Manchester High School - Anchor Yearbook (Manchester, MA)

Text from Pages 1 - 40 of the 1957 volume:

PUBLIC LIBRARY MANCHESTER. MASS. The STORY of 1957 Published by the students of Story High School and dedicated to their town, Manchester - by - the - Sea, Massachusetts FRED LEACH English, Social Studies, Mathematics ARTHUR NELSON Science, Mathematics With his multitude of funny quotations and serious advice that often hit home, he proved a true friend to all. NATHAN PURPEL English, Social Studies We loved his subtle sense of humor and will remember his advice to stay very, very calm. Practicing the pyschological approach and accompanied by his reference book and con- stant pleas for silence, he won a solid place among us. MARIO CATINELLA Latin, French Our Italian import, with his most interesting accent, cer- tainly added zest and life to our Foreign Language Depart- ment. ARTHUR DANIELSON Superintendent of Schools We were glad to extend a sin- cere welcome to our new su- perintendent, an able ad- ministrator and a leader of great integrity, who deligently aspires to make the Manches- ter school system one of the best. EDWARD FIELD English, Social Studies A terrific new coach with a bashful grin, he worked won- ders with his first football squad which gave a top per- formance. UPON THEIR ABILITY Our faculty have labored long and hard to impart to us knowledge and truth. They have exerted an enduring influence that we will carry with us throughout our lives. 2 NATALIE GENEWICH Business The charming and efficient member of the faculty, who is forever racing around school trying to catch up with mem- bers of the yearbook staff. OUR FUTURE DEPENDS He is wise who can instruct us and assist us in the business of daily virtuous living. C arlyle MILBURN DIXON Science, Mathematics We will always remember his fatherly concern, grave ad- vice, rare sense of humor, and favorite saying, I mean it people. DANA DREW Principal During the short time he has been with us, he has proved an understanding leader, counse- lor, and friend, with many new ideas for extra-curricular acti- vities. DOROTHY SJORLUND Physical Education With a combination of per- serverance and boundless energy, in class and on the athletic field, she has taught us the ideals of fair play and good sportsmanship. RAY AUSTIN Mechanical Drawing, Shop A quiet giant with a twinkle in his eyes, he rates tops as a teacher and friend. JOSEPH HYLAND Physical Education A molder of youthful personal- ity, he exemplifies all those qualities of a true sportsman. ■HP ki fiiiiimtuu illinium i «■ iiHlIItt (Hlltlllv tHUIIF imuii m«r m niiuiuiiHii VtVtW %bk sV Jm m 3 CHARLOTTE MORONG Home Economics She does a great deal to help develop future homemakers with her ingenious ideas and suggestions. JANE O ' BRIEN Music Our glee clubs, which provided much enjoyable and entertain- ing music, owe their success to the untiring efforts and pa- tience of Miss O ' Brien. STAFF CONSTANCE ZIMMERMAN Art dt inb , Her own creative Ability and pleasing personality play a large part in the discovery and development of hidden artistic talent. Dr. William MacIntyre Helen Cool Physician Nurse 4 THOMAS ANDREWS Tom The most pessimistic, ironic may be, Is Tommy Andrews, now don ' t you agree? Rod and Gun Club 1,2; Freshman Reception 2; Bowling 2,3; Junior Prom 3; Senior Reception 3; Bas- ketball 4; Student Council 4; Glee Club 4. MARJE-LOUISE BARRIER Weesee Our Marie-Louise surely will pass, As the most original girl in the class. Latin Club 1; Dramatics Club 1; Newspaper Club 1,2; Glee Club 1, 2,3; Basketball 1,2, 3, 4; Yearbook Staff 2,4; Bowling 2,3; Senior Re- ception 3; Junior Prom 3; Play Manager 3; Driver Training 3; Blazer Winner 3; Mixed Glee Club 3,4; Intramural Program 3,4; Women ' s Club 4; Substitute Cheerleader 4. BONNY ADAMS Bones Forgetting ' s convenient at times it is true, So Bonny Adams, the