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

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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.

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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

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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