Monticello High School - Monti Yearbook (Monticello, NY)

Text from Pages 1 - 164 of the 1952 volume:

MONTICELLO HIGH SCHOOL Monticello, New York FOREWORD We have consummated the task set for us this year. We have created and molded this Monti 1952” which you are now holding in your hands. It represents the entire school s activities this year and endeavors to present an accurate recording of the activities of the Class of 1952 during their four years at Monticello High School. This year we have used peace through internationalism as our theme for we believe that the only true and lasting peace must be accomplished through international harmony. Our thanks for success in this undertaking go to Mr. Louis Freeman and Mr. Clyde Cook, our advisors, Mr. Edward Pearlene, photographer, and Mr. George Tischner of the Whitlock Press. ftow all that remains is for you to read this yearbook. We hope it meets with your approval and, when you chance to glance through it in future years, we hope it provides you with many pleasant memories of happy days gone by. This generation has a rendezvous with destiny F. D. R. DEDICATION Today our world is in the midst of chaos. Wars, depressions, inflations, conflicting ideologies—all present themselves on the present-day scene. We, the Class of 1952, are now ready to take our places in this confusing world. We hope that our efforts will eventually help to make it a better place in which to live. Our education within the walls of Monticello High School has taught us to reason a situation through to its conclusion and then to uphold the con- clusion we have formed until we are shown that it is wrong. Thus far we have concluded that peace is the one precious attainment which is eagerly sought, and that such a peace must be formed by cooperation and amity amongst nations. And so, we dedicate this book to all the peoples of the world, and partic- ularly those of our generation, in the hopes that by working side by side they will be able to achieve a lasting Peace Through Internationalism. TilI the war-drum throbb’d no longer and the battle-flags were furl'd In the Parliament of man, the Federation of the world. —Tennyson Alma Mater Monti High we love your colors Of the blue and white And to keep your place of honor we will always fight. Lift your colors, fling them outward Show that we are true Monti High will never falter We ll be true to you. 4 Swiftly flying by Let us not forget in passing Monticello High. Lift your colors, fling them outward Show that we are true Monti High will never falter We ll be true to you. William T. McKernan District Superintendent of Schools Edgar Layton Donald Gipson Maurice Block President BOARD OF EDUCATION F.thel Avery Clerk % Dr. Ralph L. Spaulding Donald Hammond 6 Kenneth L. Rutherford Supervising Principal TO THE CLASS OF 1952: When you read this page for the first time, you will be counting the days until graduation. The cul- mination of twelve years of effort will be just ahead. The general public speaks of this event in your lives as Commencement.'' And this is well. Do not center your thoughts upon the period which is end- ing; look forward to the years of opportunity ahead, a period when you will be commencing” new ex- perience. The graduation of your class will remove from our student body many people who have been recog- nized as strong leaders, not only during your senior year but all through high school. Your class has stood for those things which mean so much to a school. In comparison with other classes you may not have broken records in athletics or music or club activities. But you have made to many phases of school life those contributions which reflect character, dignity, loyalty and stability. Your country and your world may make heavy demands upon your time, your talents and your in- come. Planning for your future is difficult. But if you do not plan, your future is likely to be aimless and unworthy of your abilities. Upon a foundation of character you must build for the years ahead. Secure all the formal education which is possible. If you can not go on to school, start a systematic self-education. Keep at it. Our country needs well-trained men and women with strong convictions-—people who will put the right ahead of wealth and position. The class of 1952 must measure up. I hope you will maintain your contacts with and your interest in your high school. If you eventually live elsewhere, take an interest in that local public school system. You have an obligation to serve. It is my parting wish that the years ahead may bring to you all the rewards which you deserve. 7 Sincerely your principal, Kenneth L. Rutherford UV vN AlCABES Scitnct v m Caroline C. Allen Nurse B. S. Plattsburgh State Teachers College Elu?abeth h. Beam A n . Libr“'iats ■ Vaivenity of Rochester FACU —con k. Berlv b. s A ' College ' ° T, A. New VorL ., . St ekiVer iU ecraft Club Minard Branning Physical Education Driver Education B. S. Cortland State Teachers College Athletic Coach BREMENSTUHL “ onlutechnic In 8 Cornelia Case R N. Deer jetvis N '’ Park Hosp tai. Port Harriet J. Cone Vocal Mu lie B. S. Fred on ia State Teachers College Senior Girls' Glee Club Mixed Chorus Junior Girls' Glee Club Male Octet w 1 earners ail v- M. a r«l. L -’ AIb ny ■“as air-� Monti Hcffly Elean Dulaney Secrrlary Business School, Brooklyn • Naomi Dewey Dental Hygienist R. D. H. Eastman Dental Dis- pensary, Rochester , Erwin 9 jOUtS FreemaH Commerc‘d Y„rk Univcrs'tV £wYork University 4 lone Scouts Margaret C. Galligan Mathematici New Paltz State Teachers College New York University National Junior Honor Society Stewart , .......' l Gar Dehate Club i niVer ‘ty Stamp Club. Br,' .Uf,n Club HfoadcastIn Squad FACU A h o Guidance Student Counc, Ellis A. Hagstrom Social Studiet A H. Colgate University A. M. T. Harvard University Apology Business Staff Lone Scouts; Ground Squad LD F. Hoose hematics 10 MNOU HUGHS mental Iaitr� ' ' , __ Fredonia B. S. inTM“hets Ool'« e Junior B� n 1 Robert J. Kaiser Mathematici A. B. New York State College for Teachers, Albany M. A. New York State College for Teachers, Albany Lettermen's Club Mathematics Club Chess Club Fire Squad Kinsman sum T„cfcm ■ Tm , G.d, r- 'N.liB B . F a c Boston Un'ivtn «lJnjVCT t •St- K Tcchc,: Isabelle E. Long English B S. New York State College for Teachers, Albany M. S. New York State College for Teachers, Albany Student Council Junior Dramatic Club HELEN C. MCINTOSH Commercial B S. Syracuse University 11 M£lcHIOR Annette F. Osborn Modern Languages Bachelor of Pedagogy — Syracuse University Spanish Club Weses.. FACU hTn.■'’■'«wo Mary Ann Qualtere English B. A. College of St. Rose M. A. New York State College for Teachers, Albany Senior Dramatic Club The Racqueteers SoMERv1lLE 12 IRA V STERN Y W niversity U� ve o lbsen£e Dudley W. Thompson Sociat Studies B. A. St. Lawrence University M. A. Teachers' College, Colum- bia University Senior Honor Society Thrift Squad 4-H Club Ski Club •or Teacher, a il 5tafe M S Fd «s ’ Alb ny Mar k Welton Hun r College 1 ' Harry Ambridge Attendance and Tragic OH 13 Grade Faculty First Row—Miss Dolac, Mrs. Wither wax, Miss Paterson, Miss Fletcher, Mr. Rutherford, Mrs. Click. Miss Fazekas, Mrs. Robin- son, Miss Kustoff, Mrs. Winterberger. Second Row—Mrs Bell, Miss Ratcliff. Mrs. Nelson, Mrs. O'Donnell, Miss Beylegaard, Miss Witaker, Miss Cone, Miss Cutler. Mrs. Muller, Miss Will, Mrs. Gremersen, Mrs. Bertholf, Mrs Abbey, Mrs. Drutt. Cafeteria Staff First Row Mrs. Williams. Miss Norris, Mrs. Eldridge, Mrs. McOffery, Mrs. Clark. Mrs Sniffen, Mrs. Rough. 14 First Row—A. Richardson, W Barth, I. Hechler, A. Vapnek, B. Cohen. Miss Long Second Row—E. Joyce, C. Cook, B. Wells, F Dunn, Mr. Glasier. Third Row—L. Sprayregen, E. Benjamin, S. Kesten, G. Soller, D. Blackburn, A. Salkin, P, Sheppard. Walter Barth General Organization President The Student Council is the legislative body of Monticello High School. Consisting of one representative from each home- room, the presiding G. O. P., and two faculty advisors, the coun- cil represents an excellent cross-section of the student body. The council sponsors numerous service squads and makes possible an efficient system of student activities. President.........................Walter Barth Vice-President.................. Bernard Cohen Secretary................................. Iris Hechler Treasurer..........................Ada Vapnek Advisors................Miss Long, Mr. Glasier 16 STUDENT COURT First Row—L. Cooper, 1. Hechter, W. Barth, Mr. Hoose, J Brochu, A Richardson. Second Row—E Joyce, P. Sheppard, B. Cohen, L. Sprayregen. The Student Court maintains law and order in the realm of M. H. S. With the G. O. P. acting as judge, and the class presidents or their representatives and the monitor squad captain acting as a jury and imposing sentences upon violators, the student behavior is maintained at a very high level. President.........................Walter Barth First Vice-President............Bernard Cohen Second Vice-President ............ Iris Hechler Secretary................................James Brochu Advisor..............................Mr. Hoose James Brochu Student Court Secretary Fj R°U D We?noIre'D1 01“Ck'J tdTards- L Ux Per- Mr H4K«c. E. Dodcrer, B Cohen. A Vapnek, S Rolbin Second Rou -B. Marmarosh, J Breen D DeCristofalo. J. LaRoche, N. Roberts, J Yeomans. F. Slatkm. P Haggerty, K Kelly, B. Sad- ownick. Third Row—M. Schilowitz, H Contos, J. Gilbert, P. Garrett, R. Siegel, A Cohn R Olcott I Brochu I Hammon I Fourth Row ). Gold, P Selbst, E. O Gorman. P Bulken. L. Glass, R Bulken. P Galewaler R Buckles ’ J Hamm°nd The Monitor Squad is the police force” of M. H. S., acting as the arm of the Student Court and as traffic effi- ciency guard. Monitors are selected from the junior and senior classes. Law breakers and persons conducting themselves in a disorderly manner may be reported by monitors to the Student Court. Captain..................Lawrence Cooper Floor Captains ............Bernard Cohen, William Edwards, Earl Doderer Advisor...............................Mr. Hoosc MONITOR SQUAD Pint row D. Hickman, L. Cooper, E. Dodcrcr, W. Edwards. Mr. Kaiser, R. Bulken, F. Laufersweiler, H. Barth. J. Lorber. Second Row P Galewaler, C. Sloat, S. Troup, J. Crawford, B G)hen, J. Brochu, N. Allen. G. Soller, A. Krier. R ZadanofF. W. Barth. R. Buckles. Third Row—A. Clark. C. Wells, A Geiler. A Benson, B. Finkelstein. Keeping the school corridors orderly during fire drills is the job of the Fire Squad. Each member of the squad is assigned a post near a fire extinguisher or at some other strategic position to help increase the speed and efficiency of the drills. These boys must be ready at a moment s notice to go to their posts. They must all be acquainted with the usage of the equipment at their disposal in event of a fire. Captain Floor Captains.........Earl Doderer, Frank Iyn Laufersweiler, William Edwards Advisor Raymond Bulken Mr. Kaiser 19 GROUND SQUAD Fir t Row—G. Acker, G. Foss, J. Ellis, F. Lerncr, F. Joyce, Mr. Hagstrom, D Hogue, J. Cross, A. Men ton, t. iuretzky. Sec- ond Rou -G. Yonkers. G. Crawford. L. Gottlieb, M. Fllison. B. Fedina, R Phillips. R. Brown, J. Chicko, O. Tuttle, D. Good- gion, C. Eggelton. Thitd Rou R Karl, F. Scaramuzzo, D Findenbaum, F. Benjamin. J. Taggart, G. Cohen, C. Brown, E. Conk- lin. Members of the Ground Squad perform a most valuable service to the school. They are most active in the spring and autumn seasons. The squad, composed entirely of 7th grade boys, keeps the school grounds looking neat and attractive. A different group of members is responsible for policing the grounds each day. Quite often the squad performs services within Captain.................................. Daniel Hogue Student Adiisor.......................... Kdmund Joyce Advisor..................................Mr. Hagstrom the building to aid the custodial sttaff. Thus they are an important element in maintaining the excellent appearance of the school building and the grounds surrounding it. Arise to the place thou art given to fill And lead the world triumph of peace and good will. s E N 4 o R S —Hosmer Senior Class Advisors Mrs. Osborn, Miss McIntosh Mr. Glasier. Mr. Cook Senior Class Officers President......................................Bernard Cohen Vice-President .......................................... IRIS Hechler Secretary .................................. Patricia Garrett Treasurer........................................ Saul Klein 23 Sara J. Abbey Sally ” A merry heart maketh a cheerjul countenance. Walter H. Barth r Walt” They that govern make the least noise. Artsmen 1, President 2, 3; Junior Honor Society 1; Lone Scouts 1, 2, 3, 4; Ground Squad Vice-President 1; Junior Dramatic Club 1; Fire Squad 2, 3, 4; Mixed Chorus 2, 3; Class President 3; Monitor Squad 3; Boys' Chorus 3; Male Octet 3, 4; Student Court Secretary 3, President 4; Student Council 3, President 4; General Organization President 4; Apology 4; Monti 4; Senior Honor Society 4. Alan R. Benson Ben” Oh! It is excellent to have a giant's Strength. ). H. V. Basketball I; J. H. V. Baseball 1; Soccer 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 2, 3, 4; Track 1, 2, 3, 4; Stage Club 3, President 4; Gym Team 3; I.ettermen's Club 3, 4; Band 2. Were normal, healthy young people, I. Monis Brafman Bubbles” Thou, Nature, are my goddess. Track 1, 2, 3, 4; Science Club 1, 4; Lone Scouts 1, 2; 4H Club 3, 4; Boys' Chorus 3, 4; Gym Team 3, 4; Lettermen's Club 4; Intramurals 4. Joan A. Breen Breenbag A flaming meteor shown for hair, and fell adown her shoulders. Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4; Bankers' Club 1; Leaders' Corps 2, 3, 4; Monitor Squad 3, 4; G. S. O. 4; Senior Dramatic Club 4; Apology 4; Monti 4. Raymond H. Bulken Ray Serene and resolute and still, and calm and self-possessed. Fire Squad I, 2, 3, Captain 4; Projection Squad 1, 2, Sec- retary 3, 4; Class President 1; Track 1, 2; Student Court 1; Student Council 1; J. V. Basketball 3; Monitor Squad 3, 4; Intramurals 2, 3, 4. Roland L. Burns Buddy” And he tells the jest without the smile. Stage Club 4; Lettermen's Club 4; J. V. Basketball 3; Soc- cer 3; Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4. Ruth Chako Ruth fudge not, that thee be not judged.” Junior Girls' Glee Club 1; Mixed Chorus 1, 2; Radio Club 1, 4; Student Council 1; Intramurals 1; Mohoec Club 3, Secretary 4. We like to chatter, Bernard S. Cohen Bernie A modest man never talks of himself. Stamp Club 1; J. H. V. Basketball 1; J. V. Baseball t; Base- ball 2, 3, 4; Intramurals 1; Soccer 2, 3, 4; J. V. Basketball 2, 3; Class President 2, 4; Apology 2, 3, 4; Radio Club 3; Lettefmen's Club Secretary 3, 4; Track 3, 4; Monitor Squad 3, Floor Captain 4; Fire Squad 3, 4; Athletic Association President 4; Math Club 4; Senior Dramatic Club 4; Senior Science Club 4; National Senior Honor Society 4; Monti 4. Arnold B. Cohn Arnie” Blessings on thee, little man.” Stamp Club 3, 4; Senior Science Club 4, Secretary 3; J. V. Baseball 3; Service Squad 4; Monitor Squad 4; Chess Club 1. Elene H. Contos Helen Art alone enduring stays to us. Junior Girls' Glee Club 1; Leaders' Corps 1, 2, 3, 4; Intra- murals 1, 2, 3, 4; Artsmen 2, Vice-President 3, Secretary 4; Senior Girls' Glee Club 2, 3; Apology 2, 3, 4; Monitor Squad 3, 4; G. S. O. 4; Monti 4; Junior High Handicrafts Club I. play pranks on one another, Lawrence Cooper Larry He is a gentleman because his nature is kind and affable to every creature. Lone Scouts 1, 2, Senior Patrol Leader 3, Junior Assistant Scoutmaster 4; Junior Honor Society 1; Intramurals 1, 2; Class Vice-President 1; Projection Squad 1, 3, 4, Vice- President 2; Bankers’ Club 1, President 2, 3, 4; Senior Science Club 2, 3, President 4; Gym Team 3, 4; Photog- raphy Club 3, President 4; Monitor Squad 3, Captain 4; Fire Squad 3, 4; Lettermen's Club 4; Student Court 4. Ronald Crawford Ronnie A faithful friend is the medicine of life. Lone Scouts 1, 2, 3, 4; Ground Squad 1; Band 2, 3, 4; Track 2, 3, 4; Mixed Chorus 2, 3; Intramurals 2, 3; Boys’ Chorus 3. Nola A. Dearie Nolie” Those move easier who have learned to dance. Intramurals 3, 4; Mohoec Club 3; Monitor Squad 4. and enjoy ourselves to the utmost. Dorothy E. DeCristofalo Cristie” The glass of fashion and the mould of form.” leaders’ Corps I, 2, 3, 4; Junior Girls' Glee Club 1; Junior Cheerleader 1; Senior Cheerleader 2, 3, 4; Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4; Spanish Club 3, 4; G. S. O. 3, 4; Class Secretary 3; Monitor Squad 4; Monti 4. Harold Diamond “Heshie Better a diamond with a flaw than a pebble without. Track Manager 1, 2; J. V. Basketball Manager 4; Intra- murals 1, 2, 3, 4; Photography Club 3, Treasurer 4; Basket- ball Manager 3; Lettermen's Club 3, 4; Soccer 3, 4; Base- ball 3, 4. Goldie M. Dobkin “Goldie” A face that has a story to tell.” Junior Girls' Glee Club 1; Mixed Chorus 1, 2; Junior Honor Society 1; Intramurals 1, 2; Radio Club 1, Secretary 2, 3; Senior Girls' Glee Club 2; Monitor Squad 3; Monti 4; Apology 4. Club activities take up much of our time, Earl S. Doderer Dote His ready help was ever nigh.” Artsmen 1, 2, 3, 4; Archery Club President 1; Orchestra 1, 2; Debate Club Librarian 2, Treasurer 3, President 4; Fire Squad 2, Floor Captain 3, 4; Track 2; Mixed Chorus 2, 3, President 4; Octet 3, 4; Broadcasting Squad 3, Captain 4; Monitor Squat! 3, Floor Captain 4; Senior Honor Society Treasurer 4. William J. Edwards Billy He looks on life with quiet eyes. Lone Scouts 1, 2, 3, Senior Patrol Leader 4; Projection Squad 1, 2, 3, Vice-President 4; Ground Squad 1; Junior Honor Society 1; Track 2; Fire Sauad 2, 3, Captain 4; Chess Club 2, Secretary 3; Intramurals 3, 4; Monitor Squad 3, Floor Captain 4; Baseball 3; Senior Science Club 4; Senior Honor Society 4. Patricia A. Garrett Pat” For the good are always the merry.” Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4; Bankers Club 2; G. S. O. 2, Presi- dent 3, 4; Broadcasting Squad 3, 4; Leaders Corps 3, 4; Monitor Squad 3, 4; Student Council 3; Senior Dramatic Club 4; Monti 4; Senior Honor Society 4; Class Vice-Presi- dent 3, Secretary 4. but occasionally we decide to study. Howard Gottlieb Howie” Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy. Lone Scouts 1, 2, 3, 4; Band 1, 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 3, 4; Male Octet 4; Boys' Chorus 4; Intramurals I, 2, 3, 4. Lloyd Graper Moon” My way of joking is to tell the truth. J. H. V. Basketball Manager 1; Intramurals 1, 2; Chess Club 2; Radio Club President 3, 4; Mixed Chorus 3; Monti Business Manager 4; Senior Dramatic Club 4. Kathryn A. Heath Kay I live for those who love me.” Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4; Mixed Chorus 1; Senior Girls' Glee Club 2, 3, President 4; Senior Cheerleader 2, 3; Leaders' Corps 2, 3, 4; G. S. O. 3, 4. For though we live for the sheer joy of it now, 31 Iris M. Hechler I With malice toward none; with charity for all” Class Secretary-Treasurer t; Vice-President 2, 4; Junior Girls' Glee Club 1; Junior Honor Society President 1; Apology 1, Exchange Editor 2, Feature Editor 3; Mixed Chorus 1; Radio Club 1, Editor-in-Chief 2, 3; Junior Dra- matic Club Vice-President 1; Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4; Feld- berg Award 1; Latin Club 2, Vice-President 3, President 4; Student Council Treasurer 2, Secretary 4; Senior Honor Society 3, Secretary 4; Monitor Squad 3; Monti Editor-in- Chief 4; Student Court Vice-President 4; Broadcasting Squad 3, 4; Senior Girls' Glee Club 2. Donald Hickman Hicky” In quietness and confidence shall he your strength.” Lone Scouts 1,2, 3, 4; Artsmen 2, 3; Projection Club 2, 3, 4; Intramurals 3, 4; Lettermen's Club 3, 4; Track Cross Country 3, 4; Latin Club 4. David Katzman Dave” The Return of the Native.” Track 1, 2, 3, 4; Intramurals 1; Soccer 2; Basketball 2, 3, toe know that in later years the world will be our task. Evelyn A. Kelly Ev” It's nice to be natural, when you're naturally nice.' Future Homemakers of America 4; Leaders' Corps 4. Stephen Kesten Steve” I have found you an argument, but I am not obliged to find you an understanding.” Apology 2, Sports Editor 3, 4; Radio Club 2, 3, Vice-Pres- ident 4; Chess Club 2; Intramurals 2, 3, 4; Debate Club 4; Student Council 4; Senior Dramatic Club 4. Saul J. Klein Josh I am the mailer of my fate; I am the captain of my sou .” Student Council 1, 2; Junior Honor Society 1; Junior Dra- matic Club President 1; Apology I, 2, 3, Editor-in-Chief 4; Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4; Radio Club 2, 3; Latin Club 2; Senior Honor Society 3, Vice-President 4; Debate Club 3, 4; Broadcasting Squad 4; Monti 4; Track 4. Eu T. Kurlander Eli An honest man is the noblest wort of God. Lone Scouts 1, 2, 3, 4; Archery Club 1; Projection Club 1; Debate Club 2, 3; Latin Club 2; Chess Club Secretary 3; Track 3; Mixed Chorus 3; Intramurals 3, 4; Photography Club 4; 4H Club 4. Sol G. Lashinsky Sollie” Where is the man that can live without dining? Soccer Manager 1, 2; Baseball Manager 1, 2; Radio Club 3; Chess Club 4; Basketball Manager 4. Walter C. Liessner Walt I live for the future in the distance and the good that I can do. Junior Band 1; String Orchestra 1, 2; J. V. Baseball 2, 3; Spanish Club President 3, 4; Math Club 4; Apology Busi- ness Manager 4. Harold Lipman Lippy '7 am not of that feather to shake off my friend when he must need me. Lone Scouts 1, 2, 3, 4; Projection Squad 2; Chess Club 2, 3, 4; Intramurals 2, 3, 4; Debate Club 3; Mixed Chorus 3, 4; Math Club 4. 35 hut we all have a common meeting ground. Julius Lorber Julie” The play's the thing.” Junior Dramatic Club 1; Apology 1; Fire Squad 1, 2, 4, Captain 3; Track 1, 2, 3, 4; Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4; Senior Dramatic Club 3, 4; Soccer 3, 4; Broadcasting Squad 3, 4; Lettermen's Club 3, 4. Estelle Marmarosh Es A true friend is forever a friend.” Junior Girls' Glee Club 1; Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4; Mixed Chorus 1, 2; Radio Club 2, 3; Monitor Squad 3, 4; Monti Wilma A. Miller Willie” I'll speak to thee in silence.” Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 3, Secretary 4; junior Girls' Glee Club 1; Intramurals I, 3, 4; Archery Club 1; Spanish Club 3, President 4; Senior Girls’ Glee Club 4. 36 Right now school serves this purpose. Warren J. Mitofsky Nurmi Frankness is a natural quality. Archery Club Vice-President 1; Chess Club 1; Apology 1, 2, 3, 4; Future Business Leaders of America 1, 2; Intra, murals 1, 2, 3, 4; Track 2, 3; Cross Country 3; Science Club 4; Math Club 4; Lettermen's Club 4; Student Council 4. Eugene W. O’Gorman Gene A dry jest, sir — I bat e them at my fingertips. J. V. Baseball 2; Debate Club 3, 4; Senior Dramatic Club 3, President 4; Chess Club 3, 4; Broadcasting Squad 3, 4; Apology 3, 4; Monitor Squad 3, 4; Student Council 3; Mixed Chorus 3. Gertrude N. Owen Getty” Sing, for I know you sing well; you have a singing face. Mixed Chorus 1, 2; Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4. Dorothy A. Porter Dot” Well-timed silence hath more eloquence than speech. Intramurals 1,2, 3, 4; G. S. O. 1, 2; Artsmen 2, 3; Leaders' Corps 2, 3; Apology 4. Robert E. Price Bob” Blessings on him that first invented sleep. Lone Scouts 1, 2, 3, 4; Projection Club 2, 3, 4; Chess Club 2, 3; Gym Team 2, 3; Intramurals 2, 3, 4; Cross Country 4. and cooperate peaceably side by side. Ruth Ann Reed Rickie' Fashioned so slenderly, young, and so fair. Junior Girls Glee Club 1; Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4; Artsmen 1, 2; Senior Girls Glee Club 2, 3; Senior Cheerleader 2, 3, 4; Senior Dramatic Club 2, Treasurer 3, Secretary 4; Apol- ogy 4. SONDRA J. ROLBIN Pidge ’ She can be imitated by none, nor paralleled by any but herself. Junior Girls' Glee Club President 1; Junior Dramatic Club Secretary 1; Junior Cheerleader 1; Junior Honor Society 1; Mixed Chorus 1, 2; Radio Club 1, 2, Editor 3; Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4; Apology 2, Exchange Editor 3, News and As- sistant Editor 4; Senior Cheerleader 2, 3, Captain 4; Mon- itor S juad 3, 4; Latin Club 2, 4, Editor 3; Senior Honor Society 3, President 4; Athletic Association Vice-President 4; G. S. O. Vice-President 4; Monti 4. SONDRA SCHECHTER ’ Sonny” Her voice was like the voice the stars had when they spoke together.” Radio Club 4; Senior Dramatic Club 4. Our journeys into friendship and sociability, Marilyn Schilowitz “Mickey 'Tuas her thinking of others made you think of her. Junior Girls' Glee Club 1; Mixed Chorus 1, 2; Radio Club 1, 2, 3; Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4; Apology 2, Secretary- Treasurer 3, Exchange Editor 4; Monitor Squad 3, 4; Latin Club 3, 4; Senior Dramatic Club 4; Monti 4. 1 Ronald S. Siegel Bugsy The spirit of giving is the greatest possession. Ski Club 4; Photography Club Secretary 2; Track 2; Intra- murals 2, 3, 4; Spanish Club Vice-President 3, 4; Senior Dramatic Club 3, 4; Monitor Squad 3, 4; Radio Club 4; Boys’ Chorus 3; Monti 4; Gym Team 3, 4. Florence Slatkin “Flushie God loveth a cheerful giver.” Junior Girls' Glee Club 1; Mixed Chorus 1, 2; Intramurals 1, 2, 3; Radio Club 1, 2, Treasurer 3; Junior Honor So- ciety 1; Senior Girls' Glee Club 2; Apology 3, Secretary- Treasurer 4; Monitor Squad 3, 4; Monti 4. u ill serve us in good stead in future years. Stuart Troup Stuie He who sings frightens away his ills. Chess Club 1, 2; Mixed Chorus 1; Photography Club 2; Senior Dramatic Club 2, 3, 4; Boys' Chorus 3, 4; Projection Club 2; Fire Suuad 3, 4; Track 3; J. V. Baseball 2; Baseball 3, 4; Soccer 4; Intramurals 1, 3. Joan M. Van Keuren Joan A constant smile is everlasting company. Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4; Future Business Leaders of America 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 2, 3, 4; Senior Girls' Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Apology 4. Marguerite A. Yeomans Jean” As big as a minute. Mixed Chorus 1; IntramuraLs 1, 2, 3, 4; Leaders' Corps 2, 3, 4; Senior Girls' Glee Club 2; Latin Club 2, Secretary 3; G. S. O. 3, 4; Monitor Squad 3, 4; Senior Science Club 4. And now for better or for worse, 13 k Richard M. Zadanoff Dick All mankind loves a lover.” Bank 1, 2, 3; Junior Dramatic Club 1; J. H. V. Basketball 1; Radio Club 2, 3, 4; Fire Squad 2, 3, 4; Senior Dramatic Club 4; Latin Club 4; J. V. Basketball 2, 3; Soccer 3, 4; Track 3; Intramurals 2, 3, 4. Sylvia Zaritsky Syl” Let Gentleness my strong enforcement be. Intramurals 1, 2; Future Business Leaders of America 2; Senior Girls' Glee Club 2, 3; Apology 3, 4. Lawrence B. Zegarelu Zig” Leisure is the best of all possessions. Chess Club 2; Spanish Club 3, 4; Intramurals 3, 4; J. Baseball 2; Baseball 3; Lettermen’s Club 4; Apology 4. iceVe rtWy o make our mark in the world. From Intramurals To Internationalism Monticello High School is one of countless insti- tutions of its kind throughout the country which places all its students on the intramural team. The players remain on this team for four years in prep- aration for places on the varsity squad of the inter- national team of life. The intramural team is divided into four sections, and each section is pitted against only one team each year, but there are many encoun- ters with this one team. Each succeeding year finds the young players challenging a new and more for- midable team. However, all is not work for the team members. During their four year training period, they find many an occasion for social diversion and the forma- tion of sundry wonderful memories. FIRST YFAR OF TRAINING In the fall of 1948, 78 of us began the initial period required for the building of better all-around team members. We elected Raymond Bulken as our Captain, Lawrence Cooper as Assistant Captain, and Iris Hechler as combination Storekeeper-Business Manager. A glance at our schedule showed us that our foe for this first year would be Discord. Our coaches. Miss McIntosh, Mrs. Osborn, Mr. Freeman, and Mr. Shaver, impressed upon us the fact that unless we licked this Discord gang, we'd never succeed in best- ing the adversaries lined up for us in future years. Between our many daily practice sessions we relaxed in rooms 110, 116, 117, and 218. We joined various subsidiary clubs and athletic squads, and a few of us were found to have absorbed enough of the necessary preparatory training to be elected as members of the National Junior Honor So- ciety. On April 8, 1949, we put on our first affair. Blessed liberally with talent, Howdy, Mr. Fresh- man was a huge success and a step in the right di- rection in our effort to secure funds for purchasing the uniforms we would need for our final intramural team appearance before becoming members of the international team, and for helping in some way to improve the condition of the training ground for future members of the intramural team. About two months later our last game of the year—our first Big Game—was played. Again we were face-to-face with Discord. Would we have the right stuff to lick that team? Would we, with the aid of our mascot. Cooperation, come out on top? Well, we did! We finished our first year with a deep sense of accomplishment and a better understanding of how to cooperate with one another. PRACTICE ENTERS SECOND STAGE The following September, as Sophomores, we found that we had lost some of our teammates to other schools but we also discovered many new play- ers with us who had completed their first year of training elsewhere. We found that we had relin- quished Coach Freeman and room 218 to the new members of the team