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

Text from Pages 1 - 96 of the 1952 volume:

FOREWORD We of the Sampler Board offer this Senior Sampler as our contribution to the life of our school and to the memories of our class. For all who read it, but especially for us Seniors, we have tried to build a storehouse to hold the memories of our last year at B. F. H. S. If, ten years from now and ten thou- sand miles from here, this Sampler brings back pleasant recollections of our high school days, we will not have worked in vain. TABLE OF CONTENTS Foreword.............................. 2 Sampler Board......................... 3 Faculty............................... 5 Class Officers........................ 6 Class Day............................. 8 Senior Write-ups...................... 9 Class Notables....................... 28 Class History......................... 30 Class Prophecy........................ 31 Class Will............................ 33 Underclassmen......................... 36 Organizations, Plays, Socials, Music Assemblies......................... 41 Athletics............................. 55 Advertising........................... 60 2 SAMPLER BOARD OF 1952 Editor-in-Chief— William Kinsley Assistant Editors Patience Lovell Roland Lyford Kenneth Wood Dorothy Zeno Business Manager- Robert Thurston Assistant Business Manager— Ruth Tenney Faculty Advisor — Henry B. Osborn Typists Florence Blanchard Elizabeth Longueil Jane McGuirk Marion Welch Art Editors — Carolyn Nies, Amelia Sileski 3 FACULTY FACULTY Dr. Richard N. Butler Miss Elizabeth H. Hunt Superintendent of Schools Guidance, Social Science Northeastern University, B. S. Middlebury College. B. A. Hyannis Teachers' College. M. A. Columbia University, M. A. University of Chicago, Ph. B. Mrs. Dorothy M. Jones Mr. Hilton C. Holland Physical Education for Girls Principal Posse-Nissen School of Physical Education Tufts College. B. S. Temple University, Physical Education, B. S. Columbia University. M. A. Mr. Burton W. Martin Miss Emma Andreae Instrumental Music Home Economics New England Conservatory of Music, B. M. Iowa State Teachers' College, B. S. Mr. Gerald J. McCarthy University of Wyoming, M. A. Sociology, Psychology, Math, Economic Geography, Driver Miss Priscilla Bedell Training Music Supervisor St. Michael's College, A. B., M. A. University of New Hampshire, B. A. Mr. John W. Murphy New England Conservatory of Music Art Miss Virginia M. Brown New England School of Arts English, Guidance, Dramatics Mr. Walter J. Olbrych Boston University, A. B. Commercial University of Vermont, A. M. Northampton Commercial College Mrs. Bertha M. Chellis Mr. Henry B. Osborn, Assistant Principal Home Economics, General Science French, English Clark University Brown University, Ph. B. University of Vermont Keene Teachers’ College, B. S. At. George Sanders Distributive Education Mr. James M. Curran Keene Teachers' College, B. E. General Science, Biology, Shop University of Pittsburgh University of Massachusetts Mr. Richard Sprague Princeton University U. S. History, Modern History, World History University of Chicago Bowdoin College. B. S. American and International, B. A. Trinity College, M. A. Mr. Paul F. Davis Mrs. Thelma M. Quinn Science. Math, Faculty Mgr. of Athletics, Visual Aids Junior High Mathematics University of New Hampshire, B. S., M. Ed. University of Vermont, A. B. Mr. Norman R. Golding Miss Catherine Santamaria Shop Commercial University of New Hampshire, B. S. Salem Teachers’ College, B. S. in Ed. Boston University. Ed. M. Mr. Lawrence Hadley Physical Education for Boys Miss Roxie Jean Talbert University of Wisconsin Junior High Social General Science, World History University of Vermont Miss Mary E. Hagan Miss Catherine A. Wilcox English Emmanuel College. B. A. Latin, English University of Vermont, A. B.. Ed. M. University of Maryland M. A. Causa Honoris Miss Ann Hennessey Mr. Stanley A. Witt English Mathematics Keene Teachers' College University of Vermont, B. S., M. Ed. 5 THE CLASS OF 1952 CLASS COLORS CLASS MOTTO Green and Silver We have countless reasons for failure, but not one single excuse. CLASS FLOWER Yellow Rose OFFICERS President...............Robert Cowan Secretary.................Helen Hollar Vice-President..........Thomas Reynolds Treasurer.................David Brandon HONOR STUDENTS First............................................. Robert Park Second...........................................William Kinsley Third........................................Florence Blanchard Others, alphabetically arranged Dorothy Bragg Irene Jackman Frances Tolaro Helen Hollar Frances Narkiewicz Marion Welch Jane Stickney 6 CLASS DAY PROGRAM TUESDAY, JUNE 10, 1951 Processional......................................... Master of Ceremonies................................. Music................................................. Presentation of Awards................................ Class History......................................... Class Prophecy........................................ Music................................................. Class Will............................................ Class Gifts.......................................... Music................................................. Presentation of Yearbook.............................. Acceptance of Yearbook................................ Moving up of Classes.................................. Class Song............................................ School Song........................................... Recessional........................................... School Orhcestra . . Robert Cowan Frances Narkiewicz . . . Frances Tolaro . . Irene Jackman . . Robert Cowan William Kinsley ... Mr. Holland School Orchestra CLASS SONG Tune: “The Whiffenpoof Song” All the seats in Room 11, And the books we often shirked; All the teachers who have helped us on our way; The activities we’ve entered, All our triumphs and our woes, We must leave for someone else to hold full sway. Oh, the times we’ve had together And the classes we have shared— English, Chemistry and Typing and the rest— Now are just a fond remembrance For our high school days are o’er, But we’ll all remember B. F. as the best. We’ll never forget your hallowed halls, B. F. High; We’re leaving you now with deep regret, B. F. High; Now our graduation day is due, My how quickly the seasons flew, Farewell, from the Class of Fifty-Two, B. F. High. ROLAND LYFORD 8 THE SAMPLER DONALD CONDON ANGELL Donny Of two evils choose the prettier.” J. V. Basketball 1, 2, Varsity 3, 4; J. V. Baseball 1, Varsity 2, 3, 4; Tennis 2, 3, 4; Spotlight Club 4; Football 4; “Thank You Doctor,” Prize Play 4. Did someone ask for Donny? Chances are that he won’t be in town. First he got a license, then he discovered a town fourteen miles north of here, called Springfield, which he found to be inhabited by a fetching species of feminity. He still finds time, however, to compete in athletics, and every- one will vouch for his success on the basketball court. He also plays a tricky brand of football and a fast game of ten- nis, and he is a clever southpaw pitcher. He doesn’t believe in studying, but he has managed to do pretty well. Maybe those helpful suggestions from the girl behind him had some- thing to do with it. RICHARD OLIVER ASHCROFT Rich Restless at home, and ever prone to range.” Interclass Ski Meet 4. You’ve all seen Rich, the quiet boy from Gageville, with the curly coal-black hair. While deciding between the Navy and school, he spent the first two weeks of this school year on a trip to Yellowstone National Park astride his ’42 Harley, and, a few weeks later, journeyed to the great city of Montreal. For Rich it’s motorcycle in the summer and skis in the winter. Two years ago he won first prize in ski-jump- ing at Alstead. Maybe we’ll see you jumping at Brattleboro in a few years, Rich, if Uncle Sam doesn’t find a position for you meanwhile. RICHARD ERNEST BERNATCHY Rich “Love makes a man do many things.” Freshman Basketball 1; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hep 3; Football Formal 4. Rich is one of the quieter boys of our class, though he is always ready with the witty remarks in Merchandising class. If you ever wanted to find him after school, you could look in one of two places: just outside Room Fifteen, talking to that cute Sophomore girl, or working at the First National. Rich is one of the few boys who does not go in for crew-cuts. He knows how girls like curly hair. You’ll often see him driving around town in his snappy Dodge convertible. CARL RUSSELL BLACK Carl “I wish Adam had died with all his ribs in his body.” Band 2; Senior Hop 3; Spotlight Club 4; Football Formal 4; J. H. Tournament 4; Freshmen Reception 4; Monitor 4; “Eve of St. Mark,” Stage Mgr. 4. Carl’s every activity must be done to the height of per- fection and the best of his ability. His snappy dress shows this. His conversations with Mr. Davis have proved too complicated for the ordinary man in the hall. Every Monday he swears off women, but by Wednesday he is back on the old routine. Electronics is a big field and he’ll make a big place for himself in it. 9 THE SAMPLER FLORENCE EVELYN BLANCHARD Florence “Intellect is stronger than common sense.” Basketball 1, 2; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Football Formal 4; Spotlight Club 4; “The Eve of St. Mark” 4; Monitor 4; Senior Sampler 4; Cafeteria Bookkeeper 4; Jr. Rotarian 4. Up steps another Gageville girl. Brainy, ambitious, and fun loving, that’s our Flossie. We wonder why she lights up so when we mention Portland. Could it be that she found her WORK interesting? Her time is pretty well taken up by baby-sitting, skating, swimming, and card playing. Having been a staunch member of Miss Santamaria’s commercial classes and Mr. Olbrych’s bookkeeping class, Flossie is all set for a business career. DOROTHY LOIS BRAGG Dottie ‘‘She is so quiet—sometimes.” Home Room Secretary 2; Softball 2, 3, 4; J. V. Basketball 3, Varsity 4; Office Assistant 3, 4; Monitor 4. Small and feminine, this cute senior girl hails from Grafton. An “A” student, she still finds time to go out for basketball and softball. You can usually find her at the nearest square dance, preferably over Newfane way. Dottie plans to go to Castleton Teachers’ College next year. Rule your pupils with an iron hand, Dottie. RICHARD LAWRENCE BRAGG “He liked whomever he looked on; his looks went everywhere.” Hi! Schooler 1, 2, 3; Track 2, 3, 4; Latin Club 2, 3; “Pot Boiler,” Prize Play 2; Spot. Club 2, 3, 4, Vice Pres. 3; “Ghost Story” 3; Christmas Pageant 2, 3, 4; Special Glee Club 3, 4; Class Vice Pres. 3; Jr. Prom 3; “Eve of St. Mark” 4. Larry is a great practical joker and can take a joke as well as play one. His hobbies are hunting, fishing and living dangerously. Ethics and convention mean nothing to him and, if a thing needs to be said or done, he does it regardless of what Emily Post would say. He has a big hearty laugh, a good sense of humor, and he is a thoroughly good fellow. DONALD DAVID BRANDON Dave “T.o insure a good reputation, give publicly, steal privately.” Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Special Glee Club 3, 4; Christmas Pageant 3, 4; All-State Chorus 4; Spot. Club 3, 4; “Balcony Scene” 4; “Submerged”, Prize Play 3; Home Room Treas. 1, 2; Class Treas. 3, 4; Monitor 3, Capt. 4; “Eve of St. Mark” 4; Jr. Rotarian 4. Ever dependable, always competent and hard-working at any job he undertakes, Dave, as captain of the Monitors, has done a commendable job in keeping traffic running smoothly this year. He has worked at Howard Hardware for four years to earn money for college, but has still found time enough to do a great job before the footlights. He seems to be the camera fiend who is responsible for many of the pics that will give us more than one reminiscent chuckle in years to come. 7 10 THE SAMPLER ISABEL MARY EUSHWAY Isabel “Many are called bui few gel up.” Home Ec. Club 1, 2; Librarian 3, 4; Spotlight Club 4; Football Formal 4; Cafeteria 1, 2, 4. Soft brown hair and a wide smile mark Isabel, another girl who shivers across the bridge, on her way to school, when the icy winds blow. You’ve surely seen her down in the cafe- teria, increasing the sales of ice cream by her efficient man- ner. With all her running around, she manages to keep pretty busy. Isabel will be remembered as a girl a friend could always depend on for help over a rough spot. DAVID EDWARD COSTIN Ace “Irish, but not green.” J. V. Basketball 1, 2, 3; Football Formal 4; Junior High Tournament 4. Ace is very quiet from 8:30-2:30, but, when school is out, look out! He is one of the class hell-drivers and has covered many miles on the open road behind the wheel of his father’s new two-tone Plymouth. He seems to have settled his affections on one pretty Sophomore. He hails from North Walpole and is quite proud of the fact. He is an avid Red Sox fan and goes around yapping about their prospects every spring and explaining their sad finishes every fall. His handsome face and winning manner have made him a friend to many of both sexes. ROBERT JAMES HALL COWAN Bob “The wheel that moves gathers no dust. Baseball 1; J. V. Football 1, 3, Varsity 4; Class President 2, 3, 4; S.A.B. 3, 4; Jr. Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Boys’ State 3; Football Formal 4; Freshman Reception 4; Chairman School State 4; Jr. Rotarian 4; Monitor 4. A truly active member of the Class of ’52, Bob has dis- played ingenuity and ambition in his leadership. How has he managed to keep his hair brown during the troubles he has had running our class the last three years? His love of antiques is shown by his series of horseless carriages. His trips to Ludlow wear them out fast. He has a special brand of humor all his own. Wherever he goes, he will make his influence felt. THOMAS ALBERT CURTIN Tombo “Smile and the world smiles with you.” Class Treas. 