Wilson Central School - Crest Yearbook (Wilson, NY)

Text from Pages 1 - 28 of the 1912 volume:

The Banner Store Headquarters for High School Banners and Pennants of every kind. A good variety always on hand. Any special kind of pennant or banner made up'to order on short notice. Picture frames and art goods a speciality. Pyrographic outfits and supplies, pierced brass goods and a special line of up-to-date Christmas Cards and Calendar Pads. A line of choice inexpensive goods kept particularly for Holiday trade. CUDDEBACK COOPER, Undertakers and Furniture. WILSON. N. Y. H. L. TREICHLER, Hardware Dealer, WILSON, N. Y. Horse Clipping Machines Stewart No. 1. Ball Bearing Inclosed Gear. Each $7.50 Sheep Shearing attachment including four sets of knives Each $7.75. Combination No. 1 Machine for both Clipping Horses and Sheep Shearing $15.25. We grind clipper knives and furnish repairs for clipping machines. Compliments of Miller Brown WILSON, N. Y. If you have a Cold call at MIDDLETON JOHNSON’S and get a box of the best Cold Tablets. We carry a full line of Drugs, Perfumes, Toilet Articles, Etc. Paints and Oils, Try our Ice Cream Soda. Compliments of J. W. Hackett Son WILSON, N. Y. If you want Ice Cream or Soda A Quick Lunch or Horae Baked Goods. Call on ANNIE E. JOHNSON, Wilson, N. Y. WM. H. BORNGRAEBER Manufacturer and Dealer in Harnesses, Blankets, Robes, Whips, Etc. Made to Order Harnesses a Specialty. Trunks, Valises, Suit Cases, also Imperial Self-Heating Flat Iron. WILSON, N. Y. ARTHUR BUNDY WILSON, N. Y. If you wish a clean shave and the wrinkles taken out of your face call on ARTHUR BUNDY, first door west from the Drug store. Tobacco and Cigars of the finest brands, those that make you sleep sound and guaranteed to leave no bad effect. Billiard and Pool Tables in connection. J. O. MOORE Veterinary Surgeon. Office and Residence, Lake St. Bell Phone 21-R-2. WILSON, N. Y. Here you are M r. FARMER $135.00. For this strictly first-class high grade, f u 1 i y equipped Gaso-lene Engine which will also run on Kerosene to accommodate you should jrou run short. Speed is steady enough for electric light and powerful enough to fill your Silo. I also ca rry the very best Cylinder Oils, Cup Greases, G a s o-lene, Dry Batteries and doGaso-1 e n c Engine, Pump and general Machine Repairing. D. M. PETTIT, Wilson , N. V. F. P. SEELEY REAL ESTATE OFFICE Money Loaned, Notes Discounted, Bills Collected, Drafts Sold. Agent for Pennsylvania Insurance Co., and Agricultural Insurance Co. Notary Public with Seal. WILSON, N. Y. -4 Hi JL (Cljrmttck VOL. II. MARCH 1912. NO. 2. Principal Mcllroy has informed the pupils of our High School of recent changes made in the Regent’s rules in regard to various school matters. No examinations will be given in first year English or in the first year of any foreign language in the future. Academic counts for the first two years of English or any other language, may be secured by passing the examinations at the end of the second year. No student can earn counts by pursuing the study of a language for the first year only. At the discretion of the Commissioner of Education Dr. A. S. Draper school ratings will hereafter be accepted in the following subjects: Second year English, elementary algebra elementary book-keeping, elementary botany, physiology. Nevertheless the teachers will need to mark papers on these subjects, as carefully, as before for the Regents reserve the right to review them any time within a year after the examination was taken. Schools are now given a choice in the subject of drawing or elementary representation and design. Most of the rural high schools are pursuing the mechanical course as the students are thus better fitted for farm life, the trades or the engineering course in college. A new academic diploma has been prepared by the Education Department. It contains the same number of counts as the old one, 72, but is issued in three grades as follows : A diploma based upon a passing mark of 60 per cent, in each subject. A diploma with credit in which 40 per cent, of the 72 counts must be earned with the standing of at least 75 per cent, and a diploma with honor 40 of whose 72 counts were secured at 90 per cent, or more. Advanced diplomas are issued to students holding academic diplomas and have 18, 36 or 54 counts earned in addition. Of the 72 counts necessary for our academic diploma 13 must be in English, 8 in history, and 10 each in science and mathematics. For admission to the training class the following qualifications are necessary, any one of which will be accepted: First all academic diplomas. Second, a teacher’s certificate expired or unexpired. Third, a preliminary certificate and in addition first year English, physiology or biology, drawing besides any other 18 counts. The Senior Clast It was with great pleasure that the “class of 1912” on February fifth introduced the class of 1913 into the frolic and fun of Junior Senior life. We only entered into