Westfield State University - Tekoa Yearbook (Westfield, MA)

Text from Pages 1 - 160 of the 1956 volume:

WESTFIELD STATE COLLEGE 3 0386 0025 9478 3 Jl)oJdt rWWrvJ a 8? Q - y • o - $ V IK ■frF 1 v to ar e Cta of 1956 41ASS ,vi f Z7?£ o order changeth yielding place to new. — Tennyson. Cefeoa grtaff Editor-in-Chief Carol Felsburg Assistant Mary Clune Literary Editor Carol NAUGHTON Assistants Lucille Ferrarini, Margaret O ' Connor Photography Editor JOAN BASILE Assistant Norma Thibodeau Art Editor Mary Carol Roberts Assistant Joan Jasmin Business Manager Maureen Hurley Assistant Esther Didomenicantonio Clerks Jean Labbe, Carol Costigan, Robert Maher, Dorthy Carroll, Margaret Bresnahan, Robert Murphy Faculty Adviser Professor Conlin {Kfjeme On October 13, 1954, the Honorable Christian A. Herter, gov- ernor of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, broke ground for the new Westfield State Teachers College. This event marked the end of an old era as well as the beginning of a new life for our Alma Mater. We, the Class of 1956, having many fond recollections of our Court Street days, wish, in this our Yearbook, to bid a fitting farewell to the college we knew and loved. It is our sincere hope that this Tekoa will keep alive, in all our hearts, many happy memories. Pre£tbent Cbtoatfo J. g canlon Bebtcation With deep and sincere appreciation for the guidance and inspiration that you gave to the Class of 1956, we dedi- cate this book of college memories to you — JOHN J. DONOVAN Jfacultp College Jf acultp ERNA M. BAYLESS, B.S., ME. Physical Education MRS. RUTH Y. BERRY, B.S., MA. Librarian FREDERICK S. CONLIN, A,B, MA. Dean of Studies BARBARA D. CORRIDAN, B.S.E, M.A., Ed.D. Education, Psychology JOHN J. DONOVAN, A.B., M.A, Ph.D. Social Studies, English CATHERINE DOWER, A.B, MA. Music WILLIAM E. FARRINGTON, B.S.E, M.A Fine and Industrial Arts CHARLES HAGAN, A.B, M.A. Psysical Education WAYNE HOLMES, A.B, M.A. English, History ALBERT GENUA, B.S., M.A., Ph.D. Science WILLIAM KEAN, A.B, M.Ed., M.A. English, Education THERESA J. LAMMERS, B.S., M.A, Ed.D. Science J. VEY MERRILL, B.S.E., Ed.M. Director of Training; Education HELEN M. PETERS, A.B, M.A. Mathematics DOROTHY E. ROWLAND, B.S, M.S. Assistant Librarian MRS. CECILIA C SEYMOUR, B.S.E, M.E. Dean of Women MRS. LILLIAN H. WALLACE, B.S.E, M.A. Geography EDWARD B. WELCH, B.A, M.A. Dean of Men draining H cf)ciol Jf acultp EDWARD H. NIMS, B.S., M.Ed. Principal FLORA HEALD, B.S. Science MARJORIE WILLIAMS, B.S.E., Ed.M. Mathematics WILLIAM E. CREAN, B.S.E., M.A. English JOHN OSHEA, B.S.E., M.A. Social Studies VIRGINIA MALLORY, B.S., M.Ed. Sixth Grade MARY A. MAHER, B.S.E., M.S. Fifth Grade JENNIE B. LESNIAK, B.S.E., M.S. Fourth Grade LOUISE P. WADE, B.S., Ed.M. Third Grade ELLEN A. FULLER, B.S.E., M.Ed. Second Grade JULIA LUCIA, B.S.E., M.E. Second Grade MRS. JANINA C. STONE, B.S.E., M.Ed. First Grade MADELINE PARENT, B.S.E., M.Ed. First Grade +? ' m . -At ' • |P . ;..- i -j 4 «y ' V Cr. . , ««bfc- jF- i ■ -W i ji lj 1 :. emor£ PRESIDENT ROBERT J. MAHAR 9 Central Street, Westfield The heart to conceive, the understanding to direct, or the hand to execute. — JUNIUS. Bob ' s ability toward leadership gained for him the office of class president, which he handled like a pro. His many abilities were recognized by his classmates when he was elected to WHO ' S WHO. Success is surely in store for this master of perfection, who starts a task and will not rest until it has been done as well as possible. Pres Bob has been a guiding light and inspiration to the class of 1956. WHO ' S WHO AMONG STUDENTS IN AMERICAN UNIVERSITIES AND COLLEGES; Class President 3, 4 Student Council 3, 4; Chai rman of Election Committee 4 Commuters ' Club 1, 2, 3, 4; M.A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4, Treasurer 2 Delegate to Eastern States Association of Professional Schools for Teachers 3, 4; May Day Usher 1, 2, 3, 4; Tekoa, Clerk 4; Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Science Club 1; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Program Co-Chairman 2; Alter-Natus Club 1. 12 VICE-PRESIDENT BARBARA J. BULLENS 49 Arnold Street, Westfield Humor is the harmony of the heart. — JERROLD. As Veep of our class, Barb has always been on hand to help. We have often envied her impeccable taste in dress. A true optimist, Barb can always see the bright side of things. Her wonderful way with children will be a great asset in her teaching. Commuters ' Club 1, 2, 3, 4; W.A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Bowling 1, 2; Tennis 1, 2, 3, 4; Class Vice-Presi- dent 3, 4; Science Club 2; May Day 2, 3; Court 3; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Alter-Natus Club 1. 13 TREASURER MAUREEN FRANCES HURLEY 164 Sargent Street, Holyoke Enthusiasm is the genius of sincerity and truth accomplishes no victories without it. — BULWER-LYTTON. Anything worth doing is worth doing well — that ' s Moe ' s motto. She has proved this axiom as treasurer of our class and as president of the W.A.A. Maureen, one of our WHO ' S WHO students, has that rare quality which enables her to enjoy herself and still find time to attend to her many responsibilities. We ' ve all laughed with Moe about her detailed schedules, but we must admit now, they really worked! WHO ' S WHO AMONG STUDENTS IN AMERICAN UNIVERSITIES AND COLLEGES; Class Treasurer 1, 2, 3, 4; Dickinson Hall 1, 2, 3, 4; W.A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Council 2, 3, 4; Captain of Blue Team 2; Head of Basketball 3; Presi- dent 4; Field Hockey 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Bowling 2, 4; Softball 1, 2, 3, 4; Tennis 1; Soccer 2, 3, 4; May Day 1, 2, 3, 4; Christmas Banquet Host Group 3, 4; Delegate to W.A.A. Conference at Framingham 3; at Fitchburg 4; Tekoa 3, 4, Assistant Business Manager 3, Business Manager 4; Science Club 1; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Delegate to A.F.C.W. Conference 4; Alter-Natus Club 1. 14 282 Franklin Street, Holyoke A cheerful life is what the Muses love, a soaring spirit is their prime delight. — WORDSWORTH. The endearing things we shall remember about Mary Carol are many. Her charm, poise, friendliness and lively person- ality are rarely found in one person. The class is indebted to her for the many hours of work she has volunteered. Mary Carol has truly earned the honor of WHO ' S WHO. More than any one thing, we will remember her as a friend in the deepest and sincerest meaning of the word. WHO ' S WHO AMONG STUDENTS IN AMERICAN UNIVERSITIES AND COLLEGES; Class Secretary 4; Stu- dent Council 3, 4, Social Chairman; Dickinson Hall 1, 2, 3, 4; Dorm Council 1; W.A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4. Vice-President 2, Secretary 3; Head of Swimming 4; Basketball 1, 2; Field Hockey 1, 2, 3, 4; Softball 1, 4; Bowling 1; Soccer 2, 3; May Day 1, 2, 3, 4, Attendant 3; Delegate to A.F.C.W. Conference in R. I.; Delegate to Eastern States Association of Professional Schools for Teachers 3, 4; Tekoa, Assistant Art Editor 3, Art Editor 4; Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Christmas Banquet Host Group 3, 4; Cheerleader 1, 2, 3, 4, Co-Captain 3; Science Club 1; Alter-Natus Club 1. 15 PUBLICITY CHAIRMAN CAROL ANN FELSBURG 32 Freeman Terrace, Springfield Flashes of merriment that were wont to set the table on a roar. — SHAKESPEARE. The Class of ' 56 is deeply indebted to Fels for this year- book which she so ably edited. Her careful planning and en- thusiasm have made the 1956 Tekoa a book we shall cherish always. Carol has also served the class for four years in the capacity of Publicity Chairman. Her everlasting smile and spontaneous laughter will long be remembered by her classmates. Class Publicity Chairman 1, 2, 3, 4; Dickinson Hall 1, 2, 3, 4; W.A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Softball 1, 2, 3, 4; Soccer 1, 2, 3, 4; May Day 1, 2, 3, 4; Class Supper Chairman 2; Tekoa 3, 4; Assistant Editor 3; Editor-in-Chief 4; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Alter-Natus Club 1. 16 SONG LEADER EUNICE LOIS BEMIS 121 Dorset Street, Springfield Singers are merry, and free from sorroivs and cares. —Luther. As our song leader, Eunice has displayed much grace, poise, and patience in guiding us through the musical world. On numerous occasions she has devoted much time and ef- fort to support class functions. The class takes this opportunity to express its deep appreci- ation for a job well done. Class Song Leader 2, 3, 4; Dickinson Hall 1, 2, 3, 4; Stew- ardess 2, 3, 4; W.A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Bowling 2; May Day 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; F.T.A. 3, 4; Program Chairman 3, 4; Student Fellowship 1, 2, 3, 4; President 3, 4; Golden Key Club 1, 2, 3; Program Chairman 3; Science Club; Alter- Natus Club 1. 17 JEAN THERESA LABBE 107 Woodmont Street, West Springfield For when with beauty we can virtue join We paint the semblance of a point divine. — Prior. Jean is our little Miss Dormitory, with the many dorm problems. With impish ways and an understanding heart, she has proved herself more than capable as president of Dickin- son Hall. Though small in stature, she stands tall in the eyes of her classmates who respect and admire her. Her talent for efficiency has given us a very complete and memorable class history. WHO ' S WHO AMONG STUDENTS IN AMERICAN UNIVERSITIES AND COLLEGES; Class Historian 3, 4; Dickinson Hall 1, 2, 3, 4; Representative 3; President 4; W.A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Field Hockey 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 4; Soccer 2, 3, 4; May Day 1, 2, 3, 4; Court 1; Tekoa, Clerk 3, 4; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Alter-Natus Club 1; Publicity Chair- man 1. 18 JOAN ANN BASILE 309 Island Pond Road, Springfield In quietness and confidence shall be your strength. Conversational and companionable, Joan ' s direct and sin- cere way has brought her many friends. A Who ' s Who student, she has often contributed her serv- ices to the class. In addition to many other attributes, she ex- cels in scholastic ability. We are sure that Joan will be a fine representative of W.S.T.C. WHO ' S WHO AMONG STUDENTS IN AMERICAN UNIVERSITIES AND COLLEGES; Dickinson Hall 1, 2, 3, 4; W.A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Bowling 2, 4; Softball 2; May Day 1, 2, 3, 4; Tekoa Photography Assistant 3; Photography Manager 4; Art Club 2; F.T.A. 3; Science Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Vice-Presi- dent 3, 4; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; President 2, 3; Vice- President 4; Alter-Natus Club 1. 19 NORINE E. BEGLEY 5 Ellis Street, Westfield Vivacity is the gift of woman. — Addison. A bubbling laugh, a carefree manner, combined with spark- ling Irish humor are salient traits of Norine. Popular and ever enthusiastic, she has contributed invalu- able aid to the class ' s many projects. Her warm friendliness will be her best friend. Class Secretary 2, 3; Commuters ' Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Vice-Presi- dent 3; W.A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Treasurer 1; Field Hockey 2; Bowl- ing 1, 2, 3; Soccer 2; May Day 1, 2, 3, 4; Court 1; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Publicity Chairman 3; Secretary 4; Science Club 1; Glee Club 2, 3; Alter-Natus Club 1. 20 ELEANOR C. BLAINE 10 Dublin Street, Chicopee Peace rules the day, where wisdom rules the mind. — Collins. Eleanor is calm, cheerful and well-liked by all who know her. She has a quiet manner that brings accomplishment with a minimum of strain. Intelligent and a math whiz, she is an avid movie-goer. Eleanor never hesitates to lend a helping hand where aid is needed. Dickinson Hall 1, 2, 3, 4; W.A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Bowling 2, 4; Science Club 1, 3; Golden Key Club 2; Newman Club 2, 3; Alter-Natus Club 1. 21 MARGARET M. BRESNAHAN 40 Morgan Street, Holyoke True wit is nature to advantage dress ' d What oft was thought, but ne ' er so well expressed. — Pope. Wherever she may go, there will always be an abundance of laughter and gaiety. Peggy ' s Irish humor and wit have charmed us these past four years, and afforded memories un- forgetable. There was never a more willing worker on our various class projects. Her friendliness and sincerity will be definite assets in her bright future. Commuters ' Club 1; Dickinson Hall 2, 3, 4; Field Hockey 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 2; Bowling 2, 3, 4; Soccer 2; May Day 2, 4; Tekoa 4; Glee Club 4; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Dorm Council 2; Science Club 2; Alter-Natus Club 1. 22 LAURA HELEN CHAPLA 901 Front Street, Chicopee Falls Laughter is the chorus of conversation. — STEELE. A friendly smile and a contagious laugh! Laura, with her easy-going disposition, will win the hearts of all that come in contact with her. A quick smile and a willing hand typify Laura and assure her place in the world. Dickinson Hall 1, 2; Commuters ' Club 3, 4; W.A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Field Hockey 1, 2, 3, 4; Bowling 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2; May Day 1, 2, 3, 4; Class Supper Chairman 2; Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Westek 1; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Alter-Natus Club 1. 