Rochester High School - Mirage Yearbook (Rochester, PA)

Text from Pages 1 - 104 of the 1955 volume:

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Whether it is the memory of a snow-touched manger scene in the park, a long walk along tree-lined streets at lunch time, or the dances held in the high school after football games, Rochester will always be to us - Our Town. H'm't+:Q.s, . XX ,,,.,.. Our high school years are one of the most important periods of our lives. Our guidance during this short time comes from many sources. We the class of 1955, would like to extend our sincere appreciation to the members of the Board of Education, who have helped to make our high school years most pleasant and enjoyable. The improvements, past and present, that have greatly contributed to the success of our class, are mostly due to the effort put forth by this group of people who have taken such a great interest in our welfare. Through the combined efforts of these people our current year is something of which We can gwl' be proud. Due to the foresight of the group, br! plans have been set in motion for a new and rw, 1 ,ft better equipped high school. They should be COI1'1mended highly for this eHOl'l. Members of the Rochester Area Ioint Board We would express our thanks and very best Chet before dinner is eefved- wishes to the School Board. ROW I: Mr. Ray Dugan, Mr. George Marshall. Miss Edna Homigh. Mr. Frank Stablow, Mr. George Baldwin, Mr. C. E. Young. ROW 2: Mr. Iohn Irvin, Mr. Paul Scheidmantel, Mrs. Myrtle Coates. Mr. Nicholas Rothart, Mrs. Esther Gordon. Mrs. A. Merrifield. Mrs. Rebecca Bogoltea. Mr. Emmett Carney, Mr. Melvin Haney. Mr. Robert P. Bamer. ROW 3: Mr. William Thorpe, Mr. Donald Grimm, Mr. Gordon Camp, Mr. Iames Edwards. Mr. William Dunning. I has We the members of the class oi 1955, in reviewing our high school days, realize that we owe a great deal to three distinguished gentlemen, Mr. Robert P. Barner, Superinten- dent of Rochester Schools, Mr. Fenton H. Farley, Principal of Rochester High School, and Mr. William T. Peacock, Assistant Principal. Their leadership and guidance have helped us immeasurably in prepar- ing for th-e hard, lonely road that lies ahead when we will have to make our own decisions and govern ourselves. Robert P. Barnet, Superin- tendent, Rochester Area loint Schools. dministration Fenton H. Farley. Principal. William T. Peacock, Assist- ant Principal. Charles E. Armstrong, B. Wilda Banfield, A.B. Home lime A- Bradshaw- A-B-I Ed M. Litt. Commercial. Economics. :W-II-ith Eflglilh mf French . l . Rebecca Brown, B.S., Latin. Dorothy G. Cain., A.B. Fmih011Y CGPUf0- M- M- Biology. Ioumalism. Band- Facult As the months passed by and gradu- ation loomed closer in our sights, we felt that we should pay tribute to the instructors who have, for the past three years, spent their time and efforts so willingly to make us more intelligent and better equipped individuals to face life. We realize that they were not just unfeeling machines trying to drill knowledge into us, but understanding, helpful human-beings who played a large part in making our lives what they have now become. Irene Brehm, B.L.l., ILB., M. Litt, Public Speaking, Li- brarian. Ioseph Catanese, B.S. in Ed. Health. Civics. Eileen Buckenheimer. Sec- retary to Mr. Farley. Edith Pasquale. Secretary to Mr. Bamer. Ma... Iohn B. Colella. B.S.. B.A. M. Ed. Commercial. P.O.D. Earl Farley, B.S. M. Ed. Physics. Solid Geometry, Trigonometry. Mechanical Drawing. Helen I. Davis. ILB.. NLR. Algebra I. Il. Plane 'Geome- try, Civics. Rudolph P. Fatula. B.S.. M.S. Biology. American History. lames Gomory. B.S. Health Physical Education. Robert Illar. B.S. Ed. M. Ed. Industrial Arts- Mary S. Kirk. Typing LII. Helen Y. Hodge. B.S. Home Economics. Iames Kaplan. B.M. Ed. Supervisor oi Vocal Music. Louise H. Librich. B.S. Art Supervision. Do you have -? Where is the author's index file --? These are familiar phrases io Miss Brehm's busy library assistants. 'Wt v ' in , Vl., ' , 1. - f M lfgxil. 65 B V? t - Vggjj 2' . 3: 'gtg it .-ii if M P2 fig .w:,.,.,. . if is . t Q Q if tw A Q is WV- I. A Dick Shane and Mary lane LaRose take part in a student council proiect-the selling of milk and orange drink to students who carry their lunches. The customer is senior Gary Bogolea. Principal for a Day is an annual experiment in student government. Teachers are replaced by students and the office staff by the officers of the student council. Shown are Principal Bob Brown, Secretary Barbara Mahli, Assist- ant Principal Dick Shane, and Treasurer Sandy Squires. The rudiments of manual training are important, so Mr. McCabe care- fully shows the boys the correct way to work. Yu wh L d ' AB Mildred M Miller BB. Henry C. McCabe, B.S. Ed. Clara C. u wig. . . . , . English III, P.O.D. Algebra I, Business Mathte- M. Ed. Industrial Arts. matics. .,,.,,,,,!, S !4' Q46 54 .1f'f' Raymond P. Phillips, B.S. Ed. Driver Training, Gen- eral Science, Football Coach. Cleda S. Shelby. B.S. Ed. Geraldine Steinacker. A.B. Physical Education, Health. English I. II. Whatever knowledge we have gained. whether it be great or small, certainly it is owed to our faculty. No matter how small. large, modern or antique the building and its equipment, Without a. really fine faculty it's useless. During our sophomore and junior years we felt that they