Plymouth State University - Conning Tower Yearbook (Plymouth, NH)

Text from Pages 1 - 148 of the 1930 volume:

“The Conning Tower” From which the Life of P. N. S. is observed 1930 Plymouth Normal School “lit Jvusim ” “tni|nt 31 jd-Hiiu He of crfaice” Jerseherance in effort -g to % 10 % TCmmltu to ibeals £ £ Reaming for service £ to Memories that bless anb hunt £ to 5 (Opportunity for self-expression to to 5 llnitu faith humanity «£ to 5N to (Trust in (Sait g g to to 5 Honor to country attb self £ to •X 2 “TH E CONN I N(; TOW E R ” 1 9 3 0 Table of Contents Dr. Silver’s Message. Dedication. Foreword. Faculty. Seniors. Class Write-ups. Training Schools. ()rgani ations. Student Government Dormitories. .1 okes. Advertisements. Foreword Plymouth Normal School to us. as Seniors, means something fundamentally different from the Plymouth Normal School of our freshman year. The change is summed up in the one word, “spirit”, a spirit so intensified and strengthened that we feel proud to know we have had a small part in its renaissance. We have attempted through a representation of all the classes to express our appreciation for their sincere co-operation. We have endeavored to incorporate in this year book, the embodiment of that same spirit. May this book be the symbol of a spirit which will remain ever alive to the needs of our Alma Mater. “Sunlight sifting lacelike through the leaves Shadows the campus; when the day is done We will forget that then were shadows— Remembering the .sun ’ 4 “THE CONNING TOWER” 1930 Ernest Leroy Silver. Successful living is like climbing ;i mountain. At first, in confidence and aspiration wo follow trails made plain by others for our benefit. Along the way. now and then, we glimpse a promise of the beauty upward, inspired anew to courageous climbing over difficulties great and challenging. At last the heights of attainment, the splendid panorama that sets all things in true perspective make toil and discouragement forgotten in the satisfactions of achievement and in spiritual contact with the marvelous beauty and order of the universe. “T H E CONNING TOWER” I 9 3 0 5 Geneva May Smith. We, the Senior Classes of 1930, grateful for your unfailing interest and assistance, for the opportunity for contact with your personal charm and high idealism, dedicate this hook to you, who have inspired us to greater worthiness. 6 “THE CONNING TOWER” 1930 Class Hook Staff Edit or-in-C hief Mildred Kelley Easiness Manager Helen Hannon A dvertising Manager Alice Whiting Assisi an I Easiness Manager Edna Thor can Arl Editor Pauline Keysar Joke Editor Ruth llaire . 1 ssocidle Edi 1 ors Ruby Hilliard Viola Nelson Beryl Shaw Eunice Fiskc Opal Knight Marion Thurston Faculty Adviser Eva Eaiu.l Furlong 8 4 4 T H E C 0 N N I N G T 0 W K R ’ ’ 1 9 3 0 Ernest Leroy Silver President Dartmouth College, B. L., Ph.I)., Harvard Summer School. Guy Edwin Spearc Superintendent of Schools and ] iro«-tor of Training Dartmouth College, A. li.; Harvard University, Ed. M. Eva Earll Furlong English Cornell University, Pli.li., A. M. Herbert Huntington I.amson Natural Sciences Dartmouth Medical Col lege, M. 1). Beatrice Ella Hodgdon Physical Education Plymouth Normal School; I’ossc Normal School; Harvard University, summer term; Columbia University. 11. S.; Plymouth summer school. Geneva May Smith Mathematics Farmington State Normal School, Maine; Boston University. B. S.. in Ed.; University of Maine, summer school. Laura Bell McLean Drawing Massachusetts Normal Art School; Harvard University Summer School. Harry Preble Swell History and Social Science Amherst College, B. A.; Harvard University, A. M.; Harvard University, summer school; Columbia University, summer school. William Freemont Skelton Education Plymouth Normal School; Boston University, B. S., in Ed.: Boston University, Graduate School, summers. “THE CONNING TOWER” 1930 9 Ethel Sloane Bickford Psychology and English Radcliffe College. A. It.; Boston University School of Education. M. A. Ruth Olive Bozurth Geography Illinois State Normal University, B. Ed. John Raymond Fitzgerald Manual Arts llyannis Normal School; Boston University. B. S., in Ed.; summer session, llyannis; summer session Harvard University. Cecelia Theresa Moran Commerce Salem Normal School. B. K.. in Ed.; Boston University summer sessions. Bertha Elizabeth Farrell French and Latin Middlelmry College, A. B.; graduate student. Mid-die Imry College; summer school, Middlcbury College. Doris Isabelle Newton Music Lowell Normal School, T eachers ’ (,'ou rse; Lowell Normal School, Music Supervisors Course; Lowell Normal School, B. S., in Ed. Music Major. Robert John Ernst Commerce Iowa State Teachers’ College, B. A.; State University of Iowa, M. A. Evelyn Marguerite Waugh Domestic Arts and Biology Far m i n g t 0 n Normal School; University of Maine, B. Pd.; graduate work, University of Washington; University of California, M. A. Rachel B. Carpenter Geology and Biology University of Now Hampshire; Columbia University summer sessions. 10 “THE CONNING TOWER” 1930 Clarissa Allen Hewcy Health and Nursing New England Hospital, K. N.; graduate of (Jordon College. Mary Adelia Taylor Critic Headmaster, Dalton High School Boston University, A. B.; Middlelnirv College, M. A. Anna Bean Brown Critic University of Maine, H. S.; student, Simmons College: summer school Uni- versity of New Hampshire. Frances L. Pitchman Librarian Boston University. College of Liberal Arts, A. B.; University Extension courses for librarians. Marion Katherine Seavey Principal Plymouth Normal School: student Rhode Island College of Education, summer school: Plymouth Normal School, summer; University of New Hampshire. Marion Adams Jen ness Critic Xcwburyport T raining School; Plymouth Normal School: Boston University summer school. (Jladys Pearl Twitohell Critic Headmaster, Orford High School Farmington Normal School; Colby College. B. A.; summer sessions, Columbia University. Bertha E. Holmes Rural Critic State Normal School, Worcester, Mass., B. S., in Ed.; Syracuse University Extension Courses. Marion Sheldon Kinvon Critic Wheaton College. A. B.; Columbia University, summer session. • T 11 E C 0 N N I N G 'I' 0 W E R ’ ’ 1930 II Evelyn Werme Critic State Normal School, Worcester, It. S., in Ed. Jane Ellen Kittenburg Critic Chicago Evangelistic Institute; Eau Claire State Teachers’ College, Wisconsin. Albert E. Gauthier Assistant Headmaster Hampstead High School Keene Normal School. Augusta Nichols Critic Headmaster, Hampstead High School Graduate Plymouth Normal School; Boston University, Ft. S., in Ed. Helen Frances Kelloher Critic llyannis Normal School; Boston University, B. S., in Ed. Mrs. Mabel Ilaigh Matron, Mary Lyon Hall Gertrude Beekler Mat toon Critic Plymouth Normal School; University of New Hampshire, summer school. Marion Edith Giles Critic Plymouth Normal School, B. Ed. Mrs. George Leathcrbury Matron, Samuel Head Hall Dormitory 12 4 ‘ T H E C 0 N N I N G T 0 W E R ’ ’ 1 9 3 0 Mrs. Edith A. Beal Dietitian Gertrude Ida Shaw ltegistrar and Secretary Jo President. Our School In the valley of the Pemi. Til a place called Plymouth town, Stands a monument to learning, A school of wide renown. And down through all the years. Full two score ten. in sooth. Has passed through its doors, an endless chain In quest of knowledge and of truth. With the tools of love and learning, They have gone in eager joy, To help and guide with wisdom, Each successive girl and boy. Full many have done it credit, Indeed have brought it fame, With faithful labor and untiring, Bringing honor to its name. In the future as in the past. Let its name and fame endure. Dear Normal school may it ever be Forward looking, steadfast, ami secure. Eunice Fiske. Robert John Kkxst “THE CONNING TOWER7’ 1 93 0 15 To the Graduates of the Four Year Commerce Course Tin Commercial world, both in teaching and in practice, is to-day offering greater rewards than ever before For those who are willing to devote their time and effort to prepare themselves for this work. I feel that yon are to he congratulated for having selected this field of endeavor. We know that von are interested in. and that you like commercial work as you deliberately set out on a comparatively long period of teacher training after having spent some time as a productive worker. Your brief experience as teachers has enabled you to see some of the problems which will confront you. Your success in handling these problems remains to he seen. We have done our best to prepare you for this work, and the records of you. our graduates, will show how well we have succeeded. In this, our final conference, I should like to call your attention to some generalizations that will help you to enjoy this work and to succeed in it. “Do not make your vocation your avocation for this tends to narrowness which is to he deplored. Have an interest in things Other than your work so that you can forget your troubles for a while and then go at them with new vigor. Take an active part in the organizations that are promoting commercial education: this will keep you out of the ruts of stagnation and pull you back on the road of progress. Your duty is to serve the needs of your community. These needs cannot he determined from text hooks. The commercial teacher must study tin community at first hand. By training students for the type of work needed, you can render them a great service by leading them from over-crowded work into fields where their services will he in demand. The business world judges by results, not hv good intentions. Your standards must he their standards. Insist that your students learn to do their work ‘commercially perfect’.’’ R. .1. Khnst. 16 “THE CONNING TOWER” I 9 :i o Seniors-Commerce FLORENCE ELIZABETH CHURCHILL Bethlehem, N. H. Latin Club (1): Representative (1) (2): Pan-Athenaeum (2) (3): Councilor (4). Driving dull core away with her smile, IUdHcling gay—a pal worth while.” Who has ever seen Florence when she was not smiling.’ Florence has been to us a good pal. with a sunny disposition, possessing loyalty, pep, and good sportsmanship. BLANCHE M. DEFAULT Franklin, X. H. “Bl:m “ Madelon ” French Club (2); Soccer (1); English Club (1); Representative (1) Gym Exhibition (l) junc Pageant (1) (’lass Basketball (2); Class Secretary-Treasurer 3) Chief Justice (3); A. A. (1) (2) (3)‘ (I); Pan-Athenaeum (2) (8); Councilor (2); R. H. Councilor (4); Forensic (2); Christmas Pageant (3): President Social Club (3); Councilor Social Club (4). “Her open eyes desire the truth. The wisdom of a thousand years is in them.” Blanche is a girl who realizes the value of things well done. Her steadfast industry and loyalty during her stay at P. X S. have been an inspiration to many un der classmen. Best of luck in your chosen field, Blanche. LILLIAN n. GROUX Manchester, X . II. “Lilly”; “John” Class Secretary-Treasurer (1); French Club (1); Soccer (1); Speed ball (2); Forensic (2); Varsity Debating Team (2); Pan-Athenaeum (2) (3) (4); High Sheriff (2); Bowling Tournament (2) (3); Christmas Pageant (3); Social Club Councilor (3); R. II. Chief Councilor (4). “She was generous, open, sincere A stranger to flattery, a stranger to fear.” When a poet has so perfectly told of your qualities, it would be folly for me. so devoid of artistic temperament. to add more thought. “Til K CO I N G TO E R I 9 3 0 17 TIIKLMA I.Ol’ISK 1IAI.T, Plymouth, X. II. 4■Thel’' Class Secretary Treasurer (1) (2) (3); Pau-Alhonucum (•I); Knglish Club (I); Athletic Association (I) (2) (3) (4). Sin is i cnttr, sin is shy. Hut then 's mischief in her eye. Sckkk: Two girls seated at a study table upon whieli is a dictionary. Fikst Glltl.: Confidentially, Thelnia Mali is one jolly good sport. (Dictionary sits up and takes notice.) Sk o.vi CiIKI.: Site certainly is right there with the spirit. (Dictionary excitedly flutters its pages.) Kikst (Jlltl.: (To dictionary): Well. Dick, you con- tain plenty of words, suppose you ted us what a good kid she is. (Dictionary stutters, puffs, and filially explodes with a loud hang.) Skcoxd Ciki.: Words fail to express it. FLO I? KNOE G. II AXEL Manchester, X. II. Knglish Clul� (1); Pan-Athenaeum (2) (3). • • Don 't talk too much list• it. ’ ’ Florence is one of our quiet girls, hut we all recognize her intellectual ability. This veil of quietness disappears when one becomes hotter acquainted with her, and she is found to he a true friend. 1IKI.KX G. IIAXXOX Manchester, X. II. “Billy” Baseball (I) (3): Athletic Assoc. (1) (2) (3) (4): Representative (I) (2): Knglish Club (1); Latin Club (1): Pan-Athenaeum (2) (3) (4): Class Vioo-Pres. (3); Class Pres. (3); Chief Councilor. Russell House (4); Business Manager, Class Book (4). “Infinili riches in a little room.” Xo class is complete without one lively auburn-haired member. Billy is a Queen City miss who misses her sleep most of the time. Any day she may In seen no need to relate the rest of the story. Lest you ever feel seriously inclined. Billy, remember the I). D. K.’s and that a life without laughter is a dreary blank, and a light heart lives long. Harry Preble Swktt. “THE CONNING TOWER ' 1930 19 To the Graduates of the Four Year History Course After four years in the high school, four more years are a Ion period to spend on study and training with borrowed time and money. The time and money are borrowed from society whatever the source for the individual. There are young: men and women in colleges who would serve society better by leaving abruptly their institutions to become self-supporting. This cannot hi said of you, because you have worked persistently and well. What will be some of the evidences that your study and training have been done successfully? First, of course, you will have to show yourselves proficient in your chosen profession of teaching. A less tangible result of your education should be a pursuit throughout life of some intellectual interest, an interest that demands skill and intelligence. Such interests are numerous; you will do best to select your own. Another evidence that these precious years have been well spent will be independence of judgment and action. Von have frequently shown such independence in a friendly environment. May you be able to show it in other environments, even if not entirely friendly. You know how to gather facts on which Jo base judgments. If your facts are true and your judgments are sound, your decisions will be all the more valuable for not being similar to everybody clse’s. This does not mean a chip-on-the-shoulder independence; for. along with it will go a social interest and sympathy. I like for an educational inspiration Matthew Arnold’s poem to his father. “Rugby ChapelOf all persons with skill, ambition, and a social sympathy, it may be said as of tin great teacher at Rugby: But, thou would st not oloiir Be saved, my father! alone Conquer and come to thy goal, Leaving the rest in the wild. Persons with such social sense can impart knowledge to others and arouse them to develop their powers as your teachers here have often aroused you. You will also show that you have a world view as every educated person ought to have. This view will be wider than the physical heavens, as wide, indeed, as mind. Don’t be afraid to believe that “the ultimate ground-work of all is friendly and akin to” yourselves. With this philosophy of life you can courageously have personal independence and social usefulness. 11AlUty P. Swktt. 20 “THE CONNING TOWER ’ 1930 Seniors-History DOKOTHV MAK1I DAVIS lh rry, N. II. “ Dot fie” Class leader (1); Class Viee-President (1): Class Secretary Treasurer (4)t English Clul� (1); Latin Club (1) (2) (8): Can-Athenaeum (2) (3) (4); Represen tative (I); Soccer (1); A. A. (2) (3) (4). “lirntle, hut firmly purposeful, Dot is one of the nicest people one could know. She does not let the fact that she is a good student keep her from having a good time in doing what we ask f She's one of the D. I). E. ’s. Naff sed! EPNICK CALM Kit FISKK Littleton, N. II. ” Kunie” Call-Athenaeum (2) (3) (4): (Moo Club (1) (2) (3) (4); Sextette (2) (3): Baseball (1) (2); Spccdbnll (2) (3): Tennis Louder (3); Varsity Basketball (1) (2) (3) (4); dune Pageant (1); Christmas Pageant (I); A. A. (1) (2) (3) (4); French Club (2); English Club (I); Representative (1); Gym Exhibition (I); Forensic (3) (4); Debating Team (3) (4') , Associate Editor Class Book (4); Orchestra (1) (2). “She is flic muster of her load. She is I he eu plain of her dun. As an all round good sport Eunie certainly has carried otT the In..is. Her success in Basketball, Base hall. Speed ball. Tennis. Glee Club. Debating and Scholarship have been but indications of what her future success will be. PHYLLIS MAXWELL FORBES Manchester. X. H. “Phil” Baseball (1) (3) ; Speed ball (1) (2) (3); Representative (1) (2); Can-Athenaeum (2) (3); Vice-Cresidoat A. A. (1) (2); President A. A. (3); Secretary of State (3); Varsity Basketball (I) (3) (4 ; Class President (4); English Club (1); French Club (2): Captain Speed ball (3); Captain Class Basketball (3 ; Atliletic Association (1} (2) (3) (4). “My tony tie within my lips I reiyn. Words canned express what we know about Phil. We see her gay; we see her brilliant; we see her care free; we see her a player. But we don't want to take too much for granted. We haven't told everything yet — What about the D. D. E.'s? T1I K CONNING TOWER I 9 : 0 21 MARGARET ELIZAKKTH GROTHEY Laconia, N. II. Peg1 ’ Soccer (1) (2); Class Basketball (1) (2) (3); Pool Leader (3); Pan-Athenaeum (2) (3) (4); English Club (1); A. A. (1) (2) (4). ‘ ‘ A trail with Books! I will draw my inspiration from life. ’’ We have always found Peg ready to attempt anything from dancing to recitations. She always succeeds and is never poorer but always richer for having tried, but that is natural because she, too, is one of the I). I). E.’s. HUBV GERMA HILLIARD Plymouth. X. II. “Kobe” Varsity basketball (1) (2); Class basketball (2) (3); Orchestra (2) (3); Glee ('lull (I) (2) (3) (4); 8pc cial Glee Club (2) (3); Pan-Athenaeum (2) (3); Mandolin Club (2); Representsive (1) (2); Class Book Staff (4). Cheerful company shortens the mile Softly her fingers wander o'er the yielding plaul.s t f the ivory floor.” Wo shall remember “Rube” for her gay laughter. We shall recall the evenings in the gym. when she furnished music for dancing, and when she showed her ability in playing basketball. “Rube” is the girl who likes to tour but not detour. MILDRED CARLOTTA KELLEY Littleton, N. II. “Kcl” President English Club (1); Class Treasurer (1): Representative (1); Soccer (1) (2); Class Basketball (1) (2); High Sheriff (1); Gym Exhibition (2); Pan-Athenaeuiu (2) (3) (4); Associate .Judge (3); Forensic (3) (4); Debating Varsity (3) (4); Editor in-Chief of Class Book (4); President Forensic (4); Athletic Association (I) (2) (3) (4). “ Here and there, and everywhere.” Whenever we see “Kel” coming, everything seems to “perk” right up. Iler never failing vivaciousness coupled with a brilliant intellect have established her as a superior student, a keen debater, a good sport, and a dependable friend. And, “l el”, we still believe that you can do math, in spite of your struggles in Economics class. May the motto of the 1). 1). E.’s ever be with you. 22 “THE CONNING TOWER” 1 9 3 0 LUCY EDNA MAKSTEHS Derry. X. H. ‘4 Messy� � Glee Club (1) (2) (3) (4); Special Glee Club (2) (3); Social Club Council (1 (3) (4); Councilor (4); Pan-Athenaeum (2) (3) (4); English Club (1); Latin Club (1) (2) (3); Cheer Leader (3); Song Leader (4); Pageant (1); Gym Exhibition (1); .Junior Chair (1); Associate Judge (3); Athletic Assoc. (1) (2) (3) (4). 1 Brisk- youth appeared, the Morn of youth, ll'ith freaks of graceful folly.—” Is there anyone who can surpass Lucy when it comes to making things lively? .Just ask any Senior—she Ml tell you. And who led the songs in the gym at the basketball games? Lucy is one of our most active members of the Social circle. And listen, Lucy as a faithful member of the 1). 1). E.’s you must abide by all its laws. ANNA MARIE Me LEAN Portsmouth. X. 11. “ Marie” Representative (1); Social Club Council (4); Pan-Athenaeum (2) (3) (4); French Club (2); Latin Club; Junior Consul (1) (2); Class Vice-President (3); President of Pan-Athenaeum (3); Forensic (2) (3) (4); Christmas Pageant (3); Corresponding Sec. of Forensic (3); Vice-President of French Club (3); Solicitor (3); Chief Justice (2); English Club (1)'. June Pageant (1); Photograph Committee (4). For if she will, she will, you may depend on ’(. ’ ’ We need never fear that Marie will not gel what she goes after; and if she gets as much out of her work as she puts into it. we shall soon see her a very successful teacher. As a member of the 1 . I). E. 8, Marie was not far behind the rest of us in living up to our well knowu and worthy name. MARGUERITE AXZOXETTA TWOMKLY Alton. X. II. “Maggie”; “John” President of Class (1); Latin Club (I) (2); Orehes tra (1) (2) (3); President Mandolin Club (2); Representative (1) Solicitor A County (2); High Sheriff A County (2); Pan-Anthenaeum (2) (3) (4); President Forensic (3); Varsity Debating Team (2) (3); President Social Club (3); Governor (3). “The secret of success is constancy to purpose. We often wonder if she ever failed at anything. Watch as we might, we’ve never found that she has. One might think she was terribly studious; Marguerite was never found wanting if a good sport was needed. “T H E CO NN I N C TO K { I 9 3 0 23 Deine Gesichte, Mutter 1 Jy no wind those clouds seemed drifting Par above the earth so fair. Mystic moon her charm had given To the silence everywhere. On the hilltop, tall, serenely. Stood a great and massive pine; To it with her branches drooping riung a lonely, little vine. Life was dark, and oh! how mournful. To the weary, struggling vine. As it reached forever higher To be like its friend the pine. Then she whispered slowly, softly, To the stars who were so dear. “I. of earth, who seek the heavens, Help me God, Thou art so near.” Hush, a rustle in the treetops, Hreaks the stillness of the night. Starry heads are there that beckon; See! “how near now shines the light! “Oh, the beauty of the silence. Oh the wondrous stars so bright. I have climbed, oh earth and heaven; Life is wonderful to-night.” Viola Xia.sox. William Frkemoxt Skelton “THE CONNING TOWER” 1930 25 To the Graduates of the Junior-Senior Course Your class is small in numbers but strong in quality. As teachers of grades seven and eight you are facing an important task and at the same time you have a wonderful opportunity to assist in molding the lives of the young people who may come under your instruction. In what way could one render humanity a greater service than to instruct future citizens in habits of right thinking? An individual can reason only to the extent that experience furnishes him the facts with which to form his judgments. If those judgments are to he wise and of value to society they must he based upon a background of worth while experience. The school is only one of several environmental influences which help to mold the lives of young people, hut let us make sure that its influence is strong and well directed. We can teach our pupils to seek evidence for their conclusions and we can insist that their judgments as to school problems be based on facts. This habit of using facts to arrive at conclusions will carry over into life and the adult will use reason in solving his problems. We must teach the children to consider all the facts connected with any given situation, for to ignore certain data which seems unpleasant is not good reasoning hut rationalization, a very common weakness of humanity. America needs citizens who can face reality and think clearly. Our behavior is governed too much by crowd psychology and too little by individual reasoning. A great nation cannot progress by the ghosts of past traditions. It is strong only when the individual citizens face problems fearlessly, think clearly, and act unselfishly. The mind of the junior high school pupil is alert and ready to he challenged. We should so teach that each lesson gives material for thought, and habits of thinking should he so firmly imbued that it will seem more natural for the child to think than it is for him to follow others. A successful teacher should possess initiative, self-confidence, enthusiasm, worthy ideals, and power of leadership. All of you have these qualities, and 1 believe that in your chosen profession you will do credit to your Alma Mater. William F. Skelton. 