Randolph Union High School - Galloping Ghost Yearbook (Randolph, VT)

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GALLOPING GHOST Class History - by JANE TEWKSBURY, ELAINE BATTLES, PHYLLIS WEBSTER In September, 1942, thirty-three little darlings were deposited by their mothers at the door of Mrs. Davis, who taught the first grade, to start their cruise through twelve years of school. One of our first experiences of discipline was when a chocolate bar was missing and we learned what it was to stay after school and have a private interview with the teacher. CP. S. Still a mystery.J Half way through the first grade, Mrs. Davis decided mail was preferable to these thirty-three little darlings and joined the Post Office in Bethel. Then Mrs. Norton finished with the A B C,s to send us into Miss Kinville's room. Here Jane Tewksbury learned about pushing buttons, when one of the boys dared her to push the fire alarm button. She still blushes at the thought of the crowd she drew. By the time we sailed into the third grade room, with Mrs. Stokes as our teacher, we had some boys who were becoming daredevils. Ronnie Smith poked Janice's pig-tails into the ink Well. He soon found out Mrs. Stokes knew how to poke, too! No one Went out of this room without lgnolyving his Roman numerals, thanks to the clock on the wall and Mrs. to es. Miss Walbridge was our fourth grade teacher and she introduced us to geography and history. We entered the fifth grade, with Mrs. Menard as our teacher. Some seemed to figure they had had enough history and geography, so they start- ed dating. Two of our couples were Ranee Cowdrey and David Billing- ham, and Carol Lewis and Kenneth Brooks. In the sixth grade Miss Marshall taught us our fractions and intro- duced drawing and the use of water colors. We had a real disappointment at the end of this year when our class picnic had to be held in our room be- cause of rain. History has it that Lois Rhoades had a terrific crush on Frank Patch this year. We sailed into junior high knowing we were really somebodies! This was the year we started toward our goal which was attained in '54, first by putting on a play, Whigs and Torries, Cfrom which we made 373, and by giving our first big social. Mrs. Birchard proved to be a very help- ful teacher this year. Mrs. Gray was our eighth grade teacher. We had a very interesting project this year, which was writing to such well-known people as the President, various senators, famous movie stars and other notables. We finished our cruise through eight years of school by going to Lake Dun- more on our class picnic. Mr. Boright presented us our diplomas and gave us a very helpful talk in preparation for high school. Ten of our original thirty-three entered high school together. In September, 1949, we climbed the stairs to our last four years of school. Included in our class were ten students who had stayed through all eight grades and also nineteen out-of-town students. Outstanding events this year included David Billingham demonstrating how to diaper , 13. I ffl ii.-'ff. , '

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GALLOPING GHOST Class Poem by SANDRA BRUORTON and ELINOR HUTCHINSON As we look back through our school years, Our studies, memories past, We know that we've gained knowledge That through all years will last. Although we don't expect to see That all our dreams come true, We do hope, though, that we can be Good workers through and through. To a new and brighter future, Clear of hindrance in our way, We look ahead with hope and faith On graduation day. We realize, when we reach this day, The day of graduation, The best years of our lives are past And now we seek new stations. We wish to thank the faculty For all they've helped us here, Because they've taught what we should know, We've nothing now to fear. We raise our heads withhopefulness, To make a better world, To achieve our tasks, and always help Our people when in peril. With sound of marching music, Heard floating through open door, Proudly, and with heads held high, Goes our class of '54,

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GALLOPING GHOST R a baby, Mr. Lary jumping over a seat, and one of those nice picnics at Bear Hill. Mr. Murray and Mr. Bond were our advisers this year. Several of our new members became officers this year: President, Raymond Gray, Vice-President, David Billinghamg Secretary, Janet LaRocqueg Treasurer, Carol Lewisg Student Council, Beverly Paige and Robert Bowen. We started our sophomore year successfully, winning the Halloween float prize for the second time. The English II B class went to Boston this year, and during the trip, Bob Bowen ripped his best suit pants. Good thing, Thelma Boudreau had a needle and thread along! Our Carnival play was a comedy, Nobody Home. Mr. Bond and Mr. Barnes gave us guidance lessons this year. We wonder who learned more, we or they. We went to Lake Dunmore for our class picnic this year. Our officers for this year were President, David Billinghamg Vice-President, Beverly Paige, Secretary, Joan Davis, Treasurer, Jane Tewksburyg Student Council, Shayne Tabor and William Kent. As jolly juniors we were very busy. Joan Davis and Shirley Jarvis went to Girls' State, Philip Angell, Boys' State. Elaine Battles went to the Model U. N. General Assembly. We earned quite a lot by having danc- ing school and running the book store. Our carnival play was Hired Girl. We won't forget how Peggy walked 05 stage without her manu- script. Janis Rogers gave a party for us after the play. For the third time, we went to Lake Dunmore at the end of the year for our class picnic. Our advisers this year were Mr. Bond and Mr. Barnes. The oflicers for this year were President, Richard Menard, Vice-President, Gilbert Tabor, Secretary, Carol Lewisg Treasurer, Phyllis Webster, Student Council members, Peggy Dalton and Raymond Gray. Finally reaching our last year, we started it well by making S5250 on our successful play, Down to Earth. Laurie McGee had open house after the play. Our class advisers were Mr. Bond and Mrs. Perry. Our carnival play, Dark Wind,', was also a success this year. We finally won first place. Officers elected this year were President, Jerry Oshag Vice-Presi- dent, Charles Rogersg Secretary, Carol Lewis, Treasurer, Shayne Tabor, Student Council, Elaine Battles and John McGee. Raymond Gray was president of the Student Council. The most important thing for us this year was our Senior Trip, which turned out to be a lot of fun regardless of those who were sick. Our chaperones were Mrs. Perry, Mr. and Mrs. Bond, and Mrs. Stone. As Commencement Week draws to an end, our minds turn toward the future and what it may hold. With these thoughts, and our pleasant mem- ories of R.H.S., we draw this, our history, to a close. , ., . V v ,W .. ,. xi . - . ' 2.01. ' V +624 fr. New-14 . ' .... J '