were piling on assign- ments and extra Work for some strange personal satisfaction gained by them in seeing us suffer. Now as seniors, looking back, We can picture what they really have accomp- lished and what value their accomplishments can be to us during our future lives. The faculty as well as the student body is responsible for that old Rochy spirit which prevails throughout the years. And so, for this and their many efforts, May God Bless Them All - Every One. TOP: Council guide. Dick Shane, shows visiting parents the Senior English displays. BOTTOM: A thrill- ing Rochester play brings the re- serve section to its feet. U 1 S W if A B Lula F Withrow. B.S.M. Litt Bertxl von Philp B.S.M. Ed. Paula . esco , . . - Chemlstry General Sci- World History. American English IV- 6l'LCe I 906 one 'Q History. 1 K p 1 Q f f - .n:o.0 o'o .. Q 4.6 . Q 0. ' 1 o 'Long 0 ' 0 ' 0 I I s l gin., ., ,- . . has 1 Can you see my light on the other side, Dr. Hooker asks of Mrs. Per- rell while giving Ioe Zivko his physical. Dr. Wallace bravely laces the dan- ger of losing a finger when Frank Barber opens wide for his dental examination. J. fvrhklbtli 0 taff The medical staff oi our school deserves special credit for making sure that the student body is kept in good physical and dental health. Those who comprise the staff are Dr. Thomas Hooker, M.D., Dr. Oren Wallace, D.D., and Mrs. Mary Perrell, R.N. This team has proved a necessary and most valuable aid to the school. And not to be forgotten are the school custodians, Danny Chabot and Louis DeNucci. The unlimited time and effort they spend to make school, and after school, activities more enjoyable does not go unnoticed. s These denizens of the dark deep underworld are jani- tors. Louis DeNucci and Danny Chabot. 1 If li nl' if Q 9535!-lESTE,p Ek ii SC L' sf? sig 1 :sk ni. 1 f' A 5 T' 5 5 J' 1 5 2 4, .. 2 2, Q fl 3:5 .g': -i:'35':2:I'g, -Q'-'iifx , ..,,.:.. ...,. : f:1:v..'E: .4 -4- -4 X '1 h ':: -N I I ,Q ,M 1.-., .M A H .... -5,.3:,.a, v, ,: - . . E A N ,,, Lp my f xml: 1' W ,vf I ,. ' 1 ' , f.. ': 5 ,Q 1 A ,. 'Q- .- A . fx f- f ' i W? A ' 5 3 ' If , , 1 - z , 6 ,. 1 Q A M - smut? ' - .F , A is 1 .. L, M , .. L ,A , A ' ew, M.. 5 W , l .. s O ww .Y X Y 1 nf . 561 ' L f ' E? - - A . , Q- . r .-1 Senior Officers Now as We prepare to leave Roches- ter High School, our minds Wander back through the school years. Learn- ing to read and write seemed impossi- ble, but as time passed we did manage to learn. Then came ninth-grade-we were big wheels! Too soon that year passed and we entered high school. There We met abrupt disillusionment from a group of individuals whom we learned to recognize as Honorable Seniors. We soon became adjusted to the normal activity of senior high and initiated our sophomore gum sale. Then came our junior year and the maga- zine sale, the prom, and our first class banquet. Now we look back on fond memories and say, Farewell, dear Rochy! Senior English students listen atten- tively while Miss Withrow explains to Ioe Lombardo the proper way to make out a talk card. Paul Reeb. vice-president: Tina Lombardo, secretary: Barbara Mahli, treasurer, and Fred Perrotta, presi- dent. lack Fred Ambrose General This lean member of our class journeys from nearby Bridgewater cmd proves to be a nice asset to the class. No great conversationalist . . . lack is a friend to all. Frank Barber General Football 2,35 Basketball 2, 3,45 Baseball 2,3,4. Our football manager is a likeable lad who spends a great amount of his spare time working at Amo's. His famous smile will long be remembered at Rochy. Grace Anne Bames Academic Band Z,3,45 Orchestra 2,3,45 Student Council 25 Spanish Club 3. Grace is the cute drum majorette who leads our band. When she's not march- ing she adds the art of trumpet playing to her credit. R. Bartley General Herkie Baseball 2, 3,45 Concert Choir 4. Another ot our more re- served classmates, Iim can usually be seen letting oft steam at Pettibon's. His singing.abi1ity is quite com- mendable. Barbara I. Batchelor Academic Barb Band 2,3,45 Latin Club 2,35 lunior Red Cross 2,35 F.S.A. 4. Blond-haired Barb is an ardent band member, and as one ol our high stepping maiorettes she will surely be missed. Ronald Belic Academic Ron Spanish Club 2,3. One ot Miss Ludwig's ta- vorite students, Ron can usually he seen swooshing by in a flashy green 48 Olds with Bill. Iohn Edward Beighey Academic Beakey Iohn is our class clown whose ready wit and amus- ing expressions add a touch of humor to everyday class routines. Shirley R. Benson Commercial Shirl G.A.A. 3,45 Usher's Club 4. This petite lass, who hails from Monaca Heights, is waiting patiently for the Air Force to land. ludith Beightley Academic Judy Library Club 3,45 G.A.A. 37 Latin Club 35 Pop Kids 45 Tri-Hi-Y 45 Usher's Club 45 Band 25 Concert Choir 45 Stage Crew 4. Indy has proved herself to be a real help to Miss Brehm and library-bound students. George William Bentel Academic Tneb Orchestra 2,3,45 Band 2,3,45 Concert Choir 2,3,45 Latin Club 3: Talent Night 3: Mirage Sta!! 4. George is an excellent stu- dent and talented musician with a great sense ot humor, even when the joke is on himself. Robert L. Bills General Bob This tall male from East Rochester keeps Murphy's stockroom in A-l condition. His personable appearance has won him many friends. We wish our Bob success. William