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

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i .fa rt ing -- iam ,ULEPHQQJ Snphnmnre iqizinrg And then we were upper-classmen. Some of the class were compelled to at- tend the afternoon session, and, of course, it was a big disappointment that we couldn't all be together. Nevertheless, we settled down after a while, determined to make the most of our respective fates. I Soon came the elections for representatives to the Student Council. jack Kimberly, Wesley Tremper, and Betty Lyman were chosen from our number. Meanwhile, the Motto Club was flourishing under such capable officers as Presi- dent Ruth Clapp, Vice-President Wesley Tremper, Secretary Betty Lyman, and Treasurer Herb Norman. In athletics 1927 showed up very well. When the Girls' Inter-class Tennis Tournament was held, Dot Lederer emerged victorious, winning over the Fresh- man, Junior, and Senior champions. Don Carlo managed to secure a place on the Football Team. Hikes were staged almost every Saturday when the weather per- mitted, and at the close of the season, many of the girls received numerals. The boys' basketball games came along after that, and Haynes, Carlo, and Florac succeeded in making the squad. Several of the male members of the class spent most of their time splashing around over in Carnegie Pool, and Braslin and Verwholt finally made the Swimming Team. After two months or more of regular practice, the Girls Inter-class Basketball games were played off. High were the hopes of winning the beautiful big cup, re- ward of the victor, when the Seniors and Freshmen fell victims to the Sophomores. All these hopes were shattered, however, when, in spite of the excellent playing of Captain Babe Andrew, Sis,' Andrews, Dot Lederer, Betty Ives, and Irma Flynn, the Juniors captured the title. We Sophs found even more to hold our interest after Easter. The Sopho- more Social, managed by Wesley Tremper, proved a huge success. Even though the Juniors had captured the championship in girls' basketball, we came out ahead in the volleyball contests, and Captain Ethel Beers, together with the rest of the team, received their N. H.'s. Meanwhile, Albom, Weigle, and Philip Horwitz composing the 1927 De- bating Team, won the Inter-class Championship. For the girls, Ruth Alpert dis- played great talent, and was elected President of the Girls' Debating Society for the following year. And then John Joy and Charles Albom were elected to the Sentinel Edi- torial Board, the first two members of our class to receive this honor. Among those fortunate Sophomores who won prizes in the various contests held during the term were Ed,' Burritt, Jack Kimberly, May Umberger, Etta Corr, Elizabeth Cooney, Dick Weigle, and Ruth Alpert. ' That memorable Motto Club picnic at Lighthouse and Savin Rock brought to a final close the activities of our Sophomore year, and vacation was entered upon with the happy and satisfying thought that the coming Junior year would have much in store for each and all. FRANCES LYNCH 21

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K rv , ---7. fl 7 - . ' icziguss g Qigi 53192911124 Eflirezhman lflizinrg We of the Class of 1927 will scarcely forget that memorable day in September, 1923, when we, as freshmen, first entered the portals of Hillhouse High School. As is natural, we incurred a great deal of criticism and ridicule from the upper- classmen, but we all swallowed our pride and consoled ourselves with the thought that in the near future we should be lording it over another freshman class. These tormenting remarks, however, were only a small part of the many reverses which we received during the course of that first term. The largest incoming freshman class in the history of the school-up until that time, of course-duly assembled in the auditorium to receive the customary instruction from the principals. Then, after much unnecessary confusion, during which most of us succeeded in losing our way, we reached our appointed rooms and finally settled down to the routine of school work. Thus began our first day of higher education. The end of the hrst month found us pretty well adapted to the customs and habits of high school life. Latin and Ancient History, because of their novelty. found favor with most of us for a short time, but this attraction was very short- lived. A desire for action, accompanied and augmented by certain of the English teachers, drove some into the ranks of debating. Debating received a great deal of attention, and inasmuch as the 1927 Freshman Team was the only first year team in fifteen years to capture the Inter-class Championship, it cannot be said that time was spent in vain. Who will ever forget the mock trial which was held late in the year? Remember poor Bill Birely who, pressed to the utmost, was finally proved innocent through a plea of insanity. VVe wonder if he has recovered since? Those not interested in debating and kindred activities diverted their spare time to athletics. In this field as well, our class proved to be leaders. The Foot- Team, captained by Al Haynes and Don Carlo enjoyed a very successful sea- son, which was topped off by the winning of the state title with a victory over the Meriden freshmen. State championship honors were also annexed by the Frosh Basketball Team, which overcame all opposition during its hard fought schedule and finished the season without a defeat. The Baseball Team likewise boasted of a clean slate and, although it won no titles, decisive victories over the West Haven High School Varsity and Boardman indicated its sterling qualities. Another ath- letic achievement was the winning of the City Title by the Hockey Team. Turning to music, we recall the Ukulele Club, the Orchestra, and the Chorus as the outstanding successes. The latter, directed by Mr. Clark, is worthy of spec- ial mention because of its fine presentation of The Rose Maiden at Woolsey Hall. To retell all the incidents and accidents which took place in our initial year at Hillhouse would be impossible. The outstanding events of this hectic time have been chosen with the hope that they might serve in reminding the readers of our Freshman year as a whole, and that they might bring back memories, happy and not so happy, of the times, so long ago now, when we were just beginning in the school which we are so soon to leave. EDWARD JOHNSON 20