the simple things because we feared that if we should go farther the class of ’13 the following day would suffer from a severe nervous break down and of course we wished nothing like this to happen so soon to a class consisting of eight girls and only two boy members. We think it is much better to have a class consisting of all girl members. They are so energetic as the “class of 1912” has proved to you Just before the class of '13 arrived on the scene we were aware of the fact that they were approaching for we heard a faint sound which we finally decided was a small imitation of a class yell and about seven years out of date. But nevertheless we know they will do better next time for they have now had one very choice and valuable lesson from the “class of 1912 ” After a delicious lunch a few games were played. One of these proved to be Fruit Basket. It was at this time we found out what a helpful and cheerful companion Mr. Mcllroy had, for when he came to fill his fruit basket he turned to her and said, “Let’s see was it apples they put in first?” After she had helped him get the apples in safely, all the rest went in without any hard work, but if Mrs. Mcllroy had not been present to help him we fear he would have ended by putting in Elson's American History. At one moment we were almost forced to believe that the Junior president was actually very bright indeed but it all leaked out in the end as all Junior things will, and we found that it was natural for him to use his left hand instead of his right and his poor weary brain had not been working at all. One of the Junior girls was actually so hungry that when the cake was passed to her she took the fork that was on the cake plate so as to be able to eat faster, but the punishment for all this fell on another member for when she came to drink her cocoa but after her hearts the cup stuck fast to the tablecloth as if glued there great difficulty it finally gave way and she drank to con tent. Many other interesting things happened but it would ake too long a time and to much energy to relate more about those terrible Juniors and as for the Seniors, we never tell on each other. One more jolly time has gone, and in one way it is with great sorrow that we, the “class of 1912” wait for the month of June, which will bring Commencement week. —J. R. H. ’12 Looking before the Footlights. Looking before the footlights or in other words “starring in vaudeville” is no easy matter. The Senior Class has had great experience in this particular line of work in giving their play Rebecca’s Triumph.” Although it has been hard work they have enjoyed it. Of course one does not dread the appearance in her own town as she does in going to some strange town. What one audience considers pathetic, another audience will consider it very funny. For instance, when the Seniors gave “Rebecca’s Triumph” at the Burt Opera House, the audience there recognized Meg as a true artist, while Youngstown took it as a huge joke, or as one person from Youngstown said, “too real.” At Burt Gyp also created quite a sensation, and the report is that Gracie’s name will go down in history as the comedian of the class of 1912. The scenery and the footlights of the different towns which the class visited has left a lasting memory with them. Wilson furnished us beautiful scenery and footlights which no other town could excel. At Ransomville the footlights made Gyp look blacker and the old maid whiter, while the variegated curtains managed to hide the actress for a few minutes, at the end of each act, from the eyes of the vast multitude below. During the stay at North Ridge the Seniors played for the first time on an elevated stage which was very near to the top of the door through which they made their “entrees” and “exits.” Edna and Joanna will prove this by the bumps on their heads. At Burt we had lovely scenery and a very attentive audience, which spoke well for the promising growth of Burt. At Youngstown the stage lacked everything but a curtain and footlights. Oh, those beautiful footlights at Youngstown can we ever forget them? The Seniors have worked hard for their Washington, D. C. trip, but they sincerely thank each town that they have “starred” in for coming out and hearing the great three act comedy, “Rebecca’s Triumph.” —K. B. W. ’12 S (Glrrmticle TEN CENTS A COPY. VOL. II. MARCH 1912. NO. 2 CHRONICLE STAFF. Literary Editor Ruth Blacklock, Associate Editor Kathryne Wilson, Managing Editor Joanna Hamilton, Advertising Editor Amy Hamblin, Asst. Advertising Editor Mabelle Gillis, EDITOR!A IS. The March number of the W. H. S. Chronicle is the second issue of this paper, and consequently is expected to be in great demand. A great deal has happened for the welfare of the “class of 1912” since the November issue, and we wish to extend our thanks to all who have so willingly helped us toward one of our two chief aims. We hope that the newly organized Junior Class will next year try to publish