Montpelier High School - Record Yearbook (Montpelier, VT)

Text from Pages 1 - 96 of the 1950 volume:

The Record 1950 Montpelier High School Montpelier, Vermont Mrs. Elsie Chaffee We, the class of 1950, dedicate this Record to Mrs. Chaffee who has been at Montpelier High School for twenty years, during which she has been a source of inspiration and guidance to many. — Four — FOREWORD As the class of 1950 goes forward into the second half of the 20th century, we see the citizens of tomorrow'. With the shadows of the last war not completely passed and with the deadly weapons we have seen used by our armies, it is even more important for us as individuals and as a class to strive for peace throughout the last half of the 20th century. Leaving Montpelier High School many of us will be going to college and many more will be working right after graduation, but no matter what the members of our class do we will try to attain the goals we have set for ourselves. The class of 1950 passes through the portals of Montpelier High School for the last time as a class. — Five Our High School Montpelier High with loyal song We rally to thy call, And lift thy name in chorus strong— Thy sons and daughters all. Thy spirit guides us to the shrine Of truth that makes men free; In work and play we’ll strive to pay The debt toe owe to thee. Thy green and white unsullied bright Shall ever float on high. Ev’ry lip in fellowship Shall join the joyful cry. Hear our cheer, Montpelier dear, Swell to a mighty roar. Hail to thy name, Bright be thy fame Forever more! . .Thy sons and daughters all.” — Eight — CLASS HISTORY As Freshmen in 1946 we timidly enter- ed the side door to commence our four year stretch of education. Mario Bianchi, Ed Stewart, Cyn Stafford and Ralph Barrows were the executives of the class while Ned Hamilton and Nat Greenberg were elected to serve on the Student Council. After being tortured by Senior Privileges, we were treated royally at the Freshman re- ception. The class was off to a good start with many of its members taking part in athletics, Masque, G. A. A. (then G. A. L.) and Freshman Chorus as well as other activities. Our class had indeed become an im- portant part of M. H. S. We were repre- sented in all the Masque productions with Janet Witham and Dick Cowles having their first of many operatic roles in “H. M. S. Pinafore.” Ted Connor and John Bjorn were playing Varsity football and basket- ball, Marlene Wilson was our president, we were helping the Solonscope through its first year, and we held a Sophomore Hop in the Union School Gym. Yes, we got into plenty of trouble but we always managed to get out again. Our reputation having been established, we did our best to uphold it. We survived finals and entered into the ranks of upperclassmen. The big year had arrived! Class rings came and did we strut around! After mid- years we had plenty of time to plan our Prom. June Prescott did a wonderful job on decorations and everyone had a marve- lous time. We did our part in the two state championships received this year, one for basketball, the other for the one-act play, “The Bishop’s Candlesticks”. We were again active in Masque, Chorus, Ski Club, Band, and athletics. We had several students go to Boys’ and Girls’ State in June. Music Festival came and went with many of the class participating. Elections were held with the following results: Ted Conner, president of Student Council; June Merrill, editor of the Record; Janice Carter, president of G. A. A.; Bob Sawyer, presi- dent of Masque; and Nat Greenberg, editor of the Solonscope to mention a few. Twenty Pro Merito awards and five Silver “M”s were earned by the class during our first three years at M. H. S. Rush! rush! That was the pace of our glorious Senior year. After quite a spell we received Senior privileges. The Freshman Reception was a huge success with a record attendance. The Mixed Chorus had its second annual concert with St. Johnsbury. Billy Wong represented the class on the debating team while several of the class went to All State Band and Chorus. The class’ dramatic talent was prevalent even in the humorous skit given in assembly. After Senior pictures, came mid-years followed by Senior themes. We went to the Prom thinking that although it was nice, it could never top ours. In prepa- ration for Graduation were our Class Day and Picnic at which we celebrated in high spirits. Then came the BIG NIGHT, and wre left never more to return. — Nine — WILMA ADAMS Clau Treasurer (3): G. A. A. (1.2.3.H; dee Club 4i; Masque 4� ; Mixed Chorus ili; Solonseupc «4� . Billy'’, starting the senior line-up this year, is one of our blonde, curly-haired misses. Her smiling face and pleasing personality have certainly helped her win friends among the class of 1950. DAVID ANDERSON Band (4 ; Football 2.3.4.� ; Ski Club 3.4� . Quiet and unassuming, tall Dave was an asset to our football team. He is also a friendly pal to all of us. ELLA AYER Freslun n Chorus. G. A. A. 1.2.3� , Ella Lou, the class flirt of 1950, is friendly and well liked among her classmates. Her interest in the opposite sex lies beyond Montpelier. PAUL BAG ALIO Paul is quiet and reserved but a lot of fun when you get to know him. He is an outdoor fellow who is fond of hunting and fishing. He also likes baseball. CX XX XX xx RALPH BARROWS Basketball Assistant Manager 2.3� ; Basketball Manager 4 ; Masque 1.41; Ski Club 3.4� ; Solonscope 3i. Have you been for a ride in his flivver? Ralph’s willing to take anyone. Maybe some- day he will own the First National Stores. LAURA BATCHELDER Laura is one who will be benefited by the education she has traveled so far to attain. She is good-natured, always friendly, and greets every one of her many friends with a radiant smile. DOUGLAS BERNARDINI Band � 2.3.4� Basketball J. V. 11.2) V. 3.4� ; Class President 3� ; Class Vice-President 21; Football 3,4� ; Masque li. Tall, dark and handsome—that’s Doug. A good man for all our teams and a good man for St. Mike’s girls. MARIO BIANCHI Class President 1� ; Class Treasurer (4); Record Board 4); Solonscope 3� . He is one of our best friends and always willing to help us. At Boys’ State Mario was an excellent representative from M. H. S. JOHN BJORN Band (1.2.3.41; Baseball (2.3.41; J V Basketball ill; Basketball (2.3.4); Football (1,2.3.41; Class President (4). Our class president is tops in sports and sportsmanship. He’s a student and we think that he’ll succeed. JACK BRICKEY We remember Jack for contributing humor to our classes. Good looking Jack, we know, will be successful in his work. LORIMAN BRIGHAM Baseball Assistant Manager 2 : J. V. Football (2 ; Ski Club 3); Student Librarian «3� . We like to hear Lorry give an oral report—unhurried and easy to listen to. And that’s how he is in the rest of his school life. DONALD BUTLER Baseball Manager (3 : Football (3.4) One of our class cut-ups, Boot’’ will be well remembered for his jokes. He has been a faithful manager for the baseball team. O «X K=X JOSE CANAS Assembly Committee (1.2 ; Band U.2.3.4); Basketball (3.4);Masque (1.2,4). Jose is never at a loss for words. He is full of life and fun, and a good basketball player. We all envy his trip to Spain. NANCY CARGILL Freshman Chorus; Glee Club (2); Mixed Chorus 2,31. They say that good things come in small packages. Nancy is a conscientious worker, a loyal friend, and is sure to succeed. JANICE CARTER Assembly Committee «3� : G. A. A. U.2.3.4); 300-Polnt Award; Record Board 3.4); Solonacope 3(. This year Janice is president of the G. A. A. In spite of her extra-curricular activities she never fails to make the Honor Roll. JERRY CETRANGOLO This determined and industrious gentleman represents one-fourth of the French II class this year. If you want to solve any math problem, consult Jerry; he’s a mathematical wi- zard. as anyone in his class will testify. BEVERLY CHANDLER Bev has constant cheerfulness to go with her quietness. She is trusting, hard working, calm, and sincere. She is liked by everyone who know's her. RAYLENE CLARK Assembly Committee (1� Class Secretary 4 ; Record (3); Solonscope (3.4): Student Council (3.41. One of our best scholars, everyone thinks Raylene is tops in every phase of school life Ray is very interested in Michigan. I wonder why? LEO COLETTI Football (2.3,41: Student Librarian (2). Spaghetti, ravioli—all familiar terms heard on the football bus. Big Leo has been most active in football throughout his school career. We all wish we could be as popular as Leo. DORIS COMOLLI Claai Secretary 3 : Freshman Chorus; C. A. A U.2.3,4); Glee Club (2.3.4); Maaque D: Mixed Choru (2.3.4); Solon- scope (311 Doris, another tiny senior, has something in common with Ella Lou. flirting of course She is very interested in G. A. A. x=x xcx � o THEODORE CONNER Band (2.3.4); Baseball (1,2.3.4); Basketball 11.2.3.41; Football (1.2.3.4): Junior Rotarlan (4); Masque (4); Student Council (3.4): President (4): Youth Day (2). Big. strong Ted is very popular and the “best athlete” of M. H. S. Captain of the foot- ball team and President of the Student Council are two of the offices he has held. RICHARD COWLES All-State Choru� 4 : Boys Chorus (3); Football .3); Masque (3.4); Mixed Chorus (3� ; J. V Football (2). Ambitious “Buck has set high goals for himself. Not only is he our best actor a very important factor, in our winning of the 1949 One-Act Play Contest, but also unofficially our “best singer”. DEAN DAVIS J. V. Baseball (2); Boys- Chorus (4); Debating Club (1.2). Masque (4); Mixed Chorus (4); Ski Club (1.2); Student Librarian (1). This year Dizzy is our class scapegoat. Flirting with the girls is quite an art with him Seriously, he is hard working and we know- he will succeed. PAUL DENISON J. V. Baseball 2 ; Masque (4): Ski Club 3,4). The second Denison to pass through these portals in two years. Like his brother, Pinkie w’ill be remembered for his cars and women. Paul’s a loval rooter at every game, too. JEANNE DOLLOWAY Claa Vice-President 14� ; Glee Club «3� : Mixed Chorus «3� ; School Office Staff 141: Ski Club 4 Jeanne came to us from Burlington High School in her junior year. In the short length of time that she has been at M. H. S. she has made many friends. RUTH DORRIES Freshman Chorus; C. A. A. (2.3); 50-Polnt Award; Solonscope � «(. Ruth's enthusiasm, initiative and never-lacking sense of humor should help her go far in later life. Her expert typing ability was a valuable asset to the Solonscope this year. She is everybody's pal and soon forgets any misunderstanding. MARION DOUGLASS ATHERTON Debating Club (1); Freshman Chorus: G. A. A, (1.2.3.4); 200-Point Award; Masque ill, Marion has been very active in the G. A. A. She left us in the middle of the year to be married. FAY DUNHAM Tall, ambitious, and hard-working Fay is one of the more jovial members of our class. She always has a witty retort to anything you may tell her. XCX X� XIX o CORA FAIR Freshman Chorus The distance she lives from school does not keep Cora from being a cooperative and like- able student. She is quiet, willing, and a hard worker. Her wardrobe is the envy of all the girls. JUNE FARNHAM Freshman Chorus; G. A. A (4). Her steady, quiet determination and industrious nature have helped June immeasur- ably during her high school career. She has the advantage of having never-failing punc- tuality. WILLIAM FISH William is a shy. quiet, but friendly person. His hobby seems to be his multi-colored cars. People who make no noise are always welcome. ROGER FOLLETT J. V Baseball (ll; Football (41 . Masque til- You can have a lot of fun with Roger. He has a storehouse of jokes, natural humor, and he has had a lot of experience in cracking jokes at Parker’s. WILLIAM GARRETT “Lefty” must be lefthanded. Popular Lefty” has many friends. He is brilliant in classes and he is hardworking out of school, too. FREDERICK GERSON J. V. Baseball (2); J. V. Basketball (1.2); Boy s Chorus 4 : Football 