Thomaston High School - Owl Yearbook (Thomaston, CT)

Text from Pages 1 - 82 of the 1929 volume:

JIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIintllltllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllMIIIIIIIIMMIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII' I PRINTED BY The Brass City Printery I - JOSEPH Dl PIETRO. PROP. WATERBURY, CONN. ;iHiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiiuiiiiiiniiiiiniimiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiHiiiimiimiiiiiiiiiiimiiiiiiitiiiiiiiiiimiiiiiiiiii7 SAVINGS DEPARTMENT -H« w Deposits as small as one dollar will be accepted. Deposits made on or before the first business day of the month will draw interest from the first day of the month. Interest at the rate of four per cent payable May first and November first will be paid on savings deposits. COMMERCIAL DEPARTMENT We solicit checking accounts. Doing business by check is the safe way. Every paid check is both a record and a receipt of a business transaction. VAULT DEPARTMENT Safety Deposit Boxes in our strong modern vault are for rent at $4.00 and upward per year. TRAVELERS’ CHECKS You will find our travelers’ checks a great convenience when traveling or on your vacation. They can be cashed at any bank or hotel. This bank is equipped to give the most efficient service that modern methods and an experienced working force can insure. We give personal attention to the needs of our customers and guarantee courteous treatment to all. Cfiomaston Rational IBanfe Page One THE THOMASTON SAVING BANK Is the Largest Savings Bank with one exception in Litchfield County according to Bank Commissioners’ Report. 5L INTEREST WHATEVER YOU WANT IN A MOTOR CAR YOU WILL FIND IN THE BUICK MARQUETTE CHEVROLET Buick success is one of the great triumphs of American industry. And it is wholly attributable to the fidelity with which Buick executives have adhered to sound policies and high ideals. In the new Marquette you will see the fine hand of Buick design, the finished skill of Buick workmanship; and when you drive it, you will sense the unmistakable quality of Buick performance. The new six-cylinder Chevrolet brings to you the latest and best in modern design and construction, and is the outstanding sensation of the year. GET BEHIND THE WHEEL OF THESE FAMOUS CARS AND GET THE FACTS! Johnston’s Auto Station Page Three QUIET MAY Here are some of the reasons why you should heat your home with QUIET MAY AUTOMATIC OIL BURNER f 1. Quiet 2. Economical 3. Simple 4. Dependable I 5. Electric Ignition J f 6. Clean 1 7. Convenient 8. Guaranteed 9. Perfect kl Ci 10. Proven Quiet May Automatic Oil Burners are heating homes all over United States, Canada, England, Germany, France, Holland, Austria, China and Japan. These Thousands of Quiet May Burners offer silent proof of their dependability and desirability. Sold. Installed and Serviced by R. S. NEWTON Main Street Tel. 194-2 llllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllilllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllin Page Four iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiitiiiin —MaB«i The Terryville Trust Company Terryville, Connecticut COMMENCED BUSINESS OCTOBER 22, 1928 Resources as of April 30, 1929 Over One-half Million Dollars The Terryville Trust Company provides complete Banking facilities and is equipped to serve your daily financial needs. Deposits in Savings Department draw interest from the first of each month, compound quarterly. IIVMIllllllllllllllllillllllllllllllllltlllllllllllllllllllililllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllillllllllilllllllllllllllllllllllllllillllllHIIIIIIIIIItllillllilllllltlli Page Five Compliments of s-felhi Compliments of Park trrrt Untx'l Page Six IN BUSINESS FOR YOUR HEALTH GEORGE A. LEMMON Druggist TY F R I G I D A I R E THE ARISTOCRAT OF ELECTRIC REFRIGERATORS The Cold Control is an exclusive Frigidaire feature, which regulates the speed of freezing ice cubes and desserts. Frigidaire, today, is the result of more than sixteen years of experience in engineering, research and actual use in hundreds of thousands of homes. The Connecticut Power Co. Thomaston, Connecticut William S. Yoos —..................................................................Hill.....HIIIHIIIIIII GENERAL CONTRACTOR and BUILDER L. B. MURPHY Manager of OPERA HOUSE MOTION PICTURES Page Eight lliliiiiiiiiliiliiiiiiiliiliiiiiiiiii ii0c •••• ...+ lilllillllllllllHIIIIHIIinilllllllllHMIllllHIIIIIIIHIIIIIIIIIHHIIIIIIIIIIHIIIIIIIIII LATFIMER SHOP LOUIS LATTIMER, Prop. ALL UP-TO-DATE HABERDASHERY Suits - - Shoes S P E X G E R S II O E A G E N T lUnberSon fjoppe FLYNN’S SODA SHOE STORE CANDY LUNCH This Store Saves You Money THE HOME OF DEPENDABLE MERCHANDISE w Repairing a Feature Thomaston, Connecticut Main Street Thomaston, Conn. iiitiiitiiiiiiuiiiitiiiiuinuiituiaiiiiiiiiiiuiuiiiiitiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiimiiiiuiuuiiiuiiiiiiiiiiuiiiiiiiiiiiiiitiiiiiimuuiujiiiiu !iiiiiimiiiujiiiiuiiiiiuiitiii]iiiuuiiiiiiiijnujuiiiiDiiiiiiii!Uiijiiiiin!iiiiimiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiit','Miiiiiiiiitiiimiii|iiiiiiiiui Page Nine T. M. LYONS SON Insurance Real Estate Notary Public Mortgage Loans We give you the lowest price in town on automobile insurance, and the highest limits on Property Damage and Public Liability. Four cylinder cars $1500 Property Damage $29.00 full $7500 to $15,000 Public Liability Year $1500 Property Damage $30.20 full $10,000 to $20,000 Public Liability Year Six cylinder cars $1500 Property Damage $39.00 full $7500 to $15,000 Public Liability Year $1500 Property Damage $40.68 full $10,000 to $20,000 Public Liability Year INSURE IN A BIG STOCK COMPANY Forty-eight Years of COAL DISTRIBUTION Keeping many homes and buildings warm and comfortable is a record of which we are justly proud. Service and Dependability are the Keystones on which this business is founded Page Ten 1NNES BROS., INC. (iC(Dpie 9-Come of fjood Coals’ . ; ?• liiiiiiiFiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiFiiiiiiiiiiimiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiie' sj 'SeiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiimiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiimaX The Hartford Hospital Training School Graduating Class A Professional Career The Hartford Hospital Training School for Nurses offers high school graduates a professional career with every educational advantage. The School is now in its fifty-first year, and has graduated ten hundred and ninety-seven nurses. The present enrollment is two hundred and twenty-five students. Many recreational advantages are also offered, such as tennis, moving-pictures, professional Glee Club and Dramatic Club instruction. The Nurses’ Residence is home-like and attractive and students are on duty eight hours, daily, with one afternoon off duty each week. Classes are admitted September and February. For further information, address: PRINCIPAL, Hartford Training School Hartford, Connecticut jiiiiiiiiiiiuniiiiuuiiiiiimuiiiiiJiiuiiiiiiiiiiiiuiiiiiiiiiJiiiJiiiiiiiiiuHiiuiuiiiiiiiiJiiitiiJiiiiJiiiiiUiJiiixuiiiiiJiimiiiimiiaiiuiniiiimniiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiitiiiiiiiiiiiii Page Eleven , POST COLLEGE team that scored the highest number of points at State Typewriting, Bookkeeping and Shorthand Contests held in Stamford, 1929. This group won two first prizes, two second prizes, two special prizes and honorable mention. First row seated left to right. Grace Towle, Henry Mastriano, Margaret Moran. Doris Martel. Vernon Anderson; Second row, Laurence McDonald. Helen Binder, Richard Lattimer. Marjorie Snow, Raymond Fancher, Howard Higginson. Pasquale Spino. Would You Take A Position Like These During the past month graduates of our School have accepted positions as Secretaries, Stenographers, Bookkeepers, etc. at salaries ranging from $900 to $1092 in Banks, Brokerage. Attorney’s, Insurance, Real Estate and Manufacturing Offices. Every month we have a large number of similar calls for office help. If you had the necessary training YOU would be in line for a position like these. It takes only a few months of concentrated study to prepare yourself for a good position. SEND FOR INFORMATION ABOUT SUMMER AND FALL TERMS POST COLLEGE Phone 1693 108 Bank Street uiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiHiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiitiEmnnrmiiiiminiiiiiiiiiiiiiMinniirtiiiiiiiiiTmiittiittt Page Twelve Compliments of THOMASTON MFC. CO. ThomaSton Grain Coal Company Thomaston, Conn. 1‘hoiM- :t:s2 Thomaston Candy Kitchen James Giatas, Prop. FRUITS. FINE CANDIES and ICE CREAM Hast Main St. rixine 46. � Thomaston, Conn. Compliments of JAMES DUFF. Mgr. Mrs. Dutton’s Restaurant (V ' HOME COOKING iiiiiiiiimmiiHiiiiiimiiiiuiiiiuuuiiiiuuiu jiiii m Page Thirteen School of Business Administration and Secretarial Science Collegiate Courses are offered at the Morse College to High School Graduates desiring to become Business Executives. Our Position Bureau places all graduates in worth while positions so that all the Morse College student has to accomplish is the satisfactory completion of the interesting training, whether Business Administration or Secretarial Science. Bulletins will be mailed those interested if they write to the College Secretary. One of Departments devoted to Business Administration Section of Typewriting Department Hartford, Conn. niiiiiniMiiiiiiiimiMiiniiiiimmiiiimiiiiiiiittiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiuiiiitiiiiiuiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiitiiiiiiiiu Page Fourteen ...................................................................................................ii� , - iGVi j-i tiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii)iiii uliiiiii iKiiiiiiuiiiiiiiiiiMiit)iiMiiiiiiiHii;iiiiiiiiiiii)ittiiitiii(uniMiuiiiiiiiniut� fc The Foculhj Raymond N. Brown, B. S...............