Boser General Bill Football Z,3,45 Track 35 F.S.A. 4. Did you hear a hearty laugh? Look for Bill, it may well be his. This and his charming personality have won him many friends. Rose Brkovich General Rosie To be seen and not heard might well be the motto of this quiet lovely girl, except in English class where her talks make up in quality for her usual quietness. Donald Brehzm General Chook Don is one of the devil-may- care fellows in our class. He has a keen interest in many things mainly cars, cars. cars, and Buicks. Robert K. Brown Academic Bob Baseball 2,3,45 Football Z,3, 45 Basketball 2,3,45 Student Council 3,45 Mirage Staff 45 Speech Club 4. ' Bob, is one of the lucky few who combines brains, brawn, cmd athletic skill. Margaret Bishop Commercial Peggy Band 2,3,45 G.A.A. Peggy is one of the girls, who is always defending women's rights in Mr. Col- lela's economics class. We wish her every success and may she someday win her argument. Queennette Brehm Academic Queenie Latin Club 35 G.A.A. 2,3,45 Tri-Hi-Y 3,45 Library Club 25 Pop Kids 4. She is a quiet lass whose warm smile has made many friends at Rochy and will doubtlessly continue to do so. David Buckenheimer Academic Dave Basketball 2,3,45 Baseball 2, 3,4. Dave, daily seen with a green Buick, an ear to ear grin and friendly wave will surely leave his mark on our alma mater. 2 S S 2 Gary William Bogolea Commercial Mirage Editor 45 Pop Kids 4. Gary is the guy with the ready grin . . . gobs of dependability . . . cmd more of responsibility. Our Mirage editor, he'll surely go places. .... . , , rf . IW77f, 7 Jiifl . 12.59 ir- ?-Kit A i'. ::':. 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T'-in Z Ronald Carcaise General Ron Track 3,4. Ron's re-appearance in a track uniform will be a boost to the team, His pet peeve is a common one . . . English talks. Hiking is a daily pastime. Robert Ioseph Celio Academic Bob Visu-al Aids 2,35 Track 2,3,45 Latin Club 2,3. This Conway lad is always seen walking with Ro . . . never a dull moment when he is around. Good luck to Bob as a teacher. Chester R. Ciccozzi Academic Chief Football 2,3,45 French Club 45 Basketball 45 Baseball 4. Chester's pleasing personal- ity has won him many friends. He added his talents to our football team as one of the quarterbacks. 1955 Mary Ruth Cooke Commercial Dimples G.A.A. 2,3,45 Library Club Z: Tri-Hi-Y 3,45 Pop Kids 45 Mirage Staff 4. Mary Ruth, seemingly quiet, proves to be quite an enter- taining chatter box once you get to know her. Charles Comelison. Ir. General Corny Football 2,35 Chorus 4. Any one who knows this chap realizes how apt that nickname, Corny, really is. Charles' comical antics are enjoyed by all. 1 Barbara lean Cooper Commercial Barb G.A.A. 2,35 Tri-Hi-Y 3,4. A calm collected lass, Barb may be found almost any evening selling tickets at the Beaver Theater. Her sweet smile reveals her pleasant personality. David Corp Technical Dave Baseball 3,45 Concert Choir 4: Hi-Y 4. Dave is a quiet lad who has many friends due to his pleasing ways, his easy-to- get-along-with spirit, and eagerness to help others. l l 3 5 fl f i t I . Iames Lewis Cordes Technical Snooks Visual Aids 25 Stage Crew 3,4. As Mr. von Philp would put it, That boy has a real brain, but Snooks is one ot those rare people who can hide it behind a devil- may-care attitude. Dolores Crawford Commercial Dee G.A.A. 25 Girls' Chorus 2. Dee is-a sweet girl of whom it may be said that she is indeed a lriend in need. She also possesses a fine sense of humor. K li 76 173622 i - i X OA . I., 1, Charles Crawford General Chuck Track 2,3,4g Art 2,3,4p Hi-Y 2,3,4: F.S.A. 4. Chuck's dreams and ambi- tions must lie, as judged from his English talks, along the waterfront . . . boats are his first love. Myrna Louise Daman General G.A.A. 2,3,4g Chorus Z,3,4. Myrna is a fine girl to know. She is always willing to lend a helping hand . . . her dimples and sweet smile will be missed around Rochy. Charles Davis General Chuckie Football 2,3,45 Basketball 3, 4, Baseball 2,3. Chuckie displayed his talents on the gridiron as one of our co-captains and versatile backs, and kept everyone amused in his classes and study halls. Ioanne Marie Dietz Academic Latin Club 2: 'G.A.A. 3,41 Tri- Hi-Y 4: Ushers' Club 4: Oracle 3,4p Mirage 4: Quill and Scroll 3,4. When putting Ioanne to the acid test, make sure you're nowhere near chemistry class and the results will be favorable. Harold L. Davis General Hal Football 2,3,4g Baseball 2,3,4p Basketball Manager 2,3. Hal was known as Grendel because of his bone-crushing blocks. Ac- tually Hal is a swell person with his excellent personality cmd great sense of humor. Leman W. Dolby Academic Mirage 4. Lee, possessing a great sense of humor, can often be seen traveling from Rochester to the W.B.V.P. transmitting tower in his Chevy coupe. b t s flat - Robert Day General Skip Basketball 3,45 F.S.A. 3: Oracle 4. Skip is a boy who believes fervently in two things . , . basketball and fun, It's a toss-up in which he is more proficient. Ernest Elias Academic Ernie Band 2,3p Orchestra 2.3: Latin Club 3. Everyone knows Ernie by his Ford convertible in which he tours the town. What he lacks in size he acquired in ability. i f. Barbara Ann Davies Commercial Barb Chorus 2,37 Concert Choir 4. The D.A. really reaches its height of perfection when worn by Barb. Her friendly