Gardner High School - Wampanoag Yearbook (Gardner, MA)

Text from Pages 1 - 124 of the 1959 volume:

Gardner Trust Company The People s Bank Srnce 1875 Gardner Baldwlnvllle Ashburnham South Gardner Westmmster b Federal D6p0Slt Insurance Corporatron 'I' 'I' 'A' 'A' 'k 'A' i' Compliments of 9 Sewing Northern Worcester County Mem er of Tl-IE ARG-US published and printed by the students of the Gardner l-llgh School VOL LV JUNE 1959 NUMBER 3 C0 Editors Ass t Editors Llnda Asunmaa 59 Tidy Crichton 59 Jean Hamel 59 Sally Newman 59 Peter Ponkonen 59 Sanna Sorlla 59 I- elen Oyala Thomas Johnson Peter Polkonen Barbara Nxchols Paulxne Beauregard Cxrculatlon Manafzer Advertzsx ng Manager News Edztor Ar! Editor Ass t Art Edztor Barbara Nxchols Kenneth Bnggs Sharon Bhss Faxth Zager Kathleen Johnson BUSINESS BOARD Judxth Babmeau 59 Sharon Bhss 59 Jacquelme Brodeur Llaxre H Cormxer 59 Claxre M Cormler 59 JoAnn Fnberg Iounse Lavallee 59 Glorxa Mxchalewxcz 59 Beverly Morse Barbara Ann Nichols 59 Chrxstxne Nyman 59 Patrxcla O Leary Jane Proud 59 Karen Re1da 59 Dons St I-Illaxre Fanth Zager 59 Laura Davxs 60 Judlth Goodwm Mary Ann Kropotkm Sharr MOHEN1118 60 Brenda Nyman 60 Elame Stanley D m e Toohcy 0 Sandra Embovxtz 61 Joan eB Cher 61 Carol Bakox-.skx 61 Candace Gagne Sandra Sund 61 Blanche Wesockes 59 Carohne Toohey 61 Sally Wojdylak LITERARY Judy Babmeau Dexter Hedstrom 59 Kenneth Bnggs 59 Ce'1a Lemo Marcel Clavnen Sanna Sonla 59 Davld Dawley 59 Elame Stanley Ronald Dobson 59 Faxth Zager 59 Douglas Flemmg 60 Assemblies Band Bxology Club Boys Sports Cheerleaders French Club Sk: Club NFWS STAFF Karen Heywood Wxlham Farnsworth Demse Toohey Edward Nobrega Joanne Kauppmen Wmona LeBlanc Malhemalxcs Club Music and Chorus Photographer Prmczpal s Cabinet Pamela Dubzmskx Sanna Sonla Lmda Asunmaa Lawrence Popple Chrlstme Nyman Stamp and Com Club Stephen Resnick Ernest Johnson JOKES ,Iacquelme Brodeur 59 Dons St Hxlalre 59 Jo Ann Frlberg 59 Louxse Lavallee Claxre H Cormxer 59 Thomas Leautt 59 Joyce Leamy 60 Ernest Kung Judnth Babmeau 59 Glorla lVllCh31EWlCZ 59 Dona Morrls 59 Anne Treml Curtxs Wxckman 59 Carol Anne Barry 60 D1ane Brazawskls 60 Mary Lucas Ahce Perzmskx 60 Ronald Rosengren 60 Elame Stanley 60 Demse Toohey Judy Cnchton 59 Carol Cunningham 59 Susan Hobbs 59 Elame Leppanen Ahce Wmter 60 John Yablonskl 60 Joanne Kauppmen Judy Goodwm 60 Carlene Popoloskx 59 Gladys Narkevxcnus 60 Comeha Jandns 61 Mary Ann Kropotl-tm 60 Carol Anne Barry 60 Ann Nobrega 61 EX CHAN G E Barbara Nrchols 59 Kathryn Parkhurst Candy Brooks 61 Irene St John ALUMNI Jean Anderson 60 Judxth Caswell 60 Beverly Morze Brenda Nyman 60 Anita Roach 60 Clalre Sylvestre ART Susan Koskl 61 Mary Phelan 60 Dxane Brazawsl-us Peter Poxkonen 59 Ruth Hlmottu 59 Manlyn LaValley PICTURE Carole Grnfiin 60 Joyce Leamy 60 Georgette LeBlanc Claxre Rocheleau 61 Jeanne St Hxlaxre TYPISTS Harr1etteHodgk1ns 59 Jacquelme Brodeur 59 Elame Arsenault 59 Clalre M Cormxer 59 Murxel Gallant 59 FACULTY ADVISERS Advxsers Enghsh Faculty Buszness Mr Martin Lahtmen Illustratzons Mrs Robert Lavallee Prmtmg and Bmdmg Mr JosephT Kxvlm Yearly Subscrlptlorx S1 50 All subscrlptxons should be sent to the Clrculatgon Manager Issued three tlmes a year Dec April June - ' 1 '59 ' ' ' 1 ,59 . . . , . . . ,59 . . . ,59 . . 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' ' '61 I Class Hlstory Table of Contents Commzttee Ronald Allam Elalne Anderson Sharon Bllss Donna Kauppl Patrlcla O Leary Carlene Poploskx Sanna Sorlla Robert Weeks II Semor Class Plctures and Wrlte up Jacquelme Brodeur Davld Flanagan Dana Kennan Elalne Leppanen Chrlstlne Nyman III Lxttle Oscars Paullne Beauregard Barbara Nlchols IV Sports Commzttee Dons Canty Thomas johnson Thomas Leavltt Glorla M1chaleW1cz Helen O1ala Faith Zager Commzttee Sha ron Bhss Helen OJala Commzttee Barbara Davldowlcz V. Photography Lawrence Popple Marvel Clavlen Joanne Kaupplnen Celia Lemo Barbara N1chols Barbara Roach Thomas Johnson Peter Polkonen Edward N obrega Barbara Davidowicz David Dawley Ronald Dobson 3 Class l-llstory Ronald Allaln Patrvcla O Leary Elaine Anderson Carlene Poploslcu Sharon Blass Senna Sorlla Donna Kauppl Robert Weeks lG DilC'1Jl FRESHMAN YEAR Bewltched bothered and bewlldered was a good descrlptlon of us as fresh men 1n the fall of 1955 Mr W1ll1ams our prmcxpal conducted the orlenta t1on program and we were mtroduced to our class advlser Mr Lahtmen Mlss Saben said Choose your llttle star m the balcony and see how br1ghtly you can make lt shlne m the next four years Durmg the rest of the day we met our teachers and some of us were baxt for the semors mvnta tlon to rlde 1n the elevator to room 37 for free cokes In the next few weeks we chose our first class officers Presldent Porter Sampson VICC Presldent Helen Smlth retary Chrlstme Nyman treasurer Thomas Johnson Cool crlsp fall days meant field hockey and on the teams were many of our classmates Gall AUSt1H Judy Roberts Barbara D3VldOW1CZ Donna Kauppl Joyce Tresback Elame Ander son Judy Crelghton Carolyn Cunnmg ham and Joan D111 The glrl s basket ball team was supported by Joyce Tresback Barbara D3V1d0W1CZ Judy Roberts D1anaGautreau Jan1ceJa1llet Donna Kauppl Joanne Kaupplnen and Kathy Parkhurst When sprmg arrlved and the field was dry the two Barbaras Reilly and Davldowlcz plus Elame Hunter and Judy Roberts knocked ln a few runs for the softball team Whlle Tony Kraskouskas Andre Valoxs Allan Cormler Mlchael H111 Arthur DuVerger and Larry Popple were runnmg laps for the track team Bob D111 Ronn1e Rogers John Olech n1ck1 and Norm Beauregard were swxmmmg laps at the Greenwood Memor1alPool for the G H S team Fledglmg members of the football squad were Bob Weeks Roy SHVOIC Txm Matukas M1ckey LaFortune Johnny Mmns Ed Nobrega Paul Hagen Bob D111 Norm Beauregard Jxm Johnson and Harold Sund After many strenuous rehearsals and more than slx months of prep aratlon eleven freshmen members boarded the Ocean Monarch for a two weeks trlp to Trmldad Seas1ckness study hours and practices falled to dlm the enthuslasm of the G H S Happy Wanderers and all have last mg memorles of Trlmdad durlng Car nlval season and Internatlonal frlend ShlDS fostered by the Slmplex Tlme Recorder Company Those makmg the trlp were Ela1ne Anderson Dlane Blbeau Sharon Bllss Dexter Hedstrom Barbara N1ChOlS Carol Osterberg Helen Smlth Ph1l1p Thompson Klrsten Wallgren Jlm Warakols, and Falth Zager . . . . , 1 1 . . , 1 ' 1 1 1 1 1 , . . , . . U . . . 1 1 1 ' 1 1 11 ' ' 1 . . , . . . 7 7 1 1 - 1 1 1 1 9 . , . 1 ' 1 , . f 1 1 1 1 1 ' 1 - 1 1 1 1 - - - ' u 11 1 1 1 ' . . . . . . . 1 1 ' ' . . , . . . 1 ' ' 1 1 - 1 1 1 - 1 1 1 1 1 1 - 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 THE ARGUS Our Freshman Party was a success ful social event We cast trad1t1on aside and hnred a dance band instead of having a square dance It was fun to be with Just our own classmates Mr Williams left us ln February but we were very fortunate that there was a capable person to replace h1m Mr Gearan began and continued his leadership m a friendly and sincere manner We were honored to have Ber nard Oesch as an exchange student Through h1m we gained understanding of the people and customs of Switzer and Tired after an exhausting yet re wardmg year we packed our books and went home to enJoy our summer vacation SOPHOMORE YEAR We began our sophomore year by assembling ln the audltorlum to elect our class ofiicers We chose John Mmns to serve as president Chr1st1ne Nyman vice president Bob D111 treas urer and Carol Osterberg secretary The football team was defeated in only one game This was Leominster by a score of 1312 Our class was well represented ln football by Paul Hagen Michael LaFortune John Edward Nobrega Paul Bukowski James Johnson Anthony Kraskouskas Norman Beauregard Dave Kempl Tlmothy Matukas Alfred Mercier Kenneth Stone and Andre Valols During our sophomore year the girls field hockey team played seven games The varsity had a record of two wms three losses and two ties the Junior varsity won four and lost three games Girls recelvmg field hockey letters and numerals from our class were Barbara Davldowlcz Donna Kauppl Joyce Tresback Carol Cunningham Joanne Kauppmen Annette Rem1llard Holly Zetterberg and Barbara Nichols The girls basketball team Won two games and lost four The members of our class who Were on the varsity team were Helen Smith Barbara Davidowicz Donna Kauppl Joyce Tresback and Susan Hobbs with Carol Osterberg as manager Our sophomore party was held in the form of a Halloween party with corn stalks and pumpklns adornmg Thls year we added fifty classmates from Westminster all of whom have contributed to the success of our class A band concert was held with Merldan Connecticut ln the sprmg of our sophomore year One of the happenings around school durmg the last few months of our sophomore year was the beginning of the new boys locker room ln the back of our school At the Pro Merxto assembly Thomas Johnson was presented the Lamp of Learnlng as the h1ghCSt rankmg sophomore JUNIOR YEAR September came again time to set with the satlsfylng feeling of finally tle down polish our shoes and stay bemg upperclassmen we met with home Week nights doing homework Mr Lahtlnen and elected class officers Soon after we began the school year presldent Thomas Leavltt vice pres . ' , l . ' 1 u n I u Q , . 9 i 1 ' 1 3 I '. 7 ! , . y t . . Mlnns, Robert Weeks, Robert Dill, our gym. U 7 ' 9 7 - 7 7 ' I Y , . 1 Q 1 ' 9 . . . , . , S . , . . . 7 ., 9 Y I 3 ' I ! 7 . , . 3 . - I THE ARGUS xdent Chrlstme Nyman treasurer John Mmns secretary Joanne Kaup pmen The Dubzmsklmen d1d lt agaln thxs year wmmng elght and losmg a heart breaker to Leommster 2 6 We was robbed How can we posslbly lose one next year w1th boys l1ke Bob slze 13 Dlll Ed Mo Nobrega Johnny Mmns T1m Matukas Norm Beaure gard Ken Stone Meat Hook Kras kouskas Bob Weeks Ray Stewart and the toe Hagen? Surely the class of 59 proved ltself on the grldlron In December everyone watched the absentee l1st grow longer and longer when the students were affected by the Aslan flu ep1dem1c Everyone recovered before lt was necessary to have a day off Old Man Wlnter cooperated however and Wednesdays seemed like holldays SIX ln a row' In March we had a sprmg bllzzard w1th drlfts two feet high The field hockey team had much success because of the stxck swmgmg of Iamce Jaxllet Barbara Davldowlcz Lllllan Doxran and Holly Zetterberg Our basketball teams were not too lmpresslve but as the saylng goes Wa1t t11l next year The sw1mm1ng team w1th the help of Bob Dxll John Olechneckl Norm Beauregard Ronme Rogers and Paul Hagen won the Massachusetts State Champlonshlp Meet held at the Um verslty of Massachusetts The baseball team because of 1ts lmpresslve record was 1nv1ted to the playoffs for state champlonshlp Our representatlves on thls squad were John Mmns John and Dlck Wolanskl Dlck Renes Dave Keresey and Paul Hagen Hlghlxghts of the Washmgton Trlp the lmpresslve slght of the Lmcoln Memorlal the antlcxpated football game m the hotel corrldor cancelled by a forelgn mtruder called the House Detectlve the hubba hubba photo- grapher the student who had the prlvllege of smgmg wxth Corrxne Calvert The Iumor Senlor Prom a valentine dance was an outstandmg event of the year Many w1ll remember the post prom spectacular put on by Tom Leavltt and Chrxstme Nyman as they pranced through West Gardner square Wlth the dummy that had been used for decoratlng In the sprmg our frlends from Tr1n1dad were welcomed to the halls of Gardner Hlgh The Three Flags for Frxendshlp program was launched and calypso mtermmgled wlth the muslc of the Lloyd Lancers After entertammg the Trmldadlans for a week the fortunate band members took off for a trlp to Canada and a Saguenay Rlver crulse once agam as guests of the Slmplex Company Open House was held when the new showers were completed a declded lmprovement for the gym classes and v1s1t1ng athletlc teams The Jumor year ended Just as nt began ln a flurry of 3Ct1Vlty We were sorry to have the semors depart but we were eager to take thelr places SENIOR YEAR As much as we hated to leave our ertheless, busmess IS busmess The varxous summer pastxmes we had to electlon of class oficers was first on obey the beckonmg school bell Nev our busy agenda Workxng wlth Mr 1 , Y U . . . . . 1 1 ' 1 1 ' 1 1 . . . . . . . . . - 1 . 