Matawan High School - Pillar Yearbook (Matawan, NJ)

Text from Pages 1 - 88 of the 1954 volume:

JOHN E. BENNETT Mr. John E. Bennett, principal of the Matawan High School, is retiring this year from the local educational scene. Because he has guided us faithfully as a teacher, because he has advised us carefully as a principal, because he has devoted a major portion of his life toward the betterment of our school and our community — we proudly dedicate this yearbook to him. Mr. Bennett has our best wishes for good health and continued educational activity in his well-deserved retirement. GENE S. GILBERT The Senior Class of 1954 wishes to extend its gratitude to Mrs. John Gilbert for her untiring efforts in our behalf. She has been not only an outstanding teacher and friend, but also an inspiration to our class. Her endeavors during the past decade on behalf of The Pillar deserve our indebtedness; her guidance in and out of the classroom deserves our appreciation. Because Mrs. Gilbert has been a great force in furthering scholarship, character, and leadership in our com- munity, we respectfully dedicate this yearbook to her. THE RINGMASTERS Upper Left: Peggy O'Neill, Editor-in-Chief. Center Right: Left to Right, Joan Lawton and Winifred Berbrick, Assistant Editors. Bottom Left: Pauline Del Rosso, Elaine Erdmann, Ann Foti, Business Managers. Bottom Center: Gerry Fogg, Betty Lou Pitney, Art Editors. Bottom Right: Valerie Marvel, Mauvline Bil- arczyk, Photography Editors. TO THE CLASS OF 1954 You have completed your work in high school with credit to yourselves and to the school, and now it is time for you to leave your friends and as- sume greater responsibilities. It is my hope that you are well prepared for this task and that your future will be rich in experiences and full of happiness. My sincere congratulations and best wishes for your future success in what- ever you undertake. Russell Stetler Superintendent Ilussell Stetler TO THE CLASS OF 1954 I congratulate you for your accom- plishments as individuals and as a class. These successes have come to you be- cause you were self-reliant; you per- formed your duties cheerfully, not ex- pecting others to do for you, what you were able to do for yourself. Your en- thusiasm and your unquestionable loy- alty to your classmates, your teachers, and your school, will leave with us pleasant memories. We trust that you will continue to develop within your- selves fine personal qualities of initiative, honesty, resourcefulness, friendliness and courteous cooperativeness which enable you to be good examples to others less fortunate than yourselves. Now that you have passed this mile-stone in your edu- cational program, much more will be expected of you. Accept your new re- sponsibilities cheerfully, but with cour- age and a determination to do, to the best of your ability, whatever you set your hand to do. John E. Bennett Principal f FRANCIS AUERMULLiR German, World History Modern Human Environment Albright College New York University MILDRED BENNETT Secretary to Mr. Bonnett FLORENCE BODZIAK Stenography, Bookkeeping, Secretarial Practice Rider College New York University JOHN V. CARACCIOLO Physics, Chemistry Purdue University New York University LOIS DAVIDSON Librarian Alfred University Gcncsco State Teachers College Library School NAOMI DENNISON Latin, French Scton Hill College University of Pittsburgh Columbia University LEATRICE S. DUCAT Music University of Pennsylvania WALTER H. DUDLEY Industrial Arts Rutgers University HILDEGARDE FINN Physical Education University of Maryland Trenton State Teachers New York University 6 GENE S. GILBERT English IV, Journalism Wellesley College Bucknell University Rutgers University JOHN M. HEYER Industrial Arts Syracuse University ELIZABETH M. GITTINS Speech, Dramatics, English II University of Louisiana Birmingham University, Birmingham, England National Conservatory of Speech and Dramatics LIONEL LEE American History Modern Human Environment New York University Columbia University HERBERT GITTINS Secretary to Board of Education ALBERT A. LEVINE Bookkeeping Business Mathematics, Business Law, Sales, Junior Business Training Rider College 7 Columbia University LAURA GORDON Typewriting Elmira College Now York University Columbia University f. HOWARD LLOYD, Jr. English III Rutgers University IRWIN K. MARITKO Bond Rutgers University RALPH F. MAURO American History, World History New York University NORMA MONTEMURO English I College of St. Elizabeth Columbia University ANTHONY J. NUCCIO Physical Education Erskine College New York University Rutgers University FLORENCE OCHS ABRAHAM D. PARNES JANET A. SCHAUFFLE Home Economics Plane Geometry, School Nurse New Jersey College for Women Commercial Mathematics, Middlesex Junior Collogo Muhlenberg Hospital City College of New York Margaret Hague Hospital New York University St. Louis University Seton Hall University VIRGINIA SCROCCO Elemontary Science College of St. Elizabeth JOHN J. SHEA Algebra, Solid Geometry Trigonometry Columbia Univorsity Holy Cross University CELESTE WENZEL Secretory to Mr. Steller Paine Uptown Business School DOROTHY WOLVERTON Art Newark State Teachor's College Newark School of Fine and Industrial Arts 8 RESIDENT7 RICHARD —FROST 'vies PRSSiosr CLAIRE LARK treasurer JOAN CAMPBELL JAMES ARMOUR Jimmy sure can beat that drum, His aim in life is fun, fun, fun. General Course Activities: Band, Orchestra, Glee Club. Plans: Scientist JEROME BECKER M. I. T. is Jerry's aim. He's sure to win fortune and fame. College Preparatory Course Activities: Senior Play, Pillar Staff, French Club, Sports Cor- respondent. Plans: College FRANCES AURIEMMA Frances we think is absolutely grand. Our class she gave a helping hand. Commercial Course Activities: G. A. A., Library Club, Mixed Chorus, Commercial Club, Girls Glee Club, Pillar Staff, Dramatics, Operetta. Plans: Undecided KENNETH BENNETT Outdoor sports are liked by Kenny, Hunting is one of many. General Course Activities: German Club. Plans: Army VIRGINIA IRENE BANAFATO We're so proud to have known you. For all the nice things that you do. Commercial Course Activities: Pillar Staff, G. A. A., Cheerleader, Commercial Club, Latin Club, Dramatics. Plans: Secretary JOSEPH HAROLD BERBRICK Joe will surely start a riot. If he doesn't keep those milk bottles quiet. General Course Activities: Football, Baseball, Track, Block M. Plans: Carpenter 11 PETER CARL BOL Pete's a singer from the heart. In football he's mighty smart. College Preparatory Course Activities: Football, Block M, Band, Orchestra, Mixed Chor- us, Senior Play, French Club, Dramatics. Plans: Chemical Engineer ALICE LOUISE BLANKEN A white cap Alice hopes to get, She knows her poetry too, you bet. College Preparatory Course Activities: Latin Club, French Club, G. A. A., Mixed Chorus, Glee Club, Pillar Staff, Dra- matics. Plans: Undecided ROBERT BOLDT Quiet and shy is our boy Bob, Maloney's meat market is his job. General Course Plans: Navy MAUVLINE BILARCZYK Marvy's always on the ball. Maybe that's why she's loved by all. Commercial Course Activities: Co-captain Cheerlead- ers, Vice-President Studenl Council, Senior Play, Library Club, G. A. A., School Paper Mixed Chorus, Pillar Staff. Commercial Club. Plans.- Airline Hostess JANET BOLDT Jan's the girl of whom we're all fond. Captain of the Majorettes, best with the baton. Commercial Course Activities: Majorette Captain, Glee Club, Commercial Club, School Paper, G. A. A., Secre- tary Junior Class. Plans: Secretarial Work WINIFRED BERBRICK Winnie has helped our class a lot. And with us all she hits the spot. Commercial Course Activities: President Junior Class, Honor Society, Dramatics, Cap- tain J.V. Cheerleaders, Pillar Staff, Senior Play, School Paper. Plans: Undecided 12 JUNE ELLEN BOWNE June puts the res of the girls to shame, With all her A's she'll rise to fame. General Course Plans: Nursing JOAN M. CAMPBELL Joan, with a smile we will always remember. To the class was a helpful member. Commercial Course Activities: G. A. A., Dance Band Vocalist, Mixed Chorus, Oper- etta, Pillar Staff, Dramatics, Color Guard, Commercial Club. Plans: Office Work JOAN BROWN Joan the part of Mimi played. Good marks in her subjects always made. College Preparatory Course Activities: Latin Club, Treasurer French Club, Dramatics, Sen- ior Play, G. A. A. Plans: College HERBERT CARBONE Happy Herby always the down, On his face never a frown. General Course Activities: Block M, Football, Track, Basketball, Sophomore Class President. Plans: Undecided JUNE C. BURDICK June won't have time to stop or lurk. She plans on doing office work. Commercial Course Activities: Glee Club, Mixed Chorus, Library Club. Plans: Office Work ROBERT CARLSON Captain Kurt sure is a good sport. While playing on our basketball court. College Preparatory Course Activities: Basketball, Boys' State Alternate. Plans: College or Engineer PAULINE DEL ROSSO Pauline does her homework each night. In the business world she'll do all right. Commercial Course Activities: Honor Society, Pillar Staff, Commercial Club. Plans: Secretary CARLOS JUAN CONCEPCION While running for our team in track. Lots of points he always racks. General Course Activities: Band, Orchestra, Pillar Staff, Block M, Mixed Chorus, Track, Dance Band, School Paper, Drum Major. Plans: Musical Career FRANCES JEAN CASHILL A reserved and quiet girl is Jean, Seldom heard but always