Bassick High School - Voice Yearbook (Bridgeport, CT)

Text from Pages 1 - 120 of the 1950 volume:

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Band ..... .............. eam ........... l Team ............. Bassiclt High School ....... Cartoon ..................... Classroom Pictures ......... Cheering Squad .......... CIICSS Club .... 1 ......... Combined Chorus ....... Department Heads ,........ Division Pages 1. Activities ,.... . ,...... 2. Opening Spread ,......, 3. Seniors ...............,.... 4. Sports .................. 5. Undergraduates Dramatic Club, .....,..,.., ., Faculty ....,............,........................ Football Team .......,..,......,......,...,, Freshman Class ..........................., Girls Athletic Leaders Association In Memoriam .......,..,.....,..,...,......,. Junior Class ...,.....,........,..,.....,...... Junior Class Oiiicers .............. junior Classical League .,..,....,.. Junior Mothers' Tea ,....,............... Leaders of American Welfare ..4... Le Cords Francais .,.........,......,. Library Squad., ................... .. Make-up Squad ...................... National Honor Society ..,.,........... Orchestra ..........,......,,................,.. Order of Bassiclt Secretaries ,......... Principals of Bassick High School Safety Council ...,..................,.....,. Scenic Artists ..............,...,..........,.. Scholarship-Leadership ..... Senior Characteristics ,........ Senior Delegates ..,.......... Senior. History .............. Senior Hymn .......,.....,. Senior Mothers' Tea ....... Senior Otlicers ,............. Senior Ofhcers .....,,... Senior Play ,........... .. Senior Prophecy .......... Senior Reunion Pact ........... Senior Will ............,..........,.,.. Seniors Without Pictures .......... Snapshots 1 . . Barnum Festival ............... 2. Christmas Assembly .......,.. 3. Freshmen ..... ,................ .... 4. Green and White Revue .... 5. juniors ....,....,.......,..........., 6. Seniors ..,..,....................,. 7. Sophomores .... ,,,.... 8. Sports ..,.......,. ......,,... 9. West Point Trip ....,... Sophomore Class ....,............ Spanish Club ...,....,....,..... Stage Crew ...,...,.......,.. Student Council. ,..... ....... Tennis Team ...,.......................... Title Page ............,........,.......,....... U. S .History Debating Club .... ., Ushers' Guild ...........,................ Voice Business Stal? ......,..,.... Voice Literary Staff ......... Yearbook Staff ............,...... Yearbook Stal? Picture .......... ' 4 xlwfl 5-Qljpm 7 - ul: ,xx 'T W T1 3A , r N , . 41- S-.k 1' , ff f 5 o ' F MR. lfRlliDRICjl1 Cl. RUTH l'r'1m'1ff.zf ,Q Kg J , Er.. V. ,I H nf ' - IQ. , I I X, ., cs 6 Q W 1 X 51 ' , -- ali m M . 'e I w 3 V I 5 1 A, ,V'. ' ' .1 . ,S I MISS ULADY5 Il. KAVANAH fi.m1.sf,z11f l'r1211ijn1f X q ' N X wif xi F A X, X -- aff 3' , if R. .,... ,J A f' vf - DLTQY Q ,fm In - n J , 'fo' . xuf -W4 'll- ' no MISS MARY hl. LLAILAHUI, MR ggyiqpyqqgy lh qg,x1q,x .'i.s,wi,u!.111I Prizzulfmzli X .Almzxsfmff l'v'111Jjm'f MISS ULRIKA E. BENSON H . ead of Foreign Language Department BASSIUK First Row: Elaine Cooper, Barbara L. Ciglar, Ellanora G. Burr, D. Marie Green, Ulrika E. Benson, Gladys E. Kavanah, Mary j. Gallahue, Catherine Cullinan, Frances Dunleavey, Dorothy B. Cutler, Alice M. Harrigan, Anna L. Donahue. Second Rout Nonie Brennan, William Daly, Raynold Gordneer, Rose M. Costa, Helen C. Anderson, Helen Bunting, Paul O. Davis, Albert Fleischer, Frank M. Ham, Charles D. Carr, Earl W. Brown, Rose Caruso, Dorothy Anger, Lois B. Fytelson, Herbert F. Harrington, Sidney L. Goldstein, M. Olive Donnelly, Susie B. Farmer. MISS ELAINE COOPER MISS MARIE B- COONEY Head of Commercial Head of History Department Department .a-. Q. 'Q L l ...L FACULTY Fmt Row: Elizabeth Kelly, Marguerite james, Mae E. McNulty, Charles Neary, Margaret W. Heider, Florence C. Huntress, Friedrich G. Roth, Flora L. Will- marth, Mary E. Nichols, Clarence D. Terrell, Nathalie A. Lamb, Grace C. Laing. Second Row: Henry E. Walsh, vearl lnlferfl'-3Evelyn Shey, Helen Prageman, Flora C. Neubauer, Helen Reed, Henry Rockel, Harry S. Lyon, Stanley Oestreich, Augustus Zavory, Ida Orlin, Barbara Rogers, Katherine Mullins, Miriam 'Mallay, Natalie R. Stock, Emanuel M. Kleinwald. M155 SUSIE B, FARMER Head of Mathematics Department MISS CATHERINE CULLINAN Acting Head of English Department MR. FRANK M. HAM Head of Science Department 9 X YEARB00 STAFF EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Doris Emanuelson EDITORIAL STAFF Helene Brodsky Mary Ellen Bruno Rhoda Burger Barbara Burlant Joen Ciglar Joan Eckert Arthur Friedman Josephine Gathings Lillian George Lois Granlund Nancy Gronberg Richard Kish Marilyn Masnik Anne Namian . Helen Osterberg Mary Rogers Mary Lou Sandone Natalie Schwarz Alida Shulkin Nancy Sprague Barbara Trickey Jacqueline Weinschenk Elena Dominguez Sophie Fatsi Dorothy Dodds Robert Hustek Louis Klein Shirley Miller Joseph Morrissey Elaine Roscoe Peter Satmary Arlene Crouthers Joan Ek Ernesrine Gledhill George Goodwin Lenore Horowitz Mary Jane Mastrangelo Sylvia Matto SECRETARIAL STAFF - Dolores Gergely Barbara Somen ART STAFF James Baird Stanley Campbell, Jr. Sharron Doerner Thomas Lapke June Olah Josephine Patren Ronald White BUSINESS STAFF Jeanne Meszaros , Janet Molander Adelle Poremba Eleanor Sisken Marilyn Soloff Harry Wainouski Norvelle Wilkins FACULTY ADVISERS Literary Adviser . I , .I ..tt,t..t,. ,.... . ..t..,... M iss Catherine Cullman Art Adviser ...,..,.., , .. .,.... Mr. Henry E. Walsh Business Adviser .t,.,.t. ....... M r. Emanuel Kleinwald ii iii ii ici gif far Y 1 it ' giffigl O Lord, in all Thy heav'nly wisdom, - In all Thy lofty grace and beauty, Give to us, Thy rev'rent servants, A sense of honor, truth, and duty. Deeply instill within our spirits A growing love of man as brother. Teach us to enjoy life simply, Lf' N In lasting peace, with one another. , 'fix J - W 'F ' i rs 'A O God, from Thy celestial dwelling , ' Look down upon our lowly station. lf ff-'Ts , , Guide us, in our earthly journey, l ' Past pits of sin and sweet temptation. 'Tn 7 ,T , Grant us the will to leave behind us ll 'Alf' Some good, some plan that we began. , I Qi. li iii Through our part in life's adventure, T l X Make us worthy of the name of man l x-2xxxx:v.xw2- Amen. ' rl, ' -Words by ROBERT ENGELMAN , . i -Music by ADRIENNE Lnssusn V . iT llw llll F M i 3 X 1 1 X . an f X Xaxf Q2 it ,E ii E 3 1 2 EL if 154' iii 7 5 A ,-- '5 'T.'-6? 2- if 5 E , 52 53 2 ' f' , N' Z. gs f EF'- Z QV :, ' 'I jfs gf ce- 1 fi .ffzf f i' ,ffz-Z iff, '51 l, l F - 5325- ' ik W ,A x . Ni? f i f vi ff ' I I -ff' , iw M6 i 2 1 Y .: ff- Yff ,Ay 175323, ,.., K ,L-pgplw, ,. fkx 5 4 ly 1,4 1 fzbwli -' 4? 5, nf? 5-' 'Q ,fb N 1 :: l ,r 0 fp n-I -ii U, -.ff s 3 -'f 'Yukwi ss 0 3 . f ,,- SQ . - ...- mqef se W' Ni 5,- '-fs 'fry 'Q lf' f x L' . 4 ' I, i ff 5. K II vi 4 5 i ' 40 - . - f JV H -' .-fww an -1: . 523431 x '4 ,.-F 2 1 1 -1 51 VX.mkX559 Z Q- . xx X 1 , in 'san ..f L-'ff X -1 -.1 ff-4J4 f-' .-,gn .f iii SE IURS i and 4,-7 P -if' inf V , if f -lf, ix 6 EQ K 4' ff F Af-Y Ai -LY 4n- 42447 gl' GLASS REUNIUN PACT We, the Class of 1950, regretfully leave l3assick and our many esteemed classmates. Knowing that in the future we shall desire to renew our high school friendships, we do an- nounce our sincere intention to assemble in a 1955 reunion. The reunion committee, which shall consist of the class officers and the author of this pact, assumes the responsibility of publicly disclosing the date and plans for this reunion. We, the undersigned, agree to fulfill the terms of this pact: Author: Adrienne Lessler Officers: Peter Del Valle Corinne Haines Rudolph Sabados joan Gabany Frank Esposito Barbara Burlant IN MEMORIAM CURTIS BUTLER May 5, 1930 .-- March 8, 1948 14 UFPIUERS PETER DEL VALLE V R r, r AINES QORKNNE Vice.PfendenF ...- Esvosxro FRANK f C0.Direc!Q .'? Social Actwmef Prexident MISS ROSE COSTA Advixer JOAN GABANY Secretary L1 v ITL JJ Exim ' RUDOLPH SABADOS Treafurer A W' , bhx 'Xxx Viv x x BARBARA BU t R C LANT S 0jDifecmf gf OW! Ammiei rf!- STANLEY ARTHUR ANDERSEN Stan Blow, Gabriel, Blou'. ' Bassick Band BARBARA JANE ANDERSON Bobbie Whal'r the ure of worryin? II never war worth while. Red Cross Delegate Cheer Leader Bowling ., ,Y ELEANORE JEAN ANGY Speaking of Ang 4 .' 'ff Girls' Chorus , 1 jl ' .K g ELEANOR ELIZABETH APRILE Ellie April'J .rparkling laughter, I.. A. W. ADELA ARBAS DolJly5LL Cheerful, bright, and pleararlf ' '. to know. ' D. A. R. Spanish Club Elf! ' L. A. W. A11 Girls' Day , , . ' 1 o 12LsA BST!-IER LARIAS ar .1 mrE'EyeJ. Christmas Assembly Green and White Revue Treasurer Make-up Squad Chorus Red Cross Delegate SHIRLEY JEAN F Di1finel y tall and fair. G. A. L. A. L. A. W. JOSEPH BALLESTER- foe For he'.f a jolly good fellow! Aviation Club Spanish Club Athletic Delegate BRUCE POWELL BALTER uBur'n He har 4 good bead on his rhoulderr, But it'r 4 different one every night. Varsity Football Interclass Basketball H. R. Athletic Delegate ROBERT JOHN BANYAN llBobn Im early' i 'J only 8:44. , I Debating Team Boys' Chorus Spanish Club Chess Club l g i RUTHANN BARSKE Tools Artistic temperament is given to only a few. L. A. W. EDINI Hou ,flayed his way Y our hearts. .hess Club Stage L.rew Green and White Revue H. R. Vice-President MARJORIE ADRIENNE BENOIT Maggie Not all good things come in small packages. L. A. W. ELAINE JEANETTE BERNHARD Cookie An answer to Don's dreams. O. B. S. NORMAN BERNSTEIN Bernie All great mm die young, And I don't feel so well myself. n Interclass Basketball l of 27' I EST I Ji IE ett er- Bw pale' . n 'fl vi ' m JOHN CALVIN BLAGYS B HJ. 'JI Remember-it takes time. Bassick Student League A' ' ' RQSBMARIE BLANKM-EISTER . , Rosie O, those' mischievous eyes! Treasurer O. B. S. Ushers' Guild A Cappella Choir H. R. Secretary Spring Concert Barnum Festival Chorus L. A. W. H. R. Vice-President Voice Staff jr. Mothers' Tea NORMAN FREDERICK BLYCHER N arm Nothing is too tough for him to tackle. J. V. Football Varsity Football H. R. Treasurer jr. Delegate Dramatic Club French Club Boys' Chorus A Cappella Choir Baseball Spring Concert ROBERT ARVID BODIN Swede Give the girls a break. ' Interclass Basketball H. R. Athletic Delegate 17 ffm- HELEN BOURAS Helen Twinkle, twinkle, little .ttar.' Aviation Club Dramatic Club H. R. Secretary L. A. W. Scholarship-Leadership National Honor Society Make-up Squad H. R. Vice.President President O. B. S. Ushers' Guild WILLIAM JAMES BOWE -K Senator A bick with 4 back. x H. R. Delegate Stage Crew FRED RALPH BRAUN rlF,edIl He get: around. Tennis Team Band President German Club NANC ANN B ,Nance Cx e and e ' Nix to e Juni r Cl League S sh Cl b . G. ,L.A. X Dramatic Club ' Senior Play Interclass Soccer Interclass Basketball Interclass Volleyball HELENE BRODSKY Lee Good nature and good sense barb Jbe, Two of life? greater! lzlerringrf' Athletic Delegate journalism Club Dramatic Club Properties Chairman- Senior Play junior Classical League Treasurer Le Cercle Francais Girls' Chorus U. S. History Debating Club Green and White Revue Yearbook Staff Christmas Pageant if ,f AN Love. J eta ' ,AJ Squa I, All 'rls' D Re ross Dele .1 ' X MAR -EL N BRUNO Merri-ellen Twinkle Toe:. Girls' Chorus H. R. Vice-President junior Classical League G. A. L. A. Green and White Revue Le Cercle Francais Library Squad Yearbook Literary Staff Red Cross Delegate Senior Play Barnum Festival QLOUISE BUCKLEY r a girl like you? Q' JOAN ESTELLE BUCKLEY Buck' Ar merry as Christmas. L. A. W. Dramatic Club Chorus Student Council H. R. President RHODA BURGER Rbo' I can dream, can't I? G. A. L. A. French Club National Honor Society junior Classical League Scholarship-Leadership Chorus Dramatic Club Debating Club Ushers' Guild Yearbook Staff H. R. Vice-President Buck' l 3 JAMES NEVILLE CANTY -. Iljimll Easy come, easy go. Boys' Chorus H. R. Treasurer Aeronautics Club Newtonians HENRY LOUIS CAREY uc-afeyn A: good natured a roul e'er walked on :hoe leat . Aviation Cl WT ROBERT WALT? CARNES rlBobu He came a stranger and f left a friend. ,. ' , Bassick Student League? CORNELIUS FRANCIS CARROLL Cuz Tell all the boy: at Heaphyir Pharmacy That I will toon be there. Varsity Football Safety Council Athletic Delegate Interclass Basketball WILLIAM GAYLORD CARROTHERS Bill Prince Charming. H. R. Treasurer Tennis Team Chess Club junior Classical League i E. i 9 BARBARA ANNE BURLANT Barb Snappy clotbet, full of pep Yer, that girl it really hep. Senior Co-Director of Social Activities Yearbook Staff H. R. Vice-President jr. Delegate Spanish Club Aeronautics Club Jr. Mothers' Tea Sr. Mothers' Tea Interclass Basketball ,te . Jef' f l BURR Amy f' She gizer 'her thought: n 'folgqef' Girls' Chorus I ' CHAUNCEY L. BUSH nskipn Every day it ladies' day with me. Stage Crew Choir lllojf E IAS B o .. 1:6-eneu Generally quiet, hut- Interclass Ba etball Student Council H. R. President MARION EVELY CAMPBELL usoupn AJ many ine points at a package of pint. H. R. Treasurer Jr. Delegate Sr. Delegate G. A. L. A. Voice Business Staff jr. Classical League President Dramatic Club Interclass Basketball Interclass Soccer 19 Interclass Volleyball jr. Mothers' Tea Journalism Club lv- DANIEL C. CARTER Dan If personalily were wealth, He'd be a millionaire. H. R. Vice-President H. R. President Student Council Band Orchestra CURTIS HENRY CAULKINS Curt A good skate. Bowling Team STEPHEN TURNER CHUCHKA Chook A king on the court. Red Cross Delegate Interclass Basketball JOEN JUDITH CIGLAR uspeedlr She has both feet planted firmly on the accelerator. Vice-President Junior Classical League Spanish Club Ushers' Guild Junior Mothers' Tea National Honor Society Yearbook Stall' Dramatic Club RONALD JOSEPH CIOPPA nsip Sip bath zip. Athletic Delegate JOHN RICHARD COLLA uc-oben Everyone like: sparkling coke. ' Interclass Basketball '- Journalism Club Voice Sports Editor ALYCE M. COYLE Alyce A good line ir the .rborlest dirtance between two dates. Girls' Choir Make-up Squad All Girls' Day H. R. Red Cross Delegate Dramatic Club LOIS GRACE CRAFT Lo Blondes prefer gentlemen. L. A. W. CAT I KE R E ' CR ' Cathy lg m .r i ru l .Ax . . ' E o i E oc amps ll or ol bal Clliimps ll Champs etbal Champs I QL tball Champs . - lfwliiill Rmb T M ln My f WLE it M 7' ge v N X , 'T F .7..'JQ5nrli?fZiban 1 5 'n ' ' ' CYHA LXA., ' 'UA X.. 5 str Mn f S yMothers' Tea H I S! ffffflfff iff' sflwlllwigflfwfgifg Mfg 'Joris lgelfflerf' Sef'e7 flajiF'l2+ffl s il rf ,, i' f,l'y Ii I s EPHEN,PE'rERA':sv1Hipx.3 I W Pete bla, nog sol' Bassick Student League MAUREEN, ERIN, I DALEY NMI glbep z per i t i ss h.' etic Dtzlegaje v . Delega jr. Mothers'-Tea Mil lnrerclass Bawm Secretary Safer 1 Vice-President Dramatic Club H. R. Secretary All Girls' Day G. A. L. A. Inrerclass Soccer Senior Play ROBERT DARUKA Duke Thought is often bolder than speech. Boys' Chorus GEORGE WILLIS DAVIS Kiddo Life is short, but thou art long. H. R. Treasurer Interclass Basketball 3 M i -P NANCY RUTH DAVIS IINMIII Always pleasant, Always pleasing. Red Cross Delegate Spanish Club Chorus RONALD ROBERT DAVIS llRonll His limbs were cast in manly mould, For hardy sports or contest bold. Varsity Football J. V. Basketball lnterclass Basketball ROBERT JAMES DELOYA uB0bu Leave us go root for dem Dodgers. Bassick Student League PETER DEL VALLE Chico Mr. President. National Honor Society Interclass Basketball jr. Class President Sr. Class President HELEN CECILE DENTON nDeeH The most dee-lighlful girl we know. G. A. L. A. Dramatic Club H. R. Secretary Interclass Basketball 21 ffl,- THEODORE DEUTSCH Ted A fellow of infinite jest. Athletic Delegate Senior Delegate lnterclass Basketball MILDRED EVELYN DINESON IIMHH AJ merry as the day iJ long. Chorus Choir Dramatic Club French Club Senior Play Spring Concert Green and White Revue Christmas Play DOROTHY MAE DODDS !PD0t!l I tau' Vaughn Monroe! Safety Council uv V Make-up Squad ,V Girls' Chorus K f Secretary Safety Council H. R. Trealurer 1 , ,klnicgr Ivg0thersL'1I'ea ppc lq Chou Spring -'66ncert I ' ix, ' SHARRON ELLIOTT DOERNER Sieve Never 4 worry, never a care. Aviation Club H. R. Vice-President A Cappella Choir IRENE RGA MBY IIIU t ' trai of women ' b 1 alive. Qrary a A. X ELENA DOMINGUEZ Elena' Here'.r one. Wberek the other? National Honor Society O. B. S. Ushers' Guild Yearbook Staff L. A. W. Spanish Club Make-up Squad ELVIRA DOMINGUEZ Elvira Here I am. L. A. W. Make-up Squad Spanish Club O. B. S. National Honor Society Ushers' Guild All Girls' Day BEVERLY MARJORIE DOYLE uBeUn Sparkle Plenty. Band I.. A. W. JACQUELINE M. DU BAC jackie All the things you are. President Library Squad Scholarship-Leadership Chorus Choir National Honor Society Voice Literary Staff Ushers' Guild