Greenport High School - Beachcomber Yearbook (Greenport, NY)

Text from Pages 1 - 88 of the 1955 volume:

I HI SENIOR; OEASS OF ©RBRNPORT HIGH SfiHOCfc GREENPORT. NEW TORE PRESENT THEIR SOHOOE ANNUAE f HE 195 5 RBACHeOMREllD | i Roianh Lkw RATH! h I M. Dll.I IK Z jeciicaI i on It is (i privilege for the Class of 55 to dedicate this yearhool to Mrs. Kathleen M. Diller and Mr. Roland (’ Levy- This year, as seniors, we have felt closer to them than ever before. Our frequent talks with them have developed us and have strengthened us as individuals. They have made us realize our responsibilities, not only to ourselves and to the small community in which we live, but to the world around ns. Our close contact with them has made us more fully aware of their outstanding finalities — their wisdom, understanding, and sincere appreciation of people. The influence of Mrs. Diller and Mr. Levy is felt throughout the school. They are loved by all as friends and counsellors. As we bid them an affectionate fare- well, we know that we may always rely on them for sym- pathetic understanding and guidance, and that their past guidance is certainly a major contribution to any suc- cess we may attain in the future. ii This is our story. It has taken us four years to live, hut it will lake a lifetime to forget. As you turn these pages, you will learn the story of the Class of 1955 as we lived it. It is an exciting story, full of the studies, sports, music and other activities which make up the life of high school students. It is a story that could not he told without including our principal, teachers, Hoard of Edu- cation, and sendee staffs. It holds the work along with the fun, the hopes and happiness with the disappoint- ments. Although this story will not seem unusual or extra- ordinary to you, the reader, each chapter will have a special significance to every member of the graduating class. 3 Anskl V. VoL'NC We 2 em cm We, the Class of 195 5, wish to offer our tribute to Ansel V. Young who rendered great service not only to the village of Greenport, but also to the young people of this area. A prominent figure in the political af- fairs of the village, he was mayor for six years. Police Justice and President of the Chamber of Commerce. He served on the Board of Education from P P to 1930, and teas president from P 23 to 19 30. His devoted interest, leadership and continued promotion of the educational interests of the community in a large measure laid the foundation for securing our present school facilities. Mr. Young's unselfish devotion and interest in civic affairs will always be remembered. i OL QJl„ nmuerAaru of the C?(a$$ of 03 Hats off to the Class of '05. Our sincere con- gratulations to the graduates of fifty years ago who are planning a reunion in June. A staunch school spirit certainly distinguishes these people, for not only have they held a 25th reunion, but they have the enthusiasm to hold another meeting half a century after their departure from Green port High. However, this spirit is typical of this class. In those “good old days,” a student would prob- ably rise around 1 a.m., to work around the farm, before coming to school. And we groan at the thought of getting up at 7! After several hours of this labor, one would walk (no cars . . . horrors!) to school and put in good hard study. Languages, history, math, and science were em- phasized, and one was expected to know his les- son, and speak intelligently about his work. This dass was not afraid of hard work. Their motto “Labor Conquers All” proves this. If you will look at the history of these individuals after graduation, you will find that many worthy pro- fessions and occupations are represented. In ad- dition to the merit gained through their careers, they have become outstanding citizens and com- munity leaders. We interviewed several of these people per- sonally, as they had no yearbook at that time to record their activities. We discovered that they were the first class to graduate from the old school building (then brand new, costing the appalling sum of $24,809.60) and having thirty members, the largest group to graduate up to that time. Class officers in their senior year were, Leroy L. Edwards — president, Jessie E. Benja- min — vice-president, Jennie Youngs — secretary, and Benjamin Thorn — treasurer. The two hon- or students were E. Leslie Reeve — valedictorian, and Benjamin Thorn — salutatoriam We think it’s grand that such a good number of the Class of ’05 will be able to celebrate this event. We, the graduating class of 1955, heartily congratulate these remarkable men and women on their Golden Jubilee, and wish them con- tinued success in all their undertakings. May their excellent school spirit which has effected so much good and reflected such shining glory on Green port High School and the community, be an inspiration to us now approaching the crossroads of life! liisi Row: Mrs. Fanny Payne Way. Mrs. Rachel Brown Levs. Miss Cora Muchmore. Mrs. Helen Case Duvall. Mr. Hilary Corwin. Miss Lena Freyher. Second row: Mr. Leroy (.. Young. Mrs. F.dith Flack Ackley. Mr. Benjamin I horn. Mrs. Jessie Benjamin McMann. Mr. Leroy F.dwards. Miss Jennie Youngs. Mr. Irving Matthews. Mrs. Leslie Reeve Birmingham. Mr. Frank J. Riel. I Bird row: Mrs. Sybil Bowel itch Brewster. Mr. Finest Wiggins. Miss Ruth Case. Miss Nan Latham. Mrs. Blanche Jennings Mack. Mr. Harry Doyle. Mrs. Phoebe Reeve I h rn. Mrs. delaiclc Biggs Carstensen. Mr. Walter Mills. Mr. Charles Brown. Mrs. Hattie I uthill Lawson. Mrs. Edith Fordham Herrick. Mrs. (.race Jones Rogers. Miss Flor- ence Adams and Mrs. Helen Van Tuyl Simpson were absent. Gilbert M. Banker, Principal; William II. Price, Reginald B. Hudson. Harold R. Thornhill. Dr. . William Olson. Frank S. Coyle. WJe Leg in h nf pres en finq those who wale U We all know that the Board of Education is one of the main forces in running the school. Although we rarely see these men, we are well aware of their presence because of the many benefits we have re- ceived due to their work. Without Mr. Krancher our school clerk, the finances of the school would undoubtedly be in a state of confusion. Mrs. Gardiner, our school secretary, has saved the day for us more than once. How many times a day is she bothered by someone who needs a stapler, who doesn’t know how to use the ditto machine, or vari- ous other interruptions! Mrs. Gardiner is certainly one in a million. Our guidance counsellor Mrs. Oilier has the end- less job of preparing our schedules and advising us about college and future vocations. The rapid in- crease of G.H.S. students going to college is proof of her importance. For students who need psychological assistance, Mrs. Horlacher, the school psychologist, can be proud of a job well done. Keeping G.H.S. healthy is the job of Dr. Kaplan, our school doctor, and Miss Brooks our school nurse. They are assisted in the dental department by Miss Slivonik, our dental hygienist. Do you ever get the urge to play hooky? Well, you'd better not because Mrs. Crayton, attendance supervisor, makes this impossible. These are the people behind the scenes at G.H.S. Wonderful, aren’t they? I.KONARl) G. KRAKCHKR Clerk 0 Although we have known Mr. Banker for only a short time, he has become our counselor and our friend. Through his patience and wis- dom lie has stimulated our desire for knowl- edge. A tireless worker. Mr. Banker has done more than his share to keep our school on a high scholastic, moral and social basis. He has a genuine interest in the educational problems that have confronted us as a class, and as in- dividuals. When we first met our principal we felt the kindliness of this man, his generosity, vigor, and good will, but above all his friendliness. Gently but firmly he has guided us through our last year in high school. We, the Class of '55, feel privileged and proud to have had Mr. Banker as our principal. AI. I Hi A S. (.ARDINER Secretary ouer us .............. GII.BERT M. BANKER Supervising Principal recog n i t i on we years Seruice . Jrannah War,f (Cumminas “Blessed are the meek.'' Seldom has meekness been so perfectly personified as by Miss Hannah M. Cum- mings, who inherits not only the blessings of the Class of ’55, but the blessings of the entire host of a thousand Greenport citizens who had the good fortune to sit in her classroom. They bless the name of Hannah Cummings. Yet, in truth, it is they who have been blessed — blessed by her faithfulness, her kindness, her getitleness; blessed by her quiet determination that each should learn, that each should be aware of the best in himself. “She was always good to us, says one former student, “she made sure that we really knew. Hannah Cummings, be assured that wherever you go, our love and gratitude go with you. Permit us to say “Thank you for thirty-six years of gentle, conscienti- ous service. God bless you, Hannah M. Cummings. sdnd these were the patient and understanding teachers who Up ed us to (earn • • First row: E. On, Librarian; A. Bcrnheim. Home Eco- P( mics; V. Fugs ley. Girls’ Physical Education; R. Levy. Science; 1. Van Popering. English; L. Walsh. Latin and World History; k. Oilier. Guidance and French. Second row: J. Purdy. Music; 1). Tompkins. English; E. Wads- worth. Mathematics; C. Eifield. Science; J. Young. Me- chanical Drawing and Shop; L. Deutschmann. Business Subjects; W. Carruthers. Citizenship Education; G. Bom- bardier. Business Subjects; F. Dcificnworth, Art. First row: M. Coon. Fourth grade: V. Raynor. Eighth grade; M. Vardanian, Second grade; C. Carson, Fifth grade: E. Hanff. Seventh and Eighth grade mathematics. Second row: ( . Calvin. Sixth grade; M. Sawyer. First grade: . Kelcham. Occupational Education; E. Wads- worth. Reading: E. Young. Third grade; H. Cummings. I bird grade; E. Grathwohl. Fourth grade: F. Gibbs. Sev- enth and Eighth grade Social Studies. First row: C. Dolan, kindergarten: V. Peel, Second grade; J. Wilcox. Sixth grade; Norton. Music; M. Rhodes. Second grade. Second row: H. MacFarlane, Sixth grade; E. Brandi. Fifth grade: M. I illinghast. Fifth grade; A. Schaumburg. First grade; k. Burke. First grade; V. Brooks. Nurse. 