Matawan High School - Pillar Yearbook (Matawan, NJ)

Text from Pages 1 - 97 of the 1956 volume:

MATAWAN REGIONAL H.S. LIBRARY ATLANTIC AVENUE ABERDEEN, NJ 07747 7 e P a y T r i b u t e To Mr. F. Howard Lloyd, Jr., we dedicate this book in appreciation of his kind and understanding guidance during our two years with him. We are grateful for the many extra hours spent on our behalf. Dr) Bones MR. F. HOWARD LLOYD, Jr. Teaches: Junior English, Journalism Advises: Junior Class, Student Council MRS. ELIZABETH M. GITTENS Teaches: Sophomore English Advises: Senior Class, Dramatics MRS. CLARA S. SUGAR Teaches: Vocal Music, Music Appreci. ation. Chorus, Girls' Glee Club Advises: Majorettes MR. JOHN M. HEYER Teaches: Mechanical Drawing Advises: Sophomore Gass MR JOSEPH SUGAR Teaches: Band, Orchestra, Brass Choir Advises: Majorettes, Dance Band, Music Honor Society MR. WALTER R. FLEET, Jr. Teaches: United States History II Advises: Senior Gass, Student Coun- cil, Rod and Gun Club MISS SHIRLEY J. REES Teaches: Biology Advises: Sophomore Class, Biology Club, Cheerleaders 4 ;Wj Merr) Oldmobile Homework MR. ROBERT SHERMAN MISS NAOMI DENNISON Teaches: General Mathematics, Mod- Teaches: Latin, French ern Human Environment Advises: Freshman Class MR. ALBERT LEVINE MISS LAURA H. GORDON Teaches: Bookkeeping, Commercial Teaches: Commercial Typing. Person- Mathematics, Junior Business al Typing Training, Law and Sales Advises: Cheerleaders, Commercial Advises: Sophomore Class, Commer- Club dal Club Take !i Easy MRS. MARY A. DWYER Teaches: Girls’ Physical Education, Girls' Health MRS. MILDRED BENNETT Secretary to Mr. Foster MR. F. HOWARD LLOYD. Sr. Teaches: World History, Business J Mathematics I MR. PAUL J. EVANS Teaches: Boys Physical Education, Health Advises: Director of Athletics, Head r Football Coach, Head Bas- ketball Coach, Block M Club F MRS. DOROTHY WOLVERTON Teaches: Art Advises: Junior Oass, Jun- ior Red Cross Council MRS. FLORENCE OCHS Teaches: Home Economics Advises: Senior Class, Junior Red Cross Council MR. JOHN SHEA Teaches: Algebra I, Algebra II, Solid Geometry, Trigo- nometry Advises: Sophomore Class, Student Council MR. JOHN CARACCIOLO Teaches: Physics, Chemistry Advises: Senior Class, Honor Society MISS CELESTE WENZEL Secretary to Mr. Stetler m-s-'Y MRS. LORETTA M. ANDERSON Teaches: Stenography, Secretarial Prac- tice, Office Practice Advises: Sophomore Gass MRS. LOIS DAVIDSON Librarian Advises: Junior Gass, Library Gub MR. ABRAHAM D. PARNES Teaches: Mathematics, German Advises: Senior Gass, Yearbook, Ger- man Gub I'm Tired Your land and Al) Lind MISS NORMA MONTEMURO Teaches: Senior English Advises: Senior Gass, Senior Guid- ance, Yearbook MRS. MARION C ROMAN School Nurse Teaches: Home Nursing MISS ESTHER BARNARD Teaches: Freshman English MR. RALPH MAURO Teaches: U. S. History I Advises: Homeroom Programs MR. W ALTER DUDLEY Teaches: Industrial Arts Advises: Scenery Gub MR. BRUCE McCUTCHEON Teaches: Applied Science, General Science Advises: Freshman Class, Assistant Football Coach. Assistant Basketball Coach Joan GrbwoM, Mir) Lou Rdriguo, Fa: Sarabucbtllo, Jant � ic, Barbara Knapp T) fills Maiy Lou Carun, Nancy Orr, ZeLna Gutridge, Pat Cupsir, Gloria Prestoa, Ruth McDonald Vrue-ups 8 JAMES NICHOLAS ARACE Jim The Man in the Raincoat College Prep College Uin Ciub; Music Appreciation; Pteiidni, Biology Gub; German Gub; Dramatics; Honor Society; Yearbook Staff; Senior Play BUDDY ANDERSON Red Redhead General Undecided Latin Gub; Biology Gub; Mixed Chorus SERENA ELIZABETH ANDERSON Serena Yellar Cold College Prep Art Teacher Band; Orchestra; Sunlit}- Tun a nr. Honor Society; Music Honor Society; Glee Club; Dramatics; Biology Club; French Club; Music Appreciation; Yearbook Staff MILDRED JOAN AYERS Joanie 5 Foot 2, Ejes of Blue Commercial Telephone Operator ANDREW BOL Andy fust Betrnn Friend! College Prep College Football; Vice President, Senior Class; Student Council; Block M ; German Club 10 ALAN ARNOLD Archie Black Denim Tmari General Undecided Basketball JANE HAINES BOWIE •J.B. I be Variiij Dtj£ Commercial College Qfiuit. Varsity Cbttrlcaders; G.A.A.; Glee Club; Commercial Club; Yearbook Staff; Student Council; Senior Play WILHELMINA ANN BOROWSKY Minnie Lei j Wile Bt Your Umbella Commercial Undecided Glee Club; Commercial Club; Mixed Chorus; Biology Club BARBARA BOS Barb” Lore a Pffliule Commercial Secretary Cr,Majorettes; Library Club; Music Appreciation; Glee Club; Mixed Chorus JOAN MARIE BOYLE J° CJ. jire Commercial Telephone Operator Band; Music Appreciation; Glee Club ALTA VIVIAN BOYCE Alta I Ule Them All Commercial Secretary Music Appreciation CHARLES ARTHUR BROWN Charlie Butcher Bo) General Navy Band; Orchestra; Brass Choir; Trumpet Quartet; Dance Band PHYLLIS CATHLEEN BROWN Bumpy Cm) Rbjtbm Commercial College G.A.A.; J.V. Cheerleader; Statur). Glee Club; Library Ciub RONALD DARWIN CARLSON TV Don't Fme Me In College Prep College Basketball; Track; Football; Prattle� !, Honor Society; Block M ; Latin Club BERNARD WALTER BURLEW Bernie Hiti e i Good Time College Prep Undecided SUSAN CHAPMAN Sue Yon Knew Sum College Prep Cheerleader; Attishut Editor, Yearbook Staff; Glee Club; Dramatics; Tremur. Junior Class; Biology Club; Journalism; Music Appreciation DANIEL FRANCIS CLIFTON Dapper Gee, But You're Swell General Business School Basketball; Baseball; Senior Play 12 I MARY LOUISE CARTAN Shmoo” Mit) Lou General Undecided Majorettes; Yearbook Staff; G.A.A.; Glee Club PATRICIA ANN CUPSIE Pattie Ro l in the Cba Coi Commercial Business School Color Guard; Library Club; Chorus; Glet Club; Music Appreciation; Yearbook Staff; GA.A. DOROTHY MAE CONOVER Dottie 5 d) ai heel ai You Are Commercial Secretary Music Appreciation PATRICIA ANN COSTELLO Par Love Ale or Lean Ale Commercial Undecided Commercia] Club WILLIE DANIELS Willie J. Waltz Ale Around Again, Willie College Prep Medicine Track; Football; Latio Club SUSAN DOM1NY Sue” heel Sue—full You College Prep College Dramatics; Orchestra; journal ism; Music Ap- preciation , Latin dii; Biology Club; G.A.A. FRANCIS GEORGE DROGAN, Jr. Rebel One to Remember General Undecided Football; French Club HARRIET MARGUERITE FARON Chickie'' Hello, Sunshine Commercial Nursing School Glee Club; Future Nurses’ Club; G.A.A.; Junior Red Cross; Girls' Softball Team; Color Guard; Commercial Gub ALICE ANN EGER Eager Beaver I'm Just l7ihl about Hatty Commercial Set retar)' Glee Gub; G.A.A. EUGENE FARIELLO Yogi Take Me Out to the Ball Game General Farming Football; Baseball; Trad; Block M GWENDOLYN DOLORES EDMOND Gwtnic Keep ll Gay Commercial Musician Band; Preside� !, Glee Club; G.A.A. RICHARD E. ERDMANN Richie Open the Door, Richard College Prep College and Navy Latin Club; Football Team; Biology Club GAIL BETH DUNCAN Dunk Whispering Commercial Bookkeeper G.A.A.; Biology Club; Commercial Gub; Dramatics; Music Appreciation IW LESTON KARL FISHER •'Kill I'll Take Yon Home Ami, Kathleen College Prep Engineer AniUtKl EJitor. Yearbook Stiff; Band; Latin Qub; Biology Club JOSEPH JOHN FASSO Face Show Ale the Ifa) lo Co Home General College Football; BjsVetball; Baseball; Library Moni- tor; Block MGoman Club ALLAN FRIEDLAND Rico Moment! lo Remember College Prep College French Qub; German Qub; Glee Club; Bi- ology Qub ROBERT EUGENE FAUST Bob” You'll Sever Walk Alone College Prep Engineer Latin Club; Biology Qub; Music Appreciation ROBERT FUNCHESS '■Satch Sloupoke General Bookkeeper Senior Play; Basketball 15 KATHLEEN MARY FLYNN Kathie Cone Fisbin College Prep College EJitor, Yearbook Staff; Secreto}, Biology Qub; Seereiarj, Junior Class; Latin Qub; Journalism Club � A TODD CLYDE FUNG Fung-gggg Hot Todd) College Prep Navy and College Dance Band; Dramatics; Biology Club; Latin Club; Band; Orchestra; Yearbook Staff; Senior Play; Glee Club; Brass Choir EDWARD HAROLD GASKINS Chuck Edward College Prep Undecided Dramatics; Glee Club; Boys' State: Biology Club VIRGINIA GERMANN Ginnie Ain't Mis-be-hmri Commercial Business School Majorettes; Odor Guard; Music Appreciation; G A A.; Chorus; Library Club ZELMA Gl'TRIDGE Boots Qd fag Doll College Prep College Majorettes; Library Club; Glee Club; Latin Club; Treasttur, Student Council; Junior Red Goss; Yearbook Staff; Dramatics; G.A.A.; Senior Play CHARLES HADDOCK Charlie The Fish Commercial Navy JOAN MARY GRISWOLD Grizz)’ Ain't She Su eet Commercial College G.A.A.; Glee Club; Commercial Club: Varsity Cheerleader; Yearbook Staff; Senior Play; Trejiuur. Senior Class 16 MARALYN HALL Lena” Tbou Swell College Prep Nursing Gltc Club; G.A.A.; Future Nunes' Club; Litin Club BEATEAL HUGHES 'Bea” Be My Baby Bumble Bee Commercial Undecided Trtisurtr. Glee Gub; G.A.A. ARLENE JACKSON Ajax” Sailor Boys Hare Talk to Ale in biglisb General Undecided Cj hix. J.V. Cheerleaders; Student Council; Glee Club; G.A A.; Dramatics GEORGE HICKS Moe Ulle? Man General Electric Company Football; Basketball; Track; Band GLADYS HYRNE Happy Bottom Pistol Packin' Mamina College Prep Katharine Gibbi Student Council; Biology Club; Dramatics; Giee Club; French Club; Journalism; German Club CLIFFORD JOBES Killer You're in the jail House Sou College Prep Marines Football; Latin Gub; German Club 17 RONALD F. JOHNSON Ronnie Henri Tbed's Free College Prep Carpenter German Club BARBARA FRANCES KNAPP Barb You Couldn’t Be Cuter Commercial Undecided Varsity Cheerleader; Vice• President, Com- mercial Cub; Git? Club; Yearbook Staff; Secuta), Senior Class; Senior Play EDGAR LEE KOONS Big Boy I Cel a Kid Out of You General Undecided CHARLES JENS KECK Charlie He), Cood Lookin’ General Agricultural College Football JESSE JOHNSON Jaspn” Smiles Commercial Business College Glee Club SHIRLEY MARIE JONES •'Shirl Goodbye. Little Girl Commercial Telephone Operator Library Club; Biology Club DEBRA LAZOW Debby Tell Me Wb) College Prep Fashion Design Varsity Cheerleader; Honor Society; Senior PIjv; Glee