Abington High School - Abhis Yearbook (Abington, MA)

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THE ABHIS 2 3 STRAWBERRY VALLEY TEEN-TIMERS The newly-elected ofiicers of the Strawberry Valley Teentimers are: Co-presidents Charles But- ler and Shirley Thayer, Vice President Ann Mc- Pherson, Recording Secretary Cynthia Murray, Corresponding Secretary Mary Lynch and Treasurer Eleanor Maimeron. The members of the Teen-Timers' Club are try- ing to prove to the people of Abington that a place of recreation is needed for the youth of the town. In the past few years members of the club have done much hard work in striving to reach their goal. They have sponsored dances, and last year even held a talent show in order to raise funds for the building of a youth canteen in Abington. We're hoping that this year's members will con- tinue their good worlc and will soon reach their goal. SCIENCE CLUB The officers of the Science Club are: President, Cynthia XVhiting, Secretary, Claire Devlin, Treas- urer, Mary Cheever. Recently the club sponsored a Hallowe'en Dance which was very successful. Sometime in the future the members areplan- ing a field trip to the Herald-Traveler Building. They are also discussing the possibility of a Science Fair Exhibition in the spring. . HOME ECONOMICS CLUB The newly-elected officers of the Home Eco- nomics Club are: President, Lorraine Waters, Vice President, Ann Merrill, Treasurer, Lillian Pe- ters, Recording Secretary, Janet Soper, Correspon- dence Secretary, Helen Westberg. The aim of this club is to interest the girls of Abington High School in all the phases of home- making. The girls also have discussions at the meetings, when they bring up such problems as dating and pet peeves. The club members have also planned a few field trips of great interest, one of which is to the Avon Greenhouses. 1 DRAMATIC CLUB The purpose of the Dramatic Club is to give pupils, interested in Dramatics, a chance to exercise their ambitions and abilities and to learn to speak with ease before an audience. In the near future the club plans to present sev- eral short comedies. Recently the club sponsored a two-hour movie, The Count of Monte Cristo, which was greatly appreciated by all. The ofiicers of the Dramatic Club are: President, Paula Hickey, Vice President, Shirley Pratt, Secre- tary, Mary Coughlan, Treasurer, William Crook. GIRLS' GLEE CLUB Officers of the Glee Club are: President, Mar- garet Howe, Vice-President, Bertha Ransom, Sec- retary and Treasurer, Marjorie Kristiansen. Richard Hathaway, one of our talented students, is accom- panist for the group. Under the able supervision of the director, Miss Bernice Gove, the Glee Club participated in the Twilight Community Concert by singing O Holy Night, with Lorraine Keyes as soloist. . THE BAND During the football season the Abington High School, Band, under the direction of Miss Bernice Gove, played school songs at many of our games. At a recent meeting the members elected the following ofiicers: President, Roger Bolinder, Vice President, Donald Angeley, Secretary, Judy Gaffney, Treasurer, George Whalen. The band aids the school by playing at rallies, and it is now practicing Christmas Carols which it will play in a Yuletide Assembly. MARJORIB KRISTIANSEN, '51 JANET HULTMAN, '52 BERTHA RANsoM, '52 Two Little Boys One was born 'neath a roof of gold, The other was born in a house so old. One was warm and seemed to be gay, The other was cold and hungry each day, One longed for love and someone to care, While the other had love and some to spare. One learned of greed and spite and hate, The other to give and trust in fate. The one who was born 'neath a roof of gold, Couldn't buy love with his wealth untold. And the one who was born 'neath a humble sky Was blessed with the love that wealth can't buy. CAROL OUELLEHE, '51 -