who were just beginning their first period of training. Coach Shaver now reigned supreme in room 116, having exchanged sovereign lands with Coach Freeman. We were informed that this year we would have to practice long and hard in order to defeat the un- popular team opposing us—Dishonesty. During the first few encounters of the year, we seemed to be gaining ground but then succumbed to the many deceptive wiles of the Dishonesty crew. Our train- ing was intensified and our weak spots were pointed out to us. The team officials we had newly chosen—Captain Bernard Cohen, Assistant Captain Iris Hechler, and Scorekeeper-Business Manager Raymond Bulken— decided that it was time we had a little fun and re- laxation. Exuberantly, we whipped together and produced Sophs on Stage, another huge success. Our treasury was slowly but surely growing. The training provided us was becoming a little less general and we were beginning to learn the requisites for the positions we would eventually play on the international team of life. In June again came our Big Game, our final struggle against Dishonesty. Playing superbly, we fell victim to none of their guiles and trick maneuvers, and at last succeeded in defeating our foe. Very few of us would ever again fall before the evil power of Dishonesty. THIRD QUARTER TRAINING BEGINS In the autumn of 1950, returning as Juniors, everything was found to be perfectly normal, partic- ularly in room 116 which now housed a newcomer. Coach Cook, Coach Shaver having departed else- where. This third year was a very busy one for the team now in its third phase of preparation, and kept Captain Walter Barth, Assistant Captain Patricia 43 Garrett, and Scorekeepcr-Business Manager Dorothy DeCristofalo hopping. At one of our first practice sessions it was made known to us that this year we would have to confront a very narrow-minded and egotistical group of play- ers—Intolerance. During our many long and stren- uous practice sessions we were told to beware of the many dirty trick plays they would undoubtedly pull. They were rarely the same, and the only way we could learn would be by experience. In our initial meet- ings with Intolerance, we first learned to appreciate the sad veracity of our coaches' words. They played dirtier tricks than we had ever before experienced. However, there was still time before the final game, and we were bound to pull an ace out of our sleeves yet, for we knew that if we could not defeat Intoler- ance, there would be no place for us on the interna- tional team. Social activities now claimed us for a time, and Junior Open House, our last affair, delighted us by being one of the most successful we had thus far presented. Shortly afterwards, we gaily decked our- selves in our most regal finery and attended our Jun- ior Prom, at which Ruth Ann Reed was crowned Queen. During the year several members of our di- vision of the intramural team were inducted into the National Senior Honor Society. Then came the time when the honor was bestowed upon us of choosing the person who, in the final year to come, would be the General Organizer of Practices for the four divi- sions of the intramural team. We finally selected Walter Barth, our Captain, as G. O. P. for the com- ing year. And now—again the Big Game, our final en- counter with Intolerance. We won! We had learned the rules of the game so well and had played so fairly that none of their crafty foul play could defeat us! We felt ourselves basically enough skilled to keep from giving way before Intolerance in the future. Joyously, we looked forward to our last year of training. FOURTH YEAR, AND TERMINATION OF PRACTICE As leaves began to turn, we again wended our way to school, this time via Senior Lane. It was hard to believe that we were practically at our im- mediate goal. If we overcame Ignorance, our advers- ary in this final year, we would shortly find ourselves on the international team of life, becoming more cognizant of our duties to all humanity with each succeeding year. Bernard Cohen became our Captain for the sec- ond time, and Iris Hechler was chosen Assistant Captain, also for the second time. Patricia Garrett took charge of the Scorekeeper's assignments, and as Business Manager, Saul Klein was selected to take the financial situation in hand. Saul also became Editor of the team newspaper, Iris Hechler was chosen Editor of the team chronicle, and Lawrence Cooper beecame Referee at our practice sessions. Bernard Cohen, Sondra Rolbin, and Russell King were put in charge of the subsidiary athletic squads. Early in the year we began to practice diligently for our battles against Ignorance. We found that their defeat became increasingly easier, as in the previous years we had learned the basic elements in subjugating Ignorance when we had defeated Discord, Dishonesty, and Intolerance. Many of the talented members in our group were selected to perform in our Senior Play, Out of the Frying Pan. A few more of our number became members of the National Senior Honor Society. 44 Before we realized it the end of our Senior year was at hand. It was now June, and we were facing Ignorance together for the last time as an intramural team. In general, we were confident of the outcome. True, there were a few weak spots in the team, hut— as we had prophesied—we came through with flying colors in our last Big Game. We held our final social event, the gala Senior Banquet and Prom. And then we made our final appearance before the school and people of the neigh- borhood prior to our debut as members of the inter, national team of life. Resplendent in the new uni- forms which our treasury money had purchased, we presented our gift which we hoped would improve our old training field for members yet to be born. We received certificates and recognition for work well done, and suddenly, our training period was over. Yes, we are now ready to leave these walls, and it is with mixed emotions that we prepare to do so. But we know that with the foundation for better understanding of world issues and better citizenship which we have acquired here, we will be equal to the tasks we shall have to face on the team of life. We have faced Discord, Dishonesty, Intolerance, and Ignorance and have fallen prey to none of them. From these encounters, we carry away with us the realization that cooperation, honesty, tolerance, and knowledge will be our beacon lights in future years. They will lead us along the right paths, and may eventually point out to us how peace through inter- nationalism can be obtained. Hear, hear, O ye nations, and hearing obey The cry from the past and the call of today. —Hosmer 45 During the twelve years which the majority of the Class of 1952 has spent together in M. H. S., many things, both insignificant and mo- mentous, both amusing and tragic, have be- come indelibly printed in our minds, to be re- Lest We The time Estelle Marmarosh had the part of Cinder, ella's step-sister in the Cinderella Operetta. The good old times when we used to write 5,000 times, 1 will not talk.'' Helen Contos walking around with gum on her nose all day. When Alan Benson came to school dressed in a Hallowe'en costume a day too early. The times Ruth Chako used to drive Mr. Hoose crazy writing notes in algebra class. Bcrnic Cohen's view of Donald Orenstein running a race in underwear in sub-zero weather. Our successful freshman affair. When the girls began to wear lipstick and the boys began to notice the girls. The crush Russell King used to have on Nancy Schoonmaker. When Dick Zadanoff came down with the measles the night he had the lead in the Junior Dramatic Club p!ay. That one day we were looking at little Billy Edwards, and almost the next day we had to crane our necks upward to see him. When the desk in Miss Galligan's room fell on Jean Yeomans. The times Sylvia Zaritsky was always mistakenly ad- dressed by her sister Selma's name. Harold Lipman and his round-about solutions in math classes. When Larry Zegarelli became ping-pong champion at the Canteen in his junior year. membered for many years to come. Once more before we leave the portals of our beloved Alma Mater, we turn the leaves of our memory book. Roland Burns with his rib-tickling monologues in our class affairs. When Pat Garrett attended Girls' State at Skidmore College in the summer of her junior year. The calamity when Kay Heath walked into the Boys' Room in Kingston. Sol Lashinsky's truck and the rides we used to take. Those early morning baseball games of Walter Liess- ner, Robert Price, Robert Olcott, Eli KurLander, and John Ray. The noon hour lindy exhibitions by Nola Dearie. When it appeared that Sondra Rolbin was holding open house every night. Florence Slatkin tearing a slit in her skirt up to her waist at a basketball game. Stuart Troup's drag sessions in Physics Lab. The winged chariots of Howard Gottlieb, Ronald Crawford, and Pat Garrett, and all the wonderful places they took us. Robert Buckles and his manual skill. When the local paper reported Iris Hechler as this county's first probable voyager to the moon. Monis Brafman's romantic entanglements in his jun- ior year. The time Dottie Porter was locked in the visiting team room while playing ping-pong and had to crawl out through a small window. Lloyd Graper suddenly becoming quite a sharp dresser. Goldie Dobkin leaving for California and returning home again in her junior year. Forget . . . 46 John Kurthy chauffering his streamlined car about town. The lovely singing voice of Gertrude Owen, dis- closed at our Junior Affair. The renowned athletic ability of Dot Christie. The Junior-Senior girls' basketball games and our victorious girls. Saul Klein becoming the recipient of a Syracuse Citi- zenship Scholarship. Ruth Ann Reed being chosen Junior Prom Queen. Harold Diamond with the appellations of Tillie, Sparkles, Bubbles, and Heshie. Ray Bulken and his model airplanes. The sweet, quiet ways about Wilma Miller. Our terrific Senior Play and the little time we had to prepare for it. Eugene O'Gorman and his ukulele. When Fallsburgh absconded with our Senior Lane sign in the dead of night. Joan Van Keuren's long, long hair. Donald Hickman's great running ability in cross country. Sondra Schechter adding a little more glamour to room 117 when she became a member. When Sally Abbey was continually reprimanded for walking down Senior Lane, as no one realized she was a senior. How we used to drag Arnie Cohn and the swell sport he was about it. Earl Doderer and his— Here are this morning's an nouncements. Walter Barth bringing us through a successful junior year and then becoming G. O. P. Joan Breen's scream as Marge in the Senior Play. When Evelyn Kelly broke her collar bone. David Katzman's migrations between Florida and Monticello. Larry Cooper as captain of the monitor squad. Julius Lorber and the famous Latin classes. The nicknames of Steve Kesten, Warren Mitofsky, Bernie Cohen, and Ronald Siegel. Marilyn Schilowitz and her reaction to the Mickey Finn in Out of the Frying Pan. The tranquillity” of room 116, with its ever-chang- ing advisors. Miss Mac's girls and Mrs. Osborn's boys. The exciting basketball games from which most of us returned home hoarse. What a close watch the girls kept on Mr. Kaiser’s social doings. How amazed we were to find Dr. Gay laughing heartily with us in class. What a great sport the girls thought Miss Mac was. How glad we were to know that Mrs. Osborn would finish out our high school days with us. The terrific job Mr. Cook did with the Radio Club and the Senior Play. Feverishly cramming for Regents. The crazy parties we used to have. The many wonderful friendships we formed. With what mingled feelings we prepared to depart from M. H. S. Our gala Senior Prom. And finally, Graduation Day. All these things we recollect. The image of those days is very clear to us now. Eventually it will dim, but never quite disappear. Our high school days to- gether will always be a cherished memory. How dear to this heart are the scenes of my childhood When fond recollection recalls them to view. — Woodworth 47 Out of The THE CAST (in order of appearance) George Bodell . Norman Reese Mrs. Garnett . . Tony Dennison Muriel Foster . Kate Ault .... Marge Benson Dottie Coburn Mr. Coburn ... Mr. Kenny ... Mac.......... Joe.......... ... Bernard Cohen .... Julius Lorber .. Patricia Garrett .... Walter Barth Marilyn Schilowitz . Sondra Schechter ...... Joan Breen . . Ruth Ann Reed ... Stephen Kesten Richard Zadanoff .... Lloyd Graper 48 Ronald Siegel Frying Pan Concluding a succession of outstanding presenta- tions, on November 16, the class of 1952 proudly produced a three act play entitled Out of the Fry- ing Pan,” which had a successful run at Monticello High School. A dilapidated apartment provided the setting for the unique comedy, wherein three struggling actors and as many actresses resided under a supposedly platonic relationship. The sole income of this crew came from the unsuspecting father of one of the girls. Their principal hope of breaking into stardom was to gain the attention of a famous producer who lived in the apartment beneath them. The plot reached hilarious proportions when the skeptical father began to investigate his daughter’s activities, and the actors' efforts to influence the pro- ducer met with howling failure. A scheme such as this, ably developed by the talent of the Senior Class and under the direction of Mr. Clyde Cook, could only emerge with positive results. 