Lexington High School - Lexington Yearbook (Lexington, MA)

Text from Pages 1 - 64 of the 1953 volume:

dT) a! late an as =r fon, mass. e A School XING H1 Che End of an Era... The Class of 1953 finds itself in the singular and honored position of being the last class to graduate from the present high school building, which has served Lexington students for twenty-eight years. Therefore, we would like, as our:devoted duty, to set forth the standards and traditions we now hand on to the future graduating classes. We present in this book a record of our achievements, so that, in the new building and in the new era to come, Lexington High School will be able to model an even greater future on our responsible past. Base your standards on . TABLE UF CONTENTS DEDICATION Page 3 Feet Delpy, Page 4 STUUENT LIFE SECTION | Pages 5-10 STUUENT ACTIVITIES SECTION Pages 11-24 Bet Hilo ee EN Pages 25-34 GHAUUATES Pages 35-55 EPILUGUE ANU FAREWELL Page 56 CLASS PHOTOGRAPHER — ZITSO STUDIO, INC. COVER BY PETER ZITSO '44 PHINTED BY THE ACME PRINTING COMPANY [2] Dedication THE AMERICAN TRADITION... To Miss Helen Harriman we offer deepest appreciation for having instilled in us a spirit of citizenship toward our school and our country, so that we can move forward into our future with a wider knowledge of our role in our forthcoming duties. [3] ... SELF-ANOWLEDGE For broadening our knowledge of ourselves and our capabilities and for urging us to raise our potentialities to the greatest height for the benefit of our own characters, our school, our town, and our nation, we extend sincerest thanks to Mr. Donald K. Tucker. FALULTY... The Lexington High School faculty is organized in fourteen Departments. Mrs. Elinore Blackhall teaches in the Art Department; the Business Department is staffed by Miss Lillian Spidle and Miss Amy Campbell. The English Department is staffed by Mr. Wilbur Cheever, Miss Margaret Kinley, Miss Jennie Bujnie vicz, and Miss Isabel Harriman. Mr. Donald K. Tucker heads the Guidance Department and three other teachers work as part-time counselors. The Household Arts Department is staffed by Miss Ethel Wright and Mrs. Gene Tingloff. Industrial Arts is taught by Mr. A. Irving Dodge and Mr. Robert Proctor. Miss Elizabeth Ratté, Mrs. Margaret Leake, Miss Hilda Allen teach in the Language Department. Mrs. Sheila Creamer is the school’s Librarian. Mr. Kenneth Moyle and Mr. John Adzigian are the two teachers in the Mathematics Department. The Music Department is staffed by Mrs. Margaret Sandberger and Mr. Donald Gillespie. Physical Education is taught by Miss Doris Leavitt and Mr. Edward Abel. Mrs. Eleanor Mahoney is the Remedial Reading Department’s teacher. Miss Agnes Wheeler, Mr. Lancelot Cooper, Mr. Herbert Goddard, and Mr. Irving Sherwood are members of the Science Department. Miss Helen Harriman, Miss Helen McIntyre, Mrs. Myrtle Marshall, Miss Constance Murray, and Mr. Chester Ingraham are the members of the Social Studies Department. Spidle, Miss J. Bujnievicz. Dodge, Mr. L. Cooper. Mrs. M. Marshall, Miss C. Murray, Miss A, Campbell, Miss H. Harriman. Adzigian, Mr. E. Abel. Mr. Manfred L. Warren, Principal |+] Second Row: Mr. H. Goddard, Mr. R. Proctor, Mr. |. Sherwood, Mr. D. Gillespie, Mr. K. Moyle, First Row: Miss H. Allen, Miss E. Ratté, Mrs. E. Blackhall, Miss |. Harriman, Miss H. Mcintyre, Mrs. G. Tinglof, Miss L. Second Row: Mr. W. Cheever, Mr. D. Tucker, Miss D. Leavitt, Miss E. Wright, Mrs. M. Leake, Mr. C. Ingraham, Mr. |. First Row: Mrs. S. Creamer, Miss M. Kinley, Miss A. Wheeler, Mrs. M. Sandberger, Mrs. E. Mahoney, Mraz Student Life Section RESPECT FOR LEARNING... OVERALL COMPETENCE ...WHOLE HEARTED ENJOYMENT... [5] RESPECT FOR A hands-across-the-sea conversation Operating precision drills in the shop . (Mr. Warren, Miss Mc Intyre, Mrs. Sorensen, Miss Murray, (Dick Tyler, Billy Johnston, Leonard Muller) The Honorable Reginald Sorensen, M. P., Genie Loupret) Our esteem for our teachers, for the information and ideas we discussed and absorbed, for the books we used, has grown yearly, until now we can see in clearer perspective the worth and scope of our high school career. We believe that the sooner this respect grows upon a class, the better use that class will make of its remaining school life. This is our reason for establishing respect for learning as one of our chief standards. What did we learn? Not only facts, but methods and procedures that could be used to advantage in many situations: how to address a group with composure; how to marshall ideas and information in logical sequence to find the answer to a problem in trigonometry or American history. We dealt with the practical side of life as well as the theoretical, so that we could prove a chemical or Pat reads the boys a story en francais. Lower Left Corner: A demonstration of the Voice of America .. . (Pat Gibbs, Tad King, Milton Smith) (Ruthe Hardy, Arthur Douglass, Carol Stoney) Below: What’s coming from that dictaphone, anyway? (Betsy Papen, Gil Barclay) LEARNING . .. Ed shows Joan that ‘‘the knee bone’s connect-a-to the “What makes the bulb light?’ ask the intrigued chemists. leg bone”. (Ann Raymond, Faith Rogers, Nancy Oldford) (Joan Fardy, Edward Gaposhkin) physical theory by experimentation, or build a coffee table in shop. Perhaps we learned a new system of communication — French, Spanish, or Gregg shorthand — receiving training in a new language so that we were prepared to take a secretarial job or to see the. world. Perhaps our increased ability to express ourselves in music, art, or writing was one of the most valuable of the gains from our schooling. Certainly our contact with the inspired literary minds of the past gave us greater insight into the achievements of the human race. And so our respect for learning brought many advantages, whatever our interests and talents: knowledge of the subject matter itself; social and democratic procedures used in the classroom; prac- tical training of the laboratory, the shop, or the typing room. Lower Right Corner: Deep thought at a guidance career What girl isn’t interested in weight problems? conference .. . (Sue Powers, Mr. Goddard, Barbara Borngesser, (Bim Mc Causland, Beverly Chaffee, Marjorie Frith) Lucille Rogers) Below: Grammar problem: ‘I ain‘t or | aren't’... (John Allen, Joan Whalen, Jack Mc Laughlin) a ea i AH pare UVERALL COMPETENCE Letting those high notes peal forth. . . Getting a-head on our own set... (The Christmas Choir) (Kennie Kinsmen, Harold Peterson) We recommend all-round participation, skill in many fields, because we know that those who are willing and able to meet all types of situations are best suited for useful living. Therefore, a citizen who can lead when he is called to, but who can also render selfless and devoted service to another leader, is the most valuable product of American schools. At Lexington, a full and interesting program — in the classroom, in the clubroom, and on the playing field — developed our abilities. We learned to take our place in the modern mechanized world, in everything from driving a car to designing a boat or building a television set. We worked to learn the essentials of first aid which are so necessary for every- Low er Left Corner: The red-nosed cabellero ... (Harriet Hardy, Phil Harding) It there a doctor in the house? (Chris Ivusic.. Al. Wilson) : Below: The life you save may be your own. . (Barbara Borngesser, Sandy MacLean, Nancy Harrington) [S| T-men in action... Rotary recognizes the best . . . and gives awards . (Bernie Chiacchia, Frank Forsythe) (Mr. Ingraham; Mr. Cooper; M. Polley, Field Hockey; Miss Leavitt; Mr. Smith; A. Carpenter, Cross Country; R. Albertine, Football; D. Wells, Football; Mr. Abel) one. We cooperated to entertain our classmates, an enthusiastic cooperation which included not only the actual singing or acting, but also the important publicity, business, and much-scorned clean-up jobs. Some of us excelled in our sports activities and were honored in various ways for our sportsmanship, conscientiousness, and ability. The students who lead our daily routine and our exciting events, directing us in the halls, the lunch- room, or the class meeting, especially discovered the values of school citizenship. This overall competence and varied number of skills, then, we see as one of the foundations of an energetic, democratic school today — and a thriving nation tomorrow. Lower Right Corner: Cafet eria cops on their B-eat . (George Fopiano, John Hicks, Leslie Stevens, Bob Albertini, Bill Whiting, Bob Axelson) Below: Giving the brush-off .. . (Bud Downey, Pat Jones) [9] a i, Driving Mr. Proctor crazy... (Barbara Fifield, Mr. Proctor) fit 3 ae ! x e Farewell and Good Luck, Miss Harriman .. . (Micky Mercer, Nancy De Felice, Miss Harriman, Frances Devenezio, Carole Redmond) Making merry with Alan Dary at the Harvest Hop... (L. Stevens; A. Brenchick; Alan Dary, M. C.; M. Rycroft; J. Hicks; S. Murray; W. Johnston) ay SAN LANDS ste by 190,000 Yote Winning, Ladee Doubt! Rally racketeers .. . Ralph Stevens, Don Chandler, Alan Enborg, Art Lassek) (Mr. Moyle) Happy days are here again... Time for a change .. . (John Marques, Russ Sykes) In Christian harmony . . . The pause that refreshes .. . (Christmas Choir) (Promenaders at the Pigskin Dance) FUN AND FRULIL... | 10] Student Activities Section eee ee ng : 3B 3 P 3 ™ 4 a VARIETY ... PARTICIPATION ... ENTHUSIASM ... [11] i. First Row: A. Barker, A. Raymond, D. Smith, Miss Kinley, L. MacElroy, G. Bears, J. Sorrento, J. Wilson. Second Row: L. Rogers, S. MacLean, E. Cross, B. Connor, J. Hendrick, D. Bitzer, E. Timothy, A. Brenchick, M. Miller, |. Yphantis, B. Cohen, E. Smith, S. Proctor. Third Row: Mr. Moyle, L. Stevens, M. Pomposo, P. Gibbs, R. Beatteay, J. Webber, J. Whalen, M. Polley, N. Harrington, N. McLaughlin, G. Loupret, S. Powers, D. Wells, F. Sgrosso. YEARBUUh The preparation of the annual senior class Yearbook was directed this year by Lois MacElroy, Editor-in-Chief; Deborah Smith, Assistant Editor; Grace Bears, Business Manager; Ann Raymond, Assistant Business Manager; Janet Sorrento, Art Editor; and Audrey Barker, Typing Chairman. The usual combination of anxiety and activity produced an interesting and attractive book. Re-arrangement of the annual to produce greater interest and effect on the readers, a chief aim of the staff, and the new feature of a student life section marked the 1953 Yearbook. The great number of clever photographs taken by Fred Sgrosso, a member of the class of ‘53, added immeasurably to the distinction of the book. Special recognition should go to Sandra MacLean, Sally Proctor, Les Stevens, Dave Wells, and Elaine Smith for their writeups. Initiative and dependability marked the staff generally. The expert advice and supervision of Miss Kinley and Mr. Moyle, the faculty advisors, was a chief factor in the production of this book. A guided tour of the printing company .. . (Mr. Collins, A. Barker, J. Sorrento) Eenie-meenie-minie-mo . . (L. Mac Elroy, F. Sgrosso, D. Smith) [12] “Extra, extra, read all about it!” (F. Rogers, M. Frith) Turning out the Spotlight (A. Carpenter, C. Carlson) ... OPOTLIGHT Many major improvements were made in the Spotlight, our school newspaper, during the year 1952-1953. Under the direction of co-editors Barbara Borngesser and Connie Carlson, and faculty adviser Miss Jennie Bujnievicz, issues were increased from four to ten per year, the size of the paper was doubled, money-raising funds such as the sale of book covers were sponsored, and as a result of all these changes, sales more than tripled last year’s total. Forty-two members produced these publications including eight staff editors in the editorial and