Major Edwards High School - Mesa Yearbook (West Boylston, MA)

Text from Pages 1 - 56 of the 1952 volume:

1 ' w N i 1 N N V I A w N qi 1 'F I N-, , ,Mm , , I V ,, . y 4 ,V , ,faux .-+s- - The Mesa Senior Annual af the Major Victor E. Edwards JUNICJR-SENICDR HIGH SCHCDOL Q West Boylston, Massachusetts I952 eilieatian.. As we, tlze member: of tlze Class of '52 go on our way, always will there be with as the neeclezl guidance and anclerstancling that has come from our faithful anfl trusting friend, Henry A. Kelly, Ir. May his ever-ready sincerity hola' as rnuclz meaning to others, as it has to as. Three MR. WALTER T. PULSIFER Superintendent aculfy L55 A , L y , is Miz. RUSSELL I-I. MARSHALL Principal Four Standing: Mr. Frank Leporeg Mr. Rudolph Alischg Mr. James Jeffreyg Mr. Russell H. Marshall, principalg Mr. john McNaneyg Mr. Henry Kelly. Seated: Mrs. Helen Hamiltoug Mrs. Ellen Blanchardg Mrs. Elaine Gagelg Miss Helen Tophamg Miss Lucille Charles. Picture at left-Miss Marie LaFontaua. Qi xi If IL .Gr ,ig -Q A- i ,- , I :H ,. fl l 4 ' I-V s 4 U 4 X . 8 'iv Qk, II.-rv. 1' Q 1 if ' Q ' 5 .,fzf.if,d. She sail: her food with humor, ' Pcppcw it zuirh wil, V Y And .rprinlqlrr oucr it thc charm of good fI'l'l'lld.fhf11. IUDITH ANDERSON Iudy That attractive, blue-eyed blonde sitting in the front seat is our own, Judy. Her contagious laugh, ever-present smile and carefree manner make her an excellent cheerleader and one of the most popular girls in the class. Judy plans to become a nurse and we're sure that her patients will have speedy recoveries with her around. Good luck, Judy, from all of us. Chorus 1, 2, Girls basketball 1, 25 Secretary lg Art 1, 2, 33 Sopho- more Hop Zg Cheerleading 3, 4g junior Prom 3, Honorary Member of Women's Club 4, D. A. R. Good Citizenship Award, 43 Yearbook 4. Dark hair mul dark eyes, Crrmirily arc 1171 urlixl: f1rizc'. LORETTA ANTHONY Lorrie Loretta is the attractive, dark-haired girl in our class. She can be found easily when a burst of laughter breaks the silence of an otherwise quiet class. Loretta possesses an abundance of vitality and enthusiasm -the qualities which have made her an excellent cheerleader for three years at M. E. H. S. As one of our commercial students, Lorrie hopes in the future to become Somebody's Private Secretary. That lucky guy! We wish the best of luck. Basketball 1, 23 Chorus l, 2, 3, Varsity Club 23 Sophomore Hop 2, Debating Club 2, Cheerleading Z, 3, 4, Victory Dance 35 Yearbook 4. M PJ' 4' Q 'ff W M 5 1 Although he is a wit, 7 He' is 110 fool. DAVID BARNET T Dave Dave is the comedian of the class. His witty remarks have caused more than one teacher to laugh. Whenever there is a noise in the room, just look in the direction of Professor Barnett-He's your man! His imagination is tops and his ideas are always original. With these talents, we're sure that Dave can't help but make his future a success. Junior Prom 3, Freshman Initiation 4, Yearbook 4. lx She's prelty to walk ufh witty lo talk with: and pleusmy to o think on. JOAN Bms oil, sl' L 5 Dwayne Small, eitafefaisgkrivwo ar Qlje es to use to describe our Ioan. rHn's charm v- sa :lined her love of fun seem to keep g ll th ti ty h er serious side and she realizes v ofywl' h i ovalby ar good judgement during class 3 tings. Th Jeiggf k it college, Joan, although we don't thiuggfll ge . t, j' mor lug' 1 .e eadi g l,0!4g Basketball 1, 2, 45 Sophomore Hop 2, uni rom 3 '-matics 3, Va 'ty Club Csecretaryj 2. .i'i?gS'i,efr'i'- 9qv5 Vt,'f' tx 5' MP 'VU J' of by-Xyofv' ' W. l i'iiV qu' DV 9 , i 'X 5' .xyfvil ul jf, it iff. 1 have often rcgrclted my speech, never my silence. ROYSTON BUCK Roy Roy is our only live year basketball player. He started playing in the eighth grade and has continued to become better as years go by. He is a very independent fellow, and he doesn't hesitate when it comes to giving his opinion. Roy plans to enter the University of Massachu- setts in the fall and we all wish l 'm the best of luck. Student Council 13 Baslcetbztlll 1, 2, 3, 45 Baseball 1, 3, 4: Victory Dance 3g Dramatics 3g Yearbook 4. Her way.: arc ulllya' of plazszzfiilzers, flml all hw' paths are peace. ELEANOR CASAGRANDA The fact that Eleanor is one of the tiniest Cnot even five feet? girls in the class hasn't hampered her in the least. With her quiet manner and charm she quickly makes friends. VVhenever any one needs help of one sort or another, Eleanor is always close at hand. Though not the most studious person of the class, she still manages to keep her marks above average. Eleanor's deftness at typing and shorthand is sure to carry her far in the secretarial world, her chosen field. The class of '52 wishes you the best of everything in the future, Eleanor. Chorus 1, 2, 35 Junior Play 3g Usher at Graduation 3g Yearbook 4, of' lvl we li 'll all ll ,ilf l X. .lf it fy F1'z'clqlz'.r are an sign of beauty VIRGINIA CHILDS Ginny Ginny stands out in any class for many reasons. But the most noticeable is her freckles. Although she takes a good deal of kidding about them, sheis always good-natured. Ginny is one of the best-liked girls of the Class of '52 because she is always willing to lend a helping hand. Virginia plans to become an F. B. I. stenographer after graduation. Best of luck, Ginny-you deserve it! Chorus l, 2, Girls Basketball 23 Sophomore Hop 25 Dramatics 35 Junior Prom 35 Victory Dance 3, Freshman Initiation 45 Yearbook 4. He who is well-mmzncred is well-liked. HARRY DELLASANTA Nelson Harry is the boy who has done such an excellent job as president of tl1e class for the last two years. Not only has he been all asset to the class, but to the basketball team and commercial department as well. With his friendly, but reserved manner, 'LNelson is sure to become a great success. Best of luck, Harry. Baseball 1, 2, 3, 45 Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4g Captain 43 Vice-President 1, 2, President 3, 43 Student Council 3, 43 Student Council President 4g Boys State 3g Dramatics 3. Seven Q' . . .mid ' , 1 X Good Ming: came in .vnmll packages, but so ' ' doc: 11 lllllHIlll'.H Q J ANNA DePATSY mushy For a little girl, Anna can really make a lot of noise. Her laughter and mischief have brightened many dull classes. Brushy's pep and vitality make her an excellent cheerleader and she really puts her heart i11to those cheers. Anna wants to find a husband and settle down and we're sure her home will always be bright with her laughter. Chorus 1, 2, 4, Sophomore Hop 23 Debating Club Cvice-presidentj 25 Cheerleader 2, 3, 45 Captain 4g Usher at graduation 3: Victory Dance 3. . 