bouquets to you. Newspaper Club 1; Dramatics Club 1; Basketball 1,2,3 ,4; Glee Club 1, 2,3; Freshman Reception 2; Three C ' s Club 2; Bowling 2,3; Driver Training 3; Senior Reception 3; Intramural Program 3,4; Substitute Cheerleader 4. EVER ONWARD A sacred burden is this life ye bear, Look on it, lift it, bear it solemnly, Stand up and walk beneath it steadfastly; Fail not for sorrow, falter not for sin, But onward, upward, till the goal ye win. MARJORIE BELL Midge A little girl with big brown eyes, Who never seemed to lack for guys. Basketball 1,2,3 ,4; Glee Club 1,2, 3,4; Newspaper Club 2; Freshman Reception 2; Bowling 2,3; Senior Reception 3 ; Junior Prom 3 ; Dri- ver Training 3 ; Intramural Program 3,4; Office Girl 4. Frances Anne Kemble 6 CLARA BURGESS Clara DONALD CAMMETT Don Worry and he have never met, His nonchalant air we ' ll never for- get. Rod and Gun Club 1,2; Football 1, 2,3,4; Baseball 1,2, 3, 4; Vice-Pres- ident 1,3,4; Freshman Reception 2; Bowling 2,3; Junior Prom 3; Senior Reception 3; Driver Train- ing 3; Mixed Glee Club 3,4. STEPHEN CLARK Steve And now to quiet Steve a toast, The hardest worker the seniors can boast. Latin Club 1; Rod and Gun Club 1, 2; Freshman Reception 2; President 2; Bowling League Chairman 2; Bowling 2,3; Junior Prom 3; Sen- ior Reception 3; Office Helper 3; Mixed Glee Club 3,4; Yearbook Staff 4; Student Council 4. Calm, collected, and serene is she, A model of neatness and propriety. Latin Club 1; Square Dancing Club 1; Glee Club 1,2,3; Freshman Re- ception 2; Newspaper Club 2; Bowling 2,3; Senior Reception 3; Junior Prom 3; Yearbook Staff 4; Office Girl 4; Substitute Cheer- leader 4. EVER UPWARD Story High School Class of 1957 SUSAN COLE Sue As lithe as a sprite is our cute Sue, She led us in cheers the whole year through. Dramatics Club 1; Latin Club 1; Play 1,2; Glee Club 1,2,3; Basket- ball 1,2, 3, 4; Newspaper Club 2; Freshman Reception 2; Vice-Pres- ident 2; Mixed Glee Club 2,3; Bowling 2,3; Junior Prom 3; Sen- ior Reception 3; Driver Training 3; Student Council 3; Play Man- ager 3; Intramural Program 3,4; Cheerleader 3,4; Yearbook Staff 4. BARBARA DALTON Barb Most-talkative girl in the class we axe told, But our Barbara has a heart of pure gold. Driver Training 3; Bowling 3; Sen- ior Reception 3; Play 3; Glee Club 3; Basketball 4; Cheerleader 4; Intramural Program 4; Chairman Magazine Drive 4. NANCY D REIMAN Nance She ' s most optimistic, good look- ing indeed, Fair Nancy ' s most popular, that we ' re agreed. Dramatic Club 1; Latin Club 1; Office Girl 1,2,3; Glee Club 1,2, 3; Play 1,2,3; Basketball 1, 2,3,4; Freshman Reception 2; Newspaper Club 2; Bowling 2,3; Junior Prom 3; Senior Reception 3; Driver Training 3 ; PTA Good Citizen A- ward 3; Intramural Program 3,4; Mixed Glee Club 3,4; Secretary 3, 4; Cheerleader 3,4; Yearbook Staff 4; Women ' s Club 4. PEGGY CRAFTS Peg A really nice gal this Peggy you know, That ' s one of the reasons we all like her so. Latin Club 1; Dramatics Club 1; Newspaper Club 1; Glee Club 1,2, 3; Basketball 1,2,3 ,4; Freshman Reception 2; Bowling 2,3; Junior Prom 3; Senior Reception 3; Play 3; Mixed Glee Club 3,4; Intramu- ral Program 3,4; Office Girl 4; Cheerleader 4. EVER ONWARD Lives of great men all remind us We can make our lives sublime, And, departing, leave behind us Footprints on the sands of time. JUDITH DUGGAN Dee The title for Dee as best- hearted lass, Was easily chosen by those of her class. Three C ' s Club 1; Glee Club 1,2, 3; Basketball 1,2, 3, 4; Freshman Reception 2; Newspaper Club 2; Bowling 2,3; Junior Prom 3; Sen- ior Reception 3; Driver Training 3 : Intramural Program 3,4; Office Girl 4; Substitute Cheerleader 4. 