East Haven High School - Pioneer Yearbook (East Haven, CT)

Text from Pages 1 - 104 of the 1952 volume:

EAST HAVEN HIGH SCHOOL East Haven, Connecticut The Class of 1952 wishes to extend sincere appreciation to Mr. Peter T. Lucas, Official Photographer of the 1952 Pioneer. Mr. Lucas has zealously aided us in our work on the yearbook without receiving compensation. His useful advice has indeed helped to make our book the excellent one that it is. In sincere appreciation for your ever present guidance throughout our high school career, we, the Class of 1952, dedicate our Pioneer to you, MISS DORIS HOUSTON and MISS MARY WEBER. MISS MARY WEBER b. GERBER Days of Progress Throughout the generations mankind has seen the birth of many inventions to aid him in his life. Advancement has been the incentive for all. The pioneers who came to New England, strong in will power and determination, had progress as their ideal. They acknowledged the law and believed in God’s word. A great challenge threatened them, hut through their courage they developed New England into the seed bed of the nation. In the first written constitution these stouthearted settlers guaranteed the rights of man. We may follow the growth of New England through the years. However each year sees improvements and new wonders. This progress will continue as long as the hope of man lives on. A great challenge is also approaching the Class of 1952, but we are prepared to accept it. Through our education we have been given the courage and perseverance that made our ancestors successful. As young adults the future awaits us and we are confident that we will be able to create our mark in society. ADMINISTRATION AND FACULTY Mrs. John Tirpak Burton Reed Chairman John H. Corbett Secretary Mrs. Oren Parker Mrs. John Flanagan BOARD OF EDUCATION Mrs. Alvin Thompson We, the Class of 1952, have spent four enjoyable years as members of East Haven High School. Our accomplishments have been furthered by the Board of Education. The Class of 1952 wishes to express its sincere appreciation for their kind cooperation. Charles Copeland James Vetrone James Ematrudo Arthur Grindell MR. WILLIAM E. GILLIS “Our Superintendent” MR. CARL H. GARVIN “Our Principal” Mr. Thomas Murray ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL 2. Miss Eileen O’Neill—English 3. Mr. Edward Sugrue—Math Dept. Head 4. Mi ss Doris Houston—Language 5. Miss Dorothy Kane—English, Math 6. Mr. Joseph Mayo—Social Science 7. Miss Zita Matthews—Social Science Dept. Head 8. Mr. Matthew Tierney—English 9. Mrs. William Spencer—Social Science 10. Mrs. Eleanor Lupi—Commercial Miss Ethel A. Kennedy DEAN 2. Mr. John MacPartland—English Dept. Head 3. Mrs. Francis Coulter— Commercial Dept. Head 4. Mr. Bernard Schultz—Math 5. Miss Catherine Montague—English 6. Mr. Caryle Frawley—Science Dept. Head 7. Florence L. Parker, R.N.—School Nurse 8. Mr. Edward Levy—Math 1. Mr. Frank Crisafi—Physical Education 2. Miss Mary Rocco—Latin 3. Mr. Horace Marone—English 4. Miss Hildur Svenson—Music 5. Mr. Joseph Melillo—Science 6. Mrs. Wilhemina Strandberg—Music 7. Mr. Theodore Malonis—Science 8. Miss Barbara Folsom—Homeinaking ( 1. Mr. Michael Zilli—English 2. Miss Mary Weher—Latin, Social Science 3. Mr. Allan Bonwill—Industrial Arts 4. Miss Bernice Hall—Librarian 5. Mr. Raymond Smith—Social Science 6. Miss Marguerite Bauer—Social Science 7. Mr. Louis Crescenti—Art 8. Miss Ruth Youngerman—Art 9. Miss Jacqueline Callahan—Science DROLO 1. Miss Alberta Toothaker—Homemaking 2. Mr. David Reed—Industrial Arts 3. Mi ss Margaret Lowe—Commercial 4. Mr. Mark Fiorello—Commercial 5. Miss Edna Herr—English 6. Miss Yota Bouzoucos-—Physical Education 7. Miss Barbara Mattson— Mr. Corbett’s Secretary 8. Mrs. Milo Peck, Mrs. Natalie Ford— Office Secretaries 9. Cafeteria Staff 10. Mrs. Gloria Pierce— Mr. Gillis’s Secretary THE SENIORS Senior Class Officers Carmen Pellegrino, President; Warren Smith, Vice-president; Shirley Lupoli, Secretary; and Patricia Prisley, Treasurer. GENEVIEVE MARIE AMENTO “Short Pants” January 5 Dark Tresses . . . Oh, that cute smile . . . Roller skate? She’s a wiz . . . faithful to Glee Club . . . Sings “I’m Glad I Met You” . . . Could she mean Joey? Glee Club 1-2-34; F.H.A. 2-34; Varsity Show 34; Intramurals 1-2-34. BARBARA ANN BAKER “Barbie” July 12 “Holy Cow” . . . Mum’s the word . . . Loves to swim . . . “Because of You” . . . Secretarial work in her future. Traffic Squad 34; Dance Com. 4; Pioneer 4. 14 NANCY JOAN BARNES “Shorty” October 26 Nancy and Bob, a cute “little pair . . . She may be small, but she sure can chatter .. . Future Typewriter Tapper . . . Plays the uke. Who taught you Shorty, Arthur Godfrey? Glee Club 1-2-34; Intra-murals: 2-34; Varsity Show 2-34. DOUGLAS BOWDEN “Doug” February 2 Different car every day . . . “Hey Barb” . . . “What are you gonna do, the man's clever” . . . He knows cars blindfolded . . . Thorpe, Brereton, Albie and Doug . , . Ardent haskethall fan . . . Oh, those flashy clothes. Hop 2; Traffic Squad 34; Student Council 34; Pioneer 4. MARJORIE CLAIRE BOWDEN “Margie” September 2 Theme song, “We Never Talk Much” . . . loves to bowl, but, Frank is her big strike . . . English teaching is her goal. Jr. National Honor Soc. 1; Modern Language Club 1-2; F.H.A. 2; Intramurals 2-3; Varsity Show 2-3; Drama Workshop 3; Comet Ed. Board 3; Traffic Squad 34; Pioneer 4. LORRAINE MARIE BEAUTON “Lorrie” December 15 Soooo quiet, but not while cheering . . . her big blue eyes sparkle for “Bill” . . . “Where's Barbara?” . . . Pounds those typewriter keys. Varsity Show 2-34; F.H.A. 2-34; Dance Com. 2-3; Cheerleaders 34; Pioneer 4. MARIO JOHN BERTOLINI “Hooks” December 27 Our Senior “Chatterbox” .. . Oh that sweet accordian . . . Just mention “Mary” and watch him blush . . . “But Mr. Mayo” . . . Shy Boy . . . His theme, “If I knew you were coming. I'd of run away.” He really isn’t unsociable . . . engineering. Football 1-2-34; Baseball 1; Intramurals 2-34. EDWARD WARREN BIGELOW “Ed” February 17 “Well, what're you gonna do?” . . . Oh. that Baby Blue Nash . . . dotes on golf and trains . . . “Sentimental Journey” is his wax . . . Member of Jerry Lester’s Bean Bag Club . . . traffic manager. National Honor Society 34; Modern Language Club, Pres. 3, Vice-pres. 4; Traffic Squad 34. MAYLON BOYINGTON “May” October 31 His motto, “Live the life you love, money isn’t everything” . . . hunting is his favorite pastime . . . forestry hails him . . . homework his dislike . . . Shy boy . . . headed for Maine. FRANK BRERETON “Jun” October 2 Oh, how he can swim . . . Those lifeguard days at Hammonassett . . . Shirley his biggest problem . . . Jimmie. Harry, Tom. Dave “Jun” . . . That pretty boy attitude . . . Coach’s headache . . . Scholar. Football 2-34; Swimming 2-34; H. R. Pres. 4; Comet Sports Ed. 4. V 15 THOMAS KEYES BRERETON “Big Torn” August 22 E.H.H.S. pint sized Louella Parsons . . . “Everybody’s Business But My Own” . . . Asset to Drama Workshop . . . “Where's Thorpe” . . . “Oh Loretta.” Frolie 1; Hop 2; H. R. Pres. 2; Football 2; Swimming 2-3-4; Drama Workshop 3-4; Play 3-4; Varsity Show 3-4; Pioneer 4. NANCY JOAN BREWER “Nance” November 17 Square Dancing enthusiast . . . “I like it” . . . Enjoys a good baseball game . . . Short and peppy . . . “Got a date with Al” . . . “Louise, Mary and Me.” Traffic Squad 3-4; F.H.A. 1; Varsity Show 3-4; Intramurals 1-2-3. MARY LOU BROCKETT “Lou” June 14 “Eli and 1” . . . Collects post cards . . . “Oh brother” . . . Way out in Clintonville . . . English and History whiz . . . Specializes in art . . . Cute and quiet. Traffic Squad 3-4; Pioneer 4; Drama Workshop 3-4; Varsity Show 4; Comet Staff 4; Art Club 4. RICHARD FRANCIS BYRNE “Dick” October 8 Carrot top . . . Oh, those freckles! . . . Hails from the “Foxon Hills” . . . “W here's Paul” . . . active Boy Scout . . . Mathematical genius . . . strictly a girl hater . .. architecture. Traffic Squad 4; Intramurals 2-3-4; Boy Scout Jamboree 4. MARIANN CAMPANO “Mar” July 14 “He's Just My Bill” is her theme . . . Wallet full of hoys’ pictures . . . Clear the road, she’s learning how to drive . . . “Me and Doreen” . . . that cute, just-so look . . . nursing. Comet Bus. Board 3; F.H.A. 1; Glee Club 1-2; Traffic Squad 4; Modern Language Club 34. ANNA JANE CANNA “Ann” February 17 Possesses the power of poetry .. . Tall and oh so cute . . . Oh, those dimples . . . Always chatters: about Chuck, naturally . . . secretarial work hails her. Frolic 1; Glee Club 1; Student Council 2-34; Varsity Show 2-34; Pep Club 34; Intramurals 3; Traffic Squad 34; Dance Com. Chairman 4; Pioneer 4. CHARLES CAROFANO “Sleepy” August 19 “I'm tired” . . . Joined us in his Senior year . . . “Girls, stop chasing me” . . . Dotes on baseball . . . Music, Music and More Music . . . His long brown lashes are usually closed . . . “Anchors A weigh.” PHYLLIS VICTORIA CARNEVALE “Fifi” November 2 Shining dark hair and eyes . . . “Homework? What’t that?” ... A pal to all . . . Boasts with pride over “Brad ford Manor” . . . Can be seen at “Your Hosts’” . . “Yah, I reckon.” Intramurals 1-2-34. 16 MARY JANE CARTER ‘Mary ’ December 7 She and Tallulah Bankhead lave something in common . . Dayton's Fashion Plate . . that “magnetic person llity . . . Where there's life, here's Mary. Frolic 1; Class Sec. 1; Hop 2; Prom 3; Traffic Squad 4; F.H.A. 1; Student Council 2 34; Cheerleaders 2-34; Varsity Show 1 2 34; Drama Workshop 34, Treasurer 4; Art Club 1 2; Comet Bus. Board 1-2 34. VINCENT F. CELENTANO “Chick November 15 A sharp dresser . . . quite a wit . . . Miss Houston's favorite student . . . Louie, Pat and Buddy are his pals. H. R. Vice-pres. 1; H.R. Treasurer 3; Orchestra 1-2. BARBARA CHARM AN “Bobbie September 18 Look for her with the gang . . . Everybody’s buddy . . . our cute Prom Queen . . . Swims like a fish . . . Adds to the cheering squad. Frolic 1; Sophomore Hop 2; Prom 3; Student Council 1-2-34; Intramurals 1 2 34; Varsity Show 2-34; Bus. Board 3; Pep Club 1 2; Drama Workshop 1; Pioneer 4; Cheerleaders 4. BARBARA ANN CHOQlETTE “Bob November 22 “Because of You . . . Tinny, of course . . . ‘That’s my Boy ... A flock of friends . . . Dancing, skating and knitting keep her busy . . . Meriden Hospital School of Nursing. Varsity Show 2-3; Traffic Squad 4; Pioneer 4. JACK D. CLARK lack August 4 What is it? . . . First Na-onal Stores helper . . . � bby of bowling . . . basket-ill court whiz . . . Agrees ith Truman, he’s crazy � out the “Missouri Waltz. itramurals 2-3; Bowling earn 2-34; Glee Club 24. HELEN MARIE COLLEY Helen March 24 ne of the gang . . . always usy . . . asset to Prudential . . knits for “Eddie . . . If’ is her favorite . . . cuts good figure on ice. r. National Honor Society ; Intramurals 1-2-34; II. R. ec. 2; Hop 2; Varsity Show ; Prom 3; F.H.A. 2-34, ’res. 4; Comet Bus. Board 4; Honor Society 3-4, Sec. ; Traffic Squad 34. PETER COSTA “Pete April 27 Where there's fun. there's Pete . . . Friend to all . . . “Oh yah. Ladies' man . . . Model airplanes, bis hobby . . . sailing, sailing. Intramurals 1-2-34; Bowling 34; H. R. Vice-pres. 2, Pres. 3; Traffic Squad 3-1; Glee Club 34. CORINNE ANN COYLE “Corinne October 16 “Boy, that's jazzy ... A true mermaid . . . claims talking is her hobby . . . Cute little giggle . . . “Barb and I. F.H.A. 1-2-34; Comet Ed. Board 3; Varsity Show 34; Bus. Board 3-1; Traffic Squad 34; Comet Bus. Board 4. 17 FLORENCE DAVIES “Flo'” July 5 “Wliala ya got rocks in your head . . . “Hey Bet . . . “Where’s Joan . . . ardent Basketball fan . . . Stays in the know concerning the latest discs. Traffic Squad 4; Glee Club 1; Intramurals 1-2-3; Varsity Show 3-1; Pep (dub 3-4; Pioneer 1; Assistant Bus. Board Manager 4; Bus. Board of Play 4; Singing Seniors 3-4; F.H.A. 2-34. DOREEN DOUGLAS “Dug February 6 A blush a minute . . . J. for Johnny . . . Loves swimming and basketball . . . Mariann and Joan her pals . . . Dotes on Disc “Can’t Help Loving That Man of Mine. Junior Dance Com. 3; Glee Club 1-2; Varsity Show 3-4; Art Club 3; Comet Bus. Board 3; Traffic Squad 3-4. ANN ELIZABETH ENGLEHARDT “Cuz March 16 Sports a pep jacket . . . oh, that post waay down on the first floor ramp . . . square dancing every Saturday night . . . Gimme a horse any day . . . rather have the boys though . . . nursing. Glee Club 1; Varsity Show 1-2; Intramurals 1-2-3; Modern Language Club 2; Comet Ed. Board 3; Traffic Squad 34; Pep (dub 34; Pioneer 4. JOAN DEGNALL “Jo June 17 “Where’s the kids . . . Ann. Marcia, Doreen and Mariann . . . Football enthusiast . . . To be a lady in white . . . “George . . . Norwich Hospital School of Nursing. Pioneer 4; Drama 4. EVELYN DeLUCIA “Ev February 6 Bright eyes . . . natural curly locks . . . Loves to swim . . . Friend to all . . . Seen always with Bobby, Corinne, Shirley, and Fran . . . “What a Doll. H. R. Treasurer 2; Varsity Show 2-3-4; Modern Language Club 34; Pioneer 4; F.H.A. 1-2-34, Treasurer 4; Comet 4; Traffic Squad 4; Mardi Gras 4. NANCY DI GUISEPPI “Nan March 14 Our seen but not heard girl . . . “Because of You , . . Oh, Rudy . . . Friendly hello her trademark . . . Louise and Mary her followers . . . Loves singing and sports. Glee (dub 1-2. DIANNE M. FERDINANDUS “Yanch July 5 Nice clothes on a nice figure . . . “Don’t Cry Joe is her theme . . . Her idea of school “Teachers versus Dianne ... So teasable. Varsity Show’ 2-34; Intra-murals 2-34; Comet Bus. Board 2; F.H.A. 34; Drama Workshop 3-4; Comet Fashion Show 3; Traffic Squad 4; Pioneer 4. MARY ANN GAMBARDELLA Gamby January 4 Pleasant personality . . . loves those sports . . . her special is basketball . . . “Marilyn, Dolores, Sue and Me . . . Mario’s her man . . . creative on the typewriter. Intramurals 1-2. 18 ELEANOR AUDREY GERBER “Dagmar” April 27 Wavy blonde hair . . . Loves square dancing and knitting . . . “That’s real jazzy” . . . Oh Johnny ... A true “telephone belle.” Art Club 1-2-34; Secretary 3; President 4; Glee Club 1-24; Comet Bus. Board 2-34; Pioneer 4; Varsity Show 4. DIANE ANITA GESNER “Dee” January 30 Takes pride in training her prize-winning horses . . . “For crying out loud” . . . “Because of You” . . . brags, “I'm from FOXON.” Glee Club 1-2-34; Dance Com. 4. CATHERINE C. GIBBS “Dolly” July 7 “You ole pot” . . . True to Don . . . “Bewitched” . . . Domestic type, knits all day . . . “Seen Phyllis or Paul” . . . future hairdresser and cosmetologist. F.H.A. 1; Glee Club 1-2-34; Dance Com. 4; Varsity Show 34; Intramurals; Pioneer 4. PAUL F. GOSS “Gawk” March 24 Confides with Katy . . . Swims like a fish . .. “Wait'll I tell you what happened” . . . “Cold, Cold Heart” . . . Sue’s his? girl . . . YMCA JC. Football 1-2-3; Jr. Honor Society 1; Frolic 1; Swimming 1-2-34; H. R. Sec. 1-3; Varsity 34; Pioneer 4; Traffic Squad 4. CLIFFORD HACKBARTH “Hack” September 5 Our busy, always on the go Senior hoy . . . popularity plus . . . basketball fan . . . his car is his hobby . . . The Boys . . . “These Foolish Things” his theme . . . Fair-field. Freshman Class Pres. 1; Frolic 1; Hop 2; Prom 3; Student Council 3; Pioneer 4; Intramurals 1-2-34; Varsity Show 34. WILLIAM F. HASSE III “Bill” December 4 Whiz at woodworking . . . Mr. Bonwell’s right hand man . . . True to Old Stone and Joan . . . future cabinetmaker and carpenter. Traffic Squad 34; Hop 2; Varsity Show 3. EDMUND T. HENRY “Cap” May 17 Never seen without Helen . . . Man of all sports . . . athletic type ... A swell guy . . . always good for a laugh . . . His and Helen’s theme “If.” Football 2-34; Basketball Captain 1-2-34; H. R. Pres. 2; Varsity Show 3; H. R. Vice-pres. 3. MARY HEREAUX “Mickey” May 22 “How'd the football team make out” . . . Her trio of favorites is Nancy, Mary and Bev ... “No Kidding” . . . Too had you can’t go swimming in the winter . . . “How’s Yale doing?” . . . nursing. F.H.A. 1-2; Glee Club 1-2-3-4; Basketball 3; Vollevball 3. 