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

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MR. EVERETT LaMERE Calmly jams on the brakes in the Driver Ed car—easy-going—endures death-defying rides daily—quiet but firm manner—capable mechanical drawing artist—debonair appearance—turns out professional car-washers —runs the most popular class in school. MR. RUDOLPH LINN Devastating stare—never in the wrong—believes in cumulative knowledge —F.D.R. man—funny (Ha! Ha!)— Lucky Mr. —employs hundreds of secretaries—demands devoted students—booming voice— Let us suffice to say . . . —always has double meaning for everything—owns stock in the New York Times—keeps firm control over his classes—started the committee system in History ll-C. MISS BARBARA McKEON Attractive—sparkling personality— Algebra, anyone? —sweet—good teacher—help class after school—new member of the faculty—well-liked by her students—former student on the Rock pile —good dresser—student council adviser. MRS. PAULA MERSON Eighth-grade English master—rules with an iron hand—good teacher—stylish dresser—believes in no nonsense and much work—taught us to tell the difference between gerunds and participles— always prompt. MRS. DOROTHY MESKE A well-travelled lady—makes Latin classes interesting with her fascinating tales—accomplished musician—bright smile and friendly disposition—patient manner—leads a double life as Latin teacher and library assistant—capable Hi-Y and Latin Club advisor. MISS JUNE O'DEA Gentle manner—shy smile—petite—conservative dresser—bright red locks— well-travelled—Irish lossy —carries a huge briefcase—Sophomore class advisor—competent and thorough World History and Social Studies 9 teacher-pleasant disposition—cultured voice. 19

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MR. ALVIN KALLMAN Text-book rewriter—pointer— appreciator —keeps classes occupied—stickler for neat work—teaches a highly comprehensive course—long-remembered—top-flight teacher—unique manner of teaching. MR. THOMAS KENNEDY Possessor of unusual charm—our own T-square — that certain smile — wearer of smocks— get it yourself —craftsman par excellence—quick candid wit—fiery red hair. MR. WILLIAM KEYES Carrot-top—devilish manner—Jay Vee Football coach—known for easy-going nature—competent business teacher. MR. LUTHER KIRSCH Firm but respected English IV-C teacher-soft-spoken-subtle sense of humor—exciting music stand dancer—made us think—prepared us well for college—kept us in perpetual motion—famous off-Broadway director of Senior Plays. MRS. MURIEL LALLY Efficient nurse—band-aid giver— this looks serious —perpetual smiler— gentle voice—believes in healthy lunches—Red Cross advocate—sympathetic —willing listener—inspires future nurses—offers wise medical advice. MRS. BARBARA KIMMEL School psychologist—helps us to understand what makes us tick —kind and patient manner-sympathetic to students' problems—warm smile—offers wise suggestions. 18

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MR. RAYMOND OSTERHOLM Friendly smile—always has a kind word—capable study hall monitor—never without a bow tie—dapper appearance—has a twinkle in his eye. MISS JUNE PALMER Friendly nature—enjoys a good argument—prepares her charges for the business world—always means what she says—short and sweet—dedicated Hi-Y advisor. MR. HOWARD POLLOCK Lives on Pollock Island—leader of Sigma Phi Nothing—artist par-excellence—diligent history teacher—known for his sarcastic hilarities—known for Famous Tales. % MR. JOHN PELLICANE Capable bandsman and able musician—possessor of unique sense of humor—devilish—campaigner for band's rights—known for unsurpassed halftime shows—gives inspiring lectures—shy smile. MISS JEANNE POWELL The Southern belle of the North—loves leg lifts—always kidding—interested in history—beaming smile—gives the girls wise advice. MR. EDWARD RADIN New addition to the Rock Pile's science department-former local student-one of the great spellers of our time-enjoys the company of Ace -know$ how to clear the halls. 20