Thomaston High School - Owl Yearbook (Thomaston, CT)

Text from Pages 1 - 74 of the 1926 volume:

OPEN A CHECKING ACCOUNT Doing business by check is the safe way. Every paid check is both a record and a receipt of a business transaction. The officers of this bank will be glad to talk with you about it. i The Thomaston National Bank [1] G. A. LEMMON Pharmacist “The Rexall Store” Thomaston, Connecticut “Everything That’s Best” Dodge Brothers Motor Cars Comfortable - Safe - Convenient E. G. HOTCHTKSS, AGENT Thomaston, Conn. Telephone 61-5 A. L. WOOD W. N. AUSTIN Main Street Thomaston LOCAL AND LONG Meats, Fancy Groceries, DISTANCE .EXPRESS Butter, Eggs, Fruits and Vegetables Furniture Piano Moving Thomaston, Conn. The Hartford Hospital Training School Glee Club A Professional Career The Hartford Hospital Training School for Nurses offers high school graduates a professional career with every educational advantage. Since 1877 it has steadily increased its enrollment to 200 students. Attractive home-like surroundings. Eight-hour duty, moving pictures, tennis and professional glee club instruction. Classes admitted September and February. For further information, address: Principal, Hartford Hospital Training School Hartford, Conn. [3] THOMASTON TEA COMPANY TEAS, COFFEE, SPICES, ETC. Also—Crockery, Fancy China, Glassware, Enamel Ware, Galvanized Ware, Aluminum Ware, Screens, Rugs, Florence, Nesco, Perfection and Puritan Oil Cook Stoves and Ovens, Puritan Oil Cook Stoves and Ovens, Purex Ware and All Cooking Utensils. TELEPHONE 64-2 WILLIAM S. YOOS GENERAL CONTRACTOR ANI) BUILDER All Kinds of Cabinet Work and Stairbuilding Window Screens Made To Fit Your Windows No Job Too Big or Small North Main St., Tel. 364 GRAIN, FEED AND HAY Geo. P. Bradstreet THOMAS M. LYONS REAL ESTATE AND INSURANCE OF ALL KINDS Notary Public Mortgage Loans Office: Thomaston Tea Store or 11 Bristol Street Telephone 131 Thomaston, Connecticut SUCCESS IS NOT LUCK It is PERSEVERANCE and | GOOD APPEARANCE Wear CUSTOM TAILORED CLOTHES Made To Measure and Be Well Dressed ARCHIE SIVILLA CUSTOM TAILOR The Man Who Makes Good Clothes Hopkins Building YELLOW t 1 Miriam F. Murphy CAB Teacher of Violin Telephone 3 [5] NORTH MAIN STREET GARAGE H. E. Grimshaw, Prop. North Main Street Telephone 186 Storage, Automobile Supplies and Repairs Agents for Fords and Fordson Gas and Oils Bryant Stratton College Fcundad 1863 Providence, Rhode Island High School graduates come to Bryant Stratton College for Collegiate Business Courses in Business Administration, Higher Accountancy, Secretarial or Normal Training. Two-Year Courses lead to State Authorized Degrees. Prepare fcr executive work. Also One-Year Junior College Business Courses. Time-Saving, Money-Making Teaming. SUMMER SCHOOL—July and August—gives two months’ earlier start to good positions. Over 1,000 employment calls received annually. 64th year begins September 7. Early registration is necessary. Catalogue mailed upon request. Address Bryant Stratton College, Bryant Stratton Building, Fountain Street at Union, Providence, R. I. FULTON MARKET Where you will always find a full line of Fresh and Smoked Meats, Home Made Provisions, Fresh Vegetables—and the best in Sea Foods. “A Fulton Store Will Save You More” PETER DUFF SON Groceries, Feed and Essex Fertilizer Compliments of Mrs. George Warrenburger MILLINERY East Main St., Thomaston [G] B. A. BAVIER Woodruff’s Garden Seed, Hardware, Aluminum Ware, Victor Bicycles B. P. S. Paints and Varnishes, Murphy’s Dacote and Enamel, Fishing Tackle. SPAULDING ATHLETIC GOODS PERFECTION AND PURITAN OIL STOVES AUTO SUPPLIES AND ACCESSORIES MAIN STREET THOMASTON, CONN. t WALK OVER STYLE SHOES All of the newest styles, sizes and widths for all men and women MAIN BOOT SHOP TONY LAURETANO, PROP. MILLINERY COMPLIMENTS OF Hand-Made Articles A. CIARCIA TONSORIAL PARLORS Mrs. R. J. M’Roberts Bobbing a Specialty Lipman Block Upstairs All Styles [7] COMPLIMENTS OF Idlewild Farm The Variety Store “Where Quality Merchandise Is Sold” Hosiery, Notions, Kitchen Utensils, Stationery, Etc. F. T. BID WELL’S JEWELRY STORE Town Hall Building Thomaston, Conn. WATCHES, CLOCKS and JEWELRY REPAIRED PIANOS TUNED and REPAIRED BAY PATH INSTITUTE ofSpringfield Massachusetts All Commercial Subjects Oldest ISormal y Commercial Department I m New England Send or Catalog Edward Crouch GENERAL JOBBING AND REPAIRING Electric Ave., Thomaston Di. F. S. Parsons DENTIST Thomaston, Conn. OFFICE HOURS: 8-11 A. M.; 12-5 P. M. [8] COMPLIMENTS OF CENTRAL LUNCH OPERA HOUSE THEATER Main Street Thomaston, Conn. “Just Two Places to Eat— L. B. Murphy, Manager Here and Home” COMPLIMENTS OF THE CONNECTICUT POWER COMPANY [9] Our courses are so arranged and planned that they train you directly for business. Hundreds of other high school students have attended Morse’s and are now successful in business. Let the Morse College train you and then place you in a good paying position. Write at once for our Bulletin. 183 ANN STREET, H ARTFORD [10] O l)e Owl 192 6 Thomaston High School Thomaston Connecticut FOREWORD |� : N PUBLISHING this, the fifth edition | J | of The Owl, it has been the aim of £ the staff to depict those thoughts, 81810 6SE r : activities, achievements and everyday phases of school life which characterize the scnool year of 1925-26 at Thomaston High School, and to make this book a truly representative history of the student-body. If it helps you to retain those golden memories of your high-school days, it will have achieved the purpose for which it was intended. To this end the work is submitted to you. [14] Ol)£ Owl Published by the Students of Thomaston High School EDITORIAL STAFF Editor-in-Chief . Business Manager . Literary Editor . Art................ Alumni Editor . Senior Write-ups . Jokes .... Robert Griffith . William Hayes . Ruth Lundahl . Charlotte Hoyt . Mary Doyle . Vivian Taylor . Ruth Swanson BUSINESS STAFF Hayden Hotchkiss Frances Doyle Enos O’Connell Gertrude Haderer Dorothy Higgins REPORTERS Dorothy McMillen (Head) i Dorothy Hotchkiss Gilbert Nase Faculty Advisor . . . . Helen Tibbals Catherine Woodward Marjory Conlin . Mrs. Pearl Zinn [15] Pi i f The Tlioinn.ston Printing Company SCHOOL DIRECTORY E. Stephens Mapes, A. B., A. M..................Principal Jennie M. Buck, A. B....................Latin and History Mildred E. Blakeslee..........................Mathematics Dorothy M. Crawford, A. B..........................French Enos M. Drumm, A. B...............................Science Mary Etta Knapp...................................English Marion R. Mapes, A. B., M. S......................English Julia L. Marriner.................Science and Geography Justine V. McGowan, A. B......................Mathematics M. Bernice Rhoda, A. B............................History Milton B. Styer........................Commercial Studies Pearl Post Zinn, A. B.............................English THE STUDENT COUNCIL Robert Griffith..............................President Harrow Kindness.........................Vice-President Nettie Wedge.................................Treasurer Albert Atwood................................Secretary Marion Harper Minerva Mattoon Dorothy Murphy Ruth Lundahl Gilbert Nase James O’Brien Marjory Conlin DC] THE STUDENT ASSOCIATION Four years ago the Thomaston High School took its first step forward when it moved frcm its old, out-of-date and inadequate quarters into the new, modern and excellently equipped building which it now occupies. Since that time the school has continued and steadily improved upon this progressive policy until each succeeding year finds it better than the last. This year there has been accomplished what is probably the greatest advance since the construction cf the new building—the formation of the Student Association of the Thomaston High School. This association is, briefly, the organization of all the pupils in the school into one society for the purpose of building up in the students themselves a finer spirit of self-reliance and self-responsibility by the practical method of student-government. In this way by placing the governing power in the students’ own hands it is hoped that a better feeling of co-operation between teacher and pupil will arise, and that in time teachers will have to do only with actual instruction and will be able to leave matters of discipline to the association. Immediately after the plan was proposed the students became enthusiastic over it, and, at a constitutional assembly, appointed a committee to draw up a set of laws to fit whatever