8 WAYNE FLOYD Wineo A great athlete and sportsman our Wayne, Who led our athletic teams to fame. Rod and Gun Club 1,2; Baseball 1, 2,3; Basketball 1,2,3 ,4; Football 1, 2,3,4; Freshman Reception 2; Bowling 2,3; Junior Prom 3; Sen- ior Reception 3; Driver Training 3; Play 3; Mixed Glee Club 3,4. Let us then be up and doing, With a heart for any fate Still achieving, still purusing, Learn to labor and to wait. EVER UPWARD Longfellow CAROL PEARSON Carol Smile enchanting, disposition sunny, We all agree she ' s sweet as honey. Latin Club 1; Basketball 1; Glee Club 1,2,3; Newspaper Club 2; Freshman Reception 2; Senior Re- ception 3; Junior Prom 3; Driver Training 3; Office Girl 2,3. JOANNE MANNING Joanie They call her Jo , she ' s quite a lass, No doubt she ' ll be a credit to her class. Latin Club 1; Newspaper 1,2; Glee Club 1,2,3 ; Basketball 1,2, 3, 4; Bowling 2; Play 2,3; Honor Society 2,3,4; Girls ' State Representative 3 ; Junior Prom 3 ; Student Reporter 3; Blazer Winner 3; Senior Recep- tion 3; American Legion History Book Prize 3 ; Intramural Program 3,4; Substitute Cheerleader 4; Mixed Glee Club 4; Women ' s Club 4; Yearbook Staff 4. WILLIAM MELVIN Wally His name is Wally, give him three cheers, He finally made it though it took five years. Basketball 1; Rod and Gun Club 1, 2,3; Football 1,5; Baseball 1,2, 3, 5; French Club 2; Junior Prom 3; Bowling 3,4; Bowling League Treasurer 3; Class Marshall 3. 9 DONALD TOWLE Don” Don was the class weatherman for sure, But sometimes his predictions were a bit obscure. Latin Club 1; Rod and Gun Club 1; Three C ' s Club 2; Freshman Re- ception 2; Bowling 2,3; Driver Training 3; Junior Prom 3; Senior Reception 3; Boys ' State Repre- sentative 3 ; Play 3 ; Harvard Book Award 3 ; Basketball Manager 3 ,4 ; Football Manager 4; Junior Rota- rian 4; Yearbook Staff 4. BEVERLY WALKER Bev Madam President was this lass In our 1957 class. Latin Club 1; Basketball 1,2, 3, 4; Student Council 1,3,4; President 1, 3,4; Glee Club 1,2, 3, 4; Three C ' s Club 2; Bowling 2,3; Newspaper Club 2; Freshman Reception 2; Of- fice Girl 2,3,4; Junior Prom 3; Senior Reception 3; Play 3; Driver Training 3; Intramural Program 3, 4; Yearbook Staff 4; Cheerleader 4. CURTIS TORREY Curt Our class has a cut-up, it ' s Curt of course, We hope that this title won ' t bring him remorse. Latin Club 1; Three C ' s Club 1; Treasurer 1,2,3 ,4; Freshman Re- ception 2; Current Events Club 2; Bowling 2,3; Play 3; Basketball 2, 3,4; Senior Reception 3; Junior Prom 3 ; Driver Training 3 ; Foot- ball 4. I WILLIAM WOOD Footsie Shy and quiet is our Bill, But remember him we always will. Student Council 1; Rod and Gun Club 1; Three C ' s Club 2; Fresh- man Reception 2; Junior Prom 3; Bowling 3; Senior Reception 3; Football Manager 3 . 10 JUNIORS FIRST ROW: J. Snow, P. Dalton, A. Willmonton, C. Adams, J. Carroll, M. Diamond, A. Lee, K. Berg- endahl, D. Troy. SECOND ROW: S. Jorgensen, L. Kehoe, S. Butler, J. Knowles, A. McCoy, F. Saco, H. Goldthwaite, L. McDonough, Mr. Nelson. THIRD ROW: B. Bullock, W. Bamctt, R. Wetterlow, L. Gates, M. Jorgensen, D. Curran, K. Crane. M. Diamond, Vice-President; D. Curran, President; J. Carroll, Secretary; R. Wetterlow, Treasurer. The junior year is generally one of the most hectic for students, and it proved to be no exception for the class of 1958. The juniors tackled with zest and enthu- siasm all projects and activities. A junior varsity cheering squad was organized for the first time to cheer at junior varsity games. Tire squad included Linda Kehoe, Suzanne Butler, Priscilla Dalton, Suzanne Jorgensen, Ann Willmonton, and Lucille Mc- Donough. They should be experienced veterans by the time the 1957-58 season rolls around. Another first this year was a magazine subscription drive to raise funds to help defray the cost of the year- book. The juniors, under the direction of Dan Curran and Myrna Diamond, class managers, came out on top with total sales amounting to $413.28. An ice cream party, a striped cat named Elvis, and individual prizes were their reward. Dorothy Troy was top salesman fol- lowed closely by Harriett