F. T. A. H. R. Vice-President BARBARA MARION DURICA nadrbu Care is a worry I don? own. L. A. W. Make-up Squad Dramatic Club Red Cross Delegate Basketball 1 fi- FREDERICK PERSIANI EATON Fred Our favorite raequetteerf' Tennis Team lnterclass Basketball Athletic Delegate JOAN MARIE ECKERT Jo Kitten on the keyJ. Red Cross Delegate L. A. W. Year Book Staff Dramatic Club Safety Council SALLY ANN EG S Our g . L. A. W. Dramatic ub Safety ' D. A. R. Junior rs Soccer T L JOAN IRIS EK jo She doe: her part with X 716 W a willing heart. L. A.W. H. R. Secretary Voice Business Staff EVELYN ALINE EKLUND HEU-, Blonde, petite, and oh. .ro .ru'eet! H. R. Secretary 'Z v DORIS ANNE EMANUELSON Dada And .rtill the wonder grew That one :mall head could carry all it knew. Editor-in-Chief Yearbook Sr. Head Ushers' Guild Vice-President National Honor Society President Jr. Classical League Vice-President Sr. Debating Club H. R. Secretary G. A. L. A. Scholarship-Leadership ROBERT JAY ENGELMAN HB0bH A scholar and a gentleman. Sophomore Assembly Leader Newtonians President National Honor Society Senior Play Debating Club Tennis Team H. R. Treasurer 2nd Prize State Oratorical Contest '49 Harvard Book Prize FRANK LEONARD ESPOSITO rrpydn Verratility at its best. Sr. Co-Director Social Activities Jr. Co-Director Social Activities Interclass Baseball Interclass Basketball Boys' Chorus Choir PAUL PETER FABRY Sonny Ir he really .ro thy? Baseball JOHN RAYMOND EAHY lack' Out of thi: wofldl Bassick Student League I ffl- GEORGE FATSE George Our amhauador to the Court of St. Jamey. H. R. Basketball Spanish Club a SQFHFLDT? iff fwypefyll f 1fLan1q,fMmllwzffbief' f',f f B.S. I lj M 7 f .A.W. ,- i Dramatic lub J tjyf l Spanis lub ' .1 Yfarboo lSt . A l Girls! A ' 1 X l V .sf A 1 .. . fr .!l'J 1: fl ' J 1. ,4. A .lv Ifjmxiw f' v I x ', fl -1 . l 1 lx fu FRANIJ Plsurr FAQEIQAS' Ui' 1 X gg Af' l'Fv5'zy flfll in I' F allifeam , ..' Athle Delegate 'qi' A .V . FRED FEKETE Fred His wavy hair and pleasant Jmile, ' He carrier with him all the while. , Aeronautics Club GLORIA SUZANNE FERRERA IPGZOJI Graciout manners and quiet am Are aidt in meeting life'.r great carer. Safety Club Delegate Chorus 'li in f' ' 1 vJj!,.,- . -LEWW JOAN ELLEN FISHER X 'Qloannie' Have more than thou shower! Speak lerr than thou knowert. Le Cercle Francais Journalism Club Dramatic Club junior Classical League Chorus Christmas Pageant Advanced Algebra Club CATHERINE JANE FITZGERALD Irirh' Fun ir my bert rubiectf' Dramatic Club L. A. W. . French Club l . gf, r' jr ff 2-'TSR' H . - . - t Q ,, 1 g U, 1- '-- . .v ' . - 1 5 f ' DOROTHY FRANCES FOURCHETTE D0t' Our Dot has lotr of Dash. L. A. W. Chorus Spring Concert Dramatic Club , ' le J 1- '1 pmqnoa rox. H 1 , A I I l!Deel AJ likable ar Jlfelix lookahlef' Ushers' Guild Vice-President and Program Chairman of O. B. S. Junior Mothers' Tea A Cappella Choir Scholarship-Leadership H. R. Red Cross Delegate H. R. President Student Council D. A. R. Certificate L. A. W. G. A. L. A. MARGARET MAE FRANCIS rrpegt Peg of our hearts. L. A. W. A Cappella Choir Chorus Dramatic Club 1 1. cgi l 1 HENRY GEORGE FRANKEL Hank A true friend, a regular fellow. Aeronautics Club Interclass Basketball PETER GRIFFITH FREDERICK Pei Bassick Student League Harnlet.' 0. no! ! of DQNALDPXFREFSE Don GqrferrZ2Qlc9f the 49th State. ,Ba - lichen ' .ul Red Cross Delegate Sr. Class Delegate Fren II Club Q1 GYABD Club I, f-XX IT nnis Tea x Voice B j ss Staff ga:ercli?uTBasketball l 1 e sy ub A Nf 'Sta Club I ,I Se lor Play ' Newtonians HELEN DORIS FRENCH rrTe'fyrx Short, but rweet! Bassick Student League W jf LL x ARTHUR DAVID 'FR A If , , uit There e only rider to eve ggurneafllgg rong 1 X399 - 4 4 ,MH .JJ J' 3 f ' anish Cll-iff' A, ju , assick Band- f MJ H. slag D151 A e , 'll ' . . rest e t -, Sr. ClasglDelegate Nj' Senior ay 5, A Cappella Choir ,M Sr.bHistory Dlebating Club De ating Clu Yearbook Literary Staff Student Council Ci' f R. S etar - MARSHALL PAUL FUSFELD nlqlerbu What should a man do hut he merry? Boys' Chorus Athletic Delegate German Club Editor of German Newspaper Newtonians JOAN SUSAN GABANY Peanut Every inch ir packed with dynamite. Chorus Choir O. B. S. Junior Class Secretary L. A. W. National Honor Society Ushers' Guild Senior Class Secretary Scholarship-Leadership ANDREW DIMITRI GACHI Andrew' 'Take me out to the ball game! Bassick Student League I AR ETHEL GALLOS lrMarll Full many a flower is horn gm unseen. l' irls' orus l ake p Squad. hm A MARGARET MSXXIQALVIN I X QA, i Marge Snap, vi I, Q yep-Qrhe will always beef in step. XVTQ' 6 I j - ramatic Clu 1 A f ake-up 1' jf Qn' 1 S . e egate .A. L. A. 7 , Cheerleader Q pf f' Chorus ,. ff rfb t7 jdfjf., flllltyhers' 4 , fx: 1 I L ' 1 L' 1 r f . ffl- I'-lt X fl J- . 0 ' rl' ANNIVQALVIN Mar V ix H A bluefgyel girllwilh a 4 fr lf Idhdfmifhg Jryiile! ,L ' ofqnirii Club l ,P 1 'ulr l' b .lr ,lQki'1P19Q1C3,1 HL z ' ,IOSEPHINE LULA GATHINGS IIJOH Thai: what we like ahout the South. G. A. L. A. L. A. W. Scholarship-Leadership Yearbook Staff H. R. Secretary H. R. Vice-President Senior Play Dramatic Club Junior Mothers' Tea JAMES JOHN GENTILE rrjimmyfr Mighty Mite. Tennis Team Boys' Chorus lnterclass Basketball H. R. President Treasurer jr. Classical League Secretary Student Council Aeronautics Club Newtonian Club Advanced Algebra Club Sr. Delegate Scholarship-Leadership President Debating Club LILLIAN GEORGE Lil Knowledge ir a preciour jewel, erpecrally in such a fine renting. Red Cross Delegate Intermediate Algebra Club Ushers' Guild Christmas Pageant Committee Secretary National Honor Society Secretary U.S. History Debating Club junior Classical League Yearbook Lite ry Staff H.R. Tteasu Scholarship- ship P B T Q- O I RGELY - B nBetn , 'To ph' y ir lo he happy. , . L, ?L.A.- SAW. Junior Delegate junior Mothers' Tea All Girls' Day Z6 ,-QA f 1 DOLORES JEAN GERGELY Red Where there'.r a spark, there? fire. Y4fb00k Hf.fR..T.r,easu Spanish Club Chorus 1' Ush ujld O. ' L. A. W. rr. A at ' NL G f junior Mothers' Tea All Girls' Day Dramatic Club Senior Play Interclass Sport LEWIS JOHN S GIORDANO Louie A likable lad. Bassick Student League GERTRUDE GLUNTS Gert' uile uiel. 4 Spanish Club Girls' Chorus Dramatic Club BEVERLY JUNE u v fl, I' 'ev' 'My fac ir ,aflfoftmog rin' fmt' v L. A. W. ' GX I Safety Council H. R. Secretary Junior Mothers' Girls' Chorus D. A. R. B Yites .' gi , M lxy Tea .QIQJQJQQELJNE-X GRA U hlloierl Ass Club Usherlof l lt Staff V'c President i e- , -eadership BEVERLY ANN GRANT Bev' Smiling on everyone. .fpreadmg fun. G. A. L. A. Chorus Safety Council NANCY JOYCE GRONBERG Nance' She goer at the plearer. And the pleater as .the goeJ. Chorus H. R. Treasurer Junior Class Delegate Yearbook Staff WILLIAM JOSEPH HAGGERTY Bill I believe they talked of me, be- caure they laughed continually. Junior Delegate H.R. Treasurer ,fr f ' ard' ff RICH RD ALLEN HAIGHT Dick' Muscle man. Stage Crew 1 Cheeting Squad f ' JV' k Q CORINNE MARY HAINES ncorkyn Efficiency clothed in a charming cloak. National Honor Society French Club Junior Head Usher Secretary Dramatic Club . Scholarship-Leadership H. R. Vice-President Co.Director Social Activities Junior Class Vice-President Senior Class C2 1 ,,-lt. EVELYN HALL Millie That'r why they're called LESSONS, Because they LESSEN everyday. L.A.W. HARRIET LOUISE HALLER Haret5a It Love me little, love me long. Safety Council H. Rf Delegate LAVINIA GRACE HALLER ncinn Sweets to the rweet! Bassick Student League ARLINE RUTHE HAMILTON Arlene He'5 just my Bill. H. R. Secretary Le Cercle Francair Red Cross Delegate X, Jw .glg qv THOMKS Atv N HAWLEY lIT07nll The cheerful live longest. J. V. Football Varsity Football Interclass Basketball ffm- FATRICIA ANNE HOGAN upatn Always gay, never sad, Sometimes naughty, never had. Chorus Interclass Basketball French Club Senior Mothers' Tea lnterclass Soccer Interclass Volleyball MARILYN RUTH HOLMES rlldynu And she was fair as a rose in ay! Chor Choi A. . qbramatic Sec et tudent Council Spring ncert Schola ship-Leadership H. R. Vice-President . Presi t JI l te LOUIS JOSEPH HUSTEK Lou The strong, silent type. Football Team I JACK ROBERT JACOBSON rr-,ack Gentleman Jack - the lady's man. H. R. Vice-President KENNETH ANDREW JANELLO Ken He sparkles on the diamond. H. R. President Athletic Delegate Captain Baseball Team Treasurer Student Council Junior Classical League CHRISTY VAN JANELU H ij! Why teache get refills' ' Interclass Bask ' Varsi a i ll Base ll . 'Y Q M bv rv , KU ' , 4 ' ' 1 3 Mk! 1 .j lg Q SAM CHARLES JEV 'A to football Athletic Sfiice . R. t I ROBERT KAECHELE Bob Work fascinates me - I can sit and look at it all day. Choir GERARD ALFRED KAY rljerryll His friends are many: Hrs foes are none. Baseball Team German Club Inrerclass Basketball MAGARET MARIE KENNEDY Hpeggyll She has what attracts. H. R. President journalism Club Student Council French Club Scholarship-Leadership Interclass Basketball Voice Literary Staff G. A. L. A. Dramatic Club Debating Club All Girls' Day Interclass Soccer of f l WILLIAM JosEP1-1 KILEY Bill To worry little, to study less Is my idea of happiness. Varsity Football Football Manager ERNEST LADISLOUS KIRALY Ernie Why worry? Take life easy. H. R. Treasurer ' Choir Stage Crew RICHARD ERN ST KISH E Dick In many sports, Dick does excel: . On many a girl be casts bist? f. spell. rsh 6 I Lf Cheering Squad li ,If Ki J j.V. Basketball J, I-I. R. President ' Z A Student Council 0 , A Boys' Chorus ' . Asst. Baseball Mgr. J I tl Scholarship-Leadershi LJ- ' A Cappella Choir ,V Yearbook Staff National Athletic Scholarship Society Varsity Football jr. Class Social Director MARY MARGARET KLANSKY Mary Modesty is the best jewel. Ushers' Guild Dramatic Club LEONARD KLEIN Len Friendship to many and good will to all. Band Orchestra German Club l -9 LOUISE PEACE KLEIN Lou Peppy, lively, full of fun, A friend and pal to everyone. H. R. President President Student Council Tennis Team Yearbook Art Staff Voice Art Staff Scenic Artists Debating Club Senior Play Scholarship-Leadership JOSEPH KLEINHANDLER Frenchy Je m'en liebe. President French Club Chess Club Spanish -Club ' Sr. Debating Club MARGARET LOUISE KNIGHT Mickey Mickey, pretty Mickey. H. R. Vice-President H. R. President Student Council L. A. W. Scholarship-Leadership WILLIAM ANTON KUHN Baz A good sport of the best sort. Interclass Basketball DOROTHY ANN KULHAWIK uD0tr1 Vim, vigor, and vitality. L. A. W. Dramatic Club Oflice Assistant 4 a 0 f Pk 5 x LUELLA ANN LADD Lice Dark EyeJ. Library Squad Social Director Library Squad GERTRUDE MARIE LaFERRlERE 'Trudy' Ain't .the sweet? A Cappella Choir L. A.W. Girls' Chorus jr. Mothers' Tea Spring Concert Dramatic Club State Choral Festival Barnum Festival Le Cercle Francai: JAMES CARLISLE LAFFERTY Laferdie He hide: his light under 4 hu.rhel. Aeronautics Club Interclass Basketball Tennis Team H. R. Vice-President Newtonians THOMAS EDWARD LAPKE HLapH O Captain, my Cuptain! Varsity Football Interclass Basketball r .a. I' r V A I Sl Q L ' .A H ' c MARY ANN THERESA LAVIOLETTE Mal She'J the kind of girl we like to know. L. A. W. XJ JEAN FRANCES LINANE r nj ARLINE IRIS LEICHTMAN fIA'll The pen ir mightier than the sword. Senior Play Debating Team Le Cercle Francair jr. Classical League Voice Literary Staff Chorus journalism Club Advanced Algebra Club Dramatic Club Ushers' Guild Jr. Mothers' Tea Christmas Pageant Committee ADRIENNE NORMA LESSLER HAI! There'J music in her hngertiprf' H. R. Secretary jr. Mothers' Tea Jr. Delegate Sr. Delegate Scholarship-Leadership Band Orchestra Spanish Club Dramatic Club Chorus MORTON LEVINSON Mort Happy-go-lucky ir hir trend- All in all, 4 very good friend. Safety Council Interclass Basketball ALICE ANN LIGGINS rlMidgen l hear a nightingale ringing. A Cappella Choir 4 ean'1 An atomic blonde. L.A.W. Girls' Chorus Dramatic Club H. R. Treasurer FRANKLIN ROBERT LINK Link S1.'hool is 0.K., hut vacation ir ruper! Bassick Student League RICHARD LOPEZ Rich A friend to all who knou' him. Bassick Student League JEANNE LOSIER lo Jeannie with the light brown hair. Bassick Student fLeague J n ' 1 41 I rl' . ,. .e fu' tw 3 5 f - xv L10 ,f CONSTANCE IRENE LOVELL Connie Gentle, modett, and ,fu'eet. Secretary French Club F. T. A. Chorus ROSEMARIE PRISCILLA LUCAS Ro.rie A dignifed young lady. H. R. Treasurer L. A. W. Treasurer Girls' Chorus A Cappella Choir C JAMES THOMAS MacFADYEN Mac Up above the world Jo high, Like a diamond in the thy. J. V. Basketball Interclass Basketball GRACE ESTHER MACHALOWSKI Mac Charm, heawy-Grace! D. A. R. Award EDITH BARBARA MAGDEFRAU Bob Sometime: quiet, .fometimer gay: hat we like Edie either amy! L. A. W. D. A. R. M .Je . , I I tt! fu-'J' . fffl f e L! v E HEL LILLIAN MAGILNICK HEthU She entertain: a cheerful dirporitionf' Chorus Library Squad L. A. W. Choir Dramatic Club DONALD WILLIAM MAGYAR rlD0nu Dapper Don. H. R. Athletic Delegate 31 rfv- ANNA MARIE MAIER Ann'j ., A rweet hfuyettef ' I L. A. W. I' 1' Senior Delegafpfll TD.A.R. X 4 f I j Ii. 117 , I K X ,I . C 4 l 'V ARMAND ROY MAILLOUX Shine He flies through the air with the greatext of eaJe. Stage Crew MAXINE ELLIOTT MAIN frMaxfJ Ar Main goes, ro goes vw the nation, H. R. Vice-President Chorus Safety Council Delegate , ' Spanish Club Q . 0 . U President G. A. L. A. EJ u l fffllw.. fflf CATHERINE MANDEL nc-all-'yu Tnir chic. L. A. W. Chorus DANIEL MANNHEIM Dan To know him is to like him. -O Senior Delegate H junior Classical League German Club 4 ' German Newspaper Staff Newtonians Chess Club JOHN CHARLES MARLIN 11Tex1r Every inch an athlete. Baseball Inrerclass Basketball Athletic Delegate A Cappella Choir MARILYN MASNIK Lyn The lovelinerr of you. Spring Play Dramatic Club Spanish Club Debating Club Safety Council Junior Classical League Girls' Chorus Yearbook Staff Senior Play n A ASSEY lIArH lucid ar e al blue rea. L. A. W. I Safety Council g ROBERT STEPHEN MAYER IlBobH Top.notch pilot, Aviation Club Flying Club Newtonian Club German Club Chemistry Research Club RONALD EDWARD MCCARTHY Carb I was a hay scout-till I .rtarted girl scouting. Bassick Student League OT! JOSEPH Melt Moc -AHIT manner is carefree: Hi! rpirit it . H. . H. R. e-President Intercl asketball JOAN DOLORES MEEHAN Boch It'.r not whether we win or lore, It'J how we ploy the game. Bassick Student League PAUL MEROPOULOS Greek My'wantJ are few. J. v. Football Interclass Basketball I ARMAND JOHN MESSENGER Chip Good nature mean: popularity. Interclass Basketball J. v. Football MARILYN LOUISE METZGER ' Mutzi Always friendly, alwayr gay, Alwayr rnodext, that? her way. L. A. W. Red Cross Delegate V 3 1 IVE P JOSEPHINE CHRISTINE MINIEVICH IOJie A penny for your thoughts. L. A. W. Dramatic Club Safety Club J f' I J CBARLBARA 'I:NbbIL1OOsgEoHy U ,, Lg I ' l Oar, ne'an4 inly .strawberry A Qondef' I D. Ai. Award Q MARGERY LOUISE MOORS Margie We're alwayt thinking of you, Margie. Girls' Chorus L. A. W. Safety Delegate JOAN FRANCES MORAN njodnr A good nutured perron is never out of place. Spanish Club L. A. W. Interclass Basketball f f . W . , -: P 1 af f M' jf ll3ENl2 ROSE MORANSKI jf' , . , ., I , I Cute, an'zl.coftpetent.' L. A. W. f H. R. President ' H. R. Secretary Soccer Champs ffm- JOSEPH ANTHONY MORRISSEY J oe Connery win: women at well at valor. Junior Delegate H. R. President Student Council JOAN JANE MOSKONWITZ jo4nie Patierzee is 4 virtue of the godr. Bassick Student League GLORIA MARY MRASCO UGIUU S ophirlication -.spiced with friendlinllrrf' H. R. Secretary Dramatic Club Journalism Club Girls' Chorus Jr. Delegate Sr. Delegate LAWRENCE JOHN MURPHY nLar',yn Gaiety ir the .foul': health. Senior Play A. A. Delegate WILLIAx ERARD MYERS W' A HBH!!! T pier! mirer ir he ,sq-ve: hir friends. ig-. Football lnterclass Basketball Spanish Club Athletic Delegate H. R. Vice-President flfiti, r . i ff if 4 A fp 4l7,f:,ll'F FRANK NAGY Nudge lt'.r 4 virtue to he Frank. Bassick Student League ANNE REBECCA NAMIAN llAnl The J of farhion, and mould of form. ecretary . . R. Treasurer V , Span' ' b ,Q ,K Dra a Libr Squad . M Interclass Basketb ij! L '- ' Interclass Soccer Interclass Volleyball Interclass Softball Yearbook Staff ALAN WOLFE NISHBALL 'Wish' He'r as corny at Kansas m Augu.rt! Spanish Club Chess Club Interclass Basketball IRMA LORRAINE NOBLIN mv Here ioday, ahrent tomorrow. L. A. W. KM, JM I MAE ORTHROP VV . Wan o doubt, I7 y .r to want eye. u Bass dent Le e f g 1 l ' cMAUREEN sr-IELIA O'BRIEN A rrT0ddyn When Irish eyes are smiling. Girls' Chorus Spring Concert Red Cross Delegate French Club F. T. A. Junior Mothers' Tea NNY' PATRICIA ANN O Pat Pride hkiQiyIfunkbbt.3 - French REBS' wx avert' GB . , kk-I lil. R.YV??Lg'gsidenF'x- fm, Q H. R. Sifretary f ' Aix f -J JUNE MARGARET OLAH Willy Summer, winter, autumn, spring, Sports