Bellows Falls High School - Sampler Yearbook (Bellows Falls, VT)

Text from Pages 1 - 92 of the 1950 volume:

2 THE S A MP L E R FOREWORD Once again the Senior Sampler has gone to press, and another senior class has stored four years of memories between its covers. There will be few other books which the seventy-five members of this class will cherish as fondly as this yearbook, for its publication climaxes four exciting and successful school years. As our class has grown, so has the Sampler, until we of the Class of “.50” sincerely hope and believe that this issue is the best in Sampler history. 'TABLE OF CONTENTS Foreword.............. Sampler Board.......... Faculty............... Class Officers.... ('lass Day............. Who’s Who.............. Senior Knocks.......... Ye Olde Senure ('lasse a a o 8 9 8 ('lass History................................... Class Prophecy................................... Class Will...................................... Underclassmen................................... Organizations, Plays, Socials, Music, Assemblies . Athletics....................................... Kc to Pictures ............. .................. Advertising 85 3ti .3« 41 47 5« C4 G5 8 T II E S A M 1’ L E R :t Mary Damon SAMPLER BOARD OF 1950 Editor-in-chief, Joan King Assistant Editors Cathrine Disken Hae Hall Barbara Welch Business Manager, Sally Wentworth Assistant Business Managers, Elizabeth Bolles and Jane Mack Typists Mary Barry Constance Beals Angela ('apron Teresa Snarski Art Editor, Raymond McClary Faculty Advisor, Henry B, Osborn '1' H E SAM P L E R FACULTY Mr. Harry W. Montague Superintendent of Schools University of Vermont, 15. S., M. Ed. Mr. Hilton C. Holland, Principal Tufts College, 15. S. Columbia University, M. A. Miss Emma Andreae Home Economics Iowa State Teachers’ College, 15. S. University of Wyoming, M. A. Miss Priscilla Bedell Music Supervisor University of N. H., 15. A. New England Conservatory of Music Miss Virginia M. Brown English, Guidance Boston University, A. 15. University of Vermont, A. M. Mr. Frank Bush Band and Orchestra National Music Camp Boston Conservatory of Music Miss Sylvia M. Corliss Home Economics, General Science Simmons College, B. S. Mr. James M. Curran Science, Mathematics, and Shop University of Massachusetts Princeton University University of Chicago American and International, 15. A. Mr. Paul F. Davis Science, Math, Visual Aids University of N. H., B. S., M. E. Mr. Norman R. Golding Shop University of N. II., 15. S. Mr. Lawrence Hadley Physical Education for Boys University of Wisconsin Miss Mary E. Hagan English Emmanuel College, B. A. University of Maryland Miss Ann M. Hennessey English Keene Teachers’ College Miss Elizabeth H. Hunt Guidance, Social Science Middlebury College, B. A. Columbia University, M A. Mrs. Dorothy M. Jones Physical Education For Girls Posse-Nissan School of Physical Educa- tion Temple University. Physical Education, B. S. Mr. Gerald J. McCarthy Sociology, Psychology, Algebra Consumers Education, Driver Training St. Michael’s College, A. 15., M. A. Mr. Roy Miner Band and Orchestra National Music Camp American Institute of Normal Methods Mr. John W. Murphy Art New England School of Aris Mr. Walter J. Olbrych Commercial Northampton Commercial College Mr. Henry 15. Osborn, Assistant Principal French, Spanish, and English Brown University, Ph. 15 Mr. George Sanders Distributive Education Keene Teachers’ College, 15. E. Mr. Richard Sprague U. S. History, Modern History, World His- tory Bowdoin College, 15. S. Trinity College, M. A. Mrs. Thelma M. Quinn Junior High Mathematics University of Vermont, A. B. Miss Catherine Santamaria Commercial Salem Teachers’ College, B. S. in Ed. Boston University, Ed. M. Miss Roxie Jean Talbert Junior High School Social Science World History University of Vermont Miss Catherine A. Wilcox Latin, English University of Vermont, A. B., Ed. M. M. A. Mr. Stanley A. Witt Mathematics University of Vermont, B S fi T I I Ii S A M P L E R CLASS OF 1950 OFFICERS President.............Anthony Jurkoic Secretary......................Joan King Vice-President............Paul Crotty Treasurer..................Beatrice Reed CLASS COLORS CLASS MOTTO CLASS FLOWER Maroon and White Our ideas are our possibilities White Rose HONOR STLDENTS First honor................................................. Joan King Second honor............................................ R«e Hall Third honor.............................................. Teresa Snarski Other honor students alphabetically arranged Constance Beals Evelyn Chisamore Shirley Hodgkins Frances Kissel Ruth Lamlein Marjorie Raymond Barbara Welch pres hrne.n s r H ESA M P L E R CLASS DAY TrKSDAY, JI NE IS, 11)50 Processional............ Master of Ceremonies.. Music................... Presentation of Awards Music....... ( lass I list (’lass Prop Music....... Class Will. ( lass (lifts Music Presentation of Yearbook..........................................................Joan King Acceptance of Yearbook...........................................................Mr. Holland Moving up of Classes......................................................................... (’buss Song.................................................................................. School Song.................................................................................. Recessional...................................................................School Orchestra ory...................................................... Frances Kissel hecy....................................................Constance Reals ......................................................Evelyn Chisamore ........................................................ Anthony Jurkoie PROGRAM ................... .School Orchestra ...................... Anthony Jurkoie CLASS SOXC. rune: “Memories” Memories, memories of our high school days We will think of all our friends as we go our way. We are glad, yet so sad To think that we must leave. Oh! Bellows Falls High Our love will not die For our Old Alma Mater dear. High school days fun and play, we’ll lay them all aside. In our future, school or work, we now must reside. We have thought of the day When we would graduate. The class of fifty Will bring fame to thee Dear old Bellows Falls High. RACHEL MATHERS 'I ill ; S A M P L I l II WHO’S WHO RALPH ANTHONY ANDOSCA Civic A lovesomc she is I he only joy for me. Malyh Basketball 1; Sophomore Nile 2; Junior Prom 3; Freshman Reception 4; ( lass President 2. This is the popular fellow with the wavy hair who seems to make a hit with both sexes. In class as well as out, he has the enviable gift of keeping his schoolmates in stitches. Few of us will ever forget Ralph’s Sociology class. Some Fun! Although he may not be in the same class as Einstein, lie’s smart enough to be happy! Luck in the future, Ralph! ! PATRICK JAMES BA LHASA lt ) Merchandising Patsy IIell is cm ply all. the devils arc here. Junior Varsity Football 3; Junior Varsity Baseball 2, 3; Play Nile t; Spotlight Club 4. Coming from North Walpole and nearing the home stretch, is this coura- geous young man who walks a “country mile” to school every morning, well, nearly every morning. Active in several phases of school life, he stars on the baseball diamond as well as on the stage. Quite a man with the ladies too, we hear, as well as being a member of the National (iuard. As you might guess, lie leads a busy life. Knowing you’re a fast worker, Patsy, here’s to the future! ! JANE FRANCES BARBER Civic Jam Lije is trlial you make it. Spotlight Club 1. ‘2. It, 4; Home Economics Club 1, 2; Freshman Party 1: Sophomore Nite 2; Junior Party It; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Football Formal 4; Freshman Reception t; Home Room Secretary 1; (lass Treasurer 2; “Who Says Can’t?” 2; New England Dramatic Festival 1; Librarian 2, 3, 4. Whether it’s a dance, a party, or just an afternoon with the kids, Jane's laughter and wise remarks really keep things going. She’s one of those tall girls who makes us all admire her height. Jane has answered the calls for help when formals or plays were being put on. All this adds up to a friendly, well- liked girl who will be a success in whatever she attempts. ELIZABETH ANN BARNES Civic Hetty The silent girl is I lie best to listen to. Home Economics ('lull 1, 2, 3; Librarian 2, 3, 4; Monitor 4. Betty might be termed the quietest girl in the class of I960. However, she’s a good one to have around in time of need, for she reaches out a helping hand to you, whether it’s to carry a book or lend a cent or two. It seems that her two main hobbies are baby-sitting and knitting. A good combination for later life, eh, Betty? We, the class of 1950, wish you luck in your future. 10 THE SAMPLER M Ain MAR I HA BARIO Coin merci� I Mary Nothing is impossible to a willing heart. Home Economics Club I; Secretary 1; Freshman Parly I; Sophomore Nile 2: Junior Party 3; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop .3; Football Formal 4; Freshman Reception 4; Cheerleader 3, 4; Class Secretary 1. 2: Hi! Schooler 2 Monitor 4; Senior Sampler 4. Mary is certainly well-liked and a friem) to all. We have all seen her right out front in the cheering section, giving her full support to the athletic teams. She is cute and has a very pleasing personality. Practically every Saturday night she is stomping at North Springfield. How do you manage to get those good marks with all the other activities you're in.v Mary has been a great help in raising money for our class. We’re not sure just what the future holds for you, but we can predict that it will be bright and successful. ERNEST JOHN BASHAW Merchandising Sig Think in the morning, art in the noon, cat in the crating, sleep in the night. Baseball 2, 3; Science Club 2 Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Football Formal 4. If you go to one of the local theatres, and sec a blond-haired, blue-eyed usher, and he yells. “Keep quiet,” don't be alarmed, because it is just Ernest doing his job. In school Ernie is very helpful when he puts his artistic talents to work. Not much is known about his love life, but rumors around the high school state that he is interested in a certain girl from Walpole Valley. Due to his artistic abilities, his chief ambition is to own a model agency, and we wish him all the luck and success in the world. CONSTANCE BEALS Commercial Connie Tlton hast seen nothing yet. Softball 2, 3; Basketball 2, 3; Spotlight Club 4; Senior Play 4; Monitor 4; Senior Sampler 4. Wherever you hear a gale of laughter, you’ll be sure to find Connie telling one of her famous jokes. She has a wonderful personality that has won her many friends since she came to us from Keene in her sophomore year. Every week-end you’ll find her heading to one of the neighboring towns to a “stomp. ” Taking the part of the comical Lila in the senior play was second nature to Connie. The future is bound to hold pleasant things for such a swell girl! SHIRLEY ANN BEMIS Commercial Woody Croat things come in small packages. Although she’s tiny, they say good things come in small packages, and, once you’ve seen our Shirl, you will know that this is so. She is one of our proud commercial students who is always in there pitching. Besides being good in the commercial line, she is graceful, cute, and neat; she is short and she is sweet. What more can one expect from a girl who can’t be beat! ! T I I K s A M P L E K 11 LAWRENCE GORDON BENSON Civic Beanie I can hr pushed just so Jar. Varsity Football 3, 4; Monitor 4; Homeroom President 4, 3; Junior Rotarian 4; Junior High Tournament 4. Beanie is one of the best-natured boys we have. He has participated in football and has proven to be a valuable man to the sport. We certainly like those “hot square-dances at Benson’s Barn. Well all remember Beanie for the swimming lesson he gave us in chemistry class the day he broke the main water pipe. Mr. Davis will not forget, either. Here’s luck and success to, shall we say,—one of our most adventurous members. ELIZABETH ANNE HOLLES College Preparatory Betty Success treads on the heels of every right effort. Basketball Manager 3, t. Tennis 3, 4; Band and Orchestra I. 4. 3; Vice- president and Librarian t; All State Band 4: All State Orchestra .3, 4; Latin Club President 4. Roman Banquet 1. Monitor t; Junior Party 3; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Freshman Reception 4: Football Formal Hi! Schooler 4, Business Manager 3; Journalism Award 3; Asst Business Manager Sampler Board 4; Play Nile prompter 4; Spotlight Club 4: Cafeteria 4; A. A. Treasurer 4: Junior High Tournament 4. As manager of the girls basketball team, this friendly gal from the Terrace certainly did a swell job. The band and orchestra will be losing one of their most valuable members when she leaves; just ask her to direct for you sometime. As treasurer of the A. A. she had writer’s cramp. Ever been to one of her parlies? No? Well, you’re missing a treat. Best of luck in your chosen field. CLAIRE REGINA BOUSQCET Commercial Bousq Man has his will, hut woman has her way (Jlee Club 1, Home Economies Club 1; Freshman Party 1; Sophomore Nile 4 Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Junior Party 3; Freshman Reception 4; Football Formal 4; Cafeteria 1, 4 Librarian 4: Cheerleader 3, 4. If you’re looking for a girl who has a sense of humor, nice personality, and good looks, then look on the basketball floor and see Claire cheering the team along. No wonder she’s popular; she has a smile for everyone. Whenever there is a joke or humorous incident, you can bet Claire is there, putting in her two cents worth. She will argue you blue in the face that “ E SHOt’LI) HAVE WON THAT GAME! !” Her masculine interests change frequently but they are always the athletic type. Good luck! ROBERT FARR BROWN College Preparatory Boh lie thinks too much; such men are dangerous. Who’s the snazzy-looking guy with the cocky walk, coming down the aisle? Right the first time; it’s Bob Brown! Where would we have been these past four years without his timely (?) class comments? He’s quite a socialite too, we hear, fond of dancing, dancing, and more dancing! Not only that, but he’s very obliging about taking his friends places in his little buggy. Am- bitious, too. 11c plans to take up Civil Engineering! We’ll be pulling for you, Bob! 12 T 11 E S A M V L K R ANGELA MAHIE CAPRON Commercial Ang A com pardon that is cheerful is north gold. Spotlight Clui� 4; Sophomore Dance 2; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Football Formal 4; Hi! Schooler 2, 3; Play Nile 4; Senior Play 4; Cheerleader 3, 4; Home Room Representative 2; Monitor 4; Cafeteria 4; Senior Sampler 4. Angela’s the black-haired lass from Saxtons River. Oh, pardon! We meant to sav Mellows Falls. It’s so easy to make mistakes, especially since Angela’s interests are so occupied by a certain boy from Saxtons River. An- gela is one of the top typists in the class. Can she make those keys fly! This R. F. girl believes in keeping up the morale of the fellows on the team by her cheerleading, especially during football season. She hopes to become a secretary in the future, and, with all her ambition, we’re sure she’ll make a good one. WILLIAM FRED CAREY Civic HiU IIdler late than never. Junior Varsity Football 1, 2; Junior Prom 3. Here is another resident of Westminster. He could be a genius, but study- ing is bad for his eyes. He has nice curly hair and loves to be called “Owl.” Bill can really liven up the dull periods of the day. He is striving to be a bach- elor, strictly off women! In the winter he is always happy to stay away from skiing, sliding ami skating; a fellow can catch cold outdoors. Bill is contented to sit by the fire with a book and a pipe. A swell fellow who, if he lets himself, will go a long way. VINCENT ANGELO CETTO Merchandising Flip I never let studying interfere with my education. While riding around in your car, you have probably stopped at Joe’s Service Station and seen a brown-haired, blue-eyed young man there. For those who are in doubt, that was Flip Cetto. In school Vincent is very helpful to everyone. His chief talent is fire fighting. He is a member of the North Walpole Fire Department and his greatest ambition is to be Chief. Here’s to success in your future life. EVELYN WINNIE ( HISAMORE College Preparatory Chin Some people get results, others get consequences. J. V. Basketball 3; Varsity Basketball 4; Softball 3, 4; Home Economics Club 1. If you’ve seen our basketball team, you’d know in a minute who this star is. Not only is she good at basketball, but she is an all-around sport as well. Her outside activities are mainly taken up at the hospital, as a nurses’ aide. With her ambition and good humor she will make many patients happy, as she has succeeded in doing to our class. Chis is destined to make good at her career of nursing. We’re all for you, Chis. T II E S A M P L E R 13 PAUL JOSEPH CROTTV College Preparatory H inkers The Irish hare the best hearts in the kingdom. Junior Varsity Football 1; Varsity Football 2, 3. 