Phillips High School - Phillipian Yearbook (Phillips, ME)

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THE PHILLIPIAN 19 the sub-primary and the first four grades in this building, feeling that the fifth grade more logically belongs with the upper grades. It was most interesting to watch the steady, efficient way in which the building rapidly took shape under the workmanship of Ken- neth Foster of Wilton, and his men. Mean- while Emery Scribner and his men of Range- ley were installing heating and plumbing systems and later crews arrived to install ventilation, tile flooring and windows and finally the painters put on the final touches the last of August, just in time for Open House. The P.T.A. took charge of Open House and although- it was a rainy night, many parents and friends took advantage of this opportunity to inspect the town's newest building. Thanks are due those mothers who worked hard that afternoon to finish the cleaning in time, and to the men and boys who labored up to the last minute that the beautiful new desks and chairs might be uncrated and in place by the time the guests arrived. The donations collected by the P.T.A. for the new school have been used to purchase outside door mats and fire extin- guishers and there is a balance of S225 on hand, to be used for some definite thing that may be needed before another year. The building consists of five class rooms, a teachers' room, two toilets, a janitor's room and a boiler room. The class rooms are light and roomy, in pale greens and yellows, with a bright accent color. One wall of each room consists of windows, one is blackboard. In each room there is plenty of bulletin space, a long work bench, and a sink. There are also enclosed book cupboards and teacher's wardrobe, an open project case and open wardrobes for the childrens wraps in each room. There is fluorescent lighting through- out and the heat on each side of the building is controlled by a separate thermostat. There are electric outlets in each room for victrola, movies, etc. The outside walls and walls between class rooms, also the ceilings are insulated. The teachers, room is furnished with Chinese peel furniture. lt needs a large rug. The pictures in the teachers' room were given in memory of Lester Bean, beloved principal of the local grammar school for many years. The students who passed through his room during those years will remember Millet's The Angelus and 'K The Gleaners which hung there at that time. It seemed fitting these be the pictures hung in the new school building in his memory. The total cost of the building was about 569,000 of which some over 153,000 was in gifts. It is a building of which we may well be proud. It has been in use for one school year. It has proven its worth. Pupils and teachers have taken pride in their new sur- roundings and have expressed that pride in the excellent care they have taken of their new possessions. There has been no un- reasonable amount of wear and tear. Defects have appeared from time to time, as are bound to appear in any new building, but nothing of any great magnitude. .With the furthur cooperation of all concerned we trust that this elementary school building may serve our community long and faithfully. Gladys Guerney, Clerk, Town of Phillips School District MUSIC This year, as usual, a band was organized, under the direction of Hilda Steward. The members will play for Memorial services on Memorial Day. Following are members of the band: Iean Wheeler - trumpet Agnes Coolong - alto horn Winona Richard -trumpet Roberta Buck - trombone Harrison Harnden - trombone lack Bubier-bass horn Robert Harrison - bass drum Robert Pillsbury -- drums Richard Mealey -- drums Dianne Rowe -clarinet Ernestine Wells - clarinet