for her are just the thing. Red Cross Delegate H. R. Treasurer L. A. W. jr. Softball Champs jr. Soccer Champs Jr. Basketball Champs ROSARIO CARMEN OLTRA Rose A Rose without a Jingle thorn. G. A. L. A. French Club Dramatic Club H. R. Treasurer HELEN MAE OSTERBERG Ostie Everywhere you go, sunshine follows you. H. R. President Student Council All Girls' Day Junior Red Cross Delegate Yearbook Staff '- xr rr -av T. C' SHIRLEY ALMA OSTERLIND Shirl The way to have a friend is to he one. Girls' Chorus Dramatic Club L. A. W. BERNERD FRANCIS PALASKE Bernerd I decline. Tennis Team I Pean ts M PAPROSKI u It's not that I like study less, But that I like fun more. Bassick Student League GEORGE LOUIS PEREZ General A little nonsense now and then Is relished hy the best of men. Hi-Y J. V. Football Inrerclass Basketball MARY LUCILLE PETERS Merilu I love life! Spanish Club Dramatic Club President Jr. Red Cross rfv 5- 5 Q' g me IN YICH 0 e V C e, Jnappy, 4 full fun, Known and loved hy ev yone. H?N ERO I A N Dramatic Club H. R. Secretary Red Cross Delegate - L. A. W. g - f' .' C 7' 1 . Stl . ' 11 , S H1 K AN KENCH' PETII1 Ioan VJ X hi hindi? iinf 'XJ 'A llendly miie. K gf lo' 'uf D - 'A X If HY gg giristmas Ilsselilbly A -QDrarrpltic Club 'X A Usltil Guild .sk X RENO JOHN PICCIOLI HK Tall, dark, and hand A H. R. President . Jr. Delegate gb!! 7 Sr. Delegate , Spanish Club Asst. Manager Basketball Manager Basketball JOHN MICHAEL PICCIRILLO Yunchi A: the girlr' go. H. R. Vice-President Athletic Delegate Stage Crew Football Asst, Manager Baseball MADELINE MARIE PISANELLE Madge Dark hair, dancing eyes, Always Jmiling, Jhe'J a prize. Dramatic Club Safety Council 36 -ck- JEAN PITTU Chippy' Tiny but terrific. H. R. Vice-President H. R. Secretary Jr. Mothers' Tea Dramatic Club Interclass Softball FRANK DONALD POPP Ilpoppl Genius it the capacity for avoiding hard work. H. R. Treasurer Advanced Algebra Club EDNA ADELLE POREMBA uDeln F tr e light. H. R. Secret y Red Cross ell t L. AW Scholarship-Lmd:'?1 Yearbook Busin Chorus Dramatic Club Make-up Squad SHIRLEY ANN PULASKI Shirl' The CENTER of attraction. H. R. Secretary H. R. Vice-President H. R. President L. A. W. Student Council S S JV. 5 TAN jMARY RAHGO Connie - I f' k5 .SkfiQ, sailing, over the I hounding main. , F Club I Z Ifljp wr EANNETTE RANDALL leannelle J lr A good sport. G. A. L. A. H. R. Treasurer VIOLET MADELYN RANDALL Vi A .fhy Violet. Girls' Chorus Etty play eight hourr a day. il ' 'U I er Cllamps ' Nj I' ROBERT MATELYN RICH Bob Rich in friendJ. Bassick Student League WALTEN CHARLES RICHTER f 1 5 .R ,,, I lg, X ic or ' and night, my fancy? K br, lg if ever withvl my Jeanne. 2 l H. R. Presiilent Student Council i Mail YQI.A I G Sal The sun ' J never mining from our Sally. Library Squad WILLIAM RIDOLFI Bill The atomic bomb iJn't very big either. H. R. Vice-President Basketball CONSTANCE MAYBELLE RODA Connie AlufayJ Jmiling with .romething to Jay. ' Cliorus ' MA Y TERESA ROGERS 1 rfMary:: , A' I Roglr! ' ' . 'Secretary-Treasurer Ushers' Guild Library 'Squad Treasurer Library Squad Senior Delegate . Sr. Debating Club Yearbook Literary Staff ' Dramatic Club Girls' Chorus Senior Play jr. Mothers' Tea ' Stratford Forum Spring Play Properties ' EDWARD ANTHONY ROMAN Ed The noblert Roman of them all. Bassick Student League Y .10 fm' rfv- f EJ:A1NE Give a cheer for Captain Cheering G. A. L. A. Chorus Choir jr. Mothers' Tea Spring Play H. R. Vice-President Spring Concert Q, Champion Basketball X ' Champion Softball ' Christmas Assembly Yearbook Art Staff GEORGE CLINTON ROWELL, JR. George School is nice, but we .thouldn't want nice things all the lime. Bassick Student League ELIZABETH MARY RYAN Ben A rilenl tongue reeks no lrouhlef' Girls' Chorus L. A. W. RUDOLPH LINCOLN SABADOS Rudy Two greal Ameriran: horn on the .fame day-Rudy and Abe. H. R. President' Senior Class Treasurer Junior Class Treasurer Scenic Artists Senior Play J. V. Football Varsity Football Scholarship-Leadership DOROTHY MARIE SABO rrDonyn Mirehief dancer in her eye: and :miles upon her lipJ. Girls' Chorus H. R. Secretary French Club MARY LOU SANDONE Lou Why, oh why, did I ever leave Wyoming? A Cappella Choir G. A. L. A. H. R. Treasurer Yearbook Literary Staff Le Cercle Francais F. T. A. Spring Concert Interclass Sports Christmas Assembly Barnum Festival All Girls' Day Soph. Basketball Champs Soph. Soccer Champs PETER CHARLES SATMARY usa,-Tyla If: in the hook,- why bother it? Bassick Student League BARBARA MARGARET SCHEYD Barb Shes naps. H. R. Secretary Jr. Classical League Library Squad G. A. L. A. JOAN ELVA SCHULTZ Io Happy-go-luchy. L. A. W. DENNIS SCHUTTE Nitin I do my homework- romezimerf' Bassick Student League f NATALIE LOUISE SCHWARZ HNMYI She ix peppy, what a girl! She keep: as in a conttant whirl. National Honor Society Ushers' Guild U. S. History Debating Club Chorus French Club jr. Classical League H. R. President Scholarship-Leadership Advanced Algebra Club Dramatic Club Yearbook Staff Christmas Pageant Committee Student Council MATILDA MAYME SEAKER lITil!7 With a Jong in her heart. Girls' Chorus A Cappella Choir Spanish Club F. T. A. Spring Concert jr. Mothers' Tea Green and White Revue EVA MARGARETA SEAQUIST Eva Mind cannot follow, nor word! expren, her infinite .fweetneJ.f. Bassick Student League JOHN RAYMOND SERES Johnnie Give a Jhort cheer for SereJ. Cheer Leader Choir MARGARET SHADICK Marge At home with the Rangers. Dramatic Club f T -P CAROL ANN Sl-IEA Spec A cute perxonality, full of rascalityf' jr. Volleyball Champs Secretary Library Squad Treasurer G. A. L.A. Red Cross Delegate Interclass Sports Secretary Spanish Club Spring Concert H. R. Delegate Chorus Soph. Basketball Champs Soph. Soccer Champs CORNELIUS PATRICK SHEA rrcornyn Better late than never. Bassiclt Student League BARBARA ANN SHEDLOCK lrBdrbu Her way: are pleaxant, hut all her path: are not peaceful. Le Cercle Fran ai: I ll-M 41 V ' nj 1 1 .CAI I W. ,lf ffl 4 1' fi ROBERT DANIEL SHEEHAN Sweeney Wood Park is my heat. Stage Crew Sr. Delegate jr. Delegate Choir Football BARBARA ANN SHERWOOD npudgeu Generally speaking, .the it generally speaking. Bassick Student League ffv SPIRO PETER SHERY Pierre I'll get by. J. V. Football Interclass Basketball Senior Delegate ALIDA REVY SHULKIN Lee Popular, pretty, and always pleasant. Red Cross Delegate H. R. Vice-President Dramatic Club Library Squad Social Director Spanish Club Ushers' Guild Junior Classical League Chorus junior Mothers' Tea Yearbook Staff Senior Class Delegate VINQENT WILLIAM SIEDLECKI Billy Charming Billy. Bassick Student League fly .y . r ,L DQROTH:f s1Lya1b51AN.. K. g it . 'lf' ' Pouwlef.fyour,Qface' xith ' , 'sunshine. V Dra atilXClub ,. ' r ' ' safe'SLcoumi1, , ff . I-Ls R. viyte-Pugh' f X Iqrifif 1-ll. ff 1 , . - ,, 1 ' ,. -- ,fll f If l I .4 -K GEORGE THOMAS SIMS uyogiu I don't like noise unless I make it myself. J. V. Basketball Varsity Basketball lnterclass Baseball lnterclass Basketball H. R. Treasurer 2 JOAN ANN SIROTNAK L ' We ask you very co dent' 'Aifft she ' Clu erclass Bas Interclass Socc L. A. W. Bowling Team JACQUELINE ANN SMITH Hjackie' She seldom strikes out in baseball, or in life. L. A. W. G. A. L. A. French Club ROBERT PHILIP SMITH Bob Smith-a mighty man is he.' H. R. President Red Cross Delegate BARBARA MARY SOMEN Bobbie' Much has she undertaken, and much accomplished. Choir Red Cross Delegate jr. Mothers' Tea Spring Concert L. A. W. Jr. Delegate Sr. Delegate Barnum Festival Ushers' Guild O.B.S. All State Choir SYLVIA BERNICE SPANER Sylwkz' Efficiency should be her middle name. i l sf ' 1 National Honor Society IJ .' , J Voice Literary Staff h , 4 Chorus V' I ' s journalism Club , Ll-' l Ushers' Guild L ' L Spring Concert y 1 A L, tt Dramatic Club - ' ' I t Editor-in-Chief of Voice If t ui 'o 1 I f ala NANCY MARIE SPRAGUE 1- f Nance She'r knockogzt: JlJe'.r regal. H. R. President JA Safky Delegate President Safety Council Yearbook Literary Staff H. R. Delegate journalism Club L. A. W. All Girls' Day Dramatic Club -N BARBARA DIANE STA FSTROM A rub Life goer to a party. ' Aviation Club French Club Dramatic Club K' -' 7 ,. FLORENCE STEINHARDT Flo For ber soul ir filled with matic. Le Cercle Francais A Cappella Choir Orchestra Vice-President German Club RUTH MARIE STENQUIST IlRulh!I It'r nice to be natural when you're naturally nice. Red Cross Delegate Chorus Orchestra Dramatic Club MICHAEL LOUIS STISKAL Mike Puff - Puff, Toot - Toot. off be gow! Orchestra Band Chess Club f g JOHN CLIFFORD STOHL, JR. lljackl! What doe! the late bird catch? Bassick Student League GUNNAR ALFRED STONE IIGWII A rtraight rhooterf' Hi-Y Club ' LI B ULLIVAN I, Betsy Worrier- . Chorus Spring Concert Dramatic Club Aviation Club Le Cercle Francair H. R. Secretary Senior Delegate ERNEST WILLIAM SVAB lfsidll Tor: me that pigskinf' Football .sfol I . our I - Nl- T SHIREETIANE SWANSON Shirl Homework! Wbat'r that?.9.9 Chorus Choir Spanish Club Senior Debating Club Dramatic Club 41 ffm, DOLORES SWILLING Lorie There it a twinkle in her eye. Bassick Student League CODFREY ARNOLD LWILLI NG Swill I-'is heart ir like 4 street car- Alu-ayt full, but alwayx room for one more. Bassick Student League Pl EVAN MARTIN ll 7-WL X H f EU via Bassiek Stuflent I e NY lilyfllrfzll l f 4 . T V Country fg . ' I l NL 7V f 1 LAURA JANE TERRACE Laurie A .rhyl reserved kind of grace. L. A. W. Safety Club Dramatic Club X Y A 1 N N x - ,J 9 ' 1 BETUANN THQMPsoNBw A he tiny, this ulise. Jhe'J a - rkervfor her size. L. A. W. H. R. reqsurer V V All G' ' Day 0 X r A! -'L . ,f N.. AA ,fgf X .10 7 4-wily' EDNAI MAE THOMPSON Ed A little giggle now and then to brighten up the hearts of men. L. A. W. Dramatic Club Chorus WALTER ANTHONY TOMMASI Bald FriendlineJJA at itr bert. Bassick Student League QRISCILLA ANN TOTH Pete Five feet two, eye: of blue. L. A. W. Interclass Basketball THEODORE PAUL TOTH lfTedl! If Jilence were golden, he'd he rich! Bassick Student League MARILYN TOWNE Lyn A dixpotition at golden at her hair. Girls' Chorus L. A. W. H. R. Secretary G. A. L. A. Spring Concert ELEANOR THERESA TRAUB HEleIl A lair country maid it the. Bassick Student League BARBARA NELL TRICKEY Bobbie Give me my Vic - side anish US V Cho' A ' d Z earbook Staff , of Spring Concer v Future Teachers of America FRANCES ANN TROVARELLI IlFranll Her nation if Q-U-I-E-T. Bassick Student League CECELIA ANN TRUP Sally lf pretty facet mean Juccen, You will Jucceed, we must conferrf' Secretary and Second Vice- President of G. A. L. A. OHN VICTOR TURK Yunrh The three muttketeers- me, myself, and I, lnterclass Basketball H. R. Vice-Pre ident Chess Club lv T v ' ,f . f X ,f,Wf. ',' . M J x I l TURRINI Reel Little, bin--ob my! L.A. ERICH TUSCH Geneff Life it one darn thing V after aadf5er. Bancl Orchestra K. 'V x-iff,-4 JEAN BEVERLY TYLER Liz Walter, Walter, everywbereln Safety Council L. A. W. Soccer Team Basketball Team ag ife as r mer. f erclass B ke b Senior Dele J. V. Bask ll RUDOL '29 k It c lf JEANNE LILLIAN WALDMAN Jeanne Sparkling eye! and curly hair- These did many a wise man 1 snare. . Dramatic Club ' Senior Play Debating Club Le Cercle Francair Chorus ffl-S. L R 41 ' f' A :lf ll im fl J ilk ' ll l ,Y JEAN FRANCES WALSH Bunny A friend to all. D. A. R. L. A. W. Library Squad All Girls' Day ALICE ANNA WEBB Al Laughter, with thee I mean to live. L. A. W. Bi-Yites JACQUELINE BARBARA WEINSCHENK Jackie Lovely to look at, delightful to know. Interclass Basketball H. R. Treasurer President F. T. A. Publicity Committee Jr. Green and White Revue Ushers' Guild H. R. Vice-Presidew Yearbook Staff junior Classical Secretary German All Girls' Day Publicity Committee Sr. Play HARRIET MAE WEISBERG r1HarJr M-rn-m'm good! junior Classical League Chorus Dramatic Club Spanish Club Library Squad Senior Debating Club Junior Mothers' Tea JOAN MARJORIE WHEELER rrjodnrl Make mine music. Choir Spring Conicert Chorus Barnum Festival L. A. W. Red Cross Delegate rr CAROL LYNN WHELAN tical!! Girl of our dream5. ' Spanish Club Debating Club Dramatic Club juniory Mothers' Tea Future of America Interclass Y A61-IITE I nn e where going trumpetrf' Co I qua 'ix f Guild l President ' Delegate X -Y Scholarship-Leaders 119 L. A. W. U NANCY JOAN WILKES Nana Who could ark lor anything more? Co-Director Social Activities Library Squad German Club Voice Staff Ushers' Guild Journalism Club r ' 1' ., i XVI ty 0-V, X ,M rf. .-,L - 1 Jf.f W5,el Ljlwkil - . 4 yn , lub - DOROTHY GRACE WOLLERT Dot Her heart ir always merry. L. A. W. H. R. Secretary H. R. Vice-President NAOMI HARRIET YELLIS Naomi She accomplishes all :he undertakes. Dramatic Club jr. Classical League Spanish Club ? f qi-1 --, ' . C xr vp I l YE' V 6104- L Y yve CAROLYN MQRGYKRET JOSEPH ZINSKY OIF YOUNGS La Young amz' lair ix tba. IX vk H. R. Treasurer ,VYA Le Cerfle Fram'aiJ kj WALTIZR JOSEPH ZACKRISON Walt Vlleighl ol Jucren. H. R. President Vice-President Stuclent Council A Cappella Choir Spring Play President Spanish Club U.S. History Debating.: Club Chemistry Research Club WILLIAM JOHNK :Co X I , in U QU, fre I I if 1 X . r-A . 1' f'Quiet J 1110141 . ' L . ilk .I Delegfg. H- ' H1 .1 Dcfeiz, C p .. I IJ 'I' - f f ' f-ff jf 412 W Perpetual grin, for an opti mi.rl'.r smile will never give in.' Bassick Student League WALTER MICHAEL ZOKAS uzoopr Girls look up to him- tbey have to. Spanish Club Y Seniors Without Pictures K SHIRLEY FAIREL l'iBEV'ERLY JEAN RUDD B 'Q'-I .' .H 'A--' g '.-1.1- -3- .- Q ., -+ '15 .',iT4 u-.gl nag. .'g.v 4.:v::. IZ.. -.4. OT Eng: fri'-is fl E1 21: in A22-if '.- J..-,::' 1 Ni ' . ,.?'.y ' . Ivan.. U '.g-L'P- .2-ugq. 1- 3'?,.p5s 'lf yer. Q 3'?l?-is ,.1:.?ff4i5' : 'rf' 45 I lleminiscance In llhyme CLASS HISTORY 1950 September 7, 1947-Our First Day at Bassick 'Twas a bright sunny morning when, rimid and shy, We entered the building of dear Bassick High. With compass in hand we started to roam From hallway to doorway in this place we called home. The shrill sounds of laughter rang out loud and clear, March 18, 1949-Junior Dance fSpring Frolicj At last it was here, our grand junior Dance. Spring FroIic we called it, and all in a trance, We set out for the Ritz in a flurry of snow, Though the weather was damp, our spirits weren't w The music was mellow, the partner so right, We couldn't have asked for a Iovelier night. Announcing to all that the sophomores were here! The seniors were helpful in so many ways We followed their pointers and walked in a daze, But once we were used to the routine and style, We opened our trunks and stayed for a while. June 7, 1948-First Class Meeting On the 7th of june in the year '48 Our class had a meeting to find out its fate. We met out adviser, and officers, too, Who eagerly told us what we were to do. And so we departed for a summer of fun, Not able to wait for September to come. November, 1948-Class Dues and Class Colors In the month of November, still '48, Our dues were collected-though some a bit late. Fifty cents was the charge, so little to pay, But it started our treasury well on its way. We chose our class colors in each junior room And the final results were-white and maroon. November 19, 1948-Football Hop November 19th was the night of the Hop, When Fairfield and Bassick, all rivalry stopped- Gatherecl together to have a good time. The evening was lovely, the music, sublime. We danced and we whirled until by and by, The hour approached and we left with a sigh. January 17 and 18, 1949-Measurement for Rings Amidst all our fun there was business to do, To measure for rings and pay for them, too. We waited in lines that reached out to the hall, While fingers were measured, from largest to small. We paid our deposit, hardly able to wait For our rings to arrive at some future date. February 16, 1949-Junior Mothers' Tea Our Valentine theme of hearts red and white Certainly made an impressive sight. This time it was Mother, the Queen for a Day, Who chatted with teacher in a most cordial way. The feeling of friendship was soon in the air Which helped make our tea such a gala affair. March 30,3l, 1949-Long-awaited Arrival of Rings We waited 'till March for our rings to come, And after we'd paid an additional sum, Each student received, and I know you'll agree, A ring worth far more than that nominal fee. In black and gold setting it's really the thing, And something to cherish-that's our class ring. April 19, 1949-All Girls' Day Girls have been known to be dainty and shy- This we are sure no one will deny. But they certainly knew how to shout and hurray Especially when it came to All Girls' Day. This was the time when men were ignored, The gym was overrun with a feminine horde. A bevy of beauties strolled across the floor, Displaying their fashions with glamour galore. And as for the races-'twas a minor task. 1 We juniors were victors, what more could you ask? May 24, 1949-Final junior Class Meeting The end of our reign as juniors was near, The class was assembled, all anxious to hear Reports from the officers on how we had done In the year '49, an enjoyable one. Our thoughts wandered forth as we heard what To make 1950 the best of the three. June 8-11, 1949-Bridgeport's Barnum Festival Early in June the city saw fit To pay tribute to Barnum, a man of great wit. The first thing in line for this gala aHair there'd Was a gorgeous parade-half of Bridgeport was there, To join in the fun of a wonderful sight That started at dawn and lasted through night. The ball put an end to this great celebration In honor of Barnum, Bridgeport's gift to the nation. October 15, 1949-Senior Class Meeting We'd left as mere juniors, but that was long past. We'd earned the title of Senior at last. This called for a meeting, and so, as before, We gathered together to find out the score. The coming event which followed in line Was to be our Class Trip, remember that time? October 22, 1949-Senior Class Trip to West Point Our first big shindig as seniors, you know, Was to visit West Point, so, with this as our goal, We sped over hills, through city and town, Bouncing and singing, first up and then down. But still in one piece we witnessed the game, Exploring the grounds till it started to rain. But it took more than nature to spoil our fun, And so back to our buses we quickly did run. The evening was spent at Bear Mountain Inn, A lovelier place there couldn't have been. Then after a long but enjoyable day, We departed for home, and slept all the way. November 18, 1949-Bassick-Fairfield Hop CGrasmete1 It was football time, and to add to the cheer, Our annual hop with Fairfield was here. The gym at Grasmere this time was the spot, The laughter was carefree, the music was hot. All rivalry ceased to exist for a while, As fellows and girls stepped out in true style. Need we recall how the time seemed to fly, And all too soon we shouted, Goodbye , As couples left for destinations unknown, With intentions much later of returning to home. December 2, 1949-Senior Class Play, Growing Pain: Ah, Shakespeare, if only you could have been here To witness our play, the best of the year. 