New York Military Academy - Shrapnel Yearbook (Cornwall on Hudson, NY)

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SOCIAL EVENTS HE PAST YEAR has been full of social activity at N.Y.M.A. Besides the scheduled formal social receptions and dances there have been many small informal events which have helped to make cadet life enjoyable and in- teresting. The first formal event of the year was the Reception and Hop combining the celebration of Hallowe'en and Thanks- giving. The gymnasium on this occasion was transformed into a spacious ballroom under the artistic supervision of Chaplain Hagen and his eflicient Hop Committee. The mo- tif made use of a combination of appropriate symbols of Hallowe'en and Thanksgiving after the style of Walt Dis- ney. It is said that Bittenbender and Shattuck were martyrs for the evening and stayed inside the large Horn-of-Plenty that hung over the bandstand to give it that well-rounded effect, so necessary to the success of the general scheme. The fact that it rained the proverbial cats and dogs dampened only the atmosphere and a good time was had by the Corps and their attractive drags as they danced to the music of Stan Austin and his orchestra. Before we knew it, time had speeded by in her usual fleet-footed way and the Midwinter was upon us. Again, Chaplain Hagen and his able Hop Committee came through with flying colors with decorations which were most ap- propriate. This time, since there was nothing to fill out, Shattuck and Bittenbender stayed away. Regardless of the fact that we were in the midst of one of the winter's great- est snowfalls, a large crowd attended and Stan Austin again set all athrill with his rhythm and melody. The next important social event was the annual celebra- tion of Parents' Day. This occasion is always a happy one for Spring sets the stage with a glory of color and new life and the presence of parents and sweethearts adds all that is necessary for the thrill of a lifetime. This time Henry Fields and his orchestra provided the feast of music for the dancing and two evenings of terpsichorean enter- tainment were enjoyed. On Sunday the Chapel Service, the buffet luncheon and Dress Parade for the mothers com- pleted a full program of entertainment. No less enjoyable than the formal events were the many entertainments given by the members of the faculty. Colo- nel and Mrs. Pattillo entertained frequently with supper and game parties. As soon as the new faculty houses had been occupied they were opened for the entertainment of groups of cadets and many an evening of fun was enjoyed in these delightful homes, and so, the year was filled with memories of many happy hours. Page One hundred ninety-eight

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ADVERTISEMENTS THE following pages contain the advertise- ments of a number of good friends of the N. Y. M. A. They have helped to make this Golden jubilee Book a success and have a right to expect that they will receive a share of our patronage. PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS Page One hundred ninety-nine