Orleans High School - Sword Yearbook (Orleans, VT)

Text from Pages 1 - 52 of the 1946 volume:

• $ f • Orleans High School j Senior Year Book 1946 ORLEANS, VERMONT Class 'Poem When Orleans High fades from our view And we grope out on untried ways, We shall remember all the days Made full by comrades, fair and true. The days we find our pathway cold When we would stop to take a rest From life, the things remembered best Will be the days we now would hold. We do not hope to conquer fame Nor yet to fail in what we do. We care not what our pitcher threw As long as the batter lost the game. We should expect, and rightly so, Our pathway blocked by thorns and bars But with the guidance of the stars You taught us, we shall meet the foe. Your teachings are a shining light Illuminating darkest trails. A wind to fill our billowing sails, Your help; and we start out alright. We wish to take this time for thanks, To you who taught us, helped us out, Uncovered faults and banished doubt And gave us start to join the ranks. We can not come back to remain, Within your ranks, but we shall yearn, And often many shall return Remembering our good times again. Class Motto: To strive, to seek, to find, and not to yield. Tennyson Class Flower: Red Rose. Class Colors: Maroon and Aqua. PAGE THHEE To the Members of the Senior Class The season of graduation always seems to bring us mixed emotions—satisfaction because we have accomplished the goals we have been striving toward for twelve long years—sorrow that some of the friendships we have formed will dim—doubt about our future in a troubled world—hope that we may be on our own and not be restrained by home and school don’ts.” Your four years pleasant memories to tight basketball and basebal 1 games and many of the social events. Perhaps some of the assem- blies will stay in your minds and surely some of the amusing situa- tions which so often arise will ■be recalled. We even hope that some smatter- ing of your subject matter will also be re- tained, perhaps to prove of benefit later. When a grad- uate makes a name for him- try to get back for the school I heartily wish in Orleans High School have look back upon. You will through the many years ahead of you. given you many remember those self in any of 'the many walks of life his Alma Mater likes to pointwith pride and say, He went to school in O r 1 e a n s.” The school hopes its grad- uates will feel the same way and remember with pride that they are O. H. S. Alumni. One of the best ways to remain in touch with the school is to be- come active members of the Alumni Asso- ciation and then, once a year in June to Banquet. Speaking for myself and for the you the best of success and happiness all PRINCIPAL ROLFE W. SCHCPPE Sincerely yours, Rolfe W. Schoppe. PAGE FOUR To the Class of 1946 As your sponsor during the last third of your Senior Year, it is my privilege to give you a few words of parting advice. It is customary at a time like this to point out to the graduating students the perils and hardships that lie ahead and to spur them GRETTA L. ROWE on to greater efforts by well chosen words of encouragement. The economic and social problems you must face and solve have never been more numerous nor more difficult. That you may have the courage, character and wisdom to act in such a way as to find the correct solutions and make the world more nearly ideal, is my wish for you. PAGE FIVE Miss Rowe, Senior Sponsor. Faculty ROLFE W. SCHOPPE, B. S. University of Vermont, 1928. History, Geography PAGE SIX ESTHER M. BALLARD, A. B. University of Vermont, 1945. English, Latin, Health PAUE SEVEN' 4 MARY B. LITCHFIELD, B. S. Farmington Teachers College, 1945. Home Economics GRETTA L. ROWE, B. S. University of Vermont, 1938. English, Biology, Civics CONRAD A. FOURNIER, Ph. B. Providence College, 1943. French, English PAGE EIGHT HAZEL E. OSGOOD, B. E. University of Vermont, 1943. Junior High MAYBELL R. CONLY, B. E. Plymouth Teachers College, 1940. Commercial PAGF. NINE Senior Sketches GEORGE STONE “Porky” Although George is a quiet, studious senior boy he responds quickly with a smile. He is coopera- tive in every way and undoubtedly will make good in whatever he undertakes. Officer of F. F. A. 2; Class Play 3, 4. DAVID BOULANGER “Dave” Probably one of the most comical and witty fel- lows in the class is Dave. His friendly and co- operative disposition will take him far. Good luck, David. Glee Club 1, 2; Press Club 4; School Play 4; Class Play 4; Yearbook 4; Junior Prom Commit- tee 3; Freshman Reception Committee 2; Safety Patrol 3, 4. SLAYTON MARSH “Slate” Slayton has been a good athlete in his high school career and we hope he will continue to serve along these lines. We know he will over- come any obstacle that may confront him. Basketball 3, 4; Baseball 3. ARVID KAHLSTROM “Arv” Arvid is a serious, likeable fellow with a friend- ly personality. We wish you the best of luck Arvid. Glee Club 3; Officer of F. F. A. 3, 4. PAGE TEN PERSIS WELLS “Penny” Persis has been outstanding in athletics and as a class leader. Persis has proven to be fun, friendly and nice to know. Best of luck to you, Persis. Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; All-State Glee Club 3, 4; Press Club 4; Class Play 2, 3, 4; Yearbook 4; Student Council 1, 2; Basketball 2, 3, 4; Fresh- man Reception Committee 2; Junior Prom Com- mittee 3; Class Officer 1, 2; Girls’ Sextet 2. GRETA MESSIER This quiet girl from Coventry is Greta Messier. She is studious and courteous which perhaps is the reason for her being salutatorian this year. Good luck, Greta. MACK CONVERSE Mack, the highest ranking boy of our class, is noted for his leadership and humor. His coopera- tion in class activities has made him popular throughout O. H. S. Good luck, Mack. Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Press Club 3, 4; All-State Band 4; Class Play 2, 3; Yearbook 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Orchestra 1, 2, 3; Baseball Manager 3; Freshmen Reception Committee 2; Junior Prom Committee 3; Officer Athletic Association 3, 4. KERMIT SMITH “Kerm” This calm, cool, mischievous senior boy is Kermit Smith. Kermit has been our class presi- dent for four years and has proven to be a leader as well as an outstanding athlete. Best of luck to you, Kermit. Class President 1, 2, 3, 4; Student Council 1. 2. 3, 4; Officer of Athletic Association 2, 3, 4; Safety Patrol 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2. 3. 4; All-State Basketball 4; Freshman Recep- tion Committee 2; Junior Prom Committee 3; Yearbook 4; Press Club 4; Stage Manager of School Plays 3, 4. PAGE ELEVEN a RAYMOND CLOUTIER “Cloutch” In the long years of school, Raymond has fur- nished the amusement of the class. He has been very popular and we know he will gd throughout life carefree and happy. Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Press Club 4; Class Play 2, 3; School Play 3, 4; Yearbook 4; Band 2; Basketball 3, 4; Baseball Manager 2; Freshman Reception Committee 2; Junior Prom Committee 3. WILLIAM WEBSTER “Bill” Undoubtedly Bill has the best personality in the class. He always has a grin for anyone and has proven himself as a leader. Good luck. Bill Glee Club 1, 2. 3. 4: Press Club 3, 4; All-State Band 2, 3, 4; Class Play 3; Yearbook 4; Band 1 2, 3, 4; Orchestra 3; Student Council 3, 4; Basket- ball 3, 4; Baseball 2, 3, 4; Freshman Reception Committee 2; Junior Prom 3; Class Officer 3, 4' Safety Patrol 3, 4. RICHARD TINKER “Tink” “Tink” came to us in the fall of '42 and since then has proven himself in athletics and as a class member. This friendly, and cooperative spirit will get you far, “Tink.” Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Press Club 3, 4; School Play 3, 4; Yearbook 4; Basketball 4; Baseball 3, 4; Freshman Reception Committee 2; Junior Prom Committee 3; Officer of Athletic Associa- tion 4; Class Officer 1, 2; All-State Glee Club 4; Safety Patrol 2, 3. RODERICK GALLUP “Roddy” Popular with everyone, Roddy is well known throughout O. H. S. and Orleans. Friendly, mis- chievous and cheerful are only a few of his char- acter traits. Best of luck, Rod. Baseball 3, 4; Basketball 3, 4; Safety Patrol 3; Class Play 3, 4. PAGE TWELVE JOHN COFFEY John probably has proven himself best in the F. F. A. There he has been an outstanding lead- er. Good luck to you, John. Glee Club 2, 4; Press Club 4; Officer F. F. A. 2, 3, 4; Baseball 3, 4; Safety Patrol 3; Class Play 4. ELAINE SPRINGER Elaine is a quiet, friendly, and cheerful senior girl, who has been with us for twelve long years. Best of luck in your nursing career, Elaine. Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Yearbook 4; Band 1, 2; Or- chestra 1, 2; Student Council 3; Junior Prom Committee 3; Officer of Athletic Association 4; Class Officer 3. JULIA MURPHY “Julie” Julia is another member of our class who joined us in the fall of 1942. A friendly, cheerful girl leaves O. H. S. this year of 1946 to go out and do her part in a new world. Good luck to you, Julia. Safety Patrol 3; F. H. V. 1, 2, 3, 4, (Officer 4); Glee Club 4. LUCILLE GRAY “Lucy” This friendly, smiling girl is Lucille Gray. Ever since she joined us in the fall of ’43 we have en- joyed her company. Best of luck, “Lucy.” Victory Drill 2; Junior Prom Committee 3; Cheerleader 3, 4; Glee Club 3, 4; All-State Glee Club 4; Yearbook 4; F. H. V. 2, 3, 4, (Officer 4). PACK THIRTEEN PRISCILLA BENNETT, “Puss” Priscilla is not only the valedictorian of the senior class but also one of its most versatile members. In high school she has participated in nearly all activities of importance, and her skill in music and journalism will help her in the fu- ture. Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; All-State Glee Club 4; Vic- tory Drill 1, 2, 3; Press Club 2, 3, 4; Cheerleader 2, 3; Band 2, 3; Orchestra 2, 3; School Play 4; Officer of Athletic Association 3, 4; Class Play 2, 3; Freshman Reception Committee 2; Junior Prom Committee 3; Yearbook 4. RACHEL McNAMARA, “Rae” As one of the “originals” of the class of ’46, Rachel holds a prominent place. Ranking fourth in scholarship in the class, Rachel is well able to take her place in the world. Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Student Council 4; Officer of Athletic Association 3, 4; All-State Glee Club 3; Basketball 1, 2; Class Plays 2, 3, 4; Victory Drill 1, 2, 3; Officer F. H. V. 4; Freshman Recep- tion Committee 2; Junior Prom Committee 3; Yearbook 4: Class Officed 4; Orchestra 1, 2, 3. BEVERLY PERRY, “Bev” Possibly one of the cutest and most popular girls of the class is Beverly Perry. She has been an outstanding athlete and is a wonderful class- mate. Good luck, “Bev.” Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Yearbook 4; Basketball 2, 3, 4; Freshman Reception Committee 2; Junior Prom Committee 3; Officer of Athletic Associa- tion 4; Class Officer 2, 3, 4; Softball 2, 3, 4; Vic- tory Drill 1, 2, 3; F. H. V. 1, 2, 3, 4. ARTHUR SIAS Probably Arthur is the noisiest fellow in the class, but at the same time the most enjoyed member. He is friendly and witty and will be a favorite wherever he is. Basketball 3, 4; Officer of F. F. A. 3. PAGE FOURTEEN BOB PICKEL Bob came to us from Willoughby Lake and has been one of the “wits” of the class for four years. No doubt he will accomplish much in the world ahead. ELLIS HUNT Because Ellis comes from out-of-town his par- ticipation in outside activities has been limited. In his four years of high school he has proven to be a serious and cooperative class member. NORMAN DWYER “Norm” In the four years Norm has been with us he has done his part in class functions well. He is friendly and cheerful in every way. Best of luck to you, Norm. F. F. A. 1, 2, 3, 4, (Officer 3). THELMA LEACH “Tee” Thelma is the last of the Leach family to grad- uate from O. H. S. She has kept up their athletic record in basketball to the very highest. We wish you luck, Thelma. F. H. V. 1, 2. 3, 4, (President 3); Class Play 3, 4; Basketball 3. 4; Glee Club 1. 