Plymouth State University - Conning Tower Yearbook (Plymouth, NH)

Text from Pages 1 - 88 of the 1951 volume:

From which th e U e o PTC. is observed PLYMOUTH TEACHERS COLLEGE q Ut Prosim -TU 1 May B e oj Service PLYMOUTH.NEW HAMPSHIRE TABLE OF CONTENTS CONNING TOWER STAFF.............................3 DEDICATION......................................4 FOREWORD........................................5 PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE.............................6 FACULTY ....................................... 7 CLASS OFFICERS AND HISTORY.....................16 SENIORS........................................18 GRADUATE STUDENTS..............................29 REMEMBER WHEN ... ?............................30 UNDERCLASSMEN..................................33 CLUBS..........................................37 SPORTS.........................................51 FEATURES.......................................59 UN PETIT MOT de GRACE..........................69 • 2 • Seated: Miss Doolittle, Helen LaPlante, Elizabeth Annis, Lois Kent. Standing: Theresa Belisle, Robert Morrissey, Jacqueline Bowdoin, James Ordway, Doris Harrigan, Marilyn Class. Conning Tower Staff Secretary Marilyn Glass Editor Elizabeth Annis Associate Editors Lois Kent Helen LaPlante Literary E. Way mouth J. Yeaton J. Webb R. Dumais R. Murdough J. Trumbull R. Foy M. Cauley T. Belisle P. Bruton Activity Business R. Morrissey D. Harrigan Sports Clubs J. Storer E. Small L. LaBrie R. Paine A. Chase E. McClintock B. Knickle Feature J. Ordway College Events M. Bourassa J. Howe Advertising P. Rutherford R. Bolduc M. Crowley R.Jordan Photography H. Angers I I. Sanborn N. Madore Art R. Blaney E. Lasak Printing and Distributing E. Blake A. Lachance Finance Class Officers • 3 • Junior Representative Jacqueline Bowdoin Dedication Each year the graduating class pauses during its activities to give honor to one who has given to the class immeasurable aid in study, sport, and spirit. We here at Plymouth can only speak of Coach Foley in praise for the untiring effort and spirit which he has given. His achievements, which he made seem as our achievements, will always be remembered and cherished by us. It is for these reasons we, the Class of 1951, dedicate to you, John Foley, our yearbook. It is but a small token of the fond appreciation we wish to express so that you may remember your many friends in the Class of 1951. • • 4 • FOREWORD This is the Class of 1951. This is their past which belongs to them forever enveloped in memories, accomplishments, hopes, and dreams. This is also Plymouth Teachers College, for otherwise the Class of 1951 could not have been. It is a book for all classes. We have endeavored to portray the “halls of ivy” as an artist paints his visions. This is a calendar turning its pages of time of college life, activities, and fun. To all of you at Plymouth—faculty and students—we present our yearbook, hoping you will look at it and treasure it as one of your choicest possessions. • • 5 • HOWARD R. JONES President University of Minnesota, B.S., M.A.; Yale University, Ph.D. The President's Message to the Seniors Your senior year has been marked by a declaration of national emergency. As we face the future, it is important that we realize that while armed force is necessary to our defense at this juncture of world history, armed force can only defend territory and contain an aggressor. The perpetuation and strengthening of democratic ideals and democratic government can be accomplished only through a process of education. The service of teaching is in the national defense. As the members of the Class of 1951 accept positions of public trust and responsibility, Plymouth Teachers College wishes each and everyone Godspeed.’’ • 6 • ROSA CANNISTRARO AHERN Supervising Teacher Plymouth Teachers College, B. Ed. M. PRISCILLA ALDEN Physical Education Sargent School of Physical Education; Boston University, B.S.; Columbia University, M.A. NORTON R. BACLEY Supervising Teacher Plymouth Teachers College, B. Ed.; Boston University, M. Ed. ELLA F. BATCHELDER Supervising Teacher Craduate, Plymouth Teachers College JOHN B. BOUCHARD Elementary Education Syracuse University, B.S., M.S. Ed., Ed.D. FRANCIS DOUCLAS BOWLES Supervising Teacher University of New Hampshire, B.A. ROBERT LUCIUS BOYD Natural Sciences University of Massachusetts, B.S.; University of New Hampshire, Ed. Nl. RUTH OLIVE BOZARTH Social Studies Illinois State Normal Univer- — sity, B. Ed.; Teachers College, Columbia University, A.M. ANNA BEAN BROWN Supervising Teacher Simmons College; University of Maine, B.S.; University of New Hampshire, Ed. M. DONALD W. BRUNER University of Illinois, B.A.; University of Oregon, Ed. M. HAZEL E. BULLEN Supervising Teacher Framingham Teachers College, B.S. in Ed.; Boston University. M. Ed. PATRICIA COGSWELL Supervising Teacher Keene Teachers College, B. FRANK A. CUMMINCS English, Veterans' Registrar University of Vermont, B.S. in Ed., M.A. ELIZABETH WHITING DOOLITTLE Librarian Bates College, A.B.; Simmons College, School of Library Science, B.S. KARL DRERUP Fine Arts Ver e i n i g t e Staatsschulen, Berlin, Meisterschueler certificate; Royal Academy and Kunsthistorisches I n s t i t u t, Florence, Italy STELLA HUGHES DURKEE Principal, Elementary Schools Director, Elementary Student Teaching; Castleton State Normal School, B. Ed.; University of Vermont, Ed. M. ROBERT JOHN ERNST Business Education Iowa State Teachers College, A.B.; State University of Iowa, A.M. LEE B. HENRY Dean of Men; Languages Amherst College, B.A.; University of New Hampshire, Nl. Ed.; University of Dijon, Diplomc dc Francais JOHN C. FOLEY English, Physical Education St. Anselm's College, B.A.; Boston University, M.A. RUTH GRIFFITHS Dean of Student Personnel Lowell State Teachers College. B.S. in Ed.; Boston University, M.A. HENRY S. HASKELL Early Childhood Education Pomona College, B.A.; New York University, M.A. RECIS A. HORACE Business Education Plymouth Teachers College, B. Ed.; Boston University, M. Ed. LULU M. HOYT Supervising Teacher Boston University, B.S. in Ed., M. Ed. HANS P. JORGENSEN Music American Conservatory of Music, B.M. in Ed., M.M. Ed. HARRY E. KENNEY Education University of New Hampshire. B.S., M. Ed. CHARLES B. KINNEY, JR. Dean of Instruction Lebanon Valley College, A.B.; Teachers College, Columbia University, M.A. SARAH CAULEY LEAHY Home Economics Framingham Normal School; Boston University, B.S. in Ed., A.M. DOROTHY LEVENS Supervising Teacher Teachers College, Columbia University, B.S., M.A. THELMA WEICK MACFARLANE Supervising Teacher Willimantic State Teachers College, B.S.; Teachers College, Columbia University, M.A. ALBERT MERRILL Supervising Teacher Plymouth Teachers College, B. Ed. DOROTHY B. O’NEILL Supervising Teacher Plymouth Teachers College, B. Ed. MURRAY C. PHILLIPS Physical Sciences City College of New York, B.S .; Teachers College, Columbia University, M.A. PERCY