Rome Free Academy - De O Wain Sta Yearbook (Rome, NY)

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24 Class of 1902. Harold Wardwell, Mildred Brainerd, Evelyn Knapp, President Vice President Secretary John Jones, - - - Treasurer Class Motto, “Vivre voir et valoir.” Class Flower, Marguerite. Class Colors, Green and White. Yells Re! Ri! Ro! Class Ra! Ring Ching Chang! Naughty two! Naughty two! Zip! boom ! bang ! Coax! Coax! Coax ! Hoo Rah! Hoo Rah! Naughty two! Naughty two! Rackety-cax ! Rackety-cax ! Coax! Rah! Rah! Rah! Class History. In union there is strength. The class of 1902 fully exemplifies the truth of these words. Never, perhaps, in the history of the Rome High School hasa class possessed of a more fraternal feel- ing been within its walls. Four short years ago, in 1898, we left the protecting care of the Grammar School for the broader field of. academic work. The intervening years have been both happy and profitable, arid in them we have learned to appreciate more fully than ever the valuable opportunities offered by the public schools. In January of 1902 the death of our beloved Miss Susan Evans, under whom we began the study of science, cast a | before THE SENIOR ANNUAL, gloom over the entire school. Miss Evans was with us but one short year, but her faithful work and gentle pres- ence endeared her to the most thought- less. Her task is finished, but who can estimate the influence of her helpful words and earnest work. We first entered upon our academic Sink’s Opera At the new building in studies in House. that process of erection but it was not com- time was pleted. Mr. Hood was our principal | and his efforts were ably seconded by Miss Beers, Miss Capron, Mr. George, Miss Miss Miss Capron resigned in Jan- Miss Higham, Haag and Evans. uary and Miss Packard took her place. The next year we were glad to take up our quarters in the New High School building, which had just been erected. Miss Packard was then succeeded by Miss Sutton, Miss Evans by Miss Beard, Miss Haag by Miss Hoag, and later by Miss Sparks, and Mr. George by Miss Thalman. The next year Mr. Hood was elected superintendent of schools and Mr. F. M. Wilson This, year only one change was made succeeded him as principal. in the teaching force. The resignation of Mr. Wilson in order to enter the min- istry, resulted in the choice of Mr. H. W. Harris, whose efficient work during the past year is a testimonial of the good judgment displayed by the teach- ers’ committee. Last September at our first regular class meeting we elected the following | officers: President, Mr. Harold Wardwell. Vice President,Miss Mildred Brainerd. Treasurer, Mr. John Thomas Jones. Secretary, Miss Evelyn Knapp. It has been customary for each class to give a Senior sleighride, but if there

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Tae SENIOR ANNUAL. Be not jealous young man. If you have this tendency, seek to overcome it or some thoughtless (?) maiden will cause you many unhappy moments. Certainly Jennie, it is best and proper for a young man to drive when there are but two in the carriage. However it is not good form to go driving alone with a young man. You should take a girl friend with you. You are quite young Abby, so have patience. Your freckles will gradually disappear if you shield your face from direct sunlight and wear a veil of a green shade that inclines to yellow. Cora—We advise you to wait a few the stenographer will meet with some good years longer. Perhaps young fortune, or be taken into partnership with large firm. Such things very often happen. You ask what a flirt is Mabel Wilson? From the way your letter reads and from the number of persons some us you mention, we should say that you possess many of the necessary char- acteristics. Yes, Christine, we understand that the sudden appearance of a Cornell student will all notice of the unsightly paint spots from your gown. remove Wanted to Know. When Norma West will stop growing? When Bess Cowles will keep still an hour? When Betty Searles will be serious? When Ralph Merritt will stop acting silly? When Natalie Jones will grow old? When Jesse Bartlett’s shoes will grow old? When Millie Hower will walk quietly into the room ? 23 What Stuart Knight’s favorite color is? Brown? If all the old girls will take a post- | graduate course in science next year? Why Mabelle White Harold ' Wardwell smile at each other when we sing “Sweet and Low,” and why Mil- and | dred Brainerd is always able to help some? If Mary's lamb is always Whyte? For Sale—Fancy stocks, ribbons and neckwear.- For Sale—Hair tonics, toothpowder.—Stuart Mills. powders Jennie May Evans. and lotions Sale— Rouges, and Beatrix Burton. For complexion washes. For Sale—A Jewel of great value.— Apply to Leo White. Miss Sutton—‘‘Miss Lobdell, can you come into the other division ?” Miss Lobdell— Yes. For two days of the week.” Miss Sutton— Well, that relief for two days.” will be a Mr. Harris and his Algebra Class. Franklin Ethridge getting a little ex- cited over the result of an example.

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THE SENIOR ANNUAL. is one thing upon which we pride our- | selves it is originality. Conseq uently, we decided to give an informal recep- tion and dance at Clarke Memorial Hall. occurred on the eve- The affair, which ning of April second, was most enjoya- ble and will doubtless be remembered with pleasure by all who were present. It, perhaps, is needless to assure you of the fact that we are at once the most brilliant, the most clever and the most wonderiul class ever yet graduated from the Rome High School. It is our firm intention to with unusual liancy in the alumni firmament. Malt RoSE McCORMAC. shine bril- The Event of the Year. Departing from the custom of pre- vious classes, embracing straw rides and suppers at country hotels, the class of 1902 turned their attention to the banquet hall where, in company with chosen guests, they might establish the true social position of their class. Therefore, on Wednesday evening, April 2, 1902, they gave a reception and dance in Clarke Memorial Hall, each member inviting three friends. The executive committee, consisting of Miss Elizabeth Searles, Miss Mildred J. Brainerd and Mr. Harold Wardwell, together with Miss Thalman and Miss Beers of the High School faculty, re- ceived the guests. The artistic decorations of the assem- bly room were attractive beyond de- scription. The walls were draped with red and white bunting, while here and there about the room, potted plants and palms added to the pleasing effect. On every hand the class colors of green and white caught the eye. Enticing | cozy corners. were fitted up—one, in | 25 imitation of the class pin, diamond shaped, with the figures 1902 in a green field. Banners of the various colleges denoted that their representatives, who were also Rome High School graduates, were present. Cornell was most prom- inent. Others Yale, Hamilton, Columbia, Hotchkiss, Buffalo University and the Lady Jane Gray school. were Princeton, The pleasing scene presented would have lost most of its charm had it not been for the grace and beauty of the fair maidens and the manly bearing of the gallant youths. Ping crokinole and various other games claimed the attention of many. At the same time, Terpsichore engaged her votaries in the enchanting pong, two-step. Refreshments were informally served at the pleasure of the guests. Late in the evening, the grand march, led by Miss Becker, very prettily carried out. Eva was The ever-pleasing Tommy Tucker, led by the dignified president of the class, gave the desired opportunity to dance with the other This dance ended each one to fellow’s best girl. the evening's festivities. Among the guests present were the following graduates of the High School: Daniel W. Wardwell, Hamilton College; Arthur Wardwell, Harold and Edward L. Stevens, Cornell; Alfred Ethridge, Hotchkiss School, Lakeville, Conn.; Ruth Ethridge, Bruley’s School, New York; Harriet White, Blossvale. Other guests were Misses Mabelle White of Blossvale, Eloise Comstock, Riverside School, New York; Spencer Pratt and Willard Soper, Verona, students at Hamilton College.