needs might arise. Shortly afterwards elections were held and the members of the student Council, which represents the student-body and carries out its wishes, were elected. But unlike many other such organizations which attain popularity for a time, and, as soon as interest wanes, sink into oblivion, the matter has not stopped here. On the contrary the council soon was recognized as an active and influential factor in school affairs, and, by taking up and treating current school problems at the successive weekly meetings, it has gradually assumed control of all matters pertaining to the school in general. But this is cnly a beginning. No matter how great have been the achievements to date, there is no limit to the possibilities of an association of this nature. The hardest part of the formation of any such society, the foundation, has been completed. There remains only the less-entailed work of keeping the thing geing How permanently the association has been established, how lasting and faithful is the support of the students of Thomaston High of a worthy cause, how great are the capabilities of these same pupils to maintain and improve upon this new idea of student-government are all questions for the future to decide. But, surely, there is no reason to believe, or, rather, to fear, that by discontinuing or neglecting ihe Student Association in the future, the members of T. H. S. will so far forget their obligations to the school as to hinder the propagation of that doctrine for which it has always stood—the doctrine concisely set forth in the one word: “Progress.” ri7] a 1 32.6 ENOS JOSEPH O’CONNELL President Baseball, 2-3-4 Basketball, 4 Glee Club, 4 Enie’s salutatorian of our class; He’s a president none can surpass. MARY CELIA DOYLE Vice-President Glee Club, 4 Babe’s a favorite with the boys; They’re more fun for her than toys. [18] HAYDEN RENFREE HOTCHKISS Glee Club, 4 Baseball Manager, 4 Baseball, 3-4 Owl Staff, 3-4 Smoky in trig, is right there; He can draw a circle, a line, and square. MARION DOROTHY HARPER Secretary Glee Club, 4 Basketball, 2-3 Billie Harper is ever gay Winter, summer, night and day. JOHN EMANUEL THULIN Glee Club, 4 Orchestra, 1-2-3 Basketball, 3-4 Beans in the orchestra plays; His violin has conquering ways DOROTHY MARGARET McMILLEN Treasurer Glee Club, 4 Dot is our treasurer, so true, Paying our bills when e’er they’re due. [19] JOSEPH TORTORICI Glea Club, 4 Athletic Association, 1-2-3 Joe is a hard-working lad; Work is his own special fad. CHARLOTTE MAY HOYT Captain of Basketball Team, 3-4 Pat is the artist of the class, Perhaps her fame o’er the world will ROBERT WATSON GRIFFITH Owl Staff, 1-2-3-4 Baseball, 4 Basketball, 3-4 Glee Club, 4 Bob is the brainiest of us all, A sheik for whom the ladies fall. ELIZABETH ROSE DANAHER Glee Club, 4 Athletic Association, 1-2-3 Weenie is the tiny one Full of life and full of fun. [20] COLIN DONALD McKELLAR Baseball, 3-4 Glee Club Mac plays baseball with vim, Just leave it up to him. DOROTHY LOUISE MURPHY Glse Club, 4 Student Council, 4 Dot is our elocutionist, Who also bears music upon her list. WILLIAM ADDISON HAYES Owl Staff, 2-3-4 Cheer Leader, 4 Glee Club, 4 Basketball, 4 Bill is lucky, so they say; We wonder how he gets that way. HILMA MARIE NELSON Glee Club, 4 Athletic Association, 1-2-3 Hilma Nelson, the girl who works, Believes in studying and never shirks. [21] JOSEPH GEORGE LUTZ Glee Club, 4 Baseball, 4 Joe is quiet and shy— He passes the girls right by. BERNICE EDNA HUGUENIN Glee Club, 4 Athletic Association, 1-2-3 Bern is to train for a nurse; Much money she’ll have in her purse. HAZEL AURELIA FRENCH Glee Club, 4 Athletic Association, 1-2-3 Frenchy’s the girl who takes French ; Here’s to her for now and hence. TOWELL JOHN OSTRAWSKI Cheer Leader, 4 Glee Club, 4 Baseball, 3-4 Basketball, 3-4 Katza’s our cheerleader thrilling; In showing spirit, he’s ever willing. [22] ELLEN VIRGINIA DANAHER Glee Club, 4 Athletic Association, 1-2-3 Ellen is a generous girl Although she has nary a curl. RUTH ELSIE ODENWALD Glee Club, 4 Athletic Association, 1-2-3 Ruth has a voice most mild; Altogether she’s a nice, quiet child. NETTIE LOUISE WEDGE Glee Club, 4 Orchestra, 3-4 Nettie in typing is good; She, at the highest, has stood. GRACE ETHEL MATHEWS Athletic Association, 1-2-3 Glee Club, 4 Peggy writes short stories well; A future authoress, who can tell ? [ 23] JULIUS PETER SZYMANSKI Basketball, 3-4 Baseball, 3-4 Glee Club, 4 Here we have the mighty Caesar, Who sometimes is an awful teaser EDITH LILLIAN GILMAN Glee Club, 4 Athletic Association, 1-2-3 Edie likes her studies—oh, yes; She takes a chance with a guess. GERTRUDE EDNA HAD.ERER Basketball, 2-3-4 Glee Club, 4 Cappy’s a star at basketball; She .beats her opponents, short or tall. VIVIAN MORSE TAYLOR Basketball, 3-4 Glee Club, 4 Here’s to our Viv, the Senior poetess, May her good verse obtain her happiness. [24] HIGH SCHOOL CALENDAR SEPTEMBER. In this month the school terms start And from good times cne must part. OCTOBER. Basketball, both girls’ and boys’, Commences now, combined with noise. NOVEMBER. Now the snow begins to fall And from studies turn one and all. DECEMBER. Vacation time is now on hand, Greatly welcomed in every land. JANUARY. After school, while there is snow, We have a sleigh and away we go. FEBRUARY. Dances arrive and without delay All are there so happy and gay. MARCH. Assemblies come, enjoyed by us, Everyone attending without a fuss. APRIL. Now the time for the game, baseball, Being the talk from hall to hall. MAY. Every time the school bells chime It brings us nearer to closing time. JUNE. At the end of our school year All leave High without a tear. [25] Vivian Taylor. THE JUNIOR CLASS Class Colors—Blue and Gold. CLASS OFFICERS. President Vice-President Treasurer Secretary MEMBERS OF THE CLASS. Davida Blakeslee Julia Knox Mary Danaher Stanley Kuraczyk Frances Doyle Ruth Lundahl George Eggleston Raymond Madeux Philip Fisher Bernice Martin Esther Flynn Lawrence McDonald Florence Glennon Helen McGowan Joseph Granc George Millspaugh Raymond Hellerich Harrow Kindness Dorothy Higgins Lauretta Ryan Dorothy Hotchkiss Marshall Sangster Agnes Johnson Charles Schnerr Anna Kiefer Elroy Simons Vance Taylor [26] SCHOOL NEWS ASSEMBLIES This year the Student Council undertook the management of the various assemblies other than those at which addresses were given by outside speakers. In order to accustom the pupils to public speaking and at the same time to make get-togethers in the gymnasium more interesting and enjoyable, it was decided that an assembly should be held every twe weeks at which programs would be presented by the various classes. To create still greater interest and to assure entertainments of a high caliber a contest for the title of “Most Entertaining Class in the School” was arranged. This plan met with instant success and as a result the assemblies of the 1925-26 season have been more successful than any previous similar presentations. The Senior Class was awarded the honor cf opening the contest, and they proved worthy of the choice, for, putting forth their best talent, they presented one of the most entertaining programs of the year. Included in the program were songs by the Senior “Ukulele Ladies,” a reading by Dorothy Murphy, a harmonica solo by Julius Syzmanski, selections by the “Naugatuck River Octet,” composed of Senior boys, a vocal solo by Hazel French and several instrumental selections by the Senior Trio. On Friday, March 19, the Junior Class gave an assembly in the gymnasium to the Freshman, Sophomore and Senior Classes. The program included selections by the Junior Class Orchestra, which consists of Florence Glennon, piano; Anna Kiefer, violin; Vance Taylor, saxaphone; Joseph Grano, banjo; and George Millspaugh drum; a piano solo by Ruth Lundahl, and a one-act play entitled “Surprises.” In the cast were: Mr. Dixon, Marshall Sangster; Mrs. Dixon. Helen McGowan; Mrs. Sheldon, Mrs. Dixon’s mother, Dorothy Higgins; the maid, Nora, Frances Doyle; and the butler, 7ernes, Elroy Simons. The entire program was well received. On Wednesday. April 28, the Sophomore Class gave an assembly for the four grades of the Senior High School. One of the main features of this assembly was the “Agony Quartet,” composed of Joshua Innocent. William O’Brien, Earle Beardslee, and William Kane. They were applauded with great enthusiasm and gave several encores. Next came the “Harmonica Boys”—Winifred Knox and Wesley Rouse. Their selections also brought forth much applause. -Another feature