seen. College Preparatory Course Activities: Latin Club, French Club. Plans: College JACQUELIN VIRGINIA CRAIG A little girl with a winning smile, Mokes people happy all the while. Commercial Course Activities: Library Club, Glee Club. Plans: Undecided FRANCIS DE SHAW Francis is short, doesn't make much noise. Has red hair and is one of the boys. College Preparatory Course Activities: German Club. Plans: Undecided FRED M. DE NARDO With the gang he's known as Motts, And with us all he ranks as tops. Commercial Course Activities: Football, Baseball. Plans: Undecided 14 GAIL DE SHAW Gail about her has a cute way, And the game of basketball she loves to play. College Preparatory Course Activities: Latin Club, Pillar Staff, Dramatics, Senior Play, French Club, G. A. A. Plans: College BERTHA EDMONDS Coming to school she's always late, Singing is our Bertha's fate. Commercial Course Activities: Glee Club, Commer- cial Club, G. A. A. Plans: Singer BARBARA ENNIS Bobbie has great plans for college. We wish you both success and knowledge. College Preparatory Course Activities: Student Council, Sen- ior Play, Pillar Staff, G. A. A. Plans: College ELAINE ERDMANN Elaine is forever on a diet. There is never a time you'll find her quiet. Commercial Course Activities: Student Council, Latin Club, Pillar Staff, G. A. A., Library Club, Commercial Club. Plans: Receptionist, Beautician MARILYN JOAN ELLIOTT When you are sad and feeling down. Laugh with Mar, our class clown. Commercial Course Activities: Cheerleader, Drama- tics, G. A. A., School Paper, Pillar Staff, Student Council Secretary, Commercial Club. Plans: Secretarial Work BARRIE FEARON Baba can surely go a far. While riding in his hot-rod car. General Course Activities: Student Council, Dra- matics. Plans: Navy Radar Operator GERALDINE MARIE FOGG With all of Gerry's knowledge, She's sure to succeed in college. College Preparatory Course Activities: Student Council, Vice- president Freshman, Sopho- more, Junior Class, Cheerlead- er, Honor Society, Pillar Staff, G. A. A., French Club, German Club, Senior Play. Plans: College ANN FOTI Annie's smile is a delight. And in our hearts she fits just right. Commercial Course Activities: Treasurer Freshman Class, G. A. A., Dramatics, Student Council, Cheerleader, Pillar Staff, School Paper, Commercial Club, Senior Play. Plans: Receptionist, Beautician ANNE GALLUCCI Ann with her strut so srtappy. Always seems to be quite happy. Commercial Course Activities: Student Council, G. A. A., Glee Club, Majorette, Pillar Staff, Senior Play. Plans: Secretary DONALD GARY GLEICHMAN Donnie in his subjects is quite bright. He's quiet, nice, and very polite. General Course Activities: Football. Plans: Stock Car Driver RICHARD FROST Dick with the girls surely does rate, And every night he has a different date. Commercial Course Activities: Football, Basketball, Baseball, Track, Mixed Chorus, Block M, Senior Play, Senior Class President. Plans: U. S. Navy DONALD GREEN Pecker is a cute little guy. We all wonder why he is so shy. General Course Plans: Mechanic 16 ROSE MARIE GREENMAN Rose is a quiet girl, but merry. Her ambition is to be a secretary. Commercial Course Activities: Glee Club, Mixed Chorus, Pillar Staff, Dramatics. Plans: Undecided IDA IRONS Ida gives teachers her innocent look. When looking at other than her book. Commercial Course Activities: Majorette, Pillar Staff, Glee Club, G. A. A. Plans: Telephone Operator DOROTHY HERBERT The quiet shy girl is our Dot, But while driving she is hot. Commercial Course Activities: Commercial Club, Li- brary Club, Latin Club, School Paper, G. A. A., Pillar Staff. Plans: Commercial Work ANNA MILLER JACKSON Anna does well in Commercial Class, In the business world she's sure to pass. Commercial Course Activities: Glee Club, Mixed Chorus, Pillar Staff. Plans: Stenographer JAMES HODGE Our boy Jimmy is never found napping. Because with his camera he's al- ways snapping. General Course Activities: Track Team Photo- grapher, Pillar Staff. Plans: Photographer ALBERT JANWICH Al's car is always in the lead. Maybe that's why he is known as speed. General Course Plans: U. S. Navy 17 ANN JOBES When it comes to sewing, Ann is at the head. She can do wonders with the needle and thread. Commercial Course Activities-. Glee Club, G. A. A., School Paper, Commercial Club, Pillar Staff, Dramatics. Plans: Office Work DORA JIOSNE Dora can strut and knows how to twirl. She has dark hair and is an attrac- tive girl. Commercial Course Activities: Majorette, Mixed Chorus, Dramatics, School Pa- per, Pillar Staff. Plans: Receptionist RICHARD JOSEPH LANZARO Mon or mouse, Martin or Myrtle, Neither one, that's just Turtle . Commercial Course Activities: Baseball. Plans: Undecided PATRICIA ANN JOHNSON While in the band Pat never lagged, A color guard, who carried the flag. Commercial Course Activities: Color Guard. Plans: Office Work ALAN THORNTON JOHNSON After Alan the girls do race. Is it because of his handsome face? College Preparatory Course Activities: Latin Club, German Club, Boys' State Representa- tive. Plans: College HELEN CLAIRE LARKIN Claire about her has a happy air She is always laughing and is free from care. Commercial Course Activities: Senior Class Vice-Pres- ident, Student Council, Pillar Staff, School Paper, G. A. A., Commercial Club, Glee Club, Mixed Chorus. Plans: Office Work 18 JOAN PATRICIA LAWTON Joan is tall and blond, Of art and dramatics she is fond. College Preparatory Course Activities: Glee Club, French Club, Commercial Club, Pillar Staff, G. A. A., Dramatics. Plans: College VALERIE MARVEL Quite a personality has our girl Val, She's willing to be everyone's pal. Commercial Course Activities: Cheerleader, G. A. A., Library Club, Glee Club, Mixed Chorus, Commercial Club, School Paper, Pillar Staff. Plans: Secretary, Business School ROBERT FRANCIS LEWICKI This boy sure is on the ball. Dog—as he is known by all. College Preparatory Course Activities: Football. Plans: Factory Worker DONALD MARVEL Donnie the score always did raise, That's why he deserves our praise. General Course Activities: Football, Baseball, Track, Senior Play, Block M. Plans: Baseball Player TEDDER MAURO Hooker is our quiet looking one. But you should see him when hav- ing fun. College Preparatory Course Plans: Farmer LORETTA ANN McGEE Loretta knows the cutest way. To make everyone cheery and gay Commercial Course Activities: Glee Club, Mixed Chorus. Plans: Singer JOHN JOSEPH Me KENNA John always drives that TV truck. We sure do wish him lots of luck. College Preparatory Course Plans: Undecided ARTHUR EDWARD MEIXNER Although with us for only a year. We're so glad to have had you here. General Course Activities: Football, Basketball, Baseball. Plans: Undecided JAMES WILLIAM MILLIGAN if you want to see a surprising sight. Just look a little to the right. College Preparatory Course Plans: Undecided MARGARETHA ANN MOLNAR Ann's smart; a good cheerleader, too. Very few things she cannot do. College Preparatory Course Activities: Mixed Chorus, Drama- tics, G. A. A., Senior Play, Latin Club, German Club, Cheerleader, Pillar Staff, Sec- retary Sophomore Class, Dance Band Vocalist, Honor Society. Plans: Nursing RICHARD DAVID MILLIGAN We now are you in a spin. This is Richie the other twin. College Preparatory Course Activities: Basketball. Plans: College or Navy ODESSA NICHOLSON Odessa is quiet with her Southern drawl. But she, as you know, ws liked by all. Commercial Course Plans: Nursing 20 ANTOINETTE NUNZIATO In Commercial Class she docs quite well. In the business world she will excel. Commercial Course Activities: Honor Society, Pillar Staff, G. A. A., Commercial Club. Plans: Undecided BEVERLY ANN PARRY Bev will be a pleasing sight, While working in her cap of white. College Preparatory Course Activities: Dramatics, Latin Club, French Club. Plans: Nurse MARGARET O'NEILL Peg is cute and rather shy. In school activities she rates high. Commercial Course Activities: Treasurer Junior Class, G. A. A., Captain Cheerleaders, Honor Society, Treasurer Stu- dent Council, Pillar Editor, Sen- ior Play. Plans: Secretary FRED F. PETERSON We hope Fred never has to be guided. Even though he is undecided. General Course Plans: Undecided RONALD A. ORR On the field, up goes the score, Ronnie is a fellow we all root for. College Preparatory Course Activities: Block M, Football, Track, French Club, Latin Club, Mixed Chorus, Senior Play, Boys' Trio, Student Council. Plans: Mechanical Engineer ARTHUR PHELAN How he does it we can't say, He takes apart a different car every day. General Course Activities: Football. Plans: Engineer 21 ROBERT RYDER PHILLIPS With his music he'll never flop. Watch this boy, he'll reach the top. General Course Activities: Band, Orchestra, Dance Band. Plans: Mechanic GWENDOLYN RUSSELL Gwen we think is our class riot, There s never a time you'll find her quiet. Commercial Course Activities: Glee Club. Plans: Undecided ELIZABETH LOUISE PITNEY Animals will be Betty's vocation. For PILLAR WORK she's lone, wo show our appreciation. College Preparatory Course Activities: Vice-President Honor Society, German Club, Presi- dent German Club, Latin Club, Mixed Chorus, Dramatics, Pil- lar Staff, Girls' State, Senior Play. Plans: Advanced Schooling JEAN ANGELA SANGREGORIO Interior decorating interests Jean, Toward this skill she apparently leans. Commercial Course Activities: Glee Club, Dramatics, G. A. A., Commercial