S. RIDLON English Rowdoin College, B.A.; Boston University, School of Theology, S.T.B. MARION KATHERINE SEAVEY Elementary Education Boston University, B.S. in Ed., M. Ed. GENEVA MAY SMITH Mathematics Boston University, B.S. in Ed.; University of Maine, B.A. PAULINE SPITZNER Supervising Teacher Plymouth Teachers College, B. Ed. PATRICIA STORER Supervising Teacher Plymouth Teachers College, B. Ed. ELLEN SMITH TAPPLY Supervising Teacher Plymouth Teachers College, B. Ed. EVELYN PACE UHLENBERG Supervising Teacher Plymouth Teachers College, B. Ed. EVELYN MARGUERITE WAUGH Social Studies University of Maine, B. Pd., A.B.; University of California, A.M. RACHEL MERRILL WRIGHT Supervising Teacher Plymouth Teachers College, B. Ed.; University of New Hampshire, M. Ed. ERMA T. AHERN Secretary, Business Office NATALIE C. BOUTELLE Receptionist SYLVIA FEENEY Secretary, Elementary School MAUD LEROUX Manager, Bookstore DOROTHY D. LESLIE Dormitory Supervisor, ELINOR S. OSGOOD Hall Dormitory Secretary, Student Personnel SHIRLEY M. SELLECK Secretary to the President ANNIE E. SHERIDAN, R.N. Nurse GERTRUDE I. SILVER EMMA J. WALKER, JEAN YORK Administrative Assistant Dormitory Supervisor, Secretary, Elementary School Mary Lyon Hall 14 • their class officers . . . Ernest R. Blake, Jr. President Douclas Robertson Secretary Harold Ancers Rita Blaney Vice President Treasurer and their history.......... In four years at Plymouth Teachers College we have made valuable acquisitions which cannot l e pried away from us—the procurement of friends, of social maturity, of mental prowess. These years have enriched us greatly. They have fortified us with knowledge; they have given us power to emulate our associates in the struggle for survival in the world beyond these walls. We remember the day of the first appearance of upperclassmen when we didn’t know exactly our plight. Since then we have obtained the enlightenment which is ours today. In four years we have developed socially and scholastically almost beyond recognition. We have made friends who will leave with us; we have made friends who will remain behind. But whether they stay here or leave, they will endure in our memories always. Just as we have taken with us a myriad of possessions of inestimable worth, so have we left something of value behind to be utilized bv our successors. Under our auspices the exclusive, exquisite CLUB ’51 has acquired a laudable reputation at the college. Our music-making trio has been introduced to other audiences. • • 16 • The chorus, although it hasn’t had any actual offers of a position, has enjoyed popularity throughout the years since its debut. The club has auditioned and presented vocalists from other classes, starting them on their way to fame. The renowned Pemi Rhythm Bovs have been an inspiration to those who are on the first rung of the ladder of success. To the already distinguished and celebrated A Cappella Choir, which has focused attention on our school through its activities throughout New England, we have added many euphonious voices. We are represented in the smaller vocal groups also. In athletics our contribution has been of no less value or significance. In regard to competitive sports, women have been limited, but they have excelled in intramural sports— basketball, field hockey, speed ball, badminton, volley ball. Our men, who do participate competitively with other schools in basketball and baseball, have achieved a place for P. T. C. among the lx st. Worthy additions have come to us from other colleges to help brighten our future in athletics. At carnival time our class snow sculpturing has triumphed. We have, more than once, furnished the sovereign to rule over the carnival events. As freshmen, we had many liberal arts students among us. Some have transferred to other schools. Some were inspired to devote themselves to the training of America’s youth and have remained at Plymouth. Some secondary education students have taken advantage of the conversion program, upon completion of which they are eligible to instruct both elementary pupils and secondary students. During our freshman year the women inhabited Mary Lyon Hall while the men dwelt in Russell House and Hall Dormitory. The next year women surpassed the men— in number at least—and forced the less dominant sex out of Russell House. The House was renovated, and senior girls resided there for two and one-half years. With funds appropriated by the State, the third floor of Mary Lvon Hall was transformed from a dark attic into quite attractive rooms, done in pastels. Into these rooms moved the senior girls from Russell House. The only thing needed to avoid the long trek up those formidable stairs is an elevator. The rest approaches perfection. As the men and women moved their possessions from one dormitory to another, depending upon the percentage of male and female students, the commuters moved along with them. During our senior year our secondaries left the protection of the college, which has fostered them for three and one-half years, and entered New Hampshire’s secondary schools for a preview of the actual teaching of youth. They went north, east, south, and west and brought back to the college experiences to instruct, inspire, and amuse their associates. The elementaries had their student-teaching experience at the Plymouth Elementary School. We have all come to realize our responsibilities in the world of education. As we step forth into it—to fulfill our own general and individual objectives—it is with confidence in ourselves and our ideals that we go. We must prepare our youth to compete with their peers and to conquer the obstacles that stand in the way of their success and happiness. This we are anxious and ready to do. Let us remember as we journey forth— “Give plenty of what is given to you, And listen to pity’s call; Don’t think the little you give is great And the much you get is small. —Phoebe Cary Alma Chase and Ellen McClintock HAROLD F. ANGERS Loconio Elementary Conning Tower Staff; F.T.A.; Scton Club; Science Club; Outing Club; Basketball Manager; Golf Team; Student Council; Class Officer. ELIZABETH R. ANNIS Colcbrook Business Education Conning Tower Staff; F.T.A.; Outing Club; Choir; Christian Association; Canterbury Club; Varsity Basketball; Intramural Athletics; College Newspaper. MARTHA JANE ARSENAULT Plymouth Elementary F.T.A.; Intramural Athletics; Seton Club; Choir; Outing Club. 1951 • ERNEST R. BLAKE, JR. THERESA M. BELISLE Plymouth Leboaon Secondary RALPH G. BEEDE Early Childhood Education I.R.C.; Science Club; Social Club Coun- Plymouth F.T.A.; Seton Club; Choir; Art Club; cil; Choir; Student Council; Collegians; Secondary National Nursery School Education Con- College Players; Class Officer; Conning Commuter. ference. Boston; Conning Tower Staff. Tower Staff; Commuter. THERESA A. BLANCHETTE Goffstown Business Education F.T.A.; Seton Club; Intramural Athletics; Cheerleader. MARIE T. BOURASSA Manchester Early Childhood Education Conning Tower Staff; F.T.A.; Seton Club; Social Club Council; Choir; Intramural Athletics; College Players; French Club. RITA M. BLANEY Bethlehem Elementary Conning Tower Staff; Seton Club; Outing Club; W.A.A. Officer; Varsity Basketball; Intramural Athletics; Class Officer. CHARLES E. BOUTELLE Plymouth Elementary I.R.C.; Intramural Athletics; College Players; F.T.A.; Commuter. RAYMOND A. BOLDUC Meredith Secondary Seton Club; I.R.C.; Ski Club; Chess Club; Conning Tower Staff; Commuter. 