Newington High School - Sequin Yearbook (Newington, CT)

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Principal's Message War in Korea, guerrilla activity in Egypt, reports of corruption among officials high in our National Government, day by day living in an inflationary period, critical shortages of labor, high taxes, seeming wastefulness among governmental agencies, the specter of the draft and possible universal military training ahead for all males are just a few of the problems confronting the graduates of the Class of 1952. In an atomic age when change occurs almost as quickly as hourly radio broadcasts. bewilderment and uncertainty all tend to exert their influence on the individual trying to chart some plan of life in the years to come. One ray of hope that exerts a singular influence is the eternal optimism of youth. It has been most gratifying to note that throughout the school year members of the class have spent time and effort in considering definite plans and procedures for continued growth and advancement in the trying period ahead. It is my sincerest wish that your cherished hopes will meet fulfilment and that you will continue to grow, mature, and develop into purposeful individuals and become worthy representatives of a democratic citizenship. CL. The 1952 Sequin

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Senior Class Officers GEORGE F. GRONBACK “Take life too seriously and what is it worth?” George . . . popular . . . good-looking ... a respected leader . . . has a ready wit and sense of humor ... a good worker . . . well-dressed . . . known for his smile. Activities . . . Class Vice-President 3, President 4; Student Council 2. 3, 4. Vice-President 3. President 4: Athletic Council 2. 3. 4. Business Manager 4; A.V.E.S. 3, 4; Sequin 4. Assistant Business Manager 4; Soccer 4. EDWARD J. CALLAHAN “The head to direct, the hand to execute, the heart to understand.” Eddie . . . popular . . . friendly . . . the man about cars . . . always a new one . . . big gun for soccer champs . . . shows outstanding leadership . . . Mr. A.V.E.S himself . . . can talk his way out of anything but always “minds his manners.” Activities . . . Boys’ Glee Club 2; Social Chairman 3; Class Vice-President 4; Sequin 3. 4. Business Manager 4; Seribe 2. 3. 4: A.V.E.S. 2. 3, 4, Shipping Clerk 3. President 4; Dramatic Club 2, 3. 4. Vice-President 3; Choir 2. 3, 4; Soccer 2. 3. 4, Co-Captain 4. NANCY P. KEEN A “Happy am I, from care Pm free. Why aren’t they all content like me?” Nan . . . smiling personality . . . the life of a party . . . likes all sports, especially rooting for the Yankees . . . very active in all school functions . . . has a sincere admiration for brother “Tom” . . . not only enjoys dancing, but excels in it. Activities . . . Student Council 2, 3. 4; Dramatic Club 3. 4: Class Secretary 2. 3, 4; Sequin 4. Assistant Editor 4. JOYCE B. ANDERSON “The secret of the universe is personality and friendship.” Joycie . . . well-liked . . . respected . . . sincere . . . neat dresser . . . has unmatched personality . . . active in school and class functions . . . has the ability to think things out and make the right decisions. Activities . . . Student Council 2. 3. 4. Secretary 4; Class Treasurer 3. 4; Glee Club 2; Choir 3. 4; Sequin 4. The 1952 Sequin 9