George Washington High School - Compass Yearbook (Alexandria, VA)

Text from Pages 1 - 188 of the 1954 volume:

The Compass, 1954 GeorgeWashington High School Alexandria, Virginia To begin with ... We hope this 1954 Compass will open the front door to your George Washington High School hall of memories. As you turn the cover and leaf through this book, each page will act as a door to everything you knew, from the studious silence of the library, to the easy friendliness of the auditorium and front hall before school. You'll be rushing through the screen doors of the cafeteria again, anxious to be first in the lunch line, or happily crowding through the gateway to the football stadium one of those gay and colorful Friday nights. We hope that not only these doors, but those to other memories, such as the times you struggled with Latin or chemistry far into the night, will swing open when you relive your days at G.W. High through this Compass. 4 t lunchcrs come fo the end of their lost lop before sitting down to o hearty meal. AI the football gome all was silence and attention os the National Anthem floated over the G.W. Stadium. Fine craftsmen in the making start here at G.W.'s shop. 5 A peek through the keyhole ... Classes Faculty Cadets Activities Sports Advertisements ..Page 8 Page 68 Page 78 Page 92 Page 130 Page 152 6 To one who is admired MR. CHARLES WHITFIELD DRURY DEDICATION Mr. Charles Whitfield Drury was born in the industrial town of Herkimer, New York. During his years at Mohawk High School, he worked after school and on Saturdays in a local print shop. Encouraged to be a teacher, he studied at Oswego State College in New York and later at George Washington University. Periods as apprentice and journeyman were spent in printing in a commercial shop. In 1935, in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, where he owned a print shop, Mr. Drury met and married the former Miss Dorcas Higinbotham. They have one son, Eugene. Mr. Drury's teaching experience began here in George Washington High School in 1942, and many of his former students are apprentices and journeymen in the area. One of Mr. Drury's hobbies is the preparation of technical materials to be used by printers as professional and instructional material. He has had articles appear in The American Printer and the Graphic Arts Monthly and has published a pamphlet, “Fundamental Printers' Mathematics . Currently he is working on a textbook, The Manual of Printing. 7 Classes 8 '54 freshmen—no longer strangers . . . much to look forward to at the end of the sophomore year . . . the Junior-Senior Prom—a farewell . . . graduation exercises bringing mixed emotions . . . through these doors . . . 9 The best years of our lives in review As eighth graders the present seniors began their high school career. They elected class officers, joined clubs, and supported the school activities. The sophomore year found them full of fun and frolic, and so they gave a Sock Hop; admission, one can of food. Then at last they were juniors. To start their junior year, they had a membership drive and in December o Christmas Hop. In May came the Junior-Senior Prom, and finally they stood at the door to seniorhood. Life’s ambition seemed to be realized—seniors! As such they had the privilege of dedicating the “Compass to their favorite teacher. December seventh, Senior Day, they were a strange group of students; eating candy licking suckers, wearing odd costumes, playing in class, and having a party in the cafeteria sixth period. From this jovial note, their minds turned to more serious thoughts of term papers and exams. Next there was the Senior Prom for January graduates, and finally their graduation. In the spring, the Junior Class gave the June grads a Junior-Senior Prom. Then came the Senior Prom, choosing the gift of the class to G.W., and at last graduation. So they turned to become another page of G.W.’s history. G.W.-ites are dancing to the strains of Star Dost at the January Prom in the lee Room of the George Mason Hotel. 10 This year's Senior Class elected Carole Webb and Jim Mottley President and Vice-President respectively. Carole Webb, whose friendly smile is often seen in the halls, is as popular as she is pretty. Besides being an honor student, working on the “Surveyor , and being president of the Quill and Palm Honorary Society, she was elected a member of the football queen’s court. Jim Mottley, who is known to the whole school because of his outstanding participation in football and basketball, is also an excellent student. His warm smile and congenial manner make him a favorite with everyone. Helen Herron, the class secretary is truly an “All-American” girl. Her versatility and enthusiastic interest in everything are shown by the fact that she, too, is an honor student, loves sports, and plays the piano exceedingly well. Lucille Crowder is the January Chairman. Attractive and businesslike, she adequately fills the bill as a higher official in the senior class. On Senior Day, Carole took Mr. Pruet's place as principal, Mr. Garner relinquished his position to Jim, and Helen stepped in as Mrs. Tolbert. Officers are also ex-officio members of the various committees which plan the activities of the senior class and help work out all the projects undertaken by these committees. SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS CAftOlE WEBB JAMES MOTTLEY President Vice-President LUCILLE C OWD£ft January Chairman Planning for the next meeting of tho Senior dost are Hele n Herron, Secretary; Mr Irving Lindsey, Sponsor, and Carole Webb, President. Absent from the picture it Jimmy Mottley, Vice-President. 11 JANUARY GRADUATES Seniors love their Alma Mater CHARLES GILMER ALLEN, JR. Buddy HOWARD R. BLOCH Blolz ALEXANDER GORDON BREMNER, JR. Sandy JAMES EDWARD BRITT Big Jim PHILIP GILCHRIST BURROWS Flip BARBARA SUE CARR Bobbie WANDA JUNE CHEWNING Chinkie CAROLYN SUE CHILDERS Susie MYRNA SYBIL COHEN Myrna MARY ELISE COOPER Mary LUCILLE MARY CROWDER Lucy DORIS ANN DAMERON Doris JOHN DAVID DANIEL David JOSEPH CORNELIUS DAVIS Neal PAUL VINCENT DAVIS Curly 12 WALTER CLARENCE DAVIS, JR. Peck MAHLON D. EDWARDS Mahlon CAROL JANE FITZPATRICK Fitz LLOYCE DELBERT FOSTER Delbert JAMES WILSON GLADDEN James WARREN P. HELWEGE V arren PHYLLISMARIE HUGHES PhyllisMarie PATRICIA ANN JACOBS Pat DONALD G. JENKS, JR. Donald BARBARA LEE KIDD Barbara RICHARD EUGENE LANGLEY Dickie BARBARA ANN LEE Bobbie LUCY JANE McClARY Jane JOANNE McGOWAN Jo CORDELIA JOAN MclNTOSH Joan 13 We sing our praises to our school NEVA ANN MCWILLIAMS Ann IIIIIAN MAE MAHONEY Lillian NELLIE MAE MANKIN Net MARILYN VIRGINIA MAY Ginger THOMAS A. mIDOLEBROOKS Tommy ROBERT MILTON MOORE Bob HELEN NAYLOR Holen MABEL HARRIET OWEN Mabel ANNA MARIE POWELL Anne VALERIA LILE PRICE Vo I CORTES WESLEY RANDEll Corfcj GRACE GAIL RINKER Gail BETTY LOU RODGERS Betty Lou SHIRLEY LOUISE ROMANI low CORRINE ELIZABETH RUCKER Kenny 14 ML EDITH DOLORES RUDY Deo THOMAS JUDSON RUNALDUE Tom DETTY LEE SANCHEZ Betty MAXINE MAE SAVAGE Mac JEANNE CAROL SIMPSON Simp LAWRENCE MITCHELL SOLOMON Larry JOHN E. WILLIAMS John JUNE GRADUATES JANE WARREN ALDRICH Jono NORMA MARLENE ALPERT Norma JANIS ARNOLD ANDERSON Arnold WILMER MORRIS ANDERSON Wil ADELINE LOUISE ANGERMEIER Rusty George Washington its name JANE T. ASHBURN Jan 9 NANCY JEAN AYLOR Nancy REBECCA HART BALDERSON Becky THOMAS EDWARD BARRY Tommy THOMAS HOWARD BEECHY Tom ANNA JOYCE BETTIS Ann JOSEPH SCOTT BLACKWELL Scoff MARK MILLER BLAIR Aesop MICHAEL STEVEN BORCHEVSKY Mike EARL RONALD BOULIGNY Earl ROBERT DAVID BOWEN Bob JACEQUEIYN FASON BRACEY Jackie ELLEN BRADLEY Ellen BARBARA ANN BRINKLEY Barboro WESLEY HARRY BROOKS Wesley 16 DOLORES ADRIANNE BROWN Do-Dee FRANCES MARIE BRYAN Marie margaret McKinley bush Moggie GERALDINE BUTLER Jerri ROBERT WILLIAM CAPORALETTI William AUDREY CAROLYN CARTER Carolyn NANCY LYNN CHEDESTER Lynn CHARLES ALLEYNE CLARK Chuck JAMES MARKLAND CLEMENT, JR. Jim JOAN DEANE COBEAN Joan WARREN BUNTING COLPE Warren GLADYS LYNN COSTELLO Gladys JOAN COUNCILOR Joni JAMES LEWIS CRAIG lew MARIANNE KATHLEEN CRITTENDEN Marianne 17 Her colors blue and gold were meant JAMES RICHARD CROMPTON Dickie ROBERT LEE CROSS Red WILLIAM DELBERT CUNNINGHAM Billie VIRGILIA RUTHERFORD CURRIE Virgilia GLORIA RUTH DAVIS Davie CLARK DILL Clark Louis Walter dixon Buddy FRANCES JEAN DONAHUE Jean CONSTANCE ANTOINETTE DOUGHERTY Connie EUGENE WHITFIELD DRURY Gene MARGARET ELEANOR DUKE Maggie ELIZABETH HANCOCK EVANS Liz LOIS ELAINE FAIRFAX Lois ROGER JAMISON FINCH Roger DOROTHY ANN FINNEGAN Dot 18 BARBARA JEAN FOIDI Barbara JACOB WINTERMOYER FOLK Joke ANNA KATHERINE FOREST Ann NANCY ELIZABETH FRINKS Nancy LARRY LEE FULK lorry MICHAEL G. GALLAGHER Mike GERALD WESLEY GALLAHAN Jerry GAIL SHARON GALLAHAN Gail • BETTY MAE GARNER Betty JOHN R. GARRISON Jack EILEEN MARIE GINLEY Eileen RUTH LORRAINE GOEPEL Rene RAYMOND CUNNINGHAM GOODWIN R.y ANN FAISON GORDON Faison JOSEPHINE MARIE GORDON Jo To ever bring her fame PATRICIA MAE GRAHAM Pal ELIZABETH BARRETT GREENLAND Barry CHARLES DILLARD GRIMES Chuck JERRY ROBERT GROCHOWSKY Jerry JOAN RUTH GROCHOWSKY Jo MARTHA ANN HAISLIP Morli JOANNE FAYE HALLMAN Jo LEONARD ANDERSON HAMILTON Andy BETTY JOANN HAMLET Jo BETTE JANE HAMMILL Beffe MARJORIE LAURENCE HARRIS N ip MARTHA ANN HARRIS Mortho DIANE RUTH HARRISON Didi CHARLES WILLIAM HARVEY Skippy PHYLLIS ARLENE HAYES Phyl 20 EVA USA HEARN Eva WAITER THOMAS HEETER Tommy JUDITH ANN HEGSETH Judy JOAN DORIS HEINIY Joanie HEIEN STANDIEY HERRON Helen DAVID HINER HERTIG Dave DOROTHY EUGENIA HOLLAND Dolt i e JANE B. HOUSEMAN Janie JULIE ROBINSON HURD Julie nancy carol hyde Nancy ROBIN LINDSAY JAMISON Robin DOROTHY RICE JOHNSON Dollie JACQUELINE RUTH JONES Jackie HERBERT FREDERICK KAHLER Herb MARILYN JANE KAPSCH Marilyn 21 And when our days are ended here JOHN PAUL KEEN little John FREDERICK DAVIDSON KEmERY Fred ROBERTA KERN Bobby MllTON RAY KIDD Milt AUDREE ANN KING Audree SHIRLEY LEONARD KING Shirley FRED RICHARD KOCH Buddy BARBARA ADELE LANHAM Borby TOBIE ERNEST IANOU Tobie MARILYN LAWRANCE Marilyn EVELYN LESLIE lyn ROBERTA ESTELLE LOEB Bobbie MARJORIE LUCAS Margie WALTER KAY LYNN Wally CATHERINE ANN MacMlllAN Cathy 22 DOROTHY MARTHA McCUEN Do t ALIEN ROSS McDERMOTT A! earl i. McFarland Earl PATRICIA JANE McRAE Pot FRANKLIN FORSTHOVE MACKENZIE Frank HELEN LOUISE MACKLIN Guijio PAUL EUGENE MARSHALL Paul LUCY JEANNETTE MARSTON Lucy NANCYANNE MATTER Nancy BARBARA LEE MELLOTT Bobbie SHELBY LLOYD MEYER Shelby HARRY SEELY MILLER Harry PATRICK HOLMES MOORE Pat ROBERT H. MOORE Bob SUSAN M. MOORE Susie And memories draw nigh WILLIAM PETER MORAN Bill CAROLINE MORTON MORGAN Carolino LAWRENCE ALEXANDER MORRISON Sandy SERA SUE MORTENSEN Sue JAMZS DOUGLAS MOTTLEY Jim MARTHA BESS MOYNIHAN Martha DONNA MAE MUELLER Donna FRANK LYNN MYERS Frank STUART LEE NALLS Stuart MARGARET JEAN NEEDHAM Peggy PHYLLIS ANN NELSON Phyl HADLEY S. NESBITT Honk BETTY LEE NEWMAN Betty SHIRLEY WATTS NOEL Shirley CHARLES KENNETH NORRIS Charlie 24 FRANK CARTER NORVEll Frank WILLIAM C. NORVELL Dill PATRICIA ANN O'CONNELL Pall VIRGINIA CORRINE O'DONAHUE Joy JOHN EDWARD OLIVER John MARJORIE GARNETT O'NEIL Margie ARNOLD J. OSTROLENK Arnie HAROLD WOODLIEF OUTTEN Earthquake JOHN EDWARD OVERALL John ANNA PAPAGEORGE Anno RICHARD LAMAR PARLER Dick ELIZABETH ANN PATERSON Betty PATRICIA CECELIA PATRICK Pat STANLEY SMITH PATTON Stan ROBERT JULIAN PAULY Sob 25 We ll not forget our school so dear SANDRA lUEllA PECK Pixie JOSEPH HENRY PERRY Joe ROBERT FRANCIS PETTI Bob PATSY LEE FORTNEY PETTIT Pot MARY ELLEN PEYTON Mary ANNE MARR PFINGSTAG Ampie ALLEN ROBERT PHILIPPE Al DON CRAVENS PRICE Scrooge ROSEMARY ANN PUCKETT Rosemary JOHN W. RICHARDS Gus JEAN McRAE RICHARDSON Jean SYLVIA ANN ROBERTSON Sylvia DOLORES VIRGINIA SABATINI Dee KERRIE HARRYETTE SANDERS Kcrrie VIRGINIA MARY SANDS Ginny 26 MARGARET LORETTA SANTMIRE P 99y SHIRLEY MAE SAPP Missy JACK PEEPLES SAUSSY Jack ANNA LOUISE SCHAEFER Ann ROSALIND RITA SCHROTT Rozzio CHAROLETTE KATHRINE SEMONES C.K. PAUL FRANCIS SHERIDAN Paul JANET SHIFFLETTE Jonef ZENDA MARIE SHIRK Zonda BETTY LOU SMITH Smittie WILLIAM LEE SMITH Bill LOIS MAY SNYDER Lo JAMES PETER SOMERS Polo CHARLES ROBERT STEWART Coejor JOHN THOMAS STRICKLAND Slrick JOSIAH DIRCK STRYKER Dirck MARILYN ELIZABETH SUTHARD Marilyn JOHN REYNOLDS SUTHERLAND Shadow ANN G. SUTLER Ann ADRIENNE ELIZABETH THATCHER Adrienne DELORES ANN THOMAS Dee ROSE MARIE THOMAS Rosie MARTHA GRACE TURRELL Marty VERNON CLAYTON WADE Teddy NICHOLAS ROBERT WAIN Nick JAMES PAUL WAITERS Jimmy ROBERT LEWIS WATTS Bob CAROLE JANE WEBB Carole BARBARA ANN WHALEN Barbara DAVID LINDSEY WHITESTONE Dove 28 ELIZABETH WicNECKE Betsy MARY ELIZABETH WILLARD Bib SAM D. WILLETT Sam CAROL MARIAN WILLIAMS Willie david McClellan williams Dove SHIRLEY ANN WOOLLS Shirley SUMMER SCHOOL GRADUATES JULIAN THOMAS BOLTON Joy BARBARA BRYANT Barbara JAMES WILLIAM DUMAS Jimmy They rate highest Andy Hamilton and Carolo Webb, on their way from trig class, have mode their mark again. Both were honor students all through high school and ployed important roles in school government. Susie Moore and Harold Outten have been making friends around hero since the day they first arrived. Their unaffected friendliness has made thorn a hit with everyone, from seniors to freshmen. Better watch out, Johnl says Carol Williams to John Oliver. They were voted the wittiest, and anyone can tell why when he sees that extra special twinkle in their eyes. Autographing a football for Gail ftinker is Harold Outten, GW's footba co-captain of 53. Petite Gail and Earthquake Outten were known by everyone for their outstanding sports ability. 30 Senior roll call January Graduates CHARLES GILMER ALLEN, JR. Shines on the basketball court. Basketball. HOWARD R. BLOCH Humor and friendliness, hit chief ossets. Quill and Palm, World Events Club, Intromurolt, Honor Roll (2) ALEXANDER GORDON BREMNER. JR. Our cordial, competent coxswain. Bond, Donee Club, Monogrom Club, Varsity Crew JAMES EDWARD BRITT Fun ond friends to fill hit time Dance Club, Football, Track, Intromurolt, Perfect Attendance (2) PHILIP GILCHRIST BURROWS Gifted with magic Booster Club, Dance Club. Vortity Crew, Varsity Track, Intramurals. Perfect Attendance (4) BARBARA SUE CARR One true Southern gol Band, Booster Club, Camera Club, Chorol Club, Curtain Club, Homcmoking Club, lomeso, Tcxos WANDA JUNE CHEWNING Famous for her flaming tresses Student Council, Dromotics Club, 4-H Club, Washington. D. C. CAROLYN SUE CHILDERS Adds color to the crowd Booster Club, Pep Club, Green Hills, Ohio MYRNA SYBIL COHEN Pertnest ond vivacity for all to see Dance Club, Dromotics Club, Little Hatchet , liwski Club, Public Speaking Club, Spanish Club MARY ELISE COOPER A radiant sparkle all her own Student Council, Dance Club, little Hatchet , Intromurals, Honor Roll (I), Perfect Attendance (I) LUCILLE MARY CROWDER Spontaneous laugh and twinkling blue eyes President January Class, Ouill and Palm, Student Council, Donee Club, little Hatchet , Spanish Club, Honor Roll (5) DORIS ANN DAMERON Reserved and trim, but full of vim Dramatics Club, little Hatchet , liwski Club, Honor Roll (1) JOHN DAVID DANIEL A bright future before him Student Council, Varsity Track, Football, Perfect Attendance (3) JOSEPH CORNELIUS DAVIS G.W.'s Arthur Murray Donee Club, Pep Club The lovely football queen. Go if Rinker, and her maidt of honor. Belly Sanchez ond Corole Webb, ore shown here displaying their radiant smiles. 31 Trading cards again PAUL VINCENT DAVIS Displays his tolents eipertly Dance Club, Dromoties Club, Vice-President Music Club, Thespians waiter clarence davis, jr. On the ball .... with o ball Varsity Bosketbc Vorsity Track MAHION D. EDWARDS A good tonic for dullness Dance Club, Monogram Club, Varsity Boskctboll, Varsity Football, Intromurols, Honor Roll (I) CAROL JANE FITZPATRICK Guaranteed to be a charming success Student Council, President Girls' Ensemble, Junior Board, Surveyor' LLOYCE DELBERT FOSTER Takes life ot its best Honor Roll (1) JAMES WILSON GLADDEN, JR. Scores in hit studies Honor Roll (3) WARREN P. HELWEGE Always in the center of events Dance Club, Monogrom Club, Vorsity Football, Varsity Boseball, Basketball, Intramurals PHYLLISMARIE HUGHES Creates melody for all to enjoy Quill ond Palm, A Cappella. Honor Roll (5) PATRICIA ANN JACOBS Pleasant to be with Intromurols, Honor Roll (1) Plotting the fate of the W.-l. dummy ore Betty Jo not, Davis Hall, ond Ethlyn Brooks. BARBARA ANN LEE Cuts the figure eight F.B.L.A., Dance Club, Intramurals LUCY JANE McCLARY Strictly for skating Dance Club, Intromurols joanne McGowan Good taste galore Intromurols, Honor Roll (2) CORDELIA JOAN MdNTOSH The gold ot the end of the roinbow Student Council, Intromurols, Perfect Attendance (2) neva ann mcwilliams Biggest eyes and warmest heort Dance Club, Glee Club, Music Club, Falls Church, Virginia; Quill and Palm, Student Council, A Cappella, Spanish Club, Surveyor , Honor Roll (4) DONALD G. JENKS. J . A willing worker Dramatics Club, library Club. World Events Club, Track BARBARA LEE KIDD At ease in the world of hormony Quill and Palm, Student Council, Secretary Senior Bond, President F.B.I.A., Honor Ro ' (6) RICHARD EUGENE LANGLEY Fun, his middle name Student Council LILLIAN MAE MAHONEY Ever friendly, ever dependable Quill and Palm, Student Council, Intramurals, Honor Roll (1) NELLIE MAE MANKIN Lively and likable G.A.A., Intromurols MARILYN VIRGINIA MAY Bubbling over with life and laughter Student Council, Dance Club, liwski Club, Cadets 32 THOMAS A. MIDDLEBROOKS, JR. No musicol undertaking too great Senior Band. Mixed Chorus, Orchestra, Perfect Attendance (2) ROBERT MILTON MOORE Easy going manner Football, Track, Intramurals, Honor Roll (2) HELEN NAYLOR Diligence blended with gaiety Ouill and Palm, liwski Club, Cadets, Honor Roll (6), Perfect Attendance (2) MABEL HARRIET OWEN A mixture of mischief ond merriment Dance Club, G.A.A., Intramurals ANNA MARIE POWELL A ready smile and ready wit Intromurols VALERIA LILE PRICE A boon to any schoolroom Student Council, Bible Club, President F.T.A. CORTES WESLEY RANDELL A genial gent with a debonair air Student Council, Dance Club, Pep Club, Junior Red Cross, Sponish Club, Football, Track, Intromurols, Perfect Attendance (2) GRACE GAIL RINKER Qualities befitting our gracious queen Vice-President Junior Class, Dance Club, President G.A.A., Spanish Club, Intramurals, Football Oueen BETTY LOU RODGERS One who loves fun Junior Board. Dance Club, Debate Club, Dramatics Club, library Club, little Hatchet , Public Spooking Club, Spanish Club. Spelling Club SHIRLEY LOUISE ROMANI Happy and chottering Intromurols CORRINE ELIZABETH RUCKER An impish gleam in her oyes Dance Club THOMAS JUDSON RUNALDUE To know him is to like him Student Council, Chevrons Club, Saber Club, Cadets, Perfect Attendance (2) BETTY LEE SANCHEZ Twirling and whirling with spirit Quill and Palm, Student Council, Secretory Dance Club, Pep Club, Majorette Club, World Events Club, G.A.A., Intromurols, Honor Roll (5) MAXINE MAE SAVAGE A tiptop Miss Cheerleaders, Glee Club, St. Mory's; G.A.A., Intromurols JEANNE CAROL SIMPSON A happy-go-lucky lass Dance Club, Music Club, Pep Club, Mixed Chorus, Intramurals LAWRENCE MITCHELL SOLOMON Dean of the funsters Dance Club, Basketball, Perfect Attendance (1) JOHN E. WILLIAMS Versatile . . . varying interests Student Council, Dance Club, Vorsity Football, Bosketboll, Ohio; Honor Roll (1) Enjoying the first snow of the season are Carolyn Nessel-rodt, Tobie Lanou, and Barbara Mundy. EDITH DOLORES RUDY E.D.R. . . . earnest, delightful, ond reserved Intromurols 33 Dig' those ' crazy” follies June Graduates JANE WARREN AIDRICH A mild manner end a sunny heart Dramatic Club, French Club, Honor Roll (1) NORMA MARLENE AlPERT Brown eyes that are never blue Dance Club Sponish Club, Intrcmurals JANIS ARNOLD ANDERSON MusicoMy minded, this goy little Miss Dance Club, Sand, Intromurols WILmER MORRIS ANDERSON Superb in sports .... best in baseball Vorsity Baseball, Basketball ADELINE LOUISE ANCERmEIER A modem Montono Miss Dramatics Club, French Club, G.A.A., Pep Club, Ski Club, Montono; Student Council, Music Club, G.A.A., Honor Roll (I) JANE T. ASHBURN Goy in a mischievous woy Treasurer Freshman Class, Cheerleaders, St. Agnes; Quill and Palm, Dramatics Club, Latin Club, Sponish Club, Perfect Attendance (1) NANCY JEAN AYIOR Plcosant to know Intramurals, Honor Roll (1) REBECCA HART BALDERSON A model s poise A Cappella, G.A.A., President Cheerleaders, Vice-President Music Club, Intramurals Bob by Hedrick, Dickie Redmond, and Tommy Meiklejohn go from students to grease monkeys during outo mechanics class. THOMAS EDWARD BARRY Happiest when joking Dance Club, Spanish Club THOMAS HOWARD BEECHY Mind for math .... possion for drama Student Council, President Thespians, Quill and Palm, Dramatics Club, Honor Roll (5) ANNA JOYCE BETTIS Sunshine following her Dance Club, Majorettes, Intromurols JOSEPH SCOTT BLACKWELL A master's touch String Club, Perfect Attendance (2) MARK MILLER BLAIR Prefers photography Vice-President Chevrons Club, Composs , President Photography Club, Sober Club, Rifle Club, Cadets, Track, Intramurals MICHAEL STEVEN BORCHEVSKY Always ready for a good lime Mixed Chorus, Perfect Attendance (1) EARL RONALD BOULIGNY A future designer for General Motors Vice-President Chevrons Club ROBERT DAVID BOWEN Plays a hot tubo Senior Bond JACQUELYN FASON BRACEY Never a dull moment Dance Club, Pep Club, Latin Club, Intramurals ELLEN BRADLEY Captivating eyes .... captivating smile Student Council, Dramatics Club, National Honor Society, Tri-Hi-Y, Trovcl Club, North Carolina; Ouill and Palm, A Ccppcllo. Astronomy Club. Senior Band, Spanish Club, Honor Roll (6) BARBARA ANN BRINKLEY Gracious, with a congenial manner Cadets, liwski Club, Honor Roll (5), Perfect Attendance (2) WESLEY HARRY BROOKS Assurance and action Student Council, President Chevrons Club. Music Club, Sober Club, Cadots, Perfect Attendance (2) DOLORES ADRIANNE BROWN Eyes os big as her dreams Astronomy Club, Intramurals FRANCES MARIE BRYAN Warmth and charm unsurpassed F.B.l.A. 34 Bib Willard, Susie Moore, Helen Herron, and Ann Ptmgstag demonstrate the tucket bounce at tne rep uance given by the Quill and Palm. MARGARET McKINLEY BUSH Her personality uncqualcd Dramatics Club, Spanish Club, Pep Club. Woshmgton-lee; A Cappella, Dance Club, Melodettes, Mixed Chorus, Surveyor , World Events Club, Honor Roll (2) GERALDINE BUTLER A photogenic lass Donee Club. F.B.L.A., Intramurols R08ERT WILLIAM CAPORALETTI A straightforward gent AUDREY CAROLYN CARTER A baton twirler, cute as a button Majorette Club NANCY LYNN CHEDESTER Refreshing and stimulating, our E.-in-C. Student Council, Socrotory Ouill and Palm, Dramatics Club, Editor-in-Chicf Compass , Girls' State, Cheerleaders. Vice-President Spanish Club, Girls' Club, World Events Club, Intramurols, Honor Roll (5) CHARLES AllEYNE CLARK A fortunate globetrotter Donee Club, Debate Club, Spanish Club, Honor Roll (1) JAMES MARKLAND CLEMENT, JR. Strictly on the boom Spanish Club JOAN DEANE COBEAN A cute and capoble homemaker Dance Club. F.B.L.A., Intromurols. Honor Roll (6) WARREN BUNTING COLPE A knock for mischief Donee Club GLADYS LYNN COSTELLO As neat as o pin F. B.l.A. JOAN COUNCILOR As spo.