Milford High School - Milfordian Yearbook (Milford, DE)

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SORTING THOSE OLD PROGRAMS TIED IN BLUE, WE FOUND THE FOUR-YEAR-REVIEW OF OUR BROADWAY RUN,... 5c. 1 So. 2 Sc. 1 Sc. 2 Sc. 3 Sc. 1 Sc. 2 Sc. 3 Sc. 4 Sc. 1 Sc. 2 Sc. 3 Sc. 4 Sc. 5 Act I In the first few crowded weeks of our Freshman year we decided to insure the success of our production by electing a capable managerial staff. As student director we chose Dave Burton, assisted by Bud Kimrnel, Joyce Argo and Bob Leithiser. Our outstanding performance as stage hands was the Freshman Christmas Dance. We effectively changed the drab auditorium into a Christmas fairyland, with sparkling Christmas trees, jolly Sant Clauses, and the ringing music of Mr. Yon’s Dance Band. Act II Next, we moved into the responsible position of property managers. Bud Kimrnel, having served as understudy in our Freshman year, was given the juvenile lead, supported by Frank Pettyjohn, Joyce Argo, and Amelia Fink. To keep our class rolling we immediately got underway with a big stationery sale which greatly added to the class balance of thirty- two cents ($.32) netted by the Freshman Dance. Spring was busting out all over” on the eve of our sophomore Hop. Balmy air, gay flowers and couples strolling through the park announced that spring was here to stay. Act III As understudies we needed capable directors to lead us through the heavily crowded days ahead. For this act we chose Davis Wood as supporting man, with Laurence Lapetina, Arlene Cohee, and Bill Wood helping him. One of the most exciting highlights of our production was the coming of our class rings. For days all the Juniors walked around with their hands stuck out saying, Look at our rings! As our class liked to set precedents, we produced the first Junior play to be given in Milford High School. The smash hit, petticoat Fever, brought us our first financial success. At last the time had come for the Juniors to give the annual Prom for the Seniors. Choosing the Mardi Gras as the theme, everyone worked hard decorating the gym with balloons and other decorations depicting the streets of New Orleans during the Mardi Gras. The nights spent in preparing the gym for the gala affair were just as enjoyable as the big night itself. Act IV Finally the cue was given for the last act of our play and as leading man we elected Bill Wood. As his supporting cast we chose pay Lane, Eleanor Bennett, and Joyce Ingram. The annual event of the Senior Bazaar afforded a good time for everyone. Gaily decorated booths set up in the cafeteria provided a means of entertainment for our guests. After the gomes were over, the stars of the show presented a short skit based on the 1920's. Inasmuch as we had already had experience in presenting a play we swung into our Senior play with eese and zest. The play was well attended and the critics pronounced it a success. At this point we put the show on the road. Leaving Milford High School by bus, we traveled to the city of lights , New York. Here we enjoyed a delightful week-end acting as experienced stars. Last, but not least, were the unforgettable events of class night and Commencement. The receiving of our diplomas completed a successful four-year run on Broadway.

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Davis Wood A great ship asks deep water. President of the class in his Junior year ...known as White Wood ...one of our twins... manager of the football team...interested in boats and women...a deep well. William Wood Eternity forbids thee to forget. President of the Senior Class...drummer in both the band and the Dance Band...known as Red Wood ...member of the A Cappella Choir...drives a suped-up Ford...sea spray on the deck. Slumber f raeK y3cj Anf cs r7x-

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