Plainfield High School - Milestone Yearbook (Plainfield, NJ)

Text from Pages 1 - 156 of the 1956 volume:

The Senior Class Presents The 1956 MILESTONE Ektachrome by Wilson Gulick PLAINFIELD HIGH SCHOOL PLAINFIELD, NEW JERSEY FOREWORD Treasure Island—its mystic, shifting shores were ever before us. As freshmen we took those memo- table, first timid steps into the un- known, heading towards that hazy goal so far away, so seemingly un- attainable, Slowly we learned the rules of the ship and the ways of the crew, and then suddenly we were sophomores, old hands with the oars. Our junior year gave us the confi- dence that we were almost there. AI- most within reach of the Island, we worked and waited until at last as seniors we had only a few final steps to take. As that most wonderful of years flew by, we tested the shore. With infinite care we crossed the quicksand and climbed the steep hills of our dominion. Now it is June and we stand on the highest peak of this, our Treasure Island. We have reached our goal at last—the treasure of knowledge built up gradually from the first timid steps to the final conquering of our Treasure Island. But are those just clouds there in the distance? Somehow they seem to hide something. . . . Could it be that there( are other Treasure Islands ahead ee = S L | a ae Laying the cornerstone First faculty in present building 906 TY YEARS During its entire history Plainfield High School has constantly been trying to meet the needs of its pupils and of the commu- nity. When our present building was opened on February 22, 1906, Plainfield was almost purely residential. Only a small part of the high school age population attended school. The curriculum offerings were entirely col- lege preparatory, except for a few commer- cial subjects. As the community changed to become partly industrial, partly commercial, and partly residential, and as more and more of the: teen-age population remained in school, Plainfield High School adjusted its offerings to take care of its students. In 1915, a full program of industrial and home arts was introduced. During the twenties and early thirties the program was further expanded with the introduction of many general education courses. In 1935, a program of individual guid- ance by specialized counselors was started. Under this system, the academic program was adjusted to the pupil, rather than the pupil to the set curriculum. Gradually cur- riculum lines were crossed. In 1940, a single standard diploma was adopted. Eventually a single curriculum policy became effective, so that today a pupil can take any course offered by the school, provided that he, his counselor, and his teachers feel that it will be useful to him. Plainfield High School has always been in the forefront in adopting worthwhile educational ideas. With our proud history behind us, we look forward to the future with confidence. As in the past, our com- munity will provide for increased enroll- ments and for whatever new demands are made on our school. Varro, . ek. 518 P.H.S. as it was in 1906 viene tt NUNN | « eg 4 Highlights in the History of P. H. S. eI eT ee tier ee Plainfield High School opened in Stillman Building ee ERG ctr MOR rs lari Be First Commencement (eight graduates ) seis ite De Rt et ache Rt PES WN ENTERED PRESENT BUILDING UREA or ch ME REIN ONC tLe mem RRS be Es First addition to building Industrial and Home Arts introduced beak fa ARE ee co NIE SE te emo See Second addition to building BROT TY Ls Se inte an ees ec tee mcs tial a Guidance Counselors introduced Pate Gi See ee RN EE eek eR ee Uy ant eG opus Annex building completed they he Mic rand, ses aA ae Lk Re ENE IR Ree ee Placement office instituted PRR RCS OMEN, EE Ra Ch) ss ES A Behind-the-Wheel Driver Training begun ae PRAT PAE 0 IRE OBIE oF 8. WPA em Class Adviser system introduced P.H.S. as it stands today [6] IN DEDICATION To Paul B. Chambers—teacher, adviser, and friend—we dedicate our Milestone. Mr. Chambers has led us since 1953 on our way to Treasure Island, and by his interest and wise guidance, we have attained our own treasure—a happy and profitable high school career. Mr. Chambers has helped to shape our lives, and in grateful appreciation for his leadership, we, the class of 1956, say “thank you” in dedicating the Milestone to him. We hope that we may further show our appreciation in continuing our lives in the way Mr. Chambers has made clear to us in our years at P.HLS. ROSS M. GILL Superintendent of Schools Slippery Rock Teachers College, B.A. University of Pittsburgh, M.A., Ed.D. HENRY H. BANTA Administrative Assistant and Social Studies Amherst, B.A. Columbia, M.A. [8] ADMINISTRATION WARREN H. HELD Principal Muhlenberg, B.A. University of Pennsylvania, M.A. AND FACULTY LOLA K. HOFF Vice Principal Temple University, B.A. University of Pennsylvania, M.S. JOSEPH E. PASSARELLA Administrative Assistant and Social Studies CIGINC YS. BES 0S: Columbia, M.A. RETIRING TEACHERS While in P.H.S. Miss Sarah Bodenheimer has served as assistant in the library, as as- sistant to the dean, and in the Attendance Office. She has played a major role in the running of P.H.S., and her efficient work has been respected and appreciated by all. Mr. Lester Beers came to P.H.S. in 1912 as a science teacher. In 1931 he became head of the science department, and he has given unfailingly of his time and en- ergy through the years. Upon his retirement, all of the students of P.H.S. wish to thank him. Mr. Jules Weismann came to Plainfield High School in 1918. He has taught me- chanical drawing to generations of future technicians, and upon his retirement we all wish to express our appreciation to him for his work. Mr. Henry Oesting, coming to Plainfield High in 1914, has been a teacher of wood- working, acting head of the industrial arts department, and head of the industrial arts department. Through the years his contri- butions to his department and to his pupils have been invaluable. Orca ACHTENHAGEN FLORENCE G. CLARENCE J. RoBert W. ARTHUR Rutu E. Barry Head of ACKERMAN ANDREWS English Mathematics English Department Social Studies Supervisor of Music University of Vermont, College of Wooster, B.S. Lawrence, B.A. State Teachers College University of Iowa, B.A. B.A. University of Pittsburgh, Columbia, M.A. New York University, Ithaca, B.M. Harvard, M.A. M.Ed. B.S., M.A. Henry H. BANTA LEsTER D. BEERS JAMES O. BERMAN Hi1pa K. BonTeE RIcHARD W. BooHER Administrative Assistant Head of English Physical Education Science Amherst, B.A. Science Department Lafayette, B.A. Panzer, B.S. Lock Haven State Columbia, M.A. Colgate, B.S. Columbia, M.A. Teachers College, B.S. Rutgers, M.Ed. Pennsylvania State University, M.Ed. AA JoHn H. Borer Grace D. BRADISH Wirtsur F. BRANN Dwicut Brown FRANK W. Brown Head of Mathematics Cafeteria Manager Physical Education Music Mathematics Department Pratt Institute School Oberlin, B.A. Drake Conservatory University of Muhlenberg, Ph.B. of Dietetics New York University, University of Iowa, B.A. New Hampshire, B.A. Columbia, M.A. M.A. Harvard, M.Ed. Rutgers MarsHALL C. Brown GEORGE BUBRICK EpIsOoN R. BuRDEN EpwarD J. BURNS PAUL B. CHAMBERS Physical Education Mathematics Industrial Arts Physical Education Social Studies, Class Virginia State, B.S. _ Penn State, B.A. Rutgers, B.S. Columbia, B.S., M.A. Adviser Columbia, M.A. New York University, Columbia, M.A. Guilford, B.A. M.A. University of North Carolina {10} N. J. Curisicos MarGARET CLAWSON RoBerT I. Cioos Physical Education Ithaca College, B.S. Wellesley, B.A. and M.S. Albany State, M.A. English Language Grove City, B.A. University of Cali- fornia, M.A. ke ALICE F. EGAN EMMA CONSTANCE GerorGE R. DIXon DE WERSTERRE Mathematics English Home Economics Montclair State Teachers Smith, B.A. Douglass, B.S. College, B.A. Columbia, M.A. WILLIAM GORDON Industrial Arts D. Lina GaLusHKo Social Studies Industrial and Fine Arts University of North Juniata College, B.S. Carolina, B.A., M.Ed. B.S. Joun H. GALio ELEANOR Horn ELEANOR HENDERSON Guidance and Language Language Wellesley, B.A. Wilson, B.A. Columbia Cornell, M.A. New York University, EUGENE L. Huska Guidance and Social Studies Bucknell University, B.S. Temple University, M.A. University of Wisconsin, Nora CoNAHEY GERALDINE M. Commercial CooLEY Columbia, B.S. Social Studies Syracuse University, B.A. EpwiIn M. Faust FLORENCE FIRTH Head of English, Social Studies Language Department New York University, Muhlenberg, B.A. B.S., M.A. Columbia, M.A. ELIZABETH HAGEMAN NELii£ P. HastTINGs English Guidance and Science Columbia, B.S. Columbia, B.S., M.A. GeEorGE J. HuETTL LANCE JEFFERS Social Studies English Columbia, B.S., M.A. B.S., M.A. {11} FREDERICK H. AUDREY HELEN JOYCE Howarp I. Jump RutH B. KING H. P. KisTLer JOHNSON Physical Education Science Physical Education Science English Education Rutgers, B.S. Rutgers, B.S., M.Ed. Franklin and Marshall Muhlenberg, B.A. Trenton State Teachers N. Y. U., M.A. College, B.S. College, B.S. Columbia, M.A. i Rita L. KRAMER Joun E. Lippy Victor B. LiskE BEN LiviNGstTon EDMOND LONSKY English Physical Education Mathematics Science Science and Emerson, B.A. Rutgers, B.S., M.Ed. Lafayette, B.S. Ohio University, Class Adviser Western Reserve, M.A. BeAr eb, Rutgers, B.S. Columbia, M.A. FRANCES Lorp MaRrRJORIE JoHN A. McCurpy JOSEPHINE E. MILLER Mary M. MILLER Mathematics McCoNNELL Social Studies Librarian Mathematics William and Mary, B.A. Art Rutgers, B.S., LL.B. DePauw University, B.A. Seton Hall College, B.A. Columbia, M.A. Washington University, Duke, M.Ed. Columbia, M.A., University of Pitts- B.S. B:S in Lib. Sci. burgh, M.Ed. Columbia, M.A. VIRGINIA MIXER VERA Monez HELEN G. Moore ELAINE MORECRAET HELEN G. Morton English Music Science Commercial Home Arts Bates, B.A. Trenton State Teachers, Swarthmore, B.S. Rider, B.Ed. Temple University B.S. University of Pennsyl- vania, M.S. [12] Eric P. NELSON Marion L. Newson Davin B. Norris HENRY F. O€stiING A. HAMILTON Otto Science Physical Education English Head of Industrial and Science Montclair, B.A. Class Adviser University of Pennsyl- Fine Arts Department Class Adviser Russell Sage, B.S. vania, B.S. Morrill School of Lafayette, B.S. New York University, Mechanical Arts Rutgers, M.Ed. M.A. � - Epna M. Pappock RICHARD PAJEWSKI JosepH E. PASSARELLA JoHN J. PEARSON G. CARL PERSINGER Library Social Studies Administrative Assistant Industrial Arts Head of Commercial Millersville State Teachers College of and Social Studies Rutgers, B.S. Department | Teachers, B.S. Connecticut, B.S, GENE BS: Indiana State, B.S. Columbia, M.S. Columbia, M.A. Harvard, M.Ed. KATHERINE M. PratrT Greta W. SALEM Howarp S. SAVAGE WILLIAM V. SETTE JOHN SIERGE Language Social Studies Music English Placement and Guidance Syracuse, B.A. Smith, B.A. New York University, Guidance Golub Bon Middlebury, M.A. Harvard, M.A. B.S., M.A. Columbia, B.A. a 4 JOHN W. SIMPSON ABRAM E. SMITH ARTHUR E. SMITH, JR. ARTHUR W. MARGARET V. SMITH English Physical Education Mathematics SMITH, JR. Social Studies Shippensburg State Rutgers, B.S. Rutgers, B.S., M.Ed. Science Syracuse, B.S. Teachers College, B.S. Columbia, M.A. Lafayette, B.A. Columbia, M.A. Wisconsin, M.S. Lehigh, M.A. [13] RALPH D. STAMPONE Language Lafayette, B.A. Columbia, M.A. Mary VAN CLEEF English Wooster, B.A. JULES WIESMANN Industrial Arts Mechanics Arts High School ye eA he Mary Furino Switchboard Operator [14] Supervisor of Physical Education Springfield, B.P.E. Marcia T. WESTPFAHL Head of Social Studies Department Skidmore, B.A. Columbia, M.A. ADELLA WOTHERSPOON Commercial Trenton State Teachers College ° silt x, Ha e RuTH LosTBOURNE Attendance Secretary GEORGE R. STRUB English Clark, B.A. Rutgers, M.Ed. Marie F. WHELAN, R.N. School Nurse Muhlenberg Hospital School Newark State Teachers College RutTH S. WYER Commercial Columbia, B.S., M.A. ANN PARELLO Secretary to Vice-Principal ELLEN M. Srusss Language Park, B.A. a KERMIT A. W HITEHEAD Industrial Arts Rutgers JoHN BROADBENT Chief Custodian CAROLINE REICH Secretary to Principal D. STURTEVANT English Goucher, B.A. - Columbia, Rutgers CELIA C. WHITFORD Language Alfred, B.A. JANE Foy Secretary to Industrial Arts Dept. and Super- visor of Physical Education oe oe’ CAROLYN SETTE Secretary to Counselors Here we conve! “ © Mi. Keeping Treasure Island's scrap book Looking into the treasure chest containing souvenirs of our years at Plainfield High, we find an El Dorado of memories which will re- main with us though we may travel to and through other Treasure Islands. We shall never forget our entrance into P.H.S. on Freshman Day. We were a crew of typically bewildered freshmen. After choos- ing Bob Kelly as our president, with the help of Jerry O'Sullivan, Ilene Gartenberg, and Loretta Spiegel as our officers, we adjusted to high school life and attended our Freshman Party, which was a great success, both financially and socially. Soon our sophomore year came, and we were no longer “foolish frosh.” We realized that our years in high school were going quickly and would be over all too soon. We chose Brent Mauro for president, to be aided by Jerry O'Sullivan, Virginia Predmore, and Ilene Garten- berg, and we organized a square dance that was enjoyed by all. We competed in the annual Halloween Talent Show and won second lace. : During the summer we basked in the realization that we were juniors, and we began to feel the pressure of upperclass responsibili- ties. Jerry O'Sullivan led us in our next year, with Howard Runyon, Judy Schwartz, and Natalie Robins. As the annual junior fund-raising event, we sold pompons and pennants. Our two representatives to Boys’ State were Steve Becker and Bill Swaney. eee = a LLL eee a eee ee a OE EL LO eee SENIOR CLASS HISTORY Plotting the course— One more year to go. They held the helm. It wasn’t all grim! We all enjoyed the Junior-Senior Dance, and the prom, Showboat, was a great success. We will always remember the school song, “‘Plain- field High” written by Clark Gesner. Then it finally came. That fabulous senior year with the perfect combination of work, respon- sibility, and the fun and sadness of our last year in school. Bob Neill was our class presi- dent, with the able assistance of Judy Schwartz, Virginia James, and Ken Kunzman. In Student Council our class was well represented with Steve Becker as president, Dave Lustig as vice- president, Virginia Predmore as secretary, and Ruth Weil as treasurer. Our Senior Play, “Charlie’s Aunt,’ was the best ever, thanks to Clark Gesner and the rest of the cast, as well as Miss Mixer and the people behind the scenes. Gretchen Buckelmueller was chosen Entree editor-in-chief, and Betty Burdick was Milestone editor. With graduation almost here, we realize that our Treasure Island has almost been attained, but after leaving Plainfield High behind us, let us strive for even a more perfect Treasure Island in the years to come. Laughing off the calories— Priscilla Lee Anderson Sid, who enjoys the ex- pression, “Oh darn!” and the pastimes of driving and being with R. C,, dislikes people who like too much attention. Base- ball and basketball were tops on her activity list while in P.H.S. To become a registered nurse is her main ambition. John Ayres Armstrong John, who hopes to become a retired millionaire at nineteen, enjoys using the expression, “You better believe it.” When John isn’t busy with cross- country and Swimming Club, he can be found wearing tracks from Gruning’s to Opdyke’s. Broken lockers seem to irk this busy senior, [18] William Nevius Apgar Bill, who is annoyed by traf- fic, hopes to get a new convert- ible. Being with Lynn and playing golf are his favorite pastimes. In P.H.S. he has par- ticipated in the Hunting and Fishing Club, Stephen George Babin Steve, who is often heard say- ing, “What time does the bell ring?” dislikes eighth gym. Making money to spend on his radio equipment rates high with this senior. To go to college is his main ambition. Elinore T. Ackerman Butch enjoys “Duffy” and food. “Well, lookie here,” is her favorite expression. To get out of school is her main am- bition in life. Martha Ginger Bailey Motts, who dislikes sixth lunch and grouchy people, en- joys playing the violin. To become a laboratory technician is this senior’s main ambition. She often can be heard saying, “It was mine; it was yours.” Motts has participated in Typ- ing Club, Nursing Club, or- chestra, and Milestone while in P.H.S. Phyllis Elaine Acker Phyl, whose favorite expres- sion is, ‘““Here we go again,” has been kept busy with band and Nursing Club, as well as being treasurer of her senior home- room. This busy gal, who hopes someday to bring Michigan and Plainfield closer together, is de- termined to become a _ good nurse. Alfred Russell Banks To become a physical educa- tion teacher is the ambition of this senior. His favorite ex- pression is ‘Say hey,” and he enjoys listening to Stan Kenton. Projection Club, Male and Mixed Choruses, Air Raid Squad, bas- ketball, football and track have kept Alfred busy during his years in P.H.S. ; F. Faye Barr Faye, who enjoys waiting for that 6:30 phone call, and dis- likes the Marines, may often be heard saying, “ Cause you bet- ter not do thar.” Social Danc- ing, bowling, Red Cross, Person- ality and Fashion, and Business Machines Clubs have kept this gal busy. Clayton Harry Benke Buster can’t stand meat loaf, but he does enjoy his favorite pastime—girls! ‘To err is hu- man, to forgive is divine,” is an expression that can often be heard from this senior. ern ee William Harrison Bartholomew Bart would like to join the Army when he gets out of school and then become a sales- man. Bart can often be heard saying, “Sam,” while enjoying his favorite pastime of riding around in someone else’s car. Richard Welner Bennett To go to Colgate is Dick’s ambition. Besides being active in the Male and the Mixed Choruses, Dick has participated in Student Council, track, foot- ball, and Air Raid Squad. Play- ing the guitar and going down to the shore rate high with Dick. ‘“You’re a plaid rabbit,” is his favorite expression. Stephen DeB. Becker Our Student Council presi- dent hopes to become an engi- neer and settle down to a nice peaceful life. Steve’s activities, Student Council, have varsity football, bas- baseball. Steve, expression is, enjoys re- besides included ketball, and whose favorite “And here we are,” laxing on week-ends. Joyce Ellen Behan Joy enjoys the expression, “You know what I say,” and her pastime is waiting for that 7 o’clock phone call. Joy, who would like to become a secre- tary and ???, is annoyed by the Army. Library Council, Red Cross, and Business Machines Clubs were among the activities that kept her busy while in PHS. Catherine Jean Behan Cathy, who enjoys for that 7:30 phone call, hopes to become a nurse and ???. Social Dancing and _ Biology Clubs have kept this senior busy. Cathy is annoyed by the Navy and lists the expression, “Tell me,” as her favorite. waiting Lena Rose Bengivenga Lee enjoys going to the club!! Executive Council, Girls’ Cho- rus, Milestone, Office Machines, and being treasurer of her jun- ior homeroom helped to keep this senior busy. Lee enjoys the expression, “What is this ac- tion?” {19} Jean Ann Berry Jan, who enjoys spending most of her time with that cer- tain someone, dislikes people who say, “Nasty Break.” “But will you please,” is this senior’s favorite expression. Student Council, Drama I, and Red Cross have kept this gal busy while in P.H.S. Ivan Bloom Ivan, who has been active in the Air Raid Squad and also as j. v. basketball manager and freshman homeroom treasurer, enjoys talking to “Spieg.” He dislikes lunch lines and is often heard saying ‘Already yet.” [20] Virginia Blackford Ginny, who is peeved by people who make noise, lists “Ain’t that cute!” as her favor- ite expression. To go to Chicago is her ambition, and she enjoys being with Bob. Norman Bloom Norm, whose favorite pastime is riding around in the car, dis- likes snobby girls. During his four, years at P:HiS:, jhe ‘has been kept busy as swimming team manager and Class Coun- cil representative. He often may be heard saying, ‘‘Censored.” Bernard L. Bergstein Bernie, who hopes to become a chemical engineer, can be found at Gruning’s when he isn’t busy with football prac- tice. Joan Ann Boruch Joanie enjoys ‘thacking with the happy souls,” when not busy with Student Council, Girls’ Leaders, G.A.A., and sports. Her pet peeve is burning that curler box, and she is often heard saying, ‘“Isn’t that the coolest?” Robert Walter Bergmann Ace, who enjoys playing golf and going bowling, hopes in the future to be able to bowl a 300 game or make a hole in one. Sunday drivers irk this senior, who enjoys using his fa- vorite expression, ‘‘Who’s he?” Rodeene Anne Bottoms Ro hopes to become a nurse, but right now she enjoys cruis- ing around in that 25 horse- powered boat in Canada. When not keeping in contact with her pen pals, she may be heard say- ing, “I don’t know what’s coming off.” Anthony Peter Bottone People who say “yes” when they mean “no” are Tony’s pet peeve. He enjoys hanging around Uncle John’s store with the Rams and has been kept busy in P.H.S. with bowling and in- tramural basketball. He would like to become a carpenter and join the Marines. Joanne Brody Playing tennis and ‘‘schmooz- ing” are Jo’s favorite pastimes. Jo’s activities have consisted of Latin Club, drama, Assembly Committee, Milestone, archery, and chorus. Harold Richard Bower This Liberace hater likes to spend his time flying N88194. Ace, who was a member of the swimming team, likes to say, “Tt’s hard to tell.” After put- ting in his hitch in the Navy, Ace would like to go to the American Flyers’ Academy in Ft. Worth, Texas. Martha Ann Brown Motts enjoys writing letters to a certain college boy but can’t stand people without a sense of humor. “Crazy if you do,” may be heard by Motts, who has participated in Old Testament Club, twirling, and basketball. Motts wishes to make the best of whatever she does. Betty Ruth Bowers Hoppy would rather spend her time writing letters to a certain Air Force boy than in talking to people with no ambi- tion. This senior has been active in sports, twirling, and Leaders. To be a good secretary and housewife is Hoppy’s ambition. eres Charles George Brick Charlie enjoys working on cars, especially a 1946 Ford. Boys’ Swimming and Projection Club have kept Charlie busy. His chief ambition is to be graduated in 1956, Charles Brecheisen Charley, who would like to go to either college or radio school, spends much of his time being an amateur radio oper- ator. Eighth gym peeves this senior, who has been active in basketball. He may often be heard saying, ‘““Who is she?” Durant Brockett To join the Air Force and take up electronics is Due’s ambition, who likes building airplane models. “Go git it, daddy,” is the favorite ex- pression of this senior, who has Participated in Visual Aids dur- ing his four years at P.H.S. [21] Gretchen Buckelmueller Gretchen, whom we all know as Entreé editor-in-chief, hopes to write the “great American novel.” Reading copy with the aid of Marcus Tullius Cicero is her favorite pastime, but bun- sen burners and slide rules real- ly peeve her. She has partici- pated in Girls’ Chorus, Entreé, and French Club. Elizabeth Nancy Burdick Betty, who enjoys “hacking with the happy souls,” is peeved by an empty mailbox. ‘That’s the way the cookie crumbles,” may be heard from this busy senior, who, besides editing the Milestone, was active in drama, archery, tennis, Girls’ Chorus, and ushers. [22] Martha Ann Bungenstock “Sava gava!’” is Martha’s battle cry as she prowls be- tween Opdyke’s and Gruning’s. Grouches peeve her. She dreams of owning fifteen closets of clothes some day. As she sailed through her years on Treasure Island, she exercised her talents in drama, twirling, and in Tri- Hi-Y. Claire Burke To be a good secretary and get the most out of life are Claire’s ambitions. Sixth lunch and school in general peeve this senior, who enjoys writing and receiving letters. ‘‘Let’s look alive,” is Claire’s favorite ex- pression. Her school activities have included Drama and Typ- ing Clubs. Lois Ann Buchowski Lois’ ambition is to go to secretarial school.. ‘““What is this ocean motion?” may often be heard from this senior, who en- joys cruising in the Ford. Short boys peeve Lois, who has been active in Social Dancing Club, bowling, and Milestone Business Staff. William Foster Burns Willard, who has been in Boys’ Cooking and Recreational Games Clubs, especially enjoys working on a Mercury engine. “Ho-yo-yo” is the favorite ex- pression of this senior who is peeved by school. Willard’s am- bition, just like most of the seniors, is to be graduated in 1956. Wilma Lorraine Brown Watching TV, reading, and sleeping are Wilky’s favorite pastimes. She often says, ‘I’m telling you.” Wilky has partici- pated in Old Testament Club for four years, and Girls’ Cho- rus in her senior year. Wilky’s ambition is to become a teacher. Carol Ann Cain “‘Ain’t that cute?” is the ex- pression most heard from Carol, who enjoys riding in convert- ibles. Eating in the cafeteria really peeves this senior, who has been active in Twirling Club. To chaperone Pat and Virginia