-......Superintendent and Principal AMHERST COLLEGE Melbourne ]. Callup, B. S....... History, Bookkeeping, Physical Education UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT Jennie M. Buck, A. B.............................-.....Latin and History COLBY COLLEGE Enos M. Drumm, A. B..............................Science and Mathematics BATES COLLEGE Bernice R. Drumm, A. B.......................................... History UNIVERSITY OF MAINE Marion Drisko, A. B..................... —................... English COLBY COLLEGE Mandell M. Green, S. B......................... History, English, Athletics HARVARD COLLEGE Virginia Bean, A. B.......-........................ —...Mathematics COLBY COLLEGE Ella M. Rufleth, B. C. E. Commercial STONE COLLEGE Dorothy Carpenter, A. B........-..-.......Geography and Physical Education BATES COLLEGE Maud T. Bailey, B. S............................................ Mathematics BOSTON UNIVERSITY Marion R. Bailey, A. B. English SMITH COLLEGE Miriam R. Clark..........................-.............................Music CINCINNATI COLLEGE OF MUSIC Evelyn A. Goodwin, A. B.................................. French and English SMITH COLLEGE, TULANE UNIVERSITY Margaret McGinnis, B. S. I . Art MASSACHUSETTS SCHOOL OF ART iiiiitiiiiiiiiiiuiniiiiiiiuiiiiuiiiiiiiiiuiiiuuDiiiiiiuHiiiiiiuiiiiiiiiiiiiJiiiiiiiuimiiiiiiiiuuiiiH ....... Page Fifteen .......................................................................IIIIIIIIIMIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIillll.........Hill!........II.....I.....lff 4| IS llllllllllllllllllll................................................................I..................Illllllllll.................................................... «.... he Ou L (Staff [Published by the Students of the Thomaston High School] EDITORIAL STAFF Editor-m-Chief ...................................Helen Scott Business Manager Ray Bradley Assistant Business Manager...............................George Warrenburger Literary Editor Lucia Dewe„ Circulation Manager Bernice Hurlburt Art Editors ................... Carol Turner, William St. John, John Sitkiewicz BUSINESS STAFF Agnes O Brien Margaret Shearer Alfred Pratt Walter Dickinson Violet Rasinski Katherine Woodward CIRCULATION STAFF Edith Monahan Sybil Mattoon Shirley Beardslee Christobel Lampshire Margaret Higgins Eleanor Doty REPORTERS James O’Brien Helen Griswold Grace Morton Catherine Reeves Sophie Grohoski Faculty Advisor Mrs. Marion R. Bailey Page Sixteen iiiiiiiniiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii THE OWL STAFF STARS Did you ever go star-gazing on a dark night? You will recall how stars impressed you with their splendor and brilliance. Just as we gaze with awe upon the stars in the heavens, so do we admire the stars here on earth. There are stars in every sport, in every profession on earth. Nurmi in long-distance running, Hagen in golf, Lindbergh in aviation, Ruth in baseball, Tunney in boxing, Grange in football, and many others— all stars in their own particular line. All these stars have attained these positions because of one reason—work. No one ever reached and held the highest place except with much striving to attain it and then working to hold it. And so we have an opportunity to make the most of our education and get all that we can from it. When we get out into the busy work-a-day world, we shall find that unless we make ourselves especially proficient in one line, we are going to be pushed aside into the ditch, left there, forgotten by all who are pushing slowly but surely along the road beside us that leads to success. We have our own stars right here in Thomaston High School, stars at basketball, baseball, volley ball, track, and stars in scholastic work. These will tell you that the path leading to this appellation of “star” is a hard one, but we know it can be reached with perseverance and work; so, students of Thomaston High School, take notice now and in time to come perhaps you, too, will be called “stars.” Helen Scott, ’29. IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIMIIIIIIlllllltmiMllllltlllllllllllllllllllllHIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIItlllllllllllllllllNllllinilltlllllllilllllllltlllllllllW Page Eighteen llllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllltllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllilllllllllllllllllllllllllHIIIIIIN THE SCREAMER Twice during the school year 1928-1929, “The Screamer” has been published. It was a small magazine of about thirty pages and it was edited and mimeographed entirely by the school pupils. It presented school news, stories, poems, and editorials. It was very successful, not only because of its popularity among the students, but because of its value in training the students to make “The Owl” bigger and better. It was a stepping stone from everyday school work to the stupendous task of publishing the school magazine, “The Owl.” Every pupil in the Thomaston High School had a chance to have his work published in “The Screamer.” News from each grade was put in it; thus, “The Screamer” represented every grade in the high school and every individual who cared to participate in its activities. The lower grades were encouraged to submit articles and stories, and many of these were published. The reporters were very active and no grade was slighted; one was as important as the other. “The Screamer” taught the students how to write for a magazine, how to conduct one, and how to profit by their experience. To “The Screamer” may be attributed many reasons for the success of “The Owl.” “The Screamer” will be published next year and the continuance of its success is hoped for. With every edition it will improve and strive toward perfection. Lucia Dewell, ’30. CLASS STATISTICS A—is for Atwood, a farmer we’re told, ...............................cold. B—is for Braxl, success is her aim, A Rose to be sure, on the high road to fame. C—is for Carol, our musician rare. When there's playing to do, she’s always right there. D—is for Dutcher, who wrote all these verses, If they hurt your feelings, upon her, place your curses. El—is for Eddie, our tony class sheik; He’s seen in the A P everyday in the week. P—is for Florence, our basket-ball star, Known for her beauty, both near and afar. G—is for Grace, a typist who knows. The place for her t’s and the place for her o's. H-—is for Hurlburt, our lady of weight. The reason perhaps why she often is late. I—is for Innocence, found here and there, If any of you can place it, you'd better tell where. J—is for Jokes which in our class abound; You're never without them when a Senior’s around. L—is for Lyons, our flashy right guard, Better known as Fat’s inseparable pard.” M—is for Monahan, who loves to chew gum; If you can beat her at managing, then you’re going some! N—is for Naps which in class Dave enjoys; He'd be a second Van Winkle if it weren’t for the bovs. O’s for Ostrowski, both Johnny and Sadie; John wants to be famous; and his sister, a lady. P—is for Pratt, our manager supreme, Of the work he is capable, you would never dream. (Continued on Page Fifty-two) Page Nineteen THOMAS B SSELL “TOM School Play 3-4 Glee Club 4 Favorite Expression—“Let’s wear a tux.” Ambition—To be a movie actor. Pastime—Making airplanes. Rarely seen—Without his sailor pants. Characteristic—Radical. Destiny—Lindbergh II. •inn.............nun..mu..mu...............iimimnhmi.............. in...........iuiiiiimhi................imummimmi.. Page TWenty ...� I llllllllllllllllllllllliuillllllllllilllllllllllllllllllllliuillllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllg gw tl w mi® RAY BRADLEY RAY” Student Council 3 Class President 3 Treasurer 4 Favorite Expression—“Generally—” Ambition—Accountant. Pastime—Using big words. Rarely seen—Without his bicycle. Characteristic—Dignified. Destiny—Salesman. ROSE BRAXL “ROSY” Glee Club 3-4 Favorite Expression—“Darn it!” Ambition—Teacher. Pastime—Playing piano. Rarely seen—Without books. Characteristic—Pleasant. Destiny—Hungarian Countess. CRACE DONAHUE “SPARKY” Glee Club 2-3 Favorite Expression—“Don’t be like that!” Ambition—Nurse. Pastime—Hanging around Aurelia’s. Rarely seen—Outside the Opera House. Characteristic—Carefree. Destiny—Burlesque dancer. ini!lllllllllllllllllllllll!lll!illlllllllllllllllllllllllllltllllllllllllllUllJIIII!ll Page Twenty-one w OLA DUTCHER “SUNNY Glee Club 3-4 Debating Club 4 Art Class 3 Favorite Expression—“I don’t see why—” Ambition—To keep that school girl complexion. Pastime—Writing to imaginary boy friends. Rarely seen—Without Alfred. Characteristic—Talkative. Destiny—Lost, Strayed or Stolen HELENE ETHERIDCE “HAL Glee Club 2 Favorite Expression—“Cripes Sake.” Ambition—Nurse. Pastime—Throwing books on the floor. Rarely seen—Without Shoot. Characteristic—Agreeable. Destiny—Champion Bunion Racer. BERNICE FLORIAN “FLORIE” Glee Club 2 Favorite Expression—“I don’t care.” Ambition—Head Waitress in the Ritz Pastime—Helping Mother in the library. Rarely seen—Carrying on conversa-ation. Characteristic—Modest. Destiny—Missionary. iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiin Page Twenly-lwo ;aC i :Miiiiliiwil� iiiiiiilliiNiMiiniiiinilHiiiiiiiiiiiii[iiiiniiiiiiiiniililiiilinHii]iiiiiiiiiiiniiimiiiiiHiMuiii« g r j_ !fe ? ?) .iiiiiiMiuiiiiiuHiiiunuiiiiiiMiiiiihiiiaiiinnriiiim«Bi«inBiimma««ui«iiiiiiH]iiiHiiiiii...... iQrt w EDWARD HENDERSON EDDY Vice-President 4 Baseball 4 Favorite Expression—“Ah—for the love—” Ambition—Manager of the A. P. where Economy rules. Pastime—Reading dime novels. Rarely seen—Working. Characteristic—Lazy. Destiny—Drummer in Mai Hallett’s Jazz band. BERNICE HURLBURT “BERNIE” Basketball 1-2-3-4 Owl Staff 3-4 School Play 3-4 Sec’y. 4 Treasurer 3 Favorite Expression—“How much homework are you going to do tonight, Peg?” Ambition—Kindergarten Teacher. Pastime—Driving around town. Rarely seen—Without Peg. Characteristic—Sociable. Destiny—To become a doctor’s wife. ROSE KIEFER ROSY Glee Club 2-3 Favorite Expression—“Oh, Lord!” Ambition—To be a basketball star. Pastime—Loafing in shorthand. Rarely seen—With a boy. Characteristic—Quiet. Destiny—Dancing