Bellows Falls High School - Sampler Yearbook (Bellows Falls, VT)

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THE SAMPLER 25 CLASS WILL My friends, I have called you to assemble here as a solemn duty, that you, the heirs and assigns of my re- spected client, the class of 1944, may hear her last will and testament. We, the class of 1944, in the town of Bellows Falls, the county of Windham, and the state of Vermont, being in as good mental condition as usual, and in a much better temper than usual, do hereby make this, our last will and testament, rendering void and of no avail any former will or wills that may have been previously made by us during a period of temporary jubilance and good-heartedness. FIRST: We give and bequeath to our dear old school and our beloved faculty the soothing peace and quiet caused by our absence. As vanity is one of our strongest emotions, we sincerely believe that they will miss us enough to find the quietness boring at times. SECOND: To the Junior class we leave the dignity of our seat in Study hall, and the honor we were so late in getting of leading the student body from assemblies. THIRD: To our good friends, the Sophomores, we leave our peaceful and forgiving personalities. We know this will prove an important factor in their at- tempt to get on harmoniously with the Juniors. FOl’RTH: To the young unspoiled Freshmen (un- spoiled by the great tragedies of the last two years of high school) we bequeath our high I. Q.’s and extensive intelligence which have made us the fii wonders of the world. FIFTH: To the Hi-Schooler staff, we leave the addresses of the Senior typists who typed for them this year, so that when the Juniors start spoiling the sten- cils next year, they’ll know where to come for repairs. SIXTH: To next year’s baseball team we leave the privilege of gazing admiringly at the trophies our team won this year. SEVENTH: The following may seem insignificant to the receiver, but we hope they will be accepted with a full realization of our generosity and in the spirit in which they were given. Barb Hanson leaves a merit badge to her brother Lowell. She’s got quite a few since Ralph Parker was made Eagle Scout. Johnny Richards wills his style of dancing to anyone who is bold enough to use it on the dance floor. Kay O’Connor wills her extremely audible voice to any soft-voiced Junior, if there is one. To Jane Merrifield, Theresa Carignan leaves her ability to keep peace with her friends, and yet go “steady” with two people at once—but conveniently from different towns. Pooch Shelc wills his model A to Lover Dexter so he can get to Keene more often. Jack Barber, Bobby Stowell and Buddy McGinniss leave Bobby Parker a salt shaker in appreciation of the valuable service he rendered them in the cafeteria this year. He got their food for them before the bell rang, so the boys wouldn’t have to wait in line. To Mr. Olbrych we leave a microphone so he’ll only have to dictate his letters once next year. Tommy Hayes bequeaths his I. Q. to the first appli- cant. Apply early and avoid the rush! ! To Angus Hebb, Richard laesure leaves his acting ability. With what he has now we can predict Holly- wood for him within five years. Ernie Frenette leaves Miss Brown an abridged edition of his book, “Jokes I Crack that Make You Split.” Then we think Miss Brown will understand the frequent outbursts of laughter. Jean Gay leaves, but doesn’t mind as long as Junic Gray leaves too. To Dan Brown we leave the balance in our class treasury to buy a new broom. Unless he’s extremely economical, that’s as far as it will take him. Dorothy Brown bequeaths her newest book “How to Become a Cover Girl Over Night,” to Mabel Hal- lock. Kenny Thayer leaves his extra telephone numbers to Ronnv Russell, who will certainly make use of them. Ginnie Whitcomb leaves to anyone who can manage well as she did, the ability to take a vacation every other day, and still keep up her marks. To the five highest-ranking commercial seniors next year, five senior girls (names already known) leave five pairs of well-worn shoes, in case they have to take re- ducing exercises by walking ’round and ’round the halls all fifth period. Jeanne Rice bequeaths her acting ability to Betty Merrill. The result should be a leading lady. Tommy Moore wills his skill in throwing a good party (whether in the form of a husking-bee or otherwise) to any Junior boy who lives on a nice big farm. To Mr. Holland, the graduating class leaves its good wishes; we are sure that under his leadership and in- fluence our school will, in years to come, be even more successful than it has been this year. EIGHTH: We, the class of 44, the testators, have set our hands and seal this twenty-first day of June, Anno Domini, one thousand nine hundred and forty- four. Pearl Apostolos

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THE SAMPLER 27 CLASS PROPHECY Although it has never been publicly announced, it is generally known that I possess the remarkable power of projecting myself forward through the years into any given time in which I am interested. Last night, being restless and weary with the cares of the day, I longed for a change of scene and time. So, closing my eyes and relaxing, I wished myself into the public library of this town, thirty years from now. I found myself in the reference room of a magnificent new building. As I glanced at the shelves, my eye was attracted by a black leather volume. Taking it down, I saw the title was “Who’s Who and Why.” Kagerly I turned the pages and read the preface. The title page contained this dedication. “Who’s Who and Why,” dedicated to the Class of 1041 of The Bellows Falls High School, which furnished most of the contents.” When I saw