Hudson High School - Blue and Gold Yearbook (Hudson, NY)

Text from Pages 1 - 104 of the 1954 volume:

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Ma N . ,H fp 'S Q ester r a Qifiififf, 1 , Q f K K i, , .i 1 H5 Ariz Q., ef . ,, M. fe ' A eb 5, L . it Foreword ln deciding upon a theme, we, the editors, have tried to find something which is familiar to everyone, yet which clearly symbolizes the graduat- ing class. And so, we present to you the Towers . A tower usually has a base converging upon a pointed tip, which seemingly wants to reach farther skyward. Each senior might consider himself at the base of the tower with the very peak of it as his highest goal-success and happiness. lwembers of the graduating class are now, figuratively, starting out from the base of the tower, with the peak as a goal. Here at Hudson High School, in addition to the beautful campus, we have the stately school tower atop the main building to remind us of this goal. As you leaf through the pages of this book, try to remember the meaning that the beautiful towers have for the members of the class of 1954. ,v- ,f X S xy X .v t xx bflflllfiiiiiff Xxv -:-we-sfeecu Mbqxynsx ,s -.WW uslsuig X. I--. N Qiiiius Q . N x 'Nx1.xi W . . 1 our I-mpgs like +o-f '5 '8 felfonf aa., A+ objed-5 on an airy h2l8'h+ Thf' Pleasure. of 'the game, Is from gfar +9 view H16 flidky. Dedication For his patience and friendliness, for his class of 1954, take a deep pride in dedicating the understanding of students, for his never-failing 1954 Blue and Gold to Mr. Paul J. Westfall, sense of humor, and for the sincere interest he has popular commercial teacher of Hudson High School. shown as adviser to the school publications, we, the The Blue and Gold Yes, blue and gold is the flag we love, Let's cheer for Hudson High, Come gather 'round and sing a song, That mounts unto the sky. Chorus All hail to the colors we cherish, A pennon of blue and gold, And hail to her sons and daughters, Sweetest 1nem'ries days unfold, Our love for thee never shall perish, Sturdy, staunch, and bold, We will fight for the right and old Hudson High For the Blue and the Gold. Left to right: Mr. Golding, Mr. McNeal, Mr. Kaemmerlen. Left to right: Seated: Ruth Koglman, Edna Card. Stand- ing: Mr. Eitleman. Phys1calEducat1on Nursing JAMES H. ATKINS ELIZABETH A. BELL Director of Athletics Girls' Athletic: Eastern Association School Green Mt. Junior College Ithaca College WILLIAM MURTAUGH KATHRYN PARKER Health, Coaching N urring Ithaca College, B.S., M.S. Columbia University, B.S., P.H.N. ZENTA BIRZNIEKS Doctor of Dental Diseares University of Latvia Administration JOHN T. KAEMMERLEN Superintendent New York University, B.A., M.A. LOYAL D. MCNEAL Principal Syracuse University, B.S., M.S. HAROLD' W. GOLDING Director of Guidance Syracuse University, B.S. N. Y. State College for Teachers, M.S. Secretarial RUTH KOGLMAN High School Secretary EDNA CARD Mr. McNeal'.r Secretary GRANT S. EITLEMAN Financial Clerk Front Rofw, left to right: Miss Bell, Mrs. Birz- nieks, Second Rofw: Mr. Murtaugh, Mr. Atkins Absent: Miss Parker. x Front Row. left to right: Mr. Leahy, Miss Gorman, Mrs. Huddleston. Srmnd Rufw: Mr. Sammon, Mr. Huddleston, Mr. Czark. 'lb fn-4 Front Rofw, lffl fo right: Mrs. O'Rourke, Miss Raymond, Mrs. Rainey. Second Row: Mr. Vanderheyden, Mr. Sullivan. Commercial .IEANNE A. SCHMACHTENBERG New York State College for Teachers, B.S. Syracuse University, Graduate Work LEONARD SKOLNICK Albany State Teachers College, B.S., M.S. HARRIET STUPPLEBEEN Skidmore College PAUL J. WESTFALL Albany State Teachers College, B.S. Citizenship Education EDWARD CZARK New York University, B.A. Columbia University, M.A. MARY L. GORMAN Marymount College, A.B. Albany State Teachers College, Graduate work GRETA M. HUDDLESTON Syracuse University, B.S., M.A. DONALD HUDDLESTON Albany State Teachers College, B.A., M.A. FRANCIS LEAHY Columbia University, B.A., M.A. LEO SAMMON Syracuse University, B.A., M.A. English MARION V. RAINEY Mount Holyoke College, B.A. Middlebury College, M.A. ALSIEE RAYMOND University of Penn., B.S. in Education Columbia University, M.A. ELIZABETH O'ROURKE Girls' Counselor College of St. Rose, B.A. N. Y. State College for Teachers, M.A. FRANCIS SULLIVAN Brooklyn University, B.A. New York University, M.A. TERRENCE VANDERHEYDEN New York University, B.S., M.A. Fran! Rofw, left to right: Miss Stupplebeen, Miss Schmach- tenberg. Second Row: Mr. Skolnick, Mr. Westfall. Languages,Art and Music ALBERTINE A. AIRD Art Alfred University, Ph.B. Columbia University Spring Session R. STEELE PHILLIPS Music Eastman School of Music, B. Music DOROTHY E. SIMON Latin and Spanish Cornell University, B.A. University of Madrid Cornell Graduate School DOROTHY WOLCOTT French and Spanish N. Y. State College for Teachers, B.S. Mathematics and Science RUTH WHITCOMB Biology N. Y. State College for Teachers, B.S. Syracuse University, M.S. TERESA ENSIGN Mathematirs College of New Rochelle, B.A. Albany State Teachers College ELIZABETH L. HAM Mathematics Syracuse University, B.A., M.A. ROBERT KELLEY Physirs and Mathematirs Union College, B.S. Columbia University, M.A. JAMES H. STYLES HELEN L. TOPKEN Chemistry General Science St. Lawrence University, B.S. Middlebury College, B.S. Master in Education Front Row, left to right: Mrs. Sammon, Miss Chace. Serond Row: Mr. Ritacco, Mr. Frank. Left to right: Mr. Phillips, Miss Simon, Mrs. Aird, Miss Wolcott. Front Rofw, left to right: Mrs. Topken, Mrs. Whitcomb, Mrs. Ensign, Mrs. Ham. Second Rofw: Mr. Styles, Mr. Kelley. Library , Industrial Arts and Home Economics BEATRICE M. CHACE Librarian Simmons College, B.S. Columbia University, School of Library Science, M.S. J. WESLEY FRANK Industrial Arts Oswego State Teachers College New York University, Summer Session LOUIS RITACCO Industrial Arts Oswego State Teachers College, B.S. AUDREY H. SAMMON Home Economics Plattsburgh State Teachers College, B.S. ffl ii L. 1 5.. , , ni I , Y Ui ff gi ,. , - Mrk :Mat s ,f?'g:iT V f' iuigzggg- 'g 3 1 ' . - nl ng!!!-in Facult at Ease W m L.. 'R' Y... ,..v- ,.- g - ,-. WW -X P flngbpcqdenoo Ha 'Tk t st T t T' oe 1 1' auslx, AJ 4 wfqfr as ui oubgt' kg Oo our- U-'Lrg' 0 if in s Q- -'Yum um- vm Babb L 101 SENIOR CLASS Believe it or not, we, the class of '54, entered Hudson High in September, 1950 as freshmen with little knowledge of what there was in store for us during the four years to come. We were afraid and unsure of ourselves theng but now our senior year has come to an end, and we can iook back on a lot of fun. Let's turn back to those days and recall our four years here at Hudson High. In September, we held our first meeting under the guidance of our freshman advisor, Mr. Huddleston. After elections, we had decided upon Robert Clowe as president, Lou Payne as vice- president, Sally Baker as secretary, and Joan Pratt as treasurer, with John Grandinetti assisting her. One of the best social affairs of the class of 1954 was the freshman dance called The Lucky Horseshoe. Upon our return as sophomores we elected class officers. They were: president, Charlanne Bailey, vice-president, Joan Belknapg secretary, Betty Jean Holmes, and Joan Pratt as treasurer, with John Grandinetti as assistant. The class dance was so again and we named it the Sophomore Snowball and planned it with our advisor, Mrs. Roth. on upon us Once again a new year opened to us, but now we were upper- classmen and pretty proud to be out of those lower ranks. After taking over the science corridor, we elected Lou Payne president of the junior classg Bill Hallenbeck, vice-presidentg Elaine Bortugno, secretary, and Joan Pratt, treasurer for the third consecutive year, with Jane Magsamen assisting her. Our class advisor, Miss Calkins, helped plan for our class dance, named the Mardi Gras . Nine members of our class were inducted into the National Honor Society. Those so honored were Sally Baker, Sandra Epstein, Valeria Mieske, Vaira Pamiljans, Charlanne Bailey, Robert Clowe, Joel Eisenberg, Wendell Fingar, and Merrill Johnson. Inducted into the National HISTGRY Thespians were Robert Golding, Marsha Goldstein, Peter Ostrander, and Graham Hasbrouck. So we ended our junior year and achieved our goal of three years, being seniors. After what seemed a short summer vacation, we returned with that know-it-all look to start our senior year, which was our best and, as all will agree, our busiest year. We selected our announce- ments and name cards, received our senior pictures, were measured for caps and gowns, took final exams, and prepared for graduation. Under the guidance of Mr. Styles, our senior advisor, we chose the following class officers: Lou Payne, president, Dave Teator, vice- president, Anne Colby, secretary, Joan Belknap, treasurer, and Joan Harris and Valeria Mieske as assistant treasurers. The seniors have been very busy this year as heads of organizations. For the first time in many years, a Madam president of the Student Council was elected in the person of Charlanne Bailey with Joel Flaum as vice-president, Joan Pratt as secretary, and Glenn Dallas as treasurer. jim Esselstyn ably headed the Student Service Com- mittee, and Barbara McCulloch, Rose Marie Whiteside, and Mary Ellen Mink were chosen co-editors of the OWL. The editor-in-chief of the Blue and Gold was Wendell Fingar with Sally Baker as business manager. The DAR Citizenship Prize was awarded to Charlanne Bailey. Barry Mynter, Jim Esselstyn, Tonu Kirsimagi, Lou Payne, Tom Canape, and others excelled in varsity sports. Inducted into the NHS were Elaine Bortugno, Elizabeth Bortugno, Marsha Goldstein, Barbara McCulloch, and Audrey Pattison. After the Senior Ball and graduation, we will turn the last page in our book of class history. Then, we can look back on four memorable years, knowing that they were our most enjoyable, and look forward to many more years in which we can be proud to say that we were part of the class of '54 of Hudson High School. 1 'RK' gn 123 JOHN ALESSANDRO john, who is known as Kid Brooklyn to his friends, left us in his sophomore year to go to Lawrence High in Brooklyn and returned to Hudson this year. When. asked about his hobbies, John answered baseball and girls. That's quite a combination, Kid , After graduation, John plans to join the Navy. PETER H. AVERY, JR. Peter, better known to us as Pete, considers graduating his greatest ac- complishment, Next year, though, Pete will miss Projection Club, of which he was an active member for four years. Taking up some of his spare time is that certain senior girl to whom he is engaged and who naturally figures in his plans for the future. Without a doubt, H.H.S. will miss Pete's eternal smile and happy-go-lucky ways. TRACY ALEXANDER Tracy, nicknamed Skip by his friends, is that quiet senior boy in H.R. 354. Tracy participated in bas- ketball in his junior year and he was a member of the F.F.A. during his sophomore year. He chooses industrial arts as his favorite subject. Tracy is undecided about what he will do upon graduation, but we all hope he will reach whatever goal he sets. CHARLANNE BAILEY Charlanne is the exception to the rule beautiful, but dumb . During her four years, she has held offices in the National Honor Society and Forum, was president of her class in her sopho- more year, and ably presided over the Student Council this year. Charly , as she is better known, especially by a certain senior boy, was twice elected Syracuse Citizenship delegate and was the DAR Good Citizen this year. Charlanne will certainly be missed for the fine job she has done. DOLORES M. ALGER Ollie is that talkative classmate of ours found in H.R. 351. Dolores spends many of her free periods work- ing on the business staff of the Blue and Gold and on the Owl typing staff. She is always welcoming you by a pleasant smile. In the future, Ollie surely will be an efficient secretary. I af, il SALLY A. BAKER As the years go by, Sally will be long remembered for the secretarial services she has rendered. This cheer- ful girl was freshman class secretary, Student Council secretary in her junior year, and National Honor Society secre- tary in her senior year. In addition, Sally found time for both band and choir, and to make this naturally busy life even more so, she was elected to the job of Blue and Gold business manager. BETTY B. BARTHOLOMEW A pleasant smile and cheerful at- mosphere seem to follow Betty wher- ever she goes. This attractive senior's abilities have earned her membership in Orchestra and Dance Band besides her four years in the saxophone sec- tion of the band. Being in the Science Club and on the Blue and Gold editorial staff has also taken up much of Betty's time this year. We know Betty will be successful in her future teaching career. JOAN BELKNAP This tall senior girl with the blue eyes seems to have a witty answer for everything. Joanie's many activities have included being our veep during sophomore year, our treasurer this year, and a third Hoor monitor. Although she hails from Greenport, South Bend, Indiana is her favorite spot. Notre Dame weekends are tops , confides joan. If you wake up some morning in a hospital, joanie may be the nurse taking your pulse. 1, GLORIA BARTHOLOME-W Gloria is kept busy this year as chief typist for the Blue and Gold , a duty she enjoys very much. Glo can usually be found roller skating at Cairo on Saturday nights. Ice skating is also one of her favorite hobbies. The Christian Endeavor and Girls' League meetings also take up much of her time. Business law rates as her favorite subject. EDWARD BICJAN Ed joined the class of '54 in his sophomore year, coming from Benjamin Franklin High in New York. Ed's manner could be described in one ap- propriate word smooth . His smooth- ness has been best shown by our ex- cellent interclass basketball and soccer record, in which Ed was one of the mainstays. Ed's other activities include Student Service Committee and varsity baseball. His lush hairdo and friend- liness will long be remembered by his classmates. CATHERINE A. BARTO Cathy and talking go hand and hand, but for four years her tinkling little to hear! voice has been pleasant Cathy has participated in band and choir for four years, Girls' Ensemble for three, G.A.A. board for two years, and the Owl business staff. The class of '54 knows what state other than New York Cathy would like to be in, say Connecticut, ELAINE BORTUGNO Is it Elizabeth? No, it's Elaine, I think. Almost every student and teacher in Hudson High has at one time said this, although their closest friends say it's very easy to tell them apart. Elaine has acted as secretary of our class in her junior year and secretary of the Photo Club in her sophomore year. During their senior year, both Elaine and Betty have been kept busy in the Science Club and the National Honor Society. Us 141 ELIZABETH BORTUGNO Betty is the other half of that duo that always has us guessing. Her four years at Hudson High have included membership in the Photo Club, the Stu- dent Council, G.A.A., Science Club, and French Cluh. Both Betty and Elaine tell us that they plan future careers in homemaking. After seeing their work in the county 4-H group, we know they couldn't have made a wiser choice. AUGUSTINE C. CAGGIANELLI Buddy is a great sports enthusiast, having played football two years and track two years. He would have liked to participate in more sports, but he was curtailed by d0ctor's orders. Next to football, hunting is a favorite of Buddy's. For hobbies he occupies him- self with photography and chemistry. Buddy places the sciences among his favorite subjects. MARTA E. BOSS Marta has great fun collecting photographs for her album, and she considers this one of her favorite hobbies. Three of her four years in high school have been spent on the Owl Staff, and she has received a certificate for her fine work. Mart, as she is called by her friends, names home economics as her favorite subject. THOMAS J. CANAPE Tom, who's been on the football team for four years, was a hard-run- ning halfback on this year's team, of which he was co-captain. If he isn't racking up touchdowns, then he may be found playing basketball at the Blue Anchor. Tom is a four-year member of the Projection Club. His pleasant personality and ever-ready smile should be a great asset in the years to come. RICHARD BUCHOLSKY Dick, who can be seen in the halls with a certain senior girl, considers passing physics as his greatest achieve- ment. He has participated in intra- mural basketball, which he claims to be his favorite sport, along with hunt- ing and fishing. After graduation, Dick plans to join the Navy and study electronics. MICHAEL A. CHELELLI Mickey's greatest asset, if there is a greatest, is probably the enthusiasm he displays for everything he does. Whether it's playing varsity soccer or playing that real gone trumpet, Mickey is always in there pitching. Chic , as his close friends know him, has numerous other activities, includ- ing varsity baseball, football, track, intramural basketball and soccer, Stu- dent Council, and dance band. ROBERT CLOWE If he's not playing the piano, he's presiding over National Honor Society meetings, if he's not making posters, or drawing for the Blue and Cold, he's playing his clarinet! These ac- tivities, plus being one of our Syra- cuse citizens , have kept this talented senior boy very busy. Confidentially, says Bob, I've been playing in the band so long, l've forgotten the words to the Fight Song! We forgive you, though, and wish you future success. 