Richard Montgomery High School - Rocket Yearbook (Rockville, MD)

Text from Pages 1 - 72 of the 1949 volume:

I jg fg Published blf Tke £tuifehtJ Rickard ftf Utyk £ckcol (Zcckrttle, filarifland T H E R O G K E T 'JcmuonI The Rocket of 1949 is published in an effort TO ACQUAINT OUR STUDENTS, PARENTS, AND SCHOOL COMMUNITY WITH THE ACTIVITIES AND ACCOMPLISH- I MENTS OF THE SCHOOL. fceeficatich The Senior Class dedicates the 1949 Rocket to Miss Fern Will in appreciation of her time so willingly given in its publication. We value her helpful experience and guidance which have meant so much to us. As sponsor of the National Honor Society since the founding of our chapter in 1946, we are grateful for her advice and leadership. As a teacher of English and History in Richard Montgomery for seven years, we admire her insight and patience. For all these and more we sincerely thank her and will remember her. ROBERT A. GIBSON Springfield College, B.S. Counselor Patrol Adviser ISABEL M. WARD School Secretary PAULINE E. ABEYOUNIS East Carolina College, A.B. English, History, Journalism, Public Speaking Tide Adviser JOSEPH J. TARALLO Indiana State Teachers College, B.S. Pennsylvania State College, M.Ed. Principal EDNA E. HAUKE George Washington, A.B. Columbia, M.A. Vice Principal Biology E. GUY. JEWELL George Washington University, A.B. Vice Principal, Child Accounting History, Arithmetic HARRY S. BEALL, SR. Western Maryland College], A.B. George Washington University, M.A. History, Latin MARTHA E. BOWLING University of Maryland, A.B English, History, Science Seventh Grade Adviser LILLIAN E. BROWN Washington College, A.B. Business Bank Adviser II L Washington College, A.B. Johns Hopkins University P.O.D., History, Mathematics Student Government Adviser, Ninth Grade Adviser JAMES G. CROSS George Washington University, B.S., M.A. Physical Education Coach, Basketball ALICE J. DAVEY University of Maryland, B.S. Home Economics C. KATHERINE BULLION Wilson Teachers College, B.S. Library Science Librarian LAURA S. BURRUSS George Washington University, A.B. Home Economics CATHERINE W. COCKBURN Western Maryland, A.B. Columbia, M.A. Physical Education Varsity. Intramurals, G.A.A. HELEN M. DAY Art Institute of Chicago, B.A.E. University of Chicago Art Showcases, Art Adviser to Rocket and Tide MARY F. de VERMOND Julliard Foundation, Institute of Musical Art, Howard University Music B., Columbia University, M.A. Music, Glee Club WINONA REED Illinois University, A.B., L.A., Cornell, M.S. Surveying, Drafting, Landscape Architecture Mechanical Drawing Chairman, Committee of Building and Grounds BEATRICE J. DONOVAN St. Joseph’s Hospital, Savannah, Georgia, R.N. Health Counselor CHARLES D. GIAUQUE Oberlin College, A.B. Ohio State, M.A. Physical Education DOROTHEA B. GREENE Maryville College, A.B. Mathematics Eleventh Grade Adviser F A ELIZABETH E. GURNEY Western Maryland College, B.A. English, History, Science WILLIAM P. HALL Western Maryland College, A.B. Mathematics, English, History, Driver Training Eighth Grade Adviser DWIGHT P. HURLEY Emory and Henry College, A.B. University of Virginia, M.A. Mathematics DONALD W. KEESEY Millersville State Teachers College, B.S. Instructor of Auto Shop, Agriculture Shop Tenth Grade Adviser WILLIAM LAUER Indiana State Teachers College, Pennsylvania, B.S Columbia University, M.A. Instrumental Music Band CHARLES E. LUGAR University of Maryland, B.S. Chemistry, General Science Audio-Visual Education Adviser MARGARET N. MILES George Washington University, A.B. Spanish, French, English Senior Adviser HOWARD L. NEWHOUSE Wilson Teachers College, B.S. Shorthand, Typewriting, Office Practice Assistant Senior Adviser Publication Adviser to Tide WILLIAM H. ROCKWELL Oswego State Teachers College, B.S. Vocational Woodworking ELAINE T. RUSK American University, B.A. English ROBERT H. SMITH University of Maryland, B.S. Mathematics, Science, B.S. Coach, Football and Baseball HAROLD H. THOMPSON, University of Maryland, B.S. Vocational Agriculture Adviser of F.F.A. FERN F. WILL George Washington University, A.B. History, English Rocket Adviser JACKSON W. WISNER University of Maryland, B.S. Industrial Arts 5 Credit for the smooth tempo of life in our school this year is gratefully extended to the Office Staff. Their guidance and patience deserve the praises of the student body. Mr. Joseph J. Tarallo..............................................Principal Miss Edna E. Hauke............................................Vice-Principal Mr. E. Guy Jewell.............................................Vice-Principal Mr. Robert A. Gibson...............................................Counselor Mrs. Isabel M. Ward................................................Secretary AdmniAtrat'm Left to Right—Betty Righter, Cabinet Secretary; Jean Carlin. Rice President; Mr. Comly. Student Government Adviser; Gene Heflin, President; Alice Clement, Student Government Secretary. ClaAA Pcem We stand at the milestone now, and we look Backward and forward. A smile and a sigh Arise, as we close each familiar hook And turn to leave Richard Montgomery High. The magical memories come to mind Of the hard-fought games in the afternoon; Our classmates and work and fun we find— And somehow we don't want to part so soon. But we know, too, we’ve gained through the laughter and tears Understanding and knowledge that never will fade; IVe can shoulder the burdens that rorne through the years fVith courage and strength to face all, unafraid. The feeling of sadness, yet happiness, too. That comes to us all on Commencement Day. Well remember. But life is beginning anew, And our dreams are lit by the future’s bright ray. Judith Abbe JUDITH HONOUR ABBE Judy Judy, our attractive Secretary of Welfare, is not only dependable and a good worker but has one of the highest scholastic records in the class. Her many talents include the writing of poetry, singing and sewing. Senior Committees; G.A.A. 3, 4; Rod ft 4; Stockholder 2, 3, 4; Interhigh Council 4; Secretary of Welfare 4; Cheerleading 3, 4; N.H.S. 2, 3, 4. ANNABELLE ADAMS Anabalie During the basketball season, Anabalie may be found cutting up oranges or doing any of the other numerous jobs of a basketball manager. She goes about her work gaily and enjoys being busy. Senior Committees; Basketball Manager 3, 4; G.A.A. 3, 4; Rocket 4; Stockholder 2. 3, 4; N.H.S. 2, 3. 4; Volleyball manager 3. HARRY BAKER, JR. Little Bake Little Bake can usually be found sorting mail at the Post Office. His social life revolves around Fae. His career interest is in Auto Mechanics. Basketball 3; Football I; “M” Club 2, 3, 4; Rocket 4; Glee Club 2, 3, 4. JOHN EDMOND BISSETT Eddie Eddie has taken an active interest in the Patrol, serving faithfully and well. His outside interests are centered in his Model-A. Senior Committee; Patrol 3, 4; F.F.A. 4. 9 EUGENE BOVEY Gene Gene, one of the landscape planners, enjoys ushering at the Milo and spends much of his free time on his motor bike. Patrol 2, 3; Rifle 2; F.E. Club 4. CHARLES C. BRISCOE Buddy Buddy, our popular athlete voted most likely to succeed in the big leagues, spends all his free time with Reds. His fighting spirit has spurred his teammates to greater efforts. Cafeteria Cashier 3, 4; Football 3, 4; Baseball 3, 4; “M” Club 3. 4; Banking 4; Patrol 3. I ZEBE BRODIE Zebe Zebe has contributed much to our school through football and basketball. Friendliness and popularity are his outstanding traits. Zebe’s classmates will miss him and his Dodge. Football 3, 4; Basketball 3, 4; Auto Mechanics 3, 4; “M Club 3, 4. LOUIS KENNETH BRUMITT Kenny Kenny is the senior from Tennessee whose wit and humor should prove valuable to him. As manager of Football he was always boosting the morale of the team. Football Manager 4; Patrol 3. 10 ALMA BURNLEY Alma Alma is known for her glamour-girl drawings which she does willingly and well. She excels in English. Senior Committees; Patrol 3, 4; Glee Club 3. MONTINE CALLOWAY Sunshine Montine’s interests include art, music and voice. Her very blonde hair and stylish evening wear have highlighted our senior dances. Senior Committees; Rocket 4; G.A.A. 4; Patrol 2, 4; Tide 3; Glee Club 2, 3, 4. JEAN CARLIN Emmy Emmy’s qualities of sportsmanship and personality have endeared her to everyone. Her activities in the student government and in sports have spotlighted her school career. Senior Committees; Basketball 2. 3, 4; G.A.A. 3, 4; Banking 4; Patrol 3; Rocket 4; Stockholder 4; Cafeteria Cashier 3, 4; N.H.S. 3, 4; Interhigh Council 4; Vice-President of Student Government 4. JANE ALICE CHINN Janie Janie is intensely interested in anything concerning the school. Her contributions have been most important in student government and in art. Senior Committees; Softball Manager 3; Basketball 3, 4; G.A.A. 3, 4; Rocket 4; Stockholder 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 3; Student Government 2, 3, 4; N.H.S. 2, 3, 4. 