North Tonawanda High School - Northstar Yearbook (North Tonawanda, NY)

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ir if ir 1935 ir 'A' ak our OF THE FILES OF PAST ln june 1931 we ambitious boys and girls closed the doors of Felton Grammar School behind us, since our work there was successfully completed. Our great success at building, due to the very capable guidance of our Master Craftsmen, filled us with enthusiasm to continue this work at North Tonawanda l-Iigh School. Full of determination for success, we began in September to put our shoulders to the important task ahead of us. It was quite difficult for us at first, because of our inexperience with the new tools, algebra and biology, however, with Mr. Wells and a large group of Master Craftsmen to assist us, we soon over- came these obstacles. During our leisure hours, some of us showed interest in the school by taking part in the activities. We enjoyed ourselves at every club meeting and wouldn't have missed one for the world. What fun we had dodging the pranks of the Upper Classmen! Sometimes we failed in our attempts, but at least, we showed them they couldn't fool us all of the time. After our june finals and regents were passed, we joyfully surveyed the foundation and framework which we had accomplished in one year. Although the framework of a building is invisible when the building is completed, we realize its importance, because it serves as a base for future work. After a restful vacation we returned full of energy and happy to continue work. Again we had to get used to new tools, but we were so enthusiastic that we soon overcame this difficulty. I-low glad we were when our hours of labor were shortened, and we had more time for activities. We certainly did take advantage of it. Miss Coman, who retired after many successful years of teaching the use of the Latin tool, was replaced by Miss I-laughwout, the quiet, dark-haired Latin Craftsman. lt is with regret that we recall the leaving of Football-coach Dowd, who made winning teams for us, and kept them in that condition during his six years at North Tonawanda. I-Ie gave us a victory over our rival Tonawanda, which had not been beaten for many years. We shall always remember Mr. Dowd as one of the best coaches we have ever had. ln june we looked with pride on our accomplishments for the year, for we had one-half of the building completed. This year gave us invaluable experience and instruction for the two remaining years. Only two more years of work and our building would be finished. At the beginning of our third year, feeling so superior with only the Seniors above us, we decided to elect officers: President, Edward Boyer g Vice-President, William Richards, Secretary, Thelma Rostofer and Treasurer, Earl Papke. So many Freshmen entered this year that the two-session idea was used. We could no longer pester the poor Freshmen because they went in the afternoon after the Upper Classmen had finished. Football-coach Humphries was heartily welcomed as the successor of Mr. Dowd, and every- one felt certain he would prove himself to be an able coach. I-Ie has taught the boys not only some excellent plays, but also good sportsmanship. Even some rivals have stated what good sports our boys are. This was the last year at North Tonawanda for Mr. Wells, who always kept up our enthusiasm and urged us on in our work. We shall never forget what he did for us and shall always think of him as one of our best friends. In june we again proudly viewed the building which was completed, except for the finishing touches which would be added during our Senior year. The last is the best of all. We certainly discovered the truth of that statement in our Senior year. In fact, it was so much fun that we dreaded the thought of leavingg but all good things must come to an end some time. We were overjoyed at the arrival of our smiling, new l-lead-Master Craftsman Mr. Lowry, because he was so friendly and we felt certain he'd do all he could for us. Two other craftsmen were also beginning work here for the first time. Miss Zielinski, small, dark, leader of harmony, came to us from Alabama State College to take the place of Miss Coletta Smith. Through Miss Zielinskfs efforts, we had excellent Thanksgiving and Christmas assemblies. Mr. Tussing, our former band leader, was replaced by Mr. Cyran, a man full of excellent experience in this work. I-le too has proven himself to be worthy of his job. On September 26th, between four and five o'clock, the mothers of Seniors and the faculty were enter- tained by the Senior girls at a silver tea held in the cafeteria. Marjorie Clayton entertained with a few selections on the piano, and Thelma Rostofer read. About this time we began to think of the money necessary for the Annual, and we decided to have the usual candy sale to raise it. This sale gave us not only a large amount of money, but we also had a good time trying to sell more than our friends. Because of our success with this sale, we made plans for another. This one also helped considerably. Then, we tried to sell magazines, and although we weren't very successful at it, the results helped in a small way to fill the treasury. A roller skating party was held at Dexter's Roller Rink on Saturday, March 23rd. A large crowd attended, and a good time was had by all. Some of us took a few spills, but we didn't mind, it only added to our fun. Boxes of candy were given to the most graceful skaters, but some of us were wishing there was a prize for the worst. On Friday and Saturday evenings, April 5 th and oth, we presented our play Growing Pains. The play was given two nights because of the great number of tickets sold. This was the first time in several years that the Senior play was given two nights. lt was a success in any sense of the word, proving Miss Zielinskfs ability as a director, and the students' ability as actors. In a month or so we shall be leaving dear old N .T., since our work here will be finished. I-low proud and yet how sad we'll feel when we receive our diploma. May we never forget the words of our Alma Mater, but always keep them in our hearts to urge us on to success. ELAINE WIENKE, Class Historian. 3 3 S E N I O R S

