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

Text from Pages 1 - 90 of the 1952 volume:

4. PLYMOUTH UACMERi COt-LEOl YOUTH It’s laughter on the corner, and jumping from a roof. It’s ice cream in the drugstore and giggles from a booth. It’s mostly sunshine and suddenly it’s rain. It’s looking at a baby and wondering how it came. It’s climbing tall, tall trees, and having a game of ball. It’s dressing up in mother’s clothes and playing with a doll. It’s sliding down a hill, and swimming in a creek. It’s painting bright pictures and skipping down the street. It’s making castles in the sand and fishing with a string. It’s playing soldiers with a sword and pretending you’re a king. It’s a boy with bare feet and a lollipop. It’s a girl with a dirty face and gumdrops. It’s a picnic, it’s a store, it’s fun galore It’s Youth. Jacqueline Richardson INTRODUCTION Whatever the future may briny to uS, tue 5hall probably Lave ample opportunity to connect our forthcominy experiences with our first wide-eyed visits to tbe elementary school, tbe faculty members who helped uS find our place in life, and the children from whom we have yleaned the most. Our concen trated efforts have been built around the child; therefore, in tie fot-lowiny payes of this booh we have endeavored to present Scenes depictiny activities of the children whom we are destined to Serve. o To Karl Drerup: i Cneak to us of I caching. “Then said a teacher, I No min can1 reveal to you aught but that which already lies half asleep in the dawning of your knowledge. . c . The teacher who walks in the shadow of the temple, among his followers, gives not of his wisdom but rather of his faith and his lovingness. If he is indeed wise he docs not bid you enter the house of his wisdom, but rather leads you to the threshold of your own mind.” Inc copyrigh,r° 2J“y Rene! ’6™ Permission of Alfred A. Knopf Gibran Estate and Mary G. Gibran. CWal copyright I95, by C. X. A. of K hlil Mary Lyon Hall Hall Dormitory Conning Tower President's Home Farewell, Dr. Jones and Family As wc conclude our four years, our thoughts turn to a person who not only executed his duties as president of this college, but who aided the students and the community as well. We realize to some extent the human understanding that is required to successfully carry out the objectives of a teachers college, the tact that is needed in dealing with the many influences that affect the status of a college, and the necessity of having the courage of one’s convictions. It is with regret that we say farewell to you, Dr. Jones. In so doing, however, wc know that you will continue in your undivided efforts in the field of education. Wc wish you the utmost of success in your work. Welcome, Dr. Hyde and Family “Hello anti welcome to you, Dr. Hyde, our new president.” Within a short period of time we have come to recognize you as a friend of the student hotly and appreciate your efforts in making Plymouth Teachers College a desirable training center for those entering the teaching profession. The acquaintance with the Hydes has not been long, but the pleasant memories will last. Teachers for tomorrow's world Bill Morris expresses student regard for Dr. Hyde Formal investiture of Presidential Authority INAUGURATION of Dr. Harold E. Hyde On December 14, Plymouth Teachers College held its first formal presidential inauguration at the Guy Spcarc Memorial Auditorium. Dr. Hyde was praised highly by the Honorable Governor Sherman A. Adams; Noel Wellman, chairman of the State Board of Education; Dr. Hilton C. Buley, Commissioner of Education; Mrs. Oscar Prescott, president of the Alumni; and William Morris, president of the Student Council. Dr. Norman Cousins, editor of the SATURDAY REVIEW OF LITERATURE and our guest speaker, called for a realistic appraisal of humane efforts toward peoples of the world. He challenged the American people to act as representatives of mankind. Dr. Cousins’ most emphatic point was that the American Public School System can prepare its students to face reality, understand Man, and act in accordance with our democratic principles in solving world problems. The theme of Dr. Hyde’s address was that teacher preparation be for the world of tomorrow rather than the world of yesterday. Teachers must be educated in such a way that they may continue developing in conjunction with world changes. Governor Adams welcomes guests at tea Harold E. Hyde President Hartwick College, B. S.; Albany State Teachers College, M. S.; New York University, Ed. D. Rosa Cannistraro Ammo. Supervising Teacher Plymouth Teachers College, B. Ed. M. Priscilla Aldln 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. Batchklder Supervising Teacher Graduate, Plymouth Teachers College John B. Bouchard Elementary Education Syracuse University, B. S.; M. S. Ed.. Ed. D. Robert Lucius Boyd Natural Sciences University of Massachusetts, B. S.; University of New Hampshire, Ed. M. Ruth Olive Bozartii Social Studies Illinois State Normal Univcr sity, B. Ed.; Teachers College, Columbia University, A. M. Donald W. Bruner Secondary Education University of Illinois, B. A.; University of Oregon, Ed. M.; Columbia University. Ed. D. Hazel E. Bullln Supervising Teacher Framingham Teachers College, B. S. in Ed.; Boston University, M. Ed. Frank A. Cummings English. Veterans' Registrar University of Vermont, B. S. in Ed.; M. A. Supervising Teacher Salem Teachers College. B. S. in Ed, Patricia Cogswell Supervising Teacher Keene Teachers College, B. Ed. Miriam Thompson Dunn Robert John Ernst Business Education Iowa State Teachers College. A. B.; State University of Iowa, A. M. John C. Folly English. Physical Education St. Anselm’s College, B. A.; Boston University, M. A. Karl Drlrup Art Vereinigte Staatsschulen, Ber lin, Mcistcrschuclcr; Royal Academy of Fine Arts and Kunsthislorischc Institut, Florence, Italy Stllla Hughes Durkll Principal. Elementary Schools Director, Elementary Student Teaching Castleton State Teachers College, B. Ed.; University ot Vermont. Ed. M. Henry S. Haskell Early Childhood Education Pomona College, B. A.; New York University, M. A. Elizabeth Whiting Doolittle Librarian Bates College, A. B.; Simmons College, School of Library Science, B. S. Ruth Griffiths Dean of Student Personnel Lowell State Teachers College, B. S. in Ed.; Boston University, M. A. Lee B. Henry Dean of Men; languages Amherst College, B. A.; University of New Hampshire, M. Ed.; Middlebury College. A. M.; University of Dijon, Diplome de Francais Rtcis 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. (orclnsen Music American Conservatory of Music, B. M. in Ed.; M. M. Ed. Harry E. Kenney Physical Sciences University of New Hampshire, B. S.; M. Ed. Charles B. Kinney. Jr. Dean of Instruction; Social Studies 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 NVeick MacFarlane Supervising Teacher Wiilimantic State Teachers College, B. S.; Teachers College, Columbia University, M. A. Albert Merrill Supervising Teacher Plymouth Teachers College, B. Ed. Dorothy B. O’Null Supervising Teacher Plymouth Teachers College. B. Ed. Martha A. Rand Supervising Teacher North Adams State Teachers College, B. S. in Ed. Percy S. Kidlon English Bowdoin College, B. A.; Boston University, S. T. B.; M. A. Marion Kathlrinl Slavey 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. P AC LINE SpiTZNLK 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 Marguerite Waugh Social Studies University of Maine, B. Pd.; A. B.; University of California, A. M. Roi M. White English Temple University, B. S. in Ed.; M. A. Thelma Boyle Receptionist Shirley M. Selleck Secretary to the President Gertrude I. Silver