11 ALICE TODD CLEMENT Toddy The blonde Secretary of Student Government may be found in the typing room pecking out another “A” or the minutes of those bi-monthly meetings. Her favorite pastime is collecting cards. Rocktt 4; Stockholder 4; Glee Club 3; Student Government Secretary 4. WALLACE COMEGYS Pete Pete is devil-may-care, fun loving, and a very hard worker as Secretary of Publications. Only those on the Tide and Rocket staffs know how much he has contributed. His leadership and efficiency have accomplished much for the school. Senior Committees; Patrol 4; Rocket Editor 4; Tide Editor 4; Stockholder 3, 4; Student Government 4; N.H.S. 2, 3, President 4; Secretary of Publications 4. I MARION BENNETT COPPING Ping Ping, Secretary of Sports, for girls, is very well suited to her position. Her athletic interest is the actively participating kind shown by her performances on the soccer field, the basketball court and the softball diamond. Senior Committees; Soccer, co-captain 4; Basketball 2, 4, co-captain 3; Softball 2, 3, 4; G.A.A. 2, 3, 4; Patrol 2, 3, 4; Student Government 3; Glee Club 4; Interhigh Council 4; Secretary of Sports 4; N.H.S. 2, 3, 4; Rocket 4. WILLIAM CRIM Bill Bill is happily completing his high school education after having served three years in the Navy. His ambition is to be an architect. The required course in Geometry leaves Bill in an argumentative mood. Patrol 1; Rifle Club 1. 12 PATRICIA DALTON Mickey Pat is the serene senior who is very interested in going to Canada to college. She finds time to participate in cheerleading and singing. Senior Committees; Basketball 3; G.A.A. 3, 4; Rocket 4; Glee Club 3, 4; Cheerleading 4. MESCAL DAVIS Mescal Mescal, a quiet, blond senior, is known for her good sportsmanship and her unexpected sense of humor. She is a conscientious student, a friendly and happy person. Senior Committees; Volleyball Team 3; Bus Patrol 3, 4; Glee Club 2, 3; Rifle 2, 3. NEILL DAVIS Duke Duke has a most vivacious personality. His work in Future Farmers and Ag class will prepare him to be Germantown’s best farmer. Patrol 2, 3. 4; Stockholder 3, 4; Tribunal 3, 4; Cafeteria Cashier 3; F.F.A. President 4; 4-H 2, 3, 4. WENDELL DAY Wendell Wendell is deeply engrossed in the art of photography. Many of the yearbook snapshots of school activities arc the pride of our candid camera fiend. Senior Committees 4; Basketball Manager 3. 4; “M” Club 4; Patrol 3, 4; Tide 3, 4; Rocket 4. 13 DOROTHY DUCKWORTH Dot Dot's sportsmanship, athletic ability, beauty and brains arc the happy combination which makes her such an outstanding personality. Her dimpled smile has brightened even our dullest days. Senior Committees; Soccer 4; Basketball 2, 3, 4; Soft-ball 2, 3, 4; Cafeteria Cashier 3, 4; Patrol 3, 4; Vice-President of Senior Class; G.A.A. 3, Treasurer 4; Banking 4. MARTHA JANE EMBREY Pat Pat is seldom seen minus her side-kick, Betty. She is quiet but friendly. Patrol duty in the front hall and keeping books in the bank occupy most of her time. Banking 4; Patrol 3, 4; Cafeteria Cashier 4 I LAURA PAWLEY Tiny Tiny can be found giving the faculty a hard time, especially in P.O.D. “What’s the use of studying?” is a favorite phrase. She likes to laugh, has a determined spirit and can claim many friends. Basketball 4; Soccer 4; Softball 2, 3, 4; G.A.A. 3, 4; Banking 4; Patrol 2. 3, 4; Tide 3; Tribunal 4; Rocket 4; Band 2, 3, 4; Cafeteria Cashier 3, 4. LORRAINE FEDERLINE Feddy Feddy, as Secretary of the G.A.A., may be seen working like mad trying to keep track of all her notes. She has a wonderful alto voice, studies the piano and is a winning softball pitcher. Senior Committees; Softball 3, 4; G.A.A. 3, Secretary 4; Patrol 2, 3; Rocket 4; Basketball 3, 4; Stockholder 3, 4; Glee Club 4; N.H.S. 3, Secretary 4. 14 OSCAR T. FRALEY Ozzk Ozzie s determination to win is shown by his performance on the gridiron. His innate good humor shows in his laughing eyes. Senior Committees; Football 2, 3, 4; Baseball 4; “M” Club 2, 3, 4; Patrol 3, 4; Rocket 4; Cafeteria Cashier 3, 4. PATRICIA JUNE FRALEY Pat Pat is quite a girl with her nerve-racking, corny sayings. She is dependable, an active member of the Girl Scouts. Pat ma be seen feuding with her cousin, Oscar. Stockholder 3. 4; Glee Club 3. 4; Cafeteria Cashier 3, 4; Senior Committees, Banking 4; Rocket 4. BETTY GATES Betty As a member of the Patrol for the past two years, Betty has conscientiously served the school. Showing her love of dancing, she has attended all our school dances. G.A.A. 4; Banking 4; Patrol 3, 4; Rocket 4; Cafeteria Cashier 3. 4. SUZANNE G. GIAUQUE Sue Sue, Secretary of Social Activities, is one person who can get things done. Her talents are many, including singing and sports. Site has led the G.A.A. through a very successful year. Senior Committees; Rocket 4; Soccer 4; N.H.S. 2, 3, 4; Basketball 2, 3, 4; Softball 2, 3, 4; G.A.A. 2. 3, President 4; Interhigh Council, Vice-President 4; Glee Club 2. 3, 4; Student Government 2, 4. 15 LUCINDA HAMILTON Cindy Cindy, Secretary of Assemblies for the past two years, is especially suited for her post. She is talented in dramatics and has a lovely singing voice. She has given much of her time to making our school assemblies more enjoyable. Senior Committees; G.A.A. 3, 4; Kocket 4; Glee Club 3, 4; Interhigh Council 3, 4; Secretary of Assemblies 3, 4; N.H.S. 2, 3, 4. BETTY LOU HEFLIN Betty Betty, a quiet, efficient bookkeeper in the bank, has done an excellent job of keeping record of Rocket funds. Her secretarial ability will be much in demand. N.H.S. 3, 4; Senior Committees; Banking 4; Rocket 4; Stockholder 4. I EUGENE G. HEFLIN Hef Our capable President of the Student Government can be found hurrying through the halls to another meeting. His efficient work in shorthand and typing will guarantee his success in the business world. Senior Committees; Patrol 3; Tide 4; Rocket 4; Tribunal 3; Interhigh Council 4; Student Government President 4; Stockholder 4. HELEN HUTCHINSON Hutch Hutch is the girl responsible for our successful senior dances. With hard work and ambition she always reaches her goal. Her efficiency assures her a fine future. Senior Committees; G.A.A. 3, 4; Banking 4; Patrol 2, 3, 4; Stockholder 4; Tribunal 4. 16 JAMES LOUTH AN Jimmy Jimmy is thoughtful and helpful. His main interest is in agriculture, which will serve him well. He loves to have fun and has quite a sense of humor. Senior Committees; Football 3; Cafeteria Cashier 3; 4-H 2, 3, 4; F.F.A. 4. DOROTHY LUHN Dot Dot, captain of the cheering squad and Secretary of Safety, has proved that she can participate in many extra activities yet maintain a high scholastic standing. Her personality guarantees her happiness. Senior Committees; G.A.A. 3, 4; Patrol 2, 3, 4; Rocket 4; Tribunal 3, 4; Glee Club 4; Cheerleading 3, Captain 4; Student Government 4; Interhigh Council 4. HARRIETTE MATTHEWS Harriette Harriette’s competence in home economics has been proved by those delectable dishes she has produced. Her giggles have helped to lighten the mood of her friends. Patrol 2, 3; Senior Committees; Glee Club 4. CLARENCE MEARSON Clarence Extremely quiet Big Clarence has an excellent record on the football field. He enjoys the work under Mrs. Reed in the landscape planning class. Football 3. 4; Baseball 3, 4; “M” Club 3, 4; Patrol 3. 17 GEORGE KENNETH MELLOTT George George, a capable clarinetist, is an outstanding musician. He has arranged and composed melodies played by the band. George has excelled in photography and mathematics. He possesses a fine sense of humor. Senior Committees; Baseball 3; Patrol 3, 4; Tide 4; Rocket 4; Glee Club 4; Student Government Representative 3; Band 3, 4. LARRY MESSICK Larry Larry is well known for his dry sense of humor and his big Cadillac touring car. He has outstanding artistic ability and is also an excellent student in math and science. Rocket 4; Rifle 3. JOE ANN MILES Joe Most students have become acquainted with Joe’s smiling manner through her work as cashier of the bank. As treasurer of the Student Government she has still another opportunity to prove her efficiency. N.H.S. 3, Treasurer 4; Senior Committees; Bank Cashier 4; Rocket 4; Stockholder 3, 4; Glee Club 2; Student Government Treasurer 4. MARIE CATHERINE MILLS Marie Marie is quiet and thoughtful and possesses an amiable personality. Her sincere friendliness will always be remembered. Banking 4; Cafeteria Cashier 3, 4. 