4: Junior Varsity Basket- ball 1; Varsity Basketball 2, 3, 4: Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Track 3, 4; Tennis 3; Spotlight Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Director Junior High Tournament 4; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Junior Itotarian 4; Boys’ State 3. Here’s a combination of a swell kid and a good athlete, who excels in almost any sport. Paul has many friends and admirers, many of them of the opposite sex. Wherever anything has to be done. Paul is always on the job, with a strong arm and lots of good ideas. We wish you the best of luck as a coach, and know that, if you are as successful as you have been the past four years, you will have a wonderful life. JANICE ATHEL CURRIER Civic Jan What never? Well,—hardly ever! Science Club 1; Senior Play Committee 4. There goes Jan, one of the quiet girls of the class. When Mr. Osborn says there is decorating work to be done, Jan is right there, ready, willing and able to help. She loves to go deer hunting, so we hear, but she never brings back any proof. She thinks Keene and Westminster are very good hunting grounds. When she and Jo aren’t down in Shaw’s you can find her home, knitting or whipping up some concoction in her kitchen. Jan has it easy, living so close to school. She can sleep longer than the rest of us in the morning. She possesses qualities which are sure to make her a success in life. ALBERT JAMES DAGNOLI Civic Dag I'd rather hug a pigskin than any girl I know. Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 4; Student Advisory Board 4; Monitor 3, 4; Home Room Representative 2: Junior Party 3; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Football Formal 4; Freshman Reception 4; Play Nite 4; Boys’ State 3: Junior Rotarian 4. Dag is the boy who always has a bright smile and a cheery hello for everyone. He is tops in sports, and received honorable mention in football in his Junior year. Dag is a very busy boy, having played baseball and basketball in school, for the C. Y. ()., and the Legion. He also attended Boys’ State in his Junior year. How Dag does all this and keeps up his school work, and a job besides, amazes everyone. We are all certain that, if he continues with his good work, Dag will have no trouble finding success in life. JOHN WILLIAM DAILEY College Preparatory John Man is the head but iroman turns it. Junior Varsity Football 1.2; Varsity Football 3, 4; Junior Varsity Basket- ball 2, 3; Varsity Basketball 4; Baseball 2; Spotlight Club 3, 4. Who’s that good looking fellow? Why, it’s John Dailey. John is quite the ladies' man and, when it comes to getting them, he’s right there. As an athlete he did a swell job in football and basketball. John plans to go to l V. M. next year. We’ll be here, cheering for you, John, and we know you’ll make good, provided, of course, you remember to study. 14 '1' H E S A M P L E R MARY FRANCES DAMON College Preparatory Mary Her pulse beats matrimony. Special (ilee (Mill) I, 4. it, V; New England Music Festival 4; Vermont Music Festival I. 4, it, 4. Football Formal 4; Hi! Schooler 4; Sampler Hoard 4; Operetta 4: Christmas Cantata it, 4; Monitor 4. To one of the little girls in the class, but far from the quietest. You do have a hearty laugh, don’t you' Mary divides her time evenly between writing to Ted and sewing. She is president of the Girl Scouts and holds the highest honor a scout can have. The Curved Bar. If asked what she plans to do after graduation, Mary will smile ami reply, “He a housewife and, maybe, have six kids.” We wish you all luck, Mary. EDWARD GORMAN DION Merchandising Ned I'm learning a lot, but school interferes. Junior High Tournament 3; Science Club 1; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Football Formal 4; Monitor 3, 4; Cafeteria 4; Junior Rotarian 4. Here is the tall, dark, and handsome lad of the senior class. You have all seen him displaying his friendly smile, while directing traffic in the halls. You can always find him at the Saturday night dances showing his ability. We also know he’s been the life of many a party. Whatever Ned may decide to do iu the future, we know he will make good. CATHRINE THERESA DISKEN Civic Kitty And still the ironder grew, that one little head could carry all it knew. Spotlight Club 4, 3, 4; Sophomore Party 4; Junior Party 3; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Hi! Schooler 3; Sampler Hoard 4; Christmas Cantata 4; Librarian 1, 4, 3; Head Librarian 4; Monitor 4; Conversation is never at a standstill when Kitty's around. Dance, party, or any other social affair, Kitty is always there, right in the middle of every- thing. having the time of her life. Though she is the smallest girl iu the class, Kitty has been a big asset to the school. She has had her share of men and keeps the mailman pretty busy. Journalism is her choice for the future. We don’t have to wish her good luck, because, with her brains and personality, she can't help but succeed in unvthing she tries. ■ gr PRUDENCE MILLER DUFFY College Preparatory Prudy As merry as the day is long. Hand, 1, 4, 3, I; Orchestra 1, 4, 3, 4; All State Band 3, 4; Vermont Music Festival 3; Roman Banquet 3: Monitor 4. Here is that dark-eyed girl from Saxtons River who always has a smile for everyone. Prudy is quite a gal in sports, especially basketball. Wherever you find the band, Prudy is bound to be there, playing her French horn. We all know that she will he a wonderful nurse and make all those lucky patients happy. Here’s wishing you the best of luck, Prudy. THE S A M PLER 15 PAUL WILLIAM EMERSON Civic Doc If there isn't any fun, I start a circus of my own. Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Junior Prom 3: Senior Hop 3; Football Formul 4; Spotlight Club 4. The cause of all the disturbance in study hall? Oh, you must mean Doc. No, he isn’t the quiet type; he doesn’t believe in it. Doc is often seen at dances in Wulpole and Springfield. We wonder what he does the other nights of the week. Homework? Impossible—he doesn't believe in that either. With his exceptionally likable ways, he's sure to be a success in any field he chooses. HOLLAND STANLEY FISHER Civic Ronni Eat, drink and be merry, for tomorrow we may die. Basketball 3; Baseball 3; Spotlight Club 4; Play Nite 4. Here’s the fellow who came to B. F. from New Lebanon in our Sophomore yeur. Ronnie, being the class night-hawk, gets around quite a bit. He can always be seen in Springfield or one of the other neighboring towns. Never see him in B. F. though. Ronnie showed just how talented he really is, when he was culled on for Play Nite. Keep up the good work in the future, Ronnie PAUL FRANCIS FLAVIN Civic Flat Women? I hare never heard of women before. What are women like? Basketball 2, 3; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Freshman Reception 4; Football Formal 4. Paul is one of our more quiet boys. But you know the old saying,” Still water runs deep.” He’s also quite ambitious and certainly has done his bit in helping the class put on formats. The A P couldn’t have had a more indus- trious employee than Paul. He’s also a steady customer at the Friday night Walpole dances. What’s the attraction, Paul? Best of luck to a swell fellow. We know you’ll succeed. HUGH HENRY GRAGEN, JR. Civic Hughie Sometimes I wonder: other times I know. Football 3, 4; Basketball 3; Band and Orchestra 1, 2, Vice-President 3, President 4; Vermont Music Festival 1, 2. 3, 4; New England Music Festival 3, 4; Special Glee Club 4; Christmas Cantata 4; Monitor 3, 4; Junior Rotarian 4. Hugh is often seen on the stage in either the band, orchestra, or glee club. He has been to Burlington for four years to play with the All-State Band and to All New England for three years. Hugh has also offered his talents in basket- ball and football. He is a wonderful all-around sport, who has many friends, a good many, we hear, female. Here’s wishing you luck. Hugh; we know you will make good use of it. Commercial Gripps 1 ) 'I' HE S A M P L E R HOSE ANTOINETTE GRIPPO The world has angels all too few. Spotlight C‘lul Vice-President 4; Girls' State 3: Sophomore Dance 2; Football Formal 4: Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Hi! Schooler 2, 3, 4; “To 'Flic Lovely Margaret” 4: Senior Play 4; Home Room Secretary 3; Monitor 4. Rose is the girl who seems very quiet around school, but only to those who don’t know her very well. Her popularity is, perhaps, due to her cheerful and friendly manner. She proved her ability as an actress when she played the part of “mother” in “To The Lovely Margaret.” She went to Girls’ State as a Junior, too. We wonder if it’s really the work that’s so interesting down at the office, that makes Rose rush off every afternoon at 2:15! There’s no doubt that whatever she does, and wherever she goes, she’ll be a tremendous success. CLAYTON EMERSON GRISWOLD Civic Gizmo It is very hard to seel: to please everybody. Rand 1; Orchestra 1; Senior Hop 3; Junior Rotarian 4. Many of the underclassmen who plan to participate in football next fall will miss the familiar ear with yellow wheels in which Gizmo transported the players to the “Dust Bowl.” Like most of our local boys, he was drawn to Springfield once or twice, but the home town talent always seems to bring him back. We often wonder how his poor old car stands up under a load of 1(1 kids. Like Gizmo, it must have a lot of patience. We all agree you’re going places and 75 kids can’t be wrong! WILLIAM WALLACE GROUT, JR. Civic Bill 1 must complain the cards are ill-shuffled, 'til I have a good hand. Freshman Basketball 1; J. V. Football 1. 2; J. V. Basketball 1.2, 3; J. V. Baseball 1, 2; Varsity Football 3, 4; Varsity Basketball 4; Varsity Baseball 3; Spotlight Club 1; Science Club 1; Junior Rotarian 4. Who’s the smiling face coming down the hall? Right the first time— Billy Grout! He’s been a staunch supporter of our football and basketball teams, holding down the position of guard in both sports. Bill’s big problem stems from not owning a car. Ten miles is a long way to walk,—and all for a girl!! His big ambition is-------? Well, Bill, what is it? Keep ’em smiling. Bill, and we can guarantee you’ll knock ’em «lead! WORDEN FRANK HALE, JR. College Preparatory Shorty Little strokes fell great oaks. Band 1, 2. 3, 4; Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4; Special Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Spotlight Club 2, 3, 4; Christmas Pageant 3; Junior Rotarian 4. That quiet boy from Bartonsville is none other than Wor«len. The saying, “Big things come in small packages,” certainly holds true. We have seen Worden in many of the musicals «luring the past four years. Being quiet, he «loesn’t tell us about his love life, but one never knows. One of his biggest outside activities is the 4-II. He took several trips to Burlington anti the Eastern States Exposition. He is, as yet, undecided what he would like to do after graduation, but, with his ambition, he’s bound to make the grade in whatever he chooses. T II K S A M P L E K 17 DALPIIIA RAE IIALL College Preparatory liar I have no superfluous leisure. Basket hall 2, 3, 4; Varsity Tennis 3. 4; Varsity Softball I; Band and Orchestra 1, 2, 3; Secretary and Treasurer 3; Special Glee Club 2, 3, 4; All State Orchestra 1; All State Band 2, 3; Spotlight Club 3, 4; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Football Formal 4; Sampler Board 4; Monitor 4; Girls’ State 3; Student Advisory Board 2, 3; Chairman 4; Secretary A. A. 4; Vermont Music Festival 3. Right at the top of the Hit-Parade is our little “ Rac of Sunshine. Des- pite the fact that she has so much to do, she manages to take a leading role in all her activities. Star of the basketball and tennis courts, leading light in the glee club, and a prominent member of the S. A. B., to mention only a few, her ready wit and super-charged brain have made her an outstanding member of an outstanding class! Here’s to a gal who’s going to go places and do things. PATRICIA ANN HAMMOND Civic PeUie Politeness costs nothing, and gains everything. Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Softball 1, 4; Monitor 4; Football Formal 4; Junior Prom 3. Patricia is a cheerful girl, with red hair, but we all know she doesn’t have the temper which usually goes with red hair. One of Mrs. Jones’ star guards—- what would the varsity have done without her? Among other things, she is one of the class twins, but would anyone believe that Pat is related to Pcnner? Well, it’s true! Recently she has taken a great interest in the Grange. It couldn't be because of a certain Granger, could it? You arc doing a wonderful job as lecturer of Bartonsville Grange. Pat. Congratulations! We all know you have your heart set upon being a nurse, and we wish you all the success in the world. PRENTICE FISK HAMMOND College Preparatory Pcnner ’ Tie better to have loved and lost, than to have never loved at all. Football 3, 4; Baseball 3, 4; Spotlight Club 3, 4; Monitor 4; Senior Play t; Junior Rotarian 4; President of A. A. 4. Ham is that fun-loving lad from Bartonsville. He seems to be in most of the school activities, even though he lives far from school. He is always with Gizmo and his Model-A Ford. Ham has played varsity football anti baseball for the last two years. He is also President of the Athletic Association. Wc think he would rather “stomp than eat, and seems to attend every square- dance within 100 miles. Ham is also a great ladies’ man. Everyone who knows him likes him. We’ll all miss his hearty laugh. JOHN HAROLD HAYES Civic Hayesie The wrong tray always seems the more reasonable. J. V. Basketball 2. 3; Varsity Basketball 3; Freshman Basketball 1; Special Glee Club 1, 2. 3, 4; All State Chorus 2, 3; Band 1; New England Music Festival 2; Spotlight Club 1. 2, 3, 4; Sophomore Party 2; Junior Prom 3- Christmas Pageant 1, 2. 3; “Idlings of the King 3; Play Nite 4; Senior Play 4; Best Actor Award 4; Monitor 3, 4. 'I he tall, lanky, dark-haired, good-natured boy, who originally came to B. F. from Fairhaven, gets along swell in Sociology Class with Mr McCarthy. We wonder why? John, the outstanding actor of the class, when not rehearsing for a play, spends most of his spare time working in Whelan’s, where he plans to become manager. When John’s old Ford was still in running order, it made several long trips across the line to N. Y. But wc won’t let out any more of his trade secrets about the times spent there. Ix ve is one of John’s secrets, too, but we can understand this, after his thrilling love scenes in the Senior Play T HE S A M I L i R MARY ELIZABETH HEMINGWAY Commercial 3 ary iOCC isr constant in all things. Junior Party 3; Hi! Schooler typist 4. Mary is a girl who is quiet, until you know her. And when you do know her, you find a wonderful sport and a pleasing personality. Living out in Saxtons River, Mary hasn’t had too many opportunities to participate in school doings, but, when she has, it has been to do a good job. She hasn’t quite decided what she will do after graduation. Her plans do include marriage, but not in the immediate future. Good luck in whatever you do, Mary. RICHARD FRANKLIN HILL Civic Pick His bashful mind hinders. Special Glee Club 4: Christmas Pageant 4. One of the quieter personalities of the class, Dick never seems to have much to say. lie has a jolly disposition, and is always willing to lend a helping hand in any situation. This year, for the first time, he is in the Special Glee Club, and doing a good job in it, too. Did you see him as a shepherd in the Christmas pageant? With his reserved but amiable nature, Dick is always on hand with a ready smile and a good joke. We wish you all the luck in the world, Dick! RUSSELL JULIUS HITCHCOCK College Preparatory Russ What cannot be curedt must be endured. Baseball 4; Monitor 4. Russ is one of our boys from Saxtons River. But his activities are by no means confined to S. R.! ! No, Indeed ! ! ! He is another of our nighthawks, with B. F. as his special stomping ground! Strangely enough, though, he doesn’t seem to be tied down to any one female in particular. Maybe he doesn’t know what he’s missing; maybe he’s just smart! ! Time will tell, and we Ye betting it will tell a story of success. SHIRLEY DORIS HODGKINS Commercial Skirl Sired is the remembrance of a generous deed. Student Advisory Board 3, 4; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Freshman Reception 4; Football Formal 4; Monitor 4; Mathematics Award 2. Here is a combination of personality, looks, and brains. Shirl is Gageville’s contribution to the class of ’50. This is the kid that started the square-dancing fad. How does she find time to take in so many “stomps,” besides mixing sodas at Fletchers? That’s another one of her many secrets. In addition to her active social life, she finds time to help Miss Blood in the office. Good luck to a swell kid. WALTER GIV JEN NISON Commercial Walt lie's a man, every inch of him. Baseball 1; Junior Prom 3. Everyone knows when Walt’s in town; just look at his car. You will always find him at the Walpole dances on Friday nights. Walt has been very active in shop work and he is very good at any line of carpentry. There have been many things that he has made in the shop, which have been on display in the halls. For those of you who