2, 3, 4; Yearbook 4; Junior Prom Committee 3; Softball 2, 3; Press Club 3, 4; Safety Patrol 3; Victory Drill 2. PAGE 1'IFTEEN RITA PERRY Another studious member of the class of ’46 is Rita Perry. Although quiet, she has always been willing to do her part. Good luck, Rita. Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Press Club 3, 4; Victory Drill 2, 3; Junior Prom Committee 3. KARLENE DOW Recognized as the quietest girl of the class, she is cheerful, friendly and cooperative in every way. Best of luck, Karlene. Press Club 3, 4. PAGE SIXTEEN Senior Superlatives BOY Kermit Smith William Webster Kermit Smith Kermit Smith Mack Converse Norman Dwyer William Webster George Stone Kermit Smith Kermit Smith Norman Dwyer William Webster William Webster Mack Converse Norman Dwyer Richard Tinker William Webster William Webster Kermit Smith Arvid Kahlstrom Arthur Sias Raymond Cloutier Kermit Smith Mack Converse David Boulanger Mack Converse Arvid Kahlstrom Ellis Hunt Raymond Cloutier David Boulanger Arvid Kahlstrom Richard Tinker Cutest Best Looking Best Dressed Most Popular Most Likely to Succeed Best Physique Best Personality Most Studious Best Dancer Tallest Shortest Prettiest Hair Nicest Teeth Nicest Hands Prettiest Eyes Nicest Legs Cutest Nose Most Musical Best Athlete Quietest Noisiest Apple Polisher Wolf Most Dependable Most Co-operative Most Punctual Most Serious Most Comical Best Groomed Most Courteous Most Dramatic GIRL Beverly Perry Persis Wells Elaine Springer Beverly Perry Greta Messier Persis Wells Rachel McNamara Greta Messier Thelma Leach Priscilla Bennett Julia Murphy • Karlene Dow Rachel McNamara Priscilla Bennett Lucille Gray Priscilla Bennett Rachel McNamara Priscilla Bennett Beverly Perry Karlene Dow Persis Wells Persis Wells Thelma Leach Priscilla Bennett Priscilla Bennett Elaine Springer Elaine Springer Persis Wells Elaine Springer Rita Perry Persis Wells Scholastic Standing of First Third of Class Valedictorian, Priscilla Bennett. Salutatorian, Greta Messier. 3rd, Rita Perry. 4th, Rachel McNamara. 5th, Mack Converse. 6th, Elaine Springer. 7th, Bob Pickel. 8th, Persis Wells. 9th, Billy Webster. PAGE SEVENTEEN During Recess George Stone Julia Murphy Roderick Gallup Elaine Springer Richard Tinker Lucille Gray David Boulanger Thelma Leach Bob Picket Beverly Perry Rita Perry Norman Dwyer Greta Messier John Coffey Karlene Dow Arthur Sias Persis Wells Billy Webster - Rachel McNamara Priscilla Bennett Kermit Smith Arvid Kahlstrom Mack Converse Raymond Cloutier Ellis Hunt Slayton Marsh Expressing his opinion Smiling shyly Being witty Fretting Wondering where Priscilla is Showing her smile Amusing someone Chewing gum Explaining something to Converse Combing her hair Looking thoughtful Trying to get some sleep Studying Chewing gum Looking quietly on Being noisy Reading letters Making stupid remarks Arguing Planning Reading the sports page Looking puzzled Looking for Pauli Getting an absence or tardy excuse Visiting with Marion Talking big league PAGE EIGHTEEN Class History In the fall of 1934 under the able direction of Miss Dorothy Porter, 31 happy excited children started their educational careers. Of these 31, ten appear as members of the graduating class on the stage this afternoon: P. Bennett, D. Boulanger, R. Cloutier, J. Cof- fey, M. Converse, K. Dow, T. Leach, R. McNamara, E. Springer, and W. Webster. Under the guidance of Miss Alice Dwinell, we spent a very pleasant and beneficial second year. Our third stop on our educational voyage was spent with Miss Irene Butler and proved exciting and profitably spent. In the fall of 1937 we journeyed upstairs and became the problem students of Miss Thelma Stearns. Our fifth year found our enrollment somewhat diminished with our teacher, Miss Ila Marshall. Our senior” year at the graded school was spent under the direction of Miss Pearl Shannon. This finished our careers in the graded school. The next fall, 14 bewildered and excited students sat in front of Miss Eola Goodrich to begin their first year in the high school building. The second year in the Junior High we changed teachers, and Miss Ellen Lovell took over. Students from Evansville, Brownington, Irasburg, Coventry, and Charleston increased our enrollment to 44, at the outstart of our first high school year. However, the number gradually decreased. Our schedule brought us in contact with most of the members of the faculty and we gradually began to get acquainted with our fellow students. Under our talented Sophomore sponsor, Miss Theresa Coderre, we spent an enjoyable Sophomore year. As we advanced up the ladder of education, we came under the very capable sponsor- ship of Mrs. Joene Bisaccia. During this year we lost two fellow students to the U. S. Navy, George Stone and Larry Perry. We are very glad to have George back with us now. Also during this year (to the amazement of us all), we won the competition cup twice. This year under the combined guidance of Mrs. Davies and Miss Gretta Rowe, we complete our High School education. The grad- uating class here this afternoon is comprised of 26 members. They are: M. Converse, P. Bennett, A. Kahlstrom, R. McNamara, S. Marsh, P. Wells, K. Smith, K. Dow, R. Cloutier, G. Messier, B. Webster, R. Perry, A. Sias, B. Perry, J. Coffey, T. Leach, N. Dwyer, L. Gray, E. Hunt, E. Springer, B. Picket, J. Murphy, D. Boulanger, R. Tinker, R. Gallup, and G. Stone. PAGE .NINETEEN Class Prophycy PRISCILLA BENNETT: Using her journalistic abilities 'Pris” is now the Editor-in-Chief of the New York Times. DAVID BOULANGER: Dave entered the employ of Jenkins here in town. Now he is a popular attraction at Boston Gardens performing difficult truck feats. RAYMOND CLOUTIER: After serving two years in the Navy, Cloutch” settled down with a little gal he brought from Paris. They say he is doing a fine job managing Bray’s mill. JOHN COFFEY: John entered the Armed Forces and is doing a grand job promoting friendly relations between U. S. and the Cuban senoritas. MACK CONVERSE: Mack entered the service immediately after