'Twas called Growing Pains-a comedy skit- What acting and drama, what laughter and wit! The cast was perfection, the critics all say, So open your gates, movieland, and make way. Forget about Cagney and others like these And welcome to stardom our own Donald Freese, Who, along with the rest of that talented cast, Presented a play-its memory to last. December 22, 1949-Christmas Assembly Music set the solemn scene for our Christmas assembly, And even mean old Mr. Scrooge would have smiled to see The costumes so bright and the Christmas tree. Carols were sung of the lands far away And stories were told to proclaim that great day, When long, long ago in a stable so small A Savior was born-King above all. We thank everyone who helped us to see How lovely this season of Christmas could be. january 17, 1950-Measuring for Caps and Gowns With graduation not too far away, Another task before us lay. It was measuring again-but not for class rings- Caps and gowns were the important things. '-iv And so, once again, we lined up to see Who tallest or shortest in inches would be. lt didn't take long, but none could deny The year was half gone, and was fast whining by. Match 17, 1950-Senior Mothers' Tea. Why, hello, Mrs. Jones, so this is your dear. What a joy she has been to my class all this year! Can't you just hear the gossip so free That helped make a hit of our Senior Tea? The library was wearing a different face- Decorations so lovely, not a book out of place. The music and chatter with coffee and tea Made this an event with a capital E. April 19, 1950-All Girls' Day April meant time for the girls once again To forget all their cares over dances and men. Fashions were in vogue, and with races and sports, Mam'selle was the star in formals or shorts. The scores were decided, each class did its best. With shouts of farewell all went home for a rest. May 19, 1950-Senior Prom The fellows had saved since early in fallg They couldn't skip up on the best dance of all. The girls in their gowns of colorful net Completed a picture we'll never forget. The music was dreamy, it flooded the place, And added a look of romance to each face. A lovelier prom there never could be, A wonderful time, a real memory. june 6, 1950-Class Day Exercises Good times wait till last, as everyone knows, And our stay here at Bassick had come to a close. Our final assembly was called for the yearg But unlike the others, this time 'twas to hear Of what we'd accomplished since, if you remember, We'd come here as sophomores one day in September A program of laughter and musical skill Plus reading of history, prophecy, and will. We lingered a while, reminded of when In the year '55 we would gather again. June 16, 1950-Commencement The Klein was alive with a feeling so tense, Graduation had come-the last of events. To each one of us it meant something new: Our lives were our own, our school days were through But though we have left, not one can deny We'll always remember our dear Bassick High. -JoAN GABANY -Domus Ewmustson -Lois GRANLUND rpm-f 1 f fjk -1 J 5 . .. 4 ...:.....1 V Maw ' . nw, as Z4 he , 1 .f 3 sv? low '1 SZ'v in uvk X 8, W-Q f, ,r . Graff, ,e. L an ll ww-,,,- ,Q-QPU' 5 I Firrl Rauf: Reno Piccioli, Joan White, Rudolph Vida, Barbara Somen, Miss Rose Costa, Margaret Galvin, Arthur Friedman, Mary Rogers, Daniel Mannheim. Second Row: Gloria Mrasco, Elizabeth Sullivan, james Gentile, Robert Sheehan, Marion Campbell, Walter Zackrison, Donald Freese, Theodore Deutsch, Anna Maier, Adrienne Lessler. SENIUR DELBGATES Progrerr was certainly the keynote of this year's energetic Senior Delegates. These wide-awake boys and girls, who were chosen as representatives by the senior home rooms, were largely responsible for the tremendous success of the social activities of the Class of 1950. Together with the class officers and the class adviser, Miss Rose Costa, they planned such senior functions as the class trip, the annual Bassick-Fairfield Football Hop, the Senior Mothers' Tea, Class Day, and--of course-the Senior Prom. Moreover, they single-handedly collected the class dues from their reluctant classmates and learned to accept with patience the inevitable, Do you have to have it now? , whenever they attempted to raise revenue. As the year went by, however, the value of their achievements became more and more appar- ent. An appreciative class began to feel that perhaps the delegates did possess a few redeeming qualities despite their lamentable tendency to keep the aver- age senior in bankruptcy. After all, look at the fun we enjoyed through their efforts. Now that the year is ended and we of the Class of 1950 look back at our memories of the many happy times made possible by our faithful delegates, we feel toward these hard-working seniors a sincere gratitude, which we are sure is the only reward that they want. 'iv a.tL t ,na 1 43kt QJP3' 'g's.WQl. ffm- ' ' rfggi-C 74 .fn 'I' q- .!, I , - s , 1- s' . , ,l,' , .:L'.: 'V 0 .YI ' ':., .l.'f.:' ':lq:a. .':' I 9 Goh . 'fzd i :. :ov I I I vu.. ':l, A-'t,,T '.' ' 'cies -aims. -wwf ' 9 , 1 io Q .' Q . , ' . '-.-Ox h u .. ' . g'.:,....!.-4,1 , :UZ tufizz. -.,- Q - -.ff ' .YT l gv cuss win ' After torturous and hazardous years of study, we, the Class of 1950, being of sound mind and body and having earned parole from our beloved institution of higher learning, where we have labored for the past three, four, or, in brilliant cases, five years, hereby leave our last will and testament disposing of all our possessions, worldly or otherwise. First: To the faculty of Bassick High School we leave our thanks and deepest appreciation for their assistance in preparing us for the future. Second: To Mr. Roth, Mr. Garand, Miss Gallahue, and Miss Kavanah, we leave our sincere gratitude for their guidance. Third: We leave to our class adviser, Miss Costa, our lasting friendship for her tireless efforts. Fourth: To the class ofhcers we leave our thanks for their superb leadership in making our entire stay at Bassick a huge success. Fifth: Tom Lapke and Sam jevarjian bequeath to the football team their hopes for a better season Cone win at least, pleasej. Sixth: To Pudge Flax we leave Cash McCarthys' extra pounds. Seventh: Bill Bowe and Arlene Hamilton leave their title of Number One Steady to joe Sereno and Beth Miller. Eighth: To jimmy Venman we leave Robert Engelman's assembly oratory and way with the teachers. Ninth: The chem students leave to the non-olfactored Mr. Davis either a new ventilating system or a supply of gas masks, plus a request for an eagerly awaited experiment- fermentation and distillation. Tenth: George Davis leaves his sneezes to echo through the halls for many years to come. Eleventh: To Miss Cutler we bequeath a red-morocco-bound edition of-Cushwa! Twelfth: To Mr. Ham we leave Einstein's new theory. Thirteenth: To the Junior Class we leave happy memories of the football game at West Point and the stop-off at Bear Mountain Inn. Fourteenth: Bernard Palaske leaves his ability to ski to anyone crazy enough to want ro. Fifteenth: Wood Park leaves, and the faculty relaxes. Sixteenth: Bob Sheehan leaves, and sophomore and junior girls are saddened. Seventeenth: To Joe Fiorello we leave Connie Carrol's skill at jerking sodas. Eighteenth: To any junior we leave an autographed copy of 1001 Tardy Excuses, by Robert Banyan. Nineteenth: We leave to the Black Rock Gang some tokens so they won't have to hitch- hike home. Twentieth: Don Freese leaves his ability to play the drums to anybody who can stand the noise. Twenty-first: To next year's treasurer we leave Rudy Sabados's secret method for obtain- ing class funds, and where was he the day of the Boston Brinks' holdup? Twenty-second: We leave to the girls of the Secretarial Course, Red Esposito's thanks for three years of fun. Twenty-third: To anyone who thinks he can drive it, we leave Ernie Kiraly's car. Twenty-fourth: To three dozen sports-minded juniors we leave ringside tickets to the long-awaited boxing match between Mr. Kleinwald and Christy janelu. , , , yi. 1 ,. .,, . E 3 ag. . Twenty-fifth: To up and coming Harriet Halper, Corky Haines leaves her dynamic per- sonality. Twenty-sixth: Ronnie Davis leaves-he hopes. Twenty-seventh: To Hatch's we leave that memorable night after the Harding football game. Twenty-eighth: To Miss Donnelly we leave a lie detector to help pick out the patrons of the Wednesday morning you-know-what. Twenty-ninth: Dante Hou Bedini leaves his various escapades and flings of the unusual to his junior equivalent Clmpossiblel No one could ever equal Hou D. Thirtieth: Peter Del Valle leaves all the swooning Bassick Belles to Bob Anderson. Thirty-first: Barbara Burlant wills her extensive wardrobe to joan Monturi. Thirty-second: To Ruth Wardrop we leave joan Gabany's desire for height. Thirty-third: Paul Fabry leaves his command of the English languauge Cas witnessed by all those in the assemblyl to his brother Ronald. Thirty-fourth: Nancy Wilkes leaves to junior understudy, Vilma Perachio, her sweetness, smile, and scholastic ability. Thirty-fifth: Mary Rogers leaves her wake up speech echoing through the halls for- ever more. Thirty-sixth: Mary Ellen Bruno bequeaths her Red Shoes to junior ballerina, Pat Heanue. Thirty-seventh: Reno Leaves his jolly, jerking, jabbering, jaunting jalopy to any junior. Thirty-eighth: Chauncey Bush leaves his stage crew work to be carried on by brother Phil. Thirty-ninth: Spiro Shery leaves his corny jokes to be repeated by junior comedian, john McKeon. Fortieth: Jimmy Canty leaves his part as a holy clergyman to any devout junior. Forty-first: To Mr. Lyons we leave repeated requests for a letter and a sweater from the members of the Varsity Squads. Forty-second: To Rae Reynolds we leave Dolores Gergely's flaming red hair. Note! It is the color that is left to Rae, not the hair. Forty-third: Jack Fahy and Bob Smith leave the tune When Irish Eyes Are Smiling ringing in the ears of all those in Bus II on the Senior Class trip. Forty-fourth: jimmy Gentile leaves the Debating Club, much to the dismay of Miss Cooney. Forty-fifth: George Sims leaves-and fellow Countryman john Nastu takes over where he left off. Forty-sixth: Anything else we have forgotten we leave to Ron Wuennemann and Chet Zaniefski. We, the undersigned, do set our hand and seal on behalf of the Class of 1950 on this, the sixth day of june, 1950. -RENO Plcclou ' -JAMES CANTY -SAM JEVARJIAN -JAMES LAFFERTY .ff , Q, . ,3 Gharactaristits BOY V james Gentile Robert Engelman Robert Engelrnan Louis Klein Cornelius Carroll Sam Jevarjian Frank Esposito Frank Esposito Robert Sheehan Donald Freese Lawrence Murphy Peter Del Valle Donald Freese Most Optimistic Most Dignified Most Business-Like I Most Artistic Most Pleasing Personality Best Dressed Most Courteous Most Reliable Peppiest Most Musical Best Dancer Most Popular Best Actor or Actress MOS! Artistic Class Fl GIRL Betsy Sullivan Nancy Wilkes Doris Emanuelson Elaine Roscoe Corinne Haines Nancy Sprague Lois Granlund Joan Gabany 'Margaret Galvin Adrienne Lessler Irene Moranski Corinne Haines Josephine Gathings a presse ees' X A ' , eninrs i C 'z N' , 1 ip, - i . fir Theres No Tomorrow My Foolish Heart The Gangs All Here fwvwv- Wine and Roses Hot Spot Dear Hearts DL, . Toot, Toot, Tootsies You Missed the Boat Enjoy Yourself WW. i . 'ii jd 'T' Glass of 1950 mi ...-f 1 ' , 1 Three Caballeros Happy Times Baby, it's cold outside I want to go home Dearie School Daze A dfggfnefs GOil'1g Way Mule Tfaifl 'a -m O Fin! Rau: Irene Mora ki L'll' ns i, i ian George, Gloria Ferrera, Barbara Burlant, Corinne Haines, joan Gabany, Mary Ellen Bruno, Gloria Mrasco, Miss Rose Costa. Second Rout Helen Bouras, Anna Maier, Elaine Roscoe, Elsa Arias Mary Rogers Nanc Br' N y iggs, ancy Wilkes, Dorothy Fourchette, Anne Namian, joan Petri: Dorothy Dodds, Patricia Ohlin, Betsy Sullivan, Marilyn Holmes. SBNIUR MGT ERS' TEA The emerald green of St Patrick made the librar a brill' . . y rant spot on March 16, the day of the Senior Mothers' Tea Large green shamrocks were used to decorate the tablesg and smaller ones, to identify each of the guests. Even the cakes and sand- wiches were green to carry out the color scheme. And a bit of the Blarney Stone must have been there too for what else , . could account for the glowing compliments exchanged by mothers and teachers as they chatted over their tea? To add further pleasure to the afternoon, Adrienne Lessler entertained with a piano solo, Jacqueline Weinschenk danced f a grace ul ballet, and Shirley Swanson and Barbara Trickey joined in a tuneful duet, The arrangements for the tea were in charge of Miss Rose Costa, the Senior Class adviser and her capable committ , . . ee chairmen-Dorothy Dodds, decorations, Ioan Gabany refresh- . Y ments and invitationsp Corinne Haines reception' Shirle . - Y Osterlind, check roomy Barbara Burlant, entertainment, and S 1 . . . . . yvia Spaner, publicity. That they all did a superb rob was proved by the pleased smiles on the faces of both parents d h an teac ers. Many thanks to these hard-working colleens for a delightful afternoon. 56 ha- ' ui.. 4 YJ- ?-' .4 alia-f Q, Q! l hte.. .,gYl j, 53' 23' 'filsff s .. 0 ' 1 in-ra-2. .!...'Y l'.:'. ' 1 J .0 l.Q ..., sg ' 1' ff. ., Sqn. 351 I z? . ' ,1 .'.v A A- ' ,agnwfa ffl: .. 533' 'fwdiki .:.'fAAN'A 11 .i 5 -UJYJQ ii ti-'S 'J-u u-C 'lf ' 3-5-.-1 ' f f-Q-n Fin! Rout Dolores Gergely, Marion Campbell, Marilyn Holmes, Mildred Dineson, Robert Engelman. Second Rowi Mary Ellen Bruno, Arthur Friedman, Maureen Daley, Louis Klein, Robert Sheehan, Rudolph Sabados, Jeanne Waldman, Mary Rogers, Lawrence Murphy, Marilyn Masnik, Donald Freese, Josephine Gathings. Third Row: Nancy Briggs, Arline Leichtman, Norman Blycher. SENIUR PLAY On Friday afternoon, December 2, the curtain went up on the Senior Play of 1950. Growing Paint was a humorous story of modern teenagers who were trying to make plans for their first formal party. To the delight of the audience, they found themselves in and out of one embarrassing situa- tion after another. Josephine Gathings and Donald Freese as the teenagers, Terry and George, went through their parts with as much ease as the man on the flying trapeze. Mildred Dineson and Bob Engelman as their bewildered, but loving, parents were tops . In fact, the entire cast was excellent, and an extra special orchid must go to Miss Mae McNulty for her able direction of the play. A bouquet must also be given to the properties committee, the stage crew, the scenic artists, and the make-up squad, who worked so well together that the ultimate result was the smoothest production ever to grace the stage of Bassick. 