don’t know it, Walt is a large-scale chicken and egg producer. He has a new chicken house on which he «lid most of the carpentry work last summer. We know he will be very successful in the future as a carpenter. Good luck, Wall. ANTHONY STANLEY JURKOIC College Preparatory Auntie The dignity and height of honor. Basketball 1, 2, 8, I, Captain 4; Baseball I, 2, 3; Football 4; Junior Prom 3; Freshman Reception 4; Football Formal 4; Class Treasurer 1; Junior Ro- tarian 4; Class President 4. Auntie is the most popular boy in the Senior Class. As our class president, he has done a fine job. One of the most outstanding athletes in the state, he has shown both modesty ami consideration for others. Auntie can be seen almost any time driving his classy Ford along the streets of North Walpole, or heading south, toward Walpole. Walpole is an enchanting place! Ask Auntie. With all his many attributes, he will surely have a happy and successful life! MICHAEL ALEXANDER KARNACEWICZ Civic Mickey All's veil that ends veil—maybe. Junior Varsity Basketball 1, 2; Varsity Basketball 3, 4; Spotlight Club 4; Senior Hop 3; Football Formal 4; “This Bull Ate Nutmeg” 4. Mickey is another of those sports-minded boys from North Walpole. Aside from being quite active in baseball and basketball, he is also a regular walking sports-encyclopedia. After four years of hearing the Patterson vs. Karnaccwicz debates over which team is going to win the pennant, the entire class should know that. Mickey also seems to be somewhat of a man with the girls, but right now he is pretty busy keeping IS Center St. under control. Mickey plans to attend the Cniversity of N. H., where he will major in History. If he makes as many friends there, as he has made here, he will go a long way. Jx)ts of luck, Mickey; you’ve been a swell fellow and a fine classmate. JOAN LOIS KING College Preparatory Joan L. You were born for something great. Basketball 2, 3; Special Glee Club 4; Christmas Pageant 2, 4; Latin Club 3, 4; Spotlight Club 2, 3, 4; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Hi! Schooler 2, 3, 4, Assistant Editor 2, Editor 3; Sampler Editor 4; Prize Play 4; Best Actress 4; Monitor 3, 4, Captain 4; Office Worker 3, 4; Student Advisory Board 4; Girls’ State 3; Vermont Youth Forum 3; Burlington Freedom Train 2: New England School Newspapers Conference 3; I). A. R. Girl t; Class Secretary 3, 4; H« me Room Vice-President 2; Senior Play 4. Junior High Tournament 4. What was that streak that just flashed by. the one with the auburn hair? That was our Joan L. How can she find so many things to do? She’s our Moni- tor Captain, our best actress, and our valedictorian. She even took a jaunt down to Atkinson St. to impart knowledge to the little Atkinsonians. And, believe it or not, she finds time for numerous gentlemen and manages to keep life interesting, hers and theirs! Have you ever seen her do an imitation of Beatrice Kay? How about it. Joan? And what about her tap-dancing, fellows. What’s the secret. Joanie? Where «lo you get the energy and ambition to reach such excellence in so many fields? Our hats are off to you! You’re sure to reach the top in whatever you attempt. 20 'I' H K S A M PL K R MARY KINIKY Commercial Mary All women are ambitious—naturally. Mary, with her bright smile and twinkling eyes, caine tous in our Senior year. A definite addition to our class, she is staggering under a huge load of commercial subjects. Mary, too, is from Saxtons River, and extremely well- liked by her fellow students. We haven’t seen her around much, but that is undoubtedly because she just joined the class. It’s been fun having you with us, and lots of luck in the future, Mary! f FRANCES ROSALIE KISSEL College Preparatory Fran I cannot do all things. Latin Club 4; Junior From 3; Senior Hop 3; Freshman Reception 4; Football Formal 4: Hi! Schooler Production Manager 3; New England News paper Conference 3; Senior Play 4: Varsity Cheerleader 4; Roman Banquet 1, 3; Home Room Secretary 1; Monitor 4. If you hear a giggle any time or anywhere, the chances arc three to one it’s Frannie. She’s another one of those cute girls who hails from North Walpole. Between play practice, cheering, and working in Fletcher’s, we often wonder where she finds time to do it all. Isn’t it strange, though, that, with all her business, Frannie still finds time to go to Springfield on Saturday nights? Just mention those dances and watch her eyes pop and that smile spread across her face. 'This North Walpole gal intends to go into nursing, and we all know she’ll be a lucky gain for Fitchburg. Rl’TFI MARY’ LAMLEIN College Preparatory Huthie I did nothing in particular and did it well. Special Glee Club 3, 4; Monitor 4; Ticket Seller Football 2, 3, 4. You just don’t know this gal, if you think she’s quiet! Ruth has a great many interests outside school, with baby-sitting, cats, music, teaching Sunday School, and cooking listed among the top ten. Ruth has devised a new system of cooking; she takes several different recipes and mixes them all up. You should see some of the concoctions that result, or taste ’em! This is her second year in the Speeial Glee Club, and she’s been doing a good job holding up her end of it in the alto section. Ask Ruth what her big ambition in life is. Her answer will amaze you! With her pleasant personality the future looks promising. ROBERT LEWIS LYNDE College Preparatory Hob Let's make hay while the sun shines. Football 3. 4; Special Glee Club 3, 4; New England Music Festival 4; Burlington Music Festival 3; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 8; Christmas Pageant 3, 4 Prize Play 4; Senior Play 4. Bob’s that cute, curly-haired boy who came to us during his Junior year. We all thought Bob was pretty quiet, but first impressions arc so deceiving. This boy seems to make a hit with all the B. F. girls, expecially one in particular. How about that. Bob? Y’ou’vc seen him as a right guard on the football squad and in many plays during the two years lie has been in B. F. If you want dramatic ability. Bob has it! By the way, Bob, those Walpole dances provide a lot of interest for you, don’t they? This B. F. boy plans to continue on to school, to take up commercial art, and he’s sure to succeed. 'I' H E S A M P L E R 21 RAYMOND FRANCIS MC CLARY Civic Ramie The man that blushes is not quite a brute. Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; All-State 3; Spotlight Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Hi! Schooler 3; Sampler Art Editor 4. Here is the boy who keeps the office busy keeping track of his absence slips. He’s one of the quiet boys of the class, but, if you see him driving around the square at night, don’t be surprised. He’s looking for a certain girl. One of his ambitions is to take a new car apart and see if he can rebuild it. He’s sure to go places with that artistic talent. His biggest ambition is to be a commercial artist. Ray has been trying to go on a 3-day school week, but hasn’t succeeded yet. With his looks and personality he is sure to reach the top. WILLIAM ROBERT MC GUIRK Commercial Bill Still uaters run deep. Basketball 4; Junior Varsity Baseball 3. Well, well, what have we here? We might have guessed it—another one of those boys from North Walpole! But here’s a switch, he’s a cjuiet one! One of our better basketball players, Billy is a familiar figure to those who attend basketball games regularly. He seems to be another of these fellows with no female interests, but. on the other hand, maybe there’s someone we don’t know about. But there again, time will tell! Here’s to luck in the future. JANE ELIZABETH MACK Commercial Janie Because is a tcoman's reason. Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Special Glee Club 2, 3, 4. Who’s the gal that wishes Springfield was in her own back yard? You guessed it; that’s our Janie. This little girl was born with the gift ofgabandyou can bet your life she sometimes wishes she could give it away. Where there’s trouble, there’s Janie. She’s really an all-around girl with her ability in sports, preferably basketball, and the many other activities in which she takes part. We mustn’t forget Janie’s dancing. Boy, can she—pardon the expression— “cut a rug”! This fun-loving girl has a great many ambitions, and, no matter which one she chooses, she’s bound for success. RACHEL LORRAINE MATHERS College Preparatory Rack Music is said to be the speech of angels. Special Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Band 1, 2, 3; Orchestra 1, 2; Vermont Music Festival 2; Monitor 3, Lieutenant 4; Latin Club 4; Student Advisorv Board 1, 3; Spotlight Club 2. 3, 4; Christmas Pageant 1, 2. 3. 4; “The Whole Town’s Talking” 4; Operetta 1. Let us introduce you to the prettiest girl in the Senior Class, Rachel Mathers. Rachie, besides her good looks, has a lovely voice and has contributed much to the musical activities of B. F. II. S. What would Miss Bedell ever have done without her? As you have no doubt heard, Rach is also quite a popular gal with the opposite sex, especially with a certain group known as the V A. boys. She really gets around! The I . V. M. Kakewalk was a big event this year. Was it fun? How about telling us about it sometime? Rach plans to become a surgical nurse and we all know that she’ll be very successful. The best of luck to you, Rach. 22 T HE S A M P L EJR JOHN MACKENZIE MELLISH Civic N wfc Cursed be he uho moves my bones. Junior Varsity Football 2; Junior Prom if; Football Formal 4. John, better known as Stub, is quite an active member of the (lage- ville A. C. We hear he’s getting to be quite a ladies’ man. More power to you, Stub. Stub always has a cheery smile and hello when we meet him in the corridor. We don't know what we would have done all through school without his wit. He is also quite a lover of literature, and, if there is any word that comes up with which we are having difficulty. Stub is always there to lend a helping hand. As for athletic ability, we don’t know too much about it, except that he is a dead-eye at the Community House in basketball, and, according to the younger generation out in Gageville, he is pretty rugged in football. Best of Luck, Stub. GERALDINE MARGARET PALMER Commercial Gerry She nears her heart upon her slcere. Junior Prom if; Junior Party 3; Football Formal 4. Gerry is the girl with a smile for everyone. When she’s not puzzling over her bookkeeping, she’s running around Newberry’s repeating, “May I help you?’’ Gerry spends her summer leisure time swimming. For winter recreation, besides being an ardent basketball fan, she racks up a mean score in bowling. One of her vear-around favorite pastimes is writing to a certain Art, in a little town in New Hampshire. Gerry’s set her goal at being a secretary. We’re all rooting for you. ADELINE KATHERINE PANEK College Preparatory Delcia Quiet till you get to knotr her. I-atin Club 3, 4; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Home Room President 1; Librarian 4; Cafeteria 4: Monitor 4; Cheerleader 4. Here's a gal who, at first glance, appears to be quiet, but take a tip from those who know her best,—she isn’t! Ask Delcia how she got those cutedimples and she’ll tell you a little story. Credit should be given to this cute, blue-eyed brunette for working and succeeding in bringing the Rockingham Hospital patients to quicker recoveries with her impressive ways. And we shouldn’t forget the swell job she did as cheerleader for the past two years. We’re sure Delcia won’t be forgotten by her classmates for a long time and we wish her a very successful nursing cureer. JOAN ALICE PARROTT Commercial Joannie There is misehief in this female. Special Glee Club 1; Freshman Reception 4: Operetta 1; Cheerleader 3. Joanie’s that cute gal from North Walpole who never seems to miss a day of school. What’s the matter, Joanie? Is the bridge too cold or is it the many loves you have on your mind? We all envy her beautiful natural curls. Did you ever hear her sing? She really has a nice voice and always seems to know the latest tunes. As a cheerleader, you couldn’t have asked for a better one. Joanie, what’s so interesting in Shaw’s? Could it be? Ilmm! 1 wonder. Well, we all know that with her looks, personality, und swell sense of humor, she is surely on the road to success! THE S A M PEER 23 KENNETH PAUL PARROTT Commercial Kenny Where lairs and tyranny begin. Vermont Music Festival 3; Special (ilee Club 8, 4; Home Room Represen- tative 4; Christmas Pageant 4; Play Nite 4. Tall, dark, nice looking,—of course that’s Kenny. This North Walpole boy is interested in mechanical work but we know of one interest that has nothing to do with mechanics. Those frequent trips to Alstead are getting to be a habit. He does a lot of artistic work. If you’ve never seen any of his paintings, you’re really missing something. Aumand’s store seems to be Kenny’s step-home. You’re bound to find him there every night, except Wednesday, when Au- niand’s is closed. Kenny’s not too sure of the future yet, but, whatever he decides to do, there’s no one better to do it. JOHN KENNETH PATTERSON Civic Kenny Life is a bubble. Kaseball 1, 2, 8, 4; Basketball 1; Home Room President 1. If you happen to hear anyone in the halls mentioning sports, it’s none other than our Kenny. Known to his friends as Fuzzy, he’s trying to move Boston a little closer to B. F. The women don’t appeal to Kenny any more, ever since he heard that Boston has three professional teams, baseball, basket- ball, and hockey. His ambition is to play basketball for the Celtics. With that left-hand hook-shot perfected, he’s as good as Larelli. Just imagine the public address system at Boston Garden announcing this: Starting at right forward that sensational six-foot-five-inch star, Kenny (Fuzzy) Patterson.” We wish you all the luck in the world in whatever it may be. CHARLES JOHN PENCEK Commercial Cookie I agree u-ith no man's opinion; I hare my oun. Manager Baseball, Football, Basketball 4; Science Club i, President 8, 4; Junior Prom 8; Senior Hop 8; Freshman Reception 4; Football Formal 4 Here’s the young man of whom the whole school should be proud. That’s Charles! Charlie is the veteran of our class. After spending three years in the Navy, Charlie came to school as a Freshman. We now find him graduating in our Class of ’50. Whenever there is something to be done for the class, Charlie does it without any fuss. He is active in other departments also: as manager of our football team, basketball team, and baseball team. He doesn’t go for the female sex, he says! Look where he goes over the week-end. Hats off to a lad with umhitions and determination. Lots of luck, Cookie. MARGUERITE ELAINE PERRY College Preparatory Marg Merer a dull moment. Latin Club 3; Freshman Reception 4; Junior Prom 3; Football Formal 4; Monitor 3, 4. If you meet a girl with smiling hazel eyes, walking up Rockingham Street, that's Marg. Marguerite’s favorite sport is eating. She came to us a sopho- more, from Hardwick. Vermont, and soon won us all with her bright smile. Marg’s ambition is to become a nurse. Can’t you just see her in a white uni- form, holding hands with those handsome men patients? Here’s to ya, kid! ! 24 T II E SAM P L E R MARJORIE ELLEN RAYMOND Commercial Porky Light or dark, short or tall, she sets a trap to snare them all. Basketball 1, 2; Softball 1. 2, 3, 4; Band 1; Spotlight Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Home Room Treasurer 1. Why take life seriously? You’ll never get out alive. Whenever there’s an uproar, look for Marge to be in the middle. She’s had her share of men, in and out of town, but right now she has narrowed her field down to Green Street. As the (’enter Street branch of the Gageville gung, she really gets around. Don’t let her nickname fool you: she’s really quite small. May all that the world has to offer be yours. BEATRICE LILLIAN REED Commercial Beattie It's nice to be natural, when you're naturally nice. Spotlight Club 4; Freshman Party 1; Freshman Reception 4; Senior Hop 3; Junior Prom .3; Hi! Schooler 2, 3, 4: Senior Play 4; Monitor 4; Cheerleader 3, 4: Librarian 2; (’lass Treasurer 3, 4: Cafeteria 3. Cute, popular, and full of pep, that’s our Beattie. Even though she’s small, she can often be seen on the football field or the basketball floor cheering the team on. If you are walking down the corridor of B. F. II. S. and see a Monitor smiling to everyone, you’ll know it’s Beattie. Her friendly manner and nice personality have won her many lasting friends. She has proved what a good sport she could be more than once by her grand sense of humor. It seems there’s one special senior boy who occupies quite a lot of her time. Lots of luck and success in the future, Bea. CARLETON EMORY ROBY Civic Vic God bless my ladies. Are they all in lore? Spotlight Club 1, 2,3, 4: Senior Play Committee 4; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Football Formal 4; “Antic Spring 1: “Three’s a Crowd 2; New England Drama Festival 1; “Circumstances Alter Cases 3; “To the lively Margaret 4; “The Whole Town’s Talking 4; Class Vice-President 3; Junior Rotarian 4. Here comes the class Casanova. Vic is well known everywhere within a radius of one hundred miles. He’s tall, good-looking, and. Oh! what an actor! Vic is another frequent visitor to Springfield. He says he goes for the ride, but confidentially, we know differently. We wonder whether he prefers blondes, brunettes or redheads; lie’s had his share of them all. He has a pleasant manner that gets him things. He’s a swell sport and all round good guy. Keep it up; you’ll go places. JOANNE NELLIE SHATTUCK Civic Jo I altcays have the last icord. Special Glee Club 4; Home Room Committee 1, 3; Monitor 4; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Junior Party 3; Football Formal I: Majorette 1, 2, 3, 4; Cafeteria 1, 4; Librarian 4; Freshman Reception 4. We always know where to look when we need volunteers for a committee. Joanne never fails us. As a majorette, she’s one of the best. Invariably we run into her as she rushes to her monitor post. She likes everybody, especially the boys. She’s very accomplished in the art of flirting with those big blue eyes. Springfield, Keene and Westminster seem to be big attractions. Jo is part of the Currier, Shattuck combination. We all agree that she seems to have that extremely pleasing and dependable way that gains her many friends. We aren't sure what her future will be, but we are sure she’ll be a tremendous success. T HE S A M P L E R •if) LUCRETIA ANN SHORE Civic AT% Many ran argue, and many ran converse. Junior Party 8; Junior Prom 3; Cafeteria 1. 