Plainfield High School - Hermiad Yearbook (Central Village, CT)

Text from Pages 1 - 104 of the 1929 volume:

M THE HERMI Vol. XVII Plainfield High School May, 1929 No. I Issued annually by the students of Plainfield High School. Single copy, thirty cents. . EDITORIAL BOARD . . . . . . .Helen Dawley Editor-in-Chief ........ Assistant Literary Editor. . . .... Thomas Hargreaves School Activities Editor .... . . .Evelyn Troening' Athletic Notes Editor ..... . . .Witoldo Bakanowsky Joke Box Editor ..... ..... L ucien Bonnin Art Editor ..... . . .Clyde Leech Alumni Editor ..... ....... E thel Gallup Business Manager .......... .... E dward Coughlin Manager ....................... Eva Bellavance Assistant Business AUXILIARY BOARD Assistants to the School Notes Editor Norma Day ..... ....... 1 929 Viljo Hill ....... .... Ruth Potvin .... ..... 1 930 Phyllis Sanderson ........ Assistants to the Joke Box Editor Charlotte Kitchin ........ 1929 Charles Lafreniere ....... Elizabeth Baker ......... 1930 George Gauthier .... . . . 1929 1930 1929 1929 1929? 1931 1914 1930 1931 1931 1932 1931 1932 Q Table of Contents Success-CWalter Koss, 19291 ........ Does It Pay-Clda M. Tracy, 19291 ................. A Lament-fEdward Bellavance, 19301 ................ From Immigrant to Inventor-Games Fanning, 19291 . .. Ballad of the Ten Freshmen--CDonald Gallup, 19301 Silence, A Protest--Games Foy, 19291 ............... The Way of Ambition--QChar1otte V. Kitchin, 19291 . . Evolution: of Literature-fLucien Bonniu, 19291 ....... Egbert's First Trip to the Zoo-fDorothy Barber, 19291 .... The Bluebird-CFidelis 0'Neil, 19301 ............. ..... The Swimming Party-eflrene Generous, 19291 On Hornets--CJohn Dodge, 191301 ........... . ....... ..,.. A Tragedy-CDonald C. Gallup, 19201 ...................... First Impression of Physical Training'-fHelen Krauss, 19301 To the Class of 1930-ffDonald Gallup, 19301 ............... The Class of 1929 .....................,....... Whose Class is Best--QNorma Day, 19291 .... Class Photographs ............ ........... School Notes ............... Student General Association Social and Dramatios ........ Assemblies ............... Athletics ..... Baseball .. Football ........ 'Basketball .......... Girls' Basketball ..... Interclaes Basketball .... Track ................ Joke Box ............... Alumni Notes ..... , ..........., Cartoon .... ..... ........ . . . ..... Our Advertisers-Patronize Them ................. ILLUSTRATIONS 2 Hermiad Board ........ Football Team .......... Boys' Basketball Team .... Class Photograph ........ Girls' Basketball Team .... .. Baseball Team .......... . . pp JS Q fo CDG Fl D-4 C21 .. 11 .. 13 .. 15 17 .. 18 .. 19 .. 20 .. 21 .. 21 .. 22 .. 23 24 . 25 34 3-5 .. 36 39 .. 43 .. 43 44' 46 .. 47 .. 48 .. 49 .. 50 61 .. 66 .. 67 . . . . . Frontispiece .....0pposite page 12 .....0pposite page 22 .Opposite page 24 . . . Oppogifg pggg 33 .Opposite page 41 6361 CIHVOEI CIVIIAIHHH THE HERMIAD Q SUCCESS Q CWalter Koss-19291 measure success in terms of wealth, others in terms of achievement. It is easy to see that one cannot become wealthy honestly, unless he makes HE desire of every normal man in the world is success in life. Some something of himself. It follows naturally that one who makes something of himself will make money. No matter how strong the desire or how determined the purpose one cannot achieve distinction in the twinkle of an eye. Nevertheless, a person should make a brave attempt and at least try to make of himself as much as he can. He should aim high and work hardy then he will at least make a good living. It is natural that everyone should strive to make a good living. This means that he must make enough money to live comfortably, educate his children, provide protection for himself and for his dependents, enjoy some of the luxuries of the world, and save enough money to insure him a com- petency in his old age. This is by no means an easy task to accomplish. Most men in this world barely make a living for themselves. As a consequence, when in need, they will have to depend on support from others. A The question now arises: What procedure must a person follow in order to succeed in life? The answer to the question is complex and differs with the individual. Nevertheless the first thing to do is to select a definite career, that is, choose a vocation that appeals most, one that seems to fit the needs of the person. After this is done, concentration of thought and effort on the accomplishment of the chosen vocation is necessary. It is a great mistake to drift along aimlessly and trust to good fortune to become successful in life. The majority of those who follow the line of least resistance achieve nothing and are numbered among the unskilled. They cannot make much for themselves, because they have not made much of themselves. Being unskilled they have to labor along with their associates, they cannot enjoy themselves, and probably will not be able to provide com- fortable living for themselves and their dependents. ' It would be ideal if every young man could select a definite vocation before entering high school, This would enable him to lay his course and concentrate his efforts accordingly. His vocation would bring him something detinite to work for, something to inspire him, something that would serve as a beacon beckoning him to go forward. Many young' students have no e. 5. ia ffwrcf 'rw-HY. M, ,GM ', if Y Y s 3 9 5? ii ,ELA . 5 fi fl , ,Q -JF! he Q 55 .55 J . 1A is :5'.,. f . it ,af f 3 :fi 'Q-it . 21 F it ' 'r e-'af '-ik 'JP' , .. 'Er 1' . Ny -Z - : 'ir ,,. ,i .2 1 1 LM 1 it 'M ,. - L: Lf, , :fs JA: tg fa it if i ,,,,' .. 1 RTK, If:- l UHF-,ay ' ,V-5 'f v' W F' if fivu-at-Crwqwn-w -QHE ganammnv-A W i de nite plan when they enter high school. Some are fortunate enough to st ke the right course while others wander from one course to another, mziking it hard for themselves, achieving very little toward success, then, w n graduation comes, they wonder why they are not up to the standards of th course. If a pupil cannot decide definitely before entering high school, hejshould at least decide as quickly as possible while he is attending a second- ary school, so that he will be able to place special emphasis on some subjects which will benefit him most. i The second element making for success is the aim to develop a personality th t corresponds to ideal manhood. The term personality is used in the broad se se of the word. It means that man should develop himself so that he can co! mand respect, admiration, and confidence of his fellowmen. i The matter of personality is now receiving more thought and attention a ong people. It is a deciding factor in making of success. Men that are ex erienced in placing men in positions of responsibility can fully see the value of a pleasing personality and its effects on other people. Examples of the value of personality are around us. One man will make an immediate success while another, equally as well qualified, will struggle years before hei can obtain any degree of success. The true success is not due to luck, buit to success factors which are ability, personality and perseverance. The better these factors are developed, the greater will be the success. i At times it will take all the will power and determination you haveg nevertheless do not give upg keep on going. Never give up, has been the motto of many successful men. Therefore it should be the motto of every individual who desires any degree of success. There is not such a word as can't g everything can be done by hard labor. Giving up because some things come hard, quitting because he lacks sufficient backbone to carry on, dropping because of discouragement, turns a man's spine into jelly, and makes a loser of a possible winner. The failures are due chiefly to lack- of perseverance and hard labor. Work while you work and play while you play andathen you will never waste any valuable time. In other wordsg Constancy of purpose brings Success. was HEBMIAD 1 DOES IT PAY? flda M. Tracy--19291 S this is a theme for the Hermiad and since most of the readers of this magazine are high school children, I have decided to write a story with a moral attached to it. This decision was based upon a systematic study of the different classes of children around me. The time is around the last of any month and the scene is any class room in which a monthly exam is being giveng the characters, a group of children sitting expectantly at their desks, papers before them, pencils poised, and their whole attitude that of dejected martyrs. The signal is given to turn over the papers and all start to write simultaneously. A half hour previously, a small, timid youngster had witnessed a solemn compact between two of the smartest girls of the class and the smartest boy. One of the girls, whispering excitedly, neglecting to lower her voice to the medium usually obtained when discussing private and important affairs of any kind, uttered the following words which the youngster, who, by the way, had no intentions of eavesdropping, overheard. Eddie, will you manage to sit in front of us during the test, and turn your paper so that we may see it if we get stuck? Well, said Eddie, you know it would seem funny if I should sit way over there by you girls, and anyway all the fellows would laugh at me. Then you do not think it would be worth doing, even for the sake of two dances at the Senior reception ? pleaded the second girl, W-e-l-1, two dances each with two pretty girls are not to be sneezed at, he decided, and added abruptly, All right, I'll do itg but be careful or we'll get caught. With these words he hurried away to join the rest of the gang. There. laughed one of the girls, didn't I tell you it would be easy? Yes, the other replied, you're a wizard all right. At this moment the bell rang and the two hurried to the class-room. The timid youngster, making her way more slowly, muttered between set teeth, So that is the way they do itg no wonder they always get on the honor roll. Eddie is such a nice boy too: they have no right to bother him. I'll bet they won't give him the dances at the reception either. Thus a very indignant young girl found herself one seat in back of the two schemers and two seats in back of the adored Eddie. One hour passed, during which time the exams were completed and collected. 8 THE HERMIAD The next day the teacher returned the corrected papers, saying as she did so: I was very much disappointed in these papers, for I find that there are only three one-hundreds in the whole class of more than thirty. The three who find a one-hundred mark on their papers may come to the front of the room. . The two girls and Eddie made their way to the front of the room, the former laughing, and the latter self-conscious and ashamed. I find, continued the teacher, that there is a similarity beween these three papers that is not only evident but very conspicuous, and in view of the fact that Mr. Chapman overheard a little conversation between you three, I have entered two zeroes and only one one-hundred in my rank book. Eddie, I have not altered your mark but remember, you are too good a student to bother with girls who are low enough to cheat. Girls, I am ashamed of you ! she said. The three slowly made their way back to their seats, this time, two with their heads bowed in shame, and one who bore the look of a person who has learned a great lesson. The little girl received a mark of 98, and was exceedingly proud, for the work was her own. Eddie was obliged to stand in front of the room with the little girl, and receive congratulations-they were the smartest pupils in the class! Let me add, also, that Eddie did not lack dances at the reception for he had suddenly become a great hero in the eyes of one little girl who danced fully as well, if not better, than the two cheats. iff? A LAMENT 1Edward Bellavanee-1 9305 Why are you sad, my little man? Why do you feel so blue? I had a test, the young man said And I flunked the same as you. That is too bad, my little man, What will your father say? I do not know, the young man said, But, I'm sure l'll rue the day. THE HERMIAD 9 FROM IMMIGRANT TO INVENTOR Uames Fanning--1 9291 T has been said that a biography is the best thing in literature. This is especially true of an autobiography because the writer can portray his own thoughts and ideas as no one else can. Michael Pupin's autobiog- raphy, From Immigrant to Inventor, is an excellent autobiography. It gives us a good idea of the thoughts of a man who set out to solve the prob- lems of natural phenomena, and succeeded. As a boy in a tiny Serbian village, Michael Pupin began to wonder at the things around him. What is light? he asked himself. This was one of his first problems and one which he has not answered to his own satisfaction even yet. The boys of the village, while watching the cows at night, signalled to each other by tapping the handles of knives stuck in the ground. Hard ground carried the sound better than soft groundg why? He found the answer many years later during his experiments with electricity. Michael soon outlearned the village school and went to a high school in a neighboring town.. There he learned what lightning was and upon his return home announced that lightning was an electrical spark and nothing else. His father arose in great indignation and denounced the heretic who daredto say that lightning was not sparks struck by the hoofs of the horses as the phophet Elias drove across the sky. The old man was pacified by his wife but Michael's thirst for knowledge was not at all lessened. He soon left high school and went to study in Budapest. He had heard of that wonderful land called America and of Benjamin Franklin and Abraham Lincoln who had lived there. Having become involved in political squabbles he decided to go to America where there was no tyranny by cruel nobles. Serbia was at that time ruled by Austria and Pupin hated all Germans and Austrians for many years after that. After nearly freezing on the journey across the Atlantic Michael finally arrived at New York with one American nickle as his entire fortune. He spent this on a piece of prune pie which he says contained more stones than prunes. If I had had five hundred dollars, he says, I should have been duped out of it in the same way because I was 'green'. He was hired the next day by a farmer and went to work with a somewhat unsatisfactory idea of America. At the farm he began to learn to speak English and at the end of a few months was able to speak it quite well. He soon left the farm and returned to the city where he met a Dutch boy of about his own age. Michael offered to paint the cart of a miserly baker for five dollars and board while doing the job. The baker was glad to get such cheap labor and quickly agreed. He did the job and left the baker's house with his five dollars and a pie for good measure. The paint washed off the Hrst time the cart was out in the rain because the painter had includedno drier. He did the job io ri-use asaunw again for the same amount but received no pie that time. All that winter was spent in shovelling coal and painting cellars. In the spring he went onto another farm. The farmer was a deeply religious man and tried to persuade Michael to join his church. Michael, however, remained true to the Orthodox Church and early one morning left the farm without giving notice. He sat under a tree near the entrance of a college and while watching the students go to class he resolved that he, too, would enter college at the iirst opportunity. His next work was as an assistant to an engineer in a factory. The engineer was a true philosopher and gave his helper many bits of advice which were of great help to him. He was promoted to a place in the shipping room and studied nights to obtain the knowledge of Greek and Latin neces- sary for entrance to college. His main object was to pass the examinations so that he would obtain free tuition. After much hard work the examination was passed successfully and he prepared to enter Columbia. Michael had, from his farm life, developed strong muscles and these helped him to gain esteem among his fellow students by winning the Fresh- man-Sophomore lemon rush and by gaining a place on the rowing team. He quickly gained fame in the college for his proficiency in mathematics and took a position as coach for students who were not good in that subject. At the time of graduation he received a scholarship to any other college which he might choose. The English colleges were best equipped at that time for electrical study so Pupin went to England, first, however, returning to his native village to see his mother. For some time he stayed in England delving deep into the nature of electricity. He soon saw that the German laboratories were best fitted for the investigations which he wished to conduct and so, overcoming his hatred for Germans, he went there and entered the laboratory of the great Von Helm- holtz. Helmholtz explained to him many puzzling problems and when he finally left Germany his hatred for that nation had disappeared. After another visit to his home he returned to America, at last convinced that he should become a permanent citizen of that country. He then set to work in earnest and discovered new processes of great help to the world. Studies into the nature of electricity were topped when Pupin heard of