Newington High School - Sequin Yearbook (Newington, CT)

Text from Pages 1 - 144 of the 1954 volume:

9 Senior (?CeM4 ‘Pteoente . . . •la ooo, putvyi “SiW •woA. o utnbag a p owssi siv v oveoijpoy }° SSB oi ‘OVi ‘} b 3( iwo 1111111 IT u svo p bA.o mo A. ioj puw 4S BTYp A. pn SB %TU ‘SSB 3 B SB Ayuo OU ‘sw U 'VS313 U ItVOA. IO vrQi%x vypvn I M Seated, left to right: N. Johnson. A. Schwager. D. Platt, C. Heald. K. Daly, E. Casey. Standing: R. Stingle. K. Langille. R. Picard. V. Madden. Sequin Sta i Editor-in-Chiej CHARLENE HEALD Assistant Editors EILEEN CASEY ROBERT STINGLE Business Manager VINCENT MADDEN Assistant Business Manager KENNETH LANGILLE Typing Editor ANN SCHWAGER Sports Editors KATHLEEN DALY RONALD PICARD Art Editor _................. NORMA JOHNSON Photography Editor DOLORES PLATT tUCY ROBBINS WELLES LIBRARY NEWlNGTOfj. CT. 06' '1 Sufce rcKteucCent mmm school department Town Hall Newington, Connecticut SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS JOHN W. WALLACE February 1, 195U ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT EMILLE J. COMEAU We are free to the extent that we base our opinions on evidence that we know is accurate and complete. We are enslaved to anyone whose opinions we believe without checking his reasons. We are enslaved to our prejudices to the extent that they cause our opinions to be based unfairly on other than accurate and complete evidence. Ignorance enslaves us by limiting our ability to test the truth of information and to interpret evidence. The Great Teacher said, Tou snail know the truth, and the truth shall make you free. The highest purpose of education is to help people to achieve and maintain freedom, because only as we are free can we fulfill our God-given potentialities for PxittcifoiC 'IKea aye NEWINGTON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Office of the Principal Newington Connecticut Principal Charles A. Bowes Guidance Director E. Joyce Jamer One of Connecticut's English exchange teachers recently made some interesting observations. She was most impressed by the American school relationships, wnich are on a much more democratic basis than those in England, where each grade is separated into three distinct classes: the intelligent, the mediocre, and the dull. Pupil-teacher relationships are also somewnat different in England. Quoting Miss White: In England there is a wide gulf between the two which is very difficult to span. Here, because of a way of life generally less formal, there is often a friendlier, more intimate relationship, with frequently pleasanter results for both teacher and pupil. In all probability, members of the Class of 195U have hardly given a thought during the past three years to any of the relationships which have made such a deep impression upon Miss White. The Class of 195U will be the first class to be graduated after having had three years in the new high school building. In thinking of Miss White's reference to the democratic way of life, and going back to the time when we were in the old building, evidence has presented itself from time to time that the democratic basis of school relationships has strengthened and grown these last three years. Having the senior high school as a separate identity has made the group more homogeneous. Evidence has also been shown that pupils have been thinking less of self and have given more of their time and effort to individuals within their group who have been overtaken by misfortune. For further evidences of the democratic way of life at Newington Senior High School, it is suggested that the reader turn the pages of this book and see, in mint ana picture, the examples presented by the Class of 195U. MR. JOHN W. WALLACE Superintendent of Schools MISS E. JOYCE JAMER Guidance Director Psychology MR. EMILLE J. COMEAU Assistant Superintendent S, Marilyn Elaine Anderson “Hold the fort! am coming!” Mel . . . packed with school spirit . . . always late . . . happy-go-lucky . . . “Gracie” . . . easy to know . . . enjoys arguing in P.D. Class. Girls’ Glee Club 2; Choir 3, 4; National Honor Society 4; SCRIBE 4; Student Council 3; Hi-Y 4; Auditorium Committee 3; Dramatic Club 2, 3, 4. Richard Anderson “And he will go quietly all his days.” Dick . . . has a quiet manner . . . “Zoosh” . . . works in Elmwood . . . talented artist. Lucille Ellen Arre uOne of our small dark lasses who likes to have fun” Lu . . . cute cheerleader . . . always active . . . little girl with a big appetite . . . wonderful cook . . . that Ipana smile. Class Secretary 3, 4; Hi-Y 3, 4; Reporter 4; Dramatic Club 2; Choir 2, 3, 4; Cheerleader 4; SCRIBE Publication 3, 4; Swing Club Council 3; Girls Glee Club'3; Triple Trio 4; SEQUIN 4. Henry Bajek “A modest man who never talks about himself.” Hank . . . outwardly quiet . . . likes to break pencils ... a First National boy . . . sports a 53 Pontiac. Seniors A. William Biddle 7 never let my studies interfere with my education. Bill . . . respected leader . . . snappy dresser . . . has a ready sense of humor . . . dynamic personality . . . good worker . . . loyal member of Dramatic Club. Class President 4; Class Treasurer 3; Dramatic Club 2, 3, 4, President 4; SCRIBE 2, 3, 4; Student Council 2. 3, 4; N.Y.L. 4; SEQIJIN 3, 4: National Honor Society 4. Sylvia Black Life without sports is never fun Syl . . . those whispers in class! ... a champ in badminton . . . Mr. Griswold's star babysitter ... a good sport in more ways than one. Girls' Glee Club 2; Choir 3, 4; SEQUIN 4; SCRIBE 4. Robert Blinn “Let's go! The coast is clear! Bob . . . mischievous . . . car enthusiast . . . hurries to leave homeroom ... has a fancy for blackboard erasers. William Charles Blinn “Mischief, thou are afoot. Jun . . . that '51 Lincoln hotrod . . . rather quiet ... a well-mannered lad . . . full of fun . . . knows what he's talking about. Dramatic Club 2. 3. Seniors Ruth Naomi Brodersen “So sweet the blush of bashfulness.” Ruthie . . . interested in religious work . . . quiet . . . musically inclined . . . friendly . . . expert seamstress. Dramatic Clul) 2; Girls Glee Club 2; Choir 3, 4; Octette 4: SCRIBE Publication 4; SEQUIN 4; GAA 4. Jane Gertrude Busch “Where there's fun, she's always in it. Never still for half a minute.” Jane . . . life of every party . . . basketball enthusiast . . . sees flamingoes ... to know her is to like her . . . that mischievous look in her eye. Choir 3. 4; Girls Glee Club 2; Hi-Y 4; T.B. Board 3, 4; Dramatic Club 2, 3, 4, Secretary 4; SCRIBE Publication 3, 4; Class Social Committee 2; Swing Club Council 3, 4; SEQUIN 4; SCRIBE 4; GAA 4. Warren Carlson “Oh, he's little, but he's wise, and a terror for his size.” b arren . . . quiet on the outside, mischievous on the inside . . that blue convertible ... a quick smile ... is he fun! Eileen Patricia Casey “When Irish eyes are smiling!” Casey . . . dazzling eyes . . . ‘Boops’ . . . sees flamingoes . . . ardent sports fan . . . well-known and well-liked. SEQUIN 4, Assistant Editor; Class Social Committee 2, 3; Choir 2, 3, 4; Girls’ Glee Club 2; Swing Club Council 3, 4; Dramatic Club 2, 3; SCRIBE Publication 3, 4; National Honor Society 4, Secretary 4; GAA 4. SetU n6 Philip Cirves “A steady man with a steady mind, A better friend is hard to find. Phil ... ’52 arrival from West Hartford . . . loves baseball and skiing . . . friendly smile . . . yellow Chevy convertible . . . works in Elmwood. N.Y.L. 3, 4; Baseball 3, 4; Student Council 4. Robert Clifford “A gentleman makes no noise Bob . . . one of J.P. s boys . . . makes a good buddy . . . “silence is golden . . . inquisitive . . . uses his head. Robert Crouse “Red hair that stands out in a crowd Red . . active in church work . . . enthusiastic magazine salesman . . . blushes easily . . . expert at ping-pong. Kathleen Mary Daly “If it can be done, she can do it best. Kat . . . outstanding leader . . . pint-sized but packed with personality . . . always on the go . . . energetic cheerleader. Class President 2, 3; Student Council 2, 3, 4, Vice President 3, President 4; SCRIBE 2, 3, 4, Editor 4; Cheerleader 2, 3, 4, Captain 4; Hi-Y 2, 3, 4. Vice President 3; Choir 2, 3, 4; Dramatic Club 2, 3, 4, Treasurer 3; National Honor Society 4; Swing Club Council 3, 4; CAA 4; SEQUIN 4, Girls Sports Editor. Francis Dion “When I open my lips, let no dog bark.” Francis . . . enjoys an argument . . . football fan . . . loves politics . . . “Fenn must go!” N.Y.L. 4. Marilyn Ann Duhaine “Knows when to work, knows when to play; The combination's best that way.” Marilyn . . . changeable personality . . . full of fun . . . talkative . . . loves skating and skiing . . . has a cute giggle. Dramatic Club 2, 3, 4; Girls’ Glee Club 2, 3; Choir 3, 4; Triple Trio 3, 4; National Honor Society 4; SEQUIN 4; Library Club 4; GAA 4. Ruth Rosalie Dziob “How we laughed as we labored together” Ruthie . . . cute little actress . . . good worker . . . polka enthusiast . . . nothing too hard to attempt . . . lots of fun. Girls’ Glee Club 2, 3; Dramatic Club 2, 3, 4; Class Social Committee 3, 4, Chairman 4; SCRIBE Publication 3, 4; Assistant Manager 3, Manager 4; National Honor Society 4; GAA 4; SEQUIN 4. Elizabeth Marie Edman “If you look about you, you'll often have to smile.” Betty ... a sunny disposition . . . often seen in her 50 Ford . . . dependable ... a smile for everyone. Girls’ Glee Club 2. 3; SCRIBE Publication 3. 4; SEQUIN 4. SetltOTA Alfreda Alma Eza “Beneath this mild exterior, there lies a great deal of mischief” Freda . . . friendly . . . always neat and well-groomed . . . has a pleasant smile . . . likes popular music. Choir 3, 4; Girls’ Glee Club 2; SCRIBE Publication 3, 4; SEQUIN 4. Joan Elizabeth Gavitt “ on; far that little candle throws her beams” Joan . . . pleasant . . . quiet . . . always wears a smile of friendliness . . . loves swimming and camping . . . spends leisure time training dogs. Girls’ Glee Club 2, 3. Barbara Gerick “JF io worries? Not I” Barb . . . full of fun . . . noted for her long, blond hair . . . sharp dresser . . . cute dimples. Girls’ Glee Club 2; SCRIBE Publication 3, 4. Joan Ginsberg “A good heart is worth all the best heads in the world ” Joanie . . . loves horseback riding, skating, and dancing . . . enjoys Western music . . . prankster ... has beautiful curly hair. Girls’ Glee Club 2, 3; SCRIBE Publication 4. Seacard Ronald Guala Art is the right hand of nature.” Ron . . . quiet . . . easy-going . . . loves to draw, and is very clever at it . . , likes speedboats, cars, and girls. Library Club 4. Alma Hall “There'll be a hot time in the old town tonight! Alma ... Oh! for a good time! . . . “that’s George!” . . . one of Sears and Roebuck’s efficient cashiers. Athletic Council 3, 4; Girls’ Glee Club 2; SEQUIN 4. Marion Hanisian “ don't know where I'm going, but I'll get there! Monk . . . proverbial chatterbox . . . always on the go . . . big brown eyes and curly hair . . . everybody’s pal . . . “Oh, how utterly!” Girls Glee Club 2; Choir 3, 4; Hi-Y 4; Dramatic Club 3, 4: GAA 4. Charlene Heald “ With volleys of eternal babble. Char . . . golden hair and golden voice . . . good-natured and energetic . . . fine actress . . . listens to Bill’s problems. SEQUIN 3, 4, Junior Representative 3. Editor-in-Chief 4; Choir 2. 3, 4; Dramatic Club 2, 3. 4, Vice President 3; Girls’ Glee Club 2, 3; Triple Trio 3, 4; Student Council 2, 3; National Honor Society 4; T.B. Board 3; Auditorium Committee 3; Class Social Chairman 3; SCRIBE 2, 3, 4; Swing Club Council 3. Robert Johansen “ What is to be will be.” Joe . . . dynamic and dramatic . . . will never lack for friends . . . office boy with possibilities . . . will debate on any subject. Dramatic Club 2. 3, 4; SEQUIN 4; Auditorium Committee 4. Harry A. Johnson “He will talk his way to success.” Harr ... a Swede who loves to polka . . . proprietor, employer, and employee of the 20th Century Lawn Service . . . everybody’s buddy . . . very sincere . . . idealist . . . skiing fan. Student Council 3, 4. Treasurer 3; Choir 3, 4, Chairman Candy Committee 3, President 4; A.V.E.S. 2, 3; Hi-Y 2, 3, 4; N.Y.L. 2, 3, 4; Dramatic Club 2, 3; Athletic Council 2, 3. 