Teacher. ii)iiiiniiiiimumiiimimimjuiminiuimiiiiiiiiiumuiiiimiiiiiiiiuiiiiiiniiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiHiiiininiiiniiiiiiiiiiiniiiiiniimiiimi Page TWenly-three imiiiiiiiiiiiimiimiiiiuiiiiiiimiiumumiiuiiiimuiuuuiiiiiimiiiiumiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiHiutiuiuuuuu ....in..nun............................mi......... DAVID LAC KM AN DAVE Glee Club 2 Debating Club 4 Favorite Expression—“Goodness Gracious.” Ambition—Congressman. Pastime—Sleeping in school. Rarely seen— Without 10 books. Characteristic—Serious. Destiny—Scientist. MARGARET LYONS PEGGY Basketball 1-2-3-4 Favorite Expression—“Let’s play hookey.” Ambition—Athletic Director. Pastime—Chewing gum. Rarely seen—Without the car. Characteristic—Happy-go-lucky. Destiny—Living in Plymouth? MINERVA MATTOON MIKE Student Council 1 Class Treasurer 3 Basketball 3 Favorite Expression—“Have you seen the Dodge today?” Ambition—Linotypist. Pastime—Writing notes. Rarely seen—Without “the” bobbie socks. Characteristic—Indifferent. Destiny—Dad’s help No. 3. . Page Twenty-four jc©« I I II II I I I II I I I 11 6 111111........IIIIIIHIlim.....Illlllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll.........I............................... “ w EDITH MONAHAN EDIE School Play 2-3 Owl Staff 3-4 Basketball Manager 4 Debating Club 4 Favorite Expression—“Hey—” Ambition—To go to a co-ed college. Pastime—Arguing with Mr. Gallup. Rarely seen—Where she’s supposed to be. Characteristic—Reckless. Destiny—To beat Elinor Smith’s record. ACNES O'BRIEN “AC” Glee Club 2 School Play 4 Owl Staff 3-4 Debating Club 4 Vice-President 2 Favorite Expression—“Naturally—” Ambition—To be a character in the funny pictures. Past'me—Fighting with Miss Ruf-leth. Rarely seen—With curly hair. Characteristic—Joking. Destiny—Congresswoman. JOHN OSTROWSKI “HARPY” Basketball 3-4 Baseball 3-4 Glee Club 4 Favorite Expression—“Aw. you don’t know what you’re talking about.” Ambition—To be a walking dictionary. Pastime—Preaching atheism. Rarely seen—Without the dictionary. Characteristic—Studious. Destiny—Congressman. iiriniiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii Page Tloenty-fioe i 'iiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiHiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiM W SADIE OSTROWSKI SALLY” Glee Club 2-3 Basketball 2-3-4 Favorite Expression—“Whoopee!” Ambition—To break Miss Rufleth’s records at Stone College. Pastime—Turning in her suit. Rarely seen—In school. Characteristic—Dissatisfied. Destiny—Head waitress in Puritan. ALFRED PRATT PRATTY President 4 Owl Staff 3 Glee Club 3-4 School Play 3-4 Manager Basketball-Baseball 4 Favorite Expression—“See if I care.” Ambition—Manager National League Basketball Team. Pastime—Asking Dad for the car. Rarely seen—On time. Characteristic—Business-like. Destiny—Bentley School of Accounting. VIOLET RASIENSKY VI Glee Club 2 Class Vice-President 3 School Play 3-4 Owl Staff 4 Debating Club 4 Favorite Expression—“What a dumb one.” Ambition—To reduce. Pastime—Waiting on the table. Rarely seen—With enough hairpins. Characteristic—Seemingly demure. Destiny—Bay Path Institute. Page TWenly-six IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIM — iac?i iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii:iiiiiiii!IIIiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii € HELEN SCHLAUDER TWINNIE Glee Club 2 Hasketball 2-3-4 Favorite Expression—“You fossil.” Ambition—Madame High in Ring-ling Bros. Pastime—Making noise. Rarely seen—Without Louise. Characteristic—Changeable. Destiny—Marine Shop. LO VISE SCHLA UDER “ T WINNIE Glee Club 2 Favorite Expression—“Don’t be like that.” Ambition—Nick’s private secretary. Pastime—Hash slinging. Rarely seen—Without the Litchfield cowboy. Characteristic—Curious. Destiny—Model. HELEN SCOTT “SCOTTY” Valedictorian Basketball 4 Orchestra 2-3 Debating Club 4 Student Council 2 Pres. Student Council 4 Owl Staff 3 Editor Owl 4 Class Sec’y. 3 Glee Club 3-4 School Play 3 Favorite—Expression—“I’ll be seein’ you.” Ambition—Nurse. Pastime—Stepping out to Bethlehem. Rarely seen—In “the” Dodge. Characteristic—Brainy. Destiny—Ziegfeld Follies. ....mm,,........................... hhumihwiummi.............................nun.. Page Twenty-seven Illlllllllllllllllllllllllllllllilllllllllllllllili Ju w lilillillilllli!lllll![iiiliiii!iii!liiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii;iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiNiiiiilin:3 MARGARET SHEARER “MAGGIE Glee Club 2-3-4 Basketball 2-4 Owl Staff 3 Favorite Expression—“Hey, you know what?” Ambition—Secretary to President of the United States. Pastime—Taking speed tests. Rarely seen—With a hat. Characteristic—Sincerity. Destiny—On the road for Underwood. LILLIAN SPOETTLE “LIL Glee Club 2-3 Favorite Expression—“Don’t be an apple.” Ambition—Champion Typist. Pastime—Making up. Rarely seen—Going to detention. Characteristic—Quiet. Destiny—Manicurist. FLORENCE THULIN “TONKIE” Basketball 1-2-3-4 Captain Basketball Team 2-3-4 Owl Staff 3 Glee Club 2-3-4 School Play 2-4 F'avorite Expression—“Oh, Joseph!” Ambition—Athletic Instructor. Pastime—Combing her hair. Rarely seen—Without a compact. Characteristic—Happy. Destiny—Opera Singer. aiiiiiniiiHiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiHiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiMiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiuiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiitiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiin Page Twcnty-eight • jeci jniinHiiiuitiiiniiiiiiiiiniiiiuiiiuiUHHitiniiiiii!iiiiiiiiiiiiiiHiiniiiiniHi miimHiiiniuiiiuiiiiiiiiii:i'«€ . £ E3(iiiiiiiiiiiiHiHi iiiiiii!iiiiiiiiuiiiiiiiiMiiiiiiiiiii!iiiniiHHiiuiiiiiHiiiiHHmnii!iiiitiiiHiuMUHiiiiiiii.......... . • CHARLES T1DDALS “CHARLIE” Salutatorian Student Council 3 Basketball 4 Baseball 3-4 Favorite Expression—“ ’T want a good one!” Ambition—To breed contented cows. Pastime—Fixing the bike. Rarely seen—With a girl. Characteristic—Excitable. Destiny—Minister. HELEN TIDDALS TIBBIE” Owl Staff 1-2 Student Council 2 Glee Club 3-4 Art Class 3 Favorite Expression—“Charles, you take English and I’ll take French.” Ambition—School Teacher. Pastime—Crabbing about marks. Rarely seen—At a dance. Characteristic—Agreeable. Destiny—Danbury Normal. CAROL TURNER “JEAN Orchestra 1-2-3-4 Owl Staff Glee Club 3-4 Debating Club 4 Art Class 3-4 Favorite Expression—“Don’t rush me. What do you think I am, fast?” Ambition—Musician. Pastime—Writing poems. Rarely seen—At classes. Characteristic—Temperamental. Destiny—Polo Player. ............,„i� ................................................... mini................. iiiii;iiih.i.iiiiiiiiiiiiiimm;'iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiihii..iiiiiii.iiii Page Twenly-mnc CL 4SS SONG (Those Wedding Bells) I’ve sent invitations; nou) I'm thru. Though I should feel glad. Yet I'm really sad. And I know my classmates feel it, too. We've the best class in the whole World, We're the class of '29; But the graduation's breaking up This old class of mine. There are many off to college. Or in business doing fine. For graduation's breaking up That old class of mine. There goes Ray; there goes Pratt; Down the road to fame. There goes Ag ; there goes Fat,” But they don't seem the same. Oh, I don’t like graduation. For it’s just a certain sign That I will soon be parting from My pals of '29. Soon to all my pals I'll say adieu. —Carol Jean Turner. 3n Jflemortam iiililiiiillllillilllllliililili!ii'iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiii;iiiiii Page Thirty Jjelen JWorton —� -fcga .iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiinmiiinniiiiiininiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiinnimiiiiniiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiix Imiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiiiiiiiiiiiuiiuuiiiiiuiuiiiiuiiju]nimiuiiiiiiiuinumjuiiiim!:.: uii:i:u!jiiii’i-u0=c THE LITERARY DEPARTMENT Wdnhod — A Sense of Humor Professor Gibson looked all the way out of his glasses, down his nose to the back seat in the farthest row and there wasn’t the ghost of a twinkle in his eye. It was quite evident that he was annoyed. Celia Riley, turning back to her work, paused to encounter his wrathful look bent on her. She returned the glance with one of naive innocence and went back to work. Celia was the most studious, polite girl in the class and a general favorite with her teachers. What could she have done to upset Professor Gibson so ? Frances Nuhn sat directly in front of Celia. Frances and Celia were closest friends, but unlike Celia, Frances was a brunette. She was the most vivacious girl in the class and the kindest-hearted, but her sense of humor was always making enemies for her. She had long ago completed a volume of caricatures containing all her classmates. In spite of her teasing, everybody loved her and by the time they were Seniors her classmates had all forgiven her. “Celia Riley, you may leave my classroom now and not return until you receive a request to do so.” The class sat. stunned to silence. If it had been anyone else of all the Seniors—but Celia. Celia looked at Professor Gibson in surprise, then in her habitually unquestioning way, took her books and slowly left the room. There was no word of explanation. The class went on studying as though an expulsion were a daily occurrence. But no one’s mind was on his work that day. Everyone knew that Celia would have been Valedictorian. It had been evident in Celia’s candid features that she knew no more than the others about the reason for Professor Gibson’s action. When dismissal rang there was a noticeable hush in the room as the students gathered their books and papers and left. In the hall the storm broke. Never in the h’storv of the whole school had such a situation occurred. Where had Celia gone? They found her on the couch in the rest room, sobbing quietly. iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiituiuiiuiiimiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiiiiiiniiiiiiiiiininiiiiiiiiiiiiiiuiiniiiiiiiiiitiiiiiiiiiimiiiiim