to Chicago is her am- bition. Ef: John Anthony Cangelosi The Count enjoys swimming and the stock car races but dis- likes stuck-up girls. In the future John hopes that every- thing he does will turn out bet- ter than he planned. Carolyn Ann Cloer Carolyn, a future teacher, is peeved by having to get up at 6:30 a.m. Girls’ Chorus, World Friendship Club, Mixed Chorus, and the Milestone Copy Staff have kept Carolyn busy. Elizabeth Sara Canter Betsy enjoys writing letters and is peeved by the fact that Ohio is far from New Jersey. While in high school Betsy has been vice president and secretary of her homeroom, president of Tri-Hi-Y, and a member of the Twirling Club. Lynn Cohen This future teacher’s favorite pastime is “schmoozing.” Lynn, who was in the Senior Play, was active in the Drama Clubs, Milestone, tennis, archery, S.A.T. Committee, Latin Club, and Class Council. Anthony Joseph Capua Cap’s favorite pastime is be- ing with the Rams in John’s store. Joe, who wants to join the Marine Corps, has been on the wrestling and j. v. football squads. = Carol Joan Chadwick Carol enjoys vacationing at Lavallette and is peeved by people who do not write letters. The Social Committee of Stu- dent Council, Sketch Club, Girls’ Chorus, Leaders, and ush- ers have kept Carol busy. Susan Carter Sue plans to go to college with hopes of becoming a teach- er. Drama Club, Sketch Club, and being secretary of her homeroom have kept Sue busy. William John Ciccone Bill, whose favorite pastime is reading his physics books, is peeved by people who sulk. Track, bowling, and Biology Clubs have kept our future surgeon busy. [23} Joe Frank Colucci Joe, who is peeved by T.V. commercials, enjoys listening to the hillbillies. Freshman and j. v. football were some of the activities of this future business man. Anthony Joseph Conger Tony enjoys holding down the sidewalk in front of Grun- ing’s and is peeved by the ex- pression, “O.K., son.” This future chemical engineer has been kept busy in the band. [24] Barbara Ann Comolli Barb hopes to become a pri- vate secretary. While in P.H.S. her activities included Person- ality and Fashion Club, and Leaders. Her pet peeve is tall boys. “T’ll never tell,” is Barb’s favorite expression. Joseph Anthony Conly Girls who drive big cars irk Joe, and he enjoys holding up Gruning’s wall. He may be heard saying, ‘““How do you like your eggs?” Hi-Y Club and freshman football have kept Joe busy while at P.H.S. Elpidio Anthony Colucci, Jr. When Pete is not playing football, one can be sure that he is riding around. After grad- uation Pete plans to enter the service. John Philip Corcoran Corky hopes to build a bridge across the Atlantic Ocean. His pet peeve is smoking. Baseball and basketball have kept Corky busy while in P.H.S. Barbara Ann Colucci Coochy’s biggest ambition is to settle down with ? At the present she enjoys buzzin’ around with Tex Ritter and the boys. John George Cornetta Corny, who plans to go to college, lives for the week-ends. Our Drum Major has been in Hi-Y, track, Student Council, and Male Chorus. Thomas John Cosgrove Our future engineer enjoys ice hockey and football during his free time. Radio Club, j. v. football, and stage electrician squad have kept Tom busy. Raymond Cray Dave, who dislikes homework, has been active in German Club and Biology Club. Sport cars interest th is future automobile dealer. Daniel Joseph Costanzo Danny, whose ambition is to win more than Rit in a poker game, is peeved by a certain type of girl. Student Council, baseball, basketball, and football have kept Danny busy. Mary Agnes Crescenti Sketching and knitting keep Mary busy. “Watcha doing?” is often said by this senior, who would like to be a private sec- retary. Art Club and Typing Club have kept Mary busy at PIES: Patricia Marie Costello A newcomer to P.H.S. in her senior year, Pat has quickly be- come one of our doughty crew. She reports that busybodies an- noy her, and since her favorite expression is, ‘““You’d better be- lieve it!,” we do. Alma Olga Crawley “Now isn’t that something?” may often be heard from Tiny, who enjoys bowling. Twirling Club and baseball have kept this future florist busy. Richard Paul Coury Dick’s favorite pastime is sleeping. He has been kept busy as his sophomore and junior homeroom president and with football. We hope you get your new car, Dick! Howard Crawley Howie, who hopes to become a great ballplayer, has been kept busy with football, basketball, and baseball. “He enjoys sleep- ing and being just plain lazy. Howie may be heard saying, “You know what I mean.” [25] Barbara Catherine Curreri To go to college is Barbara’s ambition. ‘Buggin’ in the But- tercup” is her favorite pastime, but if you’re a boy who makes fun of new drivers, steer clear of her. Barbara has been active in Red Cross and Milestone Business Staff. Philip Arthur Daley Phil, who enjoys fishing, is annoyed with homework and cold showers in gym. Phil has been on the stage crew for four years. He would like to attend college. [26] Geraldine Elizabeth Curry Gerry, who is annoyed by fourth period lunch freshmen, enjoys listening to popular mu- sic. This future typist was ac- tive in Leaders, Red Cross Club, and Old Testament Club. Mary Ann Danek Maime, whose favorite pas- time is looking for that cer- tain guy, hopes to be happy and get the most out of life. Barbara Louise Cummings Bobbi, who enjoys watching a certain senior fix his car, hopes to get a job in a lab. Carolyn Daniel Carolyn, whose favorite pas- time is “hacking with the hap- py souls,” is planning to go to college. Drama, tennis, Red Cross, Student Council, Mile- stone, archery, water ballet, and Girls’ sports Editor of the Mile- stone were Carolyn’s activities. Henry Mathew Criswell Hick’s ambition is to be an auto mechanic. He dislikes con- ceited women. Hick was active in P.H.S. band for four years. Kathryn Marie Darrar Kathy, who is peeved by boys who don’t dance, hopes to be a professional dancer. The P.T.A. Show, Entree, and Per- sonality and Fashion Club have kept Kathy busy. Betty Jean Davis Betty, a future typist, has been active is basketball, base- ball, and Typing Club. She en- joys skating and Saturday night dances. Betty’s favorite expres- sion is, ““You better believe it!” Carmela de Freitas Car, whose favorite expres- sion is, “Ay Bendito,” enjoys Spanish, dancing, and experi-= menting. Her activities have been Spanish Club, Library Council, and Astronomy. This senior wishes to go to college and become a bacteriologist. William Charles Davis Bob, whose pet peeve is the N. Y. Yankees, may be heard saying, ‘““What’s you say, kid?” To have a good steady job is Bob’s ambition. He has been kept busy with baseball and bowling while at P.H.S. Carol Ann Delaney In high school Carol occu- pied herself with Student Coun- cil, Drama, and French Clubs. She also served as homeroom president and secretary. ‘Have fun,” Carol, and good luck in nursing. Robert Norman Davis Frenchy’s favorite pastimes are dates, weekends, and tennis. He can often be heard saying, “To err is human.” While in P.H.S. Frenchy has participated in football, cross country, track, Mixed Chorus, Male Chorus, and Boys’ Ensemble. Miriam I. Deady Mimi, who dislikes people who like to work, wants to be successful and retire at twenty- one. She likes to listen to rec- ords and have fun. Mimi has been active in Drama, Nursing, and Milestone Business and Edi- torial staffs. Ethel Lila Dawson Et hopes to become the President’s secretary. She has served as president and _ secre- tary of her homeroom, and has been active in Drama Club and Class Executive Council. Her favorite expression is, “I’ll get my eight hours!” Susan Mary De Fonza Sisty’s favorite expression is, “You're too much and a half.” Sisty has participated in Entree, Milestone, Executive Council, and has been secretary of her homeroom. We wish you all the luck in college. [27] Carol Hope Derflinger Derf spends a great deal of time looking for that certain someone. She often quotes, “He’s in the Air Force now.” She has also been kept busy with World Friendship Club and Typing Club. Derf’s ambi- tion is to become a secretary, Yip Constance Henrietta Dickerson Candy, who is irked by get- ting up at 7:00 every morning, enjoys going to church, singing, and sewing. Since she entered P.H.S. she has belonged to the Old Testament Club. After graduating, Candy hopes to be- come a typist. [28] Theodora Anne De Vico After graduation Teddy would like to go to college. She has been active in Drama, G.A.A., Milestone Editorial, and Class Executive Council. Teddy is often caught saying, “I'll never tell!” % 4 ee @ Gail Patricia Dickman Cookie enjoys singing and cooking. She is annoyed by her locker in the residential area. She has been kept busy by Latin and Spanish Clubs, Mile- stone Business Staff, and Lead- ers. Whatever spare time was left, Cookie devoted to Chess Club, P.H.S. News Bureau, and ushers. Joseph A. De Lorenzo Joe De intends to see the world at the Navy’s expense. He has been active in basket- ball and Hunting and Fishing Club. His pet peeve is finding a parking space at school. Nicholas Joseph Di Dario Nick, who enjoys watching N.G. do cartwheels, can often be heard saying, “Right, Bus- ter.’ He hopes to become a millionaire someday. This busy senior has participated in Dra- ma Club, Student Council, En- tree, and Air Raid Squad. Richard Peter Del Bueno Dick is college bound after graduating. His favorite expres- sion is, “a really big show.” He enjoys sleeping and eating but dislikes people who are always late. Dick joined the Projec- tion Club when he was a fresh- man. Thomas Frank Di Dario Thomas enjoys listening to the hillbillies and is peeved by Jersey City. Cross country, j.v. football, and Hunting and Fishing Club have kept him busy. His favorite expression is, “What happen?” We wish you success after graduation. Darlene Ann Challis Diso Dar, who wants to be a pyschiatric nurse, enjoys listen- ing to Rock ’n Roll in that cer- tain car. Who could blame her for disliking the 300 miles be- tween her and him? She _ has been active in basketball, ten- nis, swimming and Student Council, Raymond John Eustice Boys’ Swimming, Radio Club, and Hunting and Fishing Club have kept Big John busy. His ambition is to join the U. S. Marines. Robert Dorsey Bob is Navy bound after graduation. He spends a great deal of time in sleeping and in growling at women drivers. Bob has been active in Chess Club and baseball, and is often heard saying, ‘““Why, you cotton pick- er!” Margaret Jane Feuerlein Being unable to slide into first base safely is Peg’s pet peeve. Her ambition is to man- age a “year round” baseball team. President of the G.A.A. this year, shé has been ac- tive in basketball, archery, ten- nis, baseball, and bowling. Joseph Christian Ducey Moose is peeved by girls who smoke and use profane lan- guage. To retire at twenty-one and live in Beverly Hills, Cali- fornia, is this senior’s main am- bition. The “Happy Hour” is among his activities. Michael Eber Mike, who enjoys listening to Rocky, has been active in Dra- ma and Sports Appreciation Clubs. He has also served as homeroom treasurer. Tom J. Ebel Tom likes sleeping and going to the “Y.” Teachers who talk too much gripe this senior, who wants to make a million dol- lars. He was active in j. v. foot- ball. Tom’s words of wisdom are, ‘““Where’d she go?” Corinne Rosalee Erholm Connie lists her favorite pas- time as spying. Blue eyes and crew cuts are her pet peeves. Connie has been active in bowl- ing, Student Council, twirling squad and Twirling Club dur- ing her years in P.H.S. [29] Margaret Linda Foster “I care a lot,” is often heard when Marge is around, While in P.H.S. she has been busy in the Fashion and _ Personality Club, Milestone, Typing Club, and the News Bureau. Her ambitions are to go to college and raise ten little hillbillies. Donald Franklin “It won’t be long,” is Duck’s favorite expression, Being with that certain young lady is one of his pastimes. He has been active in band, wrestling, and j. v. football while in P.H.S. Duck’s ambition is to be suc- cessful in the Armed Forces or college. [30] Charles Norman Fowler Norm, who is a sportsman, has participated in j. v. bas- ketball in his sophomore year and varsity baseball in his jun- ior and senior years. To go to college is this senior’s ambi- tion. Woodrow Wilson Frederick Woody enjoys conversing with the women—that is, those who are not shy or conceited. Visual Aids Squad and Mes- senger Squad have kept him busy. Woody would like to make good in the Armed Forces when he graduates from PEL; Agnes Rita Forsythe Chickie, who is annoyed by long lunch lines, can often be heard saying, ““You never can tell.” Her favorite pastime is being with that certain guy. Chickie has been active in Girls’ Chorus, tennis, and Stu- dent Council. Her ambition is to become a nurse. Jules Baron Fromm “Calling C. Q, 20 meter D X!”? Jules, an amateur “Ham” radio operator, uses his spare time operating his transmitter. While in P.H.S. he has been a member of the Assembly Com- mittee, Latin Club, and Radio Club. To go to college and major in industrial electronics is Jule’s ambition. anes i , Johanna Formosa Jo is often heard saying, “Gee, dad!” This senior’s pas- time are writing letters to that certain airman and ridmg in that Olds. While in P.H.S. Jo has been in the Typing Club. Her ambition is to become a millionaire. Louis John Fusco Lou enjoys spending his spare time fishing and hunting. He is annoyed by cafeteria food and Spanish. This senior is go- ing to try to stay single. Lou has been active in the Hunting and Fishing Club. He expects to join the Navy when he finishes high school. Margaret Fyffe Eating, sleeping, and listen- ing to David Whitfield’s “Everywhere” are Peg’s favorite pastimes. She can often be heard saying, “I'll never tell.” Her pet peeves are writing letters and PFC. 1476024. Typing Club and being senior home- room president have kept her busy. She would like to bring New Jersey «and California closer together. Clark Gesner Ges, whose pet peeve is slip- pery floors on the way to lunch, hopes to become a musi- cal comedy writer. Ges has been very active in drama for four years, being drama president in his junior year and appearing in a lead role of the senior play this year. President of the As- sembly Committee, Male Cho- rus, and homeroom president for four years have kept this senior busy. Jerome Gard Highland Park is one of Yogi’s pastimes. His pet peeve is English. Varsity football, Chess Club, and the Football Club have kept Yogi busy. To go to college and become a chemist is his ambition. David Eugene Godderz Gizz, who is a newcomer to P.H.S., lists his pet peeve as math. “Things are tough all over!” is heard often when Gizz is around. His ambitions are to join the Marine Corps and go to college. Nancy Helen Garrenger Nancy, whose pet peeve is red hair, enjoys spending her spare time ‘‘buggin’ in the Butter- cup.” She has been active in Student Council, Executive Council, cheerleading, Mixed and Girls’ Choruses, Girls’ En- semble, and ushers. This year she was Student Council Social Committee Chairman. Louis John Gatti When Gat is around you'll most likely hear, ‘““That’s about the size of it.” This senior’s favorite pastimes are professional baseball and cars. To buy a late model car is Gat’s ambi- tion. Biology Club and Hunting and Fishing Club have kept him busy during his years in Las USy oor Ilene Frances Gartenberg “Js” favorite pastime is sch- moozing. She can often be heard saying, “Call me if any- thing happens.” “J,” Student Council Publicity Chairman, has participated in Milestone, Executive Council, Student Council, Girls’ Chorus, ushers, and Leaders. She was our fresh- man class secretary and sopho- more class treasurer. William D. Gerdsen Tuna trolling takes up a good deal of Bull’s time. His favorite expression is, ‘“That’s the way the ball rolls.” He has been active in Hi-Y, Sci- ence Projects, and Hunting and Fishing Clubs. To catch Moby Dick is Bull’s ambition. [31] Z 4 Catherine Ann Green This future laboratory tech- nician may often be heard say- ing, “It’s never too late to learn.” Cat, who enjoys seeing plays in New York, is annoyed with people who think they know it all. Girls’ Chorus and Fashion and Personality Club have kept Cat busy, eee Thomas Carl Grifa Griff, our Athletic Chair- man, is peeved with the Dod- gers and likes to see the Yan- kees win the World Series. Be- sides doing a great job for P.H.S. on the football team, Griff has been active in wres- tling, baseball, band, and Class Council. To go to college is Griff’s ambition. [32] Marian Green Watching baseball games is a favorite pastime of this fu- ture nurse. Marian has been active in orchestra and Leaders while in P.H.S. Abigail Ruth Grodner “That’s a goody!” may often be heard from Abby, who is annoyed with blushing. “Sch- moozing” is one of Abby’s pas- times. Student Council, Girls’ Chorus, Milestone, and Drama Club have kept this college bound senior busy. Raymond John Good College is ahead for Chip, who enjoys trying to get dates. Chip is annoyed with girls who wear crinolines. Working at the Plainfield Trust Company has kept Chip very busy. Mary Anna Gueriri Mary Ann’s_ favorite pas- time is writing letters, and she is annoyed when she doesn’t re- ceive any mail. “No kidding!” may often be heard from this senior, who has been active in Girls’ Chorus. Barbara Sue Golden Bobbie is annoyed by lockers on the third floor and long lunch lines. She enjoys swim- ming and playing badminton. Bobbie, a future secretary, is headed for Katharine Gibbs Secretarial School. Wilson McKee Gulick, Jr. Wil, who enjoys making pic- tures, conversation, and whoop- ee, is annoyed with girls who smoke in public. We will all remember the good job Wil did for P.H.S. on the Entree staff, where he was news editor and staff photographer. Wil’s am- bition is to attend college. Concetta Michele Gumina Connie, who is annoyed with long football games, may often be heard saying, ‘“‘Ain’t that a shame?” This college bound senior has been active in World Friendship Club, Entree, and Junior Drama Club. To go to Hawaii in a sail boat is Con- nie’s ambition. Irene Hall Reenie may often be heard saying, “Good gooqa moogqa!” Talking and listening to records keep Reenie busy. This future housewife has been kept busy with Drama Club and basket- ball. Herman Arlington Hageman Herman, who enjoys “ham- ming” on short wave radios, would like to attend college. Radio Club, Chess Club, and band have kept this future elec- trical engineer busy. Herman may often be heard saying, “C Q ten meters.” Patricia Ann Hamilton Pat, who enjoys travelling, is annoyed with people who are late. “‘Let’s go!”’ may often be heard from Pat, who would like to attend college. Band, orches- tra, French Club, Assistant Ed- itor-in-Chief of the Milestone, ushers, and Girls’ Leaders Club have kept Pat busy in P.H.S. David Clinton Haight Dartmouth College is ahead for Ernie, who did a great job for P.H.S. in tennis. ‘“SHandy man” may often be heard from Ernie, who is annoyed with two-faced girls. Besides tennis, Ernie has been active in Drama Club, basketball, and secretary of Hi-Y. Arthur Lewis Hall Arty, who is peeved with the Yankees, would like to play baseball for the Dodgers. Base- ball and fishing are Arty’s pas- times. While attending P.H.S. Arty has been active in basket- ball, baseball, cross country, band, and as homeroom presi- dent. Roger Sterans Haith This senior, known to many as El Toro, is peeved with fish. El Toro enjoys baseball. We all wish this senior the best of luck. Frederick Thomas Hall Fred, who enjoys sleeping, is peeved with girls who talk too much. “What’s happening?” may often be heard from Fred, who would like to join the Air Force and become a jet engine mechanic, Football has kept Fred busy while in P.H.S. [33] Elizabeth Ann Haver Betty enjoys “draggin’ in the wagon,” but if you’re a “party pooper” stay away from her. This future elementary teacher was active in G.A.A., Milestone Business Staff, Drama Club, ushers, and Girls’ Chorus. Frederick Robert Hays Bob, who enjoys the shore, is annoyed with ‘a certain kind of girl.” Bob may often be heard saying, ‘This is the play.” To attend college is this senior’s ambition. [34] Robert John Hawk Hawkeye would like to see the “Gang” when they hit the young age of ninety. Hawkeye, who enjoys hunting for quail and saying, “Sure you are,” was active in Male Chorus, Sports Appreciation Club, Swimming Club, and Class Council. Norman Stanley Hedrich Norm is headed for college, and then he would like to re- tire for the rest of his life. He has been active in the German Club and has participated in track, . s y 7 David Joseph Harms Dave would like to have a gas station in New Hampshire. Getting up in the morning an- noys Dave, but he enjoys work- ing on his car. German Club, Projection Club, and Hunting and Fishing Club have kept Dave busy. Howard C. Henn Charly, who dislikes filling out forms, enjoys pushing a certain green ’50 Ford, Radio Club, Science Projects Club, and Boys’ Cooking Club have kept this future radio engineer busy. “I’m still in one piece,” is his favorite expression. Janet W. Hardin To marry a millionaire is Jinx’s ambition. Jinx has been active in Leaders Club, P.H.S. News Bureau, Mixed Chorus, Girls’ Chorus, Personality Club, and the Library Council. Con- ceited people annoy Jinx, who may often be heard saying, “Once more!” Ellen Elizabeth Hill Red enjoys those weekends! Late dates peeve Red, and she may be heard saying, “Oh nuts!’? Red has been on the Li- brary Council and a member of the Red Cross Club. We wish her all the success in nursing. Gail Margaret Hoffman Gail’s favorite expression is, “Tl never tell.” Tell what, Gail? Besides going to Lavallette with the kids, Gail has been kept busy as a homeroom officer and a member of the Fashion and Personality Club. Gail would like to go to college after graduation. Beverly Gail Ik This college -bound senior lists being with the kids and dancing as her favorite pastimes. While in P.H.S. Bev’s activities have included Drama _ Club, archery, bowling, basketball, tennis, and Leaders. 