Red Bank High School - Log Yearbook (Red Bank, NJ)

Text from Pages 1 - 128 of the 1956 volume:

y THE JUNE 1956 Published by The SENIOR CLASS nf 1956 RED RAM HIGH SCHOOL 11 ED BANK, NEW JERSEY PERFORMANCE OF THE LOG Foreword In the beginning of time God endowed some men with the gift of prophecy. They accurately told of future events which did come true. Although today we cannot foretell future events as of old, we do know that a wonderful future can be prophesied for us if we but follow the precepts of our teachers and counselors. We have learned more than our actual studies; we have grown through experiences which will aid us all our lives. And so, for the continued service of our faculty, we give our greatest thanks. We would like this year book to tell of the wonderful times we have had. Therefore, we present here, in words and pictures, the adventures of the class of 1956. 4 Dedication Although he has been in Red Bank High for only one year. Dr. Blatnik has become more than just a high school principal to us. When we began our last year in Red Bank, Dr. Blatnik began his first; and although he didn't know us individually, he immediately began guiding us with a warm- hearted mixture of discipline and benevolence. We will never re- member Red Bank without recall- ing Dr. Blatnik and his patient un- derstanding. To Dr. Blatnik, a gentleman in the truest sense, we dedicate this yearbook. The Log of 1956. 5 In Memoriam MR. GOLDBERG The students, faculty, and community have suffered a great loss with the untimely passing on of Mr. Leo Goldberg. Mr. Goldberg, who served on the Board of Education, was a friend to everyone and was respected by all. The faculty and students will always remember him for the wonderful person that he was. EDMUND CANZONA President SAMUEL CAROTENUTO Board of Educatioo ... Stockholders CLARENCE GALE DR. SIDNEY HODAS HENRY STEVENSON ALBERT MACDONALD WILLIAM MAGEE DR. HERMAN WILEY HERBERT ERICKSON PAUL YOUNG Secretary 7 8 Faculty Managers CLAIR BAILEY English MARGARET BENNER School Nurse Attendance Officer ARTHUR W. BENTZ Industrial Arts MARY BIERSTADT Business Education CARL K. BOMBERGER English EDWARD F. BROWN Music HOWARD L. BROWN Consumer Education AMY CHATEAUNEUF Mathematics JAMES DADENAS Machines AUBREY DELL'OMO Mathematics STANLEY M. CARHART Driver Training IDA GARRUTO Business Education NAOMA FRANK Business Education ROBERT GLISSON Physical Education JOSEPH FARRELL Distributive Education 9 BURNET H. HENYON United States History CLEMENT JABLONSKY Biology ELISABETH KELLEY United States History RUTH M. KING Social Studies JULIUS LASKY Business Education RUTH E. LaWALL English JOHN LUCKENBILL Band Director JL JOHN F. MOSES Industrial Arts J. WILLIAM NEEDLE EDITH OLSEN ROBERT OLSHAN VINCENT PALADlNO English English English Spanish 10 LORRAINE A PAZICKY Social Studies NANCY PHILP Physical Education THOMAS L PHIPPS Physical Education SOLOMON POPLER Science STEPHEN O. SKAKANDY History IRENE L. SMITH Physical Education MARJORIE SAWIN Librarian DONALD SLAVEN English it i MARGARET H. THOMPSON English ANTHONY F. TRUFOLO Visual Aids MARJORIE WARD RICHARD F. WILLIAMSON Home Economics Industrial Arts 11 Secretaries WINIFRED DRAWBAUGH Telephone Secretary GERTRUDE PITTIN Guidance Office MARGARET HENNESSEY Principal's Office DOROTHY LOVERSIDGE Principal's Office LORE METZGER Superintendent's Office KATHERINE SICKLES Superintendent's Office BEATRICE WEBB Superintendent's Office YVONNE W. WYLIE Guidance Office Custodians and Cafeteria FRANK HAVILAND Superintendent of Maintenance Department STANLEY L IVANS EDWARD MURPHY % 12 RAYMOND PEARCE WILLIAM STORY RUTH GOOTEE Cafeteria Manager Guidance Department MARY BIERSTADT Guidance Counselor RUTH M. KING Guidance Counselor The Guidance Department of Red Bank High School was organized in 1947 under the direction of Mr. Willis M. Sisson. Prior to this a committee of faculty members performed guidance func- tions. At present, the department has seven capable and well-liked counselors. The counselors aid the students in making future plans in choosing subjects and in solving their personal problems. Among the many services rendered by the department are administration of aptitude, achievment, and interest tests; planning of schedules; arranging for college selection and scholarships through lectures and personal counseling; and numerous other services which aid in preparing students scholastically for the future. Congratulations are warranted from everyone to this department for a job well done. From the class of 1956, our sincere thanks for all you have done for us. RUTH E LaWAll Guidance Counselor WILLIS M SISSON Guidance Director JOHN F. MOSES Guidance Counselor GEORGE E. SAFFA MARGARET H. THOMPSON Guidance Counselor Guidance Counselor MARJORIE WARD Guidance Counselor 13 14 Advisers MR. JOSEPH FARRELL To our advisers, Mrs. Lorraine Pazicky, Mr. Joseph Farrell, and Mr. Arthur Bentz, for their patience and untiring efforts in our behalf, we, the Class of 1956, express our gratitude and appreciation. For all their help, in problems large and small, we say, Thanks, a million! MRS. LORRAINE PAZICKY A 'to. Business Manager ANN SHAFER Vice President WILLIAM HOWARD Treasurer BARBARA DAVIS Secretary CAROL BURR Assistant Business Manager NANCY Mac CLOUD President THEODORE SCHLOESSER ANNA MAE ANDREWS Anna is always gay and friendly . . . She likes boys, col- lecting records, food, clothes, and baseball . . . Conceited people displease her . . . After graduation, Anna will work as a clerical-typist at Fort Mon- mouth. Chorus II. RICHARD CARL ACKERMAN Rich, good-looking and well- liked, spends much of his time driving his ''crazy green Ford . . . He can also be seen on the river where he likes sailing, ice- skating, and fishing . . . Rich loves Rock 'n Roll , but aw shucks , he doesn't like home- work ... He plans to study en- gineering. Science Club I; Choir I, II, III, IV; Class Play IV. IRENE BEATRICE ABBEY Peanut has a happy smile and warm personality . . . She enjoys clothes, parties, and col- lecting Joni James' records . . . She was a hard-woixing mem- ber of the athletic field refresh- ment stand crew . . . Irene plans to become a secretary or a beautician. Class Play IV; Knitting Club II. MARGIE ANN ANTONIDES Margie's likes include any- thing having to do with horses and art ... A member of the National Honor Society, she also is the secretary of the Secretarial Club . . . Usually seen in a '56 DeSoto, Margie has future plans which include training horses or t: aveling. G.R.C. I; Student Council III; Gym Leaders Club III. MARY FRANCES APPLEGATE A vivacious personality is the secret of Mary's success and popularity . . . Secretary of the Honor Society, a member of the majorette corp, and the Log Staff top her list of many activ- ities . . . She was also secretary of her class for three years . . . Mary plans to be an English teacher. G.R.C. I, .11; Yearbook III, IV; Class Play IV; Student Council II, III, IV; Spanish Club IV; Spanish Dance Club II, III; Majorettes I, II, III, IV; Hall Patrol II, III, IV. 18 EDWARD CHARLES APY Ed, a versatile and popular fellow, is a top man on our gridiron squad . . . His heart lies in Rumson, and his special likes include hockey, ice-boating, and ice skating ... Ed plans to travel to California and work in the stock exchange. Baseball I, II; Footbal I, II, III, IV; Glee Club I, II; Choir I, II; Hockey I, II, III. KATHRYNE ELIZABETH BAUCHSPIES Kathie, a newcomer to Red Bank, is well-liked by all . . . She is a member of the National Honor Society and secretary of the Creative Writing Club . . . Kathie is especially fond of ice cream, riding, and knitting . . . The future will find her teaching mathematics. Yearbook III, IV; Creative Writing Club IV; French Club IV; National Honor Society III, IV. FLORA LORETTA BINACO Flo, famous for her long black hair, enjoys dances, par- ties, and Rock 'n Roll music . . . She danced as one of the Seventeeners in the Sen- ior Variety Show . . . Flo, often seen with a certain dark-haired fellow, plans to be a recep- tionist. Class Play IV; Executive Board I; Dramatics Club II, III, IV. ROBERT AUGUSTUS BENNETT Tall, dark, and handsome. Bob is sports-minded ... He likes dancing and going out with a special girl ... In the future Bob plans to become an employee of the Telephone Com- pany. Basketball I. ROBERT MICHAEL BERGIN Bob, .a tall brunette, came from R.B.C.H. this year . . . He put on a fine performance sing- ing in the Tee Vee Tune Up . . . From his collection of Rhythm and Blues records, Rock Around the Clock is tops . . . He is destined to become a sales- man. Class Play I, II, III, IV; Glee Club I, II, III; Dramatics Club I, II, III. 19 MARGARET LOUISE BUBLIN Pert, energetic Bubbles'' can be seen at all the football and basketball games as head cheerleader . . . Since she likes boating, she can usually be seen racing in her runabout . . . President of the Future Nurses Club, she plans to enter a school of nursing. G. R. C. I; Class Play III, IV; Chorus I, II, III; Science Club I; Gym Leaders Club III; Student Council II, III; Cheer- ing II, III, IV; Choralettes I, II; Future Nurses Club III, IV. NANCY LEE BORDEN Nancy, full of fun and always enjoying a good time, is a mem- ber of the National Honor So- ciety . . .She finds extra enjoy- ment in riding her own horse, spending time on the river, and eating fried chicken . . . She is usually seen with Annette or Margie . . . Nancy plans to be a good secretary. Hall Patrol II; G.R.C. I, II; Gym Leaders Club II. WILMA EDITH BLAKE Willie's special talent is draw- ing . . . She is usually found at home or at the movies . . . Music by Bill Haley and his Comets rates high on the list of her favorites . . . Her current hit song is Only You by the Plat- ters. G.R.C. I, II, III, IV; Art Club II; Chorus II, III. DOROTHY JEAN BRINK Dottie is remembered for her part in the Junior Play as the pretty bride . . . She has re- ceived the Girl's Citizenship Award . . . Her list of favorites is topped by dancing, clothes, and twirling her baton . . . Dottie plans to progress in her present job after graduation. G.R.C. I, II; Class Play III, IV; Execu- tive Board III; Hall Patrol III; Majorettes II, III, IV. VICTORIA BOULIN Vickie, friendly and lots of fun, finds pleasure in all water sports and horseback-riding . . . Her greatest peeve is teachers who won't let you go when the bell rings . . . Vickie is going to college. Basketball I, III; Choir III, IV. 20 DOUGLAS WALTER BURKHARDT Burk always has a smile and an answer, and everyone is familiar with his favorite say- ing, Can that! ... He is usually seen at all the sports events with the boys . . . Burk is very talented with a paint- brush ... He plans to enter the Marines. Football I, II. CAROL L. BURR Her favorite expression, That's a gem! , fits Carol nicely . . . Being Secretary of the class and serving on the Executive Board have kept Carol quite busy, but there's always time to be with the girls . . . She will enter Mercer Hospital's School of Nursing in Trenton. G.R.C. I, II, III, IV; Class Play IV; Hall Patrol I, II, III; Student Council I; Knitting Club I; Chorus II; Dramatics Club III; Future Nurses Club IV. IRENE N. CAREN What! Pizza Pie? Let's have one , says Irene ... Ice skating and swimming are her favorite sports . . . One of Iko's pet peeves is people who act before they think . . . We know she is headed for a college nursing course. G.R.C. II, Class Play IV; Chorus I; Knitting Club I. JEANETTE E. CALANDRIELLO Jan , friendly and well-liked should be commended for her part in Tee Vee Tune Up . . . A great lover of sports, she en- joys horseback-riding and being with Sheila . . . Although future plans are undecided, she is con- sidering a career as a typist. Class Play IV; Band II, III, IV; G.R.C. I, II, III; Hockey IV. VINCENT CANNELLA Vince is very famous for his talent of strumming his guita and singing hill-billy songs . . . He is also an amateur painter . . . His motto Be sure you're right, then go ahead shows he has a mind with determination . . . Vince plans to enter the Army. Class Play IV. 21 MARJORIE LOUISE CARTER Margie is a friendly, but silent member of our class . . . Letters is a key word in her vocabulary . . . Among her many likes are tomato pies and roller skating . . . She serves as an active member of the class executive board . . . Margie plans to continue her work ex- perience. GEORGE ROSS CARTER Girls and the song, Moon- light and Roses , rate high on George's list of likes . . . Usually seen under the hood of the nearest car, he thinks it would be darn fun to hop it up . . . In the future he plans to join the Air Force. Class Play IV; Football I, II; Track I. ELIZABETH LOUISE CARLTON Personality plus, Bette-Lou is well-liked . . . She is a member of the Log staff and playing the baritone in the band is her special talent . . . Say, guess what? , she plans to major in elementary education in college. Yearbook III, IV; Class Play IV; Ex- ecutive Board III; Dramatics Club III; Sports Board IV; Future Teachers Club IV; Band I, II, III, IV. BENNETT CARLISLE Ben, serious, but well-liked by everyone, enjoys ice - skating, tennis, and building model air- planes . . . His favorite song is Deep Purple . . . Ben is a member of the Camera Club and Visual Aids Club . . . Future plans involve the U. S. Air Force. Camera Club IV; Visual Aids Club IV. RONALD T. CATELLI Cat , good-natured and easy to get along with, has a yen for food, parties, and pretty girls . . . He is usually seen at Jerry's with the boys . . . Cat plans to enter college and then make his career in the Navy. Baseball II, III; Football I. 22 CARMELA ELIZABETH CIAGLIA It seems everyone is attracted to Chic's red hair and spark- ling personality, especially the boy next door . . . She has always been active in class activities and is now co-editor of the Log and a cheerleader . . . Chic has plans for a nursing career. G.R.C. I; Hall Duty III, IV; Future Nurses Club I, II, III; Glee Club I, II; Choir II, III; Student Council II, III; Cheer- leader II, III, IV; Choralettes I, II;; Class Play II, III, IV; Class Officer III, IV; Year- book I, III, IV. SYLVIA CLAUSEN Possessing a sparkling person- ality and a gleam in her eye, Sylvia can be found by her mail- box waiting for those letters . . . She is particularly fond of music, dancing, and pizza pie . . . Her plans include becoming a re- ceptionist. Student Council I, II; Knitting Club I; Future Nurses Club III; Hall Patrol III; Executive Board IV. FRED G. COLMORGEN JR. Fred must have the cleanest car in Little Silver, because his hobby is washing his car ... He doesn't especially like waiting for people who are forever late . . . Fred is simply wild over Glen Miller records ... He hopes to continue in the banking bus- iness. Distributive Education IV. LOIS ANN COMPTON Lois' selling ability has made her very famous ... A talented singer, she is a member of the Choralettes and the choir . . . She was also co-director of the Tee Vee Tune Up and activity editor of the Log . . . Lois plans to become a teacher. G.R.C. II; Class Play IV; Future Teach- ers Club IV; Hall Patrol IV; Choir I, II, III, IV; Gym Leaders Club III; Choral- ettes III, IV; Spanish Dance Club III; Science Club I; Junior Ensemble I, II; Yearbook III, IV. ROBERT ELSTON COMBS Bob likes having a good time and is usually found in thp midst of it ... He is noted for his good looks ... He has a special talent for getting in and out of trouble . . . Bob plans to become a veterinarian. Basketball I; Tennis Club I; Class Play IV. 23 SALLY ANN COX Sal can be recognized by her very curly locks . . . She enjoys collecting pictures, writ- ing letters, and skating at the Shore Roller Drome . . . Sal plans to attend modeling and business school and later be- come a bookkeeper. G.R.C. I, III; Buccaneer III; Class Play III; Teenettes III. PATRICIA ELLEN COVICI Pat's attractive personality and winning smile is especially noticeable when she is twirling her baton . . . She is usually found writing to a certain some- one in Virginia or in the Log Room as the literary editor . . . Pat is looking forward to college. G.R.C. I; Yearbook III, IV; Class Play IV; Science Club I; French Club II; Knit- ting Club I; Spanish Dancing II; Major- ette Club I, II, III, IV. LOIS ANN COTTEN Quiet and