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Y THE ARGUS Lahtmen thls year w1ll be presldent Thomas Leav1tt VICE pres1dent Sharon BllSS secretary Chr1st1ne Nyman and treasurer Edward Nobrega Th1s year our football team got off to a good start Of course our semor cheerleaders Joanne Kaupp1nen Dolores Br1deau and Judy WIJCOX were there to lend a helpmg hand and brmg glory to G H S Our very cap able co capta1ns Mo Nobrega and Bob D1ll led the team on to an unde feated season wxth only SIX polnts scored agamst us The g1rls hockey team also had a successful season th1s year However next years team w1ll be w1thout the asslstance of Barbara Davldowlcz Barbara Nlchols Joanne Kauppmen Holly Zetterberg Carol Cunmngham Donna Kauppl and Annette Rem1llard Wlth the end of football and hockey the cast of the Sen1or Play T1me Out for Gmger was kept busy re hearsmg for the blg n1ght Needless to say the play was a blg success Perhaps next year our football team Wlll find a number of g1rl athletes on lt Dur1ng the basketball season we could always find Bud Sm1th who IS a member of the North Worcester County All Star Team Dave Kemp1 R1ch1e Renes and Ken Aho s1nk1ng baskets on the court Basketball was a b1g thmg around school thls year under the leadershlp of Coach Joe B1shop The gxrls also had a very 1m presslve season w1nn1ng eleven games and losmg only two The Sen1or members Barb Dav1dow1cz L1l D01 ron Donna Kauppl Dolly Desmond Cele LSIUO Joyce Tresback and Pat OLeary leave a blg gap to be filled Our swlmmmg team too d1d well th1S year CoCapta1ns Bob D111 and Norm Beauregard along vnth Paul Hagen and Ronny Rogers helped Mr T1nkers tank team to w1n the state t1tle aga1n Lolllpops balloons and Jump ropes were a blg success at the Sen1or K1d Party Ronny Dobson w1th h1s bongo drums and Tom Johnson wlth h1s gultar led the k1dd1CS 1n a commu mty s1ng Although our re1uvenat1on lasted but a short tlme lt certa1nly was a not Pray tell what w1ll hap pen to Barby s Davy Crockett hat and Ronny s fish? TDIS year two of our Sen1or boys brought honor to G H S and to them selves Tom Leav1tt placed 1n the up per 1 per cent throughout the country and Ronny Dobson placed 1n the upper 2 per cent ln the Merlt Scholarsh1p Exam We are look1ng forward to another successful track and baseball season our Jumor Sen1or Prom Se111or Recep t1on Sen1or Banquet and last but not least Graduat1on Day - 1 1 ' 1 ' ' 1 1 1 1 , . . 1 1 ' ' 1 Y Y I 1 1 1 1 . . , . I l 7 ' 1 1 - u 11 , ' ' 1 1 ' - . . . . , . . , . . 1 1 - 1 , . . . . 1 . . . N . . ,, . 1 1 ' 1 1 ' 1 - 1 1 - 1 ' ' u - 1 1 - 17 1 1 ' ' , u u n 0 ' 1 ' ' 1 , . ' 1 1 1 1 ' 1 ' 1 1 1 1 C H xg? s l SEIUIIIIG5 X 3 fd ff' ' ! A rj 4 x CF fmwd 4 A X 5 i . W X N , f - f f MW ' .... .... , b affix ., vblql ,, 4 - Y Q .f -0' 'I .. X X - 'S ap - 10 f 6, - A, I ,Ml CLASS OFFICERS Thomas Prescott Leavltt 58 Washmgton Street Here s a great all around guy who wlll surely be mlssed next year Tom IS a frlend to everyone he meets When he s not studymg you can usually find hlm tlnkermg wlth his guns or huntlng Wlth Tom s wllllngness to work we know he wlll be a success at whatever college he attends Argus Jokes Board 4 Clubs Math 3 4 Forelgn Pohcy 3 Prmcxpals Cabl net Presxdent 3 4 Senlor Play Comm1ttee Boy s State Representatlve Pro Merlto Chrlstme May Nyman Foss Road Chrxs has been a class officer for four years and has accepted much re spons1b1l1ty at G H S She has been a favorxte wxth her classmates After graduatlon Chrls plans to attend Northeastern Argus Bus1nessBoard1 2 3 4 Pr1nc1palsCab1net1 2 3 4 Class Secretary Edward Paul Nobrega 216 Ryan Street They say that good thmgs come ln small packages and Ed s a good exam ple The football team wlll surely miss hls valuable services and Gardner Hlgh wlll lose a good student We wlsh Ed the best of luck IH his study of chemxstry next year Prlnclpals Cabmet Treasurer 4 Football 1 2 3 4 Baseball 1 2 3 4 Boys State Pepresentatwe D A R Representative Sharon L Blxss 45 F oss Road Th1s busy young mlss has gamed many frxends at G H S because of her w1ll1ngness to work and her cheery dlsposltxon Wxth these and so many other assets she IS sure to make a fine nurse Argus Busmess Board 2 3 4 Argus News Staff 3 Argus News Edxtor 4 Argus Wrlte Up Comm1ttee Clubs Mus1c1 2 3 4 Treasurer 3 Chorusl 2 3 Band 1 2 3 4 Band Officer 3 4 Student Government Representatmve 4 Worcester County Band 4 Semor Play Cast. a .pnn I - n Y f, Q - 1 . . . . .. . . . , . 1 ' v y J ' ! . l 7 7 7 9 Y 7 ! 7 Y I Y 1, 45 Class Vxce-Presldent 2, 3g Clubs: Blology 3g Senxor Play-student director. . . , ' 7 - 1 , 1 . . . D , Y 7 7 7 7 ! 1 Y 7 ! t 3 . . . . Y l ' U D , , 4 1 9 ' 2 3 , , l 2 Z y , Z ! 7 Y : Y Z g S PRESIDENT Tlmmaf Leavitt SECRETARY CEVIIIIYIA' 'Njman uma' 5 VICE PRESIDENT Sharon Blu: TREASL RER Eduard Xobfegu Nathan D. Abbott 33 Highland Street Nate's ability to combine fun and hard work insure him of success in the future. He intends to join the Air Force after graduation. Baseball 2g Biology Club 23 Junior Red Cross Represen- tative 2, 3. Kenneth W. Aho Overlook Road, Westminster Ken is one of our varsity basketball players. If he does as well in the college of his choice as he is does on the basketball court, he is sure to come out on top. Football 2, Basketball 2, 3, 4. Ronald David Allain 4 Jay Street Ronnie is a fellow who is always ready to go where the fun is. He hopes to enter the medical field. We wish him the best of luck with his future plans. Football 1, 25 Photography Club l. Elaine Carol Anderson 386 Whitney Street A stalwart member of our band for four years, Elaine will surely be missed by Mr. Lloyd when she enters her chosen career of nursing. Band 1, 2, 3, 43 Music Club 1, 2, 3, 4. Elaine M. Arsenault 136 Summer Street This miss plans to enter an Airline School. Her smile and ability to make friends will help her in her chosen vocation. Argus Typist 4g Trampoline 2, Red Cross Representa- tive 4. Carol Anne Ashmore 334 Pine Street Carole has made the most of her four years and has a unique hobby - oil painting. Carol intends to continue her schooling in business subjects. Linda Marie Asunmaa 13 Warwick Road A cute gal who will always greet you with a smile. Linda's business-like manner and dependability will surely bring her success at Fisher Junior College next year. Argus Business Board 3, 45 Argus News Staff 4g Clubs: Biology lg Music 2, 3, 4g Chorus 2, 3, 45 Secretary 4. Franklin Joseph Atter 212 West Street Frank is an industrious student whom we have all re- spected. He intends to further his education, and we know that he will succeed in the college of his choice. Clubs: French 3, Math 45 Photography 4. Gail H. Austin Box 2O0A, Watkins Road Gail's experience as a part-time worker at the hospital will be of invaluable assistance to her as a practical nurse. Judith Marie Babineau 112 Nichols Street Silence is golden must be Judy's motto. Her diligence and sincerity made Judy well liked by her classmates. Best of luck to you at Fitchburg State, Judy. Argus Business Board 2, 3, 45 Argus Jokes 3, 4, Argus Literary 43 Argus Write-up Committee 4, Clubs: Junior Red Cross lg Music 1, 2, Chorus 1, 2g Future Teachers of America 2, 4, French 2, 43 Recent History 3, Pro Merito Society 3. Judith Rae Bailey Box 226, Gardner State Hospital Judy is one of the quieter girls at G. H. S. After at- tending a secretarial school, she plans to enter the business field. We are sure that with her efhcient manner, she will be an asset to any office. Chorus 3, 4. f .., Judy Helen Baum R. F. D. 2 Box 42, Westminster Judy is one of our gifts from Westminster. She cer- tainly has been a great help in beautifying our Argus issues. Best of luck in your nursing career, Judy! Transferred from Westminster, Massachusetts 1956. Art Club 2, Senior Play Committee. Norman H. Beauregard 368 Park Street Norman has been active in many sports during our four years at G. H. S. The Wildcats will miss him next year. He plans to attend Springfield College. The class of 1959 wishes him well. Football 1, 2, 3, 45 Swimming 1, 2, 3, 4, Golf 1, 2, 3, 43 Track 4, Student A. A. Council. Pauline Ann Beauregard 30 Graham Street Pauline is one of the quieter members of the class. She has been a true friend to all who know her. She is patient and will be a fine asset to St. Vincent's Hospital next fall. Argus Weekly Editor 4, Clubs: Drama 1, 2, 3, 4, French 3, 4, Art 3, Math 4, Senior Play 4. Jeannette Albina Belsky 251 Conant Street Jeannette is a girl who can make friends very easily. She intends to move to New York after graduation. Basketball 1. Theodore George Bernard 305 Pleasant Street Ted, who is an usher at the Orpheum, plans to enter the service after high school. Although his job has occu- pied much of his time, he has been able to maintain good marks and many friends at G. H. S. Clubs: Stamp 1, Pro Merito. Richard Nelson Binnall off Airport Road Dick keeps quite busy with his studies and work. However, he always finds time to joke and to do a little teasing. Dick plans to enter Boston University next year, and we know he will be a success in his chosen career. Baseball 1, 2, Cross Country Team 2, Clubs: Biology 1, 2, Foreign Policy 3, Camera lg Recent History 33 French 4g Boy's State Representative. Sheila Ann Blodgett 217 Park Street Sheila is an efhcient young miss whose helping hand will be missed by many at G. H. S. Her plans for the fu- ture include more schooling. May happiness be yours, Sheila. Richard Boucher 174 Clark Street This comical fellow intends to join the Navy or the Coast Guard. With his happy-go-lucky attitude, he is sure to succeed. Helen Louise Brady 385 Main Street This young lass, with the pleasant personality and warm smile, can always be found in a good joke session. Her happy-go-lucky manner is sure to bring her success. Her prime ambition is to get a job, we don't think she'll have too much trouble. Chorus 1, 2, Music Club 1, 2. 1, Dolores Ann Brideau 64 Pleasant Street Dolores has served well on the cheerleading staff and as co-captain this year. Next year she plans to enter sec- retarial school. Clubs: French 1, 25 Music 1, 25 Cheerleader 3, 45 Hockey 1, 25 Volleyball 1, 2. Kenneth Arthur Briggs 209 Elm Street Ken will surely be missed at G. H. S. next year. With his quick wit and willingness to help a friend, he has made a hit with everyone at Gardner High. Ken's plans for col- lege and career are indefinite, but he's bound to be a SUCCESS. Argus Literary Board 45 Argus Business Board 45 Argus Advertising Managerg Clubs: Math 3, Vice-President 45 Ski 2, 45 Recent History 35 Track 25 Band Color Guard 2, 35 Pro Merito 3, 4. ...ff Paul John Bukowski 24 Ford Street Paul, though quiet, is one of our best liked classmates. He is known to be a sportsman. Next year he intends to enter Franklin Technical Institute. Football 25 Baseball 1, 3. Jacqueline Marie Brodeur 378 West street Here is a girl who has proven herself by writing a fine record. Jackie intends to enroll in a business college. May success and happiness be yours. Transferred from Marie Joseph Academy, Biddeford, Maine, 1956 Argus: Business Board 2, 3, 45 Jokes Board 2, 3, 45 Typist 45 Clubs: French 2, 35 Music 1, 2, 35 Chorus 1, 2, 35 Volleyball 35 Pro Merito. Doris M. Canty 201 Regan Street The sparkling eyes and ready smile of Doris have been a pleasant addition to our days at G. H. S. She intends to work in an office after graduation. French Club 15 Senior Play Committee. William Edward Carlson 231 Elm Street Bill's portrayal of Eddie, the football player, in our Sen- ior Play will long be remembered. His future is undecided, but he thinks he may enter some field of science. Track 2, 3, Cross Country 2g Clubs: Chess 15 Foreign Policy 33 Math 3, 43 Senior Play Cast. Claire Cecile Charbonneau 159 Nichols Street Claire's quiet business manner and happy disposition will surely be an asset to the business world. You can be sure, too, that wherever she goes she Will make many good friends and acquaintances. Junior Red Cross 1, 4. Francis Louis Charland 131 Ash Street We here at Gardner High have had the pleasure of knowing Francis only three years, but we all appreciate his good humor and happy disposition. We're all sure that he will be a success in whatever he attempts. Alan H. Cormier 14 Richmond Street Alan has certainly excelled on the track teamg his spe- ciality having been discus throwing. He plans to continue his education, but he does not know where at present. Track 1, 2, 3, 4. . If Claire Marie Cormier 27 Mission Street Claire is not definite about her future plans. But one thing is certain. She's bound to succeed! With her spark- ling personality, Claire can't miss. Argus: Business Board 2, 3, 43 Jokes Board 2, 3g French Club 2, 3, 4, Senior Play Committee. Marcel