2.3,4� ; Junior Rotartan 4� ; Masque 3.4� ; Mixed Chorus 41; Ski Club 2.3.4); Solunscope (4). One of our most active members in school, church, and club; Fred always is a friend to everyone and he certainly has a lot of friends. EDWARD GHIRINGHELLI Edward has a deliberate, conscientious manner. He is likeable, never hurried, never ex- cited, but always easy going and calm. Edward enjoys hunting and fishing. RAYMOND GOMEZ Raymond’s friendly nature makes hint a likeable individual. His prowess in hunting and fishing come from many delightful hours spent in perfecting his natural ability. RACHEL GOODALL A quiet worker who enjoys life and applies herself with understanding to her work is Rachel. She is shy but cheerful and once won, you could have no truer friend. NATALIE GREENBERG A. A. 11,2,3.4� ; 200-Point Award; Masque li; Record (3.4); Solon scope 2,3,4� ; Co-Editor (3); Editor 4� ; Student Council 1.2� ; Youth Day � 3� ; Assembly Committee (1). Nat beams with good friendship. She spends much time on her studies as well as on extra- curricular activities. MADALYN HALL Madalyn has a broad smile and a hearty laugh, an unbeatable combination when it comes to making friends. She studies hard and is willing to take any job that requires hard work. EDWARD HAMILTON Band (1,2); Baseball (2); Football 3.4� ; Masque il,4 ; Ski Club (2.3,4); Student Council (1). Happy-go-lucky best describes Ned. We’ve had a lot of fun kidding Ned about his car, but his answer to us is always, “Oh,, come on now.” LORRAINE HATCH Cheerleader (2.3.4� ; G. A A (1,2.3.4 : Glee Club (2.3� ; Masque (3.4� ; Mixed Chorus (2,3); School Office Staff 2 : Ski Club 0.4� . Rainey” is our captain of the “cheering seven and has done a swell job this year. Have you ever noticed how her eyes shine whenever you mention Norwich University? We won- der why? LELAND HAYFORD Basketball (3.4); Boys Chorus (2� ; Football (2.3); Freshman Chorus. Our little, agile, and speedy captain of the hoopsters is well liked by everyone. Lee is a good mixer who says the right thing at the right time. His sportsmanship and en- thusiasm are highly respected by all who know him. PATRICIA JENSEN Pat possesses a quiet, friendly charm and sincerity that all of us like. Her friends say she is a lot of fun out of school. She has. however, a serious attitude in school. CHARLOTTE LaCOUNT G. A. A. (1); Glee Club i3); Mixed Chorus (2). Charlotte is the dark-haired girl you can always find when and wherever there is roller-skating. You must be pretty good by now, Charlotte. She always has a smile for everyone, girls and boys alike. ______________ o Q( o o _______________ RICHARD LAPAN Boy Chorus (2.3); Freshman Chorus; Mixed Chorus (3): Student Librarian (2). Dick is the sparkplug of the Mixed Chorus; his voice and pranks will be missed next year. His interest in the weaker sex seems to center around St. Mike’s class of ’52. He likes radio and w'ould enjoy attending radio school after graduation. BEVERLY LEAVITT Beverly is another quiet member of our class. She has decided opinions on many subjects but is reluctant to share them with the rest of the class. Bev is a good friend to every- one. ARLAND LEWIS A red flash of silence seems to fit and describe Arland best. He has a mischievous spirit but a placid countenance. We have heard that he is quite a pitcher, too. MARILYN LOVELESS G A. A. (2.3.4); Majorette (3.41. Marilyn, our small, red-headed twirler, appears to be rather quiet but her close friends tell us differently. I guess you just have to know her, right? ROBERT LUNKES Boys' Chorus (3.4); J, V. Football 31; Mixed Chorus 3.4 . Bob hails from Worcester. His pranks in Mixed Chorus add to the enjoyment (?) of that organization. He is seldom in a serious mood: a friend to all. ARLENE LUPIEN Few people know Arlene, but those who do are enriched by her friendship. She is always willing to do anyone a favor, regardless of the inconvenience to herself. BRUCE MacALISTER Class Treasurer (2). Sports are near and dear to Bruce’s heart. Ask him for his opinion of Babe Ruth or the New York Yankees and he will give you a definite answer. ROBERT MAGNE Baseball 11,3,3.41; Basketball «3.4� ; J. V. Basketball 1.2 : Football «3.4� ; J. V Football (1.2� ; Mixed Chorus 2 . In our large class. Bob is another one who carries the ball’ for the teams of M. H. S. Bob is one of our more active members in home room this year. CX 0( O JO MARTIN MANNING Although he speaks sparingly, Martin makes every word count. He is a quiet individual, with a light and humorous side. EDMOND MARTELL J. V. Football «2� ; Ski Club 21; Football (4). Skip earned his letter on the football team this year. We miss his red car around the school now. CHARLES McALLISTER J. V. Baseball (2� ; J. V. Football (3.31; Football 4 :« Masque 1.2.4� ; Solonacope 41; Student Librarian 1� . Chuck, as everyone calls him, is one of our most popular classmates. Besides keeping up his marks he works every day after school. JUNE MERRILL G. A. A. 11,2.3.4� ; 300-Polnt Award; Masque 41; Mixed Chorus 2.3� ; Record (3.4); Asalstant Editor (3); Editor (4); Ski Club 13� ; Sol on scope (3.4). The Record Board is proud to present its Editor. June is also a very active member in the G. A. A. Next to sports, June’s favorite pastime is teasing’’ the teachers. Just ask any of them. LEWIS NEILL Lewis is a quiet and reserved individual. He keeps up in his studies as well as working after school. We wish him luck in whatever he does. CARROLL NELSON Carroll is one of our boys from Middlesex. He is carefree and full of fun with a wonder- ful sense of humor which is sometimes difficult to understand. JOYCE NICHOLS G. A. A 3.4); Misque 3.4); Record 4). • Joyce hails from out California way. If she's a good example of California girls, go West, young man. go West. Joyce has curly blonde hair and a charming smile. She has fast gained popularity. BARBARA O’NEILL All-Slate Chorus; Assembly Committee 1 ; Class Secrctary 2 ; Freshman Chorus; Glee Club (3.4); Mixed Chorus 0.3.4). Record (3.4); Solon scope (2.3.4). Barb, our blonde little Irish girl, has a perfect record as treasurer for numerous organi- zations. and don’t let anyone tell you it isn’t a hard job. Barb was one of our represen- tatives to Girls’ State. Keep up the hard work after you’ve left M. H. S. XX X=X XX XX JOHN ORMSBY Good things often come in small packages and John is no exception. He always has a grin for everyone. He is famous for his speedy progress and winning ways with the girls. CHRISTINA PEDROZO Christina has not participated in many outside activities but extra-curricular activities are only the less important half of school life. In her studies she works hard and reaps gratifying rewards. ELIZABETH PHILLIPS Betty lives outside Montpelier and commutes every day. She can be seen with Teresa any time of the day. Although Betty has not participated in any of the organizations she is known by all her classmates for her friendly smile. MAE PIERCE Freshman Chorus; G. A. A. Mae has a host of friends who treasure and value her friendship highly. She is willing to take on hard tasks and always sees them through. CLARICE PLUMMER Glee Club 12,3.4� . Mixed Chorus (1.3,4). Clarice may be quiet but she is well known by the members of the music organization. It will be hard to find another as efiicient as she was. to take care of the music and keep it straightened out. PAUL POULOS Football Manager «4� ; Record (4 c Solonscupe i4i. Our capable football manager returned to our class after transferring from Cincinnati. He is a likeable fellow with a ready wit and has little trouble making himself heard or appreciated by the girls. LAWRENCE PRATT Band (1.2.3.4c Baseball (2,3.4� ; J.V. Basketball (1,2); Basketball (3.4); Class Vice-President (2) Football (1.2.3.4c Junior Rotarlan (4c Student Council (2.3). Larry is another valuable member of all our sports teams. He is also interested in St. Mike’s. Larry’s impish grin fascinates boys and girls alike. He can really squeeze” music out of that trumpet. JUNE PRESCOTT G.AA. (11: Glee Club (2.4c Masque (1.2.3.4); Mixed Chorus (2.3.4); Record (4). June has a large share of the talent in the senior class. She rates high in acting ability and as an artist. June is interested in French—maybe Don and she have something in common. CX X=X KC5K K=X HENRY REED No matter what class or what question, Henry always has an answer—right or wrong. He works in the I. G. A. store after school. Henry seems to find humor in nearly every- thing and is seldom in a serious mood. MARGARET RICHARDSON Margaret has a busy and business-like air about her. She is an efficient and cooperative worker. Her pleasantness and friendliness have made her a very popular member of our class. MARILYN ROBERTS G. A. A. (2c Student Librarian (4). One who very often knows the answers, especially in Business Lawr. Marilyn is a valu- able addition to any class. She has a rare sense of humor which contributes to her popularity. STANLEY ST. JOHN How’s the weather up there?” Tall Stan is hardworking and conscientious, but we surely do enjoy his humor in his lighter moments. He enjoys playing baseball and soft- ball and has spent many noons at it. TERESA SASSOROSSI Teresa came to us last year from Morrisville and she has been a valuable complement to our class-success. Her marks testify to the fact that she is a good scholar and her abil- ity in P. A. D. is demonstrated by the volume and content of her answers in that class. ROBERT SAWYER Boys Chorus (3.41; Masque (3.4� ; President (4); Mixed Chorus (3.4); Record (3.4); Asst. Business Manager (3): Student Council (4). Our representative to challenge Frankie Carle and Jose Iturbi was also President of the Masque this year. Bob possesses an infectious humor, hearty laugh, and sarcasm which is all in fun. If you wish to know about the Beantown or Broadway plays, ask Bob! HILDRETH SEAVER If you see a red streak whizzing by. it is very likely to be Hildreth and his car. He pro- vides the means of transportation for many of our students from Middlesex. Hildreth has a great deal of ability in studies and is a good friend to all. MARY SHERMAN G. A. A. (1); Majorette (3.41. Mary is very active in 4-H and certainly no one can accuse her of not being desirous of an education; she comes a great distance to school. She is another one of our twirlers. XO Q Q )Q(_____________ GLEN SMITH Football (4). Poor Glen takes a lot of ribbing about his size and the size of his home town (Middle- sex). He, too, was a stalwart member of this year’s football team. CYNTHIA STAFFORD All-Stat Chorus (4); Band 2.3.4� ; Class Secretary (1); Freshman Chorus: A. A. (2.3) Masque (1,2.3.41; Mixed Chorus (2.3,4); Record (3.4� ; Business Manager (4); School Office Staff «3.4� ; Solonscope (2,3� . Cynthia’s ambition to go to Girls’ State was realized last June when she made the most of her opportunity. Our tall and quiet business manager did much through her tireless efforts to make the Record Board Fair and the Record successes. PAULINE STEARNS Solonscope (4. Pauline is another quiet member of our class, but her marks make up for her lack of words. She is an inseparable companion of Betty White. DOROTHY STEELE Pat, as she is more popularly known to her classmates, left us for a year to go to Japan. We were glad to see her back. Her marks are certainly nothing to be ashamed of, and Pat should be successful in whatever she does. HERBERT STEVENS Herbie is one of the most bashful and reserved boys in our class. Ho is one of the best friends you could have, for he is honest and faithful. He works hard, too. EDWARD STEWART J. V. Football (2) Football (3,4); Masque 11,2.3.4); Bur.ness Manager (4); Mixed Chorus (3.4); Boys' Chorus (3.4� ; All-State Chorus 4� ; Class Treasurer (1); Class Vice-President i3i; Athletic Association (3.4). Ed has been a mainstay of the football team and Athletic Association. Who will or can forget his operetta performances? He does not