26 “THE CONNING TOWER I 9 :s 0 Junior-Seniors ELLEN BERTHA COREY Lisbon. X. II. Representative (1) (2); See. French Club (I); Glee Club (1); Octette (1); Christmas Pa yea lit (1): June Pageant (1); Quartet (2); Pan Athenaeum (2) (3); Chief Councilor (3) ; “Music will smooth your path through life Make for happinexx ami cast away strife. ’ ’ Ellen, as an alto member of the Quartet, enjoyed many trips to surrounding towns and clubs to help entertain while here at I . X. S. Vc hope that she will be successful in her teaching as she is in the musical field. JESSIE LOUISE GILBERT Wilton. X. H. “Jay Forensic (1) (2) (3); Volley Ball (1) (2); Baseball (2); Soccer (1) (2); Pan-Athenaeum (2) (3); Representative. “Still water run deep.” She has manifested an enthusiastic interest in all sin- has undertaken sports, studies, and other activities. Her willingness to help others has commanded the respect and the admiration of her peers. RUTH ELINOR LEWIS North wood, X. 11. ‘1 Raymond ’ French Club (1); Latin Club (1); Representative (2): Pan-Athenaeum (2) (3): Councilor of Russell House (3); See.-Treas. of Class (3). ‘ She may look sober, she may look shy. Hut she's full of wit. twist you ami I. Those who have never known Ruth will never realize her unfailing ability to tide over a trying situation with humor. Not only her mirth but her sterling character has endeared her to us. Your experience with the “Indians may be of service to you some day, Ruth. RUTII I. LITTLE Portsmouth. X. 11. “Chicken Christmas Pageant (1) (2); June Pageant (1); House of Representatives (1) (2); Clerk of Court (2); Marshall at Commencement (2); Vice-President of Class (3); Councilor (3); Social Club Council (2); Pan-Athenaeum (2) (3). “She is gentle, sweet and shy. But oh! there's mischief in her eye. Ruth is one of the very versatile members of our class. She is also one of those rare persons who possess a genius for math. Indeed, she is our class math shark. We all know, too. what a clever actress she is. Here’s hoping you will get a school near Durham, Ruth. THE CONNING TOWER 1930 27 BERYL M ARGA R BT SII.WV Manchester, N. II. Pan-Athenaeum (2) (3); Class Loader CO. J little huh) oftm harbor a t rtaf soul.” Take sixty indies of height, two ounces of Mae eves, one quart of brown hair, one ounce of nose, one ounce of mouth, one Imshel of pep. one peek of cleverness, one peek of dramatic ability, and a pinch of romance. Mix well, and whom do we have? None other than Beryl, one of our most charming 1’. N. s. girls. MARGARET MARTHA THOMPSON Ashland, N. II. • Tommie'} Secretary of Social Club (1); Glee Club (1) (2); Christmas Pageant (1) (2); Councilor 3); President f Junior-Senior Class (3). Music luith charms to soothe the savaye breast.” Margaret is fortunate in being able not only to sing but also to play. We feel sure that such musical talent will lie of great value to you in your career, “Tommie . . IA D K LEI X K W A EG E X EE RE Manchester, X. II. “Mad Mi heart is in the work.’ We’ll always remember Madeleine as a conscientious miss, but under that studious exterior, one may find a very jolly spirit. Did you ever really hear her laugh? If von haven't, you've missed it. HELEN ANNA WILSON Nashua, N. II. Christmas Pageant (1) (2 ; June Pageant (I); House of Representatives (1); Clerk of Court (2); Secretary of Class (1) : Secretary of State (2); Glee Club fl) (2); Pan-Athenaeum (2) (3); Social Club Council (2); Pool Leader (3). For earth needs the voice of tin dreamer. Skills that build up, plan by plan; .hoi the. teacher who follows a vision Shall beat time for the March of Man. Helen already has the manner of a successful teacher, and we know that good fortune has marked her for her own. Hick bekt Huntington Lam son “THE C O N N I N G T 0 W Eli” 19 3 0 29 To the Graduates of the Sophomore-Senior Course “Behold, a sower went forth to sow: and when he had sowed, some seed fell by the wayside, and the fowls came and devoured them up; some fell upon stony places where they had not much earth; and forthwith they sprung up because they had no deepness of earth, and when the sun was up, they were scorched: and because they had no root, they withered away; ami some fell among thorns; and the thorns sprung up and choked them. But others fell into good ground and brought forth fruit, some a hundred-fold, some sixty-fold, and some thirty-fold.” This is the familiar parable of Jesus, the greatest teacher the world ever knew. As teachers you are going forth to sow—to sow seeds of knowledge, habits, character. You have been gathering seeds (ideas) all your lives, some good, some bad; you have been learning to distinguish the good from the bad. For two years the teachers you have had at Plymouth Normal School have been recommending to you the seeds which modern educational experience has approved as good: they also have showed you how to sow them. The soil in which you will sow the seeds is the minds of children. Home influences sometimes (alas!) and bad companions are some of the fowls which “devour up” the seed sown; always some children will In- found whose minds are “stony ground with no depth of soil”—the teacher’s despair. Bad habits and more attractive interests are often the thorns which choke the plants which spring hopefully from the seed: with persistence and care many thorns may be removed. And then —cheer up! There are lots of good ground— lots and lots of it. I)o not be discouraged when your success seems small; if you have sown good seed in the right way you have done all that is required of you. Be assured that much of your labor will bring forth a valuable harvest; some thirty-fold, some sixty-fold, and some a hundred-fold; and comfort yourselves with the thought.that even good seed may lie dormant in the soil for a long time but retain its vitality and later may sprout and grow and bear fruit. II. II. I am.sow 30 “Til E CON N ING TOWER” I 9 3 0 Sophomore-Seniors EDITH CAROLINE BARROWS No. Stratford, X. II. “Ede”; 4Tedc’’ Representative (1); 15)21) A. A. (1); Pan-Athenaeum. A grin that srt the world a glow, A cheery voice that wills, “ Hello”; Fyrs that dance with mischievous mirth ; And a laugh that gives the soul re-birth. MILDRED BLODOETT Littleton. X. II. “Bill Spccdbnll (I) (2): Basketball Class Team (11 (2); Baseball (1); Volleyball (2); Pan-Athenaeum (2): Cheer Leader (2): Representative (1); ('lass Vice-President (1); Athletie Assoeiation (1) (2); June Pageant (I). Mihlred is always lively and particularly fond of athletics. She loves children, and is very interested in all they do. She is kind-hearted and cordial and is sure to succeed in whatever she attempts. LYDIA FLORYAX BELLOWS Manchester. N. 11. 4 4 Lyd� � Basketball; Speed Ball; Volley Ball; Junior Olee Club. We won’t forget in years to come. The girl with the sweetest smile. The one who always helped us O’er many a weary mile. We’d like to shout her praises. And tell more of her fame. We’ll let you guess the secret “Lydia” is her name. MARJORIE BENNETT Oraftou ('enter. N. 11. 44 Marge” Pan-Athenaeum. Wording hard. From morn till night. Wording hard. With all her might. Although Marjorie is quiet and always busy she always liud time to do a good turn to those who need it. “THE CONNING TOWER” 1930 3J KLIZAliKTII BROWN BOOK KR North Hampton. X. II. “ Betty” Representative (1 ; Class Basketball (1); Pail AtllCli- ‘'in O) (2); Athletic Association (1) (2). “IIrr heart is like a t arden fair if here main jdeaxanl blossoms row. Kli .abeth is t:i 11 and fair Blue eyes and wavy hair. Sli appears a shy and ipiict young lady. Those that know her ran guarantor that she is an unusually fine girl, always ready to smile and join the fun. KTIIKL URSULA BRONSON Lisbon, X. II. “Eth” Representative (2)j ( ass Basketball (l) (2); ran Athenaeum (2): Speedball (O. “Very t ood hearted, lorin and kind, A truer frirn l you’ll never find. Ethel is a good athlete and an all-round sport. We are sure she’ll make a good teaeher and we wish her the best of I nek. ELIZABETH CHAMBERLAIN Chocorua, N. II. “Betty” Class Basketball (1) (2); Varsity (2); June Pageant (1); Representative (1). Betty may be tall, but she is not “high hat.” She is always willing to help out especially in the artistic line. Shall we ever forget her impersonation of Hiawatha.’ Where did her arrows land? VIRC INI A MAK CLARK Manchester, X. II. “din”; “Oinney” Representative (1) (2); Class Treasurer (1): Social Club Treasurer (2): Pan-Athenaeum (2); Athletic Association. “.I smile anil laitf h for everybody! “din’s” jokes amuse ns when we are feeling “kin-da blue. She is very industrious—How do we know? “din” believes that variety is the spice of life- we’re glad because now all Plymouth Normal cheers for Virginia and her merry ways. “T II E CO N N I N (i TOW E K” I 9 3 0 : 2 DOKIS DEAN Lisbon, X. II. “Dot” .Juno Pageant (1): Representative (1). To Doit: Trfts petite And, oh, so neat. Studious and clever. We Ml hold a little place for you Down deep in each heart And there you’ll stay securely. And never, never depart. OLIVE JUNK DEMERIT'! Tilton. N. H. “June” Pan-Athenaeum. ■ ‘ She who ilocs faithfully to-day trill i , wanted tomorrow. ' ’ .June is always a sympathetic and helpful friend. She is a good sport and a hard worker. Ve wish you success! PAI’LIXE DESCHEXES Manchester, X. H. “Polly” Pageant; Pan-A thenaeum; Representative (I): (' 'I Scouts; Freshman Dice Flub (1). “I hove u heart with room for every joy. “Sav. listen! What ran I wear this morning? It’s a 4 beautiful ’ morning, you know it?” We admire your psychology Pauline, but we love your true self. 1 he spirit of fun and good friendship expresses itself in everything Pauline does. GENEVA LOIS DOE Concord. N. H. “(Sen” Treasurer of Class (2); Orchestra. “She’s sweet, jolly, ami full of pvp. So wonder admirers abound. Geneva is one of our quiet classmates. We like to dance, laugh, and talk with her. She loves fun and is always ready for a good time. “THE CONNING T O Y EH 1930 33 MAIM KTTA ARLENE l OI{AX Laconia, N. 11. Freshman CiU « Club (1); Glee 'Inl� (2); Forensic (1 (2 ; Tan-Athenaeum (2). •• II'In II I Iturr an lit hint, In do, I do H, A -lways prepared. R eady to dare. I. oval and true, E—ver true blue, N ever she Ml shirk. E ver ready for work. VIRGINIA SMITH DOUGLASS East Haverhill, X. II. 44 (jean ’ ’ (■lee Cl ill (1) (’2); Tan-Athenaeum (2); Christmas Pageant (1); Forensic (2); Representative (2). 4 4 ........... that never blows so red The rose as u-hcre souk buried Caesar bled. (lean joined us after a year at X. H. U., and from the first wo were impressed by her subtle sophistication. Her two years with us have changed her somewhat, but she still selects the most worthwhile things in life and clings to the opinion. VELMA CAROLYN ERICKSON Manchester, X. 11. 44 VaIM Christmas Pageant (1); Representative (2); Class Basketball (1) (2): Captain of Baseball (1); Tan Athenaeum (2): Girl Scout (2). She's in for fun and in for larks. Jlut still tv duty's call she harks. She is a girl of knowledge, originality, humor, and sincerity. We shall never forget V.ul as Trumpeter in the Christmas Pageant. Val also holds her place in all sports: as jumping center of our class basketball team she was always there. NORM EX A ALEX ESTV Groton, X. II. Eyes of brown, A merry smile, A helping hand. That’s 44Normie.” Even though Xormena has not lived within our midst, those of us who had her friendship know her great worth. “THE CONNING TOWER 1 9 3 0 34 LAURA CARLTOX KWINS Plymouth, X. II. “Laurie” (•lee (Mill (2); Mini-Athenaeum. ‘ ‘ A merry heart mnketh a cheerful count nance.' ’ Laura lias not lived in the dormitories, lint nevertheless she is a real I . X. S. sport, lies! of luck for future days, and may you and your twin get a School together. MILDRED AUGUSTA KKLLOXVS Concord. X. II. “Mil” Freshman Glee Club; Fan-Athenaeum; Athletic Association. “('aim amt steady, cheerful ami bright You arc your friends’ great delight.” “.Willy” is quiet and reserved hut after you get to know her she is full of fun, and proves a true and faithful friend. MURIKL HAZEL FISSKTTE Nashua, X. II. “Tot” Glee 'lul (1) (2); Pan-Athenaeum: Representative (1). “ liy the rear!: one knows the icorkman.” Muriel is a girl worth knowing. Her pleasing man nor and helpful ways have endeared her to all. She is a true friend and a girl who shirks neither work nor play. DORIS LAVIXIA FORTIER Chocorua, X. II. “Dot” Speedhall (2); Basketball Class Team (1) (2); Varsity (2); Volley hall (2); Baseball (1); Pan-Athen aeum (2); Representative (1): High Sheriff of A County (2); Associate .Judge (2); Athletic Assoc in tion (1) (2); Junior Glee Club (1) June Pageant (1). “Mistress of herself, though t'hit a fall.” ••Dot”, woman of perfect self-control and executive ability, will long be remembered as one of our pals who could overcome difficulties with her smile. We feel that “Dot” goes forth to her job well equipped with all the virtues essential for success. T II E C 0 N N 1 N (; T 0 W KR” 1 9 3 0 35 THELMA MAE GADLEY St. dohnsbury. Vt. “Tfiel Thelma is from St. Johnshury in the state of Ver-moiit. Ami Vermont m:iv well be proud of her. Wo just know she'll succeed in the touching profession. Why shouldn't she? She possesses that sort of personality which is, altogether, likeable. She is dignified, jolly, and friendly. ETHEL SYLVIA GILMAN Cnmpton, N. II. “Sally “Her voire wax ever soft, Gentle, anil tow.” Sylvia has always been so |uict in school that except for her fine work, no one knew she was around. Host of luck to you Sylvia. VERA GORDON Bristol, X. 11. “Red Freshman Glee Club. • ■ A i nml ilispnsitinn r.s more valuable than flohl.” Was there ever a I tetter sport than the girl with the red hair? But why are you interested in the I'niver-sity of N. II., Vera? 7.1 LLA A SEN ATI! GORDON Manchester, X. II. “Zill Captain of Spccdball (I); Speed ha 11 (2); Volleyball (1); Baseball (1); Sport Leader (2): dune Bageant (1): Pan-Athenaeum (2); Girl Scout (2); Representative (2): Social Club Council (2); Vice-President of Class (2). “ With such a eomriule, x tie It a frit nil I fain troultl nail: to journey ’x eml.” “Zill is known at P. N. S. as an all-round good sport. She likes athletics and is one of our sport leaders. With her cheerful disposition and willingness to help, she has won many friends. The quotation, “The life of the party certainly applies to “Zill . We are sure that her success here will extend through her teaching career. 36 “THE CONNING TOWER” 1 9 3 0 MARY ELLEN GRADY Manchester, N. II. Rosie’ ’ Kpcedball (2); Volleyball (2); Basketball class team (I) (2): Varsity (1) (2); Pan-Athenaeum (2); Representative (1); Councilor (1); Secretary (1); Treasurer (2); Athletic Association (1) (2); Girl Scouts (2); President of Class (2). “She pleases ill the world Hut cannot please herself.” Some say “Grade’' is quiet. Have they ever visited third floor of Hall Dorm? It’s doubtful! Nothing can compare with Mary’s witty remarks. In basketball. forwards find it difficult to make many baskets with “Grade” guarding. Martha w. oranai Bane, Vermont “Sonny”; “Martie” Basketball (I) (2); Baseball; Freshman Glee Club (1); June Pageant (1). “ forward and frolic nice was there, 'the will (o do, flu soul to dare.” Martha made both freshman and senior basketball teams; she enjoys all kinds of sports. We feel sure she will be successful. if you follow the sound of a merry laugh, you will And Martha, with her dancing black eves ready to greet you. THAI DA GRUEXLER Laconia. X. II. Freshman Glee Club (1); Christmas Pageant (1); Debating Team (1); Forensic (1) (2); Glee Club (2); Pan-Athenaeum (2). 4 ‘ Ji very thing she (Iocs, she does well.” Thaida is always busy with her studies, and we never find her unprepared at class. We know that as a teacher she will always be prepared to be a success. RUBY ELIZABETH GUSTAFSON Manchester, X. 11. “Rube” Representative (2); Christmas Pageant (1); Pan-Athenaeum (2); Girl Scouts (2); Speedball (1) (2); Volleyball (1) (2); Baseball (1); Class Basketball (I) (2): Varsity Basketball (1) (2); Varsity Manager (2); Basketball Sport Leader (2). • • She's not very short nor yet vert) tall. Hut she sure ran handle that basket hall.” A “good sport” is a little phrase, Which applies to Rube in many ways. In basketball she surely did shine; In other sports she’s more than fine. “THE CONNING TOWER” 19 3 0 37 ISABEL MACH BY North Woodstock. X. II. I zzy ' Pan- Athenaeum. • ‘ Silence is a virtue Isabel has little to say. but that does not menu that Isabel lias nothing for you. She is always willing to help, and we are always sure that her work is well done. CHARLOTTE RUTH HA IKE Tilton. X. H. “Charlie” Solicitor (1): Forensic (1) (2 ; Pan Athenaeum (2); Special Glee Club (1) (2); June Pageant (1); Speed ball (I): Basketball (J): Baseball (1); Tennis Tournament (1); Class Book Staff (2); Governor ( -'). •' Sin is small, but so teas Xapolcou. ’' Ruth is famous for many things, but a few above all. Who doesn’t remember Governor IJa ire? Who doesn’t remember Ruth’s half-hidden humor and her forgetfulness! Why, when she was playing “Uncle Jimmy” by night and tirst grade's Miss Maire by day, she served chowder oil plates! We didn't mind that because we know Ruth. VERA HARVEY New Hampton. X. H. “Big Boy” Representative (1); Glee Club (1). „k wav up high in the air, two deep blue eyes laughing there, V). a mass of dark, wavy hair. , girl is ... Xcw Hampton. YOU Kuess; . ■ Harvey is her name! VIOLET II IK El. Plymouth, X. H. “Vi” Social Club (2); Pan-Athenaeum (2); “.-1 smih that tights the tcorl t Violet always brings home her point in deb-itimr We all know on who... to depend when pi.i.hC • ss , A™r h VCry Sby' hCr ,,,:‘«' ‘dic portnaitev cannot he hidden. 38 ‘T II E CO N N I N (; TO W E R” I 9 3 0 MADKL1NK HUIil) Nashua. X. II. “Mad” M—crry A—mbitious I)- ependable K—vcr helping L—ivoly I adust rious X—ortherncr K—a most If success were a person, wo can well imagine his saying to Madeline. “Whither then goest, I will go.” IMIYIXIX JACKSON West Milan, X. II. “ Tnlie” Glee Club (U ; June Pageant (1): Athletic Association (1) (2); Can-Athenaeum (2). •' Coot I lliin ns tiff tloitf up in small paekayes. ’' Here’s to the good sport, Phyllis. CLARICK KKNKSTINK KKKNAX Barnet. Yt. “Clarissa ” Representative (1); Clerk of Court ('2). ' ■ � W ft f i l l tt moment, hut thrift if ami thoui htful of others.' ’ When anything has to Ik done. Clarice is right there to do it. A more industrious worker or a better sport would be hard to find. I1KI.KX K KX ORIGAN Manchester. X. II. June Pageant (1): Speed ball (1): Baseball (I): Rep resentntive (I) ( J). •1.1 frit nit to all. ’ ’ Ilehm certainly has a jolly disposition although she is a red-haired lass. We think Helen would make a good saleslady for she has certainly shown that ability in P. X. S. She is bound to be successful in her chosen career. “THE CONNING TOWER” 1 9 3 0 39 I .All.INK KKYSAR Lancaster. X. II. “Polly”; “Paul’” •Imiior (Ili o Club (1): Special Glee Club (l ; Senior Glee Club (2); High Sheriff B County (1); Christ max Pageant (1); Social Club Councilor (1): Secretary «� f State (2); Pan Athenaeum (2): Athletic Association (]) (2); Class Hook Staff (2). • Cheerful us tl court) mix, full of icoiuanly {into. Her heart Vt frank welcome written in Iter face. Pauline certainly answers to the above «lescri| tion-ami is she a good organizer? Ask any member of the Class of 15 30? May you be as successful teaching, as you have been here, Pauline. OPAL TKItINK KNIGHT Bartlett, N. H. “O”; “Babe” Korensic (I : Pan-Athenaeum; Class Hook Staff. Slu • pretty t)i walk with, Anti witty to talk with. .Inti pleasant, too, to think on. “() certainly is good company. And though to her, as to any of us. life is not all clear sailing, yet her sky is never cloudy for long. The sun just has to show it self. That’s the spirit “O”. dear. Success cannot fail to he yours! CAROL ANNIE LAVOIE Pike. N. II. Pan Athenaeum. “Hat oh. ulit dunces such a way. So .sun upon an Hatter ilay Is half so fair or liriylit. If ever it is decided to add to the list of the Muses, we undoubtedly would advocate that Carol be installed ax the delight fully clad patroness of the u-sthetic arts. I � o you not agree? We have discovered in her a delightful friend of charming personality. EVELYN RUTH LEI INERT Berlin. X. II. ‘ Kvv’� Representative (1). • hare lit at tl of the lady, and yootl u.ortls went with her name. Evelyn is a girl of many talents, some of which unknown to everyone and others which are kept hidden except from intimate friends. We heard very little of her dramatic ability until the time of the first “big show” on third floor, but it certainly was proven then. However almve everything else Evelyn is known as the most graceful skater of P. N. s. 40 “THE CONNING TOWER” 1 9 3 0 GLADYS MacXABB Cambridge, Mass. 4 ‘ Glad die ’’ Orchestra (1) (2); Gleo Club (1) (2); Christmas Pageant (1); June l n c � aiit (1); Athletic Association (I) (2); Pan-Athenaeum (2); Picture Com- mittee (2). “You are well favor'd, ami your looks foreshow You have a flcntlc heart. Some people call her “Glad-Eves” With others she’s just “Glad”, But both of them just suit her, Kor she never can he sad. No care or worry frets her Her heart is light and gay No matter when you meet her She’s always just that way. MARY MARGARET MeCAUGNEY Nashua, N. H. “McCaug” Ban-Athenaeum (2); Athletic Association (1) (2). With merry laughter, talk and song, and lightly spoken jest. If we can not see “McCaug” we certainly can always hear her around. “McCaug” certainly believes in a good time. Here’s best of luck to you. Mary! MARJORIE ELIZABETH MILBURY Suncook, X. H. “ Marge” Ban Athenaeum (2): Athletic Association (2). (fniet gal! (land pal! “Marge” is always good uatured and friendly. She likes to dance and knows how. FRANCES HELEN MILLS Nashua, X. II. “Kan”; “Blondy” Ban Athenaeum (2); Ifepiesentativ Ass’n (1) (2). She is fair, With eyes of blue. Curly hair. And smiling, too. ,e is °!‘c of o' - girls and she also beai out the old say,ng,_“ Handsome is as handsome does.’ “THE CONNING TOWER” 1930 41 ROSE MARY MIN1CKKLLO Plymouth. N. H. “Mini bull (1); Varsity (1); Speedbn 11 (1); A. A. Pan Athenaeum. 4 Time and tide tcait for no man ’ Although wo do not sec much of Rosie, we hear her and about her. She was one of our basketball players and surely eouhl roll in those baskets. Best of luck to you, Rosie. MARY LOUISE MORRILL Pike, N. II. “Mary Lou Representative 1) (2); Freshman Basket bull; Baseball (1); Pan •Athenaeum. A (ligglr. a Laugh, and You. A giggle, then a laugh and a pair of twinking eyes and our friend Mary’s approach is heralded. We all envy her ever ready supply of wit. We only wish that we all might have known her better. RUTH EVKLYX MORRISON Dover, X. H. “Rufus Orchestra (1) (2); Representative (1) (2); Pan- Athenaeum (2). “ Ity her laugh gc shall know her.” Ruthic needs no introduction we’re sure, for everyone knows the twinkle in her eyes and has heard her gay laughter in the corridors of Hall Dorm. Iler principal hobby is letter writing. Who is the lucky person, Ruth? CAROLINE ALICE NELSON Center Effingham, X. H. Representative (2); Fan Athenaeum (2). “Laugh away sorrow and care, for lore 1 come. Wherever you see Caroline you arc bound to see ?f??. Caroline is the girl who causes many a smile in school as well as outside of school. And those famous chapel speeches, shall we ever forget them? Caroline, you sure have kept the mailmen at P. X. S. busy. 42 “THE CONNING TOWER” I 9 3 0 VlOI.A SICK 11) NELSON Muueliestcr, N. If. i « Y’i � l‘a u-A t hcnucum; Representative (2); Class Hook Stuff; Treasurer of Forensic; Vice-President of 0lee Club. Serene, and resolute, and still and coini, and self-possessed. Kven though this fits “Vi” better than anything else. I want you to know she likes fun, too. Else why does she hike and dunce so much ? “Vi's” ambition, you know, is to be an artist. Do you doubt her success.' dust the same—“ Donne chance et bon voyage!” MARTHA S1I.SHV NICHOLS North Woodstock, N. II. “Mart” Representative. “.Is merry as the day is tony. Martha is good natured, reliable and sympathetic, therefore a good friend and a great home-lover. MARIK MARGARET NIXON East Rochester. N. II. Representative (1); Pan-Athenaeum. ‘•J merry twinkle in her eye ’Tiros a I trays so.” Who is livelier and friendlier than Marie.' Her favorite sport is dancing. The rare gift of being a good listener belongs to Marie. We hear that she can cook as well as dance. That’s fortunate! BERTHA PAULINE ORR Littleton. N. II. “Pete” Class President (1 ; Representative (I) (2); Social Club Council (2); Pan-Athenaeum (2): Speedball (I) (2); Volley Ball (I) (2); Captain of Volley Ball (1); Basketball (2); Sport Leader (2); Girl Scout (2); Basketball (I). “Heady for work and ready for play. Always happy, yood natured and pay.” Bertha or “Pete” as she is known to her classmates radiates pep and clean sportsmanship you’ll always find her backing school activities and attacking her work with a will and a smile that will bring love and loyalty from her pupils next year. “THE CONNING T 0 W E R ” 1 9 3 0 43 Itl'TIl GERALDINE OSGOOD Laconia, N. 11. ‘ ()sgood ’ ’ 4Dec Cluli (I) (2); Pan-Athciuieuin (2); Julie Pageant (1); Forensic (1); Class Speedbn 11 (1): Class Basket ball (1); Representative (I) (2); Athletic Asso-fiat ion (1) (2); Associate Judge (2). • I:Hate mi aittlicHct—these shall lain their due; .1 smile aicaitx llinn ere uij son; is throuf h!' ‘ Ami who is this fair-haired child! Some rail her “ Dimples” (hut she doesn’t likt it) ami others rail hrr Ruth. Hut. no matter how you say it. do wo like her? I’ll sav we do! A good sport and a good friend MARIAN ETHEL PAGE Manchester, N. II. “Bumper”; “Pagie” Orchestra (I) (2) ; Representative (I) (2); June Pageant. To I'notr her, is to lilt her, Do not he led to think that Marian is quiet, foi those who know her certainly admire her ability to imper senate, and also to play the mandolin. Marian certainly surprised us all by her fondness for Room 20. Mary Lvon Hall. But. Great things come in small packages, Marian. EIMTII PARKER GofTstown, N. II. “Kdie” Jill tin irorl: out I:nous the u'orLmun. Every one knows what good work Edith has done in training. And how she can argue. Success to you. Edith. HELEN IH'XCAN PHELPS Barre. N. H. “ Phelpsic” “It's nice to f ct up in lltt in or n in t , hut Have you ever seen Helen when she wasn’t calm, cool, and collected ? You certainly proved to he a very clever lawyer. Helen, during the famous trial of our Freshman year, and ill the future we shall look for keen ......petition between you and the famous Mabel Walker Willehrandt. 