Charlotte High School - Witan Yearbook (Rochester, NY)

Text from Pages 1 - 128 of the 1960 volume:

CHARLOTTE HIGH SCHOOL ROCHESTER, NEW YORK WESTWARD, HO! WESTWARD HO! WESTWARD BOUND! OPEN ALL YE MINDS TO THE HORIZONS BEYOND The sighting of land by the early settlers, after months of tossing on the restless, formidable ocean, must have given them a great sense of accomplishment. Instead of contenting themselves with remaining on the coast, they kept pushing on, ever west¬ ward, opening up new frontiers. These dauntless pioneers crossed scorching prairies, forded raging rivers, and climbed rugged mountains, thus conquering seemingly insurmountable obstacles. We, the Class of 1960, remember when, as seventh graders, we looked forward to this memorable year. Just as the sighting of land marked a great accomplishment for the early settlers, so completing this year signifies for us a noteworthy accumulation of achievements. Though proud of these accomplishments, we are determined not to become complacent. Scanning the distant horizons, we, like the pioneers, also envisage exciting new frontiers; of knowledge, adventure, happiness and spiritual satisfaction. The future is limitless for us if our ingenuity, perseverance, and dedication equals that of our pioneer fathers. 1(00 1700 (750 2 Mr. Bernard J. Tracy Mr. Bernard Tracy, a native of Rochester, has been a member of the Charlotte High School faculty for thirty-seven years. He is a graduate of West High School, Plattsburgh State Normal, and the University of Rochester, where in addition to receiving a Bachelor of Education degree, he did post graduate work. During World War I, Mr. Tracy, assigned to the headquarters of General Pershing, spent two years overseas. After the war he remained in France where he played baseball with the Marine Corps and learned to speak French fluently. While in Europe, he traveled in Scotland, England, Ire¬ land, Belgium, Germany, Monaco, Italy and Spain. Mr. Tracy, an ardent sports enthusiast, has played football with The Gibsons, a championship Rochester team; baseball with the Marine Corps, with Seneca Falls in the New York State League, with the Holley, New York town team and caught for exhibition games with the New York Giants. In addition to playing, Mr. Tracy has coached a championship varsity baseball team here at Charlotte High School, and he originated the first baseball team at Plattsburgh State Normal School. His interests do not end with team sports, but also include boxing, golf, and fishing. Business students in the past thirty-seven years have benefitted from the superior guidance of Mr. Tracy. Countless hundreds can recall the enjoy¬ ment of devouring typing or bookkeeping funda¬ mentals spiced with his warmth and wit. Now that he is contemplating retirement and a life of leisure with his wife, two daughters and four grandchildren, we wish him health and happiness in years to come. In recognition of his long service to his country and Charlotte High School, we, the Class of 1960, dedicate the 1960 Witan to Bernard J. Tracy. 3 We primeval forests felling, We the rivers stemming, vexing we and piercing deep the mines within, We the surface broad surveying, we the virgin soil upheaving. Pioneers! O pioneers! . .. Walt Whitman CONTENTS: Faculty . 5 Seniors . 14 Government. 52 Activities. 64 Sports . 82 Features .102 4 FACULTY Glenn M. Denison, principal The old frontiers are gone. New fron¬ tiers are much in the news—frontiers of outer space, frontiers of new scientific and technical knowledge. Fully as important and of immediate concern to each of us should be the fron¬ tiers within us. May each member of the class of 1960 be successful in the attack on the adven¬ turous frontiers within—the frontiers of idealism, of understanding, of self-disci¬ pline. Success on these frontiers will mean success indeed. This is my wish for each one of you. G. M. Denison In the early days of westward expansion, the pioneers relied upon the North Star to guide them to their destinations. This served not only as their compass and guide, but also as a friend and companion on lonely nights when they sat around the campfire and gazed at the sky. Our North Star, the Advisory staff, is headed by Mr. Gates, who is assisted by Miss Miner and Mr. Frasch. They have, along with their fellow-workers, helped to point us in the right directions. Without them, we, as pioneers, might have left the “beaten track” and fallen somewhere along the way. We, the Class of 1960, salute you and express sincere appreciation for all the help and friendship you’ve provided us in the past six years. Miss Margaret Miner Girls’ Adviser Charles D. Gates, Vice-principal Mr. Alton Frasch Boys’ Adviser 7 Ml FACULTY Richard L. Berndt Mathematics Walter W. Bennett Science Joan M. Bartley Dental Hygenist George E. Bird Science Madeline H. Affleck Nurse Jacklin T. Bolton Vocal Music Wilma Briggs Health Education Minnie A. Booth Health Education Harriet Bricklemyer Homemaking Helen M. Cashman Librarian Mary C. Celso Latin Rita V. Clement Mathematics Patrick J. Comfort Social Studies Wilford B. Crawford Instrumental Music Atwood G. DeCoster Science AMERICAN Carlos deZafra Social Studies Left to right: Mr. Rapp, Mr. Mills, Mrs. Garland, Mr. McLevy, Mr. Littlewood. Mr. Palumbo. Carol Fenton English Harriet Eisenberg Mathematics John R. Ertle Commercial Wilbur R. Dunn Health Education Lawrence W. Heinrich Guidance Daniel F. Heffernan Science Shirley S. Hayden Vocal Music Joseph J. Hauser Psychologist Violet Haefele Health Education Carey Fletcher Laura M. Friel Clotilda C. Geib Warren R. Goldstein Katherine Granger Science General Education Social Studies Mathematics Science r i L i ' i f l 4 ' fW r 1 T| ■ Iw J l jr 1 aw V « FACULTY Frederick Johnson General Education Delores G. Hofmann Commercial Harvey R. Howland Social Studies Paul E. Julien Guidance Richard L. Herzog Industrial Arts William A. Kumpf Horticulture Walter F. Koloseike Social Studies Robert M. Kabo Mathematics Mrs. E. Foster, Mrs. B. Lowenguth, Mrs. J. Orrico. Alice D. Lathan Library Assistant John D. Laino English Jane G. Leathern English Chester B. Littlewood Head Custodian Marguerite Mahoney English R’chard A. McMahon Social Studies Robert H. Lott Mathematics Elizabeth Luckett Social Studies 1959-60 Kay Miller Visual Aids Mary J. Moody Mathematics Margaret C. Morrow Accompanist William J. Miller Social Studies Josephine G. Morrison Science IMII iisaaa 4 ■1011 1 ■ ■■OBJ! ■■■■■ni !■■■■« ■uni ■■■ rmA immatm ■■’in -i IKiMBf A ■ ■■ James C. Molesworth Social Studies Donald R. Murray Health Education Ann Montesano Homemaking Marjorie R. Morrison English Raymond C. Pinder Drafting Gehring C. Pittman Mathematics William C. Quenan Health Education Theodore H. Schreppel Dramatics PLATE ■ CHOC BLK HADDOCK-36 35 SALAD TRAY LUNCH I 28 27 SANDWICH SOUP VEG 10 FRUITCUP — FACULTY 1959-60 Alice J. Shaffer Art June C. Thompson Latin Mary K. Smead English Ralph L. Tichenor Health Education Paul X. Shea Social Studies Bernard J. Tracy Commercial Lois Von Berg Health Education Anthony Viti Speech Therapist Ernest J. Walker Industrial Arts Claude T. Westburg English CAFETERIA STAFF Phoebe J. Wolfe Social Studies Left to right: Mrs. Lipp, Mrs. Razel, Mrs. Huber, Mrs. Edwards, Mrs. Niver, Mrs. Charles, Mrs. Coveil, Mrs. Haley, Mr. Forncrook. Louise G. Woodruff Accompanist 1 POTATO MTfr VET ' ■ ' ’’LE 10 PUDDING ID JELLO ID j ■■ f ® 1 ’ A! 10 IIT — ’ 03 R0l — 05 1 ■§� IK Ap _ CHO ' J SM ca IS r P!bS 1 15 FACULTY 19?? Vacation time she takes many a junket, Who’s for Washington with . ..? Thousands of girls, large and small, By this adviser have been “kept on the She started the year a miss, Now she’s enjoying marital bliss. Daily in Room 115, He teaches the World and American scene. Backstage during “Our Town,” He was seen bob¬ bing up and down. - J llllilllF lIllBPplBlBBi (L B m mm H 0 B BMMw ' ||| at ' % v.|J Tr fS-i Jk Bk , BBKjgB M n : ■ BE., Jj Doling out portions ot Caesar and Gaul, She can be found right off the main hall. Here a dashing young scholar. Now he trains hort students to earn a dollar. Boys, short of cash? Get your working papers from A girls’ gym leader to tell the truth, Who else but our own . . . Whether council, WITAN or teen canteen. He’s quite apt to be on the scene. To appreciate llliad, Od¬ yssey or Ivanhoe, We re¬ commend to 207 you go Soccer, guidance and soph adviser, To outdo him, be an early riser. Here she sits, carefree, free of need, New in English, she’s . . . Bobbins, spindles and Singer machine. Just Feb¬ ruary first she came on the scene. If your math you haven’t learnt, How about a lesson from... ? i JM k ! ,,, | r 4S fjj Need help with remedial read ? This is the lady you At C.H.S., our second in command, Always ready with his helping hand. Boston, hockey and beans, He explains what physics means. Small, dainty and pretty of face, She’ll teach you to draw, paint or trace. He’ll make a poster, fancy or plain, In room 125, that’s his domain. S ' i-t ■£ ? £); jH X { ' HIV m So few men venture out beyond the blazed trail, ’Tis he who has the courage to go past the known That cannot in his mission fail. 14 Mrs. Elizabeth Luckett Homeroom 213 WAGON MASTERS Mrs. Harriet Eisenberg Homeroom 311 9 Mr. George Bird Homeroom 111 Mr. Paul Julien Class Adviser 15 Miss Jane Shaffer Class Adviser Homeroom 315 Patricia Meagher Vice President Patti Small and dark and mighty sweet Here’s one gal that can’t be beat. Lawrence D. Kilmer President Larry Leader of men. Follower of women. SENIOR Ellen Eileen Agness