18 CAROLYN MOBLEY Carolyn Carolyn, a sincere student, is musically inclined. She is hardworking and serious-minded. Besides her major interest, music, the literary field occupies much of her time. Senior Committees; Rocket 4; Rifle Club 3; President of Home Room 3; N.H.S. 3, 4. JOHN MONDAY jack Jack, as Sports Editor of the J'ide enjoys the opportunity to indulge in his prime interest, athletics. He is easy going and never lets life get him down. Cheerfulness and jovialness follow Jack wherever he goes. Football 3; Baseball 3, 4; “M” Club 3, 4; Tide 4; Senior Committees. JAMES MONEYMAKER jimmy Throughout the school Money is known for his fine work on the football team. 11 is good sportsmanship has made him a shining personality. Football 2, 3, 4; Baseball 3; “M” Club 3, 4; Patrol 2; Glee Club 3. DOROTHY MONROE Dot Dot is often seen working in the bank or cashiering in the cafeteria. Her naturally curly black hair and stylish clothes are the envy of her girl friends. Senior Committees; Rocket 4; Banking 4; Cafeteria Cashier 4; Stockholder 4. 19 BETTY MULLICAN Betty Betty, a tall, brown-eyed girl, is noted for the pep and enthusiasm with which she tackles every job she undertakes. She is an excellent salesman and a good sport when it comes to doing her part. Senior Committees; Banking 4; Patrol 3, 4; Rocket 4; Cafeteria Cashier 3, 4. BARBARA JEAN NICHOLS Reds Reds, the happy-go lucky secretary of the senior class has spent much of her time writing the notes of class meetings. Her vibrant personality is accentuated by her flaming red hair. Softball 3; Secretary of Senior Class; Banking 4; Cafeteria Cashier 3, 4; Senior Committees; Rocket 4. GRETCHEN PAFFENBARGER Grctch It is a familiar sight to see Gretchen coming to and from school in the one and only “Josephine Jeep.” Gretchen is well known for her conscientious leadership. Senior Committees; Associate Editor of Rocket 4; President of Class 3; N.H.S. 2, 4, Vice-President 3; Band 3. CHESTER MILON PARKER Chester Chester, a dependable student, is always willing to lend an assisting hand. Along with his many engineering accomplishments, his cheerful countenance and ready wit will be remembered by his classmates. Senior Committees; Captain of Outside Patrol 3, 4; Tribunal 3, 4; President of F.E. Club 4. 20 SIBYL RUTH PARKS Sib Sib is a quiet, modest senior who does much but says little about it. She is an excellent student, and is known throughout the school for her fine alto voice. Senior Committees; Patrol 2, 3, 4; Rocket 4; Glee Club 2, 3; N.H.S. 2, 3, 4; Rifle Club 3; Band 2, 3, 4; Secretary of Homeroom 3. CHARLES PETTITT Charles Charles is a happy-go-lucky Vocational student who always has a big smile and a friendly joke for everyone. He is a good sport and is always willing to do his part. Baseball 3; Patrol 3, 4; Tribunal 3, 4; Treasurer of F.E. Club 4. CATHERINE POLLEN Cathy Cathy is one of the members of the banking class which has devoted so much of its time to cashiering in the cafeteria. She has shown great interest in basketball and softball. Cafeteria Cashier 4; Banking 4; G.A.A. 4; Stockholder 4; Softball 3; Basketball 3; Secretary of Homeroom 2, 4. LORRAINE PYLES Lorraine Lorraine, best known as the nibbling cake baker of the Home Economics department, does well those many things she likes to do. Her joviality makes life gay for those around her. Senior Committees; Softball 3; G.A.A. 4. 21 LAURA ANN RAINWATER Ann This has been Ann’s only year at Richard Montgomery and she has already shown that she is an able worker and a friendly, likable person. Although she has red hair, she does not have a temper to match it. We were glad to have had Ann with us this year. Senior Committees; Publicity Committee. BETTY RAY Betty Bets is the blonde senior who never finds a favor too difficult to do. Her quiet manner is a joy to her teachers. Senior Committees; Rocktt 4. I LORETTA FAE RAY Fae Fae, the feminine half of the Baker-Ray duo, is an attractive asset to our senior class. Senior Committees; Banking 4; Rockrt 4; Cafeteria Cashier 4. GEORGE RAY Buddy Buddy, an eager mathematician, possesses an amiable personality and his witty comments add spice to school life. He is quiet and level-headed. Senior Committees; Vice-President of Class 3; Stockholder 3, 4; Principals’ Advisory Board 4. 22 PEGGY RAY Peggy Peggy, our tallest blonde, is quiet and hardworking. Her pleasant manner will be remembered by her classmates. Senior Committees; Hanking 4; Rocket 4; Stockholder 3, 4. WILLIAM LESLIE REDIFER Billy Billy is a likeable, easy-to-get-along-with senior, who is very modest about his accomplishments. In spite of his modesty, the senior class recognizes him as a capable reporter for the Tide, and an excellent athlete, and a good sport. Senior Committees; Football Team 3, 4; Baseball 3, 4; “M Club 3, 4; Patrol; Tide 4; Tribunal 3. VIRGINIA ELIZABETH RIGHTER Betty Betty, the quiet brown-eyed Secretary of the Cabinet is a friendly, likeable girl with a smile for everyone. She is efficient and capable, a wonderful person to know. Cj.A.A. 4; Banking 4; Patrol 3; Secretary of Patrol 4; Tide 4; Rocket 4; Stockholder 4; Secretary of Tribunal 4; N.H.S. 3, 4; Secretary of the Cabinet 4. DOROTHY RUSSMAN Dottie Dottie’s quiet disposition does not go with her red hair. She is the girl we remember seeing in a Girl Scour uniform on meeting days. Banking 4; Stockholder 4; Glee Club 3; Cafeteria Cashier 3, 4. 23 JOHN GEORGE SHATTUCK John John has played tackle for the two years he has been with us. He is especially studious in mathematics. John is unassuming and good natured. Senior Committees; Football 3, 4. JOAN MARLOWE SMITH Smitty Smitty, a brilliant student, ranks high in scholastic accomplishments. Her chief interests are mathematics and science. She is friendly and cooperative. Her witty remarks are greatly appreciated by her friends. Senior Committees; Rocket 4; Glee Club 4; N.H.S. 2, 3, 4; Rifle Club 3. I ELIZABETH SOPER Betty Betty is the dark haired, brown eyed senior who has done outstanding work in the Home Arts department. Her reputation for efficiency and original ideas has made her a very active member of the Senior Class. Senior Committees; Rocket 4; Student Government 3, 4; N. H. S. 3, 4; 4-H 2, 3, 4; Library Club. LORRAINE SOUDERS Lorry Lorry, the blonde, friendly treasurer of the Senior Class, is admired by all who know her for her enthusiasm and her sense of humor. Her popularity leads her into many activities, all of which she does well. Budget and Finance Committee; Banking 4; Patrol 3, 4; Rocket; Treasurer of Senior Class; Cafeteria Cashier 3, 4; Student Government 3. 24 WILLIAM STARK Billy Billy is one member of the senior class who will be deeply missed by students and faculty. He has shown outstanding ability in the commercial department and in the bank. He is efficient, friendly and dependable. Senior Committees; Banking 4; Patrol 2; Rocket 4; Stockholder 4. BETTY VAUGHAN Betty Betty is the attractive brunette who cashiers in the cafeteria. She attacks her studies and social life with a carefree air. Senior Committees; Banking 4; Rocket 4; Stockholder 4; Cafeteria Cashier 3, 4. DAVID C. WATERS Flash Flash is a capable and dependable student. Among his many interests. Journalism is primary. David is studious and skilful and has well-exercised his executive ability as president of the Senior Class. Senior Committees; Baseball 2; Patrol 2, 3, 4; Tide 2, 3, 4; Rocket 4; Homeroom Vice-President 2, 3; President of Senior Class; Glee Club 4. PEGGY WEDDLE Peggy Peggy is that capable commercial student with the sunny disposition and gay, carefree way. Whenever she tackles a project, it is sure to be well done. Senior Committees; Secretary in Banking 3; Patrol 2, 3, 4; Tide 4; Rocket; Stockholder 2, 3, 4; Dancing Club 2. 3. 