Mineola High School - Signet Yearbook (Mineola, NY)

Text from Pages 1 - 96 of the 1943 volume:

THE 1943 SIGNET PUBLISHED BY THE SENIOR CLASS EDITOR. EDITH PECHETTE BUSINESS MANAGER. SOPHIE DRASBA Mineola High School, Mineola, N.Y. To Our Alumni in Service A lone cannon mounted reverently upon a field of peace and security, becoming in its years of idleness merely a vague recollection of bloodshed in the past. One day there came a call to arms. No longer does this veteran stand symbolically upon his field of false security. Pounded, molded and reshaped, he has been embodied in the intric- ate mechanism of a formidable descendant. With the wisdom of the ages and the vitality of youth, he will arise once more to defend the liberty of the world against the elements of animosity, tyranny, and destruction. This is the story of a cannon; it is the story too, of the armed forces of the United States of America. We dedicate this book to all our boys now in the service and those yet to go. In doing so we also dedicate this book to the future, for it is they who shall determine the future. Today they make the history; tomorrow, the country! ★ ★ ★ ¥ BOARD OF EDUCATION IN giving the Board of Education a spotlight in our book, we delved deep into the actual business and accom- plishments of this important group. To our surprise, we found their responsi- bilities to be far graver and more nu- merous than we had previously ima- gined they could be. The Board of Education, composed of five members, is to the school district as a board of directors is to a large cor- poration or bank. They have control of drafting the annual budget, which must be expended on salaries, fuel, up- keep of the grounds and interest on the bonded indebtedness. All bills must be passed by the board and paid with their consent. Dr. Frank E. Barnes, Mr. William T. Hicks, Mr. Simon E. Hunt, Mr. Chester R. Painter and Mr. Harry A. Schmidt, the present members of the board, have had wide experience in the business and professional worlds. Their knowl- edge of the various activities which come under the board's supervision is of inestimable value. All in all, the Board of Education has striven to give us the best teaching staff, school buildings, and equipment available, and they justly deserve all the appreciation and thanks we can possibly give them. Dr. Barnes Mr. Hunt Mr. Painter Mr. Schmidt 6 Dr. Allen Mr. Sloat Mr. Terry ADMINISTRATION Affecting the lives of the students more directly than the Board of Educa- tion are Dr. Allen, Mr. Sloat and Mr. Terry our captain, helmsman, and first mate. They are the ones who really guide our ship into the right channels. Dr. Harlan B. Allen, a Ph.D. and superintendent of the Mineola school system, has become in the eyes of the passing high school generations, a veri- table institution. His sincerity and friendliness have gained him the re- spect of every student. It is these quali- ties which enable him to fulfill his posi- tion to such perfection, and to set the standard upon which our school system is maintained. Our pal, kind, understanding—that's Mr. Ralph L. Sloat, the principal of M. H. S. and helmsman of our ship. Per- sonally, though, we think the nicest thing about Mr. Sloat is his sense of fair play, closely seconded by his staunch friendliness and loyalty. He may usually be found buried under papers and surrounded by teen-age girls and fellows, for it is in his office that the business of the average school day takes place. Mr. Kenneth Terry, a tall man with a merry twinkle in his eye and a genial disposition, makes a fine first-mate. He is assistant principal of M. H. S., princi- pal of Junior High, director of the N. Y. A., and head of the Hall Patrol. He also has a finger in the operation of the Projection Squad and Candy Counter. It is rather strange to see Mr. Terry when he isn't working on something, and yet, he always has time to talk with you when your route is obscured by a heavy fog. And so you have seen the three chiefs of M. H. S. Is it any wonder that Mineola goes down year after year as tops in this, that, and the other thing? Any ship is a good ship when she has an able captain, a skilled helmsman, and a first-class first mate. Sail on, O Ship of State, Sail on! 7 THE FACULTY Miss E. Jane Austen Miss Amelia Baiardi Miss Rosemary Ball Miss Emily Becken Miss Crystal Bills Miss Mary L. Bolger Mr. Clark Bowlby Miss Gretchen Bubie Miss Mary Burke Mrs. Ruth Campbell Miss Marjorie Carnegie Mrs. Alma Clendenny Mrs. Madaline Connors Mr. Stafford J. Connor Miss Cornelia Doedeyns Miss Anna M. Eiskant Miss Eugenia Eylman Miss Margaret M. Fields Miss Amelia Foster Mrs. Gertrude Gagliano Miss Florence Gebe Miss Dorothy Gedney Miss Anne Gregory Mr. Henry Gould IT is the faculty of Mineola High School which figures most signifi- cantly in the daily lives of our students. Every member of the faculty has been instrumental in shaping our careers. We wish to express our sincere grati- tude for all they have done for us; for being patient with us; for their able in- struction and good fellowship. We hope all they have taught us will remain in- delible in our minds. This past year, the war has greatly increased the responsibility of the fac- ulty. Besides carrying out the usual academic program, the teachers have given up much of their valuable time to assist the administration in carrying out an effective war program. It was the teachers who sat long hours after school, rationing sugar, gas- oline, oil, coffee, and canned goods. It was the teachers who took charge of the sale of war stamps and bonds all year round and during our War Bond Rally. It was the teachers who made our Victory Corps possible by provid- Mr. Kenneth Hafner. Miss Gertrude Hall. Miss Josephine Harrington, Miss Barbara Hobbs, Miss Elizabeth Howard. Miss Beatrice Hubbard. Miss Ruth M. Keesey. Mr. John N. Kelsey. Miss Helen Jordan, Miss Elaine Lindenberg, Miss Esther Luyster. Miss Violet Lynde, Miss Kathryn McClellan. M:ss E’izabeth Miller. Miss Doris Morley. Miss Helen Oprandy, Miss Bessie M. Orr. Mrs. Martha Osborne. Miss Sarah Phillips. Miss Harriet M. Proaper. Miss Eliza- beth Pulver. Miss Ethel Reyling. Mr. Edwin Richardson. Miss Lena S. Ryerson. Mr. Elwood R. Schwan. Miss Ruth Smith. Miss Jean Solomon, Miss Alice Tesar. Miss Jeannette Wilburn, Miss Ruth Williams. 10 ing the instruction necessary tor the various victory courses given after school. Yes. the teachers did all this, and much more- too. The Red Cross and American Women's Voluntary Ser- vices each claim their share of the faculty. Mineola is represented by its teach- ers on the battlefront as well as on the home front. So far the following mem- bers of the faculty have left for the armed forces: Miss Luyster, Mr. Ben- jamin, Mr. Weiner, Mr. Flesch, Mr. Zaiser, Mr. Heath, Mr. Baltzell, Mr. Simonson, Mr. Wright and Mr. Connors. Whether it be tor victory or tor the general education of the men and worn en of tomorrow, all that the faculty does, it does willingly and enthusias- tically. It is no wonder then that with such an excellent teaching staff. Mineola High School retains its high scholastic rating and fine reputation. 11 THE CLASSES JANUARY CLASS, 1943 mE's over for another touchdown H — The Question Mark's gone to bed — Another School Play — 1942 Radio Revue — Mineola champs win another debate — The June Prom—the school's greatest —and finally, The Signet, ours! The above? Just a short summary of the stupendous activities of the one and only class of January 1943. Never be- fore and never again, has a class guite like this one invaded the halls of dear old M. H. S. (Whether for better or worse, we do not dare say!) Before school opened in January, 1939, many an anxious freshman lay awake part of the night unable to sleep because of what to him was a ter- rifically exciting day ahead. Morning finally arrived, and this day they were up bright and early. They scrubbed hard, dressed their best, and tried to look mature. We see them next bewildered and worried searching for their rooms and expressing opinions about their new teachers, one saying, Oh, I hear she's terrible, another, No, she ain't, she's just a low marker. Of course they knew all about the teachers without even having spent a moment in their presence! They soon got into the swing of it all, became less critical, and began to enjoy extra-curricular activities which M. H. S. has to offer. The upperclassmen, however, eyed these ninety freshmen with despair. It certainly didn't look as if these green- horns would ever successfully follow in the eminent footsteps of their elders. And yet, in October, 1940, this class The Big Three was the first in the history of Mineola High to organize in their sophomore year. Under the capable direction of Mrs. Connors, their advisor, they held a movie benefit and several afternoon dances all in quick succession. None of the affairs given by this amazing class failed to be successful. Then came that wonderful senior year, when officers were chosen. The victors were James Gilroy, president; Joan Berbrich, vice- president; and Elwyn Walshe, secre- tary-treasurer. In June, they launched the last formal prom for the duration. January, 1943, found this class deep in the throes of Class Night and Com- mencement. Their class night was unanimously conceded to be the most rollicking ever, and Commencement proved to be every bit as breath-taking and awe-inspiring as the seniors had dreamed it would. Their careers are still vague and uncertain, but if these graduates are half as ambitious and successful in later life as they were as students, their names will be written permanently in the annals of the world, just as the place they made in Mineola High is eternally and irrevocably theirs. 13 JEAN ADAMSON distinguished herself by aiding the school in very practical ways. As a member of the Candy Committee, Library Council and Service Corps, she proved herself a valuable student. As if this weren't enough. Jean contributed her efforts to the Signet as a member of the business staif. ELIZABETH ALLEN, an active member of the G.A.A., participated in many sports. She played on the girls' hockey, basketball, baseball, badminton and ping-pong teams. For three years. Betty was on the Question Mark staff, serving as a reporter. She also served the school on Hall Patrol and in Forensic. ESTHER ALM centered her extra-curricular interests in the sports department. She played on many teams includ- ing volleyball, basketball and badminton, but excelled in hockey, being chosen for the honor team for two years. In her senior year Es was rewarded by election to the office of secretary of G.A.A. ANNA BENSON, who preferred to be called Ann. at- tended the Union Hill High School in New Jersey for two years. She was a member of the cheerleading squad there. In her junior and senior years at Mineola. Ann's main interest was sports. Hockey, basketball and baseball were her favorite games. JOAN BERBR1CH well deserved the many honors that were heaped upon her. She was editor of the Question Mark, assistant editor of the Signet and a member of the GJLA. Many people would be satisfied to stop there, but not Joan. She went right on to become valedictorian and vice-president of her class. MIRIAM BRESUN surprised us all by going to summer school, and finishing six months before the rest of us. It was not a pleasant surprise for those of us who recalled Mim s everlasting good-nature and friendly smile — plus the vitality of c swell athlete. These qualities are sure to bring her success. VINCENT BREWI was a rather retiring type, but he was well liked by the fellows. While in school he sang with the Glee Club for three years and the Chorister? for one year. However, outside of school he was quite an athlete, having played for several years on the Bull- dogs. a local baseball team. MARION CALDWELL spent her after-school hours prin- cipally in girls' athletics. All sports attracted her. She played hockey, basketball, baseball, badminton, ping- pong and volleyball. Marion took part in each of the annual gym exhibitions, and during her junior and senior years belonged to the GAA. SALVATORE CARULLO accelerated his course and caught up with the doss of January '43. Once in this group, he assumed the role of one of its leading humorists. His wit was much appreciated by his classmates. Ap- parently some great attraction drew Salvatore to the third floor, for he was frequently seen there. HARRY CHANDLER was c mechanically-minded student. Anything to do with airplanes, trains and automobiles was of such great interest to him. that he would like to pursue engineering as a career. Harry spent two years in the Glee Club and two in Choristers of which he was librarian. DOROTHY CHBYSTMOS was a very busy girl. She was doing something, somewhere all the time. Dot was secre- tary of the ]r. Red Cross and a member of the Service Corps, the Signet business staff, the Girl Reserves and the Guidance Club. In addition Dot has been active in sports and a member of the GAA. WILLIAM CLERKE was not a quiet boy by any means. If you heard some boys laughing, you could undoubtedly find Bill in the center of the crowd cracking another joke and causing all the commotion. Bill was in the high school band for four years. He aiso acted as secretary of Boys' HI-Y for several years. 14 WARREN COLE was an easy-going fellow who took his studies, work and activities in his own good time and seldom needed a lot of exertion to accomplish any of these. At first Baldy was in the band, but later preferred athletics for entertainment. At present he is taking orders from the navy. MARILYN CORCORAN was recognized for her sparkling Irish smile. Her main interests were sports and music. In sports she preferred basketball and baseball. Glee Club. Choristers and the Radio Revue were the nuclei of her musical interests. She was also the sound effects man in the January Class Night. JAMES CREAN was the object of many wisecracks that little people are subject to. but he had a grand disposi- tion and never got sore. Jim has been active in sports and was a member of the track team. Jim recently joined the navy and makes a swell sailor for Uncle Sam. EDNA DAVIDSON was a quiet and intelligent girl. Of all her years in high school she preferred her senior year because of the many interesting activities in which she was engaged. Eddie became a member of the G.A.A.. and was on the committee that so ably took care of the June 1943 Prom. ELIZABETH DAVIS was one of the pleasant, busy girls who spent her spare time helping the office with the numerous details which would otherwise congest the administrative activities. Betty was in the Glee Club dur- ing her first two years. She served on the Assembly Coun- cil during her third year. VERONICA DELMORE was known by all her classmates in M.H.S. as Ronnie. She was never a person who made a big fuss, but went quietly and unobtrusively about her work. If Ronnie shows this same purposefulness in realiz- ing her ambition to become a secretary, we are sure she'll make the grade. ANN DOBKOWSKJ was one of the girls who helped make and serve those delicious dishes in the cafeteria. In her freshman year. Ann was a member of the Assembly Council. In her sophomore year she went out for base- ball. and was expert enough to become a member of one of the honor teams. HELEN DOMNITZ. often called Honey by her best friends, was one of the musically inclined girls of the class. Throughout her four years of high school. Helen belonged to various musical groups, including Glee Club and Choristers, and participated in various programs put on by the music department. AGNES DUNLOP was a close friend and constant com- panion of Ronnie Delmore. Around the halls and outside of school, they could be seen together. Agnes seemed always able to take things as they came. Perhaps this talent will help her when she conquers the business world as someone's secretary. EDWARD E1SEMAN has long been an ardent bowler. He became so proficient in this art that he won membership in the 250 Club. His skill as a chauffeur also won him much renown. A long-remembered sight was that of his Chevrolet car, full to the brim with M. H. S. students. MILDRED FISCHER was an all-around girl. She was a member of the Girl's Hi-Y. Girl Reserves and Service Corps. Her membership in the G.A.A. and participation in badminton, ping-pong and archery showed her interest in sports. She was also a member of the June 1943 Prom Committee. ANNE FITZGERALD, often called Fitz had the supreme ability of making friends readily and getting along with people. She often displayed this talent in playing hockey, basketball and baseball, sports which require excellent teamwork. When you come in contact with her. you can't help liking her. 15 LAWRENCE FITZGERALD was considered by the whole class to be its authority on all events in the sports world. He could give you the latest information on everything. When Fitz played with the Bulldogs, a local baseball team, he always showed what a right guy he was. JOHN FLINT was most famous for the friendly grin spread across his face. Sparky was one of the happiest fellows, as well as one of the nicest in the school. He is trying to keep all of us happy by helping Uncle Sam. That's right, he enlisted in the navy and left school last December. JOSEPH FRANCONE was a quiet, very ambitious fellow. He worked outside of school, and at the same time man- aged to keep up his school work. Joe was quite a trom- bone player and he always appeared with the Band and Orchestra in concerts, parades and shows. When last heard from, he was at Grumman's. DONALD FRANK is that tall, blond, qood-lookinq fellow whom most students associated with baseball. He was a pitcher for the Mineola team last year. Aside from playing with the high school nine, he pitched for some of the outside teams. Don's quiet, good-natured manner has won him many friends. RICHARD FURMAN was the handsome, blond bruiser whom you saw opening up holes for our backfield, or stoppinq the opposing team from going through the line. Yes. he's quite an athlete and besides the football team, he was on the track team and Hall Patrol ANTHONY GALLO started out in high school as a clari- netist in the band. His interests changed, so Tony took up the study of repair, conditioning of, and servicing of the automobile. In other words, he worked in a gas station. He picked up valuable knowledge and a '35 Ford for which he was famous. FRANK GESSLEIN well deserves the title of one of the better dressed men of the school. Frank, who was a tall, dark, good-looking member of the class of '43. spent a great deal of his time in pursuing his studies. He is sure to make good in this world because of his willingness to accept responsibility. JAMES GILROY has been our class president for three years, an honor that is a tribute to his popularity with the rest of the class. Jim started in pre-med school in February and is already making quite a reputation for himself. He's a grand kid, and is sure to reach the top in any field he enters. EDWARD GORRY, a former Long Island Daily Press newsboy, enjoys the outdoors. In the summer you may find him smacking a golf ball around, while in the winter he is usually playing ice-hockey. Ed also has a liking for a pleasant swim any time he can get down to the beach, that is. in the summer of course. MARY GRELLA or Merry as she is called, really has a nickname that fits! Mary's rather quiet, but all her friends know her for her cheerfulness and friendly nature. We hereby dedicate that old song Mary's a Grand Old Name to her. If anyone deserves it, Mary does. Lots of success and happiness! VIRGINIA GULDI was that cheerleader whom you've seen out on the field whipping the grandstands into a frenzy and the team on to victory. Ginny carried her enthusiasm successfully into all kinds of sports, the Hi-Y, and the newly-formed Service Corps. That's showing them, kid! KATHERINE HAGERTY is known to everyone as out- standing. But definitely! Question Mark editor, debating star, assembly councilman, salutatorian all these were one to Kay. She has very definitely left her mark on Mineola. Her personality, sparks of witicism, and brilliance were priceless. 