93 get 4.-... ROSE MARIE DAVI Rose, also known as jellybean to many of her friends, is that very talkative brunette in room 351. Among her outside interests, Rose places square dancing at the top of the list, while she classifies shorthand as her favorite school subject. During the eighth period, you may find Rose typing for the Owl . After graduation, Rose plans on becoming a secretary. BARBARA ANNE COLBY Indispensable Anne can usually be seen checking to see if all the third floor monitors are at their posts. She's been active in Student Council, Forum, Charlatans, French Club, and is our senior class secretary, Ann's pet peeve is people who don't have things com- pleted at deadline time. Her pleasant personality will surely help her to have a successful future. MADALINE H. DECINTIO Madaline, whose nickname is Toot , has been a violin-playing member of the orchestra for four years. When Toot is not busy with Blue and Gold work, as she is an assistant editor, she enjoys reading and em- broidery. You will be able to find this senior girl in a local insurance agent's ofhce after school. Madaline plans to continue working there after gradua- tion. GLENN T. DALLAS Glenn is one of the most all around boys in the class. He has spent four years in basketball and baseball, earning varsity H's in both sports. This year Glenn piloted the Projection Club after three years of experience and was Student Council treasurer. Aside from all this, Glenn is a terrific dancer, and, last but not least, he is very good looking. Our best to this boy, who is the product of such a combination. JOHN H. DELAMATER john is one of a number of our class who comes from Claverack, and like the large majority of Claverack fellows, he really enjoys hunting. He likes all forms of athletics and seems to be equally good in all sports. While in Hudson, he has played J.V, basket- ball, varsity football and baseball. Pittsheld General Electric interests john, and he plans to enter there after graduation. 15 U61 GUSTAVE F. DOLFAX, JR. Gus, who lives in Greenport, is one of the few persons who -likes work better than anything else. Gus has worked after school at the First Na- tional Store and finds a job on a farm for the summer. During any time off, however, he likes to go hunting or fishing. After graduation, his ambition is to become an automobile mechanic. JOEL H. EISENBERG National Honor Society, Varsity Soc- cer and Student Service Committee floor captain. Want more? Syracuse Citizenship Prize, vice-president of Forum and asst. secretary of the Stu- dent Council in his junior year, Science Club, intramural basketball and soccer. Let the record speak for itself. This outstanding senior spends whatever leisure time he has at Chi meetings, or developing his already great skill of describing all events and happen- ings in a most picturesque manner. JOAN E. DUNSPAUGH The Blue Anchor and collecting records really rate high with joan. She has quite a large collection of well-known recordings. Sports also prove interesting to Joan, and she has enjoyed playing interclass basketball. She considers passing business law her greatest accomplishment and names shorthand as ' her favorite subject. Dee , as ,loan is called by her close friends, plans to enter Albany Business College after graduation. H. PETER ENGEL If you're looking for a combination of science, music, and photography, Pete is the one to see. His talents in all these Helds have long been recognized by his fellow students. Pete's good looks and pleasant per- sonality have aided him in the win- ning of many friends. His interest in science will lead him to study engineer- ing in college after graduation. MARILYN A. DUPONT Marilyn is a girl who loves to sew. She takes pride in making most of her clothes. Proof that English is her favorite subject is shown in her work as assistant editor of the Blue and Gold this year. Marilyn plans to attend college after graduation to study to be a private secretary. The best of luck goes with her as she sets forth into the future. K' ifiwfriliii ' ,, ,gms 51, gg':.f:i'.I . We .: SANDRA R. EPST'EIN Sandra has enjoyed sports, having participated in the G.A.A. during her first three years of high school. Her position as president of the French Club, along with her duties as assistant editor of the Blue and Gold , has taken up much of her time. Sandra is well known for her scholastic ability, as a member of the National Honor Society, but she is probably even better known for her trips, which include visiting Mexico, Italy, and Spain. JAMES ESSELSTYN Jim has been one of our most popu- lar senior boys. His pleasant smile and fine personality have earned him the chairmanship of the Student Service Committee, of which he was also a member during his junior year, and the honor of co-captain of the varsity football squad this year, on which he has been Star center for three years. He has also been a member of the Student Council and of the Blue and Gold business staff. C. PETER FISH If you wish your ancestry traced, or you want to be soothed f??l by some remarkable bagpipe records, Pete is your man. One of the original Claverack gang Cneed we say more?J, Pete is now a Hudsonian, and his favorite haunts include the tower and underground passageways of Christ Church. He is an ardent church worker and has chosen the Episcopal ministry as his life's work. LAYTON FEROE This senior boy's acting abilities and four years in the Charlatans have earned him membership in the Na- tional Thespian Society in his junior year. Layton has taken part in eight Charlatan presentations during his high school career. You will usually be able to find him at the Blue Anchor, where he spends a lot of his after-school time. In his plans for the future, Layton includes attending Emerson College, after which he expects to enter the announcing field. JOEL M. FLAUM This Veep of the Student Council has proved that vice-presidents do other work besides holding the flag in assemblies. The energy that isn't used up in Student Council is taken care of when fulfilling the duties as President of the Forum. Joel's other activities include varsity soccer, varsity track, intramural basketball and soc- cer, Charlatans and Student Service Committee. WENDELL L. FINGAR Who's that tall, red-headed boy dashing through the hall after some- one? That is Wendell, our editor-in- chief of the Blue and Gold , chasing down a deadline dodger. This has been a familiar sight, but we can see how it paid off when we look at the book. Wendell has been active in National Honor Society for two years, French Club for two years, and Science Club, Wendell's pleasing per- sonality has aided him in winning many friends. IRENE JEAN FRASSA The cheerful Shortie who patrols the business end of the first floor, boasts the fact that she's a Stottville alumna. Irene, known as Jean to many, enjoys dancing and picnicing with the gang , but especially with a certain employee of G. E.-Pittsfield. She also enjoys her Sunday afternoon drives , and maybe someday she'll get her own license. It's always easier, explains Irene, to get a per- mit tomorrow. 17 U81 ADGER GANSON Adger has a liking for the outdoors, and therefore it's not unusual that hunting and fishing come first among his outside activities, Being quite an expert hunter, this senior from Stuy- vesant Falls, has bagged everything from small animals to bigger game, such as deer. Casting for trout or bass is also one of his favorite pastimes. If you want to chat about hunting or Fishing, be sure to see Adger in room 351. MARSHA GOLDSTEIN Marsha has been outstanding in her high school dramatic activities. Her hard work in the Charlatans helped win for her the honor of becoming a member of the Thespians in her sopho- more year. Marsha has acted as presi- dent of the Charlatans this year and was president of the Thespians. This year the Science Club, the editorial staff of the Blue and Gold , and the National Honor Society have taken much of her time. V? sr JEANNE L. GENGENBACH If you are looking for a heated argument, look for Jeanne, that beauti- fully dressed red head, she is usually right in the center. Jeanne's good humor and wit have won her many friends. Jeanne has been a member of the Blue and Gold Editorial Staff, Owl, and Photography Club. This year she was a member of the Student Council and the Student Service Com- mittee. To Jeanne, the class of '54 says, Life's little problems aren't bad, they're worse. JOHN A. GRANDINETTI One of the nicest guys in Hudson, Hu , is the title Johnnie has earned for himself. His various activities are Varsity baseball, J. V. basketball and football, intramural basketball and soccer, Dance Club, dues collector, and choir. With this schedule he still finds time to be one of the top young keglers in the city. After graduation, Johnnie hopes to serve in Uncle Sam's Navy, in which we wish him the best of luck. ROBERT GOLDING Bob has the sparkling ability to get along with his fellow students. He has been a member of the Charlatans, a letter man in band, a key holder in Owl , active in Photography Club, Projection Club, Science Club, and Student Service Committee. He was treasurer of Charlatans in his senior year and was inducted into Thespians in his sophomore year. Bob works at Neefus's after school, preparing for his career in photography after graduation. SANTA M. GRAZIANO Santa is that quiet classmate of ours in H. R. 353. As an outside activity, Santa types for the Owl , She enjoys roller skating and places square danc- ing at the top of her amusement list. As her greatest achievement, Santa chooses passing business arithmetic. Her favorite subject is English 12. Upon graduation Santa wishes to be- come a secretary. SHIRLEY E. GRENER If you're feeling low, Shirley is the girl to cheer you up. Her ability to turn conversation into jokes has won her many friends, Photography in- terests Shirley and accounts for her being a member of the Photo Club for two years. Shirl likes to roller skate, ice skate, and bowl a few games now and then. After graduation she intends to enter a business office. JUDITH L. GROSSMAN A friendly and attractive blonde is Judy, who has been a member of the Charlatans four years. Her hobby is collecting small Figurines, while some of her activities include taking piano lessons and working at a Youth Bureau playground in the summer. Judy con- siders retailing her favorite subject and plans to study merchandising in junior college. RUBY GRIFFIN This twin member of the Griffin family has upheld the family tradition of athletics. She was very active in both baseball and basketball. Through her efforts, Ruby achieved a place for herself on the Girls' Athletic Associa- tion Board. Ruby's extra-curricular interests also include dancing, which explains her membership in Dance Club. All of these activities will add to the fulfillment of Ruby's athletic ambitions. FRANK W. HAGEN Frank, who came to us in his sopho- more year from Kinderhook, enjoys working with automobiles. Accordingly, his hobby is drawing cars. His favorite subject is auto-mechanics, and he has spent a great deal of time with his brother tinkering with his car. Good luck in future years, Frank. We're sure you will make a top notch auto- mechanic. RUTH GRIFFIN Ruth is a very athletic girl. She enjoys sports and participated in girl's basketball and baseball. She was also a member of the G. A. A. Board and received a letter for her athletic ability. Twin , as she is often called, can be seen wearing her brother's athletic letters and other athletic pins on her sweaters. Ruth considers English her favorite subject. After graduation, her goal is to become either a secretary or a beautician. MARGARET A. HALL Margaret, known better as Peggy , is one of those efiervescent members of the class. This characteristic may explain her success as a four year choir and band member and her suc- cess as Owl copy editor. Put to- gether a charming personality, good looks, intelligence, a sense of humor, and you can't help but come up with the combination that has made Peggy such a valuable and unforgettable member of the class of '54-. 