Milford High School - Oak Lily and Ivy Yearbook (Milford, MA)

Text from Pages 1 - 136 of the 1936 volume:

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Staff, Photo School Calendar School Directory MARCH OF TIME The Progress of Education in Milford NEWSPAPER The Campus Rumpus SENIOR SECTION Class History Class Prophecy Class Will Individual Photos Salutatory Senior Class Officers Senior Class, Photo Senior Dance Committee Senior Week Committee Swift Oratorical Contest, Photo Swift Oratorical Essays Valedictory Who’s Who SPONSORS AND ADVERTISERS UNDERGRADUATE SECTION Freshman Class Officers Freshman Class, Photo Freshman Contributors Junior Class Officers Junior Class, Photo Junior Contributors Sophomore Class Officers Sophomore Class, Photo Sophomore Contributors 3 4 MILFORD HIGH SCHOOL IN 1936 FOREWORD •JL oj ' s-ducation in ■ :dl {L[l-o%cl fia± Ije eh a %Enza%lzcL [s onz. ±inii[a% condition oj- dzuEtojonzEnt nzaij Ije i££ 2 in tfzs. jo E Eint Edition oj- tfzE O ak, aitb and tizE ozzE ojlzic z (Ma± inau matEd in jSSzf uzzdE% tfzE uidancE oj ' tfzE j-oundEX oj ' tfzE IjooIz, :cA {z. cd-fE%l7E%t (ajIzo (Ajai at tfzat tbiZE tfzE jczincijia oj ' tfzE EcA {i[j’oxd czH ' i fz cfzooL dJn tIzE luccEEdin jia Ei (aje fzaoE EndEaooxEd not ontij to maintain t zi± dEUEtojcnzEnt an d to xaift-E it to a nELKj ±tandaxd oj- EXCEl EncE, ljut a[±o to jcExjcEtuatE tIzE mEmo%iE± oj ' ouz uzzdEzgzaduatE daij± bz tIzE institution u iafz LUE cxdt j-OZEUEZ w dEaz. 5 CVE ou% ninEts E i Oc you OUX t%UE. j-XLEnd and tEaafiEX ilamra Alhtn MtggtBlnn t jfio±E advicE and ao-oj Exation fiauE fiEtjiEd rnafzE tfii± (joofz dEdiaatE ujitfi ±incE%E XE jj Ect and zatitudE fiiindzEd and tfiiztij -±ix ®ak. Uilu. anil 3uy. 6 Mr. James A. Higgiston 7 MISS MARY B. FORD The Milford High School is indeed fortunate in having as one of its instruc¬ tors Miss Mary B. Ford, who in January 1936 completed her thirtieth year of teach¬ ing service in our school. Miss Ford was born in Duxbury, Massachusetts, on September 21, 1878. She received her elementary training in the schools of Kingston, Massachusetts, from whose high school she was graduat¬ ed in 1895. A year later she entered Bates College and received a degree of Bachelor of Arts in 1900. Her first teaching as¬ signment was at the Foxcroft Academy in Maine. She gained further experience at the Groveland ' (Massachusetts) High School and at Wheaton Seminary. In 1906 she joined our faculty. She is a member of the American Chemistry So¬ ciety and of the National Education Asso¬ ciation of Chemistry Teachers. Many changes have occurred in our educational system since her appointment. The sons and daughters of many of her former pupils are now members of her classes. But Miss Ford has kept young with the years and has always manifested an interest in her boys and girls. Her ef¬ forts in our behalf have been unselfish— many times to the sacrifice of her own comfort or health. Her kind advice and friendly manner have endeared her both to teacher and to pupil. We all join in the wish that Provi¬ dence will be kind to Miss Ford and favor the youth of Milford with her wise counsel and excellent instruction. HERBERT WATSON SHAW, Jr. For the Class of 1936. 8 Our Principal 9 10 l Jtlfar High rl|ool IFarultg ■: Mr. Higgiston, Mr. Metcalf, Mr. Zurlo, Principal Frank C. Berry. Mr. Cenedella, Mr. Consoletti, Mr. Moran nd Row: Mr. O ' Donnell, Miss Ford. Miss Agnes Lynch, Miss Pianca, Miss Cailanan, Miss O ' Conneli, Miss Curtin, Miss Burns, Miss Ryan, Mr. Sleeves t : Miss Kurlansky, Miss Calarese, Miss Caliahan, Miss Molinairi, Miss Pyne, Miss Feige, Miss Snow, Miss Webber, Miss lacovelli. Miss Rose, Miss Claire Lynch, Miss Burns, Miss Cenedella DIRECTORY SUPERINTENDENT PRINCIPAL Eva L. Burns . Mary L. Burns . Josephine M. Calarese Dorothy M. Callahan .. Hannah E. Callanan .. Marie C. Cenedella . Robert J. Cenedella . Benjamin F. Consoletti Catherine E, Curtin .... Margaret E. Feige . Mary B. Ford . James A. Higgiston . Lucy H. Iacovelli . Ida R. Kurlansky . Agnes R. Lynch . Claire D. Lynch . Fred A. Metcalf . Martha M. Molinari .... Harold M. Moran . Sadie A. O’Connell . Philip A. O’Donnell . Margaret A. Pianca . Margaret M. Pyne . Pearl W. Rose . Marion A. Ryan . Florence E. Snow . Fred E. Steeves . Helena F. Swift . Gertrude C. Webber . Dorcas Whipple . James V. Zurlo . Mr. Almorin O. Caswell Mr. Frank C. Berry FACULTY .Business Practice D .English C; French C .Bookkeeping C .English D .History A .Civics D; History C .English B .Elementary Science D .Stenography A, B, Typewriting A, B .English C, Latin B, C .Chemistry I, H, Geometry A, C, Trigonometry A .Algebra A, Geometry C .Civics D, Latin D .Typewriting C .Stenography A, B, Typewriting A, B .Civics D, Elementary Science D .Geometry C, Physics I, II .Italian A, B .English A .English B, C, Expression B .Algebra D, Civics D .French A, B, German A, B .Bookkeeping B, Typewriting B .English C, History B .English B, Latin A, B, C .Algebra D .History B .Music .English D, Civics D .Art .Italian B, C 11 SCHOOL CALENDAR 1935 September 16 Fall term begins. 23 Teachers take oath of allegiance. 30 Milford plays scoreless game with Maynard. October 1 No school—Teachers’ Convention. 4 Miss Martha Molinari appointed part-time instructor of Italian. 12 Milford defeats Marlboro 13-10. 19 Norwood defeats Milford 25-0. 26 Natick defeats Milford 13-7. 31 First set of examinations given. November 2 Milford defeats Hudson 7-6. 8 Second set of examinations given. 15 Report cards issued. 16 Miss Inez San Clemente resigns from faculty to wed Mr. David I. Davoren. Mr. Philip O’Donnell elected to the faculty. 23 Milford defeats Clinton 7-0. December 2 Louis Acquefresca elected captain of 1937 Football Team. 16 The Lady of the Lake shown to students at the State Theatre. 17 Science Club Chistmas Party. 20 Schools closed for annual Christmas vacation. 30 Miss Ida Kurlansky appointed full time teacher. Mr. David I. Davoren resigns from faculty to become principal of George E. Stacy School. School reopens after Christmas vacation. 1936 January 17 Junior Social. 21 Students see A Tale of Two Cities at the State Theatre. 31 Miss Florence Mainini resigns from faculty. Miss Gertrude Webber elected to the faculty. February 3 No school: Weather stormy. 10 Senior Book Committee named; Herbert W. Shaw, Jr., Editor-in- chief. 14 First set of examinations given. 21 Second set of examinations given. Midyear Recess. Poverty Dance held by Senior Class. March 2 School opens after midyear recess. 3 No school: Weather inclement. 6 Report cards issued. 25 Students see The Life of Louis Pasteur at State Theatre. 27 Senior Essays for the Honorable John E. Swift Oratorical Contest due. 30 Dr. Oscar Dudley lectures to students on the subject of “Tuber¬ culosis.” 12 SCHOOL CALENDAR April 3 P. G. Willard from Bentley School of Accounting lectures to students. 4 David Garrick Club presents the play ' Op-’O-Me Thumb at Hunting- ton Chambers, Boston, Massachu¬ setts. 7 Oratorical Contest Speakers an¬ nounced. 15 Latin Class sees play Plautus’ Mos- tellaria at Harvard College. 17 French Club attends soiree at Boston University. First set of examinations given. 22 Swift Oratorical Contest in the Assembly Hall. 24 Second set of examinations given. Junior Prom in Town Hall. School closes for spring recess. 29 Baseball Season opens: Milford defeats Walpole 8-5. May 2 Milford defeats Norwood 15-13. 4 Seniors hear interesting lecture on Power. 5 Senior Class Picture taken. First set of 0. L. 7. copy given to printer. 6 Milford defeats Clinton 8-7. 8 Mr. Arthur Rudman from Becker’s College lectures to Seniors on Choosing a Life’s Career. Senior Week Committee named. 9 Milford defeats Framingham 7-4. 11 Wellesley defeats Milford 11-8. 18 Freshman Social in the Assembly Hall. 22 Fourth Annual Concert of Milford High School Orchestra in Town Hall. 23 Framingham defeats Milford 9-4. 27 Science Club Social in Assembly Hall. 29 American Legion Essay due; Sub¬ ject: The War of 1812: Its Causes and Effects. June 1 Milford meets Norwood. 3 Milford meets Marlboro. 6 Milford meets St. Mary’s. 8 Milford meets Walpole. 10 Milford meets Clinton. Senior Hop held in Town Hall. 13 Milford meets Hudson. 17 Junior Reception to Seniors. 19 Commencement Exercises. 22 Opening of Senior Week. Class Day Exercises, dedication of Oak, Lily, and Ivy to Mr. James A. Higgiston. 23 David Garrick Dramatic Club plays presented under the direction of Miss Sadie O’Connell. 25 Class Excursion. 26 Alumni Reunion in Town Hall. Arranged by Miss Pauline Mainini, ’36. 13 14 THE 1936 ®ak. iCUa. anh Juit COMMITTEE standing: Betty Libbey, Pauline Mainini, Anita Consoietti, Serina Vitali, Josephine Beccia, Arthur Kriesman, Saivatore Tusoni, Nichoias Bocaccino, Vincent Grossi, Grayee Cozzi, Roselyn Kurlansky, Eila Sanchioni, Eileen Greene, Natalina Eedericci Sitting: Edith Rose, Roland Hixon, Joseph Knox, Robert Williams, Sara Pressman, Herbert Shaw, Louise Morey. Joseph Murray, Lawrence Catella, Lloyd Hixon, Mary Gandolphi OAK, LILY, AND IVY Volume LII Number I STAFF Editor-in-Chief . Assistant Editor . Literary Editors . Art-Photo Editors Humor Editor . Sports Editor . Historian . Herbert W. Shaw, Jr. Robert J. Williams C. Joseph Knox E. Louise Morey Sara M. Pressman Lloyd E. Hixon Roland E. Hixon Arthur Kreisman Salvatore A. Tusoni Joseph E. Murray BUSINESS STAFF Manager .Joseph E. Murray Circulation Manager .F. Lawrence Catella ASSOCIATES Josephine L. Beccia Nicholas R. Bocaccino Anita E. Consoletti Grayce L. Cozzi Natalina E. Federici Mary L. Gandolfi Eileen M. Greene Vincent R. Grossi Roselyn S. Kurlansky Elizabeth Libbey Pauline J. Mainini Edith Z. Rose Elia G. Sanchioni Serina B. Vitali FACULTY ADVISORS Mr. Harold M. Moran Editor Miss Margaret M. Pyne Treasurer Mr. James A. Higgiston Business Manager 15 WHO’S WHO The following tabulation Best looking— Most popular— Wittiest— Most studious— Best dancer— Class baby— Most musically inclined— Most serious—• Most likely to succeed— Most optimistic— Most conscientious— Best dressed— Most talented—■ Best business student— Best athlete— Most bashful— Most argumentative— Most co-operative— are the result of a vote taken Herbert Shaw Lawrence Catella Christopher May John Sayle Louis Speroni Frank Niro Valentino Candella John Sayle Lloyd Hixon William Dillon John Sayle Louis Speroni Roland Hixon Joseph Murray Nicholas Bocaccino Salvatore Tusoni Patsy Borelli Vincent Grossi Herbert Shaw th e entire Senior class: H. W. S. Grayce Cozzi Betty Libbey Ann Peterson Josephine lanzito Ann Harrington Marie Greene Edith Rose Mary Gandolphi Anita Molinari Natalina Federicci Louise Morey Janet Bacon Sara Pressman Mary Gandolphi Elinor Bird Marion Bethel Sara Pressman Josephine Beccia 16 SEN I O R S 18 Natalina Federici, Lawrence Catella, Pauline Mainini, Joseph Murray, Herbert Shaw SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS President: F. Lawrence Catella Vice-President: Pauline Mainini Secretary: Natalina Federici Treasurer: Herbert Shaw, Jr. Historian: Joseph Murray Motto: Try, Trust, Triumph Class Colors: Red and White CLASS OF 1936 Annie Alberta, Janet Bacon, Carl Barberi, Josephine Beccia, John Besozzi, Marion Bethel, Elinor Bird, Nicholas Bo- caccino, Evelyn Bonetta, Patsy Borelll, Lydia Bregani, Louise Brown, William Brown, Freeman Bullard. Hanlon Burns, William Calarese, Charles Calcagni, Richard Camp, Valentino Candela, Creighton Carroll, Rita Cassinelli, Frederick Casey, Lawrence Catella, Aldo Cecchl, James Celeste. Grace Celozzi, Emily Cenedella, Mildred Cenedella, Rachel Clarke, Anthony Compagnone, Frances Conchieri, Anita Cousoletti, Anthony Coruacchia, John Costantino, Michael Costrino, Grayce Cozzi, Ida Creasia, Josephine Crivello, Fred Cugini, Lucy D’Arcangelo, Christine DeCesare, Theresa DeCesare, Rose DeFraucesco, Arthur Delfanti, Matte DeVita, Rose DiCrescentis, Helen DiDonato, William Dillon, Marina Diotalevi, Barbara Droney, Louise Fales, Fred Feccia, Natalina Federici. Alexander Ferrario, Elisa Ferraro, Peter Ferretti, Carmella Ferrucci, Charles Fitzpatrick, Mildred Flanders, Lucy Fontecchlo, Rose Furcinitti, Mary Gandolfi, Marian Garland, John Geake, Jean Gilmore,. William Grant. Eileen Greene, Marie Greene, Louise Griffith, Joseph Grille, Vincent Grossi, Louise Hachey, George Harlow, Ann Harrington, Chester Hixon, Lloyd Hixon, Roland Hixon, Rose lacovelli, Mary lannitelli. .Josephine lanzito, Margaret Julian, Arthur Kaizzi, Esther Kearnan, Marion Kempton, Frank King, Donald Kirby, Joseph Knox, Arthur Kreisman, Roselyn Kurlansky, Elizabeth Libbey, Lillian Luby, Helen Macchi, Pauline Mainini, Joseph Manella. Beatrice Marcus, Shilla Markakis, Christopher May, Catherine McGuigan, Ruth McKinley, Margaret Meomartino. Stanley Michaloski, Anita Molinarl, Louise Morey, Joseph Murray, Frank Niro, Rose Oneschuk, Anna Ovasanian, Mary Paradiso, Peter Paradiso, Eleanor Perna, Anna Peterson, Nicholas F. Pilla. Nicholas J. Pilla, Edward Pinardi, Victor Piscitello, Aurora Pizzillo, Anthony Platukis, Sara Pressman, Ronald Pugsley, Louise Ramelli. Bertha Rice, Louis Rizzi, Angelo Robert!, George Rogers, Edith Rose, Hester Rose, Catherine Ruotolo, Elia Sanchioni, Joseph Santacroce, John Sayle, Frank Seldon, Eleanor Senter, Grace Settanni Herbert Shaw, Louis Speronl. Albert Taylor, Angelina Testa, Helen Tocci, Agostino Todino, Nicholas Trotta, Salvatore Tusoni, .John Tyndall, William Tyndall, Sernia Vital!, Robert Williams. 19 Anna Adelaide Alberta Annie February 19 Commercial 52 South Bow Street Ring Committee: Dante Club 2, 3 ; Debating Club 1 ; Dra¬ matic Club 4. Favorite sport : Skating. Hobby : Sewing. Ambition : To become a pri¬ vate secretary. Annie ' s attractiveness, atten¬ tiveness, and aptitude rate her an A in our Dunn and Bradstreet journal of friendship. Mary Janet Bacon March 6 College 32 West Street Ring Committee: Dramatic Club 3, 4; Theo-Harmon Club, Secretary 3. Favorite sport : Tennis. Hobby: Reading. Ambition ; To become a phy¬ sical culture teacher. Though she’s “lovely to look at”, she isn’t affected one bit by her own good fortune. Carl John Barberi December 25 College 153 East Main Street Dante Club 2, 3, 4 ; Baseball 3. 4 ; Football 3, 4. Favorite sport: Football. Hobby : Hunting. Ambition : To become a sup¬ erintendent of a foundry. Carl is Milford’s mighty mite. He amazed every one with his line bucking on the gridiron. Josephine Louise Beccia Jo March 24 College 8 North Street O. L. I. Committee; Dance Committee 3, 4 ; Dante Club 2, 3, 4 : Debating Club, 1 ; Dra¬ matic Club 3, 4. Favorite sport: Football. Hobby: Making a scrapbook of poems. Ambition : To become a teacher. Jo needs every bit of her height to contain all of her good qualities. John Harold Besozzi, Jr. December 25 College 8 North Street Baseball, 3, 4 ; Dante Club 2, 3, 4. Favorite sport: Baseball. Hobby ; Listening to the radio. Ambition : To become a base¬ ball player. .lohnny distinguished himself on the baseball field, in the class¬ room, and on the dance floor. Marion Elberta Bethel .June 9 Commercial 45 Forest Street Favorite sport: Swimming. Hobby : Collecting stamps. Ambition : To manage a beauty parlor. Bashful? Yes, a bit so. But after all a certain degree of shy¬ ness makes women charming. Elinor Frances Bird Birdie; Champ August 21 College 57 Congress Street Dramatic Club 3, 4 ; French Club 4. Favorite sport: Tennis. Hobby : Playing tennis. Ambition : To become a teacher. The ball goes over the net with a smashing return ! It’s Elinor, the champ’’, our own Helen Wills Moody. Nicholas Joseph Bocaccino December 6 Commercial 61 Lawrence Street O. L. I. Committee. Favorite sport: Baseball. Hobby ; The movies. Ambition : To become a fam¬ ous musician. What’s that mumbling? It’s Nick reciting. Although pre¬ pared, he somehow ' disliked us to hear his recitatons. Evelyn Estelle Bonetta August 6 Commercial 7 North Street Dance Committee 3, 4 ; Dante Club 2, 3 ; Debating Club 1 . Dramatic Club 3, 4. Favorite sport; Skating. Hobby : Collecting souvenir pictures. Ambition : To become a teacher. We admire her patient, co¬ operative nature. Her smile sometimes served ' as an answ ' er to a query. Patsy Joseph Borelli April 21 College 18 Fayette Street Baseball manager 2, 3, 4 ; Football 2, 3. 4. Favorite sport: Football. Hobby : Listening to the radio. Ambition : To become a radio engineer. Bashful, blushing Patsy was dependable on the gridiron and co-operative as a baseball man¬ ager. 20 Lydia Agnes Bregani Xoveinber 27 Commercial 141 East Main Street Dramatic Club 3. 4. Favorite sport : Tennis. Hobby : Making scrap books. Ambition : To become a hair¬ dresser. We know of no one who was more conscientious in her efforts to do good work. Louisa Elizabeth Brown Carrots Ai)ril 14 Commercial 15 Vine Street Dramatic Club 3 ; Theo-Har- mon Club 3. Favorite sport : Swimming. Hobby ; Cooking. Ambition : To become a gov¬ erness. Louisa is a red head and has all the attributes that go with red hair—pep, personality, and charm. William Edward Brown August 9 College 333 Main Street Baseball 2. Favorite sport : Baseball. Hobby : Studying automobile motors. Ambition : To become a me¬ chanical engineer. Now don’t rush him. Give him plenty of time, and Bill will get there. But, oh, how he does take it I Henry Freeman Bullard .lune 24 College 10 Forest Street Senior Week Committee ; De¬ bating Club 1 ; Science Club 4 ; Tennis 3. Favorite sport: Tennis. Hobby ; Playing ping-pong. Ambition : To become a law¬ yer. We ' ll remember Freeman for his pleasant manner, unusual drawl, and ability on the ten¬ nis court. Hanlon Thomas Burns December 5 College 30 Franklin Street Literary Club 3. Favorite sport : Football. Hobby: Stamp collecting. Ambition : To become a doc¬ tor. When you see a jolly plump lad with a newspaper protruding from his hip i)ocket—you ' ve seen Hanlon. MHS William Paul Calarese •lanuary 21 Commercial 10 Union Street Senior Week Committee; Ring Committee ; Dante Club, Treas¬ urer 2, 3 ; Debating Club 1. Favorite sport : Tennis. Hobby: Movies. Ambition : To become a teach¬ er. We really think that Bill ' s in¬ itials W. P. C. stand for willing¬ ness. poise, and cordiality. Charles William Calcagni August 6 Commercial 44 Beaver Street Senior Week Committee ; Dante Club 2 (President) 3, 4. Favorite sport : Baseball. Hobby: Fishing. Ambition : To become a teach¬ er of languages. Charlie ' s personality is radi¬ ated through his smile—most likely directed toward one of his feminine admirers. Richard Herbert Camp April 1 College 4 Beach Street, Caryville Favorite sport : Football. Hobby: Stamp collecting. Ambition : To become a com¬ mercial artist. Long and lanky Dick may be a “ladies’ man”, but he had plenty of pranks up his sleeve. Valentino ■ Salvatore Candela •January 10 College 102 Prospect Street Dante Club 2, 4 ; Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4 ; Theo-Harmon Club 3, 4 ; Football 2. 3. Favorite sport : Swimming. Hobby : Listening to broad¬ casts of symphonies. Ambition : To become a con¬ cert artist. Someday when Vallie is a great musician, we ' li boast that he was in our class. Edward Creighton Carroll September 14 Commercial 236 Congress Street Baseball manager 2. 3, 4 ; Football 2, 3. Favorite sport : Football. Hobby : Automobile repairing. Ambition : To become a dealer in automobiles. Hats off to a very capable manager of the business of our baseball team. 21 Frederick Vincent Casey October 17 College 28 Chapin Street Debating Club 1. Favorte sport: Swimming. Hobby : Movies. Ambition : To become a suc¬ cessful business man. A courteous (sometimes), re¬ served manner and a well modu¬ lated voice are fine assets. Fred possesses them. Florindo Lawrence Catella April 3 College 121 East Main Street Sixth Honor Student Class president 1, 2, 3, 4 : Circulation Manager, O. L. I. Committee: Dance Committee . Debating Club 1 ; French Club 4 ; German Club 4 ; Science Club 3, treasurer 4 : Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4. Favorite sport : Baseball. Hobby: Making baseball scrapbooks. Ambition : To become a sur¬ geon in a noted hospital. All hail, Laurie, our keen and intelligepit eJCecutive, whose sportsmanship and business ability are worth noting. Aldo Louis Cecchi October 25 Commercial 41 Cedar Street Favorite sport: Hunting. Hobby : Collecting fishing equipment. Ambition : To become a game warden. Aide’s not one to be trifled with ! But his knowledge of dairy management won our ap¬ proval. Grace Ann Celozzi April 13 Commercial 3.5 Main Street Debating Club 1. Favorite sport : Skating. Hobby : Cooking. Ambition : To become a cook¬ ing teacher. Let us hope that the products of Grace’s kitchen attain the ex¬ cellence of which she is capable. Emily Marie Cenedella May 1 College 22 Woodlawn Avenue Class secretary 1 : Dance Com¬ mittee ; Debating Club 1 ; Dra¬ matic Club 3, 4 ;Science Club 4. Favorite sport : Swimming. Hobby : Dancing. Ambition : To become a nurse. Emily has done much for the success of our social functions. We also think that she will make a fine hostess in her home. Mildred Laura Cenedella September 5 Commercial 245 Purchase Street Favorite sport; Swimming. Hobby: Collecting souvenirs. Ambition : To work in an office. Let us pass on our advice ; Carry your conscientious man¬ ner with you forever and aye. It will be a great help. Rachel Irene Clark February 24 Commercial 38 North Bow Street Favorite sport Baseball. Hobby; Collecting match¬ book covers. Ambition : To become a sec¬ retary. Rachel’s love of dancing over¬ shadows her class work. Still Milton said, “Come and trip as you go.” Frances Margaret Concheri ■January 11 College 22 Dominic Street Dance Committee: Debating Club 1 : Dramatic Club 3, 4 ; French Club 4. Favorite sport : Tennis. Hobby : Collecting pictures of orchestra leaders. Ambition : To become a teacher. Fran’s the perfect lady of our class—kind, friendly, and merry. Anita Eleanore Consoletti .July 21 College 40 Winter Street O. L. I. Committee : Ring Com¬ mittee : Dante Club (Secretary) 4 ; Dramatic Club 3. 4 ; French Club 4 ; Literary Club 3 ; Science Club 3, 4. Favorite sport: Roller skat¬ ing. Hobby : Writing songs. Ambition : To become a nurse. In every group of which she is a part Anita adds something that cannot easily be expressed in words. She combines charm with intelligence. Anthony Joseph Cornacchia August 31 Commercial 92 Prospect Street Baseball 2, 3. 4. Favorite sport; Football. Hobby : Collecting coins. Ambition : To become a pros¬ perous business man. The St. Louis Cardinals have their Dizzy Dean. Well, we have our Cornacchia. 22 John Anthony Costantino March 28 College 33 Pond Street Dante Club 2. 3 . Football 3, 4 : Science Club 3, 4. Favorite sport; Football. Hobby : Amateur radio. Ambition ; To become a radio operator. We nurse the secret hope that some day 1936 shall hail a suc¬ cessor to Marconi in the person of our John. Grayce Lolette Cozzi August 13 College 86 Medway Street O. L. I. Committee ; Dance Committee : Debating Club 1 : Dramatic Club 3, 4; French Club 4 : Literary Club: Science Club 3, 4. Favorite sport; Tennis. Hobby: Knitting. Ambition : To become a journalist. Yes, si? ' , she has lovely twink¬ ling eyes. No, si?-, she was never without her smile or urbanity. Ida Agnes Creasia October 20 Commercial 98 East Main Street Favorite sport ; Swimming. Hobby: Listening to musical recordings. Ambition : To become a hair¬ dresser. Pert dimples, giggle, a becom¬ ing blush, and pretty blonde hair—Ida has them all. Ask her to spell calendar. ' Josephine Marie Crivello June 18 Commercial 28 Depot Street Favorite sport : Tennis. Hobby : Reading. Ambition ; To become a private secretary. Jo is one of the girls who be¬ lieve in the institution of gum as a school stimulant. Fred Albert Cugini Creeper December 20 Commercial 47 Grant Street Dramatic Club 3 : Baseball manager 3, 4 ; Football 2, 3, 4 ; Science Club 3. Favorite sport : Hockey. Hobby : Collecting pictures of school activities. Ambition ; To become an or¬ chestra leader. Fred has two definite jirefer- ences: red-heads and traveling by foot. Should the former be singular? Lucy Ann D’Arcangelo December 24 Commercial 31 Beach Street Favorite sport: Tennis. Hobby; Collecting movie photos. Ambition : To become a sten¬ ographer. We’re glad that rosy-cheeked Lucy has finally overcome her difficulty with the nominative and objective cases. Christine Rita De Cesare January 19 College 44 Winter Street Senior Week Committee; Ring Committee; Dramatic Club 3, 4 ; French Club, Vice-President 4 ; Literary Club 3 ; Science Club 3, 4. Favorite sport: Tennis. Hobby : Singing French songs. Ambition : To become a social wmrker. Yes, Chris is Theresa’s twin, and she’s just as conscientious, clever, and amiable. Theresa Lena De Cesare January 19 College 44 Winter Street Senior Week Committee; Ring Committee : Dramatic Club 3, 4 ; Dante Club 4 . French Club 4 ; Literary Club 3 ; Science Club 3, 4. Favorite sport : Roller skat¬ ing. Hobby : Doing French trans¬ lation. Ambition : To become a nurse. To anyone who has trouble with French translation, let us recommend Theresa. She’s a wizard at it. Rose Ellenor De Francesco June 21 Commercial 8 Fruit Street Science Club 3. Favorite sport ; Golf. Hobby: Collecting pictures for a scrap-book. Ambition ; To become a por¬ trait painter. Gum-chewing and drawing make up Rose’s favorite pas¬ times. Well, probably they are necessary at times. Arthur Delfanti Pytlak May 8 College 15 East Street Senior Week Committee; French Club 4 : Baseball 2, 3, 4; Football 3, 4 ; Science Club, Vice-President 4. Favorite sport : Hockey. Hobby : Amateur radio tele¬ graphy. Ambition : To become a busi¬ ness executive. His smile, his sense of fair ])lay, and his ])oliteness are his best assets—blushing is his only weakness. 23 Matte Nicholas DeVita December 31 College 8 Beach Street Extension Dante Club 2, 3. Favorite sport; Football. Hobby : Taking motors apart. Ambition ; To become an automobile mechanic. Matte is slightly afflicted with somnolence. We trust that he will not allow the sandman to interfere with his ambition. Rose Agnes DiCrescentis March 25 Commercial 48 Lawrence Street Dante Club 2. Favorite sport : Tennis. Hobby. Collecting souvenirs. Ambition : To become a clerk. Rose is not boisterous, for she knows that a quiet manner is more of an asset than a liability. Helen Marina DiDonato July 14 Commercial 283 Main Street Dante Club 2. Favorite sport ; Swimming. Hobby : Dancing. Ambition : To become a stenographer. One of our most ardent swim¬ ming enthusiasts is Helen. That accounts for her healthy athletic appearance. William John Dillon BUI March 25 College 67 Depot Street Senior Week Committee; Foot¬ ball 2, 3, 4. Favorite sport; Hockey. Hobby : Listening to radio recordings. Ambition: To become a pro¬ fessional hockey player. Bill is a tall, dark, good look¬ ing athlete, who is at all times a perfect gentleman. Marina Evelina Diotalevi January 27 Commercial 32 Meade Street Dante Club, Vice-President 2 ; Debating Club 1, Favorite sport: Skill-ball. Hobby : Collecting pictures of radio stars. Ambition : To become a stenographer. We admired not only her quick and correct judgments but her friendliness and charm. MHS Barbara Marie Droney Bnhs February 17 Coliege 81 Purchase Street Favorite sport : Skating. Hobby : Sewing. Ambition : To become a sec¬ retary. Hear that giggle? It ' s Babs ! Don ' t ever lose it, Babs, we like it. Louise Bennett Fales May 15 Commercial 3 Purchase Street Senior Week Committee. Favorite sport : Swimming. Hobby : Reading humorous books. Ambition : To become a happy housewife. Louise is a shy, winsome iass with an air of domesticity about her. Fred Carl Feccia December 7 Coliege Cedar Street Dante Club 3. Favorite sport : Basebail. Hobby : Fishing. Ambition To become a sailor. Fred ' s beaming grin never failed even in his darkest mo¬ ments of the French class. Natalina Edith Federici December 17 Commercial 81 East Main Street Class Secretary 2, 3, 4 ; O.L.I. Committee : Dante Club 2, 3 ; Debating Club 1. Favorite sport : Skating. Hobby : Reading. Ambition : To become a col¬ umnist. She ' s the Lily Pons of our class, and her personality is as sweet as her voice. Elizabeth Norma Ferraro April 4 Commercial 18 Genoa Avenue Favorite sport ; Tennis. Hobby : Bowling. Ambition : To become a nurse. If a speed limit for talking were established by law, we ' re afraid Elisa would be arrested. 24 Peter William Feretti February 2(5 College 100 Hayward Street Dante Club 3 ; F ' ootball 2 : Science Club 4. Favorite aport : Swiinining. Hobby ; Collecting coins. Ambition : To become a radio e.xpert. Pete, with his quiet manner, should accomplish much in the radio world. Carmela Luceille Ferucci December 26 Commercial 279 Central Street Favorite sport : Baseball. Hobby ; Listening to radio dance music. Ambition : To become a music teacher. Hand Carmela a mandolin, and she’ll do the rest. She ' s not only talented but studious. Mildred Ruth Flanders September 24 Commercial 7 Thayer Street Senior Week Committee. Favorite sport. Swimming. Hobby: Movies. Ambition : To become an air hostess. In a vivacious and talkative manner Milly brightened many a gloomy day with her peppy con¬ versation. Lucille Antoinette Fontecchio March 16 Commercial 4 Meade Street I ' ante Club 2. Favorite sport : Skating. Hobby : Walking. Ambition ; To become a pro¬ fessional skater. She ' s patient. obedient, and sincere. Who? Lucy!—whom we may some day applaud on the rinks of frozen H20. Rose Marie Furcinitti .January 23 Commercial 50 Mount Pleasant Street Dante Club 3. Favorite sport: Tennis. Hobby : Reading. Ambition : To become a stenographer. Hose is the sweet, pleasant tviie of girl who says little but listens well. Mary Lena Gandolfi April 7 Commercial 36 Parkhurst Street (). L. I. Committee ; Dante Club 2, 3 Favorite sport : Tennis. Hobby : Reading. Ambition : To become a priv¬ ate secretary. Mary’s generosity and quiet artistic charm made her sunny presence most welcome at Mil¬ ford High. Marion Ellen Garland May 5 College 23 Westbrook Street Favorite sport : Skating. Hobby : Cooking. Ambition : To become a hair¬ dresser. Marion drawls slightly when speaking, but after all, a soph¬ isticated lady must play her role. John Donald Geake “Hoi man” December 21 College 14 Spring Street Senior Week Committee. Favorite si)ort ; Baseball. Hobby: Watching the clock. Ambition : To become a me¬ chanical engineer. .John hides capability and a liking for technical subjects under his small and silent ex¬ terior. Jean Wharton Gilmore March 22 Commercial 141 West Street Favorite sport : Swimming. Hobby : Reading. Ambition : To become a sec¬ retary. The type of secretary tliat .Jean will make is much needed in the business world. She Is admirably efficient. Eileen Mae Greene May 31 Commercial 5 Nelson Heights ( . L. I. Committee : Dramatic Club 3, 4. Favorite sport : Swimming. Hobby: Dancing. Ambition : To become a pri¬ vate secretary. Amiable, intelligent, digni¬ fied—she was a remarkable student in class and was per¬ fection in the ballroom. 25 Marie Elizabeth Greene September 8 Commercial 84 South Bow Street Senior Week Committee ; Dra¬ matic Club 4. Favorite sport : Skating. Hobby: Making scrap books. Ambition : To become a pri¬ vate secretary. A small bundle of vitality and personality. Marie ranks among the most popular and courteous girls in the class. Louise Ferris Griffith .lune 24 College 25 Franklin Street Senior Week Committee; Dra¬ matic Club 3 ; French Club 4. Favorite si)ort : Skating. Hobby: Stamp collecting. Ambition : To become a pri¬ vate secretary. Sociable. Big-hearted. Always ready to oblige. Bubbling over with humor, Louise ' s character is worthy of admiration. Joseph Raymond Grillo September 18 Commercial 40 Glines Avenue Senior W ' eek Committee; Dante Club 2. 3 ; Debating Club 1 ; Baseball 2, 3, 4 : Football Man¬ ager 4. Favorite sport : Baseball. Hobby : Making scrap books. Ambition : To become a semi- pro baseball player. As football manager or care¬ taker of the right field berth .loe turns in a top-notch job. He knows how to act and act well. Vincent Raymond Grossi •July 7 College 30 Parkhurst Street O. L. I. Committee; Baseball 2, 3, 4 ; French Club 4 ; Science Club 4. Favorite sport: Baseball. Hobby : Boxing. Ambition : To become a sur¬ geon. What’s the argument? Why, it’s just Vin convincing some¬ one that the twist of his tie is entirely original. Louise Marie Hachey February 1 Commercial 8 Thayer Street Favorite sport : Tennis. Hobby : Collecting auto¬ graphs. Ambition : To become a nurse Louise has won the friend- shii) of many of her classmates as may readily be seen by her autograph book. MHS George Leslie Harlow, Jr. January 22 Commercial 35 Spring Street Senior Week Committee; De¬ bating Club 1 ; Baseball 2, 3, 4 ; Football 3. Favorite sport: Baseball. Hobby; Hunting and Fishing. Ambition : To become a pat¬ tern maker. George directed his time more to athletics than to his studies, but he was as big-hearted as could be. Ann Marie Harrington December 31 College 14 Franklin Street Senior Week Committee : Dance Committee 3, 4 ; Cheer leader 3, 4 ; Debating Club 1 : Dramatic Club 3. 