16 CHARLES HALL, one of the best football players on the Mineola field, stands even higher in our estimation now that he is a member of the Merchant Marine. Charlie, with his never dying enthusiasm, will keep us rooting for him in the future as well as we all have, during the past football seasons. JOHN HARBUD was a quiet fellow. Nevertheless, no one ever doubted his patriotism and seriousness of pur- pose. John demonstrated this by speeding up his course so that he might graduate in January and join the navy. His conscientiousness and deteimination will bring him success. GEORGE HERREL is blessed with an easy-going nature. Although he's quiet on the surface, when you really know him, you'll find him a very cheerful fellow. George was forever thinking up new pranks. We predict a very event- ful future for George especially if Class Night was prophetic. HARRY HIMPLER is tall. dark, and rugged. That de- scription fits Harry almost as well as his football uniform. He and football just naturally went together. But versatile Harry's deep voice also thundered to us from the Radio Revue. Choristers, and Glee Club. Play on. Harry! VINCENT HUYSMAN was always ready for a good hearty laugh. Vinny. as he was known around M. H. S. was a member of Mineola's great choral group, the Choristers. Singing was not Vinny's only achievement. Rare indeed were the occasions when an athletic uniform was not covering Mr. Huysman's frame. CHARLES JONES, known to all as Buck, was an out- standing athlete of M. H. S. Buck not only played varsity baseball and basketball but also starred in football. He was chosen captain of the football squad just before he left at the end of the '42 football season to join the Marines. DOROTHY JUNGE became captain of the exuberant Mineola cheer leaders after being on the squad for two years. She displayed her athletic ability by playing many intramural sports, and thus she became a member of the G.A.A. Music was one of Dot's interests also. She sang in Glee Club and Choristers. WILLIAM KAPPUS was musically talented. His trumpet- playing afforded him the opportunity to participate in extra-curricular activities. He could be seen marchina down the field, playing with the band, as well as seated upon the concert stage playing with the orchestra. MARJORIE KELLY found particular interest in the field of dramatics; but it wasn't just acting which attracted her. Much of her work was done backstage instead of before the footlights. However, all the students remember with pleasure the puppet shows which Margie put on. ROBERT KESSLER, better known to his friends as Bob. was well-liked by his fellow classmates. Bob could always be seen kicking a football or batting a baseball on some vacant sandlot. Although he took a great deal of interest in these sports. Bob's main ambition was to become an engineer. HARVEY KNOPF turned toward music for his extra- curricular activity. He played the trumpet in the Mineola High School Band during his freshman, sophomore and junior years. With this organization he appeared in vari- ous programs, including several Christmas and Spring Concerts. EDITH KROSTITZ, serving as a member of the Girl Reserves, was as busy helping this organization as any member could possibly have been. Although a great deal of her time was taken up by the Girl Reserves. Edith still found moments to enjoy the girls' intramurals in baseball and volleyball. 17 WILLIAM KUHN loved music, especially the Harry James variety, and was famous in high school for his trumpet. His musical ability was shown by membership in Choris- ters, Orchestra. Dance Band, and Band. Music was not Bill's only interest, as he ran on the track team for three years. JOSEPH KULIKOWSKI has a sense of humor which made him genuinely liked by his fellow classmates. Joe wasn't a noisy fellow, but one of those with a twinkle in his eye who can make a clever remark without laughing at his own joke. These qualities should make him popular wherever he goes. MICHAEL LABRIOLA was a prominent athlete in Min- eola High. He played Junior Varsity football for two seasons and during his remaining years was a backfield man on the varsity team. Mike, as he has been tagged by the fellows was also a versatile track star for his entire four years in school. JOHN LANG, alias Junior, spent much of his time while attending high school in the music room. He belonged to Glee Club and to Choristers. Junior performed with these groups in numerous Radio Revues and Christmas Concerts. The Boys' Hi-Y took up most of John's time in his junior year. GEORGE LEE was one of the auieter members of the M. H. S. student body. By quiet we do not mean that George was not talented or active. The Glee Club and Choristers appealed to George as the best way to display his singing talent. As a member of these groups. George sang in several Radio Revues. EUGENE LEONARD heeded the call of his country by joining the navy. Before joining up. Eugene thought he might be of some help in the war effort by taking the Sperry course. Basketball was the sport most to his liking in school, while hunting was one of his favorite after- school pastimes. HANNELORE LINK, a very sweet girl with a vivacious personality, attended Newtown High for three years before coming to M. H. S. However, her qualities were quickly recognized in Mineola as is proved by the fact that dur- ing her senior year she held office in several organizations. ROBERT MacVEETY, one of the prominent figures in our class, played an important part in musical activities. During his high school career he belonged to Band. Orchestra. Choristers, and Dance Band. We will never forget his pleasing manner or his willingness to argue on any subject. ANN MARINO is another Mineola girl who was very enthusiastic about sports. Baseball was perhaps her favorite, but volleyball, basketball, and a few others were on her athletic program. Through her participation in these intramural sports. Ann received the required number of credits for G.A.A. RUTH MARSH was another of those girls who was all wrapped up in sports. In her first year in school, Ruth went out for baseball and in her second year she went out for ping-pong. Basketball occupied most of her time during her junior year. These activities should keep her fit for defense. DONALD McGLYNN never let anyone go by without giving him one of his great big smiles. Donald, known as Mac. was an enthusiastic member of the Radio Revue cast for two successive years. The athletic field also held great attraction for him. Don certainly enjoyed his days on the Junior Varsity. OLIVE MOWBRAY was very interested in badminton, and she went out for it during her second and ihird years. A very unique thing about Olive is that during her four years in Mineola High she was never absent and never late. Quite a record, don't you think? 18 STEWART MOXLEY had one of the nicest dispositions in his class! He was very active as a member of the Boys' Hi-Y and as the Circulation Manager on the Question Mark staff. Sports also attracted Stewart's attention. He was on the varsity track team and acted as manager of the football team. FLORENCE NASH, better known as little Pat. was in the Gym Exhibitions for four years and belonged to the Archery Club in her junior and senior years. Pat was also on the committee that gave that super prom in June '42. She did her bit for victory as a member of the messenger service. ZYGI O'KULA. one of those cowboys who hails from way down yonder in Albertson, was always thought of as a swell guy by everybody who knew him. Zygi was a good-natured fellow who was more often seen than heard. In answer to the call of his country he joined the army after graduation. ANTHONY PALMER, a long-standing member of Mine- ola's varsity football team, was known to be one of the best tackles in the county. In his senior year he was elected co-captain of the squad. Besides his football accomplishments. Moose was an excellent shot-putter and was also active on the basketball team. HARLOW PARSONS, a friendly type of fellow, was always willing to accept responsibility. As a school air raid warden, he aided the faculty in keeping order during the many drills we had this past year. Harlow was also a member of the Boy's Hi-Y while it was in existence in Mineola High. ALBERT PHILLIPS fulfilled his greatest ambition by joining the navy. Before signing up he worked at a garage after school hours. Albie has always been a rough and tumble sort of fellow and did well in all sports. His favorite is ice-hockey, in which he plays a bang-up game as goalie. JOSEPH QUICKER was another one of those Mineola boys who was never called by his full name. He was just plain Joe to everyone, and we mean everyone, for his mischievous and witty character brought him great popularity in Mineola High. Joe left school before gradua- tion in order to join the navy. EMILY QUINN found quite an interest in the sports department, participating in volleyball intramurals for three years and badminton for one season. Business is her preferred career and from all appearances she should go places. Emily's assistance in the office was greatly appreciated. MARGARET REDLING was a grand kid with a swell disposition. She had a very nice voice, too. and used it to the best advantage in the Glee Club of Mineola High School. Margaret sang alto in the Choristers. Don't tell her we told you, but. much to her displeasure, she was also known as Ritzie. KENNETH ROBINSON was that tall, dark and hand- some member of the January class. Ken came out on top in the January Who's Who as best-looking fellow. If we may use a revised edition of Mr. Sloat's favorite say- ing, we might here add: ''Kenneth's good looks are ex- ceeded only by his winning personality. JUNE RODENBACH was the girl with the many hair styles. One day it was bangs, the next pompadour and perhaps the next it would be braids. Although her hair changed almost daily, her smile was always the same a real sweet smile for everyone, a truly rare gift. Keep smilin', June! JAMES ROGERS must find his own name foreign as he is seldom called anything but Red. He is one of Mineola's most outstanding basketball players and many times last winter he helped to pull the team through to victory. Playing on the J.V. in his first two years. Red also took an interest in football. 19 JOHN ROHWEDDER ran the half-mile on the track team for several years. In school he was well liked by every- one, and outside he took an active part in several com- munity organizations. After graduation, John decided to take a post-graduate course in M.H.S. in addition to working in the post office. EILA SANDERSON was the traveler in our class. She has visited and lived in Alabama and California with her father who is an army major. In spite of her traveling about, Eila has always come back to good old M.H.S. with many interesting and fascinating tales about her trips. RICHARD SAUSE. more often called Rich by his friends, spent all his time after school playing sand-lot football and baseball. Rich's main ambition in life is to become an engineer. In order to fulfill this wish he majored in math in high school and is now attending Duke University. KURT SCHIELKE was really an asset to our class due to his work in the music department. Kurt was best known as the dance band's ''bass man, but was equally effi- cient as a singer in the Choristers and as a clarinetist in the band. His friendly way will help him attain great success. WILLIAM SCHLICHTING was one of the comedians of our class. We have only to recall Class Night and we will remember Josh. His original play and the active part he took in the Class Will prove that he possesses a keen sense of humor, a characteristic which made him a popular fellow about school. FLORENCE SCHMIDT is a very quiet, unassuming girl, but once you get to know her, she is lots of fun. Neverthe- less. Florence has something that is more precious than gold could ever be a ready smile. Whatever else you may get, Florence, keep that smile! FREDERICK SHROEDER has a personality that would really be difficult to duplicate, for there is only one of his kind. Lots of people have queer hobbies, but Fred had them all licked. He used to spend his time in History C trying to prove that everybody else was wrong. He usually succeeded. LOUIS SCHROEDER, that man who could always be seen wearing plaid suits and flashy shirts, was an authority on guns. The reason for this was that Lou had a great deal of interest in hunting or anything connected with it. Lou spent his spare time taxiing M.H.S. students in his car. MARY SCHWARZ was a practical musician. Now there is a rare combination! Mary not only spent much time in the Music Room, but worked in the school office and on the Signet business staff. To this add a few sports and a quick mind and you have Mary Schwarz, in person! KATHERINE SHERWOOD had varied interests in high school including the Jr. Red Cross, Glee Club and girl's sports. Needless to say. sports was her favorite. Kay excelled in basketball, baseball and volleyball, and was an enthusiastic member of the G.A.A. during the last two years of her high school career. WILLIAM SICILIANO (SULLIVANO) was the cause of many cheers and shouts on the basketball court, the foot- ball field and baseball diamond. But it isn't only in sports that Shadow excelled. His forthright good nature and friendly grin will be remembered long after the touchdowns that he scored. 20 HELEN SMITH might well be called the artist of our class. Every time we held a dance she really turned out some original poster. Smitty not only can draw pretty girls, but she's a pretty girl herself, as her class verified when they voted her the prettiest in the '43 Who's Who elections. HENRY STOECKER developed an interest in science during his junior year. This interest caused Henry to become a member of the Chemistry Club and the Radio Club. Hank, as he is called by all his friends, recently joined the army. Perhaps he's now finding a use for all this scientific knowledge. CHARLES STONE was a fellow with an easy-going nature, who never got excited, but took everything as it came. Among his other attributes were a sense of humor and a long list of nicknames, including Rock. Pebble, and Rocky. We understand he was a devoted listener to as- sembly programs. ARTHUR TONJES kept busy most of the time. His main hobby was getting into trouble, and his big job was get- ting out of it again. Despite Art's love for practical jokes, his wide grin and jovial smile have kept him lots of friends. Good luck. Art. in everything. FRANK TYNER, an easy-going individual, cannot be described by words. Knowing him in school, we didn't think Dr. Cyclops got angry, but on the basketball court it was another story. Cy played intramural basketball during his second and third years. We will always re- member him as everybody's friend. JEAN WALLACE was active in practically all the sports offered for girls, but despite this fact, she still found time to exercise her talent in music. Jean was a member of the Choristers for her four years in Mineola and partici- pated in numerous musical activities. ELWYN WALSHE broke more than one girl's heart in his four years in Mineola, but he was oblivious to them all (sometimes!). Wyn buried himself in music, playing his trombone in the band, orchestra and dance band. He hopes some day to be an A-l musician. As if he isn't now! JOSEPH WEEDEN gained the friendship and respect of all those who knew him. He was quiet, but always was there when you needed him. It was Joe's ambition to join the navy, and he soon fulfilled that wish. His friendly smile will undoubtedly prove a morale booster in the navy. CHARLES WEIDLE, an up and coming fellow in the field of architecture, has studied long and hard to attain his goal. Charlie likes to play tennis and has obtained a powerful forehand smash and a deceptive slice. He enjoys making things, and for that reason took up shop work after the regular school hours. ELIZABETH WILLETT might well deserve the title of a typical American girl. She gave a large portion of her time to the best cause in the world freedom. By active membership in the Junior Red Cross, the Girl Reserves and the O.C.D. Messenger Service, she contributed her share to the war effort. LUCILLE YNGSTROM will be remembered for her beau- tiful blonde hair and lovely voice. She was a member of Choristers and appeared with that organization many times. The trios Cille sang with her sisters, and her grand imi- tations of Bonnie Baker are other highlights in her musical career. 21 JUNE CLASS, 1943 IMPOSSIBLE is un-American! That is the motto of the Class of June 1943. And how well they did live up to it! As their motto implies, nothing was impos- sible for them. The Class of June 1943 was organ- ized at the beginning of its Sophomore year. From that time on, it has never lost its enthusiasm and determination. Never before has one class contained so many dynamic personalities, schol- ars, and talented students. Of course, with such a makeup, the success of their many undertakings was inevi- table. There were dances, pencil sales, victory drives, plays, the prom, the yearbook; then class night and gradua- tion! It would be hard to leave good old M. H. S., hard to forget those hours spent in work and pleasure, hard to forget the teachers who saw them Julienne Lauber, class treasurer; Edith Pechette. secretary; Harold Ryerson. vice-president; Leonard Robinson. president. through. However, all good things must have an ending, so—- With heaviness they cast their eyes Upon the road before And still remember with sighs The days that are no more. The Whiz Kids That man's here again! 