Williams High School - Messalonskee Ripple Yearbook (Oakland, ME)

Text from Pages 1 - 68 of the 1941 volume:

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Helms Authorized Dealer In Philco Radio and Tubes RADIO TUBEs Tasmin FREE Greeley 8: Getchell Oakland, Maine Compliments of RED AND WHITE FOOD STORE Michaud's Market Oakland, Maine 44-44-AifX:-A-,N,X,.X,.i,N,.AAA,f.-A..- x, ff ifxf- e+- -LA-v-Avy --v-4-v--L1-if .I Vol. xxxv June, 1941 Number 1 The Messalonskee Ripple Published by the Students of WILLIAMS HIGH SCHOOL Oakland, Maine TABLE OF CONTENTS DEDICATION ....,.,,,..........,.e........ EDITORIAL ..............,................,,,.....,...... SENIOR DEPARTMENT .......... LITERARY DEPARTMENT: Valedictory, Ronald Roy Saluitatory, Geraldine Bridges Honor Essay, Miriam Tobin The Blind Can See, Lucille McIntyre The Big Moment, Marion Wheeler THOUGHTS OF THE LYRE . MUSIC DEPARTMENT ...,,.....,,, LOCALS .......,,............,.............l...... ATHLETICS .,..,,... RIPLETS .,...,...... ALUMNI .,V......,........................,,... EXCHANGES .,ee.................................. SCHOOL DIRECTORY .,.....,,,. PRIZES AND HONORS ,,.......,,., .,... Prke 50 cents DEDICA TION We respectfully dedicate this issue of The Messalonskee Ripple fo Miss Florenee I. Harding who has been Il frue friend and loyal .szlperrisor for four years. '7!wf1'f Editor-in,-Chief .. Assistant Editor . . Business M nnuger .. First Assistant .. Second Assistant . . Literary Editor . . . l':.l'l7IlltIlgF Editor . . . Alumni Editor . . . Joke Editor . . Music Editor ..... . Boys' A thletic Editor . . Girls' A thtetir' Editor . . Art Editor ........ Senior Editors . . . Junior Editor .... Sophomore Editor . . Fresh ma n. Ed i to r .... Blue Triangle Editor . . firrfe . . AIARY CANNON ....... FRED Lfxuu . . 'l'nOMAs l,I.AlS'l'ElJ .. .YV1i.i.mM HARIJX' . . Roiiairi' COVOHLIN . . . . . NIARION Dl's'1'1N .. KQEIKALIJINE ISRIDGES . . . IAANVRENCE F1'i,LER . . . . .lvIlRlAM 'l'OmN . . .THELMA IiERl'lil'I . . ...RICHARD NORTON . . .l ll.EANOR VVEN'rwOn'rn ...............AR'rHi'R GllEICI.PIX' . . IDOROTHY HAwEs, IDONALD lb1AN'l'ER Al.lNIA CLARK . . ICLDRIDGE VVAi.1,Ac'E .. liicA1'Rlc'E I.i:ssARn .. I.lwiI.1.E luCIN'l'YRE H Editorial lil: M C Il COURTESY Courtesy is the outward manifestation of kindness within our hearts. We feel cour- tesyg we act manners. Every thoughtful deed is genuine courtesy demonstrated in a sincere and unaffected way. Courtesy is something we don't put on, as we often refer to manners, but a quality that we possess at all times, for any occasion, and in the presence of all types of individuals, f1'om the time we are old enough to realize the existence of other people besides our- selves. People in England tell us that we are ill-mannered, rude, and discourteous. If that is true, who is to blame, the youth of to- day or the parents? Where does this awareness of courtesy begin? The home is unquestionably the an- swer. Parents, through a spirit of sympathy, thoughtfulness and respect for the personali- ties of other family members, can teach courtesy to the growing child by putting into practice the old adage, Example is better than precept. Courtesy cannot be acquired in a day by reading 9 book from cover to cover. It must begin before the child attends school. He must learn the spirit and value of cooperation which is the basis of courtesy. A child can begin to have responsibilities when he begins to play with toys. He should be taught to put them in their places after he has finished playing with them. As he 8 THE KIIESSALCJNSKICIC lQll'l'l.lC grows older he should be given the responsi- bilities of assisting mother wipe the dishes or of filling the wood box. Having these responsibilities and others, will tend to aid the child in becoming' a useful and upright citizen. If youth enters manhood thinking that all he needs to satisfy is his own pleasure, he will soon find that his plans go to ruin when he begins to mingle with other people. He is not going to be well-mannered and courteous because he has been living for himself and has shared no responsibilities. Often a lack of courtesy is found in school. Students should be respectful to their teach- trs and school mates. They should be shown the importance of responsibility and cour- tesy which are two of the most important factors necessary in keeping a position in the business world. An ofhcial report concerning the tests for people applying for a driver's license, showed that the majority of licenses refused was because of the lack of courtesy while driving on the highway. The youth of today should do all in his power to help make life worth-while for the elderly and invalid people. He should be re- spectful and courteous to all in both word and action. Therefore, let us teach our children to become better citizens of the United States by being more courteous. Minn' FAN xox. 'il I-I.UiI.I1I Q'l'AI I lfirsl RIHNY-'-'Al'lllllI' Grm-Ivy. livin-va Wnllzu-c, G1'I'lll1lllll' Iiriflges. Elle-11 Ports-r. New-uml Row--Vu!livrinm- Hilbert. llorollny llawes, Miss l 1':lm-vs hll'lIllj'l'I' 1SIlUllS0l'P. ll2ll'V4X hVllt'1'll'I'. Rohm-rt t'oug:hlin. 5l:u'iun Dustin. .lumps Alonzilmn. Mrs. lilllh Wort lSlHIllSllI Mary l'nnnon. Bliflillll Tobin. IW XII 'NIURIANI N Q POICISI VX KlHJVS1+II A x H1-lc mn Mun . . 'L . T0 .I1. 'X '1, Lnirzn ny ALI, Tri: c' 1 I ' ' 'Nu 10 THE MESSALONSKFT' RIPPLE ROBERT BAILEY UB0bl! A good disporition ir the key that unlorkr the door to happiness. Student Association 1, 2, 4: Perfect Attendance Certitlcate 1: Chorus 1: Class Baseball 2: Varsity Baseball Letter 2: Freshman Reception Committee 2: .lunior Prize Speaking Committee 3: Property Manager Senior Play 4. THELMA BERUBE Berp1e Eat, drink, and be merry, for tomorrow we dict. Class Basketball 1, 2: Perfect Attendance Certiti- cate 1, 2: Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4, President 4: Blue Triangle 1, 2, 3, 4, Banquet Committee 2. Fair 2: Chorus 1, 2, 3. 4: Orchestra 1, 2. 3, 4: Operetta 1. 3: Ripple Board 1, 4: Freshman Reception Committee 2: Sophomore Prize Essay Contest tsecond prizey 2: Usher for Grade Operetta 2: Eastern Maine Music Festival 2, 3: Junior Prom Committee 3: Accompanist Boys' Glee Club 3, 41 Cheer Leader 4: Senior Play 4: General Chairman of Saint I'atrick's Dance 4: Student Association 4. GERALDINE BRIDGES nGeI,I,yn 'iOn with the dance. Let joy be uncoiifinedf' Class President 1, 2, 3: Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4: Glee Club 1, 2. 3, 4: Operetta 1, 3: Blue Triangle 1, 2, 3. 4, Banquet Committee 1, 2. 3, Fair 2, Hiking Letter 2: Student Association 2, 3, 4: Sophomore Prize Essay Contest tfirst prizel 2: Eastern Maine Music Festival 2, 3, 4: Perfect Attendance Certifi- cate 2: Junior Prom Committee 3: Junior Prize Speaking Contest tfirst prizej 3: Eagle Staff 3. 4, Typist 3, News Editor 4: Junior Order of Gregg Artists' Pin 3: Senior Order of Gregg Artists' Certificate 3: Complete Theory Certificate 3: 60- 80- and 100-word Transcripts 3: -Tlllllvl' Order of Artistic Typists 3: Senior Order of Artistic Typists 3: 40-word Typing Certificate 3: Typing Certificate 3: Student Council 4, Secre- tary 4: Senior Play 4: Exchange Editor of Ripple 4: Salutatorian 4. BEATRICE BROOKS HBeaU Herr s u girl purkrd with jokes and laugh.: And boy friend.r+.rhe's got rafts. Class Secretary 1, 2, 3. 4: Glee Club 1, 2, 3: Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4: Operetta 1: Student Association 1, 2. 3, 4: Perfect Attendance Certificate 1, 2: Blue Triangle 1. 2, Hiking Letter 2: Sophomore Prize Essay Contest 2: Eastern Maine Music Festival 2. 3: Class Editor of Ripple 2: Junior Prom Committee 3: Junior Order of Gregg Artists' Pin 3: Senior Order of Gregg Artists' Certificate 3: Complete Theory Certificate 3: 60- 80- and 100-Word Tran- scripts 3: Junior Order of Artistic Typists 3: Senior Order of Artistic Typists 3: 40-word Typing Certificate 3. THEODORE BROWN mlxeddyn It'.v better to bf' tall and see lotr than short and see little. Student Association 1, 2. 4: Perfect Attendance Certificate 1. 2: Freshman Reception Committee 2: Junior Prom Committee 3: Boys' Glee Club 4: Chorus 4. DONALD BULMER UDOHH Thr more T011 study the less you know, so 'why study? Student Council 2. THE MESSALONSKEE RIPPLE ll MARY CANNON Belle Thru: is no Jffflff to .vucccss but work. Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4: Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4: Operetta 2, Usher 3: Eastern Maine Music Festival 2, 3: Blue Triangle 1, 2, 3, 4, Banquet Committee 2, 1-liking' Letter 3, President 3, 4: Freshman Reception Committee 2: Class Treasurer 2, 3, 4: Student Association 2, 3, 4: Junior Prom Committee 3: Junior Order of Gregg Artists' Pln 3: Senior Order of Gregg Artisis' Certificate 3: 00-word Transcript 3: Junior Order of Artistic Typlsts 3: Senior Order of Artistic Typlsts 3: 40-word Typing Certificate 3: 50-word Typing Certificate 3: Eagle Staff 3, 4, Typist 3, Assistant Editor 4: State Student Council Meeting 3, 4: Student Council 4, Treasurer 4: Editor-in-Chief of Ripple 4. MARION DUSTIN uDuStyys Jolly, lively, full of fun, A youd friend and a true our. Class Basketball 1, Y4, Numerals 1: Varsity Basket- ball 1, 2. 3, 4, Letter 4: Student Association 1, 2, 3. 4: Student Council 1, 2, 4: Glrls' Glee Club l, 2, 3, 4: Orchestra 1, Letter 1: Chorus 1, 2. 3, 4: Operetta 1, 3: Blue Triangle 1, 2, 3, 4. Banquet Commiltee 1. 2, 3, Fair 2: Eastern Maine Music Festival 2, 3, 4: Eagle Staff 2, 3, 4, Exchange Editor 2, Assistant Editor 3, Editor 4: Perfect Attendance Certificate 2, 3, 4: Sophomore Prize Essay Contest 2: Freshman Reception Committee 2: .Iunior Prize Speaking Contest 3: Ripple Editor for Eagle 3: Junior Prom Committee 3: .lunior Order of Gregg Artists' Pin 3: Senior Order of Gregg Artists' Certificate 3: Complete Theory Certificate 3: 60- and 80-word Transcripts 3: .lunior Order of Artistic Typists Ccrtiticate 3: Senior Play 4: Literary Editor of Ripple 4: Address to I'lltlt'l'Kl'IlllIIIift'S 4. ROBERTA EDGAR HBobbyH Condon and courage lead lo honor. Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4. Pianist 3, 4: Blue Triangle 1, 2. 3, 4, Letter 1. 2. 3, 4, Fair 2. Banquet Committee 1. 2. 3: I'sher Graduation 1: Usher Senior Play 1: Orchestra 1, 2. 3, 4. Secretary 3, 4: Glee Club 2, 3. 4, Pianist 3. 4: Eastern Maine Music Festival 2, 3: Sophomore Prize Essay Contest 2: Fresh- man Reception Committee 2: Student Association 2. 3, 4: Junior Prom Committee 3: .lunlor Prize Speaking: 3: Operetta 3: Glee Club llanee Commit- tce 43 Senior Play 4. LAWRENCE FULLER a4Bumprx My heart is :rox to bc molded as .vhr plra.rr.s, Student Association 1. 2. 3. 4: Chorus 1. 2. 3. 4: Boys' Glee 2. 3. 4: Senior Play Cast 4: Alumni Editor of Ripple 4. WILLIAM HANSCOM uBinyn Bashfnlnr.rs is an ornament to youth but o reproach to old aye. Student Council 1: Student Association 1, 2. 3. 42 Varsity Basketball 1. 4, Letter 4: Freshman Re- ception Committee 2: Class Numerals 2: Junior Varsity Basketball 2. 3: Second Benjamin Mathe- matics Prize 3: Basehall 4. Letter 4. WILLIAM HARDY Bill Girls on' not my only fancy. Boys' Glee Club 1. 2. 4: Chorus 1. 2, 3. 4: Operetta 2: Student Association 2, 4: Junior Prom Com- mittee 3: Student Council 4: Senior Play Prompter 4: Maxzazine Campaign Captain -l: Presentation of Gifts -1. 12 THE MESSALONISKEI' RTPPLI' DOROTHY HAWES uD0t77 If you are rontrnt, you have enough on whirh to live comfortably. Student Association 1, 2. 3, 4: Basketball 1, 2. 3, 4: Class Basketball 1, Numerals 1: Varsity Basket- ball Letter 1. 2, 3. 4, Co-Captain 4: Blue Triangle 1. 2, 4, Vice-President 4: Glee Club 1.2. 3. 4. Vice-President 4: Operetta 1: Chorus 1.'2. 3. 4: Freshman Reception Committee 2: Eastern Maine Music Festival 2, 3: Junior Prom Committee 3: Perfect Attendance Certificate 3: Sports Editor of Eagle 4: Senior Class C0-Editor of Ripple 4. ROBERT KING llB0bH All problem: are simple after they are solved. Junior Varsity Basketball 1. 2: Baseball 1. 2: Boys' Glee Club 2: Sophomore Prize Speaking: Contest 2: Stage Manager Senior Play 4. FRED LADD Freddie Br not'nicroly good, but good for somvfl11'ng1. Student Association 1. 2, 3. 4: Jllllltll' Varsity Basketball '1: Boys' Glee Club 2: Sophomore Prize Speaking Contest 2: .1 unior Prom Committee 3: Class President -1: Senior Play 4: Assistant lalditor of Ripple 4. RACHEL LOTHROP acRuSty:r She does lim' best, her 'very Inuit And does it every day. Girls' Glee Club 1. 2. 3, 4: Orehestra 1. 2. 3. 4: Chorus 1. 2, 3. 4: Operetta 1, 3: l'sher for Senior Play 1: Eastern Maine Aiusic Festival 2. 3: Blue Triangle 2. 3, 4. Banquet Committee 2. 3. Fair 2, Hiking Letter 3, Press Reporter 4: Freshman Reception Committee 2: Student Assoeiation 3, 4: .lunior Prize Speaking Contest 3: .lunior Order of Gregg Artists' Pin 3: Senior Order of Gregg Artists' Certificate 3: Complete 'IYIICOYX Certificate 3: 60-word 'Transcript 3: Junior Order of Artistic 'l'ypists Certificate 3: Cheer Leader 4: School Scribe 4: Senior 'Play 4. DONALD MANTER ILDOH79 A Ford, my soul for a Ford. Student Association 1. 2. 3. 4: Class Baseball 1. 2. 3. 4: Varsity Baseball 2. 3. 4. Letter 4: Junior Varsity Basketball 2: Freshman Reception Committee 2: Student Council 3. 4, President 4: Second Vice-President of State Student Council 3: Chairman Junior Prom Committee: Junior Prize Speaking Contest 3: First Assistant Busi- ness Manager of Eagle 3: First Benjamin Mathe- matics Prize 3: Ripple Board 3. 4. Second Assist- ant Business Manager 3, Senior Class Co-Editor 4: Senior Play 4. LUCILLE McINTYRE Hskipi! True, kind, and good, all in one. Chorus 1. Z 3. 4: Blue Triangle 1. 2. 4. Banquet Committee 1. 2. Hiking Letter 1, 2. Fair 2. Execu- tive Couneil 4: Commencement Usher 2: Junior Order of Gregg Artists' l'in 3: Senior Order of Gregg Artists' Certificate 3: 60-word 'Franseript 3: Junior Order of Artistic Typists 3: Senior Order of Artistic 'Fypists 3: 40-word Typing Certificate 3: Junior Prom Committee 3: Student Association 4: Senior Play Usher 4: Ripple Board Editor of Blue Triangle 4. THE MESSALONSKEE RIPPLE 13 I CLIFFORD MITCHELL UCHHH Did you mention girls to mc? I know nothing of thrmf' l r4-slnnan Rn-v1-ption l'0lllllllll00 2: Usln-r Senior L Play 4. NANCY NEWELL UR,ed!7 l1'rha1'iur is a mirror ln 'wliirlz rzfrryonc shaun: his inruyrf' Nw-pin-ns Iligh S1-hool. Rulnforfl 1: lddwarfl Little- lligln Sm-hool, Auburn 2, 3: Blum- 'l'rlun1,:lv l'luh 4. Hllllllllvl L'llllllllllll'l' 4: Stllilvllt Association -l: Girls' Glu- Vluh 4: Vhorus 4: Varsity llaskolball 4, Lottvr 4. THOMAS PLAISTED 44T0mmyvv Yun run'I kccfv a youd man d01K'II.u Stlulvnl Assoviation 1. 2, 3. 4: Ulnss Haskvtlrall 1. 2: .lunior Varsity liaskvtball 2: Studi-nt Uoum-il 2: .lunior Prom f'0IlllIllltl'0 3: Class Marshal 3: Ripple- Board 3. 4. Class Editor 3. liuslne-ss Man' am-r 4: liusinvss Manage-r of Magazinv l'ampaign 4: liusini-ss Managor of Senior Play 4. ELLEN POTTER Ellen Rrady. willing. and ahIr. Vhorus I. 2. 3, 4: Girls' Glu-v Uluh 2. 3. 4: East:-rn Maini- Music' Fvstival 2. 3: Fre-shinan R1-1-option K'onnniItr-v 2: Um-rotta 3: Junior Prom Uonmillittoo- 3: Sluflvnt Assoc-lation 4: S1-nior Play Prop:-rty Manage-r 4: Eaglv Staff Hypistj 4: Ure-ln-stra 4: Librarian 4. ROLAND ROSIGNOL Rosignol It ix thr' 'wisz' hrarl that makrx Ihr .rfill tongue. llm-voration l'0lllllllff4'l' for Junior Prlzv Slmaking Von!!