Newington High School - Sequin Yearbook (Newington, CT)

Text from Pages 1 - 96 of the 1950 volume:

% , , ', v • . “ . ' � - ■. Cut - . - „ , • . _______________- - - - - - -___________________________________________________________________________________ The 1950 NEWINGTON HIGH SCHOOL Newington, Connecticut VV E, THE CLASS OF 1950. DEDICATE THIS EDITION OF THE SEQUIN TO MISS ELIZABETH M. GLASS. WHO HAS GUIDED US AND I : N CO U RAG E D U S WIT H E NTH U SI A S M THROUGHOUT OUR HIGH SCHOOL DAYS. Sitting, left to right—E. Stamm. B. Blinn. R. Mac hoi, I). Eddy. A. Rowland. J. Hamilton. R. Hall. A. Ses-paniak, B. L. Johnson, C. Bausola. L. Gallicchio, A. Athearn. Second row—Miss Kelly, adviser; R. Smith. C. Hhlert. L. Blinn. D. LaClair. M. Galbraith. C Kornak. J. Sills, B. Westermeyer. K. Bates. 1 . Flaherty. K. Doolittle. Third rmv -E. Parker, A. Mahan, M. Hollis, J. Keane, G. Rudek, L. Hall. I). Olisky, J. Rcckcrt. SEQUIN STAFF Hditor-in-Chief...................... June Hamilton Assistant Editor......................... Betty-Lou Johnson Business Manager Dorothy Eddy Assistant Business Manager.......................Russell Machol Sports Editors.................... Alan Rowland, Alice Sespaniak Art Editor Richard Hall C hief Typist....................................Beverly Blinn The 1950 Sequin 5 SUPERINTENDENT Greetings to tiie Class of 1950: We sincerely hope that the past few years have been productive years for you. We know that opportunity has been given to you to attain the ideals, the aspirations, and the knowledge that will aid you in the years ahead. The problems of war, of race relationships, and many others still exist. Your generation must participate in the struggle to overcome these problems. In your generation democracy will strengthen itself, or it will wither in the face of totalitarian attack and lack of support from those who enjoy its benefits. Freedom lias been the bulwark of our nation. I le who would preserve our freedom must value liberty above security. The tasks that lie before you are tremendous. They will challenge you, and I hope that this challenge may produce greatness. This is your challenge. May you accept it with zest and may you ultimately enjoy the satisfaction that can come from a job that is well done. CLl PRINCIPAL Each one of you is now the possessor of a high school diploma. What will that diploma mean to you ? Will it he merely a scrap of paper which in the future may serve only to recall fond memories, or will you use it as the nucleus around which to build a more worthwhile life? New fields lie ahead of you; doors, formerly closed, will swing open, simply because you now possess the coveted diploma. Your ability to progress step by step, as you climb the hill of life, will depend upon your success in passing the various tests to which you will he subjected—not formal tests, perhaps, hut those which will show your ability to work, to think and act wisely, to be tolerant, to he firm and constant in your ideals, to seek self-improvement, and to set an example for others to follow. If you meet and pass these tests, you will find that your diploma and the things for which it stands are most certainly of lasting value. CS- SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS JAMKS KEANE By different method, different men excel: but there is he who can do all things well.” Jim . . . very popular . . . has the ability to see the humorous side of situations . . . not afraid of the serious. Sequin 4; Glee Club 3, 4; Dramatic Club 3. 4; Class President 4. RUSSELL MACHOL “Toil, says the proverb, is the sign of fame.” Russ . . . our Vice-President . . . top man in the A. V. E. S. . . . ambitious ... a hard worker . . . friendly . . . likes a good joke ... a familiar figure at the Pike Drive-In. Class Vice-President 4; Honor Society. President 4; A. V. E. S. 2. 3. President 4: Glee Club 3; Typing Club 2; Photography Club 3, 4. Treasurer 3; Sequin Assistant Business Manager, 4; Chemistry Club 3; Auditorium Program Committee. Chairman 4. BETTY-LOl MARIE JOHNSON “In virtues, nothing could surpass her” Betty . . . quiet and reserved . . . but a lot of fun when you know her . . . likes dancing and all kinds of music . . . neat as can be . . . liked by everyone. Class Secretary 4; Class Vice-President 3; Secretary-Treasurer. Honor Society 4; Assistant Editor Sequin 4; Scribe Publication 4; Student Council 2. 4; Handicraft Club 3. 4; (ilee Club 2. 3. 4; Mixed Chorus 2. 3. BEVERLY BUNN “She greets you with a smile” Bev . . . loves to dance . . . enjoys sports . . . always ready to help . . . a most efficient leader . . . known for her last-minute deposit slips. Handicraft Club 3. 4; Sequin 4; Class Treasurer 4; Glee Club 2. 3; Scribe Publication 2, 3; Swing Club. Treasurer 3; Student Council 3. President 4; Social Chairman 3: Mixed Chorus 2. 3. y The 1950 Sequin o SENIORS JOSEPH ALFANO “Time and tide wait for no man” Joe . . . the fellow with the familiar stroll . . . interested mainly in sports ... a friend to all. Photography 3, 4; Student Council 3; Chemistry Club 3; Baseball 2, 3, 4; Basketball 2; Soccer 2, 3. 4. STEVE ARRE “A winning smile, a sportsman’s heart Ask Steve, he’ll do his part.” Steve . . . known for his sparkling smile and curly hair ... a good dancer . . . likes sports, especially basketball and baseball. Basketball 2. 3; Baseball 2. 3. EUNICE BATES “What is more blissful than cares set at rest” Eun . . . small . . . friendly . . . sure to be a success in her chosen field. Scribe Publication 3, 4; Sequin 4; Girls’ Glee Club 2. 3. 4; Handicraft Club 3. 4: Mixed Chorus 2. 3. 4. CLAIRE BAUSOLA “Not quiet, not loud. Not short, not tall. But a pleasant mingling of them all.” Claire ... a good sport . . . active in many school activities . . . enthusiastic cheerleader . . . always nice to be with . . . willing to help the class. Girls’ Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Mixed Chorus 2, 3. 4 ; Student Council 3; Scribe Publication 2. 3, 4; Cheerleader 4; Auditorium Program Committee 4: Sequin 4; Handicraft Club 3. 10 The 1950 Sequin SENIORS LORRAINE BLINN Little by little does the trick” Rainy ... a good sport . . . patient as the day is long . . . loves dancing . . . collects miniature pictures . . . the best company you can find. Glee Club 2. 3; Handicraft Club 3, 4; Scribe Publication 3. 4; Typing Club 2. ROBERT WILKIE BURNS Hard work pays dividends” Bob . . . left school to join the Marines . . . worked hard to earn his diploma after his discharge . . . makes us happy to call him a member of our class. JOHN COLLINS Faithfulness and sincerity are the highest things” John ... a shy. quiet blond . . . active in school clubs . . . very likeable . . . an easy-going lad. A. V’. E. S. 2, 3. 4; Dramatic Club 3. 4; Glee Club 3: Chemistry Club 3: Photography Club 3; Science Club 2; Typing Club 2. ALLAN CARLSON Time is but the stream I go afishing in” A1 . . . seems to get by without studying . . . ready to help in any class affair . . . all-around good sport . . . spends most of his time in New Britain. Boy’s Glee Club 2; Mixed Chorus 2; Chemistry Club 3; Soccer 3; Photography Club 4 ; Typing Club 2. The 1950 Sequin SENIORS SHIRLEY DAWSON “A good sport makes life worthwhile” Shirl . . . always ready with a good joke . . . carefree, gay, and smiling . . . her ambition is commercial art. Dramatic Club 3. 4; Scribe Art Editor 4 : Chemistry Club 3; Sequin 4; Typing 2. 3; Glee Club 2. 3. 4; Mixed Chorus 2. 3; Handicraft Club 4; Basketball 4. GEORGE DlPACE “The lad was ever a rover. Loving and laughing and free” George . . . has a personality which has drawn many friends . . . can rumba like no one else . . . famous for the basket he made for the other team. Mixed Chorus 2. 3; Boys’ Glee Club 2. 3: Basketball Team 3. 4; Golf Team. Manager 3, 4. KENNETH DOOLITTLE “Be not the slave of Words” Buddy . . . spends his spare time at the drums . . . likes mathematics . . . quiet and courteous . . . enjoys social affairs . . . says. “The Yankees can’t be lx at.” Sequin 4; Dramatic Club 3. 4; Photography 3. 4; Chemistry Club 3; Glee Club 3. 4; Typing Club 2. DOROTHY EDDY “Love to one, friendship to many, good will to all” Dotty . . . loves to dance, especially the polka . . . has many friends . . . a remarkable leader . . . made the Magazine Party a big success . . . sure to have a wonderful future. Typing Club 2: Handicraft Club 3; Girls’ Glee Club 2. 