-kling os a new copper penny Student Council, Treasurer Astronomy Club, Cheerleaders, Girls State, Spanish Club, Editor-in-Chicf Surveyor , Dance Club, Pep Club, Intramurols JAMES LEWIS CRAIG Quality and composure lolin Club, Football MARIANNE KATHLEEN CRITTENDEN Small, and anything but noisy G. A.A., Intramurols, Honor Roll (2) JAMES RICHARD CROMPTON Strictly o sportsman Student Council, Chevrons Club, Dance Club, Mixed Chorus, Monogrom Club, Pep Club, Varsity Football. Bosketball, Track, Intramurols 35 100% attendance on Senior Day ROBERT LEE CROSS Quiet but jocular Vorsity Track WILLIAM DELBERT CUNNINGHAM Discretion and good looks Dance Club, Crew Team VIRGIUA RUTHERFORD CURRIE A bundle of everything nice Latin Club GLORIA RUTH DAVIS Truth ond grace in oil simplicity F.B.L.A., Latin Club, Public Speaking Club, Perfect Attendance (I) CLARK DILL A captoin in ony company Cadets, President Chevrons Club, Rifle Teom LOUIS WAITER DIXON Dependable and capable Monogrom Club, Surveyor , Trock, Perfect Attendance (2) FRANCES JEAN DONAHUE Always joking, always laughing A Cappello. Advanced Chorus, Dance Club, Girls' Club, Intramurols CONSTANCE ANTOINETTE DOUGHERTY Ready for fun Dance Club, Intramurols EUGENE WHITFIELD DRURY An easygoing trock star Student Council, Junior Board, Astronomy Club, Monogrom Club, Surveyor , Football, Trock MARGARET ELEANOR DUKE Weather, dear with cloudless sunshine Monogram Club, Field Hockey, Falls Church; Cheerleaders, Ouill and Palm, Dance Club, Mixed Chorus, Ninette, Pep Club ELIZABETH HANCOCK EVANS Melody ond mirth Ouill and Polm, Boosters Club, Contestants' Club, Compass , Treasurer French Club, Latin Club, Little Hatchet”, Mixed Chorus, Music Club. Junior Red Cross, Intramurols LOIS ELAINE FAIRFAX Immediately likable Composs”, Dramatics Club, lotin Club, Vice-President library Club, Secretary Music Club, Junior Red Cross ROGER JAMISON FINCH One who really enjoys life Astronomy Club, Honor Roll (1) DOROTHY ANN FINNEGAN Her friendship, o lovely jewel Ouill ond Polm, Donee Club. Dramatics Club, Girls' State, liwski Club, Compass , S.I.P.A., Business Manager Surveyor , Spanish Club, Cadets, Honor Roll (5), Perfect Attendance (5) BARBARA JEAN FOLDI COURTEOUS, calm, ond congenial Dramatics Club, F.B.I.A., Honor Roll (1), Perfect Attendance (2) JACOB WINTERMOYER FOLK A mon of merit Bosketball, Perfect Attendance (I) ANNA KATHERINE FOREST Outer lightness .... inner thoughtfulness Student Council, Ouill ond Palm, Vice-President Ouill and Scroll, Editor-in-Chief Surveyor , President Astronomy Club, Spanish Club, Intramurols, Honor Roll (5) NANCY ELIZABETH FRINKS likable lass with a lilting laugh Dance Club, Dramatics Club, Pep Club, Junior Red Cross, Intramurols, Honor Roll (3) Sylvia Robertson, wearing the prettiest coifume on Senior Day pets Shelby Meyer, the Army mule, who was runner up lor most original costume. Paul Davis, best costume,- Mark Blair, most comical; ond Charlie Stewart, most original, look on. 36 The student office staff on Senior Day looking over the colendor of events of the school year ore Helen Herron, Mrs. Tolbert; Corole Webb, Mr. Pruet; Lynn Chedester, Miss White; and Jimmy Mottley, Mr. Garner. LARRY LEE FULK Sports, his hobby Bosketball, Varsity Boseboll MICHAEL G. GALLAGHER Tops in track and tennis Tennis, Track, Honor Roll (2) GAIL SHARON GALLAHAN A demure Irish lossie F.B.L.A., Dramatics Club, Latin Club, little Hotchet , Honor Roll (6) GERALD WESLEY GALLAHAN Personality plus BETTY MAE GARNER The life of any party Intramurals JOHN R. GARRISON Talented with a paintbrush EILEEN MARIE GINLEY Evory inch a lady Student Council, Home Economics Club, Photography Club, Pennsylvania; Honor Roll (6) RUTH LORRAINE GOEPEl Engages in a brisk banter President F.H.A. RAYMOND CUNNINGHAM GOODWIN An assured easy manner ANN FAISON GORDON Offers sincere friendship Biology Club, Dance Club, Home Economics Club, Georgia; Compass , Dramatics Club, librory Club, Pep Club JOSEPHINE MARIE GORDON Can't disrupt her friendly nature Intramurals PATRICIA MAE GRAHAM An abundance of humor and intelligence library Club, Washington, D. C.; Dramatics Club, F. H. A., World Events Club, Honor Roll (3) ELIZABETH BARRETT GREENLAND A charming lady in every respect Dance Club, Dramatics Club, Double-Barred Cross Society, F.H.A., Surveyor , Intramurals CHARLES DILLARD GRIMES A real good guy Junior Class President, lettermen s Club, Tennis Club, Ski Club, Germany; Student Council. Footboll Basketball, Honor Roll (4) JERRY ROBERT GROCHOWSKY Casts a spell Boys' Sports Club, Minnesota JOAN RUTH GROCHOWSKY A sparkling little newcomer MARTHA ANN HAISLIP A vivacious personality Varsity Club, Mixed Choir, Newspopcr Club, Junior Honor Society. Varsity Field Hockey, Baskclball, Fairfax, Virginia; Surveyor , French Club, Mixed Chorus, Honor Roll (5), Quill and Palm JOANNE FAYE HALLMAN A Sonia on skates Dance Club, F.B.L.A., Mixed Chorus, Intramurals LEONARD ANDERSON HAMILTON His presence greatly desired President Student Council, Quill and Palm, Boys' Stole, Chevrons Club, Latin Club, Saber Club, Surveyor , Junior Red Cross, Cadets, Football, Intramurals, Crew, Honor Roll (5) BETTY JOANN HAMLET Peppiness personified Student Council, Head Cheerleader, Spelling Club, Junior Red Cross, Intramurals 37 Sentimental Senior Prom Gan' ilinker, the beou-iiul and popular (oolboll queen, followed by Carole Webb ond Betty Sanchez, her maids of honor walks with her court beneath the sobers ol half-time during the crowning ceremony. BETTE JANE HAMMIll Pint-siied package of T.N.T Library Club. Mixed Chorus, Band MARJORIE LAURENCE HARRIS Friendly and dependable Astronomy Club, Booster Club, Compass , Dramatics Club, Secretory F.T.A., Secretory Library Club, Junior Red Cross, Honor Roll (1) MARTHA ANN HARRIS Music in her makeup Booster Club, Dramatics Club, Donee Club, Mixed Chorus DIANE RUTH HARRISON lovable loss with a likable smile Girls’ Sports Editor Compass , G.A.A., Intramurals, Honor Roll (I) CHARLES WILLIAM HARVEY That silent, sincere manner PHYLLIS ARLENE HAYES Born with the gift of laughter Junior Red Cross. Treasurer liwski Club, Cadets, Honor Roll (1), Perfect Attendance (1) EVA LISA HEARN An efficient secretory.to-be F.B.L.A., Honor Roll (3) WALTER THOMAS HEETER Quiet and resourceful Chevrons Club, Sober Club, Cadets JUDITH ANN HEGSETH Pep and fun for everyone Vice-President Freshmon Class, Treasurer Athletic Association, Senior Cheerleaders, England; Donee Club, Dramatics Club, French Club, Intromurols. Honor Roll (1) JOAN DORIS HEINLY Rhythm, her middle name Secretary Bond, Pennsylvania 38 HELEN STANDLEY HERRON Radiates sincere warmth and enthusiastic spirit Student Council, Ouill ond Palm, Dramatics Club, Secretary Senior Closs, Secretary and Treasurer French Club, Pep Club, Surveyor , Honor Roll (6), Perfect Attendance (6) DAVID HINER HERTIG A good combination of sterling quolilios Secretory-Treasurer Chevrons Club, Latin Club, Saber Club, Boys' Stole, Honor Roll (3), Perfect Attendance (3) Ouill ond Palm DOROTHY EUGENIA HOLLAND A happy addition to any group Chorus, Notional Honor Society, Treasurer Sophomore ond Junior Classes, Bond, Germany; Ouill ond Palm, Chorus, Honor Roll (5) JANE B. HOUSEMAN Sugor ond spice ond everything nice Ouill and Palm, Astronomy Club, Managing Editor Compass . Dramotics Club, French Club, Latin Club. President librory Club, Junior Red Cross, World Events Club, Honor Roll (2) JULIE ROBINSON HURD Copoble ond gracious Vice-President French Club, Booster Club, Dramotics Club, “little Hotchet , Latin Club, World Events Club NANCY CAROL HYDE The gentlemen's preference Student Council, G.A.A., Dramotics Club, Junior Red Cross, Sophomore Boord, Spanish Club. Intromurols ROBIN LINDSAY JAMISON Irresistible, but not irresponsible Ouill ond Polm, Pep Club, Latin Club. Spanish Club, Surveyor , Intromurols, Honor Roll (5) DOROTHY RICE JOHNSON Efficiency behind that smile Cadets, liwski Club, President Junior Red Cross JACQUELINE RUTH JONES A delightful damsel who’s never downhearted Nationol Junior and Senior Honor Society, Annual Staff, Dramatics Club, A Coppello. Newspaper, G.A.A., Intro-murals, Japan; Quill ond Palm, A Coppello, Vice-President and Secretary F.H.A., Senior Editor Composs . Music Club, S.I.P.A., Honor Roll (5), Perfect Attendance (6) HERBERT FREDERICK KAHLER Conscientious in studies; capoble in sports Student Council, Treasurer Quill and Palm, President Quill and Scroll, Sports Editor Composs , Sports Editor Surveyor , Sponish Club, World Events Club, Track, Honor Roll (6) MARILYN JANE KAPSCH Shy, her manner; winning, her woy F.B.l.A. JOHN PAUL KEEN A keen mind and kind manner lotin Club, Quill and Polm, Basketball, Honor Roll (6) FREDERICK DAVIDSON KEMERY Music in his blood Secrotary Senior Bond, Dance Club, French Club, Perfect Attendance (2) ROBERTA KERN Possessing all good qualities Dance Club, F.B.L.A,, liwski Club, Spelling Club, Cadets, Honor Roll (2) MILTON RAY KIDD Versotile .... true Thespian Quill ond Palm, Boys' Stole, Vice-President Contestants' Club, President Dramatics Club, French Club, Vice-President Thespians, President Spelling Club, Senior Bond, Mixed Chorus, Honor Roll (2) AUDREE ANN KING Sunshine in her hair and smile Student Cabinet, Student Council, Dance Club, Dramotics Club, Pennsylvania; Dramotics Club, Junior Red Cross, Spanish Club, Surveyor MARCL Competition wat stiff os Andy Hamilton, Margie Lucas, Dorothy Finnegan, Elaine Fately, and Tom Beechy campaigned lor the I9S3 Student Council presidency. ROBERTA ESTELLE LOEB Stars in her eyes F.B.l.A. MARJORIE LUCAS Our attractive Veep 2nd. Vice President Student Council, Quill and Palm, Treasurer Quill ond Scroll, Contestants' Club, Little Hatchet , Business Manoger Surveyor', Treasurer lotin Club, Intro-murals. Honor Roll (2). Perfect Attendance (3) SHIRLEY LEONARD KING Rewarding to know Vicc-Prosidcnt Freshman Class, Student Council, Dance Club, Distributive Education Club FRED RICHARD KOCH Power behind the scenes Monogrom Club, Vorsity Track BARBARA ADELE LANHAM Can't help being happy Student Council, Cheerleaders, Dramatics Club. Mount Vernon; Cheerleaders, Spelling Club, Honor Roll (6) TOBIE ERNEST LANOU Burns the midnight oil Studont Council, Glee Club, Editor Newspaper, Paris; Boys' Gleo Club, Honor Roll (6) MARILYN LAWRANCE A leader's hand, an artist's touch Spanish Honor Society, California; Quill and Palm, Secretary Ouill ond Scroll, Art Editor ond Editor-in-Chicf little Hatchet , Surveyor , Sponish Club, Dramatics Club, S.I.P.A., Pep Club, Treasurer Thespians, Honor Roll (5) EVELYN LESLIE Outstanding in all undertakings Y-Teens, Mississippi; Ouill ond Polm, Band, Debote Club, Latin Club, little Hatchet , Junior Red Cross, Spanish Club, World Events Club, Honor Roll (3) WALTER KAY LYNN A witty comment ever ready Catherine ann mocmillan Efficient ond practicol F.H.A., library Club, Florida,- Compass , Dance Club, Dramatics Club, F.H.A., Intromurols, Honor Roll (I), Perfect Attendance (1) DOROTHY MARTHA McCUEN A wormhearted friend Booster Club, Dance Club, Intromurols, Perfect Attendance (6) ALLEN ROSS McDERMOTT The personality needed to succeed Double-Barred Cross Society, Dance Club, Intramurals, Perfect Attendance (1) earl i. McFarland College, his aim Hi-Y-Club, Tennis Club, Varsity Tennis, Pennsylvania; Honor Roll (6) PATRICIA JANE McRAE A dazzling smile and delightful sparkle Donee Club, Majorette Club, Junior Red Cross, Intramurals 39 The thrill of caps and gowns The 1953 Summer School Graduates—Row I: Joyce Taylor, Riley Nixon, Dom'd Moss. Row 2: Philip Webster, Barry Preble, and George Kervin. FRANKLIN FORSTHOVE MACKENZIE A future in electronics Cadets, Chevrons Club HELEN LOUISE MACKLIN Streamlined style little Hatchet , French Club, Double-Barred Cross Society PAUL EUGENE MARSHALL Winged dreoms Newspaper Staff, Pennsylvania LUCY JEANNETTE MARSTON Foces the future with bright anticipation Quill ond Point, Quill and Scroll, Compass , Secretory Lotin Club. Secretory Sponish Club, President World Events Club, Honor Roll (6) NANCYANNE MATTER Refreshingly feminine Booster Club, Composs . Dance Club, Dramatics Club, lotin Club, Mixed Chorus, Perfect Attendance (2) BARBARA LEE MELLOTT A distinctive charm Student Council, Donee Club, G.A.A. SHELBY LLOYD MEYER A captivating artist Dance Club, Spanish Club, Intromurols HARRY SEELY MILLER Ready, willing, ond able for ony job Astronomy Club, Monogram Club, Spanish Club, Varsity Crew, Honor Roll (2) PATRICK HOLMES MOORE A Thcspion with many talents Student Council, Vice-President Sophomore Class, Vice-President Astronomy Club, Senior Band, Donee Club, Vice-President Dramatics Club, President French Club, little Hotchet , Reading Club, Cadets ROBERT H. MOORE Man, muscle, ond mirth Quill ond Polm, Monogram Club, Football, Crew, Honor Roll (3) SUSAN M. MOORE Spunky spirit with o capital S Quill and Polm, Cheerleaders, Exchange Editor little Hotchet , lotin Club, Surveyor , Honor Roll (3) WILLIAM PETER MORAN Hos musical interests Music Club CAROLINE MORTON MORGAN Aims set high Astronomy Club, Debate Club, lotin Club, Composs , Surveyor , Sponish Club, World Events Club, Intramurals, Perfect Attendance (2) LAWRENCE ALEXANDER MORRISON That inner drive Compass , French Club, Student Council, Perfect Attendance (1) SERA SUE MORTENSEN Ambitious to achieve Double-Barred Cross Society, French Club, World Events Club, G.A.A. JAMES DOUGLAS MOTTLEY Friends through wit; fame through wisdom President Freshman Class, Treasurer Sophomore Class, Vice- President Senior Class, Student Council, Quill ond Palm, Astronomy Club, Monogram Club, Surveyor , Football, Track, Basketboll, Honor Roll (5), Perfect Attendance (3) MARTHA BESS MOYNIHAN Delightful compound, fun ond frolic Treasurer F.B.L.A., Intromurols. Honor Roll (2) DONNA MAE MUELLER Willing to learn F.B.L.A., Honor Roll (I) FRANK LYNN MYERS A never-say-die spirit Devotional Club, lotin Club, Football, Basketball, Crew, Track STUART LEE NALLS Baseball, his specialty Vorsity Baseball MARGARET JEAN NEEDHAM A flow of love and laughter F.H.A., California,- Dance Club, Perfect Attendance (2) PHYLLIS ANN NELSON Works hard ond wins easily Quill and Palm, Secretary Dramatics Club, Astronomy Club, Booster Club, F.H.A., Girls' Club, Sponish Club, Compass , Secretory Thespians, Intromurols, Honor Roll (4) 40 HADLEY S. NESBITT Many things to keep him busy Astronomy Club, Ouill ond Palm, Compass ', Dramatics Club, French Club. Senior Band, Honor Roll (2) BETTY LEE NEWMAN Puts the pep in pepper Student Council, Secretory-Treasurer G.A.A., Junior Red Cross, F.T.A., Dance Club, Intramurols, Honor Roll (3) SHIRLEY WATTS NOEL An able athlete Astronomy Club, Latin Club, G.A.A., Honor Roll (1) CHARLES KENNETH NORRIS Gets a great deal out of life Dance Club. Crew FRANK CARTER NORVELl Willingly lends o helpful hand Chevrons Club, Spanish Club, Cadets, Perfect Attendance (3) WILLIAM C. NORVELL A superb swimmer Sponish Club, Stomp Club, Chess Club, Intromurals, Track, California; Spanish Club, Debate Club, Honor Roll (2) PATRICIA ANN O'CONNELL Outstanding in friendliness and sincerity Treasurer Sophomore Class, President F.T.A., Debate Club, Mount Vernon; Ouill ond Palm, Ouill and Scroll, Compass , Latin Club, World Events Club, Surveyor , Intramurals, Honor Roll (1) VIRGINIA CORRINE O DONOHUE A joy to all who know her G.A.A., National Junior Honor Society, Ohio; Donee Club, Dramatics Club, French Club, Honor Roll (5) JOHN EDWARD OLIVER Pleasant nonchalance Student Council, Vice-President Mixed Chorus, Donee Club. Varsity Football, Basketboll, Intramurols MARJORIE GARNETT O'NEIL A blithe spirit and carefree manner Dance Club, F.B.l.A. ARNOLD J. OSTROLENK Plays pleasing music Ouill ond Palm, Vice-President Senior 8and, All Stote Bond. German Band, Workshop Bond, President Spanish Club, Honor Roll (5) HAROLD WOODLIEF OUTTEN Scores everywhere Monogram Club, Varsity Football, Varsity Track, Perfect Attendance (3) JOHN EDWARD OVERALL A clever ond ingenious artist Senior 8and, Mixed Chorus, Orchestra, Perfect Attendance (I) ANNA PAPAGEORGE Gracious ond softspoken Treasurer F.H.A., Treasurer library Club, Honor Roll (2) RICHARD LAMAR PARLER Ever ready to do his port World Events Club, Manager Tennis Team, Perfect Attendance (4) ELIZABETH ANN PATERSON An engaging ond winsome manner Booster Club, Dance Club, Intramurals PATRICIA CECELIA PATRICK Ample supply of good cheer Junior Board STANLEY SMITH PATTON Courtesy ond friendliness, his motto Boseboll, Intramurols ROBERT JULIAN PAULY A sense of humor and a heart for sports Dance Club, Monogram Club, Treasurer Spanish Club, Varsity Footboll SANDRA LUEllA PECK A sunny disposition Dance Club, French Club, Secretory Senior Band. Mixed Chorus, Music Club, Surveyor JOSEPH HENRY PERRY Shows true sportsmonship Football, Vorsity Basketball, Varsity Baseball, Perfect Attendance (2) ROBERT FRANCIS PETTI Easy loughter to enliven ony group PATSY LEE FORTNEY PETTIT That indefinable chorm Treasurer Tonnis Club, Treasurer Ping Pong Club, Foils Church; Honor Roll (2) MARY ELLEN PEYTON Fashionable and fun loving Booster Club, ‘Compass , Mixed Chorus, Dance Club, liwski Club, Perfect Attendance (I) ANNE MARR PFINGSTAG Versatile interests for this gal Student Council, library Club, South Carolina; Ouill ond Polm, Astronomy Club, Dance Club, Dramatics Club, French Club, Junior Board, library Club, Mixed Chorus. Honor Roll (4) Members of the newly organized branch of the National Thespians ore Milton Kidd, Vice-President; Tom Beech , President; Rosalind Schrott, Clark; Phyllis Nelson, Secretary; Roy Bragg. Nancy Scott. Absent from picture, Marilyn lowronce. Treasurer. 41 Orchestra seats at last Representatives to Girls' State and Boys' Stole, sponsored by the Amoricon Legion Auxiliary and American Legion, respectively, are chosen by the junior home room teachers on the basis of citizenship, scholarship, and their capability of rep resenting G.W. They spend a week at V.P.I. living in a working atmosphere of th ■ Virginia State Government. Delegates to the sessions in Blacksburg in 1953 were: Kneeling David Hertig. Standing Andy Hamilton, Allen Philippe, Milton Kidd, Tom Beechy. Seated: Lynn Chedester, Elaine Fately, Dorothy Finnegan. Absent from the picture, Don Price ALIEN ROBERT PHILIPPE A wide scope of interests Boys' State. Ooill ond Palm. Surveyor”, Varsity Crew. Honor Roll (3), Perfect Attendance (3) DON CRAVENS PRICE Kindly words ond friendly smiles Student Council, Vice-President Quill ond Palm, Compass , Latin Club, President Spelling Club, Boys' Stole, Tennis. Honor Roll (6) ROSEMARY ANN PUCKETT Derives pleasure from life JOHN W. RICHARDS Keeps things humming Student Council. President Sophomore Closs, Dance Club. Monogram Club. Basketball and football Manager JEAN McRAE RICHARDSON Good remedy for the blues Astronomy Club, Dramotics Club, Spanish Club, Surveyor , Intramurals SYLVIA ANN ROBERTSON Sunshine ond good nature, her trademarks Intramurals, Honor Roll (3) DOLORES VIRGINIA SABATINI Our sparkling, sprightly head majorette Junior Boord, F.B.I.A., Vice-President ond Secretory Mcrjor-ette Club, Head Majorette KERRIE HARRYETTE SANDERS Vigor unoquoled Pep Club, Secretary Spanish Club, Surveyor , World Events Club, Intramurols VIRGINIA MARY SANDS Mirth ond lightheorfedness Spanish Club, Art Club, Californio; Surveyor MARGARET LORETTA SANTMIRE A cheerful smile olways ready Intramurols, Honor Roll (2) SHIRLEY MAE SAPP Soft spoken 'n pleasant F.B.L.A., Mt. Vernon; F.B.l.A. JACK PEEPLES SAUSSY A man among men 42 ANNA LOUISE SCHAEFER Always hardworking Cheerleaders, Glee Club, Washington, D. C.; Dance Club, Intramurols ROSALIND RITA SCHROTT Sparkplug .... full of life Booster Club, Dramotics Club, F.H.A., Girls' Club, Compass , Spanish Club, Scribe Thespians, Intramurols, Honor Roll (I) CHARLOTTE KATHERINE SEMONES An up-to-date lass F.B.l.A., F.H.A. PAUL FRANCIS SHERIDAN A pleasing combination of fine qualities Quill and Palm. Student Council, President Junior Class, Secretary Chevrons Club, Monogram Club, Sober Club, Cadets, Football, Crew, Honor Roll (1) JANET SHIFFLETTE Fun with a sparkle Dance Club, F.B.l.A., liwski Club ZENDA MARIE SHIRK Seen, yet seldom heard Latin Club, Honor Roll (6) BETTY LOU SMITH Lively os bubbles in ginger ole Mixed Chorus WILLIAM LEE SMITH An unassuming nature Cheerleaders, Compass , Dance Club, Music Club LOIS MAY SNYDER An artist in every respect Honor Roll (1) JAMES PETER SOMERS A forward look on life Student Council, Latin Club, Senior Band, Spelling Club, Honor Roll (I), Perfect Attendance (2) CHARLES ROBERT STEWART Delightfully unpredictable Cheerleaders, Dance Club, Senior Band, Surveyor , Perfect Attendance (2) JOHN THOMAS STRICKIANO Man about town Rifle Team, letter Club, Arts and Croftt Club, North Carol inaj little Hatchot , French Club JOSIAH DIRCK STRYKER Strike the drum with a rhythmic beat Ouill and Palm, Dance Club, World Event Club, Senior Band. Crew, Honor Roll (3) MARIIYN ElIZABETH SUTHARD A yen for port F.B.I.A., Intramural JOHN REYNOIDS SUTHERLAND Take life with a grain of alt Football, Track ANN G. SUTLER Patient and thoughtful ARDIENNE ElIZABETH THATCHER Her favorite paitime, pOrt Ouill ond Palm, French Club, Trca urer G.A.A., Honor Roll (I) DEIORES ANN THOMAS Bear good will to all Dance Club, Intramural ROSE MARIE THOMAS An a et to any butine office F.B.I.A., Intramural , Perfect Attendance (5) MARTHA GRACE TURREll Charm to capture many heort Secretary Fre hmon Clou, Secretory Junior Clou, Student Council. Secretary Cheerleaders, Intramural Mahlon Edwards and Shirley King didn't know what they were getting into when they applied to be janitors on Senior Day. VERNON ClAYTON WADE To entertoin, his ambition Spelling Club, Track, Intramural , Honor Roll (2) NICHOLAS ROBERT WAIN Infectious grin, interesting monner Student Council. Sponish Club JAMES PAUL WAITERS Military life, framing hi future ROBERT LEWIS WATTS Success in any language Student Council, Senior Band, French Club, library Club. Junior Red Cross, Honor Roll (1) CAROLE JANE WEBB The guiding light of the Senior Clast President Senior Clot . Secretary Student Council, President Quill ond Palm, Debate Club, Mixed Chorus, Surveyor , President World Events Club, Honor Roll (6) BARBARA ANN WHALEN Reliant and independent G.A.A., Intramural . Honor Roll (I) DAVID LINDSEY WHITESTONE A smile as quick as his wit Student Council, Treasurer Junior Class, Secretary Sophomore Closs, Monogram Club, Football, Trock, Tennis, Intra-murals ELIZABETH WIENECKE A photographer's delight Quill and Palm, Contestants Club, Latin Club, Secretary Little Hotchot , Assistant Manager “Surveyor , World Events Club, Intramurals, Honor Roll (3) MARY ELIZABETH WILLARD A perfect combination of energy and school spirit Dramatics Club, Newspaper, Hopewell, Virginio; Ouill ond Palm, Dramatic Club, Surveyor , Sponish Club, Honor Roll (5) SAM D. wiuETT To succeed in business, his gool Dance Club CAROL MARIAN WILLIAMS Vim, vigor, and vitality lotin Club, librory Club, Pep Club. Secretary G.A.A., Intro-murol . Honor Roll (4) david McClellan williams Sure to be a success in life Student Council. Astronomy Club, Honor Roll (3) SHIRLEY ANN WOOLLS Handy with a typewriter liwski Club, Cadets Summer School Graduates JULIAN THOMAS BOLTON Carefree ond good-natured Spanish Club, Crew Team BARBARA BRYANT A friend in need, indeed JAMES WILLIAM DUMAS A smooth operator Varsity Baseball, Perfect Attendance (3), Honor Roll (2) SALLY ANN MONROTUS A good sport always, all ways liwski Club, F.H.A., Rifle Club 43 Around the corner to graduation JUNIOR CLASS Confer Mn. Mary Snyder, sponsor. Joanne Anderson, Secretary-, Doug Yates, Vice-President, Stuart Knight, Reporter; Alan Reynolds, Treasurer; John Com, President. Undoubtedly, one of the hardest working groups of students in G.W. was the junior class. With Mrs. Snider as sponsor, the class prospered and had many wonderful times. After the class had been organized, a drive was put under way, the goal—one hundred percent membership in the junior class. Although the top mark was not reached, the effort proved nearly successful. The biggest problem confronting the class was how to raise money for the Junior-Senior Prom. The Christmas Hop was the answer. Another responsibility was contributing one hundred dollars toward the publication of the “Compass. Early in the spring, committees began to put their heads together to plan for the big night in May when final tribute would be paid to the departing seniors. '55 seniors had a good start for their final year at G.W. Bruce A .