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

Text from Pages 1 - 92 of the 1949 volume:

2 THE SAMPLER FOREWORD Another issue of the Senior Sampler has been published. There is quite a contrast between the book of today and that of yesteryear, both in size and con- tent. The first Samplers were designed for Seniors. The articles were typed and the covers hand drawn; each Senior assembled his own copy from the typewritten sheets. The material pertained primarily to the Senior class, which would prove of interest to the members of the class for years to come. Because of the demand by students of the lower classes for copies, it was decided to have the yearbook commercially printed. Articles of interest to the whole school were included in the contents, and as time went on, more pictures were added. It is the hope of the Class of “49” that this issue is the best yet jtbeX TABLE OF Foreword......................................... 2 Sampler Board.................................... 3 Faculty.......................................... 5 Class Officers................................... 6 Class Day........................................ 8 Who’s Who........................................ 9 With the Poets.................................. 23 Knocks.......................................... 24 Ye Olde Senure Classe........................... 27 CONTENTS Class History.............................. 30 Class Will................................. so Class Prophecy............................. 31 More Poets................................. 33 Underclassmen.............................. 37 Organizations, Plays, Socials, Music....... 43 Athletics.................................. 52 Key to Just Kids........................... 58 Advertising................................ 59 THE SAMPLER 3 June Hall SAMPLER BOARD OF 1949 Editor-in-chief, Barbara Vosburgh Assistant Editors Eleanor Walsh Ann Harris Joan Dymond Typists Marie Toussaint Ruth Moore Carolyn Cowan Elizabeth Putnam Business Manager Mary Walker Assistant Business Managers, Carolyn Cowan and Ann Slattery Art Editor, Holly Hopewell Faculty Advisor, Henry B. Osborn THE SAMPLER 5 FACULTY Mr. Harry W. Montague Superintendent of Schools University of Vermont, B. S., M. Ed. Mr. Hilton C. Holland, Principal Tufts College, B. S. Columbia University, M. A. M iss Emma Andrea Home Economics Iowa State Teachers’ College, B. S. University of Wyoming, M. A. Miss Priscilla Bedell Music Supervisor University of N. H„ B. A. New England Conservatory of Music Miss Virginia M. Brown English, Guidance Boston University, A. B. University of Vermont, A. M. Mr. Frank Bush Band and Orchestra Miss Sylvia M. Corliss Home Economics, General Science Simmons College, B. S. Mr. James M. Curran Science, Mathematics, and Shop University of Massachusetts Princeton University University of Chicago American and International, B. A. Mr. Paul F. Davis Science, Math, Visual Aids, Aeronautics University of N. H., B. S., M. E. Mr. Norman R. Golding Shop University of N. H., B. S. Mr. Lawrence Hadley Physical Education for Boys University of Wisconsin Miss Mary E. Hagan English Emmanuel College, B. A. University of Maryland Miss Ann M. Hennessey English Keene Teachers' College Miss Elizabeth H. Hunt Guidance, Social Science Middlebury College, B. A. Columbia University, M. A. Mrs. Dorothy M. Jones Physical Education For Girls Temple University, B. S. Posse School of Physical Education Mr. Gerald .1. McCarthy Sociology, Psychology, Algebra Consumers Education, Driver Training St. Michael’s College, A. B., M. A. Mr. John W. Murphy Art Teacher New England School of Arts Mr. Walter J. Olbrych Commercial Northampton Commercial College Mr. Henry B. Osborn Assistant Principal French, Spanish, and English Brown University, Ph. B. Mr. Harry O. Pearson, Jr. Commercial Canal Zone Junior College American University University of Georgia Piedmont College, B. S. Mr. Warren Peck U. S. History, Modern History World History University of Alabama, A. B., M. A. Mrs. Thelma M. Quinn Junior High Mathematics University of Vermont, A. B. Miss Catherine Santamaria Commercial Salem Teachers’ College, B. S. in Ed. Boston University, Ed. M. Miss Roxy Jean Talbert Junior High School Social Science World History University of Vermont Miss Catherine A. Wilcox Latin, English University of Vermont, A. B., Ed. M., M. A. Mr. Stanley A. Witt Mathematics University of Vermont, B. S. 6 THE SAMPLER CLASS OF 1949 OFFICERS President Vice-President ....Nelson Buskey Secretary.. William Reed Treasurer .... Marjorie Merrifield Patricia Hinds CLASS COLORS Scarlet and White CLASS MOTTO What we are to he, we are becoming CLASS FLOWER Red Carnation First honor HONOR STUDENTS Second honor Third honor Ot her honor students alphabetically arranged Paul Brandon Foster Leach Nelson Buskey Elizabeth Putnam June Hall Lenore Stebbins Marion Hogan Marie Toussaint Hi! Here We Are At Last.... J un io r Sop � ofnore pres Kmen 8 THE SAMPLER CLASS DAY TUESDAY, JUNE 14, 194� PROGRAM Processional........................................ Master of Ceremonies................................ Music............... ............................... Presentation of Awards.............................. Music............................................... Class History ...................................... Class Prophecy...................................... Music............................................... Class Will.......................................... Class Gifts........................................ Music............................................... Presentation of Yearbook............................ Acceptance of Yearbook.............................. Moving up of Classes................................ Class Song.......................................... School Song......................................... Recessional......................................... School Orchestra . .Nelson Buskey Marion Hogan ....June Hall Marie Toussaint . . Nelson Buskey Barbara Vosburgh ....Mr. Holland School Orchestra CLASS SONG Tune: “Far Away Places” Far away places with strange sounding names That’s where we’ll be by next year. We’re sorry to leave you dear old Bellows Falls High We’re going with many a tear. We’ve worked and we’ve played through our four years of school Now we are finally here As ready as ever to leave school days behind For a world mixed with hardships and cheer. We used to get restless for school to be o’er For graduation time We wanted the day when we all would be free We looked for the year forty-nine. But school days are over, our future begins We’ll miss all our teachers and friends The joys with their sorrows will stay in our thoughts ’Til the day when our life ends. LUCILLE STARK T H E S A M P L E R 9 WHO’S WHO MARY JEAN BALDASARO College Mary Silence best speak the- mind. Christmas Cantata 1; Home Room Secretary Monitor 4; Cheerleader 4; Olec Club 1, 2. Who’s the smallest girl in our class? It’s our Mary! If you doubt this shortness just notice her with Louis, who seems so tall in comparison. When Mary isn’t cheering our teams on, she’s working hard for the C. Y. (). in North Walpole. (According to her the best town on earth.) Resides all this and all t hat good nature, we hear Mary is also quite a hand with a needle. We're wishing much success to a small girl with a large amount of ambition. TYRRELL MICHAEL RELVILLE College Terry The Irish have the best hearts in the three kingdoms. Varsity Football 1, i, 8, 4; Rest Actor Award I; Junior Varsity Rasketball 1, 4; Varsity Rasketball 3, 4; Junior Varsity Rasebail 1; Varsity Baseball 'I, 3, 4; (� lce Club 1, 4; Spotlight Club 1, 3, 4; Home Room Representative 1, 4, It; Junior High Tournament 1, 4, 3, 4; Freshman Dance I; Sophomore Dance 2;Hi! Schooler 1, 2; Junior From 3; Senior Hop 3; Latin Club 3, 4; Boys’State 3; Football Formal 4; Monitor 4; Junior Rotarian 4; Tennis 4; Track 4; St. Patrick’s Day Dance 4; Freshman Reception 4; Senior Flay 4. This witty, good looking blond from the New Terrace is a member of almost every sport and a top notcher in them all. Terry has been a great addi- tion to the football, basketball and baseball teams from his Freshman year on. He was on the all-state team in football and he also held a starting position in basketball. Besides sports, Terry has livened up many plays these four years and well deserves the title of best actor of our class. Easily one of the most popular fellows in our class, with a grin and a lot of fun to brighten the day, Terry’s graduation will leave a hard gap to fill. PATRICIA BISSONNETTE General Pat Eyes can speak and eyes can understand. Majorette 2, 3, 4; Softball i, 3, 4; Basketball 2: Cafeteria 3; («lee Club 3, 4; Monitor 4. If you see a pair of sparkling blue eyes and a big smile you will know right off it’s Fat! She came here from Ludlow in her Sophomore year and immediately joined the band as a majorette. When we found that very pleas- ing personality and saw that high stepping in front of the band we were cer- tainly glad she did. PAUL CLEMENT BRANDON College Paul lie teas a scholar, and a ripe and good one. Special Glee Club 4; Senior Flay 4; Football Formal 4; Sock Dance 4. We are certainly glad to have Paul for a new member in our class. Here from Hardwick, Vermont, within one year Paul has been active in the glee club, a help for numerous class activities and his part in the Senior Flay can- not be forgotten. Although it is unusual to have a one-year resident student on the Honor Roll, Paul’s record has been so excellent that an exception had to be made. A person like Paul is a grand addition to any group. ALBERT BRESLEND General liras Sever trouble trouble, 'til trouble troubles you. Rres is the good-natured type of fellow who takes things as they come. We hear that he has quite a reputation in billiards and also for having been one of the paper mill’s outstanding strong men last summer. He always seems to have a sly grin, but, if there are any women in his life, you will have to ask him about that. With such a likable way and friendly manner, Rres makes an ideal fellow. 10 THE SAMPLER DONALD RUSSELL BROWN College Don She floats upon the river of his thought . Class President 1; Home Room Vice President 1; Home Room President 8; Class Vice President 2: Freshman Dance 1; Student Advisory Board 1, 8, President 4; Band 1, 2, 8, 4, Vice President Band 2, President Band 8, 4; Orchestra 1, 2, Vice President Orchestra 2, President Orchestra 8, 4; Special (ilee Club 1, 2, 8. 4, President Special Glee Club 8, 4; All-State Band 2, 8; I atin Club 1, 2: Operetta 1, 2 Sophomore Dance 2 Hi! Schooler 2 Junior Prom 8; Student Conductor of the Band 8, 4; Dance Band 4; Cafeteria Cashier 8, 4; Senior Hop 8; Boys’ State 8; All-New Knglanl Or hestra 8, 4; Football Formal 4; Spotlight Club 4; Senior Play 4; Monitor 4; Fresh- man Reception 4; All-State Chorus 4; Sock Dance 4; Junior Rotarian 4; Vermont Youth Forum 4. From the above list of activities one can sec that our Valedictorian this year is the busiest fellow in our class, and, also, by far the one with the most varied interests. Donald always can be seen rushing to some activity or else to meet that certain Junior girl somewhere. No one can figure out how Don gets the time or patience to do such an excellent job in everything in which he participates. A person like this certainly has everything to insure great future success. Here are our congratulations, Don, and we are thankful to have had such an outstanding leader in our class. NELSON PAUL BUSKEY College Nets IIell is empty—all the devils are here. Vice President 1; President 2, 8, 4; Junior Varsity Basketball 1; Varsity Basketball 2, 8, 4; Special (ilee Club 1, 2, 8, 4; All State Chorus 2, 8, 4; Oper- etta 1, 2: Home Room President 1, 2 Junior Varsity Baseball 2; Hi! Schooler 1; Student Advisory Board 8; Junior Prom 8; Senior flop 8; Boys’ State 8; Spot- light (’lub 8; ('lass Day Committee 4; Senior Play 4; Football Formal 4; Assistant Director Junior High Tournament 8, Director 4; Monitor 4; Junior Rotarian 4; Freshman Reception 4; Sock Dance 4. Here is one fellow who has certainly been kept busy as our class president for the past three years. If you think this is an easy job, just ask Nelson, who will probably pass it over with a sly grin; but we know that he has pulled us through those senior problems as smoothly as it could ever be done. This hasn’t dejected Nelson any though, and his witty remarks and antics have livened many a class and party. Besides this, he has added much to our glee club and the Senior Play would have been lost without him. We all take our hats off to one grand fellow and without a doubt our most popular classmate. DONALD CHESLEY General Don Here is a true industrious friend. Glee ('lub 2, 8; Christmas Cantata 1, 2, 3. Don is one of those quiet boys you see roaming the corridors very slowly. Any time you see him on the street it will probably be «in his bicycle. We hear Don is a whiz when it comes to airplanes and that his ambitions are pretty well centered around this fact. We know Don will succeed in anything he attempts. JOHN EDWARD COLLIER College John Ed A lore some she is the only joy for me. Track 3; Junior High Tournament 3; Junior Prom 8. Who’s the tall, brawny, red-haired fellow with the grin? Well, let us tell you that this is John Ed,the fellow who has kept the class of “49” jumping since he came here last year from Chicopee Falls, Mass. We were not only proud to have an ex-service man enter our class but we were also delighted when we found that John E 1 is one of the wittiest and all-around-good fun guys ever to hit Bellows Falls High. He is never without a remark or sharp comeback and he peps up the classes only to give more reason why teachers should need a vacation. An excellent supporter of our teams, a great man with the women and always the center of amusement in any crowd, we say, “Here’s to you, John; great times are ahead in your future.” CAROLYN PRISCILLA COWAN Commercial Carol-n Man has his will, but woman has her way. Home Room Secretary 1; Operetta 2 Glee ('lub 1, 2, 3: Home Room Committee 2 Junior Prom 8; Senior Hop 3; Librarian 3; Spotlight Club 3; Vice President of the Home Ec Club 3; Football Formal 4; Sampler Typist 4; Sub Monitor 4; Junior High Tournament 4; Hi! Schooler Typist 4. Here is one of the pretty class typists with a pleasing personality that will go a long way in the commercial field. Carolyn s interests are many and they include frequent trips to Gageville. Ahmg the secretarial line, Carolyn plans to enter the Packard School, in New York City, next year, where we know she will be a great success. THE SAMPLER 11 WILLIAM CBOTTY College Billy Sometimes I wonder; other limes I know. Business Manager of the Junior High Tournament 4; Hi! Schooler Staff 3; Freshman Basketball; Junior Varsity Basketball 2: Latin Club 2 Basketball 3, 4; Track 3, 4; Tennis 3, 4; Junior High Tournament 8; State Junior Tennis Singles Champion 8; Latin Club 3; Spotlight Club 3; Boys’ State 8; Vice President Home Room 3; Monitor 3, 4; Play Nite 3; Football 4; Senior Play and Play Nite 4; Spotlight Club 4; Football Formal 4; Freshman Reception 4; Junior Rotarian 4; Sock Dance 4; Buseball 4; Joint Concert 4; Spring Conc- ert 4; Junior Prom 3. Billy is one fellow who is not only well known in Bellows Falls High but also around the state, being Vermont’s Junior Tennis Champion for two years now. With all this, Bill is also one of our leading basketball scorers and other sports also take up most of his time. This is why we can’t figure out how Bill gets those marks and that third honor. There is no question that with this kind of ambition, and Bill’s winning personality, certain success is ahead for him at college and in later life. DENNIS DAMON College Dennis To appreciate heaven well, 'lis good for a man to have some fifteen minutes of Hell Junior Varsity Football 1; Junior Varsity Basketball 1; Monitor 2, 3, Lieutenant 4; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Operetta 2 Student Advisory Board i, 3, 4; Home Room Committee 2, 4; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 8; New England Chorus 3; Special (ilee Club 3, 4; Play Nite 4; Spotlight Club 4; Football Formal 4. Dennis is one of the quieter boys of the (’lass and he never seems to have much to say, but, when he does, look out! Between Clark’s Store ami Saxtons River most of his leisure time is taken up. Besides this and studying he still finds time to hold his end up in the tenor section of the special glee club and also to be one of Miss Santamaria’s right hand men on the monitor system. As a friend and good sport you couldn’t ask for any better and we are sure that whatever Dennis does in the future he will be successful. SHEILA ANN DESNOYERS College Shel Silence is golden. Home Room Representative 1; Basketball 1, 2, 8, 4; Softball 1, 2, 3, 4; (ilee Club 1, 2, 3; HilSchooler 1, 2: Latin Club 2; Play Nite 2, 8; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 8; French Play 3; Senior Play 4; Football Formal 4; Librarian 4. “ Let me introduce myself. Not only am I athletic and a robust young wit, but also first cousin to the atom bomb. Of course, a large part of my inspiration comes from Wallingford, Vt. He’s really swell! My future? Oh, that’s all taken care of. Three years of schooling and then—who knows? I probably will be nursing either here or there. I’ve really had a grand time here in B.F.H.S. and, since I livened up many a class, all the teachers, in- cluding Mr. Osborn, have my full permission to sit back, relax, breathe a sigh of relief and just hope and pray that the future years don’t see another such pesky rascal. ” IRENE DUFFY Commercial l ffy Her brown eyes conceal the deviltry behind them. (ilee Club 1, 2, 3; Home Ec Club 3; Senior Play Committee 4. Irene is the blond-haired, brown-eyed, happy-go-lucky girl with the great big smile and very pleasing personality, and, of course, last but not least, in this description let’s not forget her dimples. She comes from Saxtons River and along with her share of boy friends, Irene has been indispensable to Kurn Hattin during these years on their basketball team and as a Major- ette for their band. Many fine qualities and lots of good nature will surely make Irene a success. JOAN MERLE DYMOND College Joanie Style is the dress of thought. Basketball 1, 2; Hi! Schooler 1, 2; Softball 2; Spotlight Club 2, 3, 4; Roman Banquet 2: Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Monitor 4; Football Formal 4; Special (ilee Club 4; Junior High Tournament 4; Senior Sampler 4; All-State Chorus 4; Christmas Play 4; Senior Play 4. Joan is what they mean when they say, “Gentlemen prefer blondes.” Besides being tall, blonde, and our best dressed girl, she’s smart too, and a college future looks bright for her. It doesn’t seem funny that this year’s best dressed boy frequents Joan’s house on Pine Street because this couple have become one of the stable twosomes of the class in the past few years. Joan seems to have that extremely pleasing and dependable way that gains her many friends. She has been an excellent supporter of our school and she’s also noted for being the perfect hostess over these school years, with parties which cannot be forgotten. Whenever there is something to be done, Joan is always on the spot ready and willing to help and there is no doubt that, whatever she does and wherever she goes, she’ll be a tremendous success. 