Ridgefield High School - Caudatowan Yearbook (Ridgefield, CT)

Text from Pages 1 - 64 of the 1948 volume:

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FRANK SERFILIPPI ' A.f.ri.ttant.r.' Paul Franzniann, Betty Ann Brady, Miriam Mullen, Betty Casey, Meera McCuaig, Eleanor Ertman. P1-xo'rocnAPx-rv Enrron ........................................................................ BRUCE I-IAEGER Ar.ri:tant.f: Phil Keeler, Bob May, Marion Hustis, Paul Franzmann, Florence Erklauer, Ralph Moser. ART Enrrox ........................................................................................... JOAN CARBONI A.r.riJtant.r.' Meera McCuaig, joan Dioguardi, Dick Carboni, Jackie Magill, Don Allan. Samoa CLASS Bnrrons .......... ...... M ARIE MORELLI AND DON ALLAN UNDBRCLASS EDITOR ................................................................................. SARA BEDINI Ar.riJtant.r: -Acrlvmns ........... - A.r.ri:zmm.' Iiiorroa .. Xigriirtaivs: Carl Scala, joe Morganti, Carl Shepard, Betty Casey, Lucille Paterniani, Ann Morrisroe, Shirley Peterson, Joyce Brown. Caroline Norton, Betty Casey, Marie Morelli, Miriam Mullen. JOHN LEE Florence Erklauer, Marie Morelli, joe Morganri, Carl Shepard, Frank Serfilippi, Paul Franzmann, Fabio Biagiotti, Glen Ander- son, Ellen Norton, Barbara Peterson. ......... MR. C. CROUCHLEY AND MR. S. MARINO DEDICATION MR. VAN MILLER We dedicate the 1948 edition of the Caudatowan to Mr. Van Miller, whose friendship and loyal help made a Ridgefield Yearbook possible. During the years September 1942 and September 1947, when Mr. Miller served as .superintendent of schools, he instigated many reforms in the school. These reforms not only made a more modern school but also a more cooperative student body. Mr. Miller left a hne example for us to follow because he always advanced the ideas of equality, loyalty, kindness, and dependability. The students of Ridgefield School appreciate all he did for us, and are glad to publicly thank him and wish good luck to a fine educator. FACULTY rg , ff or R jvc , 4 few, Q We px RN '4 f' f I 4 3 iq f X K 1 ff J V lm The Peter-Parley Schoolhouse in West Lane I N 1 Y we Mm .. x fr -, Li Wh fi M Y, Wm Y' Ny Rh lm N 'Q , A To the Yearbook Staff and those who worked to make this issue possible, my congratulations. After ex- amining the pages of this book I am sure that the citizens of Ridgefield will become increasingly aware of the wide range of activities in which our students parti- cipate and the opportunities afforded for the develop- ment of good citizens. CLIFFORD A. HOLLERAN, Acting Superintendent -J ya fi .l':'-' Clifford A. Holleran Acting Superintendent Chemirrrqi ADMINISTRATION Ralph J. Kasper Acting Principal Mutbematirr, Phyrim' The appearance of this, the third edition of the Caudatowan will in itself mark with success the efforts of the Yearbook Staff and its Sponsors. This year they have repeatedly been beset with difficulties which a less determined group might well have accepted as insurmountable. The will to win has been evidenced in the spirit of co-operation and the willingness on the part of individual staff members to do a little more than their share of the necessary work. May this spirit be multiplied and strengthened throughout the entire school till every project under- taken in the name of Ridgefield High will have the unstinted support of every member of the student body and faculty alike. RALPH J. KASPBR, Acting Prinripal . if 'fx- .L hx L. . wa kv I .K gg, .55 w -M 414 Liv. 5 wel. . Y H 91 1 'fa William W. Allen Elizabeth Bolanil Mary M. Boland Eleanor L- Bllfllifk Bomxr' Phyrical Education Matbematiaf Englirb Eflilllilf Sfjgnfg Votalional Coumelor 1 'lf 0 if s gl t 4 s -Ab'LaL A f' 'Ili' l V ' , - X ll . ' .171 CF' i iii , .. ,f if Qfffiw as , wi JZ' 1- A pf :Qi Q- ml ff 'FQ .. 544 Chaflfs D- Cf0f1ChlfY, .ll'- mane A. Dale Elsa L. Hartmann Josephine M. Hearst Wflflfl HUIUU' Englixb Junior High Social Sludiei ,lnnior High Social Srmlie Voralzonal Counrelof Em,mmfU Velefanfr Aflrimr Anthony jevarjian I d .IA Santo L. Marino Mrs. Arnold B. Nash Mafgafff O'SUlliV2fl MecZ4Zg:7Df:fji,m Social Srurlier, Biology Home Eronomirf Girly' Pbgijxzluliduration Vocational Counxelor Robert A, Rowe Mrs,MefvinW.whi1c0mb 8 Ruth E. Wills Levio G. Zandfi Mum- Sgpervimf Art Supenfifor Foreign Languagei Bllffflllf THE SENIORS The Keeler Tavern on Main Street ,-l S PRESIDENT PHILLIP RUSSELL KEELER Phil Born January 28, 1931 On a Jcootef built for two. ' Class President-25 Dramatics-25 Yearbook Staff-2g Hilltop Dispatch- lg Football-lg Hi-Y-2g Student Council-lg Gym-1. , Returned from California to lead the Class of '48 g has done a good job . Has private interests in the cheering squad . . . One of the many outdoorrmen of the class. VICE-PRESIDENT BRUCE EDWIN HAEGER Fanzy Born December 9, 1929 Rich in good works. President of Student Council-lg Senior Vice-Presidentg Yearbook Staff- lg Executive Board-lg Orchestra-2g Band-23 Hi-Y-2g Opera Guild- lg Football-lg Track-2. l Bruce came to us from the land of the bean and cod . . . Has been working ever since . . . Plays a mean clarinet. Wrote the class motto and song. SECRETARY MARIE AGNES BELLAGAMBA Pepie Born March 21, 1930 Ye have many rtringr to your bow. Class Secretary-lg Yearbook Editor-lg Executive Board-lg Journal- ism-2g Hilltop Dispatch-2g Gym-3g Basketball-3g Library Service-lg Opera Guild-2. Yearbook editor . . . Always seen rushing through the halls . . . Active journalist . . . Never shy or bashful . . . Pep of the girls basketball games . . . Two words to you: Drop dead! TREASURER FLORENCE VANSON ERKLAUER Born September 5, 1930 'The .the will talk-good god! bow rlae will talk! Treasurer-2g Dramatic Club-2g Hilltop Dispatch-lg Yearbook- Gym-3g Opera Guild-33 Student Council-lg Secre- Y 2' Library -lg Advanced Biology-1. but nice . . . One of the active girls of our class . . . When am man? . . . Born leader . . . Pep of the cheering squad . . . rd an especially good job in Ever Since Eve. DONALD GEORGE