44 “THE CONNING TOWER” 19 3 0 JIELEX DOROTHY PIPER .Franklin, N. II. “JIabe Speedball (1); Volley Bull (1); Basketball (1); Rep-rcscntativeCI); June Pacgant. “On with the dance.” We who see “Babe in the gym nightly arc assured that dancing her favorite hobby, but do not be Jed into thinking that is all she can do. We feel sure that she will be a successful teacher. Whenever you see “Babe you always sec the other three members of the I. F. F. She always enjoys a good time and is a jolly good friend. ROSEA LIE ELIZABETH Ql’lMBY Sandwich, X. II. “Quim Volley Ball (1) (2); Baseball (I); Basket Ball (2); Olee Club (1) (2); Representative (1); Pan-Athenaeum; June Pageant (1); Scout Work (2). “A flirt of hantitifl, prudent, just; A flirt � f courage, firm, and fit f0r trust.” And so we described Rosea lie, one of the Kloek House six. The other five all agree “Quim is a ver’ ver’ fine associate. They have profited by the contact of her brains and worthy frown. IIELKX OLIVE RAMSDELL Manchester. X. II. Pan-Athenaeum; Forensic; dec Club (1); Representative. “Optimistic. impulsive. tut Pali tv and friendly.” Olive is one of those happy-go-lucky girls of P. X. s. who always have time to visit with friends, who may wander into your room. If you are lonesome, call on her; she may read you a bed time story. MARY JOSEPH RKIDY Manchester, N. II. Pan-Athenaeum (1); Forensic (1). “ Where there are rays of sunlipht it's the reflection of Mary’s smile so bright.” Mary is a very quiet and sedate miss. Wherever Mary is. peace reigns, but when it comes to saying something worthwhile, Mary is right there with the proper syllables. “THE CONNING TOWER” l 9 3 o 45 FI.OK A BELLE ROLLINS Epping. X. II. June Pageant; Chief Justice; Representative. “ With such i comrade, such a friend, 1 fain would tv all: 'til journey's end. Flora lias certainly showed her ability as a 1 earlier. She did teach the best English lessons. Shall wo ever forget that one on, “The Three Beans” ALICE MAH SHOFF North Stratford. X. II. Representative (1); Pan-Athenaeum. “Always full of fun and pep Just a girl you can’t forget. ’ ’ Alice came from Vermont with her dignified and studious manner. She is going to Boston University next year, and we all know she will emerge from her work there with dying colors. What else could she do. being—Alice ANNE SENTER Exeter. X. II. Orchestra; Bowling; Ban Athenaeum; Representative. “ Tho' she loops so hrtvitrhiiifdfi simple, y ‘t there's miehirf in vary dimple. Anne is a girl of marked self-reliance, and can be depended upon to do whatever she is asked, to the 1h sI of her ability. Here's to the girl who is a good sport at work, as well as at play. ANNIE LAURA SEWALL Xewfields, X. II. Pan Athenaeum. A friend in need is a friend indeed. ” You have not been here with us very long, Annie, but you have become one of us. We wish you the best of luck. 46 “THE CONN IKG TOWER” 1930 BARBARA ROXANA STEVENS Whit olio I 1, N. II. ‘‘Babs' ; “Bobbie” Spcedball; Volley Bull; Representative; Pan-Athenaeum. “Her friendliness ami jolliness art I rails uu all admire. Her personal!! if is one of which ice do not tire.” Although “Barb” joined us in our last year, we put her down at onee as one of our friends. W11.DIE Til A V Eli ST 11.1,1 NON Concord, N. II. A t hlet ie Assoeiat ion. ‘It is mi tilth and tv ill.1 ' Her quiet modest manner conceals a kind heart. Wil-die always perseveres in her studies even though difficulties arise. BARBARA DEAN Kl'TII ERLAND Manchester, N. II. “Barb” dee ('lull (I); Basketball (1); Christmas Pageant 1); Representative (2). “I.it tie notes a fhitter Sound lilt tlaneiitf drops Of a It roof on pebbles, Soup that nicer stops.” Barbara is one of the dignified looking girls of 1 N. S. However. Barb can smile, and tlie effect will undoubtedly be an inspiration to her future pupils to do their best work. EDNA THEREAT Derrv. X. II. “Ed” A. A. (1) (2); Glee Club (I) (2): Ran-Athenaeum (2): June Pageant (1) ; Xpeedball (I) (2) ; Attorney-General (2); Assistant Business Manager of Class Book (2). .1 quiet exterior conceals much. 1 cup sweetness IV cups laughter 2-J cup ambition 1 cup love of fun Vi cup pep 2 lbs. vivacity Mix well with truthfulness, faithfulness, and loyalty, lee with a sweet smile. II E CONNING TOWER 1930 47 MARY KI.IZABKTII THOMPSON Franklin. X. 11. “Tommy'’ .. .Senior Glee Club (2); Pan-Athenaeum (2); .'.V,' Assmiati«� i (1) June Pageant (1): ' ' of Class (2). . • • She slur Ini to xii'fl us she tacL'Inl Hu yj ■ ' That rauhln't hr ifonr, ami slu tlM it.' .. . Mary has a keen sense of humor. Slu always In-foro’ she speaks, is a willing worker, anil «' ‘ •hings well. She’s usually the last one in the « K room hut never late. If she leaves her room •' ' minutes past six. supper is five minutes late. MARION RAH T1ICRSTOX West Milan, X. II. “ Marion ilia ” Athletic Association (1) (21; June Pageant (I); Associate Kditor of Class Book (2): Pan-Athenaeum (2). As full °f spirit us tin month of May.” Many wor.ls I've cast away. Ami chosen just a few. Friendly, clever, pretty, gay— Yes, Merry-un, it’s you! I.KXA MARIK TOmtKTTK Franklin. X. II. “ Tootie” Speed ha II (1): Volley Ball (]); Basketball (I); Glee Cltih (1); Christmas Pageant (I); Representative (2). “Softly hrr finyns trawler o'er Tin i irhlittif planks of thr ivory floor.” Adjectives can’t describe her there is no need for them. Her music, her dancing, her quiet, pleasant manners, and genial good humor mark our Lena as a clever girl with a brilliant career in view. M AIIG11KRIT K W A K ! KX K KIt K Manchester, X. II. “Heart owl liawI that more toyrllur. Feet that run on trilliny rrramls. ” Marguerite has always been studious and ambitious. Her classmates who have heard her interesting stories about the World War and Belgium, have always craved for more. Only those who have actually caught Marguerite at her pranks know how jolly she can be. Why even the junior high boys and girls can’t forget her always whistling when they pass her window! Best of luck to you Marguerite! 48 “THE CONNING TOWER” I 9 3 0 ELLA FRANCKS WALKKR Manchester, N. II. “B or F Run-Athenaeum; Forensic; Representative (2); Scouts. 44 If non hi is happening, then trill J make it.” So she does this spirit of fun and mischief. Ella loves a good time of any kind and is always ready with somethin;' original. But beneath this carefree appearance there is ready wit. humor, and a deeper side of her nature which few of us are allowed to see. Ella is one of the February girls whom we admire for their courage and persistance in entering in the middle of the year. HENRIETTA ANNA WASH BURN Colcbrook, N. II. “Hen” Athletic Association (1) (2); Can Athenaeum (2). 4 4 A merrior one Within the limits of becoming mirth, arrer spent on hour's folk withal.” Her words do show her wit incomparable. “Hen , we have greatly enjoyed your cheerful and good natured countenance at I . N. S. Best of luck to yon! 1.0 IK EMYRA WATSON Manchester, N. II. “Lo Hail Athenaeum (2); Orchestra (I); Representative (2). “The gloss of fashion, the moultI of form.” “LO” is one of our energetic girls, who delights in making merry. She has a spirit of generosity, that will always reach far and wide. We are sure of l.o’s success, for she has proven to ns her ability to obtain the desired. But. “Be careful Lois, “Be careful. RUTH CATHERINE WELLS Barham. N. II. “ Rufus Representative (2); Ban Athenaeum. 44Sever trouhli trouble till trouble troubles you.” We’ll rememWr Rut hie by her jokes and smiles. And her worries that went for miles and miles. And her talent in shows up on third floor; Ruthie dear, may success await you at the door. “T H K CO N IN' I NG TOW KR I 9 3 0 49 A LICK REID WHITING South Tamworth, N. H. “ Al” Pan-Athenaeum (2); Glee Club (2); Athletic Assoeia tion (2); Advertising Manager of Class Book (2). “Merry an tlic day in long.’’ If we were asked to chouse a girl To lie our constant pal We could not choose a better one Or truer one than “Al”. Her laughing voice and sunny smile. The mischief in her eyes. Would always make our life worth while Where only joy could rise. DOROTHEA RUTH WHITNEY Newbury, Vermont “Pot” I’an-Athenaeum (2); June Pageant (1); Orchestra (2); Class Vice-President. “To hr merry bent beeomen you: for out of question. You were born in a merry hour. “Dot” is that charming little person, who, by her cheery words and gay witticisms, makes everybody happy. One cannot help but be gay when such a lighthearted person is in the vicinity. Her music is one of “Dot's” great assets. Who among us can stand still when she takes her place at the piano? “An admirable musician! O she will play the savageness out of a bear?” FRANCES EDNA WII.COMB Manchester. N. 11. “ Era n ” Pan-Athenaeum (2); June Pageant (I). “Sin 's modest and neat. She liken to eat and sleep.’’ If you want a good all round girl, ask “Fran” to join your little circle, she surely can make a party merry. Here's success to you in your teaching. Fran. NATALIE WILLEY Littleton, N. II. “Nat” Speed ball (1); June Pageant (1). “Xothiny so rereals a character an the way in which we do our work.’’ A more willing worker or better sport than “Nat” cannot easily be found. We are certain that her success is guaranteed, for she possesses both ability and and a will to carry out the tasks placed before her. 50 “THE CONNING TOWER” I 9 3 0 ALYCK WOJCI KCIIOWSKI Attleboro. Mass. “AIM ran Athenaeum (-). “I’ll hr merry, I'll hr free, I’ll he sail far nobody.'’ Wherever we see A lyre she is always laughing and always happy; nothing ever worries her. We wonder why she wears only one rubber when she travels. Could you imagine a Saturday night without Al.vce at the movies ? BERNICE KRKDRICA WOLKSOX Canaan, X. II. “ Benue” Pan-Athenaeum (‘2); Athletic Association (1) (2). Bernice is very demure and sedate, always ready to help others. We think she is very fond of going home week-ends; we wonder why. We all wish Bernice the best of sue cess in the future. EDITH LCC1LLK WOOLSOX Woodsvilie. X. II. “Edo Representative; Class Basketball (1) (2): Speed ball (I) (2); Captain of Speedball (2); Captain of Class Basketball (2); Pan-Athenaeum (2); Volleyball (2): Christmas Pageant (1); June Pageant (1); Class President (2); Class Secretary (1): Baseball (1): Junior Glee Club (1): Girl Scout. Here's to the girl with the laugh ant! smile. The {tirl with never a frown. She’s happy ami rare free, anil joll'l. well-liked. And a girt life never will down. If she were a college hero as she was in “Sauce for the goslings.’’ she couldn’t win our hearts more than she already has. JENNIE IDA YAI.OKK Laconia. X. II. “Jean Athletic Association (I) (2); Pan Athenaeum (2); Speed ball (1) (2); Representative (2); Glee Club (I); Volleyball (I); Basketball (1) (2); Baseball (1). “Friend, on earth no word is more sal,lime.’’ Aim: To describe briefly one of our classmates. I’KOCKM'KK: 1. To introduce as a lovable, ambitious, and conscientious girl. 2. Facts to be impressed upon reader’s mind: i. Here is a true friend. h. She is a willing helper. e. She has a fine sense of humor. . She is one you may depend upon. Rksii.ts: Jean Yale IT. Tiik MoDKh School. 52 “THE CONNING TOWER” I 9 3 0 Links in A Chain Cast Billy Hannon Thelma Hall Blanche Dufault Florence Churchill Florence Ilanel Dot Davis Eunie Fiske Mildred Kelley Lily Groux Phil Forbes Lucy Marsters Peg Grot hey Marge Twomblv Anna McLean The (’horns The Property Man Setting: A bare stage Scene I (Enter the Chorus dressed in a sundry colored bath robe, and oozing of the Orient from every pore, including the ears.) ('horns: I bow, I bow, 1 bow. Most celestial audience, the unworthy members of the (’4 JI4 class will soon present you with a panorama of their four years at the illustrious institution of knowledge. Plymouth Normal School. 1 will interpret to you their actions, for who is better fitted than 1 who have watched them for four years? I will not occupy any more of your benevolent attention now, and I will open this spacious aperture under this nasal projection only when necessary for explanation. I bow, I bow, 1 bow. (Enter the Property Man, looking suspiciously like Mr. Speare, but you never can tell. lie takes a seat at the rear of the stage beside a large box and starts to eat peppermints fom a paper bag.) (Enter the girls looking as though they would rather be in some other place.) Billy (lapping a vanilla ice cream cone) Well, this place might be worse. (Sighs from the girls. Phil lets Blanche have a bite of her licorice stick.) Florence: It isn’t just like home but— All: Shut up! Peg: My mother says— (The last straw. All sob, gulp, and streams of crocodile tears run down. The Property Man tucks his feet up on a chair round and calmly reaches for a peppermint while the flood rolls on.) (Enter some Seniors) 1st Senior: Why, what have we here! 2nd Senior: We will have to take these poor things under our wings. (They cross to Property Man who takes some wings out of the box.) 3rd Senior: Come. Freshies. Swallow the weeps and come with us. (Freshies huddle under the wings held out by the Seniors and all exit.) Chorus: Time passes and Initiation is here. (Enter Freshies dressed ridiculously. Some sing, some recite, some dance, and all are at the mercy of the Seniors.) “Til E CONN INC TOW ER” 1 9 3 0 53 1st Senior: Now Freshies. you are one of us. Let’s go and eat something somewhere. (All exit) Chorus: Again time passes and Christmas vacation approaches. (Enter Freshies.) Mildred: Just seven more school days and then we go home. Eunie: Yep. 1 have my suit ease all packed. Lucy: Iley, kids. The Seniors were talking about something and I couldn’t hear what it was, but I’d like to know. Dot: (suppressing a sob) I heard, but I hate to tell you. All: (Jo on Dot. Tell ns. Como on. he a sport. Dot: We’11-11. They said that—oh dear,—there ain’t no Santa Claus. All: O-Ii-h-h. Dot: It’s Dr. Lammie instead. All: O-h-h-h. (All exit thoughtfully.) Chorus: They are now possessed of one great gem of wisdom, the foundation of all modern philosophy. Time possess swiftly now and June is here. (Property Man whistles like a blue bird and holds up a buttercup.) Chorus: Baccalaureate—-nuf sed. (Enter Dr. Silver. He takes a chair at one side of the stage.) Dr. Silver: All right now. Hay foot, straw foot, hay foot, straw foot— (Enter Freshies as though walking on eggs, mouths set firmly, eves glued on the one in front of them. Peg gets her legs tangled and tries to put both feet down at once. Dr. Silver utters a loud wail and presses his hand convulsively in the vicinity of his heart. Freshies slink back into the wings. Dr. Silver exits with drooping head. Property Man offers him a peppermint which he scorns fiercely. Chorus: Most honorable audience, you have patiently watched the mod- est portrayal of the Freshman year of the humble C4 114 class. We now present the Sophomore year. SCKNK II (Girls rush in. Loud babble and happy greetings to each other.) Anna: Come on up in tin room. I have a box. Marge (emphatically): We will he right there. (All exit.) Chorus: Obviously a happier start on this year. The year passes smoothly and rapidly. You see now a pose characteristic of the year. (Enter girls, each with study books under one arm and tennis rackets, baseball bats, basket balls, etc., under the other. They cross the stage and disappear in the wings. Notice Phil and Peg chewing gum.) 54 “THE CONNING TOWER” 1 9 3 0 Chorus: There is, however, one potent picture which will ever occupy an august corner in memory’s attic. (Enter the girls. They are peering intently at the pages of a small red hook. They all sit down and look expectantly at Marge. She sniffs thoughtfully a large rose which she holds in her hand, then speaks hollowly.) Marge: I think he will ask us this one: “The blank'of the blank blank is blank.” Thelma : And so am T. (Exit all.) Chorus: You see. oh most glorious audience, how swiftly passed this year. (Property Man, holding up a card inscribed “Time”, gambols nimbly around the stage, lie then resumes his seat and nibbles a peppermint.) Chorus: We will now take time out for refreshments. Scene III Chorus: The girls have returned for the Junior year. (Enter the C4 girls from one side of the stage and the 114‘s from the other.) Lilly: We. the Cl’s, do extend a hearty welcome to you who are about to enter into the realm of Economics. Be brave and. as a hint, brush up on the math. (Mildred and Dot faint on each other’s shoulders. The girls immediately carry them out.) Chorus: The year progresses and a great honor is bestowed upon this modest group of girls. (Enter girls carrying Marge on their shoulders.) All: Rah. rah. rah for the new Governor. Lilly: We pledge you our undying support. Marge: I thank you one and all. This loyalty will be needed, for we must accomplish much this term if the C4 114 girls truly desire to lift themselves up to a higher plane of freedom and trust. Let us withdraw and hold a conference. (All exit.) Chorus: And carefully tended, this seed matured into a beautiful flower •Russel House privileges. Time passes. (Property Man places a tub of water in the middle of the stage and places a placard in front entitled “The AY ell”.) (Enter Blanche. There are large circles around her eyes and she has a hunted look. She creeps to the well and draws from behind her a much worn blue book. The other girls slither in and look on silently. Suddenly she pitches the book into the well and laughs hollowly.) Blanche: Farewell, Richard. (Girls join hands in a joyous circle and then dance of? singing.) Scene IV (Property Man walks around the stage, an hour glass in one hand, and a peppermint in the other.) ‘ ‘ T H E C 0 N N I N G T 0 W E R ’ ’ 1 9 3 0 55 Chorus: Another year lias passed, and now the girls of the C4 114 class are sublime Seniors. The class is now divided as part are in training and the remainder at school. (Enter Marge and Anna.) Marge: I hear from Phil and Peg that supervised study is worth its weight in gold. Anna: Yes. and Eunie says that discipline is readily solved by looking firmly in the culprit's eye. (Enter the two Florences and Lily. There follows a lively discussion in which such terms as “teaching attitude”, “pupil activity”, “aims”, etc., fly thick and fast. They exit still discussing.) Chorus: The second semester sees the first half girls back from training and the others taking their places. At first it seems strange to be back in school but they soon become accustomed to it and settle into tin routine. Alt—here come the Great Triumvirate. (Enter Billy, Blanche, and Thelma. They cross the stage and pass through a doorway bearing the inscription “Commerce Department”.) Chorus: And the 114’s. (The Ill’s enter. Peg jumps into the waste basket while Phil executes futuristic designs on the blackboard. Lucy, Eunie. and Mildred tell each other the latest Ford and Absent Minded Professor jokes while Dot laughs heartily. Suddenly all take seats and look as calm as can be, if not more so.) (Enter the instructor who dumps several books out of a bag and selecting one begins to talk. Terms such as “mind”, “matter”, “existence”, “space”, “time”, “reality”, etc., fill the air. The girls get a dazed far away look. Sometimes all talk at once, sometimes all are silent. Finally they all file out with many a backward glance and the discussion may be heard gradually dying away in the distance.) Chorus: But what mean these grinning skulls and ghastly cross bones? Tis the order of the I). I). E.'s. (Enter some girls wearing the insignia. They bear a platter of sandwiches and a three layer cake across the stage and disappear in the wings.) Chorus: Only these sublime ones may tell you, for all are not permitted to know. But time now flies like lightning across the spacious heavens. The four years are up, my friends, and we see these girls marching out from the portals of Plymouth Normal School, heads lifted, hearts beating high, for there are new worlds to conquer. (Enter girls in caps and gowns. They march across the stage and disappear into the wings.) (Exit Property Man eating peppermints.) Chorus: I bow, I bow, I bow. Curtain Hunv 11 ii.IjIaicd, “ Where men as yet luut made no trail: nor latcn: From where the Initial beauty seemed withdrawn Scarcely as yrt, and Initial solitude Seemed on. the ylitteriny waters. “THE CONNING TOWER” i 9 o 57 The Junior-Seniors Sometimes it’s tlie disfain strain of an almost forgotten air, the mere suggestion in a passing crowd, of the likeness of a well remembered face, or perhaps it is just the persistent imp of “what used to be” who will not be dismissed. Anyway there you are. snatched away from your present habitation into the land of “I remember”, for instance, just how Beryl Shaw looked as a little, up-to-date grandmother in “ Sauce for the Goslings” given as the Senior Class Play for the class of 1920. If she makes as sweet and wise a real grandmother as she did a make-believe on the Pan-Athenaeum stage, we shall all envy her grand-children goslings. That reminds me. Why did her Pan Athenaeum group shout simultaneously “Ruth Little” when they chose the leading lady for “Our Lady of Pain.” IIow sophisticated the little lady was; she could quote poetry for a purpose, vamp the hero of the hour, and carry off the social glory of the occasion. That fan! Those eyes! Why Ruth! Madeleine Waegcneere. How we sat while the moments passed by unnoticed. as we listened to her stories of Belgium. For she was born there and lived through terrifying experiences of the World War ended only by her being smuggled across the Border. Giggling? Whom had we to thank, when, suddenly, in the class-room, the serious development of a pedagogical situation was shattered, and try as we might, the shocked instructor faced a row of laughing hyenas. Why one of Ruth Lewis’ witty asides had set us all off; she alone sat with solemn, interested gaze. More dramatic ability. I remember Ellen Corey as Viola, in the Senior Pageant, “Twelfth Night”. She was most fascinating, disguised as the Duke’s page. Perhaps Ellen’s dramatic experience of ship wreck helped her to weather the gales of the good ship. Russell House. Margaret Thompson. Oh. that hospitable gang of which she was an active member. Those walks before breakfast, those elaborate feeds of everything from soup to nuts, those never ending pranks in Peppard House! I remember Jessie Gilbert so over-conscientious in rating her defects, and in underestimating her achievements. Jessie could certainly debate, but in spite of her argumentative power, we still had “lights out at ten.” Can Jessie teach? “She can and does.” Our brisk reporter, Helen Wilson, who faithfully recorded for the Manchester Union, the who, why, where, what, and when of P. X. S. What dramatic ability Helen showed as the wife of Sir Harry Sims in the “Twelve Pound Look”. How regally she wore the court presentation gown. And how we all felt the tragedy of repressed womanhood in her closing words as she wistfully points to the typewriter and asks. “Are they vertex pensive?” “ ll'c shall forgeI—hut never this— “THE CONNING TOWER 1930 59 Sophomore-Seniors Wo, tin Seniors of the two year course, in order to help you to understand us better, to get some enjoyment from the fun we have, to share the joys we all have felt, and make our life a real one to you all. tin give to you this sketch, which in itself, is part of us and of things for which we stand: A story of the Seniors, by the Seniors, for the Seniors, which we hope in years to come will long endure. The Kate of a Sophomore-Senior. Time: Judgment Day. Scene: The Pearly Gate. A self-sufficient Senior, diploma in hand, is knocking for