New Britain Herald Newspaper, June 18, 1929, Page 6

Amid an array of lavender devor- ations which blended with the at- tractive gowns of the young women the Jume class of 1939 of Senlor High scheel, held its last get- tegether at the Walnut Hill school awditorium last night. The occasion ‘was the annual banquet at which all the class papers. the will, history and prepheoy wers read and toasts te “Our Giris,” * “Our Boys,” “Our Class” and ‘“The Weather” were siven. Following the banquet which was Reld in the upper banquet hall of Both the banquet and promenade was held in the Walnut Hill schow auditorium. Both the bangeut and promenadc “were well attended. Approximately 200 graduates and thelr fuculty guests were served at the banquet ‘by Caterer Willam Fallon. The program of - talks was unusually amusing. Ssveral members of ths jculty were tho victims of “digs" and some of the peculiarities of the cless were brought to light in the pers. Atter Walter Reckert, weo was chosen to be the speaker on “Our Giris,” and Janice Woram, author of the paper on “Our Boys” had " started their talks with the confes- elon that they knew nothing about the epposite sex they proceeded to tell some interesting stories about thelr associates. President John Black gave an in. teresting talk on “Our Class” but the feature and one of the most in- teresting of all of the toasts was ome given by Principal Louis P. Slade whose subject was “The Weather.” After talking in & hu- meorous vein he sald there was no ‘such thing as bad weather, that all westher is good although some of ‘it s better than others. Harvey Woodruff was toastmaster. ‘The success of the promenade and banquet was the result of diligent work by the two committees in charge and by the faculty advisers, Miss Iiga F. Harvey and Mim Adrienne Raby. Every detail was looked after by the class advisers who had the rather difficult task of acemmodating a very large crowd in the limited accommodations of the ‘Walnut Hill school. The banquet committee consisted of Harvey Woodruff, chairman; Jeannette Clark, Irene Winger, Jan- ice Woram, and Ralph Johnson. The guests of honor at the ban- quet were Principal Louis P. Slade and Mrs. Siade, Mr. and Mrs. Newel 8 Ames, Miss Iiga F. Harvey, Miss Adrienne M. Raby, Miss Millie Mo- Auley and Miss Katherine Griffin. More than 100 couples took part in the promenade which began at clock and came to a close &t 1 o'clock. The promenade committee con- sisted of John Zotter, chairman; Ethel Barrett, Pauline Kallin, How- ard Turnrose and Walter Reckert. The same faculty members who wers guests at the banquet were the patrons and patronesses with the addition of Mr. and Mrs. Palmer P. Heward, Mr. and Mrs. Leonard R. Nizpn, and Miss Helen H. Stahl. The papérs read were as follows: Class Histo by Virginia LeMay Yes, it's so. Just another history to Be written in the minds of men; but. this one is different, yes very different, because it is of much ore impertance. Upon entering high school, we formed a combination of everything feom idiots to would-be philosophers. ‘ Howsver, bad as we were when we came here, the faculty admits they Bave been rather succegsful in “the ‘making of us"—but we think they 414 & bum job on some of our num- ber. Our first day proved to be rather of an “Ask Me Another” day. We were asked every question from the branches to the roots and sops of the family tree. Some weeks later, election came along, and considering the fact that we did not know many of our classmates, we made our presence felt by electing Harry Slade, president; Margaret Kiniry, vies president; Mary McCrann, sec- retary and John Staub, treasurer. A few of our fellow members vemtured to enter sports. Regardless of the jeers given them by the up- per classmen, they stuck to it and proved themselves to be a promising lot of athletes who were worshipped by their fellow classmates. Our first class day is one which will never be forgotten. We had been willed the color of lavender by the graduating class of June, 1936, and we were so anxious to keep the color an outstanding one, that we attempted to play the part of shrinking violets at the social Judging from the remarks passed by the upper classmen, we must h been tremendously successful. How ever, before the day was over, we were determind to ‘“hlossom out” the following year. Thus ended out first year at high school. During this year we had made friendships—some of which will undoubtedly prove to be life- long combinations. Our junior year was one of