Windsor Locks High School - Herald Yearbook (Windsor Locks, CT)

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THE HIGH SCHOOL HERALD 9 veling at the won derful exhibitions of swimming and diving, given by Miss Kilty during her present visit in England. We are not surprised at this, for Grace began her athletic pursuits when a student at Windsor Locks High. This is a clipping from the Boston Globe— June 1. L926. The first Saturday of June will provide an unusually attractive list of sporting events in Boston. And league baseball games will surely attract the largest crowds. One of the stellar attractions will be the appearance on the diamond of “Con” O’Leary, of the St. Louis Americans. A year ago, when he was in the “Pacific Coast” league, he held the home run record, surpassing the record made in 1922 by “Babe Ruth.” Well, we’re not surprised at this, because “Con” was always a great baseball star on our High School team. Here is another clipping taken from the Springfield Republican—April 5, 1926. The new Ford jitney bus which is to run between Windsor Locks and Thompsonville, will be operated by Helen Sweeney. As Miss Sweeney has driven since she was a slip of a girl, the commuters and passen¬ gers are assured of an efficient driver. Yes, Helen could always handle a car, but we didn’t know she was especially fond of driving a “Ford.” Oh, another paragraph taken from the Bos¬ ton Globe—April 22, 1925. Yesterday, at the City Hall great interest was evidenced by the thousands of people, who listened attentively to the great speech delivered by Mayor Edward J. McCulloch. His honor has become one of the most fa¬ mous orators in the country, and his au¬ dience was held spellbound by his eloquence. Eddie was always the best orator of our class, so this does not astonish us. Here is an article taken from the New York Times—March 8, 1924. One of the sensational successes of this year’s theatrical season was Doris Parsons, in “The Affairs of Art”, at the Knicker¬ bocker Theatre, New York. A week after its production, all New York was talking of the newly discovered star. Critics called her work, “a magnificent piece of acting”. They declared that her performance was “the crowning point” in the remarkable play, and a distinguished career is assured her. We all knew that this was Doris’ one goal, and so we are glad she has gained such spectacular success. Here is another article taken from the As¬ sociated Press—July 30, 1937. News has been received from abroad that Theresa Cerri has arrived at Genoa, Italy, accompanied by her celebrated and noted husband, who has gone there to accept a position with the Genoa Grand Opera Com¬ pany. Theresa always enjoyed music, so we were not surprised to learn of her marriage to a great singer. And now, dear friends ,since we have al¬ lowed you to peruse with us the pages of the, “Book of Futures for the Class ot 1922”, we trust you will join in wishing that our dreams of success may all come true. Mary Kirk, 1922. - (o) - CLASS GIFT TO SCHOOL. Often we hear people say:—“What will I give?” “What will be of the most value ciate?” “What will be of thte most value to her or to him?” These are the most im¬ portant questions one must consider before selecting a gift. And so has been the case with us, the Class of 1922, in selecting a gift to leave our teachers and schoolmates, as we are about to bid them farewell. What shall we give, what will they most appre¬ ciate and what will be of most value to them ? Learning comes through study, and to study one must know how to read. Great pleasures as well as benefits are derived from reading books and magazines. But is that what we seek, pleasure ? What is pleasure? There are two kinds of pleas¬ ure, harmful and beneficial, respectively. And the majority of books and magazines furnish us with beneficial pleasure, for by reading them we read facts and see ideas, we learn facts and manufacture ideas in our own minds. For could we express ourselves in a proper way if we lacked knowledge of how other intelligent people express them¬ selves? Today it is the well read person who is successful. Our selection is the same as that of the two graduating classes before us, namely: subscriptions to two of our best magazines for a year, as we think this is the most profitable gift to such a large number of pupils and teachers. Wishing you much success and trusting you will obtain both pleasure and knowl¬ edge from our little remembrance, we will say farewell. Raymond Leary, ’22.