4. 3, 4. Kitty seems to take a big interest in the Opera House. Is it the jot� , or the people she meets, that interests her most? Her interests are by no means all at the Opera House. They seem to travel to New Hampshire, especially to Drewsville ami South Acworth. By the way, where does he come from? Gagc- ville certainly lost a good looking girl, when you moved to Bellows Falls. Kitty’s one ambition is to own a theatre of her own, but, till then, all we can do is wish you luck, and hope you get your theatre. EUGENE NELSON SHORT Civic Snuffy Hr ran swear the devil out of HeU. Junior Varsity Football 1, 2; Varsity Football 3, t: Junior Varsity Base- ball 1, ‘2, 3; Band I; Special (ilee Club I. 2, 3, 4; Spotlight Club 3. 1; Student Advisory Board 4; Christmas Pageant 3. Who’s this sporty gent in the 1032 limousine? Why, it’s none other than the mad chemist of the class of ’50. General Chemistry just wouldn’t have been the same without Snuffy. Most of his spare time out of school has been the exclusive property of a certain senior girl, whose name is Beattie. We hear Snuffy’s ambition is to be a mechanic so that he can keep his ear going. With his winning ways. Snuffy’s sure to be a success in whatever he decides to do. Best of luck to a swell schoolmate. : ELIZABETH ELLEN SMITH College Preparatory Betty Silence best speaks the mind. Basketball 1; Latin Club 3; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3. Betty is the art genius of our Senior Class. She will certainly get a long way in future years with her artistic ability and pleasing personality. Most of Betty’s time is spent in the ticket booth at the State Theatre. If you cannot find her there. Lord only knows where she is. Betty’s favorite pastime is going out to dinner and to dances with a certain friend. It certainly isn’t a female, is it. Betty? Her favorite expression is. “I am utterly exhausted,” especially at quarter past two on school days. Best of luck in your nursing career, or whatever you do! TERESA LEONA SNARSKI Commercial Teresa Her u ays arc trays of pleasantness and all her paths of peace. Softball 1; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Monitor 4; Junior Prom 3; Football For- mal 4; Hi! Schooler Typist 4; Girls’ State 3; Senior Sampler 4. With her poise and pleasant smile, plus ambition and brains, she should make a very good secretary. Teresa is one of our A students we don’t hear much about. What do you do with all those bills you get from Mr. Osborn? The cafeteria picked a swell bookkeeper. Teresa is another of Mrs. Jones’ defensive players on the team. It creates a problem getting home from prac- tice, but, of course, there is always North Walpole. She may often be seen at the sewing machine; hope you win your trip to Chicago! What will Mr. Spencer do for excitement on the bus when you arc gone? We wish you all the luck in the world. 26 T H E S A M P L E R MALCOLM LEWIS STREETER Commercial Sammy The hunter home from the hill. Junior Varsity Football 1. 2; Varsity Football 3. Captain I; Junior Varsity Basketball S: Varsity Basketball 4; Varsity Baseball 3; Student Ad- visory Board 4; Junior Rotarian 4. A short, well-built, good-looking guy from Westminster. c all know that he goes steady with Dextrose Daphne at Riverview. No wonder Andy gets as much business as he does with a guy like Sam around. What would Coach Had- ley do without Sam on the football and basketball teams? If you can’t find Sam, he is probably in Connecticut. When he isn’t there, he is home, trying to fix his Model A, which is practically hopeless. No wonder he is good in bookkeeping: he sits right next to Mr. Olbrych. We can see him 10 years from now, the proud owner of Riverview. ROSEMARY ELIZABETH SZUCH Civic Szuchie The devil cannot tie a woman's tongue. Basketball 3; Football Formal 4. Rosemary is that cute little blonde from North Walpole who was always busy playing basketball, not only for the High School but also for the C. Y.Os. of North Walpole. She has always wanted to be a nurse; don’t be surprised if you wake up from ether and see her smiling down at you. Rosemary always likes to make trips, but why always to Charlestown? What is the big attrac- tion? If you ever want to know anything about either chemistry or history, just ask Rosemary; she always seems to know. Good luck in the future to a swell person. t ROBERT LEWIS TIDI) Civic Turk Man is the only animal that blushes. One of the less boisterous members of the class. Bob, better known as Turk, claims to be a woman-hater. We know better, though. He’s seen at all the dances, and you can’t tell us he goes for the ride. We hear he plans to become an electrical engineer. Nice work if you can get it, and we know you will. Here’s to ya! BARBARA 4N ELCH Commercial Harb So light of foot, so light of spirit. Basketball 1; Softball 2; Junior Prom 3; Hi! Schooler 2; Sampler 4; Junior High Tournament 4: Librarian 4; Monitor 4: Office 4; Spotlight Club 4 Here’s the girl that causes all the commotion first period, flying from room to room, assisting Miss Blood. Gageville is proud of this hard-working girl Don’t let the sophisticated air fool you; she’s good-natured and friendly. College boys seem to be her main interest. She's another of those square- dancing fiends. Having known her for four years, we’re sure she’ll succeed. SALLY MAH IK WENTWORTH T UK S A M P L E R 27 College Preparatory Sally It's a friendly heart that has many friends. Majorette 1. 2, 3. 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Tennis 4: Homan Banquet 1: Latin Club 4: Spotlight Club 4; Senior Play Committee 4; Hi! Schooler 1: Play N’ite I: Senior Play 4; Cafeteria 1; Junior Red Cross 2 Home Hoorn Secretary 3: Junior Party 3: Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Football Formal I; Monitor 4: Freshman Reception 4; Librarian I; Junior High Tournament I; Office t; Senior Sampler 4. Want to apply for an all-around girl? Well this attractive girl can meet qualifications in any field. Whenever there’s a parade or football game, Sally’s right out in front with her high-stepping, and winning smile. In basketball, this young lassie can really set up plays. 'Phis past year Sally has been a bright spot in all our dramatic productions. And she has a knack for getting along with the opposite sex. Her sparkling personality has brought her many friends. 'Phe nursing profession has a prize candidate. May your happiness be complete in the coming years, Sal! JAMES GORMAN WHITCOMB 'ivi- Jim lie's heard the chimes at midnight. Football ami Basketball Manager 3; Spotlight Club 1, 2, 3. 4; Football Formal 4; Senior Hop 3: ” Antic Spring” 1; “Three’s a Crowd” 2; “The Whole Town’s Talking” 4; Monitor 3, 4, Lieutenant 4. Here is our tall, good-looking member of the Senior Class who has a won- derful sense of humor. You can always see him in Shaw’s, telling one of his amusing stories for which he has a special talent. He is also quite a ladies’ man; his favorite town is Claremont. In school, Jim is quite active; he spends most of his time trying to figure whether he will ever get out. With his personality, there will always be a place in the world for a swell kid like Jim. LAI HA MAY WILLARD Civic There is nothing more fun than a man. Hill Junior From 3. Here’s another (iageville belle who usually manages to get to school on time. As the only girl in the merchandising class, she got along 0. K. What would Newberry’s do without her able assistance? Laura can name all makes of cars now. Who’s been instructing her??? Every week-end she can be found square-dancing with the rest of the gang. She also takes an occasional trip to Hut land. She claims she goes up to roller skate! Will’s one of those lucky girls with naturally curly hair. She’s a swell friend and one you’ll always like to have around. Best of everything to you. Will. FAREWELL Farewell to B. F. High School, farewell to our teachers, too. The cradle of our education, the home of all the youths. Wherever we may wander in all the future years. We will never forget B. F. through sorrow and through tears. We want to thank our parents for all they’ve done for us: Our parents are the people whom we can always trust. When we had any troubles, they always helped us through; They always are behind us, no matter what we do. MARO TERITE FERRY SENIOR KNOCKS NAME RALPH ANDOSCA PATRICK BALDASARO JANE BARBER ELIZABETH BARNES MARY BARRY ERNEST BASHAW CONSTANCE BEALS SHIRLEY BEMIS LAWRENCE BENSON ELIZABETH BOLLES CLAIRE BOrSQCET ROBERT BROWN ANGELA CAPRON WILLIAM CAREY VINCENT CETTO EVELYN CII ISA MORE PACE GROTTY JANICE CURRIER ALBERT DAGNOLI JOHN DAILEY MARY DAMON EDWARD DION CATHRINE DISKEN PRUDENCE DUFFY ALIBI EXPRESSION AMBITION (lot to meet Ed Can’t! The old man won’t let me Was late for school I don’t want to he late Got my dates mixed Had to go to the Armory Missed the bus Got too much homework Had to walk home Mother won’t let me I don’t wanta go Haven’t any gas Can’t! Got a side ache Too much work Had to go to work The hospital comes first The basket wasn’t big enough Got to take care of my sister’s kids Had to work Got a date Gotta go home and write a letter Got to meet the boys Got to see if there’s any mail Have to ask Mrs. Jeff first Talk to it Let’s go someplace Stoo-pid dog No kidding Oh, I forgot That ain’t what I heard Sure Oh heavens Guess he don’t have none I thought I’d die To get along with girls To be Captain of the National Guard To own a car To work in a library To marry a millionaire To own a model agency To be on Broadway To be a secretary To have his OWN car To take Mr. Davis’ place for one day on know what you can do, don’tcha? To act serious My aching back She makes me sick Lands boy It’ll be a cold day in — Whozegutso For Pete’s sake Why, sure Get a stick and kill it You’re full of it Oh studio To-----with you Well, love us Oh, for crying out loud To be an engineer Anybody’s guess Millionaire Chief of the North Walpole Fire Dept. To have her OWN nursery To be a coach To own a Cadillac To be a Priest To get A's in college To shorten the distance from here to there To be a Diesel Engineer To own the New York Times To go out seven nights a week I’Al'l, EMERSON Going to Springfield HOLLAND FISHER I couldn't got homo in time PAUL FLAVIN (� ot to work HUGH GRAGEN Got to work ROSE GRIPPO Had to work late ( LAYTON GRISWOLD Car wouldn’t start WILLIAM GROUT Haven't got time WORDEN HALE Gotta work RAF HALL Can't swing it! PATRICIA HAMMOND Because PRENTICE HAMMOND Who’ll I take JOHN HAYES Too tired MARY HEMINGWAY Tommy kept me up too late RICHARD HILL I did the wrong one RUSSELL HITCHCOCK Couldn’t get off the hill SHIRLEY HODGKINS Have to work WALTER JEN NISON Got to work ANTHONY JURKOIC She’s not the girl for me MICHAEL KARNACEWICZ (lot to work JOAN KING I only got (� hours sleep last night MARY KINTRY Can’t remember FRANCES KISSELL Can’t. Hughie just called RUTH LAM LEIN (Jot to take care of my little hoy friend ROBERT LYNDE Got to go see someone RAYMOND McCLARY Was out of town WILLIAM McGl’IRK Got to work As a fellow says To own Lambert's Let’s no To be an edura ted hobo What do you mean? To be a lawyer and prosecute Lana Turner Piffle To be successful For nosh sakes To own her own company Where to? To run the town farm No kidding Play professional baseball Ah-h-h—well. I'll tell you To succeed That’s true To live dangerously Oh! Sugarnut To be a nurse Let's n stomping Take over Standard Paper Company (lee, O, man To be a druggist Don't rush me To be a perfect wife Oh ya? To be a singer Thunder To join the State Police More fun To be another Vera Ellen Can't swing it To be six feet tall Holy Smokum To be a carpenter You're no buddy of mine To know as much as the greatest history professor (’lever, mighty clever To be a single career girl Oh, honestly To get an education Oh Godfrey To have a million dollars worth of clothes (lo lay an egg To play an organ Oh! To be an architectural designer Hi, boy To be a commercial artist Dog-gone it To be a trout fisherman To he a trout fisherman NAME ALIBI JANE MACK Couldn’t find a ride down RACHEL MATHERS No future in it JOHN MKLLISH Broke OERALDINE PALMER Have to do my bookkeeping ADELINE PANEK Can t. My mother won’t let me JOAN PARROTT Cotta work KENNETH PARROTT Was over at the Armory KENNETH PATTERSON Have to help Cookie CHARLES PENCEK I’m too old MARC.CERITE PERRY Well, you know my sister-in-law MARJORIE RAYMOND No money BEATRICE REED It's getting late; I’ve got to go home CARLETON ROBY Can’t swing it JOANNE SHATTCCK Have to ask my mother LCCRETIA SHORE Cot to work at the Opera House ECC.ENE SHORT ( ar’s outa gas ELIZABETH SMITH I can’t. Have to work TERESA SNARSKI Couldn’t make it MALCOLM STREETER Had to go to Keene with my father ROSEMARY SZCCII Have to go with Freddie ROBERT TIDI) Had to work late BARBARA WELCH Cot to go to work SALLY WENTWORTH Cot to get my father's supper at nine JAMES WHITCOMB Had to go to Claremont LACRA WILLARD Had to walk from Cagevillc EXPRESSION AMBITION That's cute To have «lances eight nights a week Excuse me, mother To he an old maid Veto To graduate (Jeez To he a lumberjack’s wife Oh heck To sec the world You think so, huh? A man with looks,personality and a million dollars You don't say To replace Mr. Olhrych Can't see it To he a sports announcer Ah, cut it out To run the M. (i. M. cameras Oh my heavens To he a nurse You crumh To go a week without a fight with Ralph What do you mean? To grow CP (Jet off my ear To replace Charles Boyer Would if I could, hut I can’t To marry a multimillionaire Where there's a will there’s a way To own her own theatre Aw, go on '1'«� he an admiral It is absolutely fascinating To he a nurse Oh, really? To get a 1 river's license Couldn’t get the car Live in Connecticut and own a convertible Oh that’s awful To he a nurse What are you, a joker? To ow n Newberry’s Nice one To join a college fraternity Oh fish To teach the Psychology chapter. Friend- ship and Love, in Mr. McCarthy's place I ain’t fussy To stay out of trouble How lucky can you get? To run a garage T II E S A M P L E R 31 YE OLDE SENURE CLASSE CLASS NOTABLES CLASS MELODIES Most Most Best Best Best Best (lass Popular Boy...................Anthony Jurkoic Popular (iirl.....................Joan King Looking Boy....................Malcolm Streeter Looking (iirl..................Rachel Mathers Nature! Boy................... Paul Emerson Nature! (iirl..................Beatrice Reed Crooner (Boy).....................John Hayes Most Best Best ( lass Best Best Best ('lass Crooner ((iirl).................Rachel Mathers Most Studious (iirl .......................Joan King Studious Boy....................Anthony Jurkoic Dressed Boy.........................Edward Dion Dressed (iirl.................Sally Went worth Sheik.................................Carleton Roby Athlete (Boy)......................Paul Crottv Athlete ((iirl)........................Rae Hall Sport ((iirl).................Sally Wentworth Best Sport (Boy)..............................Anthony Jurkoic Most Attractive................... Shirley Hodgkins Laziest (Iirl..........................Jane Barber Laziest Boy..............................John Mellish Class Night Hawk..............................Holland Fisher (iirl with the Biggest Drag.................Rae Hall Boy with the Biggest Drag......................Paul Crotty Most Talkative (iirl..................Cathrine Disken Most Talkative Boy.................Kenneth Patterson Wittiest Girl........................Constance Beals Wittiest Boy.......................Kenneth Patterson Smartest Girl..............................Joan King Smartest Boy. ........................Anthony Jurkoic Best Actor.......................................John Hayes Best Actress...............................Joan King Class Artist............................Ernest