Ipswich High School - Tiger Yearbook (Ipswich, MA)

Text from Pages 1 - 72 of the 1953 volume:

0 - ? THE TIGER IPSWICH HIGH SCHOOL 1953 DEDICATION RALPH C. WHIPPLE None of the thousands of students who hove passed under Mr. Whipple ' s guidance at Ipswich High School during the post thirty-four years will ever forget him. He has devoted his life to this school and has become on integral and seemingly indispensable part of our high school educational system. His untiring efforts to bring about and supervise the construction of our present school building have made it a monument to his loyalty and efficiency. He knew no working hours. He worked whenever there was anything he could do to aid any of his students. These tasks often demanded his evenings, week-ends, holidays, and vacations. Moreover, his words of friendly encour- agement have been o boon to countless young people facing the problem of planning their future. His encouraging advice to us all was, There is nothing you can ' t do if you are willing to work hard enough. The students and teachers of Ipswich High School will miss Mr. Whipple ' s quick step and hearty laugh- ter, his talks in Chapel, and his unexcelled efficiency as an administrator. His retirement will leave a great void in our high school. We are only grateful that we have had the opportunity to complete our educa- tion under his guidance. To this great educator and unselfish friend, we, the Class of 1953, wish many happy years of retirement and proudly dedicate our yearbook. SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS Robert Dort, Vice-President; Bruce Quint, Treasurer; Patricia Cogswell, Secretary; Edward Sklarz, President. ■f j .Si li i I X ‘IH |V IPSWICH HIGH SCHOOL FACULTY First Row: Miss Hill, Miss Crowley, Miss Brown, Miss Woolley, Mrs. Lord, Miss Blodgett, Mr. Whipple, Mrs. Nitardy, Miss Machaj, Miss Whitney, Miss Manzer, Miss Cogswell, Miss Allen. Second Row: Mr. Hayes, Mr. Hill, Mr. Dow, Mr. Roundy, Mr. Orcutt, Mr. Mudge, Mr. Chadbourne, Mr. Saba. Kl TIGER STAFF Front Row: Frances Galicki, Rosalie Arcisz, Edward Sklarz, Miss Machaj, Eleanor Blair, Ann Kelleher, Miss Allen, Elizabeth Nelson, John Killam, Dorothy MacKay. Second Row: Shirley LeClair, Grace Matheson, Shirley Horsman, Barbara Gilman, Rosemarie Complese, Patricia Cogswell, Virginia Player, Edith Hall, Beverly Horton, Lillian Higgins. Third Row: James Perley, Stanley Colas, Philip Davis, Donald Crowe, Bruce Quint, Robert Lang, David Mullen. ROSALIE ARCISZ She loves sports for the sport of it. Ro ' s outstanding ability on the basketball court has earned her the captaincy of this year ' s team and the title of best girl athlete. Although most of her time is taken up by sports and social activities, she always finds a few spare hours in which to write long letters to a certain Marine. We wish you the best of luck, Ro , in your career as an airline hostess. Glee Club I, 2; Choir 3, 4; Archery 1, 2; Leadership 2; Softball 1 , 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1 , 2, 3, 4; Letter 4; Cap- tain 4; Assembly Committee; Junior Prom Committee; Honor Award 1, 2; Librarian; Class Celebrity; Reception Committee; Cub and Tiger Staff 4. LUCIEN ARSENAULT He that is of a merry heart hath a continual feast Lucien, the shortest member of the male portion of our class, is also one of our friendliest. He has a smile and a pleasant word for everyone and seems to be in a perpetually happ mood. Much of his time is spent at the Strand Theater where he works as an usher. Lucien ' s personality should give him a big lift on the road to success in whatever field he chooses. Boy ' s Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Operetta 1, 2; Senior Com- mittee. RONALD BALDINELLI I am not only witty myself But the cause that wit is in other men. Baldy , a pleasant genial fellow who keeps his private life pretty much to himself, spends a great deal of his time working in the First National. His wit, which has been displayed on many occasions in his hilarious class- room remarks, has made him a popular friend to all. Ambitious and hard-working, Baldy will surely succeed. Senior Committee. ELEANOR BLAIR In quietness and confidence shall be your strength. Nonny appears to be rather quiet, but beneath this deceiving surface lies a good deal of deviltry and humor, which she displays among her many friends. She is a very conscientious worker with a certain seriousness about everything she does, whether it be school work, managing the girls ' basketball team, or just having fun. Nonny ' s main interest lies in the field of nursing, and we know she will be a success. Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Manager 3, 4; Letter 3, 4; Soft- ball 1, 2, 3; Archery 1, 2; Honor Award 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee club 1, 2; Choir 3, 4; Cub Staff 2, 3, 4; Co-editor of Cub and Tiger 4; Latin Club 2; Junior Prom Committee 3; Class Celebrity; Steering Committee 4; Co-chairman [6j Reception Committee 4. GEORGE BOUZIANIS For even though vanquished he could argue still. George, who returned to us in the middle of our senior year after a half year ' s absence, is our most avid student of current events. His vigorous arguments in history classes added zest to our school day. His interest in this field which has won the respect of all his classmates, should someday carry him far in the field of government. ELEANOR BOYLAN A jolly disposition is no small asset in life. Eleanor, who is known by oil her friends as El , is a pretty and lively young miss. Her fashion column in the Cub has won our school paper many favorable com- ments. Eleanor is quick-witted, and her sincere friendli- ness has won her a lasting place in the hearts of all those who know her. Glee Club 1, 2; Choir 3; Archery 1; Softball I; Junior Prom Committee 3; Cub Staff 4; Cub and Tiger Typist; Senior Committee. RAYMOND BUDZIANOWSKI Let me live in a house by the side of the rood And be a friend to man. Ray, one of our handsomest boys, is universally liked for his pleasant smile and easy-going manner. When he isn ' t working during after-school hours, he can usually be seen taxiing his many friends around in his familiar black car. Ray ' s popularity has been immense in high school, and we all know that his personality will insure his popularity throughout his life. Senior Committee. ROSEMARIE CAMPLESE Tiny, but large enough to hold a large amount of merriment. Rosemarie ' s winning smile, sincerity, and willingness to help others have won her many friends throughout her high school years. Although Baby is a quiet lass who keeps her thoughts pretty much to herself, she is com- monly seen trading secrets with her close friend Marie. Her sweet ways and calm manner are certain to be great assets in her nursing career. Glee Club 2; Latin Club 2; Assembly Committee; Tiger Staff. [ 7 ] CHRISTINE CHIONOPOULOS She is small, hut oh, how dear to us This dark-haired girl keeps her private life much to herself, but what we do know of her we like. Tina ' s name well describes her as she is a petite lass with jet hair and flashing eyes which show a twinkle of mischief whenever the fun begins. Whatever Tina ' s aims are for the future, she can be well assured that our best wishes go with her and that her warm friendliness will be remem- bered by all. Glee Club 2; Junior Prom Committee 3; Senior Committee. AIDAN CHISHOLM From day to day 1 go my way. Aidan, one of our sports minded classmates, spends a great deal of time with his good friend, Eddie . His interest in athletics consumes much of his time. He does however, find enough hours in the day to study and work at the Strand Theater as well. We wish Aidan luck and hope that he attains his ambition to become a sports announcer. Cub Typist 4; Basketball 4; Baseball 1; Senior Com- mittee 4. SUZETTE CHRIMES Each dainty footstep brought her closer to our hearts. Petite and demure describe Suzette, who possesses a friendly disposition and a winning smile. Never hurried or seemingly worried, Suzette, since she joined us in our sophomore year, has become one of our best loved class- mates. Her quiet charm and ladylike sophistication will make her a distinct asset to any business office. Class Day Committee 4; Glee Club 2. 1 8 ] ROLAND CLEMENTS Oh, to throw these books away, And leave to join the fun. Roily never has too much to say in class, but his ability on the football field has won for him the respect of the entire class. | His interests outside of school are clouded somewhat in secrecy. We do know, however, that he plans to enter the Air Force soon after graduation, and we wish him luck in his future career. Football 1, 3, 4. PATRICIA COGSWELL She is fair to see, and sweet. Dainty from her head to her feet. Patsy , our class secretary, is one of those whom we will always remember. Although most of Pat ' s life has been taken up by her future husband. Jack, she has still found time to lead on active social life. Her maturity and sincere desire to help others have been an example for us throughout our four years at Ipswich High. To Pat, our prettiest girl, we wish all the happiness in the world in her coming marriage. Class Secretary 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 1, 2; Choir 3; Cheerleading 1, 2, 3, 4; Letter 4; Cub and Tiger Staff 4; Cub and Tiger Typist 4; Librarian 4; Steering Committee 4; Co-chairman Reception Committee 4; Class Celebrity; Class Day Part. STANLEY COLAS Neat and trimly dressed, fresh as a bridegroom. Stanley, our Best Dressed Boy , is a handsome well- groomed fellow with a winning smile and a friendly manner. His ambition and industrious attitude toward life have won him the admiration and respect of all his classmates. He hopes to become a veterinarian, and if a pleasing personality, willingness to work, and sincerity .are any criteria, he will be a successful one. Latin Club; Tiger Staff; Class Celebrity. DONALD CROWE You live but once, so make the best of life. Donnie , a versatile, fun-loving boy of many interests, finds time to work and lead an active social life as well as to complete his school work. Although his heart belongs to a sophomore lass, Donnie spends much of his time with his good friend, Bobby . Donnie ' s intelligence and friendly personality should certainly lead him down the road of success. Tiger Staff; Picture Committee; Steering Committee. EDWIN DAMON A companion that is cheerful ... is worth gold. Eddy , the most active journalist in the class, writes a very interesting sports column in the local newspaper. Eddy, one of our workingmen, isn ' t seen too often around town. The best wishes of all his classmates go with him in his quest to become a famous sports writer. Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Letter 2; Orchestra 3; Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Football Manager 2; Basketball 4; Cub Typist 4; Sunshine Committee 4. 1 9] Flip , our class clown, is truly one of the most pop- ular boys. His endless jokes, his antics in the corridors, and his friendly manner have made him an unforgettable classmate. His after-school hours are spent either work- ing or buzzing around town with his little black convert- ible loaded with friends. With his sense of humor, Flip will always be a welcome addition to any group. Football 1, 3, 4; Band 1, 2; Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Letter 2, 4; Tiger Staff; Reception Committee; Junior Prom Committee, Class Celebrity. JOHN DEVENISH Full well they laughed with happy glee At all his jokes, for many a joke had he. Jack, whose many jokes have considerably brightened our classes during the past four years, will certainly be an unforgettable classmate. His Shack Army which drilled so conscientiously in the corridors of I. H. S. dur- ing our senior year, his ability on the football field, and his fine performance in the senior play will add many bright spots to our high school memories. Football 1, 2, 4; Letter 1, 2, 4; Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Junior Prom Committee; Senior Budget Committee; Senior Play; Tiger Staff. ROBERT DORT Sturdy and staunch he stands Unafraid to meet the world. Bobby, one of our finest athletes, is a tall dark and handsome fellow whose heart is in Arlington with Nancy. He has been very active in committee work as well as on the gridiron, where he excelled. Bobby who plans to enter the service soon after graduation, has all our best wishes for luck in anything he attempts. Baseball 2, 3, 4; Letter 2, 3, 4; Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Letter 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Class Vice President 2, 3, 4; Junior Prom Committee; Senior Reception Com- mittee; Steering Committee 4; Class Day Part. PHILIP DAVIS And if our school life gets us down We are always cheered by our class clown. 101 RICHARD DOW My! don ' t I fool ' em. If they only knowed the million things I ' m doing all the time. Dick, a very quiet fellow in class, is known to be full of fun when he is enjoying the company of his friends. His ready smile and amiable manner have made him a well-liked friend and classmate. Already a workingman in his after-school hours, Dick will enter the service after graduation. Senior Committee. BEVERLY EWING She that was ever fair and never proud. Bev is a pretty, fun-loving girl who enjoys the com- pany of her many friends. Beverly takes an active part in social functions and leads a busy but pleasant life outside of school. The main ambition in Bev ' s life is to become a social worker. An agreeable personality and a sincere desire to help others will prove to be valuable assets in her vocation. Glee Club 1, 2; Choir 3, 4; Archery 1, 2; Softball 1, 2; Cub and Tiger Typist 4; Senior Committee; Librarian. FRANCES GALICK! Gentle in manner and action. Fran , a tall, slim, and tranquil miss, has been a conscientious worker on many decorating committees through her stay at I. H. S. Through her epistles to her many pen pals, she has spread her sincerity and friend- ship to distant places. Her interest lies in the field of art, and we know that her talent will carry her to the goal she wishes to attain. Glee Club I, 2; Choir 3, 4; Archery 1, 2, 4; Leadership 4; Basketball 4; Junior Prom Committee; Cub and Tiger Staff; Cub and Tiger Typist; Senior- Committees; Candy Room 4. BARBARA GILMAN Her eyes like stars of twilight fair. Like twilight ' s too, her dusky hair. Carefree as the wind, Barb , with her sparkling eyes and sunny disposition, has been the envy of many of her classmates. Always gracious and agreeable, she has truly been a friend to all. Although Barb is a bit un- certain as to her future, we all wish her the best of luck. Glee Club 1, 2; Choir 3; Archery 1; Softball 1; Cub Staff and Tiger Staff 3, 4; Senior Committee; Senior Play; Basketball 1; Cub and Tiger Typist. VIRGINIA GOODHUE The silence of pure innocence Persuades where speaking fails. Although Gini, one of our classmates from Rowley, is usually quiet, her friends know her to be a wonderfully sweet person. Her ability in secretarial work is outstand- ing and will prove quite helpful in the years to come. We are glad to have worked with you for the past four years, Gini, and may you find success and happiness always. Senior Committee 4, Cafeteria 4. [ 11 ] EDITH HALL Quiet, modest, and sweet, A combination you just can ' t beat. Edie is a poised and attractive miss whose many close friends will readily attest to her lively wit and buoyant personality. She has led an active social life while constantly maintaining honor marks. Edith ' s neat- ness and efficiency together with her quiet charm will certainly make her a successful secretary. Glee Club 1, 2; Choir 3, 4; Archery 1, 2; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Letter 4; Softball 1, 2; Latin Club 2; Honor Award 1, 2, 3, 4; Junior Prom Committee; Picture Conv mittee; Tiger Staff; Class Day Part. Ir ANNE HAMMERSLEY I say no more than I should soy. Although Anne is usually very quiet, her sincere and understanding nature has won her many friends. Her work at the Public Library takes up a great deal of her time, but she manages to spare enough time to enjoy many church functions and the Senior Tri-Hi-Y. Her neatness and friendly disposition will contribute toward her succes in the nursing profession. Archery 1, 2; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 1, 2; Choir 3, 4; Softball 1, 2; Honor Award 1, 2, 3, 4; Latin Club 2; Budget Committee 4; French Club, Secretary 4. ARTHUR HIGGINS Here is a man to hold against the world; a man to match the mountains. Higgle, our outstanding football player, was chosen this year as our football captain. His sense of humor and pleasant manner have added to his popularity, and whenever you see a crowd of the boys gathered for some good time or prank, Higgle is sure to be in the middle of the crowd. Our best wishes go with Higgle, a won- derful friend and marvelous athlete, in his career in the Air Force. Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Letter 1, 2, 3, 4; Captain 4; Glee Club 3; Good Government Day Program; Senior Recep- tion Committee. | 12 ] LILLIAN HIGGINS I have a thought within my head I have a dream within my heart. Lil , aur class dreamer, is a tall, demure person, very quiet, but very likeable. When Lillian isn ' t dream- ing, she is working industriously in the secretarial field where she is so gifted. To become a successful secretary is Lillian ' s ambitian, and her success is assured. Best of luck, Lillian. May the future hald nathing but the best for you. Archery 1, 2; Softball 1; Chair 3; Senior Committee; Cub and Tiger Typist 4; ‘Class Celebrity 4. GEORGE HODGKINS He possessed an imp or two What he ' d do no one knew. One of our most avid car enthusiasts, Ellis is also well known for his rollicking wit and incessant jokes, which have kept our high school classes in a continual uproar of laughter. Ellis, whose election to the title of Class Girlologist was undisputed, will long be remem- bered as one of our most personable and popular class- mates. Football 4; Glee Club 3, 4; Senior Committee; Junior Prom Committee; Class Celebrity; Basketball Manager. MARGARET HOMANS Good nature and good sense are her companions. Although Peggy fools many of us with her quiet se- rious appearance, it is known that she is actually mis- chievous and full of fun. Much of her spare time is spent in babysitting and in enjoying the company of her many friends. Peggy ' s serene disposition and sincere desire to help others will not only make her a well remembered classmate but will insure her future success as well. Archery 1, 2; Basketball 1; Choir 4; Cap and Gown Committee 4. SHIRLEY HORSMAN I was born for laughter and merry comrades make me glow. This spark plug has been a great asset to the girls ' ' basketball team as well as to the class. Her, eager desire to move forward has made her an active member of many groups. Shirl ' s vitality goes hand in hand with the sincere friendliness and good humor, which have won her a great number of friends. Nursing is the goal which Shirley has set for herself and her success can be assured. Archery 1, 2; Softball 1, 2; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Letter 4; Latin Club 2; Glee Club 1 , 2; Choir 3; Cub Staff 4; Tiger Staff; Junior Prom Committee 3; Senior Committee 4; Librarign 4. BEVERLY HORTON She is lighthearted and gay A general favorite so they say. Bev , the newest addition to our class, has already become one of our favorites. Her liveliness and sense of humor are indeed an asset to any group. Bev , whose sportsmanship an d versatility are well displayed on the basketball court, is a tall, well-groomed miss. Her greatest pastime is writing long letters to a Hamilton lad, now in the Navy. The best wishes of the class go with you, Bev , for success in the future. Basketball 4; Letter 4; Cub Typist 4; Reception Com- mittee 4; Choir 4; Tiger Staff 4. ANN KELLEHER None but herself can be her parallel. Small in stature but .arge in personality, Ann will long be remembered as one of the most active members of the class. Versatility is this girl ' s trademark and because of it, she has become one of our best-loved classmates. Her contagious smile and pleasing disposition, as well as her remarkable scholastic ability, assure her success in the future. Glee Club 2; Choir 3; Softball 1, 2; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Letter 4; Archery 1, 2; Cheerleading 1, 2, 3, 4; Co-head cheerleader 4; Letter 4; Latin Club 2; Girls ' State 3; Honor Award 1, 2, 3, 4; Cub Staff 1, 4; Co-editor of Cub and Tiger 4; French Club, President 4; Class Celeb- rity; Steering Committee 4; Assembly Committee; Gradua- tion Essay; Senior Play. 141 JOHN KILLAM He is not in the role of common men. Mousie , who served as our class president for three years and was voted our class politician, is without a doubt one of our best-known and most popular class- mates. His untiring efforts in school activities both social and athletic earned for him the title of the One Who Has Done Most for the School , an honor he richly deserved. Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Letter 4; Basketball Manager 1, 2, 3, 4; Letter 2, 4; Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Letter 4; Class President 1, 2, 3; Steering Committee; Latin Club 2; Honor Award 1, 2; Class Celebrity; Band 1, 2, 3; Boys’ Glee Club 3. SPENCER KNOWLES You know I say just what I think and nothing more or less. Spencer, a one man Chamber of Commerce for his home town of Rowley, is a quiet, unobtrusive, and serious young man who is endowed with a pleasant disposition which makes him a much sought after companion. Al- though little is known about his outside activities, his warm smile and pleasant personality have made him a distinct addition to our class and will aid him in makihg Knowles ' Garage in Rowley a continued success. Senior Committee. RICHARD LANE Little Master Mischievous, that ' s the name for you. Dick, our amiable little red-head, has been a constant source of joking good-humor throughout our high school years. His main interest seems to lie in the field of farming, where we wish him the best of luck. Dick ' s thumping cowboy boots and impish jokes will long be remembered by those of us who have had the pleasure of knowing him. Senior Committee. ROBERT LANG A fellow of infinite jest . Bobbie, one of our class comics, has sent us into gales of laughter many times with his quick wit. His endless arguments with his inseparable friend, Donnie, have brightened many classes for us. We ' re not quite sure about Bobbie ' s plans for the future, but whatever they may be, he has our best wishes- for unlimited happiness and prasperity. Vice President 1; Cub Staff 1; Tiger Staff 4; .Junior Prom Committee 3; Senior Reception Committee 4. SHIRLEY LeCLAIR She is the gayest of all gay girls. Shirl is the type of person who has a smile and a friendly greeting far everyane. Being a tall, comely miss with a pleasing personality, she .s very popular with the boys, as well as the girls. Shirley takes an active part in social events and is always willing to offer a helping hand. Although Shirley is not quite sure about her future, it is certain to be a happy one. Softball 1, 2; Archery 1; Glee Club 1, 2; Choir 3; Basket- ball 1, 2; Junior Prom Committee; Tiger Staff; Senior Committees. ANNE LOMBARD Where she met a stranger, there she left a friend. Anne, whose pleasing smile and carefree manner, have won her a host of friends, has proved herself a very capable athlete. Her participation in softball as well os basketball has afforded her a fine opportunity to display her athletic abilities. Her active social life and many dates have brought forth many hilarious tales to be shared with Peggy and Anne, her closest friends. We wish Anne much success in her future career as a dietician. Archery 1, 2; Softball I, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Letter 4; Glee Club 1, 2; Choir 3, 4; Latin Club 2; Tiger Staff; Librarian 4; Senior Day Committee 4; Social Committee. DOROTHY MacKAY She loves to laugh, she loves all fun; She ' s never quiet when school ' s begun. Short, cute, and flirtatious, Dottie has brought a smile to many faces with her antics and sparkling humor. Her vivacious personality has won her a host of friends. Moreover, her election to the title of Class Boyologist attests to her way with the boys. We shall all remem- ber Dottie as one of our most personable and popular classmates. Archery 1; Softball 1, 2; Glee Club 1, 2; Choir 3, 4; Cub and Tiger Staff 4; Cub and Tiger Typist 4; Cheer- leading ), 2, 3, 4; Letter 4; Junior Prom Committee 3; Reception Committee; Class Celebrity. | 15 ] VERNETT MARR The heavenly stars appear, showing the world There is nothing to fear. Vernett ' s flashing smile and happy laughter are ready cures for any melancholy mood. His fine performance in the senior play brought him many accolades, while his blithe happy-go-lucky personality makes him a welcome addition to any group. We know that Vern ' s future in the Air Force will be highly successful. Senior Play; Senior Committee; Football 2, 3, 4; Letter 3, 4; Basketball 4; Baseball 1. CORA MARSHALL Speech is silvern, silence is golden. Cora is another Rowley lass whom many of us know and like. Cora ' s interest seems to lie mainly away from school as she can oftentimes be found in a corner ex- changing secrets with her close friend Gini. May you find nothing but happiness and success in your future, Cora no matter what it may be. ARTHUR MARTEL He sits high in all the people ' s hearts. Marty, one of our most industrious students, who spends much of his time working at Woolworth ' s and the Strand, is a friendly chap with a winning personality which makes him easy to meet and which will aid him greatly in his career as a business man. His cheerful grin and friendly Hi have made him a well-thought-of friend to all. Glee Club 1, 2; Junior Prom Committee; Senior Com- mittee. JOANNE MARTEL Her ways are ways of pleasantness And all her paths are peace. Joanne ' s quiet charm and poise are assets to be envied. She has won her way into many of our hearts with her pleasing smile and subtle sense of humor. This attrac- tive, stately miss enjoys the company of her many friends, the best of whom is a certain lad from Hamilton. The best wishes of the class go with you, Joanne. Glee Club 1, 2; Choir 3; Cub and Tiger Typist 4; Senior Committee; Class Celebrity; Senior Play. | 16 | GRACE MATHESON Her smile is the sweetest that ever was seen. Grace, one of our favorites, possesses the rare com- bination of brains and beauty. Her friendly attitude and happy-go-lucky manner place her in the center of any group. Grace ' s ability to do good work has won her a top-ranking position in the class, while her winning smile and lively personality have won her a place in our hearts. May all the luck in the world go with you, Grace. Glee Club 1, 2; Choir 3; Latin Club 2; Basketball 1 ; Archery 1, 2; Softball 1, 2; Honor Award 1, 2; Cashier 3, 4; Tiger Staff 4; ' Picture Committee 4; Cub Staff 4. RICHARD McCORMACK To know him is o liberal education. Dick, an industrious red-head, has added much to our class activities with his wholehearted support and work in their behalf. His work as Stage Manager of our senior play was exemplary. Dick ' s remarkable talent in the woodworking field, his ambition, and his likable manner should assure a successful future. Junior Prom Committee 3; Stage Manager Senior Play 4; Cap and Gown Committee 4; Tiger Staff. DAVID MULLEN We are the music makers And we are the dreamers of dreams. Dave, our class musician, has utilized his talent to great advantage at many school functions during the past four years. He also displayed his showmanship in his rollicking performance as Rosen in our senior ploy. Dave ' s amiable manner and unquestionable talent at the piano should insure his success in the field of music. Band 1, 2, 3; Orchestra 2, 3; Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Operetta 2; Benefit Show 3; Senior Play 4; Tiger Staff 4; Junior Prom Committee 3; Senior Committee; Latin ' Club 2. ELIZABETH NELSON Her voice was ever soft, gentle, and low. An excellent thing in woman. Betty, our Class Artist and a four year honor student is endowed with both academic and artistic ability. Her election os our D.A.R. Good Citizenship girl is ample proof of the esteem in which she is held by her class- mates. Betty ' s neat appearance an.d ' active participation in marfy activities have made her a well known member of the class. Her charm and ambition will attain for her the goal she seeks as a fashion illustrator. Hpnor Award 1, 2, 3, 4; Cashier 3, 4; D.A.R. Award 4; Class Celebrity; Graduation Essay; Archery 1 , 2; Soft- ball 1, 2; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Letter 4; Glee Club 1, 2; Choir 3; Latin Club 2; French Club 4 - Treasurer; Cub Staff 1, 2, 3, 4; Tiger Staff 4; Steering Committee 4; Picture iCommittee 4, Senior Play, Junior Prom Com- mittee. JEAN O ' BRIEN Never haughty, never proud, But popular in any crowd. Jean is a vivacious and carefree girl whose many quips have won her the title of Class Optimist. Her ability to brighten her classes, especially Typing III, with constant humor has made her many friends, as proved by her capture of the title of Most Popular Girl. Jean ' s genial manner and wonderful sense of humor will insure her continued popularity. Glee Club 1, 2; Choir 3; Cub and Tiger Typist 4; Senior Committee; Class Celebrity. JAMES PERLEY The charm of the act is the actor. Jim, our class actor, and his marvelous portrayal of the crotchety Dr. Hogget in our senior play will never be forgotten. A born showman, he can entertain any group on a minutes notice. Although Jim is a native Rowleyite he seems to spend most of his time in Ipswich. We ' re not quite sure of his future plans, but whatever they may be, a wonderful sense of humor and amiable personality will insure Jimmy ' s popularity in any group. Senior Play 4; Basketball 4; Tiger Staff; Junior Prom Committee; Class Celebrity; Senior Committee. LORRAINE PITRE We always find her the same. Sweet in all her ways. Lorraine, a dark-eyed miss, has a bubbling personality and an infectious laugh. Because of her sunny disposi- tion, she has won many friends both in and out of school. Lorraine ' s leisure time is spent writing to her fiance, Rayce. When reunion time arrives, Lorraine will, no doubt, hold the title of first married. Best of luck, Lorraine. Glee Club 1, 2; Choir 3; Latin Club 3; Cub Typist 4; Cashier 4; Librarian 4; Cap and Gown Committee. VIRGINIA PLAYER Make the most of each moment; Life is just a passing thought. Gini , one of our most vivacious classmates, has been prominent in many school activities, especially sports. She has played softball and basketball and has also written up Girls ' Athletics for the Cub. Most of Gini ' s out-of-school time is spent at Janice ' s, where she works. We will all remember Gini for her ready smile and her way with the boys . Good luck, Gini . We know you will succeed in whatever you undertake. Glee Club 1, 2; Choir 3, 4; Archery 1, 2; Softball 1, 2, 3; Basketball 2, 3, 4; Letter 4; Latin Club 3; Honor Award 1, 2; Junior Prom Committee; Cub and Tiger Staff 4; Cub and Tiger Typist 4; Librarian; Reception Committee; Class Day Part. [ 18 J MARY POLYCHRONOPOULOS For every friend a smile. For every smile o friend. Petite, raven haired, and fashion-wise, Mary is our best-dressed girl. Most of her time outside of school is spent either with Tanya, Barbara, or with Dave who holds with her the title of Class Lovers. Mary is endowed with a charming appearance and captivating personality, which will carry her far in the business world. Glee Club 1, 2; Choir 3; Cub and Tiger Typist 4; Class Celebrity; Librarian 4; Picture Committee 4. BRUCE QUINT Patience is a necessary ingredient to genius. Bruce, our class treasurer, who joined our class from Beverly during our sophomore year, has been one of our most active classmates and was chosen the one most likely to succeed . Showing initiative in both baseball and basketball, he has held a varsity position on the teams for the past two years. Scholastically — his name has graced the honor roll many times. Bruce is an outstanding leader and will be a success in college and in his future work. Class Treasurer 3, 4; Latin Club 2; Basketball 2, 3, 4; Letter 3, 4; Baseball 2, 3, 4; Letter 3, 4; Junior Prom Committee 3; Steering Committee 4; Tiger Staff; Cub Staff; Senior Committee; Class Celebrity; Good Govern- ment Day Representative 4; Senior Play; Graduation Essay. DORA SAULNIER Among the good things I prove and find The quiet things doth abound. Dora is a quiet, easy going girl who enjoys the com- pany, of her friends