Waltham High School - Mirror Yearbook (Waltham, MA)

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K enjoyed themselves immensely, besides gaining a better knowledge of our study of civics. Wie also had the honor of shaking hands with His Excellency, Governor Douglas. XVe now choose our class motto which was, Quod facimus, bene facimus W, 4' YVhat we do, let us do well. VVe shall always endeavor to live up to this motto in the days and years to come. Our next thought was for our class photographer and after much discussion Mr. XVebster was chosen. Our last Senior social was held C35 a good number being present. Games were enjoyed and all had a good time generally. YVe all thought that its was too bad that Percy fell asleep and forgot the social. About this time Mr. Eaton announced that Miss Monica Hall would be our valedictorian which re- ceived the hearty approval of the class. Tasks were then assigned to the prophet and historian. Taintor Parkinson was chosen to be salutatorian but owing to illness he was unable to undertake the task, which was then awarded to Class President, Harold Eaton. VVe were all delighted to find that that Harry McElman was to be the poet of the class, and had written a fine class ode. And now since I have related to you this history ofthe class of 1905 at this banquet so kindly tendered to us by the class of '06, I would say that the record of our school life ends here, but the associations and friendships formed within these dear school walls will last forever in our memor- ies. YVe shall never forget the patient kindness of our beloved teachers, nor the bright and happy days spent in both the Old and the New High School. CLASS ODE 1905. HARRY MCELMAN I We are gathered here to-day At the parting of the way: Like a milestone clear, it marks Where Life's journey really starts. Here we sever friendships dear Which were formed from year to year: Teachers leave, who, day by day, Led the straight and narrow way. i II Let us, in this sterner life, Enter sturdily the strife. As upon the field we go, Aim to conquer every foe. Let our labors ever tend Toward some firm and steadfast end. If with rocks the way be strewn, Fame and name must thus be hewn. im All our actions we should guide By our motto, true and tried, And, whate'er we start to do, Do it well the whole way through. But, we pray thee, Father Time, In any land, 'neath any clime Grant success where'er we strive, To the Class of Nineteen-Five. 6

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On May 2, 1904 we held a class meeting to talk over the matter of tendering a banquet to the class of 1904 and to select a committee which was as follows: Howard Peterson, Bernice Jewett, Percy Chamberlin, George Kearsley and Harold Eaton. The banquet was held June 5th and its social success well repaid the commitee for its efforts. NVe listened with great interest to the history of the past, and the prophecy for the future, of the class of 1904. Those who did not dance, Percy entertained in her reception room, assisted by Jimmy McKenna. The weeks passed rapidly until graduation, and we saw with regret the class of 1904 leave us. So ended our Junior year. XVith joyous anticipation We returned to school in September to become dignified Seniors. As usual the C division girls rushed for the back seats, but owing to our small stature q?j we were obliged to take the front seats. The Seniors were to be under the charge of Miss XVilson this year, and this pleased us very much, and we hoped it pleased her. The class otlicers for the Senior year were chosen as follows: Harold Eaton, presidentg Bernice Jewett, vice president, Isla Pownall, secretary and treasurer. A very sad message was read to us on October 12, 190-1, by our Principal, Mr. Eaton, who stated that our beloved teacher Miss Josephine Boice died in Philadelphia on October 10, 1904. Miss Boice had been beloved by all who had had the good fortune to be in her classes, and her noble character and high ideals have left their impressions upon all of us, her pupils. As a school we lost a most loyal, faithful and etlicient teacher. As Seniors, Mr. Burke took a great interest in us which he clearly manifested at certain times. He developed a remarkable talent for lecturing which lasted only for school hours, at least in Percy's case it did. He was also very proud of his 'L familyw in I. C. division. NVe often wonder what he will do without us next year, we were such a quiet class. Miss Taylor could not make out the ages of some' of the English scholars, they seemed so young. They were especially fond of H bunnies , and often brought their pets to school. Cnr lirst Senior social was held in this Assembly Hall on October Sth. A large number was present, and a good time enjoyed by everyone. Poets now began to appear in our class, and of the boys William Moody, Jr., and Taintor Parkinson showed their superiority, and of the girls Harriet and Edith carried the laurels. In the civics and class, Chester and Sherman were proud to be Miss Williams, right-hand men, and were often seen in the library during recitation time, obtaining references for the class. The customary Senior dance was given the following Thanksgiving, and proved a success both socially and iinancially. During our Senior year Mr. Boyd organized a Girls, Glee Club of about twenty girls. The Glee Club have done excellent work, and have re- ceived the hearty appreciation and support of the school. Our Senior girls have been well repre- sented in this club. Raymond has made a marked success in his geometry class, both in school and after school. Anyone passing down Main or Moody streets about the first of March could see in every Window a poster announcing the Senior play, 'L His Last Chance , to be presented March Qd. As this was only the second play ever given under the school name we intended it should be a grand success, even more so than that of the class of '04, if possible. For months the members of the H cast had been attending rehearsals, under the direction of Mr. George Ward, our English instructor, Whose untiring efforts made the play a great success. The rehearsals were rather laughable at times because it was so hard for Ben to remember how to hold the baby, and to re- member to sing the lullaby loud enough, to say nothing of Harold trying to become accustomed to being a married man. The play was well represented, and received the hearty appreciation of the audience, which greatly encouraged the members of the cast. Some of the members of former classes were present and amused themselves by trying to annoy the cast, but they only succeeded in making themselves appear ridiculous. The play was a great iinancial success, the class clearing 35111.40 after having paid nearly 350 for the expenses. The proceeds of the play were given to athletics. The civics class took a trip to the State House under the charge of Mr. A. F. Burke, and 5

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