shirk work, but goes in search of it. He is also very active in the De Molay. ELSIE STORY G. A. A. (3,4); Majorette (3.4); Mixed Chorus 2.3i; School Office Staff (2.3i. Elsie went to Wellesley to learn about the Junior Red Cross activities. Through her efforts, a council was started in our school, and we owe a lot to her for introducing this fine organization. She is a loyal worker and a good student. FREDERICK STRONG Ticket Seller 11.2,3,4); Boys Chorus (3.4); Junior Rntanan «41; Masque 4); Mixed Chorus (3.4): Student Council (4i; Student Librarian (1); Athletic Association 4i. All the math that Fred knows comes in handy when he counts money for the Athletic Association. Fred is a friendly w orker in all of his many school activities. K IO XZX IO RICHARD SWASEY Ticket Seller (1.2.3.4) Boys Chorus (3); Mixed Chorus (3). Dick doesn’t say much in school but oh, when he gets outside—Driving cars and going places, Dick always has a lot of fun in life. KIMBALL UTTON J. V Football (2); Record (3): Ski Club 3� . Over the drone of voices in classes and study halls, Kimball will daydream of hunting or fishing and only days until graduation. ELIZABETH WHITE Solonscope (4). Betty is one of the most ambitious and studious members of our class. She always knows the answers, especially in Office Practice. With her winning personality and charm she should go far in whatever field she chooses. AMY WILDER We admire Amy’s courage in taking Mechanical Drawing. She is a hard and silent worker. She has many friends who are always willing to help her in return for the favors she has done for them. JOHN WILLEY Masque (3,4); Student Librarian (4). In school plays, John has played may different roles and has done well in all of them. He also has been helpful in staging many plays. He is a quiet individual. MARLENE WILSON Assembly Committee (4� ; Class President (2i; G. A. A. (1.2.3,41 Majorette !l): Masque (3.4); Record (4i; Student Council (3.4� . As chairman of the Photography Committee of the Record Board Marlene has done a splendid job. Marlene can be described as cute, popular and a “swell” sport. Here's wishing success in the future to a grand classmate. JANET WITHAM Ail State Chorus (4); Freshman Chorus; G. A. A. (1,2,3); 50-pt. Award (3); Glee Club (2, 3. 4); Masque (2, 3, 4); Pin 3); Mixed Chorus (2,3.4). In music, operetta leads, All-State Chorus, and as soloist for our school choruses, Janet has worked hard but she has had a lot of fun doing it. BILLY WONG Class President (1); Masque (3.4); Vermont State Forum (2.3). This last year Bill came into our class; he has been able to graduate in three years. Bill’s paid the Masque’s expenses last year as its treasurer. He’s at every game to cheer the team on. XZX X=X )CX x=x JUNE Band (4K Freshman Chorus: Glee Club (2.3.4); Majorette (2. 3.4� : Mixed Chorus (2.3.4); Student Librarian (4). June adds much to the Mixed Chorus; she has a quiet way with a smile for everyone. She is willing to take an active part and usually expresses her views frankly. CARLTON JONES HaoDV co-lucky and nonchalant as he is, Carlton possesses a spontaneous wit and friendliness to go with his red hair. He always has a joke or a hunting and fishing ex- perience to tell. His theory seems to be that worry never accomplished anything. ALBERT DANA . , , ,, In all his classes we remember Albert for contributing much dry humor; he has many good friends in and out of school. CLASS WE, the illustrious class of ’50 leave with a sigh of relief. I, Wilma Adams, bequeath my ability to run up and down stairs to some fresh- man, that he, too, may get to class on time. I, David Anderson, leave all the tackles that I missed to Robbie Pierce, that next year’s team may be even better than this year’s. I, Ella Lou Ayer, leave my ability to get along with men to Peggy Shepard, that she may be choosen Class Flirt, too. I, Paul Bagalio, bequeath to Milan “Daniel Boone” Lawson my rifles and am- munition. I, Ralph Barrows, bequeath my Model A Ford to any underclassman able to start it and keep it running. I, Laura Batchelder, bequeath to Earlene Leonard the right to come in the front door which she has waited for so long. I, Doug Bernardini, bequeath the car I am seen riding around in to “Monty” McDermott, so he won’t have to walk home from basketball practice. I, Mario Bianchi, bequeath my quiet- ness and way with the faculty to my cousin, John, that he may get more A’s. I, Jonny Bjorn, bequeath my “slipstick” to Vaughn Stewart, that he may always play sweetly. I, Jack Brickey, leave Mr. Myrick one of my name cards, that he may never for- get me. I, Lorry Brigham, bequeath my report cards to anybody silly enough to want them. I, Don Butler, bequeath my ability to get along with Coach Harvey to James Brusa, that he may never have to look for another job. I, Jose Canas, bequeath to “Red” Rowan the know-nobody policy. I, Nancy Cargill, bequeath to Esther Harvey many quarters, that she may never lack the wherewithal to make fre- quent trips to Barre. I, Janice Carter, leave the status of an upperclassman to my brother, Marvin, hoping that he will enjoy it as much as I have. WILL I, Jerry Cetrangolo, bequeath what little skill I have in math to Suzanne LeBourveau, that she may have success in the future. I, Raylene Clark, bequeath my life-long desire to be a statuesque six-feet tall, with my best wishes for realizing this ambition to Pat Taylor. I, Leo Coletti, leave to Oscar Eastman, my ability to get along with the teachers, that he may spend less time in the office. I, Doris Comolli, leave a well-trodden path to Spaulding to Claire Barney, that she may enjoy the Spaulding upsets as much as I have. I, Ted Conner, bequeath my athletic ability to Jim Wilson so he may achieve as much fame as I have. I, Richard Cowles, bequeath an imagin- ary safety deposit box to Charlie Jerd, so he may save his money. I, Albert Dana, leave my seat in Mr. Myrick’s room to Richard McGrath, that he may enjoy the gym classes as I have. I, Dean Davis, bequeath my Barre girl friends to the junior boy with the longest list of broken hearts, namely, Dick Gale. I, Paul Denison, leave my trips to Barre and one other town to anyone who can’t find a suitable love life at M. H. S. I, Ruth Dorries, bequeath my love for that South Carolina accent to anyone who likes those Southern boys. I. Fay Dunham, bequeath my height to Kenneth Emerson, that all the teachers may not have trouble seeing him. I, Cora Fair, bequeath my good com- plexion and even temper to Mary Pedrozo. I, June Farnham, bequeath to Donald Fair my sense of humor and my ability to keep quiet in classes. I, William Fish, leave to all underclass- men my ability to keep guiet so that the hall may not always ring with noise. I, Roger Follett, to M. H. S. leave the scourge of two more of us, Frank and Joe. I, Fred Gerson, leave my ability to get along with the Freshman girls to John Corskie. I, William Garrett, bequeath to Roger Ball my undying love for school. — Twenty-two — I, Ed Ghiringhelli, leave to Robert Hill my thimbleful of knowledge so that he may do more work than I did. I, Raymond Gomez, leave with my fellow classmates while my brother, Rudulf, takes my place. I, Rachel Goodall, bequeath my good attendance record to Helen Morse. I, Nat Greenberg, bequeath my “hustle your bustle” to future editors of the Solonseape so that they may get the paper out on time. I, Madalyn Hall, leave to Helen Smith the space I have walked in for the last two years, so she won’t have to wralk on other people’s feet as she has on mine. I, Ned Hamilton, leave to Bill Ward my ability to get along with the teachers and get good marks. I, Lorraine Hatch, bequeath the fun of cheering in the years ahead to the J. V. cheerleaders. I, Lee Hayford, bequeath to any student of M. H. S. my ability to break windows. I, Patricia Jensen, leave my brother David in the hands of the faculty. I, Carlton Jones, leave. I, Charlotte La Count, bequeath my two sisters to M. H. S. 1, Richard Lapan, bequeath to my sister my front seat in study hall so that she may study the features of Longfellow as I have done in the past. I, Beverly Leavitt, leave my habit of annoying the teachers by chewing gum to Betty Leavitt. I, Arland Lewis, bequeath P. A. D. (the most ungrateful stuff) to Fredrick Fuller. I, Marilyn Loveless, leave with Gerald- ine Bugbee my ability to wear the school colors. I, Robert Lunkes, leave to Mr. Aiken the ease with which I do my physics prob- lems. I, Arlene Lupien, bequeath my seat in assembly to my brother John, hoping that he has better luck in it than I did. I, Bruce MacAlister, bequeath my abil- ity to arrive just in time for school to Servando Canas. I, Bob Magne, leave to Donald Kane my technique for cutting classes without get- ing caught. I, Martin Manning, leave my home room desk to Elwin Griffith in hopes that it will be put to good use. I, Ed Martell, bequeath my position as end on the football team to anyone who wants it, because I’m always at the end of everything. I, Chuck McAllister, bequeath my quarterback slot on the second team to Franklin Greenberg. I, June Merrill, leave my footprints which will soon be filled by one more Merrill, Cynthia. I, Joyce Nichols, leave my good looks to future class beauties. I, Lewis Neill, bequeath to the under- classmen my good behavior, so that the teachers won’t have to fill out so many red cards. I, Carroll Nelson, leave to my brother, Kenneth, the seat I occupied w hile a senior. I, Barbara O’Neill, bequeath my posit- ion as business manager of the Solonscope to Polly White. I, John Ormsby, bequeath my ability to get along with the opposite sex to Charlie Jerd. I, Christina Pedrozo, leave to Francis Farnham my Oldsmobile so that he may get to school on time. I, Betty Phillips, bequeath my natural curly hair to Marion Phillips that she may no longer fear rainy days. I, Mae Pierce, bequeath to Laura Rich- ardson my new' name “Calamity Jane”. I, Clarice Plummer, bequeath to my sister, Edna, the enjoyment of Oral English. I, Paul Poulos, leave with Jim Brusa my ability to carry the water bucket. I, Larry Pratt, bequeath my interest in St. Mike’s to my brother, Roddy. I, June Prescott, leave to the underclass girls my worn Burlington time table. I, Henry Reed, bequeath my rights and privileges as a senior to my sister, Charlene. — Tw ity-three — I, Margaret Richardson, leave to Jane Blodgett my ability to keep my interest in the males of M. H. S. a secret, that she, too, may keep them guessing. I, Marilyn Roberts, bequeath my vivid interest in a rival town to Wanda Douglass. I, Stanley St. John, leave with Marjorie Holmes a lock of my curly brown, that she may never forget me. I, Teresa Sassorossi, leave my broken lab equipment to the person who gets lock- er No. 64. I, Bob Sawyer, bequeath to Betty McLeod a new piano for the auditorium, so that she will have as much fun in that ringside seat as I have had. I, Hildreth Seaver, bequeath my park- ing place in front of the high school to Dwaine Senter. I, Mary Sherman, bequeath to Vivian Curtis my ability to skip school so she may go deer hunting with Barbara Willey next year. I, Glen Smith, leave all my chewing gum and the privilege of staying after school for Mr. Shipp to Dick Gale. I, Cynthia Stafford, bequeath my popu- larity with Mr. Mix to Jane Anderson. I, Pauline Stearns, leave my job as typist on the Solonscope to any one who can type. I, Dorothy Steele, leave to my sister Lyn my ability to get along without the op- posite sex. I, Herbert Stevens, bequeath my home- room seat to the unlucky person who fills it. I, Ed Stewart, leave a big hole at left tackle for Bill Harvey. I, Elsie Story, bequeath to Gale Wolynec my driver’s license and car with all its rattles. I, Fred Strong, bequeath my Plymouth car to Mr. Shipp in case he gets in a jam as I did. I, Richard Sw'asey, leave my job of run- ning the movie projector to Donald Miller, in hopes that he will enjoy it