Higgins Junior High School - Tatler Yearbook (Thompsonville, CT)

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18 THE TATLER James Miller James Miller rides a bicycle to school, And is often seen repairing it with a tool; Airplane stories he likes to read, And is happy when the hero does a good deed. Benny Milkowski Benny Milkowski of 8B2, In school is always ready for a chew; And into the five o’clock room is sent. With his eyes on a book and his poor back bent. Daniel Misuraca Daniel Misuraca in art is fine. And in his work is never behind; In making notebooks Daniel is best. For his drawings beat all the rest. Francis Mnich Francis Mnich is a husky boy. And William Zeronsa he does annoy; He shadows William far and near. And William calls him his shadow dear. Anna Mokrzycki You will never see Anna shirk. That’s why she’s smart in all her work; After school she never does stay. That’s why in behavior she got an “A.” John Mokrzycki John Mokrzycki, a farmer boy. Likes to hunt and fish with joy; He has a pair of light blue eyes. And plenty of big bow ties. Leonard Mon tana Leonard Montana is a quiet boy in school. But when he gets out he likes to fool; When he comes down the aisle. You can tell him by his jolly smile. Jerry Mottola Jerry Mottola, short and stout. Smart remarks he speaks right out; Of his gruff voice he is very proud. And always tries to speak quite loud. Genevieve Muzyka Genevieve Muzyka, the secretary of 8B1, Tries to be fair to everyone; In English she is very smart, And in assembly programs, she often takes part. Sophie Nabonzy Sophie Nabonzy of 8B1, Always has her homework done; In Geography she gets an “A”, Because in her seat, she always does stay. George Nye George Nye does wonders when he goes to bat, His name I think you know is “Fat”; At basketball too, he does his share, I guess you’ll admit that George is there. Rita O’Brien Rita O’Brien of 8B1, Has hair that sparkles in the sun; Rita O’Brien from head to toe. Is always carefully dressed just so. Janina Olechney Remember Janina, in old-fashioned clothes. Portraying Miss Alcott, whom every- one knows? As a treasurer, too, she can bustle around. And collect any money there is to be found. Celia Olko Celia Olko of 8B1, In gym class has lots of fun; Bouncing a ball is what she likes best to do. And when she’s playing she’s never blue. Max Olko Max Olko, a caddy is he. Walks on the golf course from tee to tee; He doesn’t like to go to school. And hates to obey even one rule. Anna O’Neill Who is that girl coming down the street ? Why that is Anna O’Neill looking so neat; She has eyes of azure blue. And has been Secretary of 8B2. Mary Palilla Mary Palilla has a good disposition. We hope she finds a good position; She likes to fool and joke a bit. But only when it seems to fit. Doris Paradise Doris Paradise, petite and gay. In every discussion has something to say;