1; J. V. Football 1, 2, Varsity 4; Freshman Basketball 1, J. V. 2, 3; Home Room Vice Pres. 2, Sec. 3; Special Glee Club 2, 3; Xmas Pageant 3; Spotlight Club 3, 4; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; “Ghost Story” 3; Junior High Tournament 3, 4; Freshman Reception 4; Football Formal 4; Home Room Rep. 4; Vice Pres. A.A. 4. If there’s anything mischievous going on, you can be sure Tombo’s in on it. He sure has made life interesting for the Monitor force! His whimsical smile and jovial manner have made him a favorite with everyone. He is another one of the Senior boys who flicker the flashlights at the Opera House. After graduation, he hopes to become a Certified Public Accountant. ll THE SAMPLER RICHARD HASKELL DAMON Steve “Quiet mind in a loud world.” Spotlight Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Christmas Pageant 2; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Tennis 3, 4. Short, dark, curly-haired, Steve is never without a twinkle in his eye. His favorite hangout before school starts is the railing over the foyer with his buddies from Gageville. Tennis is one of his favorite sports. He often “whales away” at the playground courts, and is one of Mr. Sprague’s most dependable racketeers. After graduation he plans to go to the Vermont State School of Agriculture. VIRGINIA ANN DONZELLO Virginia “All are merry that dance lightly.” Softball 1, 2; Home Room Sec. 2; Spotlight Club 4; Cafeteria 4. Virginia is that short, brown-eyed, honey blonde with a flashing smile. You can always count on a good time with Virginia. Her fun-loving personality will always keep you laughing. Talking seems to be one of her main joys in life. She likes to dance, and does it so well that, if she tried hard, she could probably dance The Thinker right off his stony seat. We don’t see how she finds time to listen to her fine record collection, since lonely hours must be rare to a girl with sparkle like hers. VIRGINIA MARY DOWLIN “A helping hand, ready at your call.” Special Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; All-State Music Festival 1, 4, All-N. E. 4; Home Ec. Club 1, 2; Jr. Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Spotlight Club 4; Football Formal 4; Play-Nite 4; Hi! Schooler 4; “Eve of St. Mark” 4; Monitor 4. If you happen to be in the school some afternoon around four and see a brown-eyed Senior walking down the halls, you’ll know it’s Ginny, coming from typing. Ginny has been a great help to the Glee Club and many other activities. Whenever there is a job to be done, she will always volunteer. Even though she’s not an artist, she undertook the job as chairman of decoration for the Football Formal and really did a swell job. When graduation rolls around, we’ll be losing a swell classmate, but our loss is Castleton’s gain. Dave “No civilized person goes to bed the same day he gets up.” Football 3; Baseball 3. Dave bears a strong resemblance to John Hodiak of the movies, but Dave claims he doesn’t look like Hodiak; the actor resembles him. He has one of the more unusual jobs of our class, toting mail bags at the railroad station. He promises free passes to all his old classmates when he becomes president of the Boston Maine. 12 THE SAMPLER RICHARD HEATH FULLAM Dick “It is not good that man should be alone. Librarian 3; Junior Prom 3; Freshman Reception 4; Cafeteria Cashier 4. Dick is that efficient lad from Westminster who pounds the cash register in the cafeteria. He keeps his private life like a closet,—“Open the Door, Richard.” He drives a shiny black Pontiac to get to his female acquaintances in surrounding towns, especially Brattleboro. Dick’s father has enough apples in his orchard to keep the doctor away for centuries. His privilege of hunting deer year-round makes him the envy of his classmates. HARLAN IRVING FULLER Harlan “Silence is one art of conversation.” Track 1, 2, 3, 4; Junior Prom 3; Interclass Skiing 4; Monitor 3, 4. Harlan is a boy of curly brown hair, broad shoulders, and few words. An enthusiastic skier, he captained the Seniors to victory in the Interclass Ski Meet. He is always working up some scheme for fun and frolic. Harlan has been a main stay of the track team ever since this sport was revived at B. F. H. S. He is another outdoor boy, fond of hunting and fishing, and can often be seen on the back roads with rod or gun. He’ll leave a space that will be hard to fill. HUGH EDGAR GOLDSMITH Goldie “Good nature is stronger than tomahawks.” Junior Prom 3; Football 3, 4; J. V. Basketball 3; Baseball 3, 4; Track 3, 4; Special Glee Club 3, Pres. 4; Monitor 4; Junior Rotarian 4. Goldie came to B. F. H. S. from V. A. for his Junior year and brought with him a large stock of football ability. Re- member the touchdown he made at Springfield? Not only is he good at football, but he is also one of Miss Bedell’s top tenors. If he has half as many friends later as he has now, he’ll never have a dull moment. Neither will his friends. ROBERT WILLIAM GREENOUGH Bob “The easiest thing to do in life is to live. Home Room Treasurer 1. Generous, good-natured, happy most of the time, Bob is an excellent person to have with you on any kind of a trip. He drives the black ’48 Chevy more than his folks do, quite often going to Walpole, or maybe to a drive-in. He is inter- ested in popular music and good movies. Presently em- ployed at Cray Chevrolet, he hopes to become an expert mechanic some day. 13 THE SAMPLER EDWARD BRIAN HARTY Ed The only people in the world are the Irish and those who wish they were.” Home Room President 2; junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Junior High Tournament Asst. Director 3, Director 4; Football Formal 4. Ed is the tall rugged-looking fellow who comes from North Walpole and is proud of it. He really did a swell job manag- ing the Junior High Tournament this year. We always find him walking around the halls. Do classes bore you, Ed? Just to be different, Ed often wears two shirts and they usually clash. He plans to join the Air Force next year. They’ll get a good man. HOWARD EDWARD HASKELL Cy A woman is only a woman, hut a good cigar is a smoke.” Christmas Pageant 2; Cafeteria Cashier 3; Spotlight Club 3, 4; Senior Play 4. Howard is the lad from Davidson Hill who had us rolling in the aisles with his performance of Cy in “The Eve of St. Mark.” Don’t try to pick a fight with him; he’s very good- natured, but quite strong from his frequent trips up and down the aforementioned Davidson Hill. He used to be an active Boy Scout, but lately has found other things to do. Montreal and its bright lights gave him quite a gay time when he visited them. HELEN ANNETTE HOLLAR Helen The busy bee has no lime for sorrow.” Class Vice Pres. 1, Sec. 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Soft- ball 1, 2, 3, 4; S. A. B. 2, Sec. 3, 4; Tennis 2, 3, 4; Sp. Glee Club 2, 3, Treas. 4- Off. Asst. 2, 3, 4; Mon. 3, Lt. 4; Badmin- ton Medal 3; Jr. Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Girls’ State 3; Xmas Cantata 3, 4; School State Aud. Accts. 3; Vt. Mus. Fes. 4; Fresh. Recep. 4; Football Formal 4; Hi! Schooler 4; D. A. R. Good Cit. Award 4; Sr. Play Bus. Mgr. 4; Jr. Ro- tarian 4; J. H. Tourn. 4; A. A. Treas. 4. Here’s to the girl with the staggering pile of books who always has a dazzling smile for everyone. Although Helen is a very busy girl, she manages to take a leading role in every- thing she does. Her willingness to accept responsibility has made her popular among the members of her class and in the school. AUDREY RUTH HOTCHKISS Audrey I care for no one—no, not I.” Softball 2, 3, 4; “The Eve of St. Mark” 4. After living on top of Fisher Hill, in Grafton, a couple of years, Audrey moved to town, and only a stone’s throw from school. A carefree girl, with a stride all her own, she has square-dancing in her blood and a love of reading in her head. Miss Blood remembers her for small favors well done in the office. In the spring, she turns to the softball field. She has quite a habit of borrowing things. Audrey, where’s that comb I lent you two weeks ago? 14 THE SAMPLER IRENE MAY JACKMAN Renee A good end follows a good beginning.” Softball 1; Basketball I, 2, 3; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Xmas Cantata 3; Spot. Club 3, 4; Monitor 3, 4; Mikado 4; Senior Play 4; Sp. Glee Club 4; Football Formal 4; S. A. B. 4. If you see a big Pontiac coming towards you, look out! It’s probably Renee with her inevitable two. If ever you want to get her talking, just ask her about camp life in Maine. That’s one subject in which she is well versed. Combining work with play, Renee has contributed her share towards making our dances successful throughout the years, by leading our decoration committees. Her cheerful smile and winning personality have won her many friends who share the feeling that Vermont’s loss is Missouri’s gain. MERLE FRANCIS JACKSON Skipp “Silence is one of the hardest arguments to refute.” Skipp is the shy guy who recently joined the Crew Cut Clan. Skipp keeps pretty much to himself most of the time and tells us that he has no use for women, but certain facts lead us to believe otherwise. His knowledge of history and current events is quite astounding, and he takes a keen interest in all problems pertaining to these subjects. He plans to major in history at St. Michael’s. DONALD JAMES JEANNOTTE “Go rest, young man, go rest.” J. V. Basketball 2, 3; Baseball 3, 4, Varsity 4. “M”, as he is known to some of the class, has the honor of holding three notabilities. He is the class sheik and night- hawk which may explain his position of laziest boy. He finds school very boring, but finds time for heated arguments in Mr. McCarthy’s classes. He is another stellar athlete and, along with his steady brand of basketball, he is a prom- ising pitcher. Another Springfield admirer, he usually finds time for at least two sojourns per week, along with Don Angell. Amiable, though temperamental, Dan is everyone’s friend. JACQUELINE ANN JOHNSON Jackie “To all her smile extends.” Basketball 1, 2; Softball 1, 2; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Hi! Schooler Typist 4. Jackie is usually found in the midst of a group of girls, dis- cussing the latest news. She is a firm believer in the “one- man” theory. She has a great talent for playing the piano. If you don’t believe this, ask her to play “St. Louis Blues” sometime. She has wonderful rhythm, so dancing is natu- rally a favorite pastime. Her main ambition is to travel. 15 THE SAMPLER WILLIAM BENTON KINSLEY Bill “ cannot afford to waste my time making money.” N.E.S.P.A. delegate 2; Latin Club 2, 3; Hi! Schooler 2, 3; Track 3, 4; Tennis 3; Spot. Club 3, 4; Junior Prom 3; Boys’ State 3; History Award 3; Model UN delegate 3; Jr. Ro- tarian 3, 4; Home Room Treas. 3; Football Formal 4; Senior Sampler, Editor-in-Chief 4; Monitor 4. Bill attributes his successful high school career to the lack of women in his life. Actually he says he doesn’t hate the femmes fatales, but finds from his observations that one can accomplish more, faster, without feminine assistance. Other- wise you will find him quite normal, with a weakness for getting A’s, many friends, no enemies, and flashy shirts. If he goes over the hurdles of life as well as those on the track, he can’t lose. GABRIEL PAUL KISSEL Gabe “A heart as big as all out-doors.” Football 4; Track 4. Gabe is a quiet blonde with a slow smile that runs up more temperatures per day than any germ in the world. He’s another of those Westminster boys who believes that cars and drivers’ licenses should not lie around unused. If an ear-splitting rattle on the road disturbs you someday, it’s probably Gabe and his yellow jeep pickup with the milk cans in it jumping up and down. If he travels through life like he does on the road, he can’t help reaching the top. ELIZABETH LOUISE LONGUEIL “God created woman only to tame man.” S. A. B. 1; Freshman Party 1; Sophomore Party 2; Junior Prom 3; Football Formal 4; Senior Sampler 4. A little blonde bombshell from Gageville, Betty can al- ways be found at the nearest dance. Her biggest present on her birthday was a hope chest. From what we hear it is filling up faster than a hole dug beside the ocean fills with water. Baking, especially cookies and nice gooey fudge, is one of her prime accomplishments. With this ability, she’ll have no trouble at all in keeping at home the man she finally chooses. PATIENCE LEBOURVEAU LOVELL Pat “Always happy, always gay, and often talking.” Hi! Schooler 1, 2, 3, 4; Cheerleader 2, 3, 4; Special Glee Club 3, 4; Spot Club 3, 4; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Journalism Award 3; Playnight 3; Football Formal 4; Senior Play 4; Senior Sampler 4. Pat is that cute, vivacious cheerleader who succeeds in making the bus driver’s life miserable. Many girls would like to know her secret for attracting all those college men. Could it be that nice q-u-i-e-t manner? Wherever there’s a crowd of happy people, you will be sure to find her there, pitching right in. This girl can really argue, especially when it comes to the French class. Pat’s wonderful sense of humor should bring much happiness in years to come. Betty 16 THE SAMPLER ROLAND HAZEN LYFORD Roily “I’m even better than I think I am. Caf. 1; Basketball 1; Football 1, 3; Sp. Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Xmas Cantata 1, 2, 3, 4; Lat. Club 1, 2, Vice Pres. 3; Hi! Schooler 1, 2, Asst. Ed. 3; Tennis 2, 4; Spot. Club 2, 3, 4; N.E.S.P.A. 2; “This Bull Ate Nutmeg” 2; Baseball Mgr. 3; Home Room Vice Pres. 3; Jr. Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Play Nite 3; Senior Sampler 4; Football Formal 4; “The Eve of St. Mark” 4; “Mikado” 4; Jr. Rotarian 4. This lad possesses one of the best voices in the school. Miss Bedell would be lost without his rich baritone, which has put class in many Glee Club programs. Roily’s literary talents are outstanding. He is known to the Hi! Schooler and Sampler staffs as a contributor of unusual ability. His prose and poetry have kept his readers well supplied with fuel for the fire. If you ever want to find him, don’t look for him at his house; he is more apt to be at yours. ROGER BOYDEN McCOY Rog “Silent in seven languages. Although Roger seems to have no girls at present, one will be sure to snare him soon if he continues to look like an Esquire fashion plate. He always has a cheery greeting for everyone he meets. He quite often drives his Dodge in from Westminster West to see the sights of the big city. Roger helps his father and brother run the family farm, and plans to go to the Vermont State School of Agriculture. When he gets back, the farm should break all records. JANE ESTHER McGUIRK Jane “Her heart is with a sailor. Cafeteria 1, 2; Home Ec. Club 2; Basketball 2, 3, 4; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Office Assistant 3, 4; Monitor 4; Football Formal 4; Senior Sampler 4; Junior High Tourna- ment 4. Jane, the girl who is never without a smile. Mrs. Jones will lose something when she loses Jane, especially her head- aches. Don’t ever dare her to do anything, because she will do it! If you are ever down around Walpole, in a certain section, look for a green Plymouth. You will probably find Jane, riding around, shall we say?? With Jane as good natured as she is, we have little doubt that she will go far as a hairdresser. JOSEPH STANLEY MARINO Joe “All great men are dead; I’m not feeling well myself.” Freshman Basketball 1; J. V. Basketball 2, Manager 3; J. V. Football 3; Junior Prom 3; Xmas Pageant 3; Latin Club 3; Spotlight Club 3; Pres. 4: Prize Play, “Submerged” 3; “Best Actor Award” 4; “Balcony Scene” 4; “Eve of St. Mark” 4; Freshman Reception 4. There is really very little to tell about Joe, our best actor, that he has not already made public. His wit has turned many otherwise dull classes into hilarious uproars. He has spent the greater part of his high school days in water, ranging in temperature from moderately warm to boiling hot, but he has somehow avoided expulsion or assassination. His glib tongue and extensive vocabulary have made him an orator of note, a fact which was first made apparent in the school-state elections. Arguing is his first love and perhaps this is why he has chosen law as his future work. 17 THE SAMPLER WILLIAM JOSEPH MARTIN Bill “ You don’t have to understand things to argue about them.” Latin Club 2; Biology Club 2; Senior Hop 3; Junior Prom 3; Spotlight Club 4; “Eve of St. Mark’’ 4; Freshman Recep- tion 4; Football Formal 4; Football 4; Tennis 1, 4; Track 4. Here is the tall, broad-shouldered lad whom you may often find weighing out eleven ounces to the pound at the First National meat counter. Between your work and Spring- field, Bill, how do you find time for your activities? Quite a skier, he is on Big Bromley almost every Sunday afternoon in the winter. With his carefree ways, he should be able to handle everything that life has in store for him. JOANNE ALTA MAY Jo ‘To say beauty is skin deep is but a skin deep saying.” Basketball 1; Tennis 1, 2, 3, 4; Class Sec. 1; Softball 2, 3, 4; Majorette 2, 3, Head 4; Home Room Sec. 2, 3; Latin Club 2, 3, 4; Biology Club 2; Home Room Sec. 2, 3; Tennis Award 3, 4; Sp. Glee Club 3, 4; Xmas Pageant 2, 4; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Monitor 3, 4; Girls’ State 3; Operetta 4; Spot. Club Sec.