the discovery of X-rays. He set to work on this subject and discovered the method of X-my photography now used all over the world. Electrical tuning, without which radio selectivity would be impossible, was another of his great discoveries, made before radio was ever thought of, Michael Pupin is now a professor in Columbia University and has gained world renown for his explanations of electrical phenomena. His mother died many years ago but he says that without her help during his childhood he would not now be the great thinker which he is. x 'II-IE HERMIADN -W W Ybvg V-NWN W-wil BALLAD OF THE TEN FRESHMEN fDonald C. Gallup-19301 Ten timid Freshmen, looking most divine, One was initiated-then there were nine. Nine angelic Freshmen, not a small, bad trait, - But one went out for football-so there were eight. Eight important Freshmen could hardly count to 'leveng One met Miss Armstrong-then there were seven. Seven innocent Freshmen, taught a few new tricks, Mr. Chapman's office-and then, only six. Six weakening Freshmen, just barely alive, One skipped a P, T. class-then there were five, Five poor, poor Freshmen, praying for no more, One iiunked his mid-years--so there were four. Four tired Freshmen, longing to be free, One died of over-work--then there were three. Three lonely Freshmen, feeling rather blue, One sassed Miss Bouvier-then there were two. Two forgetful Freshmen, out for a rung They ran in the corridors-so there was one. One forsaken Freshie, didn't have any fun, He perished of homesickness-tl1at's why there are none. 4938? SILENCE-A PROTEST Games Foy--19291 T is embarassing to have entered upon an era in which we are asked to re- form and to be natural at the same time. Men have come through bursts of naturalness and they have not seemed to be permanently injured by the paroxysms of reformation, but to be both free and refined, for instance, must always appear complicated. Passionate appeals for spontaneity come from all sides and stir us to do our bit. There is no longer any argument against the awfulness of repression. Yet other considerations call us. The awkwardness must be plain even to the deepest dyed advocate of silence. Fancy the din of a neolithic dinner! In that splendid tumult punctuated by magnificent crunchings, and giving space and privilege to the chorused gusto of rude appetites, man must have made mighty sounds. A spectator who could for a moment have forgotten the rawness of the scene might have , aw 12 THE HERMIAD found in the symphonic uproar a truer revelation of man than all the later fumbling succeeded in doing, An ear correctly attuned would have deduced from a study of the Knights at a time when they were gnawing denuded bones under the Round Table, a better understanding than was 'possible to any sentimental Tennyson. The prophets of old who dipped their crusts in the common tureen could be simple men. In that day no taboo had yet vulgarized the primal music of mastication. That whole-hearted eating must have helped to establish the gastric integrity which centuries of politness have not wholly succeeded in breaking down. Without the testimony of children we are able to learn that noise is an expression of naturalness. The instinct to enjoy the sound of our own processes is repeatedly indicated in our habitual longing for expression. The blacksmith's joyous supplement to the strictly necessary blows of his weapon is a beautiful case in point. As the one-time neighbor of a blacksmith who has heard what he has heard I speak with precise authority. It would be absurd to pretend that all occupational sounds hold an equivalent glory, but I am positive that the carpenter not only knows but needs the cry of the driven nail and that shriek of his jackplane. If you understand carpentering you understand its impacts. The technique of nail- ing is capable of exquisite refinementsg these are more than welcome to the educated ear. Every occupation, no matter how trivial, advertises some phase of the same instinct. The man upstairs does not feel that his shoes areioff until he has made the fioor understand, When some one six iiights up shoots him- self, the thing passes without notice upon the theory of a slammed door. The natural way to know that a door is closed, as any child may teach us, is by the detonation. Some people can look for a scarf or a glove in various drawers of a dresser upon the same theory. Each thud seems to say with particular malice, Well, it isn't in that drawer anyway. If the Searcher is a fragile lady imperfectly addicted to swearing each thud is not only a wooden damn but a rich and virulent obscenity. Therefore silence is a degenerate ideal. When we say that a man likes to hear himself talk We are uttering the veriest platitude. One's own bron- chial reliefs are the true basis of vocal art. It is so with all expression. How can you feel busy if you are noiseless? How can you be brisk on rubber heels? Imagine a man at a trolley lever who could not get an answering thunder! Imagine a restaurant dishwasher after a well meaning science has invented rubber plates! J It is in domestic noises, however, that we get the sharpest suggestion of dangerous ideals. Rather handsome caveman snores have resulted in more separations than the most silent drinkings. When love was simpler and strong men were stronger there was no debate over the trivial rhythms of life. In those days men ate soup in a manly way, They had a sort of bearded appre- ciation. Silent maleness is modern but it may lead to great degeneration. 4 -Ia, ft 82,61 IAIVHLL 'YIVELLOOJ Rf THE HERMIAD 13 Nature is still another beautiful case in point. Nature is a liberal, now majestically silent, now roaring superbly. The universe is under a long-time contract. It will not do to be too reckless with mufliers. The great terror may be silence. - iris THE WAY OF AMBITION 1 Charlotte V. Kitchin-1 92 91 I HAT great compendium of knowledge, Webster's Unabridged, says ambition is a seeking for prefermentf' This is, necessarily, a general definition. It is impossible to give anything else in a dictionary be- cause there are so many types of ambition. If we know that ambition is a seeking for preferment, and if we have any common sense at all, we can easily decide for ourselves how it should be classified. What young lad does not wish to grow up in the exact image of his hero, probably, at present, Colonel Lindbergh, Babe Ruth or any number of others? What petty politician is not striving to reach the heights, either by fair means or foul? What professional man does not wish to reach one of the top rungs of the ladder? Even in smaller things, what player on a basketball squad does not wish to make the varsity team? What Senior has not a longing, deep down in his heart, to be in the Senior play or to take some part in the graduation exercises? Ambition is sometimes so great that it leads men and women from the straight and narrow, if I may be allowed to use this trite expression. They force the weaker ones out and steal a march on them so to speak. It proves Darwin's theory of the survival of the fittest, or a least the strongest. That is ambition of a sort but we must be willing to sacrifice sometimes, to do our Boy Scout Act. Don't you think that in the long run the man who can sacrifice once in a while has an easier conscience? I think so, and I also think he gains more in the end. In a recent moving picture one of the subtitles read, Ambition is but a shadow, love is a reality. Needless to say the speaker was very much in love and he did not stop to think that he was ambitious in that respect. A seeking for prefermentf' He was pleading his cause because that was exactly what he was doing, seeking for preferment in his lady's favor. Is there any love without ambition? Recall Sydney Carton in The Tale of Two Cities and how he Went to the guillotine to save Charles Darnay. Well, you say, I can see no great ambition there. No, but it is the greatest sacrifice a man can make and we can truly say of Sidney Carton, Greater love hath no man than this, that he lay down his life for his friends. ' Instead of giving their lives for their friends some men are so ambitious i4 g THE HERMIAD that they take the life of one whom they have hitherto called friend. For instance, there is the case of Macbeth, who, prompted by Lady Macbeth, killed Duncan, King of Scotland. Why? Because he wished to be king, at any 'rate if he didn't wish to be Lady Macbeth, wished him to be, which in some cases amounts to the same thing. Contrast him with our own Abraham Lincoln. How different they are, Macbeth so weak, Lincoln so strong and yet so Weak. By saying Lincoln was weak I do not want you to misunderstand my meaning. He was not weak spirited or wishy-washyg far from that. When I say weak, I mean tender and compassionate. He could not see a bird suffering, much less take a man's life. Nevertheless this great man had his own life taken by the hands of an assassin. Lincoln was strong in doing what he considered right. Immediately after his election in 1860 he chose one of his opponents for an important place in his cabinet. He was not ambitious for personal glory either, but he was ambitious for his country. We know Lincoln as the Savior of the Union. You all probably have heard of A. Parkes Cadman. As a young man he came to the United States from England. He had completed as much of his education as he could get in schoolsg the rest he obtained from experience. This education was by no means easy to obtain for he was obliged to work. When he was nine years old he was working in a mine, hard labor for a man let alone a child. His father was a minister and Dr. Cadman has fol- lowed in his footsteps. We may take an apt quotation from the work that Dr. Cadman teaches, For whosoever exalteth himself shall be abased, and he that humbleth himself shall be exalted. No one could say that Dr. Cadman ever exalted himself yet by his ambition, which is to serve his fellow men no matter what the cost, he is exalted. It works the other way as well, for surely Julius Caesar was exalted, yet by himself, and he was murdered. Macbeth was not the only one who wished to reign, for John Milton tells us that in heaven, Satan, who was then an Archangel, gathered a host of rebel angels and tried to rule. As a result they found themselves thrust out. Nevertheless, Satan's ambition was fulfilled because he said, Here we reign secureg and, in my choice, To reign is worth ambition, though in Hell: Better to reign in Hell than serve in Heaven. I hope I have made clear to you some of the types of ambition and the results. We would not be wise to follow in the footsteps of Macbeth, Julius Caesar, or Satan, but it would do us no harm to try and model ourselves somewhat on Abraham Lincoln, or Dr. Cadman, They are both persons to be admired. Theodore Roosevelt, for seven years president of the United States, spoke very truly when he said, The law of worthy life is fundamen- tally strife. It is only through labor, painful effort, by grim energy and resolute courage, that we move on to better things. W - THE HERMIAD g -L5 EVOLUTION: OF LITERATURE fLucien Bonnin--19291 E' HROUGH long, bewildering centuries, English Literature has given to the masses esthetic guidance, uplifting them from that self-destructive sordidness, giving them ideals to safeguard against retrogression. Even so, in this attainment of high ideals in literature, the inferior contributions of other nations were of vital importance, as links, composing a great, gilded chain. 5 'V Milton inherited from the Greeks his high ideals and delicacy. In Greek writings he also found the sustained sublimity gracing his works. Shakes- peare, however, ran a medium course between preceding literary special- ists, -naturalists, moralists, scientists, and classicists. Learning from his predecessors, he developed into the greatest genius of all time. Subsequent literature is a more or less individual interpretation of principles already embodied in literature, to keep them alive in the minds of men and useful to, humanity. h Thus, I make bold to say, England's rightful claim to supremacy in literary achievement lies in the well developed science of, chronology- briefly, that it antedates other good literature and thus has the attribute of originality. This much will I say for American Literature, it is inferior to England's merely ,in the latter's superiority, not because of any disease or shortcoming in the latter, Even so, its quality is, I fear, sadly underestimated. Let us take into consideration, summarily, the circumstances which influenced W Q' each. f' England, as a world power, has had about fifteen hundred years of development, America is in its infancy. The government of England is a highly efficient, well-perfected mechanismg America is an experiment. In the assimilationof the various racial elements resulting in the Briton of today, Fate-gand Nature cooperated to stamp out ,detrimental qualities and .promote good ones., When the Briton, during the eleventh century, absorbed the Norseman, only the, superior qualities of both races survivedxthe test furnished gratuitouslyby the rugged, stern climate. There existed then a racial antip- athy, even as we observe now, in thexsupposedly superior race toward the inferior-and even vice-versa. f OWU English history fthat just cited and the presentj diier merely in the test which eliminates the evils of assimilation and perpetuates the best qual- ities of each race: in England, it was a physical test, in America, it is a mental test. Whether or not this fact denotes a marked advance is a matter of conjecture, for the sound body of the Briton necessitated a sound mind, whereas the sound mind of the American denotes a sound body. Nevertheless, the Briton physique and mentality has been, hitherto, unsurpassed. Was Providence as element to the founding. of the new Republic? Is the national I 1 .I, V. T' 1,77 Qld A UK , Ig 5 el is THE HEBMIAD character of the American being properly developed? Will it eventually sur- pass the Briton? The only answer is a shrug, with a Much could be said on either side. But so much will I vouchsafe--a superior literature will herald the coming of a superior race. Why? Because in civilization, as well as in colonization, pioneers penetrate the bewildering hazea, drawing in their wake crowds made eager by pressure exerted from behind. Such a pioneer was Shakespeare, .xx ,J The fact that thei Literature in Embryo of America was conceived under more propitious circumstances is in itself a favorable sign. Hitherto, American literature has been a by-product of greater, more vital activities. Inspired by the Revolution, Francis Scott Key wrote the Star Spangled Banner. It occupies a humble place in American Literature, but who can evaluate its importance? How many battles did it win in the Revolution? To what extent is it re ponsible for America's independence and consequently: what does humanity owe it? C-is Similarly did Whittier espouse such a cause and devote himself entirely to the abolition of slavery, thus early did the world at large benefit by American literature. The Transcendentalists, echoes of Omar Kahayyam, failed on a theme so grand, so glorious, that success in its pursuance must be reserved to after times. And so, dropping the tantalizing, deceiving haze of theology, the over- wrought mind finds solace in music and poetry--sprightly music and tripping poetry, and birds and songs and brooks and flowers and the bounties of God heaped on man. Of such a bent was Sidney Lanier's mind. His life is a poem of tragedy and perseverance, beauty and sublimity. Born in a family of musicians, his genius was, nevertheless, outstanding. The calm serenity, the unalloyed happiness of his life as a musician, were blasted by the Civil War. Could a person of his calibre witness his country's defeat! Could he stand by and see his brother slain! Could he shirk! His talent entitled him to more than ordinary consideration, but, had he ignored the call, he had not been the indi- vidual that he was. No. Finding comfort in his music, he shouldered his gun and braved the morass. Constantly with his brother, he faced the danger of warfare, keeping alive with the music of his flute, the beauty of his mind. His brother died during that crisis. Nor was Sidney himself unscathed. The war left him a derelict among derelicts. So strong was his mind that he soon recuperated, but needs be that he fight a constant battle with con- sumption. He had, hitherto, lived as a musician. And what more could one aspire to! But no. Probably because he had mastered so thoroughly and so easily the instrument, he deemed music unworthy to be a vocation,-not serious enough, not manly. Consequently, he turned his attention to literature. In many stanzas do we find the niellow melody of his flute forever crystalized. THE I-IERMIAD 17 In one poem especially, Sunset, does Lanier awaken an appreciation of the beauties of nature and confer that sense of utmost reconciliation with life. He refers not to the chaotic twilights on the battlefield, where the sun was engulfedin dripping, scarlet clouds., He depicts the calm, soothing dusk, the evening star heralding myriads of sisters with the decline of the rich golden sunlight, the cool seal of darkness kindly placed over a nation at rest. In Sunset, did Lanier write an elegy to the stricken hopes of his people? Nowhere