Monticello High School - Monti Yearbook (Monticello, NY)

Text from Pages 1 - 184 of the 1955 volume:

THE 1955 Monticello High School MONTICELLO, NEW YORK liable (Contenti FOREWORD ........... 3 DEDICATION ......... 6 ADMINISTRATION .... 10 STUDENT GOVERNMENT. 22 SENIORS ........... 32 LEST WE FORGET..... 60 UNDERCLASSMEN ..... 76 ATHLETICS ......... 92 ACTIVITIES ........110 ADVERTISEMENTS ....148 ALMA MATER ........177 orewon Why DO WE have a yearbook? What story does a year- book tell? These questions and more were what we asked ourselves a year ago March when work on THE MONTI 1955 was begun. Here is the answer we found. A yearbook not only tells a story but is a treasure-chest of memories to those who have shared them. The most logical of all stories for us to tell is the story of our school. Twenty years ago this school was built to meet the growing demands of the population of Monticello. What more fitting story is there to tell than that of the growth of Monticello High School during the past two decades? We, the editors and the staff of THE MONTI, hope that as you turn the pages of this book, your knowledge and appreciation of your school will grow and that you will enjoy reading the story of your high school days as much as we have enjoyed producing it for you. Susan Spector Editor Rita Goldstein Editor 4 First rou-—M. Wells. F Lukaczer. F Perelmutter, Mr Levy, Third row—D Schachnovsky, R. Rubin, I. Zubow, I. Liss, Mr Carr. L. Burger, P. Rudd. C. Glick. D Manowitz, R Rosen. H Seargent Second row—M. Hertz. A. Diamond. E. Slatkm, L. Mitofsky, Fourth rou—L. Yeomans, M Rosenblum, M. Schwartz, M. J. Goslin. E. Geiler, A. Marosy, S. Cohn, L. Diamond, S. Bokor, R. Kravitz. Fulton. HE MONTI of today as that of the one published in 1935, under the leadership of J. Henry Layorowics, has tried to give the students of Monticello High School the finest yearbooks. Preparation for the 1955 MONTI began long before the 1954 MONTI was seen by the students. At this time the main staffs and their editors were chosen. Also, at this time the all-important theme was chosen. The theme which is the twentieth anniversary of the building of the school is shown throughout the book. This shows the extreme amount of time and energy de- voted by the editors and their staff to issue the finished product. As the money was solicited by the business staff in the form of ads and subscriptions, the literary and art staff went to work in the prep- aration of the model of the yearbook. Photo- graphs were completed and the book went to press. Elsie Geii.fr Lea Burger Typing Editor An Editor 5 ENTY YEARS ago there came into realization an architect's dream. Today, two decades after the construction of the present Monticello High School building, we wish to commemorate the twentieth anniversary of these portals of knowledge by dedi- cating the 1955 MONTI to you, Monticello High School. As we, the senior class of 1955 prepare to set forth into the world, we look back upon our high school career and upon those who have graduated before us. Evaluating the characteristics with which you have endowed us, we find social maturity, broader individualism and inquiring and imaginative minds. You have developed within us, ethics and have expanded our friendly human relationships. Under the able guidance of your faculty we have been enabled to explore the world and its culture and uncover the mysteries of science. The everlasting beauty of knowledge shall always endure within the hearts and minds of your students, Monticello High School, because of your guiding hand, lead- ing us up the hard and winding road of education. As we view the world through your windows for the final time, we know that you have prepared us and those before us for what lies ahead. You have instilled with- in us the building blocks of socially useful individuals with an awakened capacity for creative living. ministration ‘ c7 ime. loun man. , had taught ui hoth L eSion. Plutarch Edgar Layton Fred Fielding Maurice Block Prendent Kenneth L. Rutherford Superinundent of Schools educati on Mrs. Avery Clerk Arthur Hindley Donald Gipson lU'iijantm 3D’J ri 'August 24, 1909 - (©rtnlirr 28, 1954 31 n iflrmnriam The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. ’He maketh me to lie down in green pastures; He leadeth me beside the still waters. ’He restoreth my soul; He guideth me in straight paths for His name's sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, For Thou art with me; Thy rod and Thy staff, they comfort me. ‘Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies; Thou hast anointed my head with oil; my cup runneth over. ‘Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life; And I shall dwell in the house of the LORD for ever. T uentj-tbird Psalm of Dai id 11 TO THE CLASS OF 1955: HE THEME of this MONTI carries me bails to the laying of the corner-stone of our high school in 1935. It presents to me a temptation to reminisce —a pleasant but probably unprofitable activity so far as you are concerned. Instead, I would like to comment on your days in high school. As a group you have been one of the school's great classes. You have done much in many ways to make our school a better school. You have set your goals high and have achieved many of them. From this point on, the class will not exist as a group. Your interests will cause some of you to locate in Monticello, others will go far from home. It is to you as individuals that we must look for the great achievements of the future. So it is to you as individuals that I say: Continue to aim high. Fix your goals upon those things in life which are really worth while. Remember that all that glitters is not gold. It has been a pleasure to work with you. It is my hope that each of you may lead a rich, full lile that will bring credit to yourself and to your school. Kenneth L. Rutherford 12 S. Talbot Thaykr Music. B.S. Potsdam State Teachers' Collect Arnold Hughs Instrumental Muiic. B.S. In Music Education, Frtdonia State Teachers’ College. Seated—Mr Hughs. Standing—Mr. Thayer. Janet Prideaux Home Economic!. B.S. Plattsburgh State Teachers' College Ralph Saccucci Industrial Arts. B.S. Oswego State Teachers' Col- lege. Philip Stone Art. B.S. Massachusetts School of Art Seated—Mr. Stone, Miss Prideaux. Standing—Mr. Saccucci. Herbert Levy Commercial. B.S. Long Island University. M.A. New York University. Helen C. McIntosh Commercial. B.S. Syracuse University. Standing—Miss McIntosh. Seated—Mr. Levy. 13 Naomi Dewey Denial Hygienist. R.D.H. Eastern Dental Dispen- sary, Rochester. Cornelia Case Hurst. R.N. Deer Park Hospital, Port Jervis. Lester Cofran Educational Co-ordinator. B.S. Buffalo State Teachers' Col. lege. M.A. Columbia University. Seated—Miss Dewey. r- Cofran. Standing—Mrs. Case. Robert J. Kaiser Mathematics. A.B. New York State College for Teachers, Albany. M.A. New York State College for Teachers, Albany. Margaret C. Galligan Mathematics. New Paltz State Teachers' College. New York University. Harold F. Hoose Mathematics. A.B. Union College. M.A. Columbia University. Mr. Kaiser, Miss Galligan, Mr. Hoose. Dudley W. Thompson Citizenship Education. B A St. Lawrence University. M.A. Teachers' College, Columbia University. Annette F. Osborn Citizenship Education and Modern Languages. Bachelor of Pedagogy—Syracuse University. Ellis A. Hagstrom Social Studies. A. B. Colgate University. A MT. Harvard Uni- versity. Bernard Jacobs Citizenship Education. B. S. New York University. M.A. New York University. Mr. Jacobs. Mrs. Osborn, Mr. Hagstrom, Mr. Thompson. 14 Miss Turner, Mr Weinstein, Mr. Bremenstuhl. V. Burton Bremenstuhl Science. E.E. Rensselaer Polytechnic Insti- tute. M A. New York Univer- sity. Charlotte M. Turner Science. Oswego State Normal School. B.S. ED. New York State Col- lege for Teachers, Albany. M S. ED. Syracuse University. Eugene Weinstein Science. B.A. Syracuse University. M S. Syracuse University. Mr. Glasier, Miss Beam. Kenneth H. Somerville PhysicaI Education. B.S. Springfield College M. Ed. Spring- field College. John Lawler Ph)steal Education — Driver Education. B.S. Brockport State Teachers' College. Marjorie Kinsman Physical Education. BS. Cortland State Teachers' College. M A. Cortland State Teachers' College. Elizabeth H Beam Librarian. A B. University of Rochester. Charles A. Glasier Guidance. A.B. Syracuse University. M.A. Syracuse University. 15 Mr. Somerville, Miss Kinsman, Mr. Lawler. Eleanor Delaney Secretary. Heffley Business School, Brooklyn. Polly Blumenthal Secretary. New York University. Art Degree—Arthur Zadenburg Art School. Seated— Mrs. Blumenthal. Standing—Miss Delaney. Clayton Whittaker Setentb Grads Social Studies and Eng- lish. B.S. Ed. East Stroudsburg State Teach- ers' College. M.A. Alfred University. Joseph Lieberman Eighth Grade. B.A University of New Mexico. M.A. Columbia University, Teachers' College Mr. Whittaker, Mr. Lieberman. Wilbur Shapiro English. B.A. City College of New York. M.A. Columbia University. Stewart I. Gay English and Latin. A. B. New York State College for Teachers, Albany. M.A Cornell University. Ph.D. New York University. Georoe H. Carr English. B. A. Columbia University. M.A. Gilumbia Univetsity. Isabelle E. Osborne English. B.S New York State College for Teachers, Albany. M S. New York State Gillege for Teachers, Albany. Irwin Blumenthal English. B.S. City Gillege of New York. M.A Gilumbia University. Seated Mrs. Osborne, Mrs. Osborn. Standing—Mr. Carr, Mr. Shapiro, Mr. Blumenthal. 16 Julius Hocker Supervisor of Attendance Samuel Handsman Head Custodian First row—L. Norris, H. McOffery, A. Sniffcn. Second row—V. Clark, E. Rough, N. DeCristofalo, P. Williams. 17 18 Parents and teachers get together Delegates relaxing at the Student Council Conference ruled by time, the wiseit counSe L of JL Plutarch C ounci Fini row—Mrs. Osborne, R. Rubin. M. Diamond. D. Third row—P. Fiddle. P. Manowitz, A. Smith, A LaPolt, Manowitz. L Burger. Mr. Glasier. P Bremenstuhl, C. Osborn, D Schachnovsky, Second row—E. MacMurdo, M. Egbert, M Pickard, C. A. Richardson Cixik. R Swierski. C. Glick. B. Schreibman, B Gould. David Manowitz G. O. P WENTY YEARS seems to be a considerable amount of time. So much progress can be made in this time span. Yet, here we have an organization which was in opera- tion fifteen years before our entrance into this building. All this time the students of Monti High have been allowed the right to discuss and review their ideas and opinions. Each year they strive toward improvement for the student body. This year, the introduction of G. O. Cards has been a fine example of the fruit of their labors for us, the students. The Student Council has sponsored dances for the junior and senior high school. They have provided the leadership of a bundle drive for the needy. The decoration of the Xmas tree is another worthy project performed by the Student Council. Service to the student body and the school” can well be the motto of the Student Council. President....................................David Manowitz Vice-President ................. Morton Diamond Secretary............................ Lea Burger Treasurer ....................... Richard Rubin Advisors ......... Mrs. Osborne - Mr. Glasier 22 First row—C. Glick, Mr Hoose, D. Manowitz, M. Second row—P. Fiddle, P Bremcnstuhl, P. Edwards, Diamond. A. LaPolt, A. Smith. President Vice-President Secretary Advisor .... David Manowitz Morton Diamond ___ Carol Glick ... Mr. Hoose Carol Glick Secretary _x S IS THE principle of a democracy such as ours, the laws are made by representatives of the masses. Wherever there are laws, you will find violators. Therefore, about fifteen years ago, a stu- dent court was established to preserve law and order. Students are tried fairly with both sides of the story being reviewed. If found guilty, a student usually receives as his sentence a period of detention. Student Court gives the student body an op- portunity to realize the difference between right and wrong, which is considered to be one of the most important functions of a public school. 23 First row—C. Glide, P Rudd, L. Yeomans, P Gardner. Mr Hoose, P. Edwards. D. Schachnovsky. F Perel- mutter, B. Schwartz. Second row—M Sheeley, P. Quinn, M McCormick, S. Cohn, A. Marosy, A Diamond, C Reynolds, J. Amatucci, L. Burger, P Formwald, B. Wells. Third row—E. MacMurdo, H. Karamechedis, C. Albrecht, B Smalls. D. Hoose, I. Liss. E. Geiler, J. Goslin, S. Benton, P Feldman. Fourth row—R Rubin, J. Crawford. D. Lorbcr, S. Bokor, H. Thompson, C. Wells, E. Rubin, V. Vance, R. Rosen. Captain ................... Patricia Edwards Floor Captains........... David Schachnovsky Patricia Gardner, Lester Yeomans Advisor.................................Hoose eX)uRING THE month of March in the year 1936, a service organ- ization was formed in the newly erected Monticello High School. The Monitor Squad functions today, as in 1936, as the law-en- forcement body of the school. Each floor has a captain and a squad of monitors whose responsibility it is to keep traffic flowing smoothly in the halls between classes. This organization has played a major role in the orderly admin- istration of an ever-expanding student population. FLOOR CAPTAINS Seated—P. Edwards. Standing—L. Yeomans, D. Schachnov- sky, P. Gardner. 24 Stated—M Schwartz. J. Crawford. Standing—J. Finklcr. M. Ringel. FIRE SQUAD completed its 19th year as the organization of the school which is interested in the safe and orderly ex- ecution of fire and air raid drills. The boys on the squad led by a captain and three floor captains are on their posts with- in a minute of the alarm. These posts are at the fire extinguishers, doors, and other places important in the evacuation of the school. The entire squad is responsible for the knowledge and the correct use of a fire ex- tinguisher and other fire fighting imple- ments. Captain ............. Martin Schwartz Floor Captains ......... Martin Ringel John Crawford, Joseph Finkler Advisor .................. Mr. Kaiser First row—S. Spritzer, J. Finkler, J. Crawford, Mr. Kaiser. M Schwartz, M. Ringel, P. Manowitz. Second row—B Van Inwegen, D. Schachnovsky, A. Glick, D Lorber, L. Baumgardt, R Rubin, J. Sheppard. Thtrd rou•—I. Zubow, R. Trachtenberg, R. Kra- vitz, M Lieberman. D Manowitz, L. Bokor Fourth row—E Rubin, F Davison, C. Wells, V. Vance, E. Visconti. 25 Firu row S. Budoff B Zarin. Mr Lieberman. D Mano- Second row—P Bartlett. S. Sacks. W. Spritzer. W. Rosenberg witz, J. Perelmutter, A. Smith. B. Baumgardt. J Hindley. R. Sommers. Third row—M. Schreibman, T. Rivas, R Hoose. E. Murns, R. Fraser, W. Rosen, T. Short. L. Edelman. President ......................... Vice-President .................... Secretary-Treasnrer ............... Advisor ........................... Student Council Representative . . Jerry Perelmutter ---- Bernard Zarin ..... Allen Smith .... Mr. Lieberman . . David Manowitz 7 —' HIS CLUB composed entirely of seventh grade boys and advised by a faculty advisor and a student council member has its purpose clearly stated in its constitution. The purpose is to improve the appearance of the grounds around Monticello High School and to encourage the student body to be alert and cooperative in matters relating to the ap- pearance of the school. The squad completing its 19th year of service was responsible for the effective Anti-Litter campaign staged this year. 26 Service First row—J. Brasington, M. Wells, S. Van Wert, S. D'Ari, Mr. Rutherford, V. Vance, E. McBride, P. Mano- witz, H. Bokor. Second row—G. Fielding, R Katzman, N. Terwtlliger, C. Metz, D. Gipson, N. Rolbin, P. Feldman. P. Lawrence, S. Nelson, B. Schreibman, P Rudd. Third row—B. Smith, C. Carhart, P Alpert, W. Rosen, R Van Loan, J. Schechter, P Heins, A Vapnek, L. Ziskind, S. Kolodny, A. Paul, M. Clark. Fourth row—J. Schwartz, R. Shock, E. Seeley. M Glick, R Goldstein. J. Cross. A Lagerway, E. Conklin. A. Olmstead. F. Flother, V. Lyons, G. Hembdt, L. O'Carroll. SERVICE SQUAD is an organization formed only a few years ago as an aid to the office. Volunteers for this service run errands and do such other small tasks as will lighten the burden of the office staff. Few of us realize that a service squad, not as we now- know it, was formed soon after commencing of classes in the school building com. pleted in 1935. This squad consisted of the various clubs which per- formed the duties of the Monitor Squad, Ground Squad, and Fire Squad. As time progressed, this system was found inadequate and the squad dispersed into the various clubs. Advisor Mr Rutherford 27 Jime MDNTICELLO HIGH SCHOOL '54 General Organization '55 MEMBERSHIP CARD N? 5G1 G. O. Card PRICE � 2.00 J Student Council Dance eni or A Bermuda Fantasy Witmt.. 