was a well-received monologue by Lillian Simons. Aside from these there were two piano duets by Erna Wehrle and Donna Platts; a piano solo by Florence Cable; and selections by the Sophomore Girls’ Glee Club and the class orchestra. The interlocu- [28] tor, Charles Eggleston, established a reputation for wit which was the envy of his entire audience. The Freshmen have not had the opportunity to show us what they can do, as the assembly which they will give is scheduled late in the school year. However, we are resting assured that we shall be well entertained when they do stage their performance. One of the most important and most interesting assemblies of the year was that held on Tuesday, April 13, at which the entire school was addressed by a representative of the Near East Relief. The speaker described some of the scenes of want and desolation in that needy district and related in a particularly vivid manner some of his actual experiences as a relief-worker in the Near East. He brought home to us the realization of our good fortune in being future citizens of the United States, and he made a plea for our continued aid to those poor, destitute children who depend entirely upon the generosity of America for their livelihood. HALLOWE EN PARTIES The Junior Class gave a Hallowe’en party in the gymnasium Friday evening, October 30, 1925, for the Sophomore and Senior C lasses. Dancing and games were enjoyed by about seventy-five gaily-costumed boys and girls. The prizes were awarded to Miss ('arolyn Potter, for the prettiest costume; Miss Mary Danaher, for the most deceitful; and to Winifred Knox, for the funniest costume. At the Freshman Hallowe’en party Carol Turner and George Madeux received prizes for the most attractive costumes and Caroline Humphreville and Louis Olcese, for the funniest. SENIOR HOP On Christmas Eve the Senior Class gave a dance in the gymnasium in honor of the alumni of the school. The appropriate and ornamental decorations, the agreeable attendance which was of just the right size for the enjoyment of everyone, the excellence of the music, and the general pervasion of the spirit of Christmas cheer—all contributed to make this one of the most noteworthy social events of the year. JUNIOR PROM Since it is the custom for each Junior Class to give a prom, the class of ’27 followed the usual course of events by giving one in the gymnasium on Friday evening, May 14. The gym was prettily decorated in the class colors, blue and gold, and excellent music was furnished by the Tick-Tockers. The prom was well-attended, and the couples included students of the Terryville, Watertown, Litchfield and Thomaston High Schools. [30] TYPING AWARDS This year has been a banner one in the typing; division of the commercial curriculum, for a great number of prizes have been taken by the various students. In March several pupils of the typing-classes, under the supervision of Mr. Styer, journeyed to Hartford and took part in an interscholastic typing competition held in that city, with results favorably comparing with other schools of the same size. The following awards have been made to the best students for proficiency in typing: The Royal Company: Gold pin, Gertrude Haderer; silver pin, Nettie Wedge, Dorothy Murphy, Florence Glennon, Helen McGowan, and Helen Kloss. The Underwood Company: Gold pin, Grace Mathews; silver pin, Dorothy Murphy and Florence Glennon; bronze pin, Dorothy Murphy. FRENCH EXHIBIT From March 9 to 12 the French classes of the high school held an exhibition of various letters and articles from France, many of which had been received from students of that country, with whom the members of the French classes are corresponding. Among the things displayed were newspapers, fashion magazines, handkerchiefs and wooden shoes such as peasants wear. The townspeople and students were very generous in lending valuable pottery, perfume and etching done by an artist of Montmartre (the Greenwich Village of Paris), and articles brought back by soldiers in the World War. This exhibition made the students realize what an interesting country France is. THE UKULELE CLUB Early in the year a new and very popular organization—the Ukulele Club—was formed. A large number of uke-strummers joined, and regular weekly meetings have been held. The club has played several times at assemblies and in each case has scored a hit with its audience. BOYS’ GLEE CLUB The 1925-26 year saw the organization of several new musical societies in the school and the general re-awakening of interest in the study of music. Noticeable evidence of this new interest was given by the establishment cf the Boys’ Glee Club. Meeting every Wednesday afternoon under the instruction of Miss Raffter, this organization has made rapid strides in the past few months and the fundamentals of choral singing have been fully mastered by them. In a business meeting a short time after the Christmas recess the [32] members elected Libony Tortorici, president; Joseph Grano, treasurer; Leveret Tanner, librarian. GIRLS’ GLEE CLUB The Gills’ Glee Club, organized at the same time, has made even greater progress than that cf the boys. Close application combined with natural ability has made them a first-class singing society in a comparatively short time. The officers are: Dorothy Murphy, president; Bernice Huguenin, vice-president; Mary Doyle, secretary and treasurer; Vivian Taylor, librarian. THE ORCHESTRA While the orchestra of the past year cannot measure up to the standard of previous years, it must be realized that, at the present time, the organization is cf a much different character than those of former seasons. The old orchestras were made up of more advanced musicians and were intended to take their place among the leading bands of the town. But now the idea has changed and instead of having as members the more or less skilled students, the orchestra has been devoted to beginners in order tc give them an opportunity to improve themselves by practice in actual orchestration. And the merit of this plan is plainly apparent to those who have had a chance to compare their playing at the beginning of the year with that of the latter part. Marked improvement has been shown in the case of every player, and the playing of the whole organization is far superior tc that of last fall. In addition to the regular rehearsals, the orchestra has played an important part in many of the assemblies, and thus the whole school has noticed and felt satisfaction at its steady progress. The members of the orchestra, each of whom deserves much credit for the conscientious effort shown in his work, are as follows: Piano, Nettie Wedge; violins, Erwin Reed, Stanley Kuraczyk, Caroline Humphreville, Frank Kinski, Louis Smith, John Girard, Frederick Flynn, Gerhard Schlenker, Roland Gustavson, John Kilrran; cello, Carol Turner; trombone, Walter Dickinson; cornets, Edward De Bisschop, Seth Thomas; drums, George Warrenberger; saxaphcne, Lawrence Kane. SCHOOL CONCERT At the annual school concert held in the Opera House, May 7, both the Boys’ and Girls’ Glee Clubs rendered several selections which were very favorably received by the usual, large crowd which is always present at this event. The several concert numbers in which the best efforts of the two clubs were combined were especially appreciated, and the audience seemed well satisfied with every selection—a gratifying reward for the members’ efforts of the past year. [34] LITERARY DEPARTMENT ALMOST CAUGHT Hallowe’en, the mysterious night of ghosts and goblins, was approaching, and all child-life in the town of Haleyville was agog with interest. Secret meetings were held each night by the rival “gangs” of the town. The “Pirates” held their meetings in the old shack behind Stockie Mullins’ heuse, while the “Terrors” congregated down in Taylor’s hay lot. On October twenty-eighth, an impatient band of youngsters watched the clock tick slowly towards three-thirty, for they were eager to know what their leader, Allie Taylor, meant by strange messages which they had received that noon. When school was at last out, scurrying figures were seen in different byways, and scon afterward seven hopeful faces faced Allie, who presided over the meetings. “Lissen!” said he. “I’ve thought of a wonderful plan fer scarin’ the ‘Pirates’ next Saturday night. We’ll frighten ’em so’s that they’ll be afraid to come to church Sunday morning, and we’ll have loads of fun besides.” “What is it? What’s the plan?” cried all present. So Allie explained his plan as well as he