St Stephens Academy - Academician Yearbook (Port Huron, MI)

Page 31 text:

19th. To Edna Waite, Anne Samberg's surplus stock of chicle. If Edna proves deficient in maintaining the record established by Anne, it shall pass into the possession of Rose Kern. . 20th. William Simpson's estimable position of general mirth provoker of the High School to Jack Nelson. We hope he may continue our worthy member's occupation. 21st. To Jack Mallory, the cherished Latin vocabulary of Marvin West- rick, we earnestly request that he refrain from using said vocabulary when under emotion or excitement of any kind. 22nd. The honor of class chauffeur is bequeathed by Ruth Wittliii' to Margaret Thwaites. 23rd. To Margaret McMonagle, Rosaria Benenati, and Agnes McDon- ald, Macrina Zimmer's senior dignity. May they uphold it forever with all her seriousness and gravity, endeavoring to realize its vast importance, in spite of their natural light-mindedness and irresponsibility. 24th. To Maxwell Bernard, the honorable position held by john Wal- ton of general manager and overseer of all his wayward companions. And to his successor on the staff of the Academician the remarkable efficiency with which his duties were accomplished. 25th. To David Easton and Jack McNamara the example of all the members of this class. We have proven ourselves able to keep quiet on all occasions. Sheer numbers ought to convince and convert them. 26th. To the Freshman Class that is to be-any overlooked gum we may have left adhering to the underside of desks, chairs, black-board ledges, or any likely or unlikely places. We have sometimes had to rid ourselves of this in too much haste to be able to pick and choose the most desirable means of disposal. 27th. To the Class of 1925 our seats in the rear of the room, also any stubs of pencils, erasers or scraps of paper that we may inadvertently leave behind us in the excitement and haste of gathering up our cherished treasures for the last time. May they feel free to make use of them, and feel, perhaps, that they may, in some mysterious way, impart some of our great knowledge to them. K 9 Having thus disposed of our entire estate our last petition is that it will be used with such forethought and prudence that the coming classes may derive many benefits from it. VVe do hereby constitute and appoint Rev. Fr. Murphy sole executor of this our last will and testament. Lastly, We hereby revoke all former wills by. us at any time made. ln witness whereof, We, the Class of IQ24, the testators, have to this will set our hands and seals this first day of june, Anno Domini, one thousand nine hundred and twenty-four. On this first day of june, A. D. 1924 Class of 1924 S. S. A. of the City of Port Huron in the County of St. Clair and the State of Michigan signed the foregoing instrument in our presence, and declared it to be her Last Will and Testament, and as witness thereof we do now, at her request, in her pres- ence, and in the presence of each other, hereto subscribe our names. CICERO SAPP, residing at Pontiac, Michigan. ANDREW GUMP, residing at New York City, N. Y.

Page 30 text:

examination papers. They are hereby permissioned to give out this informa- tion to the world as they deem proper. We trust that they will also feel at perfect liberty to make use of all such bits of wisdom and enlightenment for the education of our underclassmates. Item: The following may seem but trifling bequests, but we hope they may be accepted, not as worthless things lavishly thrown away because we can no longer keep them, but as valuable assets to those who may receive them. Ist. To Katherine O'Connor, Leota Bodley's reputation as the peppiest girl in the class, if she fails to live up to Leota's standard the honor shall be forfeited to Marie Gleason. 2nd, To james Bourbonnais, justin Brown's knowledge of the sciences and the universe in whole or in part. We trust jim may be able to survive it. 3rd. To Beatrice Laidlaw, Beata Bourke's unique habit of vacationing whenever her school work becomes too monotonous. If Beatrice fails to take advantage of this bequest it shall forthwith pass on to Monica Thwaites. 4th. To Louis Bezenah, Hugh Clancy leaves his medical aspirations, also his proficiency at the piano. 5th, Laura Carlisle, who believes in keeping things in the family, be- queaths her bashfulness C?j to her brother, Gordon. 6th. To Jack OlSullivan, Raymond Currie's enviable position of good standing with the faculty. 7th. To Helen McCarthar, Marie Charronls skill at playing tennis, on the condition that Helen wins the State Championship by September, other- wise it shall pass to Mary Popplewell. Sth. To Edwidge Bleau, Thomas Donahue's endless knowledge of French. VVe hope she will learn to speak said language as Huently', as Tom. 9th. 'Florence Gleason relinquishes Charles McCaiTerty to the tender and loving care of Catherine Kelly. Ioth. To any suffering Sophomore, George Fountain's knickers, as he recently purchased a new suit of longies. 11th. Dorothy Green bequeaths her highly cultured voice and satin slippers to Frank Rickker. ' 12th. To some benighted Freshman,-anybody who will accept it, as it is as yet unclaimed-Vincent Graziadei's troubles as Class Treasurer. 13th. Margaret Marx wills her pleasing personality and her friendly spirit of chat to Beulah Cunningham and Margaret Barrett. 14th. To Dorothy Moss, or whosoever is in need of it, Gerald 0'Brien's bluff. Apply early and avoid the rush. 15th. Mae Phelan's remarkable aptitude of getting George', to do in- stead of applying her own efforts to Dorothy McMonagle and Hazel Hebard, who thoroughly enjoy the luxury of indolent ease. 16th. Otto Qrdowski leaves his position on the football team to Erwin Smith, who has already shown his prowess along that line. 17th. To Ethel Netter and Kathleen Kelly, Claire Rawley's abundant supply of self-assurance. Providing they use it as advantageously as has the donor. 18th. To Morgan Doe, Stewart Sharrow's unbounded love of studying. May he strive as earnestly for the hundred mark as Stewart has.

Page 32 text:

VARIOUS PASTIMES OF FAMELESS MEN Stewart Sharrow William Simpson Gerald O'Brien Justin Brown Hugh Clancy Raymond Currie George Fountain Vincent Graziadei Marvin VVestrick - John VValton Otto Ordowski Raymond Currie Gerald O'Brien VVilliam Simpson Justin Brown Stewart Sharrow Marvin VVestrick Vincent Graziadei George Fountain john VValton Otto Ordowski Hugh Clancy George Fountain Vincent Graziadei Marvin VVestrick Raymond Currie John VValton VVilliam Simpson Stewart Sharrow Gerald O'Brien Justin Brown Otto Ordowski Thomas Donahue, '24 - 4 - Sleeping Gazing across the street Coming over Tenth Street bridge Loafing Playing Manicuring Speaking French Hurrying Trying to read Latin Hunting for work Trying to sing MOST NOTICEABLE FEATURES - - - - Legs - - - - Hair Mouth Marcelled Waves Eyebrows Ears Height Eyelashes Hands Dimples FAVORITE EXPRESSIONS - - - - i'Gee VVhizl ul-ley l Outside lu Free-day 3 'tljrepared Y 'KI See! Sister, Please l Let Me See V' HGot Your French? You Stop l Yah ll' THINGS WE ARE PAID NOT TO TELL VVhy Macrina Zimmer and Marie Charron do not bob their hair. VVhat makes Anne Samberg fond of skating in Sarnia. VVhy Laura Carlisle's favorite color is Brownf' What is Leota Bodley's attraction for a Dodge Coupe. Why Margaret Marx believes in moving occasionally. How Dorothy Green gets 90 on her Chemistry Card. Why Florence Gleason likes to dodge candy wrappers. What's the cause of Mae Phalen's historical wit. VVhy Beata Bourke does not drive her Studebaker any more. How Claire Rawley succeeds in accomplishing so much. XVhy Ruth Wittlilf, is always selling chances.