as much as I have. I, Kimball Utton, bequeath my Sear’s Roebuck driver’s license to Paul Singleton and his Austin. I, Betty White, bequeath my accuracy in typing to my sister, hoping that she at least will have the speed to go with it. I, Amy Wilder, leave my artistic talent and everlasting fondness for the color pur- ple to Neysha Rossi. I, John Willey, bequeath the job of play- ing the records at dances to some unfortu- nate underclassman. I, Marlene Wilson, leave my position on the Student Council to an underclassman with a fifth period class. I, Janet Witham, bequeath my oper- etta leads to some underclassman that she may enjoy them as much as I have. I, Billy Wong, leave the teachers no more chance to call me Ward. I, June Wood, leave a well u'orn path to Windsor High School to “Rocky”. — Twenty-four — PRO MERITO Pro Merito is the highest honor a student can achieve in high school. Stu- dents having an average of eighty-five or better for at least six semesters are award- ed this honor. A special assembly is held Mario Bianchi John Bjorn Janice Carter Raylene Clark Ruth Dorries Fay Dunham Cora Fair at which the students deserving the merit receive pins as a token of recognition. We extend our heartiest congratula- tions to the following seniors who proved themselves worthy of this award: Cynthia Stafford Pauline Stearns Dorothy Steele Elsie Story Frederick Strong Elizabeth White Natalie Greenberg Charles McAllister June Merrill Barbara O’Neill Teresa Sassorossi Robert Sawyer Mary Sherman SILVER “M” Silver “M” is an honor given to seniors who have earned recognition by scholar- ship as well as by extra-curricular activi- ties. The points for scholarship are based on the student’s scholastic average and the extra-curricular points are determined by the Student Council’s point system. Two awards are given, one in the fall and the other in the spring. To qualify for the awrard in the fall, a senior must have ten points in scholarship and eight points in extra-curricular activities; the spring award requires fourteen points in scholar- ship and eight in extra-curricular activities. The eligibility of the students is determined by a Student Council member and the Guidance Director. The following seniors received the fall award: John Bjorn, Theodore Conner, Natalie Greenberg, June Merrill and Cynthia Staf- ford. — Twenty ire — SENIOR — Twenty-six — ELECTIONS L h«L T — Twenty-seven — SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS AND ADVISORS Rack Row: J. Bjorn. J Doiioway. R Clark. M. Bianchi Front Rotr: Mr Small, Mr, Shipp. Miss Famham GRADUATION ACTIVITIES Senior Dance June 2 Senior Picnic June 10 Senior Vespers J une 11 Class Day June 15 Graduation June 16 — Twenty-eight — BABY PICTURES — Twenty-nine — Tnp Row: June Famhum. Bob Sawyer. Loriman Brigham. Fred Gerson Fourth Row: June Wood Third Row: Paul Denison, Ned Hamilton. Lefty Garrett. Ralph Barrows. Marlene Wilson Second Row: Glen Smith. Ted Conner. Cynthia Stafford, Janet Wltham. Marilyn Loveless Front Row: John Willey. Arlene Luplen. Billy Wong. Nancy Cargill. Wilma Adams BOYS’ STATE Four boys from the class of 1950 were selected to attend Green Mountain Boys’ State as guests of the American Legion and local service clubs. The four boys that went to Norwich University were David Anderson, Mario Bianchi, Theodore Conner and Frederick Strong. During the w'eek of June 9, boys from nearly every high school in the state gathered to learn how their state and local governments function and how they could, through better understanding, become good citizens. The boys were divided into towns and counties where they set up their own model government under the super- vision of the actual officers. Everyone held some office. Most of the time in the afternoon wjas spent in competitive sports between the different towns. The sports were basket- ball, baseball, track and tennis. There was also a newspaper and a band for those in- terested in journalism and those who play- ed instruments. Each evening there were assemblies, during which speeches and skits were given. Then came the big social event, the Inaugural Ball. The boys were transported by bus to Girls’ State which was held at Vermont Junior College. Everyone had an enjoyable evening. Saturday brought to a close the week which was a wonderful experience for all the boys. GIRLS’ STATE Green Mountain Girls’ State is dedi- cated to the sole purpose of developing high school girls into more intelligent citi- zens. Going to Girls’ State is one of the finest opportunities any girl can experi- ence. Sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary and other civic organizations, it is designed to give Vermont girls a chance to be better citizens by teaching them the fundamentals of state, town and county government. At Vermont Junior College, where last year’s session w as held, the girls ran their own primary and general elections, and appointed a court; in short, they had a government run entirely by the girls them- selves. The Junior citizens had recrea- tional opportunities both in the morning and afternoon. They participated in such activities as softball, bowling and singing. Contests increased interest in these and other activities. Girls representing nearly every town in Vermont attended Girls’ State. Those representing our school were Natalie Greenberg, Barbara O’Neill and Cynthia Stafford. The biggest social event of the wreek was the dance with Boys’ State. The boys wrere transported to Girls’ State on Friday night and a good time was enjoyed by all. On Saturday our closing exercises were held. Prizes were awarded to the various tow ns and individuals. Thirty - “Thy spirit guides us.. PICTURES OF FACULTY — Thirty-two — FACT NOT FICTION Administration Dr. Chastney liked Latin when he was in high school. He graduated from Sum- mit High School, Summit, New Jersey. Our principal played on the football team all four years and he was captain during his senior year. Besides playing football he swam on the swimming team for four years, was president of the senior class, and was president of the “Hi-Y Club”. Mr. McClelland, our superintendent, graduated from Thayer Academy, Brain- tree, Massachusetts. He said, “At Thayer Academy we studied and we didn’t have any extra-curricular activities to partici- pate in.” He did say that he was very in- terested in photography and spent some of his time at this. Mathematics was his choice subject. Mrs. McLeod graduated from Enos- burg Falls High School, Enosburg Falls, Vermont. Her favorite subject was mathe- matics. During her high school days Mrs. McLeod participated in the Athletic Asso- ciation and through this organization she helped form a volleyball team. Skating was the winter sport she enjoyed most. Rather modestly, she admitted that she sang in the chorus but said she was not the “prima donna.” Miss Snyder graduated from Dana Hall, a private school in Wellesley, Massa- chusetts. Our guidance teacher’s favorite subject was English. Miss Snyder wielded a mean tennis racket and she played a bang-up game of field hockey for Dana Hall. She was also a member of the French Club. Special Teachers Miss Holmstrom, the girls physical ed- ucation teacher, graduated from Amesbury High School, Amesbury, Massachusetts. She said, “History was my favorite sub- ject when I was in high school.” The girls may be interested to know that there were no gym classes at Amesbury High w'hen Miss Holmstrom went there. During her high school days she was photographer for the “Pow-Wow”, and she used to beat a snare drum in the band. Mr. Harvey came from Springfield, Massachusetts, where he graduated from Technical High. Mr. Harvey was a four letter man in high school, playing football, basketball, baseball, and track; he also be- longed to the dramatics club. His favorite subjects were physics and mechanical drawing. Miss Newton graduated from Puncharcl High School in Andover, Massachusetts. Her favorite subject was English. She said that the school was strictly academic except for some choral groups in which she sang. Mrs. Barrows graduated from Middle- bury High School. She participated in the Glee Club and public speaking. Mrs. Barrows said, “I couldn’t participate in the athletics because I lived five miles from Middlebury and I had to drive the horse and buggy back and forth to school every day”. Her favorite subject was history. Miss Hallgren’s favorite high school sub- jects were sciences and home economics. She graduated from Brattleboro High School, Brattleboro, Vermont. While Miss Hallgren was in high school, she worked to save money to train at Peter Bent Brig- ham Hospital. English Department Mrs. Brown graduated from Marble- head High School, Marblehead, Massachu- setts. Oh! She said she liked math as her favorite high school subject, but she also liked languages. Mrs. Brown was a “Ju- liet” amongst the faculty members. She was a member of the dramatics club and during her junior and senior years she took part in the annual scholarship play. She w as also president of the club her sen- ior year. Another place where she shone was on the hockey field where she played for the team. — Thirty-three — Miss Farnham went to Burlington High for two years and then transferred to Cathedral High School from which she graduated. Her favorite subject was Eng- lish. She didn’t say whether she liked basketball as much then as she does now. I wonder! Miss Farnham was the editor of the school paper, wrote for the year book, the “Tower,” sang in the Glee Club, and debated during her high school days. Mrs. Small graduated from Richmond High School. She said that languages were her favorite subjects. At Richmond High she wrote for the school paper “Chips”, played the piano for the orchestra participated in class plays, and debated. Mr. Shipp graduated from Long Branch High School, Long Branch, New Jersey. His choice subjects were history and Eng- glish. Mr. Shipp, our faculty Caruso, sang in the chorus, played football and soccer, worked on the newspaper, belonged to the Dramatic and Stamp Clubs; and was a member of the Student Council. He cer- tainly kept busy with all those activities. Math Teachers Mr. Coane hails from Brattleboro High School. Besides playing football, basket- ball, baseball, and track; he was quite a debator in high school,and he liked to par- ticipate in formal discourse between nega- tive and affirmative sides, in other words, argue. He said he liked math in high school. Mr. Knox graduated from Milford High School in Milford, Massachusetts. He said that he was active in the high school dra- matics club. His favorite subject then was plane geometry. Science Teachers Miss Kettelle graduated from East Greenwich High School, East Greenwich, Rhode Island. This school was a private school and there were no extra-curricular activities for those who didn’t board there. Miss Kettelle liked Latin, French, and Greek in high school, and it wasn’t until she took biology in college that she became interested in it. Mr. Aiken graduated from Burlington High School. When asked w'hat he did in high school, he said, “I played the cello in the orchestra, I studied, and then I studied some more.” Mr. Aiken’s favorite subject was physics. Mrs. Toby graduated from Robinson Seminary in Exeter, New' Hampshire. She said, “To tell the truth, art was my favorite subject then.” Mrs. Tobey played soccer and some other sports; she also sang in the chorus at Robinson Seminary. Mr. Towle graduated from Worcester Boys’ Trade School, Worcester, Massachu- setts. He said that he had no favorite sub- jects and that he liked them all. Mr. Towle didn’t participate in any special activities in high school. Commercial Teachers Miss Dixon is another native Vermon- ter. She graduated from Cambridge High School. Besides participating in dramatics she also wrote for the school paper. Her favorite subject was bookkeeping. Mr. MacDonald comes from Smyrna