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18 THE PHILLIPIAN and completely disrupted the rehearsal sched- ule. Starring in Echo were Beverly Rich- mond and Lawrence Ronco, assisted by Connie Witham and Bud Richmond. The one-act plays were also hard pressed for time because several of the participants were out for public speaking and the local speaking contest was held just a little over a week after the play contest. XVe look forward to next yearis contests as Phillips continues to find promising talent in the new classes. DEBATING This year the debating topic was: Resolved: That all American citizens should be sub- ject to conscription for essential service in time of war. This question was very interesting because if it was put into effect, it would have a bearing on every American citizen. Two of our debators were gifted with a year's experience, while the other two were new at debating. The negative team, Duane Worcester and Harrison Harnden, lost their debate to Ste- phens High School of Rumford by a close two to one Q2-lj decision. The aH:irmative team, Carrie Hodges and Richard Hoover, won a three to nothing Q3-OJ decision from Skowhegan High School. Richard Hoover was adjudged as best speaker. VVe, the debators, would like to express our appreciation to Mr. Whittemore for the time he spent in our behalf. P. T. A. Phillips Parent-Teachers Association began the year with Open House at our new Elementary School Building on August 31. Each teacher of that building invited a friend to assist her as hostess in her respective room. The refreshment committee served punch and assorted cookies to 200 guests in the Teachers, Room At our September meeting a unique pro- gram was conducted by Christine Pillsbury, Tom Carlisle and Myrtle Thurlow through which we became acquainted with our new teachers: Mrs. Mabel Andrews, Paul Bishop, and Ioseph Ouelette. Then Gladys Guerney welcomed the old teachers back for another year. In October Mrs. Maurice Hutchins, third grade teacher in Bath and chairman of Parent-Teachers Education of the state Asso- ciation spoke to us briefly and then intro- duced Mrs. Ioseph Smith, a Past President of State P. T. A. and Editor of Maine P. T. A. Bulletin. Both ladies spoke on the object of the Association. In December Everett Pillsbury reported that he and Iack Badger, scout leader of Strong, had been able to secure assistance and committeemen so that the three branches of Boy Scouts could reorganize for another year. Preceding the Ianuary meeting, a turkey supper was served to 125 teachers, families and friends in our new cafeteria. The February meeting was cancelled be- cause of storms. At the March meeting Professor Roberts spoke on the Prospects for the 1952 Election. For the April Meeting Tom Carlisle has been invited to preside as chairman in a Panel Discussion on Are We Building the Real Values of Life. In May, Mrs. Mabel Andrew will present the pupils of Grade 5 in a speaking contest. The officers of the Association for the year 1951-52 are: President ......,....... ......... E verett Pillsbury Vice President ........ ......... C harles Thurlow Secretary .........., .,.,.,..... F ay Hoover Treasurer ...,.. ..........,.....,....... S tanton White Everett Pillsbury THE NEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL BUILDING Since our report in last year's Phillipian the new elementary school building in town has become a reality. By the opening of school in September, the first five grades, with their teachers, were able to move in without delay. We would like to have seen

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20 THE PH THE IRISH IUBILEE On March 4, 1952, Farmington State Teachers' College presented the Irish Iubilee, a musical program of Irish songs. Iokes were told about local persons and they were very amusing. This Irish Iubilee was for the benefit of the High School of Phillips, and a prize of 3515.00 was to be awarded to the class which sold the most tickets. The Sophomore Class and the Seniors tied, so both classes got 31500. The profits from the Iubilee went toward the purchasing of a new tape recorder. THE BASKETBALL BANQUET On Saturday March 29th the boys and girls basketball teams were' honored at the annual basketball banquet sponsored by the American Legion and the American Legion Auxiliary. A delicious ham supper was enjoyed by all present. The toast master Superintendent Elwood Allen introduced as the after dinner speaker, Basketball Coach of Westbrook High School, Paddy Davan. Mr. Davan stressed the sacrifices which must be made by everyone who attains success in any walk of life. Coaches expressed their appreciation for the cooperation shown by those who partic- ipated in the games of the season. Captains Ioanne Leavitt and Edward Smith thanked coaches, parents and friends for the enthusiasm and help given to the teams dur- ing the season. The annual good sportsmanship award was presented to Co-Captain Richard Fairbanks by Coach Gale Webber. Both Teams wish to express their deepest thanks to the American Legion and Auxiliary for the excellent banquet. We also wish to thank the coaches, teachers, parents and fans, who never let us down, win or lose, through- out the season. ILLIPIAN THE BASKETBALL RALLY We had one basketball rally this year before our second big game with Range- ley, to be held at the home court. We held the rally at the gym and invited the Gram- mar School as guests. As it was our first attempt at anything like a rally, it was not as complete as some. However, we had a plan- ned outline for the rally. Mr. Allen was our Master of Ceremonies, keeping up the spirit of the whole program. There was a short speech from the girls' captain, Ioanne Leavitt and one from the boys' captain, Richard Fairbanks. The cheer- leaders performed, and the high school sang its School Songf' I think I can truthfully say that we all had a very enjoyable time. PUBLIC SPEAKING CONTEST Public speaking, a popular contest, was held at the Methodist Church, Monday, March 31st, Those speaking from Phillips High School and their selections were as follows: Lisping Tommy's Agent Cure - Winona Richard 1. 2. 14 August By Norman Corwin-Law- rence Ronco 3. Ma at the Basketball Game-Leota Hinckley By Leota Hulse Black 4. The Old Rugged Cross-Iudy White By Samuel Davenport 5. The Home Talent Rehearsal-Anita Rollins By I. L. Harbour The Burgomaster ffrom The Bells Q Eddie Heath By Lewis 7. The Cat Came Back-Ioanne Mealey By Leota Hulse Black Mr. Bishop coached the speakers who did .1 very good job. Lawrence Ronco was first with Anita Rollins second. Leota Hinckley was third. The judges were as follows: 6.