Townsend Harris High School - Crimson Gold Yearbook (Flushing, NY)

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Page3 MEDIUM JUNE '28 ALUMNI HoLDs ANNIVERSARY DINNER Vvith sincerest greetings and welcomes of good-fellowship, the members of the Alumni Association of the Class of June, 1928, assembled in great numbers to cele- brate their thirtieth annual re-union at the Hotel Camelton. Almost all were present with their wives and guests, all participat- ing to promote a spirit of conviviality. Mr. Aaron S. Yohalem officiated as chairman of the dinner. Similar to that famous Lower A Banquet , he opened his welcoming address with Contrary to cus- tom and precedent, I am not going to bore you with a long address. My speech will be like a chorus girI's skirt .... The irony of this statement was overlooked by no member of the class. However, it was necessary to explain it to the guests. Mr. Moe Solavitch, president of the class, was the first speaker introduced. His speech was primarily concerned with reminiscences of those days in 1928. One of the most active members of the Alumni Association, Mr. Philip Goodman, was the next to speak. The welfare of the asso- ciation was the topic of his talk. Mr. Golditch, also, spoke in regard to the gym- nasium, thanking the class for bestowing him with the position of supervisor of the Physical Training department of Harris. Messrs. Berger and Kaufman furnished the music of the evening on the piano and violin, respectively. An added feature was the singing of class and school songs in which the guests willingly participated. In the remaining period, Messrs. Ganz, Kaufman, Vlassernian, Cllmann, Shorr, Berger, Ludwig, and others, were requested to say a few words. These furnished variety of interest for the members and guests. Page Forty-four PERSONALITIES Messrs. Solavitch and Yohalem are equally concerned in state politics in which they are prominent figures. Rumor says that Mr. S-olavitch is to be a candidate for governor at the next election. Mr. Yohalem, the ideal politician, is said to be very influential in political fields beyond the public view. Mr. Philip Goodman is exercising great influence as editor of the foremost Demo- cratic journals. With all Hebrew under- takings, Mr. Goodmans name will in- evitably be associated. Mr. Arthur V. Berger has been devoting much of his time to charitable interests. Except for an occasional benefit recital,.he spends his time in assisting needy editorial- ists, although he virtually practices law. Mr, Victor VV. Ganz has recently been appointed the New York Police Commis- sioner. This he attributes to his experience as chief of the Traffic Department of Harris. XN'herever financial affairs are concerned, Mr. .lack Vlasserman may be found. As president of the Parker Pen Company, he has been very busy during recent years. Nevertheless, he prides himself in having as one of his clients, the Harris Co-op store. Our newspaper representative, Mr. Charles A. Ullmann, now occupies a posi- tion near the Editor of the New York Times. During recent years, Mr. Golditch has been participating in athletics. Probably that is what keeps his beautiful locks as blonde and wavy as ever. To attend this affair, Mr. Van Veen con- descended to leave his Bohemian surround- ings. Mr. Xlilliam Ludwig is now faring well in the field of oratory as one of the fore- niost attorneys of the day. He is aspiring to the position of Senator from New York. As usual, Mr. Walter Kaufman is reach- ing for high positions. He has been asked to accept the Socialist nomination for president. Mr. Theodore Fuchs has been success- fully commercializing his artistic ability. Besides wall painting, he does varnishing and paperhanging.