8 flo.,, MU L an j First row: J. Corazzini, R. Klos, 1). Maeoni bcr. J. Hallas, R. Hulsc, R. Goldsmith, C. Utz. .Second row: C. Leden. A. Harvey M. Terry, M. Gceh- reng, 1). Foster. E. Glickman. 1). Moore. 1 bird row: Mrs. Hanff, X. Kaplan. J. Nockelin. I. Toliver, H. Breesc, H. Strange, C. Hodges. S. Sledjcski. Fourth row: J. Morris. B. Jones. J. Edwards, G. Stokes. K. Deduck, A. klipp. First row: N. Boldin, P. Higbee, N. Kohl us. J. McCaffery, I). Peavey, C. Powell. Second row: J. Copin, L. I uihill. H. Hansen. P. I uthill. B. Rac- zius. M. Ficurilli. C. Miller, J. Fiedler. Third row: S. Townsend, Z. Gibbs, M. Sobicray. J. Gratten, F'. De Papp, E. Gillus, A. Begley. Fourth row: Mr. Wells. G. Wilson. G. Moore, C. Kruk. J. Nichols, I.. Harris. A. Hansen. First row: V. Rutkowski, J. Brooks, FI. Aanestad. FI. Austin. P. Christensen, 1). Campbell. R. Peavey. Second row’: K. White, J. Weeks, C. Karl. H. Tut- hill. J. Bcnko. J. Madsen, C. Thilbcrg. I hird row: R. Smith. R. Wilson, P. Dejesus. J. Kramer, T. Alvarez, Mr. F'ifield, J. Petersen, J. Dc Albertis, J. Coyle, H. Gcchreng. St uJontd ( iahtli CjraJeS First row: J. Gloria, C. Racket!. H. Thornhill, R. Begley. Second row. M. Rackett. B. Brooks. N. Triggs. M. But- ler, C . Dawson. B. Foster, Miss Ray- nor. I bird row: I). Ciacia, C. Wilsen, K. Cottral. D. Yallely. B. Waterhouse. E. Tuthill, H. Harper, T. Trower. Fourth row: J. Simonson. J. Tamili, E. Ewell. A. Shepard. R. Foster. I . Peterson. F'irst row: D. Rhinow, S. Goldin. S. Tamin. G. Raynor. E. Rowe. Second row: B. Singleton. G. Sledjeski. G. Hansen. C. Grushkin, T. Harmon. M. Bishop. Third row: B. La Bad. Y. Walker. A. Jensen. H. Chercpowich. G. Prince. E. Green. J. Ketcham. Fourth row: E. White. J. Wells. Mr. Gihhs, R. Gonzales. 1). Cervone, R. Geehreng. F. Dawson. Kneeling: A Campbell. R. Grilli. A. Tuthill, P. Wilson. E. Dean. C. De- jesus. Standing: J. Martocchia. B. Dejesus. First row: P. Coraz ini, M. Domett. C. Cassidy, A. Moskovey. C. DiLsUla. C. Tuthill. Second row. Miss Berrtneim. P. Sturm. C. Grathwohl. C. Pillcs, P. Costello. B. Quinn. M. Ray- nor. H I G H S C H 0 0 L S T A R T S W 1 T F R E S H M E N First row: S. Webh. J. Skrezec. J. Ryder, H. Carlozzi. R. Reeves. 1). Higbec. A. Ignotowicz. V. Sullivan, C.. W'ctniorc, }. Madsen. Second row: I). Latham, k. Wilson, J. Condon. S. Appelt. S. Hudson. M. Rinehart. . Vail. II. Kaplan. I.. I hoinas. Mr. Deutschmann. I bird row: 1 . Wysocki, R. Sledjeski. M. Hulsc, k. Cranford. R. Fiore. W. C.ook. V. Raynor. M. Ciagen. II. Macoinher, C. Ilallas, J. Townsend. First row: H. Vail, R. Howard. W. Ilanff. .V (.oldin. R. Decker. . Bondarchuk. Second row: J. Verity. 1). Powers. 1). Stern. M. W arren. B. Blados. P. Berdinka. l. Hiddink. A. Hope. I bird row: J. Bakelaar. I). Wilson. S. F.dwards. . Sledjeski. M. Coyle. J. Strickland. S. I rower. Mr. Carruthers. Fourth row: F. Moisa. J. Hcnyard. II. Shelby. Nichols. R. (iloria. R. Breese. W. I al or. R. W aterhouse. I . Wvsocki, W. Fifteld. 12 First row: frs. 'an Popering, M. Cosello. Howard. . Moerland, |. Sturm. 1). VVo Klward. J. Pilles, H. Matthias. Second row: P. Kackeit. I. Lillis. J. I asker. I). H union. A. Tasker, j. Sullivan, F. Fiedler. (.. Cottral. P. Doiiceti. ( . Montgomery. I bird row: H. Brandi. S. Kaplan. R. Banker. I . Reed. W. I.eihlien. J. Sperling. |. La Bad. First row: F. Miller. S. Lehman. J. Cowan. K. Gloria. 1). Corwin. J. Weeks. P. Ozaro, J. Geb- hart. Bondarchuk. Second row: J. Moore. 1). Macomher. F. Randall. (.. Burnham. F. Rowe, R. Adams. Mr. Tompkins. Third row: R. Brooks. W. Dinizio. 1). Vail. G. Vallely. T H E N Y 0 U M 0 V E U P T 0 B E S 0 P H 0 M 0 R E S 13 DL ears M on,j, an , L ore anyone notices flic clt anye. First row: B. ndrews. 1$. Srliclin. M. 1'uthill. C I’appas. S. Decker. I . I ownsend, M. Benko. Second row: |. orkclun, G. Thompson. G. Levine. I . Terry. N. Goldin. P. Brown, D. Bush. V. Schaumburg. Third row: Mr. Wadsworth. A. Wagner, D. Lillis. R. Biggs. R. Powell, F. Toledo. D. Case. R. Staples. |. St ito. Beginning their activities for the year, the “juniors” elected their class officers. These chosen few were Alfons Wagner, President; John Duell, Vice President; Marilyn Smith, Secretary; and Peter Rei- ter, Treasurer. Elected to the Student Council were Mary Tuthill, David Powers, and Greta Levine, with Prudence Carbone, Florence Tuthill and Robert Staples as alternates. Under the capable leadership of their newly appointed advisors, Mr. Wadsworth and Sir. Bombardier, the Class of ’5fi ener- getically set to work making preparations for the extremely successful Junior-Senior Halloween Party held at the end of Oct- ober. They invited all of G. H. S. instead of excluding the underclassmen as was the previous custom. This proved to be an excellent idea and with John Duell emcee- ing. everyone had a terrific lime. In February, a Valentine’s Dance was given which firmly established a laudable reputation for the juniors. Bill Claudio as master of ceremonies and the easy rhythms of Glen Miller. Ray Anthony, Percy Faith and Hugo Winterhalter (transcribed of course) added to an evening of genuine fun. The choosing of class rings — a long awaited project — and their arrival was a thrill for all. Then looking into their 14 ¥ on lecome 3“n i tord treasury, the juniors found it was sorely in need of funds. Coming to the rescue were the highly successful food sales they held in the Spring. Many of the male contingent of the class helped to spur our teams to victory. These athletic minded fellows included Robert Staples, Charles Bumble, William Claudio, Daniel Lillis, Grover Thompson, Frank Toledo, Reg Tuthill and Alfons Wagner. Not to be left out, the girls also partici- pated in a number of school activities. Prominent were (beta Levine, who was the editor of the Purple Quill; Janice Myslborski, Nan Goldin and Joan Norke- lun who were cheerleaders; and Priscilla Terry, Patricia Brown and Nan Goldin who were members of the Girls’ Leaders Club. Missing from their ranks were Robert Gillispie, Arthur Lederle, David Park and William Wilsen who are now attending prep schools. Spring came and with it the Junior- Senior Prom which was as memorable as ever. The Junior-Senior Picnic, water- melons and all, were barrels of fun. Now, their junior year concluded, they are anxiously looking forward to their sen- ior year — the play, the Washington Trip, and of course .... graduation. First row: J. M sll� orski. B. Slyback. F. I'nihili. I.. Fletcher. M. Smith. Second row: I . ( arbone. M. Cherepowich. C. Fenwick. Miss Walsh. F. Johnson. K. Webb. M. Jarvis. A. Fagan. Third row: V. Claudio. J. Duell. A. Peavey. C. Bumble. I). Powers. J. Thornhill. Fourth row: P. Reiter. R. Bishop. 15 “On September 8. 1951 the first meeting of the Class of '55 was held in Mrs. Diller’s room.” So began our story. I he minutes headlined the election of James Charters as president; Charlotte Hanff, vice-president; Mary Webb, secretary; and Daniel Wilson, treasurer; with Sara Raynor, a new classmate, and James Charters elected to Student Council. At this time we signed a four year ad- visory contract with Mrs. Diller and Mr. Levy, without whom our story could not be written. One of the prominent events of our story that year was an unbeatable St. Paddy's Day Dance. As eager freshmen, we worked tirelessly and enthusiastically for our success. Amidst green decorations, and dancing to the music of Hal’s Band, everyone attending felt the fun and entertainment of the clay. Our work was rewarded when we received “rave notices” from the critics. Nearing the end of the year, we sponsored a food and rummage sale. Its success was clue to the great amount of work clone by our parents. So the end came to our first year in high school. After a la y summer we briskly came back to write the second chapter in our story. This was titled “Sophomore Year.” The offi- cers elected were: Jack Mulhall, president: Sybil Kaplan, vice-presi- dent; Mary Webb, secretary; and Marcella Fiedler, treasurer. Our Student Council representatives were Barbara Thornhill and Nancy Luce. That year we were faced with heavy scholastic schedules but we found time for numerous pranks in our classes. Although our activities were kept to a minimum, we managed to plan and pro- duce a beautiful Christmas Dance, with Jack Mulhall as emcee and Wes Smith’s Band supplying the music. Again the critics were generous in their praise. At this time Sara Raynor left us to return to California, but Deanne Earnshaw, another Californian, joined our gang. In the spring we held our annual food and rummage sale which repeated the previous year’s success and inflated our treasury as was hoped. Returning for our third year in high school, we first completed the now routine election of class officers. I his was front page news. Jack Mulhall and Mary Webb remained in their same posi- tions with