Club. Plans: Interior Decorating ELIZABETH JANE ROSENBOHM Betty is a bright J. V., In the hospital a cheerful nurse she'll be. General Course Activities: Dramatics, Library Club, Mixed Chorus, German Club, G. A. A., Cheerleader, Glee Club, Senior Play. Plans: Nursing MARJORIE SCOTT Margie's typing is accurate and neat. In Steno she is hard to beat. Commercial Course Activities: Library Club, Pillar Staff, Commercial Club, G. A. A. Plans: Undecided 22 JOAN KATHLEEN SHORT Joan is a lively jitterbug. You ought to see her cut a rug. Commercial Course Activities: G. A. A., Mixed Chor- us, Pillar Staff, Dramatics, Commercial Club. Plans: Undecided HAROLD CHARLES SMITH About Harold we must profess. He'll always have lots of success. College Preparatory Course Activities: President Honor So- ciety, Football, Latin Club. Plans: College CLARK L. SMITH Clark always is getting a different car, As a mechanic we're sure he'll go far- General Course Activities: Band, Orchestra, Glee Club. Plans: Mechanic PATRICIA ANN SHORT Pat always seems to score, WAh the football hero she adores. Commercial Course Activities: G A. A., Mixed Chor- us, Commercial Club, Drama- tics, Pillar Staff. Plans: Typist ROBERT SMITH You'd have to run a bit to catch, This fellow who is known as Stretch. General Course Activities: President Student Council, Basketball. Plans: Undecided FREDERICK THOMAS STAHLBAUM There goes Ricky so studious and shy. He ranks with us all as a very nice 9“y- General Course Plans: Armed Forces 23 THOMAS SULLIVAN With the girls Tom used to be a schemer. But now that he's hooked, he is just a dreamer. General Course Activities: Football, Baseball, Block M, Pillar Staff. Plans: Monmouth Junior College SHIRLEY JANE SUTTON With the band Shirl carries the flag. When it comes to being helpful, she'll never lag. Commercial Course Activities: G. A. A., Girls' Chorus, Glee Club, Mixed Chorus, Col- or Guard. Plans: Waves JEAN SZYMANSKI Jean an excellent seamstress will make. She also knows how and likes to bake. College Preparatory Course Activities: Latin Club, Senior Play, Dramatics. Plans: Fashion Designer KENNETH TONNESSEN Handsome Kenny tall and blond. Of hunting and fishing he is fond. General Course Activities: Football. Plans: Agriculturalist MARY ANN VENA Mary Ann with her majorette step. Is so cute and full of pep. Commercial Course Activities: Mixed Chorus, Pillar Staff, G. A. A., Dramatics, Operetta, Commercial Club, Co-Captain Majorettes. Plans: Undecided SHIRLEY VENA Shirley used to march her best. While on the field with all the rest. Commercial Course Activities: G. A. A., Mixed Chor- us, Pillar Staff, Color Guard, Dramatics, Commercial Club, Operetta. Plans: Undecided 24 Vince surely isn't a fool. He knows all the tricks of skipping school. General Course Activities: Football, Baseball Block M., Basketball. Plans: Undecided CATHERINE LOUISE WALKER Cheerful, happy, funny Kay: Always laughing, always gay. Commercial Course Activities: Glee Club, Mixed Chorus, G.A.A. Plans: Nursing ROBERT A. WALLING Bob wears shirts that are loud. Of his car he is proud. General Course Activities: Mixed Chorus, Track Team Manager. Plans: Undecided 25 CLASS We the class of 1954, being of sound (?) mind and body do hereby make public this — our last will and testament. Frances Auriemma leaves her ability to manage the concessions at foot- ball games to any future conscientious Senior. James Armour leaves his good behavior to Willie Daniels. Ginny Banafato leaves her intellectual capacity to Nancy Erdmann. Jerome Becker leaves his seat in English to anyone foolish enough to fill it. Kenneth Bennett leaves Bill Lanzaro a seat of his own in the office. Joe Berbrick leaves his nose guard to Earvin Hauser. Winnie Berbrick leaves her freckles to Mary Lou Siano Mauvline Bilarczyk and Valerie Marvel leave to Patti Hattrich and Eleanor Warmke their four years of wonderful friendship. Alice Blanken leaves to anyone who wants it her ability to fall up stairs. Pete Bol leaves his great knowledge of Physics and Chemistry to Andy Bol. Janet Boldt leaves her place as drum majorette to one of next year s lucky Seniors. Robert Boldt leaves his shyness with girls to John Fleischman. June Bowne leaves to Arlene Jackson her crazy, mixed-up schedule. Joan Brown leaves to Roger Olmstead her bottle of peroxide. Joan Campbell leaves to her brother Jimmy her energy and vitality to carry on the Campbell tradition. Bob Carlson leaves his extra weight to Mr. Lee. Jean Cashill leaves to Shirley Eckel her burning passion for hillbilly music. Carlos Concepcion leaves his baton to next year's drum major. Jackie Craig leaves James Craig her place on the honor roll. Fred De Nardo leaves his hillbilly voice to Marvin Hauser. Pauline Del Rosso leaves her ability to take over Mrs. Bodziak's class to any worthy Junior girl. Francis De Shaw leaves his much used Latin to Miss Dennison. Gail De Shaw leaves her job as cashier for four years to some Freshman. Bertha Edmonds leaves her books to Barbara Edmonds. Marilyn Elliott leaves her short curls to Bert Collins. Bobbie Ennis leaves her ability to talk like a long-playing phonograph record to Lynn Hall. Elaine Erdmann leaves her shyness to Lenora Navin. Barrie Fearon leaves his '32 Plymouth to Alan Wolf. Gerry Fogg leaves to one brave girl of next year her seat in Solid and Trig class. Ann Foti leaves her ability to remember things to Miss Gordon. Dick Frost leaves to Steve Fedele his ability to borrow towels at foot- ball practice. Anne Gallucci leaves her naturally curly locks to envious majorette Virginia Tune. Donnie Gleichman leaves his crooked leg to Pete Vena. Dotty Herbert leaves her place in library to anyone who has the ability to whisper more softly than she. Jimmy Hodge leaves his old notebook to Charles Hall. WILL Ida Irons leaves to Bernice Szymanski her place in the Majorettes. Ann Jackson leaves her sense of humor to Barbara Tullis. Al Janwich leaves his ability to drive with one arm to Norman Janwich. Dora Jiosne leaves her baton to Nina Jiosne. Ann Jobes leaves her ability to lose weight to’Barbara Knapp. Alan Johnson leaves his baby face to Richie Robinson. Pat Johnson leaves her crazy mixed-up ideas to her crazy mixed-up brother, Larry. Richard Lanzaro leaves his quick answers to Mrs. Gilbert. Claire Larkin leaves her friendly smile to Mr. Stetler. Joan Lawton leaves her height to Ruth Ann Pitts. May she use it well. Bob Lewicki leaves a vacant seat and an empty desk to his brother. Donnie Marvel leaves his football ability to Ken Bruder. Tedder Mauro leaves his small hands to Alan Wolf. Loretta McGee leaves his voice to Dianne Perry. John McKenna leaves his knowledge of German to Mr. Auermuller. James and Richie Milligan leave their black Ford to Kenny Burlew. Ann Molnar leaves her long brown curls to Jane Muro. Antoinette Nunziato leaves her stenographic ability to Marie Leperopolos. Peggy O'Neill leaves her Irish name to John Pointkowski. Ronnie Orr leaves his ability to flirt with Freshman girls to John Fleisch- man. Beverly Parry leaves her ability to do homework to her sister Nancy. Fred Peterson leaves all his homework to Pete Rushing. Betty Lou Pitney leaves ner unfortunate ability to break apparatus in Chemistry to any unsuspecting future Chemistry student. Gwen Russell leaves her seat in Secretarial Practice to Barbara Holmes. Jean Sangregorio leaves her dark brown hair to Liz Vreeland Majorie Scott leaves her shyness to Barbara Bos. Joan Short leaves her many excuses for not taking gym to Penny De Felice. Pat Short leaves her ability to shackle a football player to Virginia Tune. Clark Smith leaves his troubles in English to Marvin Hauser. Harold Smith leaves his ability to blush to Mr. Auermuller. Bob Smith leaves his height to Mr. Mauro. Fred Stalhbaum leaves his quietness to his sister Marilyn. Tom Sullivan leaves his long pants to Mr. Levine. Shirley Sutton leaves her quietness to Janice Hahn and Lillian Smith. Jean Szymanski leaves to Mrs. Ochs a package of straight pins for the ones she never returned. Kenny Tonnessen leaves his jitterbug” to Bobby Van Brackle. Mary Ann Vena leaves her brown eyes to Barbara Bos, so she may attract football players while strutting down the field. Shirley Vena leaves her ability to ride in cars to Pat Ahern. Catherine Walker leaves her smile to Lillian Wothington. Robert Walling leaves his ability to get to school at eight o'clock to anyone who has trouble getting here on time. Rose Greenman leaves her good nature and dry humor to Mr. Llovd. CLASS September 1950 was the month of our very first performance in Matawan High School. We were all a bit nervous, but self-assurance grew as we performed day after day. We joined the activities that suited us and because of our successful show, we had a dance to close our year of per- formance. This, by the way, was worth all the hard work. September 1951 was the beginning of our next big performance. No longer classed as Freshmen, we had gained recognition in the eyes of the entire troop. Our best performance of the year was at our Bunny Hop given before Easter. Already people were beginning to notice our star per- formers. We closed the year looking forward to our next season. September 1952 found us relaxed and ready for our show ahead. We had polished off most of our rough spots and our head ringmasters placed more confidence in our performance. To meet the expenses