'Z-llllzongh mnlll .the may bc, To cucryouck lzeurz :llc has lhc Key VELMA DOWNER . Vel Vel is our quiet, very efficient and reliable class secretary. Her sound suggestions and clever ideas have contributed much to class activities. Like all popular people, she has a variety of interests- from sports to good music. Her greatest ambition is to live in Florida and with her determination the Class of '52 is sure sl1e'll make it. Here's to you, Vell Student Council Representative 1, 2',g Basketball 1, Z9 Chorus 1, 2, 35 Sophomore Hop 23 Varsity Club QTreasurerJ 23 Treasurer 33 Dramatics 3, Junior Prom 3, National Honor Society 3, 43 Secretary 4, Yearbook 4. 91,4 1 ' 0 .cn 12'-if if A lion among ladies is ll flungcrom' thing. PATSY FALLAVOLITA Pat Pat is the Charles Atlas of the class. Although the fair girls at M.E.H.S. rave over his atheletic ability and his smooth technique on the dance Hoor, his interests have leveled off romantically to a certain Clinton girl and it looks like the real thing. While not over enthusiastic about studies, Pat manages to succeed in whatever he does and we're sure he'll go far in the future. Here's to you Pat! Basketball 1, Z, 3, 43 Class President Z3 Student Coun il 2g Dra- matics 35 Junior Prom 35 Baseball 3, 4. ,I , l t If: a friendly heart that has plenty of f1'iend.f. BETTE FLAGG Ebba'f Bette is a quiet, carefree lass with an enviable disposition. Ebba made a snappy cheerleader and you should see her footwork on the basketball Hoor. Her most welcome smile has helped a lot of us get over a blue mood. Her ability to make friends should be quite useful in the future as she plans to find a husband and settle down. Chorus 1, 2, 33 Girls Basketball 1, Z, 3, 49 Co-captain 23 Varsity Club 2, Cheerleading 25 Sophomore Hop 2. Eight 'f' I if it 9 5 1 J u 'A g She nmlqv: Ihr somber halls rrsound with gale: of carefree' lrluglltelf' IANE FLAGG Minnie Jane is that pleasant, decidedly friendly girl who has the most contagious laugh in all of M.lZ.I-LS. She can make a joke out of every- thing and usually does. Her ability on the dance floor, basketball court, and her peppy cheerleading make her one of the best known girls in the class. We know she'll be a huge success in whatever she does and we're sure that she'l1 never be without friends. Cheerleading 1, 2, 3: Girls basketball 1, 2, 33 Chorus 1, 2, 3, 43 Art 13 Varsity Club 2g Sophomore Hop 23 Victory Dance 3. Sinrcrify is halfway io r11c'ce.c: SHIRLEY FLYNN Shirl Shirl is probably the most studious girl in the class of '52. Her efficiency, sincerity and soft-spoken ways have been a great asset to our class meetings. lf there is a question that needs an answer, Shirley has it. Shirley plans to be a nurse and we'rc sure that our loss is the medical professioifs gain. liest of luck, Shirley! National. I-Ionor Society 2, 3, 43 Dramatics 33 Yearbook, Associate Editor 4. - 5 Iilkf fl, iii .iii i 1 DONALD GENEVA Ducky Ducky, our man with the warmest and most amiable smile of our class, has long been a class fixture. Though Ducky has an incessant supply of jokes he has his serious moments. His ability in sports, especially basketball, and his likeable way make him quite popular. Ducky's plans for the future are indefinite, but we're sure he'll be a huge success in whatever he undertakes. Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4g Basketball 1, 2, 3, 43 Treasurer 23 Dramatics 33 Student Council 43 Yearbook 4. Whf1l he docs, he doe: well. IOHIN GILLANDER ' Iohnny John is the Mad Chemist of the class. He's quiet in most classes, but let him loose in the lab., and brother, get out of the way! John has a secret talent-drawing cartoons-and these do wonders in brightening up classes. Also, he is very studious. This is proven by his appearance and quiet manner, in addition to the marks on his report card. So, when it comes to rough homework-he's your man. Best of luck, john, in whatever you undertake. Class president 13 Dramatics 33 National Honor Society 3, 43 Freshman Initiation 43 Yearbook 4. . ' Nine r I-Iappy and crzrefrec all fha while, Her ,fccrct lie: Wflhlll lm' smile. DONNA HOWARD Don 'Wien are jzlrlgfvl by lhcffr ucliolix bu! not by Iheir wor1l.:, NORMAN GOODALE Norm H Norman has always been a friend to everyone. He is one of the hard-to-End quiet boys in the Class of '52. His favorite pastime is working on cars- and we hear that he's really good at it. Norman's smcerityuand quiet manner' are sure to carry him far in the world of today. lhe Class of 52 wishes you the best of luck, Norm. Sophomore Hop 23 Dramatics. 3, '. ' ,I ia- HW . ,.1'Ff,,', ,l .PW 'I - '1 5 l'rl rrllhw' be .fzmrll mul rhino, than 111115: and Crlrl ll rlu.'1lnn'. ELLEN HESKETH Marie A happy smile and a laughing heart are two of the manv out- standing qualities of our most friendly and carefree classmate. 'Marie came to. us during our Sophomore year and Clinton High's loss was our decided gain. Always around when needed, her personality will not be soon forgotten. Marie's future interest lies in the held of nursing and we feel positive that she will succeed. Chorus Z3 Sophomore Hop 23 Dramatics 33 Junior Prom 35 Fresh- man Initiation 4g Yearbook 4. fgjym Pleasant, neat, and attractive are only a few of the adjectives that describe Donna. She is well-known for her happy-go-lucky attitude, but there is also a serious side to her nature. She makes it a point to obtain above average marl-:s in all her school work. Donna hopes to become either a medical secretary or a social worker. With her charm- ing personality she is bound to make good at whatever she chooses. Assistant Manager Girls Basketball 2: Sophomore Hop 23 Dra- matics 33 National Honor Society 3, 45 Freshman Initiation 43 Dramatic Editor of Yearbook 4. A litfle noizscnrc' now and than is rclirhcvl by llic best of men. CLINTON HUBBARD Tony Tony seems to get into everything from work to trouble. When- ever