4 ; French Club 4. Favorite sport: Baseball. Hobby : Making scrapbooks of school activities and friends. Ann’s good sportsmanship and sincerity made her quite a fav¬ orite as a dancer, cheer leader, and pal. Lloyd Ernest Hixon May 12 College 46 Chestnut Street Valedictorian of the Class Art-Photo Editor of O. L. I. Committee. Favorite sport : Skiing. Hobby : Drawing and sketch¬ ing. Ambition : To become an ar¬ chitect. Though quiet and unassuming Lloyd was one of our most out¬ standing students as an artist and a scholar. Robert Chester Hixon .Tune 9 College 41 Forest Street Orchestra 2, 3, 4. Favorite sport : Motorcycle and automobile racing. Hobby : Music. Ambition : To become a musi¬ cian. Chet left all the scholastic honors to his brilliant cousins, but he’s a clever mechanic and a good trombone player. Roland Ellsworth Hixon March 19 College 46 Chestnut Street Fifth Honor Student Art-Photo Editor of O. L. I. Committee. Favorite sport : Skiing. Hobby : Drawing. Ambition : To become a com¬ mercial illustrator. Roland didn’t let Lloyd get away with anything either in the scholastic or in the art line. Rose Mary lacovelli April 28 Commercial 60 Forest Street Dante Club 2. Favorite sport : Skating. Hobby : Walking. Ambition ; To become a stenographer. Did you ever see a girl who never became excited and never displayed her emotions? Meet Rose. Mary Theresa lannitelli Mimic. March 15 College 61 East Main Street Dante Club 3, 4. Favorite sport: Skating. Hobby; Collecting souvenirs. Ambition ; To become a teach¬ er. As for her classroom conduct she was the answer to a teach¬ er ' s ])rayer. Josephine Marie lanzito March 7 College 17 Fells Avenue Dante Club 2, 3, 4 ; Literary Club 3 . Theo-Harmon Club 3. Favorite sport : Skating. Hobby : Cooking. Ambition : To become a nurse. A spontaneous laugh and a frank manner go with a natural person. .To exemplifies this type. Margaret Gloria Julian Mar f ie December 8 Commercial 5 Pond Street Favorite sport: Volley Ball. Hobby : Listening to the radio. Ambition : To become a book¬ keeper. Don’t let her slow, deliberate manner and gruff voice deceive you. She’s really conscientious and friendly. Armando Arthur Kaizzi February 14 Commercial 35 Water Street Dante Club 2. Favorite si)ort : Football. Hobby ; Stamp-collecting. Ambition : To become an air¬ plane pilot. Arthur was a good salesman. No wonder, for who wouldn’t buy from such a good-natured boy. Esther Kearnan March 27 Commercial 61 Fruit Street Favorite sport : Football. Hobby: Walking. Ambition : To become a stenographer. Esther’.s sweet disposition and mild temper belie the bright hue of her wavy locks. Marion Elizabeth Kempton .June 2 Commercial 29 Franklin Street Favorite sport : Swimming. Hobby: Collecting pictures of radio stars. Ambition : To become a gov¬ erness. For a competent housekeeper let us recommend Marion. She has an unusual domestic ability. Frank Edward King May 1 Commercial 71 Congress Street Dance Committee 3, 4 ; Dra¬ matic Club 3. 4. Favorite sport ; Baseball. Hobby : Stamp-collecting. Ambition : To become a busi¬ ness executive. Frank’s enthusiasm and co- nperativeness never waned even when cleaning up after a social. Donald Tower Kirby October 18 College 80 Grove Street Senior Week Committee : De¬ bating Club 1 : Literary Club 3 ; Science Club 3. Favorite sport ; Hockey. Hobby; Playing bridge. Ambition : To become a man¬ ager of a hockey team. Don’s apparent reserve de¬ ceives some, but let us tell you, he’s a lively sport and a great fellow. Clarence Joseph Knox May 22 College 240 Purchase Street Literary Editor, O. L. I. Com¬ mittee ; Debating Club 1 ; Dra¬ matic Club 3, 4 : Science Club 3, 4 : Theo-Harmon Club, President 4. Favorite si)ort ; Baseball. Hobby. Woodworking. Ambition : To become a min¬ ister. Joe is a witty, scientific-mind¬ ed fellow who is aiways bub¬ bling over with enthusiasm and energy. 27 Arthur Kreisman June 7 College 158 Purchase Street (Transferred from Dorchester High School for Boys, 1935). Humor Editor, O. . T. : Dra¬ matic Club 4 : Football 4 ; French Club. Pre.sident 4. Favorite sport: Track. Hobby : Heading. Ambition ; To become a sur¬ geon. He ' witty, he’s intellectual, he ' s athletic he’s poetic. Yes, you’ve guessed it—Art Kreis¬ man. Roselyn Sandra Kurlansky September 17 College 86 High Street tVinner of second prize in Patrick Peace Essay Contest 3 ; D. L. I. Committee: Debating Club 1 : Dramatic Club 3, 4 ; Literary Club 3 ; Theo-Harmon Club, Secretary 4 , Science Club .3, 4. Favorite sport : Swimming. Hobby: tVriting stories. Ambition : To become a psy¬ chiatrist. Under her external air of sop¬ histication Rose hides a sense of good sportsmanship and an ap¬ preciation of literature. Elizabeth Libbey Betty July 29 College 32 Pleasant Street “Vice-President of class 2 : O. L. I. Committee ; Ring Com¬ mittee 3 : Debating Club 1 ; Dra¬ matic Club 3, 4, President 4 ; Literary Club 3 : Theo-Harmon Club, Vice-President 4 ; French Club 4. Favorite sport : Skiing. Hobby: Dogs. Ambition : To become a die¬ titian. If you ' re looking for the or¬ iginal wholesome outdoor girl, meet our Betty. Lillian Louise Luby September 28 College 92 West Street Senior Week Committee; Ring Committee 3 ; Debating Club 1 ; Dramatic Club 3. 4; Idterary Club 3 ; Science Club 3, 4. Favorite sport : Swimming. Hobby : Making scrapbooks. Ambition : To become a hos¬ pital supervisor. She was hardly ever heard in class, but then, silence is golden. Her treasury is filled with good works. Helen Julia Macchi March 26 Commercial 7 Free Street Debating Club 1. Favorite sport : Baseball. Hobby : Keei)ing scrapbooks of famous movie stars. Ambition : To become a hair¬ dresser. In addition to her liobby, Helen liked original coiffures, dancing, and someone in a neigh¬ boring town. MRS Pauline Josephine Mainini November 18 College 20 North Street Class Vice-President 3, 4 ; ( . L. I. Committee; Dante Club 4 ; Debating Club 1 ; Dramatic Club 3, Treasurer 4 ; French Club, Treasurer 4 ; Literary Club 3 . Science Club .3, 4. Favorite sport : Swimming. Hobby : Collecting programs and trinkets. Ambition : To become a teach¬ er of home economics. Pauline is gifted with that admirable quality known as savoir faire. Joseph Richard Manella Pappy August 17 College 29 Beach Street Extension Dante Club 2, 3, 4 ; Football 3 ; Science Club 4. Favorite sport: Baseball. Hobby : Playing and singing liill-billy songs. Ambition : To become a drug¬ gist. Though his handwriting re¬ minds us of hieroglyphics, we think he’s a fine fellow. ' We’ve admired him for his pluck and originality. Beatrice Lee Marcus June 11 Comme.cial 20 High Street Senior Week Committee; De¬ bating Club 1 : Dramatic Club 4. Favorite sport: Swimming. Hobby: Collecting snapshots. Ambition : To become a pri¬ vate secretary. Let’s tell you our secret : We think Bee trains parrots in her spare time. But yet, we liked her. Christopher Eugene May Killer October 6 College 9 Park Terrace Senior Week Committee ; De¬ bating Club 1 ; Dramatic Club 4 ; Football 2, 3, 4 ; Baseball 3, 4. Favorite sport: Hockey. Hobby : Collecting baseballs. Ambition : To become a me¬ chanical engineer. Side-splitting remarks occupy only half of his time. We refer you also to the Will. Catherine Theresa McGuigan November 10 Commercial 61 Medway Street Dramatic Club 3. 4. ' Favorite sport: Tennis. Hobby : Walking. An)bition : To become a book- keei)er. Kay’s our little angel. Her twinkling eyes and jolly though quiet disposition fortell a de¬ lightful personality. Ruth Pauline McKinley July 23 Commercial 187 Purchase Street Favorite sport: Swimming. Hobby: Heading. Ambition : To become a sec¬ retary. She was a good example for the teacher to point out. Now don ' t blush, Ruthie. We re¬ member quite well how red you became on many occasion. Don ' t you? Margaret V. Meomartino December 9 Commercial 342 Main Street Dante Club 2, 3 ; Dramatic Club 3. Favorite sport: Swimming. Hobby : Singing popular songs. Ambition : To become a pri¬ vate secretary. Neat and efficient-looking Mar¬ garet really loves opera. Really, we should all like to enjoy life as pleasantly as she. Stanley Matthew Michaloski Doc September 21 College Hartford Ave., North Bellingham Favorite sport : Baseball. Hobby : Listening to the radio. Ambition ; To become a teach¬ er. Doc ' s vocal cavity was con¬ tinually uttering lexicographical gems of oracular sagacity. His vocabulary is colossal. Anita Rose Molinari August 23 College 154 East Main Street Senior Week Committee. Favorite sport : Skating. Hobby: Music. Ambition : To become the superintendent of a hospital. Charm is a quality that ' s very hard to define, but we’re sure that Anita has it in abundance. • Emma Louise Morey February 28 College 1 Haven Street Literary Editor, (). L. . (lom-v mittee; Dramatic Club- 3, 4 ; French Club 4 ; Literary Club 3 ; Science Club 3, 4. Favorite sport : Swim ' ming. Hobby : Knitting. Ambition : To become a journalist. May we present the acme of good sports and jolly compan¬ ions? Louise ' s record reveals her keen mind too. Joseph Edward Murray Ai)ril 1 College 19 Grant Street t dJitldtorian of the Class Business Manager, ( . L. I. Committee : Debatng Club ; Base¬ ball 2, 3, 4; Football 2, 3; Science Club 3. 4. Favorite sport: Baseball. Hobby : Listening to phono¬ graph records. Ambition : To become a doc¬ tor. •loe ' s our idea of an all-Ameri¬ can. His athletic record and his classroom work rate him this. Frank Louis Niro September 8 Commercial 18 Beach Street Dante Club 2, 3. Favorite sport: Baseball. Hobby: Playing baseball. Ambition : To become a base¬ ball announcer on the radio. Frankie always showed a keen interest in everything going on, and that’s a definite sign of an active mind. Rose Oneschuck March 8 Commercial 77 Prospect Heights Favorite sport: Baseball. Hobby : Reading. Ambition : To become a nurse. In school Rose was always quiet and diligent. From what we hear, she believes in keeping her Nicfc-els. Anna Louise Ovsanian May 9 Commercial 139 West Street Dramatic Club 3, 4 . Science Club 3, 4. Favorite sport: Tennis, Hobby : Dancing. Ambition : To become a hair¬ dresser. We’re told that walking im¬ proves one ' s health We can consult Anna about this. She ought to know. Mary Paradiso •lune 10 Commercial 42 Green Street Favorite sport : Swimming. Hobby : Collecting snapshots. Ambition : To become a sec¬ retary. Although pleasant enough in class, she didn’t give us much of an opportunity to know her. 29 Peter Angelo Paradise February 9 Comniercal 35 Main Street Dance Committee 3 ; Orchestra 3, 4, Favorite sport: Swimming. Hobby : Music. Ambition : To become a news- reporter. Pete isn ' t an outstanding mem¬ ber of the intelligentsia,but he certainly can hold his own in music. Eleanor Rita Perna June 1C Commercial 16 Parkhurst Street Dante Club 2, 3 ; Dramatic Club 3, 4. Favorite sport : Baseball. Hobby: Keeping scrapbooks. Ambition : To become a pri¬ vate secretary. Do footbail captains turn out to be successful business men with private secretaries? Heien hopes so. Anna Mae Peterson October 14 Commercial 139 Purchase Street Senior Week Committee. Favorite sport: Swimming. Hobby : Collecting snapshots. Ambition: To become a pri¬ vate secretary. Plenty of pep, vim, and vigor sounds like a health-building cereal advertisement, but we ' re just describing Red. Nicholas Frank Pilla November 5 Commercial 46 Beach Street Dante Club 2 ; Science Club 3. Favorite sport : Baseball. Hobby : Baseball. Ambition : To become a man¬ ager of a store. Bang, went Nick ' s hand against his forehead as he vainly tried to recall his oral topic. At any rate, it was an amusing gesture. Nicholas Joseph Pilla .luly 11 Commercial 22 Spring Street Dante Cluh 2. Favorite sport : Bowling. Hobby : Hunting. Ambition : To become a champion howler. His ability at bowling is equal to his popularity, and Nickie is a mighty popular fellow. MHS Victor Emanuele Piscitello November 27 College 327 Main Street Debating Club 1 ; Literary Club 3. Favorite sport: Football. Hobby: Stamp collecting. Ambition : To become an air pilot. Vic has the ability to accom¬ plish something worthwhile but needs the inducement to use it. Aurora Eleanor Pizzillo Gi Gi February 8 Commercial 57 Franklin Street Dante Club 2, 3. Favorite sport : Tennis. Hobby: Making scrap books. Ambition : To become a sec¬ retary. (5i Gi, as she is nicknamed, has the distinctive quality of being very frank without being blunt. Anthony Tony Platukis September 30 College 66 Central Street Orchestra 4. Favorite sport : Football. Hobby : Collecting stamps. Ambition : To become an aviator. Tony, or Jackie, as he is some¬ times called, had a hard time with cars and studies, but he surely could make his saxo¬ phone talk. Sara Mildred Pressman January 18 College 50 Pearl Street Fourth Honor Student Winner of Swift Oratorical Contest : Winner of third prize, Patrick Peace Essay Contest 3 ; Literary Editor. O. L. I. Com¬ mittee : Dance Committee 3, 4 ; Dramatic Club 3, 4 : French Club Secretary 4 ; Literary Club 3. Favorite sport: Swimming. Ifobby : Drawing. Ambition : To become a dental hygienist. We think Sara’s a sweet girl whose brains, personality, and talent will pave the way to suc¬ cess. Ronald Clinton Pugsley May 3 College 81 South Main Street Senior Week Committee. Favorite sport : Track. Hobby : Stamp collecting. Ambition : To become a trans¬ port pilot. Ronnie is the original uni¬ versal pal. His personality at¬ tracts friendship and admira¬ tion. 30 Louise Marie Ramelli July 25 Commercial 56 Mt. Pleasant Street Favorite sport: Tennis. Hobby: Scrapbook (poems). Ambition : To become a stenographer. Louise could be distinguished from other classmates by her talkative povv ' ers and her con¬ tinual smile. Bertha Rice September 17 Commercial 8 Leonard Street Dramatic Club 3. Favorite sport: Swimming. Hobby: Dancing. Ambition ; To become a sec¬ retary. We know the reason why Bertha is always making ges¬ tures. She has attractive hands and wants everyone to see them. Louis Henry Rizzi Sim September 1 College 23 Short Street Dante Club 2 ; Football 2, 4. Favorite sport: Swimming. Hobby: Hunting. Ambition : To become an air¬ plane mechanic. Sim is a good athlete and a witty companion—a truly fine combination, we think. Angelo Joseph Robert! March 26 Commercial 70 West Street Dante Club 2, Treasurer 3. Favorite sport: Swimming. Hobby: The movies. Ambition : To become a news- reporter. Who is that down in the corner talking to a group of the fairer sex? Oh yes, of course, it’s Angelo. George Joseph Rogers February 20 Commercial 13 Prospect Heights Favorite sport: Baseball. Hobby: Reading. Ambition : To become a suc¬ cessful business man. George represents the silent type, never has much to say ex¬ cept when he is reciting. He is also representative of a lasting friendship. Edith Zelda Rose November 8 College 57 Bancroft Avenue O. L. 7. Committee 4 ; Ring Committee 3 ; Debating Club 1 ; Dramatic Club 3, 4 ; Literary Club 3 : Science Club 4 ; Theo- Harmon Club, Vice-President 3. Favorite sport : Tennis. Hobby : Collecting dog pins. Ambition : To become a gov¬ ernment worker. Edith is smart in the sense of style as well as in mental abil¬ ity. Hester Marie Rose November 22 Commercial 27 Forest Street Senior Week Committee ; Dra¬ matic Club 3. 4. Favorite sport: Hiking. Hobby : Knitting. Ambition : To become a book¬ keeper. Hester is one of the most in¬ dustrious members of our class, and we will always remember her pleasantly. Mary Catherine Ruotolo April 8 Commercial 7 Plain Street Dante Club 3. Favorite sport: Tennis. Hobby : Listening to the radio. Ambition : To become a book¬ keeper. ‘‘What is the assignment for tomorrow? That was the con¬ stantly recurring question from Mary. It showed her genuine Interest in her studies. Elia Gloria Sanchioni August 25 Commercial 47 Cedar Street O. L. I. Committee 4 ; Dante Club Secretary 2, 3 . Debating Club 1. Favorite sport: Swimming. Hobby: Reading. Ambition : To become a news- reporter. We‘ll tell you a little secret. If you ever want to find Elia, look for Nat. They‘re inseparable. Joseph Anthony Santacroce March 26 Commercial 18 Madden Avenue Dante Club 4. Favorite sport: Football. Hobby : Dancing. Ambition : To become a mem¬ ber of the state police. Slow-moving Joe is just the type of man the Roman Empire was built on—steady and de¬ pendable. 31 John Sayle, Jr. March 16 College 44 Franklin Street Third Honor Hlndrnt Senior Week Committee; I..it- erary Club 3. Favorite sport; Skiing. Hobby : Nature stiuly. Ambition : To become a me- cbanicai engineer. If you ' ll search, you ' ll find that our studious Mr. Milque¬ toast has a sense of humor. John, we ' ve always liked you. Frank Dexter Seldon October 5 Coliege 142 Congress Street (Transferred from Quincy High School, 1934). Senior Week Committee; Base¬ ball 3 ; French Club 4. Favorite sjjort: Baseball. Hobby; Playing ping-pong. Ambition : To become an ac¬ countant. His Frauk-ness made his opinions respected even if one teacher did think he shouid have stayed in Quincy. Youth will blossom into lucrative old age for this chap. Eleanor Arlene Senter March 16 College 94 School Street Senior Week Committee: Dra¬ matic Club 3 : Theo-Harmon Club, Treasurer 4. Favorite sport: Skiing. Hobby: Collecting souvenirs. Ambition : To become a social service worker. Polite and absoiutely correct in her behavior at aii times is Arlene, who is also conscientious and interesting. Grace Anna Settanni October 12 Commercial 7 Orrin Slip Dante Club 2, 3. Favorite sport : Tennis. Hobby : Collecting pictures of movie stars. Ambition : To become a radio singer. That humming which could be heard above the sound of the typewriters in Room 15 was only Grace as she was entertaining herself. Herbert Watson Shaw, Jr. ■lune 16 College 78 Purchase Street Winner of Tennis Prize 3 ; Class Treasurer 1, 2, 4 ; Editor- in-chief. ( . Ij. J. Committee; Baseball 2, 3, 4 ; IJterary Club 3 ; Science tTub Treasurer 3, President 4. Favorite si)ort : Baseball. Hobby : The radio. Ambition : To become a den¬ tist. Handsome is as handsome does. Herb di(i well and will continue to do so. We predict a very successful career for our affable editor, of whom we are fond and Iiroud. Louis John Speroni Hperry November 18 College 19 Hayward Street Class Treasurer 3 ; Dante Club 3, 4 ; Baseball 2, 3, ttaptain 4 ; Football 3, 4 ; Literary (Mub 3. Favorite sport ; Basebail. Hobby : Collecting souvenirs. Ambition : To become a trav¬ eling business agent. To Sperry life is a song. He manages to sing it well. Albert Daniel Taylor September 2 Commercial 6 Lincoln Street Favorite sport : Football. Hobby ; Target practising with a rifle. Ambition : To become an aviator. As a rule A1 is not an “ear bender,” but just try getting him started on the subject of base¬ ball. That’s a different story. Angelina Theresa Testa December 23 Commercial 31 Mount Pleasant Street Dante Club 4. Favorite sport: Football. Hobby : Listening to the radio. Ambition : To become a sec¬ retary. Angie may be a famous auth¬ or some day, for she would even try to improve on that famous (to Seniors) selection from Hamlet. Helen Natalie Tocci December 24 Commercial 22 Bragg Slip Favorite sport: Tennis. Hobby: Listening to orches¬ tras. Ambition : To become a book¬ keeper. Damp weather never bothered Helen very much because her cluster of curls always managed to keep intact. Agostino Louis Todino Uncle November 5 Commercial 20 Water Street Favorite sport : Football. Hobby: Collecting stamps. Ambition : To become a busi¬ ness executive. Uncle is a definite example of the truth in the well-known proverb, “Perseverance con¬ quers all.” 32 Salvatore Arthur Tusoni Sulli April n College 235 Congress Street Sports Editor O. L. I. Com¬ mittee : Dante Club 3. 4 . Base¬ ball 2, 3, 4 : Football 2, 4 ; Literary Club 3. Favorite sport: Basketball. Hobby: Collecting sport pic¬ tures. Ambition ; To become an ath¬ letic director. Sully’s personality makes him popular with all. He ' s our star half-back and one of our best athletes. John Woodro ' w Tyndall November 16 College 35 Maple St., North Bellingham Favorite sport : Basehall. Hobby; Collecting sport pic¬ tures. Ambtidn: To travel extensive¬ ly. We can ' t figure out if .John was really shy, or if he just couldn ' t find time to bother with us. Robert James Williams .June 11 College 18-A Prospect Street Assistant Editor, O. L. I. Com¬ mittee ; Ring Committee 3 ; De¬ bating Club 1 : Dramatic Club 3; French Club 4 ; Literary Club 3 ; Science Club 3, 4. Favorite sport: Swimming. Hobby : Collecting post cards. Ambition : To become a den¬ tist. Bob is a born orator who in¬ terlards his remarks with gems of humor. The navy tried to get him, but we’re glad it didn ' t suc¬ ceed. William Jerome Tyndall May 13 College 35 Maple St., North Bellingham Literary Club 3. Favorite sport; Baseball. Hobby : None. Ambition : To become a player for the Red Sox. Although he’s the agricultural¬ ist of our class. Bill in no way suggests a vigorous man of the soil. Serina Barbara Vitali March 12 Commercial 41 Meade Street O. L. I. Committee; Dante Club 2. Favorite sport : Skill-ball. Hobby : Collecting pictures of radio stars. Ambiton : To become a court stenographer. Serina is our idea of a pretty and euphonious name—but then, pretty names to pretty girls. IN MEMORIAM Sara Josephine Ferrante September 10, 1919—February 3, 1934 33 Rita Evelyn Cassinelli July 31 Commercial 12 Short Street Debating Club 1. Favorite sport : Tennis. Hobby : Collecting pictures of movie stars. Ambition: To becom e a sten¬ ographer. Rita is the exception to the oid sayng, “Where there is gos¬ sip. there are giris.” How well we remember her absence on oral topic days ! Umm ! James Celeste February 10 College 318 Main Street Favorite sport: Baseball. Hobby : Roller skating. Ambition : To become a base¬ ball player. Let it not be said that Jim¬ my didn ' t do his share toward exhausing Mr. Berry ' s supply of tardy slips. (Note his ambi¬ tion—he was even four years late in going out for the team). Anthony N. Compagnone Cuhha May 14 College 14 Thayer Street Baseball 2, 3 ; Football man¬ ager 2, 3. Favorite sport: Basebail. Hobby: Fishing. Ambition ; To become a news¬ paper reporter. Cubba has a nose for news Walter Winchell better look to his laurels—maybe he needs an assistant. Page Anthony ! Michael Alexander Costrino June 2 Coliege 70 Central Street Orchestra 2, 3, 4. Favorite sport; Football. Hobby : Music. Ambition : To become a musi¬ cian. Mike’s talent with a trombone and his carefree smile helped to make up for his dislike of school duties. Alexander Peter Ferrario December 21 College 4 Carroll Street Dante Club 4 ; Dramatic Club 3, 4 ; Football 2, 3, 4; Science Club 4. Favorite sport; Swimming. Hobby: Sports. Ambition : To become a naval officer. Here comes the navy! It’s Horsemeat ! Smooth - sailing, Alex—our great tackle and fine actor. Edward Charles Fitzpatrick Fitz April 3 College 312 Main Street Basebali 3 Favorite sport; Baseball. Hobby : (Collecting coins. Ambition : To become a me¬ chanical engineer. Nothing ever hurries or troubles Fitz; he is always non¬ chalant and happy-go-lucky. William John Grant Bull February 4 College 57 South Main Street Debating Club 1 ; Football 4 . Science Ciub 3. Favorite sport: Footbali. Hobby: Stamp collecting. Ambition : To become a writer. Bull was a fine center with a smooth experienced manner. He never acted without premedita¬ tion. But, oh, how he pre¬ meditated ! Shilla Markakis August 10 Commercial 17 Hollis Street Baseball 3. Favorite sport: Baseball. Hobby: Decorating rooms Ambition : To become a journalist. For sufferers from hypochon¬ dria we recommend Shilla. He’s a sure cure for the blues. Edward Francis Pinardi Battler October 13 College 7 Jackson Street Baseball, Manager 2, 3 ; Scor¬ er 4; Dramatic Ciub 3 ; Foot¬ ball 2, 3, Captain 4. Favorite sport: Footbali. Hobby : Hunting and Fishing. Ambition: To become a draftsman. Eddie abuses the king’s Eng¬ lish, but he did the same thing to his opponents on the football field. Nicholas Paul Trotta August 26 College 48 Pine Street Dante Club 2, 3; Tennis 3. Favorite sport; Bowling. Hobby : Collecting stamps. Ambition : To become the proprietor of a meat market His cheery greeting to every¬ one serves as an excellent demonstration of his happy nature. 34 standing: Mary Gandolfl, Lawrence Catella. Louise Morey, Nicholas Bocaccino, Pauline Mainini Seated : Grayce Cozzi, Robert Williams, Sara Pressman, Roland Hixon, Joseph Murray PARTICIPANTS IN THE HON. JOHN E. SWIFT ORATORICAL CONTEST The annual oratorical contest was held in the school assembly hall with members of the Senior class competing for the prize. The medal is given annually by Judge John E. Swift, a distinguished alumnus, “to increase interest in, and re¬ spect for, the basic principles of our gov¬ ernment.” The essays delivered in the competition centered about the United States Constitution. The program for the evening follows: Selection by Milford High School Orchestra, “The Constitution: What It Means to the Citizen,” Lawrence Catella; “Equality and Freedom Under the Consti¬ tution,” Mary Gandolfi; “The Constitu¬ tion—A Balanced Government,” Louise Morey; “Is the Constitution a Twentieth Century Document?” Roland Hixon; “Equality and Freedom: The Funda¬ mental Principles of the Constitution,” Grayce Cozzi; selection by Milford High School Orchestra; “The Forming of the Constitution of the United States,” Nicholas Bocaccino; “The Strength of the Constitution,” Robert Williams; “The Flexi bility of the Constitution,” Joseph Murray; “The Origin of the Constitu¬ tion,” Sara Pressman; “The Adoption of the Constitution,” Pauline Mainini; selec¬ tion by Milford High School Orchestra. Miss Sara Pressman was awarded the medal, and Miss Louise Morey, whose grading was close to that of the winner, was given honorable mention. 35 THE ORIGIN OF THE CONSTITUTION BY SARA M. PRESSMAN, ’36 THIS ESSAY WAS AWARDED FIRST PRIZE IN THE SWIFT ORATORICAL CONTEST. In 1786 the defects of the Articles of Confederation had grown to overwhelming proportions. Congress could neither pre¬ vent nor conduct a war, nor control states from provoking war. The Federal govern¬ ment had no power to check a quarrel be¬ tween separate states nor to repress a re¬ bellion in any one of them. It could not establish a productive impost nor counter¬ act the commercial regulations of other nations. It could not even defend itself against state encroachments. The down¬ fall of the United States was prophecied! From the ocean to the American out¬ posts one desire prevailed—there should be a closer connection; one belief—the oppor¬ tunity for its creation had come. Delegates of the Annapolis Convention, which had been called to revise the Articles, proposed another convention to inquire into the de¬ fects of the Articles. The choice lay between an amended confederacy and a new constitution. Four years before, Washington had pleaded with the people for the latter. He desired that the convention adopt no temporizing expedient, but that it probe the defects of the Articles, and provide a radical cure. A commercial discord had arisen among the states; rebellion had broken out; foreign debts were heavy; the havoc of paper money had produced a serious situ¬ ation. In face of all these the delegates saw that a drastic change was necessary. The idea of a mere revision of the Articles was abandoned, and an entirely new con¬ stitution was framed. A compromise was evolved from the plans presented. The re¬ sult was essentially different from the Articles. The new government was not to be dependent on state generosity for funds or on state humor for obedience. It was to spring from the people and to have power over them. It could laise money with its own machinery and could compel obedience with its own officers. Great political pow¬ ers were given to the new government, such as the right to make war or peace, conduct negotiations with foreign govern¬ ments, raise armies and equip navies, es¬ tablish post offices and post roads, and regulate commerce at home and abroad. Only certain enumerated powers were be¬ stowed on the national government. The rest belonged to the states or to the people. There were created immediately over every citizen two governments, each oc¬ cupying a different sphere of political action, and each having the power to order and compel obedience. The distinguishing feature of the new republic was this dis¬ tribution of political authority between the central government and the common¬ wealths. The lack of an executive was rem¬ edied by providing for a president; a judiciary department was furnished through a Supreme Court. The Constitu¬ tion was to be the supreme law of the land. All executive, legislative, and judicial offi¬ cers were to be sworn to its support. Having combined all these points into a unified, substantial form, the delegates who were so disposed signed the Consti¬ tution on September 17, 1787. Washing¬ ton, as president of the convention, then sent the document to the Continental Congress and asked it to transmit copies to the states for ratification. This was done, and during the next few months conventions were held in the various states to accept or reject the Constitution. The new plan of federal government met with much opposition. Some states accepted it just as it was framed; others ratified it with amendments. That ratifi¬ cation was secured at all is a tribute to the far-sightedness and common sense of such leaders of the American people as Wash¬ ington, Madison, Randolph, John Hancock, and John Marshall. For nearly a hundred and fifty years we have lived under this instrument of government. We have, as a result, out¬ stripped the world in wealth, culture, and happiness. The Constitution is to the American people a possession for all ages; it has created an indissoluble union of im¬ perishable states. 36 THE CONSTITUTION—A BALANCED GOVERNMENT BY E. LOUISE MOREY, ’36 THIS ESSAY WAS AWARDED HONORABLE MENTION IN THE SWIFT ORATORICAL CONTEST. A plan of national organization must embody lasting fundamentals. Its princi¬ ples must apply to the character and dis¬ position of people. At the close of the Revolutionary War the United States was in a perilous condi¬ tion. The bond of unity between the thirteen colonies was dissolved. The in¬ tolerable burden of British oppression was finally lifted. Each state was jealous of her costly freedom. All questioned the value of a strong central government. The work of the Second Continental Congress, reflected this attitude. Washington ably expressed this situation when he said, “We are one nation today and thirteen tomor¬ row.” In May 1787, delegates from some of the states assembled at Philadelphia for the purpose of amending the Articles of Confederation, and at the close of a four- month session the Constitution was draft¬ ed. Gladstone, the famous English states¬ man, considered it “the greatest work ever struck off at one time by the hand of man.” Let us consider together the three branches of government. Article 1, Section 1 of the Constitu¬ tion reads, “All legislative powers herein granted shall be vested in a Congress of the United States which shall consist of a Senate and a House of Representatives.” The article then enumerates the powers and duties of these two legislative bodies. The executive power of the government is vested in the President of the United States of America. The second article of the Constitution provides for his qualifi¬ cations, election, length of office, and for the inauguration of the Vice-President in case the President is incapacitated. It also enumerates the special powers of the President, relative to the making of trea¬ ties. appointments, and the granting of pardons and reprieves. He is the com- mander-in-chief of the army and navy. It is his duty to enforce the laws made by Congress. In the third article of the Con¬ stitution provision is made for one supreme court and such other courts as Congress may care to establish. The most important duty of the Supreme Court is the inspec¬ tion of the laws of Congress. It must de¬ cide whether or not Congress is given the power to pass the various bills that are introduced. The framers of this momenteous docu¬ ment further realized that future needs of the nation should be provided for with care. In order that the Constitution might be of permanent worth, and that it might withstand the onslaught of time, they made definite provisions for its being amended. Since the time of its ratification the people of the United States have availed themselves of this privilege and have altered or added to the original draft in order to keep in step with changes which the years have brought. Under the Constitution, then, the three independent branches of government are ingeniously interwoven. Although each department has its own responsibili¬ ties and privileges, each one bears a cer¬ tain power of restraint upon the other. Congress makes the laws, but all bills must pass through the President’s hands. He has the power to veto any measure of which he does not approve. His veto is not final, however, for if the bill again passes both houses, it is a law. The President holds the power to make appointments and to negotiate treaties, but he must first secure the consent of the Senate. Thus one de¬ partment serves as a check upon each of the others. As we readily see, our Constitution is a living thing. It radiates the fire that burned in the hearts of George Washing¬ ton and his contemporaries. It presents a system which many of the nations of Europe are studying or imitating. Do we fully appreciate the protection and security which it affords us? Are we aware of the fact that the foundation laid nearly 150 years ago is as firm today as it was then? The Constitution, a balanced form of gov¬ ernment, will continue to guide and shelt¬ er the millions within its jurisdiction. 37 w w H H HH O O w w P4 O CO tn D cd cS d x a� a� PlH CO 9 o hJ d s J3 -t-j a O Iw ' CO D to ' fc- aa 9 O O 05 a 05 0 U o 0 9 cd 05 C a D bfl o 0) a O bc a u S Q ra X a a a u a O u a H a a a” a o a O 0 W) v a d a -t- u js o t-i a a 6 d CO a 0) a a 1 oT CO o a O a Di a 0 2 $H a 05 0) CO 0) ffi % a u o -I-) D H N a CO D r- a 52 a o 0 CO u 0) a Q u 05 w 2 a 05 ' a p CU 9 a a a. 0) CO CO a a a 0 Q o 9 O •i-T 9 a a Xi •a 0 a a u a 05 9 CO O) M a u d 15 CO a 5 Q a 0 a hJ a C CO 0) (h 05 ai CO a 0 o ' l 9 a a 0 d s a § ai u 05 a 05 C5 05 aj CO a; CO 9 U +J a 0 -i o 05 a CQ 9 a 05 c ■ - a b£) 05 05 d CO ' W o tN be 05 a 05 d O 05 •a a a cu to a a 2 a 9 9 a , a 73 0 a a3 U 05 tn a cd Ui a 3 s CQ u a a 0 O) (_ 38 SENIOR WEEK COMMITTEE Chairman: William Dillon Vice-Chairman: Ann Harrington Secretary: Ann Peterson Treasurers: Marie Greene and Christopher May Chairman of Senior Night: Frank Seldon Chairman of the Fair: Lillian Luby Chairmen of Sports: Beatrice Marcus and Louis Speroni Chairmen of Tennis: Elinor Bird and Freeman Bullard Toastmaster at Banquet: F. Lawrence Catella Faculty Advisor: Harold M. Moran Our program speaks for itself: Monday: Class Day. Dedication of tree and presentation of class picture to the school. Tennis tournament, Fair, and Sports on Town Park. Senior Night in the Assembly Hall. Tuesday: Theatre Night. Presentation by the David Garrick Dramatic Club of WINSOME WINNIE by V. C. Clinton-Baddeley and Stephen Leacock SUBMERGED by H. Stuart Cottman and Le Vergne Shaw. ’OP-O’-ME-THUMB by Frederick Fenn and Richard Pryce in the Assembly Hall under the direc¬ tion of Miss Sadie A. O ' Connell. Wednesday: Class Banquet. Thursday: Class Excursion to Nantasket Beach. Friday: Alumni Reunion in Town Hall. Saturday: Sleep—at home. We extend our sincere thanks to all those who in any way helped to make our week a success. ANN PETERSON, Secretary. 