graduation and after 18 months of hard work entered Tufts. Friends may now find him in Washington, D. C., where he’s embalm- ing senators. KARLENE DOW: Karlene took a liking to Merchant Marines, but in the meantime became a very efficient secretary in a business concern in Connecticut. NORMAN DWYER: Norm bought himself a farm in Hol- land and settled down for a retired life. Friends may now find him at the Patent Office in Washington where he is now patenting his 120th invention—a self-propelled hay fork to pitch the hay to his stock. RODERICK GALLUP: Continuing h is career along the boxing profession—Roddy has been as successful as Curly Kayoe. Next week at Madison Square Garden he is playing a return match with Killer Bonn. LUCILLE GRAY: When Albert came back for Lucy they soon set up housekeeping and now have the patter of little feet around the house. ELLIS HUNT: Ellis is managing a fine basketball team in Coventry and we hear Marian is a great help when it comes to selec- tion of uniforms. ARVID KAHLSTROM: If you ever get a chance to visit Brownington you may find Arvid hard at work on his dairy farm. But take notice of wifey and the little ones. PAGK TWENTY THELMA LEACH: Thelma entered into the business world in New York. Due to the efforts of the talent scouts, she is now dancing in the chorus of the renowned Rockettes. SLAYTON MARSH: After attending Bennington Finishing College, Slayt is known internationally for his unique hair styling. RACHEL MCNAMARA: Rae is now deep in the heart of Texas” using her housekeeping ability to good advantage on the Merrill Thompson ranch. GRETA MESSIER: Using her splendid commercial record to good advantage, Greta is making a fine secretary for Mr. Schoppe here at O. H. S. JULIA MURPHY: After her soldier boy returned from over- seas, Julie put to use her capability in Home Ec. and is now repre- senting the better half on a large farm in East Overshoe, Minn. BEVERLY PERRY: Beverly, as secretary to George Stone, is doing a splendid job promoting the sale of radios. RITA PERRY: Rita joined her sisters in the secretarial field for a few years and now is the wife of the business manager of the Ford Motor Company. BOB PICKEL: Have you seen the new rival of Edgar Bergen? If not, stop at the theatre and watch a fine act by Bob Pickel and his marionette. ARTHUR SIAS: Arthur entered the Army immediately after graduation. With his fine pair of lungs he is doing a splendid job as Top Kick” of Company Z.” KERMIT SMITH: - Kerm attended Springfield College of Athletics and with the help of the president’s daughter is doing a fine job as coach of the Harvard lads. ELAINE SPRINGER: Elaine completed her course at the St. Elizabeth Hospital in Brighton, Mass., and is now devoting herself to the quiet life of country doctor’s wife. RICHARD TINKER: With the ingenuity he showed here at O. H. S., Tink is doing his job as executive manager of the Never Shrink Laundry. WILLIAM WEBSTER: After intense training at Coventry, Bill caused competition for Harry James in Hollywood. Some of his romantic lyrics may be found at Harry Corn Counter. PERSIS WELLS: Persis entered Somerville Hospital for nurses’ training and much to the disappointment of the internes, she found the Naval Reserve more interesting. GEORGE STONE: George opened a radio shop here in town and is doing a very splendid job. If you need repairs look Joe” up. PAGE TWENTY-ONE Class Gifts KARLENE DOW: We present you with this noise-maker just to see how much noise you can make. PRISCILLA BENNETT: We present you with these potatoes to keep up the Nye potato business in Barton. RACHEL MCNAMARA: A cook book so you can keep Merrill from becoming hungry in the future. PERSIS WELLS: A postmaster to deliver your daily letters from Paul. ELAINE SPRINGER: We present you with this nurse’s uniform to start you in your nurse’s training. RITA PERRY: We present you with this tube of lipstick to keep your smile bright. BEVERLY PERRY: We present you with this little sailor boy so that you will never be without a boy-friend. JULIA MURPHY: We present to you this telephone so that Giles will be able to call you up from camp. THELMA LEACH: We present you with this typewriter rib- bon to always keep your typewriter in good condition. LUCILLE GRAY: We present you with this package of gum so that you may treat the teachers immediately after this program is over. ELLIS HUNT: We present to you this '46 Oldsmobile so that you can go to Coventry more often to see Midge.” BOB PICKEL: We present to you this bus to keep up your pas- senger business. NORMAN DWYER: We present to you this new saddle horse so that on your way from Evansville you will never have to worry about getting a ride. DAVID BOULANGER: We present to you this pint of milk to quench your thirst from all other kinds of drinks. RICHARD TINKER: We present to you these wavers so that you may always have your waves. JOHN COFFEY: We present to you this book on How to Please the Girls.” ARTHUR SIAS: We present to you this stop sign for a re- minder when driving Genevieve in your new car. SLAYTON MARSH: We present to you this English book for we know you will want to catch up on your back English. PAGE TWENTY-TWO RODERICK GALLUP: We present you with these false teeth to help you out in case of an accident when you start your boxing career. MACK CONVERSE: We present to you this new joke book so that you will not have to stay up so late nights just trying to get some jokes to tell to the kids. KERMIT SMITH: We present to you this pair of hand-cuffs to keep Gracie from losing hold of you in the future. RAYMOND CLOUTIER: We present to you this alarm clock to keep you from being late this summer at Bray’s. WILLIAM WEBSTER: We present to you this package of mascara to keep that gleam in your eye. GEORGE STONE: Since you have been in the Navy we pre- sent to you this souvenir of a battleship. ARVID KAHLSTROM: We present to you this money to have on hand whenever your sister comes around asking for some. MISS ROWE: We present