2 Barbara Walbridge Holinger Barb enjoys camping, playing the piano, and sewing. While at P.H.S. Barb has been active in the French Club, Drama Club, archery, tennis, ushers, and basketball. Barb would like to be a dietician and see the world. Diane Lois Illig Di spends her spare time knitting, “hacking with the happy souls,” and doing volun- teer work at Muhlenberg Hos- pital. While at P.H.S. Di has been kept busy by drama, ten- nis, Mixed Chorus, ushers, Mile- stone, P.H.S. News Bureau, and archery. Di hopes to become a nurse. Good luck! William John Hughes Track, Stage Electricians Club, band, and swimming have kept Bill busy. Sleeping occupies most of Bill’s time, and he’s annoyed by gym and the lack of a car. Audrey Jeppte Hurdle Little Bit is annoyed by con- ceited boys, and she can be heard saying, ‘So! Watcha want me to do?” When Little Bit isn’t with that certain someone, she can be found working with the Officiating Club. We all wish Little Bit lots of luck in the field of merchandising. Joan Beverly Huxel Joanie enjoys ‘buggin’ in the Buttercup” and “‘draggin’ in the wagon.” Some of her activities have included drama, Milestone, Latin Club, and Student Coun- cil. Naive, tall, dark boys are this senior’s pet peeve. She may be heard saying, “Be good!” Dominick Angelo Ignoscia To become a successful singer is Bing’s ambition. He was ac- tive in baseball and Boys’ Cook- ing. Bing enjoys taking it easy and is annoyed by gym lockers. [35] David Barry Israelsky Dave, who would like to make a million dollars, enjoys sleeping. Football, Entree, swim- ming, chorus, Drama _ Club, track, Student Council, and S.A.T. chairmanship have kept Dave busy at P.H.S. Elizabeth Ann James Boots, who hopes to become a good housewife, has been busy with Officiating Club and Typ- ing Club. Her favorite pastime is being with “Mr. T.” You probably can her this senior saying, “You think it ain’t?” Wise guys telephoning the kid is her pet peeve. [36] Beverly Anita Jacobson To challenge Rembrandt is Bev’s ambition. “‘I’ll never tell!” may often be heard from Bev, who enjoys listening to records. Leaders, Modern Dance Club, and Milestone have kept Bev busy. Virginia Louise James Jinny lists as her favorite pastime “‘buggin’ in the Butter- cup” and can be heard saying, “Oh, pain!” Jinny was secre- tary of the senior class and par- ticipated in Girls’ Chorus, drama, Milestone, Student Council, and Class Council, Jin- ny is headed for college. Peter Vincent Inskeep Pete enjoys fishing, loafing, and ice skating. He hopes to get rich without working. Pete has been kept busy with foot- ball, track, and swimming. Arthur Robert Johnson Swimming and track were Bob’s favorite sports. He also found time for the Key Club and for the Hunting and Fish- ing Club. In season he enjoys fishing and hunting. College beckons. Patricia Ann Ingraham Ingie enjoys waiting for those short weekends, and she is often heard saying, ‘Okay- uhm!” Modern Dance Club and Drama Club have kept this fu- ture teacher busy. Ingie would like to take a trip to Switzer- land on a green donkey. Rachel Alcona Johnson Mickey, who intends to be a secretary, dislikes boisterous people. She may be heard say- ing, “That ain’t bad.” Library Council, Official’s Club, basket- ball, baseball, and swimming have taken care of Mickey’s spare time. Thomas Julius Lowe Plainfield High’s future con- cert tenor dislikes people who pop chewing gum. Tom’s mu- sical activities have been Mixed Chorus, Ensemble, and band. He was also on the wrestling team, a member of the Photog- raphy Club, and on the En- tree staff. Robert Frank Mahowski Bob enjoys tearing cars apart in his spare time, and his ambition is to work on cars. Te Judith Dawn Luria During her four years at P.H.S. Judy has been active in the Latin Club, Milestone, Future Teachers’ Club, and Student Council. People who chew bubble gum don’t rate high with her. Good luck to a future kindergarten teacher! Mary Ann Mandella “Things will change,” says Mary Ann, who likes to be called Carmen. Her favorite pastime is walking to Opdyke’s and her ambition is to own a car. Carmen was busy with Drama Club, Nursing Club, and as vice-president of her home- room. David Elliot Lustig Our Student Council vice- president l ists friends, fishing, and dreaming as his favorite pastimes. At P.H.S. Dave was active in basketball, varsity football, Science Projects Club, homeroom _ secretary-treasurer, and Executive Council. David hopes to find in life health, happiness, and success. pes ee James Francis Lyons Jimmy’s favorite expression is, “I got you pegged!” His ambition after graduating from Plainfield High is to work from twelve to one and get an hour off for lunch. © - | He was a member of the Radio Club at P.H.S., and he dislikes seee ete se teachers who give too much homework. John Lawson MacDougall Outside of school, swimming and ice skating are Moose’s fa- vorite pastimes, and in school he joined the Swimming Club. John’s ambition is to sail across the ocean in a rowboat. We hope he makes itl Mija Macllroy “Gee whiz!” as Mija would say, this girl has been busy. She was secretary of Library Council, worked on the Fresh- man Handbook, and _ partici- pated in Leaders Club, ushers, Library Council, tennis, and archery. Mija wants to be a laboratory technician. [41] Robert Kertes Kert has participated in the Hunting and Fishing and the Boys’ Swimming Clubs. His fa- Vorite pastimes are customizing cars and hunting and fishing. A hitch in the United States Coast Guard for four years and then getting hitched for life loom on the horizon. Helen Jane Kleinheksel Helen’s favorite pastime is “buggin’ in the Buttercup!” Helen has participated in Girls’ Chorus, tennis, cheerleading, Milestone, ushers, and Red Cross, and she has been a homeroom officer. Helen is headed for college and then hopes to become an airline host- ess. [38] Diane Theresa King Diane, who is peeved by boys with brown eyes, hopes to be- come a fashion designer and later get married. While partici- pating in Drama Club and Fashion and Personality Club, she may be heard using her favorite expression, “I'll never tell.” Diane enjoys dancing, mu- sic, and art work in her spare time. Louise Jane Klimko Lou enjoys writing letters and running for a seat in “The Ford.” Long crew-cuts and “swabbies” who get home too often annoy Lou, who may be heard saying, “I'll never tell!” Leaders, ushers, Student Coun- cil, and senior play have kept her busy. Philip Stephen Kern Steve, who may be _ heard saying, “Hello there, you,” is annoyed by the N. Y. Yankees. Chess Club, Air Raid Squad, Hunting and Fishing Club, track, and football have kept this senior busy. Dolores Kramp This future teacher is an- noyed when there aren’t enough hours in the day to get every- thing done. Archery, German Club, tennis, and Red Cross have kept Dolores busy in Pekics: Robert LeRoy Kelly Goose, even though he en- joys going out with cute girls, wants to be a bachelor. Besides being our freshman class presi- dent, Goose has been active in Boys’ Chorus, Student Coun- cil, Mixed Chorus, football, and Swimming Club. Richard Norton Kreger Dick plans to join the Navy after graduation. Hunting and fishing are his favorite pastimes. While in P.H.S. football has kept Dick busy. Shirley Ann Kriney Shirl enjoys “‘carousin’ around” and “being with that certain guy.’ She is peeved by lockers on the third floor that don’t work, Shirl has been active in Red Cross, twirling, tennis, archery, and bowling. Good luck, Shirl, in becoming a suc- cessful secretary. Nancy Elizabeth Lecraw Nan lists tennis as her fa- Vorite pastime. She is peeved by “The Big Bad Wolf.” Nan has been occupied with the Entree, Leaders, ushers, Drama Club, News Bureau, Officials Club, and by the Executive Council in her freshman year. Nan would like to be a foreign correspon- dent for the Times. Kenneth Norman Kunzman Educated women annoy Ken- ny, who enjoys listening to Hi- Fi and playing tennis. This fu- ture “saw bones” is often heard saying, “It’s bigger than both of us.” Tennis, Photography Club, Class Council, cross coun- try, Milestone, Entree, and sen- ior class treasurer have kept Kenny busy at P.H.S. Zigmund Joseph Leszcynski Ziggy’s favorite pastimes are herpetology, wildlife art, and wildlife photography. He may be heard saying, “Yaa, vy not!” Ziggy has been active in the Chess Club, Boys’ Chorus, and the Biology Club. Ziggy would like to be a professional her- petologist and take care of a zoo’s reptile collection. Jack Vincent Lacamera Jackie lists as his favorite pastime “holding up the wall at Gruning’s.” He can be heard saying, “There you go!” Angela Marie LaRossa Angie enjoys music but is peeved by “The Big Bad Wolf.” She has been kept busy while in P.H.S. with Milestone, ushers, tennis, archery, drama, and French Club, and has been an oficer of her homeroom. Angie would like to travel, mainly in France, after going to col- lege. Dorothy Victoria LaFerrara Dot likes riding around in “his” black Ford. She is peeved by people who get angry fast. She has been active in Leaders and in the Swimming Club. Dot’s ambitions are to work, to get married and to raise a fam- ily. Robert John LaRue Lash likes to drive around in a car and is annoyed by the two rad iator hoses on Ford en- gines. He has been a member of the Projection Squad, Chess Club, and the Photography Club. Lash would like to study aircraft engineering. [39] Joyce Marilyn Meyer Dancing, tennis, and _listen- ing to popular music occupy Joy’s spare time. Joy wants to be a typist, and her favorite expression is, “Really?” She has belonged to the Typing Club for four years. Her other ac- tivities include three years of archery, swimming, tennis, and Home Economics Club, Robert Joseph Mignella Bob, whose favorite pastime is playing the saxophone, wants to enter the U.S. Marines and try to join the Marine Band. He was elected as homeroom presi- dent three out of his four years in high school. Bob dislikes to see girls smoking. His pet phrase is “Hey Man.” [44] Stephen B. Meyer Steve enjoys going out week- ends and sleeping. While in P.H.S Steve has kept busy with Drama Club and the Entree. He hopes to graduate from col- lege, make his first million, and retire by twenty-one. This sen- ior may be heard saying, “Who, me?” His pet peeve is colleges that play hard to get. Aileen Faye Mikell A certain senior peeves Faye, who wants to become a “Tex- an.” Sending air mail letters to Houston is Faye’s favorite pas- time. You can often hear Faye saying, ““Gee! Wow!” Faye was on Student Council for two years and was literary editor of the Milestone, Nina Caroline Menger To master the comptometer is the goal of Babe, who often uses the expression ““Oh, darn!” She enjoys being with that cer- tain someone, J.M. Babe has participated in World Friend- ship, Spanish, and Office Ma- chines Clubs while at P.H.S. Jack Henry Millard College is ahead for Jackson after graduation, Football takes up a great deal of Jack’s spare time. He has been varsity man- ager of the team for three years and was a freshman manager. He has also participated in Li- brary Council for four years, one as president. William Leo Meade Bill enjoys playing the bugle with the Plainfield Falcons Drum and Bugle Corps. His favorite expression is Join now.” Bill belonged to the foot- ball squad for two years and spent a year as a member of the Photography Club. Kenneth Lee Miller Kenny, who wishes to be- come a_ great autho r, often says, ‘“That’s the way it goes.” He enjoys swimming in_ his spare time, and stuck up girls make him angry. Robert Leslie Jones This college bound senior spends much of his spare time thinking about his favorite girl friends. Bob has participated in track and in Swimming Club while at P.H.S. Verion Keller Si, who enjoys talking to women, wants to become an F.B.I. agent. Sports Apprecia- tion Club, track, football, and Swimming Club have occupied much of Si’s time. Marvin Harold Kadesh Kush often says, ‘‘Let’s live!” While in P.H.S., his activities have included football, swim- ming, tennis, Executive Coun- cil, and cross country. His fa- vorite pastime is girls. Kush hates to be kidded about his 739 Nash. Diane Veer Kellogg D.K. looks forward to those summer vacations in Maine. She has been kept busy by drama all four years, Girls’ Chorus, Mixed Chorus, and Milestone. After going to college, D.K. would like to enter the teach- ing profession. Victor George Kahler Victor responds to the nick- name of Muscle Head. Perhaps this accounts for his favorite expression, “Oh, da_ pain!” Hunting and fishing are his fa- vorite pastimes. His immediate plan is to join the service, but he cherishes an ambition to be a boat designer. Reva Keller To be a secretary and house- wife for a certain J.W. are Re- va’s ambitions. She can_ be heard saying, ‘“That’s about the size of it.” Twirling Club and Business Machine Club have kept Reva busy. Mary Karayianis Mary, who would like to be- come a bookkeeper, is annoyed with grouchy people. ‘Oh, you crazy nut!” may often be heard from this senior. Library Club and Twirling Club have kept Mary busy at P.H.S. Sandra Louise Keller Sandy is peeved by Black Watch plaids. She is often heard saying, “Not really!” While in P.H.S. Sandy has been active in tennis, drama, Girls’ Chorus, and has been an officer of her homeroom, Sandy would like to attend Berkeley College and live a happy and contented life forever. [37] Theresa Ann Mansolino To bring Florida closer to Plainfield is Terry’s ambition. She was in the Social Dancing Club as a freshman and also went out for basketball and bowling. Terry’s favorite ex- pression is, “What is it?” Stanley Craig Marsh Girls who smoke irritate Stan, who spends his summers in Lavallette, and who likes hunting and fishing. To own a sporting goods store is Stan- ley’s ambition. He has been a member of the Hunting and Fishing Club for two years. Stan’s other activities have in- cluded j.v. football and Class Council representative. [42] Linton Lewis Marks Groucho, whose favorite ex- pression is “Holy mackerel Andy,” is peeved by girls who wear Bermuda shorts. His fa- vorite pastime is working on cars. While in P.H.S. Linton belonged to Projection Club, and Male Chorus. Mildred Louise Martin “You better believe me, child,” is Milly’s favorite ex- pression, She spends her free time reading library books and taking in a good movie. Mil- dred, who wants to become a social worker after attending college, has participated in the Old Testament Club, Library Council, Recreational Games, and Social Dancing. Joseph Michael Mansolino Girls who smoke annoy Muz- zy. Michael, who hopes to be a used car salesman, has been ac- tive in football, basketball, var- sity baseball, and Radio Club. His favorite expression is, “Yeah Man!” Bartholomew Arthur Masella Bart, as he is known to his friends, wants to be a profes- sional baseball player. For three years he has been a part of the basketball team and _ lists one year on the baseball team. Bart’s favorite pastime is sports, and he can’t tolerate ac- ting too shy in front of girls. Joyce Arlene Manna Joy enjoys sleeping, music, and eating, but dislikes boys who don’t wear Bermudas. Our future teacher has been busy with Drama Club, Entree, base- ball, basketball, swimming, Old Testament Club, Spanish Club, and. Milestone. Patricia Ann Mason Pat enjoys going to that fa- vorite spot with Mike and is often heard saying, “Ain’t that cute.” Pat participated in bowl- ing for two years. Her other activities have included basket- ball, Social Dancing, and Twirl- ing. Audrey Jean Mastroianni Hillbilly drivers peeve Aud, who wants to be a private sec- retary. She joined World Friendship, Personality and Fashions, Spanish, Office Ma- chine Practice, and Bowling Clubs in P.H.S. Known to say “T really care,” she spends her free time at P.D:S. Evelyn May McHugh Evie has participated in Red Cross Club, Freshman Executive Council, Swimming Club, Lead- ers, Biology Club, and_ ushers. She is often heard saying, “Bless America,” and her ambition is to make Meets happy. Eleanor Jean Mastroianni First and third period classes bother Ele, whose friends often hear her saying, “I don’t need your aggravation.” Her favorite pastimes are P.D.S. and playing the guitar. She has been presi- dent of her homeroom, and has participated in World Friend- ship Club, and Personality and Fashion Club. James H. McLean Talkative women annoy Mac, whose favorite expression is “Man, look at that!” Chess Club, Boys’ Cooking Club, and Swimming Club have occupied Mac’s time during his past four years, Betty Jane Matthews Betty Jane has three ambi- tions. One is to raise a flock of bald headed eagles. The others are to bring Lewisberg, Penn- sylvania, closer to Plainfield and to work after high school in an ofhce. Her favorite expres- sion is, “I’ll never tell,” and she has belonged to the Assem- bly Committee for four years. Patricia Ann McCreesh Pat, whose favorite pastime is playing and refereeing base- ball games, hopes to graduate and become a gym _ teacher at P.H.S. She was active in tennis, basketball, and Girls’ Athletic Association. Brent Theodore Mauro Called Teddy-Bear by some, Brent plans to go to college to study pre-law or medicine. He often remarks “Come on—vwill you.” People that take three spots when they park their car irritate him. Automobiles are his favorite pastime. He _ has been Student Council treasurer, sophomore president, and busi- ness manager of the Milestone. David L. McFarland Micky spends his extra time polishing the car and going out, while he dislikes indecision and big text books. Chess Club, Hi-Y, Science Projects Club, and ushers have kept Dave very busy. [43] Lawrence Joseph Linke Larry likes to do anything but usher. He can be heard saying, ‘Just a cotton pickin’ moment!” Larry has been ac- tive on the Projection Squad, Chess Club, Photo Club, and the P.H.S. News Bureau. Larry would like to become a. sales engineer. Marie Ann Lisco Mer has been busy during the last four years with bowl- ing, Typing Club, Fashions and Personality Club, and Business Machines Club. Our future owner of Chrysler Products often says, “It’s immaterial to me!” [40] Elise Pauline Lippincott “Lee,” whose favorite pas- time is “buggin’ in the Butter- cup,” dislikes people who al- ways say “I.” She has worked for the Milestone, both on the editorial and business staffs, and her ambition is to take a trip around the world. Jean E. Lobrovick When someone calls, ‘“Ho d’ere!,” everyone knows that Jeannie’s around. This energetic girl has been active in Student Council, Girls’ Chorus, Mile- stone, tennis, Leaders, ushers, and Senior Class Council. Jean’s ambition is to live happily ever after. Elizabeth Irene Lewis Bet enjoys swimming and dancing but is annoyed by peo- ple who walk slowly. Bet would like to own a new car and go to California. Kenneth George Long Kenneth is usually found working with cars, radios, and television. He has been a mem- ber of the Chess and Photog- raphy Clubs, and his pet peeve is commercials on_ television. After college Ken hopes to be an electrical engineer. Judith Ann Levy Judy, whose pet peeve is Miss Pratt’s ‘“‘couchon,” often says, “That’s a josh!” She was active in Drama Club, Student Coun- cil, ushers, tennis, archery, and Milestone, of which she was art editor. Judy hopes to go to col- lege and major in art, Marie Antoinette Longo Bambi, who likes to ride around in a 749 Ford, has been active in the World Friend- ship Club, Typing Club, Fash- ion and Personality Club, Cler- cial Office Practice, and Hi- Tri-Y. Her favorite expression is, “You ain’t right!” Son ee Ss oe William C. Miller Bill’s favorite sports are hunting and fishing. After re- tiring he wants to spend his time with these two sports. Bill was a member of the Hunting and Fishing Club in his junior year. Sunday afternoon drivers annoy Bill. Robert Lee Neill N eill loves all outdoor sports, music, and the state of Maine. He hopes, after college, to build a mountain lodge in Maine. While in P.H.S. Neill has been senior class president and sports editor for the Entree. Jeannette Myrle Mills Jenny plans to study music in Paris after attending college. She was in Girls’ Chorus for four years and Mixed Chorus for two years. Her favorite pas- times are playing the piano, singing, picnics, and parties. In addition to chorus, Jenny be- longed to Entree, French Club, and Milestone. Susan A. Nelson Berta is annoyed with fresh boys and the name Susie Q. Her big ambition is to be a secretary to a senator, and she enjoys watching T.V. While in P.H.S. Berta was active in the Old Testament Club. Thomas L. Mollo Tom, who enjoys marching for the Plainfield Falcons Drum and Bugle Corps in his spare time, has taken life easy during his four years at P.H.S. Linda H. Muller Lin enjoys having long tele- phone conversations and the ex- pression “You all.” Walking home from school peeves this senior: She plans to be a social worker and go to college. Joseph Michel Mondoro Slim, who often says, “Man, get off my back,” is annoyed by the rattles in his car. He has been active in football and he likes all kinds of sports, Barbara Ann Murray Bambie is a college bound senior who enjoys ‘buggin’ in the Buttercup.” She is irked by D.A.’s on both girls and boys. She has served as freshman class president and Student Council representative. Tennis, Drama Club, and Milestone have also kept her busy. [45] a Rosalie V. Nittoli This future secretary, who often says ‘“‘Sure-r-r-r,” likes taking walks to Gruning’s. Writing English compositions for Mr. annoys Rosalie. She has participated in Library Council, Latin Club, Student Council, and Milestone. Joan O’Connor Joan, who wants to be a medical technologist, enjoys “Buggin in the Buttercup.” She has been kept busy with Class Council, band, basketball, La- tin Club, Milestone, and Red Cross. She likes the expression “Really?” [46] Shirley Jody Ochab Shirley, who enjoys the ex- pression “You better believe it,” also enjoys reading and going out with that certain guy. She is peeved by boys who think they're ‘““God’s gift to women.” Cheerleading, Twirling and Typing Clubs have kept this future secretary busy. David Harold Oeskovic Osker’s words of wisdom are “Where are we going, babe? Don’t I know you from some- where?” While in P.H.S. Osker has participated in basketball and football. His ambition is to be a pilot in the U.S.A.F. Beverly Eleanor Newland Umpires annoy Bev, who would like to raise a girls’ base- ball team. “Oh, yeah,” may often be heard from her. Twirl- ing Club, Officials Club, base- ball, archery, basketball, bowl- ing, and the Swimming Club have kept Bev busy for four years. Jay P. Okun Jay spends his spare time playing golf and working. Spending money peeves him, and he likes the expression “Ain’t that a shame?” He has Participated in Drama _ and Boys’ Cooking Clubs. Good luck to a future hotel administra- tor. Jacqueline May Neumann Jacquie, who dislikes alarm clocks that keep ringing, enjoys riding to Westfield in a Mer- cury. She has participated in Various sports, chorus, Red Cross, German Club, and Mile- stone, Norma Lilian Olsen Norm spends’ her leisure hours reading and swimming. She would like to become a secretary after graduating. She also likes the expression “‘Jee- ” pers. Emily Catherine Olson Em, who has been active in Modern Dance and_ Girls’ Swimming, likes strolling on the Seaside boardwalk. She chooses the expression ‘Yeh man” for her favorite. Camille C. Palmblad Conceited people irk this sen- ior, who Jikes driving and the expression ‘“Isn’t that some- thing!”’ Girls’ Chorus and Mile- stone have kept her busy. Her ambition is to marry a million- aire. Jeramiah Patrick O’Sullivan Jerry’s ambition is to be a hotel manager or public speak- er af ter the Marines, He has served on Student Council, Class Executive Council, and has been class president, and homeroom president. This sen- ior dislikes girls with cars and he often says ‘““Hey, Man!” Jane E. Park Janie, whose ambition is to work in a business office, likes dreaming about the millions she wants to make. She has par- ticipated in Archery and Busi- ness Machines Clubs, Janie frowns on underclassmen who refer to her as a freshman. Edwin John Pahucky Ed has been busy with Re- creational Games, Boys’ Swim- ming, and Radio Clubs while in P.H.S. He is peeved by those flash tests certain teachers often pull. Ed likes driving B.K. and the gang around in his Ford. Delores Loretta Pascale Doots enjoys reading and dreaming. She wants to become an office worker or an astron- omer. Her activities included Girls’ Chorus and Astronomy Club. Joseph Paul Palfi Joseph is college bound after graduating. He hopes to be of great service to our country someday. Since his freshman year he has been on the track team and cross country; boys’ Chorus has also kept him busy. Christina Theresa Perna Chris, who often says “Oh, boy, and Man Alive,” loves popular music, tennis, swim- ming, and writing letters. Mile- stone, twirling, homeroom sec- retary, ushers, and Student Council have kept her busy. Good luck in nursing, Chris. [47] Carl Allan Persinger Percy, whose favorite pas- time is singing, hopes to get his engineering degree from Oberlin College. Band, track, Boys’, Mixed, and All States Choruses, as well as Male Quartet and Boys’ Ensemble are among the activities that have kept this senior busy. Percy lists, ‘How about that,” as his favorite ex- pression, Dorothy Ann Pilsen Dorothy, who enjoys horse- back riding, swimming, and “Rock and Roll,” dislikes that certain truck driver and home- work. Library Council, Person- ality and Fashion Club, Photog- raphy, and Swimming Club, have kept her busy. To become a real estate agent and go to California is this senior’s ambi- tion, [48] Roy Allen Peters College bound is this senior, who hopes to some day become an engineer. Pete, who enjoys bowling, is annoyed by speech- making English teachers. Pete is often heard using his favorite expression, ‘“Yes, as a matter of fact.” He has participated in Projection Club, Entree photog- rapher, and Photography Club. Lois Regina Pilsen LoLo, whose favorite expres- sion is, “Holy Cow,” enjoys swimming, horseback riding, and ice skating. Conceited boys and people who don’t keep appointments irk Lois, who hopes someday to see Califor- nia and Hawaii. Swimming Club, tennis, and archery have occupied her time. Charles W. Perrine Charles, who has his eye on becoming a marine, enjoys fix- ing cars and watching girls go by. Football and bowling have kept this senior busy, who is irked by women drivers. “It’s better than walking,” is his favorite expression. Susan Carol Podber Susie, who entered P.H.S. in her junior year, dislikes those who belittle N.P.H.S. This col- lege bound senior, who hopes to become a teacher, can be heard saying, “Such is life.” Swim- ming and skating are her fa- vorite pastimes. While in P.H.S. she has been a member of the Library Council. Matilda Elizabeth Perna Tillie, who dislikes silly girls, enjoys writing letters. She likes the expression “Who, me?” and hopes to become a regis- tered nurse upon graduating. She has been busy with Library Council, homeroom treasurer, Leaders, captain of twirlers, and ushers, Rosemary Sophia Podpora Rose, whose favorite pastime is “RA 12454460,” is annoyed by being seventeen and by army careers. She has been kept busy with Library Council, Sketch, and Future Teachers’ Clubs, as well as Leaders and orchestra. Ana Stasia Pope Terry, who enjoys the pas- time “475465” and hoofing it from Gruning’s to Opdyke’s, hopes to become a secretary and to bring Vermont and Plainfield closer together. Social Dancing, Typing, Personality and Fash- ion, and Office Machines Clubs, and Leaders have kept this sen- ior busy. Wayne Michael Price Mr. Price, who intends to join the army, enjoys golf and licking stamps in his spare time. “Do it for the thrill and say we didn’t,” is this senior’s fa- vorite expression. Bowling has kept him occupied while in PES, Jean Ann Pope Jean intends to go to college as well as to travel. High lock- ers for short people peeve this senior, who likes the expression. “Gosh, I never knew you cared.” Her activities