and many outside activities. She is very much interested rn domestic work and hopes that some time soon she will be able to put her talents to work. Our best wishes go with you, Dora. Senior Committee 4; Glee Club 1; Librarian 4; Cafete- ria 3. CATHERINE SEAKAS Those who bring sunshine to the lives of others Cannot keep it from themselves. Enlivening many a dull moment with her sense of humor, Caye is on amiable and independent young miss always ready for a good time with her many friends. Her spats with a certain member of our male population have given us many moments of laughter and will long be remembered. Caye ' s well groomed appearance and vivacious personality will prove themselves valuable assets in whatever field of endeavor she chooses in the years to come. Glee Club 1, 2; Choir 3; Archery 1, 2; Softball 1; Sun- shine Committee 4. EDWARD SKLARZ The foremost man of all the world. Ed , our class president in his senior year, is our finest athlete. He has excelled in basketball, baseball, and football during his stay in high school, as his many letters will testify. His knack for making friends and his fine scholastic ability will qualify him as a leader in whatever field he chooses. We will all remember Edjue , for he has made a lasting impression on us. Class Treasurer 1, 2; Class President 4; Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Operetta 1, 2; Latin Club 2; Junior Prom Committee 3; Honor Award 1, 2, 3, 4; Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Letter 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1 , 2, 3, 4; Letter 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Letter 1, 2, 3, 4; Captain 4; Senior Com- mittee; Steering Committee; Business Manager of Cub and Tiger 4; Class Celebrity; Class Day Part. JOAN SURETTE With gentle, yet prevailing force Intent upon her destined course. Joan devotes a great deal of her time to the Mariners. Most of her spare hours are spent sailing and going to Girl Scout conventions, which she enjoys very much. Her interest in people and her calmness will make her a well- loved and honored nurse. She truly deserves the best that life has to offer. Girls ' Glee Club 1; Choir 3, 4; Softball 1, 2; Archery 4; Latin Club 2; French Club 4; Budget Committee; Class Celebrity. Wj SALLY TANNER By a tranquil mind I mean nothing else than a mind well ordered. Sally ' s sincerity and friendly attitude are welcome attributes, while her interest in people makes her an easy person to know. Her industrious participation in many activities in and out of school have earned her the respect of all her classmates. Sally ' s poise and serene tranquility will help to make her an efficient and success- ful nurse. Glee Club 1, 2; Benefit Shaw 2; Cashier 4; Cap and Gown Committee. CHARLES ST. LAURENT A little nonsense now and then Is relished by the best of men. Charlie , or Red as some prefer to call him, is a happy-go-lucky, red-headed lad wha can often be seen buzzing about town in his green car. Being endowed with a fine woodworking talent, he should someday prove himself to be a tremendous success in this field. Senior Committee. STEPHEN TGAVALEKOS Men of few words ore the best men. Steve , our class woman-hater, is a quiet serious fellow whose sincerity and understanding nature have won him many friends. Although his interests lie for the most part outside of school, his quiet humor has added much to our classes. We all wish Steve a mgst successful future. Senior Committee. WILLIAM TRUDEL Smiling ever smiling as he wends his way Jake , one of our class comedians, has the remark- able ability to throw a whole group into gales of laughter with his dry humor. His always friendly manner and interest in sports as well as his comic talents have made him very popular with the boys. His antics both in and out of school have made him one of our favorites. Basketball Manager 4; Tiger Staff; Reception Com- mittee 4; TANYA VLAHOS The dancers crowded around her And many a sweet thing said. Tanya, who will long be remembered for her dancing talent, possesses a vivocious personality which will be a great asset to her in the business world. Target of many jokes about her shoe store, Tanya, has retained her sense of humor through it all. Her vibrant laughter and dash- ing Spanish dances have made Tanya a never-to-be- forgotten classmate. Archery 1; Softball 1; Glee Club 1, 2; Cub Staff 1; Cub and Tiger Typist 4; Junior Prom Committee 3; Sub-cheer- leader 1, 2; Librarian 4; C,lass Celebrity; Senior Com- mittee. JOHN WARD A wandering, A wandering. Until the day I die. Jake is an affable fellow who spends much of his time in Melrose with his good friend Charlie. He is always willing to pitch in and help on any class endeavor and has often worked conscientiously for the success of school functions. His happy-go-lucky manner and lust for speedy driving will make Jack a well remembered classmate. Football 3, 4; Letter 4; Band 1, 2, 3; Glee Club 3, 4; Tiger Staff 4. JEAN WEAGLE A good heart is worth gold. Jeon, on attractive blond, is a quiet, rather shy girl whom we all know to be very sweet and likeable. Jean ' s interest in children will some day make her a very effi- cient baby nurse. We are glad to have had you as a member of our class, Jean, and we hope you enjoyed being one. Senior Committee 4; Librarian 4; Cafeteria 3. DAVID WILLIAMS Not that you won or lost, but how you played the game. Dave, one of our most active classmates, has found time not only to participate successfully in athletics, but to work, to serve on many committees, and to spend considerable time with Mary as well. Dave ' s ability to make friends and his athletic tajent should aid him greatly in his years at Springfield College and throughout his career as a Physical Education teacher. Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Letter 1, 2, 3, 4; Football 1 , 2, 3, 4; Letter 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Letter 3, 4; Tiger Staff; Operetta 1, 2; Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Picture Committee; Orchestra 2, 3; Junior Prom Committee; Class Day Part; Steering Committee. GRADIIATIOM ESSAYS LIBERTY-THE PRICE OE VIGILANCE By ELIZABETH NELSON Only a few years ago, the general attitude toward Communism was, It can ' t happen here. Now when we pick up a newspaper or a magazine, we read of Com- munist spies stealing top secret government information. Communists in our educational systems, and Communist investigations by the government committees, and we realize that it can happen here. It has happened and it will continue to do so unless the public does something about it. We must realize that Communism, as we know it today, is far from the ideal Communist state described by Karl Marx in his Communist Manifesto and Das Kapital . The Soviet leaders use Marx ' s ideas to win converts, but, actually, their methods are no different from Hitler ' s or Mussolini ' s. For instance, propaganda, appealing to people ' s emo- tions, but not their reasoning, is a powerful weapon. The Communists, like the Fascists, use every medium available to direct public thinking along the Party Line. Then there are the parades, the glittering spectacles with shouting, flag-waving, and saluting. A new idea of Stalin ' s? No, it is a method used by Julius Caesar to give the public a sense of belonging to the great state machine. It is a method used by Hitler, Mussolini, and Tojo to great advantage. The police system of Russia is the same as that of Nazi Germany. Call it the Gestapo or the NKVD; the name makes no difference. The methods are identical — the feeling that you are constantly being watched, the arrests in the dead of night, the forced confessions to crimes you didn ' t commit and about which you know nothing, and then, either the slave labor camps or death in public. Finally, the Communists, like Hitler and Mussolini, realize the importance of controlling youth. Robert Ley, the labor boss of Hitler ' s regime, said, We begin with the child when he is three years old. As soon as he begins to think, he gets a little flag put in his hands; [ 22 ] i t then follows the school, the Hitler Youth, and military training. We don ' t let him go, and when adolescence is past, the Arbeitsfront (or work program) takes him again and does not let him go till he dies, whether he likes it or not. In Russia a child of grammar school age learns pa- triotic poems and slogans. Military training begins in the eighth grade. Then come the Young Pioneers or the Young Communist League. The minds of the children ore saturated with propaganda about the great Soviet Union and the capitalist war-mongers. A seven-year old Russian girl, when asked what she wanted to be when she grew up, replied, A Red Army nurse and help fight the fascists who surround our country . The main difference between Fascism and Communism is that although the Fascists use force and militarism, they are direct about it; the Communists, however, prefer the spy system. They are unscrupulous and unpredictable. What can we do to protect ourselves and our country from this menace? We must put as much effort into improving and building up Democracy as the Communists put into tearing it down. Most of us believe that our way of life is the best on earth. We do not live in eternal fear of being spied on, arrested, or killed. Our police forces are for the protec- tion, not the persecution, of citizens. We ore not continuolly bombarded with propaganda, because, here in America the newspapers, the radio and television stations, and the movie studios ore not owned and operated by the government, but by private citizens. We can listen to or read anything we like, and from that, form our own opinions. Our educational system is set up, not for the purpose of teaching children to think in military terms, but to teach them fundamental facts and their application. We believe that the most important thing is to teach children how to think, not what to think. Recently there have been investigatians of high school and college teachers and their alleged affiliations with the Communist Party. Our Bill of Rights gives everyone the right of freedom of speech; and educators are jealous of their academic freedom — the freedom to seek the truth. But does that mean the right to teach Communist doctrine which aims to overthrow our democratic institu- tions and enslave us all? Should we expel all teachers with Communist tendencies and those who take refuge in the Fifth Amendment, or should we allow them to continue teaching and jeopardize the future of the nation and the citizens of tomorrow? Or is there a middle road? The people must decide and, in deciding, guard against violating any of our fundamental rights as guaranteed by our Constitution. Certainly, these rights, which were gained through the sacrifice of many Americans and are now being preserved by the sacrifice of many more, are not to be treated lightly. Voting is both the duty and the privilege of every citizen. If we sit back and say, My vote doesn ' t count , we are leaving public offices open to men who are inter- ested, not in serving the people they represent, but in personal gain. We must each do our part in making Democracy work. For Democracy must begin with the individual and work up through the community, the state, to the national government. If the public becomes ap- athetic and the federal government is required to do the work of the state or the town, we will no longer have a democracy, but a bureaucracy. Therefore voting and encouraging friends and neighbors to do likewise is one step toward safeguarding our way of life. Cooperation is also a vital factor. If individuals can ' t learn to cooperate, how can we expect whole nations to work together? If we ore asked to work on a community project, we should do it willingly and well. Trial by jury, one of our greatest democratic institu- tions, will be in danger if people continue to beg off jury duty. Thus, taking an active part in the government of our own community is also very important. We should keep informed about current events and conditions by reading facts, and not by listening to those who spread propaganda and those who continuously com- plain about matters and never offer any constructive suggestions. Above all, we should be always alert and ready to defend and protect our country and the rights that are ours. In the words of Thomas Paine: — These are the times that try men ' s souls . . . Tyranny, like Hell, is not easily conquered; yet we have this con- solation with us, that the harder the conflict the more glorious the triumph. What we obtain too cheaply we esteem too. lightly; it is dearness only that gives every- thing its value. Heaven knows how to put a proper price upon its goods; and it would be strange indeed if so celestial an article as freedom should not be highly rated. CLASS DAY SPEAKERS PROPHECY Edward Sklarz Grace Matheson GIFTS TO BOYS Patricia Cogswell Virginia Player HISTORY Eleanor BJair WILL Edith Hall GIFTS TO GIRLS David Williams Robert Dort JUVENILE DELINQUENCY-A GLARING SOCIAL PROBLEM by BRUCE QUINT One of the most glaring domestic problems of our time is that of juvenile delinquency. Yet os conspicuous os this grove issue is, careful investigation will prove that very little has been done to counteract and correct it. It seems very strange indeed that a country so advanced and civilized as ours would let such evil con- ditions exist. Now that this problem, which is found in most large cities, is so out of hand we must try to solve it. In the first place, a juvenile delinquent, as the name implies, is a youthful offender or criminal. Many reasons have been advanced as the outstanding cause of juvenile delinquency. Actually, delinquency varies with different cases, and hence it is impossible to establish a set cause for it, but rather we can attribute its prevalence through- out the country on such a large scale to several under- lying causes and laxities on the part of parents and cities. Just as in any contagious disease, this vicious evil has reached the stage where something drastic must be done, or this country will face a period detrimental to social progress. Before we make any resolutions or decisions of an analytical nature, the problem must first be dissected to learn its chief causes. The most numerous causes of juvenile delinquency, perhaps, can be found in the home. Any child who comes from a broken home or from one where habitual arguments ar drunkeness prevails is quite likely to become a delinquent. All of these conditions lead to the same result. Because the child can ' t stand his life at home, he turns to the streets for seclusion. His home now becomes just a place to eat and sleep. The chief result is that his character is farmed on the street instead of in the home. Because the child has no sense of security, he turns to youthful gangs or slippery characters for protection. By this time he is well on his way to becom- ing a delinquent. Still another cause for delinquency is the lack of op- portunities for students of nonacademic backgrounds and inclinations in our school systems. If the student reaches the paint where he feels his school offers him exactly nothing, he will undoubtedly leave. Anything seems more alluring to him than the dull monotony of a school course from which he reaps no benefit. At this time he decides to terminate his school days and becomes a truant, thus starting his life as a delinquent. Regardless of how you feel on this controversial issue, it is safe to say that some comic books, radio programs, and television shows corrupt the minds and thoughts of younger children. They are so influenced by many of these factors that they actually apply some of these criminal actions. Whether you believe it or not, many children idolize characters such as Willie, The Actor , Sutton. Many of these cheap radio thrillers so terrorize younger children that they are unable to sleep nights. All of these factors occupy children ' s minds with crime and in some cases, are damaging to their health. From the slums of the cities comes a very serious prob- lem in juvenile delinquency — namely tha.t of gangs. The members of these gangs who usually come from poor, inconspicuous parents feel that they have nothing to lose by turning to crime. To some the lust for easy money and the dream of becoming a crime czar are too tempt- ing for them to