-Treas. 4; “Balcony Scene” 4; “Eve of St. Mark” 4; J. H. Tournament 4; Freshman Reception 4. Jo has done a swell job as head majorette this year. Some- time ask her about seventh period cafeteria; we don’t think she gets much studying done. Athletics? Well, she’s won the tennis championship for two years. There’s no man shortage as far as this girl is concerned. She attracts them from all around. After college Jo plans to become a teacher. CATHERINE JOAN MOORE Kay ‘‘The best way to have a friend is to be one.” Home Ec. Club 1; Cafeteria 1. 2; Hi! Schooler 2, 3. 4; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Spotlight Club 4; Football Formal 4; Monitor 4; J. H. Tournament 4. This lively, dark-haired girl is alwavs busy. She can usually be found in Room 22, typing. Ask Kay about the book she is going to write, entitled, “Why Seniors Go Crazv.” This book should prove verv interesting and bene- ficial to future Seniors. Kav has had much experience as a hostess at two of our formals. Her future plans are to go to Castleton Teacher’s College. With her personality and am- bition, she will reach the top. FRANCES ANNE NARKIEWICZ Frannie “If uou will be loved, love and be lovable.” Latin Club Sec. 2; Home Room Representative 2; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Monitor 4. One of our top commercial students, Frannie is always busy with her short hand or bookkeeping, that is. when other interests don’t occupy her. She really strum’s the 88’s with rhythm. Perhaps her love of rhythm is what makes her so interested in dancing. This girl has ambition to go places, either in secretarial work or teaching. 18 THE SAMPLER CAROLYN ETTA NIES Carolyn “Art needs no spur beyond itself.” Spring Concert 2; Junior Prom 3; Football Formal 4; Librarian 4; Senior Sampler 4. Carolyn is the tall girl with the brown hair and blue eyes. She always seems to be running .down to Newberry’s after school. She is one of the class artists, and has painted for all our formals. Carolyn’s ambition is to become an artist. _ With her ability and persistence, she should make it. ■ . DONALD NOWERS Don “ He has a beauty in his life.” J. V. Football 1, Varsity 2, 3, 4; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Jr. Rotarian 4; Football Formal 4. Don is from Saxtons River,—whoops!, we mean Westmin- ster, but the mistake is quite easily excusable, for he spends so much of his time there visiting Liz. They are our nomina- tion for class couple. Liz claims to have reformed all his bad habits, but she has not taken that dangerous look from his eye yet. We won’t resign him to henpecked husbandry for a few years yet. He loves to drive, and makes a point of taking off the first day of deer season every year. A great asset to the football team and an all-around sport is our Don. ROBERT EDWARD PARK Bob “ can believe anything, as long as it’s incredible.” Track 1, 2, 3, 4; Band 1, Mgr. 2, Pres. 3, Adv. Bd. 3, 4; Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4; Science Club 1; Class Pres. 1; Vt. Music Fest. 2, 3, 4, All-N. E. 4; Sp. Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Latin Club 3; Spot. Club 3, 4; Monitor 3, 4; Junior Prom 3; “Submerged” Prize Play 3; S. A. B. Vice Pres. 3; Math Award 2; Scholar- ship Award 3; Boys’ State 3; Jr. Rotarian 3, 4; “Eve of St. Mark” 4; Football Formal 4. If you see Bob sauntering down the hall, be prepared for either a pun or a zany new theory about travel in hyper- space. It’s an event when he misses a question on a trig or chemistry exam. The fish and game of Grafton cringe when he comes in view with his rod or gun. He says he’ll make his third million by building a new rocket. ROBERT EUGENE PARKER Bob “An honest man’s the noblest u ork of God.” Homeroom Treasurer 2; Junior Prom 3; Football Formal 4. Despite Bob’s living in Rockingham, we quite often see him around the school after hours. His pink cheeks prob- ably come from the fresh air that he gets while on his way home. Although he often takes the unpopular side in Mod- ern History discussions, he is one of the most valuable mem- bers of that class, usually coming up with a new idea or two. 19 THE SAMPLER JAMES ROGER PERKINS Jim To be strong is to be happy.” Varsity Football 1, 2, 3, 4; J. V. Baseball 1, Varsity 2, 3, 4; Track 1, 2, 3, 4; J. V. Basketball 1, 2, 3; Sp. Glee Club 1; Spot. Club, 1, 2, 3, 4; Senior Hop 3; Jr. High Tournament 4. Here is a lad we are proud to say is a member of B. F. H. S. What would B. F. have done in the last few years without Jim? He has been a great athlete from the start, winning letters in four sports. He was especially outstanding in foot- ball, receiving the “Most Valuable Player” award. He has so many chevrons on his sweater sleeves that kids call him “General.” B. F. will miss Jim when he’s gone, but he’ll always be remembered as a great guy and all-around sport. KENNETH WHITCOMB POTTER Ken “ He hath but the voice of an angel.” Homeroom Treas. 1, 3; Tennis, 2, 3, 4; Homeroom Pres. 2; Class Treas. 2; Latin Club 2; Sp. Glee Club 2, 3; Monitor 3, Caf. Lt. 4; Boys’ State 3; “Eve of St. Mark” 4; S. A. B. 4; Jr. Rotarian 4; Play Night 4; Christmas Pageant 4; Spot. Club 4; “Mikado” 4; All-State Chorus 4; Football Formal 4. Tall, brawny, good looking, wavy brown hair, blue eyes, hard to anger, carefree, these are a few of the many charac- teristics that single out Ken from his classmates. Wherever he is, you will find a ’40 Buick. He is so good-natured that it is hard to believe that he has any enemies at all. Gay’s Express is again prosperous since Ken started working there. He is the only kid in the class that hails from Drews- ville. Too bad there are not more like him. Girls, we hear he is going to be an accountant. He always did like figures. Your horoscope screams success, Ken. STANLEY JOSIAH PRIOR, JR. Stan “ Where’s the cold apple pie?” Hi! Schooler 1, 2, 3; J. V. Tennis 2, 3; Librarian 3; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Spot. Club 3, 4; Play Night 3, 4; Freshmen Reception 4; Football Formal 4; Monitor 4; Track 4. Who is the guy, Stan, anyway? Maybe he’s the reason all the high school girls work down at Newberry’s. Sportman- ship is his prime characteristic. We can’t remember the last time that he wasn’t on a committee for a class dance. But then, this class has only been in high school for four years. What happened to the violin, Stan? What’s the attraction in Westminster at Riverview? Though you haven’t decided on one, you will be an asset to any college. No sense in wishing you luck, as you seem to make your own luck as you go along. THOMAS FRANCIS REYNOLDS Bender “ He likes to like people, therefore people like him.” J. V. Basketball 1, 2, Varsity 3, 4; J. V. Football 2, Varsity 3, 4; Tennis 2, 3, 4; Soph. Party 2; Track 3, 4; Christmas Pageant 3; Latin Club 3; Spot. Club 3, 4; Boys’ State 3: Jr. Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Jr. Rotarian 3, 4; Class Vice Pres. 4; Fresh. Recep on 4; Pres. A. A. 4; Jr. High Tourn. 4; Football Formal 4; “Eve of St. Mark ” 4. Outstanding in many fields, Bender (don’t ask us where ■ he nickname came from) is well known around the school as an athlete, student, and likeable guy. He seems to pull offices to himself like a magnet pulls nails. He is the type of boy Mr. Davis loves to have in his classes, except that he never comes to class. His visits to Pleasant Valley should give him a good background in agriculture, which he plans to make his career. His grin and red hair should make the vegetables grow twice as fast. THE SAMPLER JOHN HENRY RICE Jack “ Handsome, massive, and broad, a remarkable man is he.” Football 3, 4; Baseball 3, 4. Did you see that gray streak that just flashed by? It could be nothing but Jack and his Ford, probably headed for New Hampshire. Jack is a hefty fellow and has put his weight to good use during two years of football. He’s hard to get hold of, because one of his favorite pastimes is hunting, Jack will probably get a chance to use his marksmanship in the Marines. RICHARD KIRK RUMRILL Dick May you live all the days of your life.” Cafeteria 1, 2, 3; Monitor 3, 4; Spotlight Club 3. You can often see Dick, a well-proportioned boy with an unruly lock of blonde hair, skidding on the floor as he rounds the last turn to his monitor post. Despite a start that’s often late, he usually manages to get there on time. Anyone who’s ever been in cne of his gym classes will surely remem- ber his driving brand of basketball. He’s always ready with a willing heart and a strong hand when someone needs help. RICHARD HOXIE SEVERENS Dick “Success is the child of audacity.” ‘‘Eve of St. Mark” 4; Football 4; Special Glee Club 3, 4; Spotlight Club 4; “Thank You Doctor”, Prize Play 4. Dick Severens, the genial Mister 5x5 of the class, came to these hallowed halls from V. A. just after midyear exams of ’51. Dick has put life into our halls in the forms of Franken- stein, the Hunchback of Notre Dame, and other get-ups, like the art of plate glass carrying in pantomime. He plans to become a psychiatrist, and, if all the world is like our class, business should be good. MARGARET JOANNE SHAUGHNESSY Peggy To know her is to like her.” Football Formal 4; J. V. Basketball 2, Manager 3, Varsity Manager 4; Junior High Tournament 4; Monitor 4. Peggy is a staunch defender of North Walpole and the Irish. If you want to see an Irish temper in action, just call her Margaret. You’ve probably seen her glossy brown hair flying behind her as she rushes down the hall to her monitor post. Her future plans include Mary Hitchcock Hospital and a nurse’s cap. She’ll probably do so well that she’ll put herself out of business. 21 THE SAMPLER AMELIA FRANCES SILESKI Mimi . “Sweeter than the flowers in May.” Hi! Schooler 2; Cheerleader 2; Latin Club 2; Science Club 2; Xmas Pageant 2, 3, 4; Special Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Football Formal 4; Senior Sampler 4; Spotlight Club 4; Monitor 4; Freshman Recep- tion 4. Mimi is the tiniest member of the class. Art is her out- standing talent. The school will long remember the brilliant art work she did for all the formals, especially the Cinderella motif for the Junior Prom. Mimi is always willing to step in and work anywhere she is needed Among her various activ- ities, the one she likes best is Glee Club. Every Wednesday night, when the clock strikes seven, Mimi is there. Having shone in two years of shorthand, her ambition is to become a stenographer. ELIZABETH ANNE SIMONDS Liz “7 get up early so I can see Don, er dawn, every day.” Band 1, 2, 3, Pres. 4; All-Vt. Music Festival 1, 2, 3, 4; All-New England 4; Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4; Sp. Glee Club 1, 2, 3, Sec. 4; Latin Club 2, 3; Girls’ State 3; Football Formal 3; Senior Hop 3; Junior Prom 3; “Balcony Scene” 4; “Eve of St. Mark” 4; Monitor 4; Xmas Play 4. Liz is the girl who is 4' 11 % tall. Oh! pardon us, almost 5'. Besides her many activities, she always seems to find time to be with a Senior from Westminster. She has been having a difficult time explaining to Mr. Sprague how to teach Modern History. In case she doesn’t like his method, you’re apt to hear, “Mr. Sprague, this is horrible.” With her lovely soprano voice and winning smile, she has made every- DEBORAH LOUISE SMITH “ Her eyes how they twinkle, her dimples how merry.” Home Ec. Club Sec. 1; Sp. Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Softball I, 2, 3, 4; J. V. Cheerleader 2, Varsity 3, Captain 4; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; School State Treas. 3; Jr. Rotarian 4; J. H. Tournament 4; All-Vt. Music Festival 4; Freshman Reception 4; Monitor 4. “Why must I be quiet when there are things to be said?” That’s our Debbie. Although she once had difficulty spelling “BELLOWS FALLS,” nevertheless she is our number one cheerleader. Debbie seems to be completely confused trying to keep her dates straight. Excuses for getting the Buick comes easy for her, and she even has one when she runs out of gas,—the gas gauge didn’t work! As for the future, Deb deserves the best, and her determination will give it to her. JAMES CLINTON STEARNS Jim “Big things come in big packages.” Football 4. One of the most rugged members of our class, Jim is one of the Big Three who successfully invaded our ranks from the V. A. Campus. He was the last to arrive, but lost no time in making his presence felt, literally, on the gridiron. It is rumored that he takes up his long, dull evenings, im- proving his stamp collection. He has found a simple solution to his love life, settling his affections on just one girl. 22 one her friend. I I THE SAMPLER JANE KATHERINE STICKNEY Jane “Such popularity must be deserved.” S. A. B. 1, 2, 3, Treas. 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Latin Club Treas. 