Southern Junior High School - Bell Yearbook (Somerville, MA)

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GRADUATION NUMBER o o o o o o o o o o o 0 0 11 Miss CONNER, Teacher. Section DORIS KING, Prophet. 1 First Row: Robert Otto, Phyllis Lavelli, Elizabeth Kirkland, Mary Holden, Elizabeth Ames, Miss Conner, Ethel Nalman, Mary McQueston, Sylvia hV9lSlllRI'l, Eunice Felton. Second Row: Anthony Shanahan, Joseph Baldi,XVillia1n Mcliitchie, Francis Hanlon, Edward Nielson, Walter O'Br1en, John Riley, Frank Powers, Henry Vroom, Anthony Catanzano, Albert Edelstein. Third Row: Roger Drake, Doris King, Tillie Nissenbaum, Constance Matthews, Marion Flynn, Rose DiMilla, Doris MacArthur, Jeannette Loring, Rita Burns, Rose Hamwey. FourthRow: Clifford .Hubbell, Edward Giordani, Thomas Hobbs, Charles Ranaghan, David Fishlin, Paul Niles, Armando Pedronl, Stanley Letasz, Albert De Brase, XVilliam McDonald. Class Prophecy of III-2 Time marches on: 1945! The Waldorf Astoria is crowded, as we say goodbye to old earth, with an excited party. Everyone from re- porters to social satellites, opera stars, actors, and actresses, is con- gratulating the Zephyr's pilot, Frank Powers, and wishing him and his crew of Shanahan, Hanlon, co-pilots, Vroom, steward, and Elizabeth Ames and the writer, air-stewardesses, the best of luck in our fifth annual skyride to distant Mars. Jeannette Loring, Elizabeth Kirkland, and Winchell have just telephoned their stories to their papers, and Charles Ranaghan is an- nouncing our departure to the Eng- lish speaking planets, which are tuned in. Marion Flynn's interplanetary famous band has just struck up a farewell tune with Joseph Baldi, the Bing Crosby of 1945, vocalizing. There goes the warning rocket! She's starting up, and we are now mounting' speedily. We land in Mars just at midnight on Albert Edelstein's dairy farm. Thomas Hobbs, Mars' marathon cham- pion, races to town with the news of our arrival. Before we have a chance to collect our baggage, or even our thoughts, we hear a familiar voice, which has now turned basso, shout Taxi We turn to find Albert De Brase at the door of a strange contraption, with the name Marsford glittering on its side. While waiting for transportation, William McRitchie, dairy-farmer, and next door neighbor of Albert Edel- stein, entertains us royally with his television set. Here we see the Town Hall with Edward Neilson conducting his regular amateur show. Among the group of budding young artists, we recognize Rita Burns and An- thony Catanzano, songsters, and Rose Hamwey, who has just gone into her dance, is receiving a tremendous ova- tion. Roger Drake's Marsters conclude with the Giordanian March, named after this planet's most illus- trious scientist, Edward Giordani. A siren outside informs us that our electric-auto is ready, and, with Walter O'Brien pressing a button, we speed oi at 5001 miles an hour. Our special consort, John Riley, of the Mars Police Force, directs us to the villa of Paul Niles, mayor of Mars, who is in private conference with King Stanley Letasz of Neptune. Their private secretaries, Rose Di- Milla and Doris McArthur, greet us, as David Fishlin, caretaker of the building, ushers us into the recep- tion room, on the wall of which hang pictures of Sylvia Weisman and Con- stance Matthews, athletes extraordi- nary. In another corner of the spacious room we see a picture of the Dizzy Dean of Mars, Robert COltoJ Otto, also many magnificent portraits by the famed artist, Ar- mando Pedroni. The conference is broken up as soon as our arrival is announced, and soon we are the guests of His Majesty of the Olde CoH'ee Shoppe, William Mc- Donald, proprietor. Here, Tillie Nissenbaum entertains us by her clever treatise on Scien- QContinued on Page 321 Zi

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10 0 THE SOUTHERN BELL Miss Small Presents Colorful Greek Pageant N May 28, members of the World Friendship Club and the Art Club gave in the school auditorium a presentation of tales and adventures from ancient Greece which was certainly a novelty enjoyed by all. , The World Friendship Club directed by Miss Mann has studied Greece this year at the suggestion of Mr. Bingham, chairman of the Interna- tional Relations Committee of the Somerville Rotary Club, which had selected Greece for their study this year. The pageant opened as the presi- dent of the World Friendship Club appealed to Father Time to turn back his Book of Years to the days of Ancient Greece in order that South- ern boys and girls might see for one short hour something .of life among gods and heroes on Olympus in the mythical days of old. Father Time called his messenger, Hermes, and commanded him to summon the gods to come forth. As the gods assembled, Clio, muse of history, announced them as they appeared