endure. Still others band together in gangs for protection, trying to eliminate their feeling of insecurity. They depend upon crime as a livelihood and disgrace the larger cities of the United States with their savageness and brutality. No matter what their reason for banding together, all lead to the same inevitable road — a life of crime. These are some of the causes of juvenile delinquency — the most flagrant ones in any case. They all create problems which involve law enforcement. It is helpful to understand the evils brought about by delinquency before the problem is further discussed. Once a person becomes a delinquent he is associated with crime and criminals. Crimes such as gang warfare, drug addiction, drunkeness, robbery, beatings, and even murder flourish among delinquents. All of these actually fit into a chronological pattern. Gang warfare is prev- alent among various delinquent bands, for in the under- world only the toughest survive. Any delinquent who is a member of a powerful gang usually has a false sense of superiority and attempts to exhibit it by drinking and taking dope. In his twisted mind he believes that people actually idolize and respect his actions. When this stage is reached, he has become morally callous, and in order to obtain money for his expensive type of living, he turns to any type of crime as a livelihood. Thus it is easy to see all of the evils o delinquent can bring about and how they disgrace the reputation of a city. At this point it may be well to consider what some progressive cities have done to counteract this evil. There are also excellent methods which have been devised for the future. Perhaps the most effective way of reducing delin- quency is to make sure that these crimes are not com- mitted again by these youthful offenders. The best way to do this is through the juvenile courts in our country. This type of court gives the delinquent a fairer chance and a better attitude toward the law. Before the days of juvenile courts the young criminals in our country were sentenced to jail terms with hardened, vicious pris- oners. When the delinquents were freed after serving their prison sentences, they were worse than ever. But now the juvenile court has corrected this. This type of court is run by a judge who talks privately with the boy, his parents, and his friends to obtain all possible informa- tion before reaching a just decision. By having a clearer and more sympathetic look at the problem, the judge is in a better position to render a helpful verdict for the youth which will give him a second chance. Many cities are striving to combat juvenile delinquency through modern methods. New York City contains the largest slum area in the world. This progressive city, however, has done much to eliminate the existing eye- sores. Furthermore through the Crime Prevention Bureau of New York City the law enforcement agencies are trying to establish friendly relationships with the children while keeping in close contact with the home. One of the greatest curbs to juvenile delinquency in New York is P. A. L. or the Police Athletic League. Working in conjunction with the police department, P. A. L. offers all types of recreational opportunities for the children supervised by experienced instructors. These are the big reasons why New York leads in reducing juvenile delinquency. Another city bent on destroying juvenile delinquency is Cleveland, Ohio. Cleveland is reputed to have one of the finest court systems for handling juvenile delinquents in our country. There too, tremendous public play- grounds are provided and tournaments are sponsored in which the children participate as a part of their recrea- tional program. If juvenile delinquency is to be elim- |24J inated, more cities must follow the examples set by Cleveland and New York. We have come this far in trying to prevent juvenile delinquency, but it is apparent we must go still farther. It is cities like our state capital, Boston, that are for behind in curbing this social disease. The city blames delinquency on public apathy and ignorance. Whatever the cause, little has been done to counteract it. Vandal- ism among school children alone costs Boston schools around $150,000 annually. The school bill for broken windows alone runs between $70,000 and $90,000 a year. In the year 1952 juvenile cases in Boston jumped an unbelievable fifty-four per cent. And only recently the front pages of our newspapers were darkened by the report of such enormities as the vicious beating of a Boston College professor by a teen-age gang and the ruthless murder of a respected Jewish rabbi. This is certainly concrete proof that Boston, our largest, most dignified, and most cultured city, leaves much to be desired by way of controlling its youthful crime problem. There are several steps which, if taken, would help to end juvenile delinquency. For instance if all parents concentrated on a better environment for their children, a huge portion of delinquency cases would be reduced. If through our citizenry, we support a better equipped and more efficient police department, better results will be forthcoming. The community must also play its port in the liquidation of this evil by offering more recrea- tional facilities and opportunities to its younger popula- tion. We all know the serious problem that lies ahead of us, and knowledge is the first step in correcting it. If all cooperate, we can eliminate delinquency. It is time the people of this country face the cold facts and take positive steps to eradicate an evil which, if allowed to grow, can only result in social disintegration. THE BEAT GENERATION by ANN KELLEHER During the last few years we have been constantly confronted on every side with articles, stories, and discus- sions pertaining to the youth of today. Much of this publicity has been unfavorable and, in every group, there is someone who is ready to proclaim the moral and ideal- istic degradation of this younger generation. This situation is certainly not unique. During the period following World War I the same conditions prevailed. Then, however, the flapper, instead of the bobby-soxer, ond the open roadster, instead of the hot-rod, symbolized, that younger generation. Like their famous predeces- sors, the lost generation, today ' s young people are imbued with a restlessness and nervous tension common to adolescents whose childhood is disrupted by the stress and turmoil of a world conflict. Clellon Holmes, writing for the New York Times Magazine, in November, 1952, called this the Beat Generation. This term, in my opinion, casts a dark shadow of hopelessness and despair over the future. It seems, moreover, that while their predecessors in the twenties lowered their moral and idealistic standards in a spirit of disillusionment, today ' s young people participate in debasing activities to satisfy their curiosity. No generation can be labeled by the actions of a few individuals. The boy whose widowed mother confessed to authorities that he stole from her in order to procure money for the purchase of narcotics cannot be considered o typical teenager; neither can the girl, described in a recent magazine article, who helps care for her fatherless brothers and sisters, works in a drugstore, maintains honor marks in school and arises at five o ' clock each morning to work on a science project. Neither of these is typical, and yet both seem to typify the spirit of this restless generation. Practically every community in America is, to some extent, plagued by teen age wildness and recklessness. Party crashing, drinking, rowdiness, and wild driving are some of the most common manifestations of the desire to try something new. West Hartford, Connecticut, for example, was confronted with this problem to a very serious degree. In that community, every family contain- ing a teenager was acutely aware of the seriousness of the situation. The parents in that city, under Parent Teacher Organization leadership, adopted a set of seven principles evolved by Merrit A. Hewitt, headmaster of Kingswood, a private boys ' school near West Hartford. In explaining the set of principles, Mr. Hewitt reasoned that young people, utilizing automobiles, range over a greater distance than ever before and thus escape many parental controls. Moreover, they are given more priv- ileges, without being required to accept the attendant responsibilities. What is needed, said Mr. Hewitt, is not a code of conduct for young people, but a set of principles to guide parents so that the young people will know precisely what is expected of them. ' The suggested principles for parents are these; 1. Insist that your boy or girl go to no parties to which he or she is not invited, and insist that no one be allowed at your party who is not invited. 2. Have no parties at your home unless- you are there. Every party of teenagers should be adequately chaperoned. 3. Impress upon your son or daughter that when he or she is driving someone in a car, he or she is responsible for that person ' s safety. 1 This Is The Beat Generation — Clellon Holmes. New York Times Magazine, November 6, 1953 — page 10. 1 Connecticut Tomes Its Teenagers — Hortzoll Spence, Satur- doy Evening Post, October 4, 1952 — page 24. 125 ] 4. Think of this! Do you, os a parent, hove the right to serve intoxicating liquors to someone else ' s chil- dren? If you do servd them, or have alcoholic beverages available, then you, as an adult are responsible. 5. Do not allow your children to have or attend parties which run into the small hours of the morning. Please insist that your boy or girl call you if he or she is to be out later than has been agreed. 6. We feel that boys should ask the parents of their girls what time the girls are expected home and comply with the parents ' wishes. They should also advise parents where they are going. These rules, which were adopted and supported by a large majority of the city ' s families, have worked to the mutual advantage of both parents and children. Al- though, at first, party crashers had to be ejected bodily, and parents at teen age parties were forced to guard the light switches, there has been a great drop in the number of wild parties staged in the city, while drinking and wild driving are practically non-existent pastimes for West Hartford youngsters. Moreover, the young people profess to enjoy themselves now more than they did in the previous wild days. West Hartford, however, is not a typical American community. Most of its inhabitants are in the upper financial brackets, and a large proportion of its young people attend private schools. What was accomplished there would be impossible to accomplish on a universal basis. Perhaps the most critical areas in -our country, as far as lawlessness and wildness are concerned, are the slum sections of our large cities. Here the Y. M. C. A., and the Y. W. C. A., Boys ' Clubs, Girls ' Clubs, the C. Y. 0. and other religious and civic groups have done much in aiding young people and in influencing them to pass their spare hours in constructive recreation. Most cities, however, are in desperate need of brooder and more inclusive civic recreational programs for youth. It seems to me, moreover, that material recreational innovations are superficial. I believe that mental and spiritual changes, changes in attitude, must take place in young people and adults as well. Certainly the young need to take a more serious and mature attitude toward their responsibilities and obligations. They are, however, so besieged with publicity about themselves in every periodical they read, they as a group, are so used to being publicly pampered one minute and censured the next, that many young people have come to consider themselves as a group set apart from the rest of the human race. On the other hand, parents, in many respects, are more in need of a change in attitude than are their children. Certainly any mother who would write an article in a national magazine, as one mother did in a recent number of McCall ' s, criticizing her children because they have become spoiled through her indulgence and lack of dis- cipline, is more deserving of criticism thon are the children. ' Perhaps the adults ' responsibility can best be summed up in the words of Bishop Fulton J. Sheen; If youth is accused of being delinquent or of being resentful, it may very well be that they are rebelling against the older generation which failed to bequeath to them their just heritage, strong loye of neighbor, of country, and of God. - I believe if these standards can be restored, there will be no need for anyone to label this the beat generation. ■ “I ' m Fed Up With Teenagers — McCalls. -Television Program Bishop Sheen — Tuesday, January 27, 1953, 8 P. M. GRADUATION HONOR SPEAKERS Elizabeth Nelson, Bruce Quint, Ann Kelleher 126 ] ClASS HISTORY by ELEANOR BLAIR As we seniors sit upon this stage today, eagerly looking forward to our graduation, let us turn back the pages of time to review the many memorable experiences of our high school careers. We will go bock first to that bright, sunny morning of September, 1948, when we arrived to take our respective places in the ranks of students at Ipswich High, leaving behind our childhood days in the various grammar schools. This transition, however, was not easily accomplished, for to our amazement we were canfronted with innumerable complexities to which it seemed impossible to become accustomed. During our first few days in this new at- mosphere, we felt so strange and nervous that we jumped every time a bell rang, and between classes we hurriedly produced our little schedule slips and dejectedly asked, Where do we go from here? Of course, the seniors in turn had an hilarious time giggling when we unknowingly opproached the Study Hall chairs from the wrong angle, then, blushing furiously, made that endless journey down the aisle for a left turn to our seats. Having pity on us, however, were the teachers who cordially welcomed us by piling on homework the like of which we hod never seen before. They also made us feel quite grown up by addressing us by our last names. In time we were slowly but surely familiarized with the complicated ways of high school life. To prove this fact and keep up with tradition, we held our eighth grade social, which was successful even though the boys lined up on one side of the auditorium and the girls on the other. Came the spring of 1949, when our spirits were lifted to a high degree as many of our eighth grade boys signed up for baseball and proceeded to win their first game, defeating Manchester 13-6. Speaking of baseball, Mrs. Lord was very well equipped to join the team that year, os she came into possession of one of our boys ' gloves. Strange nobody ever claimed it! Thus we turned one page in our book of memories at Ipswich High and left the school to enjoy a hard-earned summer vacation. When we returned the following September, our pride swelled as we took our rightful places in Ipswich High as full-fledged freshmen. We found, upon arrival, that we had acquired many new classmates from Rowley and the parochial school, thus having the distinction of being the class with the highest enrollment for the year, 1949. Now that we were duly established members of the high school, our eagerness to participate in all extra- curricular activities increased as the year progressed. Our achievements in the sports world were particularly noteworthy, especially when we found one of our own classmates, Eddie Sklarz, starring on the junior varsity basketball team. With the first portion of the school year spent in a wild and merry mood, we finolly decided to get down to the more serious side of life, and with the aid of three teachers we were able to keep the class still long enough to hold our first class meeting at which we elected our class officers for the year: John Killam, president; Robert Lang, vice-president; Edward Sklarz, treasurer and Patsy Cogswell, secretary. At this point in the year we welcomed Donald Crowe as a member of our class. Donny made friends quickly and throughout his four years with us has always shown an ardent love for fun. With the coming of March also came our St. Patrick ' s Day dance, which will be remembered by all for the fine array of talent we presented. Shirley Horsman, accom- panied by our class musician, David Mullen, sang one of the song hits