Stoneham High School - Wildlife Yearbook (Stoneham, MA)

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GRADUATION NUMBER strument in our presence, declaring it to be its last will, and as witnesses thereof we three do now, at its request, in its presence, and in the presence of each other, hereto subscribe our names. W. B. Skerrye. E. T. Thibodeau. V. L. Moore. HONOR LIST The following members of the Senior Class are included in the honor group. All within the group are considered of equal rank. Nora Cutter, Ora Schur- man, Dorothy Gilman, Gladys Lawson, Florence McDonough, Dorothy Sweet, Violet Blanchard, Marion Desmond, and Thomas Connell. 30 YEARS AGO. Blanche L. Bruce elected Editor-in- Chief of the Authentic. Motto of the Class of ’98 “We end but to begin.” Class History written by Blanche G. Fowle. The Natural History Association of Stoneham High School was organized in 1898. LETTER PRESENTATION. At the last letter assembly on April 17, ice hockey and boys’ and girls’ bas- ketball letters were presented members of the various squads by Principal Watson, a fter a sort talk on the good sportsmanship which they had shown during the season. Hockey letters were presented to Henry Richardson (captain), Julian Kelly, Richard Hamlin, Edward Fulton, Joseph Lundregan, Paul Fredrickson, Robert Sheehan, Everett Berry, Gilmore Chisholm, and Hjalmar Widell. Boys’ basketball letters went to Dan- iel Griffin (captain), Lewis Orsillo, Walter Anderson, Chester Olson, Law- rence O’Laughlin, Gordon Marston, and Stanley Sands. Girls’ basketball letters went to Zoa Newhall (captain), Dorothy Dodge, Ger- aldine Spangler, Virginia Lane, Ella Hovey, Edna Bergholtz, Grace Goode, Dorothy Wessell, and Thelma MacKay. HIGH SCHOOL MEMORIAL EXERCISES. Taken from “Independent.” The combined Junior and Senior High School exercises were held at Ar- ■ I mory Hall on Tuesday morning at 10.00 t o’clock. The Armory was very appro- I priately decorated for the occasion with I a profusion of flowers and the National colors. The student body marched from the High School under the direction of pupil marshals. The High School Orchestra rendered the introductory march, which was fol- lowed by the entrance of members of the veteran organizations and auxiliary ; units. INlr. Watson, principal of the High i School, extended the welcome of the ' school to the veterans, touching briefly upon the appreciation which is felt for ' what these oganizations have done for the community and the nation at large. A fine program was then given by the school, every number delivered showing thoroughness of preparation as to re- flect much credit upon both pupils and I the teachers who had the resi)onsibility j of the arrangement of the numbers. Following the program by the pupils, I Mr. Watson introduced representatives I of the several organizations who spoke I to the pupils. The first speaker was j Comrade Trull of the Grand Army of ! the Republic who spoke of the rapid j decrease in number of the G. A. R. and [their widows. He spoke of the apprec- ' iation of the G. A. R. members for the ' kindness shown them on all sides, and pointed out the fact that this kindness in general and that respect and loyalty to the flag is increasing. He empha- sized the significance of the flag in a very fine manner. The second speaker was Commander Knapton of the Spanish War Veterans, who spoke very briefly on the apprecia- tion felt for the tributes shown his comrades. The third speaker was Comrade Davis who spoke very eloquently and fitting- ly on patriotism. He said in part, “This, our flag, stands today, an unsul- lied tribute of true patriotic loyalty. Instill this love of the flag into the hearts of youth. When youth has learned what that flag cost, it will be better able to defend its Constitution, and make better men and women for our nation.” The fourth speaker was Commander Horne of the G. A. R. Commander Johnson spoke for the American Legion and gave a brief as- surance of the willingness and deter- mination of that body to “Carry On.” As the school year closes it is fitting [ 17 ]