business departments. Features Editor Sally Proctor, Sports Editor Marjorie Frith, Clubs Editor Ann Brenchick, and School News Editor Carol Stoney saw that their sections were adequately covered. The publicity staff, advertising staff, special projects staff, and circulation staff handled excellently all the business details. Because of the hard work of these staffs and renewed enthusiasm for our school paper, the Spotlight enjoyed tremendous popularity. First Row: A. Catalano, B. Fifield, B. Cohen, R. Beatteay, C. Carlson, B. Borngesser, Co-Editors; A. Brenchick, M. Miller, |. Yphantis, S. Lunt, R. Hardy, B. Gillingham. Second Row: W. Karabats, F. Rogers, P. Wildes, M. Frith, V. Mercer, M. Stiling, S. Proctor, P. Lawler, B. Fuller, D. Smith, J. Manning, L. Hemstreet, C. Culler, B. Chaffee, S. Irwin, A. Carpenter. Third Row: E. Timothy, P. Woody, C. Stoney, G. Bears, J. Whalen, J. Sorento, N. McLaughlin, |. Kiley, P. Kaleta, B. Barry, S. Burke, M. George, M. Clements, E. Mimno. ase te oe 7 x a j KE, STUDENT COUNCIL. First Row: M. Panetta, J. Dexter, A. Rosenberger, Vice President; D. Morash, President; J. Downey, Treasurer; J. Wilson, Secretary; G. Sheldon, J. Lynah. Second Row: Mr. Moyle, R. Sands, F. Sands, P. Russell, E. Higgins, L. MacElroy, S. Proctor, N. Oldford, D. Wells, Mr. Adzigian. Third Row: P. Read, D. Chisholm, R. Morash, R. Axelson. As one of our most active, well- supported, and democratic groups, the Student Council plays an important part in all school activities. The purpose of Student Council is to further the in- .terests of the student body, to promote better student relations, and always to improve upon existing school problems. This year the popularly-elected mem- bers made it possible for our new cross . country team to receive athletic letters, and they have also appropriated money to the assembly committee, revised the traffic system, and sponsored the Har- vest Hop for the entire school. The group also worked on arranging a tentative calendar of major events for the coming school year, and delegated members to attend various conventions at neighboring high schools. The agenda of each meeting is posted on the bulletin board before the Mon- day meeting, and the report of each meeting is posted on Tuesday. In this way, all students can know what prob- lems and projects were discussed by the young people they elected to repre- sent them. Our Student Council, with its twenty members, its adviser Mr. Top Candid: A major problem in the solving .. . (0. Morass PWileca pence Adzigian, and its active Participation in behalf of Lexington High School is Above: Democracy in action . . . an organization reflecting democracy (B. Downey, J. Hicks, D. Morash) in action. [14] ... HUNOR SOCIETY First Row: P. Gibbs, C. Peirce, G. Loupret, Vice President; C. Packard, President; L. Rogers, Secretary; J. Hall, L. MacElroy. Second Row: D. Cullington, P. Read, J. Wilson, S. Proctor, B. Borngesser, D. Wells, D. Morash, Miss Murray. Not Pictured: D. Smith, G. Bears. Seven members, elected at the end of their junior year, this fall began the activities of the Lexington Chapter of the National Honor Society. Under the competent direction of their faculty adviser, Miss Constance Murray, and President Charles Packard, the group started an ambitious program to make the Chapter an even more active and useful part of the school. Among the duties the Honor Society assumed were the arrangement and upkeep of the bulletin boards and the guidance and reception of visitors to the school. As a long-term activity, the members of the Chapter compiled a handbook designed to be an introduction and a guide to ninth and tenth-graders enter- ing the High School, or to new pupils. This handbook contains resumés of the activities of the various clubs and organizations in the school, a plan of the rooms, and a collection of school songs and cheers. In February, the Lexington Chapter sponsered an initiation assembly for nine more members from the senior class to the National Honor Society. Top Candid: At work on the handbook . Chosen because of their scholarship, (Gala Breech Packard, (DecSmithi leadership, character, and service, they help to make this society a responsible Above: Works Well dane source of leadership in school affairs. ee soeeeliecy og Frocton, [15] [16] First Row: E. Smith, V. Mercer, G. Bears, J. Hall, L. Rogers, M. Miller, 1. Yphantis. Second Row: C. Peirce, Miss |. Harriman, P. Shanahan, S. Murray, B. Porter, H. Nason, R. Mirabelli, P. Ross. ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE... Chairman Joe Hall, faculty adviser Miss Isabel Harriman, and fourteen members compose the Assembly Committee. Meeting bi-weekly, this group plans all assemblies, sponsering at least two each month. Outstanding artists made appearances, including Mr. William Stevens, brilliant young Canadian pianist. The committee made it possible for the entire student body to watch the inauguration of President Eisenhower. The three sports awards assemblies were given. Because of the ideas and plans of this Organization, the school enjoys many excellent assemblies. REN CHOSS... The main function of our Red Cross Council is to direct the annual Red Cross Drive in the school by collecting funds. Other projects for this year included the packing of gift boxes for Korean children, the filling of Christmas gift stockings for worthy children, volunteering services as babysitters on Blood Bank days, and the making of a scrapbook to send overseas. inc Mrs. William Ames, Chairman of the Lexington Chapter of Junior Red Cross, and faculty adviser Miss Agnes Wheeler guided the Council during its successful, rewarding year. First Row: A. Barker, B. Connor, Secretary; P. Gibbs, President; Miss Wheeler, A. Raymond, Vice President; S. Irwin, Treasuver; Se RiOGhOn Eee ypharnkiss Second Row: R. Bertini, J. Fardy, H. Nason, J. Dexter, D. Bitzer, V. Armstrong, C. Culler, J. Wilson, A. Catalano, R. Leiby. Third Row: S. Murray, K. Johnson, |. Silva, D. Trebino. First Row: L. Rogers, |. Yphantis, Secretary; D. Lightbody, Vice-President; J. Hall, President; P. Crosby, Treasurer; R. Mirabelli, E. Smith, G. Bears. Second Row: D. Smith, G. Loupret, P. Gibbs, B. Fifield, B. Chaffee, M. Frith, C. Carson, B. Borngesser, S. Powers, R. Leiby. Third Row: C. King, S. Loring, D. Dunlap, Mr. Goddard. ... JCFENCE CLUB Twenty-two members, under the guidance of Mr. Herbert Goddard, formed the Science Club, now in its second year of organization. They planned several projects, including the assembling of a short wave radio and the making of a small telescope. Each member chose one of the following fields in which to center his interest: biology, space travel, chemistry, electricity, and astronomy. These groups contribute to the annual Science Fair. Their experiments and projects make this fair successful, and the Science Club itself is one of great school interest. ... FRAFFIC SQUAD For the first half year this volunteer group of senior girls acted as traffic marshals in the corridors. At the half year mark a new squad took over. The way concerned students participated in relieving the traffic problem is typical of the enthunsiastic interest the student body takes in maintaining our standards of order and efficiency. First Row: E£. Timothy, A. Brenchick, V. Mercer, M. Stiling, S. Proctor, M. Miller, A. Raymond, J. Martin, D. Peirce. Second Row: J. Wilson, P. Jones, S. Phil, N. Harrington, |. Silva, M. Polley, L. MacElroy, N. Oldford, M. Pomposo. OENTUR PLAY Se First Row: C. Peirce, G. Loupret, P. Bagelman, S. Proctor, W. Lunt, L. Rogers, R. Morash, |. Silva, D. Chandler, J. Sorrento, P. Gibbs, J. Webber. Second Row: D. Smith, P. Stokes, A. Brenchick, A. Raymond, M. Polley, N. Harrington, N. McLaughlin, D. Bitzer, D. Wells, Mr. Cheever, P. Ross, C. Carlson, R. Beatteay, V. Mercer, A. Barker, S. Irwin, R. Hardy, H. Hardy. Third Row: E. Timothy, |. Yphantis, B. Connor, L. MacElroy, J. Allen, D. Dunlap, B. Allen, D. Morash, D. Cullington, J. Downey, R. Childs, R. Mirabelli, S. Powers, B. Borngesser, S. MacLean. The Senior Play is a main function and foremost money-raiser of the Senior Class. The tryouts for this year’s production, A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court, were held in early December. A faculty committee, headed by Mr. Wilbur Cheever, chose the following cast: Hank Bennett—Russell Morash, Jr.; Mrs. Bennett, his mother —Jean Webber; Marion, his sister—Janet Sorrento; Merlin—Watson Lunt; Queen Morgan le Fay—lIrene Silva; King Arthur—Charles Peirce; Queen Guenevere—Genie Loupret; Clarence—Patricia Gibbs; Elaine—Sally Proctor; Sandy—Lucille Rogers; Sir Sagramor— Paul Bagelman; Sir Launcelot—Donald Chandler. The play was hailed by all as a greatsuccess, dramatically and financially. Much credit belongs to Mr. Cheever, director, and Paul Ross, student assistant. Stage Manager Sandra MacLean, Business Manager Bruce Allen, Scenery Chairman Lois MacElroy, Staging Chairman Richard Child, Costumes Chairman Connie Carlson, and Make-up Chairman Ann Brenchick supervised the committees that worked so hard backstage. With committee help, excellent direction, and enthusiastic support by the student body, A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court was a Senior Play to be long remembered as a most successful, entertaining, and cooperative effort of the Senior Class. Left Below: ‘‘Hey, what do you think you're doing?” (D. Chandler, R. Morash, P. Bagelman) Right Below: Oh, that gooey grease paint . (A. Brenchick, C. Peirce, W. Lunt) [18] ee a ; First Row: G. Rhodes, D. Cullington, J. Marques, J. Downey, P. McLaughlin, J. Hall, E. Robinson, A. Engborg, A. Douglass, R. Axelson, P. Ross, C. Peirce, R. Mirabelli. Second Row: A. Buttaro, P. Shanahan, D. Wells, G. Loupret, R. Stevens, Mrs. Sandberger, R. Morash, M. Polley, D. Morash, D. Smith, R. Wharton, A. Rosenberger. Third Row: J. Simons, V. Cromwell, N. Morse, S. MacLean, C. Stoney, M. Frith, |. Silva, B. Porter, M. Pyle, S. Bolter, A. Brenchick, M. Hendrick, B. Steele, J. Hendrick, N. Tabor, R. Sands, A. Richardson. Fourth Row: D. Hederstedt, D. Chandler, P. Crosby, R. DeSimone, W. Lunt, P. Mather, M. Rycroft, K. Johnson, N. Harrington, S. Traver, J. Sorrento, C. Mears, E. Harris, A. Johnson, R. Murray, R. Child. A talented and hardworking cast, directed by Mrs. Sandberger, presented the Gilbert and Sullivan operetta The Mikado on the 10th and 11th of April this spring. This gay and musical work was received with much enjoyment by capacity audiences on both nights of its production. Ralph Stevens played Nanki-Poo, the heir to the Japanese throne, disguised as a wander- ing minstrel. His rival for the affections of the affections of the heroine was Ko-Ko, the Lord High Executioner of the town of Titipu, played by Russ Morash. Dave Morash, as Pooh-Bah, a haughty Japanese lord, and Alan Buttaro, as Pish-Tish, another aristocrat of Titipu, gave excellent performances. The Mikado of Japan himself was portrayed by Dave Wells. Katisha, an elderly woman in love with Nanki-Poo, was characterized by Marcia Polley. The three little maids—Yum-Yum, the coquettish ward of Ko-Ko, Pitti-Sing and Peep-Bo, her friends and schoolmates—were played by Sandy Bolter, Martha Pyle, and Pat Shanahan on macoy night, and by Ann Rosenberger, Debbie Smith, and Genie Loupret on Saturday night. The chorus of 50 girls and boys was musical and colorful. Dick Wharton was the general understudy for all mens’ parts, Harold Robinson was pianist during rehearsal. Watson Lunt was a capable stage-manager. Another success in a long series of exciting productions, The Mikado was an outstanding event in Lexington High School's calendar. Right