Natick High School - Sassamon Yearbook (Natick, MA)

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THE SASSAMON 17 greeted by his receptionist, Barbara Leafvitt who, in turn, refers them to the secre- tary, Eva Montagna who looks to see if Mr. Howatt has time to see them. Mr. Howatt, as you all know, is a prominent, government inspector of advancements of the atomic bomb. His assistant, Kieran Nolan, enters and they discuss the neces- sary business that involves the experiment. Due to the shortage of living quarters, it was necessary to call the assistance of Senator Richard Connell to give his personal recommendation for rooms for the night. They were greeted at the door of the Erickson Chateau by Michael Dunn, doorman, who is famous for his professional wrestling ability in his spare time. The clerk at the desk, ll'alter Brorun, greeted his guests in a highly educated man- ner. After signing the book, they were shown to their rooms by the assistant man- ager, Costa Bitsoli. Desiring refreslnnents, they called room service and asked for a pitcher of water. It was brought to them by the charming waitress, Vita Arrnata. After a short rest they are cordially invited by the manager, Carl Erickson, to be his personal guests for dinner. During the drop of 76 floors per second they notice the elevator boy to be none other than Karl Kreshpane. As they enter the main dining room, they hear the melodious strains of orches- tra leader and drummer boy, George Clzmzette and his Melodiers. Among the orchestra players we find the well-known saxophone player, Helen Condon ,' flutist, Betty-Jane ll c'blv,' violinist, Arlene Boswell: trumpeter, Toni lllonaco, and puffing away at the tuba we find Kenneth Lisconzoe. Playing the piano in his usual incom: parable manner is Kenny Harlhell. Their accompanying soloist is Joyce Murphy. She glances at a nearby table and finds Tonnny Lowry seated with Dorothy Olson, and Gordon Clzannell with Mary Neo, These men have been hired by these darling damsels as their personal escorts. The scientists are shown to their table by head waiter, Danny McNeil and told that their meal is to be especially prepared by Lucille Belnziore. Seen at the next table is Barbara Beswick serving the two celebrated occupa- tional-therapists, Connie Barr and Mary Elrlridge. Dining with them is the famous germologist, Barbara Ranzsdell. Glancing further around the room their eyes fall upon Jeanne Park, the lirst lady of the stage who is at the present moment enjoying her favorite meal of mignon. VVith her are the famous concert singers, loan Parrincllo and Alfred Branagan. Serving them is the dainty and petite Elisabeth James. A After spending an enjoyable evening with their former schoolmates they re- tired to a well-earned rest. Early the next morning they are driven to the hospital to hire a special doctor to work with them as protection in case of accidents while working on the atom. There they are met at the door by .llary Stanznli, medical secretary. Passing fur- ther down the corridor they meet lllarjorio Clollvnrn and .loan Lyons who are grad- uated nurses. ln the main otsrice they are greeted by Doctor Frtznris Dll'mt',X',S receptionist, Rita Farley. After a short wait in Doctor Dutiicys office, the doctor arrives and apologizes for his delay. In his pleasing manner he narrates the specific details of the unfor- tunate accident. Much to our surprise the cause of the fire was the dreadful spon- taneous combustion.