sincere, Lois is a good friend to have ... A sports woman at heart, she enjoys horseback riding, ice skating, and basketball . . . Being the copy editor for the Log and member of the National Honor Society keep her on the go . . . She plans to become an ele- mentary teacher. Yearbook III, IV; Latin Club II; Gym Leaders Club III; Puzzle Club I; Chorus I; Future Teachers Club IV; G.R.C. I, II, III. MARJORIE JOAN CUJE Noted for her unusually green eyes, Long Sam is in- terested in dancing and motor- cycles . . . She has no time for conceited people . . . Margie likes parties, dancing, food, and new cars . . . She is a high-step- ping majorette . . . Her plans are to become a policewoman. G.R.C. I, II, III; Class Play IV; Knitting Club I; Chorus III; Majorette IV; Auto Mechanics IV; Gym Leader IV; Baton Club I, II. LIDIA CZORNIAK Lidia is a great little girl to be with . . . She loves to relax at home and watch television or read a good book . . . Lidia has a special talent for dancing which was demonstrated in Tee Vee Tune Up . . . The future will find her studying to become an interpreter. Dramatics Club III; Glee Club II; Latin Club I, II; Chorus III, IV; Kintting Club I; Science Club I; Class Play IV; Student Council II, III; Public Speaking IV; Span- ish IV. 24 VERA D'AGOSTINO Full of life, Vera was one of our high-stepping majorettes . . . Rock 'n Roll7 music is just what she craves for dancing . . . Vera and the gang can usually be found at Jerry's . . . Her future is undecided. G.R.C. I; Buccaneer I; Class Play III, IV; Student Council I; Dramatic Club III; Chorus III; Science Club I. BARBARA JOAN DAVIS Barbara, a neat, sweet gal, is well-liked by everyone . . . Her special activities have been on the handbook staff, as class treasurer for three years, and on the Log . . . Also, to Barb's credit was a fine performance in the Tee Vee Tune Up . . . Future plans include a nursing career. G.R.C. I, II; Yearbook III, IV; Class Play IV; Handbook III; Class Officer II, III, IV; Hall Patrol IV; Dramatics Club III; Spanish Dance Club III; Chorus I, II, III; Gym Leaders Club III; Future Nurses Club III, IV; Science Club I; Executive Board II, III, IV. BENJAMIN MARTIN DRESSLER Known for his artistic ability, Ben also likes building model airplanes ... He sometimes can be found spotting airplanes at the Ground Observers Corps Post at Sea Bright . . . Future plans are not certain. Art Club II, IV; Camera Club III, IV; Visual Aids Club III, IV. GILBERT DAVIS Gilsteno thoroughly enjoys dancing, girls, collecting records of The Bruce and parties . . . He is usually seen with the gang . . . Gil's favorite saying is, Ain't nothing to me . . . His one pet peeve is snobbish girls . . .To become a barber are his future plans. Track I, II, III; Chorus I, II; Choir III, IV. HORTENSE DELORES DELK Hortense is well-known for her good nature and friendliness . . . She enjoys baseball, danc- ing, and collecting records . . . People who act catty thoroughly aggravate her . . . She is a member of the Girl's Recreation Club and chorus, and has no future plans as yef. G.R.C. II, III, IV; Chorus II; Class Play IV. 25 JOSEPH ELLISON Friendly to all and a neat dresser, Junie is a member of the Student Council ... He was a great asset to the football, basketball, and track teams, and was a member of the Shore Conference Band . . . After grad- uation, Joe plans to go to college. Basketball I, II, III, IV; Football I, II, III, IV, Student Council IV; Track I, II, III, IV. MARIANNA ELLIS Mackie's talent for playing the piano and organ have made her indispensable to the school . . . Her many favorites include music, sports, and dancing, and she is frequently found at the Colts Neck Reformed Church . . . Her plans include college. G.R.C. I, IV; Student Council I, II; Hall Patrol IV; Glee Club II, III, IV; Choral- ettes II, III, IV; Class Play IV; Choir II, III, IV. RUTH ANNE EDMOND Always gay and interested in a good time, Ruthie is usually seen in a black '51 Mercury . . . Her interests include swimming and pizza pie, and she favors good music . . . Her plans for the future include a secretarial job. G.R.C. I, II, III; Library Council I; Secretarial Club IV. JOAN ANN EPIFANO Usually seen riding around in her car, Ep loves buying clothes and listening to tony Bennett ... As for songs, she likes Because of You , and her special likes are dancing, swim- ming, and playing records . . . Joan plans to become a book- keeper in a bank. Student Council IV; Majorette Club I, ll. Chorus III; Secretarial Club IV. JAMES ANTHONY ESPOSITO Sports, dancing, and parties are Espo's favorite pastimes . . . Jerry's is the place to find him, watching for that cute little girl . . . Looking into the future, Jim plans to join the Armed Forces. Dramatics Club III. 26 JOSEPH JOHN FALVO Known for those pretty blue eyes, Flip has a weakness for girls and loves to listen to the radio . . .He's usually seen at the Carlton Sweet Shop or playing pool at Freddie's . . . Good with a sales line, Joe plans to become a salesman. Baseball II, III; Basketball I, Football I, II, III. RAY FAVATA Husky Ray likes food, clothes, and music ... He has a special craving for money . . . Ray can usually be seen in Asbury Park with his friends . . . I'm Your's and Hold My Hand rank high on his personal hit parade . . . His future plans are uncertain just now. ARTHUR FITZPATRICK Fitz , who is very interested in photography, usually can be seen taking pictures or showing movies in all parts of the school . . . He gets very annoyed at people who copy . . . He plans to go to technical school to study electronics or photography. Class Play IV; Camera Club I, II, III, IV; Visual Aids Club I, II, III, IV. LOUIS ANTHONY FERRARO Lou, a new-comer from R. B. C. H., likes all girls but is par- tial to one with red hair . . . His famous saying, Hello, gor- geous may sometimes be heard echoing through the halls . . . Lou expects to become a carpen- ter. Photography Club I; Gun Club III. TANIA FILATOFF Tan, a hard worker with a pleasant smile, spends part of her time reading, dancing, and listening to good music . . . Autumn Leaves and Love Is A Many-Splendored Thing are her favorite songs . . . She is college- bound to study law. Drdmatics Club III; Knitting Club I; Latin Club II; Chorus II; Choir III, IV; Science Club I; Executive Board I, II, III, IV; Spanish Club IV; Public Speaking Club IV; Class Play IV. 27 JEAN GLOVER No name could better fit her than Dimples . . . She is usually found on the scene with her one and only . . . Jean en- joys records, tennis, and being with down-to-earth people . . . She was class captain in gym . . . Her great ambition is to be a model. G.R.C. II; Class Play IV; Chorus II; Auto Mechanics III; Secretarial Club IV; Gym Leaders Club IV; Executive Board IV. JOYCE M. GILMORE Joyce is lots of fun to have around . . . Since movies are among her favorite pastimes, she can often be seen there . . . Keep the Candle Burning is her favorite song . . . Excellent in the sciences, she intends to enter the medical profession. Art Club II, G.R.C. I, II, III, IV; Chorus II; Auto Mechanics Club III; Gym Leaders Club III; Student Handbook III. ROBERT JOSEPH GILBERT One of our outstanding mem- bers of the band, Gil's special talent is playing the baritone horn . . . His likes include girls, food, and sleep ... He is usually found waiting in front of Red Bank Catholic with Steve . . . Looking ahead, he plans to study engineering. Class Play III, IV; Student Council II, III; Science Club I; Chess Club III; Execu- tive Board IV; Band II, III, IV; Chorus II; Choir III, IV; Puzzle Club I. MARTHA W. GRAVES Suzy , with that special tal- ent for drawing, is the art ed- itor of the Log . . . Her love for horses explains why she likes to ride and to draw them . . .A career as an art teacher is a natural for Suzy. G.R.C. I, II; Secretarial Club III; Art Club I, II, III; Gym Leaders Club I, II, III; Knitting Club II; Yearbook IV. JOHN NELSON GRAY Jack is an active member of the Student Council ... He can usually be seen riding around in his snazzy '47 Ford ... He also enjoys working with cars and making models of them . . . His future plans include the U. S. Navy. Student Council I, II, III, IV. 28 CARMENA MARY GRECO Carmena, alias Dimples , loves tomato pies, dancing, and talking . . . Her special talent is singing . . . She serves as an alternate on the Student Council . . . She collects different hair styles which indicate her interest, a career as a beautician. Student Council IV; Dramatics Club III; Choir III; Knitting Club III; Gym Leaders Club II; Youth Wants to Know IV; Dis- tributive Education IV. ROBERT H. GRUDIN The editor of our Buccaneer, Bob is a favorite with all . . . He is noted for his ability to do history projects in one night . . . Fond of poetry, Bob plans to attend Fordham or Harvard and then become a writer. Tennis Club I, II, III; Buccaneer I, II, III, IV; Class Play III; Creative Writing I, II, III, IV; Latin Club II; Puzzle Club I. GERALD PHILIP HARNEY Laughter is the keynote of Jerry's personality ... He is noted for his interest in cars and engines . . . Jerry was a great help to the class at the refresh- ment stand during football sea- son and active behind the scenes in the Tee Vee Tune Up . . . He plans to enter the Navy. Basketball I, II; Science Club I. STEPHEN CHRISTOPHER GUZY Steve is an avid fan of angel food cake and lots of good cooking . . . An active partici- pant in class activities, he was seen in Tee Vee Tune Up and is a member of the Log staff . . . He is deciding between a career as an engineer or architect. Yearbook III, IV; Class Play IV; Latin Club II; Science Club I; Chess Club III; Spanish Club IV; Puzzle Club I. NEIL GORDON HALVORSEN Gordie , as he is known to Mr. Olshan, is a very good- natured guy . . His main dislike is the lock on his locker ... He is constantly heard saying scop- e-dop . . . Only You and Black Denim Trousers are his juke box choices . . . Gordon expects to join the Army. 29 JANE ELLEN HARVEY Likeable Janie is a talented seamstress and is always will- ing to lend a helping hand . . . She enjoys sailing, the Navy, cruises, and Chinese food . . . co-literary editor of the Log staff, she is usually seen in the Log Room . . . Jane plans to become a home economics teacher. Yearbook III, IV; Chorus I, II; Knitting Club I; G.R.C. I; Handbook III; Dramatics Club III. HELEN HEBRON One of the smallest members of our class, Peanut makes it her hobby to collect records . . . She likes to dance and is usually found where the crowd is . . . Her plans for the future include attending a business school. G.R.C. IV; Gym Leader III. FREDERICK ANDREW HARRISON JR. Hunting and fishing are Fred's best-liked pastimes . . . Auto mechanics is his specialty . . . As for women drivers, we won't go into details! . . . After graduation, Fred plans to join the Army. BETTY ANNE HARRIS One of our beloved class clowns, Harris enjoys having good times ... A member of the Girl's Recreation Club, she finds pleasure in playing hockey . . . Betty Anne also finds time to listen to choice records . . . Looking ahead, we see Betty as a beautician. G.R.C. Ill, IV; Girl's Gym Leaders IV. CLAUDIA JANE HOFFNER Chawn , known for her abil- ity to dance well, loves Rock 'n Roll music, dances, and parties . . . She can be found around the Carlton Sweet Shop with Patsy and the gang . . . She would like to become a dancer or model. Chorus I, II, III, IV; Gym Leaders Club III; Class Play IV; Dramatics Club III; IV. 30 MARJORIE ANNE HOPWOOD Margie is well-liked for her happy-go-lucky disposition and smile . . . She is often seen wherever the gang is . . . One of the Seventeeners in our Tee Vee Tune Up , Margie plans to become a bookkeeper. G.R.C. I; Class Play IV; Majorette Club I, II; Executive Board II; Chorus III. WILLIAM L. HOWARD Bill loves to have good times and has a knack for mischief . . . He is vice-president of the class and co-captain of our foot- ball team . . . Bill wants to play college football and have a career in the United States Mari- time Service. Baseball I; Football I, II, III, IV; Class Play III; Class Office III, IV; Latin Club II; Dramatics Club III. LEOTA LOLA HUDSON We know what you mean when you say your pet peeve is homework . . . Lee's special likes include skating, playing hockey, dancing, and the song, The Door Is Still Open to My Heart . . . She hopes to enter a school of nursing. G.R.C. I, II, III, IV; Class Play IV; Student Council I; Dramatic Club II, III; Choir III, IV; Chorus I, II. JOSEPH LOUIS HUGHES No fooling , Joe's favorite hobby is drawing . . . Food, music, and basketball are also included in his list of favorites, but, those conceited people , and let's not go any further . . . Looking ahead, college or a business school is in his plans. Track I, II; Chorus II. WILLIE ARNOLD HUDSON Little Willie was a big asset to the football team this yqar . . . He likes girls and he can usually be found surrounded by a group of them . . . Willie plans to major in retailing at New York University. Baseball I, II, III; Basketball I; Foot- ball I, II, III, IV; Student Council II; Chorus II; Camera Club III; Visual Aids Club II, III; Executive Board IV; Distri- butive Education Club IV. 31 HUGH BETHUNE JONES Hughie, Red Bank's own Jones Boy , is a great member of our cross country and track teams . . . Fishing, hunting, and photography are his favorites as opposed to women drivers and homework ... He plans to spend a year at Admiral Farra- gut Academy before entering college. Basketball I; Track I, II, III; Cross Country II, III, IV; Tennis I, II; Buccaneer I, II, III, IV; Photography I; Class Play III, IV; French Club III, Latin Club II. BARBARA PEGGY INGALLS Barb, known for her long, blond hair, loves excitement, especially at parties and football games . . . Skating and dancing are pastimes which she enjoys most . . . She's college bound and planning to be a secretary or doctor's receptionist. Executive Board I, II, III. JEROME DAVID KENNEDY Jerry is one of our class who is an expert when it comes to dogs; whether it is training or showing them ... He is usually seen riding around in his Buick . . . Well-liked, Jerry plans to enter the Air Force and then attend college. BARBARA MARION JIANNINE Bobbie, friendly and fun to be with, is one of our high- stepping majorettes . . . She loves to dance, play miniature golf, and spend time at Jerry's . . . Smile and Stardust are her favorites . . . She plans to become a secretary. G.R.C. I, II, III; Student Council IV; Knitting Club I; Majorettes IV; Bowling Club I, II; Secretarial Club IV; Gym Leaders Club III; Dramatics Club III. ROLAND MARSHALL IRONS Hunting and fishing automati- cally go with Roll's special likes . . . After making a mis- take, which he claims is his special talent, he says that he is going to Die . . . Joining the Navy is his plan after high school. Science Club I. 32 BARRY RICHARD KETANER Ket can be seen anywhere in Monmouth County driving a blue '51 Chevy . . . Hunting is his hobby, but he's also inter- ested in the fairer sex . . . Girls who wear high-heeled shoes are his pet peeve ... He plans to join the Navy. BRIAN KING Brian, one of our lettermen in football, is a member of the National Honor Society, and he represented Red Bank at Boy's State Session ... He is vice- president of the Public Speaking Club, and plays trombone in the band . . . Brian is college-bound to become a doctor. Football I, II. Ill, IV; Basketball I; Track IV; Class Play III; Executive Board IV; Class Officer II; Student Council III. ROBERT FRANK LE MAY Always gay and interested in a good time, Gus can be found wherever fun is brewing ... He enjoys girls, baseball, and hunt- ing . . . His favorite expression is, How about that . . . Bob would like to be a carpenter. Baseball III, IV. JAMES ANDREW KIRK Jimmie, a great guy with a wonderful personality, sang in the boy's chorus in the Variety Show . . . His favorite, Autumn Leaves , goes nicely with his specialty, hunting . . . Baseball rates next . . . He would like the future to find him farming and hunting. Baseball I, II, III, IV; Basketball I; Class Play IV; Student Council IV. PAULINE ELIZABETH LAMBERSON You can find Pauline where- ever there is fun to be had . . . Shortie is fond of hamburgers with pickles, and potato chips . . . She is often found in the Ripplewood with Mary . . .Paul- ine plans to attend beautician school. Gym Leaders Club III; Distributive Ed- ucation IV. 33 GEORGE LIMBERES Here's a great guy we're glad to have around any day . . . Football, parties, pretty girls, and being at the Carlton Sweet Shop with the syndicate are his various enjoyments in life . . . The Army and college are his goals. Basketball I; Football I, II, III, IV; Chorus II, III. ROBERT EDWIN LIEBENOW This tall blonde, with a ready smile for everyone, is a friend to all ... A varsity member of the football team, Shep pre- fers hunting and Star Dust , but dislikes Gold Diggers . . . You could have fooled me , is his usual expression . . . Bob, who is college bound, plans to join the Navy afterwards. Basketball I, II, IV; Class Play III, IV, Bowling Club I, II, III, IV. WILLIAM LEMON Ever-popular Bill is President of our Student Council, and also Vice-President of the Monmouth County Association of High School Student Councils . . . Rock 'n Roll and riding around in his great convertible are Bill's favorites ... He aims to major in conservation in college. Baseball I, IV; Basketball I; Class Play IV; Student Council I, II, III, IV; Execu- tive Board II; Chorus II. ROBERTA ANNE LITTRELL Bobbie , one of Roberta's many nicknarhes, loves clothes, crazy music, and money ... A talented dancer, she was seen in Tee Vee Tune Up . . . She plans to go to business school and become a secretary or re- ceptionist. Class Play IV; Student Council III; Tennis Club I. ANNETTE MARIE LOMBARDI Usually with Nancy and Mar- gie, Ann likes to sit behind the wheel and drive, while listening to a baseball game . . . If I Give My Heart to You , sung by Doris Day is tops with her . . . Secretarial work after high school is Annette's plan. Auto Repair III; Secretarial Club IV; Gym Leaders Club IV; School Bank III. 34 JOSEPH FRANK LONGO Good-looking Joe is noted for his curly hair ... He can be seen at Jerry's dropping coins in the juke box for Moments to Remember and Black Denim Trousers . . . Joe likes to collect and read sports books ... He will go to college. Baseball II; Basketball I, II; Camera Club II. DOMINICK ANTHONY MAZZA Don, who is a great all- around guy, participated in foot- ball, basketball, and was the captain of the golf team ... His special talent is making that point . . . College and becom- ing a golf pro are Don's aims for the future. Baseball I; Basketball I, II, |||; Foot- ball I, IV; Student Council II, |V; Ping Pong Club I; Golf Club I, II, III, IV; Rifle Club I; Bowling Club II MARGRETTE DELORES MADDUX Known for her pretty blonde hair, Dee is seen usually at The Caramel Sweet Shoppe . . . An extra large pizza pie is Dee's specialty . . . Autumn Leaves and Love and Mar- riage will get her vote on the Hit Parade . . . She is college- bound. G.R.C. I, Yearbook III, IV; Chorus I; Bowling Club II, III; Choir III; Color Guard III, IV; French Club I, II; Puzzle Club I; Dramatics Club III; Class Play IV. MARY A. MANCINO Mary likes a good time, to- mato pies, potato chips, and boys, but she is allergic to cbtty girls . . . We often see her at the Ripplewood Coffee Shop with Pauline ... A member of the Secretarial Club, Mary is to become a secretary. Chorus Club 1; Secretarial Club IV. NANCY MacCLOUD Nancy, alias Nannie, is noted for her good sense of humor and artistic ability . . . This year she is the Assistant Business Manager, but she al- ways has been an active mem- ber of our class . . . Dancing, sleeping, and laughing are her favorites . . . Nancy would like to go to art school. Buccaneer I; Art Club I; Distributive Education Club IV; G.R.C. I, II, III. 35 ANNE-HEATHER McPHEE Popping with personality, Anne is one of our musically- minded students . . . She is a member of the New Jersey All- State Chorus and the Choralettes . . . Anne loves to drive around in her station wagon with all her friends . , . She will study music in college. G.R.C. Ill, IV; Class Play IV; Buccaneer I, II; Student Council II; Chorus II; Choir III, IV; Choralettes III, IV. ROBERT FRANCIS McGUIRE Peewee , who's found a- round Colts Neck, can usually find time for hunting, fishing, or a little baseball . . . ''Seven- teen and Flat Top are on top of his list of hit songs . . . Bob is going to college to study to be an architectural draftsman. Baseball II. LILLIAN SARAH McDONALD Lillian, one of the solo singers in Tee Vee Tune Up , enjoys dancing and good records . . . Tony Bennett's Too Young rates tops with her . . . Watch that innocent Who me? when she goofs . . . She hopes to be a future typist at Fort Mon- mouth. G.R.C. I; Hall Patrol III, IV; Choir III. IV; Future Nurses Club III; Class Play IV. MICHAEL DAVID MORRIS Don't let Mike's quiet man- ner fool you; it's really a cover- up for a keen sense of humor and imagination ... He made a great contribution to the Buc as associate editor ... He is thinking about a career in chem- ical engineering. Buccaneer I, ||, III, IV; Latin Club II. BRUCE MILLER MURRAY When not wrapped up in prac- tice for football or track, Murph is found with a certain little blonde . . . His good nature and quick sense of humor make him many friends . . . Gum Drop and photography are among his many likes . . . His plans include college. Football I, II, III, IV; Class Play IV; Camera Club I, II, III, IV. 36 JOAN E. NEUSCHAEFER Neuch likes those converti- bles, especially when she is rid- ing in one . . . Her special talent is cutting up . . . Collecting rec- ords, particularly those of Tony Curtis, is her hobby . . . She is lots of fun to have around and plans to become a nurse. G.R.C. I, II, III, IV; Class Play IV; Student Council II; Game Club III; Chorus II; Dramatics Club III; Science Club I. CAROLE ANN NEWMAN Usually seen riding around with a certain person or roller skating, she also loves to dance and sing . . . Those short lunch periods are on her list of dis- likes . . . The future may find Carole doing clerical or secretar- ial work. G.R.C. I, II, III, IV. MARTHA ELIZABETH OAKERSON Marty's sparkling personality has made her well-known in Red Bank High . . . Her wonder- ful talent for art and designing won her the position of costume designer for Tee Vee Tune Up . . . Football season found her head majorette . . . Marty sees an art career in the future. G.R.C. I, II; Buccaneer III; Class Play IV; Majorettes II, III, IV. PRISCILLA ANNE NIELSON Cilia , a member of the Na- tional Honor Society, is also the business manager of the Bucca- neer . . . She can't resist French fries or Frank Sinatra's singing, but her pet peeve is getting up early in the morning . . . Cilia plans to attend college and train for teaching. Buccaneer II, III, IV; Puzzle Club I; Knitting Club I; Latin Club II; French Club III; National Honor Society IV. JOYCE WOOD NILSON This sweet miss is known by all as the editor of the Log . . . Vice President of the National Honor Society, Joyce's motto is ' Never give up ... Ice skating, sailing, and swimming are her favorites . . . She is bound for college to become a medical mis- sionary. Yearbook III, IV; Chorus I, II; Choir III, IV; Puzzle Club I; Latin Club II. 37 WESLEY ALBERT PATTERSON Another one of the tall boys in our class, Wes finds pleasure in driving around and listening to good music . . . His hob- bies include astronomy, writing, chess, and stamps . . . Entering college and majoring in some field of science are Wes' future plans. Baseball II; Basketball I, II, IV; Camera Club I, Chess Club II, III, Math Club I; French Club II; Creative Writing Club IV. LOUISE MADALYNN PAVAO Talkative Pigeon loves to have a good time with a special someone and the gang . . . Oh yea! , dancing and swimming hit the jackpot with her likes . . . She plans to enter Monmouth Junior College to study business administration. G.R.C. I, II, III, IV; Class Play IV; Chorus I, II, III; Bank Club II; Cheer- leaders II, III; Science Club I; Dramatics Club III; Gym Leaders Club III. ROBERT ALLEN PATTERSON Bob, towering over our class, is a natural for basketball . . . His special interests include hunting, fishing, and cars . . . Bob can be seen riding around in his car with his pals. Bob and Roland, between band and bas- ketball practices ... He is going to college, later to become an architect. Basketball 1, II, III, IV; Track I, II, III, IV; Band I, II, III, IV. CHARLES HERBERT PARKELL JR. Known for that blazing red hair, Chuck is usually seen rattling around in his great Model A with anyone who's will- ing to hop in . . . His special talent is getting things done the last minute . . . He's college bound and hoping to retire as a billionaire. Football I; Buccaneer IV; Class Play III, IV; Science Club I; Bowling Club II; Golf Club III. MARY ANN PELUSO Mary Ann can usually be found riding around in a green Ford with a certain person . . . Her special likes include ice skat- ing and driving . . . Music, danc- ing, and playing records rate first on her list of specialties. Basketball I, II; Auto Mechanics Club III, IV. 38 ALAN PETERSON Alan is a great all-around guy with a wonderful person- ality . . . His performance in the Junior Play and Tee Vee Tune Up prove that his talents are many and exceptional ... He has been manager of the basket- ball team for two years . . . Alan plans to go to college and major in dramatics. Basketball II, III; Buccaneer I, II; Class Play III, IV; French Club II, III; Bowling Club I, II; Dramatic Club III. ROBERT BRUCE PHILLIPS Although one of our class cut- ups, Bruce is nevertheless well- liked ... He enjoys playing football, but he found washing his uniform was quite an ordeal . . . Bruce will take up business administration in college. Baseball II, IV; Football I, II, III, IV; Class Play IV; Student Council III, IV; Science Club I; Choir III, IV; Chorus I, II. RONALD REEVES Ronnie, with that cool hairdo, likes cars and girls, but he dislikes authority . . . His favorite songs are The Great Pretender and No Arms . . . As for his future plans, he has none, as yet. JANET KAY PREDMORE Sweet and friendly, Kay is a member of the National Honor Society . . . Playing the piano and bells are among her favor- ite activities . . . Kay can usually be seen in the Buc room where she does a good job as copy editor . . . She is headed for a teaching career. G.R.C. I; Buccaneer 11, III, IV; Class Play IV; Student Council II; Knitting Club I; Science Club I; Latin Club II; Chorus II; Band III, IV. VERA ANNETTE REED Barney is well-liked for her happy-go-lucky disposition and ready smile . . . She can be found wherever there's a lot going on . . . Her favorites are parties, records, and boys . . . Her impersonation of Pearl Bailey was a brightlight of Tee Vee Tune Up . . . Vera would like to become a beautician. Class Play IV. 39 HELENE SANDRA RITTERMAN Helene, the girl with those beautiful eyes, enjoys collecting stuffed animals . . . Cheerful Helene always has a smile no matter how busy she is . . . She likes food, clothes, and pajama parties . . . She plans to go into teaching. G.R.C. I; Yearbook III, IV; Bowling Club II, III; French Club II, III; Dramatics Club III; Swimming Club III; Class Play III. CAROL ANN REYNOLDS Always seen with a smile and known for that long brown hair, Carol likes to create excitement every chance she gets . . . She was elected President of the Girl's Auto Mechanics Club . . . Looking ahead, Carol sees her- self as a telephone operator. Auto Mechanics Club IV. BERTHA REEVEY Usually seen around town with her friends, Tiny enjoys friendly people . . . Drawing, dancing, and ice skating are her favorite pastimes . . . When something goes wrong you can hear her exclaim Nuts . . . Her plans for the future include be- coming a model. LEON PAUL ROBERTS Chino , a wonderful guy with a terrific sense of rhythm, is extremely talented when it comes to art . . . His pet peeve is getting up for school, and among his many likes are girjs, girls, and more girls ... He plans on going into the Army. LESLIE ANNE ROGERS Les is a sweet girl who is very easy to get along with . . . When asked to go square danc- ing, her usual reply is okey dokey . . . Looking into the future Les plans to go into modeling or interior decorating. Class Play IV. 40 LAWRENCE ALAN ROSEN Larry is a good-natured, fun- loving guy ... In the spring he can usually be found on the baseball diamond ... He shies away from girls who talk too much, but he likes them in spite of it . . . Larry is planning to go to college. Baseball I, II, III; Basketball I, II, III. VINCENT JAMES ROSSI Vince finds time to shoot some pool at Freddy's or get something to eat at Jerry's with the gang . . . There's noth- ing that he likes better than Italian food, sleeping, clothes, and girls . . . After high school, Vince plans to join the Navy. Football I; Dramatics Club III. HARRY SANDELBURN Building aircraft models is Harry's hobby . . . This year he has been active in the Public Speaking Club ... In the future we may see him buzzing around in an airplane because he plans to become an engineering test pilot. Baseball IV; Science Club I; Chess Club II; French Club II; Public Speaking Club III, IV. PATRICIA J. RUGG A lively and fun-loving na- ture, plus the assets of good looks have helped Pat along the road to popularity . . . Known for her twirling ability, she is a member of the majorette corps . . . After her graduation she will enter nurse's training. Science Club I; Majorettes I, II, III, IV; Future Nurses Club IV. ROBERT ROLAND RUGG Bob is known for his great interest in cars . . . His pet peeve, homework, and his favorite pas- time, loafing, go together vefy well ... He can usually be seen with Joe . . . His plans call for an Air Force career. 41 LOUIS E. SCHNEIDER An outdoor man is a good adjective to describe Lou who loves hunting and fishing . . . His other likes are food, cars, and pretty girls . . . Lou plans to be either a veterinarian, game warden, or airplane pilot. Football II, Buccaneer II; Chess Club III; Spanish Club IV; Class Play IV. DOROTHY ANN SCHMIDT Dee Dee , full of fun and well-liked by all, enjoys knitting ski sweaters for those Co-o-old winters . . . The Dodgers and Rock 'n Roll music rate high with her . . . Majoring in art at college and then going into fashion designing are future plans. G.R.C. I, II; Yearbook III, IV; Buccaneer III; Class Play III, IV; French Club II, III; Future Teachers Club IV; Gym Lead- ers Club I, II; Dramatics Club III; Science Club I; Art Club II, III, IV. THEODORE SCHLOESSER Teddy, well-liked by every- one, can be seen inhabiting the athletic field where he is the star attraction during track sea- son . . . President of his class for three years, he also has the honor of being student Rotarian . . . Teddy wants to become a physical education or math teacher. Basketball I; Football I, IV; Track I, II, III, IV; Cross Country II, III; Class Office I, II, III, IV. CARL SCHWENKER III Schwenk , one of our foot- ball' stars, is also an old salt when it comes to sailing . . . This is proved by the title, New Jersey Junior Sailing Champion . . . He is well-liked, good-look- ing, and the possessor of a great personality . . . Carl is bound for college to major in dentistry or engineering. Basketball I, II, III, IV; Student Coun- cil I, IV; Track IV; Football I, II, III, IV; Band I, II, III. DELORES ADELLE SCOTT Dee , a participant in school activities, was a co-director of the Senior Show, a color guard, and a member of the Student Council . . . She likes lots of food and a good time . . . Dee plans to become a secretary. Class Play III, IV; Student Council II, III; Chorus I, II; Choir III. 42 DOROTHY ELIZABETH SCOTT Dottie is an expert when it comes to horses . . . They mon- opolize her hobbies, special likes, and her special talent . . . If anything goes wrong she puts it aside with That's the way it goes . . . She is destined to be a telephone operator. Basketball I, Chorus I, II; Distributive Education Club IV. JEANETTE I. SCOTT Jay's , ability to get in all sorts of mischief proves that she likes to have a good time . . . She can usually be seen riding around in a black Mer- cury and she likes dancing, singing, and good home cook- ing . . . Jay plans to become a secretary. G.R.C. I, II, III, IV; Chorus I, II; Library Council I, II, III; Choir III,IV. LUCILLE STEPHANI SHELLY Lu's wonderful