Page Thirty-one '€W — “Celia, what will you do?” demanded Frances, always eager for action. “Shall we as a class appeal to the Principal ?” Celia hesitated. “No,” she answered. “The first thing is for me to see Professor Gibson and find out what I have done.” “Don’t you go near the old brute,” shouted Howard, the class president and Celia’s accepted partner at all parties. ‘‘There’s some infernal mistake and I’m going to take this into my hands.” “No, Howard,” replied Celia, “I must settle with Professor Gibson myself. If there are explanations or apologies, it is my duty. Thanks, Howard, though.” All of them rushed out to go to the next class but Frances stayed behind a moment to say, “Let me walk home with you, Celia, and tell me all about it then. You won’t be expelled; you couldn’t be, not our valedictorian.” But morning brought the relpctant realization that a valedictorian could and probably would be expelled. Frances greeted her chums with this explanation. “I saw Celia after she talked with Professor Gibson and, girls,” she related tragically, “Celia says she did do the thing Professor Gibson thought, but she never guessed that he’d find out and she is expelled.” “But what did she do?” groaned Howard. “I’ll settle the old brute. It’s my turn now.” “That,” responded Frances, “is the mystery. Celia has always told me everything but she won’t give me even a hint. She says if she would tell it in assembly and apologize before the whole school she could come back. But you know Celia. She’s so proud and so ashamed of any disgrace she’d just die if she had to do that. I think Professor Gibson is just too unreasonable!” Meanwhile a plan was forming in Howard’s mind. He would go to Professor Gibson. Professor Gibson looked up as the senior class president entered “Well, Howard?” “Professor Gibson, I want to see all the class get a square deal. I think from what I’ve heard that Celia hasn’t done anything for which to be expelled. If she has, I demand, as a representative of the class, to know what it is. Otherwise, we shall see fit to consult the School Board and will eventually find out.” Page Thirty-two iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiMiiiHiiiiiiiiiiuiumiiuiiiiiiiiiiiiiiimiimimiiiiimiiiiiiu iiiiiiiiimiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiitiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiMiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiimniiK “Howard, I can’t understand this attitude. Furthermore, I can not show you the reason Celia was expelled, but I will say that she wrote a personal insult to me on the back of an English theme.’’ “Professor Gibson, I think to be fair you should let someone else judge the severity of the insult for which you inflict the supreme punishment.” The teacher was hesitant but finally he drew a paper from his desk. “Isn’t this enough?” he retorted. Howard looked at the paper. On it were these lines in bold letters: “Was there ever a creature like Gibson? He should really be wearing a bib soon. A detective beginner Could guess his whole dinner By spots, in his haste. He drops on his waist, Our dignified teacher named Gibson.” “Outrageous!” muttered Gibson. “Insulting!” A slight grin spread over Howard’s face and then a look of anguish as he grasped the tragic humor of the situation. It was reason enough to be expelled, that is, if Gibson wished to force the issue, and the poem had struck too near home not to enrage the little man. “I told her, if she would read it and apologize in assembly she might return—but she refused,” said Gibson as a last word, while Howard left the room. “What was it?” The seniors mobbed Howard as he came out. Howard told them. The group was quiet a moment. “Funny that Celia should write a thing like that,” remarked Helen. “It sounds more like the slams that Frances used to write about us.” Howard looked around. He was going to tell Frances what he had done and send word to Celia that he had tried to save her and failed. Frances was nowhere around. No one had seen Frances’ face pale as Howard recited the limerick. None of her classmates had watched her turn into the main office with hanging head. Frances had written the poem on the back of Celia’s theme. Celia had kept quiet so that Frances might graduate. Frances who stood next Page Thirty-three to Celia in honors would graduate first if Celia were expelled. Her father and mother had been so proud. Was she big enough to own up and take her punishment? For a moment Frances hesitated; then she rose and walked into Professor Gibson’s office. “Professor Gibson,” she faltered, “I wrote the verse. Expel me but send for Celia to come back. She never saw it until you showed it to her.” Frances told the whole story of Celia’s sacrifice and spared herself no blame. Finally Professor Gibson rose and walked to the window. “Frances,” he said, thoughtfully, “Celia has been a lesson to me. If she can make such a sacrifice, I can forgive this offense. I was too angry to be reasonable and it was only a bit of a joke, anyway. Tell Celia to come back to classes—and perhaps I owe her an apology for mistrusting her when she first said she didn’t write the poem.” —Carol Jean Turner. If May interest freshmen to know: If you’re really thirsty, there’s a well in every desk. If you can’t see well there’s plenty of extra specs on the ceiling. If you can’t find a place to stroll there’s the school Green in Room 5. If you can’t fix your masquerade costume borrow a Senior’s Beard. The Seniors will never go broke for however much they spend they’ll always have one Buck left. If you want to make a noise the school keeps two Drums which have never been beaten. If your brains don’t seem to function there’s a great Bean down in Room 4. We hope you like sea food, it’s our daily diet—crabs. If you want to know anything ask a Senior. Page Thirty-four lllllllllllllllllillHIItllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllUIII ___ ■a'b — - � to I .....................111:111.....mu....iimiiiiiii.......1....mi....1111............................................................ iiiiiiimiiiiiii.....iiiimii....i-...1111 tuiiHiiiiiiiiiiiinr « • ' MOMENT BEFORE SUNRISE A breeze is scudding down the lane And laughing out across the plain. Calling all his pals to run Out with him to meet the sun. THE TIDE IS OUT Sand lies unprinted by the foot of man. The boulders farther out loom large and grey; Monotonous the beach in shades of tan; Light breaks and aerial mist clouds drift away. The Clear blue night is grey with dawn. The dew is heavy on the lawn. A pale light mounts the farthest hill And all about is cool and still. A ghastly scalp of seaweed drapes the cliff. The grey blue line of water meets the sky Far out beyond. Tree skeletons rise dark and stiff. The one-legged heron shrills his lonely cry. —Carol Jean Turner, ’29. —Carol Jean Turner, ’29. DEEP NIGHT After everyone has gone to bed, A single gleam appears At the top of the stairs,— A small dim light, A ghostly taper. It hesitates, Then slowly Descends. Down, Down, Down, It reaches the landing— Falters; then advances, Wavering, groping, feeling its way in the darkness. A faint click—the master Had forgotten to turn off the radio! —Lucia Dewell, ’30. ..................................................................................mm.......... Page Thirty-five '•••♦ N IIIIMMIIIIIinillllllinillllllilllHIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIilllllNIIIIIIIIIIIIM «... w Class Ilisforu ■—--------♦ At last the long looked-for year has come. We are Freshmen and that means the new school. We don’t have to get on our knees to put our books in our desks any longer. At times the radiators also give various performances that are really quite comical, but we can’t laugh—no, we’re Freshmen. Those haughty Seniors look down on us as if we were the dirt under their feet. Never mind, we’ll be Seniors too some day and then— Our Hallowe’en party, which was one of the spookiest of its kind, was the best that has ever been given in the school. According to a well-established custom—all customs are well-established here—each class gives an assembly. Of course the Seniors come first and the Freshmen last, but everyone says our assembly was the best. The girls’ chorus sang “Row, Row, Row Your Boat,” and it was just as well done as a Metropolitan Opera. I tell you, we Freshmen are some performers. One consolation we have is that our class is represented on the basketball team by Florence Thulin and Bernice Hurlburt. The student body presented an operetta: “Once in a Blue Moon.” Florence Thulin and Bernice Hurlburt of our class had some of the minor parts. Many talented members of our class were in the chorus. You see, even if we are only Freshmen, they can’t get along without us. And now we’re one year older. No longer are we wretched Freshmen. No, sir, we’re Sophomores now. We can belong to the Glee Clubs and other organizations open only to the upper classmen. We certainly do pity the poor Freshmen. The Juniors gave us a Hallowe’en party. Our class was honored by having David Lackman receive the prize for having the funniest costume. I’ll say our class is improving. Why, in the short story contest for the Owl, Thomas Bissell, Helen Scott, Lillian Spoettle, and Violet Rasienski, all members of our classes, received prizes. The other classes didn’t. We’re Sophomores, you know. Again we sh’’ne. It’s assembly time. We presented a play, which, by the wav, could be given only by our talented class, entitled: “Classmates, or a Brother at Large.” We have, as representatives on the basketball team, Margaret Lyons, Helen Schlauder, Margaret Shearer, Florence Thulin and Sadie Ostrowski; in the orchestra, Carol Turner, Helen Scott, John Dobos and Caroline Humphreville; and in the school play, Edith Monahan, and Florence Thulin. And now we’re Juniors. At the Hallowe’en party this year its’ our turn to be the entertainers. According to the custom we gave it to the Sophomores and Seniors, with prizes for the prettiest, funniest, and