of our troop, Christmas Cards were sold at side shows. We had a St. Patty's Day Dance HISTORY in March, which helped us practice the routine for our big special per- formance of the year, our Prom. Hard work and good judgment were essential for the success of the Prom and we came ahead winning ad- miration. Once again our season ended and we looked forward to the following year when we would be the star attraction. September 1953 saw our troop start with heads high and shoulders back. We went to work immediately selling candy and souvenirs at all our activities. Big occasions and shows occurred often for our troop. The first big one came in December with our Christmas Ball. We attempted more difficult tricks and put over the performance of Don't Ever Grow Up. This was a success and because of our hard work a trip to Washington was awarded to our group. We carne back and settled down to our regu- lar routine. Time passed quickly and soon the biggest moment of our lives arrived. It was our last performance, and our greatest. This was what we had been waiting for Graduation, starring the troop of 1954. We grasped our diplomas and walked proudly out of Matawan High School. CLASS I must call to see if my tickets have been reserved for the opening of the Zingling Brothers Circus. Hello, Ida Irons? Please get me the ticket department of the Zingling Brothers. Did you know Dora Jiosne is their receptionist now? Yes, really. . . . Hello, Dora? Let me speak to J.Z. Darling, have you reserved my tickets for tonight? You know I don't want to miss Carlos Concepcion's new mambo band, darling, or that terrific new singer you've hired, Loretta McGee. No, darling, I won't forget to stop in and see you. Toodleloo. Donald Gleichman, once-famed stock-car driver, drives my gold- plated Jaguar out to La Guardia where the plane is scheduled for take-off in fifteen minutes. While waiting for the plane to be announced, who should walk in but that famed comedienne of stage, screen, and television — Joan Campbell. I call to her, but when she is half way across the room she is rushed by a swarm of reporters and photographers. Among them are James Hodge, recently noted for his excellent coverage of the Blink's Bank robbery, and Ann Jobes and Valerie Marvel, reporters on the World Letter and Moon. Headed Joan's way is that eccentric scientist, Arthur Meixner, and on his arm is the terrific blonde, Betty Rosenbohm, who made her Broadway debut in Born the Day After Tomorrow. Mauvline Bilarczyk, air-line stewardess, is at the door of the plane to greet the passengers, many of whom are also on their way to the' premiere. As I sit down I notice James Armour, scientist, Ronald Orr and Robert Carlson, engineers, and John McKenna, electrician, on their way to Space Port No. 93 to start planning for the interplanetary bridge, Creatole,- also among the prominent people present are Alice Blanken, who recently won the Nobel Prize for her poetry, and James Milligan, millionaire. While glancing through my program, I learn the costumes are de- signed by Joan Brown, who is noted for her work in Hollywood. The hair styles are created by Ann Foti, also known for her work in Hollywood, and Elaine Erdmann. The props are made by Joseph Berbrick, brother of Winifred Berbrick, columnist and an associate of mine. As the acts progress I notice Fred Stahlbaum and Jerome Becker are again astounding their audiences with superhuman feats of lifting 900,000 pound weights. During the trapeze performer's act, one falls. A doctor is called but there doesn't seem to be one in the house. Five nurses rush to the disaster: Ann 30 PROPHECY Molnar, Beverly Parry, June Bowne, Kay Walker, and Gwen Russell. But nothing stops the performance the show must go on. I see those dare-devils, Joan Short, Mary Ann Vena, and Shirley Vena, are defying gravity again with their stock cars. While walking along the midway I see several speakers on Why You Should Join the Service. Among them are Kenneth Bennett for the Army; Dick Frost and Robert Boldt for the Navy; Shirley Sutton for the Waves. I also see Richard Lanzaro famous slugger of the New York Yank- ees, exhibiting his hitting ability. And there are Kenneth Tonnessen, who rose from a small-town farmer to fame with his discovery of the Atomic Thresher, and his assistant. Tedder Mauro. I've noticed several famous celebrities strolling along the midway today. Among them is Arthur Phelan, connoisseur of fine food, owner of that restaurant everyone is raving about — The Glass Rail;; there also is Barbara Ennis, the only psychiatrist to have a platinum couch and Clark Smith, known to have the largest collection of old cars since James Mel- ton. I guess I'll stroll over to J.Z.'s office for awhile. Hello, darling. Your show is really a success. Jean Cashill made a tremendous hit with her yodeling. Darling, tell me who decorated your office? It's in exceptionally good taste. Jean Sangregorio? I'll make a note of that . . . Darling, you have such wonderful secretaries; I'd like to borrow one for my next trip to Mars. Either Virginia Banafato, .Janet Boldt, Claire Larkin, or Pat Johnson will do. Of course, I have my own secretaries, Dorothy Herbert, Marilyn Elliott, Jacqueline Craig, and Anne Gallucci, but they are so busy I really can't spare them now. Thank you, darling. As I walk out of J.Z.'s office I see Gerry Fogg, science teacher, Gail De Shaw, gym teacher, and Rose Greenman, English teacher, discussing the advantages of the teaching profession. I make my way to the airport through a milling crowd. As I am boarding the plane, I notice my airline stewardess this time is June Bur- dick. Among the passengers are Thomas Sullivan, President of Interna- tional 5D Corporation, and his secretary, Peggy O'Neill; also present are Albert Janwich and Richard Milligan, State troopers, and Betty Lou Pitney, specialist in outer-orbit animals. Arriving at my office I hand my notes to typist, Pat Short, to prepare for tomorrow's column. Toodleloo, darlings 31 DON’T EVER GROW UP The Seniors presented the play DON'T EVER GROW UP, which is the portrayal of modern youth and their problems. It features a sixteen-year-old girl, her family and friends. CAST Molly Mrs. Meadows Mimi ....... Cravath Dud Elaine ...... Mr. Meadows Glenn Stevens Hal Kenny .... Judy ........ Johnny Velma Rae....... Debbie ...... Carrie ...... Betty ....... Jean ........ Ann ........ Janet Pat Jean Szymanski Gail De Shaw Joan Brown Richard Frost ... ... Jerome Becker Betty Lou Pitney Ronald Orr Peter Bol Donald Marvel Winifred Berbrick Alan Johnson Betty Jane Rosenbohm Geraldine Fogg Barbara Ennis Ann Foti ...... Peggy O'Neill ...... Anne Gallucci Ann Molnar Virginia Banafato Mauvline Bilarczyk 32 Hurry Up Will You Kid? JUNIORS The Class of '55 has done a great job this year in meeting the problem of raising money. With continued efforts, their Senior year will be a huge success. Best of luck from the Class of '54. JUNIOR CLASS OFFICERS Alan Wolf, President; Eleanor Warmke, Secretary; Doreen Worsely, Treasurer; Robert Collins, Vice-President. firit row: Mary low Siano, Anna A'.ary Rice, Betty Horrify, Patti Hattrich, Connie Russell, Barbara Tullis, Eddie Mac Bethune, Doreen Worse y, Lillian Smith, Arlene Patson, Eleanor Warmke, Shirley Brown, Jane Muro, Nancy Erdmann. Second row: Stewart Sprague, Frances Rounds, Sandy Trout, Jane Bennett, Lynn Hall. Jean Bethune, Joan Bethune, Doris Emmons, Valjean Wesley, Barbara Holmes, Carol Hycr, Barbara Hickey, Norma De Felice, Ralph Ronson. Third row: Robert Van Bracklc, David Benton, Tony Falco, Tony Panzaro, Paul Hcadcn, Frank Tourine, William Costello, Walter Brosky, Tony Bricese, Walter Jones, Joe Sheeran, Camilla Sardeilo. Henry Moreno, Joe Butts. Fourth row: Peggy Chamberlain, Mary Lou Blahota. Peggy Read, Rita Jones, Loretta Hull, Beverly Lampkin, Joan Blondek. Dorothy Kudrick, Ann Di Santo, Audrey Rushing, Dorothy Hocvcr, Florence Daniels. Fifth row: Joyce Woodman, Beverly Haspol, Camille De Matteo, Margaret Johnson, Veressa Nicholson, Eula Mae Hill, Kathleen Crawford, Carol lambertson, Elizabeth Vreoland, Jean Gaub, Marie leperopolos, Janice Hahn, Barbara Edmonds. Sixth row: Kenny Bruder, Fred Hausman, Willis Calvert, Robert Collins, Joe Acquilino, Robert Himmelright, Ed Hourihan, Harry Wilson, Harry Wilkonson, John Fleischman, Art Abbazia, Charles Hall. Seventh row: Larry Salmon, Richard Johnson, Thomas Starnes, Alton Davis, Larry Walker. James Dillon, John Till, Allan Wolf, Richard Robinson. ULLLU SOPHOMORES The Class of '56 has not made definite plans for raising money for their Senior year. They did, however, sponsor their annual dance in May. So far this has been their only big project, but with furthered efforts they will come out on top. SOPHOMORE CLASS OFFICERS Thomas McGee, Treasurer; Joseph Kel- ly, President; Mary Lou Rodrigues, Secretary. Pint row. Ruth Ann Piz i. Gwen Edmonds, Agnos Marshal, Ora Luc Guttridgo, Nancy Parry, Joan Sloe, Pat Costello, Carol Sehnuck, Gail Duncan, Carolyn Morrell, Ann Sobera, Shirley Jones, Gladys Hyrne. Second row; Nancy Orr, Charlotte Walters, Lucille Young, Carol Seaman, Mae Cavangaro, Joan Aryes, Alto Boyce, Winifred Waltz. Mary Lou Carten, Pat Ahern, Mary Lou Rodriguese. Joan Griswald, Pat Sarbuceilo, Lenora Navin. Third row; Jessie Johnson. Charles Haddock, Joe Savathy, Bernie Meixner. Joe Johnson, Jack Scully, Richard Erdmann, A’an Arnold, Alan Frcidland, Grant Scharff, Carl Fischer, Joe Beal, Richard leuders. Fourth row. Judy Polosky, Alice Eager, Kathy Flynn, Gloria Preston. Connie Sickles, Chloe Ann Tourinc, Joan Boyle, Phyliss Brown, Bctcal Hughes, Barbara Fleming, Lou Ann Wothington, Marilyn Krackhour. Filth row. Carl Lcudors, Ed Weston, Ernie White, Joe Rizzo. Robert Faust. Ronald Johnson, Robert Wilson, Robert Parks, Bernie Burltw, James Arace, Eddie Sutton, Jim Campoell, Robert Phelan Sixth row.