could. All the boys agreed with the proposed plan cf attack, and were eager to see it carried out. That is, all but one, for Roonie Edwards did not seem eager for the attack at all, and it was he who presented all the arguments against Allie’s idea. However, the gang was used to his disagreements, so they decided that as long as he brought plenty of ammunition, they would excuse him from any part in the preparations. When the meeting broke up, all hastened to go about their assigned tasks. Jim Blake was to write a message to the “Pirates,” purporting to come from Julia Farrell, Stockie Mullins’ girl, asking all of the rival gang to be down in “Crossing Corn Field” at eight-thirty Saturday night. The message read: “If you are present in ‘Crossing Corn Field’ at eight-thirty Saturday night, you will probably be able to get back at your rivals, the ‘Terrors’. Julia Farrell.” Of course, that was rather a mean trick to play on the poor, unsuspecting “Pirates,” but then, everything’s fair in love and war— and also on Hallowe’en night. The rest of the gang hurried to surrounding gardens, and, without saying “by your leave” or anything, rifled them all of their stock. Of course, some accidents happened while this was going on. Pete Cummings, who always blundered anyway, made too much noise while pulling up cabbages, and the owner of the garden came running out, brandishing a broom, and chased poor Petey out faster than he went [35] in. Then Joe Burns tried to rifle one of the “Pirates’ ” gardens. The particular “Pirate” came upon Joe unexpectedly and, Joe was so startled and angry that he nearly blurted; out the whole plan. As it was, he was forced to admit that what he was after was for Hallowe’en. Piles of ammunition grew steadily in back doer yards, and Mrs. Taylor was so bothered by mysterious odors and the strange actions of Allie that she accosted him one night. “See here, Allie,” she said, “what is going on now? I know it’s some mischief, for I never saw ycu keep out of mischief so long before. Do you realize that you haven’t caused me any trouble for two whole weeks?” “Aw, Ma, we aren’t doin’ anything wrong. We aren’t goin’ to steal clothes or nothin’; we’re just havin’ some fun.” “Well, all right, but see that you don’t get arrested, and just remove all that stuff from under the steps, if you please. We’ll be having the health officer here, first you know!” So Allie moved his ammunition to the haylot, where it was socn joined by that of all the other “Terrors.” Mothers can stand so much, and no more. It rained all day October thirty-first, and hearts were saddened and joyless as the hours dragged slowly away. However, the rain ceased tc fall about four o’clock, although the sky was still dark. Suspense reigned in the village after school, and even the grown-ups were wondering what was going to happen. The “Pirates” were waiting with piles of vegetables for the proposed attack of the “Terrors,” while the “Terrors” were doing likewise for them. When the “Terrors” met after school, Rocnie Edwards was counted absent, but tluy all decided not to worry for, as long as his tomatoes were there, they were satisfied. Soon after supper a silent group wound its way over the tracks and down into the corn field. The night was sc dark that the boys could see scarcely a foot ahead, but then that was the correct way for Hallowe’en to be, for culprits could not be recognized nor easily caught. “Now, remember,” said Allie, when all had reached their places, “do not move, cr even whisper, for they’ll be on the lookout for us, and we don’t want to be seen till the right time comes. When all’s ready, I’ll whistle. Then we’ll have some fun.” After waiting a few minutes, the strained eyes of the watchers saw a long file of figures come over the tracks, cross the field, and then disappear behind shrubs, stones, and bushes. Soon Allie prepared to signal, but just as he opened his lips, a shrill scream rent the air. Glancing up quickly he noticed that the mcon had broken through the clouds. Its beams shone on a silvery gray, grinning face, which had the appearance of a Cheshire cat. Allie gazed, horrified, for a moment, then, as the figure seemed [36] to move towards him, he too uttered a scream, and ran as fast as he possibly could for home and safety. As he ran he seemed to hear scurrying footsteps behind him, and once he seemed to feel a ghost’s icy finger tips up his back. As he stumbled into the house his mother called: “Allie, what on earth is the matter?” “A g-g-g-ghost almost caught m-m-me,” he stuttered, and, as he hastened up the stairs, his mother’s laugh followed him. “Yes, that’s all folks do is laugh; but I wonder what they’d do if he caught me,” he mumbled. In other homes in the village the same incident happened. Stockie Mullin, as he lay shivering in bed, hoped that the ghost had caught that mean Allie Taylor, and sc did many of the other scared “Pirates.” Next day, however, the “Terrors” and “Pirates” were friends, for all of them had been completely terrified and fooled. Roonie Edwards was as much terrified as the rest, but at home he laughed as he thought, “Now I’m even with Allie for cheating me out of the leadership of the club.” For he had painted a ghost’s head cn the biggest rock in the field with a can of phosphorous paint, and imagination and high-strung nerves had done the rest. But Allie is still thankful that he was almost caught instead of being in the grip of those icy fingers. Frances R. Doyle. ON EMBARRASSMENT I have always felt the most sincere admiration and even envy for the person who never becomes embarrassed. There are, alas, only a few of these fortunate individuals who, placed in the most conspicuous situations or involved in extremely deplorable circumstances, acquit themselves, nevertheless, with the calmness of a stoic and the coolness cf the proverbial cucumber. Almost every one of us, however, has at some time or other experienced the intense anguish, the excruciating mental pain of being looked upon in a ridiculous or condemning light. And what makes this all the harder to bear is the fact that in most cases we are entirely innocent of the fault attributed to us. Picture the horror of the young gallant who, after escorting his lady fair to a seat in a public assembly, finds that what he so fondly believed to be looks of approval excited by his entrance, were, in reality, glances of amusement directed at the band cf red and lavender elastic so roguishly dangling from his left heel! But even the ill luck of this “Knight of the Garter” cannot compare with the catastrophe which befell the under-bookkeeper who, as he was imitating, to the delight of the office force, the eccentricities of the [37] absent head of the firm, was confronted with that very imposing indivdiual, unexpectedly returned! It is true that, seen in the mellow light of reminiscence, these episodes seem to be more amusing than tragic, but even after the elapse of many years, the remembrance of the appalling desolation cf the moment still survives. A taunting image of our then more youthful countenance, flaming red as a danger signal with its painful expression of calamity, helplessness and self-denunciation all in one, floats up before our eyes to jeer at us and mock us for the blundering idiots we were. But this does not mean that embarrassment is confined to the more tender years. Indeed, people mere or less advanced in life often commit “faux-pas” or find themselves in an unpleasant position. Due, perhaps, to the callousness of age, however, they seem not so seriously affected, and with the dexterity of long practice they easily extricate themselves from every difficulty. Nevertheless, just as surely as we can say that no one class cf humans, old or young, can claim exemption from this awful emotion, so must we declare that youth is more susceptible to it. For we must admit that it is youth with its innocence, its inexperience, and its sensitiveness that suffers most. The hair-trigger feelings of the growing bey react enormously to the slightest error, and his morbid imagination magnifies to the greatest dimensions the most trivial mistake. Take, for instance, his commencement essay. He feels as he steps out to deliver his quota of the evening’s merriment that the eyes of the whole world are focused on but one object—himself. Never before, since the time cf his first appearance in long trousers, have his limbs seemed so utterly rebellious to their master’s will. His feet seem to have grown suddenly into elephant-like proportions