gaiety and liveliness. We had all had a lendid vacation and were ready to urn to school and play on the freshmen some of the time-worn Jokes which had been played on us the previous year. Although we did not-feel the need of new officers, it was customary to elect them each year. We again cast our ballots. Sam Black was made president. Margaret Kiniry, his assistant, Mary McCrann, secre- tary and Harry Slade was entrusted to the safe-keeping of the steadily increasing funds. During this year, we were not so shy of the offices: in fact, we were 0 seciable that we were requested by the administration to become bet. ter acquainted with the rules and regulations of the school. Sports this year were more inter- esting to us becavse we had mora class members who participated. We contributed to track, baseball, bas. ketball and football. This was 2 004 record, and we certainly thank those fellow members who heiped to sive us a high standing. Late spring brought class day again. This year, as we had prophe. sied. there were no shrinking vielets 16 be found. We were proud of our lavender and we certainly showed it. Again, this event brought to a close our class activities for another year. In the fall, we found it hard to believe we had really become senfors. Some of us were inclined to pinch ourselves to see if it were not & dream. The officers of the previous year had proved to be such efficient ones, that we thought it both wise and beneficial to leave them in office. This year, sports played a very prominent part in our high school career. The following have taken part in athletic activities during their three years here at school: Track—S8idney Lines, Joseph Jenke- sick, Anthony Graybowski, John 8Syzmanski, Baba Eme, Willlam Helm, George Buckholz, Milton Greenhalgh, Henry Kunze, Frank Ryder, Michael Tabbellione, Joseph Vitale, Chris Meligonis, 8am Black and Howard Heinisch, manager. Football—Michael Grip, Ralph John- son, Michael Baylock, Henry Gwi- azda, John Syzmanski, John Grohol. Arthur Krom and Joseph Pasven- skas. Baseball—Harry 8lade, Michael Grip and Henry Gwiazda. Baseket- ball—Michael Baylock, Michael Grip, Herbert Carlson and Isadore Iko- witz. These fellows have certainly showed their achool spirit in all of their attempts at victory during their career here at school. 8enior Club proved to be a favor- ite with all of us. Due to the un- falling efforts on the part of Miss Harvey and Miss Raby, our class ad- visers, many successful meetings and soclals were carried out. The Amphion Club also claimed many of our classmates. Here again we found an opportunity to disclose the talented members of the class. Under the splendid coaching of Mrs. Guilford, many successful plays have been put on during the last three years. ‘To the weaker sex, the Junior College Club proved of great inter- est. Through the efforts of the faculty advisers, many meetings and socials of great interest were held. As class day drew near for the last time, we began to feel the on- coming event of graduation. Ever- prominent was lavender during this last class day, and ever-dear will it be cherished in our hearts. Then came class night when we entertained our parents, friends and teachers., Again Miss Harvey and Miss Raby showed their ever-ready spirit of helpfulness and desire to give all of their time and effort to help make this event the success which it has been. The banquet and promenade were combined into one great event. The toasts were clever, and the speeches witty. The prom a success be- yond words. / At last the time has come when we realize that the last and great- est event of our high school career is soon to dawn upon us. Seated in the auditorium with friends, rela- tives and faculty about us, we realise that we have reached the height of our high school ambition. and are soon to leave our school, our beloved principal, Mr. Slade, and the faculty who have been ever-ready with their assistance. Let us not forget that each and every one of us has a place to fill, but only fate knows the outcome, Class Will by Marion Schechtman Be it known to all persons, that we, the class of 1929 of the New Britain Senior high achool, being of lawful age and of sound and dispos- ing mind, memory and judgment, do hereby make and declare this to be our last will and testament, hereby revoking all other wills and codicils previously by us made, We give, devise and bequeath 10 our lawful heirs as follows: I—To our principal Mr. Slade, we leave our sincere friendship and our heartiest