to you this putty knife to give the kids to scrape the gum off the floors next year. GRETA MESSIER: We present you with this package of typing paper so you can keep up your good typing. Salutatory SAFETY ON THE HIGHWAYS Members of the Faculty, Fellow Speakers, Students, Ladies and Gentlemen: I have chosen for my subject tonight Safety on the Highways because I believe that the terrible conditions brought about in this age of automobiles can be and must be remedied. A man’s automobile is one of his most cherished possessions. It is woven inextricably into the fabric of his life. Because of its convenience in moving him quickly from place to place, because of its comfort and the sense of luxury it imparts, because of its ability to broaden the scope of his activities by taking him to new regions and enabling him to meet new people, it is vital to his existence. Men sacrificed their homes, underfed their families, gave up everything during the depression to keep their automobiles. V hat greater tribute can be paid a piece of machinery? The rise of the motor car is the outstanding phenomenon of the century, the most 1 A UK TWBNTY-THREE striking fact of American life today. We miss its significance be- cause we are too close to it. But when a foreigner visits this country for the first time, what impresses him most is the staggering number of automobiles and the complete dependence of the whole nation upon them. And yet with all this homage to the motor car, there is some- thing lacking. While the individual owner enjoys his machine and constantly uses it, in at least a million cases he hasn’t even learned to drive it properly, and in still more cases, he hasn’t learned to keep it in good running order. The dream of cars for everybody has come true and what marvelous cars they are. Motoring in such conveyances is a luxury and convenience that only yesterday was beyond the reach of kings. But the tremendous benefit the automobile has conferred upon us has been marred by an equally tremendous tragedy in the killing and wounding of millions of American people. The machine has turned upon us as though it were a demon of wrath, and has punish- ed us, through our own shortcomings and incompetence, with death and destruction. In spite of improvements in automobiles, the slaughter grows worse. Cars are safer, sturdier, and almost fool-proof. Only about five per cent of the large number of accidents are due to faulty mechanism, and very often these accidents occur because the owner of the car is too careless to have his brakes relined, or too miserly to replace wornout tires. When carelessly driven, an automobile is just as much a weapon of destruction as an airplane bomb or machine gun. It need not be. Accidents are not inseparable from motoring. It is largely a ques- tion of the driver. Statistics show that women drivers are involved in far less fatal accidents than men. As far as road and weather conditions are concerned, four out of every five accidents occur on dry roads and in clear weather. Only one out of five occurs on wet, snowy, or icy roads; or in cloudy, foggy, rainy, or snowy weather. What a pity that the ideal conditions for safe driving breed a criminal recklessness that swells the death and injury totals so appallingly! Instead of dwelling on a long list of figures soon to be forgotten, let’s picture in our minds the people involved. Figures are cold and passionless things; we must begin to put blood and emotion into them. Imagine those killed; their bereaved families; the disfigure- ment and often disability of those injured; and all such horrible truths. All cold and passionless figures mean similar blood and murder, suffering and mutilation, to thousands of people. If you are not one of them yet, you may be tomorrow; you may be before this living day closes. You will be sooner or later unless you aid PAGE TWENTY-FOUR in a ceaseless campaign in carelessness which alone can end careless- ness. Someone has said, Accidents do not happen; they are caused.” One of the causes is carelessness. We are in too big a hurry. Selfish- ness or lack of thought for other persons is also a prominent cause of accidents. Many people are courteous when we meet them in the home or office, but they are boorish and utterly selfish when they et behind the wheel of an automobile. The person with an infer- iority complex causes many accidents. He feels that he is not very skillful, and he takes chances to cover up his lack of confidence in bis own ability. The young man may become a show-off” when driving with a young lady. Alcohol in a driver and gasoline in an automobile combine to cause many accidents. One of the two must be given up. Then there is our craze for speed; we must do things in a hurry. Perhaps the best one-word definition of civilization is courtesy, for courtesy is the epitome of all that is implied in the golden rule. Many of the tragedies that have occurred on our highways have been due to lack of courtesy. The very foundation of our American civilization is built on the solid rock of equal rights. Our highways are common property planned and built for the convenience and pleasure of the people as a whole. No one has the right to deprive any individual of that convenience and pleasure. To do so is not only bad sportsmanship, but bad Americanism. Another very dis- courteous act is the failure of a driver to dim his headlights when he meets other cars. In this case, why not do unto others as you would have them do unto you?” Carelessness and speed—not defective cars—cause the most accidents. As to what speed is too fast, this depends on traffic conditions. High speed is clearly improper after dark, when pave- ments are wet and icy, through villages, at intersections, where chil- dren are playing in the street, rounding curves or corners, especially blind ones, or surmounting the top of a hill with no view of the road beyond. In the last two instances, follow the slogan of a famous car producer: Never drive faster than