- Nadine Walker, Dorothy Conover, Debbie Lazow, Elaine Roscnbohm, Willhen-.ina Borowsky, Diane Perry, Barbara Bos. Susan Dominy, Virginia Tune, Virginia Ger- mann, Barbara Knapp, Jane Bowie. Sovonth tow: Shirley Lee, Zel na Guttridge, Marilyn Hall, Elizabeth Rice, Joan Polletf, Gail Nelson, Harriet Fearon, Rose Ann Parish Eighth tow: Andy Bol, Mr. Hyer, Danny Vanderbilt, George Hicks. Joe Zahn. First row: Harriot Mackason, lenora Mackason, Sonia Singelscthcr, Joan lomaire, Gail Meny, Antoinette Siano, Eleanor Scott, Jean Trahim, Antoinette Messina. Joyce Navin, Linda Johnson, Velma Sabo, Myraann Dice, Mary Agnei Coghlin, Peggy Collins. Second row: Frances Taber, Janice Royster, Mary Betner, Connie Houston, Lizzie Davis. Julia Crone, Beverly Thompson. Pat Flynn, Joan Gray, Joan Marcsca, Nina Jiosnc, Barbara Perry, Betty Lou Hodge, Dolores Fuentcs. Third row: James Benner, George White. Ralph Yeomans, John Wagner, Fred Trembly, Douglas Dietrich, Stanley Gilbertson. Joe Bukowczyk, Peter Rushing. Albert Weisman, Robert Bennett, Richard Wenncr, Kenneth Wooley, Fred Mauer. Fourth row; Rose Marie Gallo, Dolores Falco. Cathy McDowell, Ann Molnar, Patricia Angelo, Diana Diggin, Ruth Smith, Dolores Haith- cock, Susan Miller, Patricia Pizzi, Joyce St evens, Marie Ehlers, Muriel Baker. Fifth row: Billy Rose, Carmen Paris!, John Anderson, Robert Costello, Melvin Vrccland, George Kahrs. Richard lewicki, James Burlew, Frank Johnson, Matthew Kelly, Robort Nicol. Sixth row: Joseph Peters, James Kudrick, Charlie Benson, Jerome Crone, Thomas Wclstead, Chris Gallo, David Tuttle, Harold Dodson, Robert Deitz, Steve Alikas, Raymond Colot, Kurt Collins, John Coon. Seventh row: Juanita Waggoner, Kathy Krimmcl, Ruth Crawford, Nancy Bowie, Janet Morgan, Phyllis Kavoner, Joan Vena, Muriel Routh, Ted Shaflo, Delia lee, Phyllis Mackason, Ruth Rice, Ann Marie leudors, Jean Wilchck, Joe Lester. Eighth row: Phyllis Krammer, Ruth Mulcrono, Grace Fischer, Veronica Baranowski, Linda Tilton, Eddie Marks, Kenneth Williams, Bob Harrison, Hal Myers. Louis Armour. FRESHMEN The Class of '57 has just begun their four years of high school and are gradually getting into the swing of things. In June they under- took their first big responsibility, the annual Freshman dance. In the next three years they are expected to reach high standards.. FRESHMAN CLASS OFFICERS Ted Shafto, President; Rose Marie Gallo, Secretary; Matthew Kelly, Treas- urer. 36 ■ Firtl row: Coach Anthony Nuccio, Joseph Berbrick, Donald Marvel, Alan Wolf. Kenneth Tonncsscn, Ronald Orr, Daniel Vanderbilt, Arthur Phelan, Pctor Bol, Richard Frost, Fred De Nardo, Vincent Vinci. Second row: Pete Vena, Robert lewicki. Jack Kuhns. Louis Armour, Arthur Meixner, Herbert Carbone, Marvin Hauser, Frank Drogan, Kenneth Bruder, William Auricmma, Eugone Faricllo. Third row: Richard Erdmann, Manager, Andy Bol, Robert Deitz, James Campbell, Harold Dodson, Stanley Parrish, William Daniels, Roger Olmstead, John Pointkowski, Alton Davis, David Benton, David Decker, FOOTBALL Matawan High School's Championship foot- ball squad opened its brilliant season against Neptune with an easy win. They also rolled easily over Point Pleasant. Rumson and Red Bank Catholic likewise met with defeat at the hands of the Huskies. Freehold won a decisive victory over the Huskies, though Matawan showed true to form in the Atlantic Highlands game. In the traditional Thanksgiving Day game againsl Keyport the Hus- kies again came out on top with a 25-12 vic- tory to close a most successful season. Matawan 20 Neptune 0 Matawan 26 Point Pleasant 0 Matawan 34 Rumson 7 Matawan 20 Red Bank Catholic 7 Matawan 0 Freehold 47 Matawan 26 Atlantic Highlands 0 Matawan 25 Keyport 12 Fin! row: Arthur Meixner, Kenneth Tonncsscn, Ronald Orr, Robert lewicki, Arthur Phelan, Peter Bol, Richard Frost. Second row: Joseph Berbrick, Vincent Vinci, Donald Marvel, Fred De Nardo, Herbert Carbone. Back row: William Ultor, Allan Wolf, Daniel Vanderbilt, Joseph Fatso, Ronald Carlton. Front row: Henry Moreno, Richard Frott, Robert Smith, Richard Milligan, Robert Collins. BASKETBALL The Matawan High Basketball team of 53- 54 started the season by winning the first two en- counters against Jamesburg and Toms River. In the next four games, one of which included our traditional rivals Keyport, the boys lost. They bounced back to beat the Rumson club twice, with four losses between the games. After losing to Atlantic Highlands and Red Bank Catholic they won their last encounter against Croydon Hall which finished their season with a won five and lost ten record. Bock row.- David Tuttle, Allan Arnold, Joseph Butts, George Hicks. Joseph Zahn, Kenneth Williams, Robert Gold, John Coon, First row: Ted Shafto, Thomas Nelsteed, Harold Dcitz, Thomas McGee. Jack Kuhns. Raymond Colot, Robert Deitz. Robert Smith SENIOR STARS Richard Frost Richard Milligan a� ck row: Mr. Carocciolo, Harold Dodson, Donald Green, Thomas Sweeney, George Hick� , Ronald Orr, Melvin Vrecland, Thomas Parrish, Samuel Kudrick, Kenneth Williams, Merrill Evans. Socond row: George McBride, Thomas McGee, Ernest White, Thomas Falco, Stanley Parrish, Alan Johnson, Ted Shafto, Thomas Welsiead, Robert Hausman, Joseph Butts, Robert Zielinski. First row: Raymond Colot, William Daniels, Larry Salmon, Kenneth Burlew. Herbert Carbone, Carlos Concepcion, Joseph Bcrbrick, Jack Kuhns, Ronald Carlson, William Strother. This year's squad is hoping to live up to the record of Mata wan High School Track teams of the past. Matawan's Track team won the Shore Conference Championship last year and has been no less than third in the Shore Conference for the past five years. They have always been high in the Central and State Jersey Champion- ships. In 1952 they won the Central Jersey Championship and last year they were second in the State Jersey Championship. The outlook for this year is a bit dubious because of an average of thirty points per meet lost through graduation. .A group of proven Sophomores and Juniors, however, will help the situation. Mr. C is trying to make this a year of rebuilding but is hoping for a Championship. TRACK 40 Shore Conference Champions. Back row: James Campbell. Harold Deitz, Alan Wolf. Richard Robinson. Daniel Vanderbilt. James Dillon, Joseph Fasso. Steve Alikas, Gene Fariello. Front row: Tom Nuccio, Coach Nuccio, William Votta, Richard lanzaro, Morris Inguaggiato, Fred DcNardo, Steve Fcdclc, Vincent Vinci, Robert Collins, Richard Frost, John Till. BASEBALL Last year's champs will open their season April 8. This year there will be five familiar faces missing: Marvel, McQuarrie, Gray, Fariello, and Sullivan. Last year Matawan won 13 and lost 1 to become Central Jersey and Shore Conference Champions. Coach Nuccio is looking forward to another successful season. This year's Seniors are: Richard Frost, catcher; Fred De Nardo, third base; Vincent Vinci, short- 41 Virginia Banafato. Barbara Tollis, Edith Olrmlead, Marilyn Elliott, Valeric Marvel, Ann Molnar, Geraldine Fogg. Ann Foti, Peggy O'Neill Coptoin, Mauvlinc Bilorczyk Cocoptoin CHEERLEADERS These peppy, poised gals with personality work hard to boost the spirit of Matawan High School. The varsity cheers the football and basket- ball fellows on to victory, and the junior var- sity supports their basketball team with the same enthusiasm. Miss Gordon, their able adviser, deserves a lot of credit for a good squad. Throughout the year the girls raise money for uniforms, letters, a trip to New York, the Mother and Daughter Banquet, and gold mega- phones which each girl receives as she graduates. Reading clockwise: Peggy O'Neill, Mauvline Bilarczyk, Ann Foti, Virginia Banafato, Mari'yn Elliott, Barbara Tullis. Debbie lazow, Valerie Marvel, Betty Jane Rosen- bohm, Winifred Berbrick, Elizabeth Vreeland, Ann Di Santo, Ann Molnar, Geraldine Fogg, Nancy Erdmann, Jane Muro, Eddie Mae Bethune. 42 ADDED ATTRACTIONS Standing: Mr. Shea and Mr. Lloyd Adviser� , Barbara Enni� , Anne Gallucci, Elaine Erdmann, Nancy Erdmann, Camilla Sar- delle. Nadine Walker, Rita Jones. Claire Larkin, Barbara Tollis, Mr. Auermuller Adviser. Seated: Robert Collins, Peggy O'Neill, Mauvline Bilarczyk, Robert Smith, Marilyn Elliott, Joseph Kelly. STUDENT The governing body of the school is the Student Council, which tries to create a better relationship between teachers and students and help the students as a group in the school activities. The Student Council of Matawan con- sists of 20 members elected by the students. Some of the accomplishments of the Student Council this year wer.e making the dance sched- ule, cleaning up the school, conducting all stu- dent elections and passing on eligibility. Mem- bers also attended county student council meet- ings at other schools. Our council presented a county council meeting in the Matawan High School Auditorium. COUNCIL STUDENT COUNCIL OFFICERS Mauvline Bilarczyk, Vice President; Peggy O'Neill, Treasurer; Robert Smith, President; Marilyn Elliott, Sec- retary. 