3; Mixed Chorus 2. 3; Social Chairman 4; Student Council 4; Sequin, Business Manager 4; Swing Club. Treasurer 2. The 1950 Sequin SENIORS JOHN GALLUP ‘‘And those who know him well know him as a friend.” Jack . . . friendly and natural to all ... a neat dresser . . . athletically inclined ... a good dancer. Chemistry Club 3: Social Chairman 2. ALFRED GINN “I’ve taken my fun where I've found it.” A1 . . . enjoys dancing . . . likes soccer . . . always fussing with his car . . . has a smile for everyone . . . full of fun and fancy free. Dancing 2. 3. 4 ; A. V. E. S. 2: Soccer 2. 4; Dramatic Club 2: Typing 3: Glee Club 4; Mixed Chorus 4. CLIFFORD GRABOWSKI “He profits most who serves best.” Bushy . . . Newington High’s best golfer . . . the fellow with all the birthdays ... an active leader in school and church affairs ... a super-salesman. Golf 2, 3. 4. LOIS ELAINE HALL “Tis a credit to any girl to be neat.” Loic . . . devotes her time to her piano, organ, and voice lessons . . . likes reading and dancing . . . gets along well with everyone. Glee Club 3, 4; Photography Club 4; Mixed Chorus 3; Sequin 4. The 1950 Sequin 13 SENIORS RICHARD HALL “Begone dull care! Thou and I shall never agree” Richie . . . loves to draw his self-designed cars ... a talented pianist . . . always the center of excitement. Sequin, Art Editor 4; Typing Club 2; Chemistry Club 3; Boys’ Glee Club 3. 4; Mixed Chorus 3. 4: Dramatic Club 2, 3. 4. JUNE HAMILTON “Diligence and skill make nothing impossible.” June ... a person whom everyone enjoys knowing . . . outstanding in music . . . possesses a cheerful personality . . . forever willing. Sequin. Editor 4: Dramatic Club 2; Student Council 2. Treasurer 3. 4; Honor Society 4; Handicraft 3, 4; Dancing Club 2. 3, 4; Girl’s Glee Club 2. 3; Mixed Chorus 2; Scribe 4; Typing Club 2; Auditorium Program Committee. Secretary 4. MILDRED HOLLIS “Thinks much, speaks little, says less.” Milly . . . sweet . . . intelligent . . . neat dresser . . .hard class worker . . . true friend . . . always nice to have around. Glee Club 2. 3. 4; Mixed Chorus 2. 3, 4; Typing Club 2; Chemistry Club 3; Class Secretary 2; Class Treasurer 3; Student Council 4; Scribe. Assistant Editor 4; Basketball 4; Sequin 4. HOWARD JACKSON “Moderation, the noblest gift of heaven” Shorty . . . happy-go-lucky . . . has a personality which wins him many friends. Dramatic Club 2, 3. 4. Vice-President 3. President 4; Chemistry Club. Vice-President 3; Typing Club 4; Student Council 2. 3, 4: Soccer 3. 4. The 1950 Sequin SENIORS HEINZ JAEGER “A jest breaks no bones. ' Heinz ... a hot man with the Sax . . . famous for his subtle humor . . . well-liked by those who know him. CLARA KORNAK “Hail to thee. Blithe Spirit.” Clara . . . easy going and good-natured . . . full of fun . . . possesses a jovial manner ... a constant help in time of trouble. Glee Club 2; Mixed Chorus 2; Scribe Publication 2. 3; Handicraft Club 3; Sequin 4. DOLORES LA CLAIR “She’s lovely, she’s divine.” Do-De ... an attractive girl with a pleasing personality . . . finds enjoyment in everything she does ... all signs point to a happy future. Handicraft 3. 4; Scribe Publication 2; Sequin 4; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Girls’ Glee Club 2. 3. 4. ANNE LASKOWSKI “Who does not befriend himself by doing good?” Anne . . . quiet, polite and friendly . . . the gal with lots of friends . . . loves to read as a pastime. Glee Club 2. 4; Mixed Chorus 2, 3: Handicraft 3, 4. The 1950 Sequin 15 SENIORS EDWARD T. MYERS “Throw fear to the wind.” Ed . . . has a broad outlook on life . . . everything is humorous in his perspective ... a good golfer . . . caters to tropical fish and hamsters . . . appreciates good books. Boys’ Glee Club. WILLIAM NELSON “I hate nobody: I am in charity with the world.” Bill ... a good-natured lad . . . likes music . . . goes about quietly in school . . . has made many friends ... a great Philadelphia fan. SHIRLEY NORTON “Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace.” Shirl . . . quiet, peaceful, helpful ... a great boost to the Scribe . . . works willingly and uncomplainingly. (dee Club 2. 3. 4; Mixed Chorus 2. 3; Scribe Publication 3. 4; Handicraft 3. 4. WARREN C. NY BORG “Virtue is the truest nobility.” Tex . . . solitude’s friend . . . enjoys fishing . . . highlights in the mysteries of science ... a good friend when you need one. 16 The 1950 Sequin SENIORS MARGARET O’CONNELL -— • • • - - dance. . j Cheerleader 2. 3. 4; Scribe Publication 2. 3: Glee Clu - DOROTHY OLISKY “Manner, not gold, is woman’s lx. st adornment. Dottie ... a winning smile and a sweet disposition ... a hard worker . . . sure to Ik a success. Mixed Chorus 2; Scribe Publication, 2. Manager 3. 4: Handicraft 3. 4; Glee Club 2. 4; Class Secretary 3; Sequin 4. Elma . . matics . forever. ELMA PARKER 1 lit possible can be done immediately ; 1 be impossible takes a while longer!” a Niagara of activity . . . a scholar • possesses geniality and friendliness too . . . excels in dra-• a friend, a friend 2, 3, 4; Sequm 4; Dramatic Club 2 3 4- T R R . 4; Student Council, Vice-President L H c '' Hoard 3- Sccrt 3: Class Treasurer 2. 3’ Honor Soc‘«y 4: Mixer! Ch. r'ATX ' 01,11 find me rough Sir h ♦ . °'ck ■ • • Popular with his cl fi d me r«idy.” hk°S haseba� . autom,)biiesS tTTT • ' • 3 ,if«-time traffic • a -ter for the Red Sox ' ■ ««ests WW.se° ‘Council 3; Senior A. A. 3. 4. R , aseball Team 3. The 195° Sequin SENIORS JANET RECKERT “Few tilings are difficult to ability and skill.” Jan . . . busier than a bee . . . honor student ... a true, pleasant friend . . . lias brightened many dull moments with her jovial wit. Cheerleader 3, 4; Sequin 4; Honor Society 4; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Mixed Chorus 2, 3; Typing Club 2; Chemistry Club, Secretary 3; Scribe 2, 3, Editor-in-Chief 4. ALAN ROWLAND “Laughing, joking, just like Hall. This lad is a friend of all.” Roily . . . ready to give bis help whether it’s for a stranded motorist or a class activity . . . shy with strangers and noisy with friends ... a car enthusiast. Hoys’ Glee Club 4; Sequin. Sports Editor 4; Class President 2. WALTER SCHULTZ “Few things are impossible to diligence and skill.” Wally ... a born leader and true friend . . . spends bis spare time working at Nelson’s Drug Store . . . lias a friendly “hello” for everyone. Dramatic Club 2, 3, 4; A. A. 2. 3. Business Manager 4. JOSEPH SARTHORY “A little nonsense now and then Is relished by the best of men.” Joey . . . newly arrived from Saint Thomas’s Seminary . . . makes friends easily . . . always ready with a joke . . . present at all school activities. Typing Club 4. IB The Sequin SENIORS ALICE SESPANIAK Always talking, full of fun, Brings joy to everyone.” AI . . . a good friend to all . . . enjoys sports . . . shows great enthusiasm as a cheerleader . . . spends her time ushering at the Newington Theatre. Cheerleading 3, 4; Glee Club 2, Treasurer 3; Sequin, Sports Editor 4; Handicraft Club 3: Scribe Publication 3. 4. JEANNE SILLS A quiet and gentle heart to comfort friends.” Jeannie ... a pleasant companion . . . quiet, content, and inconspicuous . . . loves flowers ... a first-class seamstress and an efficient housekeeper . . . will listen to all your troubles . . . nice to have around. Girls’ Glee Club 2, 3. 4; Mixed Chorus 2, 3; Scribe 2, 3. 4; Sequin 4; Chemistry Club 3. SOPHIE SOLTYS “I laugh’d till I cried.” Sue . . . the girl with all the questions ... an appealing sense of humor . . . happy-go-lucky . . . easy to get along with. Glee Club 2, 4; Mixed Chorus 2: Chemistry Club 3: Scribe Publication 4; Handicraft Club 4. ELEANOR STAMM Friendship is love without its wings.” El . . . ambitious . . . carefree . . . ready for a good time ... a jolly sort of person ... a willing worker. Typing Club 2; Handicraft Club 3. 4; Girls’ Glee Club 2, 3. 4; Mixed Chorus 2, 3; Scribe Publication 2, 3, 4; Sequin 4. The 1950 Sequin 19 SENIORS ALISON STEVENS Popularity is the spice of life.” Ali . . . quiet and reserved with strangers but lots of fun among friends . . . pleasant to Ik near . . . possesses a keen sense of humor. A.A. 3. 4: Dramatic Club 4. RUSSELL TURGEON Success is in the silence Though fame is in the song. Russ . . . secret idol of the senior girls . . . quiet and reserved . . . holds warm friendliness for those privileged to share it . . . enthusiastic baseball player and bowler . . . good student. DONALD WATERMAN Ambition has no risk.” Don ... a good-natured fellow . . . willing to help a friend or join in the fun . . . interested in golf, basketball, and soccer. Soccer 2. 