1951 PHYLLIS A. BRUTON Manchester Elementary Seton Club; F.T.A.; Science Club; Choir; French Club; Band; Orchestra; School Newspaper; Conning Tower Staff. DONALD W. BUMP Ashland Elementary Commuter; Camera Club; Science Club; Chess Club; F.T.A. HARRISON M. BURNS Manchester Elementary Ski Club; Outing Club; I.R.C.; Varsity Basketball; Intramural Athletics; Basketball Manager; Varsity Baseball. MARGARET E. CAULEY Brookline, Mossochusetts Elementary Choir; Science Club; F.T.A,; Seton Club I.K.C.; New England Teachers Conven tion, Boston; Conning Tower Staff. 1951 ALMA D. CHASE Plymouth Secondary Conning Tower Staff; Christian Associa- MAXINE H. CHELLIS tion; Outing Club; Varsity Basketball; Franklin Congregational Club; College News- Elementary paper; Intramural Athletics; Commuter. Choir; Collegiancttcs. GORDON C. COMSTOCK Goffstown Secondary F.T.A.; Science Club; Methodist Clul Outing Club; intramural Athletics. LEON L. DUSTIN Ashland Secondary Varsity Baseball; Seton Club; Intramural Athletics; Commuter. MARION E. CROWLEY Ashlond Elementary Intramural Athletics; F.T.A.; Conning Tower Staff; Choir. ROBERT E. DUMAIS Somersworth Secondary Intramural Athletics; Varsity Basketball; Seton Club; I.R.C.; Science Club; F.T.A.; Choir; Collegians; Conning Tower Staff. 1951 HOLLIS L. EMERY Grovcton Secondary | Seton Club; Varsity Baseball; Varsity Basketball; Intramural Athletics. JUNE L. FLANDERS Ashlond Elementary Commuter. ROBERT J. FOY Concord Secondary I.K.C.; Seton Club; Science Club; Camera Club; Choir; Conning Tower Staff; College Newspaper. BARBARA L. FRAZEE Pcnocook Early Childhood Education Transfer from U.N.H.; Choir; Collegian ettes. MARILYN J. GLASS Portsmouth Business Education Conning Tower Staff; F.T.A.; Social Club Council; Christian Association; Methodist Club; Ski Club; Intramural Athletics; Eastern States Association of Professional Schools for Teachers, New York; Art Club; Class Officer. DORIS HARRIGAN Bethlehem Business Education Conning Tower Staff; F.T.A.; Social Club Council; Outing Club; W.A.A. Officer; Ski Club; Varsity Basketball; Intramural Athletics; College Players; Class Officer. 1951 JOANNE B. HOWE Bow KARL W. HOFF Woodstock Secondary Elementary Science Club; Ski Club; Canterbury Club; Ski Team; Intramural Athletics. Elementary Conning Tower Staff; F.T.A.; Science Club; Social Club Council; Outing Club; W.A.A. Officer; Ski Club; Basketball Manager; Student Council; New England Teachers Conference, Boston; Intramural Athletics. NORMAN JOHNSON Lcbonon Secondary Varsity B;iskctball; Student Council. RURIC W. JORDAN Plymouth Secondary Conning Tower Staff; Choir; Methodist Club; Collegians; Intramural Athletics; Commuter. LOIS I. KENT Newmorkct Elementary Conning Tower Staff; F.T.A.; Science Club; Christian Association; Choir; Intramural Athletics; Congregational Club. BARBARA KNICKLE Somerville, Mossochusctts Early Childhootl Education Transfer from Mount Ida; Outing Club; Canterbury Club; I.R.C.; Christian Association; Choir; Art Club; Intramural Athletics; National Nursery School Education Conference, Boston. 1951 HELEN 0. LoPLANTE Franklin G. LEATRICE LaBRIE Lebonon Business Education Varsity Basketball; Conning Tower Staff; F.T.A.; College Players; Intramural Athletics. ANNETTE I. LACHANCE Monc better Elementary Transfer from Mount St. Mary; F.T.A.; Seton Club; Choir; Conning Tower Staff. Elementary Conning Tower Staff; F.T.A.; Seton Club; Choir; New England Teachers Convention, Boston; Art Club; French Club; .Student Council; Intramural Athletics. MAURICE A. LoPLANTE Franklin Secondary Class Officer; Chess Club; Social Club Council; I.R.C.; F.T.A.; College Players; Seton Club; French Club; New England Teachers Preparatory Association. Boston; International Relations Club Conference, Durham. EDWIN J. LASAK Meredith Secondary Commuter; Conning Tower Staff; Science Club; Art Club; Student Council. THOMAS F. MocDONALD Manchester Elementary Seton Club; Outing Club; College Newspaper; Intramural Athletic ; Student Council. 1951 DOROTHY H. MAYNE Plymouth Elementary Science Club; College Newspaper; Seton Club; Choir; Intramural Athletics; French Club; F.T.A.; Commuter. GEORGE A. MAYNE Plymouth Secondary Elementary Commuter; Seton Club. ELLEN E. McCLINTOCK Hillsboro Business Education Christian Association; Band; Orchestra; Congregational Club; Intramural Athletics; Conning Tower Staff. ROBERT A. MORRISSEY New Hampton RUTH E. MURDOUGH Hillsboro Secondary College Players; I.K.C.; Conning Tower Staff; Student Council; Varsity Basketball; Intramural Athletics; Golf Team; F.T.A.; Class Officer. Business Education Conning Tower Staff; Christian Association; Methodist Club; Intramural Athletics; College Players. JAMES W. ORDWAY Plymouth Secondary Commuter; Conning Tower Staff; Outing Club; Science Club; Christian Association; F.T.A.; Camera Club; Band; Congregational Club. 1951 ROBERT T. PAINE Concord Secondary Science Club; Outing Club; Social Club Council; Intramural Athletics; College Players; Conning Tower Staff. MIRIAM F. POELMAN Wolfeboro Elementary F.T.A.; Christian Association; Choir; Camera Club; Congregational Club; Intramural Athletics; Student Christian Movement Convention, Boston. DOUGLAS L. ROBERTSON Plymouth Elementary Commuter; Choir; Conning Tower Staff; F.T.A.; Class Officer. WILFRED J. ROBITAILLE Franklin Secondary Transfer from New England College; Varsity Basketball; Student Council. 1951 • BRUCE RYAN Plymouth Business Education Intramural Athletics; Social Club Council; Student Council; Ski Team; Ski Club; Scton Club; Commuter. MAVIS K. RUTHERFORD Plymouth Elementary Science Club; Student Christian Movement; Intramural Athletics; I.R.C.; Outing Club; Commuter. PRISCILLA RUTHERFORD Plymouth Elementary Commuter; Student Council; Intramura Athletics; Student Christian‘Movement Conning Tower Staff. HARRY J. SANBORN Lebanon Elementary Conning Tower Staff; F.T.A.; Seton Club; Science Club; Outing Club; Intramural Athletics; Varsity Baseball; Golf Team; Student Council; Basketball Manager; Eastern States Teachers Association Conference, New York. ELSIE G. SEED Solem Depot Elementary Assistant Librarian; F.T.A. PETER J. SHANELARIS Franklin Secondary Transfer from New England College; Varsity Basketball. JANE H. TRUMBULL Etno Business Education F.T.A.; Choir; Outing Club; Intramural Athletics; College Players; Conning Tower Staff; Eastern States Association of Professional Schools for Teachers, New York. EDWARD H. SMALL New Canaan, Connecticut Secondary Conning Tower Staff; Science Club; I.R.C.; F.T.A.; Christian Association; Chess Club; College Newspaper. JOANN STORER Newficlds Business Education Choir; Outing Club; Conning Tower Staff; Cheerleader; W.A.A. Officer; Varsity Basketball; Intramural Athletics. 