4; Basketball 2; Baseball 2. Joel T. Johnson “The man who loves and laughs must sure do well.” Gibb . . . welcome addition to N.H.S. from Cromwell ... exceptionally friendly fellow . . . nice-looking . . . polite . . . car enthusiast. Choir 4; N.Y.L. 4; SEQUIN 4; Dramatic Club 3, 4. Karen R. Johnson “Anything that is worth doing at all, is worth doing well.” Skiing addict . . . industrious . . . the bass in the girls’ quartet . . . neat in appearance . . . familiar face at basketball games. National Honor Society 4, President 4; SCRIBE 2, 3, 4; Choir 2, 3, 4; SEQUIN 4; T.B. Board 3, 4; Swing Club Council 3, 4; Dramatic Club 2, 3, 4. Se ttar4. Norma E. Johnson The hand that made her fair hath made her good.” Norm . . . beautiful brown eyes . . . smooth alto at All State . . . talented with a brush . . . quiet, but fun. Choir 2, 3, 4; SEQUIN 4, Art Editor; Octette 4; Library Club 4. Wallace Juchniewicz “As a man thinheth in his heart, so is he.” Wally . . . conscientious worker . . . quiet . . . likes to tinker with cars . . . good golfer . . . one of Indian Hill’s famous caddies. Soccer 2; Golf 2, 3, 4, Co-Captain 4. Lois Ellen Keeney “A little sweet, a little spice—that makes the combination nice.” Lo . . . ambitious . . . knowrv for her laugh ... a speedy stenographer . . . has a sunny disposition . . . has many friends . . . sports fan. Girls’ Glee Club 2, 3; Dramatic Club 2, 3, 4; SEQUIN 4; SCRIBE Publication 3. Eleanor Jane King “Calm and serene amid the troubled days.” Jane ... a sincere friend . . . quiet in appearance, but full of fun . . . beautiful dark hair and eyes ... a top ‘register ringer’ at the First National. Girls’ Glee Club 3, 4. Robert King “Mischief was in his eyes. Bobby ... his white bucks . . . excellent swimmer and ice skater . . . curly hair . . . easy-going. Class Treasurer 2. George Kochanowicz “Never say die! George . . . Those shoulders! . . . excels in basketball . . . member of the 103 mob . . . always carries a ‘butch. Basketball 2, 3, 4; A.V.E.S. 2, 4. Patricia Landry “A sweet attractive kind of grace Pat . . . quiet . . . ready smile . . . neat dresser . . . baseball enthusiast. Girls’ Glee Club 2, 4; SCRIBE Publication 4; GAA 4. Betty Ann Larson “Nothing is impossible to diligence. Betty . . . always smiling . . . loves sports . . . likes a good time . . . friendly. Library Club 2, 3, 4; Girls’ Glee Club 2. 3; SEQUIN 4; SCRIBE Publication 3, 4; Dramatic Club 4. Se Uvi Ida Louks “She who has friends has riches Ida ... to know her is to respect her . . . efficiency and energy wrapped up in a tremendous personality ... a skier from way bark . . . the Queen of the Junior Prom. Choir 2. 3; Hi-Y 3, 4; Dramatic Club 2. 3; Class Social Committee 3; National Honor Society 4; Cheerleader 4; Swing Club Council 3. Vincent Madden “A pretty girl, a gallon of gas, four good tires—what more could I ask?” Vinnie . . . quiet . . . excellent M.C. . . . good sport . . . neat appearance . . . well-liked . . . plays a mean sax. Student Council 4; Dramatic Club 2. 3, 4; Soccer 2; NY.L. 2, 3, 4: Boys’ Glee Club 3; Choir 3, 4; Octette 4; SEQUIN 4. Business Manager. Shirley Ann Majesky “Gentle of speech, beneficent of mind” Shirl . . . one of our class artists ... an expert driver . . . dependable . . . quiet ways ... a ready smile. Girls’ Glee Club 2. 3; SCRIBE Publication 3; Library Club 4: SEQUIN 4. Shirley Marsh “For all that is fair is by nature good” Shirl . . . glossy chcstnut-brown hair . . . special interest in Coast Guard ... a whiz at basketball . . . well-liked. Dramatic Club 2. 3. 4; Girls' Glee Club 2; Choir 3, 4; GAA 4; SEQUIN 4: Triple Trio 4. Seacard John Maselek Calm among stormy Mates.” Lanky Lou . . . quiet and unassuming . . . one of the Rover Boys ... at his best on the green . . . smart dresser . . . tall and dark with a swell personality. Class Social Committee 3; Golf 3, 4. John Ralph Nesci There is no knowledge that is not power. ' Nes . . . enjoys imitating others . . . outstanding in science and math . . . electrical wizard . . . good vocabulary. A.V.E.S. 4. Joan Nielsen The soul would have no rainbow had the eyes no tears. Joan . . . lots of fun . . . frank and earnest . . . always the maid in our school plays . . . active in sports . . . ready to lend a helping hand. Choir 3, 4; Girls’ Glee Club 2; Class Social Committee 2; Dramatic Club 2. 3. 4: Hi-Y 3. 4; SEQUIN 4; GAA 4: Swing Club Council 3, 4. Richard O'Connor The best man is the one least talked about. Rich . . . always singing through the halls ... a good-natured guy . . . loves to hike . . . his official greeting, a friendly “Hi!”. Baseball 4. Seai iA Robert Allen Olmstead “What lies behind those quiet thoughts?” A1 • . . good sport . . . clean-cut . . . gets along with everybody . . . devout Red Sox fan . . . “Williams is the best.” Choir 2, 3, 4; Boys’ Glee Club 2, 3, 4. Joan Olson “She is never at a loss for words. Joan . . . came to us from Madison . . . always laughing . . . owns her own speedboat ... has a talent for shrinking dollar bills. Choir 4; Dramatic Club 4. Dominic Paternostro “ found you in an argument. Gooch . . . life of the party . . . hustler on the soccer field . . . member of the Quarry A.C. Class Social Committee 2; N.Y.L. 3, 4; Hi-Y 4; Soccer 2, 3, 4; A.V.E.S. 2, 3; Athletic Council 3, 4. Clayton Peckham Never idle a moment, But thrifty and thoughtful of others. Clay . . . future farmer . . . ‘prove it’ . . . one of J.P.’s boys . . . have to get up early to beat him. Section Richard Perkins “The secret of success is constancy to purpose.” Rich ... a ten-letter man . . . accomplished trombonist . . . may be seen in a sporty convertible . . . pleasing personality. Soccer 2, 3, 4, Co-Captain 4; Basketball 3, 4; Golf 3, 4; Baseball 2, 3, 4, Captain 4; N.Y.L. 2, 3, 4; Athletic Council 2, 3, 4, Business Manager 4; Choir 2, 3, 4; Boys Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Library Club 2, 3; Hi-Y 4; SCRIBE 2, 3; National Honor Society 4, Treasurer 4. Roger Peterson “Manners must adorn knowledge.” Pete . . . first love—science . . . never an unfriendly moment . . . active in church affairs . . . can be seen at Nelson’s. Choir 2y 3, 4; Boys Glee Club 2, 3; N.Y.L. 3. 4; Dramatic Club 4; SEQUIN 4; Laboratory Assistant 4; Soccer Manager 3. Ronald Picard “A handsome man is he!” Bay . . . quiet till you get to know him . . . friendly . . . active in sports . . . interested in art. Basketball 3, 4; Baseball 2, 3, 4; Choir 3, 4; Hi-Y 2, 3; Boys’ Glee Club 3; SEQUIN 4; Boys’ Sports Editor. Dolores Platt “Happiness seems made to be shared.” Del ... all those pictures! . . . determination finds success— here comes the Navy. Dramatic Club 2, 3, 4; Girls’ Glee Club 2, 4; SCRIBE 4; SEQUIN 4, Photography Editor; Hi-Y 4; GAA 4; Swing Club Council 4. Nancy Elizabeth Ratcliffe “A girl I knew who lived upon a smile.” Nance . . . smooth dancer . . . loves to rollerskate . . . mischief is in her eyes . . . crazy about pizza . . . her trademark is her laughter. Girls’ Glee Club 2, 3; Swing Club Council 4. John Rogorzenski “ am so tall I have my own outlook on life.” John . . . bashful but nice . . . enjoys hard work . . . spends leisure hours at sports . . . tall and terrific. Choir 3, 4; Boys Glee Club 3, 4; N.Y.L. 4; Hi-Y 2, 3, 4, Ser-geant-at-arms 4; Library Club 2, 3, 4; Basketball 2, 4. John Scheu ‘There's a good time coming!” Skip . . dislikes Ford cars . . . yearns to live in Alaska waiting to be drafted. Gloria Thane Schmidt “Happy am , from care Vm free, Why arent they all contented like me?” Zsa Zsa . . . familiar face at the movies . . . happy-go-lucky attractive hairdo . . . that red slicker on a rainy day! . . . port from NBHS. Choir 3, 4; Hi-Y 4; SEQUIN 4; Swing Club Council 4. im- SetUonA Ann Schwager “High-erected, thoughts seated in the heart of courtesy” Ann . . . top student . . . that well-groomed look . . . exceptional sewing ability . . . Wow! such shorthand speed . . . pleasant . . . considerate. SCRIBE Publication 4; Girls Glee Club 2, 3, 4; GAA 4; SEQUIN 4, Typing Editor. Nina Shinkaruk “Mischief lurks behind those eyes of brown.” Nina . . . perpetual smile . . . fun to be with . . . friend to flamingoes . . . always a good sport . . . can’t pass up cherry pies. Dramatic Club 3, 4; Choir 2, 3, 4, Secretary-Treasurer 4; Triple Trio 4; SCRIBE Publication 3, 4; National Honor Society 4; Swing Club Council 3, 4; T.B. Board 3, 4; GAA 4, President 4; SEQUIN 4: Auditorium Committee 4, Secretary 4; SCRIBE 4. Gail Simpson “ have a heart with room for every joy” Liz . . . enjoys an argument . . . collector of a variety of amusing articles . . . interested in sports and dancing . . . loves to sing. Choir 2, 3, 4; Library Club 2, 3, 4; SCRIBE Publication 4; Poetry Club 4. Maryann Simpson “Beautiful dreamer, wake unto me ” Maryann . . . daydreamer ... the girl with a smile and a wardrobe ... top saleswoman . . . loves to design fashions . . . willing helper. SEQUIN 4; Girls’ Glee Club 2, 3; SCRIBE 4; Choir 3, 4. Maretta Smith “Joy rises in me like a summer morn.” Maretta . . . fun to be with . . . laughs easily . . . cooking . . . those high heels . . . ardent movie fan . . harmonize. Girls’ Glee Club 2, 3, 4; SCRIBE Publication 4. flair for loves to Charles Stamm “Sigh no more ladiesy sigh no more.” Charlie . . . Mr. A.V.E.S. . . . school spirit plus with his “bus” service to the games . . . assembly sleeper . . . happy and carefree. A.V.E.S. 2, 3, 4, President 4; N.Y.L. 2, 3, 4; Dramatic Club 3, 4; Swing Club Council 4. Robert Stingle “ may seem quiet, but when I get going— Bob . . . personality plus . . . versatile leader . . . talented singer .. . athletic . . . fun to be with. Class Vice President 2, 3, 4; N.Y.L. 3, 4, President 4, Vice President 3; Hi- 3, 4. President 4; Student Council 2, 4; Basketball 2, 3, 4; Soccer 2, 3, 4, Co-Captain 4; SCRIBE Publication 4; Choir 2. 3, 4; Octette 3, 4; National Honor Society 4; SEQUIN 4, Assistant Editor. Anna Swinton “ n quietness lies hidden friendship” Ann . . . quiet . . . loves to sew ... a touch of red completes every costume . . . nice to know. Girls’ Glee Club 2; Choir 3, 4; Hi-Y 4; SCRIBE 4; Dramatic Club 2, 3, 4; Swing Club Council 4; GAA 4. Scttio U Robert Tarala “ care not a pin what the world may say.” Bob . . . carefree . . . snappy dresser . . . owner of that cool. cool Ford . . . swell dancer. Class Social Committee 2. Donald Uricchio “Never in a hurry, but he gets there.” Don . . . easv-going . . . lover of boats and cars . . . always willing to help . . . friendly smile . . . you’ll find him in the Art A.V.E.S. 2, 4. Jo-Ann Villano “Faithful, trusty, and true.” Jo-Ann . . . dependable . . . always ready for a joke . . . friendly . . a good sport. Girls’ Glee Club 2, 3, 4; SEQUIN 4; SCRIBE Publication 4; GAA 4. Mildred Vlk “A lass with gentle and quiet ways ” Mildred . neat dresser . . . good cook . . . up-and-coming typist . . . photography bug . . . runs for Fox s. Girls' Glee Club 2, 3; SEQUIN 4. Setuozd Richard Wetherell frothing great uas ever achieved without enthusiasm ” Rrd . . . conscientious worker . . . lots of fun . . . trig, and I . . . he plans a million . . . distinctive personality. Choir 2. 3. 4; Boys Glee Club 2. 3: Octette 3. 4: National Honor Society 4. Vice President 4; Class Secretary 2: Student Council 3; Class Social Committee 2. 3; SCRIBE 3: T.B. Board 3, 4; N.Y.L. 2. 3. 4. Secretary 4; Library Club 2. 3: Hi-Y’ 3. 4; Basketball 2. 3. 4. Patricia Ann Whitehead “The world belongs to the energetic Pat ... a veritable dynamo . . . nice to know . . . cute little tapper ... an asset to the class. Class Treasurer 4; Class Social Chairman 2; Hi-Y 2. 3, 4; Student Council 2. 3. 4. Secretary 4; Choir 2. 3. 4; Triple Trio 3; Library Club 2. 3: National Honor Society 4: Dramatic Club 3. Elizabeth Windl “Pretty to walk with, witty to talk with, and pleasantf too, to think on.” Betty . . . pretty as a picture . . . famous for those argyles . . . neat and petite. National Honor Society 4: Girls Glee Club 2. 