Mills, Maine, where he graduated from Merrill High School. Sociology was the subject he liked most in high school. He played baseball, basketball, and, inciden- tally, he worked with the editor, (now Mrs. MacDonald) trying to publish the year- book. Geography and History teachers Mr. Myrick comes from Bridport and graduated from Middlebury High School. He was quite a baseball and football player and he captained the baseball team in his senior year. Mr. Myrick truthfully admit- ted that Latin was his choice subject when he was in high school. Mr. Wright graduated from Dobbs Ferry High School, Dobbs Ferry, New York. Several of the extra-curricular ac- tivities in w hich he participated w ere sing- ing in the Glee Club, writing for the year- book, and the newspaper “The Informer”, participating in public speaking and sing- ing in the operetta “Chocolate Soldier”. Mr Wright certainly kept busy. He said his favorite study at that time was Latin. While he w'as in high school, he was a mem- ber of the National Honor Society, he re- ceived the R. P. I. medal for science, he won a public speaking contest, and he received a scholarship to Drew University. French Teacher Miss Brettell graduated from Benning- ton High School. During her high school days she wrote for the school quarterly, “The Catamount”, was a member of the Dramatic Club, and also a member of the Latin Club. She said her favorite subjects were Latin and French. — Thirty-four — “Eifry lip in fellowship. JUNIOR CLASS Rtick Row: C- Horsey. E Eliingwood. T. Jones. R Slosberg. J Stefanazzl. C. Plerer M Lawson C. MacAulay. O. Norton. G. Wallace. J. Chandler. C. Folaom, R. Gale. D. Rowan. W. Ward. V. Turner. D. Perrin. O Eastman Fourth Row: C. Robie. J Luplen. S. Canas. V O'Neill. D. Senter. B Turner. J. Fiddock. P Perrin. L. Kelley. P Peake, D. Kane. R Gomez. D Morse. M Holmes. J Corskle. D Maunsqll J. Doyle Third Row J. Brusa. J. Blanchl. E. Corliss. J. Cooper. L. Cleveland. P Ryan. J Anderson. J Norris. W Abbey W. Wells. F. Fuller B. Hood, L. Prescott. E. Alvarez. R. Lampherc. H Morse. S. Clark amjomd Row: D. Jones. E. Hayward. B. Me Loud. E Leonard. J. Garfield. B. Bowman. E. Fletcher, B. Thayer. L. Richardson. Miss Kettellc. Mr. Knox. Mrs. Brown. J. Leno. R. Adam!. Y Edwards. L. Leslie. H. Smith. J. Smith Front Row: K. Emerson. P. Singleton. C. Bowman. F Curtis. P. Rattazzl. B. Cole, C. Taplln. V. Stewart. A. Hox.e. M. Shepard. P Taylor. V. Burleson. C. Howe. K Ballou. C. Reed. S. Grappone. C. Aguirre. E. Plumber. J Cameron — Thirty-six — JUNIOR ACTIVITIES Class Talent The Juniors had the first class assembly and did themselves proud. Who would have believed that there was so much talent among them! Billy (the kid) Ward made a booming sensation as Master of Ceremonies, first introducing Leona Cleveland who “tapped” a pleasant beginning. Joyce Cooper and Eleanor Fletcher gave forth with soprano voices to produce unsurpassable entertain- ment, and then Bethany (Ann Miller) Thayer honored us with a tap dance solo. Jane Anderson played a praiseworthy selection on her flute, accompanied by Pat Taylor. Pat’s “Sabre Dance” compares only to Oscar Levant’s. “Roz” Slosberg added enjoyable variety with her classical piano selection. In the finale Joyce Cooper and Bethany Thayer teamed up as Mr. and Miss for a comic tap dance. The hilarious applause produced an encore. Junior Prom The Juniors’ biggest activity of the year was the traditional Junior Prom. The gala event was held in May for the Juniors, Seniors and their guests. The following people were co-chairmen of the committees: Decoration Committee; Jane Anderson and Milan Lawson. Refreshment Committee; Kay Ballou and Dick Gale. Ticket Com- mittee; Ann Hoxie and Jay Bonazoni. Invitation Committee; Pat Taylor and Bob Lamphere. Music Committee; Dolores Amor and Charles Robie. Mighty Fine The class of 1951 is one of the smallest classes, but we’ll bet that it will make a big hit because it has the “makin’s of a mighta fine senior class.” Thirty-seven — SOPHOMORE CLASS Back Row. P. Chapman. R. Heiiv-nian. R. Murray. G. Kreis. L. Hibbard. F Gross R. Backus. L. Wallace. J. Dunham, R. McGrath. S. England. C. Jerd. R McManla. M. Carter. R. Deforge. R Ball. R. Willey. R. Wheeler Fifth Row J. Hackett. C. Berry. B Fonza. D Crane, M Bellmore. P Bushey. J. Gouda 11. B. Kearney. N Rossi W Persons. P Singleton. V. Curtia. G. Wolynec. S. Reynolds. S LeBourveau. C. Poupart. P. White Fourth Row: J. LaVanway. B. Lapan. D Coburn. L Hayford. B. Bergstrom. G. Emory. J. Leonard. S La Roar. B McLeod. D Brackett. P Page. W. Douglass. B. Briggs. M. Phillips, V Landry. M Pedrozo, D. Edwards. R Carr Third Row B. McAllister. E Stillwell. D. Welch. G. Bugbee. P. Grout. P Phelps. R. Pierce. Mrs. Totoey. Mr Wright. Miss Dixon. J. Willey. N. McGofT. P Loveless. S. FltzPatrtck. C. Straw. W. Cary. J. Gomez, J. Cabaret Herond Row: M. J. Ainsworth. J. McManis, P. Eldred. B. Crowell. B. Reagan. V. Hackett. E. Harvey. B. WUley. E. Bisbee. R Lawson. R. Rowell, K. Crawford. P. Coho. A. Hill. D LaCount. B. Mackenzie. V. Croteau. R Wheeler S. Grappone. Mr. McDonald. G. Cary. M. A. Ainsworth Front Row: D Fair. J. Lamphere. F. Greenberg. R. Pierce. E. Smith. D Jensen. R Pierce. C. Collins. W Laufman. D Warren. M McKnlght. G. Law. E. Griffith. W. Clark. R. Banks Thirty-eight. — SOPHOMORE ASSEMBLY The Sophomore class really went all out to present us a wonderful St. Patrick’s Day Assembly. The Freshmen Chorus first entertained us with two well-done numbers, then in accordance with the day six Irish Lassies sang several well known Irish tunes. Next Gloria Emory played a classical piano selection. With Sandy Reynolds narrating, an amusing panto- mime was presented. Neysha Rossi, the distressed mother, was trying to save her home form the scheming Ronney Lawson and his sister Wanda Douglass. The villian, Ronnie Lawson, thought he could kill two birds with one stone by marrying the daughter, Pasina Cobo, but he reckoned without the hero, Sammy FitzPatrick. SPRING DANCE An informal spring dance was held by the class of 1952 in honor of the Juniors. ACTIVITIES The theme of spring was carried through- out the decorations. The walls were deco- rated with bright, perky flowers and beau- tiful butterflies; kites with the class year on them flew high on the walls. The enter- tainment was in the form of a quiz show in which the audience participated. If the contestants couldn’t answer the questions, they must pay the consequence. Thanks go to those students and faculty members who made this dance possible. LETS CHEER The Sophomores will have plenty of pep and cheer if they follow their cheerleaders. This is the first time in many years that there have been four Sophomores on the varsity squad. They are: Sandy Reynolds, Suzanne LeBourveau, Cynthia Berry and Jane Willey. The newly elected member was Wanda Doug- lass. Keep up the good work and we know that you’ll cheer our teams to victory. — Thirty-nine — FRESHMAN CLASS B trk Row: N. Barrows. J. Bwen. W. Gldney. J. Coller.G. HUI. G. Alajcander. A. Ciampt. F. Farnham. R. George. H. Callaway. W Harvey. R Wheeler. J. Quinn. C. Wood. V Robinson. D Miller. D Washburn. A Adams. C. Currier, D Maxham. M. Norris. A. Johnston Fifth Row: R. Hill. C. Tryon. Y Edwards. T. Clark. J. Manning. S Breer B. Martin S. Barclay. J. Beetle. R. Hood. . • C. Stewart. H. Ferris. W. Davis, R. Ryan. C. Bishop. K. Broe, V. Preedom. A Brothers, J Rultberg. R. Cooley Fourth Row: Mr. Coane. D Levine. C. Wood. R. Wallace. A. Manning. V. Armstrong. P. Hopkins. J Richardson. B. McClbney. J. Massey. S. Holden. C. Holmes. E. Carpenter. L. Steele. R Alexander. J. Mackenzie. M Plllsbury. C. Baldwin. M. Johnson. W. Woods Third Row D Gitchell. B. Stevens. B. Wilder. M. Farr. D. Gavin. C. Bailey. R. Wheeler, A. Banrield. B. Kennedy. C. Macia. S. Griggs. S MacAulay, B. Farrington. D. LaCount. J. Richardson. B. Blanch!. L. Annis. K Staples S. Haggett. P. Kelly. Miss Snyder. Mrs. Chaffee Second Row: H. Spaulding. J. Gilbert. B Leavitt. J. Blanchard. C. Casey. P Haggett. L. Poirier. J. Dolloway. J. Graham. C. Barney, A. Strong. H. Morse. E. Warren. J. Blodgett. R. Fiddock. D. Brothers. W. Rock, B. Richard- son. G. Holmes. R Peterson. M. Greaves. J. Abbey. E. Ladd Front Row G. Leonard. J. Storey. W Bellmore. R. Partlow. F. Bevenna. R. Parker. G. Landry. S. Storey. R. LaCount. W. Austin. R. Pratt. B Bottomley. J. Wilson. M. Brown. C. Grout. R. Washburn, J. Marvin. W. Shatncy R. Irons. R. Knight. K. Nelson Forty FRESHMAN ACTIVITIES Election Day The Freshman nominating committee chose three members for each office; elec- tions were held and as a result the follow- ing officers were elected: President Wayne Woods Vice-President Sally Holden Secretary Helen Morse Treasurer Emily Warren Student Council Norma Taylor John Goller Athletic Association Norman Barrows Best Foot Forward The class of 1953 was introduced into the social life of M. H. S. at the annual Freshman Reception given by the seniors. The Freshmen turned out in their best “bib and tucker,” and judging from the faces of the couples, all had a wonderful time. Book Week To supplement the supply of books in the M. H. S. library the Freshmen decided to take the matter into their own hands; they did a commendable job. They an- nounced to the students that during Na- tional Book Week they would be collecting books which the students wished to donate. Thanks to the class of 53 M. H. S. now has more books in its library. Freshman Assembly Orchids to the entire Freshman class and Miss Snyder for their wonderful assem- bly. The class song, the first in the history of M. H. S., was sung by all the Freshmen. The words were written by Sally Holden and Emily Warren. We congratulate them on their idea and hope that in the future all the classes will continue this procedure. Following this song was a most amus- ing minstrel show. With black faces and old clothes you could hardly recognize the Freshmen, but you could recognize the talent. All we can say in conclusion is “congrats.” Congratulations This year’s Freshmen have shown lots of pep; they’ve turned out for the organi- zations and supported their teams with plenty of that good old school spirit. Keep it up, we’re proud of you! — Forty-one — — Forty-two — “In work and ploy.. ” SOLONSCOPE Back Rair: C Pierce. R. Slosber . F. Orson. C. McAllister. P. Foulos. D. Perrin, C Barney Scran,I Roy. P. Stearns. W. Adams. L. Cleveland. Miss Bret tell. R. Dorrles. B. White. J. Anderson. J Merrill Front Roy: B Hood. R. Clark. P Taylor. C. Howe. N. Greenberr. B O’Neill. B. McLeod. E. Stillwell. P White C Berry The Solonscope under the supervision of Miss Brettell, is worthy of recognition in its second year of publication. The school paper was published four times this year with extra, special editions for Christmas and April Fool’s Day. During the year the Solonscope took a poll which was printed in a later edition with many humorous results. The paper has all the regular features of a newspaper with one special addition, the gossip column, which is enjoyed by everyone. The Solonscope is edited, written, printed and distributed entirely within the high school. This year’s Editor-in-Chief is Natalie Greenberg who is assisted by Carol Howe. The reporters hand their material in to their page manager and the page managers, after assembling the articles, hand them to the editor who must edit them and prepare the dummy for printing. After the editor has finished proof reading and the stencils have been cut, it is up to the Multilith Operators to produce the fin- ished product. Staff Editor-in-Chief Assistant Editor Business Manager News Sports Exchanges Art Natalie Greenberg Carol Howe Barbara O’Neill Connie Pierce Charles McAllister Roslyn Slosberg Neysha Rossi Jane Anderson — Forty-four — RECORD BOARD Bark Rov N. Greenberg. J Carter. P. Poulos, R. Sawyer. P. Singleton. J. Nichols. C. Pierce. Becond Rov: P. Taylor, Mrs. Brown, C- Taplln, J. Anderson. M