East Rockaway High School - Rock Yearbook (East Rockaway, NY)

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WALTER CRAIG Billing: “Brother ; “Walt Characteristics: Class teaser; unquenrhahle exuberance; ladies man. Command Performance: Football star: making people laugh; athletic prowess; a model sailor. Critics Claim: “Brother is a sure candidate for Admiral. GERTRUDE DECKER Billing: “Gert ; “Dec Characteristics: Being late for coach Dave's math classes; resourcefulness; pivot shots in basketball and bowling. Command Performance: Eye-catching art posters; most versatile girl athlete. Critics Claim: Her “modern methods should revolutionize math courses. THOMAS DOHERTY BUling: “Tom ; “T.D. Characteristics: Being cynical; taking things seriously; tall, dark and handsome. Command Performance: Class president for three years; active in everything. Critics Claim: “Tom’s spirited arguments in history class will lead to an eventful career in the Senate. HUGH DOLAN Billing: “Stooge ; “Shrimp Characteristics: Resemblance to Mickey Rooney; heckling teachers; speed artist at writing class minutes. Command Performance: Plaving good basketball. Critics Claim: “Stooge would make a fine Sergeant Major in the Marines.

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GEORGE COBB Billing: “Clem Characteristics: Pennsylvania accent; an everpresent amazed look. Command Performance: , Center on football team; acting in Omega Fraternity plays. Critics Claim: George's art ability will draw many friends to him. MARJORIE COBB Billing: ‘‘Margie ; “Millie Lou Characteristics: Friendliness; vivaciousness; winning a “most popular girl poll. Command Performance: Being a gracious hostess; Rock Rivalry cheer leader. Critics Claim: “Margie’s acting captivates her audience. JEANETTE CONKLIN Billing: “Nettie Characteristics: Big brown eyes and freckles are accompanied by a sunny disposition. Command Performance: Being ready, willing, ami able to do anything anytime. Critics Claim: Jeanette is an A-l girl and super salesman for war stamps. ANNE COMBS Hilling: “Shorty ; “Peanut ; “Shrimpo Characteristics: Naturally curly hair; passion for the Dodgers; quiet manner. Command Performance: Writing innumerable letters. Critics Claim: An efficient secretary, and some day in the future Vice-President of Pan American Airways.

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IIELOISE DONALDSON Billing: “Ellie Characteristics: Fluffy blond hair; ready smile; ability with cameras. Command Performance: Being an attractive model for her father's photography. Critics Claim: As a dentist's assistant, Ellie will he a reason to see your dentist. BARBARA DUNN Billing: “Barb Characteristics: Irish temper; generosity; yen for conductors on the R.R. Command Performance: Typing correspondence for the senior class; arguing with T. I).; being friendly. Critics Claim: “Barb” will he taking dictation from some handsome executive. WILLIAM FAULKNER Billing: “Little Floogie Characteristics: Captivating grin; seeing humor in any situation. Command Performance: Enthusiasm for all sports. Critics (.laim: “Little Floogie will make fun in any gathering. ROBERT FINLEY BUling: “Boh ; “Chuck Characteristics: Teasing the girls; frequently saying, “Don Bull.” Command Performance: Half mile run in track; juvenile lead in plays. Critics Claim: In spite of “Bob’s teasing ways he's considered a regular fellow.