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

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20 THE HIGH SCHOOL HERALD Our favorite actor is Richard Barthel- mess. Boys, what popular song are you fond of? “A Kiss In The Dark.” Girls, which popular song do you prefer? “Kiss Me Again.” The favorite song of each individual is: Margaret Hart — “Gee, How I Hate To Go Home Alone.” Nathaniel Pastore — “Three O’Clock In The Morning.” Margaret Norris — “Love Me, And The World Is Mine.” Margaret Carroll — “He’s Mine, All Mine.” Heinie Katz — “The Lovelight In Her Eyes.” Addie Wadsworth — “When Johnny Comes Marching Over.” Lauretta Rooney — “Lovin’ Bob.” Elva Metelli — “They Go Wild, Simply Wild Over Me.” Edward Frey — “You’re The Only Rose For Me.” Anna Midden — “I Wish I knew.” Dorothy Groves — “You Know I Belong To Somebody Else, So Why Can’t You Leave Me Alone.” Nelson Parmalee — “Where Can I find A Gal?” Annie Keevers — “Mighty Lak A Rose.” Rose Luicci — “Just Because You’re You.” David Barry — “Roamin’ In The Gloam- in’.” Helen Draghi — “Gee, How I Hate To Get Up In The Morning.” Edna Molinari — “All For The Love Of Tom.” Eva Moran — “Love Sends A Little Gift Of — Chocolates.” - (o) - CLASS WILL. Know all men by these presents, that I, the Spirit of the Class of 1923, of the Windsor Locks High School, Town of Windsor Locks, County of Hartford, State of Connecticut United States of America, being of sound ard disposing mind, do make, declare and publish this, my last will and testament and all former instruments made by me are hereby revoked. As by the Grace of God, I, like others who have gone before me, have been al- lowded my allotted time and full enjoyment thereof, and as my principles have been above reproach, and being absolutely and undoubtedly sane, as the combined medical force of Windsor Locks can testify. I feel the keen necessity of placing some condi¬ tions upon the requests about to be made. I give, devise and beaueath to the Junior Class the empty ink wells and pencil stubs in Room 10. If you should find any long pencils thev must be returned to our class president, Nathaniel Pastore. I give, devise and bequeath to the Sopho¬ more Class a set of surgical instruments as a nrize for being the best “cut ups” in the school. To the Freshmen I give, devise and be¬ queath an elevator so that in the future you will not tire vour weary little legs coming up to the Main Room. To the various members of underclasses w°. as Seniors, do bequeath the following articles and items of inestimable value, to °ur heirs and assignees, to have and to hold forever. Anne Midden leaves to Ruth Frey a book on bow to grow fat,. We hope in the future Rnth. that you w : ll not fe l bad because you are so small no one notices you. Nelson Parmolee leaves to August, Mid¬ den a tin nail to be used as a fishirg aeoeissorv. As b« knows vou are a hard luek fisherman “Sneed.” Nelson is letting ,r ou in on one °f bis biggest serrets. It is the same one whirh be caught, all of the fish out: of the Unner Basin. All you have to do is to bail all th Q water out with vour tin a’l °nd e ' o in and cateh the fish with your bands. sur to replace the water when vou are through. Addie Wadsworth leaves to Ketnneth Bu-wood h«r ability to dance. She thought without this you might get your legs tan¬ gled in a knot ard it would be a very serious case. To Aldo Mete ' li. Margaret Norris leaves a sten-ladder. This will prove very valu- n ' de to a bov of your ambition. With “M’dget” it has been her most effective method of rising in the world. Helen Draghi Paves to Samuel RohrlioV ber knowledge as a trackman. This will be]p you out in your athletics, Sammie. as Miss Draghi is considered an authority on the matter. Many times she has left

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THE HIGH SCHOOL HERALD 19 the class. He thinks he is the best looking, while he really is the best singer. Heinie is always eating “Tickle-Me Bars.” His fav¬ orite amusement is listening to Mickey Sullivan play his piano. His slang expres¬ sion is “Wait a Week.” Tell me what you think about Miss Wads- worth. Addie is the best dancer among the girls, and she’s just crazy about athletes. Her marcel is our mystery. Addie’s slang ex¬ pression is “Oh, Min!”. And she prefers olives to sweets. Now, what is your idea of Miss Rooney? Retta thinks she is the best singer, but she really is the best dressed girl. She is always buying a “Big Bobby.” Her favor¬ ite amusement is visiting in Windsor and her pet phrase is “Oh, Yes, Any Time.” Give your account of Miss Metelli. You know Elva is the best singer among the girls, and funny, isn’t it, she thinks she’s the best dancer. Auto riding is her delight, especially in Fords. Her favorite delicacies are jawbreakers. Her pass word is “How Many?” Let’s hear something about Edward Frey. Oh, Buck thinks he’s the handsomest boy in the class, for he is always telling us that his mother thinks he is the best looking boy she has. (He’s the only boy.) He is the best natured among the boys. The “Sen¬ ator” is always eating a “Rosie O’Grady”, and his favorite amusement is going fish¬ ing. His pet phrase is “Gee, what do you think I am?” What do you think about Miss Midden? Speed is the best actress in the class. We all envy her impressive appearance. Her favorite pastime is going to Riverside. Her pet phrase is “You think you’re funny, eh?” She prefers “Social Whirls” to pea¬ nuts. Now, tell me about Miss Groves. Why, Dot is the best looking among the girls. She is also the best student in cor- respondence (social). She just loves “Oh Johnnies.” Her favorite amusement is ar¬ ranging dates. Dot’s slang expression Is “How do you get that way?” Now. w’hat can you say about Nelson Parmelee ? Nelson thinks he is the ideal husband, but he really is the best student. His fav¬ orite pastime is debating. He buys “Oh Ladys” by the box, and when he gets angry, he says, “Aw Shucks!” And what is your opinion of Miss Keev- ers? Annie is the best dispositioned girl in our class, and also is known as the most modest member. Her slang expression is “Is that so?” Her favorite amusement is playing the piano. Annie likes to eat “Home Made Fudge.” What about Miss Luicci? I have decided Rose is the best French student. Her distinguishing characteristic is her baby look. Writing notes is her specialty. Her hobby is frying Buck-Wheat cakes. Her pet phrase is “What do you care?” Now, what can you say of David Barry? Well, David thinks he’s the best dancer and he is also of the opinion that he is the best skater among the boys, he really is the best dressed boy. He likes “Molly O’S.” His favorite amusement is looking up clues, and his slang expression is “Think you’re wise?” Tell me about Miss Draghi. Helen is the most punctual member of the class. Her favorite amusement is at¬ tending the movies. Her favorite sweets are “Eskimo Pies,” and you often hear her say “Oh, Sure.” And I can’t leave you out, Eva, with your smiles and wise-cracks, you show us all up. Course we all know how you just adore the State Capital, and we are still wonder¬ ing about the Durand Chocolates you get. Your favorite expression is “You’re not funny, you’re just funny looking.” And last but not least yourself, Edna. We all know that you just love “Vacation Kisses.” I imagine your favorite pastime is trading in local stores (Grocery). Your pet phrase is “Don’t you wish you knew?” Edna Molinari ’23. Eva Moran ’23. -(o)- CLASS STATISTICS, 1923 What is you favorite book, boys? “The Flirt.” What is your favorite book, girls? “Fashion Book,” by King Tut. Our favorite amusement as a class is “Dancing and attending parties.” Our favorite teacher is Miss Baker. Our favorite study is Bughouse Fables. Our favorite actress is Marion Davies.