1 • a., m Graduating Class '35 Goes to Washington, D. C. Noon-hour break fJinte jlieS over uS, but leaves its shadow behind. Hawthorne Senior Offi icerA an i lui A or A Mr. Charles Glasier Prendent............... Morton Diamond Vice-President ............. Lea Burger Secretary............... Lawrence Bokor Treasurer.......... David Schachnovsky Seated—M. Diamond, L. Burger Standing—D, Schachnovsky, L. Bokor 32 Arnold Altman Variety's the very spice of life that gives it all its flavor. Chess Club 1; Spanish Club 4; Intra- murals 3, 4. Lee Baumgardt A plague on all cowards, I say. Soccer 1, 2, 3, 4; Track I, 4; Junior Varsity Basketball 1, 2; Intramurals 2, 3, 4; Varsity Baseball 1; Lettermen's Club 3, 4; Fire Squad 3, 4; Mixed Chorus 4; Senior Play 4. Richard Benjamin So sooner said than done, so acts your man of worth.” Projection Squad 1, 2, 3, 4; Projection Club 1, 2. 3; Service Squad 2, 3; Stage Club 2, 3, 4; Track 2, 4. Walking up Senior Lane 33 Robert Benjamin From the crown of his head to the sole of his foot, he is all mirth. Lone Scouts I, 2; 4-H Club 1, 3, 4, President 2; Projection Club 1, Vice- President 2; Service Squad 1, 2, 4; Track 2, 3, 4; Lettermen's Club 3, 4; Cross Country 3, 4; MONTI 4. Lawrence Bokor The uay to be happy is to make others so Chess Club 1 ; Fire Squad 3, 4; Junior Dramatic Club Treasurer 1 . Math Club 4 ; Mixed Chorus 4; Photography Club 2. Treasurer 3. Vice-President 4; Intra- murals 1, 2, 3, 4; Key Club 3, Presi- dent 4; Junior Honor Society 1 ; Senior Honor Society 3. Secretary 4; Class Treasurer 3; Class Secretary 4; Student Court 3; MONTI 2. 3. Business Mana- ger 4. Norine Buckles Many her friends, few her foes. Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4 , Senior Girls' Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Art Club 1 ; Poster Club Vice-President 2, Secretary 3, President 4; Photography Club 2, 3. 4; Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4; Montie Pnntz 4, MONTI 4 I pledge allegiance to the flag 34 Lea Burger Art is the painting of my soul. 4-H Club 1; Service Squad 2; Dance Club 3; Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4; Junior Varsity Cheerleader 3, Co-captain 4; Girls' Sports Organization 2, 3, Pub- licity Manager 4; Monitor Squad 4; MONTI Art Editor 4; Student Council Secretary 4; Class Vice-President 4; Athletic Association Council Vice- President 4. John Burns Nothing ts impossible to a u illing heart. Stamp Club I; Chess Club I; Stage Club I. Secretary-Treasurer 2, i. 4; Projection Club 1; Cross Country 1. Intramurals I, 2, i. 4. Peter Cahalan Not quiet, not loud But noticeable in a croud. Intramurals 1, 2, 3; Cross Country 2. 3, 4; Varsity Basketball 3, 4; Junior Varsity Basketball 2; Track 2; Junior Varsity Baseball 1; Varsity Baseball 2, 3, 4; Lettermen's Club 3, 4; Chess Club 1; Mixed Chorus 4. 35 Smile pretty Leland L. Clark Truth is the highest thing that man may keep.” Chess Club 1; Lone Scouts 1, 2; 4-H Club I, 3, Secretary 2, Local Leader 4; Projection Squad 1, 2, 3, 4; Intramurals 2; Track 1; Projection Club 1, Secre- tary 2. Susan Cohn Sweet, studious, and sociable Junior Girls' Glee Club 1; Bankers Squad 2, Treasurer 1; Service Squad 3; Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4; Math Club 3; Radio Club 3. 4; Broadcasting Squad 3, 4; Latin Club 3, 4; Monitor Squad 4; Montie Printz 1, Librarian 2, Secre- tary 3, 4; MONTI 4. John Crawford The first and best victory is to conquer one's self. Junior Band 1 ; Senior Band I, 2; Track 2, 3, 4; Cross Country 2; Tennis Team 3, 4; Fire Squad 3, 4; Key Club 3, 4; Math Club 3; Monitor Squad 3, 4; Senior Play 4. 36 Lawrence Cross Great hopes make great men Transfer from Pittsburgh High School, Pittsburgh, California, 1954; Varsity Baseball 4. Bethene Cummings An air of pleasant informality. A pleasing personality. Future Homemakers of America 5, Secretary 4. Fred Davison I have hut one lamp by which my feet are guided, and that is the lamp of experience. Projection Club I, 2, }, 4; Senior Band 1, 2, 4; Class Secretary 2; Math Club 4; Fire Squad 4; Junior Varsity Bas- ketball 1; Soccer 2, 37 Christmas-time means decoration-time Audrey Dean '7 quntnesi and in confidence is your strength' Junior Girls' Glee Club 1 ; Senior Girls' Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Mixed Chorus 3; 4-H Club Secretary 1; Future Home- makers of America Vice-President 3, 4; Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4; Montie Printz 3, Typing Editor 4; Leaders’ Club 4. Arlene Diamond Ever) Jge has its beaut). Mixed Chorus 1 ; Senior Girls’ Glee Club 3, 4; Leaders’ Club 2, 3, 4; Girls Sports Organization 2, Vice-President 3; Intramurals I, 2, 3, 4; Junior Var- sity Cheerleader 2; Varsity Cheerleader 3, 4; Monitor Squad 4; MONTI 4; Montie Printz 3, Girls’ Sports Editor 4; Broadcasting Squad 3. 4; Senior Play 4. Morton Diamond Let ignorance talk as it u til, learning has its value Conversing in the library Junior Honor Society I; Senior Honor Society 3, 4; Junior Varsity Basketball 1; Intramurals 1, 2. 3, 4; Pep Band 1, 3. 4; Senior Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Math Club 2, Vice-President 3. Debate Club 1, 2, Treasurer 3, President 4; Key Club 3, 4; Montie Printz I, Boys Sports Editor 2, 3, Layout Editor 4; MONTI 4; Class President 2, 4; Stu- dent Council 2, 4; Student Court 2, 4; Monitor Squad 3; Broadcasting Squad 1. 2, 3, 4; Mixed Chorus 4; Boy's State 3; Syracuse University Citizenship Conference 3. 38 Patricia N. Edwards Shy smile •brightens her winning way Junior Girls' Glee Club 1; Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4; Girls' Sports Organization 1, 2, 3, 4; Leaders Club 2, 3, 4; Serv- ice Squad 1, 2; Latin Club 2, 3, Treas- urer 4; Broadcasting Squad 2, 3, 4; Monitor Squad 3, Captain 4; Student Court 4. Rose Marie Filippini Sbt'i tht kind you're bound to like.” Junior Girls’ Glee Club 1; Mixed Chorus 1, 2. 3, 4; Senior Girls' Glee Club 3. 4; Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4; Spanish Club 3. Treasurer 4; Montie Printz 3. 4 ; Future Teachers of Ameri- ca 4; Radio Club 4. Patricia Formwald l am a part of all that I've met. Stamp Club 1; Intramurals I, 2. 3, 4; Girls' Sports Organization Recorder 2, 3, President 4; Leaders’ Club 2, Sec- retary 3, President 4; Future Teachers of America 4. Barbara Frace '7 came, I saw, I conquered Transfer from Poughkeepsie High School, Poughkeepsie, New York, 1954; Intramurals 4; Future Teachers of America Secretary-Treasurer 4; Senior Girls' Glee Club 4; Montie Printz 4. Lucille Fulton The thing that goes the farthest is just a pleasant smile. Junior Girls' Glee Club 1; Mixed Chorus 2; Junior Honor Society 1 ; Senior Honor Society 3, 4; Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4; Leaders' Club 3, 4; Girls' Sports Organization Secretary-Treasurer 3, 4; Service Squad 3; MONTI 4; Montie Printz 1, 2, 3, Feature Editor 4; Monitor Squad 3; Broadcasting Squad 1, 2, 3, 4; Latin Club 2, Treasurer 3, Secretary 4. June Gardner A friend and a helper to all Transfer from Vestal Central High School, Vestal, New York, 1952; Dance Club 3; Latin Club 3, 4; Mixed Chorus 3. 4; Senior Girls' Glee Club 3, 4; Montie Printz 4. Watch the sleeper 40 Patricia Gardner There is sweet ness in her way Junior Girls’ Glee Club President 1; Senior Girls’ Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Mixed Chorus 4; Intramurals I, 2, 3, 4; Montie Printz 1, 2, 3, Treasurer 4; Monitor Squad 3, Floor Captain 4; Photography Club 3, Secretary 4; Span- ish Club 3, Secretary 4. Elsie B. Geiler Calm and quiet is her da position Junior Girls Glee Club Secretary I; Senior Girls’ Glee Club 2; Intramurals I, 2, 3, 4; Banker's Club Secretary 1; Monitor Squad 3, 4; Montie Printz 3, 4; MONTI Typing Editor 4; Future Teachers of America 4. Edward Gelb Be wisely worldly, be not worldly u ise. Stamp Club 1 ; Intramurals 1; Photogra- phy Club 2, 3, 4; Spanish Club 3, 4; Math Club 4 41 Simonf Gold It's nice to be natural, if you are naturally nice. Future Homemakers of America 1, 2, 3, 4; Intramurals I, 2, 3, 4; Banker s Club 2; Montie Printz 3, 4; Service Squad 2; French Club 3; Future Ttachers of America 3, 4; Senior Dramatic Club 4. Rita Sue Goldstein A true friend it a Inend forever Junior Science Club Secretary 1 . Junior Honor Society 1 ; Senior Honor Society 3, 4; Senior Band 1, 2; Debate Club 1, 2, 3. Secretary 4 ; Service Squad 1, 3, 4; Intramurals I, 2, 3. 4; Montie Printz 4, Junior High Editor 1, Secret ary-Treas- urer 2; Publicity-Circulation Editor 3; MONTI 2. 3. Co-Editor 4; Monitor Squad 3; Broadcasting Squad 1, 2, 3. 4. Class Secretary 3; Student Council 3; Syracuse University Citizenship G� nfer- ence 3; Math Club 4. Judy Goslin '7 would both ting her praise and prahe her singing 1 Junior Girls' Glee Club 1 ; Senior Girls' Glee Club 2, 3, Secretary-Treasurer 4; Service Squad 2, 3; Broadcasting Squad I; Spanish Club 3, Vice-President 4; Intiamurals 1, 2, 3, 4; Girls' Sports Organization 4; MONTI 4; Montie Printz 1, 2, 3, Assistant Feature Editor 4; Monitor Squad 4 ; Senior Play 4. Meet you at the corner 42 Marlene Edith Hertz She is nude up of fun and friendliness, Junior Dramatic Club I; Senior Dra- matic Club 2, 3, President 4; Junior Girls Glee Club Librarian 1; Senior Girls Glee Club 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 1; Senior Hand Librarian I; Intramurals I, 2, 3, 4; Latin Club 2, 3, President 4; broadcasting Squad 1, 2, 3, 4; Debate Club 1, 2, 3, Treasurer 4; Montie Printz I, 2, 3. Workshop Editor 4. Thomas Hindley Lose th) neighbor as thyself Protection Club 1; Projection Squad 1, 2, .4: Stage Club 1, 2, Vice-President 3, President 4; Lone Scouts 1. 2; 4-H Club 1, 2, V Vice-President 4. Ralph Kravitz All the world loves a flown. Chess Club 1, 2; Projection Club 1; Service Squad 1 ; Junior Varsity Base- ball 1; Soccer 2. 4; Track 2, 3, 4; In- tramurals 1, 2, 3; Fire Squad 4; Math Club 2, 3, 4. Mixed Chorus 4; Montie Printz 4; MONTI 4; Lettermen s Club 4; Swimming Team 4, Captain 4. No gas 43 Carol Leff Grace was in all her steps, heaven in her eyes.” Service Squad 1, 2; Broadcasting Squad 3; Radio Club 2; Junior Dramatic Club Secretary 1 ; Senior Dramatic Club 2, 3; Debate Club I, 3; Montie Printz I, 2, 3; Junior Girls' Glee Club 1; Senior Girls' Glee Club 3; Latin Club 2, 3; Intramurals 1, 2, 3. Marvin Liebfrman ”1 like work, it fascinates me, I can sit and look at it for hours.” Projection Club I, 2, 3, 4; Chess Club 1, 2, 3, 4 ; Projection Squad 1, 2, 3, 4; Senior Science Club 4. Step right this way and buy your ticket Irma Liss The taller she is the more there is to like” Transfer from Coral Gables High School, Coral Gables, Florida, 1932; Montie Printz 2, 3, Circulation Editor 4; Radio Club 2, Treasurer 3, President 4; Senior Dramatic Club 2, 3, Vice- President 4; Intramurals 2, 3, 4; MONTI 4; Senior Play 4; Monitor Squad 3, 4. 44 David Lorber The horns that make ui happy make us wise. Transfer from Peter Stuyvesant High School, Brooklyn, New York. 1952; Soccer 2, 3, 4; Fire Squad 3, 4; Intra- murals 2, 3, 4; Lettermen s Club 4; Varsity Basketball Manager 4 . Monitor Squad 4, Key Club 4; Mixed Chorus 4; Track 2. Frances B. Lukaczkr Each artist dtps his brush into his own soul, and patnts his own nature into hts pictures Junior Girls' Glee Club 1 ; Senior Girls' Glee Club 3, 4 ; Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4; MONTI I; Montie Printz 2, 3, Ex- change Editor 4; Spanish Club 3, 4; Math Club Secretary-Treasurer 3; Mon- itor Squad 3; Artsmen 2; Bankers Club 2. David Manowitz Self-reliance and self-respect are about as valuable commodities as we can carry m our pack through life. junior Science Club 1; Junior Dramatic Club President 1; Senior Dramatic Club 4; Junior Honor Society 1 ; Senior Honor Society 3, 4; Math Club Secre- ta ry-Treasurer 2, President 3, 4; Radio Club 2; Latin Club 3, 4; Fire Squad 3, 4; Key Club 3, 4; Mixed Chorus 4; Junior Varsity Basketball 1, 2; Letter- men's Club 3, 4; Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4; Track I, 2, 3, 4; Varsity Basketball 3, 4; Cross Country 1 . Broadcasting Squad 3, I. Montie Printz Layout Editor 3, 4; MONTI 4; Class Vice-President 3; Student Council 3, 4; Student Court 4 ; Boy s State 3; Syracuse University Citi- zenship Conference 3; General Organi- zation President 4. 45 Enjoying the noon-hour games Ann Marosy 'A companion that is cheerful is u orth a ton of gold. Spanish Club 1, Secretary-Treasurer 2, Vice-President 3, President 4; Intra- murals I, 2, 3. 4; Montie Printz 2, 3, 4, MONTI 4; French Club 3. Monitor Squad 4; Math Club 4; Photography Club 4. Mary McCormkk In ut dam'i ranks, she stands first.” Junior Girls' Glee Club 1; Mixed Chorus I, 2; Senior Girls’ Glee Club 4; Intramural I, 2, 3, 4; Montie Printz 2, 3, News Editor 4; Senior Dramatic Club 3. Secretary 4; Latin Club 2, 3, 4; Monitor Squad 3, 4; Radio Club 3, Vice-President 4. Lfnore Mitofsky Sparkle, pep, vim, and vigor, all wrapped up tn one pert figure” Junior Girls' Glee Club 1; Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 3; Senior Girls' Glee Club 2, 3. President 4; Girls’ Sports Organ- ization 1, 4; Intramurals 1, 2, 3. 4; Service Squad 1, 2, 3. Montie Printz 2, 3, Business Manager 4; Radio Club 3; Future Teachers of America 3, Presi- dent 4; MONTI 4; Senior Play 4. Admiring the trophy case 46 John Murran He looks on life u ith quiet eyes Projection Club 1; 4-H Club 1 ; Cross Country 1, 2, 3, 4; Track 2, 3, 4 ; Jun- ior Varsity Baseball 1 ; Intramurals 2, 3, 4; Mixed Chorus 4. Joseph Parks W'ho loves not uomen. uine, and song remaini a fool hr u hole life long. Chess Club 1, 2; Projection Squad I, 4; Soccer 1, 2, 3, 4; Intramurals I. 2, 3. 4; Mixed Chorus 4. Manuel Paul Nothing it so difficult but that it may be found out by seeking Service Squad I; Mixed Chorus 1, 4; Stamp Club 1; Projection Club 1; Cross Country 1 ; Junior Varsity Base- ball 1 ; Track 2, 3, 4; Soccer 3, 4; Jun- ior Varsity Basketball 3; Lettermen’s Club 3, 4; Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4 ; Chess Club 2. 47 Who's the lucky girl? Fay Perelmutter ”From a tiny spark bunt a mighty flame,” Montic Printz I, 2; Junior Science Club 1; Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4; Junior Girls' Glee Club 1 ; Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Senior Girls Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Junior Band 1; Broadcasting Squad 1; Rack- eteers 2; Junior Varsity Cheerleader 2; Varsity Cheerleader 3, 4; Dance Club 3; Photography Club 3, 4; Service Squad 1 ; Monitor Squad 4; MONTI 4. Martin Ringel ”Mirth prolongeth life Junior Varsity Basketball 1; Cross Country 1, 2; Lettermen's Club 2, 3, 4; Track 2; Varsity Basketball 2, Captain 3, 4; Varsity Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Ath- letic Association Council 3, 4; Fire Squad, Captain 4; Mixed Chorus 4. Edward Rubin Thoughts are might ter than strength of hand Chess Club 1; Junior Varsity Basket- ball 1, 2; Varsity Baseball I, 2. 3; Soc- cer 1, 2, 3, 4; Track 2; Intramurals 3, 4, Lettermen's Club 2, 3, 4; Key Club 4. Pep Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Male Octet 2; Band 1, 2, 3, President 4; Junior Dra- matic Club 1 ; Senior Dramatic Club 4; Senior Play 4; Broadcasting Squad 3, Technician 4 ; Radio Club 4; Fire Squad 2, 4, Montie Printz 3, Boys' Sports Edi- tor 4; Tennis Team 3, 4; Monitor Squad 4; Latin Club 3; Mixed Chorus, President 4. 48 Music to our ears Richard Alan Rubin Knowledge is power.” Chess Club 1; Junior Science Club Vice- President 1 ; Montie Printz I; Intra- murals 1; Math Club 2, 3; Debate Club 2; Photography Club 3, President 4; Fire Squad 4; Monitor Squad 4; Key Club 3, 4; Student Council Treasurer 4; Band 2, 3, 4; Sectional Band Repre- sentative 3; Mixed Chorus 4; Male Octet 4, Male Quartet 4; MONTI 4. Phyllis Rudd A good disposition is more valuable than gold. Service Squad 4; Montie Printz 1, 2, 3, 4; Mixed Chorus 1; Senior Girls' Glee Club 2; Future Homemakers of Ameri- ca I, 2t Treasurer 3, 4; Intramurals lt 2, 3, 4; Future Teachers of America 3, 4; MONTI 4; Monitor Squad 4; Pho- tography Club 3, 4. David Schachnovsky Help thyself and God will help thee.” Fire Squad 4; Projection Squad 1, 2, 3; Track 1, Manager 2, 3; Junior Varsity Basketball Manager 3; Senior Science Club 2, 3. 