how interesting it was, I jotted down a few notes, knowing that other people would be interested. Here is the list. Thomas Hayes, three times Governor of Vermont. His motto is, “All for one and that one me.” Was candidate for the Presidency last year and defeated by one vote, cast by his campaign manager, Robert Stowell who wanted the job himself. Ethel Chisamore, dramatic orator and excellent de- flator. Obtained most of her experience arguing in her Office Practice class in High School. The speech that brought about her rise to fame was entitled, “One Way to Improve School—Abolish It.” Jean Ann Kenneally, social leader, wife of Thomas Kiniry, the stockbroker. Noted for her lavish and charming hospitality, especially to visiting celebrities, having recently entertained the King of Senegambia, and her Royal Highness, Queen Beverly Fen no. Be- cause of her delicate beauty, she has been painted by the superb cartoonist, Edward Slide. Rose Mary Cray, schoolteacher with a superiority complex. Her ability to answer all questions, some- times correctly, is the secret of her success. Robert Streeter, manager and owner of an old estab- lished dating agency known the world over. He aims to please, but just in case you’re not, his complaint manager is Walter Smith. His most ardent clients are Larry Clark, Rico Grippo and Edith Murphy. Nick ('apron, owner of the huge chain of restaurants, the Eat And Run Restaurants. Self made, prides himself on his rise from proprietor of a hot dog stand in North Walpole to owner of over one hundred restau- rants. His bouncer is Dan Taylor, otherwise known as “Knock ’Em Flat” Taylor. Nick is married to Nelca Karpinski, the champion pancake Hopper of New Hampshire. Barbara Hanson, traveling saleswoman for the Parker Fountain Pen Company. She travels from town to town demonstrating the successful Parker method. John Richards, Rear Admiral. Won the battles ol North Walpole and Bellows Falls in the war between Day light-Saving-Timers and Ant i-Daylight-Saving- Timers. Because of his remarkable radio broadcasts on “ Deep Sea Navigation Beyond the Rockies he is to be promoted from Rear Admiral to Front Admiral. Jean Rice, noted for her dramatic ability, shown in a scene from the Broadway production, “Everything Happens To Me,” in which she murders the glamorous Virginia Whitcomb. Her rise to stardom is due in a large part to the amazing tactics of her press agent, the suave playboy, Harold Carroll. Madeleine Aumand, reporter and national celebrity. known as Polly Pry of the Bellows Falls Times. She is so alert that she can interview a criminal while he is committing the crime and get tomorrow’s news last week. Theresa Narkewicz’s recently patented tonic, Espe- cially for Short People,” carries a money back guaran- tee if six inches are not added in thirty days. Eleanor Haggins, B. S., A. B., Ph. 1)., F. (). B. and S. (). S. Dean of the “Haggins Shows ’Em How School” and an educator of note. Author of the popular books, “Education Is a Nusiance” and How To Make D ve in Ten Easy Lessons.” Jean (iav, model with The Lawrence Gray Modeling Studio. She has recently been chosen cover girl for the National Poultry Magazine. Rose Mary Barry, wealthy cosmetician, proprietor of Ye Beautifier Shoppee—alterations while you wait— an up-to-date shop, combining the arts of beauty cul- ture and plastic surgery. Her own beauty is an excel- lent advertisement for her business. Francis Coffey, wealthy owner of coffee plantations in South America. His product carries the famous guarantee, “We put you to sleep, but don’t guarantee you’ll wake up.” Elaine Breslend, mystic, possessing psychic power to a remarkable degree. First became aware of her gift when she realized that she could read her own writing. She admits no one else could. Williams (’vrs, owner of the Cyrs Chemical Labora- tories, perfector of a new high explosive bomb. It was tested by his assistants Kenny Thayer and Leon Roy and found to be highly successful since the laboratories were completely demolished. Shirley Rowell, teacher of auction, duplicate, and contract bridge. Famed for her system of penalties to be imposed for trumping partner’s ace. losing the lead, forgetting the bid, and saying, “ What’s trumps. ’ Dick Lesure, orchestra leader and composer of dis- tinction. Connected with Marilyn Simonds, leading soprano of the Soap Box Opera Company. Composer of “TheThird Floor Suite,” and “Concerto in A Flat.” Katherine Regan, stenographer and originator of the Regan System of Shorthand. As yet, she has been un- able to translate several outlines in her system but still insists it is a practical one. Thomas Moore, member of the Academy of Arts and Sciences, president of the Moore Film Company. In his employ are the most shapely bathing girls; namely, Connie Maynard, Flora Shat tuck and Beatrice Gup- till; the bravest hero, Gerard Russell; and the most beautiful heroine, Maxiue Raymond. Pearl Apostolos, sixtieth President of the I nited States. Active in politics since infancy. Noted for her unique foreign policy. It has not been made pub- lic yet and probably never will be. Sponsored the bill for disenfranchising talkative fishermen and noisy saxophone players. John McGinniss, poet of the new school. Author of “Sonnets To A Sunflower,” and “Lines On A Lady s Face.” Unmarried, but frequently reported engaged. Dot Brown, talented dancer with the B. F. Hoofers. Introduced the popular ballroom steps, the Grapevine Glide and the Nose-dive. John Barber, inventor. Has invented over one thousand labor-saving devices. Among the best- known products of his agile brain are: Boomerang collar buttons guaranteed to return to the person that lost them and exercises for reducing one’s income tax.