Farmington High School - Student Yearbook (Farmington, CT)

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HAROLYN B. NADEAU I'm 'retting' on top of the world. Hilltop Club 2, Conservation Club 3, 4, Outing Club 4, Minstrel 3. Harolyn has those characteristics that we admire in every girl, a quiet voice and a mild manner. Coming from Maine, she soon made her presence known by her friendly smile and charm. Looking ahead, Harolyn, We can envision you as a very helpful and competent airline hostess. WILLIAM F. NEDOROSTEK Come, come, leave your book! and be merry. Automobile Club President 4, Conservation Club 3, Assistant Treasurer 4, French Club 2, Football 4. The end we saw so many times tackling opposing backs and catching forward passes was none other than our Chick. Some of his energy, how- ever, he saved for the intricate problems of solid geometry and trigonometry. Next year we shall miss seeing him and his friend Pat, roaming through the halls and calling on Mr. Bennett. Don't fly too low in the aeroplane, Chick. LORNA RAE NYBAKKEN Beauty and brains, what a combinatiorzf' Class Reporter 4, Conservation Club 3, Secretary 4, Outing Club 4, Photo Club Secretary 2, Choir 3, 4, Minstrel 2, 3, 4, All State Chorus 4, Fairview Beacon Feature Editor, Junior Prom Committee 3, Assistant Editor for the Farmington Student. Amiability glows all over Lorna's face as she energetically participates in out activities. Interested in many fields, she has especially displayed a zest for music, poetry, and the Conservation Club. We like your spirit of aggressiveness, Lorna, and know that the children will profit from your career of school teaching. ROBERT JOHN O'CONNELL The wisdom of many and the wit of one. Conservation Club 3, 4, National Honor Society 3, President 4, Athletic Association Treasurer 4, Class Vice-President 3, 4, Basketball Manager 2, 3, 4, Minstrel 3, 4, All-State Chorus 3, Sports Editor of 'lFairview Beacon , Assistant Editor of Farmington Student , Class Play 3, 4. How Bobby ever managed to maintain his high grades with so many activities claiming his time is beyond our comprehension. His ever ready wit made him a favorite with his classmates and the basketball players. He could turn equally well to acting in plays or performing in minstrel shows. We know that your versatility and friendliness will win you many friends at Holy Cross, Bob: 21

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A-1 BEVERLY ANN MERRILL Why not mix a little folly with wirtlomP Outing Club 2, 4, Conservation Club 3, Executive Committee 4, Ath- letic Association 4, Secretary, Honor Society 3, Treasurer 4, Winter Carnival Attendant 3, Delegate to Laurel Girls' State, Minstrel 2, 3, 4, Class Secretary 3, Class Plays 3, 4, Assistant Editor of the Farmington Student. A glance at Beverly's many activities will convince anyone of her all- PATRICK JOHN MCMAHON Chide me not, for Napoleon was no taller. Conservation Club 3, 4, Rifle Club 3, Treasurer 4, Rifle Team 4. This spirited fellow of Irish descent accomplished many things which would be beyond the capacity of a much taller lad. Keenly interested in the Rifle Club, he became its treasurer in senior year. If you show the same persistence after graduation that you showed at school, Pat, you should be a very good salesman. around interests. Yet never did her high grades suffer as a result of her participation. Friendly to all, her name was a must on all invitations to parties. As you head for the University of Connecticut, Bev, we hope that those blond tresses of yours won't attract too many male admirers. Best of everything to you. lg' ' DOROTHY ANNE MIKOSZ A cheerful smile it worth its while. Conservation Club 3, 4, Photography Club 2, Hilltop Club 3, Outing Club 4, Minstrel 3, 4, Fairview Beacon Staff 4. The tall, cheerful girl seen many a night after school typing for the Fairview Beacon was our friend Dotty from Burlington. The owner of a good sense of humor, she won many friends among her classmates. The athletic teams could always rely on her for some vociferous cheering. We know that you will tackle your assignments in the business world in a very . . capable manner, Dot. JOAN SASHA MILLIKEN left and youthful Iollityf' Dramatic Club 2, Outing Club 2, Photography Club 2, Conservation Club 3, 4, Minstrel 2, 3, 4, Choir 4, Assistant Editor of the Farmington Student. With a subtle remark and an outburst of laughter joan came daily to Fairview Terrace. How her eyes sparkled whether she was teasing a friend or relating her experiences of the previous weekend. When it came to harmonizing, Joan was superb. We hope that your life will be harmonious, Joanie, as you prepare to cast Anchors Aweighf' 20

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DONALD OQUIST Candy are my textbookff' Auto Club 4g Conservation Club 4. Donald is our expert card player, adept at all the tricks that win games. His chief interests seem to be hot cars and his job at the Farmington Garage. There was never a dull moment when he entered a crowd. Con- sulting our favorite seer, Oakie, we see you as a driver and winner on the famous Indianapolis Speedway. MARIANNE PARTYKA Not too thy, not too bold. Conservation Club 2, 3, 4g Minstrel 3. Marianne is another of our senior girls possessing the knack of choosing the right kind of clothes to add to her attractiveness, Constantly in the company of Mitzi, she frequently forgot her taciturnity to show a ready wit. You have not let us in on your secret ambition, Marianne, but we feel that it will lead you to something worthwhile and useful. PATRICIA URSULA PORTER RICHARD JOHN PETERS I like a girl with a good bead on my rlaoulderf' Conservation Club 4g Automobile Club 4g Football 4. Dick believed in variety as he frequently made new conquests in the feminine world. Coming to us in senior year, he became an active member of the Conservation Club. The patrons of the Poultry Show had an oppor- tunity to see how good he was at cooking. If you ever have K. P. duty in the Coast Guard, Dick, your experience at Farmington High should prove valuable. Ioumalum at the first power in ber band. Photography Club 2, Conservation Club 5, 4g Hilltop Club 33 Outing Club 3g Softball 3g Minstrel 2, 4g Editor-in-chief of the Fairview Beacon. Whenever we think of the Fairview Beacon of senior year, ws shall think of Pat. The lateness of the afternoon hour did not keep her from preparing the final copy of our school paper. Of course, the company, may have also helped. We hope that you will continue to achieve honors in the field of writing, Pat, and blossom out as one of Farmington's outstanding novelists. 22.