manner is a boon to every- one who knows her. Felix DeLuca General Cat This seemingly quiet lad may prove quite loquacious as time wears on. A hard worker for his class, Felix will surely go far. Seniors T. Farley Technical Band 25 Orchestra 25 Visual Aids 2,35 Stage Crew 2,3,4: Oracle 3,45 Pop Kids 45 Art Club 2,35 Mirage 4. Earls outstanding ability in mathematics and his hard work in other subjects assures us that he will be a Frances I-'edele Academic Francie G.ll.A. 2,35 Tri-Hi-Y 3,45 Band 3,45 Quill and Scroll 3,45 Oracle 2,3,45 Latin Club 35 Usher's Club 45 Glee Club 2. Francie is a snappy major- ette with a pleasing per- sonalit We wish all luck to Susie Ann Fisher 'Commercial Band 2,3,45 Orchestra 3,45 Student Council 35 G.A.A. 3,45 Mirage 4. Liked by both teachers and students, Susie's cheerful- ness is portrayed by her lovely dimples and ever- ready, friendly smile. SUCCESS. y. this sweet miss. Anthony Charles Fortunate General Tony Chorus 35 Concert Choir 4. What Tony lacks in size, he makes up in fun, as any- one who has been a victim ol his witty mind or mischie- vous pranks can tell you. 1955 Frank Gabauer General Hi-Y 3,45 F.S.A. 4. Another ot the happy-go- lucky fellows of our class, Frank is one ot Miss Miller's favorite math students, May this ever-smiling classmate achieve success. Thomas A. George Commercial Tommy Displaying a crop ot wavy hair, Tom is known tor his roller skating skill and hatred ot English talks, x Carolyn L. Gallagher General Carol G.A.A. 3,45 Tri-Hi-Y 3,4: Iunior Red Cross 35 Chorus 25 Band 25 Stage Crew 4. Carolyn is a charming girl who is friendly to all who have the good tortune to know her. Delores Marie Gratt Commercial Dee Chorus 25 Usher's Club 45 GAA. 35 Tri-Hi-Y 45 Mirage 45 Stage Crew 45 Iunior Red Cross 4. A smile and giggle show that Delores is around . . . an eliicient worker at the hospital. Ianyce C. Genevie Commercial G.A.A. 3,45 Tri-Hi-Y 3,45 Oracle Staff 2,3,45 Stage Crew 3,45 Art Club 3,45 Quill and Scroll 45 Pop Kids 4. Ianyce's strong interest in sports cmd her sparkling disposition won her the title ot football queen. Lynda Lou Graham Commercial Orchestra 2,3,45 Band 2,3,4 Tri-Hi-Y 4: 'G.A.A. 4. Lynda, a lun-loving person, is an essential member of the blue and white band whose ambition is to be a typing teacher. J -We Arlene S. Green Academic Tri-Hi-Y5 Latin Club 35 French Club 45 Pop Kids 45 Usher's Club 4. Arlene is a serious yet witty girl who is known for her entertaining special reports in English class. Alice Lorraine Harn Commercial Rainey G.A.A. 2,3,45 Oracle 2,31 Concert Choir 2,45 Tri-Hi-Y 3,45 Pop Kids 45 Art Club 3: Stage Crew 3,45 Newspaper Staff 2,35 Red Cross 2,3. Rainey can usually be identified by her hilarious laugh. Delores Hodnick Academic Dee Band 2,3,45 Orchestra 3,45 Latin Club 35 G.A.A. 3,45 lunior Red Cross 25 Tri-Hi-Y 45 Mirage 4. A loyal band member, Dee's lovely smile has gained her hosts ol friends. Terry Hawkins Academic The Hawk Hi-Y 25 French Club 45 Band 2,35 Orchestra 2,3. Terry's terrific piano rendi- tions of Frere Iacques have endeared him to all those in his first year French class. Helen Hoflmeier Commercial G.A.A. 2,3,45 Tri-Hi-Y 3,45 Art Club 3,45 Pop Kids 45 Stage Crew 3,45 Concert Choir 4. Helen's versatility and bright laugh can be found most anywhere, especially pour- ing cokes at the Pop Stand. Donald Gaius Grifiin Commercial Don Hi-Y 3,45 Mirage 45 Pop Kids 4. A handsome well-dressed lad describes our Don rather well , . . his antics at the pop stands will be sadly missed. Carol Lee Hays Commercial lunior Red Cross 3: Library Club 3,45 Usher's Club 45 Pop Kids 4. A petite girl who gets the most out of life, Carrol is known for her cheerfulness and liveliness. Sherman E. Hollenbaugh General Bud Track 2,3,45 Oracle 2,3,45 Hi-Y 4. Sherman is a real live wire, who is especially known for missing the deadline in jour- nalism. 'Bud's pleasant manner will always win him friends. Bradley Guinn Academic Brad Student Council 25 Mirage Editor 45 Quill and Scroll 4. Brad, one of our Mirage editors, is sure to be a suc- cess with his natural ability and hard work. Ioe Heuring General Track 2,3,45 Football 2,3,4. Ioe's handsome features are often seen in the athletic world . . , his willingness to lend a helping hand is appreciated by all. Seniors Linda Marlene Holman General Lynn Chorus 4. Lynn's dimples, winning smile, and her line culinary ability will make her a good catch tor some lucky man. 5-N Stanley Houllis Academic Stan the Man Football 2,35 Chorus 2,3,4. Stan sets the style in the latest ready-to-wear fash- ions. He is pleasant and always ready to assist in time ot need. 1955 Richard Horter General Dick Dick has made it his self- appointed task to keep the seventh period English class jumping, which his natural streak ot devilment makes easy. William Horter General Bill There's never a dull moment when Bill is around. His sincerity and good manners always make him welcome, and are sure to take him lar along the road to success. Robert Howe General Dixie Football Z,3,4: Basketball 2, 3,45 Baseball 2,3,4g Hi-Y 4, F.S.l-l. 4. Dixie is rough and tough on the football field . . . has an easy-going attitude, but is sincere and a true triend to all. Charlene Iovine Academic Char Red Cross 2: Latin Club 3: G.A.A. 3,45 Quill and Scroll 37 Usher's Club 4: Tri-Hi-Y 4, Stage