H. Clavien 76 School Street As cocaptain of our track team, Marcel has brought many victories to Gardner High. As a member of the Pro Merito Society he has proved that brains and brawn go to- gether. His desire for excitement and new adventures are just further proofs that Marcel is happy-go-lucky, but in- tellectual. He will certainly have no trouble at the college of his choice where he will study engineering. Football 4, Swimming 2, Track 2, 3, 45 Clubs: Math 3, 4, French 2, 3, 45 Ski 2, 45 Foreign Policy 3, Chess 13 Re- cent History 3g Pro Merito 3, 4. Claire Helene Cormier 72 Ash Street Claire has been very busy at G. H. S. However, she is always ready for fun and joking. Best wishes in the fu- ture, Claire. Transferred from Marie Joseph Academy, Biddeford Pool, Maine, 19565 Argus: Business Board 3, 43 Jokes Board 2, 3, 4, French Club 2, 3, 4g Junior Red Cross Repre- sentative 4g Senior Play Committee. Carol Ellen Cunningham 190 High Street Carol is petite and has an unbounded supply of energy. Her voice can be heard through the whole first floor cor- ridor at G. H. S. We will always remember her different hair cut and her pleasant manner. Argus Business Board 45 Argus Jokes Board 45 Class Volleyball 3, 45 Field Hockey 1, 2, 35 Drama Club 4. Shirley Ann Dabuliewicz 84 Park Street Shirley is a girl whom you can't help but like. She is always ready to give a helping hand. Good luck in the future, Shirley. Volleyball 2. Judy Corinne Crichton 838 West Broadway Judy is a petite little miss with a friendly word for everybody. With her pleasing personality and appearance she will be an asset in any business ofiice. Judy plans to attend Ward Business School. Argus Picture Board 15 Argus Jokes Board 45 Argus Business Board 45 Basketball 1, 25 Drama Club 4. Judith Ann Cutler 136 Central Street J udy's attractive and quiet appearance will always be remembered by her classmates. She plans to continue as a housewife and obtain an ofiice job after graduation. .QQ .pd Q, a . , , ,Q . V' ff 5 .. .J David George Dawley Main Street, Westmins David and his M, G. are familiar sights around G. H. Barbara Helen Davidowicz 31 Harvard Street Barb is one of the fortunate students at G. H. S. who has combined sports and studies successfully. Her pleas- ant personality has won her many friends, who will always remember her as a great athlete and student. Success is sure to follow her to the University of Massachusetts. Argus Literary Board 4, Field Hockey 2, 3,43 Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4, Softball 1, 2, 3, 4, Class Volleyball 1, 2, 3, 4: Class Basketball lg Girl's State Representative. S. even though he has been with us only 3 years. Next year he plans to attend Dartmouth College, where he will major in either medicine or business. Transferred from Westminster. Argus Literary Board 3, 4, Argus News Staff 25 Argus Business Board 4, Cross Country Team 2, Track 3, 43 Clubs: Ski 2, 3, 4, President 3, 43 Foreign Policy 3, Math 3, 4, French 4, Boy's State Representative. Eugene A. Denis ' Keyes Road Football 1. Yvette R. Desmarais 5 Stewart Street Here's to Yvette, without a doubt the quietest member of the class. Whenever she does say anything, however, it is always bright and complimentary. With her pleasant charm, she is assured of success at the Gardner Trust Company. Gene is a quiet boy with his mind towards the sea W wish Gene the best of luck with his career in the Navy Robert Edward Dill Hind's Pond Bob is one of our outstanding athletes whether it be in football, swimming or track. Next year he would like to attend college and become a physical education teacher. With his ability, he should become an excellent one. Principal's Cabinet, Treasurer 2, Football 1, 2, 3, 4, Co- Captain 43 Swimming 1, 2, 3, 4, Co4Captain 4, Track 3, 4, Co-Captain 4, Baseball lg Athletic Council. Dolores Ann Desmond Lakewood Park, Westminster Dolly is a cheerful, peppy miss who is noted for her giggle. When you can't find her playing basketball or soft- ball, you can bet that she is riding around in her green Studebaker. With her personality, Dolly is sure to End success at the I. B. M. Training center in Hartford. Softball 3, 4, Basketball 43 Clubs: Drama 43 Senior Play Committee 4. Ronald Coleman Dobson 143 Washington Street Witty, talented, intelligent and friendly-that's Ronnie. How this young man keeps so many irons in the fire is more than we are able to comprehend. The Gardner Trust Company will lose a good man when Mr. Dobson begins his engineering studies at college next fall. Argus Literary Board 4, Argus Write-up Committeeg Clubs: Mathematics 3, 4, Music 3g Band 3, 4, All-Central Massachusetts Band 4, Football 2, Manager 2, Senior Play, Pro Merito 3, 4. Lillian Jane Doiron 155 Leamy Street Lillian has been one of Gardner's best lady swimmers for several years. As New England backstroke champion in 1956 as well as a performer on our girl's teams, she is certainly off to a good start in her chosen field of teacher- coaching. Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4, Softball 1, 2, 3, 4. Armand Joseph Doucette 32 Greenwood Street Armand has proven himself to be a hard worker. We all hope that his plans for Bentley School of Accounting and Finance will be successful. Success to you, Armand. Stamp and Coin Club 4. Martin Joseph Duplessis 68 Graham Street This quiet, conservative young man can always be found wearing a happy smile or helping out a classmate. His ambition and quiet manner are sure to be his trade- mark in whatever he does. Carol Ann Dorval 42 Main Street We all know Dorval by her jokes and laughs. She has been one of the merriest in the class of '59. Dorval is truly a likeable person and will surely do well in the teaching profession Softball 1, 2, 3, 43 Volleyball 2, 33 Clubs: Drama 4, Senior Play Committee 4. Alan Robert Duplacy 21 Marquette Street Alan is a quiet boy who is very well liked at G. H. S. He is planning to attend trade school. Arthur Emil Duverger 351 South Main Street Art is a tall, likeable fellow whom we shall all miss. He intends to work during the summer and then enlist in the Air Force. Basketball 1, 2, 3, Track 1, 2, 3, 43 Foreign Policy Club 3. Frank Edward Eaton 38 South Main Street Looking for Frank? Then look for his Model A Ford. This jovial young man has won many friends at G. H. S. He is thinking of joining the U. S. Coast Guard after graduation. Camera Club 4. Patricia Anne Duteau 199 Main Street Pat has been very active at G. H. S. for the past four years. Her attractive appearance and pleasant-sounding voice have helped her to be popular among her classmates. Next year she plans to attend Fitchburg State Teachers College. Argus Business Board 4, Argus Jokes Board 3, Class Volleyball 3, Clubs: Future Teachers 2, 3, 45 French 4g Foreign Policy 3. Diane D. Duxbury West Main Street, Westminster Diane is a newcomer to the class of 1959 from Pitts- field and already she has made many new friends. We all wish her the best in the future years. Transferred from Pittsfield High School, 1958, Basket- ball 3, Bowling 23 Clubs: Pep 2, 3, Student Council 3. Gene A. Fielding 221 Peabody Street Gene's quiet humor and pleasant smile will be definite assets in her chosen career of nursing. Next year she will enter St. Vincent's School of Nursing. Argus Picture Board 3, Music Club 1, 2, 3, Chorus 1, 2, 33 Band 2, 3, 4. Paul Y. Fontaine 356 Parker Street A winning personality, good looks, and a beautiful Chevrolet are Paul's trademarks. Next year he hopes to attend Boston University. Camera Club 4. Judith E. Favreau 671 Pearl Street Judy is a very efficient, business-like, young lady. She plans to continue her work at the Gardner Trust Company. With her pleasing personality, she is sure to succeed in the business world. S, X.,-' David P. Flanagan 37 Mechanic Street Dave is one fellow we will always remember. His fine humor and Irish temper are traits which tend to single him out. Bowling ranks very high in Dave's activities. Best of luck at the University of Massachusetts. Argus Write-Up Committee 45 Clubs: Math 3, 45 Foreign Policy 33 French 2, 3, Senior Play Committeeg Chess 1. Jacqueline A. Frenette 25 Highland Street Jackie is a friendly, courteous girl. Her willingness to work will carry her to success. Argus Business Board 2, 45 Red Cross Representative. Jo-Ann E. Friberg 73 Sand Street Jo-Jo's cheery personality and happy sense of humor will win her friends wherever she goes. This young lady can bring smiles to anyone's face. She's taken part in many school clubs and we'll all be sorry to see her go. Argus Business Board 2, 3, 4, Argus Jokes Board 3, 45 Junior Red Cross Representative 1, Clubs: Chorus 1, 23 Music 1, 23 French 2, 3, 4. Ronald E. Fruit 114 Woodland Avenue Ronald is a very capable young man. His plans in- clude a college education after graduation. Track 2g Chorus 2. June Anne Fucile 27 Robillard Street June has not been with us long, as she transferred from Narragansett Regional. Her plans are to attend Worces- ter Trade to study hairdressing. -3 Leonnette Mary Ann Gallant 103 Ryan Street Leonnette has that cheery personality and quiet man- ner that will be an asset to her at the Gardner Trust Com- pany. Our best wishes for you in the future. Diana Louise Gautreau 291 Park Street We are sure Diana will be an efficient oiiice worker. Her admired intelligence will be a great asset to the busi- ness world. Basketball 1, 3. Charles Thomas Fuller 419 Park Street If someone is doing a little teasing, it's sure to be Charley. We wish this likeable fellow the best luck in the Air Force. Muriel Anne Gallant State Road, Westminster Muriel is a fun-loving person who finds humor in any situation. After graduation she plans to attend Becker Junior College in Worcester. Transferred from Loughlin Junior High School, West- minster, Massachusetts, 1956g Argus Typist 45 Senior Play Committee 4g Basketball 1. Elizabeth Jane Grandell 164 Washington Street With her ready smile and excellent sense of humor, Betty finds most things enjoyable. She has been the fash- ion plate of our class. We all wish her the best at Fitch- burg State Teachers College. Clubs: Future Teachers of America 4, Recent History 3 . Paul William Hagen 19 Beech Street Pau1's athletic prowess and his ability for hard work are a sure prediction of success. We'll really miss him in the backfield on the gridiron. Good luck to you, Paul, at the University of Massachusetts. Junior Red Cross Representative 2, Football 1, 2, 3, 4, Baseball 1, 2, 3, 45 Swimming 1, 2, 3, 4. Marion Alma Hall 169 Prospect Street Marion plans to move out of town and work as a typist. Gardner's loss, we're all sure, will be some other city's gain. Marion's quiet manner and becoming smile will aid her success. Cynthia Elvira Hallgren 13 Harvard Street Illness and enrollment in another school for a year have kept Cynthia from the limelight. Yet her valuable contri- butions to our art department will be long remembered. Clubs: Stamp and Coin lg Art 4. in i.. , i Q, 1 1 I Wifxwewi Robert Richard Hamel 50 Ash Street If Bob has his way he will some day be behind the wheel of a state police cruiser car. His hobby of photog- raphy should also work well into this exciting choice of his life's work. Joyce Ann Hebert 462 Main Street Joyce is a quiet, unassuming lass who has set her goal toward the business field. Next year she hopes to get a job in an office, where she will undoubtedly be someone's very efficient secretary. Senior Play Usherette. Jeanne M. Hamel 14 Greenwood Street A ready smile, an affable personality and a cute coiffure almost insure Jeanne's success as a hairdresser. Best of luck at Elizabeth Ollis Hairdressing Academy, Jeanne. Transferred from Marie-Joseph Academy, Biddeford, Maine, 19565 Argus Business Board 45 Argus jokes Board 2, 3, Clubs: French 2, 33 Drama 45 Senior Play Committee 4. Robert Louis Hanson 60 Montvale Road Bob is the G. H. S. answer to the world of invention. Montvale Road residents have long since become accus- tomed to explosions arising from the Hanson garage. He plans to further his education at Wentworth Institute. Clubs: Biology 2, 3, 43 Pro Merito 3, 4. H. Dexter Hedstrom 3 89 Temple Street A Watch out for Dexter when he has a twinkle in his eye-he has probably stacked your locker! With this young man's personality, we predict that he will be very successful in the college of his choice. Argus Literary Board 4, Track Manager 15 Swimming Manager 2, 3, Band 1, 2, 3: Captain 4, Clubs: Photography 1, Math 3, 43 French 2, Recent History 3g Senior Play Cast. ihlw' George Hietala 234 Pine Street George is always ready to have a good time. We'l1 surely remember his love for his automobile. Best of luck in the Navy, George. Ruth Sylvia Himottu 301 Pine Street Everyone will remember Ruth's beautiful blond curly hair and her dimples and her quiet manner. She will surely do well in the Held of teaching. ture Teachers of America 3. Susan Gail Hobbs Dawley Road, Westminster Sue is a quiet girl, yet fun to be with. She plans to attend Bay State Academy after graduation. Argus Art Board 3, 4, Class Basketball 15 Clubs: Fu- 158 Gordon Alvin Holway Princeton Road, Hubbardston Anyone who has met Gordon will surely remember his hearty handshake. Next year Gordon plans to continue his education at Stockbridge School of Agriculture at the University of Massachusetts. Best of luck to you as a student of landscape operations. Linda Margaret Jacobsen 362 Elm Street During the last four years, we have found Linda easy to get along with and willing to lend a helping hand. These qualities and a pleasant voice will aid her in becoming a telephone operator. Argus Business Board 43 Clubs: Gym 2g Junior Red Cross 2, 43 Senior Play Committee. 