St Thomas High School - Thomist Yearbook (Rockford, IL)

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I - --f fffff --- na 1 1 rf - - f W- V -- .- MASS OF THE HOLY GHOST At nine o'clock on the morning of Sep- tember 9th Mass of the Holy Ghost was celebrated by the Rev. F. Connor, Chan- cellor of the Diocese. The occasion was a sad one, for we were mourning the en- forced absence of our beloved Bishop. Father Connor spoke with deep feeling of the love the Right Reverend Bishop Mul- doon has always had for the boys and girls of St. Thomas High School and made a strong appeal to the students to show by their lives their appreciation of the affection of the Right Rev. Bishop. THE FRESHMEN RECEPTION Freshman come and Seniors go, but the school activities move on forever in spite of the many difficulties caused by the cramp- ed quarters of our school. The social school year of nineteen hun- dred and twenty-six began as usual with the welcoming of the Freshmen into our In- higher learning. The old gym in rich, radiant colors and gay At the entrance was an arch- stitution of was attired streamers. way with the word Welcome'y above it and at the other end of the hall was another arch bearing the words Class of '27.', Baileyis Orchestra furnished excellent music for the evening. Under the efficient leadership of our class officers and the appointed committees, our Reception was one of the best social func- tions of the school year. Dorothy Tierney '27, THE JUNIOR-SENIOR DEBATES Two inter-class debates were held during the school year '26 and ,27. In the first debate, our ancient rivals the Juniors, took the afhrmative side of the question: Re- solved that the system of direct primary nomination is preferable to that of caucus and convention. The Seniors, taking the negative side, were defeated by the under class men. Both sides showed a comprehen- sive knowledge of the question and a real talent for debating. Those taking part for the affirmative were Thomas Gill and Leon- ard Condon. The negative side was taken by Harold O'Connor and T. Carroll Sizer. In the second debate, also with the Juniors, the Seniors took the affirmative side of the question: Resolved, that the 'Philippine Islands should be given their independence immediately. The juniors, taking the negative side, defeated the Seniors again. The Seniors were represented by John Green, Robert Joyce, and -lack O'Haire, while Joseph Petritz, 'Iohn Gil- mour and Paul O'Malley debated for the juniors. Edward O,Shay '27, DOMESTIC SCIENCE At the beginning of the second semester our Principal announced that a class had been arranged in Domestic Science. Twelve of the -Iunior Girls answered this call, all eager to begin under the able direction of Miss Kimball. Of the twelve girls who went to Rockford College, two were from the Classical Department, and ten from the Commercial. As we near the end of our term we all feel that we are very proficient in the science of cooking, due to the earnest co-operation of both pupils and teachers. Our teachers during the year were Miss Kimball, Miss Shepherd. and Miss Condon. Helen Lingel '28 ..., .,.., Y,,Y :,' I90I

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The effffl Club Early in the school year a new course was added to the curriculum of St. 'lll'lOlll2lS High School. This new course is Art. A class of about thirty pupils joined the class and have received in- struction every Friday afternoon. The faculty was most fortunate in l89l securing as instructor, Mr. Marques Reitzel, a well known artist who has won many prizes in Chicago. Under the direction of Mr. Reitzel the students have advanced rapidly, and Mr. Reitzel is well pleased with the work. Charles Russell, '28,

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' ' 'T ...J :Hx . I 4 Hmmm l I 1 ' Ns. N :::EQ:E:g:::-:-5-g:5g::t:I5F!E:ssI A.. I ,N rmggigimi ,Eli ffm -igiigl ---- i .laik Z! I 1 gif THE AMERICAN HISTORY CLUB The American History Club of 1927 holds its regular sessions every other Tuesday with occasionally a Friday session. The meetings are conducted according to Par- liamentary Law, with Francis Holcomb, the Chairman, and Carroll O,Connor, the Speaker. At the first meeting of the So- ciety, the laws by which the meetings should be conducted were discussed, and definite rules laid down which have been strictly adhered to at all subsequent assemblies. The nature of the discussions vary from time to time. Sometimes there is an open dis- cussion of the most important phases of American History, sometimes Current Topics occupy the attention of the Class. The members of the Club feel that much of value is received from these Club meet- ings, and look forward with keen interest to their continuance during the remainder of the school year. i Madeline Farmer, '27. ATHLETIC NIGHT A party sponsored by the Athletic Board of Directors was given January 6. A pro- gram and other amusements assured every one of a good time. The guest of honor on this occasion was the former Coach, the Reverend NVilliam UlRourke. who presented the Letter Men with their sweaters. Toasts were given by the Reverend L. Pnender- gast, the Reverend W. O'Rourke, and the Basket Ball Coach, Mr. Bob Hamilton. The importance of Athletics in High School was emphasized and plans were discussed for making Athletic Night an the school. Much credit to the Athletic Board of Directors for the work they have accom- annual event in should be given plished in making the equipment of the Athletic Department first class in every way. Allan Shea, I27. JUNIOR PARTY The juniors of St. Thomas High School sponsored one of the most successful parties of the year on Friday evening, November fifth, in the Coliseum. Autumn foliage and corn stalks gave a quaint rural effect to the hall. The music for the evening was furnished by Bailey's Orchestra. A variety of amusements were supplied during the party so that both the pupils and their par- ents might be entertained, according to their individual tastes. A large crowd attended. All declared that the Juniors were most capable. Cecilia Brown, '27, THE BAZAAR The Parent Association of St. Thomas High School gave its annual Fall Festival Friday and Saturday evenings of Thanks- giving week in the Coliseum. Pupils of the High School gave a program each evening. The Seniors took charge of the childrenls party given Saturday afternoon. The Juniors presided at the candy booth and the Sophomores took care of the fancy work booth, while the Freshmen conducted the Fish pond. A goodly number attended both evenings, thus making the Bazaar a real success. Margaret judge, '27, 'f ' ' W T i ' Q' ' ji ' - -1 - --5 f - -- i f'?'f'i' , ' 'f 1? fr - 4 ' S E5 1, 'I' ' ' ' l91