there is an uproar in the building just look for Tony, and his pal, Bob Stewart, for the source of it. Tony, although voted the class wit, has his serious moments and during these he has time for his studies and that sport of sports, basketball. Tony would like to enter the Coast Guard Academy at New London, Connecticut, and we're sure that he'1l do a good job at keeping our country safe. Basketball 2, 3, 45 Sophomore Hop 25 Dramatics 35 Junior Prom 33 Yearbook 4. Tm To :cc her ix lo like her: to know her if ta louc her. ANN IACKOLA Iackie Ann is one of the most versatile members of our class. She is an excellent basketball player, cheerleader and student and she likes every- thing from dancing to good books. Ann became a member of our class this year as she is going to complete high school in three years. Ann, with her friendliness and sense of lair play, should make a big hit at Clark. I-Iere's to you, Ann, from the Class of '52. Operetta 1, Varsity Club 13 Chorus 1, 43 Girls Basketball 1, 2, 43 Co-captain 2', 43 Junior Red Cross Delegate 1, Z, 43 Sophomore Hop 23 Cheerleading 2, 4g Freshman Initiation 4g Associate Editor M.E.S.A. 4. I'rl ralher be little and alive, Than ir big' dead one. CONSTAN CE PETTERSON Connie Connie's composure and calm demeanor are a sharp contrast to the noisiness of her classmates. VVhcnever anyone needs help in anything, they turn to Connie. With her sweet simple way she has definitely been an asset to our class and to the Commercial Department where she has proven herself of great value. We all know that she will go far in this field. A Chorus 1, 23 Dramatics 33 Victory Dance 3g Girls State 33 Usher at Graduation 33 Vice-President 4. ,D 'MVUJ ,155 ,V 1 Q J .-' il Jiri 5 ,J B ss ii 'A 'wigi in iffgm, high in mind, fi laugh like iff is hard to find. HAROLD PHELPS Eddie Suddenly the almost deathlike silence of our English IV class comes to life with a squeal of high laughter. Eddie is on another laughing spree. His general friendly manner makes Eddie one of the most popular boys in the class. Harold is an excellent student and a welcome addi- tion to any class. Harold plans to enter the field of interior decorating and with his artistic ability and friendliness we all agree that Eddie will go far. Basketball 1, 2, 3, 43 Art 2, 3, 43 Sophomore Hop 23 Varsity Club 23 Dramatics 3g junior Prom 33 Victory Dance 3g National Honor Society 3, 43 Co-editor of M.E.S.A. 4. For men may mme and men may go, but I go on forever. RONALD PHELPS Ronnie Ronnie is one of the best dressed boys in the class. His ambition and will to win reflects in his studies as well as his many extra-curricular activities. Ronnie has been a great asset to the school baseball and basketball teams. His politeness and sincerity have made him very popular among his classmates. His plans are to become a journalist and we Wish you the best of luck in the future, Ronnie. Basketball l, Z, 3, 4g Baseball l, 2, 3, 43 Treasurer 13 Varsity Club 23 Vice-president 3g Junior Prom 33 Dramatics 3g Freshman Initiation 43 Business manager of M.E.S.A. 4. . I Eleven Here hc mnwr-lhcre he goes. RUSSELL PHELPS Russ Don't let that tall, stately manner fool you! Russ is a genial, good- humored young man whose ready smile and witty remarks add jest to any classroom. Russ was never the ideal student, what with his fun- loving ways, but he managed to keep up his studies. Together with another fun-loving pair of Seniors Russ' name will go down in our memories as being the Number 1 merry-maker. Best of luck, Russ, in your future endeavors. Basketball 2, 35 Sophomore Hop Z5 Victory Dance 35 Dramatics 35 Student Council 45 Yearbook 4. sl 0 - 'li M. if-if ,, .. -i n' ' Us Vuric-ly imzy he thc' .vpicv of life, hut f1op11Ia1'ity ' ' ' H ,lnxts forrL'ef. 9 - . i ' 1 I NANCYX Us 5 ,gif 'Nan' That ta ,.att etive 'girl wgiili tl .freckles is Nancy Pibus. Nan is the mos 1, njv ally.1' ed girliin th Ttflass of '52 and she well deserves thejtitie. . 'ei . the i iac '-of gettilgalong with others no matter how ' 1 ' agre ble -tl ey arch Nalkfs plan' for the future is to become a recep- Y onis ' nd ygffre sure thatiiblie oliiee that she works in will be the busiest x L n ' pieslt in the city.x3 esj: of' luck, Nancy. horns l, 24p,Girls Ba. Qtball 1, 23 Varsity Club 25 Sophomore Hop ' 21 heerleaderiQ.3, 451 Class gecrctary 35 Dramatics 35 Junior Prom 35 , ' eshman li:ii,tiatio'ni 5 G -editor of lVl..E.S.A. 4. ,gf ,it jg it i L V i ff' .' f zv' . s f i ,J 1 , -, , . J 3 1 j' ,f ', J' 4. , e 1, 1 jj' is ,xo F Jil fl E' . it iii , ,V i it so 45, . ' , A , . my . . ' . , A helping hand und az gc'nc'rous heart are hers. ' 5 3 gf . 1 li: sfylgf' IANE RINDFLEISCH lame if Janie always has a smile for everyone. Her friendly disposition and her helpfulness will be remembered by the class of '52 in years to come. Janie's true ambition is to become a private secretary, but she says she wouldn't mind settling down if the right guy comes along. Her excellence in commercial work and her friendliness are sure to please any boss. Best of everything, Janie. Chorus 1, Z5 Art 1, 25 Secretary 2. The rarer of life do not boihcr me. ROBERT SOLITRO Bob Bob is the Hercules of the class, but don't think his talents lie only in his strength. No class would be complete without his clowning and what would our basketball team have clone without him? We're sure that Bob will be a Big success in whatever field he enters. Best of luck, Bob, though you won't need it. Q Basketball 1, 2, 3, 45 Dramatics 35 Yearbook 4. Twelve I like work, if faxcirizlrcs me, I crmlrl .fit mul look ni it for hours. ROBERT STEWART Bob While walking along the corridor you may hear a somewhat raucous laugh echoing throughout Major Edwards. You know without a second thought that it belongs to Bob. His competent ways made him a good manager of the basketball squad and a great asset to M.E.H.S. Bob's plan forthe future is to become a florist. And if we know Bob, hc'll make those flowers grow if it's the last thing he does. Here's to you, Bob, from the Class of '52-nothing but the best. Sophomore Hop 23 Basketball, Assistant Manager 23 Dramatics 33 Basketball Manager 3, 4: Baseball Manager 3, 45 Class Treasurer 4: Yearbook, Sports Editor 4. auiograplw -dllr t M A nJ1L 0 I 'I fl 4 . , 1 , . I Thirteen X Bw , sl Nw 25 eq ' 'Til Wm Class Histor Freshman As the summer went by and the fearful month of September crept upon us, we, the brave to-be Freshmen, stamped into these hallowed halls of learning. Undaunted by the suspicious looks cast upon us by the faculty, we reluctantly began our high school education. So occupied were we with our studies, that we received a nasty shock when a delegation of Seniors appeared and announced that we were about to be exposed to that most Entertaining ordeal known as the Freshman Initiation! l ! By some miracle we all survived and got down to the business of electing class officers. For President we chose that fine, upstanding, uncor- ruptable citizen, john Gillander! Other officers were V. Pres.