3: SCRIBE Publication 3. 4: Swing Club Council 3: Hi-Y' 3. 4. Secretary 4: SEQUIN 4. Loretta Young A nice appearance delights all ” Loretta . . . artistically inclined . . . clever in her work . . . one of our best dressers . . . sweet personality . . . goes for those bell-bottomed trousers . . . “Why am I always late for homeroom?” Girls Glee Club 2. 3. 4; SCRIBE 3. 4; SEQUIN 4. Tony Anthony Alfano “A merry little rogue with a merry little soul.” . . . pleasant smile . . . famous for his torn seat-covers always nice to know . . . woman-hater. Prentice Hoi ldcroft “An he has the mostest fun” Pren . . . likes a good time . . . conservative hop . . . tall and friendly . . . noted for those long side-burns . . . good dresser. Dramatic Club 3. 4. Michael Klecman “Happy is the hunter'' Mike . . . early morning riser ... a cheerful smile . . . the man behind the gun . . . likes dogs. Ralph Kenneth Langille “Every man has his moments” Kenny . . . full of fun . . . that famous hutch . . . life of any party . . . Wow! what a shine on those shoes . . . likes to hunt. Library Club 2; SCRIBE 3; Dramatic Club 2. 3. 4; SEQUIN 4. Assistant Business Manager. Matthew Wytas “Easy-going.......Ever cheerful. Matly ... a whiz on the fairway . . . 6’2” under the hoop . . . one of the three males on the SCRIBE publication staff . . . a likeable guy who’s king of the Mill Pond. Basketball 3, 4; Golf 2, 3, 4, Co-Captain 4; N.Y.L. 3, 4, Treasurer 4; Hi-Y 4; SCRIBE Publication 4. Margaret Mahan “Very charming, very sweet, just the kind you'd like to meet. Peggy . . . auburn hair . . . famous chef . . . the great hostess . . . those lovely clothes . . . returned to Newington after a year in West Hartford. Choir 2; Athletic Council 2; Student Council 2; Girls’ Glee Club 2. Left to right: R. Stingle. Vice President; R. Dziob, Social Committee Chairman; P. Whitehead, Treasurer; L. Arre, Secretary; W. Biddle, President. Se ti n tcu4, MR. WILLIAM R. JACKSON Chemistry Physics Senior Science MISS ELIZABETH S. HOLLF.RAN English Latin MRS. MURIEL W. SCOLER W' or Id History Problems of Democracy American History ‘ enteM e'i 02O6ett .... Dear Diary: I entered the new high school clutching iny map of the building and began searching for my home room, which I finally found—Well, things have settled down a little, and I’m ready to begin my first year in high school—we had a real busy day, today: Class Officers were elected. Our leaders for this year will be: President, Kat Daly; Vice President. Bobby Stingle; Secretary. Red Wetherell; Treasurer. Bob King: and Social Chairman, Pat Whitehead. I hope you don’t mind my writing so little tonight, but I’m so sleepy. I just got home—tired but happy—from our first class dance, the Sophomore Hop. The gym really looked swell, decorated with all the musical instruments you4 could think of. I took a horn as a souvenir. What a day—what a day!! Exams!! Today was the first time we’d ever had them. It’s hard to believe that I’ve learned so much (?) in such little time—I saw another bud on our tree. Ho-hum—could I possibly have spring fever—hununm. Just got back from our Class picnic, held at Lake Congamond. There were so many places of interest, but I liked one place best of all—the hot dog stand—Just think, the next time I write, I’ll be a junior. So long ’til then.— Dear Diary: Here I am a Junior, and you know. I don’t feel too different. The school hasn’t changed much over the summer—We got our class rings today. My poor wallet is sort of sick, but it was worth it because the rings make us more like a real Class— It’s election time again and this year we used the voting machines for the first time-— one hundred per cent voted, too! The Class Officers are: President. Kat Daly: Vice President, Bobby Stingle; Secretary, Lucille Arre: Treasurer, Bill Biddle; and Social Chairman, Charlene Heald. Geee—pers, time has really been flying. The basketball season is over already. It’s almost time for our Poverty Dance. I tell you. Diary, if you could have heard some of the publicity that came over the loud-speaker about the dance, you’d still be laughing. Today, we heard the Wandering Bohemian in his tea room, and yesterday, Marilyn Monpaddle “struck it poor” so that she could go—Ho, Hum!—so tired. Just got hack from the Poverty Dance and the gym really looked “poor.” Income tax forms and hobo bundles; ragged dancers and all. Marilyn Duhaine and Bill Biddle were crowned King and Queen of the Hoboes as the Hill-Billy Band played “She’ll he Coinin' Round the Mountain When She Comes.” It was great fun—but, oh. what a cleanup job tomorrow! Oh, my poor arm! The Tuberculin tests were given today—what a brave Class and what a big needle—no sympathy from the seniors, either. Things are really buzzin’ as we make ready for our gala affair—The Junior Prom —I thought this night would never get here, and now it’s over so fast! Diary, I must tell you about the gym—There were fish of all shapes, colors, and sizes all over the walls, blue and green cellophane hung down like rippling waves as blue flood lights sparkled on it. There was a rowboat and a treasure chest, even a throne of mossy rocks for our Queen of the Sea, Ida Louks, and King Neptune, Dick Wetherell. It was an ocean wonderland and a night to remember.— Has it ever been warm these past few weeks. I can hardly open a book! Guess it II be a sizzling summer. We went up to Lake Congamond yesterday on our class picnic —what a time—ohhh—my sunburn.— Dear Diary: It’s bard to realize that I’m a senior at last—looking forward to a very active last year—The contest is on!! Today. Mr. Davis challenged us to beat the New England record of magazine sales set by last year’s class—Hurra) !! Diary, we did it. We beat last year's class by selling $6,880.60 worth of magazines. Hut oh. ms achin feet— Prizes for the top salesmen were awarded at the annual magazine parts, kat Dais chose a phonograph as a reward for being to ) salesman. Next in line were Hobbs Crouse, Dolores Platt, Sylvia Black, and Bed Wetherell. also receiving prizes. Mr. Jackson’s home room did the decorating, while Mrs. Scoler’s home room put on the entertainment. Miss Holleran’s winning home room just sat hack and enjoyed it all— A good time was had by everyone—We had elections today. Diary. I he officers for our last year in school are: President. Bill Riddle: Vice President. Hobby Stingle. Secretary. Lucille Arre: Treasurer. Pat Whitehead: and Social Chairman. Ruth Dziob. The first basketball game of the season was played at Woodrow Wilson tonight, with a victory for Newington—There was a great turnout, with most of the Newing-tonites wearing blue and gold feathers. The team reall) looks swell and it promises to be an exciting season.— If you’re wondering about all that music jouve been hearing lately. Diary, its the Choir getting ready for its Christmas Concert—The concert, under the direction of Miss Keefe, was presented tonight. The Triple Trio, the Girls Glee Club, and the Octette helped to round out the program. Charlene Heald did a beautiful job as soloist. Now, we must prepare for the Spring Concert. Happy New Year. Diary! 1954 is finally here. It was brought in with much gaiety at the N.Y.L. Formal. The girls really looked nice in their gaily colored gowns—Now that the new year is here, we’re really buckling down to get the classbook out.— Oh. Diary. I’ve never laughed so hard as I did tonight at the Class Night performance. It was really a riot, and a night I II never forget.— Graduation rehearsals are now fully under way as our last year in high school draws to an end. Besides the Graduation Committee, there is a committee working on the banquet—Well. Diary, our class will soon be going out into the big. wide world, and I just want to say that I'm really proud that Pm a member of the Class of ’54. Tvcie We. the Class of 1054 of the Senior High School of the Town of Newington in the County of Hartford and State of Connecticut, being of sound mind and body, do make, publish and declare the following to he our last will and testament, herein revoking all former wills In us made. Anthony Alfano leaves his “Olds.” to Charles Davis. Richard Andersen leaves his quiet ways to David Hill. Marilyn Anderson leaves in a flurry. Lucille Arre leaves her technique with spaghetti to Phyllis Vassalo. Henry Bajek leaves his job at the First National to Donald Sanderson. William Biddle leaves without anv gas. Sylvia Black leaves her fluttering eyelashes to anyone who appreciates them. Robert Rlinn leaves with a mad dash. William Blinn leaves his flashy car to Tom Callahan. Ruth Brodersen leaves without being heard. Jane Busch leaves dramatically. Warren Carlson leaves that easy going manner to Peter Adams. Kileen Casey leaves a package of sight-savers to Nancy Anderson. Philip Cirves leaves his skill as a pitcher to John Quagliaroli. Robert Clifford leaves quietly. Robert Crouse leaves his red hair to Dick Kischell. Kathleen Daly leaves nothing undone. Francis Dion leaves with success staring him in the eye. Marilyn Duhaine leaves inches to Maureen Wesner. Bulb Dziob leaves her acting ability to Elizabeth Seymour. Betty Edman leaves “the kids” without a ride. Freda Eza leaves a package of gum to Carol Nelson. Joan Gavitt leaves to train dogs. Barbara Gerick leaves her blonde hair to Helene Hall. Joan Ginsberg leaves her horses to Judy Johnson. Ronald Guala leaves his sketches to Richard Prentice. Alma Hall leaves her fun-loving ways to Patricia Baptist. Marion Hanisian leaves without a care in the world. Charlene Heald leaves those delightfully sweet, mellow tones to Barbara Adams. Prentice Houldcroft leaves to manage a department store. Robert Johansen leaves the money for the mortgage on the cow. Ham Johnson leaves his loquacity to any quiet junior. Joel Johnson leaves his friendly smile to Tom Daly. Karen Johnson leaves her scholastic ability to John Goodrich. Norma Johnson leaves her artistic skill to Carol Marsh. Wallace Juchanievvicz leaves his mechanical proficiency to Ronnie Messenger. Lois Keeney leaves her infectious laugh to Shiela Neumann. Jane King leaves her “locks of raven hue to Agnes Maselli. Robert King leaves the art of swimming to Roy Jacobson. Michael Klecman leaves to go hunting. George Kochanovv icz leaves his job at Walt s Service Station to his brother I'ran. Patricia Landry leaves her guard position on the “Dragnets” team to Celia Alexanian. Kenneth Langille leaves his butch haircut to Bob Niemczyk. Betty Ann Larson leaves her position in the library to Joanne Johnson. Ida Louks leaves her pleasing personality to Sandra Nesta. Vincent Madden leaves with hopes of playing the saxophone in Vaughn Monroe's band. (Ztcua TOeCC Peggy Mahan leaves her titian tresses to Marilyn Donahue. Shirley Majesky leaves to buy a new Ford. Shirley Marsh leaves her long hair-do to Gerry Nugent. John Maselek leaves his height to Donald Stednian. John Nesci leaves his outstanding ability in Industrial Arts to Bill Juchniewicz. Joan Nielson leaves her enthusiasm at the basketball games to Barbara Sobanski. Richard O’Connor leaves his friendly ways to Jim Burke. Allen Olmstead leaves for UConn. Joan Olson leaves her energy to Joanne Kozakiewicz. Dominic Paternostro leaves that terrific kick in soccer to Ray Halleran. Clayton Pecham leaves on a tractor. Richard Perkins leaves his athletic ability to Peter Reckert. Roger Peterson leaves his camera to Guy Nielsen. Ronald Picard leaves his good looks to Paul Westermeyer. Dolores Platt leaves in her ’53 Nash. Nancy Ratcliffe leaves eating pizza. John Rogorzenski takes his height with him. Gloria Schmidt leaves without her appendix. John Scheu leaves his locker to anyone who can remember the combination. Ann Schwager gives Nancy back her ice skates. Nina Shinkaruk leaves her hard work on the Auditorium Committee to Connie Caudill. Mary-Ann Simpson leaves her work at the shoe store to Valmore Faucher. Gail Simpson