25 CATHERINE WRIGHT Catherine Her will-to-help shows her kind personality and broad outlook on life. She works slowly and carefully. G.A.A. 4; Glee Club 3. SHIRLEY ZENTZ Shirley During Shirley’s two years with our class, she has succeeded in making everyone feel at ease. Her artistic ability has been shown through her cover work in typing. Senior Committees; G.A.A. 4; Glee Club 3. I EVELYN LYNNE MILES Evelyn Evelyn has taken an active interest in class and school work. Illness prevented her taking part in senior activities. It is hoped the future will bring her good fortune. Library Club 1; Glee Club 1; Cafeteria Cashier 2; Patrol 2, 3. SELMA NOOTENBOOM Selma Selma is an excellent commercial student whose ability in English can well be the envy of her classmates. These qualities will make her a splendid secretary. When help is needed, Selma willingly does more than her share. Senior Committees; Stockholder 3, 4; Glee Club 2. GILLIAN BAIRSTO Gil Gil, our very English and dainty post-graduate is quiet and reserved. She has shown outstanding ability in creative writing. Her pleasing manner is known throughout the school. Post-Graduate; Senior Committees 4, 5; Glee Club 4, S. Best Dressed Judith Abbe Eugene Heflin Best Dancer Barbara Nichols Buddy Briscoe Popularity Content Best Scholar Joan Smith Wallace Comegys Friendliest Sue Giauque Chester Parker Best Looking Dorothy Duckworth Wallace Comegys Best Athlete Marion Copping Buddy Briscoe Most Popular Dorothy Duckworth Wallace Comegys Best All-Round Jean Carlin Eugene Heflin Did Most for School Cindy Hamilton Eugene Heflin Best Natured Sue Giauque Jack Monday Most Unpredictable Laura Fawley Neill Davis Wittiest Laura Fawley Neill Davis Ike Will IVe, the members of the Senior Class of 1949, thoroughly enjoying in unreliable mental status do hereby bequeath our following assets to the destitute underclassmen and do declare this to be our Last IVill and Testament: First: To Mr. Tarallo, our principal, we will our sincere admiration for his kind and capable administration. Second: To Mrs. Miles, our Adviser, and to Mr. Newhouse, we leave grateful thanks for their endless patience and fortitude. Third: To our able faculty, we leave heartiest appreciation for their labors in our behalf. Fourth: To the Junior Class, we will our trials and tribulations, our heartbreaking efforts to meet the Rocket and Tide deadlines. Judy Abbe wills Gilbert and Sullivan to Ernestine Brown. Annabelle Adams wills her impetuous ways to June Lynch. Gillian Bairsto wills her year of post-graduate work to Paul Violette. Harry Baker Wills his knowledge of romance to Barry Dickinson. Eddie Bissett wills his earning ability to Jimmy Nicholson. Eugene Bovey wills his motor bike to all those who have to walk to school. Buddy Briscoe wills his Willys to the junk heap because that’s where it will go anyway. Zebe Brodie wills his kid brother to the football team. Kenneth Brumitt wills his corn to the next year’s gardening class. Alma Burnley wills her television set to Mr. Newhouse’s classes for next year’s World Series games. Montine Calloway wills her snapshots to the Rocket. Jean Carlin wills her basketball position to the National Guard. Jane Alice Chinn wills those corny jokes to Pat O’Brien. Alice Clement wills her ability to get into unheard-of situations to Janice DeHaven. Wallace Comegys wills his deadlines to Bob Headley. Marion Copping wills her athletic ability to Elizabeth Keiser. William Crim wills the Filipino girls to the natives forever. Patsy Dalton wills the expense of her long distance phone calls to the Dominion of Canada. Mescal Davis yills her ice skates to next winter. Neill Davis, being cupid, wills expert advice to Lou Campbell. Wendell Day wills his chicken farm to all the city slickers of R. M. H. S. Dot Duckworth wills her dimple to Barbara Payne. Martha Embrey wills her place on patrol to her able sub. Laura Fawley wills her height to Tom Bowman. Lorraine Federline wills her alto to one of the embarrassed tenors. Oscar Fraley wills his way with people to all those who love to argue. Patsy Fraley wills the bank back to R. M. H. S. Betty Gates wills the whole Commercial course to the doubtful 7th graders. Sue Giauque wills her muscles to Bradley Karn. Cindy Hamilton wills her soprano to all 7th grade boys whose voices are changing. Betty Heflin wills her long trip to school every day to Audrey Kitts. Eugene Heflin wills his saltshaker gavel back to the cafeteria. Helen Hutchinson wills her faithfulness to Delores Whitaker. Jimmy Louthan wills his knowledge of farming to Jack Prettyman. Dot Luhn wills the parking lot to all girls over sixteen. Harriette Matthews wills her baby-sitting Job to Douggie Harding. Clarence Mearson wills the bulldozer to Mrs. Reed’s future he-man. George Mellott wills his clarinet to Max Diehl. Larry Messick wills his Cadillac convertible to the Smithsonian. Evelyn Miles wills her fast pace to Widdy Cecil. Joe Ann Miles wills her secretarial assets to Jimmy King. Marie Mills wills her quiet presence in class to Carl Holland. Carolyn Mobley wills her long, tall build to Mary Fitzwater. Jack Monday wills his P. O. D. homework to Mr. Comly’s future problem Jimmy Moneymaker wills his name to the counterfeiters. Betty Mullican wills 4' 11” of her height to John Perry so he’ll be 5' tall. child, at least (continued to page 32) ClaM prophecy After deep thought and much concentration on this weighty subject, we, the undersigned, mentally, socially, and physically exhausted students, hereby announce our prophetic results. Here we are in Rockville Union Station in the year of our Lord, nineteen hundred and fifty nine, A.D. As we look around, we see Rockville has changed—for the better or for the worse—you shall see! Here comes Red Cap Oscar Fraley. He can probably give us the lotvdown on who’s who, what’s what, and how’s how. How’s business, Oscar?” “Fine, Peggy, fine.” “What’s happened to our classmates of ’49?” “That senior class has done amazing things! First of all, have you seen or heard of our new hot-rod run between the East and West coasts? The operators don’t seem to stay in one place long enough to be detected. However, I did see traces of Zebe Brodie, John Shattuck and George Ray. “Even though Joan Smith has been successful in her new Rocket Ship, she is now competing with Senor Larry Messick who has a South American slant on science. Lorraine Souders is to serve as stewardess for Joan. “Wendell Day and George Mellott are making millions in their field of photography. People are paying them not to print the pictures!” “Why here comes Pat Fraley with six children!” burst out Sue. “Why Patsy!” “Oh no! These aren’t mine. I’m just taking these Brownies to Scout Camp.” “By the way, Oscar, what happened to Annabelle Adams?” “Oh, she went to Egypt to learn to be a ‘mummy’!” “Betty' Vaughan has become famous through her television interviews of baseball players before each big league game. She hasn’t changed a great deal. We’ve been hearing this dug-out chatter for the last twelve years.” “What about our Student Government President, Gene Heflin?” “Oh ho! He grabbed Wallace Comegys and they’re now court stenographers in Arabia. I hear they stand at the door and pick up the likely prospects!” “Judy Abbe has gone to Japan to produce Gilbert and Sullivan’s Mikado. Speaking of Japan, Lorraine Pyles, Catherine Wright and Harriette Matthews have all gone to Judy’s neighboring country to cook for the starving Chinese. Kenneth Brumitt went to Africa to try to unite the Africans in a democratic way. He’s now become an African. Betty Gates, after becoming an Arthur Murray teacher, liked it so well that she has gone to Alaska to teach the folks up there how to jitterbug to keep warm. “I went to a baseball game not too long ago and saw Buddy Briscoe playing at third for the Yankees. Barbara Nichols was sitting in her box trying to control the Briscoe triplets.” “Say, Oscar, did Eddie Bissett want to work with agriculture ? Somebody told me he started in the carrier pigeon business.” “Yes, he crossed one of his carrier pigeons with a woodpecker so the bird could deliver the message and also knock on the door. He’s making millions too! “Alice Clement has been quite successful in secretarial work. Old age is creeping up for she is now on her last lap. “Cindy Hamilton and Jane Alice Chinn made their way over to Europe where they can practice their arts. There is a possibility of looking up Montine Calloway who is studying in Paris. Trouble is, we haven’t found out what. Speaking of art, Shfrley Zentz is using her artistic ability in making a new home. “Since Sibyl Parks has become librarian the Dewey decimal system has been done away with and the Truman decimal system is now used. “Pat Dalton has gone to Canada and is progressing with her French. She can now say, ‘Je vous aime, Je vous adore’—What more do you want! “Carolyn Mobley has gone to Australia to work for the foreign legion. In her spare time she is giving piano recitals. Gretchen Paffenbarger has recently made records of music so soothing that she uses them in her dentist office to enable the patients to forget the pain but feel the same. “Billy Redifer is one of the prominent Rockville lawyers of today. He is working on another case. And we thought he was going to be a prohibitionist. 