19 LESLIE HERMAN SHIRLEY JOANNE HILL “Lester” November 7 “Hoot 2nd” April 17 Swings those golf clubs . . . One of the roving kind . . . quiet, but witty . . . Paul, where there's boys there's Eddy and Bob are his associ- Shirley . . . Frank is her ates . . . his theme “What special . . . Big blue eyes, are you going to do if you never still . . . “You could'a got talent” . . . Language fooled me.” Club enthusiast. Jr. Honor Society 1; H. R. Modern Language Club 1-3-4. Sec. 1-3; H. R. Vice-pres. 2; Comet Bus. Board 2; Barnyard Brawl 2-3; Varsity Show 2-34; Varsity Show Bus. Board 34; Cheerleaders 4; Dance Com. 4. MARIE CORA HOWE JOSEPH IANNOTTI “Chick” April 2 “Jiggs” October 24 “Joan and Barbara around?” His car is his pride, when it . . . Future secretary . . . runs . . . Swoons to “Jeza- dotes on dancing . . . sports bel” . . . Football fan . . . fan . . . plays them all . . . Ronnie, Leo, Nick and Smit- favorite disc “Thinking of ty, his pals . . . No girls for You.” him, or are there Jiggs? Student Council 1; Intra- Glee Club 1; Football 24; murals 1-2 34; H. R. Pres. Intramurals 2-34. 2; F.H.A. 2-34; H. R. Sec. 3; Pep Club 34. MARIO IERARDI “Frenchie” May 18 Oh those Yankees . . . “What do you say” . . . Frawley's problem child . . . Active member of his French class . . . Found between classes on his first floor post . . . “Be My Love” rates first with him. Traffic Squad 4; Intramurals 1-2-34; Modern Language Club 24; Drama Workshop 4; Art Club 1; Pioneer Business Manager 4. KENNETH JOHNSON “Kenny” January 5 A hockey enthusiast . . . “I'm Broke” . . . Likes that smooth disk “Blue Velvet” . . . Jimmy, Johnny and Ken . . . The eyes have it . . . heart throb ... A whiz with the paint brush. Intramurals 1-2-34; Pioneer 4. BARBARA ANN KANE “Bob” August 26 Claims her hobby's eating . . . Cute and quiet . . . Football enthusiast . . . your pal. National Jr. Honor Soc. 1; H. R. Pres. 1; F.H.A. 1-2-34; Comet 1-3; News Ed. 3; H. R. Treas. 34; Drama Workshop 3; Comet Bus. Board 4; Hop 2; Prom 3; Traffic-Squad 34, Sec. 4; National Honor Society 34; Treas. 4; Pioneer 4; Varsity Show 3. ROBERT CHARLES KEELER “Bob” April 25 Oh that blond hair and bright blue eyes . . . Who’s the lucky girl. Bob? . . . Could it be Joan? . . . Watch him square dance . . . Foxon-ite . . . can take any machine apart. Vice-pres. H. R. 3; Student Council 4. 20 IRENE KELSEY “Kelsey” March 27 True Foxonite . . . assel to the Register . . . clicks the keys . . . “U-hu-um” . . . skillful square dancer . . . friendly lass . . . “Mocking Bird Hill” Fool hall Dance 3; Traffic Squad 34. ROBERT W. UNDERMAN “Boh” January 6 “How high the moon” . . . Air Man, WAVZ that is . . . one of the boys . . . outdoor type . . . handy with a shot gun . . . enjoys a good basketball game. East Haven, of course . . . engineering. Intramurals 34; Pioneer 4; Comet 4; Boys’ State 3; Bowling Team 4. ROBERT PAGE LOFQUIST “Bob” October 31 Tall blond . . . favors talking . . . Paul and I . . . model maker . . . basketball , . . never a dull moment . . . our practical joker . . . sparks electricity. Intramurals 1-2; Modern Language Club 3; Traffic Squad 4. RONALD EDWARD LECZA “Buddy” April 30 Whiz on the gridiron . . . popular with everyone . . . smart, too . . . serves as third floor lieutenant . . . faithful 209’er . . . Coast Guard officer. H. R. Pres. 1-2, Vice-pres. 3; Student Council 24; Football 2-34; Traffic Squad 4; Lieutenant 4. GARDNER LEIGHTON “Gardy” July 1 The outdoor life’s for him . . . Conn. Jr. Team Champion at target shooting . . . Hey, Paul, let’s go hunting . . . Brad. Ed. Carl and Joe, a few of his many pals . . . friendly smile for all. Traffic Squad 34; Swimming Team 1-34. LILLIAN ROSE LEWANDOSKI “Lil” December 16 Hails front High Street . . . Blonde and cute . . . full of pep . . . loves music . . . Where there’s Al, there’s Lil. H. R. Sec.-Treas. 1; Glee Club 1-2-34; Music Dance Com. 34; Intramurals 1-2-3-4; Varsity Show 2-34; Pep Club 1-2-34; 2nd Lieutenant 3; Co-Capt. 4; Traffic Squad 34; Pioneer 4; Traffic Squad Dance Com. 4. SHIRLEY CATHERINE LUPOLI “Babe” December 1 Our Latin scholar . . . reading . . . such pretty hair . . . future teacher of languages. Frolic 1; Ring Committee 3; Class Sec. 4; F.H.A. 1-2-34; Varsity Show 24; Modern Language Club 34, Sec. 4; Pep Club 34; Pioneer 4 Class Picnic 1; Comet Ed and Bus. Boards 3-4; Honor Society 34. WILFRED A. MacDONALD “Willie” December 12 Willie, to his friends . . . “George, all the way.” who said that . . . Our tall, silent senior . . . talented impersonator . . . football and basketball are for him. Glee Club 1-24; Varsity Show 34; Pioneer Staff 4. 21 JACQUELYN SUE MacDOUGALL “Jackie” September 14 Florence Nightingale . . . freckles and sparkling eyes . . . star homemaking pupil . . . Roger? . . . “Oh. that Chemistry” . . . Shirley and I . . . Whiz at knitting. Traffic Squad 34; F.H.A. 4; Intramurals 2; Varsity Show 4; Pep Club 34; Modern Language Club 2-34, Sec. 3; Pres. 4; Drama Workshop 3; Comet Bus. Board 2-34. ROBERT MARLEY “Bob” March 18 Shy guy, but what brains . . . you'll find him with Tommy, Wilfred, Carl or Wish . . . usually singing “Because of You” . . . could be roller skating or drawing you'd find him at. saying “How are ya?” Glee Club 1-34; Traffic Squad 4. ROBERT E. MASCOLA “Bob” April 30 Father’s little helper . . . shining black hair . . . sharp dresser . . . loves to tease Dianne . . . Hack, Jim, and Frank . . . “How about that” . . . always smiling ... He has low marks beat . . . Hi, Doc. Freshman Frolic 1; Intra-murals 1-2-34; Sophomore Hop 2; Varsity Show 34; Honor Society 34. Pres. 4; H. R. Pres. 4; Boys’ State 3. JOAN B. MacKINNEL “Joannie” June 29 Personality plus . . . gets in everything . . . our peppy cheerleader . . . “You Wonderful You” . . . Smitty. Frolic 1; H. R. Pres. 2; Prom Com. 3; Class Treas. 3; Student Council 1; Cheerleader 2-34, Captain 4; Cheerleader Dance 34; Intramurals 1-2-34; Varsity Show Bus. Board 34, Co-Manager 4; Pep Club 1; Comet Ed. Board 3. FRANK MAISANO “Snatch” July 18 Quiet? sometimes! . . . oh, so handy with a paint brush . . . cuts the surf with a skillful stroke . . . has anybody seen Harry and Jack . . . loves work, could watch someone doing it all day . . . “You only live once” ... so easy on the eyes ... a way with underclass women. Football 1; Swimming 2; Intramurals 2-34; Pioneer 4; Art Club 4. MARCIA RUTH MANN “Marsh” May 6 Short, cute and full of fun . . . by the way Paige . . . How’s Chem Lab? . . . quote, “Well I don’t know!” . . . favors North Branford for a reason? .. . We wonder why! French Club 1 . . . Modern Language Club 2-3; Mardi Gras Dance Com. 1-2-34; Glee Club 34; Drama Workshop 3; “We Shook The Family Tree” 3; Comet Ed. Board 3; Varsity Show 2-34; Traffic Squad 4. GEORGE McGUIGAN “Mac’ June 27 Long and lanky . . . one of Miss Matthews’ boys . . . quiet! . . . buddies are Wilfred, Mario and Maylon . . . sports, all of them, keeps him husy . . . U.S. Navy. Basketball 1; Intramurals 1-2-3; Junior National Honor Society 1. MARION ELIZABETH McNally ‘Cuddles’ March 24 Bell bottom trousers, that’s what Bob wears ... I care so much? . . . lives for the Navy . . . Sweet and neat . . . beautiful blonde tresses. Intramurals 1-2-34; Varsity Show 2-34; Fashion Show 3; Sec.-Treas. 4; Comet Staff 4; F.H.A. 4; Pep Club 4; Traffic Squad 4. 22 RICHARD ALLEN MEADE “Dicky” August 1 Oh! those great big beautiful eyes . . . real heart throb with a smile that flutters the heart of many a fair lass . . . “Hey! what is it?” . . . Nicky, Carmen, Carl. Pat and Sab ... so smooth on the dance floor, and off. East Haven High School On The Air 34; Dance Band 34; Varsity Show 34. HULDA JOAN MEEKER “Red” August 6 Our redhead . . . future nurse . . . collects postcards . . . swimming her sport ... a smile for all . . . What would the Yale Co-op do without her? Art Club 1; H. R. Treas. 2; Comet Bus. Board 34; Traffic Squad 4; Pioneer 4. MICHAEL MONTESANTO “Mike” February 14 Smooth? You bet! . . . Linda’s man? natch . . . brown, curly locks . . . and oh so tall . . . the four Musketeers, Wish, Pete, Albie and Mike . . . a dream on the dance floor . . . football and Mike, the perfect match . . . artist. Intramurals 1-2-34; Football 2-34; Junior Prom Co-Chairman 3; Pioneer 4; Comet Fashion Show 4; Varsity Show 4. DAVID MORSE “Dave” August 23 Seen, but not heard . . . those summer walks to see Phyliss . .. “Because of You” his favorite . . . swimming is his delight . . . Bob, Bernie and Dave, inseparable. Traffic Squad 34; H.R. Vice-pres. 2. ERIC OLSON “Drake” November 6 Friendly smile . . . always ready for a laugh ... a whiz in the commercial department . . . cars are his favorite, especially fast ones . . . ardent fan of a certain senior girl with the initials of Betty Lou Pickett ... accounting at YMCA JC. Pioneer 4. CARL ORIFICE “Moe” September 22 Girls are his pet peeve . . . sports, — plays well too, — football, basketball and baseball . . . pastime is fishing off the shores of good old Mansfield Grove . . . Nick, Eddie and Sam his buddies. Glee Club 1; Football 34; Basketball 34. JOHN PANICO “John” July 27 “Wait till next year” . . . favorite line . . . found with Paul, Leslie, Ed and Bob . . . going down to the bowling alleys . . . ‘Too Young” . . . college boy. Bowling Team 34; Drama Workshop 4; “Beauty and the Beef” 4. LOUISE VIVIAN PANNELLA “Lou” November 6 Nancy’s other half ... always on the go . . . never a dull moment . . . “Jinkers and Crimmnies” . . . loyal to her homeroom . . . loves the Navy . . . typewriter. F.H.A. 1; Glee Club 1-2; Varsity Show 2-34. 23 GENEVIEVE L. PANNONE “Gen” November 12 Sings like a lark . . . worry, worry, worry . . . Don’t run down the hall! . . . loves to read . . . “That’s real George” . . . Louise, Mary, Ann, and Gen ... 50 words a minute. Varsity Show 1-2-34; Glee Club 1-2-4; Intramurals 2-3; Traffic Squad 4; Comet Bus. Board 4. PHYLLIS PASCALE “Phyl” August 12 Hails from Hamden to become 209’er . . . tall, dark and good looking . . . asset to Majestic . . . Barbara and Mary Jane for buddies . . . bowling her hobby and basketball her sport . . . U-Conn. CARMEN LOUIS PELLEGRINO “Sam” October 19 Everybody’s friend . . . dark curly locks . . . where there’s Carmen, there’s music . . . Our male fashion plate. Football 1-2-34; Varsity Show 1-2-34; Intramurals 1-2-34; H. R. Treas. 2; Hop 2; H. R. Pres. 3; Prom Com. 3; Class Pres. 4; Student Council 4; Football Dance Com. 4; Senior Dance Com. 4; Pioneer 4; Traffic Squad 4. LOUISE PELLEGRINO “Lou” December 6 Gay as springtime . . . loves football . . . beautful big, dark eyes . . . Mary, Gen, Nancy and Marcia . . . “George” . . . Take a letter, please. Intramurals 1-2; Glee Club 1-2-34; Varsity Show 2-34; Comet Bus. Board 34; Traffic Squad 34. NICHOLAS JAMES PELLEGRINO “Nick” March 8 Tall, dark and handsome . . . a sport who shines in sports . . . dotes on teasing women . . . our choice for King . . . Moe, Ronnie, Pete . . . courteous always . . . Gene Kru-pa’s rival . . . Oh! that Ipana smile. Football 1-2-34, Co-Captain 4; Basketball 1-2-34; Baseball 1-2-34; Prom Com. 3; H. R. Pres. 1; Traffic Squad 34. ELIZABETH L. PICKETT “Bet” March 22 5' 1 and full of fun . . . snazy socks Bet . .. Pep Club keeps her hopping . . . been down to the Gulf Station lately? . . . “Oh, for Pete’s sake.” Pep Club 1-2-34, Lieutenant 3, Co-Captain 4; Glee Club 2-34; F.H.A. 34; Student Council 3; Student Council Dance 3; Varsity Show 3; Traffic Squad 4. JOAN PIOMBINO “Joanie” September 28 A quiet hello for all . . . Oh, that jet black hair . . . She has shorthand beat . . . never in a hurry . . . Usher Aviation would not fly without her. Junior National Honor Society 1; Glee Club 1; F.H.A. 1-2-34; Intramurals 1-2-34; Comet Bus. Board 34; Traffic Squad 4. MARY PISCATELLI “Mar” September 23 Our quiet Miss . . . shiny hair and dark eyes . . . friendly to all . . . “Holy cow” . . . loves to read and play baseball . . . tops in typing. F.H.A. 1; Intramurals 1; Glee Club 1-2; Comet Bus. Board 3; Traffic Squad 4; Varsity Show 2-34. 24 LINDEN PRANN “Lynn” September 22 Likeable personality and true to “Gismo” . . . Oh, so neat . . . valuable addition to the cheerleading squad . . . nursing. Frolic 1; Student Council 1; Junior National Honor Society 1; Drama Workshop 3; Traffic Squad 4; Cheerleaders 4; Pioneer 4; Comet Ed. Board 4; Feature Ed. 4. JOAN J. REBMANN “Mimi” January 7 A boy! . . . Where? . . . m m m those shining black tresses ... we four—Mimi, Marion, Sheila, and Joan . . . “Always You” her theme song . . . “So I care.” Traffic Squad 34; F.H.A. 2-34; Student Council 1; Cheerleaders 2-34, Co-Cap-tain 34; Varsity Show 2-34; Bus. Board 34; Drama Workshop 3; “We Shook The Family Tree” 3; Comet Bus. Board 4. WINFIELD ALTON REDMAN “Buddy” November 27 Unpredictable . . . disappointing some lass . . . “Don't bother me” ... always humming “Because of You” . . . just who Buddy? . . . chummy with Bernie, and Bobby . . . when not playing basketball, practicing in the State Guard. Cafeteria 34. JOAN MARION PRATT “Joanie” May 31 Hailed from Branford as a Junior . . . “Such is life” . . . Bob's other half . . . Got a letter! . . . makes those knitting needles click . . . true football fan. Traffic Squad 34; Glee Club 34; Music Dance Com. 34; Intramurals 34; Pep Club 4; Drama Workshop 3; “Beauty and the Beef' 4; Assistant Business Manager Pioneer 4. PATRICIA FRANCES PRISLEY “Pat” February 12 Our cute and snappy cheerleader . . . Where's Gerry? . . . Smart as a whip . . . everybody's pal. Glee Club 1; Hop Co-Chairman 2; Class Ring Com. 3; Traffic Squad 34, Co-Captain 4; F.H.A. 2-34; Student Council 24; Cheerleaders 4; Varsity Show 24, Treas. 4; Pioneer 4; Junior National Honor Society 1, Treas. 1; National Honor Society 34, Vice-pres. 4. GLENN RAFTER “Glenn” June 25 “Believe that 'n I'll tell you another” . . . our Holcombe's special . . . where there’s Mario, there's Glenn . . . handsome red hair, temper to match. High-Y 1; Mardi Gras Dance Com. 2; Modern Language Club 2-3-4; Drama Workshop 4; Art Club 1; Comet 4, News Ed. 4; Intramurals 1-2. CAROL AMY ROBERTS “Carol” July 12 The skin you love to touch . . . short cheer for Shultz . . . snappy brown eyes . . . laugh and the world laughs with you. H. R. Treas. 2; Sophomore Hop Com. 2; H. R. Pres. 3; Comet Fashion Show 3; Glee Club 1-2-3; Cheerleaders 34; Dance Com. 4; Intramurals 2; Pioneer 4. ARTHUR ROSENQUIST “Art” June 28 Oh, that car ... hit something again? . . . life of a party . . . anyone need a chauffeur . . . What cute freckles! H. R. Treas. 1, Vice-pres. 2, Pres. 3; Junior Prom Com. 3; Student Council 24; Swimming Team 1-34; Intramurals 1-2-34; Varsity Show 34; Comet Ed. Board 4. 