-st 3. RONALD ROY Ronnie Life ix too .short for aught bn! high cndra'z'or. Studi-nt Assor-iation 1. 2. 3. 4: Junior Varsity Baskotlxall 1. 2. 3, 4: Base-ball 1. 2. 4: Vhorus 1: Pvrfc-or Attvmlom-v Uvrtlflrratv 1. 3: l r1-shman Ro- c-option f'0lllYllllf1'1' 2: Junior Prlzv Spvaklng Fon- tvst iss-4-oml prizvl 3: Valm-dim-tory 4. 14 THE MESSALONSKIIII RIPPLE MARGARET SPILLER ilMarg!7 Better late than never. Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4, Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4, Student Association 1, 4, Blue Triangle 1, 2, 4, Class Basketball 1, 2, Perfect Attendance Certificate 1, 2, 3, Operetta 1, 3. MIRIAM TOBIN 'fmimif' A very imp of mischief in her glahref' Student Association 1, 2, 3, 4, Blue Triangle 1, 2, 3, 4, Hiking Letter 1, 2, 3. 4, Banquet Com- mittee 2, 3, 4, Executive Council 2, 3, Secretary- Trcasurer 3, Class Treasurer 1, Class Nunierals 1, Chorus 1, 2, 3, Chairman Stunt Committee Freshman Reception 2, Sophomore Prize Speak- ing Contest thonorable mentionj 2, Glee Club 2. 3, Eastern Maine Music Festival 2: Class Vice- President 2, 3, 43 Varsity Basketball 2, 3, 4, Letter 2, 3, 4, .lunior Prize Speaking Contest thonorable mcntionj 3, Operetta 3, Junior Prom Committee 3, Eagle Staff 4, Co-Captain of Basketball 4, Vice-President Student Council 4, Senior Play Cast 4, Joke Editor of Ripple 4, Honor Essay 4. MARIE VERKRUYSSE '-Marian: What I lark in stature, I make up in liaise. Class Basketball 1, 2, 3: Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4: Blue Triangle 1, 2. 3, 4, Banquet Committee 1, 2, 3, Hiking Letter 1, 2: Operetta 1, 3, Eastern Maine Music Festival 2, 3: Junior Prom Committee 3: Junior Prize Speaking Contest 3, Varsity Basket- ball 4, Letter 4. GENEVA WALLACE Genev True to her words, her work, her friends. Belgrade High School 1: WVaterville High School 2: .lunior Prize Speaking Contest tthird prize? 3: Junior Prom Committee 3: I'sher for Senior Play 4: Blue Triangle 4: Eagle Staff ttypistl 4: Student Association 4, Commencement Essayist 4. ELEANOR WENTWORTH D1mples I must laugh and dance and sing, youth is such a lovely thing. Chorus 1. 2. 3. 4: Blue Triangle 1, 2, 3, 4: Class Basketball 1, Glee Club 2, 3. 4: llsher Senior Play 2, 3: Eastern Maine Music Festival 2. 3: Operetta 3: Junior Prom Committee 3: Basketball Manager 4, Letter 4: Secretary-Treasurer of Girls' Glee Club 4: Student Council 4: Student Associa- tion 4: Girls' Sports Editor of Ripple 4: Presenta- tion of Gifts 4. HARVEY WHEELER UHarv!7 To spend too mach time in studying in sloth. Class Baseball 1. 2. 3, 4: Varsity Baseball Letter 2. 3. 4: Basketball 1. 2. 3. 4: Junior Varsity Basketball 1. 2, Class Numerals 2: Student As- sociation l, 2. 3. 4: Boys' Glee Club 2. 3, 43 Chorus 1. 2. 3. 4: Business Manager of Ooeretta 3: 50-word Typing Pin 3: Co-Captain of Basket- ball 4: Assistant Business Manager of Eagle 4, Senior Play 4. SENIOR SECRETS S 0 S Pl A In H 8 0 - Favorite Pastime -l Worst Habit N' k e A e Favorite Song , , r .. ,. , Latest Aocu ent . 1. R lgilnf ..B:fbvlmm Bashfuq My Honeymoon Bridge Broke Down 1'00l '5f 'nth me Llrh Had at-ss than eight people ACUHS 811111110 ' in i car T. Berube Berpie Sweet Sixteen Where Have You Been Billy Boy ? wg,'335:ff::igl ' 'wvm Hgilotlrlhvvalk to school 1 l1f1S111g Bill 1. Bridges --Gel-ry Trying They Go XVild Simply XVild Over Me Chewing gum Acted her age Sputtering I-2' Brooks .Beau We wonder Got to Get Some Shut Eye ' Flirting with B.l-'.IP. boy- Missed ,Long wheel Base.. Staying out late .' H' Has Anyone Seen My Cal 7 Soaring the girls , , .1 , Driving a car around a 'l- Brown teddy Guess ' In-me slim 5 corner on two wheels D Bulmer Don Adolescent Hemi-st ad on the Farm Passing notes Got caught at it Talking Nl' Cannon Belle Between 2 and 50 Absence Makes the Heart Grow Fender Riding in a 1937 Ford Forgot to S99 oscar Flirting M. Dustin Dusty Intelligent We're In the Army Now' Writing letters to Gib' Wasn-t busy Pretending to study nl Ed ar Bobby Just so Sing, Baby, Sing' Being with Wm went with som -ne W P211-HIQSS for pets ' g I ' besides Vern - B W' iVhat's This Thing Called Love ?' Settling other peop e s S t t k Teasing the girls L' 1' uuer ump me troubles for them a on a ac W Hanscom Billy Reserved You Must Have Been A Beautiful Baby Shooting for baskets Lm,kt.,1ata girl Mumbling W' Hardy --Bill Romantic How Can I Be Lonely ? Getting Thelma angry Didn't have a girl Whispering in classes ' near him D Hawes D t Determined There's A Sunny Side to Every Situation Playing basketball Sat alone on a basketball Fflrgvfting ' trip R King --Bob Capable I LDV YOU TI'U1i ' Reading lmitlm walk home with Being sleepy ' Barbara F L dd HF,-eddie Old enough to Miracles Never Cease Pestering the girls in Got rep,-im,md9t1 Trying to get a date ' a know better English class R Lothrop -Rusty' Intellectual One Summer Night tAt Ocean Parkl Writing poems Stayed out later than 10:00 Flirting with the boys D' Nlanter Don Growing Alvve Got a Pocket Fun of Dreams., ACHDS S9l'l0l1S Rode in a 'Thevie ' TlHk9l'lIlg 011 his F0111 L. iiklntyre Skip' Refined The Old Husking Bee Fli ting with Mr. Roy parked in a cemetery Biting her fingernails C' ,kitchen uplift-1 Sm, Single Life Is Good Enough for-Me Doing bookkeeping Caught a git-1 looking what is it Cliff? ' ' ' at him N N w ll I Red Graduated What Have You Got That Gets Me? Doing something she was quiet five minutes Writing letters in school ' 9 9 shouldn't T Plaisted Tommy Grown ull nys A l-10118, 110113 Trail Sllldylllg Didn't do his work well Being S9l'i0llS E' Potter --Euenn A may Faithful Forever Talking to Charlie Made a mistake in typing Has she any ? R' Rosignol ..R0Sign0lw Quiet I Ain't Got N0 Use for the VVomen Being quiet Made himself heard VVew nder R- Roy Ronnie Dignitied Will I Discover A Perfect Lover ? Being business like Didn't get 90 in a quiz Trying to use big words M' Spmer ..Marg-- Bored Swing High, Swing Low Getting new boy friends Got to school on time Acting bored NI. Tobin Mimi Just a kid ' You Are My Sunshine Dris ing a certain milk skipped school Fooling in school ' ' ' truck N1 vel-kruysse Marie That certain ago I Double Dare You Getting the teachers angry Forgot to talk back Being late for school V . 't t ll 0h! What'll We Do Next? I-'ooling with two Didn't take Robert home Acting childish G' Wallace Genev l e can e A freshman boys from school F Wentworth onimplesfv Uncertain You're the Cure for What Ails Me Dancing Got the right total in Having sudden outburst bookkeep' v -- 1- ' When I Visit Rome Roaming Missed a basket in Forgetting H' W heele' HH' Remed . basketball THE MESSALONSKEE Rll'l'l.E CLASS ALPHABET A is for adieu- This word we are saying Sadly but surely, It's Williams we're bidding. B is for Bailey, Robert by name. When he starts laughing, He's headed for fame. Our next B is Berube- We call her Burpe. When she's with Bill, Just listen to her chirp! Our next one-Miss Bridges- In all will excel. No matter what she does It's worth doing well. B is also for Brooks- In shorthand she's swell. To get one-hundred per minute I think she did well. We've just two more B's For Bulmer and Brown. When they get together, Watch them go to town! C is for Cannon We all think she's swell - But what Oscar thinks No one can tell. D is for Dustin- A great worker we know- Gib will never starve As long as she's on the go! E is for Edgar, A musician is she- As to fame in the future I'm sure it will be. F is for Fuller, Some call him Bump. When it comes to farming, He's right on the jump. G is for gumption - We seniors all have it. And, in all classes, Our expressions do show it. Our first H is Hanscom, We call him Bill. When he plays basketball, He'll always show skill. Our next H is Hardy, Another called Bill. The way that he dresses He looks fit to kill ! Next there's Dot Hawes, And she is a pard. When playing basketball, She is our best guard. I is for ideas- We're full of them. When the girls haven't any Just ask the men. J is for jealous, Which none of us are- Except once in a while When wishing' on stars. K is for King, The King of our class. But look for his Queen In the Junior Class! L is for Ladd- We call him Fred. When Barbara's around, Does his face turn red! L is also for Lothrop, Our read-headed Miss, A new boy in town She never does miss! M is for Manter, From Sidney comes he- He drives a Ford But not Model T. Our next M is McIntyre Who's an awful gyp. Where e'er you see Agnes, You'll alway find Skip, Another M is Mitchell- A studious lad- He's fat and jolly And never seems sad. THE MESSALONSKEE RIPPLE 17 Our one N is Newell, Nancy by name. The first of this year To Oakland she came. O is for orders Which our dear teachers give. We all obey them Each day that we live. P is for Plaisted, Tommy to us. He'll do what he can And never fuss. P is also for Potter, A sweet little lass. When it come's to typing, She's at the head of our class. Q is for queen fs! We girls are these. Our boys' motto? - We aim to please. R is for Roy and Rolsignol, Two bright lads are there. They're very good in French class For which they have a iiare. S is for Seniors, A jolly bunch. We're always faithful When it s time for lunch! S is also for Spiller- A Sidney lass- A very good alto Of our Senior class. Next comes Mim Tobin- Our basketball champ- When Paul's not here, Are her pillows damp! U is for united As all seniors are. In our bond of courage We're constant as a star. V is for Verkruysse, We call her Marie. She's a very good dancer- Suits us to a UT. W is for Wallace, A good typist is she. When Robert was in Florida, Alone she had to be! W is for Wentworth, Eleanor by name, An excellent dancer- Who's headed for fame. Our last one is Wheeler, Harv when he's home. We girls aren't his style, So he travels to Rome! X is for Xenophon- A most brilliant man, Why couldn't we Follow him in our plan? Y is for You, Undergraduates, I mean. Take after us, And be as we've been! Z is for zeal, Also for zest, Students who work Will always pass tests. Rlxcuirl. F. I.o'runoi-, 'H .....,0.....i. CLASS ODE CTO the tune of Don't Give Up the Ship J Now we've reached the crossroads, Each to go his way, Striving ever onward, Do your part with all your heart each day. There's no one to help you When the skies are gray. It's up to you lofty seniors Starting out on your lifes' journey This Commencement Day. Life is what you make itg Try hard to succeed. Though your course be stormy, Perseverance is all that you need. To those we leave behind us We bid a fond adieu, Teachers, classmates, undergraduates, You who've made our school days happy, Good-bye and good luck to you. NANCY NEWELL, '4-1 18 THR MESSALONSKTEE RlPI'l.l2 L ll il? E R K VALEDICTORY SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH IN DEMOCRACY During the past four years we have been concerned with intellectual, cultural and personal achievements while looking ahead to graduation from high school. Yet, it is with regret that we now say farewell to you, our schoolmates, parents and friends. Although we have encountered many prob- lems which to us were complex and difficult, we fully realize that henceforth our path- ways may be increasingly difiicult. We know not what the future holds in store for us but we are prepared to meet the challenge. We shall not break faith with you who have spent so much time and effort to train us. We have been taught to believe in demo- cratic ideals and will defend those principles to the best of our ability. Let me remind you however, that armed forces are not the greatest threat to a democracy. One great menace to our form of government is the lack of appreciation, on the part of the great masses of our people, of the wonderful opportunities we have, a lack of appreciation of the great sacrifices and achievements which have been made for them. I should like to have you consider with me the part which science plays in the preservation of a democracy. The spirit of 'scientific research has in- spired the highest ethical thought and action. It has increased the comforts of life, and added greatly to material welfare. The wonderful feats that science has given to humanity is little appreciated. It has developed so gradually that we do not stop to think of its influence on our environment. The great canals, the wonderful bridges and tunnels, the modern transportation and communication facilities, the beautiful cathedrals, the towering buildings, the re- markable strides in chemistry and physics-- all have been the work of science. Scientific research has knit this huge country from ocean to ocean and thousands of farms and factories owe their power to the discoveries of scientists. The story of science is a thrilling account of the efforts of men and women who have studied and labored that all of us might know more about ourselves and the world in which we live. It is the history of un- selfish struggle with intelligence matched against ignorance, a record of unending ex- ploration in the search for truth. Through science man has reached a re- liable knowledge of the properties of the world in which he finds himself, through applied science, or technique, he has suc- ceeded in making himself ever more inde- pendent of his environment. THE MIESSALONSKIZE RIPPLE 19 Science affects practical affairs and every- day life. Without it, modern cities would be impossibleg it transports people to and from their work, provides them with concentrated fuel in the shape of coal to heat their homes and run their factoriesg brings them refrigerated food from the countryside and even from distant countriesg gives them sanitation and pure water. Practical men now realize that the best method of getting an answer to a practical problem is to investigate it scientifically. As a consequence of this, the present period is a period of scientific research institutes. Such institutes exist for the study of chem- ist1'y, electricity, agriculture, aviation, coal- mining, fisheries, building problems, wool and cotton, refrigeration, steel, medicine, and countless subjects. Research experts show little fear that mankind is exhausting our irreplaceable raw materials. Take oil as an example, while it is a fact, that at the present rate of con- sumption oil for gasoline within the United States would be exhausted in about 30 years, there is enough oil in shale rock fat a some-- what higher cost of extractionj to last 3,000 years and there is coal enough for 2,000 years. The scientists are more optimistic than any other group in the country. They do not believe that civilization is perishing, that the Dark Ages are about to return. On the contrary, they think that mankind is on the threshold of a new and better existence. They feel, for example, that most wars at the present time are caused by the struggle for natural resources, many of which we already able to produce artificially in are the laboratory. The scientists believe firm- ly in democracy as the only way of life. To them the search for truth is of vital human importance, and they know that this is only possible when the winds of freedom blow. Science is a valuable soldier. In 1916 America had only 19 industrial research lab- oratories, but many priceless devices were developed in them. Today, with nearly 2,000 laboratories, a