Administrative Assistant Sylvia Feeney Mai d Lerolx Dorothy D. Leslie Secretary, Elementary School Manager, Bookstore Dormitory Supervisor, Hall Nasson College. B. S. Dormitory Annie E. Sheridan, R. N. Nurse Emma ). Walker Marie E. Rau Dormitory Supervisor. Mary Secretary, Student Personnel Lyon Hall B. Everard Blanchard Director of Secondary Student Teaching Western Michigan College, B. S.; University of Chicago, A. M. Anna Bean Brown Retiring in June of 1952, after more than thirty years of faithful service to public education in New Hampshire; twenty-seven years of it spent in the service of Plymouth Teachers College and of the children of Plymouth. Educated at Simmons College, the University of Maine, the University of New Hampshire; teacher in New Hampshire rural and town schools; supervising teacher in the laboratory school of Plymouth Teachers College. A master teacher, an inspiring supervisor, a thoughtful colleague, a helpful friend, an efficient and loyal supporter of Plymouth Teachers College . . . lime Sunday dinner Pajama sextet Birthday party Howdy Doody Pinochle House meeting Mountain Day Room 104 Student teaching Finger painting Jamestown at“ e pwuit The arrival of spring found the Social Club Council planning the May Formal, the most impressive dance of the year. At this time last spring, the girls of P. T. C. excitedly shopped for just the right gown, the men ordered their dinner jackets and corsages, and everybody was in a flurry of plans for the gala occasion. Upon entering the beautifully decorated auditorium, dancers found the calendar turned back, and they were among the gods and goddesses on Mount Olympus. One of the highlights of our Senior sponsored social gatherings was the never-to-be-forgotten Club 52. We inherited this idea from the Class of 1951; however, this year we added more atmosphere then the previous clubs have ever enjoyed. The setting of the club was in Harlem with all its colorful and exciting atmosphere. We initiated the idea of having spontaneous entertainment with no master of ceremonies to introduce the entertainers who merely sauntered to the bar between dances, as a customer would, to be picked up by the spotlight. Guests were entertained by sultry songstresses, baritones, fascinating dancers, guitar specialists, cakewalkcrs, and many more talented people including waiters, bartenders, and the orchestra with its vocalists. 'itycUlaeueeK The inimitable style of our master of ceremonies, Conrad Graham, guest speakers, Dr. Hyde and Raymond Spear, and the famous Hallo-Weenies were largely responsible for the success of the traditional Halloween Banquet. The originality and ingenuity of the costumes selected by the faculty and students added a certain spirit to the banquet that was felt by everyone attending. Following the banquet, the witches jamboree held in Rounds Hall climaxed an enjoyable evening for all. Sadie '%awJiut4. ‘Day 'Ttoucm e f7. t9S? Sech goin’s on vvc did have on thet day uv all days when she’uns took things inta char hans an got thar-selvcs a he’un! Once legilly kot, thar was not a thing them he'uns could to but t’ git all dolled up in thar bcs’ Dogpatch duds an ’tend the Annual Sadie Hawkins Day Ball. The rafters rally shuked an the dus’ raized rite up of’en the Hoor as them wimmin dansed the feet often’em to the toon of Mac’s Merrymakers. Galluns uv sweet pa-tootie juice was consumated—natchcrly, the wimmin was payin! Thet Stonewall Jackson hid fur shame when it were nounccd thet he had the wors’bcard. But Fearless Fos-tlick Gordon jumped fur joy when his’n was choozcd the bcs’ uv all. E)ai$y June Blake and Mac Abner Merrill sur ’nuff was the bcs’ dressed cupplc at the shindig. Mos’ conspickuous uv all was Foot-loose MacDonald who sallied up to git a mos’ valooble priz fur his’n mos’ riginal, awthentic Dogpatch git-up. Wc Goi A Boot Out Of This TOUtCX (falKUMll 'PctiHWu, , 2. 3. ? ?52 The spirit of the Winter Carnival pervaded the entire campus and its activities this year. Top honors in the snow sculpturing competition between the classes went to the sophomores for their depiction of a student studying for finals. The senior sculpture, “Wc Got A Boot Out of This,” and the junior’s, “My Favorite Teacher,” tied for second place. “Smart Alee, our P. T. C. mascot, sculptured by the freshman class won third place honors. The Carnival had a grand opening on Friday night with a Scavenger Hunt followed by a ski dance. Spirit was at its peak on Saturday with the Kcene-Plymouth girls basketball game and the annual Carnival Ball. Climaxing the ball was the crowning of the queen and king, Janice Homer and Ernest Beals, in a setting of snowflakes. Open house in the dormitories and the Mary Lyon Hall entertainment terminated the Winter Carnival for another year. Queen Jan anti King Ernie TfCandi This year marked the entrance of a unique type of entertainment—the Plymouth Teachers College Mardi Gras, sponsored by the Sophomore Class. Everyone, from Indians to the Shiek of Araby, including his harem, invaded the affair to dance to the music of Arnic Adams and his Orchestra. The stage show portrayed a skit entitled, “I’m Going to Wash That Man Right Out of My Hair.” One of our talented singers, Barb Callaghan, sang, ‘‘I Love the Way You Say Goodnight. Following this was the judging of the Mardi Gras Queen. The committee of judges chose Margie Blancy, who was wearing the costume of a Roman princess. The success of the Mardi Gras will indicate its continuation in the future years. Tffodtt United 7t ti6H4 Among the many memorable experiences which we have had during our undergradute days at Plymouth, May 3, 1951, will be well remembered as a scene of bustling activity and nervous excitement. More than a hundred high school juniors and seniors from all parts of New Hampshire, Vermont, and Quebec, were pouring noisily into Mary Lyon Hall to register for our first “Model General Assembly of The United Nations. ’ For three days these young people were to debate many problems of an international scope as “delegates from member nations of the United Nations. “Imperialism, shouted the Russian delegate, “Let’s redouble our efforts in Korea, said another. From all corners of the assembly hall delegates strived to settle the issues faced by the ‘real” United Nations. United Nations Guards Imperialism shouts the Soviet Delegate Cafe International Seated: J. Currier, Vice-Prc idcnt; P. Sinclair, President; Mr. White, Advisor; K. Dow, Secretary-Treasurer: A. Bourey. hr tt Ro tv: B. Armstrong, E. Samaha, G. Hiler, M. McKinney, T. Huggins. Second Row: J. Ludman, D. Harrison. R. Eaton, T. Houston, P. Wynott, D. El� cmore. Third Row: R. Holden, R. Martell, R. Gordon, J. Varcs, R. MacDougall, H. Fernald. PLYMOUTH PLAYERS January, 1952, saw the organization of a new dramatic club. In every college there are a few who receive a stimulus from the smell of greasepaint, and the Plymouth Players is made up of such individuals. There are those who are particularly adept in applying makeup, collecting properties, arranging sets and fitting costumes. Then, of course, there arc those who tread the boards. Under the expert direction of Mr. Roi H. White, the Plymouth Players of 1952 shared their work with the student body and the public by successfully presenting the play “On the Night of January 16th.” The Plymouth Players strives to serve as a medium for the development of the unknown potentialties of the members and to stimulate interest in dramatics in its diversified forms. The most important benefit, perhaps, is the joy of working together at something well-loved by the toilers. Whatever the task, for some time at