Painted Post High School - Poster Yearbook (Painted Post, NY)

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THE POSTER-1938 25 witness to the execution thereof, which I hereby do in the presence of the testator on the said date. CSignedD Patricia E. Cragg Attorney-at-Law Senior Class Prophesy Good evening, friends! This is your toastmaster, XValter Winchell, speaking. This evening the class of 1938 is holding its fifteenth reunion. This is just a glimpse of the many celebrities who are present! Flash! You of the class of '38 remember how you went around singing, humming, or whistling 'fl NVant to Be in VVinchell's Columnv? You do? Well, at last you have all reached that goal. Flash! Catherine Barrett, the Ulittlest big girl in the class, is now Dean Barrett of Vassar, college for girls, and she can hardly wear l1er English hat for sheer pride. Flash! Bill Bess, following up his high school days as a star athlete, is now the captain of the successful Rugby team, which returned from England victor over the team from Oxford, the school which so badly defeated the American universities back in 1938, F.ash! Frances Mary Brooks, our youngest member, has quite electri- fied the world by her stunning style creations-all you girls, here's your chance. Flash! Edith Chase has gone into partnership with a fruit stand at- tendant, and I don't mean she helps him manage the fruit! Flash! Mary Chatfield, keeping up the good work started in high school, was just recently declared the best dressed woman in the world. Flash! Robert Congdon and his saxophone have gone far in the world of 'LS-wing . Ile is conductor of the orchestra at t'Air Castle , the night club in the skies. Flash! Edith Cook has skyrocketed to stardom in the movie kingdom. Flash! Jesse Cornell is now managing The llraves, champion professional football team of Painted Post. Flash! Inez Ross has spent her life since high school teaching people the blessing of punctuality. I wonder where she learned it in such a hurry. Flash! Patricia Cragg recently received her doctor's degree as Doctor of Medicine. NVe hear that she is already working on what is thought to be a sure cure for cancer. Flash! Beverly Cunningham - the stately and dignitied Beverly - was recently awarded the Pulitzer Prize for her short story, t'Sands along the lllississippin. Remember those 90's in English, Beverly? Flash! Lillian Dann, who broke the hearts of a good many of the callow youths, recently published a statement that she had settled down to the life of a spinster. How long will it last, Lillian? Flash! Benson Dann, the class woman-hater, who has spent all his time in his workshop, perfected television not more than a year ago, and can manufacture the sets at such a low price that even the inhabitants of Shanty Town can afford one.

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24 THE POSTER-1938 To Donald llawks: A set of cnrlers, so he won't have to use his lingers for that wave. To Paul Hogue: A disguise for that Irish grin. To Doug Hollister: The book, Hllow to Play l ootball7', by Jesse Cornell. To Helen Jenks: The suggestion that she arrive on time next year. To Martha Kulp: ller sister's innocent eyes. To Ivan Lake: A tonic to pep him up. To Marcia LeValley: A big baby doll to go with her 'tbaby talk . To Inez Livermore: A little more poise in English class. To Doris Mallory: Another voice to reinforce her own. To Gene Martindell: The advice to grow up. To John Marriner: A pill to provide a little ambition. To Vevia Miller: All the success in the world with Donald .MAL 11ot Duck. To John Murray: A mask for his shyness. To Hope Oakden: A frown at least once in a while. To Betty Parks: Winifred Martinls dimples. To Alice Payne: A little more femininity. To Betty Johnson and Gilbert Phenes: The book, HLove and Be Happy , by Maude Smith. To Carolyn Pierce: A little less silliness and more dignity to fill her position as a Senior. To Harry Pierson: llis brother's good looks. To Gordon Prentice: A megaphone to make himself heard. To Robert Randolph: A little more of Chester's versatility. To Donald Reed: At least one outfit that doesnlt make him look like a fugitive from a band box. To Mary Jane Riddle: A cure for blushing. To Helen Rose: A more protective bumper to completely encircle her father's car. To Robert Seeley: John Snyder's position as Painted Post IIigh's high pressure salesman. To Robert Smith: A chance to till his brother's place in athletics. To Sylvia Smith: A light so that she will shine. To Donald Stiles: A little more ambition in getting his work done. To Alvin Thom: Just a little liking for girls. To Charlotte Thompson: A hobby-horse. To Miriam VValters: More interest in Painted Post High School. To Eloise Ward: A copyright on that dimpled smile. To Isabelle Warner: A harmonious chorus 11QXt year. To June VVilson: The maintenance of the ttstatus quo of her affections. To Alice NVilson: Marjorie Dee's joy of living. To Marie NVoodward: A little restraint in her dealings with the other sex. To Fannie Wright: Diligence in daily preparation of her lessons. CSignedl TIIE SENIOR CLASS OF 1938. I, whose 11an1e is hereto subscribed, do certify that on the twenty-seventh day of June, 1938, The Senior Class of 1938, the testator, subscribed its name to this instrument in my presence and hearing, declared this same to be its Last Will and Testament, and requested me to sign my 1131119 thereto as a