Secretary El If friends were silver dollars She’d be a millionaire. CLASS OFFICERS Nancy C. Erickson T reasurer Nan Like the root beer of which we’ve read, Lots of sparkle, plus a darn good head. 16 Carolyn A. Arnold Carol Just a little quiet, Just a little shy. But there’s a merry twinkle, Glisten¬ ing in her eye. Robert M. Ascroft Bob Visibly a thoughtful, serious lad- That’s an optical illusion. Wayne K. Arnold man, is the man Nancy L. Bachren Good taste is the flower of good sense Donald Austin Don Let the others labor and I’ll take care of the “rest.” Marilyn J. Bartlett Duck What are little girls made of? Smiles and joys and thoughts of boys. John R. Bauer Peter Jack believes in disarmament , He beseeches fair maidens to present their arms. Patricia Jean Bauer Pat For the love of laughter hinder not the humor of her design. Rosanne Basti Rosy The sparkle of her eyes is repeated in her smile. Thomas W. Bilak Tom Life is a funny proposition. Thomas J. Blum Tom Be silent — and safe silence never be trays you. Paula H. Beckwith Charm is beauty. Suzanne C. Brayton Sue Sweet attractive grace. Francis J. Bodner Frank If this is liberty, give me death. Lynn F. Boscher Well timed silence hath more elo quence than speech. Co West VouMG A At ' l OMg TWA J A3J9CS ' ' William A. Brewer Marjorie J. Brigham Jayne E. Britt Bill Margie Who said gentlemen prefer blondes? Talent is that which is in a man’s I know not what the future holds. power, But I know Who holds the future. Anne Mary Bryan To know her better, is to like her well. Bonnie Lee Brodt Bon An all around girl, with the correct combination of wisdom, gaie ty, and good looks. Charles H. Brown Chuck But we love you, Charlie Brown. Joyce Cairns A smile punctuated by a dimple. John Burpee Jack All the world’s a stage, And one man in his time plays many Donald J. Burke Burkie He’s willing to work, but he’d rather play. Roger Calkins Rog Men of few words are the best men Elizabeth Campbell Betty Pretty features, charming ways. Weave a spell, and hold our gaze. Daniel Tames Cancelmi Dan A little nonsense now and then is rel¬ ished by the best of men. Jeanne L. Carnes Smiling and neat. Quiet and sweet. Warren Stephen Case Steve Nature hath framed fine fellows in her time. Olin D. Caswell Oley Rather quiet most of the time. But as an athlete, he’s mighty fine. jmf Tx 1 w hm W Dorothy Jeannett Cimo Dottie Dreams are as real as the light of stars. Barbara Jean Clark Barb Music is well said to be the speech of angels. James S. Cleveland Jim Overhead cams and dual chrome spinners, Watch my dust, I’m a winner! Sharon Louise Coakley The only way to have a friend is to be one. Louis Cook Louie Lord what fools these mortals be, They should have taken lessons from Barbara J. Cooper Coop Our ticket to a lively time. Jacqueline Marie Corbett Jackie A concoction of likableness and de¬ pendability molded together with Frances Ann Coyle Frannie A light heart lives long. Maureen Elizabeth Crane Soft is the music that would charm forever. Jeanme Rebecca Cushman Jean The twinkle in her eye delights each boy that passes by. Doris Mae Curtis Dori She is shy, it’s true, But a friend thru and thru. Bessie C. Danes Snooks In silence she’ll make herself heard. Frederick N. De Mato Rick A hit with both the guys and gals, Ricky’s liked by all his pals. Jacqueline B. Davis Jackie All the laddies love this lassie Terry J. De Garmo The world knows nothing of its great est men. Natalie lean Downhill Nat Lovely hair, pretty face, laughing eyes, full of grace. Patricia A. Driscoll Pat With golden curls and golden trills, This maiden does what ’ere she wills. Suzanne Denison Sue Full of pep and really hep. Rene W. Durand Frenchie 7 alk to him of Jacob’s ladder and he would ask the number of stebs.. Barbara Ann Elias Barbie Greatness and goodness are not means but ends. Patricia East Pat Fun is where you find it. Dru C. Ertz-Berger reason why teachers Barbara Ellis Barb Silence is a fine jewel for a woman Marvin L.. Lnglcr With his humor he’ll never go wrong. Beverly Ann Fenner Bev The mildest manners and the gentlest heart. Judith Ann Femckes Judy The world belongs to the energetic. Linda Eustance Lin She looks beyond what others see, And finds the good within. William Fleming Bill Strange how much he can say with¬ out a word. Gary A. Floar What a time, what a civilization! John Ferrante Go-getters never , David Frank Dave For he’s a jolly good fellow. Lee G. Forster Forie All great men are dying, I feel sick myself. Kathryn Tean Fox Kathy Man has his will, but woman has her way. Sandra Frey Sandy To lead the cheers is her honored duty. We all regard her as a beauty. John J. Frattare Bulldog Always there and ready to win, A regular guy with a regular grin Robert Frattare Bob Sharon Roberta Fuller Sherry A girl to whom so much was given So much of earth, so much of heaven. Ronald Fulmer Ron A gentleman both in manner and heart. Donald Gannon Don Tall, dark, and handsome. David G. Gerstner Dave Don’t applaud, just throw money. Rose Marie Geraci Rosie Eyes full of starlight, Ann Constance Goldring Softly speak and sweetly smile. Judith Ann Goodman Judy Mischief, thou art afoot. Nancy Lee Goodrich Goody She has a head to contrive, a tongue to persuade, and a hand to execute any mischief. Donald M. Graham Rummy The answer to a maiden’s prayer. Michael Grapensteter Mike Why does the wrong way always seem more reasonable? Myron Groat Mem The greater the man, the less the noise. Sandra Jean Groth Sandy Sweetness is her middle name , William Carl Hargreaves Bill Quiet and yet not too shy, Bill is an A-one guy. Larry Gumaer A cheerful, helpful, well-liked guy. Rozlyn J. Hanson Roz A charming girl, a cheery smile, A good sport and well worth while. Christie James Hart Phyllis Ann Hawyrlik Charles Hehnly Chris Phil Chuckin A finger in every pie. There is something nice about every¬ one. But there is everything nice about her. Dynamite comes in small packages. Linda Ann Heim Lynn She possesses a cheery smile, and friendliness that is worth while. Josephine M. Herendeen Josie Heard melodies are sweet, but those unheard are sweeter. Carolyn Hicks Hicksie Nice personality, full of vitality. mi V Geoffrey Hughes For every why he has a wherefore. Kathleen Marie Hogan Kathy It’s nice to be natural, when you’re naturally nice. Barbara Hunter Barb A smile and a good word for everyone Ronald Jewsbury Beatnick He’s for the two party system, one on Friday and one on Saturday. Patricia Dorothy Keane Pat Sparkling, mischievous, full of fun Frank E. Johnston Tiny 1 never let my studies interfere with my education. Janice Laurene Klauss Jan Nowhere will you meet a friend so true, a girl so sweet. James W. Kennerson Great men never feel grea Robert H. King Bob A man who makes small noise is better than one who is but a big Lawrence J. Kretovic Larry Patience and shuffle the cards. Edith H. Lapi Curly hair, a mind full of fun, she makes friends with everyone. Patricia Ann Leach Pat A cheerful, helpful, well-liked miss. Julie Haydn Leonard Style, grace, and a pretty face. Maryann Lewis Looch She’s pretty to walk with. Witty to talk with, And pleasant to think on. Susan lane Lembke Sue Quiet, steadfast, and sincere, She’ll meet success in her career. James Lill Jim If you’re looking for a friend, Here’s a boy we recommend. Robert Li ht Bob It’s a rare talent to know when to be silent and when to speak. Dreaming of tomorrow. Carole Mac Donald She keeps us in a twirl. Charles Lutz Chuck The only thing worth having in an earthly existence is a sense of Patricia Ann Lucas Patsy A happy life must be, to a great extent a quiet one. Karen Ann McFarland She may be quiet, but there’s a noisy twinkle in her eye. Gary O. McGovern Mac Silence is deep as Eternity, Speech as shallow as Time. Patricia McCabe Pat Her charming manner and quiet ways, Make her a friend we all do praise. John McPherson Not loud but effective. Michael Raymond McKain Mike True merit, like a river, the deeper it is, the less noise it makes. Michael McNamara Mike Sleep, it is a blessed thing, Beloved from class to class. Waivolyne M. McQuown Wave We know what we are, but not what we may be. Ronald William Metzinger Ron 1 can resist everything but temptation. Judith Magin Judy If you want to laugh and shout. Go to Judy, she’ll help you out. Ann S. Marvin Hold thy lighted lamp on high, Be a star in someone’s sky. Eleanore J. Miller Ellie A very gentle girl and of good con¬ science. Sharon Ann Milliman Sammie Simple in manner, a lover of fun, Many good qualities rolled into one. John M. Mount Peter Mechanical mind, tinkers with cars. Someday he’ll ride a rocket to Mars. Timothy R. Murray Tim If school is liberty, give me death Virginia L. Mills Ginny Her character is firmly made. As are her brush strokes firmly laid. Michael F. Nawrocki Mike A little foolery governs the world. Linda Carol Myers Lin I’ll note you in my book of memory. Barbara Tean Muszynski Barb Goodness is a special kind of truth and beauty. Lydia Ann Okunicwicz Lyd Her name is big, her heart is too Ask anyone, they’ll tell you. William R. Nickerson Nick He’s quiet and shy. But a very nice guy Margaret Jean Nelson Jean Lovely to look at, Heaven to know. Herbert Ottman Perseverance will accomplish wonders. William Ottman Bopper When Sahara’s sands become muddy. That’s the time I’ll like to study. Eric Oswald Oz Let me have wine, women, mirth and laughter. Sermons and soda water the day t-tft ' fmu H T M | H I David Peer Dave He’ll go places; wait and see; He’s full of fun and so carefree. Thomas