44 The members of the Matawan Chapter of the National Honor Society are chosen on the basis of leadership, scholarship, character and Antoinette Nynziato. Winifred Bcrbrick, Geraldine Fogg, Peggy O'Neill, Mrs. Gilbert Adviser, Harold Smith, Betty Lou Pitney, Ann Molnar, Pauline Do1 Rosso. service. It is ma$ie up of Juniors and Seniors. The Honor Society gives the first Dance of each year to raise funds for two $50 scholar- ships, each given to a worthy girl and boy in the graduation class. Their officers are President, Harold Smith; Vice-President, Betty Lou Pitney; Secretary-Treas- urer, Ann Molnar. HONOR SOCIETY BOYS' AND GIRLS' STATE Boys' and Girls' State is a program spon- sored by the American Legion, through which a boy and girl are selected from the Junior Class to represent their high school at Rutgers University and New Jersey College for Women respectively. Last year Alan Johnson and Betty Lou Pitney were representatives for their class. Alan spent a week at Rutgers, while Betty Lou was at N. J. C. for five days. There they learned about the organization of state gov- ernment and the mechanics of gubernatorial elections. Candidates for Boys' and Girls' State are selected on the basis of scholastic ability, extracurricular activities, leadership, and ser- vice to their school. In December there is a reunion of Boys' and Girls' State in which the elected repre- sentatives take their respective offices and hold assembly. hirst row: Virginia Tune, Dora Jiosne, Patti Hattrich, Betty Hcrrity, Doris Emmons, Ida Irons. Second row; Shirley Vena, Virginia Gcrmann, Barbara Bos, Janice Hahn, Carlos Concepcion, Janet Boldt, Mary Ann Vena, Dolores Sauer, Anne Gallucci, Joan Campbell. Third row: Pat Ahern, Gwen Edmonds, Raymond Colot. Gene Edmonds, Joe Zahn, Tom McGte, Richard Presser, Barbara Edmonds, Pat Johnson. Fourth row: Dot Kudrick, Peggy Chamberlain, Fred Mauer, Todd Fung, Tony Briccse, Juanita Waggbner, Bob Zielinski, Serena Anderson. Fifth row: Robert Nicol, Joe Peters, Jimmy Benner, Carl Wagner, Tod Shafto, Jim Armour, Ed Marks, Fred Hausman. BAND The uniformed marching band is the pride of the school. The band grows in size and ability and is better uniformed each year. The band performs diffi- cult formations at football games, marches in local parades, and plays for school assemblies. The Brass section is known as the German Band. It performed for the Senior Play. With the addition of string instruments, the band becomes an orchestra performing classical music. The instructor is Mr. Maritko. Patti Hattrich, Virginia Tuna, Ida Irons, Dora Jiosne, Virginia Germann, Janice Hahn, Janet Boldt (coptoin), Mary Ann Vena (co-captain), Barbara Bos. Dolores Sauer, Anne Gallucci, Doris Emmons, Betty Hcrrity. MAJORETTES These high-stepping gals twirl their batons in rhythm with the band. They perform at pep rallies and add color to parades during the school year. These pert girls, uniformed in maroon and steel, add interest at a football game. The Majorettes raise money by holding a tag day and food sale and use it to purchase uniforms and finance a Mother and Daugh- ter Banquet. Mrs. Ducat and Mr. Maritko, their capable advisors, deserve a lot of credit. BLOCK M Standing: Richard Frost, Vincent Vinci, Thomas Sullivan, Daniel Vanderbilt, Donald Marvel, Ronald Orr, Joseph Berbrick. Eugene Faricilo. Stated: Herbert Carbone, Carlos Concepcion, Kenneth Brudor. Petor Bol, Richard lanzaro. The Matawan Block M Club consists of members of the vari- ous athletic teams, who have earned at least one varsity letter. The candidates for member- ship are voted in by the old members. The boys sponsor a dance in order to buy for their senior members gold charms rep- resenting their individual sport activities. Mr. Anthony Nuccio, organizer of the club, has done a great job advising the club through the years. The officers are Thomas Sul- livan, President; Richard Frost, Vice-President; Donald Marvel, Treasurer; and Carlos Concepcion, Secretary. Back row: Ann Foti, Marilyn Hall, Winifred Berbrick, Claire Larkin, Ann Jobes, Valerie Marvel, Mauvline Bilarczyk. Front: Mrs. Gilbert, Janet Boldf. Dora Jiosne. JOURNALISM The Journalism group of 1954 was organized at the beginning of the school year. The group issued a school paper for almost every marking period during the year. They also wrote articles for the school-news section in the Asbury Park Press and The Mata- won Journal. Under the guidance of Mrs. Gilbert and, in the sec- ond semester, Mr. Albright the group did much toward keeping the school and also the town posted on the activities taking place at Matawan High School. first row: Antoinette Messina, Selma Guttridge, Jean Trahim, L mda Johnson, Gwen Edmonds. Francos Taber, Pat Flynn, Antoi- nette Siano. Second row: Sonja Singlesether, Anna Mary Rice, Katherine Walker, Richard Wenner, Carmen Parisi, Ted Shafto, Raymond Colot, Eddie Marks, Peter Bol. Ronald Orr, Ann Louise Scbera, Carol Schnuck, Janet Morgan, Lenora Navin. Third row: Phyllis Brown. Bcteal Hughes, Betty Lou Hodge, Connie Houston. Janice Royster, Cathy McDowell. Velma Sabo, Ann Molnar, Peggy Read, Peggy Chamberlain, Alice Eager, Judy Polosky, Muriel Baker, Patricia Pizzi, Ruth Crawford, Kathy Krim- mel, Linda Tilton, Mrs. Ducat, Adviser. Fourth row: Elizabeth Rice, Liilian Wothington, Gwen Russell, Loretta McGee. Marilyn Hall, Joan Maresca, Antoinette Jiosnc, Marilyn Hall, Betty Szymanski. Phyl is Krammcr. Grace Fisher, Gail Nelson, Harriet Fcaron, Barbara Edmonds, Arlene Jackson. MIXED CHORUS All students are eligible for Mixed Chorus. This group has participated in the Spring Concert, Christmas Operetta and Baccalaureate Services for the Senior Class. They have also sung for outside or- ganizations. Their instructor is Mrs. Ducat. The Rhythmaires play at all school dances for a small charge to cover expenses. They also play for assemblies. Those students who like to play musical instruments are given the opportunity to receive training in popular music from the Rhythmaires with the aid of Mr. Maritko. James Benner, Joseph Zahn, Fred Haus- man, Thomas McGee, Anthony Bricese, Harold Dodson, Robert Phillips, Carlos Concepcion, Peggy Chamberlain. STAMP CLUB The Stamp Club is a new or- ganization in Ma tawan High School. The club meets about once every two weeks to trade stamps and to put stamps in albums. The members planned a project of putting stamps about different subjects together and have also planned a showcase to display their work in the li- brary. The motto of the club is Stick together , and the golden rule is Trade honestly . LIBRARY CLUB Waller Jones, Vie -President—Treasurer; Fred Hausman, George McBride. President—Secretary; Frank Marks. James Campbell, Ronald Orr, Donald Marvel, Peter Bol, Mr. Aucrmullcr, Adviser. Members of the Library Club are taught by the Senior members the process of Library work. They process books, help out at the desk, mend books, take inventory, decorate the library, and perform various other library duties to help the librarian. Visits are made to the Princeton and Trenton State Library, and the club also attends the Library Council Meeting in Asbury Park. First rcwi Mar e Lcpcropolos. Carol lambertson, Diane Perry, Joan Polletf, Rose Ann Parisi, Nadine Walker, Debbie lazow, Nancy Bowie. Ann Di Santo, Betcal Hughes, Barbara Fleming, Selma Gutfridgc, Phyllis Brown, Elaine Rosenbohn, Joan Vena, Phyllis Kavanaugh, Joan Bethune, Doris Emmons, Diane Diggm, Barbara Hickey. Carol Hycr, Mrs. Davidson, Adviser. Second row; Ora Gultridge, Jean Bethune. Pat Cupsic. Carol Seaman. Shirley Jones. Joyce Navin, Catherine Keating, Peggy Collins, Barbara Perry, Mary Coughlin. Myra Gultridge. Agnes Marsh jll, Julie Crone, Lillian Imilh, Janet Morgan, Muriel Roth, Joan Gray. Antoinette Siano, Gail Meny, Joan lemaire. Third row: Elidabeth Vrce'and, Marjorie Scott, Frances Auricmma, Jackie Craig. Frances Rounds. Eddie Mae Bethune, Norma De Felice, Nancy Erdmann. PILLAR STAFF The editing of the 1954 Pillar began in June of 1953 when the theme was decided upon and the work planned. In September the organization of committees to handle different jobs was started. Throughout the year the staff worked hard to organize the book according to the Circus theme. Firtt row: Betty Lou Pitney, Dolores Sauer, Mary Ann Vena, Valerie Marvel. Soeond row: Joan Campbell, Shirley Vena, Ann Jobes, Joan Short, Virginia Banafato, Mauvline Bilarczyk, Mrs. Gilbert, Mr. Parnes. Third row: Barbara Ennis, Elaine Erdmann, Gail De Shaw, Marilyn Elliott, Dorothy Herbert, Winifred Berbrick. Fourth row: Claire Larkin, Ann Foti, Frances Auriemma, Joan Lawton, Rose Greenman, Ann Molnar, Geraldine Fogg. Fifth row: Antoinette Nunziato, Anna Jackson, Jerome Becker, Carlos Concepcion, James Hodge, Anne Gallucci, Thomas Sullivan, Ida Irons, Marjorie Scott, Pauline Del Rosso, Joan Johnson, Peggy O'Neill. The Dramatics group performs at assemblies according to the holidays or seasons of the year. This is done by the under-classmen of the group. The Seniors presented the play Don't Ever Grow Up . The students are taught the fundamentals of acting, costuming, make-up, and stage setting. Mary Lou Blahota, Jean Gaub, James Aracc, Barbara Perry, Diana Perry, Serena Anderson, Myraanno Dice, Susan Dominy, Kathleen Crawford, Dolores Haithcock, Agnes Marshall, Mrs. Gittins, Mary Coughlin, Ruth McDonald, Edward Gaskins, Zelma