most THE STUDENT COUNCIL iililiiliiiiliiiiiiiliiiiiiiiiiiililinimni f original costumes. Another big event this year was the Junior Prom. There were more attending than ever before. There would be—look who gave it! Members of our class made up the greater part of the operetta. “Cinderella.” At last we’re Seniors. Now we can look down on the Freshmen. But, do we? No, sir! We remember how terribly we felt to have those sharp piercing eyes of the haughty Seniors on us when we were Freshmen. Our assembly came first. We presented a very charming musical entertainment. David Lackman, with his harmonica, was the hit of the day and the “Agony Quartette” came in a close second. Our talented readers also rendered several interesting numbers. Then we were enter-tained at a Hallowe’en party by the Juniors. This year the girls’ basketball team is made up almost entirely of Senior girls. The team has won every game. I wonder why? They’ll surely miss us when we are gone. Although the girls’ team is made up entirely of our girls, we are very proud to say that we also have two representatives, John Ostrowski and Charles Tibbals, on the boys’ team. The senior play, “When a Feller Needs a Friend,” certainly carried off its audience. The class honors were won by Helen Scott, Valedictorian, and Charles Tibbals, Salutatorian, with his twin-sister, Helen losing out by only a small fraction of a point. There are nine honor students this year. Again I say, “Some class.” —Rose Braxl. Presentation of Gifts This is the last time that we shall be together and so I believe that it would be most fitting if a gift were presented to each member of the class that would be characteristic of that member. Frank Atwood—As I know you are immensely interested in farming and will probably follow this occupation after you have graduated, Frank, I am pleased to present you with these farm implements which I hope will be of some value to you in after years. Rose Braxl—Rose, since you are going to Barnard College this coming fall, you will have to talk more often and in a louder tone of voice. Consequently, I am giving you this megaphone which I know will carry your voice to the farthest corners of your class room with the necessary volume. Ray Bradley—I am sure that a young man of your business ability could write a very interesting book on Business Management. Therefore, I wish to present you with this paper with which to start your book. Page Thirty-eight IIIIHIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIfl llllllllllllll ► i;i|i|i||it|||||||HtHff n iHm«iiiHHniaiitHninHiinnnnniMHUi«nniiima� miiiiiiMiiiiiiiiMiiiH)iii� t£ iy Thomas Bissell-John Ostrowski—Tommie and Happy, you two boys have always been easily located and heard in both classrooms and corridors because of your “clicking heels.” 1 do not know whether this has been intentional or not, but, at any rate, I feel that these rubber heels will not be out-of-place as a gift from your classmates. Grace Donahue—You have been quite an excellent typist in your Senior year, Grace, and 1 feel that you will attain many higher honors. It is with the greatest pleasure that I present you with this jewelry box to hold the pins that you are sure to receive in later years. Helene Etheridge—Helene, throughout your high school career you have ably defended your title of champion gum chewer of the Thomaston High School. So, I present you with this statue, carved from the gum you have had to throw away during your four years of high school life, as a fitting reward for your hard-earned victory. Bernice Florian—Every class has its quiet member and that member usually gets something noisy. Bernice, you have been a very quiet girl and we have often wondered if you were really in the classroom. So, in order that we may be sure to know where you are, I am giving you this bell which, I believe, will solve the difficulty. Bernice Hurlhurt-Margaret Lyons—You two girls are always seen together, both in work and in play. It is now time for all of us to part. It would be a shame to break up such a beautiful friendship as yours has been. To prevent such an occurrence, I am giving you each a bottle of glue which you are to use on yourselves so that you may stick together for many years to come. Edward Henderson—Eddie, you have been described as the most handsome boy in the Senior Class. I know that all the girls like you quite well and that there will be some hearts broken in the near future. In order to prevent this, I am going to give you this roll of adhesive tape and a bottle of glue which you are to use on each heart you break. Rose Kiefer—Rose, you never seem to have much to do in class. We do not know what the cause of this has been, but if it has been because you have had nothing to work with, I believe this toy will help you pass away the time. Oavid Lack man—David, you certainly have been our model Senior boy— always having perfect lessons and your conduct above reproach. Your eyes have always been on your work, always unconscious of what is going on around you, and I realize that this must have been very difficult on account of your frivolous classmates, especially in Room 2. Therefore, I present to you this aeroplane that you may combine business with pleasure by flying over the country. Edith Monahan—Edith, you have been generally recognized as the best arguer in Thomaston High School. In later years, there will be no John Ostrowski or Helen Scott to argue with and you may find much lrMiniiiiiiiiniiiiiiiiuiiiiiuiiinuiiiiiiuiiiiiiiiiiiMiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiMumuiiiiiiiiiiifliiiiiiiiiiin Page Thirty-nine spare time hanging heavily on your hands. Therefore, I am overjoyed to present you with this copy of the “Lincoln-Douglas Debates,” which will j?ive many pointers on your favorite sport. Minerva Mattoon—Mike, I have heard that your favorite indoor sport is “spooning.” I can think of no better gift to present you than this silver spoon, a reminder of the many good times you have enjoyed in high school. Agnes O’Hrien—You are unsurpassed as the class giggler. You certainly have enjoyed giggling your way through high school. Perhaps after June 13, things will not be so humorous; consequently, I am giving you this joke book to read whenever you want to feel like giggling. Sadie Ostrowski—It seems that all through high school your aim has been to see how many times you could “fly up in the air.” In order to get back to earth once in a while, I am presenting you with this parachute which I hope will be of some use to you. Alfred Pratt—You played an excellent part in the Senior play. I believe that you would be a success on the dramatic stage, especially as Macbeth; so I am giving you this dagger which Macbeth used in the well-known play of Macbeth. Violet Rasinsky—It seems that you have been waging a battle for a long time with your worst enemy—superfluous weight. The outcome has never been in your favor. As a last resort, I take great pleasure in presenting you with this reducing record which I fervently hope will succeed when other methods have failed. Helen Schlauder—During your four years of high school, you have given one of the most difficult and puzzling problems to distinguish you from your sister. In order that we may make this distinction more easily, I am giving you these name tapes, which you are to wear in places where they will be easily seen. I ouise Schlauder-—You have been going quite steadily with a certain person for some time now and we earnestly hope that this will continue. In order that you may remember the good times you have had together, I am giving you this bar of candy which, if you will notice is an Old Nick. Helen Scott—“To the victor belongs the spoils. To the victor the crown.” You have well earned the title of Valedictorian of the Class of ’29. You have worked hard, taken part in every thing, and it is with great pleasure that I present you with this laurel crown with the heartiest congratulations of your classmates. Margaret Shearer—Margaret, I think you would appreciate a gift that would do away with your having to walk over a mile every time you wanted to come up town. And so yesterday I bought this car at Johnson’s garage. The gas tank is full. Page Forty IIHIIIHIIIIIIIIIIIIHIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIMIIIMIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIimillllllilllllimilllllHIIIIIIIIIIIIIimill ssvrio ho in nr ► jEC l'HIIIIIIIIIII!llllllllllllllllllllllilllllllllllllllllllllll!|l]lllllllllllllllllllllllllllll!lllllim Lillian Spoettle—Lillian, you never seemed to want to keep steady company with anyone. We fully realize that you are young yet and that •you have plenty of time to find your life partner. But, nevertheless, I am pleased to present you with this little red-headed, hale, and hearty companion, just as a beginner. Florence Thulin—I am under the impression that you will soon be playing an important part in a ceremony wherein a woman changes her name. I know how well “Bill” likes to eat, so I am presenting you with this cook book! Let me offer you a word of cheer in telling you that the first one hundred biscuits are the hardest. Helen Tibbals—Helen, you have never had much to do with boys during your school life. I do believe that you ought to get better acquainted with the boys, but as “Gentlemen Prefer Blondes” I am giving you this bottle of hair dye which will change you from a harmless brunette to a man-catching blonde. Charles Tibbals—Charlie, you are somewhat like your sister—shy and bashful. This is the one thing you must conquer. To help you, let me suggest that talking to this picture while you are dressing will help you overcome the difficulty of speechlessness when you meet the one and only person. Carol Turner—You are always writing beautiful poetry. Your stories are also good. Now, I am sure that during these last four years you must have used up quite a bit of paper—and the pencils! When you graduate, you will not always have the Thomaston High School to supply paper for you; so I am sure you