Sacred Heart Griffin High School - Dominicus Yearbook (Springfield, IL)

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1.1.11- D ' A A ' WI? CHRISTMAS PARTY Un December twenty-second, there were mysterious goings-on in Refectory and Kitchen. Doors were closed and locked and orders given to keep out. A sign on the bulletin board announced dinner at six. All the Senior day pupils were invited to dine with the boarders of S. H. A. Punctually at six o'clock, everyone in Sunday best assembled in the main corridor. Ranks were formed and the Grand March began. The Refectory doors xx ere thrown wide, and lo! whatlglory met our gaze. Tables, set for four, each bearing a single lighted Christmas taper, were placed in a semicircle about the dining room. The soft glow of the candles and the lights in the center and the crib to the left were the illumination. A most delicious three-course dinner was served by the Faculty. Poinsettias were given as favors. At the close of the dinner, jingle bells were heard, and Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus, Pernice Doolin Zillfl Naomi Gorey, made their appearance. Santa called the father and mother of the Freshies, Elizabeth Ettelbrick and Alvenia Devlin, to render an account of the behavior of their charges. Santa decided they were unworthy of gifts. Mary Phillips, posing as the guardian of the Sophomores, gave her account. lt, too, was very unfavorable. A terrible rumpusl And then a little girl, Bernice Doyle, came crying pitifully, I wanna see Santa, and they won't let me. She told Santa all about the naughty juniors. He woefully shook his head again, Seems like no presents here. Then Ruth Allison appeared on the scene to render an account of the illustrious Seniors. At the close of the enumeration of their virtues, Santa proclaimed that the abundant merits of the Seniors made up the deficit of the other classes, and gave everybody gifts. The Freshies received Bi-Lo Babies tied with green ribbons, the Sophs, bull dogs, the juniors, mechanical toys, the Seniors, little traveling bags and purses, a sad reminder of their departure at Commencement. Ruth Feely's reading, 'tThe First Christmas Night,' was beautiful and ably done. Next a humorous reading, 'Twas the Night After Christmas, by Mary Dineen, gave us all a laugh. Nothing puts one into the spirit of things like singing, and I'm sure everybody knew we had caught the Christmas spirit when they heard us all sing Adeste Fidelisu and USilent Night. When we had sung That's VVhy VVe Thank You to the melody of That's Why I Love You, we repaired to the recreation room, where we danced to our hearts' content. VVe retired, jubilant and happy, and radiating with the holiday spirit. MR. WILLIAM DONOVAN Un XVednesday, February twe11ty-third, we had the pleasure of hearing Mr. 'XVilliam Donovan, noted pianist. In a most interesting program., ranging from Coupcrin and Bach to Debussy and Dohnanyi, Mr. Donovan brought out his marked musical ability and a scholarly understanding of the numbers he rendered. Impromptu lf Sharp Major brought forth a wealth of applause. RECITAL Miss Clara Graham. one of our Seniors, appeared in a recital Thursday after- noon, March third. Clara possesses an astonishing technique, finished style and an individuality and charm all her own, which have won her decided recognition in the c1ty's musical center. The Bird Song and l'he Japanese Etude were exceptionally applauded. Sefventy-Four

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-.1 e JN' 4? ' Q will fu HALLOWE'EN PARTY Black witches and white ghosts, all widths and lengths, graced the posters which were spread far and wide in the corridors, telling that the Seniors would stage the Annual Halloween party, XVednesday evening, October twenty-seventh. VVith this gala eve11t came the blackest of nights, Ghosts and Demons of the wierdest sort, and unique creatures costumed in orange and black lurked in every corner. A few lighted pumpkin heads, the only illumination, deepened the atmosphere. VVhen it was at last time for the opening of the celebration, a bell called all towards the auditorium. At the door, the ghostliest of ghosts acted in the capacity of reception committee. A ghost story. told in a quivering voice, served to intensify the spectral spirit. Finally. the long-waited-for grand march arrived. Naomi Gorey and Catherine XYhite, garbed as Mr. and Mrs. Pioneer of '76, carried away the prize for the best masked couple. The prize for the funniest togs in the assemblage was justly awarded to liernadine Gorey and Helen Fogarty, dressed as all old couple, with the funniest of faces and clothes of extreme bagginess, a sight to behold. Though somewhat weary-eyed after such a night of gayety, everybody was able to see- tnhe sandwiehes,Icandy,4and delicious cider and to make way with them with a rapidity that spoke tor itself. MISS ELSIE ALEXANDER Miss Elsie Alexander, an English pianist of unusual ability, appeared in a recital Monday, lleceniber sixth. Miss Alexander is to be classified not only as a romantic interpreter of the piano literature, but also as a brilliant, forceful player. She has a niasterly command of the instrument, combined with simplicity and elegance of style, She is one of the most individualistic pianists of the generation. Chopiifs Etucle,'l of a war-like dashing type, was worthy of the hearty applause accorded by the audience. XYe felt extremely honored in being Bliss .-Xlexander's audience, and sincerely l.ope she will return. Sefvfnty- Thru'