in his writing is found one murmur of discontent at the course of fate. All is beauty, stern, pulsating, trickling, merciful. Time has shown that The falling out of faithful friends, the renewal is of love. Here we have, as exemplified by Sidney Lanier, an 'immature national character, developed under edifying conditions, complying to stern quali- fications, so capable even in its imperfectness, Would that we might live to see the result! is EGBERT'S FIRST TRIP TO THE ZOO fDorothy Barber-19291 GBERT VAN SWAGGER, JR. was seated very uncomfortably on the edge of a beautifully polished Wind or chair in the stilted drawing room of his father's spacious 5th Avenue mansion. Egbert was patiently awaiting his governess who was to take him to the Zoo where he was to receive his first lesson in Zoology. Steps were heard and Egbert looked up expectantly. Miss Gray, the governess, entered the room with Mrs. Van Swagger. Egbert was given final instructions concerning his behavior, such as Now Egbert, don't forget to use your handkerchief, or Egbert, don't ask too many questions. Finally, they were ready to leave and Egbert, the silent, drew a long breath of relief as they seated themselves in the new limousine that was driven by Edward, the Van Swagger chauffeur, and waxed very talkative, He proceeded to bore and distract Miss Gray with questions and stories which he thought were very amusing. Eventually they reached the Zoo, where the guide, whom Mr. Van Swagger had hired to conduct them around, at once led them to the section where the elephants were quartered. Egbert, whose knowledge of animals extended little beyond his mother's Pomeranian, gazed wide eyed. Miss Gray proceeded to divulge all her knowledge of elephants to the eager lad. This happened at every cage until they reached the one where the chimpanzees were kept. Egbert, who had run on ahead, suddenly stopped and stared. Lad, the pet of the Zoo, was fixedly regarding the child. Ooh, Miss Gray, l?n-,,r,,W,,nr,,,,,,s,,,M,,,r, THE 'HERWADI -,,, -M cried Egbert, doesn't he look like Daddy? Miss Gray hastened to remon- strate, but Egbert retained his opinion. At different intervals, during the rest of the trip, he kept referring to the resemblance the chimpanzee bore to his fond parent. That evening at dinner, Mr. Van Swagger asked Egbert how he had enjoyed himself at the Zoo. Egbert answered with enthusiasm: Oh, I had a great time, Daddy, and what do you think? There was great big chimpan- zee --here a strangledygcjry, was heard from Miss Gray- that looked just like you. I wondered if he was relat-- At this juncture the young enthusiast was firmly lifted from his chair by two strong arms and carried ug to his room where his nurse was given instruction to put him to bed in solitary darkness with only bread and milk, which Egbert detested, for rations. Later, while trying to forget the gnawing pains in his stomach, trying to go to sleep, Egbert wondered, Now what did I do that wasn't right? A as THE BLUEBIRD QFidelis O'Neil-1 930 J Cheery little bluebird, Can you tell me, pray, What you have been doing On this summer day? I watched you all the morning And listened to you sing, And saw the sunlight Hashing On your bright, blue wing. Your little trills and carols Give hope to waking spring. What need of other labor When you gladness bring? Billy: Isn't it queer that ladies never have numbers on their names, like George III? Betty: Did you ever hear of Sally IV ? Exchange --.rr W. ..--..-,W-.-.. .A,A iQ .-.--.-,.rr-m,,19 THE SWIMMING PARTY flrene Generous-19291 A EVERAL weeks before the opening of this story West and Gane's Department Store had been robbed, and over S5000 was gone. It seemed a tragedy to the small town, but no clues were left to go by, and a small club of girls was trying to solve the problem. Our club room was on the shore of West Lagoon, and a very large pine tree shadowed the little house. We had more than this problem be Tfore us, 'for we also wanted to aid the new library fund. One morning Gladys, the president of our club, coming to open the place, was astonished to find the door to the main room unlocked. When leaving she locked the door and took the key home. The next day was to be the fourth meeting since the robbery. As we came to the lodge, Gladys, who had told us beforehand of her previous adventure, noticed the door was again ajar. We made a silent entrance, but gasped when we saw a scraggly paper on the table which read, You will find what you are looking for in a soldered can. All of us thought of the robbery. But who wrote this note? How did the person know what we were looking for? The letter had simply noted what the money was in, but not a word as to where it was. Just the same, the note was placed in the vase on the mantel, and occasionally re-read. Finally we knew that we could never find and restore the stolen money without the help of others, so we gave up. Still, the note remained, and the paper became yellow from staying so long in the vase. Summer was coming, and we would soon have many visitors, but no one mentioned destroying the only clue we had. All the cottages had not been occupied yet, but the L. M, N. Girls Club had its first swimming party. At least fifteen girls crowded in and out of the old shanty and finally went in swimming. Gladys was easily the best swimmer of the party and of course she was the entertainer. All of us agreed to play follow the leader, and she was the leader. One of her stunts was to dive off the raft and pull yourself down by the rope until you reached the anchor of the raft. She returned with her eyes very large, and the next girl that Went down was amazed also, but nothing was said. Finally Gladys asked us, Did you see a soldered can down there, attached to the anchor? Yes, I did, said Liz. I saw something attached to it with a chain, I cried. And the others all admitted having seen the can. Gladys told us to dive down and haul up the chain and can, after she unhitched it. She was gone in a minute, but she soon returned after having no success. The ques- tion was: would we call the others? No, we wanted the honor of getting it ourselves, so down she went again, and returned with better luck, When 20 THE HERMIAD we got the can in our hands, we all mysteriously swam ashore, got dressed, and went to town, leaving the party 'as it was. After giving the can to the police, our doubt was confirmed, as it was the money from West and Gane's Store. The chief of police told Gladys that he had two men locked up, whom he thought were the criminals, but the question of the note remained to be solved. When Gladys saw the two men she took the note from her pocket and the crimnials stared at each other. Finally, the older man admitted having written it, to revenge his partner, because he wanted more than his share of the money. They hid the loot under the raft until they could come to an agreement. A week later our club received a check as a reward, and with it we repaired the club house and the remainder was given to the much needed library fund. this ON HORNETS QJohn Dodge-19307 AST fall I desired to add to my collection a large hornet's nest. I had a few small nests and desired to add to these the gray and airy house of the hornet. I found one of a very large size some time after cold weather had set in and hung it by a string in my cabinet with the rest of my collection. I forgot about it until spring, When warm weather came I decided it would do no harm if I cleaned the cabinet and proceeded to do so, when I was reminded of the nest, and if I remember rightly it was a hornet that reminded me. He jogged my memory in some way and called my atten- tion to it. Memory is sometimes located in funny placesg it certainly wasn't where I thought it was. It seemed as though it existed in a great many places, as a matter of fact, wherever he touched me, and every reminder left a little red spot. Then more hornets came to renew old acquaintance. One lit on my lip. I suppose he thought it was a rose or an apple blossomg when he went away it looked like an artichoke. I put some mud and a wet sheet on it to cool it off and reduce the swelling so I could get through the door and away from the hornets. Hornets lit all over me, crawled up my legs and arms and down my backg I didn't dare try to stop them for it is very, very easy to make them angry and I was not in the mood to have a fight. It brought to mind an incident when I was younger. I was walking in the field when I saw a hornet gathering honey from the bosom of a wild rose. I got a stick and stirred him up more as a joke than anything, He didn't THE HERMIAD 21 take it as a joke though. In fact he came for me and lit in my golden hair. He scraped his feet the had hob-nail shoes onj stamped them, kicked, and danced around in my hair, and he felt as big as a locomotive. I had to whack my head against a stone wall to make him stop kicking and then go and stick my head in the frogpond to cool off. My head looked like a bunch of summer squashes for the next two weeksg and if I had had to wear a hat the only thing that would have fitted me would have been the ash can. 5444? A TRAGEDY fDonald C. Gallup-1 9201 H Please, Teacher, will you tell me? My hair is growing gray With worrying o'er my monthly workg Please drive this fear away. The teacher looked and looked and stared Then cleared her throat to say: Young man, you need not worry, You have a nice big A. U The poor, poor boy fell in a faint, 0, woe betide this day! The shock was too much for his brain- So he gasped and passed away. iff? FIRST IMPRESSION OF PHYSICAL TRAINING fHelen Krauss-1 9301 had been a Freshman for three weeks and secretly thought that I had not made such a blunder of this new enterprise after all. I had become acquainted with other members of the class and we had arrived at the stage where we thought our class was the class. ll have since learned that this is a characteristic of all Freshmen.J All went well until the first of the fourth week when we were told we must take P, T. I had heard some Sophomores say, The poor Freshmen gg, THE P11-:argl-,QW ure of P. H. S. With this and other are soon to be introduced to the tort remarks, I did not look forward to the project. The dreaded time came, I couldn't understand the leader at all. She said Eyes right! and expected us to know that We were to turn our heads. Then Right Face ' and told us to turn on our heels. The next command was , . Count off by fours! The first girl said four, so I said Height. Evidently I was wrong. We hadn't straightened all this out in our minds when we were given exercises. This was worse than the drilling. The leader said Attention, then At Ease. She repeated this about eight times and finally declded to t' h ut have us stay at attention, Then you should have seen the mo ions s e p through One of them was to do deep-knee bending and the leader was us . horrified because we could not keep our balance. fShe lost hers, but I guess that was permissible because she was the leader.J The period was nearly over, the leader shouted, Fall out. When translated, this meant we were dismissed. Then we hurried and scurrled to get ready for class. The next day, there was a look of agony on the face of every Freshman who climbed the stairs. 154413 TO THE CLASS OF 1930 fDonald Gallup-19301 Shall I compare thee to a galaxy? Thou art far brighter, far more of a sight, Dark clouds do blot away stars from the sky, But thine is everlasting, spotless light. Thy charms are like the rarest precious stone, But nay,--a precious stone, a false may be, And who can doubt thy value, so well known, Thy charms and ripening inborn quality? All mortal things soon die and go their ways, But thy great name will never be forgot- Poets, scholars, authors, all will sing thy praise And thy immortal virtues dim will not. When thy career on earth does end, Alas! All men will say, That surely was a class ! Apologies to W. S. H SV VH .LEDI WVFILL 1'I Ziil L 6 54 ,M .4 wg c 2 l 1 . 4, '. . , 'ffjkl-,,,1 V ,xfyh '-PM x .. fn, 1 4- ,., . 2:1 4 Un na? ...Hx ,Q :r - J, 4 g - ' -591.1 , f. ' Idiyix L- 1Ci.1,..j ' r-gawk, 1 ., ,wtf .. 'x fifth V. W. . , Qfd,:..' iff lf? ,ggi 5 ., TFIIEZ CILJkSEi 1929 1. .xx .ina W' X ., , , ,U Elmi- ,ww THE HERMIAD WHOSE CLASS IS BEST? 4Norma Day-19293 In perusing the annals of classes I find things that puzzle my brain For in word and in song They proclaim loud and long In the same egotistic refrain Our Class is best. Now in this I may err, for I'm apt to, Such things I've done often before But I can't quite make out- That I'm thick, there's no doubt- How, with logic, all classmen can roar 77 Our Class is best. It's absurd in my own estimation For classmen to try to uphold That like each class before- And there were such galore- The others were good but we hold Our Class is best. You may wonder I can't understand it, For all may be quite clear to youg But what I can't conceive Is how each can believe They are good when of course it is true OUR CLASS IS BEST. I P N 5 i 1 THE HERMIAD FRANCIS EDWARD BAKANAU A towering oak that dwarfs the surrounding plains. -Goldxmith. Francis, one of our tallest Seniors, comes from Canterbury, and keeps us well informed on the many activities of that metropolis. He has played center on the varsity basketball team. He was scheduled to take part in the Senior Play but on account of illness he could not be there. We confidently expect he will become a mathematician of renown in the near future. As a side- line he may take up truck-driving because he is extremely efficient in that art. WITOLDO BAKANOWSKY kiniall. alert, with energy dynamic. -Sandburg. Witoldo Bakanowsky, better known as Bucky is one of the most popular boys of the Senior class, espe- cially among the opposite sex. In athletics Backy has proved his prowess, engaging in basketball, baseball and football throughout his four years. He has won scholas- tic honors also, for his name appears on the honor roll with unfailing regularity. He is also a member of the Hermiad Board. We feel sure that Backy can find success in whatever profession he may undertake. LUCIEN RAYMOND BONNIN Hi sy! Liie's a bloomin' bore. -Judge. Lucky has two distinguishing characteristics, his liking for Webster's Unabridged and his h'English h'ac- cents. He demonstrates the former on all occasions and he gave ample evidence of his ability in the latter, as Alaric in the Senior play. Seriously speaking though. Lucien is versatile. He is an honor student, a good violinist, manager of track during his Senior year. joke box editor of the 1929 Hermiad, and he has played right guard on the varsity football during his Junior and Senior years. STANLEY JOSEPH DERDA UThere is no rest for the wicked. --Old Saw, This quotation is strangely applicable to Stanley's busy career at P. H. S. During his first two years he was an enthusiastic athlete, taking part, a big part, in the three major sports. But, alas and alack, his heart was touched. Whom to blame, we know not: it is sufficient to say that Stanley withdrew from athletics. But he was not allowed to retire wholly. Who was better suited to serve as manager of athletics than a former participant, acquainted with the minute details of every game, knowing the exact strength of every opponent? Thus did Stanley acquit himself of his duty to his school. JOHN TIMOTHY DRISCOLL l hurry and scurry and scuttle along. -Tennyson. If you can imagine Jake hurrying and scurrying along, you have a most elastic imagination. John handled the pecuniary matters of the class during the first two years. In his Junior year he was one of the big guns on the varsity football team. His chief characteristics are his knickers lwhich have no rivals? and the brilliance of his complexion. THE HERMIAD JAMES ROLAND FANNING Uflnce he saw a youth Blushing and addressed himg 'Courage, my boy! That is the complexion of virtue'. -Anon. Jim Fanning is one of the many who make the daily trip from Moosup in the Rolls Royce De Luxe. His com- plexion is the envy of every girl in school. He's quiet, but possesses a keen sense of humor, and an ability to think quickly. Remember the day he debated with Paul and Backy? Good luck to Jim whatever walk of life he chooses to travel. JAMES SIMON FOY 'They say-what do they say? Let them say! -Old Greek Play, Jim l'enfant terrible of the Senior Class, evident- ly believes in beauty sleep for he is often caught snitch- ing cat -naps in French class. He is interested in more than sleep, however, for his devotion to Lola and Toots is a topic of never-failing interest to the school. As Trebonius in the travesty J. Caesar, given by the Junior Boys last year, he demonstrated his ability to act. During his first two years he played in the interclass basketball games and he was also class president. If you hear loud, dragging footsteps and sarcastic witticisms you need not look around: you know that Jim Foy is the culprit. ROMAN JAROSZ Theres great ability in being able to conceal one's ability. -La Rochejoucauld This self-contained youth from Moosup was class president during his Senior year and treasurer during his Junior year. He has won special scholastic recognition, being one of the five highest rank members of the class for the entire four years. He has devoted a portion of his time to working with the football squad, was chosen marshal for the commencement of nineteen twenty-eight, and took part in the