1951 D. EMILY WAYMOUTH Loudon Secondary F.T.A.; Canterbury Club; Christian Association; College Players; Choir; Conning Tower Staff. JANICE H. WEBB Effingham Falls Elementary Conning Tower Staff; F.T.A.; Science Club; Christian Association; Choir; Outing Club; Intramural Athletics; Canterbury Club; Camera Club; French Club; College Newspaper; College Players. MADELINE M. WELCH Monchester Elementary F.T.A.; Seton Club; Choir; Art Club; Outing Club; Ski Club; Intramural Athletics; New England Teachers Convention, Boston. ROBERT S. WEST Concord Secondary Elementary Student Council; Varsity Basketball; Golf Team; Seton Club; Intramural Athletics. JANE WILLOUGHBY Moulton boro Elementary F.T.A.; Outing Club; Science Club; Intramural Athletics. 1951 JOANNE S. YEATON Plymouth Elementary Commuter; F.T.A.; Conning Tower Staff. RICHARD C. YORK Plymouth Elementary Commuter; Choir. RICHARD W. HISLOF Gilmonton Iron Works Secondary Commuter; Science Club; I.R.C.; Chess Club. ' NORMAND W. MADORE Plymouth Elementary Conning lower Staff; Seton Club; Social Club Council; Choir; Camera Club; Commuter. CONRAD ROSSELLO Plymouth Secondary Band. 1951 Remember When . . . ? The cry of Mall Dorm was “Who put the marmalade on Miss Broughton’s door knob?’’ Jan was caught on the throne and missed a class? Somebody called Conrad’s violin a fiddle? Dean Henry congratulated General Waugh when she took New England? Bolduc said, If they send me to Laconia, I won’t practice teach?” Mrs. Walker found Marion educating the commuters? Bob Morrissey was selling diamond rings? Paris came to P. T. C ? Dumais gave early morning concerts? Helen had her feelings hurt at the Weirs? We had a flu epidemic? Dick York said goodbye to Mr. McKinney? Terry applied a lawn mower to her hair? Jim Ordway decided to leave us? Ellen took up palmistry? Ed Small had a buddy named Perc? Marilyn was scared into hysterics by the “wounded vet?” The house committee was popular? Karl’s name was changed to Jack? Ruth was in such demand at the infirmary? It was a continual Fourth of July in Hall Dorm? Betty’s fear of Moon ? Madore took out Sadie? Club ’51 was a big hit? Russell House had an all-night Christmas part) ? Bump was seen without his pipe? Almsie came in contact with a telephone pole with her father’s new car? The choir had a party? • The little theatre was closed unlawfully? Nettie had to sleep in the guest room? What happened to your bed? A huge car was found on Mary Lyon porch? Martha and Marie took up pipe smoking? Jo IIowc wouldn’t let Ann kill the mice? Harry Sanborn smiled? Mavis was so confused that she was throwing chairs and rugs in and out of a room? Holly and Charlie were the best of friends? Jan was trying to catch the mumps? Paine didn’t burp? Dot Mayne added an expense to the family budget? Maurice said something that wasn’t in Robert’s RULES OF ORDER? June couldn't make up her mind? Comstock’s face was slapped? Remember, Ellen? Some of the senior girls were in mourning? Blake got into a double harness? Ellen and Bubbles became engaged? George Mayne used to talk at house meetings? Jo Storer and Reet took advantage of the staging one night? Pete Slumelaris only got five points? Miriam chased the bat around the new third floor? Doug Robertson had his baby? Eight of the boys took a vacation? Shakespeare” became the favorite author at Mary Lyon Hall? There were frequent card games behind locked doors? Bruce used the commuters’ room for a garage? The shade went up in Room 3 at Russell House? • 30 • Niki was eternally reducing? Hutchy was with us? Betty received a “case” for her birthday from the boys? The golf team won? Jane Willoughby made a trip to Alaska and returned without a diamond much to our surprise? Charlie Boutelle got a “C”? Lois took beauty treatments in the middle of the night? Sim’s Bombers? Elsie Seed raised the averages? Janie Trumbull changed her philosophy of life? The cry was Too late, Nathan ”? Bubbles’ mattress disappeared for a few days? Angers didn’t blush when a girl spoke to him? Dot Harrigan had an escapade with a skunk? West and Morrissey moved street signs to Mary Lyon porch? Pussy made a hit with the carpenters on third floor? Ricky was friendly with the horses? Rita’s unmentionables went out the window? Norm and Lea weren’t seen together? The canteen had a gala opening? Jo Storer attempted acrobatics on the basketball floor? The dining room was quiet? We don’t. Nobody worried about the draft? We didn't have l eans on Saturday night? Dustin went to class for a full week? The Prince wore sneakers? The tunnel was busy at Hallowe’en? We fought forest fires? Queenie Robitaille of New England became King Robie of Plymouth? Mac came back with a diamond from her childhood sweetheart? Beede spoke? Lea didn’t have a nickname? Laramie and LaPlante clashed? LaPlante won. Barb sang Give Me a Little Kiss” and got one from Bob? Lasak made a “pot” (arts and crafts)? Madeline took a trip to Tilton? Foy sang in the church choir? Jo Yeaton was the May Queen and soon afterward showed evidence of being Bumsey s queen? MacDonald picked the losing side? Some of the seniors went to the “Big City”? Bucky was here? We thought Emily had been kidnapped during our freshman year? We went on nature study tours to Langdon Park without Mr. Boyd? Phyllis....!!! Hislop wasn’t in an argument? Tiny got the disease known as “Billiam ? • 31 • First Row: R. Martens, B. Martens, J. Saunders, E. Aronoff, C. Dustin. Second Row: R. Bissonettc, C. Rolfe, A. Juris, R. Fuller, B. Maccy, R. Covey. Third Row: C. Smith, Jr., B. Thompson. Absent When Picture Was Taken: J. Ahem, E. Clonaris Graduate Students The first full-year graduate program to be offered on campus during the regular year in the New Hampshire Teachers Colleges was inaugurated at Plymouth Teachers College in September, 1950. The program was designed primarily for graduates of lil eral arts colleges and graduates of secondary teacher preparation curricula who wished to prepare for elementary teaching in view of the great demand for elementary teachers and at the same time work toward the degree of master of education. • • 32 • WncleAjdaumm Junior Class Seated: Miss Horace, Advisor; E. Hanson, Treasurer; R. Hathaway, President; J. Currier, Secretary; D. Hussey, Vice President. First Row: M. Polhemus, B. Fennell. C. Hodder. M. Hanchett, K. Cass. M. Head, M. Paris, B. Pettes, • J. Janelle, 1. lones, D. Seguin, B. Stevens, E. Westover, J. Hawthorne, E. Clark, R. Millar. Second Row: B. Chadboume. M. McKinney. J. Baker, M. Bortree, D. Harrison, E. Crocker, G. Smith, P. Szopa, E. Parent, J. Bowdoin, E. Swan, D. Goode, B. Jones, J. Richardson, H. Reardon, L. Ouellette. Third Row: D. Day, B. Ames. H. Piper, L. DeLacey, A. Wilson, K. Hanscom, C. Stimis, A. Martin, L. Metivier, A. Rich, W. Hixon, R. Draper, E. Clark, W. Morris. Fourth Row: R. Fabisiak, G. Bryenton, E. Cail, R. Weeks, N. Wiggin, H. McCormick, J. Y'arcs, W. Poland, K. Hawkins, P. Pickwick, M. Merrill, G. Heath, C. Potter, J. Doyle. Fifth Row: R. Moulton, D. Saltmarsh, A. Macdonald. • 34 • Sophomore Class Seated: E. Cannistraro, Secretary; Mr. Cummings. Advisor; R. Ames, Treasurer; E. Beals, President; J. Robinson, Vice President. First Row: F. Treganza, K. Marcottc, K. Dow, S. Ayer, J. Boutwcl), H. Doyle, L. Nichol, B. Armstrong. L. Powell. P. Sinclair, C. Cliche. J. Mackenzie. Second Row: J. Larrabec, C. Allison. P. Felkcr, B. Potter, E. Samaha, D. Slack, M. Miltimore, R. York, A. Wright, A. Jette. Third Row: W. Worthen, R. Brayman, L. Willand, R. Thompson, R. Spear, I. Clark, H. Woodward, T. Houston, D. White, R. MacDougall, R. Simoneau, N. Marshall. Fourth Row: G. Low, P. Jorgensen, H. Femald, W. Merrill, R. Osgood, J. Huttunen, D. Brown, R. Fish, P. Magoon, K. Pickering. • 35 • Freshman Class Seated: P. Ceurwar, Treasurer; E. Desmond, Y'ice President; S. Tinker, President; J. Stewart, Secretary; Mr. Henry, Advisor. First Row: P. VVynott, J. Demag, R. Bennett, J. Blake, J. Corrette, P. Diemond, D. Bailey, J. Creen-. wood, N. MacIntyre, J. Crowley, E. Crombie, S. Weeks, C. Swetson, J. Joslyn, E. Dunklec. Second Row: O. Blodgett. M. Turner. I. Pare, R. Cook, P. Fellows. M. Jewell, V. Corbeil, B. Savory, L. Evans, O. Chayer, H. Davis, N. Miclon, E. Corl ett, V. Wallace. A. Nihan, M. Joy. Third Row: J. Stone. C. Fowle. R. Kelly, F. Kelley, T. Huggins, W. Kelley, P. Doucette, J. Champagne, M. Flanagan, T. Mark, M. Dolliver, N. Kilmister, L. Hills, N. DeWitt, N. Thompson, A. Bowers, B. Callagnan. A. Colby. Fourth Row: C. Colpitts, D. Dole. W. Parker, R. Gordon. J. Matthews, K. Randall, R. Stiekncv, G. LeClair, C. Hemphill, P. Michael, R. Smith, P. Allin, C. Graham, H. Fay. • • 36 • Seated: J. Howe, Vice President; L. Metivier, President; H. LaP ante, Secretary. Second How: M. Miltimore, J. MacKenzie, M. Hanchett, M. Bor tree. Third Row: H. Sanbom, E. Samaha, E. Crombie, li. Fay, W. Monis. Fourth How: ]. Currier, D. Day, T. Huggins, P. Magoon, P. AUin. Student Council The Student Council is an organization enacted to provide lor various responsibilities and activities of the student body. This Council is a representative body consisting of two members from each class in both dormitories plus commuter representatives. A meeting is held monthly at which time college activities, functions, and problems are discussed. Interpretation of rules and the supervision of dormitory life are its two main functions. In general it is the duty of the Student Council to make Plymouth Teachers College a more pleasant place in which to live. • 58 Standing: D. Hussey, President. First Row: D. Day. E. Blake, M. Class, Corresponding Secretary; J. Currier, Vice President; R. Fish, Treasurer; J. Blake, Recording Secretary; Dr. Bouchard, Advisor. Second Row: E. Desmond, C. Low, E. Hanson, S. Tinker, J. Howe, A. Jette, M. Flanagan, I. Jones. Third Row: E. Beals, R. Hathaway. Social Club Council The Council consists of all class presidents, officers directly elected by the student body, two faculty advisors, and other members appointed by the president of the Social Club. All the students of the college belong to the Social Club, and their suggestions and cooperation are welcomed by the Council as it plans and conducts the various social activities of the college year. The Council sponsors such major events as the Hallowe’en and Christmas banquets, the Winter Carnival, the Formals, and the informal week-end social programs. • 39 • Seated: P. S .opa, Secretary; A. Martin, Vice President; L. Metivier, President. First Row: M. Class, J. Demag, T. Blanchette, M. Polhemus, T. Belisle, B. Fennell, P. Diemond, J. Richardson, K. Cass, B. Stevens, E. Clark, B. Pettes, I. Jones, E. Corbett, D. Hussey, J. Larrabcc, F. Treganza, R. Millar. L. Carlisle. Second Row: R. Kelly. O. Blodgett, M. Hanchett, C. Hodder. J. Blake. I. Pare, R. Cook, P. Fellows, M. Jewell, J. Boutwell, C. Smith, H. Reardon, B. Jones, M. Paris, L. Ouellette, M. Head, E. West-over, J. Stone. Third Row: M. Turner. E. Seed. H. l yle, F. Kelley, E. Crocker, D. Harrison, M. Dolliver, E. Crombie, J. Champagne. B. Potter, J. Hawthorne, A. Wright, A. Jette, P. Cearwar, D. Coode, E. Cannis-traro, J. Trumbull. E. Annis. Fourth Row: C. Low, H. Sanborn, L. Willand, H. Piper. L. Powell, J. Wynott. L. Kent, E. Waymouth, M. Bortree. J. Bowdoin, J. Janellc, L. .Nichol, L. DeLacey, R. Brayman, C. Hemphill. R. Smith. Fifth Row: E. Hanson. H. Woodward, W. Poland, D. Bump, J. Ordway, R. Hathaway, J. Vares, H. McCormick, R. Thompson. Future Teachers of America Future Teachers of America is an activity of the National Education Association, and under its auspices college students throughout the nation participate in the leadership of the teaching profession. Our chapter was organized in 1947 and has become one of the largest and most active clubs on campus. This year the F.T.A. has reached a record membership of one hundred and ten, which is one-third of the student body. Realizing the dire need for elementary school teachers, and the many opportunities open in the profession, this club is contributing its services to a state-wide program to encourage high school graduates to enter teaching- • 40 • First Row: K. Marcotte, V. Corbcil. M. Paris, J. janelle, P. Szopa, M. Head, H. Femald, E. Somalia, B. Pettes, K. Gass, Nl. Miltimore, O. Chayer. N. Miclon. Second Row: K. Dow. J. Demag, M. Dolliver, E. Crombie, P. Wynott, Miss Alden, Advisor; P, Doucette. J. Champagne. S. Ayer, H. Davis. I. Jones. D. Scguin. Third Row: E. Cail, J. Currier, T. MacDonald, I. Clark, R. Cordon, W. Poland. Outing Club The Outing Club, as its name suggests, is maintained for the prime purpose of promoting out-door activities. An important event is its sponsorship of MOUNTAIN DAY, at which time the entire college community takes a day off from classes to go mountain climbing. This year Mt. Osceola in Waterville Valley was the destination. As the climb took place in the month of October, the fall colors made the trip into the valley and up the mountain really beautiful. When the day ended, most climbers were left with a mixed feeling of weariness and satisfaction. In addition, the Outing Club had charge of the snow sculpturing and skiing events at the annual Winter Carnival. Its program also includes other seasonal activities. • • 41 • Seated: .Mr. Phillips, Advisor; J. Currier, Vice President; A. Macdonald, President; R. Draper, Treasurer. Standing, First Row: D. Seguin, V. Corbeil, M. Paris, J. Webb, J. Janelle, P. Szopa, E. Cannistraro, K. Dow, J. Hawthorne, J. Larrabee. Standing, Second