Wilson, C. Howe. M. Blanch! Front Rov; P. Shepard. B. O'Neill. K. Ballou. J. Merrill, C. Stafford. V. Burleson. J. Prescott. B. Hayward The Record Board is one of the most active student groups in the high school, because it publishes our school yearbook. Under the supervision of Mrs. Brown the Record Board works hard to put out a better yearbook. responsibility, as they help by supervising and organizing their committees. The business manager, Cynthia Stafford, and the treasurer, Barbara O’Neill, must re- ceive and handle all money for the Record Board. The annual “Record Board Fair” was held in the fall and proved to be a big suc- cess. Some of the booths which furnished games of skill were: a dart game, a bean bag game, a ring toss, and a grab bag. Later in the evening entertainment was enjoyed by all. Bethany Thayer and tap dance trio did a snappy number. Next a boys’ bathing beauty contest was held, in which Bob Magne, Ralph Barrows, and Paul Poulos took part. This contest was judged to the amusement of all. After the entertainment, dancing was enjoyed by all. Putting on a fair is one of the ways the Record Board raises money for its publica- tion. The Board also sells candy bars and cold drinks at all of the home basketball games with the members all taking their turn. June Merrill, editor-in-chief, has a large responsibility editing before the Record can be sent to the printer. The committe chairmen also have considerable The Board is as follows: Editor-in-Chief June Merrill Assistant Editor Kay Ballou Business Manager Cynthia Stafford Assistant Business Manager Virginia Burleson Treasurer Barbara O’Neill Committee Chairmen: Advertising Activities Features Seniors Photography Art Reporters : Carol Howe Claire Taplin Paul Singleton Robert Sawyer Connie Pierce Janice Carter Joyce Nichols Natalie Greenberg Mario Bianchi Marlene Wilson June Prescott Betty Hayward Jane Anderson Peggy Shepard Paul Poulos Pat Taylor — Forty five THE DEBATING CLUB 8 fan dim ; J. Marvin. B Laufman. Mr. Chaitncy. S. Fitzpatrick, B Wong Seated: S. Holden, J. Stefanazzl. F. Corson. A. Hoxle. R. Slosbcrg. D Steele. E. Warren The Debating Club did not meet until December this year. Officers chosen for the club were; Ann Hoxie — President, Roslyn Slosberg — Secretary, and Fred Gerson — Treasurer. The subject for debate was: “Resolved that the President of the United States Be Elected Directly by the People.” This organization debates with other de- bate teams in the State Contest. Self-assurance and poise are only a few of the benefits one receives from being in this club. This year Miss Farnham and Mr. Chastney both advised the group very successfully. Tryouts to determine the members of the Varsity and Junior Varsity teams were held soon after the first meeting. The judges, Mr. Chastney, Miss Farnham and Mrs. Small, decided on the following teams: Varsity — Ann Hoxie, Jean Stefanazzi, Emily Warren and Billy Wong. Junior Varsity — Sally Holden, Bill Lauf- man, David Maxham and Jack Marvin. Aside from the regular debates, this year’s group discussed topics such as “Un- iversal Military Training” and “Euthana- sia”, on the radio. — Forty-six — STUDENT COUNCIL Back Bov: F. Gross. R. Sawyer. Mr. Myrick. Rowan, R. Gale. F. Strong Front Rvu B. Hayward. M. Wilson. S. Reynolds. T. Conner. K. Ballou. R. Clark. E. Bisbee Headed by President Ted Conner and directed by Mr. Myrick, the Student Coun- cil has tried to grant student desires con- cerning M. H. S. The Council meets once a week during the fifth period to discuss problems confronting the students. Each class is represented by two to four mem- bers who hold office for one or two years. By the planning of the group, busses were chartered to basketball games and two dances were held, one in honor of the foot- ball team and the other to raise funds for the Council. Again this year the Council sponsored “Open House” in observance of National Education Week. During “Open House” parents and friends were invited to attend classes at the high school. After classes were over, there was a general assembly for all the parents and friends with Mr. Holden as speaker and the choral groups providing music. A new feature of the Council is the “Handbook Committee” which publishes a booklet for the incoming Freshmen. The booklet consists of the following things: a foreword, articles concerning the school activities, a plan of the high school, and articles on the two honorary societies. Members of the Council Seniors: Ted Conner, President; Marlene Wilson; Raylene Clark; Robert Sawyer; Frederick Strong. Juniors: Kathryn Ballou, Vice-President; Donald Row'an; Betty Haywrard; Richard Gale. Sophomores: Sandra Reynolds, Secre- tary-Treasurer; Frank Gross; Eleanor Bisbee. Freshmen: John Goller; Emily Warren. — Forty-seven — rHE MASQUE Rotr J. Ewen. N Barrow� . P White. P. Denison. E. Hamilton. T. Conner. R. Barrows. D. Bemardini. F. Gerson Fourth flow. O Norton, P. Peake. R. Rowell. D. Davis. C. Pierce. C. Stafford. J. Stefanazzi. G. Alexander. J Lupten. J. Withatn. W. Harvey, J. Canas. E. Stewart Third Row: C. Stewart. J. Hackett. E. Lapan. J. Nichols. J. Dolloway. M. Greaves. W. Adams J Prescott J. Merrill. L. Hatch. J. Cooper. E. Fletcher. E. Bowman. D, Coburn. R. Lawson. W. Clark Sewwd flow; J. Wilson. V. Armstrong. A. Johnston. B Carr, D. Miller. R. Cowles. J. Willey. J. Brusa C. McAllister. E Hayward E Alvarez. B Thayer K Ballou. P Grout. J Anderson. J. Gomez. B. Richardson. N McGoff. E Warren Front Row C. Berry, S. Reynolds. J. Willey. S. LeBourveau. B Briggs. B Mackenzie. C. Bishop. L. Steele. M Johnson. R Peterson. Miss Famham. B. Wong. P Taylor. R. Sawyer. M Wilson. C Barney M Plllsbury B Hood. V Burleson, C. Taplln. C. Howe. E Blsbee The Masque welcomed their new direc- tor, Miss Mary Jane Farnham. Miss Farnham should receive much credit for her successful year and skillful directing. The officers of the Masque were: President —Robert Sawyer, Vice-President — Patricia Taylor, Secretary —Marlene Wilson and Treasurer —Bill Wong. “Spring Green”, a comedy by Ryerson and Clements, got the Masque off to a good start this fall. Ronald Lawson as T. New- ton Todd brought down the house. Others in the exceptionally well done play were Sandra Reynolds, June Prescott, Joyce Cooper, Kay Staples, Donald Miller, Mar- lene Martell, Ned Hamilton, Jose Canas, Emily Warren, John Willey, Pat Peake, John Ewen, Paul Denison and David Wash- burn. The Masque and the music groups worked together in December to present the successful Gilbert and Sullivan oper- etta, “The Mikado”. The leads in the operetta were Richard Cowles, Wayne Clark, Fred Curtis, Edward Stewart, Patricia Taylor, Evelyn Stillwell, Carol Howe, Janet Wit ham, Joyce Cooper, Bethany Thayer, Gale Wolynec, Jean Stefanazzi and Ronald Lawson. Not all the Masque work however, is done on the stage. Members may earn points by selling tickets, working back- stage and advertising. The awards are a twenty point pin and then a forty point letter. Forty-eight LIBRARIANS Third Row. V. O'Neill. J Dunham. F Curtis. J Willey Second Row: D Crane. M. Roberts. Y. Edwards. P Bushey. Mrs. Small rir t Row: C. Reed. J. Wood. C. Berry. W. Douglass. B. Hood Mrs. Small supervises librarians, who volunteer their study hall period each day to assist in the library. Their job is to keep all books in order, keep all records of in-coming and out-going books, help students find books and cata- logue and check all books. Librarians must also contact students who do not re- turn overdue books. No one is issued a library card, but every pupil who attends the school is permitted to take books from the library whenever he desires. — Forty-nine — MIXED CHORUS Back Ro%r D Davis. F. Gerson. J. Bjorn. R Lapan. E. Stewart Fourth Rote D Warren. R Lunke . D Senter, B Laulman. F Strong. F. Curtis Third Row: B. Lapan. S. Reynolds. J. Witham. J. Cooper. S, LeBourvcau. C Stafford. R. Slosberg. G. Wolynec. J. Stefanazzi Second Rant: W Clark. J. Wood. R. Lawson. W. Adams. B. McLeod. E. Stillwell. B Thayer. L. Prescott, P Ryan. D. Comotll. Miss Newton Front Row: R. Sawyer. J. Prescott. P. Shepard. R. Cowles. C. Folsom. B. O'Neill. C. Plummer. C. Grappone. C. Aguirre. J. Gomez. P. Taylor. C. Howe This year the Mixed Chorus, the larg- est music group in high school, was selec- tive. Tryouts were conducted by Miss Newion, the director of the group. Out of the Seniors, Juniors and Sophmores eligible to try for the chorus, fifty members were chosen. The Mixed Chorus meets twice a week, and has presented several enjoyable con- certs, broadcasts, and assemblies. The largest concert was the joint concert with St. Johnsbury, held in Montpelier on Febru- ary 3, and in St. Johnsbury on February 4. Both were well attended. Another function of this group is to send approxi- mately six of its members to sing in the All State Chorus. The songs the chorus learned this year were of a varied nature. Some of the selections they sang this year include, “Ride the Chariot,” a Negro spirtual, “Great and Glorius”, a magnificent hymn, and “Mary Had a Little Lamb,” a humor- ous modern version of the well known nursery rhyme. — Fifty — GIRLS' GLEE CLUB Back Row: S. Reynolds, J. Doyle, N Rossi R. Slosbcrg. J. Stefanazzt. C. Pierce, G Wolynec. C- LaCount. E. Plumber. C. Folsom Third Row B. Briggs. P. Cobo. G. Emery, S. LeBourvoau. J. Cooper. E. Fletcher. J. Witham, W. Adams. C. Plummer. V. Curtis. B. Kearney. J. Hackett Second Row P. Ryan. L. Prescott. S. Grappone. B. McAllister. E. Stillwell. B McLeod. P. White. V. Burleson. B O'Neill. J Prescott, B. Hood. Miss Newton Front Row B Reagan. J. Norris. V_ Landry. B. Thayer. P. Shepard. B. La pan. W. Douglas. C. Grappone. C. Affulrre, K Ballou.C. Howe. J Gomez. D Coraolll The Girls’ Glee Club is a music group comprised of musically minded Sophomore, Junior, and Senior girls. Miss Doris Newton is the competent director of this enthusias- tic group. Through these girls practice for only two forty-five minute periods a week, they have given many creditable perform- ances this year. The songs sung by the Girls’ Glee Club this year ranged from quiet thoughtful numbers such as “A Blossom Falls” and “No Blade Can Flourish,” to the humorous modern selections like “I Must and Will Get Married” and “Charlottetown.” — Fifty-one - BOYS' CHORUS Back Row: R. Sawyer. R. Lunkes, R. Lapan. F. Strong Second Row J. Bjorn. D. Warren. D. Davi . R Coales. D. Senter. F. Curtis. F. Gerson. Miss Newton Front Row: E. Stewart. W. Clark. R. Lawson. B Laufraan The Boys’ Chorus has established itself as a permanent organization of Montpelier High School. Year after year the boys’ group has grown by leaps and bounds, until now the boys are being represented for the second time in the regular concert schedule and at the Music Festival for auditioning. Although this year’s membership is not as large as it has previously been, the group is more select. The repertoire ranges from humorous sea chanteys to quartets and work songs. It takes much hard work on each boy’s part and since there are not many members, they must work all the harder to reach their goal. We congratu- late this newer section of the choral groups for its excellent showing. 