E. Penders Tom He looks serious, but... David S. Oyei Dave A combination hard to find, An athlete with a scholastic mind. Alfred Priest A1 He has the calm confidence oj gambler with four aces. Charles Privitera Chuck Handsome, intelligent, and captivating. Sorry girls, he ' s graduating. James J. 1 ' ctrotta Trotter The Lord cast but one, and threw away the die. wnr ' W { MMJpMM i i Ii H l Don Quetchenbach Quetch Tall, dark, a real nice guy; One of the best at Charlotte High. John Timothy Ragan Tim Look kids! I’m graduating! Janice Laura Ramble Jan Small courtesies sweeten life. John Raymond Jack Why should the devil have all the fun? Anne M. Reed Full of fun, lively and gay, As lovely as a fresh bouquet. Carol A. Reed Tiger An example of happiness. William F. Riley Bill Tall in stature, big in fun, Bill is liked by everyone. Richard Rinker Rink No one knows what he can do until he tries. Edward C. Reichart Ed Give me liberty in June “60”, Or give me death. L i i a ■ W- W K- C K -X Diane Riviere Lovely and gay in her own special way. Robert William Rodell Have you got a sister? James A. Rohn Jim If you get there before it is over. You are on time. Nancy J. Roos Pepper She is as happy as a mosquito. That has just passed its screen test. Dorothy Rotolo Dottie Dark eyes, dark hair, a nice smile, a charming air. Fred Rotunno What is there to do but be merry Linda Jean Rouse Lynn The thing that goes farthest toward making life worthwhile. That costs the least, and does the most is just a pleasant smile. Herbert E. Royer Herbie In school he’s sedate. But after school.. . we couldn’t state. Bernice Jean SafTord Bernie Small, blonde, and carefree. j « • y r I i ' • • • nfr- « Donald C. Sanford Don He lives to build, not to boast. Donna Sattel There are few things that never go out of style. And a feminine woman is one. Ronald Charles Scheg Ron I will work, but I’d rather play. Dianne Elaine Schicklcr Schick Variety is my motto. Sara Jean Schrader Sally Sweet and neat, she can’t be beat. Judith Ann Sheldon Judie Short ’n snappy, cheery and bright, She strives to please with all her vV arren A. Sleeter A rich personality builds a rich life. Kathryn Marie Smith Kathy Meet her any time of day, She always smiles the same sweet way. Rebecca A. Smith Becky Sensible and sweet. She’s just the girl you’d like to meet. sUo ■ i Thomas Smith Tom Well known to a few, A fascinating mystery to the rest. Lorraine Ann Spallat Lorrie I like to play, I like to sing, I like to do most anything. Diane M. Spinell Di Dancing feet and a personality sweet. fe Karen Marie Spring God made women beautiful, But the devil made them cute. Mary Ann Symonds Ready wit, zest for fun. Make her liked by everyone. Thomas J. Stone Stoney God sent his singers upon earth. With songs of sadness and mirth, That they might touch the hearts of men. And bring them back to heaven again , loan Marie Taylert Billie Though she didn’t come till her senior year, We’re mighty glad that Joan is here , Wesley C. Tallman Wes What I couldn’t teach Romeo. Bruce M. Thistle Rather quiet, but always there, A guy whose friendship you’d like to share. J. Michael Tighe Mike A smile for every fellow, two for every girl. Thomas K. Tickner, Jr. Tic You mean 1 should take you seriously? David Thomas Dave He who laughs — lasts. Jean M. Van Hooydonk Jean-O On the field or in the court. She’s at home in any sport. Carl C. Uthc Cheyenne On the football field he knows his stuff, But of high school studies he has had Judith C. Van Orden Judy My heart is warm with the friends 1 make. Charles Arthur Wedel Chuck Forever free, without a care, Chuck likes school when lie’s not Max William Wannike A man is known by the silence he keeps. Nancy Lee Vragel Nan Blond hair denotes a sunny disposition. Kenneth Brandt Wclton Ace Our Ace of Spades. David F. Wciland Dave When there’s fun to be had, you’ll find him there, Full of jokes, free from care. Jeanne Weilacher l do study now and then, but mostly, Concentrate on men. mm . | £ ;•_ v ' I 1 if ' 1 F v - BA jttM 1 jl i H jSl William H. White Jr. Willy He never runs from temptation, But crawls slowly away, hoping it may overtake him. Lawrence David Whiteside Larry Work isn’t the easiest way man has ever invented to escape boredom Like a strawberry sundae—so delicate and sweet. Patricia Ann Woodhall Pat Full of fun like a flurry of snow. We always find Pat raring to go. Stephanie M. Wooden Steve Her pen and personality draw beautiful pictures. Judith Wollenhaupt There was a star who danced. ft m it ■ 3 1 1 ' i F J| x v P 4 ' i “Firm, united let us be, Rallying round our Liberty; As a band of brothers joined, Peace and safety we shall find.” . . . Joseph Hopkinson 52 . . O’er the Land of the Free And the Horne of the Brave.” The expansion of a country is reflected in the development of its flag. Bordering this page are flags representing major steps in the growth of our nation. Designed by Betsy Ross, the first Stars and Stripes was a visual symbol of the original thirteen colonies. As. the frontier was pushed farther westward, increasing the size and strength of the country, new territories adopted visual pre-statehood symbols. Among the most colorful were the Lone Star State Flag of independent Texas and California’s famed Bear Flag. Within our senior year, the United States added two new stars to its flag when Congress authorized statehood for Alaska and Hawaii. Each year, Charlotte High School awards the honor of holding this symbol of American expansion to the boy and girl ranking highest in their class. In the Class of 1960, Bonnie Brodt and David Oyer have been selected as Guardian of the Flag and Standard Bearer, respectively. 53 Charles Privitera Senior High President JUNIOR COUNCIL Susan Mount Junior High President 54 55 Kneeling (left to right): D. Cowen; R. Bryant; R. Gaessei C. Privitera. Standing (left to right): J. Thompson; W. T. Penders; D. Ertz-berger; J. Carnes; B. Riley; R. E Whitmore; R. Jewsbury; W. McNeil; Mr. McMahon. The idea of democratic representation that was fostered in the West can be seen in the Junior and Senior Councils. The Junior Council governs the seventh, eighth and ninth grades, while the Senior Council governs the tenth, eleventh, and twelfth grades. Presided over by the Junior and Senior High Presidents, the Councils consider the suggestions of the homeroom representatives and present them to the Executive Council for approval. Among other projects instituted by the councils this year were the Books for Europe Drive and the establishment of our new front hall bulletin board committee. Kneeling (left to right) : S. McDonald, V. Miller, F. Benson, D. Miller, J. Heydweiler, R. McNeil, S. Mansfield, J. Purvis, L. Schmoll, P. Norris, R. Race. Standing (left to right) : J. Hull, K. Lenz, M. Ziminerli, J. Bliss, K. Wilson, S. Mount, R. Ran¬ som, K. Jutsum, D. vanGracfeiland, C. Schuhart, F. Wosnick. Sitting (left to right): S. MiTliman, K. Wilson, J. Corbett, N. bury, J. Carnes, D. Oyer, Mr. McMahon, Adviser, C. Hart, C. Roos, D. Gerstner, C. Hicks, J. Castner, D. Cimo, J. Britt. Privitera, D. Ransom, R. Metzinger, S. Mount, L. Eustance, Standing (left to right): S, Brayton, C. Arnold, S. Frey, R. Jews- R- Frattare, J. Fernekes. STUDENT ASSOCIATION OFFICERS Foreground (left to right): D. Ransom, K. Wilson. First row (left to right): D. Oyer, R. Jewsbury, D. Cimo, C. Privitera, L. Eustance, J. Carnes, S. Mount. Just as the Indian tribes of the West used the councils to rule their people, Charlotte High utilizes its student councils to make decisions affecting certain areas of student activity. Under the direction of the Student Asso¬ ciation President, the Executive Council is responsible for establishing the school budget, planning the scho ol’s calendar, or¬ ganizing student elections, regulating the cheerleading system, and directing many other student-sponsored activities. Among new projects undertaken this year, the Executive Council has instituted a committee to make more effective use of the school’s bulletin boards and display cases. Another council project has resulted in the displaying of individual portraits of former Student Association presidents. Being represented by these councils, the students are continually striving to bring better student government to Charlotte High School. 56 BANKING CLERKS First row (left to right): K. Hawken, S. Walker, J. Bishop, G. Cell, D. Sicbold, A. Schmcer. Second row: M. Calhoun, J. Peer, S. Short, D. Gray, B. Brodt, K. Krater, Mrs. Hofmann, Adviser. Third row: C. Dennis, C. Makin, J. Hauck, D. Spinel), SERVICE CORPS C. Snitzel, C. Harris, E. Pease, K. Stanton, P. Bauer, C. Chapin, H. Lowden. Fourth row: F. Petroske, N. Wereley, G. Geraci, J. Pape, D. Cimo, P. Lewis, H. Topel, E. Pieffer, L. Stundtner, A. Lynch, W. Bernecker, G. Halter, S. Weaver. Left to right: Mr. Frasch, Adviser, S. Case, C. Arnold, B. Brodt, J. Corbett. 