22 GRETA ADAMS, one of Mineola's Hall cops, traveled a long way to attend M.H.S. She was formerly a resident of Copenhagen. Denmark, and joined us in her sophomore year. In the spring Greta often indulges in an active game of tennis, while during the winter months her favorite sport is volleyball. SHIRLEY ALBEE, a member of the Signet Editorial Staff, is also one of those students who keep us from running wild in the halls. She belongs to the G.A.A.. El Circulo Espanol. and is vice-president of the Library Council. Last year Shirley was business manager of the Question Mark. RITA ALINK. who is known as Shorty to her friends, was a member of the Glee Club. In her first year she appeared in the Christmas and Spring Concerts with this organization. Rita is a great football fan. and loves to see a game on a crisp autumn day. She is also very keen about blues songs. JOSEPH AMODIO. a very likable fellow, pitched for the Mineola baseball team this year. The fact that this is Joe’s favorite sport may be proved by his sincere rooting for the New York Yankees, and by his thorough knowledge of baseball. Joe also participated in basketball intra- murals for two years. GLADYS ANDERSON is the girl to see if one ever has the urge to wander. She has enjoyed living in Panama for two and a half years, besides getting a peek at Haiti. These travels kept her away from Mineola until last May. Besides keeping up her scholastic work, she has belonged to several organizations. NORMAN ANDERSON is another fellow who is very in- interested in the outcome of all the Mineola games. He especially enjoys watching those hard-fought baseball games played in the spring months. For personal recrea- tion Andy bowls once a week. After graduation he will do his share by working in a defense plant. EDWARD APGAR. a carrot-topped fellow called Red, is one of those naturals in mathematics and science. This has gained him the envy of people who do not find these subjects so easy. Red has demonstrated his athletic ability as a member of the track team for the last three years. ROBERT BARNES, more commonly known about school as Doc, is the leader of the Sea Division of the Victory Corps. When a sophomore, he held the position of presi- dent of his class. He also played on that super J.V. foot- ball team of 41. and the following spring shot-putted for M.H.S. VERONA BARRY, or Ronnie, as she is called by her friends, likes sports. The athletic department has attracted most of her attention in high school. She has taken part in volleyball, badminton, ping-pong and archery. Ronnie has also been a member of the Glee Club and of El Circulo Espanol. BRUCE BAXTER might provide some competition for Rubinoff. At least we believe so, for he has acquired fame in Mineola through many fine violin solos. Bruce has played in the orchestra for his entire four years in high school, and was vice-president of that musical group during his sophomore year. HELEN BELLAS is a loyal rooter for Mineola's athletic teams, and may be seen at all the games cheering for their victory. Aside from this, she bowls regularly once c week. Helen has taken a business course in high school and is already putting this knowledge to use in the employ of her father. CHARLOTTE BISCHOFF. a tall, blond classmate, has acquired from her friends the appropriate nickname of Blondy. For outside recreation in her senior year she played in volleyball intramurals. Charlotte has taken an academic course in high school, and has especially enjoyed dabbling in Spanish and German. 23 MAXINE BLACHIAN came to us in her junior year, from Columbia High School in Maplewood. New Jersey. Max. a sports enthusiast, was on the first basketball and swim- ming team in her sophomore year. When she came to Mineola she joined El Circulo Espanol. the Girl's Hi-Y and Candy Counter Committee. JEAN BOHLEN was very active in her first year in school. She went out for hockey, baseball and ping pong and was a member of the Glee Club. She also appeared in several of the concerts. Last term Bill, as she is known to her most intimate friends, took up the Pre-Induction Course. ENID BOSSEN is one of the girls who learned how to handle a bow and arrow last year in the Archery Club. As for other activities, Enid has been a member of the Guidance Club and the Girl Reserves. In addition to keeping up with all her school work. Enid takes a business course at night. DOROTHY BRUDIE entered extra-curricular activities in full force in her second and third years, going out for volleyball. Junior Red Cross, Glee Club, and appearing in the Radio Revue. This past year Dot put everything else aside in order to devote her time and efforts to the Service Corps. DOLORES BURKARD acquired most of her credits for entrance into the G.A.A. by playing hockey and badminton and by taking part in three Gym Exhibitions. Dee, as she is sometimes called, was formerly on the staff of the Ques- tion Mark, and she was also a member of El Circulo Espanol. LAWRENCE CALLAHAN, better known about Mineola as Puffy, is a typical athlete. Last fall .he was a backfield man on the football team and then, with the arrival of the basketball season, turned his thought in that direction. In the spring. Puffy concentrated on baseball and track. ANNA CAMPANALE. or Annie as she is called, is known for her work in the M. H. S. cafeteria. Annie has been interested in sports, too. She played volleyball, badminton, and ping-pong for three years. Annie has been contributing to the war effort as a member of the Service Corps and Victory Corps. FRANK CARR might very often have been found in the Music Room. Due to his talent in tootin' the trombone, he has been kept very busy playing in the high school band, the swing band, and in the Radio Revue. However, he also has spared time to pitch for Mineola's baseball team this season. JOSEPH CONIKER. one of Mineola's drummer boys, has played in the high school Band for three years. Over the same period of time, he sang with the Glee Club and later with the Choristers. However. Joe also took an interest in baseball and Junior Varsity football, playing each for one season. PHYLLIS DAVIDOW, who answers unexpectedly to the nickname of Butch, has been interested in baseball and volleyball in the sports department and the Glee Club in the music department. Last term, Phyllis decided to take up the Pre-Induction Course that is offered here in school. LAWRENCE DAVIDSON, or Larry as he is known by his friends, has assisted Miss Austen in back stage work. This work was part of his job in the Stagers of which he was a member for two years. Larry was so eager to help Uncle Sam win the war, that he left school before gradua- tion to join the navy. CAROLINE DEL POZZO did not come to M.H.S. until her junior year. This did not hinder her extra-curricular activi- ties. for she speedily made up for lost time. Carrie was a member of the Guidance Club and made some of her after school points for membership in the G.A.A. by going out for volleyball. 24 EUGENE DENCKER came to M.H.S. from Erasmus High School in January 1942. Gene, as he was better known to classmates, left school in February of this year to do his part for Uncle Sam, and to see the world as a gob in the U. S. Navy. He leaves behind him many friends whom he won during his stay here. CAROLINE DE STEFANO has played an important part in girls' sports. Carrie at one time or another in her high school career has played basketball, volleyball, badminton and ping-pong. She has played on honor teams and has helped the girls win many victories against their rivals. SOPHIE DRASBA helps everybody out. Ask Soph any- thing you want to know; she'll know. If you are stuck on a question in homework. Soph will explain it to you. She is the manager of the business staff of our yearbook. She's president of the Service Corps, and has been on a volley- ball honor team. JEAN DUNDON has done more than her bit in the war ef- fort. For three years she has been a member of the Junior Red Cross and last September she assisted in organizing the Service Corps. However, the bow and arrow claimed some of Jeanne's interest, thus, we find she participated in archery. MARY DUNN is the girl who is always buzzing about school. Never a spare moment for Mary! She can be seen trotting to school early every morning to take charge of the Lost and Found Department established in Mineola. In her senior year. Mary participated in volleyball. ALICE EICHHORN has mastered all the tricks of first aid this year in the Junior Red Cross class of Tuesday after- noons. Previous to this, she sang with the Glee Club, taking part in the Spring and Christmas Concerts. Also, in her junior year. Alice played intramural volleyball. CHARLES ELFLEIN, or Dutch, as he is called, has been most prominent as a member of Mineola's football team. His happiest thoughts of M.H.S. are of those days when he was blocking back for the Maroon and Greys. Aside from football, Dutch has also served as a member of the Hall Patrol. MOIRA FARMER has taken a business course at M.H.S.. and that will be her future career. Moira chose athletics as her particular interest in the field of extra-curricular activities. She played ping-pong in her freshman year, and divided her time between volleyball and badminton in her sophomore year. FRANK FAULK played an important part in the dramatics department in a number of ways. His participation in the Assembly Council and Stagers shows his interest in back stage work while his membership in Thespians proves his abilities in acting. For variety, Frank has played some football. CELESTE FERNANDES has been a member of the G.A.A. for three years, which proves her A-l standing in athletics. She belongs to many other organizations, particularly the Library Council. Signet business staff and the Service Corps. Celeste is another one of Mineola's Hall Patrol. JOSEPH FORD played in our school orchestra for two years. In the line of sports he prefers swimming and golf, and is a loyal Yankee rooter. Joe left Mineola High School in April to join the navy, and he is now at the Great Lakes Naval Training Station. The best wishes of many friends go with him. EVANGELINE FOSTER (Or is it Rose? It is practically im- possible to distinguish one twin from the other.) Proves her interest in science by her membership in the Chemistry Club. She also has participated in athletics, principally in volleyball, badminton intramurals and in the exhibitions. 25 VIVIAN GREGORY is a very well-known member of the G.A.A., for there isn't one girls' sport in Mineola High that she hasn't participated in. However. Greg's range of activity is even wider than this. She played in the orchestra for two years, and is at present a candy counter girl. ROBERT GRIMES, or Bob, as he has been nicknamed by his friends, is another one of our classmates who took an interest in the Glee Club. He belonged to this organization for two years. It is also known that Bob has devoted much of his time during the past year to airplane spotting. ROSE FOSTER, one of the Foster twins, has interests similar to her sister's. She has taken most of the science subjects that have been offered in school and is a member of the Chemistry Club. As a freshman she was interested in athletics and went out for volleyball, badminton and the Gym Exhibition. LOIS FREEZE has showed considerable interest in ath- letics and music. She sang with the Glee Club for two years, and during that time she took part in both the Spring and Christmas Concerts. Lo, as she is often called, played volleyball and also participated in the Girls' Ex- hibitions. IOSEPH FRIDERICHS is the tall fellow often seen follow- ing up news for the school paper. The Question Mark. Joe has been active on this paper for the last two years, and has taken over the position of Assistant Editor. He is also a hall cop and a member of the Science Service Club. EVELYN GIULIANO may be found in the gym any time that she isn't attending a class. She is a G.A.A. member and has played hockey, volleyball and any other sport you can mention. Evelyn also is on the Signet Editorial staff and plays in the high school band. ROBERT GLODE, a former resident of Mineola. was warmly welcomed back last fall when he returned from a stay of about five years in Virginia. While attending school there he went out for football and made the team. To Robert there is nothing like a good bone-crushing game of football. GERALD GRAY was justly chosen the best-looking boy in the class. He is tall, dark and so handsome! If it is a true saying that You can judge a man by the clothes on his back, Gerald's troubles are over, for he was also chosen the best dressed in the Who's Who of the lune '43 class. ROBERT HALL is one of those fellows whom you can spot immediately as being full of fun. His laugh has probably filled every classroom in school. Bob's interest in school activities centers around the music department, for he plays in the band and has participated in the Radio Revue. DIANA HANSEN is another of our classmates who has found that athletics are her particular interest in high school. Basketball and volleyball are her especial favorites, as her regular participation in these sports has shown. Her excel- lence in volleyball earned her a position on the honor team. ELEANOR HANSEN has been nicknamed Blondy by many of her friends in the high school, but as a member of El Circulo Espanol, perhaps she should be called Rubia. Eleanor sang with the Glee Club for two years and during that time she took part in both the Spring and Christmas Concerts. MARJORY HARPER, who was vice-president of the Assembly Council in her sophomore year, now belongs to the Girls Hi-Y and the Library Council. Margie, as she is called by most of us. has also spent three of her years in high school diligently working on the Question Mark staff. 26 DOROTHY HARTE originally hailed from St. Dominic's. She came to Mineola in her junior year. During her two years at M.H.S.. Dot has joined four clubs: the Guidance Club. Girl Reserves. Junior Red Cross, and El Circulo Espanol. As a senior. Dot also went out for intramural volleyball. SYLVIA HARVEY attended Baldwin High School during her freshman year. Syl's greatest interest in high school was sports. Hockey, basketball and volleyball were her favorite games. Her other activities varied from the As- sembly Council and Publicity Committee to the Girl Reserves and the Junior Red Cross. CHARLOTTE HEAGNEY is one of those brave girls who ventured through the initiation to become a G.A.A. member. Duckie's interests were not confined to sports. In addition to playing baseball, volleyball, badminton and ping-pong, she belonged to the Girl Reserves. Junior Red Cross, Service Corps, and Glee Club. EDWIN HEINBOCKEL. better known to his friends as Ed. has been particularly interested in music at M.H.S. He belonged to the Glee Club in his freshman year and has been a member of Choristers for the past three years. Ed's hobby is radio. He hopes to put it to some use in the armed forces. HOWARD HENGERER acquired the nickname Stretch, a popular one in '43. His favorite occupation is reading. He devours any and all books. Often he may be seen in the library searching for additional material. During the time he can spare from schoolwork and reading, he is a member of the working class. JEAN HERTE can be seen selling milk in either the cafeteria or Study Hall 201 every noon. Sports take up a great deal of Jean's time. Roller-skating is her favorite, while volleyball runs a close second. Jean plans to be a stenographer after she graduates from high school. KATHERINE HENRY is one of those patient and efficient members of the Library Council. Besides being a saint to us students in distress, searching for the shortest possible book for a report. Kay was a member of the Junior Red Cross. Girl Reserves, Victory Corps. Glee Club, and Choristers. HARRY HEWEL became known as one of Mineola's out- standing musicians through his trombone playing. He has displayed his talent in the high school orchestra for the past three years. This year, Harry took to the lighter musical vein by joining the school dance band and per- forming with them in the Radio Revue. RAYMOND HOLLIDAY, or shall we say Stretch, has spent most of his time in the music department. As a member of Mr. Schwan's Glee Club and Choristers he has helped to promote our annual Radio Revue. If you should ask Ray what part of school he likes, the answer would probably be either lunch or study period. JACK HOUNSELL came to Mineola High in his sophomore year after spending two semesters in Great Neck High School. Jack takes quite an interest in sports. While he played intramural soccer as a freshman, his favorite pastimes are ice-hockey in the winter, and swimming in the summer. JOSEPH HUGHES was elected president of the class ol January '44, but decided to accelerate his course to graduate with June '43. Joe is a good-natured fellow, who is popular with Mineola students. After school hours. Joe works on a newspaper, an activity he hopes to pursue further after the war is over. DOROTHY IRMSCHER, that golden-voiced soprano, has belonged to the Choristers, and has participated in many shows with them. Dorothy is one of Miss Carnegie's helpers and is a well-known member of Hi-Y. Dot proved her talent for acting as the maid in this year's school play Every Family Has One. 27 HELEN JACKSON has confined her after-school interests entirely to the athletic department. All sports appeal to her. Whether the game be hockey, basketball or anything else, it makes little difference, for she is skilled in all. Helen's athletic talents have won her the title of Best Girl Athlete. JOAN JEFFREY has led a very active school life, as most assembly-goers know. She has appeared in the school play and numerous assembly programs. She is a member of Thespians and Assembly Council. Joan's other activities range from Glee Club and Choristers to Hall Patrol and Signet business staff. MARJORIE JOHNSON and tap-dancing are synonmous in the students' minds. It was Marjorie and her sister who entertained our student body frequently and often helped to put over a show or assembly. She not only achieved recognition in her dancing, but also in being a member of the orchestra. MITCHELL KARRO, that talented writer and actor, has put a great deal of time and effort into the dramatic pro- ductions of Mineola High. He has been rewarded by being elected president of Thespians and Stagers, and Secretary of Assembly Council. Mitchell has also made a great con- tribution to the Signet. VINCENT KELLY is indeed a staunch supporter of our high school dances. Can that fellow cut a rug! Conse- quently, Vinnie became recognized as a jumpin' jitterbug and was chosen Best Dancer by his class. However. Vinnie also excels in track as a star runner on the Mineola relay team. THOMAS KENNEDY promotes the spirit of our athletic teams by cheering them on at all games. Tom, himself, enjoys playing baseball, and after school he may be seen going off with the fellows to take part in a fast game of ball. In June Tom expects to join some branch of the armed forces. LORRAINE KIPP who was a frosh in Franklin K. Lane High School, has been in Mineola since '40. She is one of our twirlers. but this past term Lorraine has been all out for the war effort as a member of the Girl Reserves, the Junior Red Cross and the Service Corps. Her smile has won her many friends. PHYLLIS KLINE is a quiet girl. That doesn't mean that Phyllis does nothing. She is a conscientious worker. Last winter she gave many hours of her time to assist the office in programming pupils for the second term. Phyllis doesn't claim any absorbing interest, but seems to take every- thing in her stride. ADELE KNAUERHASE. known by her friends as Hazzy, was a member of the Junior Red Cross and was chosen treasurer of that group in '42. We can still remember her trying her bandage masterpieces on everybody. Hazzy was also president of the Girl Reserves and belonged to the Service Corps. WILLIAM KNIERIM has a very unusual hobby for a high school student. In his spare time he writes short stories, the majority of which are characterizations. Aside from this, Bill focuses his attention on football, baseball and basketball. In July he hopes to become a gunner's mate in the navy. MARY KNUPPEL has gone all-out for the war effort. She has devoted her after school hours to taking the pre- instruction course which is being given at M.H.S. Mary, like many other girls, is finding that she enjoys this type of work, so she intends to enter defense work after gradua- tion. EDITH KOCHEY has found athletics most to her liking in school. Aside from sports, she belonged to the Guidance Club and the Girl Reserves. If ever you want to improve your dancing, you can depend on Edie to help you out. Besides being a super dancer herself, she's a trained dancing teacher. 