ALLAN Don Born September 2, 1950 Then a-hunting we will go. Glee Club--25 Student Council-lg Yearbook Staff-lg Sophomore Vice- President-lg Hi-Y-1. Laugh, I thought I'd die! . . . Likes hunting and fishing, but shows little interest in school sports . . . Hopes to spend the rest of his life travel- ling . . . That's buffedf' WOODFORD RAYMOND BAXTER Woofey Born November 30, 1929 Men of few word! are the her! men. Gym-5, Dramatics-1, Hilltop Dispatch-1. Woofey's a handy man-especially on stage sets . . . Something of a poet, too . . . Can be seen rather often heading for Wilton in his souped- up jalopy. BERNICE MARIE BEDINI Bunny Born june 21, 1930 Ye have done meritoriour .rervice. Gym-45 Music-4, Opera Guild Officer--33 Athletic Committee-2, 23 Executive Board-2g Student Council-2g Basketball-5. Leave it to me . . . Hilltop Dispatch Editor . . . Oh, Frankie! . . . Never has to put her hair up . . . Active but sometimes quiet and moody . . . Very considerate . . . She and Janice. ELIZABETH ANN BRADY Betty Ann Born February 25, 1930 Anything for a quiet life. Dramatic Club-2g Yearbook-13 Opera Guild-3g Gym-lg Home Economics-1. Her quiet manner will help in nursing . . . Never heard much from her . . . Chemistry, oh, Chemistry! . . . Handy with the make-up kit in Dramatics. I1 Cheerleading--33 Dramatics-1g Hilltop Dispatch--4, Editor-2, Hi-Y- ELIZABETH JANE CASEY Casey Born February 20, 1930 Variety ir the rpice of life. Opera Guild-lg Dramatic Club-2g Home Economics-lg Yearbook-1g Glee Club-1. Always with a new hairdo or boy friend . . . A great big smile . . . Good in dramatics, especially in monologue . . . My little sister. DOROTHY DIANE DETZER Bitsy Born May 13, 1930 I disagree with what you my, but I will defend unto death, your right to my it. Glee Club-lg Opera Guild-2. Hawaii . . . Slow and melancholy . . . Good speaker . . . Yes, yes, that's right . . . Her hairdos! . . . Usually always on the minority side of a dispute . . . A dreamer. KENNETH DODSON Skinny Born August 50, 1930 Oh how l hate to get up in the morning. Glee Club-3g Dramatics- lg Basketball--25 Hilltop Dispatch-lg Gym-3. Ken is quiet but witty at times . . . Smart in class and always ready with a helping hand. ELEANOR DELORES ERTMAN El Born July 27, 1950 ' Friend! I hnow not which way I mutt look. Student Council-35 School Service Medalg School Dance Committee-2g Team--24 First Aid to Home Nursing-2g Secretary for Dean's Dine-1. V A Very serious minded . . . Those faces! . . . Never without a word . . . is out gain . . . Piff-Piff' '... That beautiful blonde hair . . . for Flossie's reputation as a talker. PAUL MATTHEW FRANZMANN Yammo Born December 6, 1930 The flower of our young manhood. Gym-lg Dramatics-2g Yearbook-2g Hilltop Dispatch-lg Executive Board-lg Football Manager-lg Hi-Y-3. Yam's been a good stage manager for two plays . . . We hear he's a good farmer, too , . . A ready smile and lots of help when needed by the class. OTTO FRANCIS GIAMBARTOLOMEI Ot Born January 30, 1930 Marriage if a nooref' Gym-3g Glee Club-2g Library Service-lg Dramatics-l. Ot doesn't care much for the girls, but he's a crack shot with that 16-gauge. Hopes to live in the woods and let the rest of the world drift by. VINCENT JAMES GIAMBARTOLOMEI, JR. Unke Born February 9, 1931 I lauglfd :ill I cried. Gym-Ig Yearbook Staff-15 Hi-Y-1g Glee Club-2 CVice-President, 15. Continually laughing-thats Unke . . . Another grocery boy . . . His true love is trucks . . . A friend to all . . . Go home and sleep. NANCY ANN HARTMANN HN. A. Born February 3, 1931 Love me, love my dog. Gym-35 Library-2g Opera Guild-33 Glee Club-2g Advanced Biol- ogy-15 Hilltop Dispatch-2. One of our less noisy pupils . . . Music lover . . . A volunteer when the class needs her . . . taking after her Aunt in helping in School Library . . . Her Saint Bernard. 'I3 JAN ICE CLAIRE HUNT jan Born April 4, 1930 Now for good luck, can an old Jboe after me. Glee Club-31 Dramatic Club-1, Gym-3g Library-1, Class Secretary- 2g Student Council-2, Executive Board -2, Secretary of Executive Board-1, Basketball-13 Hi-Y-2g Cheerleader-lg Hilltop Dispatch-2, Advanced Biology-1. Interested in nursing and Johnny . . . Helped to make the Advanced Biology class a success . . . Bakery's right hand . . . Nice smile . . . Oh, am I sleepy. MARION ELIZABETH HUSTIS Marion Born February 26, 1931 To err if human, to forgive devinef' Dramatic Club-25 Secretary-1g Student Council-lg Opera Guild-3, Treasurer- 1, Glee Club - lg Hilltop Dispatch - 2, Yearbook - 1g Hi-Y-1. A friend to all- I disagree . . . Remember Ever Since Eve? Has an independent mind . . . A knack for giving advice . . . Always ready to back the cheerleaders . . . Come on, more spirit. MARY LOUISE KASPER Kappie Born August 4, 1930 After 4 .rtorm comer 4 calm. Gym-3, Glee Club-2g Home Economics-lg Band-2g Orchestra-1, Opera Guild-3, Basketball-2, Dramatic Club-lg Hi-Y-3, Treasurer- lg Student Council-Ig Library-2, Advanced Biology-1, Cheerlead- ing-1. Hard worker . . . Has a mind of her own . . . Has an awful temper . . . How's your flute, Mary Lou? . . . Drives her father's car at noon hours . . . Really trying in cheerleading . . . Going to be our future Dental Hygienist . . . Blushes very easily! JOHN PAUL LEE johnny Born October 19, 1950 There Jtudiour, let me Jil. Gym-55 Hi-Y-2, Dramatics-13 Yearbook Staff-lg Hilltop Dispatch- lg journalism-lg junior Vice-President. Played the lead in Ever Since Eve and Almost Eighteen, and played them well . . . Appears to be a woman hater . . . Aw, shucks . . . A good sport and a hard worker, always willing to help the class. I4 l HARRY OLIVER LOCKWOOD Bull Born April 15, 1950 AI my own joker, I muff laugh. Football-2 QManager, l lg Gym-5. Harry can often be seen heading for Wilton . . . Always willing to give you a lift in his oil-burner . . , Now that ain't right--let me show ya. ROBERT FRANK MAY Wally Born june 29, 1930 I keep my nore to the grimirlonef' Dramatics-2g Glee Club-lg Opera Guild-1g Hilltop Dispatch-1g Yearbook Staff-1g Gym-2. Last year Bob would study in school by day and sweep the school by A night . . . Now it looks as though he's another grocery boy . . . Tall, with dark hair and nice personality, that's Bob! JOAN FRANCES MCCARTHY 'C0rky Born December 19, 1929 Good to be merie and wire. Home Economics-4g Library Service-3g Yearbook-1g Hilltop Dis- patch-1. Would make a good wife . . . Honest . . . Hapy-go-lucky . . . Gives out with some good brain storms . . . Bashful type . . . I don't think so . . . Handy with a needle. 