Row: R. Weeks, P. Pickwick, R. Hathaway, R. Spear, L. Nichol, D. Slack. Standing, Third Row: E. Cail, H. McCormick, D. Bump, H. Fernald, W. Poland, J. Varcs, R. Bray-man, G. Low. Science Club Science is intimately connected with our daily lives. Our world as we know it is due in a large measure to the wealth of scientific discoveries of a relatively few years. The main purpose of the Science Club is to provide its members with opportunities to better understand these discoveries and their social consequences. This purpose is carried out through a varied program of activities such as field trips, talks by specialists in different subject fields, motion pictures, and discussion groups. As a practical and useful service to the college program, the club helps train students to operate film projection equipment. Knowledge of this equipment is one of the great necessities of every teacher. • • 42 • Seated: W. Poland, Vice President; J. O’Brien, President; E. Osgood, Secretary; D. Seguin, Treasurer. First Row: E. Blake, H. Doyle, J. Bowdoin, C. Potter, Mr. Kinney, Advisor. Second Row: M. LaPlantc, A. Macdonald, L. DcLacey, L. Mctivier, H. Femald, E. Desmond, R. Osgood. Third Row: J. Vares, W. Morris. International Relations Club The object of the International Relations Club is to create interest and understanding in world affairs. Through panel discussions, speakers, and films, we try to present an interesting and educational program at each meeting. At least once a year Club representatives attend regional conferences with students from other colleges. Plans are being made for a model United Nations Assembly to be held on campus. Juniors and Seniors from high schools throughout the state will be invited to participate as delegates from member countries in the U.N. • • 4.3 • First Row: Father Verrette,. V. Corbcil, K. Marcotte, L. Ouellette, M. Paris, M. Cauley, H. Reardon, R. Simoneau, B. Armstrong, M. Turner, C. Cliche, L. Carlisle, P. Diemond, K. Dow. Second Row: I. Par6, M. Arsenault, M. Bourassa, M. Flanagan, M. Welch, E. Swan, H. Doyle, J. Champagne, P. Doucette, E. Crombie, B. Callaghan, J. Robinson, E. Cannistraro, R. Cook. Third Row: L. Willand, T. MacDonald, L. DeLacey, M. LaPlante, E. Hanson, R. Dumais, A. Macdonald, L. Metivier, 1. Clark, R. MacDougall, E. Desmond, H. Sanborn. Seton Club The Seton Club was organized on November 5, 1940, by the Rev. Adrien Verrette, Litt. D., pastor of St. Matthew’s Church, with the encouragement of the College Administration. The purpose of the club is to enable the Catholic students attending the college to further their cherished knowledge of Christian Doctrine in order to better equip them for their teaching career and also to prepare them for a fruitful Christian life. The club was named after a great and outstanding American educator. Mother Elizabeth Seton, who, from her humble beginnings of 1809, is now acknowledged as the Mother of Many Daughters.” She is foundress of more than nine hundred educational and charitable institutions throughout the land. With its forum discussions and other spiritual activities, the Seton Club helps its members to utilize the forces of Christian perfection to favor their personal, moral, and religious aggrandizement. • 44 • Seated: Rev. Haight, Advisor; A. Wright, Treasurer; H. Woodward, Vice-President; H. Hathaway, President; I. Jones, Secretary; Miss Waugh, Advisor; Mr. Ridlon, Advisor. First Row; M. Polhemus, E. Waymouth, C. Hodder, M. Hanchett, B. Pcttcs, M. Head, 1). Hussey, B. Jones. A. Nihan, J. Stone, R. Bennett, E. Annis. Second Row: S. Ayer. F. Kelley, L. Powell, R. Murdough, P. Wynott, E. McClintock, J. Blake. J. Webb, E. Corbett, R. Kelly, M. Jewell. M. Miltimore, J. MacKcnzie, F. Treganza. Third Row: R. Smith, V. Poland, E. Clark, H. Femald, P. Smiley, P. Magoon, W. Morris, R. Thompson. Christian Association The Christian Association is a fellowship of students and faculty who are united in the desire to understand the Christian faith and live the Christian life. Since its first gathering, which was held in Octol er, 1945, the organization has endeavored to provide for many interests through recreational, aesthetic, and spiritual activities. More specifically the activities of the C. A. have been the arranging of the Thanksgiving Service for the college assembly, the conducting of Holy Week vespers, and the sending of deputation teams to churches in surrounding communities. The opportunity to share ideals, hopes, and aspirations has brought many to an understanding of religion on a mature basis. • • 45 • Seated: R. Hathaway, Vice President; C. Hoddcr, Secretary; C. Allison, Treasurer; E. Clark, President. Staitding: Rev. Haight, L. Hills, E. Annis, J. Webb, E. Waymouth, H. McCormick, L. Powell, Mr. Ridlon. Canterbury Club The Canterbury Club was organized in March, 1948, under the supervision of Rev. Randall C. Giddings of the University of New Hampshire. After fulfilling the necessary obligations, the club received its charter in June, 1949. The prime purpose of this club is to provide the Episcopal college student with an opportunity to share the enriching experiences of a church-home away from his home parish. The members of this organization conduct services during Lent, have outstanding members of the Episcopal Church as guest speakers, and send delegates to national and local conferences. • • 46 • Front Row: K. Hoff, P. Magoon, R. Thompson, N. Thompson, J. Ordway, L. Fisher. Back Row: Mr. Jorgensen, P. Brown, A. Bowers, R. Weeks, R. Fabisiak, H. Woodward. Band The Plymouth Teachers College band, directed by Hans P. Jorgensen, is composed of members of the student body and interested townspeople- This organization adds spirit and enthusiasm by playing at basketball games, band concerts, and the annual commencement activities. • 47 • Standing: Mr. Jorgensen. Director. First Row: S. Ayer, L. Hills, S. Weeks, J. Stone, F. Kelley, J. Robinson, M. Arsenault, R. Millar, L. Ouellette, B. Chadbournc, B. Frazee, J. Boutwell, E. Riggins, M. Turner, M. Chellis, J. Baker, M. Bourassa, W. Kelley, N. Thompson. H. LaPlante, D. Hussey. Second Row: M. McKinney, O. Blodgett, P. Wynott, P. Doucette. D. Goode, B. Jones, M. Polhemus, 1. Pare, R. Cook, C. Allison, H. Davis, A. Bowers, P. Gcarwar, J. Crowley, A. Wright, N. MacIntyre, H. Reardon, D. Seguin. Third Row: J. Joslyn, J. Richardson, A. Nihan, N. Miclon. R. Kelly, C. Fowle, C. Smith. A. Lachance. P. Sinclair, N. DeWitt, M. Flanagan, P. Szopu, M. Poelman, M. Jewell, J. Blake, M. Paris, M. Miltimorc. Fourth Row: L. Kent, J. Webb, C. Colpitis, K. Hanscom, E. Blake, C. Russell. R. Dumais, R. Simoneau, G. LeClair, Nl. Merrill, P. Jorgensen, K. Pickering, S. Tinker, R. Osgood, R. MacDougall, R. Fabi-siak, M. Welch. M. Cauley. Fifth Row: B. Knickle. P. Bruton, P. Magoon, R. Weeks, H. Woodward, R. Thompson, R. Fish, L. Fisher, J. Varcs, L. Willand, A. Martin, A. Macdonald, D. Saltmarsh, P. Brown, R. Smith, M. Joy, A. Jette. A