-Harry Dellasanta, Treas.- Ronnie Phelps and Sec.-Judy Anderson. Junior We began our Junior year by electing the following officers: Harry Dellasanta, a very capa- ble executive, was elected President. Ronald Phelps, V. Pres.g Velma Downer, Treas.g and Nancy Pibus, Sec. Hardly had the year begun when we were plunged with both feet into the Junior Play. After weeks of grueling rehearsals, we put on a very successful play called 'fDate Bait. This was also a great financial success, being one of the few activities on which we ever made a profit. Also in January, we sponsored another suc- cessful event called the HVictory Dance in honor of our illustrious basketball team. In May we had our Junior Prom, which des- pite its social success, was an utter financial failure. We wound up the year by going to Lake Whalom on a wild spree. Szxtcerz Sophomore Once again the school was reopened and we marched in, cool and confident. This year we were seasoned veterans, we could sneer as the Freshmen were put through the mill. As presi- dent this year we chose Patsy Fallavallita, a politician of broad experience. Our other officers were: Harry Dellasanta, V. Pres.g Donald Gen- eva, Treas.g and Jane Rindfleisch, Sec. Under Patsy's direction we put on a Sopho- more Hop, the traditional social function of the Sophomore Class. This we called the Harvest Hop! 'l It was very successful and the best social event of the year. Senior Along came the year for which we had long waited. At last we were exalted SENIORS. Again we chose Harry Dellasanta, the only Presi- dent to survive two terms. Other omcers were V. Pres.-Connie Petterson, Treas.-Robert Stewartg and Sec.-Velma Downer. We gave the Freshmen a thorough going-over and then we launched a most unusual get- together, the f'Sadie Hawkins Dance. The rest of our year was taken up by pre- paring this Uinspirationaln volume and trying to get money to pay for it. In order to do this we embarked on a multitude of projects designed to bolster our financial status. Now at last we are free to go our evil way. Some of us may become wealthyg others may land in jail, but welll never stop wishing we could be back to relive the many good times at M.E.H.S. Class Prophecy PEOPLE'S SIATE INVESTIGATION BUREAU Date: 1 June 1972 To: Adjutant General David Barnett From: Special Agents Russell Phelps and Clinton Hubbard Subject: Occupations and Activities of M.E.H.S. Class of 1952 Sir: Bristol, Joan. Recruiting Sergeant of VVomen's Army. Holds record for recruits joined up this year. Buck, Roy. Tree surgeon and conservationist. Has developed an inch high tree. Now he wonders what to do with it. Flagg, Jane. l1Vorld famous hair stylist, Her latest creation is known as the Cocker Spaniel Hair Cut. Cassagranda, Eleanor. Personal secretary to Sla- tnin Sam Slade, private detective. lntends to marry, but can't talk him into it. Riendfliesch, Jane. Owner of Mt. Waclitisett Dairy, lt scents that she married into it. Fallavolita, Patsy. Romantic television star. Has just broken the record for the longest kiss on TV. Hesketh, Marie. Married, and is running a nursery home. Has an enrollment of over 500 boys. Phelps, Harold. Interior decorator. Received cita- tion for revdecorating the NVhite House. lt is now PINK! Flynn, Shirley. l-las newspaper column known as Aunt Shu'ley's Advice to the l,ovelorn. Mends many broken hearts each day. Solitro, Robertg and Donald Geneva. Lanclscape gardners ol' the Sahara Desert which has recently been irrigated. Stewart, Robert. Florist extraordinary. ls develop- ing a memory plant which will remember to come up in the same place each year. Anderson, Judith. Manager of a chain of modern automats. After working in Howard John- son's, she decided it was easier to serve food that way. Howard, Donna. Medical stewardess on Inter- Martian space flights. Gillander, John. After 96 hours of continuous and deliberate calculations came up with an answer 6 seconds before I-larvard's me- chanical calculator. He is now resting after such prodigious effort. Downer, Velma. Speedway driver. Drives stock- car in natton wide races. Childs, Virginia. Married, is busy producing little blonde childs, To date she has an even dozen. Phelps, Ronald. Editor of the world-famous Nash- awayf' advertised as Your home town paper. Anthony, Loretta. One of the best dancers in the country. Has just started an international tour with her troupe The Flatfeetf' Flagg, Bette. Formerly secretary, has married her boss, the president of the First National Bank. Pibus, Nancy. After struggling with the class to complete the Yearbook, She gave up and renounced the world. ls now a hermit in the hills of Vermont. Dellasanta, Harry. Voted the proudest father in Worcester' County. Is president of Po- litical College, teaches Parliamentary Pro- cedure. jackola, Ann. Colonel of the VVon1en's Army. She has just announced that all men should be subservient to women, as women are smarter than men. Petterson, Constance. Vice-president of National School of Politics. Is married to the President. DePatsy, Anna. llVO1llZlll news commentator. Has record for giving most news in least amount of time. Goodale, Norman. Movie star. Has lead in latest love film, Romeo and Juliet. Comment: Since these people have all been found to be extraordinarily happy, they have been arrested for attempting to undermine the People's State by subversive activities which bring doubt to the minds of the common people. CSignedJ Russell Phelps Clinton Hubbard S ezfentecfr C ss Will We, the class of 1952, in order to form a more confusing high school, establish crime, insure trouble, promote the general disturbance, provide for the more complete destruction of the system, and secure the reputation of juvenile delinquents to ourselves and our posterity, do ordain and es- tablish this Last Will and Testament for the Senior Class of Major Edwards High School, hereby revoking all wills heretofore made by us. After the payments of our just debts and funeral charges, we bequeath and devise as follows: 1. To the undergraduates we leave from one to several years more in this noble institution- and our heartfelt sympathies. Also, 365 extra days to complete the homework assign- ments due to Seniors. 