'f MEERA MCCUAIG Mickie Born August 14, 1950 Ark me no quertionr and I'll tell you no fibrf' Art-35 Debate Club-1g Art Appreciation Club-15 Gym-1. A new girl this year Illinois '. . . Homework-no got . . . Saving for that trip to Paris . . . Oh, Donny! . . . Independent . . . Quite an artist . . . Back in is V 14,5 gp L . 'I hh 'lm HAROLD ADELMAR MEAD Duddy Born April 29, 1929 i In fportr I thriref' Gym-4g Dramatics-2g Student Council-lg Executive Board-lg Glee Club-53 Baseball-2g Basketball-4g Football-2. The class crooner . . . Sends the school swooning . . . Likes all kinds of sports . . . Always seems to get mixed up in debates . . . Rather reserved in manner, but has a pleasing personality . . . Learns his play lines at the last minute. ADELL EDITH MILLS Sunshine Born january 18, 1950 She maker .rweet muric with enamelfd Monet. Glee Club-43 Library-lg Gym-3. Who has my music? '... Sailors' walk ...' 'When I sing in church Gray hair already . . . Steady attendent at Fellowship . . . Seen quite fre- quently in town, .- -3 MARIE DONATA MORELLI Ma Born August 11, 1950 You tread upon my patience. Home Economics-2g Hilltop Dispatch-lg Library-Ig Cheerleading-3g Gym-45 Glee Club-lg Opera Guild-2 CVice-President 1, Secretary 139 Advanced Biology-2g Yearbook-1. Stubborn-but nice . . . bubbling over with ideas . . . good on the cheering squad . . . Stop horsing around! . . . Forever raving over televi- sion . . . Must you talk so much? MIRIAM CORRINE MULLEN Sis Born May 50, 1930 The cool hand that mother the fevered brow. Gym-2g Music-lg Dramatic Club-2g Yearbook-lg Home Eco- nomics-1. Our only red head . . . Those out-of-town fellows . . . Quiet . . . Always ready to argue . . . Helps anyone in need . . . Soft-voiced . . . Gee, I'm exhausted . . . 1 think 1 know him' '... Atlantic City . . . Pauline and I. 16 MARY CAROLINE NORTON Caroline Born April 26, 1950 Practice yourself. for betwem rake, in little zbingr, and thence proceed ' to greater. Cheerleading-lg Hi-Y-lg Gym-3, Glee Club-4g Library Service-lg Opera Guild-1. Forever kidding . . . Short and pleasingly plump . . . Friend to all . . . Honest, I'm not kidding!' '... Shakes her finger at you . . . A worried look and furrowed brow . . . A good sense of humor. ,JE DIANE O'HARE D Born june 23, 1951 A .-it A laorfef A borre! My kingdom for a hone. Gym-5g Glee Club-lg Band-23 Orchestra-lg Library-15 Advanced Biology-lg Opera Guild-5. Horses and more horses . . . Quiet, but friendly . . . Men hold no interest for her, yet . . . Her long braided hair . . . Self reliant . . . Her Latin book is her standby. PAULINE JEANNE PARIS Polly Born june 25, 1930 From ber fha!! read the perfect way! of honor. Home Economics-4, Library-2g Dramatic Club-1, Student Council-lg Secretary-1g Opera Guild-25 Hilltop Dispatch-1. Quiet . . . Can really keep a secret . . . Secretary of most activities in which she participates . . . Let's get to work . . . Business-like air . . . Always studying . . . Richie! DOROTHY LOUISE SCOTT Dotty Born May 27, 1930 Of a good begirzrzing rometlv a good end. Gym-45 Hilltop Dispatch-lg Yearbook-lg Library-2g Home Eco- nomics-4g Basketball-5, Dramatic Club-lg Opera Guild-2, Her and the Chevie-What a driver! Hey, help me with my short- hand, huh? Wtniild make a good secretary-corresponds with an Ennlish. HAROLD THOMAS SCOTT Scotty Born December 9, 1928 The more the statue growrf' Glee Club-13 Gym-1g Ice Cream Sales--2. The skyscraper of the class . . . A farmer at heart and a great lover of horses . . , A pin-boy and usher of long years standing. FRANK ALEXANDER SERFILIPPI Serf Born August 12, 1928 Who ever loved that loved not at int right? Yearbook-25 Glee Club-5g Gym-3g Dramatics-3g Football-3g Bas- ketball-Zg Hi-Y-3g Band-23 Orchestra-1g Athletic Committee-1. Lots of pep and vigor . . . A good athlete . . . Built like Charles Atlas . . . Always willing to help . . , Especially in those paper drives. GEORGE HOLMES SMITH Homis Born September 2, 1950 For the dogr, a doctor will I be, Basketball-55 Baseball-Ig Gym-33 Dramatics-25 Hi-Y-3g Executive Board-lg Glee Club-2. George has great ambitions of becoming a veterinarian . . . Likes dogs and hunting . . . Hey, did you do your chemistry? JOHN NELSON STURGES Sturg Born December 11, 1930 The efermzl feminine draws ur on. ' Gym-53 Dramatics-3g Yearbook-15 Hilltop Dispatch-lg Executive Board-23 Student Council-lg Football-2g Basketball-3g Baseball-3g Hi-Y-3. The kid with the corn . . . Interested in all sports . . . Sturg gets all henoed un over the women! He's always willing to give the class a 1 i. GWENDOLYN JOAN TULIPANI Toots Born September l, 1930 Her Jmile ir the uveeteft that ever war seen. Gym-35 Glee Club-2g Opera Guild-3g Library Service-lg Student Council-2g Advanced Biology-I. Freckles . . . My Sister- . . . Never seen without Diane . . . I can't . . . Possesses the most admired laugh in our class . . . Will be one of our five nurses. EDYTHE MARIE WAITE Edie Born May 3, 1950 Silence giver comentf' Glee Club-25 Opera Guild-33 Home Economics-23 Dramatics-25 Gym-1. Never seen without Betty . . . Loves ornaments . . . Usually not paying attention in English . . . Good homemaker . . . For crying out loud! 19 -l mai CLASS HISTORY ln our Sophomore year Clarence Fischer was elected as President, Donald Allan, Vice President, Janice Hunt, Secretaryg and Pauline Paris, Treasurer. During this year we acquired some new students: Robin Owen, Phillip Keeler, who returned from California, Doreen Hungerford, and