3. 4; Basketball 2. 3. 4; Golf 2. 3: Athletic Association 2, 3. 4; Dramatic Club 2. 3. 4; A.V.E.S. 2. 3. Treasurer 4; Honor Society: Chemistry Club 3. BA RBA RA WESTERMEYER The sweetest flowers to the sweetest maid.” Bobby ... a petite girl with plenty of ambition . . . cute as a button . . . the person to have around to keep things cheerful. Glee Club 2. 3, 4: Mixed Chorus 2. 3; Chemistry Club 3; Scribe 4; Sequin 4. 20 The 1950 Sequin SENIORS RAYMOND BOLLES “Be sure your tailor is a man of sense.” Ray . . . has a Rood sense of humor and nice manners . . . popular . . . takes things as thev come. MARGARET DANIELS “Laugh and the world laughs with you.” Peggy . . . friendly . . . full of fun ... a good sport . . . enjoys dancing polkas . . . collects souvenirs. Glee Club 2; Scribe Publication 3; Handicraft Club 3; Typing Club 2. ANDREA MAHAN “She walks in the light of her own radiant smile.” Andy . . . the gal with the pleasing personality . . . very popular . . . ambitious and willing . . . loads of fun. Handicraft 3. 4; Sequin 4; Scribe Publication 4. RUDOLPH SAMEK “A personality to match his size.” Rudy . . . known for his blushing, his winks, and his smiles . . . always at work on some committee ... a good all-around sport. Boys’ Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Student Council 4; Dramatic Club 3. 4; Baseball 2. 4; Soccer 4; Basketball 4. The 1950 Sequin 21 SENIORS MARGARET GALBRAITH “Mischief hidden in those dancing eyes.” Peggy . . . always at work behind the scenes, making refreshments or typing for the Scribe . . . loves to square dance ... a wonderful housekeeper ... a true friend. Scribe Publication 4: Dramatic Club 4; Sequin 4; Handicraft Club 3, 4; Girls’ Glee Club 2. 3. 4. ANTHONY DAUPHIN “Speech is Silver Silence is Golden.” Tony . . . the most silent member of the class . . . enjoys a good laugh . . . studies when he wants to. and when he doesn’t? RICHARD HEY WOOD “For lie’s a jolly good fellow, which nobody can deny.” Dick . . . one of the most active members of the A.V.E.S. . . . constantly in good humor . . . red hair is his trademark. Boys’ Glee Club 2. 3, 4; A.V.E.S. 2. 3. 4; Scribe 4. 22 The 1950 Sequin CLASS HISTORY AND SO WE GREW In September, 1947. in the eyes of the school and of ourselves, we were recognized as the Sophomore Class. At our first meeting we officially elected Alan Rowland president. Our first, last, and only endeavor as Sophomores was the Sophomore Hop. We didn't make all the money we had hoped to. but we did have fun. We came hack to school the following year as Juniors. We had gone another step up the ladder to graduation. That year Donald Waterman was elected president. We sponsored a “Poverty Dance,” which was very successful financially. Our Junior Prom, given in May, was everything we had anticipated. At the end of that year, we had grown closer together as a class. In September, 1949, we were officially Seniors. We elected James Keane our new president. A real job lay ahead of us, that of raising enough money to cover our graduation expenses. We began by selling blue and gold book covers and were very successful. Then we held a magazine drive, and we sold more magazines than any class before us. We had a good time New Year's live at our dance, and again in June at our Senior Banquet. It is our earnest hope that each member of the class, as he goes out into the world, may keep the spirit of gaiety and humor which have marked our happy high school days. The 1950 Sequin 23 CAN YOU IMAGINE Clara Kornak without a complaint? Dorothy )lisky without a heart-throb? Beverly Blinn without something to do? Anne Laskowski not studying for a test ? Shirley Norton not doing her homework? Jean Sills not being friendly? Betty-Lou Johnson without a pleasing attitude toward all? Andrea Mahan sitting still? Margaret O’Connell without Mel? Alice Sespaniak lacking school spirit? Barbara Westermeyer with long hair? Sophie Soltys without something to say? Alison Stevens without Wally? Dolores LaClair wearing anklets? Lorraine Blinn without a boy friend ? Eleanor Stamm being quiet? Shirley Dawson without her artistic ability? Margaret Galbraith discourteous? Janet Reckert finding something to take the place of cheering? I-ois 11 all with a limited wardrobe? Dorothy Eddy without Eddie? Ciladys Stillman not talking about midget auto races? Lima Parker not being on some committee? June Hamilton failing a test? Milly Hollis without her soft voice? Eunice Bates being unwilling to help? Claire Bausola fond of math ? Margaret Daniels with short hair? Russell Machol without something to say? 24 The 1950 Sequin CAN YOU IMAGINE George DiPace six feet tall? William Nelson without the latest sports news? Richard Hall a fiddler? Howard Jackson with curly hair? Raymond Bolles not writing letters? Rudolph Samek quiet? Allan Carlson shy ? Walter Schultz being discourteous? Russell Turgeon causing a riot? Edward Myers agreeing with Mr. hie? Joseph Sarthory with an unkind word? Clifford Grabowski without school spirit? Joseph Alfano attending a dance? James Keane in a had humor? Steve Arre not active in sports? Heinz Jaeger without a witty remark? Richard Patz not working in a gas station ? Alfred Ginn being wideawake? Warren Nyborg a poor sport? Clifford Ehlert without his camera? Steve Gallas without a corny joke? Alan Rowland without his jalopy ? Edward Baranski liking girls? Jack Gallup unfriendly? George Oswell with a new car? Anthony Dauphin speaking out of turn ? Kenneth Doolittle hurrying through the hall ? Jerry Flaherty not smiling? The 1950 Sequin 2 Class Prophecy Time: 1960 Place: Newington, Connecticut After many years away from school, we returned to the newly-built Newington High School. As we enter the north door, we are met by classmate. Betty-Lou Johnson, head of the Commercial Department, and June Hamilton, head of the English Department. As we walk down the hall, we see Mr. Bowes outside the office talking to the school nurse, Jean Sills. Eleanor Stamm, school secretary, is busy working in the office. k As the lunch hell rings, we leave the high school. We stop to eat at Eddie Baranski’s new diner, recently designed and built by Russell Turgeon. As we walk in, we are met by Manager Joe Alfano and Hostess Gladys Stillman, who show us to our table, where Ann Laskow-ski brings us the menu. Looking around our new surroundings, we find several of our classmates, Warren Nyborg, Bill Nelson, and Jerry Flaherty, seated around the piano listening to the music of Richie Hall. After finishing our meal, we bid farewell to our former classmates, and leave for the gas station around the corner. We see the sign, “Howie Jackson’s Service Station, Manager Richie Patz.” After chief mechanic Dick Pe-tano wipes off our windshield, we leave for the Newington Theatre. We buy our tickets from cashier Eunice Bates. Our tickets are taken at the door by Bushy Grabowski. As we enter the inside lobby, we see Steve Arre. the officer now on duty. We are ushered to our seats by Assistant Manager Janet Reckert. We happen to sit next to Claire Bausola, Dolores LaClair, and Sophie Soltys, who tell us that Cliff Ehlert and Dick Heywood are now licensed projector operators and are running the camera for tonight’s performance. Following the film, we hear a short rendition of organ music by Lois Hall. The show opens with the dancing team of George DiPace and Dorothy Eddy, who dance to the music of Milly Hollis, Heinz Jaeger, and Kenneth Doolittle. Master of ceremonies, Allan Carlson, introduces the Barber Shop Quartet consisting of A1 Ginn, George Oswell, Johnny Kuhlman. and Russ Machol. A comedy debate on Highway Safety by Alan Rowland and Eddy Myers follows. Clara Kornak does her now famous impersonation of Rudolph “the blue-nosed” Samek. The show closes with a grand finale which includes all the cast. The costumes were designed by Shirley Dawson, and Shirley Norton was wardrobe mistress. ()n our way out of the theatre, we meet Manager Alice Sespaniak, who tells us that Wally Schultz has just opened his new drug store next door. We stop there for sodas and see Lorraine Blinn behind the counter. At a corner table Alison Stevens is seated, talking to Bobby Westermeyer and Jack Gallup. A short distance behind them is Steve Dallas at the pin ball machine. Peggy Daniels stops in for a candy bar on her way to work in Jimmy Keane’s Law Office, which has just opened on the floor above. As we leave the drug store to see Jimmy, we notice familiar names on the doors of the new office building. There are Ray Bolles and Joe Sar-thory, Insurance Agents; Andrea Mahan, ()ccttpational Therapist; and Dick Waterman’s Travel Agency. It seems Jimmy employs a number of our former classmates. Seated at typewriters are Peggy Galbraith, Dottie Olisky, Peggy O’Connell, and Beverly Blinn. Jimmy informs us that Elina Parker is now an executive for a New York business concern. After seeing all our classmates, we leave them and reminisce on the many changes ten years have brought. We conclude that our class has been most successful. 