Senior play. Roman is ever ready and willing to give aid to those who need it. Recently he has manifested a marked degree of interest in the Junior Class. WALTER EDDIE KOSS HTruly, there is no sound so rare as that of mine own voice. fCowpe'r. Eddie, as he is commonly called by his school- mates, is an all-round athlete who has served faithfully and well on the football, basketball and baseball teams. Eddie is just as proficient in his studies as in sports. He was the able treasurer of the class of '29 during his Senior year. He proved his dramatic ability in the Senior Play in the role of Brent. One often sees him galluping in the main room, before classes. ANDREW OLAVI LAAKSO Sturdy and staunch he stands. -Field. Olavi is one of the most dependable members of tho Class of '29, His football record is one of which any boy would be proud. He won laurels during his Senior year, playing left tackle. Olavi deported himself with great gravity as Jarvis, the butler in the Senior Play. YVe are led to wonder if he loves dogs. His quick steps and tendency to hurry indicate a nervous temperament. THE HERMIAD Y .Y -... WY. .. .. .. Y -i LEO SEIDMAN Man pleases me not: nay, humanity pleases me not. ---Tennyson. Leo is one of the silent but loyal members of the only class. His name is always on the honor list and he is especially fond of Math. He plays football although he has not been out for the team. His specialty is picking up waste paper. N ARTHUR DARWIN TRACY A man who toward Cauntabury wolden rydf-. --Clmucel. This boy with the illustrious given name does indeed ride toward Canterbury, and, not infrequently, does he ride away from it. During his residence in Plainfield High he has confounded all newcomers by his continued gravityg only on special occasions, such as interclass games, does he have anything to do with thef frivolous side of lite. We suspect he aspires to the Supreme Bench. ANTHONY WIEZBICKI I am Sir Oracle: when l open my mouth, let no dug bark. -Sl1alet'.vpi:uri'. Anthony is an argumentative youth-any class of which he is a member can vouch tor that fact. Yet Anthony can hold his own in any controversyfvand even tho' vanquished, he can argue still. Anthony cares naught for the fragrant weed, long familiarity has bred contempt. We sometimes wonder what can be the attraction in lhoosup that can account for his absence from our charm- ing circle? With proper training, he doc.sn't need en- couragement, Anthony should make a good lawyer. DOROTHY STEWART BARBER 'llappy :im II frcm tan- l'm free! Why aren't they all contented like me? --Op ru nf La Bayadfvr. Dolly is one of the shining lights ol' the class ol' '29. For four years she played basketball and her last year was captain of the varsity team. l'.ir two years she was a member of the Student Council and in her Senior year was secretary of the Student General Association. At football games she was ever prominent as a cheer leader. Her light, witty chatter has brightened many a lonzz study hour, ay, even a class period, and her frank smile has won her many friends among members of the mascu- line, as well as of the feminine, persuasion. EUNICE CHRISTIE COOK 'Shels bonnie, blooming, straight, and tall And lang has had my heart in llll'Elll.vg'BlIf71.l', The name Eunice, perhaps, suggests a glimpse of lavender and old lace, but this Eunice is far removed from such a setting. She is famous for her Pepsodent teeth and her variations of the wind-blown bob. She demon- strated her dramatic ability as Mrs. Enstowe in the senior play. We wonder how Eunice manages to keep so deliciously thin, for she never fails to patronize the lunch counter. Her school spirit cannot be questioned, yet her thoughts are elsewhere: and for all her chatting with the Hlrrepressiblesfi We feel that she still has a few secrets of her own. THE HERMAID JOSEPHINE TERESA CWYNAR Gai she is, also petite, Talkative and oh! so sweet. -eDrummond. Jo, quick of motion and cheerful of disposition, is one of Plainfield High School's most popular girls. She is a lover of jazz and a proficient dancer. She was busi- ness manager of the 1928 Hermiad. Her predominant feature is her mischievous eyes, which have done damage to many a masculine heart. She, Pearl, and Helen make an inseparable trio. If a low whistle is heard during an accuracy test, we all know Jo's error score is piling up. HELEN LORENNA DAWLEY Truly a Child of the ages, a very daughter of destiny. -Koran. Helen has Worked very hard as editor of out Herrniad to make it a success. That whatever she does is done well, is proved by the numerous typing awards, and by the interscholastic typing cup which she won for the school. She has served on many committees and has been a most efficient secretary and vice-president of the class. Never does she neglect her work for the frivolous side of life although at times she admits it is mighty interesting. He1en's clever, agile fingers surely ought to bring her success in the years to come. NORMA DAY HThis image is the merest trifle, Yet mindful of the light of day. 4Old Saying. Probably above all things it is Norma's frankness that makes her so well liked by all those who know her. As a Freshman she was vice-president of her class. Basketball furnished an opportunity for her to show her ability in athletics, and the Senior play, in which she took the part of Mrs. Chichester, showed us how exceed- ingly well Norma can act. Next year she intends to take a library science course at Simmons College. ISABEL LAURA FLYNN She discourseth sweet music and impelleth all to listen. -Bible. Isabel is noteworthy because she is one of our chief melody makers. Many indeed are the occasions when we have sat under the spell of her nimble Fingers. During her four years at P. H. S. her name has appeared on the honor roll with unfailing regularity. And can she debate? FLORA ADELAIDE GALLUP l'Tall, clear-eyed, locks of brown, The patruness of lluwers. -Trnnysnn. Flora is a tall, brown-eyed person from Moosup, who, this year, has been quite active on the girls' basketball team. playing center very successfully. Last year she did her part by entering the speaking contest and for this she deserves credit. As a typist she has won several medals for speed and accuracy: she was one of the Junior team in the 1928 contest. Her favorite recreation is dancing and ,playing the uke. Flora will always be remembered for her sweet smile. THE HERMIAD LENA ELEANOR GARSTKA t'In short measures life may perfect be. -Ben Jonson. Lena is the midget of the class of 1929. She was convincing in a kid part in the Senior play, Peg 0' My Heart. However. lack of size does not prevent her from winning frequent honors in the way of typing medals and mention on the honor roll. Her ambition is to become a private secretary. We are confident that it will be real- ized. Her favorite recreation is an enthusiastic perusal of Burke's Speech on the Conciliation with America. IRENE ANNIE GENEROUS A nixie, Pixie roguish look and a way that's all her own. -Drummond. Babe, as she is commonly called by her classmates, hails from Plainfield. During her four years she has played on the Girls' basketball team, and she has dis- tinguished herself as one of the finest forwards that the school has ever had. For her last three years she has shown her ability as a P. T. leader. In her Junior year she served faithfully as the class secretary. Babe, it might be added, is fond of Young masculine attention. PEARL ESTELLE GORENSKI Behold there appeared a pearl of great price.. -Bible. Pearl, one of our bright and cheerful Seniors, comes, as you would naturally expect, from Sterling. Her pleas- ing ways and mischievous black eyes have won her many friends and she has gained great popularity with the Fastest Four which proves that appearances certainly are deceiving. We confidently expect that Pearl will win honors for herself along her chosen line of endeavor, commercial work-particularly if she has an opportunity for debating. DORIS SPARLING HARGREAVES Fiddle and I Wandering by. fWeatherly. F Doris, who is from Moosup, may be called a typical English lassie. Although she has not taken an active part in athletics, she has always been a loyal supporter of the Orange and Black. She is known for her ability to play the violin, and in addition to playing in the school orchestra, has occasionally favored us with a solo. She also helped the Glee Club with her pleasing alto voice. Doris has a tendency to drop her h's and is generally hailed by her schoolmates with 'ello, old bean, how is the jolly old world treating you? ANNA CATHERINE HERR t'Her eyes are like dancing wells of light, Her skin a June tide day. --Longfellow. Anna comes to us from Brooklyn. During her four years with us she has been very active in the Glee Club and in athletics. This year she has been manager of the girls' basketball team and has played guard on the varsity squad. For two years she was a member of the Hermiad auxiliary board, was a member of the Student Council in her Junior year and its president in her Senior year. Anna has been noted for her infuriating giggle. She is one of the most sought after girls in the class and for the past year has been very much interested in Horal work. We wonder why! THE HERMAID MARY ADELAIDE HOPKINS 1-Iere's a Mary who's not contrary. Mary is one of the most popular members of the Senior Sextet, for her cheerful disposition and willingness to help have won her many friends. Her soprano voice was heard may times in the Glee Club during her first and second years at Plainfield High and in her Sophomore year she was chosen as the Glee Club representative to the Student Council. Mary has served faithfully on several class committees. She wants to be a kindergarten teacher and we wish her the best success. HELEN SEVERINE KELLY 'lAnd there she sat, Discoursing sweetest music. -Tennyson. Good friend Helen hails from Sterling, but is more frequently seen in Moosup. Helen lends her musical ability to the Glee Club, of which she is secretary ,and pianist, and she also plays the piano for the School Orchestra. Her cheery smiles and ready jokes have always made her one of the popular members ol the class. Helen has been unusually interested in commercial sub- jects and when she is wanted she is generally found in the bookkeeping room. During the lunch hour, if she is not playing for dancing, she is tripping a light fantastic with Jo. What a Lucky girl she is! CHARLOTTE VEITCH KITCHIN Any nose may ravage with impunity a rose. -Browning. Charlotte is one of the most brilliant members of the class of '29, her name has appeared on highest honors many, many times since she entered P. 1-I. S. as a wee, shy 171 Freshman. She has gained fame as a singer and has appeared many times in assembly and at enter- tainments. As Peg in the Senior play, 1-'eg O' My Heart, she made a captivating heroine, whose 1l'lSl'l brogue was delightful. During her Sophomore year Charlotte served as assistant business manager on the Hermiad board and for three years she was an ardent member of tne Girls' Glee Club. Charlotte has a weakness for moving pictures and then, of course, we all know of her liking for Cookies. CATHERINE MARY KUCHY Shy she is, and of friendship sure, Auburn locls and eyes demuref'-Palgrave. Kate comes from Brooklyn. She is quiet and neat, smiling and sweet, devoted to Alice, and seldom seen with- out her. Kate is studious but ready to leave her books lor a chat now and then. As the maid in the Senior play she was a great success. Her ready smile and pleasing personality make her popular among all her classmates. HORTENSE IRENE PHILLIPS From a wee, small body came a wee, small voice. --Caffoll. Witness! still another midget of the Senior class. She, too, took a child's part in the Senior play. She holds the palm for the greatest distance, for every day without fail she makes the journey from the Metropolis of Newent to Central Village. If we were to wait for Hor- tense to make a disturbance, P. H. S. would be a quiet place indeed. She is a faithful student as the trequent occupying of the typewriting chair will testify. ee ee THE HIEBMIAD GENEVIEVE MARYTIASECKI 'iTo be found in busy marts, The commerce of the world. -Tennyson. , Gania, as she is known to her friends, never makes much noise but the smile which she always wears seems to take the place of words. Her favorite occupation is making the typewriter talk for her and it surely talks well. When she graduates the busy marts expect to gain her service in making them still busier. LETITIA MARY ROBITAILLE HA silent tongue seeks no trouble, f1'ro'verb. . Litz is one of the silent but loyal members of the class of '29. She is quiet and attentive as a rule, and her favorite subject is banking in which she has proved invaluable. Her greatest ambition is to be a nurse, and although it is not generally known, she has a distinct liking for the opposite sex, especially someone known as Buster, LOLA DALE SELLEY A maiden Coy, she brings-th joy, Without alloy, to a senior boy, By the name oi---Jim. Lola coming to us in our Junior year from New Bed- ford soon entered into the spirit of the class and school activities. She is a talented performer on the saxophone, and she gave a very good demonstration of her ability as an actress, by taking a leading part in the Senior play. She enjoys well-deserved popularity and, in the truest sense of the word, she is a real asset to P. H. S. NANCY PORTIA SMITH l'Hcr name is Portia- Nnr is the whole world ignorant of her worth. -Shakespeare. For some unknown reason Portia threw aside her old nickname of Fairy,' when she entered High School but we think it still fits her perfectly. She is not an example of the old proverb: A dependable person is far to seek, for whether in English or bookkeeping class she is always there in the true sense of the word. While Portia is an acknowledged and loyal upholder of P. H. S., her activities are bv no means centered in one place. It has been rumored that she secretly cherishes masculine atten- tion and that her domestic knowledge gained in her Fresh- man year will not be wasted. We all wish hor luck in her chosen profession PRISCILLA MAY SMITH My words are winning words Xen, golden syllables are they -Jlillon. Priscilla May Smith is known to the class of 1929 as orator supreme, for she won the prize in the first speaking contest ever conducted in Plainfield High School. Behold one of the highest minded members of our cele- brated group! She intends to become an aviatrix and soar above us all. Good luck, Priscilla, and don't forget to make :i safe landing. a THE HEI- MAIU ALICE MARY S0 WERBUTTS I love a lassie- A bonny, bonny 1assie. -Lauder. Alice, who is from Jewett City, has held her dignity among us for four years. Although she has not taken any active part in athletics, she has always been present to help with the cheering. She was given the honor of being class secretary during her senior year. Alice loves to dance, and you will always find her at the P. H. S. dances with her John from Jewett City. LOIS ELINOR STETSON The pattern of industry. -Solomon. Behold the most industrious person in the Senior class. No matter what the occasion may be, Lois is always doing her utmost to make it a success. An ex- cellent example of this is, for instance, the various com- mittees Lois has served on. She is a very capable and efiicient treasurer of the Athletic Association, as well as a good example of what the commercial department can produce. Although Lois is very quiet during school hours, she is a loyal router for the Orange and Black at all the games. This demure maid is a native of Central Villale. IDA MARGUERITE TRACY 'And she maintaincth that silence in all things is the better part. -Old Play. This small maid from Plainfield is the living example of the quotation given above. Ida's constant companions are her books which she uses to good purpose. We strongly suspect Ida of having great confidence in the force of magnetism centering in or about the town of' Plainfield. We picture Ida using a ruler and pencil to excellent advantage on the other side of the desk in the future., EVELYN AUGUSTA TROENING. 'Ll love the sun, The wind-swept hills, The breath of the great outdoors. --Scrvicr. In one short paragraph it is going to be difficult to do justice to our many-sided Evelyn. There is the athletic Evelyn who shines on the basketball floor-the commer- cial Evelyn who argues so convincingly, much to Wiez- bicki's private disgust. over civil law cases-the dramatic Evelyn who brings tears to one's eyes with her low and thrilling interpretations.-the romantic Evelyn who adores and is adored by her Policeman Jimmie .--but with all these there is always our gay, joyous, fun-loving Evelyn for whom we have a heart-felt admiration. AMY EDNA WILCOX Pretty to walk with, Witty to talk with, And pleasant to look upon. If you've never seen Amy smile you have something to look forward to: but if you've heard her laugh aloud you've had a unique experience. for she doesn't believe in making noise about a single thing. We'll tell the worll that she's an excellent pupil, really skilled in executing Virginia Reels, quadrilles, and other similar dances and that she, therefore. is an A number 1 girl. f f THE HERYMIAIJ IRENE ETHEL ZERCXE Br-hold une belle- dame :uns mc-rci! A wnrth successcr to charming Circa-, Qui :fappelle Ircne Zcrcie. Look at the picture above and you will see why students remain in P. H. S. Her charming, unassuming, way won her into the hearts of her classmates and she was their vice-president during the Junior and Senior years. On the basketball court she was a star that shone brightly even though the clouds did not always have a silver lining. Her familiar smile will be missed, and it will be an occasion to shed tears when she is handed her diploma on that eventful day. I !U Q W1 al Sci-1091. noiiis SENIORS President ...... ................ R oman Jarosez Vice-President .... .......... ..... I r ene Zercie Secretary ...... ........,...... A lice Sowerbutts Treasurer .......................... Walter Koss Advisors-Miss Dodd, Miss Mahoney JUNIQRS President ..... ............ A rthur D'Avignon Edward Bellavance Vice-President .... ...... H elen Krauss Secretary ........ . . . ,........ Ruth Wilson Treasurer ...................... Frank Polewaczxk Advisor-Miss Wholey SOPHOMORES President .......................... Thomas Lang Vice-President .... .... C harles Lafreniere Secretary ........................ Lester Burdick Treasurer ......................... Hilliard Smith Advisor-Miss Cronin FRESHMEN President ............................ Peter Koss Vice-President .... .... P hyllis Sanderson Secretary ....... ........ R uth Shippee Treasurer ..................... Francis D'Avignon Robert Howard Advisor-Mrs. Collins ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION President ..................... Edward Bellavance Vice-President ................... Evelyn Troening Secretary ....,..................... John Weaver Treasurer .......................... Lois Stetson Advisor-Mr. Monaghan GLEE CLUB President ,................ . ........ Mildred Sykes Vice-President ................ Georgianna Simpson Secretary ....... .......... H elen Kelly 35 THE HERMIAD STUDENT GENERAL ASSOCIATION HE purpose of the Student General Association is to direct the general activities of the school, to establish the highest standard of character and conduct, to develop the finest type of service to the school, to arouse the loyalty of the students, and to promote the welfare of the school in every way. During the year a new proctoring system has been established in addition to that of last year. Members of the council are detailed by twos to serve for a period of one week, in charge of the first, second, and third floors. The object is to maintain order and discipline during the noon recess, The results have been very satisfactory and the council members deserve much credit for their work. Strict attention has also been given to the matter of single file in the corridors. Members of the council, stationed at most advantageous points, have been very successful in directing traflic. The students requested and obtained permission to dance during the noon recess, and under the able supervision of the council, they have retained this privilege. A most marked accomplishment of last year's council is noted in the lunch room. Under their able guidance the students formed into single file. This year the custom was continued and now it has become a habit, the students forming into orderly line without either a council member or a member of the faculty to supervise them. The oflicers of the Student General Association are z- Presldent ........................... Anna Herr Vice-President .................... Mildred Sykes Secretary ................ .... D orothy Barber The members of the council are:- Harold Lincoln ..1932 representing Room 3 John Williams H1932 representing Room 4 Bernice Gallup ..1932 representing Room 5 Rowena Smith ..1981 representing Room 7 Silvia Whitford . .1930 representing Room 8 John Weaver . ..1930 representing Room 10 NOYIYH1 Day -- ' '1929 representing Room 11 John Lyons . . - -1930 Eva Bellavance .... 1931 representing Room 12 Eunice Cook . . .1929 representing The Senior Class John Dodge . . . . . 1930 representing The Junior Class Stanley Smith . .1931 representing The Sophomore Class 'rns HQTQRIHIAD k Q5 Roy Larnothe . . . . .1932 representing The Freshman Class Thomas Lang ' ' ' '1931 representing The Athletic Association Irene Zercie ................ 1929 Witoldo Bakanowsky ......... 1929 representing The Hermiad Board The faculty advisory council consists of: Mr. Chapman, Miss Armstrong, Miss Mahoney, Mr. McGee, Mr. Dysart. sifis SOCIALS AND DRAMATICS slsruon PLAY HE annual Senior Play went off with its customary eclat, This year the vehicle was Peg O' My Heart, a production of J. Hartley Manners. The house was filled to overflowing. The Cast: Mrs. Chichester . . . ..... Norma Day Mrs. Enstowe .. .... Eunice Cook Jarvis ....... . . .Olavi Laakso Ethel ........ ...... I Jola Selley Alaric ........ . . .Lucien Bonnin Christian Brent .. ...,. Walter Koss Mr. Hawkes .... .....,. R oman Jarosz Peg ......... .... C harlotte Kitchin Maid ..... . . .Catherine Kuchy Jerry . . . .... Paul Shippee Jane ....... .... L ena Garstka Audrey ...... .................... H ortense Phillips French Tutor ....................... Francis Bakanau Michael, By Himself Music was furnished during the intermissions by a trio composed of H. Flagg, Bernard Millstein, and Mrs. B. Levin. The theme song of the play, Peg O' My Heart, was most ably rendered by Miss Mildred Sykes '30, accompanied by Miss Helen Kelly '29, In acknowledgment of the splendid coaching done by Miss Violette, a large bouquet of roses was presented to her by President Jarosz. JUNIOR PROMENADE One of the most successful Junior Promenades ever held was given by the class of 1930, Friday evening, February eighth. Contrary to the usual custom this affair took place at the Plainfield Community House. Decorations were furnished by an interior decorator who used the class colors of green and white in such a way as to give a subdued lighting effect. The event opened with the customary grand march, which was led by Edward Bella- 37 THE HERMIAD vance and Helen Krauss, president and vice-president, they were followed by Frank Polewaczik and Ruth Wilson, treasurer and secretary. Music was furnished by Prince Kavanaugh's orchestra and was all that could be desired. The patrons and patronesses were Superintendent and Mrs. John L. Chapman, Miss Josephine S. Armstrong, Mr. and Mrs. William Bellavance, Mr. Lawrence Krauss, Mr, and Mrs. Frank Polewaczik, and Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Wilson. The complete success of the prom was due to the efficient work of the com- mittees under the supervision of the class advisor, Miss Wholey. SCHOOL DANCES The first social event of the season took the form of a dance given by the Senior Class on November 27, 1928, in the High School Auditorium. It was surprisingly well attended for the first of the year, and proved to be a gala affair. As a result, a considerable sum was realized for the class treas- ury. The hall was decorated with class colors, red and white, and the very fine music, furnished by Morey's Orchestra of Jewett City, made it a mem- orable occasion. THE KID PARTY On Thursday evening, February 28, the Seniors held a kid party in the high school auditorium to celebrate the success of the Senior play. The somber and dignified role of being a Senior was discarded, they came dressed as children, and proceeded to have a royal good time. The evening opened by dancing with music furnished by Miss Angeline Paranzino, Miss Ruth Potvin, and Mr. Charles McFarland. All the children entered into the spirit of fun, gleefully jumping rope and playing such games as The farmer in the dell, and London Bridge is falling down. At 10:00 o'c1ock the kiddies formed a double file and marched to the domestic science room to enjoy the luncheon in honor of the event. The tables were very prettily decorated in red and, white, the class colors, and there issued a scramble on the part of each tkiddie to find his own place designated by a name card. The luncheon consisted of fruit salad and sandwiches, followed by ice cream, cake, cookies, soda, and, last but not least, the delight of' every kid --popcorn. Toasts were given to Miss Violette and Miss Armstrong, our guests of honor, and to Miss Mahoney, Miss Dodd and Miss Hayes, our chaperones. Songs were sung, and the wit and humor traveling about the room, made it indeed a lively occasion. The luncheon ended a most enjoyable evening, and 'the kiddies departed to pay their respects to the sandman. Much credit must be given to the committee in charge and the chaperones who made the party such a rousing success. The committee was Catherine Kuchy, Dorothy Barber, Mary Hopkins, Josephine Cwynar, and Anthony bicki. THE HERMIAD 38 STUNT NIGHT On October 19, 1928, the annual competitive Stunt Night performance was given at the High School Auditorium. The acts presented by the various classes and by the girls A. A. furnished an interesting entertainment during the entire evening. Appropriate and original costumes were used to carry out the atmosphere produced by the unique stunts. The judges were Mrs., J. L. Chapman, Miss M. V. Provasoli, and Mrs. E. A. Johnson. The program was carried out in the following order: Frsslxmen: Witchcraft. The Freshman sketch proved to be clever impersona- tions of the members of the faculty in seance with a fortune-teller in order to learn the secrets which the future held for them. Sophomon-es: Class Stunts. The talented members of 1931 displayed their ability in four clever acts. Between the humorous dialogue of the ventrilo- quist and his dummy and the dainty song and dance revue of the Sophomore Steppers were the mournful musical selections of the Rube and a splendid rendition of Old Man River. Juniors: Modern Antiques by the Junior Eaves-droppers. This was a clever skit in which the Juniors displayed to the audience an old-fashioned album which contained portraits of the faculty and well-known townsmen in the days of their youth. The very original costumes and the sparkling comments of the eavesdroppers caused much merriment in the audience. Seniors: Vodvil Flashes. 1929 never fails when it comes to doing the original and their five miniature dashes of big time vaudeville were a decided success, From the entrance of the Senior Band in their red and white cos- tumes to the exit of the charming sextette who sang the Rain Chorus in rain-coats, interest was maintained at high pitch. Girls A. A.: And The Lamp Went Out. To those who have never seen a lamp go out we recommend this very humorous pantomime performance in which the furniture of a room assumes very human characteristics. At the close of the entertainment the judges gave their decision which proved to be in favor of the Junior Class. The prize, a 32.50 gold piece, was presented to the class president, Arthur D'Avignon, by Edward Bellavance, president of the Athletic Association. Dancing, with music furnished by Krauss' orchestra, followed. ' Janet: I love me. Tom: You're not alone in your affliction. Mother: Your hair looks like a mop. Daughter: What does a mop look like? Exchange as THE 'H-RMIAD M -F ORCHESTRA The school may well be proud of the eleven piece orchestra, which, under the able leadership of Mr. Johnson, made its initial appearance at the Christ- mas assembly. It is an entirely new organization, and has proved to be a very worthy one that has entertained us at our assemblies since that time. Mr. Johnson has had considerable experience in music, and is specializing in lighter classics and semi-classical numbers. The purpose is to make pupils as well acquainted with these pieces as they are with jazz so that they may be able to distinguish between classical and jazz and thus develop a finer appreciation of music. The membership of the orchestra is: Mr. Monaghan ............ .... 1 st violin Grace Flynn ............ .... 1 st violin Donald Zercie .... .... 1 st violin George Gauthier . .. .... 2nd violin Evelyn Troening .. ..... 2nd violin Lucien Bonnin .... ........ 2 nd violin Doris Hargreaves .... .... O bligato violin Mr. Gauthier ..... .......... C ornet Ethel Selley .. . ....... Banjo Lola Selley ...... . . .Saxophone Helen Kelly ....,.. ...... P iano Charles Lafreniere ............. . . .... Drums GLEE CLUB The Glee Club may be regarded as an entirely new organization this year. Under the able supervision of Miss Bouvier, it has entertained us at our bi-monthly assemblies by rendering many old and new songs. At times we are favored with a solo by one of its members. Formerly the meetings took place after school, but this year the organiza- tion meets every Wednesday during the third period. ASSEMBLIES Our bi-monthly assemblies, with Miss Violette as supervisor, have been very interesting indeed. Several programs were given by members of the Senior class who bowed down to the usual custom of senior rhetoricals. The Thanksgiving and Armistice Day programs were given by the Seniors and on December 21, the Freshmen presented a Christmas program. Several members of that class under the supervision of Miss Cronin, made their debut on the stage of P. H. S. and rendered appropriate selections. They were assisted by the orchestra and Glee Club. A special assembly was entrusted to Mr. Lee of a publishing company, who organized a salesmanship campaign, The school was divided into two teams-the Reds and Greens. Each team endeavored to outdo the other in the number of subscriptions it obtained, and as a result a fair sum was netted for the A. A. THE HERMIAD 40 Miss Violette, head of the English Department, gave a most interesting talk on The Spoken Word. She referred us to several dictionaries and compared the pronunciations of many words. The wit and humor of her talk held our interest throughout. Mr. McGee followed with a short talk on the topic, The Value of Track to P. H. S. One of 'our assemblies was devoted to a football rally under the direction of Mr. Monaghan, the coach. Cheers for the school and team were given with Dorothy Barber, Evelyn Troening, and Clyde Leech as cheer leaders. In closing, the Alma Mater was sung by the student body. This rally succeeded in arousing more school spirit and support of the teams. A French comedy in one act La Faim Est Un Grand Inventeur was presented by members of the intermediate French class under supervision of Miss Dodd. Credit is due for the clever acting and natural accent. LECTURES Every year we have the opportunity to listen to outside speakers who address us on matters of interest. Our lirst lecturer this year was Mr. Richardson of Moosup, who talked to us about Rayon. Mr. Richardson gave an account of the discovery of the possibility of making wood pulp into woven fabricsg also he explained, and, in so far as possible, demonstrated the actual manufacture of the cloth. After he concluded, we had the privilege of examining the samples which he had used for demonstration purposes during his lecture. In one of our assemblies we had the distinct honor of being addressed by Dr. Rudman of Springfield. He gave us a very interesting talk on Work, and the different views that are taken of work. Dr. Rudman was received with much enthusiasm and the ovation given him showed the appreciation of the entire student body. The assembly Friday, January 11, proved to be unusually interesting for Mr. Beebe, the district manager of the Southern New England Telephone Company, gave a brief talk on the Use and Abuse of the Telephone. The lecture was followed by three short moving pictures which illustrated the talk. The demonstration proved to be thoroughly enjoyed by all and a cordial invitation was extended to Mr, Beebe and his co-worker to visit us again sometime. We also had the honor of being addressed by Mr. Schlagenhauf of Northeastern University, Boston. His subject was The Rational Choice of a Vocation and he succeeded in arousing and holding our interest through- out his talk, at the same time driving home a most valuable lesson. Mr. L. Edwin Hill, county secretary of the Y. M. C. A., entertained us during one of our bi-weekly gatherings. He brought with him a motion picture machine and three reels picturing West Point Cadets, the ambulance corps during the World War, and the use of aeroplane machine guns. The spontaneous applause rendered Mr. Hill proved the gratification of the entire student body. 41 THE HERMLAD PRIZE SPEAKING CONTEST W The preliminary contest for the Class of 1927 prize in speaking was held inassembly on March 15th. Unusually keen interest was manifested 'by the contestant members of the Junior class, as well as by the other members of the school. The selections were as follows: The Soul of the Violin .............. Daisy Dawley The Highwayman ...... ..... H elen Krauss Commencement . . . . . .Mildred Goldberg The Explorer ........ ..... D onald Gallup The Mysterious Guest .... .... E dward Wiezbicki The Painter of Seville... .... Amelia Podolski The Story of a Mother ................ Elsie Daley The Wedding .................. Elizabeth Wilde The members of the Junior Class joined with the Faculty in judging the contest. Donald Gallup, Helen Krauss, and Elizabeth Wilde were the ones who were unanimously selected to compete for the prize in the Final Contest to be held on the evening of April 19th, at the High School Auditorium. The iinal contest was well attended by the general public and proved an interesting evening. The first prize went to Donald Gallup. Helen Krauss was awarded second prize and Elizabeth Wilde third prize. The judges were Mr. Robert Mahoney of the faculty of the Bulkeley High School, Hartford, Mr. Leon Farrin, Supt. of Schools, Putnam, and Rev. Mr, Tingley, pastor of the Methodist Church, Moosup. LIVELY SALES CAMPAIGN A special assembly was called one Monday and was devoted to Mr. Smith who represented the Crowell Publishing Company. He presented the novel plan of raising money for the Athletic Association by conducting a sales campaign-the object to obtain as many subscriptions as possible to five leading magazines. The school was divided into two teams, the girls underthe leadership of Evelyn Troening, and the boys under the leadership of William Coughlin. As a result of the rivalry between the two teams- the girls won-the campaign was unusually successful, and a considerable sum was realized for the A. A. The honor of having the best salesmen in the school was awarded to the Senior class, as three of its members obtained the greatest number of subscriptions, namely: Evelyn Troening who obtained twenty-fiveg Witoldo Bakanowsky, sixteeng and Anna Herr, six. 6561 IAIVQLL 'YIVH .LIHXSVEI 4S'IHlU E THE HERMIAD 42 ANOTHER GRADUATE! William Valentine came to us four years ago when the members of the graduating class were innocent Freshmen! He hailed from Caguas, Porto Rico, where he had been a high school teacher in the previous year. He immediately made himself famous for his innumerable stories and jokes about West Indies, and his favorite topic has always been Porto Rico. Mr. Val- entine came to P. H. S. as head of the commercial department, and taught Bookkeeping, Oiiice Practice, Commercial Law, and Salesmanship. On April 8th he left our midst to accept a position as head of the commercial depart- ment in the High School at Cranston, Rhode Island. His cheery smile and sunny disposition are greatly missed. :f T. I' 4 'Q'- . . W , ' fs J . - ,r ' n 'yy ia-4' 9 ' fs F' H23 1 4 121 3 - 1 ' Q?-R ' 9,53 N- i . '.w -vi' . - rv:-A-,L K i, ' 9 1 Magi, JH i sh. .,j2' A I .-,WF umm ,ss 1 I 'iglcfl .i . .-ng ,ix 3.-gift ' 1 .. ' T uf .-zgfjg' 4 .Q l j.'f1q , .SB- 1. . -PFI' O sf--uw -' . 1.1.-f-, 1 v ,J ' ' e T'I:f ' 91, .V BASEBALL SEASON-1928 The lack of a consistent pitching staff, coupled with an inability to pro- duce runs at critical times, made the 1928 baseball season a rather disastrous one. However, the team played well in their objective games, for though de- feated by Stonington 6-5, Plainfield outhit the former. Also, in the Norwich Free Academy game at Wauregan, the Orange and Black threw a scare into the hearts of the state champions. The game was close until the final inning when the Wildcats proceeded to walk off with the victory. Material for the 1929 campaign is very promising. With a good pitching staff Captain Shippee's nine should develop into a smooth working outfit. 1928 Summary P. H. S. Opponents 6 .. ...... Bulkeley at New London .... . 12 3 ........ Pomfret Prep at Pomfret .... 4 Norwich Free Academy at Norwich . . 13 ........ Putnam Trade at Putnam . . 3 .... Putnam High at Moosup .... 5 .... Killingly High at Danielson . . . 5 .... Stonington High at Moosup . . 4 ..... Putnam Trade at Moosup . . . 11 .... Putnam High at Putnam . . 2 ..... Bryant-Stratton at Moosup . . 2 ........... Bulkeley at Moosup ...... 3 Norwich Free Academy at Wauregan .... 8 ...... East Greenwich at East Greenwich 5 ..... Stonington High at Stonington .... 8 ....... Killingly High at Plainfield .. . 1 . .West Warwick High at Moosup . . 83 Won 4 Lost 12 ras aasmmn I p 44 Letters were awarded to the following members of the squad at the close of the Season: Eugene Carroll '28 Witoldo Bakanowsky '29 Earl Carpenter '28 Walter Koss '29 Nelson Carpenter '28 Frank Polewaczik '30 Russell Gallup '28 Paul Shippee '30 Armand Gilbert '28 Lester Burdick '31 Charles Modliszewski '28 Manuel Silva '31 Theodore Tetreault '28 Numerals were awarded to Joseph Burby '31, Thomas Lang '31 Isadore Messier '31, Ervin Pogwist '30, FOOTBALL SEASON-1928 - The gridsters made a flying finish to a very successful season. The Plainfield High School eleven made remarkable progress this year which closed their later season contests in the win column. Eighteen candidates reported for practice last September. These men formed the nucleus of the squad throughout the entire season. What the team suffered because of inexperience and lack of weight was made up in aggressiveness. It was one of the scrappiest teams in Plainfield's football annals. In the early season contests defeat was suffered only because of the unfamiliarity with the new system of offensive tactics. After two early defeats the eleven swung into shape enough to give Warwick and' Putnam their most severe battles of the 1928 season. A perfectly timed aerial attack completely baffled a heavy Killingly team when the two met at the Plainfield Community House grounds in their annual contest. Two completed passes and an intercepted enemy pass ac- counted for this decisive victory. The final score was 19-7, Killingly having scored their touchdown by virtue of a criss-cross play followed by a forward pass. The team, now hitting on all eleven, defeated Tourtellotte and West Warwick. In the Tourtellotte game Plainfield showed its offensive power by sweeping ends behind perfect interference to roll up twenty-five points While Tourtellotte had to be contented with six. Going into the season's finale, the Orange and Black were at the peak of the campaign. In spite of the fact that the visitors were the heaviest that Little Rhody boasted, Plainfield tacked on a stinging defeat of 19-0 for West Warwick. Long runs were responsible for all of Plainfield's scores while all attempts to score by the Rhode Island aggregation were frustrated by the Orange and Black tight defense play, . THE HERMIAD MMM- 'tis e,.-.-.,W,,.,c,,-,,-.. .WWWAMMM-,,.- , 1,.--..,... Prospects look bright for the coming season. Under the leadership of Captain-elect Shippee the team will play a schedule of six games. Although the 1929 team will be light, it is anticipated that the squad will enjoy another very successful season. The entire credit for the success of 1928 must be given to Coach T. Francis Monaghan. Under the most trying circumstances, such as the lack of equipment, unfamiliarity with the school's traditions, and short time before the first game, he whipped into condition a team filled with fire and determination. Summary P. H. S. Opponents 0 . . .Chapman Tech at New London .... . 25 0 . . Stonington at Stonington . . 34 0 . . Warwick at Plainfield . . . 12 19 . . . Killingly at Plainfield . . . 7 0 ...... Putnam at Putnam . . 7 25 ..... Tourtellotte at Plainfield . . . 7 19 ..... West Warwick at Plainfield . 0 63 1 92 Won 3 Lost 4 The following members of the squad won their letters: Witoldo Bakanowsky '29 Captain Lucien Bonnin '29 Olavi Laakso '29 Stanley Derda '29 Manager Walter Koss '29 Stanley Baldyga '30 John Dodge '30 Paul Shippee '30 Captain-elect Henry Burby '31 Walter Collin '31 Stanley Luty '31 Isadore Messier '31 Frank Polewaczik '30 Numerals were awarded to Joseph Burby '31, Thomas Lang '31, Isidore Isidore Messier '31 FOOTBALL OF 1928 fPeter Koss-19321 Mr, Monaghan, the undaunted, asked a question old, Have we football players who are brave and bold? There was a surprise the very next night As the players reported, veterans and new comers bright. They practiced hard for a long weary week But their first game was a total defeat. Therefore they practiced regardless of weather And fought at their games like Spartans together, After a few defeats they broke into a stride Which later to P. H. S. brought pride. -,--.,,-,.-.-...---.-..-,,..-.. .,, ,.-.?H1L1EM5D -.w,.,..-.--,,n,., ,145 Our brave Captain Backy, who was always on deck, Was a match for Harpster of Carnegie Tech. Walter Koss was our fullback heavy and tall, Cagle has nothing on him in handling a ball. Burby, as swift as a horse on the range, As a broken field runner could beat Red Grange. Shippee, to complete this marvelous crew, Was as good as Ted Strong of N. Y. U. Poly and Luty, our ends, as swift as a shot, Could catch passes anywhere in the lot. Laakso and Baldyga, our tackles bright, Thought stopping a rushing man was light. Our guards, Bonnin and Collin, Oh! what boys! Stopping Harvard and Yale was like playing with toys. Messier, our center, his passes were nice, Would be considered an All American by Coach Brice. Peter Koss a good backfield man is he And is candidate for quarter-back in place of Backy. The subs, although they were very few, To help this team took all they could do. And as for Coach Monaghan, I do not see Why he's not thought as great as Knut Rochne. Mr. Chapman was proud of this good team And throughout the season held them in high esteem Looking forward a year I can easily see That a threat to our rivals next year's team will be. BASKETBALL SEASON-1929 HE boys' basketball team experienced what might well be termed an in-and-out season. Playing a hard schedule which on two occasions called for three games within the week, the boys at times appeared stale and tired of battling against teams of consistently greater height and weight. On other occasions they played a brilliant game, losing and winning close games played with some of the fastest quintets in Eastern Connecticut and Western Rhode Island. Under their capable mentor James M. Dysart the team developed a fast passing attack but could not overcome the superior height and weight of most of their opponents. The team is not hit hard by graduation this year and the 1930 basketball season should be a very success- ful one. Summary P. H. S. Opponents 36 . . Alumni at Plainfield . . . 22 13 . . Putnam at Putnam . . 36 32 .. Warwick at Plainfield . . . 13 42 THEHERMIAD 18 .... Chapman Tech Plainfield ..... 31 20 ....... Stonington Stonington .... 26 24 .... Putnam Trade Central Village .... 36 1 2 ..... Woodstock Woodstock .... 1 1 1 8 ....... Stonington Plainfield ..... 3 3 15 .... Chapman Tech New London . . 46 26 ...... Killingly Plainfield .... 32 24 ...... Putnam Plainfield . . . 29 24 . . . Woodstock Plainfield . . . 18 26 . . . Warwick Warwick .... . 10 16 . . . Killingly Danielson .... , 38 25 .. Alumni Central Village.l 22 329 403 Letters were awarded to the following members of the squad: Witoldo Bakanowsky '29 Captain Francis Bakanau '29 Henry Burby '31 Frank Polewaczik '30 Thomas Lang '31 Captain-elect Paul Shippec '30 Earl Leach '32 GIRLS' BASKETBALL SEASON, 1929 Once more, under the capable direction of Coach Hayes, the girls' basket- ball team has won laurels. The P. H. S. sextet had a smooth working organiza- tion that was able to vanquish nine of its eleven opponents. Both Warwick and Stonington were able, on their own floors, to maintain leads over P. H. S. The season was brought to a fitting close by a decisive victory over Stonington in a contest which was the result of a challenge by the coast delegation. The team will lose five regulars by graduation, yet prospects for a success- ful season are fairly bright. Summary P. H. S, Opponents 36 . . Putnam Putnam . . . 31 40 .... Warwick Plainfield . . . 30 45 . . . Stonington Stonington . . . . 57 23 . . . Woodstock Woodstock . . . . 13 52 . . . Stonington Plainfield .... . 11 4 8 .... Killingly Danielson ...... 1 1 ' 39 .... Killingly Central Village .... 23 37 ..... Putnam Plainfield ...... 13 51 . . . Woodstock Plainfield .... . 33 19 ..... Warwick Warwick ......... 38 38 . . . Stonington Central Village, . . . 23 428 283 THE HERMIAD 48 Letters were awarded to the following members of the squad: Dorothy Barber '29 Captain Norma Day '29 Evelyn Troening '29 Flora Gallup '29 Irene Zercie '29 Irene Generous '29 Mildred Sykes '30 Anna Herr '29 Sylvia Whitford '30 P. H. S. Plainfield High School tops them all, When speaking of girls' basketball, The forwards at it sure do stick, For Doll and Babe are hard to lick. Dolly with her broken toe, Off to get that ball would go. Babe at times Roosts up in steam, But she keeps on going with the team. Irene, with her smiling face, Always brightens up the placeg Never do you see her frown, Never is she looking down. Flora and Silvia are the jumpers, At times, forsooth, they need double bumpers, Ann and Mildred can guard mighty well, And Norm, another, goes in pell-mell. On the whole I think Plainfield quite lucky in games, Having all those old faithfuls, those dear little dames. Going home from the games is of course the most fun, If as related to me by a certain dear oneg S But I never would think of repeating the rest, 'Cause I know Jes' as easy that I'd be called Pest. Phyllis Sanderson-1932. INTERCLASS BASKETBALL SERIES 1928 In the boys' interclass basketball series a light but fast Sophomore class team created a surprise when they defeated a more experienced Senior team in the iinals of the Interclass Series. The game was a weird affair, and ended with the low score of 9-3. The Sophs won their right to play in the finals by easily eliminating the Freshmen 20-'7, while the Seniors defeated the Juniors 22-21. This was the first championship that the Sophs have won in years. After the Sophomore and Senior girls had won their way into the finals by eliminating the Freshmen and Juniors respectively, the Senior girls easily walked oil' with another championship. H 9 49 THE HERMIAD Summary Boy's Series h Sophomores vs Freshmen won b So homores . - y p ..... 20-7 Seniors vs. J uniors--won by Seniors ........ 22-21 Sophomores vs. Seniors-won by Sophomores .... 9-3 Girls' Series Sophomores vs. Freshmen-won by Sophomores ..... 22-12 Seniors vs. Juniors--won by Seniors ......... 37-18 Sophomores vs. Seniors-won by Seniors ............... 29-16 TRACK-SEASON OF 1929 In order to give full rein to the athletic ability of the students, a track team has been organized. As the new sport was introduced between seasons, it found immediate favor. Baseball, however, quite noticeably decreased the number of would-be heavers and harriers. Two track meets have already been scheduled, one a quadrangular meet to be held at the Brooklyn Fair Grounds May 13, the other the Eastern Connecticut League meet at New London, May 21. It may be safely assumed that the baseball players, necessarily in good physical condition, will be able to compete successfully in the impending meetsg they will form an admirable supplement to the team presenting itself daily for practice under the guidance of Mr. McGee. The regulars are as follows: Olavi Laakso '29 Walter Collin '31 John Dodge '30 Willehard Gronman '31 Edward Gallagher '30 William Martin '31 James Pratt '30 Vitantas Simonds '32 Walter Reese '80 Kenneth Wilde '32 Emil Wuorio '30 6561 IAIVELL 'TIVEIIEISVEI ,kw- till 22:21 rfkiif m .LQ ,Ju Qf ,. ,J ,A e NM Y fi - pf X Z-- JOKE Box VERSEY PROSE OR PROSEY VERSE It's pretty bad but it might be worse. I've often thought if I had time, I could express my thoughts in rhyme. If I only could I'd have great joy in telling of our sleepy Foy He spends his evenings with the lasses and gets his sleep in all his classes. I think this wouldn't sound so worse if I could only write in verse No tt h , . ma er ow they jeer and scoff, Irene has a smile that won't come off. I would tell of Babe d D l an o 1 and how they throw the basketball. I would sing of Norm and Anng they play guard, I'l1 say they can. If I could only be a poet, how my Pegasus would go it, when pen in hand to write I'd take, I'd write of one who is all Jake, Or else of you, James F., I'd speak, when blushes dye your charming cheek. Backy now becomes my theme' he shines in cl ll , ass as we as team, In losing him all P. H. S. will mourn: they'll sadly miss his brain and br . A d h ' ' ' awn n t en of course there s Eunice Cook, who's aching to be under- took. Oh, if the kind poetic Muse, would give me words that I might use in telling of my classmates dear, I'd instantly inscribe them here. If your name's not here presented, the omission should not be resented: for words away from me have flown, I've not a thought to call my own But as for fame I n . ow am 1'tchin', I'll tell you that I'm Charlotte Kitchin. CLASS ROOM GLEAMINGS Mr, McGee: Miss Day, what makes an aeroplane stay up? Miss Day, breaking off' a conversation: The law of gravity, isn't it? Miss Cronin: The assignment tomorrow will be a theme on 'The Stagecoach! Senior Play Enthusiast: Shall we write about Miss Violette? She is a good stage coach. 51 fran HERMIAD Mr. Dysart, reading-from Science Magazine: I have two bright eyes and a chromium plated nose. What am I? ' M Bright Pupil: A sheik. ' So was the East. Miss Kitchin, on a history paper: The West was open to sentiment fsettlementy Inferiority Complex? Mr. Dysart: Bellavance, do you understand this example about special products and factoring? Q run Bellavance, interrupted: Sure, which one? M' ' . H iss Cronin. Street, don't you think that was a five year old trick to up the curtain with a bang? Street: I don't know: I never could run up such a steep grade. Mr. Valentine: 'Why don't you answer? Pupil: I didg I shook my head. Mr. Valentine: Well, you don't expect me to hear it rattle from here, do you? Miss Cronin: Write a letter about a visit to some historic place. Miss Russell: What is a historic place Palardy: Plainfield High School is a historic placeg it has two guns in qu front. Miss Violette: Give me a few facts regarding John Mi1ton's life. Jimmy Fanning: First he got married-Then he wrote Paradise Lost. --Then his wife died.