25 RONALD ROBERT ROSSETTI “Buzzy” January 28 Three letter man . . . “Gotta go to practice” . . . lover of that 39 convertible . . . “Watch your language” . . . Jiggs, my buddy. Hop Co-chairman 2; Junior Boy of the Month 3; Football 1-2-34, Co-Captain 4; Semi-formal Com. 4; Basketball 1-2-34; Baseball 1-2-34; Intramurals 1-2-34; Varsity Show 2-3; Sports Dance 4. PAUL ARTHUR ROSSITER “Pablo” December 13 Always laughing . . . full of fun ... To be seen at the Gulf Station and Metcalfs working hard? . . . The gang to him means Bob Lofquist, Les Herman, and John Pan-ico . . . engineering. Traffic Squad 34; Modern Language Club 2-3. PETER LEE RUSSELL “Pete” June 25 In every act of mischief he hath a hand . . . Assisted our great football team . . . Gag, Thorpe, Brereton and Pete; when they get together anything goes ... a laugh a minute . . . Oh. those shoulders . . . Oh, can he swim! ! Football 1-2-34; Swimming Captain 1-2-34; Drama Workshop Play 4. DAVID LEE RYAN “Dave” January 11 Oh, those Irish eyes . . . life of every party . . . answer for everyone . . . Works for Peanuts, Planters, that is . . . Jun, Art, Cliff, Jimmy and Bob for buddies . . . engineering ... “that’s a crock.” Class Ring Com. 3; Intramurals 1-2-34; Student Council 34; Varsity Show 4; Pioneer 4. JOHN MURPHY SCALESSE “Murphy” November 7 Oh, those curls . . . Freckles, too ... an athletic fan . . . Miss Matthews' pet? ...“Because of You” could this mean Marion? . . . My boy Ken . . . Loyal 209’er. Football 1-2-3; Basketball 1-2-3; Intramurals 1-2-34. ROBERT CHARLES SHANOFF “Bob” June 4 Hails from Hillhouse ... a 209’er in his Senior year . . . Swimming’s for him . . . Football ranks next on his list . . . Swoons to “Tenderly” . . . gives the girls a quick glance. GEORGE B. SHULTZ “Dutch” April 27 George and his curly hair . . . A smile for everyone . . . Carol wears his ring . . . Skipper of a yacht . . . whiz on the gridiron. Traffic Squad 4, Treas. 4; Student Council 3; Dance Com. 3; H. R. 2; Soph Hop 2; Football 1-2-34; Class Picnic 3; Intramurals 1-2. MARY LOU SIMEONE “LuLu” November 15 Neat as a pin . . . “Gotta do my shorthand” . . . “Bobbie” and LuLu . . . likes baseball . . . “I got news for you” . . . future secretary . . . 100 wds. Traffic Squad 34; Intramurals 1-2; Pioneer 4. 26 BRADLEY F. SMITH “Brad” June 15 One of the big four . . . Bix, Eddie, Gardner, and Brad . . . “Say Paul, let’s go hunting” . . . Shy guy . . . His one and only? . . . woman hater . . . fishing off Nantucket. WARREN ARNOLD SMITH “Smitty” March 11 “Leo, Gag I” . . . Oh, those broad shoulders . . . all around athlete . . . Baseball's his favorite . . . Has Joan to cheer for him. H. R. Vice-pres. 3; Traffic Squad 34; Student Council 3; Dance Com. 3; Football 2 34; Football Dance 3; Baseball 1 2 34; Intramurals 1 2 34; Class Vice-Pres. 4. FRANCES SPADACENTA “Fran” April 9 Everyone’s pal . . . always smiling . . . “No kidding” . . . “Oh Scar” . . . tries to knit . . . loves baseball . . . always on the go . . . woman in white. H. R. Pres. 1; Jr. Honor Soc. I, Sec. 1; Traffic Squad 34; Student Council 2-3; Co-Chairman Prom 3; Pep Club 34. JAMES MICHAEL STREETO “Jimmie” September 27 Faithful trumpet player . . . Crew cut and flashy clothes . . . Miss Rocco’s scholar . . . . . . “Oh yeah?” . . . asset to THE football team . . . Medical career claims him. Frolic 1; Hop 2; Class Treas. 2; H. R. Pres. 3; Boys’ State 3; Traffic Squad 34; Student Council 24; Football 1-2-34; Dance Com. 34; Intramurals 1-2-34. JOSEPH JAMES SULLIVAN “Joe” October 18 True to Bradford Manor . . . Oh, my aching feet . . . “We mustn’t say that, must we” . . . swimming star . . . Oh, that cute smile . . . chemistry whiz . . . one of the three J’s . . . TV. Swimming 1 2-34; Intramurals 1-2; Traffic Squad 34; Lieutenant 4. LEO TANCRETI “Lee” June 18 A chauffeur for the girls . . . never wears a frown . . . supplies the class with apples . . . a future apple farmer. Baseball 34; Comet Editorial Board 4. JOHN TERRACE “Jack” July 8 Momauguinite . . . Drum Corps forever . . . 209’er . . . tall, dark and good looking . . . asset to Kelly’s . . . swimming is theeee sport . .. we three Joe, Jimmy and Jack. Swimming 2-34; Intramurals 2-34. CARL TESTA “Carl” December 19 “Give me the out-door life” . . . hunting his favorite pastime . . . faithful football fan . . . “Hey Tom” . . . Those dark and flashing eyes . . . Tommy, Joe, Dick, and Ken, his partners in fun . . . plays his clarinet on our radio show . . . dentist. 27 THOMAS J. THORPE “Tommy” December 17 East Haven’s own Jerry Lewis .. . The life of every party . . . women a luxury not a necessity . . . “Anyhow?” . . . personality plus ... A dog is a man's best friend. Mgr. Football Team 4; Intra-murals 1-2 34; Drama Workshop 3. BETTY ANN TINARI “Bet” September 24 What a wardrobe! ... a true friend . . . “Fran and I” . . . swims like a fish . . . plays the accordion with skill . . . “Joneseys her man.” Class Picnic 1; Jr. National Honor Society 1; Student Council 1; H. R. Pres. 2; Prom 3; Varsity Show 3. SUE LOUISE TODINI “Baby Sue” August 15 Joined us in our Junior year . . . Hailed from Cross . . . good things come in small packages, so does dynamite . . . What a basketball player . . . Sonny's sailing far away with the U. S. Navy. Glee Club 34; Intramurals 34. STEVEN DECATUR UNDERWOOD “Deke” July 13 Able second baseman . . . Melodies linger on . . . Returned to E.H.H.S. from Hamden in his Senior year . . . Nicky one of his old buddies . . . Indians rate high on his list. Baseball 1-2; Intramurals 1-2. JOSEPH F. VALENTI “Buddy” November 8 Crazy for sports . . . No girls for Joe, or are there? . . . his theme, “I never talk much” . . . Carl, Nick, and Mos his buddies . . . faithful to 308 . . . engineer. Baseball 2-34; Intramurals 1-2-34. MARION ESTHER VAUISO “Marion” June 22 Billv's little half . . . cute as a button, neat as a pin . . . nimble with a thimble . . . an asset to the cheering squad. Hop 2; Pep Club 2; Sports Dance 3, Chairman 3; Cheerleaders 34; Comet Ed. Board 3, Bus. Board 3; Comet Dance 3; Cheerleaders Dance 4; F.H.A. 3; Varsity Show 34; Football Annual 4; Pioneer 4. DOLORES VERGATI “Ragutt” September 5 Full of pep and raring to go . . . smooth on the dance floor . . . What's homework? . . . “Who is she?” Prom Com. 3; Varsity Show 2-3; Traffic Squad 34; H. R. Sec.-Treas. 4; Glee Club 1-2-34; Intramurals 1-2-34. ALBERT M. VIGORITO “Albie” August 28 Our own Frankie Laine . . . Where there's girls there’s Albie . . . “Is that true” . . . he led us through our Junior year . . . East Haven High's fashion plate. National Jr. Honor Soc. 1; Baskethall Mgr. 1-2; Frolic 1; Hop 2; Vice-pres. Class 2; Pres. Class 3; Boys’ State 3; Varsity Show 34; Student Council 1-2-34; Traffic Squad 4; Pioneer 4. 28 RICHARD H. VOGT “Dick” August 28 Foxonite . . . hot square dancer . . . likes to swim . . . crazy for cars . . . “Oh Emmy” . . . What a racket; leaves school early every day . . . mechanic. Intramurals 1-2-3-4. THOMAS JOSEPH WYNNE “Tom” August 12 The friend of the Senior Class . . . speaks his mind . . . oh, that curly hair and blue eyes. Student Council Pres. 1-2-3-4, Vice-pres. 4; Dance Com. 2-3; Chairman 2; Traffic Squad 34, Co-Capt. 4; Dance Com. 4; Pioneer 4; Glee Club 1-2-34. SHIRLEY WASSMER “Cheryl” October 3 No sadness for her ... future commercial artist . . . loves those Yanks . . . keeps Toby Baker busy. Jr. National Honor Soc. 1; Glee Club 1; Art Club 1-2-3-4; Traffic Squad 34; Pioneer 4; H. R. Secy. 4. BERNARD ARTHUR WHITE “Bernie” September 20 Active member of his homeroom . . . “Take five” . . . claims Bernadine is a friend . . . dotes on dates . . . “Because of You” rates high . . . Bobby, Bernie and Dave. H. R. Pres. 1; Baseball Mgr. 1; Football Mgr. 2; Vice-pres. H. R. 4. ROBERT JOSEPH WILLIAMS “Bob” October 4 “Hi Honey” . . . hobby of dates . . . returned to E. H. H. S. in his Senior year . . . asset to Holcombes . . . “Cold, Cold Heart” . . . bas-ketball's his favorite. Intramurals 1-24. JOAN MARY YUSE “Joan” May 25 “You Know” . . . movie goer . . . what a racket, leaves school early . . . tall and neat . . . swimming is her sport . . . swoons to “Because.” Jr. National Honor Society 1; F.H.A. 1; H. R. Secy. 2; Class Ring Com. 3; Art Club 3; Traffic Squad 34; H. R. Pres. 4; Comet Bus. Board 4. DOROTHY JOAN ZITO “Sparkplug” January 7 Petite . . . Flashing dark eyes . . . quick smile . . . “Thank goodness it’s Friday” .. . her pals. Margie, Barbara and Corinne. Jr. National Honor Society 1; F.H.A. 2-34; Intramurals 2-34; Comet 3; Drama Workshop 3; Modern Language Club 3; Traffic Squad 34; Student Council 4; Pioneer 4. 29 Best Personality Patricia Prisley Ron Rossetti Biggest Line Dianne Ferdinandus Ronald Rossetti Most Likely To Succeed Shirley Lupoli Robert Mascola Most Musical Lillian Lewandoski Carmen Pelligrino Most Popular Joan MacKinnell Ronald Rossetti Most Philosophical Shirley Hill James Streeto Of Greatest Service Patricia Prisley Robert Mascola Most Athletic Joan MacKinnel Ronald Rossetti Biggest Flirt Dianne Ferdinandus Richard Meade Best Dressed Corinne Coyle Carmen Pelligrino Apple Polishers Joan MacKinnel Edward Bigelow Best Looking Joan Rebmann Kenneth Johnson Most Fun l)i;inne Ferdinandus Thomas Thorpe Nicest Eyes Nancy Barnes Paul Goss Most Dramatic Shirley Hill Thomas Brereton Nicest Hair Evelyn DeLucia Richard Byrne liest Figure Barbara Charman Peter Russell Lovebirds Helen Colley Edmund Henry Most Sophisticated Shirley Hill Paul Goss Best All-Around Patricia Prisley Ronald Rossetti Class Wits Dianne Ferdinandus Thomas Thorpe Biggest Eaters Barbara Charman Peter Russell Class Babies Shirley Wassmer Warren Smith Nicest Smile Doreen Douglas Jack Clark Worst Drivers Joan Rehmann Paul Rossiter Seen But Not Heard Marjorie Bowden Joseph Valenti Best Artists Eleanor Gerber Kenneth Johnson Best Dancers Barbara Charman Richard Meade 1952 “He who, from zone to zone. Guides through the boundless sky Thy certain flight. In the long way that I must tread alone, Will lead my steps aright.” “To a Waterfowl”—William C. Bryant As soars the bird So should we mortals rise On our journeys through Life’s unending skies. We strive toward our goal; For success and for fame, Some for great wealth The others, for name. A few aim, unswerving, Their goals to procure. Without hesitation I heir flights calm and sure. And yet there are others Who crookedly fly 1'or dieir aims are uncertain And change with the tide. We reach toward desires, Some higher, some lower, But hopefully, still, ’Til our bright dreams are o’er. Then comes the time When our fortunes decline. When our losses are many. When we’re apt to resign. Then faltering and descending As the wing which plummets to earth Our aims are lost and scattered In neglect, failure,—or worse. Yet through all our successes And when our trials increase He, who guides the wild bird Leads us on with love and peace. And thus we shall ne’er falter (In the true sense of the word), For He is forever with us, With us, and the lonely bird. —by Shirley Hill 32 UNDERCLASSMEN ( J And step by step since time began, I see the steady gain of man. —Whittier HOMEROOM 302 First Row, left to right: L. Laine, M. Manzi. P. Andrews, J. McKenna, B. Zito, Y. Guillotte, R. Esposito, S. Gaffney. Second Row: M. Malinowski, M. Tammaso, B. Porto, B. Kwieraga, V. Seniegran, D. Gottlieb, G. Racshke, B. Thompson. Third Row: A. Hofricter, T. Hemstock, P. Morman, W. Jacobsen. Advisors: Miss Eileen O’Neill, Mr. Raymond Smith. HOMEROOM 306 First Row, left to right: L. Palmieri, B. Augur, A. Mulhern, A. Gargone, C. Terrazano, C. Koerber, L. Whitney, T. Chiar-monte. Second Row: V. Paolillo, R. Henry, M. Morgan. J. Mele, G. Knight, F. Piergrosi, F. Alberg. Third Row: M. Mozzillo, P. Zingarella. V. Gagliardi, G. Reed, S. Cinque, W. McGuig-gan. D. Mawney, R. Walcott. HOMEROOM 105 First Row, left to right: J. Man-zi, M. Simone, A. Florio, A. Hoyt, P. Campbell, B. Warner, B. Clark, E. Brockett. Second Row: D. Rochcleau, M. Van Doren, B. Bristol, J. Johnson, E. Moosdorf, R. Palmer, B. Murphy. Third Row: T. Luca9, B. Cargill, D. Borgstrom, E. Johns, S. Yorks, V. Bruno, J. Dugan, B. Wilson, E. Anthonis. HOMEROOM 313 First Row, left to right: B. Duane, C. DeFelice, B. Norden, J. Fowler, J. Harlow, V. Tam-maro, M. Doolittle. B. Burke. Second Row: C. Woychowski, L. Whitney, N. Herr, S. Mackey, P. Flood, B. Wade, C. Lepone, H. Abner, D. Johnson. Third Row: E. Post, D. Hood, A. Thompson. E. Larsen, J. Vitale, R. Bowden, J. Walker, R. Schatzlein. HOMEROOM 301 First Row, left to right: M Clarke, D. Lynch, D. Bartholo mew, A Moore, J. Manganella J. Hammond. C. Scala, B. Pe trelli. Second Row: R. Fiengo, J. Broc kett, J. Norton, A. Palumbo, P Fiore, P. Solevo, A. Laudano B. Crampton, J. Cricchi. Third Row: R. Broughton. B Wilson, B. Garrity, L. Pothier J. Bogart, T. Domkowski, H Paulhus, T. Cretella. Fourth Row: A. Henry, R. Pier son, W. Karen, M. Vitale, R Fortino. HOMEROOM 304 First Row, left to right: J. Tower, P. Meade, M. DeCunto, R. Balzano, B. Fappiano, I). Scharf. M. Carafeno, P. Ginnetti. Second Row : R. Carr, P. Gamache, F. McTrottes, G. Pitts, W. Venus, A. Raschke, D. Boschen. Third Row': C. Jasudowich, R. Angus. G. Carlson, R. Maher, M. Bonwill, R. Beauton. N. Thomas. HOMEROOM 208 First Row, left to right: I). Frawley. M. DeSerio, I). Anastasio, S. Fair, P. Boughton, A. Rathhun. B. Raccio, R. Williams. Second Row: A. Mattei, E. Clouse, B. Blake, B. Cochran, D. Johnson, C. Dolan. A. Bassing. Third Row: S. Vergati, G. Monaco, E. Aucaigne. R. Talbot, C. Cianelli, H. Hefferman, W. Lawler. HOMEROOM 309 First Row, left to right: L. Thomas, P. Norden, M. Sabine, D. Kings-ford, A. Onofrio, A. Criscuola, P. Carlson, J. Norden. Second Row: L. Luyckx, I). Scalise, J. Hall, L. Thomas, A. Elliott, N. Vauiso, G. Gaffney. Third Row: P. Lasko, G. Meoli, F. Degnall, T. Lemieux. R. Lecza, T. LaFontaine. A. Massari. SOPHOMORES ADVISORS—Miss Mary Rocco, Mr. Caryle Frawley HOMEROOM 207 First Row: D. Watrous, J. Bateman, A. Marenna. M. Montgomery, E. Pajeski, J. Campbell, J. Poirier, B. McLeese, T. Parlato, R. Bur-well. Second Row: R. Johnson, D. Peten-nicchi, D. Esposito, P. Melillo, J. Henry, C. DeMusis, J. Cunningham, F. Zampiello, T. Bowden. Third Row: F. Esposito, J. Vitali, F. Ranfone, D. Brooks, G. Wilson, B. Thomas, A. Peckham, B. Peck-ham, B. Curtiss. HOMEROOM 212 First Row: J. Keegan, M. McLeese, N. Freeman, P. Monaco, A. Iannot-ti, N. Cucurello, D. Johns, B. Carbone. Second Row: D. Mautte, W. To-lento. M. Parillo, 1). McKenna, E. Malinowski. V. St. John. J. Paolil-lo, E. Miller. Third Row: F. Coleman, R. Ayr, P. McNally, J. Olson, G. Wagner, 1). Voss, F. Ranfone. Fourth Row: L. Nuhn, A. Acam-pora, J. Modena. FRESHMEN ADVISORS—Miss Barbara Folsom, Mr. Horace Marone HOMEROOM 101 First Row: J. Marenna, C. Werle, C. Walsh, N. Maisano, H. Scillia. T. Mautte. Second Row: J. DePoto, J. Storo. J. Morin, J. Grannta, V. Landis. F. Lombardi. S. Wardle, R. Orlando. Third Row’: W. Bone. J. Jenkins, R. Anstey, G. Monzeglio, R. Ryen. L. Prosch, R. Thomas, D. Peterson, C. Beauton. HOMEROOM 312 First Row: B. Wyllie, M. Al-bano, R. Scalise, E. Hills, B. Dietrich, S. Provost, W. Webster, B. Funaro. M. Montesanto. Second Row: B. Brinkman. L. Orifice. S. L’Hereaux, E. De-Palma. C. Alexander. S. Mitchell, H. Walters. C. Bishop, E. Cappello. M. Petrelli. Third Row: A. Gianotti, F. Funaro, T. Sullivan, B. Fruin, N. Torello, F. Keefe, F. Kronberg, G. DePoto. V. Zalonski, C. Ci-carelli, R. Hill. Fourth Row: E. Saunders, C. Leona. E. Curtis. M. Staplins. HOMEROOM 211 First Row: J. Sygiel, L. Jacobson. T. Cricchi, A. Porto, P. Clark, L. Judge, C. Santanello, D. Harrison. Second Row: R. Brennen, B. Perry. J. Applegate, J. Kaczyn-ski, J. Muller, W. Rosenquist, J. Jackson. A. Byne, M. Brere-ton, R. Staplins. Third Row: W. Cook, R. Gaffney. J. Garrity, D. Eldridge, E. Doebrick. R. Dering, J. Downer, R. Masiello, R. Montgomery. HOMEROOM 303 First Row : C. Yelardi, M. De Flippo. V. Zampano, D. Cun ningham, J. Curry, N. W’arming ham. J. Carofeno, C. Mostoff, M Paolillo. Second Row: A. Bode. E. Piom hino, E. Swanson. J. Muro, R Boschen. J. Barker, B. Leave strom, B. Plaskon, R. Hayden Third Row: E. McQuigan. M Paolillo, S. Clow, R. Carlson P. Reynolds, R. Waterbury, J Tucker, J. McFarland, E. Mur ray, J. Narracci. Fourth Row: M. Luzzi, S. Korn gehal, J. A. Wolfe, J. Boyer, N Russo, C. Ruggiero. EIGHTH GRADE ADVISORS—Mrs. William Spencer, Miss Edna Herr HOMEROOM 104 First Row: E. Barbato, R. Wardle, E. Weiner. A. Limoncelli, E. Schile, A. Petrillo, J. Richard, R. Reed, M. Yorks, J. Grignano, S. Negri. Second Row: L. Knapp, E. Jackson, G. St. John, J. Zito, F. Ferraiolo, E. Burke. N. Devine. C. DeSanto. P. D’Amico, S. Owen, C. Leonetti. Third Row: Mrs. Spencer, I. Friherg, J. Brusseau. W. Blatchley, J. Corso, C. Alderman, R. Stewart, J. Melillo. R. Castellon. A. Spadacenta, M. Cerrito, S. Murgo. HOMEROOM 210 First Row: J. Criscuolo, T. Del-Vecchio, T. Haesche, P. Reading, T. Brown, M. Spadacenta. R. Long. P. Ruotolo, L. Pellegrino, M. Close, P. Luzzi. Second Row: E. Hughes, A. Moz-zillo, L. Burton, M. Kenney, B. Rupp, G. Palmer, J. Streeto, F. Costanzo, K. Brereton, M. Landino, L. Broughton. Third Row: Miss H. Svenson, J. Parlato, M. Abner, E. Aldrich, M. Sullivan. A. Graver, S. Sanford, F. Benham, J. Romano. S. Sheades, J. Gustafson, R. Carbone. HOMEROOM 107 First Row: F. Baldassare, J. Colwell. A. Cicarelli, M. Carlson, T. Petrillo, R. Taupier, J. Ronberg, C. Harvey. Second Row : F. DeLuoia, E. Vali-gura. I. Arabolos, M. Flanagan, F. Quinlan. B. Edwards, P. Terrace, J. Anastasio. Third Row: P. Criscuolo, J. Reynolds, R. Choronzy, F. Parlato, A. Gargano, C. Tirpak, C. Brooks. T. Hamilton. Fourth Row: D. Magna, A. Esposito, A. Melillo, W. Gianetti. C. Borrmann, D. DeAngelis, R. Pam-pano, W'. DelCorte. HOMEROOM 109 First Row: J. Grimm, B. Colrus, R. Balsamo, R. Hill, S. Burns, J. Lingamfelter, M. Pellegrino, C. Pa-nico. Second Row: F. Wilson, R. Wright, M. Brown, S. Frank, L. Fritzell, R. Melvin, C. Provost, H. Casey. Third Row: A. Concilio, R. Heller, B. Behler, B. Cook, R. Jacocks, N. Harrington, J. Bunnell, K. Lee-per. Fourth Row: D. Fulford, R. Sabo, I). Thomas. R. Swanson, A. Aveni, R. Brockett, R. Velardi, J. Andrea. SEVENTH GRADE ADVISORS—Miss Ruth Youngerman, Miss Dorothy Kane HOMEROOM 203 First Row: E. DeSanto, C. Muller, F. Burns, D. Richards, C. Scharf, A. Paolillo, A. Granata, J. Chidsey. Second Row: G. Bowden. P. Hayes, R. Cheadeyne, A. Melillo, W. McCaul, P. Sibley, A. Ryan, G. Aceto. Third Row: D. Mattei, N. Thomas, J. Corvi. F. Lombardi, R. Schneider, P. Meade. J. Smith. Fourth Row: M. Kane, C. VanSteeburgh, I). Helbig, L. Brown, M. Smith, W. Cochran, J. Fryer, G. Pasipanki, C. Powell, R. Scialla, J. DeCaprio. HOMEROOM 204 First Row: K. Potter, J. DelGuidice, J. Stempick, L. Sandacata, P. Monro, R. Provosoli, J. Buonone, R. Franceschet. Second Row: M. Novella, H. Levine, J. Carr, D. Milano, R. Panico, L. McGovney, J. Anderson, P. Abner. R. Laurello, W. Anderson. Third Row: J. Bogaert. C. Redman, S. Grenon. J. Plaskon, Z. Knight, C.. Longley. B. Boyington, A. Wisting. R. Andrea. Fourth Row: Miss Edna Herr, R. Bartlett. D. Collett, C. Verderame, B. Zarvitch, D. Baker. HOMEROOM 103 First Row: R. Clow, E. Driscoll, N. Smith. J. Fucci, L. Laine, T. Monaco, A. DiGiuseppi. Second Row: C. Bradbury, S. DePino, J. Hamilton. A. Carbone, J. Pero, R. Langlois, A. Third Row: Miss Ruth Youngerman. L. Gentile. J. Anderson. F. Desmond, S. Esposito, V. Santanella, W. Bristol, H. Morris. HOMEROOM 201 First Row: G. Feuhrer, G. Mascola, H. Clouse, N. Longobardi, W. McNulty, A. Standish, P. McIntosh, B. Close, V. Gedney. 0 Second Row: C. Mulqueen. J. Leighton, R. Paolillo, M. DeFelice, R. Gilson. F. Grindell, C. O’Hidy, P. Duane. , M r Third Row: L. Seper, S. Palmieri, V. Valenti, C. Lupoli. M. Meeker, r. Celentano, D. Harrison, R. Waterbury, C. Fritzell. c , . Fourth Row: J. Cunningham. C. Cianelli, J. Boyzat, J. Vercillo, B. Sabine, D. Zampano, H. Klockars, D. Sanford. Come, and swing your gal Sophomores sponsor the Hop How s the food, boys? Hit that dummy!! Mr. Mayo's Problems CLASS HISTORY FRESHMAN YEAR Four years ago in September 1948 we. The Class of “52”, began our excursion through East Haven High School. With Miss Doris Houston and Miss Mary Weber as our advisors we were certain of a pleasant trip. Looked upon as lowly freshmen we were anxious to get into the school activities. As the football season commenced our boys could be seen daily, vigorously practicing. Among them were Hon Rossetti and Nick Pelligrino, while Pete Russell, Frank Brereton and Paul Goss were busy with the swimming team. The F.H.A., Art Club, and Student Council received many new freshmen into their enrollments. Representing us on the Comet were Barbara Kane on the Editorial Board and Mary Jane Carter on the Business Board. Soon came the time for our elections. After much vigorous campaigning the following people were elected: Cliff Hackbarth— President; James Downey—Vice-president; Mary Jane Carter— Secretary; Maryellen Grover—Treasurer. The basketball team also made us proud of our freshmen talent terminating a successful season. The cast of the Varsity Show included several capable froshies. The National Junior Honor Society tapped our class for many new members. Our year was finally concluded with the Freshman Frolic, the social event of the year. Students who planned the dance were: Linden Prann, Tommy Brereton, Clifford Hackbarth, Bob Mascola, Shirley Lupoli, Anna Canna, John Angus, Barbara Charman, Albert Vigorito, Joan McKinnel and James Streeto. As June rolled around we closed our books and looked back on a year well spent as freshmen. SOPHOMORE YEAR We were quite settled now and no longer considered the youngest group. Getting along in the year we elected our officers. James Downey lead the class as President, and was assisted by Albert Vigorito as Vice-president. Also our dignified Helen Colley was voted Secretary and able-bodied James Streeto kept guard on all the money as Treasurer. We may have been considered just underclassmen, but we had a good turnout in all the sports. We had six on our swimming team, four on the baseball team and three playing on the varsity basketball squad. Jack Clark was the only one from our class on the bowling team. To cheer the basketball and football teams Mary Jane Carter, Joan MacKinnel, and Joan Rebman were chosen as Jay Vee Cheerleaders. The only two girls picked for Pep Club from our class were Lillian Lewandowski and Betty Lou Pickett. Clifford Hackbarth, Joan MacKinnell, and Mary Jane Carter also helped in taking over the town for a day, as Fire Chief, Tax Collector and Assistant, respectively. We were underclassmen but we still had a say in Student Council with ten of our fellow students participating. Not realizing ourselves what talent some of our members had, we soon found out in the Varsity Show with the Sophomore Glee Club. Also an artist among us, was Shirley Hill as the Golden Key winner for Connecticut and a member of the Art Club. The F.H.A. had a big turnout from the class with nine members joining. That same year the Modern Language Club was newly organized under the leadership of Miss Doris Houston. There were many dances during our Sophomore year, but we were concerned mostly with our own dance—the Sophomore Hop. With Ronald Rosetti and Pat Prisley as co-chairmen of the dance it was a great success and we ended the year with a feeling of achievement. JUNIOR YEAR Our pioneer town East Haven is almost fully established. We are looking forward to being called “upperclassmen.” Leading our pioneer class were Albie Vigorito—President; Linden Prann— Vice President; Helen Colley—Secretary; and Joan MacKinnel— Treasurer. Heroes on the football field were Ronnie Rossetti, Nick Pellegrino and George Shultz. The ace on the basketball court along with Ronnie and Nicky was Eddie Henry. Baseball with its old pioneer, Warren Smith, was accompanied by Joe Valenti, Leo Tancreti, Nick Pellegrino and Ronnie Rossetti. Our swimming fishes were Pete Russell, Gardner Leighton, Joe Sullivan, Tom Brereton, Paul Goss and Frank Brereton. To cheer the boys on in all fields of sports were Marion Vauiso, Lorraine Beauton, and Carol Roberts, captained by Joan Rebmann. The biggest event of the Junior Year was our own prom, which was held at the New Haven Lawn Club. It proved to be a huge success with Frances Spadacenta and Mike Montesanto as co-chairmen, assisted by a very capable committee. Honored as king and queen were Nick Pellegrino and Barbara Charman, respectively. Future Homemakers of America, one of our most active clubs, sent Helen Colley, who was elected State Vice-president of this organization, to enjoy a trip to Kansas City to attend the National Convention. Our school paper, the “Comet,” was a huge success with a fine editorial board consisting of Ann Engelhardt, Barbara Kane, Marcia Mann, Joan MacKinnel, Shirley Lupoli, Margie Bowden, and Marion Vauiso. The business board, under the direction of Helen Colley, manager, with the help of Eleanor Gerber, Louise Pellegrino, Joan Piombino, Jackie MacDougal, Joan Meeker and Mary Ann Campano helped to guide the “Comet” through a successful year. Fun and laughter was enjoyed by all with the production of “We Shook the Family Tree” by Drama Workshop, starring Mimi Rebmann, Tom Brereton and Cliff Hackbarth. The State Festival of music was held in our auditorium. Many of our own classmates took part with all the other music students of the state. Among those taking part were Lillian Lew-andowski, Nancy Barnes, Genevieve Amento, Irene Kelsey, Diane Gesner, Dick Vogt and Bob Marley. Speaking of music, we can’t forget our school band in which Carl Testa and Dick Meade helped to prove it a success. To end a very joyous and successful year were the inductions of Helen Colley, Ed Bigelow, Boh Mascola, Shirley Lupoli, Barbara Kane, and Pat Prisley into the National Honor Society. SENIOR YEAR Finally we attained the goal we had long been seeking . . . Seniors in East Haven High School. Chosen to guide our class through our last and most important year, were Carmen Pellegrino as President, Warren Smith as Vice-president, Shirley Lupoli as Secretary and Patricia Prisley as Treasurer. To keep things running smoothly, the Student Council elected Thomas Wynne as President, James Streeto as Vice-president and Barbara Charman as Secretary-Treasurer. The Traffic-Squad did a wonderful job as usual, under the leadership of Pat Prisley and Ronald Lecza as co-captains. This year we continued our weekly radio program over WAVZ under the guidance of Miss Ethel Kennedy. The National Honor Society enjoyed another memorable season and inducted five more Seniors, who have proven them- The Students Govern Working hard in the Shop 45 Fun at the Football Formal What is it? East Haven takes to the air Students voice their opinions Cheerleaders Cep Dance The boys are enlightened The Fashion Parade selves to be quite worthy of the honor. They are Robert Linde-man, James Streeto, Mary Lou Brockett, Eleanor Gerber, and Dorothy Zito. In January, three big scoops were released by our school newspaper, the Comet. We learned that Evelyn DeLucia was appointed Editor-in-Chief of the yearbook, with Shirley Lupoli, Anna Jane Canna and Robert Mascola assisting her. The second scoop revealed that Frank Brereton was to be Sports Editor of the Comet. Also piloting the Comet were Helen Colley, Joan Meeker, Joan MacKinncl, Shirley Lupoli, Marcia Mann and Cor-inne Coyle, under the guidance of Miss Ethel Kennedy. Last but not least of the scoops was the coveted D.A.R. award honoring Patricia Prisley as East Haven’s Good Citizenship Senior. Pat richly deserved the award. The F.H.A., one of the most active clubs in the high school, completed a most successful season under the guidance of Miss Alberta Toothacher. Helen Colley was chosen President, Barbara Kane as Vice-president, Jackie Macdougall, Secretary and Evelyn DeLucia as Treasurer. Two other clubs, not quite as prominent in the high school, but meeting with the students’ approval, are the Modern Language Club and the Singing Senior Club. Unanimously chosen as President of the Language Club was Jackie Macdougall followed with Edward Bigelow as Vice-president, Shirley Lupoli, Secretary, and this club promises to be very successful in years to come as it is nowr under the guidance of Miss Doris Houston. The Singing Senior Club is a new organization but tends to be a prosperous club, in future years. It is under the supervision of Miss Hildur Svenson, with Barbara Charman as President, Diane Ferdinandus as Vice-president and Joan Pratt as Secretary-Treausrer. The athletic field and our gym were the centers of attraction as our two main teams, football and basketball, helped to make our Senior year a prosperous one. The season opened with football which claimed Ronnie Rossetti, Nicholas Pellegrino as cocaptains, who led the team through one of the best seasons ever. Edmund Henry, as captain of basketball, enabled our team to enter into the C.I.A.C. Basketball tournament. Both teams are to he credited for wonderful seasons. To cheer the teams on, Lillian Lewendowski and Betty Lou Pickett were elected co-captains of Pep Club, and Joan Rebman and Joan MacKinnel were chosen to lead the cheering squads. Leo Tancreti and Thomas Thorpe are to be congratulated for doing such a grand job at managing the teams. Pete Russell was chosen captain of the swimming team and led such noted swimmers as Frank Brereton, Gardner Leighton. Thomas Brereton, Art Rosenquist, under the capable guidance of Mr. Carl Frawley. Along towards March, plans for the annual Varsity Show were getting underway, with the theme for this year to be “A South Sea Island Scene.” Many stars such as Lillian Lewendowski, Carmen Pellegrino, Alhie Vigorito and the Singing Groups, helped to make the show the success it was. Clifford Hackbarth as Manager, assisted by Joan MacKinnel, contributed toward maintaining peace among the conscientious Seniors. As we, the class of 1952 depart, memories of our eventful years at East Haven High, shall always remain with us. Memories of the high school career we know' we have finished successfully; and as we leave, the memory of the late Mrs. Russell Hunter, a brilliant woman and a former member of the faculty, will depart with us. It has been through the excellent teachings of our faculty, that we may continue on the road to success, whether our roads lead to industry, military service or to a higher education. As we look back over the years, our hearts are heavy knowing we are leaving teachers and students alike who we all know as . . . our friends. We are proud to have belonged to East Haven High, knowing that our home of knowledge has made our journey into life an easier one. 46 Go. Carm. Go Dave makes sweet melodies ACTIVITIES PIONEER STAFF ■ } BUSINESS AND EDITORIAL BOARD First Row. left to right: L. Beauton. B. Kane, S. Hill, L. Lewandoski, D. Zito, M. Brockett, M. Carter, J. Degnall, C. Gibbs. Second Row: M. McNally, J. Pratt, F. Davies, M. Ierardi, Business Manager, A. Canna, E. DeLucia, Editor-in-chief, S. Lupoli, R. Mascola, C. Coyle, E. Gerber, J. Meeker. Third Row: P. Goss, F. Brereton, A. Rosenquist, K. Johnson. F. Maisano, R. Lindeman, D. Ryan, S. Wassmer, P. Prisley, B. Baker, A. Englehardt, M. Bowden. GIFTS—WILL First Row, left to right: L. Lewandoski, P. Prisley, A. Canna, C. Coyle, S. Hill, J. Degnall, B. Baker. B. Char-man, G. Pannone, C. Gibbs. Second Row: J. Pratt, F. Davies, F. Maisano, D. Ryan, R. Lindeman, F. Brereton, R. Mascola, M. Carter, L. Pellegrino. ART—PLANNING First Row, left to right: S. Lupoli, M. Brockett, E. Gerber, S. Hill, B. Kane, B. Baker. E. DeLucia. Second Row: J. Degnall, F. Maisano, K. Johnson, P. Goss, F. Brereton, S. Wassmer. PROPHECY- HISTORY First Row, left to right: B. Charman, J. Macdougall, D. Zito, S. Lupoli. Second Row: J. MacKinnel, E. Bigelow, P. Rossiter, M. Bowden. First Row, left to right: C. Terrazzano, T. Parlato, C. Walsh, Calwell, J. Leighton, C. Hack barth. president, B. Charman, secretary-treasurer, T. Wynne, president, B. Norden, A. Ian-notti, V. Tammaro, D. Zito. L. Laine, M. Carter. Second Row: J. Streeto, S. Depino, S. Grenan. R. Williams, Lombardi, W. Rosenquist, C. Bishop, T. Chricchi, R. Balzano, A. Aveni, A. Rosenquist. Third Row: P. Morman, E. Moosdorf, L. Thomas. B. Crampton. B. Garrity, J. Boyer, P. Prisley, B. Cochran, L. Prosch, C. Birmingham, B. Thompson. A. Canna. A. Vigorito. R. Paolillo, A. Montesanto. E. Anthonis. Fourth Row: Mr. E. Sugrue, advisor, Miss Catherine Montague, advisor, J. Dugan, R. Ber tolini, V. Gagliardi. D. Bowden, J. Esposito, M. Mozzillo. R. Lecza, J. Streeto, D. Borgstrom, R. Fiengo, D. Murray, R. Keeler. D. Ryan, G. Wagner, T. Bowden. STUDENT COUNCIL Our student government is the functioning power of the student body. Under the guidance of Miss Catherine Montague and Mr. Edward Sugrue, this group is responsible for many changes in the school. Their annual dance is an awaited affair. First Row, left to right: S. Lupoli. H. Colley, secretary, P. Prisley, Vice-president, R. Mascola, president, B. Kane, Treasurer. E. Gerber, G. Knight. Second Row: V. Bruno. M. Brockett, E. Bigelow, D. Zito. Mr. T. Murray, advisor, J. Streeto, R. Fiengo, J. Johnson. R. Lindeman. V. Paolillo absent from picture. This organization extends membership to exceptional students, possessing the qualities of Leadership, Scholarship, Character and Service. This is the highest honor any student may receive at East Haven High School. Mr. Thomas Murray is faculty advisor. miONAL HONOR OC fTY j. JR. NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY First Row, left to right: K. Lawler. C. Barringham, T. Sullivan, Vice-president, J. Wolfe, Treasurer, C. Bishop, secretary, R. Bertolini, president, M. Paolillo, T. Cricchi. Second Row: M. Altrui, N. Harrington, J. Boyer, Niel Russo, E. Kurtz, E. Valigura, Miss M. Weber, advisor. This group is similar to the Senior Society and the requirements are the same. Miss Mary Weber guides the group. COMET Our school newspaper is indeed an accomplishment. The staff works diligently to put out the paper. Miss Ethel Kennedy and Mrs. Eleanor Lupi guide the staffs. EDITORIAL BOARD First Row, left to right: M. McNally, E. DeLucia, A. Hoyt, M. Brockett, B. Celan-tano. Second Row: A. Rosenquist, G. Rafter. Third Row: F. Brereton, E. Larsen, Faculty Advisor Miss Ethel Kennedy, M. Van Dor-en, B. Lindeman. BUSINESS BOARD First Row, left to right: G. Pannone, L. Laine, A. Hoyt, M. Manzi, H. Colley, J. Reb-mann. J. Macdougall. Second Row: T. Brereton, D. Ferdinandus, J. Mackin-nel, B. Charman, B. Porto, J. Manzi. B. Burke, J. Johnson, E. Gerber, M. Carter. Third Row: A. Vigorito, J. Meeker, S. Zabski, S. Yorks, J. Piombino. B. Kane. J. Yuse, S. Lupoli, L. Pellegrino, Faculty Advisor: Mrs. Eleanor Lupi. T. S. 0. Our Traffic Squad controls the traffic between classes. Advisors are Miss Hildur Svenson and Mr. Edward Sugrue. TRAFFIC SQUAD First Row, left to right: M. Carter. I). Zito, S. Lupoli, A. Englehart, J. Piombino, C. Coyle, D. Vergati. B. Baker, L. Lewandoski, D. Ferdinandus. M. Simeone, L. Beauton. Second Row: I). Douglas, J. Macdougall, J. Meeker, M. Mann, J. Degnall. L. Pellegrino, G. Pannone, N. Brewer, B. Pickett, S. Wassamer, J. Pratt, M. Brocket!. B. Choquette, P. Costa. Third Row: H. Colley, R. Byrne, R. Marley, G. Leighton, P. Goss, J. Streeto, W. Smith. M. Ierardi. J. Panico, C. Testa, A. Vigorito. J. Yuse, M. Campano, D. Bowden. Fourth Row: A. Canna. W. Masse, I. Kelsey, M. Bowden, D. Morse, E. Bigelow, P. Rossiter. Fifth Row: Miss Svenson, Faculty Advisor, B. Kane, Secretary, G. Schultz, treasurer, T. Wynne. Co-captain, J. Sullivan, First Floor Lieutenant, P. Prisley, Co-captain, R. Lecza, Third Floor Lieutenant, F. Spadacenta. Second Floor Lieutenant, Mr. Sugrue, Faculty Advisor. 53 MUSIC DEPARTMENT The Glee Clubs and high school hands have given much enjoyment to the student body. Their annual concert is enjoyed by all. In March the combined Music Department attended a Festival in Milford. First Row, left to right: J. Pratt, B. Pickett. S. Kaiser, C. Koeber, L. Whitney, M. Hereaux, N. DiGiuseppi, N. Barnes, G. Amento. Second Row: B. Wade, C. Lepone, C. Roberts, L. Lewandoski, B. Crampton, G. Pannone, A. Moore, L. Pellegrino. C. Gibbs, J. Manzi, L. Thomas. Third Row: Mrs. Wr. Strandberg, Advisor, B. Augur, L. Whitney, I. Kelsey, J. Degnall, M. Degnall, E. Larsen. E. Gerber, D. Gesner, M. Morgan, A. Palumbo. B. Celentano, R. Orlando, P. Morman. Fourth Row: T. Lucas, J. Dugan, J. Norton, C. Carafano, R. Fortino, T. Cretella, G. Wolcott, Wr. MacDonald. R. Marley, R. Cargill. FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE GLEE CLUB First Row, left to right: L. Thomas, P. Meade, A. Marenna, C. Bishop, L. Jacobson, T. Parlato, A. Onofrio, R. Chambers, S. Wardle, V. Landa. M. Albano. Second Row: Mrs. W. Strandberg, Advisor, T. Mautte. J. Tower, C. Amen dola, V. Shurk. J. Boyer, J. Wolfe, R. Ryan, J. MacFarland, A. Esposito, L. Thomas, A. Bode. Third Row: J. Henry, J. Garrity. N. Torello, I). Pettinnechi, D. Hewes, H. Barker, J. Modina, R. Burwell, J. Dugan, R. Massiello, D. Eldridge. 55 ART CLUB First Row, left to right: J. Carofeno. M. Doolittle. B. Garrity, Secretary, E. Gerber, President, M. L. Brocket!, Vice-president, G. Gaffney, II. Walters, P. Andrews. Second Row : N. Freeman, J. DeMayo, M. Degnall, S. Wassmer, D. Roclileau, L. Palmeri, E. Brockett. Third Row : I). Murray, J. McFarland, G. Raschke, A. Raschke, E. Johns, Mr. Louis Crescenti, Faculty Advisor. Our artists have a very active group. Their annual Barnyard Brawl is a great affair. Mr. Louis Crescenti has been capable advisor to the club. 56 FUTURE HOMEMAKERS OF AMERICA First Row, left to right: G. Amento, M. Doolittle, S. Lupoli, E. DeLucia, B. Kane. H. Colley. J. Macdougall. C. Coyle, P. Andrews, V. Tammaro, P. Campbell. Second Row: M. Hereaux. J. Johnson. J. Rebniann, B. Baker, J. Piomhino. L. Pellegrino, F. Davies, J. Pratt, B. Pickett, J. Harlowe, A. Hoyt, J. Fowler, R. Palmer, D. Zito. Third Row: P. Flood, B. Duane, C. DeFelice, A. Thompson, D. Gottlieb, L. Beauton. P. Prisley, E. Larsen, S. Yorks, M. Howe. D. Ferdinandus, M. Carter, M. McNally, S. Zabski. P. Solevo, Faculty Advisor: Miss Alberta Toothacher. The F.H.A. is one of our active organizations. The girls learn the arts of cooking and sewing under the guidance of Miss Alberta Toothaker. LI 57 First Row, left to right: T. Parlato, M. Montgomery, D. Zito, J. Macdougall, President, S. Lupoli, Secretary, B. Zito, I). Kingsford. A. Raschke, G. Raschke. Second Row; B. Wade, B. McGleese, M . Campano, E. Bigelow, T. Chiarmonte, F. McTrottes, Treasurer, J. MacFarland, L. Herman. Third Row: F. Zampiello, M. lerardi. P. Gamache. J. Degnall, Miss Doris Houston, Advisor, A. Esposito, E. DeLucia. B. Wilson. B. Crampton, G. Rafter. MODERN LANGUAGE CLUB This organization under the guidance of Miss Doris Houston has been most successful. The club’s annual dance. The Mardi Gras, is a gay affair. CLASS PROPHECY Setting: Bub Time: 1962 Characters: Marjorie Bowden, Dorothy Zito, Edward Bigelow, and Paul Rossiter The bus came to a halt and a tall blonde stepped on. She had a preoccupied air until she spotted someone in the rear of the bus. She stared at him, then exclaimed: Margie: “Why it's Paul Rossiter! Hi there, Paul!” Paul: “What have you been doing lately?” Margie: “I’m teaching English in the high school. But, tell me what are you doing here? Aren't you M.C. on that T.V. program, The Drugstore Cowboy’.” Paul: “Yes, but right now I’m on a two week vacation. Been wondering what all the gang are doing. I just saw Carl Orifice. He’s singing in New York now.” Margie: “Really? I've heard Al Vigorito has been doing pretty well along that line too.” Paul: “How do you like teaching?” Margie: “Oh, it’s really swell. Especially since Evelyn DeLucia and Shirley Lupoli are both teaching with me. Although Shirley will be leaving next month to take a job as linguist for the government.” Paul: “That's swell. Bob Mascola's working for the government too, on the Bureau of Internal Revenue.” Margie: “And he used to be such a nice kid!!” Paul: “By the way did you see Doreen Douglas' picture on the cover of ‘Look’?” Margie: “Yes, I've seen her picture in so many magazines recently. On the other side of the picture, I hear Bob Lofquist has been having success as a photographer. Joe Sullivan operates a T.V. camera at the studio.” Paul: “What ever became of his pal, John Terrace? Margie: “He runs the Terrace Fishing Supply Company in Momauguin. Does Tommy Wynne still live there?” Paul: “No, he’s in Hartford campaigning against Tommy Ryan for the senatorship.” Margie: “By the way—‘Whistling Will MacDonald's One Man Rand' is at the State this week.” Paul: “And next week. ‘Carmen Pelligrino's Melody Men’ are going to star there, presenting their theme song, ‘Love for Sale’.” Margie: “Well, look. Dot Zito is getting on the bus.” Dot: “Hello, Margie.” Paul: “Hi, Dot, how’s things?” Dot: “Well, if it isn’t Paul Rossiter. I was just talking with an old classmate, Carl Testa. Paul: “Really, what's he doing now?” Dot: “He’s got his own office now and his own method of pulling teeth.” Margie: “What have you been doing. Dot?” Dot: “I'm working as a book reviewer for the New York Times.” Margie: “How interesting!” Dot: “Oh, it is! I just finished my review on Bob Linderman's new book. The Fascination of Chemistry . My next assignment is a review of Frank Brereton's Autobiography, ‘My Life Story In Pictures,’ illustrated by Shirlee Hill. Paul: “Look at that signboard advertising the Metropolitan Opera House production. It’s starring Genevieve Pannone. Margie: “I saw Gen last time I was in New York. I also stopped in at Cliff Hackbarth's Nightclub ‘Hack’s Shack’ and heard Lillian Lewandowski sing there.” Dot: “What a small world it is after all! Just the other day I went into one of those classy summer resorts and who was the hostess but Dianne Ferdinand us. Paul: “I wonder who that distinguished looking man is getting on the bus.” Margie: “Isn't it Ed Bigelow? Hi, Ed.” 59 Eddie: “Hello, Margie, and greetings to you. Dot and Paul.” Dot: “How do you like being President of the New Haven Railroad? I read about your promotion in the paper a week or so ago.” Eddie: “Oh, it’s really wonderful. 1 just hired George McGuigan as engineer.” Margie: “Wish this bus would hurry up. 1 have an appointment to have my hair done at the Katherine Gibbs Hairdressing Establishment.” Dot: “Marianne Campano and Joan Yuse work in the same building as private secretaries.” Paul: “I was talking with Joan Yuse the other day and she told me Joan Piombino is receptionist at the New Haven Airport.” Eddie: “Did you know Paul Goss is the head of a large manufacturing firm?” Margie: “Seems like all of the high school gang have met with success, — a lot in the homemaking field.” Dot: “I hear Anna Canna is raising little contractors.” Margie: ‘7 e en Colley Eddie Henry have the cutest little cottage out in Foxon.” Paul: “Bobby Keeler s Apange Orchard is right near it.” Eddie: “Apange Orchard. What’s that?” Paul: “It’s a new fruit Bob made by crossing an orange with an apple.” Dot: “I heard Mary Lou Brockett is the head of the Conservation Bureau in Foxon.” Eddie: “They’ve started having square dance contests, too. Dick Vogt wins a lot of the square dancing marathons.” Dot: “Speaking of contests, did you know Gen Amento won the 1962 Olympics for the fanciest roller skating?” Margie: “Sue Todini is holding her own as a basketball champion, too.” Paul: “Remember Jimmy Streeto? It’s Dr. Streeto now. Mimi Rebman is his private nurse, and Lorraine Beauton works as his x-ray technician.” Dot: “Linden Prann Barbara Charman look so efficient in their nurses’ outfits.” Eddie: “Have you seen Nick Pelligrino lately?” Paul: “No. but I read he’s playing football for some professional team.” Dot: uKen Johnson is designing displays for department stores.” Eddie: “Is that right?” Dot: “Yes, I saw him yesterday. And guess who is a salesman to that store?” Eddie: “Who?” Dot: “Mario lerardi. He just bought a new car, and sold his old one to Joe lanotti who owns ‘Jig’s Used Jalopies’.” Paul: “Remember when Gardner I,eighton went on a hunting expedition. Well, I just learned he had his gun specially made by Bob Marley.” Dot: “Other rugged outdoors-men are Maylon Boyington and Art Rosenquist. They’re forest rangers up north.” Eddie: “Bernie White is way up north, too, exploring the Arctic with the White expedition.” Paul: “Leslie Herman has taken to the north also. He’s fishing in the great streams of Maine.” Margie: “Say, did you know Tommy Brereton and Dave Ryan are still getting laughs? Barnum Bailey have them in the act as clowns.” Dot: “Wouldn't you know. And Diane Gesner is attracting large audiences with her trained horse exhibitions.” Paul: “Marie Hotve is entering her horse in the Kentucky Derby. She stands a good chance of winning with Bobby Williams as jockey.” Margie: “Joan Degnall and Joan Meeker are in Kentucky as Army Nurses.” Eddie: “Ann Engelhardt. Marian McNally, Jackie Macdougall, Barbara Choquett and Joan Pratt are all pill pushers.” Dot: “Among the new stores in East Haven is Marcia Manns Record Palace.” Paul: “f,hyllis Carnvale and her husband operate the Momauguin Theater.” Eddie: “Glenn Rafter owns his own drugstore, ‘Rafter's Roost’.” Ron and Nick—Our Captains A Guidance Council “Long Live the King Our Sophomore Hop Dot: “Seems Bill Hasse sells handmade cabinets. They are quite in demand.” Margie: “John Panico and Jack Clark own and operate their own bowling alley, de-signed by Richard Byrne. Paul: “John Scalese manages a new defense factory. Ronald Lecza designed all the machinery.” Dot: “Frances Spadacenta and Scar are married and cook and sell delicious apizza pies.” Eddie: “Her friend Betty Tinari is still knitting but now it’s for Jonsee, Jr. Dot: “And Phyllis Pascale knitted the nicest sweater for her husband.” Paul: “Mario Bertolini is Mr. America 1962.” Margie: “Mary Jane Carter operates Carter’s Dress Shop. She has the cutest dresses, designed by Eleanor Gerber. Eddie: “Shirley Wassmer is trying her hand at painting portraits.” Dot: Dick Meade is the Gene Krupa of T.VM and Charles Carafano is musical arranger of the new Broadway hit.” Margie: “I saw Ron Rossetti being interviewed on T.V. for his sports record.” Paul: “Did you hear that Joe Valenti beat the men’s bowling record?” Dot: “Joan MacKinnel plays basketball with the Telephone Belles. Louise Panella works in the same office. She and Nancy Brewer are still the best of friends. Louise often helps Nancy babysit.” Paul: “You’d never guess what happened to our woman hater, Tom Thorpe. He’s hooked, and how! and raising eight sweet little girls.” Margie: “Betty Lou Eric are still walking arm in arm, except now there's four little Olsons tagging along.” Dot: “Nancy Barnes and Mary Hereaux both married 8 years ago.” Eddie: “Have you seen Corinne Coyle s Academy for Young Ladies?” Paul: “Yes, Mary Ann Gambardella and Nancy DiGuiseppi are secretaries in her administrative office.” Dot: “Vinnie Celantano is still hanging around Holcombe’s corner, but now he's the cop arresting the kids for loitering.” Margie: “Pat Prisley has been chosen the model secretary of the year.” Paul: “Barbara Kane is teaching the fundamentals of law at Hopkins Grammar School, where Mike Montesanto teaches the History of Art.” Dot: “Barbara Baker and Marion Vauiso went to Comptometer School and are working in Washington.” Eddie: “Pete Russell is very happy with his waterproof sandwich as he can eat and swim at the same time now.” Margie: “Bradley Smith is taking his rich classmates sword fishing off the Coast of Block Island.” Dot: “David Morse is owner of a Shrimp Boat fleet on the East Haven River.” Eddie “Dougie Bowden is assistant mechanic in charge of putting air valves on tires.” Paul: “Well I get off here. See you next week at George Schultz and Carol Roberts wedding.” Margie: “So long, Paul! Oh I forgot to tell him about ‘Smitty and Robert Shanoff. They’re officers in the Air Force.” Dot: “Pete Costa operates a tee shirt factory. Remember, that was his trade-mark in school.” Margie: “Here’s my stop. Almost forgot—Flo Davies is working as secretary to Stephen Underwood, who is Chief consultant at the Weather Bureau. Well, it’s been swell seeing you. Good bye!” Eddie: “Mary Lou Simeone and Dolores Vergati are really in the dough. They work in the Last State Bank as tellers. Mary Piscatelli and Louise Pelligrino, still the best of friends, are pulling together as dental technicians.” Dot: “I hear Alton Rebman finally became time conscious. He now has to write out the time schedule at the New Haven Railroad.” Eddie: “Frank Maisano always had good painting ability. Right now he’s painting the horses at the Merry-Go-Round.” Dot: “Leo Tancreti, always interested in baseball, is at the Yankee Stadium operating the popcorn concession. Whoops—missed my stop. See you at the reunion next week, Ed.” The Juniors Carry The Ball Mrs. Edith Gelinas Where s the Fire? 61 CLASS GIFTS 62 GENEVIEVE AMENTO—Stilts—No Comment!!! BARBARA BAKER—Binoculars—So you can keep better track of that maroon car. NANCY BARNES—Vitamin Pill—We hope that someday you'll grow. LORRAINE BEAUTON—A Pin—Lorrie. your life is so dependent upon pins, that we thought we'd keep you in store for a long time to come. MARIO BERTOLINI—Hook—Here's a hook, Mario, to remind you of your very appropriate nick-name, “Hooks.” EDWARD BIGELOW—Engineer's Cap—This is for you to wear when you run your model trains. DOUGLAS BOWDEN—Hot Rod—Use this hot rod until you get the one you want. MARJORIE BOW'DEN—Bowling Pin and Ball—This is to remind you of all those strikes you've made. MAYLON BOYINGTON—A Gun—We hope you'll be able to make good use of this in the swamps of Momauguin. FRANK BRERETON—Tomlinson Bridge—Some city slicker just sold us Tomlinson Bridge which we will give to you. because you've already proven that you can make better use of it than we can. TOMMY BRERETON—High Heels—These are so you won't he the shortest boy in the class anymore. NANCY BREWER—One P'ree Ticket For Anything in Holcombes—providing Glenn is behind the counter. MARY LOU BROCKETT—A Horse—So you can get down to the big city (East Haven) on Saturday nights. RICHARD BYRNE—English-Ethiopian Dictionary—This might come in handy on your many travels. MARIAN CAMPANO—A Paint Brush—Just in case the one in Kresge's wears out. ANNA CANNA—Doll House—Here’s a doll house for you and Chuck to have till you build your own. CHARLES CARAFANO—Sleeping Pills—You try so hard to fall asleep we thought we’d help you along. PHYLLIS CARNEVALE—Italian Dictionary—So that you can translate some of those foreign films at the Crown. MARYJANE CARTER—Atomizer—To keep your soft, soothing, well-modulated voice just VINCENT CELENTANO—Slickum—Here's some slickum to keep your curly locks in place. BARBARA CHARMAN—A Mack Truck—To help you bring your lunch to school. BARBARA CHOQUETTE—Tin Can—In remembrance of Tinny. JACK CLARK—Bowling Pin—This is to remind you of your days on the bowling team. HELEN COLLEY—A Zero—Your first and last we hope!! PETE COSTA—A T Shirt—This is so you won't forget your nickname. CORINNE COYLE—Suitcase—Only for Bermuda. P.S. Can we come, too? FLORENCE DAVIES—Telephone Book—Might help somehow! JOAN DEGNALL—A Flashlite—To help you find your way home through the woods. EVELYN DELUCIA—Giggle Water—W'e’re going to miss your pleasant laughter, Ev. hut here’s some giggle water to always keep you going. NANCY DeGUISEPPI—A Breadboard—To make da better apizza. DOREEN DOUGLAS—A Hat Box—Tis the badge of a model. ANN ENGLEH ARDT—Spurs—Now you can ride Franklin’s horse all the better. DIANNE FERDINANDUS—A Doll—Because you are the doll of our class. MARY ANN GAMBARDELLA—A Megaphone—If you use this megaphone we'll he able to hear your gentle voice more often. ELEANOR GERBER—Square Dance Record—If you have to stay home one night. DIANE GESNER—Here’s A Cup For Your Horse—You really deserve it. CATHERINE GIBBS—A First Aid Kit—Just in case you should ever stab Donny with those fingernails. PAUL GOSS—Paper Doll—We know how you love the girls, Paul, so here’s a paper doll that you can call your own. CLIFFORD HACKBARTH—Laundry Ticket—Cliff, you’re better off with this than a parking ticket, the way you park your truck. WILLIAM HASSE— Blue Print—Because we feel you're such a capable builder, here's a blue print for enlarging the Empire State Building. EDMUND HENRY—Official Captain's Badge—This badge will allow you to be captain on any team on which you play. MARY’ HEREAU—Ice Cream Scoop—In case the one in Knudsen’s ever breaks. SHIRLEE HILL—Swing—This swing is for you to keep, Shirlee, in case you ever lose the cute little one you have now. MARIE HOWE—Ping Pong Paddle And Ball—Here is a ping pong paddle and ball for one of East Haven's outstanding players. JOE IANOTTI—A Copy Of Einstein's Theory Of Evolution—Jiggs, Mr. Einstein asked us to ask you if you would ask your associates if they agree with his theory. MARIO IERARDI—A Tree—Here’s the tree that comes after 2 (the number). KENNETH JOHNSON—Peace Treaty—Here's a treaty of peace signed by Miss O'Neill declaring that the hatchet is buried. BARBARA K ANE—Model—Just what we think you are. ROBERT KEELER—A Stool—Here’s a stool, now all you need is a cow to start your farm. IRENE KELSEY'—Pass—We know how much you like barn dancing so here is a free pass which will admit you to all the dances so you may dance to your heart's content. RONALD LECZA—A Gag—So's you'll stop being such a chatterbox. GARDNER LEIGHTON—A Fish—Here's one that didn't get away. LILLIAN LEWENDOWSKI—Hour Glass—For that perfect figure. ROBERT LINDEMAN—Handkerchief—For stopping your nose bleeds while walking around at those heights. ROBERT LOFTQUIST—Date Fruit—So you'll never be without company. SHIRLEY LUPOLI—A Book of Sarcasm—Now you can slam Jimmie Streeto as much as he slams you. WILFRED MacDONALD—Tuba—You might be able to work this into your one man band. JACKIE MacDOUGALL—A Smile—For the many cheerie ones you’ve given us. JOAN MacKINNELL—Microphone—We give you this mike so you will be able to broadcast announcements from home. FRANK MAISANO—A Bus—Your very own bus so you won’t have to walk home when you miss that last one. MARCIA MANN—Charm Magazine—Marcia, since Johnny Drake keeps calling you Charming Marcia this is to make sure you stay charming. ROBERT MARLEY—Jet—To help you work on those modern inventions. ROBERT MASCOLA—A Ticket For A Free Hair Cut—At your father’s barber shop. We hear his assistant is pretty good. GEORGE McQL’IGAN—Car So you won't have to wait for the truck. MARION McNALLY’—Calendar—We notice that you take a few days off each week. You had better keep this calendar in front of you and only vacation on Sundays and holidays. RICHARD MEADE—Black Book—To keep the phone numbers of all the girls you know. JOAN MEEKER—Dictionary—So that you won't run out of speeches. MICHAEL MONTESANTO—Top Coat—Because we know how badly you felt on losing your top coat at the tournament game here's one to make up for it. DAVID MORSE—Rope—To keep Phyllis away from Tommy. ERIC OLSON—Skirts—Eric, these are for your new sky blue car. CARL ORIFICE—Hair Restorer—Moe. this is to help you from going bald. JOHN PANICO—Bowling Sheet—John, this bowling sheet has a perfect 300 score. We hope that someday you’ll reach it. LOUISE PANNEIXA—Harmonica—To keep you in the right pitch. GENEVIEVE PANNONE—Bird Seed—For your sweet voice. PHYLLIS PASCALE—Vogue—Because you are always dressed in the height of fashion. CARMEN PELLEGRINO—Telephone Book—If we are to believe what you tell us about your women, your date book must be just about as full of names as this phone book. Why bother investing in a date book, Carm, when the telephone company furnishes one for nothing? LOUISE PELLEGRINO--Barn Dancing Date—So you'll have an extra. NICK PELLEGRINO-RONNIE ROSSETTI—Pictures—We’d like to give to you fellows, who were the best co-captains East Haven has ever had. a picture of the football team you led through such a marvelous season. You're two fellows East Haven shall long remember. BETTY LOIJ PICKETT—2 Way Wrist Radio—To reach Eric wherever he may be. JOAN PIOMBINO—Airplane—In case Usher’s ever runs out of planes. MARY PISCATELLI—Curler—So you may always have beautiful curls. LINDEN PRANN—Bubble Bath—To keep you as sweet and lovely as you are. JOAN PRATT—Nurse’s Cap—Joan, we wish you all the success in your nurse's training. This is a symbol of the faith we have in you to make good. PAT PRISLEY—Service Pin—Because you have been of such great service to the Class of '52, Pat, here's a pin of appreciation. GLENN RAFTER—Pair Of Irridescent Sox And Sunglasses—Add these to your fancy collection. The glasses are so you can bear wearing them. JOAN REBMAN—Trumpet—So you and Jimmie can make sweet music together. ALTON REDMAN—Alarm Clock—This is so you'll never be late. CAROL ROBERTS—Crank—Someday we’re afraid you’ll run out of things to say and in case you do. here is a crank that will start you up again. ARTHUR ROSENQUIST—Car—This is so you'll always remember your first car, “The Thing.” PAUL ROSSITER—A Joke Book—To keep up with the latest jokes. PETER RUSSELL—Tub—If you haven't room to swim. DAVID RYAN—Baby Shoes—For the possessor of the largest feet in the senior class here's a pair of baby shoes, you can look at them and say, “Well, I wore that size once.” THOMAS RYAN—Almanac—In case there is something you don’t know. JOHN SCALESE—Freckle Remover—We love your freckles . . . really. ROBERT SHANOFF—A Bell—To ring so we’ll know you're around. GEORGE SHULTZ—Miniature Goal Post—This goal post is our gift to you with many thanks for the swell job you did kicking those much needed extra points. MARY SIMEONE—Hot Air—In case you ever run out. BRADLEY SMITH—Compass—In case you ever get lost in the woods while hunting. WARREN SMITH—A Rattle—This is because you’re the youngest boy in the class. FRANCIS SPADACENTA—An Apizza—To go with all the ones you have made in the past years. JAMES STREETO—Shingle With M.D. On It—We hope this will do until you get your real one. JOSEPH SULLIVAN—White Shoe Polish—We appreciate your bucks. LEO TANCRETI—Baseball—A career in baseball must have a beginning somewhere, and this ball is to help start you off on a road to success. JACK TERRACE—Face Cream—For your lovely complexion. CARL TESTA—Taps—For your shoes when you do your fancy dancing in problems. TOMMY' THORPE—Replica of Dean Martin—To our own Jerry Lewis we give you a replica of Dean Martin so you two will never be separated. BETTY TINARI—Knitting Needles—We give you this extra pair of needles hoping you have as much success with your knitting in the future as you had in your senior year. SUE TODINI—A Basketball—So you can keep practicing to win those games. STEPHEN UNDERWOOD—Picture of ’52 Cadillac—This is so you won’t have to dream about that Cadillac you want so much. JOSEPH VALENTI—Pills—To keep you cjuiet—because you’re so noisy? MARION VAUISO—Scooter—So you can walk as fast as Billy. DELORES VERGATI—A Sandwich With American Bread—So the kids won’t rib you about your submarines. ALBERT VIGORITO Adhesive Tape—Just in case you ever run out of tape for your face. RICHARD VOGT Swing—So you can keep swinging your partners at the barn dances. SHIRLEY’ WASSMER—Teething Ring—Since no baby likes to be without one, here’s a teething ring to show that you're the baby of our class. BERNARD WH1TE-ROBF.RT WILLIAMS—Perpetual Passes—Since you always get excused from school. THOMAS WYNNE—Ticket To See The World—Because you’ve joined the Navy. JOAN YUSE—Paint Set—One all your own. DOROTHY ZITO—Sparkplug—So you'll never forget your nickname. TEAMWORK FOOTBALL CHEERLEADERS Front row, left to right: M. Vauiso, L. Prann, C. Robertg, L. Beauton, P. Prisley, M. J. Carter, B. Charman, B. Thomp-son, M. Malinowski, A. Palumbo, S. Hill. Standing: J. MacKinnel, J. Reb-mann—Co-captains. CHEERLEADERS Front Row, left to right: M. Vauiso, J. Rebmann, L. Prann, B. Charman, M. J. Carter, J. MacKinnell, P. Prisley, L. Beau-ton, C. Roberts, S. Hill. Second Row: Mr. J. Mayo, Advisor, C. Scala, L. Laine, A. Palumbo, B. Thompson, G. Knight, M. Malinowski, P. Gin-netti, A. Hoyt, M. Parillo. PEP CLUB Front Row, left to right: P Flood, C. Lepone, B. Pickett, L Lewandoski, Co-captains, D. An astasio, A. Canna. Second Row: F. Davies, A. En glehardt, V. Tammaro, S. Kai ser, Mr. Mayo, Advisor, V Semegran, P. Solevo, M. Mont gomery, L. Thomas. Third Row: M. McNally, R Balzano. B. Crampton, E. Pa jeski, J. Johnson, B. Burke, C Bishop. J. Backmann, M. Thom aso, J. Pratt. George Shultz Ronnie Rossetti Ferocious Russell Ron Lecza Mike Montesanto Mario Rertolini FOOTBALL Our football team, which had fourteen members of the ’52 class participating, transposed teamwork and ability into the best record in the school’s history. The sought-for teamwork materialized as the determined upperclassmen toiled together during their high school years. The development of the team was cultivated to its success by the never-tiring efforts of the coaches, Frank Crisafi and Fritz Migdalski. The squad proved its versatility by establishing offensive and defensive records. The first one came as a product of overpowering Lyman Hall, tallying sixty-one points for a new scoring high. A defensive low of seven points, and offensive high of two hundred and twenty-nine points, and fourteen consecutive victories compiled the remaining records. First Row. left to right: G. Shultz, E. Henry, M. Bertolini, W. Smith, R. Rossetti, Co-captain, N. Pellegrino, Co-raptain, R. Lecza, J. Streeto, F. Brereton, M. Montesanto. P. Russell. Second Row: C. Pellegrino, P. Mormon, R. Walker, M. Mozzillo, R. Orlando, V. Bruno, J. Iannotti, V. Gagiiardi, M. Vitale, P. Costa. Turkey Day Clash Nick Pellegrino Jim Streeto Frank Brereton Pete Russell FOOTBALL East Haven 27 East Haven 24 East Haven 25 East Haven 45 East Haven 61 East Haven 28 East Haven 13 East Haven 6 WON- -7 St. Mary’s 0 Shelton 0 Milford 0 Derby 0 Lyman Hall 0 Seymour 0 Gilbert 0 Branford 7 LOST—1 Third Row: V. St. John, J. Paolillo, F. Ranfone. D. Mautte, D. Pettinniechi, R. Bertolini, D. Voss, J. Esposito, R. Lecza. Fourth Row: T. Mautte, L. Orifice, C. Orifice, H. Luzzi, N. Vauiso, A. Acampora, J. Dugan, A. Montesanto, Coach Frank Crisafi. •more Star Smothered BASKETBALL Massari Steals the Ball Shelton proved to be East Haven’s nemesis this year for they defeated us three times. Their last victory was of the most impact, for we defeated Bullard Haven and Southington in tournament play. These wins brought us into the semi-finals for the Class B Championship. We were matched against Shelton and lost a thrilling game due to a poor shooting average. Our underclassmen looked exceptionally promising and an optimistic outlook toward next year can safely he held. VARSITY BASKETBALL VARSITY BASKETBALL Front Row, left to right: N. Pelligrino, V. Gagliardi, E. Henry, Captain, J. Norton, A. Massari. Second Row: T. Thorpe, Manager, C. Orifice, P. Morman, Coach Crisafi, P. Westminiti, A. Esposito. R. Rossetti, L. Tancreti, Manager. Not in picture: V. Paolillo. Crisafi Speaks EAST HAVEN 34 Morgan 58 48 Wilcox Tech. 52 51 St. Mary’s 52 53 Stonington 62 59 Wilcox Tech. 57 57 Alumni 33 53 Derby 39 40 St. Mary’s . 