57 Left to right: B. Riley, R. Bastian, T. Blum, R. Jcwsbury, S. Specialc, C. Hart J. Cushman. FIRE DRILL SQUAD Foreground: E. Mibaum. Sitting (left to right): J. Ely, B. Ottman, C. Hart. Kneeling (left to right): C. Mercer, D. Gerst- 58 ner, J. Burpee, W. Sleeter. Standing (left to right): Mr. Frasch, Adviser, K. Wilson, L. Allan, M. Morris, K. Teute, B. Deane, ' N. Shonnessy, P. Bauer. s s It -4 ! m If c VJNIT0fi « t y i f-T MONi t -f . LUNCHROOM MONITORS Foreground: W. Woods. Standing (left to right) : M. Macomber, P. Nenneau, D. Morrissey, B. Dwyer, F. Gray. Charlotte High is fortunate to have many organizations that are willing to assist in the efficient running of our school. Among these are the Lunchroom Monitors, Hall Monitors, Fire Drill Squad, Office Practice Assistants, and the Bookstore Clerks. Just as the aim of the vigilantes of the West was to serve law and justice, so do the Lunchroom and Hall Monitors strive to carry out order in our school. Under the guidance of Mr. Berndt and Mr. Gold¬ stein, the Lunchroom Monitors are work¬ ing with the students to maintain an atmos¬ phere in the cafeteria which is conducive to good digestion. The Hall Monitors, under the supervision of Mr. Shea, patrol the corridors to maintain orderly condi¬ tions in our overcrowded halls. As the cavalry of the West warned the settlers of impending dangers, so does the Fire Drill Squad of Charlotte similarly alert the students to the “all clear” signal. The familiar orange flag, displayed at the ten exits by Mr. Frasch’s squad, signifies that the building has been inspected and declared safe for reoccupancy. Acting as scouts who assisted the team master by relieving him of many duties, the Office Practice Assistants aid the teachers by lessening their never ending clerical work. The services they render are greatly appreciated by the teachers. Our bookstore, where one can purchase anything from pens to pennants and cray¬ ons to Kleenex, is carrying on the traditions established by the general store of the Old West. For their prompt, courteous service, the students extend their appreciation to Mr. DeCoster and the girls. OFFICE PRACTICE ASSISTANTS Left to right: P. Hawrylik, M. Syrnonds, L. Spallat. C. Reed, L. Rouse, J. Britt, D. Sattel, J. Klauss. BOOKSTORE CLERKS Left to right: J-. Thompson, J. Castner, C. Arnold, K. Hogan, C. Dennis, J Corbett uinffl.tr LUNCHROOM CASHIERS First row (left to right): S. Brayton, T. Davis, K. Wilson, S. Corrigan. Second row: J. Clymer, C. Benham, N. Erickson, L. Carr, M. Covell, B. Lind, J. Fernekes, B. Raymo. LIBRARY AIDS First row (left to right): C. Stenberg, D. McNeil, P. Lane, P. Kohl, E. Martin. Second row: K. Wilson, L. McGovern, Miss Cashman, C. Schuler, L. Kester. Third row: FI. Driscoll, B. Hampton, D. Bennet, G. Hysner, S.- Smith, M. Schmoll, J. Burton, S. Deihle, L. Kirby, S. Kester. A VAC First row (left to right): L. Wright, R. Carman, M. Fader, R. Thistle, F. Curtis, B. Freese. Second row: J. Clymer, P. Freckleton, C. Snitzel, G. Myers, N. Stout, E. Rupp. Third row: K. Wilson, A. Saveli, M. Mueller, R. Mainwaring, M. Macomber, S. Walker. Fourth row: C. Benham, J. Graby, C. Dennis, M. Lake, L. Hicks, C. Accorsa. Fifth row: E. Van Damme, J. Heath, M. Sutton, J. Lovejoy, W. Le Page, G. Geraci. Sixth row: C. DeGraff, W. Bender, N. Van Hooydonk, K. Myers, D. Garman, C. Smith. Seventh row: H. Kelly, D. Bruce, F. Johnston, T. Brewer, S. Blume, R. Beiter, J. Zenkar, L. Myers. Eighth row: B. Kiesling, T. Karnischky, N. Muir, R. Benesh, G. Perry, W. Brewer, T. Kohl, A. Bernard. The Audio-Visual Air Corps was established several years ago at Charlotte by Mr. Bennett. Interested stu¬ dents in grades eight through eleven may begin a training program at the beginning of the school year. Those who successfully complete the program are awarded a license to operate the wide range of audio-visual equipment which Charlotte owns. Miss Kay Miller is the adviser to the Corps. The Photo Service, under the supervision of Mr. Heffernan, is organized by students who are interested in photography. The boys in this organization are familiar figures as they practice their “shutterbug” techniques at most school functions. After they do their film processing in the school’s photo lab, they forward their final product to the display committee, the Pilot, the Witan or some¬ times Rochester’s daily newspapers. First row (left to right) : F. Gray, R. Hess, M. Leach. Second row (left to right): Mr. Heffernan, F. Johnson, Third row: R. Metzinger, T. Stone, L. Boscher, W. White. PHOTO SEE VICE 61 n , e e V ' . 1 ' •?„ ■?V ' ,vt ' r .uA v c,0°f cP - tffi V 0 c V v p e S o M VaA e. ' V e e iP, e A P p ' b ' W a, v SN%? n 4 e A 2 r jpk % ,; c ° JX “I will plant companionship thick as trees along the rivers of America, and along the shores of the Great Lakes, and all over the prairies” . . . Walt Whitman 64 To remind those who have forgotten and to inform those who do not know, the Witan staff of 1960 would like to take this opportunity to tell you how our yearbook got its name. Many years ago, in Anglo-Saxon England, every man in each town helped to rule his town by stating his opinions directly in an open meeting. As England grew, however, a need for a representative government arose. The king called all the wisest men in the kingdom to a council called a Witenagemot. Here each man spoke for those he represented. At Charlotte our yearbook, the Witarij represents you, the students. It speaks for your interests and activities. Jeannie Cushman Features Editor Linda Eustance Government Editor William Riley Photography Editor Charles Privitera Boys Sports Editor WIT AIT 1960 Barbara Elias Administrative Editor Mr. Richard McMahon Adviser Left to right: S. Brayton, L. Myers, C. ' Privitera, A. Bryan, V. Mills, N. Baehren, J. Davis, L. Okuniewicz, B. Elias, J. Fernekes. Anne Bryan Senior Section Editoi 1 Lydia Okuniewicz Activities Editor Linda Myers Senior Section Editor Judith Fernekes Editor-in-Chief WORKING WARRIORS Nancy Baehren Lay-out Editor Virginia Mills Art Editor First row: N. Erickson, D. Curtis, J. Leonard, K. Hogan. Second row: S. Wooden, M. Symonds, E. Agness, D. Spinell. Third row: R. Metzinger, P. Leach, W. White, C. Hicks, P. Meagher. Fourth row: C. MacDonald, J. Corbett, R. Smith, J. Van Hooydonk. On top: R. Ascroft. Carl Uthe Distribution Manager Jean Van Hooydonk Girls Sports Editor Marjorie Brigham Literary Editor Jacqueline Davis Secretary STAFF First row (left to right): R. Frattare, D. Anderson, N. Vragel, K. Spring, M. Symonds. Third row (left to right): S. Kelch, D. Curtis, D. Wendl, Mrs. Fenton (adviser). Second row (left to D. Bruce, D. Schickler, D. Rotolo, J. Cairns, J. Van Hooydonk, right): G. Ackley, N. Goodrich, P. Kalamen, S. Capparell, M. Freckleton, S. Brayton, J. Leonard, C. Reed, S. Wooden, N. Wereley, B. Viele, J. Webster, L. Gardner, N. Royer, R. J. Klauss, A. Marcanio, R. Hanson. Tascione, K. Gunther, L. Ekstrand, W. Stevenson, P. Owen, Freedom of the press, an important factor in the development of American democracy, has grown and expanded with our country. Among the settlers’ main con¬ tacts with friends and relatives back home was the newspaper. Just as the Western papers started with very little and grew, so Charlotte’s newspaper, the Pilot, en¬ larged. About forty years ago, the first edition of the Pilot was published in the print shop M. Cook, C. Wendl, N. Hagberg, C. Mansfield, of the old Charlotte High School. At that time, the Pilot was not a regular publica¬ tion. Today, however, it is issued every six weeks and has become a part of the curric¬ ulum at Charlotte. EDITORS B. Deane, R. Frattare, D. Wendl, D. Curtis, N. Vragel, 68 d. Anderson. First row (left to right): E. Anderson, K. Jutsum, S. Walker, to right): S. Wright, P. Allen, M. Blood, S. Vogt, D. Sleeter, L. Spencer, S. Miller, D. Foglia, K. Strong. Second row (left to P. Lewis, B. Ensman, P. Riley, D. Dobmeier, V. Worner, right): Mr. Molesworth (adviser), S. Mansfield, M. Cook, C. Piehler, L. Byam. N. Hagberg, C. Wendl, Mr. Johnson (adviser). Third row (left YORKERS The Yorkers Club, a relatively new junior high activity at Charlotte, was organized by Mrs. Friel and Mr. de Zafra in 1958. Now under the leadership of Mr. Moles¬ worth, this chapter of the New York State Historical Association is competing against about one hundred and fifty other groups. Awards are presented annually for the best projects undertaken by the various chapters throughout the state. For their first project this year, the Yorkers placed a wreath on Sam Patch’s grave to com¬ memorate his death one hundred and fifty years ago. OFFICERS Seated foreground (left to right): D. Curtis, L. Eustance, B. Brodt, L. Okuniewicz, L. Myers. First row (left to right): F. Coyle, S. Buck, B. Glasser, Miss Denio (adviser), J. Castner, A. Schattner, J. Read. Second row (left to right): L. Laske M. Fader, B Thistle, G. O’Donnell, W. Yawman, L. Davis, R. Davfs, K. Lowe, T. Fair, R. Schmeer, D. Carman, P. VanWieren. LES BABILLARDS OFFICERS Left to right: D. Curtis, L. Eustance, B. Brodt, Miss Denio (adviser), L. Okuniewicz. L. Mvers. One of the most significant phases dur¬ ing the settlement of the West was the blending of many cultures into a melting pot. As America grew, an interest in the study of foreign languages arose. Les Ba- billards, the French Honor Society, is a symbol of this interest. It is composed of students from the second and third year French classes who have maintained a high average in their study of the language. During the year, the members hold a formal initiation tea and participate in an inter-high French banquet or Soiree. The Carolyn Emerson Prize book is awarded for the highest French II regents exam, and French III pupils who have main¬ tained an “A” average receive honor awards. 