2, 3; Home Room Pres. 3; Play Nite 3; Girls’ State 3; Librarian 3; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; School State 'I Lt. Governor 3; Spot. Club 3, 4; Jr. Rotarian 3, 4; Softball t Manager 3, 4; A. A. Sec. 4; J. H. Tournament 4; Monitor 4. Never an activity or event takes place that this cute brunette from Pleasant Valley isn’t in. Always so good- natured and friendly, she’s proven herself one of the out- standing members of the class. She has been one of Mrs. Jones’ mainstays and we know she’ll leave a gap in the var- sity teams. How does she manage to get the family car so often? She’s certainly been a great addition to the S. A. B. every year. This young lady has ability, personality, ambi- tion, responsibility, looks and brains. PAUL JOSEPH SULLIVAN Sully “When angry, count ten. When very angry, scream.” Basketball 1; J. V. Football 1, 2, Varsity 3, 4; J. V. Base- ball 2, Varsity 3, 4; Sp. Glee Club 3; Latin Club 3; Boys’ State 3; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Governor School State 3; “The Eve of St. Mark” 4; Spot. Club 4; Track 4; J. H. Tournament 4; Jr. Rotarian 4; Freshman Reception 4; Football Formal 4. If you want to see Sully, don’t look for him before 8:34 in the morning. Sully did a great job of quarterbacking the football team last fall. As governor of our first school state his principle duty was the leading of the grand march. All kidding aside, his inaugural address was something to be proud of. We know that the lucky college that gets him will appreciate him and his wit as much as we have. RICHARD JOSEPH TALBOT Dick “There is still much to be done in (his life of mine.” Cafeteria 1; Librarian 2; Special Glee Club 2; Christmas Pageant 2, 3. Dick is a good-looking, big-hearted fellow from North Walpole who loves New Hampshire and its girls. Despite the temperament and unpredictability of his ’33 Chevy, he seems to have no trouble getting around his native state to its attractions. One of his big interests is music. RUTH ELEANOR TENNEY Ruthie “Love is better than fame.” Special Glee Club 2, 3; Junior Prom 3; Asst. Business Manager Senior Sampler 4; Librarian 4; Football Formal 4. This blue-eyed blonde comes from Saxtons River. She’s never around very long before she pops out a joke. If you’re ever in Saxtons River, drop in and try some of her excellent home cooking. We guarantee you’ll like it. Any of her spare moments are taken up by dancing, swimming, or keeping records at her father’s lumber mill. As far as we know, her future is all set. 23 THE SAMPLER ROBERT WILLIAM THURSTON Bob I’m not arguing with you—I’m telling you.” Science Club 1; Spot. Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Hi! Schooler 1, 2, 3; Home Room Vice-Pres. 1, 2, 3; Class Vice-Pres. 2; Latin Club 3, Pres. 4; Art Exhibit 3; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Librarian 3; Play Nite 3: Band 3, 4; Jr. Rotarian 3 4; Curtis Drive Mgr. 3, 4; Mgr’s Award 4; “Balcony Scene” 4; “Eve of St. Mark” 4; Bus. Mgr. Senior Sampler 4; Monitor 4; Football Formal 4; Fresh. Reception 4;. Basketball Mgr. 4. Bob, who plans to enter Castleton Teachers’ College this fall, will always be remembered as the lad who could always find at least two books and seven clippings to back up his arguments. If you attended any of the football games and heard the clang of the cymbals, or saw thfe aging husband in “Balcony Scene”, that was Bob. Another of his accomplish- ments was the management of two Curtis Drives. He will go far in reaching his goal, the ministry. FRANCES LUCY TOLARO Franme “She speaketh not, and yet there lies a conversation in her eyes.” Orchestra 1; Special Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Christmas Pageant 2, 3, 4; All-New England Music Festival 4; Football Formal 4. Frannie’s spontaneous laughter and cheerful manner have made her a host of friends. Her main talent is music. Church organs really sit up and take notice when she comes around, and she is a top alto in the Glee Club. A lot of the girls envy her for her naturally curly hair. It’s almost a shame to cover it with a nurse’s cap. MARION McCORMICK WELCH “She looks quiet, hut look again.” Softball 1; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; Monitor 3, Sec. 4; Office Assistant 3, 4; Football Formal 4; Senior Sampler 4; Spot. Club 4. One of the top guards on Mrs. Jones’ basketball team, Mamie is also the life of the out-of-town trips. Remember St. Albans? Besides basketball she gets her exercise walking back and forth to Gageville. With her bright eyes and top commercial marks, she won’t have to look far for jobs; they will look for her. She will make a wonderful secretary for some lucky company. Mamie DOLORES ETHEL WETTACH Dolores “The hand that made you good, hath made you fair.” Freshman Award 1; Home Room S. A. B. Representative 2; Junior Prom 3; J. V. Basketball 3; Office Asst. 3; Latin Club 3; Jr. Rotarian 4; Monitor 4; Spot. Club 4; “Thank You Doctor, Prize Play, “Eve of St. Mark” 4; Model U.N. Delegate 4. Tall, dark, graceful, our Westminster beauty, Dolores. Mink is no rarity for this girl, who sees more of it every day than most of us do in a year. One of her cheery hello’s, plus the dazzling smile that goes with it, get any day off to a good start. She exercises herself, or at least the horses, by horse- back riding. Her acting, first as a society woman and then as a Philippino nurse, won’t be forgotten for a long time. 24 THE SAMPLER KENNETH GEORGE WOOD Kenny “None but himself can be his parallel. Home Room Vice-Pres. 1; Hi! Schooler, 1, 2, 3; Home Room Treas. 2; Tennis 2, 3, 4; Junior Prom 3; Senior Hop 3; “Ghost Story’’ 3; J. V. Football 3; Monitor 3, 4; Spot. Club 3, 4; Fresh. Reception 4; J. H. Tourn. 4; Football Formal 4; Senior Sampler 4; “Thank You Doctor”, Prize Play 4; “Eve of St. Mark” 4; Track 4; Sp. Glee Club 4; Xmas Pageant 4; Operetta 4. Take a guy a good six feet tall, with sandy brown hair and brown eyes. Then add a pleasing personality and a swell sense of humor. Shake this well with the ability to get along with girls and you have Ken Wood. The fellow is never without a witty remark or a bit of satire. He is one of the few kids in the class who supplies originality for class projects. Early this year he was appointed to Annapolis. DOROTHY JANE ZENO Dotty “The tocsin of the soul—the dinner bell.” Home Room Sec. 1; Cafeteria 1; Softball 2; Librarian 2; “The Pot Boiler”, Prize Play, 2; Home Ec. Club 2; J. V. Cheerleader 2; Sp. Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Xmas Pageant 2, 3, 4; Spot. Club 2, 3, 4; Hi! Schooler 2. 3, 4; Monitor 3, 4; Senior Hop 3; Junior Prom 3; “The Ghost Story” 3; “Balcony Scene” 4; Freshman Reception 4; Office Asst. 4; Senior Sampler 4. Dottie is the cheerful, friendly girl who keeps everyone happy at once. She has been a great help to the Spotlight Club with her talented acting, especially in “The Pot Boiler.” Besides acting, she plays the piano, and what rhythm she has! Did you know that Dottie has a great taient for tap-dancing? Just watch her do the Charleston, too. If anyone is giving a party, she is sure to be there, with her appetite. Don’t judge her value by her size; she’s really great. IN WASTE PLACES (Apologies to J. Stephens) As an idiot child I go Through my Finals, sore afraid; I hold my pencil tight, although I’m nearly frightened daid. An unknown answer crouches there. How piteous my plight! It chortles from its hidden lair; My brain’s eternal Night! On, on I flee; in vain, I run. Another springs at me! It knocks me down—I’m really done! How stupid can I be? I stagger on; I reel, I fall, A shattered, bloody mess. Finals, triumphant over all, Your power I confess. 25 3n itlcmorium gforicnttc Hpntf) April 5, 1934 February 28, 1950 TO ADRIENNE I dreamed a dream of a sky so blue The breeze, the sun, and lovely you Gaily wandering over meadows green, With laughing eyes, a face serene, Picking flowers by the way, Skipping along like a child in May, Joyful of simple things at hand, Thankful for God’s gifts, few mortals understand. So full of fun, so happy and so gay, In this, just one more day of play, That you failed to see the frightened flying larks, Or notice the clouds turn from light to dark; Then when you did, you ran and ran until— The flowers fell, and all was still. 27 r L ASS NQTfi 8lES BEST NATORfD 66 + l l 0ssT pANcef? ( 0oy) Lf x iST ooy • Class shi k CLASS HicHTHAl K '-A7l£n-r 28 pesT crott a«d Wnriej-r guy 0,T'r L� ' m ve Poy rrrf ss vrmr-arr r'tl S Mfl JfT£SV 29 THE SAMPLER CLASS HISTORY In September, 1948 B.F.H.S. was filled with its usual number of eager, young, foolish Freshmen. We gave the old place a run for its money, getting lost in the halls, running into Latin III classes, making the monitors scream to be taken away to a nice, quiet asylum, looking down on the Junior High and up at the Seniors. “We’ll never be Seniors,” we told each other, with far-away looks in our eyes. Despite ourselves, though, we’ve lasted for four years and are on the way out. In this little history, we’ll try to tell how we got there and what we did on the way, to inform the heathen (anyone not in the Class of ’52) about us and to refresh our own memories. Before we could do anything, we needed officers, so, with our usual clear-headedness and sound judgment, we elected Bob Park President, Helen Hollar Vice president, Tombc Curtin Treasurer, and Joanne May Secretary. Jane Stickney and Betty Longueil carried our banner in the S.A.B. We showed up for our Freshman Reception with green clothes and name cards, not knowing just what to expect. Among other things, the Seniors put us through a quiz show, which showed Peggy Shaughnessy to be our only genuine quiz kid. You’ll find this hard to believe, but the Seniors had to use threats of physical violence to make us dance. We made the first addition to cur treasury after our Christmas Party, headed by Roland Lyford. In the spring, on Friday the 13th, Bob Thurston directed the original Superstition Dance. Our first letter winner was Jim Perkins, who played the first of his four years of varsity football. The S.A.B. Freshman Award went to Dolores Wettach. We had five songsters in the Glee Club. Spring came, and with it thoughts of summer, calling us from our hard chairs and dusty blackboards to the open air. At last we got by our finals and were free for three months. When the time came, though, most of us were glad to get back. After all, we were Sophomores now and knew the value of education. Our officers were President Bob Cowan, Vice-President Bob Thurston, Secretary Helen Hollar, Treasurer Ken Potter, and S.A.B. Representatives Jane Stickney and Helen Hollar. Things moved a little faster this year. We kept up our reputation for original- ity with the Mystery Dance, under the direction of Liz Simonds, and the Sophomore Splash, held, appropriately enough, on a night that it poured rain. The black-robed Mystery Man who stalked around the dance floor was Ken Potter, and the beguiling Mystery Voice belonged to Frances Narkiewicz. Dotty Zeno and Larry Bragg, in the Prize Play, and Roily Lyford strutted the stage at Play Nite. Joanne May was the only majorette from our class. Liz Simonds and Bob Park repre- sented us in the All-State Band. The Hi! Schooler’s writing award went to Roily Lyford. In the Latin Club, Jane Stickney was treasurer and Francis Narkiewicz Secretary. Jim Perkins was a three- letter man in sports. Four girls received medals for girls’ sports. Many other kids played on J. V, squads, getting experience for future years. In the spring, our class rings came, and, even though some of them didn’t stay with us too long, they told the world that we were the Class of ’52. The next year we were Juniors and upperclass- men, full of knowledge (we thought), and ready to do great things. To lead us forward, we chose Bob Cowan President, Larry Bragg Vice-president, Helen Hollar Secretary, Dave Brandon Treasurer, and Helen Hollar, Jane Stickney, Bob Cowan, and Bob Park to represent us on the S.A.B. We had many irons in many fires that year. Our first two formals, the Junior Prom, with its fairyland Cin- derella theme, and the Senior Hop, went off with- out a hitch. When the girls thought that the next open date was too soon to have a dance, the boys banded together as the Happy Hoboes Association and transferred the gym into a hobo jungle for the Jolly Juniors’ Jubilee. Four of the class were in the cast of the Prize Play, which won the district play contest and was narrowly nosed out of the State Contest. Bill Kinsley, ably assisted, aided and abetted by Roily Lyford, edited the Hi! Schooler. Paul Sullivan became Governor of our first School State. Six of us took part in the Christ- mas Cantata. The Class of ’52 sent the usual representation of six boys and four girls to learn inside politics first-hand at Boys’ and Girls’ States. During the spring, those of us who were in Miss Hagan’s English class, plus some others, went to Boston and Concord to see the first literary and political shrines of New England. At the Awards Assembly, Bob Park got the scholarship medal with thirty-nine A’s out of a possible forty. Jo May won the interclass tennis tournament and Patty Lovell got the writing medal. Seventeen beys were letter winners this year, and nine girls. Urging them on were our cheerleaders, led by Debbie Smith and Pat Lovell. When we moved up to the Senior seats on Class Day, we felt that the beginning of the end was at hand. At last, in 1951, we were Seniors. Our goal, un- dreamed of a few months before, had rushed upon us before we knew it. We felt that graduation, instead of being far off in the nebulous future, was actually going to happen, and in only nine short months. So busy have we been that those nine months have gone like a snap of the fingers, leaving us with memories of hectic rushing and scrambling to get things done on time. Our ‘‘Ship of State” was bigger now than it had ever been, but Bob Cowan, for the third year in a row, guided it skill- fully through all rocky waters and shallows. Bender Reynolds, as vice-president, pulled a strong oar where one was needed. Dave Brandon again had the trying job of attempting to drag our class dues out of us. Helen Hollar worked like a Trojan, answering our mail, selling announcements, per- forming superbly all the duties of a secretary. Never too busy to lend a hand, she thoroughly deserves the D.A.R. Award for service to class and 30 THE SAMPLER school. Many of us trod the boards at Play Nite. Joe Merino got the best actor award for his un- usual performance of a dead lover. In football, Jim Perkins was voted most valuable player. Running the Curtis Drive for the second time, Bob Thurston pushed it over its high quota for the first time in many years. Roily Lyford, with a fine solo, and Liz Simonds and Patty Lovell, with a lively duet, furnished music for the modern Christmas Story that we had this year. Eddie Harty did a capable job of running the Junior High Tournament. Four boys played varsity basketball this year, and five girls. Captain Dave Brandon guided the Monitors to another successful year. The first operetta in many years, “The Mikado”, saw the services of several seniors. Experienced as we were with dances, our last formal, The Foot- ball Formal, gave us no trouble and ran like a well- oiled watch. In February we presented our play, “The Eve of Saint Mark”, to a large audience. Many of us got a taste in this play of what our future job is likely to be. Now we’re saying good-bye to our four year “home-away-from-home”, and starting out. No one but God knows where we’ll end up. We’d like to leave a word of thanks to all our teachers, es- pecially Mr. Osborn, who, despite his illness, has guided us well over our rough spots. We hope that this history has given you heathen a better idea of what we’ve done and have tried to do, and that your memories of us aren’t all unpleasant. CLASS PROPHECY Professor Robert Park, Ph.D.