23 ELAINE A. CHILD 47 Richileau Street, Chicopee Falls Gracious to all, to none subservient, without offense he spoke the word he meant. — Aldrich. Our May Dav Queen! Charming, sophisticated, and serene speak for Elaine. She is known for her good taste and versatility in handling situations. We will always cherish memories of E.C. ' s faithful friend- ship and poised manner. These qualities, we are sure, wi guarantee success in her future. Dickinson Hall 1, 2, 3, 4; W.A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Council 2, 3, 4; Head of Basketball 2; Head of Bowling 3, 4; Field Hockey 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 4; Bowling 1, 2, 4; Tennis 1; Soccer 2, 4; May Day 1, 2, 3, 4; Court 2, 4; Queen 3; Tekoa 4; Sci- ence Club 1; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Hostess Christmas Banquet 3, 4; Alter-Natus Club 1. 24 LEONARD J. COLLAMORE 10 Newton Street, Holyoke Honesty is one part of eloquence. We persuade others by being in earnest ourselves. — HAZLETT. An inspiring leader to the class of ' 56 as well as the whole student body, Bunky excelled as Student Council president, as an extraordinary basketball player, and as a fine teacher. His manner is warm and friendly; his smile, perennial. We have all benefited from his philosophy and his enter- taining, distinctive Collamore stories. Veteran — Returned Junior Year; Student Council President 4; Commuters ' Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Vice-President 2; M.A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; May Day Usher 3; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Winter Carnival King 2, 3. 25 CAROL ANN COSTIGAN 115 Tiffany Street, Springfield Inner sunshine warms not only the heart of the owner, but all who come in contact with it. — J. T. Fields. Meet Miss Ail-Around Personality! Always ready to lend a helping hand, Minnie has made her way into the hearts of everyone. We marvel at that rare something she possesses which can make the sun shine on the darkest day. Carol has a charming personality — one of the most essen- tial qualities of a good teacher. Commuters ' Club 1, 2; Dickinson Hall 3, 4; W.A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Bowling 1, 4; May Day 2, 3, 4; Class Supper Chairman 3; Tekoa Staff 4; Glee Club 4; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Dorm Dance Chairman 4; Alter-Natus Club 1. 26 FRANCIS E. CZELUSNIAK 1 5 Charles Street, Chicopee Falls Enthusiasm is the height of man; it is the passing from the human into the divine. — EMERSON. Who is one of the most active members of M.A.A.? Who can put on the best pirogi suppers? Who has the bubbling personality that can make even the saddest person laugh? Who else but our own Corky! — And if you want to know the latest fashions for a typical Joe College, just look in his direction. Yes, he has a serious side, too; and the combination of both spells certain success in his future career. Commuters ' Club 1, 2, 3, 4; M.A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Director of Intramural Sports 4; May Day Usher 2, 3; Class Supper Chairman 3, 4; Glee Club 2; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Alter-Natus Club 1. 27 ROLAND H. DAMON East Mountain Road, Westfield Diligence is the mother of good fortune. — CERVANTES. Roland is always willing to lend a helping hand to any of his classmates. As bookstore manager, Ronny has proved his ability to un- dertake big jobs successfully. His wife, Ruth, is also well-known for her delicious con- tributions to our class suppers. With his initiative, Roland has an eventful future to look forward to. Freshman representative to Student Council; Commuters Club 1, 2, 3, 4; M.A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Class Supper Chairman 1; Bookstore Assistant Manager 3; Manager 4; F.T.A. 3, 4; Sci- ence Club 4; Student Fellowship 1, 2, 3, 4; Alter-Natus Club 1. 28 CARL J. ELEISON 30 Armory Street, Springfield He most prevails who nobly dares. — Broome. Deliberate, dependable and conscientious are words which clearly describe Carl. Always ready with a stimulating question for Uncle, he has contributed much to our classes. Joining our class of ' 56 last year, Carl was a quiet and scholarly addition we welcomed. Transferred from University of Texas — 1954; Commuters ' Club 3, 4; M.A.A. 3, 4; Art Club 4; Science Club 4. 29 DORIS F. FRENCH 73 Upper Beverly Hills, West Springfield Sensibility is the power of woman. — LAVATER. A quiet, sophisticated manner make us think of Doris. A deep understanding and love for her own two children as well as for those in the classroom are constant qualities in her nature. Meticulous in dress, efficient in her work, Doris will be a great credit to the vocation. Commuters ' Club 3, 4; W.A.A. 3, 4; 30 BARBARA WHITE HAGAN 68 Mountain View St., Westfield Grace has been defined as the outward expression of the inward harmony of the soul. — HAZLITT. Barb is the pretty half of our most popular class couple. Barb has a tremendous future in store for her, not only as a teacher, but also as a mother to little Patti Ann. A meticulous appearance, a warm cheerful smile, and a wonderful disposition are her well-known trademarks. All her classmates will agree — a girl with charm, grace, poise, and sincerity is Mrs. Hagan. Dickinson Hall 1, 2, 3; Commuters ' Club 4; W.A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Council 3; Head of Minor Sports 3; Soccer 2, 3; Field Hockey 1, 2, 3; Bowling 1, 2; Host Group 3; May Day 1, 2, 4; Court 2; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Alter-Natus Club 1. 31 ; WALTER F. HAGAN 68 Mountain View Street, Westfield Humor is the pensiveness of wit. — WlLLMOTT. Here is the daddy of our duet. A member of the Hagan family is not an unfamiliar sight at W.S.T.C. We feel that our class is fortunate to have one of the versatile, cooperative, and easy-going brothers with us. No one will ever tire of Walt ' s exciting accounts of the last time I went ' coon hunting — . Plaid shirts, cigars, and a tremendous sense of humor are common characteristics of Haig. Commuters ' Club 1, 2, 3, 4; M.A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Intramural Sports 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 1; Christmas Pageant 3; Newman Club 1, 2; Alter-Natus Club 1. 32 I RUTH MILDRED HANNUM 38 Mountain View Street, Westfteld Assurance never jails to get admission into the houses of the great. Wisdom and cheerfulness are said to go hand in hand. Ruth ' s personality is a personification of this axiom. We welcomed her in 1954, when she left Michigan to join us. Dependability, efficiency and ability are characteristics which should secure for Ruth a fine teaching position. Transferred from University of Michigan in 1954; Commu- ters ' Club 3, 4; W.A.A. 3, 4; Future Teachers of America 4; Science Club 3, 4; Student Fellowship 3, 4. 33 RICHARD L. HELLSTEIN 39 Brookline Avenue, Westfield Who dares nothing, need hope for nothing. — SCHILLER. What would our class be like without Dick ' s tall tales and happy heart? He can build up anyone ' s morale in an exceed- ingly short time. Dick has an innate ability to become comfortable and re- laxed no matter what the situation. When the hunting and fishing seasons arrive, Mr. H. is nowhere in sight. We will miss his easy-going air and amusing chatter in years to come. Transferred from Holyoke Junior College in 1953; M.A.A. 2, 3, 4; Commuters ' Club 2, 3, 4. 34 JOHN J. HIBERT, JR. 60 Washington Street, Westfield Good humor makes all things tolerable. — BEECHER. When Jack isn ' t telling of the latest escapades of his two little tigers, Jimmy and Jeff, he is talking about his pretty wife, Mary, a graduate of W.S.T.C. When Jack joined our class back in our Freshman year, he brought with him all the merry mirth and blarney of a true son of Erin. With his initiative and gift of talk, he has an exciting fu- ture ahead of him. Commuters ' Club 1, 2, 3, 4; M.A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; May Day Usher 2, 3, 4; Alter-Natus Club 1. 35 LAWRENCE W. LATOUR 34 East School Street, West Springfield The lasting and crowning privilege of friendship is constancy. — SOUTH. Asking so little and giving so much is significant of Larry. A family man as well as an all-around student, he has gained much respect and admiration from his fellow class- mates. With enthusiasm in his heart and perfection as his goal, Larry ' s reward will always be success. Class President 1; Student Council 1; M.A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Com- muters Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1; May Day Usher 2; Alter- Natus Club 1; Secretary. 36 FREDERICK LEE 146 School Street, Chicopee What is true, simple and sincere is most congenial to man ' s nature. — CICERO. Spontaneous quips, casual manner, and many traveling ex- periences are significant traits of Fred ' s. Enthusiastic in everything he does, whether in a classroom or working on a class project, Fred is well-liked by his fellow W.S.T.C. ' ers. Versatility and initiative will always be his stand-bys. Transferred from Temple Jr. College in 1954; Commuters Club 3, 4; M.A.A. 3, 4; Newman Club 3, 4; Golden Key Club 3. 37 FRANCES N. LIATSOS 296 Lexington Street, Springfield She is calm because she is the mistress of her subject, the secret of self-possession. — BEACONSFIELD. With quiet dignity and poised charm, Fran will be long remembered by her classmates. Lovely to look at, is certainly a phrase applicable to Fran, with her deep-set eyes and dark, wavy hair. A fine intellect is another of her many attributes which will assure her success. Commuters ' Club 1, 2, 3, 4; W.A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Class Supper Chairman 1; Christmas Contata 1; Alter-Natus Club 1. 38 FLORENCE M. MAHAR 9 Central Street, Westfield The gentleness of all the gods go with thee. — Shakespeare. Mrs. Mahar, although she joined us only two years ago, has had a tremendous interest in our class affairs. Who can forget the many nights she allowed us to coat her kitchen with wax that was supposed to be used in our Christ- mas candles? In her quiet, serene, and charming manner, Mrs. Mahar has become a well-known and well-loved member of the class of 1956. Commuters ' Club 3, 4; W.A.A. 3, 4. 39 ROY PHILIP MESSENGER 79 Springfield Street, Springfield What one has, one ought to use; and whatever he does should do with all his might. — ClCERO. Roy is noted for his capable handling of the Commuters ' Club and, of course, this year ' s Christmas Ball. A capacious heart and friendliness to all are highlights of Roy ' s personality. Zeal, zest and enthusiasm — these are the keywords that will make Roy the successful teacher that we know he will be. Commuters Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Vice-President 2; Secretary 3; President 4; M.A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Publicity Chairman 2; Senior Christmas Ball Chairman 4; May Day Usher 1, 2; Glee Club 1, 2; Alter-Natus Club 1. 40 ROBERT FRANCIS MURPHY 142 Belcher Street, Chicopee Falls Be true to your own highest convictions. — CHANNING. Bob shall always be remembered for his ideas and enthu- siasm when working on class projects. Sincere, efficient, and conscientious aptly describe Bob, who, whenever he tackles a job, does it well. A true and loyal member of the class of ' 56, he has shown us that success will be his in future years. Student Council 4; Class Representative; Commuters ' Club 1, 2, 3, 4; M.A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Chairman Freshman Ball 1; Chairman of Candle Project 3, 4; May Day Usher 1, 2, 3; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Science Club 1, 2; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Alter-Natus Club 1. 41 V CAROL ANN NAUGHTON 80 Wilder Terrace, West Springfield Responsibility walks hand in hand with capacity and power. This pretty redhead is always busy doing something for the school, the class, or just for one of her many friends. Carol will long be remembered for her accomplishments in connection with the Commuters ' Club, Student Council, and Tekoa. Not only does she excel in extra-curricular activities, but she is also tops scholastically. — And if you ever get mixed up while knitting argyles, here ' s the girl to see! Student Council 3, 4; Secretary 4; Commuters ' Club 1, 2, 3; President 3; Dickinson Hall 4; W.AA. 1, 2, 3, 4; Field Hock- ey 1, 2, 4; Bowling 1, 2, 4; Soccer 1, 2, 4; May Day 1, 2, 3, 4; Delegate to Student Government Association of the Mass- achusetts State Teachers Colleges Conference 3; Tekoa 3, 4; Assistant Literary Editor 3; Literary Editor 4; Delegate to Massachusetts Teachers Colleges Publications Conference 4; Glee Club 1,2, 3, 4; Newman Club 1,2, 3, 4; Cheerleader 1, 2, 3, 4; Co-Captain 3; Delegate to Eastern States Association of Professional Schools for Teachers Conference 4; Alter-Natus Club 1; Class Supper Chairman 2. 42 RALPH JAMES PASQUALINI, JR. 14 Roy Street, Springfield Ability wins us the esteem of the true men. — La Rochefoucauld. Quiet and serious-minded, Ralph takes life in an easy-going stride. Although he is an enthusiastic basketball player, Ralph is always conscientious in his studies. A congenial and understanding manner, added to an ath- letic prowess, will secure for him a promising future in the teaching profession. Student Council 4; Vice-President 4; Class Vice-President 2; Commuters ' Club 1, 2, 3, 4; M.A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Vice-President 3; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 2; Westek 1, 2, 3, 4; Sports Editor 2, 3; Alter-Natus Club 1, Pres- ident; Delegate to New England Teacher Preparatory Confer- ence 4. 