Crew 4, Oracle 3,4. Char's petite lovliness is a pleasant addition to any class . . . a great Oracle helper. Earl Emmet Inman Commercial Emery Track 3,45 Pop Kids 45 Hi-Y 4. Earl is one ot the reserved members of the class, who is noted for being a line coke salesman and for con- scientiously striving with his subjects. Duane Charles Irvin General Duane is a quiet member ot the senior class. Although he never has much to say he still has many friends. We wish him the best of everything. .t .., ,gg ln. Z .. .11 -it Geraldine Marie Inman Commercial Gerry Gerry is a dark-haired lass who is often seen in the company of Bertha. A Rochy girl who will surely go tar. Samuel Iohnson Technical Fletcher Football 2,3,4g Basketball 3: Baseball 2,37 Track 2,3,4g National Honor Society 31 Mirage Staff 4. Sam is our Rambling Racm who came to H.H.S, this year from Elders Ridge. We all hope that he has enjoyed his stay. n M. Geraldine Kisella Commercial Gerry Pop Kids 4: G.A.A. 3: Usher's Club 4: lunior Red Cross 4: Mirage Staff 4. Gerry is one of our loyal Pop Kids who could usually be seen hovering over the coffee pot. Bertha Ioan Kosanovich Commercial Ioanie Ioa'nie possesses beautiful brown eyes and long curly hair to match . . . she is neat, quiet and sweet. Vernon R. Leister Academic Vern Latin Club Z,3: Baseball 2,4. We are in cx quandry whether Vern's mean chemistry experiments come from soda-jerking or his soda fountain talents come from chemistry class. Ioel Glenn Langnecker Commercial Toby Football 2: Hi-Y 3,4: Chorus 2,3,4. Although he would be at home on the range, never- theless Ioby has fit right in at Rochy Hi and here's hoping success will come his way. Iames W. Leskanic Commercial lim Art Club 3: Pop Kids 4: Quill and Scroll 4: Oracle Staff 3,4: Mirage Staff 4. One of our energetic, hard- working Pop Kids . . . Iim's ambitions and talents lie along artistic lines. Nancy Lee Koehler Commercial Art Club 3: Pop Kids 4: Girls' Chorus 2: Concert Choir 3,4: GJ-l.A. 2: Tri-Hi-Y 4: Mirage Staff 4. A charming personality high-lighted by her halo of lovely golden curls makes Nancy the envy of all. Paul Konvolinka Commercial This lanky lad proves to be one of Rochy's most amiable students. May he realize every success and happiness in the future. if' 52 4 Beulah La Rose 4 Commercial Bea B-and 2: Pop Kids 4: G.A.A.4. Bea is one of Mr. Collela's hardworking,Pop Kids who is often seen with lack in the green Ford. Best Wishes, Bea. Dolores Ruth Livergood General Dee Tri-Hi-Y 3,4: Chorus 2,3,4. Dee is cr quiet member ol the class who is always seen wearing a smile. She was the source of minor riots in driver training class. Herbert E. Lawrence General Herb Track 3,4: Hi-Y 3,4: Oracle 4: Stage Crew 4. A good example of true friendship is set by Herb, You can be sure that Rochy is proud to claim him as one of her loyal sons. Seniors Christina Lombardo Commercial Tina Stage Crew 35 G.A.A. 3,45 Concert Choir 45 Pop Kids 45 Tri-Hi-Y 4. Tina is the cute little girl who is our class secretary. She is a hard worker and gives her all for the Class oi 55. Ioseph R. Lombardo General Ice Football 2. He truly possesses a halo of horns, no one could think up as mcmy practical and amusing jokes as our aloe-U Rose Lombardo Commercial Rosie G.A.A. 2,3,4: Tri-Hi-Y 3,4: Concert Choir 2,45 Oracle 2,3,45 Pop Kids 45 Art Club 35 Stage 'Crew 3,45 News- paper Staff 3. A loyal booster of our team, Rose can be called upon to participate in all events. Geraldine Ruth Lyons General Gerry Tri-Hi-Y 3,45 Art Club 2,35 Pop Kids 45 G.A.A. 2,35 Usher's Club 45 Girls' Chorus 2,3,45 Stage Crew 4. Gerry is a faithful mem- ber of the Tri-Hi-Y who serves as its treasurer. Good Luck, Gerry. 1955 Barbara Mahli Commercial Barb Student Council 2,3,45 Class Officer 45 Concert Choir 3,45 G.A.A. 2,3,45 Tri-Hi-Y 3,45 Cheerleader 35 Mirage Editor 4. Barb is one of our year book editors, who is always ready to pitch in and work. Susan Marie Mayhue Commercial Suzie GAA. 2: Concert Choir 2,3,4. A Noss Plan lass who is a very likeable and lively girl. Suzie's amiable disposi- tion makes her friends wherever she goes. Carol Masters Academic Latin Club 2,35 G.A..l-l. 3,4: Chorus Z,3,45 Stage Crew 45 lunior Red Cross 3. Carol hails from East Rochester and is proud of it. She is a perfect example ot the saying Good things come in small packages. Eileen McCreary Commercial Girls' Chorus 3,45 Library Club Z5 Bowling League 45 lunior Red Cross 4, Eileen is a cheerful miss who brings laughter and iun wherever she goes. The best of luck in everything you do, Eileen. Ann Louise Mathews Academic Annie G.A.A. 3,45 Tri-Hi-Y 3,45 Concert Choir 35 Art Club 3: Latin Club 2,3,45 Stage Crew 45 Oracle 2,3,45 Quill and Scroll 3,45 Pop Kids 45 Mirage 4. Usually rushing to Beaver, Annie's energy is in- exhaustable. She is always cheerful and witty. Thomas William McCullough Academic Tom Latin Club 3,4. Tom is a handsome mem- ber of our class who is always ready with a friendly smile and always ready for a good time. Thomas McCixslrer Academic Mac Hi-Y 3,45 Track 3,45 Latin Club 2,3. Mac displays the factors necessary to any class- spice and variety. Brain power and a friendly per- sonality help to win him many friends. Wilma lean Merrifield Commercial lean A neat appearance and quiet ways describe lean, who added a touch of lovely dignity to the football