vast treasury of ingenious brains and intricate mechanism is already at work on our national defense. Newest in the aviation industry is the so-called plastic plane. Also in our labora- tories we are improving the supercharging of airplane engines to produce greater speed and power at greater altitudes. We have developed a searchlight so powerful that, in the beam of one of them, a newspaper was easily read in an airplane at a distance of 12 miles from the searchlight. If you wish to see where the research scientist is performing near-magic, turn your attention to the corncob. The labora- tory expert has brought the corncob right into the parlor in more ways than one. Such things as infiammable gas, book paper, fiber board, furniture, varnish, phonograph records, and a variety of household products are being made from the corncobs and stalks which used to decay in storehouses. All of these products now being made from corn waste didn't just happen. Each product has been the result of many hours of patient re- search and experimentation. Prominent economists have for many dec- ades, worried themselves over the unstable future of the American farmer. Who knows, perhaps his salvation lies in the factory. Perhaps the industrialist and the farmer may join hands to solve many an economic problem in the future. A generation hence the American farmer may find himself figuratively growing commercial products galore in his own fields-products that wili find their way into the parlors of our grand- children. Today America faces a critical period in the history of the world. Beyond the two oceans that wash our 'shores are men who scoff at democracy, jeer at the equality of and destroy pure cannot stand idly mankind, stifle religion, science. Men of science by while such things are taking place. It is the duty of science to protect democracy, for dictatorship means its destruction. Freedom of thought and of expression are of the essence of both science and democ- racy. Science thrives best where each man is given the opportunity to develop his own abilities. Democracy is the first line of de- fense against the stifiing of true research for the benefit of all mankind. Whenever 20 THE MESSALUNSKEE RIPPLE the life of democracy is at stake, science is in mortal danger. Here in the United States men of all races have contributed to the advance of science. Science and democracy know no color line. White, black and yellow men have changed the face of America through science. It knows no national boundaries. Science and democracy recognize the dig- nity of man. Democracy regards each scien- tific worker as a human being free to investi- gate whatever field of science he may choose. Science wants light, not darkness, science wants reason not passion. Science means to iight dictatorship and to strengthen democ- racy. Classmates, we are indeed fortunate to- night to be graduating from high school and to be living in a democracy in which the vote of every man has equal weight of judgment in the tribunals of election. During the past four years we have been taught freedom: the freedom of all men to breathe the open air, to work, to play, to think as we wish. We have been taught humanity, justice for the criminal, pity for the impoverished, sympathy for all unfor- tunates. Let us resolve tonight as we go forth to make our pathway in life, that we will guard with fidelity the principles and ideals which have been handed down to us as a heritage from our forefathers. When we are called to defend our democracy fmay we do so to the best of our abilityj. I would like to extend, with my class- mates, our appreciation and gratitude to the superintendent of schools, the school board, our principal, and our teachers for their patient and inspiring assistance dur- ing our school career. We are sincerely happy tonight that our parents can be pres- ent because we realize that this graduation assumes the greatest importance to them. They are always anxious for us to succeed and, it is through their sacrifices which they have so willingly made, that we are able to finish our high school career. Lastly, in behalf of my class and myself, I wish to thank the citizens of the Town of Oakland who have made our graduation possible. RoNA1.u Rox' SALUTATORY SOCIAL STUDIES What is democracy? There are numerous definitions of the term democracy. To me, however, democracy is a form of govern- ment which gives the opportunity for an individual to derive the greatest possible benefits to himself, with due regard for the rights and privileges of others. We are all aware of the opportunities which exist for individuals and we know that many people are striving for personal advancements. This is a worthy ambition and should be encour- aged. However, we should not neglect the other side of the picture. In this world of ours we have come to realize that our very existence is defiinitely related to our fellow citizens. Unless those with whom we come in contact have opportunities for freedom, health, and happiness, we cannot, as individ- FOR DEMOCRACY uals, expect to prosper. In other words we are dependent upon others for our well being and progress. The study of our problems as they are related to other people is spoken of as social studies, and by society, we mean the great masses of people who compose our popula- tion. When we 'speak of social control, we refer to the means and methods of control- ling the activities and conduct of the people of the country. In the few short years of my experiences I have observed many changes in human progress. Great strides have been made in scientific achievement. Great advances have been made in agriculture, industry, trans- portation and communication. As a result THE MIESSALONSKEE RIPPLE 21 of these changes our world has become more complex. New problems of social control confront us. Problems of taxation, conser- vation, protection, and regulation grow with increased population and increased activity of the masses. New and more difficult prob- lems of crime, delinquency and health come before us constantly. In such a dynamic civilization, education has become increasingly important as an agency of social control and as a means of social progress. In fact, the school with its ever increasing social studies may well be considered the bulwark of civilization and preservation of a democarcy. Social problems have been compared to boulders in the stream of social change. The changing character of civilization makes social problems continuously, for one prob- lem is succeeded by another, or by a diflierent aspect of the same problem. The solution of social problems, therefore, is as temporary as it is difficult. For the maintenance of social control and for the achievement of social progress study and solution are con- tinually necessary. One of the greatest challenges to our great democracy is the ever increasing problem of crime and delinquency. Crime is probably more expensive than the entire cost of government, at least during normal times. The causes of crime, like those of poverty, are found in the physical environment, in the economic environment, in the social en- vironment and in defects of government and education. Therefore the efforts of society should be directed toward the prevention of crime through improving the environmental conditions, and through developing good citizenship qualities in the youth of the land. Two methods are usually employed in the solution of social problems. One is to make a study of the causes of social failure and the other is to sympathize and keep those who suffer from social troubles. Poverty and crime can be used to show this contrast. Preachers of religion and teachers of morality have emphasized for- giveness and charity, which, like the quality of mercy blesses him who gives as well as him who receives. A cold scientific attitude, however, regards poverty and crime as social diseases to be studied with care and to be treated without sentiment. Just as yellow fever and typhoid fever have been reduced by increasing knowledge of causes and car- riers of these diseases and by increased con- trol over conditions favorable to their devel- opment, so poverty and crime can be reduced by a similar study of, and a similar effective attack on, causes, carriers, and contributing conditions. A physician, for example, must continue to treat his patients with the greatest skill at his command and with the best informa- tion available, while a research student con- tinues his experimentation and investiga- tion, as a result of which, the physician's scientific knowledge may be increased and improved. Similarly, practical social workers must care for the dependents and delin- quents in their charge while students in sociology continue their research into the causes of dependency and delinquency. But care without cure and the betterment of distress without the study and elimination of its causes would be like hailing out a boat without repairing the leak through which the water continues to run. We cannot solve our 'social problems with- out more social intelligence and the surest way to secure these ends, is to have more social and political education in our schools. We live in a social world more than in a world of material objects, where our chief adjustments must be made to men and to institutions, not to things. We can no longer trust common sense to adjust the individual to this world of human relationship, for our civilization has become such a complex system of relationship that no one can play his part in it well without a very considerable amount of general and specific social information. Therefore, the study of the relationship of men to one another must be the essential element in a system of education. Such studies as history, government, economics, ethics, and sociology must occupy a larger place in the education of the future if we are to secure a humanity 22 THE MESSALONSKEE RIPPLE adjusted to the requirements of its existence. Many new experiments are being tried throughout our civilization, which depend for their success, upon a general diffusion of social intelligence. Democracy is such an experiment. The attempt to establish democ- racy without providing adequate social and political education for the mass of citizens must result in disaster. If we want democ- racy to succeed, we must educate for democ- racy. It is treason to our democratic in- stitutions to send forth from our schools young men and women who know little or nothing of the responsibilites, duties, and privileges of citizens in a democracy and of the social conditions and ideals which are necessary for the success of a democratic society. Only through socialized and political study can the highest caliber of citizenship be attained. The social sciences, aiming at the control of social conditions and of social progress, necessarily emphasize the higher life of man, and they therefore set before us the goal, not of material achievement or individual success, but of the service of mankind. If an intelligent public opinion is to be developed, if custom, law, and other social controls are to serve a useful purpose and promote civilization rather than retard it, a constructive social education program must be created. Education as a method of influencing and stimulating individual think- ing is the only hope of a democracy. CQERALDINE ISRIDGI-IS HONOR ESSAY PRESERVATION OF DEMOCRACY THROUGH WISE USE OF LEISURE TIME Leisure is time free from work or employ- ment. It is the spare time in which we people in a democracy can do as we wish, and say what we think. It is a spiritual state-a mood of freedom and joyousness. Our leisure time is taken up in many different ways. Sports, hobbies, reading-- all occupy a place in our daily life. Practi- cally everybody in our democracy has some free time which he spends on his favorite recreation. Many people everyday are in- dulging in sports and other activities. Some have too much free time on their hands. These are the ones who get into difficulties and tend to lower the morale of a democ- racy. If the people who cause trouble, were to live in a dictator-governed state, they would appreciate the great amount of leisure time they receive in our democracy. In a dictator-state one is told how to use his time-all of it. He is under the direct rule of one man. He is given certain litera- ture pertaining to the government and re- quired to read it. On the other hand, many books are restricted, and if discovered read- ing banned books, he receives a severe punishment. Every German youth, who is physically fit, is required to take military training at a very early age. If he isn't in good physical condition, he is assigned to another branch of work that will benefit Germany's pro- gram. No youth is left without 'some task for the government. Freedom of the press is one of the great privileges we have in America. Nearly everything comes from the American presses to help people occupy themselves with read- ing for entertainment and for educational purposes. One enormous and costly thing, which is an obstacle to us, is the large number of criminals we have in our country. These result from the unwise use of leisure time. Most criminals in our prisons today are those who never had a hobby, never indulged in sports, or have done anything to keep themselves occupied. THE MESSALONSKEE Rl PPLIE 23 Crime alone costs more a year than it does to run our government for the same length of time. This amount exceeds greatly the cost of public education in the United States. The cost of crime is measured not alone in terms of money, but also in terms of wasted lives, broken homes, and increased human misery. Today many organizations are formed for the purpose of occupying young men and women so that they will help to better our democracy. A very good example of this is the Boys' and Girls' Scouts of America. Young people occupied in great organiza- tions such as these are not very likely to find time to get into difficulties which cost our government money. Among the numerous ways that both young and old can spend their leisure is arts. Men have always spent much of their time creating beautiful things and beautiful experiences. Increasingly our people are turning in their leisure to various forms of arts and crafts. Thousands of people, who have played a musical instrument in their spare time, have made good use of their knowledge and now are earning large sums of money each week. Another form of spending your leisure is being interested in some hobby. Throughout the United States millions are pursuing hobbies. Stamp collecting is probably the favorite. Thousands collect old coins, rare books, prints and other things of value. Gar- dening and the raising of dogs and birds are popular hobbies. Any of the arts, persistently followed for fun, may be considered a hobby. Young and old, rich and poor, are num- bered among hobbiests. Hobby clubs are now very common. The hobbiest never lacks for something to do. One of the greatest form of leisure is sports. Active participation in sports is one of the best forms of recreation. High schools and colleges, which not long ago were con- tent to have a small number of highly trained athletes, now seek to have all their students participate. Athletics have become a highly organized form of modern amusement. Professional baseball attracts enormous crowds and col- lege football teams play before large throngs. During the 1920's the million dollar gate in professional boxing made its appear- ance, and today, millions witness boxing exhibitions every year. Despite the charge that many people limit their recreation to those in which they can be spectators, there is evidence that in- creasing numbers are participating actively in golf, tennis, swimming, hunting, fishing, music, and dramatics. school programs and equipment Modern reflect the new interest in recreation. Pupils today are offered unusual opportunities to engage in athletics and in worthwhile rec- reational activities. The athletic program in our schools has been attacked by some critics on the ground that they are over-empha- sized. While this may be true in some schools and colleges, and while over-emphasis does create a danger, nevertheless there are many advantages to be gained from participation in athletics. Active participation in sports builds up the body, and, if properly directed, builds character as well. It promotes sports- manship and develops such qualities as alertness, self-control, co-operation and courage. Unfortunately, not all schools are equipped to afford training for leisure-time activities. Furthermore, many educators are not yet fully convinced that the school is the proper place for teaching the future citizens how to enjoy leisure that will someday be his. Today travel is another way of spending leisure time. Every year millions visit our beautiful national parks. The automobile has enabled thousands to take advantage of recreational facilities, 'such as parks, play- grounds, camp sites, and bathing beaches. Motion pictures and radio have helped thousands to occupy their leisure time. The benefits of these two great inventions will be in direct proportion to the quality of en- tertaiment which they offer. 