Club; G.A.A. MARILYN KRAKAUER Lactiru Temptation College Prep Undecided Dramatics; Journalism; Glee Club; Music Appreciation; French Club; Latin Club; Bi- oloffl Club INGE LOEW Inge IT nitebar College Prep College Orchestra; Senior Play; Chorus JOHN W ARREN KUHNS Jack fomiri Wild College Prep College President, Student Council; Track; Football; Basketball; Block M CARL D. LUEDERS Carl Old Don juan General Array Glee Club; German Club; Senior Play SHIRLEY ROBERTA LEE Shirley Song of the Dreamer Commercial Undecided G!w Club; G.AA 19 BERNARD E. MEIXNER Doc Everything Happen! to Me General Undecided German Club; Biology Club; Library Monitor THOMAS MAGEE ,ToIn,, Dancing with Someone General Engineering School Band; Football; Basketball; Track; Orchestra; Giit Club; Block M ; Ttaunt, Freshman Class; Tranter, Sophomore Class; Dance Band; Music Appreciation CAROLYN MAY MORRELL Carol PainteJ Picture Commercial Art School GA.A.; Biology Club; Yearbook Staff; Cor- rtsjMtJinf Secteijt). Commercial Club ruth McDonald Rootie Sunny Disposition College Prep Nursing Orchestra; French Club; Biolog)- Club; Futurq Nurses' Club; Glee Club; GA A.; Music Appreciation; Dramatics; Red Goss Council MARY GAIL NELSON Gail I Believe Commercial Secretarial School Glee Club; Music Appreciation; Honor Societ)-; Commercial Club; Red Cross Council 20 FRANK MITCHELL Fats Hard. Ain't it Hard? General Navy Football; Library Monitor VERONA PEELER •'Vet” Strike up the Band General Nurse G!tt Club; Senior Play ROBERT PHELAN Toots Tool—Tool—Tool fie. GooJb)e Commercial Undecided Fooibjll STANLEY EVERETT PARRISH Stan Papa Low Mmbo General Automotive Engineer Football; Track 21 SARA JANE PRICHARD Silly” The Pussj Co! Song College Prep College Dramatics; German Club; Music Appreciation; Journalism; Latin Club ELIZABETH RICE Liz” Fine and Dandj Commercial Nurse Glee Club; G.A.A. RUTH ANN PIZZI ' Pitts” Small Frj Commercial Secretary Music Appreciation JULIA CHRISTINE PLOSKY Hr Laij, Be Coed Commercial Business School Biology dub; Glee Club; Journalism; G.A A.; Commercial Club RICHARD GEORGE PRESSER Potter” I'm Bashful College Prep College Band; Orchestra; Dramatics; Honor Society; Dance Band; Brass Choir; Music Honor Society; Music Appreciation; Latin Club GLORIA RAE PRESTON W Clow Worm College Prep College Varsity Cheerleader; Glee Club; G.A.A.; Yearbook Staff; Student Council; J.V. Cheer- leader; Senior Play; Student Review ELAINE CATHERINE ROSENBOHM Elaine You're m Old Smolhie Cxammcrcial Clerk-Typist Glee CluK; Library Club: Mixed Chorus; Commercial Club; G.A A. JOSEPH JAMES Hej, joe General Senior Play: Dramatics RIZZO Air Force MARY LOUISE RODRIGUES Rod Brown Ejes Commercial Typist Varsity Cheerleader; Glee Club; Commercial Club; Yearbook Staff; Tmmr. Freshman Class; Tran nr, Sophomore Class; G.A A.; Freehold Representative; Senior Play JESSE GRANT SCHARFF ’Twinks” Continental College Prep College Track; German Gub; Biolojty Club W ALTER RENE SUHIRBER Walt Djiiang Mi ] College Prep College German Club; Latin Club; Brolofl Club 23 PATRICIA ANN SARABUCHELLO Shab Angel E)es Commercial Undecided Co-Gptsk Varsity Cheerleaders; G.A.A.; Commercial Club; Glee Club; J.V. Cheer- leader; Yearbook Staff; Freehold Represent- ative CAROL MARIE SEAMAN Carol” Dm) Bo) Commercial Secretary Library Club; Glee Club CAROL ANN SCHNUCK Cookie Thanks For The Memories Commercial Secretary G!tt Club; G.AA.; Mixed Chorus; Biology Club; Commercial Club; Dramatics; Student Review; Senior Play IDELLA SHEPPARD Della” Seventeen College Prep College Senior Play; Red Cross Council; Latin Club JOHN MICHAEL SCULLY Jack A Gtf) Is On) General Undecided Football; Baseball; Bisketball CONSTANCE MAE SICKLES Con I Want to Get Married Commercial Marriage G.A.A.; Secniji). Student Council; Vice P'cii- dm. Junior Class; Red Cross Council; Honor Society; Yearbook Staff 24 JAMES EDW ARD SHEA Jim Red Bank Boogie College Prep Army and College MARJORIE LOUISE SMITH Margie Mane Commercial Undecided French Club; Glct Club; Biokft Cldb; G.A.A.; journalism JOAN MARIE SLEE j« Maine Hjm Commercial Telephone Operator Majorettes; Glee Club; G A A.; Commercial Club; Music Appreciation; Senior Play; Student Review ANN LOUSE SORBERA Angie' Cel Hupp) Commercial Business School Color Guard; Gkt Club; G.A.A. ANN LOUSE SMITH Susie Annie. Cel Your Cun Commercial Secretary Gonercul Club; Latin Club; History Club JOSEPH SOVATHY Joe Crazy Olio College Prep Undecided Dan:e Band; Choir 2b SEYMORE FAIRCHILD SMITH Snuff” The Happf Wanderer College Prep College Track; Senior Play; Student Fund Show WILLIAM MITCHELL STROTHER Bill” You're I be Tops College Prep Undecided President, Senior Class; Football; Track; Honor Society VIRGINIA LEE TUNE Ginger” 5 . Louie Blues Commercial Secretary Maioiettcs; Senior Play; Music Appreciation; Library Club; Glee Club LAWRENCE JOHN TOMASILLO Mart)” I Whistle 1 Hd[ f ) Tune General Carpenter EDWARD HARRY SUTTON Eddy As ibe Yew Co Bj Commercial Navy DANIEL JAMES VANDERBILT, JR. Booney Dtiiiel Boone College Prep College Football; Baseball; Basketball; Track; Vice- President. Honor Society; President. German Club; President, Freshman Class; Yearbook Staff; Block W Club CHLOE ANN TOURINE Butch Ale and Mj Tedd) Bear Commercial Undecided GAA. DOROTHY LOUISE VINJE Lou hunt Commercial Art School GAA.; Studeo: Council; Glee Club CHARLOTTE WALTER Charlotte Because You’re You Commercial Office Work GAA. RONALD CHARLES VAN MEERBEKE Ronnie Homework College Prep Mechanical Engineer NADINE WALKER Dtnet The Bel! Bottom Blues Commercial Beautician library Club; Color Guard; Musk Appreci- ation; Vitt-Ptesultni, Student Council; Year- book Staff; G AA.; Glee Club LILLIAN SELMA WATHINGTON 'Tootie Marnk Bah) Commercial Typist library Club; Glee Club; GAA EDWARD LANKF1ELD WESTON Ed Kitten on the Keys College Prep College Biology Club; Orchestra JOSEPH W ILLIAM ZAHN 'V Bright htf)lf and Blond-Haired Women College Prep College Basketball; Bad; Dace Band; Orchestra; Brass Choir; Music Honor Society 28 Concerto of '5G The first part of our concert began in 1952, about the same time Autumn Leases were falling. During the overture, we struck the correct note with the faculty and hi into the harmony of school activities. Conductor Danny Vander- bilt and Conccrtmaster Joe Kelly led us that first year, which seemed to fly by in quick-time. Mary Lou Rodrigues kept our records, while Tom Magee handled oar bank notes. The Freshman Dance, a melodious blend of music, pastel colors, and soft lights, was the highlight. During summer intermission, we tuned up tor the next portion of the show. The year l954-'55 reached a new crescendo of events as our concert continued. Those who carried the melody during Part Three of our presentation were Ronnie Orison, Connie Sickles. Kathie Flynn, and Susan Chapman. Through our concerted efforts, we raised funds for our future activities with a chorus of sales. The most important of these, our Christmas card salt, was very profitably carried out to the tune of ingle Bells. In Match, our Irish Eyes Were Smiling as we gave the Saint Patrick's Day Dance. However, the climax of the year was the Junior Prom, a rhapsody of midnigpt-blud skies and silver Stardust given in McGuire's Grove. The tempo quickened somewhat in '5}-'54. We set many records in the activities in which we participated. Now that the show had started, we were no longer nervous, and we moved along in an easy rhythm. Joe Kelly picked up the baton, while Mary Lou Rodrigues and Tom Magee kept their positions on the staff. I'm Gonna Sit Right Dm and Write Myself a Letter was the song in our hearts during our stationery sale, which was very successful. There were several minor notes in our scale of activities, with the major chord being the Sophomore Dance. We were eagerly looking forward to the second half of our presentation. Our final year was a symphony of hard work and bustling activities. Maestro Bill Strother, assisted by Andy Bol, Barbara Knapp, and Joan Griswold, kept us in the groove. Carol Schnuck. accompnied by a committee of volunteers, managed the football concessions. The arrival of our class rings and senior pictures brought us a measure of happiness. The Christmas intermission was ushered in by our colorful Senior Dance. We dipM our part toward the success of the senior play, Problem Father. The Washington trip provided a release valve for our high spirits, and a good time was had by all. In June came the long-awaited Grand Finale - Graduation — when the curtain closed on our long performance. Connie Sickles leaves Mr. Lloyd, Jr. to anyone who needs a pep talk. To Mr. Fleet is left a little weight, easily spared by Andy Bol. Alta Boyce, Dorothy Conover, and Shirley be leave their steno homework to Antoinette Siano, Frances Taber, and Janice Royster. Gwen Edmond and Nadine Walker, after careful consideration, leave their false teeth to Roger Mitter and Betty Ann Kahrs, respectively. Ronnie Johnson feels he should leave his sensible laugh to Ken Hickey, while Judy Plosky bestows hers upon Dolores Fuentes. Jim Arace and Willie Daniels gladly part with their cabinets in chemistry lab, which they leave to next year's lucky seniors. Mary Lou Rodrigues gives her hidden talents to anyone who can find them. Bill Strother bequeaths a picture of Ronnie Carlson to Pat Angelo. Martha Borowsky, George Duncan, and John Germann are left with the intellectual abilities of their sisters, W'ilhelmina Borowsky. Gail Duncan, and Virginia Germann. Tom Morris will be the recipient of a neckerchief, left to him by Joan Boyle. Silence in the library is left to Mrs. Davidson, after the departure of Richard Erdmann. Carolyn Morrell donates her science-fiction boob to any future enthusiast. Joseph Beal is given a helping hand by Beateal Hughes and Edgar Koons, who donate to him five points each. Carol