sense of humor and talent for imitating people make her the life of any party . . . Everyone recognized her singing ability when she sang in the Variety Show . . . Her hobby is collecting cute stuffed animals . . . Lu plans to enter the retailing business. Student Council IV; Distributive Educa- tion Club IV. ANN CAROLYN SHAFER Ann, a cute little blond, is friendly to everyone . . . This year she served as a color guard, business manager of the class, and treasurer of the Sec- retarial Club . . . Among her special likes are dancing, horse- back riding and knitting . . . Ann would like to major in ac- counting at junior college. G.R.C. I; Swimming Club III; Knitting Club I; Executive Board III, IV; Art Club I, II, III; Class Play IV. EDWARD JOSEPH SHEA JR. A sportsman at heart, Eddie roots for the Yankees, was Red Bank's football manager, and was a member of the Student' Council . . . Rock Around the Clock and Sincerely are his favorite songs . . . Eddie plans to join the Army and later go to college. Baseball I, II, III, IV; Basketball I, IV; Football I, II, III, IV; Student Council IV. 43 SUSAN GERTRUDE SHERMAN Sue, a great all-around gal, was a majorette, prompter of the Junior Play, and is copy editor of the Log . . . Kitten on the Keys , she loves to play the piano, and knitting, driving, and eating are her special likes . . . She plans a nursing career specializing in either pediatrics or obstetrics. G.R.C. I, II, III; Knitting Club I; Year book III, IV; Hall Patrol IV; Class Play III, IV; Spanish Dance IV; Student Council III; Chorus I, If, III; Future Nurses Club III; Majorette I; II; Science Club I. OMAR GORDON SICKLES Here is a guy who is easy to get along with, and who is well- liked . . . O is an avid boat builder with an appetite for apple pie ... He might walk up to you and say Great Scott . . . A conscientious person, Omar plans to become an en- gineer. Student Council I; Spanish Club III, IV. JOSEPH SALVATORE SICILIANO Joe is a friendly, all-around guy who has a fondness for food and custom cars . . . His pet peeve is homework, and the song he likes best is Black Denim Trousers . . . Joe is head- ing for a career in the Armed Forces. Boseball I, II; Basketball I, II; Football I, II; Track I, II. BENNETT WALTER SHORT Ben has traveled widely but likes the East best ... He did a great job as Master of Cere- monies in our Senior Variety Show and has served on the Log staff . . . Ben enjoys and is especially good at singing and acting ... He plans to major in dramatics in college. Baseball II; Track II; Yearbook III, IV; Student Council II, Class Play IV. BARRY JOHN SHERWOOD This cute, easy-going guy is welcomed in any crowd . . . Among his many interests, Barry puts sports at the top, and can usually be seen with Joe or wherever the gang is found . . . One of his pet peeves is people who put on ... He plans to go to Lafayette College. Football I; French Club IV. 44 LOIS BEVERLY SIEGEL Friendly and intelligent, Lo is a swell person . . . She dis- plays her many talents as a member of the Log staff, and as a member of the All-State Chor- us .. . Her hobby is sketching animals and her favorite saying is What? ... In the future she plans to become a teacher. Buccaneer I; Class Play III, IV; Class Office II, III; Spanish Dancing II, III, IV; Chorus I, II; Choir III, IV; Choralettes III; All-State Chorus III, IV; Shore Con- BARBARA SHEILA SIEGLE Sheil , a cute, strawberry blonde, likes horseback riding, and doing lots of talking . . . Back-slappers are her greatest annoyances. That's for sure! . . . Jan and Sheil are usually seen together having good times . . . Her plans are not definite for the future. Knitting Club I; Science Club I; Girls' Auto Club III; Youth Wants to Know Club IV; Secretarial Club IV. DARRYL GAILLARD SMITH Darryl, alias Simba , has a quick smile and an unlimited sense of humor ... He likes the guitar, hunting, music, and dancing, which makes anyone enjoy being with him . . .Indus- trial College is his destination. Dramatics Club III; Bowling Club I, II, III; Science Club I; Band I, II, III. KENNETH YOUNG SILVER Ken or Kenny, he will answer to either, has an easy manner, likes outdoor sports, and has an instinct for telling tall stories, which make him a natural fa- vorite . . . Ken has often been heard to say Boy! that's nitzy , and he intends to study veterin- ary medicine. Football I; Class Play IV; Student Council I; Science Club I; Golf IV; Latin Club II; Spanish Club IV; Choir IV; Algebra Puzzle Club IV. LESLIE HOWARD SIMON Those eyes plus a combina- tion of good nature and pleas- ing personality have made Lesr liked by everyone . . . Sports, bowling, and the song, Your Cheating Heart , overpower his one dislike, girls' knee socks . . . In the future it's college for Les. Basketball I; Tennis I, IV; Buccaneer III, IV; Class Play II, IV; Chess Club II; French Club III. 45 ELEANOR SUMMEY Good-natured, with a smile for everyone, Ellie enjoys skat- ing and ballet dancing . . . She is often seen where there's plenty of fun, but quiets down when conceited people are a- round . . . She hopes to become a clerk-typist. Student Council II, III; Auto Mechanics Club III; Knitting Club I, III. WILLIAM JOHN SWEENEY Noted for his ready smile, our man Friday is a popular guy with everyone . . . Bill is a guy with plenty of rhythm, and is a member of the All-State Chorus . . . He's often with the boys in his hot Plymouth . . . He plans to study ceramic en- gineering at Rutgers. Baseball II, III, IV; Football III; Class Play IV; Chorus II; Choir III, IV; Chess Club III, IV; Puzzle Club I. JOHN ALBERT STRAND Johnny likes outdoor sports, hunting, fishing, and racing his great little run-about ... A ready laugh and a hidden flare for excitement makes Johnny fun to be with in any group . . . He plans to study medicine. Class Office III; Student Council I, II, IV; Puzzle Club I; Latin Club II; French Club III, IV. BARBARA JANE STEVENS Lively Bobbie is usually seen around Wayside with the gang . . . Anything sung by the Four Aces ranks on top of her list of likes, while her pet peeves are slow drivers and homework . . . Her main ambition in life is to own a car. Buccaneer I; Girls Auto Club III; Science Club I. RUTH GESINE TAYLOR Ruth is the proud possessor of a Sigma Chi fraternity pin . . . Her special likes include singing, dancing, swimming, and broiled lobster . . . She is a member of the Log staff . . . Ruth intends to major in Home Economics in college. Yearbook III, IV; Buccaneer II; Class Play IV; Knitting Club I; Choralettes III, IV; Choir III, IV; Gym Leaders Club III; Science Club I; Puzzle Club I; Library Council I, II, III, IV; Chorus I, II; G.R.C. I. 46 BETTY JANE THORNTON Always willing to help other people, Bumpsey enjoys tak- ing pictures, dancing, basketball, and driving . . . She is noted for her cheerful personality and her active participation in the West- side Y.M.C.A. . . . Betty would like to become a beautician. Auto Repair Club III; Knitting Club II, III; Gym Leaders Club IV. CLARA GROVER TILTON Musically inclined, Clara spends much time playing the piano, organ, or clarinet . . . People who drive slowly annoy her the most ... A member ot the National Honor Society, Clara has Oberlin in mind to be- come a Minister of Music and a music teacher. G.R.C. IV; Class Play III, IV; Student Council III, IV; Gym Leaders Club 111; Sports Board IV; Band I, II, III, IV; Hall Patrol IV; Junior Ensemble I; Choralettes II. BEVERLY TURLEY Likeable Bev enjoys the thrills of horseback riding, skating, and swimming . . . She can usually be seen somewhere in the vicinity of Eatontown with Jo-Ann, having a good time . . . Bev plans to work for the Gov- ernment after graduation. VACCARELLI Full of fun and always on the move, Pat makes a lively co- captain for Red Bank High's cheerleading squad . . . She was also one of the ballet dancers in Tee Vee Tune Up and, as a junior, she participated in our Junior Play ... A career in nursing is her aim. Yearbook III, IV; Class Play III, IV; Student Council III; Executive Board III, IV; Hall Patrol IV; Science Club I; Span- ish Club II, III; Chorus I, II; Squad Lead- ers Club III, IV; Dramatics Club III; G.R.C. I, II; Cheerleader III, IV; Future Nurses Club III, IV. FRANCIS JOSEPH UHRHANE Good-looking Joe is well-liked by all . . . During the golf sea- son, you can see him helping Red Bank win on the greens . . . Joe likes all kinds of sports and enjoys reading and music . . . Joe, who is president of the National Honor Society, plans to become an aeronautical en- gineer. Class Play IV; Student Council IV; Latin Club II; Golf Team II, III, IV; Chess Club III. 47 EDWIN RICHARD WEAVER JR. Good-natured Dick is well- liked by all, and as a member of the male chorus, he did a great job in the Tee Vee Tune Up . . . One of the Steve, Ken, and Dick Trio , they are often seen riding in his car . . . En- gineering college is his next goal. Yearbook IV; Choir IV; Class Play IV. WILLIAM LOUIS VAN WYCK Bill, a real electronic and radio enthusiast, has one pet peeve, and that is radios that don't work . . . Bill's special likes include model railroading and almost all hillbilly songs ... He plans to open a radio and tele- vision repair store in the future. Puzzle Club I; Class Play IV. LEAH FAY VAN NOTE Known for her beautiful long brown hair, Leah has a terrific sense of humor and wit to ac- count for being so well-liked . . . Musically-minded, she is an out- standing member of the band, choir, and Choralettes . . . She will enter the teaching profes- sion. Student Council III; Spanish Club II, IV; Choralettes I, II, III, IV; Choir III, IV; Chorus I, II; Band I, II, III, IV; Class Ploy IV. ALMENTA LOUISE WILLIAMS Known for her good nature and agreeable disposition, Al is an avid collector of records . . . She loves dancing, food, and parties . . . Enjoying herself wherever she goes, Al plans her future as a nurse's aid. G.R.C. I; Glee Club II, III; Science Club I. RICHARD La COUNT WINGO Dick is enthusiastic about all things pertaining to woodwork- ing ... He enjoys shooting pool and hunting . . . Teachers in the wrong place at the wrong time thoroughly aggravate Dick . . . His plans are to join the Army. 48 EDWARD ALAN WISELL Ed, a well-liked fellow, is especially interested in the op- posite sex ... He also favors horses, loud music, hunting, and fishing ... An asset to the base- ball team, Ed plans a career with the Air Force. Baseball II, III, IV. ROXLYN GREY WRIGHT ''Let's Go , Lynn's favorite say- ing, describes her quite well . . . Lynn is usually busy horseback riding, sailing, or ice-skating, and Tee Vee Tune Up found her as one of the dancers in the ballet . . . Her prized possession is a good-looking brother at Yale . . . Lynn plans to be an elementary teacher in the future. Class Play III, IV; Dramatics Club I; Glee Club II; Chorus II; Choir III, IV; Swimming Club IV. LEO V. MERLE A new addition to our school from Tombstone, Arizona, Lee's special talent is gymnastics . . . Is this why Lee is always seen around the girl's gym? ... He also likes swimming and skating . . . While in Arizona, his activ- ities included the Senior Play, Yearbook Staff, School Paper, and Letterman . . . Lee is col- lege-bound and intends to join the Air Force. DWIGHT SCHRAMM YOUNG, III Usually seen in his car, Dwight is popular with every- one and has a good sense of humor . . . Music, food, and fun are on his list of favorjtes . . . An honor student, he plans to become a chemical or ceramics engineer. Student Council II; Science Club I; Band I, II, III, IV. President THOMAS EPPS Juniors Secretary JOAN MORRIS Business Manager ANGELO SCOTTI 50 Vice President ANTHONY CHRISTIANO Class Officers Advisers The Junior Class, capably led by its officers: Thomas Epps, President; Anthony Christiano, Vice President; Joan Morris, Secretary; Douglas Patton, Treasurer; Angelo Scotti, Business Man- ager; Max Coschignano, Assistant Business Man- ager; and well advised by its hard-working advisers: Mr. Edward Brown and Mr. Clair Bailey, has reached a major goal in becoming upperclassmen. They seem to be very successful in handling this job, as they have shown by their profitable projects of the past year. Some of these major fund-raising activities included selling booster tags for football and home basketball games, the annual magazine sales, and selling Christmas cards and wrapping paper. One of the high spots of the school year came when the Class of '57 received their long-awaited and much-anticipated class rings. Moments the class will long remember were the Junior-Senior Reception, put on for the graduating class, and the Junior Play. This year's play was Meet Me in St. Louis , which was directed by Miss Margaret Thompson. Both events were tremendous successes. The Class of '57 in the past three years has shown that they are capable of hard work and full of spirit whether they are tackling a major or minor project. Everyone is sure that they will keep up the good job. Junior Executive Bnard 51 Sophomores President STUART LOWENBERG Secretary ANN ISELIN Business Manager JOYCE INSELBERG 52 Vice President CHARLES NORTON Treasurer EVAN KING Assistant Business Manager NANCY PREDMORE L Class Officers wm (i Advisers The Sophomore Class, well led by their advisers, Mr. Howard Brown and Mr. Julius Lasky, and their officers, Stuart Lowenberg, President; Charles Norton, Vice President; Ann Iselin, Secretary; Joyce Inselberg, Business Man- ager; Nancy Predmore, Assistant Business Man- ager, and Evan King, Treasurer, has made a fine name for themselves in their two years at Red Bank High School. In the magazine sales this year, they main- tained second place in sales, boosting it up from third place in their Freshman year. One of the few, but very successful projects this year was the cake sales held on half days. Led by its capable chairman, Pat Merrill, the class really went all out for this by everyone participating and by raising a great deal of money for their future years in Red Bank High. The biggest project, the Freshman-Sophomore Dance, was a huge success again with a good attendance representing both classes and the committees doing an excellent job. The Sophomore Class is well-represented in many school activities, such as the band, cheer- leaders, all sports, the Public Speaking Club, and many others. Now awaiting the arrival of their class rings, this united group is looking forward to the varied activities of upperclassmen. 