Milton High School - Blue Gold Yearbook (Milton, VT)

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Blue and Gold 3 -mmmunnmummi innummmmmm iniiiinmmmnmnunn muuunnmmmmmmnnm Class Ei.m.........m.. .,....iim....... .m.............. i.mmnmnn umuumunuunnnnuInunn1i1I1I111unuuuunnunumummuunmnmunnmn TIME OF OUR LIVES HY, THE senior class has been this wayl They left their footprints. I would know their footprints anywhere-in Africa or Kalamazoo. And these tracks were made by shoes worn in service and useful activities. They come from the high school and lead out in the world. From the markings here l note they have spent much time in giving, not in receiving. Worn down at the heel, halfsoled-shows how busy they were. These seniors walked firmly, showing they knew where they were going. Say, folks, finding these brings back memories to me. I am reminded of the good old times we had as students of this high school. lill just have to tell you about our days here. Oh, we had the time of our lives-wish you had been here too. 9 FHESHMAN YEAR The first year of high school was a glorious one because it marked the great change from grammar school. There were 39 of us, all told, and we came from several different schools. That made it quite jolly and interesting as it gave us a chance to get acquainted with more boys and girls. We selected Barbara Peltier as class presi- dent, Dale Laughlin, as vice-president, Nancy Manley, as secretary, Norma Duffy, as treasurer, and Burton Wells and Tracy Ryan for our stu- dent council. Miss Holden was our class spon- sor. As all freshmen have to be initiated, we also had to make the sacrifice. On September 12, we were initiated by the sophomores. We were not too kindly treated by them but that night a reception, held in our honor, soon made us for- get our afternoon's difficulties. Dancing and re- freshments were enjoyed. We all felt more a part of the school after our initiation. mu L zkfo ry umummnmmm ammun-nmnmmuummmnmmn iniiuminiiiiiiiimmnnuuummiI1In11vvvu11a14nuunnnmunnmimniiIiIIiiiIIIiiiiiiiiuiiiiiiiiiiiiIIIIIIIIIIiiiiIII1in1unimvmwnnnm ln October we participated in the Hallowel- en Carnival. We had several booths and much fun. Nearly everyone in the class took part in the annual Minstrel Show either in the Clee Club chorus or a part in the show. In january there vias a sleigh ride for the whole high school, each class having its own sleigh. After the rides, re- freshments and dancing were enjoyed by all. Our class presented Our Famous Ancestorsn in the one-act play contest. Those taking part were: Elaine Limoge, George VVhite, Norma Duffy, Burton Wells and Nancy Manley. Miss Day directed us and we won the trophy which had been donated by the class of '47, VVe didnit make much history our first vear as we were all too busy watching the clock.'But we had the time of our lives just being green and newish. 9 SOPHOMORE YEAR Our second year of High School we were more familiar with the task which lay ahead of us. The first day of school was a reunion with teachers and friends. The second day found us working in full force toward the goal we have now achieved. Class officers this year were president, Thel- ma Preston, vice-president, Shirley Hazen, Sec- retary, Nancy Manley, Treasurer, Ernest Dubu- que and student council members were Evelyn V arney and Dale Laughlin. As the days passed by, our first big event was freshman initiation, which gave us our CllZlIlCC to retaliate but we gave the freshmen a warm reception that night. Each class took charge of the booths at the Fallowe'en Carnival. The Sophomore class had two, one was the baseball throw and the other the Tunnel of Thrills. XVe ended the nightis entertainment with a movie called The Phan- tom of the Operaf, 1' Q

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Blue and Go 7'65Z.6l'67Z fs zlllress THE SHOES WE QHOOSE B y Burton Wells N VVALKINC along the way, we as individuals place our own patterns upon the sand-the patterns of our footprints. They are of various sizes, the markings are different, unique, and distinctive. That you know. The shoes we choose make the difference. The shoes we choose to wear at work and play are important because they definitely express the kind of people we are and the positions we hold in life. They reveal our ideals, careers, achievements, and failures. They show something of our per- sonalities. Look at any manis shoes and you will know something of the man. Sherlock Holmes, no doubt, could read our footprints and write a biography of each of us. The shoes we choose may not always reveal our original hopes and dreams or the person we aspired to be, because circumstances sometimes prevent the realization of dreams. Millions of people may wear one kind of shoe even though they prefer another style and leather. There are many reasons why people are not able to choose their own professions, and thus they cannot be blamed for their choices. Perhaps at choosing time their choices were faulty or perhaps they did not persevere to achieve their dreams. Failure in perseverance would certainly lay the responsibility upon the chooser. But truly, we can say that the shoes we wear do indicate our positions in life, our wealth, our health, or our personalities. Our shoes leave their distinct markings upon the sands. Seniors, briefly, I leave you this chal- lenge. lf shoes mark the man, choose your shoes well. Take time in the choosing. Give the matter serious thought. Seek advice. Be careful that the shoes are suitable for your journey and that they will help you realize your dreams of happiness and success.

