Berlin High School - Lamp Yearbook (Berlin, CT)

Text from Pages 1 - 72 of the 1955 volume:

Perltn igt) cljool Berlin, Connecticut IFro.o F 9 l� e i ©equation To Mr. Goodrow, we the class of 1955, in appreciation for his ever- present guidance and his unceasing efforts during his four years as our class advisor, wish to dedicate our year book. gfomimsitrattcin BERLIM PUBLIC SCHOOLS BERLIN, CONNECTICUT June, 1955 OflW of Bap r1nt«a4«at of a-hoota KENNETH I. MuKENZIE Dear Seniors, Once each year it is my pleasure to congratulate the Berbers of the graduating class upon the successful cor letion of their formal public school experience and to vish ther. success ir. the future. The scope of education in Arerica has changed considerably since our colonial fore- fathers established their first schools here. Then, the erph.asis was upon religion. Shortly after the “evolutionary War, our statesmen realized that an educated citizenry vas necessary to guarantee the fulfillment of their dreams for the new republic. If the responsibility for government was to rest in the hands of its citizens, then those citi- zens must be in a position to carry out their citizenship duties intelligently. The election of Andrew Jackson gave birth to yet another concept; that even the lowliest per- son could rise to a position of great honor and trust in our country ana, therefore, the neec for a school curriculum which woulo better prepare men for such responsibilities. And, finally, today we find ourselves in a struggle for the minds of men. Shall we be free to make our own choices or shall we capitulate and allow the State to control our every move? Your school experiences have afforded you the opportunity to live and work in a democratic atmosphere. You have learned that each individual is important and that his welfare affects your own. You have learned to respect the viewpoint of another without giving up your right to disagree. You have amassed a wealth in factual information which will pay ' you rich dividends If invested for the benefit of nan. You will find success and happiness to the extent that you practice the Golden Rule and may God grant you the wisdom to do so. Sincerely, Kenneth. I. VacXenzi Superintendent of Schools KlWts MR. KENNETH L. MACKENZIE Superintendent of Schools BERLIN PUBLIC SCHOOLS BERLIN. CONNECTICUT RERUN HIGH SCHOOL BERLIN. CONN. ROBERT P. LONG PTladpW Phan.. N.W BrIUln BA MH1 December 6, 1954 Dear Seniors; Various agencies and organizations have identified the purposes and objectives of American education. In a less formal manner, many high school seniors have expressed their feelings in this regard. The product of this deliberation in each case is identical. We seem to agree that education serves four purposes. These purposes relate to the developing of (1) one ' s capacities and abili- ties, (2) one ' s attitudes with respect to one ' s fellowmen, (3) one ' s abilitv to create and use goods and services, and (4) one ' s responsibilities in a democracy. It is our belief and trust that these objectives have been reached by you. Your future depends on how well you demonstrate these skills, attitudes and ap- preciations. I can think of no better way of expressing the thought than to borrow from the store of the timeless sage, Socrates, who wrote, He is not only idle who does nothing; he is idle who might be better employed. Socrates did not confine his definition of the word employment to that of earning a living, but used it in its broadest applica- tion. Will your future be an idle one ? These are days that call for the individ- ual ' s best in all facets of living. Will you give less than your best to yourself, to your fellowmen, to your country ? I don ' t think so, for I am convinced you will never be found poorly employed . Best wishes to a splendid class l Sincerely yours. MR. ROBERT P. LONG Principal of High School Jf acuity DONALD BATES Mathematics B.A. Middlebury College M.A. Trinity College NANCY BRAHM Home Economics B.S. Syracuse University JOHN CHARLAND Music B.M. Boston University FANNIE CLEMENTS Home Economics B.S. Farmington Teachers College MARGARET CORR Dean of Girls B.S. Teachers College of Connecticut M.A. Trinity College ROY FABIEN Science B.S. Teachers College of Connecticut M.A. University of Connecticut KATHERINE GIANOTTA Library B.S. New York University WILLIAM GIBNEY Physical Education B.S. Springfield College M.Ed. Hillyer College CATHERINE GODZYK Business B.S. Teachers College of Connecticut 4 Jfacultp WILLIAM HARRIS Music B.M. New England Conservatory of Music M.M. Julius Hartt College FRANCIS HOAGLAND English B.A. University of Connecticut DONALD HUBERT Industrial Arts B.S. Fredonia State Teachers College M.A. New York University ARTHUR KEVORKIAN Industrial Arts B.S. Teachers College of Connecticut CLIFFORD LANDRY Physical Education B.S. Springfield College MARIE LeVAN Guidance B.S. St. Josephs College M.A. Trinity College M.Ed. Hillyer College ELIZABETH McBRIEN Language B.A. Albertus Magnus College M.A. Fordham School of Arts and Science EMILIO MERLINO Art B.A. New Haven Teachers College 5 HELEN PORTER English B.A. Bates College M.A. Boston University ROBERT RITTNER Science B.S. Trinity Jfacultp AGNES QUILL Business B.A., M.Ed. Boston University LORRAINE RAKOWSKI Business B.S. Teachers College of Connecticut PHYLLIS ANN TATT English B.S. American International College M.A. University of Massachusetts MRS. SILSBY For their help and guidance, which has helped us repeatedly during the past four years, we, the Class of 1955 would like to extend our sincere thanks and appreciation to the faculty of Berlin High School. We wish to thank, particularly, Mrs. Vogel, who helped us with our yearbook, Mr. Goodrow, Mr. Merlino, and Mr. Rittner, our class advisors, and Mrs. Porter, direc- tor of our Class Play. VIOLET THOMPSON History B.S. Simmons College M.Ed. Boston University ROSALEEN VOGEL Physical Education B.S. University of New Hampshire OFFICE STAFF MRS. BEACH MRS. McNICKLE JON DAVID HALL President Arch Class Always a chuckle . . . the parking lot maniac . . . our lovable president . . . likes snazzy jackets . . . personality plus. Class Vice-Presi- dent, 1; Class President 2, 3, 4; Student Coun- cil 1, 2, 3, 4; Traffic Squad 3, 4; Key Club 3, 4; Magazine Drive 2, 3, 4; Freshman Chef’s Club 1; Music Club 1,2; Football 1. Ambition: Navy and Stockcar Racer. RONALD EMERSON STEURER Vice-President Ronnie Drives that straight-six . . . Redcoats answer to Babe Ruth . . . Fran” . . . he’s got some sort of accent or drawl. Class Vice-President 3, 4; Traffic Squad 3, 4; Key Club 3; Basket- ball 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4. Ambition: Hotel or Restaurant Owner. JUDITH CAROLYN BARDOORIAN Secretary Judy Class politician . . . stay with Adlai and never say die” . . . likes college boys? . . . Mr. Gcodrow’s protege. Class Secretary 4; Honor Roll 1, 3; Student Council 3, President 4; Bea- con 2, 3, 4; Lamp Staff 4; Dramatic Club 4; Music Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 3; Swim Club 2, 3; Tennis Club 2, 3; Archery 2; Golf Club 3, 4; Debate Club 2, 3, 4; F.T.A. 4; F.H.A. 2; Business Club 2; Honor Society 4; Magazine Drive 1, 2; Dance Committees 1, 2, 3, 4; Leaders Corps 4; Girls ' Sports 1, 2, 3, 4. Am- bition Archaeologist and Teach History. ( fitters MARGARET ANGELINA ANTENNA Treasurer Marge Lindey” Barney and his green Ford . . . does she miss the twins? ... red hair (natural) . . . smooth dancer . . . Joan. Class Treasurer 3, 4; Honor Roll 1, 2, 3; Beacon 2, 3, 4; Lamp Staff 4; Music Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Cheerleader 3, 4; Swim Club 2, 3; Archery 2; Bowling 2; Modern Dance 2; Social Dancing 2; Motif Club, Sec- retary 4; F.H.A. 2; Banking 3; Dance Commit- tees 1, 2, 3, 4; Girls ' Sports 3, 4. Ambition: Matrimony. 