53 Sophomore Executive Board President JAMES HAGAN Vice President JEFFREY STIVES Freshmen Secretary NANCY WALSH Business Manager JANE NUGENT Treasurer EARL RICHMOND Assistant Business Manager SUSAN GERARD Class Officers Advisers Two hundred and fifty dubious but enthusi- astic Freshmen began their high school career last fall, and by this time they've come a long way. The first big event took place a couple of weeks after the school year began when the homeroom representatives for the Student Council were elected. Then, came the campaigns for offices of the Freshmen class. Freshmen were seen every- where scurrying about with speeches, tags, posters, and slogans. The big day finally arrived, and the results were James Hagan, President; Jeffrey Stives, Vice President; Nancy Walsh, Secretary; Earl Richmond, Treasurer; Jane Nugent, Business Manager; and Susan Gerard, Assistant Business Manager. Good luck. Freshmen, in your three years to cornel Freshman Executive Board 55 56 FSATtlftSS MOST POPULAR Carol Burr — Joseph Ellison MOST LIKELY TO SUCCEED Clara Tilton — Robert Grudin BEST LOOKING Nancy MacCloud — Joseph Longo QUIETEST Clara Tilton — Joseph Hughes BEST DRESSED Mary Applegate — Joseph Ellison NICEST SMILE Carmena Greco — George Limberes NICEST HAIR Flora Binaco — Joseph Longo TALLEST AND SHORTEST Lois Cotten — Robert Patterson Helen Hebron — Vincent Rossi CLASS CUT-UPS Louise Pavao — William Sweeney 58 BEST PERSONALITY Patricia Vaccarelli — Edward Apy — Carol Burr DID MOST FOR THE CLASS Carmeia Ciaglia -— Theodore Schloe: CUTEST Carol Burr — Vincent Rossi MOST ATHLETIC Jeanette Calandriello — Joseph Ellison BEST FIGURE Flora Binaco — Ronald Reeves PRETTIEST EYES Roberta Litfrell — Joseph Falvo BEST DANCERS Patricia VaccaVelli — Alan Peterson CLASS WOLVES Marjorie Cuje — Louis Ferraro MOST TALKATIVE Vera D'Agostino — James Esposito 59 CLASS RECORDS This is our story. It is the story of our class, and because the mem- bers about whom it is written have been so active and have accomp- lished so much, it is by no means a complete history. We had spent many years learning from our predecessors the tricks of the trade that would qualify us to perform in the Big Tent. Our act began earlier than expected, tor in year 1952, instead of graduating from the ninth grade, as was previously done by the acts before us, our class became the first to graduate from eighth grade into four years of high school. Do you remember the opening performance under the Big Tent on Harding Road on that wonderful day when we became freshmen? When we entered, we were only the maintenance crew of the Red Bank High Big Top, but we had high hopes of attaining our goals, and we were looking forward to the time when we would have the top billing in the show. Our head barkers of the Freshman year were Arne Svindland, President; Tania Filatoff, Vice President; Mary Apple- gate, Secretary and Theodore Schloesser, Treasurer. What fun we had that year! One of the many activities in our Freshman year was a trip to Sea Bright for a beach party. A good time was had by all. All the performers of our show were made up for our big dance, the Fresh- man-Sophomore Hop, which was held in the gymnasium. A spring theme was used, and the tent workers decorated with skillful hands. Thus, this year was ended. After three months of rehearsals, we were again ready to resume our careers under the Big Tent. New acts were arranged and every- one was in good spirits anticipating a new year of success. To lead our class this year we elected Theodore Schloesser, President; Jerry Panfin, Vice President; Mary Applegate, Secretary; Barbara Davis, Treasurer; and Lois Siegel and Brian King, Business Managers. During this year we adopted our class constitution which had been written by Kay Pred- more, Joyce Nilson, Priscilla Nielson, and Clara Tilton. One of the big- gest attractions on the circus grounds that year was again the Fresh- man-Sophomore Hop. The gymnasium was filled with the spirit of old Paris—the theme being, Paris in the Spring . September found us in the Big Tent. Theodore Schloesser once again led our class as president in this our Junior year, with William Howard as vice president. Mary Applegate once again our capable secretary and to take care of our financial affairs, we elected Barbara Davis. Our business managers for the year were Lois Siegel and Carmela Ciaglia. We had all waited patiently, but eagerly, anticipating the arrival of our class rings. At last, they arrived in October and we wore them proudly, displaying them whenever possible. We worked very hard in order to fill our cash box to finance the costly events that were yet to come. All the performers participated in the sale of pencils, Christ- mas cards, football tags, and magazine sales. Our Junior play was a smashing success. Under the direction of Miss Thompson, we had a fine turnout at this special side show at- traction, and, to be sure, the spectators enjoyed it. The play was billed as Father of the Bride . Much of the credit should be given to the cast for the long hours devoted to rehearsals and the memorizing of lines. The main characters of the cast included Alan Peterson, as father; Carmela Ciaglia, as mother; Dorothy Brink, as their daughter; Brian King and Tom Ackley, as their sons; William Howard, as their pros- pective son-in-law; Lyn Wright and Pat Vaccarelli, as the girl friends; Charles Parked, as the caterer; and Margaret Bublin, as the secretary. The Junior-Senior Reception, given by us for the seniors, was held at the Molly Pitcher Hotel. Painstaking efforts were taken in the plan- ning and preparation of this festive occasion. The theme for this gala event was The Mardi Gras , and the ballroom was gaily decorated with colorful balloons and wierd masks. During the course of the year we sent as representatives to Rut- gers University, Brian King for Boys' State and Tania Filatoff and Doro- thy Brink for Girls' Citizenship Institute. And so, we once again departed from our fellow members in June on leave of absence, taking with us fond memories of our Junior year. Before we knew it, September was upon us. Everyone was in- spired with a new spirit of pride and dignity as we became seniors. Many important parts were filled by competent performers. The school elected Bill Lemon, President of the Student Council; Robert Grudin was chosen as Editor-in-Chief of the Buccaneer; and Joyce Nilson, Editor- in-Chief of the Log. To lead our senior class we once again chose the excellent leadership of Theodore Schloesser. His vice president was again William Howard, and Carol Burr was elected secretary. Barbara Davis once again took excellent care of our money matters and our business managers were Ann Shafer and Nancy Mac Cloud. The Variety Show was an activity everyone will stare in his mem- ory. Two nights were for many performers, filled with stage fright and relief after it was over. It was a tremendous success and everyone, from the crew backstage to the make-up artist, cooperated to make a successful show. At this point, the refreshment committee working at the athletic field during the football games should be given due credit. This hard working group contributed a large sum to our class treasury. We have been indeed fortunate to have had working for our class Mrs. Lorraine Pazicky, Mr. Arthur Bentz, Mr. Willard T. Browning, and Mr. Joseph Farrell as our class advisers. To be sure, every senior in this, the class of 1956, is grateful for their assistance and interest. The prospective seniors invited us as their guests to the Junior- Senior Reception on February 18, 1956. We really enjoyed it! Next came the most exciting event of four years in high school — the Senior Prom — which undoubtedly holds many memories for us to remember for many, many years to come. And finally, graduation came. It was both a sad and a happy occasion as we thought of leaving the Fair Grounds on Harding Road. And so we leave, cherishing every moment we've spent under the Big Top and the acquaintances, books, and teachers we have grown to know so well. JUNIOR PLAY On March twenty-fourth and twenty-fifth, 1955, the Class of 1956 presented the Junior Play in the River Street School Auditorium. Father of the Bride was the choice made by the advisers and the director, and a good choice it was. The cast of the play included Alan Peterson, as the father; Carmela Ciaglia, as the mother; Helene Ritterman, as the maid; Tom Ackley, as Tommy Banks; Brian King, as Ben Banks; Dotty Brink, as the bride; Bill Howard, as the groom; Margaret Bublin, as the secretary; Lyn Wright, as Suzy; Pat Vaccarelli, as Peggy; Charles Parkell, as Mr. Massoula; Bob Liebenow, as Joe; Bill Lemon, as Pete; Robert Gilbert, as Tim's Man; and Vera D'Agostino, as the dressmaker. Along with this list, honors must go to all the additional help which aided in making the play the success that it was. To mention a few, there were Kay Predmore and Clara Tilton, at the piano; Dee Schmidt, as the property mana- ger; Delores Scott, as assistant property manager; Sue Sherman, as the prompter; Robert Gilbert and Robert Grudin, as stage managers; and Mrs. Ruth King and Miss Dorothy Loversidge, who worked on the make up. To Miss Thompson, the director, go top honors and heart- felt thanks for a job well done. The dramatization told the story of what torment and anguish a father of a prospective bride must en- dure before his daughter is given away in marriage. His near financial ruin, near physical breakdown, and twenty-year-old tuxedo made for a rollicking comedy. We will never forget Tommy's perplexed Aw gee, I gotta go dig some worms! Nor will we ever forget Alan Peterson's heroic lines Go out and get the star carted. Dotty Brink gave a pretty convincing perform- ance too; remember the little girl in the audience who burst out crying in Dotty's big scene? We could go on and on remembering so many things that happened. Working with Miss Thompson was a wonderful experience for the cast, and the result was a hit enjoyed tremendously by both audiences. MISS MARGARET H. THOMPSON Director c I . o c U ° m hs •e U c c •‘FATHER OF THE BRIDE presented by THE CLASS OF 1956 RED BANK HIGH SCHOOL in the River Street School Auditorium Thursday Evening, March 24, 1955 Curtain—8:15 p m. 63 VARIETY At the River Street School, on December first and Second, 1955, we presented our Senior Show. The theme of our show was a take-off on the present popular television programs, which provided a change from the usual type of variety show. Tee Vee Tune Up, as our show was appropriately called, was directed by Mr. Brown, who is to be com- mended for a wonderful job. Assisting him were the student co directors, Lois Compton and Delores Scott, with Sylvia Clausen, assisting. Marianna Ellis, who had spent many long nights with us at rehearsals, ac- companied the musical numbers. The program followed the theme of a variety show on television with a sample of quiz shows, musical varieties, commercials, and acts of comedy. With Ben- nett Short, our excellent Master of Ceremonies, each act was given a fine introduction. The acts were well covered by the R.B.H.S. television station. The Male Chorus opened the show by singing Seventeen while the Tee Vee Toppers danced. The Male Chorus will also be remembered for their rendi- tion of Coney Island Baby and Why Did I Teach My Girl to Drive? In their number, The Yellow Rose of Texas the Tee Vee Tappers danced and sang with them. MR. EDWARD F. BROWN Director 64 SHOW There were several solos, two singing duets, and three excellently performed pantomimes. In the danc- ing department, we saw the Ballet Moderne danc- ing to Night Train and Melancholy Serenade. We also saw an interpretive dance, a solo number, and a soft shoe. Included in the program were a piano duet and piano solo. In the closing number Love and Marriage , the entire cast came on the stage to join the chorus in the singing. For helping to make the show the huge success that it was, our thanks go to the back-stage crew, the make-up artists, the costume designers, the scenery department, faculty members, and everyone else who assisted us in our many chores. Many of us spent several tedious hours practicing, but it was worth it. In the show, much otherwise hid- den talent was revealed. The fun we had together; the jokes we shared; the boners we made are all moments we shall never forget. When the curtain was drawn, and the spotlight dimmed, we knew our show was over. Now, we could do no more, except to wish next year's class the enjoyment and fun we had while doing our show. Lois Compton, Delores Scott, Sylvia Clausen Student Directors 65 EXECUTIVE BOARD The Senior Executive Board, the governing body of the Senior Class, was made up of our class officers and representatives and alternates from each home- room. It has the duties of making preliminary deci- sions, collecting class dues, and handling special funds such as ticket and magazine sales. The mem- bers were chosen by elections in their respective homerooms. On Monday mornings, they met under the supervision of the class advisers, Mr. Bentz, Mr. Farrell, and Mrs. Pazicky, and expressed the views of their homerooms on various class activities. MTIOML HONOR SOCIETY The members of the Edwin C. Gilland Chapter of the National Honor Society are known for outstand- ing scholarship, leadership, and service. They are qualified for membership by having superior marks and having been elected by a council, composed of the principal and faculty. The group is headed by Joseph Uhrhane, President; Joyce Nilson, Vice President; and Mary Applegate, Secretary. Senior members of 1956 are Marjorie Antonides, Mary Applegate, Nancy Borden, Lois Cotten, Mari- anna Ellis, Robert Grudin, Michael Morris, Priscilla Nielson, Joyce Nilson, Wesley Patterson, Kay Pred- more, Clara Tilton, Joseph Uhrhane, and Dwight Young. Mr. Stephen Skakandy is the adviser for the Red Bank Chapter of the National Honor Society. FRESHMM-SOPHOMORE HOP In our first year of high school, the Frosh-Soph Hop was something new—the first combined dance of the two classes. We were thrilled with the idea of our first real dance. This important event was held in the old gymnasium with decorations based on the theme of the Easter Season. Gaily strewn with spring flowers and decorated with crepe paper, the gym resembled a beautiful garden. In our Sophomore year, we had our new gym. It was rather large to decorate, but with determined minds, we set to work. When the big night came and couples stepped through the doors, they found themselves in Paris with the Arc de Triumphe, sidewalk cafes, and glittering stars over- head. Music was -furnished by John Luckenbill. Program favors made in the art department were given and re- freshments were served. A wonderful time was had by all who attended. This was only one of the many dances, added to our list of memories, never to be forgotten. 67 JUNIOR-SENIUR RECEPTION COME TO THE MARDI GRAS! was the cry of our classmates on February 26, 1955, the date of the annual Junior-Senior Reception. Chair- men Pat Covici and Bob Gilbert arranged for the use of the Molly Pitcher Hotel and Mr. Luck- enbill's dance band to play for us. The ball- room was transformed into a wonder of stream- ers, balloons, and crepe paper to create the effect of a royal banquet hall during the Mardi Gras season. In keeping with the theme, we elected a king and queen for the occasion. Ruth Anthony and Bob Finelli of the Class of '55 be- came the reigning monarchs. At the climax of this event, a cascade of balloons fell from the ceiling onto the dancing couples. Refreshments of punch and cookies were served continuously during the evening. A wonderful time was had by all at this JSR, a dance to be remembered for a long time to come. Early in February, preparations were begun for the Senior Prom. Since this would be the last dance of our four years in high school, special care was taken to secure the perfect place for this dance. A committee headed by Robert Gil- bert was appointed to find the ideal location for the prom. Later in the year, other committees were appointed to assume the responsibility for the decorations, refreshments, favors, and in- vitations. The Senior Prom was held on May 29, 1956 at the Berkeley Carteret Hotel, in Asbury Park. The grandeur of this dance made it an excep- tional success. It surely will remain forever in the memories of all. SENIOR PROM CLASS WILL I, Irene Abbey, do bequeath my gym loclcer to Joyce Peluso. I, Richard Ackerman, do bequeath loveable Mr. Dell'Omo to next year's Trig students. I, Anno Andrews do bequeath my brains and smile to Mary Sheord. I, Marjorie Antonides, do bequeath the Senior teochers to the future Senior class I. Mary Applegate, do bequeath my majorette hat to Claire Jablonski. I, Edward Apy, do bequeath my height to Robert Reussille. I, Kathryne Bauschspies, do bequeath my fondness for Mr. Dell'Omo to Barbara Price. I, Robert Bergin, do bequeath my car to Fred Massey. I. Flora Binaco, do bequeath my pony tail to Joan Morris. I. Wilma Blake, do bequeath my history book to Romona Overby. I, Nancy Borden, do bequeath my A's in shorthand to Betty Messier. I, Victoria Boulin, do bequeath all my bad marks to anyone who wants them. I. Dorothy Brink, do bequeath the diet I am always breaking to a thin girl. I, Margaret Bublin, do bequeath my pony tail to Judy Baynton. I, Douglas Burkhardt, do bequeath my cool tatto to Doug Apy. I, Carol Burr, do bequeath my job as class secretary to the secretary of next year's class. I, Jeanette Calandriello, do bequeath the gray hair I acquired for the Senior Variety Show to Jo Work I, Vincent Cannella, do bequeath my guitar to Brad Dupree. I, Irene Caren, do bequeath my height of five feet to Margaret Hulick. I, Bennett Carlisle, do bequeath my quiet ways to a noisy Junior. I, Elizabeth Carlton, do bequeath my Muhlenberg book covers to Dru Gemmell. I, George Carter, do bequeath my car to the nearest junk yard. I, Marjorie Carter, do bequeath my vacant seat in classes to July Hallam. I, Ronald Catelli, do bequeath my curly hair to Patsy Puglisi. I, Carmela Cioglia, do bequeath my red hair to Betty Messier. I, Sylvia Clausen, do bequeath my seat in Mr. Henyon's history class to whoever is lucky' enough to get it. I, Fred Colmorgen. do bequeath my appreciation to the faculty for their understanding and guidance I, Robert Combs, do bequeath my obility to get in and out of trouble to Doug Patton. I, Lois Compton, do bequeath my job selling hot dogs , to some unlucky Junior. I, Lois Cotten, do bequeath my position on the Log to a good typist. 