Martha's Vineyard Regional High School - Vineyarder Yearbook (Martha's Vineyard, MA)

Text from Pages 1 - 88 of the 1960 volume:

O J £ Volume I Published by THE SENIOR CLASS MARTHA’S VINEYARD REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts FOREWORD The establishment of a new school creates many traditions: a ring is designed, school colors are selected, and a yearbook is published. Within the pages of this yearbook the staff has recorded warm memories of the activities of the first graduating class and has set a high goal for others to follow. This first edition of The Vineyarder is intended to start a tradition that will remain strong in the future of the Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School. The Editor I 2 CONTENTS Foreword _ ___ ___ 2 Dedication ____ _ __ 4 Staff . .... .. . . _ __ 5 Administration ... .. ...._ . 9 Faculty ____ ____13 Seniors _ ___ _ ___ _ 17 Perfect Boy and Girl . . . . .. 50 Senior Class Officers ___ _____ - 51 Senior Class Advisors . ... . 52 Senior Superlatives __ __ _ _ 53 Class History .. . . . 56 Underclassmen . ... ____ _ .. . . .. 59 Organizations _ _ _ . 63 Athletics . .. .. . . .. 69 Activities _ . .. 75 Patrons.. . . .... 78 3 DEDICATION - The Class of I960 wishes to take this opportunity to express its gratitude to those who have sacrificed so much for so long for us. We happily dedicate this yearbook, The Vineyarder, to our parents and our patrons, who have made the Martha’s Vineyard Regional School a reality. They have made a school worthy of their labors and loyalties, and of the calibre of education which they desired us to absorb. We sincerely thank you for giving us and future generations so much. May we follow in your footsteps, taking our part in the never- ending process of educating our future Americans. 4 - VINEYARDER STAFF The Vineyarder Staff has worked earnestly under‘the editorship of Marilyn Jackson and her assistant Patricia Campos. We had a good time while we were establishing what the Class of ’60 hopes will be a new tradition. The Art Staff started the ball rolling and from there we all pitched in, each staff making its contributions. We all agree that it was a new and wonderful experience. Miss Lassen and Mr. Andrews gave a great amount of their time as advisors of the Vineyarder Staff. W e would like to thank them for their assistance and commend them for their patience. 5 Tisbury High School Sponsored by: MARTHA S VINEYARD MEDICAL SOCIETY I Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School A chain of traditions was broken as of June 15, 1959, M ' hen Oak Bluffs High School held its graduation exercises and officially passed out of existence. On June 11, the Edgartown High School had the same such occurrence. The Tisbury High School held its final gathering on June 12. These left us all with the feeling that we would be leaving our familiar surroundings and embarking on a different world. A challenge was put forth to us, and it was to last throughout our Senior year. With the passing of each school week, we found ourselves among new friends and being confronted with new experiences. When those three schools merged last June to form the Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School, we had already begun to establish new customs. The greatest of these was the class ring, which would not be changed once chosen by a committee of Seniors. This June the Class of ’60 is truly proud of having had such a tremendous role to carry out in the establishment of new traditions. The Island, by the founding of our high school, has been brought closer together. We now wish to thank all who had a part in bringing the Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School into existence that day in April, 1954. Sponsored by: MARTHA’S VINEYARD NATIONAL BANK 7 - CANDIDS - Miss Brown—Nurse Teachers’ Lunch Cafeteria Cooks Coach Pachico Mrs. Colter and Mrs. Costa Reuben Silvia Mr. George Metalious Guidance Director David Welch B r {t SUPERINTENDENT’S MESSAGE Mr. Charles E. Downs Life is made of many days; some of them last for several years. They are born in the faintest trace of light showing its fragile head beyond an imaginary line. They grow stronger with the passing of seconds until suddenly it is noon; suddenly the day is full. And then, more gradually it declines toward its end. But the end is not feeble as the beginning for the day has done its work. This book is a story of one of those days, the record of the activities, friendships, and achievements of the first graduating class of the Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School. Whereas the light at the beginning was timid and hesitant, the story ends in strength and fire and tints the island with its color. May each of you thumb these pages and recall pleasant memories. However, this history of this class will not be written for many years to come. Each one of you has something imp ' ortant to contribute. Only when each of you has made his contribution will the work of this class be finished. I join with your parents, teachers, and friends in wishing you success and happiness along the roadway of life. 10 Mr. Charles A. Davis PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE You, the Class of I960, are the first generation of seniors to receive the coveted diploma from the Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School. You are charter members of an institution which has its deriva¬ tions in the generations which have preceded you; an institution whose foundations rest upon the con- ■ ' dction that you should have the best preparation for adult living and adult citizenship that our society is capable of providing. Your worth as a graduate is not necessarily proven by the receipt of a diploma; but rather by what use you make of that body of knowledge you have acquired, the ideas you will cultivate and nurture, the extent to which your intellect is inflamed, and your horizons broadened. Prove your worth by continually developing your mind so that you, as well as society, will continue to benefit. Time brings many changes and the understanding and recognition of these changes are all important. The maxim which states that nothing is permanent but change,” is an excellent one to remember. The education of past generations was geared to the times; and it was good; but it would be inadequate for today’s