28 ARTHUR KRAFT is one of the fellows we could never really keep up with. We used to see him selling candy and ice cream, of which he was always his best customer. He was an able assistant to Miss Jordan in the cafeteria. At the bowling alleys he really showed some great tech- nique striking a goal of 275. MICHAEL KRAMER, better known as Bones, has joined the Merchant Marine. Mickey's great interest in sports was shown by his playing varsity football for three years and basketball in his freshman and junior year. We shall never forget Mickey as one of the chorus girls in the Radio Revue of '42. TERESE KRUG has joined the Community Division of the Victory Corps. As a member of this organization she at- tends the first aid course. Although this takes much of her time. Terese has participated in various sports during her after school hours. It is Terry's intention to go to college next fall. KATHERINE LAHM one of M.H.S.'s beautiful twirlers. has had to do some stepping this year to keep up her work in the Siqnet business staff. Girl's Hi-Y, the Prom Committee and Victory Corps. Kay has also participated in many intramural sports. In '42. the class chose Kay as their secretary. PATRICIA LAHM. that cute little redhead, holds the attention of all her friends with her sparkling smile and personality. Fluffy, as she is often called, is an active member of El Circulo Espanol. Girl Reserves and Victory Corps. Girls' sports also demand much of her spare time. ARDIS LANGE is one of the most musically talented students in M.H.S. She gained distinction as a bass violinist in our orchestra and in the All-Nassau Symphony Orchestra. Ardis acted as accompanist for the Choristers and was elected vice-president of that organization in '42. She is also an accomplished organist. NORA LANGONE has proved her ability as manager of the girls' sports activities by holding for four successive years her job as manager of the girls' hockey and basket- ball teams. This didn't keep her from entering the sports herself. We saw Nora many times taking part in the girls' athletic activities. RICHARD LARSON, has a calm, quiet manner which has gained him a host of friends in Mineola High School. His good nature is another source of his popularity. He can be depended upon to be a good listener. A glance at his picture will quickly tell you why he has received Curly for a nickname. JULIENE LAUBER was prominent in extra-curricular activi- ties. Although Julie showed a preference for sports, she devoted time to the Question Mark, the Siqnet business staff and her position as class treasurer. Then too we all remember Julie strutting before the band with the rest of the twirlers. ALFRED LAUPER is our comical Mr. Wimple. We espe- cially remember him in the Radio Revue. Remember his taking the role of the brave soldier and hen-pecked hus- band? Of course we do. and we all think of him as quite an outstanding character. He's lots of fun and extremely likable. JACQUELYN LA VISTA made her debut in the school play of 1940 and has appeared in every school play and numerous assembly programs since. A member of Thes- pians. Jackie was elected secretary this year. She was also a member of the Candy Committee, Service Corps and Siqnet business staff. DOROTHY LEONARD has recently turned toward the war effort by serving in the Junior Red Cross, the Victory Corps and the Service Corps, of which she is treasurer. Dot has also been active in the music department. As a member of the Glee Club and the Orchestra she has appeared in the Radio Revue. 29 BEULAH LIEBERMAN showed a preference for sports during her high school years. She was an active participant in basketball, volleyball, badminton, archery, and bowling. Result the G.A.A. Beulah has given her time to the war effort, too. She joined the Victory Corps, and took the first aid course. ALICE LINDSAY came to Mineola from Metuchen High School in New Jersey. It is her desire to become a nurse, and she is already doing much toward her entrance into that field. Alice is taking the first aid course taught by Miss Ball, and is devoting many hours to nurse's aide work at Nassau Hospital. CAROL LOEB did not limit her activities, but divided her interests among many fields. She sang in the Glee Club and Choristers, and appeared with them in several Radio Revues. In journalism. Carol was on the Question Mark and Publicity Committee. She also participated in many girls' sports. LOUIS LOFRESE has been one of our quietest and most good-natured classmates throughout his high school years. His easy-going nature is not carried into the classrooms, however, for Lou ranks high in his studies. This year Lou has been a member of the editorial staff of the Signet. VIRGINIA LOGAN has a very great interest in music. Her freshman and sophomore years were spent singing with the Glee Club. With this group she appeared in several of the school concerts. This past year Ginny has turned toward the Victory Corps as a way of adding her contribution to the war effort. THERESA LU VERA is that girl with a sweet and radiant smile, and a personality to go right along with it. She was active on the class committees, and as a beautiful soprano in Choristers, participated in our ever-popular Radio Revue. Don't tell her we told you. but her nick- name is Terry. GLORIA MacPHERSON is one of those people who have been bitten by the jitterbug, for Gloria just loves to dance. At practically every dance she can be seen swinging to the music of the band. Mac. as her best friends call her. has been a member of the Girls' Hi-Y and of Choristers for two years. FRANK MAJKOWSKI is not widely known by his class- mates. but is admired and appreciated by his friends, who realize that his quietness does not show a lack of sterling qualities. Many would do well to acquire his ability to keep out of trouble. For some undisclosed reason, he has been dubbed Tonto. HAROLD McALEESE. who recently joined the navy, excelled as an athlete during his high school career. Not only did Jack play varsity football for two years, but he also has done some outstanding pole-vaulting. Jack was a prominent member of the Hall Patrol in his junior and senior years. ROBERT McGOWAN has become a very prominent mem- ber of all the musical organizations. He has been in the band and orchestra for his entire four years in high school. This past year Bob seems to have taken a keen interest in the dance band, appearing with them in the Radio Revue, in which he did a solo. EILEEN McGUINTY spent three of her high school years as a reporter on the Question Mark. However, her talents were not confined to journalistic activity, for she also participated in intramural sports, and became a member of G.A.A. Eileen was one of the first persons to join the Victory Corps. ELLIOTT METZE. frequently called Metze. is well know ' for his humor. He was extremely interested in football, and made the varsity team in his junior and senior years. He was also active in junior varsity basketball. Early in February Elliott left school, and is now in service with the Navy. 30 ROSALYN MEYER, or Roz as she is often called, likes her sports as well as all the other girls. She showed a preference for basketball and qualified for the G.A.A. Aside from these athletic activities Roz was on the Ques- tion Mark for three years and sang in the Glee Club for two years. FRANK MILESKI, or Whitey as he is usually called by his friends, is an ardent skating fan. Whitey tries to learn as many dance steps as possible. His diligent work in Glee Club and Choristers is indirectly brought out in his skating, which shows timing and rhythm to be marvelled at. ROBERT MILLER belonged to the Glee Club and Chor- isters for two years and during that time appeared with them in the Radio Revue. Bob seems to have a love for the sea because he is now a member of the Sea Scouts. This training should be most useful when he joins the Navy, as he plans to do. KATHLEEN MOORE, who was formerly a student in Newtown High School, joined us in her junior year. Kay has added to Mineola's prominence through her ability in art work. At the Nassau-At-War Exposition in April she was presented with a prize for her excellent war bond poster. EUGENE MOREHOUSE is often seen about school wear- ing the red and blue jacket of the Rams. As a member of this organization he is active in all sports. However, Gene has not confined his interests to this one field, for he has also sung with the Glee Club in Mineola High School. ROBERT MOREHOUSE is the fellow belonging to all the blonde hair, freckles and congenial nature which have accompanied him throughout his school days. Bob's inter- ests in high school activities have centered around the high school Band and the Glee Club of which he was a member for two years. GLORIA MULLER devoted special attention to music during her first few years of high school. She was in the Glee Club for two years and during that time took part in the concerts. However, her interests have shifted, for Glory is now rendering her services to the Victory Corps. CHARLES MUNDER has centered his interests in music and airplanes. He has been in the high school orchestra since his entrance into M.H.S. four years ago. Charles' hobby is constructing model airplanes. He aroused student interest in this diversion by giving a demonstration in assembly last year. JOHN MURRAY is very interested in the field of mechanics and will continue to follow this line after graduation. It is his plan to attend aviation school in order to receive a master mechanics degree, and then to join the Naval Air Corps as a member of the ground crew. WINIFRED MYATT has chosen the field of music as her favorite pastime. She played the viola in the orchestra for three years. Another of her musical accomplishments is playing the piano by ear. Winifred contributed a great deal to the community through her membership in the Junior Red Cross. HELEN NIGRO has been very active on the Question Mark during her high school career. She has been a typist on this staff for the past three years. Helen also has a yen for sports, participating in volleyball and basketball, while her musical interests leaned toward the Glee Club and Radio Revue. PATRICIA O'WILLIAMS, or Irish as she is called by her friends, has been Treasurer of El Circulo Espanol for the past two years. The Hall Patrol and Publicity Group have occupied her time during her senior year. As a junior Pat was interested in archery, and was out every Monday afternoon. 31 ALAN PACKARD is definitely enthusiastic about sports. He pole-vaulted for the track team in his sophomore year. Away from school he enjoys various sports, including ice- skating. skiing, swimming, and golf. Alan is a true Giant fan. rooting for the team in success or failure. He joins the Navy in August. PHYLLIS PEAK, a vivacious cheerleader, loves sports and music. She performed in the Radio Revue with the Glee Club and Choristers. After participating in practically all sports. Phyllis joined the G.A.A. She was also on the Question Mark and Signet editorial staffs, Hi-Y, Hall Patrol, and Victory Corps. EDITH PECHETTE expended her talents principally in athletics and dramatics. As an athlete, she made the honor teams in volleyball, basketball and hockey. As a Thespian, she shone in the school play. As a leader, she was presi- dent of the Assembly Council, secretary of her class, and editor of the Signet. DELPHINE PEHLER has really gone out for sports in a big way. She played hockey, basketball, baseball, volley- ball. badminton, and ping-pong almost every year. When she was a junior, her efforts in athletics were rewarded, for she was accepted as a member of the G.A.A. that year. IRENE PETERSON, also known as Pete, was a member of the Glee Club during her first two years in Mineola High School. Singing with this organization, she appeared in the Radio Revue,. Aside from her musical interests, Pete has gone out for volleyball for three years, and basketball for one year. WILLIAM PHELON has been tagged Wild Bill by his friends. He has been a member of Hall Patrol. Stagers. Glee Club. Choristers. Signet editorial staff, and has taken part in two Radio Revues. His election to the position of head of the Air Division of the Victory Corps speaks well for his popularity. JAMES POLESSO, the Harry James of Mineola High, has displayed his well-known talents in the school dance band, the high school band, of which he was an officer in his junior year, and the Radio Revue. As the leader of his own swing band, he has made a name for himself in this vicinity as well as at school. MATTHEW PRESTI, a member of the Signet editorial staff, has divided his time between baseball and music. For four years he has played his clarinet in the high school band and orchestra. In his junior and senior years, he dis- tinguished himself in the field of baseball, playing third baseman on the team. PEARL RAFF, or Babes as she is known to her intimate friends, has shown quite an interest in dramatics. She was a Stager for two years, performed in the school play, and became a Thespian this year. As a reporter and business manager of the Question Mark, she has shown her com petence as a journalist. JOAN REILLY has a concealed flair for interior decora- tion. Her artistic inclination is not confined to this field alone, because Joan also enjoys designing and making clothes. Besides exercising these talents. Joan has been doing her stint for Uncle Sam as a member of the Service Corps. HERBERT REMSEN was one of the many seniors who left for the Navy before graduation. In his last years at Mineola, he was one of our star football players. We can still remember Bert in the Radio Revue as one of the chorus girls singing and dancing to the tune of Oh! You Beautiful Doll. EDITH REYLING was very active in the Girls' Hi-Y. and was secretary of that organization in her junior year. She was a member of the Hall Patrol. Hockey, basketball and volleyball have been her contributions to sports. She sang in the Radio Revue with the Choristers in her second and third years. 32 ALICE RHOADES has justly earned the distinction of salutatorian of her class. Shorty, as she is descriptively nicknamed by her friends, is the sage of the business world of M.H.S. Consequently, she was placed on the Signet business staff, where her talents could be employed to most advantage. ELAINE RHODES is certainly in a variety of activities in Mineola. It is difficult to say whether her main diver- sion is dramatics or journalism, for she is prominent in both fields. A fact which is not known to all her fellow students is that Lainey is an accomplished pianist, having played in many recitals. LEONARD ROBINSON, one of Mineola's athletes, has played varsity football, baseball and basketball. He has been the class president for two years and justly deserves his title of most versatile of the senior class. He expects to leave for the Naval Air Corps after graduation. RUTH ROSE, Mineola's bundle of cheer and witticism, can always be depended upon for a warm and friendly smile. She has spread sunshine in the Glee Club for three years, the Guidance Club. Service Corps and Victory Corps In the sports department Ruth favored basketball and badminton. ANN ROUSSEAU sang with the Glee Club in her fresh- man and sophomore years. We have all met her at one time or another when we have visited the Lost and Found Department in search of some missing article, for she is one of the girls in charge. Ann's favorite pastimes are swimming and movies. MICHAEL RUSCIGNO prefers baseball to any other sport. He may be seen at all the Mineola High School games, and his favorite team in the major league is the Yankees. Mike has taken the pre-induction course and in the future he hopes to get in the ground crew of the Army Air Corps. EDNA RUSSELL, voted the best looking girl in our class, has been especially active in the Hi-Y organization. In fact, she was the State Secretary this year. One of Ed's talents is her singing. She has been in the Glee Club and Choristers and has sung with several local dance bands. HAROLD RYERSON, also known as Rye, is literally a scream! As a Thespian. Harold has entertained us both dramatically and humorously in assembly programs and two Radio Revues. Harold is popular too. He has been vice- president of the senior class, and president of Thespians and Assembly Council. CHARLES SCARPONE has been working very hard at his studies lately. His ambition is to become one of the best flyers in the U. S. Army Air Corps. Between his studies. Charlie works at the Mineola Post Office. In spite of all this activity, he manages to keep up with the latest baseball news. CARL SCHLIMMERMEYER. who was president of the class in his sophomore year, has been in the school play for the past two years. In pursuing his interest in dramatics, he has belonged to both Thespians and Assembly Council. This past year Slim has also been a member of the Signet editorial staff. JOSEPH SCHREIER is another member of our class who decided to complete his schooling in a short time because of the war emergency. The pre-induction course was in- cluded in his curriculum. Joe. a popular fellow, has won many friends. As you might expect from this fact, he is very fond of social life. AGNES SEHLMEYER. better known as Buz, has sung in the Radio Revue with the Choristers for four consecutive years, uz was a member of the Ticket Committee in her third year and the Assembly Council in her first year. When time permits, there's nothing Agnes likes better than a good game of tennis. 