admittance. There is a slight pause. A shaft in tin gate is opened and Saint Peter peeps through. On seeing who is there, he comes out closing tin gate. He takes his place on the Judgment Seat. St. Peter (looking down thoughtfully): What is your name, please? Senior: Miss Sophomore-Senior. St. Peter: I would like to know your address and occupation also. Senior: My address, surely you know, is Plymouth Normal School, and my occupation or. rather, profession is teaching. St. Peter: What credentials have you to show • Senior (handing over her diploma): “Why. here is my diploma and I can give you as references: Mr. William F. Skelton of Plymouth. Dr. Guy Speare of Plymouth, and Mr. John R. Fitzgerald of the same place. But surely you know who I am without all these! St. Peter: And where did you wish to go. may 1 ask? Senior: Why. through the Pearly Gate, of course. Surely I may pass. St. Peter: Well, I’m afraid I’ll have to look up vour records before I allow vou to pass through. What did you say your name was? Senior (in disgust): Miss Sophomore-Senior! SOPIIOMORE-SK.NTOU! St. Peter: Yes, I remember now. (He opens his large record book on the desk in front of him. He turns tin pages slowly. Finally he stops and starts to read): Miss Sophomore-Senior, (lie reads on) lie frowns and looks very doubtful. As In reads on, his frown becomes deeper and lie looks more and more doubtful. Finally he looks up. Senior (defiantly): Well? St. Peter: I am afraid. Miss Sophomore-Senior, that from the facts which I see on the record I shall have to ask you a few questions. Now think before you answer them because they are of great importance. What is a shoot? Senior: That’s simple, simple, simple—an undeveloped twig, of course. St. Peter: Remember I said to think hard. Now answer this one. What is the special apparatus for scalding milk? 60 “THE CONNING TOWER” I 9 3 0 Senior: Double boiler. St. Peter: I thought I could catch you on that one. Well, do you know Averill, Peters, and Good? Senior: No, but I’ve read their books. St. Peter: What’s your authority for that? Senior: Instructors of Sociology. St, Peter: Speaking of “ologies”, what is “verisimilitude”? Senior: Psychology teacher’s pet word. St. Peter: Have you a good memory? Do you remember how Zilla (Jordon used to sleep in classes? Senior: Who doesn’t? St. Peter: What were your first impressions of P. X. S. ? Senior: Just a building, with people walking around. After a day or so, I considered it as a somewhat exclusive little colony of people with a common ambition. St. Peter: What was your reaction to training? Senior: It was the sure test of whether or not we were fitted to carry on our worthy task. St. Peter: What is your idea of a worthwhile pageant ? Senior: My idea: Why, “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” as given by our class in June ’29. St. Peter: Which method of teaching subtraction do you prefer? Senior: Austrian or Italian, according to the nationality of the pupils. St. Peter: How does one finish a decorative drawing? Senior: Just make it green then put a black line around it. St. Peter: What’s Bach’s greatest work? Senior: The chromatic scale. St. Peter: When and where did tin Knights of the Round Table meet? Senior: During our second year in Room 7. There they lived, loved, fought, and died to the great sorrow and amusement of us all. St. Peter: What was the culmination of the I). A. course? Senior: Proceeding on the theory that the way to the heart of a faculty member was through his stomach, we gave a round of teas and luncheons. We proudly exhibited our needlework at “The Fashion Follies of 1930.” St. Peter: Can you tell me the ways in which a teacher may a dismissed? Senior: By the superintendent, the school board, the commissioner of education. St. Peter: You neglected to state that you may be dismissed by me. In regard to your test. Miss Sophomore-Senior. I am greatly amazed at the extent of your knowledge. I wish to say further that because I believe you will be a valuable asset to my district, I am proud to admit you. Sophomore-Senior goes on her way rejoicing. Marion Thurston. “THE CONNING TOWER” 1930 63 Middlers Om Two. Throe, Four. Whom are wo For? Middlers! Middlers! Middlers! It has recently boon brought to my notice that some people do not know who the middlers are; and as such ignorance exists. I feel it my duty to enlighten those backward individuals. When one ordinarily refers to the Middlers, one includes all members of the three and four year courses, regardless of the class they are in. lint in this instance I refer only to the Sophomore and Junior members of the Middler Group, for the others are included in tin- Freshmen. Junior-Senior, and Senior write-ups. Now that I have told you who we are I am sure you would like to know more about us. We are about five feet four inches tall, of brunette complexion with blue eyes, and we weigh about 120 pounds. We can be serious, joyous, sympathetic. athletically inclined, or in any other mood that the occasion requires. Just to show you some of our abilities, ask any Freshman or Senior any of the following questions -“Who won the speed-ball tournament?”—“Who won the volley-ball tournament?” or “Who won the inter-class basketball games, this year? and if they remember correctly they will answer, perhaps not too enthusiastically, “The Middlers.” Of course, we have interests other than that of athletics as is shown by the fine way our group is represented on the Debating Team, in the activities of the Pan-Athenaeum Society, in the Glee Club. Social Club, Girl Scouts, and in our Student Government. Some of us have our particular likes and dislikes which are shown in many ways! Sunn- girls have a strange liking for Windsor tics! Some arc keenly interested in biology! Some prefer long hikes! Some dote on preparing harmony lessons! Some excel in commercial subjects! Some have fastidious tastes! Some enjoy bridge parties! Some still believe in Santa Claus! Some enjoy nightly serenades! Some love to recite in classes! ■Some still make subsidiary sounds! Some have very weak voices! Some are rather dense! Some are learning to appreciate music! Some of us laugh at the wrong times! Some now belong to the Intelligentsia! Some are bashful Some enjoy studying! Some never eat between meals. Some never eat at meals! Some read all the news in the papers! Some even bring news items to class! Some never hear the rising bells! Some even miss breakfast! no doubt as to whom is referred to I hope from now on, there will be when we shout : - “Middlers rah! Middlers rah! Kali! Kali! Middlers! Koskmaky IIamii.l. ‘ ‘—I see birches he ml to left a ml rit h t Across the lim of strait)hter darker trees. ’ ’ “THK CONNING TOWER” 1930 67 For many years I have been a part of I . X. S., silently watching over tin campus. It was not a new sight for me. the Freshman class of 1929 coming up over the hill, gaily dressed and carrying heavily laden bags. In spite of the frequent showers I saw the Freshmen busily practicing baseball on the west campus. Saturday afternoon they left the dormitory dressed in “gym ’ suits, and carrying plates, spoons and cups. The upperclassmen, who had arrived early, were taking them to Langdon Park. Late in the evening a happy, tired group came down the street. It appeared from the conversation that they had had a delightful time eating—what do you suppose ’ hot dogs, baked beans, pickles, rolls, doughnuts and coffee. And what do I hear now—they had a baseball game with the faculty and the score hail been a tie. What strange looking people the Freshmen became the last week in October, but in fact they were no different from preceding classes. As evening draws near, what strange noises com from the “gym ”. The upperclassmen were certainly initiating the Freshmen in the proper manner, but they survived. The next morning I heard an upperclassman say. “They were good sports.” That evening more dignified sounds came from the dining-room. They were having their annual Hallowe'en banquet. The Freshmen wore the usual green caps, sang songs for the enjoyment of the upperclassmen, and the class president gave a speech as part of the program. The “gym” is decorated in red and green. A large Christmas tree is in one corner. Across the gym come five girls who have been chosen to represent the class and to give the evening’s program. Suddenly I hear wild cries and the curtain has swung aside. The following girls presented, “Not a Man in the House” -Bertha Franklin. Beatrice Fuller, Until Belanger, Marion Emery and Grace Wilson. It is easy enough to tell that it is nine-thirty, by the sudden rush and noise in the dormitory. Stop a moment! Why the sudden hush? Who is speaking? Ah, Mrs. llaigli! I’m going to hear this. “Girls, I have some good news for you. The superintendents are coining here during vacation and you must all clean up your rooms for them.” What moans and groans! I am anxiously looking forward to the .June Pageant which the Freshmen are giving. I am sure they will live up to the standard they have already set and easily earn the slogan. “All things have been done well.” (2 rack Wilson, Edith Pearson. 68 “THE CONNING TOWER” 1 9 3 0 Dalton High School A day which one is happy to experience has arrived!—the day during which is received tin assignment to one of the training schools. The day set for our arrival at Dalton was September 7. a rainy day; hilt Eunice Eiske, Mildred Kelley, and Thelma Ilall were cordially greeted by Miss Taylor, the critic teacher. Much to our surprise, the state had made arrangements for our use of tin first floor of the Grange Hall. This was to be our home and it was surely made very homelike for us. When we arrived, the Grand Hall was in a stage of transition. Prior to the agreement, the first floor of the building had been used as a dining-hall and kitchen for Grange suppers. When we arrived we found partitions up, floors freshly painted, and furniture in the rooms, which we recognized as coming from the dormitories at Plymouth. It took little time to make our rooms homelike; but we were delayed in furnishing and arranging the furniture in the kitchen and living-room, because the workmen were engaged in digging through a ledge to a most wonderful spring for our water supply. It certainly was worth waiting For. We had the pleasure of seeing the beginning of the dormitory, just as the first cadets of last year experienced the pleasure of seeing the beginning of the high school. After finding out where we were to live, our next interest was tin school itself. Everything was in readiness, floors washed, new oilcloth on the tables, and blackboards newly coated with paint. Much to our surprise, the main room of the school was overcrowded the first day. Chairs were borrowed from the church, and we were told that the enrollment was to In increased the next day by seventh and eighth grade pupils who were to come from the Scott’s Junction School. So. the next day. more chairs were borrowed from the church and the dormitory, but were soon replaced by chairs purchased by the school board. Dalton High School changed, in that it had three home rooms instead of one. “Cubby holes” were placed in a suitable part of each of the new home rooms, in which the pupils should put their books and papers. The school had grown in grades as well as in enrollment, having a sophomore class, making a four-year high school—seventh, eighth, ninth and tenth grades. Extra-curricular activities were soon commenced. The boys were very enthusiastic over baseball, having Eunice Eiske as the “Empire,” who sometimes played with them. Two teams were chosen and practice time after school each night was spent in a tournament. There was a recess period of twenty minutes each morning. This time was most profitably spent and greatly enjoyed by teachers as well as pupils. Many different games were played: Volley ball was very popular at first, hut as the weather grew cooler Rom-pom-pull-a-way grew to be more so. “THE CONNING TOWER” 1930 69 With a change in (lie season, came a change in the curricular activities: basketball fell in line. The girls as well as the boys had a team. Practically every pupil in the school participated in this activity. The girls had a very successful season, winning every game played. Early in the year, under the supervision of Eunice Fixke, a Boys' Club was formed. The boys were very enthusiastic about giving a party in order that they might earn money to buy basketballs and necessary equipment. So they planned a Hallowe’en Box Party and entertainment which proved to be a great success from the standpoint of both pleasure and profits. A part of the proceeds was used in purchasing the boys’ basketball. The Girls’ Club showed its social ability in giving a “Weenie” roast and party to the pupils and faculty of the school, and in planning, alone, and giving a farewell surprise party to the teachers who returned to academic, work in January. Last of the activities, but not least, was the introduction of debating through the efforts of Mildred Kelley. The eighth grade history class debated, before the school during the Opening Exercise Period, the question, “Resolved that slavery should be continued in the Pnited States. Tin pupils spent some class time in preparing the debate, but the greater part was prepared outside of class. The pupils enjoyed the work and the debate went off as a howling success. In December the high school was the scene of a Christmas party, with tinseled trees and gay decorations, many guests, gifts for all. especially for the teachers, and everything else essential to a delightful evening. The first group of cadets was followed by Florence Churchill. Ellen Corey and Margaret Thompson. We hope that they will enjoy their training as much as we did ours. Thelma Hall- Hampstead High School Great anxiety and suspense as to who would be the fortunate seniors to In chosen to initiate this school as a branch of the Plymouth Xormal School family tree, was prevalent among the 03 JI3 classes last dune. The summer passed and in August we were requested to report at I lampstcad. We were doubly fortunate, for not only were we to have unequaled training under tin excellent guidance of Plymouth’s faithful critic, but we were to work with cadet-teachers from our sister Normal School. In the future, Labor Day will carry the full significance of the term. WE LABORED—. but with what fun ami for what purpose?—none other than 70 “THE CONNING TOWER” I 9 3 0 cataloguing several hundred hooks and making new and ever-lasting friendships. Although Plymouth was in tin minority as to numbers at Hampstead, the “green and white” never floundered for want of loyalty or argumentative support. As a headmaster. Miss Nichols' ability can not he over-estimated. For wasn’t she elected President of the Rockingham Teachers' Association before completing her first year’s teaching in that county.' May her success continue! Her able assistant is Albert E. (Jauthier. a graduate of Keene Normal School, in the class of 1929. Our comrades were “Peg” Maxfield, “Dot” Kingsbury. Laurence Corn-well, and a 191.1 sport model “Lincoln”. Weekly movie trips to Haverhill or Lawrence, rowing Sunday afternoons on Island Pond, correcting Stanford Achievement Tests, and having to wash in rain water during the drought are only a few of our outstanding memories. Much depended upon the success of our endeavors. How were we to meet and to be met .' After our first class all our fears were groundless. We found the students ever ready to help and co-operate. Our first social attempt was a Hallowe'en Party given to the parents. What luck we did have!! Everything from burning the cocoa to forgetting the napkins. But what of all that? It only adds laughter to our memories. In November the students assisted by some of the members of the faculty put on an operetta. “The Sunbonnet (iirl”. Such murmurs as. The finest I have ever seen here!”. What a success!”. A beautiful production!” were heard as the curtain closed on the last ad. At Christmas time Santa (Mans rewarded us for our goodness throughout the year The ball was beautifully decorated with Christmas scenery. Not even the fact that we used kerosene lanterns for lights dampened our spirits. Along with the “ups” at Hampstead, we had our downs”, but the “deepest down” was when we folded our tents like the Arabs, and as silently slipped away.” Into my heart’s treasury I slipped a coin, That time cannot take, Nor thief purloin. Oh. better than the minting Of a gold-crowned king. Is the safe kept memory of our training at II. II. S. Helen (I. Hannon, Litcy E. Makstkks. “THE CONNING TOWER ' 1930 71 Orford High School “Ely! Ely!” (Pronounce tin last syllable with the sound of the long c.) And Dot Davis got off the train. She looked up at the station sign, and with a puzzled frown asked, “Is this Fairlee?” The conductor and sundry bystanders burst into joyous laughter. Imagine Dot's embarrassment when she found herself stranded and the train pulling off. Oh, for an atlas! Dot didn't know whether she was three or fifty-three miles from Fairice. But that didn’t matter; she was soon informed that transportation would be available if she could wait a few hours. (Special delivery.) Well, why bring this up anyway? She was taken to Orford and welcomed by the high school faculty who had been awaiting her arrival for two days. What an unplanned reunion that was. and yet what a grand one! Each had her own sad story to tell, for you know, ours was a strange arrival too. My telephone call came Labor Day morning at 8 o’clock, asking if I could be in Orford that afternoon, ready to teach Tuesday morning. 1 gasped— no answer came from my lips. Finally, without knowing what could take me there, I said that I’d go. I found a way, and in transit I gathered up Ruby Hilliard. What talk-ings of summer vacations! We expected to be welcomed with open arms by some P. X. S. girls—we didn’t know which ones. We landed—and found to our dismay that we were the first to arrive. And poor Miss Twitchell was just in agony, waiting for her corps of teachers. Some time far. far into the night came a call from Phil Forbes. She couldn’t arrive until Tuesday, and Peg (Jrothey came in on the scene a day late, too Now this sounds far from professional, and we thought so too. However, we adjusted ourselves as soon as we could. Orford’s high school is a new project as it is now organized. We were there for our training, and we proceeded to get it. Our first conference was an interesting one. We were assigned our subjects, now without some personal choice. What a strange feeling to walk into one’s first class! It’s a fine feeling. One morning in the course of our career, the usual calm and peace maintained in Orford High was rudely upset by none other than our critic, who was waving her arms and crying. “Fire, fire, there’s a real fire—everyone get out!” Doors on all sides flew open and out rushed cadet teachers and students. I happened to glance out of a window and the sight I saw made me blink and look again to see if my eyes were deceiving me. Across the field I perceived two legs going at such a terrific rate of speed and taking such long steps that they formed an angle of 180 degrees. In fact this apparition “right out straight” that it took some time to realize that it was one was so Guv Edwin Spkakk. Mr. Speare is tin kindly father of the Training School—with the personal interest of every student at heart. What would students and critics do through the long hours if it wasn’t for his jolly chuckle and beaming countenance radiating through the school? “THE CONNING TOWER” 1 9 3 0 73 of mv freshman hoys going after the Orford Eire Department. Just at this instant a suitcase Hew bv the window and a veritable rainstorm of books, lunch boxes, and note-books followed. Evidently the grammar grades upstairs were leaving. In the meanwhile the high school students were moving out all movable objects. Imagine my horror and grief when I saw my lesson plan note-hook ruthlessly thrown out of a window. (Girls, when you’ve trained for a few weeks, you’ll realize just how precious that loose-leaf note-hook was.) In the midst of the tense excitement the lire department arrived and after heroic efforts the building was made safe for classes. The whole episode was very comical after it was all over. That was just one of the events to In remembered. Among the most unforgettable. however, are those hikes to Lake Morey, and those camping trips to Fairlee cliff. One well acquainted with Richard Halliburton's “Royal Road to Romance” and his many thrills can appreciate how we felt away up on the cliff -sitting on the very edge and getting the thrill—yes—t-h-r-i-1-1 of a lifetime. Dick, we can appreciate your romantic and adventuresome nature. In the high school the classes are not large, the equipment is not ultramodern, and the town is small. But, oh, what an excellent place in which to train! The spirit is Al. The hoys and girls are real workers and clean players. The people in Orford and in Fairlee are most thoughtful and helpful regarding Orford High School. It is their pride as well as ours. Makcakkt Grothey. Blanche Dckaclt. The Plymouth Training School The Plymouth Training School consists of the kindergarten, the six elementary grades, and a junior high school department covering the seventh and eighth grades. Here tin Sophomore-Seniors carry on their practice— teaching in alternating nine week periods. Each grade has a critic teacher whose duty is to guide the cadets in their teaching and to criticize their methods. As far as possible they transfer all responsibility to their cadets. When we arrive in September, most of us have very vague ideas as to the grade in which we wish to train. We meet the first .Monday morning with Mr. Speare, and after long and heated discussions groups of fours and fives find themselves in their respective grades with about thirty pairs of eyes, eager to become acquainted and to decide upon whom to try out their latest pranks. At first we are especially obliging and answer their manifold ques- 74 “THE CONNING TOWER” 1930 lions. Hut ono of the first things wo have to learn is not to wait upon them too much. Our first week of training is spoilt mostly in getting acquainted with the pupils, and accustomed to the routine of the schoolroom and playground which is much the same in every grade. Actual teaching begins about the second week. The night before our first day of teaching is one not to be forgotten. Our lessons are planned with uttermost care according to our normal school pedagogy. Then we practice before our mirrors and room-mates until we think we know every step of the process by heart and can answer any possible questions. The Primary Department Two Temples A builder builded a temple, He wrought with care and skill. Pillars and groins and arches Were fashioned to meet his will. And men said when they saw its beauty. ‘‘It never shall know decay. Great is thy skill, O Guilder, Thy fame shall endure for aye.” A teacher builded a temple. She wrought with skill and care. Punning each pillar with patience, Laying each stone with care. None saw the unceasing effort. None knew of the marvelous plan. For the temple the teacher builded Was unseen by the eyes of man. Gone is the builder’s temple. (Tumbled into the dust. Pillars and groins and arches. Food for consuming rust. Hut the temple the teacher builded Shall endure while the ages roll. For the beautiful unseen temple Was a child's immortal soul. “THE CONN IN C TOWER 1 9 3 0 75 The aim of the first three grades is to lay the foundation of this temple. When the child enters the kindergarten or first grade, all lie has to build on is what he has learned at home. There are many habits already formed, which must be broken and many new ones built up. The primary grades establish skills which will aid the children in later school years. The activities are mostly for building up social co-operation and correcting character traits. Primary grades emphasize freedom which will control the child through himself. In these grades reading is very important. There are pictures on the bulletin board with stories printed under them. There is a library table with many books for them to go to at free periods. They are given a great deal of reading seat work. The goal has been reached in learning to read when the child reads voluntarily, extensively, and with evident interest and absorption. We must develop a real love for reading—one that will prompt him to spend many of his leisure hours in reading for pleasure. Some reach tin goal in the first grade, some in the second grade, and some infrequently not until the third grade. The other important phase of primary work is handwork and drawing. Much of the children’s time is spent at the easel, painting objects and scenes. In the second grade they have very interesting puppet shows. Third grade makes miniature moving picture shows. The work of the primary grades is exceptionally interesting and far from monotonous. The children are so eager to learn, so original, and try so hard to please. R. Haiku. Intermediate Grades As the aim of the primary grades is to lay a foundation, the aim of tin next three grades is to build upon this foundation. Each habit, skill, attitude, or ideal established in the primary grades must be carefully developed and watched lest the child slip back into old ways. The intermediate grade activities stress good citizenship and fair play in the classroom as well as on tin playground. In these grades the situation is a bit different from that of the primary grades. As the children reach the upper intermediate grades they no longer let imagination have full play. They must have reality. If things are not real, quite often they will have nothing to do with them. So one subject is especially important as reading is in primary work. The subjects—arithmetic, geography, reading, spelling. English, history, citizenship, gym. drawing, music, penmanship and nature have as their aim to build up the character, skill, habits, ideals, and knowledge of tin- child. 