1 fi 19 201 WILLIAM HALLENBECK Billy has been one of the most active boys in our class. While stand- ing at his Student Service post, he has a Hi for everyone, even freshmen. Billy's long list of activities include H's in baseball, basketball, and soc- cer. Blue and Gold art staff, intra- mural basketball, soccer and finally orchestra. This drummer boy was also elected vice-president of the class in his junior year. Billy's athletic and artistic prowess and easy-going man- ner will be greatly missed by Hudson High for years to come. JOAN E. HARRIS Combine personality, brains, and a sense of humor and it comes out joanie. joanie came to H. H. S. from Sauger- ties in her junior year, and has been an asset to the class of '54. She has been an active member of choir, Girls' Ensemble and Charlatans. This year she served the class of '54 as its assis- tant treasurer. Joan's line school record will make it easy for her to accomplish anything she undertakes in the future. ' fi f I JACQUELINE M. HAMM Jackie is that quiet senior girl in room 351. She has participated in many sports, being a member of the G. A. A. As one of Hudson High School's loyal sports fans, Jackie can be found in the stands cheering our fellows on to victory. After gradua- tion, this Stottville girl plans on fol- lowing a secretarial career. RICHARD C. HARVEY Dick, who claims Livingston as his hometown, has been one of our more quiet, and yet, active seniors. He en- joys all sports and is quick to join in any game that comes up. Dick has played intramural basketball every year and interclass soccer his last two. After graduating, he hopes to enter college for a course of engineering. is SHEILA J. HAMM Sheila has won a great deal of recognition for her work in 4-H. Al- though she is very busy with 4-H and school-work, she still manages to find time to be a very active sports en- thusiast. She participates in a number of sports and is a member of the G. A. A. When it comes around to greatest achievements, Sheila says pass- ing biology was pretty tough. As for the future, nursing has attracted her interest. fi W. I ,, -1, za-' t it J. GRAI-I'AM HASBROUCK Is that a dagger I see before Me ? Hardly. It could only be Graham reciting lines of Macbeth , the crown- ing achievement of his theatrical career in high school. Graham's active par- ticipation in Charlatans and Thespians has truly earned him the title of Mr. Theater. He has been rewarded for his efforts by being elected vice-presi- dent of Charlatans and secretary of Thespians. Graham's other activities include Forum, choir, and French Club. JOHN D. HATHEWAY Jack spends a great deal of his leisure time outdoors, either hunting or sighting with one of his many rifles. He is a member of the Hudson Fish and Game Club and is known to be in his happiest mood when the hunting season rolls around. Jack has been on the tennis team for four years and is one of its key players. His plans for after graduation include college. JOHN HERMANCE Jack , who hails from Stottville, has often been seen driving an ice cream truck around. His powerful right arm will always be remembered by his fellow baseball players. Jack makes pitching look easy and also makes other things look easy when he's showing a movie for the Projection Club. Although he hasn't made any decisions about the future, we're sure Jack will do his job well. JANET HAWVER Janet can often be found attending the Walther League meetings of her church. She also enjoys the many trips the League sponsors. Being an avid baseball fan, Janet has collected many articles praising the Yankees , She considers passing business law her greatest accomplishment and English her favorite subject. Janet would like to become a secretary after graduation. LAWRENCE J. HERMANCE This tall boy, whose favorite enc- pression is Nuts , is one senior, who, when asked a question, will always have a comeback if a correct answer isn't available. Larry has played Varsity baseball, Varsity basketball, J. V. football and basketball, intra- mural soccer, and has been a dues collector and member of the Projection Club. Larry plans on entering college to become a draftsman after gradua- tion. ,w PATRICIA B. HAWVER Pat receives a lot of playful teasing about her attractive blushing. She considers passing Shorthand ll and graduating her greatest accomplish- ments. Business law rates as her favorite subject, even though it is a difficult one. Pat spends much of her time attending Walther League meet- ings of her church. After graduation, she would like to pursue a secretarial Cafeef. BEVERLY ANNE HICKEY Bev is the fun-loving member of homeroom 353 who is famous for her art work. Whenever there is a poster to be made, Bev is really in great demand. This talented senior also possesses a keen eye for dress designing and makes most of her own clothes. Much of Bev's spare time is spent acting as president of the Claverack Phi-Delts, and her cooking is tops. rm 221 SUSAN L. HIMAN This vivacious senior girl can be found at her second floor post between classes. She has been a member of the Student Service Committee two years. Sue includes among her likes dancing and clothes. You will usually be able to find her at the Blue Anchor after school. After graduation, Sue plans to go to college and become a medical secretary. PAUL E. HOFFMAN JR. Paul, who is another to claim Liv- ingston as his hometown, has been active in track for two years, earning his letter in that sport. Intramural basketball, interclass soccer, the Dance Club, and banking have also taken much of Paul's spare time. As for the future, Paul plans to either study business or enter Pittsfield G. E. STANLEY J. HIMMEL This good-looking senior boy can usually be found taking attendance in room 353 before 8:45. Stan's favorite pastime is hunting, but during school hours, social studies is tops on his list. Varsity football has taken up a great deal of his time after school. After graduation, Hudson High is go- ing to lose a swell guy in Stan, who plans to enter the armed forces. MARCIA S. HOLDRIDGE When a giggle can be heard through- out the halls of H. H. S., we could identify it as Marcia, that neatly dressed senior girl who can be found at her post on the First Hoor. She has been a dues collector, a member of the Owl , and Student Service Com- mitee. We want to know what could be so appealing about a song from Show Boat ? EDITH JOAN HOFFMAN This attractive senior is looking forward to a secretarial job upon graduation. The Owl circulation staff has claimed her time for the last three years. With all this, she still found time for baseball and volleyball, which earned her a place on the Girls' Athletic Association Board. Edith's smiling face and alert mind should make her an excellent secretary. , ,,,, r, fe z. V ,Q .4 BETTY JEAN HOLMES Who is that blonde bombshell or should we say more bounce to the ounce girl? Why it's none other than Betty Jean Holmes. Bet has par- ticipated actively for four years in choir, Girls Ensemble, Photography and Projection Club. In her junior and senior year she was a member of the J. V. and Varsity cheerleading squads respectively. The class of '54 wonders where Betty gets all the energy to perform her many activities so well. RUTH ANN HOUSE One of Ruth's main interests is sports. She has participated in almost every girls' sport in school and has received a letter and bar for her achievements. The G. A. A. Board also claims much of her time. Ruth's fine sense of humor keeps many of her classmates entertained. She would like to become a nurse after graduation. 6 SHIRLEY E. HUGHES Cookie , as she is called by her friends, can be found after school at the C. C. Club, of which she is an active member, or babysitting. She enjoys playing and watching softball very much. Her favorite subject is office practice. Shirley plans to go to business college and on to become a beautician. The class of '54 says good luck ! EDWARD HOWATT If there is any speed record of someone's getting to school on time from below Third Street after leaving home at 8:30 A. M., Eddy is sure to hold the record. Eddy's main interest in school has been in music. Evidence of this is his four years in band and choir. Anytime after school you can walk by his house and hear him toot- ing on that crazy horn of his. MERRILL JOHNSON Merrill, more commonly known as Peanut , is that member of the famed Claverack gang who zips around in the blue Chevrolet. He can usually be found playing his trumpet or actively engaged in discussions at either Science Club or N. H. S. scholarship meetings. Upon graduation, Merrill plans to study at Cornell to become a veterinarian, so best of luck to the living proof that the best things come in small packages. DAVID F. HUDSON Dave has gone out for baseball his last two years and has played two years of intramural basketball. He has been a member of the Projection Club, Photography Club, and is one of the two seniors who boasts of having been in the Science Club for two years. Math is his favorite subject, and he plans to follow this up by studying to become an engineer after graduation. GERTRUDE I. KELLER That small girl with the ever-ready smile and pleasing personality is better known to most of us as Trudie . She enjoys popular music and ice-skat- ing, and if you should happen to hear, Oh, George , you can be sure it's Trudy. In the fall of the year you could have found her at the football games, for she is one of Hudson High's greatest fans. lf' . BJ K ,jf S ii. Pa I 1 Q af x F 'S gg Q 4 L built 1 K , s, wig. .. , , tru 5, Y sm, st? P41 E. ATLEE KENNEDY Lee joined the class of '54 in her junior year, coming from St. Mary's. Since then she has added her wit and humor to the class. Lee has been a member of Forum and French Club and this year was on the Blue and Gold editorial staff. Lee can be heard to exclaim in the cafeteria, What is it? Look, it's moving. and the class of '54 knows just what she means. HENRY KOWALSKI This senior from Stuyvesant Falls rates hunting and fishing high on his list of outside activities. Henry, known as Hank , considers learning to play the accordian his greatest accomplish- ment and plans to continue his studies on this instrument in order to play before various organizations. Hank's favorite subject this year is business arithmetic, and after graduation, he hopes to enter the business field. WILLIAM F. KEYSER There isn't a dull moment when Bill's aroundg any member of the foot- ball team will agree to that. Bill, who hails from North Claverack, likes to go hunting or fishing whenever he gets the chance. If he isn't driving around in that Plymouth station-wagon, then most likely he can be found at the Blue Anchor. It'll be either college or the Navy after graduation for Bill. GERALD A. KUHNER Jerry has devoted his time to several school organizations, but has been outstanding in band throughout his four years, and joined the dance band in his last year. He likes baseball and has gone out for it his last two years. This fun-loving senior has had a good reason for joining the band, for upon graduation, he plans to enlist in the Navy and hopes to play in a Navy Band. TONU KIRSIMAGI Tony , as we better know him, has become well-known among us for his pleasing smile and cheerful personality. His hard tackling on the varsity foot- ball team in his senior year earned for him a letter, although he had his bad breaks with two injuries. Tonu has also been a member of the Student Service Committee and the Blue and Gold editorial staff, both in his senior year. lv t s 7- ,ta ss. fa? ELVENA M. LASHER This friendly senior is known as Dolly to many of her friends, Her greatest accomplishment was getting through Shorthand I, although now, she classifies secretarial practice as her favorite subject. Eighth period will find Elvena typing for the Owl , Elvena is an accomplished musician, having played the piano for many years and is now studying the accor- dian. JOAN B. LUSTIBER This sweet, petite girl has a cheerful hi for everyone she meets and especially for that certain senior boy to whom she is engaged. Joan says her fiance takes up all her spare time, so she doesn't have time for hobbies. Her greatest accomplishment would have to be decided between graduation and becoming engaged. Marriage is the plan which Joan has for the future, as she hopes to be a June bride. BARBARA MCCULLOCH Mac , as she has been dubbed by someone who cares, is an outstanding member of the senior class, During her four years in H. HL S., Mac has served the Owl , this year as an editor, Charlatans, Projection Club, Student Service Committee, and J. V. and Varsity Cheerleading. Last year she was chosen outstanding girl of the junior class and was awarded the Elmira Key, and this year, she was inducted into the National Honor Society. JANE M. MAGSAMEN Jane's lively smile has become familiar since she joined us after coming from Jefferson Central School, where she was president of her class. Jane is kept busy by her first Hoor post and by another member of the class of '54, If there were a class poetess to be chosen, this senior girl would prob- ably win, as she is well known for her poetry in the Owl , SHIRLEY R. MCTYGUE Shirl can usually be seen rushing to her post in front of the library. Due to her location she has no excuse for being late at 0-20 meetings, where she is vice-president. Even though Shirley has many stylish clothes, she never has anything to wear,-so she says. What she really wants is a nurse's uniform. In the future, if you ever have Shirley for a nurse, be sure you don't call her Red . if . ..- W l of 1 JEAN R. MAGSAMEN Jean is another athletic senior girl. She participated in baseball, basketball, and volleyball, resulting in her place on the Girls' Athletic Association Board. For the past two years Jean has been a valuable contributor to the Owl . With these diversified in- terests, Jean has many opportunities awaiting her. M. JEAN MELIUS Jean has had a very busy high school career. She has been active in choir, band, Owl, and is an assistant editor of the '54 Blue and Gold . Her speaking ability and large vo- cabulary boil over in hot sessions of the Forum. Jean's promptness in reach- ing her post has made her an asset to the Student Service Committee. We wish this senior girl with the pleasing smile and likable personality good luck in whatever Held of endeavor she enters. fzs 261 ARLENE L. METZ This out-of-towner, who hails from Rossman, has been a member of the Zero-20 Club in her junior and senior years. During her free-school time, Arlene can usually be found helping out in the library. Out of school, she can give you pleasant, efficient service at her job in Newberry's. We're sure that Arlene will make good in her future nursing career. MONA MOQUIN This tall, blonde beauty, who hails from Claverack, can be seen and heard in the halls of H. H. S. Mo , as she is affectionately called by all of her many friends, has been an active mem- ber of Projection Club. The last two years she has taken care of her little Cheerleaders, acting as their manager. The class of '54 has one more thing to say to Mo , Remember, Speech is silver, but Silence is golden! VALERIA MIESKE Valeria is often seen riding from Stottville to Hudson in her green Mer- cury. She is proud of the car and prouder yet of the record she'll leave behind at H. H. S. She considers being inducted into the National Honor Society in her junior year as her greatest achievement. French Club and Science Club have also kept her busy. Upon graduation Val is bound for California, where she plans to study to teach French. NORMAN MORRISON Norman enjoys hunting and fishing especially. He has plenty of space to do this in Livingston, his hometown. Farming also takes up much of his time after school and during the summer. Norman names shop as his favorite subject. We are looking forward to his becoming one of the successful farmers of our community. MARY ELLEN MINK Minky , as her Stottville friends know her, is one of those rare people with the never-ending energy. Her talents have earned for her the presi- dency of the G. A. A. Advisory Board, a post on the Student Service Committee, and one of the Editorial positions of The Owl . Sports are Mary EIlen's hobby, and, after seeing her with a tennis racket or hockey stick in her hand, you would see why. Q' JUDITH ANNE MUGFORD Judy may be seen in the summer helping out at her parents' restaurant. Buttons , as Judy is known by her friends, selects secretarial practice as her favorite subject and plans to be- come a secretary after graduation. She has used her typing talent this year on the staff of the f'Blue and Gold . Judy considers graduating as her greatest achievement. BARRY W. MYNTER Barry has been prominent in many Blue and Gold sports events in the last four years, earning his letter in football this year, as he starred in the quarterback position. Barry has also earned a letter in track and has participated in intramural basketball, while this year he has been on the Student Service Committee and the Blue and Goldl' Sports Staff. This good-looking and popular senior enjoys hunting and is a real authority on Indians. PETER H. OSTRANDER Pete's outstanding work in the Charlatans was rewarded last year by his membering into the National Thes- pians. Peter has also been kept busy as a member of the Projection Club and as the president of the Science Club this year. During school he finds chemistry to his liking, while after school, his main interests are cars and a certain sophomore girl. Pete plans to study engineering in the future. RICHARD THOMAS NACK Richard, better known to his num- erous friends as Dick or Richie, is another of those all-round boys. Richie has kept busy with choir and band, including Dance Band, both of which have had him as a four year member. Along with this he has also found time for basketball and track. Richie's proud of the fact that he was voted to Student Service Committee in his senior year. Success is a sure thing for this combination of good looks, alert mind, and pleasing personality. JANE M. PALEN Tall, blonde, and beautiful is an accurate description of Jane. She keeps everyone guessing all the time, and maybe this explains her four year Charlatan membership. In her senior year she was also a valuable asset to The Owl typing staff. Jane will miss H. H. S. next year, but is anxious to get started on the modeling career she wants. The many charming quali- ties we've known in her should cer- tainly help her achieve this goal. if at I ' a MARIE A. NERO Although Marie's favorite subject is English, she has a great deal of talent for drawing. Acting as chief typist for The Owl has taken up a great deal of Marie's time. Her favorite out-of-school activities include having fun at the Anchor and bowling. In her plans for the future, Marie in- cludes working for the State Depart- ment in Albany. VAIRA PAMILJANS We used to be able to recognize this girl because of her long blond hair, but even with her new short cut, we know it's Vaira with her graceful walk. Being one of the leading ladies of the Hudson High stage has occupied much of Vaira's time, but she still finds time to be an active participant in girls' sports, a member of National Honor Society, and vice- president of the Science Club. Al- though it isn't definite, Vaira says she'd like to enter the math-science field. 