include Drama Club, archery, World Friendship Club, and Library Council, Joe John Puglisi Joe, who intends to join the service, has been kept busy with baseball and while in P.H.S. football Norma Potter People who make Pot blush simply don’t rate. Her favorite pastime is “schmoozing” at an I.P. meeting. Norma, who hopes to be come a home economics teacher, keeps herself occupied with the Sketch Club, orches- tra, twirling, and Milestone. Corwin Hugh Price “Oh, yes, Duck,” is a com- mon expression used by Co when singing with the boys. Daffy girls and clean gym suits irk this senior, who hopes to become a commercial photogra- pher and to stay single. He has been kept busy with Sports Appreciation Club, basketball, track and Swimming Club. Joan Virginia Predmore Ginger, who will be remem- bered as being Student Council secretary, dislikes being short. Ginger can be found ‘buggin’ in the Buttercup” when she isn’t busy with Girls’ Chorus, Ensemble, Mixed Chorus, Mile- stone, ushers, and Executive Council. To go to Hood College is her main ambition. Neil Thomas Price Artist, whose favorite expres- sion is “Walking comes in no length,” is peeved by his 1955 Cadillac convertible. Stocking shelves at the A P is one of his favorite pastimes, besides being on the bowling team. Neil hopes to be able to own his own garage and become an auto mechanic, [49] Cynthia Morse Rae Cynthy, a college bound sen- ior, enjoys the expression, “You never can tell.” When not busy with drama, Mixed Chorus, Band, Student Council, Leaders, ushers, and Milestone photog- raphy editor, she can be found “Draggin’ in the Wagon.” Cynthy is peeved by Joni James. William Thomas Reese Grapes is annoyed by people who are too cool. His favorite pastime is dancing in the dark. While in P.H.S, he has partici- pated in track, wrestling, band, football, and Sports Apprecia- tion Club. Grapes’ ambition is to take a space flight with a Martian. [50] Dana Janina Rebmann Dana, who hopes to get to see the world after graduating from college, enjoys getting let- ters from Germany, People with too much make-up on _ peeve this senior, while “Sch du liebe Tut,” is her favorite expression. German and Chess Clubs have kept her occupied. Retha Mae Releford Ret, a future nurse, is an- noyed by conceited people. “Be Cool,” is her favorite expres- sion, Twirling Club, baseball, and basketball have kept this senior busy. Lynda Anne Query Lynda, who enjoys going to swimming meets, dislikes con- ceited people. “I hate you,” is her favorite expression. She has participated in Nursing Club, Girls’ Chorus, and Leaders. To become a good nurse is her main ambition. Burgess H. Rhodes Burg, who wants to become an engineer, is usually found resting for the weekends, as that is his favorite pastime. His favorite expression is 3.1415926 etc., rounded off. Male Chorus, Mixed Chorus, Boys’ Ensemble, and track have kept Burg busy. Leonard Puzzalante Putts, who intends to re- main single, enjoys hanging around Uncle John’s University. People who do not like the Rams A.C. peeve Putts. Sports Club and football have kept him busy. Harris M. Richard Harris has been active in the Biology Club and Latin Club. His favorite pastime is watch- ing movies on T.V. Girls with long hair annoy Harris. To go to college and become a chemist is this senior’s ambition. Ann Marie Margaret Riley Nancy, whose favorite pas- time is listening to the radio, is peeved by the noontime show. “What do you want, a martyr pill?” is often heard coming from this senior, who has been active in basketball, archery, softball, and Officiating Club. Nancy would like to become a nurse. Florence May Sandelier Flo, a future secretary, has participated in Girls’ Chorus, Nursing Club, Milestone, and Red Cross Club. She is peeved by friends who talk behind her back. Being with Art is her favorite pastime. Thomas Swain Robertson Hawk Eye is peeved by school and homework. Football, track, and baseball have kept him occupied while in P.H.S. To be successful in all he does is his ambition. Thomas R. Santaguida Rit, a future teacher, is an- noyed by narrow minded teach- ers. Keep that in mind when you start teaching! He enjoys playing basketball and has been active in varsity football, track, and basketball. His favorite ex- pression is “She’s morte fame.” Natalie Sue Robbins Nat, who would like to take up journalism in college, is often heard saying, “Sure you do!” Her favorite pastimes are arguing and “schmoozing.” While in P.H.S. she has par- ticipated in Entree, Student Council, Milestone, Drama Club, Class Council, and was Junior Class Treasurer. var f $ ‘F - — “Be Paul Joseph Rygiel Doc, who is annoyed by loud girls, is often heard saying, “Knock ’em out!” He has par- ticipated in basketball, and var- sity baseball. His ambition is to become an auto mechanic. Howard LeRoy Runyon Brother Runyon, who is an- noyed by women drivers, can be heard saying, “How about that,” quite often. Chess Club, Key Club, Hunting and Fish- ing Club, Electrician Squad, Class Executive Council, home- room president for four years, and junior class vice-president, have kept this senior busy. Carol Ruth Saindon Girls who don’t mind their own business should steer clear of Carol. Her favorite pastimes are dancing, tennis, and jazz. Drama Club, Swimming Club, Student Council, and Milestone have kept this future secretary busy. [51] Mary Ellen Scavuzzo Mary Ellen, who wants to become a good secretary, has participated in Drama Club, Swimming Club, and Red Cross. She is often heard saying, “That’s what I said.” Mary Ellen’s pet peeve is boys who say one thing and mean an- other. Judith Ann Schwartz Judy is peeved by sarcastic people. ‘Buggin’ in the Butter- cup” is her favorite pastime, and ‘‘Nobody loves me,” is her favorite expression. Judy has been active in Drama Club, Cheerleading, Co-captain, Stu- dent Council, Entree feature editor, Executive Council, and Senior Class vice-president. To go to college and become a well- known author is this senior’s ambition, [52] Harry Morris Schneider Schnitz is peeved by tuba filler-uppers at football games. “Beta Phi,” is often heard com- ing from Schnitz. He has been active in band, Sketch Club, Biology Club, Photography Club, ushers, Milestone, Boys’ Cooking Club, and senior home- room president. His ambition is to become a commercial artist. Carol Louise Seaman Carol has been occupied by Girls’ Chorus, Mixed Chorus, ushers, tennis, Milestone, and French Club while in P.H.S. B. Q.’s curler box peeves Carol, whose ambition is to go to col- lege and have a happy life. Barbara Beverly Sauer Barbie, whose favorite pas- time is sticking slugs in gum machines, is often heard ex- claiming, ‘Oh, bologna pits.” Basketball, Swimming Club, Leaders, archery, and Junior Red Cross president have kept Barbie busy. Susan Jill Semer Sue’s favorite pastimes are reading, writing, and, “schmoo- zing.” Latin Club, Girls’ Cho- rus, Entree, and Swimming Club have kept her busy in P.H.S. To go to college and become an English teacher is Sue’s ambi- tion, Donald Santangelo Diddles is annoyed by teach- ers who give homework. His favorite expression is, ‘Hey Mac!” He has been active in the Hunting and Fishing Club while in P.H.S. To design and fly the first rocket ship to the moon is one of Diddles’ ambi- tions. The other is to go to col- lege. Donald Nicholas Serido Felix has been active in base- ball, band, wrestling, and Sports Club. “I don’t even care,’ is his favorite expres- sion. To succeed in all his en- deavors is his ambition. Theresa Ann Serido Goo-goo is annoyed by peo- ple who embarrass her, and she often says, “I’ll never tell.” She enjoys going to Gruning’s. Per- sonality and Fashion Club and Business Machines Club have supplemented this future sec- retary’s high school time. Ther- esa wants to travel around the world some day. Beverly Jane Smith Bev spends spare time listen- ing to “Hawkeye” on WNEW. “See yaa—Be good!” is her fa- vorite expression. Bev wants to go to a junior college and be- come a secretary. She has taken tennis and archery for four years, and she has participated in Library Council, Girls’ Cho- rus, Drama Club, and Leaders. Judith Ann Sessler Sess likes to have the last word, but is peeved by the Big Bad Wolf. She is often heard saying, “Arbeit macht das seben suss.’ Tennis, basketball, Chess Club, archery, Girls’ Chorus, Class Council, baseball, P.H.S. News Bureau, and ushers, have supplied an active high school career for Judy, James Richard Smith Noisy people, especially girls, are Smitty’s pet peeve. His fa- vorite expressions are “Hey” and “Later.” Smitty, who wants to become a physical education teacher after college, has been a member of the track team, wrestling team, and Sports Ap- preciation Clubs. He also was his homeroom president. James Edward Sherman Reading, seeing movies, watch- ing T.V., listening to records, and seeing that certain girl pro- vide plenty of recreation for this future elementary school teacher. Milestone business and editorial staffs, Photography, Spanish; and Future Teacher’s Clubs have kept Jimmy busy. John Sherrill Slechta Getting up is John’s prob- lem, but once up he enjoys mu- sic. “Eeesh, wut a grouch!”’ is the expression most common to him. He has belonged to band, Boys’ Chorus, Astronomy Club, Mixed Chorus, and Spanish Club, and is headed for en- gineering school. Patricia Ruth Sindall Pat enjoys ‘buggin’ in the Buttercup” and repeating, ‘Oh, pain!” She has participated in Girls’ Chorus, Biology Club, Leaders, Milestone staff, and Red Cross Club. Margaret Anne Smart Margie hates people who call her “Maggie.” She likes horse- back riding and wants to go to college and become a nurse. Her activities in high school include Junior Classical League, Mile- stone, Nursing Club, and Sketch Club. [53] W. Kent Smith Kent spends his spare time fishing and swimming at Nor- mandy Beach, Kent wants to go to college and become a me- chanical engineer. During his four years at P.H.S. he was in Projection Club, Chess Club, Biology Club, swimming team, and Class Council. Louis M. Speno Stuck up girls and sneaky cops annoy Spin, who can usually be found near plenty of girls. He wants to own a hot rod car and have plenty of time amd money. His activities at P.H.S. were baseball, foot- ball, and wrestling. L 4] Virginia Ann Smonig Ginny has belonged to Li- brary Council, Personality and Fashions Club, Class Executive Council, and Sketch Club dur- ing high school. She enjoys writing letters and _ knitting socks, if she isn’t being pestered by red and white Fords. Ginny wants to be a model and her favorite expression is, ‘Holy flying Ohio!” Loretta Spiegel Spieg spends all the time she can “schmoozing” and wants to go to college. Her favorite phrase is “See you around the campus,” and she is peeved by the capital. Spieg has partici- pated in drama, Milestone edi- torial and business staffs, and Entree. Mary Evangeline Smith Babe is annoyed by conceited boys and enjoys playing the piano, lounging, and hum- ming or singing. Babe wants to become a successful medical sec- retary and often says, ‘Oh darn!” She has been active in sports, which include softball, archery, basketball, and bowl- ing. Babe’s other activities in- clude Officiating, Leaders, Girls’ Chorus, and Business Machines. Richard C. Stevens In addition to getting a good education and job, Dickie wants to live while he’s young. He likes to comment, “I hear you knockin’, but you can’t come in.” He spends a lot of time going places, fishing, and listen- ing to good songs. Dickie par- ticipated in the Hunting and Fishing and Radio Clubs. Marilyn Anne Smith Marilyn, who enjoys being with the P.D.S.’s, doesn’t like people who say NO. She partici- pated in the Personality and Fashions Club for two years and also the Typing Club, Mile- stone, and News Bureau. Mari- lyn wants to go to college and to visit the North Pole. William Mulford Streeton Bill, otherwise called Willie, likes water skiing and any wa- ter sport, but does not like speed traps and rebels. He often says, “Get out the shovels,” and his main ambition is to go to college. Bill has been in Bio- logy Club for three years and also Projection Club and Sci- ence Project Club. Betsy Sumner Betsy likes to be with a cer- tain sailor but she detests standing in long lunch lines. She plans to enter a junior college and then become a pri- vate secretary. Betsy was in ten- nis, Personality and Fashions Club, Leaders, and Typing Club. Carolyn Ruth Anne Taylor Conceited people and show offs annoy Ruthie, who enjoys singing and dancing. ‘You bet- ter believe it,” is the expres- sion Ruthie lists as her favorite. While in P.H.S. she has been active in softball, Officials Club, and Nursing Club. Sandra June Sumner Sandy can be found “hacking with the happy souls” during any free time. She doesn’t like long hair and wearing shoes. Sandy wishes to enter college, preferably Duke University. She has worked on the Entree for four years and has also par- ticipated in tennis, Drama Club, archery, Leaders, and Milestone. Terry Thatcher Terry, whose favorite pas- time is “buggin’ in the Butter- cup,” is peeved by burned curl- er boxes, “You never can tell,” is the favorite expression of this senior, who has been active in drama, tennis, Girls’ Chorus, Milestone, and ushers. Good luck to a future nurse! Barbara Anne Sundstrom Sunni enjoys marching to Seaside and likes to say, “That went over like a lead balloon.” She is annoyed by Betsy’s curl- er box and is college-bound. Sunni has been in Latin Club, Junior Red Cross, drama, cheerleading, and Milestone. Marvin Sherman Tamaroff Tammie spends leisure time riding up and down an elevator, which may account for his fa- vorite expression of “Take it slow!” He is annoyed when someone bothers him while he is working. Tammie has be- longed to the German Club and wants to enter college and be- come a pharmacist. William Rutherford Swaney Bill’s favorite pastimes are sports and band. His favorite expression is, “Actually,” and his activities have been band, Student Council, j.v. basketball, Key Club, and Jersey Boy’s State. Troy Carlson Tanner If you are conceited, steer clear of Troy. He intends to join the Air Force after grad- uation. Troy’s favorite expres- sion is, “Later, Dad.” Mixed and Male Choruses and j.v. baseball have occupied most of this senior’s time. [55] Carrie M. Tompkins Carrie, who enjoys typing, drawing, and riding in a certain ’47 Hudson, is annoyed by an- noying people. She often says, “IT can whip you anytime!” Drama, Typing Club, Fashions and Personality Club, and Busi- ness Machines Club have kept Carrie busy while in P.H.S. Charlotte Clark Tripp “Git out de car,” is often said by Char, who might be found waiting for “that Buick.” Erratic people peeve Char, who has been active in drama, band, Mixed Chorus, Girls’ Chorus, and has been homeroum presi- dent. We wish you success in the teaching profession, [56] Robert Paul Tramer Tinkering with cars is Bob’s favorite pastime, and he is often heard saying, ‘““What is this ac- tion here?” Along with many other people, Bob is peeved by women drivers. Hunting and Fishing Club has kept Bob busy while in P.H.S. Richard Lee Twine While Dick has been in P.H.S. he has participated in track and Swimming Clubs. To enter the Marine Corps and to take up whatever life has to offer in later years is Dick’s ambition. Herbert Vincent Tobias To be a professional football player is Herbie’s ambition. Reading is his favorite pastime, but he is really peeved by wom- en drivers, about whom _ he says “Oh! Mama mia!” Herbie has participated in j.v. and var- sity football, track, and Assem- bly Committee. Frank Joseph Vecchio Frank, who lists girls, hob- bies, and cars as his favorite pastimes, wants to become an industrial worker and be a big success in this small world of ours. Running about the gym peeves Frank. Bruno Otto Thomas Hunting deer is the favorite pastime of Crazy Otto, who is peeved by bald tires on his car. He has participated in track while in P.H.S, Anthony Joseph Verdicchio Hanging around John’s Uni- versity and riding in the 1946 hot Ford with the gang are the favorite pastimes of Da-Da, who is peeved by people who hate black and white jackets. Wrestling team, Art Club, base- ball team, and Sports Club have kept Da-Da busy while in REIS Justine Marie Verdicchio Tedeal, whose favorite pas- time is going from Gruning’s to Opdyke’s, dislikes boys who wear Bermudas. “You'd better believe it,” is most often heard from Tedeal, who has partici- pated in bowling, tennis, Li- brary Council, Typing, Spanish, and Fashions and Personality Clubs. Alyce Weinberger Singing, New York, and “schmoozing” are Alyce’s fa- vorite pastimes. To become an opera singer and bring a little happiness to others through ber singing is the ambition of this senior, who has participated in Girls’ Chorus, Mixed Chorus, and Girls’ Ensemble. Alyce has also participated in German Club and ushers while in P.H.S. Margaret Phyllis Vossler Slowpokes peeve Marg, who enjoys keeping California in- formed. Marg, who has partici- pated in band, orchestra, twirl- ing, Leaders, and ushers, lists “True!”’ as her favorite expres- sion. James W. Weingart Jim, who enjoys acting, en- joying life, and talking, is peeved by girls who giggle. “Stop fooling ahr-r-round’’ is Jim’s favorite expression. While in P.H.S. he has been active in Mixed Chorus, four years of Drama Club, and four years of Male Chorus, George Anthony Vuolde Slim, who enjoys fishing, eating, and plaving his guitar, is peeved by slow pokes. To go to college or to get on the $64,- 000 question is Slim’s ambi- tion. “Meanwhile, back at the ranch,” is the favorite expres- sion of Slim, who has partici- pated in bowling. Robert Waugh Bob, who enjoys sports and sleeping, hopes to go to college. Because he enjoys sports so much, four years of football, basketball, and baseball have kept Bob busy. While in P.H.S. he has also participated in band and Boys’ Chorus, Roger William Walt Stiff, who is peeved by “these young teen-age _ girls driving at such an early age,” enjoys eating, working, and thinking about getting mar- ried. Frosh football, cross coun- try, and swimming team have kept Stiff busy. To hear those wedding bells and go on to un- dertaker’s school is his ambition. Ruth Saundra Weil Ruthie, who enjoys “buggin’ in the Buttercup,” is peeved by the expression “What time?” Drama Club, Assembly Com- mittee, Milestone, Student Coun- cil, art work for the Entree, Student Council treasurer, and Executive Committee have kept Ruthie very busy. [57] Quinnie Viola Wilkins Sleeping, listening to the radio, and going to football games are Quinnie’s favorite pas- times, She doesn’t like to write themes but does enjoy say- ing, “You know it too!” After school sports, Typing Club, Leaders, Fashions and Personal- ity Club, Business Machines Club and homeroom secretary have kept Quinnie busy. Barbara Jone Wilner Butch, who would like to be- come a nurse, has been active in twirling, drama and Class Council. Her favorite pastimes include the theater, knitting, and “schmoozing.” “Wow!” is her favorite expression. [58] Dolores Jean Williams To go to medical school is Dee-Dee’s ambition. Boys, danc- ing, and skating rate high, while the noise in homeroom 363 seems to be her pet peeve. Baseball, basketball, and Old Testament Club have kept this gal busy. “That ain’t bad!” is her favorite expression. Sarah Ann Wirth Sally enjoys “bugging in the 22.” Her activities in P.H.S, in- clude bowling, basketball, soft- ball, tennis, drama and Library Council. This busy senior, who dislikes doing dishes, would like to become a secretary. Her fa- vorite expression is “Oh, my gosh!” Bruce Harvey Whitcomb To go to Japan would be ideal for Whit, who is annoyed by women drivers and two way trafic. ‘“‘What’s new?” is often heard coming from Whit, who has been active in Biology Club, football, tennis, basket- ball, swimming and treasurer of homeroom. Alan Lewis Wohl Lew enjoys® staying away from all sorts of work. Foot- ball, Biology Club, and Sports Appreciation have been some of his activities. Lew hopes to make his second million first be- cause it’s easier. Studious girls are his pet peeve. “It’s been?” is his favorite expression. Stephen Thomas Werlock Steve, who is peeved by Ber- muda shorts, enjoys _ sailing, swimming, and hunting. While in P.H.S. Steve has participated in Class Council, Drama Club and the swimming team. Steve hopes to become a military of- ficer. Joseph John Wood Brother, who hopes to get married and see the world, has been active in Library Council, Projection Squad, Boys’ Cook- ing, and Class Council. His fa- vorite pastime is 138 Terrill Road. Girls who think they’re too good is his pet peeve. “What d’ya say, moose?” is his favorite expression. Robert E. Woodruff To see the 48 states is Woody’s ambition. Baseball and good. looking gals rate high in this senior’s book. While in P.H.S. Woody enjoyed cross country, baseball, football and indoor track. Standing in front of the class is his pet peeve. “That’s tough,” is his favorite expression. Frank A. Zoppo Frank hopes to go into the retail merchandising business. He enjoys going to the “Y” after school and his pet peeve is arguing about sports with Joe Wright. Robert Alan Worth “Mucho baler” hopes to earn his second million from the in- terest of his first. Bob’s activi- ties included baseball, swimming, and homeroom president for two years. He enjoys taking girls home and his favorite ex- pression is “How ’bout that!” Girls who smoke are this guy’s pet peeve. Leonard Joseph Zuzzio Zooz, who would like to go into the service and then col- lege, enjoys’ his seventh pe- riod class. His activities in- clude band, bowling, basketball, Student Council, and Executive Class Council. Joseph Louis Wright Joe, who would like to be- come a teacher and play pro- fessional baseball, enjoys most sports. His activities include baseball, football and indoor track. His pet peeve is arguing about sports with Frank Zoppo. “How are you doing today?” is this senior’s favorite expres- sion. Helene Myra Zagoria Ziggy enjoys “schmoozing,” knitting, singing, and talking to a certain person at N.Y.C. She has kept busy with Latin Club, Girls’ Chorus, Drama, and ten- nis. Ziggy hopes to become a teacher. Her pet peeve is pre- judiced people. Rene Caroli Yohannan Merc, who plans to peddle his bike to the moon, enjoys swim- ming and _ building strange things. While in P.H.S. he was active in band, Entree, Astron- omy, Junior Classical League, and Science Projects Club. Cer- tain people from North Plain- field are his pet peeve. Susan Phyllis Zelt Sue, who would like to study in Paris, also enjoys ‘schmoo- zing.” Her activities include Girls’ Chorus, Mixed Chorus, Milestone, and drama. This sen- ior may be heard saying, ‘Call me if anything happens.” [59] Tee Huxel Dave Haight ue Nancy Garrenger Steve Becker Me Carol Delany j Bill Swaney Alyce Weinberger Clark Gesner = Sandy Sumner Nick DiDario 98 6@ | [dare TRERRBIWE 1 o- beet IER Eras BEST ACTORS io Ge pets es SANT oe al Peg Feuerlein Danny Costanzo Jinny James Nick DiDario CURSES bw EL THERRTS Nina Menger Joe Mondoro Judy Schwartz Bob Neill Judy Luria Jerry O'Sullivan Sandra Keller as Al Banks _ yGinger Predmore BesT CANCERS Evelyn McHugh — John Cangelosi NG Oye RKRogw Judy Schwartz Dave Lustig fe Judy Schwartz Tom Grifa Ve dy ee LAST WEE I, Lee Bengivenga, do hereby leave my four years of basement dwelling to those unfortunate souls. I, Dick Bennett, hereby leave my Secret Service Bu- reau to Susie Walker. I, Joan Boruch, sadly leave (after June 24th) 9 Trenton Ave. to the next gang of fun lovin’ kids. I, Betty Burdick, do hereby leave memories of a “Connecticut Yankee” to Marlene Hibbard. I, Claire Burke, do hereby leave to Jeanette Im- portico my gym “M.D.” and may she use it in the best of HEALTH. Carol Chadwick, leave my portion of food in K.D. to Mary McFarland. I, Barbara Comolli, hereby leave to some lucky jun- ior the presidency of Fidelity Circle and the privilege of learning how to say in a sweet voice, “Will the meeting PLEASE come to order.” Tony Conger, hereby bequeath to Steve Gerber the hope of finding as handy a girl next year as he found this year. I, John Cornetta, leave to Judy .McCarthy a year’s supply of vanilla ice cream and potato chips plus free rides in my car. Carol Delaney, leave all of those “Monday nights” to Mary Ann Witteman, I, Joseph DeLorenzo, forthwith leave to James Q. Bechtle No. 9275807—one cold shower in the boys’ downstairs locker room. I, Teddy DeVico, bequeath to Molly Donohue my curling iron to use faithfully each night. I, Nick DiDario, leave 45 minutes to Mr. Norris in return for pass privileges. Joe Ducey, hereby leave to Tommy Trautwein the right to vote on two Presidential elections be- fore he graduates. Nancy Garrenger, do hereby leave my bottle of Henna Rinse and my joke file to Regis Lippert. Bill Gerdsen, leave to Steve Gerber my friends Harry and Bert. I, Catherine Green, leave my seat in the classmaster’s office to all incoming seniors. I, Abby Grodner, do hereby bequeath my middle name to Bill Walley. Connie Gumina, leave Len Newman his locker and the job of finding a locker keeper. , Dave Haight, hereby leave my cold hands to Sandy Marston. I, Betty Haver, leave to Barbara Testut the job of looking after Uncle Henry. I, Norman Hedrich, leave Victory Street to Steve Gerber. I, Joan Huxel, do hereby leave my unfinished cigar- ettes to Janet James. I, Diane Illig, do hereby bequeath my cloak and dagger to Carol Iannotta. I, Jinny James, do hereby bequeath to my sister Janet the “Buttercup” and my chauffeur’s license. I, Mary Karayianis, do hereby leave my seat in the Park Avenue Tearoom to some lucky junior. I, Diane King, do hereby bequeath to Jimmy Stepp my oriental hazel eyes. — b) — — oy — — i —_ AND TESTAMENT I, Helen Kleinheksel, do hereby leave my cheerlead- ing letter to my favorite letterman. I, Angela La Rossa, leave my sister money to pay her French fines in the next two years so that the French Club may eat! , Judy Levy, leave Bobby Baroff another whole year to make virus bags. I, Judy Luria, leave “that something in the pave- ment”’ to Harriet Robinson. 