42 Harriette S. Hodgkins 78 Washington Street Everybody knows Harry by her jolly smile and matching personality. She has the combination of traits that will make her a competent practical nurse. Argus Business Board 2, 33 Argus typist 4g Manager Girl's Basketball 4g Clubs: Ski 43 Senior Play. Bruce Frederick Hunt 52 Prospect Street Bruce has been a friend to many at G. H. S. We'll surely miss his cheerful greetings and his helping hand. May success follow you, Bruce, in whatever you may choose to do. David A. Jalonen Cathedral Farm Road, Hubbardston David may seem quiet, but we know that under his quiet exterior is a fun-loving, ambitious student. We're all sure that he will be a success in the Air Force. where he plans to take up photography. Nancy J . Jarvela 265 Whitney Street Nancy's quiet manner and willingness to lend a helping hand will surely lead her on the road to success in the teaching profession. Best of luck, Nancy. Clubs: Future Teachers of America 1, 2, 3, 43 Band 1, Recent History 3. Janice E. Jaillet 32 Baker Street Janice is one of the happiest girls in the class. She always has a smile and a kind word for everyone. With her winning combination of personality and good looks, we know she'll go far at Steven's Business College next year. Clubs: Drama 4g Basketball 1, 23 Class Basketball 2, Class Volleyball 1, 2, Field Hockey 13 Manager 1, Athletic Association Council. John Wayne J alutkewicz 19 Rock Street Johnny is an avid sports enthusiast and a hard worker. Success is sure to follow him in whatever he may choose to do. 1 aj.. J, Thomas Peter Johnson 30 Foss Road Hitch your wagon to a star. That's what Tom has Leon Alexander J asinski 45 Graham Street Leon's scholastic ability has made him a definite asset to the Math Club this year, and his friendliness has earned him many friends at G. H. S. We are all sure that he will become a very successful electrical engineer. Swimming 2, 33 Math Club 4. done. His diversified talents have earned him such honors as president of the Math Club, co-editor of the Argus and president of Pro Merito. Gardner High School will lose a good man when Tom begins his medical studies next fall in the college of his choice. Argus Business Board 25 Argus Art Board 25 Argus Co- Editor 3, 45 Argus Literary Board 35 Clubs: Chess Treas- urer 3, French 4, Basketball 23 Band, Color Guard 3, 45 Freshman Class Treasurer, Pro Merito Society 3, President 43 Pro Merito Award to the highest ranking sophomore, Senior Play Cast. L f Nathalie H. Kangas Nathalie is a very quiet, likeable girl whose thoughts are turned towards the air. Best of luck to you at airline training school, Nathalie. Eleanor A. Johnston 154 School Street Whenever a need for ushering arises, there you can find Eleanor. She is one of Miss Chaffee's stalwart usherettes. Whether it be a play, concert, or what have you, Eleanor is always on hand to help, she will be a sure success in nursing. Photography Club 4. David Bruce Kanozak 62 Pelley Street success. Photography Club 4. Linda Helen Karkane Pitcherville Road, Hubbardston Linda is a quiet, efficient girl with a pleasant smile and matching personality. Best of luck to you in college, Linda. Argus Business Board 43 Clubs: Drama 4, Pro Merito, Senior Play Committee. Dave is a quiet, likeable fellow whom we will miss next year. His etliciency and pleasant manner insure him of Donna Elizabeth Kauppi 51 June Street Donna with her big brown eyes and long brown hair is a big asset to the scenery at Gardner High. Coach Powers and the girl's athletic team will miss her eiiicient manage- ment. Donna's plan for the future is to become a teacher of science. Girl's Field Hockey 1, 2, 3, 43 Girl's Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4: Class Volleyball 2, 3, Class Softball 33 Pro Merito. Joanne Sandra Kaupplnen 293 Parker Street Joanne's flashing eyes, and friendly hello can cheer you up in a minute. Having been active in everything, Joanne will be especially missed by Coach Powers' hockey team. This peppy cheer-leading co-captain will be surely missed next year. Principal's Cabinet, Class Secretary 35 Argus Business Board 2, 33 Argus Exchange 3, 4, Jayvee Basketball 1, Var- sity Hockey 1, 2, 3, 45 Volleyball 3, Junior Red Cross Rep- resentative 3, Clubs: Ski 2, 3, 45 Secretary 2, 3, 4, French 2, 3, 4g Foreign Policy 33 Senior Play, Athletic Council, Cheerleader Alternate 3, Co-captain 4. 5. '!'.'f'. . vw ,.:3.'.j A 8. 'Q Dana W. Kennan, jr. 108 Glenwood Street Dana is known as one of our foremost debaters, whether the subject be political or historical in nature. Perhaps, this ability and his knowledge of military affairs will help him in the Army. Clubs: Band 2, 3, 4g Foreign Policy 2, 3. Linda Leona Kirby 27 Upsala Street Linda, a good-natured and good-humored student, has gained many friends at Gardner High School. Her pleas- ant personality will carry her to success as a hairdresser. Senior Play Committee. David John Kempi, Jr. Route 2, Westminster Dave is thelucky boy from Westminster with a shiny, red bug, an abundance of humor, and a good deal of ex- perience on the basketball courts. His original crew-cut distinguishes him from other boys, although he insists that it's really not that different. We know that Dave has what it takes to become a success in the college or the technical school of his choice, so keep up the good work and don't forget to smile. Football 2, Clubs: Basketball 1, 3, 45 Ski 3, 4. f Q David M. Keresey 14 Beckey Avenue Dave is a person who will always greet you with a smile. There is usually gaiety and laughter wherever tiger is found. At present Dave is undecided as to his future. Baseball 1, 2, 33 Ski Club 3, 4, Basketball Manager 1, 25 Football Manager 1, 23 Swimming 3. ii Anthony Peter Kraskouskas 19 Nutting Street Tony has proven himself in the classroom and on the gridiron. This staunch football player has been an all- around athlete and is sure to be missed by G. H. S. Football 2, 3, 43 Track 1, 2, 3, 43 Basketball 1, French Club 2, 3. Linda Teresa LaFortune 42 June Street Linda has been a dynamo of energy for the last four years-full of fun and mischief on all occasions. After graduation she plans to become an executive secretary. Clubs: Band 1, 2, 3, 43 Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4g Music 1, 2, 3, 4, Alternate to Girls' State, Senior Play Usherette. Michael Andrew Lafortune 9 48 Osgood Street Michael may be the cause of many disturbances in the classroom, but there is a serious side in his nature. His plans for next year include college, but he's not sure which one. Football 1, 23 Baseball 1, 2, 4, Basketball 1, 2, Clubs: French 2, 4. Arne C. Lahtinen 163 East Road, Westminster After graduation Arne plans to enlist in Uncle Sam's Service. His happy disposition will make life easier for him. Edmond Joseph Laplante 94 Lynde Street Edmond has been much respected for his hard work. He plans to attend a business college after graduation. Donald Richard Laprise 8 Second Street Don is a happy, fun-loving guy who has made many friends at G. H. S. Thus, his personality will win him many new friends at law school. We all wish him the best in the future. Clubs: French 33 Biology 43 Photography 45 Football 2. Sandra Carol Larkin 34 Barthel Avenue Active in many pursuits and especially Scouting, Sandra will be a definite asset to the telephone company when she graduates. Stephen Michael LaRoche 288 Park Street Everyone knows Steve as the quiet young man who thrills us with his musical ability. He plans to study at the New England Conservatory of Music. Clubs: Biology 3, 4g Music 4. Louise Susan Lavallee 69 Nichols Street Louise, one of our commercial students, plans to work in a firm in Gardner. She has earned a reputation for efiiciency at G. H. S. that will follow her wherever she is employed. Argus Business Board 3g Argus Jokes Board 3, 4g Clubs: French 2, 3, 4. Marilyn Ann LaValley 20 Hillside Place This young lady's pleasant charm has won her many friends here at Gardner High School. As her personality is bright, so we are sure her future will be, whatever she chooses to do. Argus Art Board 1g Future Teachers of America 1. Beverly Ann Lawson 373 Parker Street Beverly transferred from Lowell High School this year and has become a popular member of our class. Beverly hopes to enter the nursing field. Joyce Marion LeBlanc 66 Rich Street Joyce's plan is to join her soldier husband in Spain after graduation. No doubt she will have a colorful life. We all hope your plans for the future will come true. -1+ .M . ,g-., 'x 1 . Janice Carol LeClair 79 Lennon Street Jan has been a serious student at G. H. S. and her scho- lastic record proves it. We all wish her the best of luck at college next year. Basketball Manager 15 Clubs: Future Teachers of America 4, Art 1. 43 Biology 4. Oscar Nickolas Lehtonen West Princeton Road, Westminster Oscar's unassuming manner will benefit him a great deal. He is quiet and business-like, and we are sure that he will be very successful in the Army. Pro Merito 3, 4. Timothy J. LeBlanc 35 Moran Street Tim has led a carefree, happy-go-lucky, yet profitable life at G. H. S. After graduation he plans to continue his education at Fitchburg State Teachers College. Track 3, 4g Club: Foreign Policy 4. D, . .3 I 'vh- Margaret Louise Lehoux 127-A Clark Street Peggy is one of those happy-go-lucky girls it's always a pleasure to meet. She always has a pleasant Hi for ev- eryone. Gardner High's loss, however will be Teachers College gain. Elaine M Leppanen East Road Westmlnster Elaine is a pleasant girl with a wide range of interests She has an efficient business like manner which IS evident by her excellent grades Next year she plans to attend a Junior College Class Softball 2 Clubs Richard Vincent Maher 137 Monadnock Street Dick has been the friend of many during his four years at G. H. S. His willingness to work and his ability to have fun insure him of success in the future. Track 2. Argus Jokes Board Basketball 2 3 Class Volleyball 2 3 Drama 4 Pro Memo Senior Play Celia June Lemo Gate House Road Westminster Celia IS another one of our classmates who plans to be a nurse With her efficiency and likeable personality we are sure she will make a good one Best of luck to you at Newton Wellesley Transferred from Westminster Argus Literary Board 4 Argus Write Up Committee 4 Basketball 1 3 4 Clubs Math3 Biology 3 4 Senior Play Foreign Policy 4 Pro Merito 4 Gayle Sheila MacNeill Carter Road Westminster Gayle is well-poised and is always sporting a warm friendly smile. She is efiicient, neat and business-like Softball 15 Glee 15 C. B. News 1. -I-.-'Q' Elaine Lillian Mattila Gardner Road, Hubbardston Elaine, a quiet miss who hails from Hubbardston, has a friendly hello for everyone. With her business-like manner, success will follow her into the future. Best of luck, Elaine. Ill Timothy Albert Matukas 13 Emerald Street Tim will always be remembered for his keen wit and sense of humor as well as for his football ability. 