Thayer Academy - Black and Orange Yearbook (Braintree, MA)

Text from Pages 1 - 106 of the 1926 volume:

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LOUIS ADAMS FROTHINGHANI North Easton EVERETT STARR LITCHEIELD, ESQUIRE, Treasurer Brookline MERTON LESLIE EMERSON, ESQUIRE Braintree PERLEY ERNEST BARBOUR, ESQUIRE Quincy S. WILEY WAKENIAN, ESQUIRE Quincy UUEIUUIYH This your marks thv fifth iiIllllYt'l'SEil'j' of thf' 'lwliayvr lilawk and Urfuzgw. Thr' yt-ai' hook was initiatvd umlvi' tht' wiso and thougrhtliul SlIpt'l'YlSltJIl ol' Nlr. llinvlas. our athlc-tic fllI't'l'ltll'. just when wf'. tho vlaiss of 1926. wvrv CtlIllIll0Ilt'lI1gI our t'YPIIllilll t'iil'0f'I' in tht' 'liliayvi' Xvzitlmiiy. Wvith thc' hvlpful assistant-0 of thc' l'ac'ulty. tht' lilrzrk and Urruzgf' has llI'OgIl'f'SSOtl in tlxcollvnt fashion. ancl. wo hope: will Utllllllllltx to improve as thc' yvars pass by. xYll2llt'Yt'l' SIICCUSS wv may avliivw llIltllll'ltlllj wo fvvl will lw clue' to thc- willing: co-opvration ol' those pvrsons who so gvrivroiisly consontvd to aclw'1'tis0 in our book. 'l'hvi1' kimlnf-ss is fully applwwiatticl hy all those c'onn0t'tvcl in any way with this issuv of our annual. This yval' we havv atlvmptvcl to malw tho hook mort! intvrvsting to alumni of tho school by clvvoting IIlllt'l1 mort' space' to uovvs of l'ormvi' graduates. YV' haw' also Calltltl at tvnl ion to propvrt ies added or avtivitivs inauguratvcl during our lin- yt-ars at Vl1lltij't'I'. Viv sinct-raly hopv that thc' hook will prow' lIllt'l't?SllIlg.f to all who road its pagvs and that it will bc' a vrvclit to the' clear olcl svhool whose traflitions and VVUIlil0I'lllll spirit haw' hvlpvcl iuoulcl our characters cluring thf' bvst yvars of our lives. l ls! DJl'l9!4'L -, UL lf ll lLA LI If JNL if UI JI MQ 1f x xxx yweM,1 ff 1 M ng NK xxx IHUYH iff ML F. -H .. .. YEAR BOOK STA Managing Editor . Literary Editor . Advertising Manager Art Editor . . Activities . . Chronicles . Innovations . Photographs . Athletics Boys Girls . Alumni Notes Features . . ..,,I 9 lc- FF LAWRENCE HOVl'ARD . PHYLLIS ABELL . RICHARD PRATT WENDELL ZOEIILER . HELEN BENSON ALLEN PIERCE FRANCES BICKFORD . . JAMES FRICK . WALTER BARBOUR . PAUL KETCHUM . RUTH LANGLEY . LOUISE BENNETT . IIARRIET STEELE LUCILLE F OLSOM HECTOR DOUGLASS FA L Q ri ' ' 15 I 'D + t -4' ': THE FACULTY STACY BAXTER SOUTHWORT H, AB. Headmaster Harvard University. English. EDVVARD VVINSLOW HINCKS, Ph.B. Senior .llaster Brown University. Physical Education. RUTH ANNA ALDRICH, A.B. Middlebury College. French. LUCY EDNA ALLEN Harvard Summer School. Mathematics. MARY LAYINIA BRISCOE, A.B. Texas State College for VVomen. History. GRACE LOUISE BURKE, A.B. Radcliffe College. Mathematics and German. PAULINE VVENDELL CHELLIS Boston School of Physical Education. Physical Education. LOUISE KINGMAN EMERSON, A.B. Smith College. Mathematics. HARRIET CEMNIEL, A.B. Carleton College and University of VVisconsin. English. NORA A. KELLS New England Conservatory of Music. Harmony and Piano. F. ARTHUR HILTON, JR.. B.S., AIA. Bowdoin College and Harvard University. Physics and Chemistry. LOUISE ELIZABETH HOEH, A.B., Ed.M. Boston University and Harvard Lniversity. English. GEORGE EATON LANE, A.B., A.M. Harvard University and Columbia University. Latin. ROBERT CAMERON LEGGETT, A.B., Ed.M. Harvard University. French. FREDERICK W. J. LEWIS Boston University. Orchestra. VANCE WESLEY MONROE University Extension, American Institute of Normal Methods. Music. LILLIAN MAE SLEEPEP., A.B., Boston University. Latin. M ,M 4, 1 , 'WW xy wx W , X M X g X 5 W My f f fg- CLASS HISTORY - 1926 About this time of the year, when we see the coveted sheepskin hanging just above our heads, when we are feeling very important and bustling with pictures, year book, banquets, and the like, our Senior Class is very apt to be affected by a slight superiority complex as 't were. We were feeling in just this mood the other day, when we ran across a collection of old year books. The first one was the 1922 issue and there, in all its glory, we found our 'f prep picture! After the first surprise we remembered that first year with a great deal of pleasure. We remembered the first awe with which we attended classes - the first rather unparliamentary class meeting in which we elected Francis Long, President, John Palmer, Vice President: Phyllis Abell, Secretary and Virginia Barham, Treasurer. Fora good study in contrasts let us add our recollections of our first 'f Gym exhibition and our first exams! Then we picked up the next year book. That year we reelected the same class officers. How we did swell with pride when two boys - Francis Long and Samuel Wakeman- from our Class Four, made the first football team! The girls helped matters along by some good team work in field hockey. When VV inter came H Paul Ketchum upheld our honor on the school ice hockey team. After this Spring was not far behind and Francis Long, Norman George. and Herbert Baker 'S did themselves tand usb proud 'i on the first baseball team. The next year, our third, was more or less a repetition of the preceding year with a few more triumphs in the scholastic and athletic fields. At our Class Meeting, we reelected 5' Sam Long, President: Helen Benson was the new Yice President: Phyllis Abell was reelected Secretary and Sam Wfakeman was the new Treasurer. After Christmas the Senior Middle Class decided to have some regular dramatics, instead of the one act plays that had hitherto been given in the afternoon on account of lack of electric lights. But as we now had all the stage fixings, such as a new curtain. foot lights. etc., there was no reason why the play should not be held at night. So Miss Gemmel, our able coach. chose a play for us which she had coached before and one which she knew would be fitted to Thayer talents. The play was A. VV. Mason's 6' Green Stockings. On account of the great number of characters our third class was allowed to compete with the two higher classes for parts and two members of our class, Marion Davis and Samuel Wakeman, were chosen for the roles of 'L Celia Faraday 'l and 'S Mr. Faraday. Our fourth year at Thayer was certainly a success in every sense of the word. Helen Benson was elected President of the Girls' Athletic Association. Our class was well repre- sented in all athletic events while the 'L high lights of the class upheld our scholastic record. The class officers for 1923 were reelected for 1921 and served faithfully another year. At Thanksgiving we gave our Senior Middle Reception. The Assembly Hall was beautifully decorated with greens under the direction of M iss Battles. The affair was a decided success from every standpoint. At the beginning of the year, we decided on H Summer is A-comin' in,', a delightful English comedy, for our annual dramatics. Coached by Miss Gemmel, with the hearty co- operation of the faculty and of the students and friends of the Academy, the play could not help being the great success that it was. In the late Spring of 1925, we experienced our first real sorrow. Mr. Kells, our beloved Music Master, whom everyone in the school looked upon as a second father, suddenly passed away. He was a Creator of Harmony whom everyone loved and his loss was the greatest tragedy of our school life at Thayer. --QI 13 Ie-4 In June, we had charge of the Class Day exercises and we certainly carried things through in fine shape. We learned at this time that 4' there is no rest for the wealthy after our comparative wealth became known to other classes Cespecially the seniorsj. Finally, one bright September day, we gathered for our last opening day at Thayer. After taking stock of the new arrivals, the missing members and the E' recently shorn 'f sheep Cie. new 6' bobs D, we settled down to a busy year. The same class officers presided at our class meetings. Helen Benson was again elected President of the Girls' Athletic Association. During the year we were so busy wrestling with chemistry that we almost forgot to remember that we were at last dignified Seniors W and when we did bethink ourselves of our high estate - LO and behold! it felt just the same as being 4' preps - plus Cas before addedj the worry of atoms and molecules! On April 9, 1926, we had our Senior Dance at the Neighborhood Club. It certainly was a success in every sense of the word. As this goes to press our Senior Banquet and Commencement are still future events. As for the Banquet, we can only remember our capacity for enjoyment! In the matter of Commencement 5 we can only pray! As a whole, the Class of 1926 is not noted for a great deal of sentiment, but there is one thing that we are all agreed upon - that not one of us will ever be able to replace the days spent at old T. A. No matter how profitable and happy one's college days may be, 'S prep school days are always the happiest and certainly the most care free days of any student's life. Here we make 'gall year ,round ii friends instead Of such school day companions as one is apt to make in college. And where could we ever find such a faculty, who are such wonderful friends not only in school, but outside of class rooms as well? How we dread that feeling of sudden loss and emptiness which we know will come when, for the last, time, we file out ofthat dear old hall to the strains of H Thayer, Thayer, Forever! ATARION DAXTIS f Class Historian. .IUNIC THIS YEAR For two long years my heart at June Seemed overflowing with the tune Of summer holidays and fun. This year I wish June would not come. For now my heart feels sad and sore, For when I leave, I come no more Back to this school which seemed so dear Through other years, but now most dear. TOO late I seem to realize how Iive loved her, and to her I bow. FLORENCE ROBERTSON --:xl 1.1 Ia- ! CLASS OFFICERS FRANCIS LONG ......... President HELEN BENSON . . Vice-President PHYLLIS ABELL . . . Secretary SAMUEL W.AKE3IAN . . Treasurer LONG, FRANCIS, QSAMD Cornell O, he is the courageous Captain. First of all, we beg you will allow us to present Sir Francis Long, our leader, and our honored President. Of the baseball team, he's Captaing he's a whiz at hockey, too, And when it comes to basket ball - well, what he can't do! I-le's a shining star at footballg we think he's simply grand. We never call him Francis, to us he's just our Sam,'. Class President, 5, 4, 3, 3, L' Baseball, 4, 3, 25 Captain, L' Football, 4, 3, 2, L' Class Basket Ball, 5, 4. 3, 2, L' Hockey, 3, L' Dance Committee, 25 Glee Club, 2,' Secretary T. A. A. A., L' As- sistant ilflanager Dramatics, 2. BENSON. HELEN LUKENS, CBENNYD Connecticut Stale Women will love her, that she is a woman, More worth than any mang man, that she is The rarest of all women. Benn y must have kissed the Blarney Stone, for she has the rare gift of knowing how lo soothe our ruflled tempers by an ever- ready, ever-tactful word. Added to this, Benny is a fine friend, an able athlete, a dandy dancer, a splendid sport, and a dear girl - Now, what more could you want? Class Vice-President. 3. 17. I: Glee Club, 3. 9, L' Dramatics, 25 Year Book Staff. L' President C. A. A., L' Hockey. 4, 3, Q: Captain, L' Basket Batt, 4, 3, I. ABELL, PHYLLIS, CPHYLD an all-round girl, student and a belle. Able indeed is our Phyllis, Whether at work or at play, Ready to help on the year book, Or dance the dull hours away, Ready to excel in the class room, Or be with the gayest most gay. ' . A L V QQ ' f l 772 ,... 2 - A . i ' bfi Simmons 5' Here is a dear, a true, industrious friendf' Yes, Phyllis is one of those who have the gift of friendship - Class Secretary, 5, 4, 3, 2, L' Glee Club, 3, 2, L' Year Book Stajf, L' Dance Committee, 25 Hockey, 4,' Volley Ball, 3,' Property Committee, 2. -QI 15 rg.. WAKEMAN, SAMUEL, CSAMJ Cornell Are all thy conquests, glories, triumphs, spoils, shrunk to this little measure? Sam is a most essential member of our busy class, 'twould seem, For, first of all, he's Captain of our glorious football team! He helps to run our dances, he acts when there's a play, He tumbles with the tumbling squad, he rules the Thayer A. A. He's the one that takes our cash, when cash there is to gleang And last - and least important - he studies in between. Class Treasurer, 3, 2, L' Football, ll, 3, 2,' Captain, L' Secretary T. A. A. A., 2,' President, L' Athletic Board, 2, L' Year Book Stajf, L' Dramatics, 3,' Business Manager, 2,' German Play, 2,' Dance Committee, 2,' Tumbling, 3, 2,' Second Team Baseball, 3, 2, L' Deutsch Club. BATES, DONALD Boston University Sleeps easily, because he cannot study. 'T is very true, that life, for some of us, is rounded out by a sleep. Not even the heated arguments of the fifth period history class awaken our drowsy Donald from his dreams. Yet can it be that his propensity for private conferences foreshadows his par- ticipation in the world of business? At any rate, willy nilly - lgald wears a permanent smile. BARBOUP1, WALTER GRAHAM, CGAFFERD Bowdoin One man in his time plays many parts. If you want some one to manage a play, producing scenery and props H seemingly out of space, if you want some one to run a dance, getting the best hall and the jazziest orchestra for the least money, if you want some one to play center on a football teamg and if you want some one to do all these things cheerily, without any fuss, and with the best results - call on Walter, our good-natured jack-of-all-trades. Football, 2, L' Basket Ball Manager, 2,' llflanager of Dramatics, 2,' Tea Dance Committee, L' Year Book Staff, L BARHAM N IBGINIA, QGIN, GERD 4' Certain stars shot madly from their spheres, To hear the fair maid's music. 4' This is station T. A., broadcasting from the Boston Opera House, a concert by Miss Virginia Barham. the well-known young pianist who has astonished American and European critics by her remarkable performances both here and abroad. Are we proud of her? Well, rather. Class Treasurer, 5, 45 Dramatics, 2,' Glee Club, 3, 2, L .QI 16 Ig.. BENNETT, LOUISE ABBOTT 'S ---- her voice was ever soft, Gentle and low, an excellent thing in woman. Harkl What gentle murmur is that which meets our ears? 'Tis our Louise. Just you wait tho, until she bursts into song. Altho' Louise has been obliged to lose more time from school than any other member of '26, her record is one to be proud of' - nary a flunk, and always a sunny smile. Glee Club, 3, 25 Baseball, 55 Year Book Slajf, I. Blflxl- ORD lill NNFES, CFRANNYP Radcliffe Most prudent, of an excellent and unmatched wit and judgment . Here's the one person in all our noble class who can rival Paige when it comes to translating Virgil. The next time weire broke, we think we'll hire the '6 old town hall and run a Latin speed contest - Bickford versus Paige - with a brand new Aeneid to go to the winner. We wager 'S Franny will make Radcliffe sit up and take notice, next year! Clee Club. 2: Year Book Slajf, 15 Properly Commillee, 2. CBOSSCIQP, LILLIAN, CLILD Wheaton Far behind her worth Come all the praises that I now bestow. Take a generous amount of reliability, a quantity of' various athletic skills, and a delicious sense of humor, combine them into one little maid, and lol you have our Lil, an all-round girl. and a true friend. Vile wish you lots of' luck at Wheaton, next year, Lil. Hockey, 4. 3, lg Baskel Ball, 4, 3, 15 Volley Ball, 3. DAY lb, MARION, CDAVIED Connecticut State O, there be players that I have seen play, and heard others praise. VVho played the charming 'S Celia so admirably in Green Stockings? Who is the plucky person that struggled like a fiend behind the goal posts every fall? Who is the girl sitting in the back row of the lecture room, who groans every time the teacher looks her way? Who can put pep into every minute of the day, whether it be a chemistry test or a quiet study period? Who? Well! You ought to guess who! No one but Marion! Clee Club, 3, 2, 15 Dramalics, 3,' Hockey, 4, 3, 2, 1. 4-sl 17 Ie-- DOUGLASS, HECTOP1, CHECD L' He was a man, take him for all in all. I shall not look upon his like again. 'E Hee has been with us all through our career at Thayer, and we have learned to appreciate his quiet friendliness, his dry humor, and his absolute dependableness- especially in matters athletic. 