24 THE MESSALONSKEE RIPPLE The moving picture, especially, can be a powerful influence for good or evil. It is estimated that a hundred million people at- tend moving picture theatres each week. Many of these are young persons whose tastes are unformed and who are especially sensitive to the harmful influences of infe- rior offerings. Much of the juvenile crime some years ago was traceable to the wrong type of moving pictures. The marked decrease in the length of the working day has notably increased the amount of leisure in our modern world. Formerly leisure was the prerogative of the few. Now it is available for large numbers of our people. The increase in leisure time is important because it affords an opportunity to secure release from the stresses and strains of our highly industrialized, competitive society. Increased leisure provides an opportunity to engage in recreational activities which give a new meaning to life. However, far too many people do not know how to use their leisure to the best advantage. To many, leisure means idleness, and idleness may lead to demoralization. Therefore leisure is a challenge to our democracy. The value of leisure to democracy in the future will depend upon the uses which are made of it today. MIRI.4M Tomx The Blind Can See There was a terrible crash, like a thunder storm, stars filled Dale's head, his whole body pained. Would it never stop? Then silence. Now one could hear the clang of a hurrying ambulance. After what seemed centuries to the on-lookers, they could see hurrying white clad figures. Then the slam- ming of a door, and once again the clang of a hurrying ambulance. To those on-lookers another victim, whose fault was it, how did it happen, would he die? Those were the questions left in their minds. But one would get quite another picture if they were to follow the ambulance, as it hurried the ten miles to the local hospital. A young man of probably twenty-three, with dark curly hair, lay on a white stretch- er, a deep gash over one eye, a face as pale as death itself. He lay still never uttering a sound. As the doctors sat there they all wondered if he would live. At last they were entering the hospital driveway. He was hurried to surgery. Finally, his head and eyes bandaged, he was taken to his per- manent room, where he was to stay. During the day the hospital staff learned from one source or another that the young man was Dale Sawyer, one of the most promising young lawyers in their commu- nity. He was a bachelor, and owned his own home where he lived with a friend who acted as companion. PF S 111 Pk The members of the staff dreaded the day when this sunny, lovable, young man must leave. To the tired nurses he was as good as sleep, to the discouraged a comfort. Even when he himself was in pain he always had a word of cheer for someone else. The day had arrived, the bandages were removed. The doctors' faces had shown worry and now relief. Will some one please turn on the lights. I'd like to see, said Dale. The expression of relief changed from the doctors' faces. They looked from one to the other, they had failed, Dale would never see again. Back in his own home, with his faithful friend, Dale found his way around to some extent, but life was not worth living. His beloved law books were on the 'shelf where they must stay for always. His office had been rented to some other lawyer. He had nothing left but memories. THE MESSALONSKEE RIPPLE 25 Because of this reaction, he was irritable: no longer did people call because of the way they were greeted. He felt like a show piece which everyone felt they must see. He hated pity, and he knew they must pity him. But one friend did not fail him. Jim, his faithful companion, still stayed, hoping that he, in some way, might again make Dale the loving friend he had once been. What kind of a day is it? asked Dale. It's lovely, the sun is shining the skies are blue. The flowers .... But Dale was no longer listening, he was thinking of the day he had gone for that last fateful ride. It was a day such as Jim was describing, the sun shone like a big bowl of gold, the sky had dressed in her prettiest blue, trimmed with fiuify white clouds, just for him. The flowers . . . oh yes, there were flowers, scads of them, all colors and descriptions. Slowly his mind came back .... The daffodils are up now you know, Jim went on, but some how he knew Dale was not listening to him, Do you think you can picture it? Yes, oh yes, very well, replied Dale, please leave me alone for a little while. As Jim left the room, he suddenly thought of a plan, it might work. Little Amy Miller next door was also blind. She was always very cheerful and loveable, if Dale could see how cheerful she was. Well it wouldn't do any harm to try. Dale laid his hand caressingly on the thick impressive looking law books. This was his only life, he had nothing to live for now that it was gone. Why must a person go on living when there was nothing left for them ? He heard the door open. Jim must have stepped out for a moment. His thought returned to his law, then again the sound of a door interrupted. Jim placed his hand over Amy's lips to silence her, as they tiptoed down the hall to Dale's study. When they reached the door Amy lifted her chubby arms and softly opened the door, then stepped inside. As the door closed Jim whispered a silent prayer, if Amy failed this was the end, but she wouldn't, she couldn't. I really want to be alone, Jim. I'm not Jim, said Amy in a small fright- ened voice. Why have you come here? You're Amy Miller, the little blind girl, aren't you? asked Dale. Pm not blind, Mr. Sawyer, why you should know that. If you're lonely why don't you play with me. I'll play I'm a Princess just like the ones in my story book mother reads. If you want to you can be my Prince Charming, explained Amy. Back and forth, back and forth, what was going on, why hadn't Amy come out, what was happening. Sweat was pouring from Jim's forehead, his hands were clasped behind his back. Then after what seemed years, the door slowly opened and from in- side Jim could hear laughter, and through the door came Cinderella and her Prince Charming, laughing and smiling together. Amy now pays a regular visit to the Saw- yer garden. Dale is once more the old friend Jim knew. Most remarkable of all, Dale last week, with his friend's help, and his wide knowledge of law, won a case in court for an old client, who had faith in him. But regardless of his business Prince Charming can always find time to visit with Cinderella. Dale cannot see how he could have been unhappy with so much to be thankful for, and no matter how blind he may be, he can see. Lucius McIN'rYnE, '4-1 26 THE MESSALONSKEE RIPPLE The Big In all da year I been here I neva see no boy lika dat o' mine. Da trouble ees dat you talka too much, Guiseppe, 'e weel coma homa een time. 'Ave you see da meesin' person policaman? I see dem to-day, Therese, but Guiseppe, 'e gotta t'ave da cash 'fore dat 'Merican weel looka for our Tony. It had been two years since the Rossini family had arrived at Ellis Island from Italy. The small restaurant bearing the large but insignificant sign Italian Sand- wich Shop had shown no future for Tony, the youngest of the eleven children of the Rossini family. He had been chosen from the entire eleven to make his home in America with his parents, and he had had no use for the beeg 'Mericans as his father called them. Six months now, Tony had been gone. During this time, his harassed father had imagined him in hundreds of predicaments. He could not understand why his son, so in- tersted in his music, should leave an excel- lent teacher like Mr. Scioletti. Mia poor Guiseppe, you wooree you head too ofteen. Da people dey talka 'bout nota seein' you at da restr'ant. It was true. Since Guiseppe had been here in the Ufreea country he had lost weight, and his hair, once in curly rings, had dis- nothing was left but a ring appeared and around his head taking the shape of a horse shoe. Da posta man, ees he come yet, Therese ? Mr. Rossini asked of his wife. She came into the room bringing a large envelope. Dis musta be a beel, she replied. No- body send us a letter lika dat if dey don'ta wanta da cash. She gave the letter to her husband. He opened it with tears in his eyes. It say 'Metro-poli-ton o-per-a . . . Satur- day after-noon'. Youa read better dan I doa. He handed it back to his wife. Moment It mean dat we go to da opera Saturday afternoon. It taka de mon to go to such a place. Not eef we 'ave dees teeckets, his wife answered proudly. Alla my life I 'ave wanted to go to da opera in da beeg city. She knew that if her husband thought she really wanted to go he would go and that it would take his mind off his son for a little while at least. Neither she nor her husband could understand where the tickets had come from. They had no 1'elatives here in this country and they knew no one except a few Italians who attended the same church that they did. Immediately, however, Mrs. Rossini set about unpacking their best clothes that hadn't been worn since Mr. Ros'sini's sister had been married. The day of the opera finally arrived. Mr. and Mrs. Rossini looked fifteen years younger as they climbed the steps of the Metropolitan Opera House and took their seats. Mia Tony woulda 'ave lika to bee here dis afternoon, exclaimed his father. Stopa da worryin', Guiseppe. His wife tried to console him but all in vain. He continued to worry throughout the entire performance. After the opera was over and they were ready to leave, a man came to them and excitedly exclaimed, There's a man who wishes to see you back stage. We don'ta know nobody backa da stage, meesta, answered Mrs. Rossini. I will bring the man here then. He said it was quite urgent. We waita here, promised Mrs. Rossini. Soon they saw two men hurriedly ap- proaching them. The first one was the man who had come before and the other one . . . Tony! they both exclaimed. NIARIUN wvHllEI.lIR, '42 CARELESS THE MESSALUNSKEE Rll'l'l.li 27 Characters: Mrs. Agnes Tyler Mr. Henry Tyler Sylvia, their daughter Joan Joyce Scene: The living room of Tyler's home. Time: Evening. Mr. and Mrs. Tyler are going to the show and are leaving thirteen year old Sylvia alone. This is the first time she has ever been left alone in the evening. CURTAIN Agnes: Your father and I are going to a show tonight, Sylvia. You don't mind staying alone, do you? Sylvia: fOver-confidentlyl of course not, mother. I've stayed alone a lot of nights. Agnes: fStearnlyJ Sylvia . . .! Sylvia: Well-of course you've always callefl Aunt Janet over, but she's not much company. Henry: fEnters stage, tying necktiej Come on, aren't you about ready? 1Looks in- mirror at R. CJ You women are always so slow when it comes to going anywhere. Agnes: CPuts on hat and coat and stands in doorway waiting for Henryj Well . . . I'm ready. lIenry: fLooks up, sees her readyj Huh? fGrabs suit coat and starts to put it on.5 Agnes: Don't you think you'd better wear your vest, dear? I think you would look better. Henry: fMoansJ Oh-h .... I'll get it. It's in the bedroom. 1Dashes out as Agnes tries to tell him somethingj Agnes: Wait, Henry, its in the closet here. Oh, dear, I wish he would listen to me just once. Sylvia: Daddy has an awful time to get ready to go out, doe'sn't he, mother? 1Laughs lightly to herself, covers mouth with hands.j Henry: fDashes in panting. Exclaims help- lesslyj I can't find it. Sylvia: Daddy, mother tried to tell you it was here in the closet. fGoes to closet and gets coat Henry Agnes YOU, Henry Agnes Henry see it. Henry puts it on, then his suit and overcoat.J There, now are you ready, dear? I've been waiting five minutes for now. Oh .... Well, let's go. Have you got the tickets? What tickets? Oh .... Let me . . . fSearches through pockets. Finds them in the last pocket.J Here they are. Agnes: You better give them to me before you lose them. fTakes tickets, puts them in her purse, and they leave.J Agnes: Good night, Sylvia. Henry: Good night, Sylvia. Sylvia: Good night. fShe sits down in a chair and starts to read a book. Sits there by the window for a few minutes. Then she hears something right outside: she starts from her chair, looks out the window and sees a face looking into her's. She jumps back and screamsj Eeeeekkkkkk. fThen there is silence again. She gets up and turns on some more lights. There is a knock at the hall doorj Who is there? fShe hears some giggling and goes to the door to find two of her friends, Joan and Joyce.J Joyce: We scared you, didn't we, Sylvia? Sylvia: I'll say you did. I'm all jitters, now. I'm glad you came over. Daddy and moth- er have gone to a show tonight. Joan: Lets play Chinese Checkers, then. I won the other day. Sylvia: 1 ll say you did. I'm afraid you'll win now. Do you want to play, Joyce? Joyce: Sure. I'd love to. fThey set up table and start playingj Sylvia: I hope nobody else tries to scare me tonight. I locked the hall door so that no one can get in. Joan' We didn't mean to frighten you so badly, Sylvia. ti -9 -nr--gr 28 THE MESSALONSKEE RIPPLE Joyce: No, we didn't know this was the first time you had ever stayed alone. Where is your aunt? Sylvia: She had to go to a meeting of some kind tonight. 