43 ROBERT JOHN PICKNALLY Simplicity of character is the natural result of profound thought, — HAZLITT. A friendly fellow, with a scholarly air, this is the Bob we know. Soft spoken with a cautious, but self-confident attitude, Bob has a promising future as a teacher in store for him. We have enjoyed and will always value his companionable ways. WHO ' S WHO AMONG STUDENTS IN AMERICAN UNIVERSITIES AND COLLEGES; Commuters ' Club 1, 2, 3, 4; M.A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Treasurer 3; Student Council 4; Class Representative; Newman Club 1,2,3, 4; Alter-Natus 1. 44 MARIE S. PLEAU 57 Laramee Street, Fairview What sweet delight a quiet life affords. — DRUMMOND. Her soft voice and easy manner make it a pleasure to know Marie. She is characterized by a wide, friendly smile and long curly hair. Marie is sure to win the hearts of all her students and be- come a credit to W.S.T.C. and the teaching profession. Transferred from Holyoke Junior College in 1953; Commu- ters ' Club 2, 3, 4; W.A.A. 2, 3, 4; Newman Club 2, 3, 4. 45 JEAN A. RABIDEAU 15 Prospect Street, Easthampton Common sense is instinct, and enough of it is genius. — Shaw. Here is another member of our class who received her MRS degree in our junior year. Jean married a graduate of Westfield. Her piano playing has been the finishing touch to our ban- quet songs and also to assemblies. Jean ' s career as a teacher is enhanced by the sheer delight evident in her face when children are near. Dickinson Hall 1, 2, 3; Commuters ' Club 4; W.A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Field Hockey 1; Tennis 2; May Day 1, 2; Glee Club 1; Newman Club 1,2, 3, 4; Future Teachers of America 4; Pub- licity Chairman; Alter-Natus Club 1. 46 JOSEPH E. RODGERS 14 Parker Avenue, Westfield Honest good-humor is the oil and wine of a merry meeting. — Washington. Joe is well known for his incessant interest in his school, and class work. He is willing to co-operate in any activity that will benefit the college. An able class president in our Sophomore year, he also proved himself a serious, intelligent student, and an interest- ing, entertaining person. A well-rounded person, Joe was voted to this year ' s WHO ' S WHO. WHO ' S WHO AMONG STUDENTS IN AMERICAN UNIVERSITIES AND COLLEGES; Class Vice-President 1; Class President 2; Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Newman Club 1,2, 3, 4; Class Supper Chairman 2; Student Council 2; College T.V. Play 2; Alter-Natus Club 1. 47 ALBERT M. ROGERS 41 Pochassic Street, Westfield Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm. — Emerson. Gary ' s daddy, Marge ' s husband, and everybody ' s friend — that ' s Al. He adapts himself easily to any situation, and his com- panions are just as easily adapted to him. Al can enhance any conversation with his little anecdotes and enlightening stories of his personal experiences. We are sure Al will achieve success and happiness through- out his career. Transferred from Ricker College, Houlton, Maine; M.A.A. 2, 3, 4; Commuters ' Club 2, 3, 4; Westek 3; Baseball 2; May Day Usher 2, 3- 48 ROBERT JAY SAWYER 5 Leonard Street, Westfield An able man shows his spirit by gentle words and resolute actions. — CHESTERFIELD. Filled to the brim with energy, spirit, and humor — that ' s Bobby. When there is any work to be done, no matter how much time or effort is involved, Bob is more than willing to do his share. Well-liked by all his fellows, he will long be remembered for his cheerful and casual nature. Commuters ' Club 1, 2, 3, 4; MA. A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Alter-Natus Club 1. 49 NOREEN KATHERINE SCHWARZ 4 K Street, Turners Falls A woman ' s strength is most potent when robed in gentleness. — LAMARTINE. A smile serene, a voice soft, a manner pleasant — all these qualities combine to make up Noreen ' s very pleasing person- ality. We have all admired the poise and capability she has shown in various dramatic appearances. She can be assured of lasting success in her chosen profes- sion. Dickinson Hall 1, 2, 3, 4; W.A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Bowling 2, 4; May Day 1, 2, 3, 4; F.T.A. 3,4; Art Club 1, 2; Golden Key Club 1, 2, 3; President 3; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Publicity Chairman 3; Alter-Natus Club 1. 50 _ —,—.■- RHEA SHULDA 50 Linden Avenue, Greenfield Be noble in every thought and in every deed. — Longfellow. Rhea is characterized by her calm, serene manner which will be of great value to her in teaching. She possesses all the vital aspects of a good friend — from a good sense of humor to complete serenity. Afternoon naps serve her as refreshers and revitalizers. Dorm Council 1, 4; May Day 1, 2, 4; Glee Club 2; Art Club 1, 2; Vice-President 2; F.T.A. 2, 3, 4; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, Golden Secretary-Treasurer 3; Alter-Natus 51 BARBARA SMUSZ 49 Ridgewood Road, Chicopee Charm strikes the sight, but merit wins the soul. — POPE. Bouncing blond hair and sparkling eyes characterize our Folks girl. Always ready with a bit of wit, she can be depended upon to add interest and liveliness to the dullest of conversations. Barbara ' s good taste in clothes makes her stand out as a stylish dresser. Dickinson Hall 1, 2, 3, 4; W.A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Bowling 2; May Day 1, 2, 3, 4; Science Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Alter-Natus Club 1. 52 ADELL WILLIAMS 115 Fulton Street, White Plains, New York Adopt the pace of nature; her secret is patience. — EMERSON. The dignity and charm which Adell possesses make her a standout in any group. A mellow voice and careful enuncia- tion characterize her speech. Adell is a serious student and works hard and energetically at any task she undertakes. She loves to travel to all points West and South and espe- cially to Chicago. Dickinson Hall 1, 2, 3, 4; Dorm Council 1; W.A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Softball 2; Bowling 2; May Day 1, 2; Court Jester 1; Glee Club 1, 2; F.T.A. 2, 3, 4; President 3; Golden Key Club 1, 2, 3; Delegate to North Adams Conference for F.T.A. 2; Del- egate to Massachusetts Teachers Convention for F.T.A. 3; Student Fellowship 1, 2, 3, 4; Vice-President 3; Alter-Natus Club 1. 53 EDMUND F. VANDALL 1 1 4 Union Street, Westfield Good nature is the very air of a good mind, the sign of a large and generous soul. — GOODMAN. Three words — affable, amiable, and sociable — present a well-rounded description of Eddie. Montana ' s good-will ambassador is a favorite throughout the halls of W.S.T.C. No social gathering is complete without him — our man with the banjo. Eddie, with his hearty, jovial personality will never be lacking friends. Commuters ' Club 1, 2, 3, 4; M.A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club ; Clurf 2; 2, 3; Science  2; F.T.A. 4; Alter-Natus Club 1. 54 BARBARA L. VESTER Allen Street, Hampden Many persons feel art, some understand it, but few both feel and understand it. — HlLLARD. Barb will always be remembered for her artistic flair. Her talent often provided very stimulating motivation for her classes. With a lively smile and enthusiastic, versatile manner, her personality and intellect point to success in life. Commuters ' Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Cheerleader 1, 2, 3, 4; W.A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Alter-Natus Club 1. 55 J. ROMEO YERGEAU 349 Center Street, Chicopee Wisdom is only found in truth. — GOETHE. His quest — the everlasting search for truth, honesty and realism. Romeo ' s cautious, yet straight-forward attitude has earned admiration from his classmates. Since entering our class in 1954, he has gained many friends with his calm dignity and easy smile. Transferred from Eymard Preparatory Seminary, Hyde Park, N. Y. 1954; Commuters ' Club 3, 4; M.A.A. 3, 4. 56 DONALD R. SNYDER 102 Elm Street, Westfield A man in earnest finds means, or, if he canont find, creates them. — CHANNING. In constant search for the best in life, Don delves into any problem, weighs it cautiously, then makes his decision. He and Marlene have recently joined the married ranks of the class. Tall in stature and tall in ideals, we are sure that Don will emerge as one of most promising teachers. Commuters ' Club 1, 2, 3, 4; M.A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Alter-Narus Club 1. Special g tubente Paul W. Osborne Mrs. Elizabeth Rice 215 Broadway Nash Street Chicopee Falls Williamsburg Joan A. Redden Mrs. Wanda Tarka 111 Magnolia Terrace 73 Main Street Springfield Westfield Cfjosie jjc Tfevfot % t n g JOAN GORECKI AKIN CAROL DEFELICE GAIL DUDLEY DOLORES BANDZUL FORGUE DONALD FORGUE JAMES GILLIGAN JOSEPH HANCOCK PAULINE KIELB MARONEY CLARA MILLER PAULA PILKINGTON VIRGINIA ROCHFORD 57 3n Jflemorram JAMES GILLIGAN We honor your memory while we mourn our loss. — The Class of 1956. 58 ©ebtcatton From the time our class enrolled in 1952, W.S.T.C. has undergone many new and exciting changes in preparation for the new college. One of the most prominent of these changes occurred this year when three of our professors were advanced to the position of dean. For your constant guidance and loyalty to the College as well as to our class, we dedicate this page to you: Frederick S. Conlin Academic Dean Cecilia C Seymour Dean of Women Edward B. Welch Dean of Men 59 .1 ' ®nberclas men orwi Stmtora 62 Junior Btrectorp DAVID K. BATES 61 Russel Road, Westfield O ' Neill ' s partner in crime . . . wise to Training School pranks! . . . oh, these method courses. ' ' JACQUELINE BEDARD 132 Marsden Street, Springfield Jackie . . . intellectual hobbies and cultural pursuits . . . enjoys singing and dancing . . . oh, those Trig classes! EDWIN D. BISHOP 94 Crane Avenue, Westfield Ed . . . one of our daddies . . . flatfoot at busy intersections . . . aspiring Phys. Ed. major! CONSTANCE C. BLANCHARD 577 South Summer Street, Holyoke Connie ... a Julius Larosa fan ... a pleasant voice and sophisticated air . . . what is your philosophy of life? ELEANOR V. BLASCAK 15 Avery Street, Westfield Our efficient class secretary . . . that twinkle in her eyes . . . Jean ' s pal . . . outstanding alto voice. RICHARD H. BOURBEAU 194 Whitney Avenue, Holyoke Dick ... our class president . . . let ' s have a hum! . . . cooks delicious chicken . . . class meeting — be there! LAWRENCE N. BRADY Gill Road, Turners Falls Bridgewater was never like this! ... oh, that accent! ... a busy schedule for a busy man . . . one of our married students. SHEILA J. BRAY 53 West Main Street, Ware Hard-working F.T.A. president . . . Joanne ' s friend ... one of the few dorm girls with a car. JEAN A. BRODERICK 18 Hawthorne Street, West Springfield Sparkling personality . . . loves to polka . . . heavy correspondence from Springfield ready and willing to work for our class. ALICE F. BUSH 97 Narragansett Street, Willimansett Let ' s play bridge! . . . engaged to Don ... an efficient seamstress. GERARD J. CAHILL Southwick, Massachusetts Family man . . . Jump the Shot ... an understanding heart . . . supports Cantell ' s— or vice versa! LEO C. CARNEY 103 Bay Road, Hadley Former Westfield student . . . serious and reserved . . . man of few words . . . that innocent blush! DOROTHY L. CARROLL 51 Taylor Street, Holyoke Dotty . . . good things come in small packages . . . Westek ' s loyal typist . . . peppy cheer- leader . . . loves to dance. CAROLINE M. CHISTOLINI 255 East Mountain Road, Westfield Polka girl . . . the bleak her specialty ... a share in Connor ' s . . . don ' t be childish! BERNICE S. CHMIELEWSKI 56 South Westfield Street, Feeding Hills Uncle ' s cut-checker . . . many hair styles ... a smile so cheerful . . . friendly. 63 MARY P. CLUNE 150 Rimmon Avenue, Chicopee Those blonde tresses . . . many irons in the fire . . . tall and stately . . . our Veep. LYDIA A. COWAN 8 Dudley Avenue, Westfield Public relations girl for the Juniors . . . love that Maine accent . . . nice to know . . . conscientious and dependable. RONALD G. DESNOYERS 72 Lincoln Avenue, South Hadley Falls The basketball team ' s right hand man . . . the devil in his eyes .. . a good sport. ESTHER DIDOMENICANTONIO 27 Maple Avenue, Agawam Miss Esther . . . sports minded . . . kids, it ' s study hour! ... easy to get along with. ALICE T. DOLINSKI 5Vz West Street, Easthampton Lyn . . . married life agrees with her ... a happy smile . . . those long trips from East- hampton. PATRICIA A. DOUGHERTY 181 Ingham Road, Willimansett Pat . . . those innocent blue eyes ... a bridge enthusiast . . . full of fun ... an avid interest in knitting. JOSEPHINE A. DROZDAL 81 West Street, Hadley Josie . . . Joan ' s buddy . . . conscientious in her work . . . quiet and studious. JOANNE M. DUBOIS 468 Newton Street, South Hadley Dorm mail man . . . soft spoken . . . quiet and refined . . . nice to know. ROY R. DUQUETTE, Jr. 1171 Northampton Street, Holyoke Transfer from A.I.C. . . . tall, silent type . . . holds record for shortest observation report . . . shoes, anyone? ALICE L. EVANS 471 Chestnut Street, Springfield Lois ' shadow .. . crossword puzzle fiend . . . math, science, and Bill — her specialties. DONALD W. FARR 58 Newton Street, Holyoke A fan of Hooper McNett ... a born actor . . . writes his own sport stories . . . captain of basketball team. LUCILLE M. FERRARINI 89 Reed Street, Agawam Loves the Irish — dances! . . . spirited cheerleader and fighting editor . . . glad Westek comes out only once a month. JUDITH L. FLANDERS 7 Linden Avenue, Westfield Talented story-teller ... an interest in New Hampshire . . . one of the Rec-Room-ites. BERNARD R. HAGAN 68 Mountain View Street, Westfield Hagey . . . got the axe at Thanksgiving . . . saves his cuts for hunting season . . . smell my cigar. BARBARA R. HANSON 418 Eastern Avenue, Springfield Loves to harmonize . . . loyal Rec-Room fan . . . likes commuting . . . fun to be with. JOAN J. JASMIN 47 King Street, North Agawam Jazz-bo . . . mainstay of Glee Club . . . that famous gesture . . . Murph ' s buddy ... a good sport. 