12 THE SAMPLER EDWARD ROBERT FABIAN, JR. General Bob My heart's a lonely hunter that hunts on a lonely hill. Baseball 1, 2, 8; Football 1, 2; Junior From 8; Football Formal I; Senior Hop 3. Bob is one of our best sportsmen. If you think he’s quiet just ask him about his hunting experiences. For the last three years, he’s come home with the venison. Although he is one of the more conservative, less noticeable members of our class, critical eyes voted Bob the best dressed boy of the class, which he well deserved. It is a noticeable coincidence that he is continually seen escorting our best dressed girl. Bob’s future plans aren’t certain as vet, but we are sure that with his quiet, likeable ways he will reach the top in what- ever field he chooses. MARIE DOROTHY FRENETTE General Marie The wrong tray altrays seems the more reasonable. Glee Club 1, 2; Softball 1, 2, 3, 4; Home Ec Club 1. Marie seems to be quiet in school but some people think differently. She’s a good sport, anyway, we all agree on that. When it comes to interclass games, Marie is the first one there and, as an outfielder in softball, a better one would be hard to find. We don’t know too much about your outside interests, but maybe you could tell us, Marie. May you have the best of luck in the future. SHIRLEY FRANCIS GRAY General Shirl Light or dark, short or tall, she sets a trap to snare them all. Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Softball 1, 2, 3, 4; Spotlight Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 1, 2, 3; New England Dramatic Festival 2; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Prize Play 3; Football Formal 4; Librarian 4. When Mrs. Jones issued a call for first string forwards, Shirl answered— with dividends! This wasn’t the first time—athletics are her specialty. Dra- matics run a close second, and Shirl’s a top-notcher in both. She’ll' always laugh at your jokes, no matter how corny, and then come back with some herself. Shirl’s always in question about the out-of-town men. She does her best to remain faithful to all of them. Maybe her smooth dancing helps. That’s Shirl, the fun-loving girl of the Senior Class. LOUISE MARIE GROUT College Louise The beauty of art is irreplaceable. Hi! Schooler 1, 2, 3; Monitor 4. Louise is the class artist, and what an artist! She has done everything from painting the mural in the cafeteria, to designing Christmas card's, and even illustrating poems! When the honors were announced, Louise took second place as our salutatorian. Besides this, she always has time for the opposite sex, we hear. U. V. M. will be getting a wonderful girl next year and we’re sure Ixniise will be at the head of her class. PRENTISS WHITING HAINES, JR. College Bing Think in the morning, art in the noon, eat in the evening, sleep in the night. Senior Play 2; Christmas Pageant 2; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 8; Play Nile 3; Spotlight Club 3; Football Formal 4; Football 4. This quiet, good-looking fellow is none other than Bing Haines, the idol of many a lass. He manages to keep them all guessing and has fun doing it. Com’on, Bing, give them a break. If he would plough through his English like he did through the football line. Miss Brown wouldn’t have so many worries! He’s always on hand to set up scenery or Prom decorations and occasionally takes part in a play. Here’s wishing you the best, Bing! JUNE HALL THE SAMPLER 13 College June Every inch of her a queen. Hand 1, 2, 8, 4; Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4; (lice Club 1, 3, 4; Special (lice Club 3, 4; Vermont State Music Festival 2, 3, 4; New England Music Festival 2, 3, 4; Home Room Treasurer 3; Play Nile 4, Football Formal 4; Senior Play 4; Sampler Hoard 4; Spring Concert 1, 2, 3, 4; Christmas Cantata 1, 3, 4; Junior High Tournament 4. Who is that girl who plays the piano, the cello, the bells, the drums, the tympannie, sings in the Glee Club, and won the best actress award? You ask? Well, it’s none other than our June. She certainly keeps busy with all these activities and figuring ways in which to get back and forth between Bellows Falls and Rockingham—but she manages. Whenever she’s around, there’s bound to be fun. If you don’t believe it, just mention those dances at Walpole ami the parties out at Spofford Lake. Some fun, huh, June? May you have the best of luck and success in your future career, June, you certain- ly deserve it. ANN BALLOU HARRIS College Ann A lair unto herself. Special Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Kentucky Garden 1; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 8; Freshman Dance 1; Home Room Secretary 2: Hurlington Music Festival 4; New England Music Festival 4; An Old Spanish Custom 2; Christ- mas Cantata 2, 3, 4; Football Formal 2, 4; Latin Club 2: Senior Play Com- mittee 2, 4; Sophomore Party 2, Home Room Program 3, 4; Junior Party 3; Hi! Schooler 3; Play ite 3, 4; Spotlight Club 3, 4; Monitor 3, 4; Sock Dance 4; St. Patrick’s Day Dance 4; Sampler Board 4; Freshman Reception 4. That was no cyclone! That was Ann. Here’s a person who always seems to be either keeping someone in stitches with her witty remarks or crazy antics or else working towards making a success out of some class function, such as her delightful, original schemes for the decorating end of some of our formats. Ann is certainly a vital part of our class with her looks, personality, artistic ability, and musical and dramatic talent. She not only sets the pace for our world of fashion but also for many new ideas in class planning. Ever seen a boy sporting a pair of argyles? He must be one of Ann’s various beaus. Her Rumpus Room has added to the excitement of some of our good times this year. JANE CECELIA HARTY General Janie Then she u'ill talk, ye gods, how she will talk. Home Ec Club 1, 2, 3; Glee Club 2, 4; Softball 2; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Football Formal 4; Play . ite 4; Senior Play 4; Monitor 4. We’re all ardent admirers of this attractive, well dressed girl—the very ideal of courtesy, wit, charm, and grace. A sudden outburst of laughter is never unusual when Janie’s around, and she can easily be identified by that laugh! What a diversity of talents she possesses, which might well put us to shame for not being so ambitious. In dramatics she’s our Catherine Cornell and her vocal cords are exercised continuously between singing and being a sincere and loyal fan for H. F. H. S. Her knitting accomplishments are amazing and, if she can handle her patients similar to a pair of her knitting needles, she'll be very successful. With such a nice personality, this future nurse has much to look forward to, and so have the patients! PATRICIA NORMA HINDS College Patty As merry as the day is long. Home Room Treasurer 1, Class Treasurer 2, 4 ; Ha ml 1, 2, 3; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Student Advisory Board 1, 2, 3, 4; Softball 2, 4; Latin Club 2; Home Room Secretary 3; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Spotlight Club 3, 4; Librarian 3, 4; Monitor 4; Football Formal 4; Senior Play 4; Freshman Re- ception 4; Sock Dance 4. This cute trick from Gageville has played an important role in the history of our high school career. As far as sports go, Patty is tops. In fact, accord- ing to some fellows, she’s tops in everything, and we agree. Always ready and willing, she has been our class treasurer two out of four times, and that’s no cinch, is it, Pat? With all the experience she’s had as an aide at the hospital, she’s sure to be a wonderful nurse in the future. Our hats are off to you, Pi “I MARION CLAIRE HOGAN Commercial Marion Music is well said to be the speech of angels. Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Home Room Treasurer l;An Old Kentucky Garden 1; Special Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Hurlington Music Festival 1, 2, 3; Thanksgiving Hall 1; A Young Man’s Fancy 2; An Old Spanish Custom 2; Secretary of Dra- matic Club 2, 3, 4; Junior Prom 3; New Hampshire Girls’ State 3; Senior Play 4; Monitor 4; Play Nite 4; New England Music Festival 4. Marion is that blonde bomber who hails from North Walpole and, boy, does she let you know it! When you see a group of people roaring with laughter, you can be sure Marion is in the midst of them. She has done her share of acting and singing these past four years, on top of earning one of the top honors. Now that you are working at the telephone office, we’re going to miss your wonderful popcorn, Marion. We’re going to miss those jokes next year (corny as they may be) and that cheerful personality that brings forth hilarity wherever you appear. Holly 14 THE SAMPLER HOLLY HOPEWELL College Here's a trilling heart and a kind soul. Cilee Club 1; Hand 2, 3; Spotlight Club 2, 3, 4; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Monitor 3, 4; Hi! Schooler 3; Senior Play 4; Football Formal 4; Student Advisory Board 4; Sock Dance 4; Freshman Reception 4; Hi!Schooler Repre- sentative 4; Senior Sampler 4. Calm, cool, and collected, that’s our Holly! For a gal who lives in Westminster, she gets around considerably. If you ever want a poster painted or some good advice, ask Holly. She proved her ability to solve problems in “Spring Dance,” as well as her ability to act. Quiet? I guess not! She always has a joke to tell or a prank to play. Weston seems to at- tract her in the summer! What’s the attraction, Holly? Or are there several? Here’s to our all-around good sport and wonderful friend. We know you’ll come out on top in whatever you choose to do. JOAN MARJORIE JOHNSON General Joanie Laughter is her joy. (ilee Club 1, 2; Home Ec Club 2; Senior Play 4. Joanie is the cheerful, friendly girl from North Walpole. She is usually found on the job at Newberry’s, trying to look businesslike. We hear she goes for the out of town men. Is that right, Joanie? Here’s to one gal who will make a wonderful nurse. May you have success in your nursing career. MAURICE JOSEPH KELLY, JR. General Moe I nerer let homeirork interfere trith my education. Senior Hop 3; Football Formal 4; Play Nite 4; Hi!Schooler 4; Freshman Reception 4. Ever been in Rexalls? Then you know Moe. He’s noted for his wise- cracks that keep everyone in stitches. When the title of best actor was given out, it wasn’t hard to see who would be chosen for Moe has had plenty of practice. No matter where Moe is, he is continually acting. His weekly trips to Claremont and Springfield must be very successful as his fan mall proves. When it comes to baseball, Moe is an ardent fan and someday hopes to be in a major league. Hut, whether he makes it or not, he will always be big league with us. EDWARD FRANCIS KENNEY General Eddie Always doing, never done. Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4; State Music Festival I, 2, 3, 4; Lions Club Music Scholarship at Burlington 2; French Play 3; New England Music Festival 4; Freshmun Reception 4; Football Formal 4; Junior High Tourna- ment 4; Spotlight Club 4; Monitor 4; Junior Rotarian 4. Eddie is one of the more silent boys in our class. At least that’s the impression you might get at first, but, when you get to know him, WOW! What a kid! He’s one of those forever helping hands when it comes to any- thing you might want done, from collecting papers to playing a song on his cute little horn. Little,” did we say? We hear Eddie wants to join the Navy and play in the band for a change. The orchestra will really suffer a great loss when he leaves the school this year. JEAN ANNE KINIRY Genera! Jeanie I came, tho not on time. Glee Club 1, 2; Operetta 2; Junior Prom 3; Cheerleader 3, 4; Senior Play Jeanie is the cute girl from North Walpole noted for her fiery red hair and her dazzling personality. She is one of the peppiest cheerleaders H. F. ever had and did her share to cheer the team along. “Torrcy” seems to take up quite a lot of her time, but that’s one thing she doesn’t seem to mind. With your looks and personality, Jean, you’re sure to be a success in whatever you do. THE SAMPLER 15 PATRICIA MARIE KINIRY General Pat Without music life would be u mistake. Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Special Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Operetta I, 2; Vermont Music Festival 1, 2, 3, 4; Junior Prom 3. Pat is one of those cute girls who hails from North Walpole. She has been a member of the Special Glee Club for the past four years, and we know that Miss Bedell will have a hard time finding another to take her place. Pat is also a girl who doesn’t believe in going out of town to pick her man. We’re sure Jimmie is glad of that. No one will mind being sick when he has a swell girl like Pat to take care of him. MARGARET ELEANOR LAMPHERE General Manjic There is nothing more fun tlum a man. Home Ec Club 1, 2; Senior Play 4; Librarian 4. If you see a girl hiking down from Gageville every morning before school wearing a red coat, you'll know it’s Margie. Where do you get so much am- bition to do so much walking? Margie is a girl who likes very much to draw, and, while she’s at it, does a wonderful job. We hear you’d like to make a tour of the United States. Well, maybe someday, someone will invent a cheaper means of transportation and then you can go on your trip. Why not sec the whole world while you arc at it? LOUIS HENRY LASONDE General Louie ('ards are the devil's books. Louis meets the requirements of those tall, dark and nice looking young men, and our class would be at a great loss without him. In class he’s another one of our quiet fellows, but outside, Wow! Louie is one of the greatest storytellers of our time, and maybe, someday, he will write a book so that everyone may read them. We hear Iamie’s a whiz when it comes to cards, especially Pitch. If you’re in doubt about the game, just go to I ouie and he’ll help you out. JOHN CHARLES LAWLOR Commercial Charlie I am the greatest above degree that is, or was, or ever shall be. Monitor 3, 4; Senior Play 4; Play Nite 4; Glee Club 4. Here is Captain Lawlor, the nice looking captain of the Monitor System, whom you are apt to find almost anywhere in the school building. Nhen you hear his new 1929 Studebaker coming your way. you’d better jump and watch it go by. Morse seems to think that’s the safest way. Blondie is the shy type, but seems to make a hit with all the girls, though he never seems to say much. Well, don’t worry so, boys, maybe he’ll teach you which charm he uses. JOHN GERALD LAWLOR General Chuck His will be done. Everyone knows who that big fellow is we see trying so hard to be the first one out of the school building each afternoon. It's none other than our Chuck, without whom our class would be very dull. In school Chuck is very quiet, but we have to wonder just how quiet he really is, especially out of school, after hearing of his trips to Springfield and Claremont. What about it. Chuck? 