8 ROMAN EUGENE MICHAEL ABRAMSKI Snake Those cattey haircuts . . . nature boy . . . just give him a snake . . . the crooner . . . never get into a debate with him. Dramatic Club 4; Fresh- man Chef’s Club 1; Biology 3; Dance Committees 3; Intra- murals 3. Ambition: Relax after 12 grueling years. CAROL JANE BENTLEY Carol Ted . . . someday sh’’ ' l have her own business . . . My hair came down!” Motif Club 4; Librarian Club 1, 2; Music Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 2, 3; Orchestra 1; Social Danc- ing 1; F.H.A., Vice-President 2; Banking 4; Dance Commit- tees 1, 2, 3, 4. Ambition: To travel. HAROLD DANIEL BLANCHARD Hal Ray ' s shadow . . . one of the Studebaker owners . . . known for that pen and pencil holster he has . . . what ' s his techni- que? Honor Society 4; Honor Roll 1, 2; Beacon 2; Lamp Staff 4; Dramatic Club 2, 3, 4; Music Club 2; Glee Club 2; Debate Club 3, 4; Biology Club 2, 3; Freshman Chef ' s Club 1; Dance Committees 4. Ambition: General Motors In- stitute. PAUL BRUNETTE Mike Brown eyes” ... has that happy voice . . . likes to talk in Problems . . . Marie. Glee Club 1; Art Club 2; Camera Club 2; Biology Club 2; Mag- azine Drive 1, 2, 3, 4; Dance Committees 3. Ambition : Col- lege. JUDITH ARLINE BROWN Judy Our future nurse . . . quiet . . . distinctive way of talking . . . Scotland . . . professional hockey. Honor Roll 1; Motif Club 4; Librarian Club 2; Modern Dance 2; Art Club 1; Dance Committees 1, 2, 3; Ambition: Nurse. JOHN DANIEL BUSSELL Jack Go man go . . . still re- pairing the Buick ... Is he ever quiet? . . Yo” . . . the Drummer” . . . Catual Jack.” Music Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Band 2, 3, 4; Orchestra 2, 3, 4; Dance Committees 3. Ambition: Mu- sician. NANCY JO BUTTON Nanc Bussell . . . small and cute . . . where ' s Diane? . . . curly hair . . . distinctive giggle . . . seamstress? Lamp Staff 4; Music Club 2, 4; Swim Club 3; Magazine Drive 2. Ambi- tion : Secretary. CATHERINE CHEATHAM Cathy Wonderful girl ... all around . . . can she talk! . . . spends time in library . . . Lee . . . everyboy ' s pal. Librarian Club 2, 3, 4; Music Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 3; Archery 2; Bowling 1, 2; F.H.A. 2. Ambition: Beautician. 9 VICTOR JOSEPH DiSARRO Vic The pride of the grocery store . . . Babe” ... a likeable guy . . . The Battler of S-7” . . . Rocky” . . . Senorita”. Music Club 2; Orchestra 2. Ambition: Business College. ARTHUR GOWEN FRANCE Art Anchors away . . . tall, blonde and white bucks . . . Berlin High’s radio operator . . . Roger . . . Remember Madison . . . always a girl- friend. Key Club 3, 4; Beacon 3; Music Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Camera Club 3, 4; Chef ' s Club 1, 2; Audio Visual Aids 1, 2, 3, 4. Ambi- tion: Navy Radioman. DIANE LUCILLE DUMAIS Di Listen to that laugh . . . where ' s Nancy? . . . gullible . . . you can hear her coming . . . Will you two be quiet” . . . what a dancer. Lamp Staff 4; Music Club 2, 4; Magazine Drive 3. Ambition: Secretary. RAYMOND ANDERS ENSTAM Ray Always a hearty laugh . . . did he take a Charles Atlas course? . . . Drives that fancy convertible . . . the future Gen- eral MacArthur. Class Secre- tary 2; Key Club 3, 4; Biology Club 2; Dance Committees 4; Football 2. Ambition: West Point. ANNA THERESA DUTK1EWICZ Ann” Howard . . . who’ll fill her place doing homework on the school steps next year? . . . that laugh gets us all in trou- ble. Lamp Staff 4; Motif Club 4; Music Club L, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 3; Orchestra 1, 2; Social Dancing 1; Dance Committees 1, 2, 3, 4. Ambition: Nurse. FRANCES FAITH FIEBER Fearless Fearless she is . . . our fe- male Van Gogh . . . Fearless and her clarinet. Lamp Staff 4; Band 2, 3, 4; Orchestra 1, 2; Music Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 2, 3; Tennis Club 1; De- bate club 2; F.T.A. 2; Dance Committees 1, 2, 3, 4. Ambi- tion: Retailing. PATRICIA KATHRYN DONNELLY Pat Our future actress . . . unique hair style . . . own way of walk- ing . . . likes wide open spaces. Lamp Staff 4; Music Club 4; Librarian Club 2; Dramatic Club 4; Motif Club 4; Mod- ern Dance 1; Social Dancing 1; Dance Committees 1. Am- bition: Go back to Boulder, Nevada. WILLIAM DANIEL GOODISON Bill’ The baby-sitters compan- ion . . . that sly smile . . . remember those days at Wor- thington? . . . always ready for a little fun. Music Club 1, 3; Glee Club 2, 3; Chef ' s Club 1; Banking 2, 3; Dance Committees 4. Ambition: Navy. DAVID WOODWARD GOODWIN Dave” Tall, good-looking and black loafers . . • Gary Graziano’s companion in the halls . . . likes sport activities ... he doesn ' t need a technique. Stu- dent Council 3; F.T.A. 2; Key Club 3, 4; Dramatic Club 2, 3; Music Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Band 2, 3, 4; Orchestra 1; Art Club 2; Au- dio Visual Aids 2, 3, 4; Bi- ology 2. Ambition: Physical Ed. Director. ANITA LOUISE JOHANNS Peanuts Spends spare time combing hair . . . small and sweet . . . always a smile . . . shy and silly. Motif Club 4; Dramatic Club 2; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Modern Dance 1; F.H.A. 2. Ambition: To travel. CAROL ANN GOULET Carol Curly hair . . . pretty eyes . . . quiet but nice , , , Sim” Who ' s working tonight?” Lamp Staff 4; Motif Club, Treasurer 4; Music Club 4; Archery 2; Bowling 2, 3; So- cial Dancing 1; Girls ' Sports 3, 4; Photography 4. Ambi- tion: Private Secretary. CAROLYN MILDRED JOHNSON Mouse Lindey” . . . Ferndale’s her pet peeve . . . what would sports be without her . . . her trick knee . . . Stawsk . Lamp Staff 4; Beacon 1, 2, 3, 4; Swim Club 1, 2, 3; Tennis Club 2; Archery 2; Golf Club 3, 4; Girls’ Sports 1, 2, 3, 4; Leaders Corps, Secretary 4. Ambition: Travel around the world. 11 JUDITH JOAN GRIGGS Judy Majorette . . . tall . . . long hair . . . those sisters of mine . . . likes cool summers up in Maine. Motif Club 4; Drama- tic Club 4; Music Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 2, 3; Band 2, 3, 4; Archery 2; Modern Dance 2; F.T.A. 2; Dance Commit- tees 1, 2, 3, 4. Ambition: Travel. JOAN CAROL GUITE Joan” Nice clothes . . . who ' s her heart throb? . . . Paul . . . U.S. Marines . . . Jean. Beacon 1; Lamp Staff 4; Music Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Librarian Club 2; Motif Club 4; Swim Club 3; Tennis Club 2; Social Dancing 2. Ambition: Office Worker. E1LA LORRAINE HELIN Ei” They don ' t come much smaller . . . curly blond hair . . . winter in Flordia . . . lucky girl . . . Carol . . . what’s the scoop? Motif Club 4; Mus- ic Club 1, 2, 4; Bowling 1, 2, 3; Modern Dance 2; Social Dancing 1; Dance Committees 1, 2, 3, 4; F.H.A. 2. Ambi- tion: Travel. EVELYN ALBERTA HOFFMAN Evie Good band member . . . Gussie’s shadow . . . Lorraine . . . will you please keep quiet! . . . rides the buses. Motif Club 4; Dramatic Club 2; Bea- con 2; Music Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Band 3, 4; Modern Dance 1; F.H.A. 2. Ambition: Music School. ROBERT WELLS JOHNSON Wells ' What do ya mean, what do ya mean? ' ' . . . Judge Wells, who presides over the basket- ball court ... a hard worker for our class . . . has that stalk- ing stride. Honor Roll 1, 2, 3, 4; Student Council 1, 2, 3, 4; Traffic Squad 3; Key Club, Secretary 3, Vice-President 4; Lamp Staff Editor 4; Honor Society 3, President 4; Maga- zine Drive, Assistant Captain 3, Manager 4; Glee Club 3; Band 2, 3, 4; Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4; Music Club 1, Treasurer 2, Vice-President 3, 4; Fresh- man Chef’s Club 1; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4. Ambition: College. RUTH ANN KRAMER M M Gussie’s helper . . . good typist . . . likes to roller skate . . . Silver Lake Crowd. Motif Club 4; Dance Committees 2, 3; F.H.A. 2; Music Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Bowling 1, 2; Modern Dance 1. Ambition: Travel with Judy Ziel. LORRAINE ROSE MALAGOLI Lorry She ' s got a car . . . nice curly, hair . . . can she flirt . . . Echo, Echo . . . where’s Evie? Motif Club 4; Libra- rians’ Club 1, 2; Beacon 2; Music Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 3, 4; Social Dancing 1; F.H.A. 2, 3; Volley Ball 2. Ambition: Art Teacher. 1 PATRICIA ANN KUDZIA Kudzie” Lindey . . . Hippy . . . Are there more? . . . immacu- late dresser . . . what’s the at- traction in Hawaii . . . Sway- bar . Student Council Secre- tary 4; Honor Society 3, Sec- retary-Treasurer 4; Class Treas- urer 1; Honor Roll 1, 2, 3, 4; Banking 3, 4; F.H.A. 2; Cheer- leaders 4; Girls’ Sports 2; So- cial Dancing 1; Modern Dance 2; Golf Club 3; Dance Com- mittees 2, 3; Motif Club 4; Beacon 2, 3: Lamp Staff 4; Music Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 3; Band 1; Swim Club 2, 3; Archery 2; Bowling 2, 3. Ambition: Travel to Ha- waii. JANICE LEE MASSELLE Jan Wavy black hair . . . Ray . . . the bomb . . . Mazola. Honor Roll 1, 2; Class Secretary 3; Class Treasurer 2; Honor So- ciety 4; F.H.A. 2; Dance Com- mittees 1, 2, 3, 4; Traffic Squad 3, 4; Motif Club 4; Beacon 2, 3; Lamp Staff 4; Music Club I, 2; Cheerleader 2, 3, 4; Arch- ery 2; Golf Club 3; Social Dancing 1. Ambition: Secre- tary and Marriage. THOMAS GEORGE McCAIN Tom Shaky End . . . always in a friendly mood . . . anchor man of the B.H.S. chorus . . . third member of the McCain trio. Student Council 3; Key Club 3, 4; Dramatic Club 3, 4; Lamp Staff 4; Music Club 1, 2, 3, President 4; Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Band 2, Vice-Pres- ident 3, 4; Orchestra 1, 2; Bi- ology Club 2; Fly-Tying Club 3; Freshman Chef ' s Club, Pres- ident 1; Dance Committees 3; Football 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1; Baseball 1, Intramurals 3, 4. Ambition: Clergy or Teaching. DOROTHY MAE KEMP Dot Everything ' s funny . . . Oh, Cathy . . . cute . . . Problem’s whiz . . . allergic to gym. Li- brarian Club 2, 3, 4; Music Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 2, 3; Archery 2; Bowling 1, 2; F.H.A. 2. Ambition: Secretary. RIVERS McCALOP, JR. Speedy” Quiet, but friendly as they ccme . . . oh, those shoes! . . . Berlin High’s Enrico Caruso . . . never less than a dozen in his car . . . The Crooner ”, Key Club 3, 4; Music Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Football 3, Manager 4. Ambi- tion: Marines. JEAN FRANCES McHALE Jeannie Dick . . . Bronze bomb . . . attraction at Avon . . . supplies noise for any party. Motif Club 4; Librarian ' s Club 2; Beacon 1, 2, 3; Lamp Staff 4; Music Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Modern Dance 3; Social Dancing 2; F.H.A. 2; Dance Committees 1, 2, 3; Swim Club 2, 3; Ten- nis 3; Archery 2; Golf Club 3; Girls ' Sports 1, 2, 3, 4. Am- bition: Secretary. DOROTHY LILLIAN MERRITT Dot tie Late arrival but good addi- tion . . . interest in Canada . . . Pat . . . Quiet? Motif Club 4; Music Club 3, 4. Ambition: Royal Canadian Air Force. PATRICIA ANN MUNSON Pat What would 4-H do without her? . . . she ' s a smart girl . . . quiet . . . makes her own clothes!! Motif Club 4; Glee Club 3; Music Club 1, 2, 3, 4. Ambition: Nurse. DAVID KEITH NORRIE Dave Our latest addition to the class of ' 55 . . . knows the good jokes . . . never without an armful of books . . . Did you see Dennis? Meriden High School 1, 2, 3; Dramatic Club 4; Lamp Staff 4. Am- bition: Teaching. GARY STUART NELSON Stroker Chef Boy-Ar-Dee . . . Ellie . . . remember the trunk of the Plymouth? . . . won the battle of the history class. Key Club 4; Lamp Staff, Literary Editor 4; Music Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Freshman Chef ' s Club 1; Dance Committees 3: Football 3; Driving Commission, Chair- man 4. Ambition: State Po- lice, Truck Driver, or Televi- sion. JOHN ERNEST O ' CONNELL Josh Just plain Jugger . . . how about a race? . . . Jan . . . the dashing lover with the red hair . . . sweet Rosie O ' Grady was never like this. Music Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Freshman Chef ' s Club 1; Magazine Drive 3. Ambition: Marriage and Money. WALTER JOSEPH PAJOR String The Spanish wit . . . has he stopped growing? . . . great for pulling passes from the heavens ... a great imitator of Liberace . . . Mr. Fog. Traffic Squad 3, 4; Fly-tying Club 1; Freshman Chef’s Club 1; Football 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4. Ambition: College. ROBERT WILLIAM PARZYCH Robbie One of Ferndale’s finest . . . likes to talk about cars . . . Gary, let ' s skip . . . favorite school lunch, East Berlin Meat Loaf . Art Club 2; Fly- Tying Club 1, 2; Camera Club 2; Photography Club 2; Biology Club 2; Dance Com- mittees 3, 4; Radio Club 2. Ambition: Armed Forces. 13 DONALD WALTER POLANSKI Don Hard-Hitting Red-Coat . . . mild-mannered except on the ball field . . . Listen Wells . . . nice dresser. Student Council, Vice-President 3, 4; Traffic Squad 3; Key Club Treasurer 3, President 4; Mu- sic Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 3; Fly-Tying 1, 2; Biology 2; Dance Committees; Football 2, 3, 4. Ambition: Forestry. FRANCES PAULINE PRINCE Fran” Lindey . . . Ronnie . . . Always a joke! . . . Cheer- leader . . . Motif Club Presi- dent . . . peppy. Class Vice- President 2; Class Secretary 1; Traffic Squad 3, 4; Motif Pres- ident 4; Beacon 2, 3; Lamp Staff 4; Music Club 1, 2, 3; Archery 2; Social Dancing 1; Magazine Drive 1, 2; Dance Committees 1, 2, 3, 4; Cheer- leading 2, 3, Captain 4. Am- bition: Trap a husband. PATRICIA ALICE RADDA Pat Nice dresser . . . that long hair . . . Bob . . . Did you see Kudz? . . . she likes a boy in the Army. Motif Club 4; F.H.A. 3; Librarian Club 1, Treasurer 2; Beacon 1, Assis- tant Sports Editor 2; Lamp Staff 4; Music Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Golf Club 3; Bowling Club 1; Social Dancing 1; Banking 2, 3, 4; Dance Committees 1, 2, 3, 4. Ambition: Secretary and Marriage. KENNETH JOSEPH RECTOR Ken” Helps the boys with their dates . . . never angry . . . small but lively as a squirrel . . . a friendly guy who knows a lot. Ambition: Army. EDWARD ANTHONY RAMPONI Ed” Got a pencil? . . . never without a morning paper . . . the small package of dynamite on the football team . . . Sports minded ... his girl friends come from the west corridor. Freshmen Chef’s Club 1; Art Club 2; Dance Committees 1; Model Airplane Club 2; Foot- ball 3, 4; Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Intramurals 3, 4. Ambition: Take life easy. MARGARET MARY RIO Peg Lindey” . . . Ken . . . She ' ll make a good nurse . . . Bea- con ' s Backbone . . . Land O’ Goshen . . . Can she swim? Honor Roll 1, 2, 3, 4; Honor Society 3, Vice-President 4; Class President 1; Student Council 1, Secretary 2, 4; Traffic Squad 3, 4; Motif Club 4; Beacon 1, 2, News Editor 3, Editor 4; Lamp Staff Assistant Editor 4; Music Club Secre- tary 1, 2, 3, 4; Cheerleading 2, 3, 4; Biology 2; Business Club 2; Dance Committees 1, 2, 3, 4; Golf 3; Social Dancing 1; Swim Club 2, 3, 4; Girls’ Sports 1, 2, 3, 4; Leaders Corps President 4. Ambition: Nurse. NORMAN CHARLES RIVERS Pinky Knife” . . . that Gary Cooper lanky stride . . . never stops running in soccer games . . . ready to laugh at anything . . . liked by all. Music Club 4; Freshmen Chef ' s Club 2. Ambition: Make a lot of money. 14 ERLEEN MARJORIE RUSSELL Erl” Lindey” . . . Nellbell with the ding-dong! . . . Basketball star . . . Burt . . . Ya, let ' s go”. Motif Club Vice-Presi- dent 4; Librarians Club 3; Lamp Staff 4; Band 2, 3, 4; Orchestra 2; Social Dancing 2; Biology 2; Nail, File and Hammer Club 2; Dance Com- mittees 1, 2, 3; Archery 2; Golf 2, 3, 4; Bowling 3; Bad- minton 3; Girls ' Sports 1, 2, 4; Leaders Corps 4. Ambi- tion: Teacher. ROGER ERIC SCHINDERWOLF Dukie The reason why barbers starve . . . wheels the ’49 Merc. ... he raced along Patterson Way, until that un- lucky day. Freshmen Chef ' s Club 2; Photography Club 2. Ambition: Army. JOAN NANCY TERRY Terry Lindey . . . Beautiful brown eyes . . . class wolf . . . most changed? . . . Roland. Lamp Staff 4; Motif Club 4; Music Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Cheer- leader 2; Social Dancing 2; F.H.A. 2; Biology Club 2; Business Club 2; Nail, File and Hammer Club 2; Banking 3; Dance Committees 1, 2, 3; Girls ' Sports 1, 2, 3; Swim Club 2, 3; Golf Club 3; Ar- chery 2. Ambition : Matri- mony. PETER ROBERT SCHOECH Pete Where did Randy go? . . . The Fisherman” . . . caught his first whale at the age of three . . .is he ever unhappy? Key Club 4; Lamp Staff 4; Art Club 2; Fly-Tying Club 1, 2; Photography Club 2; Biolo- gy 2, 3. Ambition: Engineer. JOAN CAROL THEBERGE Joan Quiet . . . ' oh, those boys! . . . what a temper . . . likes nylon blouses. Motif Club 4; Bowling 2, 3. Ambition: Secretary. DORIS ANN SEIPEL Dore What ' s on her mind? . . . tall and s hy ... me and my shadow . . . Oh, the Navy! Nail, File and Hammer Club 1; Band 1, 2; Orchestra 1; Tennis 2; Archery 2; Girls’ Sports 1, 2, 3. Ambition: Nurse. PATRICIA ANN STAWSKI Pat Where ' s Mouse? . . . Stawsk” . . . Florida ' s a nice place” . . . helpful . . . oh, gee! . . . Dave. Lamp Staff 4; Motif Club 4; Libra- rian ' s Club 1, 2; Beacon 1; Music Club 1, 2, 3; Glee Club 2; Business Club 1; Biology 2; F.H.A. 2; Social Dancing 1; Archery 2; Tennis Club 2; Basketball 1; Dance Commit- tees 1, 2, 3, 4. Ambition: Secretary. DIANE MARY SQUILLACOTE Di Quietest girl in class . . . likes Bingo . . . why are you blushing? . . . dresses nicely. Motif Club 4; Music Club 1, 2. Ambition: Travel. DENNIS EVON SMITH Dennie” The girl’s chauffeur . . . keeps the butch haircut fad going . . . quiet but unassum- ing. Beacon 2; Lamp Staff 4; Music Club 1; Social Dancing 1; Freshmen Chef’s Club 1; Biology 2, 3; Banking 1, 2; Dance Committees 3, 4; Chef ' s Club 2. Ambition: Pharma- cist. MICHAEL JOSEPH TOLOMEA, Jr. Cookie Ed ' s right hand man ... a gridiron battler ... he also carries a newspaper and is never without a pencil . . . C’mon you guys!” Honor Roll 1; Key Club 3; Fly-Tying Club 1, 2; Freshmen Chef ' s Club 1; Magazine Drive 3, 4; Banking 2, 3, 4; Dance Com- mittees 1, 2, 3; Football 3, 4; Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Intra- murals 2, 3, 4. Ambition: Make Money Fast. JUDITH ZIEL Zeke Fine kid . . . quiet . . . petite ways . . . Blonde and cute . . . Paper Goods! Honor Roll 1, 2; Music Club 2, 4; F.H.A. 2; Banking 3; Archery 2; Bowling 2, 3; Badminton 3; Volley Ball 2; Basketball 2, 3; Dance Committees 1, 2, 3, 4. Ambition: Travel. JOHN ANTHONY TOMASI Jack A natural for football . . . the big blonde with the mel- low voice . . . likes sharp clothes . . . what a car he has now! Golf Club 3; Freshmen Chef ' s Club 1; Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1; Magazine Drive 2. Ambition: Store Owner. RICHARD MICHAEL WARREN Chow Mein Didn’t they ever have a football uniform to fit him? . . . He’ll be Berlin High ' s Boppin’ Mortician . . . don ' t worry about the kid. Band 1, 2, 4; Dance Band 3, 4; Or- chestra 1; Football 2. Am- bition: Become a big time drummer with a big time band. ROSEMARIE FRANCES VALENTI Valentine Roy and his aqua Merc . . . nice clothes . . . great big eyes . . . Beverly . . . voice like a bird. Banking 3; Social Danc- ing 1; Motif Club 4; Librari- an’s Club 1, 2; Beacon 1; Mu- sic Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4. Ambition: Unde- cided. HARTSON CLARK WEBBER Hart Get that turkey . . . what was that vehicle he had? . . . James” . . . gives all and any cars a race and wins? . . . had that song Hart of My Hart” written for him. Fly-Tying Club 1; Intramurals 2. Ambi- tion: Automobile Mechanic. DAWN MARGUERITE WHITNEY Dawn Good in sports . . . Judy . . . business whiz. Volley Ball 1, 2, 3; Music Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Bowling 1, 2. Ambition: Secretary. ANN THOMPSON Annie The world needs nurses . . . Fearless . . . another smart kid. Honor Roll 3; Dance Com- mittees 1, 2, 3, 4; Motif Club 4; Dramatic Club 1; Music Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 2, 3; Band 2, 3, 4; Orchestra 1, 2; F.T.A. 2; Social Dancing Club 2. Ambition: Nurse. BEVERLY ANN CASALENGO Bev How was Japan? . . . likes a big wallet . . . new hairdo . . . check those fingernails . . . tiny, isn’t she? Motif Club 4; Librarian ' s Club 2; Bowling 1; Social Dancing 1; Modern Dance 2; Chorus 1, 2; Girls’ Sports 1,2. Ambition: Travel. Class tstorp Jfresbmen September of ’51 arrived! We were finally high school freshmen, eagerly looking forward to our Initiation and Reception given by the class of ’52. After this, we felt that we were an important part of Berlin High School. In May, we gave the Seniors a party — just a little thank you” for helping us through our first year. g opl)omore£i Climbing another step of the ladder we became much more active in our school. The Hayseed Hop” our first square dance was given in late fall. This was the beginning of our money making enterprises. Having heard the sad report of our treasurer, we decided to give another dance. This one was to be called Moonlight Madness” and was held outdoors on the tennis courts. It was also the last informal dance to be held at the old Berlin High School in Kensington. funtors Entering the doors of the new school we brought with us hopes of a prosperous year. Our Class initiated a practice which we hoped would be- come traditional, when class rings were presented at The Mardi Gras, our first formal dance. Another square dance The Bum’s Bounce” was given in the spring of 54.” Although, once again, we did not succeed financially, we did leave our first year at the new school — having had lots of fun. Mentors! Finally reaching the top of the ladder, we were now faced with the many problems which confront all senior classes. Initiating the freshmen was our first social event of the year; followed by the Senior Play, Square Dance, Senior Ball, Senior Banquet, and finally Graduation. Looking back over the four years, we see the many friendships made and the good times had by all. Looking toward the future we see ?? 17 Class OTtU Our minds being sound and our memories clear, We declare our will as follows here,” We leave behind us Berlin High, Hoping our memories will never die. And to future Seniors and Faculty too, We hereby bequeth our will to you:” To Mr. MacKenzie We leave a pair of sneaks to aid him in his hurried exits from assembly program. To Air. Long We leave a bloodhound to aid him in tracking down delinquent students. To Mr. Goodrow We leave an economy size aspirin to cure his four-year headache. To Mrs. Vogel We leave a pair of shower curtains to cover the blushing faces of future Senior Girls. To Mr. Bates We leave a pail of water for his dry sense of humor. To Miss Brahm We leave her struggling with her majorettes. To Afr. Charland We leave a pound of coffee and a dozen doughnuts to share with Mr. Goodrow. To Miss Clements We leave 25 new Necchi sewing machines. To Mr. Fabian We leave a bag full of new jokes for the 1956 Magazine Drive. To Miss Giannotta We leave wishing we had known her better. To Afr. Gibney We leave taking Big Walt” Pajor with us. Sorry!! To Miss Godzych We leave, hoping the Future Seniors will keep their eyes on the copy in type- writing. To Mr. Harris We leave a more co-operative and melodious chorus. To Afr. Hoagland We leave a jet-propelled car to travel his 50 miles each morning. To Mr. Hubert We leave, taking the memories of his last Drivers Ed.” class with us. To Afr. Kevorkian We leave a tape recorder for his tall tales. To Afr. Landry We leave, wishing he had come sooner. To Miss LeVan We leave, hoping someday she will catch up with her many duties. To Miss M cBrian We leave, remembering her quiet and efficient ways. To Afr. Merlino We leave, remembering his outstanding artistic abilities. To Afrr. Porter We leave, remembering her as one of the best-dressed teachers at B.H.S. To Miss Quill We leave, hoping someday she will give the future Steno” girls a social hour. To Miss Rakowski We leave, taking our gum chewing Bus. Ed. Classes with us. To Afr. Rittner We leave, thanking him for the swell job of organizing the banking system. To Miss Tail We leave, wishing her all the best of luck in the world with the Beacon.” To Miss Thompson We leave, taking the last of the boys ' breakfast club with us. To Afrr. Af cNickle We leave a taxi to get her to and from school. To Afrr. Silsby We leave a friendly goodbye. To Miss Gustavson We leave a private switch board to call absentee students. To Afrr. Beach We leave all the unclaimed articles in the lost and found department. To Mrs. Bloomquist We leave several special jars of peanut butter and jelly — just in case she ever happens to run out!! To Afrr. Corr We leave with the many problems confronting a Dean of Girls. Roman Abramski leaves his dark good looks to Milt Ludwigson. Marge Antenna leaves, wishing she could take Mr. G.” with her. Judy Bardoorian leaves a pack of cigarettes and a book of matches to future Senior Girls. Carol Bentley leaves her temper to Edna Laisell. Harold Blanchard leaves his many flirtations with underclassmen to James Hrenko. Judy Brown leaves her adult ways to Florence Lore. Paul Brunette leaves his fluttering eyes to Stanly Bakaj. Jack Bussell leaves his collection of pennies from be-boping to the Berlin High Treasury. Nancy Button leaves, dragging her Bussell behind her. Cathy Cheatham leaves her friendly ways to Dolores Kaminski. Victor DiSarro leaves his quietness to June Culver. Pat Donnelly leaves, heading for Boulder, Nevada. Diane Dumais leaves her quaint giggle to Joan Nagy. Ann Dutkiewicz leaves her generosity to Elizabeth Emerson. Ray Enstem leaves his sideburns to Lennie Matyka. Frances Fieber leaves, forever fearless! Artie France leaves his sailor suit to Sanford Armour. Bill Goodison leaves his deep gaze” to Gale Clark. Dave Goodwin leaves his (Silver) trumpet to Ernest Sachetti. Carol Goulet leaves her shorthand ability to Jean Dombrowski. Joan Guite leaves a few inches to Rose Root. Judy Griggs leaves her majorette uniform to Francis Topa. Dave Hall leaves his hot rod ' and racing techniques to Henry Mora. Eila Helin leaves her 18” waist to Bob Johnson. Evelyn Hoffman leaves her glockenspiel to Bob Zipadelli. Anita Johanns We leave still standing before the mirror in the girls ' locker-room. Carol Johnson leaves her Bermuda Shorts to Nancy Doran. Wells Johnson leaves his Adam ' s apple to all the Jr. boys, who like to watch him gurgle. Dorothy Kemp leaves her job in the Library to any deserving Junior. Ruth Kramer leaves all her typing certificates to Lynn Johnson. Pat Kudzia leaves still waiting for her Marine to land. Lorraine Malagoli leaves her blue sweater with the white angora trim to Eddie Maguda. Jan Masselle leaves all her term papers to Bob McCann. Tom McCain leaves his baritone voice to Bea Hiltpold. Rivers McCalop leaves, taking his Taxi Cab” with him. Jean McHale leaves her noisy ways to Anne Luby. Dorothy Merritt leaves her Canadian accent to Jackie Daigle. Pat Munson leaves her position in the 4-H Club to Sandra Zeil. Gary Nelson leaves his muscular physique to Bob Welz. David Norrie leaves his brief case to Irving Evans. John O’Connell leaves Jan Thoren, walking the halls alone. Wally Pajor leaves his 6 ' 4 Vl to Bill Dunn. Bob Parzych leaves his individualism to Fran Rio. Don Polanski leaves his way of teasing the girls to Gus Karlsen. Fran Prince leaves her bubbling personality to Carol Reynolds.. Pat