2. To Mr. Pulsifer, we leave a one Way com- munication system between his office and U.S. History Class. 3. We leave our ghost to haunt Mr. Marshall in hopes that with it will go a reminder of his favorite class. 4. To Mr. Lepore, our class advisor, we leave our deepest thanks and appreciation for the many helpful ways in which he has guided us during this past year. 5. To Mr. McNaney we leave a megaphone so that his voice will be heard as effectively all over the school without the worry of straining it 6. To Mr. Kelly we leave a wig so that he will have something to tear out at his J.V. basket- ball games. 7. We leave Mrs. Hamilton and history class, gladly, but also with our deepest gratitude for putting up with our crazy antics. 8. To Mrs. Gagel we leave a charge account at F. W. Woolworths. 9. We leave Mr. Alisch a sponge and a pail of water for his car. E1 ghzcen 10. To Miss Topham we leave a bag of old gym clothes for the next class of forgetful Senior girls-and a pair of scissors. 11. To Miss Charles we leave a scooter to deliver all her mimeographed work. 12. We leave Mrs. Blanchard a box of aspirins with best regards from the Senior Cheer- leaders, her biggest headache. 13. To Mr. jeffrey we leave a towel to wipe his brow after hard-fought games. 14. To Don Knight we will a suite of rooms in which to do all his smoking, eating, and talking. 15. To the other boarders of the upstairs teach- er's room we leave our rent for the past year and a brand new set of excuses to get in there for the future Seniors. Now that we've insulted the faculty we will pro- ceed to do likewise to the lowly underclassmen. 1. To Tony Smith we leave plenty of rope in hopes that the old adage will hold true. 2. Connie 'Tm taken Petterson leaves every- thing because she doesn't want to take any- thing with her. 3. Roy 'fWhat's the next answer Buck leaves his ability to stay on the basketball team for five years to Marvin Ettinger. 4. Loretta Let's go to Clintonw Anthony leaves on her way to Mike. S. Robert 'fWatch out, here T comel' Solitro leaves his ability to always have the right answer ready for his unsuspecting teacher to no one, because no one is capable of doing the same. 6. joan HHot rod Bristol leaves her ability to do chemistry to anyone who feels they can do as - well?? 7. David 'fl beg to differ Barnett leaves his radical ideas to james Sharpe. 8. Virginia Freckles'l Childs leaves her dig- nified airs to Betty Vadnais. john 'tThe mad chemist Gillander refuses to leave any of his theories on the grounds that it might tend to incriminate him. Anna Let's have a partyl, DePatsy leaves her cheerleading skirt to Regina Popko. Patsy UI clidn't take your pencil! Falla- volita leaves his ability of being late every morning to Eleanor Haller. Velma I made it this morning! Downer leaves her ability to remain neutral at the right time to Ruth Amello. Ronald 'tThere's no need of it Phelps leaves his neat appearance and shining shoes to all the underclassmen at Major Edwards. Ann 'Tm not asleep, Yawn, Jackola leaves her ability on the basketball floor to her sis- ter, jean, with hopes that keeping it in the family will keep the girls' team winning. Russell 'tIs my face red!! Phelps leaves his ability to get away with racing around town on two wheels to anyone who thinks they can be as lucky. Shirley HI like to study Flynn leaves her report cards for the past four years as a token of encouragement to Audrey Petterson. Clinton What's the matter with you?,' Hub- bard leaves his ability to daydream anytime, anywhere, to Mario Latuga. Nancy I've known him for a long time, but gee whizi. I'm just waking up! 'l Pibus leaves. Marie Oh, for Christmas sakes Hesketh leaves her argumentative ways to Marjorie Carpenter. Harold 'tNever a dull moment Phelps leaves his mouth for the entrance to any new subway. Judy t'Why? Anderson leaves her other selfl' behind, in hopes that the one she takes with her will be better than the one she left. 22. Donald I always end up in the office Gen- eva leaves his technique with the fairer sex to Richard Barakian. 23. jane I can't make up my mind Rindfleisch leaves her agreeable personality to john Mack. 24. Harry 'fNelson Dellasanta leaves his role of captain of the basketball and baseball teams to anyone worthy of the job. 25. Jane I love a Ford Flagg leaves her physique to Sandra Nordstrom. 26, Robert There's nothing like a good time Stewart leaves a package of razor blades to Bob Ferrandino. 27. Eleanor Don't call on mel' Casagranda leaves her ability to keep quiet at the right time to janet Gardner. 28. Donna 'tbefore and after Howard leaves her will power to Barbara Rotti. 