57 isa P. V .iq-yj, X 9 '51 E' 0 0.0. 2.1! lg.. h, .,......Le'n' fgisffa x 6 go C -'- -.-:-.- if ',h'.l Xl-,an i- . I T'! ' Y a .va ' :gil 117' v ,. Q-'ai i .H -t f ' if cuss rnurnici Blycher's Blasted Boneyard bursts a bombshell as the half of the twenty-first century is drummed off the grave of Don Freese. Rising from his tomb, james Gentile, the once-famous lawyer, calls the l950'ers to a reunion. Climbing out of his murky excavation, he revives the pleasant memories of his life as a lawyer, constantly battling with his starving competitors, Bob Engelman and Arthur Friedman. Suddenly jim- my's reverie is interrupted by the sweet strains of Please Don't Talk About Me When I'm Gone. He soon discovers that the voice belongs to none other than that night-club nightmare, Bob Sheehan. Bob decides to accompany jim, and the two wander over the hill to the plots of Marion Camp- bell and Peggy Kennedy, former proprietors of Camp- bell and Kennedy's Ketchup Castle. After renewing old acquaintances, the four float along and inten- tionally disturb the remains of joen Ciglar, once owner of Ciglar's Cozy Corner night spot, where all the greats of Bassick formerly starved. Years back Larry Murphy could be seen dancing there with his partner, Irene Moranski, to the mellow bends of Dante Bedini's accordion. Other headliners appear- ing nightly were the popular dance team of Mary Ellen Bruno, and Jackie Weinschenk, the duo ivory stranglers, Florence Steinhardt and Adrienne Lessler, the snazzy dance band of Dan Carter, Stanley Ander- sen, john Stohl, and Mitch Stiskalg and that popular mistress of ceremonies, Helene Brodsky. With a flippity-flop on the tombs of Mailloux and Haight, ex-acrobats rehearsing for their judg- ment day recital, they venture over to Herb Hairing- ton's tombstone, where they see those former grid stars, Sam Jeb-Jeb jevarjian and Tom Lapke, playing tiddly winks. A voice crying, Checkmate! can be heards as the foursome watch an exciting chess match, led by Godfrey Swilling, Peter Del was Valle, Bill Myers, Bill Kiley, john Fahy, Gerald Kay, Fred Eaton, and Rudy Sabados. Their attention is suddenly arrested by the sound of a creaky hearse which is making its way over the misty path to the tune of Down the Road to Peace. On the seat are the driver, Mortician Levinson, and his partner, Digby Messenger. They are followed by their efli- cient digging crew-Jimmy Canty, joe Zinsky, Frank Nagy, joe McKeever, Dennis Schutte, joe Morrissey, Ernie Svab, Bill Carrothers, and Walter Zackrison. Wandering down the path a bit farther, they are attracted by a delicious aroma of apizza ascending from down under, which is now the resting place of past partners Reno Piccioli and Frank Esposito. Taking an extra sniff, Marion sneaks in a word to tell her pals of the time she saw George Sims, Bill Firebug Haggerty, jimmy MacFadyen, Strike Out King john Marlin, and English teacher, Paul Fabry, spending an expensive evening there with their Dutch-Treat dates-Nancy Gronberg, Rosemarie Blankmeister, Lois Granlund, Corky Haines and Elinor Pittu. Doris Emanuelson, trim and neat, waited on the happy-go-lucky party. With a sudden snicker, lady-ghost Marion also tells of the time she split laughing when Frank Fazekas unconsciously parted with a shiny nickel to dance with Betsy Sullivan to that new sensational hit The 2:05 Bell Dash. Of Course, Frances Trova- relli was the center of attraction when she dropped the dollar size dinner on the dance floor to aid Kenny janello and Maxine Main on a safe slide to first base. Sitting at the corner table were Barbara Burlant, Nancy Wilkes, Barbara Sherwood, Audree Fox, Helen Osterberg, Barbara Shedlock, and Barbara Scheyd- a group of nurses from the Waldman and Masnik Sanitarium. The walls of Reno and Frank's edifice were decorated with spaghetti and meatballs except ' v Af, W -,.-,4-gg,,- . l' a -v . - f ', slid iw - i .ff for a lone advertisement modeled by the Dinglebury deb, Carol Shea, wearing an M.C.D. frock, designed by the McCarthy, Carroll, and Doerner Dress Co. Leaning on the iron gate to the burial grounds of the artistic Louis Klein family, Bob spies the name of Corny Shea, an old friend, chiseled on a sepulcher erected to him by Bob Deloya, his business partner in the Eat If You Dare fruit concern. Remember- ing the day he stopped in the store to buy a water- melon, Bob recalls a South American banana show he saw. The models were those scintillating lovelies: Carol Whelan, Helen Denton, Marilyn Holmes, Elaine Roscoe, Anne Namian, Dorothy Fourchette, Sophie Farsi, and Nancy Sprague. That same day he went to see a movie at the Harry S. Lyonstheater. After buying his ticket from cashier, Alice Coyle, he was ushered down the aisle by that charming usherette, Josephine Gathings. Re- clining in his seat, he saw the screen hit, Over a Test Tube, produced by Miss Green and directed by Mr. Davis. The leading players were the Long Hill lover, Tom Hawley, and Maureen Daley, the society queen. Becoming hungry and feeling an urge for some candy, Bob met the candy-kiss girl, Sally Egan, with whom he chatted. Their conversation was momentarily interrupted by Betty Gergely, the theater barker. Sally persuaded Bob to stick around until four o'clock to see Jeannette Randall perform on stage. After congratulating Bob on his excellent mem- ory,. the ever-loyal four struggle up another hill. Peggy complains about the steepness and expresses the desire to have the up-and-down girl joan Gabany with her elevator to take them up. Peggy tells her friends of the time she squeezed into joan's elevator at Stafstrom and Schwarz's Department Store where she bumped into that blissful pair, Mr. and Mrs. William Bowe, nee Arline Hamilton. Showing Peg her new hair-do, Arline said that she had just come from the Swanson and Dineson Hair-Dressing Shoppe. Bill, carrying a handful of books, told Peg he had come from the Crowley Library, where he was assisted by Beverly Grant, Connie Rhoda, and Barbara Anderson, the librarians in the children's department. After leaving the elevator, Peggy met her old buddy, Pat Hogan, chemistry teacher at the Eckert and French College of Liberal Arts. Pat told Peg that she had met an old school chum, Eunice Brolet, selling girdles. Wandering into the boys' department, Peg was greeted by the floor walker, Frank Popp, who showed her to the Boy Scout counter, managed by short- circuit Warren Brown and his clerks, Joe Kleinhand- ler and Ronald Davis. Reaching the top of the hill, the ghost of Peg resumes silence as she is confronted by a row of wooden white crosses belonging to those high step- pers of the Ballester and Zigo chorus: joan Ek, Evelyn Eklund, joan Sirotnak, Eleanor Aprile, Jackie Du Bac, Dot Wollert, june Olah, Edna Thompson, Elizabeth Ryan, and the Dominguez twins. As the sun comes up, the time when all good ghosts must return to their graves, their eyes fall upon a memorial erected by the class of 1950 to their beloved class adviser, Miss Rose Costa, which reads: September, 1922-june, 1950 She loved her work. May she rest in peace. , -MARION CAMPBELL -JAMES GBNTILE -RoEER'r SHEEHAN -MARGARET KENNEDY El' Gifxxx WJ Ajfgib fy VX.-,ml'V ' fibd UNDERGRADS L cmc! ,.,. Ag.. .47 47 .J-- i ' -741 A Ali- SY'-2 -U YJ- Jw A + b. Tig 33.5 Fint Row: Shirley Miller, Joan Monturi. Second Row: Harriet Halper, Joyce McBride, Patricia Bitso, Barbara Baye, Charlotte Stafford, Ruth Wardrop, Elaine Berger, Barbara Warren, Joyce Bond, Elaine Goldfield, Miss Helen Reed. JUNIUR MUTHERS' TEA On February 15, over one-hundred mothers braved the ice and sno way to the Junior Mothers' Tea. Although the weather outside was cold and icy, the atmosphere in the library was warm and congenial as the mothers enjoyed the delicious cakes and cookies, chatted with the teachers, and sipped tea poured by Elaine Berger, Betty Ann Niles, Barbara Button, and Gay Norton. The heart and lace corsage which each mother received was in keeping with the Valentine decorations, beautifully arranged by Charlotte Stafford and her committee. joan Monturi planned the entertainment which was presented by talented juniors- Pat Heanue, Ruth Kleban, Hollis Dworken ,and joan and jean jaudon. Reception chairman, Joyce Bond, refreshment chairman, Ruth Wardropg publicity chairman, Elaine Goldfield, invitation chairman, Joyce McBrideg check room chairman, Harriet Halperg and their committees are also to be applauded for the splendid job they did. Thanks to their hard work and the wonderful supervision of Miss Helen Reed, the tea was a huge success. w and slid their 62 1' 1' 1 -Qi .0 hr g. cl 535. 0 iY' Y YP 1,0 Fmt Row: David Pirozzoli, Joyce Bond, Peter Seymour, joan Monturi, Bnice Barnes. Second Row: Shirley Miller, Miss Helen Reed. JUNIUR GLASS UFPIUERS The Class of 1951 has been congratulating itself all year on its fine choice of junior Officers. These extremely capable leaders and their adviser, Miss Helen Reed, guided the class activities with tremen- dous success. Not even the forces of nature were able to stop them. In spite of sleet and snow and hail, the Junior Mothers' Tea was a real social triumph. The fashion show on All Girls' Day received over- whelming applause. And sure the Shamrock Shuflle was a grand affair altogether. This happy state of affairs is not surprising, how- ever, in view of the talent and versatility of the junior Officers. The class president, Peter Seymour, for example, is a member of the football team and the recipient of a Scholarship-Leadership pin. Joyce Bond, the vice-president, is a member of the Ushers' Guild and the Student Council. The treasurer, David Pirozzoli, is a master of finance, who has built up the class treasury from absolute zero to its present state of aflluence. Scholarship and the arts are also represented in this group. Secretary joan Monturi is an actress and a member of the junior Classical League. The co-directors of social activities are Shirley Miller, an artist, and Bruce Barnes, a musician and a member of the erudite Newtonians. It is easy to understand, therefore, why the junior Class is so proud of its well-chosen officers. GLASS JUNIUR ' vb ..J.aluV 32 U9 J ' I - r ' b V g I S I , , Q I '14 GLASS JUNIUR 2111! Gb' T gy Q,.,.,4-.Q W, -, . .1 'fri Junior naps 5 Q ' , I v , v' fi Q 2. ,nw , Tis W '.v -i 1 ' A gi- Q S . Xwf Y 1 1 xt-W , .' 'F' . -,g. M f ' fo 'Q -' -b-... '-Q71-ggi., Psffzvgf 'P lf 1,.-.s-'A ' l 'ti iv AIX 2 A v 3 if 7' .-9' if Q I 5 W. Idmgniv ' , ' i ' in - X i A 914 ,., , I vm? f f . , , , i v Q . sig 'Tin ., T 5 4, N M V fi , 1, .1 ' 3? fe-'+ 51 1 A gm GLASS SUPHUMURE li- .. 113 1 m. f.- 1, I PM C X.. S .QE jf! cw Q V' ' fa. A W W dbg sl' 1 E 'fd' GLASS SUPHUMURE F'W'7 ' -lla. GPL' IW .vw QS I ii' --ui 5 gi' .lly :'. qw! V5 A L 'T-7- 'i' 23' 1iR. ,,...x A Y J Qin 115 Q FRESHM 9 ' il , tiki 1 I U K X mf ,Gly , -:iv Y Wy , ,1 Q ophomure napshuts E il vidhg ' .JSI , ,.,. vu, YC i aw L. 1,q is -Gif 1 v- wb! t sf- Ni l'f1f, N 'L Ivy- ' V, ' S , 'W 4 ,Q K Y fl I , HQ H- ,U , 1 In n- R 1-, x - ll, , 0 N V f N! I V- Y Q ' -' ig. ' If - , , . 1 L . n ill ,,, -4 Tan Q, ' S? f ' ' f 'Q V ,,3.. 4' 1 xi' , w - Q 1 'Y 4 1 N j,j3 Q 61. f A by-f V' 72 ACTIVITIES and I +A 's 1 , Y If Moitx .,.... qi., 756 'llll' M 'W f-P QEVQ- gg if VL. L 5.5 Y 41 'ggi-f-p,jf4 i0',4if5:3' 515 .-:1 'VWQ if Aff A 'f 1- f'f'.. 'iii liz. 1.27: Jlcil'-'.':'ifJiVL, :Tak Fir!! Rout Patricia Heanue, Louis Klein, Norvelle Wilkins, Daniel Carter, Shirley Pulaski, Paul Sherman, Doris Baker, Robert Baptist, Barbara Burton. Kenneth -lanello, Virginia Hall. Second Rozri Shirley Mliler, Margaret Knight, Joyce Bond, joann Maryo, Lois Granlund, -loan Troy, joseph Morrissey, Audrey Eckert, Joyce Gibson, Florence Gerrity, Carolyn Pero, ,loan Buckley, Diane Proctor, Third Row: Lester Zuckerman, ,lack Coon, William jordhamo, Ralph Sager, Richard McKnight, Edward Warren, Walter Richter, Thomas Toffey, Harvey Dworken, ,lack Osterberiz. 0 , 7 STUDENT GUUNGIL I if' The Student Council, under the direction of Mrs. Katherine Mullins, is one of the most important groups in Bassick High School, for it is the organization which really represents public opinion. It is composed of all the home room presidents, who discuss and vote on the measures brought before them by both the faculty and students. This year the council also revised the Student Government Constitu- X! xpli VCW ' 1 it-i v fl s-iifh'-ifi if s l flon ani. U10 Clflfbe 0 IHC C10 .IFS lp -eillefs lp Voflng. The objectives of the Bassick Student Council are as follows: to develop student responsibility, initiative, leadership, and school prideg to promote worthy citizenship trainingg to provide for pupil 1 f 1 1 1,5 -I T972 s I' Mk, Wiki 4 HW :cfm ,ll im., i'fff i ff W -L ,, 65 J, 4 i iii ,kv expression, to work for the welfare of the school, and to provide a model of student participation in school activities, both curricular and extra-curricular. We want to give sincere thanks to our Student Council and its capable ofhcers-President Louis Klein. Vice-President Barbara Button, Secretary joan Miller, and Treasurer Richard Mc- Knight-for the wonderful job they have done in attaining these objectives. ,E ,Qi YJ, - o- 3 it -0 J ai... Y A:....,..' yd , ' -,-',t'.Y.. lm 155 sivfzgfgf-Java ix 4-72.41 51'-ki First Row: Mary Rogers, Vilma Perachio, Elaine Goldfield, Doris Emanuelson, Arline Zackrison, Nancy Wilkes, Harriet Halpet, Barbara Somen, Marion Fredrickson, Audree Fox. Second Row: Joan Perri, Sandra Gale, Joan White, Lois Granlund, Patricia Heanue, Arline Leicht- man, Joen Ciglar, Rhoda Burger, Joyce Bond, Helen Bouras, Rosemarie Blankmeister, Lillian George. Third Row: Barbara Trickey, Loretta Vasil, Hollis Dworken, Corinne Haines, Jacqueline Wein- schenk, Florence Garrity, Natalie Schwarz, Sylvia Spaner, Ruth Kleban, Jacqueline DuBac, Mary Klansky, Alida Shulkin. USIIERS' GUILD To see the pretty members of the Ushers' Guild moving gracefully up and down the aisles, one might suppose that they were selected for their task on the basis of beauty alone. Actually, however, there is a much sterner requirement for membership in this exclusive organization. Every member of the Bassick Ushers' Guild must be a first-honor student or, as her classmates would say, a real brain . These outstanding students, under the guidance of their sponsor, Miss Miriam Mallay, take charge of ushering at all Bassick plays and concerts and are also frequently on duty at the Klein Memorial. There they usher at the delightful children's pro- grams, which include puppet shows, variety shows, and dramatizations of the fairy tales which have en- chanted children of all ages. They also render service at adult programs-concerts, ballets, operas, plays, forums, etc. On graduation night the junior mem- bers of the Guild are given the responsibility of seating the many who attend the commencement exercises. No matter what the situation may be, whether it is a group of excited children breathlessly waiting for the curtain to rise and reveal the figures of Hansel and Gretel, or a group of adults eagerly at- tentive for the opening strains of the Connecticut Symphony, you will always find the Bassiclc ushers capable, competent, and courteous. Fin! Row: Rhoda Burger, Norman Blycher, Margaret Kennedy, James Gentile, Maureen Daley, Arthur Friedman, Arline Leichtman. Second Row: Jeanne Waldman, Margaret McCubbin, Donald Freese, Marilyn Masnik, Robert Engelman, Helene Brodsky, Louis Klein, Mary Rogers, Natalie Schwarz, Doris Emanuelson. UNITED STATES HISTURY DEBATING CLUB Resolved: That the United States History De- bating Club of 1950, with Miss Marie Cooney as its able director, moderator, and judge, has been an informative, educational, and pleasurable organiza- tion. The decision goes to the affirmative, without a doubt! President james Gentile presided over most of our meetings, with his trusty gavel in hand. In his absence our able vice-president, Doris Emanuelson, took the chair. An excellent debater, Lillian George was also our secretary and timekeeper. The Debating Club began its season with a lively debate entitled Resolved: That President Trumans Compulsory Health Program should be enacted by Congress. After a heated contest, the affirmative won. Some of the vigorous debates that followed included these: Resolved: That Small Col- leges Offer More Educational Opportunities Than Large Schools and Universities , Resolved: That Hawaii Should Be Admitted Into The Union As The 49th State , Resolved: That The Electoral Col- lege Should Be Abolishedf' One of the Debating Clubs outstanding accom- plishments this year was the student forum it pre- sented at a January assembly, the very first student forum in the history of Bassick High School. Even the topic under discussion, How Can We Meet The Threats To Democracy? , was an unusually challeng- ing one to the six participants-james Gentile, Rob- ert Engelman, Mary Rogers, Natalie Schwarz, Helene Brodsky, and Arthur Friedman. As guest moderator for this forum, the Debating Club had Miss Martin- son, of the New York 'I'ime.r. The United States History Debating Club certainly enjoyed making a little history of its own. o A 1 'rfasg 0 3-,wfitc ofiflf-W' 'fm 5' -' 33.1 T ' :fi t--. 