exceeded only by the corresponding enlargement of his hands which, he is positive, protrude at least a foot from the edges cf his cuffs. Both of these extremities have a queer habit of restlessness; they are satisfied with no set position, but must be moving here and there n truly alarming fashion. His collar, too, oppresses him; his coat feels toe tight and he has startling visions of a gruesome death by strangling. He is decidedly uncomfortable, but his misery has just begun. Heretofore, he has been so busy worrying about his appearance that it is not until he has arrived at the very foremost part of the stage that the realization of his mission strikes him. Speak to that crowd, that mob of staring faces? Net much! He glances hastily around in the vain hope that he may discover a fire in progress behind the wings and thus have an excuse for escaping. But, since no such friendly diversion presents itself, he braces his body, clenches his fists, clamps his jaws firmly together to keep from stammering, and launches forth on the waves of oratory. After having hurriedly monotoned through his “speech” and, in his haste, having omitted [38] several of the more embellishing paragraphs, he thankfully withdraws amid a burst of sympathetic applause, and, with a sigh of relief, regains his seat. Now, to the audience, this young man’s appearance and delivery was not one whit different from that of his classmates. He displayed no grievous faults or no great awkwardness, and he conducted himself in identically the same way as any other one of the graduating group. But could you convince him of that? Impossible! He is sure that he was a ludicrous spectacle and a disgrace to the class, and nothing-on earth can shake his belief. And it is precisely this quality which makes embarrassment the insidious power it is. It blinds every one of us to the fact that, after all, we are only like other mortals, and it will not let us see that, as such, we are no more conspicuous than our fellow-man. Truly, this is one of the most unpleasant and most cordially disliked feelings known to man, and, certainly, it is a terror prone to pounce upon us at any moment, an evil genii which lurks behind every corner and is concealed in the most commonplace of objects. But, looking at it in a different light, is it not the truth that embarrassment teaches us humility, and is a sure prevention of egotism? If so, indeed, it is not entirely without worth, and is performing a definite service on earth. Robert Griffith. THE MIDNIGHT SEARCH They were two ordinary boys interested in everything that is of any importance tc boys. Many detective stories were among the list of books that Robert Haley and James Brown had been reading. Their minds were brimful of ideas, and, at the least instance that presented itself, they were on the alert for solving some mystery. Bob was walking along a dusty country road one day when he stepped suddenly to pick up a scrap cf paper which lay at the side of the road. Not that this paper was unusual, but he felt that something mysterious would come of it. The note read as follows: The work is almost completed; all men on hand tonight for the finishing touches. Assemble at 11:30 P. M. in the Haunted House on Newbury Road. After the work a grand jamboree. (Signed) A. L., Chief. If this wasn’t something to do, Bob had surely lost all interest in the “detective line.” He immediately turned his steps toward his chum’s home. He arrived there breathless, only to find that Jim had gone riding with one of the neighborhood boys. Nevertheless, Bob was not daunted in the plan that was fast germinating in his mind. He found out when Jim would return, and then went home to plan his midnight escapade at this Haunted House. (I must add [39] that before returning home, he left a note with Jim’s mother, the purpose of it being to give directions in the way cf “implements,” clothes, time, and place.) There wasn’t much sleep for either of the occupants of two certain rooms in two certain houses that night. The boys merely made a pretense of going to sleep. At eleven-forty-five sharp the two boys met at the edge of the woods through which they must go in order to reach Newbury Road. Their object in setting the time at which they did, was to give the men sufficient time to become engrossed in their work. The boys said little, merely a “hello” and they were off. They crept stealthily through the woods, which were none too pleasant at this time of the night, with a flashlight affording the only light, as there was no moon. Shadows, formed by the light, crept all around, forming grotesque figures. Although neither boy would have admitted it, shivers were traversing up and down and all around their backs. The fact that they knew very little of what they were ccming to made them feel very foolish. Yet, their curiosity led them on. After a fifteen-minute tramp they arrived at Newbury Road. Now they were almost at their destination. Just a few minutes more and they would determine whether they were on a “wild-goose hunt.” W hat if they were coming to naught? What if their wonderful plans should be frustrated? Thoughts such as these rushed through their minds as they approached the well-known house. The house was reached. They thought that they were playing with the threads of Fate, so important was this search to them. They crept slowly up the stairs and quietly tried the door. To their delight it opened and they let themselves in. They entered a dark, small hall, bare cf everything but dust and cobwebs. “O-oh, isn’t this spooky?” whispered Bob to his accomplice. “I’ll say it is! I wonder—er—er—that is—er—isn’t this rather a risky thing to do?” stammered Jim. Immediately after he said it he wished he hadn’t, and tried to cover the error by asking which door they should open. Stealthily they opened the door just a little, and each in his turn looked in co see if there were another door which lead to rooms unknown. But, strange to say, this room seemed secluded from the rest of the i ooms, for there were no other signs cf access. Since that room gave no clue, the boys tried the door on the opposite side. This door afforded them a search within, for there were three ether doors in the room. The first door, when opened, revealed a closet filled with old relics of hunting days: powder horns, old muskets, traps and even bews and arrows which had evidently been of some use to an enthusiastic hunter. “What a pile of junk!” exclaimed Jim. “I’ll bet those old guns have seen some happy days.” [40] “This won’t get us anywhere. We’ll have to keep going if we want to find the men,” replied Bob. “We’ll have to be more quiet or the men will find us before we can discover them,” said Jim. They tried the next door, but this wouldn’t open; either it held some treasure or the men were in there. They listened for the hum of voices or the tapping of hammers or like tools, which the men would perhaps use in their work. They heard nothing, however; so, they decided to see what fate had in store for them behind the third door. They opened it and as they did so a gust of wind smote them in the face. What they saw horrified them. A large table stood in the middle of the room with the table linen, now yellow with age, dishes and silver just as they had been left. One chair was turned over and the others shewed signs of having been pushed back hurriedly. The scene created an atmosphere which told of some trouble, or perhaps some bad news, which look the owner away. Evidently the room had not been occupied since that fateful evening, but the boys saw a door cn the other side, and, bent on their purpose, resolutely crossed the threshold to open the door. It opened on a stairway which they descended. As they went down quietly, peculiar sounds floated through the air, and the farther down they went the louder the sounds became. At last they reached the bottom which they discovered to be a cell-like room with walls of stone and no windows. These walls were covered with a thick coating of slime-like substance which had been caused by the dampness within. There was one part in the wall which was bare of this covering, and, on close inspection, the boys learned that this was a door and that the men were behind it. Bob, knowing that the men were making sufficient noise, tried the door which did not resist at all. They opened it slowly and to their surprise they saw their own “pals” working on a little Ford car, which they had pulled in through a large door in the cellar, and with which they had been