Radda leaves Dick Potash Jumping at the Wocdside (Blow, man, blow!) Ed Ramponi leaves his outspoken ways to Arthur Godfrey. Kenny Rector leaves his daydreaming in class to Sa ' an Hanes. Peg Rio leaves, wishing she had left with K. M. last year. Erleen Russell leaves her car to Maryanne Burrell, hoping it will get her places. Norman Rivers leaves his long legs to George Malina. Roger Schinderwolf leaves his hot, souped-up Merc” to Sally Kincaid. Peter Schoeck leaves his flashy neckties to Bob Kucharzyk. Doris Seiple leaves her freckles to Duane Johnson. Dennis Smith leaves his studious appearance to Richie DiMugno. Diane Squillacote leaves her raven black hair to Jean Zuk. Pat Stawski leaves on the first express to Newington. Ronnie Steurer leaves his crew-cut to Bob Albert. Joan Terry leaves her D.A. to Nancy Dutkiewicz. Joan Theherge leaves her quiet manner to Walt Lund. Ann Thompson leaves her nursing ambition to Bette Mae Kunde. Mike Tolomea leaves his nickname Cokkie to Mary Lou Cugno. Jack Tomasi leaves his cat clothes” and catty walk” to Bill Kleinschnidt. Rosemarie Valenti leaves her singing ability to Jimmy Peretta. Dick Warren leaves all the teachers in peace and quiet. Hartson Weber leaves his date book to Bob Osik. Dawn Whitney leaves her good grades to Francis Maerz. Eddie Woods leaves his art of blushing to Bob Hall. Judy Zeil leaves her cute smile to Phyllis Romagialli. Bev Casalengo leaves. What again? We, being witnesses sound and sincere, prove this to you by our signatures here: Thus being completed and wisely thought through, We hereby declare the above to be true; And so we depart on this memorable day, And call on our witnesses in conclusion to say: Radish Mayonnaise Swaybar Buttonhole Stinky Pat Radda Diane Dumais Pat Kudzia Nancy Button Pat Donnelly Class $ropf)ec| The year 1980. The place — Berlin, Connecticut. The characters — the un- predicable class of 1955 of Berlin High School. The occasion — a television show in order to bring the members of that class together. Bill Goodison and Carol John- son, famous reporters are our commentators. The eyes of our camera first stop down Florida way, where we see that nature boy, Roman Abramskl, operating a trading post in the Everglades. A short trip brings us to Miami, where Ronnie Steurer presides over a mammoth hotel and fun resort, with Frances Prince, his wife, working as a cook in the hotel. Into the hotel walk Dorothy Kemp and Cathy Cheatham, covered with diamonds and monstrous mink coats. Through the crowd, can be seen the new hairdos fashioned by Judy Bardoorian and Diane Squillacote, hair stylists. They came to see the night’s enter- tainment which included the Bussell and Warren Jazz Band, featuring Be Bop Rivers McCalop, famous New Orleans blues singer. Later in the evening, the ballroom was graced by the presence of the mayor, John O’Connell; With Mr. O’Connell was his special body guard, Roger Schwinderwolf. Time passes on, so we take our leave of Florida and scan the states once again. Our next stop is Texas, and we see millionaire cattle rancher, Jack Tomasi riding the range. Working for him on his ranch are Paul Brunette, Denis Smith, and Dave Norrie, three famous bronc busters. Farther away is another large estate — a turkey farm run by Hartson Weber, who doubles as a Studebaker mechanic. As we ap- proach the Rio Grande River, we see steamboat captain Vic Babe” DiSarro pilot- ing a cargo of Bob Parzych’s special vanilla extraction on its way. Our next stop is also on the water — the New England coast. The fishing schooner Chooch” owned and piloted by Sea Dog Pete Schoech, is preparing to take two deep sea sportsmen, Tom McCain, sardine canner and Don Polanski, sea gull breeder, to get their annual catch. While we are in New England, we stop in Boston to see Eddie Woods, who manufactures baked beans. Still in New England we stop at Fran Fieber’s Pizza Palace where Anita Johanns gives us fast service. High above us in a passenger plane, Pat Radda, air line hostess, serves coffee to her passengers which include movie star, Jan Masselle, Pat Munson, jet pilot, and Ray Enstam, 7-Star General. We leave and arrive in Pennsylvania, where Wells Johnson, a coal miner, comes up from the mines to greet us. Joan Guite, a bus driver, takes us into Phila- delphia where Dotty Merritt is patching the crack in the Liberty Bell. Pat Donnelly, famous fashion designer, takes us through her shop, where models Doris Siepel and Sweet Rosy” Valenti are displaying the latest items. 20 Our escort through the Pennsylvania countryside is state trooper, Gary Nelson, who has just given Eve Hoffman a ticket for speeding. Along the way we see Pat Stawski’s dairy farm where Judy Griggs is busily milking cows. Back in Philadel- phia, we stop at the naval center, where Hal Blanchard, a new enlistee, is being reprimanded by Fleet Admiral Art France for dating his navy secretary, Joan Terry. Time has come to go, so we depart for San Francisco, California, where first we see Eila Helin picking oranges. In the city a football game is about to begin, so we go in. We see Mike Tolomea and Ed Ramponi, star backs of the San Fran- cisco 49 ' s, warming up. Here to watch the game is Walt Pajor, New York Yankee Pitcher, who flew in from New York. Across the street an enthusiastic crowd is watching flag pole sitter Carol Goulet completing her fifth year on that pole. Carol looks across the city to the river where Lorraine Malagoli is still painting the Golden Gate Bridge. We leave the game and head for Georgia where presently we see Marge Antenna singing Swanee River” on a cotton plantation. On we go to Atlanta to find Carol Bentley, a cab driver, involved in an accident with truck driver, Dave Goodwin. Watching from an open man hole is sewage engineer, Dave Hall. Down the street is Nancy Button’s cheese factory where Ann Dutkiewicz is drilling the holes in some swiss cheese. Our trip is really going strong now, so we leave and head for Maine. As we pass the nation’s capitol we see Representative Ken Rector debating in Congress. Then we pass Vermont and in the woods we find lumberjack Norm Rivers yelling Timber!” Finally in Maine we stop at Frenchie Dumais’ Chop Suey Restaurant where torch singer Ruth Kramer is giving out with fiery vocals. Sitting in a booth are Judy Brown, potato grower and Peg Rio, submarine mechanic. Over at the state prison is warden, Pat Kudzia, who is congratulating two bloodhounds for cap- turing famous safe cracker, Jean McHale. Our camera now starts to make a fast sweep of the country to pick up any left out. Sure enough we find some. In Kentucky we see Judy Ziel rolling cigars. Then out to Reno, Nevada, where Joan Theberge is involved in an illegal gambling syn- dicate. (Later policewoman, Dawn Whitney smashed the racket.) In Utah can be seen Ann Thompson sifting the salt from the Great Salt Lake. We close our trip watching Erleen Russell, a woman wrestler in Chicago, battling Two Ton Sophie. Witnessed by: Signed by: The Boys ” Sgt. Friday” Gary Nelson (ghost writer) Peter Schoech (propheteer) Harold Blanchard (profiteer) 21 DONE MOST FOR THE CLASS Dave Hall — Peg. Rio ROMEO AND JULIET Ronnie Steurer — Fran Prince Class BEST D Jack Bussell — Antenna MOST GULLIBLE Paul Brunette — Jean McHale MOST POPULA Dave Hall — Peg MOST ATHLETIC Walt Pajor — Erleen Russell Vic DiSarro — Diane Squillacote BEST DRESSED Don Polanski — Pat Kudzia MOST CHANGED Roman Abramski — Joan Terry ‘“I J CLASS JOKERS Dave Hall — Fran Prince TT5 A XT A C A if TT T? I r AINA :MVIILn Eddy Ramponi — Peg Rio BUSINESS MANAGERS EDITORS AND ADVISOR Erleen Russell and Tom McCain Peg Rio, Wells Johnson, Mrs. Vogel ART EDITOR Fran Fieber LITERARY EDITORS Judy Bardoorian and Gary Nelson Hamp PROPHECY Pete Schoech, Harold Blanchard, Gary Nelson HISTORY Carol Johnson and Erleen Russell WILL Pat Radda, Pat Kudzia, Nancy Button, Diane Dumais PHOTOGRAPHY Fran Prince, Marge Antenna, Jan Masselle, Pat Stawski, Carol Goulet, Carol Bentley SPORTS EDITORS TYPING STAFF Carol Johnson and Mike Jan Masselle, Carol Bentley, Pat Radda, Pat Tolomea Stawski, Nancy Button, Diane Dumais, Fran Prince, Marge Antenna 24 JUNIOR GIRLS First row, left to right: Advisor, Miss Quill, B. Larson, N. Doran, S. Hanes, M. Burrell, S. Ziel, M. Slepski, J, Culver, Advisor, Miss Tatt. Second row, left to right: N. Dutkiewicz, G. Clark, S. Kincaid, M. Moguliski, J. Daigle, F. Lore, E. Peterson, J. Thoren, R. Root. Third row, left to right: E. Laiscell, E. Emerson, J. Treece, J. Dombrowski, R. Sturtevant, J. Nagy, G. Pectal, A. Luby, C. Reynolds. Fourth row, left to right: J. Zuk, B. Hiltpold, B. Kunde, J. Petow, P. Romegialli, P. Ward, C. Czerwinski, D. Kaminiski, L. Johnson, D. Johnson. CLASS OFFICERS President Henry Mora Vice-President Fran Rio Secretary Judy Pauloz