76 44T H E C0NNIN G T0 WEK” I 9 3 0 Many interesting tilings are happening all day long. Their motto truly seems to be, If naught is happening then will I make it. The children are always encouraged to express themselves freely, and we have no trouble in getting them to do so. One example of this is on Friday afternoon between three o’clock and three-thirty when they are allowed to give entertainments of their own planning. Usually they recite poems written by themselves, sing, play the phonograph, give short plays, play games, especially those involving magic for instance, Black Magic . They are fun-loving, mischievous, lovable youngsters for whom we soon form a deep attachment. Paulin k I i :s mien us. The Junior High School The Junior High School consists of the seventh and eighth grades. Here we find a most interesting group of pupils of early adolescence. While changing from childhood to youth, boys and girls are prone to he critical of their elders, yet childlike and imitative. They arc at the age when hero worship is a great factor in their development. Because of these characteristics, the Junior High School was formed to smooth the path between the grades and the Senior High School, in order to eliminate as far as possible the difficulties of orientation. To this end, the work is carried on depart mentally, as in the Senior High School. Upon entering training in the Junior High School, a cadet is surprised at the self assurance and sophistication shown by the pupils. It is no uncommon thing to see one of these grown up children following his favorite cadet with adoring eyes. Once a week we have the opportunity of seeing this lively group all together at their assembly. This is an outstanding activity of the Junior High School, called the Junior Citizens’ Club. The programs presented are typical of the pupils who plan and give them, (iuided by Mrs. Brown’s and Miss Gile’s radiant personalities, they carry on their business meetings with exceptional ease and dignity. Working with these boys and girls is a pleasure for the cadets, because of their splendid attitude and co-operation. As in any group, there are several outstanding figures. Mention of Junior High brings to our minds a picture of a tall, good-natured. Irish boxer, whose feet, are always skidding and tripping over chairs, and whose dry humor puts pep into every class. We also set1 a rosy-cheeked, blue-eyed, blond boy, whose lapses into reverie bring us remarkable ideas. To call on him is like pressing a button to release a flow of words worthy of a statesman. These arc only two of the sixtv-three who pass in panorama before us, all of whom have personalities as distinctive and individual. The cadets of Junior High School look back on nine weeks of inspiring work. Hutu IIaire. ‘4 T n K CONNI N (; T OWEK” 19 3 0 77 Rural Schools Oh, arc you going out rural? This is the familiar question which is asked at the end of every nine weeks, and the girl that answers, “Yes”, has a very vague idea of what this is all about. Ask any rural cadet what her idea about a rural school is and I 'm sure you will get a different answer from each one. The first will likely say. “Oh. my school was just fine; the pupils were dears; and it was a great joy to teach them.'’ The second girl whom you ask will probably give you an entirely different answer. “Deliver me from a rural school. The children are terrible and the lesson plans one has to make each night would easily till one of the volumes of an encyclopedia.” A third girl who is probably not fond of hiking will exclaim, “I guess I was never meant for the country. The mile and a half walk which greeted me every morning nearly exhausted me, and only to find at its end a cold school room. If I didn’t wish to perish, I had to build a fire; yes, a fire that refused to give any heat.” After each girl has given her opinion on her rural school, she will probably recall her past nine weeks of training. How well she can remember that first day. No doubt she was at the school house long before school started, wondering what she would say to her pupils that morning, and how she would get through her first day. Shortly before nine o’clock the children come down the road, each with his lunch box in his hand, laughing and shouting with great joy. They are probably curious to see what the new teacher is like. Then comes the time for school to commence. During the opening exercises the children look at their new teacher with eager eyes, wondering what will happen next. The uninitiated one goes on with her program which is very similar to a crossword puzzle, and finally, after what seems to her the longest day she has ever spent, it comes to a close. With a sigh of relief she gathers up her books and papers and starts her homeward walk enjoying the wonderful New Hampshire air and scenery as she goes. The weeks fly by and it seems no time at all when the last days of the quarter have come and it is time for her to leave. Although she is glad to get back to P. X. S. and its good times, no doubt deep in her heart, there is a feeling of proud satisfaction to think that for nine weeks she has managed her school by herself, with the suggestions from her helpful critic. Miss Holmes. Xll.I.A ftOKDON. 78 “THE CO N N I N (; T OWE R 1 9 3 0 CLASS SONG Nu5iC by Dorothea Whitney Class of JO fa feAv - set- 17 V 4 fe o 3 c| — •• • « Q o— O rL-£ — —T znrz:r t t f f Tf —Ti1 11 1 f r r i- r r_?i—r_ r r r-i—t 4 1 r J ,—t1 i— i i i ,11 i i i f2 f i ’ i i Mrf J - V— |—4 —4 — — LlT ; - j- — — — - - ■ r (! h T c. .5 __}• i ■T3 I P dr c . ]f . L i X 7 -ei •ts • M— o J Class Ode Tin' lime )i:is come, de«r Normal School To say good-hye to flirt Bill all our lives wo ne’er will fail To over faithful he. (). Alma Mater, o’er von stand For all that’s strong and true. And our groat aim in life will he To serve just you. Although we go our many ways And separate places view We’re always near in spirit, for We’re one in loving you. (). Plymouth, Alma Mater, dear. We now our pledge do give We’ll always serve you faithfully While we shall live. Marion Thurston, ’30, 80 “THE CONNING TOWER” 1 9 3 0 Student Government As the State of New Hampshire is carried on by a government by the people, so is the government of Plymouth Normal School carried on by the students. .Just as the citizens of New Hampshire are not satisfied with the laws, neither arc the citizens of Plymouth Normal School State entirely satisfied with theirs and revisions are in process. In order to explain further about student government, we present the inaugural addresses of the governors for the year 1929-1930: lnaugural A ( dresses l)r. Silver. Dr. Damson. Our distinguished guest. Friends, and Fellow Citizens: We Americans believe our country is the greatest country on earth. By the greatest country we mean that one which offers the highest standard of living to its people and stands for the highest of ideals in its relations with other countries. Whether or not the I’nited States will be the greatest country in the world fifty years hence, rests with the young men and young women of today. “THE CONNING TOWER” 1930 81 There is a great responsibility resting upon the shoulders of our future citizens. Through the study of I'nited States History we have learned of tin-struggles of those patriots who made our nation what it is today. Future generations will study Our history Jo learn how the present generation contributed to the increasing greatness of our country. We of tin present gene-ration wish to do our part so that the unparalleled progress ol' the past century may continue. How can we do it? The men who have made places for themselves on the pages of history were simple human beings like ourselves. They were not content merely Jo boast of the past and present greatness of their country. They were the men who studied and solved the problems of their day. All institutions are in a process of change. For progress comes only through change. Patriotism does not demand that we shall close our eyes to the defects in our institutions. True patriotism demands that we shall know wherein any of our institutions are defective and shall help to remedy those defects. The extreme conservative or reactionary is the one who insists upon doing a thing in the same way because his ancestors did it that way. The extreme radical is tin one who sees only the faults in the order of society and is therefore impatient to destroy all in order to build anew. The real patriot is one with an open mind who tries to remove evil while holding on to that which is good. That is the stuff of which the best citizens are made. The qualities that apply to the citizens of The I’nited States, apply also to the citizens of Plymouth Normal School State. As we rejoice in the freedom of our iaml we should rejoice in the freedom of our school state. True happiness is to be hoped for from an increase of critical intelligence and a system of education which will develop truth seeking minds capable of forming real opinions upon matters of vital public concern and which will sow them broadcast or universalize them. We follow selfish egotistic impulses only along the road to self-destruction, but sacrifice and joy in service lead us along the road to moral progress where individual and social good are one. May I ask you two questions? First: Are not these qualifications of tin-good citizen also those of tin successful teacher? Second: Was there ever an institution, through its system of government, more fitted to develop those qualifications than is our own Plymouth Normal School State? Ft lloir-ril izens: I accept the trust you have committed to me. I will serve you through faithful execution of the laws of Plymouth Normal School State, knowing I can rely upon each and every one of you as a true and loyal citizen. During this administration may we gain in wisdom, high purpose, and achievement. Above all else, making out of it a great las : of happiness. Urni IIaiuk. “THE CONNIN'(; TOWER I 9 TO 52 l)r. Silver, Dr. Damson. Friends, and Follow'd’itizens: When you be- come a member of Plymouth Normal Sehool. von automatieally become a citizen of Plymouth Normal Sehool State. Hut just what is a State A State is a politically organized community, or, “tin given community of {riven individuals, viewed in a certain aspect, namely, as a political unity”. A State contains certain characteristics. The first of these is the desire on the part of a community that it should constitute a body politic. But this alone would not be satisfactory. It must also find expression in actual action in order to become successful. Another characteristic of a State is that it is an entity, indivisible, and immutable. A State may change its government as often as it desires but is complete in itself. It possesses a supreme will, means for formulating and expressing that will, and full powers to employ all force necessary to compel compliance with its commands. The Anglo-Saxon theory of tin State is an exceedingly practical one; the State exists for the people, not the people for the State, therefore, the regard for the State and pride in it should be of the same character as that held by individuals in respect to other bodies, such as the church, the family, and other organizations. “ T H E C 0 N N I N G T 0 W E R ’ 19 3 0 8.3 As the will of one State should not be imposed on that of another State, neither should individuals impose their wills over those of others, except in so far as the other individuals do not abide by their obligations. The government of Plymouth Normal School State is patterned after that of the State of New Hampshire. We have a body politic, actual action, and unity. No individual will have cause to enforce his will over that of another, if each one carries out his own obligations. Picture your own town if there were no laws; if automobiles were allowed to go up either side of the street as they happened to chance; if men and women were at liberty to take any money they wanted from the banks or goods from the stores, without payment, or danger of arrest. If each of us were living all alone on a desert island, there would be no need for laws, but because we must all live together and as happily and peaceably as we can, we have certain rules or laws to help us. •' lloir-Citizms: I accept the trust which you have committed to me. and will do my utmost to live up to its obligations, relying for loyal support upon each and every one of you. Let us look upon this government of Plymouth Normal School State as one in which laws are made and obeyed for tin good of all, and in addition to this, as a government in which we are all working together toward the same end. and when we reach that cud. we shall be on a higher plane of living and of happiness. Makiox Stkakns. pAulirt K' 1)1AH Pan-A thenaeum 1 rul be l my eyes. What was this before me.' A sign. “The Mask and Dagger”; where could I l « ? The sign was over a door upon which a knocker gleamed. I lifted this knocker and waited. Everything was dark but the door, about which a dim radiance shone. Again questions—where could 1 be; how came I here? No answer had come to niv knock, so I sought admission once more. This time I heard a shuflling behind the door which was opened presently by a town crier. 1 entered the hall which was only half-visible in the flickering light from the crier’s lantern. I could see no door, other than the one through which I had entered. I reluctantly followed the man as he hurried forward. After interminable walking through ghostly passages, guided by the wavering light, we reached another door which opened at the crier’s touch. When he bade me enter, he whispered, “Hush”. This place seemed real—it was real. It was the basement between the balcony of the gymnasium and tin gymnasium office in Mary Lyon Hall. Hut what a different appearance from that of everyday living! There were several nondescript chairs and benches scattered about a decrepit table. Nothing more was within the circle of light. Just then a scrambling noise broke the silence, and in rushed a group of laughing and chattering girls dressed in the style of more than a few years ago. What did everything mean? I was not held in suspense for long. “THE CONNING TOWER” 1 9 3 0 87 A tall «rirl asked for order when everyone had seated herself. “As you know.” she said, “we have wanted to organize a dramatic society. We need a name For the society and a constitution, too. We have been giving plays in this inadequate room for a long time. Let us. as we form a new club, resolve to work for the advancement of dramatics in Plymouth Normal School. “Who can belong to the club?” questioned a charming voice. “Let’s open the organization to students who have been here one year.” returned the apparent leader. “Now for the name.” “1 have an idea.” spoke up a new voice. “Why not call it ‘Pan-something’. ‘Pair surest.s universality.” “I know what would be good for tin club end of the name—‘Athenaeum’—it means a society for literature or art. And surely our work, as we go on, can be considered as a striving towards art?” Pan-Athenaeum, that is fine for a name and—it is different.” mused the leader. Suddenly. I was enveloped in a cloud. The voice of the town crier pierced the opaque thickness. “You have witnessed tin beginning of the ‘Pan-Athenaeum’. In a few years the work progressed so that it was possible to stage plays in Livermore Hall- but that is another story. Close your eyes and do not open them until I give you permission.” There was nothing in tin room in which I now found myself -no furniture. no rugs, no windows, nothing. I looked about and when I finally faced front. I saw the crier with a long scroll in his hand. “Oyez, oyez.” cried he. “You are assembled this evening, ladies and gentlemen, to witness a play given by talented performers—the name of the comedy is 'Station Y Y Y Y ” In a twinkling the crier was gone and there before me was an impromptu stage. I saw people who looked strange, and yet were not so. In this play there were snatches which appealed to me. The vision faded. The crier returned. “You have seen Olive Itamsdell portray the mother; Doris Fortier, her son; .Mildred Blodgett and Dorothea Whitney, her daughters; Frances Kph-Iin. the young man; Mary Golding, the middle-aged father; Caroline Nelson, the helpful chauffeur.” He disappeared once more. I was glad, for it gave me a chance to think where fancy left olf and reality began. The man reappeared. ’’You are now to witness a modern instance, ‘The Lady of Pain’.” Here he looked up from his scroll, saving. “This play seems to be about a sweet young thing that imagines herself to be misunderstood—sin is unique.” When I saw a dance scene, I remembered people. The mother was Ivy 88 “THE CONNING TOWER” 1930 Spottiswoode; her daughter. Until Little—'“Tin Lady of Pain”; her friends, Rosemary 11 a m i 11, Florence McLean and Glorie St. .John; a friend of the family. Virginia Douglass; the men in the picture, Rita Stimson, Ruth Jones and Mary Morrill. The sketch left me with the impression that the Lady would not be always so pained. Again the announcer: ‘‘May I present ‘Sauce for the Goslings’. It is unusually good. Two parents decide to show their ‘slangy’ youngsters what an impression such language makes. The experiment is more than successful. The mother. Carol Lavoie; the father, Verna Tucker; the grandmother. Beryl Shaw; the boy, Charlotte Floyd; the girl. Muriel Whitcly: the college friend. Edith Woolson.” Hark! I heard old airs on an unseen violin. The music gave me a cue to the setting. I saw a back-yard. I saw many things happen here, but the most humorous and most pathetic incidents concerned an “Cnele Jimmy”. Again the crier. ‘‘You have just witnessed a play of exceptional value, given bv the following people: Cnele Jimmy. Ruth Ilaire; Grandma. Gladys McN’abb; Mis’ Amanda Toplady. Henrietta Washburn; Mis' Postmaster Sykes, Pauline Keysar; Caliope Marsh. Pauline Deschenes; Cnele Rod. Mary McCaughney; Mitty, Beulah Jesseman ; Josef. Violet Ilikel. This play, due to its popularity, was given before the Plymouth Woman’s Club. March 10. in the Town Hall. “The next production is a most clever one,—‘Bargains in Cathay . The actors have been procured for this play at a high price. They are as follows: Emily Gray, interested in poets, Edith Barrows; Jerry, tin office boy, Phyllis Jackson; the poet, Xelliemae Connor; his father, Lois Watson; Miss Doty. Viola Nelson; Miss Bliss. Marion Thurston; the floorwalker, Zilla Gordon.” This sketch is not so familiar to me. The action takes place in a department store in the book section. A sweet girl sells her fiance’s supposedly impossible poems to tin boy’s father, who. previously, would have nothing to do with the “trash”. Miss Doty, as tin- crabbed manager of the book department, surely tries to be a spirit dampener. A violin repeated old airs. I saw an old-fashioned kitchen in a rural community. There was a woman ironing and another older woman winding carpet rags. A boy who wasn’t in the play caused much excitement. The play I recognized as “Neighbors”. The neighbors were as follows: Mis’ Diantha Abel. Opal Knight; Grandma. Muriel Fissette; Ezra Williams, Betty Davis; Peter. Jenny Valoff; Iney, Frances Wileomb; Mis’ Elmira Moran. Virginia Clar: Mis’ Trot. Rose Minickello; Mis' Carry Ellsworth, Bernice Wolfson. Just then I saw a far-away mist—this must be another play. As this vision receded, the crier came forward. “You are now admitted to the sanctum of the ‘ Pan-Athenaeum ’ where plays are reviewed and history is repeated.” Et,i,a Walker. 90 “THE CONNING TOWER” 1930 Social Club Joe Piano Speaking: Yes. indeed, for a good many years now I have been banged, actually banged; but never have I enjoyed it so much as I did this year, from the time school opened on Thursday. September (� , 1029, until they left me all alone on Saturday, June 15, 1030. Alone? Yes. but not forgotten. “What is the black list?’’ “What will they do to us?” “Oh, how I wish I hadn’t hidden that senior’s sweater. I know they will all jump on me.” Amidst such remarks as these did the Social Club start merrily on its way to initiate those freshmen—tin1 first big event of the season. It was kept so secret that I did not know one thing you upperclassmen were going to do to those poor freshmen. However I rejoiced over the fact, for Miss Curiosity whispered to me to be patient, and I would be rewarded. IIow I laughed when those freshmen led by an upperclassman descended the stairs to my gymnasium ! Those pigtails and those red noses were sufficient in themselves to furnish anyone amusement. IIow they were whirled around on my stool, how they walked that ladder, and how they were ducked. Yon all know, so I will not go into more details. It was not until a few days afterwards that 1 heard they were guided, or misguided, through a long, dark corridor up above. As to how they were treated there I never found out. Oh. you cruel, unrelenting upperclassmen! The following day the girls were hustling and bustling around, decorating for tin Hallowe'en banquet and dance. The gym certainly did look pretty. “THE CONNING TOWER” 1930 91 and had a hard lime “’’holding its own ’ when all the girls arrived with their dainty new gowns. From all the remarks. I imagined that they had had a very enjoyable feast before they came down, and were glad of the opportunity to “dance it oft’”. .My keys flew up and down that night, and I felt so gay 1 wanted to dance too. l� ut no. that wise old saying “Work before Pleasure,” restrained me. The Christmas party was equally as successful. Cpperclassmen. you must give credit to those freshmen. That comedy. “Not a .Man in the House”, was given for your benefit, and they worked hard to give you a pleasurable entertainment. This time there was a different feeling in the air. It seemed to permeate the entire gymnasium. Of course. Christmas was at hand and you were going home for your first real vacation. Now I should have unwell earned rest, but at the expense of not seeing one familiar face around. After New Year’s the school once more rang with the voices of all my friends. Every evening from ( :8() to 7 I was kept busy providing some melody or another. One night each week I was aided by sister Violin and brother Trumpet. The Social (’ltd) Council was certainly doing its best Jo give everyone a good time, and their efforts reached a climax at the Valentine masquerade. The costumes that night were the best ever. I never saw such a variety. Even the faculty agreed with me on that point. 