33 PHYLLIS SHADE, otherwise known as Phyl. has been in a miscellaneous group of activities. Phyl has been promi- nent in dramatics, and is a member of Thespians. Her advertising abilities cover the Question Mark and Signet business staff. Phyl's athletic interest has centered around hockey and the G.A.A. ALICE SMITH has divided her extra-curricular interests between music and athletics. Badminton and ping-pong are her favorite sports. She has been a member of the Glee Club and Choristers, and has participated in two of our M.H.S. Radio Revues. In addition. Alice has been one of the office girls. ETHEL SMITH possesses a jolly nature in spite of that deceiving quiet manner. Although lacking a nickname, she would like to be called Freddy. Ethel was on the Question Mark staff for three years. She has been a Hi-Y member for two years, and as a senior joined the G.A.A. MARIE STARK, the best dressed girl of the senior class, has been an active member of the Girls' Hi-Y for the past three years. Mickey enjoys a fast game of ping-pong, or a cool swim in the summer time. Her main hobby is writing letters to service men in all parts of the world, a truly worthwhile pastime. JEAN STREVELL was a member of the Glee Club in her freshman year at M.H.S. Her interest in athletics centered particularly around volleyball which took up much of her spare time. As a senior. Jean has worked on the candy counter, taking our nickels and dimes for those delicious sweets. NADINE TETER is tall, vivacious, and witty. Deanie chose athletics as her medium of diversion in high school. She played hockey, basketball, volleyball, and baseball. Deanie was also on the Question Mark staff for three years, and was a member of the Signet business staff this past year. VIRGINIA TEVERINI was so well liked she was chosen leader of almost every organization of which she was a member. Ginger was assistant business manager of the Signet, treasurer and president of the Hi-Y. secretary of the Library Council, secretary, vice-president, and presi- dent of the Junior Red Cross. MARGARET VASS, formerly a student of Julia Richman High, only entered Mineola last December. In her first few years of high school, she was a member of the Chemistry Squad and the Biology Club. Margaret plans to continue her educaiton by taking the home economics course at Plattsburg. WILLIAM VERBA has a flair for mechanics, and for this reason participates in shop work. Bill enjoys taking things apart and then trying to put them together again. When he's not working hard at mathematics, you can usually find him tearing around the baseball field or the skating rink. MARIE VIAPIANO is well known for her willing co- operation and pleasant personality. Ray. os she likes to be called, played badminton and volleyball, and also sang in the Glee Club in her freshman year of high school. During her second and third years. Marie was treasurer of the Junior Red Cross. STANLEY WALKOWSKI enjoys several sports. There is nothing he likes better than a thrilling game of baseball or a round of golf. Stan, as he is called by his friends, took the pre-induction course under the supervision of Mr. Richardson, and after graduation he intends to join the marines. 34 MINERVA WATKINS has attended Mineola High for only two years. Previous to that, she attended the R. R. Motor High School in Farmville. Virginia. In her second year, she was president of her class and was vice-president of the ?. fl. News, an officer in the Glee Club and captain of a baseball team. IRENE WATTS frequents the gymnasium more than any other place in school. Irene has been on two honor teams in volleyball and hockey and hcs been captain of a base- ball team. She earned her entrance into the G.A.A. in her sophomore year. Basketball and badminton were also in her sports program. LOUISE WELCHER is one of the all around girls in school. Lou belongs to many clubs including El Circulo Espanol. Service Corps, Girl Reserves and the Publicity Group. Louise is well-known in the gym. She is a qood player and has played almost every sport that our school offers to girls. CLARENCE WHELLER accelerated his schedule to catch up with the class of June '43. To prepare himself to take part in the war effort. Mike included the pre-induction rourse in his training. He was a staunch supporter of all Mineola teams, and never missed a football or baseball game if he could help it. EDWARD WHITELAW. like most others bearing the same name, is called Ed. His main diversion is the track team, and he has concentrated all his efforts on this sport for the past three years. Ed runs on the relay team which last year was one of the fastest in the country. He should be able to catch a Jap! NAN WHITTENDALE. our own Nancy Lee, has partici- pated in practically every type of activity in M.H.S. but principally sports, publications, and art. It is known that she played on the hockey honor team, was a desk editor of the Question Mark and is at present art editor of the Signet. JUNE WILLIANS has participated in many clubs and has shown her musical ability by singing in the Glee Club. Choristers, and at Concerts. She is in the Guidance Club. Girl Reserves. Junior Red Cross and Service Corps. With all these activities it is wondered if June ever has any time for herself. JANE WINDSOR, a sweet and talented blond, is truly a versatile musician. Jane has ably played the cello in the school orchestra for four years and has taken part in four concerts. She is also an accomplished pianist, has sung in the Glee Club and Choristers and has participated in the Radio Revue. EUGENE ZENDLER has always been interested in things pertaining to the sea. As a member of the Sea Scouts, he belonged to the crew of Ship 17 for a number of years. Then, this past term. Gene left Mineola High to join the Navy. He is now stationed at the Great Lakes Naval Training Station. JEAN ZIEGLER has a beautiful soprano voice which made her a prominent member of Glee Club and Choristers. She has appeared with these organizations in four Radio Revues. Jean was also one of our drum majorettes in her second and third years. In athletics, she has found volley- ball much to her liking. DORIS ROBINSON, a petite brunette, won many friends by her charming, quiet manner. Although unable to take part in extra-curricular activities, Doris was a loyal sup- porter of Mineola. It was with keen regret that the class learned of her death last summer. They felt the loss of her winning smile. IN MEMORIAM DORIS ROBINSON DIED 35 JULY 1942 JANUARY 1944 OFFICERS JUNE 1944 OFFICERS THE CLASS on to victory! is the cry of the Vy Class of January, 1944, as they continue their march through the cor- ridors of Mineola High, leaving behind them multifarious successes. When the class entered the portals of good old M.H.S. in January, 1940, upper- classmen all over the building groaned How can a class that small be any- thing but a failure, a disgrace? Abashed and shy these students crept warily through their freshman year, but then suddenly, someone among them started the offensive with their battle- cry Quality, not quantity! There was no stopping them once they had begun. First they organized, but within a few months, bright copper and silver coins were jingling their way merrily into the class treasury. Then in February, 1943, these stu- dents looked ahead and with a sudden jolt realized that graduation was only a year away. Calling a meeting together, they nominated candidates, discussed and argued about the qualities of the students under the public eye, and finally cast ballots for their senior class officers. When the final vote was taken, it was discovered that Charles Stephen- son was president; Jenny Drivas, vice- president; Mary Brewi, secretary and William Michaels, treasurer. JANUARY 1944 OF 1944 Then started six months of spirited and enthusiastic work. It will be a long time before Mineola High students will forget that very different Host and Host- ess Dance that this class staged under the supervision of Miss Gertrude Hall during the spring term. It was utterly unlike any former dance inasmuch as partners were promised to all the girls and fellows who attended. When the returns were counted, the class officers eagerly tallied another social and eco- nomic success on the history card of the Class of January 1944. These students have six more months to spend under the roof of M.H.S.—a six months that will undoubtedly be profitable not only to the students them- selves, but also to the high school, which, after all, is only a reflection of the students it harbors. With such a class as the above for one's predecessor, it would be rather dif- ficult to maintain the tradition set up. Did the students of the class of June, 1944, falter at such an idea? You can bet your life, they didn't! With vigor and ambi- tion aplenty, this class organized early in their high school career under Miss Rosemary Ball, the class advisor, and proceeded to fly swiftly from one social success to another, causing a constant flow of surprise and admiration from outsiders who wondered at their ex- uberant spirits and friendly coopera- tion. John Meeker leads the class as presi- dent, and is ably assisted by the vice- president, Helen Chase. Muriel Feron, in her position as secretary, jots down the minutes of the meetings, and Harold East, treasurer, is kept busy counting the many pecuniary returns of the class's affairs. The latest social adventure of the class was the Club Holiday Dance which proved to be an overwhelming success. Hundreds of Mineola's gay lads and lassies danced to sweet music under soft romantic lights in the casual environment of a night club. Pretty rosy-cheeked, young girls (members of the Class of June, 1944, of course) served refreshments to those present at dimly-lighted tables. Naturally all this took place, not in the Stork Club or the Latin Quarter, but in Mineola's own Music Room, the scene of many a gay time and jolly affair. The graduating seniors of January and June 1943 feel perfectly safe in entrusting to the hands of these fellows and girls the immediate future of Mineola High. JUNE 1944 THE CLASS THE sages and bards haven't said much about sophomores but we would like to distinguish between the two by saying that sophs are just like freshmen only with more experience. Only the soph can sneer at the poor freshman and say Gee, freshmen get worse by the year! The junior can't because he's too busy trying to become a senior and the senior can't because he's too busy trying. The class of 1945 is not immune to sophomoristic traits, but it has already started to make a name for itself. It is no uncommon occurrence to see that one of their members has distinguished himself on the athletic field or that someone else has made a successful debut in assembly. January '45 has chosen the following officers: Jack Woods, president; Grace Rutan, vice-president; Florence Massa, secretary; and Daniel McAlinn, treas- urer. OF 1945 The shock of the first glimpse of high school life passed, the freshmen find themselves, not a part of an indistin- guishable mass, but individuals. After learning how to use a locker and in- venting a few excuses, they begin to show signs of development. Slowly at first, and then with a desire for more action, clubs and teams are joined and the class of 1946 is on its way. Their genuine school spirit cannot help but bring them success. OF 1946 WITH the coming of September, the faculty and upper classmen watch the passing parade of incoming freshmen. The halls of M.H.S. are again seething with a multitude of bewildered and very much abashed members of the student body. Gradually, they get up enough courage to ask an upper classman where the cafeteria is, and after being told to follow their noses, end up in the boiler room. THE 40 ACTIVITIES ASSEMBLY COUNCIL. Seated: R. Rose, S. Harvey. N. Dunleavy. R. Speck, E. Pechette. L. Naftalis. Standing: E. Conlin, A. Morrison. N. Domnitz, E. Rhodes. H. Ryerson. J. Billings. T. Cohen. R. Nei- meyer. K. Hagerty, G. Rutan. PUBLIC APPEARANCES BEHIND every great event there is something or someone who never receives the proper attention. In the case of Mineola, it is the Assembly Council. It is this organization that is solely responsible for the programs given in Assembly. Behind the council is Miss Austen, the advisor, urging it ever onward. The student body takes this worthy group too much for granted. Little do they realize how much work and effort it takes to produce what appears to be a simple assembly pro- gram. Plays have to be read, casts have to be rounded up, and announcements have to be made. The council is not open to all students. A limited number of members is chosen by Miss Austen on the basis of their ability and interest in theatrical work. After a full year of service, each member is given an emblem. As a matter of enlightenment, there are two councils. One serves the freshmen and sophs and the other is a slave to the wills of juniors and seniors. In the Senior Assembly Council Edith Pechette holds the post of president, Elaine Rhoades, vice-president, and Mitchell Karro, secretary. The officers of the Freshman Assembly Council are Ralph Speck, president, Richard Neimeyer, vice-president and Nancy Dunleavy, secretary. 41 These groups meet on different days of the week, and since their work is not devoted to the same programs, they rarely come in con- tact with one another. However, at Christmas time the two councils unite their efforts to plan the annual faculty tea which has, in previous years proven so successful that it has now be- come one of the traditional events in Mineola High School. The tea is given in an atmos- phere of Christmas festivity and never fails to be a delightful success. In view of this fact, we must advance our own axiom that not all good projection men go to Hollywood. Here in good old (well old any- way) M. H. S. we have a flock of boys who de- vote a large share of their free time to making the classroom a little more pleasurable. Mix several willing boys with a good leader, add an incentive, stir in a movie projector, and up comes the M. H. S. Projection Squad. The will- ing boys constitute the squad and the leaders are Mr. Terry and Teddy Chrystmos. The boys not only handle the movie side of the situation, but also see that the public ad- dress system is in working condition. The cus- tomary singing at the end of each assembly program is made possible thru the work of this organization. Without it there would be no (almost no) social life at Mineola. Then there is another group of fellows from whom you can hear such language as this: O.K. Mitch. Lash the flats and brace the jog! Hillary, kill the baby! Wholesale murder in the auditorium of M. H. S.? Cold-blooded cut-throats running loose in the corridors? What's up? Hold on to your seats, folks! It's just another one of those sparkling and different behind the stage scenes, so common to the professional, and so alluring and novel to the amateur. The Stagers, an organization instructed and directed by Miss Jane Austen, the dramatics coach, spend their time fulfilling the old say- ing, The show must go on. Make-up, sound- effects, lighting, scenery, properties, curtains— all these are just a part of the day's work for these students who make assembly programs really successful. They take care of all the little details—the ones that seem inconsequen- tial to the casual bystander, but that, in reality, make the wheels go 'round. Without these Stagers, the best play enacted by the best stars would fall flat; with them, no aim, no goal, is too high! PROJECTION SQUAD. H. Williams, D. Heydon, P. STAGERS. F. Faulk, L. Cohen, H. Billings, M. Karro. L. Davidson. Echausse. T. Chrystmos. 42 ON THE STAGE THESPIANS. Sealed: P. Shade. E. Rhodes, J. LaVista, J, Jeffrey. Standing: F. Faulk, M. Karro, R. Speck. H. Ryerson. IN New York we have the Theatre Guild, in Russia we have the Royal Theatre, and in Mineola we have the Thespian Organization. Troop 276 of Mineola is one of the many high school dramatic societies throughout the nation comprising the National Thespian Association of the United States. We will not take time to go into the details of the origin of this club here, as it is only necessary to know that the Thespians do exist and function in Mineola and that it is this organization composed of the out- standing dramatic talent of M. H. S. which pro- vides us with the best entertainment through- out the school year. Despite the many handi- caps brought about by the war. this organiza- tion still carries on the true tradition of the theatre. Through the able coaching of Miss Jane Austen, the Thespians perform in our many assembly programs. Once during each school year the Thespians combine their talents to give the Thespian Matinee. The money taken in is used to buy a medal and pins for the graduating Thespians. The medal is awarded to the person who has done the most for dramatics during his high school life. The win- ner need not be a member of the organization, as the medal is awarded solely on the basis of dramatic participation. One of the highlights of the Thespian year is the installation. At that time each aspirant, who must have eighty speeches to his credit, delivers a short recitation to prove his qualifica- tions. After the recitations are given, the newly- pledged Thespians are formally accepted into the troop in an impressive ceremony carried out in the dim, mysterious glow of candle light, with the present members dressed in cere- monial gowns. After the formal ceremony, the new members are entertained at a social. Due to war regulations this ceremony has been simplified for the duration. This year thirteen actors and actresses made the grade, became members of this organiza- 43 CAST OF EVERY FAMILY HAS ONE. Left to Right: R. Rose, J. LaVista, D. Irmscher, J. Billings, M. Karro, H. Ryerson. P. Ferguson. P. Raff. C .Schlimmermeyer. E. Pechette. B. Dias, R. Speck. tion, and thus achieved the ultimate goal of their dramatic careers in Min- eola. They were Hillary Billings, Betty Dias, Nancy ., Dunleavy, Dorothy Irm- scher, Lorraine Naftalis, ’ ------Richard Neimeyer. Edith Pechette, Pearl Raff, Carl Schlimmermeyer, Rosalind Rose, Elaine Conlin, Pat Ferguson and Jack Faivus. The initiation fee entitles each member to a year's subscription to the National Thespian Magazine. So much for the trials and tribulations of the Thespians. They are really a worthwhile or- ganization doing their best to promote dra- matics in high school. One of the best opportunities for display of present and future Thespian talent is the school play. Every year, as sure as the sun rises, Mineola has a school play. The play, given for the benefit of the senior class, seldom fails to be a great success. It is always something to put on your must go to list. This last play was, we think, pretty good. In fact we think it was very clever. The plot dealt with the snooty wife who wanted to make a good impression and the wise grandma who spoiled everything. The cast embodied such M. H. S. notables as Mitchell Karro, Jacqueline LaVista, Edith Pe- chette and Harold Ryerson. Several new names appeared on the program this year. Pearl Raff and Betty Dias, supported by Dorothy Irmscher did fine characterizations, Ralph Speck took on a new role, that of a spurned lover; while Carl Schlimmermeyer was the lucky man to win the cherished hand of Pat Ferguson. Rosalind Rose fitted perfectly into the part of the family brat. Hillary Billings played the mild father who didn't know what was going on. Oh, by the way, the play was called Every Family Has One. It was first given at North- western University and was written by one of their student body. The finished product is a far cry from the long hours spent to whip the play into shape. The members of the cast use up one pair of shoes after another, repeat lines until their voices are just a whisper, and soon appear to be taking on in every day life the manner of the character they are portraying. Under the guidance of Miss Austen, the play emerges from the dark days of its creative stage with brilliance. All the unpleasantness and hard work passes into oblivion; only the thrill of the final performance remains. 