Treasurer Walter Lund Advisor Mr. Fabian JUNIOR BOYS First row, left to right: D. Garrison, F. Maerz, J. Hrenko, R. DiMugno, L. Grant, E. Sachetti, R. Kuhnly, J. DeVivo, Adviser, Mrs. Potter. Second row, left to right: C. Sasiela, G. Szilage, R. Zipadelli, R. Potash, R. Welz, R. Hall, P. Henriques, S Armour, G. Malina. Third row, left to right: J. Perretta, G. Karlsen, J. Hanson, W. Dunn, L. Zarotney, M. Ludwigson, W. Kleinschmidt, R. Seaburg, F. Topa Fourth row, left to right: R. Cooney, R. McCann, R. Albert, R. Johnson, D. God- frey, R. Veronesi, R. Kucharczyk, R. Osik. SOPHOMORE GIRLS First row, left to right: Miss Clements, Class Advisor; D. Brunette, P. Norman, F. Blanchard, D. Blanchard, S, Wind, C. Begin, D. Smith, F. Thibault, Miss McBrien, Class Advisor. Second row, left to right: Miss Brahm, Class Advisor; A. Martin, B. Keating, M. Andros, J. Woods, B. Ziel, J. Sedgwick, L. Vredenburg, J. Bolles, N. Ramy. Third row, left to right: B. Hardy, B. Ferrero, H. Wrobel, M. Cugno, D. McKay, A. Michel, J. Ferrero, N. Rivers, L. Prudhon, B. Labieniec. Fourth row, left to right: C. Simcik, D. Johanns, E. Mongillo, C. Flematti, B. Wrobel, E. Griffith, S. Scarola, M. Borgo, B. Muchkor. Fifth row, left to right: C. Huber, C. Kalencik, S. Dyer, E. Erling, J. Munson, M. Bandarutis. CLASS OFFICERS President Peter King Vice-President Kenneth Burt Secretary Florence Tolomea Treasurer Jean Yacinski SOPHOMORE BOYS First row, left to right: R. Rich, D. Williams, P. Noble, F. Cichowski, R. Zucchi, T. Tyburski, G. Graziano, M. Tattersall, Mr. Hoagland, Class Advisor. Second row, left to right: R. Stack, C. Vibert, R. Thompson, D. Chase, N. King, L. Matyka, J. Scarola, R. Gorneault, F. Miglietta. Third row, left to right: A. Talbot, J. New- man, M. Pabst, J. Ross, V. Lavender, R. Lamkins, R. LeBel, D. Yale. Fourth row, left to right: R. Diston, A. Dickinson, R. Maier, D. Enstam, R. Aldrich, C. Padelli, B. Zipadelli, R. Niles, J. Solek. t T FRESHMEN GIRLS First row, left to right: G. Huck, R. Leone, B. Pacyna, P. Pulcini, G. Slepski, C. Swanson, R. Kinch, M. Johnson, M. Johnson, J. Norrie, Miss Godzyck, Advisor. Second row, left to right: L. Bighinatti, B. Grassi, C. Peterson, L. Peck, J. Nilsson, B. Recck, D. Bentley, D. Thompson, B. Bergstrom, V. Sherman, L. Kozalka. Third row, left to right: R. Hanson, N. Carter, C. Hamlin, A. Avery, P. Corvi, L. Goyette, M. Sandstrom, J. Neuman, V. Cannon. Fourth row, left to right: M. Fiske, P. Moorehead, L. Matyka, J. Wolf, J. Johnson, J. Romegialli, P. McCann, J. Paturzo, P. Labieniec, C. Greenlaw. Fifth row, left to right: N. Neilson, J. Knopf, B. Sed- don, D. Occhi, J. Bittner, G. Begin, J. Bradley, B. Solek, B. Sturtevant, M. Palmeri. President Vice-President Secretary Treasurer Advisor Ken Frisk Peter Borgo Nancy Hall Betsy McCabe Miss Rakowski FRESHMEN BOYS Jfresfjmm First row, left to right: Advisor, Mrs. Giannotta, D. Lawyer, S. Szydlowski, T. Gerdis, M. Waldron, Z. Garbriel, J. MacPherson, S. Grega, R. Casalengo, J. Jeppeson, J. Johnson. Second row, left to right: H. Gerkin, C. Hislop, W. Keating, W. Sturtevant, A. Pabst, T. Neilson, R. Peterson, W. Rcot, C. Chambrello. Third row, left to right: R. Berg, K. Johnson, A. Albert, R. Kowalczyk, J. Scalora, A. Voorhees, K. Nelson, J. Bradbury, L. Schoech. Fourth row, left to right: S. Banks, W. Seelig, J. Nixer, J. Greenlaw, W. Havton, R. Chambrello, R. Chant, A. Znosko, R. Tolomea, L. Cannon. Fifth row, left to right: D. Newell, R. Pedemonte, E. Pepe, R. Toce, E. Bradley, R. Gonya, F. Mitchell, R. Daigle, P. Schelin, J. Buckley. CLASS OFFICERS M. Tolomea, E. Ramponi, D. Pol- anski, W. Pajor, J. Tomasi, T. McCain. Don Polaski — Toe” — Real rugged on the field — Can he tackle! ■ � . , mm 0 ■fn 1 t-c 1 : y a v mm r ■ 1 [ • Id ( : 1 “ 1 1 1 JL m FOOTBALL Canton Simsbury Farmington Plainfield Cheshire Griswold New Britain J.V. Eddie Laiscell — Water Boy Rivers McCalop — Manager. Eddie Ramponi — Ramp” — Small, fast, and dangerous — ! Wally Pajor — String — Never misses a pass — His home is at right end. First row, left to right: T. Gerdis, D. Polanski, I. Evans, E. Ramponi, J. Tomasi (Captain), L. Matyka, M. Tolomea, F. Rio, J. Johnson. Second row: H. Gerkin, R. DiMu gno, R. Johnson, W. Pajor, K. Burt, W. Seelig, R. Pedemont, D. Shene, A. Talbot. Third row: R. Albert, R. McCann, R. Cooney, T. McCain, M. Pabst, J. Newman, R. Potash. Fourth row: E. Albert, Coaches - Fabian, Gibney, and Landry, R. McCalop (Mgr.). Action!! Mike Tolomea — Cook” — Helps make the backfield click! Tom McCain — Shaky” — Never was there a player with more spirit — In on every play! WE 6 7 34 14 26 21 42 THEY 12 0 13 24 0 0 0 Varsity — First row, left to right: J. Perretta, R. McCann, H. Mora, W. Pajor, F. Rio, (co-cap- tains), W. Johnson, R. Steurer. Second row, left to right: Coach Landry, W. Lund (manager), L. Matyka, R. Osik, M. Tattersall, R. Kucharczyk, D. King, Coach Gibney. T B A L L Wells Johnson — Floor King — Can really handle that ball — Resembles George Mikan in action! Ronnie Steurer — Speedy — What an eye — Lots of hustle — Real team spirit! JUNIOR VARSITY — First row, left to right: K. Burt, R. Kucharczyk, L. Matyka, M. Tattersall, R. Osik, N. King. Second row, left to right: P. King, T. Gerdis, W. Seelig, R. Chant, J. Buckley, J. Neuman. Third row, left to right: Coach Landry, R. Berg, R. Johnson, Coach Gibney, R. Daigle, E. Bradley, W. Lund (manager). Pajor! Mora and Perretta! WE THEY Canton 40 54 Portland 53 51 Suffield 47 40 Bacon 69 43 Bloomfield 42 39 Cheshire . 75 50 East Hampton 53 59 Winsor Locks 62 54 Cheshire 75 50 Canton 65 52 Portland 64 44 Suffield 68 47 Bacon 76 38 Bloomfield 66 52 St. Anthony 60 66 East Hampton 52 56 Windsor Locks 45 52 TOURNAMENT Thomaston 74 65 Abbott Tech 48 46 Terryville 47 56 Johnson! Pajor-Rio! 33 BASEBALL First row, left to right: Coach Fabian, G. Szilage, J. Johnson, F. Rio, K. Burt, Coach Gibney. Second row, left to right: L. Matyka, B. Kucharczyk, B. Johnson, L. Zarotney, D. Chase, N. King. Third row, left to right: W .Johnson, H. Mora, R. Cconey, R. Steurer, J. Perretta, P. Henriques. 34 WE Goodwin Tech 17 Portland 2 Windsor Locks 2 Bacon Academy 6 Simsbury 9 Goodwin Tech 9 SCHEDULE THEY 12 Suffield 3 Canton 5 Simsbury 8 Newington 5 Bloomfield 5 East Hampton 8 7 6 5 7 5 2 6 5 7 1 2 Under the direction and supervision of Mrs. Vogel, the Cheerleaders have done a gocd job of developing school spirit in Berlin High. This year the squad consisted of Frances Prince, captain, Margaret Antenna, Margaret Rio, Janice Masselle, Patricia Kudzia, Edna Laiscell, Helen Wrobel, and Diane McKay. The girls are chosen from grades ten through twelve by the women faculty on the basis of scholarship, personality, neatness, co-ordination, and pep. Graduating Cheerleaders Tan — Reliable, always there with a LEADERS’ CORPS This year the group is made up from Senior High Girls having one represen- tative from the Freshman Class, two rep- resentatives from the Sophomore Class, two representatives form the Junior Class, and four representatives from the Senior Class. These girls have shown outstanding athletic ability, le adership, and sportsman- ship. They have played against the women faculty in basketball games — held play days — and helped in directing gym classes. Their advisor is Mrs. John Vogel. Leoders ' Corps — Left to right: M. Moguliski, C. Johnson, P. Rio, E. Russell, J. Bardoorian. Second row: J. Ferrero, J. Johnson, N. Rivers, J. Daigle. MAJORETTES This organization consists of thirteen girls under the supervision of Miss Cath- erine Godzyk. The majorettes twirl at football and basketball games. The of- ficers are President and Head Majorette, Carol Flematti; Secretary, Susie Scarola; and Treasurer, Nancy Ramy. 36 Majorettes — First row, left to right: M. Martin, M. Wrobel, C. Flematti, S. Scalora, P. Chesery. Second row: G. Thomas, R. Graziano, M. Fiske, B. Varrialle, N. Ramy, D. Ross, B. Ziel. INTRAMURALS Approximately sixty boys took advan- tage in the boys’ intramural program this year. The activities offered during their seasons were basketball, apparatus, wrestling, volleyball and softball. Boys from all classes participated. Boys Intramurals — First row, left to right: B. Kleinschmidt, J. Hrenko, P. Henriques, D. Godfrey, W. Lund, B. Welz, R. Kuhnly. Second row, left to right: T. Tyburski, R. Seaburg, R. DiMugno, R. Hall, Milt Ludwigson, F. Topa, D. Shene. Third row, left to right: C. Hislop, P. Borgo, D. Chiaveris, L. Zarotney, G. Szilage, D. Potash, Advisor, Mr. Gibney. GOLF CLUB The Golf Club under the supervision of Mr. Bates is composed of students from the Junior and Senior High Schools. They meet every Monday for instructions in the fundamentals of golf. In the spring a tournament is played at the Stanley Golf Course and sometimes held with other