'L Hee, we sure wish you the best of luck wherever you go next year! Second Team Football, 4, 3, 2, L' Tumbling, 4, 3,' Clee Club, 3,' Cerman Play, 25 Dramatics, L' Year Book Staff, L' Track Team, 2. DYER, VIRGINIA, CDIIS, DYER, GIND Skidmore - - - that noble lady Or gentleman, that is not freely merry, Is not my friend. For another example of the general cleverness and talent of 1926, witness 6' Gin. She is very, very clever, don't you see? She can dance, she can sing, She can act 'n everythingg She can urge our hockey team to victory. Clee Club, 3, 2, L' French Play, 25 Hockey, 4, 3, 2, L' Baseball, K 4, 3,' Volley Ball, 3. FRICK, JAMES WILLIAM, CJIMMYD llarvard He reads much, he is a great observer, and he looks quite through the deeds of menf' Keen of mind, With Words expert, Of serious mien, yet most alert To see the fun that's lurking 'roundg Inditferent air, yet zealous, too - Actor, member of the football crew. That's Jim! Year Book Staff, L' Dramatics, 2, French Play, 25 Hockey, 25 T Second Team Football, L' Second Team Baseball, 3, Q: Class Basket Ball, L FOLSOM, LUCILE, CGRIN, LU, CILEYD Vassar Who is Sylvia, What is she T hal all our swains commend her? No, this isn't a picture of the school sheik. It's the fair Sylvia, heroine of Summer is a-Comin Inf, or, as we know her in every- day life, Lucile. Her golden locks may be shaven and shorn, but her bright and happy self holds a place in our hearts. After she leaves us, she hopes to dance her Way through Vassar. Orchestra, 5, 4, 3, 2, L' Glee Club, 3, Q, L' Dramatics, 25 Hockey, 4, 3, L' Baseball, 3,' Basket Ball, 3. .QI TF.. HASTINGS, WALTER OLIVER, JR., CDALYD M. I. T. My soul grows sad with troubles, Sing and disperse them, if thou can'st. To gaze on Waller's serious expression, one would think he bore the cares of the entire school on his young shoulders. A veritable Atlas he seems. Or perhaps the camera man had him a bit Worried. However, please don't conclude that Walter is always so solemn. The earnest look may recur when his brain is tormented as gay and happy as the rest of us. CEMD Katherine Gibbs I am not only witty in myself, but the cause that wit is in other men. Pep should be her middle name. If there is any excitement, Emma is sure to be in the midst of it. What a snappy game of hockey and of basket ball she plays! You can't beat Emma where athletics are concerned. If you want to hear any popular song, just tune in on this certain party. If you want a hearty laugh, just join the group around Emma. Although Em is most proficient at sing- ing, dancing, and at all sports, of course she excels in her studies - once in a while! Glee Club, 3, 2, L' Tea Dance Committee, L' Treasurer, C. A. A., L' Hockey, 4, 3, 2, L' Baseball, 5, 4, 3,' Basket Ball, 4, 3. HERSEY, EMMA E., with atoms and theories, but outside the lecture room Walter is HOWARD, LAWRENCE LYFORD, CLARRY, SHYLOCK, BOSKYD Harvard A fellow of infinite jest, or most excellent fancyfl We rather suspected in our long-ago prep days, that Larry was a born actor, when, as Shylock, he roared forth a demand for his ducats or his daughterf' Then, when he blossomed forth as leading man in the Dramatics last year, we were sure of his talents. As year book editor, Larry has been a busy man. tHe says so lj In fact, he has felt called upon to absent himself from frequent classes in order to attend to his duties. Whatever college Larry decides to honor with his presence will receive a snappy and spirited cheer leader, as well as a potential music maker. Baseball, 4, 3, 2, L' Basket Ball, L' Class Basket Ball, 3, 2, L' Class Hockey, 2,' Second Team Football, 2, Dramatics, 2,' Glee Club, 3, 2, L' Year Book Editor, L' Tumbling, 3,' Tea Dance Committee, L' Cheer Leader, L GILMAN, QFREDD He's sure honest enoughg Would all the rest were so! If we were choosing the most honest and the most polite person in the school, the palm would go to Fred, without a doubt. In fact, after associating with Fred for five years, we begin to look upon George Washington as a sort of Ananias. But don't think that these are Fred's only good points - not at all. They are just the most prominent. Orchestra, 5, 4, 3, 2, L' Ticket lltanager, 2, L HOWE, FREDERICK The tithe of a hair was never lost.' KELLS, ELIZABETH HENDERSON, CBETTY, KELLSEYD Smith She hath borne herself beyond the promise of her age. Betty excels in her ability to play hockey and basket ballg use her brainsg see the funny side of anythingg eat candy under the watchful eye of the faculty - sometimes, and prepare a last- minute lesson perfectly in strange places and positions. Added to all this she is our very own class baby. Betty is coming back to Thayer for a P. G. Lucky T. A.! Glee Club, 3, 2, L' Orchestra, 4, 3, 2, L' Dramatics, 2,' Hockey, 3, 2, L' Basket Ball, 3. KETCHUM, PAUL ALLISON, CP. KETCHD Harvard The Worst that they can say of me is that I am a second brother. team appears before us! Vice-President T. A. A. A., L' Second Team Football 3 2 Captain, L' Class Basket Ball, 3, 2,' Hockey 4 3 Captazn 1 Baseball, 3, 2, L' Dramalics, L' Stage Manager 2 Year Book Staff, L' Dance Committee, 2,' Glee Club, 3 2 it Tumbling 4 3 Athletic Board, L KING, ROBERT GRIFFIN, CBOBJ Tufts I have no ambition to see a goodlier man. Meet our efficiency expert. No matter how intricate the problem, you may be sure that Bob, in his quiet Way, will fmd the easiest solution. Here's good luck, Robert, as you tackle your problems at Tufts! .QI 20 Ip.. I JENKINS, PHYLLIS MARY, QPHYLD Wheelock Phyllis may look shy and demure, but she IS really as lively as the liveliest. Whether she is floating through the air in mterpre tive dancing Cof which she is extremely fondj or sockmg the , hockey ball the length of the field, she always does It With vim But Phyllis' claim to a niche in the hall of fame lies in the unique fact that she has not succumbed to the Wiles of bobbed hair l Glee Club, L' Hockey, 3, 2, L' Basket Ball I But Paul doesn't rest on his famous brother s laurels Not in the least. Five years ago he set out to Wm a name for himself and from that day to this he has had a fmger Csometlmes a whole handl in every pie our class has concocted One day We have Wlth us Stingof' landlord of the Three Pigeons then 6X1 Stingo and enter Paul Ketchum, Writing mdustriously for the year book. Presto! Changeo! And the Captain of our swift hockey LANGLEY, RUTH Middlebury 'L All I can is nothing, To her who makes all other Worthies nothing. Mirabile dictu! Ruth, who so valiantly withstood the temp- tation for four whole years, has done it. Yes, she has bobbed her raven locks. Such a metamorphosis has, however, made no change in the quiet, even tenor of Ruth's ways. Glee Club, 2,' Orchestra, L' Year Book Slaj, 1,' Properly Commilteeg 2,' Hockey, ll, 3, 2, If Baseball, 4, 3: Volley Ball, 3,' Basket Ball, 4, 3. LEAHY, FRANCIS, CFRANKD Dartmouth You are as Welcome, worthy sir, as I have I words to bid you. Francis Leahy came to Thayer All ready for some knowledge. He's done his bit, a very good bit, And now he's off to college. Good luck, Francis! x MCJENNETT, MARY, CPOLLYD Wellesley 1 Shall we be merry? As merry as cricketsf, Polly is one of our new recruits, Who comes from Greenbush every day, Except when mammoth drifts of snow Keep merry Polly far away. We're glad she found her way to Thayer- This maid of merry laughter. We wish her joy in days to come, And all the years hereafter. Hockey. L' Basket Ball, 1. MCPHILLIPS, JAMES, CRED, MAC, .Imj Bowdoin A man of good repute, carriage, bearing and estimation. Although Jim's stay has not been lengthy, He's gained a place in six and twenty. Friendly ways, and a friendly smile, These are his assets all the while. Good luck, friend, where'er you go. Thayer's glad you came, we'd have you know. Baseball, 1. MILNE, MARJORIE BRADFORD, KMIDGE, MARGED I weigh my friend's affection with mine own. Midge may be tiny, but she holds a big place in our hearts. Short and sweet - that is Marge! She is one of the youngest in our noble class, too, but she can clog the light fantastic as well as - if not better than - the best of us. Glee Club, 3, 2, lg Baseball, ll, 3. NELSON, HELENE, QHEINIED Katherine Gibbs H Were she other than she is, she were unhandsomef' Since her prep days, Helene has been among us, with a glowing smile and a merry jest. Heinie has always been our shining star at basket ball, and this last year she has attempted to make us shine as well. Here's to the future, Helene, and may your radiant smile always remain undimmedl Baskel Bull, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1. OGDEN, WARREN GREENE, Jn., QPORKYD H They that ride so, and ride not warily, fall into foul bogsf' Like the monarch bold of ancient days, Who'd change his kingdom for a steed, Our 'L Porky U goes his devious ways, On a motor bike with speed. And does this take courage? Fresh, Cor rather, sorej, from recent attempts, we agree unanimously that it does. Otherwise, Porky is a rather shy, but resourceful, young man. Second Team Football, 25 Vice-President Deulscb Club, 25 Tumbling, 4, 3, 2. PAIGL, ERNES1' L' New honors come upon him. After we poor bluffers have stammered painfully through a few, Qvery fewj, lines of Virgil, what comfort it must bring to the sorely tried spirits of our teachers, to hear Ernest's quiet voice flow on, with never a break or a ripple, carrying the wandering Aeneas from country to country so rapidly that the rest of us are usually about two islands and three sacrifices behind him. Had Virgil had Paigels collaboration, we tremble to think of how many masterpieces that worthy poet might have produced. --:I 22 Ie-- PALMER, EDWARD EYERETT, JR., CTEDD University of Maine He is given to sports. Tedls Tendencies Turn Toward the Triumphant Thayer Teams. We Thrill to watch Ted Tear Terrifically Through T 'other Team, Twisting, Turning, Tackling- a Tireless Terror. Touch- down ! Three Thayersn for Ted! Thayer Trembles at the Thought of Turning Ted's Talents over to Maine. Football, 4, 3, Q, 1: Baseball, 5, 4, 3, Q, 15 Class Basket Ball, 5, 4, 3, Q5 Basket' Ball, 1: Dramalies, If Orchestra, 5, 4, 3, Q5 Tumbling, 4, 3. PALMER. JOHN, QJIJHNNYQ University of Maine Look here, upon this picture, and on this. the counterfeit presentment of two brothers. Johnny has tried his hand at everything. from football to acting, during his career among us, including a successful term as Yice-President of our class, and a valiant attempt to drown out the fiddles in the orchestra with his clarinet. Johnny is somewhat modest and retiring, but We know he's always right there when We want to call on him. Orchestra, 3, 25 Football, L' Second Team, 3, Q: Second Team Baseball. 4, 3. ?,' Dramalics, lg Vice-Presiderzi. 5, 4. PIERCE, ALLEN YAIGHAN, CPIERCY, ALLYJ Some time I shall sleep out, the rest I'll whistle. Here you have one of the trio that has made history in Thayer. What kind of history? Not American, no, indeed. Perhaps that trip to the sunny South a couple of years ago has some connection with Allen's easy-going. somewhat sleepy, and altogether happy-go- lucky nature. Rut then, what would life be if we were all serious? Baskel Ball. 4. 2: Year Book Staff, 1: Second Team Baseball, 2. POWERS, DOROTHY, CDOTD ls't possible that on so little acquaintance you should like her? Not only possible, but true. We haven't seen as much as we Would wish of Dot this year, for she is a tiny, quiet person, and besides, she has had to miss a good many days from school. How- ever, in the short time we have had to become acquainted with her, we have decided that she has the happy gift of making friends wherever she goes. 4-QI 23 11:-4 ROBERTSON, FLORENCE JEAN Mass. General Hospital 'L Fair thoughts and happy hours attend on you. We'll have to admit that Florence has chosen her future vo- cation wisely tshe plans to be a nurse, you knowbg for she is quiet, unobtrusive, and efficient. Good luck, Florence! SCHWIND, PHILIP JACOB, CPHIL, SCHWVINDLEJ Amherst 2 A What is the end of study? Let me knowf, This is an engrossing problem, Phil. We don't wonder you are oft obliged to neglect such matters as Latin and math. But never mind, your inventive turn of mind puts you in the class with Julius Caesar himself -without bothering with Latin -for the bridge you constructed was worthy of old Veni, vidi, vicif' himself. French Play, 2,' Second Team Football, 2. SIMS, SAMUEL ROBERT, QSILENT SIMD Georgia Tech- Silence is the perfectest herald of joy. 'A Silent Sim's silence, plus his short time with us, have made him more or less of a mystery - but we have an idea that he is a very superior sort of individual, especially when We hear those elusive chemical terms, and vague, shadowy dates in history slip off his tongue. The only fault we have to find with Silent Sim is that he didn't come to us sooner. We certainly hate to miss anything good. SOUTH, MARION ELEANOR O! She will sing the savageness out of a bear. Marion is our class songbird, who can trill forth melodious ditties in any key or language. French, German, or English- it's all the same to her. At Christmas time we decided that Marion would be right at home in a gay costume, behind the footlights. Glee Club, 2, L' Orchestra, 3, 2, 1,' Chairman Candy Committee for Foreign Plays, 2. --al 24. Ir-- STEELE, HABRIET GIFFORD, CHARRY STEELIED Radcliffe Besides, she hath prosperous art, And well she can persuade. A dillar, A dollar, A ten o'clock scholar, - That isn't our Harriet. Just look at the A's Her report card displays, And you'll see why we all call her clever! Glee Club, 3, 2,' Orchestra, 2, 1,' Hockey 4 3 2 Basket Ball, 4, 3,' Dramatics, 1,' Property Committee, 2 Year Book Staff 1 TIBBETTS, WALLACE B. JR., CWALLYD M. I. T. A man of travel that hath seen the worldf' Voici, Monsieur Tibbetts! Isn't he a good-looking F renchmanil But wait till you hear him parler francais. Wally spent a whole summer abroad, and now he can j abber away as fast as any Parisian who was born and brought up on the banks of the Seine. Can you guess who was the faultlessly-dressed young man who carried off the role of hero in the French play with such a calm air of as- slurance and savoir faire? Vous avez raison. C etait Wallace lui- meme. Clee Club, 3, 9, 1: French Play, 2. When she will play with reason and discourse WENTVVOBT H, OLIVE EYELYN, COLLIED Boston University Pleasure and action make the hours seem short. This sunny, dark-eyed lass, Whom we're proud and glad to claim, Has ne'er yet bobbed her locks, Herein should rest her fame. She's a happy, friendly lass, And Olive is her name. Ctee Club, 2, 1,' Hockey, 3, 25 Basket Ball, 4, 3,' Baseball, 4, 3,' Votley Ball, 3,' Candy Committee, 2. WALSH, MARION LOIS Vesper George School of Art L' She that was ever fair, and never proud, Had tongue at will, and yet was never loud. What an opportunity Shakespeare missed by not knowing Marion. Had she only lived about three hundred years ago, doubtless that renowned dramatist would have starred her as the dark-eyed heroine of one of his masterpieces. But just the same, we're mighty glad she wasn't alive then, for what would we do without Marion to run our dances and brighten the dark days with her sunny disposition? Glee Club, 3, 2, 1,' Chairman Dance Committee, 25 Chairman Candy Committee for Dramatics, 2g Tea Dance Committee, 1,' Hockey, 3, 2, 1,' Baseball, 5, 4. .QI 25 lc.. WOODWORTH, RUSSELL, CWOOD YD A quiet, friendly lad. He's toiled with us, and played with us, And laughed when we were glad. He's sung with us in Glee Club, too, To pass the time olday. We hope good luckill smile on him, 'llo brighten all his way. Glee Club, 3, 2. Z0 EH L ER, W EN DELL Art School 6' ----- so famous, So excellent in art, and still so rising. Whenever a poster or a drawing is needed, be it scenery for a play, or a cartoon of the football team in action, Wendell is set to work. And can he draw? Weill say he can! Room I has been fairly deluged with newspaper clippings about our 4' boy genius, who has painted every one from Dickens to Lady Diana Manners. Some day we expect that the students of Miss Hoeh's English classes will be giving oral themes about Zoehler, the Rising American Artistf' Glee Club, 3, 2, 75 Year Book Slay, 1: Scenery Cornmillee, 1. CUFLER, HENRY Harvard 4' A marvelous witty fellow, I assure you Hurray for Q. H. S. - and two huirays fo1 lhayer VVhat say, Henry? '6 Who is the best-looking boy in my class and why am 19 Gaze at him again, and you'll find out Henry IS decidedly proficient at his studies, when he decides to take them in hand But have you ever watched him play basket ball9 He is always johnny-on-the-spot, and he certainly has helped to uphold the honor of the team. Basket Ball, 1. e1 126 Ia '6 To be a well-favored man is the gift of fortune Five years our Woodyls been with us, A few of our classmates are coming back to Thayer next September, for another year. Of course Captain- elect Young of the football team will be among those who return. 