planning to surprise Bob and Jim. Bob and Jim joined the boys in their good time, and, though they enjoyed themselves, they felt rather humilated to think that they had become so agitated over such a trifle. Ruth W. Lundahl. OUR TRIP TO FLORIDA Well, at last we’re here. I can’t say that Florida comes up to my expectations, (I’d prefer a regular New England winter) but I’m mighty glad to get here after all the trouble we had on the way clown. Such mighty poor roads! Say, can you beat it? I’ve said “mighty” twice in the last minute. I’m getting pretty near as bad as these Florida “crackers.” To tell you the truth, I think it was a [41] rather long’ trip to make in a Ford coupe, especially for two old maids like Amelia and me. When I first spoke to Amelia about coming down here, I didn’t really mean it. But when she agreed, of course, I couldn’t let on that 1 didn’t really want to; so here we are. Until after we bought the Ford last summer, neither of us had been out of the state of Connecticut. After that we went to Maine and the Catskills, camping on the way, of course. So on first thought we decided not to bother with hotels on the way to Florida, but to use our own little tent. However, on the day previous to our departure, Amelia said we ought to stop overnight in the important cities like New York, Philadelphia, Washington and Savannah; so we decided to do so. We got along fine at first, taking turns driving. Now, ’tisn’t because I dislike Amelia that I say this, but she really can’t drive half so good as I can; everybody says that. When we reached New York it was her turn. I offered to keep on, but she insisted on taking the wheel. Well, every time we had to wait for traffic to go the other way, she would stall the car, and it took her about twenty minutes to start it too. Why, I had to get out and crank it twice. It made me so nervous in front cf all those people, especially when my old knickers weren’t any too strong. I didn’t want to wear the Palm Beach ones until we reached Georgia, anyway, but I had to put them on just outside Philadelphia. The same night that I changed knickers, we were camped in a beautiful spot which, it was evident, other campers had used. It was just the kind of night to camp out. The moon was full, furnishing plenty of light. In the distance we could see a low farm house, from which we hoped to get fresh milk and eggs in the morning. Amelia, having gone to bed, I was sitting just outside the tent watching the moon, when a tall, cruel-locking man, carrying a gun, appeared. In a loud voice he ordered us off his land, saying that he had been bothered with us long enough. His terrible voice had awakened Amelia, who, clad in long-sleeved flannelette pajamas, rushed out, waving her arms and screaming. The fellow pointed the gun at her and she fainted, leaving me to deal with him. I explained everything and he was so glad that we weren’t “the bunch cf roughnecks,” who had been there for the past week, that he agreed to let us remain. He xplaineed that he hadn’t dared to disturb them until he had bought a gun. Amelia had come to by this time and the farmer left, promising to bring us some supplies the next morning. We had quite a bit of trouble with the car the last half of the way. I won’t bore you with all the,details of that, but we did have cne experience which seems quite funny now. It was really only a fiat tire; the first one we ever had. I know I could have fixed it too, if I had had a chance, but after hunting through all our equipment, Amelia happened to remember that she had taken out the jack [42] to make a place for her umbrella. Well, there was nothing to do but stop somebody going past and , ask them fcr a jack. So we got out :n the middle of the road and signaled every car to stop, but although, a hundred passed, not one would stop. In fact, they tried to run over us. We found out later that we greatly resembled a pair of hcld-up men, disguised as women. Finally we gave up and bumped along on the flat tire until we reached the next garage. When Amelia and I reached Miami, we were very nearly exhausted but we had the best of luck. We met Frank Gray and Albert North, whom we had known in high school, fifteen years ago. Of course, it isn’t right to say so, but when we come back to New England, it will probably be on our honeymoon. We will have a Rolls Royce instead of a Ford, too. Dorothy M. McMillen. THE ALMOST-GRADUATE Sam Carroll snapped his inkwell shut with a little click that was heard distinctly throughout the classroom. Aside from that metallic sound and the rythmical scratching of a pen, all was silent. The school year was drawing to its tedious and long-awaited close. For the past few days the relentless examiner had held sway. Students went to classes with worried countenances; fellows ceased to loiter in the halls; girls fretted less over an occasional shiny nose. Sam Carroll was a Senior, an immemorial one; for two years he had nearly graduated—nearly, but not quite. June always found him preoccupied perfecting a new dive or patching the latest puncture. But this June something unforseen happened. Sam had written, without preparation cr hope, three exams and found, to his amazement, that he had idly passed them. The decisive snap of the inkwell signified that Sam had finished his last exam and he knew that he had passed it. Far from exalting in this knowledge, he felt inexplicably depressed. Was not he Sam Carroll, the pride of the school, the president of the Senior Class, the captain of the basketball team, the snappiest cheer leader, the most accomplished blyffer, the all-around ladies’ man; in fact, wasn’t he the very pillar of the schcol ? The one triumph yet to be obtained way to be elected editor-in-chief of the school magazine. If he were elected, he could never bear to graduate—never! Think of going out into the world and becoming an exile fcrever from the school that he had conquered! Never able to return, except in the role of an old grad or as a post-graduate. Suddenly Sam realized the cause of his despair at passing the exams: he didn’t want to graduate! That afternoon there was an assembly and it was with a sinking heart that Sam heard himself cheered as the future editor-in-chief. Outwardly, however, he gave no sign of despair; he smiled, blushing perhaps just a little, as his schoclmates cheered him, but under [43] Hair Bobs Jhobor- tl JL jtJiCU J JAA jOXuh sQsj106 JiZuJha CLal-CJU OaJ Usha JtauT T hau£j i(Jo. Jucu' -QujlJM- thcUo' to aaasC -AA sq£ (jLkjL tidi -sb -Uo ZD j CU t X4 ) CLsvLct, AijLcJ CJUz JkjL tl tjt Cut Zama JU yoJkjaxAi -db Attat 4 Uo aXa Ll f Jytls acbMs Z fuaMcj tb CLt- jttut!. JjJUUit OWL MXsy -f$UL (yUdyr MJL JLO bMMsC ■PfhsCO ikj r jLsQ AMyy-O C WUL . tccuV-t jtlui j JracJi jLo yyUAuJ oJ Kj fJL AAsfiU lul th jacM_ duu 4r ccJ cu r (Y Jh to) jAytv 'i fLt Uyr Uo c i4 tfjirt JUzcu jXjj JU XLSkay 'tUw • YilKtUL ’j'eu cnT. cover of the cheers he muttered, “Curse the luck!” and clenched his hands inside his pockets. After supper Sam fussed with his motorcycle, greasing: a bolt here and shining a spot there, but his movements lacked their former alertness. He barked his shin on the mudguard; he skinned his knuckles with a wrench. Sam was worried. His mind dwelt constantly on that last exam paper which would exile him forever from school life. He cculd see it lying on the desk, his name fearfully obvious on the first page. But he who had ruled the assembly hall, whose slightest whim dictated the correct tilt to a hat, was not to be foiled by a mere exam. Sam entered the silent building via the basement window. It was not for nothing that he had so often skipped an unbearable class by this window and he easily fcund the way to the classroom in spite of the darkness. Fumbling the papers on the desk, he selected the one written in his own broad hand and carefully tore it to bits, replacing it by a blank page bearing his signature. Sam Carroll snapped his inkwell shut with a little click once again and calmly surveyed his registration for next year. “To think how nearly I graduated,” he mused. By simply destroying a paper, he could return to lead another year’s cheers, to captain another year’s team, to make another year’s conquests. Folding his registration, Sam strolled out to the baseball field, devoutly thankful that there’s many a slip between the exam and the diploma. Charlotte Hoyt. 1401 POETRY WINTER When winter comes around once more And covers valley, dale, and glen, The birds fly away, score on score, To their sunny hemes in the South