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f s l I , . fx' I -X ' fix A 'Q 5 f 4 -f L1 i f Ye. ., T Wi? VALENTINE PARTY Scurrying footsteps here and there! Muftled giggles and knowing nods! The Seniors were up to something again. At noon two of them appeared, armed with boxes, liainmers, nails and thumb-tacks. Three more followed with gay red and white paper. By assembly time, the corridor was graced by an inviting little booth tx here everyone had the privilege of buying a ticket to the Valentine l'arty. By seven-thirty Monday evening, S. H. A. was an enchanted vale. Unseen fairies must have been peeping around corners taking notes so that they might go home and make the real fairyland more attractive. After the Grand March, Annette Pritchett was chosen Queen of Hearts, led to the throne and crowned. Then the postman appeared, loaded down with parcels-large ones. small ones, stuffed ones, Hat ones. Everybody received a generous assortment. When the music began again, a strange new visitor entered. Vvlio could it be? The Black Knight of Ivanhoe come to life again, or the Red Death garbed in a somber robe? But no! It stirs, it starts, it moves, it speaks. XVould you care to dance? Miss Miller's voice crumbles our castles and dispels the mystery. The favor dance, a balloon frolic, was perhaps the prettiest feature of the eve- ning, but even the refreshments, heart-bedecked ice' cream and dainty little cakes, were a feast for the eye, The Home, Sweet Home waltz pricked our enchanted bubble much too soon. THE LAUGHING CURE On St. Patrickls Day, the Seniors restored everybody to permanent health with The Laughing Cure. Dr. St. George Carey, a physician of the modern school, cures Mrs. Laura Hanson, the invalid wife of Clarke Hanson, of a disease of blues by teaching her how to laugh. Her younger brother, who thoroughly understands her case, helps to see that she gets her dose- One laugh every thirty minutes. Mrs. Perry, Hof the Auntie lioleful School. puts the family and audience into an uproar when she predicts Mrs. Hanson's early death. Until the very last she thinks that the family has gone crazy. Doctor Carey finally persuades her that Life is a joke. Norah, the maid, who thoroughly enjoys the whole affair, and the blarney Jimmie, add to the pep of the play. Jimmie at last wins Kitty, his long-hoped for, and Doctor Carey persuades Gay that he can make her happy. Doctor Vtfhiteomb invites Mrs.,Perry to the Hlight fantastic and the family laughs ever after. The play, given for the benefit of lJominicus, was ntost enjoyable, each char- acter out-doing the previous one in portrayal and spirit. The following was the cast of characters: Dr. St. George Carey, a modern inventor, who turns the trick ........,. .. ...... Frances Fox jimmie Nason, Mrs. Hanson's brother, who knows his sister ..... Bernice Doyle Doctor XYl1itCO1UlJ, a physician of the old school ...... ........,,....,..,,...., . .,.........,.. . . ..,,. .. ......... Ruth lfeely Clarke Hanson, a man of business, useful but not important ......... Margaret Monaghan I.aura Hanson, his wife, with no sense of hunioi '............. .................,..,.,,,,......,. . ..Clara Graham Gay Hanson, his sister. who lives up to her namt i..... ....,.,, .,..,,... . ,.....,.. I i ilia Eadie Kitty Clyde, his stenographer, who has an eye for Jimmie .....,.. ,. ...... ..,.. ......... I . ouise lfust Mary Ellen Perry, a neighbor .................................,, .............. .............. ,....... . . ....... I 1 llizabeth Ettelbrick Norah, the maid, who catches the fever..... . ..... .. ...Mary Phillips Seventy-Fifve