Schnuck willingly leaves to some future senior her ability to manage football concessions. Bobby Dietz receives from Jack Scully a peaceful plot in the cemetery. Carolyn Hascman inherits Serena Anderson’s glockenspiel. A broken ankle is left to anyone who goes sleigh-riding when there is no snow by Debra Lazow. Bernie Burlew gladly donates the seventy pounds he lost to Kenny Williams. Carl Lucdcrs, Alan Arnold, and Joan Ayers offer their ability to skip eighth period to anyone lucky enough to get away with it. Ronnie Van Meerbeke leaves his memories of two years with the winning school to anyone else who leaves K.H.S. for M.H.S. Seymour Smith and Inge Loew give their respective accents to Miss Dennison and Mr. Parnes. Verona Peeler grants her ability to do the cha-cha to Delia Lee. Marilyn Krabuer bestows upon Mr Lloyd, Jr. her talent for doing a wild mambo. Nina Jiosne is left Pat Cupsie’s ability to drop the flag at football games. Walter Schirber and Richard Presser leave their good manners to some ill-mannered student. Todd Fung donates his photographic equipment to anyone interested in getting into games free. Ruth McDonald offers her handwriting to any teacher who can decipher it. Stanley Parrish leaves his broad-jumping ability to Otis Wathington, Jr. From now on, Steve Alikas and Mr. Evans will be eating Alan Friedland’s kosher pickles. Bernie Meixner’s scuffed shoes are left to all the girls who stepped on them. Joe Rizzo leaves his acting ability (which he claims he never had) to Frankie Banafato. Louise Vinie leaves her ability to stall a car to Colleen Farrell. Joe Zahn gladly hands over his old dance-band music to anyone who goes back that far. Frank Drogan sadly parts with his coordination, which he leaves to Mel Vreeland. Evelyn Kirkpatrick is gifted with Ann Sorbera’s small feet. Joan Griswold bestows her ability to have parties after basketball games to any cheerleader who has the courage. Robert Park retires his dance-band seat to Joe Peters. To Steve Alikas are left Gene Fariello’s good looks, Joe Fasso’s nose, Buddy Anderson’s loud voice, and Grant Scharffs personality. Mary Lou Cartan thoughtfully leaves to Mrs. Wolvcrton a box of tissues tor her hay fever. Judy Trout is gifted with Arlene Jackson’s ability to drive into trees Robert Phelan and Ed Gaskins donate the Times and Tribune book reviews to the seniors of 57 . Robert Funchcss leaves all his love to Betty Hodges. Gladys Hymr shares her nickname “Harpy Bottom with any girl named Glad-ys. Charles Haddock, George Hicks, and Edward Sutton give their scholarly ambition to the freshman class Ronnie Carlson hesitatingly gives Tom Welstcad his way with the girls. A little of Bobby Wilson’s height (about two feet) is given to'Henry Elliot. Chloe Ann Tourinc hands down her dusty grass skirts to Jane Anderson. Mr. Shea is heir to the smiles of Charles Brown, Susan Dominy, Lillian Wathington, and Sally Prichard. Idella Sheppard. Maralyn Hall, and Zelma Gutridge bequeath their good behavior to any needy junior. To up-and-coming Joseph Wallace is willed some height by Harriet Faron. Mr. Fleet is left the steady hand and good handwriting 0' Danny Clifton and Barbara Knapp, respectively. Larry Tomasillo gives his old projects to Mr. Dudley. Carol Seaman offers her long walk to the school bus every morning to Muriel Routh. Danny Vanderbilt leaves his knee brace to hold any freshman in line. Lucile Young, Joan Slee, Ruth Ann Pizzi. and Shirley Jones give their various talents in history class to the juniors. Phyllis Brown’s ability to pop gum in class is passed on to Betty Hodges. Dave Tuttle acquires Cliff Jobes’ duck call (given to him by Ken Bruder). Charles Keck and Ed Weston bestow their farmers licenses upon Jack Miller and George White. Karl Fisher donates his flat-top haircut to Bob Zielinski. Kathie Flynn bequeaths Mrs. Wolvertons patience with her to any needy student. Charlotte Walters and Rosanne Parisi generously lend their typing skill to next years typing class. Tom Magee’s senior ring will be found around Muriel Baker’s neck. Gloria Preston and Susan Chapman leave their places on the Varsity Chccrlcading squad to Iris Wooley and Marilyn DiSanto. Joe Sovathy returns his used dar.ce-band music to Mr. Sugar. Jane Bowie hands over to the next cheerleading captain her well-worn book. Jack Kuhns passes his quiet voice on to Paul Mandcville. Pat Costello generously offers her ability to get to school on time to any freshman. Louis Armour inherits an ability to draw from Jesse Johnson. Dolores Falco becomes heir to Nancy Orr's long hair. Pat Sarabnchello gives all freshmen her ability to trip up the stairs in the morning. Nancy Brandig.m becomes heir to Virginia Tune’s ability to eat four sandwiches at lunch. Barbara Bos bequeaths her majorette uniform to the next captain. Elizabeth Rice, Gail Nelson, and Ann Smith pass .on their quietness to their sisters, Janice, Donna, and Carolyn, respectively. Alice Eger and Robert Faust give their expired driving permits to any beginning driver who needs a little more time. Margie Smith leaves her ability to get homework done to Pat Bukowcseck. Kurt Bjrowsky happily beo mes heir to Elaine Rosenbohm’s front seat in Mr. Pames' room. Frank Mitchell leaves his crutches to the janitors for firewood. W A S H I Hotel Annapolis, here we come, from the blizzards of Matawan to the blossoms (?) of Washington . . . Everyone here? . . . oops —call out the National Guard. Snuffy’s lost in the Men’s Room! . . . Girls, those Ohio boys came here to see Washington ... Pat Costello, Mrs. Bennett is a swell chaperone, but no need to get down on your hands and knees . . . Kinda cold for throwing all this water around, isn't it? . . . And just 'cause there's no snow down here, fights with wads of wet tissue paper are not fair —they don’t look so good on the walls, either... AT EASE, MEN! ... It was gallant of you to rescue Ann's do-dad from Jack, Danny . . . Gene is making up for the past eighteen years, don’t you think so, Nadine?. . . Virginia, will you please get away from those elevators — and put some clothes on! . . . rrrrrrrrring — Good morning, it’s six o'clock ... Do you always brush your teeth with shaving cream, Jack? . . . MR. FLEET, WHAT WILL MISS REES THINK? (Marilyn, behave yourself) ... All right, Fricdland, give up the gun . . . Debby, is there any boy in this hotel you don't know? . . . That smile looks nice, Mr. Shea . . . Come one, come all to little Las Vegas on the fourth floor . . . Have your explanations ready yet, Gladys and Bob P.? . . . At least Ruthie and Bob F. don't have that problem . . . Girls, will you flm put down those pipes. That green color isn't becoming . . . PICK UP THOSE GOOSE QUILLS. YOU FEATHER MERCHANTS. ONE BY ONE! ... I guess that’ll teach you to show off your spinal operation, Susan . . . Enjoy the show on Bus 2, girls? . . . Don't worry Buddy, Karl and Kathie won’t charge loo much for those negatives . . . House detectives to set James Shea. Oiling James Shea, (uh-oh) ... Bus leaving for Wilmington and all points south on Track Seven-SHUT THAT ) • ” £ WINDOW! . . . Charlie, A what's this we hear about you and Rod having a battle?. . . Looks like TWA is finally giving in —don't push, girls . . . Hey, Mom, enjoy having such a big family? . . . Sing another on? fellows - sounds terrifiic . . . Oh. we can come into the night club. We re married. (Since when, Tutti and Stanley?) ... If we piled all the tobacco in one room that Richard P. smoked, we’d never find our way out of the ashes . . . O.K.. Room 405, Hof squirting thus mustard! . . . Then there's the poor guy who, after spending one sleepless night on our door, asked, Arc you sure you didn’t say you come from Matteawan, New York? . . . Polygamy is against the law, Lucders. . . What did we see at Annapolis? —West Point cadets! ... As we look at our poor, calloused feet ten years from now, we can proudly say, They got that way from climbing the Washington Monument.” . . . Hev, Fasso, why ya lookin’ so glum? . . . Just put a mike near Drogan and he becomes a professional ham. (not bad, huh, Glo) . . . Billy and Barbara, why are you jumping every time the phone rings? . . . Well, here we are, back in good old Watawan . . . Maybe tonight we’ll even sleep . . . Can't find my suitcase . . . Here I am, Ma, over here . . . Any- body see a brown glove?. . . Don't forget your Chem. on Monday . . . Oops, watch the ice . . . Good night, now ... See ya later, alligator.. . TJ’lmi. Thanks For The Memories We, the Gass of '56, thank you, Mr. Caracciolo, Mr. Parnes, Miss Montemuro, Mrs. Gittens, Mr. Fleet, and Mrs. (X'hs, for the wonderful guidance you have given to us during our last year at Matawan. Mr. Abraham Parnes, Mr. John Caracciolo. Miss Norma Montemuro, Mrs. Elizabeth Gittens, Mrs. Florence Ochs, Mr. Waiter Fleet. i Silver Stardust Junior From: The class of '56 held its junior prom, entitled Silver StarJet, at McGuire's Grove. It was the first prom to be held out of the high school in many years. There were approximately 200 people attending, in spite of the fact that it was Friday the 15th. The decorations, which were put up by the Juniors, were silver and mid- night blue with silver stars hanging from the ceiling. Music was provided by Walt Staeger's band. During the evening many couples could be seen tour, ing the grove. The girls glided along in their gowns, and the boys looked very stately in their tuxedos and white dinner jackets. Refreshments were send, and hats and coats were checked by the class of '57. The most exciting event of the night came toward the end of the evening. This was the crowning of the king and queen, Edith Olmstead and Harold Delta. SWttj: Peter Hallock, Edith Olmstead, Qitua; Harold Dietz, Kigf ; Arthur Abbaria. Stated: Eleanor Wumke, Jjnicc Hahn, AiUshtlt. her. (omtilee: Zcfoi Gut- ridge, Susan Chapman, Re- fulbnnti; Kathie Flynn, Ronnie Orlsoo, Chiimtn, Bill Strother, Dtmiinj . Mr. F. Howard Lloyd, Jr.. Mrs. Lois Davidson, Mr. Ralph Mauro, Mr. P. Judson Evans, Adiison. Double Dating Dmalitg (omilta. � %: B:l! Strother, Bob Phelan, Richard Erdmann, Bob Wilson. Ronnie Carlson, Seymour Smith. Karl Fisher, Bob Faust, Serena Anderson, Linda Long, Susan Chjpman. Zilira Gutridge, Mr. F. Howard Lloyd, Jr., Adwor. StJtid: Mary Lou Caftan, Joan Sltr. Debra Lazow, Joan Griswold, Pat Sarabucheilo. Gmny Tune, Jane Bowie, Gail Duncan. Carolyn Morrell. Arlene Jackson Jim Arace Connie Sickles Most Courteous Gwen Edmond Danny Vanderbilt Most Athletic Richard Presser Gail Nelson Sbjest Steve Fedele Zelma Gutridge Best Dressed Tom Magee Marilyn Krakauer Best Dutcers Jack Kuhns Joan Griswold Cutest Couple Charles Keck Barbara Bos Best Looking Kath e %nr HoitliU Cabins )10 Succeed N. Geo'rf % SENIOR PLAY This year's senior play, Problem Father, was a great success and enjoyed by all. Problem Father concerned a man who believed that all the sicknesses in the world are caused by wrong posture. His theory was that everyone should walk on all fours in order to cure the ills of mankind. He embarrassed his family so much that his children, Ken and Barbara, threatened to leave home. However, he finally convinced his family and the whole town that his theories were sound. UPPER left: Mrs. Gillens urges the players on. LOWER lejl: Barbara and Ken decide to lease home due to jalbeEs crazy ideas. UPPER right: Doctor Van Ouen speaks to the members of the Sunshine Club on Sunshine in Our Daily living!' LOWER right: Sheldon Wentworth. Problem Father. interrupts his ui e's club meeting as he passes through the room. The leading roles were played by: Todd Fung-fathcr, Mr. Wentworth; Susan Dominy-his wife, Emily; Seymour Smith—his son, Ken; Pat Sarabuchcllo-their daughter, Barbara; Gloria Preston-his mother-in-law, Mrs. Bywater; Gladys Hyrne-the maid, Lulu; Richard Erdmann -Uncle George; and Joe Rizao-Frcd Thorpe. An excellent supporting cast contributed in making Problem Father a success. The play was directed by Mrs. Elizabeth Gittcns. Thomas WcLsiead President, Junior CL Ann Chamberlain President, Sophomore Class Peter Bennett President, Freshman Class 38 The Class of ’58, the sophomores, have been very active in school activities. Many class members joined the biology- dub, Yfoloib (biology spelled backwards). This is strictly a sophomore organization, advised by Miss Shirley Rees. The class sponsored a dance entitled Gay Faree. The walls of the gym were decorated with sidewalk cafe scenes, the Eiffel Tower, and ether French sights, which created an appropriate Parisian atmosphere. The class officers worked closely with their advisors: Mrs. Elizabeth Gittens, Mrs. Loretta Anderson, Miss Shirley Rees, Mr. John Heyer, Mr. Albert Levine. Bsd mit: Joseph Coward, Paul Maodeville, Tom Savage, Martin Witkowsky. Kttineth Hickey, Frank Cuiauu, John Lee, George Wolff, William Regan. John Garguik), Earl Gregory, Joseph Mitchell. Joel Mkkaylo. Jack Miller. Don Schwamb. Roger Matter, Otis Wathingtoo, Edward Jocks. Dieter Johnsoo. Third m: Gail Jones, Janice Callander, Audiy Honing. Carol Toth, Delia Lee, William Fields, Joseph Joist . Walter Faron, Robert Podusb, Thomas Holmes. Fred Parrish. Clarence Edrr.cnd. Susan McDonald, Anne Chamberlain, Lynn West, Pat Morey, Carol Roser, June Lighty. Thomas Jacksoo. Ssmd tor. Peggy Willard, Joann Merwin, Douglas CUii Often: Irene Mackey, Stere y, Renee Doak. btuurtt; Marilyn Di- Santo, Viu-htiUtti. Krogh. Martheoe Watson, Elsie Bennett, Percy Sundstrom, Gayle Hauser, Sonia Heiser, Irene Mackey, Laurence Donnelly. Rene Doak, Ann McDowell, Frances Loscor, Pat McCormack, Marjorie Costello, Marilyn DiSanto, Evelyn Kirkpatrick, Eleanor Garguik), Ann Molnir, Stanley Bilicki. Fin: m: George Duncan, William Peakman, James Cosgrove, Nancy Boylan, Ellen Stanton, Dorthea Wilkins, Arlene Oppiai. Donna Raffa. Carol Anderson, Bertha Merricks. Jane Anderson, Patrick Brzizniak, Henry Elliott, Jane Conover. Thelma Smith, Kay Hockenbary, Gail Gethard, Colleen Farrell, Shirley Provasnik, Betty Am Kahrs. Bui row: Anicll Milinconico. Robert Henderson, Richard Hecser. Martin Giiixci, Arthur Hahn. Gri Stephens, Bobby Gaft, Punts Peeler, Roland Matter, Joseph Walter, Edward Norberg, Thomas Meruel, John Paul Blahota, James Wilson, Richard Nusbaum, Anthony Gallo, Dennis Murray. Neil Scully, Martin Maciag, John Lorenzo, Martin Lauterwald, Rebecca Redman. Foaiih row: Joseph Dane, Richard Jackson, Joan Mukrone, Barbara Kuna, Joan Yates, Janeth Rice, Janice Pazicnza, Iris Woolley, Virg-ma Kuhns, Leslie Lockwood. Ann Marie Vas, Patricia Helms, Sophie Sokowski, Joan Gntoni, Dune Hcycr, Peggy Smith, Verna Ellison, Anne Skupski, Sara Cottrell, Lynn Tuttle, Lily Best, Judy Meny. Third row: Angelo DiGregorio, Joseph Sokowski, Jamie Dark, Eric Borowskv, Robert Gtherwood, Walter Olson. Wayne Marz. Joan Hinds, Helene Xiques, Shirley Russell, Susan Lee, Judy Rice, Helen Gregory, Rcbertha Suber, Maria Maccia, Veronica Mcnzcl, Patricia Jastrab, William Meier, Joseph Grifith, Thomas Dejesus, Ray Goldfaden, George Munna, Arne Kalm3, Barbara Rosato, Judith Meeker. Secoxd row: JoAnn Cusick, Patricia Bukowczyk, Martha Borowsky. Patricia Mullaney, Barbara Mitchell, Janice Gasman, Donna Nelson, Mary Cunnell, Charlotte Oilier, Dale Golasjewski, Viola Hall, Patricia McGnn, Maureen Dennis, Eileen Fagan, Robert Stone, Frank Anderson, Mariette Harrison, Ann Grimaldi. Elizabeth Ege, Grace Ddlapietro, Edith Ellison. Nancy Bratvdigon, Margaret Rankl, Patricia Schuber, Peter Mauer, Rosemarie Hunter. First row. Beverly Hall, Elaine Williams, Lob Ludewig, Janet Bol, Patricia Thompson, Kay Koisa, Edward Kelley. Thomas Wood, Ernest Frazier, Glen Trout, Leon Holmes, Robert Honcyman, Alton Enin, Douglas Kenner, Robert Kelder, George Cevasco, Paul Barrett, Roger Beeman, Arthur Haddock, Michael Quick, Wilma Willard, Marie Peterson, Agnes Rosato, Grol Phy, Anne Hansen, Patricia Watson, Joseph Wallace. The Freshman Class, the newest members of Matawan High School, first joined us in September, 1955. At first they were quite confused. However, they soon became accustomed to high school life and began to organize. In November, the freshmen held a meeting and elected their officers, who skillfully managed the business of the class. They were assisted by their advisors: Mr. Jack Shea, Chairman; Miss Naomi Dennison, Mrs. Esther Barnard, and Mr. Bruce McCutcheon. In June the class sponsored the last dance of the year, the Freshman Dance. The Junior Class has had a busy year. They began by selling Christmas cards, a traditional privilege of the Juniors. The profits, along with those made in their first two years, will be saved for their Washington trip. On March 16, the class gave the highly successful Saint Patrick's Day Dance. They also sponsored the biggest event of the year, the Junior Prom, which was held in honor of the seniors. Mr. F. Howard Lloyd. Jr. Mrs. Lois Davidson, Mr, Ralph Mauro, Mrs, Dorothy Wolverton and Mr. Walter Dudley were the class advisors. Bid m: Kenneth Williams, Louis Armour, Seth Honeyman, Hal Meyers, James Burlew, Joseph Lester, Robert HowarJson, William Martin. Raymond Colot, James Kudrick. Robert Deitz, Steve Alikas. Fifth m Thomas Morris, Robert Nicol, John Coon, Robert Bennett, Richard Wcnner, Kurt Borovsky, Ted Shafto, Douglas Dietrick, William Yuhasz, Frank Johnston. George DeCosta. Matthew Kelly. Fourth row: Robert Gold, Robert Costello, Fred Matter, Kenneth Woolley, Robert Zielinski, Harold Dodson, Richard Faridlo, Valmond Belanger, John Wagner, limes Vena. George Ellison, Richard Lewieki, Joseph Peters. Thin! m. Edward Mirks. George White, Jmes Benner, Ruth Mukronc, Phillis Kramer, Linda Tilton. Kathryn Krimmell, Jean Wikhek, Ruth Crawford, Bernice Szymanski. Catherine McDowell, Nancy Bowie, Dolores Falco, Carolyn Smith. Setond m : Janet Morgan, Susan Miller, Nancy Nau, Patricia Pizzi, Muriel Baker, Patricia Angello. Judy Trout, Antoinette Jiosne. Joan Maresca, Joan Lemirie, Phyllis Kavcner, Joan Gray. First row: Gail Mtny, Margaret Collins, Patricia Flynn, Marie Ehlers, Dolores Fuentes, Betty Hodge, Lizzie Davis, Ruth Rice, Janice Royster. Mary Coughlin, Linda Johnson. Frances Taber, Antoinette Messina, Julia Crone. Robert Nicol Vice-President The football team concluded a very successful 1955 campaign with a record of four wins, two losses, and one tie. The first two games were im- pressive: they defeated Neptune and Point Pleasant. Matawan's record was marred when they dropped the games with Ewing Township and R.B.C. and tied Rumson. The team finished the season Not by Brahms, or Bach, or Beethoven, but by the M. H. S. Football Team! Matawan Neptune 18 Point Fleasam 8 Rumson 0 Red Bank Catholic 6 Ewing 13 Atlantic Highlands 12 Kejport 13 foe Fasso Guard Opp. 2 o o 20 38 6 6 Steve Fcdele Fkllkxk Suding: Andy Bo!, Melvin Vreeland, Tom Magee, Frank Mmget. Kittling: Clarence Edmond, Carmen Parisi, Drogan, Louis Armour, Joe Fasso, Robert Phelan, Gene Purvis Peeler, Joel Mickarlo, Harold Dodson, Steve Fedele, Faridlo, Richard Lewicki, Tom Savage, Bobby Martin, Danny Vanderbilt, Paul Mandeville, Frankie Banafato, Bobby Dietz, Ronnie Carlson. 