appreciation for his never failing kindness to us during our high school da; II—We give, devise and bequeath to the school our good conduct as an example for them. We hope that in the future it will produce as good students as in the past. 1II—We can find no words that can adequately express our gratitude to our class advisers, Miss Iiga Har- vey and Miss Adrienne Raby, for their valuable ald in cooperating with us in our senior year. IV—To Jay Woram we leave the latest jazz song entitled “When a Noisy Noise Makes a Noise Her Noise Annoys Another Noise.” V—To the Contaras Shoppe we leave the much needed sign “5 minute parking only,” to be placed just outside the door, VI—To Marjorie 8mith we leave a recommendation for the navy. We know she will spy the buoys (boys) VII—To al well behaved students we leave the exclusive right of studying in Room 18, VIII—To Bob Hodge we present his education with Peg Kiniry in some coeducational school. IX—To Mrs. Ballou we leave an ivory set and a block of solid mar- ble to remind her of her Colleg> English 6 classes. X—To Howard Heinisch and Mil- ton Abrams we leave a contract to pose for Animal Crackers, XI—To Selig Gourson we leave a box of powder guaranteed to cover blushes. XII—To Mrs. Smith, our librarian, | we leave our sincere appreciation for |the valuable assistance she has of- fered us during our high school days. XIII—To the undergraduates w- leave the following questions: 1. 1f |one had to ruff a rough sea to se |Irene; Winger do you think that Ha-véy would ruff (Woodruff) it? 2. What will the young women do without Mike Grip? 3. What docs Anne McEnroe do on Sunday nights that keeps her from coming to | school on Monday mornings? 1Is the {Moon (Mullen) responsible for it? 4. How does Francis Skelly got ]an ¥ with so many things? 1Is it his “L" Why is John Zotter always the last one to leave Miss Harve; first period civics class? XIV—To Adclaide Ayer we leave our gracious permission to get mar- ried as soon as school closes. of luck, Ad. XV—To Lillian Miller we leave a lunas, Henry Gwiasda, Merlin Pfer- | a diploma, so that he may continue | JOHN BLACK Presidont MARION SCHECHTMAN Class Will set of Victrola records to be usel| with reducing exercises and hope that they will be used to the best advantage. XVI—To the football team we leave another opportunity to defeat our rival Hartford. C'mon boys show us what you can do without the class of ’29. XVII—To whomever wants it we leave Everett Wickstrom’s humor, XVIII--To the T. 8. (Theta Sig- Ima) boys we give full charge of all | stray freshman girls and hopes that they will be as succeasful in the future as they have been in the past. XIX—To the so-called clever freshmen we leave the following puezles to be solved: 1. Who is the young man who thinks that Vir- ginia shouldn’t be lawless (Lawlesas) much longer? 2. How does Doro- thy Porter succeed in making Sirney Ludort or George Steffick think that he is the only one? 3. Why has Betty Tarrant cultivated a fondness for the works of Milton? 4. When has Mary McCrann been friendless or minus that winning smile? 5. When will wallflowers cease to be ut 8enior Club dances? 6. Who has Bidney on the line (Lines)? 7. What makes Walter Reckert so sleepy? XX—To Miss May we leave the highest power of authority over the pupils of the school. We know that she will enjoy it. XXI—To the incoming class we leave our beloved color lavender and hope that they will cherish it as we have, XXII—To the lower classmen we leave as follows: 1. All of our tardiness excuses. 2. Permission to stand in the hall of the Voca- tional building after school, without Mrs. Tallon's interruption. 3. Park- ing space in front of the 8trand the- atre. 4. Power to take possession of all our other property, not dis- posed of in this will, In witness whereof we have hero- | unto set our hand and seal this| seventeenth day of June, A. D. Onc Thousand Nine Hundred and Twen- | ty-Nine. CLASS OF 1929, Per Marian Schechtman. Witnessed by: Charles Buddy Rogers, Peggy Hopkins Joyce, Buttercup. | Class Prophecy |by Evelyn Copeland On the 2nd of Sol 3929 Professor | | X. K. Vator was busy in his office six floors below Broadway's traffic. | He had just returned fiom the scene | | of his recent excavations among the | | ruins of New Britain, Connecticut. | Now he was searching through the | contents of a metal chest which he had brought back with him. Sud- | | denly his eye fell upon & newspaper | | yellowed with age. He exclaimed | |in wild excitement: “My soul! What have I here!!