will appreciate this pad and pencil which I hope will last a few days. Ola Butcher—Ola, I noticed all through this year you were always busily occupied in writing to your “boy friends”. For this reason I am giving you this box of stationery, which I hope will serve the purpose and appeal to your friends. Juniors—I know you have watched with longing eyes as you saw us, the Seniors, passing out first after an assembly. But next year you will be the first ones out. I am giving you this rope to keep the underclassmen roped in until you have safely passed out. Sophomores—We, the graduating class, are able to pass down a lot of knowledge that ought to be very valuable to you. You will find that your Junior class obligations and your Senior Commencement will be expensive propositions. To prevent your finding yourselves in the financial difficulties that face the present Junior Class, we give you this bank with the advice that you start saving now. Freshmen—You have just started the climb up the four hills of High School. They are hard climbs,—these four years, mingled with the best fun of your lives; so never give up. I am pleased to present you with these two yeast cakes which I hope will have the same effect on you as they do on any other mixture—to rise quickly and give plenty of pep. Margaret Shearer Margaret Lyons Page Forty-TWo iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiHiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiimiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiiiiiiiiuiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiuuiiiiii SOPHOMORE CLASS Illlllllllllllllllllill6 CLASS WILL notu Sill iUrn bp 3Tbefie presents; THAT WE, The Senior Class, of the Town of Thomaston in the County of Litchfield and State of Connecticut, being of sound and disposing mind and memory, do make, publish and declare the following to be our last will and testament, hereby revoking all former wills by us made. To the Junior Class of 1929, our high scholastic record to maintain our athletic ability and honors, our knack of doing the least work possible, our teacher both friend and advisor—Miss Buck. To James O’Brien, Frank Atwood’s sleepy manner and moping ways. To Edward Vitoski, Ray Bradley’s man-of-the-world manner. To Sybil Mattoon, Rose Braxl’s luxuriant coils of hair. To Fritz Petke, Thomas Bissell’s noisy heels and his “gift of gab.” To Mary Fischer, Ola Dutcher’s knack of getting letters. To Ruth Brown, Helene Etheridge’s slender form. To Rose Levy, Bernice Florian’s modesty and her gentle voice. To George Taylor, Edward Henderson’s power to break the girls’ hearts, and to Roland Gustafson, his failure to attempt to break them. To Shirley Beardslee, Bernice Hurlburt’s “all-around” popularity. To George Parker, David Lackman’s powers of concentration. To Amelia Miles, Peg Lyon’s proficiency in basketball. To Virginia Bowen. Minerva Mattoon’s “devil-may-care” attitude. To Mabel Barnes, Agnes O’Brien’s wit. To Helen Mezocowski, Sadie Ostrowski’s “happy-go-lucky” air. To John Ostrowski’s bashful cousin, Stanley Grohoski, Happy’s great opinion of himself. To Walter Dickinson, Alfred Pratt’s ability in leading the class and managing the athletic teams. To Marion Hellerich, Violet Rasienski’s wavy hair. To Ella Bradley and Grace Nelson that they may have equal chances to win Bobby Blakeslee noons, Louise and Helen Schlauder’s twinship. To Lucia Dewell. Helen Scott’s determination to prompt in French class. Page Forly-four ■ joC iinininiiiiiinnimniniiiiiinnimiiiiiniiiniiinnuiiiiiimiiiiiiniinii 't' mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmum 'iO -! • To Katherine Woodward, Lillian Spoettle’s retiring manner. To Dorothy Chipman, Florence Thulin’s record as captain of the basketball team. To Mary Sullivan, Helen Tibbals’ habit of finding fault. To Vernon Ryan, Charles Tibbals’ everlasting smile. To the members of the class not otherwise remembered in the will, Carol Jean Turner’s ability to miss all her classes. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal, at Thomaston this fourteenth day of June, A. D., 1929. Signed, sealed, published and declared as and for our last will and testament by her, the said testatrix in presence of us, who at her request, and in her presence, and in presence of each other have subscribed our names as witnesses hereunto. (Signed) Class of 1929. W. Edith Monahan. PROPHECY FOR 1929 For those who believe in her, Fate has a gift. Once in a lifetime she grants her subjects the chief desire of their hearts. I have always trusted Fate, always recognized her power, always prayed to the little God, Luck. Now I demand a boon. Fate, draw back the curtain which obscures the future; let me see for a minute what is before us. There is a beautiful chateau in France. At a small table out in the patio before her beautiful sunken garden sits a young woman. Edith Monahan, novelist and lecturer, sits with her typewriter before her, drawing inspiration from her beautiful home surroundings for another best seller. Ray Bradley, the young blonde giant, emerging from the great white pillared bank is the bank president and a successful investor in Wall Street. The older members of the firm rely on his judgment for everything. What is the great jam at the theatre doors? The theatre is crowded. The moment arrives for the show to start. There is a hush—and then I hear Florence Thulin singing her way into the hearts of the whole world. iiniiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiuiiimiNOiiiuiiiiiiiifliiuiiiniuiiiiuffliiiiiuiJiiiuiiiiiiniiiiMiiiin Page Forty-five ......................................................Illllllllllll......................................................................................... This is a most attractive office. Its furnishings show that the business is thriving. As I open the door I see Margaret Lyons at the desk—president of the Lyons’ Real Estate Promoters. Here is a perfect downtown apartment, most tastefully arranged. Oh, here is Ola Dutcher, the first of our class to take up the responsibilities of domestic life. As a fine car swings into the drive on a large estate, I see Charles Tibbals, now Professor Tibbals, the College Horticultural Instructor. Charlie manages this large model farm and experiment station where his students can try out their theories. See the school room there. All the little tots are eagerly awaiting the teacher. “Good morning, Miss Tibbals.” It is Helen’s cheerful voice that answers, “Good morning, boys and girls.” What is Helen Scott up to now? There seems to be some trouble. Oh, her husband is suing her for using him as a humorous character in one of her newspaper short stories. Helen says the suit is merely a pastime for her hubby and that they’re really just as friendly. I see a man striding along the streets with a newspaper in his hand and a book under his arm. Can it be that this famous detective is none other than Happy? John Ostrowski is the master mind that is kept busy revealing plots and foiling criminals’ attempts. He is working hard to make Chicago safe for everyone. I feel that with one glance he estimates my height and thumb prints as well as my attire, in case I may turn prey someday for detectives. This is a stage I see. Before me are two world famous dancers. Let me see the names on the program—Mile. Violet Rasienski and Monsieur Edw. Henderson. The evening is a big success and when I go back stage to see my classmates, I learn that they have toured abroad and are planning to return to France soon. Whose picture is this I see? It’s headed “American Tennis Champion.” It must be Minerva Mattoon. The article states that “Miss Mat-toon is very careful to avoid the reporters.” Although her father is a newspaper man, she seems to enjoy dodging the photographers. She has consented to write a special account for the Sunday issue telling of her rise to the “Tennis Championship.” A housewife is sitting on the veranda sewing. She looks happy and says that her husband is making good and that they run a large poultry farm. The house is old and furnished with marvelous antiques. Bernice Florian has found a home in the country. There is a great sign over the entrance to that farm, “Pedigreed Dogs—Atwood Kennels.” In the yard I see Frank strolling along with a leash in each hand. On the ends of the leashes are two ferocious bulldogs. Frank’s dogs are thoroughbreds and very valuable. ....................................................................................iiiiitiiiiuiii............................. min....{inn..... Page Forty-six FRESHMAN CLASS IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIM I can see Helene Etheridge planning elaborate menus and directing a large staff of servants. She is the manager in a large hotel. I think she has been vaguely considering domestic life, but the career she has chosen is so interesting she hates to give it up. I see a huge bridge over a great river—perhaps the Mississippi. It is a wonderful piece of construction. David Lackman is the man who designed it and planned every detail. David builds, not for a life time, but for all times. I see a woman, businesslike, but attractive and well dressed, too. She is in the White House. Who is she? I think it is Agnes O’Brien, the President’s right hand “man.” She spends her days putting his schedule in order, typing his important letters, interviewing the never ending throng of news reporters, and regulating his social engagements. She’s interested in politics, too. I see a beautiful old house far back from the road with beautiful lawns and a tennis court. It is more than a family dwelling. It is a finishing school. Here I find Rose Braxl directing her staff of teachers and personally advising the daughters of our wealthiest American families. Rose is a godsend to the society matrons who can’t spend time to train their daughters in the cultures of society. The large house on the hill is owned by Pratt. He has been very lucky as a stock broker. He has also become a prominent lawyer. His hobby at present is politics