4; Projection Club 2, 4, Vice-President 3; Monitor Squad 3, Floor Captain 4; MONTI 4; Key Club 4; Lettermen’s Club 4; Class Treasurer 4; Student Council 4; Mixed Chorus 4; Athletic Association Council 4. 49 It's noon-hour at the Diner Martin Schwartz The forces of hi own merit will make his way.” Soccer 1, 2, Co-Captain 3. 4; Varsity Basketball 1, 2, Co-Captain 3, 4; Track 1, 2, Captain 3, 4; Cross Country 2, 3; Lettermens Club 1, 2, 4, Vice-President 3; Athletic Association Council 3, Sec- retary-Treasurer 4; Key Club 3, 4; Fire Squad Captain 4; Mixed Chorus 4; MONTI 4. Harry Seargent The man that blushes is not quite a brute Senior Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Junior Band I; Mixed Chorus 4; Montie Printz 1, 3; MONTI 4; Intramurals 3; Junior Var- sity Baseball 1; Soccer 3, 4; Baseball 2, 3, 4; Cross Country 2; Lettermen s Club 3. 4; Key Club 4; Math Club 4. Martha Sheeley Happiness is the perfect virtue tn a perfect life. Art Club 1, 2; Class Secretary 1; Rack- eteers 2; Banker's Club Secretary 2; Photography Club 2, 3. Dance Club 3; Montie Printz 3, 4; Monitor Squad 4; Mixed Chorus 1; Future Homemakers of America 4; Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4. 50 And there's always a chaperone Estelle Slatkin The reward of a thing u ell done is to have done it. Senior Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Debate Club 1, 2, 3, Librarian 4; Junior Honor Society Vice-President 1; Senior Honor Society 3, President 4; Montie Printz 1, 2, News Editor 3, Editor-in-Chief 4; Jun- ior Science Club President 1 ; Broadcast- ing Squad 1, 2, 3, 4; Service Squad 1; Intramurals 1, 2. 3, 4 ; Girls' Sports Or- ganization 3; Class Vice-President 2; Class President 3; Student Council Treasurer 3; Student Court Secretary 3; Monitor Squad 3; MONTI 4; Syracuse University Citizenship Conference 3. Susan Gail Spector As likeable as she is lookable. Debate Club 1, 2, 3, Vice-President 4; Junior Dramatic Club Vice-President 1; Broadcasting Squad lf 3, 4; Senior Band I ; Montie Printz 1, 2, Exchange Editor 3; Junior Honor Society Presi- dent I; Senior Honor Society 3, Treas- urer 4 ; Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4; MONTI 2, 3, Co-Editor 4; Junior Varsity Cheer- leader 2; Varsity Cheerleader 3, 4; Monitor Squad 3. Stanley Spritzer Be not ignorant of anything in a great matter or a small Junior Science Club 1; Debate Club I, 2; Broadcasting Squad 1; Intramurals 1 , Math Club 2; Senior Dramatic Club 3, Treasurer 4; Latin Club 3. 4; Fire Squad 3, 4; Chess Club 1; Senior Play 4; Radio Club 4. 51 Beware of flying test tubes Barbara Stanton Harold Sturgis Ideal i are the world’s masters ’ Chess Club 1, 2; Projection Club Sec- retary 1; Vice-President 2; Junior Var- sity Basketball 1, 2; Varsity Basketball 3, 4; Varsity Baseball 1, 2, 4, Captain 3; Soccer 1, 2, 3; Lettermen's Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Intramurals I, 2; Dance Club 3; Fire Squad 4; Mixed Chorus 4. Harold Thompson Hold their noses to a g tnd ione. Projection Club 1; Intramurals 2, 3, 4; Monitor Squad 4. 52 Gary Tierney The'be si uay to keep good acts in memory is to refresh them with new ones. Junior Varsity Baseball 1; Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4; Junior Varsity Basketball 2; Varsity Baseball 2. Varsity Basketball 3, 4; Lettermens Club 4; Projection Club Treasurer 2; Senior Play 4; Mixed Chorus 4; Soccer 3; Track 2, 3. Ronald Trachtenberg An investment in knowledge pays the best interest Athletic Association Council President 4; Junior Varsity Basketball 1, Captain 2; Cross Country 1, 2, 3; Junior Var- sity Baseball I ; Varsity Basketball 3, 4; Intramurals 2; Lettermens Club 4, Treasurer 3; Tennis Team 3, 4; Junior Honor Society 1; Montie Printz I; Bankers Club I; Latin Club 2, 3; Fire Squad 4; Broadcasting Squad 3, 4; Chess Club 1; Math Club 4; Mixed Chorus 4. Vincent Vance Truth has a quiet breast Projection Squad 1; Projection Club 1; Track 1, 2, 3, 4; Intramurals 2, 3, 4; Cross Country 4. Let’s go boys 53 V Edward Visconti Action speak louder than uordt Intramurals 3, 4; Lcttcrmcn's Club 4; Soccer 3. 4; Track 2, 3, 4; Key Club 3, 4; Male Octet 2; Mixed Chorus 2, 3, 4 ; Senior Band 2, 3, Manager 4; Pro- jection Squad 2, 3, 4; Fire Squad 4; Radio Club 3, 4; Math Club 4. Dining in the Home Ec. room Edward Wallace To eat, and to drink, and to be merry. Chess Club 1 ; Stage Club 3. Vice- President 4; Track 1; Junior Varsity Basketball 1; Cross Country 2. 54 Barbara Wells Surroundtd uith beauty and good. Banker's Club 1, President 2; Class Vice-President 1; 4-H Club 1; Racket- eers 2 ; Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4; Photog- raphy Club 2, 3; Dance Club 3; Montie Piintz 3, 4; Future Homemakers of America 4; Senior Play 4; Monitor Squad 4. Charles Wells Virtue is like a rich stone, best plain set” Math Club 4; Fire Squad 1, 2, 3, 4; Projection Squad I, 2, 3, 4; Projection Club 1, 2, 3. 4; Chess Club 1, 2; In- tramurals 1; Varsity Baseball 2; Soccer 2, 3; Track 3; Varsity Basketball 3, 4; Lettermen's Club 3, 4; Monitor Squad 3. 4 Mary Wells Little things hate a charm of their ou n Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4; Junior Girls' Glee Club 1 ; Mixed Chorus 2; Montic Printz 1, 2, 3, Headline Editor 4; Latin Club 2, Editor Vox Latina 3; Vice-President 4; Math Club 3; Pho- tography Club 3. Treasurer 4; Senior Play 4; Monitor Squad 3, 4; MONTI 4. i 55 3:30 p. m. — school bus time Sally Whitaker ,Softly speak and sweetly smile.” Junior Girls Glee Club 1; Senior Girls’ Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Mixed Chorus 2, 3, 4; Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4; Poster Club 3, Secretary 4; Monitor Squad 3; Pho- tography Club 4. And so ends another day Ivan Zubow A man is but what, he knoweth.” Junior Science Club Treasurer I; Junior Varsity Basketball 1, 2; Junior Varsity Baseball 1; Varsity Baseball 2, 3, 4; Varsity Basketball 3, 4 ; Lettermen s Club 3, 4; Intramurals I; Soccer 1, 2, 3, 4; Broadcasting Squad 1, 2, 3, 4; Key Club 3, 4; Chess Club 1; Fire Squad 4; Math Club 4; MONTI 4; Mixed Chorus 4. Lester Yeomans ”Speak softly and carry a btg stick. Soccer 1, 2, Co-Captain 3, 4; Junior Varsity Basketball 1; Baseball 1, 2, 4; Track I; Lettermen's Club 3, 4; Ath- letic Association Council 3, 4; Stage Club 2, 3, 4 ; Monitor Squad 3, Floor Captain 4; Dance Club 3; Mixed Chorus 4. 36 1 cjCedt l Ue Jorcjet Les Enfants” chorus line 33achwardj turn hachward, O 33ime, in your flujh, mu. me a child again just for tonight! Allen -4s -- ' - I S THE CLOCK hands approach the twelve mark, I pause in retrospect—How long ago was it when we entered into first grade? Turn back the hands of time twelve years. There I see twenty-six members of the class of '55 who now sit in caps and gowns in our beloved auditorium listening to the graduation speeches of our class- mates. These twenty-six students started first grade here at Monticcllo under the ‘guidance of Mrs. Bell and Miss Cady. How long ago it seems yet so recent in our memories! Grade school days are like an attic on a rainy day—filled with cobwebs and memories. Fleeting glimpses of classmates carrying their instruments to music lessons, the field days, and the endless fruit showers are recalled. Looking down into the faces of those who will soon be walking up the steps to receive their diplomas from the presi- dent ot the Board of Education, I wonder if they too are re- viewing these past twelve years with nostalgia. Are they try- ing to push the hands of the dock back to glimpse the events that have marked our years at M. H. S.? It is almost seven years since we entered high school. Our three years as members of the junior high school was a transition period. Maturity was our aim and with the assistance of our advisors we passed with flying colors. By the time we had reached the ninth year of school although still a part of the junior high school we had begun to estab- lish places for ourselves. Many newcomers joined the ranks, some were from Wurtsboro, others traveled to Monti High from White Lake. Guided by Mr. Hoose, Mr. Kaiser, and Mr. Alcabes we joined many clubs, assumed more respon- sibility and realized the importance of scholarship. I re- member that Edmund Joyce was elected president of our class that year and Barbara Wells, vice-president; Martha Sheeley, secretary; Andrew Blackburn, treasurer. Les Enfants.” our freshman variety show, was acclaimed a success. The boys in the opening chorus line still talk about how they were dressed up in diapers and bonnets. Junior Honor Society, symbol of the highest achievement any junior high school student may obtain, had held three inductions by the time our class was ready to enter the tenth grade. Membership in that society was granted to the following classmates: Estelle Slatkin, Susan Spector, Rita Goldstein, Rhoda Geichman, Lucille Fulton, Alice Kromberg, David Manowitz, Lawrence Bokor. Ronald Trachtenberg, and Morton Diamond. To the most outstanding freshman was awarded the Feldbcrg prize. This honor was given to Morton Diamond, a compara- tive newcomer to our class. 1 ime moved on and so did we—exams were taken and were passed by almost the entire class. We prepared to enter our sophomore year. Again our three advisors were there to greet us and to help us. Elections were held with a a56 J lidtory Morton Diamond chosen to lead us through another successful class affair, Backstage '55. Estelle Slatkin had been elected vice-president, Fred Davison was our secretary and Alice Krom- berg our treasurer. Morton Diamond had again attained success by receiving the coveted Senior Honor Society trophy awarded to a sophomore for outstanding citizenship. We had found school work the hardest as sophomores but the fruits of our labors showed themselves when June had come and gone and we could acclaim ourselves juniors. September came and we returned to school | to find that Mr. Alcabes, who had been both a friend and ad- visor, had left M. H. S. to accept a position on the faculty of the West Hempstead High School. Mr. Weinstein who re- placed Mr. Alcabes as the biology teacher also assumed an advisorship to our class. By far the busiest year of all was our junior year. The reins of leadership had been given to Estelle Slatkin, while David Manowitz attained the office of vice-president, Rita Goldstein and Lawrence Bokor were elected secretary and treasurer, respectively. Our prom date had been decided upon by June of our sophomore year but the actual plans for the prom were ful- filled in the first weeks of our junior year. Invitations had been sent to the juniors, their parents and seniors. Circus- time was the theme of our Junior Prom and it was with the same bustle and activity of a real circus that our class pro- duced one of the most beautiful proms ever seen at Monti- cello High School. Ronald Trachtenberg and Rima Kriesberg reigned as king and queen of the Circus-time Prom. At- tendants to the royal couple were Susan Spector. Arlene Dia- mond, Lucille Fulton, Marlene Hertz and Lenore Mitofsky. The glitter and glamour of the prom was put away along with other memories and attention was diverted by the election of the four outstanding citizens of our class who would repre- sent M. H. S. at the Syracuse Citizenship Conference. Chosen for this honor were Rita Goldstein, Estelle Slatkin, Morton Diamond, and David Manowitz. The impressive honor society inductions of January saw Estelle Slatkin, David Manowitz and Lawrence Bokor walking up the aisles of the auditorium to the stage to receive their membership cards in the National Senior Honor Society. January exams were completed and work was begun on our final class affair. Such familiar features as our class band, Ringel Co., and the Hillbilly Band were making their final appearance in front of the foot- lights on the night Junior Daze was presented. It was in March that the editors of The MONTI began plans for our yearbook. Selected when sophomores to be the co-editors and the business manager of the yearbook were Susan Spector. Rita Goldstein, and Lawrence Bokor. April came and went followed by May and 61 June. With these months had come the nomina- tions for General Organization President, candi- dates were chosen, elections were held and at the candlelight induction ceremony of the Senior Honor Society .it was announced that David Mano. witz would be president of the school in our senior year. At this same ceremony Rita Goldstein, Susan Spector, Lucille Fulton, and Morton Dia- mond were inducted into the National Senior Honor Society. Boy's State, a mock government held an- nually at Colgate University and sponsored by the American Legion with representatives from each school district, saw David Manowitz representing our school district and Morton Diamond the Wurtsboro school district. The highest honor attainable in the sports program of M. H. S. is to be selected a member of an ALL - DUSO team, Mendy Ringel was awarded this honor when he was selected a member of the ALL-DUSO basketball team. Mendy was also selected as one of the top thirty basketball players in New York State according to a national sport magazine. Our junior year was a success and most of us looked to our senior year with interest and enthusiasm. Morton Diamond became president of our class for the second time. Lea Burger was elected vice-president. Lawrence Bokor, secretary, and David Schachnovsky, treasurer. Consultations with Mr. Glasier, our guidance counselor, were frequent in those first few months as we decided our future plans. Under the direction of Mr. Blumenthal a cast was chosen for our Senior Play, Mr. Barry's Etchings.'' Senior Honor Society inductions were held in January and Lea Burger. Ronnie Trachtenberg, and Richard Rubin became members of the society at this ceremony. Four Junior Rotarians were selected by the faculty to represent M H. S., at the Rotary Club, these Rotarians were David Manowitz, Morton Diamond. Eddie Rubin, and Harry Seargent, Tuesday evening, June 28th, our friends and relatives have gathered to watch us as for the last time we walk down the aisles of the auditorium as members of the class of 1955. The girls arc resplendent in their white caps and gowns, the boys in the traditional blue. A few of us are wearing the colorful ribbons that denote Senior Honor Society member- ship as we weave our way down the aisles led by the junior class president and vice-president, we walk into the future. Held together by the com- mon bond of graduation we are strong. For many of us our education is not at an end nor are the friendships we have formed in the past twelve years—each will grow according to the desires of the individual as time goes by. Et en now, while I write, Time steals on our youth and a moment's cut off from thy friendship. 62 John Henry junior prom 1953 The King and Queen Ronnie and Rima Royal Court Left to right—A. Diamond, S. Spector, L. Mitofsky, R. Trachtenberg, R. Kriesberg, B. Finklestein, S. Cobert, M. Hertz, L. Fulton. 63 Senior Cast (In order of appearance) Bud ............. Mrs. Taylor Evelyn Taylor .. Judson Barry ... Marvin Pritchard Carrie Stanwich . 'Fifty” Ferris .. Sawbuck” Sam Mrs. Griswold . . Sam Jordan....... Tom Crosby Daisy Dayton .. . Kenneth Plunkett Peter La Roche ... Judy Goslin . Barbara Wells . Edward Rubin Stanley Spritzer . . . Mary Wells ..... Irma Liss Lee Baumgardt Lenore Mitofsky John Crawford .. Gary Tierney Arlene Diamond Edward Visconti •By special permission of the class of 1958. 