Clifton Springs High School - Cliftonian Yearbook (Clifton Springs, NY)

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CLASS ALPHABET A • is for Ayrault, a good friend to all; When help is needed, she answers the call. B • is for Beauty, of which we have plenty. And also tor bounty ... we haven't any. C • is for Clapton, Chalker and Conley, of course; Much of our laughter springs from this source. D • is for Driscoll, with great big green eyes; When she turns on a smile, every lad sighs. E • is for Elinor, our sweet young miss; Her shy Southern accent fills us with bliss. F • is for Ford, that gay, lively lass; Life is never dull when she comes into class. G • is for Goodman, both Betty and Dot; With their kindness and courtesy, we like them a lot H • is for Hughson, Cheerleader superb; When she is letter-writing, please do not disturb. I • is for Intelligence . . that's the Class of '44; And also for initiative, if you demand more. J • is for Jokes, both corny and sweet; For facetious story-telling, we can't be beat. K • is for Knowledge that we possess; We re all brain-waves and Quiz Kids, I guess. L • is for Loughran. an Irish colleen; Also Lindner and Love, whose singing is keen. M • is for McCumber, a dashing young blade, And also for McCarrick, pert little maid. N • is for Noise, which we create, And also for nonsense . . . when we debate. O • is for O'Coyne and O'Connell, no less Superb dancers they are, and meticulous in dress. F © is tor Flays, both this year's and last; Stupendous proauctions . . admirable cast. Q • is for Quizes, we re not fond of at all; T hey keep us inhibited like a chain and ball. R • is for Rozelle, Betty is her name; Her golden blonde hair has won her great fame. S • is for Sheldon and Shekell we know, And also for Symonds, our class pin-up beau. T • is for Taylor, and Welsh is her claim; She’s lovely to look at . . . Marge is her name. U • is for Unity, toward which we strive, And also for unselfishness, on which we thrive. V • is for Verbridge. and Vanderhoof so spry; When it comes to good will they’re the apple of our eye. W • is for Washburn, with wit above par. And also for Weld, our basketball star. X • is for X-tra, that time after school We stood in a corner for breaking a rule. Y • is for Years that we ll cherish forever . . Our years spent in school, filled with fun and endeavor. Z • is for Zany, zealous and zest; Of all the graduating classes, our s is the best.

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CLASS HISTORY 1940—We proudly crossed the threshold from grammar school into our high school career. Our first assembly program, sponsored by the girls of the class, was a humorous skit, called It Was a Lovely Meeting. In June, all members of the class enjoyed a wonderful time at our class picnic, which was held at Roseland. Class officers were: President Ellis Weld Vice-president Robert O Connell Treasurer ..................... Marion Snethen Secretary ...................... Cyril O Coyne Intramural Managers Marjorie Taylor John Carney Student Council Representatives Eileen Conley. John Vanderhoof 1941—As Sophomores, we began to feel that we were gaining our place among the experienced members of our Alma Mater. December 7th of this year, our country entered the war against the Axis. As a class, wc did our share in purchasing Defense stamps at the school. Class officers were: President ....-............. Robert O Connell Vice-president ............. Betty Goodman Treasurer ...................... Wade Walker Intramural Managers Morjorie Taylor Secretary John Vanderhoof Cyril O'Coyne Student Council Representatives ................. Eileen Conley, Ellis Weld 1942—When we re-entered the beloved portals of C.S.C.S.. we were no longer considered lower classmen, for we had entered the upper domain . . we were Juniors. We became the proud wearers of class rings, which made us truly feel a part of our school. Our Victory Prom, held during the Christmas holidays, was not a financial success because Old Man Winter played his cards against us. However, a good time was had by all who did attend and we were commended on our choice of Pete Renzi’s orchestra. Our second enterprise was our Junior play, entitled The Kid. All members of the cast displayed their dramatic abilities, under the able direction of Miss Maroney. The play was a very great financial success. Class officers were: President ...................... Betty Goodman Vice-president ................... Cyril O'Coyne Treasurer Ellis Weld Secretary .......................... Marjorie Ford Intramural Managers Marjorie Taylor John Vanderhoof Student Council Representatives Eileen Conley, Richard Verbridge 1943—We became the mighty Seniors of C.S.C.S and were proud to call ourselves by that title. Our class had exceedingly diminished in size, as so many of our boys had entered the various branches of the Armed Forces. We re proud of each and every one of them. Because of the fact that so many of our boys and other men throughout Clifton Springs had entered the service, and because of difficulties faced in wartime, all ideas of a Senior ball were disbanded. However, we very successfully presented our play. Act Your Age. It was the talk of the town for a long time afterwards. The play was directed by Miss Damon, to whom we wish to give heartfelt thanks for the time and patience she gave us. It was also during this year that we delighted members of the C.S.C.S. by our Truth and Consequences program. One of our classmates. Betty Goodman, was chosen president of the Student Council. Our last accomplishment of our high school career will be attained with the publication of this Clifton-ian.” Class officers were: President ....................... Betty Goodman Vice-president ......-........-. Betty Driscoll Treasurer ............ ......... Eileen Conley Secretary ....................... Marjorie Ford Intramural Managers Marjorie Taylor Ellis Weld Student Council Representatives .................. Eileen Conley. Jack Lindner