Bashaw Class Poet.................................Joan King Best Dancer (Boy)............................Edward Dion Best Dancer (Girl).................Shirley Hodgkins Politest Girl..................................Teresa Snarski Politest Boy..................................Anthony Jurkoic Most Modest Boy..........................Robert Tidd Most Modest Girl....................Teresa Snarski ('lass Whistler.......................John Mellish Charlie Pencek—“Take Me Out to the Ball Game Marguerite Perry “Oh! Johnny Betty Smith “Find Me a Primitive Man” Rosemary Szuch—“ Put Your Arms Around Me, Honey ” Sally Wentworth—“How Many Hearts Have You Broken?” Ralph Andosca—“Show Me the Way to Go Home!” Patsy Baldasaro—“Somebody’s Coming to My House” Ernest Bashaw What Do You Do in the Infantry? Connie Beals “1 said NO! Shirley Beinis “You’d Be Surprised” Claire Bousquet “ Why Don’t We Do This More Often?” Betty Bolles -“The Things We Did Last Summer.” Vincent Cetto—“ Mother Never Told Me It Was Anything Like This.” Rae Hall—“I’m in Ix ve With a Wonderful Guy.” Evelyn Chisamore— Who Cares?” Mary Damon “They Didn’t Believe Me. Paul Flavin “The World Owes Me a Living” Rose Grippo Someday, I Know. Clayton Griswold—“We Won’t Get Home I ntil Morning.” Bill Grout—“I Should Care.” Hugh Gragen—“Why Does It Get so Late so Early?” Mickey Karnacewicz—“My Gal Sal” Raymond McClarey—“I Don t Get It. Bill McGuirk -“Over the River.” Mary Kiniry—“After Graduation Day. Rachel Mathers “Everything Happens to Me!” Jane Barber—“Three O’Clock in the Morning.” Lawrence Benson—“Give Me Five Minutes More” Paul Crotty—“Make Believe” Kitty Disken—“I’ll Be Seeing You. Joan King—“I’m the Lonesomest Gal in Town.” ??? MAGAZINES COME TO LIFE HIT PARADE “We’ll Meet Again”—Senior (’lass “Somebody Else is Taking My Place Graduating Class There are Such Things”—Warnings “Need You Crib Sheets “Oh! How I Hate to (let I p in the Morning”—To go to school “Homework” Less of it! “I Don’t (’are Not Much!!! “Look and Listen”—Monitors “I Wake Cp in the Morning Feeling Fine Saturdays Redbook -Report cards Time What seniors never have enough of! Liberty—2:15 bell True Confession Mr. Holland’s office Calling All Girls—Bob Brown Calling All Boys Porky Seventeen- Majority of Senior (’lass Saturday Evening Post—Shaw’s I .ife— Psychology (’lass Holiday—What’s that? Parents—They never seem to understand Varsity—Paul Crotty Look—Peroxide fad Personal Romance—Sally Wentworth Today’s Woman—Joan King T HE Si CLASS INVENTORY For a color we have.....BROWN horses we have........BARNES the hair we have ... . (Whit)COMB u tavern we have . DUFFY dishes we have... ... BOLLES the dusting we have...(G)RAG(en) a document we have WILL(ard) relatives we have.....(Hodg)KIN(s) a chicken we have.....(Hitch)COCK drinks we have........BAR(ry) a vehicle we have..... CAR(ey) a ruler we have....... KING the car we have HILL also STREKT(er) a profession we have.. BARBER also SMITH a storin we have......HALE a dress we have.......HEM(ingway) a sport we have.......(Snar)SKI the cattle we have.... HAY(es) food we have..........('AP(r)ON and HAM(mond) a dance floor we have.HALL a hold we have . GRIP(po) a boy’s name we have (Dis)KEN heighth we have.......SHORT clothing we have......ROBE(v) also (S)HAT(tuck) the heuch we have...... .SHORE writing wc have.......PEN(cek) a bird we have........PARROTT a container we have...PAN(ek) apples we have........MAC(k) a pastime we have.....KISS(el) a subject we have.....MATH(ers) Fridays we have.......FISH(er) B. F. H. S. BROADCAST Inner Sanctum Mr. Montague’s office Truth or Consequences Mr. Holland’s office Can You Top This— Chemistry Lab Life Can Be Beautiful—After the finals The Right to Happiness—Vacation Along Memory Trail—The past four years Curtain Time—Graduation Waltz Time—Senior Hop Playhouse—B. F. H. S. OZZIE There was a small man Who ruled Room Eleven. He had patience with us Seniors. So, we tliink he deserves a seat in heaven. He scolded us all loudly. And kept us after school. But Ozzie was good to us, Ami we knew his word was the rule. M P L E R .M ST IMAGINE Bill Grout with his own cigarettes Rue not knitting Bob Tidd with jet black hair Adeline without Frances Sally not flirting Roby with a butch Jane Barber on time Porky going steady Aunty without that nickname Bob Brown being silent Barb Welch not doing squares Betty quitting band Ned Dion — 5' 1 Pat Hammond not saying “Got to catch the bus’’ Joanne Shat tuck not getting ribbed in Sociology Kenny Patterson, valedictorian Sammy with a shave Teresa getting F Paul ( rotty not playing sports Mellish in a hurry Hale in a tussle with Beanie Gragen not chasing heifers Kitty Disken, perfect attendance Emerson staying at home Beattie Weed, not Reed John Haves, a midget Dag an Irishman John Dailey, a blonde Jimmy Whitcomb with his eyes wide open Ronnie Fisher being the pride and joy of the senior class Joan King being idle The Office without Miss Blood Schools without teachers!!!!!! A word Of kindness goes Deep into the heart. Like an arrow, so swift, A dart. ANTHONY JCRKOIC ??? Oh. Hallowe’en time is an uncanny season. As goblins and witches abound in the gloom. And vampires, phantoms and all eerie creatures Add to the feeling of mystery and doom. Since last Hallowe’en everyone has been asking, “ Was it a ghost or a witch on a broom; Or was it a goblin who climbed to the window And imprisoned the chicken in Miss Brown’s room?” JANE BARBER GOODNIGHT!! I kissed her good-night, Which seemed all right. I climbed into the starter And stepped on the car; Backed the crate for wan! And got this far. EVELYN (’ll ISA MORE HI GH GRAGEN T II R f. A M P I, E R CLASS HISTORY When I first knew I was to write the History of the Class of '50 my mind went blank for several days. The word “history has always caused a panic within me. Every time I go to the public library, I shy away from the history section. When I was required to take history in school, I shuddered my way through the class, day after day. When I finally began to think of my own ('lass History, and of what in the world I could write, I consulted other histories of previous classes, in old Samplers, but found them equally dull. Mow that my mind has really grappled the task of reviewing my four years’ hitch here, I find 1 have important material to present. In the fall of l� 4(i, we were enrolled in the Freshman Class. We were thoroughly scared to enter the halls where we were to spend a great deal of our time for the following four years. To illustrate how scared we really were, a girl from North Walpole was going to Hoorn 4.� , but, uncertain about the location, she asked Hobby Jov, who was the big and important monitor on third floor. “ Right there in front of you, was the answer. Adeline Pa nek made doubly sure not to ask again for directions. Soon we were less terrified of people and places; we got acquainted with one another. New friendships were formed. Kven in our first year, individual celebrities were recognized. Al Dagnoli made Varsity Football and his two close friends. Auntie Jurkoie and Paul Crotty made Varsity Basketball. Scholastically outstanding in that year was Kae Hall who acquired all .Vs and has been getting them ever since. When Class Day of I� 47 came and we were moved into the Sophomore section of the auditorium, we relaxed in our chairs, glad that we had succeeded in getting over the first of the four hurdles of our high school experience. In our Sophomore year, new additions were made to our honorable class, namely Connie Heals, Joan King, Marguerite Perry, and Richard Hill. New talent in every field was discovered. With the arrival of Joan, Rae met with stiff competi- tion. Rachel Mathers, the nightingale of the class, was a credit to Miss Bedell. In the sports field we were represented by Auntie Jurkoie, Al Dagnoli, Paul Crotty. Mickey Karnacewicz. Sammy Streeter. Larry Henson, Penner Hammond, John Dailey, Hugh Gragen, Paul Emerson. Bill Grout and Gene Short. The girls were represented as well in basketball by Teresa Snarski, Pet tie Hammond. Evelyn Chisamore, Rae Hall, Jane Mack, Sally Wentworth, and Rosemary Szuch. Mrs. Jones will miss these good players, and we wish her luck with next year’s squad. Before leaving the Sophomore year, perhaps it would be well to mention the seventh period Fnglish Class. What a class that was! As I recall it. Mr. Harrows, substituting for Miss Hagan, was the teacher. For some unknown reason the class was noisy not that we really were ever noisy! Hut John Dailey was especially conspicuous one day and it didn t take our teacher long to notice him. All of a sudden, Mr. Barrowsjpullcd out from his pocket a gun and pointed it at John, saying, “All right, Dailey, quiet down. Poor John did and was thankful the gun was only a rubber one. When Mr. Harrows left, everyone lost a swell friend and a good sport. Claire Bousquet especially thought so, when she couldn’t stop crying. In the beginning of our Junior year, in the fall of I � 18. Ronnie Fisher and Hob Lynde slid into our midst. We behaved as Juniors in every sense of the word, if you know what I mean. Activities were plentiful. Many of us traveled to the Vermont State Hasketball Tournament, held in Barre, to see our classmates compete with others in a state-wide contest. Cnfortunately, we were defeated. The Hi! Schooler, under the editorship of Joan King, with the hand of M iss Hagan guiding, was a big success. Rae Hall, Shirley Hodgkins. Joan King and Teresa Snarski were chosen to represent the girls at Girls’ State. Rae Hall was chosen Governor of («iris’ State, and took a trip to Washington, I). C. Ralph Andosca, Sammy Streeter, AI Dagnoli. and Paul Crotty went to Boys’ State. Rose Grippo and Auntie Jurkoie represented the girls and boys of our class, respectively, in New Hampshire State. Before we realized such a thing could happen, seventy-five Seniors sat in the front seats of the audi- torium and we were launched on the busiest year yet. Play Nite was a great success, since the cast of The Potboiler was mainly made up of Seniors. Joan King won the best actress award and John Hayes, the leading male star in many plays, won the award for best actor. “The Potboiler rated first place in the group of plays competing for the regional award in Springfield. The cast traveled to Montpelier, where, strange to say, they were defeated. Miss Brown’s next splitting headache was the Senior Play, which, after many a sleepless night, was put on before a large and appreciative audience. All agree that it was the best of all the plays in our high school career. The Whole Town’s Talking still as to how John Ha yes, with his height of nine feet ami six inches, managed to get up on the bookcase and cross his not- too-short legs! Our thanks and appreciation to Miss Brown for making our plays successful. During our stay at Bellows Falls High, our class sponsored a number of dances. The most successful were the Junior Prom, the Senior Hop. the Freshman Reception and the Football Formal. The musically inclined members of the class attended the Music Festival in Burlington and a few traveled to the New England Music Festival. And now it’s Our Class Day. Soon we shall be proudly walking out of this building, not terrified as we were at the beginning of our high school career, but confident of our future. At our departure, on behalf of my classmates, I would like to express our gratitude and appreciation to Mr. Montague, Mr. Holland, members of the faculty, especially the twelve who have been blessed with our presence for the four years, our families, friends, and relatives, who have made our stay in Bellows Falls High School a happy one. FRANCES R. KISSKLL T HE S A M P L 1 ; K 3ti CLASS PROPHECY The 1.5th Alumni Meeting of the (’lass of 50, in the year one thousand nine hundred and sixty-five. After I had received word of our class reunion, I took the atom jet train to Bellows Falls, Vermont. When I arrived, I noticed big posters on the sides of buildings announcing the Alumni meeting of the class of 50. Well, the first thing I did was get a room at the high-class Rockingham Hotel. To my surprise the first persons I met were the manager, Paul Flavin and his wife, the former Marjorie Raymond. I in- quired whether they had any children and Mrs. Flavin nodded her head towards small twin girls who were rolling their big brown eyes at me. My mind was set on going to the meeting. I asked Paul where it was to be held, and he replied, “At Widow Hall’s Hotel just across the street.” Then I went over to see Rae, my old classmate, who always managed to get fifty or better on her tests. Rae told me that her former husband, a Harvard graduate, had died of a chemical experiment that he, for many years, had planned to perform. She was doing a wonderful job running this profitable hotel and was that night expecting an unusually large gathering. I left to go back to the Rockingham to change into my evening clothes. Dressed for the party, I stepped from my room and came face to face with Paul Crotty. He informed me that he operated one of the largest loan concerns in New Kngland. In his spare time, he was employed as a bellhop and was now emptying ash trays. I asked him whether he was going to the Alumni Meeting and he replied that he first had to get a haircut down at Patsy’s Barber Shop. Time was flying, so I hurried over to Widow Hall’s Hotel. I was handed a program of the evening’s events by a most charming hostess, Ruth Lamlein. Ruth told me that in her spare time she wrote thriller- diller mystery stories. After she had showed me to a comfortable seat, I looked around at people whose faces were vaguely familiar but whose names I couldn't recall. The meeting was a little late in starting, for the car of Mr. Jurkoic our president, now a professor of mathe- matics at St. Michael’s College, had broken down on the way. I was told that this was the same car he drove while in high school, and it was now not very reliable. Finally, with Anthony presiding, our secre- tary, the former Joan King, was introduced. She. her husband, a big time ranch owner from the Middle West, their nine children, and chauffeur, Bob Brown, were all seated at the next table. Notes of the evening were taken by Shirley Remis, a well-known court stenographer. At the sound of newcomers, I turned around and saw Beatrice Reed and all her numerous out-of-town guests. Among them were Betty Smith, John Mellish, Rosemary Szuch, William Grout, William Carey, Shirley Bemis and Albert Dagnoli. I asked Jane Barber, beside me, what these old classmates were now doing. She replied, “Beatrice now operates a handker chief salon; Betty Smith, a very successful chicken farm. John Mellish, a chiropractor, is well known for manipulating the finger joints, while Rosemary is a well established beautician. William Grout is the local undertaker, on Westminster Street, overlooking the beautiful Connecticut. William Carey, a promi- nent minister in Boston, has led many of our dear classmates into successful matrimony. Albert Dagnoli is a favorite in America and Europe as a model for men’s chapeaux.” After a short business meeting, the caterers, Lawrence Benson, Prentice Hammond and Kenneth Parrott, took over. Chief cook and bottle washer was Robert Lvndc. Ne enjoyed our delicious food while listening to heavenlvj star-dust music by Gragen’s Waltz Band. Kenneth Paterson announced that his golf balls, guaranteed to always go into the hole, were selling unusually well. After a toast by Mr. R-tnald Fisher, entertainment followed. Elizabeth Barnes and Walter Jcnnison, of the stage and screen, gave their version of the Lai in- American Rumba, for which they had been acclaimed top performers of 1964. Richard Hill and Rachel Mathers sang “Where Were My Feet When I Was Dancing Nith You A very interesting speech on thoroughbred Holstein cows was given by Malcolm Streeter. It was rumored that he had just bought the old ('bickering Sales Stables at Westminster. Complimentary samples of Bashaw’s and Cetto’s scientific, nationally known product. Pore Cleanser Soap were distributed. John Haves and Ned Dion gave a sales talk on, “Let-Down Shoes.” Our president. Anthony Jurkoic. introduced the guest speaker of the evening. Charles Pencek. head coach of Notre Dame’s famous football team. His speech was received with loud applause, as it well deserved Many jokes were told about Griswold’s Grinds Mill by Russell Hitchcock, an old time competi- tor. I he last number of the evening was a stage show by Lula Belles Beauties. The talented dancers were Claire Bousquet, Janice Currier. Angela (’apron, Laura Willard, Mary Barry and Rose Grippe� . As 1 glanced down the table, my eye was caught by the stylishly dressed Barbara Welch, Shirley Hodgkins, Frances Kissel, Mary Hemingway, Adeline Ponek, Teresa Snarski and Patricia Hammond. I was un- able to fine! out in what occupations these women were engaged. Paul Emerson gave an eloquent farewell address. Suddenly, one of my wisdom teeth started jumping, so I inquired for a good dentist. Edward Dion told me that Roland Fisher was a painless and well-known dentist for making false teeth. Since I was in a hurry. I decided to let my tooth jump. On leaving the hotel. I heard newsboys yelling, “Read All About The ('lass Reunion in Daileys’ Daily News!” I hailed a taxi, and the driver, to my surprise, was none other than Ramie McClary. He hadn’t changed at all. and his hair was as pretty as ever. As I went back to my domestic responsibilities and family of thirteen at my home in Windsor. I felt that I had done as well as any of my classmates. CONSTANCE BEALS CLASS WILL Friends and underclassmen, we gather you to wit- ness our last will and testament on this thirteenth day of June, in the year nineteen hundred and fifty A. I), in the town of Bellows Falls, in the county of Windham and in the state of Vermont. First we Seniors leave to our dear underclassmen, the Juniors, our seats in Room Eleven and Assembly Hall and our dear friend and home room teacher, Mr. Osborn. Please deal w ith him gently or he’ll be forced to'buy a toupee to cover his gray hairs. To the silly Sophomores we bequeath our charm and grace which have won us many friends, and even the friendship of the faculty. To the green Freshmen we leave our ability to grasp knowledge—educational knowledge that is! T II E S A M P L E R 37 Next we have a few individual bequests: 1. Rose Mary Szuch leaves Retina Rushton twenty- live pounds of flesh. Just think, Repina, now you can have that streamlined look! 2. John Haves endows his height upon Tony Poncssa. Won't he look neat on the basketball court, girls? Jane Barber leaves her chewing gum to Judy Merrifield, and. Judy, please remember, although Mr. Sanders is too young to turn gray, ease up on the cracking and chewing in his class. I. Aunty Jurkoic bestows upon the next year's Senior President a book entitled, “How to Re Class President and Still Avoid a Mental Institution. 