1, too, could exult inwardly, for I had been tuned, and my keys once more had their .strength revived. After this, everything ran along in regular routine for awhile, until one morning early in .May before the first gym period began, I heard some one murmuring about strawberries and cream. I had thought their faces wen beaming more than usual, but attributed it to the fine weather we were having. After awhile I found out all. It was the May breakfast. Everyone had awakened early that morning in order to partake of this delicious repast. The school year was almost over now, and the Social Club Council was nearing the expiration of its term of office. It had enthusiastically done its work, and was ready to yield its position to another Council with these parting words: “It is faith in something, and enthusiasm for something, that makes life worth looking at.” Ni:u.ii:mak Conxok. Cheer Leading While in our halls of learning; and more often in our dormitories we find evidence of good sound lungs, it was not easy to find such evidence when the call came for candidates for cheer-leading. The Freshmen delegation was strong in enthusiasm, but upper classmen were singularly bashful ... at this time. It became necessary to call for nominees from the three groups of students. From the nominees cheer leaders were selected by Miss llodgdon and the head cheer leader. The A. A. offered 150 points for the position of head cheer leader and 100 points for each cheer leader and those who received tin points deserved them— they worked hard! The student body was moved to cooperate to a high degree in showing school spirit especially at the basketball games. Xew cheers and songs were submitted and they went over very well. Those who officiated in cheer leading were: Head Flicer Leader. Verna Tucker. ’H2; (Mieer leaders. Mildred Blodgett ’30, Mary Golding ’HI, Esther Tefft ’HI. Margaret Twombly ’HI. Song Leader. Lucy Marsters HO. Vkuna Tuckkk. Basketball The basketball season started before Thanksgiving recess. A great many girls responded to the first call. Four groups were formed regardless of classes, and practices were called by groups. About two weeks later, the groups were changed and the girls were divided into class groups. After “THE CONNING TOWER ’ 19 30 95 a great deal of faithful practicing, group games were called. There were many exciting games. Finally, by defeating tin Seniors, one of the Middlor groups became the group winner. From these groups class teams were chosen. More practicing followed, and then the class tournament was played off. Here, too, the Middlers carried off the honors. From the class teams. Varsity was chosen. Eighteen girls were put on the squad. Then, earnest practicing began. Every night saw the squad faithfully working. On February 20. seven of the squad went to Keene for the first outside1 game of tin season. We came home victors by two points, holding the lead throughout in a close game, tin final score being 14 Jo 12. After that victory, other games followed thick and fast. On March 1. we played our first game with Xasson Institute on our own lloor. Again the Plymouth girls were the victors, this time scoring 35 points to the visitors’ 18. The week following we made ready for the return game with Keene. On March 8. the school received a great surprise when it was announced that there was to be a double header, the first game with Keene Normal School and the second with Laconia High School. The Varsity squad was divided into two teams, each responsible for one game. No one who played in one game was allowed to play in the other. Both games proved to be fast and exciting. In the Keene game, we again proved ourselves the better team by getting the lead at the start and holding it throughout almost the entire game. At one point in the game Keene was one point ahead. How the walls of the gymnasium rang out with cheers! The final score, however, proved to be five points in our favor, 21 to Hi. In the second game. Laconia piled up the score 30 against the 23 points of our girls. Finally on March 15, Plymouth again showed superior playing bv defeating Xasson on their own floor by a score of 47 to 20. Varsity closed its season on March 22 with a game with the Alumni. Basketball season finally closed with many exciting faculty and interdorm games. Buoy Gustafson'. Speed ball Spcedball is the first outdoor sport at P. X. S. and is one enjoyed by all who enter the sport. Many candidates from the Middler. Sophomore-Senior, and Freshmen classes came out to enjoy spcedball. After many days of hard practice groups were chosen. This stimulated enthusiasm and rivalry among tin girls. It was certainly encouraging to see the girls kick the ball after a few practices, who had been unable to kick if at the beginning of the season. Finally, came the day when class teams were chosen. Girls came out to the practice with new eagerness and enthusiasm. Captains were chosen and 96 “THK CO NNING TOWEK’’ I 9 3 0 for many days the teams played against eacli other. The first game of the season was between the Seniors and the Freshmen. The Freshmen certainly played a hard game, but the Seniors won. The following day tin Sophomore-Seniors and tin Middlers had their game. Even though the Seniors put up a hard fight the Middlers won. coming out on top. I am sure we all enjoyed speedball and I hope that next year will be just as successful or even more successful than this year. Jvv SnoTTiswooni:- Volley Hall In sports the I . X. S. girls are certainly not back numbers. Hardly had speedball season ended when there was one grand rush for the volley ball practice at 4:30 in the gym. Here you could find tall girls, short girls, slim girls, and fat girls; all eager to hat that ball. Such echoes as “Watch that ball.” “Let it go-—let it go.” “Oh!!” “Attn girl,” and “Not ball—second serve,” could be heard all over the campus. “10 to 20—only one more point to win. Hurray! we won.” And the practice was over. Wonders, hopes, and despairs—who would make the team? There were so many of us and of course only a few could be chosen. At last the day arrived. joyous for some, fatal for others. The volley ball teams were picked. The players were well chosen ami evenly matched. Then they were ready for the tournament. Freshmen. Seniors, and .Middlers, all eager to win. The first to battle were the old rivals- -the Seniors and the Middlers. The Middlers won but not without a strenous light. Then they marched bravely forth to meet the Freshmen. What a game! Those Freshmen sure were hard to beat. Was the score close and did the ball fly back and forth, back and forth? Neither side could seem to gain. Finally the Middlcr’s luck won and again they were victorious. Rkrtiia Ork. Pool Tournament Pool is another of P. X. S.’s many activities. The pool tournament enables the girls to demonstrate their skill and the opportunity of winning the distinction of pool champion of Plymouth Normal School. Those wishing to participate sign on a designated list. The names are matched by affixing a number to each name ami drawing them in pairs. Here, this is done by the athletic instructor and the pool leader. The girls are given a certain time in which to play off the preliminaries. The winners are matched again in tin above manner and the second round is “THE CONNING TOWER ' 19 3 0 97 played oil'. This is repeated, until, l y the process of elimination, the champion is discovered. The champion ol‘ 1930 is Charlotte Floyd. A N'T I OX 1STTE 0 ENDUON. Bowling From the day school opened last fall, there has been an almost constant rolling and rumbling of balls in the bowling alley, interrupted only by the quiet of the Sabbath. Rowling has been one of our Favorite indoor sports, and the tournament aroused great interest and enthusiasm. Xinety-six girls came out for it. and were matched up to play. It was not uncommon to hear one of the Freshmen say. “Oh dear. I've got to bowl against an upper classman. I’ll surely lose!” Or an upper classman might remark, “I’m up against a Freshman. I see where I meet my Waterloo; those ‘Freshies’ have been practicing every day.” The winners of the first contests were again matched up. One by one the players have been eliminated. The tournament is over and we proclaim Veland Babbs the victor. ChahijOttk Floyd. Baseball In the spring time our maiden minds lightly turn to thoughts of the diamond the baseball diamond, I mean. We lingeringly make our way to and from classes speculating as to how much longer we must wait for our “West-yard” to dry up—that is, to dry up enough for our beforc-and-after supper games. It is a question as to whether or not the West-yard of Mary Lyon Hall ever does get too free from moisture. Those girls who were here in the spring of 1929 recall memories- fond ones of course; and how often do we hear: “Remember the way we used to sputter about using an indoor baseball, but after one gets the hang of it. it isn’t half bad.” “Yes. and it doesn't hurt as much—!” “Oh, not much!” Ask Mary Willikens; “Wasn’t that an awful looking eye she had last year.” “Speaking of accidents—remember the time K. Reynolds slipped in the mud when she had on a white flannel skirt.” “Say. who won last year?” “Mid-dlers! ” “ What ! Again?” “Who was sport leader last year?” “Anne Glen-non.” Remember the time Dr. Silver played with us?” “Yes, he did. and Mr. Skelton did too. I remember, because I held his overcoat.” What fun we have in baseball. Let’s hope for many a home-run to come for it’s a “jolly good game.” don’t you think? Vkrxa Tuckkk. 98 “THE CONNING TOWER” 1930 Tennis “1 have two spare periods this afternoon. Hurrah! “Good, so have I. Let’s play tennis. “Sure, if we can got a court. “Oh, ves. bring your racket to class, and rush down and grab a court at 2:30.” “Shall we have to play on the old courts? Can’t we try one of the new ones?” “I'm afraid the two new courts aren’t quite finished, but they will be soon. ” “Well. I’ll see you down at the courts after class.” “All right—at 2:30 sharp.” The conversation is resumed at the tennis courts about three o’clock. “Say. kids, haven’t you finished that set vet ? We’ve been waiting since 2:30 for that court, and. although it’s nice sitting here watching you. I’d rather be playing myself.” “Eh. just a few more minutes. This is a deuce game, and when we finish this one game we’ll stop!” “Good! At last we can play now.” “Say, how are you coming along in the tournament?” “I’ve moved up two places, so you see I’m gaining slowly but surely!” After about three quarters of an hour’s strenuous playing the conversation is again resumed. “Gee! I’m tired, let’s stop playing. I sure do love tennis, don’t you? It’s no wonder the courts are always in demand, is it? “No. it isn’t, and now that we’re going to have two new courts, I hope more girls will learn to play.” “Oh. I’m sure they will.” This is a conversation I overheard from which you can easily see how popular tennis is at 1 X. S. Rosemary 11 a:will. 100 “THE CONNING TOWER’’ 1930 Girl Scouts “There is only one organization that is lacking here at normal school.” remarked a former Girl Scout, ‘‘and that is a (!irl Scout Troop.” ‘‘Well! why not have one?” echoed several of the “roup seated around the piano one evening in early October. “Girl Scouts always seem to have good times in one way or another.” Such a desire did not pass unheeded; and when the first meeting was called, a large crowd came to the gym eager to take up the new work. Some came out of mere curiosity, some out of interest, others to continue the work begun during high school days. Plymouth Normal School was most fortunate in having a Golden Eaglet Scout to put us on the right track and also in possessing two captains so willing to devote their time to leading and directing the work of the scouts. A great many amusing questions were asked at the first meeting, such as: ‘‘Why aren’t two tenderfoots called tenderfeot?” “What is ‘sheepish about a knot which shortens a rope or why is it called the sheep-shank? The only answer we could give was: “What’s in a name, anyway? At this first meeting patrols and troops were organized, patrol leaders and corporals appointed, and the plan of formation explained. It was surprising to note the hesitation after the command of ‘‘Right Dress.” Questions such as these ran through our minds: “Now. which is my right arm? Is it my head that I turn or my body?” Rut. such hesitation was quickly done away with because scouts are. at least, supposed to be alert and “peppy.” The last half hour of the meeting was given up to the learning of scout songs which showed the assembled girls that in scouting there is as much time for play as for work. The enthusiasm which was aroused among the girls did not wane, and in four weeks forty-two girls became registered as Senior Girl Scouts, each bearing in mind the fact: “There is a big job waiting for me in spreading this scout work to younger girls.” For the enrollment ceremony, the two troops-—the Cardinal and Tamarack—formed horse-shoes, which are symbolic of good fortune. Shoulder to shoulder they stood to symbolize their comradeship. Busy as the Girl Scout may be with learning to do in a clever, up-to-date way, things to improve herself, her home, her school, and her community, she never forgets that the original scouts were out-of-door people. The real fun of scouting lies in the great life out-of-doors. Plymouth Normal School has had one big successful start in scouting this year,—so, for next year: Come along, girls, get ready, let us form our patrols. We have chosen two dandy captains who will make the scouts enroll. All around us they are joining, and we can’t be left behind. Get vour friends all together—see how many you can find.” Florence McLean. Camp “Going to camp'” is the question enviously asked of the bloomer clad figures posed around tin very conspicuous (for their neatness?) blanket rolls piled at the south entrance of .Mary Lyon on Saturday afternoon. “Don't forget the vie !” “Got enough to eat ?” “ What do you think you are. a regiment as the food, boxes and boxes of it. comes up to be loaded onto the waiting truck. “Del, where is your modesty, you've forgotten your bathrobe!” A grand scramble ensues while everyone searches for missing articles and clambers aboard the truck, her most precious or breakable articles in her arms. “Have a good time!” “Goodbye!” “See you Monday night! and they are off. bumping up Ward’s hill to a chorus of good wishes and parting shrieks as they hit rough spots in the road. The camp at Loon Lake is only five miles from school. It is in a lovely location overlooking the lake and ML Stinson. In the spring of the Athletic Association decorated and refurnished the camp with miscellaneous chairs, and much needed kitchen ware. It is no longer necessary to carry your own carving knives, sewing kit. tin cup or what-vou-may-wish. They are there waiting for you—even to the scissors with a ruby in them! Hut beware of the closet—it has two doors and unless care is taken by your chief cook and bottle washers the strawberries, pineapple and everything else pushed in at one end will fall out the other. Doesn’t camp look bare after those curtains, cushions and bed covers are taken down? What a difference just a little decoration makes, especially at camp. “THE CONNING TOWER” I 9 3 0 103 Tin truck arrives and everyone climbs oft . The boxes and blanket rolls are carried in and tile important business of choosing beds begins. OF course no one really expects to sleep the first night but you might just as well pretend that you will. After the milk and other perishables are stored in the lake and weighted down with stones it is time to go swimming. The water is cold and the bottom of the lake is very rocky but no one minds a little thing like that. “Supper's ready, conies the call and there is a wild scramble to get dressed and ready to cat it. Doesn’t food taste good at camp! After supper is over the victrola is started and an evening of fun begins. You can go rowing in the moonlight (if there is a moon) or dance at camp. No one thinks of going to bed until long after ten. Of course going to bed does not mean going to sleep. There is a great deal of talking and giggling as one by one the girls straggle up stairs. “Sh. let’s all keep still and go to sleep, calls someone. “All right. and for as much as three whole seconds camp is quiet. Then a girl giggles and the noise is started up all over again. After repeating this many times the disturbers of the peace do fall asleep and camp is quiet. “Who’s coming in for a dip? , calls some very brave person early in the morning. “ 1’gh ! how cold it is”, but some get up and go for a swim in the icy lake. The rest settle down for another nap but no. someone is awake enough to whisper and laugh. “Sh. you’ll wake everyone , someone hoarsely whispers. Then as she goes to visit in another bed there comes a loud crash and shrieks of laughter. A bed made for two will not hold three and the slats have fallen out. This seems to be i common occurrence with those slats. After this, sleep is impossible and everyone gets up. (’an the camp oven be used? -lust ask Miss llodgdon and Bertha about the blackberry pies, or Betty Davis about roast chicken. Those pies were very delectable to look at but, oh the crust—no wonder considering what it was made of! The members of the faculty who planned a surprise party for those campers surely got surprised when they were treated, with great hospitality, to blackberry pie. They were even more enthusiastic than the cooks or the campers. That is the kind of guests housekeepers love—they suffer in silence! Monday is the busiest day at camp for it is housecleaning day. Everyone falls to and what a bustle there is. “Oh where is my other stocking? “I’m sure 1 had my pajamas right here. Who can have taken them?” “There they are, under the bed. “What did I do with my bathing suit?” All belongings are mixed in a heap on the beds and everyone scrambles through them to find her own. Why is packing to leave so much harder than packing up to come? It seems as though everything has disappeared and is not to be found. At last blanket rolls are pinned up and piled on the porch, the floor is mopped, dishes done, wood chopped, and everyone reminded everyone else of what “just must be done next. 101 “T II K CO N N I N (; TOW K R” I 9 3 0 The truck drives up soon ami ail packs arc put on. With girls perched on all corners it starts otT. The ride seems all too short and in no time at all school is reached. “What a perfectly gorgeous week end we have had!” “Let's do it again sometime.” “How I hate to go to school tomorrow!” A week end at camp is certainly a never-to-be-forgotten experience. Hikes “ Youth is full of Snort” “—Only the first sixteen may go.” Can we forget that notice in the dining-room? The hike might be to camp Saturday nights, on snowshoes or without, it might be on Mondays for swimming or “sugaring off”. or to Mt. Prospect. The Saturday night hikes this winter were varied. When we didn’t have snowshoes. we slid—usually down; when we had snowshoes. something always happened so that someone landed in a drift. We remember the night Miss Hodgdon thought that she. Dot Kphlin. and Charlotte Floyd, were in Switzerland. They skiied—but into a drift. A searching party was being organized when the Swiss guides returned. Oil yes, when we wish aid in measuring the number of cords we will apply to Miss Hodgdon—she has a unique method. We remember a chimney that made us cry and which made us work building and rebuilding fires; we remember depositing much snow outside the door. XoteA suggestion to the class gift committee- why not get a shield or is it a buckler, to cover the lop of the chimney? Those who come after us will appreciate it. We believe that Miss Waugh and Bertha Winery created quite a disturbance when feeding the birds. Bertha must have been funny half-up a tree trying to hang to the limb, soap-strainers containing suet. We can feel now the heat ill our faces and tin cold on our backs when we ate our supper and played “Crime” at Viola’s suggestion. Wc wouldn’t have eaten our sandwiches and pickles so complacently if we had known of their near-extermination when Dot Kphlin insisted upon sitting down on ice or in snow—no preference on her part. A P. X. S. made on the lake with snowshoes is different. (Some tried tiie stunt one night.) This was done to prove the ice was hard. We can’t leave Saturday night hikes without telling about the wishing bridge. Muriel Whitely is the only known person who has crossed this bridge not speaking, bolding her breath, and making a wish all the way across. Did the wish come true, “Mew”? There were two Monday hikes which were heaps o’ fun. ’Member our hike last September, our having our picture taken, our swim, our feeding the “THE CONNING TOWER” 1930 105 cloy:, and the “ Freddy Jeffrey scare (she swam across the lake and back again) “Sugaring off” starts with the question “Who will carry the syrup?” The gallon can, by the way. is not extremely light. This year sugaring off was great. We mustn’t forget the toasted sandwiches and the rest of the lunch. Before lunch had come the fitting of pans to their spheres by tilling them with snow. While waiting for the syrup to boil, some continued to dry shoes, and others explored the lake short . When time came for “sugaring off itself, two culprits were missing. Roth returned, however, to find plenty left. We have often wondered why Miss Ilodgdon has a notoriously small appetite at camp excepting, of couse. cake frosting and maple syrup and sugar. We should like to confide in you that Miss Newton found her long-sought soloist in Phil. The discovery was valuable. Phil was entertaining at “sugaring off”. The coming-home is always inevitable on a hike there have been varied returns blizzards, ice storms, moonlight. Needless to say. we like the last best. To you, future seniors, we leave this: May you. too, remember. ‘Tamp, and hikes, and sport”. Ella Walker. Campfires When freshmen arrive they are greeted with rain, loneliness, strange new things, and campfire; when seniors leave they are hidden adieu with ceremonies, laughter and tears, and campfire. Campfire first and last is memorable. A freshman's idea of her first campfire is a bit like this; After an interminable period of loneliness and rain, and a lot to do. Monday arrives. What will tin day be? Fair it is. and kind to poor freshman. About halfpast four, she with others of her state, start for Lnngdon Park. The hike is different- and fun. There is something to see every minute from the stately pines and slender birches to the soft sand and shallowness of Raker River. How longingly she thinks of swimming -why. even paddling would be a sport. Just then pangs of hunger gin to assert themselves. Miss Freshie joins the rest of the crowd around the campfire. Has anything ever before tasted as good ? Such a thing is impossible with roast corn (oh. for some now!) ye ho tie dogges. beans, and coffee. She has seconds, thirds, and fourths; still her appetite is unappeased. Comes deeper dusk, accompanied by feelings of love, loyalty, and friendship for the school. These feelings are intensified by frolic and song. Why, it’s great to be alive! When mosquitoes and river-mist become too unfriendly, she wends her way through the shadowy cathedral of trees, aided by moonlight and flashlight joking, and remembering, and looking into the future. 106 “THE C 0 N N I N G T OWER” 19 3 0 To the senior, her las! campfire will probably Ik a jumble of tears and laughter. She remembers, although she cannot feel to the uttermost, the campfire last year. Who can forget—oh, just everything? Didn’t “Phil” try to establish a Frankfort-eating record? She was still going strong in the eighth round. (’lass, why shall we remember “Lib Laturneau? Didn’t she impersonate Miss Bickford so well that the lady in question decided to acquire new traits which could be further imitated this year for instance, the pepper incident ? There were songs and songs. Kitxy sang “Sonny Boy”; we liked it. We had hoped that there would In a duel between Miss Newton and Fitzy. Another phase of the evening which we cheered more lustily than long was the baseball game. Ask Verna. Who made that Itomerun? Didn’t Phil umpire? Wasn’t Mr. Speare a great fielder? lie may when he finishes teaching became a world-famous fielder. Didn't Dr. Silver try to oust Walter Johnson from liis summer position ? It seems that Mr. Fitzgerald did something, too. Did he not try to make headlines for a Boston daily by playing “Slide, Kelly. Slide”? Only two things marred a perfect evening—Kay Reynold’s bloomers not being able to stand the strain of playing leap-frog, and “K” Ziarko spraining her ankle in the game lost to the faculty. We loved burning our faces, the duet played on our backs by dew and mosquitoes; we liked the embers and the going-home. (In all ’twas a queer foolin’). What can be better—our last campfire is yet to come! Ella Walkkk. Skating When is the one time Verna Tucker gets up early in the morning? That’s easy! After tin skating rink has just been flooded (and has frozen!) There are other girls too at P. X. S. who love skating well enough to get up before breakfast. The skating rink is on the corner lot beside Hall Dormitory. During the winter it is frequently used, if there has not been a snow storm just the day before. If you want to predict weather, even better than the weather man himself, watch the skating rink. It invariably snows just after it has been flooded. Saturday night is the best time for skating. Then what a crowd gathers at the rink! All kinds of games are played and more than a few tumbles are taken. Anyone passing on Main Street, unacquainted with the strength of the Normal School girl’s lungs, would be certain at least live hundred girls were skating, and not so far away as Summer Street either! Although the skating rink is used only a short time each winter it is certainly worth while. Dorothy Epulis. Glee Club Caw! Caw! Caw!! Glee Club night!!! I must not miss the rehearsal. I guess that I shall have to take my place on top of the book case as usual. Here they come! Now the fun begins! What’s this 1 hear, “I can t stay to (ilee Club tonight. Miss Newton, I have a sore throat.” That means one less to listen to, anyway. They’re off! What harmony!! Sir Godwin seems to be making a great impression. Oh dear, tin altos have galloped with that Sir Godwin through the forest until the poor beast must have fallen arches from carrying some of those substantial girls. The poor beast has my sympathy if it will help him any. However, I am very proud of the Glee Club. It is one of the most active clubs in school. What inauguration or similar school function would be complete without the Glee Club adding to its success? Melodious voices and the fine direction of Miss Newton have contributed to a most successful year. The Glee Club made its finest appearance at the branch meeting of the American Association of Cniversitv Women and at its annual spring concert. I was just hoarse from shouting for “encores”; in fact I had laryngitis for the next two weeks. Even then, I felt as though I had not “cawed” half enough. “Will some one please open more windows?”