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

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THE HIGH SCHOOL HERALD 17 has opened a hairdressing parlor at the Biltmore Hotel, New York. Miss Connolly went abroad and studied hairdressing for two years. She is one of the best marcellers in New York. Well, Nellie, you have reach¬ ed your goal. In those happy school days you could tell any girl how she should wear her hair to make her look attractive. You were always right, too, in your prophecy. W. A. M., New York—James O’Leary, one of the world’s famous fancy dancers, has just signed a contract with the Metropolitan Company of New York to dance for them. Mr. O’Leary has been with “A1 Jolson” for the past three years and has made a hit with the public. Well, Jimmie, we never thought that your demonstrations of your light steps would some day make you fa¬ mous. We hope you get as much applause as you did from your classmates back in your High School days. W. W. J., Detroit—Gertrude Cone has just returned from Paris, where she has completed a picture of Louis I, which has brought her world fame. She will live in Suffield upon her return where she will con¬ duct an art school. You were always draw¬ ing pictures in school every chance you got. But why did you select Louis I for a sub¬ ject? Oh! of course, I know, you once knew Louis whose picture you used to draw. Was it he who gave you your inspiration ? W. O. O., Philadelphia—Raymond Hancock, alias Bobby Strength, takes one of his fa¬ mous dives. He has out-swum all athletes, and has now become the long-distance swim¬ mer of the world. Well Ray, you have made a name for yourself in the athletic world. You were always going swimming, you and Jimmie, up to the Upper Basin. I suppose you were practicing your famous dives. K. S. R., Buffalo—Ethel Goldfarb has pur¬ chased the Woolworth building. She in¬ tends to add more to it and make it the largest department store in the world. Miss Goldfarb is one of New York’s most efficient business women. Why Ethel, you surprise us. We remember when you were going to school how you would hustle home and work in your father’s store. The towns¬ people all thought you a good saleslady, and predicted a future of that sort for you. Well, seeing I’ve heard about the careers of half of the class I think I’ll let you listen in and hear the rest. P. S. T., Holyoke—James Pickles runs from W indsor Locks to Holyoke in ninety minutes. He was one of the fastest Marathon runners in the Olympic races held in Eng¬ land. We knew Jimmie was a fast runner, but wonder why he chose to run to Holyoke. Oh! I know, there must be some attraction up there. W. .J. Z., New York—There were over five hundred people in front of Child’s bakery window to-day. The big attraction was the demonstration of the new electric stove. Miss Mary Titus cooked several things, among was a loaf of Johnny cake that was baked in fifteen minutes. Mary was very fond of baking Johnny cake. I wonder why. Do you think she liked one Johnny? W. Q. A. O., New York—Robert Jackson purchased to-day the interest of all the stockholders in the “New York Times.” This is one of the largest deals in real estate in the history of New York. Just think our old classmate Jack belongs to the business world. Well, do you remember when he used to open up King’s newspaper stand every morning, and peddle papers at night ? B. A. U., Buffalo—Clara Blodgett, head buyer at Tiffany’s has gone abroad. When she returns she will bring with her the latest things in beads and necklaces. So Clara is in the jewelry business at last. She had a passion for jewelry, especially beads. Remember the day Clara came in with the long string of wooden beads. We all laughed, because we were ignorant of the latest styles in necklaces. P. D. A. Q., New Haven—Mildred Orvis has broken two records in Tango Dancing, but also has worn out shoes after shoes. She has now started a tour of our country. Throngs of many thousands greet her everywhere. For those living near Hartford and New Haven there will be, no doubt, pleasure to hear of her coming visit next June. She is now exhibiting a new step which she has designed. Can that be the Mildred Orvis we knew? She is stepping now. I ' ll any. Well keep it up, Millie—I’ll open a shoe-shop—I can see my future fur¬ nishing shoes for Mildred Orvis. W. E. A. F., New York—Robert Pickles has won the lasso throwing contest at the Rodeo in Madison Square Garden. Don’t you think he will hold the championship for a good number of years ? Bob always had a good line. Sh! Sh! K. D. K. A., Pittsburg—Miss Byrne, whose well-known stage name is “Myrtle Root,” is honoring Windsor Locks with a visit ' . It is rumored that she is giv¬ ing a ball in her new home. Oh! May, how