527 281 1 I ' F 21. AUDREY C. PATTISON Audrey is very much interested in music. Choir and the Choralettes have claimed her time for four years. Col- lecting records is also a hobby of hers. And takes pride in her induction into the National Honor Society this year. After graduation, Audrey plans to attend Potsdam State Teachers Col- lege, where she will major in English and become a teacher. AUDREY L. PELL We hope you won't he seeing Audrey very often at her after school job, for she works at the hospital helping the nurses. Aud's interesting hobby is collecting match covers from all over the country and arranging them in a scrapbook according to states. If her hopes are realized, Audrey will some- day be working for the Department of Agriculture in Washington. WILLIAM B. PATZWAHL, JR. Bill, who hails from the town of Claverack, is one of our more fun- loving classmates. Everybody's sure to enjoy a laugh or two whenever he's in the crowd. Bill who likes to go hunting and fishing, also makes a hobby out of taxidermy. Football and baseball have taken most of his after- school time this year. After graduation, Bill will probably join the Navy. JANE A. PENDERGAST Jane is one of those girls that prove that good things come in small pack- ages. She was an outstanding member of Charlatans and has been so far for four years. The roles that jane has portrayed are those of witty and sar- castic people. Jane has been cheering the teams on to victory, in her sopho- more year as a J. V. cheerleader and in her junior and senior year on the Varsity squad. The class of '54 asks, What do you have at breakfast to get all this pep? ! ! LOUIS PAYNE Lou , our class president for the last two years, can be identified by a handsome smile and friendly Hi . This active senior likes all sports, as is shown by his participation in varsity baseball, varsity basketball and varsity soccer. Besides sports, Lou has found time to serve the Student Council and the Student Service Committee. Major- ing in physical education in college is Lou's plan after graduation. LOIS PETERS Lois came to us in her sophomore year from Wilber H. Lynch High School in Amsterdam. Lo , as she is called by her friends, enjoys sewing. During her summer vacations, she visits her hometown, Amsterdam. Biology is considered the top subject by Lois. Graduating is classified as her greatest accomplishment. BERNICE A. PLATNER Bernice, or Bunny , as she is called by her friends, hails from Stockport. Bernice has been an active member of The Owl for four years. She enjoys working out crossword puzzles and her favorite subject is secretarial practice. Bunny plans to work in Albany after graduation, and for four years in H. H. S. her greatest achievement was passing business law. JOAN E. PRATT This attractive, personable senior has had four very active years in H. H. S. This is shown in the fact that she was for three consecutive years class treasurer, and in her senior year she acted as Student Council secretary. Also, she was a four year choir and band member. The class recognized Joan's good looks and charming personality by making her twice a candidate for Football Queen. SANDER PORITZKY Anyone for tennis? That can surely apply to Sandy, who last year reached the New York State Public High School Tennis Tournament finals in Syracuse, playing with Bob Bly- year, Sandy won the Tennis Trophy. Sandy ll thing. This Schoolmaster has also been active in the Charlatans, the Forum, the Student Service Com- mittee fas second floor captainl and The Blue and Gold Editorial Staff. Outside of school, this friendly senior usually can be found at Chi meet- ings, entering into heated debates. ROBERT W. RACE Bless you! marks the presence of Bob. This talkative senior boy, who has been dues-collector in his home- room for two years, plans to take a business course in college or to join the Marines after graduation. Bob is kept quite busy at his post in the locker room during lunch period. One must have nerves of steel to face that stampede when the bell rings and still hold his ground. Right, Bob? RALPH POUCH Ralph, that well-dressed senior boy, seen working at the First can be National Store after school. Ralph's favorite subject is business law, and hunting activites. is tops among his outside Durng the hunting season he often takes off to the woods and tries his luck with the rest of the sharpshooters . Ralph is planning to join the Marines after graduation. ELEANOR A. RADUN This senior girl with the smile for everyone has been very active in the Zero-20 club, where she has received certificates for her outstanding work. Ellie , as she is commonly known, is very much interested in embroidering and knitting. Much of Eleanor's time is taken up by typing for the Blue and Gold . E29 soj JOHN RITROSKY John's favorite hobby is photography, as is shown by the fact that he was elected president of the Photography Club this year, He has given much of his time this year to make the 1954 Blue and Gold informals some of the best. His other activities include varsity football, Owl , and the Science Club. John's best love outside of school is hunting and trapping, at which he is quite proficient. HELENE C. SACCO Oh yeah ? If you hear this phrase, look for a dark haired, well dressed girl with a smile on her face. That's Helene. She's probably joking with somebody who thinks she's serious. Where activities are concerned, choir and band play the major part. Helene has also been active in Charlatans. Although she is uncertain about her future plans, we're sure her career will be a success. RACHELE ROETINA Rae likes to spend all the time she can horseback riding. She also has a hobby that is very interesting in col- lecting miniature horses. Her three year membership in the Charlatans has given her a chance to practice her chosen profession of make-up work and beauty styling, After graduation, Rae plans to enter a New York TV make- up school, where we hope she will attain her goal of working on famous TV stars. VECENZA M. SACCO This illustrious senior, famous for her gripes , hails from Stottville. Her acting ability has added to the success of many Charlatan productions, and she will long be remembered for her portrayal of one of the Macbeth witches. 'fViggie's hobby is music, she is an accomplished pianist, knows the words to more songs than anyone you'll probably ever meet, and is an active member of the Civic Music Association. RONALD RUSTICK This senior boy seems quiet to every- one but friends who know him better. After school hours, which include J. V. football and work as dues collector, Ronny can usually be found down at the Anchor talking with the kids. After graduation Ronny is bound for a job in the service of his Uncle Sam. We'll be sure then of knowing that it's our best that's protecting us. JOSEPH G. SCALERA joe, spirited and loaded with fun, shows his love of Mother Nature by frequently pioneering into the woods to hunt. He has been a four-year member of the Projection Club and participated in football in his senior year. Math head's Joe's list of favorite subjects. CHARLENE E. SCHERMERHORN Charlene is that well dressed girl with the long auburn hair. Her spare time is spent listening to WHUC. She can usually be found in her home in Stottville, writing faithfully to a mem- ber of the Air Force. The Zero-Twenty Club has occupied a lot of Char's school time for the past two years. After graduation, Charlene is planning to be married. HAROLD C. SEARS Harold, a real photography enthusi- ast, is a member of the Photo Club. When spring comes along. we can find him heaving the discus for the track team. Harold has played inter- class basketball for four years and can usually be seen practicing up on his shooting at the Blue Anchor. His greatest achievement was playing varsity football and very ably filling in for Jim Esselstyn at center after jim was injured last fall. MARTIN SCHROEDER Marty , who can be easily identi- tied by his wide smile, hails from Livingston. Farming is tops with Marty, who was greatly dsappointed when the Future Farmers of America chapter disbanded. This good-looking senior had been elected its president for his junior year, but when it came, there was no more FFA. Marty plans to stay on the farm after graduation. BARBARA M. SMITH Barbara, who hails from Stuyvesant Falls, enjoys music very much and plays the piano in her spare time. The Luther League meetings also claim her interest. Gussy and Eve are some pet names which Barbara has acquired in her four years at H. H. S. Geometry rates as her favorite subject. Barbara would like to join the Waves in the future. gr .xt ,Q e asa. ' E ., U .i.r LUCY C. SCIRICO Lucy is that talkative classmate of ours who haunts H. R. 351. Also known as hotrod to her friends, Lucy places English high as her favorite subject. She enjoys music, collecting records being her hobby. Lucy participated in Dance Club and basketball her first two years, baseball her first year, and track her third year. After graduation Lucy plans on be- coming a secretary. HAROLD C. STEIN Harold has had it said of him that his writing in hieroglyphics compares with the best in the world. Harold's activities are composed of J. V. foot- ball in freshman year, Forum, Photo Club, Projection Club and Science Club. Besides orating on his pet sub- ject, The Evolution of the Modern Hand Weapon , Harold spends his evenings attending Chi meetings and securing bits of information that even Ripley would have had a hard time believing. W 321 ADDIS FAYE STRONG Faye, as she is better known to her many friends, has had four busy years in H. H. S. Most of her extracurricu- lar time has been spent in sports par- ticipation. Through this she gained a seat on the Girl's Athletic Association Board, having been active in baseball, basketball, volley ball, and track. Faye's ambition in life is to become a lawyer. DAVID A. TEATOR Where we think of baseball and soccer, we automatically think of Dave. Dave has played baseball for H. H. S. for three years and is letter man on the team. He has played soccer for four years, this year elected captain. This year Dave served the class of '54 as its vice-president, and has par- ticipated in such other activities as Student Council, Band and Student Service Committee. The class of '54 says good luck to this good-looking floor monitor, who loves to tease little and big girls alike! ! DARIA A. SYROTIUK Music, music, music . This very definitely refers to Daria, who has given four years to choir and band, and who spends much of her free time listening to records and disc jockeys. Daria's greatest accomplish- ment would have to be decided between passing French II and graduating, although she did both very well. JANICE M. TEATOR You've probably all seen Janice working at a certain dry cleaning store in Hudson. She was among the first in our class to receive an engagement ring. Being dues collector for two years and banker for two years gave Janice the incentive to work for others. All her many friends at Hudson High wish her the best for the future. RICHARD A. TANNER Most of us have seen Dick working efficiently behind the soda fountain after school at Basen's. Dick enjoys taking part in sports, especially base- ball. This quiet, cheerful senior, who wants everybody to knowithat he comes from Ghent, not North Clav- erack, has been busily pursuing a business course here at Hudson and hopes to enter the business field after graduation. KENNETH B. TEATOR Ken has been the quiet man of our sports teams. While others were play- ing before the crowds, Ken has been working behind the scenes as basket- ball manager for his last three years and as football manager this year. He has also taken on the duties of Blue and Gold boys' sports editor. We will all miss Ken, but to find out how much of a loss he will be, just ask our coaches. ROBERT C. THOMAS Bob is an outstanding member of the Projection Club, having partici- pated in it for all of his four years. Hunting takes up much of his time. During the summer, he can be seen busily working at Van's Dairy. Bob considers shop his favorite subject. After graduation, he would like to become a carpenter. BEVERLY I. TURK This quiet, industrious girl has won herself many friends through her warm smile and friendly manner. Beverly's hobby is writing poetry, at which she is quite accomplished. After school hours she spends her time at Columbia Memorial Hospital, where she is a tray girl. Next year Beverly plans to enter the hospital for nurses' training. NICHOLAS E. TIPPLE Doc , well known for his spon- taneous quips in the classroom, has managed to hang onto his nickname throughout high school. He has been the mainstay of the violin section in our school orchestra during his four years and has gone out for track in all but his sophomore year. Nick, who enjoys hunting and likes the out-of- doors, plans on studying to be a forester after graduation. WILLIS VANALPHEN junie , as Willis is so well known among his many friends, is one of those quiet, so it seems, seniors. If you follow ,lunie home after school, he'll probably lead you to his favorite pastime, tinkering around with any and all farm machinery. .lunie , who played J. V. football, hopes to enter the service when he graduates. We can safely say that Hudson High's loss will be Uncle Sam's gain. l JENNIE C. TORCHIA jenny, who was a member of the Zero-Twenty Club in her junior and senior years, attained the office of president in her senior year. Among other things, jenny has assisted our class by being dues collector for two years. jenny was a member of the Dance Club in her first and second year. After school, she can be found working in Matties' Grocery Store. ROSE MARIE VVHITESIDE The two words that really describe Rosie are human dynamo . If you want a job done, she's your girl and your worries are over. Such energy has brought her one of '4The Owl editorships this year, membership in the Forum and the Student Council, and the chairmanship of several dance committees. The class of '54 wishes her luck for future successes, too. aj f 33 NANCY C. WOLFF Nancy has played an important part in the music clubs, having been in the band and choir four years and the orchestra two years. She is prominent in many sports and is a member of the G. A. A. After graduation, Nancy plans on entering the Columbia Mem- orial Hospital to take up a nursing career. STEPHEN E. YANDIK If you ever see a small piper cub doing stunts over your house, it's probably Steve polishing up on his flying. Steve is happy to talk about anything that has to do with planes. If he isn't tinkering around with one of his planes, then he's either hunting or fishing. After high school, Steve will join the Air Force, and we all wish him happy flying , r PATRICIA YASINSKI She's blond, well dressed, cheerful and hails from Stottville. That's Pat l As a member of Zero-Twenty she can often be seen working in the library. In her spare time she likes to go to If you ever listen to good movies. WHUC, you're sure to have heard a request from Pat, who plans to work for a year after graduation and then proceed to college. Her cheerful per- sonality will aid her in the future. ROSE M. GRAND Rose is not a newcomer to Hudson High, as she was a member of our class in her freshman and sophomore years. Although she returned to H. H. S. from Watervliet High too late to have her picture taken for the Blue and Gold , all her friends here are glad to see her back. Membership in the Dance Club was Rose's main activity while here. 4 E -:1-rl-pl 3.5. N il i l Class otes ' r--:L .