Kearny High School - Lamp Post Yearbook (Kearny, NJ)

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 $ ■ Kjx Vji c Vj oAV Cj -o 'Ve fyyu if 'oy f ?(aJjJjlA+iA uA+£a 'XK c ,' f“ M t . tr '■'fcV uj£XL L He KXrmrmXta { Tuxaj ) 12B CLASS HISTORY Feeling old and experienced, now near the top of the ladder of education, all sixty of us were eager to conquer four exciting years in this institution of learning. But once “losing ourselves” inside it on that fateful first day, we felt a little smaller and greener. We got acquainted with Mr. Robert McKellin, our faithful adviser, and elected Carl Laspada, president; Mike Heynio, vice president; Mary Burke, secretary; and Joan Rainey, treasurer as officers for that first term. A year later we became “much older” and “well-educated” sophomores. We planned our “St. Paddy’s Hop” which we considered a satisfying success—very much enthused over our first project. (Thanks, also, to Mr. Richwine’s class.) Carl Laspada. Yolanda Gaglio, Julie McCurlcy, and Pat McPherson were our officers. To lead us through that unforgettable junior year we chose Carl Laspada, Pat McPherson, and Muriel Twist. The “Big Night” was May 11 and “Its” name was Broadway Silhouette”, a prom we’ll never forget. Following that term our neighbors and relatives bought Christmas cards. Lastly we had our “Leap Year Dance”, an all ‘round success. Then we were seniors! All thirty-two of us (unbelievable but true). With Carl Laspada (again!), Muriel Twist, Lillian Silvera, and Nancy Yanecek in office, we auspiced our play Charley’s Aunt”. Next in sight was our Senior Dance, Class Trip, Senior Farewell, and Graduation. About four years we spent working—having fun—making friends—indelible years in our memories and the longest and the shortest four years we shall ever experience. 12A CLASS HISTORY As the portals of Kearny High School close slowly behind us, we, the graduating class of June 1952, pause for a moment to recall the experiences of four years. Such a short time has passed since we entered these same doors to meet Mr. William Richwine, our class sponsor. A little frightened by our new surroundings but ready to take on the whole world, we selected Fred Law, Dottie Hauck. Ed Brandis, and Harry Ferrell to lead us. As freshmen, authority surrounded us. Patiently we waited for the year to pass. Finally our sophomore year arrived. This was the beginning of our high school activity. Planning our first afternoon dance, The Sleighhe]] Swing”, and then our second venture, “St. Paddy’s Hop”, were Neil Secor, Dottie Hauck. Kay Nichols, and Bill Fox. Our junior year we accomplished our goal—we became upperclassmen with Joanne Schreiber. Joe Forlenza. Dottie Hauck. Ronald Thomas, and Flora Karhune at the head. Promoting a Christmas card sale was the first item on a long list of activities. This being very successful, we were able to hold our Junior Prom, Broadway Silhouette”, in the grand manner. Our beautiful library overlooking the Manhattan skyline was transformed into a nightclub. What a wonderful night that was! Then our senior year—the l est was yet to come! Joe Forlenza, Dottie Hauck. Mickey Salerno, and Jack Davidson were selected to guide us through a crowded schedule. A square dance, The Harvest Hop”, was our first fun fair. We then sponsored the mystery-comedy play, “The Cnt and the Canary”. Our last evening dance in the school was “The Leap Year Dance”. Then into the rush of Class Night, the Class Trip to Rye Beach, and our last wonderful formal, the Senior Farewell, held at the Moresque. ■taw the doors are closed, we no longer hesitate, we step forth with firm strides into the future. 5. -t o U 2 z n (Joe rof'len a • z Vi: jrr06- V 0 r wv,