and if he sticks to it we expect to see him in Congress soon. Helen Schlauder has found her happiness as wife of a big business man, the President of a large corporation. She lives in a tremendous house, drives her own sport car, and travels around among the four hundred. We wonder if Helen’s husband is never perplexed, for I see in his office at the desk of his private secretary—Louise Schlauder. Louise seems as happy with her career as Helen in her heme. Helen’s husband won’t have to take Helen’s picture to the office with him. He can just look at Louise. Why, there’s Margaret Shearer—what do you think she’s doing? She’s President of a Business College. She began as a teacher, but the board of directors soon realized her great ability and promoted her to a fitting position. She tells me laughingly that she has just engaged one of her former teachers to teach in her college. I see another classmate in a library. Rose Kiefer is librarian of this institution. She finds the quiet, pleasant atmosphere of the library just suited to her taste. There is Sadie Ostrowski. She is athletic instructor in the city Y. W. C. A., evenings. Daytimes she holds a desirable position as head sales lady in a large department store. Every minute of her time counts. Page Forty-eight iiiiHDuiuiiiiuuuiiMHiiiiiiiiiinimiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiuiiiiiiiiiiiiimiiiiiiiiiiiiiii EIGHTH GRADE STUDENTS Who is the editor of the weekly magazine sitting at that desk behind a huge pile of paper? Is that Tommy Bissell with those great hornrimmed glasses? He seems to like his work, but, as usual, it’s just about three steps ahead of him and keeps him stepping. Bernice Hurlburt finds her home and her social activities all she can attend to. She is president of the Junior League in her city and manages to do something spectacular which gets her picture in the paper at least once in two weeks. Grace Donahue is a fine stenographer and enjoys her work as much as her vacations. Her cheerful disposition is her ticket to the best things on earth. Lillian Spoettle is a future home maker, but at present she is an authority on interior decoration. Lillian, too, seems to find life enjoyable. She oftens lectures over the radio. Housewives always have time to listen to her helpful hints and ideas. The haze of obscurity is gathering again. Is this all there is to see? Fate, we are grateful that you have honored us with this opportunity to look ahead. We have only to do our best and trust to you, and the world is conquered. Fate, if I have misused your gift of prophecy, I will give as a forfeit my own future happiness with a prayer to the little God, Luck for myself and my classmates. —Carol Jean Turner. Address to Undergraduates Dear Undergraduates, from whom we are about to be separated. We, as Seniors, wish to leave with you some bits of advice, which we hope you will kindly received and follow, during your remaining years in this school. We, as Seniors, have done what we could to uphold the standard of the school, and to you we pass on these ideals to cherish and to uphold. One of the great principles which is impressed upon us in school is obedience. What would this world be without it? I will leave it to your imagination to ascertain. In life everyone of us will always find it necessary to submit to some authority. The sooner a person becomes accustomed to this the easier it will be for him in this world, and the better citizen he will make. Everyone should take advantage of this training while in school. Not only does the individual profit by it, but the faculty, fellow students, and the reputation of the school as well. Begin immediately and follow carefully the rules laid down for you. Page Fifty llllllllllllllllllllllllllllll SEVENTH GRADE STUDENTS ill'll A second essential that is to be emphasized in the future is participation in extra-curricular activities, such as the Debating Club, the Art Club, the Mechanical Drawing Club, the Glee Club, and the Orchestra. Under these is also included athletic activities. We are very fortunate in having all these established in our school. Everyone who has any inclination along any of these lines should take advantage of them. The meetings held by these organizations should be attended regularly by all members, and by so doing you will help both yourself and the school. School Spirit is another essential factor in school life, which I would like to consider. School Spirit! What meaning is embodied in these two words. In order to make them mean what they should it is necessary to give to the school the proper support in all branches of student activity. There is always room for improvement; therefore the School Spirit in T. H. S. may be greatly improved by several methods. First, by a large attendance at all extra-curricular activities, and active participation in all of these to the full extent of the capability of each student; Second, by suitable behavior at these affairs; Third, by always boosting your school; Fourth, by keeping the school building and grounds in the neatest condition possible; and Fifth, by proper conduct in the class room and study hall. School Spirit has hidden within it a fundamental principle which is of great use in life, and this is the principle of working together, for this is what we are bound to do in later life. It is our sincere hope that in years to come School Spirit will be almost perfected in this school through the cooperation of all students. And so we bid you under-classmen farewell. It is with reluctance that we leave you, but we shall come in contact with you often while pursuing the game of life. Next year we hope that you will help to keep the standard of this school as nearly perfect as possible. � “To you we throw the torch; be yours to hold it high.” —David B. Lackman. Q—is for Quizzes which our thoughtful teachers give. If it weren’t for these trials in what peace we coulct live. R—is for Ray, girls fall for his gaze, Let’s hope he gets over his boyhood daze. S—is for Schlauders, like the proverbial peas. Who because of their likeness are easy to please. T—is for Tibbals, our second Babe Ruth, When he comes up to bat, you’ll find it’s the truth. U—is for Us, the class of ’29. When the last bell rings, we’re always on time. V—is for Violet, our typist fair, Who can always be seen with a wave in her hair. W’s for Work, which we all ought to do. We’re always beginning and yet never get thru. X—is for eXit, we make ours in June, Our teachers are sorry we’re leaving so soon. Y—is for You, who in reading this book Must criticise kindly as thru it you look, Z—is for Zenith; we’ve reached it at last; Now we’ll look to the future and forget all the past. —OLA R. DUTCHER. Page Fifty-two GIRLS BASKETBALL TEAM ATHLETIC SECTION ATHLETIC ASSEMBLY At an assembly of the entire school, the presentation of sweaters to the members of the girls’ and boys’ basketball teams took place. These sweaters are blue and have a red T on them. The presenting of sweaters as a reward for playing basketball during the season is something new in the high school. Miss Carpenter and Mr. Green shared the honors of presenting the sweaters. However, as Mr. Green emphasized when he presented the boys’ sweaters, “It is the letter which counts and not the sweater. It is an honor to wear a letter while anyone can wear a sweater.” The members of the girls’ squad who received sweaters were: Cap- tain Florence Thulin, Captain-elect Dorothy Chipman, Bernice Hurlburt, Margaret Lyons, Sadie Ostrowski, Margaret Shearer, Margaret Higgins, Helen Schlauder, Charlotte Sangster, and Manager Edith Monahan. The members of the boys’ squad who received sweaters were: Cap- tain George Madeux, Captain-elect George Taylor, John Ostrowski. Stanley Grohoski, George Graham, Louis Smith, Charles Tibbals, James O’Brien, Ernest Eggleston, George Warrenburger, Irving Wolf, and Manager Alfred Pratt. After the presentation of sweaters, Mr. Green announced that he was to give a prize to the boy who had the best record during the basketball season. This record was based on sportsmanship, general attitude toward basketball, practice, and the season’s games. Unable to decide between two members of the squad, Mr. Green decided to cut the prize and give half to each boy. These prizes of $2.50 gold pieces were given to George Graham and Louis Smith: incidentally they were the smallest of the “Midgets.” At the same time George Warrenburger was presented a gold piece as a prize for winning the foul shooting contest. George made 80 out of a possible 100—believed to be a state record. BASKETBALL Basketball has had one of its most successful years in the season of 1928-29. The girls again won the coveted cup given by the Western Connecticut Interscholastic Basketball League. This cup has been held by the Thomaston girls for two consecutive years. Due to the excellent iiiiiiiiiiiiiiitiiiiiiniiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii Page Fifty-four BOYS BASKETBALL TEAM 34 coaching of Miss Carpenter, the girls were able to duplicate the feat of winning the cup. With the exception of one member, the regular basketball team was composed of Seniors. Next year will see the building up of an entire new team. The boys have been more successful than ever before. Although they did not win the League championship they won the Sportsmanship Award. This award is new this year and Thomaston is the first to win it. The award will be given each year for six years. At the end of the six years the team that has won it the most times will keep it. This is an honor equal almost to that of the League championship. The Girls’ score: Thomaston 38 V Thomaston 11 C Thomaston 13 F Thomaston 33 T Thomaston 14 G Thomaston 26 T Thomaston 35 N Thomaston 26 L Thomaston 24 C Thomaston 21 Thomaston 29 W Thomaston 13 V Thomaston 10 G Thomaston 13 Thomaston 25 Thomaston 36 N Woodbury 2 Crosby 11 Naugatuck 15 Terryville 9 Gilbert 8 Terryville 9 Naugatuck 16 Litchfield 12 Crosby 24 Washington 21 Watertown 11 Woodbury 13 Gilbert 2 Washington 18 Watertown 19 New Milford 2 The Boys’ score: Thomaston 21 V Thomaston 14 P Thomaston 17 L Thomaston 13 T Thomaston 21 T Thomaston 13 L Thomaston 16 V Thomaston 26 V Thomaston 19 L Thomaston 22 P Thomaston 29 W Thomaston 20 L Thomaston 17 Thomaston 34 V Thomaston 28 N Woodbury 27 Plainville 13 Litchfield 18 Terryville 20 Terryville 50 Litchfield 49 Washington 47 Watertown 28 Leavenworth 43 Plainville 18 Woodbury 26 Leavenworth 11 Washington 19 Watertown 31 New Milford 23 INTERCLASS VOLLEY BALL During the week of April 22, a series of volley ball games to decide the championship of the school was played. The Freshmen finally won two out of three games and were declared the champions. GYM EXHIBITION The gym classes held a public exhibition on March 26, directed by Miss Carpenter and Mr. Gallup. The program consisted of exercises, drills, dances, stunts, and games. Page Fifty-six BOYS BASEBALL TEAM BASEBALL Manager Alfred Pratt has secured the following schedule for the baseball season: April 25 Plainville................. away April 30 New Milford at home May 7 Watertown ..................away May 10 Litchfield ............ at home May 14 Terryville .............at home May 24 Litchfield away May 28 Terryvdle ................ at home May 31 New Milford away June 4 Watertown .............at home The boys started the season well. The first game with Plainville indicated that Thomaston will have a good team. Although the game was not finished on account of rain, the Thomaston boys were leading by four runs in the fourth inning. —Margaret Shearer Sports Editor. REQUIEM It’s the last time that we'll play together For our dear old T. H. S. But we'll always he sure to remember And to honor T. H. 5. T. H. S. is the best in the whole world; Not a school can be compared. And we’ll ever remember the victories And defeats that there we shared. Though we often may be far apart, IVe will always recall the name; And always for dear old T. H. S. Will remember to “Play The Came. COACH CREEN Our Coach Creen comes from Harvard, But what is that to us? For Harvard cannot claim him; We'll call him ours. We must. Defeat meant naught to him But just to try once more; He tried and made a huge success Qf the team that could not score. And now he's reached his goal Yet he will not give in. “Aim higher, boys, we'll gain the top. We'll work, we’ll fight, we’ll win!” SPIRIT They speak of lonely houses Where spirits reign at night. Still our school has a Spirit That means “We're going to fight.” Oft times this spirit takes us Back to our younger days. When every team was jeered at. But now that never pays. We give a cheer for our team. One for the other, too. Show them what our school has got And see what they will do. You II find that they will like it And want to do the same. Just set a good example, For that will help our name. Margaret Shearer, ’29 Page Fifty-eight Chrysler - Plymouth MOTOR CARS Style - Khilue - performance C. C. TYLER S SALES Thomaston, Conn. MKuuiiiiiiiiimuHiniiiiiiiiini Page Fifty-nine |i P€inmiMHiiinminmiiimuiiiiniiiimiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiiiiiifitniuiiiiiiininiiiniiiiiiiiiiinuiniimmiiiiim llllllltllllllHllllllllllllillllllHllllllllllllllllllllllllltlllNliltilllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll!IH| ( Flint’s Service Station GROCERIES-FEED SINCLAIR GAS and OIL AND FERTILIZERS GOODRICH TIRES, TUBES ACCESSORIES l I .. • Peter Duff A. M. FLINT 4 Center St. DODGE BROTHERS MOTORS DODGE BROTHERS TRUCKS 2 Complete Lines of Sizes —POWER— —COMFORT— —REFINEMENT— E. G. HOTCHKISS Telephone 1.� South .Main Street - . Thomaston Page Sixty lllllllllHIIIIIIIlllllilllllllllllllillllllll|ltllll||||||||||||||||||||||||||| iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiiiniiiiiniiiiiiiiuuimimnnnnitiTiTiminnniiiiimiiiiiiniinmiiim................................................................................................. .............. Page Sixty-one - iiiiniiiiiiiiiiiiiuiiiuiiiiiiiaimnimHtiiiHiniiimmniUHniniunmimiimniHiiiimiininiiiiiiiiiiinr it ar« Sfei. -r a«niiiiiiiiiiiiiii.........................................................................................iiin.m 354 J. J. CONWAY Where qualities tell And prices sell. HEADQUARTERS FOR BRADLEY SWEATERS and BATHING SUITS STOP AND SHOP AT CONWAY’S “A Store Fully Abreast of the Times” F. T. BIDWF.I I JEWELER Established 1900 WE CARRY A COMPLETE LINE OF HIGH GRADE JEWELRY. Wisselton Diamonds. Hawkes Celebrated Crystal, Cut and Engraved, (awarded Grand prize at Paris Exposition.) Gorham’s Solid Silver. International Sterling. See the new Legacy Pattern in 1847 Roger Bros. Silver. We also have a large line in all of the popular patterns of this well-known silverware. Put up in both Chests and Trays. The Chilton Pen—twice the ink capacity of any other pen made $3.50 to $7.00 GUARANTEED TO GIVE SATISFACTION IN ALL WAYS—ALWAYS! Page Sixty-two luiiiinniiiiiiimuiiiiuiiimimuiiiuiiiiuiiiiiiiuiiiimiiiimiiiiiimimiuiiuiiimniiniiunniimiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiimiiiiiMiiMiiiiiimiiiiiiiiiii ■ - ) iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiinHiiiiiiuiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiH� iiiiiiiiiiiiiitg w •lllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllHHIIIIIIIIIIIIIIlIHUIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIimi'OBf «— If it’s in the line of good teas and coffee, we have “it.” We also carry a complete line of crockery, malt, hardware, glassware, china-ware,enamelware, and other house-household articles. W. H. 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ScHLAGENHAUF, Director of Admissions Boston, Massachusetts Page Sixty-four niiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiimmiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiiiiiiinniiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiim Compliments of Illlllllllilllllll!lllllllllllillll!llll96 ” £?jy -IOC? ♦ -- K. B. MARKET THE NEW PONTIAC BIG SIX Compliments of Forward looking people will in- vestigate this car before buying. You owe it to yourself to call THE W. T. GRANT CO. Lyons, 64-2 and get our allowance on your old car and let us show you the new PONTIAC with new features in every part of the car—new in power, in speed, in richness, in comfort, it presents for the first time that ideal combination of big DEPT. CHAIN STORES V car value at small car cost. LYONS AUTO CO. Tlioinaston, Conn. OAKLAND—PONTIAC and G.M.C. TRUCKS llllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll1llltlllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll!llllllllllllllllllllllllltlllllllllllHIIIIMIII!llllllllll Page Sixty-five W Compliments of BLAKE’S GARAGE QUALITY DINER HUDSON and ESSEX SALES SERVICE and PARTS —als FULL LINE OF FIRESTONE TIRES AND TUBES ACCESSORIES P. J. MATURESE, Mgr. WILLARD BATTERIES FOR CARS AND RADIOS. MADDEN BROS. GRADE A MILK AND CREAM —INSPECTED— R. T. ANDREWS CO. MISSES A. . E. BLAKESLEE, Props. Dealers in MODERN AND ANTIQUE AT YOUR SERVICE- GASOLINE OILS TIRES —ACCESSORIES— FURNITURE CARPETS, BEDDING, ETC. Phone 490-2 Telephone 675 Thomaston, Conn. Orders taken for Upholstering Furniture Tliomaston, Conn. Page Sixty-six tf iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiiiiim A. L. WOOD MEATS FANCY GROCERIES BUTTER EGGS FRUITS VEGETABLES Phone Connection 7-8 Morse Block AUGUST WEHRLE DAN CIAFARDONE COLLEGIATE Dealer in SODA SHOPPE South Main St. DRY GOODS AND NOTIONS ICE CREAM PARLOR SODA-CONFECTIONERY-FRUIT Bradstreet’s Block l’lione Connection and TOBACCO Page Sixty-seven iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiMriiiiiiiiiiiiHiiiiiiiinmiminiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiim w P. D’ANDREA Ladies’ and Gents’ TAILORING CLEANING DYEING PRESSING CANDYLAND The Land of Ice Cream and Sweets Come here for your treats. SODA CANDY CIGARS East Main Street Main Street Tlionmstoii, Conn. Thoninsfon, Conn. Thomastons Largest Store Carries a Complete Line of HARDWARE, GARDEN SEED, ATWATER KENT RADIOS PAINTS and OILS Visit the EAST MAIN STREET BOOT SHOP H. L. 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Write for Illustrated Catalog BAY PATH INSTITUTE 100 Chestnut Street Springfield, Massachusetts Branch Schools: Keene, N. ., and Brattleboro, Vi. There is one Gift that is Never Duplicated— YOUR PHOTOGRAPH GASOLINE - OIL - SUPPLIES - REPAIRS Have new ones made often H. E. GRIMSHAW Telephone Connection Thomas ton. Conn. BURRILL 43 North Main St. Bristol, Conn. tii:iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii!iiiiiiiiiiiiuiiiiiiiniiuiiiiiiiiiiiuiiiiiiiiiiiuiiiiiiiiiiiimiiiiiiiiiuiiiiimiiiiiuiiiiiiiiiii!iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii!iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiuiiiiiiimim Page Seventy-one MAKES COLD FROM HEAT ON DEMONSTRATION AT PALMER’S, Inc. Main Street THE THOKASTON SUPPLY CO., Inc. Grain, Fertilizer, Farm Seeds, Barb Wire and Roofing. We make our own Dairy and Poultry Seeds. A Stock Company of Consumers Organized for Mutual Benefit. We aim to furnish goods at lowest cost. Consistent with good business. “Credit costs money.” Pay cash. Save bad accounts and Bookkeeping Expense. Terms: CASH. Deliveries Extra. THOMASTON SUPPLY CO. F. N. Buell, Manager Pel. 126 West Main St., opp. Elm St. Page Seventy-two i iiiiiiiin •1 ii yTv al i f iiiuHiiiiimiiiiiiiiiii«miininiiiiiiiHiiMiinmmiiMiiiiiiHniiiiiuiiiinimiiiiiuiniiiiiiiMiiiiiiiniiiitM i SALES and SERVICE PLYMOUTH-HILL GARAGE Telephone 290 PLYMOUTH, CONN. lnniiiiiiuiiiHiiiii Page Sevenly-three PERRY SECRETARIAL SCHOOL Specialized Training and Practical Experience in Secretaryship and Accounting Practices, under Expert Instruction. - - - - jY(odern JDfethods of teaching. S){odern ‘Toext Books and (practices. 1Business like School Environment. Telephone 1248 51 West Main St. WATERBURY Page Seoenly-four PHONE 662 SOME MEN SEEK STYLE - SOME OTHERS SEEK ECONOMY whichever you are looking for in the selection of your new suit you will find both in our- Gustorn tailored Glotkes ARCHIE THE TAILOR WE DO CLEANING PRESSING REMODELING DYEING