New Haven High School - Elm Tree Yearbook (New Haven, CT)

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New HAVEN HIGH Scnoor. C'Lixss Book 13 On February 5, Kappa Mu Sigma gave a private dance, which was a pronounced success. This was followed by the Phi Sigma tea given on February 12, at which those present had a brilliant time. Turning to 'athletics, we find that the Senior class won the class basketball championship under the able leadership of Mr, Levy. On February 21, our track team journeyed to Hartford to compete in the Naval Reserve meet against Springfield, Hart- ford and Holyoke. Although we did not capture Hrst place, we came in a very good second, having scored seven points to each of Hartfordls and H0lyoke's fone. As we are approaching Easter and the spring vacation. the chief topics of interest are the Declamation Cpntest and the Class Prom. The Declamation Contest eclipsed the one given in 1908. The Class Prom. took place XVednesday, April 20, find we Seniors made it a pronounced success. if success is the rewarcl of hard work. An-d now, with but a few weeks of work are on the last stretch of the race. The history of the Class of 1910 is finished. Page after page. it is a story of flawless class work. Vtle have worshipped the Shrine of Knowledge and she has rewarded us with the victorious olive crown of success. We shall soon leave this old school to seek wider experiences, but we shall never forsake the memories of this glorious institution. Year after year shall pass, but her foundations shall remain true. Year after year shall pass, but flet us never forget the classmates with whom we worked side by side for four short years. And when we journey into the world to seek wider experiences, let us always remember the ideal we first formed, Quod Facis, Bene Facf! and success shall al- ways crown the achievements of the Glorious Class of 1910. Samuel A. Frouzcr.

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12 NEW HAVEN HIGH SCHOOL CLASS BOOK On December 5 the Class of 1911 presented its Colonial Fair. To say the least, it was an immense success, and it is needless to say that we Seniors helped to make it such. That may be under- stood. ' About two Weeks later, the celebration of the Fiftieth Anni- versary of the High School took place. Young and old graduates of the school met in a happy reunion. The celebration consisted of songs, music and speeches by celebrated graduates, a history of the school by Dr. Sheridang reunions of the different classes that had graduated, and refreshments. The haflls and the Audi- torium were the scenes of beautiful decorations, and everybody enjoyed a superb time. The Senior elections came soon after. Owing to the di- vision of Hillhouse interests, its candidate for president was de- feated. Boardman won the office of president, but the office of vice-president, secretary and sergeant-at-arms went to Hillhouse. All the other officers were re-electedg and the office of treasurer went to Boardman. After the Christmas vacation, the basketball and hockey teams were organized. Qur quintet was very successful, winning the majority of its games. Its support by the students was fine. A crowded house of basketball enthusiasts could be .seen every Saturday night in snug little Anderson's Gym. The hockey team, on the other hand, was not able to play much, owing to the bad weather. On the evening of January 21, the Athletic Association pre- sented a very successful entertainment in the Auditorium, in order to raise a much-needed sum. A large number attenedd, in spite of the rain. The .entertainment consisted chiefly of magic per- formances by Mr. Gilbert, selections by the High School orches- tra and a farce. The Reveries of a Bachelor. Meanwhile, affairs of social interest were not lacking. On January 7, the Radiator society gave a fine entertainment. which consisted of an excellent program of dances, selections by Shu- bert's orchestra, and a one-act farce My Turn Next. The next affairs of social prominence were the Alpha Alpha and B. T.- teas. given on january 16.

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DR. JOHN P. CUSHING