'L Eff QW tt. ff ef ' 154- :- rg,-,-7 . if.',:2 1 -f-'Lb Q I lE 4 . z Fifrt Row: John Goudas. Second Row: Dorothy Sabo, Virginia Hall, Mildred Dineson, Eleanore Wolf, Mary Ellen Bruno, joseph Kleinhandler, Constance Lovell, Harriet Borsuk, Helene Brodsky, Rhoda Burger, Jeanne Waldman, Third Row: Roy johnson, Caryl Blank, joan Barske, Rosario Oltra, Mary Lou Sandone, Sylvia Matto, Arline Leichtman, Barbara Stafstrom, janet Molander, Violet Vavrick, Joan Drexler, Patricia Ohlin, Constance Rahgo, Ruth Mushrall, Donald Wilson, Miss Ulrika Benson. Fourlh Rout Eric Eklund, Caroline Youngs, joan Fisher, Maureen O'Brien, Natalie Schwarz, Kenneth Gregoli, Carol Wilson, Lester Zuckerman, Claire Bjorklund, Harriet Rutkin, Loretta St. james, Hollis Dworken, William Campbell. LE GERULE FRANCAIS Under the able direction of Miss Ulrika Benson, a group of French enthusiasts gathers each month on the boulevards of Bassick for the meeting of Le Carrie Fmncair. Ambitious members of this peppy organization present plays, puppet shows, and gamesg sing songsg listen to records made in France by French professorsg and also see movies of that fascinating country. Since all these activities are carried on in French, the members of the club thus acquire a broad background and a knowledge of the French language and people. The president of the organization is nimble- tongued Joseph Kleinhandlerg the vice-president, Mary Ellen Bruno, Constance Lovell has the secre- tary's taskg Helene Brodsky, the treasurer's. Eleanor Wolf heads the entertainment committee, and re- freshments are supervised by Harriet Borsuk. These lively ofiicers are responsible for that certain je ne mir quoi which gives to the meetings of Le Carole Fran- cair the authentic Parisian touch. ' 5, J. wtf '3f,m- ffwfg gfjifrzh' ff.-.-,cfm 73' .- -'Q .fy 5' gl: 'i-' ' .fz --f. 'z 'ff' ,, w'fYf' tk: :,1fg-5715 ai,, 5153: .gg'. A If- .XV U 'C'.. -.1 - 1.1-5: Q. , : :':: g 1 I fa...-...A - if o Q ,.:.,x.,: I' :cg L Sita :fa 25' X ,c rfaaxilff 170 y gd 1- 'ff a rs T 'fmt tim' A 0.7 .hi 3'-x A nav.. 5.0. SY'-2 44,3555 Fin! Row: jean Walsh, Dolores Boscaini, Nancy Wilkes, Sally Criscione, Jacqueline DuBac, Beatrice Felia, Loretta Vasil, Pauline Targonski, Margaret Obbagy, Helen Pekar. .Siermzrl Razr: Patricia Orosz, Ethel Mclntyre, Elaine Goldlield, Helen lieroleto, Sally Hook, Louise Winkler, Sylvia Bodnar, Mary Ellen Bruno, Helen Rogers, Barbara Baff, lrene Domby, Patricia Ohlin, Barbara Scheyd, Patricia Maillard, Thin! Rout Bernice Warren, Nancy Laviolette, Caryl Blank, Ernestine Gledhill, Harriet Borsuk, Joan Martin, Luella Ladd, Selma Davidson, Wanda Olechowski, Hollis Dworken. 5555? :fi LIBRARY Slllllll The most frequented place at Bassick iexcept for the ofhcej is the library, Here the Bassick bookworms, who are members of the Library Squad, can be seen busily stamping library cards or helping distraught students find reference material. These bibliophiles learn all the tricks of the trade from their adviser, Dr. Natalie Lamb. Needless to say, they receive truly professional training, All work and no play makes jack a dull boy. But the old proverb doesn't apply to these assistant librarians at Bassick. They enjoy many successful social activitiesg such as, Halloween and Christmas parties, candy sales, and that eagerly awaited annual event, the Faculty Tea. The spring and summer months are the signal for picnics and the election of officers for the coming year. Thanks to the efforts of this efficient group of girls, the library is always a center of activity, Hobby shows, displays of new books, science exhibits-all planned by the Library Squad-attract many eager spectators throughout the year. The school is gratefully aware of the important service rendered by the Library Squad to the faculty and students of Bassick. 78 f , v ,lui 'K ' if if .-ziipiiifsikll Y E:- ff ,'.:...as-fini :94:5'f4i-33' S5W42,, First Row: Russell Bigney, Ernest Kiraly, Donald Freese, john Larson, Robert Sheehan, Robert Kaechele, Frank Esposito, Arthur Friedman, john Marlin, Robert Boston, Norman Blycher, Sharron Doerner, Robert Engelman, Walter Zackrison, Donald Magyar, Chauncey Bush, Julius Blozzom, Samuel Hartenberg, James Venman, Daniel Rowell. Second Row: james Gentile, Barbara Lee, Elaine Roscoe, Margaret McCubbin, Mary Lou Sandone, Sandra Gale, jean johnson, Shirley Swanson, joan Clampett, Rosemarie Lucas, Miss Grace Laing, Wilma Caple, Barbara Somen, Mildred Dineson, Marion Fredrickson, Mary Ann Feltovic, Audree Fox, Matilda Seaker, Shirley Ptak, Barbara Trickey, John Third Row: Grace Caravaggio, Ethel Magilnick, Joan Miller, Pero, joan Wheeler, Dorothy Dodds ,Gertrude LaFerriere, Marilyn Holmes, Florence Steinhardt, Jacqueline DuBac, Seres. Mary Rescanski, joan jaudon, Carolyn Rosemarie Blankmeister, Jean jaudon, Margaret Francis, joan Gabany. A UAPPELLA lllllllll The polished performance of the Bassick A Cap- pella Choir is the result of thorough training plus natural talent. The sixty members of the Choir are carefully chosen by the director, Miss Grace Laing, for the excellence of their voices. They then work diligently throughout the year to bring their work to that pitch of perfection which has always disting- uished this musical organization. One of the most impressive programs featuring the Choir was the Christmas Assembly, at which they sang the beautiful The Cherry Tree Carol, In a Stable Mean and Loufly, and other well-loved carols. They also took part in the annual Spring Concert and in the Green and White Revue. The Choir also made several appearances outside of Bassick. They sang at the Christmas Festival of the United Church and at meetings of the Bridgeport Chamber of Com- merce and the Maplewood Parent-Teachers' Associa- tion. Wherever they went, they were received with the delighted enthusiasm which their splendid per- formance so richly deserved. 1 l i Z X Nw 5-vi ff X X 4 iiiiiiwiiwws if W Z W Z f 5 V X y , Fin! Row: Sylvia Spaner, Rhoda Burger, Lillian George, Robert Engelman, Doris Emanuelson, Natalie Schwarz, Helen Bouras. Second Row: joan Gabany, Lois Granlund, Elena Dominguez, Corinne Haines, Peter Del Valle, Joen Ciglar, Elvira Dominguez, Jacqueline DuBac, Miss Helen Prageman. ally 'fffff NATIUNAL HUNUR SUUIET The Bassick Chapter of the National Honor Society is an awe-inspiring organization indeed. To become a member, one must have earned an average of at least ninety per cent and have shown evidence of leadership, character, and willingness to serve. It is, therefore, not surprising that the enrollment of the club for the current year is only fifteen members, of whom just two are boys. Members are inducted every spring at a special Junior-Senior Honor Society assembly. The induction is an impressive ceremony at which each new member receives a membership card and signs his name in the record book of the National Honor Society. Recently the members of this enterprising organization, sponsored by Miss Helen Prageman, have been obtaining magazine subscriptions in order to finance their assemblies and to raise funds for a scholarship award to be pre- sented at graduation. They have also held several successful and popular candy sales during the year. In june the senior members of the National Honor Society, together with the incoming junior members, will hold their annual picnic, at which, we presume, they will feast on nectar and ambrosia rather than on the humble coke and hot dog of lesser organizations. 80 Sealed: Leo Koch, john Hickey, Louis Klein, Henry McLaughlin. Standing: Stanley Campbell, Mr. Henry Walsh, joseph Morrissey. SCENIC ARTISTS The difiicult we do immediately, the impossible takes ri little longer. This proud boast of the Sea- bees might well be adopted by the Bassick Scenic Artists, who can actually build you Castles in Spain. If you think we exaggerate, take a look someday at the bare stage of the Bassick auditorium and then come back on the night of the Senior Play and see what these artists have wrought. Under the creative leadership of Mr. Henry Walsh, their sponsor, the Scenic Artists design, con- struct, and paint the settings for our dramatic pro- ductions and assembly programs. Any day after school they can be found busily splashing through a chaos of ladders, paint, and canvas, from which, by some miracle, they evolve a cottage, a patio, a night-club, or whatever background our stage pre- sentations require. When the curtain goes up, how- ever, these boys are not out front to share the applause. Their only reward is the artist's satisfaction in a job well done and the appreciation of their fellow students, 4 QSYJ' r A. 1 fklwfr-,.1 rfggazf X. I inhale -rffl?-if P1f.'?f,gg.i-f H . .! u J, .g,n,.'.. ,' xv' I ., l'f.tj. al-.5 6 'xv' 'ft' 1. .1'Q .vzn 4 . . ' Q 6.5 V- i .. .- 1 t .. 'T 6. .275 b iz.. .zu X '. 1 , - ',-.' , ' 't','.'.' ' ' ' . . ,,. ., nd p A . . t .Q I-,ix . U' x Ai... . .o.:-' ilu. .'? . 'O' I '-ls... l t .. 1 -. Fin! Row: Bernice Warren, Mary Manely, Eleanor Sajgovic, Joyce Chapple, Joyce Miske, Ruth Carpenter, Hollis Dworken, Gabriella Mandel, Loretta Vasil, Margaret Gilligan, Barbara Moore, Miss Grace Laing, Betty Ann Niles, Sally Criscione, Joan Zeiders, Harriet Steel, Barbara Pettit, Grace Shepherd, Joan Macltlunis, Wanda Olechowski, Evelyn Driesen, Barbara Mester. Second Row: Daisy Bridges, Phyllis Eland, Laura Sutton, Joan Andrews, Gloria Mendelsohn, Joanne Nealon, Eleanor Sisken, Eileen Steinhardt, Adrienne Lessler, John Rapillo, Frank Brown, John Radacovsky, Robert Mate, Arline Hamilton, Joan Fisher, Harriette Halper, Carole Logan, Constance Roda, Gloria Ferrera, lrene Cura, Arlene Crouthers, Margaret Tobis. Third Row: Marilyn Smith, Elsie Yeingst, Frances Birch, Diane Proctor, Lois Johnson, Elaine Giannettino, Gloria Mrasco, Natalie Schwarz, Edith Markus, Mary Judy Nosal, Adrienne Camp- bell, Rosemary Riley, Anne-Marie Beach, Dorothy Vasas, Barbara Peck, Joan Billings, Bernice lwanski, Carol Wilson, Sally Lieberman, Frances Pelikan, Maureen O'Brien, Sylvia Matto, Vivian Gress, Nancy Burr, Barbara Brown, Eleanor Manely. Fourth Row: Naomi Yellis, Sylvia Spaner, Lorraine Yasinskas, Dorothy Sabo, Gertrude Glunts, Carol Ziron, Miriam Klein, Barbara Pfeiffer, Elaine Bernhard, Nancy Davis, Mary Poidomani, Pauline Targonski, Richard McKnight, Joseph Gutman, Ralph Sager, William Brown, Beverly Rudd, Eleanor Angyl, Alida Shulkin, Dorothy Fourchette, Joan Beck, Jane Thornbury, Nancy Moody, Margaret McCubbin, Marie Norkawich, Elizabeth Kozma, Joan Sabados, Eleanora Wahlstram. Fifth Row: Jane Reel, Janet Cummings, Roberta Christy, Ruth Gullberg, Elsa Arias, Florence Streinz, Ruth Henderson, Frances DuBee, Harriet Weisberg, Marilyn Masnik, Helen Rogers, Jeanne Anderson, Judith Burr, Carolyn Keiser, Nathalie Tyminski, Ann Sherman, Muriel Unwin, Barbara Brown, Sylvia Bodnar, Eleanor Agnoli, Florence Veronesi, Carol Cone, Elaine Goldheld, Jeanne Waldman, Phyllis Kimball, Lillian Carbone, Carol Faull, Rheta Lafferty, Dolores Rinko, Dolores Sobotka, Margaret Obbagy. Sixth Row: Edward Sutton, Patricia Hogan, Saundra Levinson, Nancy Knopf, Barbara Tichy, Helene Brodsky, Florence Servadio, Eleanor McDowell, Loretta Magyar, Mary McLoughlin, Janet Molander, Vilma Perachio, Beverly Graham, Ellen Blackburn, June Csoltko, Dorothy Delz, Allyn Hartman, Regina Hojnowski, Doris Baker, Barbara Stohl, Arline Leichtman, Valerie Lucas, Constance Lovell, Virginia Hall, Joann Hurvul, Carol Shea, Ruth Steimel, June Smith, Violet Randall, Sally Blackburn, Walter Beloblosky. There's music in the air all through the year at Bassick, music provided by the Combined Chorus, under the direction of Miss Grace Laing. From early fall, when the chorus helps us to learn our football songs until graduation day, when the senior members sing their last number, the chorus is an indispensable part of our school life. This year these accomplished singers also presented an impressive Christmas Assembly and a delightful Spring Con- cert, and provided most of the talent for the Green and White Revue. Turn about is fair play, however. Therefore, during the winter the chorus was given an oppor- tunity to go to New York to hear Carmen and Aida. But we are sure that they did not enjoy the operas any more than Bassick students enjoy the perform- ances of the Combined Chorus. Fin! Row: Helen Rogers, Florence Veronesi, Joan Eckhart, Janice Haeussler, Maureen Daly, Nancy Sprague, Beverly Grant, Joan Varay, Marilyn Soloff, Ruth Gulberg, Nancy Knopr. Second Row: Mr. Sidney Goldstein, Joan Zeiders, Barbara Simko, David Goldenson, Audrey Harold, Margery Moors, Robert Joyce, Dorothy Silverman, Barbara Durica, Martin Robbins, Barbara Anderson, Mary Wimley. Third Row: Grace Caravaggio, Barbara Freedman, Ida Vida, Rita Fahy, William Daly, Gloria Ferrera, Josephine Minievich, Susan Traub, Bernice Warren. SAFETY UUUNGIL Stop! Look! Listen! Head the warnings of the Safety Council if you would live to a healthy old age! The mission of the council is to impress upon all Bassick students the need for caution in everyday life. For this purpose delegates are elected from each home room. Under the direction of Mr. Sidney Goldstein these delegates wage perpetual war against the carelessness which causes unnecessary accidents and injuries. These guardians of the public welfare distribute safety posters each month to all home rooms, discuss at their meetings ways of elimi- nating hazards in both home and school, and sponsor safety contests in order to impress upon all pupils their obligation to protect themselves and others. Another project of the council is to aid the cam- paign for highway safety by training prospective drivers in the proper handling of cars. All interested students are invited to attend special meetings, ar- ranged for the purpose of studying the Connecticut Motor Vehicle Driver's Manual. In fact, if the Safety Council has its way there will not be a Gracie left in Bassick High School in June of 1950. .QAN ga I -Xggf .up 'ww K l ll Y Ill mill I l iw-af, -1- 5 KE 'io 'lu N 5 , .k - . J fu' '? lg 1' Us .f!!'L'!!M...f!... Q.: ,..,.. !f!'r:..r: Av' . I X ' 1 -'Q T as i 3 'x :fl 'sill Fin! Rout Marilyn Soloff, joan Ek, Mary jane Mastrangelo, George Goodwin, Lenore Horowitz, jeanne Meszaros. Second Rout: Eleanor Sisken, Mr. Emanuel Kleinwald, Adelle Poremba, Norvelle Wilkins. janet Molander, Ernestine Gledhill, Harold Wainauski, Sylvia Matto. VUISE BUSINESS STAFF The hnancial afiairs of both the school news- paper and the yearbook are managed by the Bassick lfnirc Business Staff. The stall, made up of hard- working volunteers from the Sophomore, junior, and Senior classes, is under the direction of Mr. Emanuel Kleinwald. By joining this group, students who are interested in the business department of newspaper work have an excellent opportunity to observe and participate in branches of newspaper activity which are little understood by most of us. Early in the school year these ambitious boys and girls go around to all the home rooms and obtain subscriptions for both the school newspaper and the yearbook. At the weekly meetings of the group, various members are given assignments to solicit advertisements for the .vmiljtyfkn U. Bassick Voice. This year the club was relieved of one of its major duties, the arduous task of getting advertise- ments for the yearbook. Since all advertising is being omitted from the book, members of the Busi- ness Staff did not have to canvass friends and down- town merchants to buy space. This elimination of advertising, however, brought up another problem. The price of the yearbook was necessarily increased, and staff members really had to persevere to get all the yearbooks paid for before the deadline, especially since the money was collected at a time of the year when most of us weren't thinking about yearbooks. Congratulations on a fine job to the hnancial wizards of the business staff! 1 -QW! 