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A. D. HIGGINS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL 17 Philip Larussa Philip Larussa has worked in a shoe repairer’s shop, But Trade School in Hartford may- be his next stop; He’s friendly and happy and a good sport, too. Every one likes Philip of 8B2. Elizabeth Leete Betty Leete plays baseball, we hear. Her fame in this sport has spread far and near; Though like a tomboy, she’s dainty and sweet, A girl with more friends you seldom will meet. James Lepore James Lepore, a boy of 8A, Never has too much to say; Of all the subjects he could pick. He always takes Arithmetic. Tony Luicci Tony Luicci is a very quiet lad. He’s always laughing and is never sad; Some day Tony will be a flying ace. As a famous aviator he’ll win many a race. Stella Lizak Stella Lizak in her seat. Always trim, tidy, and neat; With her studies they’ve always a treasure. But to find a good book is her pleas- ure. Walter Los Walter is a quiet lad. No one ever calls him bad; In his studies he is fair. Boys like him are very rare. Charles Maggio Charles Maggio is a talkative boy. His classmates he does like to annoy; In some subjects he is fairly smart. All he needs is a good start. Louise Maggio Who’s that girl with dark black hair? Why it’s Louise Maggio, I declare; She looks so pretty every day. And always is so happy and gay. Sam Magill Sam Magill, our well known friend. Much time in athletics he does spend; Always on the run or go. He’ll be a star athlete, I know. Alice Malides Alice Malides who always wears a smile. Is never really blue but is happy all the while; To everyone she is very kind, A better girl you will never find. William Mangini Come, come, all gather near. For the tale of William Mangini you must hear; In drawing he is quite a star. For one like him you must travel far. Jerry Maniscalchi Jerry Maniscalchi, so tall and slim. Always wears a pleasant grin; His favorite subject is art. In drawing periods he’s ready to start. Rose Maniscalchi Rose Maniscalchi is a real friend. With Mary Pallila her time she does spend; Her work in Arithmetic is of the best. So an A on her card she does possess. Michael Marinaccio Michael Marinaccio, a printer’s son. Plays never till his work is done; In school he is fairly smart. And always willing to do his part. Frank Mastaliz Frank Mastaliz, a basketball star. In athletics we believe will go far; In his studies he is fair in school. And tries to observe the golden rule. Fannie Maxellon Fannie Maxellon has short blonde hair. And to go with it a complexion fair; Always smiling, with eyes of blue. She’s always happy and honest, too. Alexander Mika When it comes to writing stories, Alex Mika can’t be beat; But we wish we had a little glue. To keep him in his seat. Ralph Miller Who is that boy so thin and gay. Who peddles his papers both night and day? Why it’s Ralph Miller whom we all know. And when his task is done to the baseball field he’ll go.

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A. D. HIGGINS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL 19 She’s peppy and wears a cheery smile, And all the boys she tries to beguile. Stanley Parvelac Stanley Parvelac who enjoys a lark, In many a play has the principal part; He is known as quite a clown. And in the milk truck explores the town. Virginia Pascucci Virginia Pascucci works extremely hard, So as not to get a D on her card; She does her best at school all day. And has no time to play. Rosialie Pease Rosialie Pease a girl so gay. Make-up has she most every day; She is always in a laughing mood. And in her studies she’s quite good. Nancy Peck Who is that person in the hall I hear Drawing a crowd from far and near? Why I should have known before I spoke. It’s Nancy Peck telling a funny joke. Stella Petraska Stella Petraska a tall, slim lass. Stands quite high in the 8 A class; To take gym is her pleasure. And her studies she guards as a treasure. Edson Pierce Edson Pierce is everyone’s pal. Because of the way he acts like “Cal”; In manner and speech he is quiet and cool. And is president of his class in school. Stella Pierog Stella Pierog is a very merry lass. She is always talking out in class; She never cares to sit and pine, And always does her work in time. Mary Piorek Mary Picrek is quite a treat. In spelling she’s one you cannot beat; Hiking is her favorite sport, And her school she will always sup- port. Jane Pierz Jane Pierz is always at work. In the schoolhouse she, never does shirk; She likes to sit in the front seat. And in her work she is never beat. Rose Pitoniak Rose Pitoniak is a happy lass. And a member of the 8 A class; She seldom ever likes to fool. And hardly ever breaks a rule. Elsie Pobat Elsie Pobat of 8B1, On many errands she likes to run; In her studies she does her best. And until they’re finished she does not rest. Edward Polek Edward Polek is very bright. When in an argument he sure does fight; But it’s in the woods he likes to roam. And he always knows the best way home. Stella Poleski Stella Poleski, so fair and bright. She’s not too stout but just all right; She works industriously and has great ability. At all times she shows stability. Leo Porcello Leo Porcello is gay of mood. He looks so neat and is very shrewd; In Arithmetic he does excel. His future is promising, we can tell. Agnes Pohorylo Agnes Pohorylo from Class 8A, Is very smart and has a lot to say; She has great power of comprehen- sion — Perhaps the secret is full attention. Antonio Porto Antonio Porto of 8A, Baseball and basketball he loves to play; He is a quite smart lad in class. And is always sure his exams he will pass. Mildred Provencher Mildred Provencher has many friends. And has lots of fun with them when class ends; She does her work whether easy or hard.