30 ClaAA Prophecy “Betty Soper has invented a new kind of atomic food. You take one pill a year and it supplies one with all food needs. The only trouble is that she’s running our farmers out of business.” “By the way, I wonder how Neill Davis and Jimmy Louthan are coming along.” “1 guess Betty Soper isn’t running them out of business. They’re dairy farming down in the Nile River Valley.” “William Crim has decided the Navy is the best life. He’s progressed quite a bit and is now rear-admiral of the Spanish Fleet. Betty Mullican and Dorothy Russman got so interested in cook-outs through the Girl Scouts, they gladly accepted a job as his chief cooks and bottle washers.” “Charles Pettitt and Chester Parker liked their surveying so much they exhausted the possibilities in the United States. One might find them now at the South Pole.” “Mescal Davis has invented a sort of Frankenstein which will perform all the duties of a nurse. The only trouble is that just the other day when one of her patients wanted a drink of water he pushed the wrong button—thus giving the patient a bath and massage.” “Peggy Weddle seems to be enjoying life pushing Mr. Newhouse in a wheel-chair at Jean Carlin’s Old Folks Home located on the Rhine. Betty Righter has taken over his job as commercial teacher at RMHS. Dorothy Monroe and Anne Rainwater, together, invented a dictating machine into which a person can talk and which transcribes the letter directly. They achieved considerable fame but lost their jobs. “Catherine Pollen just boarded a MALE plane to Arabia to find Gene Heflin. I wonder if she wants to get a divorce or just Gene? “Sue Giauque is sailing along the Nile singing to the cows on Davis and Louthan’s dairy farm. It seems that the cows produce more milk when they listen to her lovely serenading. “Guess what? Jimmy Moneymaker has an auto repair shop in Indonesia. I wonder if he is having fun repairing those Model-T’s? Lorraine Federline, when hired for her last position was told to take dictation and make appointments. I heard she made so many appointments with her boss that she now dictates to him!” “Now that you told us all these things, Oscar, why not let us tell you some of the local news?” “Oh, yes, Jane. What have yofu heard of David Waters?” “He always wanted to be a sportswriter, but haven’t you heard that he is taking over radio, too? Let’s tune in the news cast on Sue’s portable.” “Recognize those dulcet tones?” “Listen! Flash! Marion Copping, the famed Olympic star, let Rockville down in the big track meet. We don’t know what possessed her to run the wrong way. Jack Monday and Clarence Mcarson played a game of Catch last night in the Rockville Stadium. This was a no-hit game. It is with great pleasure that I announce the success of Tiny Fawley with the Senators. She has done a good job in halting those grounders. “Getting away from sports a bit, all Dorothy Duckworth’s friends knew she would win the Miss America title. “Martha Embrey and Marie Mills arc now running a baby-sitter’s union in greater Rockville. They call it Babyteria Number One.” “We turn on our video and whom do we see but the Three Rays, Peggy, Fae, and Betty and Harry (Baker).” (continued to page 32) 31 Dot Monroe wills her stylish clothes to the future models of R. M. H. S. Barbara Nichols wills her spike heels, all 27 pairs of them, to bay Van Riper. Selma Nootcnboom wills her wonderful personality to everyone who needs improving. Gretchen Paffenbarger wills the jeep to her sister Anne. Chester Parker wills the pin oaks in front of the school to the squirrels. Sibyl Parks wills her studiousness to Jimmy Spring. Charles Pettitt wills his drafting board to Charles Harmon. Catherine Pollen wills those cunning looks to anyone who can take Alvy’s place. Lorraine Pyles wills her typewriter to Bob Faatz. Ann Rainwater wills her name back to the Indians. Betty Ray wills her brother to Charlotte Frost. Fae Ray wills lots of good advice to those looking forward to going steady. George Ray wills his canary-colored car to Bobby Chambers. Peggy Ray wills her golden tresses to all those wearing the ‘‘new look in hair-do's. Billy Redifer wills his shyness to Donna Diehl. Betty Righter wills her shorthand minutes to anyone who thinks he can read them. Dot Russman wills her red hair to Bobby Clagett. John Shattuck wills his Old Mill to Joanne Dawson. Joan Smith wills her Einstein back to Princeton. Betty Soper wills her sewing machine to Uppie Grant. Lorraine Souders wills the Girl Scout launch to the Eagle Scouts. Billy Stark wills his hula skirt to “Deacon Leighton. Betty Vaughan wills her alibis for being late to Office Practice to Barbara Cole. David Waters wills his inconvenient committee meetings to next year’s Senior Class President. Peggy Weddle wills her giggles to John Hunt. Catherine Wright wills her culinary art to Larry Dahlin. Shirley Zentz wills her jewelry to the safe-deposit box. I Senior Class of 1949 CtaAA Prcpkecif (continued from page 31) “I hear Billy Stark is quite busy these days.” “Yes, Oscar, Billy is finally Superintendent of the Bored of Education. Evelyn Miles is now his capable secretary. V ou remember his assistant in the school bank? Well, Joe Ann Miles has founded a new streamlined bank with the able assistance of Betty Heflin. They have run the Montgomery County and the Farmer’s Banking and Trust Company out of business. “Dot Luhn is now Captain of the Montgomery County Police. Helen Hutchinson has become a Lieutenant. “Selma Nootenboom is manager of the old firm at the Hardware Store. “Gillian Bairsto has long since given up any idea of returning to her house in England. She has become a permanent fixture at the British Embassy. “Alma Burnley is an usherette in Gene Bovey’s new Drive-in-Theatre in Rockville.” Well, you kids do get around, too, don’t you? You seem to know plenty about the present condition of our fellow classmates.” “Yes, Oscar.” And so to bigger and better things for all of us with lives full of profitable and worthwhile experiences. May all of the predictions of positive value made herein come to pass. Jane Alice Chinn Sue Giauque Peggy Weddle 32 I €lei)entk The Junior Class under the guidance of its advisor, Mrs. Greene, and with the counsel and assistance readily supplied by the homeroom teachers, Mr. Beall and Mr. Lugar, is enjoying the planning and sponsoring of various activities. The “Junior Jamboree,” the only event sponsored thus far, was very successful, and the class hopes that the same cooperation will be displayed in the sponsoring of all other activities for the year. The class is eagerly awaiting the Junior-Senior Prom which we hope will highlight the commencement season for the Seniors. Janice DeHaven ............................... Pauline Elder ................................ Joan Benson .................................. James Spring .................................. HOMEROOM REPRESENTATIVES Joanne Dawson................................. Patsy O’Brien ................................ Betty A. Rogge ............................... .....President Vice-President .....Secretary .....Treasurer 11-A 11-B 11-C 34 Tenth Beginning their first year in senior high school, the tenth graders, under the guidance of Mr. Keesey, elected their officers in October. The important social event of the year is the Sophomore Swing, a record dance open to the student body. A hayride and picnic arc planned for the spring session. A large number of tenth graders were accepted as members of the National Honor Society at the regular February Induction Ceremony. Leonard Senger...................................................President Laura Lee Hickman ................_.........................Pice-President Audrey Kitts ..........................................Secretary-Treasurer REPRESENTATIVES Patsy Dunn ....................................................10-A Anne Paffenbarger .............................................10-B Buddy Wire ....................................................10-C 35 I tfihth Under the guidance of Mr. Jewell and Mr. Gibson in the office and of Mr. Comly, Ninth Grade Adviser, the students selected the courses which they will follow throughout their remaining four years of school. During their first class meeting the students elected Elmer Lazarus as president; Reid McNally, vice-president; Siegrid Westfall, for the office of secretary-treasurer. With Mr. Comly, Mrs. Rusk, and Miss Abeyounis as sponsors each of the three homerooms elected its officers. The class looks forward to the annual party at Glen Echo and the graduation exercises at the close of the term. Commencement is the all-important event which advances the junior high students to the senior high as the sophomore class of 1950. REPRESENTATIVES Ernestine Brown ........................... Frank Reamer ...............-.............. Robert Walker ............................. 