(be I Wary Jane Ackor Joan Adam Tracy Aitcheion Either Alexander Karen Alter Joanno Anderson Julia Andrew Chas. Armstrong Julia Arnott Sidney Arthur Dorit Arti Ann Austin Gloria Baber Joyco Baggett Ann Baker Daniel Barnett Lambert Barnett John Barr Ronnie Bartley David Beach Kathern Beach Nancy Beardslcc Barbara Beasloy 44 Mary Beatty Frances Beavers Pat Beavers Joanne Becker Gay Beckwith Sheila Beckwith Barclay Bell Cecelia Bcrgin Betty Berkcs Maxino Berman Botty Berry John Bibb Dorothy Biser David Bishop Ethel Blaine William Booth Joan Boyd Roy Bragg Carolyn Brawncr Ann Brennan Barbara Brenner Sonny Brinckman Ethlyn Brooks David E. Brown Dav d I. Brown D ane B'own G o' a Brown Patricia Bryant Charlotte Bunch Donna Burch William Burchell Robert Burns Yvonne Burns Samuel B.rier Tommy Caraba o Nancy Carper Cecil Carr Shirley Cary Robert Chafec Judy Chappell Sylvia Chowning Diana Chinn Paula Chitfum Marie Christian Carolyn Clark Nancy Clark Donnis Clarke Audrey Clem Barbara Clift Barbara Cohen 45 Santa s visit to the Christmas Hop Rozann Cohen James Colengelo Carolyn Cole John Cole Fey Collie Pet Comanduras June Comphcr Raymond Conerd Berbere Conley James Conner Ann Cook Jane Corey Marlene Costello Mery Costello John Cox Joyce Crebill Robert Crabill Betty Creel Judy Crone Herry Cross Alii Crowder Judy Crown Charles Cupples Eleanor Curion Pat Custer James Derr Priscilla Davis Faith Dennis S. Derrenbecker Ervin Dodd Annie Dowdy Francis Dudley Bill Duff Lee Duncan Sylvia Dunn Jean Durand Buddy Elkins Donald Elliott Teddy Emigh Phyllis English Phyllis Evans Sylvie Eversoie Charles Fadley J©u Ann Farrell Eleine Ferjly Eileen Ferrell Judy Fisher Ronnie Florence Pat Forbes Craig Fox 46 Edgar Franklin Audrey Frassr Niela Fritter Harry Fulwilljr Sally Furr Charlss Garris Fletie George Mike Gibbon Catharine Gibson Charles Ginsberg Rosemarie Gnucg Clarice Godwin Jimmie Godwin Doris Goldberg Evelyn Goldman Ann Gorman Peggy Grant Roy Gravattt Villard Griffin Judy Gunn Charlotte Hale Davis Hall Bill Hamaker Shirley Hart Pat Harwood Dorothy Heflin Mike Heisley David Hibbcrd Foye Hicks Ann Hobbs Pat Hoffman 8ill Holland Carolyn Holmes tinda Howard Martha Huffman Robert Hura 47 Al innamorato Charlotte Jackson Philip Jackson Val Jackson Elliot James Joan Johnson Shelby Johnson Sonny Johnson Rcn-a Jciner Betty jcnes M. Jefferson Bill Jones Donns Jennings Da t Jones Class rings—symbols of attainment Doris Jones Mac Jones Nancy Jones Robert Kane Sam Kelton lisa Kerbol Stuart Korxton Wilda Kesterson Barbara Kidd Odessa Kirkman John Knight Stuart Knight Ann Krummcs Marlene Langley % a L r. i Q o ft l a a a ... f! q 1 Elsia tanning Jerry LaPiana Tony lash John Layton Betty lee Bill Lee Phyllis Idler Pat leitch Marilyn Lewis Rosanno Liggio Konnoth Lindsay Ricky Litterick Charles Locker Jerry Loftis Philip London Martha Lovelace Lillian Lucas Robert lyndo Stanley Lyons Diane McBride Be’ty McConnell C. McCullough Joyce McWhorter Ailsa Mackenzie Barbara Madison Oowg Mahoney Ruth Ann Marks Barbara Martin Connie Mead Jerry Milam Murray Milton Russ Miner John Moore Virginia Moore Craig orris emc osc 48 J n«t Mom Bom Moton Earle Mountcastle Martha Mullalay Larry Myers John Neal Bill Newell Carole Nixon $ve Nucsso Soaan O'Driscoll Che'les Olasky John O'Mara Ina Sue Ostrow Margaret Owen Joan Owsley Marcella Painter M. Patterson Jamas Payne Joseph Pennell Bim Perry Herb Petitt Betty Philyaw Charles Pierpont Jean P askew JoEsr Price Bobby Proctor Nancy Pruet Roy Poff Bobby Polk Nancy Poss Caroline Potts Betty Powe I Pat Pryor A :e Rannelis Leta RatcWfe Harriet Reback Alan Reynolds Eddie Reynolds Norma Rich William Rich Robert Riddell Dick Rinker June Roberts Peggy Roberts C. Robertson David Roby Pat Rohr Michael Roth Jack Roub Danny Rowcie 19 Moonlight and roses invading the Prom Janet Rush Douglai Ryan Paul Semeth Pat Sceffido Maty Schaefer Adriens Scholl Judy Schultz Howard Schwartz Nancy Jane Scott Ruth Seabrighf Merbury Seaman Alan Sellers Jean Sendlak Gail Saffell Dolly Sheffield fred Sherman Nancy Shirk Robert Shoup Elizabeth Simon Joel Sipes Carol Smith Celia Smiti Harold Smith Jean Smith Marjorie Srni'h Betty Stamps Ronnie Stencil Kerleen Stein Tommy Sternberg Bert Spivy John Sullivan Krystal Summers Wayne Swain Jimmy Swan Marjorie SwensonJill Sykes Sadie Taylor Virginia Tesh Bobby Thacker Rita Theimer Gretta Theis Duby Thompson Julian Thompson Garland Thornti ii John Tomlinson Cora Tothiil Bev Toy Betsy Treiber Dickie Trice Charles Tucker 50 o | £. Q o - - wri mwrn Uttr. CS J-A m 1 .'j ih $ 4 Sam Tucker Dorii Turner Ruitell Ty� on Betty Van Roo Aurelio Varela D. Vonderlippe D. Von Dreau Sarah Vo� Bill Wade Oianrc Waldrep Terry Walker Dave Wallace Alice Wanner Eli . Washburn N. Washington Oon Washerman Eloise Webster T U Seda Wei11 Grace Well Pam Wharton Barbara White Carol White Bonnie Wickline Rudolph Wilka Chick Willard Barbara WIIIlMM N. Williams R. W.ll.ngham Ethel Wolf Kelly Wood Bill Woolf Mack Wray Doug Yates Ann Young Earl Young Janice Young Bill Zierdt irnuiiL WAsniN TbN mImh JGhoOLT 51 Final goal in sight Sarah Myers. Nancy Jones, President; Bernodine Brennan;Frank Myers, Vice-President; Sheldon Peters; Ann Brennan; Catherine Gibson. Judy Kinert; Mary Williams; Ella Lee. Abjcnt from picture, Julio Andrews, Secretory,- Doug Ryan, Treasurer. The Bible Club was newly organized this year, and was sponsored by Mr. Hensel Miller. To enlarge the students’ spiritual outlook, religious movies were shown. Led by President Nancy Jones, it participated in the Youth for Christ rally. The Junior Board planned all the activities of the junior class. It was made up of a representative from each of the fifteen junior home rooms and the officers of the class. These students met in the club room during activities period to discuss the class business and plans for the year and then reported to their home rooms the business carried on at the board meetings. The first project of the year for these hard working juniors was the membership drive to sell every member a class card. One hundred dollars of the money earned this way was given to the “Compass.” The rest was used tc help finance the Christmas Hop and the biggest event of the year, the Junior-Senior Prom. The board members worked many long hours with their theme, “Moonlight and Roses, to make the prom one which would long be remembered. 52 JUNIOR BOARD: Row l: Doug Yates, Joanne Anderson, John Cox, Alan Reynolds. Row 2 Carolyn Clark, Esther Alexander, Barbara Madison, Carole Nixon, Marcie Painter. Row 3: Joan Owsley, Barbara Beasley, Marilyn Lewis, June Roberts. Row 4: Bob Riddell. Lee Duncan, Jimmy Conner, Stuart Knight. Opening the door to Juniorship SOPHOMORE CLASS The sophomore class marched through the doors of progress in 1954. They had several different undertakings. One of these was distributing the sophomore class cards, which had never before been given out. These blue cards were given to each of the tenth graders. However, the main project was that of collecting toys from all members of the student body for foster welfare children recommended by the city board. This met with great success and gave the sophomores confidence to go on to bigger things in their junior year. Marshall Hendorton, President, Mrs. Mary Butcher. Sponsor; Martha Duke. Secretary; Nancy Moore, Vice-President. Puss Dunn, Treasurer. ROOM 125: Row I.- Pegina Burton, Shirley Brandt, Pat Austin, Janet Lunceford, Carol Eblen, Jo Ann Hughes, Roe hel Newman, Sandra Cone. Bow 2 Charles Baber, Tommy Porker, William Mo or, Joyce Witt, Carol Gauthier, Nancy Mesnig, Charles Dunn, Charles Odoroff. Bow 3 Terry Layer, Bussell Moson, Jimmy How-thome, Cortez Leuterio, Bernard Loeb, Ed Sanderson, Baymond Poole. ROOM 142: Row I: John Catlett, Bay Shipley, Donald Kaus, Kenneth Phillips, Ellsworth Lane, John Williamson, Alan Bowdish, Tony Borentine, Noel Walter. Bow 2: Donald Lemon, Fred Stoats, Paul Bitenour, Bobert Gerber, Earle Sims, Pat Henry, Joe Sheldon, Anthony Antonioli, Gerry Me-Boe. Bow 3: Billy Plott, George Coburn, Jerry Lawler, Thomas Gore, Wayne Stewart, Bobert Garland, Johnny Weaver, Tucker Gray, Bill Sisson, Philip Swenson, Bobby Hedrick. 53 Prexie rooters ROOM 202: Row I: Jane Bryant, Roslyn Kleinman, Lois Entwisle, Eleanor Hill, Jacqueline Grovatto, Jane Padgett, Mary Catherine Berry, Joyce Cockrell, Dianna Major. Row 2; David Miller, Thomas Edolen, Carolyn Johnson, Jackie Murray, Rilda Furman, Judith Kinort, Joy Potter, Jimmie Williams, Gregory Morih. Row 3: Clay Lyons, Monk Reynolds, Tyree Gryd-er, Mike Downey, Jimmy Harris, Alfred Judd, Eddie Wood, Tommy Rhodes, Jim Loo. ROOM 228: Row 1: Jeon Duncan, Elaine Woolf, Barbara Churn, Kathryn Fowler, Nancy London, Carol Cochrane, Doris Tucker, Judy Sonosky. Row 2: Coroiyn Spinks, Penny Kinnard, Jean Fairfax, Connie Le Fevre, Andree Spillers, Nancy Mon-cure, Nancy Coggins, Helen Pals, Kay Kampe. Row 3. Anthony Beale, Roger Thor-nett, Marshal Leef, John Smith, John Higginbotham, Daniel Marston, Richard Putnall, Thomas Hayden. ROOM 343: Row I Ann White, Pot Pollard, Joan Woldvogel, Lucilo Cooney, Jo Ann Shade, Pat Sillex, Dorothy Leach, Pat Dee, Janet Regan, Helen Ham-mcrslcy, Joan Fitton. Row 2: Delores Taylor, Janice Stephens, Betty Hockett, Nancy McCauley, Dorothy McClary, Faye Sutler, Joan Novak, Lillian Stewart, Sandra Smith, Pot Pulley, Janet Edge. Row 3: Boyd Rucker, Donald Motley, Warren Boland, Bob Seeley, John Gary, Franklin Payno, Bobby Morris, Billy Cleary, Edward Pu'.mon. 54 SHOP 8: Row I: Jim Fur-chess, Charles McKinney, Richard Chichester, Kenneth Henry, Pete Latimer, Bob Chopline, Roborf Lanham. Row 2: William Bourne, Edwy Reeves, Ranny Boyer, Bob Macdonald, Dicky Wright, Morlo Dolancey, Bennord Marshall. Row 3: Clarence Milam, David Gladden, Wayne Robey, Robbie Fowlor, Eugene Gardner, Charles McKenney. SHOP 9: Row 1 Frank Carr, Frank Atliliis, Clarence Ludlow, Wayne Deovers, Gone Kopp, Buddy Arnold, Buddy Crockett. Row 2 Guj Williams, John Phelps, Charles Briel, Bobby Hardesty, David Simms, Gene Hale. Row 3: Richard McKenney, Charles Kirby, Tommy Mills, Tommy Sykes, Bobby Mow-yor, Bobby Proctor. ROOM 115: Row 1: Pot Murphy, Bertha Willingham, Darlene Moore, Ann Garland, Suo Dabelsteon, Judy Choszar, Joanino Mauck, Carolyn Haislip, Nancy Moore. Row 2. James Keck, James Poole, Frank Mohon-ey, Jim Lamport, Carolyn Kelton, Bobby Dove, Tommy Wcadon, Thomas Rodda, Bill Stanley. Row 3: Herbert Wood, Robert Caldwell, Jim Wilson, Richard King, James Simpson, Robert Granlund, Allan Bugg, Larry Gatos, Howe Brown, Barry Yost, Thomas Bailie!, Hov ord Meyer. 55 From equations to circles ROOM 120: Row I: Ellen Burton, Phyllis Washburn, Trudy London, Beverly Barnes, lauro Di Joseph, Carol Bcoslcy, Sorah Camp-boll, Doris Hardy, Gloria Tolson, Nancy Estep. Row 2: Barbara Spoone, Beryl Howard, Jo Milam, Shirley Lillard, Martha Mawyer, Audrey Welborn, Jone Finnegan, Jackie Rhine, Diana Granberry, Roslyn Stein-bach, Morion Malcolm. Row 3: Son Millstein, Wilbur Smith, James Long, Robert Blak more, Jim Graham, Richard Riley, Buzzy Needham, Glen Edmonds, Jack Patrick, Bob Rodgers, Cor Costle, Dave Duke. ROOM 212: Row 1: Pot Dougloss, Nancy Lomont, Colleen Moseley, Marcia Portcrfiold, Annette Massey, Linda Klavcness, Frances McLone, Sharon Todd. Row 2; Sue Crommolin, Diane Bowman, Peggy Blanchard, Lois Porks, Nancy Stewart, Grit Blumenthal, Pal Johnson, Jennie Jewell. Row 3: John McElroy, Hammond Myers, Johnnie King, Melvin Coo perman. Zone Fulton, Bill Shu, John Compton, Robert Mylechraine. ROOM 224: Row I- Lois Kidd, Joan Williams, Diane Pfliegor, Mary Reedy, Bor boro Avery, Karen Potts, Mary Sargent, Gloria Goldstein. Row 2: Randy Moore, Charlos Hill, Barbara Brecar, Sally Ballance, Alice Sobot-ka, Nitha Cloud, Donis Branscom, Barbara Disalvo, Dorothy Alcorn, Pat Russell. Row 3: Gordon Silcox, Bartley Gordon, Tom Dittmor, Gordon Baldwin, Frank Long, Robert Morgan, George Potts, Bernard Williams, John Seaman, Bob Williams, Pete McCurdey, Donald Carl. 56 ROOM 226: Row I. Mary Williams, Patti Hawkins, Carole Gonder, Corley McDonald, Jean McDonald, Joan Hubbard, Sallie Reese, Joan Burch, Janice Vitale, Mary Ann Britt. Row 2 Mary Alice Benedict, Pot Elliott. Loretta Less, Barbara Ash-burn, Barbara Gregory, Dana Brenner, Effio Campbell, Patricio Curran, Pat Little, Bette Cox. Row 3: Gene Brisach, Albert Mils-ter, James Pitt, Bill Davidson, Wesley McDowell, Tom Do to Flour, Freddy Will, Francis Shunk, Darrell Rice. ROOM 234: Row I Deanna Kendrick, Roberto Jones, Doris Smith, Jackie Sullivan, Josephine Rinoldo, Eleanor Lucas, Doris Mooney, Pat Ferguson, Linda Walden. Row 2: Jerry White, Ruth Bartlett, Carolyn Nesselrodt, Jean Kennedy, Marg McDonald, Thelma Hall, JoElta Hill, Barbara Terry, Carolyn Holland, Ed Green. Row 3: Robert Sisson, George Butt, Marshall Henderson, Robert Clark, Robert Frederick, Eugene Willey, Ronald Aro-now. Dale Shaffer, Dale Davies, Lammor Smith, Charles Snyder ROOM 236: Row J; Sherran Vierling, to Etta Ellison, Pat Rowles, Sarah Wolford, Lou Herron, Janet Blackwell, Judy Dunn, Peggy Wade. Row 2.- Larry Mahoney, Nancy Davidson, Myrna Dodd, Barbara Campbell, Jane Aurell, Janet Kirtley, Margie Garrett, Tucker Heilman, Sue Huie. Row 3: Randy McDonald, Tommy Reese, Larry Bolton, Charles Gravotte, Dennis Sullivan, William Schoech, Mike O'Donnell, Robert Miller, Dred Poole, Al Schneider, Edward Renner, Edward Goldberg. 57 From frogs to flowers ROOM 242: Row ?: Barbara Hart, Barbara Miller, Joyce Herndon, Ellen White, Joan Smith, Harriet Grimes, Barbara Lone, Barbora Monday, Shirley Hall. Row 2: Barbara Barnes, Dolores Long, Eorline Sisson, Betty Madison, Shirley Briel, Deanna Plotzky, Hilda Cockrell, Jeannette Bowie, Joan Sillex, Nila Kay Lyles. Row 3: Janice Collum, Lavra Lemon, Jerry Kauffmon, Donald Granlund, Mickey Katz, John Cloud, Bill Dowdy, Joyce Mudd, Sondro Mews. ROOM 314: Row J; Frances Henderson, Marie Williams, Mary Lou Taylor, Mary Anne Herr, Judy Nesbitt, Betty Burress, Anita Brinckmann, Moron Mortensen, Carol Dixon, Goyle Jamison. Row 2: Bill King, Warren Helwig, Mary Alice Bealke, Peggy Gore, Vivian Shiflett, Mary Ann Daniel, Nancy Richardson, Molly Moore, LeRoy Burrows, Jerry Lewis. Row 3. Michael Tomalin, Robert Diehl, Edwin Currie, David Pope, Bill Hogan, Stephen Pye, Jimmy Hines, Bill Smith, Michael Wright, Robert Frutchey, Dave Uhler, Robert Hill. ROOM 324: Row J Noncy Housum, Jane Vos, None Davis, Ann Chamberlain, Mary Alcorn, Janice Stew-or;, Lucy Samler, Joan Godfrey, Nancy Smith Row 2 Frances Chamberlain, Sue Hite, Margaret McGhee, Anne Briggs, Rebecca Davis, Dorothy Peterson, Martha Duke, Penny West, Phoebe Greenloaf. Row 3 Robert Totten, Michael Tate, Joe Tibbets, Ned Landis, William Matthews, John Bern-hard, Francis Treger, Goorge Huffman, Peter Knowles, Roger Bullene. John Borton. 58 Fresh outlook FRESHMAN CLASS Freshmen, who have always been the “future of any school, proved themselves to be a promising part of G.W. this year. They readily joined clubs and gave their loyal support at football, basketball, and baseball games and track meets. They even showed great interest in the crew races. The class was sponsored by Miss Elizabeth Thrift. While members learned much scholastically during their first year, they also grew to know each other better. To get acquainted with old timers they went to a get-acquainted dance given by the Student Council last fall. Robert Hughes, Earnest Blaine, Beverly Herbert, and Teddy Arthur, newcomers to G.W., pass through the auditorium doors to recoive info on their new school from Joel Sipes. SHOP 5: Row I: Jack Wfiilmer, Edward Mills, David Melbach, Charlie Winkler, Joseph Bull-man, Terry Morgan, Charles Scruggs. Row 2. Lorry Goepel, Melvin Terry, Y arron Zimmerman, John Gipson, Frank Sof-folle, Russell Benhoff, Donald Chauncey. Row 3 Bobby Harris, Edward Mills, David Nelbach, uels, David Rife, Leonard Cornelius. 59 New things every day ROOM 110: ROW 1: Sally Joan, Becky Knight, Elaine Martin, Barbara Marston, Barbara Nolan, Barbara McCarthy, Edna Gipe, Barbara Jackson. Row 2. Michael Cohen, Jock Brittain, Eleanor long, Joanne Gladden, Stolla Pridgen, Paulino Pavono, Horry Dempsey, Scott Hyre, Van Slaymaker. Row 3: Jim Gadonas, Gory Foster, James Cobb, Phil Yotes, Lylo Gannon, Frank Ballenger, Jimmie Farrall, Bobby Agner, Malcolm Peverill, Robert Ezzell, Dave Winklor. ROOM 118: Row ): Helen Biller, Barbara Showers, Bottv Johnson, Iris Kern, Betty Bowling, Betty Steele, Pat Spinks. Row 2: Dole Hoberg, Rhode Amor-ky, Karon Dolonco, Anne Adams, Sue Smith, Barbara Lewis, Thelma Bowles, Francis Petitt. Row 3: Melvin loach, David Work, Bruce McArtor, Skootor Langley, Ted Ritter, Dave Kerlin, Jell Ailcheson, Robert Fox, Clifton Burch, Bobby Ramos. ROOM 124: Row I: Harry Mulkey, Betty Cleveland, Marilyn Trent, Sandra Seay, Nancy George, Kathryn Hall, David Holland. Row 2 David Waltman, Alan Abramson, Carroll English, Gene Beavers, Kendall Moffeti, V illiam Page. Row 3: Bob Foote, John Moore, Miko Ramey, Jomes Kerr, Carl Garrison, William Vaughn, Donald Hinkle. 60 ROOM 200: Row 1. Eugenio Pruitl, Gay Ann Bowman, Barbara Flick, Bette Scott, Barboro Purdy, Velma Cameron, Belly Montgomery, Borboto Hamilton. Row 2. Elite Michelbach, Carol Taylor, Pita Easloy, Ruth Redmond, Ethel Meeks, Dione Knowles, Sylvia Sear, Barbara Price. Row 3. Theodore Young, Gene Ross, Tommy Ramey, William Lyons, Oliver Beolo, Jerry Corso, Robert Rasmussen. ROOM 230: Row I: Zella Mahoney, Patricia Howell, Frances Gaskill, Barbara Hoge, Jean Pennington, Cecile Nunnally, Helen Paterson. Row 2: Tommy O rndorU, Elizabeth Gann on, Loretta V ells, Phyllis Groves, Ann McIntosh, Faith Pettey, Barbara Sanchez, Ralph Price. Row 3. Christopher Walz, Raymond Glover, David Burks, Billy Dawson, Wayne Rudy, Gene Noll, Kenneth Barrett, Walter Gray, Mike Brown. ROOM 312: Row ?: Jean Monger, Edwina Barrett, Kathleen Roddo, Delores Gerber, Barbara Hyde, Pot Watts, Barboro Kidwell. Row 2. Jackie Nece, Jeannette Herbert, Frances Howard, Patsy Griggs, Anne Bason, Croce Suthard, Sandro Kerr. Row 3. Matt Middlebrooks, Rober� Robinson, Douglas Butler, Richard Moy, Grady Snapp, Joseph Arnott, Ross Hunt, Eddie Dyson, Bobby Dickens. 61 Traffic jams between classes SHOP 4: Row J Rudy Gasser, Gordon Miller, Tommy Lucas, Jim Fike, Drayton Tyloo, Donald Sloper. Row 2 Charles Baker, Donny Wicker, John Timberlake, John Dickerson, Anthony Davis, Jerry Smith. Row 3. Doug Murphy, Jason Ginn, John Rudd, Stophen Woo Us, Earnest Courbron. CAFETERIA T: Row 1; Gail Collins, Loretta Leong, Janet Dove, Gwen Duehring, Donna Bern-osok, Clydie Lou Brown, Ruth Ann Cauble, Joyce Oakos. Row 2. Barbara Tedford, Linda Wot-kins, Saundra Emigh, Marilyn Kreuger, Ann Fischer, Nancy Russell, Lee Ann Gorondalo. Row 3: Paula Luther, Peggy Dowdy, Carol Lee Horvey, Lola Daniels, Diane Courbron, Joan Farroro, Frances Rogers. ROOM 114: Row I. Karla Greer, Willodeon Frazier, Elaine Thai-mer, Ann Gorham, Mary Dona huo, Brooke Picot, Liz Baumgardner, Dorothy Abel, Judy Goldchien, Ruth Shifflott. Row 2: John Phillips, Billy Miller, Robert Dow, Donny Alexander, Mike Willingham, Terry DeWitt, Mike Nelson, Bill Dorr, Robert Mueller, Huey Herring, James Mills. Row 3. Douglas Moffett, Eddie Hopkins, Dovid Milton, Henry Payne, Frank Truesdale, Ronald Buckler, William Schul-thors, Charles Swisher, Peter Schultz. 62 ROOM 117: Row I. Down Gulley, Jean Beach, Noncy Washburn, Lindo Moler, Solly Gorman, Betty Gaines, Jo Ann Smith, Peggy Gregg, Pat Fitzgerald, Anne Morgan. Row 2: James Briel, Kermit Thacker, Joan Lillord, Sandra Wells, Margie Woflcin , Lindo Pierpoint, Rosemarie Castle, Paulo Anderson, Robert Bower, Corlyn Oakos. Row 3: Ward Burns, David Stryker, Richard Burn, Edmund Olfnor, Walt Densmorc, Robcrf Groy, William West, Marvin Beach, Robert Cassedy, Orville Brandt. ROOM 122: Row 1 Virginia Rub-Ice, Louise Iverson, Joan Peikin, Barboro Turner, Ann Furr, Hazel Corbin, Sue Russell, Barboro Yah-asz, Barbara Hall. Row 2 Owen Porter, Mary Jo Scheer, Kim Griffin, Margaret Walker, Rose Barber, Frances Naylor, Bette Clark, Philip Montague. Row 3. James Day-mude, Lezley Russell, Tommy Heil-ig, James Steele, Milton Rodgers, Richard Rothwell, Lawrence Jacobs, Josoph Middleton, John Botelis, Thomas Bock. ROOM 127: Row I: Leo Loiland, Elwood Hibberd, Susan Hart, Jo Ann Mitcholl, Margot Hutcheson, Karon Holmes, Jeonnefle Horner, Charles Simpson, Robert Sinn. Row 2: Charles Petit!, Bob Simpson, Herbert Costello, Bob Rind, Wil-Ham Bowling, Gory Stansbury, Edwin Hall, Bobby logon, Norman Monn Moon, Bob Stine. Row 3-John McCarthy, Aubrey Moore, Russ Sams, Mike Goldborg, Alox Halber, Jim Anderson, Richard Stanley, Roger Burba. 