least, the members of the Plymouth Players arc drawn out of prosaic reality into the make-believe world of the stage. INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS CLUB The International Relations Club has tried to create interest in and understanding of the world, not only among the students of P. T. C., but also among the high school students of New Hampshire, Vermont, and southern Canada. This is being accomplished mainly through our Model General Assembly. Highlights of this year include a portrayal of the United Nations Security Council’s discussion of the Iranian oil nationalization, a mock presidential primary, and the Model General Assembly, which will be held May i, 2, and 3. Mr. kinncx Adviv, ; I). Scguin. Treasurer: B. Hartwell. G� rfo| .n linK-SMrfrtar : M. Flanagan. Sccmarv • I) Day. Vice ProMlmr. Fns, Korn-. W. Morns W. Hixon. P. Sinclair, I. Ikma J. Baker. ;. H,kr. V. Gfbcil | ' w,mh1 Scion Hou o. Bluett, M. McKinney. I). IX,lc. I. JanelJe. B. Potter. D. Rox. M. Turner. T. Hueum how: R. Smith, k. IX,w. J. Varex, H. FernaUI. I.. DeLacex. T. Houston. R. S|«ear. R. (X,r,l .n ' Seated: Miu Waugh, Adviwir; Mm Storcr, Advi« r: Rev. Sprjguc, Adviu ; R. Th inpw n. President: A. Wright, Vice-President; J. Mackenzie, Treasurer; J. Demag, Secretary. First Row: Mim H� zarth, R. Bennett, P. Battis, N. Heath, J. Homer, H. Bridgeo, E. Corbett, M. Hanchett, |. Larrabee, M. Pol hem us, M. Joy, Mrs. Leslie. Seeond Row: R. Diet .el. L. MacNcill, R. Eaton, A. Nihan, P. Fellows, C. Fowle, S. Ayer, F. Brooks, N. Nevers, C. Shaw, L. Avery, B. Spaulding. Third Row: F. Purington, M. Stratton, N. Thompson, M. Jewell, R. Kelly, P. Wynott, H. Fernald, R. Jackson, P. Ma-goon. D. Etsemore, G. Low. Fourth Row: B. Ashley, E. Hayward, R. Martel, J. Heald, E. Anderson, A. Woodward, E. Stewart. CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION The Christian Association is a fellowship of students and faculty who arc united in the desire to understand the Christian faith and live the Christian life. Through its many activities this group strives to serve the spiritual, recreational, and aesthetic needs of the campus. Because of its unique organization of four main committees besides its officers, everyone in the club has a chance to participate actively in the affairs of the C. A. Since its start in October, 1945, the club has continued to grow so that it is now one of the largest organizations on campus and has the highest percentage of faculty-student membership of any club in college. What does the club do? Let us list a few of its many activities. It sends deputation teams to neighboring churches, is in charge of the Thanksgiving assembly, helps arrange tableaux for the college Christmas candle-lighting service, sponsors a charity Christmas drive for needy families, supervises Christmas caroling, provides varied forms of recreation, and in its meetings, puts on interesting skits and panel discussions which help to give us a better understanding of why we need faith in our troubled world. The opportunity to share ideas and ideals, enjoy good fellowship, and join together in a friendly atmosphere is only exceeded by the personal satisfaction one obtains from being able to participate where he knows there is a real need for his service and assistance. SETON CLUB The Seton Club was organized in 1940 by Rev. Adrien Vcrrcttc, pastor of St. Matthew’s Church. Its twofold purpose is to enable the Catholic students of the college to further their knowledge of Christian Doctrine and prepare them for spiritual and moral ideals in their teaching careers. The club was named after a great and outstanding American educator, Mother Elizabeth Seton, who, from her saintly works beginning in 1809, is now acknowledged as the “Mother of Many Daughters.” Mother Elizabeth Seton is the foundress of more than nine hundred educational and charitable institutions throughout the nation. The informal discussions of the club aid each member to solve his personal and religious problems. The spiritual activities are brought to a conclusion when the Seton Club graduates and underclassmen of the college are given a final blessing by attending Mass and receiving Communion in a body. Seated: B. Callaghan, Secretary; R. Connor . President; Father Verrettc. K. Marcotte. Vice-President. First Row: K. Dow. J. Robinson, L. Ouellette, H. Reardon. M. Paris, E. Cannistraro, A. Bowers, |. Corrette, L. Carey. Second Row: H. Doyle, D. Roy, N. Bergeron, M. Welch. B. Armstrong, C. Barrette. M. Flanagan. P. Doucette. Third Row: A. Adams. E. Hanson. I. Clark. R. Simoneau, R. MacDougatl. A. Macdonald. Seated: Rev. H.ii ht, AdviMir; E. Clark. L. Powell, Sccrcury-Trcavurer; Houlwrll. Standing: C. Pinkhani, R. Gordon. C. AlliMin, |. RihiI, H. Bridget), C. Hoddcr. CANTERBURY CLUB The Canterbury Club was organized in March, 1948, under the supervision of Rev. Randall C. Gidding, 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 own parish. The members of the organization conduct services during Lent and assist in the choir and acolyte work of the church. An active participation in the church program enables the student to live his beliefs more fully. SCIENCE CLUB This year, the major project of the Science Club was the sponsorship of a science fair, which was held on our college campus. High schools from the Lakes-North Country Region were invited to exhibit their projects in the fields of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and General Science. The purpose of the Science Fair was to create and develop an active interest in science among high school students in this region of New Hampshire. Miss Bette Moran of North Woodstock, New Hampshire, was elected chairman of the fair. Other activities tentatively planned by the Science Club included the following: A Tilton -Concord trip to visit the State Police headquarters and the Tilton Leather Factory; a geological hike to observe and study various types of rocks; a trip to the Dartmouth Observatory; and a trip to the New Hampshire State Breeding Farm. Seated: Mr. Kenney, Advisor; L. Nichol. Treasurer; E. Desmond, Vice-President; M. Turner. Firtt Row: I). Bailey I) Slack, J. Currier, O. Blodgett, G. Hiler, P. Sinclair. Second Row: F. Kelley, A. Macdonald, T. Huggins, R. Gordon' First Roms: M. Pari , Secretary; S. Ayer, B. Ashley, R. Bennett, C. Shaw, E. Ha wanl, M. McKinney. Scivnd Row: E. Cmmbic, Treasurer, P. Douceur, P. Wynott, H. Fernjkl, Pre� Mlent: I). Elx-mure, (� . Hilcr, M. Stratton. P. Sinclair, K. Dow. OUTING CLUB The Outing Club adds spirit and enthusiasm to our campus through a varied program of seasonal sport activities. To start us off in the fall, it sponsors a Mountain Day. At this time, the entire college takes a day off from classes to go mountain climbing. This year, beautiful Mt. Stinson was our destination. As the climb took place in October, the fall colors made our trip especially beautiful. Later that month, many of our club members enjoyed an over-night trip to Mt. Chocorua. The Outing Club also sponsors treasure hunts, movies on outdoor sports, and plans with the Social Club for the annual Winter Carnival. It chooses judges and schedules skiing events. First Row; M. Bortrcc, M. Paris. Second Row M. McKinney, M. Stratton, R. Bennett, K. Dow, E. Hay waul. Third Row: H. Fax. D. Dole, R. Draper, A. Rich. SKI CLUB BAND First Row: P. Mafoon, B. Hartwell, B. Ashley, J. Hcald, A. Adams, R. Thompson. Second Row: H. Woodward, ). Phil-brick. W. Marston, N. Thompson, E. Anderson, R. Fabivuk. Dancers: K. Dow, M. Flanjgjn, P. Sinclair, H. Do le, A. Bowcr� . First Row: J. Corrcttc, J. Richardv