26 The 1950 Sequin Class Will To Whom It May Concern : Know ye nil. that we, the graduating class of nineteen hundred and fifty, of Newington High School, town of Newington, State of Connecticut, being of sound mind atid body, do hereby declare this our last will and testament bequeathing these possessions that are lawfully ours: To: Mr. Allen, we leave an enthusiastic P.D. Class. Mr. Bowes, we leave peace and quiet. Mr. Church, we leave more girls. Miss Clark, we leave a more enthusiastic gym class. Mr. Comeau, we leave more storage space. Mrs. Comeau, we leave less complicated problems for her Algebra II class. Miss Downie, we leave appreciation for her kindness and friendliness. Miss Glass, we leave sweet air for her experiments. Mr. Goweii, we leave a warmer Senior Science room. Mr. Hendershot, we leave a new high school. Miss Holleran, we leave the complete works of Shakespeare. Mr. Ide, we leave a full-time secretary. Miss Jamer, we leave a larger Honor Society. Miss Kelly, we leave our thanks and appreciation for supervision of the Sequin. Mrs. McMann, we leave more blackboards for her drawings. Mrs. Maud Murphy, we leave some extra seating plans. Miss Norell, we leave a dictionary. Mrs. O’Donnell, we leave a bigger library. Mr. Paskevitch, we leave a new car. Mr. Roberts, we leave a baby sitter so that he can attend the social functions. Miss Rice, we leave hopes of a small geometry class. Miss Steeves, we leave two weeks' vacation at Springfield College. Mrs. Thayer, we leave more efficient office messengers. Mrs. Lindroth, we leave a healthy student body. Eunice Bates leaves the typing room. Claire Bausola leaves her cheerleading partner. Lucy (Jallicchio. Beverly Blinn leaves the Student Council a new president. Lorraine leaves with a blushing face. Margaret Daniels leaves her job in Grant’s to Adella Gillette. Shirley Dawson leaves her artistic ability to Jeyrl Ludington. Dorothy Eddy leaves her leadership to Billy Carlson. Margaret Galbraith leaves good-naturedly. Lois Hall leaves Gloria Gallas alone. June Hamilton leaves her seat in the hot-rod to anyone with daring. Mildred Hollis leaves her naturally curly hair to Rose Marie Pellegatto. Betty-Lou Johnson leaves her pretty blond hair to Joan Johnson. Clara Kornak leaves her undone homework to Maxine Person. Dolores LaClair leaves on a double date. Anne Laskowski leaves the mirror in the girls’ room to (jenny Rudek. Andrea Mahan leaves her position as Mr. Robert’s baby sitter to her sister, Kay. Shirley Norton leaves quietly. Dorothy Olisky leaves her “golden silence” to Barbara Mitchell. The 1950 Sequin 21 LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT (Continued) Margaret O’Connell leaves as fast as she can go. Elnia Parker leaves her scout activities to Joan Carlin. Janet Reckert leaves Mr. Bowes’ office. Alice Sespaniak leaves her gym suit to Geraldine I’atz. Jean Sills leaves for nursing. Sophie Soltys leaves the drum corps to Charlotte Kasmer. Alison Stevens leaves with W alter Schultz. Eleanor Stamm leaves her argyle socks to he finished by Audrey Athearn. Gladys Stillman leaves for the Midget Auto Races. Barbara Westermeyer leaves her cute hair-do to Ann Caldwell. Stephen Arre leaves to join Bernard McQueeny. Joseph Alfano leaves his home runs on the American Legion Team to Joe llaberl. Edward Baranski leave Miss Glass with a quiet homeroom. Stephen Gallas Allan Carlson takes his blue shirt with him. John Collins leaves on tiptoe. George DiPace leaves his New Britain girls to his brother, Bob. Kenneth Doolittle takes his drumming with him. Clifford Ehlert leaves his cooking to anyone who’ll eat it. Jerry Flaherty, we leave a tube of Ipana for that smile. Jack Gallup takes Barbara Westermeyer with him. Alfred iinn leaves his butch haircut to Pat Flaherty. John Kuhlman leaves his masquerade attire to Richard I'ittsinger. Clifford Grabowski leaves his magazine subscriptions to next year’s highest seller. Richard Hall leaves his musical talents to Richard Smith. Richard Heywood leaves his red hair to Jimmy Stewart. Howard Jackson leaves in a new Hudson. Heinz Jaeger leaves his witty remarks to David McLean. James Keane leaves for Yale. Russell Machol leaves the tutdoor Theatre. Edward Myers takes his golf clubs with him. William Nelson leaves his defense of the Yankees to Tommy Keena. Warren Nyborg leaves his unsaid words to Norman Turgeon. George Oswell leaves his naps in class to Douglas Gallup. Richard Patz leaves the traffic duty to Warren Mason. Alan Rowland leaves his hot-rod to Edward Callahan. Rudolph Samek leaves his clowning to Edward Speck. Joseph Sarthory leaves his basketball ability to Arthur O'Connell. Russell Turgeon slips away silently. W alter Schultz leaves his job at Nelson’s Drug Store to Bruzzie Chevalier. Donald Waterman leaves on a tour around the world. (Signed and Sealed) Mildred Hollis, Clara Kornak,and Genieve Ruder. 28 The 1950 Sequin CLASSES Senior Science First rote, left to right—A. Mahan, A. Carlson, A. Ginn, D. Waterman. Second rote—Mr. Go wen, teacher; C. O'Connor, C. Ehl-ert, E. Baranski. R. Bolles, H. Jackson. Third roiv—J. Gallup, J. Al-fano, J. Kuhhnan, R. Hey wood. Fourth row—R. Patz, S. Dawson, D. Petano, S. Norton. Physics R. Hall, J. Collins, W. Schultz, C. Ehlert, J. Keane, J. Flaherty. R. Samek, R. Mac hoi, H. Jaeger. K. Doolittle. Social Studies D. LaGair, E. Blinn, S. Gallas, E. Stamm, A. Laskow-ski. C. Keigey, W. Nyborg, A. Sespaniak. S. Soltys, M. O’Connell, J. Alfano, S. Dawson. R. Heywood, C. O’Connor, A. Dauphin, E. Meyers, G. Oswell, A. Ginn, E. Parker, A. Mahan, R. Turgeon, W. Nelson, S. Arre, G. DiPace, J. Gallup. E. Baranski; Mr. Ide. teacher. 30 The 1950 Sequin CLASSES Industrial Arts C. Grabowski. A. Dauphin, K. Turgeon, D. Hey wood, S. Arre. A. Ginn; Mr. Coincau, teacher. Gym Class M. O’Connell, E. Stamm, L. Blinn, D. LaClair, A. Sespa-niak, A. Mahan, B. Blinn. J. Sills, S. Dawson, E. Parker; Miss Clark, teacher. Trigonometry Class R. Hall, K. Samek, R. Ma-chol, H. Jaeger. K. Doolittle, J. Flaherty; Miss Rice, teacher. The W50 Sequin 31 CLASSES InduHtrial Art W. Nelson, E. Baranski. S. Gallas, (i. DiPace, R. Patz, C. Ehlert. Typing (llasa First rozv— D. Eddy, M. O’Connell, B. L. Johnson, E. Bates. Second row—D. LaClair, L. Blinn, S. Dawson. A. Mahan, Miss Stecves, teacher. Third rozv—A. Carlson. R. Machol. J. Reckert. K. Stamm. Stenography II L. Blinn. D. LaClair, C. Kor-nak, B. L. Johnson. A. Sespa-niak, B. Blinn, E. Stamm, E. Bates; Miss Steeves, teacher. 32 The 1950 Sequin Soccer Team first row, kneeling—E. Polmsky. H. Jackson. J. Alfano, R. Vujs, R. Rowland, J. Coughlin, A. Wells. Second row, kneeling—W. Mason, D. Barton, W. Carlson, A. O’Connell, J. Flaherty, A. Ginn. Standing—R. Pittsingcr, B. Chevalier, T. Kcena, D. Waterman, R. Samek, R. Urban, J. Gancarz, R. Walters; Mr. Roberts, coach. SOCCER Newington had a line season in soccer this year considering the fact that the team played Class B schools for the first time. Bill Carlson play ed in an outstanding manner. (hit of the total of the season’s 13 goals, Bill, a Junior, made 10. Newington looks forward to a better season next year. By then Newington will he used to Class B. Newington..................... 2 Newington.................... 2 Newington.................... 0 Newington................... 1 Newington..................... 3 Newington..................... 1 Newington..................... 2 Newington..................... 0 Newington.............-....... 0 Newington.....—.....—........— 2 Windsor............................ 2 Hall............................... 3 Wethersfield.................. 