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

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20 THE HIGH SCHOOL HERALD feel that it is our duty to offer you several words of advice on this occasion. Juniors, you will have the “honor” of sit¬ ting in Room 10 next year. The Room 10 seats are wonderful and very comfortable for the talcing of tests. Juniors, our room is at your disposal; he good to it for we shall return some day to visit you as some of our Alumni have visited us or to teach your younger sisters and brothers. Before we go we must give certain mem¬ bers a little “special” advice. August Midden, known to all as “Speed” would make a fine manager for Peter Cerri (alias Bull Smith) and during the coming term could increase his class funds by hav¬ ing wrestling bouts every recess. Arlene Hancock, try my invention on “How to grow tall.” If vou do not row this summer I fear you will be caught by a fifth or sixth grade teacher, instead of be¬ ing taken by the Senior class teacher. I am sure my invention will prove successful in your case. Kenneth Burwood, known to us as the school “chemist” and “poet,” we find you need a pair of colored glasses so that you can look at the school “vamps” without blushing. Natalie Klemas, we have heard it whis¬ pered that you may leave us. Take our ad¬ vice and don’t do it. You are missing the best time of your life, if you “quit” at the end of your Junior year. Just imagine how grand it will he to be a Senior and have all the classes look up to your class and see the “Freshies” in awe of you. Juniors, my last word of advice to you. before my classmate gives the much needed advice to the Sophomores, is to strive, to reach that goal which comes to all high school students after four years of hard study. Lester Davies, ’24. SOPHOMORES. The Sophomores are often called the silli¬ est class in High School, and this name surely applies to the Class of 1926. You laugh at 8’lly remarks, which remind us o f the Kinderf c en days. Why don’t you lis¬ ten to the wisdom of the upper classes? We would advise Sophie Markman to get over her childish talking. Even though Edward Sluzinski is expect¬ ing to become a truck driver, we wish he would stop playing automobile in school, for people surely will think he is nervous. We are sure that Agnes Connolly would get along better if she would stay at home and study her lessons instead of going out to pick flowers for her teachers. We would suggest that Shrimp Compaine and Jeff Micha have a race to see which one will be the taller at the end of the Sen’o- year. The winner will receive a tin medal. Poor Freshies, we have so much advice fo” you that it is hard to commence. First rf all. we advise the little boys to comb their hair and wear long trousers when they be¬ gin their Sophomore year. The girls must leave behind their childish sayings and stop their foolish giggling. Otherwise you will be mistaken for Freshmen next year. Every morning at 8.32 we have seen a streak of “green” rush into the Main Room. Boom! Bang! and Tate the Freshie has arrived in school two minutes late. I should advise you Tate to get a five-day alarm clock so that you can get to school on timr Douglas Barberi, we would suggest that vou find out before next term that Algebra is in the Physics Room and not in the Main Room. John Pohorylo, if you ever expect to be¬ come a Sophomore, you must leave you spit-balls and all other toys behind, and begin to acouire some of the wisdom of the present Senior Class. Crowley, you should get a muffler to shut off that cackling laugh of yours. We wish to congratulate the members of the Glee Clubs and the Debating Team on their splendid work during the past year. We have enjoyed our association with you, undergraduates, and wish you every succes in your studies and we hope that you wi” keep high the standard of the Wind - Locks High School. Margaret Chesnalevich, ’24. -(o)- RESPONSE FROM THE SCHOOL. After listening to your kind words of advice we shall try to return some of it Although we appreciate your thoughtful words we do not wish to be considered sel¬ fish so here are a few suggestions. How we wish we might say to you “You have been the most dignified and hard work- ng class this school has ever known!” But

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THE HIGH SCHOOL HERALD 19 Enfield High School. Our first interest was to exercise the usual privileges allowed the Juniors. Yes, in December, we gave a whist party and were very much pleased with the outcome as we were able to deposit in the bank the munificent sum of $22.00. Kathryn—On Washington’s birthday we gave a successful program. In March one girl from our class had to leave us because of poor health. This made our number twenty-four. Then what did we do ? Robert—Oh! I remember. In April there was the party at your house. Gee! We sure love parties and that was one we all enjoyed. Everyone seemed to “Linger Awhile” and the party broke up quite late, perhaps to be truthful, quite early. Kathryn—Thirteen members took part in the Junior Prize Essay Contest in May. It was a hard task for the judges to decide just who the winners were. Joseph Conroy received first prize, and Josephine Wallace received the second prize. We wish Mr. Conroy and Miss Wallace success as orators in the future. Robert—In September we entered our last year with regret that two of our members had left us. A few weeks later we wel¬ comed Frank Boyle, who came to us from Loomis Institute. This made us twenty- three in all. Kathryn—Oh! yes, it was then that we began to settle down to work. We came out of a trance and showed real signs of life. On the second day of school a salesman from the Peters Company visited the class and exhibited some rings. We had two or three visits from salesmen representing other jewelers, but at last decided upon a ring from the first company and all were satis¬ fied with the selection. Robert—Then one day you lassies of the class tried to go back to your kindergarten days and came to school with hair ribbons and gingham dresses. Some of us boys be¬ gan to get envious and made paper ribbons of our own invention. Kathryn—Well, now for a serious event. Then came our first program as Seniors. On Patriotism Day during “Education Week,” ten of our number took part and were a credit to the class. Later in the year cer¬ tain members participated in the programs given by the English, French, Commercial and Science Departments. Robert—Oh! Then another party. What a good time we had at Mr. and Mrs. Jack- son’s just before Christmas. We exchanged joke presents which were distributed from a real Christmas tree and by a real Santa, alias our advisor, Mr. Jackson. We all en¬ joyed the music from the talented members of the class and faculty. Well, how did we start the New Year? Kathryn—By discussing an appropriate time for our Mid-Winter Dance. Some wanted it to be held January 18th; others preferred February 8th. At last, Miss Baker suggested the 25th and of course that was O. K. What a good time we had that night end what splendid returns. We c’eared over $50.00. the largest amount ever made by any of our predecessors. Robert—The next event in our Senior year was quite a contrast to this. It was the Mid-Year Examination Time. Oh! How we welcomed them. After three days the painful thinking was over and we soon for¬ got our cares at a Valentine Party, given by Nellie Connolly. As usual the Seniors were in their glory. Kathryn—Then came excitement again, the Play. On February 9th, we were assigned parts in the Musical comedy, en¬ titled, “Once In a Blue Moon.” Fifteen of our number developed skill as actors and actresses. We are grateful to the Glee Clubs and Orchestra for assist ' ng us in the production of this play. And to think we are here now discussing our past when only a few weeks ago we were having such a lark. Robert—You just bet it was and nothing would satisfy me better than to be able to meet in 1928 and discuss as happy events as we have to-night. Kathryn Sweeney, ’24. Robert Pickles, ’24. -(o)- ADVICE TO UNDERGRADUATES. Undergraduates of the Windsor Locks High School, Dear Boys and Girls:— After our four years’ association together we have noticed that many of you have at¬ tained a very bad habit, and that is forget¬ fulness. You forget that school starts at 8.30 and when Mr. Jackson tells you to re¬ main one hour for tardiness you “forget” to stay. If you would follow the good example of the Seniors you would not cause Mr. Jack- son so much trouble in writing “passes” and reminding you at 3.00 to stay after school. To you, Juniors, we, the Class of 1924,