9 — Fifty-two ■— BAND Etnndtnft; R Lawton. P. Taylor. N McCoff. M. Johnson. C. Jerd. C. Thuren. S. England. F. Cross. J. Wilson. P. Grout. T. Conner B Bowman. M. Sherman. B McGrath. M Loveless. Mr. Mix Second Row J. Ltlrd. R. Slack. E. Warren. B. Carr. B. McLeod. J. Brusa. C. Holmes. V. Stewart. G. Holmes. J. Bjorn Front Row: D. Warren. R Bjorn. F. Greenberg. D Anderson. C- Stafford. C. TapUn. J. Anderson. R. Peterson. J. Canas. D Bernardlnl. L. Pratt Under the leadership of Mr. Clifton Mix, a local music teacher, students from the Montpelier schools have an opportunity to play together in the band. The greatest number of members who play in the band are M. H. S. students, although younger boys and girls attending Union School have an early chance to start their musical career. The spring concert, the most important event of the year, requires many days of long, tedious work to perfect it. The band also provides entertainment once or twice a year at the assemblies for the high school and graded school. The six major- ettes, led by Betty Bowman, are a popular section of the band and this year the majorettes, as well as the band, were able to show off their high stepping enthusiasm in the Harvest Festival Parade. The band, bedecked in new uniforms, participated in the Music Festival in Burlington. The Spring Concert was the best this year that it had ever been in a long time. The band was better divided into parts, making their tone clearer. The novelty number this year was “Dangerous Dan McGrew” read by Ronald Lawson. They also played several popular songs, as well as marches. — Fifty-three — FOOTBALL Dock Row: R Bali. R Willey fourth Ron- Mr Coanr. R Wheeler. W Laufman. R. McGrath. F. Greenberg. W Harvey. J Story. D Miller H Callaway. K Nelson. G. Landry. R. Smith. Mr Harvey Ihkrd Row: N Barrows. R. Pierce. S. FI UPk trick. J. Wilson. C. Jerd. W Davis. C Straw. M McDermott. C Collina P. Chapman. J. Goller. R Banks Second Row G. Smitn. D Maunaell. W. Ward. R. Lvmphere. E Marteli. J. Corakle. C. McAllister R. Gale. O. Eastman. F. Gerson. R. Cowles. J Brusa front Row: L. Hayford. R Follett. E Stewart. T Conner. D. Anderson. J Bjorn D Butler. L. Colettl. D. Bernar- dint. L. Pratt. B Magne. E. Hamilton. P Pnulng Montpelier 8 Hartford 6 St. Johnsbury 26 Montpelier 14 Newport 19 Montpelier 13 Montpelier 21 St. Albans 0 Montpelier 13 Burlington 7 Montpelier 12 Spaulding 12 Montpelier 13 Lyndon Inst. 0 4 wins, 2 losses, 1 tie. Varsity Once again we faced another action- packed season of gridiron football under the sparkling leadership of Captain Ted Conner and urged on by the guiding hand of Coach Leon Harvey. The backfield was headed by Captain Conner as fullback. This position has been held by him for several years. Halfback positions were held by “Bumpy” Larry Pratt and “Monty” McDermott, last year’s — Fifty-four — Jayvee fullback. Bill Ward, Junior and a letterman from last year, called signals at quarterback. End positions were held by “Big” Jonny Bjorn, Freddy Gerson and Doug Bernardini; because of a foot injury sustained by Fred, Doug held the position most of the season. Leo Coletti, DicI: Cowles and Bob Magne backed up the line, but because of an injury early in the season Dick was also unable to play. Ed Stewart and Andy Anderson filled the guard spots. They both showed considerable experience. Bob Lamphere, up from Jayvees, stood center for the “Almighty Solons.” Two of the substitutes who saw a considerable amount of action were Edmund Martell and Roger Follett. This lineup has certainly proven to us that it has the “Stuff” by winning four games, tieing Spauding, and losing only two. The team deserves a lot of praise and we hope that next year Montpelier High School will have just as successful a season. Junior Varsity This year the J. V. Football Team, under the able direction of Mr. Coane, won one game and lost one. The first game of the season was played at St. Albans and was lost by a score of 33 to 7. The second game was a home game with Hardwick. The Junior Solons won 26 to 21 in a very close contest. There should be many good prospects for the varsity team next year from the J. V. squad. This year’s team consisted of twenty-five players. They are as follows: Linemen—J. Goller, Richard Pierce, K. Nelson, W. Laufman, W. Harvey, R. Ball, C. Straw, R. McGrath, F. Turner, P. Chap- man, R. Ryan, G. Alexander, W. Davis, C. Collins, R. Deforge; Backfield—E. Smith, R. Wheeler, F. Greenberg, J. Lupien, J. Storey, J. Wilson, Robbe Pierce, D. Miller, S. FitzPatrick, V. Robinson. The Athletic Association The Athletic Association met for the first time this year on December 9. The officers elected were Larry Pratt—Presi- dent, Ralph Barrows —Vice-President, Polly WThite—Secretary, Edward Stewart and Fred Strong—Co-Treasurers. A com- mittee drew up a constitution. Since one of the biggest problems is the lack of funds, the association members sold M. H. S. decal transfers to the student body this year. The Athletic Association works closely with Coach Harvey and Mr. Chastney to make important decisions relating to sports at M. H. S. Besides Mr. Chastney and Coache Harvey, the Co-Treasurers deserve a great deal of credit for good managing in this exceptionally large financial under- taking. The treasurers supervise the sale of tickets for all sports events and purchase equipment for football, basketball and baseball. Letters and charms are also bought and distributed through the Athlet- ic Association. — Fifty-five — BASKETBALL Back Row D Butter. D Rowan. R. Gale R Barrow . C. Hertey. W Ward. J. Lupten. Mr Harvey Front Row: J. Canas. D Bemardinl. J. Bjorn, L Hayford, R. Magne T, Conner. L. Pratt For Against Northfield at Montpelier 38 39 Randolph at Randolph 43 19 Waterbury at Waterbury 54 42 Northfield at Northfield 34 39 Randolph at Montpelier 50 17 Winooski at Winooski 33 38 Middlebury at Middlebury 44 36 Cathedral at Montpelier 43 27 Burlington at Burlington 34 39 B. F. A. at Montpelier 50 24 Spaulding at Barre 37 44 Winooski at Montpelier 43 26 Middlebury at Montpelier 45 29 Cathedral at Burlington 30 38 B. F. A. at St. Albans 55 47 Burlington at Montpelier 34 32 Spaulding at Barre 40 47 10 wins, 7 loses. — Fifty-six — CHEERLEADERS Burk Rate: L. Hatch Third Row: S. LeBourveau. S. Reynolds Second Row: P. Shepard. C. Berry Front Row: E. Alvarez. J. Willey The pep, vitality, and noise at the foot- ball and basketball games this year, were supplied by our M. H. S. cheerleaders under the leadership of Lorraine Hatch, the cap- tain. Lorraine and Peggy Shepard are the two veteran cheerleaders, with newcomers Sandy Reynolds, Jane Willey, Evelyn Al- varez, Suzanne Le Bouvreau, and Cynthia Berry. These gals in the green and white rate a cheer from us, for working at the games, supporting their team, and inspiring school spirit. Keep up the good work! To earn money for new uniforms, the cheerleaders initiated “Tag Day”, when they sold tags with M. H. S. on them to the students and faculty. The girls also sold popcorn, cokes, and candy bars at the football games. — Fifty-seven — G. A. A. Bark Row C. Stafford. J Nlchol . C. Stewart. R. Rowell. J. sieUnaul. R Slocbtrg. C. Pierce. G. Wolyncc R. Domes. L. Cleveland. M. Atherton. B Fonts. C. Baldwin. C. Bishop. L. Steele Fourth Row W. Adams. K. Crawford. L. Hatch. S. Reynolds. B. Kearney. J. Hacitett. J. Cooper. B. Thayer. M. Johnson. B McGlbney. V. Curtis. J. McManls. E. Story. P. White. M. Loveless Third Row: C. Pedroio. B. Bergstrom. M. Wilson. J LaVanway C. Berry. E Alvarez. E. Fletcher. B Bowman. R. Peterson. J. Richardson. J. Mackenzie. C Aguirre. E. Harvey, B. Crowell. P. Grout Second Rote: B Richardson J. Dolloway. J, Farnham. M. Pedruzo. W Douglass B Briggs. S. Grappme. M.ss Holmstrom. C. Reed. V. Landry. J. Gomez. N. McGoff. B. McAllister, J. Merrill. J. Leonard. B. Kennedy Front Row: L. Poirier. J. Graham. C. Barney. J Willey. E. Warren. J. Anderson. B Hayward J Carter. E Stillwell. B McLeod. K Ballou. C. Howe. P. Cobo. P Eldred, D Comolll The purpose of the Girls Athletic As- sociation is to promote athletics and good sportsmanship. This purpose has certainly been accomplished this year, for during the year the G. A. A. held several meets with the Barre G. A. A. which were entirely new features of the Montpelier organiza- tion. During the year meetings are held be- fore each new sport and these are presided over by Janice Carter, this year’s president. Under the supervision of Miss Holmstrom, the executive board plans activities for the club. These are discussed in the general meetings. The executive board is made up of the following people: President—Janice Carter, Vice-President —Elizabeth Hayward, Secretary—Betty McLeod, and Treasurer—Jane Anderson. The social events of the year were a Sport Night for couples, two Sport Days with the Barre G. A. A., and the annual spring get-together. Awards are given at the end of the year to those who have earned them. For every hour a girl participates in a sport, she re- ceives a point. Some of the sports in which you may collect points are tennis, volley- ball, basketball, softball, badminton, skiing, skating and bowling. The awards given are as follows: 50 points—a small shield. 100 points—a large shield. 200 points—a letter. 300 points—a pin. Fifty-eight — SKI CLUB Hark Ho it R. Hein man. L Hibbard. E Martel). R Magne. E. Hamilton. F Geram. P Denison Second Rote: B Bottomley. R. Hood. C Straw, G Alexander. R Barrows. J Lxmphere. P Chapman N Barrows. Mr Wright Front Row: J Dolloway. L. Hatch. J Anderson. D Anderson. C. Berry. B Hayward. J Hackett. B Briggs This year the Ski Club held its first meeting early in December in preparation of early winter snow falls, but due to wea- ther conditions not much actual skiing was done until February. Mr. Wright again successfully guided the ski club. The club earned money this year to send the Ski Team to the Northern Ver- mont Ski Meet by selling pen and pencil sets. They did a good job at this. Several boys participated in the Ski Meet. They were: John Corskie, Paul Denison, Edward Hamilton, James Lamp- here and Vernon Turner. These boys did an excellent job in the meet but because several were unable to participate in the jumping, Montpelier did not have as good a record. Officers President David Anderson Secretary Cynthia Berry Treasurer Jane Anderson Captain of Ski Team Paul Denison — Fifty-nine — — Sixty — lZj e m r_ i_xz3 .. The debt we owe to thee” OF ADVERTISERS LIST A Friend All-American Diner American Fidelity Company Angelo’s Restaurant Arthurs Chevrolet Bailey, E. W. Co. Bailey’s Dept. Store Barre Times Beauty Bar Berry Jones Betty Jackson's Blakely's Pharmacy Bolio Watch Repair Boucher’s Brindisi’s Tailor Shop Brown’s Dry Cleaning Brown Insurance Agency Burns Lang, Inc. Burns Electric B W Food Store Capital Bowling Alleys Capital City Gas Co. Capital Market Capitol Amusement Co. Capitol City Stationers Cheever Co. Children’s Store City Boot Shop Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Colburn’s Market Cross Bakery Denis Insurance Denison’s Desilets Granite Co., Inc. Donnelly’s Ice Cream Bar Dower's Specialty Shop Douglass Barber Shop Emslie, The Florist Farwell, A. D.f Co. First National Bank Freshman Class Girard’s Repair Shop Gleason’s Gift Shop Goodno’s Grocery Goodrich's Grant, V. W. Granite City Creamery Co-Op Gray’s Dept. Store Green Mountain Diner Green Mountain Mutual Ins. Co. Green Mountain Power Co. Harold’s Gulf Station Haskin’s Pharmacy Herberg Auto Service Howard Johnson’s Houston’s Studio Hubbard, H. A. Huntsman's Ideal Manufacturing Co. I. G. A. Imperial Restaurant Jerome’s Jewett’s Hardware Store Johnson, J. Leo Josten's Junior Class Lillie Fuel, Inc. Lincoln-Lillie Magne Studio Marden's Barber Shop McAuliffe's McLellan’s Messier’s Barber Shop Miss Montpelier Diner Mix Music Store Morin’s Barber Shop Montpelier Evening Argus Montpelier Freeze Locker Montpelier National Bank Montpelier Savings Bank Nate's National Life Insurance Co. Nelson, M. H. Peck Brothers Phillips Lucas Prescott's 5 10 Radio Hospital Rexall Drug Store Rogers-Smith Co. Roma Garden Sault’s Service Station Sinclair Instrument Shop Sophomore Class Style Shop Somers, F. I. Taylor's Appliance Store Tri-Electric Co. Tuttle’s Union Mutual Fire Ins. Co. Victory Room Vogue Shop Vermont Mutual Fire Ins. Co. Ward’s Wayside WSKI Faculty Superlatives Peppiest Most Athletic Shortest Tallest Most Optimistic Wittiest Quietist Busiest Best Joker Beet Voice Best Smile Most Easy Goiny Most Talented Friendliest Mr. McDonald Mr. Coane Miss Snyder Mr. Towle Mrs. Chaffee Mr. Aiken Miss Kettelle Mrs. Brown Mr. Coane Mrs. McLeod Mrs. Small