3? P ZT -' f y • M? V'- E. I o ASLi 2i. | J -'A-f A,'% O - j k 4 Tom Magee hid V SCHEDULE Matawan Opposing Team 40 — 75 Red Bank Catholic 81—65 Jamesburg 67 — 61 Toms River 64 — 42 Hoffman 45 — 50 Point Pleasant 50 — 51 Kcyport 35 — 44 Rumson 58 — 62 Atlantic Highlands 75 — 59 Hoffman 56 — 59 Point Pleasant 58 — 50 Keyport 58 — 60 Rumson 48 — 45 Atlantic Highlands 75 — 56 Red Bank Catholic 71 — 62 Jamesburg 56 — 58 Atlantic Highlands This year’s basketball squad had a terrific rtvord to defend. Besides being pressured by last season's successes, the team was plagued by a lack of reserves. The seven boys that played in the majority of the Huskies' games battled to the end of the schedule for the championship, which wasn’t de- cided until the last game. Although the Matawan High School Huskies were not champions, their strong spirit and hard work brought the season to a close with an esteemed record of eight victories and seven defeats. Joe Fasso smashed the MHS scoring record with a total of 319 points in the 16 games of the 1955-56 campaign. The previous record of 307 points in the 21 games of the 1954-55 season wa set by Bill Utter. Varsity. Gcthiit umd bsiktibdl: Tom Magee, Danny Vanderbilt, Ronnie Carlson, Joe Fasso, Jack Scully, Steve Alikas. David Smith, Richard Wenncr, Louis Armour, John Coon, Robert Nicol. Block M . Stadiaf. Danny Vanderbilt, Joe Fasso, George Hicks, Jack Kuhns, Andy Bol. Kaediag: Eugene Faridlo. Steve Fedck, Ronnie Carbon, Tom Magee. Junior Varsity. Sliding: Robert Nicol, Richard Warner. Joseph Crane, Louis Armour. Aniell Maliaconko, John Coon, Purvis Peeler, Grant Scharff, AUuger. Knuliag: Frank O'Neill, Neil Scully, Peter Bennett, Dieter Johnson. Joseph Joisne, John Tomasillo. Boiim m Jjck Kuhns, Ronald Carlson, Grant Scturn, Seymour Smith, Bill Strother, Tom Magee, joe Sovathy. SmkJ m: John Oracciolo, Cad. Dave Smith. Louis Armour. Janies Beontr, Ken Hickey. Robert Costello, Ken Williams, Tom Welstead. Third row: Tomas Dt|«us. Pervis Peeler, Gene Edmonds. Paul Mandeville, Harold Dodson, Glen Trout. Fourth row: James Cosgrove, Miapr. Many of the top competitors of last year's track squad graduated and left behind a team that needs much rebuilding. The suc- cess of the '56 track squad depends upon the returning lettermen: Ronnie Orison. Bill Strother. Grant Scharff. Danny Van- derbilt. Louis Armour, Hal Dodson, Tom Magee, and Jack Kuhns. The return of Kuhns, the top point winner of the '55 season, adds to the certainty of a successful season for the 1956 squad. It is hoped that newcomers to the track team will give the team depth in each event. Because last year's team won laurels in each encounter, the team this season has a goal to reach for: Victory at every meet! SCHEDULE April 18 Point Pleasant..........Kevport 21 Bridgeton Relays..........Bridgeton 25 Manasquan.............. Manasquan 27 Univ. of Penn Relays. Franklin Field 28 Univ. of Penn Relays. Franklin Field May 2 Rumson........................Home 5 Monmouth-Ocean County Meet, Asbury Park 9 Middletown................Leonardo 12 Long Branch Relays.. Long Branch 16 Neptune..................... Neptune 19 Shore Conference Championships. Red Bank 23 OPEN 26 Montclair Invitation .... Montclair 29 Toms River and Kevport, Toms River June 2 N.J.S.I.A.A. Meet . Rutgers Stadium 44 SCHEDULE The baseball turn of '56 shows tremendous pos- sibilities, since nuny of last season's veterans have returned to the line-up. The Huskies' batting strength, in the personnel of Joe Fasso. Gene Fari- ello, Danny Vanderbilt, Steve Alikas, and Bobby Dietz, continues to be excellent and should greatly contribute to the team's success. The only possible loophole would be in the pitching staff, as all of the Huskies' pitchers grad- uated last year. However, several new prospects arc- being developed. With some work and effort on the part of each individual player, the team has a good chance of winning. lake Out to theMlgme” BoUok m: Danny Vanderbilt, John Coon. Robert Gold. Robert Deitz, Joe Fasso. Gene Fariello. Sued m: Otis W'athington, Deiler Johnvo. Rkbird Weoner, Robert Nicol, Richard Fariello,. Steve Alikas. Ihiri v r. Andrew Dorak, Cexb, Peter Bennett, duties Jones, Richard N'usbaum. Neil Scully. Theodore Wathington. April 17 Rumson......................... Away April 24 Atlantic Highlands..............Home April 27 Point Pleasant ................ Home May 1 South Amboy..................... Away May 4 Keyport .........................Home May 8 Rumson..........................Home May 11 Atlantic Highlands ............. Away May 15 Point Pleasant ................. Away May 18 South Amboy.....................Home May 22 Keyport........................ Away Varsity Squad, lx ear. Kathy McDowell, Muriel Routh. Mary Lou Rodrigues, Gloria Preston, Barbara Knapp, Joan Griswold. Susan Chapman, Joan Lenuire, Dtbby Lazov. Ok lender: Pat Sarabuchclk), CoGptiix; Jane Bowie, Gfiiia. CHEEllLEADEflS The Matawan High School cheerleaders are divided into two squads, Varsity and Junior Varsity. Early in March, girls interested in chetrleading begin to practice for the May try-outs. They are chosen by the faculty on the bases of personality, character, poise, marks, and attitude. The Varsity girls cheer at the football games, and both squads cheer for the basketball teams. They also perform for the student body during assemblies. There are many annual events participated in by the cheerleaders which include: a trip to New York for dinner and to see a Broadway show, a mother and daughter banquet, a cheerleaders' banquet, and a cheerleaders' workshop with representatives chosen fom all sections of New Jersey. Funds for these many activities are raised through holding food sales, sponsoring a dance, and selling candy and various school boosters. Miss Laura Gordon Aii'iior Jayvees. Center. Pat Angello. Co- Gptux; Arlene Jackson, Qftiin. Around (iule: Lizzie Davis, Frances Loscoe, Marilyn DtSanto, Gril Mein-' zer. Nina Rosato, Phyllis Kavcner. Connie Sickles, SmHsrj; Teddy Sbfto, Zelma Gutridge, Mr. F. Howard Lloyd, Jr., Minor, Jack Kuhns, Pt emit nr Andy Bol, Jaoe Bowie, Gloria Preston. STUDENT COUNCIL Tlur Student Council represents the student body. The Council’s function is to perform those duties necessary to the regulation and guidance of student activities and to represent the students to the administration. One of the Student Council’s annual projects is to arrange the Dance Schedule for the school year. In doing this, careful consideration is given to other activities, such as football, basketball, and track. Suggestions and rules as to how these dances should be run are also made up by the Council. Other projects of the Council include conducting assemblies, class elections, and sponsoring a Christ- mas Grd Box each year for the whole school. Representatives from each class and four olfkers chosen from the senior class compose the Council, which meets weekly to discuss student problems. The members are chosen each year by their individual classes. The student body elects the officers for the Council. This year, in addition to its other activities, the Student Council conducted a Clean-up Campaign to maintain a cleaner school. Pe gy Collins, Arlene Jackson, Mr. Walter Flctt, Ah not: Nadine Walker, Viu-P'tmleKS. Mr. John Shea. Minot, Muriel Routh, Robert Nicol, Bobby Costello. Send: Joe South- , Marilyn Di$3nto, Frances Lose . Mr. John CaraccWo, Mina; Ren Cirlion, Bill Strother, Jim Arace, Danny VanderWi, Rirhird Pimr. SetttJ: Gail Xcboo, Connie Sickle� , Debra Liwr, Serena Anderson. HONOR SOCIETY Scholarship, leadership, character, and service arc the four characteristics that juniors and seniors are judged upon in order to become members of the Honor Society. Among the many aims of the society is the earning of money for a scholarship, used to help further the education of some worthy student. Each year new members are chosen. Those who do not make it in their junior year still have a chance when they become seniors. GERMAN CLUB The German Gub is open to all those who are studying the German language. The club has many activities, all of which aid the students to appreciate German more fully. German records arc collected for a cultural knowledge and to those students with a two-year average of B or better, sterling silver pins arc awarded. When the Christmas season ap- proaches, the German students can be heard singing Christmas Carols in German. The club's advisor is Mr. Abraham Sadi,eg: Mr. Abraham Parnes, Adtitor; Martin Witkowski, Stanley Bilick;, Dieter Johnson, Bob Costello, Walter Schirber, Andy Bol, fames Kudrirlc. Richard Farklio, Kurt Borowsky. Jim Arace, Richard Lew- icki, Danny Vanderbilt, Grant Schailf. Teddy Shafto. Sold. Don Schwamb. Percy Sundstrom, Ruth Crawford, Pat Pini, Pat Angello, Joan Lenuire, Linda Johnson, Kathie Krimmel, Douglas Krogh, Henry Elliot. Fames. 5 W sg: Robert Bennett, Louis Armour, Ray Colot. Tom Wood, Miss Naomi Dennison. Aitm. Suud: Grol Toth, Ann Chamberlain. Lynn West, Marilyn Krakauer, Serena Anderson, Jane Conover, Pat Watson. FRENCH CLUB This year as one of its projects the French Club scld stationery. Another project was to sell shell jewelry. This jewelry was made by a club member. Serena Anderson, '56. The returns from these two projects were spent on French dictionaries. In the spring, the group, with their guests, took their annual trip to New York. Also, as in past years, the club awarded a prize at commencement to the senior who had the highest average for two years of French. LATIN CLUB The main feature of the Latin Club this year was a Roman banquet, which was held in the high school cafeteria. Every effort was used to make the dinner seem realistic. The students all were Roman dress, and the food, which was prepared and served by the members, was as truly representative of the recipes of the ancient Romans as possible. The only thing different was the chairs in which they sat. In ancient Rome the people lay down on couches while they ate instead of sitting up. The club is advised by Miss Naomi Dennison. Bj(1 rotr. Clarence Edmond. Thomas Men- zel, Martin Lauterwald. Anne- Marie Vas, Janice Pannu. Iris Woolley, Leslie Lock- wood, Verna Ellison. Pat Helms, Lily Best, Virginia Kuhns. Lynn Tuttle, Marittte Har- rison. Maria Maccis, Anne McDowell. Rene Dixak. Third rev: Frank 0 Neill, Helen Gregory. Frances Loscoe, Judy