Berlin High School - Lamp Yearbook (Berlin, CT)

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Cast of The Curious Savage” — Janet Suomela, Marjorie Zuk, Jackie Dyer (Seated). Bill Hall, Ed Buzanoskr, Roberta Kayser, Nancy Schoell, Dennis Fusaro, Larry Weber, Bruce Grant (Standing). Charlene Myers (absent.) Janet Suomela, Mr. Kilgariff, Director; Roberta Kayser 20

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LAWRENCE JAMES WEBER Larry Identified by his walk. Likes to argue . . . mental ability . . . casual . . . can bluff his way through anything . .. Chorus 1, 2; Science Club 2, 4; Football 2, 3, 4; Intramural Basketball 2, 3; Key Club 3, 4; Boys’ State 3; Senior Play; Lamp Staff 4. AMBITION: Engineer. JOHN CARNE WHALEN Johnny” The mirror of all courtesy. Sharp dresser ... the perfect gentleman . . . believes anything . . . Key Club 2. AMBITION: Undecided. JANICE WIND Jan” Still water runs deep. Cute smile . . . always ready to lend a hand . . . cowgirl . . . Swimming Club 1, 2; Girls Sports 1, 2, 3, 4; Chorus 1, 2, 3; Golf Club 1; Science Club 1. AMBITION: Secretary. MARJORIE RUTH ZUK Margie She moves a goddess, and looks a queen. Collegiate in every way . . . sophisticated . . . easy going voice . . . Swimming Club I; Beacon 1, 2; Literary Editor 3, 4; Dramatic Club 1, 2, 3; Thespian Society 4; Honor Roll 1, 2, 3, 4; Honor Society 3, 4; Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; F.T.A. 2; Student Council 4; Lamp Co-editor. AMBITION: Journalism. GARY LEE WASLEWSKI Gary When put to the test, he does his best. Tall and lanky . . . dark complexion . . . Mr. Baseball BHS . . . Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 2, 3, 4; Basketball 2, 3,4; Key Club 4. AMBITION: Undecided. MORIE ALLAN WILLIAMS Elvis A light heart and a cheery word. Tons of school spirit . . . has a walk of his own . . . booming voice . . . Science Club 1, 2, 3; Debate Club 2; Chorus 1,2, 3, 4. AMBITION: Preacher or Missionary. 19

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As we look back over our high school years, memories are brought back to us of many happy and joyous occasions. FRESHMEN In September of 1955 we hesitantly began our high school career, awed by the seniors and the multitude of new experiences which confronted us. Our first big event was Initiation, held under the guiding hand of the Class of '56. After catering to the seniors all week, we were officially made a part of B.H.S. In the month of May we held our first dance, In the Still of the Night, in honor of the seniors. This dance brought in the great profit of $1.50. Well ... it was a start. SOPHOMORES With high hopes for a more prosperous year as sophomores, we entered our second year at B.H.S. and soon initiated a new practice by holding our dance, Big Beat,” in the gym. It was during this year that with heavy hearts we bade farewell to Mr. Rittner, our class adviser, who left us to teach chemistry at New Britain High School. We were very grateful when Mr. Downer took his place, and we anxiously looked forward to the day when we would be juniors. JUNIORS Now well-known juniors, we were pleased to find ourselves in the realm of upperclassmen. We shall always remember our first formal dance, Moonlite Bay,” when the King and Queen presented us with our class rings. We suddenly became aware of our rather low financial status and in order to alleviate this condition, decided to start selling refreshments at basketball games. In the spring we held a record hop, Rock and Roll Rhapsody,” which was a great success. SENIORS At last we were seniors. Our first social event was initiating the freshmen into B.H.S. This was lots of fun, and everybody had a great time. In order to raise badly needed funds for our treasury, we held several money-making projects which proved well worth our while. Our Senior Class Play, The Curious Savage,” was held in December and was a great success. We ended our career at B.H.S. with the Senior Ball and Class Night. Memories of the past four years come flooding to our minds as we march down the aisle. How quickly they have passed! If we are a bit hesitant as we reach for our diplomas, it is only because we realize that we are leaving B.H.S. for good and are a trifle sad. But the whole world awaits us, and we stand at the threshold of the door to the future. 21