16 THE SAMPLER WILFRED FOSTER LEACH College Foster You can't hare too much of a good thing. Hand 1, 2, 3, 4; Orchestra 1,2, 3, 4; Special Cilee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Hi! School - er 1; Operetta 1; Christmas Cantata 1, 2, 3, 4; All State Band 2; All State Orchestra 3; Roman Banquet 2; Junior Prom 3; Play Nite 3, 4: All State Chorus 4; All New England Chorus 4; Football Formal 4; Senior Play 4; High School Forum 4. Six feet tall, dark, and, oh, how nice looking is Foster. Without him our class would be very dull, as he is one of the chief jesters of the time. Foster is very musically inclined, both with his voice and with his trumpet, and also dramatically inclined, as you noticed in Play Nite. If you ever want Foster, you might first start looking in the Lab, as he spends all the time he possibly can there. If you ever want to know where any of your Lab supplies disap- pear to, just ask him. We have a hunch he'll know what has become of them. It’s all just a matter of magic, isn’t it, Foster? PAULINE LISA I College Potty It's nice to he natural, when you're naturally nice. Glee Club 1. 2, 3, 4; Hi! Schooler 1; President Home Room 1; Basketball 1; Spotlight Club 2, 3, 4; Latin Club 2; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Monitor 3, 4; Cheerleader 3, 4; Girls’ State 3; Special (ilee Club 2, 4; Piano Accompanist 4; All State horns 3, 4; Football Formal 4; Junior High Tournament 4; Senior Play 4; Freshman Reception 4. Bless us, here comes Polly, small, vital, and with laughs, rain or shine. Polly has always been indispensable in our dance work with a car or truck. Nor would the dramatic department have survived without the Lisai’s furni- ture or her excellent portrayal of the “Innocent” in the senior play. Polly makes an excellent accompanist and she has been a necessity for some exciting parties at Spofford Lake. If someone says, “Huh!” behind you, or you hear a horn blast on the way up the street, its Polly. Here’s hoping that her musical career pans out in the future. MARTHA ELLEN LOCKERBY Commercial Martha A quiet mind is richer than a crown. Here is a very quiet, studious girl with a sweet personality. But she is not always quiet. Oh no! When you get to know her, she is as jolly and full of fun as anyone could be. We hear a lot about certain frequent trips to Connecticut. She says she goes to visit her cousin. Hmm, we wonder if it is only her cousin that she goes to see! Martha plans to be a teacher someday. Her pupils will surely be lucky to have a teacher with such a nice disposition. ELIZABETH JOSEPHINE MAHONEY College Liz Of gentle soul, to human race a friend. Softball 1, 2. 4: (ilee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Hi! Schooler 3; Basketball 3; Football Formal 4; Freshman Reception 4; Monitor Liz is a girl who has a pleasing smile for everyone. She is a good sport and a bright student, and seems to go up North every chance she gets. We wonder why. Is it because of the beauty of the northern country or the cer- tain person that lives there? We hear Liz does some beautiful handiwork which is really something to be proud of. Nursing is Liz’s aim and we are sure she’ll be tops. DONALD PAUL MERLING General Don Thou hast seen nothing yet. Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 4; Track 4; Junior High Tournament 4. Don is another of our outstanding athletes. Although he can’t always tell you what the right answer in English should be, he knows about every- thing connected with basketball and football. Don is one of the best dancers in our class, and he seems to be doing all right as a singer. If anyone has a party, Don is always on hand to enjoy himself. Next year we shall all miss him and the fun he has brought us in the past. MARJORIE MERRIFIELD THE SAMPLER 17 College Marge Northing is impossible to a willing heart. Basketball 1, 2, 8, 4; Hi!Schooler 1,3; Home Room Treasurer 1, 2;Student Advisory Board 1; (ilee Clui� 1, 2, 3; Special dee Club 4; Softball 2, 3, 4; Class Secretary 2, 4; Monitor 3, 4; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Class Treasur- er 3; («iris’ State 3; Football Formal 4; Senior Play 4; Treasurer A. A. 4; Monitor Assembly 4; I). A. It. Good Citizenship Girl 4; Junior High Tourna- ment 4; Freshman Reception 4. Marge is the I). A. It. Good Citizenship Girl of 1949. There’s no need to tell you she’s a wonderful girl with a super personality. You can see by all her activities that Marge has done a good deal of work for our class. We certainly appreciate it, too. She has done a wonderful job for Mrs. Jones, in the line of sports, throughout all her four years of high school. You’ll make a wonderful secretary, Marge, especially for Nels. We’re sure you'll be a great success in the future. Just look at the start you have now. RUTH ELIZABETH MOORE Commercial Ruihie I hate nobody; I am in charity icith the world. Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 1, 3; All New England Band 2, 3; All State Orchestra 2, 3, 4; Vermont Music Festival Soloist 2: New England Music Festival 3; All New England Orchestra 4; Monitor 4; Hi! Schooler Typist 4. Rut hie is a very talented young lady who hails from Saxtons River Road’ She is a great help in the commercial department and is always willing to aid anyone in trouble. What would the band and orchestra do without her? She has attended many of the music festivals and is a whiz when it comes to playing her trombone. Her presence can always be told by her happy-go- lucky laugh. Everyone knows Ruthie is a swell friend to have. ALBERT GEORGE MOREAU General AI A good sport is somebody worthwhile. Band 1. A1 is the only boy in our class who comes across the bridge every morning from North Walpole. No matter what the topic of the day may be, he always has his own ideas on the subject. As for the girls, he never likes any one of them better than the other, but he does seem to like them all pretty well. With his polite and courteous manner we are sure of his succeeding in the future. DONALD CHARLES MORSE College Horsey I must go to the barber's—for methinks I am marvelous hairy about the face. Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball I, 2, 3, 4; Operetta 2, 3; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Tennis 3, 4; Football Formal 4; Senior Play 4; Junior High Tournament 4; Spotlight Club 4. Donnie is a tall, polite boy who is one of our outstanding athletes. If you ever want him for anything, you might start looking on the basketbal floor or on the baseball diamond, and, if this doesn't prove successful, try the tennis courts. He certainly has been tops in sports. He and Billy Crotty won the Vermont Junior Doubles Championship, and that is really something to be proud of. Maybe, someday, Donnie will turn pro and even win the Davis Cup. VIRGINIA RUTH MUZZEY Commercial Ginny A well-bred silence always at command. Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Librarian 2, 4; Softball 2 Hi! Schooler Typist 4. If you go into Room 22 after school, you will be quite likely to see a slender girl, with blue eyes and light hair, banging away on a typewriter. That will be Ginny. She is probably doing her homework, or maybe she’s typing for Hi! Schooler. Lately, Ginny always has a ride home, which, she says, is very nice. One of her favorite sports is square dancing, ami she is very good at it. Here is one girl everyone will miss. We wish her the best of luck in every- thing. 18 THE SAMPLER MARION MABEL N1ES (ieneral Marion I laughed, and danced, talked, and .sang. Basketball 1, 2, 8, 4; Sock Dance 4; Freshman Reception 4; Football Formal 4. Here comes the tall girl with the ready smile for everyone. If it’s laughs you want, just call on Marion. She’ll keep you merry. We hear her interests seem to be in a certain fire station lately, and it’s not the flashy fire engines either. Marion can always be counted on to get chaperons for any dances. She is an excellent athlete. This has been shown by her participation in all the girls’ sports. With her personality, good humor and many abilities, we are sure Marion will be a successful girl. BURTON ALLEN NOWERS (Ieneral Bur tie The cheerful man's a king. Basketball 1, 2, 8, 4; Home Room Vice President 1; Baseball 2, 8; Junior High Tournament 8, 4; Monitor 8, 4; Track 8, 4; Junior Prom 8; Junior Rotarian 4; Boys’ State 8; Football Formal 4; Senior Play 4; Vice President A. A. 4; Vice Chairman of Student Advisory Board 4; Spotlight Club 4; Foot- ball 1, 2, 8, 4. A lady killer, if there ever was one, this popular lad from down West- minster way really gets around. In spite of his unfortunate accident in foot- ball we still consider him as one of the best players that Bellows Falls has seen in a long time. Has anyone noticed that Mr. McCarthy’s hair is getting gray? Well, Burtie is one of the reasons. What a psychology class! Everyone will hate to see Burtie leave, but our loss is someone clse s gain. Best of luck in the future to a swell kid. LILLIAN ALTA PARKHURST General Lillian Thy modesty is a candle to thy merit. Glee Club 1, 2, 8. Lillian is another one of Harry Spencer’s regular passengers. A quiet girl, with a pleasing smile and personality, Lil has left her mark in the class. I wonder how she finds time to do all the homework she takes home every night. Lil has her future all planned out. It’s nice to have Bartonsville so near to Brock way Mills, isn’t it, Lil? HELEN ANN PEARSON General Helen The world has ungels all tco few. Senior Play 4; Football Formal 4. Helen is the girl that came from English High in Lynn. She is one of the many quiet girls in our class, but, now and then, we do hear a word from her. Helen’s certainly helped many with her knowledge of bookkeeping. How do you always manage to get the right answer? As yet we don’t know what field she is planning to enter, but, whatever she chooses, we know she’ll be a success. HELEN PATRICIA PRENDERGAST General Helen The wind that blows, the ship that goes, and the lass that lores a sailor. Glee Club 1, 2; Cheerleader 8, 4; Junior Prom 3; Plav Nite 8; Senior Play 4. “Fight yell! Ready! Hip! hip!” There’s Helen with the rest of the cheerleaders keeping up the team’s morale. This Irish gal with the wonderful personality does more than cheer. She has been very active in all the inter- • lass sports. And the C. Y. O. basketball team couldn’t have done without her. Right now the Navy seems to be very appealing to Helen, at least one portion of it. Although she is undecided as to what her career will be, we know Helen will go a long way. ELIZABETH JANE PUTNAM « THE SAMPLER 19 Commercial Betty Politeness costs nothing and gains every thing. Home Hoorn Secretary 1; (lice Club 1, 2, 3; Home Ec Club 1; Home Ec State Convention 1; Christmas Cantata 1, 2; Hi!Schooler 1, 2; Hi! Schooler Typist 4; Junior Prom 3; Class Secretary 3; Girls State 3; Football Formal 4; Senor Play 4; Monitor 4; Office Assistant 4. Betty is a little girl with a big smile and a wonderful personality. Her long list of accomplishments shows that she is an ambitious worker. She did a swell job as our Junior Class Secretary. Betty went to Girls State as a Junior, too. And Miss Blood will tell you that she is a whiz in the office fifth period. Betty will certainly make a place for herself in the world. WILLIAM JAMES REED General Billie It is very hard to seek to please everybody. Class Treasurer 1; President Home Room 2, 3; Vice Presklent of ('lass 3, 4; Football 1, 2, 3, Captain 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Junior High Tournament 1, 2, 3, 4; Hi! Schooler 1; Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Track 3, 4; Junior Lieutenant of Cafeteria 3, Lieutenant 4; Monitor 3, 4; Junior Prom 3; Boys’ State 3; Junior Rotarian 4; President A. A. 4; Football Formal 4. Take a boy who is 5 feet 9 inches tall, with blond hair, blue eyes and broad shoulders. Add a nice smile and pleasing personality. Shake witli an outstanding ability to participate in any kind of sport, and you have Billy Reed. Billy has been one of our prize athletes ever since he was a fresh- man and we’re certainly going to miss him next year. His spare time is pretty well taken up with a certain senior girl. We’re all sure Billy will succeed in whatever field he chooses to enter. JANICE MAE RICHARDSON General Jan Here's the laughter that shook the rafter. Where's the rafter, by the uay? Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Softball 1, 2, 3, 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; All State Band 2, 3, 4; Play Nite 3, 4; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Glee Club 3, 4; Christmas Cantata 3, 4; Tennis 4; Senior Play 4; Junior High Tournament 4; Monitor 4. Once again the curtain is being raised to introduce another member of the class. Ix� ok at the smile, always there, plus witty remarks and noise. Whenever Janice is around, there’s sure to be lots of confusion. Especially when she gets together with Sheila. What a pair! Mention the Navy to Janice and----wait, Janice, we’ll let you go when we’re finished. Sports are her specialty. During Basketball season she was known as “Official Bench Warmer No. 10,” but that was just a blind. Just ask Jan to play a tune for you on the clarinet. Benny Goodman’s prodigy. She’s also a favorite history student of Mr. Peck. Aren’t you, Jan? Well, you can go now, but probably the battleship has sailed. GERALD PATRICK ROARKE General Jerry Be a little on your guard. Remember, he's an actor. Band 1; Glee Club 1, 2; Special Glee Club 3, 4; Junior Prom 3; Vermont Music Festival 3; Play Nite 4; Prize Play 4. Jerry! You mean the kid with the red hair and big grin? Sure I know him. Everyone does. What? You saw him in Springfield and Claremont? Well, that could be, but I’ve heard that he has settled down. No, I’m not sure where. Some little place outside of the town, rumors have it. They say he is going to join the fleet. The poor Navy will have to put high fences around all the ports as protection for the girls. You say you danced with him and you think he’s a very nice dancer? That’s what the girls in Brattle- boro say, too. Yes, I’m sure he’ll succeed in w hatever he does. MARJORIE MAE ROBINSON General Marge I don't believe there's no such ] erson. Glee Club 2, 3. If you see a girl going to school before eight o’clock in the morning, you know it’s Marge, because she’s never late. Marge is always in a hurry. Must be that she has to meet someone. Marge showed her basketball talent in the interclass games. Without her, the Seniors wouldn’t even have been runners-up. We'll all miss her next year. THE SAMPLER 20 RICHARD MELVIN ROWELL General Dick He was not merely a chip off the old blocks but the old block himself. Yc always need one strong, dark, silent fellow to complete a class picture, and Dick certainly fills the spot in our class. Although he seems shy to those who don’t know him, we think maybe that is a front to ward off those impend- ing dangers in the form of girls. Anyway, we hear Dick can play a game of cards that would do Ely Culbertson’s heart good. We wish him lots of luck in the future. ELEANOR MAVIS RUM RILL General Eleanor Just being happy is a fine thing to do. (ilee Club 2, S, 4; Home Ec Club 2. Eleanor is another of those quiet girls from the Missing Link. Judging from the time she spends in Bellows Falls, the little town does have its attrac- tions. Eleanor likes to cook and sew. We hear she is very capable at both. She has a long list of friends who will all miss her next year. WALLACE PETER RUSSELL General Wally He thinks too much, such men are dangerous. Basketball 1, 2, 8, 4; Vice President of Home Room 1; Baseball 2, 3, 4; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Football 8; Football Formal 4; Spotlight Club 4; Junior High Tournament 4; Student Advisory Board 4; Junior Rotarian 4. Now steps up the last, but never to be forgotten, member of that re- nowned Russell family. From whom did he inherit that inimitable charm? And how does he manage to resist the wildest attempts of the fairer sex to win his much desired attention? He gave some great performances on the basketball floor this season. Quite clever when it comes to book learning, too. Here’s to you, Russ. In your chosen field may you have the best of luck ami success. WALTER JOSEPH SCANLON General Wall He is a man of feie words but he keeps repeating them. Walt is a guy you can always depend on to help if you want anything done in a hurry. He seems to take many trips to Bratt, but they are strictly for business, so he says. We are inclined to wonder a little. Why so secretive, Walt? He is also one of the greatest debaters in our class, if you ever want to see Walt in full swing, just visit one of the Law classes. You’ll find everyone’s attention drawn to him. ELIZABETH ANN SLATTERY College Ann Why hurry—What's the use? Band 1, 2, 3; Hi!Schooler 1, 3; Basketball 2, Manager 3, 4; Softball 1, 2; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Football Formal 4; Cafeteria Cashier 3, 4; Librarian 4; Senior Play 4; Monitor 4; Senior Sampler 4. Ann is the girl who seems awful quiet around school but only to those who don’t know her very well. Keeping up the morale of the girls’ basketball team and being manager has kept her pretty busy. She is also pretty good in tumbling. What about it, Ann? Intelligence, easy manners, and a ready smile go to make a prize candidate for the nursing profession. No