Below: The all-important publicity . (D. Bitzer, B. Hooper) Left Below: ‘’Behold the Lord-High-Executioner’’ (Operetta principals) [19] Alea Rew P. McLaughlin, D. Cullington, D. Wells, Vice President; D. Morash, President; J. Marques, Secretary; J. . Ross. Second Row: Mrs. Sandberger, D. Lutz, J. Hall, R. Axelson, A. Douglass, R. Stevens, A. Buttaro, C. Peirce Third Row: R. Murray, R. Wharton, R. Mirabelli, G. Rhodes, J. Carpizo, G. Saltzgaver, P. Crosby. BOYS CHOIR... Thirty boys, meeting weekly under the direction of Mrs. Margaret Sandberger, com- pose our male music organization. Originally formed for the enjoyment of its members, this group has entertained the entire school with its rhythmic four-part harmony. It has performed for the Armistice Day and Christmas assemblies an d participated in the annual Spring Concert and in our presentation of the Gilbert and Sullivan operetta ‘’The Mikado.” GIRLS GLEE CLUB... The Girls’ Glee Club with its fifty members directed by Mrs. Margaret Sandberger adds much musical zest to our school life. The club sings at assemblies and at Parent- Teachers Association meetings during the year and contributes many members to the operetta chorus and annual Spring Concert. Top performances are, and promise always to be, the keynote of this active group. First Row: M. Polley, M. Frith, E. Smith, D. Smith, G. Loupret, S. MacLean, Secretary; N. Oldford, President; M. Polley, Vice President, P. Shanahan, M. Pomposo, A. Raymond, P. Jones, D. Peirce, R. Beatteay. Second Row: Mrs. Sandberger, L. Rogers, B. Robertson, C. Cannon, M. Hendrick, B. Steele, M. Pyle, N. Harrington, S. Traver, J. Hendrick, C. Mears, B. Porter, A. Rosenberger, M. Panetta, L. Milliken, S. Bolter, N. Morse. Third Row: A. Brenchick, E. Harris, B. Borngesser, R. Whalen, A. Lundberg, C. Carlson, R. Wells, G. Bears, M. Ricker, G. Meurer, A. Holmes, G. Frith, V. Armstrong, J. Fletcher, B. Fifield, B. Cohen; S. Proctor. Downey, First Row: P. West, P. Woody, A. Johnson, K. Johnson, W. Hall, B. Hanson, G. Bears, V. Cromwell, A. Engborg, Mr. Gillespie. Second Row: A. Lassek, R. Stevens, S. Burke, B. Gaffey, A. Leahy, R. Leiby, K. Gaposhkin, E. Gaposhkin. Third Row: C. Peirce, H. Robinson, D. Chandler, J. Hendrick, B. Borngesser, J. Diamond, A. Rosenberger, J. Hall, B. Varano, S. Stuart. ... URCHESTHA Mr. Donald Gillespie, aided by Concert Mistress Grace Bears, directed the Senior High School Orchestra in a busy, satisfying, and most successful year. The Orchestra played at the Senior Play, the annual Spring Concert, and the Music Festival in Malden. Some members were selected to play in the All-State Orchestra which met in Springfield for two days in February. ... BAND The Lexington Junior-Senior High School Band is an organization of fifty members, led by its appreciated director, Mr. Donald J. Gillespie. This skillful and practiced unit plays at all pep rallies and marches at all football games, and also performs at the annual Spring Instrumental Concert. It well represents our school at the All-State Musical Festivals. First Row: P. Bradford, A. Leahy, J. Stewart, R. MacInnis, N. Teel, K. Gaposhkin, R. Fletcher, T. Legro, L. Ryan, T. Ross, M. Wilkins, N. Galvin, P. Ousback, R. Crowiey, A. Brenchick, Mr. Gillespie. Second Row: R. Draper, W. Peirce, A. Lassek, A. Engborg, M. Crosby, H. Robinson, D. Chandler, R. Stevens, P. West, E. Gaposhkin, C. Peirce, E. Martin, G. Wood, R. Woody, J. Milliken, A. Schumacker, D. Coomber, L. Baxter. Third Row: C. Carpenter, B. Guernsey, L. Grush, C. Sisson, P. Collins, P. Woody, L. Lynch, M. Barrett, B. Borngesser, J. Hall, B. Varano, T. Heath, B. Greenlaw, F. Fischer, P. Engborg, J. Murray, J. Lannefeld, J. Roche. a a sic NS OTR eX eg) Ree FRENCH CLUB... First Row: S. Proctor, L. Rogers, G. Loupret, S. Powers, A. Carpenter, P. Mather, Secretary, S. MacLean, President; M. Panetta, Vice President; P. Crosby, Treasurer; N. Harrington, M. Polley, A Raymond, M. Pomposo, E. Smith. Second Row: M. Longeret, J. Wilson, B. Chaffee, P. Gibbs, B. Cohen, F. Rogers, G. Meurer, S. Traver, M. Ricker, C. Mears, N. Morse, V. Armstrong, N. Legro, L. Milliken, H. Nason, S. Lunt, D. Wells, Miss Ratté, P. Read. Third Row: D. Lightbody, D. Morash, L. MacElroy, C. Culler, A. Pickering, M. Rees, |. Kiley, S. Crowley, A. Holmes, G. Frith, G. Sheldon, S. Bolter, E. Harris, J. Fletcher, B. Barry, P. Shanahan, S. Murray, B. Porter, C. King. Le Cercle Francais is a group of our fifty juniors and seniors who are studying or have recently studied French. Its purpose is to provide an enjoyable and constructive outlet for spoken French and to gain knowledge of that country’s culture. The group meets bi-weekly under the leadership of its faculty advisor, Miss Elizabeth Ratté, and its student officers, and carries on varied programs and projects. French music and games have added to the meetings, and projects have included sending books to French school children and purchasing film strips on France for the benefit and enjoyment of all French classes. A most successful Christmas party was held this year, and a gala costume ball, ‘‘La Fete de Mai”, given by the club for the entire student body. This organization provides an interesting and rewarding extra-curricular activity for all students interested in the French language, people, culture, and country. “Frere Jacques, Frere Jacques, dormez-vous?”’ (P. Mather, A. Carpenter, S. Mac Lean, D. Lightbody, M. Longeret) | 22] First Row: S. MacLean, D. Smith, G. Loupret, L. Rogers, D. Morash, Treasurer; L. MacElroy, Vice-President; R. Morash, President; S. Proctor, Secretary; N. Oldford, A. Brenchick, C. Cannon, J. Lannefeld. Second Row: P. Ross, C. Carlson, P. Gibbs, C. Culler, M. Hendrick, J. Herbold, 8. Tucker, S. Lunt, H. Fay, D. Lyons, M. Clements, J. Manning, H. Nason, V. Cromwell, Mr. Cheever. Third Row: C. Peirce, R. Stevens, P. Bagelman, J. Marques, R. Wells, J. Fletcher, P. Shanahan, S. Murray, E. McCausland, R. Mirabelli, D. Wells, P. Read, J. Carpizo, W. Cheever. Our Dramatic Club was one of Lexington High School’s largest, most active, and enthusiastic groups. | This organization, competently guided by Mr. Cheever and Russell Morash, its able president, started the year by electing twenty-three students to membership. This brought the total enrollment to forty-three members. Although acting and characterization were em- phasized, the interests of the group also included directing, make-up, scenery, and writing. Several worthwhile and entertaining programs were planned and presented at the bi-weekly meetings. Original : skits, educational films, a make-up demonstration, | and a talk on sincere characterization highlighted | the years’ work and play. | The major contributions to the school were i an evening of three one-act plays, and a general f assembly program of short plays. Members of the club also had the opportunity of attending profes- | sional performances of plays in Boston. This group is unmatched in providing a training center for would-be dramatists, actors and actresses, or theater-goers with a knowledge of dramatics. Will she get the job? (P. Ross, S. Proctor) [23] Seated: S. Lunt, B. Cohen, Vice Chairman; E. Smith, B. Fifield, Chairman; P. Gibbs, H. Nason, R. Leiby. Standing: Miss Kinley, W. Karabats. BOUh CLUB... Organized only last year, the Book Club is successfully achieving its principal aims. These are to learn of the enjoyment, knowledge, and satisfaction that reading offers, and to discuss books that are of value in school and in later years. The small but active group meets on the last Thursday of the month at the home of one of the members. A business meeting is followed by an informal discussion of the current book. Under the guidance of Miss Margaret Kinley, faculty adviser, the club sent a contribution to an educational organization supplying books to backward and war-torn areas. Several meetings were devoted to the comparison and discussion of some Shakespearian plays. ... DISCOPHILES The, new Senior Discophiles Club was formed to promote interest in and to further develop knowledge of all music — classical, semi-classical, popular, and western. Programs included listening to and discussing classical and semi-classical records, the showing of films on popular music, and demonstrating the effects drumming has upon music. Mr. Nelson Bragg, a W. C. O. P. disc jockey, spoke to the group and played records revealing the differences among hill-billy, western, and folk songs. The enthusiastic contributions of the tripled membership and of the well-organized program committee made the new Discophiles Club Meetings appealing to all music lovers. First Row: J. Webber, N. Carpenter, E. Doherty, R. Bertini, V. Mercer, S. Proctor, Secretary; P. Bagelman, Vice President; A. Raymond, President; D. Cullington, Treasurer; P. Gibbs, |. Yphantis, E. Smith, A. Brenchick. Second Row: R. Leiby, F. Rogers, J. Martin, J. Wilson, E. Cross, N. Harrington, N. McLaughlin, J. Whalen, B. Fifield, C. Carlson, B. Cohen, B. Borngesser, E. Timothy, J. Fardy. Third Row: L. Bodemer, P. Stokes, D. Stoney, M. Frith, B. Chaffee, M. Polley, E. Papen, J. Geddes, B. Tessier, M. Pomposo. Fourth Row: D. Lutz, P. Crosby, D. Lightbody, E. McCausland. ports Section... SPORTSMANSHIP... VIGOROUS ACTION... TEAMWORK... [25] First Row: B. MacDonald, E. Cross, E. Smith, N. Oldford, J. Martin, G. Sheldon, S. Powers, M. Polley, Captain; S. Crowley, M. Pomposo. Second Row: C. Carlson, S. McCormack, M. Frith, N. Harrington, B. Chaffee, J. Webber, P. Wildes, A. Holmes, M. Pyle, B. Gillingham, E. Harris, G. Frith, T. Terletzky, |. Kiley, Miss Leavitt. Third Row: A. Furey, J. Hultman, E. Higgins, A. Donnelly, R. Whalen, B. Coleman, J. Lynah, P. Russell, B. Tucker, S. Knights. FIELD HOCKEY... Five wins, one loss, and one tie constituted the excellent record of the girls’ field hockey team. Coach Leavitt and her group of outstanding athletes had little trouble in maintaining a standard of success and sportsmanship. Goalie Janice Martin held the varsity score to only three points against our team during the last two years, and Marcia Polley, playing her third year on the varsity team, did a powerful job at center halfback position. Marcia Polley was chosen captain for the year. Barbara MacDonald, Betty Cross, and Susan Powers added their skill and experience to the defensive line. Mary Ann Pomposo, equally versatile at any offensive position and Nancy Oldford, team’s high scorer, played important parts on the strong forward line. Nancy Harrington was captain of the junior varsity team, which also submitted a good season record. Cynthia Karlson and Irene Kiley managed the field hcckey team with competence and responsibility. In short, everyone con- nected with the team is to be commended for bringing another successful record to the Lexington High School girls’ field hockey squad. peice Pers Q ye epestes gered ; } exington .... | ea . . “ Charge of the light brigade. . . Eetingeon rte es Moleceen SS 0 First Row: N. Oldford, E. Smith, J. Martin, G. (N. Oldford, B. MacDonald, B, Cross, E. Smith) “‘toancien queens ae He ih ele SI: Cexipcione ie Wate ure eee Second Row: S. McCormack, B. MacDonald, E. Lexington... . 1 Arlington .0 Harris, S. Powers, M. Polley, Captain; S. Crowley. : Lexington... 6 Winthrop eld, Lexington... 0O Wellesley ... 12 Lexington ... 12 Stoneham ... 0O Lexington arn e ete PPC E 13 : ingt we field ae Pre The Big Three... lexington aaa 6 Punchord 16 Driving for that extra yardage... E i . Wells, L. ns, R. i Lexington... 