Willsboro Central High School - Gilliland Yearbook (Willsboro, NY)

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The Class of 1937 — Its History s June approaches, the senior class recalls former years of stu ly. Originally the class totaled twenty-one members but through these three years it has dwindled to but eleven. The class was organized in 1933 under Mr. Gerald T 'layer, former teacher of science. The following officers were elected: President, Evelyn Brunet; Vice-President, Arnold Spierto: Secretary, Norman King; Treasurer, John Adams. However, being freshmen, not much of great importance was accomplished. As sophomores the class elected Arnold Spierto as President; Norman King. Vice-President; Evelyn Brunet, Secretary, Mr. Thayer, the advisor., and Marshall Benedict acted as Treasurer. Um.er the guidance of Mr. Thayer two one-act plays were given. The car. of “King Row” was Marshall Benedict, Marv Sliambo, Ronald Marshall, Arnold Spierto, Rena King, who has since left school, Evelyn Brunet ana mai g.:re, i .aheuy. The cast of “Fiance for Fanny” inclu led George Blanchard, William Feltt, Norman King. M illiard Stranahan, and Howard Halen, the latter two having left school. 'n 1935- as Juniors, the class electe 1 'lie following officers: Marshall Benedict, President; Margaret Flaherty, Vice-President; Evelyn Brunet, Secretary; and Mr. Thayer, Treasurer and A..visor The Black Panther Orchestra from Mi l llebury College attracted an enthusiastic crowd to the Hallowe’en dance in the school. Ten dollars was added to the bank account by giving several food sales. The “Fat and Lean” games for which the townsmen donate.1 their services, ach ed to the class activities. The class purchased their senior rings a year early so that the expenses of graduation would be less. 1 he three act play entitled “The Adventures of Grandpa” included a cast of: Mary Shambo, Evelyn Brunet, Margaret Flaherty, Norman King. Arnold Spierto, George Blanchard and Marshall Benedict. The final year began with the class showing high ambitions, even though they lost their advisor, of three years, Mr. Gerald Thayer, who is now teach :ng in Baldwin:, Long Island, Mr. Joseph Zawistoski, the new science teacher, accepted the position of class advisor. The seniors, following their predecessors, distinguished themselves as magazine salesmen. Several attempts were made at producing the senior play, but because of the conflict of other school activities, practices were discontinued. And so. on leaving, the senior class wishes to tha d the faculty and every one else, who suffered, and endure 1 our presence in almost agonized silence, •and who cooperated in every way and tried to extend to us at least a particle of learning. Again, our heartfelt thanks—. We leave in June, but the Spirit of Learning that favore 1 us in our school years, will return to help others achieve a similar goal.

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Commencement Week-End Program Baccalaureate Service Sunday Evening, June 20, 1937 8:00 O’clock Processional Seniors Junior marshals, John Adams, Mary Martin Invocation ......... Rev. Fr. Brennan Baccalaureate Address ....... Rev.D. S. Clute Pastor, Methodist-Episcopal Church, Ausable Forks, New York Music: “Listen to the Lambs” . . . . . . . R. N. Dett High School Chorus directed by Mrs. Norton Hymn Benediction ......... Rev H. Duncan Graduation Exercises Monday Evening, June 21, 1937 8:00 O’clock Invocation ......... Rev. H. Duncan Music: “God Rest Our Glorious Land” . . . . . . C. Engel High School Chorus directed by Mrs. Norton Senior Essays Margaret Flaherty Evelyn Brunet Norman King Commencement Address ...... Prof. Waldo Heinrichs Professor of Contemporary Civilization, Middlebury College Music- “On Great Lone Hills” ...... Jean Sibelius High School Chorus Announcement of Honor Students of Graduating Class and Presentation of Prizes ...... Prof. R. G. Lilly Presentation of Diplomas ...... Mr. W. H. Howell President. Board of Education Benediction ......... Rev. H. Duncan Senior Reception immediately following close of exercises.

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Senior Activities MARSHALL BENEDICT August 28, 1919 “JERRY” “The Ladies’ Man” “Marshall is quiet, serious-appearing, and has a very amiable disposition. If he realizes his ambition, Marshall will be attending Oswego Norma! School next year.” Activities: Class president, (3, 4); Treasurer, (2); Dramatics, (2, 3); Chorus, (1, 2, 3, 4,); lancer staff, (3); Hi-Y, (2, 3. 4); Basketball (1, 2, 3, 4); Baseball, (3, 4); Class marshal (3). GEORGE BLANCHARD February 8, 1920 “Buster” “Give me a freshman girl.” “George is a very determined lad and usually succeeds in getting what he plans. He is planning to attend Oswego State Normal next year.” Activities: Dramatics, (2, 3); Chorus, (2, 3, 4); laneer staff, (3, 4.); Hi-Y (3, 4); Basketball (i, 2. 3, 4); Baseball, (3, 4); Junior Achievement O ■ 2, 3, 4b EVELYN BRUNET April 29, 1919 “Evie” “A girl who always thinks she’s right” “A short, fat blonde is Evelyn. She is always known to her classmates as a dependable person and lias always managed the secretarial work of our class with expert care. We must say that Evelyn can pull some very stupid boners when out of town. Her plans for next year are indefinite.” Activities: Class president, (1); Secretary. (2, 3); Secretary-Treasurer, (4) ; Dramatics, (2, 3) ; Chorus, (1, 2, 3, 4); laneer staff- (3- 4): Hi-Y, 11, 2, 3. 4); 1’uiilic Speaking, (4); Library club, (3) ; French club, (t, 2. 3, 4) : Cheer leader, (3, 4) ; Class speaker at Commencement, (4).