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22 THE ABHIS SCHOOL NEWS MR. KELLY . Mr. john Kelley, our new coach and our only new teacher this year, is a native of Somerville, Massachusetts. During high school he played three years of varsity football. After graduation, he at- tended Boston College during his Freshman year, playing on the Freshman eleven. He then attended Notre Dame University at South Bend, Indiana, and for three years played guard on the Big Green Varsity eleven. During the recent World War, he was a captain in the Field Artillery, and a member of General Patton's Third Army in the European Theatre. After the war Coach Kelley lived in St. Peters- burg, Florida. For three years he coached football and baseball at Admiral Farragut Academy. He was also head line coach at St. Petersburg High School. Along with coaching at Abington High School, Mr. Kelley also teaches Civics. Mr. Kelley stands five feet ten inches tall and weighs one hundred ninety pounds. His favorite foods are T-bone steak and Idaho potatoes. For interests outside of sports he likes to read military history. Naturally has favorite color is Kelley green. He prefers western pictures and detective stories. His favorite actor and actress are john Wayne and Betty Hutton, respectively. When asked how he liked Abington High School, Mr. Kelley replied, Fine school-excel- lent spirit. Here's hoping Mr. Kelley likes our school and its spirit well enough to remain here with us! Under his able leadership our boys have had a very successful season on the gridiron. V STUDENT COUNCIL The student body of Abington High School has chosen Richard Berry as president of the Student Council, Gordon Bates, Vice President, janet Hult- man, Secretary and Raymond Murphy, Treasurer. The council has recently joined the National Association of Student Councils. To signify his membership each member has received a pin. During Education Week the council broadcasted plays, depicting the lives of famous educators, over the loud-speaking system. One of the future projects of the council is to send clothing to a girl in Kentucky. GIRLS' DEAN COUNCILS As in past years the Girls' Dean Association is one of the most progressive organizations in the school, boasting the active memberships of every girl in the senior high classes. Miss Hill, Dean of Girls, and her Dean's Coun- cil, comprised of Kathleen Reardon, Marjorie Kris- tiansen, Carol Ouellette, Claire Devlin, Marie Sulli- van, Mary Coughlan, Mary Lou Strange, Marlene Ransom, Mary Reardon, Janet Hultman and Bertha Ransom, have planned a program of monthly assemblies, consisting of sports, movies, discussions, and speakers, all of which will aid the girls in the selection of careers, and the development of their abilities and general person- alities. Each year the association sponsors a dance, the proceeds of which are used to buy athletic equip- ment for girls' gym classes, and the field hockey and basketball teams. Some of the money is used for the hired speakers and movies. ' CHEERLEADERS .The Cheerleaders have done a capable job of arousing school spirit this year. They have added several new cheers and songs. Through the efforts of these girls, transportation was provided, which made it possible for many students to attend the out of town games. The head cheerleaders are Claire Devlin and Carol Ouellette. Marjorie Kristiansen, Margaret Howe, Ruth Swan, Bertha Ransom, Mary Lou Strange, Virginia Maimaron, Janet Hultman and Mary Coughlan comprise the rest of the cheerlead- ers who have led our school in urging the team on to many victories. NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY The National Honor Society is Continuing its impressive work of previous years under the cap- able leadership of the following officers: President John johnson, Vice President Henry Wrightington, Secretary Margaret Howe and Treasurer Bruce San- derson. Recently the society held a profitable dance, entertaining the young people of Abington and the surrounding towns. The Hanson Grange Orches- tra provided the music. The members intend to render their profits to- ward a colorful induction ceremony in the spring. They are also discussing numerous activities to be held throughout the year for the enjoyment of the group.

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24 THE ABHIS The ABHIS stag gratefully acknowledges the financial assistance rendered by the following sponsors who bave made possible the December issue of its magazine: COMMERCIAL SPONSORS johnny's Barber Shop Rita's Lunch Abington Green Taxi Home Town Cleaners Kal's Variety Store Bemis Drug Company, Inc. Sanderson Brothers Gurney Brothers, jewelers, Brockton john W. Coleman Johnson's Home Bakery Karl Crook Motor Company L Ha11's Auto Repair Romm and Company, jewelers, Brockton Edgar's, Brockton Whit-Bell Jewelers, Whitman Sally Dress Shop, XVhitman Rosen Furniture Company, Inc., Whitman The Whitman Store, Whitman Carey's Motor Transportation, Whitman Winer's Hardware Store, Whitman Sunnylield Farms Pulver's Taxi Service, Rockland Abington Socony Service Station Abington Hardware Slattery Insurance Agency Lloyd's Hot Dog Stand Jennie's Beauty Salon Tommy's Shoe Repair Abington Wayside Furniture Hohman's Flower Shop , George Wheatley- Insurance D'Amato's Market Lanzillotta's Service Station, Rockland Allison Beauty Salon, Rockland Ann and Gerry Beauty Salon, Rockland Skyway Motors ' Franks Service Station McLaughlin Motors, Inc. Menard Jewelers, VVhitman Regal Bowling Alleys Johnson's Pharmacy, YWhitman - Thompson's Restaurant, Whitman - Reed Lumber and Coal Company John and Ed Franey Bush's Market North Abington Public Market Lynch's Store E. J. Rourke Coal Company Roy Damon George H. Tower, Inc. Abington Fruit Market John Matheson, Inc. Salorio's Markets The Golden Slipper Stoddard Oil Service Waters' Country Store A. C. Freeman, Inc., Hardware, Whitman Ware Brothers