19 Needham _ 14 (Co-captains D. Wells, L. Stevens, Albertine) ecinet ae Reading ae (R. Morash, G. Royal, J. Marques) Lexington... O Concord 25 ... FOOTBALL Our football team, though lacking depth, was not wanting in spirit and loyalty. The shortage of manpower worried Coaches Ingraham and Cooper at the beginning of the year, but the team proved its capabilities by scoring more points during the season than any other Lexington team in recent years. Injuries during the season failed to faze this enthusiastic group of boys. Bob Perry, Jack Hicks, and Don Nottebart received serious injuries, and they were missed by the team. However the three captains, lineman Les Stevens, center Bob Albertine, and halfback Dave Wells led sparkling attacks against the nine opposing teams. Our victories over Stoneham, Needham, and Reading were especially impressive because the Lexington eleven came from behind each time to win. Although it is difficult to select any outstanding players from this group of equally fit, equally hardworking boys, special mention is due to ‘Junior’ Marques, the little giant who was a deciding factor in many games, and to Gardner Rice, Russell Morash, George Royal, Bill Whiting, and Bud Downey. As the final team in the long coaching career of Mr. Chester Ingraham, this year’s football squad will be remembered with admiration as a team with real punch and enthusiasm, a team that never gave in and fought to the last play. First Row: W. Callahan, R. Perry, G. Rice, G. Royal, R. Albertine, L. Stevens, Co-Captains; K. Kinsman, J. Hicks, J. Marques, J. Downey, P. Glennon, G. Fopiano. Second Row: Coach Cooper, W. Whiting, B. Kinneen, H. Evans, D. Wells, Co-Captain; R. Sykes, R. Morash, R. Kelley, R. Blume, G. Moloy, E. Kinneen, D. Nottebart, Coach Ingraham. Third Row: W. Connor, J. Marsh, R. Murray, D. Dawes, A. Stewart, L. Schauer, R. Weisensee, R. Fassnacht, G. Rhodes, W. Ferry, R. George, P. Scopa. Fourth Row: D. Deloury, M. Seymour, J. Dowd, R. Ferreira, R. Schmid, G. Flanagan, S. Morey, R. Fietze, R. Hale, S. Stuart. Fifth Row: R. Figenbaum, J. Perry, J. Corrigan. Lexington ... Lexington ... Lexington ... Lexington ... Lexington ... Lexington... Lexington... Reading Belmont Melrose ..... Concord Wellesley Winchester. . . Arlington.... GIRLS BAShETBALL... This year’s girls’ basketball team overcame the handicap of inexperience and emerged a strong team with five wins and two losses. Above Left: Janie Martin shooting a ‘‘’swisher’ . . . while guards Marcia Polley and Nancy Oldford attempt to block her. Above Right: S. Crowley, G. Frith, M. Polley, B. Chaffee, S. Powers, N. Oldford G. Sheldon, J. Martin. In her third year on the varsity team, Marcia Polley played an excellent, speedy game, and Susan Powers was another scrappy defense player. Janice Martin, another third year varsity veteran, and Beverly Chaffee, a new senior who showed continuous skill, played on the high scoring first string team. Team managers Joanne Wilson and Camille Maguire were ever ready to help the girls in any way, and Coach Leavitt produced a basketball team made up of speedy, capable, and quick thinking girls who played their games with an enthusiasm and intensity to be admired. First Row: S. Powers, N. Oldford, M. Polley, S. Crowley, Coach Leavitt, G. Frith, B. Chaffee, J. Martin, G. Sheldon, B. Borngesser. Second Row: C. Maguire, J. Capatosto, M. Clements, D. Smith, M. Pomposo, B. MacDonald, E. Doherty, M. Frith, E. Cross, A. Holmes, P. Russell, P. Mather, J. Wilson. Third Row: J. Lynah, P. Wildes, J. Hultman, J. Miller, B. Steele, R. Whalen, S. Burke, S. Phelps, J. Knights, A. Donnelly, K. McCormack. First Row: G. Rice, D. Nottebart, B. Kinneen, E. Kinneen, R. Sykes, Captain; P. Glennon, A. Busa, R. Blume, P. Harding. Second Row: Coach Abel, R. Marsan, G. Moloy, C. Dymsza, R. Nottebart, S. Hauser, R. Schmidt, G. Flanagan, W. Connor, A. Carpenter. Third Row: W. Karabats, S. Stuart, W. Hooper, D. Chisholm, J. Marsh, F. Butler, G. Richards, R. Figenbaum. ... BUYS BASKETBALL Despite the handicap of inexperience, the 1952-1953 boys’ basketball team retained its spirit of fair play, good sportsmanship, and drive throughout the whole season. The ten boys who played alternately on the first string were equally matched in skill and participation. Captain Russ Sykes, Bernie Kineen, Eddie Kineen, Don Nottebart, Steve Hauser, Paul Glennon, Phil Harding, Gardner Rice, Ronnie Blume, and Tony Busa all contributed their best to make the season a success. Coach Abel spirited the boys to many near victories and his team never lost a game by more than five points. Student managers Bill Karabats and Alden Carpenter were always on hand to help the boys in any way possible, and credit also goes to the members of the student body who avidly supported the team at home and away games. Lex Opp. ' 56- 53 Dec. 12 Matignon Here 45 - 50 Dec. 19 At Watertown 48-51 Jet. 2 Wakefield Here 60 - 59 Jan. 6 Reading Here 41-43 Jan. 13 At Belmont 47-53 Jan. 16 Stoneham Here 78 - 40 Jan. 20 Melrose Here 52 - 61 Janwezs At Winchester Below Left: R. Sykes, Captain; E. Kinneen, P. Glennon; 55-56 Jan. ah at bas det BI Gani Pp 44-48 Jan. 3 eading A. Busa, D. Nottebart, R. Blume, G. Rice, P. 61-33 Feb. 3 Concord Here Harding, S. Hauser. 48-52 Feb. 6 Belmont Here 54-49 Feb. 10 At Stoneham Below Right: Phil Harding, Gardner Rice, Paul Glennon 74-29 pep. a po abtie Here all compete for a rebound. : Feb. 27 At Matignon Mar. 6 At Punchard Non-League games. First Rew: W. Johnston, A. Wilson, G. Royal, J. Second Row: R. Albertine, D. Deloury, D. Bullock, W. Whiting, J. M. Andolina, R. Murray, A. Burri, J. Augustine. Between the halves .. . (Front: W. Johnston, R. Tyler. Rear: L. Stevens, J. Hicks, J. Marques, A. Wilson) Marques, L. Stevens, R. Tyler, J. Hicks. Dowd, R. Bettencourt, R. Carmichael, HOCKEY... | Our 1952-1953 contribution to the Eastern Massachusetts League was generally considered a significant threat. Lexington finished in the third place, despite infrequent practices. The boys on the forward line, Bill Johnston, Dick Tyler, and Alan Wilson, did an outstanding job, backed up by the able line of Bill Whiting, Dave Deloury, and Ronnie Bettencourt. The defensemen, three of the league’s largest, Les Stevens, Jack Hicks, and George Royal, were very seldom pushed around. This trio, plus the brilliant work of all-star goalie ‘‘Junior’’ Marques, was all but invincible. Coach Tom Moon, one of the league’s finest, piloted the team throughout a successful season. As an ex-hockey star himself, he injected much of his spirit and ability into this squad of experienced and enthusiastic hockey players. Lexington .. 3 Malden .... 0 Lexington .. 0 Brookline .. 1 Lexington .. 1 Wakefield. . 2 Lexington .. 1 Natick easel Lexington .. | Dedham ... 1 Lexington .. 4 Somerville .. 0 Lexington .. 8 Hudson 2 Play-offs Lexington .. 1 Natick ....3 Lexjngton .. 0 Brookline .. 1 Lexington .. 3 Wakefield. . 1 Left: Johnny-on-the-spot ably assisted by George and Billy. . . (J. Marques, G. Royal, W. Whiting) First Row: B. Callahan, M. Miller, Captain; N. Oldford. Second Row: A. Barker, J. Wilson, J. Lynah, S. Proctor. Third Row: J. Hultman, R. Whalen, A. Donnelly. Age CHEERLEADERS This small, but potential squad of cheerleaders are to be commended for their faith- ful and endless support in rooting for the athletic teams at L. H. S. They have done a superior job of restoring enthusiasm for our teams not only throughout the school but also in the community. The hospitality and genuine friendliness with which they have received representatives of opposing schools are excellent examples of citizenship and good sportsmanship. The girls have also contributed many new songs and cheers which are a reflection of their pep and vitality. ... FOOTBALL PROGRAMS COMMITTEE By their steady and faithful work, the members of the Football Program Committee contributed $232 towards defraying the expenses of school activities and assemblies. At each home game they sold coke, candy bars, and colorful programs to the spectators. And by a combination of the enthusiasm of the people and the perseverence of the committee members, the entire supply was often sold in an afternoon. Their efforts made our home football games a financial success, and the reward of their work is appreciated all during the year. First Row: J. Rowe, J. Webber, J. Martin, R. Mirabelli, L. MacElroy, Chairman; L. Rogers, J. Hendrick, G. Bears, N. Harrington. Second Row: B. Tucker, B. Tessier, R. Beatteay, P. Shanahan, S. Murray, G. Loupret, S. MacLean, E. Timothy, M. Stiling, M. Pomposo, M. Polley, S. Knights, Mr. Moyle. Third Row: P. Read, D. Morash, E. McCausland. First Row: S. McCormack, B. MacDonald, M. Frith, E. Cross, J. Martin, E. Harris, M. Polley, N. Harrington. Second Row: M. Pomposo, G. Frith, S. Crowley, Coach Leavitt, S. Traver, P. Wildes. SUFTBALL... Many girls try out each year for positions on the girls’ softball team. The call was answered this year by some of the finest players ever. Coach Leavitt took great pride in this well-balanced group, and each player was equally excellent. Seniors Janice Martin, Betty Cross, and Marcia Polley returned to the team as skilled veterans. As a constantly improving, hard-hitting team, our girls’ softball group is tops. Student manager Mary Ann Pomposo returned from last year and helped Coach Leavitt and the girls on the team to achieve a most successful year. BASEBALL... Experienced veterans, fine coaches, and promising new players are necessary for an excellent baseball team. Pitchers Pete Read, Al Caldwell, and Russ Morash, catchers Phil Harding and Alan Buttaro, outfielders George Royal, Les Stevens, and Johnny Marques, and infielders Art Douglas and Chris Ivusic are seniors returning to this year’s team. Coaches Cooper and Ingraham guide the boys skillfully and develop their playing into a careful, enthusiastic demonstration of America’s favorite spring sport. Frequent prac- tices condition the team for its fourteen game schedule. Win or lose, our baseball team, supported by the student body, is another reflection of our school spirit and sportsmanship. First Row: A. Douglass, P. Read, G. Royal, L. Stevens, C. Ivusic, P. Harding, A. Caldwell. Second Row: Coach Adzigian, J. Marques, R. Hale, D. Nottebart, R. Morash, R. Blume, W. Cheever, A. Buttaro, F. Sands, Coach Ingraham. Third Row: D. Hederstedt, R. Tyler, W. Johnston, J. Hicks, B. Day. mets First Row: D. Martin, D. Dunlap, D. White, C. Baker, Captain; C. King, J. Hall, A. Carpenter, W. Karabats. Second Row: R. Magovern, J. Bieren, D. Chisholm, S. Hauser, D. Schneider, O. Devreau, G. Cann, Coach Abell. Third Row: A. Engborg, R. Bettencourt, G. Saltzgaver, M. Andolina. ... CROSS COUNTRY This first cross country team in Lexington High School history was formed with the purpose of training distance runners for spring track competition. In spite of the handicap of being inexperienced, our team was one of the finest in the state, finishing fourth in the Class C division. Since two-thirds of the team will return next year, our future cross country demonstrations will prove a real threat to the division. Coach Abel has trained some fine runners for spring track and has established a commendable varsity team capable of winning admiration from all its adversaries. ... TRACh This year’s track team was one of exceptional power and depth, composed of skilled veterans and encouraging newcomers. The team was strengthened by the ability of the distance runners trained by the fall cross country team and the invaluable experience gained in the last two years by the boys in the field events. Sprinters Bob Perry, Charlie Packard, and Dave Wells, distance runners Alden Carpenter and Charlie Baker, and field events participants Richard Mirabelli and Dave Morash were seniors who returned as lettermen. The potentialities