70 First row (left to right): P. Meagher, E. Agness, D. Oyer, C. Privitera, B. Elias, F. Johnston. Second row (left to right): Miss Celso (adviser), Mrs. Thompson (adviser). Third row (left to right) : H. Lowden, J. Hammersla, K. Hogan, B. May, W. Cathcart, W. Arnold, O. Caswell, J. Brayer, R. Benesh, D. Eeeter, K. Myers, A. Marcanio. Fourth row (left to right): M. Freckleton, R. Ross, J. Fernekes, S. Schrader, A. Bryan, S. Lembke, C. Cange, M. Lewis, B. Bellinger, J. Thompson, K. Stanton, S. Lewis. OPTIMATES OFFICERS As America expanded and gained influ¬ ence in world affairs, we realized the im¬ portance of foreign languages in under¬ standing foreign cultures. Latin became the foundation of many of these languages. The Latin Honor Society was established to encourage students to strive for and maintain a high scholastic standing in Latin. The qualification for membership is described in the society’s name, “Opti- mates,” meaning best. The emblem of the society is the Fasces, a bundle of reeds around an ax, which is a symbol of strength. Members of the society who have maintained an “A” average for three years are presented with a Cum Laude Pin. Left to right: C. Privitera, B. Elias, D. Oyer, F. Johnston, P. Meagher, E. Agness, Miss Celso (adviser), Mrs. Thompson (adviser). 71 COMMERCIAL HONOR SOCIETY The Commercial Honor Society, now almost thirty years old, is com¬ posed of junior and senior girls who have maintained a high scholastic average. Inviting business people and postgraduates to speak on office rou¬ tines and procedures, they combine work with pleasure, and learn about the business world which they plan to enter. Under the guidance of Mrs. Roberts, Mr. Ertle, and Mrs. Hof¬ mann, many of these girls work in the office and act as secretaries for var¬ ious teachers. OFFICERS Seated in foreground (left to right): P. Leach, B. Ellis, Mr. Ertle (adviser). First row (left to right) : J. VanHooydonk, L. Laske, M. Skorochoda, J. Castner, C. Hicks. Second row (left to right): M. Craine, M. Cass, J. Ziarko, E. Pease, A. Reed, B. Fenner, D. Cimo, N. Mount. Left to right: B. Ellis, J. Van Hooydonk, Mrs. Hofmann (adviser), Mr. Ertle ( adviser). P. Leach. INTERNATIONAL CLUB First row (left to right): J. Corbett, C. Macdonald, B. Hunter, J. Leonard, D. Priest, K. Van- Leer. Second row (left to right): S. Freese, K. Hull, Mrs. Luckett (adviser), Mr. Howland (adviser), V. Mills, E. Pease. The International Club, a new extracurricular activity at Charlotte, was organized a year ago by Mrs. Luckett in an effort to improve understanding of peoples of other na¬ tions. Membership in the organiza¬ tion is limited to pupils in the senior high. This year the group is headed by Mrs. Luckett and Mr. Howland. The club plans interesting meetings at which people from other lands speak and show slides describing their countries. A special attraction this year was a banquet at which William Clay, Rochester attorney, spoke on his tour through Russia. 72 FUTURE TEACHERS OF AMERICA Education was an important phase of America’s expansion. At an early date, Massachusetts passed a law ordering every town of fifty inhab¬ itants to engage a teacher to instruct the children in reading and writing. As other areas were settled they, too, made laws to provide for the school¬ ing of the young. The Future Teachers of Amenca is an organization of students who are planning to enter the teaching pro¬ fession. Realizing that America’s fu¬ ture success depends on an educated society, these future teachers are ded¬ icated to broadening the horizon of knowledge. This club is a national organiza¬ tion which participates in activities concerned with the teaching profes¬ sion. Advised by Mrs. Granger, these students make trips, sponsor teas, and see films which encourage and en¬ lighten them. Seated in foreground (left to right): P. Owen, C. MacDonald, Z. McCale. Seated (left to right): N. Erickson, J. Corbett, D. Spinell, B. Elias, L. Okuniewicz, D. Curtis. Standing (left to right): L. Gardner, K. McFarland, B. White, G. Bishop, P. Minster, N. Wereley, J. Webster, B. Hunter, S. Capparell, S. Lewis, B. Deane, C. Makin, M. Fischer. FUTURE NURSES OF AMERICA First row (left to right): J. Vacanti, B. Davis, B. Lind. Second row (left to right): J. Britt, P. East, J. Taylert, J. Carnes, B. Keiser. Third row (left to right) : B. Bellenger, S. Lembke, P. Beckwith, K. Hull, Mrs. Affleck (adviser), K. Fox, C. Fuhrman, P. Bauer, L. Eustance. The Future Nurses of America, organized in 1957, is part of a na¬ tional organization to further ac¬ quaint girls with the many aspects of a future career in nursing. Any girl in the senior high may join. This year, the twenty members in the group meet twice a month at 8:00 A.M. Requirements for membership include attendance at twelve regular meetings, twenty days of volunteer nursing at one of the city hospitals, and one field trip. New members are pinned during an initiation ceremony which takes place in the University of Rochester Library. 73 SENIOR Y-TEENS FRESHMAN Y-TEENS Seated (left to right): C. Hicks, B. Brodt, P. Hawrylik, D. Spinell, L. Eustance. First row (left to right): J. Davis, C. Arnold, M. Lewis, P. Leach, K. McFarland, B. Ellis, C. Reed, J. Fernekes, J. Corbett. CHARLOTTE First row (left to right): C. Spino, M. Covell, S. Mount, L. Wright, S. McDonald, M. Calhoun. Second row (left to right) : V. Sims, J. Clymer, S. Raymond, S. Kelchj C. Martin, L. Ekstrand, M. Squier. Y-Teens is a girls’ organization which is sponsored by the Y.W.C.A. Each grade has its own group of girls who participate in worthwhile activities for the community as well as supply entertainment for their own enjoyment. Their activities include films, speakers, community projects, parties, dances, and Y.W.C.A. activities. Their primary purpose is, “to build a fellowship of women and girls devoted to the task of realizing in our common life those ideals of personal and social living to which we are committed by our faith as Christians.” SOPHOMORE Y-TEENS Y-TEEUS JUNIOR Y-TEENS First row (left to right): K. Stork, K. VanLeer, L. Gardner, M. Moore, B. Ramos, J. Pape. Second row (left to right): J. Downhill, J. Parr, B. Deane, B. White, J. Vacanti, M. Monti, D. Dreyer, D. Siebold. First row (left to right): L. Laske, J. Farrese. Second row (left to right): C. Schoeberlein, N. Mount, M. Skorochoda, L. Smith, J. Press. 75 MAJORETTES The Majorettes of 1960 made a special hit this year with their sparkling routines and attractive outfits. Combining unique ideas with their skills, the squad increased their popularity considerably this year. They entertained during half-t imes at foot¬ ball and basketball games as well as many other school functions. The group is under the direction of Bonnie Spitz, captain, and Diane Spinell, co-captain. Front to rear: C. Makin, D. Spinell, P. Rail Ion, B. Mitchell, C. MacDonald, F. Whitman, B. Spitz. SENIOR BAND First row (left to right): M. McKain, Z. McCale, L. Gardner, C. Glasser, S. Walker, L. Spencer. Second row (left to right): J. Webster, S. Brayton, R. Short, R. Woods, R. Benesh, P. Basti, B. Oyer, C. Stork, B. May, J. Leonard. Third row (left to right) : S. Vogt, K. Strong, D. Macdonald, P. Cross, C. Street, T. Saul, R. Schultz, R. Durand, W. Bishop, J. McKain, M. Long, T. Nielsen, S. Weber, W. Cathcart. Fourth row (left to right): B. Case, T. Karnischky, P. Freckleton, F. Johnston, T. Bilak, Mr. Crawford (director), H. Benge, W. Roberts, D. Taylor. i i ! I yffT f II If • CHARLOTTE LITTLE THEATER In foreground: D. Siebold, J. Hull. First row (left to right): J- Burton, I.. Schrnoll, G. Calkins, D. Thomas, R. Reiser, R. Watson, R. Hare, K. Edwards, J. Martin, P. Freckleton, ' • Mount, M. Foglia, K. Gunther, L. Ekstrand, G. Allen, E. Bohrer, E. Kingston, D. Wesp, P. Petrillo, R. Wilson. Second Dennis, C. YVhelpley. Fourth row (left to right): M. Soprano, row (left to right): P. Kelly, S. Elliott, D. Cimo, Ft Coyle, ”■ McQuown, I. Blum, C. Warwin, C. Chapin, N. Downhill, A. Lynch, J. Burpee, K. W ' ilson, C. Hart, S. Wright, B. Clark. J- Smith, R. Batz, L. Tedesco, D. Bruce, S. Case, T. Sampson, Third row (left to right): M. Brown, R. Reis, M. Calhoun, D. Anderson, P. Kalamen, F. Petroske, R. Tascione. SENIOR ORCHESTRA First row (left to right): J. Webster, G. Cummings, P. Humby, J. Parrish, P. Minster, K. Arnold, S. Brayton. Second row (left to right) : T. Saul, L. Ekstrand, M. McKain, T. Bilak, Z. McCale, L. Gardner, L. Spencer, J. Leonard, S. Walker, D. Carman, C. Cange, S. Sturdy. Third row (left to right): R. Bryant, R. Short, J. McKain, W. Bishop, R. Woods, P. Basti, B. Oyer, M. Benge, M. Long, T. Nielsen, S. W ' eber, YV. Cathcart, Cl. Behnke. Standing (left to right) : B. Case, T. Karnischky, G. Perry, Mr. Crawford (director), P. Freckleton, D. Oyer. Seated in foreground: Miss Woodruff (accompanist). First row (left to right): Miss Bolton (director), B. Davis, S. Schrader, G. Mastrodonato, J. Hammersla, R. Hanson, W. Westcott, R. Rinker, R. Ransom, D. Schreiber, H. Lowden, M. Moore, B. Elias, G. Green, K. VanLeer, B. Clark. Second row (left to right) : B. Adams, M. DeWaard, B. Deane, D. Walker, J. Zak, G. Calkins, K. Arnold, G. Wilson, W. Fleming, D. Moran, B. Ramos, B. Foehner, P. East. Third row (left to right): J. Barnes, J. Adams, E. Peiffer, W. McQuown, J. Matarazzo, B. Yaniszewski, D. Wendl, J. Smith, S. Case, J. Bauer, C. Mercer, S. Milliman, L. Okuniewicz, P. Helfert, J. Pape, J. Parr. Fourth row (left to right): N. Buck, S. Buck, M. Brigham, A. Marvin, S. Hendricks, K. Tessier, T. Saul, T. Stone, L. Boscher, R. Metzinger, W. White, W. Brewer, J. Moore, C. Reed, A. Schattner, S. Groth, S. Brayton. „ „ %HARLOTTEERS M+|tv g %jCV , rJ u ‘ THE GHAHDE BELLES First row (left to right): S. Taylor, C. Schuler, L. Kirby, J. McPherson, K. Schembra, T. Davis, C. Spino, L. Harris, C. Benham, P. Carpenter. Second ' row (left to right) : J. Olgren, F. Frank, R. Privitera, L. Wright, G. Allen, V. Sims, J. Clymer, K. Wilson, L. Carr, J. Page. Third row (left to right): K. Keller, S. Huff, D. Gartz, M. deZafra, S. Corrigan, K. Gunther, S. Guite, B. Rushforth. S. Pape, V. Mostyn, J. Graby, S. Keltch, C. Martin. 