29. Bette I've got to get a job Flagg leaves her habit of writing letters in class to any junior girl who has nothing else to do. 30. The graduating cheerleaders leave to Gail Wheeler the wearisome task of breaking in a new set of cheerleaders. In testimony whereof, we, the Class of 1952, have signed, published, and declared this to be our last will and testament in the presence of the undersigned, who at our request, in our pres- ence, and in the presence of each other have hereto subscribed their names as witnesses to said will. Witnesses: Judy Anderson Mr. Russell H. Marshall Velma Downer Mr. Frank Lepore Class Attorneys Nineteen Most Popular Most Athletic Best Dressed Best Dancer First to Marry Cutest Most Excitable Most Bashful Best Looking Best Personality Fastest Talker Noisiest Quietest Most Carefree Class Sweethearts Biggest Wolf Biggest Wolfess WHO'S WHO I Boy Harold Phelps Harry Dellasanta Ronald Phelps Patsy Fallavolita Russell Phelps Ronald Phelps Royston Buck Norman Goodale Patsy Fallavolita Harold Phelps David Barnett Robert Solitro Norman Goodale Robert Stewart Harry Dellasanta Patsy Fallavolita Girl Nancy Pibus Ann jackola Joan Bristol Velma Downer Bette Flagg Velma Downer Anna DePatsy Eleanor Casagranda Judy Anderson jane Rindileisch Anna DePatsy Jane Flagg Eleanor Casagranda Virginia Childs Connie Petterson Loretta Anthony Most Sincere Most Artistic Most Versatile Most Ambitious Most Reliable Most Cheerful Most Sophisticated Most Polite Neatest Best Disposition Friendliest Brainchild Nicest Smile Cutest Dimples Best Bluffer Class Wit Most Likely to Succe Best Looking-Cutest Most Excitable Best Dressed 552 C ASS AVQRITE irley Flynn arold Phelps nn Jackola irley Flynn nnie Petterson arie Hesketh onna Howard irley Flynn retta Anthony ne Rindlleisch bert Solitro hn Gillander nald Geneva ncy Pibus an Bristol inton Hubbard CLASS OF '52 Favorite Pastime Favorite Rendezvous Favorite Expression Favorite Actor Favorite Actress Favorite Comedians Favorite T.V. Program Favorite Sport Favorite Athlete Favorite American Favorite Food Favorite Drink Favorite Orchestra Favorite Singer fmalej Favorite Singer ffemal Favorite Song Favorite Subject Greatest Worry Least Worry Laughing Stuart's Diner There's no need of Gregory Peck Jane Wyman Martin and Lewis Hit Parade Basketball Ted Williams Gen. Douglas MacArthur French fries F rappe Guy Lombardo Tony Bennett eb Doris Day HSin77 Study periods Money Homework Most Ambitious-Brainchild Noisiest H H Son Hits by Loretta Anthony and 'I'll Get By -going 80 miles an hour 'Sin -getting caught Thinking of Youi'-2 p.m. 'And So to Sleep Againi'-study hall 'Again -D warning I'm in Love Again -Anna DePatsy 'It's Been a Long, Long Time -to graduate 'It's 3 o'clock in the Morning -coming home from the Prom 'Tell Me Whyl'-I have to get a tardy slip 'Clear Water -broken bubbles 'September Song -going back to school 'Smoke, Smoke, Smoke, that Cigarette -short pause to Industrial Arts 'Land of Lovel'-the Lake 'Where are You -Velma's late again 'What Did I Do -Bob Solitro in U. S. History 'Isn't it Romanticn-movies in assembly 'Don't give me that Story -Mr. Lepore 'You're so Understanding -Mr. McNaney 'Temptationl'-to cheat 'Maybe it's Because -you've got bad breath 'The Night has a Thousand Eyes -Mr. Marshall 'Everywhere You Go -Mr. Marshall's right behind you 'Tip Toeing in -after Flagg's parties 'Till the End of Time -joan 81 Bruce K They Tried to Tell us We're too Young - Jane Flagg 'Blue Moon -after loosing a game 'Bring Back the Thrill -beating Clinton I'll see You in My Dreams -Bette 81 Paul 'Sweetheartsv-President 81 Vice-President Undecided -whether or not I'll go to school I'm Beginning to see the Light -Nancy gl Eddie Come with Me 'Ma Honey' -Eddie Phelps Wheel of Fortune -Pat, Bob Solitro, and Ducky Always -Loretta and Mike What a Difference a Year Makes -Donna Howard I'll Build a Stairway to Paradise -John Gil- lander Twenty-Iwo N H U U C! CC L6 El H H Patsy Fallavolita Bermuda -thinking of our class trip Baby Face -Mr. Kelly I Talk to the Trees -Mrs. Hamilton Miss Youl'-Mrs. Blanchard, Miss Charles, and MEHS Welre in the Army Now -Senior boys after graduation If I had the Wings of an Angel, -Mr. Alisch's car I Canit Begin to Tell You -why I didn't come to school yesterday Forever and Ever -Marie 81 Eddie The Galloping Comedian -David Barnett You go to my Headv-Odors in the lab Can't We Talk it Over -U. S. History stu- dents during a test I Ain't Gonna Take it Settin' Down -class meetings Doin' What Comes Naturally -Winning league championship Once in a While -homework gets passed in on time Trust in Me -students to teachers Youire as Pretty as a Picturel'-dissected frogs in biology class. Won't You Surrender -Northbom Loveliest Night of the Year -Saturday night and Ronnie Phelps I've got a Crush on You -broken chairs Slaughter on 10th Ave. -When dismissal bell rings Dance Me Loose -7th and 8th grades dancing at noontime Wishin' -we could start all over again Powder Your Face with Sunshine -Jane Rind- tleisch Beautiful, Beautiful Brown Eyes -Shirley Flynn I'm sitting on top of the World -Bob Stewart So Tiredw-Ann Jackola Don't Fence Me In -Russ Phelps Oh You Dreamer You -Tony Hubbard Someday -Judy Anderson I Wish I Was -5 ft. tall, Eleanor Casagranda Flying High -C.A.P. Norman Goodale Student Counci Back Row: Marlene Johnston, James Jeffrey, Judith Martin, Jerry Sheehan, Sandra Han- Cock, Mr. Marsliall-advisor. Front Row: Janet Skantz, Ralph Hall, Harry Dellasanta, Donald Geneva, John Mack, Kent Lindberg, Robert Shaw. Clan of '53 Back Row: Harold Clarkson, Ronald Carson, Anthony Smith, Lorenz Whitcoiiiln, Mr. MeNaney-class advisor. Middle Row: Marjorie Carpenter, Janet Gardner, Elaine Monroe, Donald Morrow, Richard llarakain, Robert Ferrandino, Mario Latuga, James Sharpe, Edith Timonen, Ann Garsicle, Andrey Pettcrson. Front Row: Sandra Nordstrom, Barbara Rotti, Janet Zuranski, Shirley Gothing, Orton Downer, Virginia Cousins, Ralph Hall, Jean McKay, John Mack, Mary Beshai, Ruth Amello, Eleanor Haller, Leona Cadran. wwf Twenty-tlzrce l Z - lil 'Q i ,- it i , 6' A A ,4,, .4 ' ' vt Claw of '54 Back Row: Miss Charles-class advisor, Chris Meola, Robert Fancy, Richard L'Esperancc Robert Leonard, Marion Hoyle, Donald Bacon, Kay Fawcett, Richard Chapman, Louis Geneva, Alvin Barakian. Front Row: Lucy Tambolleo, Carole Federeci, Priscilla jewett, Lillian Kimpton, Janet Skantz, Patricia King, Kent Lindberg, Gail l1Vheeler, David Gonyer, Cynthia Monroe, Gloria Zuranski, Bette Esoian, Nancy Roscnlund. Clam of '55 Twenty-four Back Row: Mrs. Hamilton-class advisor, Edward Pyne, Charles Esoian, Alan Hoglund, Kingsley Doe, Barry Shepard, Thomas Murphy, Richard lfhelps, Bruce Shepard, Ray Gallant, Howard Rindfleisch, Francis Pasquale, George Colangelo, Bruce Hanson. Middle Row: Karl Benedict, Charles Cummings, Audrey Phelps, Rose Beshai, Alice Taylor. Barbara Hoagland, Regina Popko, Ann Benedict, Myrna Brinclc, Ruth Cousins, Emily Morrow, Jean Jackola, James Scrimgeonr. Front Row: Claire