as good a paper as we have, with a new head and a new staff; in many cases the W. H. S. Chronicle should take on new ideas. It is so easy for a paper to get into a “rut” and stay there, and what is most needed is a variety of ideas to keep up interest. All things taken into consideration, we prophecy that the class of 1913 will follow our example set for them and publish a High School paper composed of good material. We sincerely hope that all who have helped us by buying an issue of the Chronicle will be fully repaid by enjoying many happy moments in partaking of its contents. The dreaded mid-year examinations are over. Some of us have been rewarded for weeks of hard work. Others of us, not quite so successful are simply making the best of things. No doubt many have resolved to take more of an interest in High School this term. What better way can you find than by writing for the High School paper ? Our next edition will be in April. Other papers all around us Can make our own sublime If our fellow school mates send in Contributions all the time. Here a little, there a little; Story, club note, song or jest; If you want a “slick” school paper, Each of you must do your best. ‘ ‘Seniors are Going Some ” The Seniors are rushing with head long momentum With the learning of plays and the work to present ’um, With talented ladies who give talented readings With work for “perfection” in all our proceedings With hardest of lessons with classes uncounted With heights unattained that must still be surmounted With mind, soul and body, we’re working for money (But if, you knew why, you would not think funny) We’re going to Washington, Easter vacation We’ll send picture post-cards to all our relations So what do we care ? For they said that our play Was the best they had witnessed for many a day And when it was over they came to exclaim “Why, it was just fine ! Why not have it again ? And so we will go with our girls bright, and witty— Present “Becky’s Triumph” in each busy city Until with a pocket-book full, overflowing, We start for D. C. Don’t you wish you were going? G. H. ’12. SCRAPS.” •LAUGH AND GROW FAT. Fair Greece may have excelled in art, Great Rome in making laws; And yet we see a thing or two No Caesar ever saw, Although he traveled miles and miles— A thing to equal modern style! Ruth Clark “Fosters” many a happy hope now days. We are sorry to hear of Elberta’s misfortune nothing left there but David now. No case of lockjaw has ever been traced to a blister caused by a snow shovel. Why didn’t Mrs. Blake like to go to the laboratory? There is gladness in her gladness when she’s glad. There is sadness in her sadness when she’s sad; But the gladness in her gladness when she’s glad, And the sadness in her sadness when she’s sad. Don’t compare with her madness when she’s mad. We have heard that long epistlary messages are continually arriving to the president of the training class. What time is it? Oh I don’t know, it hasn’t been announced yet. Ask Mabel K. Anna Smith’s latest occupation—a Weaver. A mouse makes a woman scream with , fright while a rat only makes her hair stand up. Harold Dyer’s favorite song “Anybody here seen Kelly ?” Isn’t it queer that Ada Miller is so selfish, she is continually wanting Moore, Moore, Moore. It is a pity that Wilson isn’t always good enough for some people. Probably it isn’t reddy yet. It has been said that the training class is advertising, but we not know what for. Little blinding snow storms Little winds that roar, Make the precious coal pile Shrink up more and more. It certainly is a shame that the school house is so cold for the new teacher. It would be a good plan for the Board of Education to introduce the “Armstrong Heater.” Mr. Mcllroy is growing thinner every day, caused by worrying over the terrible times he is going to have when he goes with the senior class to Washington, D. C. It is sincerely hoped that some, at least from the class of ’12 will choose the stage in after life as their particular calling, for what the world will lose if they do not is inestimable. Extracts from Senior Rehersal. This hall is like a barn. I’m catching my death of cold. Has any one seen Edna? Do you think we’ll ever get this learned ? I don’t know where I’m going to get a wig. I can’t do that last act if I practice all winter. Don’t you wish you were one of the cooking club so you could get something to eat ? Query: Who is the star in the play ? Reply: We are all “Stars.” Extracts from behind the Curtain. “For goodness sake, get away from that glass, and give another person a chance.” “Is my hat on straight ?” “Has anyone seen my shoes ?” “I don’t believe we’re going to have a crowd at all. There’s no one but children down there.” “Say, is my hair powdered enough ?” “Has anyone taken my snuff box ?” Oh, dear! I don’t believe we’ll make anything.” “Cheer up Washington is ahead.” “Girls, do the flowers on my hat stand up straight enough.” Gyp, do keep out the way, you