one will mind being sick when they have Ann to take care of them. THE SAMPLER 21 MARY LOU SLATTERY General Slats A Companion that is cheerful is worth gold. Basketball 2; Glee Club 2, 3; Cheerleader 3, 4; Monitor 4; Football For- mal 4. Now we will meet Mary i ou, the Charmer of the Class of’49. Brown hair, blue eyes, and a captivating smile describe her well. She is quite a morale builder for the athletic team with her peppy cheers and songs. Whenever it is party time, we find Slats in the midst of discussion. Having an ample supply of good humor is an asset to any social circle. With her many valuable traits, needless to say, she’ll be successful. FREDERICK KIMBALL SMITH General Freddie A pleasing smilet a helping hand, a thoughtful manner. Football 4. To most of us in school Freddie seems a very quiet person, but some of us know him better than that. We know him to be a swell kid, ready to help out wherever help is needed. As a rule you don't sec Freddie around much, which leads us to believe his interests are elsewhere. We put you on the top of our list, Freddie, for wonderful kids, and we know you’ll always stay there. LUCILLE ETTA STARK College Lucy People who make no noise are dangerous. Glee Club 2, 3, 4; French Play 3; Special Glee Club 4; Monitor 4; Christ- mas Play 4; Senior Play 4; Spotlight Club 4. Who is that girl driving the car with the gang of kids in it? You guessed it. It’s Lucille. How do you manage to get the car all the time, Lucy? Lucille has quite a way with the boys, especially one who is now in the Air Force. She is also one of the best altos in the Special Glee Club and Miss Bedell couldn’t have done without her. Neither could we. LENORE ELSIE STEBBINS College Cabby The silent girl is the best to listen to. Play Nite 2; The Happy Journey 3. The bright-eyed lass from Westminster. We don’t know where you were in our Freshman and Junior years, but we consider ourselves more than lucky that you showed up back at B. F. again this year to finish up with us. What would we do, when we do not get our assignments quite right, if we had no one like you to go to? We’d hate to think of the consequences. We’re not sure just what the future holds for you, but we can predict this much, that it will be bright and sunny. JOSEPH LYSTON STOCKWELL College Joe I can be pushed just so far. Junior Varsity Football 1, 2; Basketball 1; Baseball 2; Varsity Baseball 3, 4; Football 4; Junior High Tournament 4. All this fellow needs is a drawl to complete the picture of a slow Southern gentleman with one hand in the woman’s world. Joe’s first attempt at varsi- ty football proved an excellent addition to the squad. We also hear that lie swings a mean cue in billiards. Here’s the best to a wonderful sport who certainly benefits much from life with little effort. He proved he knew his stuff when he passed the N. R. O. T. C. tests this year. Joe plans to become an engineer and we all wish him the best of luck. THE SAMPLER HUGH WILLIAM SULLIVAN General Sully I agree with no man's opinion; I hare my own. Dark hair, blue eyes, an J a smile a mile wide describes Sully. If you hear a jolly laugh that’s probably Sully. He finds a way to make a joke out of everything. His future seems secure; he can always start a taxi service between Saxtons Hiver and Bellows Falls. He feels that, as long as he makes the trip as often as he does, he might as well get paid for it. Frankly we’d like to know what the freshman girls have that the seniors haven’t. JOHN JOSEPH SULLIVAN General Jackie He has heard the chimes ct midnight. We don’t see much of Jackie around school, since he always gets out early. That’s the luck of the Irish for you. Even if you weren’t here much, we are glad to have had you for u classmate. Best of luck to you in the future. MARIE ALICE TOUSSAINT C ommercial Tiro Cents So light of foot; so light of spirit. Cafeteria Bookkeeper 4; Sampler Typist 4. Marie is only 4' 11 but they say good things come in small packages. Being such a busy girl with the cafeteria bookkeeping, we don’t know how she ever finds time to do her homework. Although Marie never spends much time in town, she seems to have an interest in Drewsville. With that diamond on her left hand, we all know what her plans for the future are. Best of luck to a swell girl. BARBARA ANN VOSBURGH College Babs Because is a woman's reason. Basketball 1, 2. 3, 4; Softball 2, 8; Tennis 8, 4; Glee Club 1; Hi! Schooler 1, 2, Editor 8; French Play 3; Sock Dance 4; Roman Banquet 4; Office Assis- tant 4; Senior Sampler 4. Babs is the busiest girl in the senior class. She is always running around trying to get things done. Between getting the kids up to get their pictures taken, getting to her monitor post on time, and all the Senior Sampler work, she must be about ready to give up. Barb really did a swell job as editor of the Hi! Schooler and of the Senior Sampler, too. MARY STEPHINE WALKER General Mary There is mischief in this girl. Home Economics Club 1; Hi! Schooler 1; Softball 1, 2; Basketball 2; Cheerleader 3, 4; Junior Prom, 3; Senior Hop 8; Freshman Reception 4; Football Formal 4; Sock Dance 4; Junior High Tournament 4; Monitor 4; Senior Play 4; Business Manager Senior Sampler 4. The girl who always manages to find new ways to wear her clothes and one of the girls who cheered our team along. Mary always has a witty re- mark for any situation. During football season her garage became well known for its eats and entertainment. And what about those trips to Somerville1 Was it really your sister you went to see, Mary???? With your charm and share of talent we know you will be a success. THE SAMPLER ELEANOR JANE WALSH College El Flirtation without intention. Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Softball 1, 2y Manager 3, 4; Tennis 3; (ilee Club 1, 2, 4; Old Spanish Custom 1: Roman Banquet 2: Hi! Schooler 3, 4; Monitor 3, 4; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Freshman Reception 4; Sampler Board 4; Junior High Tournament 4; Senior Play 4; Special Glee Club 4; Football For- mal 4; Sock Dance 4; Spotlight Club 4; Librarian 4. Eleanor is another one of our girls who is rather quiet and unassuming. Ask her why she spends so much time down at the Opera House. She may say she goes down to talk to Mary Lou, but don’t let her fool you. Say, what’s his name, Eleanor, or would that be telling? Mrs. Jones will lose a good basketball guard when graduation takes Eleanor. Though she is small in stature, she contains all the good things that add up to a swell friend. Personality, charm, good looks, sparkling smile, and twinkling eyes. The nursing profession will be getting the best, when you arrive. OTIS OLIVER WILSON General Otic Little strokes fell big oaks. Junior Varsity Football 2, 3; Baseball 2 Track Team 3, 4; Football 4. Otis has helped Coach Hadley out for the last two years in track, and this year in football. He really helped the team along even though he was small. We don’t know what your plans for the future are, but we wish you the best of luck. _t_} WITH THE POETS rs BEHOLD THE MIGHTY HUNTER! There was a young punter (Of course I mean hunter) Who went through the deep woods one day He must have had luck As he brought home a buck And that by him was O. K.! JOAN DYMOND SNOW The snow is falling, falling fast It’s falling all around It looks like shiny crystals As it falls upon the ground MARY BALDASARO NO SCHOOL Spring has gone, Summer is here; Most of my friends will soon disappear. Some will be loafing, others working; I have a job which calls for no shirking Is it the money I need Or clothes, indeed? A person just couldn’t go around with nothing Since Adam and Eve died, we must wear something. PATTY HINDS ROOM XI Room 11 is a place Where each student goes to face The blackboard on which we see The entertainment that is to be. The wonders that colored chalk can do Are put there just for me and you To draw us to each school affair And make beknown the cost per pair. LUCILLE STARK He threw an eraser, to hit the teacher, Oh, joy! But threw it so wild, it failed to reach her. Oh, boy! He learned his lesson, though ’tis sad. Because the principal saw the lad, Eraser throwing made him mad! Wow! DONALD BROWN TALK The time we spend in cafeteria at lunch. When we gossip and giggle all in a bunch, Are the best twenty minutes of each day. We buzz on Chemistry and the latest on Kay. Sometimes we hardly get time to eat. But the tales we have just can’t be beat. Here’s to good old B. F. Right in the center of town Even if we do get F’s They never get us down. CHARLES LAW LOR I’ve given up courage. I’ve given up hope. But after all. I’m not Shakespeare or Pope. DON MORSE I thought and thought with all my might, A brilliant poem I tried to write. I was feeling sad; The result was bad; But now I’m done And� I am glad. MARION NTES SENIOR KNOCKS NAME ALIBI EXPRESSION AMBITION MARY BALD ASARO I just don't wanta Bless Us To be a teacher TERRY BELVILLE Forgot Gee Christmas Take Frank Leahey’s place PATRICIA BISSOXNETTK Can’t, my mother won’t let me Cripes To get a man PAUL BRANDON I’ve got to go to work Aye To have time to have leisure time ALBERT BRESLEND Was late to school Never can tell To go through High School DONALD BROWN Can’t find a way to get there Oh, for catssake Find a short cut to Rockingham NELSON BUSKEY Gotta go up to Marge’s Hi Johnny Marge DONALD CHESLEY Mother won’t let me Haven’t the time To be a flier JOHN COLLIER (iot to go home Let's get a game started To be an Admiral CAROLYN COWAN Gotta wait for Dennis Gee Whiz To be a private secretary for Dennis WILLIAM CROTTY Gotta date Great To be President of Harvard DENNIS DAMON I’ve gotta go to work Go to To keep up with Carolyn SHEILA DESNOYERS Got to rush; the train is late Well, I'll be switched To run a nursing home in Wallingfo Vermont IRENE DUFFY Can’t, Mrs. Jeffrey won’t let me Oh my Men and Millions JOAN DYMOND Bobby had to work Erf, Erf Get through college EDWARD FABIAN Can’t swing it; gotta work Who, me???.r To have his own Western Auto Store MARIE FRENETTE Couldn't sleep last night Why you little gazable Get out of Bellows Falls SHIRLEY GRAY With the girls Geez, ma Beez To be a nurse in Springfield, N't. LOUISE GROUT I have to go on the bus Oh my goodness Milk tester’s assistant PRENTISS HAINES Gotta work ?4Zn To graduate JUNE HALL Got to wash my hair Oh, Goody To go out eight nights a week ANN HARRIS Goin’ to clean the rumpus room Swell! To marry a college professor JANE HARTY PATRICIA HINDS MARION HOGAN HOLLY HOPEWELL JOAN JOHNSON MAURICE KELLY EDWARD KENNEY JEAN KINIRY PATRICIA KINIRY MARGARET LAMPHERE LOUIS LASONDE CHARLES LAWLOR GERALD LAWLOR FOSTER LEACH PAULINE LISA I MARTHA LOCKERBY ELIZABETH MAHONEY DONALD MERLING MARJORIE MERRIFIELD RUTH MOORE ALBERT MOREAU DONALD MORSE VIRGINIA MUZZEY MARION NIES BURTON NOWERS I’ll have to be home early or Ma will lock the door Sorry, I got my boy friends mixed Ma won’t let me VVaitin for the bus I had too much homework Can’t get the car Gotta go to work Torrey’s coming up Jimmie came down Had to stay after school I was tired Ciotta work Couldn’t get the car My father won’t let me take it I can’t I have to go on the bus Too much homework The old man had the car Mother said to be home early I didn’t have time Got too far to walk home Couldn’t get the car I didn’t have time Had to go down to Rita’s Got to shoot pool with Joe What’s up What am I going to do now Good grief A2+B2� ??? Don’t you know Can’t swing it Oh, shucks Censored 1 don’t know Cripes That’s your story That’s a warning Great Drop dead Bless us Oh goodness Ciol darn it What’s say we all go to Springfield Bless us Oh gosh Oh hang Watch out. I’ve got low shoes on Gee-zum crow Laugh? I thought I'd die Can’t see it To stay out of trouble To go steady just one night a week Partnership with Fletcher’s To go to an all boys’ college To be a nurse in men’s wards Play 1st base for the Boston Braves Play 1st bass in Spike Jones’ Orchestra To be Mrs.? in ’51 To be Mrs. James Harty To travel around the United Stales Teach History to Mr. Peck Own First National Have a good car Hun a harem To own every cottage at Spofford High School English Teacher To be a nurse To graduate To be wherever Nelson is To be competition for Tommy Dorsey To be a lawyer and win a case over Mr Olbrych To change her name to his To spend an evening at every night elu in New York To be a nurse Manager of State Theatre NAME LILLIAN PARKHURST HELEN PEARSON HELEN PRENDERGAST ELIZABETH PUTNAM WILLIAM REE1) JANICE RICHARDSON GERALD ROARKE MARJORIE ROBINSON RICHARD ROWELL ELEANOR RUMRILL WALLACE RUSSELL WALTER SCANLON ANN SLATTERY MARY SLATTERY FREDERICK SMITH LUCILLE STARK LENORE STEBBINS JOSEPH STOCKWELL HUGH SULLIVAN JOHN SULLIVAN MARIE TOUSSAINT BARBARA VOSBURGH MARY WALKER ELEANOR WALSH OTIS WILSON ALIBI Couldn’t pet down Have to go right home Got to take care of Nancy Marshall came down Got a date with Mary Lou I have to get the mail Sully couldu’t get the car I've got something else to do Couldn't make it today Can’t find time Home work calls I went to Brattleboro Gotta go to work I’ve got to wash my hair Was sleeping Can’t get the car I forget Going coon hunting Let my father take the car Out with Nancy Went over to Les’s last night Was down on Hapgood St. (iot to go to bed early Can’t; my father’d kill me Have to catch the bus EXPRESSION AMBITION Oli yeah To be a house wife Well Time will tell Beans Be in New York in ’51 Thought I’d scream To be a private secretary You can say that again Manager of Opera House Swill To join the navy • That’s the Irish in me To keep peace in Saxtons River Don’t be foolish To be a bookkeeper Like heck To be the best card player in B. F. Want to bet? To be an old maid Prove it To get along with girls I ain't fussy To be a Democratic president I don’t know To get a license Oh darn To be a Powers Model What are you doing here Be like Mr. Peck Ugh To make Cambridgcport the largest city in the world Holy cats To lose 50 pounds What’s the scoop To get a coon Drop dead To shorten the distance to Saxtons River Son of a gun To shorten the distance from B. F to Gageville Wanna bet To be Mrs. Lester Westcott For crumb sake To be the first woman president For crying out loud Lots of it Egads Pill peddler Nuts To get through school T HE S A M PEER 27 YE OLDE SENURE CLASSE CLASS NOTABLES Most Popular Boy...............................Nelson Buskey Most Popular Girl................Marjorie Merrifield Best looking Boy.................... Burton Nowers Best Looking Girl................Mary Lou Slattery Best Natured Boy...............................Nelson Buskey Best Natured Girl.............................Pauline Lisai Most Studious Boy.............................William Crotty Most Studious Girl.............................Louise Grout Best Dressed Boy......................Edward Fabian Best Dressed Girl..............................Joan Dvmond Class Crooner (Boy)...........................Donald Merling Class Crooner (Girl)...........................Marion Hogan Class Sheik..........................Maurice Kelly Best Athlete (Boy)...................William Heed Best Athlete (Girl)..............fanice Richardson Best Sport (Boy)......................Nelson Buskey Best Sport (Girl)....................Holly Hopewell Most Attractive...................................Ann Harris Laziest Girl.....................Janice Richardson Laziest Boy......................Joseph Stockwell Class Night Hawk.................John Ed Collier Girl with the Biggest Drag.......Marjorie Merrifield Boy with the Biggest Drag......................Donald Brown Most Talkative Girl..............Sheila Desnoyers Most Talkative Boy....................Foster Leach Wittiest Bov.........................Maurice Kelly Wittiest Girl............................Ann Harris Smartest Girl.........................Louise Grout Smartest Boy..........................Donah! Brown Best Actor...........................Terry Bel ville Best Actress............................June Hall Class Poet.......................Janice Richardson Class Artist..........................Louise Grout Best Dancer (Girl)............................Shirley Gray Best Dancer (Boy)....................Maurice Kelly Politest Boy..........................Paul Brandon Politest Girl....................Lcnorc Stebbins Most Modest Boy......................Wallace Russell Most Modest Girl....................Martha Lockerby SONGS Joseph Stockwell “When I’m Not Near the Girl I Love, I Love the Girl I’m Near” Robert Fabian—“All the Things You Are” Burton Nowers— Let’s Misbehave Holly Hopewell—“Someday 1 Know” Jane Harty—“I Have To Dp It the Hard Way Patty Hinds—“How Many Hearts Have You Broken?” Pat Bissonnette—“Two Sparkling Eyes” Irene Duffy “I Don’t Think I’ll Fall In Love Today Eddie Kenney—“They’re All My Type Carolyn Cowan—“He’s My Guy’ m Donald Morse—“I Love You So Much It Hurts Me Marion Hogan—“ Don’t Fence Me In” Donald Merling—“Mississippi Mud” Marie Toussaint “After Graduation Day Wallace Russell—“They Say It’s Wonderful” Janice Richardson—“Find Me a Primitive Man Betty Putnam—“Why Does It Get So Late So Early Shirley Gray— Where Is the Man of My Dreams” Sheila Desnoyers—“I’ve Got Somebody Waiting” Louis Lasondc—“There’s More To a Kiss Than the Sound” Paul Brandon—“Who Cares” Joan Dvmond—“You and I” Billy Crotty- “You’d Be Surprised” Maurice Kelly “ Mother Never Told Me It Was Anything Like This” Joan Johnson—“I’ve Got My Love To Keep Me Warm ” Lucille Stark—“Always True To You, Darling, In My Fashion” Mary Walker “Who’s That Knocking At My Door?” Jean Kiniry—“Girls Were Made To Take Care of Boys” Eleanor Walsh “Open the Door, Richard” Mary Lou Slattery “He’s Just My Bill Hugh Sullivan “It’s Been a Eong Long Time June Hall—“Someone To Watch Over Me” Nelson Buskey—“ Margie” Billy Reed—“There’s a Chapter In My Life Called Mary” Marjorie Merrifield—“Sonny Boy” Ann Harris—“Somebody’s Coming To My House” Pat Kiniry—“Put Your Arms Around Me, Honey” Helen Pearson—“A Little Bird Told Me” Barbara Vosburgh—“Somehow It Seldom Comes True” Terry Belville—“Pretty Polly” Albert Bresland—“Drifting Along With the Tide” Donald Brown—“They Didn’t Believe Me” John Ed Collier—“Every Day is Lady’s Day With Me” or “I Love To Go Swimmin With Wimmin” Margaret Lamphere- “Time Waits For No One” Polly Lisai—“S’wonderful,” or “I Ix ve a Piano” Elizabeth Mahoney—“At Peace With the World” Richard Rowell— Deck of Cards” Jack Sullivan—“My Walking Stick” CLASS INVENTORY For a color we have.....BROWN also GRAY a vehicle we have.....BUS(KEY) a magazine we have....COLLIER(’S) an animal we have.....COW(AN) a jewel we have..........DYMOND a dance floor we have.HALL water we have.........