49 Jkl -WNQSV!3d SVllTV LO Narrator—Good evening, ladies and gentlemen. This evening Channel WMHS-TV is proud to present the first of a series of world plays. Tonight's drama is entitled — The World Peace Movement (With apologies to Bill Shakespeare) SCENE 1 A small dark cave, somewhere in Cookville, U. S. A. Three Apparitions stand about a steaming, smok- ing cauldron. Enter Spirit of '52. APPARITION 1. Who has entered this dreary, dis- mal cave? Stand up and speak, you haughty knave. APPARITION 2. He is the spirit of this year Who seeks What will come in future weeks. He wants a glimpse of what is to come. SPIRIT OF '52. It is true, faithful vision. That is what I seek— Knowledge of what is to be. Will you reveal this to me? APPARITIONS. When we say the mighty words. And lift the sagacious eye To a clear and bleeding sky. We then are ready, and may prophesy. A cloud of smoke erupts violently from the caul- dron, and takes the shape of a monstrous cloud which gradually settles and disperses. SCENE II The time, 1977. In place of the cloud, there now stands a beautiful circular building made entirely of golden glass. This structure is to be the site of an international meeting, the first of its kind, to discuss mutual cooperation between labor and management throughout the world. To facilitate this, many dif- ferent people from all walks of life were invited to attend and give their views. Foremost in this delega- tion are the representatives from the United States. To aid the reader in recognizing these individuals who have an important part in the play, we have pre- pared a cast of characters. And now, the Sergeant at Arms announces each delegate as he enters the World Building. Introduc- ing: Russell King, a western cowboy, Performs fancy tricks which we greatly enjoy. To attend the meeting he came east from the range. At the same time procuring a climatic change. Helen Contos, foremost of fashion designers. Creates new styles for social climbers. Donald Hickman is loved by all; His profession always keeps him on call. For every instance he knows the rules. As he is now Superintendent of Schools. Nola Dearie, in her studio of plastic, Instructs in the graces of the light fantastic.'' Gottlieb and Price, two engineers, Have carved themselves out successful careers. The former in mechanics, radio for the latter; But they're both famous men, is the heart of the mat- ter. Gertrude Owen, hostess for an airline. In her spare time has become a swimmer sublime. The master physician of them all, Is Saul Klein, now stately and tall. He's faithfully followed Hippocrates' oath; To minister to the ill, he's never loath. Ruth Chako has become a nurse of renown And married a doctor with an office uptown. Cristie and Jean Y., two women in white, Are always on call and always in sight. They'll come to your aid by day or by night— Sisters of mercy and bearers of light. The furnishings of homes arc beautifully planned When expert John Kurthy's the decorator in com- mand. A petite young miss whom children adore Is Sally Abbey, with a room on the first floor Of the most modern school this city has seen. She's a grade school teacher, always kind, never mean. Lipman and Olcott, of scientific bent, Are giving demonstrations with crackless cement. Kathryn Heath, famed teacher of art, Has found success since she made her start. Her students come from far and wide And their accomplishments fill her with pride. Harold Diamond, now a movie magnate. Produces films that thrill and fascinate. Estelle Marmarosh, society matron, Has lately become an artistic patron, After her successful matrimony To a sauve, senatorial dignitary. Sergeants Crawford and Kurlander with badges that shine Are two fine policemen of precincts 5 and 9. Marilyn Schilowitz, a noted therapist. Achieved her fame in aiding a pugilist Who thought he was finshed when his leg had a cramp, But Marilyn helped him and now he's the champ. Dick Zadanofl of business administration Manages the finances of a large corporation. 52 Banker and athlete, Alan Benson, Earned for himself a place in the sun Because of the awards which he had won After playing baseball just for fun. Sondra Schechter, new dramatic sensation. Has a radio show heard throughout the nation. Lloyd Graper, New York financier On the side, is a Wall Street seer, Who started out as a poor bell hop Before he fought and reached the top. Joan Van Keuren has just set a record As the worLd's fastest typist, by public accord. A social worker successful indeed Is Sondra Rolbin, who has followed her creed Of helping prevent crime and people from going wrong By offering advice, gently yet strong. Billy Edwards, Alaskan ranch owner, Has become the Runyan Fund's largest donor. Iris Hechler, a woman of knowledge Has accomplished much since the end of college. Traveled, informed of current events. Her conversations are of note-worthy contents. Wilma Miller, with her beauty salon, Wife of a debonair French garcon Is the person to whom prominent women come When they want their hair and nails expertly done. Ray Bulken, the famous be-bop king, Is the delegate from Petrillo, jr.'s, union of swing. Evelyn Kelly, back home from abroad. Has the golden tones which people applaud. She's just returned from the European scene Where she sang for England's King and Queen. Walt Barth, a capable man, By living his life with a definite plan Has conquered the fields of music and art. Being still in his prime, this is merely a start. Julius Lorber, that man you see. Made his success in pharmacy. Breen and Garrett, two misses pretty, Cast their lot in New York City, They have now excelled many of their brethren By marrying men of high profession. Here'rc Warren Mitofsky and Bernie Cohen Who've made something new, a seismophone. Two men of fame, world pioneers Who established themselves as prime engineers. Ruth Ann Reed, petite and cute, Is here today in a sable suit. A top flight actress in Broadway hits, She reached stardom after playing small bits. Monis Brafman and Larry Cooper Are two farmer friends whose crops have been super. Arnold Cohn, of Monticello Steam, Put his company on the beam. He worked hard and used Glean To get his laundry sparkling clean. Liessner and Doderer now cross our path, Two worthy gentlemen of science and math Who have recently received a world ovation For molding a new scientific creation. Robert Buckles, whose hobby is art, Is professionally a contractor, worthy and smart. Larry Zegarelli, an ambitious fellow, Is a visiting celebrity from Monticello Who made his fortune in the weirdest manner— By training fleas for a carnival banner! Then came the man, Sol Lashinsky by name. Chopping steak is his claim to fame. Ronald Siegel, a cleaner by trade, Is a wealthy man, as his fortune is made. He traveled the world for the U. S. N., Was sent to China, and made much yen. Along come Messers Kesten and O'Gorman, Both attorneys and each a prosperous man. One tries cases, the other writes briefs, Together they bring D. A.s many griefs. Rarely remaining in one place for long, David Katzman is never wrong When it comes to refrigeration matters. He knows all, when others know smatters. Misses Dobkin and Slatkin have come to the meeting. Where with Misses Zaritsky and Porter they exchange a cordial greeting. All four are secretaries, here today To jot down in shorthand what the speakers will say. Some prominent delegates now present their points of view as to working out a solution for a lasting world peace. Midway between speeches entertainment is provided By Crooner” Troup, whom we have decided Is the Caruso of this generation And well deserved of that appellation. Roland Bums, too, provides a diversion Between the speeches with his fantastic version Of life in the country; just a natural mimic, His performance is flawless, says a noted critic. The session is concluded with inspirational talks by the remainder of the representatives. Narrator—-Ladies and gentlemen of the WMHS-TV home audience, that concludes our presentation for the evening. We hope you've enjoyed it, and have seen how harmoniously people from so varied sta- tions in life throughout the world can get along to- gether. They have shown you how a start can be made towards a world peace movement. They'd like to see you follow it up. Thank you very much, and a pleasant good night to all. Lo, dau nt a new era, transcending the old The poet's rapt vision, by prophet foretold! 53 And Youll Remember Me . . n In the four years we have spent at Monticello High School. w e have lost many of our classmates to schools both far and near. Some of these people we'll never forget, and we don't want you to forget them either. We have attempted to get in touch with all the former members of our Class of 1952; however, we have had only six replies from these students. Those from whom we have not heard are Avis Eck, Harry Ericson, Edwin Erion, William Fiske, Walter Jackson, George Kelly, Meryl Kornblum, Helen O'Keefe, Donald Orenstein, John Ray, William Robinson, Kenneth Susser, and Phyllis Yeomans. Some left in our freshman year, others in our soph- omore year, quite a few in our junior year, and the remainder in our senior year. But, whenever they left, it was with sincere regret that we saw them go. They will always remain in our memories as an in- tegral part of our high school days. t Martin Cohen, whom many of us still remember as our tall and lanky friend, is now in his senior year at South Broward High School, Hollywood, Florida. He has played varsity basketball for the past two years, and this year he is on the first team. He writes some sport news for the local town paper and is very active in the B'nai B'rith Youth Organization. After graduation he plans to study at Miami University. Q Bruce Goodwin, formerly a member of the Class of 1952 here at M. H. S., is now attending school in Florida. Previously he attended Fallsburgh Central School where he was very active in sports, being on the varsity soccer and basket- ball teams. Alan Katzman, since he has left Monticello High School, has attended De Witt Clinton High School in the Bronx, from which he was graduated this past January. He had been accepted at both N. Y. U. and City College, but we have not been informed as to which one he is presently attending. He believes that he will major in biochemistry which will eventually lead into the field of biometrics. 54 Nancy Schoonmaker, our pert and pretty ex-classmate, has been a student of the Middletown High School since 1948. She is an active member of the Student Council, Art Club, Junior Red Cross, Beta Hi Y., and the Junior Classical League. This year she is Senior Class President and was elected Queen of the Winter Carnival. Harvey Steinerman, recently of M. H. S.'s Class of 1952, is now complet- ing his high school education at Stuyvesant High School in Manhattan, where he is specializing in science and math. He had not yet formulated his plans for college at the time when we were in touch with him. Franklin Towber, during the year since he left Monticelio High School, has been attending America's first high school, the English High School of Boston. He has participated in numerous activities including indoor track, varsity basketball, and varsity golf. After graduation, he may attend Boston University. Perhaps at some future time a phrase or a deed will stir a small portion of our memory, bringing forth ever so clearly thoughts of these people who were once with us. We’re glad that we've known There may, perhaps, in such a scene, Some recollection he Of days that have as happy been, And you'll remember me. —Bunn them, even if but for a short time. For each and every one of them has enriched our lives to some extent. 55 o x ? TOOkd U Svi ee-t -BULLETIN BOARD- A Got h� tn m Su � B «.u vy «A5 V , ? OT« A.XVCft. ITv Ok-VT- First Row—H. Harawitz, K. Zakarin, S. Gipson, K. Kelly, Mr. Erwin, Mr Freeman. Mr. Thompson, A. Vapnek. S. Strongin, T. Block, C. Stewart. Second Row—M. Gersten, M Blatt, S. Ziegler, J. LaRoche. D Heins, M Kranz. D Matin, J. Gilbert, B. Bailey, S. Goldman, L. Dauch, E. Dauch, R. Domfort. Third Row—D Wetmorc, C. Hector, L. Gluck. P. Easman, J. Philips, P. Haggerty, A. Bogdanow, J. Hammond, F. Gutekunst, C. Vernoy. B. Sadownick. B. Dauch. Fourth Row—M La Vecdiia, N. Glover. S. Tursi, R Morgan. L Messenger, D. Strickland, F. Leinpinsel. H. Ramsey, S. Kaplan. F. Smith, A. Shalman, M. Ehrcts. You have already completed the greatest part of your journey. You will, like the majority of your predecessors, probably spend the remainder of the distance planning and dreaming of your future, of your life after your four year climb through high school. You have presented your third and last class affair. Many new doors have been opened to you during this part of the journey. You have been able to supervise and attend your first formal—the Junior Prom. Many of you have been a living part of this gay whirl of dancing figures for the first time in your lives. In just another short interval of time, you will have reached the mountain s peak, only to climb new and higher mountains. In just a little while, you will have completed one phase of the cycle of life, only to start anew—learning to dare, to challenge, learning to be prudent, learning to lend a helping hand, and always climbing, climbing, climbing. 58 JUNIOR First Row—A. Rosenzweig, L. Bielski, L. Glass. Mr Thompson, Mr. Erwin. Mr. Freeman, J. Brochu, P. Bulken, A. Ensler. Second Row— R. Clement. R Hoyt. R Booth. W. Crawford. H Weinberg J. O Donnell. N. Monroe, D. Ncuville, G. Sollcr, M. Greenwald. R. Swierski. G. Amatucci. Third Row—L. Goldblatt, J. Whitney, R. Heins. P Sclbst. A. Clark, M Karamcchedis, J. Taylor, N. Allen, P. Galewalcr, C. Murran, F. Laufersweiler. Fourth Rou—A. Rubin, J. Gold, R. Howard, H. Barth, M. Kinsbruner, G. Hornbeck. President...................................James Brochu Vice-President........................................Ada Vapnek Secretary.................................Katherine Kelly Treasurer............................................ Leo Glass Advisors.......Mr. Erwin, Mr. Freeman, Mr. Thompson CLASS 59 SOPHOMORE Now that you have become accustomed to the climb, and you have come to recognize the danger and safety signs, your journey is even more enjoyable. You have learned to challenge, you have learned to dare. You have found new travelling companions on the way, whom you have accepted joyfully; you have aided climbers below you, above you, and at your side. Previously, you have staged two excellent variety shows, exhibiting the outstanding talents of all your fellow classmates. Your class is abounding with athletes, scholars, some fine leaders, and many excellent followers. You are now fully prepared to enter the second half of your journey. Whether it be difficult or not, depends upon you as an individual. If you have fared well so far, you may proceed without apprehension, but with cau- tion. Finl Row—N. Frank, S. Rudd, S. Smalls, J. R� bb. Dr. Gay, Miss Qualtcre, F Dunn, J. Knott, S. Cobert, M Case. Second Row—D. Chako, J. Lorber, A. Lcinpinsel, F. O'Gorman. J. Sherman, G. Williams, R. Hornbttk, R Spector, I. Schechter, B. Schneider, L. Nazarow, S. Lhevan. Third Row-—). Tompkins, J. Formwald, S. Rosenbaum, A. N'ovack, J. Brody, A Kcifrider, M. York, M. Ziporkin, B. Kurthy. J. Elchyshen, B Maxwell, C. Pollack. Fourth Row—N. Johnson, W. Kraft, E. Wilkins, J. Norton. L. Lasker, J. Smith. B. Green, B. Koran, D. Littmon. CLASS President..................................Peter Sheppard Vice-President..................................Judy R°bb Secretary................................... Frances Dunn Treasurer................................ Melvin Greenfield Advisors..........................Miss Qualtere, Dr. Gay First Row—J. Galligan, M. Schongut. L. Kinch, M. Greenfield, Dr. Gay, Miss Qualtere, P. Sheppard, A. Cooper, B. Resnick, J. Burd, C. Crawford. Second Row—H. Gibber, J. Lieberman, A. Dauch, M. Galligan. W. Heydorn, B. Levinson, H. Glick, R. Mastropiero, S. Gold, L. Griggs. Third Row—H. Horowitz, F. Weiser, H. Stanton, A. Geiler, B. Finkelstein, E. Smith, M. Ringel, L Rubin, A. Krier, M. Cohen. First Row-S. Cohn, L. Mitofsky, B. Wells, Mr. Kaiser, Mr. Hoose, Mr. Alcabes, M. Shedey, M. Hertz, M McCormick. Sec- ond Row—F Lukaczer. G. Steinerman, S. Gold, P. Gardner, B. Stanton, J. Pollack, A. Diamond, S. Whitaker. J. Hickman, A. Dean. R. Filippim, R. Kreisbcrg, L. Burger, F. Perelmutter, M Wells. Third Row—S. Stanton. J. Goslin P. Edwards E Geiler, A. Kromberg, L. Fulton. M. Allen. E. VanKeuren. Fourth Row—E. Slatkin. S. Spector, D. Schcck, B Cummings I Fraser, N. Buckles, P. Formwald, E. Persten, P. Rudd, R. Geichman, R. Goldstein You have completed your first, and perhaps most hazardous, year in the four year climb through high school. The first leg” of your journey may be termed hazardous because you have had to adapt yourselves to new surround- ings and you have had to overcome many obstacles. But these handicaps have been, for the most part, met and defeated. By this time, you have come to realize your assets and liabilities. You have, with the aid of your advisors, produced and starred in your very suc- cessful class affair. You have become interested in diverse extra-curricular activities, and have helped to make them function and succeed. You have set your mark and are well on the way to reaching it, aware that it can only be attained by diligent and untiring effort. 62 First Row—H. Seargent, E. Hcmmcr, D. Blackburn, Mr. Kaiser, Mr. House, Mr. Alcabes, E. Joyce, S. Spritzer, R. Rubin. Second Row—I. Zubow, M. Paul, P. Cahalan, M. Smith, R. Taggart. A. Altman, J. Parks, M Diamond, R Trachtenberg, E. Gelb, L. Bokor, D. Schachnovsky. C. Zornow. Third Row—H. Sturgis, H. Kudier, G. Tierney, J. Crawford, M. Schwartz, L. Baumgardt, D. Manowitz, M. Lieberman, R. Kravitz, M. Bagish. Fourth Row—P. Phillips, R. Benjamin, E. Wallace, F. Davison, L. Clark, C. Wells, E. Rubin. CLASS President................................Edmund Joyce Vice-President........................... Barbara Wells Secretary................................ Martha Sheeley Treasurer...............................Andrew Blackburn Advisors..............Mr. Alcabes, Mr. Hoose, Mr. Kaiser 63 EIGHTH First Row—C. Reynolds, C. Leff, H. Godess, Miss Turner. Mr. Hagstrom, D. Hoose, S. Benton, T. Katzman, D. Fagin. Sec- ond Roti'—C. Glick, L. Price, D. Frey, J. Royal, K. Featherstonc, B. Smalls. M. Chicko. A. Lagerway. C. Albrecht. A Smith, G Wolfson, S. Robinson, M Clark. Third Row—P. Lawrence, N. Austin. C. Merfeld. M. Beach, P. Feldman J. Lyons R Whispell, C. Sharp, J. Avery, H. Karamechedis, O. Hansen, B. Stroebele. Two years of junior high school have molded you into a better person, more capable of becoming a high school entrant. Success is your goal and success it will be. But you must work diligently, enthusiastically, and strenuously in order to attain your goal. You have chosen your course of study. Whether it be academic, com- mercial, manual, or art, the enjoyment and satisfaction which you will receive from it will only depend upon the amount of effort you put into it. High school days are full of fun and laughter. There are class affairs, proms, and many other sources of entertainment. All these things are in store for you. 64 GRADE Firti Row—S. Bokor, D. Vapnek, A. Fielding, R. Sturgis, Miss Turner, Mr Hagstrom, A. Richardson, W. Heins, N. Terwil leger, A. Cohen, D. Gciselman. Second Row—B Helfner, F. Taggart, P. Rhulen, E. Morse, G. Wagner, H Messenger, E. Hoyt, A Sal kin, G. Kinch. S. Sugarman, B. Cohen, Jf. Finkler, L Adelman Third Rou —R Rosen, W. Brasington, G. Bums, M. Rosenblum. S Rosenbaum, M. Schwartz. H. Schilowitz, J. Sheppard, R Smiley, R. Stratton, J Abramson. President........................... Andrew Richardson Vice-President......;.....................Harriet Godess Secretary-Treasurer.................Theodore Yeomans Advisors.................... Miss Turner, Mr. Hagstrom 65 After waiting six years to become a student of Monticelio High School, you have finally achieved your immediate goal. However, you are only com- mencing the long, long journey which awaits you. Your school life in high school is vastly different from that of your grade school days. Yes, there is a difference, a big difference; it's harder but more fun. You have five more years of school to complete. These five years offer you happiness, knowledge, friends, and maturity. With your chin up and a smile, go seek them. SEVENTH First Row—C. Rogers, S. Cohen, L. Zarin, Miss Galligan, Mr. Prosono. Miss Long, C. Cook, C. Metz, C. Feuer. Second Row— W. Leigh, L. Barrett, N. Cohn, M. Cummings, F. Baker, M. Pollack, M. Smith, L. Braught, M Hornbeck, P. Sturgis, S. Resnick, B. Schwartz Third Row—E. Owen, A. Taggart, B Hechler, M Schaefer, A. Olmstead, J. Johanson, C Hemmer, L. Gerson J. Case. President .................................. Lance Sprayregen Vice-President Carol Cook Secretary-Treasurer...............................Richard Karl Advisors.................Miss Galligan, Miss Long, Mr. Prosno GRADE Fir it Row—G. Foss, E. Turetzky, J. Ellis, G Acker, L. Sprayregen, Miss Galligan, Mr. Prosono, Miss Long, R Karl, J. Cross, D. Hogue, A. Stackhouse. Second Row—M. Ellison, G. Filiss, H. Barrett, L. Gottlieb, B. Ledina, R. Philips, R. Aks, W. Brown, F. Lerner, J. Schechter, D. Goodgion, A. Benton. T Price, C. Eggelton, E. Conklin. Third Row—A La Polt, D. Lin- denbaum, C. Brown, J. Taggart, G. Yonkers, F. Scaramuzzo, A. Glick, A Mendels. J. Crawford, E. Benjamin, J. Chicko, R Brown, O. Tuttle. -FROM DAYS OF YORE- We drew a circle that took him in! —Markham THE MONTI STAFF First Row—S. Rolbin, M. Schilowitz, Mr. Cook, L. Graper, I. Hechler, Mr. Freeman, R Buckles, E. Marmarosh. Second Row —D. DeCristofalo, G. Dobkin, J. Breen, R. Siegel, S. Klein, B. Cohen, W. Barth, P Garrett, F Slatkin, H. Contos. Editor-in-Chief.........................................Iris Hechler Business Manager................................Lloyd Graper Advisors..............................Mr. Cook, Mr. Freeman Writing Staff Bernard Cohen Dorothy DeCristofalo Saul Klein Sondra Rolbin Marilyn Schilowitz Walter Barth Art Staff Robert Buckles Helen Contos Typing Staff Joan Breen Estelle Marmarosh Goldie Dobkin Florence Slatkin Business Staff Patricia Garrett Ronald Siegel 70 Apology Business Staff Fir ft Row— M. Kranz, W. Licssncr, Mr Hagstrom, L. Mitofsky, K Kreisberg. Second Row—I O’Donnell P. Rudd, B Helfner. Apology Typing Staff First Row—J. Breen, D Porter, R. Reed, J. VanKeuren, L. Gluck, J I .a Roche. Second Row—S. Zuritsky, C. Hector. H. Contos, N. Glover, C. Sarine. Apology Editorial Staff Fini Row—F. Slatkin, J. Gilbert, M. Schilowiti, Mr Erwin, S. Klein, S Rolbin, A. Vapnek, S. Gipson. Second Row—E. Slatkin, K. Zakarin, P. Hajyterty. R. Goldstein, S. Spector, S. Kestcn, T Block. K. Kelly, J. Goslin, S. StronRin. Third Row— E. O'Gorman. L. Zejjarelli, L. Glass, M Karamcchedis, B. Cohen, W. Barth, R. Borden. A. Kromberx EJ tor. rt-Chief News Editor......... Feature Editor...... Boys' Sports Editor Girls' Sports Editor Exchange Editor . . . Junior High Editor Business Manager . Publicity Manager . Secretary-Treasurer Literary Advisor . . Business Advisor . . ....... Saul Klein ... Sondra Rolbin .....Ada Vapnek . . . . Steven Kesten .....Susan Gipson . Marilyn Schilowitz .....Rita Goldstein .. 5 Walter Licssner .....Joan Gilbert ... Florence Slatkin ..... Mr. Erwin .... Mr. Hagstrom THE APOLOGY Fini Row—W. Barth, E. Dodcrtr, S. Rolbin, Mr. Thompson, S. Klein, I. Hechlcr, B. Cohen. Second Row—S. Gipson P Garrett, W. Edwards, J. Gilbert, A. Vapnek. National Senior Honor Society Eligibility for admission into this society lected on the basis of scholarship, leadership, requires that a student must be a Junior or a character, and service. Inductions are held semi- Senior and must have maintained at least a B annually, in January and June, average. From the list of students who have Since 1949, the National Senior Honor So- maintained this average, fifteen per cent of ciety has awarded a trophy to the most out- each class may be chosen by the Senior Honor standing student of the sophomore class. Society for membership. The students are se- w President.................................. Sondra Rolbin ' ' Vice-President...................................Saul Klein Secretary....................................Iris Hechler Treasurer .................................. Earl Doderer Advisor.....................................Mr. Thompson 74 First Row—M. Chicko, J. Finkler, Miss Galligan, R. Trachtenberg, E Slatkin, R. Goldstein, R. Geichman, M. Clark, L. Bokor, D Mmowitz. National Junior Honor Society Membership in the National Junior Honor in Monticello High School for a year and have Society is frequently one of the main incentives obtained at least a B average may be considered, to Junior High School students to work to the After the scholastic requirement has been ful- highest level of their ability. filled, then the factors of citizenship, character, The members are selected by a committee of leadership, and service ire taken into considera- teachers with whom the students in question tion. Inductions are held each January and have had the closest contact. Only those 7th, June. Only 10 per cent of each class may be- 8th, and 9th graders who have been enrolled come members. President .................................. Susan Spector Vice-President..............................Estelle Slatkin Secretary-Treasurer.........................Rhoda Geichman Advisor.....................................Miss Galligan 75 LONE SCOUTS Scoutmaster............ Kenneth L. Rutherford Assistant Scoutmaster ........ Ellis Hagstrom Assistant Scoutmaster.........Louis Freeman Assistant Scoutmaster ......... Milton Berlye Assistant Scoutmaster...... William J. Miller Assistant Scoutmaster.................... Max Schapiro Assistant Scoutmaster....................Gary Cooper Assistant Scoutmaster...........Richard Breen Explorer Advisor...................... Robert Smith Junior Assistant Scoutmaster . Lawrence Cooper Senior Patrol Leader.......William Edwards Scribe ....................... Eli Kurlander First Row—G. Acker, L. Cooper, W. Edwards, Mr. Hagstrom, Mr. Berlye, Mr. Rutherford, Mr. Freeman, E. Kurlander, R. Ben- jamin, H. Lipman. Second Row—L. Gottlieb, G. Filiss, R Philips, F. Lemer, W. Brown, G. Crawford, T. Hindley, M. Smith, R. Brown, H. Messenger, G. Foss. Third Row—A. LaPolt, E. Hoyt, E. Benjamin, E. Van Keuren, R Karl, D. Lindenbaum, R. Hoyt, H. Gottlieb, W. Barth. Fourth Row—C Crawford, R. Mastropiero, P. Galewaler, A. Clark, L. Clark, H. Barth, R. Price, D. Hickman. Lone Scout Tribe 85 is composed of those boys interested in Scouting who do not live within areas supporting a Boy Scout Troop. Under Rotary Club sponsorship, these boys are provided with an opportunity to participate in all Boy Scout activities. Weekly meetings are held at M. H. S. during activity period. This year during Boy Scout Week the Lone Scouts held a Boy Scout display in a store on Broadway. Also, the Lone Scouts hold an annual fun night for the entertain- ment of students, faculty, and public. First Row—D. Chako, R. Siegel, S. Strongin, L. Graper, Mr, Cook, T. Block, R Zadanoff, M. Schilowitz, B. Cohen, J. Sherman. Second Row—B. Kurthy, N. Johnson, A. Shalman, M. Blatt, S. Goldman, H. Harawitz, S. Schechter, F. Dunn, R. Hornbeck, R. Chako, L. Gluck. Third Row—J. Kurthy, S. Troup, H. Glick, R. Mastropiero. The purpose of the Radio Club is to help its members gain knowledge and experience in the field of radio work. The club presents a program of one-half hour over station WVOS each Saturday morning. All material is written by the club members and the actual broadcasting is done by the members themselves. President_ Vice-President Secretary_ Treasurer ... Advisor... RADIO CLUB 77 .. Rhea Hornbeck ... Thelma Block Beverly Sadownick . . Sheila Strongin ....... Mr. Cook Primus Consul . . Secundus Consul . Scriptor......... Quaestor......... Advisor.......... The Latin Club, or Legio Romana,” is a social club for those who are studying or have studied Latin. The purpose of the club is to augment the members’ knowledge of the Latin language and Roman civilization in ways not possible in the ordinary classroom situation. The Legio Romana” is a chapter member of the Junior Classical League, a national or- ............................ Iris Hechler ......................Milton Karamechedis ..............................Joan Gilbert ...........................Nelson Monroe ................................ Dr. Gay ganization. The club meetings consist of games, parties, and project work. This year, the mem- bers are undertaking to make a replica of ancient Rome. A Latin newspaper, the Vox Latina, is published by the members of the club. Each spring a splendid banquet is staged for the club members and their guests. tinl Row—D Matin, A Vapnek, N. Monroe, I. Hechler, Dr. Gay. M Karamechedis, J. Gilbert. J. Smith, J. Knott. Second Rou—G. Williams. F. O'Gorman, J. LaRoche, D. Heins, J. Brody, N. Roberts, M. Gerstcn, H. Harawitz, M. Kranz, Joan Lor- her, W. Kraft. Third Rou --Julius Lorber, W. Crawford, J. O Donnell. S. Rolbin, F Leinpinsel, A Novaclc, B. Bailey. A. Keifrider, M. Schilowitz, R. Zadanoff, D. Hickman. 78 President.......... Vice-President . . . Secretary-T reasurer Advisor ........... The Spanish Club, El Circulo Espanol,” is a cultural organization open to membership by students who are studying Spanish. It in- stills in its members a better understanding of the customs of Spain and the South American countries by activities participated in during Wilma Miller . Sherry Kaplan Sylvia Goldman . . Mrs. Osborn club meetings. Movies are shown relating to Spanish-speaking countries, and games are played designed to increase the working Span- ish vocabulary of the students. Annually, the Spanish Club sponsors the Pan-American Day assembly at school. First Row—L. Bidski, W. Miller, S. Goldman, S. Kaplan. Second Row— R. Siegel, M. Greenwald, S. Ziegler, D. DeCristofalo, Mrs. Osborn. Third Row— P. Selbst, L. Goldblatt, R. Swierski, W. Licssner. 79 Fini Row—I. Schechter, S. Troup, P Haggerty, K Kelly, A. Vapnek. Miss Qualterc, E. O'Gorman, K Zakarin, R. Reed, J. Lorber. Second Row—S. Schechter, J. Gilbert, A. Novack, R. Mastropiero, P. Selbst, M. Karamechedis, H. Glick, A. Cooper, R. Siegel, J. Hammond. The Senior Dramatic Club furnishes an out- let for those students in Senior High School who are interested in the field of dramatics. The club, besides playing host once during each year to the other schools participating in the Duso League plays, travels each year to Fallsburgh, Ellenville, and Liberty to take part in these plays. A one-act play is presented by the Senior Dramatic Club annually at an as- sembly program. President.............. Vice-President ....... Recording Secretary ... Corresponding Secretary Treasurer ............ Advisor .............. Eugene O'Gorman .... Ada Vapnek Katherine Kelly Ruth Ann Reed . . Kayla Zakarin . . . Miss Qualtere SENIOR DRAMATIC CLUB 80 JUNIOR DRAMATIC CLUB President ............. Vice-President ........ Recording Secretary . . . Corresponding Secretary Treasurer.............. Advisor ............... David Manowitz . Susan Spector Alice Kromberg Lawrence Bokor Rhoda Geichman .... Miss Long Providing its members with a means through which to help them better appreciate the field of dramatics is the primary purpose of the Junior Dramatic Club. In order to be- come a member, besides possessing some act- ing ability, a student must be in the seventh, eighth, or ninth grade, and must maintain at least a B average in English. During the year the Junior Dramatic Club generally presents several one-act plays and one three-act play. At the end of each year after their three-act play has been presented, the members travel to New York City to see a Broadway stage production. First Row—ft. Kreisberg. A. Kromberg, D. Manowitz, Miss Long. S. Spector. L. Bokor. H. Sturgis, S. Resnick. Second Row— B I.edma, M. Clark, A. LaPolt, R. Smiley, R. Rosen, D. Hoose, M. Schwarz. E. Rubin, A. Salkin, C. Glick, B. Schwartz. 81 First Row—J. Lorbcr, T. Block, J. Gilbert, Dr. Gay, E. Dodcrer, L. Gluck, F. Perelmutter, 1. Zubow. Second Row—S. Strongin, M. Hertz, E. Slatkin, K. Zakarin, L. Fulton, R. Kreisberg. M Kranz, S. Spritzer. I. Hechler. Third Row—A. Vapnek, S. Spector, M. Diamond, R. Borden, E. O'Gorman, J. Goslin, B. Sadownick. Fourth Row—P. Garrett, A. Kromberg, E. Rubin, S. Klein, J. Smith, L. Lasker, J. Robb, R. Goldstein. The Squad is composed of volunteer stu- dents. They have charge of all the announce- ments made over the school public address sys- T echnician Advisor . tern at the beginning of each morning and afternoon session. A different student reads the announcements each week. While obtaining experience in microphone technique and dic- tion the Squad is also performing a vital serv- ice for the faculty and students. ....................... Earl Doderer ............................. Dr. Gay 82 Firil Row—J. Brody, M. Hertz, J. Gilbert, E. Doderer, Dr. Gay, A. Vapnek, P. Selbst, A. Novack, J. Smith. Second Row—R Kreisberg, E. Slatkin. B. Sadownick. K. Zakarin, S. Spector, M Diamond, B. Koran, S. Lhevan, J. Lorber, S. Spritzer. Third Row—S. Kesten, R. Geichman, A. Kromberg, M. Karamechedis, S. Klein,� W Crawford, E. O Gorman, L. Lasker. The purpose of the Debate Club is to train students in the art of speaking fluently and in- telligently. Its members represent our school in competition with other debators. This year many spirited debates have been held concerning the issue of: President . . . Vice-President Secretary .... Treasurer . . . Librarian . .. Advisor .... 83 RESOLVED: That all American citizens should be subject to conscription in time of war. The Debate Club has its own point system by which members may earn silver and gold medals for excellence in debating and they may also earn a half credit towards graduation. . Earl Doderer Robert Borden . Ada Vapnek . Joan Gilbert Paul Selbst Dr. Gay Combining fun and relaxation with de- veloping the power of reasoning and concen- tration in its members, the Chess Club is de- voted to the pursuit of one of the most intrigu- ing games of all. At the weekly meetings the club members compete against each other, thus CHESS Harold Lipman .... John Ray Richard Sturgis Edmund Joyce ... Mr. Kaiser President Vice-President Secretary Treasurer . . . Advisor ...... increasing their knowledge and skill in the game. Tournaments are often held. During the course of the year, a gradual improvement in the chess playing proficiency of the members may be noted. CLUB First Rou—D. Hogue, M. Paul, E. Turetzky. E. Joyce, Mr. Kaiser, R. Sturgis, H. Lipman, E. O'Gorman, P. Rhulen. Second Row—J. Cross, A. Benton, L. Gottlieb, A. Glick, J Finkler, A. Altman. F. Scaramuzzo, F Lerner, A Mendels, G. Filiss, W Brown, A. La Poll. Third Row—R. Mastropiero. R Kravitz, J. Rivenburg, F Robinson, E. Wallace, M. Licberman, R Taggart. R. Price. 84 President ......... Vice-President . . . Secret ary-T reasurer Advisor............ One of the youngest clubs at Monticello High School, the Math Club is now in its sec- ond year of existence. It is composed of those students who have taken three years of math Walter Liessner Raymond Bulken Warren Mitofsky ..... Mr. Kaiser or are taking their third year of math. Many difficult problems which could not possibly be done during class periods are worked on by the members during the weekly club meetings. First Rou—H. Weinberg, W. Liessner, Mr. Kaiser, 'R. Bulken, W. Mitofsky. B. Cohen. Second Row-—H Lipman, R. Swier- ski, S. Klein, E. Doderer, N. Monroe, W. Barth, J. O'Donnell. MATH CLUB 85 SENIOR SCIENCE President----- Vice-President Secretary Treasurer . .. Advisor ....... Lawrence Cooper ... Arnold Cohn Jean Yeomans ., Arnold Cohn Mr. Bremenstuhl c L U B The Senior Science Club provides an op- portunity to those students who desire to fur- ther their interest in science. Members prepare various scientific projects and perform experi- ments utilizing practical applications of scien- tific principles. Once each year the club mem- bers present an assembly to the entire student body, often featuring experiments which ap- pear miraculous to those uninitiated into the deeper phases of science. A special science library is maintained by the club for the use of the students. Mr Bremenstuhl. L. Glass. W Edwards, A. Cohn, J. Yeomans. E. Doderer, A Bogdanow, W Mitofsky, B. Cohen. L. Cooper. 86 President ... Vice-President Secretary ... Treasurer ... Advisor .... Estelle Slatkin Richard Rubin Rita Goldstein . Ivan Zubow . Miss Turner The Junior High Science Club helps develop a scientific attitude in students from the seventh to ninth grades. The students are able to gain valuable knowledge in the scientific world by using the equipment of the science department. JUNIOR HIGH SCIENCE first Row—I. Zubow, E. Slatkin Second Row—G. Wolfson, D. Manowitz, R. Rubin, R. Goldstein, A. Salkin, D. Vapnek, S. Spritzer, F Perclmutter. Third Row—Miss Turner, M. Chick� . 87 President Vice-President Secretary . . . . Treasurer . . . Advisor Robert Buckles Morlene Case Helen Contos Ronald Hoyt . Miss Kubiak Pint Row—N. Buckles, H. Contos, M Sheeley, Miss Kubiak. Second Row—M. Blatt, S. Cobert, M. Case, W. Barth, R. Booth, R. Hoyt, A. Blackburn, R. Buckles. The Artsmen enables its members to create through drawing, painting, designing, and construction, those things in which they are interested. A wide variety of mediums are used. Club members contribute signs, posters, and decorations pertaining to the activities of our school and community. This year the members decorated several store windows in town with scenes representa- tive of the Thanksgiving season. THE ARTSMEN 88 JUNIOR HIGH HANDICRAFTS CLUB This club offers Junior High School pupils an outlet for creative and experimental work in many different kinds of crafts. The interests of the individual students govern the choice of work. Christmas corsages were made and sold by the club this year. Finl Row—A. Richardson, C. Albrecht, A. Cohen. Second Row—M. Schaefer, C. Glick. S. Benton J. Lyons, J. Finkler, J. Royal, M. Clark, C. Leff, Miss Kubiak. President.............................'•..................Joseph Finkler Vice-President.....................................................Susan Benton Secretary ................................................ Carol Glick Treasurer ............................................... Marlene Clark Advisor ................................................... Miss Kubiak 89 First Row—L. Cooper, E. Joyce, H. Sturgis, B. Finkelstein, Mr Bremenstuhl, W. Edwards, G. Crawford, R. Benjamin, M. Paul. Second Row—T. Hindley, J. Rivenberg, R Swierski, R Olcott, M Smith. M. Licberman, R Price. D. Schachnovsky, C. Zornow, D. Hickman. Third Row—F. Davison. W Heydorn, L. Bielski. J. Brochu. L. Clark, C. Wells, R. Bulken, R. Mastro- piero. The important function performed by the members of the Projection Squad is the showing of motion pictures to the students during school assemblies and class periods. Facts presented in the audio- visual manner are better assimilated by the students than from textbooks. All PROJECTION SQUAD AND C L U B school motion picture projectors and slide cameras are used by the Squad. The Projection Club is a subdivision of the Projection Squad. This is composed of the majority of the Squad members. Its purpose is to further its members' knowl- edge in the mechanics of projection. President ........................................ Bernard Finkelstein Vice-President ....................................William Edwards Secretary ............................................. Harold Sturgis Treasurer ......................................... William Taggart Advisor............................................. Mr. Bremenstuhl 90 9' 0 PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB President Vice-President Secretary Treasurer . . . Advisor Lawrence Cooper . . Allen Cooper .. Nancy Glover Anita Bogdanow ... Mr. Alcabes This year marks the second year of the ex- istence of the Photography Club in Monticello High School. The members, having obtained their own darkroom and purchased the neces- sary equipment for developing and printing pictures, have done very well in this short space of time. The club greatly increases the mem- bers' enjoyment of their hobby, as well as aug- menting their knowledge of the technicalities involved in photography work. Fint Row—A. Cooper. N. Glover, Mr. Alcabes, L. Cooper. C. Sarme, A. Ensler. Second Rou—C. Hector, L. B.elski, B Levin- son, F Wippel, R. Northrup, R Buckles, E. Kurlander, M. Novick, A. Bogdanow Fini Rou—H. Barth, A. Geiler, Mr. Berlye, A. Benson, N. Allen, F. Weiser. Second Row—A. Dauch, S. LaPolt. R. Sparling, F. Robinson, P. Galewaler, C. Stoat. In its two years of existence, the Stagecraft Club has proved itself to be an invaluable asset to M. H. S. The services of this organization are varied but pertain to general stage operation. Many class affairs and plays owe their success in part to the elaborate sets and perfect lighting con- ditions provided by the Stagecraft Club. Pre sident ......... Vice-President . . . Secretary-T reasurer Advisor ........... Alan Benson Norbury Allen . Alfred Geiler . .. Mr. Berlye 92 First Rou — E. Turetzky, F. Perclmuttcr, P. Edwards. L. Mitofsky. L. Gluck, Mr Rutherford. E. Wilkins. J Robb. A. Keifrider, J. Knott. W Kraft. A Mendels. Second Rou—C. Zornow, A Fielding, D Matin, R. Kreisberg, A. La Polt, R. Goldstein, F. Leinpinsel, R. Spector, M. Blatt, H. Barrett, W. Heins, N. Terwilliger, G. Kinch. Third Row- D. Hogue, R. Karl, P. Selbst, R. Clement, F. Robinson, A. Cohn, G. Wagner. The newly formed Service Squad is composed of 35 stu- dents who are willing to devote one study hall a week to run- ning errands for the office staff. During the period that he is on duty the student is provided with a desk in the office where he may study or do work when there are no errands for him to do. This organization has proved itself a definite asset to the school. Advisor................... Mr. Rutherford SERVICE SQUAD 93 4-H CLUB President ..........................................Bernard 1'inkelstein Vice-President........................................... Leland Clark Secretary-Treasurer.......................................Alfred Geiler Advisor ............................................................. Mr Thompson The 4H Club, having been formed at Mon- ticello High School for the first time this year, consists of boys who are concerned with agri- culture and methods of conservation. Through- out the year each boy undertakes and carries through a project such as the raising of chickens or the planting of evergreen trees. The club aspires to improve the American way of life through the use of the HEAD, HEALTH, HANDS, and HEART. FUTURE HOMEMAKERS First Row—M. Waller, G. Lungen, S. Tursi, E. Kelly, S. Gold. G. Coots, C, Stewart. Second Reu'—Miss Plass, P. Rudd, C. Hector, B. Maxwell, M. Ziporkin, E. Dauch, j. Tompkins. M. Masten, R. Chako. OF AMERICA This year the Homemaking Club has joined the Future Homemakers of America. Member- ship in this national organization enables one to attend summer camps in the Adirondacks, and F. H. A. conferences. With the motto Toward New Horizons as a guide, the girls learn not only to live bet- ter lives themselves but also to help others. Teaching the Opportunity Class to cook and dance, and corresponding with boys and girls in foreign countries are just two examples of the way in which the F. H. A. strives to create better citizens and a better America. President ............................................. Beverly Dauch Vice-President .................................................. Carol Stewart Secretary......................................................... Ruth chlko Treasurer .............................................. Elaine Dauch Advisor ................................................... Miss Plass 95 Fini Row—A. Bogdanow, N. Tcrwilligcr, S. Smalls, Mr. Thompson, J. Hammond, R. Siegel, N. Johnson, J. LaRoche. Sec- ond Row—D. Heins, C. Geiselman, P. Rhulen, J. Burns, R. Stratton, J. Crawford, J. Kurthy, M. Novick, S. Sugerman, B. Van- Inwegen, M. York. Third Row—F. Laufersweiler, R. King, H. Click Anyone over 14 years of age and interested in skiing is eligible for membership in the newly organized Ski Club. Each Tuesday the members journey by bus to Holiday Mountain in Bridgeville to further their skills. Here novices are taught basic principles and experienced skiers are given the opportunity to improve their abilities. Advisor .................................... Mr. Thompson SKI CLUB Fini Row—S. Cohn, M. Case. Second Row—B. Wells, E. Geiler, L. Cooper, Mr. Thompson, H. Weinberg, C. Vernoy. THRIFT CLUB The Thrift Club is composed of a few selected students who meet each week to deposit student savings in the National Union Bank and the Sullivan County Trust Company. The members work to encourage a program of President ... Vice-President Secretary ____ Treasurer . . . Tellers....... Advisor ...... thrift throughout school. One of the methods used to stimulate interest in saving is the dis- tribution of periodicals in the grade school. Each year this organization handles between $20,000 and $30,000 in cash. ............. Lawrence Cooper ............. Caroline Vernoy ................ Elsie Geiler ................. Susan Cohn Morlene Case, Harry Weinberg ............... Mr. Thompson 97 J.