Flagg, Shirley Bavosi, Bette Vadnais, Nina Stewart, Lydia DiPietro, Pierro Henault, James Jeffrey, Roger Massey, Marlene Johnson, Laura Gammell, Ann Roberts, Clara DeSanti, Irene Bonci. Clam of '56 First Row: Janice Rindlleisch, Virginia Sniedberg, Beverly Ettiuger, Ann Pulsifer, Jere- nuah Sheehan. Joann Shaw, Judy Martin, Elizabeth Barnett, Leslie XfVhit1nore, Maureen XfVeleh, ,Indy Hoyle, Carolyn Anderson, Carol Zuranski, Helaine Heinold. Second Row: Mrs. lillancharcl-advisor, David Roberts, Kenneth Clarkson, Edward Buck, Peter Beltz, William Scales, Mary Rice, Cosmo Casainassa, James Rotti, Thomas Dellasantn, john Skantz, Roy Erickson. Third Row: Robert Ramstroni, Harry Hoaglund, Marvin Ettinger. Clam of '57 First Row: Carol Johnson, Carol Rosenlunrl, Mary Sheehan, Judy Hebert, Sandra Han- cock, Robert Shaw, Christine Hanson, James DePatsy, Patricia Gray, Sandra Lloyd, Allegra Johnson, Mary Spencer, Marilyn Flagg, Barbara Childs. Second Row: VVilliam Stanley, Williaili Balcom, Robert Pasquale, Donald Parker, Richard Skarin, Grace Tambolleo, Philip Hoaglund, Robert Rich, Thomas Geneva, Duane Hoag- lund, Ernest DeSanti, Frederick Quist. Third Row: Miss Topliam-class advisor, Alice Cosgrove, Albert Rotti, Judith Pendleton, ,lohn Young, Kenneth Hartwell, Raymond Meola, Carol VVolfe, YVillia1n Geneva, Laura Davis, and Donald Hoaglund. Twenty ft e National .Honor Society First Row: Mr. Lepore, advisor. Second Row: Jean MacKay, Velma Downer. Third Row: Elaine Monroe, Ann Iaelcola, Donna Howard, Marjorie Carpenter. Fourth Row: Shirley Flynn, james Sharpe, Harry Dellasanta. Fifth Row: John Gillander, Ronald Phelps Harold Phelps. 1 glue Mesa Staff Back Row: Shirley Flynn, Literary Editor: Robert Stewart, Sports Editor: Ann Jackola, Associate Editor: Ronald Phelps, Business Manager. Front Row: Donna Howard, Drama Editor: Nancy Pibus, Harold Phelps, Co-Editors-im Chief. The Mesa Staff Co-Editors in Chief ....,.............................................., Nancy Pibus and Harold Phelps Associate Editor ......... Literary Editor Business Manager .....,.,,........,.., Assistant Business Managers Sports Editors ..... Dramatics Editor ....... Class Will ...,,..... Pro ph ery ....... Class History ....... Song Hits ............... Commercial Work ...... Art Editors ....... Ann jackola Shirley Flynn Ronald Phelps Donald Geneva, Robert Stewart, and Robert Solitro Robert Stewart and Ann Jackola Donna Howard Judy Anderson and Velma Downer Russell Phelps, David Barnett, and Clinton Hubbard Virginia Childs, Eleanor Casagranda, and John Gillander Loretta Anthony and Patsy Fallavolita Connie Patterson, Jane Rindlleisch, Marie Hesketh and Anna DePatsy Virginia Childs and Harold Phelps Miscellaneous ....., ,,.,,..,,.....,.....,...,,.,l.........,.,,,,........,... J oan Bristol and Jane Flagg Class Advisor-Mr. Frank Lepore Twenty-six 4 K4 -424424-454 4 E 4 4 4 4 ilflfl fi: 42 .4 .4 4 4 4 FM 4: ' , 4 ' 4 4 4-4 '4i'J4:.4f s 4 4 4 4 4A s 4,.k4ff.4j-91443144 ' , M Q - M W4 4 x43 4344...-42 424k- 4 - 4 4 Z. ij 4 5 fx ' 4 ' 4 4 '442:4'A4 4 44'4?4C144fA4?4 4 f r' 1' 4 4 4 4 44-4 4 4- :,4Q.4:::x 4341844 4 R 4' 4-' 4 4- 44,.4f4444fl'4PQ4?24'5.3is 44 ' 4 44 ' A -Q-4' 4 24 K 4. 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The past season provided many thrills for the spectators. .Nip and tuck games proved to be the order of the night as the Edwards five en- gaged in one exciting battle after another. Sev- eral victories were one point affairs which kept the onlookers on the edges of their seats through- out the evening. The team opened the regular season by travel- ling to No. Brookfield on December 21 where they met the Purple and Whitel' in one of the most nerve-wracking games of the entire season. At the final whistle the score read 48 all and we went into overtime. After three minutes of rugged ball playing the score was again tied at 50 all. But the second overtime proved to be too much for the fighting men in blue and we went down to a hard-playing North Brookfield five by 2 points. Twenty-eight january 8 found us on the floor with our old rival Oxford. The game was a seesaw battle with each team taking temporary leads. But, with only minutes remaining, Edwards broke out into the lead and refused to be overtaken. The final score of this hotly contested game was Edwards 31-Oxford 29. Sutton's men in green were our guests on -January 15. The game was expected to be a close one, but not as close as it turned out. The brilliant all-round playing of Craw, the Sutton center, made it a very interesting contest. Team work paid off for us and we were again victorious by the score 29-25. Revenge was in the heart of every Edward's player and rooter when january Z5 rolled around. Why? Because the only league team to beat us was coming to town-North Brookfield. A very determined Edwards tive answered the start- ing gong and a nip and tuck battle was waged throughout the first half. The score was tied 15 all at the half, but the Edwards men came back on the Hoor to stage a terrific third quarter rally. Going into the last quarter the boys in blue held a six point lead, but theirhopes were dimmed as they saw their lead cut to one point with seconds to go. The spectators were in an uproar as the final bell rang-Edwards winning 36-35. February 1 rolled around and found us riding to Oxford to play the much-dreaded 'Orange and Black team. During the first half, the Oxford men seemed to have the advantage sinking most of their field attempts. Starting slow must be an advantage for our boys, because in the last quarter we broke the game wide open, thanks to the accuracy of our captain, Harry Della- santa. The final bell found us way out in front, 49-42. Our last game with Brookfield proved to be more exciting than the hrst. The Brookfield boys put up a strong battle and their first half offense was stronger than had been expected even though they were on their own floor. But the steady ball playing of the Edwardites again came through and we won 37-27. The final league game of the season found us playing host to Charlton. The boys from Ed- wards, realizing only too well that the final score would mean the league championship or a tie with North Brookfield and a play-off