again. The fallen leaves are covered now With a pure white blanket of glistening snow; The great trees say, with many a sigh, “I’ll be happy when I’m rid of this snow.” What a wonderful season is the wintertime, With its ice, and snow, and sleet! But I prefer the summertime With its cheer, and sun, and heat. Gilbert H. Nase. ODE TO THE SCHOOL CLOCK In your lofty setting on the wall You see us, every one. You know us either large or small; Ycu ring when school is done. You sound the periods the whole day long, And watch us as we pass. We study our lessons; you sing your song As we go from class to class. You smile when we study; you frown when we play. How boring it must be to you! The same thing over every day; The same thing always to dc. Erna Wehrle. POETRY TO MR. GRAY Who would be A janitor Working all day? For if you were I’m sure you’d see What a thankless task It seems to be. Ask Mr. Gray! Sounds like a proof of the fact, but He’d never say. He’s not a man to complain; he’s Not made that way. He doesn’t grumble or fret when he Hears someone say, “That’s not done right. He’s surely doing This the wrong way.” He keeps right on with his work and he Asks no advice. Wrhen it is dene, it’s done just right. He’s Very precise. If it is muddy and we bring in Dirt when we come, He doesn’t scold; nor does he when he Steps on our gum. Yet, even his patience is tried when there Comes a hot day, And someone spills ink on the floor just to Pass time away. Still, there is hardly a man that we Students could name, Who is as good-natured a spert and who Always is game. But these aren’t all the fine traits that he Shows every day. So, here’s to our jovial janitor— That’s Mr. Gray! [47] Carol Jean Turner. HOYS’ BASKETBALL The 1925-26 season was a very discouraging one for the supporters of the boys’ basketball team. Taking off to a bad start by losing to Litchfield in the first game, the team was unable to shake off its jinx, and finished the season without having taken a single league contest, although several less important wins were scored over non-league teams. These defeats are easily accounted for when one realizes that all the other teams went through this season with practically the same veteran lineups as they had had the previous year, during which the race for the cup was more closely contested; whereas, Thomaston was forced to build up an almost entirely new team out of raw material. And in spite of all opinions to the contrary, much credit is due the team for maintaining throughout the season its struggle against its far superior opponents. GIRLS’ BASKETBALL In decided contrast to the boys’ record was that of the girls, who finished the season in a tie with Litchfield for second place. Working together at all times and equally proficient in the offensive and defensive departments of the game, the T. H. S. sextet of the past season was a credit to the school and it was only through ill luck at the wrong times that the girls completed their schedule as runners-up rather than as champs. [49] BASEBALL The wealth of material, both experienced and new, which turned out at the first baseball practice of the year gives every indication of a successful season on the diamond. Besides the several regulars left from last year’s team a large number of candidates reported for the berths left open last June by graduation. At the present writing the team, due to hard practice every afternoon at the Plume Atwood playing field, is rapidly rounding into shape, and high confidence of favorable results in this spring’s games is felt in all quarters: The schedule: DATE OPPONENTS AT April 30 Watertown Thomaston May 5 Terryville Thomaston May 7 Litchfield Thomaston May 14 Open May 21 Open May 25 New Milford Thomaston May 28 Litchfield Litchfield June 4 Watertown Watertown June 11 Terryville Terryville L51J Coup d’etat. Problem in 7B spelling lesson: Define “monarch” and make a sentence using the word. Valic Parzyck: Monarch means ruler. He has his foot on my monarch. Evidence. George Millspaugh (in detention): How do you say “doesn’t” in French ? Miss Knapp: There is no word for “doesn’t.” George: There must be in the sentence, “Doesn’t he go to school ?” Help! Help! Mrs. Mapes: Is there anyone in the room who has not been vaccinated ? John: I’ve never been vaccinated, but I’ve been intoxicated, if that will help any. What Was the Answer? One day while experimenting in science class, “Alky” Smith, seeing that the application of iodine turned starchy substances to a black-and-blue color, was struck with a bright idea, and raising his nand innocently inquired: “Miss Marriner, is it a sign you’ve got starch in you if you fall down and your knee turns black and blue?” The Human Cat. Mrs. Zinn: The writer of this theme is indeed clever in telling how the cat licked the dough from his fingers. What Is the Joke? Helene Etheridge: Now, “Britha,” can’t you take a joke? Hotchkiss: Well, I’ve stood you all these years, haven’t I? [52] Short Notice. Miss McGowan (reading a notice at 1:40 P. M.): There will be an assembly this afternoon at 1:35. Sprouting Wings. Seventh Grader (innocently): How often do they let the birds out of the laboratory? Senior (puzzled): The birds out of the laboratory? I’ve never heard that they kept any birds in the school at all. Seventh Grader: Haven’t you? That’s odd. There was a notice on our blackboard yesterday that said, “The Owl is just out.” Who Can Tell Him? Bill Hayes can’t understand why everybody laughed when, during a friendly argument on famous paintings, he asked: “Well, then, who DID paint the Listerine Madonna?” Such Infliction! Mrs. Mapes: What part of speech, do you think, is most difficult to use correctly? James O’Brien (eagerly): Pronouns, because they are so much inflicted. Did Someone Say Collapsible Poultry? Louis Olcese: This example comes out half a chicken. Miss McGowan: You’d better look it over and see where you lost the ether half. Sounds Reasonable. Miss Rhoda: Who was William Pitt? “Booko” Chinski: The man who discovered Pittsburgh! Fable. Once there was a Freshman who seemed not one whit different from all the other little Freshmen who romp and play about our classrooms. But one day he was heard to ask: “Is there to be a dance after the Glee Club concert in the Opera House?” But, after all, he was only a Freshman, and was possessed of all his kind’s weakness for asking foolish questions. [53] Did He? From an English notebook: Hawthorne wrote “Moses from an Old Man.” Wanted— Lunch counter in the study room. Private parking spaces for gum-chewers. Five-minute classes. Morning sessions. One-minute detention. No examinations. Vest-pocket text books. Windows that will stay open and closed at the same time. To know where the library is. To know how to learn without studying. Books with fast and rain-proof colors. What We Try to Believe. That the Seniors are glad to be through school. That we like long assignments. That any school dance has been or will be a success. That we thoroughly enjoy the Literary Digest. That we are pleased to have visitors. That Mr. Drumm doesn’t mean everything he says. Taht education is valuable. That every Senior will be graduated. That the Class of ’27 can be worthy successors to the Class of ’26. Sayings of the Great. Room I.—“Copy this over.” Room II.—“Has anyone seen a Standard Reference?” Room III.—“Ne chuchotez pas.” Room IV.—“Quiet down, please.” Room V.—“Only one at the desk at a time.” Room VI.—“Turn around in your seat, there.” Room VII.—“A little more work and a little less talk.” Room VIII.—“Que faire! que faire!” Room X.—“Silence is golden. This is a room for concentration not conversation.” Room XI.—“Pick up the papers around your seat.” Room XII.—“Dumb! Dumb! Dumb!” L54] Local Weather Forecasts. Room I.—Clear. Room II.—Unsettled. Room III.—Sunshiny. Room IV.—Mild. Room V.—Changeable. Room VI.—Chilly. Room VII.—Fair today; storm threatening. Room VIII.—Hot. Room X—Breezy. Room XI.—Bright; rain tomorrow. Room XII.