you can see. The Irishman said, It is not the falling so far that hurts but the sudden stopping.” In a similar manner one may argue that it is not the fast driving which hurts but the impact when we collide with something. But remember, the speedy driving increases the chances of colliding. Since there are no walking tests for pedestrians—and we are all pedestrians part of the time—to correspond to the driving tests of drivers, they must use good judgment and follow regulations in crossing streets, etc. Negligence in driving, which results in accidents, must be punished rigorously. And the dreadful cost of accidents—not in PAUK TWENTY-FIVE money alone, but in human lives and suffering—must be taught unsparingly to all concerned in accidents who are still able to take lessons. The pessimist says, Nothing can be done! There have always been accidents! There will always be accidents!” The optimist says, It must be done! Accidents can never be prevented entirely, but the number can be reduced decidedly!” When a large number of persons begin to study safety, and to practice safety, our accident toll will decrease. The last is particularly important, for Portia was correct when she said, I can easier teach twenty what it were good to be done than to be one of the twenty to follow mine own teach- ing.” Is the young man Absalom safe? About three thousand years ago King David asked this question concerning the fate of his rebellious son. In this machine age any parent who reads the news- papers must be seriously concerned much of the time for the safety of his children. Who can feel safe upon our highways today? Who can be sure that his turn will not be next? It is the outstanding scandal of American life, the supreme shame of the nation. It cries for attention and redress from everyone of us who drives a car. It seems that our only way of reducing the number of accidents lies in teaching pupils to think about safety, to practice safety, and to preach safety to others. What then is more logical to teach them? Study the causes of motor accidents and at least one remedy appears clear. Two-thirds are due to errors in driving. Too many drivers have not yet learned the exacting and difficult task of oper- ating high-powered cars safely in modern fast-moving traffic. It is up to each of us to learn the technique of driving for him- self. No matter how much or how little you have driven, make sure you have mastered it. What subject today is more worthy of study and mastery than the art of driving a car? Nothing in your lives can so directly touch the safety of your family, your friends who ride with you, and yourself. Do not leave it to policemen, judges and hospital internes to make a good driver of you. If you are not will- ing to assume this fundamental obligation of American citizenship, be fair to your fellow human beings. Turn in your license plates and never drive a car again. We fail in our duty if we fail to remember that every man, woman and child ruthlessly slaughtered in the name of insane care- less speed or drunken driving is somebody’s mother, father, wife, husband, or child; and that those left alive, mutilated or not, will spend the rest of their lives mourning the hideous slaughter. Conditions like this must end, and this is the responsibility of the community of which every one of us is an integral part. The lesson should be learned from this moment forward—by the driver, the other occupants of the motor vehicle, and the pedestrian alike. PAGE TWENTY.SIX Better roads and streets, better laws and enforcement—and above all else, better driving—will bring this evil under control. No sudden or temporary crusade will do it, but the persistent effort of millions of people, each doing his part, will. In this movement for greater safety on the highways every one of us is needed. And the least we can do is drive our own cars just as well as we know how— and let’s start tonight. Greta Messier, ’46, Salutatorian. Valedictory JUST TALK? Rather than speaking about an international problem, or the atomic age, about which I know practically nothing, and quoting uninteresting figures, I’d like to think with you for a few minutes tonight about this once prevalent idea of a new gymnasium for Orleans High School. It’s certainly a problem with which we in Orleans are concerned, from you townspeople, who could act now, to you future students, who would benefit directly from results of such action. This subject has been discussed openly in the American Legion and Auxiliary, the Chamber of Commerce, the P. T. A., and prac- tically every organization here in town. In the beginning we hoped that enough interest would be aroused, so some course of action would be taken. Unfortunately, this new interest diminished; all discussion was dropped, and talk of a new gym simply died away. Although it faded orally, publicly, in my opinion there is still a great deal of thought and real interest. Therefore, let’s consider the question again, reviewing the advantages. In the first place, is there a need for this gymnasium? Our present gym would suffice—but that’s what everyone thought of the horse and buggy before the automobile came into use. Progress is definitely not made without change or improvement. One advantage, concerning the basketball games particularly, would be the use of a larger floor with ample seating conditions. You fans realize what a limited capacity we now have. It is practi- cally impossible to enjoy a game which is well attended. Without any obstructions, such as stairs or a balcony, we could possibly wit- ness a good game. It is very difficult to practice on a small floor and become accustomed to a larger court, like the one at the tourna- ment. It takes time for the boys to adjust themselves to the differ- PAGE TWENTY-SEVEN ence in size. Lack of ventilation is another factor which could be remedied. All of these hindrances could easily be avoided in a new and well-designed building. I believe I can truthfully state that some