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Q 'sl 129335 Qi -111-2? ffjfs iluninr iaiatnrg FALL Une bright September day in the fall of 1926 the juniors burst through the doors of dear old Hillhouse eager to resume their courses in higher education. But, aha! VVe Find cause for their eagerness! Having diligently applied them- selves to their studies as Freshmen and Sophomores in the years gone by, they now aspire to do things in the social and athletic worlds. The first chance for showing athletic prowess comes when the call is issued for football stars. Beaver Park becomes the scene of much action. All the young hopefuls chase the pig-skin about the field in a brave attempt to live up to their motto, I'd rather be halfback than president. And across the lot the girls strive to win glory and honor in the noble sport of field hockey. The Juniors seem to be noted for their absence from the team, but, before the end of the season, a few suc- ceed in making a name for themselves- On one eventful Thursday about this time a typical mob scene is witnessed swarming about the doors of the library. Sorority and fraternity names are back! The next Monday lucky Juniors are to be seen wandering about the halls, joyfully hugging their pins and tightly clutching carnations and roses. Many new things are inaugurated this fall. A fall High School Day is proposed by Malley's. The juniors go in strongly for this and learn the noble oc- cupations of fioor-walking and the running of elevators from A to HZ . The Sentinel offers a panel to the class having the highest percentage of subscriptions for A. A. tickets. The class of 1927, maintaining its reputation for school spirit, wins this honor of course, overcoming the imperial Seniors with a margin of 5.76W and completely swamping the mere Scrubs and Sophs. Big thrills are had when the Field Hockey Team defeats Mrs. Day's Stick and llall Club for the first time in history and especially when the Football Team humbles the pride of haughty Com- mercial to the tune of 7-0. Don Carlo, scorer of the noble touchdown, is chosen leader of the grid team for the coming year. Out of the numerous aspirants to political fame four juniors emerge victorious in the race for Student Council. The lucky four are Al Haynes, Mel Roberts, K'Bobby Yerxa, and Rus Gaston. Christmas vacation now draws nigh. WINTER The winter season seems to be prominent because of the basketball games. The Juniors go in vigorously for basketball and, behold, some of them make the team. Again we see Al Haynes doing big things. Everybody supports the Bas- ketball Team nobly-coming in time for the dancing. But despite our frivolous tone, our team is nothing to be sniffed at. Team after team succumbs to its fierce onslaught until, as a final triumph, it wins its way to the State Championship. The Swimming Team, in the meantime, makes a big splash in the world of athletics. Nakashian paddles about victoriously, while Johnny Rraslin imitates a frog and thrills appreciative audiences with exhibitions from the high diving board. The dear young maidens of '27 take a sudden interest in swimming. They clamor for a swimming team of their own and make many plans for the installation of a girls' 4 22