39 THE WEATHER Forever Charrging CAMPUS MILFORD, MASSACHUSETTS MAY RUMPUS STAFF VINCENT GROSSI . Editor EDITH ROSE . Assistant Editor ASSOCIATES STYLE COLUMN CAMPUS FASHION FLASHES BETTY LIBBEY JOSEPH KNOX SARA PRESSMAN EDITORIAL OUR YEAR BOOK An exhibition showing the develop¬ ment of the Oak, Lily, and Ivy was on dis¬ play in the corridor of the Milford High School during the month of May. This year was the first that such a display was given. It met with much success, for it created a greater interest in and under¬ standing of our school book. It is interesting to note the progress that has been made since the first copy was issued. In 1884, the first Oak, Lily, and Ivy was published. Mr. Herbert C. Lull, who was principal at the time, orig¬ inated the name. The Oak stands for strength, the Lily for purity, and the Ivy for tenacity. The staff composed of eight students, published some pamphlets month¬ ly during the school year, The first copies contained about four pages and consisted of an editorial, humor, personal, exchange, and advertising section. As the years went on, however, a larger book proved wiser, and the publi¬ cation of one book was adopted. With the advent of Principal Frank C. Berry into office, new features and greater im¬ provements were added. The book now in¬ cludes some information about every school subject, club, or other activity. We trust that our share in the development meets with your cordial approval. FOR SALE PARTICIPLES, GERUNDS, and ELIPTICAL CLAUSES Fair Prices. Apply to EDMUND BURKE ROOM I . . . M. H. S. Intriguing little gadgets on clothes and accessories take the limelight. Pins and clips in shapes of dogs are the most popular of these. Large wooden ones, petit glass ones, and heavy metal ones, all have their places on bags, sweaters, dresses, or coats. The colors are chosen to harmonize with the costume. The perennial ankle-socks enter with a flare this sea¬ son. Bizarre, multicolored, and striped, they strike a very youthful note in the costume and add contrast to simple, single-tone frocks. Broad stripes are the newest version. Following up the masculine trend in fashions, socks are higher, almost the length of men’s hose. Other novelties are rib¬ bon bows tied on bobby pins and placed subtly among the curls of the coiffure. These sometimes match the dress in material and color. A preference is still shown for handknitted sweaters. Many of the more ambitious girl students have not dis¬ carded their knitting need¬ les, which were put to so much use during the winter. Gypsy turbans are back again but are now being worn far on the back of the head. They are much small¬ er but still serve to keep the hair neatly in place. Girls are beginning to con¬ sider them a necessary ac¬ cessory to tennis dress. Prints completely outshine plain tones and are usually white-flowered for geome¬ tric designs on a colored back-ground. Forecast for the coming summer are autographed white shoes. Already some of the more daring lasses are wearing white sport shoes or sandals to class with the names of their friends autographed on them in pencil. The markings of course must be renewed after each polishing, but the inconvenience of this may be done away with if a colored pencil is used. This fad like all others is des¬ tined to die with the roses of summer; however, it makes an interesting fea¬ ture in the up-to-the-minute sports costume. BEST BETS The following predictions for Senior Week are that: 1. The College baseball team will defeat the Commercial team. 2. Herbie Shaw will win the 100 yard dash. 3. Sully Tusoni will win the baseball throw. 4. Vin Gross! will win the cigarette race. 5. Elinor Bird will win the tennis tournament. 6. The Commercial girls’ baseball team will de¬ feat the College girls’ team. 7. The Commercial girls will defeat the College girls on the tug o’ war contest (All good things go in sevens—we’ll say no more. Get it?) ORCHIDS TO YOU We can think of many to whom orchids are due. But there is one, who in the rush of our many duties is sometimes forgotten. We refer, of course, to the man who operates that awe-in¬ spiring machine with the large hungry mouth — Mr. Kneeland, the linotypist at the Charlescraft Press, who never once has lost his calm disposition, and whose valu¬ able suggestions will never be forgotten. We would not consider our work done unless we gave him a public vote of thanks. 40 RUMPUS EXTRA 1936 PRICE: GET WHAT YOU CAN HEAR YE! HEAR YEl .Depression has hit Mil¬ ford High students. A poverty party, given by the class of ’36, was held in the assembly hall on February 21, following the examina¬ tion period.All students entered the hall in the guise of poverty-stricken wretch¬ es.No chairs were pro¬ vided for those attending .At the close of the even¬ ing, the judges awarded the well-earned prizes to Bar¬ bara Powers and Carl Bar¬ ber!.Extra; white flan¬ nel pants have defeated caps and gowns.This time by a vote of seventy-two to forty-seven.Certain Latin students attended the com¬ edy Mostellari Plautus, pre¬ sented at Harvard Univer¬ sity in celebration of its 300th anniversary, and, be¬ lieve it or not, understood it.Not long ago, a vote of our class was taken to de¬ termine its choice of the best classic and Shakesper- ian play; A Tale of Two Cities and The Tragedy of Macbeth came out the vic¬ tors.The Lost and Found Department.Henry Brigo- de’s orchestra ?? ?A strange quality o f forgetfulness possessed those attending the affair.Could it have been their partners???— Incidentally, how many of you Campus Rumpus en¬ thusiasts have known that Milford High possesses a talented group of models? .Yes, recently a group of girl co-eds modeled clothes from one of Milford’s lead¬ ing department stores in a style show.The ancient Greeks didn’t have anything on versatile M. H. S. POPULAR JINXES Touching slightly upon the subject of physchology, the students of M. H. S. have introduced a somewhat new hobby. Tbe subject is superstition, called by some “jinx.” The athletes es¬ pecially are very sensitive to this so called jinx, and it is interesting to note the physical and mental reac¬ tion that takes place in order to avoid them. The following furnishes an ex¬ ample of such an obsession. “Coach” does not want the bats crossed. May, a pessimist, frightens his op¬ ponents. Murray hits the left shoe with his bat. Besozzi touches first base with his foot. Parente comes late to practice. Captain Speroni ties his laces twice, Grillo swings two bats. Tusoni washes his suit for every game. Shaw strokes his beard. Espanet never changes his bat. Ferrario never washes his suit. Anderson strokes his hair. Stroking our misplaced eyebrow, we conclude that the school’s defeats might have been caused through the failure of someone’s forgetting his “jinx.” Frank Roy Hixon ICE CREAM of HIGHEST QUALITY 143 Main Street, Milford, Massachusetts TELEPHONES LESSEN SECRETARY’S LABOR New Installation Very Convenient Milford High School, May 4, 1936.— Telephones in all the rooms and new clocks on the walls sui-prised the students today as the final school term started. These innovations, together with the new¬ ly finished walls and ceilings, make the rooms very attractive. When the students entered their homerooms this morning, they noticed queer little b’ack boxes on the walls. Upon further investigation these proved to be telephones, connected to the office. The instruments are of modern de¬ sign and construction. The mouthpieces of the phones are in the wall fixtures, thus requiring only one hand to operate them. There is a switch-board in the office with a systematic arrangement of numbered buttons which ring the bells in the vari¬ ous rooms, Above this switch board is an indicator board. On this panel are little openings corresponding to the but¬ tons on the board previously mentioned. When a receiver is lifted and the button is pressed in a room, a white indicator appears in the opening on the upper board corresponding to the number of that room. By calUng the office, one room can be connected to another. This facili¬ tates reaching a teacher or a student who is wanted at the office. After the novelty of gazing at this means of communication had worn off, the students perceived the new clocks on the walls. These time pieces are not erratic and noisy as were the former ones; they run in a smooth, even manner. At first, it seemed strange, yet convenient, to have the clocks all running and right on time. (Miss P ' ' ord has received at last a clock that runs.) The adoption of these new improve¬ ments in our high school leads us to wonder what the future will bring. NO SOAP We notice the skin one loves to touch on the hands of our dutiful custo¬ dian John Gilbert since he has discarded his stoking implement for the more genteel gadgets on the oil burners. 41 standing; Evelyn Bonetta, Valentino Candela, Frank King, Frances Conchieri, Emily Cenedella Seated : Josephine Beccia, Grayce Cozzi, Lawrence Catella, Ann Harrington, Sara Pressman SENIOR DANCE COMMITTEE In the autumn of 1934 the Dance Com¬ mittee was elected by the class and con¬ sisted of Josephine Beccia, Evelyn Bonetta, Valentino Candella, Lawrence Catella, Emily Cenedella, Frances Conchieri, Grayce Cozzi, Ann Harrington, Frank King, Peter Paradiso, and Sara Pressman. During our first year several enjoy¬ able socials were held in the Assembly Hall. The Junior Prom, which was con¬ ducted in January was a social and finan¬ cial success. The annual reception given to the seniors by the junior class was also arranged by the Committee. In the senior year the Autumn Dance was held in the Blue Ballroom, and a Pov¬ erty Dance conducted by the committee in the Assembly Hall proved to be one of the most amusing and delightful affairs of the year. The Senior Hop was held in June and successfully completed two years of activities. We thank Mr. Fred A. Metcalf of the faculty for his helpful advice and co-opera¬ tion. Respectfully submitted, SARA M. PRESSMAN. 42 Wi[[ cz i±tozij Q aCs cLiato Zij SALUTATORY Friends, instructors, and parents of the class of nineteen hundred and thirty-six, we are honored by your presence at our graduation exercises. The opportunity now pre¬ sents itself for us to express the deep appreciation and the kindly thoughts we hold to¬ ward you. We are truly grateful for the time and labor spent in our behalf, and, al¬ though the means by which we express our feelings is inadequate, the sentiment is sin¬ cere. THE VALUE OF A HIGH SCHOOL EDUCATION By JOSEPH EDWARD MURRAY If time or labor is spent upon a task, a just compensation is expected. No mat¬ ter what the work may be, physical or mental, difficult or simple, we anticipate some return. This reward is to be given according to the type of work and the time spent upon it, and is not always ex¬ pressed in money. This compensation may consist of self-satisfaction or in satisfac¬ tion to others. Therefore, now that the four years of high school are ended, the student asks himself what recompense he has received. He has given four years of his life to one purpose; he has endeavored to pursue his studies diligently. It is only reasonable that he expect some consideration for his efforts. To be sure, he has received a definite grade or mark, but this is of no practical value to most high school gradu¬ ates. Education can not be measured; it is intangible. Of course, a few might receive scholarships which would enable them to further their education, but they are so few that they are beyond consideration. Students in high school have one of two definite aims: to continue their school¬ ing or to secure a position. The use of one’s previous education in both these pur¬ suits is obvious. To go to college, one needs preliminary training; to secure employ¬ ment—that is, any work requiring skill— one needs some educational background. This is all fundamental. But what of the person who would like to go to college and has no means? There are many of these students who are not fortunate enough to secure a scholar¬ ship. A high school education then ap¬ pears, to the careless observer, almost useless. This is a false impression. By means of his high school education, the youth has come in contact with a great group of personalities. These include his teachers, classmates, and the notable per¬ sonages he has studied. His teachers have introduced him to the great masters of literature, science, history, and art. He has met each, studi¬ ed them carefully, and can strive to follow their noble example. He has accustomed himself to strong competition, to the use of reference books, to the task of associat¬ ing agreeably and pleasantly with his classmates. These possibly are felt to be unimportant matters with which any boy would acquaint himself in some manner. But what opportunity has a boy who is working to become familiar with the works of the masters of literature? The library or other reference books? I doubt if many boys not in school, use the libra¬ ry to make the acquaintance of new sub¬ jects or new personalities. In a school where a boy is forced to read and study different writers and the fundamentals of various fields of endeavor, his mind be¬ comes broadened. This fact enables him to choose his favorite author or vocation. The factory boy has no such opportunities. The student who has studied in a com¬ mercial field, although he has failed in his search for work, will always possess the knowledge gained in high school, and the chance for work may always present it¬ self. All the previously mentioned examples deal with actual book study and book knowledge. Although the principal and primary reason for attendance at high school is to educate oneself, education, as everyone must agree, does not come en¬ tirely from text-books. For each individu¬ al there is some special elective subject, or it might be merely a type of diversion which he prefers to follow. In this point a high school offers, in my opinion, its 44 real benefit. It offers to the student inter¬ ested in a special pursuit an opportunity to develop his interest. Dramatics, science, athletics, journalism, music, literature— all can be developed in the high school. It is not my belief that anyone can at¬ tain perfection in any of these special pur¬ suits by merely taking advantage of the opportunity rendered in high school. But I do maintain that it affords a chance for each persosn to receive a start in his chos¬ en field. He is thus enabled to get a taste of each and select the one from which he derives the most pleasure and benefit. In these extra-curricular activities, we must remember the important thing is that the student acquaint himself with the sub¬ ject. The intrinsic value of these extra¬ curricular activities is the fact that every¬ thing accomplished is a result of the student’s own initiative. The pupil is forced to do nothing against his will. He has selected this mode of diversion; he en¬ joys it. If any duty disagreeable to him arises, he knows that he is not compelled to do it; nevertheless these outside tasks which concern a favorite activity are seldom overlooked by the student. His interest forbids this. In this way skill is easily and agreeably developed. Recently an editorial appeared in a widely-read Boston paper commending athletics and declaring that “the best means for curing waywardness of youth is through athletics.” It pointed out that the field of athletics, like a public calam¬ ity, is a mighty leveler. On this battle field of sports only spirit and ability count. The position and wealth of one’s parents mean nothing. Again is reliabil¬ ity increased. In sports, everything de¬ pends upon the participant and upon no one else. Another benefit is derived from ath¬ letics. In this present day, athletics, es¬ pecially baseball, have become professions, rated as distinguishing walks in life. The high school affords to everyone the chance to discover whether he possesses the talent necessary for success in this line. Around us are numerous athletes furthering their education or suporting their families through their athletic abilities. This ability was fostered and strengthened in high school. Here, again, has the high school acquainted a person with his vo¬ cation. Aside from these points there are also the physical benefits derived from athletics. Taken as a whole, however, the value of high school education is not that we receive marks, or learn book-knowledge, or play on athletic teams, or participate in extra-curricular events. All these com¬ bined are aids in teaching reliability and discipline. We are taught, in all the phas¬ es of high school life, the necessity of discipline. The years spent in high school are included in the formative period, and many traits are developed which we bear all through life. Among these are punctu¬ ality, accuracy, and the power of con¬ centration. We are forced to undertake many tasks not in accordance with our own volition. But having been taught the importance of performing our duty, both by the words and the examples of our teachers, we realize that every task, whether it is pleasing or not, must be com¬ pleted. We develop daily our sense of responsibility. The practical values of a high school education are, as one can see, various. Those that are merely practical can be used only in limited fields. But the great¬ est spiritual benefit from mental training which is always apparent in every walk of life is development of character. If our character has strength, the long hours of study have accomplished their valuable purpose. 45 WILL OF THE CLASS OF 1936 Wv it Sptttpmbfipb that we, the most dignified class yet to be graduated from the Milford High School, being in our right minds and fully cognizant of our approaching death, due to a lingering malady diagnosed as Spring Fever, do, on this twentieth day of June, 1936, hereby make public this, OltT lafit UJtU tPStatttPltt. Listen well, ye beneficiaries of the class of 1936, and on pain of disinheritance fail not to carry out the bequests to be herein stated. To Principal Frank C. Berry, we, as loyal alumni, leave our heartfelt appreciation for his untiring efforts in our behalf. To the esteemed faculty we leave our unswerving appreciation for their long ses¬ sions, their generous devotion to the noble cause of education, their immortal vigilance, and their never failing penalties. (If we are not superhuman, they are not at fault). To the Junior class, we bequeath a fickle nature, so that they may recover as quick¬ ly as we have all this year, from their many affairs of heart. To the Sophomore class, we bequeath a patient nature, so that they may view with a gracious grin—if possible—the numerous activities in which the upperclassmen are so happily engaged. To the Freshmen, we leave comforting thoughts that days of imbecility will soon be over. To all those who this year will enter Alma Mater, we gratefully bequeath that fam¬ ous selection from Hamlet, through which many a student has languished in English A. To those who abhor and detest oral topics, compositions, and homework in general, we leave the comforting hope that some day, just as a steak dinner has been condensed to an insignificant tablet, so too, may the abhorred and detested meet a similar fate. To our adored faculty advisors, we bequeath a model student body, equipped with plenty of gray matter, well-modulated manners, and unwavering ambition. Be it under¬ stood that this is to compensate for the anguish caused by the motley crew of 1936. To all chemistry students, we leave unfailing patience, a failing appetite, and the most valuable set of rules on etiquette so that they may endure, with a smile, all the necessary characteristics when encountering that inevitable experiment on neutralization. To all future presidents, we bequeath Lawrie Catella’s sunny disposition. To any underclassman whose vocabulary is somewhat flaccid and contains that ab¬ horred and detested quality of owlishness, we bequeath Michaloski’s decorative vocabu¬ lary. May he use it with the same utmost discretion! 46 To any impolite underclassman who has not, as yet, consulted Emily Post, we leave Grayce Cozzi’s never failing and most prompt, “Yes, Sir!” To all conscientious people, we earnestly bequeath May’s absolute conformity to conventions and rules. To struggling athletes, we leave Herb Shaw’s cherished fund of A’s to be drawn upon so that he may permanently avoid ineligibility on the athletic teams. To the disillusioned youth of America, and to those who at times were disappointed with their surroundings, we leave Bob Williams’ unfullfilled desire to go asea. To all underclassmen who lament their inability for choosing “personality ties”, we dubiously pass on our associate editor’s colorful taste in the matter. To any impulsive and effervescent youth, we bequeath Sayle’s unobtrusive and set¬ tled charm. To the crestfallen youth who feels so because of the absence of manly characteris¬ tics, we happily bequeath Murray’s and Shaw’s Rip Van Winklish beards. To any callous youth who cannot see the reason for being kind to animals, we be¬ queath Betty Libbey’s passionate love for dogs—the dear things! The honor which we hope to acquire as the first class to be graduated from this, the newest addition of our Alma Mater, appeals to our own selfish nature, and as a conse¬ quence, we keep the same to ourselves. In the custody of the class of 1937, we leave the weighty responsibility of caring for the most cherished and honored characteristic—the dignity of a senior. Dire misfortune will fall upon the class of 1937 if it even slightly discolors or stains this trust. It is our wish and desire that our beloved overseer, the Hon. Frank C. Berry, act as executor of this instrument, but, having dispensed with the ordinary procedure, since we are, in truth, an extraordinary class, it is most essential that he present a bond with double sureties, so that the class of 1936 be protected and safeguarded from all evil. IN WITNESS WHEREOF we have hereunto set our hands and seals this twentieth day of May, one thousand nine hundred and thirty-six, in the presence of three witness¬ es, and do declare this to be our last will and testament. On this twentieth day of May A. D., 1936, Rose Sandra Kurlansky of Milford, Massa¬ chusetts, signed the foregoing instrument in our presence; and thereafter as witnesses theraof we three, at her request in her pres ence, and in the presence of each other, here¬ to siihscrihe our names. 47 HISTORY OF THE CLASS OF I936 BY JOSEPH E. MURRAY, ’36. The four years which have elapsed while we were undergraduates of the Mil¬ ford High School were filled with study and recreation. Now that we are on the point of departing from this phase of life and entering one entirely new and differ¬ ent, it is well to recall the major events which have occurred and the pleasant contacts which we have made with our classmates and faculty. The life of the class of ’36 was more or less experimental and turbulent in nature. Numerous innovations were es¬ tablished. During the infancy of our class, in 1932-33, the Oak, Lily, and Ivy was changed from the style of a magazine to that of a Year book containing individual photographs and the like. As the years progressed, so did the book. The class of ’34, during our sophomore year, added new features including a hard cover and in¬ formal snapshots. In 1935 the book ap¬ peared to be perfect. Much time and ef¬ fort were spent in achieving this aim. This was demonstrated in the finished product. But this year we have tried to incorporate the better features of every book and thus set a definite style for fut¬ ure use. Therefore our successors will merely need to continue the task which the combined energies of four different classes have originated. The resignation of the former princi¬ pal, Mr. Quirk, necessitated another change. With the advent of Mr. Berry, our new principal, came the inauguration of a new means of holding examinations for which certain days were set aside. This departure was radical in nature, but not so difficult to put into operation as the founding of the Year book. Another change in personalities came when Mr. Riopel, our athletic director, re¬ signed to become a coach at Holy Cross, his Alma Mater. Holy Cross’ gain was our loss, for Mr. Riopel had been extremely successful in producing winning teams. His baseball teams especially, held the State title for his two final years. His great reputation makes him practically legendary with us present-day high school athletes. In his stead Mr. Steeves, a graduate of Milford High School in 1923, was installed at the beginning of our sophomore year. He also is producing winning teams for his Alma Mater. But what would have been the great¬ est change did not materialize. I am re¬ ferring, of course, to the new high school. For the past two years we have gazed out of the windows at the rising struclure hopefully anticipating the day when we might occupy it. But our hopes were never realized, because the building has been a year behind schedule in its comple¬ tion. We truly envy the future classes, who, upon entering the new school, will not be subject to the changes which we have undergone throughout our four years. After Mr. Berry had designated the home rooms to the incoming freshmen on a September afternoon in 1932, the high school studies for the class of ’36 com¬ menced. The sole activity of our fresh¬ man year was participating in the activi¬ ties of the Debating Club, which was or¬ ganized by Miss Inez SanClemente, and which held debates monthly in the As¬ sembly Hall. The benefits derived are measurable neither in dollars and cents nor in percentage, for the club gave one the necessary courage and poise for pub¬ lic speaking. The first social event of our high school career was a Christmas party sponsored by this club. As freshmen, we held a unique honor, if such it may be called. Either through over-sight or lack of time on account of his new duties, Mr. Berry neglected to set aside a time for the election of our class officers—nevertheless we managed to struggle along without them. Therefore, the officers of the Debat¬ ing Club are considered the Freshman Class officers for that particular year. A freshman baseball team was organized with the members of Room 10 pitted against the combined members of the remainng freshman rooms. A fierce rivalry grew, and this was culminated by fiercer games on the diamond. The actual outcome of these games remains undecided—their re¬ sults are lost forever to posterity. The honors for the freshman year were cap¬ tured by Lawrence Catella, who won the Debating Medal, and by Lillian Luby, who received the Latin Prize. When our sophomore year approached, classes were held in the morning. We were now privileged to join athletic teams and enjoy the school’s activities. This year marked the beginning of the reign of Mr. 48 Steeves, the director of athletics. With the remnants of a powerful football team, he built a machine which tasted defeat only twice. Because of the many veterans on the squad, only Goodnow of the class of ’36, and who has since left school, re¬ ceived his letter. The same situation was found at baseball—there were numerous veterans and practically no chance for a sophomore. This team lost only two or three games and climaxed the season by defeating Saint Mary’s—thus we won the Daily Neivs Cup. Only one member of the class of ’36 made his letter. This work was achieved by Speroni—the present cap¬ tain. The Dante Club was organized dur¬ ing this year by Mr. James V. Zurlo of the faculty for those students who were studying the Italian language. Our officers for this year were; Law¬ rence Catella, president; Elizabeth Libbey, vice-president; Herbert Shaw, treasurer; and Natalina Federici, secretary. The members of the class of ’36 were saddened by the death of our classmate Sarah Ferrante, on February 13, 1934. Requiescat in Pace. When Time finally bore us to our Junior Year, we elected the following as class officers: Lawrence Catella, presi¬ dent; Pauline Mainini, vice-president; Natalina Federicci, secretary; Louis Sper¬ oni, treasurer. In addition to athletics, there was the Junior Science Club which was formed under the guidance of Mr. Metcalf for students interested in science. The David Garrick Dramatic Club under Miss O’Connell was also reorganized. This club was very active, entering a state-wide competition in Boston and performing very creditably. The club also produced three excellent plays in our Assembly Hall. During the winter months of this year 1934-1935, the precedent for holding in¬ formal socials in the Assembly Hall was established. The 1935 committee decided to hold a dance at the close of the foot¬ ball season in honor of the team. The crowd, limited to sixty couples, was neither too large nor too small, and everyone en¬ joyed himself greatly. Because of the suc¬ cess of the venture such informal dances were held every three weeks until Lent. A football banquet was held in December. This was followed by entertainment and dancing in the Assembly Hall. These dances, together with the socials of the Science Club and Dante Club made up a new idea of social affairs which will be fol¬ lowed in future years. The Junior Prom was held in Town Hall on February twen¬ ty-seventh under the supervision of the Junior Dance Committee. Henry John¬ son’s Broadcasting orchestra furnished the music for the Prom, which was a success from every angle. The Misses Sara Press¬ man and Roselyn Kurlansky won the Pat¬ rick Peace Essay prizes during this year. The athletic teams, starting from scratch with practically no veterans available, performed very well. At the end of the season the following members of the class of ’36 were awarded letters: Pinardi (captain-elect), Ferrario, Barberi, Murray, and Speroni. The baseball team, after finding itself in the middle of the season went on to capture the Midland League Penant. Helping them in their ef¬ forts were, Tusoni, Speroni, Besozzi, Grillo, Murray, and Delfanti—all of the class of ’36. A tennis team was organ¬ ized this year for the first time with Mr. Higgiston as the coach. The Junior Re¬ ception, held on the Friday before Senior Week, was unique, because of the type of entertainment, and the means which the class of ’35 used to express their apprecia¬ tion— we sure got their goat! Our hope for being admitted to the new building being doomed, we resolved to make the best of our senior year with¬ in the old building. After class-elec¬ tions—when we elected Lawrence Catella president for the fourth time—our work began in earnest. At the outset of the year, Mr. Berry announced the formation of a Milford High School Association, which was to provide many benefits to any student who wished to become a member. Dues were negligible—ten cents per month. Nearly all of the student body joined. In addi¬ tion to being admitted to the socials in the Assemb ly Hall, other privileges were offered such as admittance to athletic con¬ tests and high school functions. Through the co-operation of Mr. Berry all mem¬ bers of this association were granted free admission to see such worth-while pic¬ tures as A Tale of Two Cities, The Life of Louis Pasteur, and The Lady of The Lake. The Autumn Dance was held in the Blue Ballroom with Ray Frenzel’s Orches¬ tra furnishing music. Our socials were successfully continued throughout the winter. It was not until February that the Oak, Lily, and Ivy Committee was formed, but this delay only added an in¬ centive to the work of the committee mem¬ bers. Herbert Shaw was chosen Editor- in-Chief, and, by means of his efforts and Mr. Moran’s guidance, work on the book 49 progressed rapidly. The work of Lloyd and Roland Hixon is also to be commend¬ ed highly. According to Miss Pyne and Mr. Higgiston, our faculty business ad¬ visors, our class has been outstanding in its ability to raise the necessary money for the project. The Swift Oratorical Contest was held on April 22, and has its writeup elsewhere in the Oak, Lily, and Ivy. On May 22 in Town Hall, the fourth annual concert by the High School Or¬ chestra was presented. Two weeks later, the Senior Hop was held in Town Hall with music furnished by Harrington’s New Englanders. These last two affairs acted as a preparation for the final week of our Senior year which was soon to follow. We shall all pleasantly remember the good time we enjoyed during our Senior Week, which acted as a pleasant climax of our four years. Our High School days are now terminated, but we will live them over many times before they will be for¬ gotten. With our motto as our guide we will try, trust, and triumph for the sake of one and all. CLASS PROPHECY BY ROBERT J. WILLIAMS, ’36. On an eventful day in 1956, I awoke with a painful realization. I knew that this uncomfortable feeling would necessitate a visit to the office of Dr. Herbert W. Shaw, Jr., who, I am forced to admit, is another famous dentist. In a somewhat humiliated frame of mind, which I sensed I did not completely conceal under a studied noncha¬ lance, I entered the office of my chief com¬ petitor in this business of oral butchery. Now, I have known this Shaw for a long time. I noticed, however, a gleam in his eyes as I rested my weary body in his of¬ fice. A strange feeling of apprehension crept through my veins as he applied the anaesthetic. Alas, too late I realized that I was under the influence of a mysterious new gas invented by those eminent chem¬ ists, Joe Murray, Roland Hixon, and Vin Grossi. Their discovery not only eases pain; it also causes the patient to see in another guise the object upon which he was gazing prior to the time he lapsed into unconsciousness. He is also able to hear the subjects speak. The last thing I remembered was a picture of Tabard Inn, from which many pilgrims were departing. The picture depicted a scene from Chaucer’s “Canterbury Tales” and was placed on the wall in front of Shaw’s chair. As I sank into a torpor, the figures in the picture grew dim and confused. Their places were taken by familiar faces. Leading the delegation was Lawrie Catella, the noted surgeon. He smiled as Roselyn Kurlansky, the foremost exponent of psychology, explained her new theory to him. They were closely followed by a group of reporters, eager for a statement. Cubba Compagnone, Angelo Robert!, and Shilla Markakis recognized a scoop when they saw it. They were not, however, the only newspap¬ er men in the procession. There were Grayce Cozzi, known for her knowledge of etiquette; Natalina Federici, editor of a fashion page; Elia Sanchione, writer for the society column and Louise Morey, the convincing editorial writer. These persons were surrounding their boss. Bill Brown, the publisher, and Jimmy Celeste, his right hand man. Yes, Jimmy arrived there on time. Of course that state policeman with George Rogers and Weed Cornacchia was Joe Santacroce. George and Weed are the prosperous owners of a candy factory, and Eddie Fitzpatrick was trying hard to inter¬ est them in a taffy machine which he had just designed. Several business-like girls passed by. I gathered from their talk that they were all engaged in secretarial work. I learned that Beatrice Marcus and Ann Peterson were working in City Hall; Ruth McKinley and Bertha Rice were employed by the Frank King Garment Company. Just then a devil-may-care quartet ap¬ peared. It was the crew of a trans-contin¬ ental passenger plane: Ron Pugsley, pilot; Vic Piscitello, navigator; Pete Ferretti, radio officer; and Mille Flanders, hostess, have no doubt as to the safety of the plane designed by Hoiman Geake and John Sayle, who are also interested in schools for the hostesses. Imag’ine! I laughed as I heard Frank Seldon tell a joke to Art Kreisman and Arthur Delfanti. They enjoy their humor now as well as they did in the French class. They can well afford to be merry. Frank holds a splendid posi¬ tion as an accountant; Art is a noted eye specialist, and Pytlak manages the Palace Theatre, where Grace Settani, the silver¬ voiced contraRo is featured this week. What is this? An argument between two of my former classmates? A killing? I listen- 50 ed intently as John Tyndall and Battler Pinar- di told their stories: Pinardi, on his first hunt¬ ing trip, mistook one of Tyndall’s cows for a moose. Both the dairyman and the drafts¬ man tried to reach a settlement by consult¬ ing six impartial persons: three secretaries and three stenographers. Mary Paradiso, Josephine Crivello, and Rachel Clarke, favored Tyndall, and Serina Vitali, Rita Cassinelli, and Helen DiDonato, were unde¬ cided. Just then Game Warden Aldo Cecchi stepped in and was about to arrest Pinardi when Attorney Frances Concheri appeared to defend Eddie. All this indecision was ended when Stanley Michaloski, Superior Court Judge, appeared and said in his best arbi¬ trary manner, “Pinardi shall reimburse Tyndall for the unwarrantable assassination of one of the latter’s kine.’’ This verdict satisfied evei’yone except Cecchi, who was finally persuaded to forget a charge of hunt¬ ing out of season. The next group reminded me that there was to be a ball game tonight. Joe Grillo was scheduled to pitch, and he looked very confident, too. Why shouldn’t he with so many shutouts to his credit! He was talking to John Besozzi, his teammate who played right field. Umpire Bill Tyndall strolled along with Sully Tusoni, head coach at Columbia. Many sports celebrities were also bound for the ball park which could be seen in the distance. Bill Dillon, the hockey star of the Ruins and Don Kirby, the daunt¬ less manager of that team, were talking things over with Tennis Champion Elinor Bird and Lucille Fontecchio, the graceful figui’e skater. Sports-announcer Frank Niro and Bowling Champion Nicky Pilla thought that Agostino Todino invested wisely when he bought the Panthers from George Harlow, millionaire chain-store executive. Nick Trotta and Nick Pilla, buyers for Harlow’s enterprise were engaged in con¬ versation with Sperry Speroni, who was try¬ ing to sell them a carload of tires from Fred Casey’s and Dick Camp’s plant in Detroit. No sooner had Sperry retired after making the sale than Louise Griffith and Mildred Cenedella, their private secretaries, came and told them that a fire which broke out in +heir Milford store would have done serious damage, but for the courageous efforts of the fire department. Chief May had dis¬ tinguished himself by saving several mem¬ bers of the office staff. Among the rescued were Barbara Droney, Catherine McGuigan, Eileen Greene, and Jean Gilmore. Although Killer had miraculously escaped severe burns, he was, nevertheless, the toast of the town. This exciting news caused many words of admiration from Helen Macchi, Lydia Breg- ani, a nd Anna Ovsanian, owners of a beauty salon next door to the scene of the conflagra¬ tion. When the tumult had subsided, I saw Minister Joseph Knox. He was telling Arlene Senter, sociable social worker, all about his new avocation—collapsible telephone booths with sleeping accommodations. Creighton Carroll, broke in at this time to suggest that Knox also furnish a radio and a bathtub. Dr. Shaw’s drug returned me to Milford. Although twenty years have elapsed since they were graduated from Milford High School, many members of the class of ’36 are still associated with their Alma Mater. Charles Calcagni is a teacher of Italian, Evelyn Bonetta, Mary lannitelli, and Josephine Beccia are commercial teachers. Bill Calarese is a physics instructor, and Carmella Ferrucci is the music instructor. Peter Paradiso is the director of the orches¬ tra. Pete is talking to Maestro Fred Cugini, who with his band, plays nightly in the Cafe Swank, owned by Arthur Kaizzi and Anthony Platukis. In Cugini’s band are Michael Cos- trino, Nicholas Bocaccino, and Vallie Can- della. The Cafe Swank is famed for its cuisine. Kaizzi and Platukis give the credit to their chef, Hanlon Burns and his assistant Grace Celozzi. Carl Barberi is the head waiter here; Eleanor Pei’na is the cashier. Yo lee 0 lay hee oo! Pappy Manella, our hill-billy druggist, is singing for the benefit of Secretaries Aurora Pizzillo, and Anna Alberta. Fred Feccia, a detective, asks Pappy to give him a few lessons. In spotless white uniforms, Lillian Luby and Anita Molinari are discussing hospital problems. They both are supervisors of hos¬ pitals and are proud of their efficient staff of nurses. Theresa DeCesare, Anita Consoletti, Josephine lanzito, all registered nurses, work in the hospital managed by Lillian Luby, where Betty Libbey is the dietitian. On Anita’s staff are Elizabeth Ferraro, Louise Hachey, and Emily Cenedella. Freeman Bullard is that fellow who is talking in technical terms to Lloyd Hixon and Horsemeat Ferrario. All architects use words which a layman like me cannot under¬ stand. Three happy social workers, Ann Har¬ rington, Edith Rose, and Christine DeCesare file past, explaining their experiences to Janet Bacon, who is her own best advertise¬ ment for what physical culture should be. Louise Fales, a happy housewife, leaves them to do some shopping. Is that a man I see before me? Sur¬ rounded by three fair damsels is Patsy Borelli, a noted radio crooner. He tells Marina Diotalevi, Lucy D’Arcangelo, and Rose lacovelli that he will autograph his picture for them because they are such nice secretaries. Although it is not baby week, a fleet of carriages are approaching. Governesses Marion Kempton, Marion Bethel, and Rose Oneschuk are taking their wards out for an airing. To John Constantino and Matte DeVita nothing matters but their discussion of tele¬ vision. So absorbed are they that they do not hear William Grant, the aeroplane pilot, call to them as he passes by with another ace, A1 Taylor, the stunt flyer. Seeing A1 reminded me of the time he invited Shaw and me to ride in his plane. When we were about ten thousand feet above the earth, Taylor thought he would like to fly in an upsidedown manner. I became hor¬ rified, but Shaw merely winked at me as he offered our friend a stick of candy. I noticed that he ate none himself, and that he offered me none. This caused me to become so sus¬ picious that I tightened my parachute more securely. Our pilot asked us how we en¬ joyed the ride. I looked at Herb with amaze¬ ment. He whispered that this strange action 51 of America’s foremost pilot was due to the fact that A1 had unknowingly eaten a tasty bit of drugged confectionery which caused him to see things in a topsy-turvey way. In¬ stead of his playing a joke on us, he was our victim of deceit. But let me go on with my story, for as sure as Niagara falls, I distinctly recall see¬ ing more of my classmates in the procession. Some ai’e passing now. Rose DeFrancesco, who painted the murals in the Cafe Swank, is evidently going there to dine with three business women: Ida Creasia, Helen Tocci, and Margaret Julian. Mary Gandolfi and Pauline Mainini argue with Louise Ramelli that it is better to be a secretary than a stenographer. They ask Marion Garland and Angelina Testa who reply that it is better to be a bookkeep er. Hester Rose and Marie Greene, who teamed up to found a secretarial school, ask Esther Kearnan if she will join their teach¬ ing staff. She accepts the position as Stenographers Margaret Meomartino, Rose DiCrescentis, and Rose Furcinitti, her form¬ er co-workers, rush up to congratulate her. Hester, you know, was one of the con¬ scientious members of the class who was al¬ ways ready to help whenever her services were required. But you’d be surprised now. She doesn’t have to do a thing, but she does give instructions which usually are carried out. And she does this so efficiently that Johnny Sayle always compliments her and her staff for their good work. Well, now whom do you suppose I see? It’s Sim himself. Sim Rizzi appears alone. In his hand he carries a brief case, marking him as a member of the bar. He suddenly stops, draws from his brief case an automatic pistol marked “exhibit A’’ and points it in my di¬ rection. I hear a loud report. What’s this? Where are my classmates? I won’t “calm down’’. I’m shot! Oh, there’s that picture of Tabard Inn again. I feel sleepy. Shaw and his hygienist, Sara Pressman, smile at me as if I were a child. Shaw points to a shattered firecracker on the floor and ex¬ plains that a shock is necessary to bring the patient back to consciousness—if possible. When I told him of my experience, he in¬ formed me that he wanted to try the gas on himself. I immediately volunteered to administer the anaesthetic. I await with pleasure an account of his dream. He’ll try to outdo me, but I trust that I shall triumph. VALEDICTORY SCHOOL ARCHITECTURE-ITS VALUE TO THE STUDENT By LLOYD ERNEST HIXON A new era in school architecture has dawned. The little red schoolhouse of grandfather’s days has been thoroughly remodelled into the huge temples of learn¬ ing of the present period. Architects and educators have been striving for years to bring about this welcome change. In part their dreams have come true, for as we examine our new high school, which is the most modern educational building in the near vicinity, we can readily see the ad¬ vancement that has been made in this field of architecture. The previous speaker has discussed the mental advantage of a high school education to a young man or woman. I shall endeavor to call to your attention the importance of a well-planned school build¬ ing to the physical, as well as to the in¬ tellectual, welfare of the student. What is a well-planned school build¬ ing? If a building can efficiently fulfill its purpose for a number of years, it is said to be well designed. The Grecian temples, the Gothic cathedrals, and the mediaeval castles were works of art be¬ cause they were carefully designed to ful¬ fill certain definite requirements. There¬ fore you can readily see that our modern buildings should not be imitations of ancient classical temples, but structures growing out of the needs of today. Hence functional planning, or planning for a definite program, is an essential element in modern architecture, especially school architecture. The question now arises: can a school be designed to do its work well and at the same time be attractive and inspiring? Experience has proved that by clear, logical planning, a building may be a work of art and the same time be efficient and economical. Some educational edifices can not be designed for a definite program. There- 52 fore architects and educators have de¬ vised a plan so flexible that it might be applied to any educational scheme. This new design, which is a cross between ex¬ treme functional planning and extreme standardization, consists of several flexi¬ ble units so arranged as to produce a pleasing effect. The effect gained de¬ pends upon the harmony between the units which is insured by strict adherence to certain fixed rules of safety, lighting, and sanitation. The buildings, as a whole, differ only in size of rooms and general exterior. Of what significance is school archi¬ tecture to the student? The chief rooms in a school building are the classrooms; hence our first concern will be the architectural features of these rooms necessary for the welfare of the student. It is the duty of every school architect to see that the class room is properly lighted, ventilated, heat¬ ed, and conveniently located. Science has greatly aided the architect in this matter by several inventions. The scientific aids to lighting are adjustable shades or Vene¬ tian blinds, which admit the day light into the room without glare, and indirect elec¬ trical lighting, which aids in the even dis¬ tribution of light. The heating and ventil¬ ating of school rooms have shown re¬ markable advancement in the past few years. The most modern heating plant is the vapor steam boiler, which is operated on oil or coal. Air conditioning is the latest advancement in ventilation. It is accomplished by unit ventilators and exhaust outlets placed in each room. The ventilators serve to draw fresh air from the outside, warm it, clean it, and then by means of convectional air currents dis¬ tribute it about the room. The exhaust outlet conducts the foul air from the room up to the exhaust stacks on the roof. Air conditioned rooms are free from drafts and variations in temperature. By re¬ search, educators have proved that each room must be located near exits and stair¬ ways to prevent danger from fire. Another feature, fast becoming a ne¬ cessity, in a well-planned school is a large auditorium. The hall should be able to accommodate all the student body at one time. This enables the school to hold mass meetings, lectures, and social activities. In a town where funds are limited, the audi¬ torium may also be used as a gymnasium by employing movable seats or benches. After having considered in a general way all the architectural features of a school which are of a value to the student, let us now analyze our new high school and discover which details the architects have included to make the school more beneficial to the pupil. During a procedure of this kind, certain points must be kept in mind, namely: the extreme importance of well lighted, heated, and ventilated class rooms, a large auditorium, and an attrac¬ tive and inspiring building. The architectural style of the exter¬ ior of our building belongs to the Classical Revival Period. It is executed in Milford pink granite, which makes the whole build¬ ing pleasing and attractive. Emphasis is placed on the main entrance in the center of the front facade by the use of classical architectural orders. Seventeen regular class rooms, each well lighted, heated, and ventilated are located on the three main floors of the building. Care was taken by the archi¬ tects to have each located near a fireproof stairway or one of the three exits. The ventilation in the school is accomplished by air conditioning which I have previously explained. On the third floor at the front of the building are located two scientific laboratories and tw o lecture rooms. The laboratories are equipped with the latest apparatus for the better teaching of physics and chemistry. The special feature of the new high school is the spacious auditorium which occupies a separate two-story wing con¬ structed at right angels to the main build¬ ing. It is the first hall of its kind to be included in a school building of our com¬ munity, and is a feature which will be of immeasurable benefit to the student body in the future. A gallery which is capable of seating some two hundred and fifty persons is located at the rear of the hall. On the main floor of the auditorium al¬ most seven hundred and fifty individuals may be seated, bringing the total to nearly one thousand persons. At the front of the hall is a large stage upon which lectures and dramatic entertainments may be pre¬ sented. Through research and scientific study we have entered upon a new era of school architecture, and an age in which ad¬ vancements will be made for the welfare of the children. School architects and educators will continue to plan more at¬ tractive and homelike educational edifices with one thought in mind, namely: that children can and will work better under pleasing and inspiring surroundings. 53 Classmates of 1936 The hour has arrived when we must bid farewell to all that we have held dear for four long years. We have closed the door upon our high school career, and are now standing on the threshold of life gazing into the misty future. To the members of the faculty, parents, and friends, who have untiringly aided and instructed us, we express our sincerest gratitude. As we start down the highway of life to assume the burdens of manhood and womanhood, let us resolve to be true to our school, our friends, and ourselves with the inspiring words of our motto, “Try, Trust, Triumph” imprinted in our hearts. CLASS ODE By ARLENE SENTER 0 Milford High School, lov’d by us. We bid farewell to thee. Four happy years we’ve spent with you. And now ’tis time to leave. Our teachers all have had their part In making mem’ries bright. And as we leave this hall tonight. We’ll conquer with our might. We face the future. Mother dear. With courage and with joy. For you’ve bequeath’d to us the pow’r That we’ll ne’er destroy. The class of nineteen thirty-six Bids you a fond adieu. And though we may be miles apart. We’ll try and trust for you. Tune: Drink to Me Only With Thine Eyes Old English Air 54 UNDERGRADUATES 56 Robert Holbrook, Stephen Ohanian, Concetta Oliva, Shirley Hubbard JUNIOR CLASS OFFICERS President; Stephen Ohanian Vice-President: Shirley Hubbard Secretary: Concetta Oliva Treasurer: Robert Holbrook CLASS OF 1937 Evelyn Abbondanza, Elaine Abretti, Louis Acquafresca, .Joan Alcarese. Harry Anderson, Prank Andreotti, Ken¬ neth Archibald, Ethel Bagley, Matilda Bellafatto, Anna Berardi, Frank D. Berry, Louis Bertorelli, Robert Bick¬ ford. Elinor Black, Esther Blizard, Vittoria Brita, Fred Brown, Phyllis Brown, Rose Caffarelli, Helen Cahill, .loseph Calagione, ,Ianies Carrabba, .Jessie Cass, Lawrence Catusi, Antonio Celozzi, Carlotta Cenedella, Florence Cenedella, .Josephine Civinini, .Josephine Compagnone. Helen Coniaris, Eva Consoletti, Louis Creasia, Mollie Cres- cenzi, Grace Crivello, Mary Cugini, Donienic D ' Alesandro, Michael D ' Antonio, Ernest DelCastello, Stephen Del- etti, .Jean DeMatteis. Helen DePalma, Helen Derderian, Elizabeth DeWitt, Angelo DiGirolamo, Emidio DiLoreto, Victor Dinardo, Edward Dion, Rose DiPietro, .Josephine Donissoni, Barbara Dugan, Eleanor IJunton, George Du- ridas, Fred Eden, Arthur Erickson, Walter Fabian. Gemma Farese, Guido Feccia, Thomas Ferguson, Angelo Perrario, Lillian Fitzgerald, .Julia Givani, Charles Goucher, Dorothy Grandi, Carmela Grillo, Ruth Hayes, Helen Haynes. Robert Holbrook. Shirley Hubbard, Alba ladarola, Vincent ladarola, Dora lannitelli, Leonard lanzito, Eleanor Jackson, Elizabeth Johnson, Irene Joslin, Arthur Kaizer. Rosalie Klein, Lillian Kosciak, Mary Koss, Catherine Lamborghini, Leo Leger, Concetta Lombardi, Mary Lutfy, Donald Jjynch, Itudolph Macchi, itttore Maietta, Frederick Mainini. Al¬ vin Malnati, Josephine Maloof, Enrico Mancini, Robert Mancini, Dora Mazzini, Lena Melpignano, Mary Micelotta, Reuben Miller, Irene Mongiat, Frank Morelli. Rita Morey, Edward Nargi, Jeannette Nealia, Albert Neckes, Joseph Nigro, Josephine Niro, Ethel Norsworthy, Alfred Nott uriio, Isabel O ' Brien, Stephen Ohanian, Concetta Oliva, Alexander Oneschuk, Frank Ozella. Lena Parente, Leo Parente, Ruth Parker, Celia Pavento, Arthur Peterson, Esther Petrini, Lois Philpot, Doris Porter, Barbara Power, Loreta Rizzi, Anita Robert!, Lawrence Rockwood, Betty Rogers. Carolina Rossi, Carmella Rossi, Melba Ruggerio, Francis Ruscitti, John Sacco, Elizabeth Sainio, Alfred Santoro, Claire Sartain, Anna Settanni, Elmer Siegel, Arthur Siipola, Charlotte Smith, Miriam Smith, Rita Smith, Dorothy Speroni. Olga Speroni, Fred Standook, Mary Stewart, Eileen Sullivan, Edna Sweet, Angelo Testa, Benjamin Tocci, Gemma Tosti, Dorothy Trotta, Emma Tusoni, Rowland Tyndall, Robert Varney, Edward Vasile. Bruce Vaughn, Louise Vendetti, Cleodino Vitali, Olive Watson, Kenneth Webster, William Werber, Hilda White, Sylvia Williamson, George Wolfe, Henry Wyzan, Anna Zarach. 57 JUNIOR CONTRIE A TOAST TO 1936 It is a great pleasure to assist in the publication of this year’s Oak, Lily, and Ivy. The class of 1937 expresses its thanks and extends its best wishes to the class of 1936 for a happy and successful future. STEPHEN OHANIAN, President. FRECKLES As the unwilling owner of a discour- agingly healthy crop of freckles and as an interested observer of the same affliction in others, I feel quite capable of informing those more fortunate of the interesting fea¬ tures of this peculiar malady. Concerning their doubtful origin, it can be supposed that their riotous course was begun as soon as fair skinned damsels, not to mention tall and handsome gentlemen, ex¬ posed their pale epidermis to the ravages of the elements. Of course this happened so very long ago that even an approximate date is incalculable. There is some consolation in the fact that the particular type of skin susceptible to acquiring these variously tinted dots of brown is not found in all races. Those who have been spared are the Latin and Eastern races and the North American Indians. At least this is the common belief although there may have been exceptions which have been concealed from the general public. How¬ ever, regardless of race, they are especially prevalent in individuals having turned-up noses and so called red hair, which in reality ranges from a flaming orange-gold to a sub¬ dued auburn including all shades in between. As perhaps the most important factor of this inseparable and song-inspiring combination, the freckles flourish unabated, being in their most favorable environment, and appear to possess a stubborn resistance to any climac¬ tic condition which might cause their partial eradication. Another well known class presents it¬ self under the guise of a generous sprink¬ ling of small dark specks over the nose and nearby regions. This particular variety is comparatively bearable in that it lacks a per¬ manent finish and therefore, with the absence of strong sunlight, it loses its ruddy glow and becomes less noticeable. Since I myself am prejudiced against any and all freckles, being one of their in¬ nocent victims, it should be mentioned that there are some individuals who differ radi¬ cally from me in their opinion toward them. The difference arises because of the fact they believe these pests are actually quite charming. But how, when, or why this ridiculous belief arose is one of those mys- eries which I cannot undertake to explain. HELEN CAHILL, ’37. A COMEDY OF PLAUTUS During the Harvard Tercentenary cele¬ bration, the Harvard Classical Club repro¬ duced at Sanders Theatre in Cambridge the Mostellaria, a rollicking comedy of the early Roman era, written by Plautus, fore¬ most playwright of his time. Mostellaria is a Latin play depicting the story of an in¬ triguing slave, who, his master being away on a trip, leads the son into evil. The hum¬ or is furnished by the difficulties which sur¬ round the slave on the unexpected return of the father. All the ancient Roman stage customs of that period were carefully carried out. The masks and scenery were modelled after mu¬ ral paintings handed down through the centuries. During certain scenes singing was done by a slave stationed at the side of the stage, while the actor accompanied the mel¬ ody with the proper gesticulations. It was an extremely interesting spectacle, and the notes concerning the play and the author, prepared by Miss Ryan, made the play more enjoyable and understandable. In behalf of the Junior and Senior Latin pupils attending the play, I wish to extend thanks to our Latin instructors. Miss Ryan and Miss Feige, whose efforts made this in¬ teresting trip possible.—FRANK BERRY, ’37. FIFTH INVECTIVE AGAINST CATILINE Cicero, though Roman too. Spoke not the Latin Caesar knew. Or, if he did. he made a pact With Caesar to conceal the fact; So we poor students, Latin B, Must penetrate the mystery. Catiline, a Roman knave. Was prone to make the consul rave; For Catiline got in his hair; For four orations he was there. Through four invectives, full of ire. The consul made predictions dire. “Citizens,” he’d say, “I beg. Don’t let this mad man pull your leg. Without a doubt, he is a loon. To famine, thirst, and cold immune. And if you let him stay at Rome, He’ll slay your children, burn your home.” Rome is no concern of mine. Nor, for that matter, Catiline. I care not for his mad desire To ruin Rome by sword and fire. I care not that he spent his life In planning but for war and strife. Catiline (the Roman pest! Else had my days with peace been blest.) Became the source of all my woe When he caused speech from Cicero. No Catiline—no tribulations; From Cicero, no four orations! BETTY DeWITT, ’37. 58 ORS’ SECTION COMMITTEE This section was supervised by Miss Marion A. Ryan of the faculty. Frank Berry Helen Cahill Helen Coniaris Elizabeth DeWitt Helen Haynes Leonard lanzito A LOVE STORY OR LOVE IN BLOOM It was An Evening In June when I saw My Margarita sitting In a Little Gj sy Tea Room, listening to the Sweet Music which stirs the air When a Gypsy Makes His Violin Cry. The hour was About a Quarter To Nine and something whispered, Let Your Heart Make Up Your Mind; why keep on Chasing Shadows or live longer in Solitude? It’s Mating Time, and she’s so Lovely To Look At, So Lovely, and So Sweet; now Right About Face and admit, “I’m In Love All Over Again”. Then entered Rosetta, a mutual friend from Way Back Home, who introduced us. Then Soon all was Smooth Sailing, for I noticed she was Thrilled when the violin nlayed I’m Falling In Love With Someone. I escorted her home, and ’Neath The South¬ ern Moon I whispered, “Are You Listening, My Dear? for If My Heart Could Only Talk just now it would say, ‘I’m All Tangled Up In Love. It’s You I Adore and I should like To Call You My Own. So If You Want My Heart, it is yours. Do Tell Me That You Love Me Tonight. LENA PARENTE, ’37. THE HINDENBURG Nature has once more been conquered, this time by a giant dirigible, the Hinden- burg, which carried fifty passengers and a crew of fifty-six across the Atlantic Ocean. The flight is truly a remarkable accomplish¬ ment when we consider that the hazardous and perilous Atlantic, a distance of over three thousand miles, has been crossed in safety in the short space of two and a half days. This flight marks the beginning of a reeular trans-Atlantic transportation system which will doubtless further commerce and arouse a friendlier feeling between the na¬ tions of the world. The speed which the dirigible now attains is between eighty and ninety miles an hour, and this rate will doutbless be increased in the future. Today by the best ocean liners, Europe is still five or six days distant, but in time to come Europe may be considered our next door neighbor. With the appearance of the Hinden- burg none of the comforts which are enjoyed aboard a trans-Atlantic liner are lost. The dirigible has an upper and lower deck. The upper deck consists of twenty-five well fur¬ nished cabins with two beds in each. The cabins are equipped with ventilators which assure the passengers of comfort, hot and cold running water, and many other modern conveniences. On the upper deck there are also an elaborately furnished dining room, a lounging room, comfortable writing and reading rooms, and a promenade deck which is 180 feet long. The lower deck consists of a bar and smoking room, as well as the crew’s quarters and the kitchen. The cost for each passenger on the initial flight was five hundred dollars. The fee for passengers on the returij trip, as advertised in the New York Times, is four hundred dollars, which includes berth, meals, and tips. At a dinner given in honor of Dr. Hugo Eckener and his associates. Captain Ernst Lehmann expressed the belief that the re¬ turn voyage to Germany may soon be made in one and one-half days. He stated that trans-oceanic travel cannot remain in the hands of one country and that the German nation will be glad to contribute her ex¬ perience if the United States desires to co¬ operate in the establishment of a regular trans-Atlantic service. The success of the dirigible is undoubt¬ edly one of the greatest achievements of the scientific world, either of this decade or any decade. ALBERT NECKES, ’37. SMILE! It isn’t always easier To smile instead of sigh. It isn’t always easier To laugh instead of cry. It isn’t always easier. When things seem wrong always. To carry on and force a grin, But I find it always pays. For when you’re really down and out. Just tears won’t put things right. You’ve got to stand and face the band And fight with all your might! So here’s a thought for you. One that I am learning— That every road, however long. Always has a turning! ETHEL BAGLEY, ’37. 59 60 THE CLASS OF 1938 Adelaide Piteo, Tony Vallie, Phyllis Moriarty, Raymond Mainini SOPHOMORE CLASS OFFICERS President: Anthony Vallie Vice-President: Adelaide Piteo Secretary: Phyllis Moriarty Treasurer: Raymond Mainini CLASS OF 1938 Eleanor Adams, Lucy Alberta, Angelina Alberto, Violinda Allegrezza, Rita Andreola, Josephine Antolini. Douglas Archibald, Anita Arcudi, John Baci, Ernest Baralola, Estley Benson, Andrew Bernard!, Charles Berrini, Elbert Bethel, Charles Bigonski, Edith Bilsbury, Kathryn Bird. Paul Boland, Carlo Borelli, George Boyd, Winifred Boyer, Lillian Bucchino, Rita Bullard, Thelma Bullard, Florence Bruno, Florence Butterworth, Evelyn Calabrese, Francis Calarese, Alice Canon, Frances Carter, Anita Casamassa, Regina Casasanta, Domenic Celozzi, Helen Cenedella, Joseph Ceolinski, Elinor Chapman, Regina Charzenska. Arthur Ciaramicola, Anna Col- ligan, Louis Consign, Antonio Consoletti, Elvira Consoletti, Charles Cooney, Augusta Copper, Patsy Costantino, Robert Costantino, Bartolo Crivello, Esther Cugini, Agnes Curley, Roy Cutter. Agnes Damigian, Leo D’Arcangelo, Antonette DeCapua, Angelina DeCesare, Elvira DeFazio, Elvira DeGregory, Domenic Delsignore, .lohn Derderian, Gabriel DiBattista, Frank DiGellonardo, William Dinardo, .loseph DiPietro, Raymond Dominici, Edwin Dore. Mary Doyle, Mary Droney, Edward Dugan, Bernice Eldridge, Charles Espanet, Dorothy Fahey, Marie Fales, Antonio Feccia, Jane Ferdenzi, Albert Ferraro. Virginia Ferrucci, Grace Fino, Kenneth Foye, Charles Gattoni, .John Gemma, Edith Gobbi, James Grant, John Greene, Josephine Grille, Mary Grille, Elizabeth Hannigan, Mary Han- nigan, Jacob Heitin, Anthony lacovelli, Angelina lannetti, Filomena lannitelli, Patsy lannitelli, Marie Johnson, Katherine Kearnan, Rose Kedski, Royal Keene, Margery Kerr. Theodore Kosciak, Nicholas Lioce, George Luchini, Emma Lutfy, Rita Lutz, Lldeo Luzi, Francis Magee, Raymond Mainini, Betty Manoogian, Louise Marelli, Virginia Markakis, Anthony Mazzarelli, Corsina Mazzarelli, Florence Mazzini, William McAvoy, Veronica McGuigan, John McKay, Albert McKinley, Hazel McNiff, Joseph Melplgnano, Robert Monaco, Phyllis Moriarty, Louise Murray, Robert O’Connell, Catherine Pagucci, Antonio Palma, Anthony Paradiso. Josephine Parente, Lily Pearson, Jose¬ phine Perna, Prank Peroni, Anna Petrini, Harriet Picard, John Pilla, Rose Piscitello, Adelaide Piteo, John Prece, Pierina Ramelli, Eleanor Rapazini, Helen Redden, Mary Rosacci, Joseph SanClemente. Edward Sannicandro, Frederick Schultz, Robert Scott, Louise Seghezzi, Viola Serrano, Lois Shea, Veronica Smith, Leland Snow, Laura Southwick, Lenora Spallone, Joseph Speroni, Mary Streeter, Barbara Sweet Nicholas Tassone, Thomas Tenaglia, Anna E. Tessicini, Anna F. Tessicini,. Mary Testa, Alice Tieuli, Dorothy Tomasini, .losephine Tomaso, .losephiue M. Tomaso, Thomas Tominsky, Joseph Tosches, Eleanor Trotta, Salvatore Tumolo, Yolanda Tumolo, Clifton Tyler, Anthony Vallie, Dorothy Varney, Michael Vasti, Francis Vendetti, Angelina Venziano, Egidio Vitali, Emilio Vitali, Ruth Watson, Ruth Weeks, Woodrow Wilson, Marie Zicolella. 61 SOPHOMORE CON GREETINGS We thank the members of the class of 1936 for permitting us to assist in the compil¬ ing of their Year book. We wish you full realization of your ambitions. ANTHONY VALLIE, President. HISTORY OF THE SOPHOMORE CLASS Dear Diary, September Once again I open your cover, this time to narrate the numerous things which have happened during our sophomore year. Hav¬ ing had one year of high school, we were not unfamiliar with the schedules, but at¬ tending classes in the morning was a novelty for us. One hundred and eighty-one of last year’s two hundred and thirty-two returned. October The program for this month consisted mainly of electing officers. Again we elect¬ ed our same capable class-mates to office. We all were pleased to join the newly- organized Athletic Association. November With the coming of the brisk November days, football was in the minds of most students. We recall one of the most excit¬ ing games—the one with Hudson—in which one of our classmates, Charles Espanet, proved the hero and saved the day for Mil¬ ford. December Probably you guessed it we had the usual Christmas vacation. January The dawn of a new year! Fresh from our vacation, we all settled down to the ac¬ customed routine of school work. We un¬ doubtedly made resolutions, which we were absolutely sure we would keep, but time proved differently. February Through an arrangement with the State Theatre, the members of the Association were able to attend a film version “A Tale of Two Cities”—at the State—thanks to our dimes! March During the latter part of this month the Association members had another theatre party and liked it, too. April Along with the April showers came the customary spring vacation. May With the approach of graduation, ex¬ citement wanders through the minds of Seniors and Juniors—believe it or not! June It has been rumored that the seniors may be given the privilege of graduating from the new high school. As we have not yet heard any definite word, I shall have to leave you in doubt until next year, when I shall not forget to make this notation in your pages. Whether the graduation exer¬ cises be held in the new auditorium or else¬ where, from the depths of our hearts we wish the graduates happiness and success in their future careers and now, dear Diary, with another precious school year drawn to a close, the time for departing from your beloved pages has come. Till next year then, PIERINA RAMELLE. Editor’s note: Miss Ramelle also wrote last year’s “Dear Diary”, but through an error, was not so credited. THE ENGLISH RULERS First William the Norman, then William his son, Henry, Stephen, and Henry; then Richard and John. Then Henry the Third, Edwards One, Two, and Three, And again after Richard, three Henries I see. Two Edwards, Third Richard, if rightly I guess; Two Henries, Sixth Edward, Queen Mary, Queen Bess. Then Jamie, the Scotchman, and Charles whom they slew. Yet received after Cromwell another Charles two. Then Jamie the Second ascended the throne; Good William and Mary together came on. Then Anne; Georges four and Fourth William all came. Then followed Victoria, the first of her name. Years sixty and four she stood at the head. Till Edward the Seventh reigned King in her stead. Then reigned good King George, who,when his health failed, Would have as successor the gay Prince of Wales. Now Edward the Eighth, a handsome young king; May he live forever; Long Life to the King! MARY TESTA, 1938. 