—What’s this?—Oh!----------- “THE CONNING TOWER” I 9 3 0 109 At last—here's my chance to escape before Miss Newton discovers the reason for the discord in the alto part. I must have been thinking out loud. Anyway. I must yo down to Livermore Hall to help Miss Litchman keep the freshmen busy for the rest of the evening. Caw! Caw! (Jaw! Li m y Makstkks. 1. • 3. 1. • ANNEAL CONCERT 1930 PLYMOUTH NORMAL SCHOOL GLEE CLEli Program Part I. Red (iodwin’s Wooh� «r a. Madriyale b. Amaryllis Passing By Waltzes. Opus 3!) Nos. 1, 2. 3, 8, 35 Glee Club Sextet Glee Club Part II. William Haesche Giovanni Gabrieli (1557-1G12) Published Venice E 90 Arr. Reynolds. Air 1 u Roi Louis XI11 Trans. Henri Ghvs t Edward Purcell (1( 80-1740) Johannes Rralims (1833 181)7) Helen Foss Six Love Sonys Johannes Rralims 1. “A Tremors in the Branches” 2. ' Nightingale. Thy Sweetest Sony” 3. “Bird in Air Will Stray Afar” 4. ‘‘From You Hills the Torrent Speeds” 5. ‘‘Locksmith, Ho! A Hundred padlocks” ti. “Now. Ye Muses. Be Hushed” Glee Club Orchestra The orchestra has had a most successful year under the able direction of Miss Newton. It has made several public appearances, and the programs that have been presented have certainly been most enjoyable. The Pan-Athenaeum presentations would not be complete without the introductory music by our orchestra. What would our chapel exercises be without its accompanying: strains We certainly could never keep step march- 110 “THE CONNING TOWER” 1930 ing out of chapel without our drums, for ii is hard for some of us now to get that left, left, left, that the drums heat out for us. The orchestra plays for dancing: in the gymnasium one night a week and on special occasions, the special occasions having been tlie nights of the Keene Xormal. Xasson Institute, and Alumni basketball games. It is most certain that you will always find a crowd of terpsiehorean enthusiasts in the gymnasium on the night that it is announced in the dining room that the “Dore-lesmans” will play for dancing after supper. Among the numbers on the programs which have been presented we find Sehuman’s “Traumerei.” Handel’s “Minuet,” (trieg’s “Xorwegian Dance,” Tschaikowsky’$ “Song Without Words,” Schubert's “March Militaire,” and Haydn’s “Andante from the Surprise Symphony.” Because of tin absence from orchestra of some of the girls during training. the personnel changes somewhat each quarter. The piano accompaniment has been supplied by Gladys McXabb, Xorma Page and Ruth S. .Jones; violin. Helen Foss and Anne Senter; Saxophone. Eleanor Sweet and Marion Downing; Clarinet. Dorothy Whiteley; Trombone, Mr. Hatch; Cello. Beatrice Fuller and Dorothy Soule; Mandolins. Charlotte Floyd. Ruth Morrison. Geneva Doe. Lucille Fulton, and Marion Page; and drums, Esther Tefft. The orchestra has been comparatively small this year, but nevertheless capable of producing fine music. It owes its great degree of success to Miss Xewton who has faithfully and tirelessly given her time for this most important work. Noiima Paok. Forensic Who believes that modern advertising is more detrimental than beneficial to the American people? We are not sure ourselves, os we convinced judges of the validity of both sides of the question. Of this we are certain, however, that modern advertising as a question was very beneficial to the debating team of ’20 both as an incentive for putting forth best efforts in argument, and as a source of genuine interest and fun. The pleasure derived from closer contacts with one another and the thrill of victory more than offset the long, arduous grind of preparation. The experience of the members of the negative team on their trip to Keene is so much a part of the career of a Forensic member as to warrant reproduction in detail. On that memorable morning Mildred Kelley. Charlotte Floyd. Marguerite Twombly, and Mary Fullerton, the four staunch supporters of the negative, tripped lightly down Mary Lyon Hall walk to Mr. Swett’s car. The entire student body poured forth to wish us luck and cheer us on our way. After embracing the members of the affirmative as fondly as if we were about to sail for Europe, and everyone else within grabbing distance, amid cheers, shouts, and Mr. Swett’s exhortations for speed in our farewell taking, we climbed into the car. There was a mild civil war concerning who should occupy the front seat, which was finally won by Marguerite Twombly. We bad not journeyed far. however, before the seat had to be relinquished in favor of Marv Fullerton ‘THE CONNING TOWER 19 30 113 who, hv this time, dm to nausea caused l v riding in the back scat, was totally indifferent as to whether the world ever contained another scrap of advertising- or not. Conversation, somehow, was not very forthcoming:. Our minds were occupied with fearful thoughts of tin evening. If it hadn’t been for .Mary’s ceaseless, nonsensical chatter which kept us laughing in spite of ourselves, any one seeing that little Chevrolet would have declared it contained three perfect personifications of despair. Among the pile of suitcases and debating material was a huge box of “eatables” thoughtfully prepared by Mrs. Swett. We eyed the box reverently and longingly, but try as we would, we could not eat. So the big box reposed in its place of honor until the need of its contents should become more acute. We dined in Newport, and alt heartily, despite the consciousness that Keene was near and the afternoon on the wane. With chills playing tag up and down our backbones, but with a brave outward appearance, we drove down the main street of Keene and to tin administrative building of Keene Normal School. There we were cordially welcomed by “Daddy” Mason and a member of the team. After an hour of rest we were taken on a tour of the campus. In accordance with Mr. Swett’s parting instructions we succeeded in ‘‘trying out” our voices on the platform from which we were to speak. •Just before supper we received a telegram from our affirmative team, bidding us to “do our stuff” and assuring us that they were “holding the fort.” We were escorted to the dining-room by our friendly rivals, and there we met our masculine opponent who struck terror in our hearts. And then the debate itself! The events of those few hours are dear to only us who experienced them, but how priceless they are to us. Kel, remember your “little, tiny box of raisins , and the chairman, who always mispronounced your name? Remember the reference, in rebuttal to the “gentleman friend”? And after the debate was over and everyone was breathlessly awaiting the decision, remember the little notes we wrote each other saying, “We're lost, we’re lost!”, and how quickly Mary retaliated with. “Oh. shut up! A moment of (electrically) charged silence and then,— tlie negative wins! We shall never know just how we managed to rise from our chairs and shake the hands of our defeated opponents but somehow we did. Our only thought was to (ind Mr. Swett through whose thorough training our victory was accomplished. The telephone calls from Plymouth bringing the news that our affirmative team had won made our happiness complete. After light refreshments with the Keene team and members of the faculty, wo retired to our rooms in a state of bliss. The next morning Mary Fullerton and Charlotte Floyd rose very early and expressed their exuberance of spirit in a game of tennis before breakfast. After breakfast we spent the minutes remaining before leaving in a cursory inspection of tin town, including: the post-office and the five and ten cent store. Among our notable purchases there were charming silver necklaces. Have you yours yet f Another discussion ensued as to who should sit in front on the return trip. Remember Mr. Swell's words. “Well. I shall be proud to sit beside any one of you!” With the sun beaming down upon us we rode blithely from the fair city of Keene. Now we were ready for Mrs. Swctt s box of delicacies. Could we eat now? We could and we did. All kinds of sandwiches, cake, olives and chocolate bars disappeared with amazing rapidity. We even chewed gum. (Sh! so did Mr. Swctt.) We had a very enjoyable return trip via Manchester and Concord where we stopped for lunch. We stopped again at the Weirs to view Kndicott Rock as marking the source of the Merrimack. Then we hurried so as to reach Plymouth before night-fall in order to make our triumphal entrance conspicuous. (We had planned, that if we should lose, we would wait until darkness descended and then creep stealthily in at a back door!) We were swooped affectionately off our feet by our joyous colleagues who were extremely anxious to tell their own experience and to hear ours. We remember that we talked for hours after supper that night, but just what we said is forgotten. In this manner, ends the record of the most important accomplishment of the Forensic in 1929. Although the debate with Keene was the most outstanding event, yet it was not the only memory to be treasured. We had T H K CONNING T () E K' 19 3 0 1 15 ninny interesting elnb debates. and who could forget our banquet at the end of tin year. The Forensic members of 1929 are proud to remember these two attainments.—that they carried on the society true to its tradition in a manner affording; the maximum of mutual benefit and enterainment: and that they successfully defended the glory of Plymouth Normal School. MAIMil’KitITE TwoM ItLY. “All those interested in debating ’ the notice read and the numbers that came! The vice-president was quite embarrassed when she opened the first meeting last fall. She wasn't used to such a large and intellectual looking audience. And still they came. Room XII grew too small and Room VII became the meeting place for heated arguments on questions of vital interest to members of the faculty as well as students. Who wouldn't like to know that “College Initiation should not he abolished”—especially since the question was debated just the week before that hilarious event at P. X. S. And wasn’t that debate on the question “Coeducational schools are more beneficial to society than non-coeducational” exciting.' How the faculty laughed especially at the personal remarks on RadclilTo and other well-known non-coeducational colleges. The decision was satisfying, too, for even though P. X. s. is coeducational we hardly know it. Then that night in the dining room: “The following are on the Varsity Debating Team: Eunice Fiske, Bertha Emery, Charlotte Floyd, Mildred Kelley. Bernice Carlton. Ruth .Jones. Dorothy Ephlin. and Leila Nelson.” A pin would have made a real crash in the silence that followed. .Just as a general buzz of congratulation was well started. “On the second team arc: Frances Ephlin. Dorothy Whitelev, Charlotte Baker, Margaret Bedell, Muriel Whiteley. Helen Cushing, Bertha Franklin and Margaret Criflin.” “Isn't that something new?” “Yes.” “Well anyway that’ll give me one more chance to make something, maybe.” The second team is an innovation that lias been enthusiastically received and we hope will continue until it becomes a firmly established custom. “Of course the chance is beneficial.” “Von can't tell me—just look at that paper ’Pa’ Swell gave the alternates. Doesn’t that prove they are awful?' Feeling ran high among the members of the second team who debated the question “The Chain Stores are more detrimental than beneficial.” Perhaps those ardent students who lay the present trend toward the “bowwows to chain stores have steadily refused tin bargain sales at the A P hut it is doubtful. Mr. Swell told some one he was very seldom surprised. At least the members of the debating team know why lie can’t say “never . 116 •‘THE CONNING TOWEK” I 9 3 0 Wouldn’t it have been a calamity if he had refused to believe lunch was •‘served” and had kept on working, while the surprise was ruined. Much to the relief of the cooks, as well as the debaters, he consented to climb the stairs to Room 17. The expression of amazement on his face fully repaid the members who planned the party, .lust the same he “knew there was something up by the way Miss Litchman was smiling” when he couldn’t see anything funny. Oh, b orensic, they’re all too ‘brainy’, what's the fun ill working like that.’ horensic members find jj isn’t all “brain-work”, there are many good times, .lust think of the committee that provided so much to eat for just a dime! Every member was . .... . .. . months au-av. Then ,'h g ' s a|,|,ct,tc f,,r the ba ,|,,,'t eve,‘ l,,lc 11 Bs dents dash to .Man- I lbe obiect of ,|,vious lances ,,s ordmar-v stu‘ “going out!” ' 1 JUst as the bell is ringing. Forensic members are Francks Eciiun. “THE CONNING TOWER 1 9 3 0 117 June Pageant After much hard work ami endless practicing, the chosen cast of Freshmen presented to the Senior Class of 1929 its version of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” The west lawn of Mary Lyon Hall was beautifully transformed into a woodland scene near Athens, by means of an artistic arrangement of shrubbery and a background of evergreen. Due to Oberon’s mischievousness and Puck’s blundcrings. the plot of the play became very complicated, but clever Oberon. after causing much anxiety, succeeded in bringing about the proper climax. Puck and his merry band of gnomes, with their rollicking tricks, added much to the fun and humor of the comedy. Throughout the play were scenes of dignity portrayed by the Duke and the members of his court. Tile artistic dances of the fairies were due to the efforts of Miss liodgdon. The well portrayed character parts were due to the constant rehearsals which were coached by our ever-faithful Mrs. Furlong. The humor elements of the pageant were found in the play within the play in which Pvramus and Thisbe in their comic love scene managed to receive applause from everyone in the audience. The pageant was a great success due to the faithful and constant work of the cast and its coaches. Zilla (Jordon. Dramatic I'krsonak Theseus, duke of Athens Kgeus, father of Hermia ....... 1'hi lost rate, master of revels Lysander, betrothed to Hermia Demetrius, in love with Helena llippolyta. betrothed to Theseus Hermia. in love with Lysander Helena, in love with Demetrius Oberon, king of the fairies Titania, queen of the fairies . . I’nek or Robin Goodfellow Pyramus ......................... Thisbe I.inn Wall Moonshine....................... Zilla Cordon Bernice Cnrleton Pauline Desehenes Klizabeth Chamberlain Mary Holding Mary Howe Doris Dean ... Flora Rollins ... Doris Fortier Frances Wilcomb Dorothea Whitney Verna Tucker Frances Ephlin Natalie Willey Mary Coleman Rosalie Quimby Fairies: Mildred Blodgett, Hilda Cate, Dorothy Kphlin, Charlotte Floyd, Ruth Osgood, Helene Piper, Mary Thompson, Marion Thurston, Virginia Tyler, Muriel Whitr.ey. L ' « Woo Ison. Gnomes: Martha (iranai, Ruth Haire, Phyllis Jackson. Helen Kcndrigan. Marion Page Scene—A wood near Athens Arranged by Mrs. Eva Furlong and Miss Beatrice Hodgdon Violin, Miss Edith Stuart Piano, Miss Gladys McXabb Orchestra under the direction of Miss Doris Newton CHflEUS EU'f ant os simplicity, and warm os ccstacy. COW'PKR. “THE CONNING TOWER” 19 30 121 Russell House “School’s out ”, vibrated Russell, rousing from a short nap. as hurrying feet Hew over his colonial stairway, down the corridor. “It is lucky I can get a few winks during class time or I never could stand such a pace, at my age. But say. you know I like it—yes. love it. There is nothing like youth to keep yon young, and I’m not old when you come right down to it. not in spirit. There is little chance of my becoming so right away either. Sometimes it is hard on one with those new rulings we have, but it is worth it. I guess I can stand a few dashes along my deck.” At that Russell braced himself with a mighty stand. “What would those girls of mine do sometimes at the ’steenth moment when every tick of the clock more than counts, if they couldn't hurry a bit. Don’t they appreciate it though? Xo need to tell any one that they want this new ‘spirit of Plymouth’ to be the heritage of every Normal girl.” “I wonder where everyone is going upstairs. I seem to be dreadfully tin-balanced. Listen! Aha,” chuckled the old fellow, settling back on his foundation, “another of those blankety-blank affairs. A pretty phrase, a pretty phrase. I never fully appreciated the value of socialized study until recently when formal study hour was abandoned. It certainly is a boon and does it work! You would think so to hear them a few hours from now. I never dreamed so much could be accomplished without the use of bells—and the ‘bobbies.’ I never sssh. you can bet on that. I like to hear some signs of life about my house. I know you must be wondering how anything is 122 “THE CONNING TOWER’ 1930 done. Well, well, well. Simple, simple. Such a chattering as will be going on, my walls humming like telephone wires on a country line. More socialized activity of a different sort. Then, thwack, thwack, echoing along my floors. Signals, yes. and no. What do you suppose Phil is going into seclusion for now, is it the latest amendment to the Federal Reserve Act or is it Kant? The rest will never know she has skipped out and some one else will have gone, by the time she is back with her work done. That is how it is done. Nocturnal anti-social streaks and study-ogical urges do the trick. It's a fine idea when both study and recreation can be carried on together under my roof. I am for individual freedom to a large degree myself. They have me all agog most of the time, these young folk. How 1 have to sharpen my wits to keep up with them. Though I do say so, I keep well up to times and enjoy it heartily, that I do. Rut, oh, what gets me, to use a modern slang expression, is when they go around declaring what isn’t is and what is isn't. That’s the final straw,” rumbled Russell leaning heavily on his broad oaken supports. It’s a shame those debaters couldn’t have been on the same side. If my nerves aren’t worn ragged by May Oth, I'll surely be able to last out until dune, then I can recuperate for a while. Disarmament may be a fine thing, but with me I choose the weapons rather than the warring tongues. My, my, what’s this, straightening up with alacrity. Coffee, pop-corn. Those faint aromas bring back memories of days in my youth. Weren't those the days? Don’t let any one breathe to them I whispered this. And those toastwiches make me feel fairly cavernous in spite of my well occupied and satisfied interior. It makes me wish I were other than a house at times like this. You know a house can hold so many secrets. It’s fun to be a house. Billy must be collecting her little troop of executives. Here. I forgot you wouldn’t understand, and I've been talking about this and that's being done. Ah, I must be getting old in spite of myself. I manage my young people now by student council method. They have their own group of councillors with its chief, to see that everything goes on as it should. They meet each week to talk over affairs, dream new dreams, and scheme new schemes for themselves, Alma Mater, and me. They are very thoughtful of me and it makes me feel good. My pride is their pride. What is that ! Of course, my colonial reception room, my only reminder that, once, before being rejuvenated and modernized by all these young folks. I lived in the days of long, long ago. How glad I am that the men were captivated by the colonial spirit when they set about making over that little room to be the beauty spot of my home. The parties and songs I attend here at times may seem incongruous with their setting to you, but to me it means a linking of the present with the past. What a good time they have. I’m willing to sit back by myself just to watch them play games, pop corn in my broad fireplace, sing songs before the blazing fire, and talk and laugh with the abandon of youth. Ho, hum. how sleepy I'm getting. JIow quiet it is to-night. Sometimes T H E C 0 N N I N G T 0 W E R ’ 1 9 3 0 123 I would think everyone were out, my walls and halls are so silent, if I did not know how busily at work everyone is. 1 want no one to think that all my children do is to racket around and have a good time. They save that for play time. I do believe I could drop right off to sleep as I used to in my armchair in days gone by while listening to my favorite songs. “Carry me back to old Virginity,” hummed Russell rousing himself. “There is that soft patter of slippers nearer and nearer my front rooms again when I hear voices mingled with the soft strains of a guitar. Shall I forget the first time 1 heard that? It was the night I had just said goodbye to my other girls and had greeted the new ones. Suddenly these very strains I hear now filled my halls with song, and I heard someone say. ‘I was all ready to go to bed. but when 1 heard that I just had to come up; it made me feel so lonesome staying in my room.’ That was the way I felt—lonesome and— “I must have dropped off to sleep a few minutes, for now it is late, the last song is being sung and I hear the last faint goodnight carry along from room to room. The lights are out and I can detect but darkness and quiet. As Russell settled into peaceful slumber and pleasant dreams he murmured, “It is good to be a dormitory—house. ’ Eunice Fiske. “Uncle Jimmy” Mary Lyon Hall Here we arc! Another group of Mary Lyoners. Yes. wo have spent nearly a whole year in this largo, but lively Freshman Dormitory. Wo have had a small group of upperclassmen here who have sot outstanding examples of conduct for us. The first of the year wo had house meetings every Wednesday evening. If was suggested that we be divided into groups to provide a short program for each meeting from 9:30 P. M. to 9:50 P. M. At first, we looked upon this suggestion as being too much work, but after we saw one or two of these programs put into effect, each one looked forward to Wednesday night. These entertainments ranged from toe dancing to mock weddings. After seeing Helen Reynolds’ realistic performance with Monsieur Chamberlain we think that Helen must have had some practice in back seat driving. Shall we ever forget the very romantic love scene of Nora Roche and Del Babb. The most important event of the year was our Christmas Party, under the direction of Esther Tefft. Each corridor put on a stunt for the program. After the entertainment, whom do you think arrived? Yes. Santa and his dear little son. It is surprising what a cute little boy’s voice some girls can assume. In order to reveal their identity we invited Santa and Son to stay to refreshments. Our only wish is that the following Freshman class will enjoy their party as much as we did ours. “THE C 0NNING T0WER“ 19 3 0 125 We have had many funny experiences in our dorm. H pc ,s 0,11 Mem Book. Wanted: Every little bit added to what you've ?Ot makes just a little bit more. So a penny now and then would help to buy Violet Smith an alarm clock. It would save the wear and tear of her neighbors ami gi e Pete Pearson a break now and then. NOTICE: Hods Hibson and Helen Wells report to the governor the number of Saturday nights they remembered to go on cop duty. Let’s suggest to the town of Plymouth the starting of a mouse trap tac-tory for the private use of Hosalyn Gould. $f 0() Reward. For the scientific method of losing fifty pounds. Notify Viola Haley and Grace Wilson at once. Western 1’nion Telegram Miss Louise O’Brien Normal School Plymouth, N. H. Born twin sisters. Will write later. Mother Who can forget the favored room where Bertha Franklin did the pillow dance? Lately she has had some competition with what Esther lei’ll wiled. “All-of-a-twist.” but which Bertha interpreted as “Chicken Wiggle. Girls, did you know that Polly Beecher has decided to leave the teaching profession and to iron curtains free of charge. Shirley bcrreu is going to wash them for her. Freddy Jeffrey! We hope your picture next June won’t be mistaken tor a faculty member. Marion I).: Where can I find the Gettysburg Speech? Gladys: In that book. I think. Marion 1).: Who wrote it, Longfellow? Latin Student: Who was Mercury? Answer: The stuff they put in thermometers. Latin Student: lie’s a planet. One of our Angels, this year, started to polish her book ends with plastic wood instead of wax. Yes. the angel was Barb Benson. Grace Boodv, another angelic child, shall In awarded a shining gold crown because she never fails to get her next door neighbor up for breakfast. How pathetic if is to hear Dot Whiting singing a solo at 11:00 P. M. to Mary Hammond in an adjoining room. Now we bid farewell to Mary Lyon Hall and sincerely hope that the coining class will have as good a time as we have had. Man ion Emery. 