Goldthwaite, Kerry Crane, and Bill Barnett. The juniors also proved star athletes. Rick Wetter- low, Lee Gates, Artie McCoy, and Paul Radack took the honors in football. Lee Gates, Rick Wetterlow, Frank Saco, Paul Radack, Kerry Crane, and Bill Barnett ably represented the class in basketball. Kerry Crane, a member of the National Honor Socie- ty, received high honors for the first term, and Dorothy Troy, Janice Carroll, Bill Barnett, Harriett Goldthwaite, and David Olson were on the honor roll. Most of the junior girls are participating in the intra- mural program and are building up points in anticipation of the awards at the Sports ' Night Supper. Many enrolled in Mr. Dixon ' s driver training class and on a pleasant day these future drivers can be seen prac- ticing in the family car. Class reporter, Priscilla Dalton, reports any worthy news scoops to the office for publication in the local newspapers. The major social event of the year, the Junior Prom, was the successful product of junior work and ingenuity. It has been a good year for the class of ' 58, full of hard work and fun. R. Doane, Treasurer; P. Tilton, President; M. Ems- lie, Vice-President; S. Emerton, Secretary. FIRST ROW: J. Dermody, L. Linsky, L. Brissette, C. Bullock, L. Forss, K. Dorting, B. Durgin, P. Lee, R. Bennett, J. Metall. SECOND ROW: L. MacWhinnie, P. Kaiser, A. MacNeil, M. Lane, D. Lations, S. Em- erton, A. McDonough, M. Emslie, S. Drew, J. John- son, B. Chaulk, C. Eyberse, Mr. Field. THIRD ROW: T. Carroll, R. Lysiak, W. Burgess, W. Laskowski, P. Tilton, R. Doane, F. Wood. FOURTH ROW: W. Nelson, C. Clapp, S. McAllister, T. Mercer, J. Car- roll, E. Gilfillan, W. Croft. 5SK --a. SOPHOMORES llllli lllll The sophomore class has been one of the most active in school. They are well represented in all activities at Story. Their honor roll, which includes Mary Ford, Su- zanne Drew, Philip Tilton, and Roberta Bennett, shows they are good students too. Wesley Burgess, Cushman Clapp, Sam McAllister, Bill Croft, and Dick Lysiak are out for basketball, while Bill Nelson, Tom Mercer, and Bill Laskowski have proved themselves good enough to sub on the first string. Phil Tilton capably handles our new score board. Phil Tilton, Tinker Doane, Dick Lysiak, and Tom Mercer (who was disabled earlier in the season), were out for football. Lucky enough to see a good deal of action with the Story Six were Bill Laskowski, Cushman Clapp, and Bill Nelson. Tom Carroll helped manage the six. Although our baseball team had a discouraging sea- son last year, Bill Laskowski, Phil Tilton, Tom Carroll, Wesley Burgess, and Tom Mercer appreciated the prac- tice it gave them for the spring of ' 57. In the magazine subscription drive, Mary Emslie, who sold $31.50 worth of magazines, and Pat Lee, who sold $33 worth, ranked among the top salesmen in the school. The class total was $278.50. Treasurer Robert Doane reports a treasury balance of $75. With dues of 25 cents a month, this ought to in- crease rapidly. Cushman Clapp and Bill Croft were the class report- ers and kept the office well informed of many sophomore activities. Most of the girls took part in the Intramural Program and several proved outstanding in basketball. Pat Kaiser was one of the leading scorers and Pat Lee won the free throw contest. This class is a well-rounded one with a variety of interests which permeate many fields. One does not have to be a crystal ball gazer to prophesy a very suc- cessful year for our sophomore friends. Freshmen FIRST ROW: J. Hinkley, M. Cronin, J. Kinney, L. Jorgensen, J. Lazisky, M. Imbeault, G. Pepper, M. Knox, J. Harvey, S. Mollison, C. Winsten. SECOND ROW: Mr. Catinella, R. Drew, B. Clapp, M. Parady, V. Olson, C. Radack, C. Ridley, E. Jennings, B. Bradley, J. Christinsen, B. Crocker, N. Manning, C. MacNeil, J. Frey, V. Burbank, Mr. Leach. THIRD ROW: S. Crane, D. George, W. Reed, R. Burgess, D. Curran, W. Hatcher, W. Jackman. FOURTH