—minus— let lose a shout of triumph. At last, after thirty long years of experimentation, his invention was completed. He gazed lovingly at the mechanical monstrosity which confronted him, and gently stroked the knobs and levers that protruded from it. “Nothing can be a secret anymore,” he said aloud, to no one in particular, for he was quite alone. “With this machine, I can be everywhere in the world without leaving this laboratory”. Professor Park looked around the laboratory. His gaze came to rest upon the calendar which proclaimed the date to be June 11, 1982. Why, that’s it,” he mused. “I’ll make my test run by seeing what’s happening to my old classmates on the thirtieth anniversary of our graduation from Bellows Falls High School”. He pressed the required levers and the north wall of his magnificent laboratory slid aside to reveal a tremendous viewing screen. The screen lit up, faded, and then the images appeared: The street looks familiar. Why? It is the square in Bellows Falls. There appears to be a large political rally. Then the screen shows a banner reading: “Elect Cowan for President.” Bob never learned his lesson; he is still campaigning! The stores are still there, but the names are changed. There is Prior’s Emporium, formerly J. J. New- bury’s, where, as a student, Stan worked so hard. Kissell’s Cafe advertises a 50c cup of coffee prices are still going up. Farther up the street is Sileski’s Style Center, where Mimi designs her world- famous fashions. The scene shifts to the spot where the old Drive- In used to be. The lot has been converted to a stock-car track. A hideous, multi-colored wreck whizzes over the finish line and out steps Larry Bragg. Second and third places go to a pair of old classmates, Dick Talbot and Bob Greenough. The screen fades for an instant, then comes to rest on the U. S. Senate, where Joe Marino is facing the Thurston Committee in defense of his multi-million dollar gambling syndicate. Bob is a government statistician, who has put his clippings of many years to good use. The headlines on a newspaper shriek “SEVERENS SHOCKS COUNTRY WITH HIS NEW REPORT. It seems he had taken up where Kinsley left off. A closer look at the paper shows that it is one of the Kinsley pub- lications, which has the largest circulation in the country. The scene is sunny Italy, high in a mountain-top monastery. Don Angell and Don Jeannotte are jumping up and down in a huge wine vat, crushing grapes. Their presence there is not clear. It may have been to get away from it all, or to sample the products of their present labor. Not far away is the historical sight of the Leaning Tower of Pisa, and leaning against the Leaning Tower, at approxi- mately the same angle, is that former financier, but now only a broke broker, Jim Stearns, won- dering where his next unemployment check is coming from. Suddenly the river Nile, in far-away Egypt, appears. Beside another of the Seven Wonders, the Sphinx, stands a Snack Shack operated by Ginny Dowlin and Kay Moore. They got so used to selling cokes together at the school dances that they decided to make a killing selling them to tourists at this historic sight. The strains of an oriental ballad fill the air and, there, in the middle of a harem of beautiful girls, sits Carl Black, stoically snoozing, completely impervious to the bevy of beauties surrounding him. The next vision shows more familiar country. It pictures a broad U. S. highway. The machine appears to be out of focus, for, tearing down the road, raising a large cloud of dust, is a bluish blur. A stop light looms ahead and, with a screech of 31 THE SAMPLER tearing rubber, the blue becomes distinguishable. It is a twin-bodied, jet-propelled motorcycle mounted by Dick Ashcroft and Howard Haskell, bound for parts unknown. A gas station looms ahead and here they pull in for repairs. It is called “Harlan and Dick’s” and a large sign proudly states, “We Fullam Fuller.” The dilapidated looking building in focus is Flossie’s Flop House and Sea Grille. Inside, Florence is loudly admon- ishing an old sea dog, who underneath his heavy beard looks very much like Ken Wood, to button his flap. A complete change of scenery is beheld now by the rapidly ranging machine. A beautiful farm spreads over the countryside for many miles. Over the fields, in a helicopter, spraying the crops, is Tom Reynolds, gentleman farmer, and his wife, Jane. They call their thousand acres Pleasant Valley. They are discussing their hired man, Jack Rice, who has taken the day off to visit the nation- ally famous agricultural expert, Roger McCoy, a professor at the state university. A sad scene be- falls the viewer. There is no mistaking the locale as that of North Walpole, where a hazardous dilemma has taken place. It seems Frannie Tolaro has passed away and they can find no one to play the organ at her funeral. The sound of a caliope fills the lab, and on the screen a circus is in progress. A closer look reveals it to be Costin’s Caravan. A featured attraction is Daring Dick and Marvelous Marion, the aerial aces. The former Miss Welch is now Mrs. Rumrill, housewife and trapeze artist exclusive. Who, do you suppose, is outside the bigtop, drawing the suckers in? None other than that well-known barker, Skippy, Standing-Room-Only, Jackson. A huge banquet table is laden with delectable palate pleasers. Is it a wedding feast or spread for a convention? No, there is but one chair. A door opens, admitting Dotty Zeno, who sits down to eat her dinner. She still has that appetite. An impressive looking man sits behind a desk piled high with documents. The sign on the door says “Governor of the State of Vermont,” and the executive is none other than the honorable Paul Sullivan, of School-State fame. He is writing a letter to the president of the B M Railroad, Dave Fair. The woman in focus looks like Jane McGuirk. She is being implored to tell a bedtime story to two little boys in sailor suits. A picture on the mantle shows their father in a navy uni- form. On a stand, in the office of Dentine Dave Brandon, painless puller of malignant molars, lies a comic book face down. The advertisement on the back states that the Damon Dynamic Developing Course will make you a new man in thirty days, or you get the entire course and equipment for only half price. The man walking down the street is Ed Harty, super salesman. He has just com- pleted another transaction for the Hotchkiss Home Helpers Company. The ladies are still falling for Eddie’s line. Dick Bernatchy is seen entering the office of Dr. W. J. Martin, Chiropractor. After all these years they are still bending elbows to- gether. Then there was a whir and a flash, and the set blacked out. Professor Park groaned and rose to see the extent of the damage to his precious in- vention. We took leave of him there. CLASS WILL We, the class of nineteen hundred and fifty two, on this, the tenth day of June, the year of Our Lord, one thousand nine hundred and fifty-two, make this our last will and testament. To the next year’s inhabitants of Bastille 11, we leave the headaches, heartaches, humiliations and general hard times that are standard equip- ment for all diploma grabbers. To the Sophomores we leave the class trip. By then you should be able to have one. To the tenderfoot Freshmen we leave our old Biology frogs and perfumed formaldehyde. We leave the next year’s Chemistry students a half gross of clothespins, the purpose of which you will discover later. To Mr. Murphy, our heartfelt thanks for his interested assistance to our Sampler. We also leave Carl Black to any girl who can trap him. Our girls couldn’t. We now have a few rib-digging individual be- quests, which consist of cracks, puns, critical, satirical and derrogatory remarks, and even in- sults, which are given in fun and which we hope will be taken in the same manner. Bob Thurstcn leaves a year’s supply of orange peels to Jerry McArdle, next year’s Varsity Basket- ball manager. Hugh Goldsmith leaves his dancing ability to Tom Bolles. Kay should enjoy that. We would like to leave Marino, but we have to take him with us. Don Jeannotte leaves Springfield fourteen miles from Bellows Falls. Mimi Sileski leaves two feet, of height, that is, to Sylvia Slaght. Stan Prior leaves his position in J. J. Newberry’s to any fellow who can work among that many girls and really work. 32 THE SAMPLER We are taking Joanne May with us because we don’t want to leave her to any up-and-coming young Romeo. Jim Perkins leaves his football equipment to Ed Foley. When Don Nowers leaves, he takes Liz with him. Debbie Smith leaves her ability to stay out of trouble to Peggy Jeannotte. Ken Wood, being Scotch, takes everything he has with him. Dick Severens and Larry Bragg leave their pane of glass to Butch Bemis and Pete Chamberlain to finish the job of driving Miss Brown bats. Bender Reynolds leaves Pleasant Valley, occa- sionally. Frannie Narkiewicz leaves her fine Irish name to Dave Buckley, so he can play football for Notre Dame. Pat Lovell leaves her ever-moving mouth to Ann Lawlor so that she can attract attention. Ken Potter leaves Drewsville every day in the ivinter, by dog team, to get to school. Roily Lyford leaves Paul Clarey with a clear field in music. Jim Stearns leaves his slim waistline to whoever can take the cracks about it as well as he did. Don (they don’t have hats to fit him) Angell leaves his Springfield harem to Joe Sweeney. Rich Bernatchy leaves cue stick number 7 at the billiard academy to Dom Kissell. Bill Kinsley, an established misogamist, leaves his track shoes to Danny Sullivan. Paul (one of the greatest, if not THE) Sullivan leaves his seniority at the local cinema to Jerry Aumand. Bob Park leaves his incredible theories to anyone who wants to sit up late trying to interpret them. Dolores Wettach leaves a few locks of hair to Arlene Davis. Don’t you think she can use them? Helen (my hair is not red, it’s auburn) Hollar leaves her sympathy to next year’s class secretary. We, the class of ’52, hereby authorize this docu- ment as our last legal will and testament. Signed, Class of ’52 NEXT YEAR’S VOW I’m sorry for him Who doesn’t know How fast four years Of high school go. So listen, kids, And start out now To make hard work Your next year’s vow. Joanne FAMOUS LAST WORDS Lives there a man who has not said, “Tomorrow I’ll get out of bed At six o’clock, and get things done Before the setting of the sun.”? Lives there a man who has not said, “Oh, how I hate to leave this bed.”? And then snores on till after eight, And wonders why he slept so late? Stan OUR JANITOR Dan, Dan, our janitor man, Keeps our high school spic and span, Sweeps up the corridors, dusts off the chairs, Polishes the railing on the old front stairs. Never gets ruffled, when we make a mess, Just keeps cleaning—likes to work, I guess. Where could you find, in this or any town, A better-natured janitor than our Dan Brown? Jane 33 THE SAMPLER Wh e y e 3trifs 9 «?- ? ? sfc Ry THE SAMPLER JUNIORS In their next-to-last year of high school, the Juniors have really made the fur fly. Guiding their destinies are the following officers: President, Robert Hartv, Vice-President, Hugh Bemis, Secre- tary Kay Lou Slobodnjak, Treasurer, Mary Reardon, and S.A.B. representatives, Bruce Stewart, Ruth Beals, Hugh Bemis. and Robert Ross. Staying in step with the season, they ran a very successful Halloween Heyday. They were not left out of athletics, either. Joe Barry, Tommy Bolles, Basil Day, Dick Gay, Bob Harty, Ron Rushton, John Sherette, Art Smith, Dougie Wright, Butch Bemis, Peter Chamberlain, Janet Hennessey, Audrey Hinds, Shirley Lamphere, and Laura Walsh testify to their proficiency in that field. Committee chairmen of their successful Junior Prom were Arline Davis, Decoration; Tommy Bolles, Tickets; Ronny Rushton, Clean- up; Joe Sweeney, Advertising; Kay Dickinson, Refreshments. Arlene Davis, Shirley Bacon, Alice Kenyon, and Grace Willard were hostesses. Room 11 will inherit a good bunch of kids. SOPHOMORES This class is known for its ingenuity, such as the very successful Sophomore Auto Party. They also go all-out for sports, the leading athletes being: Dave Buckley, Dick Whitcomb, Reg Hodgkins, Charlie Quinn, Junie Bousquet, Paul Clarey, Louisa Nadolski, Gloria Gay, Betty Fairbrother, and Betty Szuch. This class will be tops with the responsible officers they chose to lead them. President, Paul Clarey; Vice President, David Buckley; Secretary, Carol Parker; Treasurer, Peggy jeannotte; S.A.B. representatives Reginald Hodgkins, and Richard Whitcomb. FRESHMEN The Freshman class has shown great promise this year as a hotbed of future leadership. The officers elected show this quality remarkably well: President, Paul Kelley; Vice-President, Duncan Stewart; Secretary, Mary Tidd; Treasurer, Gail Rushton; S.A.B. representatives, Duncan Stewart and Bradford Haines. They are the first Freshmen to be given a reception of entertainment instead of an initiation, although of course they had their duties to perform during Freshmen Day. Bonnie Buckley, Marilyn Pierce, and Joanne Bushway made J.V. cheerleading. Paul Kelly and Duncan Stewart played J.V. basketball. Most of them are in one cr more activities around the school. JUNIOR HIGH Every Friday morning our youngsters meet in the auditorium for an assembly planned by a student ccrrrrittee chosen by three home-room teachers, Miss Hennessey, Miss Talbert, and Mrs. Quinn. With the able officers elected this year, it is obvious that they will make their mark in the school. Seventh Grade Officers: President, Donald Belden; Secretary, Margaret Collins; Treasurer, Judy Faulkner; S.A.B. representatives, James De- Camp and Lorraine Anne Perkins. 8-A Officers: President, Lloyd Graybar; Vice-President, Bruce Barbieri; Secretary, Betty Ann Goutas; Treasurer, Mary Blood. 