Cappella Choir The Plymouth Teachers College A Cappella Choir was organized by its director, Hans P. Jorgensen, in January, 1947. It has grown steadily both in quality and in enrollment, having at its birth an enrollment of thirty-five voices and at present a total of nearly one hundred. The choir is one of the most active organizations on campus. From the third floor of old Hounds Hall at nearly any time of day, one may hear the rehearsing strains of this diligent group of young musicians. During its four years, the choir has given concerts in nearly all of New Hampshire’s • 48 • larger cities and in dozens of its smaller ones. The stately ballroom of the Hotel Bradford in Boston, the famous Crawford House in the White Mountains, and the exquisite Lake Tarleton Club in Piermont, New Hampshire, are some of the places where the choir has spread its grand array of melody before music-loving people. Radio is no stranger to this P.T.C. group. On two occasions, 1949 and 1950, the Guy E. Speare Auditorium in Plymouth has been filled to overflowing by people from all over the state to hear the Choir broadcast its lovely Christmas Candlelight Concert over Station WLNH. Among the songs that the Choir has placed indelibly in the hearts of those who heard them and those of the Choir who sang them are the stirring “Meadowlands,” the rollicking “Dry Bones,” and the fervent rendition of Mallottes “Lord’s Prayer.” These and many others are the songs which have led commentators to speak of the Choir in such terms as “well disciplined musicianship,” “exquisite tone quality,” “flawless vocalism, and “well balanced harmony.” In 1949 two sparkling additions were made to the A Cappella Choir—the Collegians and the Collegianettes. These two groups, chosen from among the solo voices of the Choir, appear on the regular concert program and on numerous other occasions. Their contributions are of a lighter vein—such Broadway hit songs as “Tea For Two,” “The Desert Song, “Tico-Tico,” and light, little novelty tunes. Collegians R. Fish, Pianist. First Row: C. Colpitts, P. Brown, S. Tinker, R. Osgood, K. Pickering, G. Russell. Second Row: R. Weeks, E. Blake, D. Saltmarsh, R. Dumais. Collegianettes R. Fish. Pianist; L. Ouellette, B. Fra-zee, B. Chadbourne, J. Boutwell, M. Chellis, F. Kelley, E. Riggins, J. Baker, M. Turner, N. Thompson. Cheerleaders D. Hussey. Captain; J. Baker, B. Callaghan, H. Doyle, P. Sinclair, N. DeWitt, R. Bennett First Row: H. Sanborn, W. Mixon, N. Johnson, E. Beals, R. West, E. Hanson, R. Spear, D. Dole, Coach Foley. Second Row: R. Fabisiak, A. Rich, R. Moulton, J. Doyle, D. Day, G. Stimis. Men’s Varsity Basketball The Plymouth Teachers College basketball team enjoyed the greatest season in the history of the college as it won the New England Teachers College Conference Championship. Led by three graduating seniors who finished their college career in a blaze of glory, the team swept through a 13-game conference schedule to win 11 and lose but 2 to sweep first honors. In non-conference games Plymouth won 2 and lost 2 to sport a complete record for the season of 13 wins and 4 defeats. The three seniors, Bob West, Pete Shanelaris, and Wilfred Robitaille, teamed with Junior. Dick Moulton, and Sophomore, Ernie Beals, to compose the first squad. Bob West starred in his fourth year in varsity competition and was rated as a top playmaker in the fight for the conference title. Pete Shanelaris, topscoring star for the squad, dumped home 275 points for a 17.2 average over a 16-game span. Wilfred Robitaille held an 11.3 scoring average from a guard position and proved to be a top defensive star. Dick Moulton was a major factor in Plymouth's victories as he grabbed rebound after rel ound from the backboards. Ernie Beals, high scoring forward and fast defensive ace, played no small • 52 • part in the winning season. For reserves the team had Donald Day and Ernest Hanson, two shooting artists who proved to be top competitors when called upon for duty. Other men who rounded out the squad were Ray Spear, George Stimis, Alan Rich, David Dole, and Ralph Fabisiak. After the first semester the team was further strengthened by the return of Jim Doyle, Don Saltmarsh, and Norman Johnson, lettermen of previous seasons who did not play first semester. The team started the season by rolling up a seven-game winning streak before it was finallv beaten by a powerful St. Anselm s team from Manchester. The only losses suffered in conference play were at the hands of Keene Teachers College and Gorham Teachers College, both of whom, however, Plymouth beat in return engagements. Baseball In 1950, the Plymouth Teachers College baseball team won the New England Teachers College Conference Championship with an undefeated record. We hope to make this another championship season. Ski Club Harold Angers, Captain; Robert West, Robert Morrissey, Alan Rich. First Row: J. Richardson, J. Janelle, J. Champagne, Secretary; J. Bowdoin, President; P. Doucette, E. Crombie, M. Bortree. Second Row, Ski Team: H. Fay, R. Spear, K. Hoff, L. Metivicr, R. Draper, Vice President; A. Rich, D. Dole. Golf Team Seated: P. Szopa, President; Miss Alden, Advisor. Standing: E. Swan, Secretary; P. Cearwar, D. Bailey. Women’s Athletic Association Comes fall, and there is a mad rush to Russell Field for shin guards, sticks, and balls as the field hockey season officially opens. After many hours of tedious practice, the girls clash in interclass and intramural games. This season closes with a few casualties but with enlivened spirit for the approaching basketball season. With renewed vigor and strength we entered the gym to vie for participation in the college’s favorite sport, basketball. By process of elimination the varsity was finally chosen, and it immediately started the task of intense training to prepare for the games with Colby Junior College and Keene Teachers College. In each game our team spirit and hopes for victory never waned until the final whistle terminated the games in favor of our opponents. Though our season proved to be unsuccessful intercollegiately, we still had much enthusiasm left for interclass and intramural games. We seniors captured the honored title of being champs for the fourth consecutive year. With spring in the air we eagerly look forward to volleyball, badminton, and softball. To many of us, participation in sports here at P. T. C. will stand out in our memories for the enjoyment and competitive spirit they have provided. • 55 • Girls’ Intramural Basketball First Row: Miss Alden, Coach; M. Bourassa, R. Murdough, L. LaBrie, J. Willoughby, T. Blanchette, E. Annis, D. Harrigan, M. Glass, J. Trumbull. J. Storer. Second Row: S. Ayer, H. Doyle, J. Robinson, K. Marcottc, L. Ouellette, D. Hussey, I. Jones, P. Gear-war, H. Davis, J. Blake, I. Par6, A. Nihan. Third Row: B. Potter, E. Samaha, E. Cannistraro, M. Paris, H. Reardon, D. Seguin, D. Goode, J. Richardson, O. Blodgett, B. Callaghan, A. Bowers. Fourth Row: B. Armstrong, L. Nichol, J. Janelle, E. Parent, K. Gass, E. Swan, P. Szopa, F. Kelley, W. Kelley, L. Hills, J. Corrette. Varsity Basketball Field Hockey Center: L. Ouellette. First Row: J. Robinson, S. Ayer, K. Nlarcotte, D. Hussey, I. Jones, B. Callaghan, V. Corbeil, H. Davis, J. Corrette. Second Row: B. Potter, E. Samaha, E. Cannistraro, K. Dow, M. Paris, J. Janelle, A. Bowers, O. Blodgett, P. Diemond, Miss Alden, Coach. Third Row: P. Sinclair, B. Armstrong, L. Nichol, H. Reardon, D. Seguin, D. Coode, J. Richardson, M. Turner, P. Cearwar, O. Chayer. Fourth Row: K. Gass, E. Swan, J. Bowdoin, P. Szopa, M. Bortree, M. Flanagan, F. Kelley. ei«t si The coming of the class of '51 heralded a new and intriguing social event at P.T.C.