leaves to meet Don. Maretta Smith leaves for T.W.A. Charles Stamm leaves to put out a forest fire. Robert Stingle leaves his popularity to Eddie Patz. Anna Swinton leaves her deep tan to Dot Andersen. Robert Tarala leaves to meet his friends in Hartford. Donald Uricchio leaves his seat in the front row of Study 100 to David Jones. Jo-Ann Villano leaves the responsibility for Room 107 to any junior who would appreciate it. Mildred Vlk leaves all games without a loyal supporter. Richard Wetherell leaves Sandy Martel to break in a new tenor. Patricia Whitehead leaves those dancing steps to Loeta Cowles. Betty Windl leaves her facility with words to Carolyn Stack. Matthew Wytas leaves to play golf in Florida. Loretta Young leaves all her styles to Carol Johnson. To: Miss Berry we leave a graceful modern dance class. Mr. Block we leave a new car radio. Mr. Bowes we leave a 1954 Cadillac “Sportsman.” Mr. Church we leave a box of chocolate cake mix. Miss Holleran we leave a potential winner in the Magazine Drive three years hence. Mr. Ide we leave a blank check signed by Rockerfeller. Miss Jamer we leave all our problems solved. Miss Keefe we leave our sincere gratitude for taking charge of the choir. Mrs. Keleher we leave an assistant for all her classes. Miss Kelly we leave deep appreciation for all she has done for us. Mr. Marino we give back all the supplies we have borrowed. Mrs. O’Donnel we leave a co-operative Dramatic Club. 70di Mr. I aimer we lea e him best wishes for a long, happy stay at Newington. Mr. Paskavitch we leave a jet motor for his I.A. Class. Mrs. Phillips we leave a finished home-planning room. Miss Rice we leave a quiet study hall. Mrs. Scoler we leave more and better P.D. arguments. Mr. Roberts we leave 100% participation in the purchase of A.A. Cards. Mr. Rogalski we leave a magnetized basket to draw in basketballs for our team. Mr. Jackson we leave a new air pump. Mrs. Wentworth we leave some new equipment for the Nurse’s Room. Mrs. Thayer we leave a large bottle of aspirin. Mrs. Walsh we leave an automatic telephone dialer. Mr. Wallace we leave thanks for calling off school on stormy days. Signed, sealed, published, and declared by the aforesaid Newington Senior High School Class of 1954, in the presence of us, and in the presence of each other, have hereunto subscribed our names as witnesses on the eleventh day of June, A. D., 1954. Witnesses: LORETTA ami HOB Hest Dressers BARBARA ami MATT RUTH IE and BOB Class Ueartbreakers Deepest HI ushers I___________ PAT and FR NK I lost Libels to Succeed KAREN and RICH Mode! Students NAN(A and BOB Hest Danvers LORETTA and PRE.W'i Most Original K AT and RED Did Most lor Class BETTY and PH 11 Most Sincere JOHN and HI THIE Most Bash iul KAT and BOB Most Popular KAREN and BILL Class Leaders LUCILLE and WARREN Cutest MARILYN and HARRY Most School Spirit MARILYN and DOM Most Talkative JANE and CHARLIE Class Dreamers NORMA and RONNY Class Artists ANN and ALLEN Says Least, Thinks Most MARION and MATT Best Sports JANE and HARRY Most Fun PAT and BILL RUTHIE and BILL Best Mannered Class Thespians IDA and BOB Most Respected ANN and BOB Quietest CHARLENE and VINNY Class Musicians SYLVIA and RICH Best Athletes M RIIA N and KENM Happy -Go-Lucky IDA and BILL Hest Looking RUTH IE and ROGER Most Ambitious BETH and CHARLIE Class Teasers NINA and RICHIE Friendliest INDUSTRIAL ARTS— AUTOMOTIVES J. Rogorzenski, C. Stamm, J. Nesci. J. Maselck, D. Paternos-tro, R. Blinn, G. Kociianowicz, W. Blinn. W. Juchniewicz, R. Clifford. INDUSTRIAL ARTS— WOODWORKING W. Carlson, R. Anderson, R. Ta-rala. C. Peckham, M. Klecman, H. Bajek, A. Alfano, Mr. Marino, Teacher. HOME ECONOMICS E. Casey, N. Shinkaruk, L. Young. J. Gavitt, N. Ratcliffe, Mrs. Phillips. Teacher; J. Busch, A. Hall. D. Platt, J. Villano, A. Eza, B. Edman. M. Duhaine, R. Brodersen, M. Mahan, A. Swinton. SOCIOLOGY R. Blinn, C. Stamm, G. Kocha-nowicz, D. Platt, R. Clifford, J. Maselek, C. Pcckham, R. Tarala, P. Houldcroft, H. Bajek, W. Carlson, R. King, B. Gerick, G. Carner, P. Carriere, M. Klee-man, A. Alfano, Mr. Ide, Teacher. OFFICE PRACTICE Mrs. Keleher, Teacher; J. Olson, M. Smith, R. Brodersen, J. Ga-vitt, A. Schwager, B. Larson, B. Edman, R. Dziob, A. Hall, B. Windl, J. Ginsberg, N. Shinka-ruk, S. iMajesky, L. Keeney, E. Casey, J. Villano, F. Eza. ART CLASS R. Tigno, S. Neumann, J. Johnson, M iss Keefe, Teacher; J. Nielsen, M. Simpson, K. Daly, R. Anderson. B. Lanigan. PROBLEMS OF DEMOCRACY Mrs. Scoler. Teacher; M. Ander son. R. Crouse. I. Hanisian. V Madden. . Riddle. K. Daly. R Johansen. J. Nielsen. S. Black F. Dion. H. Johnson. R. O'Cun nor. V Johnson. K. Johnson. M Wytas. M. Vlk. CONSUMERS’ MATHEMATICS Miss Fra er. Teacher; R. Johan '■m. I.. Cowles. A. Kasparewicz. YI. Simpson. M. Duhaine. P. Killian. M. Vlk. N. Ratcliffe. W . Glover. V. Madden. I). Flail. J. Gavitt. R. Kinj£. S. Black. B. Eckert. J. Maher, J. Kin . — TRIGONOMETRY V. Rlinn. M. Hanisian, R. Perkins P. Cirves. C. Heald. R. Picard. R. Crouse. A. Ohnstead. R. Stinjde. R. W etherell. PHYSICS R. Picard. R. Johansen. S. Black. K. Johnson. R. Stin«ilt . R. Perkins. Mr. Jackson. Teacher; A. Olmstead. R. O'Connor. F. Dion. SENIOR SCIENCE . lfano. J. Johnson. Mr. Jack son. Teacher: M. Klecman. D Paterno tro. I). Crricchio. Vi Juehnicwicz. K. Lanjdlle. J. Ro p� r enski. J. Nielsen. 11. J'din -on. P. Houldcrofi. J. Nesci. R Tarala. First row, left to right: G. Jennings, D. Paternostro, R. Stingle, R. Perkins, T. Anderson. Second row: E. Patz. J. Burke, J. Zimonis, P. Reckert. H. Gai, M. Shipman, R. Halleran. E. Cze-lazewicz. Third row: T. Daly. D. Gilbert, D. Patterson, J. Goodrich, Mr. Roberts, Coach; R. Bialy, D. Sanderson. R. Prescott, F. Schwager, R. Boland. Manager. Newington’s soccer team started off the season with a spurt of team spirit that seemed to be the dominating factor in deciding who was to win the first few games. It was a pure case of do or die for the Indians. Remarkable in itself is the fact that Tommy Daly played every minute of every game except for three minutes. The over-all record was disappointing though, with three wins, three ties, and six defeats. Coach Donald Roberts expects a better season in ’54 with the team headed by co-captains Peter Reckert and Robert Bialy. The situation looks promising. Co-Captains DOMINIC PATERNOSTRO RICHARD PERKINS ROBERT STINGLE Newington............_.l Newington 3 Newington..............1 Newington 1 Newington 0 Newington 0 Hall 3 Windsor 0 Wethersfield ..............0 Glastonbury 1 Ellsworth .................1 Glastonbury ...............3 Newington Newington 3 2 Newington 1 Newington 1 Newington 0 Newington Wethersfield Windsor Manchester Windsor Glastonbury Wethersfield First row. left to right: C. Kockanowiez, R. Wetherell, M. Wylas. R. Stingle, 1’. Reckert. Second row: Mr. Church. Assistant Coach; E. Czelazewicz, R. Perkins, R. Madden. M. Shipman. Mr. Rogalski, Coach. Third row; J. Rogor .enski, J. Moreschi, Manager; J. Quagliaroli, R. Picard, F. Schwager, J. Burke, Manager. 40 Newington 70 Wilson 54 39 Newington 71 at Glastonbury 39 52 Newington 51 at Southington 50 56 Newington 75 Plainville 49 37 Newington 48 Goodwin Tech. 52 53 Newington 52 Windsor 55 38 Newington at Farmington 42 Newington Wethersfield Newington 52 Southington 64 Newington Rockville Average points per game—Newington 56—Opposition 46 9 13 Newington has already qualified for the C.I.A.C. Tournament and is attempting to win the league title. The chances of acquiring it are even, with the remaining games being crucial ones. Southington leads the league at the present time, but has to face hard opposition in the games yet to l)e played. The support of the team thus far has been tremendous, and it is expected to remain so. Seeking spiritual aid. the team has made a practice of attending Church services on Tuesday and Friday mornings during the basketball season. The team is confident that the close of the season will find Newington in top place. MR. ALBERT I. CHURCH Assistant Coach Left to right: R. Vassallo, K. Daly. J. Johnson, S. Nesta, S. Neumann. J. Carlberg, L. Arre, M. Hopper. J. Belliveau. @kee’ile zder i INDIAN CHANT We are the Indians, tall and quaint, In our blue and gold war paint. We'll win tonight! We've the boys that get out and fight! H e are the redmen, up among the headmen, Fight till the end, men. Fight! Fight! SCHOOL SONG We're the sons of Newington High The best team on the field. We have the boys that do or die, A team that will not yield. Rah! Rah! Rah! H ith our colors, gold and blue. We're out to win this game. We have the boys that fight right through. Bringing Newington High to fame. ' Left to right: Mr. Paskavitch, Coach; R. Perkins, S. Lewis. R. Madden. ytas, J. Maselek. Madden. R. Tarala. W. Juchniewicz, M. 7c Zc4t SCHEDULE -j NEW BRITAIN FARMINGTON WETHERSFIELD WEAVER BULKELEY MANCHESTER Expect to enter State Tournament 1954 BASEBALL TEAM April 30— at Southington May 4— at Plainviile May 7— Farmington May 11— Southington May 14— at Wilson May 18— at Wethersfield May 21— Berlin May 25— Windsor May 28— Plainviile June 1— at Farmington June 7— at Rockville June 8— Glastonbury The baseball season gets into full swing on the thirtieth of April with a twelve-game schedule. More than eight lettermen will return to take over old positions. With hard work the team should make a good showing this year. The success of this year’s team depends upon the pitcher’s ability to hold the opposition down. First row, left to right: Miss Berry, Advisor; S. Buden, E. Waterman, J. Doolittle, D. Anderson, N. Shinkaruk, P. Vassallo, M. Hanisian, S. Marsh, M. Rendero. Second row: D. Platt, B. Richter, M. Thayer, M. Wesner, P. Baptist, M. Hopper, M. Duhaine, J. Busch, E. Casey, S. Black. Third row: A. Mazotas, J. Hollings, E. Kulesa, A. Jamison, J. Villano. P. Landry, A. Schwager, J. Nielsen, K. Daly, B. Nyborg. Fourth row: J. Olmstcad, M. Roscen, E. Yungk, M. Coughlan, L. Banulski. N. Hallberg, M. Anderson. R. Brodersen, A. Swinton. s4t6Cetcc 4d4acc zti m The Girls’ Athletic Association, organized this year by our new gym teacher, Miss Joan Berry, is an activity which provides for an intramural and competitive sports program for girls. Its charter calls for three executives: president, vice president, and secretary-treasurer. Official membership is gained by the participation in afterschool sports a minimum of five times. A point system has also been established whereby members may earn school letters through their participation. The letter be ing increased in size with the increase in number of participations. Meetings are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays for sports and occasionally for a social. OFFICERS President NINA SHINKARUK Pice President ................ PHYLLIS VASSALLO Secretary-Treasurer DOROTHY ANDERSON First row, left to right: B. Sobanski, J. Belliveau, P. Baptist, M. Del Dona, J. Kozakiewicz, C. Larson, W. Biddle, P. Vassallo, J. Busch, K. Johnson, A. McCaw, Mrs. O’Donnell, Advisor. Second row: E. Seymour, V. Dildalian, S. Rochette, J. Carlberg, M. Hopper, C. Doyle, A. Lincoln, L. Keeney, D. Platt, R. Dziob, B. Larson, A. Swinton, H. Griffin, C. Johnson. Third row: K. Daly, E. Brodersen, C. Anderson, J. Doolittle, D. Clarkin, N. Hallberg, S. Soehle, L. Banulski, C. Heald, M. Hanisian, M. Anderson, M. Duhaine, N. Shinkaruk. Fourth row: A. Drieu, J. Nielsen, C. Marsh, N. Anderson, J. Easton, M. Donahue, C. Britt, M. Casey, S. Marsh, M. Roseen, E. Gadsen. Fifth row: R. Jacobson, R. Arel, W. Sweeney, R. Boland, R. Peterson, M. Shipman, V. Madden, V. Faucher. Sixth row: J. Zimonis, P. Reckert, B. Anderson, C. Davis, P. Houldcroft, K. Langille, J. Johnson, C. Stamm, R. Johansen. D%cuttatcc Ccc The Dramatic Club, under the direction of Mrs. Marion O’Donnell, plays a major role in the school’s activities. There is an annual production, usually given in the fall. This year the club has been interested not only in acting and stage setting, but also in make-up. At each of the monthly meetings a short play is given by the members to test their acting ability. OFFICERS President -------------------------------WILLIAM BIDDLE Vice President----------------------- PHYLLIS VASSALLO Secretary ---------------------------------- JANE BUSCH Treasurer -------------------------------- CARL LARSON First row, left to right: C. Johnson, B. Rhodes, H. Johnson, P. Whitehead, K. Daly, R. Madden, S. Neumann, J. Carlberg. Second row: Miss Rice. Advisor; N. Benson. A. Drieu. W. Johnson. C. Larson, D. Stedman. S. Martel. Third row: T. Daly, P. Cirves, W. Biddle. V. Madden, R. Stingle, R. Turner, R. May. Student XUKCit The aim of the Student Council this year has been to increase school spirit, to promote better student-faculty relations, and to develop a sense of responsibility on behalf of the students toward their school. The Council holds membership in the Connecticut Federation of Student Councils and the New England Student Government Association. Representatives of Newington attended the annual week-end conference of NESGA in the spring of 1953 and are members of the executive committee. During the past year the Council has sponsored a dance, the Junior Red Cross Membership Drive, and Student Day. Our Christmas service project was the collection of games for Cedarcrest Sanitori-um. The Council is also studying a point system for officers in student organizations and eligibility for club membership. OFFICERS President .......................... KATHLEEN DALY Vice President RICHARD MADDEN Secretary ................. PATRICIA WHITEHEAD Treasurer ................................... HARRY JOHNSON First row. left to right: B. Sobanski, E. Seymour. M. Anderson. K. Daly, P. Killian, K. Johnson. A. Swinton, Miss Holleran, Advisor. Second row: L. Paternostro, A. Mazotas. S. Black, P. Vassallo, D. Platt. C. Marsh, C. Johnson. H. Hall. Third row B. Richter, L. Young, N. Shinkaruk, J. Busch, N. Hallberg, S. Soehle, L. Banulski, N. Anderson, C. Heald. Fourth row: M. Thayer, C. Tracy, M. Donahue, J. Easton, J. Druce, S. Nesta, M. Hopper. C. Doyle. A. Kasparewicz. Fifth row: M. Simpson. E. Waterman, J. Romans, W. Biddle, M. Shipman, R. Tollczyk, S. Neumann, B. Lanigan. The Scribe endeavors to capture the news of the school, current social gatherings, and athletic events, and to develop interesting features. This is its seventeenth year of publication. The paper comes out as a mimeographed copy. This year the Christmas issue was done on a multilith machine, an improvement over the present mimeograph in that it also handles snapshots. Appearing monthly, the Scribe contains items by alert reporters from all three grades. With forty-one members, the organization holds meetings on Friday for sophomores, and on Monday for juniors and seniors. OFFICERS Editor KATHLEEN DALY Circulation and Business Manager PATRICIA KILLIAN ] UL£ SCKIBE Volume XV 11. No. 4 _ Newmgton Hich School IWmlvrl'K Students Honored Morel Groups to Present Music Festival 1 -V- 1 ' '1 Il 1 i_jo.i.WA j y 1 0 XU1 OO r -L tt. U L) Nancy Ratcliff, Nina Shink-aruk, Robert Stingle. Juniors: Nancy Anderson, Richard Arel, Lucy Banul-ski, Robert Bialv, James Burke, Donald Carl son, (Continued on page 11) “Poot- “PfolteUuf peottottieo to PtevoUl 'Twas the night after Christmas is the theme for the dress-up dance being given by St. Mary's CYO, December 26, in the Senior High gym from 8 to 11. The hard-working chairmen of the committees are: Decorations, Patricia Killian; Refreshments, Barbara Adams; Tickets, James BurKe; Entertainment, Richard Madden and Publicity, William Sweeney. xxgncmg. rosters will oe distributed in local business establishments to advertise this project. (Continued on page 11) Noisemakers and merry-maxing will usher in th New Year at the Newingtoi Youth Legion Formal December 3I in the higl school gym from 9 P.M. t 1 A.M. Sam Remetta will, furnish the Music. Alumni are expected to joii students in enjoying the festivities. The general chairmer of the dance are Vincenl Madden ind William Biddle, Richard Madden is in charge of refreshments. All the members of the N.Y.L. will don thei: bluejeans to mount the ladders for decorating the gym. Streamers, balloons, and the usual paraphernalia of the holiday seasor will adorn the gymnasium. The sixty-member chorus, directed by Miss Jaqueline Keefe, took part in two concerts this year. Handel’s “Hallelujah, Amen” and a medley from “Oklahoma” were features of the programs. Many secular songs as well as religious numbers were included. The constitution and rules of the Choir are set up by a board composed of the part-leaders and officers of the Club. OFFICERS President _____________ . Harry Johnson Secretary-Treasurer Nina Shinkaruk OCTETTE The Octette is made up of eight outstanding members of the Mixed Choir. It performs at all of the regular concerts, at the appearances of the Choir, and before outside groups. The members work hard and are a credit to the school’s music program. TRIPLE TRIO This self-directed group of nine girls contributed greatly to the annual music concerts. Close harmony and novelty of presentation has been their goal. Appearances at community functions is part of the group’s program. GIRLS’ GLEE CLUB A small but melodious group of voices added a light touch to the annual concerts of the Music Department. The Girls’ Glee Club sang such favorites as “Gesu Bambino” and “Swanee River,” with piano accompaniment by one of the members of the club. First row, left to right Miss Keefe, Advisor; M. Duhaine, S. Martel, N. Shinkaruk, H. Johnson, N. Johnson, W. Hamilton, C. Heald, K. Stingle, P. Baptist, J. Druce. Second row: C. Johnson, M. Simpson, L. Banulski, N. Anderson, A. Lincoln, J. Hunter, J. Olm-stead, C. Anderson, E. Brodersen, N. Hill, R. Brodersen. Third row: F. Eza. J. Busch, E. Casey, S. Neumann, J. Carlberg, K. Johnson, M. Wesner, L. Cowles, B. Adams, J. Marshall. Fourth row: J. Belliveau, M. Hopper, M. Anderson, S. Marsh, P. Whitehead, S. Black, M. Hani-sian, K. Daly, A. Swinton. Fifth row: M. DelDona, S. Nesta, J. Rogorzenski, V. Faucher, R. Perkins, R. Picard, V. Madden, M. Shipman. Sixth row: N. Benson, A. Edman, R. Tollczyk, R. Terseck, I). Sanderson. R. Jacobson, A. 01m-stead, G. Jennings. First row, left to right: M. Roseen, M. Whitman, P. Clarkin, A. DiMarzio, M. Thayer, E. Waterman, J. Villano, Miss Keefe, Advisor. Second row: M. Smith, B. Sokolowski, M. Olson, E. Gadsen, B. Richter, S. Soehle, A. Schwager. Third row: J. King. C. Nelson, C. Caudill, S. Beck, B. Rhodes, J. Doolittle, P. Landry. tyiee @lti Top, left to right: J. Belliveau, M. DelDona. Miss Keefe, Advisor; L. Arre. S. Marsh, M. Duhaine, M. Anderson, N. Shinkaruk, J. Olmstead. At Piano: C. Heald. Bottom, left to right: R. Wetherell, S. Martel, R. Brodersen, N. Johnson, J. Carlberg, B. Adams V. Madden, R. Stingle. Left to right: D. Gilbert, R. Carlson, M. Louks. J. Nesci, G. Kochanowicz, P. Reckert, J. Zimonis. T. Gallichio, A. Legall. T. Callahan, C. Stamm, D. Libretta, W. Sweeney, W. Smith, R. Chamber-lain, Mr. Ide, Advisor. VS-S. This group of fifteen boys is organized to show films and slides to the classes of Newington High. During the 1953-54 school year, they showed a total of 127 films, many of them repeated several times in a day. In addition to this service, the club presented a monthly newsreel program in the library. The group’s community service is extensive. Two movie-projectors, a Vu-Graph. a tape-recorder, and three filmstrip projectors are available to any Newington organization. OFFICERS President CHARLES STAMM Vice President THOMAS CALLAHAN Secretary-Treasurer ANTHONY GALLICHIO First row. loft to right: Mr. Huberts, Advisor; H. Johnson, A. Hall, R. Perkins, D. Paternostro. Second row: C. Marsh. C. Johnson, L. Paternostro, B. Adams. Third row: R. Prescott. R. Chamberlain. J. Burke, C. Larson. J. Zinionis. B. Anderson. rft Cetcc @octwciC The main purpose of the Athletic Council is to sponsor the inter-scholastic sports. It has charge of the tickets for admission to the basketball games and sells A.A. Tickets to help pay the expense of uniforms and game officials. These tickets entitle the holders to half-price admission to all home basketball games and to some games away from home. The Council also sells sweat shirts, banners, and other such items to promote school spirit. At the end of the basketball season a dance is sponsored by this organization. This group is supervised by Mr. Donald Roberts, athletic director. The business manager is Richard Perkins. Seated: Mrs. Wentworth, Advisor; K. Johnson. Standing: N. Shinkaruk, R. Wetherell, J. Busch. 7 wut The T. B. Board strives to prevent tuberculosis front spreading in Newington High School. Each year the Junior Class is tested by vaccine shots with 100 per cent participation as the goal. The local board is part of a group front greater Hartford which meets each month for discussion and recreation. Seated, left to right: R. Wetherell, E. Casey, Miss Jamer, Advisor; R. Perkins, K. Johnson. Standing: P. Whitehead, E. Windl, R. Dziob, C. Heald, R. Stingle, W. Biddle, M. Duhaine, N. Shinkaruk, M. Anderson, K. Daly. 'TtctfiottcU attar Society The Newington Chapter of the National Honor Society was founded in 1940 with eight members, belonging. This year fifteen students, one of the largest groups in the history of the society, were qualified to become members. All members are required to have an average of eighty-five or better in order to qualify. They are then chosen on the basis of character, leadership, and service. The main function of the Honor Society is to compile the honor roll at the end of each marking period. An alumni file of past graduates was kept up by this year’s members. The group also has offered help to other students who were having difficulty in their subjects. OFFICERS President KAREN JOHNSON Vice President RICHARD WETHERELL Secretary .......................... EILEEN CASEY Treasurer RICHARD PERKINS Second row: R. Prescott, R. Peterson, J. Quagliaroli, R. Perkins V Madden P. Reckert, R Hal' leran, Mr. Block, Advisor. ’ m Third row: F. Dion. A. Legall. P. Cirves. I), Paternostro. H. Johnson J Rogorzenski. J- Johnson. T. Callahan. “ ' Fourth row: E. Patz. T. Anderson, W. Biddle. J. Burke. B. Anderson. F. Schwager, C. Peckham. J. Moreschi. 'tyocct l The Newington Youth Legion is a group of thirty boys, organized to help better the school and to provide activities for its members. They have purchased and installed an electric scoreboard in the gym, have laid plans for a war memorial, and have tried to support school functions. Each year they have held a successful scrap drive, a Thanksgiving Party, and a New Year’s Eve Ball, and other events. The organization is advised by Mr. Waldemar Block and Mr. Ralph Curtis. OFFICERS President ................. ROBERT STINGLE Vice President .................. RICHARD MADDEN Secretary RICHARD WETHERELL Treasurer .......... -........... MATTHEW WYTAS Standing, left to right: R. Hallin, M. Whitman, N. Johnson, S. Mrs. O Donnell, Advisor. Seated: A. Hall, M. Duhaine. B. Larson, S. Majesky. Missing from picture: R. Guala, A. Olmstead, J. Burke. Beck’ J- Johnson. B. Rhode The Library Club is an organization made up of students selected by their English teachers, and headed by Mrs. Marion O’Donnell. Its chief aim is to help students select books The members arrange shelves, decorate the room during the holidays, and. in general, make the library a more attractive place. Head Student Librarian BETTY ANN LARSON First row, left to right: Mrs. Keleher, Advisor; A. O’Connor, P. Baptist, A. McCaw, R. Dziob, J. Belliveau, M. Wesner, J. Johnson, M. J. DelDona. Second row: J. Kosakiewicz, D. Raffo, H. Griffin, R. Brodersen, L. Arre. B. Windl, E. Casey, N. Shinkaruk, J. Busch, A. Eza. Third row: R. Stingle, L. Pisk, M. Smith, J. Ginsberg, B. Gerick, B. Edman, B. Larson, P. Landry, J. Villano, A. Schwager, R. Guerreri. Scnc e 'Pu Ctc tto t This club publishes the monthly school newspaper, Scribe. The work consists of typing the articles received from the literary staff on to dummies. Pages are set up from these dummies and retyped on to stencils. When all stencils are run off on the mimeograph machine, the pages are then assembled and stapled together, ready for distribution. OFFICERS Publication Manager ................ RUTH DZIOB Assistant Manager ............... ALICE McCAW First row, left to right: A. Kasparewicz, M. Rendero, M. Del Dona N Rar, . • Johnson, K. Daly, V. Murphy, C. Tracy, B. Lanigan. M. Shipman, H. Second row: B. Eckert, B. Adams. C. Britt. J. Belliveau. J. Druce, Vassallo, D. Platt, A. Swinton, B. Nyhorg. P- Baptist, K. Johnson, P. Third row: B. Del Grosso. D. Anderson. E. Landry. A. Anderson. M. Donahue I ir Waterman. B. Sokolowski, C. Nelson, J. Romans. L. Paternostro. ’ ' Easton, ■. Fourth row: Mr. Bowes, Advisor; G. Schmidt, N. Ratcliffe. R. Chamberlain. R. MeCrae. D. Hill. R. Cuerreri. J. Nielsen. Fifth row: R. Messenger. R. Jacobson, A. Hansen. H. Chodkowski M Loi.W T. Gallichio. R. Tollczyk. ’ ' Ks A Legall, D. Jones. T. CallahaR- 'ca'i B°la,’d' K' Arnd'’ C Larson- K Tu er, D. Oilbert. C. Stamm, ted- The purpose of the Swing Club Council is to provide entertainment for the stu-dents every Saturday night. Committees to take care of tickets, coats, records and set-up have been formed to rut. the Saturday night meetings. This year’s Swing Club Council has many new members who have put time and effort into making the coun-cil a successful club. OFFICERS MARK SHIPMAN HARRY JOHNSON NANCY BARANSKI KATHLEEN DALY President Vice President Secretary Treasurer ............ First row. left to right: R. Perkins, M. Thayer, P. Whitehead, L. Arre, M. Hopper, R. Stingle, B. Windl, S. Neumann. Second row: B. Richter, M. Anderson, M. Hanisian, J. Busch, D. Platt. K. Daly, J. Nielsen. P. Vassallo, A. Swinton. Third row: H. Hall, M. Whitman. T. Anderson. T. Callahan. I). Paternostro. H. Johnson, J. Ro-gorzenski, M. Wytas. Fourth row: Mr. Block. Advisor; S. Martel. J. Moreschi, P. Reckert, J. Zimonis, F. Schwager. M. Lotiks, C. Larson. Miss Clark. Advisor. I'nder the guidance of Miss Margaret Clark and Mr. Waldemar Block, the Newington Hi-Y began its third year as a club in our school. Each year the Hi-Y presents a twenty-five dollar Savings Bond to a Senior boy or girl who best lives up to the Hi-Y platform, which is “Clean Speech, Clean Sportsmanship, Clean Scholarship, and Clean Living.” Their project for Christmas this year was the making and filling of stockings for the Crippled Children’s Home. Pot-luck suppers, parties, sports nights, business meetings, visits to other clubs, and county-wide events were included in their program. OFFICERS President Vice President Secretary .... Treasurer ______ Reporter ------- Sergeant-at-Arms ......... ROBERT STINGLE MARGARET HOPPER .......... BETTY WINDL IDA LOUKS .......... LUCILLE ARRE ...... JOHN ROGORZENSKI Left to right: J. Easton, C. Caudill, N. Shinkaruk, Mrs. Keleher, Advisor dcrson, M. Louks. 4ucUtonici tt The Auditorium Committee is a newly-formed organization which meets monthly to arrange the auditorium programs. At the beginning of the year the committee contacts several school assembly companies to see what is available. Selections are made for the entire year on the basis of interest and ability to meet expenses. Other details necessary for carrying on the programs are also taken care of by the Committee. OFFICERS Secretary NINA SHINKARUK First row. left to rijiht: . Ia l len. . Schwajier. . Johnson. C. Hrald. R. St ingle. K. Casey. I). Platt. K. Daly. K. Langille. Sofc omate The Sophomore Class, although newcomers to our school, has done well, boasting a very successful Sophomore Hop to its credit. This dance was held on November 6. 1953. with “Blue Moon” as its theme. OFFICERS President ARTHUR LEGALL Vice President ROBERT GAI Secretary ......................... BETTY NYBORG Treasurer ........................ BEVERLY KNAUS Social Chairman MAXINE RENDERO The Junior Class commenced the school year with the election of officers. The first social event sponsored by the Class was the Poverty Dance. Next they put on the annual Junior Prom, the outstanding formal affair of the school year. OFFICERS President l ice President Secretary Treasurer Social Chairman EDWARD PATZ CAROL DOYLE HELENE HALL CAROL JOHNSON SANDRA NEST A Left to right: B. Knaus, Treasurer; B. Nyborg, Secretary; A. Legal!. President; M. Rendero. Social Committee Chairman; R. Gai, Vice President. flcution, C icen Left to right: S. Nesta, Social Committee Chairman: C. Johnson. Treasurer; E. Patz. President; C. Doyle, Vice President; H. Hall. Secretary. JUNIOR PROtt 'tyacc Anthony Alfano—not laughing at Dominic? Marilyn Anderson—on time? Richard Anderson—unable to draw? Lucille Arre—with blonde hair? Henry Bajek—chubby? William Biddle—with a full tank of gas? Sylvia Black—disliking sports? Robert Blinn—liking girls? William Blinn—careless about his attire? Ruth Brodersen—not blushing? Jane Busch—not seeing “Flamingos?” Warren Carlson—reaching 6 feet 2 inches? Eileen Casey—refusing to help? Robert Clifford—noisy? Robert Crouse—with straight hair? Kathleen Dal)—unpopular? Marilyn Duhaine—speechless? Ruth Dziob—without that “extra” task to do? Betty Edman—walking instead of riding? Freda Eza—unfriendly? Joan Gavitt—never patronizing the school cafeteria? Barbara Gerick—wide awake? Joan Ginsberg—not wanting to ride a horse? Ronald Guala—liking Industrial Arts? Alma Hall—working in Montgomery Ward’s? Marion Hanisian—a good cook? Charlene Heald—singing bass? Prentice Houlderoft—without sideboards? Robert Johansen—liking curious women? Harry Johnson—getting some “extra credit? Joel Johnson—disliking cars? Karen Johnson—with low grades? Norma Johnson—minus her paint box? Wallace Juchniewicz—being unpleasant? Lois Keeney—without that charming smile? Robert King—allergic to water? Michael Klecman—losing his gun? George Kochanawicz—with one job? Patricia Landry—talking “a mile a minute?” Kenneth Langille—without his wit? Betty Ann Larson—not signing library passes? Ida Louks—without that courage which has inspired all of us? Vincent Madden—playing a piccolo? Shirley Majesky—winning an oratorical contest? Peggy Mahan—without freckles? Shirley Marsh—with short tresses? , John Maselek—just 5 feet tall? John Nesci—lacking interest in electricity? Joan Nielsen—missing a basketball game? Richard O’Connor—wearing a frown? Allen Olmstead—unwilling to help in class activities? Joan Olson—missing a chance to skate? Dominic Paternostro—not mimicking? Clayton Peckham—sleeping until noon? Richard Perkins—non-athletic? Roger Peterson—working in “Shipman’s?” Ronald Picard—minus a ready laugh? Dolores Platt—losing her camera? Nancy Ratcliffe—a poor dancer? John Rogorzenski—with small feet? John Sheu—getting 100 in spelling? Gloria Schmidt—serious minded? Ann Schwager—failing shorthand? Nina Shinkaruk—lacking that friendliness? Gail Simpson—without a hobbv? Maretta Smith—missing a good movie? Charles Stamm—in class? Robert Stingle—lacking in leadership? Anna Swinton—causing a class disturbance? Robert Tarala—in dungarees and a sweat shirt? Donald Uricchio—not wearing flashy shirts? Jo-Ann Villano—enjoying smorgasbord? Mildred Vlk—lacking that pleasant manner? Richard Wetherell—allowing his hair to grow an inch? Patricia Whitehead—losing her tap shoes? Betty Windl—minus the twinkle in her eyes? Loretta Young—without that well-groomed look? Matthew Wytas—without a golf club? r O' o Ul u CO CO -4 CJ NAME HOBBY Alfano, Anthony Andersen, Richard Hunting Stamp collecting Anderson, Marilyn Arre, Lucille Rajek, Henry Riddle, William Playing the piano Eating, baking Drag racing Photography Black. Sylvia Blinn. Robert Blinn. William Driving Cars Eating Brodersen, Ruth Busch, Jane Sewing Eating, movies Carlson, Warren Casey, Eileen Cirves, Philip Clifford, Robert Crouse, Robert Daly, Kathleen Hunting Hunting flamingoes Athletics Cars Stamps Art Dion, Frank Duhaine, Marilyn Dziob, Ruth Running Sewing, hunting Flamingoes Baking Edman, Betty Eza, Freda Cooking Movies, eating Cavitt, Joan Gerick, Barbara Dog training Ginsberg. Joan Horseback riding Guala, R nald Hall, Alma Drawing Clothes Hanisian, Marion Playing basketball Heald, Charlene Music PET PEEVE School days Work Conceited people Stories which begin “When I was a youth—” People who are late 42 Mercury People who talk with food in their mouths Critics Pedantic individuals LIKES New York Yankees Drawing Swedish pastry, coffee Dancing, basketball Cadillacs An argument in P.D. Sports, dancing A nice car A nice car Football, music To have a good time New cars Movies, traveling Girls Hunting, fishing Basketball, girls Cheerleading New York Giants Skiing, roller skating, camps Polkas, grinders, clothes ' Driving, skating Popular music, football, basketball Food Dancing, music, clothes. Bobs Horses, square dancing, sports Cars, boats Dancing, excitement. George Clothes, dancing, music College men Egotists Women drivers Being two seconds late Boys who crack their knuckles Moaners, brownies Prejudiced people People who are late Yankees Exams Making beds. Show-offs Cruelty to animals Gossipers Getting ready for school Insincerity FAVORITE EXPRESSION “Let’s face it.” “You I like, but you I dunno.” “The whole hand. ’ “But def.” “At ease.” “Quel Domage!” “I hate you!” “Yeah you!” “Let’s go!” “No sir!” “Ya scared the liver out of me!” “The greatest!” “Oh kill it!” “Of all the luck!” “What do you say! “I’m with you!” “That’s true!' “Dizzy lizzie!” “Let’s face it!” “Nasty break!” “Oh dear!” “Oh Ish!” “I don’t care.” “Ya know.” “Oh, come on!” “Watch that stuff! “Oh, how utterly!” “Thou art a bird!” NAME Houldcroft, Prentice Johansen, Robert Johnson, Harry Johnson, Joel Johnson, Karen Johnson, Norma luchniewicz. Wallace Keeney, Lois King, lane King. Robert Klecman, Michael Kochanowicz, George Landry, Patricia Langille, Kenneth Larson. Betty Ann Louks, Ida Madden, Vincent Mahan, Margaret Majesky, Shirley Marsh, Shirley Maselek, John Mesci, John Nielsen, Joan O'Connor, Richard Olmstead, Allen Olson, Joan HOBBY Eating Radio, television Cars, electricity, sports F ixing cars Sewing, drawing Golf Ice skating Hunting Sports Cooking Hunting, driving a '41 DeSoto Reading Skiing Playing the sax. golf Collecting miniature dogs Art Basketball Golf Electricity Going to basketball games Sports Collecting records Boats LIKES PET PEEVE FAVORITE EXPRESSION Blondes People who have “I read it but I nose trouble don’t understand it. Food, Fords People who chew gum and talk at the same time “Do me a favor.” Music, skiing Getting up for “You’re OK, but school in the morning. you’re all shot!” Custom rods, typing, science Grouchy people “Can’t see it!” Dancing, skiing, New Hampshire, people Sloppy people “Be good!” “Camp-of-the-Woods” Exams “Oh no!” Swimming, hunting Show-offs “You're crazy! Clothes, popular Oral reports “What’s coinin' music off?” Pat Bossy people “Honestly!” Swimming Prejudiced people “Oh yeah?” New York Yankees School, Red Sox Yankees Red Sox fans Swimming, baseball, bowling Pessimists “For heaven’s sake! ' Lots of pay — little work “No Hunting” signs “Ah Rhiba!” Red Sox Conceited people “Oh yeah!” Clothes, cheerleading Hospitals “Myron!” Math, music, Dodgers Deserters of the “It’s good to be Bachelor’s Club Irish!” Dancing, cooking Cracking gum “Ho-woa!” Popular music Show-offs Roller skating, ice cream, French fries Insincere people Heavenly days!” Ready cash Yankee Fans “Get out lad!” Science, mathematics Complaining customers, too much homework “Yah” Skiing, strawberry shortcake, Red Hot-rod drivers “Big deal!” Hiking, baseball Moody people “How about those Giants!” Red Sox Poor drivers “Oh, yeah?” Singing, playing piano Homework “Ya know!” NAME HOBBY LIKES Paternostro, Dominic Fixing cars Spaghetti and meatballs Peckham, Clayton 7 J Sports Yankees Perkins. Richard Golfing Sports, girls Peterson, Roger Pilgrim Fellowship Clothes, music Picard, Ronald Basketball, baseball Betty, food, “Excellent on report cards Platt. Dolores Traveling