64 MARILYN E. KEANE 185 Wellington Street, Springfield Oh, that laugh! . . . know any scoops? . . . much initiative . . . Sonny ' s confidante . . . is that right, cousin? MARION P. KENNEDY 561 Chicopee Street, Willimansett Pat . . . good soprano ... an added interest this year . . . serious and always sociable. SEMA V. KOROL 120 Congress Street, Springfield Sonny . . . Sam ' s daughter ... I got something to tell ya . . . ready with a remark . . . men, men, men. VERONICA J. KOZIOL 6 Hayes Place, Pittsfield Ronnie . . . literary minded ... a hard worker . . . never gets riled . . . cut it out, kids! WILLIAM L. KOZLOWSKI 79 Elm Street, Holyoke Bill . . . need your radio fixed? . . . subtle sense of humor ... I don ' t get ya! LOUISE F. LABRECQUE 24 Charles Street, Westfield Commuter . . . nice to know ... a conscientious person . . . how about a movie tonight? NOURICE M. LAMPIASI 114 Massrico Street, Springfield Takes life seriously . . . Beautiful Brown-Eyes ... an interest in football . . . likes to retire early. JOSEPH A. LOPARDO 152 Euclid Avenue, Springfield Publicity man for the Blue Grotto . . . quite the artist . . . how many cards have you done for Merrill? ROSEMARY A. McMAHON 29 Central Street, Agawam Down to the Den on liver night . . . handy with a needle . . . I ' ll sign out for work. CLARA T. MILLER Harvey Hill Road, Monson Tessie ... a welcome addition to our class . . . eager to please . . . bubbling with laughter. PATRICIA M. MORIARTY 230 Clarendon Avenue, Chicopee Mort . . . still water runs deep . . . good sense of humor . . .tall and terrific. GEORGE NICHOLAS 77 Park Street, Palmer Transfer from Bridgewater . . . dig his mazurka step . . . that little-boy look . . . taxi, anyone? PAULA J. NOLAN 104 Columbus Avenue, Holyoke A serious proctor on the third floor . . . my buddy . . . it ' s a tough one! . . . personality plus. MARGARET T O ' CONNOR 253 Hillside Avenue, Holyoke Peg . . . $6.00 please! . . . hits books and parties with equal zest . . . conscientious in her many activities. WILLIAM J. O ' NEIL 94 Jackson Street, Holyoke One of the hunnert gang ... a good sport . . . haunted by bathtubs . . . spokesman on current events. ELEANOR A. PARADYSZ 213 East Mountain Road, Westfield Ellie ... a special interest in Hadley ... an expert in the field of human relations . . . loves animals . . . our busy class treasurer. 65 DOLORES A. PIEKARZ 69 Ames Street, Chicopee Falls Dolly ... an interest in the U. S. Navy . . . likes a good time . . . meticulous in her work . . . perky and petite. ELEANOR E. PRONOVOST 92 Meadow Street, Willimansett Ellie . . . command performances at the dorm ... a contagious laugh . . . outstanding wardrobe. LEO P. RIOUX 24 Keith Street, Springfield Our class Samaritan . . . Student Council representative . . . gung-ho as publicity chairman for MA. A. . . . bright red woolies . . . hurrah for Canada! SHIRLEY G. RODGERS 14 Parker Avenue, Westfield Buddy ' s wife . . . the queenly type . . . prospective author . . . eager to participate. DORIS A. SCHMIDT 221 Greenacre Avenue, Longmeadow Dodo ... an avid A.I.C. fan . . . extensive wardrobe . . . witty ... an expert at bridge. LOIS R. SCHUBACH 12 Knight Street, Easthampton Accompaniest for Glee Club . . . dramatically inclined . . . plays by ear . . . real smooth marimba. KATHLEEN M. SHEEHAN 58 North Main Street, Florence Efficient Student Council treasurer ... to the bank and back . . . indulges in tete-e-tetes . . . don ' t you think. . . . JUDITH M. SMITH 13 Gold Street, Westfield Judy . . . private secretary . . . happy-go-lucky . . . squeals of laughter ... a bubbling personality. BARBARA L. SQUAZZA 135 South Street, Agawam The artistic touch to everything she does . . . sincere and sensible . . . full of novel ideas. MAUREEN MURPHY ST PETER Murph . . . joined the married ranks . . . she ' s missed around the Dorm . . . game for anything. JOAN M. STAFFORD 421 Main Street, Amesbury Artistic talent ... a hard worker . . . diligent and industrious . . . striking brown hair and eyes. MARGARET A. TAYLOR 49 Highland Avenue, Chicopee Peggy . . . always in a hurry . . . looks forward to eating . . . tickles the ivories . . . likes a good time. NORMA M. THIBODEAU 15 Montague Street, Turners Falls Beauteous Turners . . . remind me to make the coffee . . . busy work for the bookstore . . . you got the ole shmartz! JANET M. WILLARD 60 Monroe Street, Agawam Art Club president and White captain . . . time is her worst enemy . . . hey, you guys, watch out for the tombstones. LORRAINE V. WILLIAMS 22 Elmdale Street, West Springfield Soft-spoken and kind-hearted . . . efficient typist . . . Art Methods, her favorite class. ROBERT C. WOODWARD 149 Essex Street, Lynn Woodie . . . left W.S.T.C to be a State Trooper . . . best of luck, R. C, and keep in touch. 66 op!)o 68 more 69 opf)omore Btrectorp JOAN ADAMS 640 Elm Street, West Springfield Conscientious worker . . . neat to the ??th degree . . . determination and sincerity. ROBERT D. AYERS 3 Saint Joseph Drive, East Longmeadow Red . . . studious . . . friend of Roddy . . . speechmaker. JOHN BARLOW 235 East Street, Ludlow Friendly . . . pink shirt and grey Studebaker . . . never worries . . . did you get your check? CAROL A. BEDORE 149 Butler Street, Springfield Always a friendly hello to everyone . . . known for a ready smile . . . pretty, dark hair. BARBARA BENEDICT 176 Morton Street, Springfield Barb . . . quiet . . . warm sincerity . . . acorn shoes. MARY LOU BUDD 3 Parkerview Terrace, Lee Mulb . . . twenty-one roses ... a bridge addict . . . smart and helpful ... a nice girl to know. RODDY CAMERON 173 East Street, Holyoke Proud father . . . interest in paper mill . . . study everything . . . many parties. LEO CARPENTER Meadow Street, Westfield Fiz sigh major . . . band of gold . . . Cambridge tourist . . . did ' ya pass a test yet? ROBERT CARRIER 211 Oak Street, Holyoke Our shoe salesman ... so distinguished ... an easy smile. JOSEPH CAULEY 117 West Street, Holyoke Joe . . . the way I look at it ... I think they gave us too much . . . great speaker. ANN F. CAVANAUGH 25 Hale Street, West Springfield Cute smile . . . terrific personality . . . one of our cheerleaders . . . I ' m game! MARGARET M. CLUNE 518 Liberty Street, Springfield Peggy . . . cute ... a hockey fan . . . dislikes curve breakers . . great kid. LORRAINE COCCHI 851 Worthington Street, Springfield Lorry . . . small and petit . . . what a rock! ... I can only do 500 pushups left-handed. MARIE O. CONWAY 66 Chapin Street, Holyoke Odena . . . sense of humor beneath her quietness . . . bridge fanatic ... on with the polkas! ARTHUR CORBEIL, Jr. 15 Moshier Street, Holyoke Question-box . . . cheerful and smiling . . . carefree . . . did you pass? DORIS CORDONNIER 82 Garden Street, West Springfield West Side girl . . . quiet and pleasant . . . cute and conscientious. CHARLES R. DESMARIS 16 Boylston Street, Aldenville Chuck . . . clever . . . one of the rec room gang . . . many jokes and many friends. PHILIP B. DICKINSON Sodom Street, Granville Phil . . . quiet . . . capable and intelligent ... a nice smile. 70 HELEN DINEEN 69 Maplewood Terrace, Springfield The Irish Colleen . . . hey kids, I got a good idea . . . one of the Motley crew ... a swell kid to know. MARY E. DONNELLY 215 Breckwood Boulevard, Springfield A. I.C. fraternity party, anyone? . . . nice personality . . . blue Plymouth . . . Jean ' s pal. ANDREW E. DONOVAN 93 Birchwood Road, Southwick Andy . . . always with Ted . . . liked by one and all . . . married . . . sincere and earnest. DOROTHY DOWD 109 State Street, North Amherst U-Mie girl . . . vacations in Florida . . . burns the midnight oil. FRANCIS R. DUCLOS 13 Otis Street, Chicopee Falls Red . . . speed merchant . . . smart . . . locker room discussion groups . . . easy going. PATRICIA FAIR 36 Gorman Road, Framingham A friend in need is a friend indeed . . . green Chevy . . . efficient . . . shorthand notes. JOYCE M. FALLON 120 Jackson Parkway, Holyoke Billy ' s fiancee . . . card shark . . . one of our commuters . . . sparkling personality. KENNETH FERRIS 399 Appleton Street, Holyoke Ken . . . seems quiet, but oh! . . . Perry Como ' s stand-in . . . loves life. JULIE E. GERYK 5 Exeter Street, Easthampton Jewels . . . life is just a bowl of cherries . . . unexpected bursts of laughter . . . terrific personality. CORNELIUS GORMAN 58 Bradwell Street, South Hadley Falls Our sophomore class ambassador to Slavonis . . . you don ' t know how lucky you are to set next to us! . . . our history whizz. JANE E. GRIFFIN 51 Oakland Street, West Springfield Party, anyone? . . . Jane College . . . fun-loving and fancy free ... a bright, pleasing smile. JOHN B. HALLORAN 46 Squawfield Road, Westfield Sparky . . . Tee-Hee! . . . full of fun . . . always game . . . who me, worry? JOHN N. HARBILAS 49 Linden Street, Holyoke Nice guy . . . frequents the parties . . . helpful and conscientious about his studies. ROBERT HENDRY 63 Bemis Avenue, Chicopee Man of few words . . . friendly smile .. . subtle sense of humor. BARBARA HERMANN 57 Maple Street, Easthampton Barb . . . University go ' er . . . Tallulah Bankhead, the second . . . discreet and dis- criminating. IVY ISHERWOOD 40 Toogood Avenue, Easthampton Discussion dynamo . . . plans for her work and works for her plans . . . watch out, John! PATRICIA KENNEDY 36 Florence Avenue, Norwood Pat ... oh, those H. C. men . . . well it was blond . . . did you say party? 71 CLARE KORMAN 23 Clantoy Street, Springfield Perennial picnic hostess . . . what has U. M. got? . . . are you kidding? . . . hey kids! what time IT IS?? RITA S. KULPA 304 Front Street, Chicopee Ritch . . . sews and bowls . . . nice smile . . . likes to square dance . . . bakes for Leo. MARY L La FRANCIS Chapin Circle, Ludlow La La . . . traveled . . . collects souvenirs . . . full of fun ... oh, that Southern darwl! JEANNE LAMBERT 2031 Page Boulevard, Indian Orchard Kids, he ' ll be away only two more months . . . heart for the underprivileged . . . holy cow! JEANNINE R. LARIVIERE 101 West Street, Chicopee Fee Fee . . . la petite fille . . . who ' s your friend? . . . FRANCIS!!!! . . . what, gym again? BEVERLY C LAWLER 853 Armory Street, Springfield Bev . . . knittin knack . . . cute . . . intelligent and meticulous about everything she undertakes. MARTHA LAWSON 15 Main Street, Easthampton Oh, Danny Boy . . . every task undertaken, c onscientiously accomplished . . . boy! am I tired! DANIEL J. LEAHY 134 Main Street, West Springfield Dan . . . quiet and reserved ... a good friend of Phil ' s ... a dog lover. ANGELICA LOLOS 16 1 Gratton Street, Chicopee Falls Angie . . . pretty eyes . . . Emmet ' s passenger . . . former medical secretary . . . it ' s all right, Punky! BARBARA LUSZCZ 41 Pine Street, Ware Barb . . . lasting friendship . . . warm sincerity . . . easy manner . . . infectious giggle. MARJORIE A. MAGOVERN 160 Silver Street, Agawam Margie . . . loves gym . . . studious ... a nice and friendly smile. CAROL MALEC 12 Fowler Street, Westfield Oh, that blonde streak! . . . you ' re not supposed to think! . . . social life unlimited? MARTIN MANOOGIAN 23 Hampden Street, Indian Orchard Marty . . . laughing eyes and friendly smile . . . helpful advice . . . curve breaker. MARGARET MARICHACK 147 Main Street, Westfield Shy . . . Helen ' s sister . . . studious ... a pleasant manner. MARY T. MARSHALL 31 Weston Avenue, Dalton, Mass. ' A fourth for bridge? . . . personality plus . . . true heart . . . dependable and always willing to lend a helping hand. HAROLD McGRATH 480 Chestnut Street, Holyoke Hi-O . . . oh, the New Year ' s Eve party! . . . Ben Hogan the II . . . terrific sense of humor. SANDRA MENARD 45 Southwick, Feeding Hills Sandy . . . mischievous at heart . . . unquestionable sincerity . . . steadfastness in friend- ship. 72 JEAN MILBIER 73 Woodlawn Street, Springfield Sleepy time gal . . . gym, curve breaker . . . more than enthusiastic about square dancing. FRANK MILLER Barnard Road, Granville Busy man behind the counter in the Rec room ... a cheery smile . . . family man is he. MURIEL G. MONAGHAN Hampden Road, Monson Petite and cute . . . nice smile . . . intelligent . . . likes to knit and sew. THERESE R. MONGEAU Hampton Ponds, Westfield Terry . . . loves to read . . . smart . . . nice smile . . . serene and charming. THOMAS MORIARTY 409 Maple Street, Holyoke Moe . . . red-hair . . abounding humor . . . photographic memory . . . makes frequent visits to the C. H! DANIEL R. MORRISON Oliver Street, Easthampton Danny . . . always seen with Martha . . . nice looking ... a laugh a minute . . . Sure, I ' m from Easthampton! RAYMOND E. MORROW 3 Sherbrook Street, Springfield Ray . . . full of questions . . . one of our married men . . . pleasing way . . . conscientious. EMMETT J. MURPHY 40 Fuller Street, Chicopee Falls E. J. . . . future pool proprietor . . . Scheherezade really moves me! ... I think it ' s an oboe. JANE NEWSOM 86 French Avenue, Brockton Yen for men . . . undefatigable chatter . . . knock, knock, this is Jane . . . may I come in? FRANCES L. O ' CONNOR 912 Dwight Street, Holyoke Franny . . . girl genius of II A . • . likes to sew . . . cute as a button! . . . partial to Amherst College. SHIRLEY PALCZYNSKI 51 Crown Street, Westfield Mischief behind those eyes . . . earnest and easy-going . . . not left waiting at the altar. JOSEPH PAUL 348 Lower Westfield Road, Holyoke Very neat ... an avid movie fan ... so nice to know . . . just a bit shy. BERNARD E. PELLISSIERE 71 Providence Street, Chicopee Falls Enthusiastic . . . talkative ... a pleasing sense of humor . . . very friendly. DURMOND W. PELTON 45 South Maple Street, Westfield Sam . . . friend to all . . . it takes a car to get places! . . . nice dancer. JOHN J. QUIRK 6 Dubois Avenue, Westfield Turk . . . hey, group, I ' m not chairman! . . . Ann . . . where go she, go I. JOAN RAPISARDA 57 Amostown Road, West Springfield Our answer to Johann Sebastian Bach . . . shows partiality toward the muscle men at Springfield College. GEORGE RIVERS 24 Pork Street, Springfield Book-stack-hide-a-way . . . happily married . . . window cleaner . . . ever good-natured. 