64 -Af DARKENED AUDITORIUM, the stage ablaze with lights as the class of 1955 presented its final stage production, a comedy entitled Mr. Barry's Etchings.” The setting of this hilarious comedy is a re modeled barn in the town of Stanwich. Counterfeit fifty dollar bills produced by Mr. Barry as a hobby attract two pro- fessional counterfeiters, a T-man, and a Life reporter who add to the general merriment of this play. As the curtain came down for the final performance of the Senior Play, we, the Seniors of 1955, had completed another phase of our high school career. MONTICEUO mr.BARRYS ETCHINGS money NOV 17, CLMS OF 55 65 H . —' HE TIME in kindergarten when Susan Spector got the last bottle of chocolate milk and Ronnie Trachtenberg started to cry so Susan had to give him her bottle. When Miss Burdick, our kindergarten teacher, be- came Mrs. Stinson and how we all stared at her husband. Getting our costumes ready for Halloween and parad- ing around the grade school gym. How sad everyone felt when Rachel Right died. The occupants of Miss Cady's room journeying across the hall witK their chairs to Mrs. Bell's room for music lessons. Pattic Gardner spending the afternoon behind the piano in Mrs. Bell's room because she talked too much. The time Sally Whitaker spent the recess period getting acquainted with the under-portion of Miss Cady's desk. A mouse running out of Miss Cady's closet and up her coat sleeve. Mr. Trachtenberg cleaning off one block of snow so that his son and Susan Spector could ride their bicycles in midwinter. Those 2-4-6-8 fruit showers. Bethene Cummings falling asleep in first grade. Privileged characters who could play Miss Cady's music box during recess. The duck in and duck out jokes of our beloved Mac. Singing Bell Bottom Trousers for Miss Reagen in second grade. Those weird abstracts when we first began to write. The year Lenore Mitofsky founded the famous Shmoo Club. Mrs. Gorton's death while we were in fifth grade, and all the substitutes who followed. Rita Goldstein and David Manowitz going steady in fifth grade. The coming of Ivan Zubow, the young Southern gentleman, in fifth grade and the rivalry between Susan Spector and Marlene Hertz for his heart. Annual Christmas parties with the exchanging of names. Trips to the lost and found department at the end of each year. Cheering for the fifth-sixth grade basketball games. e L 1 Ue Ronnie Trachtenberg saturating Rima Kreisberg's pigtails in the ink wells. The measles epidemic during the final week of school in the sixth grade. The spelling bees between girls and boys. The long trips to the athletic field on the last day of school. Pyramid building in gym classes. How tiny Fay Perelmutter and Susie Cohn were. Trying to find our way around in the high school. How impossible it was to open those lockers. Mr. Larkin and how we stared at his shoes during history class. The girls sending around a petition to the junior high teachers to find out if we could wear slacks in school. Miss Galligan sending the girls out of 201 if their hair was set. The many times Estelle Slatkin earned the title of Snake Charmer. Initials carved on all the desks and walls of the old White Lake school by the six well-behaved girls. The numerous imports from White Lake and Wurtsboro who became Monties in our freshman year. Lee Clark playing stoop ball on the second floor steps. Rhoda Geichman preferring sunny California to cold Monticello in our freshman year. Duke's membership in the class of '55. The boys' chorus line wearing diapers and sitting in carriages for the opening of Les Enfants. Marty Schwartz making the varsity basketball team and Eddie Rubin the varsity soccer team in their freshman year. The time Ann Marosy brought sandwiches a day late for the Christmas party. Those tiresome Thursday night rehearsals before our affairs. When the homemaking class made lunch for the new teachers; Mr. Branning hated stuffed tomatoes and Mr. Larkin struggled with those half-baked potatoes. Estelle Slatkin holding open house in celebration of Ronnie Trachtenberg's scoring of twenty-nine points in one basketball game. Joe Parks and John Crawford who were caught driving a bulldozer in the gym while they were putting down the new floor. 66 The crazy trip home in the back of a laundry truck after Arlene Diamond's sweet sixteen. Marlene Hertz losing her pantaloons in Backstage ’55.” The familiar noises that issued forth from 315. Fay Perelmutter, Susan Spector, and Arlene Dia- mond making the cheering squad, followed a year later by Lea Burger. Lucille Fulton and Elsie Geiler as the proud shuffle- board champs. Tommy Hindley cutting class to go to the shop only to have his picture taken for the Monti by mistake while there. One of the Benjamin twins going to detention for the other one. 315 beating the Seniors to become inter-class basket- ball champs. The great jazz music of Eddie Rubin in all our af- fairs. Rima Kreisberg and Mendy Ringel holding hands during the morning prayer. Mr. Alcabes leaving us and Mr. Weinstein's arrival. Our hen sessions. The boys playing ring-a-leave-o down at the field. How tremendous everyone felt when obtaining their driver's licenses. The short stay of Fran Dimino. The Wurtsboro gang getting stranded in Monti- cello because of a blizzard while decorating for the Junior Prom. The day after the prom when all the juniors were in the gym winding crepe paper. The Gas and Electric Co. buying the carousel, our Junior Prom centerpiece, for a window display. The excitement in the air when our class rings came. Charles Wells being the owner of the largest size ring in the class. The time Mendy Ringel, Ivan Zubow, and Ralph Kravitz hitched home from the city throughout the night to arrive in time for a noon hour basket- ball game. Stanley Spritzer as the St. Louis Woman. The big hit the Moonshiners” made. Marlene Hertz and Judy Goslin sweeping the audi- torium after a noon-hour movie. Marty Schwartz breaking the cross country record. Mendy Ringel making the all DUSO Basketball team in his junior year and breaking the school scoring record in his senior year. Judy Goslin saving the lives of a few children by driving in front of a rolling car just before taking her driving test. Lea Burger hitting a car in the course of her driving test. 314 defeating 315 and becoming the new basket, ball champs. Marty Schwartz winning practically all the awards at the A. A. Banquet, and was handed a grocery bag to carry them home. Mendy Ringel playing basketball in his underwear. Morty Diamond's famous last words on the New York subways, Don't worry, I’ll get you there. Many vain attempts to get Mr. Hoose to plan piano in our class affairs. Dr. Gay's and Chief's” beards for the sesquicen- tennial celebration. The physics assembly featuring the electrified Mary Wells. Mary Wells and Mary McCormick spending an hour trying to bait a fish hook—how sqooshy! Our own Hoosier,” Bob Benjamin, starring as Herb Shriner in Junior Daze.” The time Skippy” Yeomans broke his finger in such a queer place that the doctor had to set it in a position which looked as if Skippy” was shooting everybody. The excitement leading to and the great presentation of Mr. Barry's Etchings. Mary Wells receiving a $25 bond for her essay com- memorating Light's Diamond Jubilee and Dr. Gay receiving a like amount for being Mary s English teacher. Eddie Visconti being the first person from the senior class to be accepted at a college. The New York State History class's trip to Albany and Marvin Leiberman almost being left on the steps of the State Education Building. Barbara Wells's marriage to James Brochu, former M. H. S. G. O. P. Thus, as the hands of the clock have ticked away the hours we have spent as students at Monticello High School we realize the many bonds we will always have with our school and with the people we have met there. 67 R. I. DREAMOFIT is seated at his desk with his latest architectural plans, Monticello High School of 1935. The lights are dim, the hour late, and sleep suddenly overtakes him. In the gym we find dancing. They weren’t doing the mambo for everyone used to do the mambo but now not even horses do the mambo. The latest dance we find is the Lunar Hop. From his subconscious mind emerges a dream of a school. The picture clears and in his dream we find the Monticello High of 1975. We start up Senior Lane and we find ourselves being carried along by a conveyor belt. This we find is for sleepy seniors. As we near the door, we see a stone reading In memory of juniors who attempted to go up Senior Lane.” Our first stop is the office of the principal. We find him at the videoscope giving the morning prayer over the Monti Videoscope System. As we journey down the hall, we stop to view the trophies won by the students. We find among them a trophy for atomic submarine racing and the most outstanding shot with a ray gun. Upstairs in the cafeteria we find a delightful assortment of pills, such as tuna fish sandwich pills, spaghetti pills, and jello pills, for no one eats now- adays. Pills have replaced bulkier foods. We take a quick hop down to the shop and find the students assembling a robot that will do homework and take exams. The elevator carries us upstairs to the library. The headline of the newspaper reads, President Promotes Thru-way to the Moon. As we enter the social studies classes, we find them planning a tour of Europe since the world has become so small that Europe seems just around the comer. As we turn left, we see the pilot-ed. teacher and his class going out for their class in jet flying since driver education is now outmoded. In the music department we find students tuning their instruments with an atomic lunar tuner. We find the commercial students lazily re- laxing during class while they dictate shorthand to radariant blond dictaphones. A sudden noise emerges from the homemaking room. Too much uranium in the atomic cookies. This loud eruption causes the architect, Mr. I. Dreamofit, to suddenly awaken from his deep sleep. The sun shines through his window and he realizes it was all a dream. Or was it? 72 • ' 7 . V v L (i' .k Jalopy trouble 1935 style Get your ticket — right this vay Jime (iei and draws ui with it. Botleau ULr.'. CUL,? presented by TJle Cfa id of 1957 At The Red Rose Cottilion 77 junior OUR HIGH SCHOOL life has been rich in experiences. This was a year of hard work, but one of its highlights was your Junior Prom. There were times when you faced worries and long weeks of diligent study, but this was necessary to prepare you to be better citizens. You are learning each day, whether or not you are aware of it, to become better leaders of the world that you are about to enter. For twenty years Monticello High School has been preparing leaders (for each one of you can be a leader). You have only one more year at Monticello High School; make the last the best! First row—B. Stroeble, C. Glick, G. Wolfson, Mrs. Osborn, Mr. Jacobs, Miss McIntosh, M. Clark, H. Godess, A. Smith. Second row—P Lawrence, G. Cross, B. Schwartz, C. Meddaugh, D. Fagin, S. Krauser, E. MacMurdo, J. Amatucci, T. Katzman, P. Quinn. Third row—J. Smithem, A. Visconti, H. Karamechedis, C. Reynolds, C. Merfeld, P. Feldman, S. Benton, C. Albrecht, E. Liessner. Fourth row—J Murran, M. Chicko, B. Smalls, J. Avery, R. Whispell, A. Lagerway, F. Thompson, J. Maron, K. Featherstone. D. Hoose. 78 President ........................ Carol Glick Vice-Prestdent ............... Andrew Richardson Secretary ................................... Ellen MacMurdo Treasurer ....................... Ann Lagerway Advisors ......................... Mrs. Osborn Mr. Jacobs, Miss McIntosh Seated—C. Glick, A. Richardson. Standing—E. MacMurdo, A. Lagerway. First row—S. Sugarman. G. Kinch, A. Richardson, L. Adelman, Mrs. Osborn, Mr Jacobs, Miss Mc- Intosh, M Rosenblum, R. Schock, B. Van Inwegen, P. O’Gorman. Second row—R. Sturgis. S. Cohen. A. Cohen. D. Geiselman, J. Abramson, F. Flother, A. Sakin, B. Helfncr, B. G hen, A. Fielding. Third row—V. Grund, R Rosen, J. Maas. D. Rivenburg, L. Barr, S. Wallach, F. Taggart, G. Stephenson, J. Finkler, H. Schilowitz. Fourth row—R Cutler, G. Wagner, M. Schwarz, S. Mon- roe, S. Bokor, R. Smiley, A. Salkin, E. Morse, D. Vapnek, R Stratton, W. Rosenblatt. 79 Soph tom ore a aSd Fini row—S. Cohen, L. ..irin D. Luskin. B. Schwartz. Mr. Shapiro, Mr. Thompson, M Hornbeck, R. Levine, E. Sitkoff, C. Cook, C. Metz. Second rou—P. Sturgis, J. Cocot, M DeMartino, N. Cohn, C. Field, M. Cooke, J. Lynn, M. Driscoll, M Cummings, C. Feuer. Third row—J. Case, B. Hechler, M Smith, B. Tuttle, S. Van Wert, E. Sherman, L. Gerson. Fourth row—B. Gray, E. Culver, A. Olmstead, M. Schaefer, L. Braught, D. Diamond, A. Taggart President ............................ Andrew LaPolt Vice-President ....................... Brenda Schwartz Secretary .................................... Carol Cook Treasurer ............................ Bonnie Hechler Advisors.................... Mr. Shapiro, Mr. Thompson Seated—A. LaPolt, B. Schwartz. Standing—C. Cook, B. Hechler. 80 FinI row—J. Acker, T. Swierski, J. Ellis, B. Ledina, Mr. Shapiro, Mr. Thompson, J. Rennison, F. Lemer, R. Tisman, J. Schechter, G. Yonker. Second row—H. Goberman, A. Philips, W. Murns, W Brown, G. Semenite, L. Sprayregen, A. Mendels, A. Glick, J. Bennett, J. Bell. Third row—A. Stackhouse, A. LaPolt, C. Ballard, E. Conklin, D. Lindenbaum, H. Diamond, F. Scaramuzzo, E. Golden. Fourth rou—D. Hogue, G. Filiss, J. Cross, J. Chicko, R. Fraser, V. Grund. OW SWIFTLY these happy days are passing by! Friendships have been strengthened and each day you are coming nearer to your ultimate goal! It has been fun presenting a successful soph affair and so many other activities. When you venture out into the busy world, you will be prepared to face respon- sibility. You hold the power to afford even greater opportunities of education to future generations than is now possible. You now have two remaining years at Monticello High School. Prepare for the future with wisdom and knowledge. 81 (3 re3liman (ft a3A Seated—P. Bremenstuhl. Standing—P. Manowitz, E. Cooke, R. Swierski. President............... Philip Bremenstuhl Vice-President ............. Paul Manowitz Secretary ................ Rose Ann Swierski Treasurer .................... Edward Cooke Advisors ................................. Mr. Blumenthal Mr. Levy, Dr. Gay, Miss Beam First row—J Hindley, R. Swierski, F. Leider, G. Zubow, Mr. Blumenthal, Mr. Levy, Dr. Gay, Miss Beam. B. Albrecht, B. Kalmowitz, B. Smith, M. Terwilliger. Second row—S. Soloway, D. Gipson, M Chubin, L. Pearce, J. Brasington, S. Lyons, L. Trachtenberg, R. Nazarow, S. Kaplan. D Glass, J. Gordon, S. Ziporkin, A. Pearce, P. Alpert. Third row—L. Schumer, J. Schwartz, C. Carhart, E. Liessner, C. Gersten, S. Nelson, L Fritchie, M Graham. J. Lindsay, R. Kinkopf, A. Smith, J. Lonstien, R. Avery, R. Rivenburg, M. Cohen. Fourth row—L Ringel, S. D'Ari, L. Decker, O. Hrenkevich, J LaPolt, E. Owen, M Smith, B. Denman, C. Rogers, C. Loewy, F. Foster. Fifth row—B Bartlett, S. Williams, J. DePuy, A. Hecht, H. Simon, A. Ehrets, V. Lyons, C. Rosen. 82 y OUR high school days are happy ones and each day prepares you for later life. You are exceptionally fortunate that so many wonderful advantages are avail, able to you. A mere twenty years have passed since the official entrance into this building, but the progress in education has been tremendous. You are preparing to be the leaders of tomorrow so that even greater progress can be made in the future. Already you have begun to show leadership and ingenuity by presenting your first variety show, the freshmen affair, but you have three more years at Monticello High School—improve yourselves in knowledge and wisdom! Pint row—D. Greenwald, E Moti, S. Kolodony, Mr. Blumenthal, Miss Beam, Dr Gay, Mr Levy, M. Helfner, J. David, P LaRoche Second row—H Friedland, D Bouton, L. Tursi, L. Dearie, R. Olmstead. M Sommers, H Murns, J. Wein- trobe, J Hall, R. Kurthy, E. Handford. Third row—E. Cooke, G. Taggart, P Manowitz, T. Kurthy, J. Norton, A. Vapnek, J. Frank, A. Brasington, G. Hembt, E. McBride, A. Abraham Fourth row—A Benton, G. Woods, D. Young. L. Mor- genstein, P. Bremenstuhl, M. Glick. 83 First roir M Kay, G. Applegate. ). Lipson, C. Price. Mrs. Osborne. Mr. Whitaker, Miss Galligan, A. Zucker, C. Mete, J. Grogin, B Schretbman Second row—E. Bradley, R. Schacht, j. Bulaga, F. Van Inwegen, D. Cardini, S. Dovgard, L. Shook, E. Mar on, P. Morgan, J. Stackhouse, M Allen, J. Pokras. Third row—E. Hopgood, P. Chicko, C. Hulse, A. Raiten, A Shapiro, M DeVaughn, B. Couch, N. Palmer, N. Rolbin, N. Clements. Fourth rou—G. Gershon, L. Sherman, B. Finkelstein, R. Kukas, R Berman, E. Seeley, H. Brown, B. Lagerway, L. O'Carroll, J. Miller, R Rapp. HESE TWO YEARS of junior high have been in preparation for more and greater experiences to come in the next four years. You have already proven that you can be depended upon to do a satisfactory job, and socially you have had a successful junior high dance. Twenty years have passed since the first eighth grade entered this building, but assuredly, the future expectations of that class were no less than yours. They, as you, looked forward to gaining more friends and broadening their interests. Many valuable experiences are in store for you. Meet them each year with anticipation. You have four wonderful years remaining at Monticello High School— may they be filled with joys and knowledge! 