9-A 9-B 9-C 36 Cigktk The eighth grade which numbered 114 last year now has 105 students. The homeroom teachers, Mr. Hall, Mrs. Gurney, and Mr. Hurley have worked hard to unite them into a well-organized group. In their first meeting the eighth graders chose Shirley Burdette as their president; Robert Chambers, vice-president; Anne Burdette, secretary-treasurer. The entire grade under the supervision of Mr. Hall, Class Adviser, will participate in an afternoon sports frolic in June. Ice cream and cookies will be served at the class picnic. REPRESENTATIVES Charles Gue ......................................................8-J Stephen Hardy.....................................................8-B Patricia Pickett..................................................8-C 37 Seventh Through the portals of RMHS, in the fall of ’48, came approximately one hundred and sixty scared and hopeful seventh graders. Miss Bowling, Mrs. Burrus, Miss Davey, and Mr. Smith accepted the great responsibility of being the seventh grade homeroom teachers. Their sponsor, Miss Bowling, came to our school this year. These teachers have diligently tried to teach the newcomers the rules and regulations of the school. The seventh graders chose William Radcliffe as president, Dennis Beall as vice-president, and James Ward as secretary-treasurer. The class decided to use the class allotment from the Activity Fund for their Playday and refreshments in the Spring. REPRESENTATIVES Joe Bride....................................................7-A Frances Grogg ...............................................7-B Leon Magruder ...............................................7-C Tommy Whitaker ..............................................7-D 38 ClaAAeA and enaiceA The F. E. Club is the activity outgrowth of the class in Landscape Planning for the junior and senior Vocational students. These are the future engineers who built the football gridiron and the baseball diamond, and are doing the construction work on the Wild Life Refuge Areas. Officers: Chester Parker, President; Benny Price, Vice President; Clarence Mearson, Secretary; Charles Pettitt, T rcusurer. Boys mechanically inclined have been offered, for the first time, a practical laboratory course in auto machine shop. Work on actual motor and chassis difficulties is part of the daily experience supervised by Mr. Keesey. The Driver Training Course at R.M.H.S. consists of both classroom work and actual behind-the-wheel training. In the classroom, the serious responsibilities of drivers and good driving practices are emphasized, while in the dual-control automobile, learning to drive safely, sanely and with a sportsmanlike attitude is the aim. Statistics show that about three out of four people will either own or learn to drive an automobile. With this in mind, it is hoped that all future eleventh graders in R.M.H.S. will plan to take advantage of the course. This group with the Home Economics Department sponsored the Rockville Community Fair, a new and successful project. The course in agriculture was instituted this year. Under the instruction of Mr. Thompson, the boys are learning scientific farming. Field trips have added to their enjoyment of the course. The class has organized its chapter of Future Farmers of America. Knowledge gained today means a wider spread of knowledge tomorrow. The library has one main purpose: to give knowledge and enjoyment to the students. A real library must be the heart of a school All courses and subjects should be kept alive through its materials. The library tries to encourage reading for pleasure and reading for information. Demonstrations of the type pictured are a frequent learning experience of the girls who elect Home Economics. The course includes cooking, sewing, child care, home nursing, and personal improvement which helps the girls to be good homemakers. The instructors arc Miss Davey and Mrs. Burruss. Members of the Business Organization class, as well as those of the Banking class, put their classwork to actual practice by serving as cashiers in the cafeteria. The class, directed by Miss Brown, enjoys the work opportunity. Art Metal and Woodworking classes provide opportunity for composition and design of art objects and the construction and finishing of furniture. The skills learned lead to profitable vocations. I £tu jent For a number of years the Student Government has been in operation at Richard Montgomery High School. With the passing of each year this body has tried fully to represent the students. Each homeroom is represented in this school government through one representative. The representative is chosen at the beginning of each school year by popular election. His duty is to attend all Student Government meetings and to carry back to his homeroom all business acted upon at these meetings. Our organization has been a member of the National Association of Student Councils for the past two years. Representatives from our school are sent to the annual meeting of the National Association to exchange and acquire suggestions on the betterment of student councils. Under the guidance of their adviser, Mr. Comly, and the cooperation of faculty and students, we feel the Student Government has made many improvements and will become an even greater asset to the school. Eugene Heflin Jean Carlin . Alice Clement Joe Ann Miles .....President Vice-President .....Secretary ....Treasurer 42 CoHethtneht Corresponding to the executive department of the Federal Government, the President’s Cabinet serves as an advisory committee. The members of the Cabinet are appointed by the president with the approval of the Faculty and the Student Government. It is the duty of the President to see that each member fulfills his responsibilities. There are nine members: Secretary of Sportsmanship (Boys).........................Robert Headley Secretary of Sportsmanship (Girls)........................Marion Copping Secretary of Publications................................Wallace Comegys Secretary of Welfare .........................................JUDITH ABBE Secretary of Social Activities..........................................Sue Giauque Secretary of Safety.................................................Dorothy Luhn Secretary of Assemblies..................................Lucinda Hamilton Treasurer.................................................Joe Ann Miles Secretary to the Cabinet..................................Betty Righter If he 1999 pocket The Rocket Staff is the organization in charge of publishing the yearbook. It is composed of a majority of seniors with the help of underclassmen so they may in future years understand how the Rocket is written and published. The Staff is divided into such committees as Art, Publicity, Sales, and underclass committee composed of sophomores and juniors. All these committees work under the Editor-in-Chief, Wallace Comegys; the Associate Editor, Gretchen Paffen-barger; the Business Manager, David Waters; and the Adviser, Miss Will. The Rocket Staff sincerely hopes that the 1949 Rocket successfully represents Richard Montgomery and all its activities. 44 Tide Editor-in-chief Wallace Comegys Associate Editors George Mellott Bob Headley Assignment Editor David Waters Sports Editor Jack Monday Art Editors Charlotte Frost Lucille Campbell Circulation Manager Louise Cecil Reporters Joanne Dawson Billy Redifer Donna Diehl Typists Peggy Weddle Eugene Heflin Betty Rightcr Art Adviser Miss Day Publishing Adviser Mr. Newhouse Staff Adviser Miss Abeyounis Students Pnduce “Tide Tide, our bi-monthly publication, is the work of sixteen students of the Journalism, typing, and art classes. Other students contribute from time to time. Wallace Comegys as Secretary of Publications serves as Editor-in-Chief. Copy is written and edited under the capable instruction of Miss Abeyounis. Publication by mimeograph is supervised by Mr. Newhouse. Art work, under the direction of Miss Day, has enlivened the appearance of Tide. “Tide Honored The Critical Service offered by Quill and Scroll, International Honor Society for High School Journalists, has honored our newspaper with the presentation of the Second Place Award. The editorials, news items, sports articles, and feature stories which are so popular with our students received favorable comment. The Staff is entering the paper again this year and hopes that efforts to bring about the improvements recommended by Critical Service have in large measures been successful. Quilt and Scroll Application fflade for tflembership Membership in the Columbia Scholastic Press Association is the aspiration of every secondary school newspaper staff. Application has recently been made by the adviser. Acceptance to membership is largely determined by the quality of the journalistic and format work produced by the staff. Cashiers .................................. JoE Ann MlI.ES, BlLLY STARK President ................................................ Lorraine Souders Pice-President .................................................James Kinc Secretary ......................................................Billy Stark The Richard Montgomery High School Bank, chartered by the State of Maryland on February 7, 1928, is completing its twentieth year of operation as a branch of the Farmers Banking and Trust Company. The capital stock is divided into 1200 shares of which a stockholder may purchase a maximum of 50 at 10 cents per share. The directors elected by the stockholders meet and choose their officers who serve during one school year. The handling of all funds of school activities and classes, of personal accounts of students and teachers, and of payments of utility bills serves as practical experience for the members of the banking class. The members of the class efficiently operate the facilities of the bank as bookkeepers, typists, clerks, and cashiers, under the direction of Miss Brown, school treasurer and bank adviser. Rational tjcncr £ocietif The purposes of the Edna E. Hauke Chapter of the National Honor Society are to create an enthusiasm for scholarship, to stimulate a desire to render service, to promote worthy leadership, and to encourage the development of character in the students cf R. M. H. S. The mid-year induction of new members, in a candle-light ceremony, was held in February. The society, under the guidance of Miss Will, again sponsored the Spring Clean-Up Day. The tea for the new members and the faculty was the main social event of the year. Wallace Comegys ............................................President Bob Headley ................................................Vice-President Lorraine Federline ........................................ Secretary Joe Ann Milns ...................................... ..Treasurer 47 Tribunal The Tribunal is the judicial branch of the patrol. In this court cases are tried and demerits deemed necessary are given by a group composed of the Secretary of Safety, the principal, the adviser, one other member of the faculty, members of the patrol, and a non-patrol member of the student body. The Secretary of Safety, Dorothy Luhn, serves as presiding officer. Patrol The Patrol is functioning more smoothly each year. There have been few complaints about running, going to lockers between classes, or shouting in the halls. The division of the organization into Senior High and Junior High hall patrol, Cafeteria, Ground, and Bus patrols has facilitated its operation. Each unit has succeeded in meeting its responsibilities so well that movements of the student body from place to place have been affected with a minimum of difficulty. “Courtesy, Cooperation and Control” is the excellent motto which the members of the patrol have upheld. Grateful appreciation is extended to Mr. Gibson, the adviser, for his efficient administration of the organization. Secretary of Safety ....................................Dorothy Luhn Secretary .............................................. Betty Richter Captains Upper Hall ....................................Helen Hutchinson Lower Hall...........................................Upton Grant Cafeteria ........................................... N eill Davis Ground ....................................................Chester Parker Bus ............................................... Laura Fawley SENIOR HIGH “THIS IS WHAT WE’LL DO . . . and Patrol JUNIOR HIGH HALL PATROL HALL PATROL CAFETERIA, BUS, AND GROUNDS PATROLS (jlee Did you hear those basses, baritone, and tenors in the chorus? The increase in males voice has been a welcome addition to the club. The girls who make up over hvo-thirds of the membership provide many superior solo voices. Director de Vermond’s interest is matched only by the pleasures the Glee Club affords its audiences. Saton [u irlerA Interest in baton twirling was first shown this past fall. The girls led by Donna Diehl and Charlotte Frost spend long hours in practice. Their efforts have been enthusiastically received by the students. 50 Sand There have been some changes made! . . . Newly acquired uniforms . . . more instruments . . . greater number of players . . . two periods of practice each week ... the director vitally interested in the band’s progress . . . increased interest shown by the student body . . . and martial music at the football games. The adviser, Mrs. dc Vcrmond, has given even more of her apparently inexhaustible energy to the band, providing opportunity for its participation in school activities. President .......................................George Mellott Adviser .......................................Mrs. de Vermond Director ..............................................Mr. Lauer 51 flMemblieA Representative of efforts to improve the quality and quantity of assembly offering is the National Honor Assembly pictured. Most programs have been based on pupil participation. Attendance by patrons has been urged so that more members of the community may have an opportunity to view the activities of the school. Mrs. de Vermond, faculty adviser, and Lucinda Hamilton, serving her second year as Secretary of Assemblies, have been unstinting with their time and energy. As la result, the seasonal assemblies were interestingly presented and well received. projector Club This year the Projector Club, under the able direction of Mr. Lugar, opened its doors to boys and girls of all grades. The enrollment more than doubled that of last year. The old members trained the new. The faculty and students have been able to enjoy more frequent use of educational pictures as a result of the work of these projectionists. They have made possible a greater expansion of the audio-visual aids program. 52 'Jcctball Memories of the football season will always linger with us, highlights that can never be forgotten . . . The impressive game against Blair before a crowd of home-town followers . . . The new school record of points scored . . . Student following at the games away from home . . . Fighting spirit of the squad . . . The last but most exciting memory, the season-capping victory over Gaithersburg in a sea of mud. to ctub Membership in the “M” Club is restricted to those boys who have earned their letters participating in varsity football, basketball, baseball, and track. Recognition of new members is made at the Awards Assembly each June. The following boys have earned letters in three or more sports: Bob Duley, Upton Grant, Bob Headley, Howard Leighton, Bill Redifer and Paul Violette. WINS AND LOSSES R. M. H. S.. 7 DEV ITT 18 R. M. H. S.. 25 HERNDON 6 R. M. H. S.. 34 FREDERICK 20 R. M. H. S.. 19 BLAIR 25 R. M. H. S.. 25 N. T. S 0 R. M. H. S.. 13 SHERWOOD 0 R. M. H. S. 7 BETHESDA 32 R. M. H. S. 19 GAITHERSBURG 2 £cccet Boasting no veteran players, because soccer is a new sport this year for R. M. H. S. girls, the team, nevertheless, made an excellent showing by winning five and tying one of its eight games. The team gives credit for its success to the coaching of Miss Cockburn. Fay Van Riper and Louise Cecil were co-managers. Every girl’s ambition was to be one of the eleven players on the squad to make the honor team. Those girls to receive the high honor were Barbara Cole, Marion Copping, Joanne Dawson, Donna Diehl, Dorothy Duckworth, Charlotte Frost, Pat Greene, Pat O’Brien, Pat Peake, Pat Wheeler, and Anne Wilson. 