78 JUNIOR CHOIR First row (left to right): Miss Bolton (director), K. Putnam, E. Engler, S. Gifford, L. Ward, S. Brodt, E. Bohrer, F. Gray, P. Stevenson, M. Ferraro, D. Kiesling, A. Schmeer, L. Byam, P. Durand, M. Rex, D. McNeil, OLD OPREY R. Ritto. Second row (left to right): D Siebold, S. Halter, P. Kohl, C. Wendl, P. Stratton, M. Macomber, P. Norris, D. Stanton, D. Wright, R. McNeil, T. Blum, H. Beatty, M. Masseth, A. F ' iorino, D. Popinny, C. Sertl, G. Gell, S. Adaskin. Third row (left to right): P. Kinney, P. Lane, K. Bryce, P. Ford, S. Deihle, W. Dwyer, G. Kyler, J. Mangene, G. Monahon, R. Keiser, P. Hayes, D. Dilworth, D. Weiss, A. Anderson, B. Haag, M. Mueller, J. Bixby, A. Witters, S. Roller, L. Hicks, R. Fornataro. Fourth row (left to right) : D. Truesdale, H. Duckworth, S. Mansfield, M. Cook, N. Hagberg, D. Morrissey, B. House, R. Jagus, L. Cook, K. McKellar, P. Lewis, J. Burton, F. Tarantello, R. Sergisson, C. Tolhurst, L. Embling, J. Uthe, C. Gerhard, K. Feneran, B. Welton, L. Kimble. INTER-HIGH MEMBERS First row (left to right): C. Warwin, S. Adaskin, D. Schreiber, M. Ferraro, D. Moran, T. Karnischky. Second row (left to right): M. Rex, G. Green, B. Adams, D. Garman, Z. McCale, S. Kelch. Third row (left to right) : L. Ritto, B. Foehner, S. Hendricks, W. Westcott, W. Brewer, G. Cummings. Fourth row (left to right): S. Case, S. Brayton, M. DeWaard, J. Webster, L. Gardner, B. Clark. Fifth row (left to right): C. Martin, S. Pape, T. Davis, T. Saul, T. Stone, 79 B. Oyer, J. Smith. r? CANTEEN 1960 Charlotte’s “hoe down,” the Teen Canteen, is one of the most popular functions of the school. This, the oldest canteen in Rochester, was originated by Miss Miner in 1943. The Teen Canteen is unique in many ways. At present, it is the only school-sponsored canteen in the Rochester public schools. Sponsored by the student committees with the aid of Mr. Richard Berndt, the faculty adviser, the canteens are planned to offer entertainment and recrea¬ tion at low cost. Some of the activities include dancing, ping-pong, basketball, volley ball, and pool. Intermission entertainment, usually supplied by school talent, is also provided by the student canteen committee. Occasionally, profits from the canteens are given to the senior class to help defray 1 Vitan expenses. CANTEEN COMMITTEE Left to right: K. Fox, P. Keane, K. Stanton, Mr. Berndt (adviser), G. Whitmore, P. Woodhall. K. Ackroyd, S. Milliman, C. Hart. They saw no horizon dark; Deemed all games their trail to possible futures. 82 VARSITY GRIDIRON Top row (left to right): P. Goldring, L. Rolfe, K. Lendeck, J. Schifano, T. Goodwin, B. Caswell, R. LaDieu, R. Davis, D. McNeil, J. Curtis. Second row down (left to right): D. Cowen, R. Krattare, H. Swingle, G. Schultz, W. Moschettieri, B. Gaita, D. Bruce, D. Anderson, M. Lucas, T. Magee. Third row down (left to right) : Coach Quenan, C. Privitera, F. Johnston, J. Frattare, B. White, Mr. Dunn. First row (left to right): L. Kilmer, L. Gumaer, T. Tickner, O. Caswell, C. Uthe, R. Ascroft, M. McNamara. VARSITY FOOTBALL SCORES C.H.S. 12 Monroe 18 C.H.S. 1 Franklin 0 C.H.S. 0 Marshall 0 C.H.S. 19 East 20 C.H.S. 7 West 47 C.H.S. 0 Madison 27 C.H.S. 19 Jefferson 41 C.H.S. 0 Edison 20 forfeit Ron Frattare, John Frattare 84 « © WRANGLERS Back row (left to right): R. Johnson, D. Shurgot, G. Whitney, J. Housel, A. Bernard, N. Carter, A. Gantert, J. Smith, G. Petroske, 1. Kohl, R. Caswell, R. Lush. Middle row (left to right): L. Lapi, D. Kiesling, A. Gerdes, S. Benedict, W. Parker, J. Ascroft, S. Sargent, J. Eckrich, R. Heberger, T. Nielsen, J. Domra, R. Ransom (manager). Front row (left to right): N. Jones, M. Tryon, W. Bernecker, N. Van Hooydonk, A. Bryan, N. Britt. Front: Mr. Murray (coach). FOOTBALL ' 59ers Although the varsity football team ran into some tough opposition and had several untimely injuries, t he season may prove to have been successful in the gaining of valuable experience. Catching the spirit of the pioneers, we are determined to “never give up.” In spite of this rather disappointing season, there were bright spots. Highlights for the varsity team were a 0-0 tie with our arch-rival, Marshall, and an exciting 20-19 loss to East. The J.V. season was highlighted by a 14-13 win over East in a thrilling come-from-behind win. “Top Wranglers” on our team were Ron and John Frattare, Bob Ascroft, and Tom Tickrrer who all were recognized with honorable mention in the local newspapers. Tom Tickner, Bob Ascroft. 85 VARSITY SOCCER Standing (left to right): L. Forster, G. McGovern, D. Carman, T. Peck, D. Ertz-Berger, J. Brayer, T. Fair, J. Kennerson, N. Gifford, H. Duckworth, C. Kester. Kneeling (left to right) : J. Insalaco, E. Reichart, Coach Teamerson, B. May, G. Calkins, P. Kalarnen. VARSITY SOCCER SCORES C.H.S. 0 Madison 4 C.H.S. 0 West 0 C.H.S. 4 Monroe 6 C.H.S. 0 Marshall 2 C.H.S. 0 East 1 C.H.S. 2 Jefferson 10 C.H.S. 2 Franklin 6 C.H.S. 0 Edison 4 The Charlotte High hooters had their ups and downs this season. It seemed that the boys played their best against the top teams in the league, and slumped against the second division clubs. They reached their peak in the final game of the season when they held West, the league co-champion, to a scoreless draw. Our team was the only team to shut out the Occidentals all season. Outstanding players of the season were Terry Fair and Tony Peck. The Jayvees met with fair success as they ended their season with one victory as against three setbacks. J. V. SOCCER Top (left to right): M. Kretovic, W. Westcott, E. Campbell, R. Pine, R. White, S. Speciale, R. Bastian, S. Weber, J. Scheutzow, R. Gerhard, J. Van Gieson. Kneeling (left to right): L. Laske, W. McNeil, A. Gregg, R. Denison, C. Remillard, J. Brasser. J.V. SOCCER SCORES C.H.S. 2 West C.H.S. 4 Marshall C.H.S. 0 Jefferson C.H.S. 2 East C.H.S. 1 Madison 4 8 0 6 0 86 CROSS COUNTRY Coach Molesworth and All- Scholastic runner, Ferrante. Left to right: G. Burton, Mr. Molesworth (standing), B. Oyer, K. Lowe, B. Bishop, B. Cathcart, D. Oyer, J. Ferrante, R. Durant, K. Eaton. Lack of depth, especially in the sprints, prevented Mr. Quenan’s trackmen from winning more than three meets, but the season was brightened by many outstanding individual performances. Dick Mercer completed his fourth year as a broad jumper with no defeats in the regular season. Russ Adams established a new school record of 10 ' 4 in the pole vault, and placed third in the City Individual Meet. Mike Carnahan broke the Charlotte record with a 4:50.9 mile, good for third in the City Meet, and in this same meet Dave Oyer placed third in the 880. Outstanding in their events were John Ferrante (880), Tom Goodwin (high jump and shot put), Mel Youngjohn (440), Larry Werner (pole vault and hurdles), Ron Fulmer (440), and Carl Uthe, who scored 48% points in the 100 yard dash and high jump. TRACK Top (left to right) : R. Benesh, R. Ascroft, G. O’Donnell, C. Uthe, M. Carnaiutn, B. Childs, B. Oyer, A. Gassett, O. Caswell, M. Youngjohn, K. Lowe, D. Peske, T. Goodwin. Bottom (left to right): M. McCain, J. Ferrante, D. Oyer, S. Speciale, R. Neider, G. Hughes, L. Werner, H. Royer, R. Fulmer, J. Curtis, K. Zirkel. TRACK SCORES CHS. 70 East 25 C.H.S. 29 Marshall 66 C.H.S. 50% Jefferson 44% C.H.S. 46% West 48 ' 2 C.H.S. 33% Madison 61% Wtmr 24 Franklin 71 C.H.S. 43 Monroe 52 C.H.S. 66% Edison 28% C.H.S. 33% Aquinas 61% 87 VARSITY Left to right: J. Frattare, R. Frattare, T. Fair, D. Gerstner, M. McNamara, T. Goodwin, Mr. Murray (coach), D. Ertz- Berger, J. Kennerson, R. Zimmerli, M. Lucas, A. Ricigliano. SCORES C.H.S. 37 Madison 53 C.H.S. 22 Monroe 45 CHS. 38 Marshall 53 C.H.S. 30 Edison 60 C.H.S. 40 Franklin 62 C.H.S. 35 McQuaid 74 C.H.S. 46 Jefferson 56 C.H.S. 27 McQuaid 52 C.H.S. 36 East 41 C.H.S. 55 West 72 C.H.S. 43 Madison 77 C.H.S. 43 Monroe 45 C.H.S. 40 Marshall 57 C.H.S. 40 Edison 58 C.H.S. 50 Franklin 82 C.H.S. 50 Jefferson 63 C.H.S. 32 East 41 C.H.S. 53 West 72 BASKETBALL 1959-60 Although going “none for eighteen” this season, the 1959-60 team gave its loyal supporters many exciting moments. Playing their utmost on the hardwood against Monroe and East, they lost both in the last few moments of the game by 45-42, 40-36 respectively. The future for the ’60-’61 campaign looks brighter since the never-say- die boys have five of the varsity returning after a year of grooming. John Frattare culminated his fourth year on the starting five as the backcourt playmaker. Tom Goodwin, Tony Peck, and Ron Frattare were consistent point-getters, while Bob Zimmerli, Terry Fair, and Mark Lucas showed that they will have to be reckoned with in the coming season. Mark Lucas Terry Fair IV. Left to right: D. Cowen, S. Speciale, D. Anderson, R. West, A. Gerdes, D. Bruce, G. Whitney, T. Karnischky, L. Davis, A. Palumbo, B. Oyer, J. Van Gieson, D. Rudd. Kneeling: Coach Molesworth. FRESHMAN John Frattarc Tony Pecoraro Left to right: R. Kiesling, J. Ascroft, W. Parker, S. Sargent, C. Schuhart, N. Britt, J. Eckrich, T. Nielsen, N. Jones, M. Kretovic. Kneeling: Coach Molesworth. Tom Goodwin Ron Frattare t ' tP SWIMMING VARSITY Back row (left to right): Mr. Dunn (Coach), L. Boscher, W. Sleeter, R. Denison, G. Caswell, W. Tarr, VV. Muir, L. Kilmer, A. Dodd, R. Bastian, F. Johnston. Middle row (left to right): D. Garmen, D. Oyer, W. Wagner, L. Davis, R. DeRoo, J. Van