Rice. Larry Donnelly, Robert Gtherwood, Robert Faust- mann. Charles Emlcy, Arne Kalma, Marilyn D Santo, Pat Jastrab. Pat McGnn, Irene Mackey, Susan McDonald. Stcod row: Peter Bennett, Miss Naomi Dennison, Ad tint; Idella Sheppard, Richard P:e ser. Peter Miner, ludy Mtny, Roger Becman, Anne Marie Hansen. Ann Chamberlain. Fint rose: Martha Borowsky. Arthur Had- dock, Donna Nelson. Maureen Dennis. Carol Phy, Sharon Vjn Brackle. Joan Cusick, Lois Ludewig, Wendy Moffett 49 Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Sugar iUxriir Dejatmtil MUSIC DEPARTMENT The Music Department consists of various groups. The band and orchestra are the two largest organizations, and provide music for most of the school activities. During the past year, the brass choir often entertained at assemblies, while the Eleven Sharps provided music at the dances. There are two vocal groups: the Girls' Glee Club and the smaller Mixed Chorus. Classes in music appreciation are also given. MIXED CHORUS Matawan High School’s Mixed Chorus engaged in many activities. They participated in assemblies, had a spring concert, and sang for many programs held in the high school auditorium. This is an activity that freshman and sophomore girls look forward to, for only- junior and senior girls may belong. The boys have an advantage over the girls, because they may join in their freshman year. BAND The school band played an important part in the school's activities. It provided music for parades and assemblies, and entertainment at the football games. The majorettes and color guards accompanied the band on the football field. The color guards led the marching columns in intricate formations while the majorettes strutted and twirled in time with the music. On Thanksgiving, the band sponsored the Victory Dance to celebrate our success in the annual Matawan Keyport game. 'Ik funds raised were used for purchasing supplies. MAJORETTES The majorettes, under the direction of Mr. Joseph Sugar, participated in many activities. During the foothill season, they per- formed in many assemblies and at all the football games. In the spring they took part in the Spring Concert. Their biggest project of the year was their performance at the Thanksgiving Day football game. BRASS CHOIR This year the brass choir was a very active group. They played for many churches in Matawan and surrounding districts. They have many times been called a band within a band. Sutdiiif Elsie Ben.net. Virginia Tune. Joan Maresca, Barbara Bos, Gpisin; Phyllis Kramer, Janice Kramer, Joan Vena. K at site : Frieda Shortridge. Mary Lou Ortan. Joan $!ee, Bernice Saymanski, N:na Joisne, Judy Trout, Zeimi Gutridge. Abitxl: Muriel Baker, Co- Gpwn. Bick row: Harold Dodson, Serena Anderson, Ann Chamberlain, Bob Park. Second row: Richard Presser, Tom Magee, Todd Fung. Ray Colot, Joe Zaha First m : Fred Mauer, Bobby Gold, Charles Brown. Teddy Shafto, Richard Wermer, Gwen Edmond. ORCHESTRA Matawan High School's orchestra was a very active group. One of the outstanding things they did was to play for the Spring Concert, which was given under the direc- tion of Mr. Joseph Sugar. They also played for the Matawan Grammar and Matawan High School graduations. The members of the orchestra received pins, as they had in previous years. This year, however, each pin was a miniature replica of the instrument played. Bid row: Inge Lxw, Ann Marie Vas, Ruth Mc- Donald, Bobby Gold, Teddy Shafto, Bob Park, Robert Nicol. Third row: Harold Dodson, Frieda Shortage, Mariette Harrison, Gwen Edmond, Richard Wenner, Douglas Dietrick. Second row: Ray Colot, Peggr Smith. Rosemarie Hunter, Serena Anderson, Rene Doak. Ann Chamberlain. First row: Tom Magee, Joe Zahn, Todd Fung, Charles Brown. A; pmo: Richard Presser. 51 COMMERCIAL CLUB The Commercial Club is exclusively for Commercial students in their junior and senior years. Members of the club arc given an opportunity to visit other schools and their commercial departments. The club earns money by selling candy and sponsoring a dance. This year they gave the Valentine's Day Dance. With the money they earn, the club usually goes on a trip in the spring, or holds a banquet. If they are lucky, they may look forward to both the trip and the P--«. in uvaox: Linda Tilton, Ruiii Muimii� , Susan Miller. Betty Ixu Hedge. S:md rotr. Ann Mi-lcr, Mary Coughlin, Antoinette Sian?, Phyllis Kramer, Dolores Haithoxk. Third m: Julie Crone, Myra Ar.n Dice, Carol Smirh, Lizzie Davis, Jean Trahm. hxuh tou : Pat Flynn, Janice Royster. ittd sg: Janet .Morgan. Peggy Collins. Kitny McDowell, Joan Vena. Mr. Levine. Miss Gordon. Mrs. Anderson. Adrian: Nancy Bowie, Bernice Szyaunski. Soul. Nina Joisne, Joan Maresca, Judy Trout. Joan Gray, Gail May, .Antoinette Saber. JUNIOR DRAMATICS Many freshmen, sophomores and juniors belonged to the Junior Dramatics Qub. Several times during the past year, they Tin: m Todd Fung, Marge Smith, entertained in assembly. Susan Chaperon. Stmi m: Arlene p e group met twice a work Z jnd Wcdne by. Adtiior; Marilyn Krabuer! Gail They discussed various plays, Nelson. Fourth m: Debbie Lazow. phases of acting, and the pos- THt JOURNALISM CLUB tbtlity of entering the theater. The Journalism Qub, under the direction of F. Howard Lloyd, C D sPJnsMeJ1 1IKe t0 Jr., practiced techniques in compsing news features. Ttieir articles raise funds to be u cd tor attend- were printed in the school sections of the Asbury Park Pmi and the mS movies ™ P,a Matawan found. The club also published five editions of Vsrsii) the school newspapr. The group visited a newspaper plant to help in their understanding of the publication of a newspapr. junior Dramaiia Club LIBRARY CLUB The dub has tad a busy year. It started oft with the annual ritual of initiating new members. Then the members launched a long fund-raising campaign: they held cake sales; sold pencils imprinted with football schedules; and sponsored the Tombstone Trot, a Halloween dance. The girls and boys of the Library Club began a Teen Age Book Club to stimulate interest in books. They also started a file of information on local organizations for student reference. To add to the appearance of the library, they changed the bulletin boards every week. During Book Week the Library Club, with the help of the dramatics group, presented a book show. Many new books were reviewed. The club members topped oft their busy year with a spring banquet Library monitors. StttJitg: Joe Fasso, Dickie Nias- baum, Dar.ny Clifton. George White. Gram Schirfr. Tom Wdstead, Bernie Meaner. Ktutlixg: Lizzie Davis, Peggy Rank!, Virginia Kuhns, Barbara Bos. JUNIOR RED CROSS COUNCIL The Junior Red Cross Council was formed in 1954. . The council, under the direction of Mrs. Florence Ochs, undertakes such projects as making toys and having toy drives for needy families at Christmas. This year th: council is putting on a skit for the Junior Woman's Club to illus- trate some of the work the council does. SsaJixg: Zelrrj Gutridge, Mrs. Florence Ochs. Minor; Edith Ellison. Rene Doak, Ann Mc- Dowell. Joe Peters, George White, Mary Cran- haw, Grace Dellapietro. Saul. Dak- Golcsjew- ski, Mary Gunnell. Sara Jane Conover. Scare-: Mrs, Lois Davidson. Adtm. Smii� f Judy Meeker, Marie Peterson, Wilnu Willard, Peggy Rankl. Pat Schuber. Leslie Lockwood, Iris Wool- ley, Virginia Kuhns, Betty Ann Kahrs, Jean Wilchd, Janet Bol. Lois Ludewig Judy Meny. Sliding: Peggy Collins, JoAnn Merwin, Shirlev Provaznik, Janet Morgan, Sated: Marthena Watson, Irene Macky, Arlene Oppizzi. Marilyn DiSauo, Pat McCormack, Joan Ltmairc, Muriel Routh. Joan Vena. Joan Gray, Gail Meny, Phyllis Kroner, Nancy Bowie THE FOUR-WAY TEST first . . . Is it the truth? second . . . Is it fair to all concerned? third . .. Will it build good will and better friendships? fourth ... Will it be beneficial to all concerned? ROTARY CLUB, MATAWAN, N. J, With Best Wishes ATLANTIC TILE MANUFACTURING CO. For the Best in Style Use Real Clay Tile The Most Complete Line of Floor and Wall Tile Subsidiary of The Mosaic Tile Co. of Zanesville, Ohio Best Wishes Matawan, N. J. MOSAIC YE COTTAGE INN HOSPITALITY and GOOD FOOD Keyport, N. J. ENglishtown 7-8523 Congratulations to the Class of '56 CHARLES E. SUYDAM Good luck in the years to come BULLDOZING Excavating - Crading - Top Soil - Fill Dirt - Road Gravel Morganville-Tennant Road R. D. No. 1, Englishtown, N. J. ALUMNUS WALTER H. JONES, JR. Seaman Apprentice, United States Navy Compliments of RALPH FRIEDLAND BROS. VENETIAN BLIND MFC. A Wonderful Place to Work” Aeromarine Building Keyport, N. J. PENSUPREME ICE CREAM G. G. FRESH EGG RECEIVERS OF NEW JERSEY Owned and Operated by CELLER SON 49 Brooklyn Terminal Market Brooklyn 36, N. Y. Nightingale 9-5086 - 5087 ENglishtown 7-8094 — FReehold 8-6060 % FRED M. BURLEW Compliments of Compliments of DR. W. PENCEL TOMMY’S SHOE STORE Matawan, N. J. FREE DELIVERY Phene MA 1-2341 Phone KEyport 7-0578 Phone KEyport 7-0493 MATAWAN WINE LIQUOR STORE WINES • LIQUORS - COLD BEER MILLER RAPP CONTRACTORS AND BUILDERS Overhead Doors - Aluminum Combination Windows and Doors 120 Main St. Richard E. Cillis, Prep. 218 Washington St., Keyport, N. J. 33 Pershing PL, Keyport, N. J. MAtawan 1-2637 NOTARY PUBLIC BAYSHORE REALTY APPLEGATE’S MARKET SALES - RENTALS - APPRAISALS ■ MORTGAGES Real Estate Management Highway 34 Mortgage Protection Insurance . . . Life Insurance John Armitage, Jr., Lie. Real Estate Broker State Highway No. 35 Cliffwood, N. J. Cheesequake. N. J. 57 MALONEY FOR MEATS 120 Main Street Matawan, N. J MA 1-4668 Hunters' Supplies • Fishing Tackle MA 1-4446 MR. and MRS. EANSLEY BOYCE MATAWAN SPORTING GOODS CO. Toys for Young and Old - Bicycles - Repairs - Greeting Cards 180 Main St. Matawan, N. J. Compliments of MAtawan 1 -2656-J MADISON INN JAMES VENA Laurence Harbor, Cliffwood Road PLUMBING AND HEATING - OIL BURNERS