™ | The professor's cry brought the | occupants of the adjoining offices rushing to his side. All were eager | to hear the result of the great man's | work. In answer to their excited queries he explained “This is a New Britain daily news- | paper dated January 1, 1954 It contains a summary of the outstand- | ing events of the year 1953, Listen! “The year 19 w the inaugura- 1“0" of the first woman president of | the United States, Miss Doris M. | Vanderbrouk and vice president Miss Gertrude Erickson, both of New Britain. Chief Justice Francis | Skelly administered the oath of | office. | Two distinguished engineers, sons | of New Britain performed remark- able feats which attracted world wide attention. In the past vear. | Louis Teich completed the con- struction of a bridge spanning a half mile between the 40th stories |of two skyscrapers. Harry Slade, | | ed the Carncgie medal for the most | ‘.oulstand!ng achievement in the hls-‘ MARGARET KINIRY Vico President PHOEBE BALLOU Class Prophecy WALTER RECKERT “Our Girls” MARY MoORANN Secretary LIBBY DUNN Class Prophecy MisS ILGA F. HARVEY Class Adviser EVELYN COPELAND Class Prophecy MISS ADRIENNE M. RABY Assistant Class Adviser tory of the world, the completion of a sub-oceana tunnel. This will eliminate all commercial trans- portation by boat, since all articles of trade will, in the future, be transmitted through the tunncl by air compression, “A revised editlon of the ¥n- cyclopedia Britannica has been pub- lished by Frances Kelly, professor of English at Columbla University. “John S. Black, Ph.D. leading educator of the day has written a book “Self-Activity In Education™ dedicated to Miss Mary M. Souther, his inspiring teacher in the High scheol. Contrary to the opinions of many psychologists Dr. Black de. clares that sarcasm and even fie invective can be made effective in- struments of teaching. “Syd Lines, prominent track man durinz his high school days in this city, who carried off high honors for America in the last Olympic games dedicated the new high school athletic field at the elehorate ceremony prepared by the city. “The Nobel prize was awarded | Ponald Arbour for his ‘Standards of Literary Perfection.’ In the preface of the book Mr. Armour relates how he first turned his attention to this subject when, as editor in chief of the Bee Hive he attempted to make his number worth more than $1.50 “Winthrop D. Warren, Roted air- plane cxplorcr, has recently re- turned from exploration in the winds of Africa. The expedition was made in his famous plane ‘Spirit of Henry Ford' whose engine is the rejuvenated mechanism of his $3 high school Ford. He brought word that Janice Woram, after be- ing shipwrecked on the southern coast of the Dark Continent has become a missionary among the na- tives. 8o reconciled has she become to this life of sacrifice, and so de- voted is she to her work that she refused to return to civilization with Warren, “The office of International Direc- tor of Girl Scouts and Girl Guides | was created this year. Miss Irene Winger, with her assistant, Miss Helen Pankonin, was the first to be honored by this position. “One of the most delicate opera tions in medical “history was per- formed by Dr. J. Szymanski, He removed from the alimentary tract of Boris Srogi an accumulation of chewing gum swallowed during the past twenty years. whenever other means of disposal were lacking. “The most popular song-hit of the vear was composed by Miss Peg Kiniry, ‘When Bobby Comes bin® Alonz. “Miss Lydia Drachenberz, former worid famous couturiere, precented a most interesting display in Paris of dresses, a type of garment once Loads | a schoolmate of Teich's, was award- | worn by women. “A recital of classical music was given by Miss Mabel Steiner on the Bob- | organ of Notre Dame. Miss Steiner, who began her musical. career in the orchestra of the New Dritain High school, has gained renown here ang abroad by her concerts. “William 8okol, professor of chemistry, started the scientific world by his discovery of a sub- stance which completely dissolves the chewing gum deposited in drink- ing fountains. Through this inven- tion the teachers in N. B. H. 8. have lost their favorite pastime, that of counting discarded cuds of gum. “A model library has been opened by Mrs. Helen 8mith, formerly of the New Britain High school facul- ty. There are several distinct fea- tures of this institution. The visi- tor is met at the door hy a uni- formed attendant who relieves him of all