Gutridgc, David Benton, Todd Fung. SCIENCE CLUB The Science Club is a new club in Matawan this year. It is com- posed of all Freshmen. The club tries many experiments and has demonstrations. The group also went on a trip in the spring. Back iow: Peter Rushing, Robert Nicol, James Benner, Teddy Shafto, Jimmy Burlew, Douglas Dietrich, Robert Zielinski, John Coon, Sam Krudrick. Second row: Miss Scrocco, Adviser, Patricia Angelo, Patricia Pizzi, Varonica Borowonski, Ann louden. Firtl tow: Linda Johnson, Muriel Rough, Connie Houston, Earnestine Betner. The Biology Club is also a new club this year and is composed of Soph- omores. They have many different projects. Food Sales were held by the group to raise money for their trip in the spring. Bock row: Bernard Burlew. James Arace, President, Edward Hourihan, Richard lueders, Todd Fung, Carl lueders. Second row: Robert Faust, Edward Gaskins. George Hicks, Joseph Zahn, James Campbell, Vice President. Buddy Anderson. Pint row: Ruth McDonald. Serena Anderson, Marge Smith, Susan Dominy, Susan Chapman, Kathleen Flynn, Secretary. Gladys Hyrno, Treasurer, Mr. Fisher, Adviser. FRENCH Fir it row: Harriet! Mackason, Agne� Marshall, Rose Marie Gallo, Joyce Navin, Gladys Hyrne, Peggy Collins, Barbara Ennis, Joan Brown. Second row: 8arbara Perry, Myra Gutridge. Susan Miller, Patricia Pizzi, Joyce Stevens. Peggy Chamberlain, Rita Jones, Peggy Read, Jean Cashill, Ruth Rice, Dolores Frames. Third row: Richard Wcnner, Eliza- beth Vrecland, Gail De Shaw, Raymond Colot, Hal Myers, Ruth McDonald. Debbie lazow. Miss Dennison. When a student is a member of the German I or II classes, he is automatically eligible for membership in the German Club. This club takes part in many interesting activities. In the spring they sponsor a dance in co-operation with the other language clubs. To raise funds for their annual jaunt to New York, where many places of interest to German students are visited, candy is sold. They have lots of fun along with learning to speak auf deutsch. Back row• Larry Walker, Allan Wolf, John Till, Richard Robinson, John McKenna. Third row: Thomas Starnes (kneeling), Francis Do Shaw, Paul Hodden, Alan Arnold, Carl Lucders, Allan Fricdiand, Frank Tourine, Kenneth Bruder, Henry Moreno, Andrew Bol, Fred Haseman, Willis Calvert, Robert Collins, Ronald Johnson, Robert Wilson, Richard Johnson, Alan Johnson (kneollng), Mr. Auermuller. Second row: Doreen Worseley. Arlene Batson, Mary Lou Blahota. Joan Blondck, Ann Molnar, Geraldine Fogg, Betty Lou Pitney. Jean Gaub, Harold Deitz. Peter Vena. G E C R L M U A B CLUB The French Club had a few meetings this year. All the students purchased French dictionaries and story books from the money in the treasury. They had many activities during the spring, the most important being the trip to New York. The Latin Club, although not officially organized this year, had a few meetings, and also put on skits in many classrooms. Their annual banquet held in the spring was a big success. To conclude the year a trip to New York was taken. Standing (sido): Robert Costello, Willie Daniels, Robert Faust, James Arace, Ted Shafto, John Coon. Richard Erdmann, Buddy Anderson, Earl Williams. Seated: George White, Fred Mauer, Robert Nicol, Douglas Dietrich, Joe Peters, Alfred Wiseman, Rack row: Marilyn Hall, Kathy Flynn, Miss Dennison, Ruth Crawford, Catherine Krimmcl, Pat Angelo, Cathy McDowell. Socond row: Kathleen Crawford, Diana Diggin, Jean Wilchek, Anna Marie Lueders, Arlene Jackson, Vilma Sabo, Pat Flynn. First row: Peggy Read, Linda Johnson, Zeln.-j Gutridge Antoinette Siano, Gail Meny, Joan Lcmairc, Bill Hansen, Mary Lou Siano. Patrons A Friend Mr. Mrs. Dominik Adalis Addie, Lou, Dennis, Tony Pat Ahern Mrs. Elizabeth Allcock Mrs. George, Mrs. Anderson Mr. Mrs. Perry Andrune Mr. Mrs. Joseph Angello Mrs. Tillie Anthony Harold W. Appleby Frank Auld Mary Jane Auld Mr. Mrs. H. Baer Mrs. Mable Baker Mrs. R. Barr Mr. Mrs. Frank A. Barricelli Bayshore Fishery Jack Becker Jane Bennett Mr. Mrs. John W. Benson Mrs. Vera Best Mr. Mrs. Edward Black Andrew Schow Bol Janet L. Bol Mr. Mrs. C. P. Bol Mr. Mrs. Joseph Booket Mr. Mrs. A. D. Bowne Mrs. Clyde Bowne, Jr. Miss Marie Bowne June Bowne Rae Ann Bowne Miss Joan Bove Box x-Cheesequake Mr. Ethel Boyle Mrs. Frank Boyle Mr. Charles Breyer Tony Bucco Mrs. Amos Burlew Edith Burlew Mrs. Leroy Burlew R. Burlew Trucking, Cheesequake Mr. Mrs. James Burns Alice Cameron John D. Cameron James Campbell Joan Campbell Mr. Mrs. Patrick Campbell Callaris Esso Servicenter Carole Eddie Mr. Mrs. C. Carlson Kitty Cassidy Mary and Bud Cassidy Woody, Mike, Glenn Catherwood Mrs. John Centimole Miss Rita Centimole Mr. Mrs. John L. Chamberlain Mr. Mrs. Edward Chaven Charlene and Robert Miss Madeline Cheek Clara Clayton Cleo's Beauty Shop Cliffwood Lumber Plumbing Supply Mr. Mrs. James A. Clifton Mr. Mrs. Edward Collins Mr. Mrs. Gaston Colot Mr. Mrs. Robert Colot Mr. Mrs. Harrison B. Conk Herbert Cottrell Son Herbert Cottrell, Sr. Mr. Mike Cox Mrs. Milk Cox Mr. Mrs. S. E. Craig Jackie Creed Crown Service Station Mr. Mrs. John DeFelice Mr. Mrs. Dominik DeFraseis Mrs. Gracomo Della Pietro A. A. Devino, Mason Contractor Dietrick Brothers, Excavators Mr. Sam Dilks Mr. Joseph R. Duffy Mrs. Larry Durante 54 Miss Loretta Durante Mrs. Luke Durante Mrs. Rose Durante Mrs. Clifford Eckel Mr. Mrs. George EckLardt Mr. Mrs. George Edmond Mr. C. Eifert Henry Ellis Mr. Mrs. George Ellison Robert Emerson Buster Emmons Laura Emmons Mr. Mrs. Engebretson, Sr. Ginny Fair Raymond Fallon Mr. Mrs. Anthony S. Fariello Mr. Mrs. Antonio Fonseco George Furek Mr. Mrs. H. Gamache Edith Garb Tony Garito Mr. John Garrett Mr. Mrs. Barthalomew Gaub Mr. Mrs. Walter Gaub Mr. Geller Mr. Mrs. Michael P. George, Jr. Mrs. Olaf Gilbertson Mrs. Jessie Gillen Mr. Mrs. Herbert Gittens Mrs. Ann Gouncofski Mr. Anthony Grabowski Floyd Green Mr. H. C. Green Michael Green Mr. Leslie Greenman Mr. Samuel L. Gumbs Mr. Mrs. Ronald Hackmann Mr. Mrs. Simon Hall Mr. Mrs. B. Heil Mr. Howard Heiser Mr. Mrs. Luther Henderson Mr. Mrs. Russell Hertle Mrs. Hobio Mr. John Holz Elizabeth Horten House of Eng Mr. Mrs. Samuel Hrbhs Mrs. W. J. Hutchison Mr. Mrs. Edward E. Hyrne Benjamin Jackson Mrs. Florence Jackson Mrs. Mary Jackson Mrs. Dot Jameson Mr. Mrs. Walter Jankowski Mrs. E. Jaskiewisz Mr. Mrs. Joseph Jiosne H. Kanjmann Co . Mrs. Joseph Kavanaugh Mrs. Florence Keating Timothy J. Keating, Jr. Mr. Mrs. John Kelly Patti Konowalow Mr. Mrs. Christopher T. Koopman Mr. Mrs. Howard Kramer Joan Kudrik Jim Kudrik Mr. Mrs. Robert E. LaMura Mr. Mrs. Bayard T. Lamborn Mr. Mrs. N. Langan Mr. Catello Lanzaro Gene Lanzaro Mr. Mrs. Albert Laroski The Launder-it Mr. Mrs. Martin Lauterwald Mr. Mrs. Cecil Lawlor Daniel Le Conti Mr. Mrs. H. Lloyd, Jr. Elizabeth Lewicki Family Linda's Beauty Salon Mrs. W. Little Mr. Mrs. Michael Logayda Mrs. B. C. Maccia Mr. Mrs. MacA-gel Jack Makarchek Mr. Mrs. Daniel Mancini Mr; Mrs. George R. Mancini Mr. Mrs. Peter F. Martens Mary, Billy, Bil, John Matawan Bakery Matawan Undergarment Co., Inc. Mr. Mrs. Theodore Mathers Matty's Auto Parts Mrs. Brenda McGee Mrs. Ethel McGee Mr. Mrs. Eugene McGee, Jr. Mr. Mrs. Eugene McGee, Sr. Mrs. Flossie McGee Mr. Mrs. Herman McGee Mr. Mrs. Ralph McGee 55 Ralph and Lawrence McGee Miss H. L. McConchy Mrs. Joseph McQuarrie Mr. Clem McQueen Mr. Mrs. W. Meyer Mr. Mrs. C. E. Miller Esther Miller G. Wm. Miller Mr. Louis Miller Patty Miller Pauline Miller John Mills Mr. Mrs. Paul Molnar Mrs. George Morgan Morganville Garage Mr. Mrs. Nathon Mumford Nathaniel James Mumford, Jr. Mr. Mrs. Augustine Muolo Mr. Mrs. Edgar Naumeyer Mr. Joseph Navickas Miss Janet Nicol Mr. Mrs. John A. Nigro Mr. Mrs. Frank Nunziato, Jr. Mrs. Maria Nunziato Mr. Harold Olsfen Mrs. M. Olsen Mrs. Dotfie Orlando Mr. Mrs. Alfonso Panzino Mr. Mrs. Frank Panzino Mr. John Papa, Jr. Parkway Sweet Shop Miss Katharine P. Penny Mrs. Mary J. Penny Mrs. Jennie Perrilli Mr. Mrs. P. J. Peterson Mr. Fred A. Peterson Mr. Mrs. Arthur Phelan Mrs. Ruth R. Phillips Mr. Mrs. John Pocsaji Mary Prisk Jackie Prisk Mr. Mrs. James Redmond Helen C. Rehfus Mr. O'Neil Richardson Richie and Gerry Mr. Mrs. Rodrigues Mr. Rolands Mr. Mrs. Fred Romano Lola Ronson Ralph Ronson Mr. Mrs. E. Rosenbohm Mr. Mrs. Albert Rossback Russel's Radio and Television Mr. Mrs. Patrik Sauer Mrs. Florence Schaffren Roelof S. Schank Mr. Mrs. John C. Scott S D Super Market Mr. Mrs. Frank Shaw Mr. F. Shea Mr. Mrs. Edward Shepherd Mr. Mrs. Robert Shepherd Charlie Shimok Mr. Mrs. Charles Short Margaret Ann Short Joan Short Sloan Products Co. Mr. Mrs. Herbert Smith Miss Ida Smith Mr. Thomas Sprague Mr. Mrs. Springham Mr. Mrs. Joseph Stenger Mr. Mrs. Lester Stoney, Jr. Doris E. Strother Mr. Mrs. Harry Sutton Suzanne and Gerry Mrs. Martha Sydam Miss Irene Szyezlo Jean Szymanski Mr. Mrs. Nicholar Talmgi Mrs. Elizabeth Tullis John Vandenmeer The Variety Shop Connie Vena Joan Vena Mr. Mrs. Joseph Vena Mr. Joseph Vecchio Mr. Mrs. John Viebrack Mr. Mrs. George Walker John Walker Mrs. Alice Walling Mr. Mrs. Alvin Walling Mr. Mrs. Richard Warren Merrit J. Warwick, Jr. Mr. Mrs. Merrit J. Warwick, Sr Miss Florence Watts Mr. Mrs. Fred Wehrle Mr. Mrs. Donald S. Weir Mrs. Charles Wikcowski Al Williams Mr. Earl Williams Mr. Mrs. Earnest Williams J. L. Wilson Service Station Mr. Michael Woetko 56 MATAWAN TOWNSHIP BOARD OF EDUCATION Legislative Body LOUIS N. PAZIENZA. President Leon G. Christenat Phillip Gumbs Eugene