Montpelier High School - Record Yearbook (Montpelier, VT)

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“Beasty” I Marilyn A. Mix GAA (1, 2, 3, 4), 50 Point Award (1); Class Secretary (1); Freshman Chorus (1), Girls' Glee Club (2, 3, 4). Mixed Chorus (3, 4), All-State Chorus (4); Pro Merito (4); Silver M” (3); Solonscope (1, 2. 3, 4); Record Board (2, 3, 4); Chairman Junior Prom Decorations Commit- tee (3) Bing, pop, sparkle! Marilyn’s around. Whether she’s cheerleading or “just around,” her personality is always evi- dent. The more serious side of her nature displays itself in her liking for mechanical drawing and in playing a mean piano. A sports enthusiast, “Beasty” swims, skis, and spectates. Pretty eyes, a varied wardrobe, and that frequent “No kidding!” are all part of the picture, too. Elliot A. Morse Friendly, quiet, and always ready with a smile—that’s our boy, Elliot. His hobbies include—you’d never guess!— woodworking and tinkering on cars and motorcycles. Elliot plans to be a “Farmer Brown” after he graduates in June, but just for the summer. In spite of the fact that this fellow would like to spend his winters in Florida, Alaska holds a certain fascination for him. That middle initial, however, stands for Aiken, so perhaps Washington, D.C., is where we’ll be hearing from him. Kent C. Morse Pro-Merito (3) Otherwise known as Will Rogers II, this hippy lad’s greatest ambition is to learn to fly—airplane:, of course! For the present, he is often seen in a black and white Ford crammed full of BOYS. Because he’s so pleasantly argumen- tative, we think he would have been an asset to the Debating Team; but they found out about him too late. On our blue prints of the future we see Kent in the Air Force as an avia- tion cadet. From then on in, he’ll be flying high. Barbara G. Muzzy “Barb” Style Show (2) Feeling sad, depressed, neurotic? Then listen to Barb play an Irish jig on her accordion and your worries will melt away. Besides being an accomplished musician, she manages to find time to sew, dance, type, and have fun. Barb is never without a touch of gaiety, and her lively interest in people has won her many friends. It appears she has an equally lively interest in an alumnus of ’55. Even though averse to letterwriting, she always manages to keep the post office busy.

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Richard M. Maxhain “Dick Projectionist (1, 2, 3) Dick is one of the few radio hams in MHS who has his amateur’s license. Although he’d never tell you, he is one of the more talented ’56ers. Dick is a virtuoso on the accor- dion, a whiz in electronics—and, girls, he raises mink coats! He’s full of surprises—for example, we never know which car he’ll be late to school in. Affable and ambitious, Dick is one whose career we’ll watch with interest and curiosity. Peter C. McGibney Football J. V. (1, 2), Varsity (2, 3, 4), Letter (2); Basketball J. V. (1, 2), Varsity (2, 3, 4), Letter (2), Captain (3); Class President (1); Pro-Merito (3); Office Staff (3); Silver “M” (3); Student Council (2, 3, 4), Vice-President (3), President (4); Boys State (3) Pete, voted the best-looking and most popular boy, al- ways has everything under control. As president of student council, he has sparked many of the council’s projects pro- moting school activities as well as school spirit. Pete is re- cognized as one of Vermont’s best football and basketball players—two sports in which his calmness and good sports- manship have paid off. We’ll always remember his subtle humor, tact, and sin- cere friendliness. And we’ll never forget those jazzy shirts. “Mouse” Football J.V. (1, 2), Varsity (2. 3. 4), Letter (2); Basketball J.V. (1, 2), Varsity (2, 3, 4), Letter (2); Baseball Varsity (1, 2. 3. 4), Letter (1); Athletic Association Chairman (3); Student Council (3. 4) Mouse is the sportscaster’s pronunciation Waterloo, but when we hear “Maleetees is in there!” we know the scores are being rolled up. Steve is the sharpy who preferred to spend his senior year with his “buddies” although his family moved away. Could his middle initial stand for the circles he runs around his opponents in sports? A hard worker with a lot of spirit, Steve has been an active member of the Student Council and served as chair- man of the Athletic Association. Cynthia Merrill “Cynie Masque (2. 3, 4); Record Board (2, 3, 4); Solonscope (2, 3, 4); Fresh- man Chorus (1), Girls’ Glee Club (2, 3, 4), Mixed Chorus (2, 3, 4); GAA (1. 2. 3 4); Ski Club (2); Silver ‘M (4); Pro-Merito (4) Cynthia is the gal who loves parties and good times. Whenever someone tells a good joke we like to watch Cynie laugh so that we can kid her about her cute dimples. But all kidding aside, Cynie really can be serious when the occasion calls for dignity. We’re sure that her nurse’s training will include a few handsome young interns.

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W. Neill One of our less vociferous seniors, Ralph is, neverthe- less, a very friendly chap. Need some help with that mean ol’ slide rule? How about that eighth physics problem? Here’s your amicable answer man! Ralph’s cordial and sin- cere manner and his thoughtful philosophy mark him as a worthwhile friend. The best of luck and success to you, Ralph! David P. Norton “Dave Football J.V. (1) Freshman Chorus (1), Boys’ Chorus (1. 2), Mixed Chorus (1, 2), All-State Chorus (2); Band (1) What Tarzan is to the jungle, Dave is to the swimming pool. He’s our super swimmer and diver and probably the envy of every fish. When Jack Frost comes a-knocking, Dave trades his water fins for a gun and still later on for skates and skis. Obliging and congenial, Dave is everybody’s pal. Joyce H. Norton Class Secretary (3); Band (1, 2, 3); Style Show (2) Joyce is the girl who loves dancing and “dis-loves” homework. Her naturally wavy hair and well-stocked ward- robe are the envy of many girls and the admiration of many fellows. Until this year when her subject interfered, she twirled a baton in the majorette corps. Usually seen and heard with Lorraine, she certainly is loads of fun to know. Jane O. Page Librarian (3, 4); Girls’ Glee Club (2, 3); Masque (1, 2, 3, 4), Pin (3). “Dear Ruth’’ (4), “Little Dog Laughed” (3). “The Wizard of Oz” (2); Pro-Merito (4); Office Staff (3. 4); Silver “M“ (4); Record Board (2, 3, 4), Editor (4) To blend loquacity with dignity is a unique achieve- ment which Jane has accomplished neatly and nicely. Rather versatile, Jane has maintained a high academic standing and still has not allowed extra-curricular activities to pass her by. Jane’s stagefever has drawn her deeply into Masque work—both as an actress and as a director. How we envy her pretty eyes and good-looking clothes. Diligent, conscien- tious, and friendly, Jane has added much to the spirit of ’56.