'fmg s. .4 'fuk -P Qggg .YS --El :' ' , xt: --is ' ,L-ii' ' 'S' Z . r.:S: I Q - qs 52 , 4 ' , Lui. .1,' O p 1 A. .. 3.5! X:','.',L A .T ' ' .1-::.-'sexi ' ,' 'X ..c'::: -f e 'YY mf:-S'-'.-at '. as 41- J 'fr' Y 'f TQ: 'Wx 'R fi ?.4,1S . Fmt Row Eric Ecklund, Daniel Rowell, Florence Pearson, Robert Hennessey, Harvey Dworken Harold jordhamo, Sylvia Matto, William jordhamo, James Szabo. Second Row Lester Zuckerman, David Weinberg, Samuel Hartenberg, Roger Ratzenberger Michael Stiskal Robert Anderson, Robert Sulik, Bruce Barnes, Stanley Anderson, Richard McKnight Donald Freese Andrew Colimitra, Anthony Romano. BASSICK BAND With green and white capes blowing in the breeze and instruments glistening in the sun, the Bassick Band presents a colorful picture as it marches out on the football field to execute its well- timed maneuvers. Led by Adrienne Lessler and drum majorette, Sally Deren, the band helps to create the feeling of excitement which is part of every football game. At pep assemblies and at the Spring Concert, too, the crashing brass and percussion of Mr. Zavory's instrumentalists help to make Bassick a school more full of pep. The members of the band, their leaders, their director, and their manager, Bruce Barnes, spend many hours in practice and certainly deserve the whole-hearted applause which always greets their stirring performance. tg-1.1.5-Q' swf- , 45 1 W if W' 'J fi: -5 , t tjiiftm ' J , i zlyfi--'1 f :fini .MW irx, 5- , P My A ' i 1 1 71, X' X V 9554. ai N M Ri 4.3- i ' - V , A '2a, .. -Q- I 'X'-X if-.J 1, F-F .. it 'QA r -Q. ' v -fl . 19-. . K Vg. v ,.--iv' NYJ' - -551 V, H-v... ' 5 'wwf' 4' lik, in 4 wit, 'tv W Yu ,rr 'TM 7 ffm m g s f Y Q , , 'E 1 wry, 4 my if A' ' Q5 ps V? IWW 1' 4, ig 'TIN y d ' 4' ' ,W Q' J' is 95 , fy 5 . Q 'gi 4-havin EK V921 if N- 4 I V' 1 , , . 1' WMV' 1 . .wiv 5 :'f ' .fi ' . -x QW- M 'fl f 5 l' 'X V . . Z, V . Q I 'A 1 , 4 1 , 9' I s vi mv' 0 x Q , fp aff LW . N. N df . K'- x xxx if if f 65 S A K: .2 I 5 . hs, -gi fn., 4 K ,-.w 3 ff. l In .it M I K I 5, K H a QF' nt ffl 'Rh -,- a. Fin! R0151: Margaret Knight, Miss Barbara Ciglar, Sylvia Spaner, Jacqueline DuBac, Margaret Kenne y Second Row: Elaine Goldfield, Rhoda Burger, joan Bodie, Barbara Button, John Colla, Nancy Wilkes, Margaret.Merritt, Beverly Graham, Arline Leichtman, joan Barker, Hollis Dworken. WISE LITERARY STAFF Extra, extra, read all about it! Sylvia Spaner heads Bassick Voice Literary Staff as editor-in-chief! Under the very capable direction of Miss Barbara Ciglar, the Voice staff has been highly successful in reporting the news when it happens and as we see it. The fact that Miss Ciglar is able to keep the staff exclusive explains the smooth run- ning of the organization. The members are chosen on the basis of the amount and quality of work done for the paper. It is no wonder that the staff is composed of the top feature writers of the school. The hardest and most diligent worker is made head of the staff or editor-in-chief of the paper. The life of the editor and the staff members is a constant struggle to meet deadlines, but by frantic, super-human effort they always manage to put the paper to bed on time. These busy reporters work hard all year to keep Bassick pupils informed about their school. They attend every athletic, social, and scholastic event and bring back lively, first-hand information to readers of the Voice. In fact, nothing of importance happens at Bassick which is not cov- ered by the ubiquitous staff, the eyes and ears of the student body. We are certain that in future years the nation's great newspapers will feature the by-lines of many of these capable writers. wa.-.f:re. . :-E?.- ', I 'C' .ALT , st-6-2? ' ns' ,.g.q . . ,,,. A ,lf b I+. f Q 3 KH. Q, n .5 4 , .Q-.-,I 'Q Q' 5 'Q 'ff-1 Q iw if Q Q .'. 0' ffm ' 1 of-f . '4'-Q! ' ' 'QT' effmi M5131 rj' Y. ,410 QQ' Q 'Q , A 'Fi ' JXYE' A' ff:-1'2 . , A H i ffld 57' -wg: g.' Firrt Row: Helen Bouras, Rosemarie 2,1 I-P Q'1.'1?. ' I A Blankmeister, Joan Gabany, Sophie I O ,Ao F3fSl. 'ii' -T ' :'lf,':.,g': Second Row: Elvira Dominguez, Audree ' ' Fox, Elaine Bernhard, Dolores Gergely, Elena Dominguez. Third Row: Miss Elaine Cooper, Barbara Somen. URDER UP BASSIGK SBURETARIBS The Order of Bassick Secretaries, headed by Miss Elaine Cooper, is an organization composed of seniors who have earned grades of eighty-five per cent or better in both shorthand and typing. These honor students are, as might be expected, a very energetic group, whether they are engaged in social activities or in more serious projects connected with their business training. One of the club's activities consists of touring factories in the Bridgeport area to gain first-hand knowledge of office work. This year the club visited the ofhces of the General Electric Company. Ar one of the social functions of the organization, the Hallowe'en Party, Miss Himock, from the University of Bridgeport, was the guest speaker. Ar a Christmas party held at the Hitching Post Inn, Mrs. Kelly, Miss Caruso, and Miss Cooper were the honored guests. Also on the social agenda for the year were a Valentine Day party and an initiation for the new members of the O. B. S., as it is popularly called. Heading the student organization of the Order of Bassick Secretaries is Helen Bouras, the able presi- dent. Audrey Fox is vice-presidentg joan Gabany, secretaryg and Rosemarie Blankmeister performs the duties of treasurer. -at '.iii1f. 4E ,-U U' ' if? :ra .,,., 3, ,eg i Vg. -'.1--:J-Swfl 398155 5-dw-2-. lf: Th.. .ff :jx if-AQ-grit. iff? nt. ' 1:52. 'Six fif- Firrl Row: Anne Namian, Nancy Sprague, Helen lanuly, Joan Clampett, Allyn Hartman, Maureen Daly, Marion Campbell, James Venman ,Corinne Haines, Elizabeth Larsen, Regina Hoinowski, Shirley Gursey, Margaret Kennedy, Patricia Collins, Madeline Pisanelle. Second Row: Gertrude La Ferriere, Miriam Klein, Eleanore Wolf, Helen Rogers, Elizabeth Gevirtz, Dolores Gergely, Margaret McCubbin, Carol Cohen, Eleanor Agnoli, Norman Blycher, Nancy Briggs, Joan Monturi, Vilma Perachio, Lois Granlund, Ruth Beno, Joyce Bond, Elaine Goldheld, Barbara Raflel, Miss Mae McNulty. Third Row: Daniel Rowell, Carroll Painter, Marilyn Holmes, Natalie Samuelson, Mildred Gaffney, Doris Bowden, Jacqueline Weinschenk, Virginia Lity, Joann Maryo, Joan Beck, Jane Thornbury, Helen Bouras, Jean Waldman, Alice Wiley, Josephine Gathings, Sylvia Spaner, Donald Freese. Fourth Row: Mary Manely, Sophie Farsi, Eleanor Pittu, Harriet Halper, Virginia Ekstrom, Roger Shatanof, Sheila McLaughlin, Phyllis Greenwald, Sally Egan, Loretta, Vasil, Hollis Dworken. DRAMATIU CLUB The play's the thing, said William Shakespeare, but, The player's the thing, say Bassick students, after watching the performances given this year by members of the Dramatic Club. Under the skillful direction of Miss Mae McNulty, these promising young actors and actresses have presented a number of entertaining productions, including the Senior Play Growing Pains, on December 5, an excellent dramatic assembly on January 27, and the Spring Play jenny Kissed Me on March 31. Long hours of rehearsal and hard work are required for these plays, but the club members are rewarded for their efforts by the success of all their ventures. We, at Bassick, are certainly indebted to the entire Dramatic Club and to Miss McNulty for the sparkling entertainment they have provided for us this year. Firrt Row: Raymond Van Tassel, Alex Pekar. Second Rout Dante Bedini, Howard Van Iderstine, Chauncey Bush, Ernest Kiraly Fred Perez Robert Joyce, Robert Sheehan. Third Row: George Kaiser, Henry Erickson, Philip Bush, Leo Koch, Richard Schemp Fred Mills john Piccirillo, Albert Papp, William Csapo, Roger Prokop, Mr. Warren Brown STAGE CREW One of the most popular and energetic groups in Bassick is the Stage Crew, under the capable lead- ership of Mr. Warren Brown. The stage crew is organized as a Sea- Scout ship. Mr. Brown, as skipper, is assisted by the first mates, Ernest Kiraly and Chauncey Bush, the second mate, Philip Bush, and the yeoman, Howard Van lderstine. Whenever Bassick teachers need assistance in producing club pro- grams, they immediately send out a cry for the Stage Crew. Some of the crew's varied duties include setting up the stage for all Bassick plays and assembly programs, run- ning all movies, and helping with the junior and Senior teas. As if these jobs were not enough, the crew also has charge of back-stage sound effects. The ever-busy members of this organization are the unsung heroes of the school. Although they are rarely seen by the public, they are the ones who keep the good ship Barrick on an even keel. Many thanks to Skipper Brown and his able seamen. Fin: Row: Robert Engelman, Patricia Heanue, Frank Esposito, Virginia Hall, Dennis Minely, Vilma Perachio, Peter Seymour, Corinne Haines, Samuel Hartenberg. Second Row: james Gentile, Lillian George, Adrienne Lessler, Lorraine Yasinskas, Joyce Bond, Elaine Goldfield, Peter Del Valle, Lois Granlund, joan Monturi, Gay Norton, Shirley Miller, Joan White, Rudolph Sabados. Third Row: Joan Gabany, Harriette Halper, Doris Emanuelson, james Venman, Louis Klein, Ruth Kleban, Margaret Knight, Hollis Dworken. SllllllLllllSlllP- LBAUERSHIP The most highly prized of all awards presented to Bassick students are the gold and silver Scholarship- Leadership pins. These emblems are given each year to outstanding members of the Junior and Senior classes. In order to qualify for a pin, a student must have attained a scholastic average of at least eighty per cent and must have shown qualities of leadership in clubs, organizations, or other school activities. Since the pins are awarded to only five per cent of the juniors and seniors and to seven per cent of the graduating class, the competition for them is naturally very keen. The winners are chosen by vote of their classmates and of the faculty and constitute probably the most representative group in Bassick High School. The Scholarship-Leadership pins are the gift of the United Civic Clubs of Bridgeport, whose mem- bers are the business and professional leaders of the community. These men realize the inestimable value of leadership and scholarship to both the community and the nation. Therefore, in order to encourage the development of these qualities, they offer the pins annually to the high schools of the city. The stu- dents who receive them have proved by their indus- try and their record of service to the school that they are not only the leaders among their classmates today but the potential leaders of the country tomor- row. Fin! Row: Jacqueline Weinschenk, joan Fisher, Natalie Schwarz, Doris Emanuelson, Dennis Minely, Robert Engelman, Ruth Kleban, Eleanor Sisken, Alida Shulkin, Barbara Scheyd. Second Row: Miss Nonie Brennan, Lorraine Yasinskas, Gladys Fazackerely, Mary jane Mastrangelo, Vilma Perachio, joen Ciglar, Arline Leichtman, Helene Brodsky, Elaine Goldheld, Sandra Gale, Harriet Weisberg. Third Row: joan Monturi, Cynthia Widlitz, Peter Shery, Kenneth janello, Andrew Colimitra, john McKeon, Donald Beck, George Goodwin, Frank Meyers, Samuel Hartenberg, james Ven- man, Mary Ann Johnston. JUNIUR ULASSIUAL LEAGUE Pergo ez Perago .... As I go on, I improve! Vergil and Cicero have many enthusiastic disci- ples in the junior Classical League, a group of stu- dents from third and fourth year Latin classes. Under the inspiring sponsorship of Miss Nonie Brennan, members of the club gain added information about the laws, customs, and background of ancient Rome. Along with its cultural activities, the junior Classical League gives students an opportunity to apply and enjoy their knowledge of Latin. Members present Latin plays, sing Latin Christmas carols, and improvise Latin verses. Responsible for the club's social program are the competent officers: Doris Emanuelson, president, Ruth Kleban, vice-president, Robert Engelman, secretaryg Dennis Minely, treas- urer. Membership in the junior Classical League also stimulates interest in further Latin study. Third year students learn about and eagerly look forward to the ultimate reward for their diligent labor-the thrilling and musical verses of Vergil's Aeneid. Re- gardless of what critics and cynics say, the interest shown by Latin students in the lively activities of the junior Classical League is evidence that Latin is far from being a dead language. T '.-- 'A :BW 'JREF Jw 7' -NYJ' ti? ffflhx' 9'-H' '4 '-'Cf YJ- X Firxt Row: Audrey Harold, Patricia Anderson, Marjorie Burke, june Csoltko, joan Drexler, Lois Jones, Carol Smith, Anita Bodnar, Natalie Tyminski, julie Ann Martinez. Second Row: Ernestine Gledhill, Katherine Kapitan, Barbara Karacsony, Joanne Eddy, Mary Nesetta, Edith Marcus, Elaine Giannettino, Priscilla Vero, Barbara Curry, Pauline Paulin, Gloria Mendelsohn, Miss Mary E. Nichols. Third Row: Barbara Mester, Joyce Miske, Barbara Friedman, Regina Ruseski, Dorothy Paul, Elizabeth Culetsu, Mary Manely. Q1 Y' ,five , nf .. 41-il X , ry Q . Vx MAKE lll' Slllllll X I '7 ' A V Gosh, he looks different! Why, I didn't even recognize her! 'X'- r. You know, I think he sits next to me in Latin! These and similar , fl I 'N exclamations are often heard at Bassick's theatrical presentations. Why I I w Q the surprise? Well, mainly because of the change in the appearance ,rt of the students, who on stage become regular actors and actresses. What l NZ' ' makes the change? Could it be magic? Certainly, it's the magic of Q cosmetics skillfully applied by the members of the Make-up Squad. Q This all-girl club acquires the proper technique and know-how of ' using make-up for stage purposes under the capable direction of Miss I 3 Mary E. Nichols. The girls are on the job before every dramatic pro- duction given by the school, adding bits of color here and there and actually creating new faces on the performers. The Make-up Squad T 5- is one of those groups of unsung heroines whose work is carried on 'JO back stageg yet without them Bassick's plays would indeed be without color. .Irv . -1- ' I 94 xx. ,,-O 'C ...,A'b' r-tw 5'-+22 5U:3?g Firrl Rorr: joan Miller, Ruth Stenquist, Barbara Curry, Carol Cohen, Daniel Rowell, Sylvia Matto, Robert Sulik, Harold jordhamo, Richard McKnight, Lester Zuckerman, Erick Eklund, William Jordhamo, Michael Stiskal. Second Row: Adrienne Lessler, Ruth Kleban, Mr. Augustus Zavory, Roger Ratzenberger, Bruce Barnes. URUHESTRA The rhythm of the orchestra is the heart-beat of Bassick. Withoiit it the school would be lifeless in- deed. Imagine the dreary shulile of feet coming into an assembly without music, or the empty intermis- sions at our school plays if we had no orchestra to fill them. In fact, this musical organization, under the direction of Mr. Augustus Zavory, is so essential to our school life that we could hardly exist without it. The members of the orchestra can be identified by the insignia which they wear-a small letter for 4 first-year members, a large letter for two-year men, and a gold pin for those with three years' experience. Our thanks are due to all these musicians and in particular to the principals of the orchestra: Adrienne Lessler-piano, Danny Rowell-clarinet, Michael Stiskal-trumpet, and Carol Cohen-strings. Man- ager Bruce Barnes and Librarian joan Miller also deserve hearty applause. Because of the talent and versatility of these students, the Bassick orchestra is always prepared with music appropriate to any occasion. .. 'K YP 1 -fly! Jw K. Jq ,Lv ' dh QA. .c.Q'fflL P'-rfgpfs P4 -1 J' , -. I ':Z: ' ' u ::- Q 15 I-zll. .-jQIf'.f'. Y Q if If I i ','1-ggi. 7' -c fi-.-'-' A e -, '-'fill 'r ,f Y.. ..'.5! X:,.,. qv har. First Row: Joan Gabany Janet Lynch Joyce Wood Dolores Mas Mary Ann Laviolette Margaret Dina Sylvia Nastu Catherine Mandel Ethel Ray Marian Busser Joan Buckley Jeanne Tyler Edna Thompson Marion Paproski Josephine Minievich Sophie Fatsi Ethel Magilnick Margaret Francis Patricia Thompson Sylvia Morando Elizabeth Thompson Second Row: Joan Sirotnak Jane Fitzgerald Loretta Vasil Pauline Paulin Helen Petrinovich Alice Wiley Christine Pavelo Rita Turrini Marilyn Beattie Florence Tetu Dorothy Young Rae Reynolds Dolores Fazekas Eleanor Aprile Lois Brown Audrey Gay Joyce McBride Mary 'BNN l -. - 1 Y f 'J .111 .-1.15. 5 P , , .,., 1. 