84 First row—M. Lipman. M Ledinu, A. Graubard, H Bokor. Mrs. Osborne, Mr. Whitacker, Miss Galligan, H Gordon, R. Zuckcrman, R. Katzman, W. Mcrcier. Second rou—G. Wvde, J. Tompkins, S. Fishkel. I Meyer, L Ziskind, D. Sommers. A. Paul, R. Harden. R Smith, D. Vandermark. G Marmarosh, M Goldblatt. Third row—W. Rosenberg, H. Fcderman. R Edwards, D. Bailey, P. Wyde, W. Goldsmith, R Whipple, A. Coney, K. Grobel, M Machson, P. Gluck, E. Thompson, R. Prokosch, R. Bergman. Fourth rou—D. Pshonick, D Roosevelt, H. Polansky, H. Mannis. P. Fiddle. P. Heins, A. Schneider, J. Novie. Fifth row— H Cohen, C. Osborn. C. Heath, I. DaVall, D. VanKeuren, R Fritchie, J. Verdi, R. Stratton, D. Armstrong. President ......................... Paul Fiddle Vice-President ................ Nedra Rolbin Secretary-Treasurer ............ Chester Osborn Advisors ...................... Mrs. Osborne Mr. Whitacker, Miss Galligan Seated—N. Rolbin. Standing—P. Fiddle, 85 First row- P. Fcathcrstonc. T. Nazarow, Y Stanton, K. MacBride, Mr Hagstrom. Mr Lieberman, Miss Turner, Mr. Carr, M. Eisenberg, B Fritchic, N. Day, D. Egeland. Second row—L. Greenfield, G. Benton, N. Fuchs, V. Shook. G. Ellis, J. Rosen. C. Lindenbaum. V. Cherry, B. DaVall, G. Hems. M. Machson. S. Greenberg Third row—L. Reynolds, L. Strassberg. C. Keller. M Egbert. B. Brown. S. Cofran, B. Pearlman. S. Trachtenberg. J Weiss, G. Price. Fourth row—G. Strongin, R Mendels, I. Wolf son, J. Morse, M. Schilowitz, C. Layton, J. Benmosche, M. York. J. Murns. Fifth row—B. VanEtten, M Perelman, B Gould. A Fein- berg, C. York, E. Wallace, E. Robinson, S. Shulman. 0 — T HAS SEEMED to be a long and sometimes difficult struggle, but you are finally here. And isn’t junior high life wonderful? There are so many new activities and courses. The junior high dance was just one of your successful and enjoyable endeavors of this year. You have the distinction of attending M. H. S. in its twentieth year in this building. Imagine how far the school has advanced in these twenty years. You have the advantage of an ever-increasing improvement in educational facilities. You are now recipients of all these advantages, so enjoy them but without abuse. You have five glorious M. H. S. years ahead of you—profit by them in joys and knowl- edge! 86 President .......................... Allen Smith Vice-President.................... Barbara Gould Secretary.Treasurer ...... Mary Ellen Egbert Advisors ........................ Mr. Hagstrom Miss Turner, Mr. Lieberman, Mr. Carr Seated—A Smith. Standing—M. Egbert. B. Gould. First row—L. Jackson. P. Hakim, S. Budoff. B. Baumgardt Mr Hagstrom. Miss Turner. Mr. Lieberman Mr. Carr, J. Randazzo, J. Hindley, S. McBride R. Bogner Second row—R. Pearce, R Trieber, L. Pollack, D. Bartlett N. Davidoff, R. Rundle, R. Crumley. R Som mers, R. Greenwald, S. Sacks. B. Zarin, R. Paul J. Federschneider, L. Greenberg, W Spritzer Third rou—L. Rundle, C. Williams. G. Fielding, R. Kazan- sky, S. Kalka, G. Wells, J. Perelmutter. M. Pickard, M. Schreibman, M. Block, W Rosen- berg, L. Edelman, P Hertz Fourth row—j Johnson, T. Short. J. Barak. R. DePuy, V. Rosenblum. E Murns. L. Armstead. D. Lowe. A. Rivas, H Mac Adam. Ftfth row—J. McCormick, B. Cohen, W. Rosen. D Fraser, A. Smith, W. Anton, C. Hammond, R. Hoose. 87 Jime 88 Waiting For The Intramural Game Two Points on Mendy's hanger ‘14 Jay for toil an 99 Sport. Emerson 4A J ocia ti on C ounci Fir ft rou—Mr. Somerville, R Trachtenberg. L. Burger. Mr. Lawler. Second rou—L Yeomans. J. Abramson, M. Schwartz, S. Bokor, M. Ringel, D. Schachnovsky President ................. Ronald Trachtenberg Vice-President ....................... Lea Burger Secretary-Treasurer ............ Martin Schwartz Advisors ....................................... Mr Somerville Mr. Law ler )rIGINATED in 1925, the Athletic Association has since maintained jurisdiction over all student athletic activities. A new constitution was adopted the year our new school was built with the purpose of making a more thorough and proficient athletic system and with the hope for a greater and more sports- manlike participation in athletics. During this same year, the Athletic Association awarded Mr. Blake Bates and Mr. John D. Lyons life pusses to all Monticello High athletic contests. Mr. Bates is still an avid supporter of Monticello High School's athletic events. The association consists of team captains, team managers, the athletic directors, and two students elected by the student body. The association sponsors the annual A. A. ban- quet and finances all athletic awards won by boys. 92 Front—M. Schwarz. Fir it row—1. Zubow, R Foster, A. Richardson, D. Lindenbaum, L. Yeomans, M. Schwartz, E. Rubin. R. Rosen, L. Baumgardt, S. Cohen. Second row—R. Sturgis, A. Abraham, A. McCoy, H. Schilowitz, D. Lorber, ). Parks, J. Crawford, H. Seargent, M. Paul, E. Visconti, R. Stratton, Coach Somerville. Third row—S. Sugarman, E. Tompkins, M. Sommers, P. O'Gorman, G. Hoose, G. Yonkers, A Vapnek. J. Finkler, E. Golden, S. Bokor. Record Monties 3 Monties 4 Monties 0 Monties 2 Monties 6 Monties 2 Monties 6 Monties 2 .............. Fallsburgh 2 .............. Ellenville 0 N. Y. Military Academy 1 .............. Middletown 0 .............. Fallsburgh 0 .............. Ellenville 5 N. Y. Military Academy 4 ............... Middletown 0 Tied DUSO Championship Coach—Mr. Kenneth Somerville Co-Captains—Martin Schwartz, Lester Yoemans Manager Richard Sturgis 93 ountr droii C( 1954 - 1955 V Fini row D. Hogue, D. Geiselman, J Maas, F. Scaramuzao, P. Cahalan, V. Vance, R Benjamin E. Morse, J. Bennett, J. Sheppard. Second row—D. Schachnovsky, J. Murran, L. Tursi, J. Ellis, G. Filiss, Coach Lawler. Record Monties 15 ....................... Kingston 49 Monties 20 ................... Poughkeepsie 41 Monties 24 ..................... Middletown 31 Monties 23 ....................... Newburgh 37 DUSO Meet—2nd place Schenectady Invitation Meet—1st place Class B Sectional Meet—1st place (10th year in row) Coach—Mr. John Lawler Manager—David Schachnovsky Captain—Peter Cahalan hint row—Coach Lawler, S. Bokor, H. Schilowitz, J. Sheppard, D. Geiselman, A. Glick, F. Scaramuzzo. Second row—G. Wagner, D. Lindenbaum, A. Phillips, M. Glick, G. Hoose, M. Rosenblum. Monties 35 Monties 36 Monties 42 Monties 52 Monties 36 Monties 53 Monties 24 Monties 49 Monties 50 Monties 61 Monties 50 Monties 57 Monties 29 Monties 50 Monties 47 Monties 48 Record .................. Ellcnville 33 .................. Middletown 27 .................... Kingston 35 ..................... Liberty 54 .................. Fallsburgh 34 .................... Newburgh 64 ................ Poughkeepsie 35 ................. Port Jervis 60 .................. Ellenville 46 .................. Middletown 59 .................. Fallsburgh 30 .................... Newburgh 80 ................ Poughkeepsie 24 ................. Port Jervis 35 .................... Kingston 59 ..................... Liberty 44 Coach—John Lawler Managerj—M. Rosenblum, G. Kinch Co-Captain—A. Richardson, J. Sheppard Third place DUSO League Don't Miss it. Swish it 95 1954 - 1955 Schedule ♦Monties 83 Amsterdam 65 Monties 58 Ellenville 61 Monties 80 Middletown 72 Monties 76 Kingston 67 Monties 77 Liberty 41 Monties 66 Fallsburgh 64 Monties 77 Newburgh 78 Monties 75 Poughkeepsie 74 Monties 79 Port Jervis 69 Monties 69 Ellenville 65 Monties 67 Middletown 62 Monties 93 Fallsburgh 79 Monties 75 Newburgh 97 Monties 72 Poughkeepsie 79 Monties 59 Port Jervis 56 Monties 68 Kingston 63 Monties 65 Coach—Kenneth Somerville Co-Captains—Martin Ringel, Martin Schwartz Managers—Jerry Abramson, Benson Vanlnwegen, David Lorber Village DUSO Champions Sectionals: Class B Semi-Finals ♦Non-DUSO League Contest Mendy Ringel First rou—R. Trachtenberg, I. Zubow, H. Sturgis, M Schwartz. M. Ringel, P. Cahalan, R. Stratton. Second row—Coach Somerville, B Van Inwegen, R. Rosen, A. McCoy, M Schwarz, R. Smiley, D. Lorber, J. Abramson. Cahalan Bob 97 s wimmina Jeam 1954 1955 Cup your hands and stroke fin! row—M Sommers, R Kravitz, W Rosenblatt, E. Visconti, A. Mendels, P. O'Gorman. Second rou—A. Vapnek, B. Van Inwegen, M. Helfner, J David, R. Sturgis, L. Gottlieb, J. Schech- ter. Coach Byrne. Third rou—E. Gelb, J. Cross, L. Morganstein, S. WaHach, A. Fielding, Coach Piehl Record Monties 24 . . . N. Y. Military Academy 51 Monties 1 i] 2 .. ... N. Y. Military Academy 50 Monties 16y2 . . Monties Vty2 . . Coach—George Byrne Manager—A. Vapnek BaieUl 1953 - 1954 Fly Ball Firil row—W. Goldsmith. E. Golden. L. Cross, P Cahalan, H. Seargent, G. Wagner. I. Zubow, R Cross, P Rhulen, H. Sturgis. R. Rosen, A. McCoy, M. Schwarz, D. Lindenbaum, ). Cross. Second row—Mr. Somerville. Dig in Pete Monties 4 Monties 5 Monties 1 Monties 8 Monties 1 Monties 3 Monties 2 Monties 3 Monties 11 Monties 1 Record ........... Jeffersonville 2 .............. Port Jervis 4 ................... Goshen 5 .................. Liberty 2 ............... Fallsburgh 2 ............... Port Jervis 13 ............... Ellenville 3 .................. Liberty 0 ............... Fallsburgh 0 ............... Ellenville 2 Second place DUSO League Coach—Mr. Kenneth Somerville Manager—Alan Cooper Captain—Lawrence Cross 99 First row—Mr. Branning. D. Geiselman. E. Morse. R. Benjamin, E Visconti. H. Schilowitz, M Schwartz, M. Paul, D. Manowitz, G. Stephenson, F. Scaramuzzo, S. Sugarman, B. Vanlnwegen. Second row—G. Yonker, A. Glick, A. Mendels, P O'Gorman, D. Hogue, N. Terwilliger, D Vapnek, C. Wells, R. Smiley, J. Sheppard Third row—R. Sturgis, A Brown, T. Swierski, W Ramsey. A. Phillips, G. Filiss, D. Goodgion, D. Rivenburg, V. Vance, V. Grund, J. Crawford, D. Schachnovsky. Oracle 1953-1954 Record Monties 59l 2 ............................. Goshen 44 y2 Monties 20] 2 ...... Port Jervis 53 — Kingston 66 Monties 53l 2 ......... Liberty 401 — Ellenville 35 DU SO Meet—4th place Sectional Meet—5th place Village DUSO Champions Coach—Mr. Minard Branning Managers—David Schachnovsky, Richard Sturgis Captain—Martin Schwartz The fruits of victory for Don Up, up and away Record Monties 2 .......................... Middletown 3 Monties 1 ............................ Kingston 5 Monties 3 .......................... Ellenville 2 Monties Rain ................ Poughkeepsie Rain Monties 0 ............................ Newburgh 5 Monties 3 .......................... Middletown 2 Monties 1 ............................ Kingston 4 Monties 3 .......................... Ellenville 1 Monties 4 ........................ Poughkeepsie 1 Monties 0 ............................ Newburgh 5 Coach—Mr. Eugene Weinstein Manager—L. Gottlieb Captain—H. Horowitz iJennis 1953-1954 An Ace L. Gottlieb, H. Glick, H. Horowitz, J. Finkler, R. Trachtenberg, Mr. Weinstein. 101 (j. s. o. First row—L. Burger, P. Formwald, Miss Kinsman, B. Smalls, L Fulton, M. Driscoll. Second row—M Eisenberg, B. Schricbman, S. Soloway, S. Dovgard, C. Feuer, S. Trachtenberg, B Albrecht, M. Egbert Third row—N. Rolbin, B Hechler, P. Feldman, G. Cross, J. Goslin. Fourth row— L. Mitofsky, V. Lyons, D. Diamond, P. Edwards, D. Hoose. Preiident .................................................... Patricia Formwald Vice-President ............................................... Barbara Smalls Secretary-Treasurer .......................................... Lucille Fulton Recorder ..................................................... Marjorie Driscoll Publicity Manager ................................................. Lea Burger Advisor .................................................................... Miss Kinsman HE G. S. O. sets the standards for the girls' intramural program and has authority over the two cheering squads and Leaders' Club. All the girls who take part in the intramural program are members of this organ. ization. The council is composed of two representatives and one alternate from each class plus five officers. G. S. O. pays for the awards which the girls receive for participation in the intramural program and the cheering uniforms. In its six years of existence, the club has done a good job of managing the ath- letic program for the sports-minded girls of M. H. S. To raise money during the past year the organization sold megaphones to be used at basketball games and held a Sadie Hawkins’ dance so that the G. S. O. could continue providing for cheering uniforms and intramural awards. 102 First row—H Godess, P. Formwald, Miss Kinsman, B Smalls, B. Schwartz. Second rou—A. Dean, M. Hornbeck, C Feuer, M Driscoll, B. Stanton. Third row—N. Cohen, A. Diamond, P. Sturgis, P. Feldman. Fourth row—G. Cross, D. Diamond, P. Edwards, L. Fulton. President.............................Patricia Formwald Secretary-Treasurer ..................... Barbara Smalls Advisor................................................Miss Kinsman P ot� hADERS CLUB is a sports organization open to senior, high school girls who are interested in improving their ability in intramural sports, assisting Miss Kinsman with gym classes, and developing themselves into good leaders. Girls wishing to join this club must prove their ability to play and referee intra- mural games and then be voted on by the members of the club. The club has been in existence for three years under the name of Leaders' Club. Before this time, Leaders' Corps was the name of the sports organization which had the same basic principles as the present Leaders' Club. 103 Firil row—M. Meddaugh, C. Glick, L. Burger. Second row—C. Carhart, P. Sturgis, M. Hornbcck. Third row—D. Diamond, B. Smalls. ime Activities Lone Scouts — 1935 Down at Chic Press Jhe happier the time, the more (ptichlif it paiAeS. Pliny the Younger Mary McCormick Nett'S Editor Lucille Fulton Feature Editor Estelle Slatkin Editor-in-chief INTZ Morton Diamond Lenore Mitofsky Mary Wells Layout Editor Bu inets Manager Headline Editor First row—B. Led i na, S. Cohen. I. Liss, J. Goslin, A. Dean, A Diamond, Mr. Shapiro, E. Rubin, S. Cohn, M Hertz. P. Gardner, F. Lukaezer Second row—S. Kaplan, L. Zarin, D. Luskin, R Levine, F. Leidcr, S. Cohen. B. Schwartz, S. Soloway, B Albrecht, H. Godess, C. Cook, M. Clark, R. Nazarow. C. Mcddaugh. Third row—A. Marosy, P. Alpert, C. Leff, G. Zubow, C. Albrecht, S. Krauser, P. Sturgis, S. Gold, D. Fagin, C. Feuer, L. Schumer, C. Gersten, S. Benton. Fourth row—L. Ringel, B. Frace, C. Loewy, H. Simon, A. Hecht. M. Chicko, D. Diamond, A. Lagerway, E. Geiler, B. Hechler, B Bergman. Fifth row—P. Manowitz, C. Rosen, H. Diamond, D. Manowitz, R. Kravitz, M Schwarz, H. Schilowitz, R. Rosen, R. Goldstein, B. Helfner. U HE APOLOGY, the school newspaper of Monticello High School, in 1953, after thirty-three years of publication, had its name changed to the Montie Printz. Many educational purposes arc fulfilled by the Montie Printz. It furnishes an outlet for the creative ability of many students interested in writing. In addition, it provides its members with education and training in the field of journalism. All phases of school Life are presented to the students in the ten yearly issues of the Montie Printz. This year, for the first time, subscriptions were sold for the paper on a yearly basis through the purchasing of a G. O. Card. Mr. Shapiro Advisor 111 e . —jemor JJonor ociehj President .......... F.STELLE SLATKIN Vice-President . Morton Diamond Secretary ........... Lawrence Bokor Treararer ........... St'SAN SPECTOR Advisor ............ Mr. Thompson First row—L. Bokor, E. Slatkin. Mr. Thompson, M. Diamond, S. Spector. Second row—L. Burger, L. Fulton, C. Glick. Third row—R. Goldstein, R. Rubin. • Fourth row—R. Trachtenberg, M. Schwarz, D. Manowitz. DHIRTY-THREE YEARS ago, the Searchlight Club held the same principles as the Senior Honor Society of today. It attempted to raise the standard of the school and offer a worthy goal to the students. Today, induction into the National Senior Honor Society is the highest honor bestowed upon a high school student. The semi-annual selections are based upon character, service, leadership, and scholarship. An average of HSc r must be maintained by a student throughout high school in order to be eligible for in- duction. Since sophomores are ineligible for membership in either of the two honor societies, the Senior Honor Society in recent years has been awarding a trophy to the most outstanding citizen of the class. A Senior Honor Society Scholarship was initiated in 1934. This scholarship is awarded at graduation to an outstanding senior who is in need of financial assistance to further his or her education. The Senior Honor Society sponsored a student- faculty basketball game to aid in raising funds for their scholarship. 