1The front door bell ringsj Now who can that be? We'll turn off the lights and creep into the hall and see who it is. fThey turn lights off and creep into hallj My goodness, what are you doing home this early? Didn't you go to the show? fShe says this backstage. They all enter as she says this.J Henry, Agnes: QRather ashamedb The show isn't until next week! MUUAM Toms, '41 IN A LAND THAT'S FREE Spring is the best time of the year Full of new hopes and good cheer. Truly, it makes one longer-lived To know he always will abide- In a land that's free. Summer, also, will see you through, Far, far away from your waterloo. The bubbling brooks are running free All as perfect as can be- In a land that's free. ln autumn time-like the 'spring- The world is changing, everything- Even the leaves upon the trees, Even the birds who fly at ease- In a land that's free. In the winter with snow on the ground All the children are playing 'round- With sleds and skiis in snow drifts high Never thinking what might be nigh- In a land that's free. While over in Japan and Germany Little children are never free. Even the parents who have to fight Thousands are killed every night- In lands across the sea. Free country,free speech,free press, and such We have them all and don't think much About not daring to speak a word Fearing a dictator might have heard- In a land that's free. Rixcurzl. F. IIOTIIRUP, '41 Thoughts arf- t of the lLyre AN ORAL BOOK REPORT I stand on one foot, Then on the other. My face gets red, And I begin to stutter. My voice trembles- I look at the Hoor, Then someone Walks by the door. I forget the name of the book, I forget the name of the author, And before I'm through, I wish I'd taken another. If anyone should ask me, I'd quickly retort, I can not and I will not Give an oral book report. MARION W'111cm.l1:R, '42 ANTS In front of my house I found One day I a little mound. Millions of ants were crawling 'round, Without making a bit of sound. They're so busy all through the day . . . It seems as if they mean to say, Why don't you get busy and think of a way Of doing some work instead of just play? Ants are such bothersome pests . . They climb over all in sight. When they run from their nest, I'm powerless to fight. THE MESSALONSKEE RIPPLE 29 Though they are such little creatures, That's no reason why They haven't the right to live, As long as you or I. FRANCIS BmI.I.Ann, L3 5 -.oil MAINE Oh most wonderful state of Maine! The state and land of vacation, Your rock-bound-coast and country lane . . . The pride and joy of our nation. Oh most beautiful state of Maine! Your lakes and woodland streams On which Cwhen it doesn't rainl The beautiful sunset beams. RONALD HANllI.PIi', '43 .llo-l DAYDREAMS Sometimes I sit by myself all alone And wish I could be a queen high on a throne To rule the sun, the moon, and the stars, The tidal waves, and the volcano's jars, To be the mistress of nature so fair, To be the goddess of beauty that's rare. But then I lean back and think once more What a weary life I'd have in store. lh:'r'rY IlIN'l', '42 l.....0 NAMELESS 'Twas very dark and quiet Upon this eve of May, They were alone in darkness Now list' to what I say: Upon the couch this evening . . fl know just where they satj Alone and very quiet . . . My brother and his cat! R. I.0'runoP, '41 il.0 DEMOCRACY We've just begun a task immense, To organize for our defense. It makes no difference where you stay, Just get behind the U. S. A. Although the future is not bright, We have only begun to fight. With ships and guns we'll sail the seas To help defend Democracy. Now is the time-before too late, To turn the tide-at the earliest date. As Americans, we have a trait Of lighting the Dictators whom we hate. We who see the Red, White and Blue, I know, will always be true, And we will, if we have to, Fight for Democracy-as others do. IIOBI-Ill'l' Col'uur.i N, '12 -- 0 -... THE MOUSE A little furry creature crawls From his home between the walls. He comes out through his little door About the size a bit could bore. He steals up to a loaf of bread And gnaws its wrappers into shreds. Then this curious furry soul Starts back to its little hole. He stops and scents the fragrant air And smells the odor of cheese so rare. Finding the delicious odor everywhere, He finally traces it to the attic stair. Finding the cheese ion a trap it was placcdl So blindly up to his death he paced. He grabbed a bite of the much wanted thing, fcheesej And up 'round his neck clamped the mouse trap ring! Conclusion Don't jump into things too quickly, he learned, Even for things all your life you've yearned. As the saying goes look before you leap, And you will longer your happiness keep. Ronmrr B1.Ax1A:, '4-3 30 THE MESSALONSKEE RIPPLIZ REMINISCING Once in a lonely cottage near the sea, There lived a lonely fisherman-and me. The waves would crash on the beach at night While the wild geese lamented their weary flight. When morning came, the scene t would change. A ship would pass, blown off its range By the wind the night before, While high in the sky the gulls would soa1'. The cottage is gone, the iisherman, too. I go there sometimes where the Wild wind blew, And stand by his humble grave for prayer Happy that he's in a land so fair. N1211. COLLAR, '4-3 ,T..-0,1.i DAYS When days are dark and dreary, Nothing is too cheery For most of us. When days are bright and sunny, Everything is funny For some of us. Now that we've taken both days- Know the feeling both ways-- It's clear to us- That life is none too happy, Sometimes not too snappy For any of us. AGNES LEATIIERS, '42 NINETY FOURS Years ago in the ninety fours, When hearts were kind as never before, That was the time when things got done- Now 'tis said they were only begun. When the fiery sun sank from their sight, And clothed the land in a pale pink light, People stopped work and said, Amen Another day has come to an end. Though some of them went out at night, By eight o'clock they came back all right. Those were the days that now are o'er- I wish I'd lived in the ninety fours. FRED IlADD, '41 . .0., THE BIBLE I have a book that's dear to me. Its stories all are true, And one should read it every day Until he's read it through. It tells how Jesus made the world Each day until the last, And how he rested without work Until the seventh was past. It tells us then how Jonah Was swallowed by the whale, And Daniel in the lion's den- But Jesus did not fail. This book that is so dear to me, No doubt you know it too. But if you don't, I hope you'l1 strive To read it till you do. LILLIAN F1vLu:n, '42 32 THE MICSS-Xl.ONSKlfl'2 Rll'l'l.li 1-nrvii'i-i1-- A-- -am:g:-----n.4n-- --sv w -,,.-,,,----LA-gl if an URt'IIl4lS'l'1iA First Row-V-Virgrinizl Ilotlirop. 'l'In-lnlzl llaislu-ll. M1-rlon 1l'Nm-ul. l'lllL1'l'lll' SlllI'll'Ylllll. N4-il f'Hll!ll'. S1-volnl llnwfflh-l'1ll4-5' lfitvll. l:1llil'l'l2l l'lllg'Jll'. ill0llllil 'llll1IlNUll. llivllzlril Norton. llllilriflgv XVull:Im-4-. Yii inix lm n loin on t : ' val . I 'l Wat s. lhllnl how lhllllillll llurfl. Ilnvlu-l Lnllirolx. Miss Music has played an important role in the school curriculum this year. We owe much of our success to Miss Ethel Brown, music supervisor of the Oakland schools. The orchestra has accomplished a great deal of work. It consists of fifteen mem- bers, two, of Which, are eighth graders. The ofiicers of the orchestra are: president, Rich- urd Norton, vice-president, Neil Collarg sec- retary-treasurer, Roberta Edgar, and libra- rian, Ellen Potter. The members are: First Trumpet, Richard Norton Second Trumpets, Virginia Cowan, l'lllll'l llrnwn 1lli1'1-1'Inl'i. lfllln-ll l'ullvI', Gordon Watts, Eldridge Wallace Saxophone, Glenna Johnson Clarinets, Roberta Edgar, William Hurd First Violins, Neil Collar, Eugene Sturtevant Second Violins, Thelma Haskell. Virginia Lothrop, Bernley Fitch Drums, Merlon O'Neal Pianists, Ellen Potter, Rachel Lothrop The orchestra plays at prize speaking contests, class plays, the baccalaureate ser- mon, and graduation. The one event that should be remembered by all is the time THE MIQSSALONSKIQIQ Rll'l'l,Ii 33 they entertained the Universalist Men's Club. Two other organizations which are useful to thc school are the Boys' and Girls' Glee Clubs. The Girls' Glee Club includes thirty- iive members while the Boys' Glee Club has a much smaller group, consisting of sixteen members. The oflicers of the Girls' Glee Club are: president, Thelma Berubeg vice-president, Dorothy Hawesg secretary-treasurer, Elea- nor Wentworth: librarian, Mary Manson. The Glee Club sponsored a semi-formal dance in March. It was held in the gym- nasium. The gym was decorated so as to give a St. Patrick's effect. This year the Girls' Glee Club will at- tend the Eastern Maine Music Festival in Augusta. The last musical organization is the Chorus, which is enjoyed by all high school students who wish to attend. This year wc have sung many patriotic songs. Let's hope that all students, who have the musical ability to play an instrument or sing, will cooperate as much in the coming years as they have in the past. 'l'. l5i:iu'ni:, 'il GIRLS' G ' ..,..?' l.lfll'l l'I.l'll First Row R:n'ln-l Lotlirogv, lilva Sawtvlli-. G1-rulnline 'l'nnlonse. Gli-nnn Johnson. Virginian liolliimn. ltoln-rlzl lfldgrur, Mary t'nnnnn, 194-uli'ii-v Iii-mules, G4-i':ilmliiio lwiilgi-s. Nlnrin- V1-rlcriiyssi-. S4-muinl R'mv -Miss lfllln-l liruwn tlliri-vlurb, Lillinn l ull1-r. Viviun l'l:1ir. l l'nin'i-s Nh-rritln-w. RllIl':l'lll'l'lll' t'nll:ir, lfllln-n Putter, Ruth lbrailu-, Mary Munson. Iii-tty lion Marlin, lmrutliy NVri::'l4'y. Mnriun lbuslin. l4'r:uu'ns lirill:ll'4l. lillm-mini' Wi-niworlli. 'l'ln-lnm li4'l'lIiN'. 'l'hir1l RlNVYIi4'illl'l1'l' liessuril. l':itln-rim- Gilln-rl, Ruth Spiller. .li-nnie Rlunsoii. llnrolliy llnslin, th-in-va Wallin-1-. Gram- liennison, Virginia l'uw:1n, Dorothy llawi-s, Eva Taylor, Alberta In-ssurcl, Bnrlmru Leahy. 34 THE MIESSALONSKFI2 RTPITIE 417 :W W9 1' jk J - V s , sf gif.: v V, Y ?' BOYS' GLICIC l'Ll'l! l'irsI Row-Arthur lmvruix. Nm-il Collar. M1-rlon Mx-rritlu-w. Ihmnlnl Hllffllll. IIill'X't'y Whn-1-1v1', nw-4:1141 Row-'l'lu-lln:1 131-rnlm 1.Xl'l'4lIlllHllliSIl. Ifillgfm-1111 SIlll'lt'YIllll, M4-rlou H'N1-ul, 'l'll1'0ll0l'l' lirmxn , LilXVl'l'lI1'l' Fullvr. Miss lfltlwl brown tllim-ulurr. l'llil'll Row f-f4 l+'l':1nk SlPIl4'l'. L2lXYl'l'lll'0 Iivynnlwls. l:il'llIll'Il NUFUIII, Gurolll Admins. Wilbur Curr Le-sliv .larwe-tt. William Ilarnly. llll, NII,55.XI,ON5Ixl,I, lxil I l.l', 33 1:45 Y Na? QNX 24 ffdif 36 THE MESSALONSKEE RIPPLE 7 Y cv i77i7i' l- Locals CLASS OF 1944 In the fall of 1940, we, the Freshman class, numbering fifty, entered high school. We had already spent two years in the high school building so we knew that we were supposed to act like ladies and gentle- men, which we have tried to do. The Sophomores gave us our reception, after making us wear odd shoes and men's garters for two days, and then the last day having made us carry tin cans. We all tried to entertain in the manner expected of us in front of a large audience. After really a part of the high school. We elected our class officers as follows' president, Wil- liam Hurd, vice-president, Gordon Kenistong secretary, Alberta Lessardg treasurer, Ruth Spiller. Our class is represented in the Student Council by William Hurd and Ruth Spiller. William Hurd was elected assistant basketball manager. We also have three members in the school orchestra and eleven in the Boys' and Girls' Glee Clubs. There are several members in the Blue Triangle Club. Seven boys are on the Boys' Junior Varsity basketball team. that we thought that we were Thus ends the first part of our four-year journey. B. Lussmm, '44-l 1. 0 .i CLASS OF 1943 Early in the fall of 1940 the Sophomore class met and elected the following ofiicersg president, Richard Norton, vice-president, Neil Collarg secretary-treasurer, Priscilla Kerr. On the evening of September 27, we spon- sored the annual freshman reception. At that time the freshmen entertained a large audience of students and parents. Although the class was well represented in basketball, only one member, Rodney Miner, received his letter. Richard Norton served as manager. The musical organizations were well sup- ported by us, as five were orchestra mem- bers and many were in the glee clubs and chorus. The annual Sophomore Essay Contest was held on the evening of March 21. The gen- eral theme of the essay was National Defense. The speakers were: Marion Bul- mer, Frances Brillard, Russell Hutchins, Freda Baird, Richard Norton, Neil Collar, Eldridge Wallace, Elva Sawtelle, and Leslie Jewett. Prizes were awarded as follows: first, Leslie Jewettg second, Eldridge Wal- laceg honorable mention, Elva Sawtelle. Thus we end our 'second year as students of Williams High School. EI.DRIDlll'I W'.xLLAc14:, '4-3 l-O l. CLASS OF 1942 Early in the fall of 1940 a class meeting was held and the following ofiicers were chosen: president, Arthur Greeley, vice- president, R. Coughling secretary, Grace Kennison, treasurer, Alma Clark. Dorothy Dustin and Clifton Collar were chosen as our representatives to the Student Council. On the fifteenth of November we spon- sored a Quiz Program, one of the most successful events of the year. Ten towns- people versus ten students with the towns- people winning the contest. In ,the latter part of December we chose our class ring and many were purchased. The members of our class to obtain letters for basketball are as follows: Dorothy Dustin, Agnes Leathers, Grace Kennison, Stella McCormick, Virginia Cowan, Alma Clark, Herbert Lush, and Garold Adams. THE MESSALONSKEE RIPPLE 37 Another successful Quiz Program was sponsored by our class. The townspeople won this contest also. Norman Sedgeley was elected to fill a vacancy for our class in the Student Council. The annual Junior Prize Speaking Con- test is to be held May 2. The following students are participating: Frances Merri- thew, Barbara Bubier, Marion Wheeler, Dorothy Dustin, Geraldine Toulouse, Vir- ginia Cowan, Laura Lint, Geraldine Foley, Arthur Greeley, and Arthur Lacroix. The election for the officers of the Student Council was held. Robert Coughlin was chosen president, Arthur Lacroix, vice presi- dent, Dorothy Dustin, secretary, Geraldine Toulouse, treasurer. May 23 has been chosen as the date for Junior Prom. Committees have been ap- pointed, and plans are being made. Closely connected with the junior class is the Washington Club. This club is composed of the following members of the junior class who plan to go to Washington, D. C. next year: R. Coughlin, A. Lacroix, A. Greeley, D. Dustin, B. Bubier, and M. Wheeler. This club elected the following officers: president, Arthur Greeleyg vice-president, Marion Wheelerg secretary, Barbara Bubierg treas- urer, Arthur Lacroix. The club chose Bar- bara Bubier as their representative to the Student Council. A. CLARK, '42 i..-0,l.l... CLASS OF 1941 We, the ambitious group of Seniors, en- tered the twelfth grade in the fall of 1940. We started out by selecting our officers for the year. The following were elected: president, Fred Laddg vice-president, Miriam Tobin, secretary, Beatrice Brooks, treas- urer, Mary Cannong representatives to the student council, Marion Dustin and William Hardy. For our senior play we chose a three-act comedy entitled, A Ready Made Family. We owe much of the success of the play to Miss Hooper for her sincere efforts in directing the production. The girls of the class of 1941 were much interested in basketball this year. A larger number than usual reported for practice. Those who made the team were: D. Hawes, M. Tobin, N. Newell, M. Dustin, M. Verk- ruysse, and the girls' manager was E. Went- worth. W. Hanscom and H. Wheeler repre- sented our class in boys' basketball. We want to thank all the teachers for their patience and willingness to help us. Thus ends our last year of work and play at Williams High School. D. llAwl4:s, 'VH .. ..