Clinton High School - Memorabilia Yearbook (Clinton, MA)

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JUNIOR YEAR We re upperclassmen now, you see, On the Honor Society, naturally! We threw a party for the slightest reason, Our Prom was the highlight of the season. At last we were upperclassmen and, as eager, excited Juniors, we returned to the now-familiar classrooms. Much wiser to the ways of C. H. S. and its maze of corridors, we happily looked forward to our Junior year and, on Election day, chose Michael Duffy, President, Dorothy Pupecki, Vice- President, Betty Ann Notaro, Secre- tary, and Michael Burdell, Treasurer. ln February 1958, we lost the main part of Clinton High which had been both a source of constant amazement and good times for us. The fire that destroyed it played an important part in our High School careers, as we were obliged to walk from building to building for classes and were sub- ject to the whim and fancy of Old Man Weather. Our Junior Prom was a wonderful affair and the beautiful Oriental theme was a picture of enchantment to all who observed it. With Say- onara as a theme and Frankie Dee's orchestra supplying the music, it was truly a wonderful and memorable evening for the Class of '59. We dutifully paid our dues and watched our Treasury grow. Another fun-filled year had quickly passed and 1959 was not far away. SENIOR YEAR We're ready now to face the world The banner '59 unfurled. The singing in the early May, Rings the warning Graduation Day The peak of success! The worthy and honored title of Senior! We were on top and happier and more excited than ever. Early in the year we held elections and placed our confidence in the following officers: Michael Vice-President, Barbara McNamara, Secretary, and Michael Burdell, Treas- urer. We finished paying our clues and, after the successful sale of Christmas Cards, we planned our Senior Hop. The Mardi Gras theme was colorful and exciting, with couples dancing to the wonderful music of Dick Williams, and the gay scene was well remem- bered by all. The days passed all too quickly, as we planned and worked on our Year- book, and awaited the class banquet and trip. Marks were better than ever and every school day was filled with fun. Spring was upon us and with it came excitment, ioy and sadness as the long awaited day of Graduation drew closer. We realized that we were leaving Clinton High School forever, but carrying with us a host of cherished memories of a wonderful class.

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FRESHMAN YEAR As Freshmen, things were strange and new, The corridors and mid-years too, Boy, were those mid-years ever tough! Where do the teachers get that stuff? As graduation day draws nearer, we look back upon those first won- derful days at C. H. S., in September 1955, when we entered as nervous and bewildered Freshmen. After weathering the storm of in- evitable ieers and teasing of the upperclassmen, the feeling of nerv- ousness wore off, we ioined the crowd at Guidi's and gained more confidence in ourselves. We held our first class election under the supervision of Mr. Patrick Hastings, our newly-appointed ad- visor. To lead our class that first year we chose the following: Peter Rego- nini, President, Dorothy Pupecki, Vice- President, Michael Duffy, Treasurer, and Betty Ann Notaro, Secretary. As time wore on, we heard rumors of the terrifying Mid-Years and diligently studied for them. When the results were out, the Class of '59 had passed with flying colors. We had been initiated and accepted. June approached quickly and we eagerly anticipated the long summer vacation, and looked forward to the day when we would become Sopho- mores. SOPHOMORE YEAR As Sophomores we are wiser now, We tell the naive Freshmen how To find their fumbling way about, We're more mature without a doubt Once again we returned to Clinton High, as confident Sophomores and met our new advisor, Mr. Joseph Burgwinkle, who capably conducted our second class election. ln Septem- ber 1956, Joe Ryan was chosen Class President and Dorothy Pupecki, Vice-President, Eleanor Joyce, Secre- tary, and Michael Burdell, Treasurer. We soon became a part of the social whirl at C.H.S., with many of our classmates ioining the various athletic teams and still others taking part of the Thanksgiving Show and Inter-class Dramatics. Dues were collected regularly and our Class Treasury firmly established. Mid- Years held no terror for us now and once again we conquered them. Another year had passed and the long, carefree days of summer lay ahead. With enthusiasm, we looked toward the future when, as Juniors, we would return once more.

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Michael T. Duffy Patricia A. O'Connell Michael J. Burdell Barbara A McNamara PRESIDENT VICE-PRESIDENT TREASURER SECRETARY CLASS MOTTO ne cede molis yield not to misfortune c L A s s c o L o ri s Royal Blue and Silver olioreffa .jixancfrouicb Moy seem serious, may seem shy, but she's full of life, between you and l. The first impression one gets of Loretta is that she is quiet and conservative, but to those who really get to know her well, she is full of laughter and fun. Throughout her four years Loretta has managed to keep her marks at an average level and still contribute her share to all the gaiety of social activities. A great deal of her time is spent working as a nurse's aide at the Clinton Hospital in preparation for her future career, which is to be a Lady in White. We, the Class of '59, wish the best of luck and success to another Florence Nightingale. Junior Prom Committee, Senior Hop Committee, History Circle, Twirler 2, Latin Club, Science Club 2, 3, 4, Kappa Delta Phi. W, A ,vim She's conscientious and excitable, good-natured and likeable. Everything about Nancy, her manner, her personality and her smile, is decidedly friendly. Her chief pleasure while at C. H. S. was serving as co-captain of the cheer- leaders. However, Nancy also lent her manifold talents to the Thanksgiving Night Shows and to the Octopus. Her willingness to help in all school functions made her a valuable member of our class. Nancy intends to ioin the White Parade after gradu- ation and we feel that our loss will be the medical profession's gain. Good luck, Nan, from all your classmates. Class Book Stali, Cheerleader 2, 3, lCo-Captain Al, lnterclass Dramatics l, Kappa Delta Phi, Science Club 2, 3, 4 Thanksgiving Show 1, 2, 3, 4, Girls' Basketball 2, CHS Headlines lCo-Editor 3, Al, Octopus Staff l, 2, 3, Class Ring Committee, Junior Prom Committee lGeneral Co-Chairmanl, Senior Hop Com- mittee, Student Council 3, Christmas Show l, 2, History Circle, French Club, Dramatic Society 3, Repre- sentative to WEIM 4, Exchange Student.