luggage (including wet um- brellas and brief cases) and thor- oughly disinfects the victim’s hands and clothing. Then gagging and blindfolding him, the first assistant gives him ismto the charge of a second who leads him on a tour of ‘inspection’ around the library where the iron- clad hooks are chained to the shelves, tables and chairs are immovable, and current magazines are supplied with heavy newspaper covers, After this ‘in- teresting' visit the visitor greatly subdued, is allowed to resume his life in the noisy outside world. “A feature of interest in this city was the retirement of Miss Eleanor B. Yates, head of the Latin depart- ment at the New Britain High school for many years. At her re- tirement the school board awarded her a nickel-and-tin medal for the most perfect attendance record of any other teacher, of any school, of any city, of any state, or any country. With the retirement of Miss Yates many other changes have been made in the personnel of the senior high school. The position of principal’s assistant, filled so ably for many years by Miss Millie Mc- Auley is now held by Miss Esther Hart whose special forte is the de- |tection of truancy. Miss Hart's personal expeniences aid her greatly in her work. Mr. Winthrop Warren after his return from his African exploration abandoned his career as aviator to fill the position of French instructor left vacant by the death of Miss | Mary Souther who died of =spon- tancous combustion. By the will of the late Mr. Lot odoe the senior high school is pro- vided with pencil sharpeners which sharpen, 1 which ring, and clocks which stand the test of time. After cleverly apprehending the thief of Babe Gordon's world fa- {mous Cacklehack racer in which he broke all former speed records go- ing at a rate of 300 miles an hour, brilliant | . |infan Patrolman Frank Halloran was pro- moted to the rank of sergeant. At the trial, Gordon acted as his own |attorney, while Miss Lillian Wood eminent woman lawyer served as attorney for the defense. The case was tried before Judge Walter Reckert who, not having entirely cvercome the habits of his high school days, dozed off at the be- beginning of the trial but awoke in time to pronounce the thief guilty. A model home, built by the real estate firm of Woefl and Sandals, has recently been opened for inspec- tion. The interior of the house was artistically decorated by Miss Lillian Brown. Miss Madeline Trow is the charming hostess. New Britain has supplied the theatrical world with the second ‘It’ girl, Elizabeth Tarrant. Her feature picture of the year was the ‘Wild Ride’ in which she played opposite ‘Peaches’ Pfersick. The vaudeviile troupe of Cianci and Timm accom- panied this film during its months on Broadway. Several talented members of the class of '29 senior high school have opened studios in the recently com- pleted Beaux-Arts building. Mis Mary McCrann after studying under the most famous dancing masters here and abroad has returned to her native city to give dancing les- sons. Miss Jennie Parsons, expert clocutionist, has gained recognition through the success of her pupils. Miss Elizabeth Barnes, having at last realized her school girl am- bition to train her voice, has taken a studio where she will teach dur- ing the months between opera seasons. ‘The I Eta PI sorority and the Tappa Keg fraternity, the leading organizations at the senior high school, have been holding weekly | dances at-the new roadhouse ‘The isaep In' under the proprietorship |of Harvey Woodruff and Howard Heinrisch, known to their patrons as Mutt and Jeff. This past vear has seen the opening of the Carroll-Clarke nur- !Mry which is reputed to be clean, comfortable, and commodious. Un- fortunately, the Misses Mildred and Jeannette met with an unprece- dented obstacle during their first |year. Professor Phillip Bergstrom |renowned drummer, opened a stu- |dio directly above the nursery. Soon after, a suit was brought by Miss Clarke who claimed that the ' peace was disturbed by the | continuous booming. On the other hand, Professor Bergstrom charged {that the bawling of the children | was annoying to his students. It is supposed that one party or the other will deem it advisable to vacate.” As Professor X. K. Vator con- cluded his reading he glanced at his spellbound audience and observed: As I read this record of an JANICE WORAM “Our Boys” anclent people I am reminded of the words of Fuller: ~*“Fame sometimes hath created something of noth- ng.” Submitted, EVELYN R. COPELAND. LIBBY