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

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The Tatler ®l|0m|j0otiutUr ffllarinn JUNE 27, 1956 (ClaSS PropHecy) VOL. I, No. 1 WEATHER— NO SCHOOL IN HARTFORD COUNTY TOMORROW Gloria Drohan — EDITORS — Thomas Gracewski AMERICAN-MADE ZEPPELIN LANDS SAFELY IN CALIFORNIA Makes Trip In Twenty Hours Hollywood, Cal., June 26 — The first zeppelin ever built in this country, designed by Clinton Peterson and built by the Fay-Granger Co. of Detroit, landed safely in Hollywood this afternoon at 4 o’clock. Much credit for the success of this flight goes to Ghislain Gosselin, pilot and Allen O’Neil, co-pilot and also to the mechanics, Robert Sid- way and Raleigh Brown who kept constant watch on all parts. The Redstone Landing Field in New York and the Gamer Field in Hollywood were kept in touch with the ship by radio operators Richard Philbin and Charles Misuraca at the field and Michael Mangini and Teddy Doyka in the air. The ship’s stewardess, Dorothy Henderson and her assistant Bertha Frigon, should also be congratulated for their efficiency. In fact the zeppelin could be called the hotel of the air. Its dining room under the able management of Pauline Bel- lomo and the food served by the popular waitresses, Ernestine Oliver and Ida Por- cello, cannot be beaten. Imag ine dancing up among the clouds to the strains of Ralph August and his orches- tra. His music is fine but it should be when his orchestra includes such widely known musicians as Tony Romano and Elliot Colby. This ship has a seating capacity of 20 and all the seats were reserved months in advance thru John Ro- mano, manager of the De- Mayo-D’Aleo Transportation Co., owners of the ship. | Some had business to attend ' to, others went just for the thrill of riding on this great plane. The passenger list in- cluded: Raymond Clarkin, a Chicago lawyer; Edwin Michaelowski, a reporter; Mildred Wolak, Yolanda Ver- di, Jean Fitzgerald, Isabelle Lizak, Constance Mundle. Mary Ragion, a group of New York nurses out on a holiday, Robert Henry of the U. S. Forestry service, John Gorman on his way to the coast to buy some new race horses, accompanied by his trainers, Sam Barone and Jack Resta. On this trip also were the girls from the office of the transportation company who had been given the trip by the company as a reward for their good work. They were Margaret Orion- ele, Catherine Kiska, Mar- garet Porto. Mary Provan- zano, Mary Fiore and Eleanor Fowler. The crowd at the field to greet the arrival of the pas- sengers was enormous and the cheers they gave were deafening. Automobile Destroyed By Fire An automobile owned by Benny Kakulakus, a local merchant was damaged by fire early today in front of, the Coleman - Gati Dress Shoppe. Quick Work On the Part of the Fire De- partment Saves Home Hazardville, Conn., June 26 — The home of Nicholas Angelica, electrician for the Augustiniak Machine Co., v as saved today from being totally destroyed by the prompt action of the local fire department under the leadership of William Thomp- son, Fire Chief and his fire- men. George Vasilcosta, one of the firem.en, was slightly injured by a piece of falling timber. He was taken to the office of Dr. Thomas Stinson, where first aid treatment was given by Grace Barton, the doctor’s nurse. The damage was esti- mated to be about $600 ac- cording to the report of Charles Vella, agent for Theofiles Insurance Co. Arrested for Speeding Windsor Locks, Conn., July 26 — Thomas Gracewski, an- nouncer at WTIC appeared in court this morning to an- swer a charge of speeding. His lawyer, Gloria Drohan, tried to convince Judge Richard Warren that his speeding was necessary to avoid being late for his broadcast. The Judge could not be convinced and advised him to buy a Panek alarm clock so he would get up on time. Thomas paid a fine of $5.00 to Francis Lamagna, the clerk of court. Cures Girl Suffering From Hiccoughs Scitico, Conn., July 26 — Dr. Rose Zirolli cured a small child v ho had been suffering from hiccoughs for 59 days. Her method of curing was rather unique; she told one of her funny stories.

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©atlfr Edited and Published by the Pupils of A, D. Higgins Junior High SehooU Thompsonville, Connecticut OIlaHB i ong (Words and Music by Robert E. Fay) Now the time has come for parting; We are leaving dear old Higgins! Dear classmates one and all. We will bid a sad adieu Our studies here are over; To the ‘many happy hours, And we can hear the call That we have spent with you. To our motto we’ll “be loyal” To the teachers who have taught us, And forever hold it true. We will leave you with a sigh; For our class flow’r weVe picked crimson And forever pledge our loyalty ose, Higgins Junior High. And colors silver and blue. (Elaaa Classmates, we will stand together. As our voices now we raise. With one last poem at parting. In A. D. Higgins’ praise. September’s autumn weather. To us no more will tell. The day of glad returning To the school we love so well. Our motto is “Be Loyal,” Our colors Silver and Blue; May they guide us through the years. To ambitions strong and true. When higher schools we enter. And with other people we mix. We’ll proudly recall the Higgins School And the class of thirty-six. Elliot Colby. SiarruifU to A. 0. HitggtttH To our dear school, we bid you now, A fond goodbye; And in our hearts forever vow To smile, not sigh. To the seventh grade pupils we say adieu. With thoughts sincere; Our hearts are sad when leaving you. And school days here. To Mr. Davis, our guide and friend. Our thanks to you; Yes, we’ll “Be Loyal” to the end. With friendship true. May our “Red Rose” bring to mind always. As years go by; “Blue and Silver,” and our happy days In Junior High. Lucy Miller.