1tisn't everyone who has Tim's flair for finding excitement. His friendliness and adaptability will certainly make him popular at Worcester Trade. Football 1, 2, 3, 43 Basketball Manager 2. Roger E. McAdams Minott Road, Westminster Argus Business Board 4, Usherette for Senior Play Mary C. McNeil 171 Woodland Avenue. Mary has a quiet, pleasing personality and manner. After graduation she plans to become a hairdresser. Swimming 1. Roger deserves a great deal of credit for successfully completing his high school years in spite of the many days he has missed through no fault of his own. Congratula- tions and the best wishes of the class in your future work in drafting. Alfred E. Mercier 426 Airport Road If you see Alphie wandering around the corridors, you can rest assured that he has a good purpose in doing so, as he never does anything without a purpose. He has his sights set on the U. S. Air Force and is sure to succeed in the future. Football 1, 2g French Club 1, 2g Spanish. Gloria J. Michalewicz 64 Harvard Street Gloria is a gay and pleasant person, whose sense of humor will never be forgotten by her classmates. We wish her the best of luck in the future. Argus Business Board 3, 4g Argus Jokes Board 3, 4, Clubs: Future Teachers of America 45 French 3, 4, Drama 35 Class Volleyball 3. Laila Onerva Miettinen 6 Chestnut Street Laila's cheery smile and warm manner have won her many friends at G. H. S. We wish her much luck in her career as a dental hygienist. Argus Business Board 45 Field Hockey 3, Clubs: Math 3, Secretary, French 3, 43 Pro Merito, Secretary. Mary Louise Milosh 52 Vernon Street Mary Lou's competent ways and bright smile will be good medicine for her future patients. Good luck in your chosen career of nursing, Mary Lou! Field Hockey 15 Softball 1, Biology Club 3. John Edward Minns 37 Draper Road John is one of our football, baseball, and dance floor stars. He will leave a big hole in his regular halfback position next year. With his unusual vim and vigor, John will surely be a success in whatever he does. Principal's Cabinet, President 2, Treasurer 35 Football 1, 2, 3, 4, Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4. David Moore 186 Summer Street David has certainly kept busy with his job at Central Auto. Success to you, David, at Worcester Junior College next fall. Dona Marie Morris 4 Ken Drive Dona is one of the tallest, as well as one of the prettiest girls, in the class of '59, She plans to go to the Powers Modeling School in Boston. Her excellent taste in clothes will aid her in her profession. Argus Jokes Board 4, Basketball 23 Senior Play 45 Clubs: Band 25 Chorus 1: Biology 25 Drama 4. i Alexander Fitield Morze 13 Crawford Street Alex is a friendly, good-natured fellow. He will always be remembered for his fine work in the Senior Play. With all his ability he is sure to iind success in the future. Clubs: Stamp 1, 2, Ski 2g Senior Play 4. Surely his life will be the same, a head above the crowd. Clare Elizabeth Neville 66 Glenwood Street We will never forget those beautiful eyes! And with those eyes, a pleasant voice which will be a fine addition to Gardner's crew of telephone operators next year. Junior Red Cross lg Argus Business Board 4. James A. Murphy 404 Park Street J im has kept himself busy at G. H. S. the last four years besides working at Royer's News Agency. After gradua tion he plans to attend Fitchburg State Teachers College. Baseball 1. Paul Edward Nicholls 110 Smith Street Here's to Paul, the tallest member of our class. When- ever you see a head above the crowd, you are seeing him. Ski Club 3, 4. Barbara Ann Nichols 111 Cherry Street Barby will be missed by the band, the hockey team and Ski Club next year. She also has been a help to our Argus staff. Barby plans to enter Skidmore College in the fall. With her smart looks and charming personality, she is bound to be a success. Argus Business Board 2, 3, 4, Argus Exchange 3, 4, Argus News Staff 4, Clubs: Ski 1, 2, 3, 4, French 2, 3, 4, Foreign Policy 35 Band 1, 2, 3, 43 Hockey 2, 3, 4. Helen Inger Ojala North Common Road, Westminster Everybody knows this be-spectacled blonde as a very busy girl, but she always seems to have time to take on an- other activity. We wish Helen the best of luck at Boston University next year. Transferred from Loughlin Junior High, Westminster, Massachusettsg Argus Co-Editor 43 Argus Write-up Com- mittee, Argus Literary Board, Argus Picture Board, Girl's State Representative 33 Clubs: Math 4, Recent History, Pro Merito 3, 4, Senior Play Committee. Patricia Theresa O Leary Box 488 Gardner This pert miss will long be remembered for her cheery smile and her sunny disposition. We are sure Pat will be a success at her career in journalism. Transferred from Westminster 1956. Argus: Business Business Board 33 Basketball 1, 3, 4, Math Club 3, 43 Senior Play. John Peter Olechnicki 78 South Main Street John has been a stalwart athlete at G. H. S. He will surely be missed by Coach Tinker's swimming team and the track team. Next year John plans to further his edu- cation at Worcester Trade School. Swimming 2, 3, 45 Track 2, 3, 4. Robert James Oliva 395 West Street Bob certainly deserves the commendation of all of us. He has gained scholastic distinction at G. H .S. and has held a job at Atter's Market for several years. Becker Junior College will gain a good man when Bob enrolls in September. Baseball 1, 23 Basketball 1, 2, Stamp and Coin Club 1, 2. Carol M. Osterberg 233 Conant Street If you ever need to be humored, look for Ozzie. She will cheer you up at any time of the day. Ozzie has proven to be a fine musician, and with her determination, she will surely climb the musical ladder of success. Argus Business Board 45 Band 1, 2, 3, 4g Dance Band 3, Central District Band 4, Basketball Manager 2, 43 Principal's Cabinet 2, Class Secretary 2. K. Richard A. Paquette 82 Sherman Street Richard has been a welcome addition to the class of '59, This spirited youth plans to enter some branch of the service after graduation. Kathryn J. Parkhurst 39 Sand Street Hats off to another classmate who, despite many set- backs, has demonstrated that success comes to those who will not be denied. Best wishes in the years to come in your work as a medical secretary. Argus Exchange Board 15 Clubs: Art 1, Trampoline lg Drama 43 Basketball 4. George Thomas Perreault 1263 Green Street Working at the Henry Heywood Hospital has taken up much of George's time. Nevertheless, he has found time to contribute to the class of 1959. Next year our best wishes go with him to Worcester Junior College. l We ,iw 't r 1 , ,Q A-V., Peter K. Poikonen 6 Halford Street Peter has been very active during his years at G. H. S. Truly he is an asset to the class of 1959. We will always remember Peter's crew cut and Ivy League clothes. Argus Assistant News Editor 4g Argus Art Board 1, 2, Thomas G. Piascik 347 Pine Street Tom is a quiet friendly fellow who is always willing to help when it is needed. We wish him the best of luck at Worcester Junior College next year. Clubs: Stamp and Coin 1, 2, 3, 4. am 3.4 Q. 3, 4, Argus Business Board 2, 3, 45 Argus Picture Board 2, 3, Argus News Staff 35 Clubs: Art 1, 2, 3, 4, Treasurer 4, Central Massachusetts Interscholastic Press Association Delegate 23 Biology 2, 3, Treasurer 25 French 2, 3, 45 Latin 3, 43 Math 43 Masquers 3, 4, Treasurer 3, 4, Foreign Policy 3g Ski 2, 3, 4, Senior Play Committee 4. Rachel E. Poirier 249 Park Street -.,,,,w' Carlene Ann Poploski 103 Ash Street Carlene, one of our business students, is noted for her very friendly smile and matching personality. She plans to continue her education at Salem State Teachers College. Rachel is a very friendly and reliable girl, who IS always willing to contribute her services to school activities. Her pleasant smile will never be forgotten. After graduation she plans to take a course in practical nursing. Basketball 3. Argus Picture Board 2, 3, Argus Alumni Board 2, 3, 45 ' Clubs: Music 1, 2, 3, Chorus 1, 2, 3, Pro Merito. A 1 4125! James Patrick Powers, jr. 16 West Broadwa Y Here is a man who has planned ahead. He has en- listed in the Marine Corps and his training will start in June. Jim has led a versatile life at G. H. S. We hope he has more of the same with the Marines. Swimming Manager 23 Track, Manager 2: Stage Crew 2, Clubs: Biology 2, 3g Stamp and Coin 2. Karen Louise Reida 119 Pelley Street This pert little miss may she has a serious eye on the future. Next year she is planning to attend Ward's Business School in Worcester. There she will take the Airline Secretarial Course. Argus Business Board 2, 3, 43 Girl's Field Hockey 3, Basketball 4: Clubs: Music 3. Lawrence Donald Popple 43 Hill Street Here he is -the boy who seems to everywhere, every- time. No matter what the event, Larry appears-usually with his camera. It wouldn't seem like a G. H. S. event without Larry's big smile and the big eye of his camera. Larry is undecided about the future, but he is sure to be a a success. Argus Photographer 1, 2, 3, 4, Football Manager 2, 3, 4, Swimming Manager 2, 3, 45 Track Manager 1, 2, 3, 45 Clubs: Band 1, Biology, French 2, 35 Math 4. l Q Jane Ellen Proud 46 Bickford Hill Road This vivacious member of our class has a hidden talent for acting. She intends to follow this career by attending a theater-arts school in Boston. Argus Business Board 1, 2, 3, 4, Clubs: Art 13 Dramat- ics 3, 4. appear carefree and gay, but so Michael D. Reilly 224 W. Broadway Mike is a well-liked student with a variety of interests. Barbara Bethune Reilly 55 Green Street Barbara is a terrific violin soloist. Her musical talents have been enjoyed by the entire student body on many oc- casions. Good luck in your future study of music, Barbara. Softball lg Chorus 3, 45 Drama Club 43 New England Solo and Ensemble Festival 43 Senior Play. He has combined intelligence and hard work to produce a personality which is much envied. Mike plans to enter Clark University to study Diplomacy. Look out Europe, here comes Mike! Football 23 Baseball 25 Swimming 3, lntra-Mural Basket- ball 13 Clubs: Biology, President 3, Recent History, Vice President 35 Foreign Policy 3. Betty Ann Remick Turnpike Road, Westminster Betty with her pleasing personality hails from West- minster. She is always ready with her friendly smile for everybody. Her friends at G. H. S. wish her the best of luck in the future. Varsity Basketball: Clubs: Chorus, Vice President l. Annette Jean Remillard 43 A Street Annette is a sincere, good natured girl. Her pleasing personality will always be remembered by her classmates. After graduation she plans to continue her work in the office at A. 81 P. Corrugated Box Co. Argus: Alumni 2, 3, 43 Picture Board 2, 3, 43 Field Hockey Junior Varsity 1, Field Hockey Varsity 4, Softball 2, 35 Clubs: Chess lg Junior Red Cross Representative, Pro Merito. Eugene Francis Richard 17 Greenwood Street Eugene is a quiet boy, but those who know him best know that he can be a lot of fun, especially on the baseball diamond. We're all sure that whatever Eugene decides to do, he will succeed. az R., David Robert Rocheleau 307 Park Street Dave plans to enter the service upon graduation. With his energy we know he'll go far. Best of luck in the fu- ture, Dave! Richard Frank Renes 10 jonathan Street Dick has certainly proved himself an asset to the bas- ketball team this year. He helped our team on to victory and won the most improved player award voted him by his teammates. Dick's cheerful spirit will definitely make him a friend of all at the college of his choice. Basketball 1, 2, 3, 45 Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4g Argus Weekly 35 Argus Monthly 33 Clubs: Recent History. Barbara Louise Roach 64 Central Street Barb is a well-liked girl around G. H. S.