'C Johnny is improving, these bright spring days. for he now arrives on time every morning. With him will come Carlysle Kretsehman, and Charles Murphy, with his perpetual grin, to fight for the old Black and Orange. The walls of Thayer will look down for another year on Dot Jenkins and Loring Towne, who were charter members and loyal supporters of '26g we will welcome back, too, Ruth Welch, who for two years has been one of the most dependable members of our class. Eleanor Low has been with us such a short time, that Thayer will be glad of an opportunity to become better acquainted with her next fall. Dick i' Pratl's faithful and industrious work for the Year Book has won him a large niche in the affections and admiration of the class, and he will be welcomed back with open arms. We only wish we could all come back with him. Bowdoin will claim three of our members for the next four years. Perhaps we shall read in the paper of Manager Knowles, one of the finest athletic managers the College has ever knownfy After Asa has spent a season directing the geometry baseball team,- well. any- thing may happen. To Brunswick, too, will go H Brud Bartow, who came to us so recently that we hate to have him leave us. and H Jack Queen, who helped make our Senior dance such a delightful affair. Clarence Arber came to us from Dorchester High to prepare for Colby College. and incidentally to lend his support to the football and baseball teams. We hate to part with him so soon, but we know Colby will welcome him warmly. Many dark mornings have been brightened by Joseph Hunt and his H blonde H hair. He shines, too. in history class. Dates roll from Joe's tongue like water from the prover- bial duck's back. After he has spent four years way out in Illinois, at Wfheaton College. we predict the publication of Hunt's History of America. VVe surmise that September, '26, will see Lisena Di Bona entering the portals of Rad- cliffe. Al. any rate, Lisena has been working hard to prepare for the C. Bs Louise Blaser has decided that a school of Journalism will be her next stopping place. Doesn't that sound terribly serious for a young lady as merry and sunny as Louise? VVe just know she'll make good. tho'. Bob Blake has been with our class for only one short year. YYe only wish he had come to us sooner. for now we've got to pass him on to Tech. And last. but by no means least, comes Bud Payson, our all-round athlete. We hate to think of what the football, hockey, and baseball teams will do without Perley next year. But we are glad we met him? You bet we are! VVe love our old academy Our school and campus fair, All too soon has come the day To bid farewell to Thayer. -il 27 Ig.. - C 5, Jai- Xi EX- fspgy ,J f F ' Q29 3327 V in 41 ,iffy YA il ffl if yr' +V I 337 Y yvkg V i I VX I t J 4 .us ' . Q! 'ti ' -A C ' Hvvf-' . My CLASS OFFlCliliS I1AM1LToiy llUT'l'ON . President iVlADELEN PERRY . Vzre-President CAROLYN ill-XNA Secretary FHAMQ liENIICK . Treasurer IIISTOHY OF CLASS TWO Five years ago. the class of l92T entered Thayer .-Xcademy, the first eighth grade to come to this school. l nder Nliss Portf-r's direction, we presented two plays that tirst year, Dickens' Christmas Carol. and scenes from Shakespeaies Xlidsummer Yight's Dream. Although we were the youngest class in the school, the girls won the athletic cup for track, to the great chagrin ol' our older sisters. The next Year our class increased by half. and we became known as H Jre sf, hlost of ., , l our time we spent learning the declensions of Latin nouns, and discovering that ta-I-hj2: Ca?-l-2ab-HND. ln the third class, as .luuior Xlids. we began to feel that we were really grown up. ln the Lincoln Essay contest. the tirsl one ever held in this school. llamillon Hutton won the medal with a paper entitled, The Nlental Breadth of .Nhraharn Liucolnf, The girls won the inter-class hockey championship, and thus gained their coveted monograms. This year we are dignified Senior Middles, and very busy ones, too. First, we held our Reception, which we claim is the best one ever given, at the Neighborhood Club, in Quincy. On March tifth and sixth, we presented She Stoops lo Conquer, Oliver Goldsmithls quaint old play of a hundred and fifty years ago. 'S Next year, one of our number says, H most of us expect to attain the dignified positions of Editors of the Year Book, models for the rest of the school, and burners of the midnight oilf' NIARY F. KIMBALL, 1927 CLASS BULL IXDAYIB, .IRAN ARBER, CLARENCE BAKER, CARL F. BAKER, DOROTHY BALKAM, LIYCELIA BARTOWY, HOWARD . BELLIVEAU, ALBERT B. BLUNT, flERTRL'Dl-I W. BROWN, BIARION BURNAAI, PIIILIP XY. K BIJTTERWORTH, XNAILLIS G COBB, RUSSELL E. CHEEVER, IIELEN CHRISTENSEN, RAIHNA CHURCHILL, GEORGE CONVERSE, DONALD C. DANA, CAROLYN DINSNIOOR, STANLEY P. GASSETT, WILLI,ANl ll. GOHMAN, DORIS E. HALL, ADALINE B. HALL, CATHARINE B. HIARRIS, KATHLEEN H EFFERNAN, EDWARD M. PIIGGINS. BARBARA l10LBRO0K. ARTHUR C. HULL. BARBARA l1UTTON. HAMILTON M. JOBIN. LOUIS J., JR. KIYIBALL, DIARY F. KNIGHT, BIARGARET LANTERY, RAYMOND LOUD, ELIZABETH BICCONARTY, ELIZABETH MGC TREGOR, NIARION BIAHAN, ELLEN BIURPHY, PHILIP PERRY, .XIADALEN IRENIICK. FRANK E. RYAN, BEATRICE P. SANGSTER, E. Ross SHANE, IQLIZABETH SOUTH, F RANK VVATERS, FOSTER WHITCOHB, BARBARA VVILLIAMS, IIERMANN WTYLIE, ELIOT 3928 'N i 1 l l 0' f , .f S .J cLAss OFFICERS ROBERT lllJTTON ...... President FRANCES JXLDRICH . . Vice-President BARBARA ELLIS . Secretary JOHN HAAIIEN . Treasurer IIISTOHY OF CLASS 'I'llBliE Aided by the oft-reiterated descriptions which form the introduction of every Well- regulated class history, we can still remember our A' prep i' days, although four years have passed since we began our ardent pursuit of knowledge at Thayer. As the sixth class, we elected class officers, presented three scenes from Dickens' Christ- mas Carol, and published the 6' Now and Then,', a class magazine. In the fall of 523, our ranks were swelled to twice their former number by graduates from the Braintree and Quincy grammar schools. Our class, in spite of the inevitable changes time brings, remains on the whole as it was then. During our third year, we worked hard, both scholastically and athletically. Our boys began to be represented on the football and baseball second teams, and our girls showed the upper classes there was need to look to their laurels. This fall, after a series of thrilling hockey games, our girls lost the championship, one ill-fated day. We take consolation in the fact that the victors will still be here next year. Beware, '27! Several of the boys made the football team, which played in the South Shore League. The games were thrillers! Both boys and girls are working hard for '28 in basketball. Another exciting event in the third class year is the award of the Lincoln Essay Medal. We listened with both pleasure and protit to the reading of the essays by Katherine Mac- Kinnon, Bobert Hutton, Frances Baker, and Carolyn Ferris. We, the class of ,28, still look forward to the time when we shall be august seniors, but as the years roll on, some of the golden haze has vanished, and we try in vain to hold the joyous mist that eludes us and slips through our fingers. VICKERY HUBBARD, 1928 A'.,,,,p-um. ALBEE, YIRGINIA ALDRICH, FRANCES BAKER, FRANCES BARHAII, BIARJORIE BATCHELDER, NATALIE F. BATCHELDER, YELMA C. BINLEY, BRUCE M. BENSON, PAUL BINLEY, BRUCE M. BLAKE, ALINE BROWN, OLIVE BROWN, OLIVE W. CARNEY, PARKER D. CLEAVES, FORD B. CLEVELAND, TEMPLETON COOK, LUCILE CUTLER, DAVID Dow, A. IVIORRISON, JR. ICLLIS, BARBARA P. ISRB, CAROLA Y. FALCONER, FRANCIS FERRIS, CAROLYN D. FIELD, WILLI.ANI li., JR. FRENCH, GEORGE T. FROST, DOROTHY M. GODFREY, ELINOR HAGEN, JOHN A. HIXON, BARBARA J. HODGES, CHARLES HOLLIS, JOHN CLASS ROLL AAI 31 fp-A HUBBARD, NJARTIN C. llUBBARD, YICKERY HUTTON, ROBERT M. IRVING, EVELIE L. JONES, GEORGE A. J OSLIN, RUTH JUSTICE, ARTHUR M. KEITH, BIARCIA T. KENNEDY, LEROY C. BIACIQINNON, KATHERINE BJERRIAM, ELIZABETH BIYATT, LESLIE PATTEN, NANCY D. PUTNEY, R. LARRY QUINN, FLORENCE IC. RYDEH, SALLY SAMPSON, IIELEN M. SARGENT, ELIZABETH SCUDDER, STEVEN SEARLE, CATHARINE SEARS, YFHONIAS E., JR. SHAW, BARBARA SHELDON, BARBARA SIMPSON, EVERETT TRUITT, GEORGE VAN RAALTE, WINIFRED 3 YINSON, ROGER F. YYE, TUCKER WALKER, KENNETH C. WHEELER, STIRLING I.B lla il.-iii ,mg ---f .NT sul, 'I' il., ,iI?I?iL p-L L- J s asswzr - CLASS OFFICERS BROOKS DYER. ..... . President FRANK H oLBRooK . Vice-President' CAROLYN PERRY . Secretary RICHARD Woonslm . Treasurer HISTORY OF CLASS FOUR T. A. '29! With this honorable Lille to write proudly after our names, We felt we might even dare this untried world of learning, might pry with curious fingers into the secrets of the Ancients, and try for ourselves the tongue of the Caesars! XVe were the sixth class! During that first year, We gave a presentation of 'S Master Skylarkf' that met with success beyond our wildest hopes, and we contributed a long list of names to the Honor Roll. Next came another year of baby olass,', and now we are Juniors, placed at last out of the clutches of our all too present older brothers and sisters, who expound the theory of Fresh is the freshman, who doesn't need salt. We are not yet notables of the gridiron or track, but We try, and keep on trying, and some day - who knows what fame We may not win for ourselves, and for dear old T. A.P VIRGINIA RICHMOND, 1929 -'al 32 Ir-- CLASS BULL BAKER, JANET BROWN. THELMA BURKE, EDWARD BIJTTERWORTH. CHARLOTTE CLAFF, WNARREN L. CLEAVES, HERBERT COE, HELEN COLLINS, RUSSELII CONNELL, WILLIANI CORDELL, M. NIABEL CURTIS, PAUL R., JR. CURTIS, li. SPRAGUE DEMERITT, RAYMOND DOUGLASS, ETIIEL DYER. BROOKS LTLA, LEWIS GOWAN, JOHN HAMILTON, FRANCIS W., JR HEALY, YIRGINIA HOLBRIJIJK, FRANK C. HOLT, PERRY A. KENT, AVIS KELLEY, JOHN KERR, RUTH H. KIMBALL, CHARLOTTE LEWIS, ELIZABETH LEWIS, HERBERT W. -SI 33 LORD, RIAE li. RIILLER, HARVEY C. NEAL, FORREST I.. JR NOTTAGE, PAUL OGGIER, LOUISE PATTERSON, BETSY PERRY, CAROLYN PIERCY, RUSSELL L. RAWSON, JAMES REAY, HELEN REDMAN, MARY RICHMOND, YIRGINIA ROGERS, BENJAMIN S. RUGGLES, EDVVARD RYAN, GLADYS M. SCHULZE, ROBERT H. SMITH, RIARJORIE C. SPRAGUE, HAROLD TAYLOR, BARBARA TAYLOR, MARGARET TORREY, THURLETA TURNER, DOROTHY WALDECZKER, ELSA WALKER, VIRGINIA WAY, DAVID WHITE, F. GILBERT WILLIAMS, HARRISON 1' WOODSUM, RICHARD i- all , f -5. If vig -I-32 Exxsqfx . .1 L- 4' - 'V-W F -ixiilwfllllfp c , E I 9 305 Y ' ' I it ,. - A --S e- L . f,mwX, 1 F J 'i s 1 fi f,,2J?' I YJ 4 ,f , 1 2- I V' Y -f 13-fL:1 '1 ',iff!' -214 T I' ' f - ag ! I I ii ' , if l- .4:iilZ:' I 7, fl inffa fi -TE-T55 12? -fe V ll X. -ti ki - ' 1 Mitt ' , Eiaejlfiifll my - i ' .uno-.' ina-:kg 4,1 1 lk ,ni x CLASS OFFICERS .loHN HILLIER. ..... President YVILBUR OFRAFTON . . Vice-President AIEREDITH DAVIS . Secrelary GORDON BAIRD Treasurer HISTORY OF CLASS FIVE H llurrah! VVe are drawing nearer to our destination, at last, exclairns one of thc part y. VVe are journeying toward Graduating Castle. To reach the Castle, we must cross the Latin Sea. We shall experience many exciting and fatiguing adventures. Storm, Snow, and Vacation Islands sometimes bestow rest on our wearied companions. VVe never hesitate on our journey, for we have confidence in Cap- tain Sleeper, who guides us. Algebra Jungle is occasionally hard to pass through - though there are times when we arrive in a pleasant spot. Equation Trees tower above our heads, and we trample upon Problem linderbrush f Cfor we are successful in many of our undertakingsl. Lieutenant limerson cheers us on, until we should like to follow our friend forever, through this jungle. There are many pitfalls and bogs to detain us in the Grammar Country, but we had a pleasant sojourn in the Land of Myth. and we enjoyed our sail with the Ancient Mariner, under Guide Gemmel's leadership. VW have not yet found History Mountain very hard to climb, for Pathfinder Briscoe is always helping us over the difficult places. Vlihen we reach the summit, we gaze hack over the Land of Long Ago. One day We met in a quiet locality and proceeded to eleet leaders who could help our guides during the excursion. VVe chose .Iohn IIillier, Wilbur Trafton, Meredith Davis, and Gordon Baird as our officers. It Will take us four years more to reach the Castle, but the inspiring influence of our great Commander, Mr. Southworth, will bring us to our goal with honors! MARGARET Games, 1930 -:I 34 Ie-- CLASS ROL ABERCROMBIE, ROBERT ALDRICII, LZERARD BAILEY, BOLLIN BAIRD, CQORDON BAKER, ARTHUR BARNARD, CHARLES BARNES, W ILLARD BEACH, LAURA BENNETT, CHARLES BISBEE, RICHARD BLASER, FRANCES BROOKS, ARTHUR COOK, CHARLOTTE CRAWFORD, ALFRED CUMMINGS, JOHN CUTLER, HELEN DAVENPORT, PAULINE DAVIS, NIEREDITH DAY, RUTH DOW, JOSEPH DYER, WILLIAM FOLSOM, H.ARRIET FOLSOM, JOHN FRENCH, WALTER .QI 35 Ik.. L CNOSPELIIYS. ALFRED S. GODFREY, GORDON CRIMES, JAJARGARET HILLIER, JOHN KELLEY, DIAVID KENT, JAJARJORIE LEETE, WILLI,AXI M ARSTON, BIJTH MORGK, RUTH M OTT, ARTHUR PAINE, CARROLL PETERSON, JYATALIE POTTER, PRUDENCE BAYNER, MARGARET ROGERS, M ARY SCHULZE, KATHARINE STORRS, WILLIIANI rl-'ERI-IUNE, BOSEIIARY T ILDEN, DOROTHY TRAFTON, WILBL'R WALDECKER, LENA WETHERBEE, NATHANIEL WILLIS, BARBARA WOODSUM, B. HERBERT 4ng'- F V WY in-L-gi f- Z f i it - i 'i it Q xL1 f f 51 Kita' 'w R' . .M 5- ,..- -2-1 if D- ' or ' Q ,W H. , Vive began the year with a birthday party. Amid loud acclaim a single candle was lit to celebrat e the first, birthday of Thayerlands School. During the course of the year we have not only continued our magazine, The Erergreell, and our class organizations, but we have introduced to the world the Thayerlands Orchestra and the Scribblers' Club. The movements of the Scribblers' Club are secret and excite much euriosit y among the non-initiated. but since only those who like to write stories are members, we suspect that they are a group of promising young authors. The first real event of the year was the seventh grade's performance of an original Columbus play. Later the sixth grade dramatized the life of Hoses while the fifth grade with the help ol' the sixth gave the Thanksgiving program. One morning Father Time visited the school. After a series of tableaux showing the different. ways of telling time. he led us into the hall, and there Priscilla Nickerson unveiled a beautiful banjo clock which she was presenting to the school. The biggest dramatic production of the year was Dickens's A CnRIsTx1As CARoL, given by the eighth grade at Thayer Academy llall. VV e shall never forget the Fezziwig's Dance, Bob Crat,chit's jolly laugh. nor old Scrooge's miserly ways. The liaster play, a dramatization of Longfellow's Knxo ROBERT OF SICILY by the seventh grade, was much simpler than A CHRISTNIAS CAROL, but it was very well done. Vile have had many interesting speakers this year. One morning Mr. Gorbold took us with him to far distant Babylonia. where we rode on camels and walked the sun-baked streets with strange people. Mr. Southworth came on Washingtonis 'Birthday and gave us a stirring talk on George Washington, after which Richard French presented a beautiful silk state flag to the school. VVe have not forgotten Miss Briscoe's talk on Texas, nor how we sat on the edges of our chairs during her story of the siege of the Alamo! Our most recent speaker, Mr. Wilson, inspired us with a renewed interest in birds and their songs. Our parties this year have been varied. lt did not take us long at our Halloweien party to discover how slippery apples could be when hung upon strings from the ceiling. Then came the sleigh rides. Both the sixth and eighth grades went on them. We snowballed till we were weary and had many highly exciting skirmishes. After one of these came the cry, 'A Hat overboard l and lusty were the cheers when the vagrant, hat was rescued from a near-by stream. Three times we have been carried far from the walls of Thayerlands: once, when Grade Eight went to the Boston Museum of Fine Arts to see the Sargent Exhibit, once when Grade Seven cheered itself hoarse over the chariot race in BEN HUB, and once when Grade Six visited the Children's Museum in Jamaica Plain. However far our trips may have taken us, there has always been the return to Thayer- lands, but as June draws near, We realize that soon the time will come when We shall leave E' the little school behind the hedges for our new life at Thayer, and that time we shall not come back. A-at 36 Ie-- FIFTII and Sl XTII GRAIDES SEVENTH GRADE EIGHTH GRADE -'QI 37 Iw- f51U 7 f11 uv- LQ... RAY '-ANN! ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION OFFICERS President, SAMUEL XNAKEMAN Vice-President, P.-KIQL KETCHUII Secretary, FRANCIS LONG Treasurer, MR. HINCKS Auditor, MR. SOUTHWORTII Manager Football, HERMANN WILLIANIS Manager Baseball, STEPHEN SCUDDER Manager Basket Ball, WILLIS BUTTERWORTH Jlanager Hockey. FOSTER W.ATERS 5-:II GOLF Thayer was first represented in the M Royal and Ancient Game H in April, 1925. Since that memorable date the golf team has plodded steadily onward, and amassed a total of ten victories against one defeat and one draw match. Truly, here is a record that commands attention. The 1925 team was a six-man outfit. Seven victories, no defeats - H nuff sed.', This spring we have not been quite as successfulg there have been only three victories, with a defeat and a tie. St.. Maryis High and the Boston Latin were whitewashed 6-0, Burdett .College was lucky to get a M point, Dummer Academy held us even, and Exeter left us in the dust to the tune of 5-'t. History will probably record that the match with Dummer was the most notable of the year. Previous to that date the golf team was an orphan. Nobody loved usg the A. A. had refused to support us, and we were cruelly left to our fate. On May 7th Miss Emerson kindly offered to chaperon us on our trip to Dummer. Though Miss Emerson didn't know what she was getting herself into, the golf team did. We immediately seized the opportunity, and now we have a home. lt's frightfully contagious - this game called 'S golfln The match with Exeter was, of course, the event of the season. Realizing that our opponents were top-notch golfers, and that the odds were all in their favor, since they were playing their home course, which was totally unknown to us, we went out to do our Hdarnd- est for the school. The 5-l score by which they beat us tells only half the story. Capt. Finlay and Hersey of Exeter had to put together a best-ball of 67 to take three points from llam H Hutton and Temp Cleveland. That was good enough golf to hold Bobby Jones and Hagen. Finlay had an individual 69, a new course record. In the second match Bob 7' Hutton got Thayer's lone point after a hard fight. Exeter evidently saved all their good shots for us, for they made few poor ones. We were well satisfied with the result, know- ing that Exeter it sweat for its bread! For next year we predict a different story. Watch usl The present team will be back again: Dog Churchill. the 'L wildest, H Temp Cleveland, the gamest, Bob H Hutton, the individual star, and the writer, who arranges the matches. A l OOTBALL PLAYER By VV. C. LEFRoY lf l could paint you, friend, as you stand there, Guard of the goal, defensive, open-eyed, Watching the tortured bladder glide and slide lfnder the twinkling feetg arm bare, head bare, The breeze a-tremble through crow-'tufts of hair, lied-brown in face, and ruddier having spied A wily foeman breaking from the sidej Aware of him, of all else unawareg If I could limn you, as you leap and fling Your weight against his passage like a wall, Clutch him, and collar him, and rudely cling For one brief moment till he falls - you fall, My sketch would have what Art can never give - Sinew and breath and bodyg it would live. -QI 410 Ig.. t E 'V' xF'iuL W., 25 i'2 f 2 e7 f X rr'70W,J N -J r-v 1 Q Ev Eg f fl Il I2 in 'H VJLQ E, ,gg 1 3405-'t nz -.5 in 7 1 -' nffff If J i - Z U11 l in '- y E If L i' 11 1 - HVV alll i. 1. , Auf- --Lf AWJJ - A ' :,Lifi5x S J.. A Y.. L, -.A ' ' fs ,eff ..,fig,:,5,,x, 1 5 -1. --: 2 A L- Q, -ii I K 1 x -NL? ' E-'71 E E gn -' .X . I Ai. - I' ' ' ' 553. ' Q -T: -.. E gf, .,.- - ' at XE - ' F: I' : 5 Eff 'i - 'W 5 Z' E i z. , ii' kg . 252 , FL, f 5 E' x that gif rate? g?3g,-- 8 V 4, ijt-j,e-id :a . 1.5. va E .1 X 5? 5 5 'A--' ' ..-.. T :' ii.?x1 52-- xi A, - A - 7 'CIAA ,g6, - I' .-2: - MXH T FO0'I'HXI I 1123 T 27 i ' z 'lt ' g 1 5 - .' an . 'il l,oys ca lhe I9 1 loolball teun play -d tlnou h 1 yely successlul seison lle ' within one point of being undefeated during all their games. The prospects all pointed toward a successful season. The strongest candidates were Captain Xhiillxttllliill, Long. Lantery. the two Pallncrs. lila. Nallee. Cook. Young. lxretseh- nlan. Sullivan. Harbour. Xlurphy. and Payson. Thayer won its games from lloxbury Latin. Country Day. Yoblc and tlrecnough. and l'oinl'ret. lt tied St. Xlark's and Tabor and lost to lluntington by one point. Thayer couldn't St't'Ill to get its attack started against lluntington. Several tiines we reached the Vicinity ol' Huntington's goal line only to lose the ball on downs. Huntington scored on a plunge through the center of the line and kicked the goal al'ter the touchdown. Thayer received the kickoff and worked the ball down the lield until Nlurphy went across the goal line on a seventeen yard run. tiapt. Wakeman failed the goal and the game was lOsl A-6. The best game ol' the season was played at l'oml'ret. The boys knew they were up against a bard team but they determined to win by lighting spirit if by nothing else. The teamis motto for this game was Ulu' heads may bc blooded but unbowcdfi Thayer started out well and scored in the first period on a seventy-yard march down the field. liretsehman went oyer for the touchdown and Capt. Ylakeinan kicked the goal. ln the third quarter Ponifret scored on a long forward pass. They also kicked the goal. Our boys were dis- heartened but uneonquered. They eontinued to play sayagely. but in the last period Pom- fret was inside our live yard line. Defeat was staring us in the face but i'Tcddy', Palmer came to the rescue by intercepting a forward pass, and Thayer started another march down the Held. On our own thirty-liy e yard line. Barbour picked up a loose ball and raced down the Iield with it. Ile rapidly tired and was downed on Pomfretis own thirty yard line. Ilere, with half a minute to play, Long heayed a long pass to J. Palmer which was successfully completed for a touchdown. Capt. llvakeman kicked the goal and the victory was ours at I-1-1. The game with St. Marks ended in a 0-0 tie. It was played on a wet lield during a heavy' rainstorm. The teams were about eyen, but Thayer seemed to have the upper hand most of the time. This was due in a great. part to Long's excellent punting. The Tabor game was a game of one big team that Couldn't get its attack started against. a smaller, scrappier team that was playing better than it knew how. The other victories were well earned but they were not as spectacular as the Pomfret game. -4:1 41 In-V PLAYERS' NAMES Position Cenler Guards Tackles Ends Hub'-Backs Full Back Quarter-Backs Player BARBOUR COOK, FILA, SULLIVAN WAKEMAN, YOUNG E. PALMER, J. PALMER MURPHY, KRETSCHMAN LONG PAYSON, VALLIEE .QI 42 Ip., SECOND TEAM FOOTBALL 1926 A second team is as essential to a varsity football team as a coach or a doctor. As a relief from scrimmaging the varsity, the second team has a schedule of its own. The junior varsity this year was undefeated. We tied Plymouth High and Milton Academy seconds. Our victories were gained over Noble and Greenough 40-0 and Braintree High T-6. There is one day when the old town of Braintree takes on a holiday aspect. That is the occasion of the annual game between Braintree High and Thayer seconds. This year the High School was a heavy favorite and perhaps a bit overconfident. Thayer was not overconfidentg in fact, the game was almost cancelled because enough players could not be found who were eligible to play. By dint of much scurrying around, a team was found to oppose the redoubtable Braintree outfit. The game was tiercely waged from the start. In the third quarter, Thayer forged ahead when Lewis carried the ball over for a touchdown. Arber then kicked the winning goal as it so proved to be. Thayer held firmly until the final quarter, when Braintree made a touch- down. They failed to kick the goal, however, and Thayer was still ahead. Thus the game ended with Thayer 7, Braintree High 6. The experience that the boys gain as members of the second team helps them when they reach varsity competition. MURRAY-HUTTON, L. li. DOUGLASS, L. T. SCHWIND, L. G. REMICK, C. SOUTH, R. E. ARBER-SANGSTER, B. T. DONLIN, R. G. KETCHUM, Q. B. FRICK-CURTIS, B. H. B. MILLER-LEWIS. L. H. B. COBB, F. B. PUTNEY, Mon. --el 43 Ia-- THIRD TEAM Among the lower football teams of Thayer Academy, the most successful was the third team. This team was open to boys who were under sixteen years of age. They entered the South Shore League, composed of Hingham High Freshmen, Hingham Junior High and Cohasset Junior High. After a hard schedule of games they finished in second place, beneath Hingham High. The boys were light but they played a hard, aggressive type of football that will materially aid their chances of making the Varsity football team. LINEUP RESULTS LEFT END: Williams, Way, Dyer. Cohasset 0 T. A. 28 LEFT TACKLE: Ela. Hingharn Junior High 6 T. A. 0 LEFT GUARD: Rogers, Kelley. 96Milton 6 T. A. 7 CENTER: Ruggles, Aldrich. Hingham High Fresh. 0 T. A. 0 RIGHT GUARD: Bennet. Nottage. Cohasset 0 T. A. 24 RIGHT TACKLE: Holt, Sears. 'Milton 6 T. A. 13 RIGHT END: Scudder. .Hingham Junior High 6 T. A. 6 QUARTER BACK: Hutton, Cleaves. LEFT HALF BACK: Benson CCapt.j. RIGHT HALF BACK: Demerrit. FULL BACK: Miller. at Milton was not in League. --:al 44 lic-- f' mi he e -1, gi :Tia i l ht. l- i i A -gy 1 l ' PM . 5,. ,fee - .. -. wt -.. 1 S-1'.!.'2.T' Qyggg- ,tl li 2.r..':?.. ,-N Q,4::?. 'f t it ' ' X XRSITY l3pXSlil3Nl.l, 1925 The N25 baseball team opened their season on April I8. l925. During the two weeks preceding that date the squad went through many hours of hard training. There was a wealth of material at tl1e disposal of' Coach Hincks. The outstanding candidates were Long and French as catchers: Capt. Ketchum. Spring. and Hamilton formed the nucleus ofthe pitching stall': Klllllbtlll, a veteran. was opposed by Wiakeman and Spring: the candidates for second hase were Powderly. P. Ixetchum. Howard. and Frick: Alden held the shortstop berth down unaided: Stephenson and King were the riy als at third base: the outfield candi- dates were the Palmer Brothers. Ball and Thompson. From this mass of material the following line-up appeared for the opening game: .Xlden s.s.: Stephenson Zibz Long c: lt. Ketchum CCapt.j c.f.: Ball l.l'.: Ji. Palmer r.f.: P. Ketchum Zh: Kimball lb: Spring p. The record of the team for the year is impressive. Roxbury Latin. Tufts Freshman, Tufts Pre-Nledical. Yohle and tireenough. tiroton. Boston Latin. Browne and Nichols. Tabor. Huntington. Country Day. and l3raintree High were our victims. tive were defeated by Hilton. Pomfret, and St. Xlarlcs. The Pomfret game was one ol' the best ol' the season. Capt. Ketchum allowed six hits, but in the eleventh inning he issued a pass which was followed hy a hit that p1'oduced the winning tally ol' the day. The St. llarlfs game was another thriller. lt was played on a very windy day. The wind caused the outlielders no end ol' trouble and was an indirect result of one of St. Nlarlfs tallies. Capt. Ketchum allowed only three hits. one of which was a home run in the lirst inning. ln the fourth inning St. Marks got another run on a pass and a hit. Thayercontinued to play good ball but their cause seemed hopeless because they eouldn'l seem to hit the pitcher. In the last inning lt. Ketchum. with two outs and two strikes, hit a borne run with no one on base. Hope surged back into the hearts of the Thayer supporters, but Alden was out on a sharp grounder. Another memorable game was played with Boston Latin. Thayer got off to a poor start when two runs crossed the plate. Capt. Ketchum was then called into the box and thenceforth the Latin batters were mowed down with heartless severity. Ile struck out nineteen batters in the next fourteen innings. The winning run came on a hit by pinch hitter E. Palmer. a two-bagger by li. Ketchum, and a single by Ball that brought Ketchum home with the bacon. The Groton game was a see-saw contest that was not decided until the Thayer pitcher struck out the last batter with the winning run on second. The rest of the games were Thayer victories by large scores with the exception of the Milton game, which was a comedy of errors. Due credit is given to Coach Edward Hincks, who was always ready to help the boys along with his suggestions whether it was in a game or on the practice field. 'al 1.5 Ie- lst TEAM BASEBALL H9251 LINE UP Pitchers, KETCHUM, ITAMILTON, SPRING Catcher, LONG First Base, KIMBALL Second Base, KETCHUM, IIOVVARD Third Base, STEVENSON Shorlstop, ALDEN Lefl Field, BALL, E. PALMER Cenler Field, THOMPSON Right Field, POWDERLY, J. PALMER SECOND TEAM BASEBALL This baseball team is made up of those boys who have not had enough experience to make the first team. They have a schedule of their own, but last year rain and bad weather held the schedule down lo two games. The main candidates along with some of the varsity substitutes are the following: Miller and Frick, pitchers, Wakeman and Sears, first base, Hutton and Frick, second baseg Lewis, third base: Faulkner, shortstopg Heffernan, Gassett, and Hall, outfielders. The team played two games, losing against Summer High and winning from Cohasset High. These two games showed the respective power of the different men and gave Coach Hincks a line on their performances under fire. ,QI 4.6 Ig.. WEARELFQQS OF THE Luv: lx!-:'l'11m Nl NN XRIGNI xx X xI,1.1-,L N Ol Nu Pnsux Umm In. l'x1.x1 I-Ln .l. I'xl.x li umm R I-11. x lx IH'I'l'Nl IIXI x x XII mlm N lAl,IN SPIHNK XX II.l.IXNl I i 7 I A 1 ' 4 -- fa -We ,. - -- Q ET 'TY:- I -'T X , li 'E A 2 1 ' 5 N -XII W gl? O saws: I. W wi oe Og '1 qw! A 11 I , -1 XVHL I - I 9 ' 41- F U i' l ,Q 1: f - ' all Q 6 pg 1 1-. 504 -2- I 1 'G' ia - O Qu i? .wiv xx ,N ., Bigslsa ' ,'-'g i O 5' s lv' '- J OS L sat V 4. -., -2 X1 - fe HW .