INSTALLED Matawan, N. J. 54 Lower Main Street Matawan, New Jersey Compliments of HUTCHINSON, INC 58 Johnson Avenue Matawan, N. J. W. S. WALLACE CLOTHING FOR MEN AND BOYS Compliments of Keypcrt, N. J. KEYPORT DINER Route 35 Keyport, N. J. Tel. MAtawan 1-2535 MATAWAN BUILDERS SUPPLY COMPANY LUMBER - MILLWORK - ROOFING WILLIAM M. STROTHER 138 Lower Main St. Matawan, N. J. MAtawan 1-1993-1-2535 WILLIAM M. STROTHER CONTRACTOR BUILDER 138 Lower Main St. Matawan, N. J. Compliments of BEDLE'S FUNERAL HOME 59 Matawan, New Jersey Phone MA 1-2491 Compliments of PHIL RALPH’S SERVICE STATION CALSO PRODUCTS - CREASING AND WASHING Route No. 35 Cliffwood, N. J. DR. FREDERICK P. STAFFLINCER WALTER B. STAMM, Hairdresser KEYP0RT CLEANERS DYERS Matawan Branch 154 Main St. Matawan, N. J. 116 Main St. Matawan, N.J. Compliments of the MALKMUS TWINS ENglishtown 7-8066 BOYCE’S FRIENDLY SERVICE General Repairs and Supplies Matawan, N. J. Highway 9 R.D. 1, Englishtown, N. J. KEyport 7-0757 A single call will do it all SINGLE SYSTEM LAUNDRY, INC 60 ALL LAUNDRY SERVICES - DRY CLEANERS GARMENT STORACE Broad and First Street Keyport, N. J. SSJ AUGUST ARACE SONS, INC. CONTRACTORS 6 ENGINEERS Industrial Piping - Power Plants Heating - Plumbing 642 Third Avenue ELIZABETH. N. J. $$$5 LAVOIE LABORATORIES, INC. MORCANVILLE NEW JERSEY MRS. A. HALL Lots of Luck to the Class of ’56 BOND CLEANERS COCHRANE CHEMICAL COMPANY Matawan, N. J. 133 Main St. Matawan, N.J. ROOF COATINGS, WATERPROOFINGS, CEMENT ENGINEERED PRECISION CASTING CO. PRECISION INVESTMENT CASTING Box 68 Matawan. N. J. AUTOMATIC HOME HEATINC HEADQUARTERS Established 1909 KEyport 7-2104 LOUIS STULTZ, JR., INC FUEL OIL - KEROSENE - COAL General Motors DELCO-HEAT Oil Burning Equipment and Service Poultry, Dog and Mill Feeds 213 Broad Street Keyport, N. J. KEyport 7-1391 PAPPAS STUDIOS Weddings - Commercial - Portraits 10 Main St. Keyport, N.J. Compliments of A FRIEND FISCHER BAKING COMPANY Compliments of COBY’S BAR RESTAURANT New Jersey New York 1 Mile from Route 35 Phone SOuth Amboy 1 -9748 Route 9-4, South Amboy, N. J. 65 MAtawan 1-4691 MORIZIO BROTHERS ALL-BROS. WOODWORKING CO. CUSTOM-BUILT KITCHEN CABINETS MILLWORK - FORMICA TOPS 13 Main Street Matawan, N. J. Compliments of HERMAN YUENCEL GENERAL CONTRACTOR MR. CHARLES E. HUFFT ENglishtown 7-5496 FRANK LAUCHLIN KE 7-3598 BAYSHORE STATIONERS OFFICE SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT 36 West Front St. Keyport, N. J. Highway 9 Englistown. N. J. VETS GARAGE CENERAL AUTO AND TRUCK REPAIRS 24-Hour Towing Service Used Cars—Bought - Sold ARNE KALMA Matawan W. D. SWARTZEL, JR. FARM SUPPLIES PURINA CHOWS (A FReehold 8-9796 WM. DURKIN Telephone KEyport 7-1109 Hazlet. N.J. ARCHITECTURAL TILING COMPANY, INC KEYPORT NEW JERSEY J. F. HOSTETTER RECENT 5 AND 10 CENT STORE Matawan New Jersey R. L. FINLAYSON. Prop. PURE BRED ENGLISH SETTERS BELLEWOOD FARMS 65 Robertsville, N. J. ENglishtown 7-9438 FORD GEORGE S. BARRETT SON, INC. MATAWAN, NEW JERSEY Ford Dealer Since 1918 MAtawan 1-3100 MA 1 -4742-J FREE DELIVERY MA 1-2213 BETTY’S DRESS SHOP FRENEAU CROCERY Latest Fashions and Accessories DELICATESSEN - FROZEN FOODS 139 Main St. Matawan, N. J. 78 Freneau Ave. Matawan. N. J. FAY SALES CO. SANFORD'S PHARMACY OFFICE AND WAREHOUSE THE REXALL STORE Morganville New Jersey Main and Little Streets Matawan. N. J. MAtawan 1 -4505 MRS. MARY STANWICK, Prop. NEW JERSEY MATERIALS CO. THE FAMILY RESTAURANT “Food With That Home-Cooked Flavor” Matawan. N. J. Highway 34 Matawan, N. J. 66 SALES SERVICE DON’S RADIO TELEVISION SERVICE MAtawan 1-2665-M-2 Tennant Road. Morganville. N. J. Tel. MAtawan 1-4266-W RAY BROWN, BUILDER Box 427, R. D. 2 Matawan. N. J. Compliments of Compliments of THE KOZY BAR MAGNOLIA INN Compliments of Compliments of PARAMOUNT DINER THE TOWN RESTAURANT PEACHES APPLES Phene ENglishtown 7-8334 WE DELIVER MENZEL BROS. E.H. MENZEL • A. R. MENZEL CORDON’S CORNER GROCERY ENglishtown 7-5561 Robertsville. N. J. J. J. CLEMENCICH Highway 9, Englishtown, N. J. 67 NU-TONE PAINT WALLPAPER CO. DUTCH BOY PAINTS ART SUPPLIES GEORGE M. HARRIS, Inc. HARDWARE, PAINT. SEEDS, HOUSE FURNISHINGS MAtawan 1 -4434 129 Main St.. Matawan. N. J. Phone: MA 1-1013 130 Main St., Matawan. N. J. Compliments of Compliments of CARTAN’S DEPARTMENT STORE THE BARGAIN HOUSE Matawan, N. J. SABO’S SERVICE STATION ENglishtown 7-6842 JULIA'S DRIVE-IN STEAKS - FRANKS - BERGERS - PLATTERS Highway 34 Matawan. N. J. Route 9-4 5 Miles North of Freehold E. E. AUGENSTEIN MA 1-2263 AUGENSTEIN MANUFACTURING CO TOOLS - DIES - JIGS - SPECIAL MACHINERY 68 80 Freneau Ave. Matawan, N. J. SOuth River 6-4316 BILL CHEVALIER ENTERPRISES General Repairs - Collision Work - Custom Engine Installations Used Cars Bought and Sold 30 Hillside Avenue Sayreville, N. J. Phene: MAtawan 1 -4637 Compliments of ANTHONY NAPPI JOHN J. MAYER, Licensed Broker Satisfaction Guaranteed Phene: ENglishtown 7-8611 ♦ ENCLISHTOWN SUPPLY HOUSE PLUMBING, HEATING AND ELECTRICAL SUPPLIES FARMS - HOMES - ACREAGE . BUSINESS WATER PUMPS AND APPLIANCES Opposite Auction Market Englishtown, N. J. ♦ Associates: HELEN SOVATHY. JULIUS SOVATHY Business Office: REd Bank 6-3191 Highway 34, Valley Drive Matawan, New Jersey FOGGING UNLIMITED Field Office: MAtawan 1 -4322 69 Compliments of J. H. BECKER, INC. Morganville, N. J. FREE DELIVERY MAtawan 1-2094 WALT STAECER and ORCHESTRA HOLLYWOOD MARKET MAtawan 1-2439-R KEyport 7-0158-M GROCERIES—DELICATESSEN—FROZEN FOODS 82 Lower Main St. Matawan, N. J Residence: MAtawan 1 -0835-J DICK'S ROLLING STORE A. J. TOMASELLO Representative Groceries • Delicatessen - Meats and Baked Goods METROPOLITAN LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY HOlmdel 9-8662 Matawan. N. J. JOHN J. MULLER Compliments of PLUMBING and HEATINC MAtawan 1-2417 Liberty Street DR. S. M. COODSTEIN 70 Congratulations from BBB PLASTIC NOVELTIES Keyport, New Jersey Employment Opportunities for High School Graduates MARTIN BROWN Mason Materials Fuel Oil Old Company’s Lehigh Coal 15-17 Mam Street Matawan. N. J. Telephone MAtawan 1-0281 MAtawan 1-3140-J THOMAS VENA PAINTER AND DECORATOR Painting and Paperhanging — Interior and Exterior East Concourse St. Cliffwood Beach, N. J. SOuth Amboy 1-0915 STANLEY KNAST. Prop. STANLEY BOTTLING WORKS 540 Main St. South Amboy. N. J. WOodbridge 8-3797 ESsex 4-2943 O M ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS NORTH JERSEY QUARRY CO. CHARLES O'SULLIVAN MICHAEL MANGINELLI Browntown Operation 258 Clinton St., Woodbridge, N. J. 319 14th Ave„ Newark, N. J. Compliments of WILBUR W. KUHNS and FAMILY ESTIMATES FURNISHED 30 YEARS' EXPERIENCE E. J. NELSON CARPENTER and BUILDER 90 Main Street Matawan, N. J. Compliments of Compliments of THE SCHOU FAMILY JOHN W. APPLEGATE Phone KEyport 7-2008 Day and Night: Phene MAtawan 1 -3161 J A. C. THOMPSON KEYPORT JEWELERS OPTICIANS PLUMBING AND HEATING—OIL BURNER SERVICE 49 West Front Street Keyport. N. J. Rose St. and Jersey Ave. Cliffwood, N. J. 72 KEyport 7-288I -M KEyporf 7-2751 Fearon Kohn DIVERS Salvage - Construction 114 Beers Street Keyport. N.J. For Free Delivery, Phone SOuthAmboy 1-1037 KUHNS’ POULTRY FARM POULTRY OF QUALITY - FOR ALL PURPOSES State Highway 9 (Cheesequake) South Amboy. N. J. Kerosene — Fuel Oil Oil Burners — Sales and Service HOLLYWOOD SERVICE, Inc. KEyport 7-3000 Maple PI. at Six Corners. Keyport. N. J. L BEYER KEyport 7-4027 LILI-ANN First With Fashions MILLINERY - SPORTSWEAR - ACCESSORIES 62 West Front St., Keyport. N. J. A, Kofoed WEDDINGS DANCES THE STAR DUSTERS JOHN - HARRY - JOHN KEyport 7-2737 FABRIC DRYGOODS CENTER Dry Coods • Fabrics - Yarns • Slip Covers to Order C. MOSS. Prop. 29W. Front St.. Keyport. N.J. Compliments of MR. and MRS. WALTER JURMAN Phone KEyport 7-1598 MURIELS EVERYTHING IN LADIES' AND CHILDREN S WEAR PARTIES KEansburg 6-2172 13 West Front St. Keyport. N J. Best Wishes From YOUR SCHOOL BANK THE MATAWAN BANK REd Bank 6-1485 CRATES BEVERACES GENOVESE BROS.. Props. 14 N. Bridge Avenue Red Bank, N. J. Established 1908 KEyport 7-0157 PRACER’S Keyport's Leading Jeweler 35 Front St. Keyport, N. J Compliments of MARY M. BROWN Cheesequake, N. J. KEyport 7-1939 X-RAY FITTING Compliments of LAZARE’S SHOES Naturalixer - Enna Jettick . Dr. Posner’s - Nunn-Bush Little Yankee • Jumping Jacks ROSEHILL BRICK DISTRIBUTORS FACE BRICK-COMMON BRICK-TRUCKS FOR HIRE C. D. GENTILE 74 9 West Front St. Keyport, N. J. MAtawan 1-0840 Mill Road, Matawan, N. J. 24 HOUR SERVICE... CARS FOR ALL OCCASIONS WESTERN AUTO ASSOCIATE STORE DICK KERSCHNER MIKE’S TAXI SERVICE Toys - Sporting Coods - Auto Accessories Owner and Operator: BILL TOOMER Telephone MA 1 -2047 124 Main Street Matawan. N. J. Phone: KEyport 7-2100-1 J. L. SCHANCK SONS Phone: MAtawan 1-4556 HEATING AND PLUMBING CONTRACTORS PENS ROOFINC CO. Industrial and Domestic — Air Conditioning Fuel Oil and Oil Burner Service Gutters and Leaders - Built-up Roofs • Siding 366 Broad Street KEyport, N. J. Route !8 Matawan, New Jersey KEYPORT PRINTERS, Inc. MAtawan 1 -2298 Publishers of The Bayshore News Job Printing at Moderate Prices TEDDY’S BARBER SHOP KEyport 7-2778 219 Beers Street 54 Main Street Matawan. N J DR. LOUIS 1. PRACER WASHINGTON’S AUTO SERVICE OPTOMETRIST Complete Repair Service — State Inspection Work PERCY L. WASHINGTON 370 Broad St, Keyport. N. J Tel. MAtawan 1-2430 MATAWAN TOOL MFG. CO., INC. TOOLS, DIES and SPECIAL MACHINE WORK 23 MAIN STREET P.O. BOX 249 MATAWAN, N. J. RAPOLLA'S MARKET MA1-0810-W-1 Matawan, N.J. CHOICE MEATS - VEGETABLES - WINES - LIQUORS 0. E. FARRINGTON 2 Main Street Matawan, N. J. HAY AND CRAIN MAtawan 1-4633 MT. PLEASANT MANOR NURSING HOME Under Direction of Compliments of MARY LAMURA. R.N. DOROTHY LAMURA. R.N. 38 Freneau Avenue Matawan, N. J. MR. and MRS. ROBERT COLOT 76 For a really good time use the charter service of the Rollo Transit Corp. Comfortable, safe and low cost transportation