-And he wrote Paradise Regainedf' date. Miss Mahoney in history class: Your trouble, Burby, is remembering 17 Burby: I never missed a date in my life. I Miss Violette: Do you know the King's English?' Voice from the rear: Sure we know he's English. French Examination Question: Give the contrary of 'Il leve la tete.' French Examination Answer: Il leve la queue. Miss Cronin: You will have assignment 13 for Wednesday. Street: We had that. When? Last year. Miss Violette: What is the motivating force in Macbeth? Bright Senior: Lady Macbeth. o o o 52 Mr. McGee, explaining example: Now, class, think it over. I'm going to call on .somebody that isn't thinking. lAfter a moment of hesitation! John Dodge. John Dodge: You've got the wrong one. I caught you looking at me. Miss Violette: What is the meaning of irresistible? Student Incapable of being resisted. Give an example. Miss Herr. WE WONDER WHY---? Lois Stetson is always saying, Vive La France. Catherine Kuchy likes grave diggers. Alice Sowerbutts is always singing, Georgie Porgie Pudding Pie. Jarosz is so fond of folk Lore-ing. Jo Cwynar is the spirit of St. Louis. A Irene Zercie's hero is John Paul Jones. Lola Selley always wears brown. Dolly Barber is so fond of Buds of the spring. Evelyn Troening has the Jim -jams. Charlotte Kitchin likes Cookies. Eunice Cook uses Princess Pat powder. Koss is always Gallop -ing. Ida Tracy is always consulting Webster's dictionary. Anna Herr is a devotee of Uncle Sam -my. Norma Day prefers Chick -ens to ducks. Babe Generous likes Young people. Zercie is always singing Bells of St. 'Mary' to us. Ellen Thornley prefers the Street car instead of the bus. Portia Smith uses Fitch s shampoo. Janet Loring prefers to Dodge everything. Phyllis Sanderson likes Johnny cake. James Foy doesn't like to share his lola -pops. Amy Wilcox never Dodge s him. Flora Gallup went to see the Koss -acks. A FRENCH E TRAGEDY iHelen Greene and Mildred Goldberg-19301 Miss Armstrong sat down at her desk, And a Senior paused on his way To ask if she could teach French class, For Miss Dodd that day. 53, THE HERMIAD 4 So Josephine her books did gather And to the -class did go. -V She' went without even noticing -- - The kids were walking three in a, row. The class was shivering in its boots ' To think that J. A. was to teach.- She looked around the room and saw The pride of Sterling Hill-Clyde Leech! The story of Berthe aux grands pieds Was the subject now at handg When she said, Decrive Berthe Then Clyde Leech up did stand. With pride he started to describe, Berthe a des chevaux blonde. Miss Armstrong looked so very amused, The class it did astound. When the atrocious mistake he had made Dawned upon their minds, They burst into uproarius laughter Which truly was unkind. When Clyde thinks of that tragedy Of changing e to a He blushes very shamefully As he did in class that day. HELPFUL HINTS TO THE STENOGRAPHER Always fail to bring one of your notebooks with you, then ask per- mission to go and get it. Never sharpen your pencil--wait until dictation and then rush up and do it with much gusto. Always come at least three minutes late for class, it will show that you are'busy. 'If the letter is especially diflicult, don't bother doing it--leave it for someone else. Never bother to erase-it wastes time. It looks more ambitious to strike over. If Mr. Chapman is in a rush for a particular letter, reserve that one until the last. He will be more interested in you. THE- HERMLA-D 5-4 When taking dictation utter a low whistle every time you are given a hard word. It will remind the dictator of his pet kitten. N When taking a speed test, concentrate upon your favorite screen hero- it will help you to make more errors. ' ' l Nevervdust your machine or clean the type-it will make your hands dirty and soil your cuffs. , Always address your superior as Hey! or Say, you! It will give him a better impression of you. Use'as much Princess Pat as possible, it will make your work more colorful. Never be courteousg on the contrary be as rude as you can in order to show your independence. Use ain't, yeah, done, shan't, and youse, as much as possible as it will display your knowledge of the English language. A A Make at least ten trips to get a drink of water in the morning and as many in the afternoon--maybe your employer will send the office boy for some ice cream. Misspell as many words as you can--it will give the boss a variety. Argue as much as possible with him on all matters, so that he will know that you are not as dumb as you look. Never fail to contradict him at any time-even if he is at a conference- it will show that you are observing. And above all-do not forget your chewing gum. It will remind him of a Jersey cow back on the farm, in the shade of the old apple tree. Evelyn Troening'-1929 55 we Henman sr- Z,.,i... PLL . WHERE GROW THE A+'s DID BURNHAM COME TO DUNSINANE? And, in the moonlight, were all the little trees running up the hill- The huge dome was upheld by round pillows- The porch was surrounded by old-fashioned pillows- Looking down the hill was a mill B' the light rays shinning into the river.' ' They are dressed in silk knickerbockers, slippers with silver buckles and white-powdered wigs. The wagon was drawn by an old horse which needed paint badly. And his eyes looked out of shaggy eyebrows-- He was a little round old person, with oval nose, square jaw and slant eyes. The king sends messengers to find out about his death and, to find his body. A cow browsed in a pasture with long horns. She wrote we have gone home on the black board. i THE' HERMIAD 58 TRULY, THE ART OF LETTER WRITING HAS DEVELOPED t ' I Moosup, Connecticut - January 9, 1929 Mr, Hoot Gibson, Foreman Bar S. Ranch, Star County, California. Dear Sir: Please consider this an application for a position on your ranch. I have read about the West, and I was favorably impressed by the ways of you Westerners :-all except tobacco-chewing. I intend to abolish that, when I'm a cowboy. I have fathomed the theory of the lariat, and the arithmetic teacher says that we are going to learn triggernametry soon. You tell the fellows over there to treat me respectfully because I have a shocking temper. I'1l run away from home soon, on my new pony. I intend to ride over, I ought to be pretty well broken in after going three thousand miles, so that you can leave the toughest steers for me to handle. Write soon. Yours truly, Miss Anne Anymous A ROMAN WEDDING A synthetic gem from Intermediate Latin Class. Before entering the bridegroom's house, the door posts were hung with garlands. The bride's hair were down her back and there was a helmet or a sword twisted in it. She wore a scarlet vale. On her head were six hair ornaments, which indicated good omens. They were married by the family priest. When the guests arrive the priest is ready to marry them. BENEFITS OF MID-YEAR EXAMINATIONS To climb over the passing average in the mid-year exams, you must study, a little bit anyway, study before, not after, is my motto. I think it is better to know your subject matter for the examinations. Exams are good reviews for many people, except a few 5 I never mention my own name in such circumstances. You are expected to remember the name of the poets in American Literature, for example, Longfellow,-when he was born, and when he died. I cannot see anything good in dates. I had a date once and it ended in a terrible mess. Therefore, I hate to remember dates. ' Clippinger was a bright, intelligent, industrious man and I cannot un- derstand why he wrote such a book as the English Grammar: a waste of time and material is what I think it is. 57 THE .HERIIAD American.Masterpieees is the worst book I ever read. I lost all interest in Rip Van Winkle and other poems when Miss Teacher told us to outline such fairy tales. I have reasons to be anxious to know the results of those new-type and old- type questions and answers. Nothing could be worse than to be held in such suspense. If I get a B, Pa will say, You could have done much better! why didn't you try, for when I was a boy -and so far into the night. If, by accident, I have a D or E, Pa will say, You may, with my permission, change school and get a position in some fine mill. I have Ma sign my report card for if Pa did-I positively will not repeat v such language . That's how smart I am, especially in English. FAVORITE OCCUPATIONS OF OUR FACULTY Mr. Chapman Miss Armstrong Mrs. Collins - Miss Violette - Miss Mahoney Miss Cronin - Mr. Chapman: Driving a Dodge. Miss Armstrong: Clearing the Corridors. Mrs. Collins: Keeping house. Miss Violette: Scolding the Seniors. Miss Mahoney: Trying to look stern. Miss Cronin: Playing golf. Miss Dodd: Giving a French test. Miss Hayes: Giving health talks. Miss Wholcy: Giving speed tests. Mr. Johnson: Leading the orchestra. Mr. Dysart: Chaperoning basketball games. Mr. Valentine: Balancing accounts. Mr. Monaghan: Changing seats. Mr, McGee: Demonstrating experiments. Mr. Gauthier: Sweeping. Ethel: Checking up temperature. Mardge: Making out report cards. Margaret: Making cakes. Miss Bouvier: Calming the Freshmen. T. R. Z., Inc. PET REMARKS OF OUR FACULTY Don't be afraid to come and see me. Did you bring an excuse? Call me by my right name. - You talkative Seniors. - Senior class meeting the last fifteen minutes of lunch period. - Keep quiet or I'll take it oil' your noon hour. THE HERMIAD Miss Dodd - Miss Hayes - Miss Wholey - Mr. Johnson - Mr. Dysart - Mr. Valentine Mr. Monaghan Mr. McGee - Miss Bouvier - Mr. Gauthier - Ethel - - Mardge - Mnrfrnfet I'm serious now: no talking. Girls, observe training rules or no letter. Now remember that haste makes waste. Repeat that with more expression. We're out to win this game. Now, my dear children, Begorra. Have you gum? You know what that means Pianissimo. V Get out of my dirt. Telephone call! Please send your attendance slip down. No more 'dogs.' T. R. Z. Inc. 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Brown, '18, to Miss Helen S. Williams, '21, of Moosup, Conn. Harold Burke, '18, to Miss Catherine M. Bowler of Unionville, Conn. Irene Nightingale, '18, to Mr. John Gronningen of Evanston, Illinois. Carl A. Berggren, '22, to Miss Ethel Burke of Moosup, Conn. Julia M. Lyon, '22, to Mr. Leo Farland of Wauregan, Conn. Eleanor E. Main, '22, to Mr. Luman P. Bennett of Central Village, Conn. Anona H. Holloway, '23, to Mr. James E. Barton of Vineyard Haven, Mass, Frederick G. Sunn, '23, to Miss Catherine Haskell of White Plains, N, Y. Ione R. Bartow, '26, to Mr. Fred Monroe of Oneco, Conn. Ruth Sayles, '26, to Mr. Harold Knox of Sterling, Conn. The following engagement has been announced since the last issue of the Hermiad: Burgess Nightingale, '17, to Miss Grace McCall. The following births have been recorded in our Alumni records since the last issue of the Hermiad: Born to :-- Mr. and Mrs. Romeo Duval 1Evelyn Goven, '26J a daughter Cecelia Louise. G. Dewey Seguin, '27, and Mrs. Seguin, a son, John Bowen. Mr. and Mrs. Milton E. Winsor fVivian Cleland, '22J a daughter, Vera Natalie. Mr, and Mrs. William Asal llienrietta Burby, '17J a son, James. Earle W. Belknap, '14, and Mrs. Belknap, a daughter, Alice Elizabeth, Mr. and Mrs. Philip Peterson, lHelen Phillips, '18, a daughter, Janice Beverly. . George W. Doyle, '15, and Mrs. Doyle, a daughter, Helen Josephine. Mr. and Mrs. Leon Adams, QI-Ielen A. Gardiner, '23J a son, William Gardiner. THE HERMIAD 62 Mr. and Mrs. Edward Blanchard lAgnes Peltier, '17J a daughter, Louise Irene. Claramon Boyle, '25, and Mrs. Boyle, a son, Donald Earl. Walter Hawkins, '16, and Mrs. Hawkins, lDora Blanchard, '16l a daughter, Carolyn Ann. Walter P. Lathrop, '13, and Mrs. Lathrop, a son, Jason Perry. Charles E. Hopkins, '20, and Mrs. Hopkins, a son, Charles Edwin, Jr. J. Raymond Tyler, '25, and Mrs, Tyler, a son, Richard Stephen. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur McCann fEdna Fraser, '13J a son, Roderick. Mr. and Mrs. Ross Urquart fCatherine Hutchinson, '24J a son, Ralph Vernon. The following death has been recorded since the last issue of the Hermiad: In Norwich, at Uncas-on-Thames, on October 19, 1928. Mrs. Ellis M. Kennedy QNellie Coughlin, '19J 1908 Mr. and Mrs. Ralph T. Denison have gone to the Pacific Coast. Their plans for the future are somewhat indefinite. They have been at Mr. Denison's home in Moosup since their return from China. 1909 Earl Bragg, with his family, has come from Englewood, N. J. and will make his home in Central Village. Mr, Bragg will be with the Central Worsted Company force in this village. 1910 Annie E. Fraser is teaching in Grades 5 and 6 in Central Village School. Her address is Moosup. 1914 M. Stella Lafrance has returned from her studying abroad and is teaching in the high school in Brookline, Massachusetts. 1916 Clarence Winsor is at his home in Plainfield because of ill health. 1917 Donald Couture is employed by the General Electric company in Chicago. 1918 Lawrence Burby is a member of the graduate class of Law at Columbia University, Washington, D. C. He is also employed as reporter by R. G. Dunn and Company. His address is 1220 Kenyon Street, Washington, D. C. Harry H. Potter is employed in Charlie's Lunch in Jewett City. 1919 Marion Lee is in the graduating class of the New Haven Normal School. 1920 Mary J. Burke is teaching in Unionville, Connecticut. 1922 Mollie F. H. Baxter is employed in a physician's oflice in the fore- noon and in the laboratory of Columbia University in the after- noons. Walter Dougherty is in the undertaking business with his brother, with offices in Taftville and Moosup, 1923 Frederick G. Sunn is manager of Woolworth's Store in White Plains, N. Y. Ellen C. Belknap is teaching Biology and General Science in the High school at Attleboro, Massachusetts. 5? 1924 1925 At. .sf 1926 1927 .'!H'ff.Hl73MlAl?.,. , Samuel Dorrance of Bowdoinham, Maine, has been promoted to manager of Longbranch Sheep Farm. Doris I. Bishop is teaching in Sterling Center School. Mae R. Healey is in the Senior Class at Willimantic Normal School. Emily Hopkins is employed as technician in a Brooklyn, N. Y. hospital. Marjorie Mayhew is employed in White Plains, N. Y. Marjorie Winsor is in training at the W. W. Backus Hospital in Norwich. Adelaide H. Prentiss is teaching in Damon Hall, Newton, Mass. Lionel H. Mercier is a student at Bryant-Stratton college in Provi- dence. Jackie is also coaching the Bryant-Stratton baseball team. Ethelyn H. Barber is in business in Moosup. The Poll Parrot Shop shows many attractive articles for making the home beautiful. Agnes Crawford .istg graduate nurse from the Post-Graduate hospital in New York Russel O. Davis is employed by the Woonsocket Machine Company, ' ' setting up mill machinery. Malcolm M. Hutchinson is employed by the State as a foreman in charge of landscape gardening work and is located in New London. Pauline Lafrance is employed by the Moosup Trust Company. M. Alice Zercie is teaching in Plainfield Grammar School. Ruth Hopkins is a district nurse in Norwich, Aaron A. French is employed in the oflice of the United States Finishing Company in Sterling. Agnes C. Allard is employed in a beauty parlor in Norwich. Helen A. Bakanowsky has won many honors at Posse-Nissen in various athletic fields. She has been manager of the Posse- Nissen basketball team this year. Miss Bakanowsky has made an enviable record on the swimming team also. Because of injuries during a recent swimming contest, she has been at Backus Hospital in Norwich and has undergone a serious operation. She will be graduated from Posse-Nissen with full honors this June. Doris I. Generous is teaching in Leffingwell. Her address is Lefiing- well, Connecticut, Grace Mawoha is taking a course in hairdressing in New London. Edith B. Parkhurst is employed as teacher of stenography and type- w ' 'ng in the Merchants Banker Commercial School in Hartford. Hel ddress is 30 Newton Street, Hartford, Connecticut. Francis . Hopkins is employed in Beit Brothers market in Norwich. Wallace Hopkins is employed in the Mohegan market in Norwich. Alfred Hopkins has been forced, because of ill health, to leave Clark University and is now devoting his time to the study of music. Charles B. Roper is attending Northeastern University in Boston. His THE HERMIAD 64 1928 address is 200 St. Botolph Street, Boston, Massachusetts. Kenneth R. Shippee is taking a two year course with the Bartlett School of Tree Surgery and is now located in Maryland. Irene L. Bonnin is training at Post-Graduate Hospital in New York City. Rose L. Paranzino is employed in a beauty parlor in Providence, R. I. Clara B. Roper is employed as stenographer in the oilice of the Gutta Percha and Rubber Company, Limited, of Toronto, Canada. Her address is 11 Lytton Boulevard, Toronto, Canada. Emma Dearnley is now attending Colby, Jr. College. Edmond Abbood is employed in Hartford, Conencticut. Earl B. Carpenter isj employed in Canterbury. He has been doing post graduate work at Plainfield High School and plans to enter Connecticut Agricultural College in the Fall. Nelson L. Carpenter is employed in Canterbury. He has been doing post graduate work at Plainfield High School and plans' to enter Connecticut Agricultural College in the Fall. Eugene J. Carroll is attending Norwich Free Academy. Terrance J. Coughlin is employed by the American Woolen Company in Moosup. ' William B. Coughlin is doing special work at Plainfield High