Ipswich High School - Tiger Yearbook (Ipswich, MA)

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GIFTS TO BOVS By MARY MILLER The other day it came to my mind That soon I’d be leaving my classmates behind, So I stopped in the dime store and bought some toys As parting gifts to our senior boys. Bollesy is undecided just what he will do, Bjt whatever he plans for his whole life through A doctor, a lawyer, or a journalist with the press This ladder should help him climb to success. John Burns towards women is not very nice So I’ll give him these matches to thaw out the ice; And perhaps on some stormy, cold winter night, They can keep him warm or give him a light. This STOP sign for Buddy who drives very fast The slower he goes, the longer he’ll last. If he only stops when he sees this sign, Our lives will be safer, both voui’s and mine. Butch Dort, you want to sail the ocean blue. Here’s a sample of what’s in store for you This little mop you can push all around, And keep the deck spotless as you scrub up and down. Since Jimmy Hill lives far away And has to travel far each day. This little bicycle should suit him well, And help him to arrive before the bell. At parties, Kenney ready enhances With his fancy steps and all his dances. This blue ribbon is his; now I hope we’ll see more Of his rhythmic steps on the ballroom floor. Being a clown in my estimation Is Jere Hovey’s reputation I hope this jokebook will make him so bright, He’ll keep everyone laughing from morning ’til night. To Clark McCarthy, a fan of T. V. I give this miniature Model T So he can date his favorite star, The ever-popular Dagmar. To Henry Morgan, I’ll give a parachute To carry on his airplane route; If he grows tired of flying around, He can jump right out over his own home town. Since Pesky’s acting was such a sensation, Hollywood should be his destination; This one ticket will get him there Let’s hope an “Oscar” will be his share. Robert Poirier is a studious lad. And the quietest the class has had. This little whistle makes a terrific sound, But at least we’ll hear it and know he’s around. Kenny is fond of manual toil We trust his ambition will never spoil; Maybe these tools will fill a desire And steer this ambition higher and higher. To “Birdie” Richardson, this little chair; When the theater’s full, he’ll have a spare; And so in the future we shall always know He has a permanent seat in the very front row. To “Dilly” Ross we owe great esteem For his courageous work on the football team. But if in the future he’s found lying on the field, Don’t worry, he’ll have this useful Blue Shield. When Jerry on some Saturday night Serenades Maureen in the pale moonlight This ukulele of fine selection, Should make her regard him with affection. Since Peter Somers, our class wolf, has a girl in every town. I’ll give him this engagement ring in hopes he’ll settle down; You never can tell what this ring will start; Some lucky girl may win his heart. Stanley Strok travels far and wide, And if some night he’s out of a ride, I’ll give him this little portable tent To take to Beverly where his time is spent. Sumner Tyler, here’s a canoe, An appropriate gift for Elly and you; But when you take her out for a ride, Remember the rules and look out for the tide. In politics David has all of us beat. And in Congress one day he’ll have a seat, They’ll promote him to judge as quick as can be This gavel will help him keep order you see. Now that my gifts are all given away, There’s one more thing I’d like to say “So long to the boys of ’51 And best of luck to everyone.” 25

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GIFTS TO GIRLS SCENE: A small gift shop. CHARACTERS: Charles Bolles and David Wilson. Dave. Charlie, this is the place I was telling you about. It has everything! Charlie. I hope so. We ought to be able to pick up something for the girls here. Let’s hurry in and look around. Dave. Boy, there are certainly some odd objects in here. Take a gander at these six-guns. I bet Margie Belanger could surely use them to shoot it out with the “Grimes Boys.” Charlie. Kay Billings could use this map of the world to locate her many friends around the globe. Dave. Good idea, Charlie. How about this spade for Irene Boudreau, who wants to live and work on a farm. Charlie. Here’s something one of the girls might use. Now, let’s see, who was our class artist, Dave? Dave. Wasn’t it Florence Campbell ? Charlie. That’s right, too. Well, I’m sure this paint can will be welcome. Dave. This shoe leather should serve Ruthie Clancy, who wears out plenty on the dance floor. Charlie. Allegra Cripps already flies and drives. Now she can sail. (Boat.) Dave. Well, what do you know? A spool of Brown thread for Letitia Day to keep things sewed up. Charlie. Look at these paper plates. It’s a cinch Phyllis Gauthier and Grade Cronin would like some that don’t have to be washed! Dave. These roosters are just the thing to wake Janet Gillis and Lois Lindberg up in the morning. Charlie. No doubt Josephine Gillis could use some capital to open her dancing studio next fall. Dave. Our class boyologist, Gwyneth Gunn, can use these dates for those week nights when the men are not around. Charlie. Since Marlene Sheppard and Grace Girard like horses, a horse shoe for each should please them and bring them luck. Dave. Louise Gwinn can p ut this fishing pole to good use and keep Donnie on the hook. Charlie. Since Lillian Hawkes’ car is always hav- ing the fenders repaired, I think this new fender would be appreciated! Dave. Say, this hair dye is just the thing for Harriet Heard to disguise her boy friend’s bright red hair. Charlie. I heard Ann Hull’s Jackie is now helping Uncle Sam out, so this calendar ought to help her keep track of the days until he returns. Dave. I’m sure Helen Hill can put this quill to good use in writing to Jack every day. Charlie. For those lonely Sundays when Steve is on the fairway, Carole Homans could use this golf club to learn the game, too! Dave. Charlie! This ice bag will help Evelyn Karalias to cool off after hot arguments. Charlie. How about these wings for Lucy Kisiel vvho is partial to the Air Force? Dave. This car polish could certainly be used by Ida LeBel to keep that new graduation present in good condition. Charlie. Yvonne, her sister, doesn’t have her car yet, but this bicycle ought to help her for the time being. Dave. For Elaine L’ltalien, a dance instruction book which will help her keep up with Manuel’s latest steps. Charlie. Boy! Anne Lombard could use this truck. Her own car is too small to seat her many friends. Dave. Mary Miller will appreciate this record of “Danny Boy” to console her on those lonely eve- nings. Charlie. Barbara Manthorne and Elaine Riddle need these vitamin pills to build up their health. Dave. Here is a picture of I.H.S. I think Mary O’Brien would like it to remind her of the many hours she spent here working overtime. Charlie. Evlyn Patterson could use this mirror to keep her eye on her large following. Dave. Good idea, Charlie. Say, if Eleanore Sklarz ever ran out of laughter, this joke book will replen- ish her supply. Charlie. Eleanor Powers can use this dog leash to keep Summie in tow. Dave. For our class saint, Amy Purington, this bottle of “Halo” shampoo. Charlie. I hear Charlotte Saunders wants to be a pharmacist. This Latin book should help her decipher the prescriptions. Dave. This megaphone is for Rita Poirier to make herself heard more easily. Charlie. Patricia Steen could use this dumb-bell to assist her in completing her Charles Atlas course. Dave. Maureen Sullivan is an ardent sailor. This yacht will insure smooth sailing for Jerry and her. Charlie. Mary Jo Sullivan, high scorer for the girls’ basketball team, could use this pad and pencil to add up the many points she has scored for I.H.S. Dave. This needle and thread Sarah Wallis can find a use for in her favorite pastime — sewing. Charlie. Here’s a report card with a red “F” on it to give Jeanne Todd a new experience. Dave. Well, we seem to have bought out the place! Charlie. Yes, let’s hurry and get out of here before they raise the prices. 24