----- STAMP AND COIN President Vice-President Secretary Treasurer . . . Advisor .... ........Leo Glass . Burton Levinson Kay Featherstone Arthur Rosenzweig ...........Dr. Gay c L U B This year's Stamp and Coin Club has in for- mer years been known as the Stamp Club. As a result of popular demand the coin depart- ment w'as recently incorporated. The members are provided with an oppor- tunity to become acquainted with a large var- iety of stamps and coins. These pursuits of stamp and coin collecting may in later years prove to be agreeable and worthwhile hobbies. Fins Row—A Rosenzweig, B. Levinson, Dr. Gay, L. Glass, K. Featherstone, M. Brafman. Second Row—S. Robinson, E. Tur- etzky, F. Lerner, C. Brown, M. Rosenbium, M. Paul, R Sturgis, T. Katzman. 98 First Row—B. Finkelstein, A. Vaninwegcn, J. Gilbert, J. Brody, B. Resnick, B. Levinson. Second Row—H. Horowitz, A. Cooper, Miss Qualtere, R. Mastropiero, L. Riddell. The Racqueteers is another innovation this year at Monticello High School. This club's purpose is to improve the members' technique and proficiency in the game of ping pong. The members are divided into four teams according to their skill and matches are scheduled. The club has serious intentions of entering competi- tion with neighboring schools in the future. President......... Vice-President . . . Secretary- T reasurer Advisor ........... Harold Horowitz . . . Alan Cooper Bernard Resnick . Miss Qualtere THE RACQUETEERS 99 Prendent...............................................Joseph Pere Vice. Preside ut ................................ George Hornbeck Secretary .................................. Franklyn Laufersweiler Treasurer..........................................Harold Diamond Advisor....................................................... Mr. Kaiser First Row—J. Lorber, D. Hickman, F. Laufersweiler, G. Hornbeck, Mr. Kaiser, J. Pere, J. Taylor, B. Cohen. Second Row— J. Whitney, R. Siegel, L. Zegarclli, L. Glass, M. Brafman, G. Amatucci, H. Diamond, R. Olcott. Third Row—L. Cooper, M. Schwartz, R. King, J. Gold, I. Kushner, R. Buckles, A. Benson, J. Brochu, H. Barth, W. Mitofsky. The Lettermen's Club, composed of all boys who have won athletic letters, is organized at the end of the fall sports season. It endeavors to prove that an athlete is capable of perform- ing valuable services to his school, in addition to winning laurels for himself during the course of a game. LETTERMEN'S The club's most outstanding contribution during the past few years has been the running of the Wednesday night canteens in the Grade School Gym during winter months. This un- dertaking has been sponsored by the local Ki- wanis Club. SENIOR GIRLS' Fini Row—D. Matin. J. Knott, J. Hammond, K. Heath. Miss Cone, S. Smalls, S. Rosenbaum, J. Smith, B. Schneider, L. Nazarow. Second Row—G. Williams, J. Sherman, M. LaVecchia, S. Kaplan, M Kranz, C. Vernoy, S. Rudd, B. Maxwell, M Ziporkin. B, Bailey, S. Cobert, M. Blatt. Third Row—S. Ziegler, F. Dunn. D. Strickland, C. Stewart, D Heins. P. Easman, J. Philips, S. Zar- itsky, J. Van Ke ren, A. Novack, W. Miller, I. Schechter. Fourth Rou -l. Gluck. R Hornbcck. J. Norton, F. O'Gorman, M York, N. Johnson, CVildman, B. Kurthy, A Brody, W. Kraft. GLEE CLUB The Senior Girls' Glee Club, meeting twice weekly, is one of the most active musical or- ganizattons at Monticello High School. It is composed of sophomores, juniors, and seniors. 101 During the course of a year, they participate in numerous assembly programs, music festi- vals, and in the annual Spring Concert. ................. Katherine Heath ■ Shirley Smalls ................. Grace Williams Judy Hammond, Ardiss Vanlnwegen ....................... Miss Cone j Prendent , . ....... Patricia Gardner A Screwy .... . Elsie Geiler I vy V|f v Librarian � . Mariene Hertz Accompanist i ........ ... RimS Kreisbcrg, Patricia Sturgis P- Director ..............- • • • • • d' a Miss Coq iTSt' r pf the really fine organizations avail- to join this dub. able to the feminine half of Junior High School The girls perform at assemblies throughout is the Junior Girls' Glee Club. Any girl who is the year and at the Spring Concert, interested in developing her voice u welcome JUNIOR GIRLS GLEE CLUB Cook, L. ZarBf SLrf ohn, F Perelmutur, M t' .GcrU , Miss Cidpc, P. Gardner, H. Godess, C. iipSvn, K. FeathFatonc Seiood Rou r-C. N. 3«hn, DP, lesgh, C. Feuer,£. Metz, B. Schwartz. P. StOt is, G. Wotnii S. Benaftn, M iparlc. L. rauflhf, M Wells, B. Soulls, A. Lf erway Third nnS, L. litofsky, Pen, ft, Kararu fhcdis, P Edwjrd , A. Olmstead, D. Hoose, B. ilii'pkn, St. McCormick J'nstnfl Row—J Ose, C. ptick, A.'.Smicfi. b Gersoo C. Hemmer, R. Kreis- Afl Khl. L FuIWq NMerfeld, P. Sl«k.n -C 4 e First Rou—S. Cohen, Reynolds, C. Eeff, S. R S. Resnick, hf. Hornbeek, Row—S. Whital r. J. Ljki Hechler, S. Spector, R Fi! berg. J. Goslin, P. I.Mraczi Fini Row—A LaPolt, R. Aks. I. Ellis, L. Gottlfcfe E. Doderer, A. Stackhouse, E. Joyce. S. Spritzer, R Rubin. SerW oie— H. Horowitz, P. Rudd. F Pereltnutter. D Matin. J. Knott. W. Miller. W. Kraft Miss Cone S Lhevan B Koran, B. Schneider, L Nazarow, A. Diamond. G. Williams. G. Sttincmyn Jhtrd Rou- -b Resnick. L. Mitofsky S. Kaplan, M Hertz, M Kranx, J Kurftiy. L. Kindi. M. Ziporkin B, Kairthy, sjZiegler, M. Blatt, S. Gobert. M. Stanton, M. McCormick, fourth Rou—S. Rosenbaum, B Bauch, J Norton. R Morgan, if Strickle, F Smith, J. Fraser. B. Bailey. J. Smith, S Rudd. E. Perstcn R Filippim, U Sh'eeley. M. Case. fiHh Row—clsioat, H. Gottlieb. L. Dauch. J.. Messenger. S. Tursi, M LaVecchia, F OGo - man Mi York B Finkclstein, B Maxwell. N. Jofldsorss. S. Cjpldman, J. Brody, J. Van Keuren. L. Lasker. MIXED CHORUS The Mixed Chorus fs the one vocal organiz- ation at Monticello High School to which both boys and girls may belong. It participates in -V- ™ several music festivals with other schools as Earl Doderer Jf t Secretary Wilma Mille Auompaqjsts Louise I.askBr. Aidiss Vaalnwegen 103 • z • r -5E well as in assembly programs and the annual Spring Concert. This organization has well proved its merits by the splendid performances it has given? � a 1 .J? - -o “yy, Ay tJTz . a Q Fini Row—L. Lasker, J. Licberman, R. Borden, J. Crawford. H. ScMgent, M Smith, R, Smith, C Gerstcn, B. Vanlnwegen. Second Row—L. Kinch, H. Barth. H. Sdulowrtz, F. Davison, H. Kuiflcr, M. Schwarz, A Krumberg. Third Row—A. Stack- house, S. Sugarman, P. Alpert, R. Rosen. H. Horowitz. M Diamond. R. King, J. Brochu. H. Glick. Fourth Row—Mr Hughs, S. Smalls. R. Goldstein. J.. Gluck. D Strickland E. Rubin. Manager .-------- . v , V ... IMpey ssiajHt Manager . . ■ -v • • • - bred Davrsw Librarian . . ..... . . . .SjSVi.7%..... Lou� e (Uu Director . . . .T ty'fjughs X ' '■ , Xv The band, which Htfs risen in repent yesyS to Fame an£ an excellent opportunity students with musical ability. Rehearsal tune is spent on improving the chnique «f the members and in perfecting the wide variety o fhusical selections in their rbpe 6ve,‘ -,v The .activities c£ the barn! are numerous. 'Riey play at regular school assemblies, at special holiday programS iihd inrparades. Some of the band members have fbrmed-a Booster Band, tj kh plays at the basket ball games. The entire band takes pat! in the anneal SpringConcert. For when the One Creat Scorer comes to write against your name. He marks—not that you won or tost—hut how you played the game. —Rice ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION COUNCIL Mr. Branning, I. Kushner, S. Rolbin, B. Cohen, R. King, J. Whitney, F. Davison, Mr. Somerville. The Athletic Association is in charge of the functioning of all athletic activities in Monticello High School. Occupying most of the time of the council members is the raising of money needed for uniforms, team trans- portation to away games, equipment, and other sports expenses. To the A. A. Council goes the task of deciding to whom M's and other athletic awards should be given. These are presented at their annual spring banquet. The council is composed of the officers chosen by a school-wide election, team captains, and managers. President .............................................. Bernard Cohen Vice-President.................................................. Sondra Rolbin Secretary-Treasurer .................................... Russell King Advisor ................................................ Mr. Somerville 106 SOCCER The Montie Soccer team finished third in the Duso League after starting the season with 3 successive victories. Alan Benson captained the team which won 3, lost 3, and Monties 3 Opponents 2 2 1 3 0 1 3 2 2 1 2 1 3 Captain .............................................. Alan Benson Manager............................................... Sol Lashinsky Coach .................................................Mr. Somerville Vint Row—R. Buckles, P. Bulken, K. King, N. Allen, J. Pcre, A Benson, H Wickc, I. Kushner, R. Burns, M. Schwartz, Mr. Somerville. Second Row—F. Rupp, L. Yeomans, L. Baumgardt, R. Zadanoff, M. Cohen, B. Levinson, G. Amatueci, J. Gold, S. Troup. Third Row—E. Rubin, R. Mastropiero. 107 First Row—L. Brelski, J. Taylor, J. Whitney, D. Hickman, F. Laufersweiler, H. Barth, R. Price, R. Olcott, C. Bradley, Mr. Bran- ning. Second Row—R. Trachtenberg, M. Ringel, H. Smith, D. Neuville, W. Hcydorn, E. Hemmer, J. Burns, P. Sheppard, J. MacMurdo, J. Murran. Led by Bucky Laufersweiler, the cross country team completed a fine season by placing second at the State run. The team was victorious in all its dual meets but didn’t seem to be at its best in the Duso Meet. RECORD Monties Opponent 20 . . . 41 18 . . . 45 25 . . . 34 15 . . . 48 2nd Place Duso Meet 1st Place Sectional Meet 2nd Place State Meet Class B 5th Place Schenectady Invitation Captain ..................................... Franklyn Laufersweiler Coach ............................................... Mr. Branning CROSS COUNTRY 108 Although this year's Junior Varsity didn't have a success- ful season, it did produce two new prospects for our future varsity—Ronnie Trachtenberg and 'Mendy' Ringel. Monties RECORD Opponent 45 28 47 54 47 Newburgh 53 37 Middletown . . 44 30 37 44 Ellenville 54 36 Port Jervis .... 51 23 35 29 62 23 46 51 Pallsburgh . 67 15 34 46 69 Manager ........................................... Leo Glass Coach .......................................... Mr. Branning Fine Row—E. Smith, H. Weinberg, L. Bielski. R. Swierski, R Trachtenberg, I. Zubow, M. Diamond H. Sturgis, P. Sheppard, M. Ringel. Second Row—Mr. Branning, H. Barth, M. Kinsbruner, N. Allen, E. Rubin, L. Baumgardt. JUNIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL 109 Fini Row—W. Mitofsky, M. Schwartz, J. Gold, H. Wicke, 1. Kushner, B, Cohen, J. Brochu, J. Pete, R. K.n Second Row— Mr. Somerville. VARSITY BASKETBALL This year s Varsity, captained by Irwin Kushner, started the season poorly but finished fairly strong. Next year's team should prove to be a very good one with 3 of the starting 5 returning. Monties RECORD Opponents 52 39 42 54 67 50 60 45 69 55 51 53 70 56 74 54 62 50 60 54 67 59 58 55 46 49 64 59 46 67 64 Coach . Mr Somerville ill First Rou'—-M. Karamechedis, L. Goldblatt, F. Laufersweiler, N. Allen, L, Biclski, D. Hickman, I. Kushncr, J. Taylor, J. Pere, J. Lorber, D. Katzman, A. Geiler, P. Sheppard, D. Manowilz, Mr, Branning, Mr. Somerville. Second Row—R. Bulken, L. Clark, E. Hemmer, E. Joyce, V. Vance, C. Bradley, R. Mastropiero, H. Gibber, A. Dauch, L. Baumgardt. R. Taggart, F. Robinson, E. Wallace, J. MacMurdo. Third Row—W. Barth, B. Resnick. At the time we went to press, the track season was just getting under way. Co-Captained by Jimmy Whitney and Jack Taylor, the season gave every promise of being a successful one, as indicated by the first meet against Goshen which the Monties won by a score of 64-40. SCHEDULE April 25 ......................................... Interclass April 30............................................. Goshen May 9.............................................Port Jervis May 16 ........................ Liberty-Ellenville-MonticeIJo (Triangular Meet) May 24............................................Duso Meet May 31 ........................................... Sectionals June 7....................................... Intcrsectionals TRACK 112 BASEBALL This year s baseball team, captained by Bernie Cohen, had played very few games at the time we went to press. They had defeated Tri-Valley Central by a score of 29-2, and had been downed 3-2 by Port Jervis and 9-7 by Liberty. However, all predictions pointed to a successful season. SCHEDULE April 22 ................................. Tri-Valley Central April 24 ....................................... Port Jervis May 1 ............................................... Liberty May 8..............................................Fallsburgh May 13.............................................Ellenville May 17 ................................................Goshen May 22 .............................................. Liberty May 27............................................ Fallsburgh June 3.............................................Ellenville Finl Rou—-B. Levinson. A Benson, W. Edwards, M Ringel, W. Liessner, B. Cohen, H. Wicke, L. Zegarelli, G. Amalucci, E. Smith, H. Diamond, J. Gold, R. Price, H. Sturgis, Mr. Somerville. 113 GYM TEAM Fir t Row—L. Cooper. Second Row—J. Taylor, L. Goldblatt. F. Laufersweiler, R Price, E. Kurlander, R. Olcott, R. Siegel, D. Hickman. A. Ensler, I. Zubow. INTERCLASS CHAMPIONS First Row—R. Bulken, L. Zegarelli, E. Doderer, J. Lorber, R. Zadanoff, R. Burns, L. Graper. 114 President ........ Vice-President Secretary-T reasurer Publicity Manager Recorder ......... Advisor .......... Patricia Garrett Sondra Rolbin Joy LaRochc Helen Contos Jean Yeomans Miss Kinsman The Girls' Sports Organization, having been established in 1949, is a comparatively new club in Monti High. It consists of all those girls who participate in athletic activities. Its duties are performed under the auspices of a central council, composed of three representa- tives from each class. The primary task of this organization is to aptly supervise intramural events by establish- ing sound regulations and enforcing their deci- sions. In addition to the above-mentioned task, GSO also has jurisdiction over the two cheer- leading squads. To motivate wide-spread participation in athletics, the organization has contrived a sys- tem of awards, whereby a girl may achieve numerals, a shield, an M or a key, depending on the number of points she acquires. GIRLS' SPORTS ORGANIZATION Hint Raw—S. Smalls, J. Breen, K. Heath, J. LaRochc, P. Garrett. Miss Kinsman. S Rolbin. H Contos, D. DcCristofalo, D Hoose, H. Godcss. Second Row—C. Rogers, P. Sturgis, J. Hickman. A. Olmstead. K. Featherstone, P Edwards. L Mitofskv D. Heins, ). Robb, K. Kelly, S. Gipson, J. Yeomans. 