12 junior Jfonor Prendent .... Vice-Pretident Secretary ...... Adtitor......... Paul Manowitz Helen Simon Peter LaRoche Miss Galligan Society Fint row—B. Schrcibman, P. Manowitz, Miss Galligan, H. Simon, P. LaRochc. Second row—S. D'Ari, C. Loewy, N Rolbin. Third row—C. Gerstcn, P. Fiddle. N. Clements. Fourth row—J. Schwartz, D. Shields. HEN THE JUNIOR Honor Society was prig- inated in 1937, it laid the foundation for good citizen- ship in junior high school. The society helps to start new members of M. H. S. on the road to good citizen- ship by making its membership a goal worthy to achieve. Scholarship, citizenship, character, leadership, and service are the five cardinal principles of the Junior Honor Society. Membership is limited to those pupils in the seventh, eighth, and ninth grades who exemplify these principles. Maximum membership in this organ- ization is limited to 10% of each class. The honor society holds its impressive induction ceremony semi-annually in January and again in June. 113 First row—A. Hecht, P. Alpert, T. Swierilci, X. Stadtfiouse. baum, C. Hammond. A LaPolt. C Gersten, C. I • M Igbert. R Rosen. Third row H. Hauiqgatdt. M. Allen, L Edelma� , P Hertz, M. Diamond. M Pickard, H Diamond, A. Smith, E. Rubin, Second row—P. Fiddle, P. Bremenstuhl, D. Greenwald, C. E. Visconti, M. Fassy, A. Paul, M. Helfner, Loewy, A. Fielding, R. Rubin, P. Manowitz, H. Schilowitz, P. O'Gorman, W. Rosen, F. H. Seargent. D. Armstrong, M Cohen, E McBride, Davison, R. Bogner, L. Ziskind, M. Feldberg, E. Slatkin. M. Schwarz, S. Sugarman, C. Linden- J. Abramson, y Z 0 1 y 0 0 ‘I....... � ----f----- ■ I’ ■■ m m-------------a W X— t ■—I------i I' 'I----- 1 in ■ r ■ r ’ —1 r f j—n— Arnold Highs Conductor President ......................... Edward RuBtbi Vice-President ............................ Alice Hecht Recording Secretary ............. Phyllis Alpert Librarian ......... .----CAROLE Gersten £o-Managers .• .. ¥. . . -Everett McBride Paul Manowitz Treasurer of all music groups .. . Carole Gersten Conductor ............................ )nCE AN ORCHESTRA, the Senior Band is one of the largest and most active organizations in schoqj. Mem- Ser pl i 4 f assembly programs. parades, znj concerts. ★“SrnatCSegpon ?f“the hand also acts as a pep band for basketball games. TUP t Rd offers many fine opportunities, through annuaf ccdhpftitio� an intflvffluiT jjssons.jD thgpe sfttjRni? , soj eysing musical talents. • «•- m mm MM Students in this organization are given an opportunity to try out and participate in the New York State School Music Association Sectional All-State, m ■m s b is 114 mJ oruA IXED CHORUS is the one vocal organization open to both boys and girls in the freshman, sophomore, junior and senior classes. For the first time since 1948, this group has more boys than girls and is now the largest vocal organization in M. H. S. In addition to sending eleven delegates to the Goshen Sectional All-State Festival, the chorus also sends members to New Paltz State Teachers College Vocal Clinic for voice analysts. This group presents programs at various assemblies and the Spring and Winter Concerts. One of their most outstanding presentations was the bi-annual operetta in February. President ............................................Edward Rubin Vice-President .................................. Harry Seargent Secretary-Treasurer .... .................Bonnie Hechler Conductor ............................................ Mr. Thaypr Pint row—G. Wolfson, R. Nazarow, B Smith, M. Clark, M. Allan, F. Peralnitter, S. Kaplan, A. Pearce. SC. Case, P teidcr, M Egbert Second rant—-t Glass, B. Albrecht, ‘A. Smith, S Ziporkin. P Quinn. P Gardner. I. Ringti. C Albrecht, J. Smithem, C. Gersten, J. Amatucci, G. Zubow, L. Schumer, M. Cooke, M. Terwilliger, S. Nelson, J. Brasington, P. Alpert. Third rou -G McCoy, H Karamechedis. A Visconti, A 4Hecbt, B. Hechler, S. D'An, Avery, C Rosen, R WMspell, A. Lagerway, V. Lyons, M Bockles. —3L-M' � ‘1 C. Rogers, H. Simon, J. Gardner, S. Whitacker, __________1 1 K rauMfi J C no— ----------------------------- Fotmh row—S Sug� m n. H. Seargent, C ♦leatfc, D, Schech- nWsk VnSturgrs R. : Rosin, G. Filits, L Bokor, R. Rubin, L. Yeomans, A. RichardsBn, ‘lJ. Arm- strong, P. Fiddle, P. O'Gorman, E. Block, J. Ellis. Fifth row—M. Schwarz, M. Schwartz, J. Parks, P. Bremen- stuhl, M Ringel, E. Visconti, R. Stratton, G. Tierney, J. Murran, P. Cahalan, H. Schilowitz, £. Rubin, M. Diamond, L. Baumaardt, }, ♦ • D Mawiwatz, t I.Arbet i i , Sheppard, -� • 4 - J —H — 1 i I ! —3 115 C horafaireS Finl row—P. Alperl. F. Lukaczer. B. Schwartz, M Driscoll, G. Wolfson. B Schuurtz. C. Meddaugh, F Percl- mutter, M Clark. L Zarin. C. Glick. Second row—A. Visconti, C Leff, D Fagin. C Cook, J Lynn, M. Cooke. A Diamond. M DcMartino, N. Cohn, L. Gerson, C Metz, S. Krauser, E. MacMurdo, ). Smithem. Third row—J. Murtan. J. Amatucci, P. Sturgis, C. Albrecht. C. Reynolds. E. Leissner, J. Goslin, L. Mitofsky, B Frace. S. Whitaker, A. Dean. H. Karamechedis, J. Gardner, P. Gardner, S Benton Fourth rou B Smalls, K. Featherstone, R. Filippini. D. Diamond, J Case. E. Culver. R Whispell. A Lagerway, B, Gray, J. Maron, N. Buckles, L Braught. J. Avery, P. Quinn, M. McCormick, D. Hoose. President ........................ Lenore Mitofskv Secretary............................... Judy Goslin Librarian .......................... Anne Visconti Conductor............................. Mr Thayer HORALAIRKS, the new name of Senior Girls' Glee Club, which is one of the oldest and most prominent musical organizations in school having been established in 1925, the chorus consists of girls from the sophomore, junior and senior classes. Besides singing for various assemblies, the group participates in a Winter and Spring Concert and attends a musical festival which was held at Poughkeepsie this year. 116 J' unior QirL ’ First row—B. Fritchie, J. Rosen, E. Egeland, M Eisenberg, R. Schacht, F. Vanlnwegen, V. Shook, J. Lipson, J. Bulaga, G. Heins, S. Machson, A. Zucker, D. Cardini, N. Day, P. Feathersrone, T. Nazaro, Mr. Thayer. Second row—V. Lyons, L. Reynolds, J. Grogin, B. Schreibman, A. Smith, A Pearce, B Albrecht. S. Kaplan, B. VanEtten, D. Glass, S. Dovgard, R. Nazarow, F. Lcider, J. Benton, S. Cofran, I. Wolf son. J Morse. Third row—B. Pearlman, P. Chicko, G. Zubow, A Feinberg, N. Rolbin, j. Benmosche, R. Kinkopf, M De- Vaughn. L. Sherman, B. Lagerway. R. Berman. J. Brasington, B. Finkelstein, C. Keller, G. Ellis, S. Trachtenberg. Fourth row—C. Hulse, G. Gershon. L. Schumer, J. Schwartz, S. Nelson, E. Leissner, C. Rodgers. H Simon, C. Rosen. L. O'Carroll, C. York, S. D Ari, E. Hopgood, E. Seeley, L. Ringel, N. Clements. A Raiten. B. Gould President ...................... Helen Simon Secretary . .................... NEDRA Rolbin Librarian ...................... Susan Kaplan Conductor ........................ Mr. Thayer P zJ IRLS in the seventh, eighth and ninth grades who are interested in developing their voices are welcome to join Junior Girls’ Glee Club. The orig- inal organization, formed in 1936, was the prede- cessor of the present glee club. During the year, the girls have been heard sing- ing in three-part harmony at various assembly pro- grams and at the Winter and Spring Concerts. i 17 First row—S. Sacks, B Baumgardt, A. Smith, Mr. Thayer, P. Fiddle. P. Bremenstuhl, S. Brudoff Second row—b. Trieber, J. Federschneider, A. Graubard, S. McBride, P. Hertz, G. Wyde, J. Tompkins, B. Spritzer. Third row—V. Rosenblum, G. Wells, R. Prokasch, C. Heath, C. Hammond, J. Johnson, J. Perel- mutter, J. Randazzo. President ............................ Allen Smith Vice-President ..................... Joe Tompkins Conductor ...................................... Mr. Thayer III ALE CHORUS, the newest musical organization in school this year, is open to boys in the seventh and eighth grades. Like most of the other chorus groups, Male Chorus sings in three-part harmony at various assemblies and the Winter and Spring Concerts. One of the first accomplishments of the chorus occurred early in November, when the boys sang several selections before the mem- bers of the Kiwanis and Rotary Clubs. 118 First row—J. Burns, T. Hindlcy, Mr. Saccucci, E. Wallace. Third row—L Yeomans, D. Rivenburg, E. Conklin. Second row—R. Kurthy, F. Taggart, E. Hoyt, H. Hoyt. Fourth rots—S. Monroe, R. Benjamin, R. Fraser. President Vice-President Secretary Advisor........ Thomas Hindley Edward Wallace John Burns Mr. Saccucci 3 N THE passage of time since 1951, the Stage Club has proved a valuable asset in producing successful productions on the Monticello High School stage. The original name of the club was the Stage- craft Club, though time has changed its name, it has not altered the purpose of the Stage Club which remains to promote interest in stage work related to dramatic presentations among the student body. Among the services of the club are: the building of stage sets, cleaning of stage flats, operating of lights and curtains for class affairs, assemblies, and dramatic presentations. Its most outstanding accomplishment this year was its preparation of stage sets for the Senior Play. Among the club's activities this year were talks on lighting and stagecraft techniques. 119 ? . Senior ram a tii First row—S. Spritzer, M. Hertz, Mr. Blumenthal, I. Liss, M McCormick Second row—D. Luskin, C. Meddaugh, S. Gold, E. MacMurdo, C. Left Third row—A. LaPolt, F. Flother, H Schilowitz, D Hoose. Fourth row—E. Rubin, G. Filiss, D. Manowitz. President ..................... Marlene Hertz Vice-President ......................... Irma Liss Secretary .................... Mary McCormick Treasurer .................... STANLEY SPRITZER Advisor ...................... Mr. Blumenthal u N STAGE rings in the ears of Monti thespians today, as it did about twenty years ago when the club was first started. The Senior Dramatic Club has always stressed the betterment of acting and entertainment as its principles. At meetings the enthusiastic future actors and actresses occupy their time by studying stage make-up, costuming, and learning more about the production of plays. During the school year, three one-act plays are presented by the organization in connection with the DUSO League Dramatic Society. One of these plays, The Dabblers, a one- act comedy, was presented by the organization at Ellenville High School early in the year and again presented for the student body of M H. S. The club entertains dramatic groups from Fallsburgh, Liberty, and Ellenville when the DUSO Plays are presented at Monticello. 120 2 , unior ram a tic First row—J. Schwartz, H. Simon, Mrs. Osborne, P. Manowitz, L. Sherman, P. LaRoche. Second row—]. Grogin, C. Layton, M. Eisenberg, M. Pickard. M. Ledina. Third row—S. Soloway, R. Katzman, M. Cohen, D. Gipson, K. Gobel, B. Baumgardt. Fourth row—V. Rosenbloom, A. Wallace, C. Osborn, B. Lagerway. President............... Vice-President ......... Treasurer............... Recording Secretary .. Corresponding Secretary Advisor ................ . Paul Manowitz .. Helen Simon Loretta Sherman . Peter LaRoche . Joan Schwartz ... Mrs. Osborne HREE HUNDRED and twenty-seven years after the death of the great bard, William Shakespeare, or twelve years ago, the Junior Dramatic Club of M. H. S. was formed under the direction of Mrs. Osborne. The presentation of an annual three-act play highlights the work of these thes- pians. Another yearly event for this organization is a tea for parents of members. At that time, the club members prepare a short production for the enjoyment of their parents. The requirements for membership are: maintaining at least a B average in English, being a member of the 7th, 8th, or 9th grades, and reciting a selection in the presence of and to be judged by club members. To gain knowledge and enjoyment from the drama, to practice good English through drama, and to provide enjoyment for others through presentation of plays are the goals of the Junior Dramatic Club. 121 Fini row—S Sugarman, H. Friedland, D. Rivenburg, G. Kinch, Mr. Bremenstuhl, V. Grund. V. Grand. P. LaRoclie, S. Kolodny. Second row—T. Hindley, G. Taggart. E. McBride, E. Hanford, R. Schock, R. Olmstcad, D. Schachnovsky, J. Hall, J. Schecter. J. Ellis. Third row—P. Bremenstuhl, A. Fielding, D. Geiselman, W Heins, M. Paul, R Foster, R Sturgis, S. Zucker. Fourth row—N. Terwilliger, L. Barr, M Lieberman, F. Taggart, C. Wells. F. Davison, W. Rosenblatt, E. Visconti. President ...................... George Kinch Vice-President ................. Victor Grund Secretary .................... Donald RlVENBURG Treasurer ....................... Vincent Grund Advisor........................ Mr. Bremenstuhl 0 NE OF THE CLUBS of Monti High which functions effectively and devotes much time to service, is the Projection Club. Tfie members of this club generally belong to the Projection Squad which has the important task of showing educational and entertaining films. Movies are shown dur- ing class periods and occasional assemblies. This year, one hundred and seventy-four pictures were shown. In addition, the club serves the community by show, mg films for groups such as Rotary, the P. T. A., and the Red Cross. In existence for nine years, the club's goal remains to further the knowledge of the members in the mechanics of camera projection. 122 Ttcbnician ......................... Edward Rubin AJtisor.................................. Dr. Gay w ODAY, under the direction of Dr. Stewart Gay, the Broadcasting Squad, which originated in 1935, continues its service to the school. The purpose of the squad is to bring any news or advertisements to the attention of the student body by means of the public address sys- tem. Members of the Broadcasting Squad are responsible for the read- ing of announcements at the beginning of both morning and afternoon sessions. This is done not only as a service to the school, but also as a means of training the squad in microphone technique and clear diction. Firil row—C. Cook, C. Glick, P. Rudd, Dr. Gay, E Rubin, Third row—b Hechler, D. Diamond. D. Hoose, R. Goldstein, H. Godess, B. Schwartz, M Wells. P. Edwards, S. Spector. Second row—A Diamond, P. Sturgis, S. Cohn, L. Fulton, Fourth row—H Diamond, D. Manowitz, H. Schilowitz, M. E. Slatkin, C. Left, H. Karamechedis, M. Hertz. Diamond, M Schwarz, R. Trachtenberg. 123 -J BOUT TWELVE YEARS ago a dub was introduced into Monti- cello High School which offered the opportunity to learn the technique of producing radio shows. Today's Radio Club has continued the original purpose and has expanded giving an opportunity to join experience and knowledge in the field of radio technique with actual experience. The club presents a half-hour program every Saturday morning over W.V.O.S. This program is prepared entirely by the club members and includes news of school events, sports, and interviews. In addition, the club members take over control of the radio station one day each year and conduct the scheduled programs and advertisements. The club also takes and annual trip to New York City to see a Broadway production. President .................................. Irma Liss Vice-President ................... Mary McCormick Secretary .............................. Carol Glick Treasurer ....................... Camille Albrecht Advisor ......................................... Mr. Jacobs First row—C. Glick, I. Liss, Mr Jacobs, M. McCormick, C. Albrecht. Second row—H. Godess, C. Field, C. Meddaugh, S. Cohn, S. Benton, C. Leff. Third row—C. Reynolds, E. MacMurdo, H. Karamechedis, A. Fielding, S. Spritzer, R Filippini. Fourth row—R. Rosen, E. Rubin, H. Schilowitz, E. Visconti, M. Rosenblum. 