J. Lavoie Vincent Patton Clifford Reeves Radford Shafto William E. Tierney Howard I. Wilson Administrative Executives RUSSELL A. G. STETLER, Superintendent HERBERT GITTJNS, Secretary KOERT C. WYCKOFF, Custodian 57 BEST WISHES — from — LAVOIE LABORATORIES ARNE KALMA FLORIST MAT. 1-4261 J KEyporr 7-1464 CLARENCE FISHER LARRY EISEMAN Mason, Contractor and Jobber Hair Stylist CURLEY BEAUTY SALON 348 MAIN STREET Matawan, N. J. 71 Broad St. Kcyport, N. J 58 KEyport 7-4058-J Repairs On All Makes of Cars and Trucks FETE BALL S AUTO CLINIC Complete Automotive Service Automatic Transmissions Overhauled R. P. BALL 11 Van Dorn St. Keyport, N. J. MAt. 1-723R-1 Class 44 AL STORER” Light Trucking Tractor Work Plou sup Discing 6c Light Land Clearing Private Commercial Trash and Garbage Disposal Service Compliments of . . . Compliments of . . . MATA WAN WINE and BEAL and SWARTZ’S, Inc. LIQUOR STORE NASH AGENCY Keyport, N. J. MAt. 1-2287 Compliments of . . . CHARLIES MATAWAN INN ROLLO TRANSIT CORP. Tomato Pies 89 FRENEAU AVENUE Matawan, N. J. KEyport 7-0360 Compliments of . . . J. H. BECKER, Inc. 59 MAT 1-2148-J SO 1-1173-J MAt. 1-2061 ZDUNIAK BROS. STAN and AL Carpe nters and Builders MATAWAN LUMBER CO. The Friendly Lumber Yard Specialize in Custom Building SUTPHIN AVENUE Cliffwood Ave. Cliffwood, N. J. opp. Freneau R. R. Station 337 Henry St. South Amboy. N. J. Matawan, N. J. Compliments of . . . Compliments of . . . Mr. Mrs. KEYPORT DINER HAROLD H. FOGG Home of Good Foods COMPLIMENTS — of — PLASTIC FINISHES 9-7391 MAt. 1-1891 Geo. D. Fleming, Prop. TOWING Day and Night TEXACO Wrecker Service MATAWAN Welding — Fabricating SERVICE WILLOW BROOK GARAGE WM. B. STEVENSON Acetylene and Electric Welding Fabricating Tanks PORTABLE EQUIPMENT Route No. 34 Holmdcl, N. J. 26 Little St. Matawan, N. J. 60 COMPLIMENTS — of — FARMERS K MERCHANTS NATIONAL HANK MATAWAN, NEW JERSEY Member Federal Reserve System Member Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation OLDEST BANK IN MONMOUTH COUNTY — Established 1830 Compliments of . . . BANAFATOS Cleaners Dyers WILLIAM G. BEDLE SON Real Estate and Insurance 67 MAIN STREET Matawan, N. J. BROAD ST. PARK AVE. Matawan, N. J. KEyport 7-3598 Frank Laughlin FAY SALES COMPANY Office and Warehouse BAYSHORE STATIONERS Stationery - Office Supplies Equipment Morganville, New Jersey 36 WEST FRONT ST. Keyport, N. J. KE 7-5000 HOLLYWOOD Service Station Oil Burners Installed Sc Serviced Gasoline Motor Oil - Fuel Oil ■ Auto Accessories - BROADWAY ROUTE 35 6 Corners Keyport, N. J Compliments of . . . A FRIEND Compliments of . . . YE COTTAGE INN HOSPITALITY and GOOD FOOD For Your Most Exacting Yearbook Requirements... BRADBURY, SAYLES, O’NEILL CO., INC. 219 EAST 44th STREET. NEW YORK 17. NEW YORK BRANCH OFFICE. 120 MILK STREET. BOSTON. MASS. 62 JOHN H. MOLONEY and SON 120 MAIN STREET Matawan, New Jersey 37 FRONT STREET KEYPORT, N. J. Compliments of . . . MR. MRS. FRED IRONS KE 7-0326 Roelof S. Schanck THE BEST IN DAIRY PRODUCTS SCHANCK’S DAIRY Distributor of DECKER’S MILK 134 Maple Place Kcyport, N. J. Compliments of . . . LOTT The Milkman MAt. 1-1032 MAt. 1-2070-M The MORGANVILLE J. ELBRECHT POULTRY FARM Plumbing - Healing R. D. 2, BOX 90 65 RAVINE DRIVE Ludwig Voss Matawan, N. J. Matawan, N. J. 63 Compliments of . . . DR. LOUIS I. PRAGER Optometrist V. HALLERAN Keyport, N. J. Compliments of . . . STANLEY STILLWELL and SON BUILDER APPLEGATES With Best Wishes . . . Atlantic Tile Manufacturing Co. MAT A WAN, N. J. MOSAIC For The Best In Style USE REAL CLAY TILE Subsidiary of THE MOSAIC TILE CO. of Zanesville, Ohio Manufacturers of The Most Complete Line of FLOOR and WALL TILE 64 T. A. PHELAN S GARAGE 182 MAIN STREET Matawan, N. J. Compliments of . . . SCHOU FAMILY MAr. 1-0886-J MAt. 1-0886-J UNIVERSAL HOME HEATING ENGINEER UNIVERSAL HOME BUILDER and REMODELLING SERVICE AMBOY ROAD P.O. Box 102 Matawan, N. J. P.O. Box 102 Matawan, N. J. Edward J. Del Rosso Edward J. Del Rosso Good Luck to the CLASS OF 1954 RYAN BROS. UNITED CIGAR MAIN STREET Marawan, N. J. 65 AL and WARREN RYAN MAc. 1-1013 MAt. 1-2497 Household and Industrial Wiring GEORGE M. HARRIS, Inc. VENA ELECTRICAL CO. Hardware Electrical Contractor Television Service 130 MAIN STREET Marawan, N. J. Matawan Road Cliffwood, N. J. MATA WAN DRUG CO. FIBER CHEMICAL CORP. 176 MAIN STREET CLIFFWOOD, N. J. Compliments of . . . JOHN L. TASSINI AGENCY ROYAL TELEVISION Real Estate and Insurance Sales and Service 117 MAIN STREET MAc. M723-M-2 WESTERN AUTO ASSOCIATE STORE WALTER RIETZKE Dick Kerschner Builder and General Contractor Toys ■ Sporting Goods Auto Accessories ROBERTSVILLE Englishtown, Rd. No. 1 124 Main Street Matawan, N. J. 66 MAt. 1-2468 HI 2-0907 STEPHEN L. GERMANN Plumbing Heating Oil Burners a Specialty R. J. LEVEN DOOKE TRUCKING 1347 WOO DC REST DRIVE Clifford Beach, N. J. Fords, N. J. Compliments of . . . Compliments of . . . Dr. and Mrs. WM. H. PENGEL CLYDE BOWNE, JR. Carpenter and Builder Checsequakc, N. J. Compliments of . . . Captain and Mrs. J. EDGAR WILKINSON, SR. Compliments of . . . MR. and MRS. GALLUCCI 67 Compliments of . . . Compliments of . . . ROLLO TRANSIT CORP. MARLBORO TOOL and MANUFACTURING CO. KEyport 7-0360 MAt. 1-269 TM Compliments of . . . TEDDIE S BARBER SHOP M M APPLIANCES 54 MAIN STREET Matawan, N. J. MAIN STREET Matawan, N. J. COMPLIMENTS — of — (J3etty c Cou jf itne 68 MAt. 1-1613 DANIEL BREWER Building Contractor RD No. 2, BOX 453 Matawan, N. J. Compliments of . . . MRS. ROSE GREENMAN Compliments of . . . MR. MRS. FRANK BANAFATO ROOST LUNCHEONETTE and FAMILY Compliments of . . . MORGAN YACHT BASIN RICHARD N. ALLEN Custom Made Skiffs Morgan, N. J. MAt. 1-2880 - 1-2470 Compliments of . . . MATAWAN - KEYPORT Dr. Mrs. Bowling Recreation Center J. WALLACE McCUE 20 BOWLING LANES 2 Lower Main St. Matawan, N. J. 69 Compliments of . . . BUTTONWOOD MANOR Compliments of . . . ENGINEERED PRECISION CASTING CO. BOX 68 MATAWAN, N. J. KEyport 7-1515 ROLLO TRUCKING CORP. Petroleum and Chemical Transportation KEYPORT, NEW JERSEY Compliments of . . . Compliments of . . . BURLEW’S GARAGE and WALTER GERMAN TRUCKING SERVICE SOuth Amboy 1-0999 70 MATA WAN TOWNSHIP OFFICIALS JOHN MARZ, JR., Mayor STEVEN KALIETA SALVATOR VENA Committee Men ROSE WENZEL, Clerk CHARLIE KELLY JOHN KENNER Tax Collector Tax Assessor MAt. 1-0821 Hllcrest 2-2027 SPRAGUE S OIL SERVICE DR. LESTER MANN Petroleum Wholesaler Optometrist 24 LITTLE STREET 89 SMITH STREET Matawan, N. J. Perth Amboy, N. J. MAt. 1-1770 MARIE’S FARM MARKET Marie Sarabuchello Fruits, Vegetables and Shrubbery Pomeranian and Fox Terrier Kennels Christmas Trees and Trimmings O. K. SALES SERVICE General Auto Repairing VALLEY DRIVE and MAIN ST. Matawan, N. J. ROUTE 4 Matawan, N. J. W. D. OWEN General Sales Representative 71 MAtawan 1-0213 NEW JERSEY MATERIALS CO., Inc. Manufacturers of Vibrapac” Cinder and Concrete Building Blocks VALLEY DRIVE and BROAD STREET Matawan, N. J. Member of National Concrete Masonry Association Alincment Cooling System Specialists MAt. 1-2538 Roy Smith MAtawan 1-3794 A R SHOP, Inc. Bear Auto Safety Service ROUTE 34 Matawan, N. J. MAt. 1-4681 CHAMPION CHEMICAL COMPANY DONALD BORST Milk and Dairy Products Clifford Beach, N. J. BOX 28 Morganville, N. J. CONCOURSE REALTY CO. REALTOR We sell the earth and Insure everything on it. W. L. STEELE President 72 MAtawan 1-1028 RURAL BODY WORKS Refinishing and Repairing RT. 34, CHEESEQUAKE, N. J. R.D. 1, Matawan, N. J. MAtawan 1-1993 - 1-2535 WILLIAM M. STROTHER Contractor and Builder 138 LOWER MAIN ST. MATAWAN, N. J. MAt. 1-3993 MAt. 1-0091 DIETRICH BROS., Inc. Blue Stone, Excavating, Grading, Mason Sand, Gravel MIDWAY MARKET CINDERS and TOP SOIL 277 MAIN STREET New Brunswick Ave. Matawan, N. J. LEANORD STOKES, Prop. SO 1-9777 CIRCLE L RANCH BOICE’S ESSO SERVICENTER Happy Motoring Service Cheescquake, N. J. HWY. 9-4, CHEESEQUAKE R.D. No. 1, Old Bridge, N. J. 73 ARCHITECTURAL TILING COMPANY, INC. KEYPORT, NEW JERSEY MAt. 1-1944 SO 1-9882 G. STEADMAN MARGARETS MIDWAY DINER, Inc. Distributor Home Cooked Meals Forsgate Farm Dairy Products Open 24 Hours 43 SUNSET AVENUE Highway 4-9 Sayreville, N. J. Laurence Harbor, N. J. Margaret Lauterwald, Pres. KE 7-2008 MAt. 1-1886 I. GARBER, Prop. LOUIS S. ROSENTHAL, Optician KEYPORT Jewelers Opticians Credit If Desired GARBER SUPPLY CO. Plumbing Heating Supplies 49 WEST FRONT STREET STATE HIGHWAY 35 Keyport, N. J. Laurence Harbor, N. J. 74 RICHCROFT FARMS DRIVE IN Chicken - Franks - Bar-B-Q - Burgers SELF SERVICE HIGHWAY 9 2 Miles Souch of Browntown MAt. 1-3766 RAPOLLA’S MARKET Choice Meats - Vegetables Wines - Liquors HANK’S SUNOCO SERVICE Washing and Lubrication MAIN HIGH STREETS 2 MAIN STREET Matawan, N. J. Compliments of . . . HUTCHINSON INC. JOHNSON AVENUE Matawan, New Jersey 75 Compliments of . . . MAt. 1-2339 BROWN S ESSO STATION CHEESEQUAKE GARAGE ROUTE 34 HIGHWAY 4 Matawan, N. J. Matawan, N. J. MAt. 1-2656-J MAt. 1-2260 JAMES VENA SON THE TOWN RESTAURANT Plumbing and Heating Oil Burners Installed LENA WELLS. Proprietor 54 LOWER MAIN STREET 179 MAIN STREET Matawan, N. J. Matawan, N. J. MAt. 1-4691 Compliments of . . . ALL-BROS. WOODWORKING CO. Custom Bill Kitchen Cabinets JOHN J. FLOOD Mill work - Formica Tops 13 MAIN STREET Morizio Bros. Matawan, N. J. Compliments of . . . MAt. 1-1682 APPLEGATES MARKET MARZ MASON SUPPLIES MORRISTOWN ROAD Cheesequake, N. J. Matawan, N. J. 76 Compliments of . . . 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