for council. Among them we saw Zeus, Hera, Apollo, Artemis, Aphrodite, and others robed in the colorful costumes which were dyed, designed and made by Miss Small, di- rector of the Art Club. Miss Small wrote the pageant, and has given much time to the making of the large amount of equipment and decoration needed in the production. While the gods were in council, Apollo, god of beauty and music, played on his lyre, and Pan, the piper for King Midas, played a lively tune on his pipes. The gods were asked to judge the musicians and all except Midas voted for Apollo. He haughtily left the assembly, but soon returned with a pair of donkey's ears which he placed on the head of Midas, greatly to the amusement of the gods. Ganymede, cup-bearer of Zeus, presented a cup of wine to the father of all the gods, which he drank with relish. During the council, the or- chestra played the graceful, dignified Pomp and Circumstancef' One of the most beautiful and im- pressive presentations was where the sculptor Pygmalion became so enrap- tured with his statue of Galatea that she came to life. Victor Herbert's Sweet Mystery of Life seemed to voice the sculptor's feelings perfectly. Niobe was well represented as she pleaded for the life of her remaining daughter after thirteen other children had been put to death by jealous gods. Grieg's music, The Death of Asa, helped us to feel her grief. When Pandora and Epimetheus en- tered their new home, Schubert's Serenade seemed to 'sing their hap- piness. But when Pandora's curiosity made her open the box, and all the troubles escaped, we heard their hum- ming as the violin and piano played Franz Schubert's The Bee. Finally Hope was liberated from the chest to help us bear' all the troubles, and joy reigned supreme in Mendelssohn's Spring Song. Everyone enjoys the purity and fragrance of the delicate spring flower, narcissus. The story of its origin was impressively told as the youth, Narcissus, saw his redection in a pool and, while gazing enraptured, pined away. The gods, however, changed him to the beautiful flower we love so well. All through this scene Ethelbert Nevin's Narcissus was played by the orchestra. These are only a few of the delight- ful episodes presented in the pageant. Each was impressive and pleasing because of the dignity and grace of the actors and the charmingly ap- propriate music furnished by the or- chestra. O I Pageant Orchestra First violin, Ralph Manning, sec- ond violin, Patsy Capobiancb, cello, Pasquale Ficarra, accompanist, Jose- phine Annarelli, leader, John Masone. CAST OF CHARACTERS In the Order of Their Appearance. Father Time, William O'Neil, at- tendants, Alton Savage and John Loring, student, Doris King, Hermes, messenger of the gods, Alfred Hart, Clio, muse of history, Vivian Mag- nusson, Zeus, father of the gods, Francis Haugen, Hera, queen of heaven, Beverly Bent, Apollo, god of music and poetry, George Roder- ick, Artemis, goddess of moon and chase, Artemis Christenakis, Posei- don, god of waters, James Fogarty. Hephaestus, god of fire, Walter Morrissey, Athena, goddess of wis- dom, Ethel Nickerson, Ares, god of war, John Picardi, Aphrodite, goddess of beauty, Linda Costa, Eros, god of love, Robert Estey, Pan, flutist for Midas, Malcolm Colgate, Ganymede, cup-bearer of Zeus, Bessie Lingos, Midas, king of Lydia, Arthur Amos, Greek boy, Paul Eade, Pygmalion, sculptor, Rigas Rigopou- los, Galatea, Nymph in marble, Thelma Simmons, Niobe, mother of seven sons and seven daughters, Elizabeth Ames, Niobe's daughter, Akrivia Zois, Pandora, first woman, Josephine Lingos, Epimetheus, after- thought, Carl Knowlton, Troubles, Mary Macera, Ruth Des Champs, Barbara Ferguson, Ethel Naimon. Hope, Josephine Mathews, dancers, Charlotte Brenner, Anna Didris, Jose- phine Capone, Gladys Hiltz, Helen Squizzero, Audrey Gullage, Hebe, goddess of youth, Sophie Slubenuck, Eris, goddess of discord, Mary Di Ciaccio, Paris, shepherd, Spirio Chik- lakis, Narcissus, Grecian youth, Dorothy Davenport, Thetis, a sea nymph, Mary Kacoyanis, Jason, a Greek hero, Werner Sacks, Medea, a sorceress, Elaine Jex, Dragon, Henry Dunn, Penelope, model Greek woman, Bertha Silva, Seven maidens of the Frieze of the Parthenon, Greek dan- cers and Grace Lane, Piccolo for Pan's pipes, Thomas Figeira, Guitar for Apollo's lyre, Angelo Struzziero. Book Houses By Annie Fellows Johnston I always think the cover of A book is like a door, Which opens into someone's house Where I've not been before. A pirate or a fairy queen May lift the latch for me, I always wonder when I knock What welcome there will be. And when I find a house that's dull I do not often stay. But when I find one full of friends Pm apt to spend the day. I never know what sort of folks Will be within, you see, And that's why reading always is So interesting to me.