of this great team were realized after an analysis of the distance runners, sprinters, and field events boys showed promise that this track team would develop into one of the best. First Row: R. Perry, D. Dunlap, C. King, R. Mirabelli, D. Wells, D. Morash, A. Carpenter, D. White. Second Row: Coach Abell, W. Karabats, D. Martin, S. Hauser, J. Hall, G. Rhodes, D. Chisholm, R. Wharton, D. Roberts, T. Carroon, P. Crosby. Third Row: C. Baker, R. Magovern, J. Bieren, R. Bettencourt, B. Sargent, G. Saltzgaver, O. Devreau, G. Cann, A. Engborg. [33 ... TENNIS G. Sheldon, B. Cohen, L. Baxter, J. Hendrick, B. Borngesser, S. Murray. Renewed competition this year has given new life to the Girls’ Tennis Team. Returning upperclass players and incoming sophomore girls made the competition for this sport quite heavy. Seniors Barbara Borngesser, Betty Joan Cohen, and Jane Hendrick returned as veterans. The genuine enthusiasm for tennis displayed by the entire team is rewarded by many successful seasons year after year. Although golf is one of our lesser known sports, several boys take an active interest in this competitive game. This year’s team is composed of returning lettermen Russ Sykes, Herb Evans, Gil Barclay, Gardner Rice, and Robert Kelley. Coach Cooper plays along with the boys during regular practices at the Lexington Golf Club. The small size of this unit doesn’t hinder its good record of achievement and sportsmanship. GULF... R. Sykes, H. Evans, G. Barclay, R. Kelley, G. Rice, Coach Cooper. Che Class of 1953 RESPONSIBLE LEADERS... Peter Read, Vice President; Lois MacElroy, Treasurer; Bud Downey, President; June Wilson, Secretary. CAPABLE FOLLOWERS ...GU00 CITIZENS... a eee ROBERT VINCENT ALBERTINE 40 Taft Ave. Albie . . . the dark, broad-shouldered fellow with the perpetual half-smile . . . stubborn and steadfast . . . a big man in L. H. S. football. Football 1, 2, 3; Lunchroom Duty 3; Track 1 24 Outlook Drive BRUCE L. ALLEN Good-natured fellow . . . found on dance floors, hayrides, skating rinks . . . or under a car... an organizer . . . fun-seeker who dislikes dull moments. Basketball 2; Dance Committee 3; Senior Play 3; Spotlight 1; Yearbook 3 [35] JOHN ALLEN, JR. 64 Woburn St. Lively Jack . . . known for his stocky build and impish expressions . . . the most unusual combination of he-man and artistic ability . dependable and determined. Sr. Play 3 231 Bedford St. CARL H. ANDERSON Loquacious and likable . . . the appreciated ever-present smile . . . enjoys food, sports, and work . .. an interest in sciences . . . a would-be engineer. PAUL ASH 96 Laconia St. Smiley . . . lanky and lackadaisical . . . notoriously easy-going . . . a devilish twinkle in his eyes . . . a real talent for excellent wood- work. 244 East St. ROBERT C. AXELSON Good-looking . . . inteiligent and smooth... lover of hillbilly music . . . a broad-shouldered, slow-talking guy known for his democratic and fair ideas. Boys’ Choir 3; Dance Committee 3; Lunchroom Duty (chairman) 3; Operetta 3; Student Council 2, PAUL LEONARD BAGELMAN _ 18 Mass. Ave. Handsome .. . wavy-haired . . . clear- thinking . . . dramatically inclined... witty... Paul holds high ideals . . . with his agreeable personality, he gets a kick out of everything. Baseball 1; Discophiles 3; Dramatic Club 3; French Club 1, 2; Senior Play 3 36 No. Hancock St. ROBERT B. BAILEY The ambitious, practical, business-like fellow enthusiastic about everything he under- takes . . . known for his brisk manner, hearty laugh, and artistic tendencies. CHARLES A. BAKER 38 Fletcher Ave. Charlie . . . known for extreme competence in track . . . efficient inaugurator and captain of our first cross-country team . . . a good man with a welding torch. Cross Country 3; Track 1, 2, 3 34 Sherburne Rd. GILBERT G. BARCLAY Patient and certain in many ways Spectacular wielder of a tennis racket what's the secret?: Gil’s annual entrance into nearly all-girl classes. Band 1; Tennis 1, 2; Golf 2 | 36 | AUDREY JEANNE BARKER 447 Concord Ave. Shy and quiet . . . sports and cheerleading addict . . . neat, precise, helpful, amiable, and cheerful . . . always a hard-worker . . . another staunch school supporter. Cheerleading 3; Discophiles 3; Junior Red Cross 2, 3; Senior Play 3; Yearbook 3 GRACE ELIZABETH BEARS 62 Prospect Hill Rd. Gr.r.r.racie . . . seemingly sophisticated... a good sport, as her friends know . ... easy- going manner . . . keen intelligence and wit . a mixture of melody and quiet mirth. Assembly Committee 2, 3; Football Programs Com- mittee 3; Girls’ Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Junior Prom Com- mittee 2; National Honor Society 2, 3; Operetta 1, 23; Orchestra lez os 7 Spotlights ll;,1o; sy COrbookKss RUTH ELYNOR BEATTEAY = 12 Lockwood Rd. Slender and sweet . . . the neat simplicity of a careful dresser . . . reserved manner . willingness to help further school projects .. . a valuable friend. Band 1; Girls’ Clee Club 2, 3; Orchestra 1, 2; Senior Play 3; Spotlight 1, 3; Yearbook 3 30 Theresa Ave. ROSEMARIE BERTINI Ree .. . Enthusiastic editor of ‘’Us Girls’’ . . . wide knowledge of popular music and vocalists hopes to hit the air waves as a radio station secretary. Discophiles 3; Junior Red Cross 2, 3; Intramurals ‘ DOROTHY PATRICIA BITZER 10 Grassland St. Vivacious Dotty . . . the attractive blond... high-spirited outlook on life . . . charm at- tributed to her smile, bouncy walk, and sparkling manner. Discophiles 3; Yearbook 3 116 Woburn St. LAURA BODEMER The fragile type . . . domestically inclined likes to roller-skate . . . petite and soft- spoken . . . known for her thick brown locks and her artistic talent. Discophiles 2, 3 VICTOR A. BONACETO 6 Watertown St. Vic . .. his bark is worse than his bite... wonderful pianist . . . the paradox of classical music from burly and broad-shouldered Vic... ““How’s the boy?” BARBARA JOAN BORNGESSER 37 |Independence Ave. Hard-working, never-complaining . . . fits rhythm into her life from music to sports... school spirit evident from capable work as co-editor of Spotlight. Band 1, 2, 3; Basketball 1, 2, 3; Discophiles 3; French Club 2; Girls’ Glee Club 2; Operetta 1, 2, 3; Orchestra 1, 2, 3; Science Club 3; Senior Play 3; Spotlight 1, 2, 3; Tennis 2, 3 VR eer ANN BRENCHICK 46 Lincoln St. Our snappy drum majorette . . . the warm friendly greeting . . . constantly surrounded by friends . . . right “‘in step’’ whether leading the band or participating in school events. Dance Committee 3; Dramatic Club 3; Drum Majorette 1, 2, 3; French Club 1, 3; Girls’ Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Junior Prom Committee 2; Operetta 1, 2, 3; Senior Play 3; Spotlight 1, 3; Traffic Squad 3; Yearbook 3 837 Mass. Ave. ALAN BUTTARO Quiet and sincere . . . “‘silent tongues are coupled with noble minds’ . . . vigorously public-spirited . . . a bulwark of o ur baseball teams . . . steadfast and loyal. Baseball 1, 2, 3; Boys’ Choir 2, 3; Operetta 3; Spot- light 1 DAVID BUTTARO 837 Mass. Ave. Quiet Dave, a deep thinker . . . pretends to be a women-hater . . . a thorough worker in and out of school . . . takes life seriously. Boys’ Choir 1 56 Blossom St. ALLISON CALDWELL The casual swagger and the impudent grin . an extrovert . . . a rabid conversationalist . @ paragon on the pitching mound . . . the man at the wheel. Baseball 1, 2, 3 WILLIAM J. CALLAHAN 15 Shirley St. Cal . . . enjoys helping others . . . can be counted on to liven up any gathering : “going your way’’ . . . hot-rod happy .. . athletic. Baseball 1, 3; Basketball 1; Football 1, 3 CONSTANCE ANN CARLSON 37 Independence Ave. Competent Connie .. . skilled with her co- workers . . . makes an easy job of Spotlight . . . a soft voice bursting into giggles . . . earnest and enthusiastic. Book Club 2; Girls’ Glee Club 2, 3; Discophiles 2, 3; Dramatic Club 3; Operetta 2, 3; Science Club 3; Senior Play 3; Spotlight 2, 3 ALDEN B. CARPENTER 94 Pleasant St. Manager of managers . . . an avid philatelist wants to be a geologist . . . hopes some- day to own a yacht . . . always a new idea or interest. Basketball Manager 2, 3; Cross Country 3; French Club 1, 3; Spotlight 2, 3; Track 1, 2 (manager), 3 855 Mass. Ave. NANCY CARPENTER Always on the move . . . always energetically friendly . . . zealous in her pursuit of amuse- ment ... finds fun at the roller-skating rinks and bowling alleys. Discophiles 1 [38] ANNE E. CATALANO 643 Waltham St. Poised and charming . . . demure and delicate an unselfish worker devoting much time to many projects . . . capricious ‘smile and a gay nod. Discophiles 3; Junior Red Cross 2, 3; Spotlight 3 94 Winter St. JAMES CASEY Jim... makes his presence known .. . “Casey at the bat’’ . . . hobby: study of elec- tricity . . . future: electrician . . . loves the French and French language. BEVERLY CHAFFEE 7 Carley Rd. Welcome new addition to girls’ sports . and our class .. . enviable ability to make friends at the drop of a hat — or a hockey stick. Basketball 3; Discophiles 3; Field hockey 3; French Club 3; Science Club 3; Softball 3; Spotlight 3 101 Grove St. DONALD CHANDLER Don ... likes cars in general, sports cars in particular . . . tall, shy . . . a friendly grin from the boy in the band closet. Band 3; Boys’ Choir 1; Orchestra 3; Operetta 3; Science Club 2; Senior Play 3 BERNARD CHIACCHIA 12 Brookside Ave. Bernie .. . ‘“How do?’’ . . . Everyone’s friend serious but not overwhelmingly so exuberant wit and curly hair . . . known for his ‘“Texas’’ jokes and nicknames. Football 2; French Club 1 16 Butler Ave. RICHARD CHILD L. H. S’s behind-the-scenes worker . . . always sees that things run smoothly . . . efficient stage hand and electrical technician . . . our disc jockey. Dance Committee 1, 2, 3; Operetta 1, 2; Senior Play 3 BETTY JOAN COHEN 215 Follen Rd. Demure and dignified . . . a future nurse who is gifted, gentle, and gracious . . . a whiz on the tennis court . . . upholder of the middle way. Book Club 2, 3; Discophiles Club 2, 3; French Club 1, 2, 3; Girls’ Giee Club 2, 3; Spotlight 2, 3; Tennis 2 10 Cherry St. ROBERT COOK Gives a deceiving first impression oe “Cooky”’ . . . quiet, but musically talented... plays the piano. . . likes hot-rods . . . a clever mimic . . . handy with a paint brush. Basketball 1; Dance Committee 1, 2, 3; Football 1; Junior Prom Committee 2 BARBARA F. CONNOR 7 Carville Avenue Peppy and petite . . . eager to help, be it as a secretary or catering to the L. H. S.’ers at Durand’s . . . dark-haired and dependable. Class Secretary 2; Discophiles 3; Intramurals 1, 2, 3; Junior Prom Committee 2; Junior Red Cross 1, 2, 3 (secretary); Senior Play 3; Spotlight 1; Yearbook 3 29 Ledgelawn Ave. THOMAS F. CORROON A Yankee fan . .. an ardent member of the Vigilantes . . . a deep, pleasant-speaking voice . . . full of fun and fancy free . . literary talents. Winelele W922 PETER A. CROSBY 15 Smith Ave. A meticulous physics demonstrator . . . in- terest in things nautical and mechanical . . reserved yet unfailing in his commitments 15 love and a tennis racket. Boys’ Choir 2, 3; French Club 3 (treasurer); Operetta 2, 3; Science Club 37 Tennis 12,37 track 1 2573 148 Winter St. ELIZABETH CROSS A year-round sports’ enthusiast . . . ever energetic and efficient in all her responsibilities . eyes a secretarial career . . . always ready to assume obligations for her friends. Basketball 1, 2, 3; Discophiles Club 3; Field Hockey 1, 2, 3; Softball 1, 2; Yearbook 3 DAVID CULLINGTON 11 Smith Ave. Animals, automobiles, and being an American curly-topped and cheerful . . . sheepish grin and merry blue eyes . . . a calm disposition insatiable craving for thrills. Baseball 1; Basketball 1; Boys’ Choir 1, 2, Operetta 1, 2, 3; Senior Play 3; Science Club 3 13 Maple