ROW: T. Manning, P. Dalton, S. Larson, W. Van- Bushkirk, D. LaFreniere, D. Cammett, F. James, W. Corley, K. Billings, J. Aldrich M. Imbeault, Student Council Representative; D. Cammett, President; C. Radack, Vice-President; C. Ridley, Treasurer; C. MacNeil, Secretary. iiai 1111 Sill Forty frisky freshmen joined the ranks of Story in Sep- tember and very soon became full-fledged members of the school. They showed a great deal of enthusiasm and were most eager to participate in all school functions. Ken Billings, Dave Cammett, Bill Corley, Dave Curran, Fran James, and Dennis George went out for football. Steve Crane, Dave Curran, Bill Corley, Dave Cammett, Bob Dion, Dennis George, and Bill Hatcher went out for bas- ketball. Many of these fellows are regular second string- ers. Ted Manning proved to be a reliable assistant mana- ger for football and basketball. Many girls took part in the Intramural Program. Jean Anderson and Bonny Clapp were on the winning JCC ' s basketball team. The freshmen also did their part in defraying the ex- penses of the yearbook. Competition for the magazine subscription prizes reached fever pitch with the freshmen running a close second to the junior class. Mary Ellen Knox, Jean Kinney, Peter Dalton, and Nancy Manning were among the top fifteen salesmen who won attractive prizes. Scholastically the freshmen did very well the first quarter with Nancy Manning, Judy Christiansen, Jean Kinney, and Evelyn Jennings on the high honor roll and Rebecca Drew, Mary Ellen Knox, Cynthia Radack, and Stephen Crane on the honor roll. We understand that the class of 1960 will be the rich- est to graduate from Story. They are charging 50 cents a month dues and are doing a good job of collecting it. At the November meeting of the Parent Teachers As- sociation, Mr. Leach ' s class won the attendance banner. This meant that in proportion to the number in a class there were more parents from that class than from any other. Story ' s new citizens have fitted well into school life and promise to be leaders in the years ahead. i m Last minute instructions are given by di- rector, Fred Nickless, to Sam Tsoutsanis and Dave Crane. THE REMARKABLE INCIDENT AT CARSON CORNERS On Friday evening, April 6, 1956, the curtain rose on a tense dra- ma of mystery and suspense. The play was a dramatic story of a trial put on by the students of Carson Corners High School who were at- tempting to convict the school janitor of negligence, which resulted in the death of one of their classmates, Bill McGinnis. The audience was held in suspense from the moment the curtain rose till the final dramatic and unexpected ending. Behind the scenes, stage managers Marie Barrier and Susan Cole were all set to cue, while Kay Brown, in charge of props, was setting up die very effective flash backs. The stage crew, under Don Towle ' s direction, and the wardrobe committee directed by Agnes Burgess, bodi did commendable jobs. Thanks to Anne Guenet, publicity di- rector, the auditorium was filled to capacity. Sheila Emslie, with the help of members of the Manchester Players, did a most remarka- ble job of transforming Story students into citizens of Carson Comers. The cast and crew did a terrific job and special thanks and con- gratulations are due Mr. Fred Nickless, the very capable and hard- working director. The Cast EdwardGilfillan Madelyn Gates Wayne Floyd Helen Duffy Curtis Torrey Janice Jorgensen Donald Gorton Patricia Gillies William James Beverly Walker Daniel Curran Joanne Manning Barbara Dalton Samuel Tsoutsanis Eric Wetterlow Richard Lysiak D iane Crane Ruth Cook Margaret Dooher Peggy Crafts William Nelson Nancy Dreiman Janice Carroll Robert Doane Arthur McCoy David Crane A tense moment as the drama nears its climax. Behind-the-scenes glimpse as Story students are transformed into Carson Comers ' citizens. Backstage