School. Edmond D'Avignon has moved from Plainfield to Montreal, Canada. Russell K. Gallup is at his home in Moosup. His address is Moosup, Connecticut, R. F. D. ' Clifford W. Gauthier is employed as an attendant at the Norwich State Hospital. Armand J. Gilbert is attending St. Thomas Seminary in Hartford. Joseph S. Hawkins is working in New York City and taking a course in accountancy. Henry J. Marchesseault is employed by the Moosup Trust Company. Charles C. Modliszewski has moved to Warwick, R. I. Walter P. Robinson is attending Connecticut Agricutural College. J. Ernest Royle is attending Connecticut Agricultural College. Arnold L. Smith is attending Connecticut Agricultural College. Lewis C. Saiford is attending Bryant-Stratton College in Providence. His address is 50 Rochambeau Avenue, Providence, Rhode Island. Wilbur S. Sherman is living in Los Angeles, California. Theodore A. Tetreault is at his home in Moosup. William E. Williams is at his home in Moosup. Raymond M. Young is attending the Dudley Bible Institute. Richmond A. Young is attending the Dudley Bible Institute. Claire E. Berard is in training in St. Francis Hospital in Hartford. Eleanor M. Briggs is employed in the telephone office in Moosup. Agnes A. Brown is at her home in Oneco, and will take a library course at the Springfield Public Library in September. THE HERKIAD Ethel L. Browne is at her home in Sterling. Ida B. Butler is at her home in Plainfield. Dorothy M. Carpenter is in training at St. Francis Hospital in Hart- ford. Christina M. Clark is in training in Lawrence and Memorial Hospital in New London. Gladys M. Davis is employed in the Puritan Restaurant inVDanielson. Teresa E. Dziecinny is employed as cashier in the Cameo Theatre in Bristol, Connecticut. Esther D. Falt is employed in New York City. Catherine M. Fox is at her home in Sterling. Laurab E. Gallup is attending' Willimantic Normal School. Her address is Residence Hall. Madelyn M. Garvey is at her home in Sterling. Pauline E. Glebas is at her home on Black Hill. Helen E. Hart is employed in the Jewett City Savings Bank. Helen H. Hatt is employed in New York City., Toini L. Havunen is employed in the ofllce of a life insurance company in New York City. Bessie M.'LaLiberte is at her home in Jewett City and is studying music. Beatrice M. Lamothe is attending Willimantic Normal School. Her address is Residence Hall. Madeline C. Nichols is employed in Providence. Katherine V. Noile is employed as a bookkeeper in Jewett City. Caroline V. T. Nightingale is attending the Y. W. C. A. school of Domestic Science in Boston, Massachusetts. -'S N HP SH OTS . 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Dupuis I Il'U'lI'uI'nmNm.ImummlsPu'nm1.u.ru..u.n,n.,u.,n Compliments of C. D. West dealer in Dry Goods. Boots, Shoes and Rubbers Moosup, Conn. Compliments of Bodo's Dry Goods Store Fancy Line of Dry Goods Hyde Block Moosup, Conn ALLING RUBBER COMPANY Dealer in Boots, Shoes and Rubbers SPORTING GOODS Complete line of Men's and Boys' OF ALL KINDS ready made suits. Try one of our special Blue Serge Suits at 522. 50 Norwich, Conn. MOOSUP, CONN. Tel. 706 The Gift and Art Shop D. M. Allard A fine line of l-lemstitching done to order SHOES and STOCKINGS MOOSUP, CONN ' for the family Complements of I.. A. MAYNARD Plumbing, Heating and Tining Moosup, Conn, KINDEST WISHES Mary A. Tracy T Uncle Sam's Postmaster Central Village, Conn. J. M. Beausoleil Moosup, Conn. THE COPY CAT Tea and Gift Shop Central Village, Conn. Uuununul.pun,pn,n,n,n,n,lq,lg U 4 gl,pI,yl,lI,lI,lI I I D l I l Y H I I I I I 4 4 1 I I I U'U'II'I ?Mwwwu'u'u'u'wmm.mvmwum so sa u 1 nu an on up O' uhh! uO5Illr0.NnNlN0'N' JVJNUNNON N'N'NNdklklkliandkfiultfiAd'M'sl'al'disNvNe'!lV't0'il'lO ll'blNN ul Q Compliments of SMITH BROTHERS ICE Moosup, Conn. Compliments of Leach's Orchestra Tel. 72-5, Wauregan, Connecticut Enterprise Wet Wash Yours for Better Wet Wash Service Tel. 27 -3 Plainfield, Connecticut THE ATWOOD THEATRE Home of Refined Photoplays Wauregan, Connecticut ,lgl9554lll'l5U'U5lWlNsNlNl'h'V'U'V'0'UU Nu! I I t l N V U UllmlhlUQNJMNIFll'lg'U'U'M'd'dldVlJh5M'U'U'UN Chas. E Haynes Sz Co. Danielson. Connecticut We make Rubber Stamps that Print Commercial Printing Loose Leaf Binders F. W. Tillinghast 8Li Sons Undertakere and Embzlmers Phone Central Village, Conn, ? A . 1 C 1 Compliments of CLASS OF 1930 u ua u u in 1 vm mu u u u u u u u uwwwwu-v-u-.n.88 1 . 3 S 1 s 5 :- 3 2 3 QW'7'lnlfiefiofhihii4iAlill'uliilMinli-lhiieiinftniiaftlillitlMiu'ni'sl'aIinliqiigii.lt.i1m,i1,i5,m Agiuinnln'nh!iuihlimgulllgiwigi Bryant-Stratton College 'of Business Administration Founded 1863 Providence, Rhode Island Chartered by the State to confer degrees V Approved by the State Board of Ed- ucation 'Kas main-taining collegiate standards. ' ' 'Co-operating with thousands of business leaders, meeting their em- ployment needs. Preparing, placing and promoting to preferred positions increasing numbers of young men and young women. 'Summer school July' and August. Advance registration is being taken now for September. For information in regard to our two year courses in Business Admin- istration, Accountancy and Finance, Executive-Secretarial and Teacher- Training, come in and visit or write to our Registrar. Compliments of The First National Bank PLAINFIELD, OONTNECTICUT Compliments of THE FACULTY Compliments of CLASS OF 1931 BA'TfON CORNER LUNCH 'Wauregan Mgrs. Collins 8x Guerton Compliments of LEO'S LUNCH , R. R. 'Sq-uare Moos-up, Ct. I Compliments of 1 f 'DHE SEURETARIES 3 Compliments of i JOHN J. SULLIVAN Groceries, Dry Goods and Meats Sterling Tel. 197-4 Connecticut 9 'VW'U'1f'w'n'ul-Ihmmm'ummm'ua'mummwwww-umm: vs.rs4vt1'smnu1.4Q.:Q.nfuflumm'm.mm'uu. '53 K .v 1 5 2 : P ? E : Z 2 3 . . - . . - - . . 1 S :- 2' 5 3 5 3 X f 3 Q E K . Q -1 s s 2' J Y 5: f: 5 z . s s f as BHI1'lI'U'll'AINI'ul'ul'ul'nliullull'Nu'Inf!1'lI'!4'lI'tI'iI'lI'tI I I I I In ll N u q,aUuUu,,n,p,4up p1u,u,ng,' M U Un, u 4 Q - ' MOREAU AND CORBEIL Black Silver Foxes and Chincilla Rabbits MOOSUP, CONN. Compliments of MARGARET REID Have your clothes cleaned at our new plant 1 Keystone Cleaners and Dyers 2 Allan Mopsik Moosup, DESPATHY'S Complete Home Furniture Moosup, Conn. The home should come first Telephone C. D. SALISBURY 81: SON. Dealer In Hardware and Furniture Plainfield, Conn. H. HAMMER Watchmaker and .Jewler Stonesetter and Engraver Moosup, Connecticut ERA TERNITY, COLLEGE AND CLASS JEWELRY COMMENCEMENT ANNOUNCEMENTS AND INVITATIONS 3 Official jewlen tothe clua of l93l, '32, '33, '34 of Plainfield High School J 5 S L. G. Balfour Company 2 Manufacturing jewlers 0 Stationers S 2 E z Attleboro, Mass. ajlillglhll ll vu u in UNI I I In In mm umInIl.Il.It.InNJlA'u'U'uI'nIlulluIhI!nN fu U U II I! I! mm tl U ul I1 mmm y .rnnrafwl i us- mu 1 iii v mmm a I l iw, xw1u,vy,na SUCCESS IS NOT A DESIRE- BUT THE PRODUCT OF HARD WORK We know you are all working hard, and Wish you all success for the future. A 'Savings Account is the first step up. A deposit of SBI or more will start you off, and Will be pleased to have your name on our books. 4M Z, Interest on All Savings Accounts THE DANIELSON TRUST COMPANY Danielson, Conn. Specializing in Eugene Permanent VVaving LILLTA N BEAUTY PARLOR Mrs. Lillian R. Grimes, Prop. Telephone 154 Moosup, Connecticut Compliments of JOSEPH 'GOYETTE Barber Opp. Methodist Church Moosup, Conn. Compliurentls of JE'TTfE'fS BARBER SHOP Mooslup, Connecticut Compliments of The Emilie Beauty Parlor Hair Dyes Marcel Waving Scaflp Treatments and Facials MOOSUP, CONN. Tnnglais Beauty Parlor WILFRFID SYSTEM Tel. 190 Jewett 'City Connecticut Wl'T.l.TAM VAILLANCOURT Barber Shop Moosup, Connecticut I p V IK V! 'U'U'U'U'AFU'AN1Y5:'Il'h'il'U'U'U'A1' I' I U I UIUI Al il II Il ll ll U U U I N ll I l'Il'U U II F! I I I Hills S8.:i.vmm 1 9 1 i 4 1 : Compliments of MOOSUP PHARMACY The Prescription Drug Store S Moosup, Conn. i Am ..P.,nmsu-U-'und Ii u A Save with Safety at your Rexall Drug Store LAVALLEE'S PHARMACY Compliments of 7 Merciers Drug Store Plainfield, Conn. P. O. Block Moosnp, Conn, Compliments of GRENIER S On the Corner Alfred and Edna Dalbec, Mgrrs. Compliments of A FRIEND Compliments of B. W. DANIELSON Moosup, Conn. Compliments of A FRIEND OF P. H. S. Alfred Champagne FONTAINE 8z CHARRON Dry Goods and Shoes Plaintield, Connecticut Compliments of DR. F. D. BROWNING Jewett City, Conn. Tel. 82 Compliments of F. ARREMGNY 8m SON Jewett City, Conn. Compliments of THE MISSICS DORE Moo-sup, Conn. Keech's Department Store Sam Florman, Prop. 45 and 49 Main Street Danielson, Conn. l4'u'U'U AI I i i fl N NN K H K U U l l I I I1 N VIH U U ll II l I III!!! I NUI! U I Nllflfl llUll'lI lI'- 4'1 - -'WH'HW'U'rl'I-I'-I'-ll-'nlI-'muha'u'u'-mr'-Inmm'n4'mu'u:H4'nv'nl.nf.H.vinnlumm'nHuam'in'-mv'-rl-Il.fl.vl-'82 1 2 2 1 ahlillhii N The Hartford Hospital Training School Graduating Class A Professional Career The Hartford Training School for Nurses offers high school graduates a professional career with every educational advant- age. The School is now in its fifty-first year and has graduated ten hundred and ninety seven nurses. The present enrollment is two hundred and twenty-five students. Many recreational ad- vantages are also offered, such as tennis, moving- pictures, professional Glee Club and Dramatic Club instruction. The Nurses Residence is home-like and attractive and students are on duty eight hours daily, with one afternoon off duty each week. Classes are admitted September and February, For further information, address Principal, Hartford Hospital Training School Hartford, Connecticut hllllllll HHH!! I MUUUU I DUNN HUUU l I NYWNNIVUIIII I Ylllllilji 4 in u n'u Qu.,...mu,ag,mmmnoI.41.u.u.um.wn'um'ummmumfmemmumumuvmmu.u.-mamma-ww.u.u.os.vmn mmumugg 5 n E 1 4 a 1 f 1 4 - 2 3 - 1 Q E Compliments of 1 5 p Q CENTRAL WORSTED OO. : s 1 s Q The Wauregan Oompany Manufacturers of E Fine Lawns and Fancies 5 Compliments of Q Wauregan, Conn. N. Y., N. H. 8: H. Railroad 3 2 Sterling, Connecticut I I ? S - 1-gf f -' '----4 f Y' - i Y' -'- --MT '-- -l - 1 r - I . 1 E Compliments of 3 3 THE PLAINFIELD HIGH SCHOOL ALUMNI if ASSOCIATION 5 1 s 5 : 2 S E Q nlM,NaginlilldllllJia'UJIM!!!MlUFUl4l'll'lI'lFlNdlnNs0lnNl'lo'MMU'lI'U'il'lIluNaNnl5o'U'il'll'il'illllhlhli Nqhqlulnluigplgu If 1 Q 5 S I X Q s 'Jwwwmvwum-u-um-ww.rwmu.u.vwwwu'u'w'v'1-N f 'H 'HN WW 0 if W' V'- 3 THE SUHOOL OF NURSING WfM. W. BAOKUTS HOSPITAL A BIT OF SWEET MAKES Registered School, three yeans . ,,.. En X course Classes, September and Feb- THE MEAL OUMPLET ruary course includes seven months affiliation with the Yale School of PJOUKY HILL FARM Nursing and the New Haven Visiting 1 Nurse Association. For full informs- ,TELLIES 3 tion apply to E 2 , NOTHING QUITE SO 3 3 Dlrectress of Nurses 2 Wm. W. Backus 'Hospital DELIC'I0USn Q Norwich, Connecticut E 3 School Of Nursing Connected With The S Lawrence and Memorial Associated Hospital, 2 New London, Connecticut . -5 1 For High School Graduates. 2 5 2 Length of course - 2 years and 6 months. 3 3 Accredited in Connecticut and New York. 4 Splendid buildings including new nurses residence, beautifully situated overlooking Thames River and near OceanBeach. 5 Classes enter September and Feburary. E 6 For further infomation apply to the Superintendent. 8'IN0ldiJVU'U'U'M't4'U'V'05J!eNeKdfMFU'U'V's0'd'efleNlFlfU'V'U'el'el'uNel!e'M'tJ'U'pO'e0uPill0lFNuPU'U'l el's0hNell0U'hz li,mlUl.mn,u,n 1 5, Unm,p,gq,n yy wwumlglllmrhmm Qgm!wl.mu.Il.!lulwh'll'll'ul ll Il I! lluYhlln'lA'lA U ul'n Gasoline Oil Tires Auto Supplies Batteries LLOYD J. MILLER Telephone 112-3 Sterling, Conn. Dayton 8: Yale Tires and Tubes Tires are low, so why not one of the best if you have to re-tire? They are cheaper in the end and eliminate HARRY LAU your trouble, Like all the Standard c Compliments of line the Dayton Stabilized Balloon . i , and Thoroughbred Cord are fully SAAD BRO5- guaranteed to meet any competition Coal and Wood Have you seen the Coffield Tire Pro tector? They double your mileage M00Supv Conn' Phone 351 or 360 Off. R. R. Station I 299 23 R. W. Pellett, Agent Danielson Te -' or s Compliments of The Class 1932 We Congratulate You ' ' Upon -your successful school career and trust' your future career will be even more successful. When needing business advice consult the officers of this institution backed by one hundred and seven years of service. THE WINDHAM coUNTY NATIONAL ,BANK DANIELSON, coNN, ' it Compliments of THE MOOSUP TRUST COMPANY Lewis A. Hoar, Treasurer nnulxnunnnnnfulvuu'x 'l'v l1nn 1 mum llhIl,n,n,q,nuuu1w,4n,,u,px,u.Il.n.mPn'u'u'UW'u'U'ul'wulhllnlhlhllnfin'Io'ln'lo'n'u'U'u'u'u1'nmllmm Imlllunnmg ORTHEASTER IVERSITY ,XII I e if IE O qv- -74 in ,as Ms sit? Acuoif We 114 I gm F ' I 2 Ffa ' '39 4 X- uv. 11 I I: ' . 'HQ Y-,n DAY DIVISION THE SC'HOOL OF ENGINEERING In co-operation with engineering firms, offers five ye-ar curriculums leading to the Ba.chelor's degree in the following branches! of engineer- : ing: Civil Engineering Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Chemical Engineering Industrial Engineering THE SCHOOL OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Co-operating with business firms, offers five year collegiate courses leading to the degree of Bachelor of Business 'Administration in Accounting or in Finance or in Mercliandising The 'Oo-operative Plan of training enables the student to coin- bine theory with practice and makes it possible for him to earn his tuition and a part of his other school expenses. For catalog or any fufrthev' inforinfntion, write to NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY MILTON J. SUHLAGIENHAUF, infector of Admissions Boston, Massachusetts QI ulhllnli H VH U U U U I' N N 'MNA In U'U'hI'ul'ql'vNJN'll'lI'lI'hl'uI'uIl.YhYh'll'll U ul IN il N MMU U lf ullulhlhlqgq :N animllgil 0 iris ls'llilfiflf:lV4ihiTx?il'll'ln7ln l l ki A lr-tJ'n7lv lx I Til7h'h7h7in'h'U'ev'lF.Fu'nhfiuf?lfin7?lFl1'il ll 5 Compliments of A. SAVOIE Moosup, Connecticut l A. ZIMMERMAN i MEAT MARKET, LOWEST PRICES Moosup, 'Connecticut GEORGE W. LORING 2 Staple and Fancy Groceries Tel. 61-4. Oenmi Village 5 Q 1 . I Compliment-s of R. F. MAGGIA 2 Compliments of WAUREGAN STORE E A. M Tracy, Agent Z Wauregan, Connecticut 2 MAROHESSEAIHJT BROS. E Meats, 'Staple and Fancy Groceries, E Dry and Fancy Goods, 2 Crockery, Tinware S Tel. 47 Moosup, Cf- , RICHMOND 8x SON 5 Tel. 203 Moosup, Connecticut : RICHMOND BROS. 2 Tel. 25-9 Plainfield, ioonnecucue THE A. 85 P. STORE 2 Plainfield, Conn. 5 S Compliments of 15 JODOIN'S MARKET 5 Tel. 199 Jewett City, Ct. i c amm,,,u.ou lu sn nn u 1 N Il rn vu mu u mn nn 4 n n rn In F. W. TTLLINGHAST A SONS Dealers in High Grade Coal, Grain and General Merchandise Tel. 282-2' Central Village B. D. PARKHURST On The Square Sterling, Connecticut Compliments of ATLANTIC 8z PACIFIC TEA CO. Where Economy Rules H. E. Young, Mgr. Central Village DIVERSI Fruits, Confectionery and lce Cream Parlor Tel. 94 Moosup MATHIEU BROTHERS Groceries and Provisions Telephone 252-32 Plainfield, Conn. U II il I I N N Fl KI U U ll li H N U Sl U I Il Il lupus. 8 zlllulidl N N l U U I I N ll H ll 'I Il U il I l ! Il I! Pl I Q 5 COLLINS MOTOR SALES CHEVROLET SALES Kr SERVICE E Repairing Moosup, Conn. U U U'U'lIllNuflulllllnNJN'U'U iI'hI'H'nIllIlulN1Fl1'I ll MILLIGAN BATTERIES for all purposes WAUREGAN GARAGE for up to date service. Arthur Milligan, Prop. 'wnnln 32 : : Z- - J ewett City Auto Sales Service When You Need It Tel. 143 64 No, Main St., Jewett City, Kigy Service Station Auto repairing and accessories Dunlop Tires and Tubes Plainfield, Connecticut PLANCHON BROS. Hood and Goodrich Tires Tydol and Socony Gas Plainfield, Conn. : Loughran's Taxi Day or Night 2 Service. Closed cars for all occasions , FULL INSURANCE CARRIED - Tours any you desire to take- Canada 2 White Mountains, Washington, Niagra Falls Call 79 for information. Wedding, Hospital and Funeral Corteges , given prompt and courteous service. - Headquarters for Baseball Information Special trips Sundays to Braves Field Henry H. Loughran Central Village and Moosup Residence 79 Night bell also Homer's Filling Station Our Tires Give Service Our Service never Tires FISK Taxi Service GOODYEAR Plainfield, Connecticut KINGS FILLING STATION VEE DOL OIL TYDOL GAS BATTERY SERVICE UNITED STATES TIRES 5 Moosup, Connecticut 82fm-U-mmm.p-,,n.n.n,n.n u n n 1 I u an 4 4 1 1 n n n n'u-u'wu'.11.lmmum'u'u 1 'UNI'-28 25.1.1-,4-,fn w x n n up o 4 lil 0 1 fs rn 1 n n nuns: 4 I 0 n nu u4HInulum'u'n'v'v'ul'u'sNdluIl.NdvvvVl2. M . ' O Compliments of DRISC OLIFS MARKET Tel. 85 u Jewett Gty, Connecticut Compliments of THE FIRST NATIONAL STORE James I-I. Avery. Mgr. Compliments of Moosup, Connecticut BETTERMAWS MARKET LYONS 85 GJNLLOWS Candy, Soda, Ice Cream, Cigars and Tobacco Main :Street Ahnyville , Plainfield, Conn. Compliments of I1lRA!NlK CHAMIBERLAN D, Agent Fire and 'Casualty Insurance Sterling, Connecticut Kodaks, Fountain Pens, Q Candy Ice Cream Soda WILLIAM BELLAVANCE Moosup, Connecticut Compliments of V-WM' THE CLASS OF 1929 RAPHAEL SENAY, Newsdealer Tobacco, Cigars, 'Sporting Goods, P Stationery, Newspapers ak Magazines Agent Troy Steam Laundry - . Plainifield, Conn. F ,: BMAKFml'lHsI!ulhNo'V'M'V'U'V'U'sNnlldfilfll'U'tFQlluIWbNuNJM'!PV'SFUhI!nNl'VNl'V'SFJ'hNsKlllV'h 2 z : . : P 2 2 . 2 . 2 . E 5 : 5 . 1 : 2 z Z : 2 2 E E - Z' - 1 : - : - z 5 . E - 2 S - 2 . 2 z : - : ? 2 2 : . S . 2 2 : 2 . ? - : - : Q. : i : 2 5 2 E s - E 2 : i - 2 5 2 . 2 . 2 ? 5 - - 5 5 : 2 - : 2 . 2 . 2 fi