of the day, Dear Hearts And Gentle People . Following this fine performance, Tanya Vlahos appeared on the dance floor with her skillful interpreta- tion of a Spanish tango for which she received several encores. The night proved to be a huge success and $17.31 was dropped into our class treasury. We passed into the fourth quarter to find Mrs Lord still dangling her super-human key chain and relating more of her fascinoting tales about birds and her journeys up the mountains. When she produced her little yellow number cards, however, the knees started knacking, and all was back to normal again. Shall we ever forget how one day of this routine was more than enough for a few of our noted classmates? Even at this early date Flip Davis, our class clown, was up to his usual antics in the science lab. He tried an experiment to see how strong the hinges were on the door by jamming his fingers in it. The experiment proved the hinges to be strong enough to get the better of Flip ' s hands, which have never been the same since. A climax to a wonderful school year in the girls ' cook- ing class was a journey to Crane ' s Beach for a cook-out under the direction of Miss Whitney. The menu for the day was sandcakes, sandburgers, and sandy cocoa all of which were prepared over homemade stoves, a meal not to be forgotten. So ended our first year of high school life. We had put our fingers in many pies while making our climb towards the third floor of I. H. S. and, as we liked to think, the distinction of becoming upperclassmen, even though this title was not to be conferred upon us until we reached our junior year. Now we turn to the years 1950-51 for which our chosen leaders were John Killam, president; Rabert Dort, vice-president; Edward Sklarz, treasurer, and Patsy Cogs- well, secretary, all of whom did on excellent job in steer- ing our class on to success. Glancing about our homerooms this year, we find Peter Seakas had left us to work with his uncle, and Bill Hayes 127J had taken up his studies at Hebron Academy in Maine. For every loss there is a gain, however, and thus we welcomed into Mrs. Lord ' s homeroom Suzette Chrimes, who hailed from Watertown. Bruce Quint, who was des- tined to become one of our star pupils and class leaders, also joined our realms, transferring from Beverly High. This year seemed to be the year of fads among the girls: Ann Kelleher introduced her famous red and white check bow tie, and shortly afterwards dog collars appeared around the ankles of several of our girls. We really didn ' t quite know what to expect next in the line of unusual accessories. On the night of December 1 8 the Latin Club held its first meeting in the high school cafeteria. After Mrs. Lord corrected our translations of Caesar, which were out of this world, we held several relay races and to our amazement discovered several outstanding track stars and one-legged hoppers among us. We attended our Valentine Dance on February 16 at which everyone had a wonderful time and particularly enjoyed choosing the king and queen for this gala occa- sion. Barbara Gilman and Eddie Sweeney, an upperclass- man, upon whom the honors were bestowed, waltzed to a tune played just for them. Of course, there was the profit of $18.22 for our class coffer which helped make this time more memorable toa. It was now after years of patient waiting that many of us turned sixteen and so were allowed to try for our automobile licenses. Two of the very first to christen the highways were Tanya Vlahos and Jimmy Sheppard. June came upon us very quickly that year and as we marched into last chapel to take our places in the seats of the outgoing juniors, our thoughts leaped ahead to the days of the two most wonderful, exciting years of our high school careers. We had reached the mid-point in our journey toward our goal, high school graduation. Early fall found us back at Ipswich High fully prepared to take on our increasing activities with a new dignity — for we were now officially proclaimed upper-classmen of I. H. S. As there was much to be done this year, we quickly got down to business and held our first class meeting, electing John Killam to the office of president; Robert Dort to that of vice-president; Patsy Cogswell, secretary; and Bruce Quint began his duties as treasurer, replacing Eddie Sklarz. As September drew to a close, our most prized and much longed for possessions arrived. Yes, with the co- operation of Miss Blodgett and the conscientious work done by Ann Lombard, our class rings were finally pre- sented to us, and everyone seemed well satisfied. Now the hands were eagerly raised to answer all questions asked by the teachers, and it was quite a while before we could refrain from displaying our shiny, new rings before the envious eyes of the lower classmen. Ta our regret we found Jimmy Sheppard and John Pollard, two very active classmates, were last to Beverly T rode. As the football season rolled around that year, we found our own Art Higgins, a short but tricky defensive player, worming his way through the line to reach the top as our 1953 football captain and to win a starring position on the North Shore All-Star Team — quite an honor for a junior player. The football uniforms were soon packed away in moth- balls, and the basketball season got under way. As juniors we were particularly proud of Edjue Sklarz, our class athlete, who became high scorer in the Cape Ann League competition. Shortly afterwards he was chosen captain of the 1953 basketball team. Not to be outdone by the boys, however, the junior Tigresses also proved their worth in the sports world that year by balding an undefeated record for the girls ' junior varsity basket- ball team. Many of our more industrious classmates found them- selves part-time jobs to occupy their leisure time as the year progressed. Perhaps the most notable of these was Tanya Vlahos, who joined her father and became pra- prietor of her own Shoe Shoppe ond thus provided a meeting place for her many friends. Two very successful socials held in our junior year are not to be forgotten. Our class funds were swelled by the sum of $33.46 netted from the Christmas Dance. Then April brought our long awaited Prom. Oh! the preparations that were made for that! We girls, treking through the many stores, finally to find just the right gown and accessories; the fellows digging down deep into their pockets to meet expenses for that gala occa- sion — all made this, our first formal, one of our most treasured memories. Our parents will have pleasant mem- ories, also, of seeing their offspring grow up to formal affairs, and we will show to our grandchildren with a glint of pride in our eyes the pictures taken on this memorable night. As a Memorial Day project our class undertook to present to the student body a one-act play entitled Flowers Aren ' t Enough With the necessary props and many rehearsals, the cast, consisting of Betty Nelson, Barbara Gilman, Ann Kelleher, Jimmy Perley, and Chris- tine Chionopoulas, gave a very fine performance, even though several in the cast had slight cases of nerves and amateur stage fright. Summer vacation was drawing near as we chose our representative ta Girls ' State, Ann Kelleher, a student wholly deserving of this high honor. The year was not complete, however, until we had elected just one more committee whose function it was to decorate the auditorium for the graduation of the outgoing seniors. We performed this task with great pride and thought ahead to the day just a year away when we would watch a junior class do the same for us. While united into one big family, in perhaps one of the best and busiest years of our lives, our senior year at Ipswich High, we came to know each other more inti- mately, and together we enjoyed the happy hours of hard work put into our many activities. No matter how big the job may have seemed, we were determined to get it done satisfactorily. Keeping this in mind at all times, we set out on our first task of electing our class leaders for this most important year. We voted Eddie Sklarz into the head office of president, replacing John Killam who had done a fine job throughout our preceding three years. Robert Dort received the vice-presidency, with Patsy Cogswell and Bruce Quint holding the offices of- secretary and treasurer respectively. To aid them in their tremendous task, we also voted in a Steering Committee to organize the various activities for the year 1952-53. It was now our turn to giggle at the eighth graders who had to climb over to the right side of the Study Hall chairs, but after our introduction to Miss Allen ' s row attendance system, we gave that pastime up to concentrate on our own encounter with the Study Hall chairs. Eighth grader or senior, it seems you ' re never at rest in Ipswich High. [28| Upon glancing about Study Hall last September, we found that Eddie Ernst, Jimmy Zervas, and George Bouz- ianis had left our fold. However, Jimmy and George did not leave us for long, as Jimmy came back for a short visit and George returned to his old alma mater to grad- uate with us. Smitty , a sparkplug on the basketball team and baseball diamond, also left later to return to Connecticut. To fill one of these vacancies, we welcomed Beverly Horton. Bev come to us from Hamilton and, as we found out later, had traveled the country extensively. Patsy and Ann became head cheerleaders this year, but were destined for competition when Ellis Hodgkins was caught modeling one of the new cheerleading uni- forms in the corridor outside Study Hall. He went through quite a few motions to get out of this garment, but wiggled in vain. The long zipper in the back prevented his escape until Miss Allen quickly came to his rescue. This year we found two new fascinating subjects added to our curriculum. Many students took advantage of the Driver ' s Education classes and received their licenses, while those who took Spanish continued to give Miss Blodgett increasing problems. Our Hallowe ' en dance, sponsored by the Booster ' s Club, was a grand success, the main attraction of the evening being Coach Roundy ' s original version of a square dance. The class meetings this year were packed with excite- ment with something to be discussed at all times. Blue and gold were voted as our class colors to appear on our year book, and it was also decided that Coring Studios would be our class photographer. At one of our meetings we chose our class celebrities and several months later cast ballots for those to receive class day parts. Shortly before that Mr. Whipple had announced that Betty Nelson, Ann Kelleher, and Bruce Quint would do the honors as graduation speakers. December was a busy month in these surroundings with Senior Day as the main event, and the French Club party presenting all the laughs. It seems anyone who had ever taken French was eligible to attend, but for every word spoken in English during the course of the party a penny was to be dropped into the French Club treasury. This means of raising money should have. been presented to the senior class — our financial worries would have been over. We were very proud and happy to learn that Betty Nelson had been chosen by vote of the class as our D. A. R. girl, and Bruce Quint, by vote of the entire school body, Ipswich High ' s representative on Good Government Day. These honors went to two very deserv- ing students. March found us up to our necks in preparations for the senior play, The Late Christopher Bean , which was presented to a large audience on the never-to-be-forgotten night of the 26th. After weeks of long rehearsals under the direction of Miss Allen and Miss Blodgett, we found a few of our would-be professional actors and actresses giving a most convincing performance. As spring came and April and May slowly slipped by, we realized that we were approaching the closing pages in our book of memories. We could not close these final pages, however, without expressing our sincerest thanks to our principal, Mr. Whipple, who will also be leaving Ipswich High this June after forty years of devoted service in the field of education. It was with great grat- itude and esteem that the senior class of 1 953 dedicates its year book to the man who has done the most for our class and for the entire school, Mr. Whipple. Another familiar face will also be missing as Sep- tember rolls around next year. Mrs. Lord, who has given thirty-five years to the education of Ipswich boys and girls, will, after the school year closes, spend much of her time working in her garden and tending to her many other household duties. We should like to wish both Mr. Whipple and Mrs. Lord many long years of happy retired life. They will both be missed at I. H. S. Tomorrow night we shall graduate, and the following night will bring our last social affair in these familiar halls. Thus we shall have terminated our five years at Ipswich High — years by which we have profited both in our educational and social life. Whatever the future may bring, our thoughts will always linger on the many memorable experiences, friendships, and truly sympathetic faculty who have contributed so much to the success and happiness of these five years. [29j CLASS PROPHECY TIME: 1963. CHARACTERS: Grace Matheson and Edward Sklarz. SCENE: Municipal Stadium, Cleveland, Ohio. Ed is a famous pitcher for the Cleveland Indians. Grace is sitting in a box seat as Ed approaches to warm up for the gome. Grace: Ahem! Excuse me — Pardon me, but . . . Ed: Yes, what can I do for you? Grace: Well, you probably don ' t remember me, but we used to go to school together back in good old Ipswich. Why, we even wrote the class prophecy together. You are the same Ed Sklarz, aren ' t you? Ed: Ipswich High School? Class Prophecy? You must be Grace Matheson! What in the world have you been doing all these years? Grace: I ' ve just returned from Schnitzelburg, the Capitol of Octagonia, where I served as the private secre- tary to John Killam, the United States Ambassador there. Ed: (as he sits down) Have you heard of or seen any of our other former classmates? Grace: Yes, I have. On my flight here I had the pleasure of meeting Tanya Vlahos. She is the buyer for Macy ' s Shoe Department and makes frequent trips to various parts of the country. She informed me that Rosalie Arcisz is a stewardess on a commercial flight from Los Angeles to Chicago. The pilot on her plane is none other than Ray Budzianowski. He always did like to taxi people around, only now he ' s receiving compensation for his efforts and has a capable assistant in Rosalie. Ed: Speaking of flying, I recently read an account of the heroic deeds performed by two of our class- mates. Medals of Honor were presented to Jack Devenish and Vernett Marr, both ace jet pilots, by the President of the United States, who is, of course, Bruce Quint, the boy whom our class voted most likely to succeed. He has certainly lived up ta all expectations. Grace: He certainly has. I hear that all of Wash- ington is Praising President Quint on his selection of George Bouzianis as the new Ambassador to Greece. Also in Washington the presiding society matron is none other than Pearl Mesta ' s successor to the title of most important hostess , Ann Kelleher, who as usual, is making a big success of her social functions. Ed: Our classmates in Washington aren ' t the only ones making the headlines. The hearing af one of the most publicized criminal cases in the nation ' s his- tory will take place next week in New York Central Court. A notorious gangster will be tried for murder. He was apprehended by the efficient work of the F.B.I. headed by Steve Tgavalekos. The State Prosecutor for New York will be Donald Crowe. Opposing him will be his old buddy, Robert Lang. A heated discussion between the two lawyers is predicted by the newspapers because of their previous battles in court. Grace: Yes, I read about the case. It reminds me of our old Problems of Democracy class when the two boys were on opposite sides in every argument but still remained the best of friends. You will probably remember that another one of our classmates, Lucien Arsenault, was , interested in law enforcement. He is now Chief of Police in Ipswich. Also working to decrease the crime rate in Ipswich are Beverly Ewing, a social worker, and Dora Saulnier, who runs a playground to provide young people with wholesome recreation. Ed: Other classmates