2 Ellsworth.......................... 2 Windsor............................ 0 Alumni.......................... 0 Thomaston.....„.................... 1 Wethersfield....................... 3 Ellsworth......................... 1 Thomaston........................ 2 M Tltc 1950 Sequin liusketl all Team Sitting, left to right—W. Mason, G. DiPace, A. O’Connell. D. Keleher, J. Gancarz. Standing, left to right—J. Flaherty, manager; J. Sarthory, R. Pittsingcr, J. Haberl, R. Samck, T. Keena, Coach Roberts, R. Smith. BASKETBALL Newington’s team has surpassed any expectations from the students. At the present writing, Newington has played nine games and won five. All indications point toward a profitable season and Newington’s entry in the State Tournaments. Newington................... 39 Newington......................46 Newington..................... 43 Newington..................... 49 Newington.................... 52 Newington..................... 26 Newington..................... 30 Newington..................... 70 Newington..................... 15 Newington...................... — Newington___________________ — Newington...................... — Newington.................... — Newington .................... Newington...................... — Windsor.......................... 33 Wilcox Tech.................... 61 Rockville.................... 29 Woodrow Wilson................... 47 Goodwin Tech................... 41 Plainville....................... 36 Wethersfield..................... 48 Hartford Trade................. 41 I’lainville...................... 21 Rockville_________________________ — Woodrow Wilson____________________ — Wilcox Tech.................... — Wethersfield..................... — Goodwin Tech...................... — 35 The 1950 Sequin Senior (nrls Itaskrlliall Team First row, left to rii lit D. Eddy, S. Dawson, J. Sills, E. Stamin, A. Scspaniak. Second row— A. Mahan, M. O’Connell; Miss Clark, adviser; E. Parker, S. Soltys, M. Hollis. GIRLS' SPORTS A wide field of sports was introduced to the girls this year. When September came, the senior girls were on the field, playing softball and soccer. As the fall months passed, we took part in indoor sports. Volley hall and square dancing offered a great deal of enjoyment. The idea of having co-ed square dancing classes has not only been fun, hut coeducational to many of us. In January basketball was started in the classes, and many exciting games were played with other grades. The basketball clinics at New Britain and Weaver High Schools were very helpful. We hope more clinics of this kind will be held in some of the other sports in the future. Equipment for field hockey and archery, which were introduced for the first time this year, was bought. Because tumbling aroused interest in our class, a tumbling club was organized. Spring found us back on the field playing softball, speedball, soccer, and other games. This year of sports has been an enjoyable one. We will always remember our gym classes with Miss Clark, who has taught us that good sportsmanship is essential for good living. 36 The 1950 Sequin Cheerleaders Left to right—L. Gallicchio, B. Bolles, C. Bausola, M. O’Connell. J. Reckert, J. Czop, A. Sespaniak, A. Athearn. CHEERLEADING School s|)irit—that was what the cheerleaders tried to bring out this year, and very surprisingly they did. The girls sponsored the Cheerleaders Dungaree Ball and a Tag Day to earn money for their uniforms. The girls also gave a dance, with the members of the basketball team, for the benefit of the team’s uniforms. On December 10, the girls attended a Cheerleader’s Clinic at the University of Bridgeport to help them understand the basic principles of good cheerleading. 1 he “Qualifications for a Cheerleader were given as follows: personality, leadership. responsibility, sportsmanship, etiquette, socialization. Further instruction was given on the following: what constitutes a good cheer: how to have Pep Meetings or Pep Rallies; the purpose of the uniform; a definite system for tryouts. It was a very profitable and enjoyable clinic for the girls. To arouse more cheering spirit, a cheering section was formed to lend vocal support to the leaders. Many new cheers and formations were added this year. The girls in the familiar blue and gold led the team on to many a victory. The 1950 Sequin .17 Golf Team Left to right—Mr. Paskovitch, coach; D. Kelcher, F. Knox, C. Grabowski, E. Myers, P. Flaherty. GOLF TEAM The Newington High School Golf team with Mr. John Paskavitch as coach hopes to uphold its fine record as one of the state’s outstanding teams during 1950. Several matches are scheduled for spring. The team hopes to represent Newington in the State Tournament. Schedule New Britain High Buckley High Weaver High Manchester High Farmington High Wethersfield High Connecticut State Interscholastic Tournament The 1950 Sequin BASEBALL SCHEDULE April 14 at - April 18 .... home.. Rockville April 21 at I ,evvis May 2 at . Windsor May 9 ....at Plainville May 12 home Wethersfield May 16 home, Woodrow Wilson May 19 at Rockville May 23 home. Lewis May 26 home Windsor June 2 home Plainville June 6 at Wethersfield The 1950 Sequin 39 Sitting, left to right—L. Pawlow, B. Weller, J. Kud a. M. Perkins, A. Sanderson. J. Johnson. R. Smith. B. Mitchell. H. Jackson. T. Keena. J. Godvin, J. Godvin, M. Galbraith, E. Parker. B. Bolles, M. Person. Second row—Mrs. O’Donnell, adviser; J. Carlin, P. A. Crouse, G. Patz, E. East. A. Stevens, K. Millet C. Kasmer, R. Samek, R. Alberg, R. Chilkott. I . Glennon. A. Caldwell. J. Czop, I. Kozakicwicz, B. Kraus. Third row— R. Bertrand. R. Burnham. R. Kent. R. Vujs, C. Elhert, E. Speck, H. Sobanski, P. Flaherty. D. Waterman. K. Doolittle. J. Collins, R. Anderson. J. Keane. W. Schultz, R. Hall. DRAMATIC CLUB The Senior High Dramatic Club, completing its fourteeth year of existence and its seventh year under the leadership of Mrs. Marion L. O’Donnell, has reached another milestone on the road of acting. For the first time in its history, the club produced a drama, “Jane Eyre.” The choice of play and the acting were outstanding. Mrs. O’Donnell has great expectations for next year’s club, looking forward to new members and relying on many seasoned actors. Officers President—Howard Jackson Secretary—Barbara Mitchell Y’ice-President—Richard Belkin Treasurer—Richard Smith The 1950 Sequin First row. left to rii lit J. Godvin, K. Mahan, E. Hall, P. A. Crouse, M. Hollis, J. Reckert, I.. Paw low. G. Rudek, J. Godviii. Second row—J. Carlin, A. Dziob, J. Hamilton. J. Sills; Miss Holleran, adviser; B. Westermeyer, V. McKean, B. Kraus. Third row—J. Johnson, J. Kudla, A. O’Connell, R. Smith, E. Parker. M. Lewis. SCRIBE 1949-1950 Tlie Scribe, now in its thirteenth year of publication, features more student activity news this year than ever before. The staff is working hard to supply the students of Newington High School with advance news, original features, better art work, more local humor, and Junior 11igh news. The Scribe is a member of the Columbia Scholastic Press Association. This year members of the staff attended the annual Connecticut Scholastic Press Conference in Greenwich and also the Tuberculosis School Press Conference in Hartford. The newspaper comes out every four weeks at a cost of five cents a copy. Editor ...........................................................Janet Reckert Assistant Editor................................................ Mildred Hollis Art Editors............................... Shirley Dawson, Jeryl Ludington Sports Editors Thomas Connors. Arthur O’Connell, Ida Louks Business Manager Maurice Dougherty Publication Manager..............................................Dorothy Olisky Assistant Publication Manager...................................Dolores llelinsky Faculty Advisers............................ Miss E. Holleran, Miss D. Steeves The 1950 Sc ui)t 43 HOYS' GLEE CLUB Sitting, left to right—H. Buden. R. Oswell, R. Smith. A. O’Connell, G. DiPace, P. Flaherty, R. Roland. A. Rowland. J. Keane, R. Chilkott. Second rozv— Miss Kloppenburg. adviser; J. Hamilton. K. Sousa, R. DeVeau, R. Hall. R. Samek, J. Flaherty. K. Dcxdittle. R. White. third rote—G. Oswell, R. Anderson. R. Kent. E. Callahan, E. Myers, A. Ginn, E. Speck. 1.. Peckham. OCTETTE • o« , left to right—A. Caldwell. B. Kraus, A. Athearn. J. Parlee. Second rozv— R. Chilkott, R. Belkin, H. Gudriau, E. Speck. 