63 Tickets to the elevator ROOM 136: Row I: Katherine Harrup, Charlotte Ranck, Patrice McCarthy, Undo Marsden, Mary Muench, Barbara Crompton, Patricio Baker, Beverly Curbo, Anne Soffelle. Row 2: William Hill, Lenn Derrenbacker, Jim Maxlield, Dick Moore, Donald Bragg, Kenneth Prince, Ronnie Muncy, Robert Fewell, Gut Hendricks, David Martin. Row 3: James Blankenbaker, Richard Carter, Fred Thorlin, Neil Hein, Beverly Lee Glass, Bob Garda, Buddy Mawyer, R. 0. Callander, Barry Roberson. ROOM 144: Row ?; Lawrence Coldren, James McClain, Bobby Lowman, Barry Wolf, John Pa-pageorge, James Hudgins, John Lilly, Ray Pulley, Frank Phelps. Row 2: Richard Lynch, Bruce Gallahan, Louis Lee, Franklin Duncan, John Moreci, Ken Pridgen, James Dakeman, Jeffrey Barnes, Joel Futral. Row 3: Ben Clark, Frank Waldron, Frank Cosimano, Mike Delne-gro, John Welch, David Lehman, George Gather, Gail Bur-chell, David Craig, Michael Rohr. ROOM 210: Row I Ruth Ann Buckner, Mimi Tieman, Barbara Walston, Joan Nolan, Nellie Evans, Janice Keel, Catherine Philippe, Hope Paulson, Pal Fitzgerald. Row 2. Suion Bailey, Sally Shealy, Barbara Robey, Shirley Mae Simms, Nancy Monkin, Carole Durrett, Leah Kilroy, Susan Councilor, Hope Abner, Dianne law, Elaine Stiller. Row 3 Michael Henry, Corwin Kemper, Benjamin Beitzell, James McClonahan, Johnny DcMorr, Frank Pratt, Robert Cole, Bob Norris, Mike Witt. 64 ROOM 225: Row J Paula McCullough, D olores Warren, Margie Shepard, Leslie Thomas, Janet Raynes, Alicia Co ji gas, Stella Saussy, Ellon Cook, Sylvia Sluss, Pat Lewis, Katherine Roomy. Row 2: Larry Fisher, Woyne Oehmann, Janet Spittle, Gerry Lucido, Mrytle Carpenter, Shirley Pemberton, Nancy Ozment, Tommy Ryan, Gene Tomlinson. Row 3: William Ramey, Everett Greenwood, Bart Reid, Tommy Smith, Graham Hitt, George Stewart, Gary Baggott, Dovid Wolf-lord, Jimmy Stewart, David Abercrombie. ROOM 232: Row 1; Jan Kossell, Mary Lou Huobl, Rosemary Pugh, Connie Heimonn, Louise Renner, Marianne Lewis, Emily Godwin, Karen Wilson, Judy Walter, Edith Geer. Row 2: Jerry Rowzie, Horace Howerton, Ralph Pumphrey, Belch-en Litterick, Deanna Shunk, Clara Nell Price, Martha Lombard, John Reighter, Bill Thornott, Charles Bryant. Row 3: Edward Ashelford, Larry Kreidor, Gerald File, Bucky Poole, George Bush, Hernando Mora, Buzz Bossart, Jock Dumas, Micky Riscigno. ROOM 243: Row I Barbara Doughtie, Nadine Fu er, Roberta Armstrong, Soundra Scott, Nancy Lloyd, Sally Hole, Gerry Moran, Pat McCormick, Gloria Boyer, Joyce Dawson Row 2 Chor'es Holman, Cecelia Gordon, Clair Fleet, Joyce Bunch, Marguerite Doss, Goil King, Marilyn Burnside, Donna Dibble, Audrey Hubbard, George Stockes. Row 3: Bill Dalkin, Tony Do Id, John Kohler, Frank Reed, Stanley Harrison, Jim Reynolds, Bobby Gibbs, Donald Boone, John Perry, Alfred Kastner. 65 Getting to like you, G.W. ROOM 327: Row 1: Marie Picciolo, Dorothy Snyder, Barbara Mills, Sarah Braun, Dorothy Cockrill, Ann McCain, Pat McKelleget, Susie Monger, Carmen Arehart. Row 2: Shirley Peyton, Mary Teresi, Phyllis Coffman, Nancy Mor , Louise Littlepage, Marion Thacker, Martha fanning, Barbara Burner, Vida Kenk. Row 3: Alice Humphrey, Eva Shehabi, Ethel Fowler, Norma Engberg, Sylvia Poland, Ruth Docey, Mory Grooves, Shirley Finney. ROW 330: Row 1: Mary Lynn, Jean Minor, Lisa Putnam, Harriet Coflin, Carolyn Bustard, Phyllis Kersey, Patsy Kirkman, Barbara Hatton, Bernardino Brennan. Row 2. Warren Martin W elby McArfor, Karl Watts, Doris Ash, Betty Poates, Marian Carl, Joan Rupprecht, Joe Maiden, George Goodman, Jim Cultice. Row 3: Jerry Evans, Chuck Torpy, Robert Stoy, Monfy Draper, Hugh West, Willis Whichard. Wayne Walker, Phil Hole, Paul Clarke, Billy Fidler. ROOM 332: Row J Sue How ard, Sandro Fulwider, Jean H a m m i 11, Gail Fitzpatrick, Gloria Liggio, Dolores Tucker, Sandy McCullough, Patricia Neher Row 2 Elizabeth Montgomery, Marge Morgan, Sandra Kidd, Bonnie Frazer, Pippo Feddersen, Nancy Garland, Janice Jefferson, Judy Scott, Ella Lee. Row 3: William Huebl, Melvin Fortney, David Nim-mer, Richard McDonold, Richard Harlow, John Julian o, John Nelson, Sheldon Peters, James LaFevre, Billy Garrison. 66 Through work and play Well, Goorgo is down for o visit. Bill Sykes, Wilda Kesterson, and Nina Collins hold a conversation with George in the main hall. Santo Claus receives a helping hand from the sophomore class os Mory Alice Crump, Betty Madison, Barbara Barnes, and Nancy Moore wrop Christmas packages for him to give to needy children. Facu Ity 68 Through these doors . . . faculty lunchroom conversations . . . exams and red pencils . . . an apple a day . . . hurdles they helped us over . . . 69 Those who influence us most MR. EDGAR G. PRUET, Principal If a visitor were to judge G. W. by its principal, Mr. Edgar G. Pruet, who has been here eight years, he would get a picture of warm, friendly efficiency. Under his direction, with the help of Mr. Garner and Mrs. Tolbert, Dean of Boys and Dean of Girls respectively, a student body of over eighteen hundred runs smoothly. MRS. JOSEPHINE TOLBERT Assistant Principal in Charge of Girls MR ROBERT R. GARNER Assistant Principal in Charge of Boys FACULTY G.W. has one of the largest faculties in the area. A big slice of it is composed of teachers, while the rest is made up of the principal, assistant principals, nurse, and librarians. Besides their regular classes, they participated in many other activities. On Friday nights during the football season, they sold and collected tickets. Others worked on various committees, sponsored clubs, supervised merit halls, chaperoned dances, sold school rings, produced plays, and helped in the publication of the school magazine, newspaper, and yearbook. Waiting to moke morning announcements with Mr. Pruet are Barbara Price, Gordon Silcox, Lynn Chedester, and Adrienne Thatcher. 70 MISS JEAN WHITE Guidance Director, College Night. MISS LYNNWOOD KINDER, Guidance Counselor Colloge Night. MR RAYMOND SANGER. Guidance Counselor, Ticket Committee, Cops and Gowns, Dance Committee, Collego Night. MISS STEWART JONES, Guidance Counselor Compass Literary Sponsor, College Night. GUIDANCE Miss White, head of the Guidance Department, is the counselor for the seniors; Miss Jones, the juniors; Miss Kinder, the sophomores; and Mr. Sanger, the freshmen. Each gives personal, educational, and occupational guidance to the students of G.W. SECRETARIES: Mrs. Esther Kennedy, Mrs. Mary Ellen Baber, Miss Helen Jones. Did you know that 1860 G.W.-ites have 489 steps to climb, 900 cafeteria seats on which to sit, 25 clocks to watch, 2,078 lockers and 230 doors to open? They can take 94 subjects under 86 teachers and sit in 986 auditorium seats. During the football season they can cram themselves somewhere into the 390-foot grandstands to watch G.W. games. Shown helping students who didn't quite moke the bell ore Miss Boker and Marcello Pointer. Here is the happy and efficient attendance office staff, Miss Ethel Baker, and Mrs. Margaret Bibb, hard at work. 71 They open doors for inquiring minds W I fM rl Air . J. Anderion ond Air . J. Garris admire the art exhibits displayed by Mrs. King's art classes on Back-to-School Night. MRS. ELIZABETH ALLPORT Mathematics. MISS MILDRED BANE Music, Music Club Sponsor. MR. PETER BABICH Social Studies, Athletic Committee. MISS KATHERYNE BAUGH Social Studies, World Events Club Sponsor. MR. GEORGE BAGBY English Department Head, Public Speaking Club Sponsor, Senior Commencement Director, Faculty Council, Superintendent's Advisory Council, Literary ond Forensic Contests Coordinator MRS MARY BUTCHER Business, Sophomore Class Sponsor, Finance Committee MISS DOLLY CALLAHAN Sociol Studies Department Head, Debofe Club Sponsor, Quill and Polm Sponsor, Senior Frolics MISS BARBARA CARPENTER English, Y-Teen Sponsor. AIR HENRY CAUGHRON Physical Education, Football Cooch, Track Cooch, Cross-Country Track. MISS ELEANOR CURRIN English, Double-Barred Cross Society Sponsor. MRS. VIRGINIA DOUGHERTY Social Studies, College Night, Chaperon Committee MR. CHARLES DRURY Shop, Surveyor and little Hatchet Printer. 72 MRS. RUTH ELGIN Sociol Studio . Donee Committee. MISS SUE FIORANCE Science. MR. ROBERT FUNESTI Distributive Educotion, Assistont Basketball Coach, Tennis Coach, Dance Club Sponsor, School Store Sponsor. MISS NATALIE ETHERIDGE Physical Education, Junior Dance Club Sponsor, Senior Dance Club Sponsor. MR. JAMES FORD Science, Football Coach, Assistant Track Coach, Monogram Club Sponsor. MISS CHRISTOBEl GATES Science. Hobby Club Sponsor. MRS. BETTY GILBERT English and Journalism, Surveyor” Sponsor, Ouill and Scroll Sponsor, Surveyor Club Sponsor, little Hotchet Sponsor MRS. DOROTHEA HARRISON Dramatics and English, Dramatics Club Sponsor. MISS ALBERTA GRANT Fronch, French Club Sponsor MRS. JANE HASTINGS Business. MR. RICHARD GREENE Business, Senior Dance Club Sponsor. MISS BLANCHE HELM library. MR. GEORGE GROVE Shop, Faculty Council, Athletic Committee, Photography Club Sponsor. MISS EDNA HELM Business, School Bank. MISS EUNICE GUIll English, Star” Scholastic Contest. MISS JEAN HERDE Physical Education. Cheerleaders Sponsor. Seventh period stretch One, two, three, hike! Joan Hamlet goes from cheerleader to football player on Senior Day as her fellow teammates. Miss Hubbard, Miss Herde, and Miss Etheridge wait for the ball. MRS. MADELINE Hill Mathematics, School Rings. MISS LORRAINE HUBBARD Physical Education, G.A.A. Sponsor. MR. WIUIAM HILLMAN Science, Senior Class Co-Sponsor, Ticket Committee, Cofctcrio Supervision. MRS. EDITH HUSSEY English, Sophomore Sponsoring Committee. MRS. WAPEllA HOUCHINS Mathematics. MISS HELEN IDDINGS Mathematics, Student Council Sponsor. MR. FRANK KAPRIVA Science, Football Coach Ticket Committee, Chaperon Committee. MR. CHESTER KEMP Science. Ticket Committee, Senior Class Co-Sponsor. MISS CHARLENE KIRACOFE longuage Deportment Head, Latin Club Sponsor, longuage Assembly, Senior Frolics. MISS LUOLLE KEETON English. MRS. ELEANOR KING Art, little Hatchet Sponsor, Advisory Committee. MR. JOHN LARSEN Shop, Stage Production Committee, Public Address System Supervisor. The student body and faculty deeply regret the passing of MRS. MADELINE C. HILL on April 8, 1954. Mrs. Hill had been a member of the faculty since 1946. MR. IRVING IINDSEY Mothemotics Deportment Hcod, Senior Clou Sponsor, Compost Business Sponsor, Athletic Commit lee. MRS. AGNES LIPSCOMB English, Spelling Club Sponsor. MRS. CLARICE LYNN English on d Spanish, Co-Sponsor Latin Club. MISS KATHERINE McElROY Mothemotics, Faculty Remembronce. ■’Compass'' Advertising Sponsor. MRS. GRACE McGILVRAY Business, Majorettes Club Sponsor. MR. JOSEPH McGOWAN Shop, Athletic Committee. miss mary McKinney English, Faculty Council, Advisory Committee. MR. HENSEL MILLER Shop. Gote Committee, Bible Club Sponsor. MR. PAUL MACKEY Social Studies, Advisory Committee, Caps and Gowns, Ticket Committee, Hall Supervision. MR. ARCHER MllllCAN Science Department Head, Quill and Palm. Faculty Adviser, General Supervision. MISS ELIZABETH MacMANUS English, ’’little Hatchet’ Sponsor. MRS. MARY MORELAND Science, Faculty Council, Advisory Council. MISS THELMA MADDOX Mothemotics. MR. MAURICE NICHOLS Social Studies, Foculty Council, Ticket Committee, Dance Committee. MR. FRANK MARINO Physical Education, Freshman Bosketboll Coach, Donee Club Sponsor, Intramural Athletics. MRS. MARGARET ORROCK Business. Really human after all ■ MR. STEPHEN OSISEK P h y s i c o I Educotion, Assistant Footboll Cooch, Boskctball Coach. MR. SIMON PAINTER Social Studios, J. V. Footbol Coach, Head Baseball Coach. MRS. MARY PARKER Home Economics Depart men! Head, F.H.A. Co-Sponsor, American Education Week Chairman. Mrs. Seay shows Mrs. Dougherty one of t.'ie faculty fovorites offer a recent poll taken of the faculty taste in reading. MISS GRACE PATCH COIONEI GEORGE Sociol Studies, Advisory PATRICK Council, Executive Board. Military Deportment. MISS MARGARET POWEtl Mathematics and French, School Rings. MR. F. VAUGHN PUITZ B u s i n e s s. Finance Committee, School Treasurer. MR. HARRY RICER Shop, J.V. Baseball. MISS MARGIE ROBERTSON English, 'little Hatchet'' Sponsor. MRS. IILIIAN SANGER Mathematics, Dance Committee. MRS. RUTH SCHULTZ Business, Junior Red Cross Sponsor. 76 MRS. MARY SEAY library, library Club Sponsor. MRS. MERCEDES SIMPSON Sociol Studies. Co-Sponsor of the Music Club, Faculty Council. MRS. WATKINS SMITH Business Department Head, F.B.l.A. Sponsor. MISS SYLVIA SOMERS English, Senior Dance Club Co- Sponsor. MR. ROY SMITH Bond, Music Club Sponsor. MRS. MARY SNIDER English, Junior Closs Sponsor, F.T.A. Sponsor, Student Awards. MRS. THELMA STANTON Spanish, Assembly Committee. MISS PHYLLIS TAYLOR Home Economics, Social Committee, F.H.A. Co-Sponsor. MISS UNIS WOODWARD English, Faculty Remembrance. MISS ELIZABETH THRIFT Mathematics, Cap and Gown Committee Chairman, Freshman Closs Sponsor. MRS. VIRGINIA CARR, R.N. School Nurse. MRS. MARION VAN SAUN Spanish, Spanish Club Sponsor. MRS. NELLIE CLAYTON Librarian. MISS LULA WHITTAKER Science, Astronomy Club Sponsor. MRS. ANNE DANIEL School Dietitian. MISS LUCY WILLIAMS Mathematics, Faculty Council, Chess Club Sponsor. MISS JEAN SHAW Orchestra. Cadets 78 Through these doors . . . the blast of rifles . . . plans for the Regimental Ball . . . practicing and demonstrating drills on the stage . . . inspection of dress uniforms . . . 79 Brass buttons and shiny shoes Both Colonel and Mrs. Patrick have seen much o.' the world at home and abroad during the Colonel's army service. Now retired, Colonel Patrick devotes his talents and experience to training young men and women in military service and in the arts of military tactics. Colonel Patrick instructs and leads drills, while Mrs. Patrick keeps the office in shipshape order, by typing and scoring targets. The Patricks, who are well liked by all, also plan fun for the cadets, such as the Cadet-Ball each year, and the talent shows. COIONEI AND MRS. GEORGE PATRICK Color Guord: Staff Sergeants Rowzio. ED, Bolts, R.W.; Pennell, J.V.t Roth, M. The ccdet corps was one of the largest and most active classes at George Washington High School. Its members marched in the Armed Forces Day Parade in Washington and the George Washington Birthday Parade here in Alexandria. In addition they had competitive drills to choose the best drilled private, the best squad, the best platoon, and the best company, in both the boys’ and girls’ battalions. All cadets were eligible to try out for the two rifle teams. However, only the very best marksmen finally made them. The teams shot in national postal tournaments, and in shoulder-to-shoulder matches against other high schools. Being a cadet wasn't ell work, for every week there was some recreation such as baseball, football, or volleyball. Also they saw many army training films. The social highlight of the year was the Cadet Regimental Ball, held in the Lee Room Ot the George Mason Hotel, at v hich the king and queen, elected by the corps, were crowned. A number of carefully selected cadets shot the Ml rifle on the Marine Corps Rifle Range at Quantico. During the football season cadets acted as ushers and sold programs at all the games. The following pages give a general view of the activities in which the cadets busily participated this year. 80 REGIMENTAL STAFF First Semester Row J: Lieutenant Colonel Runol-due, T.J. Row 2: Captain Friesz, 1.1.; Firtt Lieutenant Norvell, F.C. REGIMENTAL STAFF Second Semester Row I: Lieutenant Colonel Friesz, L.L. Row 2: Captain Blair, M.M, Second lieutenant Norvell, F.C. FIRST AND SECOND BATTALION STAFFS First Semester Left: Major Hall, W.S., First lieutenant Burchell, W.C. Right: Major Naylor, H.; Captain Cohen, M S. FIRST AND SECOND BATTALION STAFFS Second Semester Left: Major Hertig, D.H.; First lieutenant Burchell, W.C. Right: Major Brinkley, B.A.; First lieutenant WooIIs, S.A. ADVISORY COUNCIL: Row 1: Captain Cohen, M.S.j Lieutenant Colonel Runaldue, T.J.; Major Naylor, H. Row 2 Mo or Hall, W.S.; Captain Brinkley, B.A.; Captain Johnson, D.R.; Platoon Sergeant Conley, B.L.,- Platoon Sergeonf Artz, D A Captain Hertig, D.H. Row 3 Captain Friesz, 1.1.; Platoon Sergeant Rowzie, E D.,- Captain Blair, M M Platoon Sergeant Sipes, J.D.; Captain Dill, C.D.; Corporal Brisach, E M. SI There is something about a soldier” COMPANY , A STAFF FIRST SEMESTER Four on left Upper: First lieutenant Brooks, W.H. Captain Blair, MM lower. First Sergeant DeVeau, D A Second lieutenant O Mara, J.W. SECOND SEMESTER Four on right Upper First Sergeant Franklin, C.E. Second lieutenont DeVeau, D A. lower First lieutenont O Mora, J. W. Captain Brooks, W.H. FIRST PLATOON COMPANY A Row 1: First lieutenont Brooks; W.H.; Sergeant Payne, F.E.; Corporal lam-pert, J.B Richardson, D.G.; Col lander, R.D.; Stine, R.C. Corporal Shoup, H D. Row 2 Corporal Landis, N.W., lock er. C.R.; Hitt, G.F.; Walters, J.P.; Rhodes, G.H. Row 3. Draper, M l.; Reynolds, J.D.; Whichard, W.K.; Platoon Sergeant Rowiie, ED. SECOND PLATOON COMPANY A Row I.- Second lieutenant O Mara, J. W.; Sergeant Bugg, C.A. Corporal Davidson, W.W. Costello, H.C.j Heilig, T.l.j Goldberg, M.J. Row 2: Corporal Roth, M -. Castle, C.R.; Hein, N.F.S Stanley, R.A. Row 3: Corporal Newell, W.D.; Terry, M L; Swisher, C.W.; Harlow, R,L.; Platoon Sergeant Franklin, C.E. COMPANY B STAFF FIRST SEMESTER Four on loft Upper: First Lieutenant Heeter, W.T Captain Dill, C D Lower: First Sergeant Perry, F B Second Lieutenant Mackenzie, F F SECOND SEMESTER Four on right Upper-. First Lieutenant Heeter, W.7. Captain Dill, C D. Lower: First Sergeant Sipoj, J D Second Lieutenant Perry, F.B. FIRST PLATOON COMPANY • B” Row I: Sergeant Loot, MM., Sergeant Wright, M.J.; Corporal Tibbets, J.M.; Snapp, M.G.; Nimmer, D C.; Oehmann, J.W. Row 2 Katz, M l.; Olasky, C.C.; Work, D.L.; Carter, R.M Row 3: Corporal McCurdey, N F.; Smith, J.L.; Jacobs, LI.; Caldwell, RR.; Platoon Sergeant Sipes, J.D. SECOND PLATOON COMPANY B Row I: Second Lieutenant Mackenzie, F.F.; Corporal Cobb, J.A.; Roberson, R.8.; Thorlin, J.F.; Baker, C.B.,- Sergeant Brown, J.H. Row 2: Corporal Long, J.D.; Fox, R.E.; Schultheis, W.B.; Hall, E.P.; Sergeant V illiams, J B Row 3: Corporal White, J; Graham, J. K.; Totten, R.G.; Kemper, C.A. Platoon Sergeant Poll, C.R. S3 Saber carriers FIRST PLATOON COMPANY ’ C Row ?. First Lieutenant Aitchcson, A.T.; Sergeant Burrows, L.T.; Crockett, O.B., Ponnoll, J.V.; Abercrombie, D.A.; Tote, M.D. Row 2: Corporal Blakemore, R.G.; Chichester, R.C.; Simpson, C.E.; Perry, J.S. Hendricks, G.E. Row 3: Corporal Brisach, E M.; Stanley, W.E.; Alexander, D.i Batelis, J.; Plotoon Sergeant Thompson, J.H. SECOND PLATOON COMPANY C Row 1: Second Lieutenant Wasser-man, D.E.; Sergeant Parker, T.C. Corporal Holland, D.C.; Loeb, B.S.; Reightor, J.P.; Do rrenbacker, IE.; Sergoant Jones, W L. Row 2. Mills, E.W., Corporal Ho-borg, D M„- Miller, G.E.; Bryant, C.G.; Goodman, G.P. Row 3 Hill, W.A., Hyre, J.S.; Martin, J.D., Cultice, J.M. Plotoon Scrgeont London, P.E. COMPANY C STAFF FIRST SEMESTER Four on left Upper: First Lieutenant Aitcheson, A T. Captain Hertig, D.H. Lower: First Sergeant Mountcastle, B E Second Lieutenant V asserman, D.E. SECOND SEMESTER Four on righl Upper: Second Lieutenant Mountcastle, B.E. First Sergeant Thompson, J.H. Lower. Captain Aitcheson, A T. First Lieutenant V asserman, D.E. COMPANY G” STAFF FIRST SEMESTER Four on left Upper: First Lieutenant Hayes, P.A. Captain Johnson, O R. Lower: First Sergeant Wickline. B J. Second Lieutenant Woolls, S A SECOND SEMESTER Four on right Upper: Second Lieutenant Wickline, B J. First Lieutenant Hayes, PA. Lower: Captain Johnson, D R. First Sergoant Browner, C l. FIRST PLATOON COMPANY -G Row 1: First Lieutenant Hayes, P.A.; Sor-geonf Shirk, N.J.; Corporal Newman, E R ; Heilman, T.; Walker, T.A.; Sergeant Stamps, B. J.i Platoon Sergeant Conley, 8.1. Row 2: Corporal West, P.R.; Dixon, C.E.; Knowles, D.B.; Moore, Y.A.; Rhine, J.A. Row 3: Corporal Lemon, I.A.; Nesselrodt, C.J.s Kern, I.; Mueneh, M B SECOND PLATOON COMPANY -G Row 1: Platoon Sergeant Browner, C. L.j Sergeant Derrenbacker, S.E.; Campbell, S.S.; Sergeant Waldrep, D.D. Row 2: Corporal Novak, J.Y.; DeLance, K.D.; Hall, T.A.; Klaveness, L.M.; Meeks, E.J. Row 3: Corporal Finnegan, J.E.: Boson, V.A.; Twi'gg, S M.; Harvey, C.L. 85 COMPANY H STAFF FIRST SEMESTER Four on left Upper First Lieutenant Finnegan, D A. Captain Brinkley, B.A. Lower: First Sergeant Monrotus, S.A. Second lieutenant Kern, R. SECOND SEMESTER Four on right Upper.- First Lieutenant Kern, R. Captain Finnegan, D A. lower. Second lieutenant Monrotus, S.A. First Sergeant Artz, D A. FIRST PLATOON COMPANY H Row 1: Sergeant Kerbel, I S.; Cor-poral Hawkins, P A.; Corporal Walden, I E ,- Potts, K.E.; Nesbitt, J.A.; Keel, J.E. Row 2. Corporal Witt, J.A.; Avery, B D.j Cleveland, B J.-, Shepard, M A . Hall, S.M.. Holl, B A SECOND PLATOON COMPANY -H Row I.- First Lieutonant Finnegan, D A,; Sergeant Sendlok, J.F.; Corporal Williams, M E.; Monday, B J.; Steele, B A.; Spittle, J.C.; Sergeant McConnell, B.J. Row 2 Corporal White, A C.; Turner, BA.,- Flick, B ].; Kendrick, P.D.; Scott, S.L. Row 3: Corporal Ostrow, I.S.; Todd, S.E.; Rupprecht, i.E.-, Heubl, M.L.; Platoon Sergoant Artz, D A. 86 RIFLE TEAMS Medals on their chests BOYS' RIFLE TEAM Row l Captain Dill, C D.; lieuten-ant Colonel Frietz, l.l.; Coptoin Hair, MM Row 2: Corporal Hoberg, DM , Sergeant Burrows, L.T.; Thorlin, J.F.; Staff Sergeant Botts, R.W.; Second lieutenant Mountcostle, B E., Sergeant locker, C.R. Row 3: First Sergeant Thompson, J.H.; Major Hertig, D.H.; Corporal Caldwell, R R.; First lieutenant O'Mora, J.W. GIRLS' RIFLE TEAM Prone. Keel, J.E.; Potts, K.E. Sitting: Sergeant Derrenbocker, S.E. Kneeling: Sergeant Sendlak, J.F.; Walker T.A. Standing Sergeant McConnell, B.J.; Sergeant Stamps, B.J.; Buckner, R A.; Avery, B D kJUi RIFLE TEAM The G.W. boys’ rifle team has had an excellent record this year. Team number one took second place in the Hearst Trophy matches for the Second Army area and also came in third place in the Inter-collegiate matches for the same area. The girls' team practiced regularly two days a week and had matches. Two of these were with the boys, each team winning once. Pfc. Gene Rhodes stands of attention while Captain Wesley Brooks inspects the rifle of Corporal Maurice Katz. 87 Net and tux at the Regimental Ball SA8ER CLUB: Row I. Captain Dill, C.D., Lieutenant Colonel R unaldue, T.J.; Captain Friesz, L.L. Row 2: Captain Blair, MM; First Lieutenant Brooks, W.H.; Captain Hertig, D.H.; Major Hall, W.S. Row 3. First lieutonant Aitcheson, A.T.j First Lieutenant Heeler, W.T.; First lieutenant Burchell, W C. SABER CLUB In the early spring Mark Blair and Terry Walker were elected the King and Queen of the Cadet Corps. 