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THE HIGH SCHOOL HERALD 21 alas! You have proved to us how little dignity a Senior Class can show and how- much disturbance you can occasionally make. You have been fond of bluffing, bui, sad to say, your bluffs were usually dis¬ covered. Many of you should improve your manners for they are far from being perfect. Your idea of a class meeting seems to be that the one who yells the loudest gets much attention. In all four years at High School you have not yet learned at what time the last bell rings, for you come straggling in forming a long line to get a pass. You are extremely fond of using slang. We are glad you have had the opportun¬ ity of associating with the Sophomores this year for from them you may have gaineu some idea of how one should act in the classroom. As for the Freshmen, they may be child¬ ish, but remember you were Freshmen not so long ago, and some of you have even be mistaken for Freshmen this year. We wish to congratulate you on your excellent showing at the musical comedy, in rhetoricals, and in athletics. The athletic teams will feel the loss of your valued assistance next year. The singers of your class will be greatly missed by the Glee Clubs. We wish to assure you that in spite of all your faults we shall sincerely miss v. next fall. August Midden, ’25. - (o) - INFORMATION Kathryn Sweeney whom we have always known as “Kay is the fanciest skater in the class. She is sporty in appearance and is often heard singing “Mama Loves Papa, Papa Loves Mama.” Her favorite sweets are Kisses. Robert Jackson, better known as “Jack, 18 P 8868801 a very serious disposition His favorite sweets are “anything that burns, and he has a habit of lifting hia voice to the tune of “Oh, what a pal waa Mary. His favorite saying is “Rap it up.’ Raymond Hancock, who answers to the name of “Handy” has a very agreeable dis- position and shows it in his mode of singing Washee All Day.” His favorite saying is You Make me sick. Agnes Flanagan, who is called “Aggie,” boasts of a very cheerful disposition. Her favorite song is “Toot Your Horn Kid, You’re in a Fog,” and she thinks “Oh Hen- rys are the nicest ever. If anyone re¬ proaches her, she answers “You may be a goo d kidder, but you can’t kid me.” Lester Davies or “Les” as we all know him is the most willing boy in the class. He always greets the girls with his cheerful Hello, Girls.” He thinks Kellogg’s Corn Flakes are the berries. “Linger Awhile” is his favorite song. I rank Boyle, who has been known as Judge since childhood, which wasn t so long ago, sports a very satisfied appear¬ ance. He is very fond of dates, and enjoys singing “If the rest of the world don’t want you. He has a habit of saying, “Got any- tning on for to-night?” Margaret Chesnalevich, most graceful of girls. “Aw Heck” seems to be a habitual saying of hers. She loves pineapples anu the oid song, “Kiss me first and then I’ll tell you,” is her favorite. Byrne, who bears the nick-name of ‘ Cleo, certainly enjoys herself when sne has a box of “Big Bobbies.” Her favorite expression is “I’ll never speak to you again and “Minding my Business” is a fami.u.r song of hers. Believe me, she sings it. Robert Pickles, better known as “Bob,” appears to be James. He has a very ninu disposition and doesn’t believe in the saying that “Time waits for no man.” His favorite song is, “If I can’t get the girl I want, I pity the girl I get,” which seems to be very appropriate for him. “Aw, go on,” is his favorite saying, and he uses it on every occasion possible. It has been noticed that “Bob is very fond of peanuts and the con¬ fectionery stores of the town have all they can do to supply him. Robert is a wonder¬ ful Latin student and hopes to be a Latin professor some day. Mary Titus has been nicknamed “Johnny ” because she is continually talking aboiL Johnny somebody. Her appearance is coun¬ trified, but like most country girls she has a very mischievous disposition. Mary never goes to the city without stopping in a res- cauant where she can get all the Chop Suey she wants. Her favorite song is “When Johnny come marching home,” and her » vorite saying is “Yea.” We all know that Mary s greatest desire is to be a real Maud Muller farmer girl, and not one of those terrible city flappers. James O Leary though always called