n, O. Blodgett, M. Polhcmui, R. Millar, L. Ouellette, P. Pantrlakoc, E. ArxJcrjon, J. Robinson, D. Roy, J. Janclle, J. Bouiwcll, E. Riggins Baker, J. Crowley, T. Huggins, L. Nichol, N. Thompson, M. Paris, B. Ashley. Second Row: B. Spaulding, S. Ayer, B. Jones, P. Wynott, P. Doucette, F. Kelley, I. Pare, R. Cook, C. Allison, N. Never , L. Avery, N. Wilkinson, N. MacIntyre, H. Reardon, D. Scguin, A. Wright, M. Milnes, C. Bernier. Third Row: M. McKinney, J. Homer, L. MacNeill, R. Kelly, K. Marcotte, G. Smith, C. Fowle, P. Szopa, M. Turner, P. Fellows, M. Jewell, J. Blake, M. Miltimore, N. Heath. Fourth Row: J. Burnham, G. Hiler, J. Philbrick, C. Matthews, C. Colpitts, W. Marston, R. Simoneau, G. Stimis, K. Pickering, S. Tinker, R. Parker, R. Smith, A. Woodward, M. Blancy, A. Jette. Fifth Row: C. Barren. M. Gagnon, D. Elsemore, P. Ma-goon. R. Thompson, R. Fish, R. Holden, J. Vares, P. Jorgensen, L. Willand, H. Woodward, R. MacDougall, R. Fabisiak, M. Joy. A CAPPELLA CHOIR The Plymouth Teachers College A Cappella Choir was organized by its present director, Hans P. Jorgensen, in January of 1947. It has steadily grown in size and reputation and is now one of the largest, most active organizations on campus. The choir has been in great demand by various church organizations, schools, and civic clubs for concert and radio work. The songsters have given concerts in nearly all of New Hampshire's larger cities and in many of its smaller ones. During the Christmas season people flock to Plymouth from miles around to attend the annual Candlelight Concert. This season the program was presented two nights and broadcasted over the Laconia and Manchester stations. ENSEMBLE Appearing with the choir arc the “Collegians,” men’s ensemble, and the “Collegian ettes,” women’s ensemble. They also perform on numerous occasions other than the regular choir concerts. A new highlight in the concerts this season is the dance group. The troupe, consisting of five girls, is under the direction of Pauline Sinclair. They arc dancing to “Hand Me Down My Walkin’ Cane,” “Donkey Serenade,” and “Beyond the Blue Horizon.” [I ' '' R PwniM; P. Pamela kos, E. Anderson. J. Bmitwcll. J. Robin , D. Roy, F. Kelley. L. Nichol. M. Turner. N. Wilkin , fc. Riggm . M. Blancy. Second Row: C. Colpitu, P. Maroon, W. Marston, R. Sim..ocau. C. Matthews, K. Pickering, P. Jorgensen, S. Tinker, R. Parker. H. Woodward. First Rom: Mi« Griffiths Advisor; L. Nichol, Trcaturcr; L. Metivicr, President: E. DcmimmkI, Viec-Prcsidcnt; B. Potter, Secretary. Semnd Rom: J. Root, A. Wright, V. Gallagher, G. M rnll, C. Bernier, L. MacNcill, E. Aver)-, B. Hartwell, G. Smith, E. CannMnrn, J. Larrabec. J. Demag, E. Corbett, H. Brulgeo, F. Treganza. M. Polhemus L. Carey. Third Rom: B. Ashley, R. Dietzel, F. Purington, O. Blodgett, D. Goode, P. Szopa, M. Turner, N. Never , R. Kelly, C. Fowle, F. Brooks, K. Fi� hcr, H. Reardon, I). Bailey. Fourth Rom: D. Slack. C. Allison, J. Boutwcll, A. Woodward, P. Sinclair. E. Crocker, C. Barrett, R. Cook, M. Stratton, J. Janelle, M. Paris, E. Anderson, L. Powell, M. Hanchett, B. Spaulding. Fifth Rom: P. Fellows, I. Pare. E. Hayward, R. Martel, A. Bourey, J. Curncr, G. Bryenton, B. Ames, C- Hemphill, L. DeLacey, T. Houston, I). Else more, J. Varcv Sixth Rom: T. Huggins, M. Bortrcc. J. Bowdoin, M. Gagnon. FUTURE TEACHERS OF AMERICA The Future Teachers of America, organized in 1947, the largest organization on campus, has had a most successful year under its president, Lionel Metivicr. Edward Desmond, Nancy Thompson, Rosemary York, and Miss Griffiths attended the New England Teacher Preparation Conference at Swampscott, Massachusetts, this fall and gave a report in assembly period on this conference. Many Future Teachers of America members also attended the State Teachers Convention at Manchester. This convention was reported on by Helen Bridgeo, Lois Nichol, and Lionel Metivicr. The F. T. A. is helping in the recruitment of high school students to attend P. T. C. upon their graduation. This year they sponsored a Visitors’ Day, when interested high school students appraised our campus. As a branch of the National Education Association, the Future Teachers of America chapter strives to foster professional growth among the educators of tomorrow. H. Doyle, Secretary; C. Shaw, E. Anderson, N. Wilkinson, J. Robinson, Vice-President; K. Marcottc, President. WOMEN'S ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION GIRLS' VARSITY BASKETBALL INTER-CLASS CHAMPS Juniors GIRLS' INTRAMURAL BASKETBALL First Row: J. Robinson, M. Blaney, B. Potter, K. Marcottc, H. Doyle, E. CanniMraro, A. Jette, E. Samaha. Second Row: J. lancllc, P. Szopa. M. Paris, L. Ouellette, H. Reardon. B. Armstrong, S. Ayer. Third Row: Miss Alden, Coach; R. Bennett, C. Fowle, J. Blake, E. Corbett, O. Blodgett, B. Callaghan, M. Dollivcr, V. Corbed. Fourth Row: B. Hartwell, A. Woodward, G. Hilcr, W. Kelley, J. Stewart, A. Bowers, J. Greenwood, J. Corrette. Fifth Row: P. Pantelakos, E. Davey, II. Potter, N. Bergeron, C. Crowley, L. Avery, C. Shaw, R. Scavcr. Sixth Row: E. Stewart. L. MacNeill, B. Ashley, N. Severs, I). Roy, M. Welch, N. Wilkinson, N. Heath. Setenth Row: E. Anderson, E. Hayward. ). Burnham, M. Stratton, J. Heald. M. Gagnon, A. McAvccncy, M. Milnes, J. Homer, First Row: D. Scguin, M. Paris, J. Jancllc, H. Reardon, L. Ouellette. K. Dow, P. Szopa. Second Row: t. Sjuulu. M. Blancy, E. Cannutraro, S. Ayer, B. Potter, P. Sinclair, B. Armstrong, A. Jettc, ). Larrabec, M. Milbmorc, j. Robinson. K. Marcotte. Third Row: R. Bennett, O. Blodgett, C. Fowlc, B. Callaghan, A. Nihan, A. Bowers, J. Stewart, J. Correttc, Miss Alden, Coach. Fourth Row: P. Pantclakos, E. Davcy, N. Bergeron, M. Welch, E. Andcrvon, H. Potter, L. Avery, C. Shaw. Fifth Row: E. Stewart, L. MacNcil, M. Stratton. B. Hartwell, N. Ncvers, N. Wilkinson, E. Hayward, B. Ashley. FIELD HOCKEY Each year the Women’s Athletic Association sponsors an outside sport, and this year found the girls of P. T. C. going back and forth between Russell Field and Mary Lyon to play field hockey. In physical education class the girls were taught the basic skills which were followed by a scrimmage session. This created enthusiasm both for intra mural and inter-class field hockey. The sport provided a good setting for the incoming freshmen to get acquainted with the upperclassmen. After the girls acquired sufficient skills, the intra-mural program was set up. There were eleven girls on each team from each of the four classes with eight teams competing. Many girls gained experience in officiating. The teams competed two afternoons a week after classes. The enthusiasm this year was especially high and the competition evenly matched, but by elimination the champions finally received their laurels. CHEERLEADERS Veterans Helenjane Doyle, Captain; Polly Sinclair, Barbara Callaghan, and Ruth Bennett returned this year to form the nucleus of the chccrlcading squad. New tryouts take place every year and as a result, Arlinc Parent, Nancy Heath and Janice Homer were the new members. Faculty and student body members arc chosen to judge the girls pep, voice, and coordination. The first seven girls with the highest point totals are the cheerleaders for the year and these girls choose their captain. The girls spend a tremendous amount of time in practicing their cheers. They not only cheer at games but act as hostesses to visiting teams and cheerleaders, and at dances after basketball games. Trips were arranged for the girls to cheer in Manchester and Keene this year which helped to bolster the spirit a great deal. If the cheerleaders meet the requirements the new girls receive letters, and the veterans receive bars