44 PUBLICITY GROUP. Front Row: N. Whittendale. S. Harvey. J. Berbrich. Back Row: P. O'Williams, M. Gould. C. Loeb, E. Rhodes. NEWS AND MORE NEWS ALL those pupils who possess a love for writing articles have the opportunity to display their talents in one of M. H. S.'s jour- nalistic organizations. II you have read Newsday or some other local newspaper lately, you must have seen some very interesting news articles about Min- eola High. Every week the members of the Publicity Committee write articles on all the activities in the school and send them to many nearby newspapers. Then, there is the Question Mark, our school newspaper, which is a very important feature in the lives of all the students. The staff of this publication works very hard not only in writing QUESTION MARK STAFF. Seated: L. Naltalis, H. Jacobs, A. Wright, P. Raft. E. Isele. K. Hagerty. J. Quicker. R. Lindsey. B. Wolverton. G. Lehman. Standing: R. Speck, R. Aksel. H. Frank. P. Ferguson. E. Conlin. C. Kramer. M. Werner. J. Wolverton. J. Friderichs. 45 EDITORIAL STAFF. Front Row: P. Peak, N. Whittendale. S. Albee, E. Rhodes. M. Blachian, E. Giuliano, E. Allen. Back Row: R. MacVeety, L. Lofrese, J. Berbrich, W. Phelon, E. Pechette. M. Karro. C. Schlimmermeyer. J. Gilroy. M. Presti. assignments, searching for news, and obtaining advertisements, but also, in wheedling sub- scription money from the freshmen and some of the upper classmen besides. On the day the paper is released, every stu- dent turns first to Ici Et La, the gossip column. However, no one is satisfied until he has read the paper from cover to cover. Another enjoyable activity in Mineola High is the publishing of the Signet by the seniors. The business staff uses all its efforts to obtain money through advertising and subscriptions, while the editorial staff discusses plans and ideas which will make the book attractive and interesting. Then the layout is planned, pic- tures are taken, articles are written and rewrit- ten, and at last the Signet goes to press. SIGNET BUSINESS STAFF. First Row: V. Teverini. M. Schwarz, J. Jeffrey, J. LaVista. K. Moore. J. Adamson. Second Row: P. Shade. N. Teter, D. Chrystmos. H. Link. Third Row: E. Walshe, J. Lauber, C. Fernandes, S. Drasba. K. Lahm, H. Ryerson. 46 WORK AND PLAY THE Color Guard has made a place for itself in school. This newly organized group consists of four boys and an escort of nine girls, who have all been trained by Mr. Stott in drill- ing and shooting. They made a striking ap- pearance last fall marching up the football field before the band. COLOR GUARD AND ESCORT. Front Row: R. Cornwell, G. Bunce, R. Cochran. D. Heydon. Second Row: J. Fischer. A. Picon. E. Galbraith, A. Pinelli. Third Row: W. Welcher. J. Grandwilliams. D. Nelson. The Girl's Hi-Y is still one of Mineola's lead- ing organizations. Under the leadership of Vir- ginia Teverini, their president, and Miss McClel- lan, their advisor, they held a Bundle Week which proved very successful. The Hi-Y was part of the mechanism put in motion to get your necessary victuals for your table, and oil GIRLS' HI-Y. Front Row: E. Merritt. P. Cook. H. Lang, V. Teverini. E. Smith, S. Harvey. N. Whitten- dale. D. Geiger, G. MacPherson. Back Row: A. Fuller, B. Chase, F. Jaworowski, D. Irmscher, M. Klarmann, E. Russell, P. Shade, E. Allen, F. Massa, P. Ferguson, E. Conlin. 47 for your heating plants, for they were the very able assistants of the faculty in handling the rationing this year. The Girl Reserves, a junior branch of the Y.W.C.A., strive to develop excellent character and a spirit of friendship. Miss Doedeyns, ad- visor, and Adele Knauerhase, president, assist them in this work. The Library Council, a group of sixteen mem- bers, assist Miss Carnegie in the library shelv- ing books, checking the ineligible list, taking back the slips and helping one select books. All in all they save Miss Carnegie a lot of work. The Science Service Club is an organization of students chosen for their ability by Mr. Gould and Miss Williams to assist the teachers with experiments and demonstrations in class and to help students with their work. GIRL RESERVES. Front Row: D. Chrystmos, A. Knauerhase, S. Harvey. H. Link. Back Bow: L. Kipp. P. Bambrick. H. Jacobs, L. Welcher. LIBRARY COUNCIL. Front Row: J. Quicker. J. Klaus. S. Albee. D. Irmscher, J. Drivas, J. Adamson, M. Ottevanger. Back Row: E. Mer- ritt. J. Kelly. K. Henry. H. Lang. C. Kramer, V. Teverini. M. Harper. C. Fernandes. J. Kessler. SCIENCE SERVICE CLUB. H. Williams, D. Heidtman. H. Sorhus. I. Krause. Standing: R. Neimeyer. E. Foster. R. Foster. 48 CANDY COUNTER GIRLS. R. Aksel. J. Adam- son. J. LaVista. J. Berbrich. D. Irmscher, G. Boyd. E. Merritt. JUNIOR RED CROSS. Lett to Riqht: T. Hoelle. K. Henry. G. Boyd. P. Quinn, J. Williams, S. Harvey. D. Chrystmos. J. Cleator. D. Harie. EL CIRCULO ESPANOL. Front Row: H. Koch. E. Isele, M. Ottevanger, E. Merrill. P. O'Wil- liams. S. Albee. Back Row: D. Haite, T. Hoelle, P. Koch, C. Fernandes. J. Feageans, B. Free. A. Koch. The Candy Counter girls have been hit hard by all this rationing. Their candy supply has been cut severely. In spite of that, we have found them at all the games and in the lunch- rooms selling what they have with a smile. The Junior Red Cross under the supervision of Miss Becken have collected books for the Victory Book Drive and have assisted in mak- ing water proof bags for the shipment of surgi- cal dressings. Their contributions toward the war effort are worthy of considerable praise. El Circulo Espahol, the Spanish Club, has taken the high school by storm under the able guidance of Miss Baiardi, advisor, and Eleanor Merritt, the president. The future Spanish good- will ambassadors have not only spoken Span- ish but have taken to acting. They entertained the soldiers stationed at Roosevelt Field with an entire Spanish program—rumbas, congas, music and songs. The audience loudly ap- plauded this performance. 49 HALL PATROL. Front Row: P. Peak. S. Albee, G. Anderson, C. Fernandes. J. Jeffrey. C. Kramer. Middle Row: E. Walshe. R. McVeety. H. McAleese. J. Gilroy. E. Reyling. E. Allen. P. Shade. E. Russell. P. O'Williams. H. Link. Back Row: M. Karro, C. Stephenson. W. Phelon. J. Fridericks, F. Schroeder. Those strict directors of traffic, known as the Hall Patrol, are all either advanced juniors or seniors. Their job is not an easy one consider- ing the many dashing and lively people in Mineola. When the members of the Guidance Club get out in the world, it won't be hard for them to get jobs. After taking shorthand from Miss Phil- lips, typing, filing records and doing general office work, Guidance Club members will find the business world easy. It's not all a grind, however, because they try to have a social ac- tivity every two months. When school opened in September last year, a group of seniors, under Miss Oprandy organ- ized the Service Corps. Looking very smart in their blue and white outfits, the girls go about their work pertaining directly to the war effort. GUIDANCE CLUB. Sealed: E. Isele, P. Bambrick. H. Link. Standing: D. Chryst- mos. H. Frank, R. Stevens. J. Williams. T. LuVera. L. Kipp. SERVICE CORPS. First Row: E. Willett. J. Dundon. D. Irmscher. C. Fernandes, H. Link. L. A. Brudie. J. Adamson, L. Kipp. Second Row: J. Williams, N. Langone, D. Leonard, E. Giuliano. S. Drasba. P. Bambrick. D. Chrystmos. Top Row: L. Welcher, A. Rousseau, H. Oprandy. J. LaVista, K. Moore. MINEOLA High School has every right to be proud of the magnificent band representing the school in the past few years. This group of fifty boys and girls comprising the 1943 band especially deserves much praise and mention. At the football games they not only played like professionals, but marched well and performed first class college-like formations with precision. Besides adding color to our football games, the band gave a great account of themselves in Memorial Day assembly, at patriotic parades and events in the village, at the Christmas Concert, and at the Spring Concert. To prove that they were truly musicians, they gave four concerts in the Min- eola Park during the summer. Last, but not least, they escorted draftees to their trains on half a dozen occasions. So all hail to the band, one of the best high-school bands on Long Island! Mineola's orchestra is a credit to the school and to itself. Forty-five busy music-makers worked hard this year with ex- cellent results. They entertained us in assemblies, gave note- worthy performances at the Christmas Concert, at the school play, at graduation and at the Spring Concert. The orchestra delighted us all in its concerts with a diversified program. From selections from Tannhauser by Wagner to Giannina Mia by Friml; from Victor Herbert to Sibelius; there was a musical dish to please each and every appetite. The Dance Band was extremely fortunate in having such an able conductor and arranger of music, Mr. Clark Bowlby, as its director. The band performed in many assembly pro- grams and provided dance music for all our dances. The future Harry James, Jimmy Dorseys and Sammy Kayes swung BACH OR DORSEY Captions for Pictures in this Sec- tion may be found on Pages 76 and 77. CHORISTERS 51 and swayed while the gang hey-heyed to everyone's satisfaction. The band also entertained at a U.S.O. party at which several of the best acts of the Radio Revue were given. Pat Ferguson and Elaine Conlin were right there with the band, as they always are, for what band is complete without super soloists? Sing a song of sixpence, A pocket full of rye, Sixty song birds Baked in a pie (By Mr. Schwan). When the pie was open. They all began to sing. DANCE BAND ORCHESTRA 52 And brother, how they did sing! The dulcet voices of the choristers filled the auditorium on many occasions, at assembly programs, at the Christmas and Spring Concerts, and at the Radio Revue. The Christmas season would not have been complete without the annual carol-singing by the Choristers at the Christmas Concert. The Hallelujah Chorus from The Messiah by Han- del was indeed a treat. At the Radio Revue, the Choristers' rendition of Mr. Bowlby's arrangement of Everything I Love won thunderous applause. Mr. Schwan, our veritable one-man musical institution, Mineola's Tos- cannini, Lawrence Tibbett and John Phillip Sousa combined, did his usual splendid job in organizing and directing our Orchestra, Band, and Choristers. BAND THE ATHLETICS THROUGHOUT the school year, in the spring, fall, or winter, there is some interesting sport to occupy the minds of those formidable Mineola athletes. M. H. S. is always striving for a championship, and so Coach Hafner sees that the fellows work hard. In the fall, the Varsity may be seen out on the football field performing a series of muscle- splitting calisthenics, running through plays, heaving passes, tackling—in general, getting quite a workout. Besides this daily practice from three to five-thirty, the boys have some mighty acute brain work to juggle with, for the game requires a thorough knowledge of every signal and play in the book. Mental alertness is essential. Thus, we find these seri- ous and determined expressions in study hall. When old man winter rears his frigid head, the football season, along with the other ele- ments, is frozen to a standstill. Interest shifts to the gym. Basketball now becomes the chief diversion and the boys spend the winter keep- ing up a ferocious dribble. As the early butterfly jubilantly emerges from its cocoon in the spring, so the M. H. S. baseball team breaks forth from its long period CHEERLEADERS. Front Row: H. Lang, D. Foley. P. McGurl. P. Peak. D. Junge. Back Row: R. Rogers. B. Rogers. J. Murphy. H. Chase, M. Feron, M. Gottfried. J. Scupholm, J. Hage, V. Guldi. of hibernation. They hopefully face the new season with its multitude of thrills, disappoint- ments, and successes. Closely following on the heels of the base- ball squad comes the track team, entering a new season of hopes and broken records. There is nothing more elating to the contestant or spectator than a victorious track meet with its accompaniment of straining tendons, physical power, and the exertion of that last ounce of energy. In defeat or victory, the teams must maintain high morale, for morale is that certain some- thing which keeps men going despite all odds. The cheerleaders, under the guidance of Miss Gregory, have enthusiastically led the rooters in life-giving cheers which have kept up the morale and incited the team to many a victory. It is the cooperation of all concerned which has acquired distinction for Mineola in the field of athletics. June closes another cycle in sports, to be taken up again in another semester with new figures, new faces, and new ideas. 55 FOOTBALL. First Row: L. Robinson. R. Ouderkirk. M. Labriola. B. Remsen. C. Elflein, M. Kramer, C. Hall. Second Row: W. Sullivano. E Tyner, H. Broderick, J. Meeker, C. Stephenson, L. Bruchsel, D. Leahy. Third Row: T. Feeley, R. Ranno, R. Benenati, L. Brown. H. McAleese, T. Palmer. Fourth Row: D. Herd. G. Drivas, R. Moxley. THE Mineola football team, coached by Mr. Hafner and Mr. Connors, was composed almost entirely of new players with only four veterans. Here are the names of the varsity players: Jones, Leahy, McAleese, Elflein, Kramer, Remsen, Hall, Bernhardt, Furman, Palmer, Robinson, Meeker, Labriola, Stevenson, Broderick, Sullivano, Callahan, Ouderkirk, Ty- ner, Feeley, Brown, Benenati, and Lopez. Those who left for the armed services at the end of the season were Labriola, Bernhardt and Jones. The Mineola football team seemed to have started the season in excellent form. They scored a touchdown within the first five min- utes of the first quarter due to a Baldwin fumble on the kick-off. However, in the fourth quarter, Baldwin succeeded in scoring a touchdown, thus ending the game in a tie. The game between Mineola and Lawrence was very undecided until the final whistle blew. In the last minutes of the first half, Don Leahy of Mineola intercepted a Lawrence pass and ran the ball into scoring territory. Due to a penalty, Mineola lost its scoring opportunity. Lawrence won 2-0 on a safety in the second half. The team displayed great offensive power when they played against Great Neck. Don Leahy, Charles Jones and Jack McAleese shared in the scoring honors. The most breath- 58 taking part of the game was the play when Charles Jones completed a 100-yard sprint for a touchdown. The final score was Mineola 40, Great Neck 7. Mineola seemed to have retained some of its scoring power from the previous game. The team scored three touchdowns and held St. John's Prep to one touchdown. In the closing minutes Coach Hafner sent in the second team who did themselves proud by supporting a 19- 6 win over St. John's. The game between Mineola and Glen Cove was hard-fought. Each team had its oppor- tunities to score, but all failed to materialize. In the final minutes Glen Cove almost obtained a lead by scoring through an intercepted pass. Suddenly a jolting, unexpected field goal gave the game to Glen Cove with a 3-0 victory. It was a cold day when Mineola and Hemp- stead carried the pigskin. Mineola looked good at first, but when John Bernhardt was injured in the first half, the team seemed to lose confi- dence. Hempstead led during the entire game, but Mineola managed to corner a touchdown in one of the final plays. Sad but true, the powerful Hempstead squad finished off with 19 to Mineola's 7. Keep it clean! The event between Mineola and Freeport was an exceedingly one-sided affair, and not in Mineola's favor. Mineola held Freeport to one touchdown in the first half, but the latter went wild and in the second half ran five touchdowns to take the game 26-0. Long may it wave! Funning ’em ragged. FOOTBALL season over, the student body turned toward basketball, and speculated on the team's chances. Comments were fairly optimistic, for Coach Hafner had three veterans, Duck Leahy, Red Rogers, and Jack Woods, around to build this season's team. And so the season started!! Although the first league game was lost to Hicksville, in the second game Woods, Leahy, Sullivano, Rogers and Feeley took over and beat Hicksville on our own court with a score of 28-26. The next victory for Mineola came at the expense of Sea Cliff. Paced by Woods and Leahy, Mineola led at the half, and retained this lead in the second half for a well-earned victory. As usual, our team's good showing served to heighten the suspense and excitement for the forthcoming game with Garden City on January 15. This game, between traditional rivals, always promises a top brand of basket- ball. This year's game proved no exception and a hotly-contested game was fought on Garden City's court. Mineola was leading, 30- 29 at the end of the regular playing time, when a technical foul shot for Garden City tied the game and sent it into its first extra period. Again Mineola's fighting spirit sent them ahead, with a foul by Jack Woods and a field goal by Red Rogers. Garden City, however, just couldn't be shaken off. and they tied the score at 33-33. This sent the fans into a frenzy, and the game into another sudden-death overtime period. To the dismay of Mineola fans. Garden City gained two points in a de- cisive play, thus breaking the deadlock. It was a tough one to lose, but it was well-fought with terrific tension upon the players throughout the whole game. The following game with Manhasset rang down the curtain on the basketball careers of Duck Leahy and Jim Rogers, both of whom had been greatly responsible for Mineola's previous victories. Predominating in this game throughout its course, they paced the team to an 18-12 lead at the end of the half. During the 58 second half, our team outscored Manhasset 17- 8, bringing the final score to 35-20. Jim Rogers emerged high-scorer with a total of 13 points. With the end of the January term, the ab- sence of Rogers and Leahy left the team woe- fully lacking in height, an important factor in the success of any basketball team. This weak- ness was somewhat offset by the use of fast- breaks and frequent substitutions. The first game after graduation was with a formidable Glen Cove team at the opponent's court. Mineola, flashing a speedy game, surged to a 5-4 advantage in the first quarter. The end of the half found the maroon and grays trailing by a mere point. During the last half, however, Glen Cove gained the advantage and outscored our team 15-7. The game finally ended with a score of 30-21, Glen Cove's favor. Jack Woods, of Mineola, and Charles Sumszih, of the Coves, tied for the high-scoring honor. They had each