tension mounts as Weesee Barrier and Sue Cole get ready to cue. I « GRADUATION AND RECEPTION CLASS OF 1956 Graduation exercises for the class of 1956 took place at the Me- morial School on June 15. Lynne Chapman played the processional and William Melvin, marshal, led the graduates into the auditorium. The invocation was given by Reverend David McDonald and then a selection was sung by the Glee Club. Essays with the theme, Let ' s be Positive, were delivered by honor students Donald Gorton, Agnes Burgess, and Anne Guenet. An inspiring address was delivered by Mr. H. Russell Beatty, Presi- dent of Wentworth Institute. This was followed by another selection by the Glee Club and the presentation of diplomas by Mr. F. Coming Kenly, chairman of the School Committee. Mr. Ervin A. Arbo, prin- cipal, presented awards to Donald Gorton, Katherine Brown, William James, Agnes Burgess, and Harland Knox. As a grand finale, the seniors sang their class song and benediction was given by Reverend C. Jerrold Snell. The exercises closed on a most impressive graduation with the singing of the Manchester Hymn. Donald Gorton, valedictorian, delivering his address. Graduates Richard Beaton Marjorie Bennett Linda Bergendahl Katherine Brown Agnes Burgess Ruth Cook David Crane Diane Crane Harry Davis Helen Duffy Gail Edgecomb Sheila Emslie Loretta Madelyn Gates Patricia Gillies Carol Gleason Donald Gorton Sheila Guenet Anne Halloran Eleanor Hatcher William James Janice Jorgensen Harland Knox Ellen Lee Judith Mathews Sargent On behalf of the class of 1956, Bill James presents a voltmeter to Story High. The last, long march marks the official end of high school days for the class of 1956. Congratulations are in order as family, faculty, and friends pass through the receiving line. Junior class president, Dan Curran, and his date, Becky Drew, chat with School Committee member, Mrs. Charles Mitch- ell. JUNIOR PROM Stardust, spangles, and laughter dominated the Memorial School gym on the night of the junior prom, November 16, 1956. After the grand march, which was led by Mr. Mrs. Charles Clapp, the young ladies in their formal gowns escorted by gentlemen dressed in their Sunday best, passed through the receiving line to greet their chaper- ones. Everyone enjoyed dancing to the music of Allie ' s orchestra. The stardust theme was carried out by a blue and white backdrop oflattio work sprinkled with silver stars. Decorated tables lined the sides of the gym. Thanks to members of the faculty, many reluctant and shy males of Story finally worked up enough courage to invite the ladies of their choice. Junior class advisor, Mr. Nelson, gave much time and en- couragement to the proceedings, so that the evening turned out to be a very happy and memorable one for those fortunate enough to at- tend. Committee Suzanne Butler Janice Carroll Kerry Crane Dan Curran Rosemary DeGrasse Myrna Diamond Martin Jorgensen Suzanne Jorgensen Andrea Lee Paul Radack Judy Snow Dorothy Troy Eric Wetterlow Sophomores enjoy intermission at tables which line the gym against a backdrop of white and blue lat- tice work. During intermission the dancers take time out to visit the attractive and inviting refreshment table. They could have danced all night. 4 I Graduation Exercises MIXED CHORUS The first formal concert of the Glee Club for the 1956-57 season was given at the December meeting of the Parent-Teacher Association by the Mixed Glee Club. A new organization in the school, the Mixed Glee Club has proved to be a great success. Many of the boys have shown a great deal of talent and enthusiasm and have spent many enjoyable hours rehearsing. The Girls ' Chorus made its initial ap- pearance at the annual Christmas Concert presented just before the start of the holi- day vacation. This fine program of Christmas music was enjoyed by the capa- city crowd which attended. Rehearsals are held