in reward for their hard work. Pint Row: A. Parent, B. Callaghan, H. Doyle, Captain; P. Sinclair, J. Homer. Seiond Row: N. Heath, R. Bennett. Fir t Row: Ouch Foley, F. Reals. I). Day, J. I yle, F. Hanton, . Stimi.s, P. Rrown. Manager. Second Row: I). Doyle, P. JuTgrruen. K. Hanvrom, I . Dearborn, R. Spear, I. Clark. Third Row: E. Kenney, V. Bryant, R. Parker, R. lackson, V. Couture, A. Bourcy, W. Martton, R. Fabmak. MEN'S VARSITY BASKETBALL The Plymouth Teachers College five hail a very successful year, winning ten games and losing seven. The team placed second in the league conference. A strong team was developed through many seasoned veterans, John Foley’s superb coaching, and the squad’s great spirit. Members of the squad were: scrappy, rugged, rebound man, Dick Moulton; bespectacled set-shot ace, Jim Doyle; respected hook-shot, Don Saltmarsh; jump-shot artist, Slug Day; fast, reliable, Ernie Beals; swift, Red Hanson; driving, sharp-eyed, Verne Bryant and Denny Dearborn, a tall promising freshman. Much of the credit for the team’s success should be given to the reserve squad, which included Ed Kenney, Dave Dole, Bill Marston, Pete Jorgensen, Ray Spear, A1 Bourey, Bill Cole, Bob Jackson, Dick Parker, and Ira Clark. Jim Varcs and Pete Brown were helpful as co-managers. Fun Row: 1). Dole, C. Mjthcwk, D. Day, W. Man Con, N. Couture. Se onJ Row: J. Mathews E. Dccnvunl, V. Bryant, G. Courtcmjnche, V. Hixon, E. BcaU, Coach J. Foley. Third Row: R. Smith, E. Kenny, A. Rich, R. Stkkncy, R. Parker, I). Dearborn, R. Jackv.n. MEN'S BASEBALL As our yearbook goes to press, the baseball team promises a victorious season. There arc a number of key veterans returning to form the nucleus of the squad: Slug Day, Wilbur Hixon, Ernie Beals, A1 Rich, Dave Dole, John Matthews, and Ray Spear. Other players of impressive backgrounds complete the team. We expect to approximate the record for the 49 and 50 seasons when twenty-one games were won and one lost. Secretly, we hope to better this record! —}.M.v”“; SJUt. ES. NiCrw Ik'n „ P Kaid. ‘Second Row: G. Morrill. C. Bickford. J. Scott, N. Bergeron. C. Crowley, E. Stewart. S. Shepard. M MilnU I- Philbrick. J. Homer, B. Spaulding, A. Woodward. E. Andenon. T ,rt Row: E. Johnson, N. Never . I). Roy, A Parent. M. Welch. M. Stratton. Heald, A. McAveeney, M. Gagnon. J. Burnham. E. R Dictzel fourth Row F. Purington. A. Bourcy. R. Parker, N. Couture, R. Jackson, E Kenney. V. Bryant. R. MoRemen. F Brook . K. Fisher, P. Orman. Fifth Row: L. McCoy. D. Dearborn. R. Martel. R. Connors, R. IWhesne. C. Matthew . CLASS OF 1955 Wc, the class of 1955, came to Plymouth Teachers College in the fall of 1951 with awe and admiration in our eyes. We were starting on a new adventure—what was expected of us, what activities would wc sponsor? Bill Morris, President of the Student Council, brought to order our first class meeting and answered our many questions. Another meeting resulted in the election of a five-member standing committee composed of Betty Anderson, Norman Couture, Ellie Stewart, Norma Wilkinson, and Nancy Heath. Coach John Foley was chosen faculty advisor for the class. Although wc have not had much of a chance yet to get thoroughly started on our new adventure, we have done a few things, including decorating the lobby of Mary Lyon Hall for Christmas, and sponsoring the Baskctbrawl with Pete’s Hoopsters providing the music. We are proud that Janice Homer, a member of our class, was chosen Queen of the 1952 Winter Carnival. Now, wc arc all looking forward to our next three years at P. T. C., and wc hope that they will fulfill to the utmost our faith in this new adventure. CLASS OF 1954 In the Fall of 1950, a group of high school graduates knocked on the door of Plymouth Teachers College. The door was opened and we found ourselves on the threshold of four wonderful years in which we were to gain knowledge and understandings. At our first class meeting the following officers were elected: S. Tinker, President; E. Desmond, Vice-President; J. Stewart, Secretary; and P. Gcarwar, Treasurer. Our first remembrance of college will always come with each Halloween when we received the traditional initiation punishment from the Sophomores. Our big events of the year were decorating the Mary Lyon lobby for Christmas, the very successful “Big Top, and the May breakfast. The Fall of 1951 found us back hard at our task. Under the leadership of our new officers we headed the good ship, Sophomore, into the breeze for another year’s cruise. The first port of call was Halloween when we dealt out punishment to the underlying Freshmen. We next stopped at the “Mardi Gras” where we spent one enjoyable night dancing in costume and intermingling with the gaiety of laughter. The stop of the year was made at the “Big Top” where we went to the circus, bought pop corn, and attended the side show. Thus ended this year’s cruise. Two grand and glorious years arc ahead. As we weigh anchor in the Fall of 1952, we hope to see all the old familiar passengers plus many new ones. Seated: J. Stewart. Secretary: P. Allin, President; K. Randall, Treasurer; C. Graham, Vice-President; Mr. Henrx, Advisor First Row: B. Callaghan, M. Mansur, R. Bennett, J. Demag. D. Bailey, V. Cor bed. S. Martin. A. Nihan. C. Swetson E. Corbett, M. Joy. Second Row: O. Blodgett, J. Root. P. Fellows, I. Pare, C. Fowle, R. Cook, J. Blake, E. Crombie N. MacIntyre, J. Crowley, O. Chaycr, I.. Evans H. Rndgeo. Third Row: F. Riggins, W. Kelley. F. Kelley, M. Turner C. Barrette, P. Wynutt, P. Doucette, B. Sax ary. M. IXdliver, N. Kilmtsicr. J. Corrcttc. J. Greenwood. Fourth Row: C. Hemp hill, T. Huggins, M. Flanagan. G. Hiler. R. Kell), M. Jewell, N. Thompson. (X Colpitis, A. Bowers, I). Hxcmorc, P Michael, R. Smith. Filth Ron’: H. Fay, J. Gordon, R Gordon, I). IXile, J. Matthews, R. Stickncy, W. Marion. G. Lc Clair, E. Desmond Seat erf: Mr. Kenney, Advisor; K. Cannntraro, President; K. Marcottr, Treasurer; P. Sinclair, Secretary: H. Fcrtuld, Vice-President; First Row: K. l ow M. Miltimore, |. Robtnvm, E. Samaha, V. (ialla«lur, C. Allison, A. Wright. A. Jettc, J. Mackenzie. ). Larraber, F. Trrgjnza. Setonrf Row: S. Aver, I). Slack. H. Potter, L. Nichol, B. Armstrong. I.. Powell, H. Doyle, |. Houtwell, R. York. J. I.udman, R. Eaton, M. Plane). Third Row: R. Brayman, W. Merrill, K. Pickering. P. lorjjcnsen, I. Clark, L. Willand. T. Houston, R. Spear. R. MacDouytall, E. Beals. G. Low. Fourth Row R. Sinumcau. R. Thompson, I). White, H. Woodward, P. Magoon, R. Fish. CLASS OF 1953 Just a hundred years after the 49crs travelled to the west coast in quest of gold, our class came to Plymouth Teachers College seeking a more fruitful treasure. To lead our eager pioneers in the first year’s endeavor were Dick Fish, President; Jan Robinson, Vice President; Anne Emerson, Secretary; and Pete Jorgensen, Treasurer. Our first recognition in the school organization was the traditional decorating of Mary Lyon lobby at Christmas. As Sophomores, wc sponsored a scries of events. As new attractions to the college campus, we offered the “Hocdown” in the fall, a “Box Lunch ' in the winter, and ended our year with a little bit of Show Business. Officers this year were Ernie Beals, President; Jan Robinson, Vice-President; Elissa Cannistraro, Secretary; and Ronnie Ames, Treasurer. During our Junior year wc have carried on our social spirit. We honored Columbus with a “Shipwreck Dance, had an “Old Fashioned Christmas Party, and climaxed our events with the gala “March Bazaar.” At Carnival time wc were especially pleased to take second place with the Seniors in the snow sculpture contest. Our theme was “My Favorite Teacher