Mary Osbourne, both of whom left shortly afterward, and Chester Schmidt. We also lost a few: Evelyn Cingolani, Diane Kingsland, William Torrey, joseph Knapp, Edwin Rux, Doris Hoyt, Mary jane Reynolds, Elizabeth Walker, and james Brady. Our first undertaking was a Sadie Hawkins Dance. As Sophomores we were very eager to make it successful. It netted us a 320 profit. Our first class party was held at Roberts Pond where everyone enjoyed skating and refreshments. Phillip Keeler was elected President in our junior yearg john Lee, Vice Presidentg Janice Hunt, Secretary, and Florence Erklauer, Treasurer. That year we also gained some new students who have greatly helped the class: Bruce Haeger, Nicholas Gerten, Diane Detzer, and Harold Mead, who came back to Hnish school. We lost Elsa Scherf, Barbara Conklin, Chester Schmidt, Salvatore DeLuca, Robert Dioguardi, and Clarence Fischer. We held cake sales every two months, but most of the money was collected through fines. Bruce Haeger submitted the winning class motto: We Build the Laddik By Which We Rite. February 11th was the date of our first production, Ever Since Eve, which turned out to be very successful. Our second undertaking of the year was a Prom held on April 25th. This wasn't as successful as the play, for it gave us a taste of the pitfalls that come in life. On June 6th we gave the Seniors a party, which was well attended by both classes. Our Senior year found Phillip Keeler, President, Bruce Haeger, Vice President, Mary Bellagamba, Secretaryg and Florence Erklauer, Treasurer. Eleanor Ertman and Meera McCuaig came into our midst as new students, and Caroline Norton came back to graduate from R.H.S. We lost Robin Owen, and Nicholas Gerten. A class party was held at Lake Waccabuc on September 28th. It was enjoyed very much by those who attended. November 23rd and 24th were the dates set for our class play, Almost Eighteen. The play was successful, but the proceeds small. The words and music to our class song were written by Bruce Haeger, the musician of the class. The sale of Christmas cards brought us a large profit. 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Q Florence S -3 3' 9-.'U 25 E.: o v-w Nu HC .532 O ,M tw: Qs. il Sc: 28 UNDERCLASSMEN Boulder Stone in North Salem IF' F llld I ll JU 1oR CLASS Front Row: E. Norton, L. Rumbaugh, J. Elliot, B. Peterson, A. Mead, J. Hunt, M. Christopher, 1. Carboni, S. Bedini, J. Dioguardi, E, Wilson, I. Baxter, L. Paterniani, L. White- head, B. Prescott, L. Sterry, K. Hulswit, R. Rumbaugh. Back Row: R. Almgren, D. Lynch, C. Scala, B. Holt, F. Reid, M. Roets, P. Camp, L. Fossi, D. Main, J. Magill, T. Salter, J. Morganti, C. Shepard, E. Falcinelli, J. Wilson, G. Ander- son, H. Burr, F. Biagiotti, R. Falcinelli. CLASS OFFICERS Prefidenl ............ Vice Prerident ...... Secretary ......... Trearurer ..... ......... RENZO FALCINELLI CARL SCALA SARA BEDINI FABIO BIAG1o't'ri CLASS HISTORY At the beginning of the school year, the president appointed an activities committee which was to bring in ideas for future activities. Among these was the junior Play, Miss jimmy, which we gave with much success on December 12th. A minstrel had been planned and written, but due to the crowded calendar, it had to be cancelled until early next fall. We held two successful cake sales, the proceeds of one to be used for advertising the minstrel. In March a Prize-Speaking Contest was sponsored by the junior Class. Money awards were given by the Rotary and Lions Clubs. Success Through Unity, suggested by Peter Camp, was the motto chosen by the class. A white banner with the blue letters around the edge is being sewn by the girls who take Home Economics. On june fith the juniors gave the Seniors a farewell party at the High School Gym. Games and refresh- ments were enjoyed by all present. As their last activity of the year, the juniors joined with the Seniors in giving a Prom on June 18th. mi 'f 'l ' 1 ' SOPHOMORE CLASS Seated: L. Pancotti, A. Montanari, M. Wilson, E. Burr, D. Scala, D. Brown, R. Fish, R. Deeks, D. Carboni, B. Coles D. Arcotta. First Row: M. Coffey, N. McCarthy, L. DelBiondol A. Morrisroe, M. Keeler, N. Clark, L. Pierpaoli, F. Reynolds, P. Mullen, H. Grommes, B. Adams, 1. Carroll, S. Peterson J. Brown, A. Salvestrini, A. Mugavero, H. Dingee, Bl Mathews. Back Row: F. Bedini, F. Zemlock, R. l.eClair, D. Ligi, O. jespersen, T. Mitchell, J. Murdock 1. Allegressa G. Penal, C. Duford, B. Jones, N. sham. J. davis, L. Bella: gamba, 1. Cairns, J. Yelinek, R. Bassett, j. Barrows, B. Roets, C. Ritch, A. Bellagamba. CLASS OFFICERS Preridenz ....... ....... T HoMAs MITCHELL Vice Preridenr .... ...... A NDREW MONTANARI Secretary ....... ...... L UCY DEL B1oNDo Treamrer ................................... ................................ D ANTE LIGI Student C0uncilReprerenlativer .......... THOMAS MITCHELL, BARBARA ADAMS, GLORIA PERINI, RICHARD SCALA CLASS This year the Sophomore Class selected various committees and committee members to help plan and control the working system of the class. The first social event in which the class participated was a sleigh riding party held in january on Peaceable Street. HISTORY A variety food sale was sponsored by the class at Ryan's Store, February Zlst. The financial results of the sale were extremely gratifying. 