62 BUTORS’ SECTION COMMITTEE This section was planned by Miss Mary Burns of the faculty and by the following members of the Sophomore class: Paul Boland John Greene Joan Ferdenzi Phyllis Moriarty Pierina Ramelle IT NEVER FAILS TO HAPPEN On some warm summer afternoon big sister will wish to do her good deed of the day. She will decide to take little brother to the ball game. After she spends a very hot thirty minutes getting the squirming boy ready, she will finally arrive with the infant at the ball field. Everything will go smooth¬ ly until perhaps about the third inning. Let me paint the picture for you from then on. There are three men on bases, and her favorite player is at bat. At that moment little brother notices the ice cream man. Yes, he gets the ice cream, but dear sister misses all the excitement that accompanies a home run. A few more innings elapse while darling proceeds to consume the cold delight. Messy little brother soon decides that he prefers to investigate that funny looking marble thing from which water spurts, than to watch a few high school boys bat a ball around a field. In order not to lose her temper, big sister takes him where he wishes to go. When she finally succeeds in drag¬ ging him away from the water fountain, the ball game is over, and she is in just about the right mood to shake the little darling. A kind old lady now happens to come along. She compliments sister on her thoughtful¬ ness in taking little brother to the ballgame on such a fine day. And people will wonder why she screamed! ANGELINA DeCESARE, ’38. REMEMBER THE DAY WHEN: Charlie Cooney said, “C’mon, honey lamb.” Eleanor Adams said, “Gee, but I would like to go to a co-ed school like Harvard”? Miss Spallone could be heard but not seen? Miss O’Connell asked one of her English students the definition of a stag and the student replied, “a party to which either all men or all women go?” Phyllis Moriarty wanted to know how long they had kept the Dionnes in an electric re¬ frigerator to keep them alive? Frances Carter didn’t prepare her French lesson ? Vallie wore such flashy socks to school? “Giz” Luchini fell asleep during Latin period? Coppy Ferdenzi wasn’t attentive during Italian class? JUST ONE OF THOSE THINGS Grandpa peered in the screen door. “Yes, Grandma has gone to the Ladies’ Aid just as I told you she had, Ruthie.” He walked over to his favorite chair, sat down, and lighted his pipe. Ruthie was nervous. First she tried one chair and then another, only to end up on the sofa. Then she began to pace the floor with soft gliding movements. “Ruthie honey, what is the matter with you?” asked Grandpa. “Grandma won’t be home fo r an hour. She won’t even know you’ve been here. Don’t worry. Come and sit on my lap.” Ruthie looked frightened but snuggled her head comfortably on Grandpa’s shoulder. He could hear contented little murmurs every now and then. He put his nose in her silky hair and a sweet familiar odor rewarded him. He could feel her gentle breath on his neck— breath as sweet and soothing as new mown hay. Grandpa sighed happily and stroked Ruthie’s shining hair, delighting in its soft¬ ness against his palm. “Why won’t you say something Ruthie? Don’t be afraid. Grandma doesn’t under¬ stand you. She thinks you’re a nuisance, and she just doesn’t like strange women in her house. Don’t you worry, Ruthie, I love you and I’ll find a place for you.” Ruthie murmured gently. Suddenly he heard a noise. “What’s that? Why, its Grandma. She’s an hour early. Quick, Ruthie, get out of my lap and sit on the sofa.” Ruthie trembled and looked about for an escape. She just couldn’t face Grand¬ ma. Grandma walked into the parlor. The first thing she saw was Ruthie. “What are you doing here, you spite¬ ful little cat, you little hussy! I always know when you’ve been in my house even though I haven’t caught you before. Y ' ou leave your mark on everything in my house, even on my husband. You and your sly, creeping ways!” Grandma slapped Ruthie in the face. Ruthie’s eyes gleamed in anger. She reached out to scratch Grandma with her nails. “Henry, you get her out in the street where she belongs,” said Grandma firmly. Grandpa walked to the door and out on the porch with Ruthie. Once again he realized that Grandma never liked cats. PHYLLIS MORIARTY. 63 64 Harold Cenedella, Mildred Knox, Robert DeWitt. Lucille Ragonese FRESHMAN CLASS OFFICERS President: Harold Cenedella Vice-President: Mildred Knox Secretary: Lucille Ragonese Treasurer: Robert DeWitt CLASS OF 1939 Dorothy Abbodanza, Ralph Acquafresca, Claire Adams, Dorothy Alberta, Lucy Aiearese, Leo Alteri, Antonio Alves, Margaret Anderson, Ruth Anthony, Frank Arata, Robert Ayotte, ,losephine Uasile, Robert Bell, Virginia Bernardi, Barney Biagetti, .Joseph Bianchi, Mario Bianchi, Anthony Bibbo, Donald Black, .Joseph Blackinore, Rose Blascio, Anna Bonina, George Borghi, Louella Boudreau, Walter Browne, Helen Bruno, Miriam Bullard, .John Calagione, Kenneth Cameron, Cornelia Capece, Rose Capuzziello, Ernest Carbone, .Joseph Carlson, J ' ' ' rances Car- roll, Nicholas Caruso, David Casey, Helen Cascianelli, Lena Celeste, Evelyn Cenedella, Harold Cenedella, Mar¬ garet Chapman, Arlene Chase, Amelia Cheschi, Lena Chianese, Louise Cipriani, Lillian Clarke, Dorothy Cole¬ man, Alfred Comolli, Irene Comolli, Athens Coniaris, .lames Cooney, Rose Costrino, Eleanor Covino, .John Cozzi, James Crivello, Michael Crivello, Albert Cugini, Jennie Cutropia, Rosalinda D’Alesio, George Davis, Lucy DeCapua, Michael DeCesare, Ann Deletti, Helen DeMeo, William DePalma, David DeRuvo, Ilobert DeWitt, John DiAntonio, Joseph DiAntonio, Vincent DiAntonio, Mary DiBattista, Dante DiNunzio, Arthur DiVitto, Ada Dominici, Fred Don- niui, Anna Doyle, Peggy Duridas, Robert Eddy, Gustaf Eden, Michael Eghian, Stanley Fabian, Leo Fantini, Mary Farese, Anthony Femina, Mary Ferraro, Philip Ferraro, Elisena Ferrucci, Patrick Ferrucci, William Filosa, Al¬ fred Fino, Blanche Fitzpatrick, Ljeo I ' itzpatrick, Esther Foley, Jack For.ster, Peter Frascotti, Albert Fricker, Christine Fricker, Andrew Gala, Joseph Gallerani, Bernard Gattozzi, Ijeonard Geake, Alfred Germano, .loseph Giacomuzzi, Ernest Giardini, Mario Gildone, Catherine Giordano, Josephine Gogliormella, .John Grillo. Joseph Guadagnoli, John Guglielmi, Elizabeth Guido, Francis Hachey, Gwenneth Harris, Michael laeovelli, Norma laco- velli, Anna ladarola, Carmella ladarola, Susan ladarola, Louis Jannitelli, Louis 10. lannitelli, Ijouis lanzito, Lillian Imbruno, Marjorie Jackson, Genevieve Jaskulka, Irma .Johnson, Marguerite Johnson, I’eriey .lohnson, Lay- na .Julian, Winifred Keissling, Alfred Kempton, Mildred Knox, Walter Korostynski, Eleanor Jjanzetta, I ena La- sorsa. Jennie Leo, Sylvia Leone, Charles Lombardi, Biagio Longo, .loan Luby, Helen Lucca, Eva Lucier, Arthur Macchi, Lucy Maietta, Mary Malnati, I ouls Mancini, Alfred Manella, Chester Manning, Anita Marcus, Pearl Marcus, Tillie Marenghi, Vivian Markakis, Ralph Maxfleld, Anna May, .lessie Mela, Frank Minichiello, Victor Minichillo, Anna Monaco, Alfred Mongiat, Nova Morcone, Gennario Morte, Jennie Moschilli, Edith Murray, Ste¬ phen Nadoiny, Ella Nadreau, John Neal, Dorothy Nealley, Theresa Nesta, Lawrence Niro, Gloria Nogueira, Ern¬ est O’Brien, William O’Brien, John O’Connor Conrad O’Donnell, Josephine Oliva, Leo Oliveri, John Onorato, Lena Palma, Alex Paradiso, John Paradiso, James Parente, .lames Pascoe. Jeannette Pasco, Preston Peas- ley, Raymond Peroni. George Peterson, Alfred Petrelli, Arthur Pierson, Salvator Pilla, Lena Pillarelli, Angelo Pironti, Margaret Pisarro, Lydia Piscia, Bruno Pittinari, Anita Porzio, Bennie Porzio, Edith Pratt, Wiiiiam Rae, Lucille Ragonese. Doris Richards, Esther Roberti, Mary Rogers, Dorina Rosati, Charles Jtubenstein, Claude Rus- citti, Duino Ruscitti, Nicholas Ruscitti, Dorothy Russen, Louis Sabatinelli, .John Sannicandro, Michael Sanni- candro, Michael .J. Sannicandro, Salvatore Sannicandro, Marie Santoro. Ruth Saperia, Francis Sartain, Mary Schultz, I.,ena Scirocco, Margaret Scott, Rose Segal, Fred Shackleton, Elinor Siegel, Hilda Silva, Grace Smith, Helen Smith. Arlene Sonne, Bessie Stevenson, Carl Swanson, Paul Swanson Robert Tacconi, Aldo Tarca, Leota Taylor, Leonard Tebeau, Arthur Tocchi, Robert Tocchi, Angelo Tomasetti, Alfred Tumolo, Angie Vallorie, Francis Varey, Jennie Vendetti, Leo Verelli, Helen Vignone, Concetta Volpe, Donald Webster, Sidney Werber, George White, Marion White, Richard Williams, Michael Zaolba, Beatrice Zersky. 65 FRESHMAN CONTRI GREETINGS, CLASS OF 1936! We sincerely appreciate your generosity in allowing us these pages in your annual year book. We are greatly honored to have this opportunity to display our ability. We, the class of 1939, extend to you our heartiest congratulations and also our promise to strive and uphold the high standards you have willed to us. HAROLD CENEDELLA, President, 1939. HISTORY OF THE FRESHMAN CLASS OF 1939 On September sixteen the opening day of a new school term commenced. It was in¬ deed a memorable one for our group, com¬ posed of two hundred and fifty-three fresh¬ men, with “the hay seed in our hair still uncombed. The fundamentals of high school were elucidated; we familiarized ourselves with the instructors and prepared ourselves, after premonitory advice against any con¬ temptuous comments made by the upper classmen. September thus began and term¬ inated. After the October election Harold Cenedella, assumed the title of President; Mildred Knox, Vice-President; Lucille Rag- onese. Secretary; and Robert DeWitt, Treas¬ urer. On that same day we voted to join the Milford High School Athletic Associa¬ tion, to which we paid the small monthly sum of ten cents. I am sure we will all agree unanimously that the enjoyment which we derived from the association far exceeded the meagre dues paid. I recall pleasantly the fact that we were allowed to go to Fram¬ ingham to the Framingham-Milford game at a much smaller charge than was formerly the case. In November atop the Thanksgiving turkey. Dame Cupid was perched. Her vic¬ tims were Miss Inez SanClemente and Mr. David Davoren, both members of the faculty. To them we extend our congratulations. In November Mr. Phillip O’Donnell succeeded Miss SanClemente. In December our membership in the Association permitted us to see “The Lady of the Lake”, an extremely int eresting pic¬ ture which will undoubtedly aid us when we study the book next year. When we returned from our Christmas vacation in January, we found that our previous class scheduled had been changed, and that Mr. David Davoren had left to be¬ come principal of the George E. Stacy School. When we finally recovered and became ac¬ customed to our new surroundings, Cupid took another victim in the person of Miss Florence Mainini, who in February, became Mrs. George Pyne. Again, we offer our best wishes. Miss Gertrude Webber succeed¬ ed to the position. In February the Juniors condescended to allow us inferior Freshmen to attend their social. We are duly grateful for their kindness, March found us seated in the State Theatre again. This time our association membership permitted us to see the excel¬ lent film, “The Life of Louis Pasteur.” The Chadwick Clinic visited Milford in April, and we had the opportunity to take the tubercular test. We applaud the clinic for its .work and desire to express our ap¬ preciation for its untiring efforts to help control the spread of the dread disease among the school children of America. On May eighteen the Freshmen gave a very successful social in the Assembly Hall. Everyone, I am sure, will vouch “that a good time was had by all.” At this point I take the privilege of offering to Mr. Berry, our esteemed principal, heartfelt thanks for organizing this association, from which we have derived privileges which might have been otherwise impossible. June, the most beautiful month, the end of the school term, and the excursion! Yes, the Seniors consented to our presence. We cannot find sufficient descriptive words to ex¬ press our appreciation. The final day of school, although an ex¬ citing one, found us not so happy as we had anticipated. The thought of leaving the rooms which will always hold sacred mem¬ ories, and the teachers with whom we had reached a most agreeable understanding has a tendency to lessen any emotion of joy. As we leave our old school and gaze at the new addition which is almost complete, we extend gratification to our parents whose thoughtfulness and foresight have made pos¬ sible the erecting of this fine building for us—their sons and daughters. ATHENS CONIARIS, ’39. FRIENDS What good are friends who’re with you now, When you’re up at the top. But turn around and laugh at you. When fate gives you a drop? They conie around when in great need And ask you for your help. And you with softness of your heart Give in and help them out. I’ve found some friends both good and true In sorrow and in joy. They’ve helped me through life’s darkest days And filled me full of hope anew Till all doors on earth are closed. LEOTA M. TAYLOR, ’39. 66 BUTORS’ SECTION COMMITTEE This section was supervised by the Misses Dorothy of the faculty. Athens Coniaris Louis lanzito Sidney Werber Callahan and Gertrude Webber Elinor Siegel Leota Taylor STAMP-COLLECTING The most educational and entertaining nobby of a person is stamp-collecting. Stamps are educational because we find on their faces the pictures of our presidents, his¬ torical events, and the date of their com¬ memoration. We even find maps on the faces of stamps. Stamp-collecting is a hob¬ by not only for children, but also for their elders. One of the nation’s famous collect¬ ors is the President of the United States. Another is Colonel Green, who has over a million dollars worth of stamps. The late King George of England also had a famous collection. This hobby affords much enter¬ tainment to those who pursue it because of the pleasure derived from the collecting and trading of stamps. To-day, stamp collect¬ ing is fast becoming the best liked hobby throughout the world. SYDNEY WERBER, ’39. THE JOY OF READING I steal to my secluded nook, Concealed by tall green pines. And there I settle with a book To read the charming lines. My book’s a fairy’s magic wand, Which waves me from this plane. I go into a wonder-land, A world that has no pain. God-like Odysseus suffered so And for revenge did wait And then, disguised as beggar low. Made wooers meet their fate. Cora and Uncas both lay dead. Killed by a traitor’s hand Of all this I have often read To enter fairy-land. ELINOR SIEGEL, ’39. THE AMATEUR CRAZE Amateur theatricals have taken such a firm hold on the public that professional per¬ formers no longer hold radio prominence. For a while it seemed as if there would be no end to Amateurs and their hours. “All right; All right” has become a nation-wide phrase; the gong a coast-to-coast joke. But there is a more serious side to this craze. It has helped many talented young people to realize their dreams. Before this fad many young persons did not have the opportunity to show what they could do un¬ less they had influence with some one in the theatrical world. But now, the wheel of foi’tune spins round and round and every¬ body has an equal chance. Would that there were more Major Bowes in this world of ours! ANITA MARCUS. ’39. Wouldn ' t the Shock Be Fatal If: Casey forgot to milk his cow? “Callahan forgot to say “Compositions are due on Monday”? “Coniaris didn’t prepare her homework? Cooney and DeWitt didn’t argue? Paradiso forgot to act as a “question box”? Shackleton didn’t make a funny face? Fantini came to school for one full week? Grille could really write poetry? “Imbruno weren’t bashful? Morcone stopped talking about his V-8? “Chili” lost his voice? Gatozzi wore his sweater on the right side? The school had elevators? We ever had a substitute for Miss Burns? Forster lost his Californian accent? The Freshman ball club won a game? Wouldn’t It Be Funny If: “Winchell” DeWitt weren’t inquisitive? “Bernardi weren’t always smiling? Hachey did his dreaming at home instead of in school? Werber didn’t say “Pardon?” W. O’Brien didn’t recline in his chair? Fino came to class instead of to the office? Ribbons were not in favor of C. ladarola? Dotty Russen lost her giggle? The Freshman class remained out of mis¬ chief? “Julian ran out of jokes? Rubenstein weren’t musically inclined? Mongiat weren’t a floor walker? Peroni ran out of alibis? Anita Porzio wore the same dress twice? Fabian couldn’t make Mr. Consoletti smile? The Freshmen knew how to dance? Some people didn’t know the words, “I don’t know” ? Tarca didn’t sweep the school on Fidday? 67 FACTS AND FIGURES OF ’36 Number of girls: Number of boys: Tallest girls: Tallest boys: Stoutest girls: Stoutest boy: Heaviest boys: Shortest girls: Shortest boys: Class honors: Best ticket sellers this year: Concert: Catella, 40 Beatrice Marcus, 20 Ann Peterson, 20 Largest number of athletic letters earned: Largest number of sponsors secured for O. L. I.: Largest ad secured for O. L. I.: Popular birthdays: April 1: September 8: October 12: December 24: December 25: Youngest member of the class: Perfect attendance for four years: Honor Roll for four years: Credit for many of these items is due to 76 69 Carmella Ferrucci, 5 feet, 11 inches; Jo Beccia, 5 feet, 8 % inches; Grayce Cozzi, 5 feet, 8 2 inches Harlow, 6 feet, 2 inches; Brown, Grant, Sayle, Shaw, 5 feet, 11 inches Jean Gilmore, 154; Carmella Ferrucci, 142 Hanlon Burns, 170 Ferrario, 175; Grant, 174 Marie Greene, 4 feet, 10 inches; Rose DeFransesco, 4 feet, 1094 inches Victor Piscitello, 5 feet, 1 inch; Frank Niro, 5 feet, 3 inches Lloyd Hixon; Joseph Murray; John Sayle; Sara Pressman; Roland Hixon; Lawrence Catella Season tickets: Murray, 35 Pinardi, 33 Speroni, 4; Murray, 3; Tusoni, 3 Murray, 51; Catella, 37 Gross! Camp and Murray Marie Greene and Frank Niro Grace Settanni Helen Tocci and Lucy D’Arcangelo Besozzi and Barberi Hanlon Burns—December 6, 1919 Borelli L. Catella, L, Hixon, R. Hixon, L. Luby, P. Mainini, J. Murray, S. Pressman, J. Sayle, H. Shaw, N. Bocaccino, T. DeCesare, E. Rose, M. Gandolfi, M. Diotalevi, E. Greene, A. Consoletti Mary Gandolfi H. W, S. 68 MARCH OF TIME THE MARCH OF TIME THE PROGRESS OF EDUCATION IN MILFORD By E. LOUISE MOREY The following essay presents a sincere attempt on the part of the author to narrate in an interesting but factual way the steps taken to build and develop the temples of learn¬ ing in which the youth of Milford now dwells. To Miss Nellie Dale, M. H. S. ’80; Mr. Gilbert Billings, M. H. S. ’69; Town Clerk Dennis Sullivan, M. H. S. ’83; the Reverend Julius Valentinelli, Serina Vitali, M. H. S. ’36; and Roland Hixon, M. H. S. ’36, I am greatly indebted for valuable advice, data, and genuine co-operation. I wish also to state that many of the facts herein contained were gathered from Ballou’s History of Milford, the Sesqui-Centennial Book, past Town reports, and from the files of the Milford Daily News. L. M. Little do we of today realize the rapid advance made in our local educational world since the incorporation of Milford as a town in 1780. We expect, as a herit¬ age, the large and commodious school buildings, equipped with all modern con¬ veniences, and over which preside in¬ structors of excellent training and abil¬ ity. In fact most of us are ignorant of the primitive state of the school system under which our ancestors obtained their learning. The character and determina¬ tion of these pioneers, who struggled against great difficulties and overcame them, truly merit our deepest respect and appreciation. At the time that Milford separated from the mother town, she had no school- houses as we know them today. Her classrooms at this period were the pleas¬ ant firesides of her learned citizens. These good people who had been blessed with an education in Europe gathered a group of their neighbors’ children about them and passed on the bit of knowledge which they had acquired. These schools were evi¬ dently a continuation of the dame schools which originated in England and continued as our only institutions of learning until shortly after the time when Milford be¬ came a town. The desire to educate their children has always been strong in the hearts of alert men. As soon as the pecuniary means of the inhabitants could support such action, district schools were estab¬ lished in eight different parts of the town. These districts were laid out by a commit¬ tee elected for the purpose in 1784. They were subsequently changed many times to accommodate the several families. They varied in number from six to twelve. The schoolhouses themselves were removed from time to time to different sites within the district to avoid as many controversies as possible. The oldest school of this type still standing is the former Purchase Primary built in 1832 and now occupied by Troop 3 of the Boy Scouts. The General School Committee of this period had little jurisdiction over the in¬ dividual districts. Each was a little com¬ munity itself. The management of the school was carried on exclusively by a com¬ mittee made up of the prominent men of that particular locality. The expenses of its maintenance were borne by the parents of the children who attended. In the very early times firewood was either landed gratis at the schoolhouse in gross condi¬ tion and worked into burning order by the larger boys during recess or vendued in district meeting to the lowest bidder at from one to two dollars a cord ready for the fire. In order to make the burden upon each family as fair as possible, the teach¬ ers received their board and lodging at the homes of their various pupils. The length of these sojourns was determined by the proportionate number of children of school age in each family. This cus¬ tom, known as “boarding round’’, had its decided advantages. It brought teacher, parents, and pupils together in the close relationship which living under one roof always produces. It enabled the teacher more fully to understand the character and general ability of his scholars and the home conditions under which they de¬ veloped. I gather that this circumstance greatly resembled the condition described by Irving in pen-painting the existence of Ichabod Crane. Because most of the people in Mil¬ ford at that time were farmers with large 70 families, their sons were needed at home in the spring and attended school during the winter term only. Their presence necessitated a man as an instructor. He was succeeded in the spring by a woman, whose duty it was to continue the instruc¬ ting of the girls. The great difference in the ages and ability of the students and their comparatively small numbers made no definite grading possible at this time. The children began attending school when they were about three or four years of age and attended more or less regularly until they were about fifteen. The older pupils, especially the girls, helped with the youngsters and listened to their recita¬ tions. One of our present residents who attended the local school s before this in¬ fluence had entirely died out tells of tak¬ ing her afternoon nap on one of the back benches during her first year in attend¬ ance. The Reverend Adin Ballou in his History of Milford gives a vivid first-hand description of one of the above schools— the North Purchase district school, situ¬ ated about where the Number 4 Hose House now stands, and in which he taught for two winter terms, during the years 1824-25 and 1828-29. He says: “It was of the then common fashion, perhaps thirty by twenty-five feet in di¬ mension, posts of tolerable height, with a small porch and a chimney at the north end. It had an ample open fireplace for heating purposes, which in cold weather consumed enormous supplies of wood, sometimes half roasting the nearest sitters and leaving the most distant to shiver ex¬ cept when permitted under a ‘please, sir,’ request, to take their turns for a warm¬ ing. That house would seat in the style of those days seventy-five or eighty pupils.” During the period under review, the compensation of the teachers of our pub¬ lic schools was very meagre in compari¬ son with their present salaries. In the early part of the nineteenth century the women teachers received from one to two dollars per week and their board, the lat¬ ter being “struck off” in district meeting to the lowest bidder at approximately fifty cents and upwards per week. On the other hand the male instructors at the same period received from three to seven dollars per week. Their board ranged from one to two dollars. But this district system was soon changed and improved. Under the pro¬ gressive influence of Horace Mann, that apostle of common-school education, a State Board of Education was established. By 1850 Milford shared in this epic of progress. In July of that year the school districts were reorganized, and the public schools were graded according to the specifications of the General School Com¬ mittee. So much dissatisfaction still pre¬ vailed, however, that in 1854 the districts as corporate bodies were abolished. The district school houses accordingly were taken over by the town, and their ap¬ praised valuation was paid to the various district families through abatement of their taxes. This assumption by the town of near¬ ly all school responsibilities greatly in¬ creased the work of the General School Committee and in turn relieved the dis¬ trict executives. Under this unified man¬ agement the various localities received a fairly adequate education, and the central government proved itself very consider¬ ate of the outlying schools. In 1877 the committee, with the consent of the town, intrusted many of its customary duties to the newly-appointed Superintendent of Public Schools, John W. Simonds. This office, in existence for nearly sixty years, has been most satisfactory both from an educational and from an economical view¬ point. For obvious reasons the public school system in the earlier times could not in¬ clude instruction in higher subjects. Priv¬ ate schools of varying grade were con¬ ducted and with proportionate degrees of success. An interesting fact which I learned in my research is that as early as 1769 Milford took pride in the thought that some of her sons were graduates of Har¬ vard College, although there was no high school at that time. But there was an at¬ tempt made to meet this need many years later. Milford Academy was incorporated in 1828 with a capital stock of $1,650.00. Its founders were chiefly members of the Con¬ gregational Parish who wished to estab¬ lish an institution similar to those exist¬ ing in neighboring towns. The aim, how¬ ever, did not attain the anticipated suc¬ cess. The Academy had an existence of but twelve years, at the end of which it was sold to district Number 3 at a sacri¬ fice of one-half the investment. For some time previous to 1848 the town had been under legal obligation to establish a high school. Dread of added expense and continual dispute had retard¬ ed any definite movement toward its es- 71 tablishment. In the above-mentioned year the first step was taken; a committee was named to investigate the proposition and to recommend the suitable expedient. The recommendations of the committee were accepted, and by November 1850 the build¬ ing was completed at a cost (excluding the purchase of the site) of about $5,790. At that time the population of the town was 4,8 19. The school was opened with the Reverend Elias Nason as principal and with Adelaide Scott as his assistant. The latter became Mrs. Zelotus Gleason and en¬ joyed for many years previous to her re¬ cent death in her one hundred and third year the distinction of being Milford’s old¬ est resident. Strange though it may seem, twelve years elapsed before any formal com¬ mencement program of the new high school was presented. During this time several courses were completed, but probably the small number of graduates, coupled with the difficulties encountered in further or¬ ganization prevented public graduation ex¬ ercises. The Class of 1862 was the first to be graduated. Its membership consisted of but five members. In 1866 the Milford High School Alumni Association was formed under Principal Frank A. Hill, who later became Commissioner of Edu¬ cation in Massachusetts. This association is very active today, embracing a total slightly exceeding twenty-three hundred graduates of the school. Today’s schools present a marked con¬ trast to those of 1780. They have broad¬ ened in every line of endeavor. The buildings have all been remodelled, and some new ones have been erected and equipped with the latest improvements known. A development made within re¬ cent years was the establishment of a vo¬ cational and continuation school for boys and girls in the George E. Stacy Junior High School. In the recent exhibition held by this department, many worthwhile projects were displayed, which reflected in a creditable way upon the instruction given to the pupils. Another forward step taken was the recent establishment of the Red Cross Home Hygiene Courses, given under the expert leadership of the school nurses. These courses in addition to the Mother- craft training offered for the eighth grade girls have gone far to prepare the grow¬ ing girls of Milford for their positions as future wives and mothers. Throughout all schools special instruc¬ tion is now given so that the pupil may learn to appreciate art, enjoy fine music, and develop his physical abilities. In 1892 the first music supervisor was elected. She planned the work for the regular teachers and coached the children during her visits. This work has since rapidly progressed under many able in¬ structors. The public concerts given by Milfprd’s school children vouch for the success of this project. In 1935 instru¬ mental music was instituted into the grades. The experiment has proved prom¬ ising, as at this date there are 125 en¬ thusiastic pupils enrolled. The first drawing teacher was elected in 1896. Until that time the attempts in the art line had been quite crude. The fundamentals of line and prospective were taught, and the work soon showed a great improvement. Today two teachers are em¬ ployed in furthering this study. The Supervisor confines her efforts to the Senior and Junior High schools, while her assistant instructs the grades. The ad¬ vancement in art down through the years is worthy of note and commendation. Quite early in the history of our schools, physical training was practiced under the direction of the regular teach¬ ers. Their efforts were, on the most part, untrained. During the school year 1892- 93 systematic physical training was adopt¬ ed. Today we have a special director for this purpose. He visits the schools regu¬ larly and leaves with the teachers sets of specific exercises suitable to the age and training of the children. This plan has proved very profitable. Athletics in Milford High School have likewise met with favor. Several college and professional athletes have received their first training in Milford. The base¬ ball and footbal l teams at various times in their history have reached the heights of victory and prominence. In 1935 both teams won the Midland League pennant. With the realization of a gym, basketball will probably soon be established. There are two institutions in Milford which function independently of school appropriations but are influential in the education of the Town’s children. These are appropriately called “co-operating ac¬ tivities.’’ One of them was inaugurated over twenty years ago by the Quinshipaug Woman’s club which started a system of stamp savings in the schools in order to teach thrift to the children. During the World War government stamps were sub¬ stituted. At present the Milford Savings Bank very successfully, conducts a thrift .72 savings system which creates in the child¬ ren economic tendencies. Eight years ago the 4-H Club work was started in Milford with twelve girl members. The work has so grown that last year approximately 125 members re¬ ceived their pins, which certified that they had satisfactorily completed a year’s pro¬ ject work. This organization, which is sponsored by the Worcester County Exten¬ sion Service, has brought helpful training into many homes and has started many children on the right road to happy and useful lives. In 1913 the Milford Teachers’ Asso¬ ciation was formed. Regular meetings are held each month, at which time profession¬ al problems are discussed; business with the Massachusetts State Federation of Teachers is transacted; worthy commun¬ ity drives are sponsored. The group is generally addressed by a speaker on edu¬ cational matters. This organization has proved helpful to the teachers. It gives to them easy access to modern and efficient methods of teaching, creates a sense of co¬ operation and fellowship in their midst, and benefits the pupils whose mental wel¬ fare largely lies in the keeping of their teachers. In tracing the progress of education here in Milford, the Parochial system also offers an interesting history. This train¬ ing was first established in Milford under the enterprizing influence of the Reverend Patrick Cuddihy in 1880. Sharing his be¬ lief that spiritual training should accom¬ pany secular studies, the members of the Catholic parish readily responded. The school opened under the able direction of the Sisters of Notre Dame with about two hundred girls in attendance. The under¬ taking was a great success. In 1896 the cornerstone of the primary and grammar school on Winter Street was laid. The Sisters of Notre Dame, under whom fifty- five young ladies were graduated from the high school, were succeeded by the Sisters of Saint Joseph in 1904. Boys were then admitted to the school, and a total of more than 300 pupils were enrolled at that time. The Reverend David F. McGrath institut¬ ed two free scholarships to Holy Cross for Saint Mary’s graduates. Father Grace started the movement for the new high school, and Father Riordan, his successor in 1925 continued the good work. The school has rapidly progressed in recent years and occupies a prominent place in the educational life of Milford. Many of Saint Mary’s graduates have attended highly reputable colleges and have taken their places among the successful men and women of today. Under the competent leadership of the Reverend Father Louis Fontana, a new paragraph was written into the history of the development of education in Milford, for in 1927 he founded the Sacred Heart of Jesus Parochial School here. His im¬ mediate plan called for the establishing of the first grade only. This was opened in September with a membership of thirty- five boys and girls. So successful did the venture prove that a new grade was added each year. At present the school has eight grades, nine nuns from the order of the Daughters of Our Lady of Mercy, and three hundred and thirty-five pupils. Ac¬ cording to the present pastor. Father Julius Valentinelli, whose interest and efforts in behalf of the school are highly laudable, a high school may be established to meet the needs of the children. This year marks the second graduation of the school which has been privileged for the past three years to send to Italy at the expense of the Italian government twelve boys whose high scholarship merited the honor. Five of these young men are now enrolled in the Milford High School. Perhaps the greatest step taken in the educational life of Milford was that start¬ ed on December 5, 1934 when the first tree was felled on the Town Park in prepara¬ tion for the erecting of the new Milford High School Annex. This new building, which has been erected at a total cost of about three hundred thousand dollars, re¬ lieves the over-crowded condition that has necessitated a double platoon system for the past fourteen years. The main build¬ ing was planned at the time of its com¬ pletion in 1901 to accommodate two hund¬ red and fifty pupils. Last fall the total enrollment numbered more than eight hundred. The new improvement will meet the present need, as it will comfortably ac¬ commodate one thousand pupils. The building not only is an enlarge¬ ment but also has marked advantages over the present institution. Its auditorium, called the John C. Lynch Auditorium, seats eleven hundred persons, and it is here that school functions will be held in the future. The seats may be removed to make room for the basket-ball court or dance floor. New rooms for the commercial students have been furnished on the second floor, and junior physicists and chemists will revel in the new laboratories on the third. 73 The well-balanced courses of study will continue in their improved home to train the pupils for business, college, or technical work. The divisions of study have proved very efficient in preparing the pupil for his chosen field and in develop¬ ing the aptitudes of the individual. Economics and biology will be added to the school curriculum next September. In order to make high-school life as interesting and as instructive as possible, several extra-curricular activities have been organized under members of the fac¬ ulty. These group meetings bring the pupils into a closer relationship with the teacher and each other. Extensive work along special lines has been and will be accomplished in this way. Our worthy principal and the conscientious faculty de¬ serve our heart-felt appreciation and esteem for their untiring efforts to make the pupils of Milford High School a credit to themselves and their town. We are again pleased to record that our school still enjoys its Class A rating and is thus enabled to certificate pupils to higher in¬ stitutions of learning. I trust that the remarkable progress of education in Milford is now self-evident. In the early humble, makeshift schoolhous- es of the town, our present modern system of balanced instruction had its origin and potential strength. The people of Milford, and the past and present School Commit¬ tees, who have so faithfully and earnestly forwarded the cause of education in our community, deserve and receive our sin¬ cere thanks. It is the hope of the present and future generations of Milfordians to carry on the work which they have so nobly advanced. Note: It is with the permission of the editor of Time that the title of this essay is used. H. W. S. CREATION Trees softly are sighing by blue mountain streams. Sweet perfumes the warm breezes blow; While gently above us the silv’ry moon gleams And lights up the scene that’s below. The valley is lit by the stars’ filmy beams; The night birds do happily trill. Their tones are so low that it almost does seem That elves in yon thickets do mill. Let’s hark to the rustle of great mountain pines. Now comb’d by the wind’s gentle hand. Quite darkly they loom in long serried lines Like ranks of an army so planned. Gaze into the distance and think of your God, For all this once did He create. We thank thee, good Father, please think us not odd. We’ll try, trust, and triumph with faith. ARTHUR KREISMAN, ’36. 74 ALUMNI NOTES ARRANGED BY EILEEN GREENE, ’36 We of the class of 1936 with great pleasure continue this alumni section which was inaugurated last year by our predecessors. We congratulate the members of the 1886, 1911, and 1926 classes who this year are celebrating their Fiftieth, Twenty-fifth, and Tenth anniversaries. To the representatives who have made this section possible we are indeed grateful. 1926 The class of 1926 this year passes the milestone marked “Decade.” Consisting of ninety-five members, it has contributed many of its students to different occupations. Their reunion will reveal to the mem¬ bers the few changes that have taken place within the last year. Two members have entered matrimony: F lorence Mainini is now Mrs. George Pyne, and Isabel Holbrook is now Mrs. Hiscock. Benjamin F. Consoletti this year be¬ came a member of the faculty of M. H. S. 1927 The class of 1927 is a very versatile one having in it members of all professions. The changes in occupations during the last year are Philip O’Donnell—now teaching at the M. H. S., John Lynch, Jr. working in Boston, and Myrtle Jeffrey, teaching at Amherst. The only students to join the mar¬ ried members are William MacLaughlin, and John Moschilli. 1928 The year 1928 seems to be a successful one for educational leaders. At present there are four members of our faculty, Mary Burns, Robert Cenedella, Lucy lacovelli, and Florence Snow, who belong to this class. To the other professions during the last year, this class has given but few, as most of the c’assmates have retained the same positions as they held last year. 1929 Most of the members of this class have or ai ' e attending higher institutions of learning. Realizing the necessity for edu¬ cation, most of them have pursued this course. The graduation of Miss Pearl Rose from B. U., last year gave another teacher to the staff of the M. H. S. Lewis Clark and James Sibson have both attained high posi¬ tions in the teaching profession. James has entered the marriage group by his marriage to Adelle Cugini. 1930 The following changes for this year are known concerning the members of this class. As the law profession is popular with this class, it is not strange to note that an¬ other lawyer is Fred Kirsner, who was gradu¬ ated from B. U. Law School, and has since set up a practice in Milford; Anna Smith is now employed at the Milford Electric Light Company; Harry Helfand and John O’Don¬ nell are at Harvard University. 1931 Five years have passed since the mem¬ bers of this class were graduated. Educa¬ tion leads all professions, as a large per¬ centage of the students are attending higher institutions of learning. Most of the students in the business world have kept their same positions with the exception of Florence Andrew who has become an employee of the Ann Foss Beauty Shop. The only newly mar¬ ried member is Margaret Ferguson, now Mrs. Bianca. 1932 The members of this class for the most part have retained the same positions as they had last year. The changes are very few and consist only of Marjory Foley’s gradua¬ tion from Framingham Union Hospital to private duty. Charles SanClemente and Edmund Sullivan have retained their high scholastic standing in college this year. 1933 The outstanding changes which have taken place are: Catherine Naughton, as Mrs. George Moore, has entered upon a matrimonial career; Catherine McAvoy has become a secretary in the local Welfare De¬ partment; Helen Moriarty is secretary to a local lawyer; Robert Maloney has entered B. U.; Mary Rooney has become secretary at the Industrial Bankers; and Irene Michaloski has married. 1935 Employed: Albert Bonetti, Irene Del- etti, Evelyn Donnasoni, William Foley, Anna Ford, Kenneth Foy, Winifred Gagnon, Leah Gobi, Rita Greene, Edith Marino, Minnie Markakis, Margaret McCarthy, Helen Morey, and Eva Piteo. Post Graduates: Avis Higgiston, En¬ rico lannitelli, Mildred Kunz, Antoinette Ragonese, and Malvina Tusoni. Marriage: Margaret Avakian, and Adele Gatoni. The death of Kayonoush Ohannian, the brilliant valedictorian of our class, caused great sorrow among her classmates. Her diligent work during her high school career has won for her a reward much better than any which the world below could offer. Humphrey Sullivan, Jr., the salutato- rian of the class, this year added to his edu¬ cational record by winning a scholarship to Boston University, where he is maintaining his usual high record. Robert Rivard, third honor student, after graduation entered St. Joseph’s College where he intends to study for the priesthood. L. Blaine Libbey, Jr., this year was named to Annapolis. The successes, even in a year, in this class have been numerous and varied. 75 MEMORANDA - ♦ % CONTRIBUTORS CONTENTS Security—Through Adequate National Defense Joseph E. Murray How Can the Youth of America Co-operate With Fidac to Prevent the Spread of Propaganda of International Hostilities. Sara M. Pressman The Possessions of the United States . John Sayle A Dream .. Anita Molinari The Language of Flowers . Josephine Beccia On Eating Turkey . Arthur Kreisman On the Sidewalks Of (-) . Robert Williams The Melody Family . Natalina E. Federici What Does It Get You . Frank Seldon Enigmas . Freeman Bullard SECURITY—THROUGH ADEQUATE NATIONAL DEFENSE By Joseph E. Murray The nation’s eye has been, for a long period of time, focused upon armaments, peace parleys, and Geneva. There have been agreements, if such they may be called, with England and Japan and with other nations. But these contracts of mutual assent seem to cause more strife than the causes for their creation. Nations bound by agreements are constantly sus¬ picious of each other. Many countries searching for security in a different man¬ ner declare, “Disarm for permanent peace’’; other nations just as determined assert, “Arm for security.’’ With affairs being as they are, in a state of dispute and dissension, there is but one feasible step to take in the direction of security. To disarm is suicide. Agreements are re¬ spected only until the opportunity for breaking them arises. Our policy should and must be, “Arm for national defense.’’ The foremost aim in the lives of the majority of people is security. One’s immediate ambition may be to become a great jurist or a famous surgeon. He may, however, choose the role of an aver¬ age citizen, but behind every ambition there is the dominant force which drives him toward his goal—the thought of se¬ curity. From childhood through boyhood and manhood, there are various immediate objectives to which we aspire. The school¬ boy studies his lessons. His father works daily to provide him with food, clothing, and shelter. But why do we wish to achieve these immediate objectives? Be¬ cause these duties lead like steps of stairs to our one real ambition—security. “Se¬ curity in financial matters; security in social affairs; security in any form what¬ soever,’’ is the cry of the people. There¬ fore s ecurity, our prized and coveted re¬ ward, must be guarded carefully when attained. Thus it is with a nation whose great¬ est asset is security. The country, through the medium of government, accomplishes innumerable immediate aims, such as pass¬ ing a bill for the benefit of the cotton- grower or allowing certain goods to travel untaxed to aid the manufacturer. But its purpose in passing these bills is to bestow upon its citizens a helping hand in their search for security. Therefore, we, as citizens of a great nation, prize national security above all other affairs of govern¬ ment. To acquire and retain this precious right, we will use any available means. Is it not natural that we prefer to acquire security through peaceful means? But with all the powerful nations refus¬ ing to co-operate with each other in dis¬ arming, why should one nation be like a babe pursued by a lion? The United States, a great industrial, agricultural, and commercial nation, would be quickly re¬ duced to the rank of a lesser nation if it disarmed while the other nations did not. Permanent and true security will present itself only when each nation completely disarms. This fact is clearly demon¬ strated in the question of fortifying the Canadian border. By mutual consent the United States and Canada have refrained from building any fortifications along the three-thousand mile border, and because of this the relationship between the two nations has been most friendly and amic¬ able. If the world would profit by their noble example, this would become Utopia! But, because malcontented people who are never satisfied will always exist and will therefore always bear arms, there can never be complete disarmament. This be¬ ing true, there can never be half-way measures. Straddling the issue has never resulted in any good; the question must be faced openly. This leaves one alterna¬ tive—armaments. By declaring that I favor armaments, I do not favor war. What a different thought! Armaments do not mean war. True, armaments in the hands of a bellig¬ erent nation would facilitate its entrance into armed conflict, but we of the United States take pride that we are not warlike and that we do not desire war. In our hands, consequently, armaments could sometime prevent war. This statement appears incredulous, but George Washing¬ ton, the father of this great nation, recog¬ nized this fact when he spoke to Congress in 1796 advocating an increase in our navy. He said in part, “To an active external commerce, the protection of the naval force is indispensable; but, besides this, it is in our own experience that the most sincere neutrality is not a sufficient guard against the depredations of nations at war. To secure respect to a neutral flag requires a naval force, organized and ready to vindicate it from insult and aggression—this may even prevent the necessity of go¬ ing to war by discouraging belliger¬ ent powers from committing such 78 violations of the rights of the neutral party as may first or last leave no other option.Will it not then be advisable to begin without delay to provide and lay up materials for the building and equipping of ships of war?” Human nature brings out the point even more strongly. When a bully is seek¬ ing a victim whom he might tease and taunt, does he choose the weaker or the stronger person? The answer is self-evi¬ dent. A nation strong in might and pow¬ er and arms is feared by other nations. Fear frequently brings resp ect, and if, after having attained this quality, he re¬ mains worthy of keeping it, his position is secure. We should profit by Washington’s wise counsel; we should endeavor to main¬ tain our security; we should foster our commerce, industries, and general pros¬ perity; we should not hope for security through the kindred spirit of other na¬ tions, but through our own will and power. George Washington, realizing the futility of international agreements and their consequences, advocated in a speech before Congress in 1794 the establishment and maintenance of an adequate army for the assurance of security. He said, “I enter¬ tain a hope that the present session will not pass without carrying to its full energy the power of organizing, arming, and disciplining the militia; and thus providing, in the language of the Consti¬ tution, for calling them forth to execute the laws of the union, suppress insurrec¬ tions, and repel invasions.” I feel sure that if noble Washington were alive today, he would say, “And, Gentlemen, the best way to security is through adequate national defense.” HOW CAN THE YOUTH OF AMERICA CO-OPERATE WITH FIDAC TO PRE¬ VENT THE SPREAD OF PROPAGAN¬ DA OF INTERNATIONAL HOSTILITIES ? By Sara M. Pressman, ’36 Striving in the interests of world peace, Fidac is striking at one of the most insidious uprooters of friendly interna¬ tional relations—propaganda. The mis¬ understandings and hatreds arising from propaganda of international hostilities are the very kindling sparks of war. The task of preventing the spread of nefarious propaganda is a difficult one, and the youth of America can and must co-operate with Fidac in its endeavor to check the influence of this dangerous serp¬ ent. The question is—how? When two nations are not familiar with each other, they are quicker to be¬ lieve host ile rumors than the case would be if they always considered each other in the light of friendship and familiarity. In view of this fact we must first of all help youth to gain a sense of the unity of the universe and of mankind. Against the background of a universe it is natural to think of mankind as a united group. Young people are by nature international¬ ists. Even children delight in learning about other countries. Let us teach, there¬ fore, our young people that there is no grip like that of friendship, fair dealing, and love; that our splendid America should extend the hand in good fellowship to other nations; and that mutual good will constitutes the only positive basis for material advancement and strength. Since the youth of today is to become the vot¬ er of tomorrow, we will eventually see that our international relations exhibit equity; our national safety will more perfectly be secured, and propaganda will no longer be able to carry on its deadly work. We must create a greater understand¬ ing and friendliness among the nations of the world. We must learn to think of each other as brothers, all striving toward the same goal—peace. When this idea is instilled in the minds of American youth, they will work zealously to bring the na¬ tional policies of their country into har¬ mony with the peace needs of this inter¬ dependent world; they will build a firm foundation for respect. We shall thus be immunized from the germs of propaganda of international hostilities. Youth must be taught to take a deep¬ er interest in international affairs. No opportunity should be lost to discuss cur¬ rent international issues. The young people of America should be educated in facts and accurate information on world affairs by courses in public schools and by new and totally reliable books on interna¬ tional topics. The idea of international associations of the youth of different countries should also be carried out. Through correspond¬ ence the youth of America could become familiar with the customs, habits, and character of other peoples, could exchange ideas with youths of other lands, could 79 even band together in movements for world peace. A friendly feeling of brotherhood would thereby be cultivated and maintained. The technique of circu¬ lators of propaganda is often so subtle and shifts so fast that it provides a seri¬ ous challenge even to such agencies as the Associated Press and the United Press, which conscientiously attempt to supply Americans with world news free from propaganda. It is important, therefore, for the youth of America to read maga¬ zines and newspapers intelligently and with some degree of information concerning the value of source and with an open mind. Propaganda of international hostili¬ ties, as one of the principal dangers of world peace, must be combated. And it can be done. The youth of America must help Fidac in doing so by taking a deep¬ er interest in world affairs through courses in schools and in international youth associations, thereby creating a last¬ ing spirit of friendship and familiarity. Thus world peace will be preserved. THE POSSESSIONS OF THE UNITED STATES ' By John Sayle (Third honor student of the Class) During the past seventy-five years the United States has acquired territory which is important to her commerce, useful to her industries, and almost necessary for her maintenance as a world power. These possessions are widely scattered over the face of the globe. The largest of them, the Territory of Alaska, is situated in the northwestern part of North America. Island possessions lie in the Caribbean Sea and in the Central and South Pacific Oceans. The Canal Zone stretches across Central America. We have, in all, a varied collection of lands: arctics and tropics, mainland and islands, moun¬ tains and plains; and in these scattered lands are found various races of people with different customs, ideas, and occupa¬ tions. The vast peninsula of Alaska, occu¬ pying the northwestern portion of our continent, was purchased from Russia in 1867 by Secretary Seward for $7,500,- 000. With the exception of Russia, the territory is larger than any European country. It is no more of a polar country than are Norway and Sweden, which lie in the same latitude, although at the time of its purchase it was thought to be a polar waste and was called “Seward’s folly.” The clima te is varied; the interior has great extremes of temperature with less rain fall than the coast, which has a pleasant climate. This ideal climate of the coast is due to the Japanese current. Alaska is mountainous with high plateaus. The “Panhandle” and Saint Elias Range have thousands of glaciers. The central plateau or continental Alaska, extending north and east of the coast range, is a vast plateau, constituting prac¬ tically the whole basin of the Yukon. This river rises in northwestern Canada and flows through central Alaska to the Bering Sea. Its lower parts are abundant in sal¬ mon and provide an important industry for the Alaskans. In from the coast range Mount Whitney sends its snow¬ capped summit over twenty thousand feet into the clouds. There are a score of ac¬ tive volcanoes in Alaska; in 1912 Mount Katmai provided one of the greatest eruptions in history. Marine animals are of great import¬ ance to the Alaskans. The home of the fur seal is the Pribilof Islands; the value of sealskins taken here is over ten times the price paid by the United States for Alaska. The United States has passed laws to protect the seals on these islands. Due to the present scarcity of whales, the whaling industry is no longer so import¬ ant as it was in the early part of the nine¬ teenth century. Fishing is the only means of support for a large number of Alask¬ ans. Salmon, herring, cod, and halibut are caught in nearby waters. Of these salmon is the most important. One of the largest salmon canneries in the world is located on Kodiak Island, and that indus¬ try has steadily increased since its es¬ tablishment in 1878. Agriculture is in its early development. Cattle raising is be¬ coming a flourishing industry around Cook Inlet and other sections where native grasses grow in profusion. Nearly all of the large gold mining camps are in the Yukon basin or on the Seward Peninsula. Copper production is increasingly import¬ ant, and tin and antimony are also mined. Trade and commerce are confined largely to the exportation of raw products and the importation of manufactured goods. The Territory has been self-govern¬ ing since August, 1912. Its Legislature, composed of a Senate and a House of Rep¬ resentatives, meets in the odd-numbered years. The governor is chosen by our 80 President and may veto any act of the Legislature. The laws passed by the Legislature must be approved by our Congress before they become effective. The Hawaiian Islands are called “The crossroads of the Pacific.” What name is more api)ropriate? Western ocean routes from all points of the compass converge here. Strung out in an almost straight line are the twenty islands, over two thousand miles from the nearest mainland. These islands are mountainous and vol¬ canic; some are inhabited, some are not. Hawaii is the largest island and is noted for its lofty volcanoes. It is the only one that is actively volcanic. The islands are covered with tropical vegetation and have abundant rainfall. Cooled by the prevail¬ ing northeast trade winds, the climate is always warm and seldom too hot for com¬ fort. All tropical and sub-tropical fruits and vegetables are grown on the islands’ fertile soil. Honolulu is the capital and chief commercial port of the islands. Various races from the nearer islands and mainland live here and are engaged in scores of occupations. The chief industry is the production of cane sugar, of which the Hawaiians export large amounts an¬ nually. The growing and canning of pine¬ apple is also an important industry on the islands, although the value of this export is only about one-half that of sugar. Ranching is carried on quite extensively, and the Hawaiian Islands have their share of bee-keepers. The governor is the chief executive officer of the islands and is appointed by our President with the approval of the Senate. His term of office is for four years. Only residents of the islands are eligible for appointment. The Legisla¬ ture consists of the Senate and the House of Representatives. A delegate to Cong¬ ress at Washington is elected every two years. Until recently the group of over seven thousand islands comprising the Philip¬ pines was a dependency of the United States. In March of 1934 President Roose¬ velt urged Congress to pass measures to secure Philippine independence. Later in the month Congress passed a bill which provides the recognition of Philippine in¬ dependence after a ten year common¬ wealth government with a Filipino chief executive. The islands are now a com¬ monwealth and in ten years will become a republic. The capital is Manila, a healthful and well-organized city on the western coast of Luzon, the largest and most im¬ portant island. Manila has an excellent harbor and is the principal port of entry of the Philippines. Luzon is the most northern of the group of islands and has the greatest number of inhabitants. In its northland inland, tribes of head hunters are found. On all the islands head hunting was a popujar pastime until Western civilizaton came along. The islands are mountain ranges ris¬ ing out of the sea and are connected with each other by submerged mountains. They have active volcanoes and innumer¬ able rugged spurs. The shores are fringed with coral reefs, and the islands are abund ant with reptiles and beautifully colored birds and flowers. Shells and jewels from the pearl oysters prove a valu¬ able resource. Some pines grow on the mountainsides, but otherwise the vegeta¬ tion is typically tropical. The islands are rich in undeveloped mineral wealth. Ter¬ raced hillsides produce large crops of rice. The Filipinos export sugar, copra, coconut oil, desiccated coconut, abaca, cordage, tobacco, and cigars. A beautiful and productive island of the West Indies came into the possession of the United States at the close of the Spanish-American War. This was Porto Rico, the most densly populated island of the Greater Antilles. The island is small¬ er than the state of Connecticut; it is one hundred miles long and about thirty- five miles wide. San Juan, the capital and chief seaport, is situated on a coral reef off the northern coast. It is connected with the mainland by a bridge and causeway and is the only fortified city on the island. A range of mountains from two thousand to four thousand feet high stretches from east to west across the length of the island and slopes down on both sides to the level coastal lands. The mountain soil is very fertile and produc¬ tive. The northern lowlands are well watered, but the southern have to be ir¬ rigated. During July, August, and Sept¬ ember severe hurricanes reap destruction and hinder agriculture. Most of the natives are engaged in agricultural pursuits and in fishing. Sugar and tobacco are the leading crops; coffee, which was the original product as¬ signed to the island by Spain, is next in importance. Bananas, pineapples, oranges, grapefruit, and coconuts are important exports. Practically all of Porto Rico’s exports go to the United States; practi- 81 cally all of her imports are from the United States. The island elects the members of its Legislature, makes its own tax laws, and retains all local revenue. A narrow strip of United States ter¬ ritory stretches across the Isthmus of Panama. This is the Canal Zone, about forty-seven miles long and ten miles wide. The Panama Canal runs through the central part of this territory. The Re¬ public of Panama granted the United States this territory by treaty only a few days after the republic gained its inde¬ pendence. According to the treaty the United States is granted the use, occupa¬ tion, and control of this region for nine hundred and ninety-nine years. Our gov¬ ernment paid $10,000,000 at the time with a yearly rental of $250,000. The zone is under the control of the War Department. Its governor is appointed by our Presi¬ dent. The Virgin Islands of the United States are a group of mountainous islands in the West Indies. They were purchased from Denmark in 1917 for $25,000,000. They are only sixty miles east of Porto Rico, and the hills of the latter are visible on a clear day. The group consists of three main islands: Saint Thomas, Saint Croix, and Saint John together with sev¬ eral rocky islets. Sugar, cotton, and other warm climate plants are grown on Saint Croix. The largest of the islands. Saint Thomas, is important as a commercial center rather than as an agricultural land. The islands are used as coaling stations and ports of call for ships bound for Panama; they are governed by the De¬ partment of the Interior. Guam and the Midway and Wake Islands are on the trans-Pacific air route and are ports of ca,ll between America and the Philippines. They are under the supervision of the Navy Department. American Samoa is also under the Navy Department. Samoa is to the south and serves as a naval and coaling station. Its capital, Pago Pago, is one of the most valuable harbors in the South Pacific. Thus we see how these possessions stimulate our industries, form markets for our manufactures, and provide us ‘w ifh many of our necessities; how our Pacific islands form a life-line for our trans¬ pacific airway service, and refuel our Pacific fleets. It is not difficult then to realize that we could not prosper with¬ out them. A DREAM By Anita Molinari, ’36 Owing to the fact that my topic does not specify a particular kind of reverie, I shall write about a day-dream, which I always recall pleasantly. Although I am inclined to believe that the majority of people know what I mean, I shall ex¬ plain my interpretation of it. Day¬ dreaming is the act of musing idly while fully awake. I have often been told that day¬ dreaming is bad, for it might lead to lazi¬ ness. But one must know when to day¬ dream. He must also know the best way to do so. Day-dreaming to me is a sort of relaxation after a hard day’s work. Ever since I was old enough to feel some ambition and desire to have a definite aim in life, I have enjoyed this harmless pastime. I have always been interested in music and dancing. You will experience no difficulty then in guessing that this dream was centered on these two inter¬ ests. I knew from the start that I could never become a musican because I had never had the opportunity to study music. One must spend many years in study to become an accomplished musician. Nor had I ever studied dancing. But nature had given me a lithe body, a quick step, and a keen ear to follow music. Oh, but one must have more than these to receive recognition as a famed dancer. While I was aware of all these facts, I created a vivid dream, which although practically shattered today, still soothes me when I think about it. When everything goes wrong, there always is contact with Mother Nature. As far back as I can remember, the woods had an enchanting appeal for me; it was here that I found refuge from the rest of the world. Here everything seemed to understand me. The tall trees, with their high swinging branches, and the green grass that permitted me to rest my weary body upon its soft blades silently under¬ stood. The birds who sang softly and sweetly among the leaves of the trees filled my soul with such joy that I find no words adequate enough to give expression. Here was God with all His wonders helping me to see the light. My tired lids eventually closed, as my mind became absorbed in happy idle fancy. The trees became the tall pillars of a great stage. The little shrubs and bush- 82 es became the scenery. The singing of the birds was the concert music, and the grass was a soft carpet for the stage. Dressed in an appropriate costume, I ap¬ peared on this beautiful natural stage, and dancing to the sweet notes of the music, I imagined myself as being one of the world’s greatest dancers. When the performance was over, my audience of God’s little creatures applaud¬ ed me with great enthusiasm. My heart was filled with sweet joy, for in my dream I was all that I hoped to be. As an en¬ core I thanked God for giving me so much to live for. I relaxed, forgot my pains, and was once again able to carry on in the real world which I then faced with renew¬ ed courage. This dream has lived with me for many years and still commands a favor¬ able place in my memory. My love for the woods and everything connected with nature has taken a more mature aspect, and I am now able to appreciate with more understanding all God’s creation. THE LANGUAGE OF FLOWERS By Josephine Beccia, ’36 “In Eastern lands they talk in flowers. And they tell in a garland their loves and cares; Each blossom that blooms in their garden bowers. On its leaves a mystic language bears; Then gather a wreath from the garden bowers. And tell the wish of thy heart in flowers.’’ Percival. The language of flowers is, I think, the most beautiful in the world, and the most universally known. Fowers have a beautiful language of their own. How charmingly and with what eloquence a gentleman can speak to a lady in this de¬ lightful language. How delicately she can respond, the beautiful little flowers tell¬ ing her tale in perfumed words. What a delicate story of love the rose or the myrtle tells. What an unhappy one the basil or yellow rose reveals. Flowers are wreathed round the cradle, the marriage altar, and the tomb. The Cupid of the ancient Hindoos tipped his arrows with flowers, and today, orange blossoms are a symbol of the bridal crown. Flowers should deck the brow of the youthful bride, for they are in themselves a lovely type of marriage. They should twine round the tomb, for their perpetual¬ ly renewed beauty is a symbol of the Res¬ urrection. They should adorn the altar, for their fragrance and their beauty ascend in everlasting worship before God. Now let us walk in imagination through a beautiful garden and learn the language of flowers. Truth and sincer¬ ity are symbolized by the white chrys¬ anthemum and garden chervil; simplicity and innocence by American sweetbriar and the daisy; peace and regard by the olive and the daffodil; love and beauty by the rose. I once knew a sweet, tiny, white-haired lady whose son was killed in the war. They both had been very fond of flowers, and whenever she felt lonely and sad, she would sit in her garden, and with the aid of her flowers, would travel down memory lane with her son to the happy days of long ago. When you wish to send a message of love, sympathy, or courage; a word of greeting to a parent, sweetheart, or friend, say it with flowers, the most beautiful and fascinating language ever known. ON EATING TURKEY By Arthur Kreisman, ’36 0 ye immortal Olympic Gods, harken unto my prayer and give it cognizance. Give me this day to feast upon the flesh of that most divine and heavenly of fowl: the turkey. ’Tis with dire misgivings and great forebodings of evil that I watch the prepa¬ ration of what will be my annual orgy of bacchanalism; or do I mean gluttonism? What if the chefs should in any way im¬ pair the delicate flesh of the thrice-blessed victim? Oh inconceivable horror! Woe would be unto me and mine. Ah! At last, it has come through the last rites safely and soundly. It ap¬ proaches my lair. Voila! It is before me. For ten full minutes I sit and gaze in raptured admiration at this rhapsody in golden brown. I summon all my grim de¬ termination and resolutely detach a plump savory section of the bird. Impaling it on the gleaming four-pronged instrument of demolition, I bring it up in a semi¬ circle until the luscious morsel is parallel with the advance guard of my masticat¬ ing forces. I inhale deeply the aromatic fragrance of the streaming bit; then 83 sighing and taking a deep breath, I allow my twenty-eight juggernauts of destruc¬ tion to embed themselves firmly into the soft and yielding flesh. My temples throb. The blood in my body sings and surges upward in mad waves of Epicurean exaltation. Already, I can feel the calor¬ ies flowing down my greedy gullet. Look¬ ing into the mirror opposite me, I see my eyes flashing with the brilliancy of mighty Orion or far-off Aldebran. Now, the in¬ troductory ambassador of the acme of feathered creatures has passed the wide- open portals of the royal road to abdo¬ minal happiness. At last I have achieved paradise. Wise indeed was this sage who wrote, “Heaven, I’m in Heaven.” Nay, not only wise, but he must also have partaken of the true king and overlord of all gourmets—he to whom all bow in sincere and adoring wor¬ ship. Let me propose a toast: “Messieurs, I give you the outstanding scion of the plumaged tribe. Wassail.” ON THE SIDEWALKS OF — By Robert Williams, ’36 One day as I was waiting for a bus, I heard a man say in a blustering voice, “And that is what’s wrong with the country today.” I knew then that I was in the august presence of a group of those distinguished gentlemen who are known as sidewalk politicians. On street corners, in doorways, and in almost any place these statesmen gath¬ er and hold their conclaves to decide what should be done about “What’s wrong with the country today.” From dawn till cur¬ few their one unselfish aim in life is to lament on the sad state of politics. They even neglect their personal welfare and disdain any form of employment, explain¬ ing that they don’t want to cheat some other chap out of a job. This commend¬ able altruism on the part of the street- corner statesmen oft goes unappreciated by some sordid men who would rather work for a living than devote their time to the interest of the country. These skeptical individuals greatly under-estimate the worth of these martyrs of the minority. These doubting Thomases refer to their unvalued benefactors as the kibitzers in the political game, the dead wood in the forest of governmental management, and the hot air of political perdition. Ordinary, everyday men call the alley way ambassadors “as impotent as dish¬ water coffee.” I must admit that this simile has some measure of truth in it. Not holding any political offices them¬ selves, the doorway diplomats find consid¬ erable difficulty in convincing those who do of their viewpoint. This is the sand in the spinach of their existence. The criticism of those whose sufferings they constantly strive to alleviate cuts them to the quick. Yet, like all great humanitar¬ ians, they realize that they must carry on in the face of adversity and scorn. Some day, they say, the country will be filled with statues of them instead of the “No Loitering” signs of today. The persons who regard them contemptuously will be sorry they did not value these philanthrop¬ ists. Too late their senses will tell them that all their misfortunes, including the weather, are due to political mismanage¬ ment. If they had been given the attentive ear instead of the hostile eye, this country would have no cold waves, no rain except when required, and plenty of work for everyone except themselves. THE MELODY FAMILY By Natalina E. Federici, ’36 Perhaps there is nothing so fascinat¬ ing, inspiring, and soothing as music— music that can make one feel like tossing all troubles to the winds; music that can make a person tingle with the joy of liv¬ ing; music that can relieve the tension caused by the hustle and bustle of this work-a-day world of ours. In short, music “makes the world go round,” as the lyric writers say. Let us, then, drop in on the Melody Family. Presiding over the household in regal majesty is Mother Opera. She worries over stirring incidents of life— heart-breaking and real. She glitters in pomp and splendor. Opera! She is, in¬ deed, the kind mother of the Melody Fam¬ ily. Then there is Mr. March Melody, who arouses deadened patriotism in the hearts of men, and who leaves them with a light and buoyant feeling. He makes old people feel young and reminiscent. Ah yes, he too is a splendid character. Mr. and Mrs. Melody have many children. There is Ballad, the eldest son; Scherzetto, the lively son; and Melodia, 84 the pretty daughter of all moods. There are the twins, Rhumba and Tango, who resemble their Latin-American ancestors. The family has a number of younger children, familiarly known as the Popular Tunes. There is the charm¬ ing daughter, Waltza, whose grace and simplicity inspire romance in the hearts of many hopeful gallants. But alas! Even the Melody Family has a black sheep. Yes, the youngest son, who was to have been the pride of his Mom and Dad, has chosen the wrong road. You know him, of course, for his name is Jazz. Even as a very young child he practically lived among the pots and pans and was fas- inated by the sound of the covers. Jazz was in his glory when Mom was on tour. He would frequently invite Harmony and Rhythm to join him and ramble among the kettles, which they would jangle, clang, and bang to their heart’s content. So intrigued was Jazz, that when he grew up, he developed a sort of choppy syncopation from the sounds of his child¬ hood pantry friends. Unfortunately, he has dragged most of the younger genera¬ tion with him. WHAT DOES IT GET YOU? By Frank Seldon, ’36 One is always hearing about the dif¬ ficult and novel feats which certain strange people perform in order to gain fame and publicity. Most of these are so silly that they arouse in the heart of mankind a cer¬ tain feeling of pity for the poor, deluded nit-wits who perform them. The intelli¬ gent man is disgusted with the nature of most of these exploits. Let me state a few specific examples to illustrate my point. A newsreel portrayed a man who, upon request, would drink approximately eight gallons of water. After a small fire had been kindled just for this purpose, he would perform a realistic impersonation of a hose, and heave the fluid until the blaze was extinguished. The only pos¬ sible excuse for performing this feat is that there is a faint interest aroused in the spectators. I may be antedeluvian, but I really believe that having firemen ex¬ tinguish a fire is more practical in the long run. There is probably no better example of a mistaken sense of the importance of these feats than the case of the foolish fellow who took it upon himself to ride a bicycle across a cable stretched over the Grand Canyon. To make sure of not be¬ ing outdone in the future, he played The Star Spangled Banner on a mouth organ at the same time. This is a very awkward way to travel from one side of the Canyon to the other, and I can certainly think of better times and places to play the mouth organ. Please bear in mind that it is very awkward to stand in recognition of the national anthem, while situated in such a precarious perch. However, he did it. But what did it get him? Recently the world was thrilled when the announcement was made that Sir Malcolm Campbell, the famous speed driv¬ er, had driven approximately 301.55 miles per hour in his super-powerful automo¬ bile, the Bluebird. Not one of the people who were thrilled at the time seems to know why he did it. The irony of the mat¬ ter is that though Campbell courageously risked life and limb to establish this incredible record, no one, not even himself, seems to benefit today by his act. In the first place no one wants to travel that fast; in the second place no one is so per¬ mitted. You remember, I am sure, about the man who dived from a perch one hundred feet in the air into a tank of water ten feet square and about six feet deep. Well, why on earth did he do it? If he wanted to bathe, couldn’t he have climbed into the tank? I wonder. And now, dear reader, before serious- Iv thinking about becoming a human fire extinguisher, a speed demon, or a wash¬ basin diver; just ask yourself this simple but volume-speaking question, “What does it get you?” ENIGMAS By Freeman Bullard, ’36 An enigma is one of those things by which people are fooled, but which they just can’t resist. Some individuals are gluttons for punishment anyway, but that’s beside the point. During the tell¬ ing of an enigma one has an excellent op¬ portunity to dust away the cobwebs on his brain by some purely logical thinking. Oh yes, it must be logical. There are certain points which must be observed in the creation of a well-de¬ veloped enigma. A good enigma should 85 be as abbreviated as this year’s bathing suit, as simple as one of Aesop’s fables, as cunning as a fox with a rabbit, and as baf¬ fling as the retrieving of a collar button from under the chiffonier. There is, however, a certain orthodox procedure to follow whenever anyone at¬ tempts to spring one of his so-called fast ones, which, mayhap, you’ve heard only six or eight times before. But you are still compelled to listen again. If you know the answer, shout it out at the top of your lungs before anyone else accomp¬ lishes this feat. The correct answer, of course, is always conceded to the person who yells the loudest. The law of aver¬ ages proves this. If you don’t know the answer, there is a satisfactory course of action to follow; adopt a superior, sneer¬ ing attitude, shrug your shoulders and say, “Who cares?’’ or “What’s the differ¬ ence?’’ You’ll be surprised at the consola¬ tion which this brief sarcasm will afford you. You will always find it handy to have a few enigmas stored up in your own va¬ cant mind. They are quite beneficial in helping to pass the time away (unless you doodle) during a boring, tiresome, love scene at the theatre. These seem to be in any picture you see regardless of time, place, or religious belief. If you start some of these brain teasers which you are supposed to have stored up in your mind, you will find that you are the center of ad¬ miration both of the audience and of the management. When you give the answer, you’ll have the whole theatre and man¬ agement bursting their sides at the sim¬ plicity of the brain-twisting, mind-warp- ing enigma, or you’ll be greeted with com¬ plete silence. But don’t let that discour¬ age you, for silence is the mark of perfect approval. I take for granted of course, there will be no such vulgarities as the rude, impolite, and disconcerting Bronx cheer, or the ear-splitting, nerve-racking, intermittent crackles of peanut-shell heav¬ ers from the gallery. In conclusion may I state that I have my carefully thought-out, delved over, and formulated and extremely well-balanced theory: “If you don’t like to be baffled by enigmas, there is something wrong with you—you should see a psyciartrist. If you like them, it is even more urgent that you positively see one.’’ SHAKESPEARE’S ENGLISH If Shakespeare’s characters lived today, I wonder what they all would say. Would they in voice so deeply quote Those famous lines that bard once wrote? Or would they ask in snappy tones, “Hy’a there, how goes it. Rattling Bones?’’ Would they too speak as we do now— In slang, and not with thee and thou? Forsooth they’d not so speak, I think. Their brows would lift; their eyes would blink. For were they not well-learned men. And should we not be learned then? GRAYCE L. COZZI, ’36. 86 ACTIVITIES Pauline Maiiiini. Betty Llbbey, Helen Cahill, Barbara Power DAVID GARRICK DRAMATIC CLUB President: Betty Libbey, ’36 Vice-President: Pauline Mainini, ’36 Secretary: Helen Cahill, ’37 Treasurer: Barbara Power, ’37 The David Garrick Dramatic Club re¬ organized with a membership of eighty juniors and seniors. An interesting feature of the meet¬ ings was the portrayal of tableaux depicting memorable scenes from familiar dramas which represented various historical per¬ iods from the Roman and Grecian era to the modern age. But perhaps the most outstanding ac¬ tivity was the club’s presentation of the one act play ’Op-0-Me-Thumh in the Massachusetts Drama Day Contest, held at Huntington Chambers Hall in Boston on April 4. By presenting this offering we were one of eight schools participating for the opportunity to enter in the New Eng¬ land Finals held at Manchester, New Hampshire to choose the champion high school play. The Club’s performance was not fortunate enough to win this coveted honor but was favorably regarded by the judges. Rita Morey received the medal awarded by Emerson College of Oratory to one member of each cast for outstanding individual acting. At the present writing the plays for the annual program are in rehearsal. To Miss Sadie A. O’Connell, our faculty director, we extend sincere gratitude. Respectfully submitted, HELEN CAHILL, Secretary. 88 89 Bill Werber, ’37 (Horace Greensmith) ; Helen Cahill, ’37 (Amanda) ; Rita Morey, ’37 (Celeste) ; Ethel Bagley, ’37 (Rose) ; Evelyn Abbondanza, ’37 (Clem) ; Josephine Beccia, ’36 (Madame Didier) � Oi c u cd 0) o Di 0) O irt V O) M fc- ni ° H GO of W eS O “ P « O hJ o .„- § 1 i td o K a a o Pi CO 0) ' 7 ' cd U cd J2 • o ' Q Ph O [j-i J (U I Xi 0 cd O O ' V OJ u cd a o o O a cd ' ' D a o o • O — cd a a o ■ • bi3 fi.S •-s 1 , a ni ' TO • - ' ff! fc 90 George Wolfe, Chester Hixon, Anthony Faradiso, Valentino Candela Seated: Regina Cassasanta, Pauline Ohannessian, Margaret Scott, Mary Kalenda, Ethel Bagley, Evelyn Calabrese, Lawrence Catella. Perley Johnson, Victor Minichiello, Glenn Kizer THE MILFORD HIGH SCHOOL ORCHESTRA Under the competent direction of Ben C. Lancisi, Jr., ’23, another successful sea¬ son was completed by the school orchestra, which was organized in the early part of the school term for the third consecutive year. Its membership was composed of thirty selected members of the four classes. The program which follows was ably presented in Town Hall on the evening of Friday, May twenty-second before a large and enthusiastic audience. PROGRAMME On to Plattsburg—March . Lowe Mosaic—Overture . Seredy Passing By Mountains Mr. T. Harold O’Keefe, tenor . PurceH Rasbach Bohemian Girl—Selection . Balfe Carnival of Venice—Accordion Solo . Pietro Alfred Standook, ’37 La Traviata—Selection . Verdi Trees—Trombone Solo . Rasbach Valentino Candela, ’36 Le Reve—“Manon” . Massenet Una Furtiva Lagrima—“L’Elisir d’amore” . Donizetti Mr. T. Harold O’Keefe, tenor Favorite Songs—Medley . Arr. Lancisi Boy Cadet—March . Werber Forward March . Brockton Stacy School Band America MEMBERS OF M. Violins Charles Cooney, Mary Kalenda, Regina Cassasanta, Margaret Scott, Pauline Ohannesian, William Werber, Michael Zaloba Trumpets Glen Kizer, Victor Miniehiello, Perley Johnson Saxophones Anthony Platukis, 4, James Cooney, Stephen Nadolny Trombones Valentino Candela, 1, 2, 3, 4, Chester Hixon, 2, 3, 4, Antonio Paradiso H. S. ORCHESTRA Clarinets John De Saivia, Frederick Mainini. Michael lacovelli, Charles Rubenstein Piano Evelyn Calabrese, Lawrence Catella, 1, 2, 3, 4, George Wolfe Banjo Ethel Bagley, Robert Mancini, Lawrence Catusi Horns Robert Scott, Michael Costrlno, 1. 2, 3, 4 Percussion Blaine Libbey, Jr. 91 Arthur Delfanti, Herbert Shaw, Lawrence Catella, Eleanor Dunton JUNIOR SCIENCE CLUB President: Herbert Shaw, ’36 Vice-President: Arthur Delfanti, ’36 Secretary: Eleanor Dunton, ’37 Treasurer: Lawrence Catell a, ’36 The Junior Science Club, an organiza¬ tion now in its sixth year, offers to those Juniors and Seniors who are members of either the Chemistry or the Physics class¬ es an opportunity for the study and dis¬ cussion of many topics that time does not allow the consideration of in class. The club this year has been particu¬ larly active as the result of the great in¬ terest and enthusiasm of its officers, who have worked hard in arranging programs and securing speakers. Radio, amateur and professional, was the chief interest this year. John Co- stantino, an enthusiastic radio amateur, was the leader in the discussions. The club made several field trips and entertained guest speakers. The social side was not neglected, as a Christmas party and May soiree were held and en¬ joyed by all. Fred A. Metcalf, Faculty Advisor. 92 standing: Lawrence Catella, Christine DeCesare Seated: Sara Pressman, Arthur Kreisman, Betty Libbey, Pauline Mainini LE CERCLE DE JEANNE D’ARC President: M. Arthur Kreisman, ’36 Vice-President: Mile Christine De Cesare, ’36 Secretary: Mile Sara Pressman, ’36 Treasurer: Mile Pauline Mainini, ’36 Music Director: M. Lawrence Catella, ’36 Librarian: Mile Betty Libbey, ’36 Le Cercle de Jeanne D’Arc was re¬ organized in September, 1935 under the faculty supervision of Miss Margaret Pianca of the French department. At each meeting a program of French songs and poems was arranged and pre¬ sented by the members of the Club. These meetings were carried on entirely en francais. The Club attended une soiree at Bos¬ ton University, College of Liberal Arts in November and again in April. A play was also witnessed at Wellesley College. On each occasion a delightful time was en¬ joyed by all the members. The annual picnic held in June proved most successful. We wish at this time to express our sincere gratitude to Miss Pianca for her efforts toward the success of the Club. Mile Sara M. Pressman, Secretary. 93 Herbert Shaw, Lawrence Catella, John Sayle, Mildred Kunz DER DEUTSCHE VEREIN President: Herr John Sayle, ’36 Vice-President: Herr Herbert W. Shaw, ’36 Secretary: Fraulein Mildred A. Kunz, ’35 Treasurer: Herr Joseph E. Murray, ’36 Music Director: Herr F. Lawrence Catella, ’36 Librarian: Fraulein Malvina A. Tusoni, ’35 The activities of the German Club have been numerous this year. Because the Club has only twelve members, it has been able to accomplish much more than the prescribed course demands. During the year, die Klasse has studied enthusiastically the literature, history, and customs of das Vaterland. On several occasions, the Club has enter¬ tained guests with a resume of the songs and poems which were committed to memory. At Easter, the members sent greet¬ ings to eine deutsche Madchen with whom they had corresponded. As in previous years, the activities of the Club were concluded in June when our capable and generous supervisor enter¬ tained the members at a picnic. To those whom we leave we say, “Auf wieder sehen und Gluck auf.” Respectfully submitted, Fraulein Mildred A. Kunz, ’35 Secretary. 94 Anita Consoletti, Charles Calcagni, Adelaide Piteo, Esther Petrini DANTE CLUB President: Signor Charles Calcagni, ’36 Vice-President; Signorina Adelaide Piteo, ’ 38 Secretary: Signorina Anita Consoletti, ’36 Treasurer: Signorina The Dante Club was organized in 1933 among the members of the Italian lan¬ guage classes. An official insignia in the form of a pin was established last season. During the year, each member ad¬ dressed the club either in Italian or in English on some subject pertaining to Italian life, art, history, or literature. Lectures were given by the Reverend Julius Valentinelli, Signora Elda De Renzi of the Italian Consulate in Boston, and by Dr. Nicholas J. Capece. The third annual Christmas Party was held in the Assembly hall and proved Esther Petrini, ’37 to be even more enjoyable and entertain¬ ing than the previous ones. An attempt is being made this year to present two one act plays and various sketches in Italian. This is an ambitious project, but we are hopeful of satisfac¬ tory results. The success of the club this year is due to the combined efforts of Miss Martha Molinari, Assistant Supervisor, and James V. Zurlo, Faculty Supervisor. 95 Roselyn Kurlausky, Joseph Knox, Arlene Seuter, Betty Libbey THEO-HARMON CLUB President: Joseph Knox, ’36 Vice-President: Elizabeth Libbey, ’36 Secretary: Roselyn Kurlansky, ’36 Treasurer: Arlene Senter, ’36 The years 1935 and 1936 marked another successful period in the history of the Theo-Harmon Club, capably directed by Miss Helena F. Swift, Supervisor of Music. The club adhered closely to its objectives, inasmuch as its energies were devoted largely to the study of the theory and harmony of music. The outstanding social event of the year was our journey to Boston on March 24. We were dinner guests of Miss Swift at the Copley Plaza and were then privi¬ leged to witness the splendid performance of Verdi’s Aida at the Boston Opera House. Prior to this, regular class periods were turned into open forum, during which enthusiastic conversations on Aida and other great operas were held, in order to make us better acquainted with famous musical works. Friendship and a fine spirit of co¬ operation were the keynotes of our success. Roselyn Sandra Kurlansky, Secretary. 96 ATHLETICS Q P a m P P 3 M P o O P o CO 05 t-H LO CO o xn ffi N W w p p ij d o a cd p tUD a o CO o O o fl o D fl (rf ft CO H p d m o -a p p ' d O Q p cd cc: 98 Second Row : Manager Grille, Calagione, Santoro, Acquafresca, An. Ferrario, Macchi, Pe terson, Malnati, Ruscitti, Bertorelli, Coach Steeves Front: Kreisman, Borelli. Cugini, Al. Ferrario, May, Barberi, Capt. Pinardi, Rizzi, Tusoni, Dillon, Delfanti, Grant. Costantino FOOTBALL NOTES By Salvatore Tusoni, ’36 Due to the lack of veterans and the difficult schedule facing his team, Coach Steeves issued the call for football candi¬ dates two weeks prior to the opening of school. The use of the Town Park grid¬ iron was limited to games only, because the Park Commissioners felt that a few practice sessions on that plot would ruin its chance of ever having a blade of grass grow on it. This notice caused Coach Steeves a great deal of trouble, for he not only had to assemble a new team, but he also had to find a bit of turf on which to show his wares. A new field, however, was located on Medway Street, and with a little bit of exertion on the part of each candidate, a group of forty-five boys was soon assembled. After a week of intense practice, the Coach wielded the axe for the first time, and the squad was cut to thirty-five mem¬ bers. Of the group remaining, only four letter men were from last year’s squad. This year was no exception to the rule that a graduation—joyful in many respects, not in others—robs a squad of many valuable players. But energy and perse- verence were outstanding among the candi¬ dates. An intense battle was waged for first string positions. These were finally landed by Captain Edward Pinardi, Alex Ferrario, Carl Barberi, Louis Rizzi, William Grant, Arthur Peterson, Arthur Delfanti, Alfred Santoro, William Werber, Salvatore Tusoni, and Angelo Ferrario. This was the group to represent the Red and White when they tangled with May¬ nard on September 30. In the space allowed me, and with the hope that many happy memories will be perpetuated, I shall endeavor to relive some of our encounters. September 30— Maynard at Milford. Milford, fielding a green team and using the same eleven men for the entire game, held a much heavier and more ex¬ perienced Maynard team to a scoreless tie this afternoon on the Town Park. The visitors were completely outplayed, but lack of experience on Milford’s part pre¬ vented a score. The Red and White showed a strong defensive nature, but a green backfield failed to click in the pinch¬ es. Milford was twice held on downs with¬ in the Maynard five-yard marker in the closing minutes of battle. However, a tie is better than a defeat, and the experi¬ ence gained in the contest should help in the coming game with Marlboro. October 12— Milford at Marlboro. A strong Marlboro High team was defeated by Milford by a score of 13-10. The Red and White showed a greatly im¬ proved offense, and the same strong de¬ fense showed in its last game. Milford made manifest her ability to come from behind in order to chalk up the victory. The Ferrario boys and Bill Dillon starred for the locals. Touchdowns were made by Dillon and Tusoni. October 19— Milford at Norwood. The string of victories was severed today by a strong Norwood High team on Norwood’s home ground. Norwood made use of her pass interceptions and convert¬ ed them into scores. Captain Eddie Pi¬ nardi received a slight concussion in the contest and was kept on the side lines for the next few games. His loss was great¬ ly felt because of the lack of a suitable substitute guard. The final score was 25-8, but the game was not so one-sided as the score suggests. Tusoni scored Mil¬ ford’s touchdown on a pass from Angelo Ferrario and a twenty-yard run to the goal line. Sim Rizzi, who played a great defensive game, was credited with the other two points after blocking a kick. OcTORER 26— Milford at Natick. Milford traveled to Natick only to re¬ ceive the short end of a 13-7 score. The locals had a bad case of jitters, and Natick took advantage of this. The loss of Captain Eddie Pinardi was sorely felt, be¬ cause the Natick team hammered away with great success at the center of the line. Sully Tusoni scored his third touch¬ down in four games after sharing a Natick pass on the fifty-yard marker and gallop¬ ing fifty yards for a score. Sim Rizzi and Horsemeat Ferrario played a great de¬ fensive game. 99 November 2—Hudson at Milford. An over-confident, undefeated Hudson High team rolled into town expecting to swamp a smaller Milford High team. But the Hudsonites met their Waterloo. Al¬ though Milford was outplayed until the last five minutes of the final fourth quart¬ er, the insertion of Bill Werber into the local’s backfield seemed to put new life into the team. This marked the beginning of a fifty-eight yard march, which resulted in a score and victory. Much credit for the team’s success goes to Charles Espanet, the sophomore quarterback, who engine¬ ered the drive and threw a pass to Bar- beri for the score. Killer May replaced Espanet and threw a pass to Tooty Peter¬ son for the final point of the game. The two tackles, Ferrario and Rizzi, played the same strong defensive game, while Espa¬ net, Barberi, Werber, and Dillon showed up well on the offense. November 11—Milford at Framingham. After starting its usual slow game in the first half, Milford staged a great come¬ back in the second. But it could not over¬ take a hard-running Framingham team. The final score was 7-0, in favor of our opponent. This clearly defines the nature of the close battle. Framingham scored in the second period but was unable to penetrate the Milford defense after that; in fact, she was held to a net gain of fifteen yards for the entire second half by the ever-watchful Milford tackles. Sully Tu- soni led the Milford attack by ripping off considerable yardage throughout the bat¬ tle, but not without the help of Fred Cug- ini, who contributed a number of timely blocks. Barberi’s punts kept the enemy at bay on numerous occasions, and once again Rizzi and Ferrario, aided by Pi- nardi, smacked over the enemy runners. November 16— Milford at Attleboro. Milford took a long ride to Attleboro today—so long that she received a defeat of 25-7. The game started off with a bang. Milford received the kick off and shunted the pig skin to a near score. At¬ tleboro, however, held on the one-yard line, and the progress for the day was ended as far as Milford was concerned. Attleboro, sporting a highly-trained pass¬ ing attack, literally passed the locals out of the picture. The Red and White scored on a pass from Espanet to Acqua- fresca, and Cugini tallied the other point. The only thing that appealed to the lads in Attelboro was the swimming pool in the Y. M. C. A. Oh, yes, we can’t forget “Killer’s” entertaining manner as we left for home that day. His songs and stories enlivened many dull moments. November 23— Clinton at Milford. We are quite elated today. And why shouldn’t we be? Milford clinched the Midland League Pennant by smashing out a victory over a strong Clinton High team. We played our steadiest and most alert game of the season. It must have been our love for pennants which inspired us, who knows? The score came in the first period after Sim Rizzi recovered a loose ball on the Clinton twenty-yard line. From that point, two rushes by Delfanti and Tusoni netted six yards. With the ball on the fourteen-yard line. Sully Tusoni smashed through the center of the line and escaped from the clutches of the Clinton secondary and scored erect. After the touchdown, Milford played a strictly de¬ fensive game, refusing to take any chances whatsoever. The feature of the game was a seventy-three yard boot by Carl Barberi. Needless to narrate, this took the heart out of the Clinton team. November 28— Walpole at Milford. For the first time this season, Milford entered the game as a favorite. She was entered as the under-dog in every other contest. The final score was 14-0, but numerous scoring opportunities were passed up by the locals. Carl Barberi made the first touchdown on a nineteen-yard jaunt, and Sully Tusoni scored the second on a sixty-one-yard dash through the en¬ tire Walpole team. Nearly every sub saw action in this contest. Even Pat Borelli had his chance. Captain Eddie Pinardi, Alex Ferrario, Sim Rizzi, Bull Grant, Pat Borelli, Bill Dillon, Bullet Barberi, Art Delfanti, Creeper Cugini, and Sully Tu¬ soni of the lettermen played their last game for the Red and White. Graduation again will claim its victims, and Coach Steeves will have to start all over again next year in order to produce a good club. We wish him the best of luck and extend our appreciation and thanks to him for his many efforts in our behalf. STATISTICS. Total points . 61 Points against . 86 Games won . 4 Games lost . 