88 The Saber Club was made up of officers from each of the boy companies. It met every other week during the year with the other cadet clubs. These took turns putting on different forms of entertainment. Once, an all-musical show was staged by the Saber Club. Military a ires and .. USHER SQUAD At the beginning of the football season Colonel Patrick was heard saying, ‘‘Mr. Doran wants ushers for Friday night's game. Are there any volunteers?” Several hands were raised in every company. Ushers were entitled to wear a fourragere as long as they remained in the squad. Not only did the Usher Squad serve at football games, but it was also called upon by the faculty to seat guests at functions such as the Commencement exercises. USHER SQUAD: Row Caploin Hertig, D.H.; Captain Johnsso-. D� ;o- 2 Cu'ce, JM; Chichester, R.C.; Mills, E.W.; Gnueg, KM.; Kloveness, l.M.j Sergeant Kerbel, IS. Row 3 Corporol W- f J totalis J Corporal Holland, DC.; Buckner, R.A.; Moore, V.A.; First Sergeant Monrotus, S.A.; Keel, J.E Row - Re-g—er J P Simpson, CE; Stine, R.C.; Work, O.I.; Stanley, R.A.; Goldberg, M.J.; Sergeant McConnell £ J Avery I C Row 5 Perry, J S . Costello, H C. Military duties PROGRAM SQUAD: Row 1; Sergeant Coopermon, MB; Pennell, JV, Corporal Holland, D.C.; Corporal Crockett, OB., Corporal Hoberg, D M. Row 2: Steele, B A.; Jacobs, 1.1 . Reighter, J.P.; Corporal Tibbets, J.M.; Sergeant Burrows, 1.7.; Scott, S.l. Row 3. Bryant, C.G.; Sergeant Wright, M J ; Graham, J K.. Goldberg, M.J.; Harlow, R.L.; Thorlin, J.F.; Hill, WA. PROGRAM SQUAD Programs, programs, get your programs here. This was the familiar cry heard every Friday night during the football season when the program squad of the cadet corps went into action. The money they raised was used for the Regimental Ball which was held in the Lee Room of the George Mason Hotel in May. 89 Farewell to arms IIWSKI CLUB: Row J: Platoon Sergeant Browner, C.I.; Captain Johnson, D.R.; Major Naylor, H.j First lieutenant Finnegan, D A.; Captain Brinkley, B A. Row 2. Platoon Sergeant Artx, D A.; Sergeant Sendlok, J.F. Corporal White, A.C.; First lieutenant Hayes, PA.; Sergeant Derrenbacker, S.E.; Second lieutenant Woo Ilf, S.A. Row 3: Corporal Walden, IE.; Sergeant Woldrep, 0.0.; Corporal lemon, I A.; First Sergeant Wickline, B.J.; Plotoon Sergeant Conley, B I. Most Popular Corporal Terry Walker and Captain Mark Blair, because of their friendly personalities, topped the list as most popular cadets. Most Military Captain Clark Dill and Captain Dorothy Johnson displayed the “most military manners, in their work with the cadets. Wittiest Sergeant Solly Monrotus and Captain Mark Blair, two fun-loving kidets , easily won the election for the corps' wittiest. 90 licufenonf Colonel lorry Friesz, Captain Mark Blair, and Captain Clark Dill admire the William Randolph Heorst second-place trophy. These boys, along with Major Bill Hall and Sergeant Mike Wright, composed the team which won the trophy in the Second Army Motches. UWSKI CLUB AND CHEVRONS CLUB The cadet corps' only girl club is its Liwski Club. It is composed of both commissioned and non-commissioned officers from the girl companies. The boys' equivalent to the Liwski Club is the Chevrons Club, whose membership is sergeants and corporals from the three boy companies. Colonel George A. Patrick is the sponsor of both clubs; however, they are run by their own behavior rules which are decided on by the members. Along with the Saber Club, these clubs take turns presenting interesting programs during the year. CHEVRONS CLUB Row I - Sergeant Williams, J B.; Platoon Sergeant Rowzie, E.D.; Corporal lomport, J.B Row 2• Corporal Hoberg, D.M.; Sergeant Coopermon, M B., Staff Sergeant Batts, R.W.; Corporal Cobb, J.A.; First Sergeont DoVeau, DA, Sergeant Burrows, L.T. Row 3. Corporal Blakemore, R.G.; Corporal McCurdey, N.F., Staff Sergeont Rich, J W.j Platoon Sergeant Poff, C R-; Platoon Sergeant london, P.E. Row 4 Corporal long, J.D.; Corporal Currie, E B.; Platoon Sergeont Franklin, C.E.; Corporal White, J.i Sergeant Jones, W.l. 91 Activities 92 Through these doors . . . dancing feet on the cafeteria floor . . . the sharp sound of a gavel hitting wood . . . hilarious antics of our faculty cheerleaders . . . special moments, never forgotten . . . 93 STUDENT COUNCIL—Row ?.• Sharon Todd, Betty Philyaw, Margie Paterson, Ieoh Kilroy, Mary Lynn, Donna Bernatek, Vida Kent, Ellon White, Carol Webb, Eloine Fately, Dolly Sheffield, Roslyn Kleinman, Nancy Garland. Row 2: Corley McDonald, Annie Moo Dowdy, Mary Ann Costello, Maxine Berman, Ellen Bradley, Judy Walters, Mary Jo Smith, Rose Barber, Molly Moore. Row 3: Rita Easley, James Mills, Nancy Moore, Donna Burch, Carolyn Clark, Elizabeth Simon, Phyllis England, Paulo McCullough, Martha Huffman, Martha Zilmer, Nancy Batchelor, Lyn Steinbach, Bobbie Cohen. Row 4-. Bobby Fagens, Pete Latimer, Franklin Knill, Charles Baker, Bob Stein, Gordon Silcox, Randy McDonald, Bob Gibbs, Terry Borlon, Frank Fonnon, John Papageorgo. Row 5; Andy Hamilton, Russ Dunn, Walter Harrison, Joel Sipes, Eddie Snyder, Ronald Sperling, Marshall Henderson, Alan Abramson, Paul Myers, Jack Roub, Jimmy Kidd. Row 6. Robert Moore, Earl Young, David Hibberd, Paul Sheridan, Dove Whitestone, James Farrall, Bob Garda, Bobby Mawyer. ANDERSON HAMILTON ELAINE FATELY President First Vice-President MARJORIE LUCAS PAT COMANDURAS Second Vice-President Secretory-Treasurer STUDENT COUNCIL The Student Council undertook a Get-Acquainted Dance for the new students, distributed G.W. handbooks, and reopened honor study halls. It gave a parade and bonfire preceding the G.W.-W.L. game and the Homecoming Dance, at which Andy Hamilton, S.C. President who had been ill, was the surprise package. During the second semester, the council gave a dance for new freshmen and exchange students and instituted senior privileges. It began a program for closer association between high school and homebound students, and assigned a S.C. member to every new student to help him feel more at home on his first day here. 94 Guiding school activtiies throughout the year is the Executive Committee, headed by the president of the Student Council. Committee members are: seated: Carole Webb, Andy Hamilton, Elaine Fately, and Nancy Garland. Standing: Pat Coman-duras, Marshall Henderson, Gordon Sil-cox, and Margie Lucas. The task of handling the everyday disciplinary problems belongs to the Honor and Discipline Committee led by the Second Vice-President of the Student Council. This year's members are: seated: Elaine Fately, Andy Hamilton, Margie Lucas, and Pat Comanduras. Standing: Paul Sheridan, Nancy Moore, Rita Easley, and Molly Moore. The annual bonfire, held before the W.-L. game, was sponsored by the Pep Committee. Its success was due to the warmth and spirit contributed by G.W.’s own students and the same enthusiasm that spurred the team on to victory the following day. 95 I kV Cream of the crop Row 1 Jackie Jones, Marilyn lowronce, Dottie Holland, Ellen Bradley, Jane Ashburn, Ann Forest, Margie Lucas, Jane Houseman, Dot Finnegan, Martha Haislip. Row 2 Arnold Ostrolenk, Phyllis Nolson, Elaine Fately, Patt O Connell, Betsy Wieneeke, Robin Jamison, Susie Moore, Anne Plingstog, Milton Kidd, Bib Willard, lyn Leslie. Row 3: Jimmy Mottley, Paul Sheridan, Dirck Stryker, Lucy Marston, Andy Hamilton, Allen Philippe, Hadley Nesbitt, Moggie Duke, Tom Beechy, David Hertig, John Keen. QUILL AND PALM Each member of the Quill and Palm is carefully chosen on the basis of scholarship, leadership, character, and service to G.W., from the high junior, low senior, or high senior class. An annual project of this chapter is to raise money for a fifty-dollar scholarship, which is given to an outstanding senior. This year the club also sponsored the “Bucket Bounce and a pep dance and helped with college night. Carole webb President DON PRICE Vice-President LYNN CHEDESTER Secretary HERBERT KAHlER Treasurer ROBERT MOORE HELEN HERRON Sergeant at Arms Parliamentarian 96 Tip top journalists HERBERT KAHIER President ANN FOREST Vice-President MARILYN IAWRANCE Secretary MARJORIE LUCAS Treasurer QUILL AND SCROLL The Quill and Scroll International Honorary Society is for high school journalists. The requirements for membership are a high junior standing, B or above average, recommendation by the sponsor of the publication on which the candidate works, and at least two years' service on this publication. Invitations are sent out in the winter end in the spring. One project undertaken by G.W.’s chapter is the publication of the “Last Will and Testament , but the big event of the year is the Quill and Scroll Banquet. This is held every spring, and two speakers, outstanding in the world of journalism, are invited. Seated: Ann Forest, Margie Lucas, Herb Kohler. StandingHelen Herron, Lucy Morston, Pam Wharton, Marilyn Lawrance, Dot Finnegan, Pott O'Connell, Marti Haislip. Helen Herron types a droit of the Lost Will and Testament as Pat: O'Connell and Lucy Morston give expert advice G.W.'s literary circle LYNN CHEDESTER CditorinChicf COMPASS The three staffs of the Compass” are the advertising, sponsored by Miss Katherine McElroy; the business, sponsored by Mr. Irving Lindsay; and the literary, sponsored by Miss Stewart Jones. Every day the staffs worked to meet their deadlines. Those on the art staff arranged the layout of the book and illustrated it, while others wrote copy and headlines or scheduled and took pictures. The senior staff prepared the senior section and the directory. In addition to the months of planning and working, the staff found time to collect a basket of food for a needy family at Christmas, and to give a party in the club room in February. Jane Finnegan offers Mr. Lindsey a piece of candy at the Compass Staff Halloween party while Carol Eblen and Joonne Anderson look on. EDITORIAL STAFF JANE HOUSEMAN JUDY CRONE ROBERT BATTS JACQUELINE JONES JOANNE ANDERSON ALICE WANNER ANN HOBBS AILSA MACKENZIE HERBERT KAHLER DIANE HARRISON JAMES COBB BONNIE JEAN WICKLINE COMPASS 1954 EDITOR-IN CHIEF: Lynn Chedestcr MANAGING EDITOR-. Jane Houseman ART STAFF: Joanne Anderson, Alice Wanner, Co-Editors; John O'Moro, Nancy Moncurc, Pom Wharton. Kelly Wood, Sharon Todd. CADET STAFF: Bonnie Jeon Wickline, Jimmie Cobb, Co-Editors; Joan Novak, Dole Hoberg. COPY STAFF: Ailso Mackenzie, Editor; Jone Finnegan, Eleanor Hill, Lois Fairfox, Elizabeth Washburn, Jeonine Mouck, Judy Fisher. PICTURE STAFF: Ann Hobbs, Marcello Pointer. Co-Editors; Elaine Woolf, Mory Jane Ackor, Caroline Morgan, Carol Eblen, lindo Howard, June Roberts. Clay Burchell, Mike Brown. SENIOR STAFF: Jackie Jones. Editor; Barbora Cohen, Doris Turner, Elizabeth Evans, Pott O'Connell, Rosalind Schrott, Maxine Berman. SPORTS STAFF: Herb Kohler, Boys Sports Editor; Diane Horrison, Girls' Sports Editor; Don Price, Sandy Morrison, Pete lotimer, Gordon Silcox, Bill Smith. PHOTOGRAPHER: Bobby Dickens LITERARY ADVISER: Miss Stewart Jones BUSINESS ADVISER: Mr. Irving Lindsey ADVERTISING ADVISER: Miss Kothcrinc McElroy 98 LITERARY STAFF: Row I. Jane Roberts, Nancy Moncure, Lois Fairfax Row 2: Doris Turner, Maxine Berman, Marcella Painter. Row 3: Pete Latimer, Don Price, Rosalind Schrott, Elaine Woolf, Barbara Cohen, Mary Jane Ackor, Carol Eblen, Gordon Silcox. Dale Hoberg, John O'Mora. LITERARY STAFF: Seofed. Eleanor Hill, Jeanine Mauck, Pam Wharton, Sandy Morrison, Liz Evans, Sharon Todd, Caroline Morgan. Standing Bobby Dickens, Mike Brown, Kelly Wood, Jimmy Cobb, Bill Smith, Patricio O'Connell, Clay Burchell, Liz Washburn, Joan Novak, Jane Finnegan. ADVERTISING STAFF: Seofed Lucy Marston, Judy Crone, Dorothy Finnegan. Standing: Cathe MacMillan, Sue Nuesse, Marjorie Harris, Phyllis Nelson, Sylvia Eversole, Jane Finnegan, Paul Sheridan. 99 For ten old pennies JOAN COUNCILOR Editorin-Chief SURVEYOR EDITORIAL STAFF: Row 1. Herb Kohler, Bib Willard, Joan Councilor, Carolo Webb, Helen Herron. Row 2. Marilyn Lewis, Rozann Cohen, Mary Jane Ackor. SURVEYOR CLUB: Row I: Barbara Harl, Harriet Grimes, Peggy Berry, Gloria Tolson, Rozann Cohen, Karen Wilson, Liz Baumgardner, Svo Dabelsleen. Row 2. Sarah Wolford, Pam Wharton, Nancy Richardson, Carolyn Robertson, Helen Herron, Linda Walden, Nancy Jane Scott, Betty Bur-russ. Row 3: David Mitton, George Potts, Margaret McGhee, Ricky Litterick, Robert Dow. SURVEYOR CLUB: Row J. Mary Daniel, Marlene Langley, Frances Henderson, Carole Webb, Pom Ad cox, Gayle Jamison, Connie Le-Fevre, Martha Haislip, Mary Jane Ackor, Marianne Lewis. Row 2: Jim Gadonas, William Brittain, Nancy Richardson, Jean Richardson, Molly Moore, Bib Willard, Audree King, Marilyn Lewis, Joan Councilor, Mary Alcorn, William Hucbl, Michael Cohen. Row 3: Phil Yates, Michael Tomalin, Louis Dixon, John Bibb, Gene Drury, Bobby Gcrbor, Herb Kohler, Duby Thompson, Tommy Caraballo, Richard Harlow, Craig Fox. 100 REPORTERS: Seated: Ellen Cook, Nancy Rich-ardson, Connie leFovre, Mary Alice Benedict, Sandy Peck. Standing: Miko Cohen, Andy Hamilton, Albert Peacock, John Bibb, Gloria Goldstein. REPORTERS: Front Judy Walter, Marty McGhee, Don Price, Pam Wharton, Karen Wilson, Gayle Jamison, Molly Moore. Dot Finnegan, Craig Fox, Mary Daniel. Standing by board Louis Dixon, John Cox, Duby Thompson. BUSINESS STAFF: Seated: Martha Huffman, Robin Jamison. Ellen Bradley, Frances Henderson. Standing: Jean Richardson, Pot Pryor, Mike Tomlinson, William Brittain, Marti Hoislip, Doris Goldberg, Carolyn Robertson, Sora Wolford THE SURVEYOR For one thin dime, two fat nickels, or ten old pennies one con buy “The Surveyor , G.W.’s school newspaper. In its six pages are found I Was There , the society column; Senior Surveys , biography of an outstanding senior boy and girl; articles; and editorials. Mrs. Gilbert, the sponsor, and her hard working staff have made The Surveyor an outstanding publication. In addition to publishing the paper, they maintain a bulletin board and give a big spring dance. During activities periods the Surveyor Club meets. It is made up of members who are not necessarily on the staff, but who are interested in journalism. 101 The pen and pencil set LITTLE HATCHET MARILYN LAWRANCE MARJORIE LUCAS SUSAN MOORE NANCY MONCURE Editor Assistant Editor Exchange Editor Art Editor The “Little Hatchet , the school magazine, under the leadership of its sponsor. Miss Robertson, labored long and hard to sort out the many stories and poems submitted by members of the club and the student body. Only the very best of both literature and art work were accepted for the December issue of the Little Hatchet . A rip-roaring advertising campaign resulted in more magazines being sold than ever before. In February Mrs. Gilbert took over as sponsor for the second semester. The spring issue, which came out in color, was also a big success. DIRECTORS: Standing: Nancy Pruet, President; Pot Currin, Director of Proof Reading, Ruth Ann Marks, Director of Field Services; Eleanor Hill, Treasurer. Seated: Pot Moore, Parliamentarian; Alice Sobolko, Proof Reader, Betsy Wienecke, Secretory; Lillian Lucas, Vice-President. Absent from picture. Julie Hurd, Make-up Director. Row 1: Carolyn Cole, Marilyn Trent, Roslyn Kleinman, Gloria Boyer, Linda Klavenoss, Jon Kassell, Lou Herron Row 2: Janice Stewart, Nancy Moncure, Nancy Coggins, Connie LoFovro, Judy Fisher, Patricia Curran, Susie Moore, Sarah Campbell, Sue Crommelin. Row 3: Gordon Silcox, Williom Briitoi n, Milton Kidd, Ann Gorlond, Alice Sobolka, Betsy Wienecke, Tobie Lonou, Dick Moore. 102 Editorial Staff Editor Marilyn Lawrence Margie Lucas Susie Moore Nancv Moncure Board of Directors Lillian Lucas Secretary Treasurer Betsy Wienecke Eleanor Hill Alice Sobotka Ruth Ann Marks Page Makeup Julie Hurd Proof Reading.....................Pat Curran Typing.....................Martha Moynihan Faculty Sponsors Editorial.............Miss Margie Robertson Mrs. Betty Gilbert Miss Elizabeth MacManus Art........................Mrs. Eleanor King Typing...........................Mrs. Watkins Smith Printing......................... Mr. Charles Drury Pom Wharton and Nancy Pruet are receiving Mrs. R. G. Armstrong's donation to the little Hatchet as sho becomes o patron. Susie Moore, Nancy Moncure, and Marilyn law ranee are busily preparing little Hatchets for the next day's sale. Row I: Carolyn Browner, Helen Macklin, Marilyn lowronce, Celia Smith, Iris Kern, Barbara Nolan, Elaine Mosel, Judy Crone, Julie Hurd. Row 2: Val Price, Sylvia Ever sole, Kay Kampe, Lillian Lucas, Elizabeth Evons, Margie Lucas, Eleanor Hill, Gail Gallahan Row 3 Michael Cohen, Bob Cohen, Bobby Foote, Frank Ballenger, Douglas Butler, Shirley Hart, Joanne Gladden, Barbara Hoge, Ruth Ann Marks, Pat Moore. 103 Pan Am SPANISH CLUB The music and laughter heard in Room 140 is the Spanish Club, rehearsing one of the scenes in the coming language assembly. A visitor who may peek in to see what’s happening will be greeted by Mrs. Van Saun, the sponsor. A glance at the calendar shows that a Christmas party, collecting food for a needy family, a spring picnic, and interesting club programs are in the offing. Leaving the room, he knows that the Spanish Club is one of the most worthwhile at G.W. SPANISH CLUB OFFICERS: Marilyn Lawis, Vice-President; Lucy Marston, Secretary; Joel Sipes, Treasurer; Jim Clement, Sergeant at Arms; Nick Wain, second semester President; Arnold Ostrolenk, first semester President. Row I: Nancy Jones, Lucille Crowder, Lucy Marston, Nancy Hyde, Rosalind Schrott, Phyllis Nelson, Doris Turner, Robin Jamison, Carole Webb. Row 2: Martha Huffman, Jane Ashburn, Jean Richardson, Audree King, Judy Chop-poll, Dorothy Finnegan, Caroline Morgan, Virginia Sands, Lynn Chedes-ter Row 3: James Cloment, Frank Norvell, Arnold Ostrolenk, Barbara Cohen, Marilyn lewis, Horry Miller, Bob Pauly, Donald Wasserman, Herb Kohler. Row I: Joan Owsley, Ellen Bradley, Nancy Carper, Pat Russell, Karleen Stein, Barbara Barnes, Jean Sendlak, Ann Forest, Esther Alexander. Row 2i lyn Leslie, Nancy Beardslee, Ann McWilliams, Norma Alpert, Judy Gunn, Barbara Conley, Carol Smith, Sue Nuesse, In a Sue Ostrow, Betty Jones. Row 3. John Bibb, Jay Bolton, Robert Chofee, Joel Sipes, Charles Clark, Bill Norvell, Dave Wallace, Nick Wain, Charlotte Jackson. Row 4. James Dorr, Mack Wray, Tracy Aitcheson, Mac Jones, Philip London. 104 Latin lives at G.W LATIN CLUB The Latin Club, sponsored by Miss Kiracofe and Mrs. Lynn, is devoted to furthering interest in Roman culture at G.W. At the beginning of the Christmas season, members gave a party, and in February an assembly program. To choose a play for the assembly, the members held a writing contest, and the winner received a sterling silver pin. In the spring, another party was held, which brought a successful and lively year to an end. Joyce Baggett, Secretory; Don Price, President; Doug Ryan, Vice-President; Pam Wharton, Treasurer. Row 1; Lou Herron, Solly Hole, Nancy Moore, Judy Nesbitt, Beryl Howard Phyllis Washburn, Barbara Brown. Row 2: Pat Comonduros, Alice Ronnells, Eleanor Hill, Roslyn Steinbock, Mory Alice Bealke, Janice Stewart, Elfie Lou Campbell, Betty Stamps, Nancy Smith. Row 3: Darrell Rice, John Borton, Marilyn Wood, Jane Aurell, Jane Finnegan, Betsy Wienecke, Pott O'Connell, Norma Engberg, Francis Shunk, Albert Milster. Row 4: Da ris Hall, Elliott James, John Keen, Bob Lynde, Douglas Ryan, Richard Riley. Row I: Carolyn Cole, Elaine Mosel, Joanne Anderson, Joyce Baggett, Pom Wharton, Ailso Mackenzie, Alice Wanner, Catherine Philippe, Roslyn Klein-man. Row 2: Mory Ann Britt, Mary Alice Benedict, Rachel Newman, Frances Henderson, Sarah Wolford, Vivian Shiflett, Lucy Marston, Gail Callahan, June Roberts. Row 3: Bill King, Michael Willinghom, Phoebe Greenleof, Linda Howord, Lillian Lucas, Anne Briggs, Ann Garland, John Compton, Robert Willingham. Row 4: Pete Somers, Dove Roby, Phil Jackson, Stuart Knight, Roy Grovotte, Don Price, George Bush. 105 Les etoiles Row I: Judy Sonotky, Julie Dickens, Carol Eblen, Mary Graeves. Bette Clark, Helen Herron, Sherran Vierling, Tucker Heilman, Judy Crone, Mary Sargent. Row 2 Sharon Todd, Ben Millstein, Jane Aldrich. Judy Hegseth, Virginia O'Donohue, Helen Macklin, Anne Pfingstog, Jackie Rhine, Maren Morten sen, Judy Fisher, Lucy Samler, Val Jackson. Row 3: Charles Hill, Frances Naylor, Nancy Richardson, Diana Chinn, Diana Cranberry, Jane Corey, Elizabeth Evans, Jone Houseman, Diane Bowman, Sue Crommelin, Betty Von Roo, Caroline Potts, Julie Hurd. Row 4; Aurelio Varela, Bartley Gordon, Pat Moore, Bob Watts, Milton Kidd, Hadley Nesbitt, Sandy Morrison, Paul Someth, John Moore, John Tomlinson, Michael Goldberg, Fred Kemery, Bill Lee, Charles Swisher. Seated: Liz Evans, Treasurer; Helen Herron, Secretory. Stand-jpg Fred Kemery, Sergeant at Arms; Pat Moore. President; Julie Hurd, Vice-President. LE CERCLE FRANCAIS During the activities period every other week, a hearty voice from the library may be heard saying, Bonjour, mes amis. The Normans haven't invaded America; it is a meeting of the French Club. Sponsored by Miss Grant, the club learned about the relation of France to the United States. They were helped by discussions, singing, and seeing slides. Only French was spoken. One of the highlights of the year was the assembly produced by the Spanish Club, the Latin Club, and the French Club combined. 106 Backroom politics WORLD EVENTS CLUB The World Events Club is one of the most active and progressive clubs at G.W. During the year they held conferences, not only here in the school library, but in neighboring schools. Although presenting a United Nations assembly was the main project of the year, G.W., along with other schools, participated in a contest, the winner of which took a free trip to Europe. Miss Baugh, the sponsor, saw to it that interesting subjects such as the McCarthy-Eisenhower split and future space travel were chosen and explored at the bi-weekly meetings. Members acted as hosts to a joint conference between G.W. and other schools of the area, who met here one afternoon. Organized labor and the farm problem were two of the topics discussed. Dot Finnegan, Jimmy Cultiss, Stephen Rye, and Gene Tomlinson ore making lost minute preparations before the United Notions Assembly. It was an imitotion of the General Assembly, and involved severol countries, including Britain, Russio, and the U.S., arguing over the rights to the moon. There was a brawl between the countries until the Assembly was interrupted by a messenger from the moon who declared that the moon had become independent. Charlotte Jackson; Margot Hutcheson; Stella Pridgen, James Mills; Dieter Von der lippe. Bill Smith; Dick Porter. Jerry la Piano, Vice President; lucy Morston, President; Caroline Morgan, Secretory Treasurer; Tommy Sternberg; Don Jenks, William Rich; Jane Houseman; toil Fairfax; Betty Goinet; Dorothy Finnegan. 107 Vitality personified JOANNE HAMIET Heod Cheerleader Marty Turrell, Secretory; Becky Bolderson, President. J.V. CHECRICADLRS: Center: Nancy Moore, Head J.V. Cheerleader. left to right: Judy Dunn, Butch Barnes, Ann Chamber-loin, Joyce Baggett, Molly Moore, Andy Briggs, Barclay Bell, Moggie Duke, and Carolyn Holmes. 108 CHEERLEADERS Any way a person looked at it, he couldn’t help seeing that G.W.'s '54 cheerleaders were a superior group. Besides having energy and vigor, they were known for their real and inspiring school spirit. Many afternoons after school they practiced yells and formations in the halls. Miss Herde chose new cheerleaders for the J.V. team after spring tryouts. Varsity cheerleaders were promoted from J.V. on the basis of their pep, grace, ability, and appearance. Front: Lynn Chedester, Doris Turner. Standing: Susie Moore. Joan Councilor, Barbara Lonhom Front: Wilda Kesterson, Marcie Painter. Standing: Elaine Fately, Val Jackson. Carol White, June Roberts. 