5, Patricia Covici, do bequeath the ballet costume I wore in the Tee Vee Tune Up to some unsus- pecting Junior. I, Sally Cox, do bequeath my stack of history notes from Miss Kelley's class to any poor, suffering Junior. I, Marjorie Cuje, do bequeath my long legs to a girl only. I, Lidia Cznoriak, do bequeath my accent and the fear to get up and speak to anyone who wants it I, Vera D'Agostino, do bequeath my loving ways to Willie Arford. I, Barbara Davis, do bequeath the empty money bags to next year's senior class treasury. I, Gilbert Davis, do bequeath my love to Carol Richardson. I, Hortense Delk, do bequeath my knowledge to Cynthia Washington. I, Benjamin Dressier, do bequeath my mechanical ability to Willie Mays. I, Ruth Edmond, do bequeath my temper to Eddie Rayburn. I, Marianna Ellis, do bequeath the old ivories to whomever Mr. Brown chooses as his accompanist. I, Joseph Ellison, do bequeath my shower shoes to Frank Aumack. I, Joan Epifano, do bequeath all my pictures of James Dean to Sue Vadala. I, James Esposito, do bequeath my determination to make a good mark in life to Willie Arford. I, Joseph Falvo, do bequeath my eyes to Eugene O'Rourke. I, Louis Ferraro, do bequeath my way with girls to Joe Malinconico. I, Tania Filatoff, do bequeath all my Spanish books to Betty Rae Beck. I, Arthur Fitzpatrick, do bequeath good luck to all the underclassmen. I, Robert Gilbert, do bequeath my car to Arthur Kennedy. I, Joyce Gilmore, do bequeath my lab desk to Shirley Clarke. I, Jean Glover, do bequeath my gym whistle to Judy Glover. I, Martha Graves, do bequeath my old notebook to Eric Butler. I, John Gray, do bequeoth my Ford and all its troubles to Dick Finelli. I, Carmena Greco, do bequeath my dimples to those who wish they had them. I, Robert Grudin, do bequeath my ability to infuriate the teachers to Robin Burnside. I, Stephen Guzy, do bequeath my seat in chemistry to some poor unsuspecting Junior. I, Gordon Halvorsen, do bequeath my last package of cigarettes to Joseph Rigby. I, Gerald Harney, do bequeath my gym suit to Doug Apy. I, Betty Harris, do bequeath my choice hair style to Skippy Cobb. I, Frederick Harrison, do bequeath Mr. Bailey's homework to the Junior Class. I, Jane Harvey, do bequeath my doing things right to Dave Clapp. I, Helen Hebron, do bequeath my height to Bessie Parker. I, Claudia Hoffner, do bequeath my obility to dance to Pat Puglisi. I, Marjorie Hopwood, do bequeath my seat in Secretarial Practice to Sue Vadola. I, William Howard, do bequeath my football ulcers to the captain of next year's team. I, Leota Hudson, do bequeath my crazy hair style to Carol Richardson. I, William Hudson, do bequeath my hot black Hudson to Wayne Thomas. I, Joseph Hughes, do bequeath all my history books to Silas Aiken. I, Barbara Ingalls, do bequeath my gym lock. Good luckl I, Roland Irons, do bequeath my naturally curly hair to Mr. Phipps. I, Barbara Jiannine, do bequeath my ability to keep out of trouble to Bob Buckalew. I, Hugh Jones, do bequeath my ability to get along with girls to Stanley Haviland. I, Jerome Kennedy, do bequeoth one French book to Miss Quinche. I, Barry Ketaner, do bequeath this high school to the befuddled teachers on Senior Day. I, Brian King, do bequeath my tooth to ony football player who may need it next year. I, James Kirk, do bequeath my long eyelashes to Lillian McDonald. I, Pauline Lamberson, do bequeath my crazy walk on Easter Sunday to my cousin, Shirley Anne Minor. I, Robert LeMay, do bequeath my flat-top to Sam Juliano. I, William Lemon, do bequeath my roaming through the holls to anyone who comes along. I, Robert Liebenow, do bequeath my truck to all future football players who need a ride to the football field. 1956 I, George Limberes, do bequeath my athletic ability to Bob Buckalew. I, Roberta Littrell, do bequeoth my ability to look innocent whenever the need arises to any girl of the Junior Class. I. Annette Lombardi, do bequeath my shorthand notebook to Patty Bruno. I. Joseph Longo, do bequeath my torn book-covers to Joe Rigby. I. Nancy MacCloud, do bequeath my laugh to Bob Buckalew. I, Margarette Maddux, do bequeath my collection of blouses to Edith Pierce. I, Mary Mancino, do bequeoth my shorthand seat in Mrs. Garruto's room to Pat Bennett. I, Dominick Mazza, do bequeath a new right index finger to replace the one I kicked off, to Angelo Scotti. I, Lillian McDonald, do bequeath my walk to Lynn Wilson. I, Robert McGuire, do bequeath my flat-top to Frank Aumack. I, Anne McPhee, do bequeath my casual hair cut to any underclassmen who can stand the knocks . I, Leo Merle, do bequeath the fun and hoppiness I've had in high school to the underclassmen. I, Michael Morris, do bequeath Nicloai Ivanovich Lobachevski to Nancy Shaudt. I, Bruce Murray do bequeath my seat in Miss Kelley's history class and marks in history to Tony Christiano. I, Joan Neushaefer, do bequeath my athletic ability to Mary Ann Dziezyc. I, Joyce Nilson, do bequeath the closet in Mr Henyon's Buc Room to next year's Log Staff. I, Martha Oakerson, do bequeath the mole on my left leg to Joan Morris. I, Charles Parked, do bequeath my Model-A and red hair to Evan King. I, Robert Patterson, do bequeoth my height to be shared between Maxie and Mr. Moses. I, Wesley Patterson, do bequeath my height in basketball to Barry Ayer. I, Louise Pavao, do bequeath my ability to get into trouble to Patsy Puglisi. I, Mary Ann Peluso, do bequeath my blue Buick convertible to Betty Messier. I William Alan Peterson, do bequeath my dancing ability to Nothan Phipps I, Bruce Phillips, do bequeath my place by the wall near lockers 299 and 269 to Miss Repp. I, Kay Predmore, do bequeath my small lunches to Nancy Predmore. I, Vera Reed, do bequeath my bad habits and crazy times to Eugene O'Rourke. I, Ronald Reeves, do bequeath to the automotive shop of Red Bank High, two 1941-V8 Ford engines in terrible condition. I, Bertha Reevey, do bequeath my quietness to any noisy junior. I, Carole Reynolds, do bequeath my patience to grow long hair to Peggy Peluso. I, Helene Ritterman, do bequeath the mirror in my hall locker to Frieda Bueler. I, Paul Roberts, do bequeath my crazy dancing steps and laugh to anyone who wonts them. I, Leslie Ann Rogers, do bequeath the noise in the school bus to Nancy Marchione. I, Lawrence Rosen, do bequeath my size to Charlie Carlton. I, Vincent Rossi, do bequeath my height to Bob Reussille. I, Patricia Rugg, do bequeath the feather of my majorette hat to Arlene Pallela. I, Robert Rugg, do bequeath the loose tobacco in my shirt pockets to Lynn Gilbert to roll his own cigarettes. I, Theodore Schloesser, do bequeath my track shoes to Maxi Cochignano. I, Dorothy Schmidt, do bequeath my kitchen to Paul and Joe. I, Louis E. Schneider, do bequeath my trapping ability to Carl Zeller, and my hunting ability to Muff Harrison. I, Carl Schwenker, do bequeath my football shoes to John Frost and it is my fond hope that he gets monstrous blisters. I, Delores Scott, do bequeath my wittiness to Nelson Cloibourne. I, Dorothy Scott, do bequeath my horse to Marty Graziano. I, Jeanette Scott, do bequeath my seat in Miss Kelley's room to Wilma Winrow. I, Ann Shafer, do bequeath my quietness to Anne Caizza. I, Edward Shea, do bequeath my shortstop position to Angelo Scotti. I, Lucille Shelley, do bequeath my gym locker to Lynn Bedle, and this includes locker trouble tool I, Susan Sherman, do bequeath my natural curly hair to Diane Sanford. I, Barry Sherwood, de bequeath my sweat socks to Doug Apy. I, Bennett Short, do bequeath to anyone with patience, my ability to drive the Green Goose with its four forward gears! I, Joseph Siciliano, do bequeath all the windows in Room 101 to Mr. Dadenas. I, Omar Sickles, do bequeath the beauty of mathematics to Mr. Dell'Omo. I, Lois Siegel, do bequeath my place in the All-State Chorus to Maxie Coschignano. I, Sheila Siegle, do bequeath my extra gym suit to Joan Hulick. I, Kenneth Silver, do bequeath my Spamsh-sqeaking ability to Doug Patton. I, Leslie Simon, do bequeath my cafeteria seat to some deserving student. I, Darryl Smitl), do bequeath perseverance to the freshmen, tolerance to the sophomores, honor to the juniors, and glory to the seniors. I, Barbara Stevens, do bequeath my happy-go-lucky ways to any poor soul. I, John Strand, do bequeath all the wonderful teachers and all the beautiful girls to some deserving soul. I, Eleanor Summey, do bequeath my smile to my sister Betty Jean. I, William Sweeney, do bequeath my brain to Mr. Saffa and his chemistry students for scientific experimentation. I, Ruth Taylor, do bequeath my place in the Choralettes to a new first alto. I, Betty Thornton, do bequeath my crazy hair cuts and styles to Bessie Parker. I, Clara Tilton, do bequeath my broken clarinet reeds and the best of luck to Anne Caizza. I, Beverly Turley, do bequeath all the left over history homework to the Junior Class. I, Joseph Uhrhane, do bequeath my leaky golf shoes to Eugene O'Rourke in fond hope that he drowns his toes. I, Patricia Vaccarelli, do bequeath my cheering skirt to Butch Sickles. I, Leah Fae Van Note, do bequeath my sailor uniform to the photography students at Fort Monmouth. I, Richard Weaver, do bequeath my gym locker to my brother Bert Weaver. I, Almenta Williams, do bequeoth my duty of collecting attendance cards to Mary Stanton. I, Richard Wingo, do bequeath my eagerness to cooperote with all to Ronald Berry. I, Edward Wisell, do bequeath all of my pink slips to Frank Aumack. I, Roxlyn Wright, do bequeath my Yale book-covers to any future Yalee. I, Dwight Young, do bequeath my car to the richest person in the Junior Class. CLASS Step right up, step right up and see the amazing, the spectacular, the stupendous Red Bank High School Future-arena Circus! You will gasp; you will awe at the sights to be set before you. Hurry, hurry, the main attraction is about to begin. We are proud to an- nounce that our main attraction is—Mar Vellus, the super-human wonder who will be shot out of a cannon and bring our world into the future! Hold tight ladies and gentlemen; Mar Vellus is now stepping into the nose of our gigantic cannon. Keep your eyes on the center ring .... FOUR, THREE, TWO, ONE—He's off! Now ladies and gentlemen, if you will kindly keep your seats for a few minutes, I will arrange a special tour through the Future-arena Circus. First, we will wander around the circus grounds. But wait, who is that man standing by the exit fooling with those wires? No, it couldn't; but yes, it is; it's Bill Van Wyck! Hiya, Bill, so you're working for the circus now . . . . Radio repairman? That's swell . . . We'll be seeing you later. Ladies and gentlemen, look to your left now and you'll see how we train the horses. Say, isn't that Margie Antonides and Vickie Boulin? Hi girls, so you're raising and training show horses now; it must be wonderful. Can you tell us who else we can see while we're on the grounds? You say that Bob Patterson and Bob McGuire, the circus architects are out, but Bob Combs, Ken Silver, and Lou Schneider the veterinarians are in the elephant house . . . . Thanks a lot girls, we'll go over and see them now. Ladies and gentlemen, look over there, that clown is trying to hit golf balls into the kangaroo's pouch! Hey Mac, will you please come over here for a minute and tell these people what you're trying to do. Well for goodness sakes, it's Dom Mazza, the professional golf champion. You're doing all right Dom. Oh, can you tell us how to get to the elephant house? .... Thanks, he said it's the yellow concrete building with a police-woman standing by the door .... That must be it over there to the far right and look who the police-woman is, Margie Cuje! Look around now at these beautiful buildings, ladies and gentlemen; have you ever seen anything like it before? And the colors of the buildings are yel- low, pink, and lavender. I wonder if the inside is as wondrous as the outside. I heard that Leslie Simon, the world famous decorator, has done much of the work here .... But there's still much to see on the midway before we go in. Quick, your attention, ladies and gentlemen, to that platform in back of us; something is going to happen. Look at all those balloons and streamers! Here comes the barker now. It's Ben Short, and he's announcing, wait, wait a minute, oh, Alan Peterson and his Cuban Five! He says that they're finishing a world tour and just stopped here for this one show .... After the Cuban Five there will be an extra, added attraction—the Future-Arena Fashion Show. They have got permission (I wish these people would quiet down a bit) from the Powers Modeling Agency to have Miss America, Miss Claudia Hoffner; Miss World, Miss Bertha Reevey; and Miss Universe, Miss Jean Glover, to model fashions of the future! Their accompanists on the piano are Anne McPhee, Clara Tilton, and Marianna Ellis, acclaimed in New York City as piano geniuses . . . . Well, that was some exhibition. I noticed quite a few servicemen were enjoying it also, especially those Navy men and I think you know a few of them too. Let's see, there's Ronnie Catelli, Jerry Harney, Roland Irons, Barry Ketaner, Bob Liebenow, and Vince Rossi. And look over there! The Army finally caught up with Jim Esposito, Vince Cannella, Leon Roberts, Gordon Halvor- sen, Richard Wingo, and George Limberes. It's getting quite cool out now. Would you like to go over to the ad- ministration building? Follow me! Well! This is a beautiful place, but I expected it. Let's see .... Here we are. Publicity Department, third floor. That should be interesting. Good afternoon sir. We're just looking around. Say, what do you do PROPHECY around here? You're Arthur Fitzpatrick and head photographer for the pub- licity! And who are those two busy, young ladies? They're Nancy MacCloud and Martha Oakerson, the art directors. Oh! You have a very nice set up here, but tell me, since so many of your performers are of different nationalities, don't you find that there are international differences? That's very interesting. He says that the staff consists of an international lawyer, Tania Filatoff; three government officials, Anna Mae Andrews, Lillian McDonald, and Beverly Turley; and an interpreter, Lidia Czorniak. Thanks a lot Mr. Fitzpatrick. Oh! Can you tell us which floor the Administration Office is on? Second? .... Thanks again. Good afternoon, are you the business manager, Mr. Bruce Phillips? . . . . We are touring your fabulous circus and we would like to see the staff that makes a show like this run .... We should see the personnel director, Louise Pavao? Okay, thank you. Miss Pavao? We were told that you would show us around the offices and introduce us to the employees .... Ladies and gentlemen, we are going to talk to some of the secretaries first; if you have any questions, go right ahead and ask them. Their names are Nancy Borden, Dorothy Brink, Ruth Edmond, Barbara Ingalls, Annette Lom- bardi, Carole Newman, Delores Scott, and Jeanette Scott . . . Time is growing short now, so we should hurry if we want to see the others .... In this office are the accountant and bookkeepers. The accountant is Ann Shafer and the bookkeepers are Sally Cox, Joan Epifano, and Marjorie Hopwood .... Yes Miss Pavao? Oh, we almost forgot a very important per- son, Mr. Robert Grudin, the man with the ideas. He writes all the scripts for the shows. This man is so important, that he has three receptionists; Flora Bin- aco, Sylvia Clausen, and Roberta Littrell. Thanks very much for your time Miss Pavao, I guess we'll be heading out toward the midway again to see if there's anything that we missed . . . Say, what's this over here? It looks like classrooms! Here comes a wom- an we can ask . . . She says that they are class-rooms for the performer's chil- dren, and they have a staff of eighteen teachers, including two coaches. The coaches are Ed