Hooydonk, R. Lush, W. Fleming. Front row (left to right) P. Kalamen, D. Fisher, D. Rohr, H. Bryan, J. Domm, R. Ransom. VARSITY SCORES SCORES C.H.S. 38 Franklin 48 CHS. 39 West 48 C.H.S. 60 Edison 25 CHS. 51 Jefferson 34 C.H.S. 40 East 46 C.H.S. 31 Monroe 53 C.H.S. 65 Madison 19 C.H.S. 50 Marshall 35 JUNIOR SWIMMERS First row (left to right): F. Petroske, K. Edwards, D. Millen, D. Hayes, J. Marciano, J. Van Hooydonk, J. Sally, J. McCale, R. Fuller, P. Stevenson, T. Keating. Second row (lejt to right) : Mr. Dunn (Coach), A. Saveli, D. Sleeter, P. Lewis, R. Weber, C. Folhurst, G. Caswell, R. McNeil, J. Demchock, G. Gumaer, T. Kingston, R. Green, R. Gee. 90 n� fit Ron Bastian This year in the midst of a disparaging sports season the swim team has come through in fine style. They fin¬ ished the season at 4 won—4 lost, losing at least two meets in the final relay. The season has produced some very fine swimmers who should have C.H.S. very close to the top at the end of next season. Ron Bastian was top point-getter in the medleys and freestyle, while Warren Sleeter was a consistent finisher in the backstroke. Frank Johnston finished his last season with some diving upsets of his own and Larry Kilmer was a bulwark on the team relay. The sectionals found C.H.S. finishing seventh in the team standings with Warren Sleeter taking third, Ron Bastian fifth, and the relay team fifth. Next year, with the development of some fine younger members, the C.H.S. swim team may prove to be one of the school’s finest. Don Garman Frank Johnston Larry Kilmer 91 Brian Covert r ( C.H.S. 3 East 4 CHS. 0 Edison 0 C.H.S. 3 West 7 C.H.S. 7 Franklin 3 C.H.S. 8 Madison 4 C.H.S. 0 Monroe 3 C.H.S. 3 Marshall 4 C.H.S. 1 Jefferson 4 Bill Ottman Tony Pecoraro BASEBALL 1959 Bert Ottman Mark Lucas Mr. Bill Dunn, Coach Bill McKendry The 1959 Varsity Baseball Team wound up the season on the short side of a two for eight record. Lack of experience hindered the squad; ten of four¬ teen members were juniors or below. Seniors who played their last contest for the green and white were Brian Covert, Bill McKendry, Jack Laird, and Mixe Rex. This year, John Frattare has returned to action behind the plate, and is expected to combine with Bill Har¬ greaves for a winning battery combination. As the WIT AN goes to press, the 1960 season seems to be promising as it begins with a 9-8 victory over Madison. First row: D. McElligott, D. Mitchell, J. Klapp, M. Tryon, E. Campbell. Second row: W. Randall, W. Hargreaves, A. Hanson, C. Warwin. Third row: C. Schillaci, G. Martin, P. Schillaci, Mr. Teamerson (Coach), G. Kavanaugh, L. Forster, D. Cancelmi, C. Wedel. The 1959 Wrestling team showed great promise, even with their 0 and 8 record for the season. The team has many promising wrestlers coming up for future years. Outstanding wrestlers on the team this year were Glen Kavanaugh with a 7 and 1 record, Pete Schillaci with a 3 and 0 record, and Lee Forster with a 3 and 3 record. In the sectional competition this year, Glen Kav¬ anaugh and Dick Mainwaring were runners-up to the city champs in the 154 pound and the 98 pound weight classes respectively. Jerry Klapp cornered. Bill Hargreaves ready for the kill. 94 LEADER CORPS First row (left to right): K. Myers, D. Oyer, G. Calkins, H. Kelly, Mr. Dunn (Adviser), D. Gerstner, R. Bryant, D. Rohr, B. LePage, A. Ricigliano. Second row (left to right): J. Ken- nerson, R. Emerson, R. Frattare, J. Olgren, R. Durand, J. Lill, R. Bastian, R. Eisen, G. Petroske, T. Diehl, W. Wagner, R. Fulmer, D. Burke, S. Specialc, L. Forster, R. Stone, S. Blume. Third row (left to right): W. Hargreaves, D. Shurgot, W. McNeil, G. Kavanaugh, W. Muir, B. Oyer, T. Stone, R. LaDicu, A. Broughton, M. McNamara, R. Davis, L. Kilmer, R. Benesh, R. Ascroft, T. Peck, B. Ottman, J. Frattare. The Leader Corps is a boys’ organization founded two years ago at Charlotte High School. One of its primary purposes is to promote the physical, mental, moral and social well being of our students. Chief among the functions of the Corps is the program of gym class “Leaders,” an activity designed to assist the health education teachers and provide valuable leader¬ ship training for the Corps members. Each Leader is responsible for a gym squad which he selects in Septem¬ ber and works with throughout the year. In addition to health education activities, the Corps has established a treasury by maintaining a refreshment stand at football games and by doing set-up work at Canteens. At present, the Leader Corps is an organization unique at Charlotte High School. It is hoped that the good work of our group will encourage other high schools to follow our example. Rene Durand, Andy Broughton. 95 Terry Diehl, Harry Kelly, Bill Le Page. amis’ ATHLETIC COUNCIL Left to right: J. Thompson (Secretary), N. Roos (Vice- President), J. Femekes (President), B. Foehner (Assistant Secretary). CHIEFS Years ago, Indian councils contained the real power over all the other Indians. They met at specific times to talk about problems and to vote on the decisions. This council consisted of the older tribesmen. Here at Charlotte we find the same principle employed in the G.A.C. It consists of the 9th through 12th grade girls who govern all girls’ athletic activities after school. The council meets once a month and is advised by Miss Booth. A G.A.C. member is expected to assist her class¬ mates in athletic activities, help the faculty advisors, and stimulate an interest in girls’ sports. Activity points are awarded for attendance. Under Charlotte’s new award system, an award is given when 250 points have been reached. TRIBESMEN Kneeling and sitting (left to right): S. Lembke, N. Roos, J. K. Stanton, M. Shayler, J. Peer. Standing (left to right): A. Fernekes, P. Owen, S. Reid, S. Brayton, K. Hogan, J. Corbett, Bryan, S. Lewis, N. Wereley, L. Stundtner, C. Makin, J. Thomp- M. Fischer. L. Myers, M. Goulet, J. Webster, S. Pape, E. Pease. son, A Schattner, J. Castner, B. Glasser, J. Monti, B. Foehner. 96 SOCCER The girls’ soccer club, under the direction of Miss Von Berg, experi¬ enced an extremely wet season. In spite of the weather, the girls did manage to get in a few games of soccer. They are looking forward to a drier and more successful season next fall. First row (left to right): B. Davis, K. Hogan, K. Spring, J. Downhill, Z. McCale. Second row: D. Curtis, S. Buck ' , S. Schattner, J. Thompson. Third row: J. Monti, J. Castner, B. Foehner, N. Roos, J. Bennett, A. Bryan, R. Gunther, M. Fisher, K. Strut. JUNIOR-SENIOR FRESHMAN-SOPHOMORE BADMINTON Badminton, a very popular sport here at Charlotte High, attracted many girls from grades nine through twelve. This year girls played dou¬ bles; each girl had a partner and each set of partners played together for the season. At the end of the season the partners with the highest total of points played off for the championship. First row (left to right): E. Agness, J. Thomp¬ son, K. Spring. Second row: J. Fernekes, N. Erickson, N. Roos, M. Walker. Third row: L. Gray, S. Lewis, T. Stoltz, K. McFarland, L. Okuniewiez. Fourth row: D. Curtis, J. Van Hooydonk. Fifth row: B. Smith, N. Baehren. First row (left to right): S. MacDonald, P. Owen. Second row: J. Clymer, J. Webster, B. White. Third row: M. Calhoun, B. Deane, S. Capparall, N. Wereley, K. Wilson. Fourth row: L. Stundtner, J. Hed. Fifth row: C. Martin, S. Kelch. 97 VOLLEYBALL JUNIOR-SENIOR First row (left to right): J. Reed, E. Agness, J. Fernekes, C. Freese, A. Marcanio, B. Brodt, K. Spring, J. Davis, C. Gcll, J. Corbett. Second row (left to right) : P. Woodhall, J. Thompson, J. Hammersla, L. Eustance, M. Lewis, A. Bryan, E. Pease, J. Castner, S. Lembke, S. Weaver. Third row (left to right): J. Hauck, N. Roos, C. Hicks, N. Mount, L. Okuniewicz, KL Fox, S. Lewis, L. Smith, S. Brayton, D. Sattel, P. Raillon, J. Press, B. Gasser, B. Foehner. Fourth row (left to right): A. Ferguson, M. Freckleton, S. Milliman, K. McFarland, D. Cimo, P. Hawrylik, S. Buck, B. Muszynski, K. Hull, A. Marvin, J. Van Hooydonk, D. Curtis, N. Baehren, R. Smith, T. Whyte. FRESHMAN-SOPHOMORE Volleyball club this year has at¬ tracted close to one hundred girls. The teams were made up according to classes with competition being held between the Senior and Junior teams and the Sophomore and Fresh¬ man teams. First row (left to right): J. Forsyth, S. MacDonald, J. Conti, M. Goulet, P. Carpenter, P. Owen, M. Squire, C. Schuler, S. Reid, K. Stork. Second row (left to right) : J. Palmateer, J. Peer M. Fisher, C. Makin, B. White, M. Covel, L. Wright, R. Tascione, L. Grunaur, P. McCarthy. Third row: M. Mathews, N. Wereley, L. Gardner, A. Lynch, G. Whitmore, G. Francis, C. Fuhrmer, K. DeMato, J. Hed, D. Adams, S. Capperell, B. Deane, J. Webster, J. DeSalvatore, K. Keller. Fourth row (left to right): S. Mathews, J. Graby, S. Love, S. Mount, C. Spaulding, C. Chapin, C. Martin, S. Kelch, C. Tarr, S. Raymond, J. Bennett, V. Mostyn, C. Barnes, P. Minster. BOWLING First row (left to right): J. Corbett, C. Schoeberlcin, E. Hall, L. Spallat, B. Adams, E. Agness, L. Hime, P. Scheuch, C. Gell. Second row: B. Elias, C. Freese, C. Macdonald, B. Atwood, A. Goldring, R. Hanson, A. Marcanio, B. Brodt. Third row: B. Foehner, S. Weaver, J. Castner, C. Bohnhorst, C. Hicks, P. Helfert, B. Peiffer, L. Nuss, A. Reed, B. Glasser, K. Stanton, E. Wilson. Fourth row: J. Carr, J. Press, L. Smith, K. Smith, A. Ferguson, S. Schattner, K. McFarland, P. Hawrylik, T. Whyte, J. Carnes, K. Fox, M. Skorochoda, E. Lapi, J. Hauck. First row (left to