55 41 Seymour 44 46 Staples 48 51 Shelton 58 76 Lyman Hall 58 May I Have the Next Dance? Gagliardi Passes Paolillo Leaps Senior J.V. SCORES Hoopman HAVEN EAST HAVEN 25 Morgan 19 47 Wallingford 28 10 Wilcox Tech. 21 55 Derby 27 38 St. Mary’s 27 22 Branford 19 27 Wilbur Cross 24 35 Seymour 27 39 Wilcox Tech. 34 32 Branford 25 41 Derby 17 36 Boardman 25 26 St. Mary’s 24 35 Shelton 25 42 Staples 25 35 Wallingford 26 31 Seymour 26 50 Staples 23 36 Shelton 26 UNDEFEATED Coach and Captain J.V. BASKETBALL Standing, left to right: T. Thorpe, G. Gaffney, R. Bertolini, R. Davison, J. Narracci, M. lillo, R. Streeto, L. Tancreti. Kneeling, left to right: R. Bowden, H. Luzzi, A. Esposito, T. Sullivan, D. Mautte. Pete Russell Gardner Leighton Frank Brereton Senior Splashes SWIMMING A glance at this record will give the impression that the mermen had a disappointing season. This conception is false for considering what Coach Fraw-ley had to work with, the season was successful. A lack of sprinters caused us to lose a number of our early meets. A group of promising underclassmen wTere developing to give a preview of great things in the future. SWIMMING TEAM First Row, left to right: Bruce Cargill. Dick Williams, Mike Brereton, Tom Brereton, Bill Rosenquist, Bill Webster. Second Row: Bob Montgomery, Bill Wyllie, Bob Brennan, Ed Post, Gabriel Monaco, Frank Keefe, Bill Clapp. Third Row: Coach Frawley, Gardner Leighton, Frank Brereton, 72 Captain Pete Russell, Paul Goss, Art Henry, Art Rosenquist. Art Rosenquist Tom Brereton Paul Goss Plunging Mermen SWIMMING EAST HAVEN 27 West Haven 36 39 Hillliouse 28 28 Windham 39 25 Hamden 42 23 Meriden 44 41 Central 26 24 Cross 43 24 Naugatuck 43 18 Greenwich 49 22 Warren Harding 45 73 First Row: J. Orifice, W. Smith, V. Paolillo. W. Roberts, D. Vauiso, R. Scala, V. Gagliardi, M. Perrelli, W. Bixby. Second Row: Coach Crisafi, L. Tancreti, T. Massari, N. Pellegrino, P. isminiti, H. Lawler, J. Valenti, H. Heffernan. T. Mautte. BASEBALL Last year’s baseball team had an outstanding season and were the leading contenders for the Housatonic League Championship. But misfortune assaulted them. They lost their last game to Seymour by a close score. This year let’s hope that fortune will favor us for a change. THIS YEAR’S TEAM V. Gagliardi. L. Tancreti, V. Paolillo, W. Smith, N. Pellegrino, J. Valenti, H. Lawler. Ronnie Rounds Third Valenti Scores Smith Swings Base Hit EAST HAVEN BOWLING Lost Hillhouse Won Won Cross Lost Most of Coacli Ted Malonis’s pinmen are Lost Hamden Won graduating. His biggest loss is John Panico, Won St. Mary’s Lost Team Captain, who figured prominently in the Lost Boardman Won team’s standing. He finished the year with the Won Cross Lost highest average in the league. Although howling Lost Hillhouse Won is a relatively new sport to the school, the teams Won St. Mary’s Lost are improving greatly and soon will he of Cham Lost Boardman Won pionship caliber. Won St. Mary’s Lost First Row: P. Costa. J. Clarke, J. Panico, D. Borgstrom, D. Meade. Second Row: T. Malonis, Coach, D. Houdje. R. Lindenian. A. Hofrichter. T. Cretella. 75 CLASS WILL A Couple, of Grinds “Crowning Our Royalty” 76 We, the graduating class of 1952, of East Haven High School, being of sound mind, hereby make and declare this to be our last will and testament hereby revoking all other wills made by us. To our faculty advisors. Miss Doris Houston and Miss Mary Weber, we leave the thanks and deepest gratitude for your help and guidance through our four years of high school. Here's hoping that your next class appreciates your aid and efforts as much as we do. To the faculty we give our thanks for your sincere help and understanding. We leave you the freshmen in hopes that you can do as well with them and as much for them as you have for us. To the junior class, we leave our position as the leaders of this high school. Don’t abuse this position or let us down. To the sophomores, we leave thoughts of a wonderful Prom and the thrill of having your own class rings. To the freshmen, we leave our homeroom teachers to take care of as we have tried to do. The senior girls leave their swell times in Miss Bouzoucos’s office, our rinky-dinks, and all the hours spent in keeping up with the latest fashions. The senior boys leave their appetites, whistles, wolf-cries, chewing gum, loud shirts and flashy suspenders to the lucky junior fellows. GENEVIEVE AMENTO leaves all of her skating skirts to her best friend, Eleanor Hills. BARBARA BAKER leaves all her baby sitting jobs to Topsy Semegran, who is always complaining that she doesn’t have enough to do. NANCY BARNES leaves a warning to all girls to leave Bobby Burwell alone. LORRAINE BEAUTON leaves her unpressed gym suit to some lucky junior girl. MARIO BERTOLINI leaves his blazing speed on the football field, and the title of “Hooks” to Dom Pettinicchi. EDWARD BIGELOW leaves all his jokesf?), witty comments, etc., to Vin Bruno, who really needs some. DOUGLAS BOWDEN leaves all his troubles behind. MARJORIE BOWDEN and JACKIE MacDOUGALL leave on tiptoes, just as they have walked the halls of East Haven High for four years. MAHLON BOYINGTON leaves all his hunting trips to Salvatore Cinque. FRANK BRERETON and JIM STREETO leave their brothers, Mike and Yogi to Coach Frawley and Coach Crisafi, hoping they can think up as many excuses at practice, as they did. THOMAS BRERETON leaves all of his height and brawn to Mario Mozzillo, who’ll need it for football next year. MARY LOU BROCKETT leaves her drafty stairway post to anyone cold-blooded enough to endure it during the cold winter days. RICHARD BYRNE leaves his little sister to Mr. Sugrue’s Algebra II class. MARIANN CAMPANO leaves her very quiet manner, to our jumpy junior, Virginia Tammaro. ANNA CANNA leaves in a hurry—Chuck’s outside! CHARLES CARAFANO leaves on time—for once! PHYLLIS CARNEVALE leaves, she hopes! MARY JANE CARTER and BARBARA CHARMAN leave their golden friendship to be carried on by Mariann Tommaso and Barbara Celantano. VINNIE CELENTANO leaves his parking space to Buddy Esposito. BARBARA CHOQUETTE leaves Joan Fowler with no one to walk to school with anymore. JACK CLARK leaves his school supplies (including fishing rod and bait) willed to him by Harold Yeomans, Class of ’51, to Dick Williams. HELEN COLLEY leaves Business Manager of the Comet to some junior hoping they will keep those ads coming in. PETER COSTA leaves his title of “Teeshirt” to Joe Walker. CORINNE COYLE leaves her petiteness to Nancy Maisano. FLORENCE DAVIES leaves Miss Lowe peacefully. JOAN DEGNALL leaves her sisters. Marie and Frances, to take over where she left off. EVELYN DELUCIA leaves her naturally curly hair to some junior girl who just can't seem to make her hair look right. NANCY DiGUISEPPI leaves Mr. Frawley and homeroom 305 to the freshmen students, hoping that they’ll take good care of them. DOREEN DOUGLAS leaves the edge of the seat on the Momauguin bus to any unsuspecting seventh grader! ANN ENGLEHARDT leaves all her dirty test tubes in chemistry to anyone who takes it next year. DIANNE FERDINANDUS leaves all the good times she has had to Marilyn Malinowski, hoping she will have as many! MARY ANN GAMBARDELLA leaves all the girls casting envious glances at her wide assortment of beautiful clothes. ELEANOR GERBER leaves Mr. Crescenti in pieces! DIANE GESNER leaves Miss Houston with peace and quiet in homeroom, at last! CATHERINE GIBBS leaves her long nails to any girl that has the patience to let them grow. PAUL GOSS leaves his free periods in 202, to anyone lucky enough to get them. CLIFFORD HACKBARTH leaves his wide variety of excuses for being late to Vin Gagliardi, who is in great need. BILL IIASSE leaves the shop to any boy that can do the odd jobs. EDDIE HENRY leaves his football shoes to Dom Pettinicchi. Are they the right size, Dom? MARY HEREAU leaves her seat in the Senior Glee Club to anyone that enjoys singing. (Alto, that is!) LESLIE HERMAN leaves all his old absence slips to those absentees who can’t think of a good excuse. SHIRLEY HILL leaves Mr. Sugrue still trying to figure out how she ever got those answers. MARIE HOWE leaves David. JOE IANNOTTI leaves his car to anyone who ran tow it away. MARIO IERARDI, who did such a wonderful job as Business Manager of this book, leaves his ability of selling to anyone who thinks he can do a good job of it. KEN JOHNSON leaves his artistic talent to Jimmy Sturges, hoping he will enjoy it. BARBARA KANE leaves her position in the National Honor Society to any worthy student who can live up to her standing. ROBERT KEELER leaves his seat on the Foxon bus to his sister, Joan. I hope you can find it. IRENE KELSEY leaves her position as Buzzy’s right hand girl to Barbara Bristol. Have fun, Bobbie. RONNIE LECZA leaves all the sophomore girls minus one true friend. GARDNER LEIGHTON leaves Mr. Frawley, very happy. LILLIAN LEWANDOSKI leaves her talent for playing the violin to Barbara Crampton. ROBERT LINDEMAN leaves some of his height to Bill Rosenquist who is forever mistaken for a mere seventh grader. ROBERT LOFQUIST and PAUL ROSSITER leave their cafe duty post to any brave juniors. SHIRLEY LUPOLI leaves her high honors for the last four years, to Judy Johnson, who is already doing a good job of it, herself. WILFRED MacDONALD leaves his one man band to anyone who can imitate it. JOAN MacKINNEL leaves, wishing that she didn't have to go at all. FRANK MAISANO leaves his slow, and easy going attitude to Ralph Fiengo, who really should slow down once in a while. MARCIA MANN leaves her friendly smile to the person who can make as many friends as she made with it. BOB MARLEY leaves East Haven High with only happy memories. BOB MASCOLA leaves his wavy hair to Mike Paolillo, who really needs some. GEORGE McGUIGAN leaves his love of ping-pong to his brother. Bill. MARIAN McNALLY leaves her nickname “Cuddles” to Shirley Zabski, still wondering how she acquired it. DICK MEADE leaves his drum sticks to anyone who will take them. You really don't mean that, do you, Dick? JOAN MEEKER leaves her old posters and paint brushes to her sister, Martha. MICHAEL MONTESANTO leaves Linda all alone. DAVID MORSE leaves his Traffic Squad post to anyone who can handle the 7th and 8th graders, and the cold in the winter. ERIC OLSON leaves his car to the metal shop to see what they can do with it. CARL ORIFICE leaves his ability to resist women during school hours to Vin Paolillo. JOHN PANICO leaves the captainship of the bowling team to Art Hofrichter in hopes that he will guide them through a successful season next year. GENEVIEVE PANNONE leaves any worthy freshman the job of dusting Mrs. Lupi's room every morning. LOUISE PANNELLA and NANCY BREWER leave Miss Lowe very lonely. PHYLLIS PASCALE leaves. CARMEN PELLIGRINO leaves his accordion to anyone who wants it. LOUISE PELLIGRINO leaves homeroom 308 to her brother, Louis. NICK PELLIGRINO leaves his football jersey, number 39, to Paul Morman. BETTY LOU PICKETT leaves her typewriter to Connie Scala. Better luck next year. JOAN PIOMBINO leaves for work at the airport. What is the great attraction down there anyway, Joan? MARY PISCATELLI leaves to Ann Criscuolo, her tabulation figures for Typing II. LINDEN PRANN leaves two of her extra credits to a needy junior, namely “Sab” Laudano. JOAN PRATT leaves knitting, during class, especially on sweaters, to anyone who wants the job. PAT PRISLEY leaves the memories of delightful times in Shorthand III to any brave junior who wants to suffer the consequences. GLENN RAFTER leaves his old job at Holcombe's to any hard working junior who thinks he can take it. JOAN REBMANN leaves Judy Applegate to Ralph Streeto, hoping she’ll be satisfied with a reasonable fac-simile of his brother. ALTON REDMAN leaves Miss Leary with a very bad cramp in her hand. CAROL ROBERTS leaves her two wonderful years of cheering to Linda Laine. She loves it just as much as Carol. Good luck, Lin. ART ROSENQUIST leaves his old swimming trunks to his brother. Bill. Don't worry, Billy, you'll grow into them some day. RON ROSSETTI leaves his place as the last one to leave the locker room to Vin Gagliardi. PETE RUSSELL leaves Miss Weber, a much happier woman. Need we say more? DAVE RYAN leaves all his old girl friends to the lucky junior boys. TOM RYAN leaves his love of listening to announcements to anyone who can hear them above the racket in homeroom. JOHN SCALESE leaves his ability to get along with the teachers to his brother. Bob. Ours to Defend Sort of Dusty, Isn t it? 77 ROBERT SHANOFF leaves the one way stairs to the freshmen to figure out. GEORGE SHULTZ leaves his fullback position to “Coon Dog Orlando. MARY LOU SIMEONE leaves her third period shorthand class with a sigh of relief. BRADLEY SMITH and JOSEPH VALENTI leave their quiet and easy-to-get-along-with manner to Richie Fortino. WARREN SMITH leaves his position as first baseman to his brother, Noel. FRANCES SPADACENTA leaves her Problems of Democracy notebook to Vinnie Bruno. How about that. Mr. Mayo? JOE SULLIVAN leaves his worn out test tubes to Mr. Frawley. LEO TANCRETI leaves his taxi service to Billy Wilson. “On cold winter days, when you hate to walk to school, just call 8-8253 and ask for Leo.” JACK TERRACE leaves Miss O’Neill with peace and contentment, at last! CARL TESTA leaves his ability to get along with Mrs. Strandberg to Pat Fiore. TOM THORPE leaves his position as right-hand man for Coach Crisafi to Freddie Lombardi. hoping that Freddie will enjoy it as much as he did. SUE TODINI leaves to any future small senior, all of her four feet, eleven and a half inches in height. STEVE UNDERWOOD leaves all unexpected Sunday rainstorms to any deserving junior. MARION VAUISO leaves, still wondering why Mr. Mayo keeps telling her to keep quiet! Have you figured it out yet. Marion? DELORES VERGATI leaves her great speed in the art of making argyles, to any junior who wants to take the challenge. ALBERT VIGORITO leaves his wide variety of flashy suspenders to Paul Morman, who seems to he in great need. RICHARD VOGT leaves his enthusiasm for square dancing to his sister. Dot. SHIRLEY WASSMER leaves, still trying to make her Traffic Squad post on time. BERNIE WHITE leaves Bernadine guessing! ROBERT WILLIAMS leaves his seat in Miss Houston’s room to some poor underclassman. THOMAS WYNNE leaves his knack of getting along with teachers, to Ralph Streeto. JOAN YUSE leaves her skill with a paint brush to Barbara Garrity, hoping that she enjoys it as much as Joan does. DOROTHY ZITO leaves her sister, Barbara, and brother, John, to carry on the family name. We, the executors of this last will and testament of the Class of ’52, after having slaved over a hot typewriter, leave, too. We leave with the hope that you will not forget us, or forget what we have tried to do for East Haven High School. We attest this to be a true copy of the will of the SENIOR CLASS of East Haven High School, drawn, and signed this 12th day of June, 1952. Witnessed: Sicned: Miss Doris Houston Anna Canna Joan Degnall Miss Mary Weber Pat Prisley Catherine Gibbs Joan Pratt Florence Davies Marcia Mann ACE RUG COMPANY. Ill Laurel Street. HO 7-1455 MATHEW ANASTASIO, Assistant State Comptroller ANDY'S MARKET LOUIS C. ATWATER — Driveways and Parking Areas, Built and Resurfaced — Branford 8-2874 AUGIE’S AUTO REPAIR. 