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

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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

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NW 'l- fs-Q-LN .L f ' W CLASS DAY l.et it be written in the epitaph of Class '27, They were on time-once. The time was six-thirty in the morning: the place, the main corridor: the destination, Starved Rock: the means to the end, an honest-to-goodness bus: and the noise-- well the noise was abundant, 'fGirls, it's here. lt is beautiful. Aren't you thrilled? -and it was the most wonderful bus you could ever imagine. There were small wicker chairs with leather cushioned seats, dainty pink and white cur- tains on the windows, and plenty of room. The Juniors had decorated it with the cleverest posters and most untimely admonitions. The D-O-N-T-S stayed our feet from many embarrassing pitfalls. VVe followed all the advice-almost. The long journey was made in about four and a half hours, but to us it seemed much less time. There were songs, jokes, and fun galore. There were interesting card games of Old Maidf' which confirmed our suspicion that Ruth Allison and Frances Midden are to enter into the state of single blessedness. All Starved Rock must have known we were coming, for there were two bell- hops for every parcel. XVith grips, suit-cases, hat-bags, bell-hops and all, we made a triumphant entry into the hotel that gave us a taste of what it means to be royalty. There was a room for every two girls, and we immediately took possession. ,-Xt two o'clock we started on a boat excursion to Horse Shoe Canyon. XVe went slowly so that we got a good view of Starved Rock, Eagle Canyon, and The Pulpit. Upon arriving, we struggled through mud and over rocks. and arrived at a beautiful canyon. ln fact, so intense was the beauty that Kay Rach- ford, Frances Fox, and Fustie, quite overcome, Hung themselves into the Horse Shoe Falls. Six o'elock found twenty-four famished sight-seers in the neat dining room of the hotel enjoying a three-course dinner of delectable food. After that, greatly refreshed, we made our way to l.aSalle to see a movie. The Better Ole, a painful surprise, effected a hasty retreat and brought us back to a cleverly decorated dance hall and a good orchestra. At eleven-thirty each girl sought her roommate and v. ent to bed to dream the dreams of the peaceful. The next morning at nine o'clock breakfast was served and the crowd separated. The bus took some to 'tDeer Park and the rest of us went to 'llirench t anyon. T he entrance to which was made through a steep roek ravine, covered and draped with lace fern and clinging trees. Here four human flies made an excursion around Starved Rock that nearly ended in a catastrophe. The rain made it necessary for us to leave earlier than we had expected. VVe said our 'Tiood-bves to Starved Rock and by four oiclock the bus was home- ward bound. The journey was nearly a boat ride, but confidence in the driver dispelled our fears, and we found a new thrill in the danger. VVe stopped in Lincoln, ate lunch and saw Michael Strogoffufthen, straight to Springfield, where our Faculty and Juniors gave a hearty XVelcome home. After iced lemonade and wafers, twenty-four tired children went to bed, very happy and very grateful for their fun. lVe wish to express our gratitude to the liaculty for making our wonderful time a possibility, to Miss Miller for being the best chaperone we could possibly have had, and to theJu111ors tor sparing no pains in making our Class Day a huge success. Se-venty Nine