Mr. Myrick Mr. Wright Mr. Shipp — Sixty-two — FINE CLASS RINGS ANNOUNCEMENTS AWARDS J OSTEN’ S Since 18V7 Representative: Dick Sheridan Box 712 Manchester, New Hampshire Compliments of J CHRYSLER LEO JOHNSON of Montpelier CORP. PLYMOUTH Out Of The Pages Of Literature Try and Stop Me—from going to Parker's Up Front senior seat in assembly The Moneyman—treasurer of Athletic Associa- tion So Little Time—to do my homework All Night Long—the Junior Prom Days and Nights—I do my homework The Exile—mother saw the bad marks on my report cards The Green Years—being underclassmen Combined Operations--doing homework together The Egg and I—zeros! ! The Comedy of Errors—physics class The Charge of the Light Brigade—M. H. S.'s football line Old Ironsides our “Trusty” furnace They Burned the Books—don’t we wish Kidnapped—into leading Assembly Parts Unknown—chem. lab. Victory—that’s our cry Anything Can Happen—and does at M. H. S. The Spy—reporter for SOLONSCOPE Paradise Regained—getting that A back A Lament—that test was too hard The Light of Other Days—when I knew' some- thing Tears, Idle Tears—I didn’t get on the honor roll Crossing the Bar—passing Much Ado about Nothing—griping about home- work As You Like It—all A’s The Rivals—M. H. S. and Spaulding The Battle of the Books—M. H. S.’s motto Mutiny on the Bounty—class dues are raised Patterns—seven periods a day, five days a week It’s Never Too Late To Mend—say the teachers Divine Comedy—freshmen Patience—translating Latin Strife—math problems Escape—assembly Fortitude—listening to a dull speaker Animal Farm—biology lab. Count the Ways—to pass a test — Sixty-three — Compliments of Granite City Cooperative Creamery Association. Inc. Makers of REAL ICE CREAM DAIRY AND MAPLE PRODUCTS WON’T WE MISS Bob Magne as Miss Jantzcn? Dean Davis borrowing a pencil? Janet Witham taking the lead in an operetta? Lorraine Hatch’s walk? June Prescott decorating everything? Bruce MacAlister’s sarcastic remarks? Ned Hamilton fooling around in S. H.? John Bjorn with his height on a basketball court? Jose Canas’ sparkling feet? Charlotte LaCount’s numerous jokes? “Bucko” Cowles recruiting members for the Chorus? Bob Sawyer at the piano? Larry Pratt and his trumpet? Fred Gerson all dressed up? Doug Bernardini’s wavy hair? Ed Stewart and his bass? Paul Poulas as water boy? Marilyn Loveless’ red hair? Dot Steele and her poise? John Ormsby asking you if you would like a ride? Joyce Nichols with her soft voice? Robert Lunkes and Richard Swasey helping Mr. Chastney? June Merrill and Janice Carter in G. A. A.? Nat Greenberg rushing around? Mary Sherman and Elsie Story’s twirling? Raylene Clark and her nose? Guard Leo Colletti? John Willey being available or late? Ralph Barrows blushing? Marlene Wilson on any committee? Ella Lou Ayers and her beaux? Pinky Denison and David Anderson in a ski meet? Mario Bianchi, so smart? Betty White’s neat typing? Henry Reed’s “hello”? Compliments Compliments of of A FRIEND JEROME’S CLOTHING STORE — Sixty-four — Compliments of ■Howard Johnson Ice Cream Shoppes and Restaurants Barre—Montpelier Road Open 7 AM to 1 AM Montpelier 2046 SPECIAL PRICES FOR BANQUETS AND PARTIES Howard Johnson’s Delicious Ice Cream, Candies and Pastries M. H. S.’s DREAM BOY with betty jackson Hair like Doug Bernardini Eyes like Ned Hamilton Teeth like Bob Magne A smile like Larry Pratt Sweaters like “Dizzy” Davis Brains like Mario Bianchi Dancing ability like Jose Canas Politeness like Fred Gerson A voice like “Bucko” Cowles Sports ability like Ted Conner A personality like John Bjorn Muscles like Leo Coletti Ties like Ted Conner 80 State Montpelier, Vermont GOOD LUCK from the makers of iBAILEY’S IMS ■TrSTfD FEED E. W. BAILEY CO. Montpelier, Vermont — Si xty-five — Success To All You Good Montpelier High Graduates! THE BARRE DAILY TIMES M. H. S.’s DREAM GIRL with Hair like Barbara O’Neill Eyes like Dot Steele Teeth like Fay Dunham A smile like Wilma Adams A wardrobe like Marlene Wilson Brains like Nat Greenberg Dancing ability like June Prescott Quietness like Pat Jensen A voice like Janet Witham Sports ability like June Merrill A nose like Raylene Clark GIRARD’S REPAIR SHOP Upholstery Refinishing REAR FIRE STATION Tel. 967 Compliments of CAPITOL ALLEYS OPEN 12 to 12 Tel. 1755 R. M. CODY CLOTHES Like An EDUCATION Both Serve You Well ■ A. D. FARWELL CO. THE STORE THAT CLOTHES YOU RIGHT — Sixty-six — . SA l aniLcil o ti lives BANK AND TRUST COW PAN Y MEMBER federal deposit insurance corporation MONTPELIER, VERMONT EX LIBRIS “Scorn not the Sonnet” Yeah, but try and write one. ‘‘When I Have Crossed the Bar” Passing finals. “All’s Right with the World” I got an A. “The World Is Growing Green” Goodie, baseball season. “Into the Valley of Death Rode the Six Hundred” Weak football team. “Fools Rush In” Doors at basketball game are opened. “Lest We Forget” Report Cards. “Truth Is Stranger than Fiction” So teachers find out. “All’s Well, That Ends Well” Graduation 44 Act Well Your Part” Instructions to play cast. “Tis Education that Forms the Common Mind” Who wants to be common? Best Wishes Compliments of W ayside G. ROY FISH, Prop. BARRE—MONTPELIER ROAD TRI ELECTRIC CO. HOTPOINT SALES AND SERVICE RADIO REPAIR Tel. 836 50 MAIN STREET MONTPELIER “AS USUAI____THE UNUSUAL” from DOWER’S SPECIALTY SHOP LILLIE FUELS, INC 25 State Street Montpelier, Vt. — Sixty-seven — Victory Room compliments Lobster... The Way You Like It! FOR RESERVATIONS CALL 1222 MISS MONTPELIER DINER Montpelier, Vermont TIME ERASES MANY MEMORIES But photographs remain unchanged throughout the years. HOUSTON STUDIO and CAMERA SHOP G. A. FOSTER Tel. 502 — Portraits of Distinction — Compliments When Dining Out of In Montpelier CAPITOL AMUSEMENT CO. It’s The Juke Boxes All American Diner Severino Caslani, Prop. Sixty-eight — COMPLIMENTS OF FRESHMAN CLASS Compliments • MIX MUSIC STORE of GREEN MOUNTAIN DINER 75 Main Street Telephone 238 721 Main Street ■ Montpelier, Vermont Congratulations and Best Wishes for A Bright Future TAYLOR APPLIANCE STORE 107 Main Street — Phone 224 Montpelier, Vermont Freezers Automatic Washers Ranges I r oners Refrigerators FRIGIDAIRE Dryers Water Heaters Sinks Water Coolers Cabinets Complete Kitchen Planning Air Conditioning — Commercial Refrigerators Sixty-nine — DENISON, Inc. 80 State Street — Montpelier, Vermont Hardware Housewares Glass Roofing Picture Framing Sporting Goods Compliments of SOPHOMORE CLASS BROWN DRY CLEANING CO. HAROLD’S GULF SERVICE ■ 92 State Street Montpelier, Vermont 107 State Street Montpelier, Vermont — Seventy — COMPLIMENTS OF JUNIOR CLASS Compliments of McLELLAN’S ARTHURS CHEVROLET, INC. CORNER MAIN AND BARRE Montpelier, Vermont R. H. HINES, Mgr. ■ The Compliments Brown Insurance Agency, Inc. of INSURANCE AND REAL ESTATE 73 Main Street Phone 109 CAPITOL CITY STATIONERS Montpelier, Vermont formerl y Richmond Office Equipment, Inc. Compliments of J. O. Goodrich Furniture MORIN’S BARBER SHOP Floor Coverings — Wallpaper 104 Main Street Lamps and Luggage Ernest Morin. Prop. GIFT SHOP 46-50 State Street FABRICS GLASS PAINTS WALLPAPER Compliments IDEAL MFC. COMPANY of 15 East State St. Montpelier, Vt. DENIS INSURANCE AGENCY Tel. 989 Floor Sanders and Pollishers For Rent 84 State Street BEST WISHES from RADIO HOSPITAL RADIOS — RECORDS Gleason’s Gift Shop Louise R. Gleason 80 State Street ■ THE ORIGINAL Colburn’s IFdMM' Montpelier’s Pioneer Products of HAMS — BACON — SAUSAGE SPORTSWEAR SOLD EXCLUSIVELY AT Corner of Elm and School Streets Phone 68 NATE’S, INC. Vermonts Largest Men's Clothiers — Seventy-two — Compliments of Vermont Mutual Fire Ins. Co. ESTABLISHED 1828 Compliments Compliments of of PRESCOTT 5 6? 10 V. W. Grant Jewelers Waterbury, Vermont 2 State Street ROGERS —SMITH CO., INC. The Sportsman's Store ATHLETIC — MARINE — FISHING — HUNTING EQUIPMENT For Every Recreational Activity — Seventy-three — THE CONVENIENT BANK 2% on Savings Let us help you with your Banking problems Montpelier Savings Bank and Trust Co. THE OLD BANK ON THE CORNER Member Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation DONNELLY’S ICE CREAM BAR John Donnelly, Prof� . Compliments of Douglass Barber Shop Haircuts — Shampoos Five Barbers 6 State Street Corker Coal Co., Inc. Coal Oil Coke Tel. 201 3 Barre Street Diamonds — Watches — Jewelry — Silverware — GIFTS THAT LAST Watch, Clock, Jewelry Repairing Skillfully Done Keys made for all Types and Makes of Locks — Reasonable Prices — Louis E. Boucher 79 Main Street Montpelier, Vermont The Little Jewelry Store At The Traffic Light Compliments from The Desilets Granite Co., Inc. — Seventy-four —• First in News First in Sports Marden’s Barber WS K I and 1240 on your dial Beauty Shop When It Comes To Food, It’s The ROMA GARDEN Specializing in Italian Foods Barre Street Montpelier Compliments of your GENERAL ELECTRIC DEALER Burns Electric A. M. Greaves, owner 23-25 Langdon Street Tel. 771 Mrs. M. Goodno Grocer 7 Berlin Street = — Seventy-five — AMERICAN FIDELITY CO Montpelier, Vermont 50th Anniversary 1900 — 1950 One of America’s Oldest Casualty Companies HUNTSMAN’S WALLPAPERS ™baut York White Rose Du Pont Paints Sundries Corner Langdon and Elm Street Phone 236 Cheever Co. Florists Corsages — Floral Gifts Compliments Compliments of of Sault’s Service Station Capitol Market ■ ■ — Seventy-six — City Boot Shop Nationally Known Quality Footwear State Street Montpelier Compliments of Imperial Restaurant 56 State Street Montpelier, Vermont Compliments of The First National Bank Montpelier, Vermont Established 1865 Member of Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Compliments of Compliments Nelson’s Appliance 35 Elm Street of Haskin’s Pharmacy 28 State Street — Seventy-seven — Read the — Montpelier Evening Argus “Vermont’s Capital City Newspaper” For news of high school events and sports events. Montpelier Cooperative Freeze Lockers, Inc. Frozen Food Lockers Barre St. and Fine Foods Tel. 388 Montpelier JEWETTS HARDWARE HEAVY HARDWARE PAINTS. VARNISHES 28 East State Street — Montpelier Bailey’s THE FAMILY STORE ANGELO'S RESTAURANT 83 Main Street Angelo Canatselos and Thomas G. Kitson Prop� . — Seventy-eight - WELCOME There is a big one waiting for you in this bank. Montpelier National Bank Member Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Compliments of MESSIER’S BARBER SHOP T uttles Henry Messier, Prop. 70 Main Street Cosmetics Candies Green Mountain Mutual Fire Insurance Company Montpelier, Vermont FIRE — WIND — AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE CRADLE TO COLLEGE --- Compliments ----FASHIONS THAT FIT Children’s Store Corner East State and Main Street of “WES” AYER — I. G. A. STORE 100 Main Street — Seventy-nine — Gray’s Department Store 75-77 Main Street Montpelier, Vermont Compliments BEST WISHES of from Sinclair's Instrument Repair Lincoln — Lillie Shop ■ STATIONERS — BOOKSELLERS BETSY ROSS Compliments ■ of The Old Fashioned Bread With The All Grain B W Food Store Flavor 68 Main Street Try A Loaf Today! We Serve Nancy Lee Ice Cream ■ Union Mutual Fire Insurance Co. Fire and Automobile Insurance — Eighty — National Life congratulates the class of 50 on their graduation from Montpelier High School. We wish you all every success and happiness in the years ahead. Compliments of Louis Brindisi’s Tailor Shop 12 State Street — Second Floor SUNDIAL SHOE STORE Shoes For All The Family 106 Main Street The Phillips Lucas Store Philip L. Brault, Prop. — JEWLERS — SHEAFFER FOUNTAIN PENS AND PENCILS Montpelier, Vermont Compliments of VOGUE SHOP Montpelier — Eighty-one — PRESCRIPTIONS A SPECIALTY Only Registered Pharmacists at THE REXALL DRUG STORE The Style Shop FRED E. EVERET, Pharmacist 18 State Street 19 State Street Montpelier Vt. CAPITAL CITY GAS CO. 8 Lanario� St. 'Ifau'U4ea. tlte. GREATEST U cM T! GREATEST FOR YOU . with its sparkling beauty, its 48 cooking features, and its reasonable low price. PECK BROTHERS CO. BURNS LANG, Inc. 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