E. DUNN, PHEBE L. BALLOU, “Our Girls” by Walter Reckert Since I was told a short time ago that I was to speak on the toplc, “Our Girls” I have done consider- able pondering. After thinking it over 1 came to the conclusion that there was a mighty good reason why this topic was assigned to me. Miss Harvey was assigned to me. Mis visers, decided that with the added attraction of the clas history, class will, and class prophecy at the ban- quet that somethipg must be done to keep the toasts as short as poasible. They knew that the best way of sparing you people from the trouble of listening to a lengthy discourse tonight was to give me a topic upon which I could not talk. One of the most difficult, in fact one of the most impossible things for one of the male sex to attempt is to talk any great length of time on a subject pertaining to women. Never was there a man who did not claim to understand women per- fectly and never was there a man who did not feel capable of carrying on an intelligent conversation on the subject, but never was there a man who could understand women. Knowing that Janice Wormal was one of those bashful, shrinking- violet types of women who blushes and not at home in the presence of the male sex, our advisors who love to dance decided would have Janice talk on the boys and thus assure all of you of a nice short program of toasts. You folks know I'm not a ladies’ man. You know that if they wanted one who could talk on the subject thtey would not pick me. It they wanted a real sheik they would choose Jackie Muller, Mike Baylock, or they might go into the alumni body and get Jerry McCourt who since his graduation has adopted the name of Major Francis McCourt. Here I am perfectly miserable. I don’t know what to say. You know how foolish you girls felt, that is those of you who are in soroities, when you were forced to parade in frort of the Strand crowd with out- landish costumes. Some of you probably had to have one stocking down and the other up or mavbe both of them down. Well, anyway I feel as foolish as the day 1 went through my initiation. One thing I must say for the girls in this class. They are not the wall flower type Which have been so prominent in other classes. Dances given this year have proven to the world that the girls.in the class of 1929 have the necessary attractive- ness, intelligence, dancing ability and whatever else is necessary to have the boys ask them for dances. To prove that women are the cause of all our troubles I will have an example. Last year Jack Muller who was then the same clever dancer that has made him the lead- ing figure among his classmates this year had an agreement with Milt Greenholz that if in an attempt to find new dancing prospects they should find a girl who danced as if would cut in and thus cut the mis- ery in half, each assuming his share. A signal was arranged be- tween them. Jack saw a girl sitting beside an elderly woman and decided to “‘give it a try.” He walked across the hall and asked the girl for the dance but she seemed to hesitate. This is most unusual for Jack be- cause a girl usually jumped to her feet when he asked her for a dance. Finally the elderly woman who proved to be her mother, turned to the girl and said; “Go on out and xleu-n." that they | you were like Ruth Ramsay with; she had two left feet the second boy | past. Class Papers Read at High School Graduation Sparkle With Wit . Prominent In Amanging And Camrying Out Clas Banquet Iy falling to the floor on several occasions but he managed to stay on his fest. ‘The fioer was saved frem considerable wear because of the fact that at no time were the four feot On the floer. When he was-fiot on her feet she was on his. Finally the much-looked.for time arrived and he had danced his half. Mo gave his friend the usual sig- nal but to his amasement Milt sald: “Nothing doing, there's & limit to friendahi And 20 Jack had to continue the battle of wits, feet and agony. ‘There are girls in this class who have athletic ability but they do not get an opportunity to show it. Re- cently the Herald carried a story of & girl who played an outfield posi- tion with a high school basedall team. When I saw how some of the boys played with the team this year when the aggregation finished a poor second In most of the-games, I had it in mind to see Mr. Cassidy and suggest this experiment. After thinking it over, however, I was convinced that this schem would not work in this school. The greater part of the baseball games were played after school