featuring Snow White and Dopey. At the end of 1953 wc expect to fulfill our hopes and individually carry the treasure wc have obtained to the youth of tomorrow. “MY PUPPY My puppy’s the color of cinnamon toast, His soft curly cars arc what I like most, They hang clown so long and so close to his feet They get into his plate when he’s trying to cat! He’s good when he’s good, and bad when he’s bad, Whenever I scold him, his brown eyes grow sad, And he cocks his small head in a listening way, Till 1 smile and forget what I wanted to say. My puppy’s the color of cinnamon toast, His soft curly ears are what I like most, When he’s bad I forgive him, and he knows just why. For we love each other, my puppy and I! Marion K. Seavey GRADUATE STUDENTS B. Thompvm, W. R.Jnt.iillo. E. Vic reck, P. Viercck, D. Quigley, G. Mayne, C. Pinkham. in?arnn Hri'T 0 jUNI°R SENIOR Allow The child to paint whatever he ' pleases. All riqhT dear— Where are you? Experience is the best_ teacher Progressive Education Help the child get rid of aggress ions! Encourage mixing with other children Encourage freedom of expression t o the child NOW The hour has come: What will we do? Will day follow day with nothing new? Is now the time that we'll grow old ? Do nothing more than what we're told? Will it be true — that deep inside The force, the drive in us has died? Or- Will we go forth with one idea That we know all: We have no fear? Our minds arc full — no room for more Arc we through? Have we shut the door? Will it be that — arc we so good We do and know what others should? Or — Will we be able to stand up strong Yet know we can be right or wrong? Will we speak out? Give all'we can Yet keep open to any man? Will we go onward, — see things through? The hour is now — what will we do? Phyllis Szopa BRADFORD G. AMES Plymouth Elementary Canterbury Club 2, Indian 1. JEAN F. BAKER Hudson Secondary IRC 1,2,4; Choir 1,2,34; Collegian-ettes 2,3; Cheerleaders 2,3; Chess Club 1. MARY BORTREE Lebanon Elementary Ski Club 1,2,34; F.T.A. 2,34; Student Council 2,34; Girls Sports 1, 2,34. JACQUELINE BOWDOIN Laconia Dual Curriculum Ski Club 1,2,34; IRC 1,2,3; Science Club 1,2; F.T.A. 1,2,34; W.A.A. 1, 2,3; Yearbook staff 3,4; Yearbook Editor 4. PETER BROWN Hollis Dual Curriculum Choir 1,2,34; Newspaper staff 1; Outing Club 1,2,34; Social Club Council 3,4; Student Council 3; Basketball manager 4; Yearbook Staff 4. GEORGE E. BRYENTON Plymouth Elementary F.T.A. 4. EMERSON D. CAIL Lincoln Dual Curriculum IRC 1,2,3; Science Club 2,3,4; Outing Club 3,4. LOUIE CARLISLE CAREY Manchester Elementary Transfer from Bates; Scton Club 34; F.T.A. 3,4. EILEEN PARENT CLARK Newmarket Business Education Girls Sports 1,2,34; Scton Club 1,2, 3 4- EUGENE CLARK New Hampton Secondary Transfer from UNH; F.T.A. 2,3; Baseball 2,3; C.A. 3; Canterbury Club 2,3,4. EVELYN R. CLARK Ashland Elementary F T.A. 3,4. Science Club 1,2,3 45 F.T.A. 1,4; Student Council 3; Social Club Council 5,4; Outing Club 3; Congregational Club 1,2,3; Class officer 3. LIONEL P. DELACEY Berlin Secondary IRC 1,2,34; F.T.A. 34; Science Club 1, 2; Seton Club 1,2. JAMES J. DOYLE Manchester Dual Curriculum Student Council 2; F.T.A. 4; Seton Club 2; Basketball 2,34. RICHARD E. DRAPER Kittcry Point, Maine Secondary Science Club 2,3,4; Club 2,3,4. RALPH FABISIAK Cascade Dual Curriculum Choir 1,2,3,4; Basketball 1,2,3,4; Ensemble 2; Band 1,2,3,4; F.T.A. 2; Outing Club 1,2; Seton Club 1,2,?,4. BETTY FENNELL Plymouth Early Childhood IRC 1,2; F.T.A. 3,4; Science Club 1; Student Council 1; Plymouth Players 4; Yearbook Staff 4. KATHLEEN M. FROTHINGHAM Portsmouth Business Education Choir 1,3; Outing Club 1,2; F.T.A. 1,2; Girls Sports 1,2; Seton Club 1, 2,3; Indian Staff 1. KATHERINE GASS Conway Business Education F.T.A. 1,2,3,45 Outing Club 1,2,34; Choir 1; Student Council 1; Girls Sports 1,2,3; Yearbook staff 4. DOROTHY GOODE Manchester Elementary Choir 2,3; F.T.A. 1,2,3,45 Girls Sports 1,2,3; Seton Club 1,2. MARLENE J. HANCHETT Tilton Early Childhood Indian 1; Student Council 2,3; C.A. 3,4; F.T.A. 3,4. KEITH HANSCOM Meredith Elementary Basketball 1,4; Baseball 2,4; Chess Club 2; Ski Club 2; F.T.A. 4. ERNEST HANSON Concord Elementary Choir 2,3,4; F.T.A. 3; Outing Club 1,2; IRC 2; Student Council 2; Basketball 1,2,3,45 Social Club Council 3,4; Seton Club 1,2,3,45 Class officer 2,3; Yearbook Staff 4. DELMA J. HARRISON Manchester Elementary Transfer from UNH; F.T.A. 3; Student Council 3,4; Yearbook Staff 4; Plymouth Players 4. RICHARD B. HATHAWAY Plymouth Elementary Student Council i; Social Club 2,3; F.T.A. 1,2,34; Science Club 2, 3; Choir 1,2,3; Collegians 2; C.A. 1, 2,3,4; Canterbury Club 1,2,3,45 Class President 2,3; Yearbook Staff 4. KENNETH HAWKINS Plymouth Elementary F.T.A. 1,2; Chess Club 1,2. JOYCE HAWTHORNE Plymouth Business Education Transfer from Becker Junior College; F.T.A. 3; Science Club 3; Girls Sports 3. CORNELIA HODDER Hanover Early Childhood Transfer from Wheelock College; Choir 1; Orchestra 1; Canterbury Club 1,2,34; C.A. 2,3; F.T.A. 3; Ski Club r. DAISY HUSSEY Concord Elementary Social Club 1,2,34; F.T.A. 1,2,3; C.A. 1,2,3; Outing Club x; Choir 2, 3; Cheerleader 1,2,3; Girls Sports 1, 2,34; Class officer 2,3,4; Yearbook Staff 4. JEANNE A. JANELLE Dover Dual Curriculum Science Club 1,2,3; Outing Club 2, 3; Seton Club 1,2,34; F.T.A. 1,2,3; IRC 4; Choir 1,2,4; Cirls Sports 1, 2 3.4- BEVERLY E. JONES Pcnacook Elementary Science Club 2; C.A. 3; W.A.A. 3, 4; F.T.A. 1,2,3; Choir 2,3,4; Girls Sports 2,3. IDA M. JONES Gorham Business Education Social Club Council 3; F.T.A. 2,3, 4; Outing Club 2,34; C.A. 1,2,34; Girls Sports 2,3,4. ARCHIE S. MacDONALD, JR. Dorchester Elementary Choir 1,2; Science Club 1,2,3; IRC 1,2; Seton Club 1,2,3; Student Council 3. ALBERT MARTIN Dorchester Elementary Choir 1,2,3; E.T.A. 2,3; Science Club 2; Class President 4. 'a HAROLD MATAVA Concord Elementary Ski Club 1,2; Science Club 1,2; IRC 1; F.T.A. 2,3. HAROLD F. McCORMICK Laconia Elementary Science Club 2,3; Canterbury Club 2,3; F.T.A. 3,4. % MELODIE M. McKINNEY Manchester Elementary Choir 2,3,4; IRC 2,3,4; Chess Club 2; Art Club 2; Seton Club 2; Outing Club 4; Social Club Council 2; Yearbook Staff 4. MALCOLM M. MERRILL West Thornton Dual Curriculum Choir 1,2,3; Student Council 4. LIONEL G. METIVIER Berlin Dual Curriculum F.T.A. 1,2,34; IRC 1,2,3; Science Club 1,2; Camera Club 1,2; Ski Club 1,2,34; Debating Club 1; Student Council 2,3; Seton Club 1,2; Yearbook Staff 4. RUTH MILLAR Plymouth Elementary FT.A. 3,4; Choir 1,2,3,4. WILLIAM E. MORRIS Haverhill Secondary IRC 2,3,4; Choir 2,3; C.A. 3; Student Council 34; Class officer 4; Yearbook staff 4. RICHARD A. MOULTON Ashland Secondary Baseball 1,4; Basketball 1,3,4. FRANCES M. NYE Rochester Elementary Transfer from Aroostook Normal School and UNH. LORRAINE OUELLETTE Jaffrey Dual Curriculum F.T.A. 1,2,3; Seton Club 1,2,3,4; Choir 1,2,3,4; Collegianettes 3; Girls Sports 1,2,3,4. MAYBETH PARIS Manchester Elementary F.T.A. 1,2,34; Outing Club 1,2,34; Ski Club 1,2,34; Science Club 2,3; Seton Club 1,2,34; W.A.A. 1,2,34; Girls Sports 1,2,34; Yearl ook Staff 4- BARBARA R. PETTES Canaan Early Childhood F.T.A. 1,2,34; Outing Club 1,2,3; Ski Club 2; C.A. 3; Class officer 2; Girls Sports 1,2. PAUL A. PICKWICK Lisbon Secondary Transfer from UNH; Science Club 34- M. WAYNE POLAND Milton Dual Curriculum Transfer from UNH; F.T.A. 3,4; IRC 3; Science Club 34; Outing Club 3; C.A. 3. MARGARET A. POLHEMUS Weirs Early Childhood C.A. 1,2,34; Choir 1,2,34; F.T.A. 1, 2,34- CONRAD POTTER Plymouth Secondary IRC 2,3,4; Choir 1,2; Yearbook Staff 4- HONORA REARDON Concord Elementary F.T.A. 1,2,34; W.A.A. 1,2,34; Science Club 2; Choir 2,34; Scton Club 1,2,34; Girls