who have settled in Ipswich are Peggy Homans and Jean Weagle. They now run a prosperous baby-sitting agency. Pat Cogswell really keeps their busineses humming with her fen children. Lorraine Pitre and her triplets are also steady customers at the agency. Of course, all the large families give their shoe repair business to Gini Player. Grace: Your mentioning children brings to mind the fact that Eleanor Blair, assisted by Rosemarie Camplese, is running the Blair Polio Clinic in Boston. Anne Hammersley who also works at the clinic, has developed a new technique in physical therapy. Her technique is being used all over the world and is greatly aiding children afflicted with polio. Cora Marshall, an X-Ray technician, is another staff member at the clinic. Ed: Before we leave the medical profession, I r emem- ber that Sally Tanner was training at Children ' s Hospital. Whatever became of her? Grace: As a result of that training, Sally is the new school nurse in Ipswich. Another classmate who chose nursing as her career has risen fo a position of great responsibility. Joan Surette was recently appointed head of the Navy Nurse Corps. Ed: Another Rowleyite, who always was proud of his native town, has done much to make it the thriving metropolis that it is today. Spencer Knowles ' garage, which has grown into a giant automobile factory rivaling General Motors, has made Rowley one of the most important manufacturing centers in the country. Say, by the way, you ' ll never guess who my battery mate is. He ' s my old high school team-mate. Bob Dort. Grace: Another member of the class who has found success in the sports world is Art Martel, who has purchased the franchise of the Boston Bruins ' hockey team. All the home games of the Bruins are being broadcast by Aidan Chisholm, the famous sports an- nouncer. Ed Damon has continued with his success in journalism and is now sports editor of the Boston Globe. His staff covers all sports events in and around Boston. Ed: In the off-season I am quite an avid football fan. In fact I went to see the Army-Notre Dame foot- ball game last year. The head coach at Notre Dame is none other than our Dave Williams. He and his assistant, Roland Clements, boosted the team on to an undefeated season last year. Even Art Higgins, our 1953 football captain, has continued in sports. He is the highest paid football player in the country. Between seasons he runs a variety store back in Ipswich. His establishment is located next to a wood-working shop owned and operated by Charles St. Laurent, whose specialty is cabinet-making. Say, whatever became of Dottie MacKay? Grace: She has recently been appointed president of an all-boys school. She always did get along well with the boys. Remember Jimmy Perley? He won his coveted C.P.A. and helps Dottie with the financial |30J problems of the school. David Mullen is also connected with schools — he is the new music supervisor at Ipswich High. Do you remember how interested Ellis Hodgkins was in music? He now has his own disc jockey show. With color television in circulation, it is rather difficult for a disc jockey to remain popular, but Ellis is idolized by the teenagers. Dick Dow, since his dis- charge from the Navy, has served as the engineer in the studio control room. Ed: Also in the entertainment field, Flip Davis and Ronald Baldinelli have made quite a name for themselves as comedians. Their Comedy Hour over Channel 13 is proving a tremendous success. In fact, Flip is making so much money he is investing it in Jack Ward ' s House Wrecking Company in Melrose. Flip and Ronald had Tina Chionopolos as their special guest several weeks ago. She became well-known through her performances in many Broadway hits. Grace: Another classmate connected with Broadway is Dick McCormack. His beautiful scenery has long been admired by the public. Lillian Higgins is also important behind the scenes . Why, johnny Ray couldn ' t possibly get along without his efficient secretary. Ed: Our classmates have certainly proved themselves to be successful entertainers. Even Jake Trudel finally settled down and established a well-situated night club in the heart of New York. Many of the popular young singers appear there for recognition from the public. Recently the program featured Shirley Horsman, the vocalist of that ironic song, Peggy O ' Neil. The place was packed for three consecutive weeks. Whatever be- came of Shirley ' s pal, Anne Lombard? Grace: She has become the head dietician at the New York City Hospital, where Frances Galicki is employed as a secretary. Ed: Another girl who turned to secretarial work is Edith Hall. She now works as the executive secretary for the firm of Snorkel and Snide, an is assisted by Suzette Chrimes and Virginia Goodhue. Grace: Your mention of Edith Hall ' s name reminds me of her old sidekick, Betty Nelson. Betty, our class artist, is the world ' s leading fashion designer. Joanne Martel and Barbara Gilman model Betty ' s creations in all the big fashion shows. Caye Seakas is the hair stylist for Betty ' s models. Also in the line of fashions, do you remember Mary Polychronopolous and Eleanor Boy Ian, our best-dressed girls? They now co-edit a very popular fashion magazine. They have hired Beverly Horton as their private telephone operator to handle all their important business calls. Bev also handles many of Jean O ' Brien ' s calls. Jean, our most popular girl, recently wrote a book entitled How to Influence Friends and Win People . Ed: Another person who was very popular with his classmates was Dick Lane. Dick ' s horse, Petunia, just won the Kentucky Derby. I read that Dick gave much of the credit for the victory to Shirley LeClair, his head trainer, and to Stanley Colas, the veterinarian, who gave Petunia such expert care. Say, it ' s almost game time. They ' re motioning for me in the dugout. I have to go get my last minute instructions. Why don ' t you meet me after the game and We ' ll talk some more about our old classmates. Grace: All right that will be fine. I ' ll see you then. GIFTS TO THE GIRLS SCENE: Foot of Heartbreak Hill — Ipswich. CHARACTERS: David Williams, Robert Dort. Dave: Gee, I ' m winded. This box sure is heavy. Bob: You ' re not kidding. Who would have thought we ' d find anything like this on Heartbreak Hill. Dave: I know it. I wonder what ' s in it. Let ' s open it and find out. Bob: Well, for heaven ' s sake, look at this! Dave: We could use some of these things for Class Day gifts for the girls in our class. It will save a lot of money, and they will never know the difference. Bob: Okay, let ' s dig some of this stuff out and see what we have here. Dave: Say, look at this baseball. We could give it to Rosalie Arcisz, our class athlete. She is one girl who will know how to use it. Bob: That ' s fine, and how about giving this pencil and paper to Nunny Blair to replace all that she has used writing for the Cub and Tiger? Dave: I bet Eleanor Boylan could use this automatic coke machine in her father ' s drug store. It will save her much of the time she spends mixing cokes herself. Bob: Say, and you know all those boys Baby Camplese is talking about in Study Hall fifth period? Why don ' t we give her this date book to keep them straight? Dave: I ' ll bet our traveling classmate, Christine Chionopoulos, can use this suntan lotion in Florida. Bob: Hey! Look at this hairbrush. I ' ll bet Suzette Chrimes could use this to keep her beautiful hair shining. Dave: With all Beverly Ewing ' s out-of-town boy friends, she can surely put these stamps to good use. Bob: Let ' s give this calendar to Patsy Cogswell to help her count off the days until Jackie returns. Dave: Hey, I ' ll bet Barbara Gilman would like this picture album in which to paste the pictures of her many boy friends. Bob: That ' s a swell idea; Gee! look at this cow. No doubt Frances Galicki would love to add it to her collection of livestock. Dave: And I ' ll bet this green paint would come in handy for Edith Hall to help her touch up her father ' s car after a slight accident. Bob: Virginia Goodhue should be able to use these bowling shoes to replace those she has worn out while participating in her favorite sport. Dave: All right, and how about tnese smelling salts to wake up our class dreamer, Lillian Higgins? Bob: I ' m sure Anne Hammersley will be able to use a medical kit in her future career as a nurse. [ 31 ] Dave: Gee, this sack of coins would come in handy for Shirley Horsman the next time she runs out of change while selling ticke ts at the theatre. Bob: Peggy Homans can use this time card to keep track of the many hours she spends baby-sitting. Dave: Let ' s give this ball of twine to Ann Kelleher to tie her possessions onto her so she won ' t lose so many. Bob: Since Beverly Horton is planning to become a telephone operator, this pillow will ease her long hours of work. Dave: Hey, Bob, why don ' t we give this Ouija board to Anne Lombard to help her choose from among her many boy friends? Bob: This picture of a horse should be perfect for Shirley LeClair to remind her of a common interest that she and Freddie have. Dave: Cora Marshall, our future governess, will cer- tainly be able to use this rattle to quiet the children. Bob: Our class boyologist. Dotty MacKoy, will know what to do with this lasso, and I ' m sure the boys won ' t mind. Dave: And these glasses should aid Grace Matheson to see her future more clearly. Bob: This tar paper is very appropriate for Betty Nelson, don ' t you think? Dave: Yes, indeed. Bob: And this cup can serve as a trophy tor our most popular girl, Jean O ' Brien. Dave: Say, look at this flashlight. Let ' s give it to Lorraine Pitre; maybe it will help her find her way to night school. Bob: Let ' s give this shorthand book to Mary Poly- chronopoulos to use in her future secretarial duties. Dave: Say, I ' ll bet Gini Player has broken many glasses while working in Janice ' s. Maybe this set will help to replace some of them. Bob: You know that constant feud that goes on between Edjue and Kay Seakas; let ' s give her this water pistol to help her subdue him. Dave: Look at this wrench. Dora Saulnier has so much trouble with her father ' s car, perhaps this would come in handy. Bob: Sally Tanner cerJainly is going to have a lot of headaches in her career as a nurse. Let ' s hope this bottle of aspirin will help cure some of them. Dave: Since Joan Surette was our Class Saint, don ' t you think this Halo Shampoo is appropriate? Bob: Yes, and why don ' t we give this doll to Jean Weagle on which to practice some of her homework as a student baby nurse? Dave: Joonne Martel will, no doubt, welcome this Jack-in-the-Box. We wouldn ' t however, advise getting or keeping Jackie in a box. Bob: And look at this catalog, way down at the bottom. Let ' s give it to Tanya Vlahos to help her keep up with the latest shoe styles. Dave: Well, that just about takes care of all the presents. Bob: And all the girls. Dave: Well, let ' s go home. It ' s getting pretty late. GIFTS TO THE BOYS By VIRGINIA PLAYER and PATRICIA COGSWELL As we were walking on the beach One bright and sunny day, We spied a hefty wooden box Floating in Ipswich Bay. We pulled it in and opened it up, And much to our surprise We discovered the Gifts to the Boys Right there before our eyes. Lucien can use this extra foot I ' m sure you ' ll oil agree; If he adds it to his height. More of a man he ' ll be. To Baldy , who plans to be married. We give this bank account; We made it only fifty cents So it won ' t take too long to count. To George, this little gavel To help him make his point. And if he hits it loud enough The noise will rock the joint. To keep Ray ' s car still running Despite its venerable age And to prevent its falling completely apart This jar of sticky LaPage. To Aidan who likes all sports We give this basketball; Memories of his high school days We hope it will recall. Rollie ' s a boy who wants a car To take on a long, long trip And although this won ' t go very far It really is a pip . To Quack, our future vet. We give this little sick mare And here ' s a little needle To help repair the tear. To Bobby Lang and Donald Crowe We give this strong matched pair (hand cuffs) That will help hold together A friendship that is very rare. Eddie ' s the writer in our class; In sports he specializes; These little notebooks he can fill Which come in various sizes. Flip ' s a funny fellow. So we made him our class clown; To make him King of Merriment We ' ll award this golden crown. [ 32 ] To General Jock of the Army Shock A book of strict regulations To save him the headaches of army life And its trials and tribulations. Bobby Dort ' s joining the air force Just to learn to fly This parachute he ' s sure to need When he foils aloft from the sky. To Dick who has left for the Navy We ' ll award this Navy stripe Which he ' ll be able to sew on tight As soon os the time is ripe. Higgie has o brand new cor; It takes him for and wide. Here ' s an arm that he can use To keep the girl close to his side. We ' ve heard an exciting tale Of Ellis ' roving eye. An album filled with former flames Will be samething to remember them by. Mousie parks so far away In every kind of weather; His passengers will surely need An extra supply of leather. Spencer ' s face and this small beet Are a perfect match, youll agree; But when he really starts to blush It ' s something rare to see. California, here I come, That ' s our Dickie ' s motto; To help to speed him on his way We ' ll give him this little auto. (Dick Lone) This lipstick, Vern, stays on and on It ' s Ponds to give to Ann So next time that you kiss her It won ' t get on your pan . We know there are many places Where Arthur would like to go These travel books will show the way. Whether it ' s high or low. This freckle bleach is just the thing Ta help Dick lose those dots; We hope he knows it ' s just a joke That we really like the spots. (Dick McCormack) CLASS Be it remembered that we the graduating class of 1953 of Ipswich High School, in the Commonwealth af Massachusetts, being of sound mind and memory, but knowing the uncertainty of life, do make this our last will and testament, hereby revoking all former wills by us at any time heretofore made. After the payments of our just debts and funeral charges we bequeth and devise as follows: TO THE FACULTY: Item: A new high school with a larger gymnasium, a launge, and an auditorium. Item: Our sincerest thanks and deepest gratitude for the help and guidance they have given us during our four unforgettable years at I.H.S. Since Mullen ' s initials are D. R. M. We ' ll add this E and A; Just put them altogether. Dove, And your dream is on the way. These are the headlines Jimmy will make When he hits the Great White Way. We know that our class actor Will live to see these some day. Bruce Quint, who spends quit a bit of his time Down in the old pool hall. Can win many more of his games With the magic of this eight ball This pretty rubber curler Will help Edjue with his hair And keep it nice and curly And maybe twice as fair. Red, who likes to sneeze a lot. Merits a box of powder Guaranteed, if he uses it often enough To make him sneeze much louder. Here ' s a set of hunting dogs To help Coon catch a rabbit; We hope that he will catch a lot And that this becomes a habit. Trudy, our class Sherlock, Aims for the F. B. I. This badge will help him get his mon Since his motto ' s Do or Die . To the fastest driver in our class We give this mammoth sign Jack con paste it on his car And warn pedestrians in time. (Jack Ward) To Dave, one of our class lovers. This license we present; Lots of happiness it will bring And it won ' t cost him a cent. Now, boys, if you want ta take these gifts and throw them back in the Bay, We would be the last ones to put anything in your way. But if you decide to keep them as memories of ' 53 It would please us very, very much, both Virginia and me. WILL TO THE EIGHTH GRADE: Item: The privilege of sharing cafeteria with the rest of the high school. Item: The opportunity to select their own subjects. TO THE FRESHMEN: Item: The importance of being on the third floor and associating with the upper-classmen. TO THE SOPHOMORES: Item: The honor of receiving class rings and success in running the Junior Prom. TO THE JUNIORS: Item: The privilege of heading the grand march to the cafeteria and of occupying the front seats in