people regard Orleans only as a community which turns out a good basketball team each year. Unfortunately that is a poor and biased opinion to form. But, considering that belief, isn’t it strange that we do have such successful teams? Yes—outstanding ability and capable coaching do form the basis of a championship team, but practicing conditions and a good gymnasium certainly would contribute more to the results. Secondly, as to the cost, it would probably not make us debtors. Several local organizations have seriously considered some sort of advancement in the recreational field—a dance hall, bowling alley— such high hopes for the young people of today! The American Legion has been more than willing to see a step taken; they have offered to take it. It seems to me that through the combined efforts, planning, and financing of these various groups, some progress could be made. To raise the required amount of money is a question which can be answered in several different ways. Various methods have been suggested—control of Orleans County Fair, sales, lawn parties, and even individual donations. Taxation is the usual method of financ- ing such an undertaking. Through larger attendances at games profits would soon repay for the gym. Thirdly, we must consider a site for such a construction. No decisive location has been given but several suggestions have been made. The Legion’s desire to locate the building adjacent to its present hall has been argued against. One possibility could be the vacant lot beside or behind the hotel. Because the advantage of locating it near the school has been cited as a very important factor, someone mentioned the three-cornered lot at the further end of school street. This has several good points about it. If such a building came into being, its various uses other than for gymnastic purposes is unlimited. A combination gymnasium and auditorium with properly equipped dressing rooms, would be of great assistance to dramatic interests and for exercises such as graduation. The possession of a dance floor would be keenly appre- ciated by everyone. Another possibility could be the centralized unit consisting of a gymnasium, an auditorium, with Home Eco- nomics and Agricultural Departments also as part of the building. These last two ideas were discussed a few years ago but no active results occurred. The advantage and profit of such an addition to Orleans can definitely be emphasized with an example. Even towns smaller than Orleans have far better gymnastic opportunity. Morrisville, Milton PAGE TWENTY-EIGHT and Brattleboro are instances of success in appropriations for this type of undertaking. Why can’t we have a new gym? That is the stand the young people, especially, take today. It isn’t absurd or impossible you must agree. It is an opportunity for Orleans to prove itself to its younger generation. We, as citizens of a prosperous community, should be willing to do all that is in our power to push this move- ment on to success. Some of you may scoff at the idea, but more of you, I’m sure, would be glad to help credit Orleans with a new and modern building. As we in the graduating class of 1946 go out into the world tonight, we wish to thank you for your part in bringing us to this long awaited moment. The one thing in particular which we urge is that you help, not only the young people, but yourselves and your community by keeping this argument in mind, and not letting another decade slip by without further development. Must this issue be left as just talk” or can’t we make it an actual feat? Priscilla Bennett, ’46, Valedictorian. l'A(iK TWENTY-NINE Class Song The time has come for us to part And travel on our separate ways, But a kind spot ever in our hearts Shall remind us of our bright school days. We tread on pathways dark, alone Remembering teachings given by you Though back of the clouds the sun has gone The knowledge gained here brings us thru. In all the dark days up ahead When we look up to see the sun Shine thru. To bring us through instead Encouragement from your glory won. So farewell Orleans, School of old, Your memory shall ever last And everyone, both shy and bold. Remembers good times all gone past. PAGE THIRTY Class Will We, the Senior Class of nineteen hundred and forty-six, having completed four years of strenuous and back-breaking work, do here- by declare that this, our last will and testament, shall erase all other promises and wills made. We do solemnly swear to uphold this writing to the extent of our power, and we present the following with these gifts: Pat Graham—Priscilla Bennett’s knowledge. Tommy Long—Mack’s jokes. Lawrence Warner—Sias’ voice. Ralph Swett—John’s position in the F. F. A. Arland Macie—Roddy’s ability to act. Becky Racine—Thelma’s temper. Sally Eastman—Rachel’s good looks. Richard Glodgett—Arvid’s muscles. Dot Smith—Persis’ way with Mr. Barton. Pat Loveland—Another Marsh. Midge Orne—Another Senior like Ellis. Warner kids—Puss’ and Kerm’s longitude. Bobbie Kahlstrom—Kerm Smith’s basketball ability. Mr. Barton—A basketball team as good as it was this year. John Kennison—Another black eye. Maurice Blair—A teacher that will keep him after school. Robert Poirier—Some curlier hair. Juniors—Position as Senior Class of O. H. S. for 1946-47. Durwood Cole—Thirty pounds of George Stone’s weight. To the Girls of O. H. S.—Bev Perry’s personality and sports- manlike ways. Herbie Washer—A shaving kit. Juniors—More competition next year. Rich Cloutier—His brother’s satisfactory tardy excuses. O. H. S.—A Polly but not a Mack. Future Gum Chewers of O. H. S.—Sharper knives. PAGE THIRTY.ONE Mr. Schoppe—An assistant to keep his papers in order. John Kennison—Karlene’s meekness. O. H. S.