and some of them lasted until darkness. This would not do because the New Brit- ain High school girls are not used to staying out after dark. The arrival of Betty Tarrant at Gne of our dances is a signal for the hearts of all the male sex to flutter, but Ah! there's something me-an (Meehan) about her. Well-—then, here comes Ruth McAloon, that girl with the perpetual smile, but no, we have no chance while the conquering hero, Louis Landino, is about, There's Ethel Barrett, but again we meet with an obatacle, a saxophone player. No, it is not Rudy Vallee, it's his nearest rival, Charley Dunn. 1 resolved that I would be & bacheior until I saw 50 many other wonderfu: giris in the class. Up on the elage in the Amphion club play is none other than Elisabeth Burns. Then there is Mary MeCrann, about whom everything sweet may be said. All Mary has to do to settie an elec- tion ahead of time is to be nominat- ed. She has been elected to more offices than any girl in her class. But with George Arel and his love melodies around I stand no show, ‘There is little Cleopatra, Lillian Mc- Nulty, but her experience is too much for me. Here comes a couple, Peggy Kiniry and Pauline Kallin. 8hux I falled to their compan- jons, Bobby Hudge and Clement Marsh. 5 One day I decided ot watch the girls enter the school and thereby try to find one for myself. The first was ‘Blanche Levenson who was decked out in & green dress and hat, but judging from her attire she was advertising for another Irishman, Then came Ruth Hewett, the widow of many a romance, but I like the wise old owl, refused to be another victim to her magnetism. Well, well, here comes Vic Drauchik, the “Jucky” girl, but they tell me th: she has a boy friend who is “ever-it’ (Everett). Being unsuccessful here I decided 1o try elsewhere and my steps di- rected me to the class night rehear- sal. The first three I met were Mare jorie Smith, Rosalie Dolan and Mil- dred Carroll but somehow or other they do not seem to like N. B. H. 8 boys. They prefer out of town fels lows, I wonder why? Then I heard Virginia Lawless, Marimba Krawits, Lilllan Wood and Mary McLarney singing about their 57 varieties. ‘When I seem to be attracted to them I heard them singing this song: “Just Lettuce Alone” and ‘I was convinced that they were dedicating the song to me. From there I went dow nto the Contaras 8hoppe and while sitting in one of the booths I overheard the following rumor: That Myrtle Timms and Paul Clanci were to be married in the fall and the June class of 1929 would be invited as guests. Ialso heard that Jenny Lar- son and Mabel Steiner wished to be- come hostesses In Texas Guinan's night club. A question was askedt What will Bill Buckley do when Mildred Rand leaves him to return to Mass.? As the gossip was going strong I fell asleep and woke up when the Contaras Shoppe was closing up. Defeated in every attempt I am now convinced that I will have to be a bachelor, but I will say that t!= boys and girls of '29 have had ma. good times together, especially at the dances. Really boys, the girls are not as bad as they are painted, therefore let us give a toast to “Oup Girls” that they may live long, hap- pily and may their charms never fade.” “Our Boys” by Janice Woram j Now that's a difficult subject te approach, especially for one of such limited knowledge. However, I'l try to impart to you such informa- tion as I have gained, during my three years at New Britain high school. In the first place they should be properly termed as “Young Men of the Graduating Class.” These young men are divided into threes groups, some who still adhere to that anti- quated idea that the high school is an institution ef learning, others whe regard it merely as a label for the football team, and the majority known as The Contaras Shoppe Cowboys who occasionall drop in te see that the school is running all right. There is a certain officer about town much beloved by the last group, for whatever he says always to move them. uch is said about the difference of the boys today and those of the Our Boys certainly are modern, both in their dress and their mode ; but these boys are polite because if they want to speak to & girl they call her to them rather than to whistle, The following data I have picked up from hearsay and must not be taken too seriously. It is rumored that Mike Grip is so hard that it he broke a bone it would have to be riveted. Howard Heinisch al- ways losks for the signature en Kellogg's Corn Flakes because it (Continued on Page 31)