8-B Officers: President, Norman Vancor; Vice-President, Fred Waryas; Secretary, Lorraine Fair; Treasurer, Joan Bernatchy. Eighth Grade S.A.B. representatives: Thomas McPhee and Patricia Reney. STUDY HALL The study hall was quiet, Save for scratching of the pen. To concentrate was simple As in a private den. The minutes ticked by slowly Till the time was 10:15, And then a silly lassie Let loose a mighty scream. A book dropped from a desk top And clattered to the floor, And the room became enveloped In a most disturbing roar. Now how can you expect us To carry home straight A’s, If our study time is hampered In such distracting ways? Roily 36 THE SAMPLER 37 JUNIOR HIGJi 38 THE SAMPLER 40 THE SAMPLER STUDENT ADVISORY BOARD The S.A.B. did its usual job this year of solving school problems, arranging entertaining and edu- cational assemblies, and supervising pep rallies. The members also sold cokes at the basketball games. These officers were elected at the first meeting: President, Thomas Reynolds; Vice- President, Hugh Bemis; Secretary, Helen Hollar; Treasurer, Jane Stickney. Out of the S.A.B. this year came the idea of the Seniors selling ice cream in the cafeteria. When the idea was mentioned, the board polled the students and found them in favor of the plan. The S.A.B. then approved it and the Seniors went to work on it. MONITORS Again this year the monitors did their usual fine job of directing traffic and keeping our more lively members under control in the cafeteria. The fate of the transgressor was only woe, for their arm was long and sure. Miss Santamaria successfully kept the monitors under control, assisted by Captain David Brandon, Cafeteria Lieutenant Kenneth Potter, Lieutenants Robert Park and Helen Hollar and Secretary, Marion Welch. THE SPOTLIGHT CLUB This organization, under Miss Brown’s able direction, is the largest in the school, with the ex- ception of the A.A. Its chief function is to present to the school and the town the best in drama. Play-Nite, well received this year by a large audience, consisted of the following three plays: “Jubie”, “Balcony Scene”, a comedy of youth, and “Thank You Doctor”, a slapstick but clever farce, the Prize Play of the evening. The following offi- cers were elected at the first meeting: President, Joseph Merino; Vice-President, Robert Park; Secretary and Treasurer, Joanne May. HI! SCHOOLER Under the leadership of Editor Arlene Davis and Assistant Editor Kay Lou Slobodnjak, with the much-needed advice and assistance of Miss Hagan, the staff of the Hi! Schooler has turned out four editions. The magazine covered the news on all fronts as well as offering poems, essays, and stories by students. It took on a very welcome bit of sparkling color this year, thanks to the new electric memeograph. Its issues will remind us well of days spent in B.F.H.S. SCIENCE CLUB Operating under Mr. Curran’s guidance, the Science Club has succeeded in making science in- teresting to its members and giving them a lot of extra knowledge about the subject. President Lloyd Graybar, Secretary Betty Goutas and Treasurer Mary Blood steered the club along its course to raise money. They successfully promoted the Color Carnival, with square dancing as an added attraction. A PROBLEM Two gals, A and B; One formal, and me. If I ask B, then A’ll Wail. If I ask A, think how B’ll Feel. I can’t date two; What’ll I do? Bob In English class, our Don and Bill, Feeling blithe and gay one day, Spilled a bottle of ammonia Trying to spirit Miss Brown away. Dotty 41 THE SAMPLER LATIN CLUB The Latin Club, open to anyone who is taking or has taken two years of Latin, has been espe- cially active this year, holding a Valentine’s Day supper as well as a Roman Banquet complete with toga and sacrifice to the Gods. The officers who have assisted Miss Wilcox in carrying out the club’s activities are: Robert Thurston, President; Peter Chamberlain, Vice President; Joanne Cheever, Secretary; Mary Reardon, Treasurer; and Paul Clarey, Chairman of the Executive Board. The main entertainment at the Valentine’s Day supper was the reading of famous old Roman love stories by the members. Mr. and Mrs. Witt, Mrs. Chellis, and Miss Andreae were guests of honor at the Roman Banquet. Mr. Cottle, pastor of the United Church, spoke about his travels and showed slides of the places he visited. SCHOOL STATE On February 6, students from the Modern His- tory class went into each homeroom to explain the details of the School State elections. The following Wednesday, town meetings were held in each homeroom. At this time, town officials were elected. The primary election took place on March 5. This election determined those who ran in the General Elections of March 27. Two days before General Elections an assembly was held to give candidates for state offices a chance to present campaign speeches. Those running for state offices on the Nationalist ticket were: Robert Ross for Governor; Clare Parker, Lieut. Governor; James Capron, Secretary of State; Katherine Dickinson, State Treasurer; Paul Hague, Auditor of Accounts; Paul Kelly, Attorney General. Those running for state offices on the Federalist ticket were: Robert Harty for Governor; Thomas Bolles, Lieut. Gov- ernor; Kay Lou Slobodnjak, Secretary of State; Georgette Belisle, State Treasurer; Shirley Lam- phere, Auditor of Accounts; Clark Hopewell, Attorney General. Those elected to office by the student vote on March 28 were: Robert Ross for Governor; Clare Parker, Lieut. Governor; Kay Lou Slobnodnjak, Secretary of State; Katherine Dickinson, State Treasurer; Shirley Lamphere, Auditor of Accounts; Clark Hopewell, Attorney General. The School State concluded with the Inaugural Assembly and the Governor’s Ball on April 4. The ball was held in the gym in the evening. LIBRARIANS The main job of the librarians is to check the books that students take out of the library during study halls and to keep the book shelves in good shape. Laura Walsh, Ruth Tenney, Helen Pencek, Patty Lovell, Carolyn Nies, Peggy Jeannotte, Isabel Bushway, Betty Fairbrother, Betty Blake, and John Hogan did the work this year. Credit should be given them, for theirs is one of the un- sung jobs that keep the school running smoothly and conveniently for all. CURTIS DRIVE On Monday, November 12, a representative from the Curtis Company started our annual Curtis Drive at an assembly of the seventh, eighth and ninth grades. The drive ran for twelve days and exceeded its high quota by sixty dollars. Robert Thurston was student manager of the drive. The top salesmen, in order, were: Patricia Kinsley with a record sale of over $160; Dudley Bickford, Frank Bolles, Joan Bernatchy, and Beverly Parker. The Freshmen edged out the Junior High in the class contest. Rooms 5 and 15 were the first to meet their quotas. The money received from this drive will be used for school equipment. CLASS MELODIES Jane Stickney— How You Goin’ to Keep ‘Em Down on the Farm?” Bender Reynolds—“Freckles” Dave Fair—“I’ve Been Workin’ on the Railroad” Don Angell—“Show Me the Way to Go Home” Mimi Sileski—“Baby Doll” Don Jeannotte—“Wheel of Fortune” Joe Marino- “Anything You Can Do, I Can Do Better” Dotty Zeno—“Life Upon the Wicked Stage” Bill Kinsley—“Without a Song” Paul Sullivan—“When Irish Eyes Are Smiling” Frannie Tolaro—“The Lost Chord” Bob Park—“How High the Moon” Howard Haskell—“On Top of Old Smokey” Ken Wood—“Anchors Aweigh” 42 THE SAMPLER SPOTLIGHT CLUB 43 THE SAMPLER THE FRESHMAN RECEPTION This year the Senior Class again welcomed the Freshmen to our school, on September 27. There was, however, a new and happier twist to the pro- gram for the Freshmen. The Seniors gave a talent show, which replaced the old initiation ceremonies. The Talent Show had a variety of skits, songs, jokes, and dancing acts. The show was as much fun for the Seniors as the Freshmen; it was fol- lowed by dances and refreshments were served. The Seniors certainly came through with a suc- cessful, unique, and thoroughly enjoyable re- ception. JUNIOR HALLOWEEN HEYDAY The Junior Halloween Heyday, sponsored by the Junior Class on Octcber 26 in the gym, drew a record-breaking crowd of two hundred and twenty- five students. Square dances, to the music of Pat Millet, Gail RusLton, and Bob Park, were called by Georgette Belisle and Roger Miller. The Swing Band provided its usual excellently played music for dancing. SOPHOMORE AUTO PARTY v November 2 was the big night for the Sophomore Auto Party. No Parking signs, a red light in the center of the gym, and a filling station, alias the coke booth, were the attractive decorations. Music was by the Swing Band with Georgette Belisle calling square dances. A 1951 fire-engine- red Cadillac was given as a door prize. Congratu- lations to the Sophomores for their ingenious idea. THE 8-BALL DANCE The 8-Ball Dance, on January 11, was put on by one of our Junior High classes, 8-A. The decora- tions, suggesting Christmas, were a pole in the middle of the floor with red and green streamers twined around it and red and green streamers stretching from the pole to the backboards. Silver tinsel was scattered everywhere. Refreshments were coke ’n cakes ’n cookies in animal shapes. The dance was enjoyed mostly by Junior High and George St. students. The chaperons were Miss Andreae, Miss Hunt, Miss Talbert, Mr. Curran, Mr. Holland, and Mr. and Mrs. Quinn. THE FOOTBALL FORMAL Friday, November 16, the annual Footbal; Formal, sponsored by the Senior Class, was held in the gymnasium. The Yacht Club Orchestra, oi Claremont, aided and abetted by our own Mr Martin on the trumpet, furnished the music for the fifty couples who attended. Chaperons in- cluded: Dr. and Mrs. Butler, Mr. and Mrs. Witt, Mr. and Mrs. McCarthy, Mr. and Mrs. Sanders. Mr. and Mrs. Hadley, Mr. and Mrs. Sprague, Mr! and Mrs. Toomey, Mr. and Mrs. Reynolds and Mr. and Mrs. Perkins. Murals of the cheerleaders and the football team adorned the bleachers, and soft lighting was produced by colored bulbs strung around the dance floor. A bouquet of roses to Virginia Dowlin and her helpers for this touch. Guests from out of town were: Judy Holmes, from Ludlow, with Bob Cowan, Shirley Dashner, Gladys Lipnici, and Barbara Clark, all from Springfield, with Dave Buckley, Jim Perkins and Dick Fair- brother respectively. Something new marked this year’s football Formal, in the person of Basil Day, who sported a plaster cast, the result of the Spring- field game. JUNIOR PROM The Juniors’ first formal was a complete success. They presented the annual Junior Prom on April 26 to the music of Alan Kendall and his orchestra, which, according to many dancers, rates a return performance. President Bob Harty and his com- mittees ran the affair smoothly. Arline Davis and her decorating crew gave the gym an authentic Parisian atmosphere. The waiters even spoke French to add to the atmosphere. It’s a good thing that there was a small selection from which to order or several cases of indigestion probably would have resulted. Tom Bolles ran the ticket com- mittee, Joe Sweeney headed the advertising, and Kay Dickinson handled the refreshments. SENIOR HOP To honor the graduating Seniors, the Juniors presented the Senior Hop on June 6. The decora- tions were on the happy theme of spring in the country. Colored lights scattered around the dance floor produced the soft lighting. The many couples who attended this formal, especially the Seniors, enjoyed it thoroughly. 44 THE SAMPLER SENIOR PLAY We, the Seniors, presented a two-act play by Maxwell Anderson, “The Eve of St. Mark,” on February 13 and 14. The eleven scenes concerned Quizz West, Bob Park, a young farm-lad, off to war. In the first scene, we met Janet Feller, Quizz’s sweetheart, played by Joanne May; Deckman West, father, Kenneth Potter; Nell, mother, Virginia Dowlin; Zip and Neil, brothers, Paul Sullivan and Kenneth Wood; Ralph West, brother of Deck- man, William Martin; Cy, the typical farmhand, well portrayed by Howard Haskell. Next we saw Quizz at Fort Grace. As the curtain opened, Privates Mulveroy and Shevlin, Dick Severens and Roland Lyford, and Corporal Tate, Joseph Marino, were seen in the midst of a crap game. As the scene progressed, we became acquainted with Private Francis Marion, the southern aristocrat of the group, David Brandon, and Private Glinka, Robert Thurston. Sergeants Ruby and Kriven, Thomas Reynolds and Larry Bragg, came onto the scene as Mulveroy was mimicking Ruby in an inspection. The blustery, red-faced sergeant was played to the hilt by Reynolds. The scene shifted to a restaurant in an army town. After Severens and Thurston had exited “to look at the stars” with Flash, Audrey Hotchkiss, and Dimples, Irene Jackman, Lil and Sal Bird, Patience Lovell and Elizabeth Simonds commenced to flirt with Dave and Bob. A bouquet of roses to Florence Blanchard who portrayed the poker-faced, flat-footed waitress of this scene. After several visits to Nell’s kitchen, we found the boys in the thick of the fighting, on an island in the Phillipines. Dolores Wettach played Pepita, a native girl, who had remained on the island to nurse the soldiers. The recorded sound effects, employed during the battle scenes, were useful in extending to the audience the terror which gripped each man as the enemy advanced. Three cheers to the players for successfully presenting such a difficult play. The class of ’52 has reason to be proud. 45 THE SAMPLER BAND GLEE CLUB 46 THE SAMPLER SPECIAL GLEE CLUB Under Miss Bedell’s excellent supervision, the Special Glee Club presented its first performance of the year, “Home for Christmas.” This was different from most of our programs in that it was especially written by Miss Brown and Miss Bedell. It also starred a faculty member, Miss Hagan, as Grandmother. Louisa Nadolski, Lawrence Crosby and Roland Lyford sang solos, while Patty Lovell and Liz Simonds collaborated for a number. This year the Rotary presented the Special Glee Club with forty-five choir robes, which were proudly worn for the first time at the Easter performance of Gounod’s St. Cecilia Mass. With the music classes, the Special Glee Club performed “The Mikado”, a farcial operetta by Gilbert and Sulli- van. The students, Miss Brown and Miss Bedell deserve congratulations for their fine work. JUNIOR HIGH GLEE CLUB Under the very competent direction of Miss Bedell, the Junior High Glee Club has met regu- larly on Tuesdays, after school, and has worked very industriously. Not long ago, the club showed the result of its hard work by doing an excellent job of group singing at the concert given by the band and orchestra. BAND Marching along the street, or playing in the auditorium, the band under Mr. Martin’s direction has done its part in keeping up our school spirit. Early in the year the members elected the following officers: Elizabeth Simonds, President; Paul Clarey, Vice-President; Mary Chesley, Treasurer; Patricia Millette, Secretary. It played at the foot- ball games and some of the basketball games. One of its activities was an exchange concert with the Charlestown Band. It also had an assembly of its own and held up its end of the Spring Concert. ORCHESTRA Under Mr. Martin’s direction, the orchestra has done its part in lending color to our school activ- ities. It played between the acts at both Play Nite and the Senior Play. A concert shortly before Christmas was another part of its program. It was represented at the Tri-Town concert in Brattle- boro, April 26, by a sizeable delegation and took its part in the Spring Concert. SWING BAND Well known to nearly everyone, the Swing Band plays its rhythmic music for all our informal dances. Besides lulling dancers off to dreams with their waltzes, they can