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26 THE POSTER'-1938 Flash! Marjory Dee has used that ready wit of hers to become the lead- ing comedienne in the world. Flash! Mary Dee has discovered a way to make learning painless. And no wonder they flock to learn M- look whols teaching them! Flash! Arlene Dinehart, having overcome that low voice of hers, is now a successful lecturer on personality. And does she have it! Flash! Jay Ervay has used his loud voice to some purpose. He is champion hog caller of the United States. l might also add that Frances Mary Brooks and he are enjoying a very happy wedded life. Flash! lrcne Farr is the third American to receive the Nobel Prize in literature. She received it for her poem, Satirical Remarks upon Attending School . ' Flash! From 'idumb waitery' to President of Frankenberg Chain Stores, Inc. That is the story of !'Ed's!' rise to success. Flash! David Griffiths is playing his silvery-toned trumpet and accom- panying himself with a Voice. Remember when he used to get his voice in at the most unusual places? He's still at it! Flash! Bill Gethin hasnlt been seen for some time. It is rumored that his feminine admirers have bothered him into a state of frenzy, curable only by the care and influence of the Hfems from Bath . Flash! Rena Grover as everyone expected is happily married to Al Messer. YVhat? No little Messes? Flash! Robert lledden, who was just a small town lover, has become the Romeo of a million matinee fans. Flash! Mary Jacobs has successfully combined marriage with a career, for although she was married soon after commencement, she is the tops rankingsoprano at the Metropolitan Opera. Flash! Glenn James, the class crooner, is the successful proprietor ol' Air..Castles , a night club in the skies. , Flash! VValter James is still wielding the baton, for he is conductor of the Painted Post Philharmonic Society Symphony Orchestra. p Flash! Quiet Merle Keach has just completed what critics believe to be his best composition, HThe Symphony of lndustry . Flash! Not more than five days ago, Lawrence Kelley was inaugurated as President of this country. Although the most youthful man to attain this position, he has taken time out from executive duties to attend this reunion. , Flash! Anna Kimble has added to her store of wit and humor, and is writing some very delightful essays. Try one when you have mental dyspepsia. Flash! Margaret Lake has added her mellow alto voice to that of Glenn James and is singing in 'fAir Castlesn. Flash! Clyde Livermore has recently returned for a short vacation from his duties as Ambassador to the Court of St. James. Flash! Clare Loudenslager is still making people who detest airplanes actually listen to and enjoy his lectures. Flash! The Democrats have won their iight to abolish the Supreme Court. Chief Justice Lowery made the parting address a few days ago. Flash! Virginia Marriner is president of the Martindell Select School for Girls. Many wigged gentlemen are found each day as her classes convene. Flash! XVinifred Martin is a very successful character actress in Holly- wood. A talent scout must have seen her act in the annual Senior Play.