Atlantic Highlands High School - Atrecall Yearbook (Atlantic Highlands, NJ)

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'lf' '7fze In September in the year of Our Lord, Nineteen Hundred and Forty-eight. there landed upon the shores of the Temple of Learning, a goodly number of explorers and seekers after wisdom. Being shaken in spirit from their rough voyage upon the sea of inexperience. they were quite terrified by the three tribes already inhabiting this realm. There were the Sophs, wild, reckless and always ready to jump upon the newcomers from startling points of ambuscade, attack- ing them with sarcasm and ridicule. A tribe of greater power, but not so much given to aiilicting the strangers. was known as Iuniors: while the chief settlers were Seniors, a mighty group who spent much time in eluding the Rulers known as faculty members, and in the pursuit of knowledge just before conclaves known as exams. The members of the new band were called Freshmen, which in the language of the realm, meant green , They were 71, in number, and for the purpose or protection and mutual advancement they organized and elected as president of the class, one. Stephen Br-ust. of courage and ability. In spite of their greenness the new colonists made rapid progress. They obtained strong iootholds in Algebra, English. History and other important entrenchments of the country. The Chief ruler. a kindly disposed man by the name Mr. Vincent Finn. and his Govern- ing Principal. one Mrs. A, DeWinte1'. soon became of much assistance in guiding the Freshmen and supplying them provisions for the mind. Incited by the daring of the higher tribes the Freshmen occasionally gather for revels known as Parties, and even went so far. at intervals, as to break rules. Without serious catastrophe they came to the end of the first epoch, EPOCH ll At the beginning of the second epoch, the Freshmen advanced and took possession of the strongholds of the Sophs, this tribe hav- ing succeeded to the territory occupied by the Iuniors. The new Sophs, eager for re- venge for the afflictions of the previous year. did frequently harass and annoy the set- tlers of the Freshman colony, but no cas- ualties are recorded. To protect their in- terests and lead them to greater achieve- ments. the Sophs did elect one Henry Feste, of noble lineage and goodly department. to become class president. Advanced strong- holds oi learning were conquered and the diligent Sophs grew in favor with the var- ious members of the faculty. Special oc- casions oi revelry during this period were the Sophomore Hop and intramurals of var- ious types. Rebellions of small import arose over occasional faculty rulings. and murmur- ings were heard because of the heavy tax imposed on their minds by the length of les- iq.. sons, but they were settled by peaceful ar- bitration. So drew to an end the second epoch. EPOCH III With the beginning of the third epoch sev- eral changes were noted. The valiant band who had entered as Freshmen, and had conquered the lessons of the Sophs, now advanced against and occupied the territory of the Iuniors. To preside over hem as the chief executive they did elect one Charles Anthony, who did walk wisely before them. It was found that several members, among them Winiired Jackson, Kathleen Smith. Thomas Mahler. George Hauber, Richard Nelson, and many more had left the class and taken themselves to new scenes and duties. Important Faculty Rulers oi this per- iod were Mrs. R. D. Hoffmann and Mr. George Wuesthoff, who were skillful gen- erals in the contests with Ignorance. The epoch was characterized by contentions and internal strife, because of many members who were struggling for prominence in games oi football, basketball, baseball, in oratorical contests, debates, typing races. and for supremacy in class standings. Among the noted warriors on the athletic fields were Richard Kleva and Theodore Hall, who did win honors for the Iuniors because of their might and muscles. Important social events of this period were the Junior-Senior Prom entitled Moonlight and Roses, and the Iunior Play, which were occasions of much importance. Thus did draw to a close the third epoch. EPOCH IV. Epoch four was marked by important re- construction, for the humble band who had invaded the Freshmen trenches three years before, now became Seniors, the mighty lead- ers of the realm and the Invincible Class of 1952. The wise and sagacious Peter Guzzi was elected president, the other officers being Charles Anthony, Vice-President. and Alida Voorhees, Secretary-Treasurer. The Seniors, now numbering 42, did greatly im- press themselves upon the lower tribes of the Temple of Learning and became much noted for their ability and diligence. Espe- cially did they endear themselves to the Faculty who gave much effort to fitting them for the great contest of Graduation. Desert- ers from the class were Frances Carlstrom and Iohn Demarco, who were lured into the outside world: a new arrival for Commence- ment honors was Carlene Peterson. whom the members did heartily welcome. Great occasions were the Kick-OH Dance, Hal- lowe'en Dance. Iunior-Senior Prom and last but not least, the Washington Trip. f Thus doth close the fourth epoch, and the class of 1952 goes forth to invade and con- quer new territories.

