Owego Free Academy - Tom Tom Yearbook (Owego, NY)

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FRESHMAN BOYS Front Row, L to R--G. Luther, R, Shrauqer, I. Spaulding, G. Roqers, W. Mahar, R. Gartland, T. Dennison, R. Severf son, W. Bish, B. Knox, P. Panetti, R. Campbell, D. Strope. Second Row-R. Fowler, G, Kircli, R. Heeter, I, Carey, E. Walker, G. Bowen, C. Halliday, L. Hill, R. Welch, I. Knapp, F. Gradel, F. Catlin, W. Haelinq, T. Hartman, G. Cole. Third RowfR. Cole, M, Haner, I. Shaeier, I. Quinn, R. Luscornb, G. Very, D, Gay, F. Lynch, G. White, H. Moshier, H. Strong, D. Warner. Fourth Row-C. Cornett, R. Hamilton, R. Babcock, F, Rothroclc, VV, Harrison, VV. Pianosi, R. Wagner, K. Swartz, H. Williams, E. Murphy, R. Gosline, H, Seitel, W. Connelly, E. Hanbury, F. Race, E. Blaasch, i I I FRESHMAN GIRLS Front Row, L to R-I. Vlfhite, P. Lynch, M. Hoskins, S, Boland, I. Nagel, C, inscho, E. Burger, N. Shulfs, N. VVard L. Bailey, K. Skellenaer, D. Chermak. Second Row-B. Siqns, M. McCormick, E. Iakei, M. Martin, A. Weber, S. Toft, E. Warner, T. Robinson, H. Dunning D. Dietzman, T. Lane, S. VanNess, D. Chaffee. Third Row-I. Boyd, M. Corneft, K, lNarner, K. Waite, V, Cornell, VJ. Vlfalker, M. Vfilliarns, K. Cortriqht, I. Strong L. Ward, S. Baker, E. Toe-plce. Fourth Row-I. Hawkins, R. Codner, B. Andrews, I. Pachuclci, D. Sibley, S. Russell, T. Lonqo, I. Williams, S. Sylcora L. Zawko, E, Lipka.

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The FRESHMEN FRESHMAN OFFICERS Front Bow, L to B-W. Haeling, Treas.: B. Knox, V. Pres.: T. Hartman, Pres., P. Panetti, Sec., C. lnscho, St. Council. Second Row-T. Dennison, Si. Council, Mr. Grimes, Adviser. HE class of l952 came under the Big Top of the O. F. A. circus as the smallest and youngest performers in the sawdust ring. There were not enough monkeys in the local jungles, so some were imported from far and near. They came to answer the call of the Ring Master from Little Meadows, Apala- chin, Campville, Flemingville, and Tioga Center. Immediately they were involved in all the fascinating activities of life under the Big Top. The ones who rode on the band- wagon this year were: President Tom Hart- man, the ringleader: Vice President Charles Knox, the clown: Pat Panetti, the tumblerg and Warren l-laeling, the dwarf: Student Council members Caroline lnscho and Tim Dennison. The driver who cracked the whip was Mr. Grimes. The cute little dogs of our circus joined the O Club. Three midgets played on the first string Iunior Varsity basketball team this year. They were George Bowen, who broke a scoring record, Ernest Hanbury, and Bud Knox. On the second string was Charles Cornett. Ioe Carey, assistant manager of the squad, was water boy for small animal athletes. The midgets were not the only star performers as Bill Mahar played on the Var- sity. Ring l5's favorite canary, Nancy Shults, sang a solo for the Christmas Program. Three young ponies made quite an impression in the annual three-ring Talent Show. Take a bow, Caroline lnscho, Bill Mahar, and Rich- ard Babcock. When it came to the tumbling act Richard Gartland was right there on the first string of the Varsity football team. ln conclusion it can be said all the small creatures felt like tight rope walkers trying to stay on the line as they came near the end of the show season and thought of what they would have to do before they had earned a vacation.

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The EIGHTH GRADE Front Row, L to C. Knauf 8-2 Second Row-F. Ellis 8-3 V. V. Pres.: 1. TEP right up and see eighth grade has been months and now comes ance. School hardships may be opposites, but EIGHTH GRADE OFFICERS R-S. Walchuck 8-1 Sec.: K. Gillette 8-1 Girl Usher, 1. Barr 8-l Pres., Pres.: N. Holmes 8-2 V. Pres., 1. Bogert 8-3 Girl Usher, N, Vincent 8-2 Sec. Kelly 8-3 Sec.: F. Clark 8-2 Boy Usher, R. lcckson 8-l Boy Usherg D. Pres,g B. Wolfe 8-3 Treas.p S. Grimes 8-2 Girl Usher, R. Harding 8-1 Milks 8-2 Treas.g R. Cooper 8-1 Treas. the big show! The in training for ten the grand perform- and a gay circus their activities are similar. The performers of a circus also spend months in training before the final showing under the Big Top. ln school, required subjects make up the main show. To pass the Regents in lune, pupils must practice their daily lessons: just as circus stars must practice their acts. Top stars learn to take orders, receive criticism and co-operate. We both strive for perfec- tion. When polishing up on the fundamen- tals, it requires ambition and industry. Teachers and trainers alike, need the pa- tience of job. Later, their help and under- standing are appreciated. The side shows are like our extracur- ricular activities, including sports, music and recreations. This year, the girls had home- making, each class having a ten weeks' course. The three music classes met to- gether in the auditorium. Our chorus sang in the spring concert. Several stars per- formed in the Talent Show and other pro- grams. ln sports, our stars did us credit. All enjoyed the second annual Field Day. Many attractive and original costumes were dis- played at the l-lallowe'en Party. ln home- room meetings, pupils discussed their prob- lems and expressed some rather surprising opinions. These activities were just as en- joyable as the well-chosen side shows of a modern circus. Though the eighth grade is very differ- ent from the circus that comes to town every year, in school and in circus, patience, diligent practice and co-operation are es- sential. Skill and the ability to excel must and be achieved. Character, standards ideals are built up. ln the grand finale, most of the performers have been successful. May we always remember our happy days to- gether, and make this an outstanding class in 1953.