1' tl' ' 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 - Recsanski, Marilyn Towne Dorothy Howard Margaret Knight Eileen Guillemette Sally Egan Third Row: Jeanne Meszaros, Anna Maier, Beverly Buckley, Adela Arbas, Dora Dugger, Jean Selling, Shirley Osterlind, Arlene Massey, Mary Whidbee, Louise Narkevics, Josephine Gathings, Rosemary Blankmeister, Chantel Rich, Joan Starr, Helen Bouras, Marie'Kish, Mary Ziman, Joan Jaudon, Jean Jaudon, Barbara Simko, Joan Bryers, Betty Gergely, Irene Moranski, Mary Gallos, Bernice lwanski, Adele Poremba. Fourth Row: Virginia Sabre, Regina Smith, Ruth Peterson, Josephine Perkowski, Dolores Gergely, Gertrude La Ferriere, Betty Jane Cozza, Joyce Douglas, Barbara Davis, Joan Wheeler, Gladys Busser, Rhera Lafferty, Joan Feher, Ruth Barske, Catherine Costigan, Rurh Mushrall, Elsie Olson, Pat Orosz, Norma Elliot, Margaret Galvin, Janet Massey, Pat Bitso, Beatrice Stefanocki, Con- stance Blowers, Arline Sathmary. Fifth Row: Anna MacDowell, Chantel Rich, Elaine Bernhard, Barbara Durica, June Gay, Mariorie Moore, Evelyn Krolikowski, Joan Kiley, Elvira Dominguez, Barbara Magdefrau, Joan White, Audree Fox, Mildred Henderson, Barbara Anderson, Jean Harrison, Dorothy Fourchette, Josephine Minievich, Jean Linane, Helen Pekar, Helen Ianuly, Shirley Miller, Shirley Ptak, Margaret Crowley, Dorothy Silverman, Charlotte Middlebrook, Rosemary Riley, Elena Dominguez. Sixth Row: Jean Walsh, Barbara Somen, Marion Fredrickson, Joan Schultz, Rosemary Lucas, Irene Domby, Catherine Best, Janice Haeussler, Eleanor Edwards, Dorothy Kulhawik, Margaret La Rose, Constance Cegan, Beverley Graham, Shirley Bachman, Dorothy Wollerr, Joan Eckert, Joan Varay, Shirley Pulaski, Regina Hoinowski, Jean Zitnay, Ann Wilson, Marilyn Metzger, Joan Moran, Anita Bodnar, Lillian Woods, Catherine Crowley, Jacqueline Smith, Mariann Feltovic, Mary Poidomani, Margaret Bendlak, Alice Webb. LEADERS El' AMERICAN WELFARE keep the torch of liberty burning by giving cheer and service to young and old, and by voluntary service to their school, to the twenty-six social insti- tutions in the city, and to all nation-wide drives for the betterment of mankind and the conservation of With this quotation in mind, A wagon load of consideration for others would do a world of good, the Leaders of American Welfare are working for better standards of living for school, community, state, and nation. They are the Minute Women of Bassick whose slogan is Unity has a U and an I. They aim to our national resources. First Row: joseph Fiorello, Samuel jevarjian, lrene Petrahai. Second Row: Roger Prokop, Herbert Gratrix, joseph Kleinhandler, Donald Freese Ronald Petrahai Stanley Gratt, Frank Molnar, Charles Leaf. Third Row: Michael Sriskal, Donald Faulkner, joseph Bridgeforth, David Goldenson Mr Albert Fleischer. CHESS CLUB Pawns, kings, queens, knights are all familiar characters to the members of the Bassick Chess Club. At its week- ly meetings the club gives valuable instruction to any beginners who care to learn the fine points of the game and gives the experienced players an opportunity to display their skill and improve their technique. Before long, under the skillful direction of Mr. Fleischer, the adviser, both old and new players prove themselves chess sharks. The Bassick Chess Club Team con- sists of five players-Dante Bedini, Ioe Fiorello, Mike Lengel, joe Bridge- forth, and Henry Elstein-who enter into competition with other schools. This year the team played Stamford, Darien, Fairfield, and Central. It de- feated Fairfield, Stamford, and Darien, and lost only to Central. The success of the club has been largely due to the capable officers: Dante Bedini, presi- dentg Hollis Dworken, secretaryg and Donald Freese, treasurer. 97 I v 2 I 1 Fin! Row: Maxine Main, Arthur Friedman, Barb B ara aye, Carol Shea, Alida Shulkin, Louis Klein, Mrs. Marguerite james, Walter Zackrison, Barbara Trickey, Arlene Zackrison, joan Bodie, Lois Granlund. Second Row: Adrienne Lessler, Barbara Peck, Matilda Seaker, Joann Hurvul, Elaine Goldfield, Shirley Swanson, john Larson, Lenore Horowitz, joan Keegan, Gay Norton, Nancy Davis, Ann Beach, Caroline Pero. Tb' d f' ' rr Rou. james Faulkner, Harriet Halper, Doris Bowden, Harriet Weisberg, Sol Postyn, Ida Viti, Eleanor Sisken, Arlene Crouthers, M ' l une Schoenberg, Ruth Kleban, Robert Larson. SPANIS CLUB All the border can be experienced at the monthly meetings of the Spanish Club of Bassick High School. Perhaps the reason that the club is so popular is h h t at t e members have such fun at these meetings. They si S ' ' ng panish songs, and watch Spanish-made movies. Some of the more talented members even put on short l ' S ' ' ' p ays in pamsh. At the Christmas meeting the members receive their gifts in true S anish st l N ' p ye. o Santa Claus comes down the chimney to them. In- st d . . , ea , a pinata is hung up in the center of the roomg and the students strike at it with sticks until it breaks and h ' t e presents tumble down on the excited group. The biggest event of the year for h S ' t e panish Club is their Mardi Gras. This affair is a colorful color and gayety of life south of the fiesta presented at an assembly at Mardi Gras time, just before Lent. Club members begin to prepare for the fiesta far in advance, and the Spanish Club assembly is always one of the most enjoyable pro- grams presented at Bassick. This year's festival was a mock wedding with Larry Murph as th h , y e and- some bridegroom and dark-haired Irene Moranski h as t e bride. The brilliant costumes livel danc , Y es, and exciting music gave us a vivid picture of the wa S . . . y our panish neighbors celebrate their wedding ceremonies. All these activities explain why the Spanish Club, which was founded only two years ago, already boasts one of the lar est en ll ' tion in the school. g ro ments of any organiza- Q R. A Q Fin! Row: Lois Granlund, Anne Namian, Thomas Lapke, Mary Ellen Bruno, Sharron Doerner, Doris Emanuelson, Arthur Friedman, Joen Ciglar, Richard Kish, Nancy Sprague, Rhoda Burger. Second Row: Mr. Henry Walsh, Natalie Schwarz, Lillian George, Alida Shulkin, Barbara Trickey, Mary Lou Sandone, Louis Klein, Mary Rogers, Dorothy Dodds, Shirley Miller, Jacqueline Wein- schenk, Josephine Gathings, Miss Catherine Cullinan. Third Row: Barbara Burlant, Sophie Fatsi, Helen Osterberg, Elaine Roscoe, Dolores Gergely, Robert Hustek, Ronald White, Stanley Campbell, Elena Dominguez, June Olah, Nancy Gronberg, Josephine Patren. YEARBDUK STAFF One of the most popular and hard-working senior organizations at Bassick is the Yearbook Staff. Under the direction of Miss Catherine Cullinan and Mr. Henry Walsh, the group prepares and edits the senior yearbook. From October until March the edi- torial staff is kept busy writing apt grinds for seniors, checking the spelling of names, and composing identifying paragraphs for club pictures. Then the talented typists have the almost impossible chore of deciphering the handwriting of the editors and typing all copy accurately for the printers. The gifted art staff designs the division pages, prepares the layout, draws cartoons, and dashes about taking snapshots of all phases of life at Bassick. After all these tasks have been completed, and after every page has been rechecked by the staff members and the editor-in- chief, Doris Emanuelson, the yearbook is ready for publication. .fmau-5 YQ 1 1 .g'iYjih., 'r -cl ygfyf, v- n'X Y .C .P1' y4 -A-'fffl -' Q , , 311 - - '.i.' - '35, 't.. -3. 1. I-:LZZ ' -'. Y . '-1 , '- ..-:tin h- . .07 --.' 'Q 9 'ff W A aims 1 I g 4773, f WAX, pI5b,:.fV xx'W'9 SPURTS and , + .. .'Q'i . 4 0 . 0. 0' 'Q ..' 1 , , . .. .Q . . ,Q . k......i.r-...I . . . . 0.,.f. .Q ' . '.. , lg , . I . Q . is . . ' 0 0 ' ' ' . C A , -W' ' .Q ' VF ' ',, I ' l Q ' ' I Q ' ',o . of . Q . n ,Q f 1 ,' ' s, . , a 'fc .' 51 'O ,. .vr 0 4 of S Af lf' mlm 'IS tfgf' 4? 45. ..,nl- 92 xy'-S Q.W:',,x,C Al + 4 9 4 4f57,,,1ax9'57f'f Bassick Opponent 0 . Milford ...,. ....,, 6 0 . Central .,...... .. 31 7 .. Harding .. ,..... .12 0 .. . Greenwich ,.....,. 14 7 .. . , Danbury . .... .. 19 0 . Norwalk .,..,...,, 18 6 . Stratford . . ,.,. .19 6 . . Fairfield .,..... ..., 1 4 Fin! Row: Robert Kiley, Robert Hustek, Rudolph Sabados, joseph Zuzick, Thomas Lapke, Robert Sheehan, George Devan, Louis Srca, William Myers. Second Row: Mr. Herbert Harrington, Al Namian, Thomas Hawley, Frank Fazekas, Robert Hafele, William Kiley, Robert Kelso, Robert O'Donnell, George LeCates, Chester Zinefsky, Mr. Harry Lyon. Third Row: Frank Murphy, Peter Seymour, Salvatore Vetro, Norman Blychet, Raymond Glatkowski, Cornelius Carroll, Ernest Svab, Thomas Astle, john PUUTBALL TEAM The 1949 Bassick Football Team upheld the school's reputation for fighting teams, even though it was one of the lightest squads in school history. The team showed plenty of spirit and gave its oppon- ents real competition. The Lions, however, got more than their share of the bumps. The team was hampered by injuries and scholastic difiiculties, and so never entered a game at full strength. The opening contest with Milford was a tight battle, with Milford nosing out the Bassick team by a 6-0 count. The Lion's roar was first heard in Hedges' Stadium when the Bassick running attack clicked and Sabados crashed nine yards through the Harding line for a touchdown. Harding, however, was able to tally twice and won by a score of 7-12. Other highlights of the season were Bassick's stubborn defense against a highly-rated Greenwich team, the forward-passing combination of Balter and Glatkowski, and Rudy Sabados' sixty-yard touchdown run in the Stratford game. In the traditional Thanksgiving Day game with Fairfield, the Lions dominated the first half, playing most of the game in Fairfield territory. In the third quarter Captain Lapke took the ball on a quick opening play and dashed 65 yards for a touchdown. The Fairfield squad, however, came back with two touchdowns and a safety and won the hard- fought contest. Larson. 102 BASKETBALL TEAM The Bassick Basketball Team of 1950, coached by Mr. Harry S. Lyon, showed a great deal of speed, especially in the forward court. The team showed steady improvement throughout the season but couldn't seem to offset the great disadvantage of lack of height. Captain Minely proved to be the team's big gun, making a total of 159 points in 16 games. The setting up of plays by Shimko and the fine all- around playing of Hawley featured many games. The big thrill for the Bassick fans came when Kenny janello dropped in three consecutive foul shots, which won the game against New London Buckley with only seconds left to play. The season's record showed only two victories against 14 defeats, but some of these defeats came after closely-fought contests which, with a little luck, could have been Bassick victories. The Lions were a well-drilled team and their fine ball handling and play-making made their games worth watching. SEASON RECORD Bassick Opponent 23 Central ,. 75 49 Alumni , ,. 47 44 Danbury . , 69 35 Harding 55 40 Norwalk 5l 4I Fairfield ,. 57 40 Stamford . 50 56 Greenwich 80 45 New London 43 7:2 Central .... 40 79 lialirllcld . ,. no 38 Danbury ., 44 55 Norwalk . 39 56 Harding . .. H65 38 Stamford ,,.. 59 45 New London 62 Firrl Row: jack Meikle, Christy janelu, Leonard Rosenberg, Dennis Minely, john Nastu, Kenneth janello, john Balga. Second Row: Reno Piccioli, Robert Flynn, William Lindsay, Thomas Hawley, Edward Nelson, Ronald Shimko, Stephen Chuchka, Mr. Harry S. Lyon, .gq First Row: Helen Denton, Florence Pearson, Beverly Grant, Margaret Merritt, Cecelia Trup, Lois Granlund, Maxine Main, Barbara Button, Catherine Crowley, Shirley Swanson, Shirley Bachman, Maureen Daly. Second Rout Miss Ruth Ann Kenney, Rosario Oltra, Betty Gergely, Patricia Bitso, joan Bryers, Ruth Gullberg, Virginia Hall, Mary Ellen Bruno, Margaret Kennedy, Nancy Briggs, Margaret Galvin, Marion Campbell, Carol Shea, Dorothy jones, Orissa Topps, Eleanor Galvin, Margaret Crowley, Elaine Roscoe, Mary Lou Sandone. Third Rout Patricia Thompson, Marian Paproski, Marilyn Towne, Muriel Schoenberg, Barbara Simko, Regina Smith, Gay Norton, Lorraine Yasinskas, Barbara Scheyd, Patricia Ohlin, Josephine Garhings, Jeannette Randall, Doris Emanuelson, Margaret Tobis, Doris Bowden, Eileen Guillemette. EIRLS A'l'llLE'l'lE LEADERS ASSUEIATIUN The G. A. L. A. means a great deal to the outdoor girls at Bassick. ln order to become a member of this organization, a girl must be an honor student in physical education and must have earned seventy-five points in athletic activities. She must also be an all-around good sport and must willingly 1?l smile through the tortures of initiation. Along with initiation comes a super candy sale, and the pledgee is now a member of the G. A. L. A. As a mcmber of this association, she may participate, under the direction of Miss Ruth Kenney, in many active sports, such as, basketball, swimming, soccer, volleyball, baseball, hiking, and bowling. ln addition to its sports program, this energetic group sponsors many other activities during the year. All Girls' Day is a G. A. L. A. occasion, featuring games. fashions, singing. and refreshments. Annually the club brings to the school a well-known athlete to give pointers on sports and physical fitness. The june picnic brings the club program to a close, and every member realizes that the G. A. L. A. has made a lively time of it for her at Bassick. First Row: Elaine Roscoe. Second Rauf: Barbara Davis, Joyce Douglas, james Venman, Barbara Anderson, Margaret Galvin, james Baird, Barbara Sheehan, Theresa Somers. Third Row: Donld Alexander, Miss Ruth Ann Kenney, Gloria Diaz, Howard Bader. Cheer, cheer for Bassick! No matter how the game is going, the Bassick Cheering Squad is always ready with a cheer to encourage the players and to stir the stands to a more enthusiastic response. The peppy cheerleaders themselves need no prodding to show their school spirit and team loyalty. Even before the football season starts, the energetic cheerleaders are on the job, under the capable direction of Miss Ruth Kenny, practicing old cheers and develop- ing new ones. Then, clad in snappy outfits of Bassick's green and white, they see that the Bassick Lions do not lack for optimistic and determined support. In rain or shine, victory or defeat, these I BEMNG SIUAD human dynamos ,with their leader, Elaine Roscoe, are out there on the field, exhorting the team and the rooters to greater and greater effort, until the final whistle sounds. Everyone at Bassick will readily give a cheer for the vim, vigor, and vitality of our cheering squad. AI ' I ' 1 '.l 'ax K7 .' A ,J 1 I ,. 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M, -.',..,.Jg,-Aa, .- ' . 4 v ',-Q .I g Q fm, 5-'sf ' I N If gs LHR 1 , Ap., -dx. .YU -Q E X The 1949 Bassick Tennis Team, coached by Mr. Carr, again had a very successful season. The netmen won twelve of the regularly scheduled con- tests, losing only to Weaver of Hartford, by a 6-1 score. The Bassick team then won the County championship at a meet in Stamford, and later placed third in the State meet at Wesleyan. The tennis team also captured the City championship for the ninth consecutive year. TENNIS TEAM Fin! Row: Arnold Bai, James Lafferty, james Venman, Don- ald Borgman, Paul Sideleau, Russell Bigney, Harvey Dwot- ken. Second Row: Mr. Charles Carr, Louis Klein, Richard Hart- wick, Peter Seymour, William Allen, Robert Engelman, Bruce Barnes, Fred Eaton, Richard Chantland, Mr. Harry Lyon. SEASON RECORD Bassick Opponent Bassick Opponent 4 RYC, N. Y. ..,, 1 5 Central .,.. l 1 ..., Weaver ......., 6 6 Fairheld .,.,., ,. 2 4M ..,, Fairfield ..,.,,.. L6 7 . .Rye, N. Y. ,... . 0 3 Stamford .. 2 4 ..., Staples 1 6 New Canaan 6 Harding . ,, l 7 . .Central ...,,..,.. 5 . , Stratford ,.,,, ,, 0 5 Harding ........ 4 Stamford 2 5 Staples ,......... 616 .. Hillhouse L5 9 Hillhouse ..,... 7 New Canaan 0 SEASON RECORD Bassick OPPOUCN 1 Stamford . ,. . ll 1 . Stratford ,. ,. . 3 9 .Central . ,. .. 6 4 . Harding , 0 3 . .Fairfield . .. 6 1 . Norwalk ,. 6 8 . Milford .. . , 4 1 Danbury. . . , 5 0 Stamford . 1 3 Milford . O 1 Stratford 2 4 Greenwich 3 7 Central ,. 3 10 Harding . 9 21 Fairfield , 5 Fin! Row: Andrew Gachi, Ernest Santo, William O'Donnell, George Sims, Richard Lind- say, Richard Young, Arnold Epstein, Ronald Shimko, Ken- neth janello. Second Row: Mr, Herbert Har- rington, james Cashavelly, Paul Fabry, john Marlin, Donald Dempsey, Dennis Minely, john Korcsmaros, Mr. Harry Lyon. Third Rout Richard Barney. 108 B SEBALL TEAM Despite a discouraging start, the Lions' Baseball Team ended the 1949 season in a blaze of glory. The team lost the first-game to an always-powerful Stamford Club by a score of 11-1. In the final game, however, the Bassick boys went on a scoring spree against Fairfield and defeated them, 21-5. The team, coached by Mr. Herbert Harrington, played well, end- ing the season with eight victories and seven defeats, and capturing the City Championship. lass of 1950 f 18. '5- 'if' .nuu.L.l'l n-I p as 2 l l-I Q-I Z GI ll-I 49 Ei la.. Barnum 1 51- - 1 -iiiiii i-1 iii-ll:- .gl-ilt .II I..T..i lilzl-15 ggi? All Fowl! 1 1