Enfield High School - Echo Yearbook (Enfield, CT)

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8 The Enfield Echo junction with the war effort was Aeronautics. Mr. Fowler served as instructor for a time, and later was replaced by Mr. Staszko. We all gave three cheers for our aeronautics students and the in- structor who will teach them to “keep ’em flying.” A main event this year, as always, was the election of officers. Fred Bomely was elected President for the third successive time, with Florence Moschetti as Vice-President, Jean O’Brien as Secre- tary, and Joseph D’Ascoli as Treasurer. The annual Hi-Y Minstrel, “Victory Revue,” the first public presentation of the year, directed by Mr. Tatoian, was well-received, and members of our class who appeared as principals in this pro- duction were Janice Ryan, Elspeth Stowe, Claire Rush, and Dorothy Dobrozensky as soloists; and Janet Bromage, John O’Brien, and Robert Gallant as endmen. With physical well-being constantly stressed during war-time, new commando tactics in the girls’ gym classes were formed as part of the “keep fit” program. It was not uncommon, therefore, on Mondays and Thursdays, to see the girls, all out of breath, com- ing into the classroom just in time for their next class. Orchids went to Miss Javorski, director, and the cast of “Sky- roads”, the annual school play. Those who made it such a great success were Claire Rush, Janice Ryan, Frances Burns, Janet Bromage, Joan Fahey, David Bordua, and Fred Bomely. Being one of the best plays ever presented, “Skyroads” merited the high praise and commendation of all attending the performance. Members of our class who deserve credit for their excellent work on the staff of the Static this year are Claire Pare, editor-in- chief; Josephine Caramazza, literary editor, and Josephine An- gelica, business manager. The coming of spring meant the long-awaited Junior “May- time” Prom. Hostess Adeline Cimino and Host Terry Burke were present to greet the gay couples, who danced for one joyous eve- ning when school and studies were forgotten. “How to Get and Hold a Job” was the topic for Career Day. sponsored by Mr. Lyons. Representatives of various fields and professions presented some helpful and timely suggestions on this topic, and acquainted us with different occupations and professions. We noted keenly this year the absence of three greatly-admired members of the faculty. The names of Miss Crombie, Miss Simon- ton, and Mr. Fowler were added to those of Mr. Angelica and Mr. Ricci, as having answered their country’s call. As part of our work toward victory, drives for war stamps, salvage, waste paper, and silk stockings were launched in the early part of the year, and were continued throughout the year. In the fields of sports, the Basketball Team brought honor to themselves by winning the coveted Valley Wheel Championship. Time has certainly played a trick on us. The curtain had already come down on three years—three years of diligent and

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The Enfield Echo 7 faculty. Mr. Angelica and Mr. Ricci, two of our teachers, were the first to leave their positions to enter the Armed Forces of our country. We were sorry to lose two of our favorite teachers, but we felt that what was our loss was the Army’s gain. To lead us during the forthcoming year, we elected Fred Bomely again as our President, Joan Kennedy as Vice-President, Margaret Kiley as Secretary, and Edward Zebrowski as Treasurer. “Collegiate Revue,” the annual Hi-Y Minstrel, was getting under way early in the season under the direction of Mr. Tatoian. Many of our class members comprised the chorus, while Janice Ryan represented our class as soloist, and John O’Brien as endman. The leading dramatic production of the year was “Lease On Liberty,” skillfully coached by Miss Helen Javorski. The cast in- cluded Janet Bromage, Claire Rush, and Fred Bomely. The annual one-act play contest was held at Enfield this year. “Let Sleeping Dogs Lie,” a comedy, was presented under the direc- tion of Mr. Nigro, with Claire Pare and David Bordua in the lead- ing roles. An outstanding event at Enfield this year was the “Ballad For Americans” Concert, with the Glee Club of Enfield accompanying Paul Robeson. The students who took part will long remember this event as a treasured and unusual experience. Once again the end of another year clouds our memory, and, with a new-won confidence in ourselves, and a definite aim in our minds and hearts, springing from a successful year of achievement, we felt prepared to bestow upon ourselves the title of “Juniors”. This was a year marked by more changes, both in faculty and in our curriculum. Our country’s entry into the war caused every- one to put forth more effort, and to adopt “Work and Study for Victory,” as his slogan. Eager to do our part, we felt it was our duty to do all we could, because this was our war, too. Again we were welcomed back by a new principal, Mr. Hassett, to succeed Mr. Langford. First Aid, War Economics, and an Air Raid Protection course were added to our curriculum as “Victory Classes” for the ensuing school year. Two hours a week were devoted to these courses from our regular schedule. It was not an unusual sight, if, walking through the corridors on a Tuesday or Friday morning, we saw a group of students administering the correct' artificial respiration technique on their classmates. We were especially grateful to our new principal, Mr. Hassett, for inaugurating the lunch period, a refreshing fifteen-minute pause in the day’s work. We also gave many thanks to the Home Eco- nomics Department for preparing those delicious sandwiches which were enjoyed daily. No, that rushing from the various classrooms at the end of the fourth period was not a fire or air raid drill; it was only the students going to the cafeteria. Another course, which was added to our curriculum in con-

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The Enfield Echo 9 conscientious study, along with fun and pleasure, had gone down into history. We gloried in the thought that we were on the thres- hold of Room 26, and were ready to assume the rank and honor of a Senior. It seemed almost like a dream to us, but in September, 1943, we found it to be true. To lead us in this “red-letter” year we again chose Fred Bomely as our President. Because of his work in the past three years, he had proved capable of leadership. Florence Moschetti was elected Vice-President; Adeline Cimino, Secretary, and Edward Zebrowski, Treasurer. To open the season, “Southland Revue,” the annual Hi-Y Min- strel was presented, again under Mr. Tatoian’s fine direction. Fred Bomely appeared as interlocutor, while Janice Ryan, as soloist, and Janet Bromage, Jennie Zawada, Elsie Walsh, Robert Watton, and Robert Gallant, as endmen, highlighted the show. The prominent social event of the season was the annual Senior Prom, having “Snowball” as its theme. Florence Moschetti, host- ess, and Francis Panella, host, were present to welcome the many couples. Margaret Kiley brought honor to our class and school by placing first in the Local, District, and County Oratorical Contests sponsored annually by the American Legion, and by winning second place in the State Contest. Participating in the annual Junior Model Congress held at American International College in Springfield were Margaret Kiley, Claire Rush, Charles Robinson, and David Bordua. The group, accompanied by Mr. Lyons, made and presented bills in regular congressional fashion. Early in 1944, a new department was instituted in our school. The Industrial Arts course, with Mr. Volquardsen serving as in- structor, was in the experimental stage, but since then rapid prog- ress has been made. Eleanor Longmore and Charles Robinson represented our class in the annual school play, “What a Life,” with Miss Carey and Miss Townsend directing. With many members of our class comprising the chorus, and Terry Burke in the cast, “The Forest Prince,” an operetta presented by the Music Department and directed by Miss Roach, received many rounds of applause. On May 1, a group of 85 Seniors, accompanied by Miss Malley, Miss Raissi, Mr. Hassett, and “Coach” Whalen, who served as chaperons, journeyed to New York City where fun and enjoyment were in store for all. On May 4 we returned to Thompsonville— a group of tired, but happy, Seniors. Among the outstanding athletes and lettermen in sports are the names of Korona, Panella, O’Brien, Legienza, Terry Burke, D’Ascoli, Siana, Hicks, Campbell, Cusimano, Watton, Renals, and