4 100 102 Second Row: Feccia, Andreotti, Dion, Anderson, Ferrario, Berry, Acquafresca, Parente, Ferguson Front: Barberi, Cornacchia, Harlow, Besozzi, May, Capt. Speroni, Grillo, Murray, Tusoni. Coach Steeves BASEBALL NOTES Arranged by Salvatore Tusoni April 29. Walpole at Milford. Milford, using the squeeze-bunt to a great advantage, defeated a strong Walpole High team 8-5. Most of Milford’s runs were scored in the closing innings of the game after she had trailed her opponents for seven innings. Ferrario was in the box for Milford and showed promise of having a brilliant season. Captain Speroni and Joe Murray starred at bat, and Leo Parente, the newly converted short-stop, fielded his position like a veteran. “Horse- meat” Ferrario hit a homer over the left field embankment. May 2. Milford at Norwood. Norwood High received a surprise set back from a grim and determined Milford High team by a score of 15-13. The game was a loosely played affair with each side contributing eight miscues to the cause. The locals’ defensive play was very poor and only the timely hitting of the Red and White thumpers, aided by costly Norwood errors, salvaged the contest. “Bud” Dion turned in a fancy bit of relief twirling after Cornacchia and Anderson were shelled from the mound. Grillo, Speroni, and Tusoni led the local stickers with a triple and two singles each. Murray poled out a homer. Maj ' - 6. Clinton at Milford. After allowing but three hits in eight frames, “Bud” Dion faltered in the ninth and allowed Clinton, who had been trail¬ ing six to one, to score six runs and sweep into a seven to six lead. Things looked black for a time, but Joe Murray opened the ninth with a smashing single. Tusoni then hit a round tripper and scored the deciding run. Once again “Horsemeat” Ferrario, our pitching ace, proved his ability to hit in the pinches. Grillo, Mur¬ ray, Tusoni and Ferrario hit hard for Milford. May 9. Milford at Framingham. Milford High, with a four run attack in the final frame, managed to clutch a Bay State League encounter from the grasp of Framingham High by a score of 7-4. The locals out-hit Framingham 10- 5 but left fourteen men stranded on the hassocks and as a result, trailed her op- ponets 4-3 into the final frame. “Horse- meat” Ferrario limited the Framingham sluggers to five base knocks, but costly er¬ rors by the local infield nearly cost him the contest. Grillo, Murray, and Nigro led the attack for Milford with two hits each. May 11. Wellesley at Milford. Milford turned back Wellesley 11-8 after the locals had spotted the visitors a five run lead in the first five innings. The local infielders played very listless ball and made a number of costly errors which re¬ sulted in enemy runs. Milford pushed across nine runs in the closing innings on a barrage of basehits and a few Wellesley errors. “Killer” May, who caught his first game for Milford, made an excellent show¬ ing behind the plate. Parente smashed out three singles, while Tusoni poled out a homer and a triple. May 13. Milford at Maynard. A surprise setback at the hands of a supposedly weak Maynard team toppled us from the ranks of the undefeated today. Milford started its usual slow game and found itself on the short end of a 6-1 score by the end of the fifth frame. The locals awakened in the seventh and eighth innings and knotted the count at six all. Eight speedy well played innings followed before Maynard chalked up the winning tally. Grillo, Tusoni, and Ferrario hit hard for Milford, while Leo Parente flashed afield. May 15. Milford at Natick. Milford received its second setback at the hands of Natick High 6-2. This was the first loss in the Bay State League for the Red and White. Captain Speroni star¬ red for Milford. He figured in both local runs when he scored one and singled the other across the platter. Sperry collected three of Milford’s eight hits, while Espanet and Tusoni collected two each. The Mil¬ ford bats were silent, because of the high powered pitching of the Natick ace, John Inferrere. Milford still retains a slight lead in the League, however. 103 HBj ■H n B3|| 1 f 1 S rff 1 ' ) 4m r«« U L Mm - - 3 |5q p ' 7—H j -AJ May 16. Hudson at Milford. “Horsemeat” Ferrario hurled clever ball to turn back Hudson High, Milford’s chief rival for the Midland League Pen¬ nant. The final score was four to two. Each team made seven hits, but two neat double plays by Milford choked off some budding rallies. Frankie Berry and Leo Parente contributed perfect squeeze bunts to the Milford cause, and Grille and Parente singled in the other two tallies. This victory gives Milford undisputed possession of the League leadership. May 18. Milford at Wellesley. For the first time this season, Milford High spared Coach Steeves a few gray hairs at Wellesley’s expense. It was Mil¬ ford’s second win over Wellesley, and one of the features of this game was the scarcity of miscues committed by Milford. Anderson labored on the mound for the locals and twirled a good brand of ball. Ferrario hit three singles, while Captain Speroni and Chris May clipped a double and single each. May 20. Marlboro at Milford. Milford retained possession of the Mid¬ land League leadership after she defeat¬ ed Marlboro 9-8 in a loosely played game on the Town Park. The locals were fortun¬ ate to overtake Marlboro in the closing in¬ nings after the visitors got away to an early lead by virtue of Milford’s costly er¬ rors. “Horsemeat” Ferrario and Captain Speroni led the local hitters with three and two hits respectively. May 23. Framingham at Milford. Framingham toppled Milford from its perch atop the Bay State League by smashing out a 9-4 victory. Milford’s inability to come through in the pinches cost them the game, because at least thirteen men were left stranded on the bases. Grille and Parente provided some fancy ball hawking on the defense, while Speroni, Grille, and Ferrario starred at bat. (Milford now one-half game behind Norwood in Bay State League standing.) May 25. Natick at Milford. Natick defeated Milford for a second time today 10-8. The visitors hit hard in the opening innings and got away to an early lead which Milford could not over¬ come. Coach Steeves discovered a new star in Bernardi, who not only hit a homel¬ and single, but also pitched one-hit ball in the final frames. May 27. Maynard at Milford. Joe Grillo, Milford’s star left fielder, smashed out two homers and two singles as Milford romped to a 13-4 victory over Maynard, the only team to defeat Milford in the Midland League thus far. The local infielders committed one error in the en¬ tire game which is quite an improvement over the customary seven or eight per game. MILFORD VS ST. MARY’S Milford humbled St. Mary’s 6-1 before the customary large Memorial Day crowd. “Horsemeat” Ferrario labored on the mound for Milford and looked very impres¬ sive as he set down the enemy batters. He gave up only ten widely scattered hits and was at no time in difficulty. Leo Parente, who handled eight chances at short, stood out defensively. Grillo, Tusoni, Espanet, and Parente were outstanding at the plate. In the second game played on June 6, the Red and White again triumphed by adding up a 5-4 victory. According to our good friend, Jake Broudy, “these two games were among the best ever played by these two unswerving rivals. . . . The town scho¬ lastic baseball title and the right to cher¬ ish and polish the Daily Neivs cup for the coming year were won by the Milford High.” LATE FLASHES June 1—Milford 13; Norwood 4. June 3—Milford 5; Marlboro 4. June 8—Milford 4; Walpole 0. VALE As a reward for her splendid showing in both the Midland and Baystate Leagues, Milford received an invitation to compete in the State Championship Tournament held in the National League Park in Bos¬ ton. Competition in the Bay State League was very keen, Milford, Framingham, and Norwood were running neck and neck up to the very end of the season. Since Mil¬ ford was entered in two leagues, and since she had played one of the most grueling schedules in the state, the tourney judges selected her as the representative of the South Central Zone of Massachusetts. A true compliment to our team. Coach Steeves was very pleased with his team this season and believes that, un¬ less the boys become victims of stage fright, they can uphold the name of Mil¬ ford against some of the best clubs in the state. 106 HUMOR r STATIC (A one-act play) Scene: A large hall, at the end of which is a brilliantly lighted stage where we see Major Rowes with his pet micro¬ phone. There is a piano upstage left. The hall is crowded with people. Time: Sunday evening, May 25, 1950 at eight o’clock. Place: New York City, R. C. A. Building. The Major comes forward, and the program is about to be broadcast. The studio manager nods his head. Major: “Good evening. Folks. Well here we are in New York again with a brand new set of amateurs. We have so many of them that I think we shall begin at once. Here is the first one— Henry Bullard. What do you do Henry?’’ Bullard: “I-ah-ah I play novelty numbers on a-ah tennis racquet.’’ Bullard plays, the crowd goes wild, and Bullard has to be taken away by a police guard. Major: “And now. Ladies and Gentlemen, we have a golden soprano with us to¬ night—Miss Lillian Luby. What will you sing Lillian?’’ Lillian: “I’ll sing Home on the Range, Major.’’ Lillian entrances the audience. After the number, she sings seven encores and is placed with circuit One in San Fran¬ cisco. Major: “Here, my Friends, I have John Sayle who will give a humorous dia¬ logue.’’ Sayle: “M-m-ah-er-ulp-uh.” Major: “Thank you, John, that was love¬ ly. Now may I present the guest artist of the evening, Joseph Knox—say a few words Joe.’’ Joe gives a sermon on intemperance, after which he sings Psalm 937. Major: “Ah, very touching, Joseph. You know. Folks, I went to school with Joe, and I’ve always admired his ideals.’’ At this point something falls out of the Major’s coat. The Major picks it up, grins sheepishly, and then mutters something about a bad cold. Major: “Well we must get on with the program. Here are Shaw and Mur¬ ray. You’re comedians aren’t you boys?’’ The boys: (In unison) Yes,, Major.” Major: “Well go right ahead.” Murray: “Say, Herb, baseball is a funny game isn’t it?” Shaw: “How so?” Murray: “Well, the lad who strikes out for himself gets no credit for it.” Shaw: “Is that why they wouldn’t let you play?” Murray: “Oh, all right! How about the time when you struck out.” Shaw: “Huh, that wasn’t my fault.” Murray: “What do you mean, not your fault?” Shaw: “It was the blanked pitcher. No matter where I put that bat, he just couldn’t seem to be able to hit it.” Murray: “Say do you know where I saw the Major last night?” Here the Major turns red, and quick¬ ly rings the gong. The boys go sadly off the stage. Major: “And now we have Grossi, the wonder boy. Let’s see your act, Vin.” Grossi: “It really isn’t an act. Major. Ac¬ cording to the dictionary, an act is the doing of something. As a point of law I don’t actually do anything, I merely make use of my vocal chords.” And so on for about twenty minutes after which Vin finds out that his allotted time has elapsed, and he must leave the stage. Major: “And here is Miss Morey, the girl with the most remarkable mem¬ ory I’ve ever seen. What do you re¬ member, Louise?” Louise: “Well, I can remember the bin- onial theorem and rule thirty-one from Woolley’s Neiv Handbook of Composi¬ tion. Major: “Quote rule thirty-one please.” Louise: “Each, every, people and other adverbs are plural objects agreeing with the verb in gender and—” Here a horrified shriek is heard in the audience and a tall, well-groomed man is seen hysterically waving his hands. Louise takes one look at him and rushes wildly off the stage. After the uproar has sub¬ sided, the Major goes on. Major: Let me introduce Lloyd Hixon, the chemical genius.” Lloyd bows and recites. Lloyd: “Johnny was a chemist. But now he is no more. For instead of drinking H20, He drank H2S04.” Thunderous applause. Major: “And now Fred Feccia will give us a solo.” As Fred comes up on on the stage a woman’s figure rises from the audience 10 and looks at him accusingly. She carries a number of French books under her arm. Fred stares at her and then sings. Fred: “Haunting me, why are you haunt¬ ing me?” He walks off the stage as the Major comes forward with Miss Pressman. Major; “Here is a girl whose specialty is answering questions. Now Sara take three, double it, multiply it by five, add six, take the square root of your answer, subtract two, square it, divide by eight, what is your answer?” (All this in a rapid-fire voice) Sara: “Two.” (Ed. Note:—The answer is correct— don’t bother doing the example.) Major: “Now who wrote Xenophon’s Anabasis?” Sara: “Xenophon.” Major: “Marvelous. What was the ruler of the Russians called?” Sara: “The Czar.” Major; “What was his wife called?” Sara: “The Czarina.” Major: “Now, what were his children called?” Sara: “Czardines.” Major: “Splendid, splendid.” Burns enters with a violin case and comes up to the Major. Burns: “May I have a try-out Major?” Major: “What do you do?” Burns: “Pm a butcher.” Major: “No, I mean what do you wish to present to the audience?” Burns: “Oh, I play a musical meat cleaver.” Major: “All right, go ahead.” Burns takes a meat cleaver from his violin case and begins to play, but the gong rings. Burns turns on the Major, who promptly scrambles onto the piano. Burns: “Why did I get the gong Major?” The Major tries to climb up the wall. Major; (smirkingly) “Oh, just an old custom, you know, we give you one thousand dollars if you get the gong.” Burns: “Oh, that’s better.” He throws away the cleaver, which collapses when it strikes the floor. The Major suddenly realizes that it is made of rubber. He slides off the piano with a thump. Burns departs. Major: “Now we have with us a poet¬ ess—Miss Mainini.” Pauline: (reciting) “I think that I shall never see An elephant lovely like a tree, But the Brooklyn Bridge is what gets me So who wants coffee at two thirty?” The audience goes into convulsions, murmurs of “genius,” “classic,” and “re¬ markable” can be heard from every corn¬ er of the hall. Major: “All right, all right. Now we have Betty Libbey the great dog au¬ thority. Are you married Betty?” Betty: “No, my fiance said he didn’t like my dog biscuits.” Major: “Oh well, such is life Betty, but now tell us about dogs.” Betty: “The dog is an animal. He has four legs and two eyes, sometimes he has fleas. (White-haired professors can be seen writing rapidly in little notebooks, while the owners of dog kennels nod their heads in agreement and show astonishment at Betty’s knowledge.) The dog is also man’s best friend because he can’t ask you for money. He barks, breathes, eats, and drinks. Sometimes he’ll give you his paw and carry a paper in his mouth.” The Major drew himself up to his full height, but I don’t know what happened next because the alarm clock rang and ' woke me up. I dashed out of the house, books in arm and hurried to school. WE CONVERSE WITH OUR PRINTER Time: Anytime. Place: M. H. S. for us;—street for him. Atmosphere: Haste and anger. She: “Hello. Yes, this is 000. Well, Mr. B. is very busy now. May I take the message ?—” We explain the purpose of our call. “I’m sorry, but I guess you’d better speak to Mr. B. I’ll call him for you.” We wait—and—wait. We hear the sound of presses; of papers being crumpled; of voices. And then— “Oh, what is it now? I’m right in the middle of some rush work. Can’t you call a little later? Well, what is it then? We: “The galley-sheet is filled with er¬ rors. We told you always to place a comma after Lily.” He: “That isn’t necessary.” We: “Well, we claim it is, and it must be there.” He: “You’re too particular.” We: “Thank you.” He: “Who ever told you that a comma should precede and when words are in a series? I call it a mark wasted.” We: “I guess you and Woolley disagree.” 109 He: “I never heard of him. Whom did you say?” We: “Woolley—Edwin C. Woolley, Ph.D. He is the author of the New Handbook of Composition, which explicitly states on page 176, rule 223, that the prac¬ tice of omitting the comma before the conjunction is illogical and is not fav¬ ored by the best modern usage.” He: “Oh, sugar, I bet that man didn’t have a hair cut since he was born!” We: “Tut, tut, Mr. B. He’s only a pro¬ fessor of English, you know. He: “I don’t give a hang who he is. Say listen I’m rushed right now, and if you want the 0. L. 1. out on time, you’d better not mind such triviali¬ ties.” We: “They’re not trivialities. You have your ideas; we have ours.” He: “Is that all? I’m telling you the book won’t be out.” We: “Oh, yes, we think it will.” He: “Well, I bet you the best ice cream soda you ever had that it won’t. Good- by.” Who won? Time will only tell. THE PERFECT FACULTY By Vin Gross! Principal . . Wallace Berry Office Girl . ... Claudette Colbert Football Coach . . George O’Brien Dean of Girls . . George Brent Dean of Boys . . Arlene Judge Music Professor . . Bing Crosby Chemistry . . Paul Muni Physics . . Gene Raymond French . . Fifi Dorsay English . . Clive Brook History . ... Charles Laughton Baseball . . Babe Ruth Art . . Alice Faye Commercial Studies .. . Jack Oakie Band . . Benny Goodman Orchestra . . Paul Whiteman CLASSROOM ECHOES Disgusted Teacher: “This is the worst recitation I’ve ever had. I’ve already done most of it myself. Mr. Berry: “Celeste, how many times have I told you to come to school on time?” Celeste: “I don’t know. I thought you were keeping score!” Miss Ford: “Was that just a care¬ less mistake?” Miss Libbey: “No, I copied wrong.” Mr. Moran: “Give the genus of son” Pinardi: “A female person.” (Since when did you wear skirts, Eddie?) Speroni had been causing much trouble in the Chemistry class and Miss Ford asked: “Are you a junior, Speroni?” Speroni: “Yes, my father’s name is Louis too.” Miss Ford: “Murray, what is the formula for water?” Murray: “HIJKLMNO.” Miss Ford: “What are you talking about? Do you think this is a kinder¬ garten?” Murray: “Well, didn’t you tell us yesterday that it was H to 0?” Miss Ford: “How do you recognize this gas?” Shaw: “It’s colorless!” Mr. Higgiston was drilling his class in the principles of subtraction. “Now if you subtract twenty-five from thirty- seven, what’s the difference?” “Yeah, that’s what I say,” answered one of his pupils. Teacher: “It gives me great pleasure to give you seventy in History.” Compagnone: “Why don’t you give me ninety . . . and have a swell time?” Teachei: “Have you done your out¬ side reading yet?” Pupil: “No, it was too cold!” Mr. Higgiston: (At 0. L. I. meet¬ ing) “Can anyone think of any probable sponsers?” Shaw: “Yes, I’ve got a few sus¬ pects !” One Senior thought that the na me of our yearbook was the Oak, Leaf, and Ivory. When Mr. Moran attempted to correct him the following conversation ensued: Mr. Moran: “Lily, lily—What do you get at Easter time?” Pinardi: “Eggs!” 110 Soph: “What did he say to Mr. Berry when he was expelled?” Frosh: “He complimented the school on turning out such fine men.” Shaw: “I just knocked my Math exams cold ...” Miss Ford: “Really?” Shaw: “Yeah, below zero!” Can you supply the authors? “Papers off the floor, please!” “Question?” “Get it?” “Souvenz-vous bien!” “It’s only the lazy ones . . . n’est-ce pas?” “We’ll have the room in order, please.” “Notice how things go in threes?” “It’s too bad you have no manners.” “Give your thoughts no tongue.” “How my boys can make mistakes!” “Honi soit qui mal y pense.” “Did you check it?” “Shakespeare—and the dates.” EXCHANGES P. G. demonstrating experiment: “First I’ll take some sulfuric acid; then I’ll take some chloroform ...” Chorus: “That’s a good idea!” One: “I’m suing my English teacher for libel!” The other: “Why?” One: “He wrote on my theme, ‘You have vague relatives and faulty anteced¬ ents.’ ” Pupil’s Query: “How long can a per¬ son remain unconscious and still be alive?” Teacher: “How old are you?” Even his best friend wouldn’t tell him ... so he flunked the exam! The curfew tolls the knell of parting day; A line of cars winds slowly o’er the lea; A pedestrian plods his absent-minded way... And leaves the world quite unexpectedly. Shoemaker: “Here are the boots for your new expedition. Were you satisfied with the boots I made for the last trip?” Explorer: “Quite. They are the best boots I ever ate on an expedition.” Absent-minded Professor: “Didn’t I meet your brother a few minutes ago?” Guest: No sir, that was I.” Absent-minded Professor: “Well, well. Extraordinary resemblance, isn’t it?” A STUDENT’S PRAYER (a la Grant) Now I lay me down to rest,— To study hard I’ve tried my best; If I should die before I wake. I’ll have no blooming test to take. RECESS Scene: A group of boys talking. Pinardi: “Those two boys look like brothers.” Murray: “Yes, Eddie, they’re twins.” Pinardi: “Which one is the oldest?” Teacher: “Is Candella a musician too?” Knox: “No, he’s in the orchestra!” Found—A roll of five-dollar bills. Will the owner please form a line at the north entrance of the school? Catella (arrested for speeding) : “But, your honor, I’m a Milford High School boy.” Judge: “That doesn’t excuse any¬ body!” Miss Pianca suggests that you save your fiction for the Oak, Lily, and Ivy and not try to pass it off for translation. Pinardi— I Could Learn My A, B, C’s. Candela— Life Is a Song. Senior Class— Soon. Camp— Restless. Seldon— Reckless. Compagnone— Clouds. “Harrington— Go Into Your Dance. Sayle— Alone. Catella— I’m Putting All My Eggs In One Basket. Tyndall— Tormented. Harlow— Shootin’ High. Knox— Goody, Goody. Feccia—7 Don’t Want To Make History. Piscitello —Lights Out. Speroni —Wake Up And Sing. Murray— On Your Toes. “Federici— She Shall Have Music. Shaw— You’re The Tops. “Libbey— A Little Bit Independent. “Senter— Lost. “Marcus— Let Yourself Go. Ill EDITOR ' S LETTER Dear Reader: We, the class of nineteen hundred thirty-six, have finally completed our four years of high-school training. During this period there have been many class¬ room and extra-curricular experiences which we all hope to retain in our mem¬ ories for many years. In this edition of the Oak, Lily, and Ivy we have endeavored to recall them as vividly as possible. We wish to express our appreciation to those whose generous aid and helpful ad¬ vice have made this publication possible. Especially do we thank Mr. Frank C. Rerry for his co-operation and interest, Mr. Harold M. Moran, under whose guid¬ ance the publication has developed into its present excellence, Mr. James A. Higgiston and Miss Margaret M. Pyne for the com¬ petent manner in which they have handled the financing of the project. We take great satisfaction in knowing that our class has produced this volume without leaving a deficit in the treasury. At this point we also express our obligation to the mer¬ chants, townspeople, and students who have aided our publication through their sponsorship and advertisements. It is pleasant to relate that we now have a cir¬ culation of three hundred and eighty-five copies. Important factors in the production of a volume of this nature are originality, dependability, initiative, co-operation, and business ability. The selection of students for membership on the Oak, Lily, and Ivy Committee is a recognition of these quali¬ ties as well as a reward for excellence in scholarship. We feel extremely fortunate in having been given the opportunity to aid in the compilation of this chronicle of our school life and have enjoyed the ex¬ perience of working together toward its completion. We wish to comment on the splendid art work which was competently executed by Roland and Lloyd Hixon, art editors. They have worked out the idea of progres¬ sion, the general theme of our book, through the medium of vessels which have gallantly fought the seven seas since the first traces of civilization. Our feature, the March of Time, gives, we think, a complete record of education in Milford from its earliest to its present status. For this article we are indebted to Louise Morey of the literary staff and to those persons mentioned in the note pre¬ ceding the article. Within each new publication of the Oak, Lily, a7id Ivy new ideas and addi¬ tions are embodied. Its development has grown from the time of its inauguration. In keeping this thought in mind, we are presenting a new cover design which, we trust, will be used as the standard cover for future publications. Our chief aim, however, in producing this book is to perpetuate the memories of our undergraduate days in the Milford High School. We shall feel that our work has not been in vain if a few of such ex¬ periences are happily recalled. Sincerely and cordially yours. Editor-in-chief. 112 ADVERTISERS r f2onio%± an, SPONSORS 1936 The Class of 1936 expresses its sincere thanks to the following friends and firms whose generous contributions have helped to make this edition possible: Mr. Alrorin O. Caswell Mr. and Mrs. Frank C. Berry Atty. Henry D. Barbadoro Mr. Frederick T. Cahill Mr. Charles F. Curtin Mr. and Mrs. George Grayson Mr. and MrSj. William J. Moore Atty. Nathan Rosenfeld Miss Mary L. Burns Miss Eva L. Burns Miss Dorothy Callahan Miss Josephine M. Calarese Miss Marie C. 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Taylor Mr. and Mrs. Salvatore Testa Mr. and Mrs. Geo. E. Thayer Mr. and Mrs. Giacomo Tocci Mrs. Concetta Todino Paul Trautwein Son, Range and Fuel Oil Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Trotta Miss Trudell Mr. Pat Tusoni Salvatore Tusoni Mr. and Mrs. Clifton Tyler Mr. and Mrs. James Tyndall Mr. and Mrs. Clarence W. Taylor Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Vernon Mr. Arthur Vesperi Mr. Chai ' les J. Vesperi Virgie Earl Co. Mr, and Mrs. Arthur Vital! Mr. John Waldron Mr. and Mrs. J. Allen Wallace Mr. and Mrs. Charles L. Woodward F. W. Woolworth Co. The Woman’s Store 116 Northeastern University VD Day Division COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS Offers a broad program of college subjects serving as a foundation for the under¬ standing of modern culture, social relations, and technical achievement. The pur¬ pose of this program is to give the student a liberal and cultural education and a vocational competence which fits him to enter some specific type of useful employ¬ ment. COLLEGE OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Offers a college program with broad and thorough training in the principles of business with specialization in ACCOUNTING, BANKING AND FINANCE, or BUSI¬ NESS MANAGEMENT. Instruction is through modern methods including lectures, solution of business problems, class discussions, professional talks by business ex¬ ecutives, and motion pictures of manufacturing processes. COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING Provides complete college programs in Engineering with professional courses in the fields of CIVIL, MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, CHEMICAL, INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING and ENGINEERING ADMINISTRATION. General engineering courses are pursued during the Freshman year; thus the student need not make a final decision as to the branch of Engineering in which he wishes to specialize until the beginning of the Sophomore year. Co-operative Plan The Co-operative Plan, which is available to the students in all courses, provides for a combination of practical industrial experience with classroom instruction. Under this plan the student is able to earn a portion of his school expenses as well as to form business contacts which prove valuable in later years. Degrees Awarded Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Science For catalog or further informarion write to: NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY MILTON J. SCMLAGENHAUF, Director of Admissions BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS 117 SINCE 1873 THIS STORE HAS SPECIALIZED IN WELL KNOWN, RELIABLE CLOTHES for MEN and BOYS MORSE-MADE CLOTHING and other high grade makes— Interwoven Stock¬ ings—Mallory and L. H. Hats—Arrow and Hathaway Shirts—Cheney and Botany Wool Neckwear—Carder Wor ' k Clothes—Madewell Underwear — Spauld¬ ing Sporting Goods. ci lotHING MIUPORD, MASS. For over 6o years - dependable ffll|arUj0rraft HIGH GRADE PRINTING 43 EXCHANGE STREET MILFORD, MASS. COMMERCIAL PRINTING BOOKS PAMPHLETS WEDDING STATIONERY EMBOSSED AND ENGRAVED EFFECTS SPECIAL ATTENTION GIVEN TO HALF-TONE-WORK This Book was printed hy (El arlriirraft Prraa CIRCULARS 118 F Business Training for Young Men and Women Burdht College 156 STUART STREET - BOSTON, MASS. Telephone Hancock 6300 Tf nnot w Business Administration Accounting Executive Secretarial Shorthand and Typewriting Business, and Finishing Courses One and Two Year Programs. Previous commercial training not required for entrance. Leading col¬ leges represented in attendance. Students from different states. 58th year begins in September Write or Telephone for Day or Evening Catalog •: l lacement service . free to graduates 1478 emptoym«at caf}« received and 9.14 posi¬ tions filled in 1 35. Compliments of. INTERSTATE STATE THEATRE MILFORD, MASS. 119 THE ENGRAVINGS FOR THIS BOOK WERE MADE BY THE ADVERTISERS ENGRAVINe COMPANY 126 DORRANCE STREET PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND Compliments of. A FRIEND 120 STONE FURNITURE CO. K A GOOD PLACE TO TRADE 80 Main Street, MILFORD, MASS. Compliments of. R!!i«WELm THOM McAN SHOES Compliments of . ARCHER RUBBER CROWN COMPANY CONFECTIONERY CO. Manufacturers of to QUALITY RUBBER CLOTHING CLASS OF 1936 and FABRICS 149 Main Street MILFORD, MASS. 213 Central Street, MILFORD, MASS. Compliments of . BRADBURY-LOCKE COMPANY Dealers in HIGH GRADE LUMBER BUILDING MATERIALS “The Yard of Better Values’’ Office, Yard, Mill and Glazing Depts., 180 Central Street, MILFORD, MASS. Let us estimate your Lumber and Building Material Needs CATELLA’S FOOD STORE 121 East Main St., MILFORD, MASS. Tel. 1094 Phone Us We Deliver —■i 121 • • • • i A. H. SWEET CO., Inc. j P. J. LAWLESS GEO. H. SWEET • 1 Registered Pharmacists • • • • t i ' ioy. t • • • • • • • • 1 213 Main Street, MILFORD, MASS. • • • • Compliments of . HARRINGTON ' S NEW ENGLANDERS ORCHESTRA The Smart Dance Band Favorites Everywhere • • • • : Compliments of . • • CATTANI OIL CO. 1 CHARLES E. COONEY A RANGE AND FUEL OILS • j STORE A • i KC� : I K • • • • Tel. 120 Contracts Given 1 MILFORD, MASS. • • • • MILFORD, MASS. • • • • W. D. HOWARD • Compliments of . • I Wholesale — Retail i • CAHILL NEWS AGENCY 1 FLOWERS • • • • • i K f • • • • � ' 1 MILFORD, MASS. f MILFORD, MASS. ( � ( 122 [ i SCOTTIE DAVIE • • • • Compliments of . I • • t t JEWELER • • it PEERLESS SHOE CO. j 1 J50S ? • i • • • • f • i • • • • • 1 : 01 : t ? • • • • • • t MILFORD, MASS. • • i • MILFORD, MASS. • • • • • “ • • • • CENEDELLA 6- CO. • • • • H. M. CURTISS i • i n t CONTRACTORS COAL £k lumber CO. j • • i LUMBER OF ALL KINDS l iT « t • • i 1 : • i ? • • PAINTS AND HARDWARE t • i • i FUEL AND RANGE OIL = i MILFORD, MASS. f • • • Just Phone 387 k • • • • • j WATSON j COLONIAL FUNERAL • • • • Compliments of . | • HOME « « • i 56 Congress Street, MILFORD, MASS. I The greatest part of our services are i rendered to the living. It is they who i are the sufferers; and it is for their I comfort and peace of mind that our 1 modern organization, its facilities and 1 equipment have been developed. 1 WALTER W. WATSON, Proprietor WERBER £k rose j « « FURNITURE CO. | i « « « « j DWIGHT L. WATSON, 1 Registered Appi’entice : 4 1 4 4 123 MISCOE SPRING BEVERAGES Continue to march forward step by step and the reason—A sparkling spring of remarkable purity, perfect blending of pure fruit and herb extracts, eternal vigilance in plant hygiene, all combining to make a beverage that is WHOLESOME, NUTRITIOUS, AND REFRESHING MISCOE SPRING WATER COMPANY MENDON. MASS. TELEPHONE 1616 Order a Case from Your Grocer Compliments of. MILFORD DAILY NEWS Established 1887 NELSON AUTO SERVICE ATLANTIC GASOLENE a7id MOTOR OILS WILLARD BATTERIES and FISK TIRES OPPOSITE MEMORIAL HALL Tel. 1131 Compliments of. RALPH W. COFFIN S- SON ‘Cellophane Protected Pasteurized MILK and CREAM Tel. 949-R MENDON, MASS. Compliments of. ROBERT ALLEN COOK ARCHITECT 57 Prospect Street, MILFORD, MASS. 124 • f • 1 • i • • 1 Compliments of . I i • • • CHARLES H. • i 6ROUSE CO. 1 • • i f 1 MANUFACTURERS OF JEWELRY t f • • • � • i i i i � f f NORTH ATTLEBORO, MASS. • • • • • • • • i Compliments of . ■ ' ' ' Established 1869 Incorporated 1919 • • Telephone 113—114 Lowest Prices ■ • ROSENFELD WASH SAND We Carry a Complete Line of • DOMESTIC DRY GOODS AND GRAVEL CO. • • ViOYx Vi. 1 r oi: i K • • • HENRY PATRICK CO. j MILFORD, MASS. • • • • HOPEDALE, MASS. Compliments of. HOLMBERG’S ROADSIDE STAND ICE CREAM and LUNCHES Route 126 East Main Street MILFORD, MASS. Compliments of. NELSON MOREY CEDAR GATE FARM High Quality Poultry Products 125 Compliments of. FLANNERY’S STUDIO of PHOTOGRAPHY MILFORD, MASS. Compliments of. PLAINS CASH MARKET In the Heart of the Plains ROSS MAZZARELLI, Prop. MEATS GROCERIES FRUITS 71 East Main St., MILFORD, MASS. Free Delivery Tel. 1178-R Greetings to the Class of 1936 from NICK NATSIS THE ICE CREAM MAN of the QUALITY RESTAURANT 191 Main Street, MILFORD, MASS. Tel. 547-M Compliments of. ANNA BURNS LADIES’ AND CHILDREN’S SPECIALTY SHOP 241 Main Street, MILFORD, MASS. Compliments of. KAMPERSAL ' S DAIRY Pasteurized MILK AND CREAM 0 V 0 MILFORD, MASS. EAST END GARAGE HUDSON AND TERRAPLANE SALES AND SERVICE REPAIRS OF ALL KINDS 48 Medway Street, MILFORD, MASS. Tel. 945-W 126 1 • • f Compliments of . • « Compliments of . ? • i RAY FRENZEL • • 1 and his • • CURRAN EXPRESS CO. | • • 1 ORCHESTRA • • i i 5? • • I t • • • • • • j MILFORD, MASS. • • • • • • • MILFORD, MASS. I • • • • • • • • I Compliments of . • • • • • Compliments of . I • i • i W. J. WILLIAMS • • • • HOPEDALE COAL ■ ICE 1 • • i PLUMBING and HEATING • • COMPANY i • • • • I 1 • • • Kos; t « I • • • • • 1 MILFORD, MASS. • • • • ! • • HOPEDALE, MASS. 1 • • • • A WEEK BUYS ONE L. C. Smith and Corona Typewriters 2 WALNUT ST., WORCESTER Tel. 58833 Cowpliments of. MARCHEGIANO CLUB 0 Meade Street, MILFORD, MASS. 127 INDEX Activities (see Clubs) Advertisers . . 117-127 Alumni Notes . Athletics . 75 Baseball . . 102-106 Football . 98-100 Berry, Mr. Frank C. . 9 Calendar . Classes . 12-13 Freshman . 64-67 (Inc.) Junior . 56-59 (Inc.) Senior . 18-34 (Inc.) Sophomore . Clubs 60-63 (Inc.) Dramatic . . 88 French . . 93 German . . 94 Italian . . 95 Orchestra . . 90-91 Science . . 92 Theo-Harmon . Committees . 96 Senior Dance . . 42 Senior Week . ,. 38-39 Oak, Lily, and Ivy . ,. 14-15 Contributors’ Section . 78-86 (Inc.) Dante Club . . 95 David Garrick Dramatic Club . 88 Der Deutsche Verein . . 94 Dedication . . .6-7 Directory . . 11 Dramatic Plays . . 89 Editor’s Letter . . 112 Faculty, Picture . . 10 Facts and Figures, ’36 . . 68 Football . 98-100 Ford, Miss Mary B. . 8 Foreword . . 5 French Club . . 93 Freshman . .. 64-67 Class Officers . . 65 Class Picture . . 64 Contributors . .. 66-67 German Club . . 94 Graduating Class, Picture . . 18 History of Senior Class . . 48 Humor . 108-111 Individual Pictures . 20-34 (Inc.) Informal Snapshots . 101, 104-105 Juniors . 56-59 Class Officers . 57 Class Picture . 56 Contributors . 58-59 Le Cercle Francais . 93 March of Time . 69-73 Newspaper . 40-41 Oak, Lily, and Ivy Staff . 14-15 Ode . 54 Officers (see Clubs) Senior . 19 Junior . 57 Sophomore . 61 Freshman . 65 Orchestra . 90-91 Prophecy of Senior Class . 48-49 Rumpus, The Campus . 40-41 Salutatory . 44 Science Club . 92 Senior Section . 18-54 (Inc.) Dance Committee . 42 History . 48 Newspaper . 40-41 Ode . 54 Officers . 19 Picture . 18 Prophecy . 50 Salutatory . 44 Senior Week Committee . 38-39 Swift Contestants . 35 Swift Essays . 36-37 Valedictory . 52 Will . 46 Writeups . 20-34 (Inc.) Sophomore Section . 60-63 Class Officers . 61 Class Picture . 60 Contributors . 62-63 Sponsors . 113-116 Swift Essays . 36-37 Swift Oratorical Contestants . 35 Theo-Harmon Club . 96 Undergraduate Section . 55-67 Valedictory . 52 Who’s Who . 16 Will of the Senior Class . 50 128