Southington High School - Chronicle Yearbook (Southington, CT)

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-at cr-1RoNlcLE lien Prom on june Zlst at the Southington HY . The hall was decorated beautifullg 111 the class colors-Royal Blue and Gold. A fine orchestra furnished the chi OH music on which the class floated out of school life into the world of tomorrow- The four delightful years of sailing on LI-I.S. had ended. The crew has left lls ship and is sailing in different ships toward different destinat1onsg but I am certlalun that no matter where we sail, or what ships we sail on, or what stormy WQQI fe? we encounter, we will never forget the good Steamship L.H.S. and its faith U N. INGRESELLI J. scearr Captain Martin Phelan. Class oem t FAREWELL TO LEWIS Time marches slowly onward, but in our hearts there'll always be, A little bit'of Lewis High reserved for you and me. Perhaps 'twill be a winter scene, with ivy walls agleaming, Perhaps 'twill be a classmate's face to set our hearts adreaming. Let's make but a memory of the pleasant past, Por the much-neglected future must be met at last. All the knowledge that we've gained in these last four years, Must now be put to practice with work and bitter tears. May your tear-filled eyes be windows through which the world may glance, And see your hearts of courage, now ready to advance. School has been our life, -life is now our school, Remember, dear old classmates, let wisdom always rule! Some to colleges, some to school, out into the world we go, Remember you owe the world a living, make it your friend- not your foe. Qpen your ears and let men in, consider them your brothers, Receive those kindly that would befriend you and do the same for others. May the good' things in life come to you all. Classmates, I salute you, may our glory never fall. And to our under-classmen, may we stop to say, That if you plan to graduate, do these things each day: Your lessons to know, In class to shine. Report cards must show Pour A's in a line. Never deserve To stay after school, But always observe The Golden Rule. Now our hearts with farewell throbbing, we must not tal-ry here. But the memory of this parting will be fgygvel- dear. ETHEL PARKER W ANT NINA LEVENIEJ SKY Page Sixteen

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--will CHRONICLE IM-- lczss isto ry Q11 September S, 1936, there embarked on the Steamship LHS. the Crew of 1940. It was a happy crew even though a little ignorant, but it was soon to become one of the best crews ever to sail on L.H.S. The captain of this good ship was Captain Martin Phelan, who led it and directed it faithfully throughout four years of quiet sailing. This crew of young freshmen was enthusiastic and quick to learn the ways and means of sailing, for not a month had passed when they elected james Pratt, a promising young sailor as their president and class leader. This was followed by many short voyages made by the Science, Civics and English classes. There were various assemblies and performances given by these freshmen, but the yearwas mostly spent in accustoming themselves to sailing, for I am sure that many of us suffered from sea sickness, QEspecially when it came time for the exams at the end of the first year.j After a brief vacation this same class again stumbled onto the decks of L.H.S., and again set sail for another nine months. This time it chose for its class presi- dent jolly William Bailey, well known and liked by everyone. This year the sailors formed home room clubs. Among them were: Sewing, athletic, bicycle, hiking and many other interesting clubs. Everyone participated in them and enjoyed them immensely and they were successful throughout the year. Finally on May 13, 1938, the crew held a sophomore social. Entertainment was provided by tal- ented pupils in the crew. Berneice jackson was applauded for her lovely singing. Qu April .7 of the same year the crew held a cake sale which was very successful and profitable. September 1938 began the third year of sailing. Robert Wood was the junior president. The crew had now completely become accustomed to the daily routine. They were no longer stumbling freshmen, but sophisticated 'juniors April Z1 was the date of the junior Prom. This was a gala affair, and was attended by all the Juniors and enjoyed by everyone. Finally came the last year of sailing - 1939-413. The crew were now Seniors - grown up and educated - Intelligent and excellent sailors. It chose for its last president Robert Qelinger. Another successful cake sale was held on ctober 17. Qu February 2 and 3, the senior play was presented. This play Calm Your- self was a three act farce enjoyed by everyone. November 29 marked the date of another sale, only this was a sandwich sale. The end of the last year was very near. The ship was heading for home and june 17, was to be their graduation. They were to graduate from the Steamship L.H.S. and embark on other ships. The ships of Life. The good Steamship L.H.S. had done everything in its power to prepare them for these different ships of Life. Class night june 13, took place at The Copper Kettle in VVaterbury. Qn this night the Class Will was read. This was followed by dancing. It was a lovely evening. Finally on june 17, 1940 The Crew of 1940 graduated, wearing Caps and Gowns. It was a joyful and yet a sad evening, for the crew was to leave the beloved ship L.H.S. The valedictorian, Shirley Andres made a splendid speech and was applauded by the audience. The diplomas were then presented. Music was furnished by the Glee Club led by Miss Beach. Graduation was over. Another gala Class of 1946 affair was the Senior Page Fifteen

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-M CHRONICLE IW-- Zczss Vi!! VVe, the class of 1949, after deep thought and consideration and being in- formed that we are sound of mind and judgment, hereby make our last will and testament: To Mr. Fontana: VVe leave him this cup to remind him of a very successful year. To Miss Shorey: We give her a new bicycle as her present one is getting old. To Mr. Rathbun: We leave this oak board to be used in thel building of a hockey rink, in back of Lewis High. To Miss Edstrom: We give her a chain to be used in keeping the books where they can be found in the library. J To Mr. Lawrence: We leave this package of pipe cleaners to be used in cleaning his trusty briar which he loves so well. To Miss Bedford: A clock which keeps the exact time as she is so accurate. To Mr. Small: We leave a baby chick for experimental purposes to be used in agriculture class so he can turn out bigger and better chicks. To Miss Beach: We leave this bus so she vvon't have any trouble getting to concerts. W To Miss Crawford: We leave this automatic attendance taker so she can take the attendance and watch her pupils at the same time. To Mr. Stowe: We leave this new brief case so! you can carry your civics and other school papers in, so you can pass them back to the students as neatly as you receive them. To Miss Kelly: We leave a pair of earmuffs so she will not hear the students talking in Typing classes. To Mr. loyal: We leave this book entitled Que Thousand and ne Iokesl' so that you will never run out of jokes to tell your students in U. S. History. To Miss Ryan: We leave a package of needles to remind her of the ones that were broken. To Mr. lD'Angelo: We leave a pair of stilts so he can watch the passing notes in Study Hall while standing in front of the room. To Miss Hunt: We give you a picture of France to remind you of that favorite land. To Mr. McSorley: We leave, a huge magnifying glass so his students can study the bulletin board more closely for his weekly quizzes. To Miss CQ'l?onnell: We leave you a pair of roller skates so you can make the rounds faster. Page Seventeen