-id usu- Class Actor Class Actress Class Artists Class Athletes Class Clowns Class Couple Best Dancers GIRL Marsha Goldstein Beverly Hickey Mary Ellen Mink Vecenza Sacco Charlanne Bailey Catherine Barto Done Most for H.H.S. Charlanne Bailey Best Dressed Margaret Hall Best Looking Joan Pratt Class Musicians Joan Pratt Most Popular Margaret Hall Short and Long of It Susan Himan Most Studious Sandra Epstein Most Likely to Succeed Charlanne Bailey Most Talkative Mona Moquin Class Wolf Class Wolfess Barbara McCulloch WOMAN Favorite Teacher Mrs. Ham BOY Graham Hasbrouck William Hallenbecl Louis Payne William Keyser James Esselstyn John Grandinetti Robert Clowe Michael Chelelli Louis Payne Robert Clowe Louis Payne Nicholas Tipple Nicholas Tipple Joel Eisenberg Glenn Dallas Edward Bicjan MAN Mr. Styles l55l fy 5i5E o'w'W f 'f - 4 c ' 5 if :2-3-- v H H -' T' 6 X kX.L 1 f y , J .,fh L,j MW ., Q ' ,Q kr-1 ix 'K' J 'Y 3 1? , . '4L if x ! 2 h, X r 5 ' tif-il HES RMANS 3 . N Q . - Ugg K Olin N H 1 -x id.. f G fc DLDERMANS7 f' gal Z z f i 2 E wx J 5 MA . 1 1 ,Z 5 4 ' PQ !,!,w ,mx --E-in li Q' f Y WL X, 7' f 1, 2 '-Qi . 4 'Q' A 6:15, :fr I 'CP if-' wp i..x ' Q A f-S fyf ,Q C OMM UNITY 1 , Z ,X SHQQMWING 1-V4 5,4 P LTA +4 + ' -ITT- ig Q ,1 K N TmQ'! X , ! 47 , , X 4, ' X l G 4 4 ' qw 3 ,A , b X ' Q mf 1 3 '1 Q27 1 gbxx X' s V ,. f da Qi df! N' x ' ' I .Q er ' X A I A - lug Gym What would we do without our gym, Without its wonderful dances? No fun decorating for her or him, No juggling of his finances. What would we do without our gym, No basketball games to see. All our cheerleaders with vigor and vim, Would waste all that energy! What would we do without our gym No one can really express it, HHS life would seem much more dim, And we're mighty glad we possess it! -Sandra Epstein sag Office The office was a cheery place, I really must admit, Unless, by some unfriendly deed, That's where you had to sit. But, help was always offered there And valuable advice, Was given for the asking By folks who were so nice. I send to that staff, one last farewell As off to the world I'm sent, And say to you all as I leave this place, Thanks for the time you spent . -Jane Magsamen Library I'll always remember this cozy room, When book reports were due. I really got to reading then, And all the pages flew. But I didn't always read in there, Like a studious high school kid, For don't you think I fooled with friends? You bet I did! -Jane Magsamen Overstreet Gallant forces march overstreet, Down the pathway in sun or sleet, Quickly walking rank and file, Into the Blue Anchor's doors they pile. Some think another spot is fine, Outside of it looms the Rexall signg Within it's tough to find a seat, Amid the mass of hands and feet. At last a chair, let's get those cokes, And hear what's new and crack some jokes: So ends the marching, our day's complete, Tomorrow again we'll go overstreet. -Sandra E pstein Drama Shop In this place can be found, without any doubt, Old fashioned articles placed round-a-boutg Strange, wonderful garments are also found here, And all kinds of make-up ready to smear, A voice of a student suddenly starts To outdo the others, reciting their parts, Posters and photos abound on each wall, Masks laughing and crying symbolize all, A good-humored fellow oversees his domain, As everyone knows Mr. Sullivan's his nameg A word often used in this place is prop What room could it be but the drama shop. -Sandra E pxtein - at Cafeteria My, what a time I used to have, A-running for that line. No matter just how fast I went, I never was in time. But when I made my way along, And I finally got my eats, I usually lost my appetite, When someone yelled No seats! -Jane Magyarnen X I I M JI' f A if 2 - -inlay N 539 11401 .ff- I X 41 3 .I WEE! If a H BN xo w Q Y 'Y n V , H W I xl 0 I 4 4 -, I N , 5 is J QI Ns ll K x Q Jw, I ' 5 -X I 0 - E: fi , of fw 7 'rim .si-yn,v 7-Twef To J s 0' Be 5+mdf,.st Q vii? Thar om, N-it f 1 Sfaitely Qumhfgzki D TemPLSTfS S I1 erclassmen JU IOR l42J' Fran! Rofw, left to right: Holt, Duda, Bink, McGee, Canape, Hotaling, Sebulske, Rubino, Leicht, Orbon, White, Egan. Sefond Rofw: Williamson, Dauski, Philo, Goldberg, Alexander, Madison, Engel, Carter, Herberg, Thayer, Winig, Duuspaugh, Smith, H. Miller, Schermer- horn. Third Rofw: Gambino, C. Miller, Scalley, Lands- man, Boedecker, Leiser, Fisher, Millman, B, Holmes, Risch, Graziano, Swartz, Ham, Gregory, Sciutto, Meltz, Teator, Schabot. Fourth Rofw: Minkler, Balgalvis, Sey mour, Funk, Baker, Dejoy, Mahar, Bryant, Monthie, Scott, Gregory, Schneider, Seidel, Ross, Sapkoe, Kuhner, Walsh. In September of 1951, 185 prospective members of the class of SS entered Hudson High School and quickly made themselves right at home. With the able assistance of their advisor Mr. Sugar- man, things were soon underway following the election of the class officers: Lloyd Seaman, president, Gary Harrington, secretary: Vivian Clowe, treasurer, and Barbara Matte, assistant treasurer. 5. The colors green and white and an emblem shaped as a shield were chosen to represent the class. The freshman dance, The Spring Swing, was held in April and was a big success. After a successful freshman year, the class of SS looked forward to their second year at Hudson High. President, Ralph Baker, vice-president, John Dejoyp secretary, Ann Frankel, treas- urer, Ruth Finn, and assistant treasurer, Roberta Hicks capably Officers Left to Right: N. Firenze, J. Dejoy, R. Baker, L. Gregory, V. Clowe. CLASS Front Row, lef! to right: Sheldon, Jenkins, Finn, Kilmer, Firenze, Nyfeler, Laidlaw, Moquin, Petroski, Salvatore, Bucholsky, Matana, Serond Rofw: Egnasher, N. Bessette, P. Bessette, Baer, Boekhouse, Verney, Tiano, Studley, Dallas, Hicks, Matte, Polidor, Clowe, jones, Delp. Third ofliciated over the class activities with Mr. Ritacco advising. In December a very enjoyable dance Mistletoe lN'Iagic , was presented by the class. VVith the thought that their stay at Hudson High was half over, the new upperclassmen soon were busy in making preparations for the junior year. Those elected class officers were: Ralph Baker, president, John Dejoy, vice-president, Vivian Clowe, secretaryg Lawrence Gregory, treas- urerg and assistant treasurer, Nicholina Firenze. The duties of class advisor were undertaken by Mr. VVestfall. Among the many boys who have been active in sports during their stay at high school are: John Dejoy, Jimmy lilatties, Arnis Balgalvis and Bill Scalley. Ruth Finn, Margaret Jenkins, Leonard Keil, and Vivian Clowe are a few of the large Rofw: Kay, Moore, G. Miller, Caggianelli, Porto, Olm, Cuttita, Hart, Powell, Inman, Keil, Van Zandt. Fourth Rofw: Mueller, johnson, FitzGerald, Ritrosky, Griffith, Shufelt, Shook, D. Holmes, Himmel, Welch, Wilson, Scheitinger, Tell, Cole, MacDougall. number participating in the musical activities. Cheerleaders Beverly Jones and Barbara Canape have helped cheer the teams to victory. The foot- ball queen contest again was held with the junior class electing Vivian Clowe and Barbara Canape as candidates. Dave Powell was elected the assist- ant secretary of the Student Council. This year Mary Jane Engel took over the job of chairman of the ring committee. Beverly Jones, Patricia Egnasher, June Rubino, Beth Egan, Vivian Clowe, Myron Ritrosky, and Wilson Ham were honored scholastically this year by being inducted into the National Honor Society. Among the many activities of the past year were the spring dance and the receiving of the class rings. E433 OPHO ORE HISTORY The class of 56 entered Hudson High in September of l952, l98 students strong. Under the guidance of Mr. Walsh, the first class meeting was held, as a result, the following were elected: president, Robert Wasserman: vice-president, Anthony Bucci, secretary, Stephen Novakg treasurer, Charles Alongeg and assistant treasurer, Richard Woodward. The class of 56 had its biggest event of the year, The Gremlin Grab , the freshman dance, on March 13. Not long after our summer recess, we were again electing officers. With Mrs. Huddleston as advisor, the Officers Left to Right: A. Bucci, R. Seymour, P. Groat, S, Novak, R. Koskey. 441 Front Rofw, left to right: E. Patton, Moquin, Orbon, Studley, Needham, Scott, Thomas, Stickles, Nero, Nooney, Ziemba, Nelson, Nicholson, Peters, Myers. Serond Rofw: Hughes, Smalley, A. Patton, Risch, Fenoff, Lessard, Sihler, Hermance, Miller, M. Torchia, Sackett, Pullen, Sheldon, M. J. Torchia, Stearns, Soule, Way, Webb, Wallace, Wolff, Ribar, Shorts. Third Rofw: Harris, Fleming, More- lock, James Matties, Ressler, Palen, Hammerle, Swartz Dinga, Fagan, M. Miller, Janice Matties, Utech, Hobbie Proper, Phillips, Stickles, D. Stickles, Oldrich, Majeresik Miller. Fourth Rofw: Sapko, Myer, Tokarchuk, Fonda Steitz, VanLeuven, Brown, Rogers, Nack, Vilinskis, Sea- man, Seymour, Schnitzer, Novak, Esselstyn, Moore, Ron- sani, Meredith, Shook, Hallenbeck, Finn. CLASS following sophomore class officers were elected: president, Roger Seymour, vice-president, Stephen Novakg secretary, Anthony Bucci, treasurer, Rich- ard Koskeyg and assistant treasurer, Patricia Groat. The next attraction of our sophomore year was the football Queen Contest in which our own Patricia Peters was declared Queeng Dorothy Wallace was also a contestant from the sophomore class. This year the sophomore dance, The Winter Whirl was held on December ll and once again was a big success. The sophomore class is well represented on the school's sports teams. Outstanding sophomores in soccer, football, and basketball this year were An- drew Birznieks, Siegfred Heidemann, Gunnars Vilinskis, Raymond Husak, Edwin Bailey, Anthony Bucci, Richard Koskey, Bill McCall, Stephen No- vak, and Roger Seymour. The class of 56 is looking forward to its junior year, hoping to add to many accomplish- ments in the past two years. Front Rofw, left to right: Bishop, Durham, Barksdale, Cole, Friss, Cesternino, Hermance, Veltri, Ham, Howard, Fink, Egan, Dunspaugh, D. Leggett, Corey. Second Rofw: Graziano, Engel, Austin, Groat, Levine, Diamond, Brusso, Bennett, Woodward, Solomon, Bondarchuck, Dejoy, Hover, Smith, Osterhoudt, Ringer, Gallinger, Skrocki, Kuhner, Mencas, Kostel. Third Row: Pauza, Bryan, Gillen, Heidemann, Stickles, Gramoglia, Gable, J. Lyons, Avery, Shunk, Wheeler, Formichelli, Fierer, R. Leggett, R. Lyons, Eberlin, Day. Fourlh Rofw: Alonge, Krivo, Du- Pont, Bailey, Birznieks, Mabb, Renay, Isaacson, Bzirnkso, McCall, Bartholomew, Clarke, Harp, Hardy, Lustiber, Erickson, Bicjan. Fifth Row: Rowen, Curcio, Wasserman, Husak, Bucci, Cotte, Ferrari, McNamera, Koskey, Jager, Harder. I45 461 Fran! Rofw, left lo right: Kuzmiak, Keil, Kreig, Leonard M. Magee, N, Magee, Iaccino, Weaver, Lackland Twombly, Horvath, Kitsock, Klima, Leavitt. Second Rofw Shook, Howard, Waldorf, Piccola, Wagner, VanAlphan Szepessy, Grippe, Turner, Simmons, M. Race, Stevenson Stein, Clapp, Willis, Proper, Preston, Sheffer, Rooney Scott, Leccese. Third Rofw: Wester, Tuczynski, Weaver, Thatcher, Sheak, Zayac, Vasilow, Shaw, Shook, Sheldon Scirico, Lynch, Madison, Ronsani, Hermance, Martins. Fourth Rofw: Weeks, Spencer, Turk, Warchol, Taylor, Tamburro, White, Brenzel, Mencas, Martino, Hawver, Hotaling, Shumsky, Shook, Madker, Seymour, Risch. Fifth Raw: C. Rause, Turek, S. Race, Sapcoe, Solomon, Stalker, Rooney, Horner, Lasher, R. Rause, Rivenburg, Hughes, Hardy, Klein, Laudig, Keil, Solomon, Rowen, Slattery, Pullen, HISTORY History was in the making when 210 freshmen gathered in September of 1953 to become known as the class of '57, With Mr. Willis. Huddleston as class advisor, the following class officers were elected: president, Richard Hardyg vice-president, James Woodwardg secre- tary, Ann Leavittg treasurer, Harold Carter, and assistant treasurer, Susan Evans. The class of 1957 chose the colors blue and white and an emblem shaped as a shield. One of the biggest events of the year for the freshman class was its dance held on April 2. The freshman homerooms chose their Student Council repre sentatives as followsg Sondra Cukerstein, George Halloran, Richard Hardy, Jean Mulligan, James Shumsky, Elsie Unson, and Linda Officers Left to -right: H. Carter, J. Woodward, R. Hardy, A. Leavitt, J. Milligan. Front Row, left to right: Floutin, Oakes, Evans, DeCintio, Parker, Bennett, Cukerstein, Conine, Colwell, Clark, Good- man, Hanson, Moquin, Gold. Second Rofw: Marshall, Marchunuke, Place, Milligan, Patterson, Harvey, Belter- man, Graham, Hotaling, Garris, Annuskevicius, Finney, Gogoll, Arthur, Benner, Heidman, Graziano, Capelan, Banks, Downing. Third Rafw: Finger, Baer, Metz, Fisher, S. Miller, Mink, Middlebrook, McCannonQ Nicholson, McGuire, McKay, Holmes, Bollinger, Beecher, Hoffman, Engel, Dauski, Almstead, Delp. Fourth Rofw: Nickleson, Woodward, Moore, Niver, Spencer, Cisternino, Bell, Mot- toshiski, Halloran, Brown, Broussau, Conine, Carter, Bozik, Banks, Hallenbeck, Drevis, Elting, Bonifracio. Fifth Rofw: Molnar, Pollack, Moore, Parreault, Foster, Merritt, Mc- Neal, Otty, Dingman, Fenoff, Gerber, Miller, Dolfax, Gardner, Disbrow, Curcio, Gregory, Cariseo, Nack, L. Miller. CLASS Many members of the class have participated in the activities of the school including band, Choir, Charlatans, Owl, and others. Richard Hardy showed much talent in the acting of his part in the Charlatan presentation of Christmas for a Junior Miss . Harry Carter also proved to be an outstanding singer in the Choir. The freshman class produced many promising members for the school football, basketball, and soccer teams. Bernie Conine, Lefty Risch, and Henry Warchol will be great assets for the Var- sity team in the future as shown by their outstand- ing play on the JV basketball team. Lou Pollack also proved to be an outstanding football player as shown by his participation on the Varsity football squad. This year freshman cheerleading has been added to the school's extra-curricular activities. Those chosen were :Peggy Benner, Sally Conine, Sondra Cukerstein, Maureen Beecher, Paula Gold, Helen Kitsock, Ann Leavitt, Carol Patterson, Rose Piccola, Elizabeth Scirico, Marie Sheak, Judith Scott, Esther Stein, and Ann Turner. The class of 'A57 has enjoyed its classes, clubs, and sports during the last year and is looking for- ward to three more pleasant years in Hudson High. wi 481 Double Ex gl The twins are always on the double How do they ever keep out of trouble? We call one name, and there is another' We can't tell them apartg can their mother? Our class sets of twins are three It's sometimes confusing as can be. Now Betty and Elaine are witty And everyone agrees they're pretty. Ruby and Ruth are a winning teamg In sports they're always on the beam. Jean and Jane can write and draw: Their talents make us stand in awe. Can any class claim three or more? Proud are we of '54! - Marilyn DuPont pOSl1I'C I LEW T 'H- W 5. . , jg UH? Nxxxxxxwhi ' Ill! 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N, 'a num' m'm.,P.4,,WM ,M W ,i Aluuvfu.-1-1-1-1-n...,7..,--vi--f. .,-,11: I A El 'wwf' A71-'25ffnfmflllmlm:nnfm!,f,,,,HMM,,,:,,,, :H Q 7' 3 in I :w2,wu,R:2, U. S, 1 2 ,lv QE ,i ' Courvl- +ha+ day los+ Vzfse 'ow descending sun h 5 r '0m +hy hand o WOM-I-my ac+ion dong. Au-I-hor unknown Hchvifics tudent Council OFFICERS Prrsidrnt .... ................ C harlanne Bailey lfire-Prrmiwzr . Joel Flaum Sz'rrrtary .... ,... J oan Pratt Trmmrrr ...... .. Glenn Dallas Assistant Secretary .. .. David Powell The purpose of the Student Council is to provide stu- dents with an opportunity for self-expression in the activ- ities of the school and to promote the general welfare of the school. The Student Council sponsored the first dance of the year held in October, was mainly responsible for the record- breaking attendance at the four night football games, ap- propriated a sum of money for the purpose of buying a TV set for the school, and has taken an active part in the County Student Council. The 195-l Student Council also sponsored the magazine sales, and it has helped the Community Chest and the March of Dimes drives. Front Rofw, left lo right: L. Willis, D. Powell, J. Flaum, A. Colby S Cukerstem M Diamond Mr C oldmg C. Bailey, G. Dallas, J. Pratt, IJ. Leggett. Serond Rofw: Third Rau D Williamson J Shumskw C Halloran J. Milligan, R. Hicks, B. Egan, R. Finn, R. M. Whiteside, M, Chelelli S Poritzkx R B ker R Hardy QQ, Front Rofzv, left to right: K. Teator, R. Clowe, M. De- Cintio, M. DuPont, VV. Fingar, S. Baker, S. Epstein, G. Bartholomew, D. Alger, V. Pamiljans. Sfrond Rofw: Mrs. Rainey, H. Sacco, P. Hall, j. Pratt, B, McCulloch, V. Sacco, A. Kennedy, J. Belknap, B. Bartholomew, V. Mieske, B. Hickey, Mr. Westfall. Third Rofw: I.. Feroe, T, Kirsimagi, B. Mynter, J. Esselstyn, M. Goldstein, E. Radun, J. Mugford, P. Engel, P. Ostrander, B. Hallenbeck, M, johnson. Absent: C. Bailey, J. Gengenbach, R. House, -I. Melius, S. Poritzky, Blue nd Gold taff Editor-in-Chzrf ................ Assistant Editors lkladaline DeCinti lVIarilyn Dupont Charlanne Bailey 0 Editorial Staff Betty Bartholomew Layton Feroe -lean Gengenbach Marsha Goldstein Margaret Hall Business fllanager Dolores Alger Joan Belknap Peter Engel Business S taff A ssistan ts Wendell Fingar Sandra Epstein Jean Melius Merrill Johnson Tonu Kirsimagi Atlee Kennedy Sander Poritzky Helene Sacco Vecenza Sacco . . . .Sally Baker James Esselstyn Valeria Mieske Peter Ostrander Art Staff Art Editor ................ Robert Clowe Assistants Beverly Hickey William Hallenbeck Barbara McCulloch Sports Staff Kenneth Teator Vaira Pamiljans Barry Mynter Ruth Ann House Typing Staff Chief Typist .............. Gloria Bartholomew Assistants Judy Mugford Joan Pratt Eleanor Radun Chief Advisor .......... Mrs. Marion V. Rainey Business Staff Advisor ...... Mr. Paul J. Westfall Art Staff Advisor ........ Mrs. Albertine A. Aird Informal Photography ........ Photography Club Photography Advisor . . . . . .Mr. Robert Kelley L51 521 Front Rofw. lofi lo right: Salvatore, Polidor, Hicks, Way Scott, Sapcoe, Concra, FitzGerald, Carter, Kiel, Fisher, Hardy, Williamson, Barto, Finn, Matte, Gramaglia, Woodward. Srrond Rofw: McCulloch, Jones, B. J. Holmes, Groat, Stuclley, Miller, Siedel, B. Holmes, Howatt, P White, Klein, Fonda, Solomon, Skrocki, D. Stickles, Kuz- miak. Third Rofw: Utech, Nero, V. Clowe, Pattison, Heidemann, Goldstein, Myers, Jager, Krivo, Hardy, Brayn, T, Stickles, Harris, Nooney, Nelson, Levine, Web, Wolfe. Fourth Rofw: Willis, Hermance, Thayer, Engel, Bucholsky, Dingman, Birznieks, Seymour, Nack, Nack, Weaver, Hall, Melius, jenkins, J. White. Piano: R. Clowe, Narrator: K. Gillen. Dirertor: Mr. Phillips. appella Choir The QBTPOSC Of the A Cappella Choir, directed by R. Steele' Phillips, is to present a choral program for the .stu- dents interested in singing. The greatest achievement of the Choir this year was the program presented in December for the Winter Con- cert, which received wide acclaim. This concert was pre- sented by the combined music organizations. Several mem- bers of the Choir were chosen to participate at the All- County Choir held in February. Other accomplishments of the year were the participation in the Columbia County Music Festival and the Spring Concert held in May. band this summer will be a parade in New York City in H.H.S. Band The band. which is under the direction of Mr. Phillips, learns musical numbers which are presented to its many and varied audiences at football games, assemblies, parades, concerts, and exchange assemblies. Although the band ap- pears to play each selection with ease, much time and effort are required on the part of the band members and the di- rector in order to present a conert. The highlight for the ff va R Taj fv, its if ....- -9 .s-43 3 .P ii? 5 July for the Lion's Club. Front Row, left to righ1:Kuzmiek, Golding, Niver, Concra, Duda, Utech, R. Clowe, Barto, Petroski, Hermance, Dallas, Melius, Engel. Second Row: Moquin, Bennett, Fisher, Hanson, Thayer, Nooney, Merritt, Keil, Nero, B. Barthol omew, Finn, Pratt, Hall, Cole. Third Rofw: Wallace Esselstyn, R. Seymour, E. Howatt, johnson, Hicks, Kuhner, Veltri, Wolff, Woodward, Downing, Dejoy, Matte, V Clowe, R. Nack, Weaver. Fourth Row: Delp, F. Howatt Stalker, R. Bartholomew, M. Nack, L. Miller, Bryan Baker, McNeal, Leavitt, White. Fifth Row: Sacco, Lands man, Hallenbeck, G. Seymour, Mr. Phillips, Alonge Ronald Hardy, Golding, Richard Hardy. ,. f sf :dxf . rf .si uDSo XXHIGH0 gllilfp Front Rofw letto right Dance Band R Fmn J Pratt, Ensemble-B. McCulloch, A. Pattison, C. Barto, B. ,I L Kiel J Nero B Bartholomew C Alonge Second Holmes, H. Sacco, Mr. Phillips. Second Row: V. Clowe, Row G Kuhner M johnson R Hicks B Matte, R. B. jones, J. Harris, P. Hall. Nack R Clowe TlI1fdR0'ZfL H Bry n F1ontRofw Girls' Dance Band nd Choralettes The purpose of the Dance Band and the Choralettes is to provide more specialized entertainment than either the band or Choir is able to do. The Dance Band provided music for dancing after many of the schoo1's basketball games. The Choralettes displayed their fine ability and musical technique at performances at the Masonic Lodge, the County Ensemble program held in March, and the graduation exercises in June. Whether the Dance Band and Choralettes perform separately or as a team, they can be depended on to do an excellent job. D41 iff l Front Row, left Io riglzl: joel Eisenberg, Charlanne Bailey, Robert Clowe, Sally Baker. Second Row: Wendell Fingar, Vaira Pamiljans, Miss Dorothy Simon, Valeria Mieske, Merrill Johnson. Absent: Sandra Epstein. Indurted in Marrh: Elaine Bortugno, Elizabeth Bortugno, Marsha Goldstein, Barbara McCulloch, Audrey Pattison, Vivian Clowe, Wilson Ham, Beth Egan, Bev- erly jones, june Rubino, Myron Ritrosky, Patricia Egnasher. ational Honor ociety OFFICERS President .... ............ .... R o bert Clowe Vice-President . . . . Charlanne Bailey Secretary . . . . . . Sally Baker Treasurer . . . . . . Joel Eisenberg The National Honor Society is a nationwide organ- ization whose purpose is to create an enthusiasm for scholar- ship, to stimulate a desire to render service, to promote worthy leadership, and to encourage the development of outstanding character in high school students. Students possessing these qualities receive recognition and are in- ducted into the society in December and March. During the past year the group has participated in American Education Week activities and held scholarship classes. The members tutored for mid-year exams and held their formal induction in March. The final activities of the year were a banquet held in March and a recent picnic. wi U61 Front Rofw, left to right: Solomon, Nelson, Diamond, Vasi- low, Stein, VanAlphen. Sfrond Rofw: Harris, Orbon Nooney, Groat, Ostrander, Hasbrouck, Goldstein, Golding, Himan, McNamara, Fink, Levine. Third Rofw: Shaw, Nicholson, H. Sacco, Palen, Ziemba, Needham, Bartholo- Charlatans mew, Belknap, Hickey, V. Sacco, Pamiljans, Wallace Grossman, Egan, Thomas, Oakes, Gold, Mr. Sullivan Fourih Ro-'wt Engel, Tokarchuk, Friss, Jager, Gillen 7 7 Stickles, Race, Birznieks, Flaum, Feroe, Myer, Clowe, Bailey, Koskey. OFFICERS President ................. lklarsha Goldstein Vin'-Prexirlzfnt . , . . . . Graham Hasbrouck Svrrctnry .... . . Peter Ostrander Treasurer .... . . . . . Robert Golding The 'lCharlatans is a well-known organization in the student body. Under the direction of Mr. Francis Sullivan, this group has improved public relations of the school by presenting radio programs and plays at the New York State Training School for Girls and the Presbyterian Church. It has also presented non-profit performances for the stu- dent body, and throughout the day makes the announce- ments over the PA. This year, the Charlatans presented The Marriage Proposal , The Monkey's Pawn, an adaptation of Junior Miss , and a spring production I Remember Mama . Members of this organization have entered various speech and debate tournaments during the year and have earned excellent ratings. Outstanding members of this hard-working group are later inducted into the National Thespians. Front Row, left to right: Vecenza Sacco, Marsha Goldstein, Vaira Pam- iljans, Mr. Francis Sullivan. Serond Rofw: Robert Golding, Robert Clowe, Layton Feroe, John Ormiston, Peter Ostrander, Graham Hasbrouck. ational Thespians OFFICERS President ................. Marsha Goldstein Vice-President . . . . . Graham Hasbrouck Secretary .. Peter Ostrander Treasurer . . . . . . Robert Golding The aim of the National Thespians is to raise the level of drama appreciation in Hudson High School. The Thespians, advised by Mr. Francis Sullivan, is composed of students who have shown outstanding achievement in dramatics and related fields. Presenting a play every year of Outstand- ing merit, this year High Window , and pro- viding leadership in the regular organization of the dramatic club, are the objectives of the members. im, 'vwpqi sag Dance Club Every alternate Tuesday the Dance Club assembles in the gym to learn the fundamentals of popular dancing. This year two enthusiastic directors, Miss Bell and Mrs. Sammon, are teaching dances such as waltzes, fox trots, and polkas. One hindrance of the Dance Club has been its lack of boy members. Next year, it is hoped that there will be a more equal number of boys and girls. Front Rofw, left to right: J. Lackman, J. McCannon, E. McGuire, S. Miller, P. McKay, B. Bryan, B. Kreig, J. Parker, G. Fagan, G. Mercas, E. Wheeler. Serond Rofw: Mrs. Sammon J Crucio G, Metz, A. Leceese, A. Turner, R. Grippi, R. Szepessy, L. VanAlphen, R. Piccola, L. Heidemann J. Floutin, D. Engel, M. Torchia, J. Hills, Miss Bell. Third Rofw: D. Barton E Almstead D i ' I Spath, A. Kuhner, R. Bonifatio, H. Niver, A. Moore, G. Miller, R. Otty, F. Rowen, J. Thomas J. Tamburrn. r 1 1 Forum OFFICERS President ...... ............ .... J 0 el Flaum Vice-Presidmzt . . . . . Frank Cuttita Scfrelary ....... Carol Ham Treasurer . . . . . . . . . .... . . Charles Inman The Forum, advised by Miss Mary Gorman, provides students with assemblies, debates, conferences, and a chance for participation in the Mid-Hudson Student Congress. This year the Forum has concentrated upon a study of local problems. Speakers were recruited from local labor unions and the State Training School for Girls, and a num- ber of local politicians addressed the group on problems of civic interest. Because of the thorough work of the Forum in recent years, this year H. H. S. was awarded a chapter from the National Forensic League. k K I Front Row. left to right: B. jones, B. McCulloch, S. Himan, J. Melius. Second Rofw: M. Engel, C. Inman, C. Ham, J. Flaum, F. Cuttita, J. Ormiston, A. Kennedy, N. Firenze. Third Rofw: R. Verney, V. Sacco, R. Whiteside, J. Grossman, J. Belknap, A. Colby, R. Bank, T. Laidlaw, B. Egan, Miss Gorman. Fourth Row: F. Krivo, H. Bryan, R. Husak, S. Poritzky, E. Seidel, D. Powell, W. Clarke, M. Klein. 4 . L59 Front Rofw, left to right: A. Kennedy, M. Nyfeler, R. Whiteside, R. House, T. Laidlaw, B. Egan, L. Egan, J. Graziano. Serond Rofw: K. Fink, D. Syrotiuk, V. Pamiljans, J. Ormiston, B. jones, Miss Wolcott, N. Firenze. Third Row: W. Ham, E. Myer, M. Ritrosky, G. Hasbrouck, H. Schnitzer, D. Williamson. Absent: Sandra Epstein. Le Cercle Francais OFFICERS President ........ ................. S andra Epstein Counfil Mernbers .. Beverly Jones, Vaira Pamiljans Le Cercle Francais, the only language club in Hudson High School, combines education with pleasure. Advised by Miss Dorothy Wolcott, it seeks to improve each member's knowledge of French through amusement and instruction. The French Club is open to second and third year French students only Among the many activities of the club are films French games reports on famous F renchmen listemng to phonograph records and an annual Christmas party Learning through pleasure awaits the French Club mem ers l A 4: is ln Q. Q.. pa bv an Y COIUII' V X Q' 9 , X A A A A I V 'fATAV ' 0' 4 . e gg , , , ' , U r ' ' .. . .5 b . W of ow ,P Q' A xy. .l.1,t5ff. .-ti llff A vi v O Ovid, ,A - 1' 90 5603 -,fig I ay Yi?-6 emi .E fr -C '5 I O - I u ,U QQ. 0 O ll 9 Front Rofw, lrf! lo right: Scott, Kuhner, jean Magsamen, Mink, Jane Magsamen, House, Scott, Sikoskie, Matano, Graham. Srrond Rofw: Matties, Engel, Salvadore, Salo- mon, Orbon, Diamond, Graziano, Conine, Woodward, Downing, Banks. Third Rofw: Utech, Nelson, Wallace, ADVISORY BOARD President ................. Mary Ellen Mink Secretary . . . ....... Ann Scott Treasurer . . . . . . Helen Sikoskie The purpose of the Girls' Athletic Association is to promote interest in girls' athletics, to assist with any problem connected with girls' athletics, and to promote the spirit of good sportsmanship. Girls' thletic Association - Twombly, Epstein, Delp, Unson, Bartholomew. Mink, Wolff. Fourth Rofwz Miss Bell, Rooney, McGee, Moquin, Howard, Levine, Firenze, Hamm, Holman, Hotaling, Hal- lenbeck, Kreig, Leonard. Under the guidance of Miss Elizabeth Bell, ai large selection of sports is offered, such as: hockey, tennis, basketball, badminton, bowling, volleyball, archery, softball, table tennis, track, and camping. Throughout the entire year the girls have partici- pated in playdays at home and away, and presented their annual dance on March 12. mi 623 L , Front Rofw. left to right: Rubino, Fink, Gold, Firenze, Whiteside, Mink, McCulloch, Nero, Petroski, Brusso. Rofw: McGee, Patton, Pattison, Bartholomew, Grener Hall, Melius, Belknap, Arthur, Ham, Laidlaw, Leggett Mr. Westfall. Fourth Rofw: Miller, Kilmer, Bink, Egan Williamson, Seidel, Bryan, T. Stickles, Concra, Weaver D. Stickles, Wolff. T h e O W l CO-EDITORS Serond Rofrc: Miss Raymond, Solomon, Dejoy, Bishop, Salvatore, Banks, Willis, DuPont, Mieske, Goldstein, Holdridge, Sacco, Levine, Bennett, Mrs. O'Rourke. Third Mary Ellen Mink Barbara McCulloch Rose Marie VVhiteside An important part of Hudson High life is its school paper, the Owl , now in its thirty-second year of publication. The main ob- Hd. jective of the Owl is to provide an accurate record of the activities i of the school and to help train students interested in journalistic work. One of the outstanding achievements of the Owl this year was the establishment of a local chapter of Quill and Scroll to reward individual achievement in newspaper work for members of the staff. The co-editors named above were aided this year by: business managers Carolyn Petroski and Edith Baerg head typist, Marie Nerog and circulation manager, Nicholina Firenze. Advisers were: Mrs. Elizabeth O'Rourke and Miss Alsiee Raymond, editorial staffg and Mr. Paul Westfall, business staff. 1 1 v 1 I. Front Row, left to right: B. Myers, C. Woodward, D. Utech. N- H0Wf1fd R Rlngff Mr Kelley Thlfd RUM' Moquin, M. Dejoy, B. Holmes, j. Ritrosky, C. Inman, P. J. Fiefff. V- Pfllfll P lflgffl D lllldwn W KI mel' Groat, P. Nelson, M. Diamond, S. Himan. Sfrond Row: A- Bil'1l1i6kS, A Cflfhfh C Kllhflef H FHA fr-lld M S. Grener, M. Nero, J. Nooney, J. Nicholson, D. Hermance, Ritrosky, A. Remy H Sf-'GFS D Pvwll R C Oldlllg J. oengenbaek, J. Grossman, n. Moquin, K. Nero, M. Photo raphy Club OFFICERS President .... ............... . . John Ritrosky Vice-Preridvrzt .. ..... Charles Inman Serretary ........ ....... ........ B e tty Jean Holmes The Photo Club, advised by Mr. Robert Kelley, is composed of students who are interested in learning about photography and stu- dents who want to add to their knowledge of photography. The biggest job of the Photo Club is taking informal pictures for the Blue and Gold . Evidence of the Photo Club's excellent work can be seen in the informals in this book and in the Class Votes drawing which was done by the Photo Club with the ar- tistic talent supplied by Peter Engel and Bill Kilmer. Other activities of the Photo Club include taking pictures for the Owl and preparing exhibits for the library. 5633 J Projection C l u la OFFICERS President ..... ....-....... . . Glenn Dallas Vim-Prvsidezzt . . ..... David Powell Serretary .... Mary Ellen Mink Treasurer ............................. Fred Harder Projection Club members are taught to operate and service all equipment, including the slide projector, record players, motion picture projectors, and the tape recorder. After a member has learned the use of all the equipment, he is given a Bell-Howell test and receives a certificate if he passes. Mernbers also schedule the films and handle the mail- ing of them. Since the Projection Club shows nearly 300 movies a year for use in classwork, every student in H. H. S. has at some time been benefited by this service organization. Front Rofw, lrft lo right: G. Golding, Baer, Rooney, Carter, Klein, Sapcoe, B. Hermance, Gregory, Hughes, Bozik. Sfrond Rolw: J. Hermance, Wilson, B. J. Holmes, M. Moquin, Sikoskie, Harder, Dallas, Powell, Mink, Myers, Scott, D. Moquin. Third Ro'-w: Formichelli, Brenzel, Bartholomew, Leiser, Gregory, Kilmer, Himmel, L Qi 3 .1 A 3 5 A , . Sapcoe, Scalera, Ostrander, Kosnick, Morelock, B. Holmes Spath, Shumsky, Seymour, Patzwahl, R. Golding, Mr Leahy. Fourlh Rome: Washburn, Landsman, Fonda, Avery Keil, Mahar, Scheitinger, Tamburro, Torchia, Ronsani Meredith, Nicholson, F. Rowen, J, Rowen, Teator, Mc Neal, Maeher. 1 2 5 5 N Front Ro-w, lrfl lo right: Marsha Goldstein, Audrey Pat- tholomew, Valeria Mieske, Sandra Epstein, Mr. James tison, Vaira Pamiljans, Peter Ostrander, Wendell Fingar, Styles. Third Row: joel Eisenberg, Peter Engel, Merrill james Esselstyn, Charlanne Bailey. Second Row: Mary johnson, David Hudson, Harold Stein, John Ritrosky. Mink, Elizabeth Bortugno, Elaine Bortugno, Betty Bar- Q c 1 e n e e C 1 u b OFFICERS Prvsidrnt .... .............. . . Peter Ostrander I'lil'l'-IJl'l'5fl1l'Ilf . . . . . Vaira Pamiljans St'H'l'fI1!'j' .... . . . Vvendell Fingar Trmsurrr .. . .... James Esselstyn The Science Club, with Mr. James Styles as faculty ad- visor, tries to create and further scientific interests of mem- bers through demonstrations, lectures, movies, and field trips. Each member is required to present a lecture or demon- stration once a year. Demonstrations this year were on a variety of subjects, such as, plastics, radio, rifles, etc. This year two field trips were taken, one in November and one in May. Places visited included General Electric of Pitts- field, Sterling-Winthrop Research Institute in Rensselaer, and the Albany Felt Company. I65 Front Row, left to right: Mink, Frassa, Himan, Firenze, Magsamen, McTygue, Epstein. Second Row: McCulloch, Goldstein, H. Sacco, Colby, Poritzky, Esselstyn, Eisenberg, S. Baker, V. Sacco, Whiteside, Holdridge. Third Row: Mr. Golding, Sikoske, Melius, Hall, Gengenbach, Minkler, Balgalvis, Kilmer, Canape, Nack, Belknap, Bartholomew, Pattison, Delp. Fourth Rofw: Payne, Mynter, Teator, Dejoy, Race, Hallenbeck, Engel, Inman, R. Baker, Kosnick, Golding. Student Service Committee OFFICERS Chairman .. ................ . . James Esselstyn Floor Captains: Anne Colby Sander Poritzky Joel Eisenberg The primary function of the Student Service Committee is to keep order in the halls and to help make other school functions run smoothly. Aside from having regular hall and noon-hour posts, the members also collect the absentee cards, act as guides and ushers, and sell tickets at basketball and football games. The S. S. C. is a sub-committee of the Student Council and is advised by Mr. Golding. It is composed of juniors and seniors who are chosen by the Student Council officers and approved by the ad- ministration. The reward of the Student Service Committee is the praise they receive year after year from the school administration and the members of the community for their job of helping school func- tions to run smoothly. i661 Fran! Rofw, lrft to right: R. Verney, C. Boekhouse, P. Radun, C. Sehermerhorn, L. Egan, B. Egan, E, Dunspaugh, Egnasher, J. Rubino, J. Torchia, S. McTygue, J. Taylor, Miss Chace. Third Raw: E. Baer, M. Nyfeler, N. Can- E. Pullen, J. Shook. Serond Ro-w: P. Alexander, J. Yates, ada, S. Miller, M. Beecher, C. Patterson, L. Porreca, L. A. Pell, A. Metz, J. Matties, J. Lackmann, B. Winig, E. Scirico, J. Bennett, M. Buffa, S. Duntz, M. Race. Z e r 0 - T w e n t y OFFICERS President ..... ........... . . . Jennie Torchia Vive-Prvxizlewit .. .. Shirley McTyguc Srrrrmry ..... .. Patricia Egnasher Treasurer ............................ June Rubino Every student has, probably, at one time or another come in contact with a member of the Zero-Twenty Club. These girls work at the library desk, help students find books, take inventory, set up exhibits, and do many other tasks to assist our librarian and their advisor, Miss Beatrice Chace. During their meetings, the girls participate in organized games and have parties on holidays. This past year they have set up a point system that entitles a girl to credits each time she works. J67 681 Students at Ease in f- ' 1 gx I Af 'ix 6' Hd ' 6 ' o F ' : 9 .1 M1 Rd' 1 N af -4 'I f I SK U i A --V --- X 5 E E V X' ,vb A 'Gf4fs g il x 1 x X A L' 51412 2252: 2125, T I 'n LvFZ 3 5 I3 HOT Conqqgryns i bun- Winning yjgu- T1 Y-w-QMM ,.i,,qiLg-vain ' I A sawn N 1 I Y-47' ggx L ,-ww 'Qfifz ' ,ffq-sk-fav. . V. Front Row, left to right: S. Heidemann, R. Holmes, D. Flaum, P. Engel, H. Bryan, G. Golding. Third Row: J. Teator, R. Kosnick, J. Sciutto, J. Eisenberg. Second Ro-'wz Hatheway, P. Ostrander, D. Barton, W. Hallenbeck, L. Mr. Huddleston, D. Powell, L. Payne, G. Vilinskis, J. Tell, A. Birznieks, R. Husak. OCCCI' The soccer squad ran into a little rough luck last fall, but still came up with a three win and five loss record. The boys fought hard in every game and have reason to be proud of their team. One of their major victories was the 6-O defeat pinned on Valatie High, the county champs. Dave Teator proved a worthy captain and helped to organize the club on the field. Bill Hallenbeck, goalie, will be greatly missed at that position by Coach Huddleston. Lou Payne and Joel Eisenberg rounded out the senior strength. Gunnars Vilinskis and Ray Husak will be back next fall and should form the backbone of the new squad. SCORES We They Cairo ........ . . . 0 2 New Lebanon .. O 2 Berlin ........ . . . 3 2 New Lebanon . . .. . 5 2 Valatie ....... . . . 2 8 Cairo . . . . . . 0 7 Valatie 6 0 Berlin... ....l 6 U1 721 JUNIOR VARSITY SCORES F 0 0 T We They Tannersville V. ..... 0 34 Columbia V. .... 31 7 Red Hook V. ...... 0 40 B.C.H.S. J. V. .... 8 6 Mynter 'f at They would be lucky if they won a game. They were too 'green'3 they were too small . These are the things that were be- ing said about Hudson High's grid team before the start of the season. But once they were turned loose on the field, the Bluehawks began to fly. Coach Murtagh, in his first year at Hudson, along with Coach Czark and Coach Sammon, had put together one of the Hnest teams that ever wore the Blue and Gold colors. They lost only twice while running up five victories. This fine team was built around two things, speed and spirit. They were small, but they hit fast and hard. It would be difficult to list those who brought so much success to the team. It would be hard to pick a Sears Esselstyn msgs g Front Row, left to right: Patzwahl, Keyser, Myn- ter, Scalley, Baker, McCall, J. Esselstyn, Kirsi- magi, Dejoy, McDougall, Novak, Canape, Mat- ties, Pollack. Second Raw: Teator, Bailey, Risch, Olm, Scalera, Seymour, Chelelli, Himmel, Sears, Hermance, Kilmer, J. Ritrosky, C. Miller, Monthie, A. Esselstyn, Delamater, Cole. Third Row: Mr. Sammon, Mr. Czark, McNeal, Turk, Mueller, G. Miller, M. Ritrosky, Isaacson, Conine, Shufelt, Harris, Concra, Hawver, Tay- lor, Hills, Coach Murtagh, Coach Atkins. VARSITY SCORES We They Draper . . . 14 0 Scotia .. 19 0 Cohoes .... 19 7 Columbia . . 14 33 Lansingburg ....... 26 0 B A L IJ Coxsackie-Athens . . . 18 0 Watervliet ..... .. 18 19 star. There was the sensational running of Barry Mynter and Tom Canape, the drive of Steve Novak, and the ball handling of Jimmy Matties. There was also that great line led by hard-charging Jim Esselstyn and Tonu Kirsimagi. As Coach Murtagh said, We didn't have any individual stars: we had a team . The Junior Varsity squad, under Coach Sammon, compiled a record of two wins and two losses. Both of their defeats came at the hands of varsity teams. Like the varsity, speed and spirit won Mania for the JV's. They had several fine players who will be able to step into Varsity positions in the coming years. Kirsimagi Delay , K-.45 Q. 1 4201? . F5 Us 741 FVWU RMU, left 10 fight! Coach Murtagh, Louis Payne, Dallas. Second Rofw: Michael Chelelli, Hugh Bryant, Gunnars Vllmskxs, James Matties, John Dejoy, Glenn Harold Sears, Franklin Shufelt, Tom Canape, Richard N ack, Kenneth Teator. VAR ITY BASKETB LL SCORES Tannersville Cohoes ..... Columbia .. Lansingburgh B. C. H. S. Schuyler .... Saugerties .. Columbia .. Kinderhook . Watervliet .. Tannersville Cohoes ....... . . . Lansingburgh Schuyler . . . Saugerties .. Kinderhook . B.C.H.S. Watervliet . .. ..l00 74 We They 46 47 51 56 63 50 48 71 35 75 46 75 73 71 59 65 60 45 83 95 83 66 49 54 66 86 53 65 78 51 48 55 62 87 The Bluehawks had a hot and cold 1953-1954 season. Although they went without a win in eight Eastern Scho- lastic Conference games, a record of 6 wins and 4 losses was achieved against non-conference competition. Gunnars Vilinskis shattered the Hudson High record for the most points scored by one player in a game when he racked up 49 points against Saugerties. Gunnars went on to break the H. H. S. season scoring record by establishing an all-time high of 364 points, breaking the previous record of 333 set by Charlie Fisher in 1952. The other two big scorers for the Bluehawks were Jim Matties and Lou Payne, who each scored about 250 points and confused their opponents with their lightning-like speed and deadly accuracy. In the backcourt, John Dejoy and Glenn Dallas did magnificent jobs in continually out-rebounding the taller capital district teams. glaelawio 7, ,gaudy 763 Junior Varsity asketball ii Front Rofw, left to right: D. Olm, R. Holmes, C. Risch, Second Rofw G McNeal H Bryan R Wasserman H R. Seymour, A. Birznieks, A. Bucci, R. Koskey, S. Novak. Warchol R Isaacson E Bailey I Harris Coach Mur tagh. Like the Varsity, the JV's were hampered by lack of height and experience. However, they managed to beat some of the capital district's top Junior Varsity teams. Included in their record were triumphs over Cohoes, Schuy- ler, and Lansingburgh. The top scorers on the JV's were Tony Bucci, Lefty Risch, and Roger Seymour. These boys, along with Frank Shufelr and Andy Birznieks, should be a great help to the varsity in the years to come. Coach Murtagh, who did double-duty as both varsity and JV coach, expects some top-flight basketball from these boys in the future. We They e They S CURES Tannersville Watervliet , Cohofs ---- Tannersville Columbia - - Cohoes . . . . Lansingburgh Lansingburgh B- C- H- S- - Schuyler SClll1ylCI' .... . . . Saugerties , , Saugerties . Kinderhook . Columbia ..... . .. B. C, H, S, Kinderhook . Watervliet , N0 wr iii ' v A R S 1 T Y Lrf! to Right: Betty Jean Holmes, Barbara McCulloch. Marsha Goldstein, Mona Moquin, Ellen Conine, Beverly Jones, Jane Pender- gast. C eerleaders Throughout the last year the morale of our teams and the school as a whole has been pepped up by our Varsity and .l.V. Cheerleaders. These bouncy girls have worked hard under the leadership of their invaluable manager Mona Moquin, so that they have been able to delight the student body as well as our visitors with the laudable results of their efforts. The acrobatic ability of the Varsity has been displayed in such stunts as cartwheels and splits. We should not forget the splendid work done by the team of the future stars, our J.V., for they have done a remarkable job of cheering up our junior varsity athletes. The formation of a freshmen cheerleading squad was started this year, and it is hoped that it will become tradition, thus providing good train- ing for our future V. and Varsity Cheerleaders. l77fl JAYVEE Lrft io Right: P. Polidor, G. Clark, B, Canape J. Levine, C. Petroski, H. Sikoskie, P. Peters, -I Nicholson, S. McGee, A. Tiernan. . N , ......W.. .-...5,.,,,.,,,, A Inh- 9' o-f-v W... .... 5 ' Wm. as . .- . V.-.... ....c........,........ , ........ ....., ' ................. ' A '5 , V ,r2,.3,..,k..l,i iw R K 781 aseball -Q,,,,,,,,, ,., Front Rofw, left to right: J. Grandinetti, B. Hallenbeck, R. Grieger, J. Hermance, D. Teator, T, Gorman, J. Kit- sock, J. Dudak, J. Van Buren. Second Ro-w: Coach At- kins, D. Hudson, F. Werner, C. Smith, R. Cooley, G. Because of a lack of defensive power, the base- ball team ran into some tough going during the sea- son and finished with a record of six wins and eight losses. One of the brightest spots during the year was Jimmy Matties' one-hit shutout over Water- vliet. Coach Atkins had some fine pitching turned in by Dick Grieger, John Hermance, Lou Payne, and Jim Matties. This, combined with the fine catching of John Unson and John Grandinetti, and the hitting of Tom Gorman, Jim Kitsoclc, Dave Teator, and Billy Hallenbeck, helped Hud- son High over many rough spots during the season. Dallas, J. Unson, L. Payne, L. Hermance. Third Row: J. Ressler, A. Bucci, J. Delamater, W. Scott, R. Holmes, R. Hallenbeck, R. Kosnick, L. Gregory, M. Chelelli, V. Palen. SCORES We They Chatham .... . . 6 1 Tannersville . . . . 4 1 B. C. H. S. ...... 2 7 Coxsackie-Athens . . . . . 4 5 B. C. H. S. ...... 0 4 Coxsackie-Athens . . . . 7 9 Watervliet ....... . 1 O Lansingburgh . . . . . . 10 l Chatham ..... . . 12 7 Lansingburgh . . . . 2 5 Watervliet .... . 9 7 Cohoes .... . 0 3 Cohoes .... . 5 6 Saugerties . . . . 5 7 7 Track 355557 Hg. Front Row, left to right: Robert Mathews, Joel Eisenberg, Paul Hoffman. Second Row: Stephen Novak, Harold Sears, Lenny Wise, Raymond Husak, Clayton Van Ness, Joel Flaum. Third Row: Coach Salerno, jack Blake, Barry Mynter, Raymond Keyser, Nicholas Tipple, Richard Smith, Peter Curcio. Coming up with a three win and four loss record last year, the Blue and Gold track squad had a fine season. Strong points for the team were the hurdles, half-mile, sprints, and pole vault. They scored 6V3 points in the sectionals at Johnstown and finished fourth in the Eastern Scholastic Con- ference with l9 points. We Valatie . . . . . . 59W Scotia . ..... .. . 39 Tannersville . . . . 69W Columbia . . . . . . 3316 l A fast team of Blake, VanNess, Hoffman, and Mathews won the E.S.C. relay trophy. Barry Mynter set a new half-mile record, and Lenny Wise pole-vaulted to a first place tie in the sec- tionals. Harold Sears showed form and promise in the shot-put and discus department. SCORES They We 37116 Saugerties . . . . . 68 61 Watervliet .... . 3556 Lansingburgh . . . . 47 68Vs B.C.H.S. .. 41 They 38 295 32M 62 U9 soj Front Rofw, left to right: R. Woodward, S. Millman, T. Stickles, C. Heermance, D. Stickles. Serond Rofw: Coach Atkins, T. Remy, J. Weeks, M. Finn, D. Erickson, J. VanZandt, H. Carter, D. Spencer, L. Farreoult, R. Banks. Bo si Bowlin The Bowling Squad started out strong, but they hit some bad luck as the season wore on. This year our team is a member of the Eastern Scho- lastic Conference and they rolled to victory in their first three conference matches. The high single of the year was rolled by Dick Woodward as he ran up a 208 score against Cohoes. Bowling at Hudson High started in a small way two years ago. That year they placed 19 out of 38 teams in the Section 2 Bowling Congress. Last year they finished 13 out of 38 teams. This year Coach Atkins had 26 boys report for tryouts. The squad now numbers eighteen. It is hoped that this fine sport may continue for many years at Hudson High. Draper . . . Scotia .. Draper ..... Cohoes ..... Mechanicville Scotia ...... Cohoes ...... Mechanicville SCORES e They 1 0 0 2 2 3 2 2 CHrlsl'fennis Front Row, left to right: D. Briwa, A. Holmes, M. Freeman. Sefond Rofw: M. Mink, B. jones, D. Moquin, Miss Bell. SCORES Varsity We They Nott Terrace . . 