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CLASS PROPHECY • • June 23, 1954. Dear Miss Damon: Today marks ten years since the day that ’our” class graduated from our beloved Alma Mater, Clifton Springs Central School. I have just returned from a trip through the Eastern States, during which I interviewed prominent people for the Clifton Springs Press, which has grown to be the fourth largest newspaper syndicate in the world. Last week, while in the blue grass region of Virginia. I was astonished to discover two former classmates in business togethei—that of the well-known Ayrault Shekell 'Brown Derby,” an exclusive country club and riding academy. After a delightful chat with the two lovelies.” I hurried on to another newspaper assignment. As I stepped from the huge transcontinental plane, I pondered over the interview I was slated for Kitty Hawk. North Carolina, with the inventor of the new sky-taxies. the Wellic” helicopter. Imagine my complete astonishment when broad-grinned Ellis Weld, Jr., stepped into the room. With him was Marge Ford, Elbe's secretary and renowned test pilot. We dined at the Ritzmore Plaza where a real surprise awaited me. Jack Lindner, the hotel manager, (who always did favor the Clifton girls), has with him as permanent entertainers, Marge Taylor and her all-male band, the Jamsters, with Frank Chalker as the trombone and Betty Rozelle, the ping girl, as chief vocalist. Not long after this I found myself in Miami, the home of the Driscoll’s School for the Obese.” During the course of our conversation, Betty slyly told me that she had made arrangements for me to meet some of her friends at tea. Her” friends turned out to be Robert O’Connell John Vanderhoof and Allan McCumber, who operate ”L’ Ecole pour le Danse.” They told me that Bob handles the smooth.” John the jit, and Allan the apache style of dancing. I then started walking the short distance to my hotel. As I passed a Super Market.” my eyes glimpsed a familiar figure setting up the window display. It was none other than Esther Clapton, who manages the establishment for the owner of a chain of such markets, Doris Washburn. It was then closing time, so I went with Esther to her apartment. While we were reminis- cing about our school days, a lady in white walked in, Elinor Turner, who is the supervisor of nurses at a nearby hospital. The next day, as I proceeded on my journey, once more by plane. I strangely enough ran into another school pal, Margaret Loughran. She is. you know, the first lady of the ballet and was on her way to New York, where she is to be the star in Le Danse des Oiseaux.” As I was descending from the plane, 1 noticed two mechanics rushing about that huge silver bird, making ready for the next trip. Naturally. I yelled a greeting to them as they were, of course. Richard Vcr-bridge and Charlie Sheldon. A taxi was waiting at the airport gate and I hailed it. Upon hearing a familial voice. I scrutinized the driver closely and found our old Bill Sleepy Symonds. Among other things, he told that he's married to a chorus girl and that he has three daughters who look like him . . that Marion Love and Mary McCarrick are now in New London, working as chief occupational therapists at the Soldiers' and Sailors' Hospital. The taxi stopped in front of the School of Design and I alighted. I asked the secretary if the head of the school was free. She led me into the office and there behind the desk sat the famous designer. Eileen Conley, just as spry and jovial as ever. She told me that she had just mailed you an autographed copy of her new book, “Short Stories for Enjoyment.” At long last, all my interviews were completed and I returned to Clifton Springs, a city that now has a population of 26,004. While reporting at the “Press Office. ’ Mr. Kemp handed me the latest edition, hot off the press, which bore a headline reading “Sanitarium Nurse Weds Ex-Sailor.” I read the details and learned that Betty and Harry are en route to Honolulu. Have you seen the new movie. My Secret Love, with that glamour boy, Cyril O’Coyne? Be sure to notice his vivacious leading lady, too, because it's Lana LaMarr, the former Dot Goodman. And. oh yes. I have recently been honored with the position of chief interviewer on the staff of The Clifton Springs Press. Well, it’s getting rather late, so 111 sign off. Have a big day tomorrow, interviewing the President. Don't forget to write soon. Your ex-pupil, CHARLOTTE HUGHSON.