44 The 1950 Scguin First row. left to right—E. Fawlow. (i. Fatz. J. Parlee. E. Hast M. Perkins. A. Sanderson. M. Person, B. Mitchell. P. A. Crouse. I . Glennon, J. Carlin. J. Euriington. A. Athearn. A. Dzioh. L. (iallicchio, A. Gillette. G. Rudek. Second rmc. left to right—Miss Kloppenbcrg, adviser: E. Brooks, B. Majeski. A. Beck. B. Eza. J. Anderson, M. Gochee. P. loss. S. Daniels. B. Kraus, A. Caldwell. J. Czop, M. Hollis, J. Reckert. S. Norton. J. Godvin, E. Bates. j Third rerw. left to right—B. Holies. K. Mahan. C. Bausola: I). Vurwich. B. Smith. E. Briggs. N. Kcena, J. Gerick, E. Hall. B. Westermeyer, D. Olisky. S. Soltys. J. Godvin. G. Stillman. Fourth row, left to right—V. McKeen, J. Hamilton, A. Mahan. N. Buckley, B. Weller. J. Sills, M. Hopper, E. Hall. B. E. Johnson. GIRLS' GLEE CLUB The (.iris’ (ilee Club, under the direction of Miss Marjorie Kloppenburg, has continued with its fine work throughout the past year. Miss Kloppenburg, who this year replaced Mrs. Helsing, former director of the Glee Clubs, has done outstanding work with the fifty-eight girls who make up the Glee Club. This year the girls have enjoyed A CAPPELLA, an experience new to most of them. The Glee Club’s participation in the fifth Annual Choral Concert was met with great enthusiasm and enjoyment. The Double Quartet, a special division of the (ilee Club, also took part. This concert, presented bv the combined Glee Clubs under the direction of Miss Kloppenburg, was a major event in the school year. In the spring, the (ilee Club attended the Connecticut All-State Music Festival. It was the fifth year that Newington High School had been thus represented. The Girls’ Glee Club has always received favorable reports from these festivals. Through the patience and hard work of Miss Kloppenburg and through its own efforts, the Girls’ (ilee Club has attained a high standard in the field of good music. BOYS' GLEE CLUB The Boys’ Glee Club, under the direction of Miss Marjorie Kloppenburg, had a wonderful year of music. At Christmas time the club, along with the Girls’ Glee Club, went caroling at the Crippled Children’s Home and at the Veterans’ Hospital. On March 29, they participated in the Connecticut Music Educators’ Choral Festival. There they upheld Newington's good record of fine clubs. Friday, April 21, was the big night of the Annual Choral Concert, a complete success. The club had a very profitable year, and good music was enjoyed by all. 45 The 1950 Sequin Sitting, left to right—D. Waterman, R. Smith, D. Lojan, R. Machol, R. Vujs, R. White, W. Peckham, A. O’Connell. Second row—C. Donnelly, R. Peckham, E. Speck, G. Oswell, R. Oswell, R. Heywood, W. Mason; Mr. Comeau, adviser. Third row— C. Ehlert, T. Gilbert, J. Collins, E, Callahan, R. Pittsinger, J. Coughlin, R. Chilkott. AUDIO-VISUAL EDUCATION SOCIETY The Audio-Visual Education Society was organized in 1945 to offer students a wider and broader knowledge through educational films. The Society is made up of students who are willing to devote their time to make Newington High a better school. The A.V.E.S. started with a 16mm projector and gradually has added two film strip projectors, an opaque projector, a wire recorder, a public address system, a record library, a film strip library, and microphones for auditorium use. The organization also has a film-strip service through which the other schools in town may borrow film strips for use in their classes. This service was inaugurated on a town-wide basis in the fall of 1947. The A.V.E.S. provides operators and projectors for civic organizations. Church groups and Scout Troops have often taken advantage of this service. Thus the A.V.E.S. is of service not only to the school but to the community as well. Officers President—Russell Machol Vice-President—David Logan Treasurer—Donald Waterman Secretary—Robert Vujs Librarian—Richard Smith Faculty Adviser—Emille Comeau 46 I he 1950 Sequin First row—R. M. Pellegatto, G. Gallas. L. Hall. A. Wells, ). Czop, S. Gallas, P. Glennon, J. Roseen, M. Person. Second roiv— Mr. Allen, adviser; J. Flaherty. G. Oswell, R. Machol, A. Carlson, J. Coughlan, R. Oswcll. D. Barton, R. Roland. Third rme—J. Alfano, K. Doolittle, R. Lundeen, R. Anderson, C. Kasmer, E. Czaplicki, R. Ahlbcrg. PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB In order to promote a more active interest in photography among the students, the Photography Club was organized two years ago by Mr. Joseph Allen. At the meetings, held on the second and fourth Tuesdays at 7:30, pictures taken by the members are shown and discussed. This procedure helps to solve any problem of photography which a member might have. Since the first year of organization, the Photography Club has grown both in membership and activities. In order to finance the activities and buy new photographic equipment, plans are being made to sponsor a roller-skating party. The group also photographs the athletic teams and sells the pictures to the students. Officers President—Allan Wells Vice-President—Steve Gallas Secretary—Joanne Czop Treasurer—Robert Anderson Adviser—Mr. Allen Tin- 1950 Sequin 47 ■ Silthui. left to right— K. Fittsinger. B. Mitchell. M. Perkins. J. Johnson. A. Stevens. W. Schultz. G. Gronback. Second rwv—R. Fatz, Mr. Roberts, adviser; W. Carlson. D. Waterman. THE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION The A.A. is one of our smallest but most active clubs. Its main purpose is to promote inter-scholastic athletics and to arouse a lively interest on the part of the student body. During the ltaseball, soccer, and basketball seasons, the association pays for the services of umpires and referees. Throughout the l asketl all season the members take charge of the games by selling and collecting tickets, keeping score, and purchasing all equipment. The money collected during the season just barely furnishes the funds necessary to meet the athletic expenses. 1 his year the A.A. sponsored a dance which was very successful. 1 he association is under the direction of Mr. Donald Roberts, athletic director. I he business manager is Walter Schultz. J 48 The 1930 Sequin The Junior Board of Directors of the I lartford Tuberculosis and Public Health Society meets in Hartford once every month for the purpose of combatting tuberculosis. Some of the projects which are undertaken by the members of the Board, who come from various high schools in the (Jreater Hartford Area, are: Tuberculin Testing for Juniors in the represented high schools; distributing cannisters at Christmas time to collect money; and sponsoring an Annual Scholastic Press Conference. Newington High School has four representatives, two Juniors and two Seniors. The representatives for the 1949-1950 term are: Donald Waterman Elma Parker Richard Pittsinger Richard Smith The 1950 Sequin 49 T. B. BOARD Left to right—E. Parker, D. Waterman, R. Pittsinger. R. Smith. Standing, left window—B. Biinn, Miss Steeves, adviser; S. Norton, E. Stamm. First table—N. Buckley, A. Laskowski. S. Soltys, B. L. Johnson, S. Dawson. Rear table—J. Hamilton, D. LaClair. J. Gcrick, L. Blinn, Mrs. Saling, adviser. Front table—E. Bates, A. Sespaniak, A. Mahan. HANDICRAFT CLUB The Handicraft Club was organized in 1949. The club consists of girls who are interested in making hand-made articles for use in the home. The girls spend their time crocheting, knitting, and making jewelry and stuffed animals. Miss Jean Downieand Miss Dorothy Steeves are the faculty advisers. Treasurer—Jean (lerick. 