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lo THE SASSAMON show. Cllancing across the street they saw a large, flashing sign. It read, For Relaxation, Come in and lfnjoy our Show. Taking advantage of this offer they sauntcred across the street and bought two tickets from the charming ticket girl, .'lntoini'Ih' llilnrrio. ln the lobby they meet their old friends, Mr. and Mrs. Wil- Iilun llrarlford, Mr. Rirlmrfl .llorrilv and his sweet wife, the former Gloria Mills. Leaving onr scientists comfortably seated in a front row, we now take you backstage where we lind .lark Slieridan, our famous singing cowboy rehearsing, tentatively admired hy Pliyllis .llorrix who is now a well-known dancer. just then two pacing figures catch our eye. 'l'hey are the newly acquired owners of the theater, .lanies .llorris and lfranris ,S'c'liat'one who are eagerly awaiting the arrival of their star contortionist, Carl gllaltson, who immediately follows George Rogers, famous for his tear-jerking self-composed ballads. The tenseness is relieved as they gaze upon their four Flora-Dora-Dancing- Girls, .flnna Varrirliione, Joann llrennenmn, Dina Bolzlriglzini and Dolores Casali who are about to make their entrance on the stage with their version of an Egyptian Conga. ' Quickly changing scenery between acts are Gene Arena and Donald Dupree. During Irene Lange'z'in's comedy act a merry peal of laughter is heard through- out the theater. It is Rachael Ifipolilo, and with her we find Clotilde Eusebi and Ruth 1'.0l'll-Ill. They are obviously enjoying the show. While the professors are deeply absorbed in the Egyptian Conga, let tis take leave of them and stroll through the streets of this thriving metropolis. What is this? Why, it is Nancy Cooper running the famous chain of Cooper's drug stores. Behind the counter diligently filling a prescription for Richard Balcom who is suffering from cerebritis, we find Ben Davis, world-renowned pharmacist. Further on down the street there is a large crowd entering Lorraine's Fashion Shop owned by Lorraine Paul. The clothes which were designed by the famous designer, Theresa Tessier, are being modeled by that tall, blonde-Janet Wells. Among the patrons we lind Tlzeresai Profefto, the heiress, Ruth Canning, the archi- tect, and Grave Crisafulli, the well-known fashion critic. In the midst of the shopping district we notice two large self-service chain stores. The owners are ,loe l it.:fialrirle and his immediate rival, .lanies Slainin. VVe notice an express truck delivering merchandise to Slamin's store. Its driver is the husky Roger Could. lle ,is assisted by the powerful frame of lrl'illia,in Hunter. They are employed by Margaret .-lnderson who now has charge of the famous :Xnderson's express. PARDON US Y XYe just had a collision with the former Hope Styles and her little tribe of dark-haired mechanics. Hope tells us that .llartlza Swanson is now an accomplished commercial artist for one of America's most eminent magazines. She also mentions that .lane ll'lialen is compiling a series of articles with her assistant journalist, Rnflz l'er1ne, on her recent trip to the moon as a foreign correspondent, Uh, there are the scientists. The show must he over. l,et's follow them. Lo and behold, they are heading straight for the Capitol. They are ushered from the car by .lanics Haddad to'thc oftice of the well-known Reber! Hozeatt. They are

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ig THE SASSAMON The scientists then offered to him the job of being their personal doctor. Being hored with his present position in the hospital, Doctor Dufficy accepts with great entlutsiasm. l.et us turn the clock ahead now until the year 1957. Scene, the mountain l:tlmot'zttot'y ot' the professor. Mother Nature is playing havoc with the atmosphere. Lightning is tlashing a hrilliant design in the sky, while the worst storm of the season rages. t'lQ.XSlI Y 'l'he fatal explosion has occurred. That familiar plume of smoke pushes its way up through the mist. There is a dull silence. As the smoke slowly dintinisltes, :t terrible sight is in view. .Xgain time slips hy. Scene, the Town llall of Natick. The presiding speaker is John llrllonnld. They are discussing the appropriation for money to build a new laboratory tor experiments on the atom. As usual it is taking a lot of fight to get the money from the town. If this plan is promoted, David Williams will be chosen ltr draw the plans. One of the guest orators who is present is Mary Lou Goodnow, well kniown for her superb speeches on such occasions. Seated directly opposite her deeply absorbed in the immediate discussion is .llury lr'nlwrI.v who is a noted bookkeeper in the state department. .-Xinong the many vouchers for the article are Win Mutrsmacher, teacherg Pris- rilln l1c.llr'rilf. a social worker: Ed Garvin, our famous football player, and Anne lx'ornlr'ed. a hat designer. In the hack ol the hall we tind Eleanor Ainsworth, Lucy Grupposo and Mar- gmcritv llalronz. 'l'hey are discussing the latest athletic meet in which Kay Gerrlty and lxut' .lIILlltA'll71l' participated. ' .Ns the clock spins to the very late hours in the evening, we see two people rise and leave. They are Florine. Bird and Fclicifa Brovclli. As they leave they meet two ot' their old classmates, .llary Lanrini and June MacKinnon, and offer them a ride home as the Natick streets are as dark as they were Fifteen years ago. On the way home from the meeting, they reminisce about their high-school days. In the course of the conversation, they learn that Pat Donahue has received a master's degree-3 Ifilie .llozzron and Jean Merrigaaz have opened an exclusive restaurant where the Washington Cafe used to be. Deciding to stop there for a bite to eat, they park their car in a modernized motor mart run by a group of female mechan- ics, Jani' l.fnze, Pat Dzifzizs, and Theresa Ilortilcy, under the capable supervision of l. I'l'tl1.lIt' .Sul-litlyf who owns a chain of these marts throughout the Country. Iintering the restaurant they notice Mr. and Mrs. George Shaw and with them the distinguished psychologist, -llary O'RielIy. .Xt the present moment we Find Joyce Strange, the skillful artist, sketching the protile of Rim O'l9rien. At a nearby table is Jean Chaulk, the noted tea-leave reafltft' telling the future of Claire Jlazcde. A .Xs you can see. this restaurant is noted for its distinct atmosphere and unusual entertainment. They are served hy .loreftliizic Hanagan and Helen Ross, the two singing waitresses. After their midnight snack they pay the cashier, Mary Curley, and leave for home. '