St. BENJAMIN W. DAY Always on hand with a casual “‘hello’’ retiring but easy going . . . most at home in the out-of-doors . . . well-suited to a future in wildlife conservation. LIONEL DE COURSEY 60 Oak St. Devilish manner . . . endless discussions . . . the tall boy with high ideals . . . well read on a wide range of subjects . . . a sports and popular music fan. Football 1 57 Taft Ave. JAMES R. DE FELICE “Slow-moving Jim’’ . . . good-natured... takes everything in his stride . . . amateur camera fan . . . future Industrial Arts teacher . . a class comedian. [40] NANCY M. DE FELICE 25 Ward St. Attractive blue eyes . . . creative handwork . . . domestic ideals . . . needlework artist . . an ability for clever hair styling : . . a wide variety of outside interests. Discophiles Club 2, 3 20 Pelham Rd. JOHN E. DE GRACE Mischievous but modest . . . interested in cars . . . another ardent baseball fan handy with a rod and reel . . . or a wood lathe . the outdoor life for him. FRANCES DE VENEZIO 17 Lisbeth St. Frequent representative of Lexington at Wal- Lex ... eye for the sky ... shutter-bug... quiet and graceful . . . enjoys meeting people . . . bowling enthusiast. Discophiles Club 2, 3;- French Club 1; Girls’ Glee Club 1; Tennis 1 664 Marrett Rd. ELIZABETH A. DOHERTY Warm-hearted and generous . . . a hearty chuckle . . . football and ice hockey her favorite spectator sports . . . an asset to every girls’ sports team. Basketball 3; Discophiles Club 3; Field Hockey 1 ARTHUR DOUGLASS 7 Patriots Drive “Big Art’’ . . . smooth and sophisticated dancing . . . staunchly conservative eloquent and argumentative on politics or per- sonalities . . . basketball hoops and a first baseman’s glove. Baseball 1, 2, 3; Basketball 1, 2; Boys’ Choir 3; Operetta 3; Tennis 2, 3 4 Farmcrest Ave. JOSEPH J. DOWNEY Buddy . . . perennial president . . . every- one’s pal . . . promoter of good will among the classes . . . loyal leadership . . . staunch foot- ball lineman . . . contradiction of casual attitude and hidden vigor. Assembly Committee 3; Boys’ Choir 3; Class President 1, 2, 3; Fottball 1, 2, 3; Junior Prom Committee 2; Operetta 1, 2, 3; Student Council 1, 2, 3 ELEANOR DUFOUR 611 Mass. Ave. The tall strawberry blonde . . . a homebody with a sincere interest in children . . . decorative baking . . . sews a fair seam. . . quiet, serious, and spiritually inclined 225 Waltham St. DANIEL C. DUNLAP Quiet Dan... diffident and subtle humor . . cannon inventions and English bike . . . science interests . . . we picture him as a future nuclear physicist. Cross Country 3; Senior Play 3; Science Club 3; Track ‘ ‘ [41] JOANN E. FARDY 40 Preston Rd. The peppy little blond with the sweet voice . vivacious and versatile . . . an ice hockey fan... the prettiest philatelist we know. Discophiles 3; French Club 1, 2; Red Cross 1, 2, 3 86 Wood St. DOROTHY ANN FERRY Petite, bouncy Dotty . . . the girl with the boundless energy . . . an animated conversa- tionalist . . . loves hillbilly music . . . an avid enjoyment for school events. BARBARA A. FIFIELD 25 Adams St. The friendly smile . . . the wordly manner . the whispered joke ... that’s Barbara... scientific bent . . . success in the nursing career she’s planned. Book Club 2, 3; Discophiles 2, 3; French Club 1; Girls’ Glee Club 2, 3; Science Club 3; Spotlight 2, 3 10 Center St. THEODORE FLEMING The out-of-door type . . . spends his time fishing, hunting, and trapping . . . takes to hillbilly music and woodworking . . . a future in agriculture. Discophiles 3 GEORGE A. FOPIANO 74 Middle St. Inseparable from his well-polished cowboy boots . ... tall dark good looks . . . mad about motors . . . aeronautic aspirations . . . a good craftsman and wood worker. Football 2, 3; Lunchroom Duty 3 302 Marrett Rd. FRANK F. FORSYTHE Frankie . . . responsible for much of the laughter around school . . . effervescent humor easy going . . . loyal friend . . . always ready with a “‘How Do?” _Discophiles 3 MARJORIE A. FRITH 197 Waltham St. Margie . . . good-natured manner . . musical talent . . . one of our all-round good sports . . . a hearty chuckle and a generous heart. Bgsketpal Manager 1, 2; Discophiles 3; Field Hockey 2, 3; Girls’ Glee Club ln Lp SI Intramurals Varn ee Cae 2 eS: Science’ Club 3; Softball 1s Pde ei Spotlight 1, 3° 74 Shade St. EDWARD GAPOSCHKIN A musician from ‘way back . . . the originator of jazz at our football games . . . claims he dislikes people in general . . . we say otherwise. Band 1, 2, 3; Orchestra 1, 2 [42] VIRGINIA J. GARRETT 523 Lowell St. Peppy Ginger . . . an avid horsewoman with a thorough knowledge of saddles and currie combs .. . cute and colorful . . . a pint-sized gal with dreams of travel. Discophiles 3; Girls’ Glee Club 2 76 Woburn St. LAWRENCE J. GEARIN Larry . . . the quiet reserved fellow with the big smile and the fine physique . . . easy-going and humor-loving . . . a sincere good sport. Discophiles 3; Football 2 JOAN R. GEDDES 15 Audubon Rd. Always pleasant and courteous in classroom and corridor . . . well-mannered . . . a willing worker . . . a dependable spectator at all our hockey games. Discophiles 3 49 Grapevine Ave. PATRICIA A. GIBBS A sparkling chemistry enthusiast . . . con- tinually active in school organizations . . . a saucy wink for all . . . ease in making friend- ships ...anL. H. S. press agent. Book Club 3; Discophiles Club 1, 2, 3; Dramatic Club 1, 2, 3; French Club 1, 2, 3; Junior Red Cross 1, 2, 3 (president); Senior Play 3; Science Club 3; Yearbook 3 PAUL G. GLENNON 138 Lowell St. Able athlete . . . follower of the Celtics, Bruins, Braves . . . lover of hillbilly music . . hater of cold showers . . . one of those elusive Vigilantes. Basketball 1, 2, 3; Football 2, 3; Franch Club 1; Intramurals 1 142 Bedford St. PAUL W. GOWELL Renowned as Froggy . . . full of life and a lot of laughter . . . happy-go-lucky ...a heart of gold . . . often does the unexpected. Discophiles 3 : JOSEPH L. HALL 1357 Mass. Ave. The tall blond boy with a finger in every pie . suave and well-mannered . . . keen wit and outstanding intelligence . . . an emphasis on music. Assembly Committee 3; Band 1, 2, 3; Cross Country 3; French Club 1, 2; Glee Club 1, 2, 3; National Honor Society 2, 3; Operetta 1, 2, 3; Orchestra 1, 2, 3; Science Club 3; Spotlight 3; Track 1, 2, 3 PHILIP LAWRENCE HARDING 50 Tucker Ave. Ezzy ... impish and impulsive . . . clown of clowns . . . the lanky Nordic look . . . neat as a pin . . . a top-notch baseball and basketball player. Baseball 1, 2, 3; Basketball 1, 3; Discophiles 3 HARRIET L. HARDY 753 Waltham St. Those twinkling hazel eyes . . . that merry giggle . . . a chemistry whiz . . . fun-loving and hard-working . . . pitches into the tasks others avoid. Junior Prom Committee 2; Senior Play 3 753 Waltham St. RUTHE E. HARDY Calm, cool, and composed . . . topped off with varied attractive hair-do’s . . . ever pre- pared for her obligations . . . ever considerate to everyone . . . sophisticated chuckle. Discophiles 3; French Club 1; Junior Prom Com- mittee 2; Senior Play 3; Spotlight 1, 3 NANCY HARRINGTON 1894 Mass. Ave. That continental savoir-faire . . . paragon of pleasure and parties . . . one of the best-dressed . . . an active and intelligent mind behind the beauty. Discophiles 3; Field Hockey 3; French Club 1, 2; Glee Club 3; Operetta 3; Senior Play 3; Yearbook 3 4 Patricia Terrace RICHARD W. HAWKINS That cute freckle-faced red head . . . sly quips and a sheepish grin . . . a teaser . electronics his specialty . . . a future radio and television technician. DEAN HEDERSTEDT 15 Percy Rd. Ladies’ man . . . master of the slalom and slide . . . hearty chuckle . . . well-dressed . . . versatile conversationalist . . . loyal to the blue and gold. Baseball 2; Basketball 2; Tennis 1 24 Forest St. JANE HENDRICK Anyone for tennis, music, or with a problem, come to Ricky . . . always full of fun and a witty remark . . . intense desire to understand the human race. Basketball 1; Football Programs Committee 3; French Club 1; Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Operetta 2, 3; Orchestra 3; Tennis 1, 2, 3; Yearbook 3 JOHN F. HICKS, JR. 652 Marrett Rd. An experienced hockey player, hot-rod en- thusiast, and future jet pilot . . . obviously Jack’s interests are in sharp contrast with his quiet nature. Baseball 1, 2, 3; Football 1, 2, 3; Junior Red Cross 2; Lunchroom Duty 3 282 Bedford St. BETSY I. HOOPER Talented with a paintbrush, ice cream scoop, or typewriter . . . always ready with a smile and some platter chatter . . . ‘’Can’t tell you every- thing!’’ Junior Prom Committee 2; Yearbook 3 [44] RUTH ANN IODICE 14 Cottage St. Friendly and fashionable .. . fun-loving... plans for a future in the armed services .. . a wide-eyed grin and a shake of brunette curls. Discophiles 2; Football Progra ms Committee 2; Junior Red Cross 3 58 Taft Ave. SHIRLEY ANN IRWIN Easily reaches her goals . . . a perfectionist neat as a pin . . . civic-minded ...a sincere interest in others . . . an outdoor gal . an accomplished seamstress. Junior Red Cross 2, 3; Senior Play 3; Spotlight 1, 3; Intramurals 1, 2, 3 CHRISTOPHER IVUSIC 420 Mass. Ave. Sonny ... a sparkler on the baseball diamond greatly respected for his high ideals . . serious and soft-spoken . . . provides comic relief when least expected. Baseball 1, 2, 3; Discophiles 3; French Club 1, 2, 3; Intramurals 1, 2, 3; Junior Prom Committee 2 294 Bedford St. RONALD JOHNSON Yogi . . . future hillbilly singer . . . guitar- playing mechanic . . . main idea in life—’’Gotta get a car’ .. . a handy man with a lathe. WILLIAM J. JOHNSTON 183 Bedford St. One of L. H. S.’s honored hockey and baseball players . . . always comes up with ‘’not mad, gre your”’ . . . working on a car. Baseball 1, 2, 3; Hockey 1, 2, 3 51 Gleason Rd. PATRICIA JONES A lively, lovely asset to any gathering .. . one of L. H. S.’s most loyal rooters . . . witty and winsome . . . charmingly frank and happy- go-lucky. Girls’ Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Junior Prom Committee 2; Operetta 3; Traffic 3 CHRISTINA F. KELLY 344 Lowell St. Tall, chic brunette . . . a livewire in and out of class . . . gracious and generous ...a mirror of current feminine fashion . . . an ear for, song. Girls’ Glee Club 1, 2; French Club 1; Junior Prom Committee 2; Operetta 1 9 Pleasant St. FRANCES KING Happy as a lark . . . a hearty chuckle .. . dark and vivacious . . . ‘‘beautiful, beautiful blue eyes’’ . . . her voice is her future ambitious and co-operative. Discophiles 3 [45] CLAUDE H. KING 17 Cary Ave. Fastidious about work and personal appear- ance . .. a willing worker . . . interested in the theories of scientific farming . . . socially thoughtful . . . precise and observant . . . Tad Cross Country 3; French Club 1, 2, 3; Student Council lpeirockmlaezes 6 Rowland Ave. KENNETH H. KINSMAN Kenny .. . speed king... motor mad... cars, boats, and mechanics his favorites : high hopes for the future . . . whiz on the slopes Football, 2)°3; Track 1 ARTHUR M. LASSEK 30 Hilltop Ave. Dark and deep-voiced . . . relaxed attitude toward life . . . dry but good-natured wit . jazzy trombone . . . a skating whiz . . . the right thing at the right time. Band 1, 2, 3; Orchestra 1, 2, 3 31 Harding Rd. RUTH D. LEIBY Compact little girl . . . shy smile . . . bound- less energy . . . on athletic fields or in the orchestra’s violin section . . . determined to get the most from life. Basketball 1; Book Club 3; Discophiles 2, 3; Junior Red Cross 2, 3; Orchestra 1, 2, 3 DAVID B. LIGHTBODY 70 Simonds Rd. Intellectual clown . . . technical engineer . .. positive ideas . . . between school and out- side work, kept busy . . . New Jersey . . . bash- ful extrovert . . . cars, old or