-.0,..l-. THE EAGLE Our 'bi-monthly school paper has proved successful in spite of the difficulty in over- coming many serious obstacles. This June marks the fourth in amateur journalistic work by the students. Our paper has given many students the opportunity to enlarge their literary talents. The staff members were elected as follows: Editor-in-chief .,,..,.. Marion Dustin, '41 Asst. Editor ,....,,.,. Mary Cannon, '41 News Editor ....,. Geraldine Bridges, '41 Joke Editor ..... Miriam Tobin, '41 Art Editor ...,.. .. Arthur Greeley, '42 Exchange Editor .,.. Catharine Gilbert, '44 Sports Editor ...,.... Dorothy Hawes, '41 Business Manager Robert Coughlin, '42 Asst. Bus. Mgr. .,... Harvey Wheeler, '41 8th Grade Editor ..., James Monahan, '45 Typists: Ellen Potter, '41 Geneva Wallace, '41 Supervisors: .......,..., Mrs. Ruth Wort Miss Frances McIntyre The Eagle this year consists of eight pages and we are exchanging with thirteen schools. We hope that in future years there will be enough cooperation from students and townspeople to enable the school to continue this worth-while enterprise. The staff wishes to thank all those who have helped to make The Eagle possible. MARION E. Dvsrm, '41 58 THE Ml25S.XLONSKlili RIl'l'l.li THE BLUE TRIANGLE The Blue Triangle this year was reorgan- ized under the leadership of Miss Mary Proctor, the new home economics teacher. The club is open to all girls who sign the pledge and pay the annual dues of fifteen cents. The Blue Triangle officers were as follows: president, Mary Cannong vice-president, Dorothy Hawesg secretary-treasurer, Doro- thy Dustin. The executive council consists of Ruth Drake, Mona Bickford, Geraldine Foley, Marion Wheeler and Lucille McIntyre, who carefully planned the program for the year. Some of our activities we1'e: At Thanks- giving we helped the Union of Churches with their food baskets by contributing food. At Chistmas time we decorated small trees and distributed them among the shut-ins of thc town. A tobogganing party was enjoyed on February 5. On February 11, the club gave a box social which was enjoyed by all who participated. Plans will soon be made for the annual Blue Triangle Banquet. l,l'cIl.i,r: iVlc'lN'rYm:. 'ell i Rll'l'I,I'Z BOARD S1-als-il i'll1'2lllIl!' XV1'lllXV0l'liI. Fri-41 Lailil, Miss l ran1'es M1-lntyrv 1Sponsori. Marion Dustin, its Mary ililllllllll. G1-ralrlinv lirii Standing- lborolliy Ilnwvs. Ki1'll?lI'1i Norton. I.awr4-In-v Flllli-r. lim-illv M4-Iillyrv. Alum 1'l:ir'kQ 'l'l1oi1ms l'l:iisI4-fl. Mr. Harland Morse 1811111-rvisor of Aflw-rIisin,Lrr. Ruin-rt lublljlillill. 5ill'llllll Tobin. William Ilardy. 141-all'ic-0 L1-sszirel. Arthur Uri-m'l1-y. 'l'll1'1llHl Ili-ruin-. Iionulil Hunter, Elrlrirlgm- bvlilillli' THE MESSALONSKICIQ RlI'l'l.li 39 I - Q -1 ' T' A Q 1: f 7 ' X Z 2 1 ' . ,755 - f I ', , 13, , :iii iii9 .5Yxj3E1i V G I RLS' BASKETBALL, 1940-1941 The Williams High girls made a good showing this year, winning six games, los- ing six, and tying one. Most of these were class A schools. The only class B schools that we played were Norridgewock and Hallowell. The players for forwards were: Miriam Tobin, Dorothy Dustin, Agnes Leathers, Grace Kennison, and Nancy Newellg the guards, Dorothy Hawes, Virginia Cowan, and Stella McCormack. The first game we played was with Law- rence. They beat us by a wide margin, 24 to 5, We then played Skowhegan. Again the opponents won over us, 39 to 25. However, with these defeats we didn't lose courage. The next two games we played were with Norridgewock. In this game we won 28 to 21. The alumni game was an easy victory, 40 to 18. One of the most exciting games was with Hallowell. We had played them on their floor and they had won. When they came down here we had had more practice and we were ahead until the last quarter. They kept gaining on us and every one was ex- cited, each thinking that the other side might Awgfw get a basket. However, at the sound of the final whistle it was a tie. The 1940-1941 Summary W. Opp, Lawrence at Fairfield 5 21 Skowhegan at Oakland 25 39 Norridgewock at Oakland 28 21 Alumni 40 18 Hallowell at Hallowell 24 29 Belfast at Belfast 22 11 Hallowell at Oakland 24 24 Lawrence at Oakland 13 26 Skowhegan at Skowhegan 16 25 Belfast at Oakland 19 23 Madison at Oakland 28 8 Madison at Madison 19 16 Norridgewock at Norridgewock 30 25 293 289 The co-captains who were elected were Dorothy Hawes and Miriam Tobin. The ones who are getting letters this year are: Dorothy Dustin, Grace Kennison, Agnes Leathers, Stella McCormack, Nancy Newell, Virginia Cowan, Alma Clark, Miriam Tobin, Dorothy Hawes, Marion Dustin, Marie Verk- ruysse, and Eleanor Wentworth, manager. 40 THE MESSALONSKIEE RTPPLII Individual Scores Goals Fouls Points Leathers 36 16 88 Dustin, D. 28 15 71 Tobin 27 13 67 Newell 21 6 48 Kennison 8 1 17 Dustin, M. 1 0 2 121 51 293 We are leaving behind some good material to help make an A-1 team next ycar. BOYS' BASKETBALL 1940-41 The boys' basketball team of 1940-41, due to unfortunate circumstances, will go down in the records as just another basketball team. It was the opinion, however, of our coach and loyal supporters of Williams High School, that this team was the equal of our past two teams, which were good enough to represent this section of the state in class B state tournaments. We are unfortunate in not being a mem- ber of a league which is about the easi- GIRLS' l5ASKl+ll'I5ALL 'PRAM First lion'--Agile-s lA'2lllll'l'S. Stella All'lllIl'lllZll'li. Virginia t'ow:11l. Illl ltlllll lln um! xVl'IllWHl'Ill 4Nl'lIl'1' llorolhy llnwos. Nliriz 1 ' . 'I iz ' Nancy Ns-wi-ll. Dorothy llustin. . . .,l'l'l'l. Svvoml Row l'lI'ilIl4't'S l!rill:1r1l. Mario Vl'l'li1'llj'SSl'. thaw- lit'l1lllS0ll. Marion Dustin, Marion NVheeler. Alum tllllfli, Miss M:u'g:ur4-l liillnmn u'o:1cl1l. With the aid of Miss Killman's fine work as coach, the team ought to be very success- ful. FlI.l4IAN0R XVES'I'1VOR'l'II, Girls, Sports Editor of Ripple est way for a good team to prove its worth. This year we were also handicapped by not schedule games with enough being able to class B schools. As a result, we had to play many strong class A schools and were un- able to build up a very impressive record. THE MESSALONSKIQICE RIl'l'l.li 41 At the end of the season a committee of principals picked Besse High School, of Albion, to represent Kennebec County in the class B state tournament at Brewer by ourselves. This is a condition which we hope to see adjusted another year by the forma- tion of a Kennebec County Class B League. 1940-41 Summary virtue of fifteen straight wins in a slow class W. Opp. B Waldo County League. Our team defeated Lawrence at Fairfield 17 35 Besse in a practice game at Albion by a sco1'e Skowhegan at Oakland 26 28 of 56 to We also boast a record of tNorridgewock at Oakland 45 16 twelve straight wins for the last three sea- Alumni 37 41 sons against class B teams. During this fHallowell at Hallowell 45 27 time we have remained undefeated by a Belfast at Belfast 29 40 class B team, and have scored 606 points t Hallowell at Oakland 32 26 to our opponents 216. Because of our record Lawrence at Oakland 35 51 2 ' n V 3 . nag J' BUYS' llASKl'I'l'llA Ll. l-'irst Row Gnrolul Awlauns 41'o-cuptzlim. llorlm-5' Minor. lilwoml York, Ile-rlwrt llush. lluux r Wo 1 xptninb xVll1'l'l4' - 1 . Na-cowl llow 1'lilVl1lll Vronlcita- l1'o:u'l1l. Arthur lmcroix. William ll:1ns4-om, I-lvl-rm-tl Xlllllllivll. Sterling llowc, liiclmrrl Norton qllanmgerp. and the fact that Besse played no class B Skowhegan at Skowhegan 30 teams in Kennebec County, we claimed Ken- Belfast at Oakland 36 nebec County Class B Championship. The Madison at Oakland 39 claim was not disputed! We realize it was Madison at Madison 26 a rather hollow title to which neither Besse liNorridgewock at Norridgewock 57 or Oakland had very much claim since we 1 play very few class B teams from this county 454 32 49 36 39 25 445 42 THE MESSALONSKEE RIPPLE Won 5-Lost 8 'Class B Games. We hope to change our policy next year, by becoming a member of a class B league, or by a real effort to play more schools in our own class. For this reason Coach Clay- ton Cronkite has submitted to us some sta- tistics which sum up very well our high school record under his six years of success- :ful coaching at Williams High School: Former Kennebec Valley League Teams Won Lost W. Opp. Hallowell 8 4 434 368 Skowhegan 4 2 159 132 Gardiner 2 2 130 119 Madison 5 7 324 316 Lawrence 4 8 368 389 23 23 1,415 1,324 Class B Schools Won Lost W. Opp. Unity 1 0 48 10 Freedom 2 0 102 38 Richmond 2 0 74 37 Norridgewock 5 0 255 101 Hallowell 8 4 434 368 Clinton 8 4 444 302 Hartland 0 2 47 73 26 10 1434 929 Alumni 6 2 319 240 32 12 1753 1169 Tournament Games Won Lost W. Opp. 1937 Clinton 1 0 35 32 'Winslow 0 1 28 41 Waterville 0 1 26 56 Thomaston 1 0 42 22 Clinton 0 1 25 31 Mechanic Falls 1 0 30 24 1939 Unity 1 0 41 8 Clinton 0 1 19 22 i'LawrenceJ.V. 1 0 47 26 1940 Freedom 1 0 37 24 Hallowell 1 0 34 33 Gorham 0 1 26 32 South Paris 0 1 31 36 7 6 421 387 if Class A Schools At the end of the season Harvey Wheeler and Garold Adams were elected co-captains as a Htting reward for a year of outstand- ing leadership. The following players received letters this year: Richard Norton, manager, Harvey Wheeler, Garold Adams, co-captains, Wil- liam Hanscom, Herbert Lush, Elwood York, Rodney Miner. Individual Scores Goals Fouls Points Wheeler 61 21 143 Lush 59 20 138 Adams 23 8 54 York 24 5 53 Miner 12 15 39 Hanscom 7 3 17 Mulliken 4 0 8 Rowe 0 2 2 190 74 454 This year we are losing the services of three very fine athletes. Harvey Wheeler and Garold Adams, our co-captains, have been exceptionally fine athletes for Williams High School for the past four years and their loss will be keenly felt next winter. William Hanscom, although playing for the first year on the varsity, certainly came into the limelight this year. He improved to the point of being one of the finest defensive guards Coach Cronkite has developed, and will be one of the hardest men to replace next season. Next year will see the return of three of some outstanding our six lettermeng and substitutes. Herbert Lush and Elwood York excellent players, should prove themselves along with Rodney Miner who, as a Sopho- more, has been an outstanding guard. With the material available, and the arrange- ments we hope to see made next year, a fine squad will answer the call next fall, and Williams High School will not only be represented by a strong outfit but we should be able to earn our proper recogni- tion among class B schools. I, for one, believe that our team and our coach deserve a great deal of credit for their work this year. The team was much better than the record shows. It should be remembered that most of our games were THE MESSALONSKEE RIPPLE played against class A teams. In spite of this we outscored our opponents, and won five games, and many close games, which we lost, could have been in our favor just as easily. The student body and all who realize our team's ability will join in the opinion that our team has been a real credit to our outstanding basketball record. RICIiARIl S. Noirron, Boys' Sport.-r Editor ...-i...0.l.. BASEBALL 1940 The baseball season of 1940 opened with thirty-two boys reporting to Coach Clayton Cronkite for spring practice. There was a little more interest than usual in baseball last year because we were invited into the Kennebec Valley League to compete in the Northern Division with Waterville, Winslow, Lawrence, Madison and Skowhegan. Although this competition is a little too fast for a school of our size, we suffered no humiliating defeats in the league, and finished ahead of' Madison and in a tie with Skowhegan. As the season got under way, the follow- ing squad was chosen: catchers, Lawrence Sedgeley, Harv Wheeler, pitchers, Carroll Richardson, Rosie Axtell, Benny Stearns, Don Manter, Red Miner, in- fielders, Red Miner, Albert Bangs, Ron- nie Bickford, Buck Beverage, Willis Manterg outfielders, Mo Lush, Dizzy York, Bill Dawe, Une Wheeler. With a little more strength on the mound we could have had one of our most success- ful seasons last year, even against the powerful opposition we encountered. We had about the most powerful hitting team in the Kennebec Valley League. We finished the season with more extra base hits than any team in the league, and five players among the leading league batters. We also had a fairly good fielding team. Most of our defeats could be charged to too many base hits by the opposition. Carroll Richardson and Rodney Miner both did excellent jobs on the mound and turned in some fine pitch- ing at times, but we really had too heavy a schedule for the two boys to stand up under consistently. 43 SCHEDULE W. Opp. Winslow at Winslow 3 10 Madison at Madison 9 7 Goodwill at Winslow 0 6 Skowhegan at Oakland 9 11 Lawrence at Fairfield 2 9 Norridgewock at Oakland '17 11 Waterville at Waterville 9 13 Winslow at Oakland 5 14 Norridgewock at Norridgewock '4 1 Madison at Oakland '8 1 Waterville at Oakland 4 10 Lawrence at Oakland 1 3 Skowhegan at Skowhegan 8 7 'Games Won Won 5-Lost 8 We believe our two victories over Madison and Norridgewock, our victory over Skow- hegang our 1 to 3 game with Fairfield, and our 9-13 game with Waterville is sufficient evidence that for a school of our size our boys are playing good baseball. PLAYERS BATTING OVER 170 Fielding G AB R BH Ave. Ave. Beverage 13 55 16 19 .346 .793 York 13 56 9 19 .339 .750 Bickford 13 53 13 17 .321 .831 Bangs 13 48 11 13 .271 .800 Dawe 12 42 3 11 .262 1.000 E. Lush 13 43 2 9 .209 1.000 Sedgeley 11 31 2 6 .193 .909 Miner 11 38 3 7 .184 .945 H. Wheeler 12 40 6 7 .175 .925 Extra Base Hits Two Base Hits - Bickford 5, York 3, Beverage 2, Wheeler 2, Dawe 2, Sedgeley, Miner, Bangs. Three Base Hits--Bickford 2, Beverage 2, York 2, Sedgeley. Home Runs-Bangs, Beverage, Dawe. The following received letters: manager Richard Norton, honorary captain Ronald Bickford, Robert Beverage, Albert Bangs, William Dawe, Elmo Lush, Lawrence Sedge- ley, Carroll Richardson, Elwood York, Rodney Miner, Harvey Wheeler, Benedict Stearns. 44 THE MESSALONSKEE RIPPLE We lost by graduation, catcher Lawrence Sedgeleyg pitchers, Carroll Richardson, Clar- ence Axtell, Benedict Stearnsg infielders, Al- bert Bangs, Ronald Bickford, Robert Bever- age, Willis Manterg and outfielders, Elmo Lush, William Dawe, and Raymond Wheeler. The loss of so many players would seem to indicate that we are in for a bad year but the boys who reported for fall practice this year gave promise of being an excep- tionally good ball team. With more than usual hitting power and the keen competi- tion forthe numerous vacated positions, we may put another good club on the diamond this spring. RICIIIXRII Nowrox, Boys' Sporfs Editor BOYS' IQASICISALL. 