—Stormy. Office—Hazy. Things That Never Happen. The boys working in Glee Club. Everyone ready for gym. All class dues paid. No homework. Vance Taylor getting to school on time. Hayes not acting crazy. Ostrawski knowing his lessons. A Senior play. A public dance given by the school. Another Junior High Wise Crack. When a discussion of capital arcse in history class some time ago, it was decided that “the tools with which one works’ was a suitable definition. The following day Miss Rhoda noticed that Felix was not busy. Asking him why he was not working, he replied that he did not have any capital! From Examination Paper. Carl Nelscn: In a blind-alley job you have to walk on one street all the time. Bernice Martin: An interjection utters an exclamatory breath. Erwin Reed: A flock of buffalo ran up the hillside. Author Unknown: A simile is something similar; as, She stood still, with her feet apart, Like a monument of Grecian art. [55] ALUMNI DEPARTMENT LOIS BIGGS....................................Thomaston, Conn. Telephone Exchange, Thomaston, Conn. AGNES BRELLIS.................................Thomaston, Conn. Seth Thomas Clock Co., Thomaston, Conn. LOUIS CORNER..................................Thomaston, Conn. Doyle’s Drug Store, Thcmaston, Conn. FRANCIS DONOVAN...............................Thomaston, Conn. Seth Thomas Clock Co., Thomaston, Conn. ANNA DUMONT...................................Thomaston, Conn. PAUL GEARIN.....................................Danvers, Mass. St. John’s Preparatory School, Danvers, Mass. OSMAR GILSON..................................Thomaston, Conn. Bristol Clock Co., Bristol, Ccnn. HERBERT GRIMSHAW..............................Worcester, Mass. Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Worcester, Mass. JOSEPH HEFFERNAN................................Hartford, Conn. St. Thomas’ Seminary, Hartford, Conn. FREDERICK HELLERICH................................Storrs, Conn. Connecticut Agricultural College, Storrs, Conn. ELIZABETH HOLM...................................New York City New York City Training School for Nurses, New York City. GARDNER HOTCHKISS................................Bethlehem, Pa. Lehigh University, Bethlehem, Pa. PHILIP JOHNSTON................................Middletown, Conn. Wesleyan University, Middletown, Conn. BRUNIC LUBOYESKI................................Thomaston, Conn. American Pin Co., Waterville, Conn. ANNABELLE MADEUX...............................Fluteville, Conn. Office of Coe Brass Cc., Torrington, Conn. FRANCIS McMAHON.................................Thomaston, Conn. Post’s Business College, Waterbury, Conn. EDWARD ROUSE....................................Thomaston, Conn. New Departure Manufacturing Co., Bristol, Conn. LORETTA SA AGE..................................Hartford, Conn. Hartford Hospital Training School for Nurses, Hartford, Conn. THERESA SCHIAPPACASSE...........................Thomaston, Conn. Stenographer, Waterbury, Conn. ROBERT SHEARER..................................Thomaston, Conn. Scovill Manufacturing Co., Waterbury, Conn. HAROLD STUART........................................Orono, Me. University of Maine, Orono, Me. LINWOOD TROLAND.................................Thomaston, Ccnn. Seth Thomas Clock Co., Thomaston, Conn. EDITH WOOD......................................Thomaston, Conn. Post’s Business College, Waterbury Conn. [56] NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY DAY COLLEGIATE SCHOOLS SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING in co-operation with engineering firms offers four-year courses of study leading to the Bachelor’s degree in the following branches of engineering: 1. Civil Engineering 2. Mechanical Engineering 3. Electrical Engineering 4. Chemical Engineering 5. Administrative Engineering The earnings of the students for their services with co-operating firms very from $250 to $600 per year. For a catalogue or any further information address Carl E. Ell, Dean School of Engineering 316 Huntington Avenue Boston, Mass. SCHOOL OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION confers the degree of Bachelor of Business Administration in 1. Distribution Management 2. Industrial Management 3. Financial Management 4. Accounting Those who cannot pursue the four-year course may enroll in the two-year General Business Curriculum leading to the Junior Certificate. Progressive methods of instruction with opportunity for specialization train students for leadership. For a catalogue or any further information address Carl E. Ell, Dean School of Engineering 316 Huntington Avenue Boston, Mass. [W1 THE RECREATION BOWLING AND BILLIARDS (Alleys reserved for Ladies) COMPLIMENTS OF i THE PARK HOTEL i i i + i i i i i i i i i i I b JOHNSTON’S AUTO STATION W. G. Johnston’s Prop. THOMASTON, CONNECTICUT Authoride EXIDE Battery Station — New and Used Cars Bought and Sold — Repairing of All Kinds — Gasoline, Oil and Accessories [60] Compliments of The Plume Atwood Manufacturing Company [61] COMPLIMENTS OF Mazziotte Studio School Photographer TELEPHONE 2196, WATERBURY THE LATTIMER SHOP A STORE OF STYLE PLUS SERVICE L. Lattimer, Prop. Sport Sweaters, Knickers, Oxfords, Cravats, Sport Suits. If it is in style we have it; If not in style we haven’t it. WEBSTER BLOCK THOMASTON, CONN. MORRIS SHOE STORE DON'T PAY TOO LITTLE AND DON’T PAY TOO MUCH! Try the sound and sensible moderate course in buying your Shoes at “THE STORE OF REAL SERVICE.” MAIN STREET THOMASTON, CONN. DO YOU WANT TO GET INTO BUSINESS? “Working up” is passe. The apprentice has gone his way. The business man has not time to teach. If you want a job in a business office, you must get ready for it before you apply. If you want to earn promotions, your education must be sufficiently broad to enable you to do something beyond the simplest of office duties. Our Complete Business Course furnishes exceptionally good preparation for business employment and for business life. The success of our graduates proves this. Wie would like to tell you about the opportunities that business offers and about our facilities for training young people for places in the business field. Ask for free information. It will be furnished promptly—and it will be dependable. POST’S Waterbury Business College 108 HANK STREET WATERBURY, CONN. Phone 1093 THIS SCHOOL IS FULLY ACCREDITED BY THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF ACCREDITED COMMERCIAL SCHOOLS. [63] Try the Drug Store First! APOTHECARIES’ HALL T. E. Doyle, Reg. Pharm., Prop. 80 MAIN STREET THOMASTON, CONN. A FEW OF THE MANY LINES THAT WE CARRY: Forest Mills Underwear, Gordon’s Full Fashioned Silk Hose, Kirsch Curtain Rods, D. M. G. Embroidery and Crochet Thread, Marquisette and Filet Net Curtain Material, Sun-fast Dress Goods. LYONS’ WOMEN’S SHOP MAIN STREET THOMASTON, CONN R. S. NEWTON UNION STREET THOMASTON, CONN. Plumbing and Heating — Electrical Contracting Stoves and Ranges; Gas Stoves and Gas Water Heaters Artistic Jewelry Engraving Comercial and Electric SIGNS Show Cards, Etc. Frank E. Hoyt TOWN HALL BARBER SHOP John Gizzi, Frank Franzoso [64] A FEW OF THE PUPULAR ADVERTISED LINES THAT WE CARRY Royal Society Embroidery Products—Star Crochet Thread (the thread that is highly mercerized and has big yardage) — Fit-Rite Underwear—Humming Bird Silk Hosiery — Everfast Wash Fabrics—Lion and Fleisher’s Brands of Larn—Kirsch and Acme Flat Curtain Rods. WEHRLE’S DRY GOODS STORE MAIN STREET THOMASTON, CONN. ANDERSON’S SHOPPE Soda — Candy — Lunch Thomaston, Connecticut COMPLIMENTARY INNES BROTHERS Dealers in COAL, WOOD, CEMENT, DRAIN TILE AND STABLE PLANK Concrete and General Contracting—General Teaming Done to Order THOMASTON AND WATERTOWN COLT AND COMPANY OUTFITTERS FOR MEN AND BOYS Where you will find the newest in Suits, Shoes and Shirts Right Goods—Fair Prices MAIN STREET THOMASTON, CONN. J. J. CONWAY “WHERE QUALITIES TELL AND PRICES SELL” MAIN STREET THOMASTON, CONN. Daniel Ciafardone South Main Street ICE CREAM PARLOR Soda, Confectionery, Fruit and Tobacco Vance A. Taylor TRUCKING of all kinds done promptly, cheaply and correctly Tel. 43, Thomaston [66] CANDYLAND WHOLESALE AND RETAIL DEALERS IN CANDIES, ICE CREAM AND FRUITS Manufacturers of Fine Chocolates and Bon Bons PATRONIZE DONOVAN’S SERVICE STATION MAIN STREET COMPLIMENTARY H. L. BLAKESLEE EAST MAIN STREET THOMASTON, CONN. Woodruff’s Garden Seed, Gladiola Bulbs, Hardware, Aluminum Ware, Kyanize Paint and Varnish, Columbia Bicycles, Colonial House Paint, Fishing Tackle, Nesco Oilstoves and Ovens, Gas Stoves, Auto Supplies and Sundries. [67] The Thomaston Savings Bank Is paying a full five per cent interest upon all deposits, large and small. Has paid to depositors in dividends alone the past twenty-one years over one million dollars. Has no over due paper or foreclosed real estate. Accounts may be opened in two names, payable to either or the survivor, if desired. We have an increasing number of out-of-town mail depositors. We solicit this patronage. A good bank to be with. [68] u .■ • '. ■ ■ - r v • • .?■ , • ■ tv rs ♦fS -V Jmgg-.OH .•; fc • • n. • MftfiA '• -Wv ■ S efwc ■ - ; - V-