124 4-JJ CU First row—S. McBride, ). Hindlcy, M. Schaefer. A. Lagerway, Mr. Thompson, T. Hindley, F. Thompson, G. Wells, J Hindley. Second rouM—D. Luskin, L. Shook, A. Rivas, R. Kukas, H. MacAdams, A. Shapiro, E. Maron, R. Smith, R. Levine. R Rundle. Third row—C. Williams, R. Van Loan. J. Maron, A. Sakin, G. Kinch, I. DeVall, W. Mums, H. Murns, D. Lowe. Fourth row— R. Kurthy, D. Rivenburg, S. Wallach, S. Monroe, R. Cutler, V. Grund, L. Barr, G. Stephenson, F. Taggart. President ..................... Anne Lagerway Vice-President.................Thomas Hindley Secretary .................. Marlene Schaefer Treasurer .................. Frances Thompson Assistant Leader...................Leland Clark Advisor .......................... Mr. Thompson dONSISTING OF STUDENTS from the seventh through the twelfth grades, the 4-H Club in its four years of existence has striven to make better citizens of its members through its motto: Make the best better.” The 4-H Club, sponsored by the American Banking Association, has existed in Monti High for four years. Each year the members undertake a project of his or her own choice concerning any phase of farming, conservation, sewing, or cooking. Awards are given upon completion of these projects. The members enter various state and county fairs where they compete for prizes. 125 Fini rou—A. Dean, K. Fcatherstone, J. Avery, B. Cummings. S. Allman. J. Lyons, S. Gold, P. Rudd, T Katrman. G. Cross, Miss Prideaux. M. Cummings Second row—S. Lyons, A. Smith, C. Meddatigh. E. MacMurdo, Third rou M Chuhin, L. Gerson, L. Fritchie, B. Bartlett. President ............................. Audrey Dean Vice-President ........................ Gloria Cross Secretary .......................... Bethene Cummings Treasurer ................................. Joan Avery Song Leader ........................... Barbara Gray Advisor ............................... Miss Prideaux J NY GIRL who has taken or is taking a home economics course is eligible for membership in the F.H.A. The Monticello chapter of the F.H A. began four years ago. Its objective re. mains to establish a better life for its members and their families in the future. Among its many varied activities is the annual Mother and Daughter Banquet, which the girls plan and prepare. This year, the girls are receiving aid in improving their culinary art. 126 Fini row—L Mitofsky, Miss Kinsman, B Frace. Second row—G. Wolfson, P. Rudd, S. Gold, P. Formwald Third row—R. Filippini, A. Lagerway, J. Lyons, E. Geiler. President ......................... Lenore Mitofsky Secretary-Treasurer.................. Barbara Frace Advisor...............................Miss Kinsman % BETTER ACQUAINT juniors and seniors with the teaching profession, the Jean Jacques Rousseau Chapter of the Future Teachers of America was established at Monti, cello High School three years ago. An active program enables the members to further their interests in teaching as a career. Observation of elementary school classes at least once a week gives the ten mem- bers of the club a first-hand picture of teaching. The club arranges for many lectures during the year. Mr. John Vett, a repre- sentative of the New Paltz State Teachers' College was the first guest speaker this year. 127 ? omana HE LEGIO ROMANA, or Latin Club, has come a long way since its organization in December 1940. The club was formed as a result of a request by a group of Latin students led by Alice Verline. At the time of its organization, the executive board was composed of a First Consul, Second Consul, and Scriptor-Quaestor. Today an additional officer is Editor of Vox Latina. In 1942 the Latin Club extended its program to encompass the Roman Banquet, which has since become a yearly ritual. At this festivity, the mem- bers of the club and their guests participate in a traditional Roman feast and receive copies of the annual publication, The Vox Latina. This magazine, prepared by club members, con- tains articles, puzzles, jokes, and songs pertaining to the study of Latin. The Latin Club gives many awards to students engaged in the study of Latin. The awards include a sterling silver Junior Classical League Key, for outstanding service to the club; a key to the persons in Latin II and III who receive the highest regents marks; a pin to the student who receives a score of at least 115 out of 120 points on the Auxilium Latinum Competitive Examination. The club is a social club for students who are studying the classic language and are interested in expanding their knowledge of Roman civilization. President ....................... Marlene Hertz Vice-President................................Mary Wells Secretary ....................... Lucille Fulton Treasurer ...................... Patricia Edwards Editor of Vox Latinum .......Camille Albrecht Adiisor ................................. Dr. Gay Fir,i row—B Stroeble, S. Cohen, C Albrecht, M. Hertz, Dr. Gay, M Wells, L. Fulton. P. Edwards, A. Smith. ,,,,,, Second row—C. Metz, M Clark, C. Cook, M McCormick, S. Krauser, B. Hechler, C. Left, ). Lynn, I Amatucci, S. Ziporkin, P. Quinn. Third row—G. Acker, S. Cohn, J. Smithem, S. Spritzer, R Trachtenberg, D Manowitz, F. Lerner, J. Gardner, N. Cohn, S. Benton. 128 fit dircuto dspanot First row—J. Goslin, Mrs. Osborn, A. Marosy. Second row—R. Filippini, F. Lukaczer, B. Vanlnwegen, P. Gardner. Third row—A Cohen, C Field, B. Cohen, E. Liessner. Fourth row—E. Gelb, A. Altman. President .................... Ann Marosy Vice-President................JUDY GOSLIN Secretary ............... Patricia Gardner Treasurer ........... Rose Marie Filippini Advisor ..................... Mrs. Osborn Lj NDER THE DIRECTION of Mrs. Annette Osborn, the Spanish Club of M. H. S. was formed in 1937. Today, under the same faculty leadership, the club helps those stu- dents who are interested in Spanish and in the culture of Spain and South America to expand their knowledge of it. The organization attempts to improve the conversational ability of its members. Writing to students of foreign lands has been one of the projects of the club. April 5th marked the date of the annual presenta- tion of the Pan American Day Assembly by the members of the club. Movies, games, and the telling of various Spanish stories help to make the membership more endowed with Spanish culture. 129 junior Science HE JUNIOR SCIENCE CLUB has been in existence for six years. It was founded for the purpose of nurturing interest among junior high school people in the field of science. Using the equipment supplied by the science department, the club members per- form many scientific experiments and demonstrations. Each club member is responsible for a project covering some phase of the scien- tific world that is of interest to him. This year the club prepared projects that were entered in the Science Club Con- gress Show. President ...................... Chester Osborn Vice-President .................... Rena Schacht Secretary ...................... Alan Brasxngton Treasurer...................... Linda O'Carroll Advisor ........................... Miss Turner i f Tim row—R. Schacht, C. Osborn, Miss Turner, L. O'Carroll, A. Brasington. Second row—G. Wyde, M. Lcdina, I. Meyer, J. Upson, G. Fielding. Third row—W. Rosenberg, D. Bailey, B. Lagerway, R. Katzman, G. Brown. 130 e . __senior Science HOSE STUDENTS in the 10th, 11th, and 12th grades who are interested in the ever-expanding field of science may join the Senior Science Club. This club is similar to the Science Club which was in existence in 1935. The purposes of both clubs were to further individual interest in science and to answer ques- tions which the length of time of the class periods does not permit. To become a member of the Senior Science Club, you must do an individual scientific project as part of the initiation. This year the club members invited Judge Spriggs to deliver a lecture to those interested in photography. The members help put on science assemblies, demonstrating what they have learned through club participation. The Senior Science Club is affiliated with the Science Clubs of America and maintains a special science library for the use of the students. President ...................... Margaret Chicko Vice-President................... Daniel Vapnek Secretary ........................ Gail Wolfson Treasurer ....................... Robert Schock Advisors .....................Mr. Bremf.nstuhl Mr. Weinstein First row—R. Schock. M Chicko, G. Wolfson. Second rou—Mr. Bremenstuhl, Mr. Weinstein, V. Grund, F. Flother, J. Cross, D. Vapnek, M. Lieberman, D. Schachnovsky. 131 First row—L. Strassber , S Cofran, C. Layton, B DaVall, M Pearlman, R, Goldstein Second row—J. Leider, M. Machson, N. Day, M Schreibman, D. Egeland, B Fritchie. R. Mendels. Third row—-Mr. Stone, S. Schulman, C. York, A. Feinbcrg, B. Gould, J. Benmosche, B. Brown, V. Cherry, B. VanEttcn, M. Schilowitz, E. Egeland. President Vice-President Secretary Advisor .... Carolyn Layton Barbara DeVahl Marcia Peari.man ..... Mr. Stone HE JUNIOR HIGH Handicrafts Club is an organization through which students of the 7 thru 9 grades may further their interests in art. Metal craft, textile design, leather work, mechanical drawing, painting, and sketching are among the various arts and crafts offered to the student. This club is following in the footsteps of the Art Club, which existed in Monti High in 1935. 132 Finl row- Mr. Stone. N. Buckles, S. Whitaker. Second row—S. VanWert. J LaPolt. A. Olmstead, F. Foster, J Finkler. R Hendrickson. M. Smith. A. Visconti, M. Graham. J. Lonstein. President ....................... Norine Buckles Vice-President................. Arthur Thalman Secretary ....................... Sally Whitaker Treasurer ....................... George Wagner Advisor.................................. Mr. Stone HF. ORIGINAL ARTSMFN of Monti High was disbanded in 19S3 to give rise to the new Poster Club. This is an organization which has donated its services by designing and making posters for various school and community activities. Any student in senior high school with an interest in art may become a member of this club. 133 oLettenn en 3 Comparatively YOUNG in age, the Lcttermen's Club strives toward an age old goal, the promotion of good sportsmanship. Originating as the Varsity Club the name was later changed to the Lettermen's Club. Eligibility for the club is achieved by earning a letter through participation in one or more of the numerous Duso sports offered at Monti High. The members of the club in addition to exemplifying outstanding sportsmanship on the field, diamond or court endeavor to pass on this trait to other students. President ........................ Martin Schwartz Vice-President ...................... Robert Rosen Secretary.......................... Harry Seargent Treasurer ........................... Ivan Zubow Advisor ......................................... Mr. Kaiser First rou —S. Sugar man. B. Vanlnwegen, R. Sturgis, R. Rosen, Mr. Kaiser, D. Geiselman, D. Schachnovsky, A Richardson. S. Cohen. Second row—L. Yeomans, H. Seargent, I. Zubow, J. Sheppard, J. Abramson, D. Lindenbaum, D. Lorber, J. Maas, L. Baumgardt, M Schwartz. Third rou—R. Trachtenberg. J. Finkler. H Sturgis, R. Kravitz, M Ringel, H Schilowitz, M Schwarz, E. Rubin. Fourth row—D. Manowitz, E. Visconti, C. Wells, G. Tierney, P. Cahalan, S. Bokor, E. Golden, M. Paul. 134 Finl row—B. LaPolt, R. Zuckeruun, A. LaPolt, Mr. Hagstrom, Third rou—H MacAdam. J. David. C. Ballard. G. Filiss. C. Osborn. D. Dauch, J. Hindley. V. Grund. G. Stephenson. H. Goberman, R Second rou—R. Cediera, J. McCormick, D. Bailey. S. Strath. VanLoan. E. Murns, B. Cohen, D. Lowe, R. Crumley Jr. Assistant Scout Master................ Leon Gottlieb Sr. Patrol Leader.............. Andrew LaPolt Scribe ....................... Chester Osborn Scout Master ................... Mr. Hagstrom o ONE SCOUTS had its origin in 1933 under the leadership of Mr. Rutherford and Mr. Liddle, former Scout Executive. Troop 83 meets during Monday activity period. This provides an opportunity for boys residing out of Monticello, who cannot attend village meetings, to enjoy the advantages of Boy Scouting. At their Rotary sponsored meetings the boys participate in the activities of a regular scout troop. The yearly plans of the troop include hiking, skating, camping, and individual conservation projects. They also participate in the Boy Scout Camporee. This year's major activity of the troop was a spaghetti dinner to earn money for the purpose of sending boys to scout camp. 133 Fir it row—I. Zubuw, R. Goldstein, Mr. Kaiser, A. Marosy, D Manowitz. Second row-—R Trachtenberg, L Bokor, E. Visconti, E. Gelb, H. Scar gent Third row— R. Kravitz, C. Wells, F. Davison. President .......................... Charles Wells Vice-President .................... Harry Seargent Secretary............................... Ann Marosy Treasurer ............................. Ivan Zubow Advisor ......................................... Mr. Kaiser HE MATH CLUB'S purpose now as at its origin fifteen years ago is: It en- ables its members to develop their knowledge by solving problems which can not be solved during a class period. They learn the use of the slide rule and also the use of surveying instruments. Acquainting students with fundamentals of college math is another of the club's activities. Students of higher mathematics arc eligible for membership in this organization. In the organization of the club this year, it was decided by the advisor, Mr. Kaiser, and the club members that it would be beneficial to study the sample ques- tions put out by the College Boards to better prepare the members for those exams. Some members of the club journeyed to New York City this year to participate in math exams sponsored by N. Y. U. and C. C. N. Y., respectively. 136 Fin rou—E. Visconti, S. Bokor, J. Crawford, Mr Kaiser, Mr. Thompson, L. Bokor, J. Finkler, M. Diamond, D. Manowiiz. Second row—A Richardson, D Schachnovsky, I. Zubow, M Schwartz, E. Rubin, B. Vanlnwegen, H. Seargcnt, G. Yonker. Third row—M Fassy, A. Glick, A. LaPolt, D. Lorber, R. Rubin, H. Diamond, F. Scaramuzzo, B. Helfner. President Vice-President Secretary . . . . Treasurer . . . Advisors ... . Lawrence Bokor John Crawford Stephen Bokor Joseph Finkler --- Mr. Kaiser Mr. Thompson UNIOR KIWANIS, or Key Club, is a group of students from the 10th, 11th, and 12th grades whose responsibility is to carry out the aims of the Kiwanis Club in both the school and the community. Members of the Key Club sponsor the weekly canteen and act as ushers at basket- ball games. This year the club served as host to the New York State Convention of Key Clubs. The New York State Convention of Key Clubs was held from April 29 to May 1 and was attended by 200 boys from different parts of the state. The purpose of this convention was to make laws for all the state Key Clubs and to elect a governor and lieutenant governor of all districts. A prom was held at Kutsher's Country Club the Saturday night of the convention and invitations to many girls were sent to surround- ing schools. In its two years of existence the Key Club has proved very successful in its work. 9 I 137 First row—G. Acker, L. Spray regen, M Fassy, Mr. Jacobs, H. Diamond, A. Stackhouse, F. Lerner. Second row—R Schock, V. Grand, J. Finkler, M Lieberman, A. Glick, A. Mendels. • . Captain ........................ Harold Diamond Co-Captain ............................. Mark Fassy Secretary ...................... Allan Stackhouse Treasurer ...................... Lance Sprayregen Advisor ....................................... Mr. Jacobs 7O FURTHER the interest in chess throughout the school, the Senior Chess Club has been formed. Membership in this club is open to all students in grades 10, 11, and 12. Although in its infancy, this being its first year in existence, the Senior Chess Club has proved to be a great success. In addition to the games played among the club members, matches were held this year with other schools. Although this is not a DUSO school activity, many schools in the DUSO League such as Liberty, Falls- burgh, Middletown, and Newburgh, have competed against Monticello in these games. In addition to the schools in the league other schools in- cluding Walden, Roscoe, and Jeffersonville have competed against M. H. S. students. 