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8 THE HIGH SCHOOL HERALD all young ladies interested in the work will have an opportunity to hear Miss Eagan herself. She is a graduate of the W. L. H. S. and Boston University Teaching, that was always the topic of any conversation in which Marion was en¬ gaged. Well, at last Marion ' s dream was materialized. Is it possible that our class put out two nurses? Yes, and this next clipping is about Mary Kirk, taken from the New Haven Courier dated July 2, 1935. Miss Mary Kirk, who for the past two years has been head nurse in the Hartford Hospital, has resigned to till her new posi¬ tion in the Bellevue Hospital of New York. The hospital authorities received her resig¬ nation with regret, and, in expressing their opinion of her said, “She was loved by all the patients because of her untiring efforts to relieve their sufferings. Her kindness won her many faithful and devoted friends, who are sorry to see her leave.” Miss Kirk resides in Windsor Locks, but in the future expects to make her home in New York so as to be near her work. Mary was always so quiet and gentle, that we expected she would fill some such a position, and make a wonderful success of it, too. This looks quite interesting. This is an article taken from the Washington Post. Dated Oct. 7, 1929. The Capitol Woman’s Association of this city entertained, last evening, for Judge Mary Carrol and her party. The members of the Association turned out in large num¬ bers to show their appreciation of the honor conferred on them by so distinguished a guest. Mrs. Grace Johnson, of political and society fame acted as hostess on behalf of the Association. A dinner was served at which over two hundred guests were pres¬ ent. After dinner Mrs. Johnson introduced Judge Carrol to an assembly of over one thousand of Washington’s most eminent and influential citizens. Following this, Judge Carrol spoke of the platform on which she expects to win the senatorship of the State of Connecticut. Judge Carrol is prominent in political and society circles, and her efficiency cannot be doubted, as she has served as Representative in the Connec¬ ticut Legislature, as Mayor of Windsor Locks, and has also held minor political po¬ sitions in the State. In all these capacities she was remarkably successful, and as she has the good will of the people of the State, victory for her is certain. Judge Carrol will leave the City within a few days, to re¬ turn to her home town, Windsor Locks, Conn., to make early preparations for the coming campaign. Prominent politicians have expressed the opinion that Judge Car¬ rol will easily beat her opponents. Mary’s one ambition was to be prominent in politics. Well this clipping shows with¬ out a doubt that she has reached her goal. The next clipping was taken from the Hartford Courant dated Sept. 30, 1932. The United Tobacco Company of Connec¬ ticut held its annual elections last night. The president of the Association, Mr. Ray¬ mond Leary of W’indsor Locks, Conn , de¬ livered a most brilliant and inspiring ad¬ dress, with the result that he was re-elected by a plurality of seven hundred and eighty- nine. He completely out-classed all possible candidates by his address ,and the approval of the crowd was expressed by their thun¬ derous outbursts of applause. This is Mr. Leary’s fourth term as president. He had the ability to fill this position, and the com¬ pany has made rapid stories to success un¬ der his leadership. Raymond always was discussing tobacco from the time he was a young chap. No wonder he is so successful in this field. I will now let Miss Kirk finish the read¬ ing. Without doubt she has been anxiously awaiting her turn. Miss Kirk, I surrender the scrap book to you. -(o)- Here is an item taken from the New York Times—June 20, 1926. America hailed the introduction of her greatest prima donna on June 18, 1926, when Eleanor McLeod made her debut at the Metropolitan Opera House, New York City. Miss McLeod is a soprano of great promise, and as she sang, the melody of her fine, clear voice filled the theatre. With the exceptions of Rosa Ponselle and Galli-Curci, no operatic star has received the enthu¬ siastic welcome which greeted Miss McLeod last evening. We were not surprised to read this, be¬ cause way back in High School days, at al¬ most any hour of the day, Eleanor could be heard rendering a solo. This is an article taken from the Associated Press—Oct. 10, 1925. News has been received from London, that Grace Kilty, the American Swimming champion, has broken all international rec¬ ords by her recent success in swimming the English Channel. All London is mar-