Sports 1,2,34. ALAN E. RICH South Newbury Secondary Art Club 1,2; Ski Club 1,2,3; Coif Club 1,2,3; Basketball 3; Baseball 1, 2,3 4- JACQUELINE RICHARDSON Wolfeboro Elementary Ski Club 3,4; F.T.A. 2,3,4; Choir 3, 4; Canterbury Club 1,2; Girls Sports 2,3 4- DONALD W. SALTMARSH, JR. Concord Secondary Choir 1,2,34; Ensemble 34; Basketball 1,2,34. DOROTHY SEGUIN Conway Elementary IRC i,2,3,4; Science Club 1,2,3,4; Choir 34; C.A. 2; Girls Sports 1,2, } 4- GWENDOLYN SMITH Elementary F.T.A. 3,4; Choir 1,3,4. Plymouth BARBARA A. STEVENS Salem Business Education F.T.A. 1,2,3,45 Class officer 4; Girls Sports 2,3,4. GEORGE STIMIS Hanover Elementary Social Club Council 2; F.T.A. 1,2; Science Club 1,2; Choir 4; Ski Club 1,2; Outing Club 1,2,3; Basketball 1,2,4. ELLEN K. SWAN Haverhill Business Education W.A.A. 2,3; Girls Sports 1,2,3,45 Seton Club 1,2,3,4. PHYLLIS A. SZOPA Manchester Elementary Science Club 2,3,4; Choir 1,2,3 4 5 F.T.A. 2,3 4; Outing Club 1,23,4; Ski Club 1,2; Girls Sports 1,23,4; W.A.A. 1334. MYLA K. TAYLOR Franklin Elementary Transfer from K.T.C.; C.A. 1,2,34. JAMES C. VARES Keene Elementary F.T.A .1,234; Science Club 34; IRC 34; Choir 1,2,34; Plymouth Players 4, Basketball manager 4. MARTHA HEAD WADE Plymouth Early Childhood F.T.A. 23; Science Club 234; Choir 1,2; Outing Club 1,23; Girls Sports 1,23- ROGER WEEKS Charlestown Secondary C.A. 1; Canterbury Club 2; IRC 1, 2,4; Science Club 1,2,34; Chess Club 23; Choir 1,23,4; Collegians 3,4; Band 1,23,4. EVELYN J. WESTOVKR Beebe River Elementary F.T.A. 3 NEAL WIGGIN Plymouth Secondary Choir i; IRC 2; Baseball 2; Plymouth Players 4. ALBERT WILSON Alexandria Secondary Outing Club 1,2; Basketball 2. HAROLD P. PIPER Meredith Dual Curriculum Choir 1; F.T.A. 1. GORDON RUSSELL Warner Elementary Choir 1.2,3,4; Band and orchestra 1,2,3,45 Social Club Council 3; Student Council 3; Class History As we, the class of 1952, look back on the wealth which we have gained here at Plymouth Teachers College, we find it very difficult to interpret the distinguishing features of our days here so that you, the reader, will understand our growth. Each member of our class could express his individual sentiments; however, let us look back on the many incidents which we, as a group, have experienced. When we entered the portals of Plymouth Teachers College for the first time, we were more than a little insecure as to our station and prospects. Some of us were veterans of the armed forces; most of us were recent graduates of high school. Looking back, we will recall the many and varied social events in which we have been active. Many original ideas were derived and put into effect. We sold ourselves to the highest bidder at our Slave Day Auction. At that time, we cleaned rooms, washed and ironed clothes, and performed other menial tasks; but we enjoyed it immensely. Sadie Hawkins Day, begun in our Sophomore year is now a popular annual event. Decked in the smartest of Dogpatch fashions, the ladies took over the campus. Our talent shows were outstandingly successful and we started many students on the road to entertainment fame in P.T.C. activities. Highlight of our entertainment ventures was Club ’52 which we inherited from the class of 1951. After purchasing The College Shop from the class of 1950, we expanded it a great deal. Members of the class worked hard to sell the cigarettes, gum, candy, scrapbooks, jewelry, and countless other articles. Our salesmen for stationery and Christmas cards did a fine job of house-to-house selling. Through The College Shop the P.T.C. mascot was born. A handsome but sad little dog, “Smart Alee,” captured hearts galore. A large number of students now own a “Smart Alec of their own. Many of our class members have found that the rich and rewarding experiences of extra-curricular activities have lent much to a well focused philosophy of teaching and of education. Student government has taken on a clearer and more forcsighted outlook; yet we can only feel that the initial steps have been instigated. Publicity and recognition have come to our college through the part our class has played in conference work on a regional and national basis. Two Model United Nations have been held on campus at which time we had an opportunity to assist high school students in understanding this world organization and the problems that arise within it. We will carry away many more memories than those that are written here. Our hope is that we have left an abundance of friendships and accomplishments which will long be remembered by those to whom we say farewell. Class Will We, the Class of 1952, being of sound mind and disposing memory, do hereby declare this to be our last will and testament. I, Brad Ames, leave my apple-polishing technique to A1 Bourcy. I, Jean Baker, leave my demure manner to Nancy Heath. I, Marie Bortrcc, leave my souvenirs to the Morse Museum. I, Jackie Bowdoin, leave my gigantic stature to Bette Moran. I, Peter Brown, leave — finally! ! I, George Bryenton leave being an inspiration to all potential student fathers. I, “Dip” Cail leave a box of safety matches to Ronnie Holden so he can at least offer a light when he bums smokes. I did it for years. I, Louie Carey, leave my ability to snare a husband to any lucky girl. I, Gene Clark, leave my ability to get along with Mr. Ridlon to anyone. I, Evelyn Clark, leave — Huzzah! ! ! I, Essie Crocker, leave my ability to be stricken with laryngitis on the day I’m giving a report to Scott Tinker. I, John Currier, leave the keys to Hugg’s Buick to John Gordon. Drive carefully, John! I, Lionel DcLacey, leave my just one of the boys attitude to Hal Fernald. I, Jim Doyle, leave, and what's more, I’m taking my family with me. I, Dick Draper, leave my enthusiasm for speed to Bob Gordon. I, Ralph Fabisiak, leave Mr. Jorgensen to some peace and quiet and $5 for a light • globe. I, Betty Fennell, leave my way with the kiddies to Lois Nichol. I, Kathy Frothingham, leave my speechmaking ability to Mr. Kinney. I, Kay Gass, leave my ability to organize and carry things out to Betty Potter. I, Dottic Goode, leave my way with men to Joan Scott. I, Dick Hathaway, leave my pious manner to Dick Parker. I, Joyce Hawthorne, leave the honor of being the only Vermont immigrant to Betty Hayward. I, Marlene Hanchett, turn over to Miss Doolittle my excess book reports to next years Children's Lit. Class. I, Keith Hanscom, leave my ability to talk for hours and say nothing to Ronnie Mac-Dougal. I, Ernest Hanson, leave Helenjanc — Boo Hoo Hoo. I, Dclma Harrison, leave my assumed air of sophistication to Mickey Flanagan. I, Marty Wade, leave my four years of happiness to everyone. I, Ken Hawkins, leave my melodious voice to Hugg.” I, Peggy Hodder, leave my shyness to Barbara Callaghan. I, Daisy Hussey, leave, but I’ll be back for a “Day. I, Jean Janclle, leave for Dover with full speed ahead. Wc, Bev Jones and Honey Reardon, leave our “special” brand of humor to Janice Homer. I, Ida Jones, leave; my thirst for knowledge is quenched. I, A1 Martin, leave my imitations to Paul Magoon I, Harold Matava, leave my spontaneous good nature to Ernie Beals. I, Hal McCormick, leave my car to Steve Tasscy. Seventy thousand miles in four years without even a dent, Steve. I, Melody McKinney leave my knack of extending vacations to Kay Dow. I, Malcom Merrill, leave my ability to produce volumes of desired information at a moment’s notice to Ray Spear. I, Lionel Metivier, bequeath my insight into education to Dr. Hyde and the rest of the faculty. I, Ruth Millar, leave my English sense of humor to Edna Samaha. I, Bill Morris, leave my table at the “Slopes to Ira Clark. I, Dick