5. Petty Holies leaves her clarinet and music to Barbara Wilcox in hopes that Barbara will practice just a bit more than Hetty ever did. (� . Worden Hale bequeaths his Toni Home Permanent Kit to Carry Switzer hoping that Carry will have as much success with it as Worden has. 7. Hetty Rarncs bestows her modesty and bashfulness upon Pat Howe, (lolly, won’t the high school be quiet next year! H. Paul Flavin leaves his ability to get along with girls to (leorge McMennamin. !� . Joan King bequeaths a bottle of tonic to Mrs. Jones for her cases of “ senioritis. Say, Mrs. Jones, do you meet many of them? 10. Kenneth Patterson leaves his old, number-10 cue stick to Stanley Dubriske. Make good use of it, Junic. 11. Rae Hall leaves Mac to Debbie Smith. Take care of him, Debbie. 12. John Dailey gives to Carry Sullivan his ability to sleep in study hall without getting caught. lit. Sally Wentworth leaves Marg Crotty one bottle of peroxide with complete instructions, just in case she wishes to use it in the future. 14. Patsy Haldasaro leaves his newly acquired crew cut” to Charles Hamel. Just think, Charles, you won’t have to worry about your pompadour any more. 15. Walter Jennison leaves his bookkeeping talents and arguments to next year's bookkeeping class. They might help kill time. Hi. Connie Heals bestows all the gum that can be bought upon Mr. Olbrych and Mr. McCarthy, hoping they will enjoy it as much as she did in their classes. 17. Hobby Hrown leaves his bright remarks in English class to anyone who can get more laughs with them than he did. 1H. Paul Crotty leaves his dates in Keene to Huddv Randall. With Ruddy’s motor bike, we think he would be more successful getting home at night than Paul has been. We, the Class of '50, sign and seal this as our last will and testament, declaring that we are of as sound mind now as we ever shall be. KVELYX CHISAMORE CLASS BARDS THE MAD CHEMISTS Rcanie and Paul arc partners In our chemistry class. They never turn off the water. Hut always turn on the gas. ADELINE PANEK SCHOOL OF GOOD MANNERS IN COMPANY Intrude not where you’re not desired. Nor stay till every one is tired. Writhe not your limbs in every shape. Of awkward gesture, like an ape. Nor twirl your hands, nor hit your toes. Nor hum a tune—nor pick your nose. Nor keep in motion as you sit Nor on the floor or carpet spit; If forced by cough, use quiet care. Nor lean upon another’s chair. If you must cough, or sneeze, be still In doing it, if possible. If you must yawn, just turn aside, And with your hand the motion hide. And when you blow your nose, be brief. And neatly use your handkerchief. Nor bite your nails, nor lolling stand, Nor in your pockets keep your hand. Do not allow yourself to look In letters, papers, or a book. Till you have leave, if one is reading. Don’t overlook him. It is ill-breeding. Don't wear a frown upon your face; Let cheerfulness your aspect grace. To your superiors always strive. In walking your right hand to give. A proper distance keep in mind. Crowd not too near, nor lag behind. To your equals let your conduct be Marked with sweet affability. TO JOAN L. KING She’s tall with brown eyes and red hair! That’s what makes the fellows stare. A smile that would make your heart thump, Laughter bound to make you jump. And brains, why she has them galore: Never has she been a bore. Her name you wish me to foretell: Can't you guess? Our ow n Joan L. RACHEL MATHERS T II E S A M P L E R 40 1' H E S A M P L E R 1951 1952 T 11 Ii S A M P L K K 41 Jl'NIOR CLASS President James I (arty Vice President Philip Gould Secretary Frances I .orange Treasurer Claire Baldasaro S. A. B. Representatives Philip Gould, William OTmumr, Mary Slohodnjak, Fugene Fontaine At their lirst class meeting the Juniors decided upon $3.00 for dues, half of which was to he paid at onetime, I lie remainder to In paid at a later da t e. ()n I he sport s front the hoys were active in foot hall and basketball, and the girls have done well in basketball and softball. The leading athletes of the class are: G. McMenna- min. It. Ilalladay, F. Fontaine, A. Bousquet, It. Au- mand, J. Hopewell, It. Rushton, and A. Hawks. Among those talented in the dramatic held are ('. Shufeldt, I). O'Connor. M. Crotty, P. Could ami G. McMennamin. In the fall the Juniors put on the popular Country Social, and this spring they sponsored the Junior Prom and the Senior Hop. With their abundance of talent, they will make top-notch Seniors next year. SOPHOMOItK CLASS The class of Ht.W started the year off right by elect- ing the billowing efficient people as officers: President Robert Cowan Vice President Robert Thurston Secretary Helen Hollar Treasurer Kenneth Potter S. A. B- Representatives Helen Hollar, Jane Stickney On Oct. 17 the Sophomores staged their first fund ion «if tin year, a Mystery Dance, under the chairman- ship of Flizabeth Simonds. This new theme in- trigued many, and a good time was enjoyed by all who attended. The class ordered their rings early in January ami received them the last of April. I his is the first time that class rings have been received in the Sophomore year. The class f 54 was proud to have two of its members in the cast of the prize plav. Dorothy eno and Larry Bragg played key roles remarkably well. Another member who showed dramutic ability on Play Nite was Roland I.yford. Many Sophomores participated, also, in the Band, Or- chestra. ami (lice Club. Sophomores took part in many of the sp Is. Playing for the girls teams were Marion Welch, Helen Hollar. Irene Jackman. Debbie Smith, Jane McOuirk, and Jane Stickney. Boys win helped Coach Hadley were Jimmy Perkins, Donald Angell. Stanley Burrows, Tommy Curtin, and Tommy Reynolds. This class, as well as the whole school, was saddened by the death of a classmate. Adrienne Lynch. She will long be remembered for her pleasing personality and willing helpfulness. FRFSH M AN CLASS Burly in the year the Freshmen selected the follow- ing students to lead them: President Robert Harly Vice President Robert Ross Secretary Margaret Stowell Treasurer Janet Hennessey S. A. B. Representatives Ruth Beals. Bruce Stewart. At the beginning of the year the Seniors sponsored the Freshman Reception which initiated the Freshmen into B. F. H. S. The well-organized program consisted of a “Truth or Consequences” game. We shall never forget some of the consequences, especially Ronnie Rushton dancing the Hula. Other gay ac- tivities furnished entertainment to make a very en- jovable evening f« r everyone. The Freshmen put on the very enjoyable Masquerade Ball this year, (iuessing who everyone was proved to be quite a chore. Together with the Junior High, the class entered the Curtis Campaign. John Aylward proved to be the class’ best salesman. The promising athletes are Basil Day. Dick Gay, Ronnie Rushton. Dougie Switzer, Paul Hague, Tommy Bolles, Jay Bartlett, Tony Cos- tello. Hugh Bemis, Pete Chamberlain, Jerry McArdle, Al Hutchins, and Delbert Willard. The girls athletes are Laura Walsh, Kay Slobodnjak, Joan Siano. Ruth Scanlon, Mary Reardon, Jean Morse, Shirley Lam- phere, Bernadette Karpinski. Audrey Hinds, Janet Hennessey. Winnie Golding, Patty Finck, Barb Dol- lopli. Kay Dickinson. Arline Davis ami Joanne ( heever. With such able leadership and such a grand group of kids, it is certain that the Freshman class will be a very successful one. Jl'NIOR HIGH The high school carries on from day to day. giving 'ittie thought to the swift, smartly-operated govern- ment that is going on beneath them. The Junior High maintains its own individual school, correcting and improving their methods of learning, leadership, and sportsmanship, for some day soon, they will be part of the great democratic group above them. The Junior High has its own assemblies every Friday morning and chooses its own subject matter for these assemblies. The classes are run in a democratic way and leaders are elected by the students to supervise classes. This year the seventh and eighth grades were headed by an able group: Fight h Grade President Paul Clarey Nice President Robert Trombley Secretary Leslie Hitchcock Treasurer Arthur Bolles Seventh Grade Home Room President Hugh Perkins Home Room Treasurer Helen Pencek There is never a day when you can’t beat your best. 42 T II H S A M P L li 1 I or,3 1954 r II E S A M P L K R 43 1955 SCIENCE CLUB 44 'I' HE S A M P L E I LATIN CLUB T H E S A M P L E K 40 STUDENT ADVISORY BOARD MONITORS T II E S A M P E E K 47 STCDENT ADVISORY HOARD Seniors Rae Hall, Shirley Hodgkins, .loan King, Eugene Short, Albert Dagnoli, Malcolm Streeter Juniors Eugene Fontaine, Philip Could, William O'Connor. Mary Kllen Slobodnjak Sophomores Helen Hollar, Jane Stickney Freshmen Ruth Heals, Rrucc Stewart Fighth (irade Haul Clarey. Richard Whitcomb Seventh (trade Robert Whitehill, Frank Holies The following officers were elected for the 1949 1950 term of the S. A. H.: Chairman Rae Hall Vice-Chairman Philip Could Secretary Mary Kllen Slobodnjak Treasurer Shirley Hodgkins Various Clubs, throughout the year, have sent in to the S. A. H. their applications for charters. Among those accepted were two new clubs, the Hiologv Club and the Junior High Aggie Club. A new idea was sponsored this year by the S. A. H. and proved so successful that it is probable that it will become an annual event. 'Phis idea was the dec- oration of the individual home rooms, by the students, at Christmas time. Judges, non-members of the school, chose the best decorated room and a prize was awarded to its members. The winners of the 1949 contest were the members of Room 12 for the high school, and Room 14 for the Junior High. A committee was selected to inquire into the quali- fications for the annual Freshman Award. 'Phis com- mittee plans to write up these qualifications that all may be informed on this subject. A committee headed by Joan King was chosen to plan the assemblies that are given for the student body throughout the year. The board voted to finance the building of a trophy case, to be placed in the lower hall, which will be a fine addition to the school. It has hud a very successful year and the S. A. H. has continued to be an outstanding example of the student government. MONITORS As usual, our monitor system has been running like clockwork this year, under the able supervision of Miss Santamaria. This year’s force was headed by Joan King, captain, and Lieutenants Rachel Mathers, Albert Dagnoli. and James Whitcomb. These leaders have done a very good job in directing the other monitors and in in- structing the Juniors, who will succeed to their posi- tions. Kven though the captain and lieutenants have done very commendable work, they could not have been a success without the assistance of the other monitors and the cooperation of the student body. The regular monitors were Lawrence Henson, Hetty Holies, Fdward Dion, Prentice Hammond. RoseCrippo, Rae Hall. Patricia Hammond, John Hayes, Shirley Hodgkins, (’athrine Disken, Hugh (iragen, Joanne Shat tuck, Frances Kissel. Marguerite Perry, Malcolm Streeter. Harhara Welch, Sally Wentworth and Teresa Snarski. The substitutes were Angela (’apron, Ruth Lumlein, Robert Hrown, Mary Damon. Mary Harry, Constance Heals, Heatrice Reed, Russell Hitchcock, Adeline Panek. Raymond McClary, Hetty Harnes, Prudence Duffy, Claire Baldasaro, Ann Hawks, William O’Con- nor, Mary Slobodnjak, Harbara Hulloek. Patricia Stack, Florence ales, Lois Wood. Lawrence Switzer, and Harbara Wilcox. HI! SCHOOLER This year, with the able leadership of Editor Lois Wood, the Hi! Schooler staff has really turned out some fine publications. The emphasis has been pul on the Literary Section rather than the old, sometimes mali- cious, type of gossip news. This new policy has brought forth many really promising writers and worth- while material. Four issues were published during the year covering all phases of school life, from Junior High School news to an interesting column on our Alumni and what they are doing now. Typing ami mimeographing were done by the Senior Typing class. 'I’lie following is the staff that worked so hard for a really magnificent year. Faculty Advisor Miss Mary F. Hagan Editor-in-chief Lois Wood Assistant Editors Jane Edwards, William Kinsley. Patty Lovell, Roland Lyford. Robert Thurston Business Manager Regina Rushton Production Manager Mary Ellen Slobodnjak Advertising Manager—Merry! in DeRose Literary Editor Harbara Bullock Artists Charles Hamel, Joseph Sweeney (iiris’ Sports Writer Regina Rushton Boys’ Sports Writer Roland Lyford Music Editor Robert Thurston Junior High Editor—Robert Thurston Junior High Sports Writer—Hugh Perkins Feature Writers Richard Bragg, Sylvia Chesley, Joan King. Anna Knight, Colleen Shufeldt, Harbara Simonds, Barbara Wilcox HOME ECONOMICS CU B This year a new Home Kc Club was formed for all girls interested in hand work of all types. The follow - ing officers were elected to head the club under the supervision of Miss Corliss: President, Frances Lorange; Vice-President, (tale Rushton: Secretary, Regina Rushton: Entertainment Committee, Barbara Ward ami Harbara Lisai. Meetings are held every other Thursday from 2:15 p. m. to 3:05 p. m. Members bring lunches to eat while working on their various projects, in the meetings. LATIN CLUB The Latin Club was very active this year. It gave Miss Wilcox, its advisor, a few more gray locks, but it was a club of which the members were proud. The dinners were always a success, despite the trouble and worry the committees sometimes gave the dinner chair- man. 'Phe officers elected at the first meeting were as follows: President, Hetty Holies: Secretary, Frances Narkiewicz; Treasurer. Jane Stickney; Dinner (’hair- man, Florence Yates; Entertainment Chairman, Joan King. The banquets were held in the Home Fc. Rooms in the early evening. The food, as much as possible, was eaten with the fingers. The dress for the banquet was of modern day styles, as it proved very difficult to get Roman Costumes. Anyway, modern styles were much more confortable, especially for the boys, who preferred their long trousers t«� the wrap- around togas. Laughter and conversation kept the dinners merry; games, and other forms of entertain- ment, brought the evenings to a close. T I I Ii S A M P L li l ■is iota - HI! SCHOOLER SPOTLIGHT CLUB SCIENCE CLCB 'I' HE S A M P L E R PRIZE PLAY 49 Officers elected at the first meeting were: President, 'liarlesQuinn: Vice President, Hugh Perkins;Secretary, Louisa . adolski; Treasurer, Gloria (iay. Among their accoinplishinents were: A Science (dub dance on May 5. a Banquet, additions to the museum in the public library, and a large exhibit at the art show. At one meeting the club enjoyed a very interesting talk by Mr. Nies, on fluorescent minerals under fluorescent lighting. Many movies were shown throughout the year in different fields of Science. Mr. Curran should be congratulated on the fine work he has done with his club. JCNIOR II H«II AfilIK I l n KK ( LI B A new activity, the Agriculture Club has been added to the extra-curricular life of the Junior High this year, and has proved very popular among the students. The membership this year was fifteen. Meetings were held every first and third Monday, under the alert leadership of the officers. Those elected were: President, Prank Bolles; Vice President, Pred Yates; Treasurer. Duncan Stewart; Secretary, Bob Whitehill. 