73 JEAN H. ROSS 16 Reed Street, Westfield Oh, that birthday party! . . . one of the laughing trio . . . smiling lassie . . . fan of the University. JUNE M. SAVOY 416 Goodwin Street, Indian Orchard Never a dull moment . . . Muriel ' s roomie . . . talented . . . St. Michael ' s . . . pleasant smile. EDWIN SHEA 66 Dearborn Street, Springfield The man with the big Hudson . . . I ' ll tell you a joke — if I can, and I think I can! . . . those cigars! STANLEY SKYPECK 107 Jackson Street, Holyoke Sky . . . athletic . . . Bonus baby! ... another pirogi eater . . . Chief of the Sophomore Tribe. RONALD P. SMITH 176 Western Avenue, Westfield Ronnie . . . transfer from Springfield College . . . party man . . . motorcycle enthusiast . . . and away we go! DOLORES M. SWIATEK 29 Eddy Street, Ware Quiet in a gentle way . . . soft and pleasing voice . . . still water runs deep. MARY LOU SZCZEPANEK 38 Morse Avenue, Ware Tall sophistication . . . long blond tresses . . . Dolore ' s other half . . . athletically inclined. LOUIS F. TORO 11 Etna Court, Springfield Intelligence plus . . . distinguished grey hair . . . also a married man. RICHARD T. Van HEYNIGAN 18 Grant Street, Westfield Van . . . everybody ' s buddy . . . beautiful long eyelashes . . . fabulous personality . . . talented M. C. BEVERLY D. WATSON 193 McKinsty Avenue, Willimansett Always laughing . . . fun to be with . . . Mickey Mouse . . . nice hair . . . thirty push-ups. RICHARD E. WELCH 6 Noble Avenue, Westfield Pug . . . avid Yankee fan . . . government checks . . . conversations with Stan . . . and a hearty — har — har! LOIS A. WHEELER 57 Montgomery Street, Westfield Light and bright . . . always a Bob . . . laughs with Sandy . . . likes sophistication. FRANCES M. WILLARD 60 Monroe Street, Agawam Franny . . . very pretty . . . Roger! . . . pleasing disposition . . . quiet and so likeable. THEODORE H. WOLFE Coes Hill Road, Southwick Many a new chariot . . . front-row seats . . . Ted . . . Andy ' s friend. ANNE WOODS 5 Fairfield Avenue, Holyoke A diplomat is she . . . Sophomore Queen . . . she has a certain quirk . . . green eyes and curly hair. ANN M. ZUCCO 395 Suffield Street, Agawam A brain . . . Physical Science whiz . . . sincere and earnest . . . always accompanied by her roomies. 74 s V, feflj fc ▼ V ' Jfres 76 jmen 77 78 Jfrestfjmen director? THERESA L. AUGERI 428 Maple Street, Holyoke You can ' t keep track of her . . . Terry . . . devil of good fun. MARIAN A. AZEVEDO 26 Sidney Street, New Bedford The New Bedford girl with a fashion twist . . . Eleanor ' s pal . . . Roger rates first. MURIEL J. BAILEY 38 Calhoun Street, Springfield Judy . . . what ' s at Westover? . . . Mmmm, pink veils ... a teacher? EILEEN M. BARRETT 516 Kings Highway, West Springfield Eileen . . . smart dresser ... a friendly smile always . . . little bit of heaven. CAROLINE M. BARTLETT Huntington Road, Worthington Carrie . . . loves art? . . . quiet and studious . . . Student Council. LUANNE S. BERGMANN 15 Wright Street, Easthampton Capable of many things . . . sweet and smart . . . always ready to help. PATRICK M. BOWLER 212 Walnut Street, Holyoke Dignified . . . Pat . . . distinctly the executive type. MARGARET M. BRAND 69 Franklin Street, Westfield A pert miss . . . loads of charm . . . always there with a smile. STANLEY J. BRZOSKA College Highway, Southwick How ' s the flea doing? . . . keeps history classes rolling . . . that was some Thanksgiving day present! MARY F. BURKE 53 Pochassic Street, Westfield Another haircut? . . . ever try parking a Hudson? . . . math, ugh! PATRICIA A. CALLAHAN 14 John ' s Road, Holyoke Pat . . . pert miss . . . ready to take on anything. BARBARA J. CAPAN 242 East Mountain Road, Westfield Friendly ' s own . . . what! no shock absorbers? . . . never a complaint . . . Barb. NATALIE A. COELHO 274 Meadow Street, Willimansett Who ' s the doll on your bulletin board? . . . A.I.C. frat party . . . how ' s the knitting coming? JOAN E. CONDEL 38 Sandy Hill Road, Westfield Joanie . . . sweet Joan . . . never walks . . . easy come-easy go . . . want a ride? JOANNE M. COTE 42 Warner Street, Easthampton Two demerits! . . . watch out for Joanne . . . what is the attraction in South Carolina? CATHERINE M. CRANE 412V2 Maple Street, Holyoke Fiery redhead ... a school . . . nothing is too difficult. MILDRED M. DAVID 32 State Street, Westfield Teachers delight ... a mother and schoolgirl too . . . she does the assignments! GREGORY C. DELIBERTO 33 Myrtle Street, Holyoke Greg . . . blessed with sincerity . . . engaged . . . hey, Mr. Policeman. GRACE M. DELTOUR 18 Reynolds Avenue, Monson Nothing below an A . . . wonderful person to know ... a smile so cheerful . . . friendly. PATRICIA A. DEVER 11 Pleasant Street, Lexington Our Lexington Lady . . . Sheila ' s roommate . . . never late for class. 79 CAROLYN T. DOERING 82 Meadowbrook Avenue, West Springfield Golf enthusiast . . . always smiling . . . anything can happen . . . and usually does! JOANNE F. DOHERTY 94 Pearle Street, Springfield Rosy fair . . radiant smile . . . Cathedral ' s own . . . serious minded. CHRISTINE F. DONNELLY 215 Breckwood Boulevard, Springfield Chris ... a musician . . . the Royal Purple . . . never stops smiling. LAWRENCE G. DRISCOLL 11 Vassar Street, Dorchester History is it with him . . . always goes along with a joke . . . rates high with all. WILLIAM T. DROHAN 1998 Northampton Street, Holyoke Another Rembrandt ... a singer, yet! . . . blue, blue, eyes . . . pleasant company. ARLENE C. EGBERT 130 South Park Terrace, Agawam Wha ' happened to Agawam? . . . here comes Mr. K. . . . good student . . . wonderful person. SANDRA A. FAGNANI 33 Wilson Street, North Agawam Arlene ' s buddy . . . Bill and Irish stew . . . room 225 . . . the Pike. MARIE L. FINNERTY 99 Westfield Road, Holyoke Marie . . . never lost in a crowd . . . interest at U. of M. . . . Oh Marie. HERBERT A. FITZELL 8 Kendrick Street, South Hadley Herby . . . what a dancer . . . phoebe anyone? . . . gay blade. BARBARA E. FLEBOTTE 929 Parker Street, Springfield Crazy Studebaker . . . those Wed. nite flings . . . Dear Cathedral ... are you two, sisters? ESTHER N. FLEBOTTE 821 White Street, Springfield Here ' s to Esther and the way she does the hula . . . the quiet type? . . . dig that smile! CHARLENE A. FLEMING 6 Piney Place, Springfield Variety is the spice of life . . . angel face . . . one of the tee hees . . . love me or leave me! MARGARET K. FLYNN 9 Braeburn Road, South Deerfield Peg . . . peaches and cream . . . Irish Lass . . . what ' s at Norwich? BARBARA F. FRASKA LaRemont Street, Southwick A lively co-ed . . . beware — woman driver! . . . crazy ' bout cokes. WALTER J. GARBACIK 22 Summit Street, South Hadley Wally . . . demon on the basketball court . . . reputation for being quiet . . . Stum . . . card shark. FLORIAN F. GERYK 14 Hudson Street, Easthampton Joker! . . . never stops laughing . . . who ' s going hunting? WALTER M. GLOWACKI 17 Grant Street, Easthampton Walt . . . curve raiser . . . master of jokes! . . . where is that check? MARYANN P. GREANEY 85 Orange Street, Westfield Sweet and feminine ... a singer . . . she plays sports, too! . . . serious student. KATHRYN A. GRIFFIN 51 Oakland Street, West Springfield Grif . . . happy-go-lucky . . . Tommy ' s girl . . . tres petite . . . mobile kid. RICHARD H. GUERTIN, Jr. 153 Main Street, Westfield Dick . . . top reporter . . . loves to laugh . . . Daddy . . . sports fan. EILEEN A. HEELON 101 Bond Street, Springfield Ei . . . little secretary . . . quiet Miss . . . Irish interest . . . nice to know. 80 ELIZABETH A. HERMANN 157 Maple Street, Easthampton Pure Dutch . . . tranquil face . . . Betty . . . sincere in every way. THERESA A. KALITA 22 Fitzgerald Road, Springfield Tech comes to Westfield . . . sweet and blonde . . willing to lend a hand. BERNARD J. KANE 136 Berkshire Avenue, Indian Orchard Watch out, girls — Mr. Esquire . . . that last cigarette . . . what ' s under the exterior? JAMES P. KANE 323 Beech Street, Holyoke Jim what a voice! . . . master of casual speeches . . . Cantata king. KATHRYN L. KELLEY Holyoke Road, Westfield Quiet and sincere . . . Carrot-top! . . . homework always done? ALICE M. KELLY 98 Lower Beverly Hills, West Springfield Viva Dartmouth! . . . Frat parties galore . . . full of pep and personality. SHEILA A. KELLY 31 Exeter Street, Arlington Darn, English only three times a week . . . Madame Secretary . . . she has a partner . . . ah, Boston. JOAN A. KENNEDY 77 Everett Street, Springfield Grad: Sacred Heart . . . hair: jet black . . . anything else you want to know? PAUL J. KOKOSYNA 54 Mt. Tom Avenue, Easthampton Koko ... he goes hunting, too . . . good natured and friendly . . . TALLLLLL. ELLEN M. KRYGOWSKI 167 Elm Street, Holyoke What ' s the attraction in history? . . . shy? ... a wonderful smile . . . such rosy cheeks! RICHARD R. LAGIMONIER 85 Lyman Street, Holyoke Dick . . . studious and hard working . . . short boy, hair to match . . . big smile . . . biology bug PATRICK B. LAVELLE 75 Saint James Avenue, Holyoke Pat . . . let ' s play those cards . . . talented artist . . . going steady with Nancy. JANET R. LORMAN 32 Colonoy Road, West Springfield Welcome back to civilian life! . . . liked by all . . . loves that algebra? WILLIAM P. MALONEY 381 Springfield Street, Agawam Bill ... a great sport . . . Mnnnn, that haircut . . . future teacher. BETHIA L. MARENA Lincoln Street, Franklin Enjoys rides to the new school . . . Beth ... no yawning, please . . . she has a great laugh. HELEN R. MARICHAK 147 Main Street, Westfield Pert Miss . . . teachers ' delight ... a quiet smile . . . very helpful person. JANET R. MARTIN 114 Maple Avenue, Middletown, R. I. Cheerful . . . sincere . . . Middletown girl. CAROLE A. McCOLLUM 30 Myrtle Terrace, Springfield Tech enthusiast . . . what ' s with Springfield College? . . . Jeannie ' s pal. phyllis a. Mccormick 466 Hillside Avenue, Holyoke Phil . . . who ' s Tapper? . . . tall and stately . . . who ' s your partner in crime? richard e. Mccormick 62 Temple Street, Springfield Dick ... he may be quiet! ... is history interesting? 81 . sheila r. Mcdonald 17 Pleasant Street, Greenfield Blue-eyed blonde . . . Greenfield gal . . . joking ' s her favorite pastime! nancy c. McGregor 248 Nonotuck Avenue, Chicopee Scotch plaid ... a friend to all . . . always gives a helping hand when needed. COLLEEN S. MEADE 28 Waldorf Street, Springfield Colly music, music, music . . . Butch. who ' s in Boston? . . . lively conversationalist. LEONARD M. MELANSON 15 South Maple Street, Westfield Duffy . . . he ' s a brilliant student . . . enjoys working ... did you ever see a nicer smile? ANTHONY M. MOLE 27 Morris Street, Springfield Tony . . what is your definition of a Nash? . . . perfect teacher, someday . . . tall and dark. RICHARD M. MOORE 284 Main Street, West Springfield Who ' s your secret love? . . . Dick ... a born speaker. EDWARD F. MORIARTY 280 Linden Street, Holyoke Fighting Irishman . . . typical Joe College . . . best all around. CLAIRE E. MURPHY 58 Seneca Street, Indian Orchard Murph . . . pajama kid . . . Irish? . . . minny minny laughs . . . game girl . . . trouble is the word. DANIEL N. MYOTT 3 Butler Street, Westfield Dick ... are Spaniards very friendly? . . . Ahhh, Summertime! MARYANN NIEMIEC 3 Princeton Avenue, Easth?mpton Diligent student . . . quiet and sweet . . . intelligence plus. MARGARET A. O ' BRIEN 41 Merida Street, Springfield Maggie, O ' B, or Peg . . . 