Barbara Thornhill and Charlotte Hanff taking their places as treasurer and vice-president, respectively. In addition to these elections, Nancy Luce, Sybil Kaplan and Sue Coyle were sent as our representatives to Student Council. They in turn were elect- ed president, vice-president and secretary of a last improving coun- cil. During our class meetings, we became aware of a certain clique of our boys who established residence in the rear of the room and provided much excitement. Their antics never hit the front pages but they have supplied many amusing sidelines. Our first effort was the Junior-Senior Halloween Party with the seniors as our guests. This resulted in an evening full of fun and laughs for everyone — the potato sack race being especially hilarious. Going on to better things, the day finally arrived when we picked our class rings. We haunted the jeweler until their arrival later that spring. At this time, Julia Teehan joined our ranks. After the seniors had made their necessary amount of money and no longer needed the candy sale profits to bolster their treasury, we took over the job of selling candy during the noon hour and at sports events. This activity was kept throughout our senior year and its success was due largely to the work of Jimmy Woodward. The most famous last words during this period were, “Who’s going to sell SuJJeJ. ‘J we realize ah. 15 l A our year a! (jreenport Jriyh . . . candy this week?” To keep up with our tradition we held another food and rummage sale in the spring and this, according to our custom, was very prosperous. As a beautiful climax to that event- ful year, we joined forces with the seniors to sponsor the Junior- Senior Prom. With its “dreamy” decorations the Prom was truly memorable — especially to those thinking of their college board exams the next day. Our Junior-Senior Picnic was the best one on record. Swimming (Brrr — was tl;at water cold!!!) and softball amused the sport enthusiasts among us while mountains of foot! were consumed to satisfy the appetites we had developed. Of course, we all suffered our first sunburns of the season but that was minor compared to our fun. Soon afterwards, Julia and Dee abandoned us for their home states, Rhode Island and California, and to our surprise three-fourths of our story was over. Our first duty after our return to our senior year was the elec- tion of class officers, a very important step. Recalling his excellent job in former years, we again elected Jack Mulhall as president. Charlotte Hanff was elected vice-president; Marcia Brown, secre- tary; and Barbara Thornhill received the difficult job ol treasurer. We elected Sybil Kaplan, Nancy Luce and Ed Skrezec to the Student Council where Sybil became president and Nancy vice-president. Slowly the plot of the fourth chapter in our story began to unwind. This year our boys had no trouble getting to school on time because many of them drove cars. In fact, “the Hot-Rod Brigade even took parking spaces from the teachers. We held our rummage sale in the fall and again with thanks to our parents, it was very beneficial to our treasury. The major event was a magazine campaign. I he seniors set out with high hopes in search of subscriptions but soon realized that it took more than high hopes to sell magazines. How- ever, we managed to reach the rather high goal we had set. led by our top saleswoman, Nancy Luce. In addition to the candy sales, every Saturday afternoon during the football season a group ol seniors could be seen cooking and serving hot dogs, opening soda bottles and generally taking care of the wants of the football spec- tators at the refreshment stand. Our motto was “the sales must go on” which was proven by our hardy salesmen on one rainy and cold Saturday. Did they ever get soaked!!! At the beginning of October the Yearbook staff was chosen. It consisted of editor-in-chiel Marcia Brown, assistant editors Sybil Kaplan and Helen Olson, and busi- ness managers William 111 thill and Barbara I hornhill. I hey soon realized that producing a good yearbook required a lot ol work. Early in February, we began work on the senior play, Curtain Going Up!” under the direction of Miss Raynor and Mr. Bombar- dier. Amidst the fun and work, a highly successful play was given on April 1. The never-to-be-forgotten Washington Trip! Our long awaited dream goal finally became a reality on April 6 and it was worth all the work. The Junior-Senior Prom, given on June 3, was terrific as usual but this year it was more sparkling than ever. We will always remember our last prom at G.H.S. Soon it was time for the fun-loaded Junior-Senior Picnic and then . . . GRADUA- TION. It seemed as if we had just begun writing our story when we found ourselves proudly receiving our diplomas. And so the last chapter of the Class of ’55 comes to a close. Our story will no ionger take us through the familiar halls of G. H. S., but we shall begin to write a new one — individually. 'We c . jeniorJ BARBARA AW ANDREWS Gym Show 1.2. Field Hockey I. Volleyball 3, Archery 1. Library Club 1.2.3,4. Secretary 4. I .H A L JOSEPH F. BARSZCZEWSKI Basketball 1.2. Baseball I. Football 3.4. Volley- ball 1.2.3.4. Bowling 3.1. Softball 1.2. Intramural Basketball 1.2.3.4; Yearbook 4. Senior Play 4. CHRISTIAN ALBERI BECK Southold Builder’s Vward 2. Football 2.3. In- tramuraIs — Volleyball 2. Basketball 2. Year- book 3.4. JOHN HENRY BECKER Gvm Show 1.2. A. A. 1.2.3.4. CHARLOTTE JEAN BORKOSKI Softball 1.2. Field Hockey I. Volleyball 2. Intra- mural — Volleyball 2. EUGENE BOYD A. A. 1.2.3.4. Yearbook 4. Herald Tribune Repre- sentative 4. JOHN GORDON BROOKS Intramurals — Basketball 1.2.3.4 Volleyball 1.2. 3.4. Softball 1.2,3.4. Yearbook 4. Senior Play 4. HARVEY MYRON BROWN Hot Rod Club 4, Yearbook 4. Senior Play 4. A.A. 1.2.3.4. 18 JAMES THOMAS CHARTERS Class President I. Basketball 1.2.3.1. Baseball 1. Gym Show 1,2, A.A. 1,2.3,4, Yearbook 4. SHIRLEY ANN CLARK Field Hotkey 2.3.4. Basketball 3.4. Volleyball 2.3.4. Softball 2.3.4. Tennis 2.3.4. Archery 1.2. Badminton I. Intramurals — Volleyball 1.2.3.4. Basketball 1.2.3.4. Gym Show 1.2.3.4. Chorus 1.2.3.4, Yearbook 4. Cafeteria 1.2.3.4. Senior Play Comm. 4. DAPHNE MARGARET COSTELLO Cheerleader I. Chorus I. Library Club 1.2.3.4. President 2.3.4, Gym Show 4. A.A. 1.2.3.4. Sen- ior Play 4. SLSANNE ELIZABETH COYLE Student Council Secretary 3. Field Hoekev 1.2.3.4. Basketball 1.2.4. Softball 1.2.3.1. Volleyball 1,3,4. Band 1.2.3.4. Chorus 1.2.3.4. North Fork Band 3.4. North Fork Chorus 3.4, Purple Ouill 3. Yearbook 4. Senior Play 4. Tennis 1.2. Archery 2. Gvm Show 4, Intramural — Basketball 3.4. MARCIA BILLIE BROWN VALEDICTORIAN Honor Society. Class Secretary 4. Sub Academic Prize. Tennis 1.2.3. Gym Show 1.2.3.4. Field Hockey 3.4. Softball 3, Archery 2. Basketball 3.4. Intramural — Basketball 2.3.4. Girls' Leaders Club 2.3,4. Band 1.2. Chorus 1.2.3.4. Purple Quill 1.3. Exchange Editor 3. Yearbook Editor- in-chief 4. Senior Play 4. HARRY ALE RED BUB B, JR. All Conference I. Football 1.2.3.4. Basketball 1.2. 3.4. Baseball 1.2.3.4. Gym Show 1.2. Track 4, Senior Play Comm. 4. RICHARD EDWARD CAMPBELL Yearbook 4. Senior Play Comm. 4. A.A. 1.2.3.4. RALPH J. CERVONE All Conference 4. Football 3.4. Track 4. Intra- murals — Basketball 1.2.3.4. Volleyball 1.2.3. Softball 1.2. Yearbook 4. Senior Play Comm. 4. Yearbook 4. Senior Play Prompter 4. 19 THERESA HELEN DROSKOSKI Bowling 1.2.3. Archery I. Tennis 2.3. Softball 2. Gym Show S. Badminton I. Intramurals — Vol- leyball 2. Basketball 3.4. Chorus 1.2.3.4. Library Club 2. Senior Play 4. ARTHUR HENRY EBELING Basketball 1.2.3.4. I rack 4. Intramurals — Bas- ketball I. Volleyball 1.2,3, Softball 1.2. Band 1.2. Talent Show I. Yearbook 4. R. LORETTA EWELL Field Hotkey 2.3. Basketball 3.4. Softball 2.3. Volleyball 3.4. Bowling 2.3. Archery 2. Library Club 1.2. Gym Show 2.3. Yearl ook 4. FLOYD IRWIN FELDMAN Basketball 1.2.3.4. Football 3. Manager I. Base ball 1.2.3.4. Bowling 3.1. Intramurals — Volley- ball 3. Basketball I. Softball I. Asst. Candy Man ager 4. Yearbook 4. Senior I’lav 4. MARCELLA ELEANOR FIEDLER Betty Crocker Award 4. Class Treasurer 2. Bas- ketball 1.2.3.4. Volleyball 2.3.4. Softball 2.3. Field Hockey 2.3.4. Gym Show 1,2.3.4. Intramurals— Basketball 1.2.3.4. Volleyball 1.2.3.4. Capl. 4. Girls Leaders Club 2.3.4. Chorus 1. Cafeteria 4. Yearlmok 4. Senior Play Prompter 4. FREDERICK EDWARD GAGEN Football 3,4, Baseball I. Track 4. Intramurals— Basketball 1.2.3. Volleyball 1.2.3. Softball 1,2, Band 1.2. Hot Rod Club 4. MARY JOSEPHINE GLORIA Basketball 2. Field Hockey 4. Tennis 1.2. Gym Show 1.2.3.4. Intramural — Basketball 1.2.3.4, Capt. 4. Chorus 4. Cafeteria 4. Yearbook 4. Sen- ior Play Prompter 4. ETHEL C. HABERMANN Volleyball 1.3,4. Basketball 3.4. Softball 2.3.4. Bowling 3. Field Hockey 3.4. Track 1.2. Gym Show 2.3.4. Intramurals - Basketball 1.2.3. Vol- leyball 1.2.3.4. Chorus 1.2.3.4. Cafeteria 1.2.3.4. Yearbook 4, Senior Play 4. 