crowning. The best wishes of the senior class, lean, I Louis Phillip Mine General Lou Pop Kids 3,4. Stand I was made a lively place by virtue of l..ou's presence . . . not only an excellent Pop Kid but an excellent person. Charles M. Mitchell General Chuck Chorus 2,3,45 Hi-Y 4. Chuck is one of those people who is seldom seen and almost never heard, except when contributing to some performance by the Choir. Ernest Pappas Academic Ernie Ernie is one of our serious minded students. His quiet earnest ways have won him many friends at Rochy. Seen but seldom heard, he's a nice fellow to have around. Marvin Keith Niedergall General Woody Hi-Y. Woody will no doubt end up as editor of the Beaver Valley Times . . . a hard worker and a good class- inate, Woody is sure to go ar. Leon Parham General Lee Football 2,3,45 Basketball 2, 45 Oracle 3,45 Hi-Y 45 F.S.A. 45 Stage Crew 4. Lee is a carefree fellow who gets along with every- one. His shoes will be hard to fill in the football line-up. Patricia A. Noonen Commercial Pat G.A.A. 3,45 Ushers' Club 45 Pop Kids 45 Tri-Hi-Y 4. Pat is a lucky lass who stands head and shoulders above the crowd in more ways than one, chiefly by her gracious manner. Samuel C. Parris Academic Sam Hi-Y 2,3,45 Latin Club 2,35 Golf 35 Mirage Staff 4. :Sam possesses one of those rarely found qualities, a truly witty mind. As presi- dent of the Hi-Y, he will be hard to replace. Rosalie Ann Papa Academic Ro Band 25 Tri-Hi-Y 2,3,4: Concert Choir 45 Latin Club 3. Ro is one of our happy go-lucky girls who is alwayd ready and willing to ably argue her point. Seniors Anne Pecon Commercial Anna Tri-Hi-Y 45 Chorus 25 lG.A.A. 45 Iunior Red Cross 4. Anna is a sweet, petite lass-quiet in manner, but always ready to lend a helping hand whenever and wherever needed. Iauice Ruth Perkins Academic Perk G.A.A. 2,35 Latin Club 35 Speech Club 35 Tri-Hi-Y 3,45 Oracle 2,3,45 Stage Crew 45 Quill and Scroll, Perk, noted for her Oracle column, is a contradiction of the adage: Children should be seen, not heard. Raymond Gerald Porter General Jerry Football 2,3,45 Track Man- ager 3,4. Ierry's devastating block- ing will be missed on the gridiron next year. He is the class bowling fanatic, and a good one, too, as his scores show. 1955 Patricia Ann Rabassi Academic Pat Chorus 25 Latin Club 35 Oracle 3,45 Quill and Scroll 45 Student Council 35 Pop Kids 4. Pat is noted for her neat appearance and eye-catch- ing clothes. We feel sure she will succeed. Charles Hamer Technical Brub Stage Crew 45 Hi-Y 4. Brub is one ol the quiet members of the class. A studious lad, he will suc- ceed in whatever he attempts. Fred A. Perrotta' Academic The Fred Band 2,35 Football 45 Latin Club 35 Student Council 2, 3,45 Class Officer 3,4. Fred's our class president and a swell fellow with a great personality. A man of many talents who will un- doubtedly succeed. Edward Radish Academic Football 2,3,45 Spanish Club 35 Oracle 2,3,45 F.S.A. 45 Quill and Scroll 3,45 Track 2,35 Stage Crew 45 Mirage Staff 4. Ed is the king ltootballl who was an errand boy iiournalism classl. He will surely be missed next year. ..Ed,. Iames D. Reader Academic lim Football 2,3,45 Student Coun- cil 35 French Club 45 Oracle Staff 3,45 Quill and Scroll 3,4. Take a dash oi good looks, add a bit ol mischief, and you will have lim, Charlotte Rall Commercial Char G.A.A. 2,3,45 Tri-Hi-Y 35 Ushers' Club 4: Art Club 3. Charlotte is a lass who hails from West Bridgewater. She is well liked and always has a ready smile. Paul R. Reeb, Ir. Academic Reebal Class Officer 2,3,45 Football 2,3,45 Track 25 Golt 3,45 Oracle Stat! 45 French Club 45 Quill and Scroll 4. Being Vice-President is a big job, but Reebal is a cap- able person tor this position. Charles C. Reich General Chuck Football 2,35 Track 2. We usually see Chuck whizzing home for lunch in his two-tone Buick. His amiable personality is shown in quiet ways and a pleas- ing manner. Iohn N. Retzer Technical lack Mechanic 2,3,4. Iack's sunny smile and quiet ways are what make him a needed part of the Class of 55 . . . can usually be found with a certain Bl.. Iuanita Marie Robinson Commercial ' Band 2,35 Tri-Hi-Y 45 G.A.A 45 Mirage 4. Iucmita is a pert blond mis from East Rochester. She i a great help in Mr. Farley' office. Thomas D. Robinson Academic Robby Football 2,35Spgnish Club 3. Robby, a fun loving mem- ber ol the class, is always ready with a joke and a mischievous prank for his many friends. Ioann Signore Academic IO Tri-Hi-Y 3,4: lourn-alism 2,35 Quill and Scroll 35 Chorus 2,35 Art Club 2,35 G.A.A. 2, 3,45 French Club 4. A neat appearance and stylish clothes help to make Io pleasing to the eye . . . a Pop Kid with real spirit. Frances Romer Academic Franny Library Club 25 Iunior Red Cross 25 G.A.A. 2,35 Tri-Hi-Y 3,45 Latin Club 25 Pop Kids 4. To be friendly and sweet is Franny's make-up. She can always be depended upon. Iohn Snyder General A swoosh around the corner and a flash of red. Can it be Iohn Snyder? I-le is a quiet lad but a true friend to all. Iohn Shee General Baseball 45 Hi-Y 4. Iohn is a well-liked class- mate, who is also an active member in the Hi-Y , . . a fine example of the adage seen but seldom heard. Kiley Ann Stablow Academic G.A.A. 2,3,45 Tri-Hi.Y 3,4: Art Club 2.3: Cheerleader 3,45 Stage Crew 3,45 Ushers' Club 45 Latin Club 3: Chorus 2.3. Kiley's a sweet and happy- go-lucky