-always neat, and quiet. We are sure that whatever Barb does after graduation will turn out successfully for her. Argus Write-Up Committee 43 Junior Red Cross. Walter A. Romanson 105 Conant Street Walt-the practical man of our class, is also one of our most ardent skiers. With his quiet, easy-going manner, we're sure he'll be a success next year at the University of Massachusetts. David Walter Rushia 53 Ryan Street David always has a welcoming word for everyone. Everyone at Gardner High is going to be sorry to see him leave, but he'll be a great asset to Uncle Sam's Air Force. Chorus 3. Ronald E. Rogers 29 Cleveland Street Ron, one of the members of the G. H. S. Swimming Team, has been a great asset to G. H. S., as well as the Class of 1959. His team spirit and swimming ability has made him a favorite on the team. All his classmates wish him the best for the future. Varsity Swimming 1, 2, 3, 45 Track 1, 25 Cross Country 2. Allan Michael Ruckey 469 West Broadway Allan is a fun-loving young man who is going to con- tinue his schooling at Worcester Trade. We wish him the best of luck and success in the future. Swimming 4. Doris H. St. Hilaire 16 Barthel Avenue Doris is one of our business students. With ber abili- ties and pleasant personality, she is sure to be a success in the business world. Argus Business Board 43 Argus Jokes Board 3, 43 Clubs: French 3, 43 Dramatic 33 Senior Play Committee. Albert N. Sanford Leino Park, Westminster Albert has been voted the handsomest by his classmates. His good looks and friendly manner will aid him in the fu- ture. Albert plans to continue his education at Worcester Trade School next year. Basketball 2, 33 Baseball 2, 3. Frank Gary Scarale Route 2, Westminster Gary is planning to attend Stevens Business College and then join the Air Force. When he gets out, his fa- ther's furniture business will be waiting for him. Elizabeth Louise Shimkunas 17 Memorial Street, Baldwinville This perky, young miss played Ginger in the Senior Play and certainly did a fine job. We predict she'll do well at the dramatic school of her choice. Clubs: Dramatics 3, 43 French 43 Senior Play. - -W, if Charles Leonard Smith Smith Avenue Our handsome basketball co-captain has very ably led our team this year and also helped greatly on the football team. His cheerful, friendly, carefree personality is only one reason Why Bud is so well liked at G. H. S. Basketball 2, 3, 4, Co-Captain 45 Football 4. Bradley H. Smith Main Street, Westminster Bradley is an active member of the radio club. He is one of the more quiet members of our class. We all wish him the best in the Air Force. Transferred from Westminster in 1956, Clubs: Radio 1. Helen Ann Smith 52 Minott Street This blonde little miss has been well liked by her class- mates. Helen has been very active in sports and the band. After graduation, she plans to go to Fisher Junior College. Principal's Cabinet 1, Basketball 2, 3, Class Volleyball 1, 2, 3, 4, Clubs: Band 1, 2, 3, Trampoline 23 Music 1, 2. Sanna Marie Sorila West Main Street, Westminster Sanna has written an outstanding scholastic record at G. H. S. She is always well dressed, full of fun, and is ad- mired by her classmates. San plans to attend North- eastern after graduation where she will probably be a leader in her class. Transferred from Loughlin Junior High School, West- minster, Massachusetts. Argus Business Board 3, 4, Ar- gus Literary Board 4, Argus reporter for Math Club 43 Varsity Basketball 1g Junior Varsity Basketball 35 Clubs: Math 3, 4, Foreign Policy 3, Biology 3g Pro Merito 3, 45 Sen- ior Play Committee. Raymond A Stewart 353 State Road Westminster Ray transferred from Notre Dame to G H S during the middle of his sophomore year Notre Dame s loss was our gain for Ray certamly proved himself particularly on the football field Football 3 4 Richard Harry Stowell 384 Mill Street Dick, who has been noted for his haircut and cheerful smile, has had his extracurricular activities shortened by working afternoons at Whalen's Market. At present he is undecided about the future. Track 2, 33 Latin Play 2. Lawrence G Stanley 158 Graham Street Larry has been one of G H S s scientific students for ever present in Mr Baker s lab Next year Larry plans to major in biology at the University of Massachusetts Clubs Biology 2 3 Radio 4 'H Kenneth William Stone 49 Abbott Street Ken is another one of our gridmen who will be missed next year. He intends to join the Air Force after grad- uation. Track 1 2' Football 1 2 3 4. 9 Robert W. Streeter 8 Wright Street Bob is a very colorful figure around G. H. S. especially as the Color Guard Commander. After graduation Bob plans to enter Uncle Sam's Navy. We all know he will wear his new uniform proudly. Argus Business Board 4g Color Guard Commander 2, 3, 4. Paul S. Tarmasewicz Main Street, Westminster Paul is a happy-go-lucky person. He is always smiling g and joking. Paul plans to become a teacher of history and government. Football 29 Recent History Club. Martha Jane Taylor 57 Lovewell Street Jan, the petite jeune Elle of the class of '59, is a quiet girl with an efiicient, studious-like manner. With her si- lent, put pleasing personality, she is destined for success at Green Mountain College. Argus News Staff 3g Cheerleader 2, Co-Captain 3g Clubs: Math 45 French 4. Karole Anne Thompson West Main Street, Westminster Karole has been with us for three years, during which time she has taken part in many school activities. She will surely be a success in Business College. Transferred from Westminsterg Argus Business Board 43 Clubs: Music lg Chorus lg Biology 4g Glee 1. 4 Q k Anne Marie Treml 112 Prospect Street Richie, quiet and unassuming, is one of the best friends you could hope to have. This coming summer, she plans to go to California. With her neat appearance, she has a good start toward an interior decorating career. Argus Business Board 43 Argus Jokes Board 45 Clubs: Drama 3, 4. Gene L. Trudel 28 Central Street Gene has certainly led an active life as a student at Assumption Prep and Gardner High. To become a store manager is his fondest ambition. Basketball 2, 3g Football 2. Nancy Gladys Tkaczyk 15 Greenwood Place This pretty miss always has a pleasant smile for every- one. Next year she plans to work in an oflice. May luck and happiness be yours, Nancy. Argus Business Board 4. Joyce May Tresback 8 Wickman Drive Where there is laughter, there is Joyce. This ardent sports enthusiast will always havea warm smile and a cheerful hello for everyone. Joyce plans to work for a year before continuing her education. Argus Business Board 45 Field Hockey 1, 2, Softball 1, 2, Basketball 1, 2, 3, 45 Volleyball 2, 3, 4g Senior Play Committee. Dorothy A. Vadney 40 Moran Street Dot has great plans for being the manager at a Dairy Bar in Templeton. We know she will succeed, for she has a charming personality and is able to make friends very easily. Gloria Jean Valia 143 Leamy Street This friendly girl has won many friends at G. H. S. She has been extremely lucky having traveled all over the country. We wish her the best of luck in the future. Transferred from Lebanon High School, Lebanon, New Hampshire, and Mark Keppel High School, Monterey Park, California. 2 Albert Vallee, J r. Williamsville Road, Hubbardston Albert has many interests among which is a flare for swimming. We wish him the best of luck when he joins the U. S. Marines. Swimming 2, 3. Andre Fernan Valois, jr. 176 Central Street Although Andre has not received much notice, he cer- tainly has been a great help in the photography depart- ment of the Argus. Football 1, 2g Basketball Manager 1, 2, 35 Track 2. David C. VonDette 25 Glenwood Street David is a serious young man who has his eyes set on college. We hear that he also has definite plans to spend a few years in Europe. Argus: Business Board 4, Alumni Board 3, 43 Clubs: Biology 2, Drama 1, Art 3. Robert E. Weeks, Jr. 129 Elm Street Bob is just another proof that athletic ability and scho- Herve N. Vezina, Jr. 131 Graham Street Here's a boy always ready with a smile and an offer to give you a lift home. We are sure he'll make a good insurance man, with his friendly smile and cheery word. James Allan Warakois 90 Temple Street This blond trumpet player has been an asset to the G. H. S. band for the past four years. His scientific ability and perseverence will do well for him in the electronics field. Band 1, 2, 3, 43 Clubs: Photography 13 Radio 1, 2, 3, Track 2, 3. lastic power coincide. He has proven himself on the grid- iron many times as he helped Coach Dubzinski's team become the Central Mass. champion. As an avid member of the math club, Bob is tackling higher mathematics in hopes that some day he will be teaching it. We are all sure that Bob will bring many honors to Gardner High as he enters the University of New Hampshire next year. Football 1, 2, 3, 45 Baseball 1, 2, 3. 43 Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4, Math Club 45 Senior Play Committee. Blanche Elizabeth Wesockes 197 Pine Street Blanche plans to continue her secretarial career at the Gardner Trust Company. Her attractive and quiet busi- ness-like manner will be assets to her. Argus Business Board 43 Volleyballg Junior Red Cross Representative 3. J une Lee Whiting 301 Elm Street June is interested in police work after graduation. This lively young miss will make an excellent police woman. Art Club 4. Geraldine Sheila Wick 23 Barthel Avenue Gerry has been a tremendous aid as cashier in the cafe- teria. It will not be the same without her. Gerry has also kept herself busy with two Jobs after school. Next year she plans to go into secretarial work. Junior Red Cross Representative. Curtis Edward Wickman 35 Jean Street Curtis is one of the quiet members of the class. Though his plans for the future are indefinite, we wish him the very best of luck. Argus Jokes Board 43 Math Club 3, 4. Richard Walter Winter Davis Road, Westminster Dick joined us from Westminster and has been a prom- inent figure in Mr. Bowden's Foreign Policy Club Best of luck at Worcester Junior College next year, Dick. Argus Business Board 4g Student Government Day Al- ternate 4g Clubs: Foreign Policy 3, Math 3, Radio 4. JoAnne Woodward Carter Road, Westminster JoAnne, one of our Westminster students, is sure to ful- fil her wishes-joining the United States Navy for Women. Her pleasant personality humor will be remembered. Transferred from Loughlin Junior High, Westminster, Massachusetts, 1956, Junior Red Cross Representative 2g Chorus 1, 3. Judith Pauline Wilcox Main Street, Westminster Judy is a busy girl. She's always hurrying here and there, so as not to be late for her next engagement. If she is not cheering the boys on to victory, she will be aiding the girl's basketball team up the ladder of success. Judy will surely be an asset to the college of her choice. Basketball 1, 2, 3, 43 Class Volleyball 2, 33 Cheerleader 3, 4, Trampoline Club 2. 0 Richard James Wolanski 485 Pleasant Street Richie is one of Gardner High's baseball heroes. He enjoys baseball more than any other sport. His casual manner and winning ways make Richie a good person to know. He plans to go to college at the University of Massachusetts next year. Argus Write-Up Committee 4, Baseball 1, 2, 3, 43 Clubs: Math 3, 45 Treasurer 3, 4, French 35 Foreign Policy 3, Recent History 4. and her wonderful sense of Holly Louise Zetterberg 52 Washington Street Holly is one of the quieter girls around the school. She takes her studies seriously and conscientiously, but you can always find her when Gardner High is playing a football, basketball or baseball game. Field Hockey 2, 35 Class Volleyball 1, 35 Senior Play Committee. Faith Enid Zager 81 Edgell Street Faith is a serious minded girl with bundles of energy. Her cheerful voice can be heard many times throughout the day. Next year she plans to direct her attention to Boston University, where she will major in education. Argus Business Board 1, 2, 35 Advertising Manager 35 Argus Literary Board 45 Argus Art Board 3, 4, Editor 45 Clubs: Drama 1, 2, 3, 45 Biology 25 French 3, 45 Math 3, 45 Music 1, 2, 3, 45 Chorus 1, 25 Band 1, 2, 3, 4. little Q95wr5 Spurfff W XX Q? QA Ki-Jffkil Sports In RSVIGW I958 I959 U gays gpotts FOOTBALL Our football team w1l1 long be re membered as one of the most outstand lng unlts ever to perform for Gardner Hlgh School Dxsregardmg the1r un defeated record of mne w1ns the W1ldC3tS won the respect and ad mlratxon of people by dlsplaymg con stant team effort and a never endmg desire to wm Teamwork was the one contrlbutmg smgle factor m the Wlldcats perfect season There were no 1nd1v1dual stars on thls team Thls they ran the1r power packed plays Instead there was an mdescrlbable spmt among the boys that brought them vlctory after vlctory They fought to vlctory from behlnd and when they were ahead they remamed ahead by playmg hard football Fltchburg Hlgh was the first poten tlal threat to the Wxldcats record The arch rlvals were determmed to stage an upset but the Cats were not to be denled vlctory as they pounded out a 320 score over the Red and Gray Two Weeks later on November 1 Nashua lnvaded Stone Fleld for what was to be one of the most thrnllmg schoolboy clashes nn the Commonwealth The Wlldcats were undefeated untled and unscored on However they were consldered an underdog aga1nst a powerful mam moth S1ZCd Nashua eleven whlch had the d1st1nct1on of bemg one of the better Class Afootball teams Nashua drew first blood when they scored ln the first perlod thus knockmg the Wlldcats out of the unscored on ranks Nashua falled to score the extra point and the half ended w1th