Shea, formerly of Notre Dame fame, and Larry Rosen. Mr. Rosen, I understand, has coached many famous football stars. Some of the other teachers are Mary Applegate, English; Leah Van Note, history; Suzy Graves, art; and Lynn Wright, Ruth Taylor, Lois Cotten, Helene Ritterman, Dee Schmidt, and Jane Harvey. Ted Schloesser is the principal. I never knew that they had special teachers for the children of the circus. It's wonderful that they do . . . What? Nurses too, a whole medical staff? This circus is like a complete little town in itself. Who are the nurses and doc- tors? Margaret Bublin, Sue Sherman, Pat Vaccarelli, Almenta Williams, Irene Caren, Leota Hudson, Barbara Davis, and Carmela Ciaglia are the nurses. And as doctors, Brian King, John Strand, and Joyce Gilmore complete the medical corps ... It mu6t make you feel pretty good to know whatever you need is right here. You have a beauty shop and barber shop also? The barber shop is run by Gilbert Davis, and the beauty shop, is run by Vera Reed. Miss Reed's assistants are Irene Abbey, Carmena Greco, Betty Harris, Pauline Lamberson, and Betty Thornton. That was quite an afternoon! Let's go look at some of the animals now. But wait, what's all that excitement over there? ... It seems that Sir Harry Sandleburn, the test pilot for the United State Navy is going to take off in a new type rocket ship and bring the world into the past! He's getting ready; I can hear the count ---------- X-4, X-3, X-2, X-l, 0, he's off! Hold tight ladies and gentlemen! We're going back, back, back, into the past. Whoops! We landed . . . Here we are. Step right up, step right up and see the amazing, the spectacular, the stupendous Red Bank High School Future Arena Circus! STUDENT COUNCIL The Student Council is an organization comprised of students from the various grades of the school. The main purpose of the Council is to help solve the problems which might occur during the school year. Each year the Council undertakes many different projects; some of which are the clean-up campaign , selling refreshments to basketball fans, establishing a hall patrol, sponsoring pep rallies, and providing transportation for away game6. Without the help of the Council's excel- lent adviser, Mr. Clement Jablonsky, these projects could not have been accomplished. CLEMENT JABLONSKY Advisor WILLLIAM LEMON President Aiding Mr. Jablonsky are the officers: Bill Lemon, President; Jona- than Adler, Vice President; Judy Inselberg, Secretary; and Richard Finelli, Treasurer. BUEEMEER ROBERT GRUDIN Editor BURNET H. HENYON Advisor The Buccaneer staff, under the direction of Mr. Burnet Henyon, adviser, and Robert Grudin, editor, publish an interesting and informa- tive newspaper each month. The members of the Buc staff receive training in journalistic principles and procedures, as well as the practical training afforded by publication of a newspaper. The editorial staff of the Buccaneer gains further experience by attending student newspaper contests and conferences such as the Temple Press Tournament, the Herald Tribune Youth Forum, and the annual Scholastic Press Association of New Jersey Convention. The Buccaneer has consistently been a prize- winning student newspaper. Mr. Anthony Trufolo has originated the Audio-Visual Aids Club for the purpose of training students to operate the various types of audio- visual aids equipment, including tape recorders, record players, different types of projectors, and the amplification system. In order to join this club, one must have an interest in the use of audio-visual aids and be approved by the faculty and administration as being capable of hand ling the responsibilities of a club member. AUDIll-VISUAL AIDS CLUB ART CLUBS The purpose of the Art Clubs, which are under the supervision of Mr. Douglas Mcllvain, is to gain more information regarding the many opportunities to be found in the broad field of art. During activity period on Tuesday and Wednesday, the club members meet and dis- cuss careers with representatives from such fields as commercial art, interior decorating, silk screening, window decorating and ceramics. 78 The purpose of the Girls' Auto Repair Club, which is under the supervision of Mr. James Dadenas, is to teach the girls how to perform minor repairs on cars. The club members learn this by taking field trips and by actually practicing tire changing, replacing head lights, adjusting carburetors, and performing other minor adjustments. The president of the club is Carol Reynolds and the vice president is Mary Ann Peluso. GIRLS’ ALTO REPAIR CLLH HOYS’ HOWLING CLUR The Boys7 Bowling Club meets every Thursday afternoon at the Red Bank Recreation Center with its adviser Mr. Douglas Mcllvain. During the first part of the school year, the boys practice for matches in the spring with teams from other schools and participation in the Shore Conference Bowling Tournament. The members who have accumulated the highest scores during the club's weekly meetings are chosen to take part in the matches. GIRLS’ BOWLING CLUB The weekly meetings of the Chess Club are under the supervision of Mr. Solomon Popler. This club is open to any student who is in- terested in actually playing the game or in learning how to play it. The students engage in matches with other schools as well as with the other members of the group. To further improve their game the boys read and discuss the available literature on chess. CHESS The purpose of the Girls' Bowling Club under the supervision of its adviser Miss Elisabeth A. Kelley, is to provide an opportunity for girls to bowl and help to improve their game. Movies showing the various techniques of bowling and actual practice at the Red Bank Recre- ation Center are used. The club members hold competitive matches with each other, as well as holding a match with the Boys' Bowling Club. CLUB CREATIVE WRITING CLUR Miss Margaret Thompson has formed the Creative Writing Club for those students who have an active interest in creative writing. The club members engage in actual creative writing of their own. Many of the meetings are centered around the study and discussion of the different types of poetry and prose. Two years ago, two of the writers of the club received first prize for poetry in the Senior Division of the Scholastic Magazine Literary Contest, and one was presented with the B'nai B'rith Award. HISTRIHLTIVE EfllJCATION CLIJH Membership in the Distributive Education Club is available only to Seniors who study distributive education with Mr. Joseph Farrell, the club's adviser. The purpose of this club is to instill in students a greater interest in distributive education. The club is designed to give vocational training to those students who will be employed in retail, wholesale, and servire establishments. The club took a field trip to visit the At- lantic City D. E. Club. Eventually, the club would like to join the na- tional organization, the Distributive Education Clubs of America. FHE1VCH CLUB The purpose of the Future Nurses of America Club is to benefit those girls who are interested in the various fields of medicine. The club's adviser, Mrs. Margaret Benner, and Margaret Bublin, the club's presi- dent, lead the weekly meetings at which there are informative discus- sions concerning the various fields of the nursing career. Included in the club's activities this year, have been helping Mrs. Benner in the medi- cal room, weekly volunteer service at Fitkin Memorial Hospital and educational field trips to Fort Monmouth Hospital and Monmouth Me- morial Hospital. The club also plans to visit a large city hospital in the spring. The French Club, under the supervision of Miss Hortense Quinche, is composed of students from all French classes. At the meetings, the club members speak in French, enact skits, sing French songs, participate in vocabulary bees, and conduct discussions. The climax of the year's activities is a French banquet for all the members of the club. This year's officers are John Strand, Barry Sherwood, Katherine Bauchspies,and Jo Ann Wark. FUTURE NURSES CLUB 82 FUTURE TEACHERS CLUH One of the new organizations this year, the Future Teachers of America, is sponsored by Mrs. Edith Olsen. The members of the club are students from all classes who wish to become teachers after gradu- ation from college. The most important activities this year have been a trip to Trenton State Teachers College and observation of classes in local elementary schools. GIRLS’ GYM LEADERS CLUH The Girls' Gym Leaders Club is composed of the squad leaders and class captains from each of the gym classes. Under the supervision of their advisers, Mrs. Irene Smith and Miss Nancy Philp, the club mem- bers learned how to referee various games and take care of squad cards and gym equipment. As leaders of their class, the young ladies of this organization try to promote and develop sportsmanship, leader- ship, manners, and personal poise. Among the other activities of the group are decorating the tree in the gym corridor at Christmas time and celebrating at the end of the year with a bang up party. 83 HALL PATRUL The Latineers is a group of twenty-eight first ear Latin students who gather weekly for classical programs. The club motto is Quisque Omnibus. Members have enjoyed such activities as charades, vocabu- lary contests, a scrapbook of Latin pictures, and singing songs in Latin. Special events include a celebration of the Ides of March and club attendance at the movie, Helen of Troy. The Latineers, under the advisership of Miss Mary M. Rice, has been affiliated with the Junior Classical League, an organization of Latin Clubs from every state. One of the busiest groups, the Hall Patrol, can be found any period during the day performing their many duties for the faculty and admin- istration. This group was organized by the Student Council and is under the supervision of Mr. Clement Jablonsky. The students of the patrol relinquish their study periods to aid faculty, administration, and the guidance department by running errands and doing other odd jobs throughout the day. LATIN CLUB 84 LIBRARY CRUNCH The Library Council, under the direction of Mrs. Marjorie Sawin, is composed of students who spend their study periods in the library learn- ing the use of the library and assisting the librarian. The council mem- bers also help to process new books and arrange displays in the library. In order to qualify as a member of the council, the students must receive passing grades in all subjects. WRITERS CLUB One of the newest groups this year is the Newswriters Club, which is advised by Mr. Carl Bomberger. The club, composed of members from one of Mr. Bomberger's English classes, holds its meetings on Fridays. Articles are written for the Red Bank Register, the Long Branch Record, and the school section of the Asbury Park Press. Mr. Fritz Cleary from the Asbury Park Press gives several talks to the members and assists in their training. A press card is presented to the student who has eight articles published in the Asbury Park Press. With the publication of sixteen articles, a club member is eligible for the annual bus trip to Bear Mountain and West Point. 85 suj-jinu PHBTOGBAPBY CLUIl The Public Speaking Club was originated last year by Mr. Clair Bailey for the purpose of giving the students an opportunity to study and practice the fundamentals of speech and speaking techniques. Assisting Mr. Bailey are David Levin, president, and Brian King, the vice presi- dent of the club. The main activities of the club this year have been the Temple University Annual Speech Festival in March and con- tests in original oratory, dramatic interpretation, and extemporaneous speaking; and leading the devotionals in assembly throughout the year. PUBLIC SPEAKING In order to teach students who are interested in photography or want to learn more about developing pictures, taking pictures, and other press work, Mr. Anthony Trufolo has formed the Photography Club. The upperclassmen aid the underclassmen in instruction by discussing the various phases of photography and showing movies and slides at the weekly meetings. The club members take great pride in the fully equipped dark room which is available for their use at any time. CLUB SCIENCE CLUB The Science Club, under the supervision of Mrs. Elsie MacLeod, is composed of all students who are enrolled in the general science classes. The main purpose of the club is to increase the interest of science among the students. However, the club's activities are many: there are numerous experiments given by the students and their adviser, exhibition and discussion of various hobbies, speakers, talks by the students, and field trips to various places of scientific interest. Among the places visited by the members this year are the Hayden Planetarium, the United Nations Building, the New York News Building, the NBC Studios in New York City, and the General Motors Plant, Linden, New Jersey. The Science Club is under the auspices of the Science Clubs of America and meetings are held in conjunction with the science classes. 87 SECRETARIAL CLUR Our future secretaries are members of the Secretarial Club, which is supervised by Mrs. Mary Bierstadt. The members of this active club do clerical and secretarial work for the various organizations throughout the school. The girls also assist the faculty and administration whenever the need arises. The club president, Nancy Borden, is assisted by Margie Antonides, secretary, and Ann Shafer, treasurer. SPANISH CLUE The Spanish Club, advised by Mr. Vincent Paladino, is open to those students who are now taking Spanish and former Spanish students. Exceptions are made to include also those people who have a sincere interest in Spanish culture. The club sponsors contests, Spanish movies, and dancing as the main activities. This year the members have pre- sented an assembly demonstrating various dances. Included in these were Jarabe Tapatio, Zapateado, Chapanecas, Varsovania, which are Mexican folk dances; the Spanish traditional dance, Jota Aragonesa; and the Latin-American dances, Mambo, Tango, Cha-Cha-Cha, and the Merenque. Again this year, the members sponsored a Pan-American Day Program, which was presented by Latin-American students from Highland Manor Junior College. The members also performed for the Rotary Club, P.T.A., and in a cultural program at Rutgers University. SWIMMING CLUB The Swimming Club, under the supervision of Mrs. Irene Smith, meets after school at the Fort Monmouth Pool. Organized for the second year, the club is open to all students who are interested in sf imming and agree to abide by certain safety rules for the good of all the mem- bers. There have been no officers elected in the past two years, since the purpose of the Swimming Club has been to promote only recreationi swimming. YOUTH WANTS TD KNOW CLUB The Youth Wants to Know Club, sponsored by Miss Ruth LaWall, develops and encourages interest in understanding and interpreting youth's problems through a psychological approach. The meetings have dealt with the psychological aspects of personality and acceptable be- havior patterns. In a joint meeting with the Future Nurses Club, Dr. Stanley Sprung, a psychologist, spoke to the group and answered questions relating to behayior and personality. Fear, love, friendship, and social problems were discussed by the group at various times throughout the year. 89 EHOMLETTES The Choralettes, under the direction of Mr. Edward F. Brown, is a selected group of approximately sixteen girls. It meets twice a week to prepare music for various civic and service functions in Red Bank and throughout the Shore Area. They also perform for church and school groups, in choir concerts and assemblies. The choir and the Choral- ettes are accompanied by Marianna Ellis. EDWARD F. BROWN Director EHDIH In the beginning of the year, each student is eligible to try-out for member- ship in the choir. The choir, under the direction of Mr. Edward F. Brown, is com- prised of approximately one hundred voices. Rehearsals are held twice a week in preparation for concerts that are presented and the many civic programs and assemblies in which the choir participates. From the money received for perform- ances, standing risers have been purchased. In the future the choir hopes to purchase choir robes for its members. 