—A new heating system. Gus—A more co-operative student body. Pete and Brenda—A seat for two in study hall. Irvin Bennett—A steady girl friend. Sally Eastman—More servicemen. Roger Montague—More height. Bev. Dow—Thelma’s laugh. Gaston Choiniere—Kerm’s wolfish traits. (Or does he need them!) Leon Vinton—Bill’s musical talent. Mariam Racine—Lucy’s cheerleading ability. Pat Lanoue—Greta’s slimness. Miss Rowe—A more interesting English class. Harvey Perkins—Bob Pickel’s transportation route. Janice and Beck—Elaine’s and Julia’s partnership. Percy Valley—Tink’s natural curly hair. Ike Barney—Bill’s PUNCTUALITY. Wayne Emerson—Dave’s mustache. O. H. S.—Material to start a new gym. Bruce Bowman—More girls to attract his attention. Bullock twins—More boys. (Not that they need them.) Martha Poutre—Bev.’s way with the boys. (What say?) Our will, CHARTERED, SEALED AND PUBLISHED this thirteenth day of June, in the year nineteen hundred and forty-six, shall go into effect June Fourteenth at the close of our last assembly when our high school career has expired. SENIOR CLASS, JUNE, 1946. WITNESSES: President Senior Class—Kermit Smith. Vice President Senior Class—William Webster. Secretary—Rachel McNamara. Treasurer—Beverly Perry. PAGE THIRTY-TWO PAGE THIRTY-THREE JUNIOR CLASS Back Row: (left to right) Richard Cloutier, Bernie Kennison, Wayne Emerson, Arland Macie, Herbie Marsh, Bruce Bow- man, David Dawson, Irvin Bennett, Patrick Graham, Milton Smith. Middle Row: (left to right) Janet Mason, Janet Alexander, Lorraine Carl, Janette Mason, Miss Ballard, Rita Boulanger, Thelma Green, Janice Gray, Becky Racine, Pearlene Griggs. Front Row: (left to right) Beverly Herrick, Marjorie Lyon, Daisy Sanderson, Pauline Donaldson, Sally Eastman, Hazel Kahlstrom, Beverly Cote, Mary Walker, Pauline Perkins, Pearl Dunn. SOPHOMORE CLASS Back Row: (left to right� Durwood Cole, Lyle Place, Roger Wilcox. Fourth Row: (left to right) Norman Cloutier, Harold Twombly, Herbert Washer, Wendell Dewing, Harvey Perkins, George Cor row. Third Row: (left to right� Arvid Barney, Thomas Long, Ralph Swett, Lynn Newton, Lloyd Parker, Dean Simino. Second Row: (left to right) Patricia Lanou, Gertrude Waterman, Tillie Leland, Arlene Perkins, Vera Broome, Mr. Four- nier, Genevieve Gallup, Patricia Bullock, Ann Gray, Doris Smith. Front Row: (left to right) Beverly Labor, Arlene Robinson, Priscilla Bullock, Annie Scott, Avis Austin, Beverly Barry, Elsie Hastings, Patricia Johnson, Elsinore LaCourse, Gloria Simino. ► c R H — ►— ■ X H K R R FRESHMAN CLASS Back Row: (left to right) Roger Montague, Louis Hull, Irving Storey, Roger Aldrich, Maurice Blair, Robert Poirier, John Kennison, Harry Jensen. Third Row: (left to right) Winston Dow, Gaston Choiniere, Clyde Hull, Leon Vinton, Lawrence Warner, Robert Kahl- strom, Alton Choiniere. Second Row: (left to right) Norine Stone, Irene Pelletier, Betty Lacoss, Mr. Barton. Mrs. Conly, Patricia Loveland, Doris Mailhot. Front Row: (left to right) Pauline Butler, Patricia Tinker, Dorothy Hilliard, Martha Poutre, Marion Orne, Beth Ann Warner, Marlene Buzzell, Betsy Messier, Beverly Dow, Elaine Miles. GIRLS’ BASKETBALL PICTURE Back Row: (Left to Right) Norine Stone, Lorraine Carl, Mr. Schoppe, Pauline Donaldson (manager), Ann Gray, Sally Eastman. Front Row: (Left to Right) Beverly Cote, Becky Racine, Thelma Leach, Beverly Perry, Janice Gray, Persis Wells. BOYS' BASKETBALL PICTURE Back Row: (Left to Right) Mr. Barton, Richard Tinker, Irvin Bennett, Bruce Bowman, Roderick Gallup, Arthur Sias, Wayne Emerson (mana- ger). Front Row: (Left to Right) Raymond Cloutier, Billy Webster, Kermit Smith, Slayton Marsh, Richard Cloutier. CHEERLEADING PICTURE (Left to Right): Sally Eastman, Martha Poutre, Patricia Johnson, Lucille Gray, Priscilla Bullock. K £ PAGE THIRTY-SEVEN Austin’s Drug Store The ?®XOJEC. Store School Supplies with Quality and Value Shipments Direct From Manufacturer Make Possible Better Quality Paper - More Sheets Per Package All Drug Store Merchandise PRESCRIPTIONS Two Graduate and Registered Pharmacists: A. O. Austin, Phm.D. - P. H. Austin, B.S. 28 Main St. - Tel. 33-2 - Orleans, Vt. Of Course You Know That building replacement costs are way above 1941 values. Also furniture is much higher. Have you increased your fire insur- ance to fit this condition? Dickens-Kipp Insurance Agency PAGE THIRTY-EIGHT WRIGHT’S GARAGE 24-Hour Wrecker Service Anywhere Gas and Electric Welding Machine Shop Service for Farm Implements. Tire and Tube Vulcanizing General Garage Repair Tel. Orleans 130 Compliments of C. S. Tracy Pleezing Food Store Tel. Orleans 127-11 PAGE THIRTY-NINE THE DERICK STUDIO of Portrait and Commercial PHOTOGRAPHY Orleans, Vermont AMOCO STATION Gas Oil Greasing Vulcanizing Racine and Skinner, Prop. Tel. Orleans 150 PAGE FORTY STEVENS COMPANY We invite you to visit our new store with a complete line of Hardware Milk Coolers - Milking Machines Tools Dishes Toys Compliments of Orleans Feed Company Poultry and Dairy Rations Telephone 60 Orleans, Vermont PAGE FORTY-ONE THE CONVERSE CO. Hardware Furniture Frigidaire Bendix Philyas Service Tel. Orleans 85-2 Compliments of Chainey’s Barber Shop Completely Equipped Sanitary Quality Work Done Moderate Prices PAGE FORTY-TWO Stub’s Garage Gulf Gas and Oil General Repair “Stub” Kennison, Prop. Coventry, Vt. St. Pierre’s Service Station Texaco Gas and Oil General Repairs Acetylene Welding Coventry, Vt. Phone Newport 301 -M3 Compliments of Guy E. Longeway GENERAL MERCHANDISE A Home-Owned Store Coventry, Vt. Compliments of W. B. DEAN Groceries and Meats Orleans, Vermont PAGE FORTY-THREE J. B. COLTON CO. Meats - Groceries - Hardware Tel. Orleans 90 Gilpin, Hunt Co., Inc. Printers and Publishers TWO MODERN PRINTING PLANTS Barton and Newport, Vermont Newpnrt Batlg Express WEEKLY ORLEANS COUNTY MONITOR PAGE FORTY .FOUR DAVE GALLUP Dealer In Livestock Hay We have a good line of Western Horses to trade and sell. Compliments of Checkerboard Feed Store Purina Chows Feeds - Grains - Hardware Westinghouse PAGE FORTY-FIVE PAGE FORTY-SIX 7 Main St. Newport, Vt Newport 470 W 27church st., Orleans, vt. Orleans 85 1 2 Jp There is a good reason ... why Converse Funeral Service is the choice of so many. It is the knowledge that this organization brings capable service to this and surrounding communities. i V