--Q I 3 - 5 00 lg O Q Nqjlx p m ' E VARSITY BASKET BALL 1926 This year marked the renewal of basket ball as a Winter sport. The faculty decided that an outlet should be found for the boys' enthusiasm during the long winter months. Accordingly varsity and inter-class schedules were drawn up so that all boys might have a chance to play. About fifteen candidates reported to coach Hincks. and from these, a squad of eight men was picked. These men were Captain Vallee, Cutler, and Howard as forwards, Mc- Phillips and Sangster, centerg Sullivan, Palmer, and lleffernan, guards. The record of the team is not impressive. but it is noteworthy in the general improve- ment that marked the course of the season. The team defeated Norfolk Aggies twice and Rivers School once. They were defeated by Milton, Tabor, twice, Huntington, twice. Rivers, and Dummer Acadeiny. The game with Rivers at home really marks the high tide of the season's games. In this game, the pass work was excellent, the guarding close, and the shooting accurate. In this game, Capt. Vallee caged many difficult shots that were little short of sensational. It was a well-earned victory. The second game with Rivers was very close, being lost by one basket only. The Dum- mer game was almost the same as this, only it was lost by the slim margin of one foul shot. In these two games, both teams looked equally good. but the breaks went to our opponents. The first game with the Norfolk Aggies was a nip and tuck affair that was not decided until the last second of play. INTER-CLASS BASKET BALL 1926 The inter-class games are bringing out a number of boys who look like future varsity material. They are playing hard for the honor of their class and are in this way gaining experience that will be useful to them in later years. Lewis, Miller, and Williams of the fourth class are the most promising candidates from this group. -QI 48 Ig., 1925-26 BASKET BALL LINEUP Forwards, YALLIEE, CUTLER, HOWARD Center, SANGSTER, NICPHILLIPS Guards, SULLIVAN, E. PALDIER, HEFFERNAN 7-21 -19 IP:-A YXRSITY HUCYKHY l926 This ycar thcrc was a largc group of boys intcrcstcd in hockcy. Because of this intcrcst the bo 's werc icrrnit lcd to organize! a team in thc nainc ol' thc school. The candidatcs st artccl l :- practice as soon as thcrc was any icc. Thc lirst gainc was playccl with the liraintrcc A. N. This game was onc of thc first games for both tcains. Tlic X. X. mcn were largc hut slow. Thc Thayer boys put, up a snappy brand of pass-work that coinplctvly bafllcd thcir opponcnts. Thc final scorc showccl a victory for Thaycr hy thc scorc of onc to nothing. Thc ncxt gainc was playcfl at DllH1l1lPl' Acatlcniy. Tlic Thaycr boys wcrc train wcary upon arriving hut a l'cw llllIltll0S. practice took thc kinks out ol' their rnuscleis. Dunnncr had a fast team that had hccn unclcfcatcd up to this gainc. Thaycr took thc ice in this ordcr: Churchill r.w.. Kf'lt'lltIlTl ttfaptj c., Payson l.w., Cook incl.. liuttcrworth l.d., and Long goalie. Thaycr forcccl thc going throughout, and linally cainc out on thc long cncl ot' a onc to nothing scorc. l 1y'son scorccl this goal on a line clash clown thc rink. rw f . Thc last ganic was playctl with the l'livcrs School. ln toarn play this gaino showcd a markcd improvcincnt ovcr thc prcyious ganic. ln thc lirst, tivo scconds of play Payson and Ketchuni lt'2iII1f'tl up for onc goal. Churchill on a long shot sank thc puck into thc nctting. Payson got thc last goal on a brilliant incliyirlual cll'ort. On account ol' thc poor wcathcr conclitions. thc cntirc schcclule Could not hc playfltl. The intercst was cxccllcnt. liowcycr. ancl thc lroys cnjoyctl thc gainc in tha face of these drawbacks. at so Ii:- l 1925-26 HOCKEY LINEUP Leff Wing, PAYSON, ALDRICH Cenler, KETCHUBI, FALCONER Right Ufing, CHURCHILL, C. BAKER Lefl Defense, BUTTERWORTH, R. HUTTON Right Defense, COOK, KRETSCHMAN Goalie, LONG -4:1 51 In-A GIRLS' ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION OFFICERS Presidenl, HELEN BENSON Vice-Presideni, IXIADELEN PERRY A Secreiary, CAROLINE DANA Ass't. Treasurer, EMMA HERSEY Treasurer, Adviser, MISS CHELLIS r-21 52 IR-- GIRLS, ATHLETICS FIELD HOCKEY The hockey season this year lasted from September lo Thanksgiving and had many enthusiastic followers. The class teams were chosen the first Week in November with the following results: Center Forward Inside Forwards Wings Center Half Back Half Backs Full Backs Goal Center Forward Inside Forwards Wings Center Half Back Half Backs Full Backs Goal Center Forward Inside Forwards Wings Center Half Back Half Backs Full Backs Goal Center Forward Inside Forwards Wings Center Half Back Half Backs Full Backs Goal Center Forward . Inside Forwards Wings Center Half Back Half Backs Full Backs Goal CLASS I EMMA HERSEY DOROTHY JENKINS, MARION WALSH HELEN BENSON, LUCILLE FOLSOM ELIZABETH KELLS VIRGINIA DYER, POLLY BICJENNETT BUTH LANGLEY, PHYLLIS JENKINS MARION DAVIS CLASS II BARBARA IIIGGINS ADALINE HALL, GERTRIJDE BLUNT ELIZABETH NICCONARTY, BEATRICE BYAN CATHARINE HALL CAROLYN DAN.A, IZLIZABETH LOUD IJUCELIA BALKANI, BARBARA WVHITCONIB MAIBELEN PERRY CLASS III BIARJORIE BARHAXI ELINOR CODFREY, KATHERINE NICKINNON YICKERY HUBBARD, ELIZABETH INIERRIAM BIARCIA KEITH BARBARA ELLIS, HELEN SASIPSON ALINE BLAKE, EVELIE ERVING FRANCES BAKER CLASS IY VIRGINIA VVALKER IVIARJOBIE SMITH, MARY REDMOND LOUISE OGGIER, ETHEL DOUGLAS IXIARGARET TAYLOR ELIZABETH LELFRS, CHARLOTTE BUTTERWVORTH RUTH KERR, ELSA WALDECKER CHARLOTTE KINIBALL CLASS Y FRANCES BLASER BARBARA WILLIS, PAULINE DAVENPORT ANIY HOE, PRUDENCE POTTER NIARY ROGERS ROSEMARY T ERHUNE, BIERIDETH DAVIS KATHERINE SCHULTZ, HARRIET FOLSOM MARGARET CRIMES .sq 53 I-F.. As the season advanced the rivalry between the three upper classes became more and more exciting, and until the final game gave the victory to Senior Middle girls, there were many conjectures as to the best class. We are looking forward to the next hockey season on a full-sized field which will make our games even more interesting. Miss Helen Thompson, the English Hockey Coach from Wellesley College, visited us just before the class tournament and gave us an intensive afternoon of lectures and practice. The tournament began November Second with the following schedule and results: Class ll vs Class lll 2 to 2 ' 3 to 2 Class ll vs Class Y 2 to 10 5 to 0 Class IY vs Class lll 3 to 5 4 to 1 y Class Y vs Class lt 4 to 10 l 5 to 0 Class I vs Class ll 2 to 4 1 to 4 Class I vs Class lk 1 to 6 l to 2 Class 111 vs Class Y 3 to 2 5 to 0 Class 1 vs Class lll 1 to 2 3 to 2 Class Il vs Class lk' 2 to 4 4 to 1 Semi Final Game W llfinner In play Class I I Class I vs Class lll f 1 to 1 l 3 to 2 Final Game Class II vs Class lll 2 to 5 3 to 2 VOLLEY BALL The gymnasium classes have been divided into teams and have played a weekly Volley Ball game in class time. The teams have chosen the following names of colleges as their own and are arranging a tournament for out of doors this spring. Dartmouth, Yale, Princeton, Williams, Illinois, VVisconsin, Harvard, Brown. TRACK MEET The seventh annual track meet was held in June, 1925. One school monogram, several letter arm bands and many stripes were won by the girls of the various classes. 50 YARD DASH PROGRAM Won by Madelen Perry 2nd place Barbara Higgins 3rd place Gertrude Blunt .QI 5 4 Ip.. TRACK M EET - Continued RUNNING BROAD JUMP Won by Madelen Perry 12 ft. 3 ins. 2nd place Barbara Higgins I2 ft. 2 ins. 3rd place Charlotte Kimball ll ft. l0 ins. BASE BALL THROW' VVon by Katherine Hall 155 ft. 2nd place Adaline Hall 139 ft. 3rd place Virginia Vllalker 133 ft. HIGH JUNIP Won by Helen Benson 1 ft. 2 ins. 2nd place Barbara Higgins el ft. 1 in. 3rd place Marcia Keith 1 ft. POTATO RACE Won by Ruth Kerr 2nd place Madelen Perry 3rd place Barbara Higgins STANDING BROAD JUMP VVon by Adaline Hall T ft. 2 ins. 2nd place Barbara Higgins 6 ft. 11 ins. 3rd place Barbara lillis 6 ft. STM ins. A well-attended Hallowe'en party was held in the girls' gymnasium on October twenty- ninth. The girls from Thayerlands were invited to join in our merrymaking. The entertain- Inent consisted of stunts by each class and by the faculty, the most clever of which was presented by Class Three. The girls who attended enjoyed every moment of the afternoon. The basket ball season was short this year and consisted entirely of practice games in the gymnasium between the four upper classes. Early in the season the Friday afternoon dancing class were invited tO Wellesley College for a very enjoyable evening with the Orchesus Dancing Society iII the Mary Hemenway Gymnasium. The members of the class at Thayer Academy gave an informal recital to the Faculty and are planning a more elaborate program for later in the year. 'mg f -T JR ff X.-f ..x, X - Fa 3 2 Ei X i f 'XI1.g if-is it-r't2jgg 511, I 4' 'X A 'I Q2 H' , Q 'H A A-I .Eel ,H SENIOR DANCE Friday, the ninth of April, was a banner day in the soc-ial Calendar of Thayer, for the Senior Danee which was held at, the Neighborhood Club was a success both socially and financially. Sid Iieinberz's orchestra furnished the music. and everyone will agree that Sid himself surely can 6' tickle the ivorieslw The members of the receiving line were Ur. and Mrs. Southworth: Miss Allen: Miss Sleeper: Nliss Aldrich: Sam Long, Class Pr:-sidentg and Helen Benson, Yiee President. The dance c-ornmit.tee was eapably headed by lYalt,er Barbour, assisted by Marion Walsh. Howard Bartow, and Lueile Folsom. SENIOR MIDDLE IIISCEPTION One of the reasons why everyone had a good time at the Senior Middle lleeept ion which was given on the Tuesday before 'Thanksgiving was due to the fact. that it. was held at the Neighborhood Club in Quiney. The hall was ell?-etively deeorated with black and orange Thayer banners, while Sid RGIIlllE'l'ZlS orehestra lived up to our expeetations of peppy H music. In the reeeiving line were Mr. and Airs. Southworthg Miss Cemrnelg illr. Laneg Ilainilton Hutton, Class Presidentg and Madelen Perry, Yiee-President.. The success of the evening was due in a large sense to the faithful efforts of the dance Committee Composed of Hamilton Hutton, Madelen Perry, Jean Adams, Carolyn Dana, and William Cassett. FOOTBALL ISANQLIET AND DANCE lfveryone who went to the football dance which was held at the Neighborhood Club in Quincy on the evening of February nineteenth, will agree that it was a splendid success. Preeeding the dance, a banquet was given for the members of the first and second teams and their fathers. Mayor Perley IC. Barbour was the toastmaster, and the speakers Con- sisted of Mr. Southworthg Mr. Wakemang Mr. Murphyg Mr. Youngg Mr. Hineksg Sam Wakemari, Captaing and John Young, Captain-elect.. Afterwards gold footballs were presented to the members of the first. team and Manager Herman Williams. The dance which followed was a real Thayer success. In the receiving line were Mr. and Mrs. South- worth. Mr. and Mrs. Wakeman, Mr. and Mrs. Hineks. and Miss Jones. .QI 5 6 Ijfg.. SIR CIIAIILICS NIARLOW. DliANIfX'l'IC PERSOXNEL NIIZY YOING NIAIILOVV Qliis S0115 , HARDCASTLIC . . HAST I NGS . TONY LITNIPK IY . DIGGOHY . ROGER . DICK . STINGO QLandlord of lhv 'I Thrvfr l'igvoI1S J . SLANG , MUGGINS . AMINADAB. JEREMY CS01'vanl to Young Marlowj . MRS. IIAHDCASTLE . MISS HARDCASTLE MISS NEYILLE . DOLLY CA Maidj . BARMAID . WOM EN 4:1 ST 11:-I NIR. DOUGLASS . MR. HUTTIJN NIR. DINSNIOOR . MR. VVATERS MR. BELLIVEAU . MR. SCUDDER . MR. BAKER . MR. JOBIN MR. KETCIHIJNI . MR. QUEEN MR. J. PALMER MR. E. PALMER MR. WILLI.ANIS . MISS BLUNT . MISS PERRY . MISS IDANA . MISS KNIGHT . MISS STEELE gffmi .. gb- fB1 '-' X-'W 'HD' 's' s XV? sv Wy Q0 M X Lil 'L .nn la'- 7-K 'wif-1 gf' 3? i X Q 1-s 61' I HP' 'lb- 'WM Z .mix- J Zia. R, ,. ,I - -.,t.w:,.-g-. - -.,...---W ,.--..-..- i . 1 .5Q1.:'.. N- ii' , -gr-' .. .rf v 'I . . . Af' ., ,1'7 l : ,1:' ,-.' x 31-25 ' V VJ, fy, 3. M., ,, H 31,1 .gE- ' uf- .-rf nv .-ft Ji amy ,pr ' .. 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A.. , t .ar ip, .f - - .,:- Q .i,-- 'Jill . ,i 35.1-I 4' if 'fl gl - , .4, X . . x-, -1 s - , K .f SICNIOH M I D DLIQ D HA Nl .eX'I'l CS Oliver Coldslnith would indeed have been charmed to sec his delightful comedy H She Stoops to Conquer presented by the Senior Middle Class before an appreciative and ap- plauding audience on the evenings of March fifth and sixth. The play was in charge of Miss tlemmel, whose untiring elforts and faithful coaching accounts for the success of our Thayer plays. The other members of the faculty were in- valuable helpers and advisors. VVhat would we have done without the aid of Miss Sleeper and Mr. Lane, who so willingly superintended the wardrobes? Miss Emerson helped secure the many difticull properties. while Miss Briscoe and Miss lloeh took charge of the make- up. A large amount of credit is given to Mr. llilton, who generously painted and fixed over the scenery. Miss Aldrich took over the candy girls and the sale of the sweets. while Miss Burke was so kind as to visit the museum in Boston to search for an old program in the likeness of Coldsmith's day, in order that we might, duplicate it. The silent workers behind the scenes deserve great praise. This group was headed by Frank Bemick, who tillcd the position of business manager very capably. The difficult task of stage manager was ably performed by William Cassell, assisted by Edward Heffernan. Templeton Cleveland, and Donald Converse, electrician, and Phillip Burnham. lirnest South, aided by Arthur Holbrook, Elizabeth NlcConarty. Carl Baker and Helen Cheever, secured the properties. The candy was generously solicited by Barbara Higgins. lilizabeth Loud and Barbara Whilcomb, Willis Butterworth had charge of the ushers. Between the acts, the audience enjoyed the music rendered by the Academy orchestra, under the di- rection of Mr. Lewis and Lucite Folsom. The excellent cast that was chosen from the three upper classes handled the play in a way that showed splendid training on the part of the coach and tireless effort on the part of the characters. Madelen Perry, as the proud Miss Hardcastle who stooped to conquer as a serving maid, was a pleasing and coquettish heroine. Hamilton Hutton presented admirably the shy, retiring young Marlow who. as he explained, was quite a 4' rattle in his London Club. The loud and exasperated mother of the scapegraee Tony was played to perfection by Gertrude Blunt who, despite her years, showed remarkable talent. Sweet Constance Neville, who charmed us with her Winsome ways, was delightfully portrayed by Carolyn Dana, while Hastings, her lover, in the person of Foster Waters proved himself to be a faithful and attentive suitor. Albert Belliveau certainly scored the success of the evening as the unruly trouble maker, Tony Lumpkin. Loud. boisterous, and inconsiderate, he was the direct cause ai sa of all the night's mistakes by leading the guests to believe his father's house was an inn and his father, himself, a landlord. Mr. Hardcastle, with his stock of old stories and reminiscences, was excellently acted by Stanley Dinsmoor, while Hector Douglass played with dignity the part of Sir Charles Marlow. The three servants. Diggory, Roger, and Dick, who afforded the audience much amusement, were Stephen Scudder. Carl Baker, and Louis Jobin. The clever scene at the ale house with the humorous trio Slang, Muggins, and Aminadab, played by John Queen. John Palmer, and Edward Palmer. caused much laughter and fung variety was secured by an old English song. Paul Ketchum skillfully played the character role of Stingo. the wheedling landlord of the 4' Three Pigeons, while Harriet Steele well became the pretty barmaid. The dainty little maid, Dolly, was played by Peggy Knightg in sharp contrast to the butlers of the Hardcastle household was Jeremy, the smart servant of Young Marlow. who was portrayed by Hermann Williams. lt is a well-known fact that 'C She Stoops to Conquer is a difficult play for amateurs to present. Therefore. Miss Uemmel and the cast are to be congratulated for their success in creating an atmosphere and spirit of two hundred years ago. and bringing them before a crowded hall for two evenings. Certainly. the performance was another feather in the cap of the Thayer Academy Dramatics. CAST UF LATIN PLAY ln the place of the usual French plays, there was given on April 24. 1925, under the management of the Foreign Language Department. a series of three plays. one in Latin, one in German. and one in French. As a prelude to the Latin play SITULAE, members of Class Five sang two Latin songs, the words written by Mr. Lane and the music by Mr. Kelis. Eric Wendelin as Phillo, an elderly miser, gave a masterly interpretation of his part. The spirit and theme of the play were well set forth by the two maids, Doris and Syra. tBeth Emerson and Barbara Hullj, who presented the situation. Gaius tFoster Watersj and iltlarcus tHermann Wlilliamsj played their parts skillfully in complicating the plot, which was unravelled by Titus tHamilton Huttonj, the older brother of tlaius. The two porters, though silent actors, thladelen Perry and Elizabeth Loudj contributed to the effect. The piece was full of dignity and very lifelike, with touches of real comedy. SITULAE DORIS, Maid Servant of Philto . . . Beth Emerson SYRA, Maid Servant of a Neighbor . . Barbara Hall GAIUS, A Young Lad . . . . . Foster Waters MARCUS, A Friend of Gaius . . Hermann Williams PHILTO, An Elderly Miser . . Eric Wendelin T ITUS, Older Brother of Gains . Hamilton Hatton GERULI DUO tPortersj . . . .Madelen Perry Elizabeth Loud Scaena. A Garden with House Doors in the Background. A chorus from the German class sang 'S Die Lorelei M and 'L Tannenbaum H as an introduction to the German play. Samuel Wakeman, as Herr Dunkelmeier, in DER DUMMKOIEF, Was a blustering, hot- tempered employer, who held his meek secretary, Herr J ang tMyron Ryderj under his thumb. Herr Jung, however, was not as stupid as he appeared. He foiled the dastardly plans of the arch-villiam, Herr lllarlin CEdward Moorej and his accomplice, Herr Hartmann, tFrank Faustinij, and at the same time fell a victim to the charms ofhis employer's daughter, Bettina CBarbara llanniganj. Herr Martin and Herr Hartmann were led away to jail by an efficient door keeper in the person of Hector Douglass. livery member of the cast played his part excellently in this little drama. 