439 Main St.. HO 7-5218 AUGIE’S STORE. 186 Main St., HO 7-1751 VINCENT BALETTO, M.D. BARKER TRUCKING CO.. 5 Ure Ave., Office 7-4879 — Residence HO 7-0601 JACOB BASS — Your Newspaperman BEACHHEAD RESTAURANT. Sea Foods and Meat Dinners, 3 Cosey Beach Ave., HO 7-0125 DONALD M. BECKWITH, M.D. BEN’S MARKET — Groceries — 252 Tyler St.. HO 7-0163 BILL JOE’S SERVICE STATION. Foxon Road, HO 7-0193 ARTHUR B. BISHOP, D.D.S. ROCCO BOVE, M.D. BUNNELL ST. GEORGE INC. — Paint Wallpaper — 694 State St., New Haven, 6-5154 FRANK CARNEVALE - Plumbing and Heating Engineering Contractor — 65 Palmetto Trail, HO 7-4840 CENTRAL CLEANERS—Cleaning. Dyeing and Repairing—332 Main Street HO 7-0070 CENTRE RESTAURANT, 275-277 Main St. CERTIFIED FUEL CO., A. J. Acampora C. F. CHEESE DISTRIBUTORS, 626 Main St., Office HO 7-5826. Res. HO 7-0278 CHIDSEY COKER AGENCY — General Insurance — 49 High St., HO 7-0074 DR. LEONARD J. CIANCIOLO CIRO’S RESTAURANT, 114 Cove Ave., Morris Cove, HO 7-5931 W. S. CLANCY SONS, 43 Kirkham Ave. CLEMENT CATALANO — Building Inspector COVE MANOR CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL. 36 Morris Cove Rd., HO 7-3867 E. G. CURRY — Your FRIGIDAIRE Dealer — East Haven Radio Co., 220 Main St. DAIRY QUEEN. 341 Main St D'AMICO’S MARKET JOHN E. DEGNALL — Photographer — 46 Prospect PI., HO 7-0287 JOSEPH DE LEONARDO — Four Your Asphalt Driveway, Landscape Specialist, Cesspool and Septic Tank DE NEGRE'S SERVICE STATION, 480 Forbes Ave., HO 7-1148 ERNEST DI PALMA — Interior and Exterior Painting and Decorating — 700 Thompson St., 8-5902 CHARLES F. DONADIO, D.D.S. DOODY’S TOTOKET INN. Foxon Road. North Branford, Branford 8-9360 EAST HAVEN BOWLING ALLEYS, 204 Main St., HO 7-0185 EAST HAVEN DEPT. STORE. Harry Lewis. Prop., 317 Main St. EAST HAVEN GREEN GARAGE — AAA Service — 175 Main St., HO 7-3735 EAST HAVEN HARDWARE STORE. 319 Main St., HO 7-2641 EAST HAVEN NURSERIES — Healthy Stock. They will grow anywhere, 30 years experience — 601 North High St., HO 7-0424 EAST HAVEN NURSING HOME. EAST HAVEN SERVICE STATION Cor. Main and Thompson Ave., A1 Anastasio, A1 Ruthowski, Props., HO 7-0118 EMPIRE SHOE REBUILDERS — 474 Main St.. (West End) HO 7-2715 EM'S COFFEE SHOP. 181 Main St.. HO 7-0210 EVERYBODY’S MARKET — Everybody meets at Everybody’s — 82 Hemingway Ave. FAIRMOUNT THEATRE FARE LIMIT GARAGE. 8 Hemingway Ave., HO 7-0183 HARRY E. FAULKNER — Range, Fuel Oils — 25 Elm Court. HO 7-1966 BUSINESS DIRECTORY 79 FERRAIOLO CAST STONE PRODUCTS — Incinerators, Fireplaces, Lawn Benches — 47 Prospect Place Ext.. HO 7-1074 MARIE GAGLIARDI FIENGO — Vocal and Piano Teacher — Studio, Poli Building, 23 Church St., New Haven, 5-0849, Res. HO 7-0711 FOXON AUTO REPAIR Used Cars 957 Foxon Rd.. HO 7-7416 FOXON PARK — Pure Spring Water Beverages — 458 Chapel St., New Haven 5-8381 FRANKIE'S BARBER SHOP A FRIEND GARGIULO BROTHERS — Auto Body Works — 94 Hill St., HO 7-0417 O. A. GRENON. M.D. HANDAKRAFT STUDIO, 406 Strong St., Foxon HUMMEL BROTHERS — Quality Frankfurters — Ready-to-Eat Meats — 708 Congress Ave., New Haven, 7-4646 AL JENKIN’S REFRIGERATION SERVICE — 185 Foxon Rd.. HO 7-7306 JOHN’S BARBER SHOP Specialize in Ladies’ Haircuts 4 High St. WALTER T. KEELEY — Real Estate — 82 Forbes Place, HO 7-1775 MRS. H. M. KELLEY — Convalescent Home KIDDY LANE — Juvenile Furniture, Baby Carriages, Nursery Specialties, Toys — 210 Main St.. HO 7-4815 N. N. KIRSCHNER. 159-161 Washington Ave., New Haven, 5-6594 LA VIOLA NURSERIES — Evergreens. Potted Plants, Shrubs, Fertilizers, Landscape Designers — 7 Kendall St.. New Haven, HO 7-1938 THE LEEDS ELECTRIC MFG. CO. — Mfrs. Distribs. of Conveyors — 19 Michael St., HO 7-7982 LENOCE’S FLOWER SHOP. 691 Grand Ave., New Haven. 6-5463 LINDEN REST HOME — Chronic Convalescent Cases, Reg. Nurses, 24 Hour Duty — 83 Main St.. HO 7-5828 LUCILLE’S — Dressmaking, Lingerie — 179 Main St., HO 7-5551 A. L. MADISON — East Haven Electrical Inspector MARIANI CONSTRUCTION COMPANY. 222 Forbes Ave.. New Haven, HO 7-2541 MARY’S DINER - Fine Foods, Mrs. Mary Gallo, Prop. — 184 Forbes Ave., New Haven, HO 7-0188 GEORGE G. MC MANUS — Painting Contractor — 32 Chidsey Ave., HO 7-0309 METZO BROS. M. G. GARAGE — Route 80 — HO 7-0113 MILADY’S JAMES F. MILANO — General Insurance — Real Estate — 265 Main St., HO 7-1639, Res. HO 7-3581 NONPAREIL LAUNDRY CO.. 275 Blatchley Ave., New Haven, 7-4166 NORTH BRANFORD TRANSPORTATION CO. — Serving Conn., Mass., N. Y. — Totoket Rd., North Branford, 8-1676 OLD MILL ANTIQUES SHOP, Nils Ahlberg, Prop., 66 Saltonstall Parkway, HO 7-2610 OWEN’S SERVICE STATION PARAMOUNT OIL CO., 214 Foxon Rd., Leo Scillia, Prop., HO 7-7641 PAUL’S BAKERY — Delicious Apizza Fresh Bread (Sunday) — 240 Hemingway Ave., HO 7-1175 PHIL’S AUTO DRIVING SCHOOL — Dual Control Insured Cars. Experienced Instructor — 2 Roberts Drive. HO 7-5639 PROTO BROS. SERVICE STATION — AAA Service — 402 Main St.. HO 7-3364 RALPH’S AUTO ELECTRIC — Gulf — Main St. Hemingway Ave., HO 7-0111 Quality Used Cars, Tires, Batteries, Lubrication RIZZO’S GROCERY Mrs. James Rizzo, Prop. — 59 Dodge Ave., HO 7-0561 Buy ROESSLER’S Yellow Tag Frankfurters, Cold Outs Ready-to-Eat Meats — 910-931 State St.. New Haven, 7-2229 JAMES ROMANO, Reg. Phar. — Oldest Drug Store in New Haven, Since 1857 in same location — 153 Congress Ave., 8-9574 HAROLD M ROTH — Building Contractor DR. LEONARD SCHNEIDER — Chiropodist SHORE LINE PACKING CO.. INC.. 22 Burr St., HO 7-1696 S SHUTSKY SPARKLING CAVE RESTAURANT. 672 Main St., HO 7-0130 STERLING FUEL RANGE OIL CO., 28 Gerrish Ave., HO 7-3852 80 SUBURBAN CLEANERS. 399 Goodrich St.. Hamden. Branch Store. 601 Orange St., Plant 5-9831, Branch 8-8121 JOSEPH R. SUTHERLAND TASTY PASTRY SHOPPE — Wholesale — Retail, Open Sundays — 458 Main St., HO 7-5128 THOMAS'S — Candy, Soda 206 Main St.. HO 7-0155 ROBERT M. TAYLOR. M.D. TOMMY'S FURNITURE HOUSE — Easy Terms, Furniture of Character 149 Main St., HO 7-1707 TOWNE JEWELERS Diamonds. Watches. Repairing — 218 Main St., HO 7-5979 TOWNE MOTOR SALES — New, Used Cars, Complete Parts Service — 262 Main St.. HO 7-0533 UDE MURRAY. INC. — SHELL — FIRESTONE — GOODYEAR — 475 Forbes Ave., New Haven, HO 7-0104 VENICE BAKERY — Specializing Fresh Italian Bread — 391-393 East St., New Haven, 6-0036 E. M. VERGASON — The Parkway Florist VICKY’S CORNER — Anthony Simeone, Prop., Italian, American Dinners — 15 Hemingway Ave., HO 7-0204 VICTOR’S PATTERN SHOP. 67 Anderson St., Office — 6-9065, Res. — HO 7-4890 JAMES B. WALSH, D.D.S. WEL-WORTH 5c TO $1.00 STORE WEST END BOWLING ALLEYS. 460 Main St., HO 7-0157 WHELAN’S SERVICE STATION. 342 Main St., HO 7-0680 WILSON AUTO SALES CO., INC., FORD Sales Service — 147 Montowese St.. Branford, 8-2546 WILSON FREIGHT FORWARDING INC., Totoket Rd., North Branford, Branford, 8-2516 ZUCKERMAN POULTRY FARM — Fresh Eggs and Poultry — Foxon Road A FRIEND KNUDSEN'S BROS. DAIRY BAR 305 Main St. East Haven, Conn. Congratulations Best Wishes METCALF'S DRUG STORE CASTELLON BROTHERS Bakery and Delicatessen The Home of Good Food Baked Under Most Sanitary Conditions Tel. 8-0232 224 Main St. BRANFORD, CONN. 81 BEST WISHES CLASS OF 1952 YOUR HEADQUARTERS FOR LADIES OF THE FAMILY BOTH YOUNG AND OLD GIFTS FOR ALL OCCASIONS GIFT WRAPPED AT NO ADDITIONAL CHARGE MAKE US YOUR SHOPPING HABIT FOR THE FINEST IN NATIONALLY ADVERTISED MERCHANDISE THE LADIES STORE OP COURTESY AND VALUE Td. Hobart 7 591 B • SOI MAIN St.. Bast Haven,Conn TINARI ELECTRIC COMPANY THE V L TRUCKING CO. 170 Alabama Street, New Haven, Conn. Phones: New Haven HO 7-1654-55 Serving all Connecticut Agents for: MID-STATES FREIGHT LINES, INC. AKERS MOTOR LINES, INC. ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR Lighting and Power Wiring 62 BURR STREET Phone HO 7-1944 SAL TINARI EAST HAVEN, CONN. + O BULLARD'S Complete Home Furnishers For Over 52 Years Elm Street and Orange 83 BEST WISHES To the Entire Class of '52 HmCOMOHATI New Haven 85-89 Church Street EAST HAVEN BRANCH - 226 MAIN ST. C. T. WARNER Electrical Contractor FOXON ROAD EAST HAVEN MAURO CONSTRUCTION CO. Inc. 866 GRAND AVE. NEW HAVEN Tel. 6-6659 84 EDWARDS CONSTRUCTION CO. ARTHUR R. RICCIO EAST HAVEN, CONNECTICUT WALTER'S FUEL OIL WALTER VINOSKI, Prop. Prompt Service 537 MAIN STREET EAST HAVEN Tel. HO 7-4439 ANTHONY ESPOSITO Specialists In COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL Spray Painting RESIDENTIAL PAINTING PAPER HANGING 3 Gordon Street East Haven Tel. HO 7-1241 SUMMIT HOUSE Specializing in Sea Food, Steak, Chicken Dinners Luncheons Served Daily Cocktail Lounge GEORGE CARTER, Mgr. BRANFORD HILL Phone Branford 8-9283 EAST HAVEN DINER 85 ROSS-DARWIN FOOD CO. 141 STATE STREET NEW HAVEN, CONN. Phone 6-3129 SONDERGAARD'S THE SHORELINE'S LEADING JEWELERS 250 Main Street Branford Tel. Branford 8-9132 TONY DOMBKOWSKI Refuse Removal and Garbage Removal One Man That Keeps The Town of East Haven Happy Call Town of East Haven For His Deliteful Service VAN DER MAELEN BROS. The Original Local and Long Distance Moving Specializing in Refrigerators Trucking and Rigging P. O. BOX 1357 Phone HO 7-6345 NEW HAVEN, CONN. Office HO 7-6346 D D MOVING SERVICE Since 1933 Moving Household Appliances and Furniture JOHN DeSANTO, Prop. 41 Charter Oak Avenue East Haven Tel. HO 7-0560 EAST HAVEN TOPICS IS TOPS FOR LOCAL ADVERTISING Whether Your Business is Large or Small It Will Pay You to Advertise In • EAST HAVEN TOPICS Rate on Request P. O. BOX 153 JIM and NINO'S RESTAURANT and BAKERY LET US DO YOUR BAKING Fresh Bread and Pastries Daily Enjoy A Different Dinner Special Every Day NORTH MAIN STREET BRANFORD, CONN. Tel. 8-0271 86 HIGH STANDARD HOME IMPROVEMENT CO. General Contractor and Home Repairs 157 SHORT BEACH ROAD EAST HAVEN, CONN. Tel. HO. 7-5587 MARSH CONSTRUCTION CO. Steel Erection — Fabrication Rigging and Welding 35 SIDNEY STREET EAST HAVEN C. F. Sheiffele Telephone HObart 7-3166 COSGROVE CONSTRUCTION CO. General Contractors NORTH MAIN STREET Tel. Branford 8-0723 Branford, Conn. FRED H. BORRMANN Building Contractor 10 HOWE COURT EAST HAVEN, CONNECTICUT Telephone HO 7-2214 87 J. A. LONG CO. Florists 154 DODGE AVENUE John A. Long Mary L. Coyle PETER GIACOMINI General Contractor 143 FOXON BOULEVARD EAST HAVEN Tel. HO 7-7068 E. J. MOORE SONS H. E. HAGSTROM Specialize in Cabinet and Millwork FRANK STREET BRANFORD, CONN. Tel. Branford 8-2442 LARRY L. FERMO RESIDENT CONTRACTOR D'ONOFRIO CONSTRUCTION CO. builders and General Contractors 65 STILES STREET NEW HAVEN Tel. HO 7-2396 CINQUE'S TRUCKING CO. 509 LAUREL STREET EAST HAVEN Tel. HO 7-1631 CAPITOL THEATRE 88 Best Wishes To The Class of 1952 From ERNEST ANTHONIS YOUR 2nd SELECTMAN MARTIN OLSON East Haven Homes 273 MAIN STREET EAST HAVEN, CONN. CARBONE BROS. Universal Food Stores, Inc. Groceries and Meats Refrigerated Fresh Vegetables PHONE HO 7-2547 442 MAIN STREET POND LILY Complete Tree Experts Tree Service Tree Moving and Planting — Larger and Dangerous Tree Removal All Jobs Completely Insured Tel. HO 7-6175 — If no answer call 6-6121 SPERRY'S YARD FOXON, EAST HAVEN 89 GIFTHAVEN Gifts for every occasion 10 HIGH STREET Phone HO 7-5446 EAST HAVEN 12, CONNECTICUT Best Wishes Class of 1952 J. M. ELECTRIC COMPANY Electrical Contractors M. A. SINISGALLI 66 CREST AVE. EAST HAVEN, CONN. Res. HO 7-7981 Office 6-1232 MEL-GAUGE COMPANY EAST HAVEN ANNEX HOUSE RESTAURANT Italian-American Cuisine Full Course Dinners — Luncheons — Special Parties Louis Provasoli Saltonstall Parkway § Phone HO 7-0160 RUSSO'S GENERAL INSURANCE AGENCY Compliments From MIKE and BLACY Owners and Developers of Foxon Park 585 CHAPEL STREET NEW HAVEN Tel. 7-2115 GEORGE A. SISSON - INSURANCE -FIRE - BONDS Automobile - Casualty 21 Chidsey Avenue East Haven COFFEE POT RESTAURANT, INC. Full Course Dinners — Sandwiches — Liquors 265 WATER STREET NEW HAVEN Tel. SPruce 7-9859 90 Congratulations To The Class of '52 MARY REGAN Children's Shop — Tots To Teens 230 MAIN STREET EAST HAVEN Tel. HO 7-4570 Best Wishes To The Class of 1952 from MARGARET J. TUCKER YOUR TOWN CLERK ERIC S. GUSTAFSON 599 THOMPSON AVE., EAST HAVEN Representing Form Bureau Insurance Companies Quality Insurance — Low Cost HObart 7-1625 CLIFFORD STURGES HOLCOMBE S DRUG STORE Your Pharmacists 259 MAIN STREET EAST HAVEN 01 EAST HAVEN ■ M A r EAST HAVEN CLEANERS We Specialize in 3 HOUR SERVICE - 3 WAY SANITARY Phone HO 7-6323 309 MAIN STREET EAST HAVEN, CONN. 91 92 STONE COLLEGE 129 Temple St., New Haven, Tel. 5-9021 All Business Subjects SHORTHAND - TYPEWRITING SECRETARIAL - BOOKKEEPING ACCOUNTING-BUSINESS MACHINES Active Placement Dept. Personal Interview Required WESTERN AUTO ASSOCIATE STORE Auto Accessories Tires — Tubes — Batteries Standard Paints 303 MAIN ST. HO 7-5721 EASTERN AUTO SALES Wholesale and Retail — New and Used AUTOMOBILES AND TRUCKS 320 MAIN STREET EAST HAVEN 12, CONNECTICUT Telephone: HObart 7-3270 Residence: HObart 7-4052 DICK PARILLA CASANOVA PARILLA OIL COMPANY Free Oil Burner Service — Day and Night Service FUEL OILS-KEROSENE 320 Main Street East Haven 12, Connecticut Meter Truck Telephone: HObart 7-7451 DICK PARILLA WOLFE'S QUALITY FOOD SHOP 291 MAIN STREET Phone HO 7-0256 EAST HAVEN, CONNECTICUT Dine — Dance at the WEEPING WILLOWS RESTAURANT Laurel Street, East Haven, Connecticut Telephone HO 7-5576 Smorgasbord Every Tuesday 5 to 10 o'clock Orchestra every Saturday Night Weddings — Parties — Banquets ANDERSON AUTO ACCESSORIES Goodyear Tires, Tubes, Batteries Sherwin-Williams Paint and Wallpaper 222 MAIN STREET EAST HAVEN Phone HO 7-0960 THE BAILEY DAIRY MILK CREAM FOXON ROAD EAST HAVEN Phone HO 7-6653 - HO 7-7771 CLASS OF 1953 Christmas Seals X-ray Program Super Football Team Gains Yardage 94 CLASS OF 1954 Christmas Party in Homemaking Michael Makes Football Player for Coach Mr. Tierney's Masterpiece in library CLASS OF 1955 Seniors Get Tree Trimmed 95 Off To Their Posts Painting the Town Student Government At Work CLASS 1956 Saturday Morning Over WAVZ Football Annual Queen Crowned Cheerleaders Run Sports Dance CLASS OF 1957 96