girl. Her pep and vigor will be missed next year. 3, , , 5 it 1- , Io Ann Shephard Academic Io Band 2,3,45 Orchestra 3,3 Art Club 35 Latin Club Tri-Hi-Y 4. A sweet red head with 1 winning smile, Io Ann i always ready to help whei she is needed. Seniors Raymond Steel General Ray Football Manager 2,3. Sincerity and helpfulness are two of Ray's many assets . . . usually quiet, he can be heard when need be. Carole Ann Stefanik Academic G.A.A. 2,3,4g Tri-Hi-Y Z,3,4g Latin Club 2,35 Ari Club 35 Stage Crew Z5 Chorus 2,32 Pop Kids 4. One ot our sweet-neat set, Carole, has a witty line of chatter and 'charming smile. Thomas R. Sullivan Academic Sully Band 2,3,4g Latin Club 2,3. An able trumpeter Sully is always ready with a sharp reply. Rochy Hi is sure to miss The Sullivan- Elias combination skidding around in Ernie's convert- ible. Harold Clayton Summers Technical Dirton Track 2,3,4. A quiet reticent lad, Harold is an able supporter of his class, His fleet feet will be sadly missed at track meets next year. 1955 William Taylor General Willie Track 3. Dark wavy hair and flash- ing eyes filled with mischief identify our Bill, He can really make fast conversa- tion, too, it need be. Michelle Dian Thompson Academic Mickey G.A.A. 25 Spanish Club 27 Mirage Editor 4, Pop Kids 45 Oracle 3,45 Ushers' Club 41 Quill and Scroll 3,4. Mickey is usually found furiously pushing a pencil in the attempt to fill either her Mirage or Oracle posi- tion. William George Texter General Tex Choir 3,4. Ioining our ranks when a junior, Bill is a fine and most welcome asset. Perhaps he is best remembered as being one of that Rochester Township gang. Eleanor Toth Academic El Cheerleader 2,3,4g Tri-Hi-Y 3,41 Art Club 3: Latin Club 2,35 Stage Crew 35 Chorus 2,31 G.A.A. 2,3. El is a dark-eyed charmer with personality plus. Her pep as a varsity cheerleader will be missed at Rochy. William Theil Commercial Willie One of Mr. Armstrong's Aces -when he is in school. Bill is an easy-come- easy-go fellow who has a swell personality, and makes a fine friend. Marilyn lean Trumpeter Academic Tri-Hi-Y 3,45 Latin Club 35 French Club 4, Ushers' Club 47 G.A.A. 3,41 Pop Kids 45 Mirage Staff 4. A good student, true friend . . . loyal class worker . . . able prexy of the Tri-Hi-Y, describes this lass perfectly. Ethel Mae Vashaw General Pop Kids 45 Chorus 4. n To say that Ethel is a mean cookuis to make the under- statement of the year, as anyone in home ec. class can tell you. Walter Vashaw Academic Walt Latin Club 2,35 Band 2,3,4. A lad of high ambition is this trombone player who seems to achieve success in whatever he attempts. May he realize all his dreams. Anthony Allen Volponi Academic Tony Football 2,3,45 Basketball 3, 45 Baseball 253,45 Student Council 2,3,45 Class Officer 25 Oracle 2,3,45 Latin Club 2,3. A snappy gridder and lor- mer class president who worries over nothing. William Walker General Walker Basketball 25 F.S.A. 4. A seemingly quiet boy, Bill can hold his own in conversation once you get to know him. Frances Zoiti Commercial Franny Concert Choir 2,3,4. Perhaps Frances' chiet claim to tame is her ability to do two things at once-listen to a teacher and doodle. Elizabeth Alease Whittington Academic G.A.A. 2,3,45 Tri-Hi-Y 3,42 Latin Club 35 Ushers' Club 45 Oracle 3,45 Quill and Scroll 3,45 Art Club 35 Stage Crew 45 Mirage Staff 4. Alease's chief, well-done, duty as president oi the Tri- Hi-Y was to keep it running smoothly. Byron Grant Davies General B Byron is a newcomer to Rochester who hails from Wyoming, and more re- cently, Iordan. He is very much interested in Com- mercial Art, We wish all the success to this friendly lad! Albert William Young General A1bie F'.S.A. 35 Pop Kids 45 Mirage 45 Stage Crew 4. Alhie really kept the Pop Kids poppin with his brand ot salesmanship. His quick wit has gained him many friends. Frances Patricia Zielinske Commercial Patty Art Club 35 F.S.A. 2,35 Pop Kids 45 Concert Choir 2,35 Library Club 2. A loyal and hard working classmate is Pat. Her friendship, once given, is a gilt to be treasured. ff 9 ,jj LAQEMQVLWJZWW Www ' fy W M awww WW WMM WWQWWMTWW W C ,ww if jf MwMg,,wWg,fffj,W M5155 CW A Olfiywrpp 79 jf by 64 H WW rl jwfw WW fe MQ? QW Mfffwlffg 55WwWfQjMQW67fW'5 fi? WWW fQWf42,1'W9wMw5,QfN fffwgvifp G 1 WfXFif,,mf'y emfzjfuj MWWWWWH M WW ff' MQW? 6 Q' QW, iljfsyj' yxw A O5'Wf2fqf3f5Q,3'ffW'j And Everyone a Star Students: Ge g B tl d y Trumpete am . . am he X , ii ,,. i s H bc X A A U . I - a I 0 I it 'lf' 1 b ya 3 Most Likely to Succeed: Walter Vashaw cmd Michelle Thompson. B t M l Best Dressed: St H ll d P t Rabassi. Best Athlete: S Alease Whittingt F l E Q 1 4 0 M r Y I , 0 Th '2 41:59 v '6hv 0 gfs -X W2 W L B t C Hays. t Hair: Lou Mine and Iucxmtcl El r 'I' th. n. hassis: Bob B wn and Carol B Q Barb O V Personahty ara Mahli. FdPrr X - ' -42 I I 1 -A r f K I bl Si'-' 541132 -1 Ml z Q32-Ui nf., ,aw A., if wwf' N35-1.5 it ,nf :- f .,N4lQ vw Q Q- ,s Jw iv N s BACK 5 mms ,M , ,, ,,Vg 4 I . L Q i1Q L + xt A V. Vin. Q4- Q. 4, K XL., r If 47 r X M 3. 42, f. ,bv- fm Whwwmx WMM S wi! Q'-if. ti as' g 0 r Managers: ROW l: Francis Tooch, Dennis Tooch. ROW 2: ters. lohn Mustalo. Don Grimm Frank Barber. George Mas Football Football - 1954. The season saw new coaches, a reasonably new teamp and the junction city eleven was to try to live up to tradition! A. lot had to be studied out. 