8:50 — here comes Maggie with the baggy P.J. . . . if I could be with you — . AUDREY JEAN O ' CONNOR 34 Berkeley Avenue, Newp ort, R. I. Cute . . . music ' s her favorite ... all the way from Rhode Island. DONALD R. O ' CONNOR 14 Taylor Avenue, Westfield Dido . . . one cheeseburgher? . . . if I were free to do the things I ' d like . . . weakness — redheads. JOHN C. O ' NEILL 283 Elm Street, Holyoke Jack . . . rec-room haunt . . . Ei ' s boy . . . don ' t get shook. ALICE M. OPAROWSKI 113 Beauchamp Terrace, Chicopee Falls Argyle craze . . . where ' s my slipper? . . . which one of the Big Four rates? ROBERT ORSZAK 276 Moore Street, Chicopee Love that charcoal green suit! . . . loyal Chicopee High fan . . . what happened to Agawam? CLARA A. PAGE 51 Westminster Street, Westfield Clara . . . nice to know . . . pretty hair ... a Mrs., too! . . . Jean ' s pal . MADELINE P. PEARLE 57 Lancaster Avenue, Point of Pines, Revere Marty . . . Revish girl . . . talented, attractive Miss . . . Richard ' s Waterloo. ELEANOR PONTES 275 Vi County Street, New Bedford Did you do the algebra homework? . . . like that red nightshirt! . . . sm-o-o-th dancer. ELIZABETH J. RAMSEY 27 Cherry Street, Easthampton Charleston fan . . . soccer addict . . . sophomore class at U. of M. 82 JANICE REYNOLDS 65 Lindbergh Boulevard, Westfield An A student . . . most likely to succeed . . . manners maketh the lady. BETTY C. RINTALA 11 Harrison Avenue, Westfield Easy on the eye ... a friend to all . . . neat as a pin . . . pleasing manner. ALICE J. ROBERTS Granville Road, Southwick Always laughing . . . who me? . . . she ' s a David fan . . . winsome ways. JOHANNE M. ROCKWAL 83 Woodmont Street, Westfield Who ' s the interest at Cornell? . . . great gal with a friendly smile . . . cheery cheerleader. JOANNE C. RYAN Hubbard Street, Westfield Jo . . . loves Lennie, cars and parties . . . expert on peach fuzz . . . always a comment . . . basketball fan. ELLIE SABUROFF 37 Elmwood Avenue, Longmeadow Always a Nicoll . . . bridge queen . . . caviar at two! . . . sophistication plus! PATRICIA J. SALETNICK 25 Monroe Street, Ware Here ' s to our regular . . . bundle of pep ... to Pat and her General Jackson. MARSHA M. SALTUS 19 Cherry Street, Westfield Salty . . . cute commuter . . . Beech-Nut kid . . . goal in mind. ARTHUR L. SEAVER 45 Crystal Avenue, Springfield Art . . . dancer . . . who did it and ran? ... a real artist . . . the ladies ' man. BARBARA A. SECORD 88 Arlington Avenue, Revere Barb ... my that accent . . . quiet Miss . . . Revere just can ' t be beat. EDWARD M. SHEA 263 Elm Street, Holyoke Decker . . . tall, dark, and real intellect . . . hey, Albert, can we borrow your car? JUDITH ANN SIKES Tyingham Road, Lee Our girl from Lee . . . quiet Deb ... a smile for everyone. WILLIAM E. SLADE 9 Powdermill Road, Southwick Easy with the hammer, Bill! . . . keep those questions in class coming . . . check that black and white Pontiac! DANIEL J. SMITH 29 Washington Avenue, Holyoke Danny . . . our athlete . . . quiet — hah! . . . loves psych . . . cheerleader fan. MARIS A. SMITH 190 Myrtle Strec, Indian Orchard Smart Miss . . . sunshine personality . . . full of sugar and spice. MILDRED C. SPAULDING 3 Laurel Street, Holyoke Mike ' s coming home this weekend! what ' s the English homework? . . . mad for Bermudas. RUTH A. STARZYK 81 Center Street, Chicopee Eyes toward A.I.C. and Springfield College . . . do you think so? . . . always Rec room bound. GENE A. STENIERE 3 Dennis Street, Westfield Gene . . . sparkling personality . . . the Arbor, anyone? ... oh, that laugh. MURIEL S. STONE 309 Lexington Street, Springfield Seen but rarely heard . . . diligent student . . . nice things come in small packages. 83 iirrmrnrnfflrwrgrawinintfT a friend to all. Shirl . . . cute as a button DAVID D. SULLIVAN 97 Bowers Street, Holyoke Dave . . . party boy . . . sophistication plus . . . who has the cards? ANNE MARIE SUSSMANN West Granville Going up to the U. of M. this weekend? . . . that truck! ... a great gal. DONALD M. SW ANSON 2 Montgomery Street, Westfield Swede ... a roving eye has he . . . Barb ' s big fan . . . hoop man . . . engaged? IRENE L. SWIERAD 1 LeClaire Terrace, Chicopee No hasty decisions . . . patience is a virtue . . . true scholar. EVERETT H. TALMADGE 57 Riverside Drive, Westfield Gentlemen marry blondes . . wedding bells in December . . EARLE N. TAYLOR, Jr. 64 Avon Place, Springfield Newly wed . . . how was Paris? . . . biology bug . . . nice smile. SHIRLEY A. TIERNEY Depot Street, Southwick . Joe ' s girl . . . let ' s play cards. JEAN TWINE 12 Benham Street, Springfield Lots of fun . . . Gollee . . . card shark . . . bright and sunshiny. NANCY E. VOYIK 1532 Westfield Street, West Springfield Nan . . . quiet and sweet . . . tall and neat . . . Hmmm? U. of M.? SARA MARY WADE 11 Castle Street, Ware Oh those Sunday night blues! . . . Frat party girl . . . New London and the Coast Guard Academy. CHARLES S. WALTON 400 Hillside Avenue, Holyoke Walt . . . seldom talks but when he does . . . Holyoke man . . . easy going. CAROL ANN WARD 10 Hedges Avenue, Westfield Let ' s go to Holyoke . . . typical coed . . . music and soft lights . GAIL WEIDHAS 91 Orange Street, Westfield Want to play ' pinchy-winchy ' ? . . . the spirited redhead . . GEORGE H. WELLIVER, Jr. 29 Cleveland Avenue, Westfield . . . ideal student . . . very tall . . . never a dull moment. EDWARD I. WERENSKI 17 High Street, Holyoke always a comment in English . . . 1932 — ring a bell? . . . quiet everybody ' s pal. What ' s in the brief case? Ed . . . sharp dresser but witty. STELLA D. WIERNASZ 44 Maple Street, Easthampton Stella ... a friend indeed, especially in need . . . ambitious . . . . let ' s ask questions! WALTER C. WINGATE Ridgeview Terrace, Westfield Walt . . . pitch anyone? . . . big tease . . . loads of fun . . . club fiend. GARWOOD I. WHITNEY 50 Eldridge Avenue, West Springfield Who has the shells? ... he could be someone ' s guardian angel . what a sense of humor! . always late ... 8:00 A.M. hey, let ' s cheat! . . . canoe wonderful person . 84 mnnii« , Yf k actibitte r v M . Cto istorp FRESHMAN YEAR— 1952-53 September 15 — Well, gang, this is it! . . . registration . . . math tests ... to fail or not to fail? . . . big brother and sister picnic at Stanley Park for us . . . good time had by all. September 17 — Classes start . . . this is college! September 23 — Initiation begins . . . three days of fun and misery . . . To you most studious, suave, and sophisticated sophomores . . . this is College??? September 25 — Get- Acquainted Party . . . end of three miserable, mundane, malignant days . . . after this, what can stop us?? . . . receiving line ... I don ' t know you, you don ' t know me. October 10 — Ivy Spree sponsored by Dickinson Hall . . . Ivy House . . . blind dates, the fad ... for better or for worse. October 24 — Hampden County Teachers ' Convention . . . WE weren ' t there! ! ! October 31 — Hallowe ' en Party . . . frosh in charge of entertainment . . . Chet Symancyk, Master of Ceremonies . . . musical chairs . . . cider and donuts . . . laughs and fun. November 3-9 — Exams . . . everyone ' s face a mirror of his mind . . . blank, blank, BLANK! ! ! November 26 — Thanksgiving vacation ... at last, a chance to catch our breaths. December 1 — Back to the books . . . well rested? . . . ready to plow on. December 5 — Christmas Ball at Hotel Roger Smith . . . semi-formal . . . last one for the Seniors. December 10 — Freshman Class Supper . . . spaghetti and salad . . . those master chefs of the Rec Room kitchen . . . follow-up at basketball game . . . who knows what after?? December 14 — Dickinson Hall Christmas Party . . . JOJO as Santa . . . cute kids from Brightside . . . cake and ice cream . . . that Christmas feeling everywhere. December 18 — Christmas Banquet . . . semi-formal . . . Dickinson Hall . . . cantata by Glee Club . . . Frosh — I Heard the Bells . . . you aren ' t just kidding! . . . THIS IS COL- LEGE!!! December 19 — Beginning of Christmas vacation . . . Merry Christmas . . . Happy New Year . . . Happy . . . lost our heads!!! January 5 — School reopens . . . had a wonderful vacation . . . ready to start where we left off! January 13 — Class Supper . . . roughing it at Sunnyside . . . tobogganing . . . marshmallows and harmonizing around the fireplace . . . Buddy and Dr. Corridan . . . Always. January 19-22 — Exams again . . . This I got, but THAT! . . . keep your chin up . . . NO, put them down . . . those BLANK expressions! February 4 — Class Supper . . . spaghetti? . . . basketball game . . . follows the usual gay route . . . trusty blue convertible. February 6, 7, 8 — Winter Carnival . . . our candidates Barb White and Corky Czelusniak. February 6 — Basketball game . . . smorgasbord . . . dance . . . Tekoa and Card Party. February 7 — Ball . . . Elks ' Home . . . Louise Forrest, Henry Healy crowned. February 8 — Tobagganing at Whip ... no snow . . . WHAT to do??? . . . end of a swell weekend. March 6 — Frosh food sale . . . headquarters A P . . . net profit — $30.00 . . . We ' re in the money. March 31 — Basketball supper . . . good food . . . good time . . . dishes, dishes, dishes. April 10 — Spring Fever . . . sponsored by dorm girls . . . Ivy House . . . good time had be- fore — during — after. April 1 5 — Frosh Class Supper . . . what to eat this time? . . . same route? ... to be sure, Gang, to be sure! 88 May 8 — Freshman Ball — May Carousel . . . held at Ivy House . . . balloon motif . . . Mexican Hat Dance . . . night to remember . . . our first BIG splash. May 13 — Our first May Day : . . Louise Forrest — Queen . . . Jean Labbe, Adell Williams, Noreen Begley representing our class in the Court . . . whole affair televised. May 27 — Freshman Picnic for big brothers and sisters . . . Babs ' Beach . . . baseball . . . watermellon . . . rain . . . Mr. Wallace . . . good time. June 1-5 — Exams . . . nothing to them . . . now comes the dawn. June 4 — Class Night Banquet . . . song competition . . . Sophs win . . . Senior Play . . . Socrates, Aristotle, and Plato . . . lots of laughs. June 5 — Student Council Prom . . . formal . . . Hotel Roger Smith . . . everyone there . . . wonderful decorations . . . time . . . remember??? June 7 — Seniors graduate . . . Glee Club sang . . . You ' ll Never Walk Alone . . . tears and smiles . . . glad to be alive . . . good-bye Seniors . . . the big, wide, wonderful world is waiting for you . . . and us??? . . . We ' re SOPHOMORES now!!! SOPHOMORE YEAR— 1953-54 September 14 — We ' re back . . . some have left us — Jim Gilligan, Joanie Gorecki . . . but welcome to Dick Hellstein, Don Snyder, Al Rogers, Marie Pleau, and Don Forgue . . . another step up the ladder. September 16 — Pick up your books, shine up your glasses . . . are ALL THESE FRESH- MEN??? September 22 — Initiation . . . we get that evil gleam of revenge in our eye ... a bunch of Nothings . . . but very good sports all. September 24 — Get- Acquainted Party . . . our Joe Rodgers, M.C. . . . gives dorm girls a sur- prise ... a special late! September 30 — Frosh give Sophs a Grand Night. October 7 — First Class Supper for the year . . . just about everyone there . . . talk of old times . . . new times to come. October 9 — Gypsy Carousel . . . Fe the Fortune-Teller . . . Golden Earrings . . . fun for all. October 23 — Hampden County Teachers ' Convention . . . slept late today, but wait till next year! ! ! October 27 — Hallow ' en Party . . . little gym . . . food . . . frolic. November 6 — First Senior Vic Dance . . . first snow of the season. November 25 — Thanksgiving vacation . . . don ' t eat too much! December 5 — Senior Christmas Ball . . . huge hall . . . huge crowd . . . huge success. December 8 — Class Supper . . . business meeting combined with eating business. December 17 — Christmas Banquet . . . Dickinson Hall . . . delicious food . . . lovely carols . . . present from President Scanlon — vacation a day early . . . Cantata . . . magnificent job, Glee Club . . . Merry Christmas, everyone. January 4 — Back with New Year ' s Resolutions . . . what??? . . . forgotten already??? . . . better luck next year. January 15 — Vic Dance . . . Senior training over . . . good luck, Juniors . . . we ' re next in line— GULP! February 5, 6, 7, — Winter Carnival . . . our candidates — E.C. and Don Forgue . . . basket- ball game . . . dances . . . eats . . . more fun. February 17 — Tekoa Card Party . . . good crowd . . . prizes . . . food. April 23 — Freshman Ball . . . our Nothings prove themselves to be Somethings. May 12 — May Day . . . Irene Gietek our lovely queen ... in the Court from our class — E.C. Whitey, Kielbie . . . remember that cold wind? . . . chatter, chatter . . . W.A.A. supper a big success. May 27 — Exams . . . burning the candle at both ends ... all those facts stay in MY head??? . . . NEVER!!! June 3 — Class Night Banquet . . . songs . . . Juniors win again . . . Senior Skit . . . almost over, Gang! 89 June 4 — Class Day . . . ivy . . . songs . . . hoop rolling won by B.J. . . . athletic awards . . . we get our Yearbooks . . . Congrats to the Staff — you did a marvelous job. June 4 — Student Council Ball . . . Hotel Roger Smith roof garden . . . moonlight and music . . . the year is over. June 5 — Graduation for our big brothers and sisters . . . their Shining Hour . . . good luck in all you do wherever you may go . . . and us??? . . . We ' re JUNIORS now!!! JUNIOR YEAR— 1954-55 September 1 3 — Our Junior year! ... it doesn ' t seem possible . . . picnic for our little brothers and sisters at Stanley Park . . . And the lamp went out ??? — Again? . . . our class is larger now . . . welcome to — Doris French, Fred Lee, Mrs. Mahar, Carl Eleison, Romeo Yergeau. September 15 — Back to classes . . . But something new has been added . . . GLO, IGO, SMO??? September 20 — Initiation . . . little brothers and sisters beware! ! ! . . . but all showed they truly were our little brothers and sisters. September 23 — Get- Acquainted Party . . . Now you truly belong to Westfield little brothers and sisters! October 9 — Dorm Dance . . . sponsored by Dickinson Hall first dance of the year . . . grand success. October 20 — Class Supper . . . first of the year . . . Corky and Pirogies . . . What ' s a SMO, Mr. Merrill? October 22 — Hampden County Teachers ' Convention . . . Oh well I ' ll go when I ' m a senior! November 11 — Exams . . . What ' s the name of our Math Methods book? November 24 — Thanksgiving vacation . . . have fun . . . rest after mid-term exams. December 4 — Christmas Ball . . . everyone had a ball . . . large crowd . . . large success. December 16 — Christmas Banquet . . . Deck the Hall . . . Methodist Church . . . cantata . . . splendid work, Glee Club. December 17 — Christmas Vacation begins . . . Merry Christmas and a Very Happy New Year everyone. January 3 — Back to school . . . new clothes . . . I ' m really going to study this new year ??? January 17 — Exams . . . What ' s the GLO? . . . Master Plans. January 23 — Training begins . . . I ' m scared . . . Introductory step stage I . . . When do we start Introductory step stage II, Miss ? February 4, 5, 6 — Winter Carnival weekend . . . Bunky Collamore, and Paula Pilkington ... a good time was had by all. February 16 — Tekoa Card Party . . . five spades . . . prizes . . . more fun. March 30 — Basketball Supper . . . Congrats faculty . better luck next year W.A.A. . . . good food . . . fun. April 15 — Freshman Ball . . . Congratulations little brothers and sisters . . your first real big endeavor — a huge success. May 1 1 — May Day . . . Elaine Child, E.C. — our pretty Queen . . . others in the court from our class were . . . Barb Bullens and Mary Carol Roberts. June 2 — Class night Banquet . . . armory . . . Thanks, Mr. Nardi . . . sophomores win . . . the beginning of the end. June 3 — Class Day . . . songs . . . memories . . . hoop rolling won by Linda Piergiovanni . . . one more yearbook to cherish. June 4 — Student Council Ball . . . roof garden . . . dancing with moonbeams ... a beautiful end of another year. June 5 — Graduation . . . Those caps and gowns look wonderful . . . good luck Seniors . . . IMAGINE — we ' re Seniors. 90 SENIOR YEAR— 1955-56 September 12 — Shall we say imagine, at last, ... or Already . . . anyway, we made it . . . we ' re Seniors. September 20 — Initiation . . . remember when? . . . everywhere you look, Freshmen ' . . . good sports all! September 22 — Get- Acquainted Party . . . Wonderful time . . . good show . . . new talent . . . Van Heynigan a terrific M.C. October 8 — Dorm Dance . . . sponsored by Dickinson Hall . . . Hawaiian Holiday . . . Ivy House . . . palm trees and coconuts. October 21 — Hampten County Teachers ' Convention . . . our candle sale . . . our candles are even more tremendous this year . . . honest! ! ! November 9 — Class Supper . . . Corky and pizza . . . What happened to the Pirogies, Cork? November 23 — Thanksgiving Vacation . . . thank heavens for a rest. December 10 — Our own Christmas Ball . . . Santa came . . . singing waiters . . . Senior candle sale . . . If everyone bought just one little candle . . . greatest success ever. December 15 — Christmas Banquet . . . our last . . . Merry Christmas . . . and with Tiny Tim weed like to say ' God bless us every one! January 3 — Back after a wonderful vacation . . . two more weeks and training is over. January 16 — Exams ... for some of us a wonderful vacation . . . END of practice teaching. January 23 — Second semester begins . . . back to classes . . . drag out the socks and sneakers! February 3, 4, 5 — Winter Carnival . . . basketball game . . . sm orgasbord . . . entertainment . . . dance . . . skating and swimming . . . great fun for all. February 14 — Tekoa Card Party . . . our very own card party ... be my Valentine . . . food and prizes . . . fun for all. February 17 — Winter Vacation begins . . . time to rest up for the rest of our big year. March 2 — Cap and Gown assembly . . . got that nostalgic feeling? ... a wonderful past . . . a bright future. March 5 — Congratulations to our three new deans . . . Mr. Conlin, dean of studies . . . Mrs. Seymour, dean of women . . . Mr. Welch, dean of men . . . We wish you much suc- cess in your new positions . . . welcome to Miss Dower and Mr. Holmes. March 10 — Testimonial dinn er for our coach Ed Kosior . . . farewell ... all will miss you . . . welcome, Mr. Charles Hagan. March 28 — W.A.A. game and supper . . . volleyball game . . . fun, food . . . frolic. April 6 — Freshman Ball . . . your first big show . . . wonderful dance . . . wonderful night . . . great success. April 13 — Spring vacation . . . our last vacation . . . rest up gang! May 6 — Alumni Tea . . . stockings and heels . . . balancing tea cups. May 9 — May Day . . . our last . . . Memories are Made of This . . . our food sale ... a big success. May 22 — Senior tea for the faculty . . . very formal . . . very nice. May 25 — Student Council Prom . . . our last dance . . . We Will Have These Moments to Remember . . . moonlight dancing. May 31-June7 — Exams . . . after this we will be giving them . . . it ' s OVER now. June 7 — Class night banquet ... a song ... a tear . . . Parting is such sweet sorrow. June 8 — Class Day . . . awards . . . our precious yearbook . . . last for us . . . last for the old school . . . another ivy. June 9 — Senior Class Banquet . . . this is it . . . talk of old times . . . talk of times to come Till we Meet Again. June 10 — Commencement ... the end . . . and the beginning . . . remember the past, con- centrate on the future . . .goodbye Westfield. 91 Cte 92 Hcttbitte 93 Christmas Panquet 94 Cfjrigtmas Cantata 95 Christmas! Pali inbegt MARCH 98 tture 2, 1956 ' -; i Wirt. 99 mhi Hi(M Jtiarjx '  i - e$ 100 1 •■ ' t ♦ •§ If II 1 M t 101 102 Mem oties 103 i£ tuoent Council President Leonard Collamore Vice-President Ralph Pasqualini Secretary Carol Naughton Treasurer Kathleen Sheehan Social Chairman Mary Carol Roberts Senior Class President Robert Mahar Senior Representatives Robert Murphy, Robert Picknally Junior Class President Richard Bourbeau Junior Representatives Margaret O ' Connor, Leo Rioux Sophomore Class President Stanley Skypeck Sophomore Representatives Ann Cavanaugh, John Harbilas Freshman Class President Donald O ' Connor Freshman Representatives Gail Weidhas, Carol Bartlett Faculty Adviser Mr. Kean 104 Editor-in-Chief Lucille Ferrarini Assistant Editor Veronica Koziol Business Manager Eleanor Paradysz Social Editor Marilyn Keane Literary Editor Jane Griffin Publicity and Distribution Norma Thibodeau Feature Editor Jean Broderick Sports Editors — Men Richard Guerrin Women Esther Didomenicantonio Typist Dorothy Carroll Faculty Adviser Professor Conlin Westek has been the official college newspaper since 1946. Thanks to the ingenuity of the staff of ' 46, it is possible to discern in the name Westek a combination of Westfield and Tekoa and Westfield State Teachers College. Westek serves a threefold purpose: 1. To record — to keep a record of all school activities: academic, extra-curricular, and social. 2. To entertain — to bring you humor, reading enjoyment, interesting information, and news from other colleges. 3. To serve as a memento of your college friends and the traditions of your alma mater. 105 cience Club President Beverly C. Lawler Vice-President Joan Basile Secretary -Treasurer June Savoy Publicity Chairman Rita Kulpa Program Chairmen Joanne Dubois, Muriel Monaghan Faculty Adviser Dr. Lammers The Science Club is an organization which aims to motivate interest in the things which are going on about us every day. In keeping with this purpose, the Club, has as its major activity, field trips to places of interest as well as to business establishments. This year, the Club members have visited such places as the Westfield Telephone Exchange, the Holyoke Post Office, the Liptak Dairy of Westfield, and Anderson Sons, manufacturers of name plates. One of the outstanding activities of the Club is its annual club supper which is traditionally held in the early spring. 106 rt Club President Janet Willard Vice-President Joan Jasmin Secretary Esther Didomenicantonio Faculty Adviser Professor Farrington This year the Art Club tried something different. Instead of having one special project for the whole year, various activities were planned for each meeting. Included in the pro- gram were travel films and a re-issue of a fifty-year-old film, The Great Train Robbery ; a visit to the Jasper Rand Art Museum where Mrs. Herbert Toombs gave comments on several of her paintings on exhibit; slides and exhibits of contemporary jewelry and on the making of jewelry by the club members under the direction of Mrs. Farrington. Also on the program were the construction of hand puppets for needy children at Easter, a visit to the Springeld Museum of Fine Arts, and a supper meeting after a visit to the Smith Art Museum in Springfield. 107 X $MM. President Sheila Bray Vice-President Barbara Squazza Secretary Patricia Saletnik Treasurer Philip Dickinson Publicity Chairman Jean Rabideau Program Chairman Bernice Chmielewski Faculty Adviser Professor Kean Future Teachers of America attempts to give its members a broader outlook on the profession of teaching and education. Highlights of this year ' s program included: a talk on the Ten Qualities of a Good Teacher by Dr. Abernathy, Superintendent of the Westfield Schools; a visit to the Westfield School Committee meeting, which proved to be very in- teresting and worthwhile and panel discussions. 108 mttt j atua Club President James Kane Vice-President John O ' Neil Secretary Eileen Heelon Treasurer Charles Walton Faculty Adviser Dr. Donovan The Alter Natus Club has been in existence for five years. As the increase in the enrollment indicates, it has been extremely successful. It is one of the larger college organ- izations because it has the entire Freshman membership. Every member is responsible for enrolling a new student to take his place in the incoming Freshman class. 109 J etoman Club President Frances Willard Vice-President Joan Basile Secretary -Treasurer Norie Begley Corresponding Secretary Joanne Cote Program Chairman Janet Willard Publicity Mary Lou Szczepanek Faculty Adviser Father John O ' Neill On the second and fourth Mondays of every month, Newman Club meetings are held in the living room of Dickinson Hall. This club is the Catholic organization of the college, but all who are interested are welcomed at the meetings. The members had the pleasure, this year, of hearing interesting talks on various aspects of religion by the new adviser, Father O ' Neill. Representatives from the club attended other Newman Club meetings in Williamstown, Amherst, Springfield, and New Hamp- shire. A successful year was brought to a close with the Communion Breakfast in the latter part of May. 110 g tufcient Jfellohisffjip r ' President Eunice Bemis Secretary-Treasurer Sheila Bray Publicity Chairman • June Savoy The Student Fellowship is the inter-demoninational religious club at Westfield. Meet- ings are held one Monday evening a month in the Social Room. Under the guidance of the club adviser, Rev. Edwin J. Cowles, various meetings were planned which included speakers, discussions, a Christmas party, and a student-faculty ban- quet at Wyben Chapel in February. The Student Fellowship extends a cordial invitation to all who may wish to join it. Ill f Wtkinion |all President Jean Labbe Vice-President Joan Jasmin Secretary Joanne Dubois Treasurer Margaret O ' Connor Stewardesses Eunice Bemis, June Savoy Faculty Adviser Professor Peters House Mother Mrs. Loretta MacDonald The Dormitory, as a club, sponsors several social events during the school year. A dance, the Hawaiian Holiday was held at the Ivy House. A Farewell picnic is held in May. 112 ■ ■ ! ' .:,■■ •-■ ■ iw.ia.a. President Donald Farr Vice-President Richard Welch Treasurer Robert Picknally Assistant Treasurer Philip Dickinson Secretary Ronald Desnoyers Assistant Secretary William Maloney Publicity Leo Rioux Intramural Sports Francis Czelusniak Faculty Adviser Professor Welch The M.A.A. was started in 1938, with a total male enrollment of twenty. This year, under the guidance of Prof. Welch, the club ' s enrollment was a record-breaking one hun- dred and thirty members. The activities of the association include interclass basketball, stickball, and touch football. In addition to the athletic program, M.A.A. sponsored, this year, the third annual May Day Supper and variety show, and held a testimonial dinner for retiring coach, Edward S. Kosior. The future, we know, will bring more athletic glory to the college, and with it a chance to become better acquainted with the other New England Colleges through a sound athletic program. 113 packet Once again, the charges of Coach Edward Kosior compiled an outstanding basketball rec- ord. The team finished the longest schedule in the history of the college with a remarkable 14-11 mark. It played several colleges with enrollments of over one thousand students. The Profs played a terrific brand of ball, and gave the many fans who watched them, at home or away, many a thrill. Seniors who will be missing from next year ' s scorecards include: Bunky Collamore, Corky Czelusniak, and Ralph Pasqualini; while return- ing will be: Wally Garbacik, Stan Skypeck, Pug Welch, and Don Farr who holds all of the col- lege ' s scoring records. 