'HMM Bl FW 'Katam- Gb ii! Ill FRESHMA CLASS Seated: E. Lavatori, J. Reid, j. Girolametti, P. Vozzo, H Whitehead, j. Vaughn. Front Row: A. Costanzi, M. Netti, A. Barzetti, M. Hanisch, A. Pancrazio, C. Gero, D. Keeler, G. Lancaster, L. Scanlon, j. Smith, N. Bocchini, P. Keeler A. Scribner, J. DeNike. I. Salvestrini, D. Hunt, D. Bailey n n N. Salter. Back Row: B. Elliot, N. Waite, B. Forbes, R. Roberts, B. Casey, B. Elliot, J. McGovern, A. Drew, S. Mead, j. A. Hoyt, S. Sturges, P. Hunt, R. Walters, H. Mills. A. Moses, J. Miller. W. Haeger, B. Kehoe. CLASS OFFICERS AND HISTORY This year the Freshmen have formed two clubs in conjunction with their core classes. Miss Boland's group is called the Buttercups. Their officers are as follows: President, james Vozzog Vice President, Alice Barzettig Secretary, joan Mc- Govern, Treasurer, joseph Ancona. The 51 Club is the name of Miss Hartmann's group. Their officers are: President, Wayne Haegerg Vice President, William Casey, Secretary, Peggy Hunt, Treasurer, Natalie Bocchini. The two groups planned roller-skating parties, bicycle hikes, and various other recreational activities. One of the educational aims is to learn parliamentary procedure. The class dues have been set at ten cents a week. This money is used for the parties and hikes. QW? ,- -Y! v F S ill 1-' A - 1 'UNH' iv.: .rm 1 A E 4.114 U Il 1 ll AES' E9 QP E232 i-Q .VJ 'Cas Sig 3.9 'l-4 O0 56 'C-i Q15 SE 55-T 32 'is' Qui 502 Sai QE mi. .DLL 24:04 202 QQ. 2-fm B5 .Enio GCQE V525 Lf 29.8 QE. 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Standing: P. Franzmann, M. Bellagamba, J. Hunt. B. Bedini, S. Bedini, J. Carboni, M. L. Kasper, H. Mead. EXECUTIVE BOARD The Executive Board for the first time had a mem- bership of I3 students this year. The new post of the Assembly Chairman was given to the extra student. The Art Department painted the Christmas scene on the window during the holidays. The TraHHc Chair- man has had one of the biggest jobs of all in working out a suitable program for the cafeteria. With the cooperation of the students, the plan has proven to be a very satisfactory one. One of the most difhcult tasks was the sponsoring of the assembly programs. Because of the large-scale student participation, these assem- blies were interesting and enjoyable. MEMBERS AND THEIR POSITIONS ARE: Paul Franzmann john Sturges ...... ..... Janice Hunt ...... President V irc-Prcrident and Social Chairman Secretary and H ealfh Chairman joan Carboni ..... .............. A rl Chairman Sara Bedini .............. Dranzalif Chairman Carl Scala .....,..... George Smith ........,. Mary Bellagamba ......... Mary I.. Kasper .......... Bernice Bedini ...... .... Aixtenzhly Chairman . Yearbook Editor Finance Chairman . Hiiiiop Dirpazch Bruce Haeger , ...,.. ...... M mic Chairman Renzo Falcinelli ...,...... Harold Mead .......... .... Traffic Chairman 29 Library C hairnzan Aihletic Chairman iuillf lllll lil .- Standing: J. Morelli, R. Rapp, W. Haeger, A. Barzetti, R. Scala, B. Adams, T. Mitchell, G. Perini, R. Roberts, J. Girolametti, J. Siovall, B. Almgren. Sitting: L. Le Clair, P. Holden, L. Fossi, B. Haeger. P. Paris, F. Erklauer, H. Mead, E. Norton, C. Scala, P. Camp, A. Cummings, I. Conklin, STUDENT On September 8th, the Student Council held its first meeting of the school year. Officers were elected as follows: Bruce Haeger, Presidentg Harold Mead, Vice- Presidentg Pauline Paris, Secretary. Principal Cliliord A. Holleran read the Constitution to the students and explained it to the group. COUNCIL The Council appointed monitors to help in the cafeteria line. They also did a wonderful job in spon- soring the March of Dimes, and the Red Cross drives which totaled 370.24 and 856104, respectively. The Council has met once a month to discuss prob- lems concerning the Student Body. TF c. , mn E n 1 :SQ -, il ini, i1i.1.4i.L', My , Y lx., N Q , - I ,MID f I ,mul jar ,' , . fu' 1 uw., f , 1 v -y ny? -- - ll U , ,ia .T'i..f'..i' ,hw H-FA V nlqyigmsn l -5 jf , 131 fi ': 'agL'::,pTZ:'l ':13M-Q,-...A 'Ts Q' 0 . ' - W, 1 k::,.,,, 4.2.3, W MW . , L . , ' --4, V5'f74' -t-4 ' ' NA, ,S ff' A' ,. ,, l 9,410 Ln.: if 'jj if-M:-.,.,,, fav.. I -.J 'wv..,,, ,f f r- uh. '-- -'N 4 ,Y , if L., .- s, it fy, 11 I I ...u ,yf V E 4 , -My ff,,,f ,, - 1 . i L I sf ',' af . wk , ffl -1- - , V, A +i '?'Q'1ff ., . -+-ff. . V 3' -ff., 30 Seated: F, Sertilippi, M. Kasper, J. Lee, M. Hustis, M. Bellagamba, Editorg D. Allan, S. Bedini M. Morelli, J. Sturges, J. Carboni, B. Haeger. Second Row: S. Peterson, B. Peterson, E. Norton 2 fi?-1:25 will a a C. Norton, M. Mullen, E. Ertmann, J. Magill, J. McCarthy, D. Scott, F. Erklauer, B. Brady, L. Peter- niani, M. Christopher, J. Brown, A. Morrisroe. Third Row: P. Keeler, P. Franzmann, R. Moser, V. Giambartolomei, G. Anderson, C. Shepard, J. Dioguardi, R. May, J. Morganti, L. Fossi, C. Scala F. Biagotti, R. Falcinelli, D. Carboni. u YEARBOOK STAFF The Yearbook Staff had many difiiculties this year because no one had been on last year's Staff. When we finally got organized, the Student Body didn't cooperate with the subscriptions, so once again we were delayed until we could get enough subscriptions to produce a yearbook. All the photographs with the exception of the basket- ball squad and informals were done by Loring. Mr. Frank Gordon of the Ridgefield Photo Shop and Bruce Haeger, Editor of Photography, shot the other photos. Two dances were given by the Yearbook Committee to raise funds for the production of the Caudatowan. Both were great successes, thanks to the cooperation of the Student Body and the Townspeople. Mr. Charles D. Crouchley, Jr., and Mr. Santo L. Marino were of great assistance to the staff because of their cooperation, direction, and patience. Cf X X! X A' fx fisl-if.a2?1ff?i?1ft 'I A -L V' - X '1fE.gfig. V , ,. :Q ' f ' X ge ,q .,.