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THE HIGH SCHOOL HERALD 21 the house at 8.30 and arrived in school before the 8.25 bell rang. Eva Moran leaves to Pearl Macauley a book on “How to Have a Man Every Night in the Week and Keep Them Satisfied.” Pearl, we know this will be invaluable to you as Eva made a success of it for the last two years. Herman Katz leaves to Edward Sluzin- sky the secrets of the junk-business. This he leaves to you, Edward, so you may make a little money and continue his work of supplying the boys with candy every morning. Nathaniel Pastore leaves to Raymond Bassinger a pair of dice. We know “Mushie” has had quit a lot of experience with them plavi.ig games. I guess it must be “Pa r cheesia.” Perhaps “Butch” you can find some excitement out of this simple inexpensive game. David Barry leaves to Edward Micha the art of “horseshoeing.” Jeff. as you are the most huskv boy in the school you should not overlook this chance, as a per¬ son of your size will be able to handle horses with perfect ease providing they don’t step on you. Lauretta Roonev leaves to Robert Pick¬ les a bouquet of dand°lions. This is to be worn by you, “Bobbie.” when you leave the house so Lauretta will not have any more trouble telling you from your brother. This gift should be greatlv appreciated as Lauretta had to look long and hard for them. Since prohibition there has been a great demand for dardelion blossoms. To Anna Sweeney, Margaret Ha ' t leaves her sense of humor. Anna, as you are such a sober and melancholy girl, Margaret thought you might die. disappointed with the world if you did not smile once in a while. Anna Keevers leaves to Felma Georg an animal cage. During Biology you can crawl into this cage and feel perfectly safe from the wild and ferocious animals which are brought in there to dissect. ou know, Felma, it is a common saying that it is better to be on the inside looking out than on the outside looking in. Elva Metelli leaves to James O’Leary her seat in Room 10. She hopes, Jimmie, that you will be able to retain the seat for a longer period of time than she did. Some how or other she seemed to have to move down front for everything that happened. Dorothy Groves leaves to Arthur Lord her influence on Mr, Jackson in obtaining permits. This will prove very valuable to you “Chuck,” as probably in your second year you won’t be so anxious to get to school on time. Margaret Carroll leaves to Joseph Ladola some of her great discoveries in her re¬ search work in science. In studying nature she has found that this subject is much more interesting if you are studying it in the moonlight rather than by lamplight. Rose Luicci leaves to Francis O’Leary a nibber ball on an elastic, She knows you like to play ball and her way is much safer than the rough baseball Edina Mollinari leaves to Josephine Wal¬ lace her sense in choosing good trading places. Edna has always received good satisfaction and also a few candy bars for nothing. T do nominate and appoint Mr. Leander Jackson to bo executor of this, my last will and testament. In testimony whereof I have sot my hand and seal, and publish and decree this to be my last will and testa¬ ment in the presence of the witnesses named below, this twerty-first day of June in the vear of our Lord, one thousand nine hundred and twenty-three. Spirit of the Class of 1023. Signed, sealed, declared and published by the said Snirit of the Class of 1023. as for his last will and testament, in the presence of us, who at his request, and in his pres¬ ence and the presence of each other, have subscribed our names as witnesses hereto: Elizabeth Jackson, John Bercurv. Doris Mather. Charles Kennedv, Kathryn Sweeney Edward Frev. ' 23 - fol - CLASS GIFTS Presentation Anna: Bovs, please bring in that box, we have a splendid surprise for all of you. Dorothy: Oh. yes— and I’ll bet you can never guess! Shall I tell them, Anna? Anna: Sure, go ahead. Dorothy: Well, a former student has sent an appropriate gift for each one of us. Anna: Yes, I think she sent them to Dot and me because she knows Dot’s a poet and could make up some rhymes to accompany them, as she has done.