'llhis play had been translated from the English by the class in German l. DEH DUMMKOPF HERB DUNKELNIEIER Qlimployerj .... Samuel Wakeman HERB JUNG t'l'he Boobb . . . . . ilflyron Hyder HERR lVlARTIN tlitlicient Clerkj . . .Edward illoore BETTINA Clglmployerls Daughterl . , Barbara Hannigan HERR 11ARTMANN CAn Accomplicej . Frank Faastini A DooR KEEl'ER A ....... Hector Douglass Der Ort - A Business Office. CASTS OF GERMAN AND FRENCH PLAYS .QI 60 Ip.. La Marseillaise and Madelonf' sung by a chorus from Class Three, formed the prelude to the French play, L,ANGLAIS TEL QU'oN LE PARLE. James Frick as Eugene, a French interpreter who only pretends to understand English, played his part with fine understanding. Loring Towne, as a bell-boy, added greatly to the humor of the play by his clever pantomime. Philip Schwind, as the efficient detective who bungles things dolefully, was clever in his acting. Belly Hogson QVirginia Dyerj and Julien Cicandel CWallace Tibbetsj made an ideal pair of lovers. The role of capable hotel manager was well portrayed by Martha Cook. Boss Sangster as Charles Hogson, father of Betty, gave an excellent interpretation of a stern, rather autocratic, English father. L'ANGLAIS TEL QU'ON LE PARLE CASHIER .......... .llartha Cook BELL-BOY . . . Loring Towne DETECTIVE .... . Philip Schwind BETTY HOGSCJN . l Lovers . . Virginia Dyer JULIEN CICANDEL, J . . Wallace Tibbeils EUGENE, Interpreter . . . . James Frick CHARLES HOGSON, Betty's father . . . . Ross Sangsler Scene. A Hotel in Paris The staff which attended so efficiently to the details of the plays consisted of the following: Business Manager . . . . THOMAS DONLIN Stage Managers . . BICIIARD KETCHUNI ERNEST SOUTH PAUL BAKER Settings . . CIIARLEs TURNER ELIOT XNYLIE VVENDELL ZOEHLER Properties . . DORIS SYLVESTER FRANCES BICKFORD IDOROTHY JENKINS Candy . . . NIARION SOUTH Head Usher . . . . . FREDERICK TTOWE The three plays made up a well balanced program with the dignified charm of the Latin production, the heavier plot and expression of the German comedy, and the wit and volubility of the French farce. They aroused much interest and keen enjoyment. Much credit and appreciation are due to the efficient work of those in charge. The Latin play was directed by Miss Sleeper and Mr. Laneg Miss Burke managed the German play: the French production was in charge of Miss Battles and Miss Aldrich. -41 61 Ig.. In appreciazfion of STACY BAXTER SOUTHWORTH Headmaster of Thayer Academy and his work .QI 62 AQ 4 4 00 4N vWrWrWr' D 3 C 3 Q 0 0 ibWvWbWNr'2NNr 0 S tTXl,liNl1Xli 454 l925 ,lpril 7 f L1-st daily study might bvroiiiv too monotonous, wv wvrv surprised by the- invita- tion of Nlr. Du Bois to ac't'oinpany hin1 on an avroplane- trip across tht- vontinont. WP all shut our Pyvs. and Brrrrrl YNY! we-ru spfiuflillgx over mountains. forests, and riy vrs - not to forgot a rvalistic' stop at a li2iI'IlllltlllSf' vn l'0lIlP. YV' wvrv all sorry' whvn it Ckillll' timv to leave' our delightful voinpanion. and rfiturn to our huindrum routinv. .tprzil 9 - Pwsiclvrlt l':tiIIlt'S ol' tht- l,owvll 'l'vxtilv Svhool t'2iIIlt' to tetll us ol' the- work that. is haing carrivd on at this svhool. ol' which hey is the llc-adniastvr. His talk was txXlI't'lIl0ly intf'rf-stingr. as wrll as instruvtiw. tpril lfff-'l'oday wit wr-nt to the' assi-inhly hall to listvn to Dr. Winslow from l,asf'll Seminary. Way' Wi - ,Ns our gut-st today wt- had Lt. ,Xll'rvd Knowh-s, a tl. N. li. Yt'l9I'iiIl and Loyal Lvgion nivnihor. who. in ohsvryancc- ol' Nh-inorial Day. spoke' to us of his pf-rsonal rvcol- lvctions of .xllllihiilll Linvoln. .lumf If ff For they lirst tinu- in tht' history of thv srhool. the' alumni wvrt- not l'orn1ally' invitvd to attvnd lhv l ounde-r's Day me-i'c'ises. which werv hvld on a rvgular srhool day. l'hy'llis .Nbr-tl and .lainvs Friclt rvad vssays on old liraintrvf-. and Hr. Xlvrton l,. lfmvrson tallmd on thx- lilly and work ol' t lmtnvral 'l'hay'1-r. .IIIIIP I? f Thr sm-nior Class today' hadet farvwe-ll to thvir happy' school days at 'l'hay1-r. and joinvd the ranks ol' thv ,-Xluinni. The lit-V. Henry' li. Shvrrill gravel an unusually linv and in- spiring addrvss. Altvr a short. l'rie'ndly talk to thv graduation vlass. Xlr. lylvrton L. l lll1f'l'SUl1 c'onl'9rrPd on the-rn their diplomas. Nlr. Southworth road thv yvar's llonor Holl and awardvd scholarships and prizvs to thosv whosv work had IlltlI'llt'tl thvsv rowards. Following tha exercises indoors Viilllt' tht- planting of the- vlass ivy, and a group of dancvs hy' tvn ol' Nliss t1hf'llis's pupils. The- aft:-rnoon's prograni was brought to a rlosv hy' thv lowvring ol' they flag to thv buglv vall Colors. .lrlmf I? -7 Altvr thv graduation 1-xvrcises at the- school. a hanquct was hvld in the-Town llall for they aluinni of 'l'llay'vr. 'l'hv f'vf'nt, was a happy rvunion for thosey who had attended and love-d thu school in past yt-ars. .-Xlte-r tht- tllllIlE'I'. a rousing: vliffvi' was given l'o1' the 1'vp1'vsvI1tatiy'vs ot' nach rlass. .ln lilf' Pxoning: was lwld a danvo, l'or which they music was f'urnislif'd hy' Phil Xlurphy s orc'hf-stra. Thr' oc'c'asion was a joyous onv l'or those' who inet thorn l'or thv salw ol' 'Xuld Lang Sy'lifx .41 0:5 EG'- Marienfeld, a pioneer Camp Mdflignfgld -Chesham, New Hampshire RAPHAEL J. SHORTLIDGE, Headmaster - The Choate School, Wallingford, Conn. STACY B. SOUTHWORTH, Headmaster Emeritus A Thayer Academy, South Braintree, Mass. Nlarienfeld aims to supplement the best among camps, was established in 1896. It has a splendid background of noble traditions and long successful adminis- tration. inliuences of home and school, to work effectively in sum- mer study, and to form daily habits which make for per- sonal human wealth. The morning program provides Studies, Nlanual Training, Nature Study, Drawing, Clay Modeling, Photography, and Music. Daily physical exercises comprise Gymnas- tics, Water Sports, Horseback Riding, and general athletics. Wleekly holiday hikes and a mid-summer long trip teach camping and camp craft. The boys live in groups of seven, each in charge of a special master. These masters are men of strong character and retinement, possessing the qualifications to live with and inspire youth. Riding at Sargent Camp, Peterboro, N. H. Swiftly cantering over country roads with happy comrades brings a truly delightful summer. Skilled instruction in all sports at the best equipped camp in America. Tennis, arts and crafts, dra- matics, hiking, swimming and canoeing. Sargent Club for girls over 20. All advantages of superb equipment of the Junior and Senior Camps. Send for booklet to Camp Secretary, 8 Everett Street, Cambridge, Mass. -'al 64 Ia-- September M - Today marked the beginning of a new school year, the forty-ninth in the history of the Academy. Miss Battles has left us, but Mr. Leggett, Mr. Monroe, and Mr. Lewis have been added to the Faculty. For the first time since the founding of the school, the Rev. George A. Thayer was unable to be present on the opening day, but Mr. Merton L. Emerson, of the Board of Trustees, spoke to us in his stead. October 3 f Today we learned with regret of the passing away of the Rev. George A. Thayer, head ofthe Board of Trustees, at his home in Cincinnati. By his will, the school was bene- fited by five thousand dollars. October 9 - We paused in the midst of a busy day to pay tribute to the memory of Christo- pher Columbus. Miss Emerson, who visited Genoa last summer, told us her impressions of the birthplace of the discoverer of America. October 21 - The Hon. Louis A. Frothingham. a Massachusetts Congressman, and trustee of Thayer Academy, spoke to us today. He gave us an interesting talk which we all enjoyed. October 29 A Mr. Whiting, writer of Whiting's Column in the Herald, gave us today an apprecation of Calvin Coolidge. Besides being interested by his words. we were all glad to see a man whose writings we have often admired. November 164 On this date, Lt. Nicholson, from the Navy Yard. and Nlr. Dow, a member of the crew of 6' Old lronsidesf' came to the Academy. Lt. Nicholson read us a paper on the old H Constitution, and Mr. Dow told us in the inimitable manner of an old sailor about his experiences on the last voyage of the old ship. November 27 - We were glad to welcome again as our guest, Mr. Charles Brandon Booth, who holds a large place in our hearts. His subject, Be true to your innate tins-ness, will remain with us for many months. as did his message of last year. December 16- On the VVednesday before Christmas vacation, the following program was presented in the assembly hall: NORBIANDY CARoL. . . School Orchestra TALK . . . . .lliss Gemmel SLOVAK CAROL . . .llarion South SWEDISH CAROL . . Elizabeth Kelts LULLABIES . . Urs. Wilson, ORcHEsTnA ITALIAN CAROLS . Virginia Barham Urs. Davenport FRENCH CAROLS . . Natalie Connell TALK . . . . . ltr. Southworth ITOLY NIGHT . . . School and Orchestra THE FIRST NOEL .... School and Orchestra After the Christmas exercises, athletic awards were given out by Sam Wakeman. 1926 January H - Captain Thomas White gave us a short, but interesting address on accidents, especially railroad accidents. The fact that more people have been killed through accidents in the last five years than died in the 4' World War, gave us food for sober thought. January 21 - We shall never forget the talk of Mr. Harry Dodge, who spoke to us about ..,,I 65 Ig.. Thayer Academy Endowment Fund HE 1925 Class of Thayer Academy started a Permanent Endowment Fund through Life Inf surance, each member of this class participating. They will present to Thayer Academy Five Thouf sand Dollars at their 25th Reunion to he used for furthering the high ideals for which Thayer Academy stands. The 1926 Class finishes its last year at graduation in June. This class stands in a commanding position to carry on the Permanent Endowment Fund. May the 1926 Class be the strong link in this great chain to endow Thayer Academy through Life Insurance. Richard Blackmur John Hancock Mutual Life Insurance Company Boston, Mass. --ai 66 It-- character building, and gave us vivid examples of every precept which he suggested. We remember especially his two mottoes, Fat or Fit at Forty, and H Fat at Fifty Fatalf, February 4 H On this snowy Thursday, in spite of the driving blizzard, Mr. Howard Coonley came to the Academy, and talked about men, women, and life. He gave us a vivid picture of Charles Schwab, whose name is familiar to every American. February 12 - On Lincoln's birthday, the members of class three read a number of especially well-written essays on the subject of the great Emancipator. Katherine MacKinnon, Robert Hutton, Frances Raker, and Carolyn Ferris took part. Their essays were entitled respec- tively: Lincoln, the Master, How Lincoln Received His Education From Books, Our Heritages From Lincoln, and The Death of Lincoln. February 15 f Mr. F. J. Libby, of Washington, D. C., gave us today a timely address on After Locarno, What? In his speech, he succeeded in convincing most of us that his method for world peace was the only one. He favored the World Court and the League of Nations, grounded on public opinion, with small armies and navies to act as policemen. . MILE STONES THE FLAG-POLE. What calls us to rise and pay tribute every morning? The bugles, calling H Colors. To what are we paying tribute? To the rising American Flag. Where is it rising to stream out on the breeze? On our Flag Pole, ofcourse, that tall mast given us by the loyal alumni of Thayer, which with the flag given at the same time by Perley Barbour, was on Columbus Day, 192l, dedicated to the school by Mr. Rarbour, and by Mr. Henry A. Monk in behalf of the G. A. R. Every day, storm or shine, in the morning the flag goes up to the call of 6' Colors and in the afternoon comes slowly down to the sound of Retreat. ENLIGHTENMENT ON LIGHTS. Thayer was a dark and dreary place on cloudy days, until the electric lights were installed in the spring of 1924. Now when the day is dark, and the rooms darker, a turn of a switch - and we are illumined by a flood of light. Our stage was equipped at the same time with border and foot-lights, making possible the production of plays at night as well as in the day-time. . THE CURTAIN Thanks to our Headmaster and the Trustees the annual plays produced by the Senior Middle Classes have been made more successful, for in 1924 they presented to the school a very beautiful curtain for our stage. The Thayerlands pupils have also benefited by this, since it has made it possible for them to put on some very interesting entertainments. OUR NEW FIELD If the football team has another successful season next year, as we are sure it will have, part of the credit must go to the boys of the classes of '25 and '26, who worked last spring on the new football field. Although the grass was too tender to permit playing on the field last season, it will be in condition for the fall of 1926. -:al 67 Itc- Siecfman Reinforced Rubber Flooring Stedman reinforced rubber flooring is coming into constant- ly increasing use for all kinds of floor installations-schools, banks, hospitals, stores, business offices and homes. Not only is Stedman flooring sound insulating, highly re- sistant to abrasion, and impervious to dents from the pres- sure of heavy furniture, but it can be made to harmonize with any conceivable plan of design or color to suit the requirements of the individual installation. Furthermore, the fact that the Stedman organization is alone responsible for the design, manufacture, laying and periodic inspection of every Stedman floor, guarantees ini' tial and continued satisfaction. 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There every member lends his voice to the group with a lust that shows the enthusiasm of all. Now and then perhaps some aspiring young singer shouts a wrong note above the rest, or holds it long after the others have stopped, but on the whole, a passerby at that hour would be favorably greeted by the sound of young voices In supple- menting Mr. Monroe's able instruction, we must not fail to mention Yirginia Barham, who so faithfully accompanies the Glee Club at every meeting. Tuesday, November tenth, the Clee Club went to the Cochato llall after school to sing for the Philergians Women's Club. The numbers were: ta . ln the Carden of Tomorrow. Deppen. tbl. Marcheta. Sllcrlzinger. Mr Monroe favored them with a solo. The programme went oll' splendidly. Monday night, May seventeenth, the Harvard Freshmen Musical Clubs gave a concert at the Town Hall, Braintree. They were assisted by the Thayer Clee Club. The tllee Club sang a group of three songs. tal. The Song of the Yikings. Taylor. tbl. A Night in June. Turgell. tcj. ln the Carden of Tomorrow. Deppen. There was dancing afterwards. The Clee Club enjoys greatly its weekly meetings in the Cvm where, with Mr. Monroe to lead them, they are becoming more proficient in singing and more interested in music. TH Fl ORCHESTRA Still the Thayer Academy orchestra grows! From year to year more members have been added until this year we are very proud of its size. Every VVednesday morning the orchestra accompanies the school in the singing ol' the morning hymn. Afterwards an hour of practice and instruction follows, for, aside from the playing, Mr. Lewis has taught the orchestra many rudiments of music. Now, a sign means something to the player, and he is able to unde1'stand the words and figures. which till now were as unintelligible as fly-tracks. When the Senior-Middle class gave its play, H She Stoops to Conquer, the orchestra was there. At the fall ofthe curtain, it started to play and it played until it was time for the curtain to rise again. Numbers were also played before and after the performance. Other than at that performance, the orchestra has not been heard very much in public, but as time goes on, it expects to improve and be augmented. -QI 69 Ig.. , ,,,, CDV. X l WWQ uthorities state D Q 2? A Qs . S5 2,32 that success in mvm llfe depends in no small degree upon care of personal attire. t The shoe is an article 4 deserving special at- tention. lt is advisable 5 to select footwear With X N a first regard to quality TH E STETSON ' SI-ICE i CO M PANY, IN C T . soon-t wEYMoUTH I MAss K 4 FIRST PRIZE SHORT STORY Kismet Bye, Jim. Bye, Sam. Don't forget to come over tonight. Believe me, I won't. You're two games ahead of me now and I don't want that score to stand. All right, come over early,', replied Jim Carroll. He hobbled down to the little boat which was ,impatiently bobbing up and down. Before stepping into the boat, he turned to wave farewell to his friend Sam Drey. It did not take Jim long to reach the little