Montpelier High School - Record Yearbook (Montpelier, VT)

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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 —

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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.