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E I0li CLASS UFFIUERS A PETER GUZZI President CHARLES ANTHONY Vice-President ALIDA VOORHEES Secretary-Treasurer ALMA MATER Through the four long years of high school Though we win Atlantic victories Mid the scenes we loved so well, On the Football field and Track And the mystic charms of knowledge Still we fighi for dear Old A. H. We vainly seek to spell: And the Red and Black.

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...mtl The prosperous town of Atlantic Highlands lay garlanded and expectant beneath the lune sunshine of the year 1972. Crowds of gaily dressed people were gathering in the auditorium of the spacious high school. Today its seats were rapidly filling with the hundreds who wanted to have a part in the reunion of the class of 1952. A fine class. asserted gray-haired old Mr. tMeinert. As fine a class as the school ever sent out. I was the Principal when they graduated and I was certainly proud of them. Are most of the members here? asked Mr. Van Brunt. I'm told they are expect- ing a large representation. A large number are here. replied Mr. Meinert. Why that is Iohn Edwards over there. He came in his own airplane this morning. He certainly has a fine one- darts along the sky like a bird. You know he's the orator of the day. He is a cor- poration lawyer, spends most of his time in New York, though he has a fine home up the Hudson. They're expecting a large num- ber of the old class to come in on the Limited. That will be in soon now. He spoke truly, for in a few minutes eager faces were watching the approach of the early afternoon Air-Line Limited, whose swift flight along the blue of the overhanging sky was accompanied with a whirring like the beating of many wings., The band began their exultant melody of welcome: handker- chiefs were waving and excited voices call- ing out greetings as the great passenger plane came to a stop. The members of the class of 1952. who were already present. were instantly welcoming the new arrivals and presently the company turned in the direction of the school. The stage was set and all was ready for the reunion of the class who -had graduated twenty years before. The old-time members gathered for the opening march. There were heads with graying locks-if the truth is to be told, there were heads beginning to lose their locks. but the old fires of enthusiasm burned in eager eyes and perennial youth glowed in their hearts. The band finished the introduc- tion of a lively march and the class of 1952 of the Atlantic Highlands High School took its place on the flower-trimmed platform, with perhaps more dignity but with the graceful ease of twenty years before. As the large company looked upon these men and women who had returned with laurels for the old school they broke into deafening cheers of welcome. a welcome so hearty that those of the class who did not blush with pride blushed from sheer excitement. The music changed to the strains of America and the assembled members be- gan the song written for the occasion by Za . Ruth Madden, who had been given to the writing of verse in high school days: They started out bravely, but even the voices of Iacquelyn Williams, and Martha Machette, who had been noted singers of the class in the old days, grew trembly, and Richard Kleva, who had been notorious as cr cut-up. was seen to blow his nose with great gusto and then furtively wipe his eyes. As the song closed, Carolyn Gehlhaus. who had gained much poise from presiding at class meetings. stepped forward and said: Ladies and gentlemen, I have the great honor to introduce as the speaker of the day, Iohn Edwards. who has left his work in the.busy New York law office to be pres- ent at this gathering. We are proud of Iohn: he has gained wealth and distinction: he has also gained a five-foot waist line and an accumulation of avoirdupois in keep- ing with his dignity. He flew over here in his private plane: his next flight will be into oratory that will hold you spellbound- we know .... ! When the cheering had ceased Iohn came forward with his old-time assurance multi- plied several degrees, and began: Ladies and gentlemen, schoolmates of the good old days, and friends of bygone years, I see before