109 High steppers MAJORETTE CLUB The Majorette Club, headed by Mrs. Grace McGilvray, planned many interesting activities throughout the year. They held a Get-Together tea in November to meet majorettes from Arlington, Falls Church, and Fairfax High Schools. They gave a Valentine Dance, and a spring picnic topped off a busy year. Members are chosen as a result of tryouts, for their skill in twirling and marching. Marching Mo orelles ftoiann© liggio, Jo Milam, Betty Treiber, Carolyn Carter, Martha Duke, Anna Bettis, Hilda Cockrell. DELORES SA8ATINI Head Mojorotto Row ? Anno 6ctin. Treasurer; Delores Sobotini, Vice President; Martha Mawyer, Laura DiJoseph, Rosonne Liggio, Gloria liggio, Joyce Cockrell, Phyllis Evans, Corley McDonald Row 2 Carolyn Corfer, Jean McDonald, Joan fitton. Pot Sillex, Barbara Jones, Janet Regon, Mary Jewell, Rilda Furman, Martha Duke, President. Row 3.- Ann Hobbs, Bev Toy, Jo Milam, Betsy Treiber, Betty Sanchez, Sergeont al Arm:. Janet Edge; Pot McRae; Dorothy Alcorn, Secretory; Barbara While. Hilda Cockrell; Pat Ferguson. Hard to beat MEDA GREGG DON PRICE 1953 Sfofe Reading 1953 Sfofe Spelling Champion Champion DEBATE CLUB The team, under the direction of Miss Dolly Callahan, worked on the debate topic of the year, Resolved, that the President of the United States should be elected by the direct vote of the people. They prepared for the district meet which was held at Falls Church on April 3, where the winner was selected for the finals held at the University of Virginia in the spring. DEBATE CLUB: learning the ortt of debating are Don Wossermon; Bill Nonroll; Jerry la Piano, President; and Nancie Stewart. Annette Massey, Secretary-Treasurer, was obsent when the picture was token. SPELLING CLUB Under the direction of Mrs. Lipscomb, spring. Old-fashioned spelling bees and written tests, Spelling Club members are prepared for sparked by lively competition, are given to determine the the State spelling contest held each outstanding speller to represent the school. Row ?: Sarah Braun, Karen Holmes, Bette Clark, Marshall Henderson, Nifho Cloud, Terry Walker, Susan Hort. Row 2: Delores Gerber, Elizabeth Gannon, Nancy Mart, Jane Finnegan, Mary lou Hucbl, Pot Austin, Solly Ballonce, Beryl Howard. Row 3.- Corolyn Kellon, Peggy Gront, Martha lovelace, Anthony lash, Anne Briggs, James Keck Operation makeup Phyllis Nelson, Secretory, Milton Kidd, President; Sue Nuesse, Treasurer; Roslyn Kleinmon, Vice-President. Below: Row I: Kathleen Rodda, Joan Peikin, Roslyn Kleinmon, Elaine Woolf, Ann Gorham, Goil Fitzpatrick, Pot Ferguson, Linda Kloveness. Row 2: D o r o t h y Finnegan, Terry Walker, Alicia Cojigos, Rosalind Schrott, Sue Nuesse, Gail King, Mary Alice Bealke, Tucker Heilman, Betty Stamps. Row 3: Nancy Jane Scott, Sarah Wolford, Sue Crommelin, Norma Rich, Louise Renner, Sandra Kidd, Nancy Pruef, Effie Lou Campbell, Barbara Crompton. Row 4: Bob Cohen, Don Reece, Dave Richardson, Donald Jenks, James Cobb, Tom Beechy, Mil-ton Kidd, Roy Bragg, Glenn Edmonds. Bottom. Row I: Nadine Fuller, Emily Goodwin, Mary Grooves, Carolyn Cole, Dolly Sheffield, Ann White, Ann Fisher, Lou Herron. Row 2: Kim Griffin, Iris Korn, Marilyn Burnside, Marilyn Lowrance, Lois Fairfax, Phyllis Nelson, Sue Howard, Brook Picot, Catherine MacMillan. Row 3. Claire Fleet, Margie Lee, Nancy Mesnig, Joann Hughes, Hope Abner, Ellen King, Rose Barber, Marjorie Harris, Jane Finnegan, Pat Russell. Gordon Silcox and Dot Finnegan steal a kiss as Paul Davis and Marilyn Lawranee secretly watch the young couple in a scene from This Woy fo Heaven . DRAMATICS CLUB Under the sponsorship of Mrs. Dorothea Harrison, four excellent plays one of which was Angel Street, were given by the Dramatics Club this year. Mooney's Kid Don’t Cry achieved acclaim by winning second place in the Northern Virginia One-Act Play Festival at Mt. Vernon High School. Jimmie Godwin, who co-starred, was chosen the most outstanding actor at the festival. Jimmy Godwin as Mooney pleads with his wife Jane, played by Nancy London, during the one-act ploy Mooney's Kid Don't Cry. 8 0 Taking port m a dramatic scene from The Dear Deported , are Tom Becchy, Nancy Pruet, Milton Kidd, Tobie Lonou, Undo Kloveness, and Nadine Fuller. Bottom: A pose token a the dress reheorsol for the play ' Balcony Scene in which the following mode up the cost: standing, Roslyn Kleinman, Don Jenks, ond Milton Kidd; silting, Ann McWillioms, Dove Richardson, Betsy Winccke, Glen Edmonds, and Carol Fitzpatrick. Arthur Murray's undergrads DANCE CLUB G.W.'s Dance Club, sponsored by Mr. Funesti, Miss Somers, and Miss Etheridge, was formed to help its members gain poise on the dance floor and enjoy dancing. The most important feature on the calendar was sponsoring the Thanksgiving dance held during both activities periods, admission—one can of food. On Thanksgiving the food was carried to needy families of Alexandria. Gloria Brown, Vice-President, and Doug Yates, President, moot b riofly in tho club room. Jimmy Kidd, Secre-tary-Troosurer, was absont when this picture was token. DANCE BAND: Willingly volunteering their musical talents to the Donee Club ore Jimmie Godwin, Fred Schneider, Ronnie Stoncil, Dalton Carter, and Jock Roub. The gym becomes a lively place on the mornings that the Donee Club, one of G.W.'s most popular clubs, holds its regular meeting. 114 Local swap shop Seated Ronald Sperling, Tommy Orndorff. Standing: Chorles Brickert, Charles Swisher, David Burks, Rondy McDonald, Donald Elliott, Dick King, Miss Gates, Patricio Curran. HOBBY CLUB Members of the Hobby Club collected everything from buttons to butterflies, and met on Tuesday afternoons to share their hobbies. The club took field trips to interesting places in the vicinity. Their annual project was helping the Children's Hospital. The young patients there enjoyed the Christmas cards which the Hobby Clubbers collected and mounted in a scrapbook. Since it promoted friendliness in a relaxing and interesting way, the Hobby Club was a favorite with the younger set at G.W. Carroll Bennett, Mike Willingham, David Work, Margarete Bertram, Aubrey Redling, and Bobby Cohen are interested in examining a stuffed owl. 115 FUTURE HOMEMAKERS OF AMERICA The F.H.A. is one of G.W.'s busiest clubs. Besides its regular activities, it strives to uphold the eight purposes of the F.H.A., two of which ere the development of leadership and the promotion of international good will. Annual events are F.H.A. week and the sending of packages to Europe. The spring is full, with picnics, a mother-daughter tea, and a Shamrock Hop. Jackie Jones receives an award from Miss Taylor for the outstanding girl of the George Washington High School chapter of the F.H.A. Patsy Hawkins, Secretary; Allie Crowder, Historian; Lorraine Goepel, President; Jackie Jones, Vice-President; Joan Novak, Treasurer. Row I: Loretta Leong, Jacqueline Grovotte, Jan Kassell, Patti Hawkins, Clara Price, Rosemary Pugh, lisa Kerbel, Donna Bernosek, Kathleen Rodda. Row 2: Catherine MacMillan, Regina Burton, Trudy London, Helen Paterson, Rhodo Amorky, Nancy Russell, Jane Padgett, Penny West, Sally Monrotus, Joan Novak, Mary Huobl. Row 3. Nancy Mars, Barbara Walston, Karen DoLance, Barbara Flick, Nancy Estep, Nancy Shirk, Elizabeth lilterick, Jackie Jones, Deanna Shunk, Carlyn Oakes. Row A Patricio Rohr, Sylvia Chewning, Shirley lillard. Sue Nuesse, Phyllis Nelson, Rosalind Schrott, Carolyn Kelton, Diane Pflieger, Allie Crowder, Eloise Webster. Careers in business Row I; Gladys Costello, Phyllis teller, Charlotte Semones, Janet Shifllette, Shirley Sapp, Mar-jorie O'Neil, Joan Williams, Peggy Roberts, Deanna Kendrick, Barbara Kidd. Row 2: Marilyn Kapsch, Martha Moyni-han, Gloria Davis, Marie Bryan, Barboro Clift, Barbara Lee, Barbara Lee Kidd, Betty Philyaw, Joan Cobean, Ann Austin. Row 3: Barboro Foldi, lisa Hearn, Mary Beatty, Ann Cook, Myrna Dodd, Barbara Loeb, Bonnie Jeon Wickline, Carolyn Nessel-rodt, Janet Rush. FUTURE BUSINESS LEADERS OF AMERICA The Future Business Leaders of America Club is a branch of the State and National organization which has been at G.W. for three years. The F.B.L.A. has many projects, the most extensive of which is sponsoring the student bank. Members of the club are all enrolled in business subjects. The main purpose of the club is to help its members to become better informed workers. They are encouraged by all the club activities to show leadership and cooperation “on the job '. Discussing plans lor the club with Joan Cobeon, President, ore: Charlotte Semones, Treasurer, Gloria Davis, Secretory; and Barbara Clift, Vice-President. Gloria Davis accepts deposits from Joan Adams and Sylvia Chewning os they place their money in the bonk sponsored by the FBI A. 117 Bookworms at large FUTURE TEACHERS OF AMERICA Looking forward to a colorful and rewarding job were these teachers of tomorrow. Under the sponsorship of Mrs. Snider, members heard interesting talks on such phases of education as scholarships and America's outstanding educational needs. They kept a scrapbook of the recent changes made in the School System of Alexandria. On Back to School Night and at Open House , club members served as guides for the parents. Highlighting the year were two trips taken to the Robert E. Lee School and to a nursery school. Members visited these schools to observe modern methods of education. Row I: Clockwise: Dorothy CockrillNoncy Wash-bum; Barbara Kidd; Doris Goldberg. Margot Hutcheson; Barbara Ashburn; Mrs. Snider, Sponsor. Row 2 Gwen Duehring; Elizabeth Washburn, Secretory. Saundra Emigh; Cecile Nunnolly. Peggy Gore; Val Price, President; George Peck Row 3 Peggy Grant, Vice-President; Pat little; Marjorie Harris; Eddie Goldberg, Treasurer. Eyeopeners of tomorrow THE LIBRARY CLUB Seoted Anna Papageorge. Treasurer; lois Fairfax, Vice-President; Jeon McDonald. Standing Jane Houseman, President; Sylvia Robertson; Margie Harris, Secretary; lyn Steinboch. Dana Brenner; Faison Gordon. To be taken into the Library Club, of which Mrs. Seay is the sponsor, one must have been a library assistant during a previous semester or at the time he was admitted. The purpose of the club is to learn more about how a library works. This is accomplished by slides and talks by Miss Helm about the ordering of books and the use of the card catalog. The social activities of the club were a Christmas party, a field trip to the National Archives Building, and a spring picnic. 118 The sky's the limit Jeanine Mouck, Secretary. Villard Griffin, President; Sharon Todd, Historian; George Huffman, Program Chairman; and Michael Tomlin, Photographer, are studying a chart of the solar system with Miss Whittaker, their sponsor. Gus Hendricks, Treasurer, was absent when the picture was token. ASTRONOMY CLUB The Astronomy Club was a busy and educational organization. Through well planned programs, members learned much about the planets, moon and stars. Those who wished could take the club telescope home and study the skies first hand. The members took a trip to the Naval Observatory in Washington and the Ft. Belvoir Observatory. Later in the year they enjoyed the spring picnic, which has become an annual event. Under the sponsorship of Miss Lula Whittaker, this club was one of the most interesting at G.W . How t. Anne Morgan, Sharon Todd, David Martin, Van Slaymaker, Richard lynch. Gene Tomlinson, Alfred Kastner, Jeanine Mouck, Karl Woffj. Row 2: Tommy Porkor, Norma Engberg, Michael Tomalin, Bob Dove, Herbert Wood, Bob MacDonald, John Seaman, Buzzy Williams, Raymond Poole, Guj Hendricks. Row 3: Charles Olosky, Paul Someth, George Huffman, Villard Griffin, John Tomlinson, Bill Schumm, Donald Boone, George Bush. Row 4.- John Nelson, John Layton, Mike Ramey, Michael Wright, Sidney Arthur, Richard Stanley, Goil Burchell. 119 Pop! goes the flashbulb PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB The Photography Club is newly organized at G.W., but it already has about twenty members. Under the sponsorship of Mr. Grove, the junior photographers learned about the parts of the camera and how it is used. David Stryker, Ricky Litterick, Bobby Dickons, and Jimmy Stewart watch as Mark Blair, president of the club, explains some of the finer points of photography. JUNIOR RED CROSS This chapter of the Junior Red Cross is composed of representatives from each home room, helping in the program of the world-wide organization. Its aim is to spread goodwill and to send aid to those in need here and overseas. An annual project is filling Christmas gift boxes for children of foreign countries. Junior crusaders Seated; Judy Schultz, Dolly Sheffield, Nancy Washburn, Elizabeth Washburn, Betty Philyow. Standing: David Craig, pQ99y Grant, Martha Moynihan, Peggy Gore, lee Ann Gerondale, Dorothy Heflin, Janet Luncoford, lisa Kerbel, Barbara Barnes. 120 The civic-minded Row ?: Emily Goodwin, Borboro Brown, Nancy Runtil Row 2 Nino Collins, Elizabeth Wa:hburn, Marilyn Lewis, President; Ellie low Campbell, Corley McDonald, Row 3. Harriet Rebock, Mortho Mulloley, Sue O Driscoll, Secretory-Treasurer. DOUBLE-BARRED CROSS The goal of the Double-Barred Cross was to help educate G.W.’s students about tuberculosis, to assist in the annual process of taking X-rays, and to make gayer the dreary life of those confined to sanitariums. Under the sponsorship of Miss Currin, the students met once a month after school, at which time they planned future meetings, trips and projects, and heard various speakers. At Christmas everybody in the club made favors for the trays of tuberculosis patients at Maryland Sanitarium. They also visited this hospital and took a trip to the Alexandria Health Department. Working on o club protect ore. Front Corley McDonold, Jean McDonald, Marilyn Lewis. Rear: Loretta Less, Sue O'Driscoll, Borboro Cohen, E fie Campbell. 121 Go-getters ASSISTANTS TO MRS. TOLBERT AND MR. GARNER: Row � .- Penny Kin-nard. Row 2. Lisa Hearn, Joan Cobean, Marianne Crittenden, Nancyonne Matter, Faith Dennis. Row 3: Joanne McGowan, Pat Dee, Delores Sabatini, Donna Mueller, Peggy Santmire, Marilyn May, Marie Bryan. GUIDANCE OFFICE ASSISTANTS: Seated: Scotty Clem Lynn Chedester, Nancy Carper, Claino Woolf. Standing Liz Evans, Elizabeth Simon, Sue Mortensen. ATTENDANCE OFFICE ASSISTANTS: Row 1. Doris Goldberg, Rachel Newman, Jo Ann Hamlet, Martha Turrell, Val Jackson, Elaine Fately. Row 2: Barbora Foldi, Becky Balderson, Barbara Conley, Gail Gallo-h an, Janet Rush, Rose Marie Thomas. CLINIC ASSISTANTS: Well, this is a switch! Paula Chittum, Nancy Frinks, Margie Patterson, Barbara Whalen, and Linda Howard apply their talents to the nurse, Mrs. Carr. ' Whistle a happy tune MUSIC CLUB Row 1: Jean Monger, Penny Kinnord, Marilyn Trent, Celio Smith, Nadine Fuller, Carolyn Spinks, Sue Howard, Nancy Davis, Betty Jones, Gail King. Row 2. Joyce Bunch, Judy Gunn, Norma Rich, Jeanette Herbert, Martha Huffman, Hope Abner, Louise Rennor, Joan Smith, Solly Bollonce, Shirley Pemberton. Row 3- Frank Ballen-ger, Dick Moore, John Juliano, James Blonkenbaker, Carole Gonder, Joan Heinly, Emily Goodwin, Pete Moran, Sheldon Peters, Michael Rohr. 123 Throughout the year the members of this club listen to records and entertain each other with their various musical talents. They also put on a show to raise money for their annual scholarship, given to a senior who is outstanding in music. Under the sponsorship of Miss Bane, the Music Club has been prosperous and lively this year. Becky Bolderson, Vice-President; Allen Sellers, Treasurer; Corolyn Holmes, President; Ann Baker, Program Chairman; Lois Fairfax, Secretary. Row 1: Corolyn Holmes, Mortha Russell, Lois Fairfax, Elaine Woolf, Peggy Wade, Connie Heimann, Delores Warren, Roborta Armstrong, Jo Smith. Row 2: Marilyn Burnside, Ann Fischer, Terry Walker, Pat Ferguson, Sandy Peck, Sadie Taylor, Joyce Dawson, Karen Potts, Betty Gaines. Row 3- Barbara Burner, Marilyn Krueger, Nancy Garland, Nancy Ozment, Margaret Walker, Elaino Martin, Solly Shealy, Audrey Welborne, Ruth Seobright. Row 4. Joan Boyd, Corot Castle, Caesar Stewart, Allen Sellers, Bill Smith, Margie Watkins. □rj They will have music wherever they go BOYS' GLEE CLUB: Row ?: Goorgo Cook, Bobby Hedrick, Jimmy Dumas, Stuarl Evans, Bobby Morris, Bill Cleary, Lewis Frinks, Jack Sutton, Shirley King. Row 2: Al Innamorato, Stanley Patton, Morris Grogan, Swinky Bernhard, Aubrey Moore, Charles Harvey, Charles Vitale, Jock Garrison, Pete Moran. Row 3. Allen McDermott, Tobie Lanou, Robert Garland, tarry Fulk, Walter Harrison, Billy Newell, 6obby Wolfs, William Lyons. Row 4. Charles Cupples, David E. V hitostone, Lee Duncan, Jomes Maigret, Francis Treger, Roy Peeler, Bobby Sillex, Tommy Mciklejohn, Roberf Petti. The A Cappella Choir, with an approximate membership of thirty girls, is a select group of soprano and alto voices. Hard work in their informal classes assured the girls of performing at their best. The group sang for school assembly programs as well as at a breakfast sponsored by the businessmen of Washington. It was well commended by the judges at the District Festival in Bridgewater for its performance there. The Boys’ Glee Club sang with the A Cappella Choir at special community functions and for school assemblies. The Boys’ Double Quartet, which was just instituted here, helped to broaden G.W.'s musical outlook. Dickie Crompton, Bob Hardesty, ond Joanne Hallman practice a new song, accompanied by Marilyn Lewis. 124 Guys with rhythm The Boys' Double Quartet was organized in February of this year. Since it was the newest singing group at G.W., few plans were made for public appearances. BOYS' DOUBLE QUARTET: David Whitestone, Sfvorf Evans. John Bombard, David Bishop, John Oliver, lewis Frinks, Bill Polls, Dickie Crompton. Membership in the A Cappella is by audition only, and the competition is stiff. Because of their fine singing ability, the girls are often asked to sing publicly. They are proud of the fact that they received a number one rating at the Spring Festival. A CAPPELLA: Row I Ellon Bradley, Judy Schultz, Jeon Kennedy, Barbara Williams. Row 2: Joyce Cockrell, Phyllis Evans, Becky Balderson, faith Donnis, Hilda Cockrell. Row 3: Jean Donohue, Ann McWilliams, Carol Fitzpatrick, Phyllis-morie Hughes, Jackie Jones, Margaret Bush. Sweetest music this side of heaven 125 The finest blend of voices MIXED CHORUS The Mixed Chorus, sixty boys and girls interested in music, performed at civil affairs and school assemblies. During the year they gave two concerts and won a rating of two in the District Festival at Bridgewater College. At Christmas they presented The Messiah” in the G.W. auditorium. SECTION LEADERS AND OFFICERS: Row I- Martha Huffman, Peggy Lone Roberts, Charles Garris. Row 2. Nancy Jones, Julie Andrews, Ann Baker, Joyce Baggett, Bill Potts. Row 3: David Bishop, John Oliver, Francis Dudley. MIXED CHORUS: Row ?. Julie Andrews, Joanne Hallman, Louise Bolliet, Jean Smith, Martha Huffman, Tommy Middlobrooks, Francis Dudley, Buster Garris, Charles Hill, Nancy Mom' , Joyce Baggett, Charlotte Hale. Row 2 Groce Whitesell, Peggy Roberts, Pam Wharton, Faison Gordon, Sandy Peck, Swinky Bernhard, Stuart Evans, Bill Potts, Martho Harris, Carol Fitzpatrick, Marti Haislip, Karen Potts Row 3 Foye Hicks, Dorothy Holland, Mary Ellen Peyton, Nancyanne Matter, Lorry Solomon, Mike Borchevsky, lewis Frinks, Paul Davis, Andy Briggs, Ethel Wolf, lyn Leslie, Barbara Beasley Row 4 Ann Gorman, Sally Dovidson, Ruth Seabright, Dovid Whitestone, David Bishop, Ervin Dodd, Dickie Crompton, John Overall, Robort Garland, Betty Sanchez, Betty Smith. ARNOLD OSTROIENK Student Conductor of Senior Bond RESERVE BAND How 1 Nonnett Williams, Barbara Doughtie, Rebecca McCrickard, Karen Alter, Pot Forbes, Regina Burton, Delores Taylor. Row 2: Von Slaymaker, Tommy Orndotff, Mike Cohen, Ann Bryden, Mory Harrup, Dick Moore, Leonard Goldstein. James Briel. Row 3. Bob Seeley, Don Boone, George Bush, Richard Horman, Phil Tremain, Daniel Barnett, Frank Bollengor. Row 4: Robert Cross, Buddy Elkins, Tommy Reese, David E. Brown, Paul Someth, Warren Zimmerman. ORCHESTRA Under the direction of Miss Jeon Shaw, the orchestra presented two concerts in G.W.'s auditorium. They also played at the Baccalaureate Service for the January graduates. Highlighting the year were two trips taken to the All State String Orchestra Festival in Richmond and the District Music Festival held at Fairfax. ORCHESTRA: Phoebe Greenleaf, Francis Shunk, Jeanette Mason, Doris Ash, Scott Blackwell, Alice Humphrey, Marcia Porterfield, Miss Shaw. 127 Music on the march SciniuK bANl : How I Jim Anderson, Bob Gorda, Ray Good win, Sandro Peek, Phoebe Greenleaf. Ann Austin, Sheila Beckwith, Charles Hill, Tommy Edelen. Row 2: Russ Tyson, Fred Kemery, Pete Somers, Milton Kidd, John Moore, John Tomlinson, Charles Dunn, John Cole, Bobby Watts. Row 3i Roy Brogg, Robert Lynde, Hadley Nesbitt, Roger Burba, Bobby Mead, Bill Booth, Pot Moore. Row 4. Bob Bowen, James Pitt, Bob Williams, Dalton Carter, Mike O'Donnell, Fred Schneider, David Burks, Chick Willard, Ken Poll. Mr. Smith directs the band as they play a football favorite, Mister Touchdown”, ot the annual Turkey Day game with W.-L. SENIOR BAND As everyone who has ever had a sixth period class on the first floor knows, the senior band has rhythm and velocity. The senior band, composed of G.W.’s most outstanding instrumental players under the direction of Mr. Roy Smith, performed at many school activities including assemblies and football games. On frosty, Friday nights during the fall, football audiences could see their bright uniforms and hear their horns in the stadium here, as well as in others, such as the municipal stadium in Richmond (during the T.J. game), as they played the team on to victory. In the spring the band went to Fairfax to participate in the Virginia State Instrumental Music Festival. This year they were very proud, and justly so, of their rating of one, which was the equivalent of first prize. 128 SENIOR BAND: Row ?. Joe Maiden, Marcia Porterfield, Mike Tomalin, Ethlyn Brooks, Lyn Leslie, Carolyn Spinks, Catherine Philippe, Betty Jones. Row 2 Albert Milster, Sill King, Marilyn Wood, Dirck Stryker, Scott Blackwell, Robert Crabill, Al Schneider, Carole Gonder. Row 3 Philip Jackson, Gordon Silcox, Jim Godwin, James Payne, Arnold Ostrolenk, John Overall, Charles Stewart. Row 4 Jack Roub, Franklin Knill, Joan Heinly, Marilyn Trent, Helen Pals, Mary Alice Benedict, Ellon Bradley, Alan Chedester, Obie Harrup, Hop Arbogast. Mixed emotions after the first football defeat. 129 130 Outside these doors . . . action packed games on a fall evening . . . the basket that means win or lose ... a slide into home with a cloud of dust ... a familiar splash as oar hits water . . . flying cinders as a hurdle is crossed . . . 