90 The Red Bank High School Band, led by Mr. John Luckenbill and composed of students from the seventh through twelfth grades, has provided excellent music for many school activities during the year. The first performances were at the football games, where it contributed to the enjoyment of the game. It has also played for our pep rallies, assemblies, and graduation. During this year, the band participated in the various parades, such as the Halloween Parade and Santa Claus Parade, sponsored by civic groups of Red Bank. Each year, the Winter Concert and Spring Concert are presented. Both occasions are well attended and enjoyed by the public. The band plays a variety of music using marches, overtures, and popular numbers. In addition, the band is noted for its novelty numbers, one of the most popular being Pepsi Cola Serenade . Outstanding members of the band represent Red Bank in the Shore Con- ference, Central Jersey, and All-State Bands. The band's fine work for the year was rewarded when it took its annual trip to New York, an event to which the band members look forward. Our thanks go to Mr. Luckenbill and the Red Bank High School Band for all of their enjoyable performances. BAUD JOHN W. LUCKENBILL Director ✓ PATRICIA COVICI MARY APPLEGATE Co-head Majorette MARTHA OAKERSON Head Majorette MARGARET BUBLIN Captain CHEERLEADERS Adding the feminine touch to our sports7 teams, we find the cheerleaders and majorettes, two groups of girls that do their best to raise and keep the spirit of the school. The cheerleaders can be found on the football field and on the basketball court rooting for the team with cartwheels, jumps, and voices. The group is under the direction of Mr. Edward Brown and is chosen by members of the faculty and cheerleading squad for their ability, skill and spirit. This year's captain is Margaret Bublin, and the co-captain is Patricia Vaocarelli. The majorettes, a part of the band, under the leadership of Mr. John Luckenbill, can be found on the football field and at our band concerts giving excellent performances of their skill with the baton. The girls are chosen by Mr. Luckenbill for their ability and appearance. This year's head majorette is Martha Oakerson and the co-head is Mary Applegate. PATRICIA VACCAREUI CARMELA CIAGLIA 93 94 95 EDWARD SHEA Team Manager MR. FRANK PINGATORE Director of Athletics MR. ROBERT OLSHAN Assistant Coach MR. ROBERT GLISSON Head Coach BRIAN KING GEORGE LIMBERES BRUCE PHILLIPS THEODORE SCHLOESSER CARL SCHWENKER Co-Captain JOSEPH ELLISON Co-Captain WILLIAM HOWARD Co-Captain EDWARD APY SCOREBOARD OPPONENTS RED BANK R. B. C. H. S. RUMSON MANASQUAN LEONARDO TOMS RIVER FREEHOLD LAKEWOOD LONG BRANCH TOTAL DOMINICK MAZZA WILLIAM HUDSON ROBERT LIEBENOW BRUCE MURRAY Red Bank Football Squad Red Bank always scoresl With the return of more than half of last year's squad, Coach Glisson looked forward to a good year after the promising '54 season which had greatly boosted the team's morale. He was not to be disappointed, for with such players as the veteran Bill Howard calling signals at quarterback; Joe Ellison and Ed Apy, each packed with speed and power, in the halfback positions; Dominick Mazza and Ted Schloesser working on place kicks and punt returns, respectively; Tony Christiano at fullback; Carl Sch- wenker at right end; Willie Hudson at left end; tackles, Brian King and George Limberes; guards, Bruce Murray and Bruce Phillips; and center, Butch Sickles, our team was bound to come through to victory. Grade A work was also put in by Angelo Scotti, who played quarterback for Bill Howard when he was injured. Bob Lie- benow, Maxie Coschignano, Frank Aumack, Brad Dupree, and the many others to numerous to mention. Our first game, one in which the Buc grid squad defeated Red Bank Catholic, proved beyond a doubt that this year's team was capable of a great many things. Joe Ellison's hard running sparked the team with a seventy-two yard touchdown run in the first quarter. From there on in, the squad moved with perfect precision, quickly burying Rumson, Manasquan, Leonardo, Toms River, Lake- wood, and Neptune. -ir Our only defeats were administered by the larger Freehold Regional and Long Branch High Schools. Although we were fav- ored to lose by a large margin to the Green Wave on Thanks- giving Day, the Bucs held the stronger Long Branch group to a fourteen to seven score. The Buccaneers earned a fine record for the season, seven wins and only two defeats, while scoring one hundred and fifty- one points to the opponents' fifty-nine. At the Lion's Club Banquet, held in honor of the team, Buc end, Carl Schwenker was awarded the Memorial Trophy for sportsmanship, spirit, and devotion to the game. He also shared the E. D. Dewitt Trophy with a Long Branch player for the out- standing player in the Shore Conference. The Asbury Park Press named Bruce Phillips, a guard, to their All Star Team. Altogether, with the excellent coaching of Mr. Glisson and his assistants, the outstanding work of the managers, and the fine- student support at every game, the Red Bank High School football squad has posted one of the best records in the school's history. We want a touchdownl BASKETBALL MR. LLOYD BELTON Head Coach The opening of basketball season found Mr. Lloyd Belton, former assistant coach, taking the place of Mr. Frank Pingatore, who retired as head coach dur- ing the past year. Mentor Belton had only two members of last year's starting quintet, Doug Patton and Bob Patterson, around whom to build a team. But with such out- standing players as Joe Ellison, Frftnk Aumack, Pete Jones, Eddie Shea, Wes Patterson, Carl Schwenker, Bob Reussille, and Tom Epps, he soon established a fine team. The team was off to a slow start in the Round Robin Tournament by losing two close games to Man- asquan and St. Rose, but this was just the beginning, and soon it was to be a different story. Long Branch was the first to drop by the wayside and a long succession of others soon followed. Outside of a loss to Red Bank Catholic, only one MR. DONALD SLAVEN Assistant Coach other game was dropped. This was our second game with Manasquan in the Shore Conference League. Among the teams defeated by the Bucs were Free- hold, Lakewood, Toms River, Neptune, Leonardo, and Manasquan. With the regular season at a close, the play-offs for the Shore Conference Championship were next in line. The team moved quickly, burying both Rumson and Lakewood for the title. Hopes ran high as the team entered the State play- offs, but a disappointing 60-62 victory by Sayreville put us out of the final competition. Altogether, Coach Belton's squad, through their excellent teamwork and with terrific student support, chalked up one of the finest records this school has seen. Not only did the varsity do an excellent job, but also the Jay-vees, under Mr. Donald Slaven, and the freshman squad, coached by Mr. Thomas Phipps. WESLEY PATTERSON JOSEPH ELLISON EDWARD SHEA ROBERT PATTERSON CARL SCHWENKER 101 A high game of catch! BASKETBALL We can wait! Mr. Slaven and Bob Patterson R. B. RED BANK 61 Round Robin 63 49 Long Branch 45 57 Round Robin 67 53 Round Robin 57 61 Freehold 39 47 Red Bank Catholic 55 74 Manasquan 54 60 Lakewood 58 79 Toms Rvier 55 70 Neptune 47 102 Shore Conference Victory R. B. SCORE BOARD 82 Leonardo 61 64 Freehold 60 61 Manasquan 65 80 Lakewood 71 83 Toms River 63 70 Neptune 52 63 Leonardo 46 71 Rumson 54 55 Lakewood 51 60 Sayreville 62 Let's go, Red Bank! 103 WILLIAM HUDSON ROBERT LEMAY BRUCE PHILLIPS BASEBALL BASEBALL MANAGERS SCHEDULE April 10 Lakewood Home 13 Manasquan .......................... Home 17 Leonardo Away 20 Long Branch Home 24 Freehold Away 27 Lakewood Home May 1 Neptune Home 4 Lakewood ............................. Home 8 Manasquan Away 1 1 Leonardo Home 18 Freehold Home 22 Toms River Away 25 Neptune ............................. Away 29 Red Bank Catholic ... Home LARRY ROSEN EDWARD SHEA WILLIAM SWEENEY HEAD COACH THOMAS PHIPPS ASSISTANT COACH LLOYD BELTON Baseball, the national pastime, plays a major part in our sports year. The baseball team under the coaching of Mr. Thomas Phipps and Mr. Lloyd Belton showed excellent sports- manship and teamwork throughout the season. Practices began on March 19, and the interested boys were gradually shaped into a fine precision-like team. Losing six members of our former team did not leave us with much of a foundation on which to build. However, the re- turning lettermen, Eddie Shea, Bruce Phillips, Tony Christiano, and Brad Dupree, plus other returning seniors, Larry Rosen and Robert Le May, were a good nucleus around which it was possible to build a new team. Winning our opening game against Lakewood by a score of 6 to 5 sparked the team toward further victories. The team showed a great spirit that led them in winning many games and make the school very proud of its members. 105 TRACK As track season opened, coaches, Mr. Robert Glisson and Mr. Aubrey Dell'Omo, had high hopes for an excellent squad. mr. DEll'OMO and MR. GLISSON Ted Schloesser, last year's top scorer, and other returning letter- Coaches men, Joe Ellison and Dave Clapp, were reason enough for the coaches to believe that our team would rank among the finest in the Shore Conference. Added to the team were Nelson Clayborne, James Mark- ham, John Cain, Tom Cunningham, Charles Carlton, and Tom Epps. Practices in building our team's skills were held at the Red Bank Athletic Field every afternoon after school. Throughout the season our team displayed good sportsman- ship and team work. The end of the season found the coaches hopes and beliefs in the squad realized. 106 RICHARD ACKERMAN BRIAN KING KENNETH April May June SILVER SCHEDULE 11 Manasquan Home 19 Rumson-Keyport Home 25 Freehold Home 2 Toms River Home 5 Monmouth-Ocean County Meet Away 9 Neptune Away 12 Long Branch Relays Away 16 Long Branch Away 19 Shore Conference Championships Home 26 Central Jersey Away 2 State Meet Away BRUCE MURRAY THEODORE SCHLOESSER SENIOR MEMBERS p i ■ 'i TENNIS RED BANK HIGH SCHOOL TENNIS TEAM With the loss of last year's three top players, the Buc tennis squad, under the direction of Coach Harold Potter, is looking toward the underclassmen for new skill. Last season the Bucs posted their best record in several years and with Hugh Jones among this year's squad another record year is in the making. The team practices on the tennis courts in Marine Park. LESLIE SIMON April 10 13 17 20 24 27 May 1 4 8 11 18 22 25 29 Lakewood Manasquan Leonardo Long Branch Freehold Toms River Neptune Lakewood Manasquan Leonardo Freehold Toms River Neptune Red Bank Catholic Home Home Away Home Away Home Home Home Away Home Home Away Away Home HUGH JONES MR. HAROLD POTTER Coach 108 GOLF After completing a rather successful season last year on their home course at Fort Monmouth, the Buc squad, under the coaching of Mr. Frank Pingitore, moved to Jumping Brook Country Club for the coming matches. The five team members include seniors Dominick Mazza, William Lemon, and Joseph Uhrhane, and also Gene O'Rourke, a junior and Richard Finelli, a sophomore. SCHEDULE April 12 Lakewood Away 17 Manasquan Home 19 Neptune Away 21 Red Bank Catholic Home 30 Leonardo Away May 3 Neptune Home 5 Lakewood Away 10 Manasquan Away 17 Red Bank Catholic Away 21 Leonardo Home 25 Shore Conference Away State Tournament Away JOSEPH UHRHANE DOMINICK MAZZA RED BANK HIGH SCHOOL GOLF TEAM MRS. IRENE SMITH 110 GIRLS’ SPORTS GIHLS' ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION Great enthusiasm and interest was shown this year toward girls' sports. This enthusiasm was encouraged by the Girls7 Gym Leaders Club which is an active organization composed of a class captain and squad leaders from each of the gym classes. These girls, with the aid of Mrs. Irene Smith and Miss Nancy Philp, have been responsible for the num- erous activities which have developed during the year. The classes started in the fall with line soccer, serv-us ball, hit-pin baseball, and speedball. Later in the spring, basketball skills were practiced and then the actual playing of the game began. As the girls7 skills improved, inter- mural and interscholastic games were played. Basketball season ended with a review of skills, rules and regulations, followed by a test. Modern dancing followed basketball season. Everyone seemed to enjoy and benefit by the addition of this new and different course. One of the favorite sports, tumbling, was next on the schedule. The girls learned many new skills this year as well as practicing the basic skills they have had since their Freshman year. Having completed tumbling, folk dancing and square dancing were introduced. In the spring the girls went outside for softball, tennis skills, quoits, bowling with duck pins, and deck tennis. The seniors ended their high school gym classes with marching practice for graduation. Thus a year of fun, recreation, and learning in the gym classes was ended. HOCKEY TEAM I I I I MISS NANCY PHIL? Mary Applegate Dorothy Brink Anne McPhee Lois Compton Barbara Davis Leslie Simon Lucille Shelly Fred Colmorgen $ Bennett Short Alan Peterson Roberta Littrell Robert Combs w Nancy Mac Cloud Dominick Mazza Joseph Falvo Kenneth Silver Bruce Murray Irene Caren Martha Oakerson Carmena Greco Patricia Covici Ann Shafer 3 inaco Margrette Maddux Kay Predmore Sue Sherman Helene Ritterman Pauline Lambertson i murans The LOG STAFF In the spring of our Junior year, our Log staff was organized. Those who were interested in the activities of our high school years and in compiling the facts con- cerning them into one book met to form the group. We elected our editors who were as follows: Joyce Nilson, Editor-in-Chief; Carmela Ciaglia, Assistant Editor-in- Chief; Dorothy Schmidt and Patricia Vaccarelli, Layout Editors; Martha Graves, Art Editor; Patricia Covici and Jane Harvey, Literary Co-Editors; Barbara Davis and Lois Compton, Activities Editors; Susan Sherman and Lois Cotten, Copy Editors; Ruth Taylor, Faculty Editor; Margrette Maddux, Feature Editor; and Barbara Davis and Stephen Guzy, Sports Editors. Other merrtbers of the staff were Mary Applegate, Kathryne Baushspies, Bette-Lou Carlton, Helene Ritterman, Bennett Short, Lois Siegel, and Richard Weaver. Few of us realized the amount of work which lay before us; bu‘ we were ready and willing to use our time and efforts toward making a book that would be both interesting and enjoyable to those who read it. We began our work during the summer months by discussing ideas and formulating plans. When the school year began, we were plunged into art-work, pictures, and write-ups. All the deadlines came too quickly, but at last, in March, we met the final one. We enjoyed working on this book, and we hope that its contents have succeeded in bringing the memories of our high school into one edition where we all may recall the years we have spent here. 116 117 ■ Thanks To . Now you've read the story of our high school years. You've traveled through our big tent and relived with us the events of our four years, which will never be forgotten by the persons who have lived them. But before the final curtain comes down and the final spotlight is darkened forever, the members of the Log Staff of the Class of 1956 would like to express their sincere appreciation to all who have helped to make this yearbook possible. Among the many who have given of their time, guidance, and patience, special rec- ognition should be given: To Dr. M. Gregg Hibbs, Dr. William Blatnik, and Mr. Willard Browning for special privileges enabling us to complete this yearbook. To the faculty for its understanding and co-operation. To Mr. Anthony Trufulo and the Photography Department for providing many of the pictures appearing in this book. To Mr. Douglas Mcllvain, of the Art Department, for his co-oper- ation in providing us with advice concerning the art work. To Mr. Joseph Farrell and Mr. Burnet Henyon for spending many extra hours with us in the Student Publications Room. To Mrs. Lorraine Pazicky and Mr. Joseph Farrell for reading and correcting our copy. To our classmates for the information and co-operation so gladly given to our staff. To our class advisers, Mrs. Lorraine Pazicky, Mr. Arthur Bentz, and Mr. Joseph Farrell, for their joined efforts in our behalf. 118 119 Jlu to(j rap I3