garnered 12 points. There was nothing shameful about this defeat, for it had been hard-fought, and the Coves were leading the division undefeated. The next scheduled game was with Port Washington on our home court. This was one of those see-saw affairs. The teams were at a 4-4 deadlock during the first eight minutes of play, but Mineola fell back to trail 10-9 at the half. The game continued thus until Mineola found itself on the losing end of a 21-20 score with less than two minutes to play. Port finally went ahead to win 25-21. A few breaks might have turned the tide, but then, that's basketball! The Maroon and Grays were led in this game by Feeley, who had just returned to the team after an illness which kept him from a few of the previous games. He led the team with 8 points, while Sullivano closely followed with 6 points. After the passing of the Port Washington game, excitement again ran high as we looked forward to our second clash with Garden City. Garden City had also suffered through gradua- tion, and so a tight game was expected. From the opening tap-off, Mineola trailed Garden City, winding up on the short end of a 19-11 score at the half. However, the team staged a comeback and, with ten seconds left in the fourth quarter, we trailed by one basket. A set-shot by Bill Sullivano tied the score at 28-28, and for the second straight game with Garden City, an overtime period was called. The Mineola fans were at a high pitch now. It seemed that luck was running in our favor. But history repeated itself, and a lay-up shot gave Garden City another overtime win over Min- eola. The final score was 30-28 in favor of those four-leaf-clovers from Garden City. Following the Garden City game, the team traveled to Manhasset. Mineola trailed for three periods before they began to whittle down Manhasset's lead. On the strength of two field goals in the final quarter by Jack Woods, Min- eola gained a triumph, with a score of 26-24. Jack Woods and Bill Sullivano led the winners with 10 and 8 points respectively. The basketball season proved less successful than some we have known, but it cannot be de- nied that due to the efforts of Coach Hafner, the team fought hard, and provided its share of close-game thrillers. The two Garden City games will give basis to that fact. After com- pleting a fair season, we wish a deserving Coach an even better season next year, per- haps a championship. Besides the loss of players through gradua- tion the team's ranks were more depleted when several of the boys joined the armed forces. We know that the time spent in this or any other sport will be inestimable help. Hats off to the athletic department for the fine work they have done in preparing our boys for the difficult task which lies ahead. The lessens of tolerance and integrity learned through the close cooperation so necessary in sports will make our boys fit for association and better buddies. After the final victory, which we know will come, the peace will be dictated by the boys who have had this valuable training. Too often peace is lost because of the inbred intoler- ance found in the enemy, or the victor. Amer- ica is prepared to meet this threat to future world peace. 59 BASEBALL. Front How: J. Woods, C. Stephenson, J. Meeker, W. Spearing, F. Gelderman. R. Bergesen, G. Pappas, C. Jones, J. Bernhardt, E. Solosky. Back How: E. LaCagna, M. Presti, D. Frank, R. Kuster, J. Cameron, L. Robinson. J. Gilroy, W. Sullivano, H. East, M. Martins. WITH the coming of baseball season, in the spring of '42, all attention was focused on the baseball candidates. Coach Hafner's greatest problem was to find a pitching staff. The problem was settled with the conversion of Ed Solosky from the short- stop berth, and with good prospective hurling in the form of Bob Bergeson and Dick Kuster. With veterans Bernhardt, Pappas, Iones, Steph- enson, Spearing and Gelderman, only two fielding positions were left open. One, short- stop, was filled by John Meeker, the other left field, was divided between Len Robinson and Jack Woods. The first league game was with Manhasset. Wasting no time whatsoever, the Maroons opened up with four runs in the first inning and then coasted to triumph. Manhasset's one tally came after bases had been loaded through walks and a single sent in a run, to settle the score at 5-1. After another victory, this time over Glen Cove, Mineola was confronted with the Great Neck team. Great Neck was considered the only team that could make serious trouble for the Maroons. Mineola copped the game as early as the first inning, when they nicked the first Great Neck pitcher for four runs. A relief pitcher came in for Great Neck in the fifth after Mineola had garnered eight runs. The Ma- roons got two more tallies in the sixth inning chiefly on Spearing's three-bagger, compelling the use of a third relief hurler by Great Neck. This 10-3 triumph pushed Mineola well ahead in the league. In order to clinch the pennant, another vic- tory over the Great Neck team was required. They too had been unbeatable since their only defeat by Mineola. The formidable Great Neck team was able to collect four runs, but Mineola couldn't touch Great Neck's pitcher effectively. Proof of the closeness of the game was the final score, 4-3, with Great Neck the victor. By virtue of this win. Great Neck and Mineola had to decide the league championship in a play-off game, held at Garden City. Great Neck went ahead early in the game, and stayed there. Mineola made a desperate come- back, collecting three runs. Unable to drive in another, the Mineola nine again lost to Great Neck by one run. Although Mineola had played well, they did not win the championship. The baseball season, nevertheless, was an extremely successful one, with Mineola win- ning nine straight games, a record of which the team and the school, as well as Coach Hafner, could feel proud. 60 THE Mineola track team of 1942 proved very successful, owing chiefly to the excellence of its contestants in all the track events, and to its excellent coach, Mr. Wright, who took over the reins of the Maroons upon Mr. Simonson's entrance into the navy. The leading sprinters on the team were Vin- cent Thomas and William Michaels, running both the 100-yard dash and the 220-yard dash. Following closely on the latter were Joseph Gaylo, George De Vere, Edward Apgar, Stewart Moxley, Charles Schoell, Richard Furman, William Gorman, Robert Barnes, Chester Painter. Bert Remsen, John Logan, Eugene Zend- ler, and Paul Lucks. The relay team, which placed high in every event that it entered, was made up of Michael Labriola, Harold Broderick, William Michaels, Edward Whitelaw, and Eugene Tyner, with Vincent Thomas filling any vacancy. The junior team also obtained its share of the laurels. Lawrence Callahan did the shot-put ting, while Joseph Lopes and William Kuhn topped the junior runners. Marman Payntar was the star high-jumper on the junior team. Mineola started the track season off well by defeating Sea Cliff in a dual meet. The next dual meet was with Glen Cove. Mineola came off victorious in this too, but had to overcome more opposition than on the previous occasion. Failing to place in one event, Mineola lost its dual meet with Great Neck. Anxious to obtain revenge, the Maroons entered a tri-cornered contest with Great Neck and Garden City. The Maroons tried their best, but lost again to Great Neck. However, the team finally avenged itself by winning the major event of the season, the Port Washington Invitation Meet. This was one of the few times a Mineola track team has been victor in this competition. Because of its high standing. Mineola was eligible to enter the North Shore and Riverhead meets. Stiff competition downed the Maroons on these two occasions. The final event of the season, a dual meet with Hicksville ended in victory, concluding a very successful season for the Mineola team. Many members of this winning team are now in the armed forces of our country. We know that their ability as fighters will help them to finish first in a much greater contest than they have ever before entered. TRACK TEAM. Front Row: D. Wright. W. Gorman. G. DeVere, W. Kuhn, J. Logan, J. Gaylo, V. Thomas, T. Murtha. Second Row: W. Michaels. E. Zendler, M. Labriola. H. Broderick. E. Tyner, M. Payntar, J. Lopes. Third Row: H. McAleese. R. Furman, R. Barnes, E. Apgar, L. Callahan. 61 G.A.A. First Row: G. Pleines, C. Fernandes. N. Langone. C. Staffolm, S. Harvey, N. Whittendale, B. Lieberman. P. Meehan, J. Klaus, A. Payne. Second Row: S. Drasba, L. Welcher. I. Watts. D. Burkard. B. Free, R. Aksel. D. Chrystmos. M. Miller. P. Shade. E. Smith. J. Berbrich, I. Sczepkowski. Third Row: E. Giuliano. D. Brumblay. G. MacPherson, M. DeVeau, J. Adamson. E. Aim. K. Sher- wood, G. Hart. M. Baker, G. Cunningham, N. Teter, L. Kipp. Fourth Row: J. Lauber, M. Giniger, M. Ottevanger, D. Frame. D. Brudie, M. Merritt. P. Raff. C. Loeb, A. Morrison. V. Gregory, M. Fischer. E. Pechette, E. Russell. Fiith Row: K. Lahm, P. Nash. R. Wutke, E. Johnson. A. Fitzgerald, E. Davison, B. Allen, M. Klarman. F. Massa, G. Rutan. A. Kane. S. Albee, H. Jacobs. Sixth Row: P. McGurl. P. Peak, V. Guldi. R. Rogers. D. Junge, J. Scupholm, M. Gottfried, B. Rogers, M. Feron. J. Murphy, H. Lang, J. Hage. GIRLS DO IT TOO! THE athletic department is one of the main attractions of high school life to a large majority of the girls at M. H. S. The girls have a broad field of sports from which to choose, and their selection depends entirely upon the season and their preference. These sports vary from hockey, volleyball, and basketball, to badminton, tennis, and baseball. In the fall, most of the athletically-minded go out for hockey. This is one of the most popular games played, because it provides both intra- mural and varsity competition. On Tuesday afternoons the freshmen might be seen out on the Jackson Avenue field, striving to coordinate their sticks and feet in the manner of veterans. Thursday afternoon is the day for the upper- classmen to battle with the sticks and further master their technigue. After weeks of intramural competition, two honor teams are chosen, through a process of elimination, by Miss Gregory and Miss Tesar. With bumps and bruises as their badges of valor, the honor teams end the season with Hockey Play-Day, held annually at Adelphi College. At this meet, girls from both Nassau and Suffolk counties compete for honor posi- tions on the Long Island Women's Hockey Team, and strive to uphold the honor of their respective schools. At the close of the hockey season, thoughts are turned to volleyball and basketball, the mid-season sports. These games provide intra- mural competition and develop closer team- work. For those who excel in these two sports, there is also the honor team goal to attain. These honor teams travel to other schools to 62 play, and entertain other schools on the home court. With the coming of spring, athletics once again return to the out-of-doors. Many of the girls dust off their tennis rackets, and thereafter spend their time out on the courts perfecting their strokes. They are allowed a few weeks of practice, and then the competition begins. Be- cause of the large number of participants in this activity, there are no singles. Therefore each girl selects a partner, and they play to- gether for the whole season. Through a process of elimination, the two best players are deter- mined. Badminton, another popular sport, attracts the attention of many girls in intramural com- petition as well as in class games. The intra- murals are run on the same basis as tennis in that the winners are decided by a process of elimination. Strange as it may seem, the fellows aren't the only ones who like baseball. It is by far the most popular of spring sports among the girls. In fact, so many go out for this sport that about a dozen teams are formed. The girls have as much fun rooting and playing on their own teams as they do in cheering the varsity squad to victory. By their participation in these various sports the girls earn the points which enable them to be members of the Girl's Athletic Association, commonly known as the G.A.A. Six hundred points are necessary for membership in this or- ganization. The G.A.A initiations are held in October and February of each year. At these times the hopeful nominees wear the traditional dog collars, and after proving their sportsman- ship by certain tests, become full-fledged mem- bers. The most important occasion of the yearly G.A.A. activities is the annual banquet. This dinner brings together not only the current members, but is usually well attended by the alumnae as well. The G.A.A. silver bracelet, given at graduation to those members who have earned twelve hundred points or over, is the highest award of the club. This association, together with the intramural and varsity competition, not only provides fun and recreation, but develops teamwork and good sportsmanship in those who find sports a favorite pastime. HOCKEY HONOR TEAM. Front Row. E. Aim. E. Guiliano. H. Chase. V. Gregory. N. Whittendale. S. Harvey, E. Pechette. J. Lauber, M. Baker. E. Ridick, D. Pehler. E. Allen. Back Row: H. Jacobs. I. Watts. C. Fernandes. J. Grasberger. N. Langone. M. Merritt. B. Thomopulos. C. Moritz. M. DeVeau. 63 3H1 FEATURES WHO'S WHO IN MINEOLA HIGH JANUARY 1943 Best Looking Helen Smith, Kenneth Robinson Most Popular Dorothy Junge, Elwyn Walshe Best Disposition Hannelore Link, Stewart Moxley Wittiest Kay Hagerty, Frank Tyner Nicest Smile Mildred Fischer, Elwyn Walshe Most Likely to Succeed Joan Berbrich, James Gilroy Best Dancer Dorothy Junge, Harry Himpler Best Dressed Edna Davidson, Elwyn Walshe Most Versatile Elizabeth Allen, Robert MacVeety Best Athletes Esther Aim, Charles Jones Best Looking JUNE 1943 Edna Russell, Gerald Gray Most Popular Vivian Gregory, Lawrence Callahan Best Disposition Dorothy Irmscher, Bert Remsen Wittiest Ruth Rose, Bert Remsen Nicest Smile Theresa LuVera, Matthew Presti Most Likely to Succeed Celeste Fernandes, Matthew Presti Best Dancer Margaret Delaney, Vincent Kelly Best Dressed Marie Stark, Gerald Gray Most Versatile Edith Pechette, Leonard Robinson 65 Best Athletes Helen Jackson, Charles Elflein COMPLIMENTS OF Mr. Mrs. Edw. Beneke Ben's Stationery Butchie Blekicki Mr. Mrs. S. Campanale Mr. Mrs. Chas. Elflein Jobst Bake Shop Meyer's Bakery Mr. Mrs. E. Teverini Turnpike Bake Shop H. N. Witty, Funeral Director VICTORY CORPS AFTER the United States was plunged into total war by the underhanded Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, the under-draft age adolescents of Mineola were at a loss as to just how they could do their utmost toward the war effort. When it was suggested by the govern- ment that Victory Corps be organized in the high schools, Mineola High re- sponded enthusiastically, and immedi- • ately set about establishing just such an organization. Miss Pulver can be credited as the founder of this organization in our school. Her responsibility is deep- rooted. Through her untiring efforts, she soon had the entire school working with her toward our ultimate goal—vic- tory. Registration was held in late Novem- ber. Students then signed up for one of the five divisions, air, sea, land, com- munity, or general. Any boy or girl in high school can join the general di- vision, but there are special qualifica- tions which must be fulfilled in order to belong to the rest of the divisions. In the beginning of February a mass meeting was held for the five divisions in the assembly. At this general meet- ing people were nominated for leaders of the different divisions. A few weeks later Mineola High School held an elec- tion day, and students crowded the polls to vote for their choice of officers. Tabulation of the votes showed the fol- lowing students on top: Robert Barnes, Sea Division; William Phelon, Air and Land; Mary Lou Werner, General; Dorothy Irmsher, Community. Then these four leaders went into conference. Behind closed doors they discussed the qualifications of several students for leader of the entire organi- 66 67 Compliments of A FRIEND Tel. Garden City 5059 Tom Peluso, Prop. TOM'S BEAUTY SALON Permanent Waving Our Specialty 3 ITEMS FOR SI.25 196 Second Street Mineola, N. Y. Telephone Garden City 4690 VOSS CONFECTIONERY 147 Jericho Turnpike Mineola, N. Y. The Home of Home Made Candies and Ice Cream Marching along together zation. These candidates were put be- fore the members for a vote, and the following day it was announced to the school that Charlie Stephenson had been elected high and exalted president of the Victory Corps in Mineola High. The various courses to be given after school hours weren't started, however, until after exams in January. At that time plans were made and each teacher was assigned a particular phase of Victory Corps instruction. Here is a short summary of the clubs, their present accomplishments and their aims: The Camera Club, with Miss Wilburn as their advisor, have taken pictures of Mineola, Williston Park and Albertson. Recently, however, money was needed to pay for films, so Mineola held a Penny Serenade at which time every- one in the high school contributed a penny. The amount received was more than enough to pay expenses. These pictures will be sent to the boys in ser- vice, accompanying the letters written by Miss McClellan's Correspondence Club. Under Mr. Terry's leadership the air- plane spotters are putting to use what they have learned from lectures on this subject. To get practice in observing, reporting and recording planes, they are now serving two hours a week at 68 L. G. BALFOUR COMPANY Manufacturing Jewelers Stationers to Schools and Colleges ATTLEBORO, MASSACHUSETTS Class Rings Diplomas Invitations Represented by W. G. PFORR 535 FIFTH AVENUE New York City New York 69 the observation post located on top of the new courthouse. The Junior Red Cross, the Map Mak- ing and Reading Group and the Mes- sengers are all under the direction of Miss Becken. The Junior Red Cross is hard at work folding waterproof linings for surgical dressing cases. The Map Making and Reading Class is learning everything and anything about maps. This group has completed several maps including a Time Belt Map of the United States and a Polar Centered Map of the World. Messengers are trained to be of use during air raids by carrying messages between headquarters and the air raid wardens. If you want a preview of the weather, just ask a member of Mr. Gould's Me- teorology Club, for they have learned all the methods of forecasting weather and making weather maps. (Seriously, though, he will explain that it is a mili- tary secret.) Every Tuesday a group of girls meet in the Activity Room to learn all they can about First Aid. For ten weeks the girls are taught by Miss Ball how to make splints, apply artificial respira- tion and everything else one must know in order to give immediate aid to an injured person. Miss Foster has trained several girls in home nursing. The girls received pins upon completion of this course which is standard throughout the coun- try. The Morse Code Club, under the di- rection of Miss Viviani, can now take six words a minute, and are increasing