schools. First row: L. Cannon, C. MacPherson, E. Dubuc, R. Gallnot, J. Brunnett, J. Olson, D. Kapica, B. Pavlech, W. Simcik, R. Garlick, P. Koszalka, R. Bighinatti. Second row: J. Turner, R. Johnson, B. Clapp, D. DiMugno, J. King, K. Burt, D. Woodruff, R. Garlick, D. Topa, P. Catalano. Third row: R. Stack, P. King, T. Tyburski, L. Matyka, J. Hrenko. GOLF TEAM The Golf Team was organized by Mr. Bates for those boys who wish to acquire a sound basic knowledge of the game, and to stimulate an interest in high school competitive golf. Last year six interschol- astic matches were held. 37 Left to right R. Stack, J. Hrenko, R. Kuhnly, R. DiMugno, T. Tyberski, P. King, M. Ludwigson, Mr. Bates, Advisor. SPEEDBALL Speedball is a new sport that was in- troduced to the girls this year. It is a combination of soccer and basketball. It may be played in or out of doors. The girls met during the fall months after school. Frist row: D. Smith, J. Bardoorian, E. Russell, P. Rio, M. Bandarutis. Second row: B. Labieniec, J. Bolles, F. Tolomea, B. Muchkor, L. Prudhon, L. Johnson. Third row: J. Munson, N. Rivers, J. Johnson, J. Daigle, M. Mogolowski, P. Romegialli. Fourth row: B. Sturtevant, J. Wolf, L. Matyka, L. Bighanatti, B. McCabe, R. Leone, L. Lore. Fifth row: J. Ferrero, S. Scarola, E. Griffith, B. Wrobel, D. Kaminski, F. Thibault. BASKETBALL The girls basketball season runs for eight weeks. Junior and Seniors play Tuesday nights after school, and Freshmen and Sophomores play Friday. An intra- mural tournament will be held at the end of the season. The girls participate in play days with schools of surrounding areas. Bottom row, left to right: M. Antenna, M. Rio, C. Johnscn, E. Russell, J. Bardoorian, F. Fieber, C. Goulet. Second row, left to right: J. Petow, A. Martin, B. Labieniec, J. Bolles, D. Smith, P. Ward, P. Romegialli, J. Daigle, M. Slepski! S. Zed, E. Laiscell. Third row, left to right: J. Pauloz, C. Greenlaw, F. Tolemea,’ B. Solek, G. Gegin, L. Brown, P. Pulcini, B. Sturtevant, J. Nillson, L. Matyka Fourth row, left to right: B. Larson, B. Muchker, Thibautl, L. Prudhon, J. Munson, M. Bandarutis, L. Kozalka, A. Avery, J. Johnson. Fifth row, left to right: J. Zuk, B. Hardy, B. Cugno, A. Michel, N. Rivers, J. Ferrero, B. Wrobel F. Griffith, S. Scarola. SWIMMING The swimming club was made up from girls of all classes. They met Wednesday afternoons at the Y. W. C. A. in New Britain. The girls had fun at their swim- ming club and occasionally had me ets with New Britain, Bristol, Portland, and Mid- dletown. First row, left to right: J. Bardoorian, C. Johns: n, J. McHale, M. Antenna, J. Terry, P. Rio, P. Radda, P. Kudzia, H. Wrobel. Second row: J. Bolles, B. 38 Labieniec, B. Larson, J. Culver, N. Ramy, A. Michel, B. Hardy, M. Cugno, P. Ward. Third row: L. Prudhon, Pat Norman, S. Wind, P. Simcik, J. Nillson, L Peck, C Peterson J. Zuk. Fourth r w: L. Matyka L. Bighinatti, P. McCann, J eLa+i ncj C I u, b First row: P. Rio, W. Johnson, P. Kudzia. Second row: Miss McBrien, Adyisor, J. Masselle, H. Blanchard, J. Bardoorian. THE NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY Janice Masselle The National Honor Siciety is made up of Juniors and Seniors chosen on the basis of character, scholarship, leadership, and service. This year, it is taking charge of the assembly programs and is maintaining displays for the showcases. The officers are President, Wells Johnson; Vice-President, Peg Rio; and Secretary- Treasurer, Pat Kudzia. Miss McBrien is the advisor hm i lUINAL HONOR Harold Blanchard 40 Wells Johnson, Pat Kudzia, Peg Rio, Judy Bardoorian signing the book. STUDENT COUNCIL Student Council is the governing body of the students in the high school. Its members are elected by the high school students and faculty. Projects for this year have been: organization of clubs; adoption of a war orphan; promoting co- operation between students and teachers. The council is under the guidance of Miss Marie Lean. Officers are: President, Judith Bardoorian; Vice-President, Milton Lud- wigson; Secretary, Patricia Kudzia; Judith Pauloz; Treasurer, Judith Bolles. First row: Miss LeVan, J. Pauloz, J. Bolles, M. Ludwigson, J. Bardoorian, P. Kudzia. Second row: F. Rio, D. Hall, P. Rio, R. Hanson, J. Brown, K. Friske, P. Borgo. Third row: D. Polanski, A. Avery, j. Daigel, G. Clarke, B. Labieniec, P. King. Fourth row: W. Johnson, H. Mora. TRAFFIC SQUAD The Traffic Squad is comprised of stu- dents from the Junior and Senior classes, selected on a basis of scholarship and leadership abilities. Their job is to main- tain law and order, which is done by regulating traffic in the corridors between periods and at all assemblies, and to see that all school rules are followed. Mr. Gibney is the faculty advisor. M. Moguliski, M. Antenna, F. Prince, C. Goulet, J. Petow, S. Kincaid, J. Masselle, P. Henriques, J. Perretta, G. Karlsen, B. Goodison, W. Pajor, B. Hall, B. Kuc- harczyk, R. Steurer, M. Tolomeo. 41 THE KEY CLUB INTERNATIONAL The Key Club International is a newly organized group for Sophomore, Junior, and Senior boys. The members are chosen on the basis of leadership, character, and service. The club received its charter March 12, 1954. The club works under the supervision of the New Britain Ki- wanis Club. Among the boys’ projects for this year are the building of a base- ball and football scoreboard, selling tic- kets at ball games, and the supervision of traffic posts during fire drills. Mr. Goodrow is the Club advisor; the officers are as follows — President, Donald Po- lanski; Vice-President, Wells Johnson; Secretary; Walter Lund; Assistant Secre- tary, Peter Schoech; and Treasurer, Henry Mora. Key Club — First row: Mr. Goodrow, P. Schoech, W. Johnson, D. Polanski, W. Lund, H. Mora, D. Godwin, T. McCain. Second row: R. Enstam, D. Hall, G. Graziano, R. Zucchi, P. King, T. Tyburski, A. France. Third row: M. Tolomeo, R. Potash, G. Nelson, F. Rio, R. McCalop, L. Matyka, K. Burt. THE MOTIF CLUB The Motif Club is an organization com- posed of senior girls. The purpose of this club is to give the girls an opportunity to develop social attitudes through various planned activities. The important yearly project is a trip to Washington, D. C. during the spring vacation. Class officers are: President, Frances Prince; Vice-Pres- ident, Erleen Russell; Secretary, Marge Antenna; Treasurer, Carol Goulet. Motif Club: Marge Antenna, Nancy Button, Peg Rio, Judy Bardoorian, Pat Kudzia, Pat Radda, Carolyn Johnson, Rcsemarie Valenti, Dawn Whitney, Judy Ziel, Judy Brown, Evelyn Hoffman, Doris Siepel, Joan Guite, Jean McHale, Jan Masselle, Pat Munson, Fren Fieber, Erleen Russell, Miss Rakowski, Advisor, Fran Prince, Joan Terry, Carol Bentley, Ann Thompson, Pat Donnelly, Dorothy Merritt, Ruth Kramer, Judy Griggs, Eila Helin, Diane Dumais, Lorraine Mala- goli, Anne Dutkiewicz, Pat Stawski, Joan Theberge, Dorothy Kemp, Diane Squillacote, Bev Casalengo, Anita Johanns, Carol Goulet. Sir Andrew, Maria, Sir Toby. First row, left to right: T. McCain, N. Button, P. Donnelly, A. Thompson, B. Gocdison, Mrs. Porter, Director. Sec- ond row: D. Norrie, R. Stuerer, D. Pol- anski, D. Godwin, P. Brunette, R. Enstam, D. Hall, H. Blanchard. SENIOR PLAY This year, for the first time in the his- tory of B. H. S., the Senior Class put on a Shakespearean comedy for their annual class play. The farce Twelfth Night’’ was presented in the auditorium on April fifteenth and sixteenth. Sebastian, Viola. Orsino, Valentine. Cast: Feste Dave Goodwin Orsino Bill Goodison Valentine Ray Enstam Viola Pat Donnelly Sea Captain Dave Norrie Sir Toby Belch Dave Hall Maria Nancy Button Sir Andrew Harold Blanchard Olivia Ann Thompson Malvolio Tom McCain Sebastian Don Polanski Antonio Ronnie Steurer Priest Paul Brunette Priest — Olivia — Antonio. Feste, Malviolio, Sea Captain. 