50 I'Uc l( iO Sequin Silling, left to right—E. Speck, D. Logan, R. Vujs, B. Mitchell, C. Kasnter, K. White, R. Smith. Second row—L. Pawlow, R. Peckham, R. Anderson. R. Kent. R. DeVeau. T. Keena. J. Roseen, Miss (dass, adviser. CHEMISTRY CLUB The Chemistry Club was formed in 1947 under the direction of Miss Elizabeth Glass. The purpose of the Club is to give extra laboratory experience to Chemistry students. The activities of the Chemistry Club include field trips to hospitals, factories, and industrial establishments. Officers President—Robert Yujs Vice-President—Charles Kasmer Secretary—Barbara Mitchell The 1950 Sequin 51 Representatives from the Student Council and the Audio-Visual Education Society formed this committee under the supervision of Mr. Comeau. for the purpose of planning the weekly auditorium programs for the year. Movies were alternated with programs of pupil participation. The Oratorical Contest, Awards Day, and the talent shows, plus programs sponsored by clubs, were part of the pupils’ planning. Entertainment from outside included Mr. Rufus Rose and his marionettes; Mr. Karl Kauffeld with his snakes and reptiles; Mr. Carmelo Cascio, a blind pianist: and Mr. William Greenough with his magic tricks. Officers Chairman—Russell Machol Secretary—June Hamilton Treasurer—Donald Waterman 52 The 1950 Sequin AUDITORIUM PROGRAM COMMITTEE Silting, left In right—L. Gallicchio, D. Logan, J. Hamilton, E. Parker. R. Machol, D. Waterman, M. R. Godvin. Second rote—C. Bausola. Mr. Comeau. adviser. Silting, left to right- M. Hollis. B. Mitchell, W. Mason, L. Gallicchio, B. Blinn, J. Hamilton, D. Pittsingcr, A. Sanderson. B. Johnson, N. Kccna. Second row—Miss Rice, adviser; D. Eddy, H. Jackson, W. Pcckham, D. Ludvvigson. R. Sainek, R. Patz, G. Gronback, C. Dotinelli, A. Wells, J. Anderson. STUDENT COUNCIL The purposes of the Student Council are to promote friendly relations between the students and faculty, to inspire Student Government in the school, and to work for the best interests of Newington High School. Each year two representatives are elected from each division to serve on the Council, which meets every other Monday to discuss school problems. The Council sponsors the Junior Red Cross Drive, conducts the Thanksgiving auditorium program, and helps with campaigns that occur during the school year. Each year the Council helps select a senior boy and girl to receive the American Legion Citizenship Award. Our Council is a member of the National Association of Student Councils and the New England Student Council Government Association. This year representatives attended the N.E.S.G.A. conference at Andover, Massachusetts. Officers President—Beverly Blinn Vice-President—Richard Pittsinger Secretary—Lucy Gallicchio Treasurer—June Hamilton The 1950 Sequin 53 The Newington Chapter of the National Honor Society was established in February, 1941. This year's group, having only six members, is small compared to groups of past years. The purposes of the organization are: to uphold a high scholastic standard, to urge the observance of school rules, and to create a practice of cooperation between students and faculty. The society is nation-wide, being represented in about 2,600 schools. The Newington Chapter is conducted under the supervision of Miss Jamer. The candidates are chosen during the second semester of their Junior year. They must have a scholastic average of eighty-five and are rated on a point system for leadership, character, and service as shown by their participation in all school activities. This year the members are assisting in keeping a “follow-up” system which will give the school a record of what the members of previous graduating classes are now doing. All the members will be contacted and the information obtained will be kept in a special file. Officers President—Russell Machol Vice-President—Donald Waterman Secretary-Treasurer—Bettv-Lou Johnson 54 The 1950 Sequin HONOR SOCIETY Sitting, left to right -R. Machol, B. L. Johnson, D. Waterman. Second roiv—J. Hamilton. Miss Jamer, adviser; E. Parker. J. Rcckert. SCRIBE PUBLICATION First row. left to right—A. Sespaniak, B. Jacobson, I. Dauphin. E. Stamm. D. Hclinski. D. Olisky. B. L. Johnson, S. Soltys, C. Bausola. Second rozv—S. Norton, A. Mahan. M. O’Connell. C. Kornak, M. Galbraith, Miss Steeves. adviser; G. Stillman. L. Blinn, D. LaClair. E. Bates. CLASS OFFICERS Left to right—B. L. Johnson, Secretary; B. Blinn, Treasurer; R. Machol, Vice-President; D. Eddy, Social Chairman; J. Keane, President. The 1950 Sequin 55 FACULTY Mr. Charles A. Bowes Principal Miss E. Joyce Jamer Assistant Principal and Guidance Counselor. Biology Mr. Joseph K. Allen Social Studies. American History, Miss Eileen C. Kelly Problems of Democracy linglish, Mathematics Miss Margaret E. Clark Gym, Introductory Science Mrs. Ann McMann Literature, linglish, Art Mrs. Cecelia G. Comkau Algebra 1 and 11. Mathematics Mrs. Maud Murphy Social Studies Mr. EniilleJ. Comeau Industrial Arts, IVoodivorking Mrs. Elizabeth Murphy linglish. Literature. Mathematics Miss Jean S. Dow me Home lieonomies Miss Frieda B. Norell I. it era t u re. li nglish Mr. Albert C. Church Typing . General Typing, Heonomie Geography, linglish. Junior Business Practice. Bookkeeping Mrs. Marion O’Donnell linglish, Trench 1 ami II Miss Elizabeth M. Class M at hematics. Chemistry Mr. John Paskavitch Industrial Arts. Machine Shop Mr. Forest R. Gowen general Science, Introductory Science, Mathematics. Senior Science . iss Marjorie Kloppenburg Miss Ella E. Rice General Science. Algebra, Trigonometry. Plane Geometry II. Physics, Senior General Mathematics Music Supervisor Miss Elizabeth Holleran Mr. Donald E. Roberts Gym, Occupations. American History linglish, Latin I and II Mr. Howard W. Ide Social Studies, linglish. World History Miss Dorothy E. Steeves Office Practice, Stenography 1 and II, Typing II. Transcription, Junior Business Mathematics 56 The 1950 Sequin CALENDAR 1949-1950 October 7 A.A. SPORT DANCE ★ (Jctober 23 MAGAZINE DRIVE OPENED ★ ()ctober 28 TEACIIERS C )NVENTIC)N ★ November 2 SENIOR CLASS MAGAZINE PARTY ★ November 10 STUDENT COUNCIL DANCE ★ November 18 SOPHOMORE DANCE ★ November 24, 25 THANKSGIVING ★ November 26 CHEERLEADERS DANCE ★ December 2 SENIOR DRAMATIC CLUB PLAY ★ December 23 A.A. DANCE ★ December 24-January 2 Cl IR IS I'M AS VACATION 60 The 1950 Sequin CALENDAR 1949-1950 January 1 NEW YEAR’S DANCE ★ January 9 TEACHERS CLUB ★ February 10 POVERTY DANCE ★ February 18-20 WINTER VACATION ★ March 31 JUNIOR HIGH PLAY ★ April 7 GOOD FRIDAY ★ April 21 CHORAL CONCERT ★ April 22-30 SPRING VACATION ★ May 5 JUNIOR PROM ★ May 30 MEMORIAL DAY ★ June 9 SENIOR GRADUATION ★ June 12 SENIOR BANQUET AND DANCE The 1950 Sequin 61 STATISTICS Most Popular Andrea Mahan George DiPace Best Leader Dorothy Eddy Janies Keane Best Dressed Lois Hall Ray Holies Most Res pee ted Betty-Lou Johnson Walter Schultz Says Least. Thinks Most Mildred Hollis Russell Turgeon Class Inquirer Mildred I lollis Cliff Ehlert Class Athletes Alice Sespaniak Joseph Alfano Class Artists Shirley Dawson Richard Hall Cutest Barbara Westermeyer (ieorge DiPace Most Fun Andrea Mahan Richard Hall t Class Dreamers Margaret ()’Connell Steve Arre-Rudy Saniek Class Gigglers Clara Kornak Jerry Flaherty Noisiest Dorothy Olisky Richard Hall Liveliest Dorothy Olisky Richard Hall Alice Sespaniak Most IIashjul Mildred Hollis Russell Turgeon Most School Spirit Alice Sespaniak Donald Waterman Class Heartbreakers Andrea Mahan Allen Carlson Did Most jor Class Beverly Blinn Janies Keane C lass Musicians Lois Hall Richard Hall Best Natured Pest Sports Andrea Mahan Jack Gallup Peggy Galbraith William Nelson Did Most for N.H.S. Most Courteous Mildred Hollis Walter Schultz Commercial Girls Russell Machol Best Looking Margaret O’Connell Walter Schultz Class Flirts Andrea Mahan Joseph Sarthory Class IV its Clara Kornak Richard Hall Most Ambitious Elina Parker Russell Machol Deepest Blushers Lorraine Blinn Clifford Grabowski Class Thespians Shirley Dawson James Keane Most Versatile Dorothy Olisky Donald Waterman Best Dancers Dorothy Eddy George DiPace 62 The 1950 Sequin I Name Hobby Likes Let Peeve Pavorite Expression Alfano, Joseph 1 Miotography Sports Red Sox fans “Right here” Arre, Steve Sports and airplanes Jane Powell, basketball “Ted Williams and Co.” “What is it?” Baranski, Edward W orking in the Diner Automobiles Getting up in the morning “Awhoyoor” Bolles, Raymond Writing letters Fverv sixth week end Running out of gas “You know it, too.” Carlson, Allan Sports and dancing Basketball Noisy people “Nuts” Collins, John 1 funting Baseball Red Sox “What do you think?' Dauphin, Anthony Machines Sports and fishing People who talk too much “Is that right?’’ DiPace, George Collecting cigarette lighters Fooling around with cars (iirls who wear too much “Never!” Doolittle. Kenneth Drumming Music make-up “I ni thinking.” Ehlert, Clifford Automotives Brooklyn The know it all “Why ?” Flaherty, Jerry Model planes Soccer Big mouths “For Pete sakes!” Gal las, Stephen Photography Red Sox Snobbish ] eople “Squa-Baas” Gallup, John Cars Sports Working at the First National “Awhovontoo mf Ginn, Alfred Automobiles Racing Some girls “I’m a no gonna say.” Grahowski, Clifford Collecting coins Golf and Dancing Poor sportsmanship “Watch out!” Hall, Richard Playing piano Automobiles Wiser guys “What say babe” Hey wood, Richard (iirls and dancing Meriden (iirls People who are juvenile Jackson, Howard Collecting coins and stamps Baseball Brown nosers “I donna no.” Jaeger, Heinz Music Baseball Red Sox fans “How about that?” Keane, James Machol. Russell Swimming (iirls-Cars-Stamps I Miiladelphia Athletics Working Red Sox fans “Oil, gee!” Myers. Edward Raising hampsters Red Sox “Nuts to you!” Nelson, W illiam Sjx rts Music “I object.” Nyborg, W arren Fishing Boston Braves Waiting “You never can tell. Oswell, George Swimming-11 unting-Cars Movies and girls Back seat drivers “Boloney!” Patz. Richard Cars Movies, football, Red Sox Back seat drivers “Oh yea?” Rowland. Alan Cars New Pontiac convertibles W omen drivers “You’re crazy.” Samek, Rudolph Sports I'he Yankees Women drivers “What a deadhead!” Sarthory, Joseph Sports I'lie Yankees Red Sox and Notre Dame “What’s the matter?” Schultz, W alter My “Studies” A1 “Just like New York.’ Turgeon, Russell Sports and stamps Baseball “How about that?” Some Hobby Likes Waterman, Donald Collecting matchcovers and skunks Sports and “Squabbas” kuhlman, John I bating at the Mahan’s Flowers Pates, Eunice Reading Chocolate cake Bausola, Claire Cheerleading To polka Blinn, Beverly Col lecti ng snaj ishc)ts Dancing Blinn, Lorraine Collecting miniature pitchers Dancing Daniels, Margaret Collecting souvenirs Johnny Dawson, Shirley Drawing Basketball Fddy, Dorothy y 7 y Dancing Eddie Galbraith, Margaret Bowling Horseback riding Hall, Lois Collecting dolls Music Hamilton, June Knitting Alan Hollis, Mildred Music ()peras Johnson, Betty Lou Collecting memory souvenirs Music Kornak, Clara Collecting souvenirs Sports and music I.aClair, Dolores Dancing Basketball Laskowski. Anne Movies Nature Mahan, Andrea Sentimental souvenirs 11th grade history class Norton, Shirley Cooking Work O’Connell, Margaret Cheerleading “Mel” Olisky, Dorothy Sports Boston Red Sox Parker, Elma Sleeping Basketball Reckert, Janet Cheerleading and art Square dance, swimming Sespaniak. Alice Cheerleading and sewing Basketball and dancing Sills, Jean Sewing and cooking Dancing and swimming Soltys, Sophie Reading Loafing Stamm, Eleanor Drum corps and dancing Square dancing and sports Stevens, Alison Wallv y Stillman, (iladys Midget auto racing Sewing Westermevcr, Barbara Clothes Pei Peeve Favorite Expression Fixing cars Cigarette ashes in dishes Poor sports Cigarette smoke Stuck-up people I foinework Inquisitive people Snobbish people Poor sports Corny jokes Swearing People who argue I lomework W ashing dishes Swearing Prejudice Poor sports Class |x sts I lomework Yankee fans Washing my neck Conceit People who are always right People who are late In-cooperative people “O.K. already vet.” “Holv mackerel!” y “Are you kiddin’?” “Great!” “Gee, George!” “Oh gee!” “Holy cow!” y “Oh joy!” “Cut it out!” “Judas!” “Holy gee!” “ Really!” “Noooo” “No kidding!” “Honesty!” “Oh. very well.” “I don’t believe it.” “Silence.” “For the laughs.” “Honest to Peter!” “()h for crying in the bucket!” “I don’t care.” “Right now.” “No kidding” “That’s what you think. “You’re a million laugh “For the love of Pete!” “Oh great!” Long hair AS WE WERE 1. RUDOLPH SAMEK 2. CLIFFORD GRABOWSKI 3. SHIRLEY DAWSON 4. EUNICE BATES 5. JACK GALLUP 6. WARREN NYBORG 7. MILDRED HOLLIS 8. ALISON STEVENS 9. SHIRLEY NORTON 10. JUNE HAMILTON 11. JANET RECKERT 12. BEVERLY BUNN 13. DOROTHY EDDY 14. CLAIRE BAUSOLA 15. ANN LASKOWSKI 16. DONALD WATERMAN 17. BARBARA WESTERMEVER 18. DOLORES LACLAIR 19. BETTY-LOU JOHNSON 20. SIXTH GRADE BASEBALL TEAM 21. LORRAINE BUNN- 22. RICHARD HEYWOOD 23. EDWARD MYERS 24. ALAN ROWLAND 25. MARGARET GALBRAITH 26. RICHARD PATZ 27. STEVE ARRE 28. STEVE GALLAS 29. ELMA PARKER 30. ELEANOR STAMM 31. ANDREA MAHAN 32. LOIS HALL 33. DOT EDDY’S BIRTHDAY PARTY 34. GEORGE OSWELL, RUSSELL MACHOL 35. JOE A LEA NO 36. ALICE SESPANIAK The 1950 Sequin 69 Jean S ills Alice S E spaniak Do N aid Waterman Lorra I ne Blinn Dor O thy Eddy War R en Nyborg Euni C e Bates Dolores L aClair Marg A ret O’Connell Alii S on Stevens Walter S chultz Dorothy O lisky Joseph A1 F ano Joh N Collins Lo I s Hall Clara Kor N ak Clair E Bausola An T bony Dauphin Bev E rly Blinn Georg E DiPace Edward Bara N ski June II amilton Betty-Lo 11 Johnson Alla N Rowland Raymon D Bolles Elina Pa R ker Russ E 11 Turgeon Ru I) olph Samek Joseph S A rthory Stephe IS Arre Howar D Jackson Clif F ord Grabowski R I chard Hall Al F red Ginn Eleanor S T amni Glad Y s Stillman 74 The 1950 Sequin Compliment« of Compliments ECKERT’S CIJLF STATION of 3271 Berlin Turnpike H. 0. Penn Telephone 9-3034 Machinery Company NEWINGTON TAXI COMPANY OPEN 7:30 A. M. TO 1:30 A. M. EVERY DAY ★ 1024 iMain Street Telephone 9-4424 136 Day Street Newington Newington's Only Service Club Salutes The Citizens of Tomorrow The 1950 Sequin 75 UNCLE EZRA . . . Extends His Congratulations and Best Wishes for Success and a Happy Future to the CLASS OF 1950 76 The 1950 Sequin Compliment Compliments of of DR. TED LENCZYK, Dentist Vincent L. Eddy PASTEURIZED DAIRY PRODUCTS BEST W ISHES TO THE CLASS OF 1950 ★ AUGGIE’S MOBILE CENTER STATION 38 Church Street. Newington 1191 Main Street Newington Telephone 3-3701 (N.B.) s u c C TO ALL E S s C L A OF '50 S s • WALTON FARMS RESTAURANT 2591 Berlin Turnpike Newington The 1950 Sequin 77 Compliments Compliments of of DR. AND MRS. SYDNEY J. HORWITZ Metro's Soda Shop Candy : Ice Cream : Lunches ARROW BRIARWOOD CLEANERS Telephone 9-008T COMPLETE LAUNDRY ANI� CLEANING 8 Stoddard Avenue Newington Telephone 9-5414 38 Cedar Street Newington Compliments of JAMES J . GORRY • PLUMBING AND HEATING CONTRACTOR • Phone 9-5226 or 6-4598 Rear of 1050 Main Street Newington 78 The 1950 Sequin Complim puts � CAVAL TOOL AND MACHINE CO. BEST WISHES Cleaners and Launderers from DRONSFIELD FLORIST MARKET SQUARE . . . NEWINGTON 1076 Main Street Newington Phone 9-516-4 Nile 6-7279 Tel. 9-3010 ★ Compliments of 612 MAIN ST. . . . NEW BRITAIN THE BUILDING PRODUCTS CO. Tel. 3-0419 TELEPHONE 9-1400 174 FRANCIS AVE. NEWINGTON The 1950 Sequin 79 REST WISHES F O R T II E RES T from RAGNA’S ESSO STATION IN Berlin Turnpike TELEVISION AND RADIO ★ GREETINGS from NEWINGTON CENTER BARBER Joseph Gilbert, Prop. Newington Television Corp. At Bob’s Radio Service 8:00 A. M. — 6:00 F. M. 1020 MAIN STREET NEWINGTON TELEPHONE 9-5633 REST W ISHES Compliments of from THE ATRAX COMPANY Bob's Radio Service “THE SHOP OF HONEST SERVICE” 240 Day Street Newington Compliment ★ of NEWINGTON HOME SUPPLY CENTER Tel. 9-5633 Newington Center (The Store with the Bis Westinghouse Sign) 1096 Main Street Newington J 80 The 1950 Sequin Compliments of THE KEENEY MANUFACTURING COMPANY NEWINGTON, CONNECTICUT Every Success to the Compliment Class of '50 of ROWLEY’S DAIRY Herbert L. Machol INSURANCE Compliment 71 Cheney Lane of Newington MR. AND MRS. PAUL I). SHIPMAN The 1950 Sequin 81 Compliments o ATLANTIC MACHINE TOOL WORKS, INC. LUCK AISD HAPPINESS Briarwool Hardware, Inc. FEED AND FERTILIZERS TO THE CLASS OF ’SO FRANK’S BARBER SHOP Frank Doniurat. Prop. 28. Main Street 1066 Main Street BEST WISHES from Telephone W. T. JACKSON, INC. 9-4712 Your Hudson Dealer 82 The 1950 Sequin BEST WISHES Hest W ishes and Lots of Lurk from to NEWINGTON PHARMACY Wm, Nelson, Ph.G. The ('.lass of 1950 Tel. 9-4042 Newington Hardware Supply, Inc. RAY L. STODDARD CO. ELECTRICAL. APPLIANCES Service and Sales NEWINGTON’S OLDEST Elm Hill Open to 8 P. M. HARDWARE STORE Compliments of CONNECTICUT STAMPING AND BENDING COMPANY The 1950 Sequin 83 KfiluKCKt L of StucUa CLASS PHOTOGRAPHER ★ Telephone 2-8905 ★ 57 PRATT STREET (HUDSON BUILDING) HARTFORD 84 The 1950 Sequin ECKERT’S DAIRY Con rutulntutns on Your Graduation! NEW BRITAIN CLARIFIED AND PASTEURIZED The House of Better Cleaning DAIRY PRODUCTS Dry Cleaning Corporation 5 Bonded Routemen Compliments 5 Convenient Stores � f PLANT AND OFFICE—411 W. MAIN ST. SUMMER’S DEPARTMENT STORE 39 MAIN ST. 96 W. MAIN ST. 45 E. MAIN ST. 1063 MAIN Newington Newington Compliments of Heat W iahea MARIE Mill-Brook Sunoco Service HAIRDRESSER Car Washing . . . Lubrication Road Service 26 Walsh Avenue Newington “Invite Us to Your Next Blow-out” Main at Dowd Street Tel. 9-5158 The 1950 Sequin 85 BEST W ISHES DRAMATIC CLUB L. G. BALFOUR CO. CLASS RINGS and CLUB INSIGNIAS Gron Lloyd 86 The 1950 Sequin AUTOGRAPHS A Twinco Yearbook, Twin City Printing Co., Champaign. Illinois. %