training of tomorrow’s citizenry; for we are living in the Age of the Atom and the astronaut, and in the realization that the comic strip episodes of Buck Rogers and Flash Gordon are no longer entities of entertainment, but scientific probability based on fact. Remember that change and adaptation to change are forever with us. Failure to recognize this and ad¬ just accordingly are attributes of ignorance, illiteracy, and immorality; all of which contribute to the internal decay of nations and to the enslavement of their masses. Remember, too, that all progress stems from change, but all change is not necessarily progress. Good luck to you in all your endeavors and may all your undertakings strengthen your self, your com¬ munity, and your country. SCHOOL COMMITTEE Left to right; Dr. LeRoy A. Erickson, D.D.S.; Mr. James Beckman; Mr. Arnold M. Fischer; Mr. Alfred M. Metell; Mr. Alfred Hall, Chairman; Mr. William M. Honey, Secretary-Treasurer; Mrs. Barbara Seward; Mr. William W. Fig- ueiredo. Not present when the photograph was taken was Mrs. Valmore Berg¬ eron. We wish to thank the members of the Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School Committee for their efforts in making our high school an appealing and efficient school. They have worked diligently to establish those standards that have helped to make the Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School a school of which we may be proud. The Class of I960 MISS BROWN Nurse MRS. BLAKESLEY Art MRS. COSTA Business MRS. GEYER Vocal Music MR. ANDREWS Industrial Arts MR. SADLO Instrumental Music MR. DAVIS Principal MRS. COLTER Secretary 14 MISS GILMAN Social Studies MR. RUSBOSIN Social Studies MR. ROBICHAU English MRS. NORTON Librarian MR. MAYHEW Mathematics MR. CROTl’Y Science MR. VIRCHOW French MISS LASSEN Business 15 MRS. DREW Home Economics MR. POWERS English MR. HUNTINGTON Latin MR. PACHICO and MISS SKARP Physical Education MR. McCarthy Mathematics MRS. EGGERS English MR. STEWART Science CATHERINE L. AMARAL Cathy” Easy going . . . excels in sports . . . always joking ... a future beautician . . . pizza . . . New Bedford . . . Student Council 3; Prom Committee 3; Girls’ Ath¬ letic Association 1, 2; Chorus 1, 2, 3; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Cheerleader 2, 3; Choralaires 3; Press Club, Editor 4. Born with a gift of laughter and a sense that the world is mad.” BOBBIE D. BAPTISTE Bebe” Nice smile . . . sense of humor . . . usually seen laughing . . . plans to be a beautician . . . peas . . . Basketball 1, 3; Prom Committee 3; Cheerleader 2, 3; Yearbook, Subscription 4. Everything happens to everybody sooner or later if there is time enough!’ Sponsored by M. V. LAUNDERETTE Vineyard Haven DONALD A. BERUBE—-Electrical Contractor Edgartown ANN WILDA BASSETT Emotional . . . pretty . . . willing to help . . . literary talent . . . future writer . . . bookworm . . . ’56 black Ford . . . Student Council 4; Dramatics 1, 2; Literary Club 4; Basketball 2, 3; Softball 1; D. A. R. Essay Award 3; Prom Committee 3; Yearbook, Literary 4. Look then, into thine heart and write!’ ROSEMARY BEAUCAIRE Rosie” Pleasing personality . . . smiling . . . laughing . . . always in on the fun ... try anything once . . . Chorus 1, 2, 3; Prom Committee 3; Future Home¬ makers of America 4; Yearbook, Advertising 4; Har- monettes 2, 3. As merry as the day is long!’ Sponsored by HARBORSIDE LIQUOR STORE HARBORSIDE INN and BOATHOUSE BAR Edgartown 19 DONNA ANN BERUBE Berub” Warped records . . . dill pickles . . . pleasant . . . even tempered . . . good student ... a sweet kid . . . 10 . . . nimble with a thimble . . . Student Council 2; President 3; Dramatics 2; Prom Committee 3; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Yearbook, Ad¬ vertising 4. The world is not so bad a world. LAWRENCE HAMILTON BENZ Larry” Benny” Musical . . . plays a mean guitar . . . our very own Elvis . . . cars . . . mechanical . . . Provi¬ dence . . . President 2; Student Council 2, 4; Band 2, 3, 4; Chorus 1, 2, 3; Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4; Electronics Club 4. Music hath charm to soothe the savage breast. Sponsored by MARTHA S VINEYARD CO-OPERATIVE DAIRY Edgartown 20 DOUGLAS CHARLES BLACKWOOD Doug” Witty . . . tall . . . blue eyes . . . friendly . . . wonderful connections . . . all-around guy . . . telephone calls . . . BEAT . . . It’s a mad world. Mad as Bedlam.” MICHAEL DAVID BETTENCOURT Rip” Mike” Loves a good debate . . . sports . . . undecided future . . . good sport . . . friend to all . . . President 1, 2; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Cross Coun¬ try 3, 4. A poor life this, if full of care, we have no time to stand and stare.” Sponsored by PACKER FUEL R. M. PACKER CO., INC. Vineyard Haven 21 SANDRA ANN BROWN Sandy” Small and peppy ... a good sport . . . enjoys a good laugh . . . Air Force blues . . . THE JEEP . . . Secretary 1, 2, 3; Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Prom Com¬ mittee 3; Majorette 1, 4; Cheerleader 1, 3; Basket¬ ball 1, 2, 3, 4; Softball 1; Yearbook, Advertising 4. ”Is she as quiet as she appears?” JACKLYN TERESA BORGES Jackie” A pretty miss . . . dresses stylishly . . . letters . . . lions . . . always a part of the fun . . . Student Council 1, 3, Vice President 2, President 3; Chorus 1, 2, 3; Harmonettes 1, 2, 3; Orchestra 4; Future Homemakers of America 4; Prom Committee 3; Girls’ State 3; Yearbook, Art 4. The beauty in her heart is as lovely as her face.” Sponsored hy MANSION HOUSE MARTHA’S VINEYARD TRAVEL BUREAU Vineyard Haven JUDITH MARY CATLOW Judy” Blonde . . . nice cars . . . basketball . . . boys . . . creative flare . . . Italian food . . . Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Choralaires 3; Prom Committee 3; Girls’ Athletic Association 1, 2; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Yearbook, Art 4. It is the true artist who sees beauty, kindness, and goodness in life.” MICHAEL CARROLL Mike” Quiet until disturbed . . . good athlete liked by all . . . especially partial to blondes . . . truck driver . . . Chorus 2, 3; Octet 2, 3; Prom Committee 3; Cross Country 4; Basketball 4; Graduation Marshal 3. Sometimes 1 sit and think; sometimes 1 just sit.” Sponsored by VINEYARD DRY GOODS CO. LAWRENCE W. WINTERBOTTOM, INC. Vineyard Haven 23 PHILIP R. COMBRA, JR. Phil” Fi Fi” Suave . . . good looking . . . quite the Casanova . . . athletic ... oh, those eyes . . . Student Council 1; President 3; Prom Committee 3; Chorus 3; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Cross Country 4; Electronics Club 4. I never like being hit without ' striking back.” JOHN WENDELL CLOUGH Science—his field . . . Honor Roll . . . elec¬ tronically minded . . . TV antennas . . . boat¬ ing . . . Eagle Scout . . . Ti asurer 2; Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Octet 2, 3; Elec¬ tronics Club 4; Boys’ State 3; Sydna Eldridge Peace Prize Award 3. Ah, the mad scientist makes his entrance. Sponsored by S C. LUCE AND CO., Insurance DE SORCY CONTRACTING CO. INC. Vineyard Haven 24 JUDITH ADAMS CRONIG Judy” Pretty . . . always smiling . . . twinkle in those brown eyes . . . dresses fashionably . . . neat and petite . . . Chorus 1, 2, 3; Prom Committee 3; Future Home¬ makers of America 4; Treasurer 1; Secretary 2; Na¬ tional Honor Society 3; Yearbook, Photo 4. Some think the world is made for fun and frolic, and so do I.” ALAN LEONARD COUTINHO Couit” Sports . . . drives a wild Plymouth . . . greatest urge to top olive-eating record in U. S. . . . friend to all . . . Vice President 2; Basketball 2, 4; Prom Comjmittee 3; Chorus 3; Electronics Club 4. The great business of life is to be, to do, to do without, and to depart.’’ Sponsored by VINEYARD UTILITIES, INC. CRONIG BROS. Vineyard Haven 25 RAYMOND ANTHONY DAHILL Tony” Pilot . . . shy . . . likable . . . industrious . . . considerate ... a blusher . . . M. V.’s own D. J. . . . cafeteria clean up . . . Treasurer 3; Graduation Marshal 3; Prom Commit¬ tee 3; Yearbook, Layout 4. A keen wit, a wise look and an answer always ready. LAWRENCE ANTHONY DeBETTENCOURT Larry” Tall . . . good looking . . . usually seen flirting . . . likes cars . . . adventurous, but a farm boy at heart . . . Vice President 3; Secretary 2; Graduation Marshal 3; Chorus 1, 2, 3; Yearbook, Advertising 4. Vm the hero of this little tale; I’m Romeo.” Sponsored by HOLMES HOLE INC. ELIZABETH ROGERS BEAUTY SHOP Vineyard Haven MARY ELIZABETH DOWNS Wease” Always smiling . . . good natured ... a born leader . . . loves basketball . . . always giving a helping hand . . . roses . . . fried clams . . . week-end get-togethers . . . President 1, 4; Student Council 1; Chorus 1, 2, 3; Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4; String Ensemble 3, 4; Girls’ Athletic Association 1, 2; Prom Committee 3; Future Homemakers of America 4; Dramatics 3; Choralaires 3; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Yearbook, Advertising 4; Student Government Day Representative 4. Our Mary’s witty, bright, and gay, and cheerful as a summer’s day.” ANNE G. DONNELLY Owns a well-known black Ford . . . attracted by the opposite sex . . . future beautician . . . V. H. . . . casual . . . Dramatics 1, 3; Prom Committee 3; Yearbook, Ad¬ vertising and Subscription 4. Home is where the heart is.” Sponsored by BRICKMAN ' S OF MARTHAS VINEYARD AMARAL BROTHERS Vineyard Haven 27 VALERIE ANNE EGGERS Val” Pretty . . . fashionable dresser . . . good student . . . popular . . . top cheerleader . . . grace in all her steps . . . yellow and white streak . . . Chorus 4; Dramatics 4; Cheerleader 4; Yearbook, Subscription 4. She is lighthearted and gay. JUDITH ANN FERRIERA Judy” Quiet . . . pretty . . . long, dark ponytail . . . co-operative . . . capable . . . Girls’ Athletic Association 1, 2; Prom Committee 3; Basketball 1; Yearbook, Subscription 4. Calmness is a great advantage.” Sponsored by RELIABLE SELF-SERVICE MARKET MR. AND MRS. JAMES S. REGO, JR Oak Bluffs 28 RUTH MAE FISHER Cookie” Pickles ’n milk . . . popcorn . . . Mert . . . red and white Ford . . . springboards . . . Chorus 1, 2, 3; Girls’ Athletic Association 1, 2: Assistant Manager, Basketball 3; Yearbook, Adver¬ tising 4. As full of spirit as the month of May.” LINDA ANN FISHER Fish” A trusting friend . . . one of the energetic cheerleaders . . . smile and show your dimples . . . trips to Boston . . . Treasurer 3; Prom Committee 3; Chorus 1, 2. 3; Girls ' Athletic Association 1, 2; Basketball 2; Cheer¬ leader 2, 3, 4; Yearbook, Advertising 4. Laughing eyes and manner bright.” Sponsored by BERGERON ' S GARAGE WILFRED A. LAWRENCE, Contractor Oak Bluffs 29 SYLVIA MAE FREITAS Shortie” Always smiling . . . future school marm . . . competent manager of the girls’ basketball team . . . Ethan Frome . . . petite ’n neat . . . West¬ erns . . . President 2; Student Council 2; Chorus 1, 2, 3; Nonettes 2; Girls’ Athletic Association 1, 2; Or¬ chestra 1, 2, 3, 4; String Ensemble 3, 4; Prom Com¬ mittee 3; Assistant Manager, Basketball 1, 2; Man¬ ager, Basketball 3, 4; Choralaires 3; Yearbook, Lit¬ erary 4. Better be small and shine than be great and cast a shadow.’’ JOSEPH FRANCIS FONTAINE Joe” A quiet guy . . . loves an outdoor life . . . hunting and fishing . . . mechanically minded . . . give a wrench or a gun and he’s happy . . . bashful . . . Prom Committee 3; Electronics Club 4. He knew the precise psychological moment when to say nothing.’’ Sponsored by ELDRIDGE AND WHITE CO. EDGARTOWN POLICE BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION Insurance—Oak Bluffs 30 PHILIP J. NORTON Insurance—Edgartown JOYCE MAY GOODE Joy” Bubbling sense of humor . . . impish smile . . . loves cooking and working with children . . . fight, team, fight . . . T-bird . . . clown with a capital C . . . Vice President 1; Girls’ Athletic Association 1, 2; Dramatics 3; Press Club 4; Prom Committee 3; Chorus 1, 2, 4; Yearbook, Advertising 4. Laughter is not at all a bad beginning for a friendship.” STANLEY JOSEPH GONSALVES Stan” Another Rembrandt . . . talented in English Lit . . . very friendly . . . winter swims . . . Prom Committee 3; Literary Club 4; Chorus 1, 2; Yearbook, Art 4. Every artist was at first an amateur.” Sponsored by LIMA’S SERVICE STATION VOSE INSURANCE AGENCY, INC. HALL’S DEPARTMENT STORE GEORGE AND FRANK CONNORS Edgartown 31 JEAN MARIE HAGERTY Jeanie” ’Hag” Red-headed hurricane . . . spontaneous laugh . . . all-around student . . . popular . . . top basketball player . . . Secretaiy 1, 4; Prom Committee 3; Dramatics 4; Chorus 1, 3; Softbail 1; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Cheerleading 2; Competent Typist Pin. The smile that won’t come off.” BEVERLY MARIE GUANCO Bev” Ambition—Interior Decorator . . . talent in art . . . winning smile . . . clothes