new. Baseball 1; Discophiles 3; Football 1; French Club 3; Junior Prom Committee 2; Science Club 3 294 Marrett Rd. EUGENIE C. LOUPRET That French sparkle and saucy wit . . . gifted and gracious . . . varied interests ranging from ballet to chemistry to Gilbert and Sullivan. Discophiles 2; Dramatic Club 3; Football Programs Committee 3; French Club 1 (vice-president), 2, 3; Girls’ Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Junior Prom Committee 2; National Honor Society 2, 3 (vice-president); Operetta 2, 3; Senior Play 3; Science Club 2, 3; Yearbook 3 WATSON W. LUNT 41 Bloomfield St. Waddy . . . remembered for his untiring work as a sports’ manager... seemingly quiet... likes to ski, sail, and fly . . . long-hidden acting ability. Basketball Manager 1; Football Manager 2; Senior Play 3; Track Manager 1 1003 Mass. Ave. DONALD F. LUTZ Devilish humor . . . the inquiring mind of an engineer . . . can’t be hurried into rash decisions . . . smooth dancing and skillful skiing . observant and seemingly aloof. Discophiles 3; French Club 1; Science Club 3 [46] BARBARA ANN MAC DONALD 96 Winter St. Quiet but effective in everything she does . important factor in all girls’ sports not only as a player but a supporter of morale. Basketball 1, 2, 3; Field Hockey 1, 2, 3; Intramurals eZ peSweSOtiballialia 2,03 17 Hayes Ave. LOIS ANN MAC ELROY A modest master in all her activities responsible leader and Yearbook editor taste for simplicity . . . ambitious idealist with a yen for travel. Class Treasurer 1, 2, 3; Discophiles 2; Dramatic Club 2, 3 (vice president); Field Hockey 1; Football programs Committee 3 (chairman); French Club 1, 2 (vice presi- dent), 3; Junior Prom Committee 2; Senior Play 3; Spotlight 1; Student Council 2, 3; Traffic Squad 3; Yearbook (Editor-in-Chief) 3 PATRICIA MACKEY 5 Lowell St. The talented girl with the dancing feet and lilting voice . . . plans to transform singing and dancing into a full-time job. Discophiles 1, 2, 3; Glee Club 1, 2, 3 5 Jackson Court SANDRA MAC LEAN A clever story teller famous for her ‘‘pomes”’ and characterizations . . .. bubbling with deviltry and rollicking humor . . . musically versatile . a sincere friend. Dramatic Club 3; Football Programs Committee 3; French Club 1, 3 (president); Girls’ Glee Club 1, 3 (secretary); Operetta 3; Senior Play 3; Spotlight 1; Yearbook 3 JOHN E. MARQUES 207 Follen Rd. Tiny and terrific .. . Mr. Touchdown L. H. S. . . . bouncing bundle of enthusiasm and school spirit . . . latent interest in things musical and dramatic. Baseball 1, 2, 3; Dramatic Club 3; Football 1, 2, 3; Boys’ Choir 3 (secretary); Football 1, 2, 3; Boys’ Choir 3 (secretary); Hockey 1, 2, 3 8 Crescent Hill Ave. ALBERT J. MARTIN Buddy . . . quiet fellow with the artistic talent . . . painting hobby will change to a commercial art career . . . ge ts jobs accom- plished with dispatch. French Club 1; Intramurals 1, 2, 3 JANICE MARTIN 2 Wachusett Circle Outstanding athlete on the hockey field or roller-skating rink . . . enviable red hair and hearty laugh . . . vivacious and fun-loving. Basketball 1, 2, 3; Discophiles 3; Field Hockey 1, 2, 3; French Club 2; Football Programs Committee 3; Intramurals 1, 2; Lunchroom 3; Softball 1, 2, 3; Spotlight 1; Traffic Squad 3 14 Vine St. DONALD E. MAXNER Responsive and rational . . . our class Sir Galahad . . . tall, lanky — naturally known as “Spider’’ . . . baseball and track his outstanding leisure time favorites. Baseball 1; Track 2 [47] ELTON MCCAUSLAND, JR. 1 Berwick Rd. Bim . . . sharp clothes and personality ; good-natured persistance . . . enjoyable wit and sense of humor . . . runs an appreciated public taxi service . . . a rangy good-looker. Boys’ Choir 1, 2; Discophiles 3; Dramatic Club 3; Football Programs Committee 3; French Club 1, 2; Intramurals 1, 2, 3; Junior Prom Committee 2; Operetta 1, 2; Tennis 1, 3; Track 2 88 Oak St. NANCY JANE MCLAUGHLIN Lively and fun-loving . . . full of resolutions and ideas . . . follows through undertakings always making a class merrier and more enjoyable. Discophiles 3; Intramurals 1, 2, 3; Junior Prom Com- mittee 2; Senior Play 3; Spotlight 1, 3; Yearbook 3 JOHN HOWARD MCLAUTHLIN 15 Fair Oaks Drive A live wire in our class .. . inventor of “‘tall tales’’ . . . mischievous . . . a variety of interests . . . brainstorms and never-fail gadgets. Track 2 124 Woburn St. VIOLA JEAN MERCER Mickey .. . bright smile . . . busy schedule can be counted on to complete jobs efficiently and enthusiastically . . . sincere and friendly . cute and cheerful. Assembly Committee 3; Discophiles 3; Football Pro- grams Committee 1; Intramurals 1, 2, 3; Senior Play 3; Spotlight 3; Traffic Squad 3 MARY-LOU MILLER 7 Homestead St. Inexhaustable amount of energy for the class- room, athletics, cheerleading, skating .. . friendly .. . full of personality . . . a favorite with the whole class . . . professional knitter. Assembly Committee 3; Basketball 1; Cheerleading 2, 3 (captain); Field Hockey 1, 2; Intramurals 1; Junior Prom Committee 2; Spotlight 3; Traffic Squad 3; Yearbook 3 44 Somerset Rd. RICHARD E. MIRABELLI Easy going, congenial, and determined . . wide intellectual interests . . . believes law of averages works . . . pseudo-cynicism masking a sincere trust in human nature. Assembly Committee 3; Boys’ Choir 3; Dramatic Club 3; Football Programs Committee 3; French Club 1, 2; Junior Red Cross 1; Operetta 2; Science Club 1; Senior Play 3; Spotlight 1; Tennis 1, 2, 3; Track 1, 2, 3 DAVID KENT MORASH 19 Stratham Rd. Jack-of-all trades and master of most .. . “King Henry’’ heralded by his easy amble and unique grin . . . casual and carefree. Basketball 1, 2; Boys’ Choir 1, 2, (president) 3; Dra- matic Club 1, (president) 2, (treasurer) 3; Football Programs Committee 3; Junior Prom Committee 2; Lunchroom Duty 2; Operetta 1, 2, 3; Senior Play 3; Spotlight 1; Student Council 1, 2, 3 (president); Track RUSSELL FREDERICK MORASH, JR. 19 Stratham Rd. Russ . . . athletic, ambitious, and amiable leading man in our dramatic productions stimulating conversation and scintillating epigrams . . . unquenchable zest for amusing us. Baseball 1, 2, 3; Boys’ Choir 1, 2; Dramatic Club 1 (treasurer), 2, 3 (president); Football 3; French Club 1; Junior Prom Committee 2; Lunchroom Duty 2, 3; Student Council 2, 3; Operetta 1, 2; Senior Play 3; Yearbook 3 LEONARD MULLER 72 School St. Mister Esquire of 1953... future sailor... retiring manner . . ..doesn‘t reveal his natural impishness . . . a crave for football . ..a man’s man. Track 1 159 Reed St. NANCY OLDFORD Nancy ...a dreamer ...a doer... as capable on the athletic field as in the classroom : impish dark eyes and vivid coloring skillful cariacatures. Basketball 1, 2, 3; Cheerleading 3; Dramatic Club 1, 2, 3; Field Hockey 2, 3; French Club 1, 2; Girls’ Glee Club 1, 2, 3 (president); Lunchroom Duty 3; Operetta 1, 2; Spotlight 1; Student Council 3; Traffic Squad 3 CHARLES BARTLETT PACKARD 31 Oakland St. Originator of gags and fads . . . dr-r-ragon excellent athletic ability combined with creative ability . . . straight-faced humor folk ballads and a ‘‘git-fiddle’’ Basketball 1, 2, 3; Class Vice-President 2; Football Programs Committee 3; National Honor Society 2, 3 (president); Track 1, 2, 3 ELIZABETH HOUGHTON PAPEN 9 Hilltop Ave. Blond, blue-eyed, and pink-cheeked the girl with the contagious giggle . . . ambitious and likeable . . . perservering and efficient .. . an understanding friend. Discophiles 3 CHARLES A. PEIRCE 47 Bloomfield St. Quick wit . . . devious and dry humor poise and self-assurance . . . staunch supporter of “Pogo” . . . a mind like a math computer. Assembly Committee 2, 3; Band 1, 2, 3; Boys’ Choir 2, 3; Dramatic Club 2, 3; French Club 1, 2; Intra- murals 3; National Honor Society 2, 3; Operetta 2; Senior Play 3; Orchestra 1, 3 9 Valley R d. DEBORAH PEIRCE A bewitching individualist . . . bounce in her step .. . laughter in her voice . . . full of team spirit and a refreshing sense of humor. Girls’ Glee Club 2, 3; Cheerleading 1; Dance Com- mittee 3; Junior Prom Committee 2; Spotlight 3; Traffic Squad 3 ROBERT LEO PERRY 360 Marrett Rd. Sandy hair and shiny shoes . . . a rare sense of humor . . . neat and clean cut . . . quiet and inconspicuous in class . . . star in every sport . . . natural and unaffected. Basketball 1, 2; Football 1, 2, 3; Track 1, 2, 3 2 North St. HAROLD ERIC PETERSON Heppa .. . twinkling eyes implying a devilish ideq .. . a mimic... a comedian looking for excitement . . . driving and repairing hot-rods his first love. [49] SHIRLEY ANN PIHL 27 Burlington St. Goes quietly about the halls . . . Shirley's beautiful red hair attracts plenty of attention sewing one of her favorite pastimes . . sincere simplicity. Traffic Squad 3 189 Wood St. MARCIA FAITH POLLEY Crishe . . . girls’ sports spark plug candid and capricious . . . makes a gay circus of our classes . . . genuinely interested in people and their problems. Basketball 1, 2, 3; Discophiles, 2, 3; Field Hockey 1, 2, 3; French Club 1, 2, 3; Girls’ Glee Club 1, 2, 3 (vice president); Lunchroom Duty 3; Junior Prom Committee 2; Operetta 2, 3; Senior Play 3; Softball 2, 3; Traffic Squad 3 MARY ANN POMPOSO 7 Sunnyknoll Ave. Skip .. . petite, but a “‘powerhouse”’ at girls’ sports . . . witty humor, frolicsome fun, friendly digs . . . cautiously car-crazy . . . mixture of daintiness and deviltry. Basketbatl 1, 2, 3; Discophiles 3; Girls’ Glee Club 2, 3; Field Hockey 1, 2, 3; Football Programs Com- mittee 3; French Club 1, 2, 3; Lunchroom Duty 3; Softball 1, 2, 3; Spotlight 1; Yearbook 3 5 Parker St. SUSAN V. POWERS Avid athletic advocate .. . “in quietness lies strength’ . . . mirror of sincerity and courtesy characterized by radiant friendliness and deceptive demureness . . . stem-turns and Christianas. Basketball 1, 2, 3; Field Hockey 1, 2, 3; French Club 3; Lunchroom Duty 3; Senior Play 3; Science Club 3; Softball 1, 2, 3; Yearbook 3 SARAH JANE PROCTOR 92 ancock «st: The cheerful blue-eyed blonde . . . consum- mate acting . . . descriptive writing . . . imag- inative artistry . . . a party-goer with activities as numerous as abilities . . . provocative and exuberant. Cheerleading 2, 3; Discophiles 2, 3 (secretary); Dra- matic Club 1, 2, 3 (secretary); French Club 1, 2, 3; Girls’ Glee Club 3; Junior Red Cross 2, 3; Senior Play 3; Student Council 3; Spotlight 2, 3; Traffic Squad 3 (chairman); Yearbook 3 85 Meriam St. PRISCILLA ANN RAYMOND Born with the gift of laughter . . . enchanted effervescent ... efficient . . . ice skating and tennis . . . trim, tidy, and rather talkative lightning changes from gaity to gravity. Basketball 1; Discophiles 2, 3 (president); French Club 1, 2, 3; Girls’ Glee Club 3; Junior Red Cross 2; Traffic Squad 3; Yearbook 3 PETER CUSHING READ 2 Warren St. An orator . . . well-groomed .. . a sports’ great in both basketball and baseball . . . a class leader in academic and social life. Assembly Committee 2; Class Vice-President 3; Dra- matic Club 3; French Club 2, 3; Football Programs Committee 3; Junior Prom Committee 2; Lunchroom Duty 2; Student Council 1, 2, 3 7 Dunham St. CAROL ANN REDMOND Excellent at cooking and sewing . . . will lead a happy domestic life . . . calm quiet disposition . . . imperturbable but a definite mind of her own. Discophiles 2, 3 | 50] MARJORIE JEAN REGAN 396 Lincoln St. Shy and sweet . . . always a pleasing smile for passers-by . . . a quiet personality . . . soft- spoken . . . distinctive dresser . . . fragile and slight. 