114 ball For the first time, W.S.T.C. became a member of the new and popular sixteen-team, New Eng- land Teachers ' Conference League. In Conference play, our height-lacking five finished out a suc- cessful debut with an eight-win, four-loss total. Due to our new membership in the Confer- ence, our varsity basketball team has played with teams from Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Connecticut, as well as against teams from our own Bay State. 115 Action Paaeball The 1955 baseoall team finished its diamond wars with a 5-5 record. New uniforms were purchased for Coach Kosior ' s charges and the boys proved that they appreciated this gesture by playing fast hit-and-run baseball. The home games were at the Municipal Ball Park where a gathering was always on hand to greet the Profs as they took the field. The lineup for the 1955 season was as follows: Captain Robert Farr, Donald Farr, Francis Czelusniak, Leonard Collamore, Walter Hagan, Richard Hagan, Robert Woodward, Ray- mond Fitzgibbons, Ralph Pasquilini, Richard Welch, and Stanley Skypeck. In the near future, we will be playing our rivals on our own college field on the new Westfield State campus. The change will undoubtedly boost the morale not only of the team but of the student body as well. 118 ■ Cbtoarfc ft. Hositor f k Coach Edward S. Kosior is leaving us after six years of faithful service. He not only developed many an outstanding athlete during this time, but it can also be said that many of those who came in contact with him became better all-round individuals. It ' s nice to win, but sportsmanship always came first with the former A.I.C. great. For the record, his hoop teams won sixty-five and lost thirty-two. Good Luck, Coach. The year 1956-57 will find us in our new building, with a large athletic field and a gym which would do any college proud. Best of luck to our new athletic director, Charles D. Hagan, Jr. Cfjarle $. Hagan, Jr. 1S? ♦ Xt J61 ♦ President Maureen Hurley Vice-President Mary Lou Sepanek Secretary Esther Didomenicantonio Publicity Joan Stafford Captain of White Team Janet Willard Captain of Blue Team Norma Thibodeau Faculty Adviser Professor Bayless The W.A.A. strives to offer each girl in the college some physical activity which she will enjoy while she is in college, and which will also be of value to her in her leisure time in the years after college life is over. W.A.A. also sponsors several special activities during the year: at Christmas time, it takes responsibility for the Host Group at the Christmas Banquet; in the winter, there is the newly organized Faculty-Student Volley Ball Game and Supper; in the spring, the an- nual May Festival is the joint responsibility of W.A.A. and the Physical Education De- partment. 120 — Co-Captains — Paula Nolan, Dorothy Carroll — Cheerleaders — Mary C. Roberts, Carol Naughton, Lucille Ferrarini, Ann Cavanaugh, Patricia Saletnik, Joanne Rockwell, Mildred Spaulding The Cheerleaders, under W.A.A., appointed three new freshmen members to their squad this year: Pat Saletnik (regular), Joanne Rockwell (regular), and Millie Spaulding (substitute). New cheers were formulated by the girls, printed on sheets, and passed to the rooters at each game. This really helped to boost the morale of the team. 121 illap 122 ®ap ¥ w % l -L-, 7 123 ZS ♦ vl vi 124 Commuters! Club President Roy Messenger Vice-President Joyce Fallon Secretary Constance Blanchard Treasurer Lorraine Cocchi Publicity Chairman Rita Kulpa Faculty Adviser Professor Wallace All students who do not live at the Dorm are automatically members of the Com- muters ' Club. The Commuters center their energy around the annual Winter Carnival. This year the three-day affair began with a Smorgasbord and Basketball game on Friday night, February 3. Saturday night the semi-formal dance was held at the Highland Hotel. Everybody met at the College on Sunday afternoon and enjoyed either skating or swimming. The Carnival ended with lunch in the Rec Room. 125 I - c «% % lee Club President Joan Jasmin Vice-President Dorothy Carroll Secretary-Treasurer Constance Blanchard Publicity Joanne Dubois Accompanists Joan Rapisarda, Lois Schuback Faculty Adviser Professor Dower The Glee Club participates in three major activities throughout the school year. They are the Christmas Cantata, the Spring Concert, and the Commencement Exercises. It is the major musical organization and one of the largest clubs of the College. We take this opportunity to thank Mrs. Seymour for the time and inspiration she has given to the Glee Club, and to welcome Miss Catherine Dower, our new faculty adviser. 128 irl£i ' Cijoru President Patricia Saletnik Vice-President Margaret Flynn Secretary-Treasurer Nancy Voyik Librarians Joanne Cote, Ruth Starzyk Accompanist Colleen Meade Faculty Adviser Professor Dower The Girls ' Chorus has had a very successful year under the direction of Mrs. Cecilia Seymour and Professor Catherine Dower. This year the club is open to Freshman girls only and has a regular period for practice sessions. The Girls ' Chorus presented a program at the Christmas Cantata and at the Spring Concert. 129 Hooking S Jfut ■ill ■ RH ure ytmk dp? •+. • __4 te -—■ -—— ' ■HI IHI ■■■■ !!!! i bmi ■ . . jSSw rofes tcmal s pon£or£ PATRONS HAROLD T. BEATTIE, M.D. 5 3 Court St., Westfield, Mass. JOSEPH H. BLOCK, D.M.D. 38 Elm St., Westfield, Mass. BEN BRONSON, M.D. Eye-Ear-Nose-Throat 97 Elm St., Westfield, Mass. WILLIAM L. CONNERY, M.D. 97 Elm St., Westfield, Mass. JOHN M. GILLIS, D.M.D. 8 Main St., Westfield, Mass. WILLIAM N. HAMBLIN, M.D. 5 Court St., Westfield, Mass. JUNE E. MONTANO Optometrist 24 Elm St., Westfield, Mass. GEORGE F. NORRIS, D.M.D. 8 Main St., Westfield, Mass. JOHN PALLO, M.D. 97 Elm St., Westfield, Mass. N. T. RIPA, D.S.C. 38 Elm St., Westfield, Mass. OSCAR RODIN, M.D., F.I.C.S. Eye-Ear-Nose-Throat 90 Elm St., Westfield, Mass. THEODORE M. KELLOGG, M.D. 53 Court St., Westfield, Mass. LEONARD SMITH, M.D. 43 Court St., Westfield, Mass. 132 We wish to express our apprecia- tion to our many advertisers for helping to make this publication a success. Thank you. wmi urn mm km wMMmmmmi 11 ■ 132 f:i32-U 1 direct sales personal service original layouts art service retouching composition mechanicals halftone and line negatives film and plate stripping plate making offset printing folding complete bindery service packaging delivery t. o ' foo e and sons, inc. Stamford, Connecticut Stamford davis 4-9226 new york melrose 5-4112 § BEST WISHES From STWLKV HOME PRODUCTS n r 1 1 is ni is t t i ; 1 1 Westfield, Massachusetts Factories at Easthampton, Mass., and London, Ontario § STANLEY LEADS with more than 150 Quality Plus Products to save women time, work, money: (1) Polishes and house- hold cleaning preparations. (2) Dusters, Mops, Brushes, etc. (3) Products to improve personal grooming. ORIGINATORS OF THE FAMOUS STANLEY HOSTESS PARTY PLAN 135 X9 O J 0 t J 0 - 0 l A Enjoy yourself... Cote is a registered trade-mark. BOTTLED UNDER AUTHORITY OF THE COCA-COLA COMPANY BY Compliments of COMPANY H 104th INF. MNG. Men 17 Through 35 Years of Age Fulfill Your Military Obligations With THE NATIONAL GUARD — Special Benefits for Veterans — Office Open Weekdays and Tuesday Evenings 7:00-10:00 O ' clock STATE ARMORY, FRANKLIN STREET WESTFIELD, MASS. 136 X X V V X V C C . V V ' H -? - K WESTFIELD FUEL DEALERS ' ASSOCIATION • BUREK OIL CO. • GLADWIN LANE • KNEIL COAL CO. • LITTLE COAL CO. • WESTFIELD COAL CO. -° £{} ° Westfield, Massachusetts FRIEND ENJOY LIFE WITH SWEET LIFE i - v - Ti , - v v 137 Compliments of JUNIOR CLASS Compliments of SOPHOMORE CLASS Compliments of FRESHMAN CLASS Compliments of STUDENT COUNCIL ASSOCIATION 138 X ,, - ™ v ,v ' v ' c ' INSURANCE Compliments of WESTFIELD INS. AGENCY INCORPORATED £ Elm Street Westfield, Mass. I I § § yw HAMPDEN NATIONAL BANK TRUST COMPANY WESTFIELD ' S OLDEST COMMERCIAL ENTERPRISE WESTFIELD, MASS. QUINLIVAN STUDIO Telephone LO 2-6271 27 Holland Avenue Westfield, Mass. Compliments of U. S. LINE CO. WESTFIELD, MASS. y - v v v , K K ' -- ' x v v 139 5 BEST WISHES ' BOND BREAD BAKERS COLONIAL INN 1 1 Arnold Street Westfield, Mass. k ' umbinq and HEATING WARNER SUPPLY COMPANY, Inc. WESTFIELD, MASS. COFFEE DEN I 140 X - - -£ - - - t v ' ' JAY ' S CAMERA CENTRE Andrew F. Jay PHOTO SUPPLIES HOBBIES %2 7 m Phone r t jPt LO 2-3767 81 Elm Street Westfield, Mass. Con ipliments of SEARS, ROEBUCK and CO. 44 Main Street Westfield, Mass. Congratulations From TONY NIKSA 41 Court Street s Westfield, Mass. Make Easy Money Selling SCHWER CARDS CHARLES C. SCHWER CO. See Our Show Room At 165 Elm Street Westfield, Mass. SMITHS Inc. 20 Elm Street Westfield, Mass. v JOHN T. MAHER C OFFICE SUPPLIES M and ATHLETIC EQUIPMENT Westfield, Mass. 47 Elm Street WHIP CITY MEMORIAL POST No. 454 AMERICAN LEGION Inc. 112 Main Street Westfield, Mass. M. M. SALES CO. WHOLESALE and PREMIUM JOBBERS w Telephone LOgan 2-4674 205 Elm Street Westfield, Mass. O v v - - - m ' ' ' v 0- v 141 y k v 0v Vj0 v v - O r J? 0 Compliments of RALPH M. SIZER A. I. A. ARCHITECT 12 Elm Street Westfield, Mass. Z. L. Z. SALES CO. AUTOMATIC DISPENSERS Cigarettes — Hot Chocolate — Coffee Candy and Gum Telephone FLeetwood 4-7748 Chester, Mass. § FRIENDLY ICE CREAM STORE § s 80 Main Street Westfield, Mass. THE MEN ' S SHOP 24 Elm Street Westfield, Mass. TONELLI ' S LITTLE RIVER INN Westfield Road Westfield, Mass. Compliments of AMES BUTTER EGG STORE 42 Elm Street Westfield, Mass. CASEY MILK CO. l Phone LO 2-2321 Dubois Street Westfield, Mass. Compliments of LIPTAK MILK CO. City View Road Westfield, Mass. 142 X t 5 ' t 5 ANDERSON PAINT WALLPAPER 10 Broad Street Westfield, Mass. Success to the CLASS OF ' 56 PURITY MILK CO. 7 Dudley Avenue Westfield, Mass. Compliments § of I § ALBIN R. PALCZYNSKI 33 Elm Street ! Phone LOgan 2-9676 Westfield, Mass. § LOgan 2-2644 CROTTY DRUGS Prescription Specialists • SICK ROOM SUPPLIES •BIOLOGICALS •DRUG SUNDRIES PRESCRIPTION LOgan 8-8034 Compliments of JAMES W. REED Montgomery Road Westfield, Mass. ERNEST RANDALL REAL ESTATE of ALL KINDS 12 Elm Street Westfield, Mass. M. J. KITTREDGE, Inc. Phone LOgan 2-6214 88 Elm Street Westfield, Mass. FLAHIVE PAINT WALLPAPER I N CO R PO RATE D Modern and Traditional Home Color Planning LOgan 2-6161 12 Arnold Street X v - - ' t V ' v V C ' - v -tf ' V ' v ' 143 ! X 0 V 0 0T - J? -0 H. B. SMITH BOILERS ARE HEATING The New Westfield State Teachers College THE H. B. SMITH CO., Inc. WESTFIELD, MASS. | O ' MASTERS § WESTFIELDS LARGEST ASSORTMENT OF Curtains — Drapes — Slip Covers — Blankets Spreads — Sheets — Linens — Towels Lamps — Scatter Rugs 166 Elm Street Westfield, Mass. CHAMP ' S 202 Elm Street LAMBSON FURNITURE CO. 89 Elm Street Best Wishes From POPKO INSURANCE AGENCY Edward Popko, Realtor INSURANCE and REAL ESTATE 4 Franklin Street Westfield, Mass. DIETZ BAKERY 156 Elm Street Westfield, Mass. BRYAN HARDWARE CO. • 59 Elm Street NORTH SIDE PHARMACY, Inc. and TEMPLETON DRUG STORE, Inc. 9v v v v yi yt v x v v v 144 X - - « - x- ' « v t - ' 9 - LEWIS SPECIALTIES, Inc. COSMETICS — PERFUMES 24 Elm Street Westfield, Mass. R. B. POMEROY AGENCY REAL ESTATE AND INSURANCE Res. Tel. LO 8-7100 — Tel. LO 8-7133 12 Broad Street UNION DEPT. STORE Men ' s, Women ' s and Children ' s Clothing 91 Elm Street Westfield, Mass. Compliments of § ONE HOUR MARTINIZING § THE MOST IN DRY CLEANING 92 Elm Street Westfield, Mass. £ ELM DRUG CO. ? 174 Elm Street Westfield, Mass. ROMANI ' S Church Street Westfield, Mass. § THE BOWLITORIUM BOWLING AT ITS ' BEST 15 Church Street Westfield, Mass. ANTOINETTES 148 Elm Street Westfield, Mass. SUPREME RADIO Main Street Westfield, Mass. MINNIE ' S • • INFANTS AND CHILDREN ' S CLOTHES Compliments of M. N. LANDAU STORES Compliments of ENDICOTT JOHNSON SHOE STORE 104 Elm Street Tel. LO 2-6050 STUDIO BEAUTY SHOP 12 Elm Street Westfield, Mass. MARTIN ' S APPLIANCE TV SHOP CAPEHART TV. 20 Church Street Westfield, Mass. Compliments of CITY CLEANERS AND DYERS JACK ' S CLOTHING STORE • • • 6 Main Street Westfield, Mass. 145 WESTFIELD FRUIT PRODUCE CO. 64 West Silver Street Westfield, Mass. AGAWAM HARDWARE FORMERLY GALLANO ' S HARDWARE PITTSBURGH PAINTS Do It Yourself — Tools For Rent 303 Walnut Street Agawam, Mass. S. J. WISE SONS • TIRES AND RECAPPING RURAL GAS SERVICE, Inc. BRUNDAGES • • • 94 Elm Street Westfield, Mass. WESTFIELD REALTY COMPANY Tel. LO 2-3850 — Evenings LO 2-4273 24 Elm Street Westfield, Mass. WESTFIELD NEWS ADVERTISER 64 School Street Westfield, Mass. FRANCIS X. TIERNEY CONNECTICUT VALLEY INSURANCE AGENCY 5 Main Street Tel. LO 2-6371 Westfield, Mass. GERALD F. MORAN, Inc. OPTICIANS — JEWELERS Divided Payments At No Extra Charge Tel. RE 3-4185 38 Vernon Street Springfield, Mass. JASMIN ' S MARKET MEATS — GROCERIES — PROVISIONS 47 King Street North Agawam, Mass. HOTEL WESTFIELD FLAMINGO ROOM Food of Distinction CLINE ' S FISH MARKET 31 Mechanic Street Westfield, Mass. R. R. CONNER GREETING CARDS AND STATIONERY 34 Elm Street Tel. LO 2-4842 Westfield, Mass. KUTE KIDDIE SHOP • • • 34 Elm Street Tel. LO 8-7450 Westfield, Mass. FRED S. O ' DONNELL CO. 3 Court Street Westfield, Mass. GEORGE ' S BEAUTY SALON 34 Elm Street Westfield, Mass. I 146 bbertt£er£ 147 autograph 148 utograpf)£ 149 0r M u)oJ : 4tMw 4 v - te ■ n • « r „ ' $ $  ' • '