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TEE STONEHAM HIGH SCHOOL AUTHENTIC MacDonald Medals arc Violet Blanchard and Thomas Connell. These medals are awarded annually to the boy and girl in the graduating elasSj who have the best records in scholarship, character, and good influence in the school. The medals are customarily presented at the graduation exercises, generally by some one ■who was a personal friend of Prin- cipal MacDonald. We wish to take this opportunity to congratulate the winners of this year’s medals. We feel that they highly de- serve the honor bestowed. OUR COVER Since the motto of the Senior Class is, “Deeds, not Words,’’ the Authentic staff thought it would be appropriate to have this motto on the cover along with some illustrations of the motto. For this illustration Ave finally decided on the drawing of Lindl)ergh by Francis Yancey, Class of ’30. Lindbergh is a typical young American youth, Avho is a firm believer in “Deeds’’, as one may see from his recent epic achievement. VOBIS MAGNAS GRATIAS AGIMUS ond in the University of Chicago Tourn- ament. He was also the sporting edi- tor of his high school papier. Ir. James has been very active in sports at Springfield. Ke played three years on the varsity basketball team, being captain this year, three years of varsity soccer, and played second base in this year’s baseball team. The bas- ketball team which he captained this 3 ’ear was considered one of the finest teams in the East. In addition to this he captained the Freshman basketball team. While he is at Stoneham, Mr. James Avill coach class soccer in the fall and vaisity basketball in the winter. He will also have supervision of the class Avork. In the spring he Avill have other class sports, probably class !)aseball or track. He aauII i robably coach the gjun team. While in school, Mr. James has coach- ed at the Central and Technical High Schools of Springfield. He has super- vised physical education at the Wash- iiigton Grammar school of Waterbury, Conn., the Eastern Avenue Grammar school at Springfield, and at the State Sjmitarium at Westfield. The Authentic Staff Avishes to take this last opportunity to thank all those Avho have helped in any way to make the Authentic a success. We AAush to extend our thanks to all who contributed material, all the class editors, all those Avho helped in doing the typeAvriting, our adv’ertisers, the faculty, and especially Mr. Alden, our advisor; Miss French, Miss Ranney and Miss Bessey, and last but not least, all those Avho supported us bj buying our magazine. BASKETBALL COACH ENGAGED The services of Alvin L. James have been engaged as physical director and basketball coach for next year. Mr. James is 22 jmars old, and is a gradu- ate of Crosby High School of Water- bury, Conn., and a menil)er of this year’s graduating class of the Inter- national Y. M. C. A. College of Spring- field. He comes to Stoneham very high- ly recommended. AVhile in high school he played bas- ketball, football, and baseball. He Avas captain of his basketball team during the last tAvo years he Avas in high school. His team Avon the University of Phila- delphia Tournament, and came in sec- TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN Be it remembered, that I, the Authen- tic of Stoneham, in the County of Mid- dlesex and CommonAvealth of Massa- chusetts, being of sound mind and mem- ory, l)ut knoAving the uncertainty of this life, do make this my last Avill and testament, heiN?by revoking all Avills and codicils heretofore made by me. After the pajunent of my debts and I funeral charges, I bequeath and devise ; as folloAvs: To the Class of 1929 the privilege of carrying on my business for another year, on the condition that they sur- render this right to the Class of 1930 the folloAving year. To the Library, a complete set of this year’s Authentic to perpetuate forever the memory of the Class of 1928. In testimony whereof, I hereunto set my hand, and in the presence of three AA’itnesses declare this to be my last will, this fifteenth day of June in the year one thousand nine hundred and twenty- eight. The Authentic. On this fifteenth day of June, A. D. 1928, The Authentic of Stoneham, Mas- 1 sachusetts, has signed the foregoing in- [IG]

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THE STONEHAM HIGH SCHOOL AUTHENTIC The program follows: March S. H. S. Orchestra Call to Colors Conant Barton ! America The Beautiful School ' Greetings Mr. Watson “The Meaning of Memorial Day’ | Robert Taylor ' Song, “Comrades Good Night” ! Boys’ Double Quartet 1 “Answer of the Stars” Helen Waterman “Tril)ute to American Dead in World i War” : Leslie Lyons, Warren Macurdy, ’ Albert Kent ' | Violin Solo “Souvenir” James Govatsos | “Elpicedium” Richard Johnston | “A Ballad of Heroes” Clare Walker ' Songs, “Tenting Tonight” and “To The Soldiers Dear” J H. S. Girls Chorus “Gettysburg Address” Thomas Pardue Trio, “Elgie” and “Memories” Violin, James Gavotsos Cello, Dorothy Mellett Piano, E. T. Thibodeau Remark , Representatives of the G. A. R., Spanish War Veterans and Am- erican Legion “Star Spangled Banner” School Flag Salute School Taps Harold Gray Remarks Mr. Watson Marcli S. H. S. Orchestra The program committee wms composed of Mr. Thibodeau, chairman. Miss Hun- newell. Miss Moore, Miss French. Miss Bessey had charge of decorations. that those who arc about to graduate should pick from their number the one whom they consider to have done the most for the school during the pas’, year. The choice off the present Sen- ior Class for this honor is Thomas Par- due. w’ho has served the class faithfully and w’ell as president. Tom was very active In the Operetta, handling much of the business related to it and at the same time taking an imoortant part in the cast. He has also been prominent in the work of the orchestra during the current year. In addition to this he has rendered valu- able service to the school as Captain of the Traffic Squad. By keeping his as- sistants efficient in the performance of their duties he has done away with the old time traffic congestion. In short, we may say that in all his activities this year, Tom has proved himself a born leader. We wish at this time to acknowledge the valuable help of Gordon Marston and Hjalmar W ' idell, whose services have been of inestimable value in put- ting out this last issue. EXCHANGE COMMENTS ; The Pilgrim, Pljmiouth, Mass — Your magazine is one of the finest which we have in our exchange lists. Your for- 1 eip n department is very good. Con- I gratulations on the editorials of which i you speak. It must have been very i good to have attracted the attention of so many large periodicals, j The Simondonian, Warren, N. H. — I Your magazine is very good for a small ! publication. We would suggest that I more space be given to accounts of your ! games. The Pinnacle, Meredith, N. H. — You have an excellent magazine. We espec- ially enjoyed your article on Lindbergh. We would suggest that you transfer the advertisements from the front of the I paper to the back. By doing this you 1 would gain much in its appearance. If i this caused a congestion of advertise- ! merits you might scatter a few jokes among them. The Holt Magazine, Liverpool, Eng- land — We are very glad to hear from you as you are one of our most distant exchanges. It is interesting to hear what other schools so far aw ' ay are do- ing, in the line of publishing a paper. : We consider your magazine a very good ; one. Poly Press, Baltimore, Maryland — , Your paper is excellent, as usual. It i is full of news of your school, j The Sagamore, Brookline, Mass. — ' Your sports are especially well handled. I We have admired your paper all the I year. The Broadcaster, Central City, Neb. — Your paper certainly lives up to its name. The Flashlight, Wellston, Mo. — You have an excellent paper. It shows a great deal of work. j Never hit a boy — he may be your daughter. Misprinted football score : 16 to 0 first garter. ! Hold ’em, Boston. I I ’31 (night of Junior Prom) : “Well I I guess I’ll give the girls a treat to-night.” j ’30: “Oh! so you’re not going to the I prom?” [ 18 ]