me many faces that are new, but I also behold many that were present at the graduation of this class twenty years ago. To you who saw us go forth upon that auspicious occasion, bearing the trophies of Commencement, I would say that we have returned-not upon our shields. but bearing them laden with honors for the best school a class ever left, Atlantic Highlands High. Before I proceed with the address of the occasion I wish to present the members of the class of 1952 who are before you, and give you a few facts concerning them. I will start with Shirley Andrews and Virginia Meinert. In high school they used to advo- cate better order in the assemblies: they wanted the lralls kept clean and the school grounds beautified: they also wanted half of the girls to hold school offices, so it is not so surprising that Shirley and Virginia went in for civil reform. Then here's Sebastian Muratore and Calvin Frazier. Both have prosperity written all over them: it says not only do- they have money in their pockets but also in the bank. Yes, Rollis Bock is a plumber and he can retire any time he wants to. Iohn Malon- son is a well-to-do baker: he started in a humble way at home because his wife- you know he married Elaine Maxson, on whom he used to be sweet. wanted to be in business. She started a hat shop: Iohn had to get so many meals that he finally started a public bakery and is doing fine. Karl Van Brunt, as you know, is principal of your school at this time and Solveig Friden, who has refused many offers of marriage www- rw.-v-'H because she's in love with teaching. has charge of the English department. They both wanted to teach in this school in order that they might be revenged on future classes for the roastings the Faculty gave them during their high school years. Iames Kehoe, and lane Kugelman are part of the backbone of the country-for if good farmers are not the country's backbone tell me what is. Iames married our capable lane. who always had a fondness for chick- ens. calves and baby baa-baas. She is also caring for several who as babies, boo-hooed. Here also are Lois Muir and Edwin Custer who have won much notice as chautauqua speakers: Donald Bradshaw. who is a fam- ous cartoonist for leading city dailies: and Richard Agee. whom people love because he pulls teeth painlessly. Margaret Richards. Marlene Barber. and Carlene Petersen have become rulers of the world-according to the line which says, The hand that rocks the cradle rules the world. They are all hap- pily married and are well supported. Our Morton Ioy is a worthy doctor. He is an allopath, and while it's said that all paths lead to the grave. l want to tell you Morton doesn't lead patients there very often. Charles Anthony is a railway director: Peter Guzzi is a noted inventor: he got out a good car that is cheaper than a Ford and he's doing fine: Thomas Dobson and Theodore Hall are architects: Barbara Ely is a land- scape gardener: Henry Feste is the thief of the class: he stole an office from his 'op- ponent: he stole a march on the voters and got into the legislature-now he's in Con- gress no 'telling what he's getting. Alida Voorhees is in the State Insane Asylum-she has charge of it. Doris Leonard. Antionette Barbetta, and Virginia Spicer taught school for a time but the numbers grew tired so they all took schools of one scholar and are making splendid home-keepers. Arthur Seig- fried now has his own Photography Studio and is doing quite well. Richard Snyder is now starring in the play Lover Boy which is on Broadway. Richard is really a fine actor. Michael Cinkosky has tried his pen at writing for the public. You've all read his articles and stories. Ardeth Williams now has her own Beauty Salon in New York City. Robert Geraghty has settled down in Texas. He owns a beautiful ranch which is envied by all. William McGowan is a stock car racer. He has won many medals and we hope he continues to win them. Now dear friends. having introduced the old class of 1952. I will proceed to the address to which I invite your attention. Here the recital of the class reunion ends. for if we endeavor to recount what the flow- ery orator of the day said, the farmers in the audiences will not get home in time to milk the cows tomorrow morning.