3 1 Mt. Pleasant . . . . . 4 0 Emma Willard . . . . . 4 3 Columbia ...... . . 4 l Junior Varsity We They Delmar ....... . . 1 6 Germantown . . . . . . 5 0 Columbia .... . . 5 3 SCORES We They Scotia ........ . . . 4 3 Mt. Pleasant . . . . . . 3 4 Nott Terrace ..... . . . 3 4 Albany Academy ...... 3 4 Scotia .......... . . 5 1 Mt. Pleasant .. . . . 3 4 Front Rofw, left to right: R. Blything, S. Poritzky. Serond Row: R. Seymour, R. Smith, J. Hatheway, Mr. Huddle- ston, F. Harder, A. Birznieks, D. Powell. The girls' tennis team has proved itself to be a real credit to Hudson High. The Varsity girls had an unde- feated season with four wins and no losses, and the J.V's suffered only one loss in three games. B0ys fennis The boys' tennis team came up with two wins against four defeats. However, at Schenectady, Sandy Poritzky, who won the Schoolmasters Trophy last fall, and Bob Bly- thing captured the doubles championship against top notch competition. Front Rofw, left to right: J. Hotaling, J. Scott, M. Graham S. Conine, Jean Magsamen, C. Woodward, R. House, Ri Orbon, A. Scott, N. Firenze, S. Epstein, J. Matties Serond Rofw: L. Salvadore, C. Mink, M. Rooney, B Kreig, jane Magsamen, N. Wolff, R, Finn, R. Hicks, R Banks, V. Twombly, D. C. Moquin, S. Hamm, M. Utech, P. Nelson, A. Kuhner, Miss Bell. Girls, Basketball This is the first time in the history of Hudson High that the girls have had an organized bowling team. This fact was due mainly to the time spent by Mrs. Huddleston in coaching the girls. Even with the lack of experience, the girls were able to hold their own in two games with Albany High 591 to 678, 5-ll to 519. Joan Taylor paced the team with an average of 138. I S The girls' squad participated in three games and a playday, winding up with a record of l win and 2 losses. A victory was recorded over Ockawa- mick. The capability of the team was due to a new high participation record, plus speed and height. Girlsl Bowlin Front Row. Inf! to right? M. Mink, M. Graham. M. Rooney, S. Conine, J. Scott, J. Taylor, R. Orbon, C. Woodward, A. Weaver, A. Scott. Semnd Rofw: Mrs. Huddleston, J. Hotaling. J. Shaw, C. Mink, J. McCannon, M. Nero, P. Zayac, R. Goodman, E. Downing, B. Kreig, J. Matties. I I ' 1-W... ' ' H -. . --1-. ea., , , .His f rv'-pjr-x.:---H i -g1-w-q----g-- ., Mrs. Ruth C. Whitcomb After 25 years of devoted teaching at Hud- son High School, Mrs. Ruth Calkins Whitcomb left Hudson last November to move to Fulton, New York, where she and her husband now live. Mrs. Whitcomb had become well-known for her high degree of success in teaching biology and for her active membership in community activities. Her many friends among the students and faculty of H.H.S. wish to express their regret at seeing Mrs. Whitcomb leave Hudson and extend their best wishes in her new life. 4 I Mr. Mark Guthridge Mr. Mark Guthridge, of Schodack Landing, came to Hudson High in November to teach bi- ology with experience in his Held. Mr. Guthridge was not a stranger to students, since he had pre- viously acted as substitute biology teacher. The students of Hudson High wish the best of luck to Mr. Guthridge in his new duties. THE EDITORS OF THE 1954 BLUE AND GOLD WISH TO EX- PRESS THEIR MOST SINCERE THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING PERSONS WHO HAVE BEEN SUCH AN INVALUABLE AID IN THE COMPILING OF THIS YEARBOOK. Mr. Loyal D. McNeal, Principal Mrs. Marion V. Rainey, Chief Advisor Mr. Paul Westfall, Business Advisor Mrs. Albertine A. Aird, Art Advisor Mr. Robert Kelley, Photography Advisor Mr. Wendover Neefus, Photographer Mr. William L. Van Nuis, Progress Publishing Associates, Inc. Peter Engel and William Kilmer, Class Votes Artists gas 841 I Ill I I I I I INIHIHIKIIlllllllllllllllll I ll llllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll I I I I I I I I I I I I I Ill I I I I I I I I We've enjoyed doing your senior portraits, your graduation pictures, those of your faculty and groups. We hope in the future we will also be considered your photographers when it comes to weddings, children, or other landmarks in your life. Congratulations to each of you - - - JINNY 8: WENDY NEEFUS Photographers H. K. NIEBERGALL Groceries and Meats Fresh Fruits and Vegetables 554 State St. Phone 8-3377 PARK GRILL Ga RESTAURANT Dining Room and Counter Service Wedding and Birthday Cakes 709 Warren St. Hudson, N. Y. Compliments of B A K E R ' S The Store for Discriminating Women 519 Warren St. Hudson, N. Y. BEN FUNK Essentials of a Good Community Good Churches Good Schools A Good Hospital AND A Good Savings Bank THE HUDSON SAVINGS INSTITUTION 560 Warren St. Hudson Columbia County's Only Savings Bank Member Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. Headquarters for MacGregor - Goldsmith Sporting Goods and Equipment For Every Sport Lee Rider and Genuine Levis Western Blue Jeans For4Entire Family . . PRESSMAN'S I Y. ' t l S l X: S me ARMY at DEPT. s'roRE u 530 Warren St. Hudson Hudson, N. Y. Tel. CL 4492 Dial 8-3918 C. EDW. PULVER WINDOW, PLATE, AND AUTO GLASS 720 COLUMBIA STREET Telephone 8-0419 IIIIIIIIIIIIlllllllllllllllllllllllllllIHIHIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIKIIIIIIIIIllllIIIIIlIIIIll I I I I I I IiI l'IiI1'I Ii'I'1IlI1ill!Iill!!l!lIIIIIIIlIIllIIlllilll I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I'IiiIMI I I I I I I GOHL'S SUPERMARKET Groceries -- Vegetables - Fruit Ice Cream and Soda Tel. 8-1506 Columbia County's Largest Corner Columbia and Union Turnpike Dial 8-1558 Department Storel-Iudsonl N. Y- KRITZMAN-MASKIN C0. MARTIN H. PROPST Locksmith - Hardware Cothieis Hatters uinis ers And Sporting Goods 1 ' '. , F ' ' h 511 Vvarren Street Dial 8-0538 HUDSON' N, Y, 711 WARREN STREET BATES AND ANDERSON LUCKY YOU X . - FUNERAL snfzvlcls, INC. 'F You Go , BACK T0 SCHUOI. Dial 8-3371 WWH A 00 0 0 0 o -, HUDSQN- N- Y- Ponmsis Tvrswmrsa Compliments of IDEAL CLEANERS AND DYERS Dial 8-0716 534 YVa1'1'el'1 St. Cong,-Mignon. WILLIAM H. ZIESENITZ soNs To The class of 1954 532 Warren Street C. E. HALLENBECK .Q sox Phfmv 3-1916 Hudson- N- Y. GARDNERZS ICE CREAM SERVED IN THE SCHOOL CAFETERIA Columbia County,s Standard of Quality For thc Past 81 Years STOTTVILLE. N. Y. IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIlllllllllllllllllllllIIIIIIIIIYIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII l8l 861 -IIIEHIIIIIY GREENE COUNTY MOTOR co. R I C H M A N ' S Ladies', Teens', Boys', and Children's Apparel Phone 8-3412 537 Warren HUDSON, N. Y. S FAIRVIEXV CLEANERS 8: DYERS .39 Fairview Ave. Hudson. N. Y. Call and Delivery Service 9W Highway Catskill. N. Y. QUALITY DRY CLEANERS Phone 8-3815 Pl - 1F82 - 8-0310 mm 7 Phom Fairview Ave. Hudson. N Y Sporting Goods W Fishing Tackle Guns and Ammunition BEST XVISHES Athletic Supplies - Sport Clothing' WM. R. BENEDICT, INC. TO THE SENIOR CLASS 430 WVarren St. Hudson. N, Y. Congratulations And Future Success to the Class of 1954 , , , , 5148 XX zirrcn St. Hudson. K. H HUDSON RECREATION George Clowe. Prop. Compliments of RICHARDS AND DONOHUE, INC. SCHOOL PHOTOGRAPHERS Webster, New York IlllllilllllIllllIIIIIllIIllIlllllllllllillllllllllllIllllllllllIllllllllllllllll L. G. BALF OUR COMPANY Attleboro Massachusetts Known lVherever There Are Schools and Colleges CLASS RINGS AND PINS CONINIENCEMIZNT INYITATIONS - DIPLOMAS - PERSONAL CARDS CLUB INSIGNIA - MIQDALS AND TROPHIIQS Represented by: A. M. HODGKINS Box 9 Schenectady, N. Y. 1 8 881 FOR CONVENIENCE PLUS g GO BY BUS HENDRICK HUDSON BUS LINE 6-6868 - Phones 3 8-6889 HUDSON. NEW YORK Congratulations to thc Class of 1954 ST. CHARLES HOTEL XN'z1ltcr B. Gillen Klanagcr Compliments of THE TREMCO MANUFACTURING CO. Cleveland, Ohio Representative-Mr. Michael Hartman 101 Garden St. Phone 2103 Poughkeepsie, N. Y. MILDRED ELLEY SECRETARIAL SCHOOL FOR GIRLS 227-229 Quail St. Albany 3. N. Y. Send For Catalog SPEER BUILDING SUPPLIES, INC. 100 South Front Street Tel. 8-6919 Hudson. N. Y IT'S THE TOY5'N FAIR 529 VVa1'1'en St. Hudson. N- Y- HUDSON COCA-COLA BOTTLING CO. HUDSON. N. Y. Phono 8-6710 Chris DiCintio Manager RAYMOND KEYSER 6 SONS WELL DRILLERS MYERS PUMPS TEST BORINGS P. O. BOX 11 ROUTE 66 HUDSON. N. Y. lllllllllllllllllllllllllrlllllllIlll Compliments of GENERAL WORTH HOTEL Il'lIIll-lllllllllllllll'lllllnlllilllIll'lllllIlllll EDVVARD P. HARDY CO. MAINTENANCE SUPPLIES 12 South Fifth St. Hudson, N. Y Phone 8-5013 MARGE'S BEAUTY SHOP Specializing in Hair Shaping 72112 Columbia St. Hudson Phone 8-5311 BAUMANN'S AUTO SALES CHRYSLER and PLYMOUTH Compliments of NEW' COLUMBIA DINER v 8-5'-385 Tel. 8-9083 Hudson, N. X 98 Green St. Hudson. N. Y. Compliments of STEVE'S MUSIC SHOP 230 WARREN STREET LEAVITT K SMITH I-I. S. Greene. Proprietoi' PHARMACISTS 545 NVax'1'en St. Hudson, N. Y. SJ No. JOSEPH MURELL COAL AND FUEL OIL Est. 1868 Tth St. 8-3223 EVERYBODY READSTHE REGISTER-STAR I I lllllll um I I I lllllll llllllllll I lIl'lllll,ll'l:lI1l'll,l l'l I Ii-I I I I I I I,.I mr I lllilwlilll I.I-I-I I I III, I III l'l4lEl41l.'l I I IMI I... 1 l 89 901 IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII DEVOE PAINT COMPLIMENTS GF EVERYTHING IN HARDWARE VAN'S sPo'ru-:ss DAIRY SINCE 1832 18 GLENWOOD BLVD. R 0 G E R 5 0 N f 5 IYARDLE BROS. DRUG STORE Compliments 0? E. Clifford Hallenbeck - Geo. Woolsey, Props. 1 - 3 Warren St. Hudson, N. Y. E D F0 L Z Dial 8-1561 BERN'S FURNITURE STORE GOLDERM-4N'S Ladies' Wearing Apparel Complete Home Furnishings , . and Accessories d 1' An APP lances 624 lVarren St. Hudson. N. Y. LESTER PONTIAC, INC. W H U C 752 Warren Street . Pl -8-Ofli O - 8 - 9 D 'l 1230 on Your Dial mm 3 pm al Y SERVICE IS OUR BUSINESS CLAVERACK DINER Real Home Baking and Cooking Route 23 Claverack. N. Y. Coffee at Its Best Hours of Serving are 6:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Closed All Day Monday Compliments of HART'S EXPRESS 242 Allen St. Hudson, N. Y. CLAVERACK SERVICE STATION R. Cole 8: H. Hildebrandt GEORGE HILDEBRANDT General Trucking . Texaco Products Modern Lubrication P' d d F ht H l' lo uce an lelg au mg Tires - Goodrich - Batteries R. F. D. No. 2 Hudson, N. Y. CL 6811 Phone CL 3264 U-ARE A STRANGER HERE BUT ONCE I I I IHIHIHIHIYIllllll!IllllillllllIIIIUIHIllIllIHIIIIKIIHIIIIIIIHIHI I I llll Il I I I I Illllllwlllll llilillillllllillilllli I-llulllIllIY4lHlHlNlHI!llIllHlrlllill-lxlllllldlllllllll Compliments of ROBERT B. SCOVILL 513 Warren Street HUDSON, N. Y. MACY'S HARDVVARE 612 'Warren Street Telephone 8-6544 Abe Ba CHEVROLET Sales and Services XVILSON CHEVROLET, INC. 322 Warren St. Hudson, N. Y. Compliments of WARP-KNIT, INC. 515 Columbia St. Phone 8-3615 YOUR GENERAL ELECTRIC DEALER IS DELAMATER'S HICKEY BROS. CLAVERACK, NEW YORK Phone CL-6331 F. T. D. Member A. M. 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FRASSA Plumbing and Heating Contraeto r Oil Burners, Gas Burners Conversion Jobs Water Pumps Water Heaters 11111 IlIIl1l11l1IIII1l11llll 921 I I I I I Illll I I I'I'I,4IilI IlliliI'lll'I I I I I I I,1.I I I'I'I'I'IlINIIHIHINNINIIWIWIIHIJllllullI'll llllll I I I Iililll liI'lIuIwIlI'lIiI I I I I I Compliments Phone 8-1575 John J. Malasky Pies of JOHN MALASKY, INC. DeSOTO - PLYMOUTH THE RED MILL Sales and Service Clavefack- New York 20 Green Street Hudson. N X THE DOLFA SHOP Curtain, Linen and Drapery Shop Of Hudson Valley 531 Warren Street Trousseau Linen Gifts For Happy Holidays Consult COLUMBIA TRAVEL BUREAU BRISTOL BROS. Coal - Fuel Oil Telephone CL 6341 Infants' and Children's XYea1 Juvenile Furniture 715 Warren Street Phone 8-1549 KIDDIELAND Representing all Steamship, Airlines 537 vwawen Street Phone 8 01-pg Buses and Railroads Hudson. N. Y. Why go. alone .......... . Why drive in bad weather? can Compliments STAR CAB of 84515 ORCHARD DRESS SHOP Day Sz Nite Two Way Special y 24 Hours Radio Service Trip Rates Dolothy and Helen Bnwa COMPLIMENTS OF THE V :S O PRESS COMPANY DIVISION OF EMHART MANUFACTURING COMPANY IIIIIIllIllIIIlllllllllllllIllllllllllllllllIlllllllllllllIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII IvIr-In'-I-'I I I IiI1'IiIlI:I1I I.I l'l'.llil!'l li-I I I I I lvl I I Ill I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I IiIi+IiiIiiIiiIwill-IwI':I:1I+,I'I I I I I I I I I ll CLAYERACK COOP. GLF SERVICE Farmer Owned Farmer Controlled Telephone CL 4391 Goodyear Tires Hotpoint Appliances SMITH'S TIRE SHOP Hudson 8-3351 Compliments of CANAPE Kaiser - Fraser Sales and Service 111 Fairview Avenue Tel. 8-6812 NIVER'S RADIO SHACK TELEVISION 801 Columbia Street Hudson. N. Y. Phone 8-0616 HAWVER 8: EWASICK Sheet Metal Contractors Since 1887 Metal Roofing and Warm Air Heating Air Conditioning Ventilating 549 Prison Alley Shop 8-5249 Tel. Hudson. N. Y. CL 4301 Compliments of STANTON'S PHARMACY 307 Warren St. Hudson, New York VVILLYS SALES AND SERVICE HAVVVER 85 PERLEE 530 Columbia St. Hudson, N. Y. Telephone 8-5322 IlllllIIIIIIllllll'lllllllllllllllll1lIlll Compliments of ALGER'S JEVVELRY 9 Parltwood Boulevard Dial 8-7219 HUDSON, N. Y. McKINSTRY'S Best Wishes to the Class of 1954 LOUIS'S SILK SHOP LAMBERT'S DAIRY Greenport, New York Phone 8-1493 COMPLIMENTS OF WILLARD S. MEYERS BLUE COAL DEALER 728 Union St. Hudson, N. Y. Telephone 8-0216 Congratulations To The Class of 1954 KINGMAN HARDWARE CO. HUDSON, N. Y. lhllll llllllllllllllllllll IIllIIllllllllllllbltlllllllll IIllIllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll Best Wishes to The Class of 1954 MEPHISTO TOOL CO., INC. HUDSON, NEW YORK f- 1 This is the Buick for those with a boundless zest for automotive adventure. This is the spirit-lifting Sky1arkfBuick's luxury sports carf- with flight- designed lines, with road-snugging' compactness, with the Corsair-sweep of a finned rear deck s and with pulse-pounding performance second to no Buick ever built. HUDSON BUICK CO.. INC. 743 COLUMBIA ST. PHONE 8-0415 HUDSON. N. Y. Your Buick Dczxlcr For Over 20 Years llllllllllllllllllllllllllllllIIIIIllllllllllll l lllll'lIIllllllllllllllllllllllll 'lllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllillllll Finer Printing - - - Plus LAYOUT SERVICE PERSONAL ATTENTION EDITORIAL AND BUSINESS AIDS CONTROLLED PRODUCTION PLANNED BUDGET CLOSE COOPERATION WITH ADVISER AND STAI-'I-' POSITIVE DELIVERY DATE : the best in yearbooks iw' 1 4 , E VEN COLVIN E - LEPHONE 2-4401 - ALBA 5, NEW YORK DESIGNERS AND PUBLISHERS OF SCHOOL I. COLLEGE A N N U A L S i.ili- lllllllllllllllll llllllllllllllllllll l9I sei To succeed is to make a living at work that interests you. The work that interests you may not make you rich. What of that? The wise man learns to live. The shrewd man learns to make money. But the man who has learned to live is happy. Because his work interests him. it is not work at all. -Charles A. Steinmetz GIFFORD-WOOD COMPANY STILWELL MOTORS, INC. WINTEWS FIRESTONE Your Friendly Ford Dealer Dealer Store FORD CARS - TRUCKS - TRACTORS HOIVIE AND AUTO SUPPLIES 60 Fairview Ave. HLldSOU, N. Y. 705 vvam-en Street Phone 3-3373 Hudson, N. Y. Phone 8-6615 THE BUSINESS STAFF OF THE BLUE AND GOLD AND THE ENTIRE SENIOR CLASS WISH TO EXTEND THEIR MOST SINCERE APPRECIATION TO THE MANY MERCHANTS AND MANUFACTURERS WHOSE ADVERTISEMENTS APPEAR IN THIS BOOK. WITHOUT THEIR SUPPORT, THE PUBLICATION OF THIS YEARBOOK WOULD HAVE BEEN A NEAR IMPOSSIBILITY. WE THANK THEM FOR HELP- ING TO GIVE US, THE CLASS OF 1954, A BLUE AND GOLD THAT WE CAN LOOK BACK ON WITH PRIDE IN THE YEARS TO COME. 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