island. On three sides, the island ended in sharp cliffs. On the fourth side, there was a sloping beach. Jim was caretaker at H Whitecap Manor. Since it was late fall, Jim Carroll was the only person who lived there, his frequent spells of lonesomeness were lessened only by the thought that his friend Sam visited him often. About an hour after Jim's frugal supper, Sam entered the cabin. The two men were quickly absorbed in the intricacies of a game of checkers. The gray heads bent lower and lower. There was no sound except the ticking of the clock. lileven o'clock struck. With a start, the two heads were lifted. VVell, said Sam, I'll have to be going home. Refore you go. I want to ask you something, answered Jim. Would you come over here and spend the winter with me? VVith the light of deep friendship beaming from his eyes, Sam shook .lim's hand. ln his simple way he said, H Jim, nothing could make me any happier than to be with you always. Trying to cover his emotions, Jim said grutlly, 6' You can move over here tomorrow. Such a time wc'll have playing checkersf, The two men walked down to the water, Jim hobbling because of his rheumatism: Sam, carrying a lighted lantern. Sam quickly reached the opposite shore. Jim waited until the lantern flashed four times: then he turned towards the cabin and bed. Several hours later, Jim was suddenly awakened. Some one was calling him. Who could be on the island at that time of night? There was the call again. Jim, oh- h - h - , Jim, help me Jim, Oh-h-h-h-. The mournful wail was fading now. Where had he heard that voice before? Of course, it was Samis voice. Somewhere out in the night his old pal needed him. He must go to his aid. When he attempted to get out of bed, Jim discovered that while he was sleeping, he had been nearly crippled by rheuma- tism. Still, he must. hurry. Sam was probably struggling to reach the little island. Finally, with great effort, Jim managed to reach the door. As he opened it, he stepped back in fear, because the blackness ofthe night seemed to reach out its arms and grip him. However, he stepped outside and began his painful walk, keeping his arms stretched out in front of him as if he were trying to push the night aside. He would never have believed that a night could be so blackg he could not even tell where the water and the land met. After he had been walking for several minutes, Jim began to think that it was odd that he had not reached the landing. Was it possible that he was going around in a circle? Fearing that he was going in the wrong direction, he decided to go to the left. He took one step - two steps - three steps. The night was pierced by a shriek, then by a loud splash as of a body falling into the water. Then it was silent except for the lap, lapping of the waves, rubbing each other, as a greedy wolf rubs his jaws with his tongue after he has devoured his prey. At daybreak, the villagers found Sam Drey in his bed, he had died sometime during the night. ELIZABETH MCCONARTY, '27. all 71 Is- o 'Bi 3 Lucky Mothers of Today .' SU often mistaken for your daughters sister. Such youthful looks are not an acf cident--they are a direct ref flection on the modern methods of homemaking- the relief from drudgery, or the tedious supervision of domestic help. The GLD CoLoNY LAUNDRY is doing a big Part in keeping South Shore Women young. We'd like to help you, too. Old Colony Laundry Quincy, Mass. 0 Q --41 72 It-A Q i Lim l SECOND PRIZE SHORT STORY The Highwaymen of Brandon And then your great-great-grandfather ran down the road as if 'Old Nick, himself was after him. As far back as I can remember, Grandfather always stopped for a moment at this point in his story. We children held our breath, and pressed a little closer, while he gazed dreamily at a single green flame licking an old nail on the piece of driftwood in the fireplace. We had heard this story over and over until we almost knew it by heart, but we liked it better each time. Even though we laughed, we felt a delicious shiver just the same. When great-great-grandfather was about twelve years old, he lived in the little town of Brandon. Brandon was noted for two things: the post house, which held the record for the fastest changes, and Brandon Academy, which was said to be the finest boys' school in the state. One cloudy night late in September, great-great-grandfather was coming home from the village. There was one spot on the way that he always dreaded to pass. It was a little hollow on the right-hand side of the road, and it was whispered that the ghosts of two murderers who had been hanged there haunted the place. As he hurried along, trying to whistle cheerfully, the feeble attempt died away on his lips. He had caught sight of a red gleam through the trees. Through his mind flitted visions of the highwaymen who had robbed the coach only the week before, and of the ghosts of the two murderers, but his curiosity was stronger than his terror, and after a moment of indecision, he slipped into the woods, and cautiously crept towards the light. Wvhen he had come to within a few yards of the fire, he threw himself flat on the ground behind a bush. Right before him were about twenty men gathered around a emall fire. The light he had noticed had been caused by an armful of brush. but the flames were dying down again. By their flickering light, he saw that all the men wore masks, and were enveloped in long horsemen's cloaks. They seemed to be discussing some question. but it was several moments before great-great-grandfather realized what it was. Let's persuade him to tell, said a little short man on the far side of the fire. H No, we can do that afterwards. Vive ought to decide about the coach now, objected another. H But then he'll know the rest of our plans, and he will tell of those, too,', someone else demurred. L' Don't fret about that. When we get through, there wonlt be anything left of him to tell, threatened the first man. We'll start now to urge him to tell how much he betrayed, peremptorily announced a tall man, sitting a little back from the fire. 'Q Heat that iron rod. As they moved to obey the orders of the apparent leader, great-great-grandfather caught a glimpse of a face without a mask. He immediately recognized Joel Howland, a boy about seventeen years old, who lived on the other side of the village. While he was wondering how he happened to be there, he noticed .loel's hands were tied together. The iron rod was finally red-hot, and the leader ordered Joel to be brought forward. Great-great-grandfather was just wondering whether he could get help in time to save Joel, when suddenly two men hurried past him, and walked out into the firelight. They were greated with a chorus of shouts. 'S What kept you so long? Did you find out? Hurry up and tell us! S' You're awfully late.', -'21 73 Ire-- BASEBALL FOOTBALL TENNIS BASKET BALL GOLF TRACK STUDENTS WHO WANT THE BEST SHOULD INSIST UPON THE WRIGHT EG? DITSON QUALITY WE SPECIALIZE IN BASEBALL, TENNIS, GOLF, TRACK, AND ALL OUTDOOR AND INDOOR SPORTS. WE HAVE THE PROPER CLOTHING AND SHOES FOR EACH SPORT. Students are requested to send their home address, when writing for a copy of our General Catalog, which will be sent free of charge. WRIGHT E99 DITSON 344 Washington Street Boston --21 74 Ir-- The noise was quickly hushed as the leader spoke. 'S Tell us quickly what you found out. At once one of the men replied, The time for the coach has been changed as you thought, but because of this, the guard hasn't been increased. We can easily capture it. Great-great-grandfather's gasp passed unnoticed. Then these were really highwaymen, planning to attack the Stagecoach! He half sat up in amazement, but flattened out again to listen. He soon gathered that they were to attack the coach the next morning at the ford. After all the plans had been made, the leader turned to Joel, and said, We'll give you one more chance. lf you'll promise to kill the driver of the coach, we'll spare you this time. But if you don't, you'll certainly pray for death before we kill you. Joel was very white, but he faced the leader bravely. In that case, he said, 'L lim afraid I shall be obliged to pray for death. Don't worry, then. You will, was the answer. Bring that iron rod over here. All this time one end of the rod had been in the fire so that it had become white-hot. The leader brandished it in front of Joel. Do you see this? he menaced. Great-great-grandfather didn't wait to see any more. He scrambled to his feet, and started to run. He made nearly as much noise as a moose crashing through a thicket, and when he reached the road he scudded down it like a whippet just unleashed. This was the point where Grandfather always stopped. When he started again, he spoke much more slowly. Well then, when he reached the first house, he tore in, and gasped, 'Joel N Stagecoach - robbers - hurryl' He finally calmed down enough to tell the people who lived there the story, and a posse was hastily collected. A cordon was thrown around the hollow, and the men closed in. Strangely enough, all the highwaymen were discovered sitting around the fire, roasting potatoes in the coals. When the masks and cloaks were removed, the posse found they had captured the 'Stoic Club' made up of boys from the senior class of Brandon Acad- emy, who had just finished initiating Joel Howland. DonoTHY BAKER, '27. -34 Ig.. an-I'IoIIis CO CJQQQYQ 1721060 179 LINCOLN STREET ALBANY BUILDING BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS .If A TOUGH HBREAKH - QThe scene is in a doctor's office. The doctor is busy cleaning up the room, when a sharp knock on a door at the back is heardj Doctor Cin genial voicej: Come in! CHe continues his Work as the door opens. A youth of about twenty-three, dressed in white flannels, With his collar open, stands in the door, leaning on a cane. On one foot is an old sneaker, and he seems to favor this foot. Finishing his task, the doctor turns to greet his guest.j Doctor Capproaching boy briskly with hand extendedj: Well young man, I never expected to have you as a patient. If it isn't too late, let me congratulate you on the fine piece of Work you did yesterday. A mighty plucky race, boy. Boy: Thank you, doctor. fEnters room, after shaking hands.j Doctor Cadjusting glasses, and pulling up chair for the boyj: And now, what's the matter? Nothing very wrong, is there? Boy Cstretches out his foot with the sneaker on it, and nods toward itj: That! Doctor: Ahal paying for your speed, eh? Too bad, too bad. Boy: Yes, sir, I'm afraid that I am. Something seems to have snapped. Cliemoves sneaker, and lifts foot for the doctor's inspectionj Doctor Cexamines foot, then shakes headj: Your senior year, isn't it, son? Boy: Yes, sir. I Doctor: Not planning on doing any running, or hludling, for any athletic club, are you? Boy Cin anxious voicej: No, sir, but is it as bad as that? Doctor: The arch is broken. Of course it's not very serious to the ordinary person, but to a hurdler it's mighty serious. Boy: You mean, sir, that I'm through - that I can't do any more running? Doctor: I'm afraid that it does. It won't give any particular trouble after a few days, though, and after a time you may be able to play temiis. But that foot will never again stand the strain that you put on it yesterday. CBoy draws foot slowly to him, and looks at it pensivelyj Hard luck, son, but there's nothing to be done. CBoy puts on the sneaker, and rises slowly, taking purse from pocket to pay the doctor.j No, no, son! I'd be a fine one to take a fee for the rotten truth that I've just told you. Boy: Thank you, sir. Cexit, limping.j Doctor: Poor boy. It took a great spirit to win that race, after apparent defeat - and because he did win it, he's probably lost a great running career. Seems too bad that he had to give his best at such a time - but We can't always be the winner, and the man who wins only once, has a good average. HAMILTON HU'rroN. .gi Ig.. QQ! DISTINCTIVE BRAND OF CHOCOLATES Purest selected materlals enuc ngly comb ned into varymg centers coated wlth a rich Chocolate of the finest qual ty each P1606 you taste seems more allunng than the last. 4-V-- x VX Y I A x ' l fr:c.u.5,Ph..0 5 To Cnocommsg M XE X A ,,' .., ,, X x A ., i n X X . , . . i ' Q n f xb N ' X THE MYSTERY OF THE MGON MAN Setting The scene is held in the garden of the moon man. The lighting is of blue and the child is dressed in white lNIoon Man Child Moon Man Child Moon Man Child Moon Man Whence come ye, my maiden fair? This journey for you Iid like to spare, 'Tis rough and dangerous and ever trod By youths and maidens who trust in God. They wish to query from me, no doubt, Concerning the moon and its whereaboutsg Concerning the rays and shining streams Which on the rivers and lakes it beams, About the lure and golden glow, Which from the moon I nightly throw. But of all this I cannot say - Oh, do go on A I beg - I pray. I've come this far and found my quest, I can't go back without the rest. I've waited long as you can see For this time which has come to me. For many a night I've looked and seen The stars about you cast a silvery sheen. Their look is sweet, and intriguing, loo, But all my dreams are of only you. And now youive refused me my heart's desire To know why you are the one who is higher Above the stars, the clouds and the sky, Why you are the one who looks from high. Nay, child, cease, your wish is the same As all the rest of the mortals who came To question me . . . I know, I know, I've heard from everyone 'tis so, But I thought I could plead and maybe get Just a little hope - No, I won't leave you yet Your gesture demands my departure at once, But on you I'll impose my insolence. I come, I know. in vain to ask These questions, when you sit with a mask Of cold indifference upon your face. Yes, they all say that- from the human race. You must leave at once. I'll send you a ray To guide you on your homeward way. Yes, back Iill go to earth once more. Mystery unsolved, when it's at my door. Yet I'll sit and dream and think of thee. Forever and ever, youill remain with me. Wise Child! Be on your way - Go homeward before the break of day, fShe goes outj Ah, silly one! Sweet innocence is gone, With me my secret still keeps on. --Q1 79 Ie CAROLYN DANA American Tool and Machine Company 10 HIGH STREET BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS 80 F, X ,f' 1- ,...,.-,-,. . , . .. . . C' Y fix' 41 ' Q R Q. 4 X W K, , - 7 .f P' .,..:.,a:::- R - . 