'Phis year the club planned projects which will be backed by the bank,and a large garden in which they will grow food for tin cafeteria. SPOTLIGHT CLUB—PLAY KITE The Spotlight Club, under the supervision of Miss Brown, presented the annual Play Site on October 4K. The first of the three plays was “The Lovely Margaret,’ with Margaret Crotty playing Margaret, and her brother, Paul, playing opposite her as Koch, her father’s protege. The latter part was very aptly taken by Carlcton Roby. Bose (irippo did an excellent job as the mother. This play concerns the very plain, un- dated Margaret, enthusiastic at being asked to her first Junior Prom, only to be stood up. Very disap- pointed, Margaret, iu talking with Koch, finds that Koch has always cared for her, and the evening ends very happily. The second play, “The Pot Boiler,’’ revolves around an amateur author. Bonny Fisher, and his attempt to produce a play. Those acting in this satirical play were the dark villain. John Hayes, the hero. Bob Lynde, the heroine, Colleen Shufcldt, and Joan King, with her come-hilher look, played the part of the villainess. Dotty eno took the part of an aspiring playwright; the hero's father was Jimmy Harty. “This Bull Ate Nutmeg” was the last, but the fun- niest of the three plays, centering around the beautiful Anita whose hand in marriage was to be given to the winner of a bull fight. Dorothy O’Connor portrayed the beautiful Mexican girl. Anita, while Boland Ly- ford as Felipe, and Patsy Baldasaro as Bamon were her two admirers. Don Becd as Serafim amused the audience by cavorting around the stage as a real bull. George McMennamin boastfully played Don Pnncho, the richest man in town. When the judges announced the decisions, Joan King received the award as the best actress, John Haves as the best actor, and the “Pot Boiler” as the best play The Pot Boiler , chosen as the winning play on Play Nile, went to Springfield, Vermont, March 41 to participate, with five other plays, in the Annual One- Act Play Contest. Bellows Falls High School won top honors in this district, with Springfield winning second honors. Miss Brown directed the play. Prop- erty manager was Ann Hawks. 'I’lie following was the cast: Sud, the playwright— Bichard Bragg Miss Wouldby. the novice—Dorothy Zeno Mrs. Pencil- Joan King Miss Ivory, the heroine— Colleen Shufeldt Inkwell, the villain Patrick Baldasaro Mr. Bulcr, the hero— Carlcton Roby Mr. Ivory, the girl's father—James Harty Gus, the stagehand—Paul Emerson After winning first place in this district contest. Bellows Falls competed with five other selected schools at Montpelier. Vermont, on April I. in the State Drama Festival. I'nfortunately. Bellows Falls lost out there. SENIOR PLAY The Senior Class presented its annual play on Febru- ary 10. This year’s presentation was entitled The Whole Town’s Talking,” a three act farce. The play centers around Bob Lynde’s ambition to marry his daughter, Rachel Mathers, playing the part of Ellen, to John Hayes, a partner in his business. The mother. Frances Kissel, objects on the grounds that John, in his role of Chester, hasn’t had enough of what she calls “experience.” Therefore Bob, as her hus- band. decides to build up his partner’s love life. To this end, he invents a wild story of a supposed love affair between Chester and Lettv Lythe. a well-known movie actress, played by Joan King. Matters are further complicated when Prentice Hammond, fiance of the movie star, and a movie producer himself, be- comes jealous on hearing the story and decides to take matters in his own hands. Carlcton Boby played the part of Roger Shields, a sophisticated playboy, who hail a crush on the sweet Ellen. Bose (irippo did an excellent job as the maid, as did Sally Went- worth and Connie Beals as Ellen’s girl friends, and Jimmy Whitcomb as the cab driver. The play was a huge success; all the Seniors pitched in to make it so. SPECIAL GLEE ( LI B I’udcr the supervision of Miss Bedell the Glee Club did a very fine job indeed this year. The first public- appearance was on December 41 w hen The Christinas Story was presented. Those taking solo parts were: Rachel Mathers, Stanley Dubriske, James Harty, Walter Tarhell, John Hayes, Margaret Crotty and Boh Lynde. The program was very well received by the public. On May 40 a Trio-Town Music Day, with Brattleboro, Springfield and Bellows Falls participating, was held at Springfield. The combined bands of the three schools paraded and gave a concert in the after- noon; in the evening the combined orchestras and Glee Clubs presented a program. This was a new venture which, if popular, will be continued each year, with the concerts rotating among the three towns. 50 T H E S A M P L E R Ji Nioit hk;h glee club The Junior High Glee Club has shown excellent possibilities this year, and participated successfully in many of our music activities. These chorus members showed outstanding ability, and gave promise of much musical talent in future years. On May 4, the Junior High musical organizations presented a Spring Concert. The boys chorus, the girls’ chorus, and the combined choruses participated in the program. Also included in the concert were numbers by the Junior High Band, the “B” Band, and the George Street School Orchestra. BAND AND ORCHESTRA The band this year got off to a rousing start playing at most of our home football games. Led by our pretty and talented majorettes, they executed many new and difficult formations that were thrilling to see. They also played for a few of our basketball games, with equally good performances. Continued for the second year, by popular request, was the exchange assembly with Chester High School. These exchange assemblies are given not only for the enjoyment of the student body, but also to give more experience to the members of the band. Reorganized again this year was the popular Swing Band, which played for all class parties in the fall. They were really “hep,” playing not only the latest popular songs, but also a few choice waltzes and polkas. Also among the band’s achievements of the year was the taking part in the Christmas program in the square. The orchestra, in spite of practice all the fall, didn’t really get under way until the Spring Concert. They did a fine job at the Senior Play and at some of the assemblies, but their major appearances were in the Spring Concert, on Class Day, and at Commencement. Mr. Miner, under the supervision of Mr. Bush, has really «lone a fine job in the organization and success of both the band and orchestra. The majorettes have done an exceptionally good job in adding color to the appearance of the band. Members of the band and orchestra that attended All-State were: Anna Knight, Hugh Gragen, Barbara Wilcox, Betty Bolles, Lawrence Switzer, Bruce Corwin, Edward License, Elizabeth Simonds, Florence Yates, Prudence Duffy, Barbara Bullock, Sylvia Cheslev, Dorothy Newcitv, Colleen Shufeldt and Philip Gould. Members to All New England were: Anna Knight, Hugh Gragen, Betty Bolles, Barbara Wilcox, Bruce Corwin and Lawrence Switzer. Band officers for the year were: President, Hugh Gragen; Nice President, Betty Bolles; Secretary, Prudence Duffy; Treasurer, Florence Yates. ALL STATE On May 4, All State people left for Burlington. Those representing the orchestra were Barbara Bullock, Sylvia Chesley, Colleen Sbufelt, Betty Bolles, Worden Hale and Tommy Bolles. In the band group were Dorothy Newcitv, Prudence Duffy, Elizabeth Simonds, Anna Knight, Hugh Gragen, Edward License, Philip Gould, Bruce Corwin, Barbara Wilcox and Florence Yates. Those chosen to go from the Glee Club were Rachel Mathers, Rae Hall, Ruth Lamlein, Mary Damon. Raymond McClary, John Hayes, Richard Hill, and Kenneth Parrott. These students have shown outstanding ability throughout the year. The group left Bellows Falls on Thursday morning and stayed until Sunday afternoon. FOOTBALL FORMAL The Seniors officially ushered out the ’49 football season by holding their annual Football Formal in the gym, November 18. Melodic music was furnished by Paul Russe and his orchestra. Decorations were in the form of pennants of the various colleges in the nation, around figures representing the Rose, Sugar, Cotton, and Orange Bowls. Much credit was due to chairman Anthony Jurkoic and all of his committees for the excellent planning of this successful affair. All the couples and chaperons saw a most enjoyable foot- ball season come to an official, yet happy, ending. JUNIOR PROM The Junior Class held the annual Junior Prom on April -£8. It was a very successful party. Charles Hamel and his committee did an excellent job of converting the four bare walls of the gym into an attractive night club, complete with waiters, Vermont champagne, and a floor show at intermission, in which Nat Morrison, soloist, and a quartet composed of Patty Kiniry, Jean Kiniry. Helen Pendergast, and Marion Hogan sang. Paul Ruse and his orchestra furnished the melodic music for the dancers. Beyond a doubt, the class of 51’s first attempt at a formal was a tremen- dous success. FRESHMAN RECEPTION On September 30, the Seniors, with Anthony Jurkoic as master of ceremonies, officially welcomed the Fresh- men into the realms of our school. The evening of fun started off with a “Truth or Consequences” show, under the leadership of Sally Wentworth and Betty Bolles. All contestants who missed their questions, paid the various amusing consequences. The boys then had to give up one of their shoes, which were placed in the center of the gym. Each girl took a shoe and «lanced with its owner. The rest of the eve- ning was spent in dancing. Congratulations are in order to the members of the Senior class for the fine start of the s hool year for both the freshman and the upper c.assmen. THE COUNTRY SOCIAL The Junior Class held their annual dance on October 7, presenting a harvest festival, complete with corn stalks, pumpkins, cider, and donuts. Everyone came dressed in his oldest clothes. The music for the evening was furnished by the Swing Band. Master of ceremonies, Jimmy Hartv, after drawing two en- trance tickets, announced the lucky cake winners, Ruth Scanlon and Larry Switzer. This party was a definite success and greatly enjoyed by all. MYSTERY DANCE On October 17, the sophomores held a Mystery Dance, complete with the Mystery Man and the Mystery Voice. These two turned out to be Kenneth Potter and Frances Narkiewicz, respectively. Prizes were awarded to those guessing their names. Mr. Curran started off the dancing for the evening. This party provided a novel touch as to the identity of the two mysterious characters, besides providing a lot of enjoyment to all. MASQl ERADE DANCE T HE S A M P L E R 51 The Grand March, led by Anna Knight and Larry Bragg, gave the judges an opportunity to compare costumes and select the best. Ann Hawks and Dicky Kuinrill, both inside a burlap cow, came out the winners of the most original costumes. Thus ended a very original and successful party for the Freshmen. c 1 ASSEMBLIES The class of 58, on its lirst try, came up with a success. Everyone arrived dressed in costumes, vary- ing from cowboys, pirates, and babies to football players. Master of ceremonies, Bobby Harty, led a game consisting of ten boys and ten girls; the girls won. AWARDS ASSEMBLY 1940 There were a few changes in the 1949 assembly. Only students receiving letters and medals for the first time appeared on the stage. This shortened the assembly t« an hour and twenty minutes. Instead of T-shirts, those winning athletic awards received white flannel pennants, with the official school seal bearing the inscription “Bellows Falls High School Varsity,” in purple letters. Those winning pennants were: Eleanor Walsh, Barbara Vosbtirgb, Marjorie Merrifield, Shirley (Jray, Ann Slattery, Marion Nies, Janice Richardson, Patricia Hinds, Marion Frenette, Elizabeth Mahoney, Patricia Bissonnette, Terry Belville, William Crotty, Donald Morse, Burton Mowers, William Reed, Wallace Russell, Joseph Stockwell, Otis Wilson, Donald Mer- ling, Prentiss Haines, Nelson Huskey, and Fred Smith. Other Awards Scholarship Medal Joan King Art Ann Harris I ramat ics—Shirley Gray Terry Belville Student Council -Donald Brown Mathematics Elizabeth (irout (Sophomore) Fern Willey (Sophomore) Donald Brown (Senior) Home Economics Marie Toussaint Industrial Arts Donald Chesley History Medal Joan King (ilee Club Ann Harris Orchestra—June Hall Band Edward Kenney Bausch-Lomb—Science— Foster Leach Becker College Scholarship Key Elizabeth Putnam Journalism Awards Joan King Elizabeth Bolles Freshman A word Dolores Wettach Junior High Citizenship Margaret Stowell (Oirls) Thomas Holies (Hoys) Athletics William Reed (Boys) Marjorie Merrifield (Girls) Group awards were also given out. They were: Cheerlending, Softball, Football, Basketball, Baseball, Track, Tennis, Monitors, Vocal Music, Hand, ami Orchestra. At the close of the assembly the coaches were given gifts on behalf of the senior athletes. opening assembly Mr. Holland, as usual, called the first assembly, welcoming us all back and reviewing the rules ami regu- lations of the school. Carleton Roby led the pledge to the flag; this was followed by the group singing of the school song, led by Miss Bedell. After an informal introduction of the new members of the faculty, the assembly was dismissed. NEW STCDENTS ASSEMBLY At the beginning of the school year an assembly was held for all the new students of the Junior and Senior High Schools, who were officially welcomed at this time. Each student received a handbook put out by the S. A. B. A. A. ASSEMBLY 'l'he A. A. Association held their assembly for the student body the week before the Windsor football game. Prentice Hammond, president of the organi- zation, presided. Coach Hadley and Coach Jones each gave short comments on the necessity of A. A. tickets. Mr. Holland gave a financial report of the A. A. MONITOR ASSEMBLY On April 47, the Monitors gave their annual assem- bly. Their theme was Arthur Godfrey’s talent scout show, with Ned Dion playing the part of Godfrey. Raymond McClary made a wonderful announcer. Shirley Hodgkins was the first talent scout. She brought Lois Wood. Mary Ellen Slobadnjak, ami Barbara Wilcox, a tap-dancing team, who really looked professional in their snappy outfits. Prentice Ham- mond brought in a singing team, Rachel Mathers and John Hayes, who sang a very good arrange- ment of 1 Said My Pajamas.” Sam Streeter offered a dancing team, Connie Beals and Barb Welch, who arc reviving the Charleston. Next came Beanie Benson who introduced a pianist, Angela (’apron. She played The Rosary. Here , ed Dion gave a commercial, “Bellows Falls Monitor System Has the Best Warnings in the Country.” It was a very good commercial, but warnings just aren’t selling well this year. Mary Barry was the next talent scout. She sponsored Claire Baldasaro, who played Echos on the accordion. James Whitcomb brought along Joan King who imitated Beatrice Kay, nearly stopping the show. We would have enjoyed a second encore. Al Dagnoli presented Hugh Gragen, who played a Eupho- nium solo. Sally Wentworth introduced two Scotch girls, Teresa Snarski and Pet tie Hammond, who did their interpretation of the Highland Fling. All the talent had good background, having appeared in the Hideway, The Barn, Toddle Inn, Town Tavern, the (•range, and other well known spots. There was no applause meter, but even that could not have picked a winner. It was very interesting to learn that we had such talent in our school. 52 T H E S A M P L E R S. A. B. ASSEMBLIES Captain Collett a The first S. A. It. assembly of the year was Captain Collctta, who was behind the lines in Germany during the war. His stories of life in the prison camps were very interesting. He answered the question that many of us have asked: “How did people ever get out of the prison camps?” It was part of Captain Col- letta’s work to get people out of these camps. His experiences were amusing and interesting. The S. A. It. should be congratulated for this interesting assembly. Mr. Lynch The second of these assemblies was Mr. Lynch, who came with his bows and arrows. His act featured many trick shots such as making bells ring and gadgets fly across the stage. One of the students actually caught an arrow in mid-air. but, of course, the arrow was slowed down by a special kind of feathers. This program was quite unique. I)r. Judson Butler I)r. Judson Butler, psychologist from Boston I’ni- versity, came on March 10 to speak to us on the planning of our future. He expressed many ideas and opinions of what would he forthcoming after graduation. Those not having the ability, were advised not to try to go to college, f � r there are many other things that one may do without a college education. His talk doubtless solved many problems and provided I be students with much material for thought. Dramatist Next on the schedule came Grace Wolpert Keene, who dramatized parts from the stage plays, “Life with Mother” and “I Remember Mama. ” Miss Keene has acted in many plays on the legitimate stage, but is now making a tour of schools and colleges. She did an exceptionally fine job in portraying all the characters, and was very well received by the student body. Tumblers On April 4, David Brockway and Kdwin Steinmetz presented a tumbling act as a new and different kind of assembly. Albert Dagnoli, when he introduced them, aptly described the act as “something different. ” Following a short exhibition of regular tumbling on the mats, the gymnasts went to the newer thrills of the trampoline. The latter, they explained, was a sort of rubberized mat stretched between iron poles arranged in a rectangle, the total effect of which gave a great deal of elasticity for tumbling. After the artists had showed the fundamental bounces of the trampoline, Paul Emerson, Lawrence Benson, Malcolm Streeter and Coach Hadley took over. The results of their inept bounces on the tricky mat proved very humorous, and were much appreciated by the student audience. Mr. Steinmetz provided the thrilling climax to this en- joyable assembly by doing a forward somersault, a full twist, and a backward somersault all at once, without touching the mat. SPECIAL GLEE CLUB T 11 E S A M P L E R ORCHESTRA BAND T 11 M S A M V L K 1 •) ) A. A. OFFICERS President. . Prentice Hammond Vice President .Paid Crott.v Secretary..................... Rae Hall Treasurer............ Elizabeth Polles Faculty Advisor . Hilton (’. Holland S. A. B. Representatives ■lane Sticknev Malcolm Streeter Kitgene Fontaine BOYS’ ATHLETICS FOOTBALL This year the students of B. F. II. S. rallied together to hack np the foot hall team. Belli the players and the students are to he commended for their fighting spirit in the face of hard luck. To begin the exciting season, we played Windsor, coming through with a neatly packaged victory of lit to (I. 'Phis put plenty of spark in the hoys, and practice was run with great enthusiasm ami precision for the next feu weeks. As the season progressed, new plays were successfully introduced. Despite our record of 4 wins and 5 losses, many players were outstanding among those in the state. Paul ('rottv played his usual outstanding game, ahly supported hv Jurkoic, Dagnoli, Streeter, Hammond, Benson, Lynde, Short, (iragen, Grout and Emerson, to mention only a few. The following were the squad: A. Dagnoli. A. Bousquet, M. Streeter, G. McMennainin, P. Hammond, R. Halladay, L. Benson, E. Rock, A. Jurkoic, R. Aumond, J. Dailey, L. Condon, R. Lynde, W. O’Connor, E. Short, W. Tarhell, H. (Iragen, F. FoTilaiue, P. (’roily, I). Sowers, W. (Irout, P. Emerson, P. Shaughnesscy, S. Burrows, J. Perkins. Schedule Bellows Falls 1!) Windsor 0 Bellows Falls 0 Bennington 19 Bellows Falls 7 Mount St. Joseph 88 Bellows Fal's 7 Keene 8!) Bellows Falls 0 Bra 11 lehoro r. Bellows Falls 7 Rutland 4 s Bellows Falls 8� Springfield 7 .11 MOR VARSITY FOOTBALL The.!. V. Football team of HIM) had many promising players to make up the varsity of future years. Out - standing players were: J. Perkins, tackle; T. Bolles ami B. O’Connor, ends; R. Halladay ami J. Rock, line; S. Burrows, hack field. Other members of I lie team were: R. Perkins, T. Reynolds. Jos. Kennedy, F. Fair- brother. E. Fontaine, T. Curtin, P. Sullivan, L. (’on- don. J. Sherettc, I’. ()’(’onnor, I). Wright, A. Smith. R. Gay ami R. Ross. The following games were played during the season: Bellows Falls (i Keene 47 Bellows Falls 6 Keene 7 Bellows Falls 8 Vermont Academy 0 Bellows Falls 14 Vermont Academy (t Bellows Falls (i Springfield 14 Bellows Falls 6 Springfield 19 T II E SAMP L E R VARSITY FOOTBALL VARSITY BASKETBALL 58 r ii e s a m i i. e r BASKETBALL Basket Lull season opened with practically a new team. The only veterans were Paul ('rotty and Auntie Jurkoic. Both saw plenty of action and showed outstanding ability during the season. Coach Hadley chose Paul Shaughnessey, Tony Ponessa, Al Dagnoli, Malcolm Streeter, Billy Grout, John Dailey, George McNlennamin, Mickey Karnacewicz, Billy McGuirk, and Frank Fairbrother to make up the rest of the varsity squad. All proved to have good basketball ability and showed teamwork whenever they played. The season ended with 7 wins and 14 losses, but many of the scores were close. A lot of sportsmanship was shown whether the game was a loss or a win. Next year’s basketball team will have four veterans to start the season rolling. This year’s Junior Varsity did remarkably well: with the two forces joined together, next season is a promising one. Schedule Bellows Falls 4« Keene 40 Bellows Falls 33 Claremont 41 Bellows Falls 37 Alumni 44 Bellows Falls 34 St. Michaels 38 Bellows Falls 49 Windsor 31 Bellows Falls 34 Rutland 49 Bellows Falls 39 Bennington 00 Bellows Falls 35 Springfield 49 Bellows Falls 44 Hartford 35 Bellows Falls 43 Mount St. Joseph 48 Bellows Falls 30 West Rutland 04 Bellows Falls 30 Brat tleboro 49 Bellows Falls 40 Windsor 33 Bellows Falls 5 Rutland 49 Bellows Falls id Springfield 30 Bellows Falls 49 Bennington 53 Bellows Falls 55 Hartford 49 Bellows Falls 17 Mount St. Joseph 45 Bellows Falls 34 West Rutland 48 Bellows Falls 44 Brattleboro 05 Bellows Falls 39 Keene 54 JUNIOR HIGH SPORTS Junior High Basketball Basketball season opened with our boys climbing for first place in the tournament. Coach Curran drilled and made the boys practice for their big moment. The first team was Dickie Whitcomb, Paul Cl a rev, Billy Rousseau, Charles Quinn, Bob Dubriski, and Reginald Hodgkins. Many other Junior High boys helped them along. The Junior High celebrated sixteen wins out of twenty games in basketball. At the tournament it was anybody's guess as to who would win. B. F. lost by two points in the final game. Junior High Football Football season was very poor for the Junior High. Bellows Falls played only Saxtons River and Kuril Hattin, and lost all the games. The first team was Larry Shufeldt, Charles Quinn, Billy Rousseau, Paul Clarev, Freddy Yates, and Reginald Hodgkins. Jl’NIOR HIGH TOIRNAM KNT The tournament, on the weekend of March 9-11, was a success again this year. The Bellows Falls High School gym, packed with cheering fans, saw Bellows Falls Junior High lose to Kuril Hattin in the finals, but Bellows Falls could not be called the losing team in sportsmanship and playing ability!! After the final game. Saturday, Mr. Ralph Breslend presented the winning and runner-up shields to the respective teams. The student director, Paul Grotty, presented the various other awards to the respective teams, and named the student director for next year. George McMennamin. Congratulations to the direc- tor for a fine program. The excitement and cheering quieted down as Paul named the all-tournament team. They were as follows: Captain—I). Buckley of North Walpole R. Whitcomb of Bellows Falls A. Vaillancourt of Kuril Hattin Rancourt of St. Michaels Boys tied for fifth place were: Foshy of Charlestown 'I'. Fitzgerald of Kurn Hattin DesRoches of Charlestown R. Whitcomb of Bellows Falls was voted the most valuable player. Cnfortunately Mr. Holland was unable to attend the final game of the tournament. Mr. Osborn spoke briefly and congratulated the teams and student director. Mr. Rousseau and Mr. Curran, coaches of the two teams participating in the finals, also spoke. The scores were as follows: Elimination Games Bellows Falls 31 St. Charles 43 ('harlestown 35 Ludlow 18 Kurn Hattin 39 North Walpole 10 St. Michaels 33 Walpole 47 Semi- Finals Bellows Falls 35 ( harlestown 48 Kuril Hattin 44 St. Michaels 17 Consolation (tame Charlestown 30 St. Michaels 14 Final Game Kurn Hattin 45 Bellows Falls 43 GIRLS' ATHLETICS VARSITY BASKETBALL The girls should really be complimented for their outstanding playing this year. Good sportsmanship and excellent playing netted the Falls ten wins, and only three losses, this season. The vursity girls were Jane Hopewell. Dotty Ann O’Connor, Sally Went- worth, Rae Hall, Patty Hammond, Teresa Snarski, Ann Hawks, Barb McGuirk, Jane Mack, Evelyn Chisamore, Regina Rushton and Marion Welch. Two of Bellows Falls players, Jane Hopewell and Rae Hall, were named to the second All-State Sextet. Congratil- lations to Mrs. Jones on a most successful season. THE SAMPLER .5!) VARSITY BASKETBALL VARSITY SOFTBALI. 60 T HE S A M PLER Schedule Bellows Falls 47 Hartford 4(5 Bellows Falls 63 Lehanon 18 Bellows Falls 5« Stevens 41 Bellows Falls 34 Windsor 41 Bellows Falls 37 Keene 57 Bellows Falls 51 Keene 65 Bellow s Falls 54 Brattleboro 44 Bellows Falls (50 Windsor 37 Bellows Falls GO Stevens 30 Bellows Falls 31 Hartford 40 Bellows Falls 38 Brattleboro 44 Bellows Falls 57 Newport 41 Bellows Falls 34 St. Albans 50 Jl'NIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL The Jayvees played excellent basket hall with only a few defeats. There are very many promising players and all the girls showed the effects of good coaching. They were Lois Wood, Florence Yates, Pat Stack, Winnie Holding, Helen Hollar, Jane Stickney, Janet Hennessey, Florence Blanchard, Jackie Johnson, Wilma (lolec, Shirley Lamphere, Jane McOuirk, Irene Jackman, and Peggy Shaughessey. Schedule Bellows Falls 40 St. Albans 35 Bellows Falls 54 Kurn Hattin 33 Bellows Falls 43 Walpole 45 Bellows Falls 48 Brattleboro 7 Bellows Falls 34 Chester 54 Bellows Falls 31 Hartford 14 Bellows Falls 39 Alstead 31 Bellows Falls 17 Hartford 7 Bellows Falls 48 Keene 47 Bellows Falls 47 Windsor 44 Bellows Falls 34 Chester 34 Bellows Falls 48 Stevens 16 Bellows Falls 48 Walpole 33 Bellows Falls 35 Alstead 49 Bellows Falls 43 Lebanon 43 Bellows Falls 49 Newport 14 FRESHMAN BASKETBALL Although only one game was played, many freshman girls showed their skill in basketball this year. They were Jane Ann Bousquet. Joanne Cheever, Arline Davis, Barbara Dolloph, Patty Finck, Evelyn Hale, Janet Hennessey, Audrey Hinds. Bernadette Karpin- ski, Shirley Lamphere, Jean Morse, Mary Reardon, Ruth Scanlon, Joan Siano, Kay Lou Slobodnjak, and Laura Walsh. Schedule Bellows Falls 40 Walpole 37 SOFTBALL The softball team was a big feature in girls’ sports again this year, with many girls participating in this popular sport. Practice was held at the playground three nights a week, (lames were played with Alstead, Walpole, Kuril Hattin. Lebanon and Hartford. The team was composed of Evelyn ( hisamore, Regina Rushton, Jane Hopewell, Connie Beals, Joan Etter. Ann Hawks, Winnie (iolding ami Dotty O’Connor. TENNIS For all girls interested in tennis, practice was held at the playground tennis courts, live days a week, from September 14 until October 14. There were separate classes for the beginners and the more advanced groups. Thirty-five girls in all participated. After practicing under the supervision of Mrs. Jones for nearly a month, the tournament was held. Rac Hall was the final winner and received the tennis award. Kay Dickin- son was the winner of the beginners’ group, with Janet Hennessey second. The other top-ranking partici- pants were Joanne May, Ann Hawks, Dotty Ann O’Connor, Betty Bolles, Winnie (Iolding, Sally Went- worth, ami Judy Merrifield. A team was picked this spring to represent Bellows Falls in matches with neighboring schools. INTRA-MI RAL SPORTS SOCCER October days found the girls a little black and blue around the legs and ankles. These were the marks from playing the popular game of soccer. The object is to get the ball into the goal in order to score a point and, when the ball is near the goal, —wow! watch out!! In the gym class games were very exciting and fun to watch. Period 4 won by three points over Period 7 in the final play-off. The Juniors lost by one point to the Seniors in the class games. In the gym class games everyone had a chance to play; but, in the class games, usually the best players were the ones who played, (iirls volunteered to play the rough game, but roughness didn’t bother them. They played hard for their team to win. Mrs. Jones refereed the games. VOLLEY BALL Volley ball is another popular sport in B. F. It is played in the gym classes in the fall. Everyone plays and enjoys the game. Mrs. Jones changed the play- offs. Instead of having inter-gym games, the games were played between the rooms. Everyone liked the idea and hoped that it would be continued in the future. Room II defeated Room £3, and Room 14 defeated Room 47. Room 11 beat Room 14 by four points in a game that kept everyone guessing as to who would win. It was one of the most exciting games of the tournament. BADMINTON Everyone participated in the Badminton Tourna- ment in the fall. Two hundred and thirty girls played, and Rae Hall was the winner of the tournament. Badminton is a game that is becoming more and more popular in B. F. and will soon be played by more people everywhere. T II E S A M P E E R 61 INTER-CLASS BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT Basket Ball season this year was followed by the inter-class tournament; everyone of the 120 girls participating had a chance to play. The first game was between the Freshman and the Seniors, the latter winning by a score of 38-17. For the Seniors, Prudy Duffy was high scorer with 12. Ann Hawks coached the freshman team and their high scorer was Jane Bousquet, with 1) points. In the second game, the Freshmen defeated the Sophomores 19-11. The Sophomores did a good job despite their lack of players. The well-coached Seniors, under Sally Wentworth, beat the Juniors 44-33. Frannic («orange was high scorer for the Juniors with 12 points, and, once more, Prudy Duffy was high scorer for the Seniors, with 22 points. The Freshmen, coached by Jane Hopewell, defeated the Juniors 31-15. Frannie («orange was again high scorer, with II points. In the fifth game the Seniors captured the tournament winning over the Sophomores by a score of 41-23. 'Phc final game was the most exciting of the tourna- ment. 'Phc determined Juniors tried to capture second place against the Sophomores, who werealsodetermined to win. 'Hie score changed many times before the end of the game, and it was questionable as to who would win. The Juniors lost by a score of 19-15. Virginia Doyle, Sophomore, and Claire Baldasaro, Junior, were the high scorers for the game with 8 and 9 points respectively. Bae Hall, Evelyn Chisamorc, Regina Rushton and Jane Mack were the officials for the tournament. Volunteer basketball fans ran the score board. Final results of the tournament were: Lost Won Seniors 0 3 Juniors 2 1 Sophomores Freshmen 2 1 2 1 c FUTILE EFFORTS PAUL Paul, His basketball Baseball and football Intrigues us All. FRANCES R. KISSEL There was a young man in school Whose habit was always to fool. He wandered around And finally found A teacher who’s not really cruel. For Psychology he signed. Only to find. That he had no mind. CARLETON ROBY A PUZZLE FOR MAN Where are the days when we sighed and yearned For our years of school to end? Where are the days when we hurried on For the goal just round the bend? And now that we’re here and the goal’s in view. Why do we shed a tear? Why do we yearn for the days that were. When the days we wished for are here? It’s all in the plan of things, I guess. It’s part of the one great theme. The very things we scorn right now Are the ones for which we dream. JOAN L. KING A GUESSING GAME I stand on legs which number four; I’m sadly chipped and marred by pens galore. I’m always standing in the same old place. But only ’cause I’m hitched to a base. Inside of me are thrown all sorts of things; I might be Hall’s, or Hill’s, or King’s. The pupils rushing to the door do kick ine with their feet. Or pound upon my top, with loud insistent beat. Sometimes (but rarely true), I’m used the way I ought to be, For students sit and work at me. By now I’m sure you must have guessed. The fact I am some Senior’s desk. RUTH LAM LEIN WONDERING Schools with all those desks of books And all those teachers’ staring looks Make me wonder if I can Be quite the man I think I am. TYPING CLASS We had a class called typing. Where we had a lot of fun. Always rushing round the classroom. Our assignments never done. Miss Santamaria said, “Speed test.’’ And everybody groaned; And, when we hail transcription. She told us, “Do your own. We typists always liked that class. Though we didn’t all make A’s; And, some day when we’re older. We’ll recall those good old days. CLAIRE BOUSQUET (it S A M P I KEY TO PICTURES GLAMOUR PAGE 1. Prudence Duffy, Rae Hall 2. Laura Willard 3. Claire Bousquet, Beattie Reed 4. Mary Barry 5. Connie Beals 6. Gerry Palmer 7. Evelyn Chisamore, Betty Bolles, Sally Wentworth WHO’S WHO 8. The Mystery Man 0. A1 Dagnoli 10. Betty Bolles 11. Angela Capron, Rose Grippo 12. Mary Damon 18. Rachel Mathers 14. Rae Hall 15. Fenner and Pettie Hammond 16. Paid Flavin 17. Patsy Baldasaro 18. Sally Wentworth, Porky Raymond AROUND THE SCHOOL 1. Rachel Mathers 2. Joan King 8. Mr. Holland 4. Kenny Patterson 5. Joanne May 6. Adeline Panek 7. Pat Howe 8. Barb Welch. Shirley Hodgkins 9. Penner Hammond 10. Mr. Witt 11. Mr. Davis 12. Paul (“Hipper”) Shaughnessy 18. Colleen Shufeldt 14. Mary Hemingway 15. Mr. Osborn THE SAMPLER For News About Bellows Falls High School Read the Bellows Falls Times THE SAMPLER 66 Congratulations to the Seniors Compliments of VERMONT POULTRY. INC. ROBERTSON PAPER COMPANY DYMOND Waxed and Oiled. Printed and Unprinted Brand Dressed Poultry Papers N. (). COTE JEWELRY GIFTS Compliments of Bellows Falls, Vt. 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