1, David Lustig, leave my football jersey to some future ALL-STATER. I, Linton Marks, leave all of my knowledge and know-how to Rocky. I, Brent Mauro, leave the privilege of going out with the senior girls to the class of 1955. Jim McLean, leave the conceit of the senior class to Roger Jennings. I, Bob Neill, do hereby leave to ‘‘Nort” Bremble one large economy size can of “‘scornless powder” to take with him to Cleveland. I, Joan O'Connor, leave to P.H.S. two empty boxes of candy, I, Carl Persinger, leave my place in the choruses to a lucky tenor. I, Norma Potter, leave new sheet music to the girls’ gym department. I, Ginger Predmore, do hereby bequeath my seat in “Buttercup” to Angie Leap. I, Linda Query, leave Sue Walker my guilt for cut- ting “‘the Class.” I, Cynthia Rae, hereby leave what's left of a wonder- ful Mixed Chorus to Sheldon Baroff. I, Dana Rebmann, leave a lot smarter. I, Burgess Rhodes, do hereby leave to Jack McKeel my red and yellow gym sneakers. Howard Runyon, leave to Tom Trautwein my case from Uncle Bud. I, Rit Santaguida, do hereby leave to Tommy Traut- wein my white bucks. I, Don Santangelo, leave all my Sunday afternoons to future Key Clubbers. I, Judy Schwartz, do hereby bequeath Miss Kram- et’s ‘‘Affairs of Heart” to any able-bodied jun- ior dramatist. I, Sandy Sumner, leave the Normandy Beach com- mandos to Sue Smith. I, Sunni Sundstrom, do hereby bequeath to those lucky junior girls all those life guards at Sea- side Heights. I, Marvin Tamaroff, leave my spot in 8th gym to one of the “Knuckle-heads.”’ I, Terry Thatcher, do hereby leave a year’s supply of lifesavers to Steve Gerber. I, Ruth Weil, do hereby leave Sue Reiss my bomb shelter basement. I, Jim Weingart, hereby leave Mlle. Pratt’s “Pig” to the nearest glue factory. I, Joseph Wood, do hereby leave to my girl, Bev Pellegrino, the possibility of getting a diamond before she ends her career in P.H.S. I, Frank Zoppo, do hereby leave my gym suit con- demned by the Board of Health. We, Barbara Sundstrom and Diane Illig, do hereby leave to our chemistry chum, Bill Farr, an all- expense paid trip to Lake Louise, SENIOR CLASS PEAY Out of the treasure chest came the Senior Play with all the gaiety and sparkle of a most important event. After many rough rehearsals, “Charlie’s Aunt’? opened on November fourth, and it was a success which made Miss Mixer forget all the things that she just knew were going to go wrong. The cast worked long and hard, bolstered by Jim’s supplies of peanuts and the antics of Clark, who forgot quite often and fanned himself so vigorously that five fans were broken during rehearsals. Steve, who never knew his entrance, the “missing Linke,” who was never on time, and Tony, who always kept his script close to his heart, caused many repetitions of the phrase, “It’s not too late for you to be replaced,’ but when the cast faced Miss Mixer on opening night with the chorus ‘“WE-e-e quit!” all troubles were forgotten and the curtain rose. “I’m Charlie’s Aunt from Brazil, where the nuts come from,” is just one of the many hilarious lines that will long be remembered. “Charlie’s Aunt” was truly a “woman with a history’ and we know it will always be one of the most memorable treasures of the Class of ’56. [66] JUNIORS JUNIOR CLASS OFFICERS First row: Wanda Colvin, secretary; Bill Legat, president. Second row: Brian McKinney, vice-president; Jerry O’Keefe, treasurer. JUNIOR CLASS HISTORY At Jast we can look forward to our last voyage through the stormy seas of P.H.S. Our first trip, with Claude Sutton, Sheldon Baroff, Janet James and Sherry Welles at the oars, was quite successful because it was during that time that our friendships began. William Sette had drawn our first map and his guidance was of great service to us. The next charter through our sophomore year was an interesting experience. Bill Legat, Brian McKinney, Nancy Neilsen, and Harriet Robinson were in charge of keep- ing the sails up. Mrs. Garretson helped us through the period that is like being “between the devil and the deep blue sea.” We were looking forward to our titles as upperclassmen. This year we are braving the rough seas in our ‘“‘gassed-up” motorboat, heading for the luxury liner, which will carry us on our final trip. At the wheel are Bill Legat, Brian McKinney, Wanda Colvin, and Jerry O’Keefe. Along with our new titles as upperclassmen, we acquired a new class adviser, Miss Marion Newson, who has given freely of her time to help make our class a better one and to prepare us for the “command” we must take in the captain’s cabin next year. We give Miss Newson our sincere thanks for her guidance. Of the many occasions to be remembered this year, the Junior-Senior Dance and the Junior-Senior Prom are the highlights. We now are preparing for our fourth and final voyage toward that “‘treasure’’ that means so much. With our stormiest days behind us, we are looking forward to a smoother cruise when we take command as seniors. ROOM 11 Curry, Timothy Nauta, Judith Robinson, Barbara Surbrug, Robert Sutton, Claude Swerdloff, Barry Switky, Frederick Testut, Robert Tobin, Richard Tolomeo, Marty Tompkins, Allen Totten, James Townley, Edward Trautwein, Robert Troiano, Michael Tucciarone, Louis Tufaro, Joseph Turi, Louis Ugerer, Janet Van Sant, Carol Viebrock, Joan Walker, Eleanor Walker, Susan Wallace, Margaret Weigmann, Carol Wetzel, Nancy White, Barbara Wilfrid, Carolyn GEASS TOR I757 ROOM 221 Archbold, Paul Hamer, Sandra De Vito, Jean Kleiner, Carol Van Reekum, Kenneth Varner, Ray Venezia, Robert Visco, Charles Voorhees, John Walden, Thomas Walley, William Weber, Allen White, Harden Wilczewski, Walter Thurston, John Williams, Lorraine Winkler, Leland Witteman, Mary Ann Wood, Anthony Wood, Eleanor Woodruff, Virginia Worcester, Anne Wright, Susan Yancey, Joseph Yorlano, Portia Young, Betty Zazzara, Marie Zielenski, Beverly ROOM 240 Adams, Robert Bennett, Peter Bertolacci, Charles Kinsey, George Klick, Patricia Koeckert, Richard Kopf, Irene Korschun, Michael Kowalski, Elaine Kramer, Joel Kramer, John Krystopik, Walter Lambertson, Marilyn Lamp, George Leap, Angela Lee, Ralph Legat, William Leibowitz, Alan Lester, Doris Levine, Phyllis Levy, Carol Ley, Robert Lucas, Patricia MacDougall, Beth Madresh, Harriet Mananka, Barbara Manna, Janice ROOM 311 Lopresti, Thomas Lurie, Leonard Macofsky, Marshall Martino, George Matejek, Joseph Mazet, Anthony Mazurkiewicz, Michael McCreesh, Gail McCullough, Jane McGoldrick, Harold McIntyre, John MclIver, Andrew McShea, Barbara McKoy, Regina Newland, Beverly Reiner, Doris Romanchek, Joan Ronzo, Marie Rosa, Antoinette Royster, Mae Nell Runyon, Mary Ann Russo, Gloria Sargent, Ruth ROOM 80 Dixon, Irvine Draper, Barbara Dreyer, Andrea Ducey, Joseph Dunbar, Rita Duncan, Carol Ann Durrant, Robert Eagle, Robert Ellis, John Eshleman, Barbara Evans, Jean Fell, Barbara Foggotti, Michael Gerber, Steven Glass, David Harvey, Sheila Holleran, George Importico, Jeanette Jones, Robert Lippert, Regis Long, Arthur Long, William Marcus, Anita Marsh, Mary Marston, Sandra Martin, Kathleen Maye, Mary McCarthy, Maureen Robinson, Dick [68] CNAs Sy Opals, ROOM 151 Belkin, Diane Bencivenga, Lena Bickett, James Black, Patricia Bloom, Naomi Capron, Richard Farmer, Ernest Farr, William Finelli, John Fitzgerald, Geraldine Fitzgerald, John Foley, Colleen Folk, Melvin Fotia, Dolores Force, Gary Franklin, Tonya Freeman, Jeanette Freeman, Patricia Frohbose, Margaret Furino, Thomas Galasso, John Galli, Alfred Gerber, Barclay Gile, Arlene Golden, Barbara Gondyke, Judith Good, Constance Golrdon, Patricia Gray, Marian Griesmeyer, Patricia Grube, Russell ROOM 161 Abramson, Irwin Anderson, Ralph Brantley, Robert Buczynski, Robert Disbro, Lynn Hoyle, Geneva Jones, James Mitchell, Robert Noel, Julia Ostrowski, Lorraine Oxman, Linda Patlen, Barbara Peiffer, Mary Jo Perkins, Curtis Perrine, Frederick Plata, Errol Platt, Darlene Polisson, Mary Pope, Mary Jane Prince, Beverly Ragland, Phileda Rahmann, Eleanor Rajanok, Patricia Rasmussen, Barbara Reeves, Barbara Regan, Mary Richtmeyer, Paul Riddick, Alfred Roach, William Robinson, Harriet Rosenberg, Sidney Rom, Martha Salant, Sheldon Scarola, Larry Scheckman, Stephen Scott, William ROOM 210 Bentryn, Gerard Bishop, Thomas Blackman, Robert Boardley, Shirley Bohonan, Arlene Boice, Scott Bottoms, Bruce Bracey, Bette Brady, Patricia Briones, Herbert Brown, Charlotte Brown, Norman Bucciero, Michael Brunell, David Burgess, Elaine Burr, Nancy Caldarola, Marie Carfaro, Carmella Cassett, Janice Cassett, Sherrill Caulfield, James Caulfield, Patricia Chabak, Joy Chernus, Judith Ciampa, Ann Clare, Virginia Clark, Raymond Coffey, Rita Conly, Joseph Cuccaro, Donald Dessino, Dominick DeVico, John DiDario, Attilio Stryker, Robert GEASSVOR 1957 ROOM 170 Ahrens, Elizabeth Brown, Jesse McCarthy, Judy McKinney, Brian Mekeel, Jack Mendell, Harry Mendell, Nelson Meola, Anthony Merola, Elpidio Mille r, Precious Misiak, Sheila Mondulick, Betty Mormile, Betty Mortimer, Rose Murray, Robert Myzie, Diane Nechin, Leonard Nelson, Diane Neill, Sally Newman, Leonard Nichols, William Nielsen, Barbara Nielsen, Nancy O’Brien, Mary Lou O’Connor, Claire O’Keefe, Gerald Olkowski, John Olson, Robert Pearson, Donald Smith, Carol Trautwein, Thomas ROOM 261 Alexander, Jane Antonopoules, John Axam, Mary Baker, John Baker, Kenneth Holland, Brenda Howell, Arthur Howell, Naomi Huss, Robert Hutchinson, Judith Janotta, Carol Ingraham, Richard Jacobsson, Arthur Jacoby, June James, Janet Jefferson, Gladys Jeffress, Audrey Jenkins, Burnis Jennings, Roger Jessen, Kenneth Johnson, Gloria Johnson, Nancy Johnson, Sylvia Jones, Donald Jones, Marion Kane, Thomas Kearns, Carol Kelley, Georgia Kersting, Mary King, Philip Kleinheksel, Corinne Saunderson, G. David Walters, George ROOM 270 Abel, Susan Baroft, Barbara Foster, David Gantert, Barbara Gibson, David Gile, Alan Gluick, David Golub, Jerome Gottlick, Thomas Gray, Warren Griggs, Cassie Grillo, Ann Grimes, Nathaniel Grob, Shirley Groover, Mikell Grygent, Marietta Hammond, Julia Hard, Dolly Harrington, Constance Hauck, Werner Herbst, Doris Herrmann, Friedericka Hesse, Julius Hinton, Lorenzo Hirsch, Eleanor How, Schuyler Reyes, Rafael CEASSa Onion ROOM 262 Babb, Elinor Bailey, Virginia Banks, Jean Baroff, Sheldon Bechtle, James Bellerjeau, William Cepparulo, Dominic Chyz, Frederick Clash, David Coffey, Maurice Cohen, Richard Colvin, Wanda Conroy, Richard Contursi, Mary Cortese, Mary Jane Coulter, Patricia Coyle, Joan Coyne, Thomas Crawford, Loren Czeluscinski, Casimir Daves, Dolores Davidson, E. Ann Davies, Jean Deane, Davis Decker, Michael De Cristoforo, Angelo Della Peruti, Angela Dellipoali, Marcia Denuel, Ingeborg De Rose, Anthony De Salvo, Johanna Di Lonardo, Danielle Hibbard, Harriet Pfaff, Jean ROOM 300 Lane, Walter Pierce, James Scheid, Ellen Schiano, Theresa Scribner, June Seal, Janet Selfridge, Bruce Seltzer, Sheila Schapiro, Linda Shapiro, Sylvia Simpson, Jay Sinker, Martin Skucas, Evelyn Slansky, Alan Smith, Barbara D. Smith, James Smith, Robert Smith, Susan C, Smith, Susan J. Smith, Theodore Solomon, Davida Solomon, Melvyn Southard, Thomas Sparano, Patricia Stengel, Nancy Syms, Alby Steenson, James Stepp, James Stevens, Calvin Stonehill, Michael Testut, Barbara Thompkins, Jenetha Trapicone, Jo Trotter, Eileen Vranus, Robert SOPHOMORES SOPHOMORE CLASS OFFICERS First row: Ginny Barlow, treasurer; Joan Desvernine; secretary. Second row: Pete Saidel, president; Bob Levine, vice-president. SOPHOMORE CLASS HISTORY Our sophomore year has rushed out with the tide, and we are now being carried into the elevated waters of upperclassmen. In our freshman year we were set adrift on a stormy sea of strange faces and ideas. Eventually, the waters of confusion calmed and we were able to sight land—the land of confidence, friendship, and new experi- ences. When we elected our class’ officers, we felt for the first time a bond which made us work as a unit. We placed our trust and the future of the class of 1958 in the capable hands of Peter Saidel. He was ably assisted by Ira Bloom, vice-president; Susan Fickett, secretary; and Lanny Gartenberg, treasurer. Then, on December 3, we assembled at the high school for our first social event as a class—the Freshmran Party. Also, that fateful year we originated the idea of earning money for the treasury and reserving half of the receipts for a scholarship fund. Our year was highlighted by the Sophomore Dance, which was held on March 16. Each passing year serves to increase our pride in the class of ’58. We are now approaching the ultimate goal of every underclassman—the junior year. [71] HOME ROOM 211 Lee, Jerry F. Liske, Henry Levine, Mark Levine, Robert Lieto, Frank Lloyd, Douglas Lombardo, Michael Lynch, Edward Mahowski, Kenneth Mallery, David Mancini, Armen Martin, John Martino, Anthony Mattia, Joseph Miller, Susan Mingiune, Judy Missimer, Evelyn Moody, Grace Moronese, Theresa Morrison, Judy Nielson, Ingrid O'Conner, Carol O'Conner, Caroline Okun, Rita Olmstead, Betty Pellegrino, Beverly Perine, Margaret Perkins, Carolyn Surbrug, Dennis R. {72} CUS Sm Olea (Cie. HOMEROOM 31 Bachr, Elizabeth Bareford, William Bley, Donna Borowski, Arlene Bowman, Emily Bradberry, Deanna Bryant, Lina Buerkle, Joseph Burgess, Brenda Burgess, Roger burgess, Wayne Burke, Thomas T. Burrison, David Bust, Christine Cabbell, Caroline Cahill, Betsy Cangelosi, Barbara Carbonneau, Theresa Chapman, W, Jan Cislo, Edward Clark, Howard Clash, Robert Crawford, Susan De Marco, William Frederick, Ronald Gurney, Carol Ann Richter, Hildegard HOMEROOM 60 Bender, Gail Bergner, Sheila Bloom, Ira Bottone, Clement Breen, Charles Bremble, Thomas Brown, Daniel Brown, Theodore Busto, Frank Butts, Thomas Cabbell, Harold Capua, Benjamin Carden, Ruth Carney, Rita Carrete, Ronald Caruso, Joe Caul, Mary Ann Cepparulo, Joseph Cerillo, Theresa Chabak, Roger Clark, Constance Clarke, Nancy Clement, Diana Cohen, Helene Collings, Cynthia Cortese, Mary Anne Cortese, Mary Lou Cospeto, Arlene Morrell, Charles HOMEROOM 21 McHugh, James McKoy, Barrington McNeal, John Merola, Anthony Miller, Michael Morgan, Edward Mugia, Alfonse A. Nagengast, John Nevins, Joseph Noyes, Robert Osman, Randy Ostrowski, Joseph Ozegowsky, Stuart Palmer, E. James Peterson, Arlene Piacquadio, Josephine Plante, Betty Pecoroba, Adricnne Podpora, Janet Polishook, Beverly Pomeroy, Barbara Pompilio, Connie Procter, Carol Quant, Heidi Quelly, Nancy Ragland, Dorathea Rappaport, Sandra Rauer, Patricia Ravutsky, Geraldine Read, Linda Redington, Margaret Wilde, Gayle HOMEROOM 241 Antolik, Paul Berkowitz, Sidney Graziano, Ralph Grey, Richard Grey, Robert Gwiazda, Ronald Hall, David Hall, Douglas Hamilton, John Hampton, Peter Hannagan, Paul Hard, Donald Hibbard, Marlene Hibbard, Mary Ann Hickey, Patricia Hinkley, Elizabeth Hoffman, Barbara Hope, Fredericka Horel, Darlene Horwitz, Betsy Humphrey, Joyce Huppert, Doris Hurdle, Beatrice Ingraham, Barbara Ce SSOP IZa0 HOMEROOM 321 Bayne, Dorothy Bernstein, Janet Biddulph, Sandra Bjorkman, Karen Blocker, Helen Bower, Carol De Cou, Elaine Funk, Janet Fuller, Lynn Furino, Anthony Galasso, Michael Galbraith, James Gallagher, David Garrison, Johnny Gartenburg, Alan Gary, Harry Gary, Russel Genard, Connie Gibson, Joan Glass, Michael Glick, Barry Goldburg, Ronald Gottlick, Lawrence Maresca, Frank HOMEROOM 380 Collins, Ray Crews, Frances Culhane, Patricia Davidson, Julia Davis, Shirley Ann Dawson, Adele De Angelis, Thomas De Camp, Robert Delahanty, Dean Delany, David Dellipoali, Linda de Marco, Marie Denliker, George Desvernine, Joan Diana, Concetta Dickerson, Peggy Di Dario, Daisy Dilkes, Fred Donnelly, James Dubeck, David Duncan, Robert Dunn, William Edwards, Arthur Fahrner, W. Jon Foley, Peter Foster, Terrell Franklin, Dolores Friday, Bonnie Lee LIBRARY ANNEX Barron, Jaquilla Belin, Amie Lee Bellerjeau, Harriet Beltrone, Lola Bicknell, Albert Bishop, Charles Pfaff, Judith Washington, Janice Werlock, James Werlock, Margaret Westcott, Dorothy Wichowski, David Wieder, Bruce Wilkins, Burnetta Williams, Lucille Wilson, Lynn Wing, Mary F, Wolff, Theodore Wood, Jerry Worcester, Edward Wormley, Edith Wormley, Preston Wormley, Van L. Wright, Richard Youngman, Joyce Yuziuk, Stephen Ziegler, Marvin Zmuda, Joseph Zukaitis, Rosann HOMEROOM 141 Adams, Joan Anderson, Margaret Antonini, Anthony Buck, Gertrude Clendenin, William Conger, Daniel Corrigan, Robert J. Costanzo, Joe Coury, Robert Cox, Robert Crane, Donald Crane, Douglas Crockett, Ray Curran, David Cwieka, Frank Darrell, Michael Darrell, Otis De Angelis, Allyn De Angelis, Robert Di Nuzzo, Sandra Donohue, Molly Doty, Carolyn Dudley, Shirley Eodice, Barbara Etkin, Masha Etter, Doris Farber, Jessica Faso, Rosemary Fickett, Susie Finocchio, Barbara Flatley, Mary Fleishman, Hilda Frederick, Dorothy CLASS ORS. HOMEROOM 201 Harrell, David Harris, Jerome Hawkins, Harold Henn, David Henry, Ronald Herrold, Ned Hester, Alfred Hester, Alvin Hines, Joseph Holleran, Paul Hopta, Thomas Horne, Robert Horner, Jack Ianniello, Paul Inskeep, John Jassa, Clare Jennings, Shirley Jones, Ethel Kamery, Nancy Kassey, Barbara Korany, Judith Kuritsky, Lois La Rossa, Dolores Lautz, Ann Marie Lech, Cecelia Lee, Louise Lewis, Edith Littlejohn, Betty Jean Loomar, Carol Lucas, Earnestine Lurie, Ruth Miller, Margaret Mills, Lois HOMEROOM 362 Atkins, Harriet Barlow, Virginia Bengivenga, Chris Bengivenga, Ralph Hartrum, Emma Long, Judy Rapps, Joan Taylor, Dorothea Taylor, Ronald Tepper, Maxine Testa, Phyllis Testa, Sue Thomas, Patricia Thorne, Albert Thurston, Audrey Toresco, Donald Twine, Lawrence Vail, Barbara Vail, William F. Van Deursen, John Veghte, Raymond Villani, Dolores Voogd, Dorothy Vroom, Joan Walborn, Barbara Walker, Readell Walls, Peter Walton, Joseph Walz, Jean Wanczyk, Jean Ward, Diana Warren, Eleanor Warren, Lucille Waugh, Marvin Webber, Harold S. HOMEROOM 341 Burrison, Deborah Cosner, Marcia Parker, James A. Pender, Robert Plum, John Podinker, Fred Procacci, Dominic Randall, Peter Reiss, Sue Renz, Peter Resnikoff, Don Revitch, Judy Ricci, Guy Roach, Fred Roach, Roberta Rohland, Richard Rosa, Frances Roscoe, Jane Roscoe, Richard Rosenberg, Gerald Rosenberg, Miriam Ross, Elyse Rossi, Albert Rovai, Diana Rubin, Sandra Rush, Brenda Russo, Rose Marie Sabino, Michael Saidel, Peter Schmidt, Stephanie Siergej, Judy Sims, Barbara CWASS le mVists HOMEROOM 250 Gibson, Arlene Gilmore, Ruth Ann Giunta, Paulette Gonzalez, Margaret Good, Mary Alice Goodwin, Barbara Gordon, Lorna Govahn, Ulysses Grant, John Green, Roberta Hailey, Carolyn Israelsky, Robert Izzo, Guy Jackson, Robert Johnson, Reuben Jones, Donald Karkutt, Carl Karl, Kenneth Lasser, David Lavelle, John Le Compte, Robert Legat, Jon Maas, Nancy Mack, Gloria MacKenzie, Margery Mann, Elsa Marder, Elizabeth Martin, Julia Matthews, Beverly McFarland, Mary Meyer, Marjorie Yarborough, Phillistine HOMEROOM 360 Adams, Carol Apgar, Eunice Appezzatto, Robert Armstrong, Janet Barron, Charles Saitz, George Sautter, William Schaafsma, R. Joseph Schwartz, Roger Shrager, James Sinker, Hildegarde Skucas, Milda Slover, William Smith, Beverly Smith, Brian Smith, Donald Smith, Gladys Smith, Helen Smith, Leslie Soell, Marjorie Sollman, Richard Soutelle, Vincent Speno, Sue Spevack, Gail Stevens, Christopher Stevens, David Stewart, Kay Sutton, Marie Sutton, Patricia Syms, Sylvia Tanner, Connie Taylor, Barbara Tomaszewski, Walter [76] FRESHMEN 4 2 e a : ok 9 FRESHMAN CLASS OFFICERS First row: Catherine Crowe, treasurer; Ellen Romer, secretary. Second row: Jon Schreyach, vice- president; Robert Zagoria, president. FRESHMEN CLASS HISTORY “We're finally in high school,” we thought last September when we first entered the portals of P. H.S. We were the explorers on an unknown isle—Freshman Island. As much as we complained about the “gallons” of homework that were being poured on us and about the teasing we were receiving from those “big” upperclassmen, we knew it was a wonderful experience to be an integral part of something big. Our first chance to get to know one another came in November when we attended the Fall Mixer. Then followed an onrush of events that bound us together as a group. Freshman elections, when we chose Robert Zagoria as captain and Jon Schreyach, Ellen Romer, and Catherine Crowe as mates, were followed by our first chance to prove that we could work together—the Freshman Party, held December 2. Of course, we owe much of our success to our wonderful class adviser, Mr. A. Hamilton Otto, who helped us so much when were in a spot and who aided us in getting used to new surroundings. All in all, we had an exciting year filled to the brim with innumerable experiences. Now the year’s over and we're on our way up, one year closer to attaining the treasure—graduation. HOMEROOM 350 Haley, Reginald Hansen, Peter Harris, Cecil Henry, Edwin Hierl, Peter Hinman, Noel Hinsenkamp, Paul Hospidor, John Hoyt, Timothy Ianniello, David Jackson, Louise Jackson, Patricia Jacob, Sandra Jacobson, Barry Jaegar, Dolores Jeffers, Sandra Jeremiason, Barbara Jinks, Veronica Johnson, Barbara Johnson, Beatrice Kahler, Patricia GSS 1959 HOMEROOM 340 Ebel, Patricia Goodwin, Willard Gray, Glenn Green, Richard Grillo, Salvatore Gross, Steven Grossman, David Grott, Richard Guinee, Joseph Gunn, Thomas Hageman, Donald Hagen, Richard Held, Nancy Hester, Edith Hibshman, Jane Higgins, Joyce Hoff, Jeanette Hofman, Lynne Hou, Mary Hummel, Patricia Hunter, Linda Hutchinson, Barbara HOMEROOM 310 Iverson, Connie Jeffress, Theodore Johnson, Gurnei Johnson, Grace Jones, Cecil Judson, Cynthia Kana, George Katrausky, Lois Keiderling, Blair Kelly, Jacqueline Kennedy, Delores Kennedy, Ronald Kessler, Gayle Klaas, Margaret Klein, Sheila Knecht, Sandra Kramer, Fred Kulak, Sheila LaCroix, Judy Thomas, Carol HOMEROOM 263 North, Judith Ventriglia, Angelo Viotto, Michael Wadnik, William Walker, James Walker, Raymond Walz, Charles Washington, Lorraine Watson, Francis Watkins, John Weber, Lloyd Wells, Kathy Werner, Conrad Werner, Dorothy White, Margaret Wilde, George Wilmot, Nancy Wilson, Harold Wineburg, Lila Wissel, Nancy Wood, Grace Wright, Elizabeth Yorlano, Jenny Young, Richard Young, Suzanne Zagoria, Robert Zaleski, Elaine Zemel, Robert Zmuda, Robert HOMEROOM 280 Baldino, Wayne Baralucci, Maurizio Battaglia, Joseph Bauer, William Bengivenga, Anthony Bennett, Alan Berliner, Judith Bertolacci, John Binns, Mary Ann Bishop, Robert Bevona, Charles Bjorkman, Beth Ann Black, Dorothy Blackman, William Blandek, Joan Boice, Bruce Branch, Marcella Breuhaus, Beverly Brotman, Carole Brown, Jeanette Brown, Joyce Canter, Frank Carroll, Dolores Caufield, Mary Gargano, Arthur LaPierre, Curtis HOMEROOM 90 Chiappa, Attilio Chiappa, Julius Christman, Stanley Ciampa, Nicholas Cieri, Nicholas Clark, William Clark, Harry Comi, Robert Conde, Douglas Costello, Robert Craig, Jerome Crawly, Leslie Dadd, Dorothy DiDario, Olivia Doughty, Barbara Dower, Robert Driscoll, Marcella Dungee, Marcia Dunham, Susan Durow, Suzanne Ellis, Audrey Ely, Susan Engelking, Mary Eodice, Judith - Farber, Corinne Hamer, Christine Hewton, Margaret Jackson, Shirley CHAS STOR Msg, HOMEROOM 111 Borton, David Bowers, George Boyce, David Boyce, James Brick, Albert Brinkerhoff, Ronald Brotman, Robert Brown, Melvin Brown, Nyle Brown, William E. Brown, William M. Bryant, James Bust, William Butler, William Cepparulo, Frances Chabak, Bette Chabak, Marjorie Chapman, Judy Cherego, Mary Ann Ciufo, Marion Clark, Blanche Clark, Margaret Clark, Miriam Clark, Yvonne Cleaver, Winnie Coates, Nancy Coe, Evelyn Daum, Susan Tarpey, Mary HOMEROOM 230 Marzano, Charles Mazet, Albert McAloon, Neil McCreesh, Thomas McKay, Malcolm Merrill, Ann Messana, Carole Miller, Carol Molony, Walter Mondoro, Nancy Jane Morris, Beverly Munro, Gail Meyers, Barbara Myers, Jane Myzie, Nancy Nadler, Joel Nevins, Margaret Nichols, Monroe Nichols, Nancy Nichuck, Carol Oakes, Nancy O’Donnell, Daniel Oeskovic, Gerald Organ, Fredrick Otts, Nancy Paisley, James Pandick, Ann Parks, Audry Pascale, Frank Pasquerello, Anthony Patillo, Alfonso Patterson, John Paivlick, Andrew Persiano, Robert Peiffer, Jean Perna, Mary Tarply, Thomas HOMEROOM 140 Mesler, Donald Masterson, Mary Miller, Dan Miller, Wayne Misiak, Walter Perry, Ethelyn