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16 THE HIGH SCHOOL HERALD to leave some token to show our apprecia¬ tion of their interest in us and of our affec¬ tion for the school. This year a Debatimr Club has been or¬ ganized. composed of members of the three upper classes. Its purpose is to practice speaking and parliamentary law. As the years pro by this dub will grow in size and power. The members will grain training in clear thinking: as well as in speaking before an audience and thorougrh information on many subjects. Class spirit will be in¬ creased through +he who’esome rivalry of the debators. Therefore in behalf of the Class of 1924, T present this silver cup to the W. L. H. S., honin ' to encourage the minds to take grreater interest in debating. Each year this cun is to be enerraved wi h the name and class of the best debator in the school. We hope that all members of the school will derive an incentive to noble school spirit and always remember the class of 1924 Nellie Connolly, ’24. - fo) - ACCEPTANCE OF THE GIFT. In behalf of the School and the Debatin ' Societv T wish to evnress our thanks and. apnreciation for this beautiful g’ft. We all feel that the Class of 1924 has used good judgment in selecting this grift. It will always be before us to inspire us to do our verv best in debating and will pro¬ mote our class and school spirit. A Debating: Society is of great value to a school. It encourages the pupils to take an interest in outside affairs and by debatin ' with other High Schools it helps to raise the standard of the school. A Debatin ' Soc : ety trains the members in public speaking: and enables them to discuss inte ' ligrently the important affairs of the day. Whenever we look at this cun we shall be reminded of this class. We shall be in¬ terested in their welfare and hope that they wMt always be loyal to Windsor Locks Higrh School. Arlene Hancock, ' 25. - (o)- “LISTENING IN. Well, since we’ve installed one of the latest radio sets, we can even hear about our old classmates, in carrying on the work of the world. Here goes. W. G. Y.. Schenectady—Joseph Conroy, president of the New York National Bank, wi’l talk on “How to hold a meeting in Parliamentary order. That ' s a good sub- mot for Joe to talk on, as back in 1924 our ’ass meetings were held in any kind but Parliamentary order. W. E. A. F., New York—Results of Candy Fatin ' Contest, held bv Kibbe Bros. Kat.h- rvn Sweeney leads by a majority of two pounds. We know you will win Kathrvn. as you could outdo any of your friends when it c«me to eating candy. Kav was fond of all kinds of candy, even a lollypop, and we always predicted a sweet future. W. O. R.. Newark, N. J.—Lister Davies was elected supervisor of the “Kellogg Corn Flake” nlant in New Jersey at the meeting this afternoon. Good luck. Les. We a 1 know vou would some day be at the head of the Kelloggs.” W. B. Z.. Springfield—Miss Agnes Flana- e-an. one of Connecticut ' s best politicians. wil 1 talk on “Why we should have better roads between Windsor Looks and Spring- field.” We always knew. Aggie, that you looked out for the convenience of the mo- tor : sts. W. N. A. C.. Boston, Mass.—Charles Ken¬ nedy formerly of Windsor Locks. Connecti¬ cut. broke all records for adding long col¬ umns of figures in a very short time. We always knew you would succeed in account¬ ing. as in our Commercial Arithmetic Class you were very clever in addition. W. J Z . New York—Mrs. Olds, formerly Mary Caffrev, private secretary of John Wanamaker. will speak on “Wasting time.” Frank, do you remember when Mary worked at Olds Whinples,’ the president of the comnanv saw her primping, up and re¬ marked. “You are wasting too much time fixing up.” and she answered, “Indeed I don’t think I’m wasting time. I’ve been bo r e nn ' v six months and I’m engaged to the Junior partner already.” W. J. A. R.. Providence, Farm Reports— George Lashway. one of the leading farmers in New England, is now manager of the largest plantations in Warehouse Point, Conn. He has two hundred women and fifty men under his charge. I bet George is happy among so many ladies. Don’t vou think so? He was always in his glory when there were girls around him. W. A. A. M., Newark—Nellie Connolly