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A. D. Higgins Junior High School THE THOMPSQNVILLE CLARION, JUNE 27, 1956 Art Exhibition Hartford, Conn., June 26 — Miss Genevieve Warzyca is to have an exhibition of her work at the Memorial Hall on Wednesday and Thursday. Her work and some of her fellow artists will be shown. Miss Fortunata Lamagna has some fine pictures which will be on display. New Bridge To Be Built Thompsonville, Conn., July 26 — Contracts have been awarded to the Sarno-Pio- trowski Construction Co. for the building of a new bridge between Thompsonville and Suffield which is to cost $250,000. According to the engineer, John Krawiec, it will be completed by fall and will be one of the finest structures across the river. The land has been surveyed by John Adamcheck. Receives Prize For Best Cow Rockville, Conn., July 26 — Anthony Resta of Thompson- ville received the first prize for the best cow in Hartford County at the fair held here yesterday. The judges were all well-known farmers from this section, including Benny Fiore of Windsor, Charles Fiore of Hazardville, and William Convertito of Scitico. the year’s work and the treasurer’s report was given by Alice Richardson. After a delightful dinner the meet- ing w as adjourned. Announces Intentions Roland Carmel, local busi- ness man, has been chosen as candidate for Mayor of Thompsonvil le according to an announcement by his sec- retary, Antoinette Graci. His opponent will be Frank Korona, local milk dealer, and a lively contest is ex- pected as both men are well liked. Famous Opera Star Arrives Miss Sophie Kwiecienski, famous opera star arrived in New York today on the I Queen Marie. She came di- ' rectly from France where she has been doing concert work. She is to appear with the Metropolitan Opera Co. Her traveling companion was Miss Dora Lamagna. Among those at the boat to meet them were Eleanor Krzys, society editor for the “New Yorker,” Anna Bel- czyk, that globe trotting cor- respondent of the “Times,” and Gabriella Cardone and Wanda Waliska, social secre- taries to the Mayor of New York. Radio to Present Varied Program During the Summer As the present radio stars sift out of the air lanes, new stars will take their places. Among the most outstanding replacements will be an ama- teur stock company, four orchestras, and three comedi- ans. Carmello Secondo of Major Bowes fame will present her stock company on June 30. They will replace the Lor- raine Landry troupe, which has gone to Maine. Grace Cascia’s band will replace Mary Vitale’s travel talk hour. We understand that the blues singer, Doris Kennedy has gained as much praise as the band. The two comedy favorites, Nellie Swiattowski and Ernestine Albano will re- place Kenneth King, the sports commentator. This looks like good radio enter- tainment for us. Servarino Bentivenza Tea Shoppe. Grand Opening will be July 1, 193 Pleasant SL Mientus Novelties. Hand- made door stops, toys, pic- ture frames. 18 Elm St. Phone 8-3. Nurses Reunion Held The annual reunion of the Hartford County Nurses’ Association was held last evening at the Colonial Inn. A dinner and dance was en- joyed. Some of the local nurses attending were Nellie Kolodriez, Mary Ragno, Grace Sandone. Mary Scalia and Helen Poleski. CHATTER BOX Among the most popular books of this year was Em- elia Sarno’s “My Experiences in English Classes.” It was so popular, in fact, that 500,000 copies were sold. The author tells of her dif- ferent English teachers in a humorous fashion. Miss Anna Vella won the $5000 Irish Sweepstake. On being asked what she in- tended to do with it, she re- plied, “I think I’ll give up my office position and travel.” George Jucius and Milton Johnston, both of the Navy, are home on a furlough. Teacher’s Association Meets Hartford, Conn., June 26 — The Teacher’s Association held their annual meeting at the Hotel Bond yesterday afternoon. The principal speakers were Emily Kalwa, President of the Association; Mary Caramazza, Vice-Presi- dent of the Better Education Club, and Jean Bartley, Di- rector of Physical Education. The Secretary, Evelyn O’Brien, gave her report of Miss Josephine Emanuele left today for Cleveland. Ohio. She will assume the position of dietitian in the New Cleveland Hotel, one of the largest hotels in the world. Miss Dorothy Gates, well- known opera singer, will ap- pear here July 27 under aus- pices of the Federated Women’s Club. A dance, the “Shamrock Fantasy,” will be given by Ursula Sheehan. Misses Anna Sperrazza and Irene Tenerowicz have opened a Kiddies Shop at 1894 Main St. Miss Helen Brozowski, teacher at Petunia Univer- sity, was elected President of the Connecticut Teachers Society for the coming year. Miss Angelina Giaccone, a secretary from New York, spent the week end with friends.