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MEDIUM Page2 M E D I U M Publislzcrl daily in the iizteravts of N E tin' Staff X'OL. 87 MAY ll, 1958 No, 48 Oh yes boys, this column business is quite - the thing now. And we are quite popular. Ediftll'-1.11-CD11 icf LEONARD GOODMAN illaxzaging Editor EDXYARD BERGER Assnriatt' Editors ABRAHAM SHORR HENRY ZIMET ADAM FRANK, IR. PHILIP RAPAPOR1' Business llfazzagei' EUGENE YOHALEM Art Editor BENJAMIN NYASS-ERMAN EDITORIAL A Gymnasium! For years we have been clamoring for such an institution. Now wenhave the fulfillment of our innermost desire, an established course in physical tralnlng to be included in our curriculum. First let us consider to whom we are in- debted for this. It is physically impossible to ever repay the class of June, 1928, for whaththey have done for the welfare of Harris. However, we can express our sincerest sentiments and extend our best vvishes to every member of that immortal c ass. Thlfty years have passed since the mem- bers of June, 1928, have last crossed the threshold of this wonderful cathedral of learning. Yet they have not forgotten their Alma Mater as well as the prime lamenta- tion of themselves and their successors. The impression of Townsend Harris Hall has been consecrated by every member of the class of June, 1928. This example should be practiced by every class on de- parting from our beloved school. Regard- less of the sundry interests adopted on our departure from Harris, every Senior class should inaugurate an alumni association. The everlasting tribute of every Har- risite is due to the class of June, 1928, and every member therein. In years to come, the memory of this class should remain im- mortal, inscribed in the annals of Harris. Got offers from the Morgue and everything. We were strolling along across the Campus and glancing at the surrounding skyscrapers when something hit our head. We went sort of senseless for a moment and when we came to, we saw a sort of dumb-bell at our feet. The inscription on it read: Donated to Townsend Harris Hall, this gymnasium and all equipment, by the Class of June, 1928 This set us musing, yes, this was one of the classes with which we had expected to be graduated. And that was the class that gave the gym to Harris. Mr. Donnelly, our new attendant, isn't half bad. VVe sort of felt distressed when Mr. Conti retired. Of course he is quite old now but he could have lasted a little longer. It was because he actually re- turned a lost book that they dismissed him, we think. XVe went to one of the Polo games that Harris won the other night. Our team shines out pretty well. It was a long time ago but we can remember when the Polo team was organized and there was a bit of controversy then about where to keep the horses. The library was decided upon. No one ever went near there anyhow because he was afraid of getting suspension for talking. Received a letter recently, a handsome invitation. It was from the Class of June, 1928, Alumni. The boys still remembered us and asked us to their dinner. It de- lighted us to think of the fun we used to have with that class. There was a chap, Moe Solavitch, who talked a lot but kept his class going pretty well. And a guy Aaron Yohalem, gosh how he used to fight with Nlialter Kaufman at the G. O. meet- ings. And NNalter would stand np, sort of dumb in the face and ask, Is this order? CContinued on page 4, col. 21 Page Forty-tlufee

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1 ME Mr. Saul Gorn, one of the leading mathematical consultants of the day, has been perpetually furthering his knowledge until now there is no more for him to learn. Mr. and Mrs. Adam Frank were obliged to leave early in order to attend a lecture on the Latinistic syntacticalism of the piano-forte delivered by Mr. Theodore Greenebaum who sent his regrets for not attending. As might be expected, Mr. Edward Kar- dos is gaining a great reputation on the stage as a comedian. Also treading the low-buskined stage, Mr. M. S. Mautner has Of late been at- tempting Shakespearean roles with fair success. has now passed on his who per- Mr. Hofstein flaming red hair tO his offspring sonally displayed this fact at the dinner. Mr. Oleck has given up active participa- tion in athletics in preference to the posi- tion of sports editor for the N1'Orld . Mr. Richard Present is a surprisingly big man in his community where he endeavors to lecture On his philosophical theory of life. Recently affiliated with the New York Symphony Orchestra, Mr. Joseph Robison has been leading a musical life. Ely Zimmerman and Co. are the Olhcial printers Of the Crimson and Gold, still issued in Harris. Mr. Howard 1YessOn has just returned from France where he made a tour teach- ing and exhibiting his fine fencing technique. 1Nall Street is the scene Of the business concerns of Messrs. Herbert Cohn and Seymour Goldgraben, Stock Brokers. Mr. Philip Zimet is still recuperating from attacks made on him in June, 1928, by his classmates. These were caused when it was learned that he was the author Of the knocks for the Seniors. DI U M Page 4 CCOntinued from page 21 YOu'd think he didn't know it wasnt Then there was Philip Goodman who claimed that the short story originated in S-cotland. But they had a good C. gl G. due to him, th at w as XVe term. Fellow named Arthur Berger in that class too. He was everywhere. used to tie Our shoe laces tight so he wou1dn't get inside our shoes. Then there was a little boy named Charles Ullmann who edited the Stadium. At least he a fellow named too. He used to all the time. And that was a class. thought so. There was Van Veen in that Class draw and get into trouble he had lots Of fun. Boy, X1'e were to the Class Of 1958 Senior dance. It cOuldn't compare with the one of -Tune, 1928, at the McAlpin. Man, then was the time we had fun. Almost forgot Our milennium. A milen- nium will be reached when any class does things as well and as much as that dear old June, '28 STEvEnORu . CCOntinued from page lj school. A person is considered a member of the school if he has flunked at least two subjects in the aforesaid institution. 2. Pulling of hair. murdering Of um- pires, etc., is to be punished by forced at- tendance at Townsend Harris Hall for not more than one year nor less than one month. 3. All challenges must be written On ice and handed to Santa Claus before the pub- lication Of this challenge. ADVERTISEMENTS FUELLESS MOTOR CORPORATION Automobiles - 11'ashing Machines Carpet Sweepers NO Gas NO Trouble 50 Lindy Square New York AERONAUTICA CAB COMPANY Stations at Every Corner 25C per Mile From Bronx tO Brooklyn in 10 Minutes! Page Forty-Jive