assemblies. [33j Item; The distinction of being envied by the rest of the student body. Item: Success in presenting the Senior Ploy ond managing the Tiger. To Irving Andrews, on extension for his dog ' s leash. To Marilyn Atkinson, a permanent place on the honor roll. To Sylvia Babcock, a back seat for o change. To Michael Bamford, the title of doss Nuisance . To John Boron, Flip ' s ability to tell jokes. To Paul Beaulieu, candidacy for the title of best dressed boy. To Elaine Bernard, an Armand Joy candy bar. • To Paul Bouchard, a paved rood from his house to I.H.S. via the football field. To Pauline Bouchard, a permanent position on the next year ' s varsity basketlxiil team. To Mark Boudreau, a partnership in Marcorelle Bros. To Anthonette Bouzianis and Eugenia Lazaris, a bicycle built for two. To Ernest Brocklebonk, a valet to wake him up in time for school. To Kathleen Burns, the title of class blusher. To Joseph Carey, success on next year ' s football team. To Sheila Carey, a road map marking the way to Braintree. To Carol Cookson, candidacy for the title of prettiest girl. To James Cunningham, a permanent seat at the table in Study Hall. To Rose Marie de Grandpre, a baby-sitting agency. To Thomas De Paolo, a job as one of the T-exaco men on the Milton Berle show. To Janet Dort, candidacy for the title of class athlete. To Marcia Dunn, a representative collection of college catalogs to facilitate her choice of o college. To Barbara Ewing, a telephone of her own. To Charles Geanakakis and Lawrence Maguire, much success as co-captains next year on the gridiron. To Bernadine Goot, Betty Nelson ' s neat appearance. To Barbara Graffum, a year ' s supply of stationery to keep up her correspondence. To Frederick Grant, title of class woman-hater. To Madelyn Grant, a new pair of dancing slippers to replace the ones she has worn out. To Leha Gwinn, a special request to move the high school nearer her home. To Janice Hamm, a bus to transport her many friends. To Judith Hammond, the title of class man-hater. To Carrol Heard, the title of most sophisticated girl. To Patricia Hinton and George Johnson, title of class lovers . To Richard Hudson, an opportunity to race on the Indianapolis Speedway. To Priscilla Jenkens, a handtxjok of the rules and regulations of Ipswich High. To Judith Jewitt, a pKiinter ' s pxallet to encourage her in her art work. To Dorothy Korol, o school day comprised entirely of study hall periods. To Raymond Krol, a seosonal ticket to Fpnwoy Pork. To Peter Lane, his brother ' s position in Study Hall and his good humor. To Alice LeBel, a piggy bank to save her pennies for a cor like her sister ' s. To George Leet, a car of his own to moke good use of his license. To Richard Lemieux, a pair of elevated shoes. To Robert MacDonald, David ' s title of class musician. To Elizobeth MacKenney, o period for relaxation and chatter. To Vincent Marini, use of the auditorium stage to tell of his many travels. To Donna McLeod, o permanent position on Miss Mochaj ' s list of attendance typists. To Mary Anne Patch, the title of Class Saint. To Potricio Patch, a recording of Charlie My Boy. To Charles Pelletier, Beverly Horton ' s seot in Study Hall. To Carolyn Perley, a good luck chorm to word off crippling accidents. To Marja Priede, Jeon O ' Brien ' s friendly manner. To Sallee Prime, Betty Nelson ' s title of doss artist . To Sondra Reedy, candidacy for the title of best dressed girl. To Tevis Reeves, a keener interest in her studies. To William Ring, a bottle of vitomin pills to strengthen his interest in school. To Helene Rodger, free taxi service to get her to school on time. To Arlene Schwartz, a diary in which to record all her pleasant memories. To Gardner Stone, a contract as manager of the Red Sox. To Roger Sturtevont, a longer list of extra work to do for history. To Joanne Sucharski, Dotty MacKoy ' s pleasing way with the boys. To Thomos Surpitski, a portable television so that he can see Time for Beany wherever he may be. To Ann Traversy, Shirley LeClair ' s gift of gab. To Costas Tsoutsouris, a Player piano. To Arthur Weagle, regulor transportotion to Rowley. To Dovid Whipple ond Earl Eustace, success os co- captains of next yeor ' s basketball team. To John Wilson, a souped-up hot rod to win his many roces. On this tenth day of June, 1953, the class of 1953 of Ipswich, Massachusetts, signed the foregoing instru- ment in our presence, declaring it to be their last will and testament, and thereafter, we three, in their pre- sence, and the presence of each other hereto subscribe our names; Edward Sklarz, President Patricia Cogswell, Secretary Edith Hall, Scribe m p R PE OF ’53 Rosalie Arcisz, “Even Now Lucien Arsenault, Small Fry Ronald Baldinelli, Full of Fun and Fancy Free ' Eleanor Blair, Wishing Ring George Bouzionis, Chatterbox Eleanor Boylan, You ' re the Only One I Adore Raymond Budzianowski, Friendly Feeling Rosemarie Camplese, Thumbelina Christine Chionopoulos, Why Don ' t You Believe Me? Aidon Chisholm, Give Me Five Minutes More Suzette Chrimes, A Cute Piece of Property Roland Clements, Sometimes I ' m Happy Patricio Cogswell, Since You ' re Gone Stanley Colas, Oh! When He ' s All Dolled Up Donald Crowe, My Buddy Edwin Damon, Down Yonder Philip Davis, Laugh, Clown Laugh John Devenish, When The Saints Come Marching In Robert Dort, I ' ve Got Rhythm Richard Dow, Minding My Business Beverly Ewing, When You ' re in Love Frances Galicki, Keep It A Secret Barbara Gilman, Tell Me You ' re Mine Virginia Goodhue, Congratulations to Someone Edith Hall, My Everlovin ' Anne Hammersley, It ' s In The Book Arthur Higgins, Everything Happens to Me Lillian Higgins, I Can Dream, Can ' t I? Ellis Hodgkins, I don ' t Give a Good Gosh Darn Margaret Homans, Suddenly Shirley Horsman, Undecided Beverly Horton, Somebody Loves Me Ann Kelleher, Ain ' t Misbehaving John Killam, Somewhere Along the Way Spencer Knowles, Happy-Go-Lucky Richard Lone, Give Me My Boots and My Saddle Robert Long, Me and My Shadow Shirley Le Clair, I Don ' t Care Anne Lombard, Summer Love Dorothy MacKoy, Forget Me Not Vernette Morr, He ' s A Choracter Cora Marshall, Tell Me A Story Arthur Martel, i don ' t Want To Set The World On Fire Joonne Martel, A Full Time Job Grace Matheson, I Keep Telling Myself Richard McCormack, Gh! You Red Head David Mullen, Music Maestro, Pleose Elizabeth Nelson, Congrotulotions To You Jean O ' Brien, Love Letters James Perley, Be Mine Lorraine Pitre, My Baby ' s Coming Home Virginia Player, Once To Every Heart Mary Polychronopoulos, My Heart Belongs To Only You Bruce Quint, Take It Easy Dora Saulnier, Any Where I Wander Catherine Seakas, My Ideal Edward Sklarz, Heh! Good Looking Charles St. Laurent, Charlie My Boy Joan Surette, Ship Ahoy! Solly Tanner, With A Song in My Heart Stephen Tgavalekos, i ' ve Got No Use For Women William Trudel, I Haven ' t Got A Worry In The World Tonya Vlahos, Till I Waltz Again With You John Ward, Roving Kind Jean Weagle, Sweet And Lovely David Williams, You Belong To Only Me WHO’S NAME NICKNAME APPEARANCE LIKES DISLIKES Rosolie Arcisz Ro Energetic Sports Exams Lucien Arsenault Luc Short Bowling Homework Ronald BaldinelM Baldy Nonny Friendly Working Dancing Eleanor Blair Dependable Having fun Hurrying. George Bouzianis Rugged Arguing Being contradicted Eleanor Boylan El Stylish Chumming with Jean Being called on in shorthand class Raymond Budziorxjwski Ray Carefree Girls Walking Rosemarie Camplese Boby Tina Innocent Parties Doing dishes Christine Chinopoulos Fragile Trapeze artists Insincere people Aidan Chisholm Business-like Basketball Conceited girls Suzette Chrimes Suzy Slight Going out Living so far from town Roland Clements Roly Dark Driving his father ' s car Hanging around Patricia Cogswell Patsy Quack Pretty Keeping Jack happy School Stanley Colas Well-dressed Having fun Hurrying Donald Crowe Donny Tall Driving Exams Edwin Domon Donk Happy-go-lucky Baseball Dancing Philip Davis Flip Devilish Football Studying John Devenish Jack Rugged Talking Shy girls Robert Dort Bobby Athletic Sports College boys Richard Dow Dick Slim Working History Beverly Ewing Bev Flirtatious All cars Conceited boys Frances Galicki Franny Borb Tall Drawing Having to speak loudly Barbara Gilman Vivacious Music The long mile home Virginia Goodhue Gini Quiet Bowling Homework Edith Hall Edie Demure To look nice Envious people Anne Hammersley Studious Good marks Being called studious Arthur Higgins Higgy Lil Athletic Football Losing a football gome Lillian Higgins Dreamy Johnny Ray Homework George Hodgkins Ellis Flirtatious Girls School Margaret Homans Peggy Likeable Money Unfriendly people Shirley Horsmon Horsy Sedate Someone to talk to while working Doing dishes Beverly Horton Bev Devilish Pelky Times when there ' s nothing to do. Ann Kelleher Busy Entertaining her friends Doing housework John Killam Mousey Innocent Arguing Staying home nights Spencer Knowles Spence Handsome History Rainy days Richord Lane Dick Impish Farm work Living so far from town Robert Lang Bobby Shirl Dreamy Teasing the girls Blushing Shirley LeCloir Carefree Horses and dancing Nosey people Anne Lombard Independent Sports Babysitting Dorothy MacKoy Dottie Vivacious Cobblers Wise guys Vernett Marr Vern Neat Being tardy Schaol Cora Marshall Cory Fun-loving Bowling School Arthur Martel Marty Jo Happy-go-lucky Movies Hats Joanne Mgrtel Dignified Jackie Laud people Grace Matheson Gracie Mischievous Everyone Homework Richard McCormack Dick Cheerful Judy Reading David Mullen Little Irad Chubby Music Conceited people Elizabeth Nelson Betty Jeonnie Well-dressed Ray Low morks Jean O ' Brien Hoppy-go-lucky Chumming with El Gaining weight James Perley Jimmy Well-dressed Music Housework Lorraine Pitre Light-hearted Driving her father ' s car Blushing Virginio Player Gini Flirtatious Boys Stuffy people Mary Polychronopdos Mare Petite Nice clothes Being broke Bruce Quint Brace Lazy Basketball Classical music Dora Saulnier Friendly To eat School in general Catherine Seokas Caye Excitable Dancing Foolish people Edward Sklarz Edjue Handsome Sports Poor sports Charles St. Laurent Red Fun-loving Shop period School Joan Surette Joanie Friendly To get oheod Insincerity Sally Tanner Sal Pleosont To be dependable Sewing Stephen Tgovalekas Coon Dark Talking Girls William Trudel Jake Devilish Girls Conceited people Tanya Vlahos Ton Chic Dancing Dull Days John Ward Jack Tall Melrose Walking Jean Weagle Jeannie Shy A good time Homework Dovid Williams Dave Athletic Sports Rainy days WHO PASTIME Working Working in’Ciolek ' s Chumming with ' Roy School octivities Eorning money Working Working in the First Notional Chumming with Marie Writing to ' ' Chuck Watching the Harlem Globetrotters Waiting for a telephone call Talking Writing to Jock Hunting Working in the A. and P. Writing for newspapers Going to Melrose Chumming with the gang Working for Tubby Working in the First Notional Babysitting Raising livestock Dating Dancing Working in Woolworth ' s Working in the Public Librory Delivering groceries Listening to Norm Prescott Working at Price ' s Goroge Chumming with Anne Working at the Strand Writing letters School activities Playing pool Working in his father ' s garage Working on the farm Working in the First National Being with the kids Dating Doting Writing to Sally Babysitting Working ot the Strand Remembering Jackie ' s address Chumming with Caye Working for his father Playing the piano Keeping Ray happy Tying up the telephone lines ot El ' s house Stoying in Ipswich Writing letters Working In Janice ' s Earning money Reoding sports stories Driving her father ' s car Hailing a certain cab to take her home ■ Playing pool Riding around in his car Mariner Scouts Writing letters Going to the movies Visiting Janice ' s Ice Cream Parlor Working in Tonyo ' s Shoe Shoppe Chumming with Charlie Bobysitting Baseball AMBITION To become on Olympic swimming star To be a state policeman To own a shiny new car like Ray ' s To be on time for once, and wait for someone else. To write his own history book To travel around the world by any means possible To be a machinist To open a motorcycle factory To see the forty-eight states of the U. S. in forty-eight years To be o sports writer To hove a date for every night in the week To graduate from Ipswich High School To complete her nupitol set of rings To be a veterinarian To go to college To be a writer To be an engineer To be an engineer To be o mechanic To join the Navy To be twenty-one years old as quickly as possible To be on artist and study in Paris To go to college ond meet some- one nice To be a secretary at Ipswich High School To become her father ' s secretary To get her father ' s car every time she asks for it To join the Air Force To gain control of the entire stock of Johnny Ray records To be a disc jockey To invent a special baby-sitting machine and charge $1.00 for its use To be o nurse To become a millionaire To be happy and successful To be a politicion To be President of the U. S. To be o farmer To own a business of his own To become a proctical nurse To be head dietition at the Cable Memorial Hospital To become a secretary to o handsome executive To live in New York To be governess for England ' s royal family To own the Strand To propose a law requiring that all convertibles be painted blue To be successful in life To be a machinist To be a piano teacher To become o commercial artist To learn how to dance as well as El and Caye To be on accountont To acquire the title of First married from the class of ' 53 To groduote from high school To be o secretary To play professional basketball To join the Waves and see the world To be a secretary at Vet ' s Taxi Cab Stand To be an engineer To join the Coast Guard To be a nurse To be an army nurse To own a Cadillac To be a nightclub owner To incorporate Tanya ' s Shoe Shoppe To live in Melrose ’To be a baby nurse to quintuplets To be a coach FAVORITE EXPRESSION Geeney whiz Is that so Thot ' s right Peel me o grape Oh, no! Thot ' s right No kidding Oh, gosh A red truck! Oh, Jone What are you gonna do? Baloney -774-M Why Hi, Hondsome No kidding You ' re evil I think so Really? Don ' t fool around You confuse me Golly Oh, you kids Oh dear Oh, 1 don ' t know Oh, no! No kidding Gee Ho! Ho! Gosh All righty Got any gum? Listen, you kids So what Honest Listen to this Sure Oh, great! Ho-ho We ' ll all be dead 1 bet Gee Here I go again Well? What am I supposed to do? I think so Get off my ear Honest to Pete Get the car ready, Som Oh, heck Well, I don ' t know about that ' Brat Whot P. J. Are you kidding Kill it! O. K. Gee whiz I guess so Yeah You ' re kidding You are handsome Oh, you ' re making me nervous ' Let ' s go to Melrose Gee whiz Oh, no! SPORTS BOYS’ ATHLETICS .4i VARSITY FOOTBALL TEAM Front Row — Vernett Morr, Robert Dort, Arthur Higgins, Philip Davis, James Kelly, John Boron, David Williams. Back Row — Lawrence Maguire, Donald Pailes, Joseph Carey, Charles Geankokis, Arthur Weagle, James Geanakas, Norman Sheppard. BRUCE QUINT The 1952-1953 sport season at Ipswich High School was again very successful. Ever since Elliott Roundy took over the coaching reins in Ipswich, the Tigers have become an athletic power in their class and this year was no exception. The football team rolled up an impressive six and three record while the basketball team racked up twelve wins while losing six. In all sports our teams had the best possible captains who did a tremendous job in moulding our players into spirited, unified, teams. It certainly looks as if next year will be anather successful page on our athletic stary. All we can do is wish the best of luck to all the boys who will be back again next year. Now comes a brief summary of the fine football season. Despite the fact that the Tigers had o six ond three record, the three losses were tremendous games which cculd have come our way with a few breaks. After opening the season with a win over Lynn Voca- tional, the Tigers were really upset by Tewksbury. The The boys came back to beat Johnson but then lost to Danvers and Punchard in succession. At this point the Tigers rallied for four straight victories over Exeter, Chelmsford, Dracut, and Somerville Vocational. So on this successful note the football season came ta an end and basketball took over the spotlight. The basketball season was also very successful. The team finished second in the Cape Ann League and divided eight games against