2« CHARLOTTE MARY HANFF CAROL LA BAD Basketball 1,2.3,4, Softball 1,2. Intramurals— Volley ball 1,2,3.4. Basketball 1.2.3.4. Chorus 2,3.4 . NANCY ANN LUCE Honor Society. Student Council 2.3.4. Vice-Presi- dent ‘2,4. President .3. Baseball 2, Gym Show 1.2.4; Intramurals — Volleyball 2.3. Basketball 1.2.3.4. Drum Majorette 2,3.4. Chorus 1.2.3.4. Audio-Visual Club 4. Purple Quill 1.3. Cafeteria 4. Senior Play 4. Yearlx ok 4. JOHN MICHAEL MONTGOMERY All Suffolk 4. All Conference 4. Football 1.2.3.4. Baseball 1.3.4. A.A. 1.2. Intramural - Basketball 4. Yearlx ok 4. Senior Play Comm. 4. JOHN F. MULHALL Honor Society. Class President 2.3.4. Empire Boys' State 3. Baseball 1.2.3,4. Intramurals — Vol- leyball 2.3. Basketball 3.4, Audio-Visual Club 3.4. President 3.4. Yearl ook 4. Senior Play 4. Honor Society. Class Vice-President 1.3.4. Student Council 2. D.A.R. Citizenship Award. Field Hockey 2.3.4. Basketball 1.2.3.4. Volleyball 2.3.4. Cun Show 1.2.3.4. Softball 1.2. Intramurals—Bas- ketball 1.2.3.4. Volleyball 1.2.3.4. Girls' Leaders Club 2.3.4. Chorus 1.2.3. Yearlwxik 4. Senior Play 4. MARY ANN H1GBEE Chorus 4. Senior Library Club 2.3.4, Secretary 2.3. A.A. 1.2.3.4. SYBIL RHODA KAPLAN SAIL I LORI AN Honor Society. Class Vice-President 2. Student Council 3.4. Vice-President 3. President 4. Fresh- man Subjects Prize I. Instrumental Prize 3, Gym Show 1.2.3.4. Girls’ Leaders Club 3.4. Band 1.2.3.4. Junior Chorus (act) 1.2.3.4. All State Festi- val 1.2.3.4. Conference 2. North Fork Festival 3.4. Yearbook 4 (Assoc. Ed.) . Senior Play 4. ELIZABETH JANE KAUFER Field Hockey 3.4. Basketball 2.3.4. Volleyball 4. Fenuis 1.2. Archery I. Gym Show 1.2.3.4. Chorus 2.3.4. Senior Play Comm. 4. 21 HENRY ANTHONY MYSLBORSKI All Conference I. Football 1.2.3.4. Baseball 1.2.3. Basketball 1.2.3. Yearbook 4. Senior Play Comm. 4. EVELYN ANN NICHOLS Field Hockey 2.3. Basketball 1.2. Softball 1.2. Volleyball 1.2.3. Archers 1.2. Intramurals — Vol- leyball 1.2.3.4. Basketball 1.2.3.4. Yearbook 4. HELEN HAYES OLSON Honor Society. Civics Pri e I. Fire Prevention 2. American Histon 3. Checrlcading 1.2.3.4. Capt. 4. Field Hockey 1.2.3.4. Basketball 1.2,3.4. Gym Show 1.2.3.4. Intramural — Basketball 1.2.3.4. ( apt. 4. (.iris' Leaders Club 2.3.4. President 4. Yearbook Asst. Editor 4. Cafeteria 3.4. Senior Play 4. VIRGINIA ANN PIRILLO Tennis 1.2. Archery 2. Gym Show 1.2. Intramur- als — Volleyball 4. Basketball 3.4. Library Club 1.2,3,4, Yearbook 4. PHILIP WARREN PROFERES Football I. Basketball 1.3.4. Baseball 1,2,3,4. .A. 1,2,3.4. Yearbook 4, Senior Play Comm. 4. BARBARA MERLE INE RACKET! Honor Society. Field Hockey 2.3.4. Basketball 2 3.4. Volleyball 3,4, Softball 2. Pennis 2. Intra- murals — Basketball 2.3.4. Volleyball 3.4. Cheer- leading 3.4, (.iris' Leaders Club 4. Gym Show 2. 3.4. Yearbook 4. Senior Play 4. LAURA GAIL RYDER I ennis 2. Volleyball 4. Gym Show 4. Intramurals —Volleyball 2.3.4. Chorus 2.3.4. Library Club I. Secretary 1. Audio-Visual Club 4. Secretary 4, Purple Quill 3. Yearbook 4. Senior Play 4. EDWARD SKREZEC Student Council 4. All Suffolk 4. All Conference 4. Football 1.2.3.4, Co Capt. 4. Basketball 1,2,3. Baseball 2.3.4. Gym Show 1.2. I rack 4. Intra- mural — Volleyball 2. Audio-Visual Club 3.4. Purple Quill 4. Yearbook 4, Senior Play 4. 22 WILLIAM S. TUTHILL Honor Society. Empire Boys' State 3. Football 1.2. Mgr. 4. Basketball 1. Gym Show 1.3.4. In- tramural — Basketball 3.4. A.A. 1.2.3.4. Audio- Visual 3.4. Vice-President 4. Yearlmok Business Manager 4. Senior Play 4. CLIFFORD II. UTZ Ml Conference 4. Ml Suffolk 4. Football 1.2.3.4. Basketball 1.2.3. I rack 1.2.4. Gym Show 1.2.3.4 Intramurals — Volleyball 1.2.3.4. Basketball 4. Band 1.2.3.4. Chorus 1.2,3.4. Camera Club 3. Yearbook 4. Senior Plav Comm. 4. ANTHONY VOLIN SKI Alex Poulos ward. Football 1.2.3.4. Baseball 1.2.3.4. Basketball 1.2.3.4. Irack 1.2.3. Bowling 1.2, Intramurals — Softball 1.2. Volleyball 1.2. G m Show 1.2.3. MARY ARDEN WEBB Class Secretary 1.2.3. Chorus 1.2.3.4. Yearbook 4. Senior Play Comm. 4. . . I.2.3.4. SANDRA ANN TABOR Intramural — Volleyball 1.4. Chorus 1.2.3,4, A .A. 1.2.3,4. DOROTHY ANN THILBERG Volleyball 2. Archery 1.2. Gym Show 1.2.3. Cheer- leading 3.4. ( apt. 3.4. Intramural — Volleyball 1.2. Cafeteria 2. Yearbook 4. BARBARA JANE THORNHILL Class I reasurer 3.4. Student Council 2. Archery 3. Field Hockey 3.4. Softball 3.4. Basketball 3.4. Volleyball 4. (.iris’ Leaders Club 3.4. I reasurer 4. Chorus 1.2.3. Ycarlxrok Asst. Business Mana- ger 4, Cafeteria 4. Senior Play Prompter 4. PHEBE ANNA TOWNSEND Student Council 2. Badminton 1. Vrcherv 2. Gym Show 1.2. A.A. 1.2.3. Band 1.2.3. Chorus 1,2.3, North Fork Festival 2.3. Purple Quill 3. Dra- matics Club 3. ANN WERNIKOWSKI Left to right: Mrs. Montgomerv 1953-1955 Archery 1. Bowling 3. Intramurals — Volleyball 2.3.4. Basketball 4. Chorus 1.2.3.4. A .A. 1.2.3.4. earhook 4. Senior Play Comm 4. VIRGINIA ELLEN WETMORE Volleyball 1.2. I rack 1.2. Cheerleading 2,3.4. In- tramurals Volleyball 1.2. Basketball 1.2. Gym Show 1.2. Chorus 4. Senior Play Comm. 4. JAMES MICHAEL WOODWARD Intramurals — Volleyball 4. Basketball 4. Chorus I. Audio-Visual Club 3.4. Camera Club 3. Candy Sales Manager 3.4. Yearbook 4. Senior Play 4. P. O. Jl. Class Wotliers - 1951-1955 Mrs. Brown 1951-1952 1953-1955 Mrs. Thornhill 1951-1952 Mrs. Cagen 1952-1953 24 ■uit Jew C lient ora I (e I Ijonun ts 1. Sooo Big!!! 2. Camera Hogs 3. Curtain please! 4. All alone. I'm so all alone! 5. Oh, you say that to all the girls!! 6. The Big Handout!!! 7. Typical, eh? What?!!! 8. Kitchen privileges. 5). G.H.S. Road Devils! 10. Food for thought! 25 a leer i n(j (Crowds The G. H. S. football team had an out- standing season this year. The team fin- ished with a seven and one record; their only loss being to a fine Northport team, coached by a former G. H. S. Coach, John Ryder. This year there were thirty-one candidates who reported for football. The team had three weeks of hard practice in which the candidates participated very faithfully. G. H. S. entered the 1954 season en- couraged by the previous year’s victories. They continued their winning ways for the next two games, until they faced North- port which broke their nine-game winning streak. Determined to redeem this defeat, Greenport went on to win the remaining games. Over a period of three years, in which the present seniors were the back- bone of the team. Greenport lias won nine- teen games and lost three. In 1953, Green- port set a new school record with an un- defeated season. The captains of this year’s football team were Ed Skrezec and Henry Msylbor- ski. These two boys played outstanding ball as halfbacks. The rest of the back- field was composed of fullback Bill Dinizio and quarterback Dick Breese. The end positions were held down by three very capable boys, Jack Skrezec, Harry Bubb and Bill Claudio. I he tackle positions were held down by two husky boys, Cliff Utz and Ralph Cervone. Playing guards First row: 1). Higbee, II. Bubb, R. Cervone, D. I.illis. II. Msslborski. K. Skrezec, C. Liz. J. Montgomery. R. Breese. R. Slcdjcski. Second row: Coach Wells. I . Lillis. J. Skrezec. F. Gagen. J. Rush. W. Dinizio. R. Corazzini. (.. Vallely, L. King. K. Rowe. H. Brandi. W. Claudio. C. Montgomery. Mr. Banker. Coach Jackson. Third row: W. I tithilI. Mgr.. L. l-.wcll. R. Howard. J. Sullivan. J. Moore. C. Bumble. F. I oledo. R. Biggs. . Shepard. J. I a Bad. G. Wctmore. 26 of e, ourSe “3ootUl 3ime” af Q. .U. S. Kneeling: H. Mvslliorski. K. Skrezec. Standing: Coach Jackson. W. I uthill. Mgr.. Coach Wells. were four lads with equal ability, Joe Bush, Dan Lillis, Fred Gagen anti Dick Goraz- zini. Fhe center position was played by “old faithful,” John Montgomery. Players that saw limited action this year, but will see plenty of action next year are Charlie Bumble, Jimmy LaBad, Frank Toledo, Chris Montgomery, Gene King, John Moore, Etl Ewell, Arthur Shepard, George Vallely, George Wetmore, Eddie Williams, Holten Brandi, Tommy Lillis, Bob Biggs, John Sullivan, Ed Rowe, and Bob Howard. On December 14, the second annual football banquet was held at Mitchell’s Restaurant. Gold footballs were presented to the players. A fine time was had by all. A prominent part of the banquet was the speeches given by coaches Jackson and Wells, Mayor Goldin, and Mr. Harold Thornhill. The coaches, Dorrie Jackson and Rob- ert Wells did a very fine job in coaching the team and are to be complimented on their success with the team. Six members of this year’s team made the coaches’ All-Conference Team. John Montgomery, Cliff Utz, and Ed Skrezec made the first team, while Henry Myslbor- ski, Ralph Cervone, and Harry Bubb made the second team. Ed Skrezec and Cliff Utz made the AU-Suflolk Team. The following boys received trophies for selection on the All-Suffolk Team: Ed Skrezec, Cliff Utz and John Montgomery. The team as a whole received a plaque for winning the Eastern Suffolk County Championship. SIM.MARY Green port 18 La Salle 0 Greenport 32 South Huntington 13 Green port 7 Northport 12 Greenport 27 Smith town 0 Greenport 21 Southampton 7 Greenport 33 East Hampton 7 Greenport 20 YVesthampton 0 Greenport 26 East Islip 12 Q. J4. S. iJaiLtUf Firsi row: I . Proferes. A. Eheling. K. I uthill. H. Buhl). Second row: K. Breese, V. Claudio. Third row: Coach Wells. J. Charters. F. Feldman. J. Sullivan. The bounce of basketballs and the thumping of feet could be heard on No- vember 14 when Coach Wells put the bas- ketball squad through their paces for the first practice of the 1954-55 season. By splitting their first eight games, the local five were off to a slow start, but fin- ished strong, winning seven of the last ten. The varsity ended with the record of 11 wins in 18 games. In these 18 games, G.H.S. scored 989 points as against their opponents’ 942. They averaged 55 points per game as against 52 for their opposi- tion. On the whole, the foul shooting was good as the Purple and Gold made 329 foul shots in 422 tries for a seventy-eight percent score. Dick Breese and Bill Clau- dio finished the season with exactly 250 points each to pace the