(HOPE)WELL a light we have.......LAMP(HERE) criminals we have.....LAW(LOR) an insect we have.....LEACH a door we have........LOCK(ERBY) amusements we have....PARK(HURST) a bird we have........ROBIN(SON) a noisemaker we have..BEL(VILLE) a baby we have........WALKER breakfast we have.....BRAN(DON) a tavern we have......DUFFY a hand lotion we have.HINDS a code we have........MORSE a magician we have....MERLIN(G) tennis we have........(FRE)NET(TE) a drink we have.......RUM(RILL) a town we have........(VOS)Bt RGH a truck we have.......(SI LLI)VAN 3n jflpmortam jWargatet ©onofrte 1932 . 1947 CLASS HISTORY 30 T HE S A M P L E R Every year the students of Bellows Kalis High School are called upon to study a history, either American or World. We the Seniors of ’49, have decided that there is one history on which you are not well informed . . . our wonderful class history. I can’t possibly tell you all the memorable things that have happened to us, but I can mention a few. In the fall of 1945, one hundred and five students were enrolled in the Freshman class, and what a class it was! The wide-eyed kids from North Walpole got lost in the building which is now as familiar as home. That year our class really learned a lot of things. When Polly l.isai had to recite a long, dull poem in home room, she learned never to chew gum more than four times in front of Mr. Olbrych. Terry Belville learned a lot about girls, and he’s led a gay life ever since. Oh yes, Terry won the award for best actor that year. We always knew he could put on a swell act. Nelson Buskey acquired a new girl friend, Marge Merrifield. Everyone wondered how long it would last, but they’re still going strong. By the way, in our Freshman year. Nelson had a seat near the door in Room 25. He had it this year, too, and he told me he was glad at times, because he didn’t have so far to walk. Donny Brown learned the secret of getting all A’s when we were Freshmen, and he has had them ever since. Along came Class Day, 1946, and now we were the Sophomores, and could afford to look down upon those lowly Freshmen. That year our class members ex- celled in everything. We had good actors and ac- tresses, lots of singers. Billy Reed, Terry Belville, Burtie Nowers, Donny Merlin, Wally Russell, Billy Crotty, Donny Morse, Fred Smith, and Otis Wilson helped represent the class in football and basketball. The girls did well, too, in basketball, and I am sure that Mrs. Jones could never have managed without Shirley Gray, Sheila Desnoyers Marge Merrifield, Barbara Vosburgh, Janice Richardson, and Eleanor Walsh. In the spring, however, we were all shocked by the loss of a swell classmate, Margie Donafree. When she died, everyone lost a good friend. Then it was the fall of 1947 and the new Junior class was the peppiest one the B. F. teachers ever knew. In fact, our class gave those teachers more gray hairs than any other class in the entire history of B. F. High. Ah me! Those were the good old days. Remember all those trips Jerry Roarke and “ Moc” Kelly made up to Claremont every Saturday night? Some kids wondered what the attraction was. “A girl in every town,” was their motto and they certainly lived up to it. Do you remember the French Play last year, and the ‘‘Three Pigs?” Of course you do. Janice Richardson was a big success as the wolf. Poor Janice, she was such a success she couldn’t get over it, and she’s been playing the part of the wolf ever since. A survey was taken in North Walpole to see which branch of the service people preferred, and for some strange reason, Helen Pendergast voted on the Navy. At last we were Seniors. What a thrill! This was the best year of all. During the four years our members dwindled to seventy-two, but they have taken part in every activity. Play Nite was a big success, as the Seniors took most of the leading parts. June Hall won the award for best actress. This year's Senior Play was one of the best ever put on. But, you can take it from me, it was a lot of work. We were all glad that M iss Brown avoided having a nervous breakdown before the play was over. During our high school career, we put on some of the best dances B. F. ever knew. In our Freshman year, the Tea Dance; Sophomore, The Hobo Dance; Junior, the Junior Prom aud the Senior Hop; and this year, the Football Formal. Members from our class attended the Music Festivals in Burlington and some were chosen to represent the school at the New England Festivals. In the band and orchestra. Rut hie Moore and Donny Brown with their singing Trombones were outstanding. Foster Leach and his magic Trumpet always stand out in a crowd. Of course, this isn’t entirely due to the fact that Foster is about two feet taller than anyone else in the school. This year Patty Hinds learned to make up her mind. Of course, it took her some time, but she finally man- aged. Dennis Damon and Carolyn Cowan celebrated their fourth anniversary. Carolyn tells me that they spent four years trying to decide whether or not to go steady. At last they reached their decision. By the way, the best dressed boy and the best dressed girl have kept company for over t wo years. Coincident ? The monitor system worked very smoothly this year, headed by Captain Charles Lawlor. But I’m sure we’ll always remember the night the closing report stated “C. Lawlor—fifteen minutes.” Who ever thought that Joan Dymond would give Charley a warning? Well, she «lid, and he stayed after. Our class never had much difficulty with the teachers. During the four years we’ve been here, actually twelve stalwart ones have remained through. You can see from these amazing statistics that we must have been a very cooperative class. We were. Some of the teachers left after teaching here for only one year or less, but that wasn’t our fault. They just couldn’t stand the other classes. Alas! It’s now June 14th, and it’s our Class Day. Soon we shall graduate, with unforgettable memories both happy and sad. The four years passed swiftly, and now, at last, we are ready for our next step. Many of us will go on to school, but I’in sure we’ll still re- member B. F., and I’m even more sure that Bellows Falls High will never forger the Class of ’49. MARION HOGAN CLASS WILL We, the class of 1949, of the town of Bellows Falls, the county of Windham, and the Htate of Vermont, being of as sound and disposing mind and memory, as can be expected from this class, and considering the uncertainty of our future life, are desirous of settling our wor'dly affairs while we have strength and capacity to do so. Therefore we publish and declare this to be our last will and testament, hereby revoking all other wills by us made. hirst: It is our «lesire that the Juniors receive our seats in the Assembly Hall and in Room 11, which, incidently, are the best in the building. T � them, also, we shall leave two books entitled, “How to get along with Teachers” and Rules and Regulations Pertaining to Planning a Class Banquet.” Second: We direct that our patience be given to the Sophomores as they will find that the exercise of it will be the only way to endure the Juniors. Third: To the young and unsophisticated Fresh- man, we leave our examination papers in history, as it is so often told that history repeats itself. We are sorry, though, that we cannot leave the answers, as we have never thoroughly acquired them. Fourth: We shall not forget the Junior High, as is so often the case. We leave them with the hope that they will obtain our dignity, poise and our love for school. T II E S A M P L E R 31 Fifth: Though the following may he only trifling bequests, we hope you will accept them as they are meant to be given, and use them to your utmost ability. Joan Dymond just leaves; that is, as long as Hobby leaves too. Janice Richardson passes on all her jokes to any Junior who believes he can tell them as well as Jan did. Ann Harris bequeaths her antics to any one who is good enough lo try to duplicate them. Polly Lisai leaves her nineteen inch waist line to any girl who likes that stream-line look. Don Brown bequeaths his ability to manage a heavy romance and be Valedictorian of the class at the same time to none other than—Rae Hall. Wally Russell leaves his bashfulness, which does attract the girls, to Carlton Roby. Put it to work, Roby! Mary Baldasaro leaves her height to John Hayes. John Collier bequeaths his driver’s license to Snuffy Short. Snuffy couldn’t be any worse than John Ed! Sheila Desnoyers leaves! She fervently hopes the faculty of B. F. H. S. never again will be cursed with anyone else as bad as she. Nelson Huskey gladly turns over his position as class president to any Junior who wants, next year, a never ceasing headache. Marion Hogan leaves her ability to keep the kids in stitches to Porky Raymond. Irene Duffy bequeaths a package of gum to all her teachers in the hope that they enjoy it as much as she did. Marjorie Merrifield gives the honor of I). A. R. girl to her sister Judy. To keep up the family tradition of course. Betty Putnam bequeaths her quiet ways to Shirley Hodgkins. Hugh Sullivan presents his car to any Junior boy who would like to make frequent trips to Saxtons River. Shirley Cray bequeaths to Jane Slack her basketball ability to play with Jane Hopewell. Good luck, kid. Gerald Roarke is sorry but can’t possibly leave anything. Everything he’s got he feels he needs him- self. Helen Pearson bequeaths her shyness to Beatie Reed. Jane Harty offers her flirtatious habits to Marguerite Perry. Best wishes, Marg. Paul Brandon bequeaths his ability to look intelli- gent to Jack Mellish. Pat Hinds leaves Hugh with the hopes that he can take care of himself in the coming fourth year. Lucii e Stark leaves her car to any girl who wants to make a quick snag with the opposite sex. Moe Kelly bequeaths his little black book of addresses to Hank Denno. Don’t lose it. Hank!! Burton Mowers leaves to any boy who wishes to read it a book entitled, “How to Get Along With Girls, in Ten Easy Lessons.” Helen Prendergast, Jean Kiniry and Patty Kiniry bequeath to Mayna Lloyd their ability to be late for school. Foster I each leaves the smoking chemistry lab and Mr. Davis to any adventurous chem student, for what- ever purpose he sees fit to use it next year. Carolyn Cowan bequeaths her typewriter to Angela (’apron so that Angie can have the job of cutting sten- cils next year. Barbara Vosburgh leaves a box of anacin to next year’s Sampler editor, knowing that he will acquire many headaches in getting the material together. Louise Grout bequeaths her artistic ability to Lois Freihofer. Keep up the good work, Lois! Lcnore Stebbins presents at least fifty of her pounds to Evelyn Chisamore. June Hall leaves Sunny Williams to Sally Wentworth. Donald Merling leaves his ninth hour engagements to Paul Emerson and hopes that Paul has as much fun there as he did. To Kitty Diskin, Mary Walker leaves a motor scooter so that Kitty can keep all her out-of-town dates. To Mr. Holland and all the teachers we leave our deepest appreciation for putting up with us in these last four years. And lastly, all the rest, residue and remainder of our personal belongings we give to the student body of Bellows Falls High School, to share and share alike. In Witness thereof, we have hereto subscribed our names and affixed our seal, this day of June 14, in the year of our Lord, one thousand nine hundred and forty-nine. MARIE TOUSSAINT CLASS PROPHECY Dear Diary, Yesterday 1 decided to visit the town of my high school days. I left Paul to drill ten more oil wells and to run the ranch and flew back to Bellows Falls. Since I hadn’t visited the old place for about twenty years, I was very anxious to see what tricks Time had played on my old classmates. Well, upon landing at the airport, I was amazed to find the whole landing strip and field so large that it was almost as big as Laguardia Field was in our days at school. This was but the first of my many surprises for the town had grown to be the size of Chicago, and, to my amazement, I found that the growth of Bellows Falls was due to the efforts and work of a lot of the class of ’49. As I got off the plane I saw that the name of the air- port was “Damon’s Dandy Demons Driving Airport.” And I immediately recognized the face that peered out of the control tower, directing the planes into land, to be that of Carolyn Cowan. I later found out that she had been engaged to Damon for almost twenty years but that as yet, he hadn’t gotten up courage to marry her. While 1 was waiting for trans- portation to the city I saw a plane—one of the new jobs with atomic power—land at about 800 miles per hour and behind the wheel I recognized Shirley Gray. Out of the plane jumped a wild looking figure, carrying two children. The hair caught my attention at first and then 1 knew. I rushed over to Sheila and asked her if she needed any help. She didn’t recognize me, but yelled that Ramie was waiting for his supper and she had to hurry. As I walked down the streets of the city, I saw the many towering buildings, the collection of large stores, the apartment houses, the hotels and subways that make up a thriving metropolis. One sign which par- ticularly held my attention read, ‘‘More Muscles With Morse.” This turned out to be a boxers’ training course run by Don Morse, with Terry Belvillc as his right hand trainer and bouncer. In the back was Patty Hinds, who stood as a beacon to attend to the misused fighters. At my hotel I found that the hotel concession in the city was run by Albert Breslend, who also had many of the town’s millions. From my window I saw a sign across the street which read, ‘‘Richardson’s Re- turn ’Em Alive Agency.’’ Upon inquiry I found that my old classmate ran this lost persons bureau for find- ing anyone and anything, but preferably men. She had a couple other women from my class helping her. Eleanor Walsh and Ann Slattery were out on a case at the time, trying to find a missing person, Eddie Kenney, who just happened to be Janice's husband. 