- .L .... , fa, ., Seated: P. Vozzo, A. Constanzi, J. McCarthy, N. Shean, G. Perini, P. Franzmann, R. Falcinelli, E. Norton, P. Keeler, M. McCuaig, B. Bedini, j.,Hunt, T. Salter, F. Biagiotti, S. Bedini, K. Hulswit, L. Paterniani, J. Allegressa, M. Kasper, B. Piambianchi. Standing: J. Owen, M. Barrows, M. Christopher N. McCarthy, E. Waite, D. Keeler, 1. Carroll, J. Magill, P. Paris, H. Mead, R. May, K. Dodson, J. Lee, J. Dioguardi, G. Lancaster, C. DuFord, A. Mills, N. Hartmann, M. Hustis, D. Scott, G. Mead, D. Scala. HILLTOP DISPATCH This year the Hilltop Dispatch staff organized early in September. An Autumn, Christmas, and a Spring issue have been published. The Graduation issue is to be distributed early in june. Many new articles have been added to the magazine to make it more interest- ing. The staff included students from the different high school classes. Miss Eleanor L. Burdick, Mr. Levio G. Zandri, and Mrs. Ella E. Whitcomb were the faculty advisors. They really did an excellent job and the staff would like to express their appreciation to them for their assistance and cooperation. The editor this year is Bernice Bedini. Bernice has been editor for two consecutive years and has done an effective piece of work with our magazine. Last year, the Hilltop Dispatch received second place honors in the Annual Columbia Scholastic Con- test. We hope the Hilltop Dispatch of 1948 will receive hrst award. JOURNALISM CLUB Nine recruits joined the Journalism Club. Mr. Levio Zandri is the director. The news is sent to the Ridgefield Press where it is placed in a special section of the paper under the title of, School News. The group was a bit handicapped this year be- cause all but one were new to the Club. It is estimated that about 1200 inches were written by the group. Last year's group set a new high, 1474 inches to their credit. From Center Up: M. Bellagamba, G. Perini, L. Paterniani, S. Bedini, J. Allegressa, C. Duford, J. Carroll, T. Mitchell, J. Lee, P. Vozzo. g. ...- 4 dl -5.-1 5. .. an ll N '-- ,,,...,.f',,,,:'.. nnnufanv. .A .- -in hi---f .. ..qp-vu Un-an.:--H -s f u.-'v usa. at-.X .... -.-'....in-+4 -uiiuniusu 1.-one-1: .. .. .f .- Q... sn naman lla:-r-T .4 - ---s .. ---Y sn... -. --.nan-. imuuxuu i A5-anna: 'L M uv- -.minus--1.11:-ro aan!-n: .sau -nur th -V -4 -up -.vn.nu1-:maui naunlntif - nw . - i ,, .,...,,,,....u----4 ---uv-.L ... ,-an mv'- , .gn 1bIQu1l1vn.n:na ti Q Hi . .'. ff'-v.. 1n:n'3','f:nuunsnnumnm.atnmnN f-,Wax 'www an-nn: :wngsuno uint-mtwi 4bL,, w .. me--Q.-nv: una . a can-.mf Az.. ff jgi Q ap... a.nusr1nnmun-sq an fm i 5 --Q--1 may-an V. vw- Un - ., 'N - .Fa .'a. . .. . . A' -.f - V N ....,J-.... , . 059 Seated: S. Sturges, M. Bellagamba, lf. Erklauer, N. Salter, L. Sterry, J. I-lunt,'J. McCarthy, D. Scott, R. Falcinelli, G, Perini, N. Shean, J. Carboni, B, Adams, D. Detzer, C. Norton, J. Allegressa. Standing: M. Wilson, R. Carboni, F. Seriilippi, C. Duford, J. Carroll, E. Ertman, L. Scanlon, P. Mullen, J. Smith, M. Mullen, A. Mills, N. Clark, J. Morganti, D. Arcotta. LIBRARY SERVICE The Library Service Group consists of student librarians and the Library Service Club. The librarians have charge of stamping books and magazines when they are taken out and see to it they are returned on time. Members of the Library Service Club accession new books, mount book jackets for display, make shelf lists and bind books. The Library Service is under the supervision of Miss Hartmann, assisted by Miss Dale, Miss Burdick, Miss Boland, Mr. Crouchley, Miss Hearst, Mr. Marino and Miss Wills. 33 GLEE CLUB The largest Glee Club in the history of the school, comprising more than 100 singers, was organized and has been rehearsing hve times a week. Forty boys and 65 girls have joined forces to master a program of diflicult choral works, and concerts. This years program included the works of classical and popular writers, partly secular and partly music of the church. Nineteen students attended a Music Festival at Hartford. The group returned home richer in friendship and in music appreciation. At the organizational meeting the following orlicers were elected: President, Renzo Falcinellig Secretary, Janice Huntg Librarian, Bernice Bedinig Chairman of Staging Committee, Louis Fossi: Chairman of Membership Committee, Carl Scala. Front Row: -I. Carroll, P. Mullen, B. Betlini, L. Parerniani, M. Hustis, L, Scanlon, S. Bedini. Back 34 Row: R. Rapp, O. -lesperson. L. Fossi, C. Scala, J, C. Miller, GLEE CLUB OFFICERS Seated: DI. Hunt. B. Bedini. Kneeling: C, Scala, L. liossi, R. lialcinelli. AH OPERA GUILD The Opera Guild held its first meeting in September. The following officers were elected at this meeting: Carl Scala, Presidentg Bernice Be- dini, Vice-President: jean Car- roll, Secretary: and Lucille Pat- eriani, Treasurer. It was decided to have 25 cents as the set amount for dues this year. The money ob- tained from the dues was used to obtain two membership: at the Metropolitan Opera House. Members of the junior anc Senior Guild attended twr operas, Faust and La Tra- viataf' Zigi' Seated: M. L. Kasper, O. jespersen, D. Scofield, I. Roy, R. Almgren, K. Hulswit, F. Rumbaugh, W. Hall, W. Haeger, J. C. Miller, j. Barrows, C. Scala, F. Biagiotti, L. Fossi, F. Serfilippi, R. Scala, R. Bassett, I, Conklin, D. O'l-late, J. DeNike, N. Waite, D. Arcotta, Mr. Rowe, T. Mitchell, R. Falcinelli, T. Salter, H. Burr, J. Yelinek, R. Roberts, D. Main, R. Roets, B. Almgren, j. Morelli, B. Haeger, M. Roets, ORCHESTRA The newly organized Theatre Orchestra of thirty- five pieces made it's inaugural appearance at the Christ- mas Concert. Though lacl-:ing in stringed instruments the orchestra made an extremely favorable impression in their debut. With a somewhat novel instrumenta- s tion of strings, eight clarinets, four trumpets, five saxophones, two horns, baritone, four trombones, and drum section, the orchestra will specialize in popular and light classical music, appearing at assemblies, plays, etc. eww --1 IBKQ l t ' F i uftwmm Q H Seated: D. Arcotta, C. Scala, M. L. Kasper, M. Roets, N. Clark, j. Morelli, B. Almgren, L. Brundage, D. Scott, P. O'Keeffe, R. Scala, R. Rapp, R. Pambianchi, C. Rich, R. Falcinelli, T. Mitchell, B. Haeger J. C. Miller. Standing R. Fish, R. Bassett, F. Biagiotti, R. Pancotti, R. Scala, F. Barriere, j. Smith P. Haeger, L. LeClair, I. Conklin, P. Venus, E. Bellagamba, D. O'Hare, N. Reid, R. Roets, j. DeNike L. Fossi, F. Serfilippi, J. Barrows, R. Rumbaugh, E. Waite, F. Rumbaugh, M. Wilson, F. Scott, H. Burr D. Main, R. Roberts, J. Yelinek, T. Salter, W. Haeger, R. Walters, O. jesperson, N. Waite, F. Ferry 1 v u BAND Ridgefields dream of a uniformed school band were finally realized in 1948. Some sixty students who, but fifteen months before, were making their first experi- mental toots on trumpets, trombones, clarinets, saxo- phones, etc., were welded into a band to be