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10 THE HIGH SCHOOL HERALD ACCEPTANCE OF CLASS GIFT. Members of the Class of 1922: In behalf of the teachers and undergrad¬ uates of the W. L. H. S., I wish to express to you, our gratitude for your parting gift. We feel sure that in presenting us with two of the best magazines, the “World’s Work,” and the “Literary Digest” you have our in¬ terests at heart. While your gift is not a large one, it is one that will be of great help to us all anu should prove invaluable to the English De¬ partment as well as the History Depart¬ ment and the Current Events Class. We shall make the very best use of this gift when it comes to the discussion of the topics of the day. Again we thank you and wish you all suc¬ cess in the years to come. Nathaniel Pastore, ’23. -(o)- CLASS POEM. Every class must have its poet, But in a class of twenty, Why should they pick on a person like me W’hen there is talent a-plenty? But alas, since the great and good powers that be Have given this difficult task to me, It’s not for me to question why But rather for me to do or die. And if the critics with instinct unerring, Call it—“neither flesh, fowl nor good red herring,” It certainly would grieve me sore But I’ve done my best, and could you do more? Now, to our Principal, tried and true, And staff of teachers, faithful few, Who have spared no effort to pull us through, Our most heartfelt thanks are due. Classmates, we have stood together Through both fair and stormy weather, Brimming with laughter or swimming with tears; This is the end of our High School years. We cry with deep grief, “Alas, and alack! We go forth from this school never more to come back.” Some may cling to the old home-lot “The world forgetting—by the world forgot.” While others, venturing more, Seek their fortune on some faraway shore, And then - God rest you, merry girls and gentle-men! Juliet Morehouse, ’22. -(o)- MEMORIAL DAY PROGRAM. Class of 1925. All Praise to Thee (The B lue Danube Blues) Opening Chorus The Spires of Oxford Sophie Blodgett Ode to Memorial Day Charles Albini Our Honored Dead Rose Broskiss Our Heritage George Chesnalevich Dead on the Field of Honor Felma George The Cost of Liberty Kenneth Burwood Keller’s American Hymn Chorus Kilmer Program Introduction Mae Duggan The 12:45 Miss Gelino, Miss Sullivan Main Street Mae Hendsey Roofs Sadie Fiandaco Letter to Sara Teasdale Herbert Alderman Holy Ireland Miss Boldway, Miss Landers Mid-Ocean in War Time Mary Kane Letter to Robert Holliday Elmer Byrne Memorial Day Agnes Connors All Praise to Thee Closing Chorus -(o)- STATISTICS. CLASS AS A WHOLE. The most popular girl, Marion Eagan; thinks she is, Eleanor Root. Most popular boy, Ray Leary; thinks he is, Emelio Ricci. Best looking girl, Grace Kilty; thinks she is, Doris Parsons. Best looking boy, Con O’Leary; thinks he is, Francis Wallace. Best dressed girl, Anna Lyons; thinks she is, Alice Morse. Best dressed boy, Ed. Mc¬ Cullough; thinks he is, Joe Hawley. Big¬ gest bluffer, Francis Wallace. Biggest grind, Alice Morse. Biggest grafter, Ed. McCullough. Giggler among the girls, Mary Carroll; among the boys, Ray Leary. Nois¬ iest boy, Emelio Ricci. Noisiest girl, Eleanor Root. Class baby, Juliet More¬ house. Class dude, Ed. McCullough. Man- hater, Dot Parsons. Woman-hater, Joe Hawley. Best sport, Helen Sweeney. Best dancer among the girls, Teresa Cerri, and among the boys, Emelio Ricci. The quietest in the class, Mary Kirk. Favorite study, “Macbeth.” Favorite ambition, To get our diplomas. Boys’ favorite song is Stolen Kisses. The girls’ favorite song is, He’s Mine, All Mine! Favorite pastime of the class is dancing. Dorothy Burby.