G.H.S. scoring. They should form a good nucleus with which to build next year’s team. Much credit should be given to Mr. Wells for the fine job of coaching the team this season, which proved to be the best season which G.H.S. has had for the past four years. Greenport 36 Sag Harbor 37 Greenport 59 Shelter Island 35 Greenport 60 East Hampton 44 Greenport 45 Westhampton 39 Greenport 30 Center Moriches 56 Greenport 60 Eastport 51 28 J4oopiterS Were ReJL W X 9 j. V Ea This year s Junior Varsity team had a very large turnout, and this support re- sulted in a very successful season of 13 wins and 5 losses. I he team was sparked by Jim La Bad and Ken Mosby, who will be eligible for a berth on next year’s varsity. Jack Skrezec, Dick Corazzini and Grover Thompson looked very promising in competition and profiting by this year’s experience, will be greatly improved for future participation. In addition to these players, the team consisted of many prospective stars, such as A1 Wagner, John Tamin, Frank Swann. Stan Kaplan, Herman Shelby, Robert Howard, Art Shepard, Fred Fiedler, Bill Hanff, George Wetmore, John Sperling and Tom Lillis. l irsi row: R. Corazzini. J. I'amin, ). la Bad. J. Skrezec, G. Thompson. A. Wagner. Second row: W. Hanff. R. Howard. K. Moshy. I'. Fiedler. J. Spcr ling. S. Kaplan. II. Shelhy. I bird row: W. Sullivan (Mgr.). F. Randall. F. Swann. (.. Wetmore. I . Lillis. A. Shep- ard. Coach Wells. I here was a mad scramble under the basket as Billy and Arthur reached for the rebound. First row: K. Ewell. B. l)e Jesus. R. Goldsmith. J. Martocchia. H. Breese. R. Quarty. C. I t . A. Shepard. Sec ond row: T. Hudson. M. Harris. G. Moore. 1). Cervone. 1 . Wilson. C. l)e Jesus. R. Wilson. Third row: G. Wilson, F. De Jesus. A. Tuthill. A. Alvarez, Coach Jackson. Green port 58 Mattituck 64 Green port 62 Southampton 77 Green port 62 Sag Harbor 53 Green port 56 Southold 37 Green port 50 Easthampton 45 Green port 48 Westhampton 36 Green port 45 (Center Moriches 59 Green port 70 Hridgehanipton 58 Green port 54 Mattituck 65 Grecnport 76 Shelter Island 60 Green port 68 Southampton 65 Green port 49 Southold 61 WLn C aniCy We 2bu.iteJ Off the 2)iamonJ The scraping of spikes, the clatter of bats and the familiar cry of “Play Ball signify the opening of another baseball season. With many of last year’s stalwarts back for spring practice, the players arc after another banner year such as last year when Greenport High captured the B2 pennant and finished the year with a rec- ord of seven wins, three losses, and one tie. Although we shall be missing a few of the players who formed the nucleus of last year’s squad, we have many capable boys who are ready and able to fill these vacant positions. The outcome of this year will depend upon the play of such seasoned performers as Jack Mulhall, Floyd Feldman, Phil Pro- feres. Harry Bubb, John Montgomery. Reg Tuthill, Grover Thompson and Dick Breese. The competition this year in league play will be much stiffer than last year. In addition to last year’s league mainstays will be Southampton, Center Moriches and East Hampton. This will mean that our team will have to play twelve league games as compared to six games last year. As this annual goes to press, the base- ball season has not yet begun. With the first game scheduled for April 18, against Southampton High, the boys are ready and eager for another banner season. First row: Coach Wells, 1). Htinion. J. Mulhall. K. Skrc- zec, R. IUtlii11. J. Montgomery. H. Myslborski. G. I homj) son. F. Feldman. Coach Jackson. Second row: W. Mi I sen. F. I olcdo, IV Proferes. R. Breese, F. Shoates. ( . Bumble. . Wagner, R. Powell. J. Ducll. J. Thornhill. SO VARSI I Y ( HKERLEADERS I .cl I to Right: V. Wet more. K. Kaufer. J. Mysllxirski. N. Goldin. H. Olson, |. Norkc Inn. li. Racket!. GIRLS’ LEADERS GI.l'B First row: S. Lcllman, B. Racket!. Second row: K. Gloria. I . Brown. N. Goldin. M. Brown. S. Kaplan, I’. Terry. Third row: M. Cos- tello. Mrs. I’ttgsley. M. l ietl- ler. Fourth row: B. Thorn- hill, C. Hanff. H. Olson. This year, under the direction of Mrs. Pugs- ley, an ambitious program for Girls’ Sports was planned for early fall. Field Hockey was the first sport played, but was not played competitively as in previous years. A new sport was introduced called Speed-A-Way, which is a combination of hockey, soccer, speed- ball and basketball. This sport became quite popular and will probably be played competi- tively next fall. 1 .ater, in the winter, volleyball season started. A varsity composed of 12 girls participated in a Play Day at Rtverhead. Two games were played, with Southold and Riverhead. Although the girls were defeated in both games, they fought hard and made a good showing. Basketball season began with a great deal of enthusiasm. The first game of the season was played with Southold and ended with a score of 40 to 22 in Greenport's favor. Stimulated by this victory, the girls played at Riverhead, but lost with a score of 2(i to ( . A Play Day was held for the varsity at Center Moriches High School on March 5. In the four games played, Greenport ended up with a tie of 9 to 9 with Sacred Heart; a 15 to 5 defeat by East Hampton; a 10 to 9 defeat by Riverhead; and a 10 to 7 win over Hampton Bays High School. With the close of the basketball season, plans for the Gym Show were started. The theme of this year’s show was the G.H.S. Olympics. Everyone enjoyed the sports and dances of the different countries as well as the brightly col- ored flags and decorations. With the arrival of spring came track, tennis and softball, bringing to a close a successful year if success can be measured by participation anil good sportsmanship rather than victories. Our Qirts Were JltUetoi, anci m IJou Can See, Our Sit life tic program fk f Q ry-JI 'C a JJS ft First row: M. Olson. Fenwick. N. (.oldin. S. Kaplan. B. Kaufcr, B. Rack- ctt, I). Bush. M. Gloria. Second row: S. Coyle. B. I hornhill. M. Fiedler. C. Hanfr. F. Hahermann. M. Benko, Mrs. Pugsley. 7CCC First row: M. Rinehart. S. Hudson. B. Brooks. S. Clark. K. Wilson. G. Prine. C. Fenwick. 1). Bush. J. Con- don. Second row: M. Bishop. N. (.oldin. B. Katifer. M. (iloria. M. Brown. I). Wilson. A. Howard. S. I rower. A. Vail. S. Coyle. Third row: II. Olson. B. Racket i. S. Kaplan. B Thornhill. M. Benko. M. Fiedler. C. Hanft, K. Hahermann. 1). Peterson, Mrs. Pugsley. LJI- Way ZJennis First row: I). Woodward. K. (iloria. M. Costello. N. (.oldin. M. Brown. S. Tollman. Second row: M. Hulse. H. Kaplan. S. Decker. M. Rinehart. S. Hudson. 1 . Corwin. M. Smith. S. Clark. Mad a arm and ([beauty lAJcff TJa(enl Jarsity VJL,Uf First row: H. Olson. B. Rackett. K. Wilson. ). Condon. V Goldin. Second row: Mrs. Pugsley. M. Benko. M. Jarvis. M. Fiedler, C. Hanff. F.. Haber matin. G. Ryder. S. Coyle. First row: B. Rackett. K. Kaufer. N. Goldin. ). Norkelun. F. Hahermann. M. Fiedler, H. Olson. B. Blados, S. Clark. Second row: K. Wilson. I). Bush. S. Kaplan. A. Howard. S. Deck- er. M. | ar is. Mrs. Pugsley. C. Hanff. B. Thornhill. S. Coyle. M. Benko. H. Kaplan. M. Brown. S. I .dim an. intramural UMyUl First row: F. Tuthill. K. Wilson. P. Brown. Second row: V. Pirillo. (.. Ryder. C. Hanff, F.. Hahermann. M. Jarvis. P. Carbone. Our f Lysicaf Education p roa ram intramural BasLtUt a ft am rs First row: X. Goldin. R. Powell. R. Cervone. I). Hunton. J. Moore. Sec- ond row: (.. I t . . Nichols. J. Sper- ling. J. Thornhill. First row: F. Gagen, F. Feldman. P. Proferes. T. Volinski. R. Waterhouse. Second row: C. Montgomery. J. Bush. F. Randall. R. Powell. VV. Claudio. Third row: W. Tabor. F. Dawson. W. Fifield. W. Dinizio. Fourth row: C. Utz, J. Moore. I). Breesc. R. Decker. Kneeling: R. Brccse. W. Claudio, J. Moore. R. Ccrvone, F. Toledo. E. Skrezec, C. Utz, J. Montgomery. J. Skrc ec. E. Williams. First row: Coach Wells. R. Adams. D. Hun ton, K. Mos- by. J. Sperling. T. Wysocki, R. W ater- house. I. I.illis. J. Sullivan. A. Peavcy, H. Brandi. H. Buhl). H. Vail. W . Din- izio. R. Reeves. P. Racket!. R. Decker. Second row: J. Henyard. C. Burnham. W. Leiblien. A. Nichols, F. Randall. R. Brooks. J. Tasker, A. Tasker. J. Madsen. (foveret Phase of JkkteUc £„J. cavor Left to right: I). Stern. 1). I-at ham. (.. Hanff. k. Wilton. M. Flulse. 1). Powers j. V Cheerleaders First row: E. Green. M. Rinehart. D. I hillierg. S. Ixllman Second row: M Costello, H. Kaplan. I). Woodward. S. Hudson. Qirls’ Sof hall First row: 1 . Bush. VI. Beni S. E. Hal emiann. Second row: B R_rs ett. I). Woodward. VI Fini n C. Hanff. H. Obon. 36 Sen i or a torn J First row: I . Carbone. N. Luce. M. Brown. (.. Ryder. L. Habermann. K. Kaufer. S. Coyle. S. Clark. S. labor. V. VVeimore. Mr. Purdy. Second row: A l agan, M. Jarvis, F. Johnson. F. Lilies. B. Schelin. M. Cherepowich. C. Fen- wick. M. Hul.se, 1. Droskoski. M. Smith. I . Townsend. I bird row: 1). Corwin. A. Howard. J. Cowan. |. Pilles. I). Bush. M. Bcnko. K. Webb. C. Pappas, VI. Webb. M. Gloria. M. Higbee. Fourth row: K. Gloria. A. Moerland. J. Sturm. S. Lelhnan. N. Goldin. G. Levine, P. Terry, J. Duell. 1). Powers. J. I hornhill. P. Reiter. Fifth row: S. Decker. F. Tuthill. B. Sty back. P. Brown. F. Brooks. J. Norkeltin, J. Mvslborski. M. I uthill. A. Leaves. YV. Fi- field. C. ft . Jnn ior a tonij First row: M. Gcehreng. J. Fiedler. I). Foster, C. Grush- kin. I. Hartnen. (.. Hansen. B. Brooks. S. Hudson. M. Rinehart. F. Green. G. Prince. Mrs. Norton. S. Kaplan (ate.). Second row: M. Doucett. F. De Lapp. A. Jensen. P. Sturm. A. Mostovey. P. I uthill. C. Dil.alla, F. Aaen- stead. C. Ut . M. Kaplan, . Rutkowski. P. Cora zini. Third row: 1). Powers. J. Bcnko. J. Copin. K. Deduck. J. (.rattan. A. Begley. P. Christensen. A. Nichols. I. Toliver, H. Geehrcng. K. Gillus. Fourth row: H. Kap- lan. M. Bishop. 