131 Prexies through and through Row 1: Gerald McRae, Jim Mottley, George Darley, David Booch, Alan Reynolds, Tom Meiklejohn, Mahlon Edwards, Noel Walters. Row 2: James Swan, Richard Crompton, Jerry Lawler, Harold Outten, John Bernhard, John Cox, Dick Rinker, Paul Sheridan. Row 3: Frank Long, Mike Gibbons, Charles Garris, Richard Putnal, Warren Helwege. Sam Kelton, David Whitestone, Robert Pauly, Gene Drury. Row 4. Walter Johnson, Stuart Knight, Ernest Langley, Richard Redmond, Alfred Judd, John Sutherland, Robort Moore, Dan Jones, Charley Armstrong, Don Kaus. Row 5: Coaches Steve Osisek, Frank Koprivo, James Ford, Cy Painter, and Managers Davis Hall, James Hudgins. AWARDS G.W. copped a number of awards in the '54 season both through its individual players and as a team. Harold Outten, the co-captain, and Jerry Lawter gained All-State and All-Southern recognition. Outten also was chosen for the All-Metropolitan team. Dave Beach was voted The Most Valuable Player, and Jerry Lawter was awarded the Dinky Scott Trophy. As a team, G.W. emerged from the season with the Tulloch Memorial Trophy and the Old Oaken Bucket, both of which were returned later, however, when it was discovered that G.W. had unknowingly used an ineligible player. THE FOOTBALL COACHES: Cy Painter, J.V Coach; Frank Koprivo, 0{Jve 6eoeb beom| Q| h9 is pret9nled the most Line Coach; Jim Ford, Head Coach; A. E. Doran, Athletic Director. „o wob o piay9r awoed by Mr. Russ Sutton, President Steve Osisek, Backfield Coach, and Horry Caughron, End and Qf fh A,0xandria Sportsman s Club, at G-W.s Center Coach, annual football banquet. 132 WILSON Wilson's strong defense held G.W. scoreless in the Prexies’ first gome of the season. A deadlock was broken only in the third quarter when Wilson gained two points on a safety. FAIRFAX In their second game, the Prexies bounced back to swamp Fairfax, 30-6. G.W. displayed a well balanced offense and a strong defense in their first victory of the season. HOPEWELL G.W. invaded Hopewell and administered a 13-7 defeat to the powerful Blue Devils. Alan Reynolds and Alfred Judd scored the Prexie touchdowns while Hal Outten spearheaded G.W.'s hard-charging line. VARSITY FOOTBALL SCHEDULE 6 Wins—2 losses—1 Tie G.W. 0 Wilson Opponent A • A 30 Fairfax 6 13 Hopewell 7 7 Thomas Jefferson 7 19 Petersburg 0 9 Episeopol 20 27 St. John's 2 29 Mt. Vernon 12 20 Washington-lee 14 •All games were later forfeited because an ineligible player was used. r- V,‘n Jim Mottley of G.W. heads for the ground after being hit by Bruce Hunt 122) of Fairfax. Halfback Noel Walters (15) of G.W. drives ahead for extra yardage despite the determined efforts of a host of Fairfax Rebels to stop him. Jimmy Mottley of G.W. is hit by two unidentified T J players os Stewart Powers 164) of T J moves in on the play 133 Defenders of the biue and gold PETERSBURG Jim Mottley it brought down after a short gain by an unidentified Mount Vernon tackier. Rick Rinkcr (48) and Jim Swan 138), both of G.W,, and on unidentified Mi. Vernon p'.ayer (37) come up on the play. THOMAS JEFFERSON G.W. journeyed to Richmond where they were tied by T.J., 7-7. The tie kept G.W. from sharing in the State title. G.W.'s defense played another superb gome, and this time they had an offense to help them as the Prexies downed Petersburg 19-0. Jim Mottley's two thirty-four yard touchdown passes, and Dave Beach's nine-yard run gave G.W. their third victory of the season. EPISCOPAL After outplaying Episcopal for the first half, the Prexies fell in defeat before the surging second-half attack of the undefeated Maroon eleven, 20-9. G.W. scored first in the second quarter on a twenty-five yard dash over right tackle and had numerous other scoring opportunities but could cash in on only the one. ST. JOHN'S After being sidetracked by Episcopal, G.W. got back on the road to victory by overcoming St. John’s 27-2. Butch Darley sparked the Prexies on offense, and Harold Outten led the sturdy defenses that stopped the Johnnies with a minus-three yards rushing. Alan Reynolds’ forty-one yard return of an intercepted pass and Walter Johnson s conversion gave G.W. their seven points in the first period. T.J. matched them early in the fourth quarter. The game was one of the hardest hitting contests of the season, both teams displaying strong defenses. MOUNT VERNON The first half of the Prexies’ game was a hard fought battle ending with Mt. Vernon ahead 12-10 at half time. In the second half, G.W. broke the Major s defense wide open, racking up a final tally of 29-12. Dave Beach, with two touchdowns, led G.W. in scoring. Jerry Lowter, Dick Rinker, (48), and Butch Darley of G W pull down Epitcopol't Fletcher Corfer 180). Tommy Burnett of Petersburg spills Jim Mottley as Petersburg's Jack Evans rushes up. 134 Carlton “Shad Schelhorn, former G.W. football ttar, Sammy Pointer, cheerleader mascot, and tho court composed of Nancy Hyde, JoAnn Hamlet, Betty Sanchei, Carole Webb, Lynn Chedester, and Susie Moore are shown honoring Goil Pinker, 1953 Football Queen, while Mrs. Margaret Tyler, a representative of Singer' Jewelers looks on. WASHINGTON-LEE The Prexies culminated a successful season by downing W.-l. 20-14 in the annual Thanksgiving Day game. The victory, G.W.'s seventh straight over the Little Generals, was not gained until the last three minutes of the game when Bob Pauly, an end, scooped up a loose W.-L. pitchout and ran twenty yards for the score. G.W.’s other touchdowns were scored by Alan Reynolds and Dave Beach. Don Kous 113) of G W. goes down under a host of players in G.W.'s annual game with W.-L. Other identifiable players ore Chris Plain 136) of W.-l. and Frank Long and Jerry Lawler of G W. 135 Comin right up J.V. FOOTBALL IDENTIFICATION: Row I. Pot Henry, Billy PlotI, Robert Sisson, Anthony Antonioli, Bill Shu, Robert Morris, Earle Mountcostle, Mike Nelson. Row 2: Dove Brown, Marsh oil Henderson, John Gary, Robert Gorlond, Bobby Mawyer, George Crim. Dove Kerlin, James Pitt. Row 3; James Willioms, lee Padgett, William West, Robert Fowler, Roy Grovotte, Richard McKinney, Ted Ritter, Elliott James, Jimmie Forroll. Row 4. Dole Davies, Robert Polk, Frank Fonnon, Gail Burch-ell, Lawrence Jacobs. Stanley Harrison, John Juliono, Dick Moore, James Hines, Milton Rodgers. Row 5. Managers Davis Hall and James Hudgins, Coach Cy Painter, Managers Jack Phillips, Bob Costedy. JUNIOR VARSITY FOOTBALL Two unidentified W.-L. Joyvee players close in on Earle Mount castle of G.W. os George Crim comes up too late to help. Coach Cy Painter’s Junioi Varsity squad led by Co-Captains Bill Shu and Anthony Antonioli, compiled a two-win, five-loss record for the season against topflight competition. The Jayvees played good ball in every game and scored in all but one of their contests. Despite their losing record, their season was considered a success, for it achieved its aim, to give experience to the boys who will return as Varsity team members in the years ahead. J.V. FOOTBALL SCHEDULE G.W. 2 Wins—5 losses Opponent 22 Mt. Vernon 0 7 Woshington-lee 24 0 Bullis B 6 6 Gonzogo 21 6 Wakefield 26 19 Fairfax 6 7 Washington-lee 13 136 Big shots VARSITY BASKETBALL SCHEDULE 14 Win — 9 Losses G.W. Opponent 55 Blodensburg 41 44 John Morsholl 47 57 Alumni 59 75 McKinley Tech. 56 75 T.J. 71 71 Wilson 54 68 W.-L 39 55 Mount Vernon 49 49 Episcopol 61 61 Gonzogo 62 83 Foils Church 44 75 Eostcrn 61 70 Fairfax 45 56 W.-L 57 61 Falls Church 30 59 Mount Vernon 60 84 Fairfox 58 46 St. John's 74 49 T.J. 64 56 ‘ London 49 52 St. Anthony 48 57 ‘ Gonzogo 42 50 John Marshall 53 ‘Denotes Mctropoliton Tournoment ‘‘Denotes Stole Tournoment Doug Totes hooks for two points os an unidentified T.J. player tries unsuccessfully to block it. Others in the picture ore Ed Baird (44), Jack l by (35), and Larry Morris (33), all of T.J. VARSITY: Row I: Mike Agoo, Wayne Stewart, Wilmcr Anderson, John Keen, Walt Davis, Doug Yates, Jim Mottley Row ? Jacob Folk (Manager), Phil Hodges, Gene Thomas, George Coburn, Dean Allen, Air Steve Osisek ICoach), Bill Hamaker, Stuart Knight, Frank Meyers, Jim Conner, Davis Hall IManager). 137 Hands up VARSITY BASKETBALL Under the guidance of their new mentor, Steve Osisek, the 53-54 Prexics turned in a fine season compiling a 14-9 season record. Coach Osisek had only one man, Doug Yates, left after graduation from the starting five of the year before. However, out of some good players from last year's J.V. and the returning lettermen, he molded a team that was an excellent defensive unit, which after a slow start became a potent offensive quintet. On defense the Presidents employed the man-to-man and the old G.W. standby, the zone. As the team was well versed in both of the defenses, they frequently changed in the course of the game as the occasion demanded. The Prexies were led on offense by All-State forward Doug Yates, who was the team's high scorer with a 20.1 point average. Wilmer Anderson, who was co-captain along with Yates, was second for scoring honors with an average of 10.6. The other starters were John Keen, Mike Agee, and Wayne Stewart or George Coburn. Also Jim Mottley and Dean Allen saw a lot of action. It is interesting to note that in all but three of their defeats, the Presidents were edged by only a few points. In fact, G.W. lost six games by a total of 11 points or an average of 1.8 points per game. Three of G.W.’s losses were by one point, one by two points, and two by three points. Doug Yotes goes up for a score os Dick Davis of W.-l. tries unsuccessfully to stop him. Wayne Stewart is the Other G.W. olnver. JUNIOR VARSITY: Row ?. Phil Yalos, Cob Gordo, Mike Delnegro, Warron Cdwards, Bob Procter, Terry layer, Walt Dens-more. Row 2. Mike Willingham (Manager), Dave Woltmon, Bucky Poole, Mike Downey, Mr Bob funesti (Coach), Earl Young, Frank Attilis, John McElroy (Manager). 138 Great expectations FRESHMAN TEAM: Row I Bill Dorr, Pete Latimer, Eddie Dyson, John Welch, David Lehman, Peter Schultz, Donald Hinkle, flow 2: Mr Fronk Marino (Coach), Ralph Price, James Godonas, Robert Gibbs, Skip West, Jerry File, French Zahn, Gail Burchell, Hamilton Rothrock, Frank Cosimano. TOURNAMENTS Dcon Allen (22) of G.W. tries to bfock a shot by Mike Wiliioms (12) of Gonzogo in the finals of the Metropolitan Tournament Wilmer Anderson (14) of G.W. and Dick Ridgeway (14) of Gonzogo are the other identifiable players. After narrowly missing the title for the past two years, G.W. captured the Metropolitan Invitational Tournament Championship by defeating Gonzaga in the final game 57-42. To reach the finals, the unranked Prexies had to defeat London, the private school champions, and St. Anthony's, who defeated G.W. in the finals last year. The Presidents outclassed London and won quite easily 56-49. G.W. captured an early lead and always maintained a comfortable margin. Against St. Anthony's, the Prexies rolled up an eight-point half time advantage which enabled them to hold off the second half surge of the sharpshooting Tonies. Gonzaga and G.W. played a nip-and-tuck game for three quarters, but in the last period the Prexies' strength came to the fore, and G.W. won going away. In the first game of the State Tournament, the Prexies went against top-seeded John Marshall and lost a heart breaker in the first round. John Marshall won the game on foul shots in the final seconds. JUNIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL G.W.'s J.V. basketball squad recorded another outstanding record, winning thirteen and losing five. Led by their new coach. Bob Funesti, the Baby Prexies rolled over such top teams as the Thomas Jefferson Jayvees, the Wakefield Varsity, and the Gonzaga Jay-vees. Only the W.-L. Jayvees held an edge over G.W. by winning both of their games from the Vice-Presidents. 139 Homeward bound VARSITY: Row 1: Wilbur Smith, Nick Wain, Clay Lyons, Butch Parley, Tommy Moiklojohn, Joe Perry, Don Jones, Wilmer Anderson, Pat Henry. Row 2. Lambert Barnett, Dove Brown, Mike Heisley, Sonny Johnson, Stuart Nalls, Doug Yates, Sam Kelton, Noel Walters Row 3. Mr. Cy Pointer (Coach), Billy Shu, Gene Thomas, John Oliver, John Keen, John Ginn, Chuck Grimes, Alike Agee, George Crim (Manager). Wilmer Anderson, off ground, ond Butch Darley, GWs keystone combination, run through a double ploy. Both of these boys are also letterman pitchers. 1954 VARSITY BASEBALL SCHEDULE April 7 Episcopal Home 3:30 9 Woshinqton-lcc Homo 3:30 14 Blodcmburg Home 3:30 21 Fairfax Home 3:30 23 Mt. Vernon Awoy 8:00 23 Falls Church Home 3:30 30 Washington-lee Awoy 8:00 Moy 4 Bullis Awoy 3:30 7 Fairfax Away 8:00 12 Mt. Vernon Home 3:30 14 Foils Church Away 3:30 17 Falls Church Heme 3:30 19 Woshinglon-lec Away 8:00 26 Fairfax Home 3:30 28 Mt. Vernon Awoy 800 140 VARSITY BASEBALL Coach Cy Painter's Varsity squad had five veteran pitchers to throw at the opposition, but the infield and outfield had to be chosen from boys with little or no Varsity experience. Tommy Meiklejohn led the veteran pitchers with Butch Darley, Wilmer Anderson, Gene Thomas, and Joe Perry, the other members of the big five. These boys made Coach Painter optimistic in spite of the inexperience of the rest of the team. JUNIOR VARSITY BASEBALL The Vice-Presidents under the guidance of Coach Harry Ricer expected another good season. Mr. Ricer had some sixty hopefuls from which to choose his squad. The Vice-Presidents played eight league games against the Jayvees of W.-L., Mt. Vernon, Fairfax, and Falls Church. They also played the Wakefield Jayvees and hoped to schedule more non-league opponents. Joe Perry is tagged out trying to stool homo by Tommy Moiklejohn whilo Wiltnor Andorton, who has stoppod out of tho batter's box, woteh� «. JUNIOR VARSITY: Row I. Tom Dittmer, Robort Morris. Mott Middlobrookt, Albort Peacock, David lohmon, David Craig, Bill Dowdy, John Papagoorgo, Bill Smith, Brueo Aobol, Lorry Dohnor, Buddy Elliott. Row 2: Billy Plot!, John McElroy, Jorry Corso. Jorry Evans, Warren Edwards, John Moroei, Jomos Hudgins, Dole Dovios, Richard McDonald, Kenneth Pridgon, Jomos Keck, Hubert Horring. Row 3: Loon Jowoll, Jimmy Kidd, Billy Dawson, Joff Aitchoson, Joe Bowman, Robort Cos-sody. Lorry Mohonoy, Billy Matthews, Milton Rogers, Paul Clarke, Raymond Glover, Milton Soffollo, James Dakemon, Row 4: Alfred Anderson, Paul Rittonour, Robort Locker, Bim Perry, Mac Povorill, Robort Gerber, Jimmy Hines, Clarence Ludlow, Terry layer. Buddy Arnold, Dick Rothwell, Frank Fannon, David Wuebbens IManager). Row 5: Mr. Harry Ricer (Coach), Eddie Treger (Manager), Edward Pullman, Gene Noll, Bucky Borne, Dennis Clark, David Wolfford, Warren Samuels, Larry Gates, Robert Hill, Eugene Kopp, Jim Conner, Joe Sheldon. 141 Sawdust in their eyes CROSS COUNTRY This year, George Washington's cross country track team had a very good season. Under Coach Harry Red Caughron, the thinclads won all five of their dual meets, winning over Baltimore Poly, W.-l., Fairfax, Episcopal, and Coolidge. In each of these meets David Brown, Team Captain Charlie Ginsberg, and Frank Myers finished first, second, and third, respectively. SPRING TRACK Again this year track took its place as one of the major sports at G.W. Composed of nine returning varsity let-termen, other returnees plus many newcomers, the squad was well balanced in all events. Coach Harry Caughron began the season with hopes for a good year and expected to place high in the big meets. The Prexie thinclads began early in February preparing for their first meet, the Alexandria Memorial Relays. CROSS COUNTRY: Row I: Frank Myers, Charlie Ginsberg, Ricky Lillerick, Buzzy Williams, Mike Gallaghor, Bob Shoup, Dave Brown. Row 2: Bill Holland, Everett Greenwood, Marbury Seaman, Randy McDonald, Bob Garda, Raymond Poole. Row 3: Bill Zierdt (Monagerl, leroy Burrows, Mr. Horry Caughron (Coach), Russell Mason, Walter Harrison. 1954 SPRING TRACK SCHEDULE April 3 Alexandria Memorial Relays Home 2.00 9 Episcopal Ml. Vernon Away 3:30 10 Baltimore Poly. Relays Awoy 200 14 Open 17 Handley Away 200 23 Mt. Vernon Fairfox Home 3:30 29 Northern Vo. Mcot Awoy 3:30 May 1 Maryland Awoy 1.00 6 7 Metro. Meet Awoy 300 11 Washington-lee Home 3:30 14-15 State Meet Away 200 VARSITY: Row I; James Swan, Jerry Lawter, Elliott Thompson, Dick Rinker, Gene Drury, Charles Ginsberg (Co-Coptain), Alan Reynolds (Co-Captain), Tommy Caraballo, Richard Crompton, Harold Outten, John Cox, David E. Brown. Row 2: John Gory, Robert Shonk, Ranny Boyer, Arthur Severson, Bill Holland, John Bernhard, Mike Gallagher, Mike Gibbons, Herbert Kohler, John Strother, Robert Sisson. Row 3. lee Duncan (Assistant Coach), Bill Zierdt (Manager), Roger Bullene, Charles Armstrong, Marbury Seaman, Paul Sheridan, John Knight, John Sutherland, Allred Judd, Mike Nelson, Ricky Litterick, Horry Miller. Row 4-. Mr. Harry Caughron (Coach), David Wallace, Jack Saussy, Robert Pauley, Robert Cross, Marsholl Henderson, Richard King, Russell Mason, Jerry Grochawsky, Mr. Jim Ford (Coach). 142 JUNIOR AR$ITV: Row 1: William Jones, Lawrence Jacobs, David Stryker, Robert Garda, Sill Schumn, Edward Renner, Raymond Williams, Bobby Batts, Jack Lantz, Fred Wills. Raw 2. Don Hinklo, David Kcrlin, Stuart Kerxton, Fred Sherman, Tracy Aitchoson, Earle Mountcastle, Bill Norvell, Gordon Sitcox, Robert Chofoe, Ed Lowronco. Row 3: Mac Jones, George Butts, Horry Cross, Tod Rittor, Randy McDonald, Gordon Baldwin, Shelton Peters, Raymond Poole, Bobby Cohen Row 4: Mr. Harry Caughron (Coach), Johnny Kohlor, Earl Young, Phil Halo, Bert Spivy, Allen Bugg, Robert Lynde, Peter Schultz, Everett Greenwood, John Moore. Coach Harry Caughron keeps a watchful eye on his ace half-miter. Dovo Brown, in a practice run. Harold Outton, G.V .'s top weight man, gets ready to take a practice throw with the shotput. Down by the riverside” VARSITY: Row 1: Roy Grovatte, Robert H. Moore, Jim Colon gelo, Al Philippe. Joel Sipes, Paul Sheridan, John Sullivan, Dick Rinker, Curtis Adkins, Jim Swan, Russ Dunn. Row 2 Paul Meyer, Carl Elliot, Oliver Beale. Ken Norris, James Stewart, John Moore, Monk Reynolds, Roger Finch, Dave Uhler, Glen Edmonds, Gene Gardner, Bobby Kane, Dieter Von der Lippe, Sandy Morrison, Joy Bolton, Gene Ross. Row 3: Conrad Krell, Mike Romie, John Higgenbothom, Bill Dalkis, George Dunham, Charles Clarke, Bucky Poole, Dirck Stryker, lorry Friesz, John Beal, Ken Norris, Dave Uhler, Glen Edmonds, and Joel Sipes get ready to put out to sea in a quad. 144 Cooch Julian White stone and Assistant Coach Jock Franklin toke time out from their coaching duties down at the Old Dominion Boot Club. Coxswain Al Philippe, Curl Adkins, Horry Miller, Russ Dunn, Dick Pinker, Paul Sheridan, John Sullivan, Bob Moore, and Jim Swan, Ihe varsity eight, in action on the Potomac. CREW G.W.’s crew looked for a banner year this season. Head Coach Julian Whitestone could put a veteran team on the river, for all but one of last year's Varsity eight were back. Last season G.W.'s crew was second only to W.-L. in both the Stofesbury Cup and National Championship races. They were able to defeat W.-L. for the Northern Virginia Championship. Because of the strong crew and Ihe lack of high school rowing teams in the area, G.W. had difficulty in getting opponents. Nearly all of the high school crews are in the Middle Atlantic and New England States, and as a result most of G.W.’s races were held away from home. The annual Stotesbury Cup race was held as usual in Philadelphia, and the Nationals were held at Worcester, Massachusetts. 1954 CREW SCHEDULE April 10 lower Merion Away 200 17 W.-L and Princeton Frosh. Awoy 200 24 Penn. Froth. Home 200 May 1 W.-l. and Penn. (150 Pound) Away 200 8 Sprint Regotta Awoy 200 15 Northern Virginia Championship Home 1.00 25 Stotesbury Cup Awoy 200 29 Notionol Championship Away 200 JUNIOR VARSITY: Row !. Robert Dow, Ed Franklin, Frank Reed, James Mills, Dick lynch, Mike Goldberg, lorry Rooe-’sz-George Hoffman, Gene Beavers, Howard Meyer, Jeff Pobert, Charlie Holman, Phil Hale, Melvin Forf-er !.:« Gravalte. Row 2. Bob Bower, Aubrey Redling, Eddie Ofiner, John Seoman, Bobby Hamilton, Charles Oacro” Warren Boland, Phil London, John Bibb, Francis Shunk, Bartley Gordon, John Compton, Richard Moore, Warren “ -ege J — Robinson, Harry Miller, Hop” Arbogast. Row 3: David Milton, Jim McMahon, Carroll English, A e Halber, D :k vc- Kinney, Elliot James, Chick Willard. . Headed for forest hills TENNIS: Kneeling Mike Willingham, Pefe Latimer, Bob Willingham, Don Price, Bob Dickens, Skip Harvey, Dick Parler IManagerI. Standing: Mr. Bob Funesti (Coach), Dave Roby, Bob Morgon, Earl Mcfarland, George Gather, Hammond Myers, David Whitestone. Pete Latimer smashes his serve over the not in a practice session of the G.W. tennis team on the Parkfairfax courts. TENNIS Since its organization three years ago, the tennis team has rapidly gained popularity at G.W. This year it reached the top with all but one of the players on last year's team returning. In addition, Coach Bob Funesti gained strength through two transfer students and several new boys discovered in the fall intramural tournament won by Bob Morgan. 1954 TENNIS SCHEDULE April 6 Away 3:30 7 Episcopal Awoy 3:30 9 Roosevelt Away 3:30 13 Maryland Frosh. Away 3:30 23 W.-L Away 3:30 27 Friends Away 3:30 30 W.-L Home 3:30 May 1 Open 5 Bcthesda-Chcvy Chase Away 3:30 7 Open 8 State Tournoy Away 200 10 Montgomery Blair Away 3:30 11 Falls Church Home 3:30 14 Northwestern Home 3:30 17 Friends Away 3:30 18 Bladensburg Home 3:30 20 Open 21 Open 25 Open 26 London Away 3:30 144 Mr. Eric Tipton, assistant football coach at Williom and Mary Collage, is shown speaking to the annual oth-lotic banquet held in G.W.'s cafeteria. MONOGRAM CLUB The Monogram Club is the organization composed of all the boys who have earned a varsity letter in a sport at G.-W. Head football coach Jim Ford is the club sponsor. The organization holds an athletic banquet each year after the football season at which the team’s outstanding athletes are recognized. HAROID OUTTEN JOHN COX LEE DUNCAN President Vice-President Secretary-Treasurer MONOGRAM CLUB: Row I Bill Dowdy, frank Myers, Lee Duncan, Harold Outten, John Cox, Jimmy Mottley, Charles Garris, Don Kaus, Mike Gibbons, Robert Pauly. Row 2. Allen Philippe, Buizy Williams, Ricky Litterick, Jim Swan, Alan Reynolds, Swinky Bernhard, David Beach, Jerry Lowter, Sonny Johnson, Don Jones. Row 3: Robert Moore, Bill Zierdt, Charles Ginsberg, David Brown, Bob Shoup, Dickie Redmond, Dickie Crompton, Duby Thompson, Stuart Knight. Row 4: Horry Miller, Gene Drury, Dick Rinker, Woyn Stewart Prexiettes GIRLS' ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION The activities of the G.A.A. have opened the door to healthy minds and strong bodies for many girls. This international organization, the G.W. branch of which was started twelve years ago by Mrs. Jane Gregory and sponsored now by Miss Lorraine Hubbard, stresses leadership along with sportsmanship. Each girl develops these two qualities as she takes an active part in the club. To become a member, a girl must be recommended by her physical education teacher, and earn a total of 100 points which are given for performing certain stunts and participating in various sports. When she has earned her points, she receives a G.A.A. pin. SECOND SEMESTER OFFICERS: Janet lunceford, Vice-President; Didi Harrison, President; Bobbie Jackson, Recorder of Points. Absent from picture, lois Entwisle, Secretary. FIRST SEMESTER OFFICERS: Bobbie Mellott, Vice President; Didi Harrison, Recorder of Points; Janet lunceford. President; and Betty Newman, Secretory-Treasurer. Row 1: Bobbie Jackson, Barbora Whalen, Gail Rinker, Marianne Crittenden, Maxine Savage, Shirley Noell. Row 2; Miss Hubbard, Janet Lunceford, Ann Krummes, Bobbie Mellott, Joan Sillex, Dot Alcorn, Adrienne Thatcher. Row 3: Sue Mortensen, Lois Entwisle, Betty Newman, Betty Sanchei, Nancy Hyde, Carol Williams, Didi Horrison. 