once a week under the capable direction of Miss Jane O ' Brien, Director of Music. The Glee Clubs practice many different types of songs but seem to enjoy singing Negro spirituals best. We all look forward to hearing more from both groups in the future. GIRLS’ CHORUS Christmas Concert YEARBOOK STAFF Co-Editors - Joanne Manning, Marie-Louise Barrier Literary Editors - Nancy Dreiman, Beverly Walker Photography Editor - Stephen Clarke Art Editor - Susan Cole Clerical Editor - Clara Burgess Business Managers - Donald Towle, Curtis Tor- rey Faculty Advisor - Natalie Genewich Hard work, co-operation, diligence are es- sential to the publication of any yearbook. The STORY staff began work early in September and continued their labors until the yearbook went to press in February. Their prime objective throughout these long months was to make this the best yearbook ever produced at Story. The result you see today- -a book of recollections that will be a permanent reminder of your happy student days at Story High School. The staff hopes you enjoy it for many years to come. NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY STUDENT COUNCIL Kerry Crane, Joanne Manning, Philip Tilton The National Honor Society is an organ- ization composed of high school students who have distinguished themselves aca- demically and have displayed in school qualities worthy of recognition and en- couragement. Students are elected each year by members of the faculty. The names of those elected are sent to the national headquarters in Washington, D.C. where they are engraved on scrolls. A list of all the members is also sent to each of the 48 states. The National Honor Society strives to recognize and encourage outstanding traits of leadership, scholar- ship, service, and character, and it is a great honor to be a member. Story is proud of its three National Honor Society mem- bers. Representatives Freshmen - David Cammett, Marcia Im- beault Sophomores - Thomas Mercer, Philip Tilton Juniors - Daniel Curran, Paul Radack Seniors - Thomas Andrews, Stephen Clarke, Beverly Walker The Student Council, the student governing body, is composed of the class presidents, one representative from each of the lower classes, and two representatives from the senior class. Each class elects its representatives at the an- nual election of class officers for a term of one year. With Mr. Drew as their advisor, the Council sponsored many victory football and basketball dances and a magazine drive to raise funds for the yearbook, which was a great success. They manage the student activity fund and discuss any current problems in school. The members express the views of their respective classes and in this way are able to apply the principles of democractic government to their school life. ' AROUND THU CAMPUS . - k X f 4 Manchester Harbor FIRST ROW: T. Manning, B. Nelson, W. Melvin, C. Torrey, D. Cammett, L. Gates, R. Wetter low, R. Lysiak. SECOND ROW: Mr. Field, F. James, W. Laskowski, D. Cammett, P. Radack, P. Tilton, C. Clapp, A. McCoy, D. Tdi e, Mr. Nelson. THIRD ROW: J. Carroll, K. Billings, D. Curran, R. Doane, D. George, B. Woods. SMASHING STORY SEXTET Co-Champions of Eastern Massachusetts Story opened its 1956-57 season on September 22 against Lancaster. Bill Laskowski and Lee Gates each scored two touchdowns, and Story was off to a flying start with a 40-20 win. Traveling 53 miles on the 29th, Story played Bromfield High of Harvard on the hottest day of the football season. Wayne Floyd, Don Cammett, and Cush Clapp were unable to play because of injuries. The inexperi- enced reserves put up a good fight but came out on the tail end of a 31-0 score. A good Essex Aggie team journeyed to Manchester on October 6 to lose a close game 27-21. Bill Melvin made a 70-yard run in the second quarter, and Lee Gates plowed over for the first Story touchdown. Story bowled over the visiting