South High School - Index Yearbook (Worcester, MA)

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THE PI-IILGMATHEA. To many of the girls ofthe school the work ofthe Philomathea Society does not appeal. Perhaps it is because of its similarity to school work. But the members ofthe club derive great benefits from it. They acquire self- command through speaking before the society and from the platformg they learn to think logically while standing before an audience which is in part gained from the extemporaneous talks and in part from the debates. The standard of the club has been raised considerably this year, and in consequence, the general tone of the club is much better. On April twenty-fourth the Philomathea and the Congress Societies presented a play, The Rice Puddingf' Those of us who were in the play realize the sacrifice it meant to Miss Corey in giving her time and her strength to coach us. lt was due in great part to her that the play was a success. CLARA E. STEELE 71

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MUSICAL ORGANIZATIONS The ninth May Musical, held May 15, was considered the best ever given by the Musical Organizations, under the direction of Miss Woodman. The 'lWorcester High School Orchestra now numbers thirty- four members, the largest membership in its history. It completes the ninth year of its career with an enviable record. During these nine years one hundred and live pupils have been enrolled as mem- bers, many whom are now professionals. Many tributes have been received of the great help the drill secured in the High School Orchestra has been from a practical as well as a musical standpoint. The musical ability acquired is enabling former members to hold their own better in the outside world. The standard ofthe music has improved greatly. The orchestra now owns a base viol, anvils and a set of chimes. This year a French horn was secured, making the orchestral instru- ments complete. The talent developed has been of a high order, and the spirit ofthe orchestra has been helpful and democratic. The Chorus and Glee Clubs have been enthusiastic, The Boys' Glee Club has been specially fine this year. An unusual number of good tenors have providentially appeared. The Chorus and Glee Clubs together with the orchestra have given nine May Musicals and four Matinees. That the ninth and latest Musical was of superior merit. shows the perseverance and progressive spirit of the organizations. Another ensembled picture ofthe orchestra has been presented to the school and with the former gifts, Guido's t'Aurora and Ortrello -help to decorate the rooms. The Seniors have helped, perhaps more than any cla-s, to make the year musically a success. T3