1). Latham. K. Cranford, C. Wilsen. B. Foster. I). Ciacia. C. Cassidy. K. Cottral. M. Butler. J. Kelt ham. . (.ibbs. Fifth row: H. Cherepowich. J. Town send. M. Coyle. I). Slum. A. Slcdjeski. J. Verity. L War- ren. A. Vail, A. Hope, B. Blados. G. Slcdjeski. Kneeling: N. Luce. Second row: I). Powers. H. Kap- lan. F. Green. Band Column I: front to back: G. Cottral. F. Brooks. f. Bcn- ko. R. Banker. M. Smith. M. Gcehreng. . Jensen. 1). Corwin. Column 2: S. Coyle. H. Gcehreng. P. I ownsend. A. Lasker. M. Tuthill. P. I uthill. G. Prince, J. Tasker. Column 3: K. Webb. B. Quinn. C. Wilson. C. Wilsen. 1). Bush. P. Christensen. (.. Grathwohl. 1). Foster. Column I: R. Bishop. . Wagner. 1). Powers. S. Kaplan. . Klipp. M. Hulsc. W'any Were CJLl Members of the National Hon- or Society are chosen on the basis of character, scholarship, leader- ship and service. It is therefore one of tlte most distinct honors that can be achieved by a high school senior. The Student Council has per- formed many services to the school this year. Its outstanding service this year was to sponsor dances after the home basketball games. The Audio Visual Club is un- der the direction of Mr. romp- kins and Miss Walsh. This group operates and maintains most of the school-owned projection and sound equipment, and is there- fore a great assistance to the faculty and student body. J lon or First row: II. Racketl. II. Olson, M. Brown. S. Kaplan. Second row: Mr. Banker. N. Luce. J. Mulhall. C. Hanff. B. 'Ttit hill. First row: S. Goldin. I). Vallely. L. Raczius. l. I tit lii 11. S. Kaplan. X. Luce. 1). Woodward, A. Klipp, E. Aaenstad. Second row: J. Sperling. C. DiLalla. CL Vallely, G. Levine. E. Skrezec. Mr. Banker. H. Kaplan. 1). Powers. II. Carlozzi. Seated: Mr. Tompkins. J. Sperling. W. I uthill. J. Woodward. J. Mulhall. P. Racket!. A. I asker. First row: G. Ry- der. 1). Corwin. X. Luce, E. Skrezec. Miss Walsh. II. Brandi, J. Lasker. H. Carlozzi. G. Vallely. I). Powers. A. Wagner. G. Cottral. J. Wells. R. Brooks. Second row: J. Lahti. 1). Hun- ton. W. Leihlien. W. Sullivan. P. Dou- cctt. P. Rieter. R. Adams. C. Burnham. Were oSen The newly formed Dramatic Club, under the direction of Mr. Carruthers, has proved to be very popular. Early in the year its members gave the hilarious one-act play, “The Villian Foiled Again, which was enjoyed by the entire high school, and later by the members of the P.T.A. Under the capable direction of Mr. Deutschmann, the members of the Camera Club are learn- ing how to take, print and de- velop pictures properly. They enjoy their club activities and, at the same time, are gaining useful knowledge. This year’s issues of the Pur- ple Quill were more successful than ever before, due partly to the hard work of Editor Greta Levine. 2). ranici fic S First row: A. Mocrland. ). Condon. B. Blados, S. I .oilman. S. Appelt, I . Ber- dinka, M. Middink. S. Decker. Second row: J. Townsend. D. Latham, M. Costello, J. Sturm. 1). Powers, 1 . Town- send. H. Kaplan. C. Pappas, k. Gloria, k. Webb. Third row: Mr. Carruthcrs. W. Sullivan. V. Fifield, II. Carlozzi, W. Lieblien. H. Brandi. J. Tasker. J. Bake- laar. M. Smith. M. Coyle, A. Vail. F. Futhill. B. Stvback. (Camera First row: A. Tasker. S. Appelt, Mr. Deutschmann, P. Berdinka. Second row: J. Ryder, W. Sullivan. H. Carlozzi. M. Hulse, D. Stern. W. I.iehlein. J. Tas- ker. Third row: G. Cottral, C. Burn- ham. Pur,, First row: R. Decker. X. Goldin. F. Skrezec. A. Tasker. Second row: C. Fenwick. M. Futhill. J. Myslhorski. G. Levine, k. Webb, M. Cherepowich. I bird row: Mr. Tompkins. A. Wag- ner, F. Randall. V. Schaumburg. P. Berdinka. P. Townsend, F. Futhill. J. Norkelun. N. Goldin. B. Sty back. A. Nichols. M. Benko, J. Sperling. L Qu “May I go to the library?” is a common phrase heard everyday by study hall teachers. The li- brary is indeed a popular place for everyone, whether for doing reference work, reading maga- zines or simply looking for a good book. The many duties connected with the efficient runn'ng of a library are handled daily by the students of the Library Clubs under the super- vision of Miss On. Highlighting the year’s ac- tivities, is the Book Week celebration when these students take time from their ordinary tasks of arranging and checking books, to prepare elabor- ate displays for the new books and to sponsor a faculty tea. Certificates of merit for their serv- ice to the school are awarded to Library Club members annually at the special Book Week assembly. Library Clubs, under the direction of Miss On , render an invaluable service to the school and offer at the same time excellent training to their members. Senior II. Andrews, H. Matthias. M. Higbee. MissOrr. 1). Costello. I Berdinka. V. Pirillo, V. Cook. G. Thilhurg. R. Fiore. 3un ior First row: Miss Orr. V. Rut- kowski. 1). Rhino. Second row: C. Miller. E. Aacnstad, J. Coyle. J. Brooks. I . Chris- tensen. B. Waterhouse. H. Geehreng, G. Dawson. M. Butler. B. Tuthill. 40 Staff First row: S. Clark. M. Gloria. B. Andrews. M. Gag- en, H. VI a comber. J. Condon. H. Olson. Second row: E. llahcrmann. Mrs. Proferes, C. Hanff. M. Fiedler. F. Swann. B. I horn hi 11. N. Luce. Mrs. llulse. Mrs. Man waring. n am icnancc Seated: R. Pemberton. N. Powers. Standing: F. Gardi- ner. K. Wells. I.. Webb, O. Macomber. 3n 3onJ onj ecu rice uiIcim son m an warm 9 It is difficult to express in words the sorrow felt by everyone at Greenport High School on learning of the death of Mrs. Man waring. Bea,” as she was affection- ately known, always had time for a little lun. Students, teachers and janitors found the ir way to the kitchen for a friendly chat and a good laugh. By her many thought- ful acts, her patience and her sympathy, especially, she endeared herself to the girls who served so faithfully in cafeteria duties. She is missed tremendously as she was a friend to all. 41 We Undertook tL orv Seated: Sirs. Oilier. H. Olson, M. Brown. S. Kaplan. B. Thornhill. Standing: Mr. Purdy. Mr. Bombardier. Mr. Levy VV. I titiiill. e tts cacn com bcr The chewed pencil stubs, piles of dic- tionaries, the battered copy of Roget’s Thesaurus, and reams of crumpled papers strewn in the wake of our yearbook are silent witnesses to endless hours of work —and fun. It all began way back in October with the selection of the yearbook staff: Marcia Brown, editor-in-chief; Helen Olson and Sybil Kaplan, assistant editors; and Wil- liam Tuthill and Barbara Thornhill, busi- ness managers. In the middle of October, the editors and art editors attended the Columbia Scholastic Yearbook Conference with Mrs. Diller. There much useful knowledge per- taining to the production of a yearbook was learned, and we enthusiastically re- turned home to begin work. Work! We weren’t even slightly aware of all the work that lay before us. How- ever, our bliss was short lived because Mr. O’Connor came to help us plan our an- nual a scant two days after our return from New York, and shortly after that, the “dummy” was planned. As we thumbed through the “dummy” our dream world suddenly crumbled, for it was then that we realized it was our job to fill these empty pages. As the actual work commenced, any- one passing Mrs. Diller’s room could hear: If only the money would come in more quickly,” “We need more snapshots,” “Are the idents' spelled correctly?” “Who’s going to write . . . ?” What would we have done without Bar- bara Rackett! She headed the typing of the yearbook and yet found time to write copy, offer suggestions and retain a cheer- ful smile that encouraged us all. 42 -About Abis IJear of Our J!i iveS .A y, arbooh Meanwhile, groups of seniors began to procure patronage from local businessmen and residents of Greenport, as well as from neighboring towns. “Boosters” and fam- ily page” contributions were also obtained to help finance the book. Then came the day that “our story” was to be immortalized on film. Yes, Mr. Dolcga arrived to take yearbook pictures. There was mass confusion getting every- one together and arranging groups in poses to match those in the “dummy”, but the final pictures were worth all of the trouble. Several members of the faculty headed production committees. Mrs. Dillcr was the faculty advisor, and without her there would be no book. Mr. Levy supervised the business end. Mr. Bombardier the typ- ing, Mr. Deutschmann, circulation and Mr. Purdy, distribution. Gradually — very gradually indeed — the messy papers were transformed into typewritten copy sheets, and we managed to get this yearbook to press in spite of the cries of woe and despair that have gone along with it. It’s been a lot of fun! We are proud of “our story” and hope you like it too. cjCiterarij Ataff ani i SineSS Kneeling: J. Woodward. J. Midhall. I’. Proferes. K. Skrezec. Seated: M. Webb. V. I'irillo. N. I.nec. G. Ryder, S. Coyle, li. Racked. M. Gloria. Standing: C. Hanff. H. Myslhorski. J, Brooks. R. Cervone. T. -Volinski, E. Habcrinami. F. Feldman. C . I t . J. Bush. J. Charters, A. Ehcling. B. Thornhill. IS Jtt s mateur eSfyianSy Curtain going up!!! This familiar cry echoed backstage in the G.H.S. auditorium on the night of April I. and the cast of “Curtain Going Up ’ knew that this was it. After rehearsing for weeks under the direc- tion of Miss Raynor and Mr. Bombardier, we were ready. As we nervously