Nashua lead mg by a score of 60 In the second half the Wlldcats demonstrated con floor In the last perlod the Cats roared to tally twlce and the final score was 136 Leommster was then the pr1nc1pal rema1n1ng obstacle to an undefeated season The Blue Devlls played brllllantly 1n a very close game However the1r attempt to dethrone the W1ldC3tS was ln valn The final score was Gardner 6 Leommster 0 and the Cats contmued the1r wlnnmg ways on to an undefeated season After the season Gardner placed seven players on the North Worcester County All Star team Bob Weeks Walter Dubzmskl Jr Paul Hagen Bob D111 Norman Beaureguard Ed Nob- rega and John M1nns were selected to the first team Gardners second team was glven honorable mention I was evident in the manner in which clusively that they could get off the THE ARGUS Wh1Ch IS suiiiclent evldence of the Wlldcats football ablllty Our teams greatest asset IS 1ts coachmg staff conslstmg of head coach Walter Dubzmskl and asslstant coaches Martm Anderson and Robert Duncan They have demonstrated re markable talents 1n developlng top notch ball players Their knowledge of the game and thelr rnexhaustable patience has been the prrmary factor ln the success of the team BASKETBALL The basketball team terminated thelr season w1th a record of seven w1ns and ten defeats The team s sea sonal record 15 very mxsleadmg due to several games which were lost by only a few points The Wlldcats led by co captams Bud Smith and John Aw dyckl never lost heart when trallmg the opposxtlon They gave every game their utmost in some of the most thrlllmg basketball games ever wrtnessed by Gardner fans Now let us YEVICW some of the thrill mg hlghllghts of the season The Cats first big victory was over a hlghly rated Notre Dame team in wh1ch Gardner edged out the Cru saders by score of 4847 Th1S was the first vxctory ever scored over Notre Dame ln basketball and xt was certalnly a relished V1Ct0I'Y In the next game Gardner lost a squeaker to Fxtchburg by a score of 51 50 Games such as these were thorns in the Wlldcats claws The score had been 29 27 at halftlme ln favor of Fitchburg Gardners next heart breaker was a 5348 loss to Leomlnster who had won 22 consecutive games and won the North County Champlon shlp Other heartbreakers were Gard ners 6765 loss to Athol rn overt1me and a 5349 loss to St Bernard s Hugh scorer of the season was Bud Smlth wlth 166 pomts John Awdyckl and Walter Dubzrnskl were close be hmd ln the scormg category Rlchxe Renes and Ken Aho who got off to a slow start performed well late IH the season Hlgh scorer Bud Smrth was selected to the North Worcester County All Star team The prospects for next season are very brlght Led by co captams Tommy Ryan John Awdyckx and Walter Dubzlnskl the Cats should have a banner year wrth a veteran squad returning Bud Smlth Ken Aho Dave Kempl and RlChl6 Renes are the only senlors Much credlt should be glven to coach Joseph Blshop and Jun1or Var sity coach James Haverty for therr hard work and the knowledge that they have given to the boys Coach Blshop has won the respect of the student body and his team IH hrs first year of coaching at Gardner H1gh SWIMMING Gardner H1gh's Swimming Team ended another successful season wlth seven wins and three defeats m dual meets They also captured the State Champlonshlp wh1ch offers plenty of competxtxon The tankmen placed fifth m the Brown Interscholastrcs and nmth IH the New England lnterscho lastlc champlonshlp meet Outstandlng performer for Coach Tinker throughout the season was Dlck Kuskl Kuskr won the State . . . . . , . . . . , . . . 1 . , , . . - ' 1 . . . , . . . , . , . - 1 1 - 1 1 1 1 u ' 77 ' ' ' . - 1 1 . . . , ' 1 . 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THE ARGUS backstroke and 1nd1v1dual medley champxonshlps He set a new back stroke record for the State Meet Dicks time of 1022 set m the State Meet IS also a new Gardner Hxgh School record for this event The tlme of 1036 had stood for twenty years before K11sk1 bettered lt The medley relay whlch Won the State Hugh School Champ1onsh1p this year consisted of Jack Tinker Denms Erickson Glenn Theodore and Bob Krasawskx At the New England Interscholastlc Meet held at the Umversxty of Conn ectlcut Dlck KllSkl placed first in the backstroke event The freestyle relay quartet Cocaptaln Bob Dill Gerry Richardson Bob Krasawskl and Don lund placed tenth among nlneteen swxmmers 1n the 150 yard lndxvldual medley Don Diemdowxcz finished tenth an the 100 yard freestyle The Wildcat medley relay of KIISKI Theo- dore Rlchardson and Erlckson took fifth place Cranston High won the meet w1th a total of 52 points Under the coachmg of John Tmker the Wlldcats have held the1r own with the best swimmers ln New England This IS due largely to the fine coachmg of Mr Tinker Next year the Wildcat tankmen will be looklng forward to another success ful season Leadmg the swlmmers will be co captains Gerry Richardson and Denms Erickson who succeed Bob D111 and Norman Beauregard Qvzls gpofzts BASKETBALL The Lady Wildcat s basketball team completed one of thelr most successful seasons this year winning eleven games and losmg only two Their op ponents included Leommster Mahar Regional Cushmg Academy St Ber nard s Narragansett Keene and Athol Their losses were suffered at the hands of Narragansett and Cushmg However they defeated Narragansett the second t1me they met and they de feated their number one rival Keene by scores of 4831 and 68-42 The lat FIELD The glrls field hockey team com pleted a successful season w1th a record of five wins three losses and four tles Thelr r1vals were Mahar Re gxonal Wachusett Regional Leomln ster Cushmg Academy and Athol They were defeated by Keene twlce ter was the gurls best scorlng effort of the season The J V team also had an lmpres sive record conslstmg of elght wlns and three losses If thesel V players return to the team next year the Lady Wildcats should have another suc cessful season even though they will be losmg seven semors thls year The seniors leavmg the team are Cella Lelno Pat OLeary Joyce Tresback Donna Kauppl Barbara Davldowlcz Dolly Desmond and L1ll1an Dolran HOCKEY and Wachusett Regional Their losses to Keene were both due to goals scored ln the final minutes of play After losmg to Wachusett by a score of 20 the Lady Wildcats fought back to a 1 1 tie ln their second encounter Most of the games were close and . , . 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IT S SMART to lzne up yob zntervzews well zn advance of graduatzon And one of the best places I know to con tact zs the Telephone Company Several of us from my graduating class are workzng here and every one of we oves zt ' -re ,ia Telephone Jobs are Important ones We have our own tralmng pro- gram which you can enter wlthout any prevlous Job experxence The pay IS good and you ll get regular ralses Why not come and see our employ ment mtervlewer soon before you graduate Ask the Guldance Counselor at your school to tell you when and where to apply NGLAND TELEPHONE 81 TELECRAPH CUMPANY Help our advertisers who have helped us BECKER JUNIOR COLLEGE Busmess Adm1n1strat1on and Secretarlal Sclence A CAREER SCHOOL OF BUSINESS WORCESTER MASSACHUSETTS Assoclate m Sclence degree PROGRAMS OF STUDY Accountmg Executlve Secretarnal Busmess Admlmstratlon Medlcal Secretarlal Retall Merchandlsmg Transfer prwzleges with many leadzng colleges PLACEMENT SERVICE C tlg 61S St t PL58677 Modern Methods Samtary Condltlons Newest Equlpment Pasteurzzed Mzlk Irradzated Vztamzn D Mzlk Cream Ice Cream Gardner Creamery 287 Central St Phone 335 Help our advertlsers who have helped us OF COEDUCATIONAL - DORMITORIES - ATHLETICS a a o on request ree - Te Ga1'dner's Most Progresswe 93 1 238 795 265 3640 W 2695 205 303 1075 Insurance Agents Magnus A Carlberg Ralph E Gates Greenwood Bros Otto Hakkmen Insurance Agency R J Roblchaud Insurance Agency Leo P LaChance Lashua 8z Beauregard Insurance Mullaney 8z Brown Ins Agency C F Rlchardson 8z Co Inc 1742 W John S Smlth Ins Agency 1098 Herve N Vezlna GO FIRST TO 60011 0W PEARSO 'S fardnerk Sfqopmy Gvnler ELEVEN SELLING FLOORS WITH CLOTHING AND ACCESSORIES FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY EVERYTHING FOR THE HOME TOO' Help our advertlsers who have helped us . I. . . u e ' o a I f o . . I, . Q ' o n, Q . . o u 4 Q , Q - I J RICHARD O NEIL CO OFFICIAL SCHOOL CLASS RING .IE WELERS .I RICHARD ONEIL CO Nlchols 81 Stone C0 The Home of Wmdsor Chazrs 9 5 CAMBRIDGE 39, MASS. O Compliments of 0'Hearn Manufacturing Co. Colomal F urmture PkSt Gd A 81 P Corrugated Box Corp Gardner, Massachusetts Manufacturers of Corrugated Shzppmg Corztamers and Dzsplays Hlp drt hh hp 252 ar er reet ar ner, Mass. o 205 School St. e oura ve isersw o ave 1 dus. 0 W Slebert Company Gardner, Massachusetts Manufacturers of Baby Carrlages and Strollers Doll Carrxages and Strollers J uvemle Padded Goods Gardner Auto Co , Inc. Ford Sales and Servzce 486 Chestnut St Tel 490 Help our advertlsers who have helped us I O Velocipedes and Sidewalk Bikes I5I:KNAGAN'S BUS LINES Spec al Bu e for Picnic and Part Work Reaso ab e Rates Tel 1146 or 1763 General port hop Complete l1ne of Sportlng Equlpment Telephone 620 96 Mam Street Hubbard Movers Furnrture Planos Machmery Local and Long Dzstance Movmg Leonard S Hubbard Mgr Tel 383 8: 146 Rear 114 Monadnock St HIIYALSTEAM HEATER fll ESTABLISHED 1 889 HEATING PLUMBING SPRINKLER SYSTEMS OIL BURNERS Help our advertisers who have helped us i s s ' ' y . n 1 . . l I 1 Q - l H l O O I . . . . . . I , I U C - Q - - 1 - I - - 1 - QBQMAIN ST. GARDNER 1 Q l I l - . I KELLY BROS., INC. Established 1889 Incorporated 1918 Manufacturers of Maple Living Room Furniture Colher Keyworth Company Manufacturers of Office Chair Irons Foldmg Go Carts Baby Carnage Hardware Kumholm Mfg. Co The Gardner Dally News Is the only newspaper pubhshing all news of aCtlVlt1eS 1n the Gardner ball baseball basketball and other sporting events Also soclal events Help our ad e t se s h h e helped us 1 0 High School. Special reports of foot- 9 9 9 v ri r w 0 av . LESLIE S INC Your Kodak Dealer Headquarters for Motlon Plcture Equlpment Books Phonograph Records Estabrook Shaeffer and Parker Pens and Pencnls Eaton Fme Wrxtmg Papers 50 Parker Street Phone 1325 Where Gardner Buys Its Greetmg Cards C B KENDALL CO Smce 1874 FUEL OILS QQ GAS Authorzzed Dealers OIL HEATING 79 Pearson Blvd Phone 1500 MANUFACTURERS OF TRACTOR ATTACHMENTS Hubbardston Mass U S A ORIGINATORS OF THE HYDRAULIC TRACTOR MOUNTED BACK HOE People s Ice and Coal Co. Ice Coal Wood Kerosene and Fuel O11 Truckmg and Furniture Movmg O11 Burner Sales and Servlce 73 City Hall Ave Tel 489 W 2435 Help our advertxsers who have helped us WHIH'R0 Corporation Truck Kc Car Rental U Haul Trazler Rental COLUMBUS AUTO SALES and SERVICE STATION C l 8x k We Buy and Sell Used Cars Lee Tlres Exlde Batterles 5 Mlnute Maglc Car Wash Complete Motor Tune up Brake Servlce 437 Mann Street Opposite O W Slebert Co Tel 1487 Complzments of ADOLPH S MEAT HOUSE Chozce Meats 0penWed Frz9AM 9PM Sat9AM 6PM Hatton Prlntlng Co , Inc Complete Letterpress 62 Offset Servzce Catalogs Broadsxdes Folders Circulars Booklets House Organs Forms Reports Letterheads Dnsplays Tlckets Labels -2 J JEWELER Opposite Orpheum Theatre Gardner Telephone 1180 Help our advertisers who have helped us Ray o umbus Chuc Kemp I 7 I 0 ' .0 0 0 ' 0 0 u 0 0 ' 1 a O O O I f H1' For Togs For Teens Come to 0764 La Chance Televlson Sz Appllance 4 Maln Street Gardner Massachusetts T I ph 1930 1931 Amoco Servlce Statlon Guy Sharron Prop Speclalxzmg ln Electromc Wheel Balancmg Motor Tune up and all Mmor Repalrs Whlte Gas 578 Maln St Tel 92 Comm BALL Commfw FINE FUIQNITUIQE FUD OVEIQ A CENTUIQV Help our advertisers who have helped us. I I If ' mes from Rose's it's good and h p ' ' 'ght. C O 0 9 es o o . , , . . . . . . , - , Rlchard s Jewelry Store Colonxal Hotel Buxldmg Te 2722 45 Pleasant St SPECIAL OFFER The Popular New Teen Age Guzde T o THE ART OF DATING B D E ely M D u Gardner s Excluswe Keepsake Jeweler L1lly Varnlsh Company Gardner Mass Stazns Fzllers Lacquers Enamels Varmshes Thomas Brazell Wholesale Dealer of Malt Beverages Try our extra dry Gznger Ale It costs less than some others 201 Pleasant St Gardner Mass Bolster O11 Company, Inc CITIES SERVICE 140 South Maln Street Gardner Mass Tel 1415 For a Treat or a Snack for Toys 81 Sporting Goods Visit Gerroir's Play Land 403 Parker St. Open Evenings Gardner Heli? our advertlsers who have helped us - - l T 1 Q - - ' 9 . . . l. . as an y r. v n . uva , . C I - - 1 