right): J. Thompson, F. Whitman, S. Schrader, C. Bracken. Second row: P. Bauer, P. Woodhall, N. Mount, M. Freckleton, M. Brigham, J. Anderson. BASKETBALL Basketball, another one of the many girls’ sports offered at Charlotte, had a good turnout this year. At the beginning of the season the club was open to ninth graders and those who wished to learn the funda¬ mentals. During the next season it was opened to the more experienced girls. Al¬ though the girls might not fare well against the boys’ varsity, they would compete well in any league of their own. 99 First row (left to right): K. Street, J. Sheutzow, D. Murray, K. Spring, J. Read, D. Siebold. Second row (left to right) : B. Glasser, J. Monti, C. Makin, M. Fisher, N. Roos, J. Hammersla, L. Ecktrand, K. Gunther, P. Owen, C. Whyte. Third row (left to right) : A. Marvin, J. Van Hooydonk, S. Schattner, S. Buck, R. Smith, S. Lewis, N. Goodrich, S. Brayton, G. Francis, C. Capparell, G. Bishop, N. Wereley, E. Pease, J. Castner. GAMES CLUB First row (left to right): C. Maier, D. Macdonald, C. Martin, J. Bishop, B. Nicolose, H. Driscoll. Second row: M. Parr, K. Newman, F. Boyd, C. Engler, D. Hare, G. Myers, S. Walker, S. Kester. Third row: S. McAvoy, D. Dennis, S. Vogt, D. Dobmeir, K. Bliss, B. Vandertang, J. Wenrick. Swimming and Games Club, the two sports open to the seventh and eighth graders, had a good year with a record turnout of girls. Seventh graders in Games Club play a wide variety of games designed to improve co-ordination and foster a com¬ petitive spirit. In the Swimming Club the girls are taught various strokes which helps them in meeting their school swimming requirements. 100 Foreground (left to right): S. Frey, J. Britt. Standing (left to right) : J. Leonard, P. Helfert, S. Weaver, B. Viele, R. Hanson, B. Brodt, A. Marcanio, S. Schrader, J. Datds. VARSITY CHEERLEADERS “Out where the handclap’s a little stronger. Out where the smile dwells a little longer, That’s where the West begins.” These words of Arthur Chapman are applicable to Charlotte’s cheerleaders. Their vigorous cheering, clap¬ ping, and vivacious enthusiasm have aroused our school spirit. Charlotte’s cheerleaders are chosen by the Executive Council and four faculty members. They are judged not only on their cheering ability, but also on their appear¬ ance, poise, and crowd appeal. Try-outs are held every May and as soon as the results are announced, practice begins for the coming year. These enthusiastic girls in green and white have upheld the traditional school spirit and good sportsmanship at Charlotte High. VARSITY CAPTAINS Left to right: J. Britt, S. Frey. Left to right: N. Mount, G. Whitmore, McCarthy, L. Gaita, J. Vragel, B. Ramos, Olgren. ].V. CAPTAINS Top to bottom: G. Whitmore, L. Gaita, J. Vragel. Memories, memories, like a long trail winding, No way back but always reminding. Bonnie Brodt Last summer was one I shall never forget. The Ameri¬ can Field Service chose me as one of the thousand Teen¬ age Diplomats to represent America in Europe. How different the European cities are: spotlessly clean avenues and small neat houses with flowers in every win¬ dow. Because of the war’s destruction, modern skyscrapers tower above Fifteenth Century establishments. My family met me in Hammerum, a small friendly town in central Denmark. There, my Danish sister, Kirsten, 17, introduced me to my parents, Mr. and Mrs. Carl Zacho, and my brother Anders, 14. Immediately, I felt at home. Mor, as I called Mrs. Zacho, spoke no Eng¬ lish, but language was never a barrier, for where words failed, gestures began. Riding in a Mercedes Benz up and down the narrow, winding mountain roads, amidst low-hanging clouds and snow-capped peaks, was quite an experience in mid-July. Valleys opened up with quaint little farm settlements where we purchased our dairy products daily. Our car was not used as a regular means of transportation. In¬ stead, we rode bicycles to town, to tennis courts, to swim¬ ming pools and local shops. We enjoyed many hours of sports recreation along with a ten day camping trip through parts of Norway and Sweden. Each afternoon we enjoyed a traditional coffee hour with tempting pastries. Evenings were spent dis¬ cussing American and Danish life. At the end of the ten week summer abroad, the fifty- two diplomats who had lived in Denmark gathered in Copenhagen for a busy, fun-packed week. We arrived home happy to have been a part of such a wonderful program. TEENAGE DIPLOMATS To really get to know a nation and its people, you have to live among them. I feel that I have a greater under¬ standing of American customs and people after my year here. I have so much respect for these people, who have been so kind and so helpful to me, that this has become my second home. One of the things that impresses me the most is how Americans manage to do so much in so little time. I found myself overwhelmed by the clubs, activities and social functions in which the students participate. No wonder American youths are self-possessed, confident people. Another impressing institution is the amount of student government your students enjoy. You truly learn of de¬ mocracy by practicing it in your schools. During my visit in Rochester, you fine people have provided me a simply marvellous time. I am indebted to you all for your friendship and hospitality and can never thank the American Field Service enough for this year of unforgettable experiences. I am sure that I shall never forget my American family, the Fox’s and my friends here in Rochester and Charlotte High. Barbara Hunter 103 THE QUEEN AND HER COURT Left to right: G. McNeil, J. Leonard, B. Thurston, S. Frey, K. Hogan, K. Zirkel, P. Meagher, G. Raymond, P. Driscoll, L. Britt. THE COMMITTEE First row (left to right): R. Hanson, D. Oyer, T. DeGarmo. Second row (Sitting): S. Schrader, J. Fernekes, S. Wooden. Third row (Standing): L. Eustance, D. Spinell, L. Kilmer, L. Forster, J. Leonard, J. Corbett. AURA LEA” On May 9, 1959, our gym was transformed into a Southern plantation, which portrayed a land of courtly gentlemen and elegant belles, when the Class of 1960 pre¬ sented its Junior Prom. It was entitled “Aura Lea,” the name of a melodic Civil War love song. Girls glided with their escorts around a sparkling fountain to the music of Syl Novelli. A flower-decked trellis enclosed our charming queen, Kathy Hogan, and her escort, Klaus Zirkel. The junior prom committee, aided by Dave Oyer and Larry Kilmer, co-chairmen of this never-to-be-forgotten occa¬ sion, designed and assembled the elaborate and breath¬ taking decorations. 104 I THE COMMITTEE Left to right: C. MacDonald, E. Miller, K. Welton, P. Meagher, L. Kilmer, D. Ertz-Berger, A. Reed, M. Symonds, R. Hanson. SNOW MOUNTAIN The Senior Class captured the atmosphere of a ski resort for its Senior Ball, “Snow Mountain,” held on December 19, 1959. The couples danced to the music of Sonny Allen’s band amidst sparkling evergreens on snow covered mountains, frozen ponds and streams, a lodge, and graceful deer in the distance. Snow coated spruce trees placed in the center of the floor added to this resort setting. A bright red sleigh served as the throne for the lovely queen, Ann Marvin, and her escort, Wayne Searls. The evening was under the direction of the various chairmen and all their hard working committees, who contributed to the success of this Senior Ball. “Snow Mountain” will long be remembered as a very special night. 105 W ' - 1 ' Ti £- ZU Mi4|i ,j|| | Jl 01;] • . ’ M mm i g ■ L j «ps 1 -fl •� 1 JJ’’ ' « 7V jk ' M pt £t 1 1 l i •’ :, r . - v ] |b|-M Um k ' , ,1.11 k 7 .. J i n ' tJii W jMI ' va j T i ■Lriv t ■vft , • y rfnr JmT’- Soon after school started in the fall, Charlotte’s corridors were buzzing with excitement. Committees were busy making floats, contacting alumni, nominating candidates for queen and arranging details for the main event on the school calendar, Homecoming Weekend. This event, which originated in the fall of 1958, was sponsored by the enthusiastic students of the Booster Club and its featured guests were the alumni. Highlights of the weekend were a rousing Friday night pep rally, an elaborate parade, an exciting football game, and the Homecoming dance at which the queen was crowned. The award-winning float was that of the “Class of ’60,” which depicted the two new states, Hawaii and Alaska. Another was a very hu¬ morous float entered by the “Class of ’49.” Homecoming Weekend was enjoyed by faculty, students, friends, neigh¬ bors, and especially the alumni. Beth Peiffer, Gail Whitmore, Patricia Woodhall. THE QUEEN AND HER ALTERNATES SPW15; Xf 5B£ N0Vr?0 73 ' OPM CASUAL DANCING -REFRESH ME NTS- GAMES Sports Night, a contest between the Junior and Senior classes, was originated by the Class of ’60 in their junior year, and was repeated this year when the Class of ’61 challenged the seniors. The class earning the most number of points for five sports events is pronounced victor. Enthusiastic students crowded the stands to cheer their team and to witness their teachers battling for either side in a game of volleyball. Scores were close throughout each of the thrilling games. An exciting tug-of-war broke the tie, bringing victory to the juniors. Following the tense excitement of the game, all enjoyed a record dance in the girls gym. Sports Night has fostered a competitive spirit between the two classes besides providing students with a fine opportunity to “let off steam.” The Class of 1960 hopes that this event will become a tradition at C.H.S. 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