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4 Blue and Gold Several members of our class took part when the band played at the Armistice Day Parade, and after the parade enjoyed a free turkey din- ner. The band also played Memorial Day for the Legion Parade. Since we didnit have any Minstrel Show that year, we started basketball practice very early. 'he girls, team had a very successful year. The girls from our class who played were Barbara Gonyeau, Barbara Sheperd, Barbara Peltier, Norma Duffy and Elaine Limoge, The boys, team carried twelve men and won twenty games out of twenty-seven enough to get into the CU tournament played at Burlington, Our members who played were George White, Burton Wells, Dale Laughlin, Bernard Roque, Tracy Ryan and Henry Blow. That year there were six cheer- leaders and only one represented our class, Janet Fisher. About the middle of April baseball was well under way. The last of the month we played our first game defeating St. Anneis. We battled our way to a successful season. The members of our class who went out for baseball were George White, Frank Tourville, David Sweeney, and Tracy Ryan. On the afternoon of Memorial Day we played a double header. The first which was with the alumni, we lost 4-3. The second with Fairfax, we won 7-6. 9 JUNIOR YEAR In September of 1949 the class of ,51 once again gathered with old and new students to be- gin a new chapter in our lives. That year study hall was known as our home room, with Mr. Morris taking charge. He was also our class sponsor. Time for the choosing of class officers came. Barbara Gonyeau was elected president, Ernest Dubuque, vice-president, Barbara Shep- ard, secretary, and Burton VVells, treasurer. Members on student council were Janet Fisher and Dale Laughlin. We received our class rings on September 8. We were then in the best of spirits. First came the Minstrel Show with practically everyone taking part. VVe repeated the show at North Hero Community Hall a week later with another capacity audience. Then came the Operetta with Virginia Adams, Evelyn Varney, Elaine Limoge, Janet Fisher, Carol Vantine, Claire Roussin, Burton Wells, George White, Frank Tourville, Ernest Dubuque, and Bernard Roque taking part in the cast while the others were in the Glee Club Chorus. In March for the one-act play contest we pre- sented The Bishop's Candlesticks with Carol Vantine, Nancy Manley, David Blatt, Bernard Roque, Frank Tourville, Yates Rousseau, and David Sweeney participating. We won first prize. Basketball season opened with a great num- ber of new players. Those who made the boys, team were Bernard Roque, Burton Wells, George White, Dale Laughlin, Henry Blow, and Tracy Ryan. Those who made the girls' team were Barbara Gonyeau, Barbara Peltier, Barbara Shepard, Elaine Limoge, Norma Duffy, and Ruth Villemaire. Cheerleaders were Janet Fisher, David Blatt and Yates Rousseau. In late April we organized a girls' softball team. Ann Spears was chosen to be our captain. Others taking part were Norma Duffy, Janet Fisher, Joan Granger, Madelaine LeClaire, Betty Scribner, Barbara Shepard and Ruth Villemaire. In May we decorated the gym for our Junior Prom in a Dutch Holiday fashion. Again in May our class was well represented at the Music Festival. Taking part in All State Chorus was Janet Fisher and in the All State Band were Nancy Manley, Barbara Shepard and George White. Ruth V illemaire played the Graduation Processional and Recessional. George White was chosen as Class Marshal. Barbara Gonyeau was chosen to attend Girls, State at Montpelier last June and David Sweeney and Burton Wells to attend Boys' State at North- field. 4-P SENIOR YEAR But time, that thief, stole our eleventh year in school, and at last we became Seniors. Folks, have you ever been a Senior in high school? You say you have? Well, then I know you will enjoy hearing about the times we had. Good times were had by all, studying, taking part in sports, and carrying on our other activities. We elected the following officers to S6l'V6 us. Burton Wells was our president, David Blatt was our vice- president. We then voted for Ernest Dubuque