Bowling. Russ Ratcliffe, Nancy Roller skating Dancing Rogorzenski, John Sports Scheu, John Water sports Food Schmidt, Gloria Playing the piano Rollercoasters Sell wager, Ann Sewing Red Sox Shinkaruk. Nina Hunting flamingoes Sports, music. French fries Simpson, Gail Records, collecting Sleeping, classical dolls music, Don Simpson, Maryann Designing clothes Dancing. Dick Smith, Maretta Collecting dolls Cooking Stamm, Charles Rummaging through old things Girls Stingle, Robert Staying out nights Sports, pizza, sleeping Swinton, Anna Drawing Music, skating, swimming Tarala, Robert Golf Clothes I'ricchio, Donald Fixing cars Yankees Villano. Jo-Ann Collecting salt and pepper shakers Movies. T.V., cooking Vlk. Mildred Photography Sew ing, boating, sports Wethcrell, Richard Chemistry Football, basketball. Joan Whitehead. Patricia Playing the piano Dancing Windl. Betty Knitting argyle Dancing, basketball socks games. Bay Wytas, Mathew Golf Pickle and peanut butter sandwiches Young. Loretta Art, movies Records, boats, clothes. Chuck PET PEEVE FAVORITE EXPRESSION Inquisitive people Hot-headed people Girls who smoke “You know it!” “Really!” Reckless drivers Long, messy, uncombed hair Girls smoking Lazy people Redheads Fords Conceited people Getting up in the ‘Til clue ya!” “That’s beside the point!” “For crying out loud!” “Get out!” “Oh my gosh!” “Yes. yes!” “Get serious!” “Holy Hannah!” morning Damp mornings “Details, always details Relatives saying, ‘My how you’ve grown. “Bullfish!” Girls who wear dungarees in public Conceited people Gabby girls, people who smoke Girls who crack their “Hey wait a minute now ! “No kidding!” “Don’t get mad now. we re only talking!” “Get off it!” gum Gum chewing “Big deal!” People who don’t smile “You know it too!” “Hello there Sapphire! People who snap their gum Falseaccusations “Eh!” Catty girls “Get lost!” Conceited people People who lie “Crumb!” “What a bird ” Grendels “You bet!” Getting up in the morning “Aw, come on— you know!” V ERE 20e re t t t e '7teev 1 County Hi-Y Induction Held At Manchester Two hundred HI recently attended nual County H� the Manchester the following ' field Alpha, Plainville I Newington I Hi-Y; Glas Chester Sr. Hi-Y; Simsl field Tri Hi-Gamma Hi-One hundi members wer kf e Induction Tei of members from .igton Hi-Y Club. President Bon Stingle, Vice President. John Rogarzen-ski, Secretary Margaret Hopper, Treasurer Kathleen Daly, Chaplin Joan Nielson, Reader. Betty Wind! and Counselor Miss Margaret E. Clark. The Induction was welcomed by Lewis Fox, president of the Hartford County YMCA and the address was given by H. Parker Lansdale III. Boys’ Work Secretary of the New Haven YMCA. An informal dance followed and refreshments. The Manchester Sr. Hi-Y Club was the host and did an excellent job. Basketball ’eason Begins t Newington By HELENE HALL The 1953-54 basketball season s underway at Newington High. Coach Rogalski has announced e following boys as members f the team. Richard Wetherell, obert Stingle. Edward Czelaze- cz, George Kochanowicz, John gorzenski, Matthew Wytas, ark Shipman, Ronald Picard, red Schwager, Peter P Ichard Madden, and erkins. December 4 t Wilson; Dec. nbury; Dec. 18. c. 23, at Plainv’ findsor; Jan. 9 Jan. 12 r at Roc’ thingtc ; Jan. at Sot lainville b. 9 h Farmi ethersfiela, kville. d len, and is the jOL. c. H I Students Visit United Nation New Eight members of the i Senior High Schoo y are spending toda k City attending thv ons Assembly. In adc • visit to the Assembly n v half the group will have a rence with representatives the Philippines and the rest ;he Iran representative. m the experiences gained i their trip, these Newington -Pils will act as representatives from the above countries at the Model United Nations Assembly at Hillyer College, Hartford, in April. This program is part of the Foreign Policy Association’s activity with the schools in the Greater Hartford area. The pupils who are making the trip to New York and will represent their school at the Mo el UN Assembly, were selects members of the American I i and Problems of Derr Ai ! classes. William Calin and ; Strelchun represent tl Class, and Francis Dio) liam Biddle. Nina Shink Busch, Marion Hanis' Louks represent the The expense of tr? group to and from been underwritten f |||j|| Lions Club. Charlene Heald Chosen Editor at Newington High By HELENE HALL Charlene Heald was chosen editor in chief recently of the “Sequin” yearbook, at Newington High. Assistant editors are Robert Stingle and Eileen Casey. Other members of the staff include the art editor, Norma Johnson; typing editor, Ann Schwager; business manager, Vincent Madden; assistant business manager, Kenneth Langille: photography tor, Dolores Platt: and sport itors, Boys- Ronald Picard, G —Kathleen Daly. This year the Staff has ad a new feature. Pictures of Sophomore and Junior Class Class officers will appeal _ the book. Each Senior who ticipatod in the magazine will receive a yearbook. Newington Five Drubs Plainville 5-49 Score TTON. Fob. 2 I ingter. high drumr ' ut o: a second plat • Central Valley day with a 75-49 tr At was the ninth win i games lor the Indians. Newington bioke away afte a 12-12 first period, taking 31-23 half time lead and increa to 52-37 after thr nr Newington play iigurcs. Pete Rec 13 points. Did ted 14 and bot Ed Czelasewic Roman shot 1 | per K'2 took the jay- PLAIN VILLLE R F Pi Beaudoin, g 0 0 fi D nowski 2 4 S 1.1 B.u-Tr.an 2 0 4 0 0 Lvcco 1 0 ? • � Roman, c .1 .1 Ui Newington Wins Over Southington On St ingle’s Shot SOUTHINGTON. Jan. 29 (Special)—Newington High scored a thrilling 51-50 basketball win jover Southington tonight on Stingle’s jump shot from the left hand corner with seven seconds to play. Suthington led 12-9 at the quarter but the visitors drove into a 26-23 half time lead and three periods. However. Southington tied the score 49-all with mere seconds to go. After Stingle scored his bas-ket. Southington’s Corky Casel-to send the game into overtime, | but missed the first try, converting the second. Recker led Newington with '19 point - •••’ ” Mike Salzillo of ;South 1 to 22. Newing-record and irk. j a 48-44 game. mINGTON b f p •la. g l ” 4 Oep K( Tion4 mm J y alt IP 14 30 •23. Newington. 1 — mill on jdents Given cognition At i Awards Day WINGTON. May 19 (Spe-t -Outstanding students of ngton Senior High School rc-d scholarships and awards, e sixth annual Awards Day •am Tuesday in the Junior School auditorium, bert C .op, president of the: ngton Chapter of the Nation- j mor Society, inducted 15 new bers into the society. They : Marilyn Anderson. William! e, Eileen Casey. Kathleen; Marilyn Duhaine, Ruth ). Charlene Heald. Karen' )n. Ida Louks, Richard Per-Nina Shinkaruk. Robert le. Richard Wetherell. Pat-Whitehead and Betty Windl. four basic qualities for bership in the Honor Society discussed by Clara Gonthicr spoke on Character’', Diane on “Leadership ', Betty Hill Scholarship' . and Jared Cur-n “Service. (Is Presented tries A. Bowes, school princi-j introduced representatives the organizations who made blowing awards: Hilton Cou-Memorial Scholarship pre-d to Jared Curtis by Merrill | s of the Lions Club; The, ; Scholarship presented to lyn Treat bv Merrill Ixxiks; feachers Club Scholarship nted to Patricia Swanson by Frieda Norell. president of club; The Stephen Budney orial Scholarship presented ara Gonthier by Henry Bud-and the Brinley Athletic d presented to Norman Za-y Coach Donald Roberts for Frances Brinley. o; the American legion iary Citizenship Award pre-j d by Edith Carlson by Mrs. irop Guptill; the American; n Citizenship Award pre-d to Norman Zabel by Al-Brule; the DAR Citizenship icate presented to Joan or by Mrs. Earl Tuller; the ch and Lomb Honorary Sci-Award presented to John els by John W. Wallace; and harvard Book Prize presented ’rancis Dion by Willliam � ue. itan Keys were awarded by iartford Civitan Club for g'pod nship to Marilyn Treat and 1 Curtis and presented by A. yn Dexter; the Latin Prize ded by the Newington Honor ty presented to John Good-tjy Robert Gzop; Hi-Y awards i by the local Hi-Y group to wo outstanding representa-•Robert Czop and Edith Carl-presented by John W. Wal- ional Awards ves presented the following ds: The Readers' Digest cer-te and National Honor Soci- Grange Music Award presented to Jared Curtis by' Mrs. Oscar Nyborg: and an award for the best essay on “Americanism 1 presented to John Goodrich by-Mrs. Guptil. The following students from the Junior Class were chosen as representatives to Nutmeg Boys’ State: Richard Wetherell. sponsored by the Lions Club; Robert Stingle. sponsored by May-Da vis-Stotzer Post. AL; and Harry Johnson. sponsored by the Chamber of ! Commerce. Girls chosen as representatives to Laurel Girls’ State were: Ida Louks. sponsored by the Lions Club, and Kathleen Daly, sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary. A reception was given by the Honor Society at the close of the program for new' members, their parents and invited guests. Newington High Seniors Break Sales Record By HELENE HAIJL Through hard work anc salesmanship the Senior Cl Newington High School I last year’s class which brok record with 56,824 by making 888.60. The winning home-room 101 and the home-room teach .. Miss Elizabeth Hollcran received a car robe. Joan Nielsen and William Biddle were business managers of the drive. Home-room captains were Ruth Dizob, Karen Johnson, and Patricia Whitehead. The four highest ranking salesmen were Kathleen Daly, Dolores Platt. Robert Chouse, and Sylvia Black. They will receive in order of their rank, a portable radio, a table model radio, flashbulb camera and a portable phonograph. The losing homerooms will provide decorations, refreshments, and entertainment for the Magazine Party. O'Day, which � s obedience day, NEWINGTON INAUGURATION Newington High Student Council Elections Held By HELENE HALL Elections for Student Cou were recently held at Newin£ High School. dent, Kathleen Daly vie pi dent. Richard Madden. Rep re: tatives are Seniors: W i 1 1 i Biddle; Philip Cirves; Har Johnson: Vincent Madden; Rol Stingle; Patricia Whitehead. Thomas Daly; Carol Johns Sinclair Martel; Sheila Neuma Donald Steelman. Sophomores: Thomas Am son; Nobel Benson; Alfred Dri William Johnson; Carl I.ars Ronald May; Robert Turr Beth Rhodes. New members and offk were electee] at the first ni« ing of the Newington Hi-Y. r results of the election are follows: President. Robert Stingle; president, Margaret Hopper; t rotary, Betty Wendill; treasui Ida Louks; Reporter, I. u c i 1 Arre; sergeant-at-arms, Jo Rogorzenski. New members: Jaclyn Jens Thomas Anderson; R i c h a I .arson; Barbara Richter; Mi lyn Thayer; Phyllis Vassal Merrill louks; Sinclair Mart Helene Hall; Jack Morcschi; seph Zinionis; Matthew Wyt Marion Hanison; Marilyn And son; Jane rd P kins; C ______________ n S win tor faculty MR. CHARLES A. BOWES Principal MISS VIOLA J. FRASER English Consumers' Mathematics MR. WALDF.MAR L. BLOCK Biology MISS ELLA E. RICE Algebra Geometry Trigonometry « « MRS. BEATRICE M. THAYER Secretary MRS. KATHERINE B. PHILLIPS Home Economics MR. JOHN PASKAVITCH Industrial Arts Machine Shop MRS. AGNES C. WENTWORTH Home Nursing MRS. EVY CAVANAUGH Nurse MISS EILEEN C. KELLY English MRS. MARION L. O’DONNELL French Library Dramatics MRS. DOROTHY S. KELEHER T (inscription Stenography Shorthand MR. HOWARD W. IDE Sociology Economics Visual Aids Driver Training MRS. MINNIE WALSH Truant Officer 7 7eUen WEATHER FORECAST Sunny Days Ahead FREE FOR ALL Volume LIY June 18’ 1964 Newington, Connecticut A Startling Discovery Two X-Ray technicians of Newington made a startling discovery yesterday. Miss Joan Nielson and Miss Peggy Mahan had taken an ordinary X-Ray picture of a broken leg, when they discovered that the patient had an extra bone in his leg. just below the knee. After studying other pictures, they determined that almost one out of every ten people has this extra bone in his leg. It has not yet been determined if the bone is a help or a hindrance, but (Continued