non-league competition. One of the highlights of the season was our two victories over cur arch-rival Danvers. People, who saw us play Punchard, will remember a real thriller, even though we went down to defeat. An eight-game winning streak in the middle of the season made our record look very good. When Manchester upset the Tigers, it cost us our second league championship in a row. In our last game of the year against St. Ann ' s we showed that we should hove been league champs, by coming through with our best victory of the year. Since we didn ' t enter the Small Schools Tournament this year, the basketball season came to an end at this point. The Tiger baseball team will be shooting for their third Straight Cape Ann League championship this year. They have their work cut out for them if they intend to improve on lest year ' s team which went to the state tournament. However, six lettermen may be able to do the trick. It ' s very likely that the team may go to the state tournament once again. And now that I am ready to graduate I would like to wish next year ' s sports editor the best of luck. FOOTBALL TEAM First Row — Vernett Marr, Arthur Weagle, Lawrence Maguire, David Williams, Philip Davis, Robert Dort, Arthur Higgins, Edward Sklarz, Jack Devenish, Charles Geankakis, John Killam, Joseph Carey, Jack Ward, Frank Antonucci. Second Row — Joseph Barkcwski, Richard Lemieux, John Baron, James Geanakas, William Bousley, Donald Pailes, Norman Sheppard, Brian Abbott, Norman Michaud, Richard Pescos- olido. Art Mathieu, Robert Tetreault, James Gillespie, Ellis Hodgkins. Third Row — Bill Baker, LeRoy Larrivee, Bob Comb, David Cory, Edward Strader, John Murphy, David Baldinelli, James Martel, Francis Comeau, Harry Leno, John MacDonald, Dick Collum. Fourth Row — Graham Reedy, Shond Robins, Theodore Pickul, Richard Jones, Allen Jensen, Dovid Ewing, Robert Hills, Ralph Grant, William Boylan, Peter Flynn. Fifth Row — John Michon, Assistant-Coach Saba, Coach Roundy, Assistant-Coach O ' Donnell, Gardner Stone. SENIOR ATHLETES EDWIN DAMON — Ed . . . who really worked hard on the baseball team, will never be forgotten by his team-mates. No one ever tried any harder than he to be a success. His sports column in the papers greatly aided l.H.S. athletics. Good luck, Ed! PHILIP DAVIS — Flip . . . varsity center in his senior year on our football team, made up with spirit and ability what he lacked in weight. His sense of humor seemed to enlighten each practice session. Good luck, Flip! JOHN DEVENISH — Devy . . . although hampered by injuries throughout his entire high school career, proved his ability on the gridiron to everyone. It was he who backed up our line with such great authority. Good luck, Jack! ROBERT DORT — Bob ... a star tackle on our football team and coptain of our baseball team, was a great leader on our athletic clubs. Big, rugged, and powerful is this star athlete. Good luck, Bob! ARTHUR HIGGINS — Art . . . captain of our fine football team illustrated beyond any doubt why he was an all-state player for two years in succession. Never again will l.H.S. turn out a star player like him. Good luck, Art! JOHN KILLAM — Mousie . . . though he never played varsity ball, certainly never gave up trying. He should be an inspiration to every one of us. Good luck, Mousie! VERNETT MARR — Vern . . . who played varsity end on our football team in his final year, played great ball to the delight of our fans. We ' ll certainly remember all the touchdown passes he caught. Good luck, Vern! JAMES PERLEY — Jimmy ... a Rowley boy who played on the basketball team this year, proved com- petent as a top notch reserve. His hustle and poise kept us all on our toes. Good luck, Jim! BRUCE QUINT — Bruce ... a member of our varsity basketball and baseball team, showed his ability and poise to a good advantage. He was a cantributing factor in our athleti c success this year. Good luck, Bruce! EDWARD SKLARZ — Ed . . . our class athlete, captained our basketball team in his senior year. Although injuries hampered him through-out his career, he certainly showed great effectiveness playing on our out- standing baseball team. Good luck, Ed! DAVID WILLIAMS — Dave ... a participant in all three sports really showed to advantage on the baseball diamond. His natural ability showed up in every sport though. Good luck, Dave! |39J Captain Arthur Higgins Assistant-Coach Saba Coach Roundy CHEERLEADERS Left to Right, Top to Bottom — Ann Kelleher, Patricio Cogswell, Patricio Polychronopoulos, Janet Dort, Sophie Boichowski, Peggy Comeou, Dorothy MocKoy, Janice Gilman, Patricia Hinton, 40 J BOYS ' BASKETBALL — VARSITY Front Row — Norm an Shepherd, Bruce Quint, Edward Sklarz, Earl Eustace, David Whipple. Back Row — John Killam, James Perley, Charles Geanakakos, John Wilson, George Johnson, David Williams, Coach Roundy. BOYS ' BASKETBALL SQUAD Front Row — David Williams, Geotge Johnson, Bruce Quint, Edward Sklarz, Norman Shep- herd, Earl Eustace, David Whipple. Second Row — Gardner Stone, James Perley, David Hanlon, Richard Hanlon, Lawrence Maguire, Charles Pelletier, Thomas DePaola, Charles Geanakakos, Coach Roundy. Third Row — Joseph Carey, Aidan Chisholm, James Geanakos, John Wilson, Edwin Damon, Joseph Barkowski, Arthur Weagle, James Cunningham, Michael Bamford. | 41 ] Pep Talk A Tense Moment | 42 ] Edjue Winds Up The Flying Angel Out At First GIRLS’ ATHLETICS As those of previous classes who hove participated in sports look back, they remember the enjoyment and fun of competitive sports during their senior year more than those of any other year, and we are no exception. Badminton, volleyball, and softball were received with much enthusiasm c;luring the fall and spring. Many upper classmen, as well as lower classmen, spent many pleasant afternoons enjoying these activities under the capable guidance of Coach Cogswell. As usual, basketball proved to be the most outstanding and thrilling game of the year. Although we did not have a spectacular season and win every game, nevertheless, by showing continuous teamwork and sportsmanship, we can be proud of the Tigresses of ' 53. Ipswich 27 . . Hamilton 38 Ipswich 21 Groveland 30 Ipswich 31 Rockport 50 Ipswich 37 ... . Hamilton 19 Ipswich 34 ... . Newburypo rt 43 Ipswich 8 . . . . Beverly 49 Ipswich 21 ... . Groveland 13 Ipswich 16 ... . Beverly 38 Ipswich 16 ... . Newburyport 35 The sharpshooting forwards, Anne Lombard, Shirley Horsman, and Elizabeth Nelson scored 21 1 points against the 215 point? scored by the opposition. Edith Hall, Captain Rosalie Arcisz, Virginia Player, Ann Kelleher, Anne Hammersley, and Beverly Horton provided the defense for the 1953 Tigresses. Our appreciation is given to Coach Cogswell and to our Manager Eleanor Blair, who gave many hours to help us through the season. As we put away the sport equipment and records for another year, we wish next year ' s teams all possible success. GIRLS ' BASKETBALL Seated in Front — Captain Rosalie Arcisz. Front Row — Anne Lombard, Elizabeth Nelson, Edith Hall, Shirley Horsman, ' Virginia Player, Ann Kelleher. Second Row — Mgr. Eleanor Blair, Barbara Jodoin, Sondra Reedy, Ann Hammersley, Beverly Horton, Patricia Patch, Maryanne Patch, Eleanor Dziadul, Coach Cogswell. Third Row — Patricia Hinton, Maryann Gallant, Marcia Dunn, Carol Hall, Elizabeth Robertson. GIRLS ' BASKETBALL VARSITY Front Row: Ann Kelleher, Rosalie Arcisz (Captain), Anne Hammersley. Second Row: Eleanor Blair (Manager), Beverly Horton, Elizobeth Nelson, Anne Lombard, Virginia Player, Shirley Horsman, Edith Hall, Miss Cogswell. Nice Shot! | 45 ] CLASS OFFICERS First Row — George Johnson, Vice-President — 1954; Bernodine Goot, Treasurer — 1954; Robert Dort, Vice-President — 1953; Patricia Cogswell, Secretary — 1953; Edward Sklarz, Pres- ident — 1953; Bruce Quint, Treasurer — 1953; Marilyn Atkinson, Secretary — 1954; Lawrence Maguire, President — 1954. Second Row — Charles Sayward, Vice-President — 1955; Judith Wanzer, Secretary — 1956; Patricia Polychronopolous, Treasurer — 1955; Eleanor Dziadul, Secretary — 1955; Sheila Sullivan, Treasurer — 1956; Laurien Levesque, Vice-President — 1956; Howard Publicover, President — 1956. JUNIOR CLASS First Row — Elizabeth MacKenny, Barbara Ewing, Patricia Hinton, Joanne Sucharski, Eugenia Lazaris, Pauline Bouchard, Ann Traversy, George Johnson, Marilyn Atkinson, Bernardine Goot, Lawrence Maguire, Patricia Patch, Judith Jewett, Carol Cookson, Arlene Schwartz, Helene Rodgers, Maija Priede. Second Row — Mrs. Nitardy, Carol Heard, Margaret Elwell, Atonnett Bouzianis, Mary Anne Patch, Elizabeth Crampsey, Madelyn Grant, Elaina Bernard, Alice Le Bel, Sondra Reedy, Dorothy Karol, Rose Mary de Grandpre, Clara Como, Shiela Carey, Lehe Gwinn, Laura Marshall, Kathleen Burns, Miss Blodgett. Third Row — Raymond Krol, Richard Hudson, George Leet, Charles Pelletier, Paul Bouchard, Peter Lane, Marcia Dunn, Donna McLeod, Sylvia Babcock, Judith Hammond, Ernest Brocklebank, Richard Lemieux, Paul Beaulieu, Fredrick Grant, Gardner Stone, Rodger Sturtevant. Fourth Row — James Cunningham, John Surpitski, Arthur Weagle, Charles Geanakakis, John Wilson, John Baron, Irving Andrews, Earl Eustace, David Whipple, Michael Bamford, Robert MacDonald, Joseph Carey, Charles Tsoutsouris, Thomas DePaola, Vincent Marini, William Ring, Mark Boudreau. 1 Front Row — Joanne Krol, Mary Arsenault, Janice Kaszuba, Janice Carpenter, Gloria Wells, Maryanne McCormick, Patricia Polychronopoulos, Charles Sayward, Eleanor Dziadul, Mary Ann Gallant, Carol Hall, Joan Marshall, Judith Pedrick, Nancy Tanner. Second Row — Mrs. Lord, Elizabeth Robertson, Theresa Robins, Joanne Kent, Grace Stone, Alice Barrert, Marilyn Poirier, Barbara Jodoin, Janice Gilman, Carol Thompson, Alice O ' Brien, Elizabeth Andrews, Carol Benishec, Barbara Poor, Beatrice Beaulieu, Miss Cogswell. Third Row — Donald Williams, Carl Hudson, Freddie Cripps, Jean Amerio, Norman Michaud, Maurice Boudreau, Richard Johnson, Harry Leno, Brian Abbott, John Comer, John Achramowicz. Fourth Row — Norman Sheppard, David Hanlon, Richard Hanlon, William Hennessey, David Pelletier, Paul Leet, Frank Antonucci, James Kelly, Jimmy Gillespie, Richard Knowles, Joe Barkowski, Jimmy Geanakas. SOPHOMORE CLASS First Row — Harriet Caverly, Virginia Patch, Darothy Lezon, Jacqueline i. oves, Sophia Baczkowski, Joanne Kent, Audrey Carr, Judith Wanzer, Howard Publicover, Sheila Sullivan, Laurien Levesque, Mary Comeau, Barb- ara Lombert, Joanna White, Marilyn Dow, Ann Pitcairn, Margaret Andreozzi, Barbara Janvrin, Maureen Sheppard. Second Row — Miss Crowley, Richard Greenleaf, Lewis MacRae, Alexander Goot, Richard Brown, Charles ' Adams, James Kent, Alfred O ' Brien, John Derring, Phillip Robishaw, Robert Hills, David Blonda, Frederick Garand, Charles Woodbury, Elizabeth Lavoie, June Budd, Shirley Hull, Judith Davidson, Sarah Andrews, Virginia Bruce, Susonne King, Agnes Doty, Janice Atherly, Madeline Carey, Miss Brown, Miss Manzer. Third Row — John Michon, James Pappas, John Esperson, Clarise Stevens, Shirley Manzer, Corrine Ham- mond, Sarah Cartledge, Vera Saunders, Patricia Grover, Paul Stevens, James Martel, Allen Jenson, Dean Lord, John Clancy, William Morrill, George Hayes, Lucille Gwinn, Denise Cripps, Elizabeth Cook, Alice Babola, Eleanor Knowles, Jacqueline Gallant, Judith Farley, Stephen Woodman, Joseph McCarthy, Edgar Migneault. Fourth Row — Vernell Smith, Robert Mansfield, Frances Beaulieu, John Murphy, James Souter, Donald Pailes, David Lindgren, William Bousley, Ronald MacGilvary, Donald Comeau, John Clogston, Thomas Ward, Ernest Jerrett, Robert Tondreault, John Howard, James Lowry, John Hovey, Gary Casali, Robert Tetreault, Paul Poirer, Clifford Comeau, David Corey, Edward Strader, Richard Pescosolido, Paul Hyatt, John Baldinelli. FRESHMAN CLASS MRS. RUTH A. LORD Mrs. Lord is retiring this year and, with her retirement, comes the end of a legend at Ipswich High School. Underclassmen were awe-struck with tales of her stern discipline until they learned what an understanding and truly unusual person she really is. Her interests vary from an intimate knowledge of bird lore to the analyses of hand writing. Moreover, her will- ingness to tal k about these subjects during class time, together with her unexcelled cultural background, makes her an admirable example of the teaching profession. Ipswich High School will acquire another Latin teacher, but there will never be another Mrs. Lord. FRENCH CLUB Front Row: Miss Blodgett, Ann Kelleher Second Row: Elizabeth Nelson, Joan Surette, Ann Hammersley peut-etre nous ne pouvons pas parler comme les Francais mais nous pouvons manger comme eux. LATIN CLUB Front Row — Carol Benischek, Elizabeth Robertson, Carol Thompson, Janice Kaszuba, Mrs. Lord, Joanne Sucharski, Pctricia Polychronopoulos, Mary Arsenault, Grace Stone. Back Row — John Achramowicz, Alice O ' Brien, Eleanor Dziadul, Barbara Jodoin, Janice Gil- man, Maryanne McCormack, Stanley Colas. Venimus, vidimus sed Latina nos superabat GIRLS ' GLEE CLUB First Row — Alice Barrett, Barbara Janvrin, Harriet Caverly, Elizabeth Cramsey, Elizabeth Andrews, Marilyn Poirer, Sophie Barchowski, Mr. Hill, Dorothy Lezon, Virginia Patch, Jacqueline Reeves, Marilyn Dow, Barbara Lambert, Judith Wanzer, Sheila Sullivan, Alice O ' Brien. Second Row — Shirley Hull, Elizabeth Lavoie, Eleanor Dziadul, Sarah Andrews, Virginia Bruce, Agnes Doty, Madeline Carey, Janice Atherly, Susan King, Judith Davison, Janice Gilman, Barbara Jodoin, Audrey Carr, Margaret Andreozzi, Mary Comeau, Robert MacDonald. Third Row — Mary Arsenault, Janice Kaszuba, Maryanne MacCormack, Grace Stone, Patricia Polychronopoulos, Gloria Zervas, Carol Benischek, Joanna White, Vera Saunders, Denise Cripps, Elizabeth Robertson, Corrine Hammond, Lucille Guinn, Patricia Grover, Beatrice Beaulieu. Fourth Row — Alice Babola, Joanne Krol, Joan Marshall, Shirley Manzer, Clarrice Stevens, Judith Farley, Maryanne Gallant, Janice Carpenter, Eleanor Knowles, Nancy Tanner, Judith Pedric, Sally Cartledge, Elizabeth Cook. BOYS ' GLEE CLUB Front Row — Norman Michaud, Brian Abbott, Stephen Woodman, David Corey, Joseph McCarthy, Mr. Hill, Richard Hudson, Paul Beaulieu, Edward Strader, Robert Tetreault. Second Row — Alexander Goot, Philip Robishaw, William Morrill, John Michon, John Baldinelli, Vernell Smith, Allen Jensen, George Hayes, Robert Hills, Alfred O ' Brien, Robert MacDonald. Third Row — Laurien Levesque Jr., Norman Shepherd, Ellis Hodgkins, John Ward, Robert Dort, Philip Davis, James Souter, David Lindgren, Francis Comeau. Fourth Row — James Gillespie, Frank Antonucci, John Ward, Donald Crowe, Robert Tohdreault, John Clogston, John Howard. CUB STAFF First Row — Rosalie Arcisz, Edward Sklarz, Miss Machaj, Eleanor Blair, Ann Kelleher, Miss Allen, Elizabeth Nelson, Frances Galicki, Sondra Reedy. Second Row — Peter Flynn, Barbara Gilman, Patricia Cogswell, Eleanor Boylan, Stephanie Richardson, Shirley Horsman, Virginia Player, Margaret Andreozzi, Lorraine Pitre, Barbara Sklarz. Third Row — Marilyn Atkinson, Dorothy MacKay, Mary Anne Gallant, Bruce Quint, Beverly Horton, Robert Tetreault, Mary Arsenault, Janice Kaszuba. [ 51 ] Serious Problems Of Democracy Our Junior Prom Keeping In Step The Receiving Line We Form Our ' 53 Our Junior Prom Committee |55J The Late Christopher Bean The Haggett Family, Pa, Ma, Ada, And Susie The Cast And The Crew I ' d Sooner Show Them The Solemn Meal Done! Dr. Haggett A Corner On Christopher Bean! CLASS CELEBRITIES Best Looking Boy Edward Sklarz Prettiest Girl Patricia Cogswell Best Dressed Mary Polychronopoulos Stanley Kolos Most Popular Girl Jean O ' Brien Most Popular Boy Edward Sklarz | 60 J Done Most For the Class Eleanor Blair Done Most For the School John Kill am Most Studious Anne Hammersley Most Likely to Succeed Bruce Quint 611 Class Saint ' Joan Surette Class Dreamer Lillian Higgins Class Optimist ' Jean O ' Brien Class Pessimist Bruce Quint 162 J Class Lovers Mary Polychronopoulos and David Williams Class Blusher John Killam Best Dancers Tanya Vlahos Robert Dort Most Dignified and Class Clown Joanne Martel, Philip Davis Class Baby Ronald Baldinelli Class Artist ' Elizabeth Nelson Class Athletes Rosalie Arcisz Edward Sklarz Class Musician David Mullen [65J 166 ] OUR SPONSORS DONATIONS OF $15.00 OR MORE Dieges - Clust H. P. Hood Sons Hayward Hosiery Loring Studios Sylvania Electrical Products, Inc. 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