148 The bowling form shown by Belly Newman won many matches for ihe G A,A WI me w m « oownny Ifuiri, uuiwuru nuien, «unvn� ie Thalchcr, Carol Williams, and Belly Newman, compare scores of o Saturday morning match. Miss Hubbard woicomos Ann Adam;, Groce Sulhord (sealed), Lorella Ellison, Harriet Coflin, and Belly Bowling, new members of ihe G A.A. The G.A.A. represents G.W. in competitive girls' sports with schools in the surrounding area. Any member may be on the bowling, basketball, or softball team, and, after showing outstanding ability, earn a G.W. letter. Each new season brings a different sport with lots of hard practice end lively competition, but the girls balance these activities by having a wonderful time at their annual Christmas party and spring beach picnics. 8orbata Whalen and Belly Newman won Ihe girls' doubles in the Christmos Bowling Tourney. Eoch girl received a trophy Belly also won I he mixed doubles. 149 G.A.A. BASKETBALL TEAM: Kneeling: lo it Entwitle, Joan Sillen, Bobbie Mellott, Bobbie Jock ton, Barbara Whalen, and Do Hie Alcorn. Standing Grace Suthard, Janet lunceford, Ann Krummet, Betty Newman, Nancy Hyde, and Willie Williams. A free shot it taken by Janet lunceford during a night practice at Bobbie Mellott, Carol Williamt. and lo it Entwitle look on. In the Falls Church game, Ann Krummet jumpt for the ball as Nancy Hyde and Janet lunceford wotch. G.A.A. BASKETBALL SCHEDULE G.W. 29 Fairfax Opponent 33 31 Falls Church 32 31 Mount Vernon 27 21 Fairfax 57 40 Falls Church 39 46 Mount Vernon 31 150 Jimmy Swan it cbeared enthusiastically during the pregame ceremonies on Thanksgiving Day. Behind the scenes These are the ones that cheerfully serve the hungry students at lunchtime: Seated: Mrs. Lucille Frinks, Mrs. Sadie Heflin. Mrs. Carrie Marinoff, Miss Mary Wheeler, Miss Elsie Color. Standing: Misses Freido Hall, Helen Wright, Mary Hollingsworth, Edith Hall, Margaret Compton. MR. ALBERT MAY Custodian MR. CHARLES BARNES Night Watchman Here are the ones that keep our school clean and help prepare the lunches we eat every day Seoted Indiana Jackson, Hazel Spotlswood, Lillian Venson, lw o Strothers. Standing Dorothy Davis, Lewis Walker, Kathryn Hugley, Arthur Bailey. Absent from picture is Mary Dunlop. 151 Advertisements 152 Do you have this in my size? ... a sale! . . . would a blue or red dress look better? . . . watch the birdie ... I'd like to add forty-one cents to my account . . . small Coke, please . . . through these doors . . . 153 TURNER STUDIO 108 North Washington Street of service, as official photographers, toward making this year’s “COMPASS” a grand success. The splendid cooperation given us by the editors, faculty, and student body was highly commendable and sincerely appreciated. ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA King 9-3059 We are very grateful for the privilege of being Qerjj R. 5, urner 154 CONGRATULATIONS To You Graduates ! We wish you every success and happiness AS YOU ARE GOING TO BE THE HOMEMAKERS OF TOMORROW — — WE LOOK FORWARD TO SERVING YOU IN THE YEARS TO COME Barnes Kimel Co. ALEXANDRIA ARLINGTON 2525 Mt. Vernon Avenue Overlook 3-4330 1916 Wilson Boulevard Jackson 4-1500 FALLS CHURCH L e Highway and Washington Boulevard Jefferson 3-1400 155 G. C. Murphy Co. KING AND WASHINGTON W..tyourDri.nJs a! Wurply i THE FRIENDLY STORE SHAMROCK O'JECN CANDIDATES OF 1954: Martha Duka, Joanna Anderson, Sue Crommelin, Elaino fataly, Joan Councilor, Marilyn lawis, Helen Herron, Roberta Armstrong. Absent from picture: Donna Bernosek. Phone Overlook 3-1425 JOHN D. GADONAS. Prop. WoJern 1 f-to- j£)ate i edta urant tu Majestic c. . 911 KING STREET ALEXANDRIA. VA. STEAKS CHOPS SEA FOOD FULL COURSE DINNERS Nome of Fine Furniture — ☆ — Fra„k Michelbach i� 8 14-820 King Street Alexandria, Virginia KI. 9-0405 Phones: ' 0 KI. 9-0406 . fexa n dria j Wend Sltj e Center WINDSOR MEN’S SHOP 1017 King Street TEmple 6-4275 GRAHAM OGDEN, Inc. Realtors. Insurance. Bonding. Investments 803 King Street • Alexandria„Va. K1.9-1300 TE. 6-1300 Fairlington Barber Shop CENTRE PLAZA Phone KI. 9-9453 ALEXANDRIA SPORT SHOP INC. 1218 KING STREET Phone KI. 9-6554 Alexandria, Va. Fishing Tackle—Guns—Ammunition BILL HOUSLEY. Manager 156 Compliments of Kloman Instrument Co. HOSPITAL AND PHYSICIANS SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT Phone KL 9-0875 DIAMONDS RELIGIOUS ARTICLES TERLECKY JEWELERS 1707 King St.— Reed Theatre Bldg. Telephone OV. 3-2277 FINE JEWELRY C. foMr. •� . WATCHES ('omptiments of CANNON SHOE STORE 603 King Street • Alexandria. Va. oeS for the (Entire CHANNEL’S T-V 2303 MT. VERNON AVENUE Phone KI. 9-0151 Alexandria, Va. Specializing in Mens, Women St Childrens Hair Cutting ED'S BARBER SHOP ED COLLINS Barber Science Graduate KI. 8-7744 2705!j Mt. Vernon Ave. Alexandria. Va. General Hardware Pittsburgh Paints and Glass Plumbing Supplies Yalspar Paints and Varnishes Westinghouse Products GAINES BROS., INC. 107-109 Daingerficld Road. Alexandria. Virginia Telephones: KI. 9-6151 KI. 9-6152 DRIVE INTO MINIT-MAN TODAY! Your Car Thoroughly Cleaned. Inside and Out An Innovation in Car Washing IN 1 MINUTE Brush Convey or System Minit-Man Automatic Car-Washer CORNER OF HENRY ORONOCO STS. Overlook 3-4122 COMPLIMENTS OF Your Bank THE CITIZENS NATIONAL BANK of Alexandria, Virginia THREE CONVENIENT LOCATIONS MAIN OFFICE 513 King Street UPTOWN OFFICE 1827 King Street MT. VERNON AVENUE OFFICE 2809 Mt. Vernon Avenue 157 LEVINSON CLOTHING COMPANY — ☆ — Headquarters for G. W. Cadet Uniforms and Capes — ☆ — 424 King Street Alexandria, Virginia 1849-1954 105 YEARS OF SERVICE Compliments of WHEATLEY Funeral Home J. S. EVERLY The Coca-Cola Bottling Co. 1500 KING STREET KI. 90452 In a fomllior bond room scene after school Mary Alico Benedict, Tinker Philippa, Bob Williams, Jimmy Payne, Fred Schneider, and accompanist Ronnie Stoncil ioy a bit of peppy music. Compliments of JULIAN R. SEDWICK A Complete Contracting Service NEW CONSTRUCTION REMODELING Residential and Commercial Each class graduates with a greater expectancy and hope of the future. SHIPLEY'S LAUNDERETTES Member Sort hern Virginia Builders Association 114 NORTH SAINT ASAPH STREET can erase your work days with . . . 3-DAY SHIRT SERVICE 30-MINUTE WASH SERVICE 1-HOUR WASH AND DRY SERVICE Alexandria, Virginia King 8-5418 Hotel George Mason Compliments of CERTIFIED ELECTRONICS 1330 POWHATAN STREET King 8-5165 Northern Virginia's Leading Hotel CHAS. E. SLAGLE ManaitinU Director Lor Smart Wearing Apparel 159 Gaines £? Bruin Agency Fire — Auto — Casualty INSURANCE 105 SO. ROYAL ST. Kl. 9-0914 Compliments of JOHN W. BOHLAYER REAL ESTATE — INSURANCE 105 South Royul St. Alexandria, Va Walter C. Davis Electrical Contractor 1509 Prince St. • Alexandria, Va. We Build for lot nor row By Service of oday Kl. 9-2092 OV. 3-2486 Compliments of A let ha Agee Patricia Ward caetemu Q)ance 1510 KING STREET Alexandria, Virginia Compliments of E. L. JOHNSON'S GROCERY STORE 1413 Powhatan Street Alexandria, Virginia Complete line of GROCERIES - MEATS - VEGETABLES We Deliver . . . Call Kl. 8-6888 TE. 6-9668 Manager MORRIS L. JOHNSON HELEN’S PASTRY SHOP Cal.t-Pi.t-Parli.s WJJing ami Idirtl Jaij C ales WaJe to Order 2302 Mt. Vernon Ave. Kl. 9-9581 Telephone King 9-3600 ALEXANDRIA FURNITURE CO., Inc BUY, SELL AMD EXCHANGE FUR Mt EURE 1004-1006 KING STREET ALEXANDRIA, VA. 160 Complimmts of THE BURKE HERBERT BANK and TRUST COMPANY OLDEST BANK IN THE OLD DOMINION CORNER KING ond FAIRFAX STREETS Member Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation AL BAKER SONS, INC REAL ESTATE ond INSURANCE 1 16 S. St. Asaph Street, Alexandria, Virginia King 9-6644 TEmple 6-7343 J H AITCHESON Wholesale Plumbing and Heating Supplies Alexandria, Virginia Compliments of THOMAS MONCURE A ttorney-at-lMtv DEL RAY DRUG STORE T. E. CARNEALE. Prop. RcH. No. 7289 Phone Kin 9-0677 2004 Mt. Vernon Avenue Del Roy, Alexandria. Virginia JOHN’S BLUE RIBBON SHOE REPAIR 412 King Street Alexandria, Va. THRIFT AUTO STORE Heodquorters for TIRES - SEAT COVERS ■ BICYCLES 811 King Street Alexandria, Va. King 9-0314 Bobby Pauly is carried off fhe Hold by toommotes, Sam Kolton, Robert Sisson, Eornost Langley, Paul Sheridan, Jimmy Hines, and Jerry Lowter, after scoring the winning touchdown of the W.-L gome. 161 Chos. V. James, General Manager TE. 6-9550 CIRCLE BARBECUE, Inc Alexandria s Original Open Pit Barbecue SPARE RIBS . . . CHICKENS . . . BEEF . . . PORK SANDWICHES . . . LUNCHES . . . DINNERS ORDERS TO GO North Washington Street at Powhatan Alexandria, Virginia CHEERLEADERS: Sealed Elaine Fotely, Barbara lon-ham, Becky Bolderson, Susie Moore, Wildo Kesterson. Standing: June Roberts, Lynn Chedester, Joann Hamlet, Martha Turrell, Carol White, Joan Councilor. Ballance's 5 Drug Store 3925 Mt. Vernon Ave. Alexandria. Virginia Prescriptions Called Par and Delivered TEmple 6-4444 Virginia Electric Supply Corp. THE ELECTRIC STORE TELEVISION Sales—RADIOS O APPLIANCES-Service 917 King Street Alexandria, Va. HAR-WIL CLEANERS Guaranteed Odorless Dry Cleaning 2615 Mt. Vernon Ave. Kl. 9-8046 Compliments of THE DIME STORE 1906 Mt. Vernon Avenue Alexandria, Virginia Neighborhood Variety Store School Supplies King 9-0078 TEmple 6-2442 Compliments of The M. H. BARRY Organization REALTY ADMINISTRATORS SINCE 1912 2206 Mount Vernon Avenue Alexandria, Virginia MT. VERNON INTERIORS Upholstering — Slipcovers 2003 Mt. Vernon Ave. Kl. 9-5013 Compliments of G. W. BARBER SHOP 1306 Mt. Vernon Ave. Open 8 o.m. to 8 p.m. JIM PELLETIER, Proprietor 162 TURK SAYS C oncjratulcttions Smartly Styled Clothes At Lowest Prices Only at TURK'S MEN S SHOP 2300 Mt. Vernon Avenue Corner Del Roy Avenue THE ONLY MEN'S STORE IN DEL RAY LAUNDROMAT OF ALEXANDRIA WESTINGHOUSE EQUIPPED 2307 Mt. Vernon Avenue Alexandria, Virginia Chauncey Realty Corp. Real Estate and Insurance 1710 Ml. Vernon Avenue Kl. 9-2737 TE. 6-4828 Alexandria Floral Co. THE TERESI'S Alexandria's Only Greenhouses We Telegraph Orders — We Deliver Phone King 9-2666 1600-20 Prince Stroct Compliments of Bendall Pontiac 45-MINUTE DRY CLEANERS GRAND STAR VALET 1625 Prince Street 1901 MOUNT VERNON AVENUE Cleaning and Proving, Shoo Repairing, Hat Cleaned and Blocked, Alteration . . . WHIIE-U-WAIT 4-Hovr Service on Free Pick-up and Delivery Alexandria, Virginia Call OVarlook 3-1200 Alexandria, Virginia Overlook 3-1600 163 For Service and Savings Stop at the KRESGE S Sign of Greater Values AMERICAN OIL CO. From Maine to Florida 604 King Street A. B. N W. TRANSIT CO. 164 for moving “from Alai nr to California' call PAXTON’S Transfer 6c Storage Company King 8-6400 King 8-2233 THE SCOTT SHOPPE 2308 MT. VERNON AVENUE LADIES and JUNIOR APPAREL Alexandria, Virginia Phone Kl. 9.3583 GAINES FURNITURE 907 KING STREET J. C. Gaines ALEXANDRIA. VA. Overlook 3-3085 —rtina 3.,., stanretni Native Food SHIRLINGTON BUSINESS CENTER Joseph L. Lash Sons 1312 Powhatan Street Toys • Homeware - Hardware • Paint OVerlook 3-6444 Phone King 9-8585 THE HOBBY HORSE INFANTS' APPAREL Children’s Clothes and Toys 1701 KING STREET THE REMEMBRANCE SHOP 1507 Seminary Road. Alexandria. Virginia TEmple 6-1456 165 HERFF-JONES COMPANY Manufacturers of GEORGE WASHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL CLASS RINGS Virginio Representative JAMES L. DECK 300 E. Main St. Richmond, Va. Lincoln - Mercury SHIRLINGTON MOTOR CO. 2790 S. Arlington Mill Drive SHIRLINGTON BUSINESS CENTER Arlington, Virginia Overlook 3-4000 Home of Chernerized Used Cars AL NEUMAN ROOFING SHEET METAL STAINLESS STEEL Gutters . . . Spouting . . . Ventilators . . . Skylights Tin . . . Tile . . . Slate . . . Slag . . . Asbestos Asphalt Shingles . . . Convas Roofs FREE ESTIMATES 333 N. Royal Street Alexandria, Virginia Shop: Overlook 3-2862 Night: King 8-3328 DEI RAY LINOLEUM SHADE SHOP Armstrong Linoleums — Columbia Shade Rubber Tile Venetian Blind — A phalt Tile Bill MICHELBACH, Prop. 2305 Mt. Vernon Avenue King 9-1440 OVcrlook 3-0955 AIITCRAFT FLO III ST 2008 Mt. Vernon Avenue TE. 6-0800 Alexandria, Virginia TE. 6-9464 Special Price for Student — 20 Years leading Designer C. O. LEONARD . . . G.W. Alumni . . . CHILLY RAIFORD ™ yb DtUVUUv ESTATE LOANS INSURANCE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT JII SOUTH WASHINGTON STREET NbEX ANDRIAN A. Klnji 9-0567 TEmplc 6-3131 JULIAN T. BURKE, Inc. VUJ J. nsurance 218 KING STREET Alexandria. Virginia G. Anderton Burke. Executive Vice-President David M. Burke. Sales Representative PRINTING engraving BOOKBINDING • • • 0vfra Third of a Century The (‘ompdss cR'ELL-COLE com PANV N ' Telephone K I ng 9-0162 Alexandria, Virginia Compliments of CUNNINGHAM Compliments FUNERAL HOME, Inc. R. E. KNIGHT SONS WILLIAM W. CUNNINGHAM 621-623 King Street W. BEVERLEY MOUNTCASTLE LILLIE V. CUNNINGHAM A. K. ROYSTON Alexandria, Va. Cameron and Alfred Streets ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA 1V. SM So,,, Ain,j King 9-1800 TEmple 6-4580 of Wost £„er,jtlin9 ” ALEXANDRIA NATIONAL BANK ALEXANDRIA. VIRGINIA MAIN OFFICE: NORTHWEST BRANCH: KING AND ROYAL STREETS. FA1RLINGTON CENTRE King 9-0124 King 9-4968 AIRPORT FACILITY: WASHINGTON NATIONAL AIRPORT WESTEND BRANCH: SHIRLEY-DUKE SHOPPING CENTER King 9-8108 Member f t ditv Deposit Insurance dorp. WhS 113 Years of Service C ong ra tula tions 4VUifliani r t)eniainc CT Son TJun era L JJ om e from One of 'The South s Oldest and Finest AUTO 520 S. Washington Street ACCESSORIES Alexandria, Va. CO., INC. KI ng 9-0074 THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF ALEXANDRIA Oldest Sat ion at Bank in Virginia 90th ANNIVERSARY — 1864-1954 MAIN OFFICE: 507 KING STREET NORTHEAST BRANCH: 701 NORTH ST. ASAPH STREET Member Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation 169 Lennox Warm Air Automatic Heating Equipment American Coo lair Fans Dutch )ven Stoves Aitcheson Fuel Co., Inc. ESTABLISHED 1882 500 King Street COAL FUEL OIL WOOD Storm Windows Automatic Gas llot Water Heaters Toro Lawn Mowers May l ag Washers PLANT—SOUTH STRAND STREET Between Prince and Duke Streets Phones: KI ng 9-2214 — TEmple 6-4969 TIMBERMAN'S DRUG STORE 106 North Woshington St. Alexandria, Virginia F. H. Nugent, Prop. King 9-0091 PENNEYS J. C. PENNEY CO.. INC. 61 5-619 King Street K 1. 9-0800 Alexandria, Virginia The store where THOMPSON’S DELICATESSEN Hcrshcy's Ice Cream - Esskay Meats 2605 Mt. Vernon Avenue DELRAY, ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA Qualify, Fashion and Price Unite to give you the most for your money. JEWELRY AND GIFTS Expert Watch and Clock Repairing Lowest Prices in Town i irim iiwiiuts 2619 Mt. Vernon Avc. OV. 3-3870 170 Complimtnf of DUKE D E I. II AT ESS E SHIRLEY DUKE SHOPPING CENTER SH1RL1NGTON DELICATESSEN SHIRUNGTON BUSINESS CENTER Both Store Under the Seme Management Specializing in Kosher-Style Poods Henderson’s Drug Store 710 S. Washington St. OV. 3 4010 HUNTING TOWERS PHARMACY 1200 S. Washington St. KI. 8 1111 SHIRLEY DUKE ESSO SERVICENTER 4657 DUKE STREET ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA TE. 6-9596 Greeting Cords Stationery DICKY'S CARD CO. 5205 DUKE STREET ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA Gifts OV. 3-6585 FANNON’S . . . known for years to your parents . . . again extends to the Graduates of 1954 BEST WISHES for a life rich in successful achievement, and filled with opportunities that have made America great . . . opportunities that CAN make your education at G.W. fruitful! THOMAS J. FANNON SONS Coal — Automatic Heat - Fuel Oil DUKE and HENRY STREETS ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA 169 haymanv 530 KING STREET Where Fashion-Wise Alexandria Shops Famous make Coats, Suits, Dresses and Accessories Established 1844 WORTH HULFISH SONS Incorporated 311-313-315 KinU St. Alexandria. Va. Retail and Wholesale Hardware OVtl A HUNDSEO YEARS OF CONTINUOUS SERVICE Compliments of Monticello Delicatessen 2301 Mt. Vernon Avenue T Km pic 6-9718 W ELLINGTON HOUSE FURNITURE DECORATION 809 South Washington Stree t ALEXANDRIA. VIRGINIA Compliments of DAVE'S SMART STYLES in weoring opporel for the Young Miss and Mister -si... lass' WATCHES JEWELRY DIAMONDS CLOCKS REP AIRING 2407 Mt. Vernon Avenue King 9-5531 Compliments A FRIEND Hunting Terrace Beauty Shop BASEMENT — II BUILDING 1200 South Washington Street Phone KI. 9-9509 Compliments of Cohen Bros. Jewelers Seri ini’ Sort hern Virginia for Over j Quarter of a Century 1127 KING STREET A 't radition of Superior Service STYLING AT POPULAR PRICES Jnl(k Hair Stylist 1632 King Street, Alexandria — KI. 8-0070 Shirlington Shopping Center — KI. 8-7450 ALEXANDRIA - ARLINGTON - SILVER SPRING WHITE CROSS CLEANERS — Pur Storage — VVarron Cofpj displays the cannon which is the product of many hours of hard work in metol shop 172 SHIRLINGTON HARDWARE CO. HARDWARE . . . HOUSEWARES PAINT . . . ARTIST SUPPLIES 2770 South Quincy 2774 South Quincy WASHINGTON and KANE, Inc. MULTIPLE LISTING REALTORS INSURANCE 1615 KING STREET Kl. 9-5046 Compliments of R. S. LUCKETT, Manager Alexandria Bowling Center WARD WINTERS CO. Olives. Pickles. Mayonnaise, and Potato Chips 1905 Mt. Vernon Avc. TE. 6-2255 SERVICE TIRE CORP. TIRKS o APPLIANCES • TELEVISION 1609 King Street Alexandria, Va. HERBY'S. Incorporated 1600 Duke St. Alexandria. Va. Your Friendly FORI) Service Dealer KI. 9-0374 TE. 6-3768 Compliments of M. S. GINN COMPANY SCHOOL AND ART SUPPLIES KI. 9-0278 420 King St. Alexandria. Va. J l ite's J3ec,ulfi Sa c arcjncnte $ Jetton 318 POWHATAN SHOPPING CENTER TEmple 6-8400 Compliments of TASTY DELICATESSEN 1309 KING STREET OV. 3-2365 Bette Cannon School of Donee Compliments of FIRST FEDERAL SAVINGS LOAN ASSOCIATION OF ALEXANDRIA 119-121 N. NX'ashnigton Street Alexandria, Virginia 1222 King Street King 8-o334 King 9-9396 173 Office Phone OV. 3-5900 i ranch Office 99 Hillwood Ave., Falls Church, Vn. JE-3-8300 J.T. Moton Realty, Inc, Sales Rentals Main Office 2415 MT. VERNON AVENUE ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA Insurance Property Management c WISE TEEN-AGERS are coming to Woodward and Lothrop for their new clothes. For you girls, there's the Young Fourth Floor. And for the men. it’s the Men’s Store, Second Floor, less than a minute via the electric stairway. G.W. Delicatessen Bakery SOT!' DRINKS SCHOOL SUPPLIES 1310 Mt. Vernon Avenue HODGES GULF SERVICE 2301 Commonwealth Ave., Alcxondrio, Vo. Phone Overlook 3-0802 COMPLETE AUTO SERVICE I. B. Hodges, Prop. P. L. Jacobs, Mgr. 174 LOCAL and LONG DISTANCE Since 1880 MOVING I. C. C. Cert. 93641 On Moving Day — Move the Duncan Way 400-410 N. Columbus Street k I ng 9-0417 Alexandria, Va. Let Us Serve You Your Duiry Products At Your Door... Fresh and Pure Homogenized Vitamin I) Milk Golden Guernsey Milk | Grade A Pasteurized Milk and Cream i Butter . . . Eggs . . . Cottage Cheese Alexandria Dairy Products Co., Inc. CORNER PITT AND PRINCESS STREETS ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA Phone King 9-2525 ‘Treat 3tCother and Jamily 'To 'Tintier zAt THE OLD CLUB TEAHOUSE (Once George Washington Clubhouse) xAny Evening or Sunday 555 South Washington Street Alexandria, Virginia oCaura rJlcc J)nvile$ y°u ” 177 Memories securely locked GENERAL INDEX Astronomy Club ....................119 Bonds .............................. 1 27 Baseball ........................ 140 Basketball ........................137 Bible Club ........................ 52 Cheerleaders 108 Contestants Club ..................Ill Crew Team ........................ 144 Dance Club ....................... 114 Dramatics Club ....................112 Double-Barred Cross ...............121 Foculty ........................... 70 Football 132 Freshman Class ................. 59 Future Business Leaders of America 117 Future Homemakers of America 116 Future Teachers of America 118 Girls' Sports 148 Hobby Club ........................115 Honor Organizations .............. 96 Junior Class ..................... 44 Junior Red Cross ..................120 language Clubs 104 library Club 118 Majorette Club ................... 110 Monogram Club Music Section Office Help .147 123 122 120 Publications 98 30 Senior Class 10 Senior Directory 31 Sophomore Class 53 94 Tennis Team 146 Track Team 142 World Events Club 107 178 ADVERTISERS Aitchcson Fuol Co.. Inc............170 Aitchcson, J. H..................161 Aletho Agco and Patricia Ward 160 Al Bokcr Sons Inc................161 A. B. W. Transit Co..............164 Alexandria Bowling Center .........173 Alexandria Dairy ..................176 Alexandria Floral Co...............163 Alexandria Furniture Co., Inc. 160 Alexandria Notional Bank .......168 Alexandria Sport Shop .............156 The Dime Store .... Duke Delicatessen .162 .171 Duncan, Bob........................167 Duncan Moving .....................175 Ed's Barber Shop 157 Empire Jewelers ...................170 Fairlington Shop .........156 Fannon, Thomas J., Sons .......171 First Federal Savings loon 173 First Notional Bonk ... .169 Gaines Bruin Agency ... 160 Marguerite's Beauty Salon ..........173 Michelbach, Frank, Inc..............156 Minit-Man Automatic Car-Washer 157 Moncure, Thomos, Attorney-at-low 161 Monticcllo Delicatessen ............172 Moton, J. T., Realty, Inc...........174 Ml. Vernon Interiors ...............162 Murphy's .......................... 156 Neuman, Al..........................166 Newell-Cole Printing Co.............167 New Majestic Cafe ..................156 American Amoco Gos ... 164 166 Gomes Bros., Inc Goines Furniture 165 Poxton's Transfer Storage Co. ... .165 Auto Accessories Co., Inc. Ballonce's Drug Store 169 162 155 G.W. Barber Shop G.W. Delicatessen 6 Bakery N « •O K Polk Motor Co Remcmbronce Shop .167 165 .173 Scott Shop 165 Barry, M. H., Realty Grahom S Oaden Inc. .156 Sedwick, Julion R .159 Dance ....173 Service Tire Corp 173 Bette Cannon School of 162 Shipley's launderettes 159 Bohloyer, John W 172 Hayman's —— .171 Shirley Duke Esso Scrvicenter .171 Trust Co. 161 .160 171 Shirlington Hardware Co ..173 Burke Herbert Bonk Shirlington Motor Co .166 Burke, Julion T., Inc. 173 Tasty Delicatessen 173 159 166 Terlecky Jewelers ..157 .157 Hulfish, Worth Sons 172 Thompson's Delicatessen 170 163 165 Thrift Auto Store 161 165 Hodges Gulf Service 174 Timbcrman s Drug Store 170 162 Hunting Terrace Beauty Shop .172 163 Citizens National Bank Coco-Cola Bottling Co. 157 John's Blue Ribbon Shoe Repair 161 154 158 Johnson's Grocery Store 160 172 Jule's Hair Stylist 172 Kloman Instrument Co. ...157 Wellington House 172 172 Knight, R. E., Sons 168 Davis, Walter C.....................160 Del Roy Drug Store ................ 161 Del Ray linoleum Shade Shop 166 Dcmainc, Wm. Son .................169 Dicky's Cord Co.....................171 Kresge's ........................ 164 lady lois ... 159 losh Joseph I., Sons .......... 165 laundromot of Alexandria .........163 Levinson Clothing Co..............158 While Cross Cleaners ......... 172 Windsor Men's Shop 156 Word Winters Co................173 Woodward S lothrop ........... 174 179