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

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Us xx xxxxx KRW ND A RN is fx' fx, 20 ff ij' MR. RICHARD CZERWONKY On February tenth, we had a rare musical treat in the program given by Mr. Richard Czerwonky, violinist of world-wide renown. Mr. Czerwonky is one of the foremost living violinists, one who can bear comparison with any of the celebrities of the day. Mr. Czerwonky's explanations of his numbers were very simple, being that of classroom style. He gave the Handel A Major Sonata and the Mendelssohn E Minor, the same conscientious readings as would be heard in Carnegie Hall, packed to the very doors, with the musical elite of the metropolis. ln other words one minute Mr. Czerwonky was a students' lecturer, the next minute4presto-a concert violinist giving his all. A Czerwonky composition, Air de Ballet. a light dance tune with an indelible melody and a happy surprise at the end, proved to be the feature of the evening. He was called to repeat the air as an encore. Romance, Memories, Humor- esquef' a waltz and a minuet were the other selections from his own pen. Miss Ellen Munson furnished exactly the accompaniment worthy of a Lfzera wouky. In all, the recital was one that will linger in our memory for many a day. THE GIRLS n .in one-ac comecv eni et 'He iirs' was mresen ec iv e 'om- A amus t lv ttl l All C l' 1 t ll- th Q mercial H class, on February eighth. A petty grievance cherished by Mrs. Louisa Hollingsworth and Mrs. Mattie Pettis since early school girl days is brought to light in a very amusing fashion. VVe enjoyed every bit of the show and discovered that the Commercial girls are proficient in more than shorthand and typewriting. Sfwnty-Six

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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

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ft., l SPRING FROLIC A talented group chosen from the Freshmen and Sophomores presented a Spring Frolic for the benefit of Dominicus, on May third, 1927. Dances of varied types constituted the program. The introductory one was a fancy solo dance in which sparkling rhinestone heels and a pretty ostrich fan were displayed with exceptional gracefulness. Next came tambourines and a unique Spanish dance. The balloon dance, the jig, and the weaving dance were also displayed with great grace. Last, and least in height but not in dancing skill, were three little girls dressed in pink, orchid and yellow, who blithefully skipped their nay into the hearts of the audience. by means of a Hower dance. An impromptu vocal number, Spring Has Come, and the recitation of Joyce Kilmer's Trees, called forth hearty applause. VVe hope the little girl who sang 'Tm Lostedu will get lost again sometime soon. and tell us all about it. The lfreshies and Sophs are good friends, for they told us so in their final number. The Frolic was a huge success. Thanks to all the participants, who were ably trained by the untiring efforts of Sister Nicolena. FRESHIES' DANCE Springheld Syncopaters? VVho are they? Never mind, you'll Find out to- night at our hop. This was all the satisfaction we could obtain from the Freshmen with regard to their orchestra. On the eve of May fifth, we made our way to the auditorium, and lol said Syncopaters were none other than a group of our own select talent. Piano. drums, banjo, cornet. violins and flute, accompanied by rhythmical clapping, brought forth the snappiest of melodies. Eat, drink, and he merry proved to be the evening's slogan. And who could resist falling into the spirit of things with such sandwiches, such lemonade, and such an orchestra? i THEY DO SAY On VVednesday afternoon, April twentysseventh, the Sophomores broke the monotony of daily routine hy presenting a short comedy, ftThey Do Say. Three numbers, consisting of two songs by a chorus. an attractive reading, and a piano selection, preceded the comedy. Our verdict on the play was that the Sophs possess unlimited dramatic ability and a surplus of hyperbole XYe've decided to give up gossiping save on state occasions. Seventy-Seven