1940 First Row-Ronald Him-kford. l':1rroll Richardson. Rodney Miner. Harvey Wheeler. Albert Bangs. Robert Beverage, William Ilawe. Set-ond Row-Willis Mant:-r. lfllmo Lush. l.awrom't- Sedgelt-y. Elwood York. Vlaronce Axtell. Hem-rlivt Stearns. Raymond Wheeler, Donald Manter. 'l'l1ird Row-Iilnery Kelley. Riellartl Iirillnrd. John Rockwell. Everett Mulliken. Fred Ladd, Fourth Row---I'ls1yto11 Vronkite tt oaohI. Arthur Lacroix. Herbert Lush. Robert Fonghlin. Alton Robinson, Sterling Rowe, lllL'lliiI'4l Norton tblanngorj. 'l'l l li BIliSS.Xl.UX5lxl'.lz lil l'l'l.l', -15 Pussy Kerr: Whenever I'm in the clumps, I get myself a new hat. Mona: I was wondering where you got them. The aviator instructor, having delivered a lecture on parachute work, concluded: And if it doesn't open-well, gentlemen, that's what is known as 'jumping to a con- clusion'! Mr. Morse was walking on the promenade ef a seaside town when he noticed a weigh- ing machine with the notice: I speak your weight. He put a penny in the slot and stood on the platform. A voice answered: One at a time, please. Miss Hooper in French class: In France they place their shoes outside, instead of hanging their stocking up Christmas Eve. A. Greeley: They get gyped then, don't they 7 Dick Norton in Latin II: I don't know where to begin, where to end, and what to put in the middle. 9 1 . 1 A,uf.i9E Miss Harding: What are the three words most used by students? F. Brillard: 1After a pausej I don't know. Miss Harding: Correct Mr. Vronkite selling eneyclopedias: Is your mother home, sonny? Little boy: Yes, sir. Mr. Cronkite after knocking several times: I thought you said she was home. Little boy: UShe is, but we don't live here. Mr. Morse was talking about a man going through bankruptcy. N. Sedgley: Did he go through alone 7 Mr. Morse: I don't know. Maybe his wife went with him. Miss Hooper: Did you say something, Mr. Greeley Y Buddy: Nope. Miss Hooper: Just hot air coming out, then. 46 THE MESSALONSKEE RIPPLE May I hold your Palmolive? Not on your Life Buoy. Then I'm out of Lux? Yes, Ivory formed. Mr. McKeen: My shaving brush is very stiff. I wonder what is wrong? Mrs. McKeen: I don't know. It was nice and soft when I painted the bird cage yester- day. Geddy Adams got up and started to leave the room. , Miss McIntyre: Take your seat. Geddy Adams: It's too heavy. John Dustin applied for a job as grocery boy for the summer. The grocer wanted a serious-minded youth so he put John to a little test. What would you do with a million dollars? John: Gee, I didn't except so much at the start! Old woman: Sakes alive, I don't believe no woman could ever be so fat. Husband: What are you reading now? Woman: Why this tells about an English- woman that lost two hundred pounds. Farmer: Be this the Woman's Ex- change? Women: Yes. Farmer: Be ye the woman? Women: Yes. Farmer: Well, then I think I'l1 keep Maggie. Dick Norton: I know a little girl who plays the piano by ear. Neil Collar: That's nothing to boast about. I know an old man who fiddles with his whiskers. Miss Harding: Your handwriting is ter- rible, Mr. Sedgley. You must learn to write better. Norman: If I did, you'd be Ending fault with my spelling. The man at the theater was annoyed by the conversation in the row behind. Ex- cuse me, he said, but we can't hear a word. Oh, replied the talkative one, and is it any business of yours what I'm telling my wife? That fellow owes me S20. And won't he pay it? He won't even worry about it! Mrs. Wort: Mr. Plaisted, what was that story about on the back of the cover of the Readers' Digest ? Tommy: Oh, it told about two men who were in Alaska without anything to eat. All they had was a Readers' Digest. D. Manter: Did it digest good? There was a young lady of Niger Who smiled as she rode on a Tiger, They came back from the ride With the lady inside, And the smile on the face of the Tiger. Miss Hills: I wouldn't cry like that, my little man. Pupil: You cry as you please-this is my way. Barbara L: Can you keep a secret, Marie ? Marie: Yes, but its just my luck to tell it to someone who can't. Mr. Reed: Tell me the worst now, Doc- tor. Doctor: No, I'll send the bill later. Miss McIntyre: Can you type? D. Reynolds: Well, I use the Columbus system. , THE MESSALONSKEE RIPPLE Miss McIntyre: What's that? D. Reynolds: I discover a key, then land on it. At a senior class meeting they were discussing having their banquet at Bear Spring Camps, and someone suggested that Fred Ladd look into it. Fred: I think that Mr. Wheeler would know more about that than I do. Customer having rough shave: I say, have you another razor? Barber: Why, yes. Customer: I want to defend myself. Valet: Sir, wake up, wake up! Master: What's the matter? Valet: It's time for your sleeping tab- lets. Silence is a word that keeps you healthy. Miss Harding: Use the word 'delight' in a sentence. G. Keniston: The wind came in the window and blew out de light. Critic: The picture of the horse is a good one, but where is the wagon? Artist: Oh, the horse will draw that. Lady buying some nuts: Who attends to the nuts ? Wise Guy: Be patient, I'll wait on you in a minute. Stout lady at a street crossing: Officer, could you see me across the street? Officer: Lady, I could see you a mile off. Tourist at roadside spring: Is this cup sanitary? Native: Must be, everybody uses it. 47 SENIOR CLASS BALLOT Shortest ...,..,.,........ Thelma Berube Smartest . . . Shyest ,..,,. . ...... Ronald Roy , , , . Roland Rosignol Best Dancer . ,.,,, . . . Eleanor Wentworth Cutest Girl .......,.,....,. Miriam Tobin Best All-round Athlete 1BoyJ William Hanscom Best All-round Athlete fGirlJ Best Musician . . . Quietest ,.... Tallest ..... Noisiest .,.. Wittiest ,........ Best Disposition . . . . Dorothy Hawes . Roberta Edgar . . , Lucille McIntyre . . . . Theodore Brown Beatrice Brooks . . . Robert Bailey . , : Mary Cannon - 0. i WVHAT INITIALS STAND FOR Thelma Berube ............ Thinks of Bill Geraldine Bridges ..,.. Beatrice Brooks .......... Mary Cannon . Marion Dustin Roberta Edgar Dorothy Hawes Rachel Lothrop Lucille McIntyre . . . : . . . . Ellen Potter ...,. Miriam Tobin .,... Marie Verkruysse , Eleanor Wentworth Geneva Wallace . , Nancy Newell .... Margaret Spiller . Robert Bailey .... Theodore Brown . . Donald Bulmer . . . William Hanscom . Robert King ...,. Fred Ladd ...., Donald Manter . . . Clifford Mitchell . . Roland Rosignol ,. Ronald Roy .,..,. William Hardy ., Lawrence Fuller . . Thomas Plaisted . . Good behavior? ? ? . Beautiful belle Massachusetts courtship . . : . . . . . Modest damsel . . , , . Refined excellence . , . . Dancing heroine , . . . Red-haired lass Little miss , . . : Easily pleased , . , . Mischievous tot . . . .... Miss vocalist . . . ..., Ever willing . . . . , Good worker . , . .Never a nuisance ,..,....,.Many suitors Routing for baseball .. Traveling better? ? ? , 4 , . . Dangerous boy , , . . . . Willing helper . . , , Romantic knight . . . , . Friendly lad . . . . Dependable man . ..... Country man . .... Really reliable . . . .Right in reason . . . . , Woman hater . ,... Lovable fellow . . ,....,, True pal 48 THE MESSALONSKEE RIPPLE 'ii-1r1-vrii71v:- T A -LA 24.-lg-L7-2454-glllpglqlllg n nu Listed below are even-numbered classes beginning with the class of 1932. It is planned to list the odd-numbered classes beginning with the class of 1933 in the 1942 issue. 1 9 3 2 Bacheller, Chester, B. S., Saco. Bacheller, Morrill, Keyes Fibre Co., Waterville. Bailey, Frank, Colby College, Waterville. Beve1'age, fParkerJ, Thelma, A. B., Pitts- field, Mass. Bubier, QBrawnJ, Goldie, OHice, Berst- Foster-Dixfield Co., Oakland. Clark, Robert, Emerson Sz Stevens Co., Oakland. Cochran, Dana, Deceased. Cook, fChristianJ, Doris, R. N., Portland. Cook, fBlackJ, Louise, Oakland. Decker, QOtisJ, Irene, Waterville. Durrell, Harland, Waterville Morning Sentinel, Waterville. Ellis, Donald, Interstate Furniture Co., Lewiston. Ellis, Robert, Edison Electric Co., Malden, Mass. Fernald, QTowleJ, Dorothy, R. N., Oak- land. Furbish, Keith, Berst-Foster-Dixfield Co., Oakland. Hallett, Ronald, Hollywood, California. Hinkley, fMarstonJ, Grace, Oakland. Kimball, Halsey, Presque Isle. Lambert, iFolsomJ, Irene, Oakland. Lewis, William, B. S., Standard Oil Co., Elizabeth, New Jersey. Luther, fYorkJ, Bertha, Oakland. McTaggert, fThompsonJ, Elizabeth, Oak- land. Marshall, Esther, B. S., Ofiice, Hollings- worth 8z Whitney Co., Winslow. Marston, Walter, New England Dairies, Oakland. Micalovich, Zigmond, Berst-F0ster-Dix- field Co., Oakland. Minard, James, New York City. Mosher, Bertram, B. S., Rome. Peterson, Howard, L. B. Collier Dairy. Oakland. Simmons, Raymond, Flying Cadets, U. S. Army. Stowell, Ralph, Dental School, Louisville, Kentucky. Sweet, lAustinJ, Christine, Sidney. Thompson, Blaine, Harris Baking Co., Waterville. Thwing, Foster, Oakland. Traviss, lCoughlinJ, Caroline, R. N., Oak- land. Tupper, Robert, State Garage, Augusta. Verkruysse, Emil, Cascade Woolen Mill, Oakland. Williams, Elizabeth, Keyes Fibre Co., Waterville. York, Earl, Cascade Woolen Mill, Oak- land. 1 9 3 4 Bacon, Bernard, General Electric Co., Lynn, Mass. Bailey, Rebecca, Dietitian, Children's Hos- pital, Portland. Bean, Dana, Boston 8z Maine R. R., Dover, New Hampshire. Bridges, Harold, Emerson gl Stevens Co., Oakland. Carrell, Ruth, Cascade Woolen Mill, Oak- land. Clark, James, Sidney. Cote, fNormanJ, Elsie, Sidney. Damren, fGliddenJ, Mabel, Benton. Dawe, Harry, U. S. Army, Philippine Islands. THE MESSALONSKEE RIPPLE 49 Edes, Dorothy, Berst-Foster-Dixfield Co., Oakland. Gordon, Howard, Miami, Florida. Hardy, QAlexanderj, Alice, Belgrade. Haynes, 1PoolerJ, Marjorie, Fairfield. Hersom, Eunice, Oakland. Huntley, CGoodwinJ, Nettie, R. N., Water- ville. Jordan, Dorothy, Central Maine Power Co., Waterville. Lindvall, Carl, National Guard, Florida. Lord, fBickfordJ, Grace, Oakland. Manson, Elwood, Emerson Sz Stevens Co., Oakland. Marston fAndrewsJ, Violet, Framingham, Mass. Mitchell, QSmithJ, Elizabeth, B. S., Bar- rington, Vermont. Norman, Dana, Sidney. Parker, Norman, Ellsworth. Peck, 1PetersonJ, Virginia, Lancaster. New Hampshire. Small, Lucille, Thomas Business College, Waterville. Spiller, Bernice, Portland Packing Co., Oakland. Sullivan, Walter, Depositors Trust Co., Oakland. Taylor, iSmedburgj, Mary, Waterville. Thompson, Actor, Cascade Woolen Mill, Oakland. Trask, Henrietta, Washington, D. C. Tucker, fSarrarJ, Arletta, Portland. Tuttle, Norman, Office, 0. C. Nickerson Plumbing Co., Waterville. Watson, fWendellJ, Grace, B. E., Skow- hegan. 1 9 3 6 Ashcroft, fBickfordJ, Maxine, Phillips. Bacon, Earl, First Lt., Fort Banks, Boston. Bacon, Walter, Sidney. Berube, Frances, R. N., Shelton, Con- necticut. Blaisdell, Stanley, North Wayne Tool Co., Oakland. Bridges, fRoderickJ, Dorothy, Office, Waterville Morning Sentinel, Waterville. Carrell, fMasonJ, Elinor, Brunswick. Charles, Bernard, Rome. Charles, Kenneth, Rome. Collier, Roberta, New England School of Theology, Brookline, Mass. Day, Olive, Oakland. Doten, fFecteauJ, Frances, Waterville. Ellis, Rodney, Colby College, Waterville. Judkins, fTobeyj, Dorothy, Oakland. Knauff, Marie, Parks' Diner, Waterville. Lessard, fClarkJ, Christine, Oakland. Lush, Aubrey, U. S. Army. Manson, Parish, Maine Central R. R. Shop, Waterville. Merrithew, Madeline, Cascade Woolen Mill, Oakland. Miner, Ruth, Berst-Foster-Dixfield., Oak- land. Palmer, CWoodJ, Inez, Waltham, Mass. Pratt, Barbara, Livingstone's Beauty Parlor, Oakland. Pullen, Edward, King Axe Shop, Oakland. Reynolds, Lillian, Sidney. Roy, Frederick, Navy Yard, Portsmouth, New Hampshire. Rushton, Kenneth, Pearson's Garage, Waterville. Spiller, Gerald, Spiller Axe Shop, Oak- land. Spiller, Harold, State Normal School, Machias. Taylor, fEarleJ, Eva, Oakland. Taylor, William, Bangor. Toulouse, Retha, Hathaway Shirt Co., Waterville. Towle, fWheelerJ, Barbara, Oakland. Verkruysse, Inez, Boston. 1 9 3 8 Bacon, Otis, University of Maine, Orono. Bates, Alton, Oakland. Blake, William, Colby College, Waterville. Brewer, Marion, Florida. Carrell, Muriel, Colby College, Waterville. Dyer, CVerkruysseJ, Arline, Office, Berst- Foster-Dixfield Co., Oakland. Forbes, Frances, Oakland. Giberson, Evangeline, Farmington Nor- mal School, Farmington. Goodman, Gerald, Colby College, Water- ville. 50 THE MESSALONSKEE RIPPLE Kennison, Arlene, Oakland. Leech, Max, United States Navy. Lothrop, Robert, U. S. Army, Langley Field, Virginia. Mosher, fBlaisdellJ, Theo, Rome. Randall, Dorothy, University of Maine, Orono. Tilton, Merle, Berst-Foster-Dixfield Co., Oakland. York, fEstesJ, Pearl, Oakland. 1 9 3 9 Bacon, Roy, General Electric Co., Lynn, Mass. Benson, Howard, Gorham Normal School, Gorham. Bulger, Harold, Berst-Foster-Dixfield Co., Oakland. Clement, Muriel, Woolworth's Store, Waterville. Foote, fSpringerJ, Beverly, Oakland. Gagner, Carman, Colby College, Water- ville. Gerrish, Eva, Wilton, Me. Hauglun, Helen, Berst-Foster-Dixfield Co., Oakland. J udkins, Howard, Oakland. Lawrence, Ethel, Berst-Foster-Dixlield Co., Oakland. Lessard, fBosseJ, Kathleen, Hartford Conn. Libby, Virgil, Hollingsworth Sz Whitney Co., Winslow. V Lowell, Barbara, Worcester, Ma'ss. Mills, Enid, DuBarry Beauty Parlor, Waterville. Mitchell, Barbara, Bath. Perkins, Delphine, Berst-Foster-Dixfield Co., Oakland. Perkins, fWheelerJ, Josephine, Berst- Foster-Dixfield Co., Oakland. Plummer, Elizabeth, Office, Emerson 8x Stvens Co., Oakland. Pomerleau, Earl, University of Nevada, Reno, Nevada. Richardson, Clarence, Berst-Foster-Dix- field Co., Oakland. Rockwell, Evangeline, Colby College, Waterville. Scott, Charlene, Cascade Woolen Mill, Oakland. Spiller, Albert, U. S. Navy, Ford Motor School, Dearborn, Michigan. Sturtevant, Edith, Colby College, Water- ville. Thwing, fJordanJ, Dorothy, Oakland. Tilton, fSpillerJ, Lulie, Sidney. Warren, Phyllis, Farmington Normal School, Farmington. Wood, fBulgerJ, Lois, Oakland. Zimba, Stella, Berst-Foster-Dixfield Co., Oakland. 1 9 4 0 Axtell, Clarence, U. S. Navy, Singapore, China. Bangs, Albert, Sidney. Bartlett, Stanley, Sidney. Benson, Catherine, Sidney. Benson, Grace, Sidney. Beverage, Robert, University of Maine, Orono. Bickford, Ronald, Gorham Normal School, Gorham. Brackett, Edna, Gates Business College, Augusta. Bulger, Ruth, Berst-Foster-Dixfleld Co., Oakland. Bulmer, Bernard, Western Union Tele- graph Co., Waterville. Crommett, fWilliamsJ, Crystal, Canaan. Dawe, William, Berst-Foster-Dixfield Co., Oakland. Frodel, Millard, Florida. Hawes, Marjorie, Oakland. Keniston, Floyd, U. S. Navy, Pearl Har- bor, Hawaii. Kerr, Theodore, University of Maine, Orono. King, Edward, McTaggart's Drug Store, Oakland. Leech, Wayne, Thomas Business College, Waterville. Lothrop, fAndersonJ, Mary, Oakland. Luce, Clarence, Cascade Woolen Mill Oakland. y Lush, Elmo, Coburn Classical Institute, Waterville. Macaulay, Phyllis, Medford, Mass. Tllli MESS.-XLUNSKlili .RIl'l'l.li 51 Manson, Mary, Post Graduate, Oakland. Manter, Willis, Central Maine Power Co., Augusta. Marshall, June, Ofiice, Dr. Fisher, Oak- land. Mosher, Ruth, Oakland. Norton, Virginia, Thomas Business Col- lege, Waterville. Parker, Hilda, Berkshire Business Col- lege, Pittsfield, Mass. Richardson, Carroll, University of Maine Orono. 