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class Will CLASS WILL Be it remembered that we, the graduating class of 1951 of Ipswich High School in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts being of sound mind and memory, but knowing the uncertainty of this life, do make this our last will and testament, hereby revoking all wills and testaments by us at anytime heretofore made. After the payment of our just debts and funeral charges, we bequeath and devise as follows: TO THE FACULTY: Item: Our most sincere appreciation and thanks for the help and interest which they have bestowed on us during our four years of high school. Item: Students who will have more interest in studies and less interest in outside affairs. Item: A much longer honor roll. T.0 THE EIGHTH GRADE: Item: The sense of really belonging to high school. Item: Hopes that your four years of high school will be as enjoyable as ours have been. TO THE FRESHMEN: Item: The privilege of living upstairs with the upper classmen. Item: The trials and tribulations of selecting class rings. Item: One last year to be children; juniors and seniors are supposed to grow up. TO THE SOPHOMORES: Item: Our best wishes for a successful and en- joyable Junior Prom. Item: The thrill of receiving class rings. TO THE JUNIORS: Item: A very successful Senior Play. Item: The honor of marching into chapel and occupying the front seats. Item: The fun and hard work of publishing the “Tiger.” Item: Graduation, with all its attendant joys and sorrows. To Charles Abbott, the leading part in next year’s operetta. To -Sandra Abbott, a red oil truck with her favor- ite driver... To Theron Ames, a reserved seat in Mr. Orcutt’s car. To Eleanor Bernard, an assembly program in which to show off her ability as a tap dancer. To Mary Bobola, a memorandum for her many dates. To George Bouchard, an all “A” report card. To Elsie Boudreau, her sister’s willingness and ability to work. To Laurence Brockelbank, a school day consist- ing entirely of printing. To Joan Brouillette, success on next year’s var- sity basketball team. To Fred Casali, more opportunities to prove his ability in football. To Mary Chadbourne, a very successful week at Girls’ State. To Roland Chapman, “Kennie” Richards’ position on the baseball team. To Loretta Chmura, a one-way ticket to New Hampshire. To Jacquelyn Clancy, her sister’s ability to dance. To David Clements, opportunities to display his talent as a violinist. To Elizabeth Higgins and Lorraine Clements, partnerships in a baby-sitting agency. To Robert Clines, a cart to carry all the candy bars he buys at noontime. To Gordon Como, extra vacations during the hunting season. To Edith Cunningham, a car of her own so that she may take Nina riding for a change. To Nina Davis, the winning horse at the Ken- tucky Derby. To Elaine Eliopoulos, title of “best girl athlete.” To David Ellsworth, Pete’s ability and success in sports. To Janet Erickson, candidacy for the title of “prettiest girl.” To Muriel Flewelling, title of “best dressed girl.” To Richard Gauthier, his sister’s cheerful disposi- tion. To Harriet Georgakopoulos, quick transportation into town. To Natalie Glines, a permanent place on next year’s honor roll. To Natt Graffum, success on next year’s football team. To Margaret Graves, Ann Hull’s sophistication and dignity. To Marilyn Gunn and Donald Burke, the title of class lovers. To Robert Harrington, a vacation during the fish- ing season. To Whitney Howard, a seeing-eye dog to help him find the high school. To Dorothy Jewett, Rita Poirier’s duties in cafe- teria. To Donald Kelley, Jere Hovey’s ability to tell a joke when English class begins to get dull. To Norah Kelley, a loud speaker. To Janice Levere, free taxi rides for herself and her friends. To Jane Low, the title of “best girl dancer.” To Fred Manzer, a shorter school year. To Anna Marini, a home nearer town. 26