for theatre, parties, sporting events and special parties of all kinds. ROLLO TRANSIT CORP. For Additional Information Call KEyport 7-0360 PRospect 4-2727 REd Bank 6-0208 PRospect 4-2728 Compliments of COCHRANE CHEMICAL CO. JO-ANN Lloyd Road Matawan, N. J. MA 1-0821 SPRACUE’S OIL SERVICE, Inc. Compliments of Your Fuel Oil Dealer 24 Little St. Matawan, N. J. TOURINE’S TAVERN RESTAURANT 77 McGINTY'S SUNOCO SERVICE Tel. MA 1-9766 Main and High Street Matawan, N. J. A FRIEND MIDWAY MARKET SUNDAY AND DAILY NEWSPAPERS DR. and MRS. J. WALLACE McCUE Compliments of Tel. MAtawan 1-1871 or 1-1872 1. GOLDMAN. Prop. BELFORD SEAFOOD CO-OPERATIVE ASSOCIATION, Inc. Belford. N. J. KEYP0RT CAS C0„ Inc. Route No. 35 Cliffwood. N. J. 78 Belford. N. J. Route No. 35 Cliffwood, N. J. Compliments of VALLEY DRIVE MINK RANCH MARY YOUNG and Family Matawan, N. J. MA 1-2470 MA 1-3880 Matawan Keyport Bowling Recreation, Inc. 20 Bowling Alleys — Luncheon - Bar 2 Lower Main St. Matawan, N. J. JOSEPHINE BEAUTY SHOP WILSON RADIO TELEVISION SERVICE Keyport, N. J. Ravine Drive Matawan KELVINATOR C. E. MA 1-2061 PETE’S, Inc. MATAWAN LUMBER CO. Refrigerators - Radios - Appliances - Television The Friendly Lumber Yard KEyport 7-2700 44 W. Front St., Keyport, N. J. Sutphin Ave. Matawan, N. J. 79 Compliments of MAtawan 1-4479-M Compliments of Compliments of STEVE L. CERMANN MATAWAN DEMOCRATIC CLUB Plumbing and Heating Cliffwocd Beach, N. J. Compliments of THE ROOST LUNCHEONETTE Compliments of Cliffwood Beach BUDDY ANDERSON Compliments of Compliments of THOMAS CAROL ANDERSON MR. and MRS. T. ANDERSON MAtawan 1 -3365 CEDAR GROVE POULTRY FARM Compliments of Strictly Fresh Eggs — Wholesale and Retail OTTO H. OSTENFELD Amboy Road, Matawan, N. J. MR. and MRS. ROBERT KNAPP, SR. 80 Congratulations to the Class of 1956 RYAN BROS. AL and WARREN RYAN MAtawan 1 1080 KEyport 7-3280 KRAUS ESSO STATION LUBRICATION—REPAIRING—AUTO ACCESSORIES BZURA, Inc. LEO KRAUS. Prop. Route 34. Matawan. N. J. H BZURA, Pres. Clark St. and Broadway. Keyport. N. J M. BROWN TIMBER CO. MR. LARRY EISEMAN LUMBER - PILING - POLES CREATIVE HAIR STYLIST MAtawan 1-1978 Matawan. N. J. 71 Broad Street. Keyport. N. J. MAtawan 1-1985-W MARY CLIFTON. Proprietor MATAWAN HOME FOR THE AGED R.F.D. Box 155 Matawan. N. J. DeWITT RICE MA 1-1646 Hand Painting — Spraying — Root Repairing CHARLES E. HAUSER Mason Contractor MA 1-4210-W 8 South Atlantic Ave., Matawan. N. J. 180 Jackson Street Matawan. N.J. 82 Phone: REd Bank 6-0298 LOUIS S. SCALZO BUILDER and DEVELOPER VICTORIA HEIGHTS. MIDDLETOWN HILLTOP ACRES. LYNCROFT 8 Glenmary Avenue Red Bank. N. J. Phone MAtawan 1 -0225 S. RIZZO H. S. JERSEY SEA SKIFF, Inc. CONTRACTOR AND BUILDER - JOBBINC Sporting Goods and Boats Highway 18. Box 257 Matawan. N. J. Highway 35 Compliments of BOICE’S ESSO SERVICENTER BLODGETT'S RESTAURANT “HAPPY MOTORING SERVICE Route 9-4. Cheesequake Highway 9-4 Cheesequake SOuth Amboy 1-9735 Old Bridge, RFD, New Jersey SOuth Amboy 1-3085 R. D. No. 1. Oldbridge. N. J. S3 Best Wishes GUADALCANAL POST No. 4745 VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS OF U. S. Matawan-Cliffwood. N. J. Meets 1st and 3rd Monday Veterans Memorial Home, Inc. Cliffwood Avenue. Cliffwood. New Jersey MAI-1639M THE SHEPPARDS TOMASELLO BROS. TILE CONTRACTORS Liberty Street Matawan, N. J. MA 1-1045 Best Wishes From ROYAL TELEVISION SALES SERVICE TELEVISION - APPLIANCES 84 31 Washington Street Matawan. N. J. WILLIAM ARNOLD BUILDER and CONTRACTOR Compliments of MAYOR SPAFFORD SCHANCK ♦ ♦ MONMOUTH STAMPINC CO., Inc. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 26 Atlantic Avenue Main and Third Streets Mata wan, New Jersey Keyport. N J. Florence Abrams A Friend Mrs. J Alaminus Mrs. Amelia Alex Mrs. Agnes Allen Miss Altamese Anderson Mr and Mrs. Franklin $. Anderson Mr and Mrs. George Andrews Zane Anson Mrs Tillie Anthony Aunt Ginny Mrs Mary Babrisky Mr and Mrs. Frank Bacicchi Mr and Mrs. Henry Baer Sam Banafato Mr Joseph A Bausback Mr and Mrs Clarence Beam. Jr. Mr and Mrs. David Bedle Mr. Herman Bell Mrs Rose Bell Mr and Mrs. James Benner Charles Bennett Mr and Mrs. John Benson Barbara and Sherry Best Mr and Mrs. Alfred Biel Bill and Mike's Service Station Mr. Floyd G Bliss Peter C. Bol The Boldt's Anthony Borowsky Mr and Mrs. E Borowsky Mr Kurt Borowsky and Family Barbara Bos Mr. and Mrs, Rudy Bos. Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Rudy Bos. Sr. Mr. Emil Boyce Mrs Florence Boyce Mr. and Mrs. Richard Boyce Mr. and Mrs. Frank Boyle Catharine Brandigan Mr. and Mrs. Peter Brandigan Mr. Charles Brown. Sr. Mr and Mrs Cyrus K Brown Mrs W. L Brown Susie and Christie Brogan Richard S. Burlew Mrs. Jean Byrnes Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Carbone Carla and Smitty Mr. and Mrs Jean Cartan Mrs. R, L Cartan Mr. George Clark Miss Louise Coakley Mrs. Ola Coakley Colot's Service Station Mrs. Madeline Cook Mr. Cooper Mrs. Michael Cox Harold Crocker Mr. J. Crosby Mrs. Hortense Custus Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Dalfonzo Mr. and Mrs. Lou Danbart Raymond Dittemer Mrs. Grace Dodson Mr Frank Eckel Mr and Mrs Adam Edmond Mr. and Mrs. George Edmond Alice Eger Mr. and Mrs. William Eger Mr. and Mrs. H Elliott Fred Emerson Mrs. Laura H. Emmons Mr. and Mrs. Jack Ensminger, 4th Mr and Mrs. Richard E Erdmann, Jr. W. J. Errickson Evelyn and Ellen Barrie Fearon Mrs. R. Ferguson Jacob Fisher Mrs. James F. Flynn Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Francy. Sr. William Francy Frank and Skip Mrs. Lottie Frazier Ronnie Gaub Mr. and Mrs. Walter Gaub Elsie Gilbertson Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Godowski John Gorman, '53 Mrs. T. Leslie Grace Joan Gray Mr and Mrs. L. Greihsmer and Family Mrs. Carl Grier Mr. and Mrs. H. M. Griswold Miss Laura Gumbs Mrs. Sadie Gumbs Mr. and Mrs. Simon Hall Vincent Halleran Mr. Joseph Harris Ruth Hartman Mr and Mrs. Fred Haseman. Sr. Mrs. J. Hedglin Miss Diana Hensley Mr. Carl Herman Mrs. Ralph Heuser Mr. Clinton C. Heyer Mr. and Mrs. Joel Hill Mrs. Fred Hcckenbary Miss Irene Hodge Mrs. Laura Hedge Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Hoffman Stanley Holmes Mrs. Mae Holton Al Houlday Francis Ronald Houlday Mrs. Susan Fearon Houlday Miss Delphine Hughes Miss Evangeline Hughes Mr. James Hughes Miss Try Hughes Mrs. Hulsart Mr. Dallas Hunt Mrs. W. J. Hutchson Mrs. Florence Jackson Mrs. Roberta James Joan and Ken Mr. and Mrs. Carl Johansen Miss Alice Marie Johnson Mr. and Mrs. H. F. Johnson Mr. and Mrs. J. Johnson Linda Johnson Miss Kay Kavanaugh Mr. and Mrs. Chris W. Keck Pat Kelley Mr. John Kenna Kerchner's Flower Shop Mrs. Jean Krakauer Anthony LaCcnte Mr. Bayard T. Lamborn. Sr. Mr. and Mrs. Martin Lauterwald Mrs. Abbey La Zare Mr. and Mrs. David Lee Mr and Mrs. John Lee Mrs. Teola Lee Mr. William Lee Ann Leuders Carl Leaders Edward Leuders S Sgt. Hans 0 Leuders A 3 C Richard Leuders Mr. and Mrs. Luther Mr. P. Lylo Mrs. Malcolm MacMillan Vernon Magee Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Maliszewski Doris Maliszewski Mr. John Marcelin Villa Marofta Mr. and Mrs. F. Martin Mr. Fred Marz Matawan Diner Gail Mathews Mary Mathews Mr. and Mrs. Harry' Matthews Mrs. H Lee McConahy, Sr. Mr. James McCormack Speck McCue Mr. and Mrs. A. J. McDonald Mr. and Mrs. Clem McQueen Mr and Mrs, Artie Menzel Miss Claire Michler Mrs. W. Michler Miss Pauline Mickens Mr. Robert Miles Jimmy Milligan Mrs. Milsap Mr. F. Mitchell Mr and Mrs J. T. Moore Mrs. Morgan Mrs. Ellen Morgan Sandy Morgan Mrs Cleona Morris Mr. J. Mulcrome Mr Ciro Nappi Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Nicholson Mr. and Mrs. William Nicholson Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Nuccio Anthony Pagliaro Mr. and Mrs. F. Pagliaro George Pagliaro Mr Papa Mrs. Papa Mr. Joseph Peters Mr. and Mrs William Phillips Mr. and Mrs Jerome Pierce Rev and Mrs. William R Pinder Mrs Florence Pope Barbara Presser Mr and Mrs. Harold Presser Mrs. Marie Presser Martha Presser Lester Preston Margaret E. Prichard Mr and Mrs. Marvin W. Prichard Richard Quackenbush Mrs J Ramko Mr. and Mrs Clifford Reeves Miss Ruth Rice Mr. James Richardson Mr. O’Neill Richardson Mr. William J. Richardson Mr. S. Robotkay Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Rodrigues Miss Tryphena Rogers Mrs. Ernest Rose Betty Jane Rosenbohm Edwina Rosenbohm Mr. and Mrs. E Rosenbohm Mr. and Mrs Vernon Rossin Mr. Joseph Ruane Audrey Rushing Mr. and Mrs George Russell Michael Ryniewicz Mr. S Santos Savory Market Florence Shaffren Mr. F. Schein Mrs. Scott Mr. Seib Mrs Gertrude Shau Jack Sherman Mr. J. H. Shaw Ronnie Sickles Mr. and Mrs. T. R Sickles Mr. J Charles Sinscera Ed Skinner—Roofing and Siding Mr and Mrs Fred Slee Mr. Smith Carolyn Smith Mr. and Mrs Robert Smith. Jr Mrs. Easter Mae Sparks Mr and Mrs J Stelzried Mrs Janet Sullivan Mr A A Taylor Mr and Mrs. Edward F. Taylor. Jr. Mr and Mrs. Gordon Ten Eyck Mrs Minnie Ten Eyck Mr and Mrs Peter Ten Eyck The Variety Shop Mrs Rose Thomas Mr and Mrs Jens P. Thomsen Miss Marie Thomsen Mr. Tiernan Mr and Mrs Angelo Tomasselo Michael and Mary Anne Tomasselo Tommy’s Barber Shop Mr. and Mrs John Tourine Jane Van Brackle LeRoy VanPelt Mr. and Mrs. John Viebrock Julius Wall Mr. F Walters Mr and Mrs. Otis Wathington Mr Merritt J Warwick Florence R Watts Mr and Mrs. Frank Weaver Mr Major Wicker Wicker Memorial Choir Linda and Muriel Wilkins Mr and Mrs Allen Wilks Miss Pat Williams Rev and Mrs. Calvin Wood Mr. and Mrs. John Wright Mrs. Yates Miss Ruth Yuengel Mr and Mrs William Zahn Mr. Zweilinger Edward Currie President of the Board of Education George Barrett Vice-President Philip Cumbs George Loscoe Walter Swanson Clifford Reeves Frank Johnson Robert Bentley Robert A. Knapp Herbert Gittens Secretary to the Board of Education MATAWAN REGIONAL H.S. LIBRARY ATLANTIC AVENUE ABERDEEN. NJ 07747 DATE DUE C� UO J The Pillar 1956 e 1