really raise the roof with sprightly square dances and polkas. The new stands give the band a real professional appear- ance. With their two vocalists, Ann Blake and Kenneth Potter, they played for the Spring Concert. VERMONT MUSIC FESTIVAL On May 8-10, several musicians from B.F.H.S. attended the 25th annual Vermont Music Festival. Each of our musical organizations was represented, with the band sending the largest delegation. Each group, band, orchestra and chorus, after intensive rehearsals, gave a program and combined for the finale. Highlight of the program was Gounod’s St. Cecilia Mass. ALL-NEW ENGLAND MUSIC FESTIVAL Paul Clarey, Barbara Willard and Elizabeth Simonds for the band, Thomas Bolles for the orchestra, and Robert Park, Roland Lyford, Frances Tolaro, Virginia Dowlin and Hugh Gold- smith for the chorus attended the annual New England Music Festival, held this year in New Britain, Connecticut, March 5-8. Miss Bedell and Mr. Martin accompanied the group. All had a fine time, playing singing and getting acquainted. JUST IMAGINE Jane Stickney not liked Joanne May a wallflower Helen Hollar idle Bob Thurston playing pro football Don Angell teaching school Dick Severens playing Frankenstein Patty Lovell quiet Bob Park puzzled Jim Stearns skinny Ken Potter walking Skip Jackson running a casino Dottie Bragg flunking Debbie Smith shy Joe Marino serious Dick Ashcroft dancing the Charleston Dave Brandon flustered 47 THE SAMPLER SWING BAND ORCHESTRA 48 THE SAMPLER ASSEMBLIES AWARDS ASSEMBLY—1951 To start the 1951 Awards Assembly, William O’Connor presented Mr. Hadley, Mr. Sprague, and Mr. McCarthy with gifts from the boy athletes, and Ann Hawks gave one to Mrs. Jones for the girls. A steady stream of award-winners then fol- lowed each other across the stage for the rest of the assembly. Scholarship Award: Robert Park; Individual Music Awards: Vocal—James Harty, Band— Bruce Corwin, Orchestra—Barbara Wilcox; Stu- dent Council Medal: William O’Connor; Home Economics Award: Ann Hawks; Best Girl Athlete: Ann Hawks; Vocational Arts Award: Eugene Fon- taine; Best Boy Athlete: Eugene Fontaine; Bad- minton Award: Ann Hawks (Ann won last year; Helen Hollar, runner-up, got the medal); Inter- class Tennis: Joanne May; Dramatics: Best Acting —Colleen Shufeldt, Properties and Stage Work— Ann Hawks; Art Award: Barbara Simonds; Becker College Key: Lois Friehofer; Commercial Award: Claire Baldasaro; Journalism: Excellence in Writ- ing-Patience Lovell; Help to Hi! Schooler, Arline Davis; Four-year Math Award: Betty Jane Grout; Two-year Math Award: Thomas Bolles; Bausch- Lomb Science Award: Gerald Hogan; History Award: William Kinsley; Junior High Good Citi- zenship (Boy): Bradford Haines, (Girl): Mary Chesley. MONITORS Oscar: Captain Florence Yates; Gold Medals: Lieutenants James Harty and Patricia Stack, Secretary Ann Hawks; Green-Go Id Medals: Regular Monitors Claire Baldasaro, Barbara Bullock, Nancy Gay, Richard Halladay, Gerald Hogan, Jane Hopewell, David Lawlor, Frances Lorange, Barbara McGuirk, Dwinell Moulton, Dorothy O’Connor, Allan Randall, Regena Rushton, Mary Ellen Slobodnjak, Lawrence Switzer, Barbara Wil- cox, Lois Wood Bronze Medals: Substitutes Sylvia Chesley, Merrylin DeRose, Anna Knight, Dorothy Newcity, Edward License, Constance Mac- Cartney, Patricia Rumill, Jeanne Porter, Coleen Shufeldt, Richard Williams. BOYS’ SPORTS Senior Banners for Varsity Sports: Raymond Au- mand, John Coffey, Stanley Dubriske, George McMennamin, Alphonse Bousquet, Anthony Ponessa, Walter Tarbell, Edmund Rock, Eugene Fontaine, William O’Connor, Frank Fairbrother, George Kenney, Philip Gould, Richard Halladay. football: William O’Connor, Thomas Reynolds, James Perkins, Edmund Rock, Richard Halladay, Raymond Aumand, Frank Fairbrother, Alphonse Bousquet, Hugh Goldsmith, George McMen- namin, Eugene Fontaine, Donald Nowers, David Buckley, Robert Cowan, Thomas Bolles, Arthur Smith, John Sherette, John Rice, David Fair, John Coffey. Tennis: Donald Angell, Thomas Bolles, William Kinsley, Kenneth Potter, Thomas Rey- nolds, Kenneth Wood, Richard Damon. Basket- ball: George McMennamin, Richard Halladay, George Kenney, Eugene Fontaine, Stanley Du- briske, Anthony Ponessa, Donald Angell, Basil Day, Richard Whitcomb, Thomas Reynolds, Hugh Bemis, Reginald Hodgkins, John Coffey. Track: William Kinsley, Thomas Bolles, James Perkins, Philip Gould, Richard Bragg, Basil Day, David Buckley, Joseph Barry, Hugh Goldsmith, Thomas Reynolds, Robert Park. Baseball: Donald Angell, John Aylward, Hugh Bemis, Peter Chamberlain, Basil Day, Stanley Dubriske, Eugene Fontaine, Hugh Goldsmith, Reginald Hodgkins, Donald Jeannotte, George Kenney, George McMennamin, James Perkins, John Rice, Ronald Rushton, Paul Sullivan, Roland Lyford. GIRLS’ SPORTS Senior Banners for Varsity Sports and Cheerleading: Ann Hawks, Regena Rushton, Judith Merrifield, Barbara McGuirk, Dorothy O’Connor, Patricia Stack, Lois W’ood, Florence Yates, Jane Hopewell, Merrylin DeRcse, Joan Etter, Margaret Crotty, Anna Knight. Basketball: Ann Hawks, Regena Rushton, Judith Merrifield, Marion Welch, Bar- bara McGuirk, Dorothy O’Connor, Jane Stickney, Jane McGuirk, Patricia Stack, Winifred Golding, Helen Hollar, Lois Wood, Florence Yates, Mar- garet Shaughnessy. Softball: Ann Hawks, Helen Hollar, Dorothy Bragg, Alice Kenyon, Shirley Lamphere, Regena Rushton, Ruth Beals, Merrylin DeRose, Winifred Golding, Jane Hopewell, De- borah Smith, Joan Etter, Joanne May, Edith Parrot, Frances Byrnes, Betty Fairbrother, Audrey Hotchkiss, Betty Szuch, Georgette Belisle. Tennis: Ann Hawks, Joanne May, Dorothy O’Connor, Helen Hollar, Winifred Golding. Cheerleading: Margaret Crotty, Merrylin DeRose, Joan Etter, Anna Knight, Patience Lovell, Deborah Smith. JUNIOR HIGH SPORTS Basketball: Richard Boucher, William Simonds, Walter Golding, Bradford Haines, Fred Nies, Frank O’Connor, William Quinn, Duncan Stewart, Fred Waryas, Robert Whitehill. Baseball: Lorenzo Brillant, Roger Miller, Frank O’Connor, William Simonds, William Quinn, Robert Steele, Duncan Stewart, Fred Waryas, Arthur Wright. MUSIC Orchestra Pins (Two-years): Thomas Bolles, Shir- ley Bacon, Jay Bartlett, Katherine Dickinson, Winifred Golding, Evelyn Hale, Ann Lawlor. Band Pins (Two-years): Shirley Bacon, Jay Bartlett, Winifred Golding, Gordon Gould, Ann Lawlor, William Narkiewicz, Joan Siano, Kay Lou Slo- bodnjak, Douglas Switzer, Evelyn Hale. Majorette (Two-years): Janet Hennessey, Joanne May, Kay Lou Slobodnjak. Vocal (Two-years): Lois Frie- hofer, Richard Halladay, June Robinson, Richard Williams, David Brandon, John Moore, Anita Anderson, Sally Center, Barbara Dolloph, Mary Greenough, Bernadette Karpinski, Mary Helen Lawlor, Carolyn McClary, Ruth Scanlon, Paul 49 THE SAMPLER Silver, Rosemary Tidd, Georgette Belisle, Arlene Davis, John Sherette, Winifred Golding, Robert Harty, Dominic Kissell, Elizabeth Leahy, Arline Mileski, Kay Lou Slobodnjak, Lois Wunsch, Laura Walsh, Jane Bousquet, Katherine Dickin- son, Marilyn Grant, Edward Hayes, Shirley Lam- phere, Joan Lyna, Mary Reardon, Douglas Swit- zer, Barbara Willard. OPENING ASSEMBLY The opening assembly began according to tradition, with the salute to the Flag, led by Paul Sullivan, and the singing of “The Star Spangled Banner.” Mr. Holland welcomed all new students and made some announcements. He then intro- duced Dr. Butler, pur new superintendent, who spoke briefly. The assembly closed with the singing of our school song. A. A. ASSEMBLY The annual A. A. assembly was held on Sep- tember 14. The president of the A. A., Thoma; Reynolds, presided and introduced to the student the other officers: Vice President, Thomas Curtin; Secretary, Jane Stickney; and Treasurer, Helen Hollar. Besides Reynolds, the speakers were Coach Hadley, Mrs. Jones, and Mr. Holland. Mr Holland read the financial report of the A. A Both coaches and Reynolds urged the students to join and support the A. A. The assembly closed with the singing of the school song. S. A. B. ASSEMBLIES CONSERVATORY PLAYERS The Conservatory Players gave us, on October 1, our first S.A.B. assembly of the year. They pre- sented the play, “Our American Cousin”, just as it had been done at Ford’s Theater in Washington, the night of Lincoln’s assassination. The “Cousin,” a lanky fellow in a shrieking suit, gave us a merry time. They also included the events of the night, pointing out the President’s Box, etc., so that the effect was that of a transplanting of the time and place of the assassination into our own auditorium. WILLIAM HAAKER On October 8, William Haaker, originally from Holland, brought us an outstanding and varied piano program. Mr. Haaker was once a pupil of Jose Iturbi and has conducted the Virginia Sym- phony Orchestra. His program included, besides a few extemporaneous remarks, selections from Bach, Chopin, and Grieg, as well as a little boogie- woogie. His audience was thoroughly entranced. WILLIAM K. SKADDEN On Ndvember 29, in his talk on human relation- ships, William K. Skadden brought to B.F.H.S. his great wealth of experience as a welfare worker and personnel director. Speaking like a machine gun, with quick bursts of humor, he gave us many valuable hints for walking the “Road of Life”, making his message palatable, without sugar- coating it, and drawing heavily on his own ex- perience in working with all kinds of people. THE REX-LEE MARIMBA DUO On February 25, Ruth Beals introduced to the student body the Rex-Lee Marimba Duo. Lee, the feminnie partner, gave the audience a short history and description of the Marimba, after which Rex accompanied her on the piano while she played. Among their selections, which were well received by the. student body, were “Ave Maria”, “Fiddle Faddle”, “Horo Staccato”, and “Hot Canary.” Rex played a Chopin waltz and the Bach Preludes 1, 18, and 24. He also played a very jazzie number accompanied by comical antics which brought down the house. The students en- joyed them very much and invited them to play several encores. HONOR STUDENTS 50 THE SAMPLER COACHES ATHLETICS A. A. OFFICERS THE SAMPLER 52 THE SAMPLER VARSITY FOOTBALL VARSITY BASKETBALL 53 THE SAMPLER J. V. BASKETBALL 54 THE SAMPLER BOYS’ ATHLETICS VARSITY BASKETBALL The 1951-52 season gave B.F. plenty to cheer about and gave a glimpse of what should be a promising future on the B.F. hardwood. Starting the season with a new mentor, Mr. Curran, who came up from a very successful Junior High reign, and with a virtually new team, having only Don Angell and “Bender” Reynolds as tried veterans, the Purple hoopsters played a slam-bang brand of ball that led to a southern Vermont tourney berth for the first time since 1946. The main reason for success was the form displayed by Don Angell, Dick Whitcomb, and Basil Day on the offense, and by Bender Reynolds and Don Jeannotte on the defense. Other bright spots were Ron Rushton, who went from J. V. ball to a starting berth in the first game of the tournament, Reg Hodgkins, David Buckley, and Butch Bemis. The Terriers started strong in pre-league play with a three and one record and also drubbed the big alumni squad. They knocked off West Rutland to start league play and then dropped St. Mi- chael’s and Brattleboro, each twice, split with Bennington and M.S.J., dropped two outings each to the State Champion Red Raiders and Spring- field’s Cosmos. The second loss to the Green and White was a squeaker, after the up-staters had shellacked us down here. They closed the season by whipping the B champs, red-hot West Rutland, again. Rising to the occasion of a tournament play-off, the team dropped the Bennington Cats in a hectic 62-52 battle, as Don Angell played his greatest contest, swishing the mesh for 27 big markers. The strong Raider five was too much for the scrapping Terriers, however, and they were stopped in the opening game of the tourney 64 47. Some consolation, however, was gained in the placing of Don Angell on the all-tournament squad, a fitting climax to his court career at B.F. Schedule Bellows Falls 45 Windsor 39 Bellows Falls 45 Claremont 37 Bellows Falls 52 Windsor 55 Bellows Falls 57 Alumni 40 Bellows Falls 47 West Rutland 40 Bellows Falls 40 M.S.J. 44 Bellows Falls 35 Rutland 60 Bellows Falls 45 St. Michael’s 28 Bellows Falls 44 Brattleboro 35 Bellows Falls 45 Bennington 48 Bellows Falls 55 St. Michael’s 40 Bellows Falls 42 Rutland 66 Bellows Falls 57 Brattleboro 30 Bellows Falls 59 Bennington 31 Bellows Falls 42 Springfield 70 Bellows Falls 53 Springfield 55 Bellows Falls 46 M.S.J. 45 Bellows Falls 53 West Rutland 44 Bellows Falls 62 Bennington (playoff) 52 Bellows Falls 47 Rutland (tournament) 64 VARSITY FOOTBALL Bcasting a rugged line and a deceptive backfield, the Purple and White’s 1951 football team had a fine season, winning five games and losing but three. One of the losses, to M.S.J., was a heart- breaker, a safety in the closing minutes spelling de- feat. The highlight of the season was the climactic final game. Although Springfield was favored to win by a touchdown, the Hadleymen knocked the wind out of their sails for the third straight year in a 7 0 thriller, with Hugh Goldsmith scoring the big TD. Seniors on the squad were Capt. Jim Perkins, our Most Valuable Player, Bob Cowan, Jack Rice, Tombo Curtin, Paul Sullivan, Hugh Goldsmith, Bender Reynolds, Jim Stearns, and Bill Martin. They leave quite a vacancy, but such outstanding underclassmen as Day, Sherette, Whitcomb, Bolles, Hodgkins, Wright, Quinn, Buckley, Hugh Perkins, Mann, Smith, and Muzzey will be back to keep B.F. in the running for the state title. Jim Perkins was named all-state tackle on the second team, and Hooker Sherette received an honorable mention at guard. The Schedule Bellows Falls 12 Windsor 0 Bellows Falls 0 M.S.J. 2 Bellows Falls 14 Brattleboro 6 Bellows Falls 0 Stevens 15 Bellows Falls 0 Rutland 12 Bellows Falls 19 Bennington 6 Bellows Falls 8 Williamstown 6 Bellows Falls 7 Springfield 0 J. V. FOOTBALL The undefeated record of our J. V. football team this year augurs well for coming seasons. Unscored on for their first four games, they ended up scoring 106 points to their opponents’ 25. Outstanding players on an outstanding squad were: Paul Clarey, Charley Quinn, Bob Trombley, and Dick Whitcomb. Many other novices worked out with the team and got their first tastes of competition. The Record Bellows Falls 0 Windsor 0 Bellows Falls 14 V. A. 0 Bellows Falls 19 Springfield 0 Bellows Falls 13 Keene 0 Bellows Falls 20 Stevens 7 Bellows Falls 13 Springfield 12 Bellows Falls 27 V. A. 6 55 THE SAMPLER J. V. BASKETBALL The B.F.J.V.’s brought their S. V. L. season to a close with an even 7 wins against 7 losses, taking games from St. Mike’s 52-30, 42 33, Brattleboro 31-16, 48-25, Ben Hi 43 38, Mount St. Joseph 38-32 and West Rutland 63-59. They lost games to West Rutland 39-26, Rutland 37 29, 39 38, Springfield 49-28, 35-25, Mount St. Joseph 26 22 and Ben Hi 58-47. Ronnie Rushton with 160 points and Joe