3£ T II E S A M P L E R At dinner that noon I hud very good entertainment— Marion Hogan and Pat Kiniry were in the spotlight singing their best loved song, “Carry l’s Hack to Old North Walpole.” I called them over to my table and for an hour and a half I heard more news about the city from Marion, who always was one to talk. It had been a great disappointment to them that North Walpole had been made part of downtown Bellows Falls during the years that the city had grown so big. They were planning a North Walpole Suffrage Act to try and get this progressive town back on the map. One of the latest happenings in the city was the for- tune made by Cheslcy, Scanlon and Smith, who had invented a new garbage disposal called the Scanlon Scatterall Garbage. The three men had made millions, but I heard that they were quarreling about how to distribute the money. They said that Chesley insisted on spending his money at Rowell’s Ritzy Ditzy Casino and, although Marion Nies, his wife, was trying hard to stop him, the gambling bug had bitten her too. Richard's new book, “Rowell’s Rules for Card Games,” was dedicated to his wife, Mary Walker. They also told me of the Merling Construction Company which had for a motto “ Roadways to the Wildest and Woolicst Cities of America.” One of the first projects which he had completed was a super four-lane highway to Springfield, which he frequented most of the time. One of the well known figureheads, they informed me, was Burtie Nowers who now ran “Droopy Drips Drink Here, where the famous “Burt’s Better Brew was always served in style. It was the meeting place for many distinguished groups. The charming hostess Mrs. Nowers, was the former Lucille Stark who, from what I heard, kept the place—and Burt—running in the highest fashion. After this charming interlude, I decided to walk over to the taxi station and ride out to the outskirts of the city to see the new developments. In my wanderings I noticed that there didn’t seem to be any farmers around the place, as in the old days, on Satur- day nights. And then, low and behold, what should I see coming down the street but two tremendous looking men in large plaid shirts, with long beards, one black and one red. They looked so out of place that I stopped a passer-by to see whether she could give me any information about these two men. The woman I spoke to said, “Oh yes, those are the two famous Fabian Brothers, the biggest game and fish hunters in the world. I recognized the name the minute she uttered it. I asked who the man in the red beard was and she said, in surprise, “Don’t you know? That is Joseph Stockwell.” She went on to tell me that they had come back from Africa with a lot of big game, dead and alive, and that they were now taking a vaca- tion from their work at the Museum of Natural His- tory in Bellows Falls to hunt small game in the state of Vermont. They lived like recluses in a large log cabin at Warren’s Lake. A Miss Joan Dymond kept house for the two men and also tried to keep them from getting too wrapped up in their work. It got so bad at times that, when the two men came home from a day of either hunting or fishing in the woods and Joan asked them what they wanted for supper. Bob would say, “Fish, deer,” and Joe would replv, “Holy Mackerel.” I started on, not bothering to speak to these old classmates, for they looked so fearful, and I taxied to the outskirts of the city where I had heard that Holly Hopewell and Bing Haines, now Mr. and Mrs. ran a large farm which was the outstanding food supply for the city. I stopped and talked to Bing and Holly, and saw their farm. I found it most interesting to watch the 150 cows being machine milked. We re- collected old school days. During our talk they re- membered that the most important figure of the town was giving a dinner party that night and they called to tell him that I was in town. Although I could re- member Mr. Buskey very well, he couldn’t remember me. I'pon arriving at Mayor Huskey’s penthouse, I was greeted by his secretary, Marjorie Merrifield. I was later amazed to learn that lie had not married Marjorie, but her sister. Marge still kept Nelson and his busi- ness straight, although she must have slipped up somewhere. Among the guests present that I knew, was Miss Jane Ilarty now a well known writer on “Correct Etiquette, for Young Ladies. She still seemed as young and correct as ever. Two noted scientists were there, Foster Leach and Donald Brown. Leach, after twenty years of research, had invented a car guaranteed to stay on the road, and, if I remember correctly, he needed one. Donald Brown, now un- questionably my brother-in-law, had invented a robot to do all types of manual labor so that he could now concentrate on mental problems. Across the room I could see three distinguished people whom I found to be Pauline Lisai, Ann Harris and (ierald Roarke. (Jerald was now the outstanding Irish tenor of the day. With Pauline charmingly accompanying him, lie sang the tender Irish ballad, “I’ll Take You Home Again, Pauline. As he sang, Ann told me that it was rumored that they were seriously thinking. Ann and Polly now ran the Carteret Hotel located in the middle of Spofford Lake. Al- though Ann, too, was still unmarried someone later told me that she entertained all the charming gentle- men of the time at the hotel. One was the noted law- yer, William Crotty, who handled all divorce cases now. They say many of his clients of the past had been mysterious dark ladies. When the solo was over, I turned to see a very nice looking couple next to me. It was Mr. and Mrs. William Reed. Mr. Reed now owned a chain of famous theatres across the country, and his wife still handled all the candy business for him. A very professorish looking man came over to me and intro- ducet! himself as Wallace Russell, professor of history and founder of the esteemed and distinguished B. F. B. Club, or the Bellows Falls Bachelors’ Club, and with him was a scantily dressed man who looked terribly much like Tarzan of the movies. Then, when I saw the monkey, I knew it was the newest Tarzan, Charles Lawlor. He also carried a parrot on his shoulder, which kept repeating, “See Charles Lawlor, see Charles Lawlor.” The monkey ran over the room to a group of laughing people and brought over to me a large man, who was introduced as “The New and Better Arthur Godfrey.” He was doing Godfrey one better by playing the zither instead of the ukulele. John Kd (’oilier had certainly gotten ahead. Wally told me that, when John was in town for the City Meetings, he still insisted on talking until things went his way. Well, the evening drew to a close. I said my good- byes and went back to the hotel. When the bellhop brought up my hot milk, he looked so familiar that I asked his name. He told me it was Percival Kelly and that his father ran the large drug store concession called, “Kelly’s Cute Drugs.” Moe had also made his fortune, but, since Maurice had made his mint, he was now making his son find out the ways of the cruel world. When I finally fell asleep, it was with a swirling brain and muddled thoughts of all the development I had seen. I was anxious to get back to Texas and tell Paul all the news. JINK HALL T II E S A M P L E R 33 MORE POETS There was a pianist named June, Who could play quite a gay little tune. She could finger the keys, With the greatest of ease. And even play sweet “Claire I)e Lune POSTER LEACH Canary birds feed on sugar or seed. Parrots have crackers to crunch; And, as for the poodles, they tell me they've oodles Of chicken and cream for their lunch. PAUL BRANDON Of all of the courses I’ve taken, I never have been quite so shaken. As when smelling the stink. That surrounds the lab sink. When it’s hydrogen sulfide we're makin’! DONALD BROWN SPRING The pupils open windows wide Put all their pens and books aside And even the teachers seem to stray. From the subjects of the day. IRENE DUFFY Roses are red Violets are blue School’s all over Now what do I do. MOE KELLY 'Phe chemistry lab is a wonderful place To try out a new suit of clothes. Mix water and acid—if spattering’s the case, You’ll come out how? Who knows. PAUL BRANDON One bright spot before my eyes, That’s where all my comforts lie. With revolutions, civil wars, Bismnrk, Tally rand, Cavour, All these agonies sccin to die With one long look at Mr. Peck’s tie. ANN HARRIS We hate to leave B. F. II. S. And we are sad at going. We hope the class Which takes our place Will make a better showing. A. MOREAU I’m not like Shelley. I’m not like Keats. I can’t perform Their miraculous feats. I can’t write poetry; I don’t know how. As you’ve probably guessed From reading this now!!!! JUNE HALL There once was a fellow named Hugh, Who to Patty tried to be true. And when she got mad. He would be very sad. Yes, Hugh would be feeling quite blue. FOSTER LEACH Mary had a little lamb And Joseph had a coat; But what I write, I’m sure you’ll sec. Cannot be called great poetry. PAUL BRANDON Test tubes, beakers, Sulfuric acid Keep the lab From being placid! JUNE HALL In nineteen hundred forty-nine 'Fhe teachers were all feeling fine To think that after four hard years They were through with those senior dears. I love to sit in the chemistry lab. And mix that, and then pour some of this in. No more do I sit, no more is the lab. For the mixture contained nitroglycerine! DONALD BROWN Byron, Keats and Shelley, all Would be disturbed to see the fall Of literature, to such a degree. That the English teacher depends on me To supplement the bards of vorc. To fill the Sampler’s meager store. DONALD BROWN Classes may come. Classes may go. But the year 1949 Is one everyone’ll know. The seniors were all feeling sad To think of all the fun they’d had And how they were going to miss These years of joy and happiness. ELEANOR WALSH Polly’s cheerful, Polly’s gay, Polly’s always in the way. There she goes. Turned up nose, Terry. Burtie. running close. NN HARRIS Watch the liquid turn bright blue. Symbols, lights reflect on you. Hold that test tube, watch that flame. Or else the purple gas may aim at Johnny Jones or Susie Q. Or maybe those spots will be on you. A. MOREAU ANN HARRIS . O' . . Oi . - ■ •„••• ■ •• . ■ V , • v -■ ; V.O ;. •) •• 4 • 1950 1951 T II E S A M P L E R 37 JUNIOR CLASS Always on top in school activities and always ready to support their school, is the (’lass of ’50. Ably led by the following people, we can expect only the best: Paul Crotty—President Carleton Roby—Vice President Joan King -Secretary Beatrice Reed—Treasurer Faculty Advisors—Catherine A. Wilcox, Virginia M. Brown They are also well represented in the S. A. B. by Shirley Hodgkins, Rachael Mathers Rac Hall, and Albert Dagnoli. In many ways the Junior Class has shown real ability along the lines of entertainment. Early in the year they had one informal «lance at which the Swing Band made its first appearance. This helped the dance to be a success. Then came the Junior Prom. At present plans are well under way for the Senior Hop. In sports the Juniors stand out in every field. Both the boys’ and girls’ teams can rely on their athletes. Paul Crotty was elected to the All-State Football Team and also the All-Tournament Team in the Northern Basketball Tournament. Both he and Anthony Jurkoic were among the high scorers in basketball in Vermont. Other boys to help Mr. Hadley on his teams were A. Dagnoli, J. Dailey, W. («rout, M. Streeter, P. Hammond, M. Karnacewicz, L. Benson, P. Shaughncssv, J. Haves, E. Short, P. Emerson, ( . Roby and J. Melfish. James Whitcomb acted as manager of the football and basketball teams. Those who played for the girls’ teams were 11. Hall, P. Hammond, S. Wentworth, J. King, J. Mack,C. Beals, T. Snarski, E. Chisamorc, and R. Szuch. Betty Bolles was assistant manager of the basketball team. The talent of the class is not confined to athletics; it is diversified. Among the ouslanding singers are Rachael Mathers, Eugene Short and Robert Lyndc. Carleton Roby, Mayna Lloyd, James Whitcomb, Donald Reed and John Hayes have been prominent in dramatics. , , c The annual Junior Prom which showed the finesse of the Junior artists, might well be called one of the best dances of the year. This year every thing went o 1 smoothly and a good time was had by all who attended. With such prospects, the class of 1950 is bound for success. SOPHOMORE ( LASS The Sophomore class, headed up by the following officers, has shown its ability to cope with all situations: President—James Harty Vice President William O’Conner Secretary— Marv Ellen Slobodnjak Treasurer Claire Baldasaro Faculty Advisors Emma Andrea, Stanley A. Witt, (ierald J. McCarthy, Harry O. Pearson The S. A. B. representatives arc Eugene hountaine and Frannie Lorange. In November the Sophomores launched their hrst project of the year, a “Country Fair,” right in our gym. Refreshments and entertainment amused us and the whole party was a rollicking success. Eater on in the year the Sophomores held a drive for clothing to send over to the needy children in Europe. A large amount was collected and turned in to be shipped abroad. During some of the home room meetings, speakers on vocations advised the boys and girls as to the requirements and opportunities in «Efferent fields. This interesting advice was greatly appreciate� ! by the students. . The Sophomores took a large part in extracurricular in the school. George McMennamin, Richard Halhulay, Eugene Fontaine, Al Bousquet, Ray Auinand, Jane Hopewell, Regina Rushton and Ann Hawks excelle«l in sports. As for dramatics, there are many who show remarkable ability. Among them are: Marg Crotty, C.oorge McMennamin, Eugene Fontaine, Joyce Wheel- er, Regina Rushton, and Dottie Ann O’Connor. These able Sophomores are sure to be successful Juniors next year, as they have so many leaders in all the fields of school life. THE FRESHMAN CLASS The Freshman class got off to a good start this year by electing these competent officers: President Robert Parks Vice Presi lent—Helen Hollar Treasurer—Thomas Curtin Secretary Joanne May Faculty Advisors—Sylvia M. Corliss, Eliza- beth II. Hunt. Mary E Hagan, Walter J. Olbrych Their representatives to the S. A. B. are Jane Stickney and Elizabeth Longueil. Soon after school got in full swing, the Seniors put on a Freshman Reception, which introduced them to each other as well as the rest of the school. After a game of truth or consequences, the latter, incidentally, being very entertaining, the girls shoes were put in the center of the Hoor and anxious young men seized a shoe, found its owner, and started off the dance. We sincerely hope that each and every Freshman went home that night feeling very much “one of us.’’ The Freshmen have put on two successful dances this year. The Christmas Party came first; the Swing Band was intnxluced at this dance. The Superstition Dance fell on Friday, May 13, an«l all the black cats attended. The gym was decorated very fittingly with a big Maypole in the middle of the floor with streamers suspcn«lc«l to all parts of the room. Gay colored ladders were put over all the entrances and superstitious people entered hesitantly. When the big balloon was broken and everyone had caught a number, the number 7 s won silver horseshoes and the number 18’s had to cleanup the mess. For one of the Freshman class meetings, a Talent Show was put on. Each home room entered three numbers, or contestants, and the class supervisors chose the winners. Room 24 took the honors for putting on the following program: 1. Buttons and Bows Virginia Dowlin Virginia Donzcllo Shirley Dubuque 2. Imitations Roy Falby 3. Piano Duets Jackie Johnson Helen Hollar The most promising athletes of this class are Donnie Angell, Stanley Burrows, James Perkins, Bobby Parks, Jane Stickney, an«l Helen Hollar. Both the boys an«l girls had Freshman Basketball teams this year. These Freshmen have already shown ability an«! leadership in every fiehl and we’re sure they will be just as successful in the next three years. JUNIOR HIGH Seventh Grade Preshlent Paul Clarey Vice President—Charles Quinn Secretary—Joan Behlen Treasurer—Robert Trombley S. A. B. Representatives— Richard Whitcomb Peggy Jeannotte Faculty Advisors—Ann M. Hennessey, James M. Curran Eighth Grade S. A. B. Representatives—Robert Ross Bruce Stewart Faculty Advisors—Roxie J. Talbert, Thelma M. Quinn This year as has been the policy of the school the Jr. High School has been run independently, with their own clubs and assemblies every Monday morning. I hese assemblies have been both intellectual and entertaining. More anti «Efferent sports have been brought to light in the Jr. High this year. Basketball and baseball are the two main sports, but volleyball and soccor are plave ! among the two gratlcs. (Ccnlinued cn page 5J) 1952 1953 1954 SCIENCE CLUB TWO BV TWO T II E S A M V L E H 43 STCDENT ADVISORY HOARD As is llie custom, «luring class elections in the fall the representatives to the Student Advisory Hoard were elected. The members of the S. A. B. this year are: Senior. Donah! Hrown, Dennis Damon, Patricia Hinds. Holly Hopewell, Horton Nowcrs, Wallace Russell. Juniors Albert Dagnoli, Rac Hall, Shirley. Hodgkins, Rachael Mathers. Sophomores -Eugene Fontaine, Frances I ..orange. Freshmen- -Elizabeth Longuicl, Jane Stickney. Junior High—Robert Ross, Bruce Stewart, Margaret Jeanotte, Richard Whitcomb. At the first meeting, Mr. Witt, faculty advisor of the S. A. B., presided until the election of officers was held. The officers are as follows: Chairman—Donald Hrown Vice Chairman—Burton Mowers Secret ary-Treasurer— Pa t ricia Hinds FacuUy Advisor Stanley A. Witt The Hoard has carried out a great many worthwhile projects this year. Early in the year, various com- mittees were appointed by the chairman. The as- sembly committee has provided a great many enjoyable and well-received programs and has contracted several assemblies for next year. Cokes were sold by members of the S. A. 15. at all home games this year. As the money was not used to feed the visiting teams this year, it was decided to contribute a substantial sum towards the purchase of the wire recorder, which is to improve the quality of speech, vocal and instrumental music and also for the recording of radio programs for class study. The hand book, which has been a project of the Hoard for several years, has reached the printers and should be ready for use next year. A committee under the able leadership of Holly Hopewell has investigated the question of class elections with the purpose of developing a uniform method of elections. This is now’ before the Hoard for consideration. The Student Advisory Board is a useful and out- standing organization and is one of the best examples of student government of the school. MONITOR SYSTEM This year the Monitor System has been as active as ever. I’nder the supervision of Miss Santamaria and the leadership of Captain Charles Lawlor. Lieutenants Holly Hopewell and Dennis Damon, this system continues to be the main force in the school. Patty Hinds was the secretary. Hilly Reed was Cafeteria Lieutenant, with James Whitcomb as his assistant. Monitors of the year 11)48-1910 Mary Baldasaro, Terry Bel ville, Patricia Bissonnette, Donald Brown, Carolyn Cowan, William Crotty, Dennis Damon, Edward Dion. Joan Dymond, Hugh Gragen, Louise Grout, June Hall, Ann Harris, Jane Hartv, Marion Hogan, Holly Hopewell. Edward Kenney, Joan King, Charles Law lor, Pauline Lisai. Elizabeth Mahoney, Rachael Mathers, Marjorie Merrifield, Ruth Moore, Burton Mowers, Elizabeth Putnam, William Reed. Janice Richardson, Carlcton Roby, Ann Slattery, Mary Slattery, Lucille Stark, Marie Toussaint, Barbara Yosburgh, Mary Walker, Eleanor Walsh, and James Whitcomb. LIBRARIANS This year the librarians were headed by Pat Hinds, with Eleanor Walsh as assistant. Before school started, Pat and Eleanor were up at school for a few days cleaning up the library and arranging the books so that they would be easier to find. Other librarians who helped out this year include Ann Slattery, Jane Barber, Martha Lockerby, Luci le Stark, Margaret Lamphere, Shirley Gray, Kitty Diskin, Janice Richardson, Sheila Desnoyers, Jane Harty, and Ginnie Muzzey. HI! SCHOOLER This year’s Hi! Schooler has shown improvement over the papers of former years. It contains more special features, it is striving for complete news coverage and its art work has gained in attractiveness and general appeal. Not being a commercially printed paper, it sometimes is not completely legible, but, at present, it is considered inadvisable to have the paper printed outside of school. Interest is developing in the work on the newspaper. More enthusiasm is being shown in writing for it. And the value of acceptance of material for publication in the Literary Section has risen in the eyes of the student body. All material for this section i chosen from the best student writings in the field of the essay, report, short story, drama and poetry. This year saw an innovation in the method of securing the Hi! Schooler staff. Some positions on the staff arc now filled by election rather than by appointment, as was formerly the case. At the March meeting, the staff and writers of Hi! Schooler also voted to throw- open the door to participation by all classes in writing for the newspaper. Two delegates, chosen for their contributions to Hi! Schooler, were sent this year to the Mew England Scholastic Press Association conference held at Boston I’niversity. 