on Page 4) ARMED FORCES TO HIGHLIGHT CAREER WEEK Among the representatives of various vocations to speak to interested students during the annual Career Week at Newington High School will be the following: General Prentice Houldcroft and Major Robert King, U.S. Air Force; Colonel Robert (Continued on Page 3) Newington is becoming a magnet, attracting 1954 graduates of Newington Senior High School. The High School is being elaborately decorated for this great occasion. All graduates left ten years ago as students, but they are returning as representatives of a cross section of American life. Nl'RSES LEAVE FOR MOON Four nurses, Dolores Platt, Nancy Ratcliffe, Gloria Schmidt, and Mildred Vlk will board the spaceship “Indian” on Monday for the first trip to the Moon. These four, graduates of Newington High School, are the health officers for the crew of the “Indian” in man’s first trip through space. Hot Spark Developed It was announced today in Detroit that John Nesci and Francis Dion, famous electronic engineers, finally perfected the hot “spark” for all makes of cars. Both accredited their inspiration to their high school shop teacher, Mr. Paska-vitch, who claimed that his Hudson had a hot “spark.” (Continued on Page 4) A visitor to the town sees people walking down the street and suddenly embracing each other, crying, “Joe, I haven’t seen you in a dog’s age. It’s surprising how people can change in 10 years.” People have grayer hair and larger belts, but no one will admit it. Little known stories, that had been forgotten over the years, are being retold. This is the tenth reunion of the Class of ’54. WHAT A COMBINATION It was a long, cold, dark night for Miss Betty Ann Larson, head bookkeeper, of the First Local Bank of New Bri-inn, when she discovered herself locked in the vault with SI00,000. Dr. Richard Perkins was on hand in the morning to administer First Aid when she was released. However, Miss Larson emerged with no ill effects. June 18, 1964 In a recent debate held in the new high school auditorium, Miss Marilyn Anderson, President of the League of Women Voters, and Mr. A. Biddle, representative of the State Department, expressed their views on the mongoose bird and its effect on Russia. Miss Anderson claimed that if enough birds would fly over Russia, the Russian Air Force would be grounded because there would be no room in the sky for planes. Mr. Biddle claimed, on the other hand, that the Russians had a new method of turning the mongoose into a deadly weapon. Sears and Roebuck was almost relieved of S1.500 yesterday, when two heavily armed bandits entered the store at fi p.m., and demanded from the head cashier, Alma Hall, all the cash on hand. Miss Hall at the time was speaking to the bookkeeper, Jane King, over the phone. Realizing the thieves had not observed this. Miss Hall left the receiver off the hook, thus enabling Miss King to overhear the conversation and call the police, who came immediately to the scene. Gail Simpson, local, resident and housewife, reported (Continued in Column 2) Newington. Connecticut her television set out of order yesterday. When television repairman, John Mase-lek, was called to the scene, what do you suppose he discovered as the cause? A flamingo perched on the antenna! The Newington Country Club held a big shindig last night for the benefit of the Polio Drive. There were such guest stars present as Vincent Madden, renowned band leader, and Patricia Whitehead, noted dancer. Traveling with her was Miss Eileen Casey, companion and private secretary to Miss Whitehead. When asked to give a statement to the press, Miss Casey replied, “Flamingoes Forever!” A complaint was issued to the Newington Board of Directors, today, by Mr. Harry Johnson, prominent landscaping tycoon. Mr. Johnson stated that immediately after he had finished the immense job of landscaping the Newington Golf Course, Mr. Matthew Wytas, noted golfer, came and chopped up a tee on the third hole while trying to hit the ball off the tee. The Board of Directors is still debating the problem of pressing charges against Mr. Wytas. Page 2 P. W. ANNOUNCES NEW OFFICERS Ronald Guala, President of Pratt Whitney, announced the appointment of Donald Uricchio to the vice presidency. Mr. Uricchio and Mr. Guala are both graduates of Newington High School. Mr. Guala started as a machinist and rose through the ranks at a phenomenal speed. Mr. Uricchio also joined the organization with Mr. Guala, and both rose through the Company at the same rate. These two men formed a team that is making Pratt Whitney a leader in industry. ADVERTISEMENT Grand Opening ECONOMY DRUGS, Inc. Ida Louks—Pharmacist We specialize in headaches, and neuritis, and neuralgia Around The Town June 18, 1964 Newington, Connecticut Page 3 AH Airlines Brought to Court After a thorough investigation of the recent airplane crash on Cedar Mountain, where fifteen people were injured, the T-WAH Airline Corporation is going to settle the case in court. Among those involved are Miss Mary Ann Simpson, noted fashion designer, who was on her way to New York to exhibit her latest creation, the gownless evening strap: Miss Anna Swinton of International Relations at the U.N.; and Miss Maretta Smith. THAH stewardess. The lawyer for the defense is Mr. Robert Crouse, who. incidentally, has never lost a case. His very competent, young secretary. Miss Ann Schwager, will be on hand to record the proceedings. (Continued from Page 1) Blinn and Captain John Scheu. U.S. Army; Chief Petty Officer, Wallace Juch-niewicz, U.S. Marines. Representing the Woman’s Air Force will be First Lieutenant Barbara Gerick. The guest speaker at the Career Week assembly will be the noted test pilot, Major Robert Tarala, who broke through the light barrier. — TONIGHT — In Full Glorious Technicolor See and Hear MISS NINA SHINKARUK Renowned World T raveler in her illustrated travel talk “Floridian Flamingoes!!” Her Assistant Jane Busch will display a colorful array of Flamingoes Adm. SI.75 8:15 p.m. All Proceeds To Go To The ROYAL EXALTED FLAMINGOES NEWINGTON HOME ADDS NEW STAFF MEMBERS The Board of directors at the Newington Home and Hospital for Crippled Children today announced the addition of two new physical therapists, Marilyn Du-haine and Karen Johnson, and a new occupational therapist, Kathleen Daly. Miss Duhaine, Miss Johnson, and Miss Daly are all graduates of Newington Senior High School. IDEAL ASSISTANT TO BE CHOSEN The annual Dentists’ Ball will be held a week from today at the Hotel Colgate in Drill, New York. Each year candidates are chosen to compete for the honor of being the most efficient dental assistant in the United States. (Continued on Page 5) ADVERTISEMENT Why learn to draw in 5 easy lessons at inferior studios, when you can learn to draw in one hard lesson at the Anderson - Young School of Commercial Art. Loretta Young Richard Andersen Proprietors June 18, 1964 Newington, Connecticut Page 4 DOCTOR TO OPEN ’64 Pontiac Shown NEW OFFICE For the First Time Philip Cirves, M.D. an- nounces the opening of his Mr. Henry Bajek. well known draftsman and designer, gave office in Newington. He is a a public showing of his new design for the 1964 Pontiac to- graduate of Yale Medical day. Mr. Bajek said that he fashioned the new Pontiac with School and has served his many improvements which, from personal experience, he has internship at the Hartford always found lacking. Hospital. ADVERTISEMENT These advancements in- His nurse will he the well elude larger muffler bear- known local girl, Sylvia GAVITT ANIMAL FARM ings, an improved cooling Black. Miss Black also ob- formerly system for the headlights. tained her training in Hart- Emerson Animal Farm and parking lights on the ford Hospital. Berlin Turnpike Newington roof for low flying planes. His medical secretaries will also be two local girls. Adm.—Adults 60c All in all, this should be Pat Landry and Jo-Ann Vil- Children under 12—Free one of the best Pontiacs ever lano. Animals of All Kinds made. BIDS OFFERED FOR NEW ZOO CALL OF THE CONGO Miss Ruth Brodersen. who It was announced today immediately, it would be fin- has just received a degree that the Rogorzenski Con- ished in time for the first in missionary work, is sail- struction Co. and the Pater- shipment of monkeys, ex- ing for Africa within a nostro-Stamm Builders, Inc. pected this Spring. month’s time. have placed bids for the con- Both companies have also struction of the proposed zoo bid on the cost of tearing in Newington. down the high school, which ADVERTISEMENT Owners of both companies is overcrowded and strictly told the paper that if con- unsafe. struction could be started All Carpentry Done By (Continued from Page 1) (Continued from Page 1) people with the bone say After hearing this, they de- CARLSON that it is much easier to cided it was about time that The walk on one leg. This bone. every car owner should have CAPABLE CARPENTER named after its discoverers, the enjoyment of a “hot is called the Peg and Joan spark.” This is a great ad- bone. vance in engines. Call — MOhawk 6-6666 June 18, 1964 Newington, Connecticut Page 5 Atlantic City, Here We Come At exactly 8:15 this morning a group of engineers left for their annual convention in Atlantic City. The men representing Newington are Robert Stingle, Richard Wetherell, Roger Peterson. Allen Olmstead. Ronald Picard, and William Blinn. SECRETARIES STRIKE IT RICH Mr. Richard O’Connor, nationally known industrialist and financial wdzard of Wall Street, announced today, that he plans to send his five secretaries. Miss Ruth Dziob, Miss Lois Keeney, Miss Shirley Majesky, Miss Betty Edman. and Miss Freda Eza, on a two-w'eek, all-expense-paid vacation to Florida. Each girl will also receive a complete wardrobe, plus stock from Mr. O’Connor’s many world-wide holdings. The girls said that their boss was a “Doll,” and that they would work twice as hard in the future. Mr. O’Connor is well known as the young man who started from scratch and became one of the richest men in history. He is known by the famous words, (Continued in Column 2) ADVERTISEMENT Garden-fresh vegetables galore at MIKE KLEC-MAN’S FARM, where you get the potatoes the size of watermelons. (Continued from Column 1) “I’ll buy it!,” which cornered the stockmarket and froze Wall Street. (Continued from Page 3) States. The representatives from Connecticut are Betty Windl, Lucille Arre, and Joan Ginsberg. During the commercial. Robert Johansen, the program’s announcer, was a-bout to light famous TV actress, Shirley Marsh’s, “Old Smokey” cigarette when a spark flew up and landed in some trees in the setting. Kenny Langille, State Forest Fire Warden, was in the audience at the (Continued on Page 6) These lucky few really enjoy the convention, for they are to be on the committee to judge Miss America. Mr. Wetherell expressed the thoughts of the group when he said, “If this is engineering. I like it!” The only drawback came from their wives. As one of the women put it, “I wish 1 were going.” As the train pulled out, everyone seemed to be having a good time. ADVERTISEMENT Are your teeth and bones falling apart? If so, come to PECKHAM’S FARM for calcium-filled, dairy-fresh milk. No Other Counts! A HOT TV PROGRAM Last evening on the television show, “Anonymous,” Miss Charlene Heald, famous opera singer, sang an aria from “Bru-enhilde.” June 18, 1964 Newington, Connecticut Page 6 Faculty Replacements STAFF Mr. John Wallace, Super-intendent of schools, announced yesterday the following faculty replacements in the Newington school system: Miss Marion Hani-sian, B.A., M.A., mathematics, replacing Miss Ella Rice; Miss Joan Olson, B.A., English, replacing Miss Elizabeth Holleran; Mr. Joel Johnson, B.A., industrial arts, replacing Mr. Marino; and Miss Norma Johnson, B.A., elementary, replacing Miss Evelyn Strong. (Continued from l‘age 5) time. He immediately rushed up to the stage and put out the flames before they had a chance to spread. 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