stood in the wings waiting for the curtain to rise, we couldn’t help recol- lecting the many hilarious and anxious hours that went into the production of our play. We remembered . . . tryouts, and the anxious mo- ments afterwards until the parts were distributed . . . our first rehearsal on the stage and how lost we were . . . our never-ending pranks dur- ing rehearsals . . . memorizing the lines, but carrying the playbooks with us between scenes . . . the understanding prompters . . . the laughs and worries shared by the directors and the cast . . . Miss Raynor’s consistently patient request to “take it again from Buck’s. Lorry’s, or Andy’s entrance,” and Mr. Bombardier’s repeated sug- gestion to “stay in character” . . . the wild con- fusion of the dress rehearsal. And of course we shall never forget the “characters” . . . “Wooclic” in the role of Milt and his hilarious southern drawl . . . Charlotte as Elsie and her famous line “sour stomach” . . . Ed as the girl-shy Buck . . . Gail as the be- wildered Miss Burgess, and Bill as her “heart interest” Mr. Carter . . . Ethel as the stage-struck Lorry who gains the lead, loses her boyfriend, wins a new one, and makes up with her former one . . . Marcia as the jealous Nancy who steals the playbooks the first clay of rehearsal . . . Bar- bie as Janet and that giggle” . . . Jack and I HE CAST Mins Irene Bulges ------------------- Lorn Fuller _________________________ Nancy Leverktoe --------------------- Miss C .n«� l n Moran ---------------- miss Henrietta Rivers _______________ Elsie Hunter ________________________ s i i.i Moore______7----------------- Janet Young ------------------------- loan m hltc _________________________ Kyle Roberts------------------------- Mr. mman c arter ------------------- Andy Full bright - Jocko Guthrie ----------------------- Mill Sanders_________________________ but k O'Hara Nlr. Tony Peterson Mr. Richard Leveridge --------------- ___ Gail Ryder Ethel Habermann Marcia Brown Theresa Droskoski Daphne Costello .Charlotte Hanff ___Nang Luce Barbara Rackett ___Helen Olson _____Sybil Kaplan Wtlnan I uthill Jack Mulhall John Brooks James Woodward Edward Skrezec Joseph Bush Flout Feldman Seated on noor: l.tice. F. Skrc ec. First row: H. Olson. ( . Hanff. I Droskoski. C. Coyle. M. Brown. B. Racked. F Habermann. J Mulhall. O Ruler. B I uthill. Second row: J. Bush. J. Brooks. J. Woodward. F. Feldman. S. Kaplan. Mr. Bombardier. 44 in Senior 99 Johnnie as the feuding Andy and Jocko . . . Joe as Tony the harrassed janitor who . . . Before our daydreams were completed, the houselights dimmed, the curtain rose and the class of ’55 added another “hit” chapter to their story. 1. A momentary shock as Kyle Roberts descends on Riverview in full force. 2. Good old Tony wonders “what goes” as he finds Miss Burgess getting a lift from Mr. Carter. .H. Mr. Bombardier and Miss Raynor wonder if the play will actually materialize. 1. One of the many heated conflicts between Miss Burgess and Miss Moran. 5. EEEK!!!! A mouse! Yet the fearless Elsie picks it up. 45 red en “Q. M.S. a No, it's not Tarzan swinging on the vine, it’s Frank Swan scaling the ropes in the gym. Please note Cl il l ’s pointed toes. They’re the result of four years of hard practice. Girlie, Cliff, Barbara and Bill show us how to play “London Bridge” the hard way. Connie goes up, up and OVFR while Barbara and Diane anxi- ously await their turn. “Belles on Bars” — Beverly, Shir- ley, Ethel and Girlie show us how wash looks hanging on the line. First row: B. Styback, B. Rackett. S. ( lark, K. Habermann, J. Verity. 1). Woodward, S. Hudson, 1 . Peterson. K. Wilson. Second row: Mrs. Pugslcy, M. Hulsc, 1). Stern. M. Brown. M. Rinehart. S. ppelt, M. Warren. C. Fenwick. H. Olson. Third row: B. kaufer, 1). Latham, G. Thilberg, M. Costello, A. Vail. H. Kaplan. M. Bish- op. B. Quinn. B. Tuthill. B. Water- house. Fourth row: J. Sturm. B. Brooks. 1). Corwin. K. Gloria, S. Lcllman, M. Gloria. C. Hanff. Fifth row: B. Blados, 1). Powers, E. Green, C. DiLalla. F. Tuthill. P. Brown, P. Ferry. G. I.e- vinc. ’54 Sii ow Ooops Out pops Nan's little Jack-in-the-Box!l These old gray mares sho ain’t what they use to he! It’s a proud moment when Marcia receives her award. This “Eiffel Tower” shows our gymnasts at the peak of perfection. And here comes Betty’s Jack-in-thc-Boxl! ’54 - ’55 I. Two of Dorrie’s “what- nots” leap into the air to recover the lofted foot- ball. Who will catch it? 2. Alleinande left and cir- cle to the right. Our “Champs” are in full swing! 3. What’cha lookin’ at. The score can’t be that bad! A. O temporal O mores! 5. It’s undecided now but we happen to know that the ball didn't go in. Dlie J4ifUifU of Our S enior (fear 'lAJad Our Orijy to Early on the morning of April 6, the seniors gathered at the train station im- patiently waiting to leave on a four-day trip to Washington with their advisors, Mrs. Oilier, and Mr. Levy. Dungarees and sweaters seemed to have been completely forgotten and left behind as all were dressed in their “Easter finery” and were excitedly anticipating their trip. Our trip to New York City was unique- in that we held a birthday party for Helen Olson and Ralph Cervone. Slightly wrin- kled, but still terribly excited we arrived in New York City and transferred to a Pennsylvania coach which took us to Wash- ington. Some of the highlights of the train ride were the beautiful scenery, the fine meals and the never-ending humor of some of our gang. When we arrived in Washington, we were taken immediately to the Capitol where group pictures were taken. After this, we checked into our rooms and began to unpack our clothes and make plans for the night. The next day, we began our sightseeing (X flati on's C apito( tour. The Capitol with its beauty and the Washington monument (with all its steps) left us speechless. The White House, The Smithsonian Institute. Arlington, with the tomb of the unknown soldier, the Bureau of Printing and Engraving, the Monastery and Annapolis were wonderful and impres- sive. At Mount Vernon, we relived the days of George Washington in awe. Never before had we been so aware of our coun- try’s history. The nights — swimming, amusemant park, and a breathtaking moonlight curise down the Potomac to name a few activi- ties, held a great deal of fun and enjoy- ment for us all. On Saturday morning, before we start- ed back home, some of the members of our “crew” took a half-hour plane ride over Washington. It was a breathtaking sight and one which will never be for- gotten. Sadly we waited until our chaperones had counted noses for the last time, then caught the train and started home, filled with the memories of beautiful Washing- ton, and all the fun that we had on our never-to-be-forgotten trip. Senior amilij Mr. and Mrs. John J. Diller Dr. and Mrs. William W. Kaplan Mr. and Mrs. Roland G. Levy Mr. and Mrs. William Kaufer Mr. and Mrs. Allan Andrews Mr. and Mrs. John Koroleski Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Barszczewski Mrs. Annabelle LaBad Mr. and Mrs. Martin Beck Mr. and Mrs. Elbert Luce Mrs. John Boyd Mr. and Mrs. Chris Montgomery Mr. and Mrs. Louis Borkoski Mr. and Mrs. Edward Mulhall Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Brooks Mr. and Mrs. Bruno Myslborski Mr. and Mrs. Abe Brown Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Nichols Mrs. Myron Brown Dr. and Mrs.. A. William Olson Mr. and Mrs. Harry Bubb Mr. and Mrs. James Pirillo Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Campbell Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Proteres Mr. and Mrs. C. Cervone Mr. and Mrs. Malcolm Backett Mr. and Mrs. John J Charters Sr. Mr. and Mrs. Charles E. Ryder Mrs. William L. Clark Mr. and Mrs. Stanley F. Skrezec Mr. and Mrs. Edward Costello Mr. and Mrs. Fred Tabor Mr. and Mrs. Frank Coyle Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Thilberg Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Droskoski Mr. and Mrs. Harold Thornhill Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Ebeling Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Townsend Mr. and Mrs. Edward Ewell Mr. and Mrs. Sherrill Tuthill Mrs. Pauline Feldman Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Utz Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Fiedler Mr. and Mrs. Antone Volinski Sr. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Gagen Mr. and Mrs. Reginald Webb Mr. and Mrs. Frank Gloria Mr. and Mrs. Frank Wernikowski Mr. and Mrs. Elisha Habermann Mr. and Mrs. George Wetmore Mr. and Mrs. William Hanff Mr. and Mrs. John M. Woodward Mr. and Mrs. Jonas E. Higbee Con (jratulations to the Class of 1955 54 S,y et 7a ( (f en cja clori THE SREENPORT MEDICAL GROUP BURTON POTTER POST NO. 185 Roller Skating at the Legion Hall Tuesday, Thursday and Friday—7:30 Admission 50c MR. AND MRS. ABE BROWN Greenport, New York LIPMAN BROS. DEPT. 