—the never-to-be-forgotten Club ’51. The spring of 1949 saw its inception, and it soon became a gala tradition for all. With each succeeding presentation the class made improvements which added zest and color, and brought excellent entertainment to the many people who saw it. As we now look back on Club 51 it seems to be more than just another social event; it brings to us fond memories and many chuckles. The Starlight Room” was the prevailing theme until April of 1951 when it was changed to that of a yacht club, complete with portholes, fish, and seaweed. The atmosphere effected a cabaret style that injected something new into the social circle of P.T.C. To the strains of Gordon Russell's piano, the rhythm of Don Saltmarsh’s drums, and the wail of Pete Brown’s trombone, dancing was enjoyed in front of a background of cozy tables with individual lights. One of the high spots of an evening at Club '51 was the superb floor show. Sultry songstresses, the Pemi-Rhythm Boys, novel and fascinating dances, and a hilarious male chorus line are but a few features that gave the club its fine uniqueness. Now, as we are leaving P.T.C., Club ’51 is in the past, but its spirit lingers with us. The satisfaction from true cooperation, the joy of helping one another, and the feeling of togetherness will always be remembered when we look back upon the ever-popular Club ’51. TttoUKfalK This fall, when autumn foliage was at its peak, faculty and students took a day off from studies and donned their jeans and set out for the annual mountain climb. This year the objective was Osceola Mountain in Water ville Valley. Although we all ached for weeks afterward, the beautiful scenery, picnic lunch, and sense of achievement was well worth the scratches and struggle. Sadie audita axf “Wal, the she’uns took afta the he’uns Sa’day aftanun. Those wimmin as was furchinut enuff to git a he’un had ther’un licinz sined an’ witnessed by Pappy an’ Mammy Yokum. Thet nite the wimmin hogtied ther’un catches an’ drugged ’em to the Season Shindig o’ Dogpatch. Leroy Fisher an’ his Dogpatch Hoosiers plaied some ral squar dances mongst the straw decorrated bairn. Stagg’rin unda the effek o’ kickapoo juice, Marryin Sam Stimis purfomed the fi’ dolla serimoni (tha’s the mos legil) on Daisy Mae Hussey an’ Li’l Abner Day. Mos’ conspickuous mong Dogpatch selebriteas war Moonshine Hathaway an’ his charmin pardner, Burlap Webb. ’Mong the edjukated gueasts war Doctur Jones an’ the missus wif ther’un chiluns, an’ Docturs Bruner an’ Boochard, them rip-snortin, hard-fightin, terbaccy-chewin, lady-killin chap-eroonz.” 'ZtaUfMee banquet Thanks to John Currier, master of ceremonies, and Maxine Chellis and Dr. Bruner, guest speakers, the Hallowe’en Banquet was a howling success. The ingenuity shown in selecting costumes intrigued our new friends at the banquet but demoralized them in the weird Tunnel of Horrors conducted by mischievous upperclassmen. As a challenge for those who survived and were able, all ghosts and ghouls were invited to rattle their bones to the strains of music in Livermore Hall. (tyniAtHtfU banquet The closing event of P. T. C.’s holiday season was the festive Christmas banquet. Roland Osgood introduced as speakers Janice Webb and Mr. Cummings and then led the group in carol singing. The ensembles presented various Christmas selections. Later in the evening a group of students went caroling. « 'pVUftfll Opening the Yuletide Season of 1950 was the Christmas Formal which was held in the library December 8. The students transformed the stately old library into a gay ballroom which rang with the music and laughter of the Christmastide. i t TiJiKten @€VikI a U. tyoKtKVUf f2. t3. t4 Class spirit reached its peak in sculpture competition. The class of '51 took first place for the fourth year with its mammoth whale signifying a “Whale of a Class.” The replica of the United Nations insignia produced by the junior class placed a close second. King Carnival, a penguin, represented the sophomore class as he kept vigilance over the active campus. The freshmen exhibited great skill in portraying a war-wearied soldier who was “Tired But Free.” At the Carnival Ball on Friday night, Joyce Hawthorne and Wilfred Robitaille were crowned queen and king. Ski enthusiasts participated in the races held at Frontenac ski slope on Saturday. Later in the day faculty-student basketball games were played. Victory was celebrated at the Ski-Boot Dance following the basketball team’s trouncing of Farmington Teachers College. Dormitories held open house on Sunday with Hall Dorm providing an entertainment. Un Petit Mot de Grace It is with sincere appreciation that we, the editors and staff of the Conning Tower wish to express our thanks to— Miss Elizabeth Doolittle, the yearbook faculty advisor, for her untiring effort and personal guidance throughout the year. Dr. Jones for his suggestions, advice and personal interest. Mr. Frank Cummings, Mr. John Foley, and Mr. Percy Ridlon, for their efforts as literary judges. Messrs. Robert and Maurice Aldrich and Frank Poblenz, official yearbook photographers, who have given much to make our yearbook one of which we can be proud. Lew A. Cummings Co., publishers of the yearbook for their excellent work on this book. Miss Jacqueline Bowdoin, Junior Class Representative, for working with us so diligently. The Faculty and Staff, for their ever-ready help and cooperation. The Student Body, for their cooperation and interest. The Merchants, who have shown an interest in our book through advertising. The Editors and Staff • • 69 • AUTOGRAPHS AUTOGRAPHS For Sparkling Refreshment Always Ask For COTT QUALITY BEVERAGES 17 Delicious Flavors Full Quarts — 12-ounce no deposit Bottles — 7-ounce bottles Everyone knows: “ITS COTT TO BE GOOD. The foundation has been well laid — Build on it wisely. DRAPER CORPORATION Beebe River New Hampshire Th« Italian Say ... 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PAGE, JEWELER Watches — Diamonds Jewelry and Silverware GUINAN'S DUGOUT Sports Equipment 660 Main Street Laconia, N. H. Plymouth New Hampshire