138 junior _y LTHOUGH IT IS an ancient game, chess is still a major interest of many M. H. S. students. To aid in developing this interest, the Junior Chess Club has been formed. During its eight years of existence, the Junior Chess Club has helped many students increase their knowledge of the origin and rules of the game. Members of the club have also developed their power of rea- soning and concentration while enjoying the game of chess. Membership in the Junior Chess Club is open to all students in grades 7, 8, and 9. President ......................... STEVEN Kolodnv Vice-President ................................ Peter LaRoche Secretary .............................. Philip Wyde Treasurer .......................... Alvin Schneider Advisor ......................................... Mr. Kaiser First row—P Hakim. S. Budoff, P. Wyde, S. Kolodny, Mr Kaiser, P. LaRoche, A. Schneider, M Lipman, M Lcdina. Second row—B. Trieber, A. Graubard, G. Fielding, W. Rosen- berg, M Biock, R. Kazansky, J. Federschneider, R. Paul, R. Greenwald, S. Sacks, L. Pollack. Third row—H Bokor, I. Meyer, R. Katzman, R. Zuckerman. J. Johnson, H. Federman, M. Machson, J. Mc- Cormick, M Pickard, L. Edelman. Fourth row—-J. Novie, W. Rosenberg, D. Sommers, W. Anion. R. Bergman, A. Smith, R. Stratton, J. Verdi, S. Kalka. 139 Finl row—P. Rudd, P. Gardner, L. Bokor, Mr. Weinstein, R. Rubin, M. Wells, S. Sugarman. Second row—G. Acker, F. Perelmutter, B. Cohen, N. Buckles, F. Flother, A. Marosy. Third row—A. Cohen, A. Glick, R. Cutler, S. Wallach, E. Gelb. President .......................... Richard Rubin Vice-President ................ Lawrence Bokor Secretary ..................... Patricia Gardner Treasurer .................................... Mary Wells Advisor .......................... Mr. Weinstein 3hE PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB is now terminating its fourth year in existence. Progressing each year with new activities, the club has undertaken the job of covering most school functions such as sports events and dances by displaying the snapshots on a bulletin board in front of the library. Members develop and enlarge their own photographs in a fully equipped darkroom. The club has aided the school publications by taking and developing pho- tographs for them. 140 an J Qi,L' enniA Firil row—R. Goldstein, J. Lipson, S. Machson, B Schreibman, Mr Weinstein, M Machson. D. Bouton, P LaRoche, A. Graubard Second row—L. Greenfield, R Schacht. L Trachtenberg, N. Day, D. Egeland. J. Acker, A. Paul, P. Hakim. R Bogner. Third row—A. Taggart, D Feinberg, S. Dovgard, P Dauch, S. Wallach, M Glick, J. Finkler, J. Lerner. BOYS TENNIS CLUB President ........................ Mark Machson Vice-President .................... Dave Bouton Secretary ....................... Peter LaRoche Treasurer ...................... Alan Graubard Adttsor ..................................... Mr. Weinstein GIRLS TENNIS CLUB President .................. Barbara Schreibman Vice-President ................. Merle Machson Secretary ........................ Joanne LiPSON Treasurer ................... Roberta Goldstein Advisor ..................................... Mr. Weinstein HIS YEAR, Monti High added two new organizations to its extra-curricular activity system. On the request of many students the Boys' and Girls' Tennis Clubs were formed. Any pupil in grades 7-12, with an interest in this sport, may compete for acceptance in the club. The meetings are held on Monday and Tues- day respectively at the Athletic Field or in Room 306. The Boys' Tennis Club supplies players for the tennis team, which is a part of the school's athletic program. 141 Jhe Jom C uicb J4istorica( Society First row—P. Hakim, C. Hulse, A. Schneider, Mr. Hagstrom, Third row—H. Bokor, D Sommers, J. Pokras, B. Finkelstein, N. Rolbin, P. Chicko. N. Davidoff. R. Kukas, R Berman. G. Gershon, E. Seeley, Second row—D Cardini, A. Zucker, M. DeVaughn. P Hertz, R Bergman, W Rosenberg, H. Mannis. A. Shapiro, J. Novie, F. Vanlnwegen, J. Bulaga, Fourth row—P. Wyde, H. Gordon, C. Hammond, H. Polansky, C. Metz, M. Kay. L. O'Carroll, F. Rapp, N. Clements, R. Stratton. President Vice-President Secretary Treasurer . .. Advisor Alvin Schneider Nedra Rolbin Coralie Hulse Patricia Chicko . Mr. Hagstrom 7HE TOM QUICK Historical Society is one of the most educational and helpful of our school's extra-curricular activities. The purpose of the club is to bring to its members a better understanding of New York State. Quizzes are held weekly to sharpen the wits of the members, and reports are given on previous trips and projects. Although only three years old, this club under the guidance of its advisor, Mr. Hagstrom, is one of the fastest growing in the junior high school. 142 Fini row—B. Stroeble, E. Slatkin, R. Goldstein, M Diamond, Dr. Gay, S. Spector, M. Hertz, H. Diamond. Second row—B. Ledina, D. Greenwald, E. Moti, M. Cohen, S. Soloway, B Albrecht, D. Gipson. Third row—S. Kaplan, P. Alpert, S. Ziporkin, C. Leff, J. Schwartz, S. Kolodny. Fourth row—P. LaRoche, C. Gersten, C. Loewy, H. Simon, A. Hecht, P. Manowitz. President ... Vice-Ptesident Secretary Treasurer . . . Librarians . . . Advisor Morton Diamond .. Susan Spector Rita Goldstein . Marlene Hertz Harold Diamond Estelle Slatkin ........ Dr. Gay WO SCORE and one year ago, the Patrick Henry Debating Society was founded in Monticello High School. Though the name of that society has been changed to the Debate Club, the three original purposes have remained the same. To teach students to speak easily and convincingly under pressure of a time limit, to reason logically and to think on their feet, and to see all sides of a controversial issue, and analyze the truth and fallacies of claims and statements are the reasons why this club was founded. The Monticello Debate Club competed with many other debate teams from various schools this past year. March 5th was the date that the club went to Harpur College for the main tournament of the year. This year's subject dealt with the tariff problem in the United States. Several controversial topics were analyzed during the first term. At the termination of the semester, the subject was narrowed down to; Re- solved— That the United States should initiate a policy of free trade among friendly nations. 143 an J c, oin Firtl row—R Bogncr. R. Paul, M. Click, P, Brc-menstuhl, Second row—R Kinkopf. M Sommers. A Abraham, F. Anton, Dr. Gay, M. Schwarz, E. Cooke, H. FriedlanJ, M. Feldberg. E- Moll, B. Tuttle. R. Pearce. Third row—G. Wood, G. Semonite. R Cutler, A Benton. A Vapnek. Prendent ............................................. Marvin Schwarz Vice-President ................................. Philip Bremenstuhl Secretary .............................................. Edward Cooke Treasurer .............................................. Michael Glick Advisor ...................................................... Dr. Gay N THE PASSAGE of two decades the interest in col- lecting stamps and coins has been fostered by the Stamp and Coin Club. Twenty years ago this organization was known as the Stamp Club. Though the name has been changed the purpose of acquainting students with a wide variety of stamps and coins has endured the test of time. Throughout the school year, stamp and coin exhibits were displayed and sales accomplished between club mem- bers. Relics dating back to the fabulous Roman Empire are some of the prize possessions of the club. 144 sdduertis em en ts Hammond Cooke’s Sesqui-centennial Window y°u t ( roil (j r Fill her up can tell the ideal of a nation Ilk. year by it advertisementA. Douglas WIESS AND COSTA MONTICELLO, N. Y. Defepli one offers you good pay, excellent surroundings, during the summer vacation. 148 MEYER SCHACHNOVSKY Plumbing and Heating New Cold Water Air Conditioning KIAMESHA LAKE NEW YORK Monticello 1257 149 merican Laundry and Linen Supply Co. Monticello, N. Y. BROADWAY PHARMACY 334 Broadway Monticello, N. Y. Monticello 848 150 SULLIVAN COUNTY TRUST MONTICELLO, N. Y. (Concord Jdotel Foremost resort in Sullivan County Kiamesha Lake Monticello 1140 151 JOSEPH H. GERSTEN, INC J tate and 3, I Mi ranee 203 Broadway Monticello, N. Y. Monticello 21 RALPH KERR MOTOR COMPANY Authorized BUICK Sales-Service-Parts 191 Broadway Monticello, N. Y. Monticello 555 152 THE Rational Ijinion BANK MONTICELLO, N. Y. Jlammon cl JT CHoole MONTICELLO The shopping center of Sullivan County 153 Ytl, £f TrL Jt. QJMun 4 Cottage St. Monticello, N. Y. GEILER REAL ESTATE SERVICE WHITE LAKE, NEW YORK Phone: White Lake 18 INSURANCE REAL ESTATE See thing done to Satiny! WURTSBORO STEAM LAUNDRY, INC Jhe «Zdiamond family Wurtsboro, N. Y. Wurtsboro 98-2431 For Sports Enthusiasts Monticello, N. Y. Monticello 1930 155 MORRIS TURETZKY ATTORNEY AT LAW 286 Broadway Monticello, N. Y. Monticello 131 Jlie f iclcloth Clipper C. tul BOGNER-SEITEL Where Fine Foods Prevails and the More Discriminating Meet’ Lumber and Millwork Mr. and Mrs. Ray Masten, Props. 76 St. John St. Monticello, N. Y. On Route 17 Monticello, N. Y. Monticello 485 Monticello 2065 W VOS Studios in Monticello and Liberty THE EVENING NEWS Monticello’s Most Stimulating Newspaper 156 CRAIN'S REXALL DRUGS 264 Broadway Established 186 ) R S. Breakey, Jr. We Deliver” Monticello, N. Y. RHULEN INSURANCE AGENCY 217 Broadway Monticello, N. Y. Monticello 795 BLOCK 6l SCHULMAN Monticello, N. Y. Paint Hardware Maurice Block Donald C. Block Monticello 139 Wonticedo Broadway Monticello, N. Y. Monticello 1375 157 (l erman A In A. G. STANTON Co. HARDWARE Sc HOUSE FURNISHINGS Westinghouse Home Appliances Monticello, N. Y. © Clothes for the 'Smart' Woman 273 Broadway Monticello, N. Y. Monticello 153 REPUBLICAN WATCHMAN Johnson Sullivan County’s first newspaper eweferS PRINTERS and PUBLISHERS 252 Broadway Monticello, N. Y. 200 Broadway Monticello, N. Y. Monticello 55 Monticello 45 158 MONTICELLO HARDWARE A ELECTRIC ■Stevens-J3lume Sporting Goods Co., Inc. 201 Broadway Monticcllo, N. Y. 1 Water St. Newburgh, N. Y. Monticello 104 Newburgh 196 THE W, Wr, PARK BARBER SHOP £luyene O Cjorman Foster Little, Prop. Wurtsboro, N. Y. 217 Broadway Monticello, N. Y. Monticcllo 993 159 C ounlif SAVINGS LOAN ASSOCIATION 230 Broadway Monticello, N. Y. Monticello 1350 VAN SICKLES Quality Footwear for The Whole Family Police ( benevolent y rdSoci a ti on Expertly Fitted Middletown, N. Y. MONTICELLO POLICE Middletown 7020 Monticello 1000 GOLDSTEIN GOLDSTEIN ATTORNEYS 274 Broadway Monticello, N. Y. Monticello 1950 160 for Singer Sewing Machines 6 Singer Vacuum Cleaners SINGER SEWING MACHINE CO. 43 North Street Middletown, N. Y. A. P. FLEISCHER TELEVISION — REFRIGERATION HOME APPLIANCES — RECORDS 248 Broadway Monticello, N. Y. Monticello 447 GRAUBARD MANN, INC Route 17 Tel. Wts. 98-2341 Wurtsboro, N. Y. FISHING TACKLE Hardware — House Furnishings Plumbing and Electrical Supplies COHEN LUMBER HARDWARE CO. Ralph Cohen Route 17 - East Broadway Monticello, N. Y. Phone Monticello 2000 161 J. M. KELLY CO. -At CoU SPORT SHOP Jobbers in Candy, Cigars, Cigarettes Fountain and Paper Supplies 264 Broadway Monticello, N. Y. 9 Landfield Ave. Monticello, N. Y. Monticello 222 FRED H. DURLAND Endurance VICTORY 5 and 10c F. Rubashkin and Son National Union Bank Building The largest and best selection of school supplies in the county Monticello, New York 242 Broadway Monticello, N. Y. Monticello 22 Monticello 1469 162 l ia(to pharmacy WitL Automatic Amusements Rendezvous of the discriminating” Television Cigarette Vending Machines 272 Broadway Monticello, N. Y. Monticello 420 Rialto Building Monticello, N. Y. Monticello 560 CARROLL AUTO SALES w, m. 2)f Soto - jf tymouth B. W. Van Jnu,e9en SALES - SERVICE 195 Broadway Monticello, N. Y. 136 Broadway Monticello, N. Y. Monticello 1010 163 WonUL (jreenliouses 65 Broadway Monticello, N. Y. Monticello 598 HORNBECK AND COMPANY MIDDLETOWN MUSIC CENTER ROBERT BENSON (general Endurance Jlie itore of note Monticello 147 Monticello, N. Y. 74 W. Main St. Middletown, N. Y. National Union Bank Building Middletown 6295 W. P. SMITHEM L SON Authorized Ford Sales Service Wurtsboro, N. Y. Wurtsboro 2361 164 WiM Wc cJ iner Where our customers send their friends Broadway Monticello, N. Y. MOUNTAIN GLICK PICKARD DAIRIES, INC Distributors of ACCOUNTANTS Middletown creami-rich Milk and Cream Grade A Homogenized Vitamin D Golden Guernsey Breakstone's cheese and butter Rialto Building Monticello, N. Y. Farm fresh eggs Monticello 715 Monticello 973-974 Joe and Phil Block Celtic JOB PRINTING Fancy stationery - Greeting cards 199 Broadway Monticello, N. Y. Monticello 682-987 165 adaivrence M. HJcf BOTTLING CO. FOR BEER — SODA Mr. and Mrs. Jack Manowitz 60 Broadway Monticello, N. Y. Monticello 1089 KAUFMAN BROTHERS' FOOD MARKET W, anJ Wrs. 254 Broadway Monticello, N. Y. Rock Hill, New York 166 Monticello 1206 MAMAKATING Serpentini eiveferA AGENCY, INC ROY SALET TURIN-LOCK General Insurance rr.!?r i . and Real Estate •� .n!org d ' to tkow d .toils INTERLOCKING SET 105 North St. Middletown, N. Y. Wurtsboro, N. Y, Tel. 98-4201 Middletown 8306 PLOTKIN BROS. MONTICELLO Fuel — Oil — Coal LAUNDRY Masons Materials Paint 9 St. John St. Monticello, N. Y. Hardware Monticello 280 79 St. John St. Monticello, N. Y. Monticello 300 167 MORRIS M. OPPENHEIM Attorney At Law 248 Broadway Monticello, N. Y. 3'amoui Dood 3 cur MONTICELLO AUTO SALES Murray Glick For Free Fas! Delivery 295 Broadway Monticello, N. Y. Monticello 1537 j- ontiac - C aJiltac QWC JrucL SALES and SERVICE 147 Broadway Monticello, N. Y. Monticello 81 Wonticedo J(i iwaniA SPONSORER OF KEY CLUB 168 A. ALPORT SON, INC. PLUMBING, HEATING and PUMP SUPPLIES South Fallsburgh New York Monticello 2660 RIFKIN MOTORS, INC. Monticello, N. Y. 550 Monticello 551 545 Irving Rifkin, President REAL bargain i„ outboard tVINRUDE TVrformancp L� nq life. fliqk Resale Valuoi WurU oro Sport Shop Wari, Service Wurtsboro New York Wurtsboro 98-531 COOKE WILLIS 236 Broadway Monticello, N. Y. Monticello 189 169 GRAUBARD WHOLESALE PAPER DISTRIBUTORS If hocla WHOLESALE GROCERY DISTRIBUTORS Orchestra Nightly 47 Liberty St. Monticello, N. Y. Route 9W Newburgh, N. Y. GREENWALD-SUPON MONTICELLO CO. LUMBER CO., INC Established 1922 AIR CONDITIONING—REFRIGERATION SODA FOUNTAINS — HEATING THE HOUSE WHERE FRIENDSHIP IS BUILT’ 116 Broadway Monticello, N. Y. Come in to see our New Office and Showroom Monticello 1063 WELCOME 170 (Concord MEN'S SHOP ROYAL-YELLOW CAB CO. The finest in sportswear RADIO DISPATCHED Kiamesha Lake New York Monticello, N. Y. Monticello 8 or 400 STEPHEN D. CONTOS, Inc. RALPHS SERVICE STATION WHOLESALE BANANAS (€sso) 10 Prince St. Monticello, N. Y. Cor. Route 17 and 209 Wurtsboro, N. Y. Monticello 845 Wurtsboro 98-3131 171 ZJhe Cjreen ot oor MONTICELLO, NEW YORK OAKLEY CLEANERS Exclusive Franchise Agent for Sta-flu in Monticello MONTICELLO PROVISIONS, INC Wholesale Distributors of Provisions — Herrings — Smoked Fish Home Made Pickles All Cleaning Done on Premises Monticello 114 18 Pleasant St. Monticello, N. Y. Monticello 1789 — 1241 CLOVER EXTERMINATING AND DISINFECTING CO. Member Entomological Society of America 370 Broadway NATIONAL i PEJT C0MTR0L AtiociATiea Monticello 1667 Member Empire State Pest Control Association Monticello, N. Y. 172 CENTRAL FOOD MARKET MONTICELLO, NEW YORK MONTICELLO S n feur Scientific Laboratories, Inc. Monticello, New York GAS OIL CO. (tsso) Shapiro Bros. Cold Spring Road Monticello 84 Monticello, New York McLaughlin bros. INSURANCE — REAL ESTATE 5 Bank Street Monticello, N. Y. 173 RICHARD VAN ETTEN SULLIVAN COUNTY GAS SERVICE, INC TEXACO FUEL OILS and PETROLEUM PRODUCTS BOTTLED GAS STOVES GAS EQUIPMENT Monticello 475 120 Broadway Monticello, N. Y. Monticello 776 LEVY'S SHOERY Everything in Footwear” 266 Broadway Monticello, N. Y. Monticello 181 PELTON FARM DAIRY Monticello's only Pastuerizing and Homogenizing Plant Grade A Milk Homogenized Vit. D. Milk Chocolate milk Buttermilk Sweet cream Sour cream Cottage cheese Cream cheese Butter - Eggs 174 LEO DAVIDOFF 2 iner Sales JorJ Service Joe and Jeanette Sawitch Monticello, N. Y. Monticello 2288 Monticello, N. Y. Route 17 and 17B Warcia’s Official Photographer of The Monti 1955 LADIES' APPAREL (Edward j- earlene Liberty — Kiamesha — Monticello 271 Broadway Monticello, N. Y. Monticello 2075 175 THE WHITLOCK PRESS, INC 18 Montgomery Street • Middletown, New York Telephone 4167 Printers of the Monti ma Montie 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. Montie High will never falter; We ll be true to you. High school days are swiftly flying. Swiftly flying by. Let us not forget in passing Monticello High. « Lift your colors, fling them outward. Show that we are true. Montie High will never falter; We ll be true to you. 177 - I v_