43 THE BERLIN HIGH BAND The Berlin High Band was organized to give students interested in playing an instrument a chance to get experience and further his musical knowledge. The band has played at previous foot- ball games and also has marched and played at local parades. They have sup- plied music at many assemblies and pep rallies. The band is comprised mostly of brass and woodwinds, and so far their music has met with much approval. Each year a band concert is put on by the band. Their advisor is Mr. Charland. Band — First row, left to right: D. Bolles, L. Kozalka, F. Fieber, J. Neuman, T. Gerdis, S. Thompson, W. Johnson. Second row: E. Sachetti, H. Mora, R. Kuhnley, T. Gherkin, C. Hislop, E. Russell, B. Blomgren. Third row: J. Griggs, W. Seelig, D. Goodwin, D. Potash, T. Talbot, F. Mearr, J. Hillson, E. Hollman. Fourth row: J. Buckley, R. Berg, A. Thompson, L. Peck, C. Peterson, A. Armour. Fifth row: Mr. Charland, Advisor, K. Burt, D. Warren, E. Albert, T. McCain, W. Lund, C. Goodwin. DANCE BAND The Dance Band was organized to pro- vide the opportunity for those who wish to play the dance type of music and to provide wholesome activity to benefit the entire student body. They play at school assemblies, dances, and in the caf- eteria during lunch periods. The officers are: Student director, Wells Johnson; As- sistand Director, Walt Lund; Treasure, Dick Warren; and Secretary, Caroline Peterson. Mr. Edward Vater is faculty ad- visor. First row, left to right: H. Mora, R. Kuhnley, P. King, H. Gerkin, W .Johnson. Second row: Mr. Vater, Advisor, C. Peterson, R. Berg, J. Buckley, F. Maerz, R. Potash, W. Lund. Third row: R. Warren, T. McCain, R. Hall. 44 President Vice-President Secretary Treasurer Advisor OFFICERS Tom McCain Betty Mae Kunde Carol Peterson Barbara Labieniec Mr. W. V. Harris THE BERLIN HIGH CHORUS AND MUSIC CLUB The Berlin High Chorus and Music Club was organized to promote and de- velop more and better music in our high school curriculum. The activities of the chorus this year consist of a formal con- cert held in April, and a day-long trip to a music festival where many other schools are represented. These are the main func- tions which the chorus works hard to make successful. 45 Dramatic Club — First row: L. Miller, J. Fritszon, C. May, S. Michel, A. Graziano, R. Avery, B. Gorgini, M. Dodson, I. Maerz. Second r w : E. Russell, J. Bardoorian, R. Zucchi, A. Michel, T. Tyburski, P. Donnelly, F. Fieber. Third row: H. Blanchard, G. Graziano, Mrs. Porter, Advisor, T. McCain, D. Norrie. DRAMATIC CLUB The Dramatic Club this year put on The Great Big Doorstep” and the Senior Class play. Money earned was used to buy lights and other other stage equip- ment for future productions. The club’s advisor is Mrs Helen Porter. Officers are: President, Andrea Michel; Vice-President, Tom Tyburski; Secretary-Treasurer, Ron- ald Zucchi. 46 BEACON The Beacon Staff was reorganized this year and resulted in the distribution of the first printed Christmas issue in two years. The staff also presented the annual Holly Dance in conjunction with the Stu- dent Council. The Beacon also runs a column in the Parade of Youth. Miss Tatt is the advisor and the staff consists of the following: News Editor, Sally Kincaid; Department Editor, Bar- bara Labieniec; Feature Editor, Gale Clark; and Sports Editors, Marge Antenna and Bob Kucharczyk. Beacon — First row, left to right: M. Antenna, S. Kincaid, B. Kucharczyk, B. Labieniec, G. Clark. Second row: Miss Tatt, Advisor, R. Hanson, B. McCabe, L. Bighinatti, M. Slepski, S. Ziel, A. Michel, J. Bolles, M. Cugno, J. Woods. Third row: E. Emerson, B. Hall, A. Dickenson, C. Hislop. LIBRARIAN’S CLUB The Librarian’s Club is made up of Junior and Senior high school girls. The members assist Mrs. Giannotta in the li- brary by helping to keep it in order and by acting as librarians in their free periods. Librarian ' s Club — Left to right: M. Huber, S. Holmes, M. Bandarutus, D. Kemp, B. Muckor, Mrs. Giannotta, Advisor, L. Prudhon, J. Munson, D. Smith. First row: C. Bgay. J. Fritzson, C. May, 1. Maerz, R. Abramski, S. Michel, J. Georgini, C. Nalewajek. Second row ' : Mr. Rittner, Advisor, S. Clarke, F. Chctkowski, D. Polanski, G. Grabowski, L. Hull, Mr. Dow ' ner, Advisor. SCIENCE CLUB The Science Club was organized this year to promote interest in science in the school and to provide those students with scientific aptitudes an opportunity to work on science projects outside of the regular classroom. The club meets Wednesday afternoons right after school in the biology lab. 47 F. T. A. Field trips, speakers, and observations in elementary classrooms are the plans for this year’s Future Teachers of America Club. First row, left to right: Miss Quill, J. Pauloz, J. Bardocrian, C. Johnson, G. Clark, F.. Russell. Second row, left to right: A. Michel, J. Bolles, D. McKay, B. Hardy, B. Labieniec, C. Begin, L. Vredenburg, D. Smith, M. Bandaritus. DEBATE CLUB This year’s Debate Club as in previous years represented at University of Con- necticut at the Annual Debate Meet. They also were in charge of a state organization meeting held here at the High School in October comprising debate teams from all over the state, their advisors and the Board of Directors of debating in the state. They also took part in an inter- school debate at Hartford Public High School. The topic for discussion was the proposed eighteen year old vote. The club’s advisor is Mr. Hoagland. Officers are: President, Harold Blanchard; Vice- President, Judith Bardoorian; Secretary, Andrea Michel; Treasurer, A. Michel. Left to right: J. Bolles, B. Labieniec, M. Ludwigson, H. Blanchard, J. Bar- doorian, A. Michel, Mr. Hoagland, Advisor. SAFE-DRIVING CLUB The Safe-Driving Club is composed of all the student drivers in the school. Within the organization is an active com- mittee of five drivers who strive to pro- mote safe driving habits on the school grounds. The advisor for the committee is Mr. Kevorkian, the chairman is Gary Nelson, and the other members are Dave Hall, Judy Petow, Hartson Weber, and Roger Schindewolf. First row, left to right: H. Weber, G. Clark, J. Petow, L. Malagoli, E. Russell, D. Hall, R. Schindewolf, Mr. Kevorkian, Advisor. Second row, left to right: L. Grant, B. Dunn, B. Johnson, B. Albert, B. McCann, F. Rio, D. Potash, M. Tolomea, R. Steurer, J. O ' Connell. Third row, left to right: C. Sasiela, M. Ludurgson, R. Seaburg, B. Kleinschmidt, W. Lund, R. McCalop, D. Warren, J. Bussell. Fourth row, left to right: D. Polanski, R. Enstam, H. Blanchard, B. Parzych, E. Ramponi, J. Tomasi, N. Rivers, D. Chiviaris. AUDIO-VISUAL AIDS CLUB The Audio-Visual Aids Club was ori- ginally organized to take care of the high school needs, but has since expanded to assisting at P.T.A.’s, Boy and Girl Scout functions, and various othe r community meetings throughout town. Officers are President, D. Goodwin, Secretary, J. Bol- les, Treasurer, A. France. First row, left to right: G. Graziano, J. Bolles, A. France, D. Goodwin. Second row, left to right: S. Armcur, A. Michel, B. Hardy, M. Cugno, Mr. Downer, Advisor. Third row, left to right: R. Bosso, M. Tattersall, D. Williams, S. Clarke. MODEL AIRPLANE CLUB The purpose of the Model Airplane Club is to teach members nomenclature of planes, theory of flight, and principles of internal combustion engines and to teach members to work together for the common cause of flying and building planes. The officers of the club are: Pres- ident, William Seeling; Vice-President, Richard Pedemonti; Treasurer, Daniel Shene; and advisor, Mr. Ursone. First row, left to right: D. Knowton, B. Driscoll, B. Seeley, D. Shene, D. Newell, R. Pedemonti, E. LaSalle. Second row, left to right: Mr. Ursone, Advisor, J. Greenlaw, L. Cannon, K. Marino, W. Root, D. Tousignant, T. Gerdis, A. Gay, R. Warner. Third row, left to right: J. Walen, S. Clarke, D. Guite, R. Ganyea, R. Pack, E. Pepe, R. Forauer. First row, left to right: J. Daigle, D. Hall, J. Pauloz, Mr. Fabian, Advisor, W. Johnson, F. Prince, F. Rio. Second row: L. Matyka, B. Grassi, L. Bighinatti, S. Kincaid, R. DiMugno, T. Tyberski. Third row: W. Lund, B. Labieniec, R. MAGAZINE DRIVE This year was a big year for the Soph- omores in the magazine drive. In a run- away race, led by the school’s top sales- man, Pete King, the Sophomores added an extra $200 to their class treasury. They were followed by the Juniors, the Fresh- men, and the Seniors, in that order. Two trips were taken again this year. Members of the $50 Club were treated to a Broadway Play in New York, and members of the $100 Club were given a novel trip, a salt water yachting trip, com- plete with swimming and fishing. PATRONS Berlin Meats and Groceries Bob’s Service Center Bottner’s Service Station Dr. S. F. Cohen Dor-Will’s Restaurant The Eastern Brick Company Mr. Mrs. Ernest Hall George H. Hamlin Mr. Mrs. William V. Harris Hi- Way Market Mr. Mrs. Harry Kieffer Kensington Mr. Nick Latorre Dr. Mrs. J. P. McIntosh Dr. Chris W. Meligonis Dr. James E. O’Brien Mr. Mrs. Harry Pentore Pure Ice-Oil Co. Inc. Silver Diner Ted’s Service Center Mr. Mrs. Ernest Theberge Mr. S. Sam Valenti Mr. Mrs. John White and Ten ELLSWORTH BROTHERS Residential and Commercial Builders Repairing, Remodeling Modern Kitchens - A Specialty Fred J. Ferrero BAldwin 9-8608 GENERAL ELECTRIC APPLIANCES KENSINGTON APPLIANCES Authorized Dealer CUT 21-23 MAIN STREET KENSINGTON, CONN. BEST WISHES FOR THE SUCCESS OF EACH AND EVERY MEMBER OF THE CLASS OF 1955 DAIRY INC. CHAMBERLAIN HIGHWAY KENSINGTON, CONN. The Best in Dairy Products Since 1895 A. DiMugno, Prop. STAR BARBER SHOP 42 MAIN STREET KENSINGTON, CONN. SMITHWICK Automobile - Eire - Accident Insurance — Real Estate 15 FRANKLIN SQUARE NEW BRITAIN, CONN. 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