for every occasion . . . city gal . . . Vice President 4; Yearbook, Art 4. A lotta pep in a little package.” Sponsored by CORRINE BEAUTY SHOP EDGARTOWN HARDWARE INC. COLONIAL DRUG STORE AVERY’S Edgartown NORMA NORTON HOLMES Norm” Pounding the ivories . . . personality ... a whirlwind of action . . . wit . . . munny . . . Vice President 3; Treasurer 4; Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4;. Dramatics 2; Cohrus 1, 2, 3, 4; Cheerleader 3, 4; Nonettes 2; Dance Band 4; Basketball 1, 2; D. A. R. Essay Award 2, 3; Yearbook, Business Manager 4. The monuments of wit survive the monuments of power.” DANIEL JOHN HASTINGS Danny” The guy in the Red Streak’’ . . . plays a hot trumpet . . . popular . . . laughs a lot . . . likes people . . . flirt . . . tall . . . Band 3, 4; Orchestra 3, 4. I am very fond of the company of ladies.” Sponsored by BILL BROWN S ELECTRIC DUKES COUNTY SAVINGS BANK AL ' S PACKAGE STORE VINEYARD GAZETTE Edgartown 33 MARILYN MAE JACKSON Mar” Athletic . . . 4-H . . . college material . . . future Home Ec. teacher . . . T. A. . . . squeak box . . . summer ’59 . . . Student Council 1, 3; Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Prom Com¬ mittee 3; Nonettes 2; Dramatics 1, 2; Cheerleader 3; Softball 1; Basketball 1, 3, 4; Yearbook, Editor 4; Good Citizen Award 4; String Ensemble 3, 4; Har- monettes 4. Pleasure and action make the hours seem shorter.” PETER G. HURLEY Pete” Good student . . . nice looking . . . popular , . . blue eyes . . . strange fascination for Mac- Duf ie . . . loves food . . . cultivated crew- cut . . . Student Council 4; Orchestra 1, 2; Band 1, 2; Chorus 1, 2; Prom Committee 3; Yearbook, Advertising 4. My mind is like a catacomb. Sponsored by MR. AND MRS. EDWARD L. STEVENSON FRANK NORTON, JR. ISLAND MEMORIAL SERVICE THE EDGARTOWN DRUG COMPANY 34 Edgartown VERONICA ANNE KELLY Ronny” Terrific student . . . works diligently . . . amiable . . . likely to succeed . . . chemistry whiz . . . M. 1. T. . . . Literary Club 1, 4 ; Chorus 1, 3, 4; Orchestra 3; Manager, Basketball 1; National Honor Society 3. For science is, like virtue, its own exceeding great reward.’’ ■My} THOMAS JARDIN •Tom” T. J.” Good natured . . . co-operative . . . T. J. is always ready with a laugh . . . cars . . . shy . . . liked by all . . Saying little, doing much, smiling always. Sponsored by OLD TOWN FLORIST JOSEPH A. WHITE, Superintendent of Streets Edgartown EUGENE BELISLE PLUMBING AND HEATING WHITE BROS. CONSTRUCTION INC. PAMELA KATHERINE KURTH Pam” Blue-eyed blonde . . . likable, popular . . . lots of laughs . . . good cheerleader . . . femme fatale . . . Chorus 2, 3, 4; Dramatics 4; Cheerleader 3, 4; Bas¬ ketball 1, 3; Softball 1, 3; Yearbook, Advertising 4. Life’s a mirror; if we smile, smiles come back to greet us.” ELSIE JOHNSTONE KINGSBURY Moo” An organizer . . . talented . . . button-downs and crew necks . . . determination . . . fun to be with . . . peaches and cream complexion . . . Vice President 3; Student Council 4; Dramatics 4; Shop Club 3; Junior Newspaper 3; Chorus 1, 3; Basketball 1, 2, 3; Yearbook, Advertising 4. My idea of an agreeable person is a person who agrees with me!’ Sponsored by NORTON AND EASTERBROOKS, INC., Boatyard DEITZ AND MEEKINS, INC. Studebaker-Packard Sales and Service DAGGETT HOUSE WINTUCKET DAY CAMP Directors, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Robichau 36 Edgartown FREDRICK LINDSEY LEGG Waldo” King-sized crew cut . . . witty . . . always amused . . . mechanically inclined . . . And Hamlet; how boring, how boring. KATHLEEN ANNE LANE Kappy” Honestly” . . . that sophisticated look . . . pretty clothes for a pretty figure . . . good student . . . English major . . . stars” . . . beach parties . . . switchboards . . . Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Dramatics 1, 2, 4; Prom Com¬ mittee 3; Band 1; Nonettes 2; Cheerleader 3; Blendo- laires 3; Basketball 2, 3, 4; Softball 1; Harmonettes 4; Yearbook, Literary 4. Interesting, dependable, and industrious, a combi¬ nation rarely found. Sponsored by NORTON AND LUCE ASSOCIATES—Architects-Engineers CASE AND TYRA BUILDERS DR. LeROY ERICKSON DONALD COURNOYER, Photographer Vineyard Haven Edgartown 37 DAVID ERNEST MACIEL Doc” Quiet . . . hitched . . . Joyce . . . Air Force . . . courteous . . . Vice President 2; Dramatics 2; Basketball 1, 2, 3; Yearbook, Layout 4. Great hopes make great men. Too BUSY PHOTO NOT AVAILABLE ROBERT F. LOPES Bob” Quiet ... a little shy . . . goes for cars . . . the strong silent type . . . dark wavy hair . . . The female of the species is more deadly than the male. Sponsored by BEN FRANKLIN F. E. LESLIE, Druggist CRONIG REAL ESTATE RENEAR’S GARAGE Vineyard Haven f ) DAVID C. MARCHANT Red” Doesn’t say much usually, but is fun to be with . . . loves hunting and outdoor sports . . . red hair . . . freckles . . . put him behind the wheel of an old truck, and he’s happy . . . Quiet and shy, but a very nice guy.” m 3M DAVID ROBERT MADEIRAS Dave” Serious . . . studious . . . likable . . . always willing . . . Hudson Jet . . . quiet exterior but a spark of mischief filters through . . . Saying little, thinking much!’ Sponsored by HANCOCK HARDWARE THE MARTHA’S VINEYARD SHIPYARD MODERN TAXI GENE’S SERVICE CENTER Vineyard Haven 39 LINDA ANNE MAURY Blonde . . . pretty . . . sweet disposition . . . nice smile . . . will make somebody a good secretary ... a blusher . . . Chorus C 2, 3; Prom Committee 3; Yearbook, Photo 4; Press Club 4. Her voice was ever soft, gentle and low—an ex¬ cellent thing in a woman.” JUDITH ANN MARCHANT Judy” Slim ... a gentle manner . . . Melvinitis . . . food . . . glasses . . . the line is busy” . . . Cheerleader 2, 3; Chorus 1, 2, 3; Prom Committee 3; Harmonettes 2, 3; Future Homemakers of Amer¬ ica 4; Cashier 1, 2, 3, 4; Softball 1; National Honor Society 3. Love, and a cough, cannot be hid. Sponsored by YATES DRUG STORE J. CAMPBELL OIL CO DR. BERNARD ISSOKSON, MICHAEL FONTES, JR., Optometrist Painting and Decorating 40 Vineyard Haven DAVID MUNN Dave” Future pilot ... a real clown . . . popular . . . known for his hearty laugh . . . born with a basketball in his hands . . . prizes his car . . . Octet 2, 3; Chorus 2, 3; Cross Country 3; Basket¬ ball 1, 2, 3, 4. A good jolly is worth what you pay for it.” NANCY LOU. McLANE Nance” Good student . . . loves playing the violin . . . friendly ... I disagree . . . gabby . . . trom¬ bone solos . . . mad typist . . . White Christ¬ mas’’ . . . Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Prom Committee 3; Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4; Band 1, 2; Nonettes 2; Yearbook, Art 4; Student Speakers Club 4; Dramatics 1, 2; Girls’ State 3; D.A.R. Essay Award 3; String Ensemble 3, 4; Harmonettes 4; Blendolaires 3. Humor is a drug which it’s the fashion to abuse. Sponsored SHETLAND SHOP MARTHA’S VINEYARD FUNERAL HOME WOODCHIPS HAROLD DUGAN Vineyard Haven 41 JOHN E. NIEMIEC Johnny” A real clown . . . natural wit . . . everyone’s friend . . . detention hall again! . . . Corky . . . swimmer . . . the Diner’s Club . . . Prom Committee 3; Electronics Club 4; Yearbook, To insure peace of mind, ignore the rules and reg¬ ulations.” KAREN ELIZABETH MYERS Kem” Loves to tease . . . very neat . . . enjoys reading . . . keen interest in Coast Guard activities . . . flair for new clothes . . . Secretary 3; Chorus 3; Prom Committee 3; Yearbook, Advertising 4. She’s neat—Shds sweet.” Sponsored by ARTCLIFF DINER DUKE’S COUNTY GARAGE SEARS ROEBUCK SNACK BAR Vineyard Ka en 42 THOMAS E. NORTON Tom” A scientific mind . . . usually quiet and re¬ served . . . likes an outdoor life . . . Chess mad . . . the country’s economic state . . . Student Council 1; Chess Club 4. A mind equal to any undertaking that he put it along side of.’ Sponsored by MARTHA S VINEYARD BOTTLED GAS COMPANY ISLAND ELECTRONICS, Zenith Radio, TV, Hi-Fi SMITH BROS., INC., Contractors and Builders H. N. HINCKLEY AND SONS, INC. Vineyard Haven 43 RONALD JOSEPH ROSE Ronnie” One of the gang” . . . future interest the service . . . good athlete . . . popular . . . that black and yellow Ford convert . . . Student Council 3; Treasurer 1; Chorus 1, 2; Bas¬ ketball 1 , 2 , 3; Manager, Basketball 4; Prom Com¬ mittee 3. The rose that lives its little hour is prized beyond the sculptured flower. LYDIA HELEN ROGERS Lid” Quiet . . . efficient . . . future secretary . . . pleasant companion . . . June, July, August . . . Prom Committee 3; Future Homemakers of America 4; Chorus 1, 2, 4; Yearbook, Advertising 4. Though demure she may look, there s a twinkle in her eyes!’ Sponsored by FIRST NATIONAL STORE T. W. TILTON AND CO., Insurance TILTON LUMBER COMPANY NORTON A ND ANDERSON, Property Sale and Development Vineyard Haven JENNIFER SAWYER Jen” Loves a good time . . . usually in a tizzy . . . likable . . . original . . . New Year’s parties . . . the Charleston . . . full of the devil . . . Beware, mad driver . . . Dramatics 1, 2; Prom Committee 3; Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4 ; Yearbook, Literary 4. STANLEY STEVENSON SHARPLES Sharps” Enjoys sports . . . known for his originality . . . blue convertible . . . Hanover . . . sum¬ mertime . . . handy with tools . . . Prom Committee 3; Electronics Club 4; Yearbook, Layout 4. ' A little nonsense now and then is relished by the best of men.” ' 00ii Mischief, here is thy maker. Sponsored by GARLAND ' S RED AND WHITE MARKET JOSEPH ALBERT, Contractor and Builder THE VINEYARD WINE SHOP PHILLIPS HARDWARE Oak Bluffs CONNIE MAE SILVIA Shy . . . quiet ... a good kid . . . studies hard ... a nurse in the future . . . loves driving for hours with the radio blaring . . . Secretary 3. It is good to look upon her cheerful mood.” CAROL SUSAN SILVA Co-operative . . . cheerful . . . volunteer . . . long walks . . . likes to dance . . . letters . . . long, brown hair . . . Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Prom Committee 3; Press Club 4; Softball 1; Basketball 1; Yearbook, Subscription 4. Blessed be mirthfulness.” m. mm. 5 Sponsored by ISLAND TECHNICAL SERVICE NELSON J. DeBETTENCOURT AND SONS MARY ' S RESTAURANT GERRY ' S COFFEE SHOP 46 Oak Bluffs ELIZABETH C. SULLIVAN Betsy” Speaks quietly . . . laughs a lot . . . has an unrestricted store of stories and jokes . . . Number please’’ . . . December ’59 in North Easton . . . collegiate parties . . . jazz . . . Prom Committee 3; Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Shop Club 3; Yearbook, Literary 4; National Honor Society 3; Assistant Manager, Basketball 2; Junior Journal 3- Life without laughter is a dreary blank.” JACQUELINE MAY VEIRA Jackie” Friendly . . . future homemaker . . . good busi¬ ness student . . . dazzler on left hand . . . Off We Go Into the Wild Blue Yonder’’ Prom Committee 3; Future Homemakers of America 4; Chorus 1, 2, 3; Girls’ Athletic Association 1, 2; Choralaires 3. The rule of my life is to make business a pleasure, and pleasure my business.” ' . Sponsored by MARTHA’S VINEYARD PRINTING CO. EARL J. PETERS PLUMBING AND HEATING OUR MARKET DeBETTENCOURT ' S FARM Oak Bluffs 47 GRAHAM LAIR WILLOUGHBY Mania for airplanes . . . that wild ’31 Ford . . . smart and likely to go places . . . Anyone for pool ? . . . a southpaw . . . rock ’n roll records . . . Chess Club 4; Boys’ State 3. He took two spools and an old tin can, and oh by heck the darn thing ran.” ALTHEA LOUISE WALLER Allouise” Outdoor gal ... is talented in writing . . . attractive . . . class clown . . . E.A.A. . . . Treasurer 1, 2; Band 2; Dramatics 1, 2, 3; Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Prom Committee 3; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Softball 1; Yearbook, Literary 4; Literary Club 4. Saddle your dreams afore you ride ’em.” Sponsored by DOT S BEAUTY SHOP HAYDEN ' S REFRIGERATION G AND B CLOTHING IRVING KLIGLER 48 Oak Bluffs SENIOR FASHION SHOW November 1959 49 Has the complexion of Karen Myers, The attractive eyes of Jacklyn Borges, The white teeth of Elsie Kingsbury, The smile and dimples of Linda Fisher, The hair of Pamela Kurth, The neat appearance of Judith Cronig, The same manner of dress as Beverly Guanco, The athletic ability of Catherine Amaral, The musical ability of Nancy McLane, The artistic talents of Judith Catlow, The dancing ability of Valerie Eggers, The outdoor sportsmanship of Elizabeth Sullivan, The ambition of Sandra Brown, The determination of Ruth Fisher, The conscientiousness of Sylvia Feitas, The dependability of Marilyn Jackson, The sensibility of Judith Marchant, The leadership of Mary Downs, The enthusiasm of Jean Hagerty, The efficiency of Lydia Rogers, The originality of Jennifer Sawyer, The industriousness of Connie Mae Silvia, The conversational ability of Ann Bassett, The quiet manner of Jacqueline Veira, The