Stoneham High School - Wildlife Yearbook (Stoneham, MA)

Page 9 text:

THE S. H. S. AUTHENTIC were experimenting with wireless telegraphy. The picture this time showed a small room all around the walls and floor of which were scattered me- chanical devices of every kind. Seated at a wire- less instrument was a small man with a long, old- fashioned beard, experimenting with the instru- ment. Every now and then, he would jump from his seat and answer the call of a very stout old lady who seemed to be his wife. It was plainly evident that he was “ henpecked.” Who could this be ? From the general appearance of the man and the multitude of the mechanical devices scattered around the room, it needed but a moment’s thought to know that this was Stuart Ward. His wife was so entirely beyond my thoughts that I forgot her and should have entirely passed her by, had not my tiny friend again furnished the key to the situation by reminding me that this was Doris Waitt. So Doris was an inventor’s wife. 14. By this time the fire had again died down and I thought I must have seen all of my old class- mates. In going over the list of them in my mind I found three missing, Gertrude Reynolds, Mary Fallon and Laura Baldwin. Just at this point a very dim picture showed itself. It was a school- room, teachers and scholars busy with the work of the day. This, I thought, answers for them. Laura, Gertrude and Mary are school teachers. I looked for a long while into the fire hoping to see a picture that would show me some of my teachers of the old days and was about to stir up the fire when— crash— I awakened to find that my book had dropped from my lap to the floor. Then it was all a dream. Dropping off to sleep with the book in hand, in my dreams I had seen my class- mates in the many and varied walks of life and the tiny lady who introduced the pictures was but the fancy of a dream. Clifford Elliot Patten. Class Notes 1912 The class banquet held at the Parker House was a most enjoyable event. The evening was spent with games and music. Does the president like frozen pudding? He does ! ! Were there four rows of ferns or five, Patten ? Some of the suggested subjects for English com- position : “ My Bad Manners.” “ Watching the Children Play.” “ Getting up in the Morning.” French translation— They galloped still for about two hours. Mr. O. “Miss Blodgett, take a back seat and let Barwood alone.” Poor Victor ! It took some argument to get Clifford into the class picture but he could’nt help being bashful. Miss McP. What do they put glue on matches for? Barwood (thoughtfully). To make them stick. Bright idea, Victor ! Chemistry class wants Keenan to explain what a drinking pipe is and furthermore how it makes lead sulphate. 1913 Mr. O. believes that 2nd English should seek em- ployment as dressmakers and foundrymen to in- crease their mental abilities. Up to date readings from Silas Marner Free- man— “In the period of his conversation (conver- sion) he had dreamed that he saw the words, “ calling and election sure.” Miss C.-“and there’s nobody remembers what we remember if it isn’t the cows ” (crows). Some of the experiments performed by young Edisons in physics laboratory are original to say the least. 1914 Miss Sweetland in French— “The giant parted.” Miss M. to Mr. G-gg. Miss M. “ Mr. G-gg, that will do.” Mr. G. “Do what ? Mr. Hamill : “He beat the air with two of his arms.” Miss Cogan : “ What did he do with his others ?” Carleton usually has some light refreshments in his desk, but one day when he went to get them he found them missing. Perhaps Marion or Ruth could tell you where they went to, Carleton. 1915 Miss S., picking two long hairs off George’s shoulder, “ Guess this is why you don’t have your algebra done on Mondays, George. “ Cronin, how many examples did you have right ?” “ Er— three. “ How many did you try ? “Er— two.”

Page 8 text:

THE S. H. S. AUTHENTIC So Viola had found her life work in the home town. The only persons, however, who seemed to be enjoying themselves were two sprightly old ladies who were holding an animated conversation with Arad. These two seemed to be younger than the rest and retained enough of their youthful ap- pearances so that I was able to recognize in them two of my former classmates — Teresa Callahan and Mabel Hines. What a happy trio in the Old Ladies’ Home — Viola, Teresa, Mabel. 7. The fire dying down I threw on a stick of wood which quickly burned and snapped in a very lively manner. This I thought must preface an interest- ing scene, and so it proved. The scene showed a vast crowd wending its way to a big amphitheatre. There must be some unusual attraction. A large bill-board announced that “Kid McCormack”, Stoneham’s pride, would battle with John Jackson for the world’s championship. Martin Harry Mc- Cormack is the only man in the class of 1912 with a world-wide reputation. 8. When the fire flashed up again I saw the picture of a court room, with the court in session. By the drawn face of the prisoner I judged it was a case of life or death. A lawyer was so eloquently pleading with the jury that I could see tears on the faces of the jurors. After being charged by the judge they retired but immediately returned bring- in a verdict which showed that the lawyer was suc- cessful. From the shower of congratulations I judged this must be a lawyer of considerable fame. Strange to say this scene brought vividly to mind the mock trial of the Webster Debating Society in 1912 and pondering upon that I knew that this must be Paul Keenan. Court being adjourned he passed out making his way to a confectionery store. From the store he passed along the street, finally entering a commodious but somewhat old-fashioned house. He was met at the door by a lady to whom he handed the box of confectionery. Who could be the consort of this distinguished man? The box of sweets gave the clue. It must be Doris Duplin, who, I remember, was always interested in Sweets. 9. The scene changed to the polo grounds in New York City. The Red Sox were playing the deciding game with the Giants for the world’s championship. From the score board I saw that it was the ninth inning — tie score and the Red Sox at the bat with two out. A large, earnest looking player took his place at the plate and hit the first ball pitched into the centre field bleachers for a home run. The game was soon over and that hit had won the world’s championship. This picture faded into an- other showing a small railroad station in a country village. Upon the arrival of a train a man alighted to receive a most enthusiastic reception from the villagers. He seemed to be the ball player of the other picture. He made his way to an auto in which sat an elderly lady. As they drove off some- thing in the lady’s manner attracted my attention. I knew this must be Ruth Blodgett for no one could have so closely impersonated her. But who could be the man ? My thoughts wandered for, then I remembered Wesley Thompson and his batting on the High School team. This must be Wesley and although I knew that the Red Sox had a player by the name of Thompson, I had never connected the two together. He must be returning to his farm at the close of the baseball season. 10. The fire having died down I watched the embers and saw there a picture of a large summer hotel. It was the dinner hour and the guests were flocking to the dining-room. Upon a raised plat- form was an orchestra of three pieces. There were two ladies and a gentleman. The gentleman, who led the orchestra, I immediately recognized as Victor Barwood. I probably should not have given the ladies further thought had I not been struck by the incessant grinning of one of them who played a violin. This reminded me so much of my class- mate, Ella Nutting, that I felt sure it must be she. The other lady, who played a cornet, was very stout and I could see nothing familiar about her. I should have passed her by, had not my tiny friend again come to my aid and reminded me that this was Inez Kinsley. 11. The picture now changed to a large city church. It was apparently Sunday morning. The church was filled to overflowing and I knew that some eminent divine would preach. The preacher was a large, athletic man who seemed to present his ideas in such a way that he won many converts. Suddenly my eye caught a bulletin in one corner and I read the preacher’s name. Could it be pos- sible? Rev. Rayford Anderson Mann, D. D., Ph.D. Subject : “ The Kicks of Life and How to Buck It.” 12. The fire had now died almost out and I saw a very dim picture of what seemed to be a chicken farm. The picture was so dim that I could not distinguish the characters, to say nothing of the chickens, and I would have passed it by, had not my tiny friend informed me that this was the abode of two of my classmates, Doris Dowdell and Frank Mitton, who had formed a double partnership ; of matrimony and chicken farming. 13. At this point I again replenished the fire and it burned up in a way— shooting out so many sparks, that I was reminded of the days we, in class.

Page 10 text:

THE S. H. S. AUTHENTIC S. H. S. AUTHENTIC Published semi-annuall y in the interest of the Junior Class, Stoneham High School. For sale at Whittaker’s, Hayward Fox’s and Emer- son ,s. Entered at the Stoneham Post Office as third-class mail matter. Alumni have expressed their opinion that this soci- ety is one of the best things connected with the school. We would again call attention to our list of ad- vertisers. It is the advertisements that make the publication of the Authentic possible and not the sale of copies. - Address all exchanges to Mr. Raymond A. Longmore, Stoneham High School, Stoneham, Mass. EDITORIAL BOARD Editor-in-Chief - Assistant Editor Business Managers Literary Editor Local and Joke Editoi Exchange Editor Athletic Editor - - EDWIN M. HILL MADELEINE M. CLOUGH fj. ARTHUR VAN BUREN l GLADYS GILBERT EDNA M. DUTTON ST UART R. WARD RAYMOND A. LONGMORE - - EARLE C. BOCKUS CLASS EDITORS 1912 Victor H. Barwood 1913 Ralph E. Arnold 1914 Ruth Van Buren 1915 Dustin W. Downs 1916 Tracey D. Andrews ALUMNI EDITORS Bernice M. Stone TO John W. Litchfield ’ll The Editorial Board extend their heartiest wishes for a prosperous year, to the next class to issue this paper. While we feel that our efforts have not been an absolute failure, yet we feel that there are great chances to improve upon them in next year’s issues. With the graduation of the class of 1912 there will be eleven vacancies in the Webster Debating Society. Applications for membership may be given to any of the members. Several of the The school spirit shown at the games the first of the season seemed to die down when we began to lose. Let’s stick together and back up our teams even if they don’t win the league championship. The school unites in extending their deepest sympathies to the parents of Miss Ethel Eagan who was taken from us last April. Local Notes -Lk- Webster Debating Society At the yearly business meeting of the Society the following officers were elected for next year : President, Edwin M. Hill Vice-President, J. Arthur Van Buren Secretary, Raymond A. Longmore Treasurer, Carl Hedburg Chairman Board of Directors, V. Paul Keith Lot of chance for membership next year fellows, so get your applications in early. Military Co. The officers appointed for next year are as follows : — Capt. Raymond A. Longmore ; First Lieut. J. Arthur Van Buren ; Second Lieut., James Loughlin ; 1st Sergt., Earle Bockus; Quartermaster Sergt., Edwin M. Hill ; 2d Serg’t, Paul Keith ; 3d Serg’t, Lester Freeman; 4th Serg’t, John Haley; 5th Serg’t, William Snow. Corporals : — Herbert Holden, George Hansell, Carleton Martin, Thos. M. McDermott, Raybem Davis, Wm. Ahern, Mark Mullaly, Carl Heeburg.