game, played an inspired all-round game and won by the very comfortable margin of 12 points 47-35. Invited to the Clark tournament, the Edwards five met with success when they defeated Lunen- burg by a 42-40 score. In a second round game, we went down to defeat to a staunch Northboro team but in defeat, Pat Fallavollita came off the bench to spark the Edwards team in a second half rally which nearly upended the Northboro quintet. The entire student body and all the Edwards rooters realize that the constant success of the Edwards team is due in great part to the efforts of coach Jim jeffrey. Coach vleffrey, a busy man in his own right, has sacrificed much val- uable time in recent years to make the West Boylston team one of the outstanding quintets in the WWCL. His coaching record for the past three years is almost unrivalled in this vicinity. The Seniors tip their hats and give a rousing cheer for coach Jim jeffrey. Twenty-nzrze ,IT I 1 ,V fayuee Kadketbafl eam Back row: Mr. Kelly-Coach, Mario Latuga, Louis Geneva, Richard Lesperance, Marvin Ettinger, Richard Chapman, Kingsley Doe, Howard Rindflcisch, Robert Leonard, Richard Barakian. Front row: Donald Bacon-Assistant Manager, Ray Gallant, John Mack, Ralph Hall, Ronald Carson, james Jeffrey, David Gonyer, Roger Massey, and Robert Stewart- Manager. girld Badkeiball eam Thirty Back row: Carol Federeci, Ruth Cousins, Ann Benedict, Edith Tinioncn, Betty Vadnais Myrna Brink, Jean Iackola, and Miss Topham-Coach. Front row: Maureen lrVelsh-Co-Manager, Patricia King, Ann Iackola, Priscilla Jewett Ann Garside, Marion Hoyle, and Judith Martin-Co-Manager. Girl athletes at Major Edwards go in for one competitive sport-basketball. This year the team broke the losing streak that has been a jinx to them for several years. The scorebook shows a record of 9 wins, 5 losses and 1 tie. Last year's team was back at full strength with a few worth-while additions. Under the excellent direction of their coach, Miss Topham, the girls started their season with three straight victories. The individual supervision which the girls received, could be seen as they did an excellent job on both offense and defense. The team is looking forward to another successful season next year as they will lose only one Senior. Best of luck in the future, girls, and keep up the good work! : 1 JL 8.14. 5. Cheerleatlef-4 Left to right: Ann Jackola, Nancy Pibus, Judy Anderson, Gail VVheeler, Loretta Anthony, joan liristol, and Anna DePz1tsy-Captain. This year the members of the cheerleading squad included: Captain, Anna Delbatsyg Nancy Pibus, Loretta Anthony, Joan Bristol, Judy Anderson, Gail Wheeler and Ann Jackola. At the beginning of the season they started out right away to raise money to pay for their uniforms. They held a food sale in November and made 3513, then a sports dance in December where each received 354. The Student Council contributed enough to help finish for the paying of the uniforms. The uniforms consisted of royal blue pleated skirts, heavy white pullover sweaters, blue caps, large megaphoned E's, white sox, and white sneakers, which all made up for some neat looking gals. Because the gym was being used for basketball practice for the boys, they held their practices in Anna's cellar. At these practices they worked hard to make up new and better cheers, some of which were peppy and original. These cheers required a lot of time and effort for perfection. During the course of the season, they lost one of their good cheerleaders, ,lane Flagg, who dropped out because she found it impossible to continue the rest of the season. This year there were 6 graduating cheerleaders, most of whom have been mem- bers of the squad for 2 or 3 years, This leaves Gail Wheeler remaining to take over the task of training the new girls next year. To these cheerleaders who worked so hard over the years we give our gratitude for helping to instill in the students the spirit of which no school should be without. Thirty-one Tlzirry-:wo Q- , 1 ,... C a.,5,. - X fg psf. . Yr--1 ' gif- 3534. ,gg U V E. nm . 5 L , , , Z Illlj llli' A 11-sf' .-1-' 'A X l , ll 4 nr-' , n 1 'I D A U 'S 1 ' 5 Y ll ,.. . ,- a X , w , . bf' 'm . f U V ' a ' f P 4 1 in ' if U. I .P ' S Tri 'VW V 1 Tlzirty-three fad! Back row: Mrs. Hamilton-Director, Harry Dellasanta, Robert Stewart, Harold Phelps, Nancy Pibus, Clinton Hubbard, John Gillancler, Patsy Fallavolita, and Velma Downer. Front row: Roy Buck, Joan Bristol, Ronald Phelps, judy Anderson, and Virginia Childs. ur unior f ag On the night of November 3, 1950, we, the class of '52, who were then juniors, presented the annual Junior Play. The play we selected was UDate Bait, a comedy in 3 acts, by Bette Knapp. The story revolved around a typical American family with 3 growing daughters, the youngest of whom certainly was not HDate Bait? She, along with her popular sisters and her clarinet-playing boy friend, whom she thought was 'ltoo young, fig- ured in one of the most successful money- makers of our Junior Year. Stage .fvlanvld Back row: Donald Geneva, Robert Solitro, and Clinton Hubbard. Front row: Donna Howard-Proinpter, Rus- sell Phelps, and Connie Petterson-Prompter. Thirty-four' B Date ai Senior Class Cffieers if President .... . Harry Dellasanta Vice-President .. Connie Petterson Secretary ..... .. Velma Downer Treasurer . . . . . Robert Stewart MOTTO Acl astra per aspera COLORS-Blue and Wlzite FLOWER-White Rose SONG CCH D9 W alls of Edwards to the music of Halls of Ivy Answers to Guess Who- 1. Connie iamcfson 2. ShirleyFlynn 3, Anna Deleatsy 4. Loretta Anthony 5. Harold Phelps 6. Joan Bristol 7. Jane Rindtleisch 8. Velma Downer 9. Connie Petterson 10. Bob Stewart 11. Jane and Bette Flagg 12. Eleanor Casagranclu 13. Nancy Films 14. Judy Anderson 15. Norman Goodale 16. John Gillander 17. Ann Jackola 18. Virginia Childs 19. Joan Bristol 20. Roy Buck 21. David Barnett 22. Patsy Fallavolita 23. Roy Buck 24. Donna Howard 25. First and Second Grades in 19414942 26. Russell Phelps 27. L. to R., Harold Phelps, Russell Phelps, and Fred lilrink 28. Boh Solitro 29. Ronnie Phelps 30. David Barnett 31. Donna Howard 32. Ronnie Phelps 33. The Woodland Street Grammar Kids 34. 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