their speed every day. Their aim is to be able to take code as fast as the officer who has finished his training at Fort Monmouth. Compliments of WHEATLEY HILLS TAVERN Milk Fed Chickens Orders Delivered Garden City 5671-W Willis Avenue Meat Market Prime Meats and Poultry John Sam Zappala, Prop. 630 WILLIS AVE. Williston Park. N. Y. Compliments of A FRIEND YAWNER TAILORING FURRIER CO.. INC. 621 Front Street Mineola. N. Y. SEASON SPECIALS All Remodeling and Repairing Neatly Done by Skilled Tailors 70 DIEGES CLUST 17 JOHN STREET NEW YORK, N. Y. Manufacturers of Specialty Jewelery, Class Rings and Pins Medals, Cups, Trophies and Plaques Athletic Awards Official Jewelers for the Class of 1943 MINEOLA HIGH SCHOOL Through these various clubs, many can now distinguish between a contour and a hachure; can tell one airplane from another; can remember messages greater than five words in length and repeat them clearly and tersely; can say that they have bought their share of war stamps and bonds. This is the students' way of helping to win the war quickly. The Victory Corps is destined to be- come dominant in extra-curricular ac- tivities. All organizations not contribut- ing to the prosecution of the war will be relatively inactive for the duration. The Victory Corps' most memorable accomplishment this year was the Bond Rally Drive. In the five days from April 12-16, Mineola accomplished un- dreamed of feats. Phone Garden City 4048 A. H. REISS OPTOMETRIST 146 Miaeola Blvd. Mineola, L. I. Office Hours: Daily 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and by Appointment Compliments of A FRIEND On April 12, a mighty mass of M.H.S. students thronged the streets of Mineola in a parade that was never equaled by 71 any in the annals of its history. A de- pressing rain did not in any way ham- per the assembling or the progress of the multitude. The parade went off just as planned, escorted by army jeeps. Unplanned, however, was the startling exuberance of all which made the parade successful beyond our ex- pectations. Motor Corps, Mineola High School Band, twirlers, leaders and members of the Victory Corps, A.W.V.S., faculty and students—all marched, all cheered, all flung banners, all were all out for victory. Despite the gasoline rationing jalopies chugging along with the parade, so overflowing with human be- ings that their original shape was un- recognizable. Symbolic posters and effigies were carried which would have brought wrath to the Fuehrer himself, had he seen them. But even the Fuehrer could not have helped but mar- vel at the fervent patriotism displayed Stepping out for victory Keep 'em rolling War Emergency Courses for the 1943 Graduate PRE-MILITARY Office Training Drafting Tracing for Young Men for young MEN and WOMEN Special short course for girls. The DEFENSE-TRAINING demand for girls far exceeds the Business Courses supply. Try our aptitude test to deter- for Young Women mine if you can do this type of work. Licensed by the Mrs. Skinner's New York State Board of Education Secretarial Schools Mineola Drafting School MINEOLA 1501 FRANKLIN AVENUE Garden City 9778 (Opp. Court House) Tel. Garden City 9778 Branch Schools In Glen Cove Huntington — Rockville Centre Write or phone for booklet on courses 72 on that unforgettable day of the parade. The parade was the introduction to the victory drive which gained momen- tum as it progressed. So great was its speed that it swept with it all of Min- eola, creating an enthusiasm which re- sulted in a spectacular sale of bonds throughout the community. Pupils solicited for the sale of stamps and bonds, drew effective posters urg- ing bond purchases, and in general, aided in conducting the week's pro- gram. Also sponsoring the Mineola War Bond Rally Week were the Ameri- can Legion, American Red Cross, A.W. V.S., Ladies Auxiliary of the American Legion, First National Bank, Nassau County Trust, Mineola Theater and the Williston Theater. The climax of the week was a pro- gram of entertainment furnished by the United States Treasury Department for the promotion of sales. Besides the entertainers, the army and W.A.A.C.'s were represented. Mineola received praise and encouragement from our town mayor, the president of the Board of Education and our administration. The praise given us was justly de- served. The pupils of our school have every right to be proud of the results of the enthusiastic cooperation of all concerned. $64,971.10 was the grand total of the sale of stamps and bonds with which we purchased five .30 ma- chine guns, one reconnaissance car and five jeeps. Due credit should be given to Mr. Gould who directed the War Bond Drive and to the local organizations who will- ingly contributed. Our efforts were rewarded by the presentation to us of the Schools at War Flag and Mineola is, indeed, a school at war. Personal Loans FHA Modernization Loans Automobile Loans WRITE — PHONE — CALL The Williston National Bank of Williston Park, N. Y. Phones: G. C. 6000—6001 Member Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. FURS EDWARD J. ROMAN 169 Mineloa Boulevard Mineola. Long Island Garden City 4215 Compliments of FINKEN'S DELICATESSEN KARL FINKEN. Proprietor 73 Compliments and Best Wishes OF i i THE BOARD OF EDUCATION DR. FRANK E. BARNES, President MR. WILLIAM T. HICKS MR. SIMON E. HUNT MR. CHESTER R. PAINTER MR. HARRY A. SCHMIDT 74 HOLLYWOOD BEAUTY SALON Home of Modern Beauty Culture 189 Second St., Mineola, L. I. PAUL SCHUBERT, Proprietor Telephone: Garden City 4946 HARRY KATZ FLOOR COVERINGS Window Shades Venetian Blinds Chambers Gas Ranges 167 Mineola Boulevard Mineola. N. Y. Phone Garden City 1458 Compliments of ROBERT LAHM House Furnishings Electrical Goods GEORGE C. ASHBY HARDWARE CO. B. P. S. Paints Hardware Sporting Goods Cor. Main Second Streets Mineola, N. Y. Phone: Garden City 1312 Garden City 2223 OpenEvenings Irving's Department Store Ladies', Children's. Men's Wear — Shoes 642 Willis Ave. Williston Park. L. I. Phone Garden City 1319 KNOTT'S PHARMACY Your Personal Druggist — Main and Second Street Mineola, L. I. Agents for Elizabeth Arden Beauty Preparations JAFFE'S PHARMACY Mineola Blvd.. Mineola Corner of First St. Garden City 4770 MINEOLA THEATRE Mineola Boulevard CONTINUOUS PERFORMANCES 1 to 11 P.M. Daily 75 CHORISTERS. First Row: D. McLeod, K. Koelble. J. Williams. J. Murphy, J. Ziegler. J. Stadtlander, P. Ferguson. J. Gorman. G. Cangelosi. M. Merritt. W. Churchill, M. McNicholas, L. Brudie. Second Row: E. Schwan, R. Rose. M. Henrich. K. Henry. L. Yngstrom, G. Mogg, M. Howe. A. Sehlmeyer, L. Kipp. C. Nilson. L. Starrett, E. Johnson. G. Mac- Pherson, H. Nicolello, J. Harte. Third Row: E. Conlin, N. Dunleavy. S. Presti, T. LuVera. M. Gould, S. Jafte, A. Weismantel. R. Neimeyer. K. Schielke, M. DeVeau. N. Hounsell, D. Irmscher, A. Lange. Last Row: R. Lopez, R. Foget. K. Darrell. E. Maise, E. Adams. A. Flandreau, C. Schlimmer- meyer, R. Dyla, R. MacVeety. W. McDuffee. W. Spradley. O. Vaz. H. Frutnick, G. Cullman. D. Heydon. Strike up the band DANCE BAND. Top Row: D. Wham, R. McGown, W. Kuhn, E. Walshe, A. Totaro, W. Regelmann. Second Row: R. Behrman, C. DelVecchio, W. Clerke, R. MacVeety, R. Causeman, A. Sillifant, F. Weimer. Last Row: C. Bowlby, E. Conlin. P. Ferguson. PARTNERS VICTORY % ☆ ☆ ☆ GAS and ELECTRICITY Contribute Greatly To LONG ISLAND'S WAR EFFORT; Both in its WAR INDUSTRIES and its MILITARY INSTALLATIONS. WE ARE PROUD OF THE PART WE ARE ABLE TO PLAY TO ACHIEVE ULTIMATE VICTORY LONG ISLAND LIGHTING COMPANY 76 ORCHESTRA. Standing: A. Lange, M. Piraino. D. Trojan, W. Clerke, K. Schielke, A. Kraft, W. Regel- mann, R. MacVeety, Mr. Schwan. Sitting: First Row: B. Baxter. R. Gleason, C. Jaworowski, F. Jaworowski, E. Monson, A. Koch. E. Abel. R. Aksel. Second Row: M. Johnson. H. Frank, R. Varnum. C. McKee, L. Cohen, M. Presti, A. Mieczkowski. M. Johnson, M. Duncan. Third Row: A. Cohen. C. Munder. M. Schwarz. J. Calen, T. Ogonowski, G. Leavenworth. D. Wham, D. McLeod. A. Totaro. W. Myatt, W. Kuhn, A. Morrison. D. Platt, R. Stevens, M. Deveau, B. Wolverton, D. Leonard. J. Windsor. First National Bank of Mineola MAIN and FRONT STREETS Complete Financial Service Checkmaster Accounts Personal Loans GLEE CLUB. First Row : S. Hutchings. W. Graham. N. Calonita, G. Curnoch, R. Korf, G. Graham. R. Whittendale, P. Wainwright, W. Stillwell, R. Tate. Second Row: F. Young. P. Padovano. A. Spinelli. Third Row: B. Fischberg, J. Clark, L. Zwakhals, G. Leavenworth. A. Bogart. J. Metze. D. Webb. G. Sillifant, J. Weeden, P. Lane. C. Schrott. Fourth Row: W. Morse. B. Smith, J. Johnson. R. Lindsay, B. Meinch, M. Laundis. W. Hautsch, C. Marr, M. Koetting, I. Schlayer, M. Hansen. J. Scott. V. Meszaros. N. Brown, E. Matthei, N. Anderson. J. Hendrickson. J. Kelly, F. Totaro. Fifth Row: P. Edelson, J. Windsor, O. Macdonald, A. Bukoski, V. Oliver. W. Welcher. G. Banschbach. N. Simons. A. MacGeorge. A. Pecon. P. Cornwell, D. Leslie. BAND. First Row: E. Schwan, K. Lahm, L. Kipp, J. Lauber. F. Bradicich, D. Miller. H. East. A. Kraft. M. Howe, B. Thomopulos. I. Sczepkowski. Second Row: R. Lopez. L. Chafetz, P. Eichler, W. Kuhn. H. Fenty, J. Polesso. R. Causeman, A. Totaro, E. Walshe, F. Carr. R. McGowan, T. Demarest. I. Wise. Third Row: J. Rodenbach, E. Giuliano, F. McDuffee. E. Isele, R. Hanley. J. Flatteau. C. Del- Vecchio, R. Kuster, E. Schultz, R. Baxter, V. Krams, M. Stephenson. C. Hunt. Last Row: J. Kofoed, K. Schielke, R. MacVeety. W. Clerke. E. Wise, T. Ogonowski. F. Weimer, R. Behrman, J. Vetter. Phones Garden City 1680—1681 The Birdsall Coal Co, Coal Mason Material Fuel Oil Willis Avenue and Second Street MEMBER F. D. I. C. Mineola, N. Y. Our Sincere Good Wishes SCHENCK TRANSPORTATION CO., INC. Dearest Diary: Today was my last day of high school. Although I knew it was bound to come, I had discarded it from my thoughts—and then to-day, it happened. Up until this year, the last day of school in June has always meant two blissful months of sunshine, parties, and swimming. There was always Mineola High to come back to. And then sud- denly I realized that this year it would be different. This was really the last day—the very last day of all. It is rather queer how school suddenly be- comes so very important in your life. The next step of course, is remember- ing. Remember Mr. Sloat's shillelagh and his everlasting Step lively, please? And how on the first day of school you walked into the office on unwilling feet, a green and lowly freshman, and how later, in your senior year, you darted in every so often, just as a matter of JAMES B. KENNEDY. JR. ALL LINES OF INSURANCE 225 Broadway. New York City BArclay 7-6025 347 Wellington Rd.. Mineola, N. Y. Garden City 9328-W Garden City 5802-5822 CENTRAL MARKET Harry Uhse, Prop. Prime Meats and Poultry Fruits — Vegetables — Groceries Hillside Ave. Williston Park. L. I. 78 MICHAEL B. CURRAN THE FRIENDLY REAL ESTATE OFFICE Mineola Blvd., Hillside Ave., Williston Park, L. I. Garden City 4433 CHILDS-KRAMER LONG ISLAND REAL ESTATE 222 Front St. Mineola, L. I. Opposite station Garden City 3075—3076 NASSAU COUNTY TRUST COMPANY The Trust Company at the County Seat Members of Federal Reserve System and Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. 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Who of us can ever forget how each succeeding teacher told us that we were the worst class she had ever taught, and then at the end of the year, really thought she was sincere when she said she would miss us terribly? Do you re- member those snowfights on the front lawn and the comic snowmen we used to roll up? And how the first day of real spring always caught us unawares and forced us to spend the first few weeks of April gazing dreamily out of the window? Remember the numerous afternoon dances that we gave—we Telephone Garden City 9498 EMIL BURKLIN Graduation Bouquets and Corsages 80 Second Street Garden City Park New York The Williston Funeral Home 49 Hillside Ave. Williston Park. L. I. Williams Schaffner, Owner Licensee Branch Office SCHAFFNER FUNERAL HOME 119-50 Metropolitan Ave. Kew Gardens. N. Y. Garden City 4484 Vir. 7-0909 80 ROLAND'S DAIRY Electro Pure Milk Albertson Long Island Phone Garden City 3378 Garden City 5893 SAN SU SAN DINE AND DANCE - JERICHO TURNPIKE Mineola. N. Y. never made any money, but we did have fun—and the pencils and stickers that each class would fight for the honor of selling? Do you recall how each issue of the Question Mark found us turning fev- erisly to lei et La half-dreading, half- hoping, that we would find our names there, and then how we laughed loudly trying to cover up the pangs when we discovered that we were the third cor- ner of an unwieldy triangle? Remember the singing in assemblies when one side always managed to out- shout the other? (The result depended on where the football team was sitting.) And are we likely to forget Mr. Schwan's familiar silhouette on the white screen as he led us in the sing- ing, or his deep voice as he rendered the verses of I Dreamed We were the Faculty, while we shouted out the chorus, watching with delight the sheepish looks on the faces of the fac- ulty members! And of course there was Student Gov- ernment! We had two good tries at it, but decided, good naturedly, to leave it to posterity actually to carry out. Among the manifold memories of high school, we could scarcely feel the list was complete, unless Regents (dear, old, delightful things) glared at us in red from the top of the page. High school without regents—and inci- dentally cramming—would be like a chocolate sundae without nuts. Those feverish last 48 hours before History C regents will live forever in the annals of my memory! We'll always remember with delight the burnt crisp smell of the leaves burn- ing in that massive bon-fire last year just before the Lawrence game—the pride we felt when our band marched onto the field playing the school song— the way our fellows put all they had into winning each game, never giving up no matter what the odds—the times we won—and the times we lost—the Cl Compliments DR. IRVING BARR DENTIST Compliments of FORDHAM PHARMACY Willis Fordham Avenues Williston Park. N. Y. Hoffs County Diner Tavern Third St. and Mineola Blvd. Mineola, New York DINING and DANCING Compliments IOBST BAKE SHOP 143 Jericho Turnpike Mineola, N. Y. football dances and the cheerleaders— the pep rallies and the way your throat hurt and your palms ached after an afternoon of cheering the team on to victory. The mass evacuation from our homes to the school auditorium on the nights of the school play and radio revue— the walks home when we marched in the middle of the street, twenty or twenty-five to each group—singing the school songs and cheers—and near the end of our four years, the jolly informal- ity of Class Night, when we learned innumerable secrets about each other, and the final solemnity of graduation that brought home to us what it was really all about. Pictures in lockers, delightful for- bidden tidbits between classes. Miss Pulver's Sit up here, please, trying to evade Mr. Zaiser's watchful eyes as we dashed out of the building a few hours too early, everyone grabbing for an en- cylopedia or Reader's Digest when some- one realized that book reports were due that very day, attempting to whisper in the library when Miss Carnegie's back was turned, our astonishment when we discovered that Miss McClellan, Min- eola's Little General , had turned into a private for the U. S. Army (WAACS I mean), the guick change of steadies that always kept the atmosphere full of excitement and novelty, and finally in our senior year, the repeated warn- ings You'll never pass regents! , Miss Smith's pet saying The deadline for the yearbook is here! and finally the queer, sheepish way you feel when you prance up and down the aisles while practicing for commencement. And so. after four years, of fun and laughter, of making friends and drink- ing in knowledge, we realize with more than one pang of sorrow that it is all over. That, as in everything else, we are not indispensable, and that we must make way for those who are to take our places. 82 CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF '43 It has been a pleasure to work with you and we wish for each and every graduate a most success- ful and happy future. Official Photographers for MINEOLA HIGH SCHOOL Jean Sardou Photograph Studio FRANKLIN SHOPS INC. 83 snsirnmhj of you and your classmates upon your school life achieve • immortality in a carefully planned and executed yearbook. From the arid desert of Arizona, and the sultry green island of Puerto Rico, to the snow-blanketed slopes of Northern New England, we have traveled, happy and proud to have been an instrument in the translating into print, the humor pathos, excitement, and sentiment found in the campus • life of over seventy-five colleges and preparatory schools. As former members of yearbook staffs in our school days, we bring into our professional duties a real understanding • of the many problems confronting each yearbook editor. MEMBER OF COLLEGE ANNUAL PRODUCERS ASSOCIATION AND AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF GRAPHIC ARTS ' J] Acknowledgements To Miss Ruth Smith for her never ending patience in seeing the Editorial Staff come through with flying colors. To Mrs. Madaline Connors, Miss Margaret Fields, and Miss Bess Orr for their constant guidance and deft support which put the Signet on a sound financial basis. To Mr. Robert W. Kelly, of the Robert W. Kelly Publishing Corporation, whose advice has been an important factor in the Signet's success. To The Jean Sardou Studio of the Franklin Shops for their super photographic work and also for their patience during the taking of our pictures. To the Administration and the Students of Mineola High School for their loyal support and financial cooperation. — and last but not least, Great appreciation to our faithful sponsors and advertisers. 85 GANG BOOSTERS Muriel Adams Jean Adamson Shirley Albee Essie Aim Frank A. Anderson Doc Barnes, III, Esq. Helen Bellas Joan Berbrich Charlotte Bischoff Alice Bukoski Jean Cacamis Ann Campanale Mac Carvalho Harry Chandler Wilma Churchill Elayn Conlin Rocky Davidson Veronica Delmore Carolyn DeStefano Stephanie DeStefano Barbara DeWaters Honey' Domnitz Marilyn Duncan Jeanne Dundon Nancy Dunleavy Agnes Dunlop Edna Dunn Diana Durr June Eckhardt Alice Eichhom Jack Faivus Moira Farmer Jean Feageans Ann Fitzgerald Joe Ford Dorothy Frame Beverly Free Lois Freeze Sally and Gail Ed Gorry Gerald Gray Merry Grella Breezy Guiliano Robert Hall Marjory Harper Harry Hewell Cookie Hounsell Joe Doc Hughes Joan Jeffrey Franie and Joanie Betty Kehn Tom Kennedy Jean Klaus William Knierim Hetta Koch Pat Koch Edith Krostitz Richard Kuster Kay Lahm Pat J. J. Lahm Ardis Lange Dot Leonard Norman (Les) Leslie Beulah Lieberman Hon Link Virginia Logan Therese (Terry) LuVera Bob MacVeety Minnie Maloney George McKee Alice Moore Kathleen Moore Jean Murphy Tom Murtha Pat Nash Helen Nigro Pat O' Williams Pvt. John Pascucci Edith Pechette Alice Rhoades Dorothy Rhoades Edna Rhoades Edna Russell Harold Ryerson Jean Schlicting Mary Schwarz Phyl Shade Ethel Smith Elwyn Walshe Ed Whitelaw Betty Willet Jane Windsor 86