N i 0 0 , o I I I . . - . Q - 1 1 - O , I I H I H 1 ! o 0 a 9 - - . G. H S 1958 1959 Semor Class P1 eszdent Thomas Leavltt Vzce Preszdent Sharon Bllss Treasurer Edward N obrega Secretary Chrlstlne Nyman Jumor Class Preszdent Russell Hoag Treasurer Stanley Gemborys Secretary Elame Stanley Sophomore Class Preszdent John Tlnker Vzce Preszdent Lorna Eddy Treasurer Ph111p Goguen Secretary Irene St John Freshman Class Preszdent Jeffrey Heywood Vzce President Beverly H111 Treasurer Leopold Blanchard Secretary Cheryl H111 Help our advertlsers who have helped us 0 0 ' Vice-President Carol Cunningham Homeowner's Package Policies Life Insurance Automobile ure Tel 948 W Leo LEO REPONEN S INSURANCE AGENCY Established 1929 63 Parker Street Gardner Massachusetts J C Penney Company, Inc Your frzendly famzly Shoppzng Center Gardner 29 Pleasant Street Mass VALLEY FLORIST Servzce Fzrst Qualzty Always P 0 Box 177 Tel 2950 Gardner Mass BEN NCR COMPANY Gardner s Good Wall Furnzture Dealer ByC Op tveB kSh Chan' Town Co operatlve Bank 74M Str t Tl 171 HOWE BROS Hay Gram Lame 8: Cement Help our advertrsers who have helped us F. Leo R. 9 ! O O I cc ' ' ' as Q o 0 , Q I , O O - - Parents, Prepare now for the future education of your child. u o- era i an ares. Shares always on sale. O O I I aiu ee e . - - 1 l - - O s 1 Complete Insurance Service t S Hunt1ng s Sunoco Statlon Sunoco Products Tlres Batterles and ACCQSSOFICS 207 E Broadway South Gardner Tel 1350 Jerry s Cleaners Westminster Pharmacy Cleaning Presslng and Dyeing John J Savage Reg Ph All Cleaning Guaranteed Phone Tr 4 5812 Two Hour Servlce at Our Plant 52 M3lH St WCStH1lHStCf Mass M3111 Stl-ggt Westminster Phone Tr 4 2317 Walkonen Auto Body Shop TOWING REPAIRING PAINTING w :st G a Tel 3644 CEMETERY MEMORIALS SINCE 1869 Blbeau Hardware Co , Inc Hardware P t d Wallp p SARGENT MONUMENT AL 407 Chestn tSt G d Tel 149 59 61 P rke St Tl 718 GRANITEQMARBLE Lette ng Ce etene Sales Photographs Chalr Clty Photo Co J H Davenport 8z Son, Inc Utzlzty Gas Complete Gas Service 65 Parke St t Help our advertlsers who have helped us I , I . , . Compliments of , . . , . . 0 , I . . 179 es ., ar ner . Electrical 49 Plumbing Supplies ain s an a er u ., ar ner . - a r . e . ri in m ' s I l I O O I r ree Denney Mfg Co , Inc 129 So Main Street Upholstered Furmture Smart s Pharmacy, Inc Beach Company, Inc For Your Drug Needs The Store That B l Prescrlptlons u1 t Pearson Blvd Gardner 6 C Motor Parts SCFVICC 40 East Broadway Complunents of Corey Sz Lothrop 316 Central Street Francls H LeBlanc 21 Pleasant Street Gardner Lawyers WCStm1nSt6f Crackers smce 1828 Dawley 81 Shepard, Inc Westmmster BROWN AND LEE, INC. 450 Chestnut Street Gardner, Mass. SHORT RUN SCREW MACHINE PRODUCTS oUR SPECIALTY Ph n G dn 474 Help our advertlsers who have helped us - I I I Manufacturers of Compliments of 9 Raymond A. LaFortune Reg. Phar. I 26 entral Street O O o e ar er Let one call do at all Parady s Cleaners 184 Pearson Blvd We launder our own shzrts Garbose Metal Co G R Ggdfyey Cgmpany Scrap Iron and Metal ct The Prmcess Purse Summer St Tel 446 W 2539 QUALITY CLOTHING IN LARGE SELECTIONS CLIPPER CRAFT CLOTHES F LORSHEIM SHOES KUPPENHEIMER CLOTHES ARROW SHIRTS TIES UNDERWEAR BOTANY CLOTHES INTERWOVEN SOCKS STETSON HATS MCGREGOR SPORTSWEAR 8 Parker St Garbose Bros Gardner DESOTO PLYMOUTH Sales and Service At Everyday Low Przces 24 Hour Road Servzce Hzgh Qualsty Foods Hvmgas Bottled GHS 32 34 East Broadwa 21 Summer St Gardner Tel 612 y Gardner Mass T l 1530 W Ray s Dlner A Good Place To Eat Corner of Parker and Graham Streets Ph1l1p A Bjurllng Smlth Funeral Home, Inc 69 Vernon St Gardner Mass Tel 77 W Help our advertlsers who have helped us 9 Manufa urers of W00d'S Garage So. Gardner Food Market , 0 Johnny s Motor Sales Sales Sgfflfffxr Servlce Ask the Man Who Owns One 196 Maln St J Kraskouskas Prop Tel 1845 Columbus 85 Berg Inc DHVIS Hardware Co Buzlders Hardware Pamts Rubbermald Goods Millwork Garden Supplles 161ch1 s G d Tl 1709 Tel N0 111 and 112 Gardner Pharmacy Lloyd B Wmlck, B S Reg Pharmacist Tel 201 Corner Parker 81 Nlchols Streets Gardner Mass Plne Street Lunch Rousseau Shoe Store J h E Glf 15 Pme Sr Tel 71 Y G d L d Stanton Hoag Prop ar Stlzsstjge mg 316C trlSt G d Ph 10 BOWL AWAY AT THE BOWL A WAY Automatlc P1n Setters Gardner s Newest and Fznest Recreatzon Gardner Uff1C6 Supply Co Headquarters for Portable Typewrlters Telephone 414 6 Pleasant Street Help our advertnsers who have helped us l I I W 1 - I 1 9 I S B KK Q! . o s , o a I 1 I O I 7 0 U . . esea t., ar ner e . ' ' I C I O I I O . , . H W O - o n . i o . U ' 0 , . , . en a . ar ner, Mass. one9 1 I - 1 I I . . , . . ,J 1 I I 1 l o 0 O 2 N . Chauftown Lumber Co Everythmg for Bulldlng 017' Barthel Ave Tel 333 Modern Music Shoppes 16 Ma1n Street Gardner House of Muslc 175 Mann Street Fltchburg Fontame Bros , Inc Maple and Bedroom Chairs Greetmg Cards Records G d New and Used Muslcal Instruments Rousseau Bros Mfg Co , Inc Broadway Soda Shop MHC S DYIVC 11111 featurlng seal Test Ice Cream Italian Club Sandwlches Hot Pastroml Sandwlches TASTYLUNCHES F ned Clams and Scallops 0pen until 10 00 P M South Gardner 28 Umon Sqare Tel 1404 5K iitES2'v'wSNi1E2.'l,fL'ZANY KEROSENE FURNACE AND RANGE OILS TELEPHONE 197 36 WRIGHT STREET Complzments of Gem Crlb and Cradle Co Baby's Best Bed Buzlders Help our advertlsers who have helped us 0 I O O 9 Manufacturers of I ar ner, Massachusetts . Compliments of o o o o , O Charles Olivari - Owner . - 9 0 O NAP S TV 8: APPLIANCE Sales 62 Servzce RCA Phllco Frlgldaxre Wh1flp001 Bacon St Tel Westrnmster 4 5462 CARROLL ,ggg COSMETICS JOHN B CARBONE 8r C0 NAT,,,N,,LLy ADVERTISED CHOICE FRUITS a VEGETABLES t Clgars Tobacco and Grocenes Tel 1474 44 Mail St 9 Parker St Gardner Worcester County Electrlc Company Tel 63 17 West Lynde GARDNER J AYCEES Sponsoring Youth Actw tzes Weekly Jaycee Hops Basketball Banquet Furmture Packing Pads Troop 3 Scouts Post 3 Chick BOX Pads Teen Age Road e-o Jlmlor Golf Jumor Tenms Papex Kleanpack P1110 Pak Volce of Democracy Young Men of Action 30 Summer St Gardner Mass Rod's Auto Electrlc Power Lawnmowers Garden Equlpment Sales 8: Servlce 85 Jean St Tel 357 Custom 8z Modern Upholstermg Co The C 8: M Lme 158 Mam Street Tel 2485 Help our advertlsers who have helped us 1 1 i 2 N 9 0 . . . . . . O O - , l I I Paten Medicines, Cosmetics and ' Home Needs at S 'ng Prices to y . , I l S O H a o a Q . 1 sc n u ' as ' ' s - I I I u - n . Each serzal share pazd at S1 00 per month matures at S200 00 Gardner Co operatlve Bank 33 Pleasant Street Gardner Mass ATTER S Super Market 212 218 W t St T l 887 BETTY S FLOWER SHOP 297 Central St Gardner Mass Tel 1153 W Up to the mznute stylzng an Flowers for all occaszons Compliments of Chalr C1ty Press M1meograph1ng J ob and Dufault Funeral Home Commerc1alPr1nt1ng Tel 302 180 g dSt T 1 2164 O'C0nnell Ins Agency 320 Central Street Help our advertisers who have helped us I I Il l a , 1 . I , 0 1 1 9 ' es v e. 1 l l , 0, , Q l - o o n 0 0 1 0 0 9 S 00 Q eu i i 1 I I I 1 l . l n Gardner Coal and 011 Co t H dq COKE ANTHRACITE d BITUMINOUS COAL RANGE d FUEL OIL - AUTOMATIC HEATING OffB th IA Tl. 129 Erland Klvlmakl Jeweler Kr Engraver 65 Parker Street Gardner Mass Formerly Laztmerz s Co pl e Student Bros F amlly Shoe Store 36 Parker Street Next Door to Orpheum Rome Sales Co , Inc Leo P LaChance Real Estate gl Insurance Complete Home Furmshmgs 1 Parker St Tel 3695 Tel 687 213 Mam St Compllments of Gardner Tool 81 Stamping Co., Inc. 13 Travers St. Tel. 823 Hager Sz Houghton Co. A Gardner owned Meat and Grocery Store Tel. 13 Kr 14 Help our advertisers who have helped us I I I fHea ea uartersj , an an ar e venue 6 I I I I Watches, Diamonds, Jewelry , . . . , m im nts of I I C I O GARDNER ARTIST STUDIO Nesto Maki 81 So Studzo and Home Port: azture Commercial Photography 63 Parker Street Phone 615 Comphments of PRISCILLA CANDY SHOP Mdqeogh S pharmacy Homemade Chocolates and Candy 9 Pl S Ut Street U lon Sq are Gard e Mass G d er Mass Man fact rers of Morrzs Chairs Platform Rockers Modern 3 pzece Sofa bed Suites 585 Mam St eet Ga d er Massachusetts Our Styles and PYICCS Comphments of Will Please You Anthony Kraskouskas Rome Bros Mam Street 13 Sandrof S Ladzes QQ Men's Qualzty Clothes Pleasant St eet Gardne Mass S. Bent 8z Bros , Inc Coloma! Chazrs and Rockers Help our advertis-ers 1:1-ho have helped us. r ' n . Compliments of 9 ea 3 n' u n r, ar n , . Gardner Mfg. Co., Inc. u u ' r r n , 7 . , . 11- r r, . 0 0 WOGDLAND SPA Snacks School Supplzes Magazmes 26 Central Street Ronald Trudel 43 Prop For the Dance For the Glrl FOSKETT S MARKET The Corsage from Phone 85 or 86 For Reliable Mercl and e S Tel 955 W 68 Mum C I-I HARTSHORN INC MAPLE LIVING ROOM FURNITURE MAPLE DINETTE SETS 562 MAIN STREET GARDNER G 8z G Cleaners, Inc Casey S Market Qual ty Cleanmg Where Qualzty Tells Prompt Pxckup and Dellvery Servxce and Pnce Sells k s Ph 1 162 on ' one 13 7 218 cross sr 're 1461 The Touslgnants, Realtors Gardner Fltchburg SAUQUOIT PAPER CO , INC Gardner, Mass Help our advertisers who have helped us Y , . 9 9 ' 1 is . - ' Si. I Manufacturers oF I 9 0 ' . i . . . I. f . . J A LeBlanc, Inc F ashzon at zts Best for women chzldren and znfants 110 Parker Street Phone 721 Levesque O11 Co Clty Market Kerosene Furnace and Fuel O11 86 parker St Telephone 1147 219 Park st Meds F 3' P'0d Ce Fro en Foods HermanG Stone Prop Gardner Mass Gardner Screw Corporatlon Fastener Servzce Lynde Hardware Corp Bonk's Market Tel 453 Fmest Qualzty Foods Headquarters for Sherwzn Wzllzams Pamts Corbm Buzlders Hardware Tel 1005 293 Pune Street WIRTHMORE STORES WIRTHMORE FEEDS BLUE COAL BUILDING SUPPLIES RANGE AND FUEL OILS 435 Mann St Phone 880 GARDNER MASSACHUSETTS Louise R Trudel s THE SILHOUETTE FASHION SHOPPE Complete lme of casual and better Dresses Lmgerle Blouses and Skxrts Experzenced Corsetzere 8 Chestnut Street Tel 1740 Help our advertnsers who have helped us . . . 0 o q . , ' 0 0 1 Z . , . , . . il . 1 - 1 Q a Q Q n in- I r 1 I I li ' 9 . 1 . n , , , Q 0 Q i 1: a s Stewart Motor Sales Pontzac Sales and Servzce Mam St at Sherman Phone 826 Jeffs Gulf SCIVICB Gulf Products Our Speclalty Car Pohshln Ladxes and Gents Garments Dry Cleaned W E Andrews g Pressed and Repaxred Radiator Service Corner Mam and Chestnut Streets Tel 1258 Qualzty 8: Service 30 Temple St Rod s Incorporated Auto Parts Equlpment and Supphes 314 West St Tel 3642 and 3750 For Fme Clothes to Weed S Sult the Entlre F amxly Gardner s Style Center V1Slt for the Mlss and J unlor Mlss C O H E N S Natlonally Advertlsed Merchandlse Courteous Interested Servlce 43 45 Parker Street 76 Parker St Tel 2880 Gardner EINO'S PHARMACY Prescnptwns fzlled Lunches served Clarence Llbby Regastered Emo Oxkemus Pharmaczsts WHEELEN SUPPLY CO Everything m Plumbzng and Heatmg Supplzes 114 Mam Street Gardner Mass Tel 860 W Help our advertlsers who have helped us .. . 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Max Llntz Tazlor and Clothzer Tl362W Savard Sz Noyes The men s store of Gardner mwvyes Llzotte s Dlstmctlve Shoe Servlce 8 W Lynde Street HAYMAN H COHEN, Inc Known for Beautiful Clothes f Glas o 59 get cs es SIMPLEX TIME RECORDER C0 GARDNER MASS U S A PORT OF SPAIN TRINIDAD B W I Tlllfeenbof Help our advertlsers who have helped us A omplete line of tuxedos and cuta y I hand t R t and For S l 8 V St t e . - 3638 Main Street ff - H O , I 0 1 Q O I H -:II-I U O 2 S ' S 7 L ' WL I o , I - I U I - - , , 0 0 I I v L 6 v Compllments of Lamoureux Funeral Home CHILDREN S FURNITURE CORP Manufacturers of J uvenlle Furnlture 47 Wasa Street Gardner Mass PLAIN VIEW BAKERY Cakes Cookles Bread Pastry Baked Fresh Dazly 275 Central Street Tel 276 TOY TOWN CLEANERS Speclallzmg m Clean1ng of Formal Wear Shirts Laundered Delivery Servlce TERESA ROARK The Shop of Personal Servzce 306 Central Street Tel 228 W Dependable Dazly Servzce Between Gardner Athol and Sprmgfneld Haarala Trucklng Co 237 West St Gardner Mass STANLEYS GARAGE INC OLDSMOBILE SALES 8: SERVICE GENERAL MOTORS GENUINE PARTS AND ACCESSORIES 31 CITY HALL AVE TEL SOO GARDNER MASS 949 COdy's Transportatlon Co Dally express between Gardner Leomlnster and F ltchburg Tel 814 Help our advertxsers who have helped us - 7 Y I 9 O Q 0 87 Pine Street, Gardner Tel. 2858 s . O . , . 1 , . . . ' OR O O 9 The F1rstNat10nal Bank Gardner Mass Congratulatzons and Best Washes to the Class of 1959 EVERY BANKING SERVICE Member of Federal Reserve a Federal Deposlt Insurance Corporatlon All deposzts msured up to S10 000 00 by U S Gov t BANKING BY MAIL O O , A o I all O U 3 , o 0 0 0