115 JUNIOR CHEERLEADERS S. Smalls. A. Vanlnwcgen, B. Sadownick, S. Strongin, T. Block. K. Kelly, P. Haggerty. SENIOR CHEERLEADERS J. Hammond, D. DeCristofalo, R. Reed, A. Vapnek, S. Rolbin, S. Gipson. GIRLS' From the inception of the school year in September until its termination in June, the girls of Monti High are continually competing against each other in the sundry athletic activ- ities, which are offered in this school. FALL The multi-colored leaves, chilly breezes, and reopening of school doors do not mark the coming of autumn alone. They herald the beginning of the girls' soccer season during the latter part of September. This game, the most rugged in which the girls participate, is played on the hill,” a familiar sight to all Monticelloites. The teams are divided into two leagues: a junior league for 7th, 8th, and 9th graders, and a senior league for the 10th, 11th, and 12th graders. The two teams line up facing opposite sides of the field, the whistle blows, and the mad scramble for the ball begins! WINTER The long and cold winter months usher in two main sports, volleyball and basketball. The former, a comparatively mild activity, probably invites the most participation among the weaker sex. Again the teams are divided into leagues, such as those mentioned above. Volleyball season usually comes with the pris- tine snow during the beginning of November and goes out with the fierce winds at the end of December. INTRAMURALS After Christmas vacation, the enthusiasm for basketball arises and the girls may be found engaged in this vigorous activity during noon- hour and after school. As in volleyball and soccer, leagues are formed according to grades. SPRING The gusto for basketball gradually melts away along with the snow and ice; however, the feminine section of the school finds new interests to pursue in the field of athletics with the outburst of spring. Many girls are on the hill” again, only this time the air re- sounds with cries of Batter Up!” and Play Ball!” The other girls, not on the hill,” may be found either in the gym or at the athletic field. In the gym, badminton, deck tennis, and shuffle- board provide means of enjoyment. At the athletic field, some may be competing on the tennis court, while others enjoy the pastime of Diana—namely, archery. PLAYDAYS Supplementing the various intramural ath- letics, numerous playdays are also held. Girls attending schools in this vicinity assemble about five times during the academic year to take part in one or another of the aforesaid sports and also to acquire new friendships, or refresh old ones. And thus, another school year has passed, chock-full of athletic activities—only to be re- sumed again in September with renewed vigor and zest. LEADERS' CORPS President ............................. Doris Heins Vice-President................ Dorothy DeCristofalo Secretary-Treasurer..................... Judy Robb Advisor ........................ Miss Kinsman The Leaders' Corps is an organization com- prised of the most adept feminine athletes in the high school. One may become a member by passing a written examination, by undergo- ing strenuous physical exercises, and by acquir- ing the approval of previously-inducted girls. Judgment is based upon the degree to which the aspirant possesses the following character- istics: general neatness, an amiable disposition, respect for fellow students, and the ability to inspire confidence. The Leaders' Corps has diverse purposes. Perhaps the most important of these is encour- aging the girls to participate in, and to excel in, intramural events. The group also helps to plan and co-ordinate athletic activities. hint Rottj—J. Breen, K. Heath, S. Smalls, H. Contos, D. Meins, Miss Kinsman. J Robb. D. DeCristofalo, J. LaRoche A Bok- danow. Second Row—S. Strongin, P. Garrett, L. Gluck, J. Formwald, A Kcifrider. E Kelly. J Yeomans. 120 Friendship, peculiar boon of Heav’n, The noble mind's delight and pride. —Johnson “ Baskethal M Won StartsMON TUES sW f?ME. M h ur F RI 4 j_5 6 11 12 13 “18 19 20 25 26 27 Monti Revue of 1952 With the arrival of March begins the color- ful succession of shows and affairs put on by the students of M. H. S. On March 1st was produced the Student Council Variety Show, Monti Revue of 1952.” Following that came the Junior, Sophomore, and Freshman affairs, almost upon the heels of one another. Skits, songs, comics, and dances provided hour after hour of pleasurable entertainment. Pictured are acts from Monti Revue of 1952,” typifying most of our school affairs. Hen Sessions Fads and Fancies We're intent on fun from the tips of our loafers or fuzzy angora socks to our silver bar- rettes or stubby crew cuts. We're even myster- ious. We have a lingo all our own which covers everything in our world from discs to dates. Our jeans, ballet shoes, lumber jackets, and sharp plaids may seem impractical; our diet of hot dogs, potato chips, and cokes may seem impossible; our ideas of fun may seem improbable; but we wouldn't be normal, healthy American kids minus our high school fads and fancies. One Coke, Two Straws for a Guv and His Gal Ah! 3:30! OUR JUNIOR PROM 1951 THE QUEEN AND HER ATTENDANTS FESTIVITIES IN FULL SWING 128 Official Photographer of the 1952 MONTI Edward Pearlene 271 Broadway Monticello, New York Monticello 2075 The National Union Bank MONTICELLO, NEW YORK 130 “THE SHOPPING CENTER OF SULLIVAN COUNTY The American Laundry and Linen Co. 19 St. John Street Monticello, New York Monticello 230 Attorney-at-Law Morris Oppenheim 248 Broadway Monticello, New York Monticello 1 20 132 Concord Hotel Foremost Resort in Sullivan County Kiamesha Lake, New York Monticello 1140 Sullivan County Trust Co. MONTICELLO NEW YORK 133 The New York Telephone Company offers you good pay, excellent sur- roundings during the summer vaca- tion period. J. M. Kelly Company Wholesale Distributors Confectionery and Cigars Monticello 1091 9 Landfield Avenue Monticello, New York 248 Broadway F LE ISC H E R' S Television — Refrigeration Home Appliances — Records Monticello, New York Monticello 447 Joseph. H. Gersten, Inc. 230 Broadway Real Estate and Insurance Monticello, New York Monticello 21 133 Ralph Kerr Motor Company Authorized BUICK Sa les—Service—Pa rts 191 Broadway Monticello, New York Monticello 555 BROADWAY FOOD MARKET PLOTKIN BROS. Rose and Manny Hechler 376 Broadway Monticello, New York Masons — Building Material Fuel Oil — Coal Paint — Hardware St. John Street Monticello, New York Monticello 244 Monticello 300 MARTY’S A. G. STANTON CO. 288 Broadway Monticello, New York Home Appliances Monticello 1368 • 273 Broadway Monticello, New York Monticello 153 GLICK and PICKARD MORRIS TURETSKY Accountants Attorney-at-Law Rialto Building Monticello, New York 286 Broadway Monticello, New York Monticello 715 Monticello 131 137 Monticello 973 — 974 Joe Phil Block MOUNTAIN DAIRIES, INC. Distributors of Middletown Creami-Rich Milk Cream Grade A — Homogenized Vitamin D — Golden Guernsey Breakstone s Butter Cheeses Farm Fresh Eggs CHIC PRESS Job Printing Fancy Stationery — Greeting Cards 199 Broadway Monticello, New York Monticello 682 — 967 MONTICELLO INN Broadway Monticello, New York Monticello 1375 QUALITY ALWAYS G. E. HOWARD CO. Newburgh, New York Distributors Snow Ball and Easter Lily Canned Foods At All Independent Grocers ALWAYS QUALITY GRAPER’S SUPER MARKET 287 Broadway Monticello, New York Monticello 233 AL COHEN’S SPORT SHOP 246 Broadway Monticello, New York Monticello 222 THE DILLON STORE The Largest Variety Store in the County 240 Broadway 55 So. Main Street Monticello, New York Liberty, New York School Supplies — Notions — Housewares Hardware — Greeting Cards — Gifts Cosmetics — Toys — Stationery Candy — Soda — Ice Cream BLOCK'S SERVICE STATION For Complete Service For Your Car Monticello 1575 Broadway and Park Avenue Monticello, New York MISS MONTICELLO DINER M. M. MEAT MARKET Where Our Customers Send Their Friends Broadway Monticello, New York Monticello 180 Retail 310 Broadway Monticello, New York Monticello 1349 WEISS MOTOR CORPORATION Chevrolet — Oldsmobile Sales and Service 129-131 Broadway Monticello, New York Monticello 820 — 821 DOCTORS' SUPPLY EQUIPMENT CO. 184 Broadway Monticello, New York Monticello 1742 J 140 JACK WEBER SULLIVAN COUNTY PLATE GLASS CO. INSURANCE AGENCY Saul Levinson, Prop. Complete Insurance Service Glass — Paints — Hardware 246 Broadway Monticello, New York 364 Broadway Monticello, New York Monticello 991 Monticello 221 GRAUBARD WHOLESALE DISTRIBUTORS SMALL TALK Complete Paper Service Fine Things for Children” And Food Specialties Broadway near St. John Street 47 Liberty Street Monticello, New York Monticello, New York Monticello 1612 Monticello 436 — 19 141 MILLER AUTOMATIC AMUSEMENTS T elevtsion Cigarette Vending Machines Rialto Building Monticello, New York Monticello 560 FREDH. DURLAND JOHNSON and ELLIOTT Insurance Jewelers National Union Bank Building 252 Broadway Monticello, New York Monticello, New York Monticello 55 Monticello 22 • LA MINGOTIERE French Restaurant Cuisine Francaise Wurtsboro Hills, New York Raymonde et Rene Wurtsboro 4071 142 263 Broadway CRAIN'S PHARMACY Sullivan County's Oldest Drug Store Monticello, New York Monticello 9 • CARROLL AUTO SALES VAN INWEGEN FUNERAL HOME DeSoto — Plymouth 195 Broadway Monticello, New York Sales — Service Monticello 11 156Broadw'ay Monticello, New York Monticello 1010 PEITON FARM DAIRY Milk Delivery 154 Broadway Monticello. New York Monticello 113 M3 Hot Dog it's SPRAYREGEN’S ZISKIND'S Packers and Distributors of Kosher Delicatessen Broadway Corner of Fallsburgh Road Monticello, New York Mens Wear Formal Wear for Hire Frank H. Cohen — Samuel Sprayregen Broadway, next to Bowling Alley Monticello, New York Monticello 1361 ARTS and TREASURES RIALTO PHARMACY The Store of a Thousand Items” Next to Post Office Monticello, New York 272 Broadway Monticello, New York Monticello 420 144 SAVAGE'S AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE SUNGAS Complete Specialized Parts for All Cars Bottled Gas and Appliances 233 Broadway Monti cello, New York 227 Broadway Monticello, New York Monticello 304 Monticello 26 HORNBECK COMPANY, INC. ANAWANA BEACH COLONY Robert Benson Bungalows General Insurance and National Union Bank Building Children’s Day Camp Monticello, New York Monticello 147 Anawana Lake, New York Monticello 1070 145 SULLIVAN COUNTY GAS SERVICE, INC. Servel Refrigerators, Youngstown Kitchens Bottled Gas, Stoves, Gas Equipment 237-239 Broadway Monticello, New York Monticello 776 GOLDSTEIN GOLDSTEIN Attorneys 274 Broadway Monticello, New York Monticello 1950 AAAPLE RIDGE DAIRY Anthony Pittaluga, Prop. Milk Deliveries Monticello, New York Monticello 662R2 SULLIVAN COUNTY AIRPORT Fairground Road Monticello, New York Monticello 1660 146 IRVING MANNIS Electrical Contractor 294 Broadway Monticello, New York Monticello 2059 - 814M GONZALEZ MOTOR SALES, INC. Distributors Dodge — Plymouth 335 Broadway Monticello, New York Monticello 163 BERMAN'S Town and Country Ceil and Ed Berman 262 Broadway Monticello, New York Monticello 1120 MEYER ARFA SON Painting and Decorating At Its Best 11 Osborn Street 24 York Avenue Monticello 516 Monticello 2192W L___________—________—-------- 147 HUDSON TRANSIT LINES CENTRAL FOOD MARKET Short Line System Finest Groceries Charter a Red and Gray Coach to Everywhere 279 Broadway Monticello, New York Monticello, New York Monticello 600 Monticello 875 VICTORY RHULEN 5 10 CENT STORE F. Rubashkin and Son Insurance Agency The Largest and Best Selection oj School Supplies in the County” 217 Broadway Monticello, New York 242 Broadway Monticello, New York Monticello 1469 Monticello 795 148 BLOCK SCHULMAN D’ARI PHARMACY Wholesale Ben D'Ari Paint — Hardware Dave Kaye 288 Broadway Monticello, New York 211 Broadway Monticello, New York Monticello 139 Monticello 275 NU-ICY BOTTLING CO. MONTICELLO GREENHOUSES Monticello, New York Monticello 1089 65 Broadway Monticello, New York Hoffman Beverages « Mission Beverages iU • Spur by Canada Dry Monticello 598 Pabst Blue Ribbon Beer gwl Genesee Beer and Ale E£1 Krueger Beer and Ale THE PADDOCK SUPPER CLUB Where Pine Food Pret ails and the More Discriminating Meet. MR. and MRS. RAY MASTEN, Props. On Route 17 Monticello, New York Monticello 2065 REPUBLICAN WATCHMAN Sullivan County's Oldest Newspaper Printers and Publishers 200 Broadway Monticello, New York Monticello 45 A. T. REYNOLDS SONS Freezer and Cold Storage Distributors of Bird's-Eye Frozen Foods Monticello, New York Monticello 578 150 LAWRENCE H. COOKE MONTICELLO NEW YORK 1 YELLOW CAB COMPANY Ralph Meyer — Mai. Cohen Monticello, New York Monticello 400 SAMUEL KREISBERG Oil Burner MONTICELLO LUMBER CO. Sales and Service Fairground Road Monticello, New York Esso Heating Oil 17 Spring Street Monticello, New York Monticello 110 Monticello 392 • VAPNEK BROTHERS Service Station East Broadway Monticello, New York Monticello 1075 151 MONTICELLO GAS OIL CO., INC. THE PARK BARBER SHOP Lenny, Eli, Chester and Freddie Shapiro Foster Little, Prop. Monticello, New York Monticello 4 217 Broadway Monticello, New York Monticello 993 STATION WVOS 1240 on Your Dial • The Evening News MONTICELLO LAUNDRY • The Adviser Press 9 St. John St. Monticello, New York • 203 Broadway Monticello, New York Monticello 610 Monticello 280 MONTICELLO AUTO SALES COMPANY THE COLUMBIA FARM HOTEL Murray Glick, Prop. PONTIAC — G. M. C. TRUCKS Hurleyville, Sullivan County, New York Sales — Service Monticello, New York Monticello 81 Hurleyville 225 — 269 STEPHEN CONTOS COMPANY OCCASION-ALL GIFT SHOP Wholesale Bananas Gifts for All Occasions D. Mouyios Son • Party Favors for All Occasions 10 Prince Street Monticello, New York 5 St. John Street Monticello, New York Monticello 845 Monticello 1726 BOGNER — SEITEL Lumber Milluork 76 St. John Street Monticello, New York Monticello 485 POLICE BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION MONTICELLO HARDWARE MONTICELLO POLICE and Louis Yank, President ELECTRIC Russell Breen, Secretary 201 Broadway Monticello, New York Monticello 104 LEO DAVIDOFF Sales — FORD — Service Monticello, New York Monticello 2288 154 PIONEER DAIRY L. GLIED 16 Prince Street Monticello, New York Monticello 240 — 2161 WEISS COSTA RICHARD VAN ETTEN Members of Texaco Fuel Oil M H. S. CLASS OF 1919 Monticello, New York Monticello 475 SULLIVAN COUNTY SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION 230 Broadway Monticello, New York Monticello 1350 To Insure Satisfaction When Contacting for a YEARBOOK — FOLDER PAMPHLET — MAGAZINE BUSINESS FORM — LETTERHEAD BOOK — CATALOGUE — THESIS then see THE PRINTERS OF MONTI 5L KiuU P„u, 3nc. PRINTERS — OFFSET LITHOGRAPHERS 1 8 Montgomery St., Middletown, N. Y. Telephone 4167