Perley High team from Georgetown on Friday, October 12. Bill Nelson, playing quarterback, alternated with Lee Gates and Bill Melvin on drives down the field and through the line. Rick Wetterlow scored twice on neat passes from Bill Melvin, and Curt Torrey streaked through for a touchdown in the second half. Bill Laskowski thrilled the crowd with a 62-yard run and touchdown making Story the victor, 32-6. Storv played a visiting Cambridge High team from Weston on October 20. The opponents didn ' t score against the Green Hornets until halfway through the third quarter. Melvin, Nelson, Wetterlow, and Captain Cammett moved the ball down the field again and again ending with three touchdowns by Bill Melvin, and one each for Rick Wetterlow, Lee Gates, and Artie McCoy. Final score--39-16. At Topsfield on October 27, Story met a favored Topsfield team in the most thrilling game of the season. Don Cammett and Lee Gates brought the ball down the field and Rick Wetterlow scored on a good pass from Bill Nelson. Lee Gates charged over for the point that won the game. None of the 200-oddStory fans were dis- appointed with this action-packed game that ended in Story ' s favor, 7-6. Story went to Hamilton on a bitterly cold November 10 to close their football season. The highly-publicized game featured a favored Story squad and a relatively inexperienced Hamilton team. In the first quarter Bill Melvin scored two touchdowns and an extra point, followed by another in the second quarter. With a short time remaining, Lee Gates scored a touchdown and closed this final game with the winning score of 26-18. Coach Ed Field and his capable assistant, Arthur Nelson, built this football club into one of the biggest in recent years, and certainly the best since the New England championship club of 1949. Tom Mercer, the big- gest man on the squad, was out of action all season because of a leg injury, and Wayne Floyd, a starring regular, was out with a broken bone in his foot and a dislocated shoulder. Cush Clapp missed a game, and Captain Cam- mett was out of service the day of the Harvard disaster because of a strained tendon. Dispite all these injuries, Story ended a very successful 1956 football season with a record of six wins and one loss as the Co-Champions of the Eastern Massachusetts Six-Man Football League. Z ' M v COMPETITION, AND GIRLS ' INTRAMURALS 26 SEASON ' S RECORD Story 32 Georgetown 51 48 St. Jean ' s 67 53 St. Jean ' s 42 53 Essex 42 42 Hamilton 32 63 St. Ann ' s 74 36 Rockport 49 47 Topsfield 36 71 Ipswich St. Ann ' s 69 48 68 44 Rockport 68 70 Georgetown 39 59 Ipswich 46 35 Essex 46 SHOOTING FIRST ROW: D. Curran, B. Hatcher, D. George, F. Saco, S. McAllister. SECOND ROW: C. Torrey, W. Burgess, 28 STORY QUINTET B. Laskowski, K. Crane. THIRD ROW: B. Nelson, T. Mercer, Captain Wayne Floyd, L. Gates, B. Melvin, P. Radack. Our boys didn ' t hit if off so well at the beginning, losing the first two games to Georgetown and St. Jean ' s. Story really started to click in the third game of the season, when they defeated St. Jean ' s in a return match. Regular Cape Ann League competi- tion began in January with St. Ann ' s, but though Story put up a good fight, they were unable to defeat this power- ful team. Story won five of the ten League games played in January and February and were eagerly looking forward to the final game with Hamilton as this was being written. Wayne Floyd and Paul Radack were top scorers, and Curt Torrey and Tom Mercer were the players who showed the greatest improvement over last year. On February 21, Captain Wayne Floyd and Paul Radack were to repre- sent Story in the All-Star Game at Ips- wich. Story is holding down third place in the Cape Ann League, with a final game to be played, as the Storybook goes to press. 29 AT LEISURE 1 AUTOGRAPHS MANCHESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY 3 2124 00063 4683