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Congratu tions to teachers who 12 o o 0 0 0 o THE SOUTHERN BELL Assemblies of the Year Mr. Colbert presented an enjoyable program on the highlights of Theo- dore Roosevelt's life, which proved beneficial to the students. The Armistice Day assembly, viewed with due reverence and honor, was successfully produced by Mr. Mooney and Mr. Venerie. An interesting Thanksgiving Day program was given by Mr. Horne. It brought forth the true meaning of Thanksgiving. Miss Whittemore's health presen- tation proved valuable to the school. The pupils listened attentively to this most interesting program. Miss McEachern and Miss Bing- ham presented a Christmas play de- serving of the highest commenda- tions. Miss French's assembly showed that money can be saved even during try- ing times like these. It proved that a penny saved is a penny earned. Miss Donahue's assembly on music and poetry was highly commendable. On Lincoln's birthday Miss Blood gave an excellent play portraying the life of our martyr president. Miss Perry deserves praise for pre- senting such a fine program on Wash- ington. An excellent English play on bad grammar was presented by Mr. Mur- ray's section. The full beauty of trees was de- scribed in Miss Conner's assembly on Arbor Day. The Southern Bell assembly was in- structive in pointing out how the King of Good English rules over America. Many pieces of music produced by famous old masters were played in Miss Esther Murphy's assembly on music. Miss Mann's interesting program on education was appreciated very much by the students. In memory of that immortal anni- versary-Mother's Day-a program was presented on May 15-16, under the supervision of Miss Jones and Miss Kennedy. With the reading of 'tThe Meaning of Mother's Day, by Henry Masci of II-9, chairman, the program opened, and two impressive poems, Mother and Styles and Mother's Day, were recited respec- tively by Helen Mullam and James Lonero, both of II-9. A most attractive and picturesque film, A Trip on the Rhine, showing well known scenes in literature, such as: The Mouse Tower and Bingen, Was then presented, uniquely accom- panied with music by Helen Vincent of II-2. The assembly was dismissed while The Blue Danubel' waltz was played. Mr. Colbert ran the slides. O O The Continental Congress Assembly The Continental Congress assembly under the capable direction of Miss Frost and Miss Merritt was highly successful. The play depicted exactly the drawing up and signing of the Declaration of Independence. Paul Niles displayed his acting ability in the important role of John Hancock. Austin Peck also demonstrated his talent as Thomas Jefferson. The spirit and co-operation of the cast made it one of the best of the as- semblies that were held during the year. The school congratulates Miss Frost and Miss Merritt and their en- tire cast for bringing to them such an interesting and entertaining pro- gram. Congratulations Justly Earned Congratulations to Mr. Shepherd, Mr. Newcombe, and teachers for a successful year. Congratulations to our graduates. Congratulations to the Honor Roll pupils. Congratulations to those who worked, And none to those who shirked! Congratulations to our band and orchestra. Congratulations to our Library Staff. Congratulations to Mr. Colbert and Miss Anna Murphy for financing our magazine successfully. Congratulations to Mr. Gordon and Mr. Shallies for their kindly assistance during the year. Congratulations to Miss Holmes and her group. Congratulations to Mr. Carver and teams. Congratulations to our cadets. Congratulations to our office staff. Congratulations to Miss Mann for her excellent appeal in behalf of peace. Congratulations to Mr. Fleming and his printers for many kindnesses shown throughout the year. Congratulations to Mrs. Mulcahy and Mrs. Marcoux of our cafeteria staff. Congratulations to our 4H Club. Congratulations to our assembly committee. Congratulations to Mr. Griffin and Miss Tucker for their ine work in athletics. Congratulations to Miss Small-and her pageant. sponsored semblies. Congratulations to our pianists. Congratulations to Mr. Broderick and his board of councilors.