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Lunch Thrifty Drug Store ORIENT SOUTHOLD Joe's Garage Koke Bros. E. E. Luce Ulrich Boatyard 62 COMPLIMENTS OF Greenport Oil Heating Company Leander B. Chute DEPENDABLE SERVICE! OIL BURNERS OIL BURNER PARTS — ELECTRIC MOTORS — OIL BURNER CONTROLS HEATING SYSTEMS DOMESTIC WATER SYSTEMS CONTRACTING - PLUMBING - REPAIRS HEATING SYSTEMS INSTALLED AND SERVICED CHIMNEYS VACUUM CLEANED HEATING APPLIANCES HOT WATER HEATERS GAS RANGES HEATING STOVES ELECTRIC RANGES COOK STOVES PERFECTION HEATERS FLORENCE RANGES COLEMAN FLOOR FURNACES PLUMBING SUPPLIES WATER PUMPS TANKS VALVES. FITTINGS, PIPES BATHTUBS BASINS CLOSET COMBINATIONS KITCHEN SINKS CABINETS SERVING THE COMMUNITY FOR OVER 21 YEARS 65 Phone: Store Greenport 117 Phone: Res. Greenport 723 HOME OF SAVINGS SINCE 1858 Resources Over $29,000,000 Sul pi us Over $5,000,000 SOUTHOLD SAVINGS BANK Southold, Suffolk County, New York MEMBER FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION COMPL I MENTS OF JOHNNIE'S MARKET AMERICAN AND ITALIAN GROCERIES AND MEATS Greenport, New York COMPLIMENTS OF VAIL BROS., INC. VAIL MOTOR CORP. PRECONIC RIVERHEAD THE BEST IN USED CARS PONTIAC BUICK COMPLIMENTS OF PARADISE SWEET SHOP BEST WISHES TO THE CLASS OF 1955 PETER E. PAPPAS COMPLIMENTS OF KIST BEVERAGES GREENPORT ICE COMPANY COMPLIMENTS OF NORTH FORK BANK TRUST CO. Offices at MATTITUCK - CUTCHOGUE and GREENPORT DOLEGA STUDIOS PORTRAIT AND COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHY 629 West Main Street — Phone 3566 WALTER J. DOLEGA, Proprietor Official Photographer for the 1955 Beachcomber RIVERHEAD, NEW YORK 67 North Road Nursing Home Charles F. Kramer Son A NEW CONCEPT IN Prescription Specialists NURSING HOME CARE RETIRED GUESTS THE FATIGUED ADULT THE POST OPERATION SO. 5-3819 THE CHRONIC SICK IRENE BENZE, R. N. FREDERICK W. BENZE, Mgr. • SOUTHOLD, NEW YORK Southold Auto Sales BEVERAGES HOME DELIVERY R. JOE WHEELER, Proprietor T. J. Byrnes General Auto Repairs Tel. 3487 — 3396 Main Road Main Road SOUTHOLD, NEW YORK SOUTHOLD, NEW YORK 68 FOR SMART GRADUATION GIFT SUGGESTIONS VISIT COMPLIMENTS OF THE VILLAGE GIFT SHOP Post Office Shopping Center WALLACE UPHOLSTERY GREENPORT, NEW YORK REPETITION IS REPUTATION COMPLIMENTS OF CONGRATULATIONS TO GRADUATES FRED HULSE SPECIAL SCHOOL DISCOUNTS TO PERSONNEL AND STUDENTS SERVICE STATION Village Dry Cleaners and Laundry Service OF ALL DESCRIPTION Tel. Gpt. 7-0604 Free Delivery COMPLIMENTS OF COMPLIMENTS OF VILLAGE FUEL SERVICE MIKE CAPUANO KAPLANS MARKET 408 South Street GREENPORT, NEW YORK COMPLIMENTS OF GREENPORT ELECTRICAL SHOP LEVINE'S MARKET FRANK OZARO, Proprietor 210 Front Street GREENPORT, NEW YORK GREENPORT, NEW YORK 69 Shoe Repairing and PAUL'S SERVICE CENTER Musical Recording Studio MOVING C. A. VITALE, Proprietor 24 Hour Towing • Road Service 212 Front Street So. 5-3974 COMPLIMENTS OF CAPT. REITER'S MAZZAFERRO'S (PORT OF EGYPT) GROCERY STORE SOUTHOLD, L. 1. Tel.: 7-1430 RESTAURANT • FISHING CENTER SREENPORT, NEW YORK HUBBARD'S SERVICE STATION COMPLIMENTS OF GEORGE HUBBARD JOSEPH CHECKLICK GREENPORT, NEW YORK COMPLIMENTS OF COMPLIMENTS OF ROUSE'S DELICATESSEN 504 Sterling Place ROUSE'S SWEET SHOP GREENPORT. NEW YORK GREENPORT, NEW YORK Tel.: 7-135 70 GREENPORT, NEW YORK CHARLES VAN DUZER SON WYANDANK HOTEL Restaurant - Bar BOTTLED GAS AND APPLIANCES Middle Road Tel.: 238 Tel.: 063 Tel.: 3882 SOUTHOLD, NEW YORK COMPLIMENTS OF JOSEPH DROSKOSKI COMPLIMENTS OF LOCAL BASKET AND CRATE DELIVERY THE VILLAGE BAKERY Tel.: 2-III9-J ORIENT, YEW YORK GREENPORT, NEW YORK MARTY'S BILL'S DINER TV, RADIO AND ELECTRONICAL SERVICE M. J. LEHR, Proprietor Tel.: MA 9-8998 So. 5-2119 MATTITUCK, N. Y. COMPLIMENTS OF COMPLIMENTS OF Corwin's Drug Store R M Electric Co. GREENPORT, NEW YORK 201 Railroad Avenue RIVERHEAD, NEW YORK Orient Trucking and Const. Co. Townsend Service Station ROBERT J. DOUGLAS Route 25 ORIENT, NEW YORK West of Village COMPLIMENTS OF Earle W. Baker COMPLIMENTS OF Distributor of Ivan's Shoe Store TEXACO PRODUCTS Tel.: 614 318 5th Avenue RIVERHEAD, NEW YORK 71 1boosters Dr. M. W. Warren Marge and Corky Mr. and Mrs. Nathan Bush William Carruthers David Powers John Gloria A Friend Berk Bailey Bobby Reeves Austin J. Carbone Mr. and Mrs. George Lederle John J. Tillinghast Donald Terry Edwin Rowland Bopp and Mia Bob Biggs Mr. and Mrs. P. H. Adams Tommy Cassidy George Kelly Vernon D. Wilson Dave Horton The Treshams Bob Staples Jody and Ellen Levin John Madson Robert Tennenburg Phebe Townsend Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Baker Harry Goldman Mary Jeanne Thornhill Barbara Styback Grover Thompson Paul Wysocki Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Schroeder and family Beth Fletcher Mr. and Mrs. George Downs Mr. and Mrs. Orville Terry Mr. and Mrs. Edward Green Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Terry Pat Downs Jack Ryder Anonymous Joan and Pep Kalin A Friend Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Karcher and Betsy Jeff and Karen Spencer Mr. and Mrs. George Latham Mr. and Mrs. S. Wentworth Horton Mr. and Mrs. Edgar A. Brown Edward Henry King Greta Levine A Friend Cynthia Pappas Ethel and Bob Vida Unander Barb and Pete Mrs. Minnie Tinkham Violet and Bob Campbell Betty Price Sue and Gail Prince Mrs. Clifford Crafts A Friend Miss Martha Arnott Bill Tuthill Mr. and Mrs. John Appelt Mr. and Mrs. John Smith Joy and Jimmy Walter Dobiec A Friend Mooreen Foster Richard Sledjeski Marge Raynor 72 (J3oosler$ Rip Mr. and Mrs. Ben Drum Mr. and Mrs. George Rinehart Mrs. Russell Tabor George W. Turner Mrs. Hazel Petty Francis Bumble Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Styback Paul Stulsky Bill Park John Montgomery Shirley Syrett Joe Wallace Jane Townsend Mary W. Coyle Eugene Austin Ann Thornhill Bill Olson Henry S. Welden The Shipmans Robert Simonson Bruce and Nancy David Walker Joan Norkelun William Quinn Prudy Carbone Oscar Bush Fred Riel Thomas Quillin Catherine Donnelly Arnold E. Mitchell Reg Tuthill Mrs. Agnes Pollock Bev and Barry Leo Stepnosky Russell J. Smith Digger Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Russell E. Smith Herman Sills Janice Myslborski Mr. and Mrs. Bob Doucett Pat Peterson Leslie and John Hanff Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Mazzaferro Alice Vail Pat Gagen Diana Latham Mr. Bernard Gagen Henry Wernikowski Gladys Flatley Alice Romanski A Friend Jean a nd Mary Arthur Pat Jones Marguerite Pacentrilli Mr. and Mrs. Lester Wells Frank Widerstky Mr. Corbett Jones Doris Becker Briar Gagen Dot Bush William Swisky Mr. and Mrs. Henry Bunce Joe Giovannelli Hilda Kaplan Anonymous Kathy Gloria John Savage Miss Elmira Wasmer The Hubbards Jay W. Deale Eugene Moisa 75 (J3oosteri Mr. and Mrs. Dewey Leavitt Doug Case Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Weiner Mr. and Mrs. Leo Roon Mr. and Mrs. J. Fiore Mr. and Mrs. Walter Millis Mrs. George Graber Benny Moore Carolyn and William Jaeger Raymond Grilli Jen Dawson John Drum Mr. and Mrs. Magooey Ruth Raynor Marian Hulse Pat Brown Peter Reiter Ann and Andy Mr. and Mrs. Jack Kaplan Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Rempe Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Utz Mr. and Mrs. John Harris Mr. and Mrs. E. B. Granger Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Oates Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Downs Sandra and Louie Robert Nugent Julie Teehan George Nugent Peter Bob Nugent Herbert Wasmer Marcia Downs Robert Stewart Helen Nugent Cathy Studier Byrna Hi Jayne and Robin Pugsley Nan Goldin Aunt Let Marie Siemerling Anita and Robert Pfluger Mrs. Bernard Gagen Miss Caroline Terry Arthur Tasker Miss Daphne Wasmer John Tasker General Bell John Sullivan Penny Coyle Don Hunton Stanley Blodzinski George Cottral Mrs. Anna Dickieson Mr. and Mrs. Fred Rempe Anne and Bumpy Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Ostroski Susan Hudson A Friend Mary Charters Ginny and Smitty Barbara and Frank Irene Garner Jean and Bob Joan and Jim Rogers Bill Reeves Eve Bachrach Judy and Elaine Glickman Mary Tuthill 74 P EX $wm jalm Ollier Again A familiar and reassuring slogan Familiar...because it has appeared in thousands of the country's finest year- books for the past half century. Reassuring...because those years of specialized experience bring complete service, outstanding quality and de- pendable delivery to the yearbook staffs with whom we work. JAHN OLLIER ENGRAVING CO. 817 W. Washington Blvd. Chicago 7, Illinois We, the 1955 Beachcomber staff, would like to ex- press our gratitude to all of the people who have made possible the completion of another issue of the Beach- comber. Only through the unlimited efforts of the faculty committees — Mrs. Diller, faculty advisor; Mr. Levy. Mr. Bombardier, Mr. Deutschmann and Mr. Purdy — whose guidance and patience have encouraged us at all times; Mr. Banker, our principal; Mr. O’Connor of the Jahn Ollier Engraving Company; Mr. Dolega, our year- book photographer; the teachers, who co-operated with our yearbook work by excusing us from classes on those necessary occasions; the janitors, who cleaned up after us; and of course the businessmen and other patrons who supported our yearbook so generously, were we able to achieve our goal. To all of these, the class of 1955 expresses sincere thanks and appreciation. Jr edit rednmen Once -A ain! First row : S. Clark, 1). Costello, J. Mtilhall, S. Raynor. J. Charters, 1). Wilson, C. Hanff. M. Webb. B. k.infer. B. An- drews. Second row: Mrs. Diller. E. Nichols, M. Higbce. M. Haynor. 1). I hilberg. A. Dean. V. Maz aferro, C. La Bad. . Wernikowski, L. Ewell. Mr. Levy. Third row: S. Coyle. B. I hornhill. I . Droskoski. A. White. M. Moore. (.. Borkoski. E. Habermann. V. Pirillo. S. Tabor. M. Gloria. H. Olson. Fourth row: L. king. M. Brown. S. Kaplan, (� . Ryder. B. Tuthill. C. Beck, H. Brown. F. Gagen. Fifth row: F. Feldman. E. Boyd. J. Woodward. |. Brooks, B. Reeves. L. Ray. I . Proferes. J. Montgomery. H. Myslborski. |. Bush. Sixth row: C. Krause. J. Becker. R. Cervonc, C. Ut , R. Tuthill. A. Ebeling. H. Bubb, T. Volinski. E. Skre ec. B. Young. 76 L S hitoffraph yhi I ocf ra p I