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Harrison, William D - Solid Geometry 82. Howard, Lawrence - Algebra 88. Kells, Elizabeth - Algebra 923 Geometry 82. Marnock, Edward- Solid Geometry 973 Trigonometry 93. I Milne, James Allen-Solid Geometry 80 Trigonometry 87. Mosher, Malcolm Lloyd -- Trigonometry 90, Palmer, John - Algebra 94. Ryder, Myron - Solid Geometry 933 Trig- onometry 93. Shaw, Dorothy - Chemistry 80, Latin 6, 81 Spring, Chadbourne- Solid Geometry 98 Trigonometry 95. Steele, Harriet- Algebra 82g Geometry 82 Tibbetts, Wallace - Algebra 95. Turner, Charles - Solid Geometry 823 Trig- onometry 83. Vallee, Ernest - Algebra 88. VVhite, George- Solid Geometry 92, Trig- onometry 87. unsos Sylvester Sz Carson H rf A Sggf ESSEX VJ' Hudson C9 Essex Motor Cars nigga QUINCY, MASSACHUSETTS --:JI 84 11:0 ALUMNI NOTES CCompiled by Louise A. Bennettj CLASS OF 1917 David Bailey - Harvard '21, is a reporter for the Boston Transcript. Richard Blackmur, a salesman for the John Hancock Life Insurance, married Wini- fred Marshall and has a daughter. A. Warren Clapp '15 and Dorothy Bower Clapp '17 with their small son, James Henry, are living in Weymouth. Chester Clail' - Bowdoin '21, with his wife and baby girl is residing in Augusta, Maine, where he is selling radio equipment. John Gallivan - Boston College '21, Tuft's Medical '25, is an interne at Saint Eliza- beth's Hospital. Mary A. Gallivan of '16 married George Brady, January 1, 1925. With their son, George, born in December, they are living on Montello Street, Brockton. Dorothy Lincoln Green received her M.D. from Tufts Medical. Helena Hobart married Lowell B. Buckner in August, 192-L, and resides on Georganna Street, South Braintree. Lucille Joyce was graduated from Badcliffe in '21. married Merton L. Gilbert, September '21, and is now abroad. Catherine Kemple, after graduating from Smith in '21, studied at the Prince School, and is now head of the mail order and ad- justment department in Gilchrist's. Mary Kneeland - Smith '21, is living at home on Hollis Avenue, Braintree. Katherine Krasinski is a trained nurse at the Quincy Hospital. Eva May Piercy - Jackson '21, is teach- ing in the Needham High School. Ethel Piercy - Sargent School '21, is a teacher of physical education in the Waverly High School. Mrs. C. S. McWayne, nee Alice Scotcher, is in Honolulu. Mr. and Mrs. M. F. Inman Cformerly H. Louise Prescottj of F oxboro announced the birth of a daughter on November 20, 1925. H. Emery White was married to Marcia N. Baker of Boston on February 17, 1924. and now resides on Maple Street, Braintree. CLASS OF 1918 A. Louise Bower married Porter Thompson '16 and is living in Quincy. Gladys Bryant - Jackson '22, married Harry Moore in 1921. Frederick W. Dyer married Grace Sawyer and is at the head of the South Weymouth Custom Laundry. Edith Folsom - Jackson '22, is teaching at Woodward Institute, Quincy. Norman A. Hall- Harvard '22, is engaged to Elizabeth Crouch. Jeanette Linscott - Wheaton '22, is teach- ing mathematics at Woodward Institute, Quincy. Florence Pinkerton-Simmons '22, was teaching science in Wellesley, when last heard of. Stanley Bichards is engaged to Elizabeth H. Mason of Pittsburgh. Nelson H. Small was married in June, 1925, to Miss Edith B. Saxe of Connecticut and is now a sales manager of the Inter- national Agricultural Products Company of New York City. CLASS OF 1919 Madalen Dingley's address is now Mrs. William Dougal Leetch, Eidolou, 3718 Livingston Street, Chevy Chase, Washington, D. C. Eunice Eldrige graduated from the Boston Trade School for girls in 192-1. Edward Atherton Hunt-Bowdoin '22, was married to Catherine Maxwell, Feb- ruary 13, I926. Bichard Atherton Hunt-Harvard '23, will be graduated from Harvard Law School '26, Pauline McGrath is living at her home on Stedman Avenue, Braintree. Marion Pennock- Wheaton '23, studied at Simmons a year, and now is a domestic science teacher at Highland Hall, Holidays- burg, Pennsylvania. Gertrude Piercy married Arthur Bates in September, 1925. Doris Bogers - Bridgewater Normal '22, is teaching at the Francis W. Parker School in Norfolk Downs. CLASS OF 1920 Mrs. Burpee announced the birth of a daughter, Janice, in December, 1925. Mrs. Burpee was June Arnold. Elizabeth Bristol received her A.B. from Wheaton and is an assistant buyer in Jordan Marsh's. Marion Collins has an executive position at the Abbott Employment Agency of Boston. --:JI 85 112-- SHOES MADE WITH BARBOURWELT PROVIDE THREE DISTINCT FEATURES 1. They Hold Their Shape. The SOLID LEATHER RIB retards the natural tendency to tread over and distort the shoe. 2. They Are Nearer Water-proof Than Any Other Possible Construction. The seam where moisture and Water seeps in is Choked by the RIB , 3. They Possess a Rugged, He-Man Style Trim that appeals to School and College boys everywhere. Ask your deal er for shoes made Withw Hx B 1 A R B 5 o U 3 R 4 W I E I L 1 T I Barbour Welting Company BROCKTON, MASS. U. S. A. L -QI 86 It.. ALUMNI NOTES - Continued Annie Doyle received an A.B. from Em- manuel and an A.M. from Boston Uni- versity. She is now teaching in the Hyde Park High School. Gilbert Herwood is playing in No No Nannette on the Pacific Coast. Wales Holbrook - Dartmouth '24, is now a bonds salesman for B. J. Baker and Company. Timothy Lyons-Dartmouth '24, is study- ing law at Harvard Law School. Alice Miller - Wheaton '24, studied social service at Simmons and is engaged in welfare work. Mrs. John F. Mahoney, nee Carol Mur- phy, is living at 177 Nash Road, New Bedford. Dr. Mahoney is the city physician of New Bedford. George Smith is a professor of music in Syracuse University. Alice Whittle is employed in the office of F. W. Field and Company of Montello. CLASS OF 1921 Marion Bond received an A.B. from Smith, and is employed by the Rand Cardex Bureau of Boston. Ellen Hall is teaching music in Pittsfield, New Hampshire. Paul Higgins - Brown '25, is coaching baseball at the Suffield School in Connecticut. Burton Josselyn- Brown '25, is married and is living in Providence. Pauline Elizabeth Ryder - Radcliffe '25, has a position in the Harvard Library. CLASS OF 1922 Rebecca Gallagher is at Vassar in the Class of '2T. Archie Wales Holmes is at Bowdoin, Class of '27 . Eleanor Knight has been awarded a non- resident scholarship at Chicago University Cof 58005 to be used toward a higher degree in either astronomy or mathematics. There are four awards annually. It is the highest honor Vassar can give her seniors. Daniel Lyons' name appears in the group marked Distinction of the Harvard Rank List 1925-26. Eleanor Prescott- Jackson '26, is presi- dent of the Sociality Club, and a member of Alpha Omicron Pi. Bradford Ropes is appearing on the stage in London this season. Kirk Scotcher is to be graduated from Brown University in June, 1926. CLASS OF 1923 Caroline Austin is at Boston University. Dorothy Dana is secretary to Dr. Green- ough and Dr. Smith. Deane Walker has been elected captain of the Williams 1926 baseball team. CLASS OF 1924 Stuart Cook made the Amherst Glee Cfdl-J last year. Esther Chapman is employed in the Boston Public Library. Philip Flint studied at Lawrence Academy for a year and entered Oberlin in September, 1925. J. Allen Milne entered Northeastern Uni- versity last fall. Margaret Stowers is at Goucher College. Lawrence Whittemore and George Thomp- son are of the Class of '29 at Bowdoin. CLASS OF 1925 A large proportion of the class are en- gaged in further study. At Antioch- Bennett Gale, at Amherst - Wallace Kells with Bradford Hubbard '24, at Boston University-Arleen Hall, Col- lege of Business Administration-John Alden, Richard Ball, and Myron Lane, at Boston University Pre-Medical - Ainsley Dingwell, at Brown - Elise Abbott, at Bowdoin-Milton Jaycox, Athur Rosen- bush, and Theron Spring, at Dartmouth - Stephen Balkam, John Hubbard, Richard Kimball, and Wendell Schuh, at Harvard - Alfred French, Morrill Hall, Richard Ketch- um, Edward Moore, Frederick Nugent, and Frank Roberts, at Holy Cross- Cyril Powderly, at Jackson - Dorothy Mann, at Massachusetts Tech-Paul Baker, Frank Faustini, William Harrison, Edward Mar- nock, Malcolm Mosher, Myron Ryder, Charles Turner, and George White, at Northeastern - Simeon Dyer, at Radcliffe -Margaret Shultz, at Skidmore-Ruth Godfrey, Rosamond Perry, at Tufts- Donald King, at Wellesley- Elizabeth Kebbe, Miriam MacDonald, and Dorothy Vye, at Wheaton- Beatrice Hall, at Boston School of Physical Education- Helen Hixon, at New England Conserva- tory of Music - Webster Tileston, at Nor- mal Art - Martha Cook, at Miss Leslie's School- Gertrude MacDonald and Sarah Patten, at Catherine Gibbs Secretarial School-Barbara Hannigan, at Cushing Academy - Dorothy Southworth, at North Adams Normal- Florence Parker. -gl 87 15... 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Do daily each task that is giveng rememher no duty to shirk, And remember the night is for sleeping, and forget not. the day is for work. The boy may follow the man's way, hut, pupil, until you are man, lveep peace with the Laws of Thayer, follow each as far as you can. When the school meets a school in a gathering, one of the schools nmst fail, lie quiet, the leaders may speak-it n1ay he fair words may prevail. When you argue witl1 a man of a school, you must argue alone and afar, Lest, others take part in the fray, and the school be upset from afar. Now these are the Laws of Thayer, and few and mighty are theyg But the head and the foot of the laws and the heart and the mind is Obey. 89 Ii:-A LARRY II. tat the soda fountainj: I'll have an egg shake, please. CH,-xm.lE M. Cin anticipation of cracking El jokejz H That's a good yolk. NIR. SOUTHXYORTH Centering a Chemistry class during an examinationbz May I use James NlaePhillips for a minute? MR. II1LToN Cwriting at the boardj: Yes, use both sides of the paper. UN THE QIZND OF FEBRUARY Miss SOUTHNYORTII Cat the play rehearsal in the ahsence of M. PJ: I guess George's birth- day doesn't agree witl1 Kliss Perry. llumilcr S. George who? NIR. lIiLToN: What is the formula for copper oxide? WIIRGINIA D. 'A Cu-no. MR. l'lILToN: Yes, that's right. II' the boys only exhibited as much brawn on the football field as they do in the lunchroom corridor, we would win all our games. Tescimcnt We will now take up the study of involution and evolution. Porn.: Gee! I wish I lived in Tennessee. ltEsUI.Ts OF PIER CHEMisTnY TRAINING YVith apologies to Nlr. Hilton. Give me a spoon of oleo, Bla, And the sodium alkali, For I'm going to make a pie, Mamma, For I'm going to make a pie. Dad will be hungry and tired, Ma, And his tissues will decompose: For So give me a gram of phosphate, And the earhon and cellulose. Now give me a chunk of casein, Ma, To shorten the thermin fat, And give me the oxygen bottle, And look at the thermostat. And if tl1e electric oven is cold, Just turn on half an ohm, For I want to have supper ready As soon as Dad comes home. Ma, CI..EAN WI-IOLESOME PRICE'S UNEXCELLED QUALITY ICE CREAM DO YOU KNOW ? a quart of Ice Cream equals in Food Value any of the following: I 2-5 lbs. Beefstealc I4 Eggs, fAverage Sizel 3 3-4 lbs. Chicken I 4-5 lbs. Baked Beans 3 4-5 lbs. Codlislx 4 I-3 lbs. Peas I0 3-4 lbs. Tomatoes IT IS YOUR BEST FOOD - EAT MORE OF IT Visitors always welcome. Come in and see it made. C. IVI. PRICE COMPANY VVEYMOUTI-I, MASS. WEYMOUTH TELEPHONE 0340 --:EI 90 Ia-- 1 , Ili X - 4 6' , Q . If . . I 1' 5' 7 ' ff Q? V 1- 2 ' W 41 if ' Z ,. . Q12 ' i'2!,'5f S L f -1 f 3- . 1 .Q ,mi V 4, ,.,,, , Y ..,, , .WH , if 5261 : N 1- A A ,... , -, .. ,1 1 Tllbe Bins btuhin PORTRAITURE UNUSUAL 9 Cliveden Street, Quincy, Mass. Uczfhe Short Street with the Bright Lights Frames ! Frames ! Frames ! --QI 92 Ir-- FEATURES - Continued We were informed by an innocent young Freshman the other day who happened to see Miss Gemmel helping the Senior-Mid play along, that she was an excellent STAGE COACH. 1sT STUDENT: Why do some students think that John Young is a dead one? QND STUDENT: Because the majority know him as the late John Young. MISS HOER: You know the people I mean. EMMA H. Yes, we know the ones you mean! MR. SOUTHWORTH: What are the antipodes? PAUL K. Islands in the Caribbean Sea. IIARRIET S. Cin Chemistryjz Is liquid air a solid? Miss GEMMEL: You ought to get at least a 100 Z, in that examination. SOME NEW FACTS LEARNED FROM ENGLISH PAPERS Idols of the King. Book of 'A Jovef' He is saved from being eaten by an old man. Lincoln was assassinated by Booth Tarkington. Lincoln was assassinated hy Ford. The author was unanimous. MR. SoU'I'HwoR'rH: Ilow would you tell whether a noun is masculine or feminine? NIABION VV: Look at it. M ISS BRISCOE: What were the explorations of Verrazano? RICHARD P.: Oh, he sailed around the St. Lawrence river and then ran down the coast. MISS GEMMEL Cgiving an examinationj: Use either pen or ink. SENIOR Casking for class dayj: We want to dress up like children. MR. SOUTHWORTH: Do you need to dress upp71 Suggested motto for Mr. Lane. Absence makes the marks grow rounder. MISS BRISCOE: What was the route taken by Cartier? ANS.: Oh, he sailed into the mouth of the St. Lawrence. -QI 93 Ig- CHARACTERISTIC REMARKS MR. HILTON: Now to carry that along. MISS BRISCOE: That's just the point I want to bring out. MR. LANE: Is there anyone wlIo hasn't done the work for to-day? MISS BURKE! If you say that again I shall scream. MISS ALLEN: All notebooks must be cor- rected before you go home to-night. What would you do if I should turn you down? she asked shyly, as they sat on tlIe sofa. After a few tense moments of no response she asked, Didn't you hear my question? I beg your pardon, he returned, surprised, I thought you were addressing the gas. TEACHER Cin English classbz Caesar was singular. PUPIL: Oh yes, quite true! He was married six times. So you sent a dollar for that advertized ap- pliance to keep your gas bills down. What did they send you? A paper weight. SMART THING Miss Burke has stolen down the aisle with care, and caught poor Parker Carney pos'tively un- aware, and what can poor Parker do now? Dumb thing! IVhy, he'll swallow his gum, And Miss Burke will find none, And he won't cough it up till she's gone. Smart thing! WYHAT WOULD HAPPEN IF? - Jack Young failed to oppose the World Court? Mr. Hilton let the lunch-room cat stay in Chemistry class? Miss Briscoe let Harriet Steele do her Math in History class? The orchestra should ever harmonize? If the Davis-Benson combine failed to break something on Lab days? TEACHER: Why were you not in class yes- terday? PUPIL: I was sick. TEACHER: Sick abed? PUPIL: No, sick a school. Complzhzents of Class V I I l u O l 21 95 T'N9N41GYOGYJCNNDCNSDCNSDNDONJOADONJGRN!Gvoonscwocmsnoawoow:Namocwocwowoxsonsmwcwomocwcwomoawocwoowcwoowonscwoonsonsowoxsff G'k9OkD06sD Ts900s.90k90kD0k90k90k90Q0k90k90kDOQNDfJOk9Uk9fs90kD0kDN9fsSOk90k9?k9?J L! V. To THOSE MEMBERS GF THE GRADUATING CLASS OF THAYER ACADEMY GOING INTO THE BUSINESS WORLD DIRECT ADVERTISING may be defined as adverf tising Q generally letters, folders and bookletsj going from the sender DIRECT to firms or individuf als whose names and addresses are known to the sender. GC This is a form of advertising which every business can use effectively. It Should be planned Carefully by those who Specialize in this Character of Work. GQ When the time Comes for you to Suggest the use of direct advertising we will be glad to help you make your direct advertising efforts a Success. '23 TOLMAN PRINT, lime, BROCKTON, MASS. OKDOOJOMDGKDGKDGKDOMDOMDOk90k30k30kD0k9CWd0k90OJ0k90kDOt3OOJO0JlNx9GWJOk9CVx90k90OJOOJ -'QI 96 In-A 4 cwassxaonooxsvwcvooowaoocwomwonscwoawocwoowomowcwocwookaqwamoqwopwmdwgekgmdokgpw 00-GYO OKDGKDGYOOMDOKDGKDGASOADGYOGYOGWO if FEATURES - Continued HE: If you had not been so long dressing, we shouldn't have missed the car. SHE: And if you hadn't hurried me so, we shouldn't have had to wait so long for the next one. Miss HOEH: Who was clown in, ' As You Like It? ' PAUL K. fwith his eyes on the football fieldj: Touchdown. THINGS WE SHOULD LIKE T0 KNOW Why teachers are so darn healthy? What would happen if Miss Emerson failed to say, in the study hall, Any person who talks will stay after school, TWO HOURS? Why Mr. Lane usually fails to pass a 69.5'Z, pupil? Who originated Latin, French, Math, and other such lovely tasks? TEACHER: You act like a three year old. PUPIL! I used to be. QUESTION! What is dirt? ANS.: Mud with the juice squeezed out. The lunchroom is a quiet place, VVhcre law and peace abide, While you eat. The people say, Get here, ahead of me, The waiters say, Here, all you want is free, While you eat. Is SHE LIKE THIS? How like a lovely rose her cheeks so fair, For boughten color she does never spare. What lips of brightest hue, I often see, More red by far than God meant them to be. Such shiny tresses glisten in the sun With richest oil and strong perfume 'tis done. During a German examination Miss Burke left. the room for several minutes. When she returned the class was rather surprised at her loud outburst of laughter. It seems that she had been searching quite diligently through the building for Wallace Tibbetts, who was quietly taking the examination. IN IIISTORY CLASS What happened then? H Clay died. What happened then? Someone else died. What happened then? Funerals. MISS HOEH: Under what circumstances was the wedding to take place? ALLAN P.: In a church. BIISTRESS Cinstructing new butlerlz Now, how do you address the baronet? BUTLER: Your Lordship. And his lady? Your Ladyshipf' And an admiral? Er- your flagship. F. 0. Clark Engraving Company Plz oto- Engravers Halftone e-Line- Two 4Three - Four Color Process Plates -- Commercial Art Commercial Photography Designingf Illustrating fix QQ? 88 Pearl Street, Boston, Mass. Frank O. Clark, Manager Congress 0311-0312 --21 98 IP:-A 1 -1. ' ua fm .. K, ,,,, , ...Vs -- ,, . ' ,, 5 I 1 A- A Q' W A QQ Mk 5 HH-5':' Q. Q Q .Q N I N s '15 E 5 NX ' gf if 2 47' .. - I rg.. T ' ' m 1 S, -. 3 . ., - -P , A Qi .i .Q mf ' ' , S .Y ff , ' 1 ff :.-x P K ' , h W if v K L., . --QI 99 C0mpIz'mem'5 of cz Friend --21 100 Ir-- 4.4 X X, WV ll! N11 'P fr limi ! 5-'T' P 1 T ,lx 'W L ILSA3 if T JA! 'I'-A! Rah! Rah! 'I' aa A! 'rl' - M Rah! Rah! Hoo-rahl Hoo-liah ! 'fhayvrAcaclmnyl Rah! Rah! Rah! Tha - yor! Tha - yer! Tha - yer! ll ah-R ahfllah Y Rahfll ahfll ah! 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