126 “THE CONNING TOWER” 1 9 3 0 Sentinel Read Hall Dormitory Only one winy: of Hall Dormitory has been completed, but under that winy: dwell fifty-seven girls with Mrs. Leatherbury, in one l� iy family, and as is usual in any biy family there are all types, which put together make for contentment and happiness. The individuality of each one is expressed in her room which is decorated to suit her whims and fancies and which expresses comfort and coziness to the visitor. Girls, do you realize the talent wo have here? Stop for a moment with me and consider the celebrities we rub elbows with every day. How many of you know that our matron writes human, appealing stories and poems; that Marion Page and Pauline Desehenes are famous impersonators; that Bunny. Evelyn, and Isabel are marathon hikers; that Vi Nelson and Ella Walker form a cheering squad that’s hard to beat; that 1st floor has good fortune tellers; that our best songsters sing in tin bathtub; that 3rd floor is notorious and is “tolerated but not ignored”; that Hall Dorm cooks are “nonpareil” and use the laundry as a kitchen after 9:00 P. M.; that the cry of 1st floor is “I'm starved”; that we have ten of the Varsity Basketball squad here, also three Varsity debaters; that a code system has been invented by use of the steam pipes in rooms 1 and 10: that Tucker gets her ability through her hero worship of a Dartmouth cheer leader; that there are at least five artists and cartoonists among us; that Beulah, as a salesman of maple sugar is generous with samples; that Mary Grady leads the rest in the matter of “THE CONNING TOWER” 1930 127 spring house cleaning, having done hers in February; that Ella Walker is our reporter; that Flee and Rosemary have refereed several outside basketball games; that Barb is a bridge expert and finds cop duty inconvenient during an exciting card game with the other members of the quartet; that Evelyn and Helen move frequently; that (Sloria taught French in P. II. S. for two or three weeks; many orchestra members live here; and that, in general, most of us have some special ability even if it is only the ability to snore rythmically. Our attractive recreation room has been the scene of many parties throughout the year. Several bridge parties have been held there. One especially, is worthy of note, the Christmas bridge party given by several of the third floor girls. We invited Mrs. Leatherbury, Miss Ilodgdon, and Miss Smith to it. ‘Member the fun we had getting the slacks of nut bread, oatmeal bread and white bread sandwiches ready. Flee? And that lovely angel cake Ruth’s mother made for our party? Oh. Miss Ilodgdon. that cocoa was good even if it did take you hours to make it ! Xelliemae won first prize—lucky girl! And weren’t the gifts appropriate, the hank of hair and specs, the toys, the lollipop, the poetry, etc.? We surely had a fine time, didn’t we? Was that the occasion when Miss Smith got the “booby” prize of a rat and had a grand time chasing Miss Ilodgdon around with it? I guess it was. One night before Christmas the lights went out and twenty or more of 11s gathered in one room and sang carols. It was impressive and a never-to-be-forgotten occasion. Third floor entertained the visiting teams from Xasson and Keene, and from all reports they had a very happy time here. On March 22nd Hall Dormitory gave a tea to the Varsity Basketball .Squad and the Alumnae, which proved to be a huge success. Many of the Alumnae were present as it was the day of the Varsity vs. Alumnae Basketball game. We are looking forward to many more happy times before the end of the semester. Mrs. Leatherbury is planning a box-lunch picnic at Langdon Park for us. and we shall have “our gang” parties as usual. Certainly, this year has been well spent in Ilall Dorm; and we recommend it heartily to all those who will live there next year. Bertha Emery. 328 “THE CONNING TOWER” 1930 S my the House “Forsan cl haec olim meniinisse iuvabil It is a clear- night; everything is quiet; not a murmur in the little white house—the occupants of Smythe are fast asleep and that is the only reason, for during the day the sounds emitting from this dwelling have given us the name of the “noisiest dorm on the campus.” Rut ii is home to us and did you ever see a quiet home? One short year ago there was a mad scramble in the vicinity of the school office as worn-out freshmen breathlessly repeated tin question, “Are all the rooms over at Smythe gone?” There are great moments in every man’s life, but never was there a greater one to fifteen upper-classmen “in embryo” than the moment when Miss Shaw assigned them to rooms in our dormitory. “I? lakes a heap of livin' in a house to make it home —and a big heap of living has been assimilated into the rafters of Smythe. Could walls but speak and divulge their secrets! Whatever became of tin onion and erabmeaf parties?—gone but not forgotten. After having stood each other for a whole year we can now borrow a postage stamp without groveling in the dust; do “monkey business and stand the consequences; play at cards and lose the hearts—but win the clubs! In years to come when we are all women of the outside world, instilling our hard-learned knowledge into the minds and hearts of our youngsters, shan’t we wish that just for a day. or just for an hour, the “kids in the house could be back together again ? “THE CONNING TOWER” 1930 129 Our one big social event was the Christmas party, at which each girl made manifest her various abilities. The little reception room was attractively decorated by Smytlie’s interior decorators (for we have almost every sort of profession and occupation represented here). Everything ended happily with Santa Claus’ departure for his home in Effingham. He surely was the jollies! St. Nick we ever saw. It is with much sincerity that we recommend you freshmen to choose a house instead of a dormitory. 'Pile friendships and camaraderie found therein are well worth the year of homesickness. Ours is the reputation of fun makers and children, but may we always remain children at heart and little “ Peterkins”. We don’t know the favorite song of the other dormitories but ours was “I’m a dreamer, aren’t we all.” IF all songs met with such instantaneous success as that did with us, composers would be Rockefellers. Sometimes we had to take advantage of the “Busy Sign” privilege and it seemed to work. Our favorite poem was “The Skeleton Without Her Armor” though she wasn’t much of a skeleton. We have just seen the wonderful gang spirit shown in the return of our alumnae. Are we going to keep alive our spirit, too? When the salaries start to mount, and the pocketbooks begin to swell— Alumnae—please install a speaking tube between the first floor and the upstairs, and maybe the floor will still stand, and water still fill the tubs; also remember that some curtains and a nice little chair would add much more magnetism to our parlor, and a laundry would eliminate the necessity ot wearing middies to supper. We are sure that these suggestions will be heeded. But the keynote of our good times has been an understanding matron: but for her—many of us would have drowned the city of Plymouth in tears, mourning for our childhood friends in the home town. Elinor Jones- 130 “THE CONNING TOWER” 19 30 The Parsonage Some of ns had been back on campus less than three hours, the night of September 9, 1929, when the regular routine began. ‘Fran’ Ephlin. as high cop. rang the ten o’clock bells promptly and made sure that there was no waste of electricity after that hour. One dark, rainy, October night a car stopped before the Parsonage; a voung man got out and hesitantly approached the front door. One of our girls came tip the walk ahead of the man and she was so flustered by his presence that she shut the door in his face. lie hesitated before ringing the bell. The matron came to the door and the stranger asked, “Is this the Parsonage?” “Yes.” she replied. “Is the minister in?” was his next question. “Wh-a-a-at? No. This is a girls' dormitory. Which minister do you want?” “Oh. it doesn’t make any difference,” said the strange young man. We suggest that Miss Bickford become a .Justice of the Peace to avoid inconvenience in the future. Our Christmas Party was staged in the laundry and the theatre. Our number included several inveterate “movie-goers.” and we did not want tin party to interfere with anyone’s Saturday night pleasure, so we all went to the moving pictures together. After that we gathered in the laundry and received presents, refreshments, and expert instruction in flipping playing cards into an inverted hat. “THE CONNING TOWER” 1930 131 If there lias boon anything lacking to add to vour happiness or for your convenience at 1 . X. S. during the year 1929-11)30 please do not blame the girls of the Parsonage because we have had for loan or hire: One radio in fine condition—usually silent—sometimes emits faint sounds resembling a jazz orchestra—and once in the fall of the year 192!) broadcast a “bog calling contest” so loudly and accurately that everyone in the house was frightened. For details see Miss Bickford. One young lady, who, with Dr. Silver’s aid. has little difficulty entering tightly locked houses. See Aldythe Taylor. One champion light-bulb-breaker; has broken bulbs in the bathtub, into a pan of milk, and on the hall floor, not to mention other less valuable light breaking experiences. Address Miss Mary Willikens. One mathematics tutor—does all types of problems free of charge. If we could save enough pennies we would send her to help Mr. Einstein. Apply to Anna O’Connor. One green candy dish—never empty. See the matron. One (and only one) classical phonograph record -especially useful when .Miss Newton is calling in your house. See Aldythe and Aliene Taylor. One most efficient mail-man.—the longer you take to write your letters and the later she has to take them out at night, the better she likes it. See Alyce Wojciechow.ski. Two skillful acrobats—would have brought the house down if the “high cop” had not informed them that it was shaking from top to bottom and that they were endangering the lives of the inmates. For instruction in boxing and duo-dancing apply to Dorothy and Frances Epldin. A five-piece comb orchestra—proficient in playing everything but lullabies. Composed of Mary Stevens, Claire Croteau, Harriett Harmon, Molly Sullivan, and Helen Kendrigan. IIarkiktt Harmon. 132 “THE CONNING TOWER” 19 30 Perkins IIouse It’s just a little white house. Hut the spirit's like a souk; Ami it makes you thrill with happiness To think that you belong. Mrs. Furlong is our matron: And we love her very well. The happiness that we wish her Is more than tongue ran tell. There's no need to tell you further; Of course you've guessed the name. It is none other than Perkins House Of wide and well known fame. We have many lovely parties In the recreation room: And hour for bed at those times (tomes always far too soon. All up and down the corridors Ts heard the sound of voices, Which rise to shrill crescendoes Midst, other gay, queer noises. It's Marion” this and Kdna” that, And Alice'', won’t you routef Or Muriel” have you any paste? Please, t'arol”, get me some. Perhaps the scene has changed To Saturday night: Please, Kthcl, won't you be quiet So we can sleep to-night? Maybe it ’s a rap upon the door At half a minute past ten: Please, put out your light at once” Or you’re not a good citizen. Down to the laundry we go, For our cooking is done there, And try to decide what we shall have On our delicate” bill of fare. Now who will do the dishes? There are quite a few you know; The sign says, No dishes soaking”, Well, I think I'll have to go. So it's joys and tears and laughter That make our life wortli while; That help us all to be good friends And greet each day with a smile. Our dear little house of memories, And our matron lovely and true, We wish you a world of happiness, As we bid you a fond adieu. Doitotm;a Whitney. K ock House lvloek House has. until this past year, been the residence of the president of Plymouth Normal School. Now. it houses six high-minded voting women of the Sophomore-Senior Class. There were eight girls iu .September and one by one we dwindled to six; then when Doris Fortier went out train in ; we were five. The “ Five-0’Klock House”. From September until Christmas vacation Miss Newton mothered us. Then, a victim of circumstance, she left for Russell House and Miss Hewe.v. the school nurse, took her place. Also with Miss Ilewey came the School infirmary occupying three of the lower floor rooms. We were very sorry to part with .Miss Newton but .Miss ilewey has proved a good substitute and life goes on in an enjoyable way. The “Six-O’Klock House” hopes sincerely that the future occupants will fill our empty places as adequately as possible and that they may catch a few echoes of our very good times. Maky Mokkill. 134 “THE CONNING TOWER” 1 9 3 0 In Money :iiul Banking: Mr. Ernst: “Arc you following us. Miss Kelley? Kelley (Weighed down liy M. B. problem): “I think so. Mr. P'rnst: “Fine! Come in, it isn't very deep. Mr. Ernst: “Miss Davis, you explain it to the class. Dot tie (After several unsuccessful attempts): “Oh, I don't know. Mr. Ernst: “Check. Peg Grothey: “Mr. Ernst, will you please explain that again? Mr. Ernst: “Miss Grothey. you ought to get a new ear so you can keep with us. It takes the Four Year Seniors to get Mr. Ernst going. Why he even played against them in the game when the Facility beat the Four Year Seniors. lie almost broke his neck though; he couldn’t let them heat him. A Few from Kmythe: Zill: “Mow are you getting along with your t.vpewiter, Nora? Nora: “Great! 1 can make twenty mistakes a minute now. Cop at Smyflie: “I've told you twenty times to keep quiet; now don't let me have to tell you a second time. Caroline; “Have yon done your outside studying yet?” Connie: No. It has been too cold. Rube: “You’re worrying about draw- ing that banana. Pete. Pete: “Ya! It'll be rotten before I finish it. Fan (Making out a nature lesson plan): “When do the leaves begin to turn? Hilda: “The night before a test. Mrs. Lcatherbury (seeking information in regard to basketball terms and technicalities): “Miss Hodgdon. I saw you pushing Phil around in the game last night. Isn’t that what you call the personal touch? Miss Hodgdon (gravely): “No, that is called a personal-foul. Dot Fortier (in history class): “Sir Wilfred Grenfell was one of the favnitc lish doctors of Eabrador. When Verna led cheers: Dr. Silver: “1 suppose when Verna was a little girl, her hero was a Dartmouth cheer-leader. Verna: “Now that I am a big girl, he still is. Jennie Valoflf (in answering Miss Bo-zarth’s question. “What do we think of when someone mentions Paris? ): “Styles and divorces! Lois Watson (indistinctly): “Miss Ilewcy. we’re having a St. Patrick's tea this afternoon. Would you like to come? Miss Ilewcy: “A psychopathic, tea! No. I don’t want to go. I’m not feebleminded yet! Lois: “No. it's a St. Patrick’s tea. Miss Hewev: “I’m not so sure now that I’m not feebleminded. The “Se l says that John Fitzgerald is serious only when his picture is being taken, but I think he is serious also when he is thinking of getting married. In Sociology class, he was introducing the subject of marriage by giving us topics and questions to consider before next class. These topics and questions wore comparing marriage with other professions. After he had given ns a long list of topics and questions lie said, “Now. you may think these questions are queer, but you must remember I have thought a great deal on this subject! “THE CONNING T 0WER ’ ’ 1 9 3 0 135 ONK OF OFR (’I.KVKU ('ll APEI, SPEECHES “Bertha! Bertha!! Botha!!!” “Bertha! It's six o’clock!” “Uh. huh.” The next tiling 1 knew I was standing hesiile m.v tray—Standing, vatelling the girls, with neatly combed hair ami wide awake looks coming into the dining-room. The iloor was open only a short time before everyone was in her place. No one was late. I promptly took onlers for oranges. While serving them one very suddenly rolled off the plate and down the table. I quickly recovered it and stepped back in place to wait until the girls were finished. As I looked at the table, the oranges suddenly started to roll off the plates and get into formation of threes in the center of the table! What was happening.' The oranges on the right were going forward and back, and forward, two, three, four! Where had I seen the like before 1 Oh yes! What a time Miss llodg don had teaching me that miner’s step! I could not stand that any longer, so I hurried the oranges out into the serving room. When I returned I saw that the girls were not eating their cereal. At first thought. I suspeeted they were all on a diet as I was, but as 1 looked more carefully I saw----. I had fogotten the tea- spoons! Imagine my embarrassment! After getting some spoons I quickly took orders for hard and soft boiled coffee and everyone laughed. Imagine my embarrassment! When I at last served their coffee and strong and weak eggs. I was ready to collapse, and when they finally left, I was exhausted. Now it was another meal, and I was in the serving room getting my cream and cereal for my tables. When I went to Mr. Fitzgerald’s table to take orders for tea and milk he said. “Miss Franklin, why the cereal? Vou are a whole meal behind!” I answered, “Mr. Fitzgerald, if you have any more seconds I’ll be a whole day behind.” After 1 had served the pie I was called to my other table. Miss Bickford said, “Well, Bertha, perhaps you don’t like cheese, but to me apple pie without cheese is like a kiss without a squeeze.” !m agine my embarrassment! What a relief when the meal was over! Another meal— and having set my table in good form and having taken my order for tea, 1 went into the serving room and left my tables to enjoy their soup. When I returned Miss Bickford was daintily serving the soup with a teaspoon! I had forgotten the soup ladle. 1 put her at ease by coming to the rescue with a ladle. 1 then took orders for peaches. When I put them on the table they were pears! “Well, well Bertha.” said Miss Bickford, “Vou may know your vegetables, but you don’t know your fruit.” .Just then I heard someone talking. What were they saying? I began to hear more distinctly. “Bertha! Bertha!! It’s twenty minutes of seven! “Oh, what a night mare!” Imagine my relief! THE TOW KB SAYS:— That Dr. “I.ammy” certainly has a remarkable memory both in remembering jokes and places where lie puts things in rooms 4 and • . That Tliaida Cruenlcr never missed an opportunity to volunteer for a special report. That wc sit up and take notice when “Bicky” gets mad. That Beryl Shaw will make a sweet, little, old maid. That Marjorie Bennett has learned to smile at I . N. s. That Phil Forbes stutters. That even the faculty is touched when Miss Bozarth puts her hands to her sides, smiles sweetly, and says, “W—ell a—ow. Q—nite r—right!” That it will be sad when Klizalieth Booker and Annie Sen ter find it ncees sary to part. That Opal Knight and Muriel Fissotle attend church regularly. Thai Dot Davis has never got her face mended since she cracked it. That Mr. Skelton likes to dance the Virginia Reel. That Mildred Fellows is stepping out, ----where ? That Mary Brady makes a good Miss Duggan. That Peg Orothey is always worrying about overdoing but never about over studying. That Vera Harvey and Mildred Blodgett dance charmingly together. That it is sort of discouraging when you carefully draw and paint something and pass it Jo Miss Mcl.enn and receive this reply, “Now, this is interesting.— very lovely—but what is it?” That Mary Morrill had better he careful whose man she likes. That Mildred Kelley is growing old, (gathering from her pictures, etc.) 136 ‘ ‘ THECONNIN G T 0WER” I 9 3 0 That Ruth Osgood has a good system for studying late at night and early in the morning. What about in between times, Ruth? That Robbie Stevens likes Teddy Bears. That Mr. Fitzgerald must be writing his book. That is probably why we don’t see him in the gym lately. You know he said every professor ought to write a book. That Helen I’helps and Evelyn Rohnert have had a hard time this year getting settled. They found it hard to sleep nights with police whistles on their fingers and clubs under their pillows, etc. That Rosalie Quimby ought to hire a room in the police station in the town where she teaches. Rosie hears noises. That Alice Wojciechowski had bettor take care of our Jessie Gilbert next summer. That Mrs. Furlong should have enough assistants to make her life a joy in Plymouth Normal School. That Dr. Silver ought to hire Miss Bickford to teach dancing lessons. Viola: “My clock stopped last night at half-past two.” Klin: ‘‘How do you know, did you wake up and look at it.”’ Yal: “Who gave you your black eye?” Ruby: “Gave it to me-I had to tight for it.” Marguerite Twombly: “I thought you said your room was spotless.” Lillian Groux: “It is----- not a clean spot in it.” Please Kilter Our Order For: New one act plays to be written for our dramatic club. One electric vibrator to shake the pupils at the training school. One bottle of slikum for Pa Swett’s hair. One pair of rubber heels for Miss I.itch-man and a mufllcr for her typewriter. One new pipe for Dr. Silver. Kighteen pairs of roller skates so the Russell House inmates may get to break fast on time. One cafeteria in Livermore for Dr. Lamson’s and Mr. Swett’s benefit. St. Peter: “Who’s there?” Voice Without: “It is I.” Peter (peeved): “Get outa here: we don’t want any more school teachers.” ABIK PINCKLKSTKIN SHOOKl HAND SHOP Peg Grothey and Mildred Kelley bequeath their Moccasins to whomsoever they may tit provided they are worn on appropriate occasions. (Phil Forties wants to keep hers.) Caroline Nelson donates her sense of humor, with JO days notice, to lie used in next year’s chapel speeches; provided it’s returned to her. Dot Fortier leaves her “calm ami collected” disposition to the under-classmen. (They’ll need it!) The titinn haired lassies of the Senior class—namely Helen Kendrigan and Vera Gordon leave their bright tresses as an everlasting illumination for the tunnel to guide wayward students on their way to classes. The “Dirty Dozen” bequeath their reputation to anyone having shoulders broad enough to bear the burden. Pauline Deschenes gives her detective ability to some lonely roommate. Hdith Parker bequeaths her executive ability to future cadets. Ruth lla ire anil Lucy Marsters bequeath their ability to amuse the students and faculty to anyone who can qualify for the position. Helen Wilson leaves her sisterly responsibility for the under-classmen, to anyone who feels the urge. Barbara Stevens leaves her hearty laughter to homesick freshmen. Blanche Dufault leaves her crepe rubber soldi shoes to Professor Blood to be worn for the good of Russell House. (Insurance companies please note.) Mr. Lawrence: “We just got a tele- gram from our Louise.” Mrs. I.awein-e: “I suppose she’s been expelled from school.” Mr. I..: “No. she wires that she had a dance with Phil Forbes in the gym.” Toodie: “What batted you up so?” Piper: “I started through a revolving door and then changed my mind.” Toodie: “Does the new one work any better?” Miss Bickford: “There’s nothing against the inferiority complex, except that it doesn’t affect the right people.” “Every bone in my body aches.” grumbled Peg Grothey after the Senior Faculty game. “Then you ought to be glad you are not a herring.” responded Kcl. Photography in this book by J. E. PURDY COMPANY College and School Year Book Work Solicited 160 Tremont St. Boston, Mass. Printing . . . Com pi-intents of Complete Equipment for handling Book, Catalog and all kinds of Commercial Printing. New Hampshire Photo-Engraving Co., Inc. We specialize in School Work. This Year Book was printed in our plant. % Sr LEW A. CUMMINGS CO. Manchester, N. H. 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