'Phis is beneficial to the paper, and it is hoped that delegates will be sent again next year. The Hi! Schooler is certainly a project of increasing interest in the school, and, in the students’ opinion, has risen to a place of equality with papers of other schools of comparable size. We are proud of it, and want to express our appreciation to Miss Hagan for her able supervision. STAFF Editor-in-Chief—Joan King Assistant Editor—Lois Wood Business Manager—Betty Holies Literary Editor—Colleen Shufeldt Advertising Manager—Merrylin DeRose Art Editor—Arlene Davis Production Manager—Frances Kissell Music Editor—Barbara Wilcox Junior High Mews- Florence Yates Girls’ Sports Editors- Jane Hopewell, Sylvia Chesley Boys’ Sports Editor—Wesley Mies Assembly Editor—Francis Kissell Special Feature Writers—Richard Bragg, Anna Knight, Barbara Simonds, Mary Damon, Maurice Kelly Faculty Advisor—Mary E. Hagan HOME ECONOMICS CLUB The Home Ec Club was ably headed up by the following leaders: President Nancy Gay Vice President Joan Siano Secretary Deborah Smith Treasurer—Peggy Jeannotte Faculty Advisors—Emma Andrea, Sylvia M. Corliss During the meetings, games were played and usually the girls brought along their knitting and sewing. After the meetings a lunch was served by the Junior High girls. The Christmas Party, which was held in the cafeteria, was a grand success; the Christmas tree and gifts provided a very fitting atmosphere. Another party was put on in honor of St. Valentine’s Day. Mr. Holland, Miss Andrea, Miss Hunt, and Miss Blood were invited and there were valentines for everyone. A picnic finished off a very successful year. T II E S A M P L E R 45 THE SCIENCE CLUB The Science Club, which is a newly organized club in the High School, had one of the biggest years in its history, under the direction of its faculty advisor, Mr. Curran. The officers of the year were elected at the first meeting; they were: President, Charles I'eneek, Secretary, Carol Parker, and Treasurer, Margaret Jeannotte. During the year various movies were shown in the different fields of science. Mr. Nics, President of the Bellows Palls Rock and Mineral Club, was the main speaker at one of the meetings. During the meetings the boys studied and worked on model airplanes and electric motors under the direction of Mr. Curran. 1 lie five girls worked on Homemaking projects under the direction of Miss Corliss. A dance was sponsored by this group and, with a big advance sale, a great success was made of it. Thirty-five members of the Club were present at the banquet held at the Hotel Windham, at which lime Mr. Davis ami Mr. Montague spoke briefly. After a wonderful dinner of turkey with all the fixings, two movies were shown, named Seeing the Universe” and “Weather.” The end of another successful year came to a close with this banquet. ROMAN BANQUET The annual Roman Banquet was held on Thursday evening, April 7, with the Latin students donning the traditional togas and tunics, and talking in the sprightly Roman tongue. Upon entering the enhancingiy decorated room, one feasted his eyes on pictures of the Roman tradition and styles. Louise Grout and her committee had worked hard to make these drawings a huge success. After thinking back over the glories of the Roman ways. Roll ( all was taken while sitting at the gaily decorated table, with its dainty little place cards and exquisite table coverings. 'The main attrac- tion of the evening was a well prepared supper of ham and all the other exotic and savory Roman dishes, which was well planned out by Joan King and her co- workers. The meal was served by six slaves, in tradi- tional costume, with chains dangling from their waists. The rollicking affair, which lasted a gay two ami one- half hours, was climaxed by a three-act play presented by the second and third year Latin students. VERMONT STUDENT YOUTH FORUM On November 19. Joan King, Foster Leach, Donald Brown, and Mr. Peck went to Montpelier to represent Bellows Falls High School at the Student Youth Forum. There were two hundred students present from seventy-three different schools. Early in the morning session, exchange students from England, China, Morocco, and Algiers opened the program by giving their ideas of the place of youth in the changing world, which was the theme of the whole program. After this meeting everyone was assigned to inherent discussion groups which were in session all morning and most of the afternoon. Most of the topics dealt with problems of the world situation and some really good theories were advanced by the students present. The conference ended with reports from the discussion groups given before the entire group. This l outli Forum is a good thing because it gives the students a chance to profit from an exchange of new ideas and opinions. ASSEMBLIES The first assembly of the school year was held on the opening day of school, under Mr. Holland’s direction. Following the pledge to the flag, Mr. Holland welcomed both students and faculty, and introduced the new members of the latter to the student body. After the rules and regulations of the school had been cited for the benefit of newcomers, the program closed with the singing of the school song under the direction of Miss Bedell. 'The students were very fortunate this year inhavinga series of extremely interesting assemblies brought to them through the S. A. B. The first of these featured a Shakespearian actor, Mr. Richard Carradine, son of a famous actor, and, himself, a well-known stage per- sonality. Dressed in the traditional Shakespearian costume, he rendered scenes from “As You Like It. “Henry V, “Macbeth,” “Hamlet,” “Julius Caesar,” and “The Merchant of Venice.” On Thursday, December Id, Mr. Gilbert Groman gave a very interesting discussion on “How Other People Talk.” His program included foreign dialects and imitations of famous people, such as Winston Churchill and President Truman, as well as many famous screen stars. His program was an indirect plea for understanding among nations. On January 7, the third of the S. A. B. selections appeared in the person of Mr. Piero Pierotic, a very handome young baritone, who maoe a deep and favor- able impression on the student body. After several enjoyable popular songs, he presented the highlight of his program, when, after a piano solo by his ac- companist, Mr. Pierotic, in a most striking costume which he had worn several years ago in Vienna, closed his program with a scene from the Opera, “The Masked Ball.” His program proved so popular that he was obliged to return for several encores. A fourth and most unusual assembly was a marionette show under the direction of Mr. Basil Milorsoroff, who exhibited the story of “The Fox and the Rabbit, a fantasy based on a folk tale. Mr. Milorsoroff, who was born in Siberia, developed a new type of string puppet, which gives a more effective performance. The color and music in the program made it all the more interesting to the spectators. The monitors, not to be outdone, displayed their skill on the assembly stage on January IS. They presented a talent show which surprised many with the new dis- coveries of talent, and delighted others with old favorites. The talent was taken exclusively from the monitor force, and included such things as a piano duet, a piano solo, a trombone duet, a clarinet solo, songs by a mixed double quartet, imitations, and a tap dance. Turning to the serious, Professor Joseph Bolton, Professor of the English department at Skidmore college was brought before the students at B. F. H. S. to speak on the Jewish-State-in-Palestine situation. Clearly and concisely lie traced the history of Palestine, and explained the problems of partition, why the matter luul been brought before the United Nations and how that body had attempted to settle it. Many students who had harbored the idea that the subject would be dull, came away very pleased, for Professor Bolton was well acquainted with his subject and imparted to his audience some of his enthusiasm con- cerning it. Again under the auspices of the S. A. B.. Mr. Victor Griffin came to tell us about Moorish dress and customs. His program, which was very interesting with its displays of Moroccan handwork, had an under- lying theme of tolerance. The idea which he very successfully presented was to understand foreign peoples. In order to do so, one must know customs, traditions and how they affect their thinking. In an interesting manner, he told of such strange customs as that which forbade a Moorish woman to walk abroad with her face unveiled. If a man should dare to lift her face covering, the nearest person is obliged to kill him on the spot, and cut off his ear. In addition Mr. Griffin exhibited a variety of hand-carved and hand- hammered articles which proved of great interest to the student body. (continued page 54) T II E S A M P L E R 47 SPOTLIGHT CLUB—PLAY NITE The Spotlight Club started rehearsals for Play Nile on September 41. After many hard nights of practice on the part of Miss Brown and all the casts, the curtain finally parted October 44 on the first play, “Cir- cumstances Alter Cases.” The play's story was about two people who were in love; but there were a few complications, because both of them had been married before and had grown children. June Hall was 'Perry Belville’s mother and Carlton Roby was Mayna Lloyd’s father. Terry didn’t want his mother to get married but Mayna was very much pleased at the prospect. After Terry met Mayna lie changed his mind, and, just like al stories.it ended by their living happily ever after. The second play was a comedy “Good Night, Please. The cast was made up of Gerry Roarke as Meredith Whitehouse, Jane Harty as Lucy Whitehouse, (ieorge McMennamin as Mr. Me Winkle, Dennis Damon as Basil, Maurice Kelly as Burton, and Regina Rushton as the cook. During the play all the cast were trying to get Gerry out of bed because he insisted that he was going to stay there for a week and his wife and daughter didn’t like the idea very well. After a change of scenery we got the third and last play, “Idlings of the King. This was the only play play with real costumes and dealt with the days of King Arthur. The cast was made up of Foster Ixmch as King Arthur, Ann Harris as Queen Guinivere, Donnie Reed as Merlin, Charles Lawlor as Sir Lancelot, John Hayes as Modred and Eugene Fontaine as the Page. When the plays were over everyone waited anxiously for the decisions of the judges. When they were heard, every one agreed that June Hall was the best actress, Moe Kelly best actor, and “Good Night, Please” the best. play. Prize Play On April S the prize play cast traveled to Springfield to compete with five other schools in the Vermont One- Act Play Contest. All the plays were very good, but. Brattlebor.) won. Our cast did a swell job, but got only fourth place. SPECIAL GLEE CLUBS The Spp‘ial Gl� a Clubs this year, both of the Junior and Senior High School, have been outstanding under the capable direction of Miss Bedell. The Glee Clubs first major performance was the Christmas assembly, in which choral members were used as a background for the Christmas Story. The Glee Club students attending the New England Music Festival in Wellesley were as follows: Marion Hogan, Ann Harris, Foster Leach, and James Harty. Those participating in the 44nd Vermont Music Festival in Burlington on May 5, (i, and 7, were Joan Dymond, Pauline Lisai, Ann Harris, Patricia Kinirv, Foster Leach, Donald Brown, Raymond McClarey and John Hayes. In addition to the above group, the remainder of the Speci il Glee Club traveled to Burlington by bus on Saturday, to take part in the auditions. Blackboards, papers, erasers, ink. Teachers trying to make you think— A six hour flay and ninth period, too. I sometimes wonder if it’s worth it, don’t you? Spring Concert. An enthusiastic audience of 850 persons attended the spring concert of the music department of B. F. IL S. in the school auditorium, Tuesday evening, May 8rd. Miss Priscilla A. Bedell, vocal director, and Frank Bush, instrumental director, conducted the program. Particularly well received were trombone solos by Ruth Moore and Donald Brown, The Story of the Three Bears,” by the orchestra, with Donald Reed as narrator, and selections by the special Glee Club. The band responded to an encore by playing “The Lassius Trombone,” under the direction of its instructor, Roy Miner. Pauline Lisai was accompanist. Proceeds were used for transportation expenses to the Music Festival. Joint Concerts On Sunday afternoon, March 40, and Wednesday evening, April 0, the Brattleboro and Bellows Falls high school choirs combined efforts for their 4nd annual joint concert. () Rest In The liOrd, a solo by Ann Harris, was particularly well received. Barbara Bernier of Brattleboro did an exceptionally fine cornet solo, “Carnival of Venice.” The program was cli- maxed by the combined choirs with the stirring “One World.” The Choir directors of these concerts were: Katherine Gates, Brattleboro, and Priscilla Bedell, Bellows Falls. Instrumental directors were: Roger Dietz, Brattleboro, and Roy Miner, Bellows Falls. Accompanists were: Brattleboro, Gloria Bover. Allison Hapkens, Bellows Falls, Pauline Lisai. BAND AND ORCHESTRA The marching band performed many intricate feats at the football games this fall, and was well received by the public. The concert band gave its major presentation at the annual Spring Concert. Representatives of the orchestra to Wellesley this year were: Donah! Brown, Ruth Moore, June Hall, ami Edward Kenney. The only representative of the band was Hugh Gragen. Those participating in the Ver- mont Music Festival on May 5, (5, and 7 were as follows: Orchestra, Sylvia Chesley, Betty Bolles, Tommy Bolles, Barbara Bullock, Worden Hale, June Hall, Ruth Moore, Donald Reed, and Colleen Shufeldt; and Band, Bruce Corwin, Prudence Duffy, Phillip Gould, Hugh Gragen, Rae Hall, Edward Kenney, Anna Knight, Dorothy Newcity, Lawrence Switzer, Janice Richard- son, Barbara Wilcox, and Florence Yates. The remainder of the band went to Burlington Saturday. The results of the Band-Orchestra organization elections were: President—Donah! Brown Vice President—Hugh Gragen Secretary-Treasurer— Rae Hall Manager- Phillip Gould Assistant Managers Bruce Corwin, Edward Kenney, Robert Park ami Paul Clarey Librarians—Betty Bolles, Florence Yates and Anna Knight Director—Frank W. Bush Asst. Director—Roy W. Miner After taking one of Miss Brown’s tests. I’m telling you, we need a rest. Though we studied all night. Only two answers were right. Who said that these years are the best? JUNE HALL MARION HOGAN 48 T II E S A M P L E H DANCES Freshma n Recept ion The Seniors started the social whirl of the It. F. II. S. season with the Freshman Reception on October loth, at which some two hundred students were present. I'nder the direction of Nelson