55 I A A EXECUTIVE OFFICERS Sue Giauque ................................................President Charlotte Frost .......................................Vice-President Lorraine Federune ..........................................Secretary Dorothy Duckworth ..........................................Treasurer The G. A. A. under its new constitution meets four times a year. The programs are planned in advance by the Executive Council, which consists of the four officers, three Senior, three Junior, and two Sophomore representatives, and its Adviser, Miss Cockburn. Although the constitution was written last year, there were numerous odds and ends to be polished up by the Council before the first G. A. A. meeting. The first meeting was a candle-light induction ceremony. The members took pledges, and there was a guest speaker. The G. A. A.’s main objective is “to stimulate and organize a wholesome program of Physical Education, which will contribute to the all-round development of our girls.” Cheerleader The members of the cheering squad are chosen by the sponsors and the secretaries of sportsmanship Seven regulars and two substitutes were selected from the twenty girls whose try-outs showed their willingness to give up participation in other activities. Ably captained by Dot Luhn, and spurred to greater effort by Mr. Comly, the squad has worked to build up school spirit. Pep rallies were held to encourage student support. Squad: Dot Luhn, Judy Abbe, Lucille Campbell, Pat Dalton, Ruth Rokahr, Audrey Kitts, Cookie Embrey. Substitutes: Sue Hutchinson, Lorraine Umberger. Losing not one of last year’s letter girls, the team is looking forward to another sparkling year. There was a tremendous turn-out for basketball and all the girls tried desperately to become one of the twelve members of the Varsity team of 1949. Annabclle Adams is the manager of the team again this year. M iss Cockburn, repeating her success as coach at R. M. H. S. before the war, receives our grateful admiration for last year’s winning of local, shore and state championships for Class C schools. She anticipates another successful season. The twelve girls to make the Varsity Squad are: Barbara Coffin, Barbara Cole, Marion Copping, Joanne Dawson, Charlotte Frost, Pat O’Brien, Jean Carlin, Jane Alice Chinn, Donna Diehl, Dorothy Duckworth, Lorraine Federline, and Sue Giauque. Jean Carlin and Lorraine Federline are co-captains. During the illness of Coach Cockburn, Miss Audrey Wiggins coached the basketball squad. SaAketltall Jatf Vee Supplementing the Varsity, the Jay Vee team is made up of those girls who need playing experience. They have opportunity t o participate through the Jay Vee schedule. The girls, under the coaching of Miss Cockburn and under the co-captains, Laura Lee Hickman and Pat Wheeler, look forward to a successful season. Inspired by the capable coaching of Mr. Cross, the Rockets fought hard but were unable to win many games. Although sometimes they were the underdogs, the boys showed the traditional Richard Montgomery fighting spirit and sportsmanship. Brodies spectacular set shots and the competent backboard play of Headley and Duley were valuable assets to the Orange and Black hopes. Zebe Brodie Upton Gram Bob Duley M ax Downs Howard Leighton Bob Headley Billy Floyd Bradley Karn Dallas Cooper Joe Harding Stewart Magruder Jake Trevey M SaAeball i April 5—RMHS at Bethesda 8—RMHS at Bladensburg 12—RMHS vs. Devitt 20—RMHS vs. Poolesville 22—RMHS vs. Bethesda 26—RMHS vs. Sherwood 29—RMHS at Damascus May 3—RMHS at Priory 6—RMHS vs. Bladensburg 10— RMHS at Poolesville 13—RMHS vs. Gaithersburg 17—RMHS at Sherwood 20—RMHS at Mt. Rainer 24—RMHS at Devitt 27—RMHS vs. Damascus The resounding crack and the swish of batted balls ushers in the spring sports season. Thirty-two enthusiastic boys rent the air with shouts of “Whadda ya want? A perfect ball?” . . . “Batter up!” . . . “Ah, Ump, you know that was good!” ...“Slide!” Coach Smith forecasts more wins than losses for the season. Only two of last year’s starting nine are not present. The year’s experience should prove valuable to the pitching staff. 60 Volleyball As a varsity sport, Volleyball was re-instituted last year. The girls enjoyed a highly successful season, losing only two of their sixteen games. With most of last year’s squad and many newcomers, largely from the tenth and eleventh grades, the team expects to make a commendable showing. The Varsity Squad will be composed of two teams, as in soccer and softball, from which an honor team of eight members will he selected. The duties of manager are shared by Annabelle Adams and Jean Watkins. Coach Cockburn and Miss Aurdev Wiggins share the coaching responsibilities and have successfully instilled the qualities of good sportsmanship in team play. £oftbatl 1 he girls in Varsity Softball this year are determined to keep up that winning streak that began last spring. With many letter girls and last year’s managers, Jane Alice Chinn and Anne Wilson, the future looks promising. Each year the home games are attended by an increasing number of the student body. Credit for the team's success is gratefully extended to Coach Cockburn. PatrchA To the many friends who have graciously given their cooperation and support, we extend our sincere appreciation for making the 1949 school yearbook possible. Patents Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Abbe Mr. and Mrs. Woodward Adams Mr. and Mrs. Henry Baker Mr. and Mrs. John E. Bissett Mr. and Mrs. James S. Bovey Mr. and Mrs. Charles C. Briscoe Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Brodie Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Burnley Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Carlin Mr. and Mrs. Raleigh S. Chinn Mr. and Mrs. William S. Clement Mr. and Mrs. Cornelius Comegys Captain and Mrs. B. S. Copping Mr. and Mrs. C. S. Crim Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Day Dr. and Mrs. A. T. Dalton Mr. and Mrs. Marshall Davis Mr. A. V. Davis Mr. and Mrs. Henry Duckworth Mr. and Mrs. H. W. Embrey Mr. and Mrs. Louis F. Federline Mr. and Mrs. Oscar T. Fraley Mr. and Mrs. I. F. Gates Mr. and Mrs. C. D. Giauque Mr. and Mrs. S. Murray Hamilton Mr. and Mrs. Claude A. Hazard Mr. and Mrs. Robert Heflin Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Heflin Mr. and Mrs. Earl Henderson Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Hutchinson Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Luhn Mr. and Mrs. Lester Messick Mrs. Dora E. Miles Mr. and Mrs. Garnett Mills Mr. and Mrs. Basil Mobley Mr. and Mrs. M. P. Moneymaker Mr. and Mrs. Lee Moulden Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Mullican Mr. and Mrs. Leo Nichols Mrs. Anna Nootenboom Dr. and Mrs. George C. Paffenbarger Mr. George M. Parker Mr. and Mrs. Norman Parks Mrs. Ruth Pettitt Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Pollen Mr. and Mrs. Norman Pyles Mr. and Mrs. R. C. Rainwater Mr. and Mrs. George Ray, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Ray Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Ray Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Redifer Mr. and Mrs. A. R. Righter Mr. and Mrs. Norman Russman Mr. and Mrs. J. Roy Souders Sgt. Frank Soper Mr. and Mrs. William R. Stark Mr. and Mrs. R. B. Vaughan Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Waters Mr. D. R. Weddle Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Wright Mr. and Mrs. R. R. Zentz Mr. Louis H. Bennett Mr. and Mrs. F. I.. Campbell Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Cecil Mr. and Mrs. D. F. Dunn Mr. and Mrs. John P. Keiser Mr. and Mrs. H. Leighton Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth II. Rcichard Mr. Arthur L. Watkins Mr. and Mrs. John T. Ward Mr. and Mrs. M. E. Ward Alumni M iss Barbara L. Adamson Mr. and Mrs. George R. Ankney Mr. and Mrs. Thomas F. Baker “Reds” Bane Miss Mary Jo Berrier Miss Betty Jane Butt Mr. and Mrs. Milton E. Clogg M iss Doris Curtis Mr. Oscar Dodd Mr. Charles W. Embrey Miss Anna Mae Fawley Mr. and Mrs. Richard E. Hainley Mr. George Hathaway Mr. Jack Hawkins Miss Norma Hersberger Mr. Harry R. Huffer Mr. Lee Hocker Miss Doris King Miss Kathryn Kirby Mr. Bernard T. Kitts Miss Alice Leighton Miss E. W. Leighton “Moose” Mr. “Nick” Nicholson Miss Juanita C. Parker Miss Charlotte Ann Parks Miss Betty Peake Miss Joyce J. Perry Miss Louise Reid Miss Mary Jane Snouffer Mr. Daniel Testerman Mr. Bill Wisner Mr. Albert Wratten Jacultlj Miss Pauline Abeyounis Mr. Harry S. Beall, Sr. Miss Martha E. Bowling Miss Kay Bullion Mrs. Laura S. Burruss Miss Lillian E. Brown Mr. James G. Cross Miss Alice J. Davey Miss Helen Day Mrs. Mary F. de Vermond Miss Beatrice Donovan Mr. Robert A. Gibson Mrs. Elizabeth E. Gurney Mrs. Dorothea B. Greene Mr. William P. Hall Miss Edna E. Hauke Mr. William Lauer Mr. Howard L. Newhouse Mrs. Winona Reed Mrs. Elaine Rusk Mr. Robert H. Smith Mr. J. J. Taralio Miss Fern Will Mr. J. W. Wisner Classes and Organisations Driver Training Class Future Farmers of America G. A. A. La Classe de fran aise La Clase de Espanol National Honor Society Stationery Corner Student Government 62 (ZeligicuA OrgahijaticHA Rev. William B. Adams Baptist Church of Rockville St. Mary’s Church Father J. Gilbert Hann Father Gregory Echle Methodist Church of Rockville Rockville Christian Church JriendA Mr. and Mrs. John Brewer Mr. and Mrs. Paul Brunett Mr. Robert E. Bowman Mr. Dorsey Clark Mr. and Mrs. William Coleman Mr. and Mrs. John Dawson Miss Rose Dawson Captain Kai de Vermond Mr. and Mrs. Ike Durbin M. J. Eader ‘‘Tiny” Fawley A Friend Miss Sadie Gladwin Mr. David Grogan Mrs. D. 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