9 Richardson, Willa, Gorham Normal School, Gorham. Rockwell, Everett, Ricker Classical In- stitute, Houlton. Sedgeley, Lawrence, General Electric School, Lynn, Mass. Stearns, Benedict, Maine Central Insti- tute, Pittsfield. ' Stubbert, Warren, Gallert Shoe Store, Waterville. Tobin, Marguerite, Berst-Foster-Dixtield Co., Oakland. Tracy, Mildred, Oakland. Verkruysse, Adele, Oakland. Wallace, Ruth, Nasson College, Spring'- vale. Weston, Reginald, Bliss Business College, Lewiston. Wheeler, Raymond, Harris Baking Co., Waterville. N'l'I'lbl-INT t'HI'Nl'lI. l irsl Row Hvrzilnlinm- llridgvs. Miriam Tobin. Ilmmld llunle-r. Rubs-rt 1'oughlin, Arthur lialvroix, lm llll lmrullly s ' . Sl'1'llll1l R0!Y 'Nlll'Ill2llI Si-4lf'4-lc-v. William llalrwlv ,. , ,. liIl'll1II'4l Norton. l'l:lrl A. Mvliz-1-n 1Spunsorl. 1'l:lA'lun Vronkilv 4Athl4-til' l'mu'l1l. l!:lrh:lrn lluhivr. Ruth Snilln-r Marion IH s ' I llll 'l'hir1I Row William lluril, Mary 1':lnnnn. H!'I'Jll4llIl1' 'I'oulm1s4-, Iilvailmr Wentworth, linwq-11:1 Fnslvr, it u 52 THE MESSALONSKEE RIPPLE '7777t77 t7 i Exchanges This year we have had the pleasure of exchanging our Messalonskee Ripple with twenty-five schools. We greatly appreciate this privilege of exchanging yearbooks and wish to thank all schools that have ex- changed with us and also for the many comments given us on our book. Following is a list of schools with whom we have exchanged yearbooks and a few comments on them, which we hope will be taken with the feeling of friendliness in which they are given: The Bulldog, Madison High School, Madi- son, Me. The set-up of your book is very original. The Rostrum, Guilford High School, Guil- ford, Me. May we suggest the placing of your senior department first in your book? U The Tatler, Rockport High School, Rock- port, Me. The individual pictures of the various classes add to the attractiveness of your book. The Northern Lights, Stearns High School Millinocket. Me. Your yearbook is attractive and nicely arranged. The Pharetraf' Monson Academy, Monson, Me. Your snapshot pages are very amusing, which add a great deal of humor to your book. The Pinnacle, Erskine Academy, Erskine, Me. The literary department of your magazine is well developed. The Pilot, Mechanic Falls High, Mechanic Falls. Me. u H H lx Your exchange department is well written. The Garnet, Richmond High School, Rich- mond, Me. We think that an exchange department would add to the completeness of your book. The Pemetic, Pemetic High School, South- west Harbor, Me. Your School Diary is interesting. The Nautilus, West Paris High, West Paris, Me. You have an excellent poetry department. The Sea Breeze, Thomaston High School. Thomaston, Me. Your fine book held our inte1'est from cover to cover. The Quill, Gardiner High School, Gar- diner, Me. The activities are nicely written. Besse Breeze, Besse High School, Albion, Me. Your book is well arranged and shows a great deal of careful planning. The Academy Echo, Freedom Academy, Freedom, Me. Your pictures in action add much to the pleasing appearance of your book. The Mercuriusf' Bridgwater Classical In- stitute, Bridgwater. Me. The cartoons illustrating your advertise- ments are very clever. J, H. S. Breeze, Jay High School, Jay, Me. Congratulations on a fine book! The Megunticookj' Camden High School, Camden, Me. The cover design is very attractive and artistic. The Maple Leaf, Mapleton High School, Mapleton, Me. May we suggest the addition of individual senior pictures to your book? Tllli MliSS.Xl.UNSKlili Rll'l'l.li 53 The Caduccusj' Norway High School, We feel a literary department would add Norway, Me. to the completeness of your book. The Nautilus, Waterville High School The Odds and Ends department adds a H Waterville, Me. great deal of humor to your book. The Tat1er, Fort Fairfield High School, The amusing snapshot pages are in- Fort Fairfield, Me. teresting. Your line book deserves a great deal of praise. The Breeze, Milo High School, Milo. Me. The Navillusyl' Berwick High School, Bel., A great deal of talent is shown in your xvick, Me. editorial section. The appearance of your book is very neat. Q The Pcriscopej' Winslow High School, cl- B'l F'35- 4' Winslow, Me. lJ.r1'lmnyr' lfrlilur I-1XI'11'I l'IYI'I 1'1lI'N1'Il, UI' lil.I'I-I 'l'HlANGI.l-I I-'irsl Row Imrntlly l7IINllIl. lmrnlhy Ilnwv-s. Miss Mary I'rm'Inr 1Spnnsorb. Sworn! Row HHN' illlllllilll. Nluriun u'lll'l'll'l'. Munn liivkforml. l':1lrim'ia1 l itr-h. Ruth lH'1llil'. Lucille- M4-lntyrc. 54 THE MESSALONSKEE RIPPLE H School Directory Superintendent ....,, Kermit S. Nickerson FACULTY Principal ...,.....,..., Earle A. McKeen Submaster ............. J. Harland Morse Languages and English .,.. Ruth C. Wort English .,........,.. Florence I. Harding English and Social Science Elizabeth A. Hills Commercial ,.....,., Frances A. McIntyre Physical Education . . . Clayton R. Cronkite Margaret Killman Physical Education .... Home Economics .. . ..,... Mary Proctor Manual Training . . . ,.... Stanley Reed Music ......,........,.. Ethel M. Brown OFFICERS OF ORGANIZATIONS STUDENT Bom' AND COUNCIL President .,.......,..... Robert Coughlin Vice-President .,.. .... A rthur Lacroix Secretary .,.... ...., D orothy Dustin Treasurer .,......,.. Geraldine Toulouse CLASS OFFICERS 1 9 4 1 President .....,,,............ Fred Ladd Vice-President .... ..... M iriam Tobin Secretary ...,,,. . . . Beatrice Brooks Treasurer ...., ,.....,.... M ary Cannon 1 9 4 2 President .............,.. Arthur Greeley Vice-President ,.....,... Robert Coughlin Secretary ...,. ......,.. G race Kennison Treasurer . , . ....,,.. f-. ,-'.f .1 Alma Clark 1 9 4 3 President .....,....,.,... Richard Norton Vice-President .....,. , . . John Rockwell Secretary-Treasurer ,,.. . , . Priscilla Kerr 1 9 4 4 President .....,....,...,.. William Hurd Vice-President ,... , . . Gordon Keniston Secretary .....,. . . . Alberta Lessard Treasurer , . . . . . Ruth Spiller GIRl,S, GLEE CLUB President .....,..,.....,. Thelma Berube Vice-President .,........, Dorothy Hawes Secretary-Treasurer ,. Eleanor Wentworth Librarian ....,.....,...... Mary Manson Press Reporter .,,........, Marion Dustin f,RCHES'l'RA President ......,,.,...., Richard Norton Vice-President ...,...,...... Neil Collar Secretary-Treasurer ...,.,. Roberta Edgar Librarian .,,...,,..,.,..,.,, Ellen Potter BLUE TRIANGLE President ..........,......, Mary Cannon Vice-President .........., Dorothy Hawes Secretary-Treasurer ..,,. Dorothy Dustin EAGLE STAFF Editor ...,..,....,....,.. Marion Dustin Assistant Editor .....,..... Mary Cannon News Editor ..., . . . Geraldine Bridges Joke Editor ,..,. ...,. M iriam Tobin Art Editor ....... ,... A rthur Greeley Exchange Editor ...,,... Catherine Gilbert Sports Editor ,...,......, Dorothy Hawes Business Manager ...... Robert Coughlin Assistant Business Manager Harvey Wheeler Eighth Grade Editor ..,.. James Monahan Typists .,... Ellen Potter, Geneva Wallace Supervisors .... Miss McIntyre, Mrs. Wort GIRLS' BASKETBALL Co-captains Miriam Tobin, Dorothy Hawes Manager ....,....... Eleanor Wentworth Coach ..,..,.,........ Margaret Killman BOYS' BASKETBALL Co-captains Harvey Wheeler, Garold Adams Richard Norton Manager Coach ............,.,.. Clayton Cronkite Boys' BASEBALL Captain ................ Ronald Bickford Manager . . . ..,... William Hardy Coach . . , .... Clayton Cronkite THE MESSALONSKEE RIPPLE U Prizes and Honors Lg LLL ill Junior Prize Speaking Contest 1. Barbara Bubier 2. Marion Wheeler 3. Geraldine Toulouse Honorable Mention Geraldine Foley Arthur Greeley Sophomore Essay Contest 1. Leslie Jewett 2. Eldridge Wallace 3. Elva Sawtelle Benjamin Prizes of June, 1940 English 1. Ruth Wallace 2. Mary Manson Mathematics 1. Donald Mantel' 2. William Hanscom Fidelity 1. Mary Loth1'op fAndersonJ 2. Ronald Bickford Typing Certificate I Ronald Roy Typing Certificate II Ellen Potter Geneva Wallace Bookkeeping Certificate Beatrice Brooks Bookkeeping Certificate Geraldine Bridges Clifford Mitchell Miriam Tobin Becker College Award Geraldine Bridges I I THE NIIESSALONSKIEIZ RIPPLT' 14al'agfm,pJr4 fa 1 Q11 v-7 l H lf. Rl lz5S,'Xl.t DX Slx lili R I l'l'l .li 57 V 7-71,4747-gr7Q,-vvv-g,--v-v-irvv v-v--v- AY.. .e ,YA 4. 4 A ,., ,vAvA'.,',.v.'Av.vA'4,fcvA,4.-,f,Afv4vA.4-v l . 1 Gallert Shoe Store l 51 Main Street Waterville, Maine l NIQVVEST S'l'Yl.liS l I Compliments of 4 Boothby 8: Bartlett Co. ll INSURANCE l 185 Main Street Waterville, Maine 2: Mosher Chevrolet Co. F. J. MOSHER, Prop. SALES SERVICE 24 l-lour -0- Wreclcing Service U42 Main Street Oakland, Maine 3547- --7-47-47-:rar-nr ,sv,cv4xv,x-,N-,KYAv,X,Kv,-A,Av,v,v.x-,N,,v,,vAv4N-,,v,N-,x s 2 LEVINE'S lie Smart and Dress NVell at Leviues Waterville, Maine E. P. Williams, M. D. Water Street Oakland, Maine Telephone l28 Y lVlitchell's Garage Bechard S Used Car Co. 203 School St. Tel. 73-4 Used Parts Any Make Car and Day and Nlgllt WreClteI' Service Tel. lllll-W High St., Waterville, Me 58 THE MILSSALONSKIQIQ Rll'Ii'l,l2 f'A'A'A'A'A'A'A'A'A 'A'A'A 'A'4'A 'A '4'A 'A ' 1 1, Carleton D. Brown 1 11 PHOTOGRAPHER 1: Portraits of Distinction 1 1: Waterville, Maine 1 1 11 . 1 Nelly B. Wllbur 1 11 Women's Wear, Dry Goods-Greeting Cards and Gifts 11: Odd Fellows Bloclc Oakland, Maine 11 1,1 111 Compliments of Compliments of 1 4:1 Poliquin's Jewelry Store Bertram Mosher 1 . :I Waterville, Maine Bear SPI-Ing Camps 1 31 Compliments oi J. D. Ames, M. D. 1 1 Airways, Inc. H6 Oak Sr., Oakland, Maine 1 11 Waterville, Maine Telephone I8 1 1 1: Cherryis Compliments of 1 1 Cleaning-Pressing-Shoe Shining ji Maddocks 11 228 Main St. Oakland, Maine 1 1 l n 1 Slmmons 8: Hammond Mfg. Co. 1: DIVISION OF GENERAL ICE CREAM 11 Fro-Joy Ice Cream 1: 141 Silver Street Waterville, Maine ll 377'-7'7'w7'ff'1?'v'w7's?57's7'x7'w7'f7'N7'f'S7'179 fs 1 ..Ns V v llllu Ml'.55AI-OIX5Klili RlI'l'l.lC I1Vfs.-s.A.-eva.1-.A.A.4If?L112-1215-11:f-11:-:4-12-:f-:4-'11ZA1'-si'-lzriiizs ll ll ll Compliments ol: ilu il R. P. Tracy ltl lql ii ll , .li Spiller Axe 8: Tool Co. Makers of All Hammered Axes ll: Oakland, Maine il li: OAKLAND UNIT oi: l I I li' New En land Dames, Inc. li ll, Try Our Print Butter Made Fresh From Local Dairies i Always Fresh Supply On l-land il lf, Compliments of Dr. E. I. and L. R. Whitney :ll Pooler's Market Osteopathic Physicians l Il: 3 Market Square Oakland, Me. l-72 Cllufch Sf-1 Tel- 2l ll ll 3, Rolandas Market R. T. TLIFCOUB il Groceries-Meats Dentist Phone I49 Upper Church St., Oakland, Me. Main St., WBfeI'Vllle, Me. l ll ig! li lil Compliments of II lfi Tl L. G. Bunker, M. D. Waterville, Maine Compliments ol: Dr. John O. Piper Waterville, Maine i .,s,.fs,s,yf-,C-xfvivif-ff 4544. -if-fs,-if-aft,-sf., if-ff.,-QAYAV -r 00 l'H L, MILSS.-XIX DX SKl2Iz Rl l'l'l,lf, f' f 4X7 11111-vie---W-if Compliments ol Allen's Drug Store Waterville, Maine Compliments ol: Harold W. Kimball Dickinson Block Waterville, Maine Dunham's Quality Always Wins Waterville, Maine Compliments ol: Charles F. Baxter, D. D. S. Compliments of Waterville, Maine S. A. Fisher, M. D. The Bike Shop Expert Bicycle Repairing FOSTER S. THWING 63 Summer St. Tel. U44 Compliments of Farwell's Fabric Shop 75 Temple St., Waterville, Me. L. R. Brown MERCHANT TAILOR Suits and Overcoats Made to Order l0l+ Main St., Waterville, Me. While You Are ln Waterville Visit The Puritan The Restaurant Par EXCELLENCE Also Refreshments lxfzffyfyfzv-f-,A.fvAyx:.:,AyfA,z'x,A,fx,+-'Av'.f'sf-x,L.,A.:,, Ai-Av-AI-Al--Llf -1-Ar-I-Al-4 Al--14.444-Ll4-44Ll1 A..-4. TIIIE BIl'ISS,Xl.C DNSKICIC Rl I'I'l.li 61 fA?CfIAZA'LC7sfA13IA3YAfAfA?A'gZ 5 . Il 1, Compliments ol: 154 5 State Opera ,il 1: THEATRE HOUSE :ll 5 Waterville, Maine ll I Isl 1: 11: 1: DENTIST 5 5 5 I . . . I I, 50 Ma1n Street Tel. 71-I Watervllle, Malne 45: 11 5 ll' I 5 5 1, D. M. Marshall Co. ll :I Sporting Goods and Fishing Tackle-Light and Heavy I-Iardware, Finished Ill sl Lumber and Building Material. ll I: Lime and Cement, Plumbing and Repairing, Paints and Oils. I: 5 Oakland, Maine Phone 120 1 5 1 I l H' T' Drew L. Taeeliff + Il Teacher ol: JEWELER I JI Violin and Trumpet 1 ,I I33 Main St. Waterville, Me. H 15 I05 Main St., Waterville, Me. 15+ 1 5 I ll 5 . 5 ', Errnan Smlth Stanley A. Cobb 5,5 5 DENTIST ll 5, RADIO and ELECTRIC SERVICE ll I, 76 Main St., Waterville, Me. I :I Oakland, Maine Telephone 64 tl ' 1 I I 5 I1 Church St. Service Station Compliments of :ll 5 :, Texaco and Tydol Gas-Oil J. C. Penney Co., Inc. 1: veedel on Range-Fuel on Wa.e,,,i11e, Main., ,if 1 11 C2 Tlili MICSSA LONSKICIE R l l'l'l,li 44444444A-AAA44,.!A,...,-,.A!4.4.4,,. W. H. Wheeler 8: Son FURNITURE Oil Stoves-Radios-Wallpaper 486 Church Street Oakland, Maine Compliments ol Fisher's Printing Service Compliments of Proctor 8: Bowie Co. Just Across the Bridge Telephone 456 Waterville, Maine Compliments of B W Brown The Grace 8: Ideal Shop A to Repairing PERMANENT WAVES 53.00 AND UP U me chafah sf., Oakland, Maaaa Telephones 399 and 174 W. S. Pillsbury 8: Son Complete Farm Equipment John Deere and DeLava1 Prompt Service - Repairs Waterville Tel. 613 Maine N:.:N,A-,-ff,:.:,,A.fy:ifx.f-,Qtr-f'vA.:-.f.fafY-Z-:fir-2-'Q 3, 1111144P1 A - 41--I-,-l--L1 Ar ---AAA -L4,.4,.-4--4,-, Tllli MICSSALONSKIQIE RII'l'l.Ii 63 'X,N,L,-L,A,1x,,N,L,4N,L,A':'K1'A'l'A1'AZAfAZA13eIA1'A1Te:A1'-x':Ai'Ai7e1'4N'7 Compliments of 1 1 l Harrls Bakmg Co. ' 1:1 Bakers of Better Bread, Cake and Pastry 11: Waterville, Maine lil 'I 1f1 Compliments of :Il l l J. H. Morse Co. 1: Quality Goods at Lowest Prices Over 46 Years of Service in Oakland I I Dakin Sporting Goods Company CAMERAS AND CAMERA SUPPL Outfitters For All Sports IES HUNTING + FISHING + CAMPING v ATHLETICS Wholesale and Retail Shears Ground, Rackets Restrung + Bike ancl Gun Repairs 25 Central St., Bangor, Me. 58 Temple St., Waterville, Me. Compliments ol: J. s. BROPHY ALL VARIETIES OF GARDEN SEEDS LAWN GRASS SEED-VELVET AND SHADY SPOT FERTILIZER FOR ALL CROPS-LIME, CHEMICALS, INSECTICIDES Remember your garden will be just as good as the seed you plant Telephone 203 Oakland, Maine C0mP'ime fS of Gilbert's Cash Market Ste1'n,S Quality Foods at Lowest Department Stores Possible Prices Telephone 75 I1 1: 1:1 1,1 1,1 4 l 1l1 Ill I1 1 1,1 Il 1l1 Ill 1,1 1,1 1 lil l l lil II 11 JI Ill 1 l' Il 1 l1 -r 1,,4t-l.1- Y-YAY-vfviv-V-vfvAJ 04 TH li Nl l2SS.'Xl.ONSKlil2 Rl l'l'l.li l THR ' ' ' ' ' ' T ll :ll ll ll Il lf nl lf ll va :rf A ,+ ll' G ll .3 E IN 1. 1' ,f ll 'll l 0 ll l S 'lr : gf! 1:- f H nf' l qll l qi ll l lil is rr l cl 'fbme 141 ll l l l l l ,l Wfwple Nook 1, ll l ll BY RESERVATION ONLY ll is Telephone, Oakland 57 ll ll . . l 1 Bulger's Rldlng Stable King Axe SL T001 CO. ,Il 1 Saddle Horses To Let Makers ol: l-ligh Grade Axes l l-leath Street, Oakland, Me. Qaklandl Maine M l l g xl: , Frank M. Brown 11: : WIRTHMORE FEEDS-Lows BROTHERS PAINT lil l Telephone 5 Oakland, Maine :lt l - - ....- .,.. zfzvzvzf14v:':':':':':.:i:1f:2-icivzfr-'Q I Zaman 8'SZ'euaz4 Mfg 0 Makers of Hxghest Grade ALL HAMMERED SCYTHES 8: AXES Over Fo ty Fou Years of Cont nuad Busmess Oakland Mame 1Daterv1lle Hardware 81. Plumbmq Supplq Co Plumbmg Heatrng EICCCIICRI Supplres P t O ls Va hes Roofing Mater als Local Agents For Humphreys Mlrard Sanitary Lucas Paints Plumbmg Flxturas 20 Ma n St eat Tel Waterv Ile III3 Theo B agg Ada Bragg ZBragg'5 Zfiarher 8: Eeauig Shun All Kmds of Beauty Sarvuca Thermrque Bonat and Machmeless Permanent! 423 Chu ch St eet Tel 205 Burien Rather 8: Zlieautg Shun CHARLES F JONES Prop iUpsta1rs over Hager sl Ill Man Street Watervlllo Marne Tel IO69 . 0. U , r - r i ' . 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