proud of. Garbed in West Point style uniforms, of orange and black, the band made a brilliant appearance in the annual Memorial Day Parade-an appearance made possible by the many loyal friends and organizations who wanted a band, and whose financial and moral support made such an organization possible. The band also appeared on Visiting Day, before a crowded auditorium--playing a varied program of popular and martial music. It also contributed to the Spring Concert, as well as sponsoring a concert by the Manufacturers' Chorus of Bridgeport, Conn. Seated: R. Fish, N. Shean, H. Dingee, J. Hunt, L. Paterniani, S. Bedini, M. Hustis, B. Brady, P. Paris M. Mullen, P. Keeler. Second Row: L. Pancotti, F. Erlclauer, K. Hulswit, L. Sterry, C. Dufotd, P Franzmann, A. Montanari, G. Anderson, G, Perini, B, Prescott, B. jones, L. DelBiondo, R. Almgren. Standing: H. Mead, W. Baxter, F. Seriilippi, O. Giambartolomei. K. Dodson, R. May, G. Smith, J. Sturges, T. Salter, P. Camp, J. Lee, E. Falcinelli. n DRAMATIC CLUB The Dramatic Club, with a membership of 37 held The first few meetings were used for individual its organization meeting early in the school year. The Work on enunciation emphasis and Posture following officers were elected: President, Sara Bedinig l Secretary, Marion Hustis, Treasurer, Lucille Paterniani. The group met on Monday' Tuesday and Wednes- To assist these officers in planning the club's program, dal' of each Week during the Hffivify Period- Glenn Anderson, Andy Montanari and Paul Franz- Miss Eleanor L, Burdick is director, mann were chosen. if I 'va 19? 37 Q SENIOR PLAY HJANIEH The Seniors' last stage production was presented on but the show was literally stolen by Nancy Newhouse, May 14th. The auditorium was crowded with nearly the fourth-grader who played the part of janie's pesky 600 people who all enjoyed the hilarious comedy, kid sister. Florence Erklauer did a great job in the title role, I as fi . I 2, if . t - ', ' H--mf a ,, ' I e-ggi 3, . Q ., fr, --i ' :gi i DRAMATICS ALMOST is Standing: Lee, Ii. I-Iucgcr. Scared B. Bcdini, F, Iirkluuer. MISS JIMMY Left to Right: K, Hulswit, T. Salter, S. Bcdini, M, Christopher, E. Norton, -I. Malgill. y I M' , - . .hwy-1---nuunli MISS JIMMY Seated: E. Norton, R. Fnlcinelli, T. Salter, K. Hulswir, L. Pnterninni Standing: P. Camp, L, Fossi, Mr. Marino, S. Bedini. M. Christopher, Miss Dale, Wfilson, D. Main, AI Mugill, R. Holt. The Hi-Y under the direction of Santo L. Marino, had a record membership of 100 students. The Club met once a week for discussions and recreation. Swimming, bowling, parties, picnics, dances were a few of the many activities in which the group participated. Special acknowledgements go to the club officers for their leadership. After three years of directing, Mr. Marino has resigned, because he plans to do some research in another field. l'm sure the group will miss his guid- ance and friendship very much. Left to Right: Paul Franzmann, M. Kasper, F. Etklauer, J. Sturges. HI-Y HOME ECONOMICS Every Tuesday and Thursday fourteen girls meet with Mrs. Nasl in their cheerful Home Economic: room. This year the girls worked o their own individual problems. Mr Nash thought they knew best wh their wardrobe needed. Two of the senior girls complete! the Senior Class Banner. Sitting: M. Hanisch, A. Pancrazio, ll Morelli, J. Smith, J. McCarthy. Secoi Row: A. Salvestrini, A. Mead, J. Elliot B. Peterson, L, Whitehead, B. Brad Third Row: E. Ertman, D. Scott, Paris, M. Mullen. SPORTS 2, Chickcn's Rock, on the Shores of Great Pond ' wr 5 u .f Rs I ,...X Sz -4 -.f Z X X I, A -4 J-W F t u ' ,n - . if:-1 1 Standing: F. Serfilippi, H. Mead, F. Biagiotti. Kneeling: j. Sturges, il. Morganti, G. Anderson. SPORTS REVIEW The R.H.S. grid squad opened the I947 football season with a bang by defeating Purdys with the decisive score of 26-0. This marked the first time that a Ridgefield team had won the initial game of the season. The second encounter was a hard fought battle against a tough Bedford Hills team. However, Ridge- field came out on top with a score of l9-I4. Coach Allen's XVonder Boys first defeat came from a heavier Croton squad which came out on the winning end of the score, 26-8. The Hilltoppers showed that they had what it takes by putting up a rugged fight. Ridgefield broke all previous records by winning a third game, again defeating Bedford Hills. This time the score showed a more comfortable margin, 27-18. In the fifth game and fourth victory of the season, Coach Aliens Atomic Atoms romped over the New- town Boy's Club with a score of 20-O. The R.H.S. team trounced the Bethel squad with a score of 25-6. Bethel's only score came in the last minute of the game. Ridgefield again bowed to Croton in the last game of the season with the sad score of 27-0. This gave the Hilltoppers a record of five wins and two defeats. During the entire season the squad piled up 125 points while allowing their opponents only 64. Mr. jevarjian, M. Roets, R. Almgren, TRAC On April 27th, the Orange and Black Cinder men opened the track season by competing with a fast and strong Staples track squad on the East Ridge field. Staples won by collecting 57W points while Ridge- field garnered but l6M. The Hilltop aggregation, B. Haeger, R. Decks, R. Roets, P. Camp. K TEAM under the coaching of Mr. jevarjian, consisted of Myron Roets, Duddy Mead, Glenn Anderson, Bruce Haeger, Bob Elliot, and Woodford Baxter. Despite this initial defeat, the R.H.S. Cinder hounds made a good showing during the entire season. W 'V . N V X ly , , 44 Seated: B. Bedini, H. Dingee, P. Camp. Standing: H. Mead, G. Anderson, F. Biagiotti. ATHLETIC COMMITTEE The main duties and problems of this group have served the school faithfully and well in general. In been to control traffic at football and baseball games cooperation with Coach Allen, they have done an and to sell tickets for the basketball season. They have especially great job in increasing the interest in sports also lined the football field, advertised games, and