will have our dresses all black.” “Stop bobbing around us, you’ll have the wire out of that pigtail.” “Say, am I black enough ?” “Girls, girls, you’ll have to be quiet. Every one get your positions.” Force of Habit. “Why did you break your engagement with that school teacher ?” “If I failed to show up at her house every evening she expected me to bring a written excuse signed by my mother.” Revenged. ‘‘Johnny, I have great news for you; I am going to marry your sister. What do you think about that ?” “I think it serves her right.” The Senior Class have decided to buy an aeroplane for quick transportation from Miller Brown’s corners to Washington street for W. Hunter’s and L. Bush’s special benefit. “Cook did you stay long in your last place ?” “I never stays nowhere long enough to be discharged. I’s one of these heer fireless Gookers.” It is said that the moon always shines over Church’s house. Is that why you don’t need a lantern at that particular spot, Douglas ? Notice. Mr. Mosher has sold his driving horse for he thinks it is much more convenient to sit in the back of bob-sleighs than upon the driver’s seat. Undoubtedly Cleland agrees with him. Beatrice translating in German: “The rooster cackled.” It must have been one that belonged to the Juniors. Can it be true as Edna H. says that the night is divided into four equal washes ? Edna Huntington is pretty Frank, but ask her, and see if she will own up to having Fitz quite often. Myra is always early. Douglas, old man, we’re glad to see that time mends broken hearts. Helen L. is very disappointed to think it will be such a long time before the Physics class can begin laboratory work again. We were sorry to overhear one member of the Junior class say that she lived in the Town of Porter. One of the members of the Class 1913 thinks so much of the Senior class that she even asked their advice as to who she should ask to go to the Junior party with her. We hope that some one will take the pains to give some of the boys in First Year English class a pair of baby’s rubbers to play with. School Characteristic . Best Dancer, Cleland Shaw. Most Studious, Harold Mosher. Smallest Feet, Ray Clark. Most Kissable, Unus McMullen. Most Peculiar Gait, Walter Ryan. Best Fighter, Ruth McCormack. Most Popular, C. Bobzine. Worst Flirt, Raymond Thompson. Least Inquisitive, Beatrice Lockwood. Most Attractive, Alice Strubing. Homeliest, Harold Singer. Fastest Talker, Leora Wadsworth. Curliest Hair, Douglas Pease, Most Inclined to Mischief, Myra Wakeman. Dullest of All, Edna Huntington, Girl Hater, Lloyd Duxbury. Sweetest Disposition, Stanley Sherman. “Boss,” George Hamblin. Most Bashful, Helen La Port. Spooniest, La Baron Hayne. Life on the Road. After the first night of Rebecca’s Triumph at Wilson when the applause of the audience for our great play reached its height the Senior Vaudeville Company started out to go from place to place. One may think that a life on the road is fun but there are also many difficulties which everyone is not willing to face. Of course our first great trip was to our nearest large city, Ransomville. At 10:30 a. m. with suit cases, band boxes, etc., the company left the school house to set out on a weary march to the depot. Our only path was a wagon track cut deep in the snow. Banging each other with suit cases, falling over our feet and then rising to yell in vain at a passing wagon we at last reached our destination. The train being late and the depot full of passengers an exhibition was made of Clarissa’s and The-ophilus’ hats, much to the amusement of the people. On the train our class yells and laughter deafened everyone. The defenceless conductor (poor man), frightened and bashful was pushed to the rear by Crazy Meg and Gyp much to the disgust of one pious lady who looked at us with eyes of horror. The Opera Hall at Ransomville was sublime, especially the stage. The outer curtain was composed of blue cambric and white cheese cloth attached to a copper wire. As the curtain did not reach the end of the stage the United States flag was substituted. All other doubts however were swept away when the news of the money we had made reached us and of course Billie was there to cheer us, especially Grace. That night we were driven to Mabelle’s home where Gyp and one of the girls after dancing and singing most of the night decided to snore till morning. The most wonderful trip was to one of our largest cities in the state, North Ridge, where at the “Star Theatre,” the class again gave their play. It was zero weather with the snow blowing and six miles to ride. You never would have recognized us with the shawls, blankets and every conceivable thing around us. For instance Katie had a pink scarf tied over her mouth to keep her teeth from freezing for we knew that was the only way we could possibly keep her mouth closed. None of us could sort ourselves out so when we arrived we all jumped out at once, pealed off a few layers and then we knew who