Peterson, Gloria Pfister, Felicia Pines, Howard Pinn, Judith Piscitelli, Dolores Pitt, John Pompilio, Louis Predmore, Robert Pudlin, Carol Ann Puri, Chester Rajanok, Sonia Randall, Jane Rasmussen, Carol Rasmussen, Doris Rathborne, Norman Rhodes, Rebecca Richtmeyer, Diane Robinovitz, Ruth Robinson, Dorothy Savola, William oO aE GB HOMEROOM 266 Cahill, James Camacho, Paul Canter, Frank Carey, George Carfaro, Salvatore Carisone, Frank Carmen, Herman Carmichael, William Carnevale, Donald Caruso, Carmen Cassett, Lamont Constandi, Virginia Coorssen, Carol Costello, Margaret Courtney, Patricia Cowling, Jo Ann Crockett, Joan Crowe, Catherine Cruse, Alice Darden, Victoria Deane, Susan DeFeo, Joan DeLorenzo, Elaine Hargey, Bartholemew Kohsman, Theodore Mannion, Helen Stepney, Ravella sap ap ccmaiiaongaa obvi nthe ‘ ' irate | i ee : Gon 1959 HOMEROOM 320 Streeton, Richard Strohmeyer, William Sumner, John Swaney, John Taylor, Thomas Tebbs, David Thomas, Perry Thompson, William Tierno, Anthony Tobias, Stephen Toresco, Matthew Towles, Louise Trabilsy, Nancy Trautwein, John Traylor, Brenda Truempty, Joan Tumberello, Joseph Turner, Carol Ungerer, Mildred Urquhart, Josephine Van Dunk, Bruce Van Luvender, Richard Vaught, Barbara Vecchio, John Villano, Joann Viviano, Judith Vogel, Beatrice Vogel, Bernice Voorhees, Carol Waglow, Helen Walker, Ruby Walley, Barbara HOMEROOM 331 Eustice, Edward Fania, James Farr, Richard Finocchio, Joseph Fitch, Charles Franklin, Kenneth Frazier, Herman Fusco, Charles Gaine, Richard Gartner, Roy Gembarowicz, Joseph Gerard, Kip Gerbic, Peter Goodfriend, Allan Gibriano, Bridget Gilbert, Claire Gill, Barbara Gillespie, Jeanne Gilliam, Annette Gilmore, Helene Gindin, Carol Goldrich, Marilyn Graziano, Arlene Grossman, Frances Hahn, Janet Halliday, Charlean Hamlett, Jean Hammond, Dolores Hanigan, Lynne Harding, Antoinette Haynsworth, Patricia Heinzer, Patricia Herzog, Barbara Lyerly, Anne HOMEROOM 351 Shapack, Richard Simon, Carol Simonds, Sherrie Sizer, Gloria Slater, Donald Slechta, Henry Smith, David Smith, Dolores Smith, Douglas Smith, Gary Smith, Henry Smith, Herbert Smith, Joyce Smith, Robert Smith, Ronald Smith, Stuart Smith, William Snedeker, Barbara Snyder, Edith Sobel, Heywood Stephenson, John Stepney, Mary Sterphone, Dolores Stroke, Arlene Stuart, Sally Sullivan, Patricia Sussman, Penny Sutton, Mimi Tanner, Evelyn Taynor, Elizabeth Tempson, Ann Wells, John {79} HOMEROOM 260 Kramer, Russell Kunzman, Michael LaPlatta, Gary Larmour, Robert LaRossa, Donny Lattimore, Audrey Lefler, Blaine Leventhal, Ronald Lindstrom, Carol Liske, Peter Loalbo, Robert Long, Evelyn Longo, Salvatore Lord, Phillip Lostbourne, Sandra Loukatos, Theonie Liusi, Carol Lurie, Arlene Lustig, Martin Lyles, Winsel Lynch, Judith Lynch, William Lyons, Thomas Majuri, Maria Manasse, Estelle Marino, Robert Martz, Catherine Matthews, Christine Mayer, Loretta McDonald, Anita McNeely, Donna Merola, Anna Mitchell, Frederick Napier, Frederick CLASS Ondga7 HOMEROOM 220 Myers, Mary Rauer, Henry Reese, Robert Regnault, Ray Renauro, Barry Reynolds, Williams Ritchey, Donald Riveles, Stanley Roberts, William Roddy, Patricia Romer, Ellen Rosenbaum, Jon Rosenbaum, Richard Rymer, Robert Ryzoff, Joel Sabino, Loda Sanborn, Jim Sandbeck, Beverly Santonastaso, Dale Schapiro, Joel Schlinger, Jack Schmidt, Judith Schoengold, Donald Schneller, Nancy Schreyack, Jon Scruggs, Merel Seal, Carol Seitman, Claire Serido, Barbara Shoppe, Dianne Shuba, Irene Silverstein, Elin Sue HOMEROOM 50 Abrames, Henry Adams, Edward Adams, Sonja Adams, Thomas Adams, A. William Adamson, Peter Ade, Richard Allen, William Alpaugh, David Alpert, Philip Anastasia, Lois Anderson, Ernest Anderson, Dorothy Apgar, William Armstrong, Phyllis Artes, Brenda Ayers, Kenneth Baer, Sondra Bailes, Barbara Bailey, Olivia Barlow, Cynthia Barnelt, Gloria Bass, Karen Bassoff, Esther Batts, Sandra Benke, Sharon Doss, Shirley HOMEROOM 150 Criswell, Eugene Crowetz, Irving Cundiff, James Cunninghame, Ferguson Czeluscinski, Alvin Dailey, Denis Danciak, John Danek, William Darrell, Charles Darrow, Larry DePalma, Thomas Dern, Neil DiDario, Louis Duncan, Jeffrey Elman, Anton Ehrnstrom, Hans Fell, Patricia Finnerty, Marie Flanzbaum, Linda Flynn, Mary Flynn, Patricia Ford, Margo Fowler, Thomasena Fox, Barbara Frank, Jane Frederick, Mary Ann Gallo, Birginia Gargano, Delores Gerdsen, Carol Gertler, Leona On the way to pay dirt Dan Costanzo Bob VARSITY FOOTBALL The 1955 edition of the Plainfield High School football team completed its season with seven wins, one tie, and one loss. This outstanding record en- abled the Cards, under Coach Abe Smith, to be se- lected as Central Jersey Group IV champions. Seniors Dave Israelsky, Dan Costanzo, Dom Des- sino, Herb Tobias, and Pete Inskeep concluded their football exploits at Plainfield High by receiving men- tion on the All-Union County team. Dave Lustig, on the basis of his sparkling play, received a posi- tion on the second team, all-state. PHS 35 Barringer 0 In their opener the Queen City forces relied al- most entirely on their ground attack and overwhelm- ed a weak Barringer eleven. Touchdowns were re- corded by Dom Dessino, Tom Grifa, Herb Tobias, and Pete Inskeep; Dave Lustig successfully com- pleted the five conversions. PHS 20 Columbia 14 In a 14-14 deadlock, with little time remaining to be played, the Cardinals won their second victory of the season on Dom Dessino’s 25 yard touchdown jaunt. Bob Waugh and quarterback Dan Costanzo recorded the other scores for Plainfield. Dave Lustig made two conversions for the Cards. Co-Captains, Dan Costanzo and Dave Lustig Now you see it, now you don’t First row: J. Finocchio, J. Harris, T. Smith, R. Giviazda, J. Zmuda, P. Holleran, D. Hard, A. DiDario. Second row: J. Winkler, F. Leito, B. Slover, R. Rohlend, D. Wichowski, D. Miller, L. Newman, B. Trautwein, R. Cox. Third row: Coach Crisicos, G. Lane, T. Merola, H. Cabble, J. Puglisi, J. Donnelly, B. Nichols, T. Waldron, D. Burrison, T. Towney, T. Butts. PHS 0 Woodbridge 0 The two strongest teams in the Group IV con- ference fought to a scoreless stalemate on a field where the playing conditions were aggravated by rain. The only threat of a score occurred in the first quarter when Plainfield penetrated to within the ten yard marker of Woodbridge but was halted by the Barons’ determined defense. PHS 34 Perth Amboy 12 In a driving rain, Plainfield annexed their third win by trouncing Perth Amboy. Scoring for Plain- field were Tobias with two TD’s and Waugh, Cos- tanzo, and Mel Folk with one each. Lustig added three conversions and Tommy Grifa one. PHS 0 Asbury Park 6 The PHS gridmen suffered their only loss of the season at the hands of Asbury Park. Their opponents scored from the Cardinal three-yard line to break a scoreless tie. In the waning minutes of the contest, the Cards were stopped deep in Bishop territory. PHS 12 Thomas Jefferson 6 Even with the disadvantage of five of the starters unable to play, the Cards overcame the Jeffs on First row: H. McGoldrick, manager, T. Grifa, R. Santaguida, J. Caufield, M. Folk, W. Kyrstopik, B. Venezia, H. Tobias, B. Edwards, T. Trautwein, G. Kinsey, manager. Second row: Coach B TEAM FOOTBALL sparkling play by the entire team. Danny Costanzo and Pete Inskeep took the scoring honors for the Cards with one touchdown apiece. PHS 33 North Plainfield 0 In this annual intetborough rivalry, the Cards overwhelmed the Canucks by a five touchdown mar- gin. In the scoring, Costanzo had two touchdowns; Dessino, Bremble, and Inskeep, one apiece. Dave Lustig successfully converted three of the five con- version attempts. PHS 20 Union 13 In a very tight game the “Smithmen” came out on top by virtue of a Costanzo to Bremble pass. With scores for PHS recorded by Costanzo and Grifa, Dave Lustig booted two extra points. PHS 20 Westfield 0 In the finale of their campaign, the Cards shut out the Blue Devils in impressive fashion. Con- cluding the season with scores were Dessino with two TD’s, Costanzo with one, and Lustig with two conversions. Dave Lustig’s name was placed on the honor plaque. Cospito, Coach Smith, S. Becker, D. Lustig, D. Coury, D. Israelsky, J. DeVico, A. Riddick, B. Roach, C. Czelucinski, A. Banks, T. Bremble, E. Lynch, Coach Hubka, Coach Crisicos. BASKETBALL First row: 'T. Lopresti, R. Santaguida, D. Costanzo, H. Crawley, J. Corcoran, Coach Brann. Second row: A. Riddick, J. O’Keefe, B. Long, C. Czelucinski, T. Coyne, F. Roach. Crawley and Corcoran, scoring twins Costanzo and Santaguida, polished performers The Plainfield High School courtsters compiled a highly successful record for Coach Bill Brann by winding up with a record of seventeen wins against seven set-backs. The Cards posted twin victories over Rahway, Union, and Linden. Other wins for Plainfield were recorded over Westfield, Bound Brook, Woodbridge, and Asbury Park. Against North Plainfield the Cards split the first two tilts. The ‘rubber’ game for the city championship was decided at the Canucks’ court. In a hotly contested game, the “Brannmen’’ decisioned the Canucks by a single point, 47-46. The Red and Blue were defeated by Regional twice. Other set backs were to Thomas Jefferson, New Brunswick, and Perth Amboy. Leading the Queen City five were Tom Santi- guida, Danny Costanzo, Bill Long, Howard Crawley, Bob Waugh, John DeVico, Jerry O'Keefe, Caz Czeluscinski, Tom Coyne, John Corcoran, and Al Riddick. In the Union County Tournament, the fifth seeded Plainfield squad reached the finals by eliminat- ing a strong Regional quintet that had previously handed the Cards two defeats. Facing Sacred Heart of Elizabeth in the final competition, Plainfield over- whelmed their opposition by a 58-51 margin. It was the first Union County tournament championship for Coach Brann during his twenty year tenure of coach- ing in tournament competition. Seniors who participated for the last time were Tom Santiguida, Danny Costanzo, Howard Crawley, Bob Waugh, and John Corcoran. Looking forward to next year, Mr. Brann has as a nucleus Bill Long, Caz Celuscinski, Tom Coyne, John DeVico, and Al Riddick. SWIMMING = TEAM In his twenty second season, Coach Victor Liske directed the Plainfield High School swimming team to a nine won, three Joss record. The only losses this year were to the state champion Columbia team and a very close one to Pingry. Plainfield came in second in the Union County meet. In this competition the Liskemen placed in seven out of eight events and won two championships: the 200 yard freestyle relay of Norman Brown, Harold Bower, Kent Smith, and Bill Hughes; and the 150 yard individual medley, which was copped by Marshall Macofsky. Swimmers representing Plainfield High for the last time this year were Harold Bower, Marvin Kadesh, Bill Hughes, Kent Smith, Steven Werlock, and Tom Southard. Lettermen returning next year will be Ira Bloom, Norman Brown, Marshall Macofsky, John Nagengast, and John Legat. Also included are Roy Nichols, Mike Stonehill, Ted Smith and Ed Townley. oxv BY ONE b i Fe ecco, WHE PERSON AT A TIME | Ss First row: R. Nichols, M. Stonehill, M. Kadesh, L. Gartenberg, B. Lynch, R. Lippert. Second row: Coach Liske, T. Smith, M. Miller, I. Bloom, T. Southard, K. Smith, I. Abramson, D. Glass, D. Clash, N. Bloom, man- ager, Coach Liddy. Third row: S. Werlock, E. Townley, N. Brown, B. Hughes, R. Lee, M. Macofsky, J. Nagengast, H. Bowers. Watch my wake [86] TENNIS Cannonball coming up Tennis, anyone? First row: Coach Smith, A. McIver, R. Schwartz, D. Haight, K. Kunzman. Second row: T. Tompkins, B. Whitcomb, N. Mendell, D. Bartholemew, J. Coulthurst, B. Brynildsen, M. Schwartz, D. Graham. The 1955 Plainfield High netsters, coached by Art Smith, had a highly successful season, compiling a record of fifteen wins against one loss. Competing in the Union-Middlesex Conference for the first time, the Cards scored double victories over such opponents as Westfield, Cranford, North Plainfield, Highland Park, Dunellen, Thomas Jeffer- son, and Perth Amboy. They also decisioned Trenton Catholic High. Their only defeat was at the hands of Rahway, but the score was re- versed on the return match at Plainfield. The eleven wins recorded by the Cards in conference competition enabled the ‘‘Smithmen’’ to finish first in the league. One of the outstanding accomplishments of the Netsters this season was their showing in the State tournament. The Cards played well enough to cop third place. Members of the varsity included Stuart Halpern, Richard Bar- tholemew, Martin Schwartz, Bruce Whitcomb, Ken Kunzman, John Coulthurst, Dave Graham, Bob Brynildsen, Dave Haight, Roger Schwartz, Ted Tompkins, Andrew Mclver, and Nelson Mendell. Bob Brynildsen’s name was chosen for the Honor Plaque in the boy’s gym. According to Coach Art Smith, prospects look bright for the 1956 season, even though Stuart Halpern, Richard Bartholemew, Martin Schwartz, John Coulthurst, and Bob Brynildsen will be lost through graduation, Varsity members returning for competition during the 1956 season will include Bruce Whitcomb, Dave Haight, Roger Schwartz, Ted Tompkins, Andrew McIver, Ken Kunzman, and Nelson Mendell. BASEBALL First row: N. Fowler, B. Gess- ner, T. Grifa, D. Costanzo, T. Oakes, B. Waugh, P. Rygiel. Second row: §S. Bass, manager, B. Woodruff, M. Mansolino, L. Myers, L. Cathcart, H. Runyon, L. Nechin, manager, Coach Lid- dys Aural) BS “Taylor, ” J: Wright, F. Grimes, G. Fried- lander, L. Newman, manager. The 1955 Cardinal diamondmen concluded their season with five wins and ten losses. Throughout the season the squad showed gradual improvement under Coach Liddy’s tutelage. Topper Oakes, Tom Grifa, Bob Waugh, Bob Gesner, Norman Fowler, and Paul Rygiel held down the infield berths. Coach Liddy had Art Hall, Larry Myers, Joe Wright, Fanny Grimes and Howard Runyon to patrol the outer gardens. Handling the pitching of Bob Woodruff, George Friedlander, Lin- wood Cathcart, and Mike Mansolino was veteran Danny Costanzo. In the inter-city championship contest, the Red- birds came out on the bottom twice. The team The big stretch looked good at times but was hampered by some un- fortunate errors. The Cards played their best game against Hill- side, as Mansolino and Friedlander limited the Hill- siders to two tallies as against Plainfield’s four. In the Union County District Championship, the Cards were eliminated in the first round by Roselle. Returning varsity members who brighten the team’s prospects for the 1956 season will include Danny Costanzo, Tom Grifa, Bob Waugh, Mike Mansolino, Joe Wright, Howard Runyon, Arthu. Hall, Paul Rygiel, and Norman Fowler. Bob Gessner’s name was placed on the honor plaque. First row: D. Clash, W. Wal- ley, D. Procacci, A. Riddick, B. Selfridge, J. Winkler, R. Ley. Second row: R. Murray, A. Jacobson, W. Monsell, S. Boice, Coach Brann, J. Yancey, RB. Edwards, R. Conroy, W. Hughes. Who's on first? [87] CROSS COUNTRY Placing the first eight men against West- field, the cross country squad of Plainfield High School ended their season on a suc- cessful note. Their record upon the com- 4 ’ pletion of their season was five wins and Vaan | |p. ONS ae | two _ losses. | ox i The season started out well as the harriers defeated Union and Cranford easily. After losing to New Brunswick, the squad came close to shutting out Rahway. Fol- lowing a loss to Thomas Jefferson, their schedule was completed with victories over Metuchen and Westfield. Highlighting their season, the Cards placed second in the Union County Meet behind Thomas Jeffer- son, and fifth in the state, beating out New Brunswick. The nucleus of the team was Bob Davis, Paul Palfi, Mike Sabino, Andy McIver, and Al Galli. Toward the end of the season, however, these boys had to work hard to First row: C. Jones, R. Horne, J. Fitzgerald, L. Grey, D. Farr, M. Sabino. Second hold their positions against such newcomers row: P. Palfi, B. Woodruff, R. Mitchell, N. Dern, A. Galli, A. McIver. Third row: as Bob Ley, Barclay Gerber, Cecil Jones, .P . Farr, J. Bi . Garrison, B. Gerber, C D. Pearson, B. Farr, J. Bicket, T. Hoyt, J. Garrison, B. Gerber, Coach Brown awa John Fitzgerald. Teitspone cee dad to all of these harriers. Marshall Brown, the coach of the Cards, expresses great hope for next year, as only Bob Davis and Paul Palfi will graduate. INDOOR TRACK The indoor track team completed its second organized season under the direction of Coach Marshall Brown. Placed by seniors Al Banks, Bob Davis, Si Keller, Paul Palfi, Bill Reese, William Roach, and Bob Woodruff, the Cards placed second in the Union County meet and garnered third in the Eastern Invitational. They also took the third spot in the special New Jersey mile medley relay. Other varsity members of the squad that contributed to the Cards’ record were un- derclassmen Mel Folk, Alfred Galli, Doug Hall, Bill Legat, Andrew McIver, Donald Pearson, James Palmer, Mike Sabino, Wil- liam Scott, and Bob Testut. Also included were Robert Cox, Robert Murray, Robert Eagle, Wensel Lyles, and Sal Longo. With the return of ten lettermen, next year’s prospects look bright. First row: A. Banks, B. Woodruff, M. Folk, B. Testut, A. Galli, A. McIver, B. Davis. Second row: C. Sutton, E. Palmer, R. Cox, S. Longo, B. Legat, B. Murray, {88} B. Scott. First row: E. Walls, L. Artis, M. Sabino. Second row: A. Banks, D. Israelsky, W. Reese, S. Johnson, S. Keller, L. Myers, T. Dermody. Third row: Coach Norris, R. Taylor, J. NacNeil, F. Roach, D. Pearson, W. Legat, W. French, Coach Brown. Fourth row: H. Cabble, D. Wichowski, T. Hall, W. Bareford, B. Davis, S. Kern. Fifth row: Manager J. Millard, J. Antono- polous, T. Palmer, T. Butts, B. Cox, D. Dean, P. Palfi, B. Testut. Sixth row: S, Gerber, T. Smith. The Plainfield High track team, under the coach- ing of Marshall Brown, concluded their slate with an unblemished dual meet record of five wins and no losses. In the Union County meet, Plainfield missed first place by five-eighths of a point margin. The Card runners placed in ten out of thirteen events. Bill Long tied for first place in the high jump. An award was given to Card runner Leroy Artis for being the outstanding Cardinal performer in the county meet. Later in the season at the Long Branch Relays, Plainfield came in second, losing by two points to New Brunswick. The Queen City trackmen took the first spot in the 880 yard relay, second in the 440 yard and mile relays, and fifth in the 480 high hurdles. The relay teams were composed of George Freeman, Bill Reese, Sy Keller, and Bill Roach. Plainfield took the third berth in the Central Jersey championships. The harriers annexed first, second, and third place in the 100 yard dash. Carl Snell finished first, Bill Reese second, and George Freeman, third. Sophomore Bill Legat captured second place in the 880 yard run. Trackmen making their last appearance for Plainfield were: Carl Snell, George Freeman, Tom Dermody, Tom Smith, Robert Brown, Walter French, Sam Johnson, Doug Werner, and Al England. Promising runners returning for competition are: Tim Hall, Ed Walls, John Garrison, Mike Sabino, James Palmer, Dave Wichowski, Al Galli, Bill Legat, Don Pearson, Bill Long, Sy Keller, Steve Kern, and Bob Testut. Also included are Bob Cox, Bob Davis, Bill Roach, Bill Reese, Bill Scott, Mel Folk, Ronald Taylor, and Fred Roach. George Freeman’s name was placed on the honor plaque. WRESTLING First row: J. Rosenberg, N. Fowler, M. Troiano, J. Horner, B. Clash, M. Groover. Second row: YT. Trautwein, F. Podin- The Plainfield High grapplers finished their season of dual matches by gaining for Abe Smith a successful record of six wins, three losses, and one tie. Competing in regular competition, Tommy Grifa, representing the 130 pound division, sported an un- blemished 10-0 record while Lou Turi, 135 pound class, had the next best record with nine wins and one loss, Included in the ‘“Smithmen”’ lineup were: Bob Clash, 106 pounds; Norman Fowler, 115 pounds; Mickey Troiano, 122 pounds; Jack Horner, Harry Clark, 140 pounds; Howard Runyon, 147 pounds. Completing the squad were: Tommy Trautwein, 157 pounds; Jimmy Donnely, 167 pounds; Fred Podinker, heavyw Sapte us [90] State champs Tom Grifa and Lou Turi ker, H. Runyon, T. Grifa, Turi, T. Wood. Varsity members who are seniors include Tom Grifa, Howard Runyon, and Norman Fowler. According to Coach Smith and his assistants, Har- old Rosenberg and Bob Boek, next year’s prospects look bright with lettermen Bob Clash, Mickey Troiano, Lou Turi, Jack Horner, Harry Clark, Tommy Trautwein, Jimmy Donnely, and Fred Podinker, re- turning. Competing in the Union County district champ- ionship, Tom Grifa and Lou Turi climaxed the season by annexing titles in their respective weight divisions. Grifa and Turi also won titles in the state championships. Sixteen Tons” ARCHERY First row: HH. Fleischman, C. Adams, J. Levy, C. Proctor, G. Curry, S. Wright, N. Bloom, J. Siergej, M. McFarland, M. Butterfield, T. Thatcher, C. Doty, N. Lecraw, A. Griswold, A. Gibson, M. Meyer, G. Kelly, M. Macllroy, J. McCarthy, J. Hutchinson, J. Gibson, B. Wal- born, D. Bradbury, D. Burrison, M. Wing, J. Adams, J. Wan- cyzk. Second row: S. Bergner, J. Bellerjeau, B. Horowitz, B. Fell, B. Smith, C. Willis, R. Faso, A. Worchester, B. Ahrens. L. Ostrowski, E. Mann, B. Hol- inger, J. Merritt, J. Boruch, f. Jacoby, C. Smith, D. Reiner, C. Daniel, J. Lobrovick, $. Sum- ner, R. Okun, L. Marder, B. Smith. An enthusiastic and energetic group of girls meets every Tuesday and Thursday in the girls’ large gym during the early spring and late winter. These gitls are all interested in archery and are striving to develop their skill under the supervision of Mrs. Ruth King. GIRLS’ This year’s turnout of about 150 girls added to the success of the basketball season. The girls met on Monday and Wednesday under the supervision of Miss Audrey Joyce. The seniors lost one game to Cranford but de- feated Somerville, New Brunswick, and North Plainfield. The juniors defeated New Brunswick and The interclass tournament held later in the spring is the highlight of the season, ‘Blue’ and “Red” teams are chosen, and the winner of this tournament receives the archery medal at the annual spring sports assembly. Credits gained by archery participation go toward the G. A. A. awards. BASKETBALL Cranford, but they lost to North Plainfield and to Somerville. The sophomores defeated Somerville, Cranford, and North Plainfield and lost to New Brunswick. The freshmen did not win any games this year. By defeating the other three classes, the seniors won the interclass tournament. First row: C, Iverson, B. Can- gelosi, M. Soles, P. Yorlano, B. Newland, C. Clark, G. Sizer, N. Riley, P. McCreesh, S. Speno. Second row: B. John- son, M. Regan, J. Davies, M. Sutton, J. Trumpey, L. Wash- ington, B. Horowitz, M. Polli- son, M. Contursi. Third row: M. Branch, N. Nielson, M. Maye, M. Grygent, F. Watson, P. Culhane, N. Held, R. Okun, D. Anderson. [91] Thanks to the fine weather, the competent guid- ance of Miss Marion Newson, and the excellent con- dition of the courts which were cared for by Frank Giedja, unusual interest was shown in tennis this fall. One hundred and eighty-three girls signed up, most of whom attended regularly. To take care of SOFTBALL The warm spring weather invites many sports enthusiasts to Kenyon Gardens where girls inter- ested in softball meet every Tuesday and Thursday afternoon. The techniques and skills of softball are First row: J. Sessler, M. Smith, G. Curry, E. DeCou, S. Folk, E. Lucas, D. Fredericks. Second row: B. Bowers, S. Biddulph, D. Burrison, D. Bradbury, A. Gibson, E. Wormly, J. Barron. Third row: J. Boruch, R. Okun, L. Bryant, H. Blocker, B. Newland, H. Bellerjeau, B. Olmstead, B. Horowitz, R. Roach, P. Curry, C. Cabell. [92] GIRLS’ TENNIS First row: D. Black, C. Proc- tor, N. Quelly, D. La Rossa, C. Jassa, J. Meyer, H. Fleischman, D. Myzia, C. Clark, P. Mc- Creesh, S. Wirth, J. Sessler, J. Brody. Second row: G. Kelley, M. Sutton, B. A. Bjorkman, S. Young, N. Oakes, P. Jackson, C. O'Connor, J. Siergej, B. Horowitz, R. Faso, T. Thatcher, D. Illig, D. Wescott. Third row: N. Maas, S. Driscoll, B. Friday, J. Boruch, C. Daniel, E. Manasse, J. Lobrovick, N. Held, N. LeCraw, A. McDon- ald, M. A. Binns, B. Doughty, H. Bellerjeau, B. Burdick, S. Blaehr, I. Gartenburg, R. Okun, S. Simonds, P. Hummel, J. Mingione, B. Walborn, B. Tay- lor, Miss Newson. the large number of freshmen and sophomores, tennis was held three afternoons a week: Tuesday, Wednes- day, and Thursday. The juniors and seniors were well represented also. To finish off the season, three tournaments were held: Advanced singles, intermediate singles, and doubles. These tournaments will be completed in the spring. developed under the supervision of Mrs. Nita Bonte. Credits which go toward the G. A.A. awards are earned by participation. These awards are dis- tributed at the end of the year by the sponsor. First row: F. Pfister, N. Robins, N. Mysie, A. Lattimore, L. Goertland, A. Lyerly, S. Becker, R. Weil, V. Predmore, D. Lus- tig, L. Katrausky, Mr. Sette, Miss Newson, Mr. Passerella. Second row: A. Forsythe, T. Cerillo, C. Genard, M. Wing, N. Wetzel, D. Voogd, B. Patlin, C. Iannotta, T. DeAngelis, J. Rosenberg, P. Albert, P. Haynsworth, S. Lostbourne, S. Young. Third row: R. Zagoria, B. Leget, T. Hall, D. Clash, B. Ley, J. Bataglio, J. Otrausky, J. Swaney, A. Worcester, D. Herbst, C. Foley, G. Russo, H. Smith. Fourth row: D. Burrison, R. Levine, N. Herrold, S. Derow, M. Chabok, L. Klimko, C. Perna, J. Boruch, N. Garrenger, I. Gartenberg, D. Shoppe. Fifth row: V. Soutelle, P. Saidel, B. Sclfridge, W. Swaney, R. Kelly, N. DiDario, T. Grifa, R. Bennett, L. Zuzzio, R. Neill. STUDENT COUNCIL Here in P.H.S. we enjoy the privilege of having our own form of democratic government, the Stu- dent Council. Each spring the student body as a whole elects the officers of this organization. In the fall the members of each homeroom elect a student to represent them in the council and to bring back to them the report of what went on in the meeting. Under the leadership of Steve Becker, David Lustig, Virginia Predmore, and Ruth Weil, the council has accomplished much this year. They have been ad- vised by Miss Marion Newson, Joseph Passerella, and William Sette. EXECUTIVE COUNCIL EXECUTIVE COUNCIL First row: V.Predmore, S. Becker, D. Lus- tig, R. Weil, W. Legat. Second row: D. Israelsky, P. Saidel, R. Neill, I. Garten- berg, N. Garrenger, R. Zagoria, T. Grifa. Third row: Mr. Passarella, Miss Newson, Mr. Sette. The Executive Council, under the guidance of Miss Marion New- son, Joseph Passarella, and William Sette, is a branch of the Student Council which serves as a ‘‘steering committee” for this organization. The members who make up the Executive Council are the four offh- cers of Student Council, the fou: class officers, and the chairmen of the four standing committees. Their chief purpose is to prepare the agenda for the Student Council meetings, USHERS SQUAD Upon entering the auditorium for assembly, you are guided to a seat by an usher wearing a service badge. Chosen by the faculty, the ushers, under the supervision of Mr. Banta, are given the opportunity to usher at assemblies, commencement, and various programs by outside organ- izations. ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE This year the students of P.H.S. saw many fine programs in as- sembly. The group responsible for the planning of these programs is the Assembly Committee under the guidance of Miss Virginia Mixer. The members of this group are ap- pointed by the Student Council and serve as a branch committee of the Student Council. Clark Gesner served as chairman of the com- mittee. AIR RAID SQUAD The only sound which .is heard during the quiet of an air raid drill is that of the air raid squad patrol- ling the halls to make sure that all classes and classrooms are in order. This group, under the di- rection of Mr. Banta, has helped to maintain the high standards of our drills. First row: Mr. Banta, E. McHugh, M. Perna, R. Weil, M. Maclllroy, C. Ray, H. Kleinheksel, B. Haver, V. Predmore, J. Levy, P. Hamilton. Second row: J. Sessler, L. Klimko, N. Garrenger, J. Schwartz, B. Mauro, D. Illig, K. Kunzman, T. Thatcher, C. Perna, G. Dickman, A. LaRossa. Third row: C. Seaman, B. Neil, A. Weinberger, D. Israelsky, I. Gartenberg, D. McFarland, C. Chadwick, H. Schneider, B. Smith, M. Vossler. Fourth row: B. Burdick, H. Runyon, J. Millard, J. Weingart, B. Holinger, D. Bennett, C. Persinger, N. Lecraw. First row: L. Gordon, A. Leap, C. Gesner, J. Golub, B. Baroff. Second row: H. Tobias, M. Wing, J. Brody, C. Delaney, F. Switky, B. J. Mathews. Third row: R. Roland. First row: Mr. Banta, A. Galli, J. Cornetta, D. Haight, R. Bennett, J. Vorhees, T. Grifa. Second row: S. Kern, I. Bloom, R. Jennings, W. Nichols, D. Clash, R. Waugh. Third row: B. Selfridge, A. Banks, J. O’Keefe, W. Roach, J. Gard. First row: K. Kunzman, C. Rae, C. Daniel, B. Burdick, J. Levy, P. Hamilton, J. Mills, A. LaRossa, F. Mikell. Second row: B. Horowitz, T. Thatcher, E. Babb, . . J. O’Connor, N. Bloom, M. Macofsky, B. Patlen, M. Meyers, A. Grodner. Third Editorial Statt row: Mr. Berman, J. Revitch, D. DiLenardo, B. Ahrens, J. Merritt, R. Okun, D. Huppert, C. Loomar, A. Cospito, N. Robins. Fourth row: E. Hinkley, B. Simms, R. Nittoli, C. Perna, P. Coulter, J. Davidson, S. Shapiro, M. Lustig. Fifth @ row: WV. James, C. Cloer, J. Lobrovick, C. Seaman, H. Schneider, M. Tepper, H. Robinson, D. Redman. Under the leadership of Gail Dick- This yearbook is evidence that the man, president, and Miss Lord, advisor, editorial staff has succeeded in meeting the business staff completed a highly its deadlines and in bringing order out successful year. Thanks to the constant MILESTONE of seeming chaos. From the first flash work of the partrons, home room agents, of a camera until the final click of type- pictures, show case, special assistance, writer key, staff members carried out and advertising committees, we may cele- their assignments under the direction of brate a job well done. Betty Burdick, editor-in-chief, and James Berman, faculty adviser. First row: B. Mauro, J. Luria, G. Dickman, B. Curreri, S. Werlock. Second row: M. Mastuson, J. Bernstein, I. Gartenberg, S. Zelt, M. Cresenti, M. Hibbard, M. ; Smart, J. Shreager. Third row: D. Westcott, M. Donahue, H. Zagoria, J. Mingione, Business Staff H. Fleishman, B. Simms, T. Ostrowski. Fourth row: B. Haver, B. Murray, D. Voogd, G. Barlow, S. Fickett, $. Di Nuzzio, T. Schapiro. Fifth row: Miss Lord, J. Hu xel, S. Driscoll, N. Oaks. MAAR ASB AQUOO ET Me ale i Ket Ue yee ie ENTREES PAPE First row: N. DiDario, W. Gulick, S$. Sumner, G. Buckel- mueller, J. Schwartz, R. Neill, K. Kunzman. Second row: J. Cowling, S. Miller, W. Colvin, B. Baroff, J. Chernus, E. Hersch, R. Lurie. Third row: K. Bjorkman, A. Lautz, C. Ger- nard, J. Revitch, E. Hinkley, J. Humphrey, M. Rosenburg, D. Mallery. Our school paper does its best to present the news of P.H.S. to the students, faculty, and parents. Working on the ENTREE gives its reporters training in publishing a school paper. Mr. Simpson, the adviser, checks to see that the staff work is in keeping with the highest standards of school journalism. ENTREE CLUB The members of the ENTREE Club learn the art of re- porting and the behind-the-scene assembling which are a part of every paper. Mr. Simpson’s aim is to train club mem- mers to work on the ENTREE. First row: D. Mesler, J. Hahn, S$. Young, B. Carmichael, B. Vaught, P. Jackson, S. Jacob, R. Robinovitz, J. Rosenbaum, K. Wells. Second row: W. Misiak, M. McFarland, J. Sierge, P. Frohbose, E. Hinkley, J. Humphrey, R. Lurie, B. Horowitz, L. Flanzbaum, S. Boardley. Third row: §. Smith, W. Walley, B. Testut, A. McDonald, M. A. Binns, H. Slechta, D. Mallery, S. Schmidt, S. Speno, E. Mann, E. Babb, M. Macofsky. First row: J. Defao, A. Lautz, J. Viviano, B. Eshelman, M. Howe, B. Johnson, C. Iverson, J. Manna, D. Pascale, B. Baroff, A. Latti- more, S. Zelt, A..Grodner, V. Predmore, P. Ragland, G. Spevack, M. Tepper, N. Coates, L. Gorden. Second row: A. Ciampa, J. Alexander, D. Nelson, M. Smith, B. Simms, S$. Semer, H. Klein- heksel, T. Thatcher, S. Keller, S, Riess, C. O’Connor, J. Siergej, J. Washington, G. Johnson, B. Murray, N. Garrenger, J. James, S. Walker, G. Dickman. Third row: Mrs. Monez, H. Zagoria, E. Bowman, J. Romanchek, C. Simon, M. Sutton, L. Washington, GIRLS’ CHORUS Girls’ Chorus gives many students an opportunity to sing. These 103 girls sing in assemblies, for out- side organizations, and in the Choral Festival. Mrs. Monez is the director. First row: R. Graziano, P. Palfi, S$. Werlock, M. Lombard, L. Gartenberg, R. Gary, R. Pender, J. Simpson, J. Baker, F. Malesca, K. Franklin, B. Jacobson. Second row: Mrs. Monez, H. Slechta, B. Zagoria, C. Persinger, M. Brown, D. Resnikoff, B. Gerber, B. Lynch, J. Thurston, J. Cornetta, R. Bennett, H. Carmen. Third J. Mills, G. Moody, M. Wing, S. Fickett, E. Mann, D. Black, D. Illig, C. Good, C. Palmblad, J. Newmann, A. Parks, J. Banks. Fourth row: S. Bergner, B. Olmstead, E. Marder, M. Regan, S. Seltzer, A. Marcus, H. Tuanti, D. Evans, B. Smith, M. Witteman, J. Lobrovick, J. Long, J. Gibson, M. Gongalez, C. Lech, M. Pfeiffer, S. Smith, J. O’Connor. Fifth row: M. Axam, L. Query, J. Brody, C. Cloer, E. Kowalski, N. Stengel, S$. Summer, I. Gar- tenburg, J. Hardin, D. Werner, C. Chadwick, D. Kellogg, E. Apgar, L. Bryant, C. Tripp, B. Burdick, C. Seaman, J. Jacoby, B. Baehr. MALE CHORUS These boys take great pride in harmonizing as a group. Led by Mrs. Vera Monez, they sang in the P.H.S. corridors at Christmastime and took part in the Choral Festival. row: R. Kelly, N. Mendell, J. Mekeel, S. Baroff, C. Breen, R. Tobin, P. Wormley, T. Lowe, D. Miller, S. Long, S. Revdes. Fourth row: K. Mahowski, L. Marks, J. Weingart, R. Davis, J. Slechta, R. Streeton, R. Borgess, B. Rhodes, R. Huss, R. Hawk, J. Plum, T. Foster. MIXED CHORUS The talented group of the Mixed Chorus meets once a week “plus” under | the able direction of -Mrs. Vera Monez. Its activi- | ties cover singing in the Choral Festival and for ) many outside activities. There are approximately fifty members in this group. They are chosen from the members of Male and Girls’ Choruses who have shown outstanding First row: A. Marcus, M. Smith, A. Grodner, M. Miller, R. Tobin, F. Maresca, B. Jacobson, S. Zelt, A. Lattimore, S. Reese. Second row: S. Keller, T. Thatcher, C. Rae, P. Wormley, J. Slechta, J. Plum, R. Kelly, J. Voorhees, J. Baker, M. J. Peiffer, J. Mills, D. Nelson. Third row: §. Sumner, G. Moody, V. James, J. Lobrovick, S. Baroff, P. Palfi, C. Breen, R. Gra- ziano, T. Lowe, D. Black, D. Illig, Mrs. Monez. Fourth row: A. Weinberger, J. Hardin, C. Tripp, C. Seaman, J. Thurston, J. Weingart, A. Banks, C. Davis, B. Rhodes, C. Persinger, D. Kellog, L. Bryant, C. Cloer. interest and ability. PROJECTIQN� CLUB The Visual Aids De- partment enables teachers to use more instructional material. The students, under the supervision of Mr. Jump, operate much of the visual aid equip- ment in P.H.S. The squad consists of sixty-five stu- dents. First row: R. Noyes, I. Cro- wetz, G. Saitz, P. Hannagan, D. Schoengold, M. Tarbey, N. Brown. Second row: N. Rath- borne, R. LaRue, J. Schreyack, A. DeCristoforo, P. Wormley, H. Jump. Third row: R. Or- gan, N. Hinman, G. Johnson, L. Crawford, P. Camacho. GES @LUe Sponsored by Edwin Faust, the Chess Club gives students who are interested in this game an oppor- tunity to compete against each other, exchanging techniques and ideas. §. Berta, J. Garrison, D. Grote, C. Kar- kutt, M. McKay, J. Okun, R. Peters, B. Savola, J. Sessler, R. Shapack, H. So- bel, R. Tobin. BAND Accompanied by the Cardinal Mascot and under the direction of Clarence J. Andrews, the music of the band was heard re- sounding at all P.H‘S. football games, student as- semblies, and other ac- tivities. Other perform- ances include the concert they presented this Spring. P. Acker, S. Babin, B. Bailes, K. Baker, H. Bellerjeau, C. Breen, P. Camacho, W. Carmichael, T. Conger, J. Cornetta, L. Crawford, H. Criswell, S. Deane, B. Doughty, R. Duncan, W. Dunn, D. Foster, D. Franklin, A. Gargano, B. Gill, U. Govahn, D. Hageman, H. Hageman, A. Hall, J. Hamilton, P. Ham- ilton, N. Herrold, T. Hopta, W. Hughes, K. Kunzman, G. Lane, C. LaPiere, J. Lavalle, T. Lopresti, T. Lowe, E. Lucas, E. Manasse, F. Maresca, N. McAloon, M. McKay, R. Mignella, J. O’Connor, B. Olmstead, C. Rae, W. Reese, D. Resnikoff, H. Schneider, D. Schoengold, J. Schreyach, H. Slechta, Bar- bara Smith, Brian Smith, G. Spevack, J. Steenson, J. Sumner, M. Sutton, J. Swaney, W. Swaney, M. Tepper, C. Tripp, M. Vossler, M. Waugh, J. Wells, K. Wells, T. Wolff, E. Worcester, R. Yohannan. TWIRLERS These girls can be seen “‘strut- ting’ in front of the P.H.S. band at every football game. They have developed many of their own stunts and routines. The twirlers are chosen from the Twirling Club according to ability to wield the baton. Mrs. Persinger is _ the sponsor, C. Perna, R. Releford, G. McCresh, M. Perna, IN.) Potcer; (Mi A. dibbard. 3G. Erholm. In front: B. Wilner. CHEERLEADERS The Cheerleaders, captained by Helen Kleinheksel, are the ‘‘livliest roup” in P.H.S. Their cheers can be heard leading us to victory at football and basketball games, pep rallies, and pep assemblies. Mrs. Bonte is the sponsor. First row: A. Dryer, N. Garrenger, B. Sundstrom, B. Testut. Second row: J. James, H. Kleinheksel, J. Schwartz, S. Walker. Third row: I. Nielsen, D. Ward, J. Davidson, B. Ingraham. SOCIAL DANCING CLUB Co-sponsored by Mrs. Nita Bonte and Abe Smith, the Social Dancing Club consists of freshmen only. There are four groups of boys and girls who have already mastered the fox trot, jitterbug, rhumba, tango, samba, and some square dancing. | «SEE EIEN ARK! FC Ree ————-4 4 ie , Zee near ae Seamer | eons - 2 ie] | | ‘Ce Re. ie a ill: i | | le fo a | |S Le « = sien oe” b TWIRLING CLUB The Twirling Club, under the supervision of Mrs, Persinger, has a membership of forty girls. At the end of the year, selections for the squad are made from the group. First row: B. Wilner, M. Nevines, C. Pompilio, B. Johnson, T. Carbonneau, M. Perna, R. Sargent. Second row: M. Scruggs, D. McNeely, G. Sizer, V. Wood- ruff, A. Cruse, B. Fox, J. Hahn. Third row: G. Fitzgerald, I. Shuha, N. Schnel- ler, M. Myers, G. Munro, C. Doty. Fourth row: H. Blocker, D. Anderson, R. Okun, M. Hibbard, S. Grob. Fifth row: R. Releford, M. Perna, M. Hibbard, N. Potter. ORCHESTRA The members of the P.H S. orchestra have become acquainted with standard orchestra music by playing it themselves and by hear- ing it gn recordings. Under Mr. Brown's direction the group played at the Senior Play and for one as- sembly program. First row: G. Spevack, J. De Flo, J. Pod- pora, L. DeCon. Second row: C. Goro- man, J. Rapps, R. Podpora. Third row: C. Tripp, D. Rajanok, B. Olmstead, C. Lech. Fourth row: J. Cornetta, D. Bar- roff, R. Mignella. SENIOR DRAMA First row: Miss Mixer, C. Gessner, J. Schwartz, J. Levy, S. Sum- ner, C. Gumina, S. Zelt, A. Grodner, B. Haver. Second row: L. Spiegel, P. Ingraham, T. Thatcher, V. James, N. Lecraw, S. Semer, H. Zagoria, B. Jacobson, B. Murray. Third row: K. Kuzman, B. The Senior Drama Club, sponsored by Miss Vir- ginia Mixer, offers thirty-five drama enthusiasts leader- ship in the dramatic activities of the school. During ey SOPHOMORE DRAMA CLUB ind a | wh First row: N. Clarke, L. Gordon, P. Rauer, J. Bernstein, G. Spevack, E. Barnes, N. Kamery, H. Fleishman, P. Guinta. Second row: T. Burke, M. Meyer, J. Kevitch, B. Friday, B. Littlejohn, R. Zukatis, J. Farber, C. Clark, M. Cosner. Third row: Mr. Sponsored by Robert Arthur, the Sophomore Drama Club practices throughout the year, learning stage craft and developing better acting ability. Highlighting the Lie a | See 4 BOO aueee) ian See Smith, S. Meyer, S. Worth, T. De Vico, R. Bottoms, M. Vossler. Fourth row: A. Weinberger, B. Burdick, B. Ilk, D. Kellogg, C. Tripp, B. Sundstrom, C. Daniel. Fifth row: D. Israelsky, L. Cohen, B. Holinger, S. Gerber, J. Weingart, J. Okun. club periods the members enjoy learning about the techniques of play production, including costumes, makeup, scenery, and characterization. This club is a representative to Plainfield’s Little Theater Council. Arthur, B. Smith, T. Read, D. Bley, J. Humphrey, D. Ward, S. Reiss, J. Rapps, M. Rosenberg. Fourth row: T. Foster, M. Levine, D. Crane, B. Levine, M. Donohue, D. Gallagher, M. Gonzalez, L. Beltrone, B. Walborn, E. Hinkley. year was the excellent performances by the group of “Mr. Lincoln’s Whiskers,” and Sir James Barrie’s “The Old Lady Shows Her Medals” in the Interclass Play Tournament. First row: Miss Kramer, N. Bloom, A. Della Peruti, J. DeSalvo, S. Hamer, W. Colvin, S. Neill, L. Schapiro. Second row: H. Rob- inson, D. Solomon, E. Hirsch, A. Marcus, H. Madresh, B. Mananba, G. Kelley, M. A. Runyon. Third row: J. McCarthy, J. Roman- The Junior Drama Club, sponsored by Miss Kramer, was composed of enthusiastic students who were in- terested in learning about the theater. They applied First row: Mr. Jeffers, J. Lynch, M. Unger, C. Turner, C. Far- ber, K. Wells, S. Jacob, E. Silverstein, N. Trabilsy, J. Viviano, S. Dunham, L. Katrausky, K. Crowe. Second row: L. Washington, N. Wissel, C. Brotman, F. Kramer, B. Walley, M. Goldrich, J. Berliner, B. Roberts, P. Gilmore, J. Gielespi, B. Sandbeck, E. Man- Teaching the fundamentals of acting to the Fresh- man Drama Club is the duty of Lance Jeffers. Indi- vidually the members gain confidence and poise by per- oa WN X) ox PRs ¥ h barns eS ‘ wy Meee eh, eee awe JU DRAMA CLUB ad Id. . E chek, S$. Wright, D. DiLonardo, J. Chernus, M. J. Peiffer, M. McCarthy, D. Reiner. Fourth row: C. Smith, S. Seltzer, K. Mar- tin, N. Stengal, P. Griesmeyer, B. Nielsen, S. Misiak. Fifth row: I. Abramson, M. Macofsky, D. Glass, R. Cohen, S. Rosenberg. age?” ‘4 their newly gained knowledge in the presentation of Opening Night’ and in their participation in the In- ter-Class Play Tournament. During the year the mem- bers enjoyed seeing two Broadway shows. ¥ ‘ } ‘ g FRESHMAN DRAMA CLUB nasse, P. Kahler. Third row: J. Peiffer, E. Hustus, C. Seitman, L. Hanzbaum, H. Waglow, M, Clark, A. Lyerly, D. Black, S. Christman, C. Simon, L. Hunter, E. Romer, C. Lindstrom, B. Hutchinson. Fourth row: S. Riveles, B. Vaught, S. Baer, D . Ras- musan, J. Pinn, S. Kulak, K. Bass, C. Ginden, B. Gill, D. Warner, J. Myers, J. Haywood, M. Engelking, B. Doughty, R. Grote. forming before the group. They learned to work effec- tively as a team by staging two productions for large audiences during the year. This club also made two trips to New York to attend Broadway productions. GIRLS' SWIMMING CLUB Any girl who enjoys swimming or desires in- struction in this sport 1s eligible to join the Girls’ Swimming Club, This club meets in club period on Wednesday and is spon- sored by Miss Audrey 4 aad sna 0 0 asicamaeiaail ee ee Joyce. First row: M. Sutton, J. Barron, L. Washington, D. McNuly, E. Wright, B. Bjorkman, C. Pompilia, B. Snedecker. Second row: Miss Joyce, L. Pilsen, E. Olson, B. Lewis, D. La Fererra, D. Pilsen, D. Bradbury, C. O’Conner, D. Myzie. Third row: D. Anderson, R. Okun, R. Roach, S. Baer, L. Hunter, M. Per- rine, M. Sutton, M. Branch, P. Newlon. GIRLS' LEADERS CLUB Junior and senior girls selected for their person- ality, potential qualities of leadership, and past gym record participate in the Girls’ Leaders Club under the guidance of Mrs. Ruth B. King. These students assist the gym teachers in calling oll, handling equipment, and taking oc- casional classes. First row: A. Worcester, S. Marston, C. Foley, W. Colvin, G. Curry, M. Macllroy, P. Miller, R. Pod- pora, M. McHugh, B. Sumner, M. Perna. Second row: Mrs. R. King, M. McCarthy, B. Smith, P. Sindall, P. Feuerlein, M. Runyon, J. McCarthy, E. Skucas, M. Pollison, J. Sessler, H. Kleinheksel, J. De Salvo, S. Neill. Third row: B. Sauer, M. Witteman, J. Davies, C. Good, M. Royster, M. Smith, B. Bowers, N. Lecraw, B. Jacobson, L. Klimko, B. Comolli. Fourth row: J. Lobrovick, M. Vossler, A. Dreyer, S. Walker, J. Hutchinson, C. Kleinheksel, M. Grygent, M. Maye, M. Kersting, C. Chadwick, J O'Conner, M. Regan. Fifth row: J. Boruch, J. Jacoby, N. Neilson, C. Iannotta. OFFICIATING CLUB The Officiating Club enables girls, com- petent and interested in sports, to learn how to referee games such as basketball and softball. These trained girls practice their skill in gym classes, at intramural high school tournaments, and at local elementary school games. This club is under the di- rection of Miss Audrey Joyce. First row: Miss Joyce, C. Gerdsen, S, Lostbourne, S. Deane, M. Soell, B. Cangelosi. Second row: B. Newland, M. Polisson, N. Riley, P. Jackson. Third row: C. Cabbell, N. Bellerjeau, M. Regan, P. Mc- Creesh, P. Feuerlein. Fourth row: N. Oakes, A. MacDonald, L. Bryant. PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB This is only the second year of this club’s exist- ence, but the members can boast of their own dark- room and equipment with which to work. For the beginners, George Huettl, club adviser, and the more advanced students give thorough explanations of the fundamentals of pic- ture taking. First row: Mr. Heuttle, S. Grillo, R. Ford, T. Mitchell. Second row: R. Anderson, B. Mignella, R. Osgan, S. Lurie, B. Swerdloff. Third row: J. Coran, H. Schneider, R. Peters, E. Johnston. Fourth row: M. Brown, A. Liebowitz, J. Bryant, T. Lopresti, D. Hard. Fifth row: D. Glueck, L. Marks, L. Linke. SPORTS APPRECIATION Eugene Hubka sponsors this club, which is for those boys who are unable to display their interest in sports by participation in the after-school athletics. They are able to discuss their many views on differ- ent sports. First row: R. Wright, F. Zoppo, M. Kadesh, J. Pierce, B. Capua, W. Bauer, R. Crockett. Second row: D. Curran, D. Richie, J. Antonopoulous, N. Bloom, L. Hinton. Third row: I. Bloom, M. Eber, D. Mallery, A. Gile, R. Sullman. Fourth row: Mr. Hubka, S. Berta, R. Bergamann. BOYS’ COOKING The boys in the Cooking Club, sponsored by Mrs. de Versterre, seem to enjoy ‘‘hav- ing their fingers in every pie.” They have elected a chief chef who, with two other members of the club, plan their weekly menus. By the end of the year, the boys plan to prepare a well-balanced meal. First row: Mrs. DeVersterre, G. Violde, H. Richard, A. Verdicchio, H. Schneider, J. Wright. Second row: J. Lyons, A. Conger, A, Wohl, R. Apgar, F. Hall. Third row: B. Whitcomb, H. Henn, R. Walt, R. Worth. First row: Mr. Nelson, P. Daley, J. Schreyach, H. Runyon, J. Hesse. Second row: L. Craw- ford, W. Hughes, P. Renz, T. Cosgrove, G. Watters. First row: O. Bailey, L. Towles, M. A. Fredericks, L. Jackson, A. Lurie, C. Miller. Second row: §S. Batts, B. Glick, M. Branch, C, Lewis, B. Finocchio. Third row: R. Vranas, J. Simpson, W. Allen, B. Bailes, S. Benke, Miss Firth. -Fourth row: D. Crane, P. Adamson, H. Abrames, A. Hester. Fifth row: W. Adams, C. Harris. First row: Mr. Pearson, H. Hageman, P. Renz, J. Fromm. Second row: G. Kinsey, M. Glass, E. Plata, R. Picot, J. Totten. Third row: H. Hageman, M. Lustig, S. Babin, G. Ocskovic. Fourth row: D. Brunner, H. Henn. STAGE ELECTRICIANS When the lights slowly revolve around the featured performer in one of our assemblies, you can be sure that the skilled hand of one of the stage electricians is guiding the rays. Mr. Nelson, along with his well-trained crew, makes évery assembly, dance and outside event more pleasant to watch. RECREATIONAL GAMES The only requirement for mem- bership in the Recreational Games Club is a desire to learn and a spirit of good sportsmanship. Members learn various games which are useful in many ways and serve as another means of occupying leisure time. The advisor for this club is Miss Florence Firth. RADIO GRUB To become a member of the well equipped Radio Club, Mr. John J. Pearson, club director, re- quires only that the prospective members have a sincere interest in radio ham activities. These boys learn to use and repair intricate radio sets. A Club Station license is the main achievement for 1956. LIBRARY COUNCIL To devote their study periods to working in the library and to study the techniques of the library are the two goals set by the members of the Library Council, which is under the supervision of Miss Miller. FUTURE MEA GTIERS The purpose of this club is to acquaint students with the many aspects of teaching as a profession, and to instill in these students the spirit of wanting to help youth by passing culture on to the next gen- eration. This hard-working group is under the leadership of Mary Ann Witteman, president, and Mr. Norris, advisor. NURSING CLUB The Nursing Club, under the direction of Miss Breeza, a nurse at Muhlenberg Hospital, gives many girls information about nursing as a profession. One main activity this year was to obtain information about various nursing schools in the country. One visitor this year was a representative from the American Cancer Society. First row: B. Dower, B. Hurdle, J. Eodice, J. Fowler, B. Jeremiason, D. Villani, J. Frank, J. Blaudek, E. Hartrum, M. Clarb, C. Iverson, H. Hubbard, A. Della Peruti. Second row: C. de Freitas, P. Rauer, I. Yorlano, J. Alexander, B. MacDougall, D. Dadd, C. Martz, J. Berlini, J. Pope, J. Randall, A. Timpson, J. Shuha. Third row: J. Romanchek, H. Goldrich, P. Roddy, J. Villani, M. White, L. Lee, L. Hanigan, G. Kessler, M. Dungee, M. Klaas, C, Coor- sen, R. Surburg, L. Nechin. Fourth row: S. Testa, R. Russo, H. Sunker, H. Skucas, N. Coates, G. Kelly, B. White, M. De Marco, K. Baker, B. Breuhaus, R. Grote, J. Nadler. Fifth row: M. Chabok, N. Schneller, C. Collins, $. Varian, R. Shapack, B. Olmstead, H. Quart, P. Culhane, H. Solel, G. Peterson, C. Judson, $. Crawford, J. Millard. First row: W. Cleaver, L. Martz, E. Bassoff, L. Mayor, S. Knecht, J. Frank, R. Robinovitz. Second row: J. Hamlett, C. O’Connor, L. Cohen, D. Myzie, J. Randall, L. Hanigan, J. Truempy. Third row: A. Morola, C. Leech, C. Jassa, D. Horel, J. Alexander, M. Lambert- son, B. Artis. Fourth row: Mr. Norris, J. Sherman, A. Borowski, A. Bohanen, M. A. Witte- man, M. MacFarland, J. Gondyke, G. Cloer. Ay : @ ae ae ‘ ‘eg © ; | : i _s oe Se SS a a ee First row: Miss Breza, P. Acker, J. Pope, C. O’Connor, E. Mastroianni, C. Green, D. Voneil- lani, J. Manna, C. Adams. Second row: B. Prince, J. Freeman, R. Carden, S. Sims, M. Anderson, J. Adams, L. Eater, S. Jennings, I. Trotter. Third row: H. Atkins, A. Peterson, B. Smith, C. Nichuck, C. Hailey, G. Buck, R. Gilmore, C. Weigman. Fourth row: C. Per- kins, N. Held, I. Danneial, P. Click, D. Taylor, R. Taylor, J. Wiltkens, A. Sims. site ae NEEDLEWORK SEWING The members of the Sewing Needlework Club, who were under the supervision of Miss Galushka, learned various types of em- broidery. After mastering the fundamentals, the girls applied their knowledge in making napkins, dress towels, pillow cases, and dres- er scarfs. First row: ‘T. Fowler, D,. Rovai, S. Driscoll, J. Crockett, D. Piscitelli, Miss Galushko. Second row: D. Jaeger, C. Thomas, J. Podpora, P. Roddy, G. Wood, M. Costello. Third row: P. Black, M. Axam, P. Sullivan, D. Rebmann, D. Sterphone. Fourth row: P. Courtney, G. Bar- nett, D. Robinson, J. Brown, J. Banks. GENERAL SEWING This club, under the direction of Mrs. De Versterre, is designed to help the girls learn how to alter clothes and sew complete garments. The club has a membership of twenty-five gitls who have an in- terest in dressmaking. First row: §. Cassett, H. Mannion, E. Burgess, B. Holland, J. Cassett, Mrs. de Versterre. Second row: B. Burgess, J. Bar- ron, G. Smith, E. Wormley, V. Bailey, J. Washington. Third row: S. Davis, F. Crews, M. Guen, B. Wilkens, D. A. Frank- lin. Fourth row: P. Hickey, D. Daves. First row: C. Barlow, B. Eshleman, G. Curry, F. Sandelier, A. M. Lautz, J. Eodice. Second row: Miss Clawson, M. O’Brien, B. Sauer, J. Seal, S$. Marston, C. Hamer. Third row: S. Schmidt, B. Johnson, J. O’Conner, C. Bjorkman, J. Nenmann. Fourth row: J. Jacoby, B. Young, A. Parks. RED GROSS Twenty-four members of the Red Cross Club under the guidance of Miss Margaret Clawson, are given the opportunity to serve the Red Cross in our community, Their projects included making nut cups and decorations for the hospitals in this vicinity and sending boxes of food to foreign countries. ASTRONOMY CLUB Students interested in the scien- tific study of the sun, moon, stars, and other heavenly bodies are part of the Astronomy Club, under the supervision of Arthur W. Smith. The boys are striving to complete the assembly of their telescope by the end of the year. First row: B. Savola, P. Hierl, R. Gaine, D. Clement, L. Wineburgh, R. Cainey, C. de Freitas, D. Grossman, C. Bencivenga. Second row: K. Boker, L. Varian, J. Wells, C. Kerkutt, B. Apgar, R. Bencivenga, C. Bivona, J. Vecchio. Third row: R. Yohannan, T. Martins, R. Veght, D. McFarland, K. Van Reekum, J. Hines, T. Hoyt. Fourth row: H. McGoldick, D. Conger, S. Sheckman, H. Lesko. =a Soak can ae 2 Be On a | , CLUB Enthusiasm, curiosity, and am- bition aroused in biology classes were the stimuli for Miss Helen Moore’s and Richard Booher’s divisions of the Biology Club. The main objectives of each club were to give the student a chance to be- come acquainted with the field of biology, to find his interests, and to develop them. Fir st row: J. Nevins, J. Schrager, J. Fahner, W. Clash, C. Lucas, J. Berry, C. Beehan, H. Richter. Second row: P. Coulter, J. Coyle, A. Davidson, H. Sinker, C. Bertolacci, S$. Delant, Z. Lescyzinski, J. Golub. Third row: Miss Moore, M. Mazurkiewicz, W. Surbug, J. Nagengast, J. Hardin, F. Herrmann, N. Neilson, Mr. Booher. Fourth row: E. Cislo, W. Bare- ford, W. Streeton. First row: Miss Pratt, P. Hamilton, A. La Rossa, J. Kramer, P, Levine, J. Baker, A. Leap. Second row: J. James, S. Walker, J. Huxel, S$. De Fonza, J. Kramer, H. Richard. Third row: J. Brody, G. Buckelmueller, B. Curreri, C. Delaney, M. Stonehill. Fourth row: A. Conger, M. Wallace, S. Smith, F. Switky, A. Webber. FRENCH CLUB The French Club, sponsored by Mademoiselle Pratt, is open to all second and third year French stu- dents who find enjoyment in speak- ing the native tongue of France. The members combine fun and knowledge in this Friday activity by participating in typical French folk dances, games, and plays. —— eee BOYS’ SWIMMING For fellows who savor the smeil of chlorine water, Boys’ Swimming Club is just the thing. Under the competent direction of Edward J, Burns and Nich olas Chrisicos, the fifty members of the club enjoy the P.H.S. pool while they learn a few pointers about swimming. HUNTING First row: Mr. Crisicos, C. Stevens, H. Clark, J. McHugh, A. Deangelis, A. Howell, M. Triano, M. Galasso, J. Legat, D. Jones, L. Twine, P. Holleran, J. Amuda, C, Price. Second iow: Mr. Burns, T. Brown, J. McLean, P. Wormley, R. Brantley, D. Surbrug, R. Cecllins, B. AND FISHING Jenkins, D. Henn, W. Brown, I. Bloom, G. Denliker, B. Adams. Third row: R. Goldberg, J. McDougall, R. Twine, R. Hith, R. Clark, D. Dean, R. Reyes, W. Nichols, R. Lee, L. Newman, W. Burgess, R. Duncan. Fourth row: J. Bechtle, J. Grant, B. Delaney, E. Lynch, The Hunting and Fishing Club F. Cwicka, P. King,.B. Whitcomb, R. Walt, J. O'Sullivan, R. Jennings, D. Jones. has had experts from each of the sports come in to explain the tech- niques of their sport. The club has seen films and has had demon- strations on hunting and fishing skills. Clarence A. Andrews and Edison R. Burden supervise the activity. First row: K. Smith, D. Harms, C. Wor- cester, R. De Camp, R. Horn, C. Farmer, D. Lloyd, G. Denton, J. Schaafsma, L. Gottlick, J. Werlock, H. Gary. Second row: Mr. Burden, A. Hall, R. Smith, J. Hesse, M. Sinker, J. Fitzgerald, R. Schwartz, W. Dunn, B. Weider, J. Ham- ilton, L. Winkler, W. Vail. Third row: R. Eustice, W. Apgar, L. Fusco, D. Du- beck, A. Mazet, S. Marsh, R. Johnson, S. Kern, J. Wood, J. Malajat. Fourth row: R. Tramer, W. Farr, M. Decker, J. Gal- braith, D. Prococci, P. Bennett, J. O’Keefe, T. Bremble, H. Runyon. First row: D, Toresco, J. Harris, W. Krystopik, T. Smith, R. Cox, A. Edwards, R. Venezia. Second row: T. Santaguida, G. Martino, F. Podinker, P. Liske, W. Slouer, R. Rohland, A. Furino. Third row: A. Meola, A. Di Dario, R. Waugh, J. Wright, J. Donnelly, J. Gard, H. Cabbell. Fourth row: J. Puglisi, F. Hall, P. Inskeep, T. Butts, W. Roach. Fifth row: Mr. Smith, J. Stepp, R. Coury. FOOTBALL CLUB The Football Club, sponsored by Coach Abe Smith, offers gridiron enthusiasts an opportunity to dis- cuss and watch football movies, while learning the skills and tech- niques of this sport. This year the boys surprised the Varsity team with a party. iy ie A ONS | Be ONEWS BUREAU The main objective of the News Bureau, sponsored by Miss Alice Egan, is to publicize in the Courier-News the important activi- ties and honors of P.H.S. Member- ship, which does not require taking a coufse in journalism, is on a voluntary basis. CLASSICAL LEAGUE With Mrs. Ellen M. Stubbs, D. Sol Po Levine, A.M Bae ety ee ce “ Acar State Chairman of the New Jersey j : ; ; ; ; ‘i ‘ adio, B. Plante, : : 1 HE an geen Mee: H. Robinson, $ DeBonna,C. Lie N. Lecraw, B. Junior Classical League, and Miss Gantert, M. Rosenberg, R. Lurie, L. Gordon, J. Martin. Third row: S. Rosenberg, L. Linke, Eleanor Horn as co-directors, it is R. Levine, A. Bohanon, J. Gartenberg, D. Kellogg, C. Seaman, J. Hardin. no wonder that our chapter of the Junior Classical League ranks first in New Jersey. This year all the members from freshmen to seniors looked forward to the State Con- vention at Rutgers and the Na- tional Convention in Oxford, Ohio. First row: N. Mendell, B. Boice, A. Lautz, N. Kamery, C. Procter, J. Desvernine, .G. Spevack, K. Stewart, M. Tepper, B. Little- john, T. Haynesworth, B. Herzog, H. Waglow, C. Bertolacci. Second row: F. Switky, C. Seitman, L. Flanzbaum, C. Si- mon, A, Lyerly, P. Ragland, J. Washing- ton, K. Bjorkman, L. Kuritsky, L. Gordon, M. Etkin, D, Hubert, M. Glass, $. Craw- ford. Third row: J. Kramer, J. Fahmer, J. Shrager, N. Clarke, C. Jassa, D. Messler, E. Coe, B. Breuhaus, M. Dunger, L. Bet- trone, C. Collings, E. Horowitz, M. Levine. Fourth row: W. Bauford, M. Rosenberg, D. Dielabanty, A. Pocorola, M. Lambert- son, R. Lurie, J. Manna, J. Baher, E. Olm- stead, J. Voorhees, R. Levine, S. Baer, R. Okun, S. Riviles. Fifth row: C. Gindin, M. Wing, E. Hinkley, M. Gonzalez, E. Mann, G. Ravutsky, E. Marder, J. Banks, L. Bryant, E. Apgar, E. Baehr, D. Res- nikoff, C. Tasser, R. Corrigan. First row: F. Mikell, M. Smart, S. Gross, B. Boise. Second row: R. Faso, L. Smith, D. Belkin. Third row: M. Binns, W. Bellerjeau, J. Cangelosi, N. Maas. Fourth row: I. Neilsen, L. Fuller, $. Crawford. ShelGr CLUB The sketch club, under the di- rection of Mrs. Marjorie McCon- nell, gives students interested in aft a chance to practice their skill with many different materials. In addition to show-case work, many students work on __ individual projects for their own pleasure and profit. TRACK CLUB The Track Club, under the super- vision of Mr. M. Brown, is learn- ing the fundamentals of all sports with emphasis on track education. They have seen films and have had talks on sports. The Track Club has proposed to visit. one large in- door track meet. OF gas First row: D. Tebbs, S. Berkowitz, R. Regnault, P. Hanson, B. Lefler, M. Sabino. Second row: J. Sumner, L. Grey, T. Jeffress, M. Folk, R. Green, N. Dern. Third row: B. Van Dunk, R. Sraith, E. Anderson, T. Curry, W. Tompson, R. Taylor. Fourth row: Y. Gray, W. Lyles, ui a a Serene S. Longo. Fifth row: D. Pearson, W. Scott, F. Nadier, F. Roach, U N DERSTAN DING : h PEOPLE The club, Understanding People, is new this year, and is directed by Dr. L. Kesner, the school psychol- ogist. A better understanding of our fellow man is the main ob- jective of this club. The club’s projects have been psychological ex- periments, social dramas, panel dis- cussions on teen-age problems, and various types of aptitude testing. First row: B. Baroff, E. Ross, R. Lurie, B. Sims, J. Visbrock, K. Darrar, J. Ko- rany. Second row: A. Ciampa, J. Mills, M. Skucas, E. Skucas, L. Mills, L. Kurit- sky, D. Huppert. Third row: Dr. Kessler, Adviser; C. O’Conner, M. Maye, J. Davies, C. Duncan, B. Horwitz, R. Dunbar, E. Babb. Fourth row: M. Deady, M. Man- della, D. Cray, D. Diso, J. Lobrovick. First row: Mrs. King, J. Higgins, S. Abel, P. Fell, S. Ely, L. Anastasia. Second row: D. Bark, C. Bust, E. Bowman, B. Importico, A. Timpson. Third row: A. Ellis, P. Freeman, P. Hum- mel, B. Gibriano, M. Miller. Fourth row: J. Hoff, L. Oxman, B. Kassey, J. Portico, R. McKay. Fifth row: B. Golden, L. Muller, B. Reeves, M. Cuifo, P. Rajanok. FASHIONS AND PERSONALITY Students in Fashion and Person- ality Club, under the supervision of Mrs. Ruth B. King, planned a program of study of the fine points of good grooming, posture, and personality. As a part of this year's agenda, they had movies and guest speakers. OLD TESTAMENT CLUB Under the direction of Miss Elizabeth Hageman, the Old Testa- ment Club is open to all students who are interested in the Bible and what it has to say to young people. Student leaders and committees as- sist in planning the weekly pro- grams and activities which consist of studying chosen chapters, watching motion pictures of the ciate EXSY Old Testament, and hearing reps First row: W. Brown, R. Green, J. Manna, J. Chapman, Pat Gordon, R. Capron. Second row: side speakers. B. Morris, B. Clarke, C. Voorhees, C. Griggs, C. Dickerson, Miss Hageman. Third row: G. Peterson, J. Brown, M. Martin, F. Watson, I. Hall, A. Gibson. Fourth row: L. Nechin, BUSINESS L, Chapnian UR? Good ah. Auacie MACHINES CLUB The modern office machines found in the Commercial Office are at the disposal of the members of the Business Machines Club: Under the direction of Miss Nora Cona- hey, the students have the oppor- tunity to familiarize themselves with the various machines, then work for speed and accuracy. First row: Miss Conahey, M. Crescenti, J. Park, T. Serido, L. Bengivenga. Second row: M. Smith, Q. Wilkins, M. Longo, F, Barr, J. Behan. Third row: R. John- son, R. Nittoli, E. Ackerman, N. Menger. Fourth row: S. Kriney, L. Buchowski. First row: J. Picquadio, P. Caulfield, A. Rosa, N. Johnson, C. Kerns, N. Quelly, E. Dummer, C. Diana, C. Bower, B. McShea. Second row: Q. Mack, L. Owstrowski, E. Cahill, L. Dellapoli,. M. Pfyffe, B. Golden, S, Dudley, F. Wood, J. Verdicchio, D. DiDario, C. Burke. Third row: A. Thirsty, L. Williams, C. Carfaro, M. L. Cortese, S. Testa, C. Wifred, J. Trapicone, M. Foster, M. Smith, $. Ochat. Fourth row: E. Messimer, $. DiNuzzio, J. Ravutskey, G. Moody, C. Leavy, E. Mondulick, C. Harrington, M. Romm, J. Mingione, D. Lester. Fifth row: B. Draper, G. Hoyle, N. Howell, J. Evans, A. Jeffress, J. Hammond, M. Dickerson, D. Platt, G. Gantert, H. Quant, B. Rasmussen. TYPING CLUB The two Typing Clubs are under the direction of Mrs. Wotherspoon and Mrs. Wyer. The members of the club use their club periods for ractice to improve their speed. he members may also use the club period to make up back homework and type papers for other classes. tte OO d = S Q AY) wed ene ‘ . i ses Bib Loe any — oe “Autumn Leaves” be Second helping on the way The position in life is everything “Dompened Spia'ls The gonqs a hese PUMP ee woes senna nan, Ay | | : : S — . ce a . he one Thal afdn'l gel away - C'mon in he. wate’ s oo . awe Dean cule ° what a catch! Ragges, bat nl ak ‘Ss Panty and there was th | “Tell me a Wea “PSI PLAINFIELD HIGH 7 ye Music aud hyeiic b Clark Gesner Dedicaled 4 the Class of 1956 ody: ee do Cc - viry “thing we : - membered, al- ways your fame will ving in fame tlet lives fov- Plan - Sield High, yours is 2 raise their [124] 1956 MILESTONE STAFF EDITORIAL Editoertntet tepals eh ioe ag eae tree Betty Burdick Assistant EdiOr-I-0Dtey endo ane ere een Acie Pat Hamilton Photography EGUOr 2000 ccs cepa ered te ee Cynthia Rae Lifer any: GO-Cd 1tOWS cra seatisonn shee cea Diane Illig and Faye Mikell Apt EAHO$ 2 oie chi oasis eee pect eee Judy Levy Boys? S ports Eid HO as, 6 i crater te, eta tae eee ee Ken Kunzman Girls Spotts EGION oso tek ese ete yee Carolyn Daniel Typing’ BQH ot) sie ak eae eee etiacren Re Angela LaRossa Copy BAH OF (2 ule hs Reve ahenshh ceaicereie aa amor Jeannette Mills Faculty Adgiser | cosdccumetacte aeption eae etree James O. Berman eee KOR KK Student Photographer: s52.. cece tin ane acon Wilson Gulick Assistant Photography Ear stints tated he eenelats Terry Thatcher ASSISIANE AGE EDUOP rhe ha aie ose eee Harry Schneider Assistant: Boye Sports BA OV onc cete bone eee Marshall Macofsky Assistant T9Pin GBA iHOn sic cis cthoertyisigretonay nanan an eer Naomi Bloom AAS SISLARE COPY GE AIOO ee oh ccna sirens ee ee Barbara Patlen STAFF Betsy Ahrens, Eleanor Babb, Barbara Baroff, Sheldon Baroff, Joanne Brody, Carolyn Cloer, Danielle DiLonardo, Ernest Farmer, Terrill Foster, Abby Grodner, Marietta Grygent, Doris Huppert, Jinny James, Mary Johnson, Mary Kersting, Phyllis Levine, Carol Loomar, Harriet Madresh, Jane Merritt, Marilyn Miller, Rosalie Nittoli, Joan O'Conner, Rita Okun, Christina Perna, Sandra Rappaport, Harriet Robinson, Carol Saindon, Florence Sandelier, Carol Seaman, Davida Solomon, Gail Spevack. BUSINESS Business; Manager 20 kescoda peghorn tet sameness Gail Dickman Advertising CRAiMEON ecccccrcrcnccensve Barbara Curreri, Brent Mauro, and Steve Werlock Patrons: Chairman cit) 1 Ned ee cece eee Judy Luria Baculty Adviser jo eee fase en nee Miss Frances Lord STAFF Eunice Apgar, Ginny Barlow, Janet Bernstein, Susan Crawford, Sandra DiNuzzio, Molly Donahue, Sue Fickett, Hilda Fleishman, Charles Fitch, Ilene Gartenberg, Betty Haver, Joan Huxel, Susan Miller, Judy Mingione, Barbara Murray, Nancy Oakes, Lorraine Ostrowski, Norma Potter, Marie Ronzo, James Shrager, Barbara Sims, Margaret Smart, Dotty Voogd, Helene Zagoria. WE THANK... Our advertisers for their belief in our school and our student body. Their financial support of this publication makes this cherished book avail- able to a larger number of our pupils. We are grateful, as future citizens of this community, for their confidence in us. THE: SMART DRESSER Ben Statler John Franks G. O. Kellers, Inc. 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Werlock Mr. John Yaskin Mr. and Mrs. Jerome Zelt CONGRATULATIONS TORTRIE. GEASS s@RUS6 STAVID ENGINEERING Incorporated U.S. Highway 22 Plainfield, New Jersey There are four sorts of men: He who knows not and knows not he knows not: he is a fool—shun him; He who knows not and knows he knows not: he is simple—teach him. He who knows and knows not he knows: he is asleep —wake him; He who knows and knows he knows: he is wise—follow him. Lady Burton, In Life of Sir Richard Burton SCOTT'S Shoes for Toum and Country Quimby At Central WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY MRS. WAGNER'S PIES G. O. KELLER’S For Better Dry Cleaning In Plainfield It’s 0 buna 49 YEARS OF FRIENDLY SERVICE TAYLOR’S JEWELRY STORE 115 Park Avenue Plainfield 6-0820 PLAINFIELD, NEW JERSEY Compliments of MARKAY BAGS, Inc. Compliments of JOHN FRANKS Compliments of MATTHEWS FURNITURE CO. 316 West Front Street TO THE GRADUATING CLASS, PLAINFIELD HIGH SCHOOL You have reached a milestone in your career. So did Henry Rossiter Worthington over a century ago when he designed the first direct-acting steam pump. Today the company which bears his name produces engineering products . .. for piping oil and gas . . . for harnessing steam on land and sea... for constructing roads and tunnels . . . for pumping liquids . . . for freezing food and conditioning air. You probably know that Worthington is world-wide. But you may not know that the chances are—the clothes you wear—the food you eat—the train, boat or plane you travel on—the electricity you use—the water you drink—include somewhere a portion of Worthington’s engineering skill, quality manufacture and service to mankind. We like to think that the abilities and skills of Worthington people reach into every home in the land—and make them better places in which to live. We at Worthington extend our sincere congratulations to you and wish you every success in your further studies and in your career. Compliments of J. G. MULFORD COMPANY REAL ESTATE AND INSURANCE Our 80th Year of Service to Plainfield and vicinity 201 Park Avenue PL 6-5800 Congratulations to the Graduating Class from the PARENT -TEACHERS ASSOCIATION 1955-56 To develop between educators and the general public such united ef- forts as will secure for every child the highest advantages in physical, mental, social, and spiritual education. MUHLENBERG HOSPITAL SCHOOL OF NURSING PLAINFIELD, NEW JERSEY Muhlenberg Hospital offers a three-year course in Nursing to qualified high school graduates. 425-bed hospital. The School of Nursing is approved by the New Jersey Board of Nursing and is fully accredited by the Accredit- ing Service of the National League for Nursing. Classes admitted annually in September. Write THE DIRECTOR OF NURSING for information. SUNNI HELEN JUDY NANCY BEST WISHES TO THE CLASS, OF 1936 From the Cheerleaders ANDREA SUE JANET BARBARA INGRID BARBARA A Tel. PL 6-0796 Grand Wish for a Grand Success to the Class of ’56 of PHS. GRAND DRUG K. Gordon, Ph.G. ee mm AY zy, 34 Years of Customer Satisfaction KKAAM AH LAAN AK WR AREER 327-329 WEST FRONT STREET RAYMOND LEMBKE OBRIG, Pres. Established 1842 GALL LEMBKE or Ned Ine Prescription Opticians 633 Park Avenue Plainfield, N. J. | oh IK, Cae OR INE ane? servin New Jersey since Pices- 1100 rings pins medals excellent design skilled charms craftsmanship cups superb pisause quality trophies YOUR CLASS JEWELER DOVE GIES moar (CIE US BOSTON 17 JOHN STREET, NEW YORK 8, N. Y. PROVIDENCE MANUFACTURING JEWELERS PLainfield 5-1746 LOUIS E. SAFT Prescription Optician 8 624 Park Avenue Plainfield, New Jersey Compliments of SCOTT’S Jewelers Silversmiths 609 Park Avenue Steamship Tickets — Airline Tickets Cruises and Tours Plainfield, New Jersey THE CAROLI TRAVEL BUREAU 123 North Avenue Plainfield, New Jersey JOHN C. APGAR, Owner Plainfield 6-2613 Our Congratulations and Best Wishes to the Class of 1956 THE PLAINFIELD SAVINGS BANK “The School Savings Bank’”’ FRONT STREET AT PARK AVENUE Member Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Founded J. D. LOIZEAUX LUMBER COMPANY 861 South Ave., Plainfield PLainfield 6-1776 BUILDING MATERIALS - MILLWORK LUMBER - HARDWARE - PAINTS Flowers” NY Event Wir infield, N. in A ue -2286 314 Park MV infield 6-2 Style Ave 09 cytes Se une field 4-99 123- : 205 Park Ave. PL 6-1899 THE PARK FLORIST 613 Park Avenue Between 6th 7th Plainfield, Nees. JUST A REMINDER Headquarters for A. G. Spalding Bros. Saddle Oxfords and Strollers VAN ARSDALE’s Good Footwear Since 1887 BROOKS MUSIC SHOP Records Pop's Rhythm Blues . Jazz Telephone PL 6-1148 MARY GOODWIN 620 Park Avenue Plainfield, Naw, Compliments of LUSTIG’S 196 East Front St. Dresses - Formals Coats - Sportswear SAL HAIRDRESSER PLainfield 5-4745 STS PERMANENT WAVE SPECIAL! Sal De Salvo. Stylist Morris Bldg.) Plainfield, N. af 40 Somerset St, ( 415 Park Avenue PL 6-7900 Plainfield, N. J. T. H. FULTON Frigidaire SALES - SERVICE Compliments of PHILIP KOPLOWITZ Jersey Tire Co. Hy PL 6-1766 HYMAN KADESH Real Estate Insurance 347 Somerset Street North Plainfield PL 4-4449 ROLLERSON-HAHR General Contractors 432 West 2nd Street PLainfield 6-5115 V. M. WINTERMUTE Television Center, Inc. 341 Park Ave. Plainfield, N. J. PLainfield 6-2330 Television MERLE RADIO CO. Auto Radio 110 East Seventh Street Plainfield, New Jersey PLainfield 6-3544 Compliments of I. BLOOM SONS Contracting Painters Decorators 307 West 4th Street THE RECORDER PRESS Complete Printing Service 510 Watchung Avenue Plainfield, N. J. “We'll Furnish Proof” Best Wishes to the Class of 1956 PLAINFIELD PLATING CO. J. A. Hedrich Son 51st YEAR Silversmithing — Silver Plating — Gold Plating Repairing — Polishing — Lacquering Sheffield Restored Art objects of gold, silver, bronze, and brass restored. Custom Sterling Route 22 Green Brook, New Jersey ELiot 6-0370 128 Liberty Street Plainfield, New Jersey PLainfield 6-4210 From Our Farm For Somé of the Finest in Dairy Products Call SCHMALZ DAIRY FARM Established Over 40 Years Plainfield 6-2277 Millington 7-0025 Compliments Compliments of of HANEWALD’S BAKERY FRIEND 120 E. Front St. Plainfield, N. J. PL 6-5291 PARK AVENUE TEA ROOM Lunch - Supper - Snacks 625 Park Avenue Plainfield, N. J. DAVID M. ACKEN, Prop. Compliments Compliments of of THE SEVEN-UP BOTTLING CO., PICKWICK DELICATESSEN BAKERY of Plainfield, N. J. PL 7-2007 Air Conditioned LICHEE RESTAURANT Chinese and American Fine Food All Kinds of Orders Made Up to Take Home SPECIAL FAMILY DINNER GRUNING’S SERVED AT ANY HOUR Open Daily from 11 A.M. to 12 P.M. 205 East Fifth Street Saturday to 1:30 A.M.—Sundays and Holidays 12 Noon to Midnight 266 West Front St. Plainfield, N. J. Compliments of Free Delivery PL 6-6695 BELVIDERE PHARMACY S. Swerdloff, R.Ph. DRUGS - PRESCRIPTIONS COSMETICS 1101 South Avenue At Netherwood R.R. Station BREYER’S ICE CREAM CO. Division National Dairy Products Corporation Newark - New York Philadelphia - Washington 444 Raymond Boulevard Newark 5, N. J. Compliments of THOMAS FURNITURE CO. 226 Park Ave. Plainfield, N. J. PLainfield 5-5600-1 Sports Equipment For Every Sport DREIER’S Plainfield’s Leading Sporting Goods Store 215 WEST FRONT STREET PLAINFIELD, NEW JERSEY Phone PLainfield 4-7777 KANDY SHOPPE 113 Watchung Avenue PLainfield 6-2392 (you cant BUY ) FINER ICE CREAM } SURPRISE STORE 168 East Front Street Plainfield, N. J. PL 6-466] PL 6-4662 PAUL J. STEPINA PL 6-3926 BERT’S HOBBYART Authorized Train Repair Station Toys - Planes - Arts Tricks - Models - Trains Crafts - Hobbies - Novelties 412 Watchung Ave. Plainfield, N. J. oe Best Of SINCERITY TO THE CLASS OF ’56 FROM THE KINGS DAUGHTERS JR. CIRCLES ; ji) ese Congratulations and the best of luck! We at Lorstan are proud of the part we have had in helping to make your classbook a permanent reminder of your school years, recording with photo- graphs one of the happiest and most exciting times of your life! We hope that, just as you have chosen us as your class photographer, you will continue to think of Lorstan Studios when you want photographs to help you remember other momentous days to come! When you choose Lorstan portraits, you are sure of the finest craftsmanship at the most moderate prices! LORSTAN STUDIOS Foremost School Photographers in the East PROGRESS ASSOCIATES INC. GAL DWE LL. NEW JERSEY CONGRATULATIONS, GRADUATES! The officers and members of The Plainfield High School Alumni Asso- ciation, Inc., congratulate you upon completion of your high school studies and extend sincere wishes for your every success in the future. As you may know, we, too, celebrate our Golden Anniversary this year —an Association fifty years old with membership open to all graduates from every class. You are aware of at least two of the endeavors of the Alumni Asso- ciation, namely, affording Scholarships each year and participating in the Vocational Guidance Program in the High School. There is also a social side for just good fun and fellowship. As a graduate, you are cordially invited to join the Alumni Association and become an active member. Full particulars can be obtained from Mr. Emil Wich, Chairman of the Membership Committee, 606 Hartridge Place, Plainfield. THE PLAINFIELD HIGH SCHOOL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION, INC. Zz Lebz bloz OLS6 Wil J AYVHYSIT DINE Nd GTAISNIV 1d PET Tn) ; FE ANA Re ee hi ii ss