Buskey, the first part of the fun-filled evening was spent in playing games, followed by a lively truth and consequences program. When everyone had paid their forfeits for the latter, each freshman girl put one of her shoes in the middle of the floor. At a signal from the master of ceremonies, the boys rushed toward the pile, seized one of the shoes, and proceeded to find the girl to whom it belonged, who then became his partner for the next dance. The rest of the evening was spent in dancing. Congratula- tions were enthusiastically extended to the Senior class for getting the new Freshman off to such a good start in his school life. Football Formal The Football Formal was put on in honor of this year’s football squad and the two coaches, Mr. Hadley and Mr. Peck. It was held on November 19 and, despite the inclement weather, a sizable crowd gathered in the gym for this dance. Ed Winn and his or- chestra provided melodic strains for the dancing couples, and the vocalist gave added attraction to the affair. Ann Harris and her co-workers did an excellent job of decorating the gym. They had the four walls in soft-colored murals, representing the four seasons of the year. After intermission Paul Crotty, co-captain of the last football game, and his charming partner led the grand march. The whole dance is a pleasant memory to all those who attended. Junior Prom A large crowd assembled on April 44 to attend the annual Junior Prom. Sally Wentworth and her com- mittee showed their talents in the colorful decorations which portrayed the twelve months of the year. Between the dances, one could sit and drink punch at the gayly decorated card tables placed around the room in groups of two. The Junior class, headed by Paul Crotty, carried through successfully their first formal dance. When I was a Freshman, I often would say I’d be glad on the very last Day. Now I’m a Senior, I must admit I’d like to be back where the Freshmen sit. MOE KELLY BAND 54 THE SAMPLER A. A. OFFICERS A. A. OFFICERS William Reed- President Burton Nowers Vice President Marjorie Merrifield—Treasurer Ruth Moore—Secretary Faculty Advisor—Hilton C. Holland FCOTBALL Coach Lawrence Hadley started his second football season using the “T” formation, backed by veterans Terry Belville, A1 Dagnoli, Paul Crotty, Don Merling, Bill Reed and Burtie Nowers. During the season, plays from the Single Wing formation were also used. Bellows Falls had little trouble in trouncing Windsor 31 to 0 in the first game of the season. The next week the Falls came up against a very good and fast Brattle- boro team. With Dagnoli sweeping the ends, the Falls closed the game by winning 13 to 8. Traveling to Rutland the purple gridsters came up on their heaviest opponents of the year. Mount St. Joseph. Fighting all the way, the Falls narrowly missed winning the game. The home team had to be satisfied with a 13 to 13 tie. The Bennington game was a see-saw affair with neither club playing the brand of ball with which they had started the season. The game ended with a repetition of last year’s game. The score was 0 to 0. The next Saturday saw Bellows Falls pushing Rut- land all over the “Raiders” field. Only bad breaks kept the Falls from scoring. The game ended in a 0 to 0 tie. Keene handed the Falls its first loss of the season. Csing two full teams, with more sitting on the bench, they had little trouble in trouncing the Falls lads 19 to 0. The following week Springfield handed the Falls their second beating of the year, the final score u as 6 to 0. Those who saw action were: Nowers, Reed, Wilson, Bousquet, P. Crotty, T. Belville, A. Dagnoli, D. Mer- ling. J. Stockwell, P. Hammond, B. Crotty, B. Grout, J. Dailey, P. Haines, L. Benson, G. McMennamin, M. Streeter, F. Smith, J. Perkins, B. O’Connor, E. Short, K. Fontaine, P. Gould, and Jimmy Whitcomb as manager. Schedule Bellows Falls 31 Windsor 0 Bellows Falls 13 Brattleboro 8 Bellows Falls 13 Mount St. Joseph 13 Bellows Falls 0 Rutland 0 Bellows Falls 0 Keene 19 Bellows Falls 0 Springfield 6 BASKETBALL Bellows Falls started the season as one of the smallest clubs in the State. All of the height the team had was in Paul Crotty, Wallace Russell, and Donald Morse. They were handed their share of the bad breaks in losing five games by only one point. One of these was the Northern Tournament game with Burlington. In the pre-season games with Keene and St. Michaels, the purple team lost the first with a score of 48 to 23 and won the second 56 to 24. The Alumni game, as usual, proved to be a battle, with the Alumni finally tiring and going down to defeat, 56 to 37. Winning over Windsor by 11 points, the Falls went on to face Rutland and then Brattleboro, losing to these two teams by only one point. After walking away with the Hartford game by a score of 68 to 33, the Falls came up against Springfield and again lost by only one point. Winning the next three games, all from Rut- land teams, the Falls again faced Brattleboro and lost by a score of 49 to 46. Hartford, again out-played by the Falls, went down by a score of 69 to 37. The next three games were close games but the Falls had to end up on the bottom. Windsor went down before the Falls and again the locals lost to Keene. Invited to play Spaulding High, of Barre, in the Northern play-off, the Falls poured it on for the first three quarters of the game and then were out-scored in the final quarter. With the points built up early in the game, the Falls was able to win 35 to 33. Meeting Burlington High in the Northern Tournament, the team just missed winning when a lay-up shot was missed as the final buzzer rang. Burlington was the victor with a score of 35 to 36. THE S A M P L E R 53 Those seeing plenty of action were: Jurkoic, I . Grotty, H. Crotty, Heed, Russell, Belville, Morse, Merling, Nowers, Hayes, Buskev, and Ponessa. Schedule Bellows Falls 28 Keene 48 Bellows Falls 56 St. Michaels 24 Bellows Falls 56 Alumni 37 Bellows Falls 86 Windsor 25 Bellows Falls 45 Rutland 46 Bellows Falls 42 Brattlcboro 43 Bellows Falls 68 Hartford 33 Bellows Falls 48 Springfield 44 Bellows Falls 47 Ml. St. Joseph 45 Bellows Falls 55 West Rutland 48 Bellows Falls 87 Rutland 36 Bellows Falls 46 Brattlcboro 49 Bellows Falls 69 Hartford 37 Bellows Falls 81 Springfield 34 Bellows Falls 88 Mt. St. Joseph 42 Bellows Falls 83 West Rutland 34 Bellows Falls 46 Windsor 43 Bellows Falls 87 Keene 53 Bellows Falls 85 Spaulding 33 Bellows Falls 36 Burlington 37 GIRLS’ VARSITY BASKETBALL The girls really proved themselves worthy ol Mrs. Jones’ excellent coaching and worked hard to maintain a very successful record this year. After suffering a loss of so many of last year’s Varsity players, many people expected only a fair season, hut this year’s team came up with a really fine record. Sheila Desnoyers amazed everyone with her skill at sinking baskets from anywhere on the floor. Jane Hopewell, high scorer for the season, proved herself to be as good a forward as she was a guard the previous year. They were ably assisted by Shirley Gray, whose fast, peppy playing was an inspiration to the other players. Janice Richardson, Marjorie Merrifield, Sally Wentworth, Joan King and Jane Mack all added their skill. The strong defense whose brilliant work made possible the excellent record consisted of Patty Hinds, Eleanor Walsh and Rae Hall. Other guards were Patty Hammond, Barbara Vosburgh, Marion Nies and Theresa Snarski. The most exciting game, the return game with Hartford, was one of the best played games of the season. Hartford, a traditional rival, was one of the strongest of our opponents. That victory was well earned. Another exciting game, the final one of the season, with St. Albans, brought the end of a very successful year. Although we lost to St. Albans, our final record was eight wins, two ties, and four losses. Mrs. Jones can certainly be proud of her work and her coaching. As usual, she produced a hard playing team that was tops. Our hats are off to you, Mrs. Jones— ami good luck for next year! Schedule Bellows Falls 18 Windsor 16 Bellows Falls 17 Alumnae 19 Bellows Falls 20 Lebanon 13 Bellows Falls 84 Charlestown 14 Bellows Falls 22 Keene 44 Bellows Falls 20 Hartford 20 Bellows Falls 32 Stevens 10 Bellows Falls •46 Brattlcboro 80 Bellows Falls 23 Keene 45 Bellows Falls 40 Stevens 25 Bellows Falls 32 Hartford 24 Bellows Falls 32 Windsor 22 Bellows Falls 27 Brattlcboro 27 Bellows Falls 25 St. Albans 40 JINIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL The Javvees played a great many games this year and finished the season with a very good record. There were very many promising players, who will doubtless keep up their good record playing on the Varsity next year. As forwards there were Dottie O’Connor, Jane Mack, Ann Hawks, Evelyn Chisamore, Frances I orange, Joan King, Connie Beals, and Pat Stack. The guards were Theresa Snarski, Regina Rushton, Barbara McGuirk, Wilma (iolec, Rosemary Szueh, Lois Wood, and Florence Yates. Schedule Bellows Falls 14 Windsor 13 Bellows Falls 22 Lebanon 16 Bellows Falls 17 Hartford 16 Bellows Falls 25 Stevens 6 Bellows Falls 28 Brattlcboro 24 Bellows Falls 7 Keene 15 Bellows Falls 83 Stevens 9 Bellows Falls 21 Kurn Hattin 16 Bellows Falls 27 Kurn Hattin 13 Bellows Falls 10 Chester 6 Bellows Falls 18 Keene 16 Bellows Falls 13 Hartford 12 Bellows Falls 21 Walpole 28 Bellows Falls 28 Brattlcboro 23 Bellows Falls 29 St. Albans 29 FRESH M A N BASKETBA LL A freshman team was organized and played several games. There arc many outstanding and promising players among the freshmen. Those who played on the freshman team were: Winnie Golding, Marion Welch, Helen Hollar, Jane Stickney, Joanne May, Florence Blanchard, Jean Porter, Connie Olbrycli, Irene Jackman and Jackie Johnson. GIRLS’ TENNIS During the fall, practice was held at the playground for two classes, beginners and veterans. The fall season ended with a tournament in which all twenty- five girls participated. In the second round of the tournament Betty Bolles defeated Elizabeth Mahoney, Rae Hall defeated Shirley Gray, and Marjorie Merri- field defeated Patty Hinds. In the third round Barbara Vosburgh defeated Betty Bolles and Marjorie Merri- field defeated Rae Hall. In the final game Barbara Vosburgh defeated Marjorie Merrifield to win the medal for the outstanding tennis player. A teaio of four girls, Betty Bolles, Rae Hall, Marjorie Merrifield. and Barbara Vosburgh, will compete in inter-school matches with several other schools. GIRLS’ SOFTBALL The softball team began practicing on April 18th this year with about thirty-five girls present. Practices were held on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays. Among the girls who went out for softball were: M. Raymond, M. DcRose, R. Rushton, J. Hopewell, M. Merrifield, D. O’Connor, W. Golding, J. Richardson, S. Gray, B. Welsh, R. Hall, S. Hodgkins, and E. Chisamore. Games were scheduled this year with the following schools: Alstcad, Lebanon, Hartford, and Kurn Hattin. .54 THE SAMPLER INTRA-MURAL SPORTS Aii extensive intra-mural and inter-gym class schedule was carried on this year. All girls were urged to participate in these sports. Inter-class volleyball attracts a great deal of interest and many players. The Freshmen and the Sophomores were defeated by the Juniors and the Seniors in the first round of com- petition. The Juniors defeated the Seniors to win the inter-class. Inter-gym class games also provided a lot of fun for the girls. The seventh period beat the eighth and third periods, and the fourth period beat the fifth. In the play-off between the fourth and seventh periods, the seventh period won. Inter-class and inter-gym soccer were the source of much enjoyment and many barked shins. The inter- gym competition was won by the eighth period after a number of strenuous games. The Juniors defeated the Sophomores to claim the laurels in inter-class soccer. A program of inter-class basketball was carried on under the direction of members of the girls Varsity, who acted as coaches, timers, scorers and referees. A large number of girls participated. The Sophomores maintained an undefeated record to win the champion- ship. In inter-gym class, the third period beat the seventh period by one point in the play-off game. BADMINTON The annual badminton tournament, in which every girl in gym classes participates, was held again this year. A medal will be awarded to the winner of the tournament at the Awards Assembly. ASS E M B LI ES (Continued) On May 5), Mr. Adams, sponsored by the Farm Bureau Safety Committee, gave a very graphic dem- onstration of Safety on the roads. Before adjourning to the school lawn where the major part of the program was held, Mr. Adams spoke to the student body briefly in the auditorium, giving some very amazing figures on driving fatalities. For the second half of the program, Lucille Stark, Hugh Sullivan and Billy Reed, representing the student body, illustrated the tune and space involved when stopping a car going 20 miles per hour. Mr. Olbrych and Mr. McCarthy of the faculty increased the rate of speed to 30 and 40 miles per hour respectively, showing even more clearly the dangers involved in speeding. Mr. Adams had been making such demonstration throughout the South, and Bellows Falls was his first Northern stop. The Vermont Academy Glee Club, under the direc- tion of Mr. Karl Tischler, honored the B. F. Stage with their presence on May 13. Their program included a number of pieces,—negro spirituals, college songs and the more classical selections. The feature of the en- tertainment was a selected group of voices. Everyone enjoyed the program immensely, and it is hoped that it may become a yearly affair. The Sampler is, at this writing, unable to give an account of 1949's awards assembly, or to name the recipients. However, the following is an account of the Awards Assembly given on June 1, 1948. Before the awards were given out, Mr. Holland announced to the student body that a bronze plaque was to be installed with the names of the school’s graduates who had given their lives in the last war. He also revealed that plans were being made to obtain plaques with the names of those who had received honors for a period dating back five years. Coach Hadley was then introduced, who told of his pride in the fine job the boys were doing. After presenting the awards. Coach Hadley was presented with a cigarette lig ter on behalf of the members of the athletic teams. The following awards were given out: Individual Awards Becker College Key—Ruth Freihofer Commercial Award—Ann Houlihan Vocational Award—Otis Wilson Dramatics Award Carroll IVrkins Journalism Barbara Vosburgh Mathematics—Shirley Hodgkins (Sophomore) Joan Hennessey (Senior) J. H. S. Citizenship—Robert Parker (Boys) Frances Narkiewicz (Girls) Art- Ruth Freihofer Home Economics—Joan Dempsey Band—Lawrence Williams ()rchestra—Joa n Hen nesse v Glee Club Ruth McBride Bausch-Lomb Science Award Joan Hennessey Athletics—William Reed (Boys) Mary Porter (Girls) Scholarship—Joan Hennessey Student Council—Joan Hennessey Badminton Award—Marjory Andoscu History Award—Joan Hennessey Group Awards J. 11. S. Athletic Awards Monitor Awards Music, vocal Band Orchestra Majorettes Senior High School Athletic Awards Individual awards were given to the outstanding members of each group. INDIVIDUAL AWARDS, CLASS DAY, 1948 American Legion Citizenship Award Lawrence Wilburns American Legion Auxiliary Citizenship Award Winnifred Jennison I). A. R. Good Citizenship Award Joan Hennessey Rotary Medal Robert Bush way Rockingham Players Award Daniel Crowley Gordon Graham Scholarship Richard Stickney Harvard Book Donald Brown U. V. M. Scholarship Joan Hennessey Readers Digest Award Joan Hennessey S. A. B. Freshman Good Citizenship Award Mary Slobodnjak JR. HIGH (Continued) The Jr. High Tournament, which is the highlight of the basketball season, was held as always. The cheer- leaders were there, helping the team along. The Junior High has its own musical organizations under the leadership of Miss Bedell, Mr. Bush, and Mr. Miner. The Junior High Glee Club arranged and put on its own concert, which shows that with hard work and able talent all good things are accomplished. I look around the room and see The faces that mean so much to me. And I stop to think of B. F. High We’ll always remember it, till we die. The years passed swiftly; they came and they went And in our life is a large dent Filled only with memories of each wonderful day We spend before Graduation Day. MARION HOGAN BOYS’ VARSITY FOOTBALL BOYS’ VARSITY BASKETBALL GIRLS’ VARSITY BASKETBALL GIRLS’ VARSITY SOFTBALL THE SAMPLER 1. JUST KIDS Bobby Fabian 2. Donald Morse 3. Burton Nowers 4. Bing Haines 5. Pat Hinds 6. John Collier 7. Paul Branden 8. Louise Grout 9. Marge Merrifield !Hutograpt)S THE SAMPLER ZHbtel IVin dham “Conducted in the best interests of the community” 60 T H E S A M P L E R Compliments of Compliments of PINTELLO’S TAXI ROBERTSON PAPER COMPANY Telephone 535 Waxed and Oiled, Printed and Unprinted Papers N. 0. COTE JEWELRY—GIFTS Compliments of Bellows Falls, Vt. Agents for THE Bulova, Gruen, Waltham, Hamilton BELLOWS FALLS CO-OPERATIVE and Westfield Watches LOCKER COMPANY, INC. 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