Barry with 72 carried the biggest share of the offensive load. These boys, who will be our varsity team in future years, certainly showed a lot of promise in giving B.F. a name in basketball. JUNIOR HIGH BASKETBALL Starting with only one first-string veteran, Freddie Waryas, Mr. McCarthy rounded his Junior High team into shape slowly, pointing for the annual tournament. The fellows who saw the most service were Waryas, Quinn, Reney, Boucher, Allen, DeCamp, Robinson, and Bashaw. Several others filled in occasionally. They struggled against nearby schools such as North Walpole, St. Charles, Kurn Hattin, and Charlestown. Get- ting a bad break in the draw for the tournament, they met Charlestown, the eventual champion, but forced Old No. 4 to the limit before finally going down. JUNIOR HIGH TOURNAMENT Under Edward Harty’s capable direction, the Ninth Annual Junior High Tournament, run en- tirely by students, was held on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, March 13-15. Joe Barry, assistant director, and a hard-working bunch of students helped Ed do the job successfully. Besides giving a big push to the development of nearby basket- ball talent, it develops sportsmanship in the play- ers and responsibility in the workers. Charlestown won the final game Saturday night, after which Ed passed out the medals and named the All- Tournament Team. INTERCLASS BASKETBALL On six consecutive Saturdays, the classes of the Senior High played for a total of six games each. The Seniors, now undisputed champions, can boast of a perfect record with six wins and no losses. In one game, the Seniors buried the poor hapless Sophs under an avalanche of 137 points, the high- est total ever run up by a B. F. interclass team. The Juniors, under Cap’tain Tommy Bolles, came in second with a record of four wins and twp losses. Next came the Sophomores, with two wins and four losses. Finally came the Freshmen, with no wins and six losses. By leading the interclass league, the Seniors got the honor of playing the faculty. They tasted their first defeat at the hands of a fast-moving bunch of teachers, (plus ringers), 53-49. SKIING When Coach Hadley called for those interested in skiing, about fifteen enthusiasts responded. This year the sport was mainly for recreation and instruction rather than competition, no meets being held with other schools. The skiers prac- ticed on Oak Hill until the playground slope was ready, and took a few cross-country hikes through the woods. Next year they hope to have a tow at the playground and to compete with other schools. The Seniors, captained by Harlan Fuller, won the interclass meet by a wide margin, winning ever)' event. Larry Bragg won the jumping and placed second in the cross-country, while Hugh Gold- smith traded positions with him in these two events. Dick Ashcroft won the downhill. TRACK Our track team finished a very good second in its first meet, a meet where it has always finished a poor third since track was revived after the war. Coach Hadley’s efforts at rebuilding finally began to bear fruit. Four meets were held with Spring- field, Claremont, Rutland, and Brattleboro fur- nishing opposition, besides the district and state meets. Veterans included Tom Bolles, high jump; Bill Kinsley, hurdles; Jim Perkins, weights; Joe Barry and Hugh Goldsmith, javelin; Dave Buck- ley and Basil Day, sprints; Doug Wright, weights; and Bob Park, 880. Many newcomers came out this year, including Seniors Ken Wood, Stan Prior, and Don Jeannotte. Coach Hadley’s inter- est and know-how went far to make the season successful. BASEBALL With Coach Sanders as their new helmsman, the baseball team embarked on a schedule that in- eluded such teams as Brattleboro, Windsor Springfield, Stevens, and Charlestown. The squac was bolstered by veterans Jim Perkins, catching Basil Day at first base, Hugh Goldsmith at short stop, and Pete Chamberlain in center field. Somi promising new-comers were Dick Whitcomb, Rei Hodgkins, Bob Park, Gordy Robertson, Pau Clarey, and the Walsh brothers, Ernie and Danny TENNIS Wearing sparkling new uniforms, Mr. Sprague' veteran-loaded tennis team saw action in eigh matches, with V. A., Springfield, Brattleboro, an Vilas. Veterans, all with two or three years c experience behind them, included Tom Bolles Bender Reynolds, Ken Wood, and Ken Pottei Charlie Bashaw, a promising sophomore, also sa action. 56 THE SAMPLER GIRLS’ ATHLETICS VARSITY BASKETBALL The Girls’ Varsity had a very successful season this year. Out of the thirteen games played, they won nine and lost four. Five of our varsity players will be lost this year. They are: Jane Stickney, Jane McGuirk, Marion Welch, Helen Hollar and Dottie Bragg. The high scorers for the varsity team were Betty Szuch with 172 points and Jane Stickney with 118 points. The St. Albans’ game is the one the most apt to be remembered. It is the only overnight trip the girls take. Even though they lost the game, all of them had a wonderful time. Schedule Bellows Falls 27 Newport 23 Bellows Falls 49 Stevens 33 Bellows Falls 44 Windsor 39 Bellows Falls 28 Keene 39 Bellows Falls 42 Hartford 29 Bellows Falls 44 Newport 20 Bellows Falls 47 Windsor 40 Bellows Falls 17 St. Albans 49 Bellows Falls 19 Hartford 32 Bellows Falls 30 Keene 35 Bellows Falls 43 Stevens 25 P. S. We might add that the guards were ex- ceptionally terrific this year!! J. V. BASKETBALL Under the coaching of Mrs. Jones and the man- aging of Joan Siano, the J. V.’s ended another suc- cessful season with a very respectable record of 6-3. The girls seeing most of the action were: Ruth Scanlon, Barbara Kenny, and Bonnie Buck- ley at forward; Mary O’Brien, Gail Rushton, and Lois Willett at guard. Many other girls filled in to help these over rough spots and to get ex- perience. Bellows Falls Bellows Falls Bellows Falls Bellows Falls Bellows Falls Bellows Falls Bellows Falls Bellows Falls Bellows Falls Schedule 26 Windsor 15 30 Walpole 36 39 Keene 34 27 Newport 19 26 Windsor 18 27 St. Albans 39 30 Walpole 29 27 Keene 38 24 Stevens 21 INTERCLASS BASKETBALL As usual, an enthusiastic crowd of girls parti- cipated in interclass basketball this year. This sport gives all girls interested in basketball, bus students included, a real chance to play. Jane Stickney, assisted by members of the girls’ varsity, managed the affair. Helen Hollar coached the Freshmen, Dotty Bragg the Sophomores, Joan Siano the Juniors, and Jane McGuirk the Seniors. Betty Fairbrother, Betty Szuch, Sis Shaughnessy, Janet Hennessey, and jane Stickney tooted the whistles. The Freshmen and Juniors clashed for the final playoff, the Freshmen winning 35-33. TENNIS After practising until dusk three days a week in the fall, before bad weather set in, thirty-five girls participated in the tennis tournament. They were divided into two groups, beginners and experi- enced players. Margaret Barry won the begin- ners’ tournament, with Barbara Kenney runner- up. Joanne May, first, and Helen Hollar, second, were the cream of the “expert” crop. Helen re- ceived the medal this year, though, since Joanne won it last year. SOCCER Soccer is a well named and well-liked sport be- cause it requires a lot of energy and stamina. It is quite a rough game and you’re sure to obtain a few bumps and bruises while playing. Each gym class was divided into two teams, which played several games, and the winners participated in the Soccer Tournament. The teams competing in the tourna- ment were “Battling Babes,” “Mary Ann s Mon- sters,” “Angelas’ Angels,” “Benson’s Bombers,” and ‘0”Dette’s Farmerettes.” In the final play- off, Angela’s Angels defeated Benson’s Bombers, 5-2, to become this year’s champions. 57 THE SAMPLER J. V. BASKETBALL VARSITY BASKETBALL THE SAMPLER For News About Bellows Falls High School Read the Bellows Falls Times THE SAMPLER Compliments of .. . THE L. H. UFFORD COMPANY Roofing and Sheet Metal COSTIN’S GARAGE Insulite Wallboards Modene Paints 6 Island St. Bellows Falls, Vt. Pontiac Sales and Service Compliments of . . . N. 0. COTE JEWELRY —GIFTS ROBERTSON PAPER COMPANY Bellows Falls, Vt. Waxed and Oiled, Agents for Printed and Unprinted Bulova, Gruen, Certina, Hamilton Papers and Westfield Watches Gifts of all Kinds Diamonds from $25 to $250 u THE SAMPLER Compliments of . . . Compliments of . . . WHITE MOUNTAIN PAPER COMPANY MOORE THOMPSON Best of Luck To The CLASS OF 1952 Institutional Wholesale Grocers G. 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TRASK Osteopathic Physician Congratulations to the Class of ’51 DAN HOWARD Clothing Shoes Sporting Goods Style-Mart Suits Tel. 443-M Compliments of .. . CHIMES CAFE HIDE-AWAY 76 THE SAMPLER Compliments of . . . BELLOWS FALLS VILLAGE MARKET Your Friends Trade Here Meats, Groceries and Provisions Second Class License Tel. 642 Free Delivery 8 Oak Street Bellows Falls FRANKLIN SHOP “The Shop of Quality and Satisfaction” Women’s Apparel “Shop and Save” JOHN MacLEOD Congratulations to the Seniors VERMONT POULTRY, INC. DYMOND Brand Dressed Poultry FLETCHER’S Graduation Cards Compliments of . . . ROCKINGHAM HOTEL, INC. Bellows Falls, Vermont Congratulations from HOTEL WINDHAM Bellows Falls, Vermont Compliments of . . . SIMOND’S BROTHERS STORE Phone 3731 Saxtons River Vermont 77 THE SAMPLER Compliments of . . . JOE’S SERVICE STATION Compliments of .. . FRANK ADAMS CO. Compliments of .. . CONNELLY FUELS Compliments of .. . WILLIAM KRATKY Tel. 1000 Bellows Falls, Vt� Compliments of .. . DR. R. N. BUCK Compliments of . . . FRANK BARTLETT Idlenot Dairy Products A. M. KELTON TRANS. CO. INC. Local and Long Distance Furniture Hauling General Trucking Saxton River, Vt. — Tel. 3501 Compliments of . . . HENRY STREET MARKET 78 THE SAMPLER Compliments o) . . . Compliments of .. . BELLOWS FALLS PACKING COMPANY, INC. GUY’S TEXACO SERVICE STATION North Walpole, N. H. Phone 832 Compliments of .. . GATES GARAGE Sales and Service 40 Westminster St. Tel. 440 Compliments of . . . HELEN DREW BEAUTY SALON Compliments of . . . PRENTISS W. HAINES Plumbing and Heating Gas-Appliances Cook with Fuelite Gas Compliments of . . . CLARK’S I.G.A. STORE Tel. 26 Compliments of . . . Compliments of .. . HAROLD LAMB GREEN MT. TISSUE CO. 79 THE SAMPLER Fashions Styled for you COLLEEN’S Compliments of .. . GRIPPO Shoe Repairing Service Compliments of .. . ROCKINGHAM AUTOMOTIVE STORE 38 Rockingham St. Bellows Falls, Vt. Auto Parts Accessories GUARANTEED Tires, Batteries, Sporting Goods Fishing Tackle, Lawn and Garden Tools Compliments of .. . THE OPERA HOUSE BUSH MUSIC STUDIO Band Instruments 26 Middle Street Claremont New Hampshire Compliments of .. . O’CONNOR’S GARAGE Hudson Sales and Service Saxtons River Vermont Compliments of . . . NAT PINTELLO’S STORE Open Every Day in the Year 9 A. M. — 10 P. M. THE SQUARE YARD SHOP Bellows Falls, Vermont Fabrics and Yarns 80 THE SAMPLER Compliments of .. . BELLOWS FALLS CO-OPERATIVE CREAMERY INC. Brookside Milk Brookside Cream Bellows Falls, Vermont Compliments of .. . SMITH AUTO SALES INC. Compliments of .. . THE BELLOWS FALLS CO-OPERATIVE LOCKER COMPANY, INC. Compliments of .. . WILLIAM B. WRIGHT Public Accountant Bellows Falls, Vermont Compliments of . . . CHARLES JURKIEWICZ, Prop. S. S. Pierce Dist. Home Made Ice Cream KANE’S PHARMACY “As close as your phone” 13 Rockingham Street Bellows Falls, Vermont C. S. DOE RADIO SERVICE “All makes All types” Television 77 Atkinson St. Bellows Falls, Vt. WILLIAM WESTLAND CO. 11 Revere Road . Quincy 69, Mass. “Equipment For Every Sport” 81 THE SAMPLER Compliments of .. . TOUSSAINT THE PAINTER Painting and Papering 9 West St. Phone 1018-M PRESCOTT RADIO TAXI Bellows Falls, Vt. Tel. 788 Compliments of . . . RALPH S. BRESLEND Realtor Tel. 236-M Bellows Falls Compliments of .. . HADLEY INSURANCE INC. PRESTON H. HADLEY Compliments of .. . THE CARPENTER-McARDLE CO. ANGELL’S BIKE SHOP Dependable Insurance of all kinds THE E. L. WALKER INSURANCE INC. Trust Co. Bldg. Compliments of . . . JACKSON’S MARKET 82 THE SAMPLER J. J. FENTON CO., INC. “Always Reliable” Compliments of .. . JOHN J. PARRIS Contractor Painting and Papering 20 George St. Phone 367-M Compliments of .. . NOYES AND WHITEHILL HARDWARE CO. GENERAL ELECTRIC APPLIANCES Square Phone 144 Compliments of . . . Bellows Falls Dry Cleaners Complete pickup and delivery 2 Day Counter Service (at no extra charge) 3 Day Truck Service 115 Rockingham Street Tel. 971 Bellows Falls, Vermont Knitting and Embroidery Accessories Free Instructions LEOLA’S KNICK KNACK SHOP Bellows Falls, Vt. Compliments of . . . HOLLAR’S BARBER SHOP 20 Westminster St. opp. Crayco Hotel Compliments of . . . JIM BRADSHAW THE TIRE MAN Tel. 110-W Bellows Falls, Vt. SHAW’S PHARMACY Bellows Falls Vt. 83 THE SAMPLER “In the Heart of the Twin State Valley” Farmal Tractors and International Farm Machinery Fox Forage Harvesters John Bean Orchard Sprayers Niagara Dusters Insecticides Jamesway Barn Equipment Brillion Sure-Stand Seeders Ezee-Flow Fertilizer Spreaders Titan Chain Saws TENNEY’S LUMBER MILL Wetherill’s Paints Roofing and Building Materials Farm Supply Hardware Store Saxtons River, Vt. Phone 3121 HARDY A. .MERRILL Tel. 488 Bellows Falls, Vt. Compliments of . . . BERNARD A. CLARK SURBURAN FURNITURE CO. Plumbing — Heating Hotpoint Dealer Springfield, Vt. Bellows Falls, Vt. Saxtons River, Vt. Tel. 2382 Compliments of . . . SAXWIN SANDWICH SHOP Saxwin Building E. C. GOULD SON Meats, Groceries, Frozen Foods Free Delivery Saxton River, Vt. 84 THE SAMPLER BLISS LAWLOR INC. INSURANCE BLISS LAWLOR ACCOUNTANTS Compliments of . . . VERMONT SAVINGS BANK Bellows Falls, Vt. Member Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation $5000 Maximum Insurance $10,000 Maximum Insurance For Each Depositor For Each Depositor Compliments of Friends of the CLASS OF 1952 85 THE SAMPLER fct a Jo j' YOU’LL REALLY ENJOY? Here’s what the Telephone Company offers girls finishing High School— V A chance to fill an important job. A chance to earn good pay, regu- lar raises, paid vacations. y' A chance to enjoy friendly com- panionship, meet new people, make new friends. This is your chance to do vital work ... — a Company you’ll be proud to work get a job with plenty of responsibility for. Come in and talk to us. Get all the and opportunity for advancement . . . details. But do it now, so you’ll have be associated with a reliable Company a head start, that’s known and respected everywhere The NEW ENGLAND Telephone I TELEGRAPH Company 86 THE SAMPLER LIT«o 384 DWIGHT STREET HOLYOKE, MASS. 2 Blocks From City Hall WE OFFER YOU • PRINTING OF DISTINCTION • FINE COLOR REPRODUCTION • FINE HALFTONE REPRODUCTION • CLEAN, SHARP BLACKS AND WHITES • FAST, COURTEOUS SERVICE FOR YOUR • BOOKS • FOLDERS • PRINTED FORMS FOR PRINTING AT ITS BEST CALL HOL. 21839 Howard A. Light, Mgr. 87 THE SAMPLER BELLOWS FALLS OWN DAILY NEWSPAPER is THE BRATTLEBORO DAILY REFORMER Read it Every Day Compliments of .. . BEN’S RED and WHITE STORE Saxtons River, Vt. PHONE 2171