Moulton, leave my even disposition, mad all the time, to Dave Dole. I, Frannie Nye, leave, clicking my heels. I, Lorraine Ouellette, bid you all a fond “Adieu. I, Eileen Clark, leave, taking all that isn’t nailed down. I, Maybcth Paris, leave my fluency with foreign languages to Rosemary York. I, Barbara Pettes, leave my ability to raise chickens to Janet Stewart. I, Paul Pickwick, leave, taking my nasty disposition with me. I, Butch Piper, leave my ability to dictate the policies and attend school all at the same time to anyone. I, Wayne Poland, leave my high values of self-appraisal to George LcClair. I, Margie Polhemus, leave with a fondness for children. I, Conrad Potter, leave my model assembly to the birds. I, Al Rich, leave my dancing ability to “Woodie.” I, Jackie Richardson, leave my ability to out gripe anyone to Elissa Cannistraro. I, Don Saltmarsh, leave to sec my Uncle Sam knowing I’ll see many of you later. I, Dotty Scguin. leave for the Lone Star Ranch in Hooksett with my “gittar. I, Bessie Smith, leave my refined giggle to Rusty Blodgett. I, Gwen Smith, leave my reputation for humorous stories to Alpha Bowers. I, Barbara Stevens, leave for the season at Rockingham. I, George Stimis, leave my plastic sweatshirt to Ed Kenney. I, Ellen Swan, leave the ivy-covered towers of P.T.C. with fond memories. I, Phyllis Szopa, go back to playing center field for T.T.K. I, Myla Taylor, leave early to avoid the rush I, Jim Vares, leave all the information that I’ve read in a book somewhere to Miss Aldcn. I, Roger Weeks, leave my smelling salts to Ed Desmond. You never know when they will come in handy, Ed. I, Evelyn Westover, leave my slightly used addresses and phone numbers to Joyce Philbrick. I, Neal Wiggin, leave my knack of prolonging assemblies to anyone. I, Al Wilson, leave, many times having been in doubt. Wc were walking along minding our business when out of the orange-colored sky; crash! bam! alacasam! Arch MacDonald came zooming by. “Can only stop a minute,” said Arch, and we noticed his air was still with him. “But you simply must come to the fair; everyone will be there.” So we hopped into his car and discovered Miss Crocker and her cats. It was rather difficult to carry on much conversation with her because of chronic laryngitis. At any rate, wc made the gate. The first familiar face wc saw was none other than Jim Doyle, The Policeman, The Policeman. “To enter, the only stipulation is to be of age.” With no questions asked wc got our tickets from Barbara Stevens, who was chewing Clorcts. As wc started down the midway, who should wc hear but A1 Martin crying the values of his wares which, of course, go under the name of “The College Shop.” In the booth next to him, Red Hanson was playing “Big Shot.” Across the way, crowds of people were gathered around Melodic as she told her tall talcs. Nearby was the octopus operated by Connie Potter still with his fingers in every pie. Suddenly we were overcome by Ken Hawkins’ tribe of Indians who came up for the big occasion with news of our old associates. The conversation went something like this— Have you heard that — Betty Fennell is the proud owner of the Pine Cone in Gilford Casey has TB Phi-Phi is still on the wagon Lorraine is still up to her old tricks of corruption Martha Wade and Eileen Clark have become camp followers Myla Taylor is working harder than ever Hap Mctivicr and Jackie are still trying to prove silence is golden. The Ump-Ha, Ump-Ha of Fab’s Tuba called attention to the exciting, daring, thrilling, sensational Dick Draper and his Death Dodgers. We arrived just in time to sec the cars at the starting gate. Among his reckless drivers we found Gwen Smith, Ellen Swan, Harold Piper, and Margie Polhcmus. The Winnah, in her souped-up Model T — naturally — Gwen Smith. Following this mad dash, the crow'd waited tensely for the beginning of McCormick’s dog races. Making good use of this time was Bortree, the Bookie. The next feature event: — fabulous toreador Hanscom who is noted for his ability to throw the bull. Not too far away was George Stimis displaying beef. Next on the program, we found, was a list of speakers: Wayne Poland — Mayor of East Overshoe — Welcome Address Richard Hathaway —the popular missionary — Temperance Lionel DeLacey — Ambassador to England — Socialism Eugene Clark — featured lecturer —The World Today Leaving all this talk behind we turned to the bright lights to purchase tickets for the greatest side show on earth. Here, Louie Carey’s booming voice told us — Currier does his song and dance Delma charms Jackie Richardson, the contortionist, gets into all kinds of messes Dip Cail appears as the human sponge Bev Jones and Honey as Siamese twins Jim Vares as the worldly man Jean Baker as Miss East Overshoe Outside again, we bought a book of chances from George Bryenton for the Baby Hospital Benefit while Frances Nyc, the clown, amused us. In the next tent the feature event on the mat was a match between A1 Rich, Mr. America, and A1 Wilson, Man of Indecision, but because of a commotion close by we missed it. We investigated and found Dot Sequin, voicing a few opinions from her soapbox, while Neal Wiggin and Dick Moulton, the wranglers, succeeded in heating up the audience. The quiet, smooth voice of Bill Morris soon put out the fire. His value as a peacemaker has certainly been apparent in the current General Assembly of the UN. We walked on and met Peter Brown selling cokes and hot dogs and learned that he now owns the biggest house on Wall Street from all his businesses on-the-sidc. Through his chatter we found that — Matava is still looking for an apartment Maybeth is still looking for Herman Barb Pettes is still looking for a man Marlene Hanchctt is still looking for an A Jean Jancllc is still looking good. Being stuffed with food and news, we sat down to watch the aerial artists. They never did appear, because it seems Daisy, being particularly light-headed on this Day, forgot to tell Dot Goode about a party in advance, and that girl just loves parties. At dusk, lights began to flash. One in particular caught our eye. It said “Big Dipper ' The name, being rather familiar, we went over to investigate. Under a sign reading PICKWICK’S ALE AND BEER by PAUL, we found Jim Doyle, Don Saltmarsh, Gordon Russell, Roger Weeks, Dip Cail, and Peter Brown having a reunion of the ’5 Year Mens Club: Feeling we were intruding in this privileged gathering, we backed out and met Joyce Hawthorne, cracker-jack ace reporter. Always on the go, she gave us the inside story on Miss Kathy Frothingham who, while touring below the Mason-Dixon line, suffered a shock but is slowly recovering. In front of the Educational Booth we met Peggy Hodder who, of all things, is teaching school. The crowd thinned out slowly but we did sec Ruthie, Sit, and Evie who had met again after long separation only to find they were all still commuters; conscientious carpenters who traveled daily to their jobs in town. Beside the “Test your strength and ring the bell” machine was Brad aiming higher than ever as Ida Jones anxiously waited for him to leave so she could close the gates to the tunc of “Ruben, Ruben, I’ve been thinking” played softly by “Mac-na-Mcrrill’s Band.” The lights dimmed, and we, if we may, close with these last words — “Classmates, please forgive us.” Advisor Elizabeth Doolittle Cheeese A Word of Thanks We wish to thank the following for their invaluable assistance: Maurice and Robert Aldrich, Frank Poblcnz Leila Broughton Eleanor Corbett Elizabeth Doolittle Evans Printing Company, Robert Johnson Regis Horace Thelma Huggins Harold E. 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