demure ways of Judith Ferreira, The calmness of Anne Donnelly, The vivaciousness of Althea Waller, The zeal of Bobbie Baptiste, The willingness of Carol Silva, The cheerful manner of Rosemary Beaucaire, The amiability of Donna Berube, The sweet disposition of Linda Maury, The good nature of Carolyn Pereira, The wit of Norma Holmes, The intellect of Veronica Kelly, The bubbling personality of Joyce Goode, and. The sophistication of Kathleen Lane. THE PERFECT BOY THE PERFECT GIRL Has the neatness of Peter Hurley, The physique of Lawrence DeBettencourt, The hair of Ronald Rose, The blue eyes of Federick Legg, The winning smile of Michael Bettencourt, The cheerfulness of Douglas Blackwood, The originality of Stanley Sharpies, The courteous manner of David Maciel, The artistic ability of Stanley Gonsalves The musical talent of Lawrence Benz, The dancing ability of Michael Carroll, The athletic ability of Philip Combra, The personality of John Niemiec, The conversational ability of Alan Coutinho, The sense of humor of Clifford Rose, The intellect of John Clough, The quiet manner of Robert Lopes, The speaking voice of David Madeiras, The conscientiousness of Thomas Norton, The industriousness of Raymond Dahill, The independence of David Munn, The determination of Graham Willoughby, The mechanical ability of Joseph Fontaine, The outdoor sportsmanship of David Marchant, And the co-operative nature of Thomas Jardin. SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS The Senior Class officers have had a very busy and successful year in representing their classmates. The presidency was a job requiring, naturally, good leadership, but even more, it needed drive to get our year underway last September. Mary Downs certainly did all this and more. She had the ambition and sincerity as well as leadership. Behind her, Mary had conscientious workers. Beverly Guanco was our Vice President. Coming from another school to join us, Bev worked hard for the class this year. Jean Hagerty was the class Secretary and a good job she did too. Norma Holmes • handled the money for the class. Keeping those books straight was a task well done by Norma! SENIOR CLASS ADVISORS Mrs. Lena Costa Mr. Douglas Stewart Dear Mrs. Costa and Mr. Stewart, For your kind attention and guidance throughout our Senior year, the class of I960 wishes to take this means to express its greatest appreciation. You have devoted a number of hours in assisting us with our Senior activities—the‘ Fashion Show, the fund raising program, and, most of all, our Senior commencement, ball, and banquet. Thank you again. The Class of I960 Sponsored by ALFRED HALL hi Insurance—Surety Bonds Edgartown MOST MUSICAL Nancy McLane Lawrence Benz CLASS CLOWNS Althea Waller John Niemiec MOST ATHLETIC , Catherine Amaral Philip Combra mitm MOST ARTISTIC Judith Catlow Stanley Gonsalves 54 MOST SITJDIOUS Veronica Kelly John Clough 55 CLASS HISTORY As members of the graduating class let us bring back a few memories before we leave. We have had a unique history, for it started at three separate high schools in Edgartown, Oak Bluffs, and Tisbury. Let us look into the past and bring everything right up to the present— EDGARTO )C ' In September of 1956, a group of young, eager, and slightly-awed students entered the Freshman class of the Edgartown High School. We became acquainted with new teachers, a new marking system, and new courses of study. Following the school tradition, our class presented a one-act play in the Spring. Miss Eleanor Burke was our class advisor. As Sophomores, we began buckling down to what was perhaps our most difficult year of high sch ool. Thoughts of the future began to weigh in our minds. These remained with us throughout the year. Our second one-act play was presented this year. Plans were made, by our class, for Class Day in honor of the Seniors. Miss Burke was our advisor for the year. Being the last class of Edgartown High School was a distinction of which we were proud, but we were all awaiting eagerly our Senior year and another distinction—the first class to graduate from the Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School. We sent representatives to meet and decide upon an appropriate class ring to be an entirely new design. Our daily schedules and courses of study for the following year were planned. Mr. Stewart, our class advisor, gave his assistance in the plans for our Prom, the last held in the Edgartown gym. Moments to Remember’’ was the theme, and the dance certainly was just that for everyone, those graduating, the Juniors themselves, and the underclassmen too. The last Graduation exercise of Edgartown High School was a sentimental one. We watched our fellow students and friends end a fine tradition. OAK BLUFFS Entering our Freshman year in 1956, we were a determined and spirited class. This year proved to be a turning point in our school lives, for a new world of study and excitement was before us. We had Student Council Representatives, athletes, and cheer¬ leaders; we were becoming more important! Miss Goyetche was our class advisor for the year. Our toughest year came when we were Sophomores. We were adjusting to high school life slowly but surely. School life was beginning to have a greater significance for us. We began to think of our careers. Miss Goyetche again guided our class. Our Junior year came, full of wonderful times. Mr. O’Connor was our class advisor th is year. Basketball season came, with our class well represented by boys and girls. The highlight of the year was the Junior Prom. The theme was A Song in My Heart.’’ We were sad to see the evening end, but the memories will always linger. Graduation came very soon and we bid adieu to tlie class of 1959. We said good-bye to Oak Bluffs High School and awaited the coming year, our Senior year in new surroundings. TISBURY As we entered our Freshman homeroom in September, 1956, we became aware of all the changes that were occurring. We had reached our first goal following those un¬ forgettable elementary school years. We became acquainted with the scholastic require¬ ments of Tisbury High School in a very short time. Dances were held during the year with the help of Mrs. Flanders and Mr. Smith, our class advisors. The class designed pennants which were sold at the basketball games. Our class was well-represented in all the school activities. A bit more confidently we approached our Sophomore year. We were taught the essence of responsibility this year. As Sophomores we did not hold any major activities. Members of the class again were active in sports, chorus, and orchestra. Mr. Pachico and Mrs. Powell were our class advisors for our second year of high school. Having a very important air about us, we embarked on our Junior year. We published a school newspaper, Tisbury Epitaph.” In spring, we began preparations for the Junior Prom held May 15, 1959. The class chose Glimpse of Paradise” for the theme. The setting was an outdoor garden with a canopy effect for the ceiling. Mr. Barnes and Mrs. Manchester assisted us as our class advisors. Another school year had passed, rapidly too, it seemed. We were looking forward to the next year when we would be the first Seniors of Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School. MARTHA’S VINEYARD REGIONAL September, 1959, came next and with it a new routine to fall into. We found new faces on the faculty and among our fellow classmates. As the first Seniors we have had a full history. To begin the year a Halloween dance was held which seemed to be enjoyed by all and certainly was a financial success. Our class rings arrived in November, which brought out recognition the class had been anxiously awaiting. Although they were over¬ due, we received them in great spirits. The Senior girls sponsored a style show late in November, with profits going toward The Vineyarder. Mrs. Costa and Mrs. Drew gave their advice and assistance to the profit¬ able production. Basketball season came next, and we found a number of our classma tes starring on the two squads. They all displayed spirit and sportsmanship unsurpassed. We sponsored other activities throughout the year, among them a spaghetti supper which took place in the school cafeteria. Our busiest time, of course, started in May with the traditional Prom put on by the Juniors for the graduating class. The Graduation Ball followed and proved to be the highlight of the year. Seniors and their dates were in attendance at the enchanting affair. The Senior Banquet was held and this was to be the last time we would all be together as a class before Commencement. An enjoyable time was had by all. Then came the big moment; it was time to say good-bye to the most exciting and eventful year in the history of the Class of I960. We all have enjoyed and felt honored being the first class to graduate from the Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School. We only regret that our reign was so short. - CANDIDS - —SPAGHETTI SUPPER— 58 J u N I O R S Foster Silva Katherine Eggers Mary Telles Barbara Vincent Clement Packish Gary Simmons Helen Duarte Sandra Gonsalves Pres. V. Pres. Sec. Treas. S. C. kep. 60 j-viKHi ' r i-lM President . . Vice President. Secretary . Treasurer __ _ Student Council Rep _ Susan Jackson . Daniel Whiting .. Natalie Martone . Jeffrey Kurth Theophilus Araujo Martha McDonough Lucinda daRosa Emily Rebello 6i tnmTsO O ' n-oO Pres. V. Pres. Sec. Treas. S. C. Rep. Kristen Kingsbury Daniel Maderias Lydia Case Philip Spaulding Manuel Jardin Gail Parsons Priscilla Donnelly Joseph Rokicki ORGA STUDENT COUNCIL The Student Council met early in the school year to elect officers and get activities for the coming year underway. The officers were Elsie Kingsbury, President; Clement Packish, Vice President; Joseph Rockicki, Treasurer; and Ann Bassett, Secretary. In this first year a dance code was drawn up along with a student ethics code and the school constitution. During the year the Student Council held dances and sponsored several money raising projects. LITERARY CLUB The Literary Club has worked to stimulate the students’ interest in creative writing. With this in mind, The Beacon, a school liter¬ ary magazine, was published, which the club hopes will be con¬ tinued and will grow with the school. •54 BIOLOGY CLUB The Biology Club was formed to pro¬ mote the students’ interest in the biological sciences. Each student worked on a project that best suited his interest. Some of these projects were: breeding fruit flies for genetical studies, cancer research on white rats, and the irritability of paramecia. The club had a successful year under the lead¬ ership of Mr. Crotty. CHESS CLUB Mr. Huntington was the faculty ad¬ visor of the Chess Club this year. He planned a chess tournament to determine the four best players. These players had chess matches against Off-Island chess dubs. Chess is played for pleasure, but it also helps to sharpen a person’s mind. CONSERVATION CLUB The Conservation Club was organized early in the school year with Kristen Kingsbury elected as President and Daniel Whiting as Secretary. Talks on various aspects of conservation were gi ’en by members of the club. Oc¬ casional field trips were made to observe at first hand problems of soil erosion and forest and wildlife waste and destruction. Mr. Mayhew acted as the faculty advisor. 65 DRAMATICS CLUB The Dramatics Club had the largest membership of any club organized this year. The first thing done was to elect officers. The President was Elsie Kings¬ bury; Vice President, Hilary King; and the Secretary was Ann Whitehead. Throughout the year several guest speakers who were experts in some phase of the theater came to visit; they gave the club much enjoyment and enlightenment. The organization had a wonderful time putting on skits and plays for the school or just for the club. Mrs. Eggers was the faculty advisor, and a great part of the success of the club is owed to her. PRESS CLUB The Press Club was established with Mrs. Costa and Miss Gilman to help in the publishing of the school newspaper. The name of the paper was the White Gull. The first edition came out on De¬ cember 18, after two months of hard work. The Editor was Catherine Amaral with Joyce Goode as Associate Editor. FUTURE HOMEMAKERS OF AMERICA Under the leadership of Mrs. Drew the Future Homemakers of America was organized. The officers were Judith Mar- chant, President; Judith Cronig, Vice President; Lucinda da Rosa, Treasurer; and Rosemary Beaucaire; Secretary. Various projects were chosen by the girls such as hooking rugs, knitting and .sewing. The club also enjoyed guest speak¬ ers throughout the year. 66 T CAMERA CLUB Although late in starting, the members I of the Camera Club became enthusiastic j: about their future plans in photography, i The advisor was Mr. Andrews, with Ron- I aid Rose as the President; Vice President, Kenneth Lewis; and Andreanna Betten- court was the Secretary-Treasurer. Good subjects for photography and the proper- taking of pictures were studied, i: Under Mr. Andrews’ direction the club |i also learned how to develop their pic¬ tures, i; ii’ STUDENT SPEAKERS’ CLUB The Student Speakers’ Club was estab¬ lished to afford training in public speak¬ ing and speaking technique. The club had a membership of eleven. The officers were. President, Foster Silva; Vice Presi¬ dent, Kathleen McLane; Secretary, Pris¬ cilla Donnelly; Treasuer, Gregory May- hew. They were fortunate in being given the opportunity through the school to address various civic organizations. Mr. Rusbosin was the faculty advisor. RADIO ELECTRONICS CLUB The Radio Electronics Club is composed of students whose interests range from hi-fi to amateur radio. These students meet informally to swap ideas and offer helpful hints. Mr. Virchow and Mr. Ste¬ wart are the faculty supervisors. 67 CANDIDS Mr. Devoe—Class Rings Sponsored by BONNAR AT’ ' OOD, INC. DR. ALFRED E. O ' MALLEY MR. AND MRS. ANYONE VIERA BERNARD ' S GARAGE 68 Oak Bluffs c R O s s c o u N T R Y The team had two meets plus one state meet. At Dartmouth Carl Lopes and Ray¬ mond Smalley tied for fourth place, but we lost 19 to 36. Again at Lawerence, we lost 36 to 21. We made a good showing with Raymond Smalley coming in 2nd. We came in 12th place out of 35 teams in the State meet. Raymond Smalley placed 23rd and Carl Lopes came in 43rd out of 315 runners. Raymond Smalley Carl Lopes Raymond Fauteaux Theophilus Araujo Joseph Araujo Michael Carroll Michael Bettencourt Kenneth Lewis Robert Amaral David Araujo 70 The Boys’ Basketball Team represented Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School very well. Clad in purple and white the team showed good sportsmanship in their competition with Off-Island teams. Mr. Pachio worked to obtain the best possible quintet in basketball for the Island. Co-Captains, David Munn and Philip Combra boosted the spirit of their teammates throughout the season. B A S K E T B A L L 71 c H E E R L E A D E R S Valerie Eggers Pamela Kurth Linda Fisher Norma Holmes Sylvia Burgess Joyce Goode This year ' s cheerleaders showed pep and steam under the leadership of ' Valerie Eggers. The squad consisted of six girls, five seniors and one sophomore. The girls did a fine job of boosting the team spirit as well as that of the spectators. Miss Skarp ga ' e these rooters many helpful suggestions throughout the basketball sea¬ son. 72 r i BASKETBALL i ( 1 With Miss Skarp as coach, the Girls’ Bas¬ ketball Squad had an exciting and successful year. The spectators witnessed good sports¬ manship as well as a high quality of play. Under the co-captains, Marilyn Jackson and Jean Hagerty, the var¬ sity showed teamwork of which the Island may be proud. 73 - CANDIDS - 74 ORCHESTRA STRING ENSEMBLE BAND ■V ; RMW Jh 1 Iw ' R i a ■C 76 Orchestra . . . The first performance of the Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School Orchestra was made at a Christmas Concert, under the direction of Mr. Sadlo. The members were also called upon to play for other activities. A Spring Concert was given. Ending the year, the group performed at Grad¬ uation String Ensemble . . . Mr. Sadlo organized a String Ensemble which was comprised of various mem¬ bers of the string section in the Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School Orchestra. This group played at several social activities during the year. Band . . . The Veteran’s Day Assembly was a success with the aid of the Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School Band and its leader Mr. Sadlo. It also added to the purpose of the Pep rallies. In December the Band performed at the Christmas Concert. When it was called upon, the Martha’s Vineyard Regional Band was ready. Chorus . . . The Chorus has worked diligently this, the first year as an island choral group, under the able direction of Mrs. Geyer, the music instructor. She had a wonderful year with the group of boys and girls, having many mixed voices to work with. They took part in various assemblies througliout the year; the Veteran’s Day program, Christmas Concert, and Graduation, ranking highest on the list. Harmonettes . . .Mrs. Geyer organized a group of eighteen willing and able girls with an abundant interest in music. They worked on three-part arrangements, which were more advanced than those of previous years. The group made a successful performance at the Christmas Assembly, took part in the Spring Concert, and had an active part in the Graduation Program. CANDIDS PATRONS Preston Averill Mr. and Mrs. Stephen C. Gentle Barry’s Auto-Electric H. R. Mercier Bert’s Barber Shop Mildred’s Borrowdale Book Shop Morrice Florist James A. Boyle Noepe Lodge Captain’s House Ernest W. Pachico The Charlotte Inn George F. Packish Class of 1961 Sally Wren Shop Class of 1962 Mr. and Mrs. Charles Sarin Captain Henry Colt House The Sea Gull and the Whale Colter’s Garage The Sewing Box Mr. and Mrs. J. Conkling Gordon Shurtleff Donnelly and Sons Edward T. Smith Dora’s Sea Food Restaurant Janet Swift Mr. and Mrs, Manuel Francis Sylvia Funeral Home The Garnet Shop Tilton’s Paper Store The Ivy Lodge Turkey Farm Mr. and Mrs. Ralston S. Jackson Vincent’s Gift Shop Mrs. Lawrence Jeffers Vineyard Shoe Store Mr. and Mrs. George F. Lane Vineyard Vendor George-Henry Madeiros Florence Webb W. G. Manter, Inc. Class of 1963 Marenne Beauty Shop EXIMUS We have graduated from high school— Graduated into the w orld. We are young adults now; We are gaining our independency. Some of us shall study toward Professions; Others shall start work immediately. But all of us are graduating Into Life. As we meet the vast world And all its troubles, trials and Tribulations, Let us not forget the aids And the preparations that high school Gave us— To meet every challenge staunchly. To defend our beliefs and our rights, To be honest and straightforward always. And to keep building and shaping Our characters and knowledge— That we may contribute to the World, Life, and our fellow man. Ann Bassett Sponsored by HOWELL ' S PHOTO STL ' DIO CLASS PHOTOGRAPHERS Vineyard Haven TAYLOR PUBLISHING COMPANY ' TKc Aorld ' i 0«t V«4rt}ookt Af« Taylor