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18 THE HIGH SCHOOL HERALD we envy you with your talent and fame. Well in our Senior play you certainly did wrell. Good luck. N. Q. A. S.„ Windsor Locks—The Wind¬ sor Locks Hiph School has increased so largely that it was necessary to employ an assistant stenoeraphy teacher. Out of one hundred applicants, Miss Marparet Chesnalevich, a former student of the school, was piven the position. Well, I’m plad Map- pie pot it. She was very pood in shorthand and she has such a pleasinp disposition, I’m sure all the pupils will like her. E. O. S., Broad Brook—Miss Mary Ches¬ nalevich has opened a tea room in Scantic. All the country clubs motor there Sundays for their outinps. It is a very pretty place, situated on a hill overlookinp the valley. Well, I’m plad Mary is in business fo» her¬ self. She was always independent. When I pet a Ford I’ll motor over to see her. Josephine Wallace, ’24. Frank Boyle, ' 24. -to)- PROPHECY ON THE PROPHETS. It was in the year of the presidential election in 1940 that I visited Washinpton. D. C. All Washinpton was aplow with ex¬ citement about the eominp election for pres¬ ident. As soon as I arrived, I went di’-e tW to the Senate, to hear the campaipn issues discussed. Suddenly a man arose to speak. When I saw him I reoopnized him at once. He was the Honorable Frank Boyle, now senator from Connecticut. I was not surprised to find him there because while he was in my class in Windsor Locks Hiph School he was considered one of the best speakers. After the session had closed I pained an interview with him and we talked over old times, when we were students at the same school. He invited me to dine with him at his home in Washinpton and after dinner to attend the Washinpton Opera House, for which he had two box seats. About midway in the propram that eve n- inp. a little sinerer came out on the stape and was met with a preat applause. I asked my friend who she was, but the only satisfaction T om him w »s to wait until after h° concert, so I sat back in my chair and listened to her sonp. Her voic« sounded familiar to me and I tried to think where I had heard it before. After the opera, Frank introduced me to this little artist, and who do you think she was? Why it was no other than Miss Josephine Wallace, the Prima Donna of 1940. We three had a very happy reunion that nipht and reviewed our school days in the Windsor Locks Hiph School. James Pickles, ’24. -(o)- CLASS HISTORY. Robert—Well, Kathryn, now that our days as classmates are at an end. let us think of the happy memories that will alw-ays be cherished of our four years in the Windsor Locks Hiph School. Kathryn—That will be fun. Let’s review our class history in detail. Robert—In the fall of 1920 thirty-three happy children entered the “little red school- house” on the hill with an importance that cannot be expressed. That feelinp, however, was quicklv diminished by the scornful elances of the bip kids, otherwise the Seniors. Kathryn—They were the Class of 1921 who threw the cold water on all our wild pranks. They considered us babies until after our successful appearance in rhetori- cals. In February we had a sleiphride, chaperoned by the Misses Eastman and Hef- ferman. All enjoyed a pleasant eveninp. Then, we, the bold little Freshies, were piven an opportunity to prove our stability. Some seemed weak in the knees but we overcame that difficulty when we saw the eyes of the upner classmen fixed upon us. We weren’t poinp to let them phase us. Robert—Then came the second year in which we exerted the ereatest effort to be silly and noisy. Miss Gardner, our Enplish teacher, varied the routine of the Enplish class occasionally bv sendinp a few mem¬ bers to Mr. Jackson’s office, a variation we quite enjoyed. Kathryn—The second time we appeared before the school was in a scene from “Showbound,” under the direction of Miss Hildreth. In April, that year, our room teacher wished to pive us a real treat from her native state, so she surprised us with a maple supar party held in the Laboratory at recess. That’s all I can remember for the Sophomore year. Now let’s see, what happened last year? Robert—Well, when we entered as Juniors we were plad to welcome as one of our num¬ ber, Lester Davies, a former member of the