we were. The class still wonders where Mrs. Coulter put all our wraps. The stage at the “Star Theatre,” was built on tables with some of the seats below the platform. Oh, those kids we could not see underneath the stage! Every time a person made an exit a large piece of the few brains that they had was knocked off by an uncommon low door and one of us had the misfortune to pull off the oven door. Next morning ten below zero we rode to Ransomville, each one having just about nine-tenths of their belongings and the worst of it was Gyp rolled out of the rear of the sleigh, got lost in a snow bank with her feet tangled up in Meg’s wig. The train being late at Ransomville we amused ourselves performing stunts, much to the disgust of Katie. I don’t believe that quiet, pious girl, our Katie, has yet recovered from her indignity. One bright sunny afternoon we again arrived with our baggage at the Wilson depot, and took the train for Burt. Oh ! how hungry we were that night. Velma went in search of hot dogs, lost her way in the attempt but was rescued by some Seniors who unable to to bear the suspension any longer were parading the streets, waving caps high over their heads and screaming, “A hot dog now or never!” Our only trouble was Gracie’s longing for Billie’s presence. We told the man at the door to inquire of everyone if he were Billie and the first to appear was the handsome youth. Then Gracie’s anger was over and her joy complete. Some of the girls went to Kruskie’s to spend the night. The two drivers of the sleigh were Velma’s and Anna’s particular friends and I wish you could have seen our two quietest girls. Why, they simply shocked us. They spooned continually, drove us five miles out of the way and the rest will not be mentioned here. A weary bunch we arrived home for school the next morning. Our final journey was to Youngstown. When we reached the hall we found some young fellows ready to greet a few of the girls. We certainly wonder how Ethel ever parted with the nice looking chap with the fur cap. But that hall inside. There was supposed to be a curtain at the rear of the stage but I think it was composed simply of some posts with paper fastened to them to hold them down. Mrs. Delaine certainly had a large bay window in her home and a tub was behind the curtain to catch the water from the leaky ceiling. The audience of course took that as a part of the scenery to one of the dismal acts. The last trouble of our eventful stage life at Youngstown was the losing of two of the girls but finally after a long search they were found sliding down the banks of the Niagara River on their muffs. Thus we have traveled and expect to journey the world over with our ever famous play “Rebecca’s Triumph.” —E. R. S. ’12. Our Last Appearance on the Stage. Not long after the trip to Youngstown we decided to travel to Barker, as our funds were at rather a low ebb. So to herald our approach, a delegation was sent on ahead, as the people would plan a reception worthy of us. And indeed it certainly exceeded our expectations, for we were snowballed down one street, until we didn’t know whether we were a theatrical troupe or a moving van. But for once the hall was large enough to turn around in, and then some to spare. After we had eaten our supper we were summoned to the stage to have our picture taken, as it was to be put in all the leading newspapers. If you wish to see it, you can look in the Buffalo paper for that particular date. It would take too long to relate all our adventures, ex- cept that we were making great progress in the first act, when the lights went out, (something that never happens at Wilson), Meg was just singing, The lights went out, and I was left in darkness.” After the play we gathered our belongings into our suit cases, and while one girl sat on the end, another snapped them shut. Then the company” dispersed to different homes, where they were to be entertained. But Mother Chirrup by mistake wore home Gyp’s shoes, and Gyp was left with—well— sure you’d be after laughing if I told you who’s shoes.” Just as the first grey of dawn appeared, the household where Gyp stayed was awakened by an awful scream. It was Mother Chirrup with Gyp’s shoes. But when the package was undone, there was one of Gyp’s and one of Uncle Hyram’s ! Gyp tried in vain, but could not get her foot into Uncle Hyram’s shoe. At last the difficulty was solved by the appearanoe of Uncle Hy-ram himself. Both seemed to be glad to get their own property. But the trip home on the train! We sincerely hope that Mr. Mcllroy will have strict rules when we go to Washington or otherwise some of our crowd will elope with the porters. H. B. ’12. MAURICE H. BULLARD ARTHUR H. BULLARD BULLARD BROS. General .. Merchandise Highest prices paid for Butter and Eggs. Bell Phone 13-R-2 OLCOTT BEACH, N. Y. Don’t forget to Buy the Pt 51 Chmiirlr For the month of April. WARREN A. BUSH General .. 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