58 Outlook Drive GARDNER RICE Gar... the height for basketball . . . the brawn for football . . . the brain for both... shy and reserved in class . . . energetic and exuberant outside the boundaries . .. A Vigilante leader. Basketball 1, 2, 3; Football 1, 2, 3; French Club 1; Golf 2, 3; Track 1 ALBERT RICHARDSON 18 Winter St. One of our quieter and more reserved class- mates . . . spends his time riding and showing horses . . . a farm of his own in the future. 25 Sherman St. CAROL RIC HARDSON Popular in the high school office . . . girl behind the desk .. . outdoor activity — attend- ing football games . . . stylish and colorful in her dress Discophiles 2, 3; Lunchroom Duty 2, 3 FAITH ROGERS 8 Spring St. Thorough and steady worker . . . the dance and the piano . . . would be world-traveler . never misses the potential humor of situations. Discophiles 3; French Club 3; Spotlight 2, 3 17 Goodwin Rd. LUCILLE ANNE ROGERS Our youngest, our smartest . . . perpetual commotion . . . a cute contender for t he most active . . . paradox of whispering voice and roaring ambition. Assembly Committee 2, 3; Dance Committee 1, 2; Discophiles Club 2; Dramatic Club 1, 2, 3; Football Program Committee 2; French Club 1, 2, 3; Girls’ Glee Club 2, 3; Junior Prom Committee 2; National Honor Society 2, 3; Operetta 2, 3; Science Club 2 (president); Senior Play 3; United Council on World Affairs 3; Yearbook 3 BARBARA JEAN ROSE 798 Waltham St. The tall girl with the graceful hands and pretty dark eyes . . . a keen longing to travel skilled at dancing, roller-skating, and bowling. 86 Robbins Rd. PAUL A. ROSS Theater-goer and drama enthusiast . . . devotee of the hook and slice set . . . mirror of modes in neckties and sports shirts . . . in- variably a conscientious worker. Assembly Committee 3; Boys’ Choir 1, 2, 3; Dramatic Club 1, 2, 3; Junior Prom Committee 2; Senior Play 3; Spotlight 3. [51] JOAN ROWE 7 Tarbell Ave. Sweet smile .. . fair complexion . . . eyes and giggle full of fun... a flair for clothes and styles . . . a talented head for school projects. Discophiles Club 2, 3; Football Programs Committee 3; Spotlight 3 8 Stratham Rd. GEORGE T. ROYAL, JR. Tall, dark, and rugged . . . smooth dancer . great athletic ability in any sport ...a slow drawl and a slower amble . . . determined debater. Baseball 1, 2, 3; Football 1, 2, 3; Hockey 1, 2, 3 ANNE MARIE SGROSSO 104 Reed St. Bashful brunette . . . a sensitive and respon- sive nature . . . an avid interest in things scientific leading to a career as a medical secretary . . . invariable assistance. 8 Homestead St. FREDERICK J. SGROSSO The boy with the camera . . . reams of care- fully posed candids . . . sociable and imper- turbable .. . intrigued by thistle tubes, theorems, and thermo-dynamics. Yearbook 3 IRENE ELIZABETH SILVA 59 Reed St. Striking, exotic good looks . . . lovely voice graceful walk .. . artistic talent ...a flair for fashion and dramatics . . . most versatile and well-liked. French Club 1, 2; Junior Red Cross 2, 3; Operetta 2, 3; Senior Play 3; Traffic Squad 3 3 Upland Rd. DEBORAH B. SMITH Outstanding leader in classroom .. . small, energetic package of intellect and individualism classic and casual . . . balanced with a keen sense of humor. Assembly Committee 2; Basketball 1, 3; Dramatic Club 2, 3; Field Hockey 1; Girls’ Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Junior Prom Committee 2; National Honor Society 2, 3; Operetta 2, 3; Senior Play 3; Science Club 2, 3; Spotlight 1, 3; Yearbook 3 ELAINE P. SMITH 38 Reed St. Smitty . . . demure and determined . . . easy going, friendly and good-natured . . . likes fun and frolic . . . ambitious and enthusiastic a quick wink and a moderate voice. Assembly Committee 1; Book Club 2, 3; Discophiles 1; Field Hockey 2, 3; French Club 3; Science Club 3; Yearbook 3 42 Cary Ave. GEORGE L. SMITH Linc . . . unaffected and polite . . . wood and metal shop . . . mechanically minded .. . head always under the hood of a car. [52] BLY) wy ea MILTON SMITH 121 Grove St. Milt . . . emerged from shyness to a genuine interest in people . . . serious clockwork punc- tuality ... prefers baseball, animals, and science to other hobbies. Baseball 1 7 Theresa Ave. JANET B. SORRENTO Tall, dark, and talented . . . the flashing smile and artistic fingers . . . appreciates a good laugh and a good time . . . co-editor of the thriving ‘Us Girls’’ publication. Career Conference Committee 1, 2, 3; Discophiles 3; Football Programs Committee 3; Senior Play 3; Spot- light 2, 3; Yearbook 3 F. LESLIE STEVENS, JR. . 11 Winthrop Rd. Commands attention by his strong convictions . . . his public spirit . . . his slow moving and nonchalant attitude .. . pillar of strength... one of the best-dressed . . . star tackle. Baseball), 2; 3; Football I, 2, 3% Hockey 1, 2, 3 Junior Prom Committee 2; Lunchroom Duty 3; Senior Play 3; Yearbook 3 7 Abbott Rd. RALPH STEVENS Irreplaceable tenor for operetta and glee club . .. blond finesse . . . rhythm and jazz idling idealist . . . incurable corridor conversa- tionalist . . . Steve . . . an unmistakable blue Ford. Band 2, 3; Boys’ Choir 3; Dramatic Club 3; Operetta 2, 3; Dramatic Club 3; Orchestra 2, 3; Senior Play 3 MARCILLE STILING 1468 Mass. Ave. Active and attractive .. . busy with her many friends . . . pleasing sense of humor appreciated effort in school affairs. Basketball 2; Discophiles 3; Field Hockey 2; Football Programs Committee 3; Intramurals 1, 2, 3; Junior Prom Committee 2; Senior Play 3; Spotlight 3; Traffic Squad 3; Yearbook 3 10 Sheridan St. GEORGE P. STODDARD A good-looking aviation fan . . . “high” ambitious . . . career in commercial flying ...a clear thinker with a steady reserve of efficiency. Baseball 1 PRISCILLA STOKES 21 Oakland St. Bright as a new penny .. . pert, petite, and pretty . . . decided opinions expressed in a laughing voice... Pat or Pussy . . . takes pride in her work. Discophiles 3; French Club 1 11 Fern St. CAROL STONEY Conscientious and capable . . . public-spirited and gregarious . . . music, music, music present craze for watching the ice hockey rink tall and slender. Discophiles 3; French Club 1; Girls’ Glee Club 2; Operetta 1, 2; Spotlight 3 R [53] RUSSELL SYKES 9 Aerial St. Lanky, dark-haired, easy-going Russ livewire . . . a fun-loving athlete . . . active on practically every sports team . . . slow drawl contrasted with perpetual motion. Basketball 1, 2, 3; Golf 2, 3; Football 1, 2, 3; Intra- murals 1; Track | 17 Fletcher Ave. BARBARA ANN TESSIER Bashful but always busy . . . pleasant to work with . . . conscientious, trustworthy, and happy refreshing calm manner . . . an aid on any court — whether badminton or tennis. Basketball 1; Discophiles 3; Football Programs Com- mittee 3 ELEANOR JEAN TIMOTHY 38 Lincoln St. The never-failing quiet humor . . . the warmth of a smile . . . faithfully supports every school activity . . . a willing but unassuming worker. Basketball 2; Discophiles 3; Football Programs Com- mittee 3; Junior Prom Committee 2; Spotlight 3; Traffic Squad 3; Yearbook 3 6 Muzzy St. RICHARD TYLER Always ready to give a helping hint or a steady hand . . . the quiet, efficient regularity of a real worker... a top ‘ice man” Baseball 1, 2, 3; Hockey 1, 2, 3 BENEDETTO VARANO 987 Waltham St. Benny, the young man with a horn inevitable success foretold by excellence in the band .. . quiet but attentive .. . sports devotee. Band 3; Orchestra 2; Senior Play 3 12 Blossom Crest Rd. ANNA VECCHIONE Agreeable, amiable, and reserved . . . the girl with the much- envied dark tresses sparkling manner and genuine interest in helping others. Discophiles 1] JOHN J. WALSH 6 Ames Ave. Friendliness and unfailing cheerfulness self-reliant . . . a Marine reservist . . . always seen behind the wheel of a car. . . a shop hound. 116 Bedford St. JEAN FRANCES WEBBER Athletic and ambitious . . . aspires to be an airline hostess . . . generous with time and help for school activities . . . exotic good looks. Basketball 2, 3; Discophiles 3; Field Hockey 1; Football Programs Committee 2, 3; Intramurals 1, 2, 3: Senior Play 3; Spotlight 2; Yearbook 3 [54] F. DAVID WELLS, JR. 58 Prospect Hill Rd. A favorite on the football field, ski slope, or track field . . . can find the humor in any problem .. . friendly and frank . . . a master at mimicry. Boys’ Choir 1, 2, 3; Basketball 2; Dance Committee 3; Dramatic Club 2, 3; Football 3; French Club 1, 2, 3; Junior Prom Committee 2; Operetta 1, 2, 3; Senior Play 3; Spotlight 1; Student Council 3; Track 1, 2, 3; Yearbook 3 166 Mass. Ave. JOAN MARIE WHALEN Intelligent and efficient . . . interests center around music, sports, and laughter . . . keen enthusiasm for things Spanish . . . epicurean tastes and culinary talents. Dance Committee 2; Discophiles 3; Junior Prom Committee 2; Spotlight 3; Yearbook 3 DAVID WHITE 49 Lincoln St. An ardent Red Sox fan ... a quiet feller participating actively in fall and spring sports ...@ dreamer lost in his thoughts. Baseball 2 333 Waltham St. WILLIAM T. WHITING Strength and skill exhibited on the football field and hockey rink . . . reliable Billy unfailing in his attendence at school functions . Car-crazy . . . mechanical capability. Football 1, 2, 3; Hockey 1, 2, 3; Lunchroom Duty 3; Senior Play 3 ALAN B. WILSON 678 Mass. Ave. Our blonde blue-eyed hockey player future farmer of America . . . ambitious and hard-working . . . cooperative . . . indispensible . displays good sportsmanship. Hlockeyale2 a3: 6 Colony Rd. JUNE WILSON Secretary of secretaries . . . personality plus . our favorite representative to conventions and conferences . . . she meets a stranger and makes a friend. Cheerleader 2, 3; Class Secretary 1, 3; Dance Com- mittée 3; Discophiles 2, 3; French Club 1, 2, 3; Junior Prom Committee 2; Junior Red Cross 1, 2, 3; Lunchroom Duty 2; Student Council 2, 3; Traffic Squad 3; Yearbook 3 CAROLE ANN WRIGHT 280 Mass. Ave. The stylish girl with the golden hair and blue eyes . . . known for her sense of humor and her low voice . . . highly idealistic. Discophiles 3; Football Programs Committee 2; Spot- light 1 45 Ledglawn Ave. ISABEL YPHANTIS Her contagious grin . . . skill for making friendship . . . versatile . . . determined and dependable . . . poster paints and India inks : always a solution to problems personal and public. Assembly Committee 3; Discophiles 3; Junior Red Cross 3; Science Club 3; Spotlight 3; Yearbook 3 Epilogue and Farewell... Mr. Charles Norris, Mr. George Slade, Mr. George Wadsworth, Mrs. George P. Morey, Chairman; Mr. John Blackhall Smith, Superintendent of Schools; Mr. Myron C. Fisher. First, before we can summarize and conclude this 1953 ‘End of an Era” issue of the Lexington High School Yearbook, we feel that special recognition is due the Lexington School Committee. The Committee, throughout all our school years, has faithfully devoted itself to the best interests of the Lexington pupils. We, the class of 1953, now leave the School Committee’s jurisdiction expressing respect and thanks for a thorough, democratic, and enjoyable education. We leave much more than a school building which has given us so much service — we also leave an important period in our lives. Behind us, Lexington High School moves into a new era, provided by a new building and the greater facilities of that building; we move into the responsibilities and duties of a larger citizenship. We hope that we have left some- thing worthwhile to other classes and other eras, and that the standards and achievements we have set forth in the Yearbook will be remembered and cultivated after our departure. Now in leaving, we pledge ourselves to these same standards. Thus, guided by the principles we learned in our school life, we can guarantee with President Eisenhower “that the future shall belong to the free.” hy HE Hates Mi Pattahi tah SHEA PHAM ith Hit ‘yi Ha A Ht , i} fi Bi i Hane “ if iH ey ete nt ih Watt eit i DADE Hosted if! AR NARAISHRRRSRY fi Hu