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'kink' CANDIDATES THEODORE FRERICHS English Course I hate to see things done by halves. RUTH GOLEM English, Course What's the use of worrying? It never was worth while. C. A. A. '3lg Cast of Page the Prince '32. MAC-DALENE HORVATH English Course I t is better to learn late than never. G. A. A. '31, '32, Girl's Sport Awards '31, '32g Cast of Page the Prince '32. HOWARD KRANTZ English Course It is a wise head that makes a still tongue. FRED MAYER A English Course Love, knavery and necessity make men good oratorsf' Debate '32, '33, '34g Debate Manager '33. HARRY PRossER English Course Dramatic Club '34-'35 5 Debate '34. S E N I O R S NORTH STAR ul' 'k 1' CANDIDATES KATHERINE SCHEAR English Course The same today and forever. IRENE TOMASZEWSKY Classical Course To be or not to be is the question. Honor Letter '31, IRENE TYSKIEWICZ Commercial Course Many receive advice, but few profit by it. Draniatic Club '32-'35g Cv. A. A. '32- '35g Girls Sports Awards '32-'35, Cvlee Club '35g Life Saving '33, '34g Cast of Page the Prince '32g G. A. A, Entertainment Committee '35. GENEVIEVE URBANIK ' Commercial Course Never promise more than you can perform. ' Dramatic Club '34, '35g G. A. A. '33, '35g Glee Club '34g Honor Letters '33, '34, Review Staff '35, ' IRVIN GEORGE ZUCK English Course Better to be ignorant of a matter, than half know it. Band '32-'35g Dramatic Club '33-'35, Music Festival N. F. and N. T. '32-'35g Orchestra '33, '34. ADDITIONAL SEN IORS PAUL FRETHOLD HENRY KEIL JUNE MARTIN ,JAMES SIEGFRIED ALAN HOLWAY 32

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'Ir ir ir NORTH STAR ir i' ir FUTURE ERECTIONS Class prophetess! That was the task my classmates had set for me! No doubt they had recognized the fact that I was naturally psychic. But how was I to foresee the futures of so many as there were in the class of 1935 ? I was pondering over this perplexing problem one fine afternoon as I was walking down the Avenue of Skyscrapers. Suddenly I heard a shout, then came a crash, and all was dark. Afterwards I learned that I had been hit on the dome by the Brick of Knowledge. A voice came to me in deep tones, I am the Master Builder of the Future. I have heard of your desire to know what lies ahead. Come with me and I will reveal all. Thoroughly frightened, but unable to restrain my desire, I followed the mysterious voice. We seemed to go toward a huge stairway made of stones so large they could have been set by no human hand. Again the voice spoke, These are the Stepping Stones of the Years. See! Each is numbered. If you wish to see ahead, name the stone you wish. In a feeble voice I said, H1945 I never knew how I reached that height. It seemed that in a whisk I was there. Behold ! said the voice. I looked and there, crystal clear, I could see to the ends of the earth. What will you see first? came the question. Naturally my thoughts turned to my home town. My eyes were directed toward North Tonawanda. Elizabeth Mills, jewel Proefrock, and Elizabeth Miller are taking temperatures at the DeGraff hospital where Edna Rasch was superintendent of nurses. Many of the housewives are being bothered by Robert Phillips, the salesman for that old and estab- lished firm, Fuller Brushes. North jones is in charge of the local Ford agency. Some of his prospects are George F ischle, I-Ienry Keil and Fred Mayer, all prominent business men. Marjorie Clayton is visiting her family for a rest. She has just returned from Europe after completing a triumphant tour as a concert pianist. The law of our fair city is kept in control by Chief of Police, Arthur Beilein. Those who are helping him are Dominic DeMart, james Gelose, and Nelson Smith. Doris Strassel, john Treichler, and Benny Truszkowski are co-owners of the Greasy Oil Company. Chester Stenzel, Alvin Doebler, Richard Graczyk are trying to promote the sales. Gladys Lee, Sophie Rados are clerks at the Zuckmaier's Store now owned by Jack I-Iolmes, one of the twin cities' leading citizens. Francis Gordon is known as the Beer Baron of the Niagara F rontierf' Of course, Betty Merrill is the baroness. I-Iis truck drivers are Chester Mis, Gilbert Miller and Edward Nycz. Dorothy Krull, Margaret Bell, and Elizabeth Ziemendorf are successfully operating the leading beauty shop. Lois Smith is in charge of the Remington-Rand office force. I-Ier typists are Norma Walp, Elizabeth Stolzenberg, ,I une Martin, Mary Green and Thelma Gee. joseph Klock and Emil Kucera keep the cars running smoothly at jacks Station, owned by ,lack I-Iird, where they are mechanics. Robert Johnsons choice cuts of meats are famed at Dean Soldwich's butcher shop. Pauline Lee is the night telephone operator at the telephone company. Corrine Miller is filing clerk at the silk mills. Lottie F urmanek and Mary Swiniuch are chief operators there. Robert Laux has finally been given the contract for this year's annual. Some of his local competitors were Rocco Cipollone and Paul Fretthold. Andrew Syposs is basketball coach. I-Ie is ably assisted by I-Iugh Cramer, North Tonawanda's sports commentator. jean L. Gilmore is principal of the high school. Some of the members of the faculty are Anthony Fredoso, history, jean Wardell, English, jane Grehlinger, Typing, and Pearl I-Iardleben, French. Elva Bohlman, I-Ielen Batka, and Onallee Neal have had great success in their tea room business. Thelma Dornfeld attracts by her amazing reading of tea cups. james Malone is president of our bank, Douglas Manning is treasurer. Betty Cary, Theresa Schmidt, and .Adele I-Iird are the leaders in the Music Circle of talented artists of music. Soon there was whirring noise. The earth was moving at a terrific speed. Suddenly it stopped. I found myself sitting on the top of the Empire State building in New York. I-Iere I took in all the views as well as sound effects., I found out that: Margaret Gentz is Gladys Parker's rival as an original costume designer. Some of her mannequins are .lane Beyette, Ruth Channels and Ruth Evans. Edward Boyer, professor of psychology at Columbia University, is still battling with his rival, Blake Mago of Yale. jack Nablo, Steinmetz II, working for the Westinghouse Company, has astounded America by his electrical genius. I-Iis helpers are Lee Meister and Irvin Roy. SENIORS ' 34 'Y I 1