at R.H.S. 45 ?'lI .An.,. .. ,,5. X Seated: N. McCarthy, N. Shean, M. Coffee, B. Mathews. Kneeling: J. Magill, M. Morelli, F. Erklauer, J E. Norton, B. Bedini, C. Norton, M. Kasper, H. Dingee, J. Allegressa. Standing: J. Carroll, J. Brown, . Murdock. CHEERLEADERS R.H.S.'s Cheerleaders, although their job is some- what thankless, have done exceptional work in leading support for the football and basketball teams. The time and labor they have spent developing their cheer- ing routines and new songs substantiate their value at games both at home and away. The cheerleaders are divided into two squads-the Varsity, consisting of junior and Senior Girls and the Junior Varsity, comprised of Sophomores. Florence Erklauer, Bernice Bedini, and Marie Morelli have done a praise-worthy job in leading the Varsity squad. The junior Varsity has gained experience for next year by cheering at football games and at junior Varsity bas- ketball games. joan Allegressa has directed this squad admirably. A tribute to the cheerleaders' spirit is the fact that they found transportation for themselves for the many games played away from home. SENIOR SQUAD JUNIOR SQUAD Bernice Bedini Florence Erklauer Mary Lou Kasper jackie Magill Marie Morelli Caroline Norton Ellen Norton joan Allegressa jean Carroll Helen Dingee Connie Du ford Nancy McCarthy Jeanette Murdock Nancy Shean BASKETBALL REVIEW The R.H.S. basketball squad won eight games and lost six, not counting league contests. In the B League competition the Orange and Black loopsters fared badly, dropping all six league tilts to their opponents, New Canaan, Staples High, and Darien. Ridgefield lost its first Big Four game by 16 points to Darien. The Darien five, led by Higgins, was on the long end of a 54-38 score. The Allenmen next had a teaser stolen from them in overtime, 39-38. This time the New Canaan quintent were the victors. The third league game found Staples on top of the Hilltop hoopsters with an over- whelming score of 56-32. This fray was memorable for the fact that the Ridgefield defense held Skip Stanton, Staples' captain, to a meager 9 points. R.H.S.'s netmen lost again to Darien in the fourth Big Four scrap, 47-37. fAbout this time, Coach Allen started getting gray hairs.J In our fifth league game, New Canaan won another close contest. This time they came out on top by a three point margin, 43-40. CGroan . . .J The last league game was a see-saw battle between the Allenmen and the Staples courtmeri. Staples, the league leadrs, finally squeezed out an eight point victory, 41-33. However, the most thrilling game of the year was, fittingly, the last. This was the benefit game for the Athletic Fund and for Arty Bellagamba's medical expenses. Arty, star of the j.V. squad, had broken a leg in a game at New Canaan early in the season. After a hard-fought contest New Canaan won the game, 49-42. Profits were over 3700, but all the spectators agreed that they had received more than their money's worth by witnessing a thrilling game. 49 s Seated: C. Rich, C. Shepard, F. Biagiotto, L. Fossi, R. Falcinelli, N. Reid, T. Mitchell, R. Moser, H. Mead. Standing: J. Morganti, A. Montanari, J. Cairns, G. Anderson, J. Sturges, L. Pancotti, R. Deeks, Coach Allen. S BASEBALL Although Coach A1len's sluggers got off to a bad start by dropping their first three games of the season, they then won three out of the next five and were back in business. The R.H.S. diamondmen included Pat Vozzo, Duddy Mead, Fabio Biagiotti, Glen Anderson, Andy Montonari, john Sturges, Roy Deeks, Carlton Shepard, and jim Cairnes. The hurlers were Tom Mitchell and Nick Reid. Both these speedballers re- turning next year, plus most of the other players includ- ing backstop' McGee, Coach expects to have a great team. Team members graduating this year are Duddy Mead and john Sturges. vii ii., . ri VF., ilci' 3 . .. ll., 12522 fi! ' .. if f so ' 'a'..,.-2iw 1. r 1 p f SCHOOL CALENDAR September 3-School Opens. September 26-First Football Game CAwayJ Bedford Hills-R.H.S. 20 - B.H.H.S. 0 October 13-Holiday--Columbus Day. October 17-Record Dance in honor of Football Team. October 31-A.M. Vacation-Teacher-'s Convention. P.M. Hallowe'en Party. November 11-No School-Armistice Day. November 14-Yearbook Dance. November 21-22-Senior Play- Almost18. November 27-30-Thanksgiving Vacation. December 12-Junior Play- Miss Jimmy. December 18-Christmas Concert. December 19-Christmas Prom. December 19-January 5-Christmas Holiday. March 11-Benefit Basketball Game with New Canaan. March 20-Prize Speaking Contest. April 16-First Baseball Game CAwayJ Bedford Hills. May , 14-Senior Play- Janie May 21-Yearbook Dance. May 28-Spring Music Concert. june 14-15- Final Exams. june 17-Graduation Excercises. June 18-Class Day-End of School Year. 1 lune 21-Seniors leave for trip to Washington, D. C. ACKNOWLEDGMENT At the outset we wish to express our gratitude to the editorial board, all members of the staff and the faculty advisors for making this Yearbook possible. Without the cooperation of all those connected with the publication, and the invaluable aid of the senior typing class who devoted much of their time to bringing the rough manuscript into its final form, the copy of The Caudatowa which you hold in your hands would not have been published. Special acknowledgment must go to Charles D. Crouchley, jr., whose con- stant encouragement and assistance constituted the greatest single contribution to the successful publication of The Caudatowa. -THE EDITOR. 52 41 Lx n rw, 15? A P I 'I Q i ff- i 1ir! f 1 Y 41 r U 9.11 INFORMAL e Qflf 5' S dp. gp! Memorial of the Battle of Ridgefield on Main Street -1 , 'Lf' 2' f f Y., ff 'F is sf :qt rexwg, 'a Q E1 4 his v sw-ix 4 3 . ., , ,, , I, J K ggi, ,I Y . - ' -L ,Q J .YJ . ' :Hex ' - -' I 'rvlyt . ' , -2, P 1 1 f , V gi f Q: 1 3 ' A I ' 23.52-,,4. 'fi A 1 I I 'xl w t h fti 4 . A-A.. K U .Q T '-A, L' 'XTV N f A I X 4 is i wi . -- .Q - 1 ' za ff r ,uw Q 1 3 - i -, si ip. 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