'I'he team departed for camp, worked out en returned. A lot of tootball wisdom the kinks, and th was gained, but what of our new system? Th ' ' e first game saw an anxious team, anxious coaches, and an anxious Rochester. The Hopewell game was a tremendous moral as well as athletic vi t c ory, and our 1954 Rams were able to post victories New Brighton, Beaver and a over Aliquippa, Monaca, highly touted Har-Brac team. Leaving little doubt as to Rochy's New Look being a Good Look . . . one we all like to see. Fiery Ray Phillips, head football mentor. Mr. Phillips advocated both the physical and psychological as- pects oi football to his players. 33 Hopewell . , 16 Monaca , 6 Ellwood , . 26 New Brighton 26 Aliquippa , 12 Beaver Falls 0 Midland . A 6 Ambridge . 19 Beaver . W.. 6 Har-Brack , A , 6-4 Leon Parham Ierry Porter Wi Ed Radish Bob Brown Ioe Heuring Chester Ciccozzi Tony Volponi Chuck Davis P Reader aul Reel: Dixie Howe Bill Bose: Q ' Eff' . :ff -, 1 215-5 . ' l 'Q ,L Sam Iohnson Un the Gridiron Fred Perrotta Harold Davis wi .a . A ' 'QW I .Q .,v R-39 J A 1 ,,,,..... , I rr: Sam Iohnson skirts left end for cz sizeable gain with the aid of u valuable block by an unidentified teammate. Art Conner and Iames Gomory. two reasons why Rochestefs grid record showed cr definite improvement this year. ROW 1: I. Hermick. I. Priddy, C. Grant. T. Stablow. S. Scriva, G. Walker, M. White, I. Tooch. ROW 2: I Pizzutti. T. Tolson. W. Alberts, M. Moss, R. Smith. 'I' Dishler. ROW 3: M. Osman, R. Detcmnu, D. Panner, W. Morrow. G. Clear, D. Ware. H. Groves. M. McDade. f wg? in -'ii A, ,,,,-, ,. .L ,H TOP: Varsity-ROW 1: Emogene Fritz, Ianet Rcrbassi. ROW 2: Kiley Stablow, Eleanor Toth. ROW 3: Sophia Pahoulis. Louise Marusic. BOTTOM: Reserves- ROW I: Ruth Shanholtz. Iane Powers. ROW 2: Emogene Genevie, Donna Hull, Christine Dietz. Cheerleaders Whether on the football field, basketball court, or in pep assembly, the energetic cheerleaders were always standing by to instill pep and the will to win into the students, teams and faculty. Sporting new white sweaters for football season and blue corduroy jumpers for the basketball season, the varsity cheer- leaders, ably aided by the reserves, backed up their teams in defeat as nobly as in victory. ,- lk W n .iff Bob Brown tips one in for Z, another Rochy score. S i 4 f N 1 3' r:1'f I lf ii LEFT TO RIGHT: Tony Volponi, Dave Buckenheimer. Bob Howe. ' if Larry McIntosh, Leon Parham. Frank Barber. Chuck Davis. Tom M Snowden, Bob Day. and Lou Mcxrusic. Bob Brown was absent A when the picture was taken. fl f ff X W n V Baskeibdll Managers: M Emmanuel. M. Moss, D Grimm. Q L. EA, Serving their first year as cage men- tors, Coaches Adam Karcis and Ioseph Catanese, faced a formidable task in molding a quintet with only two returning lettermen to serve as a nucleus for the basketball squad. Although hampered by a shortage ot experienced material, the boys, as a team, gave a fine account of them- selves and their school as they repre- sented Rochester in section eight competition. ,W Adam Karcis. newly appointed cage beach is trying hard to put out a winning team He is molding a green team into fine shape High-scoring Dave Buckenheimer attempts to drive into the basket on this action shot which helped the Rams to win their opener. r-,,...,-- ' I 5. 0 A wi? A Q 4 iq? ' -'imc-QU A., 'A ' ., , L TQ,- 53' Wg ' if ' f P5268 V? N I I , ,flliw W. I f, E5 1.255 I Q. ek. iw j yi, , S 'V SFP' ,Wi 4h-F .... f , ,Y it 1 2' if Q31 M iv, Q Zi, ,,, nf L, 1. 2 if EVE . , '41 fa x aw., r I aw .ff Q, . N -am Q ' E , Z - f.A, ' ' 35. - G01 f 44-Ms..4+1-4'l ' ?W if A if A' .iw f4'W Four of the members of the newly organized golf team learning a few tncks of the trade. The lovers of the outdoors, the golfers of Rochester, have teed oft for the second season. This team has the possibilities of bringing golf fame to our town. Putters and sticks have been getting to the greens more often, and with much fsulccess. We all wish the best to our team. Ron Carccise gives Earl In- man some useful track pointers. Track ROW I: I. Hermick, S. Iohnson. R. Carcaise, M. McDade, C. Summers. S. Martin. ROW 2: E. Romigh, I. Sciaretta, R. Smith, M. Law, G. Clear, T. McCusker.'ROW 3: E. Inman, R. Celio, G. Porter, E. Radish, I. Priddy, S. Scriva, I. Hays. The cinder track sport is fast gaining popu- larity at Rochester. It is a fine competitive sport, which brings thrills to participant and spectator alike. Our track and field team has seen action in a variety of events such as sprinting, distance running, relay races, jumps, distance throws, and one and all of us are proud of the team's efforts for Rochester High School. -vwfhm-MW'-v--' W Qyftt -mme W- --f- A - -. - 1-.ga -- --v M -gg...-.-.1 ,V .- . - --W-W x A 1 x. .., . ...nm ,,. W W M . .,, if . if .9 . 5, . fry ,- .gqrg 1, MM . Baseball Was vividly brought into the fore of the sports world with the winning of the Section VI championship last year. 'I'his was the first time that Rochester was so signally honored, and it leaves a great responsibility with this year's team. Composed of only a few lettermen our baseball team was nonethe less fully capable of receiving this respon- sibility and carrying on in like manner. Congratulations to a fine team. ROW l: I. Bartley. S. Groves, D. Ware. D. Blinn. I. Whippo. W. Alberts, I. George. ROW 2: L. Mamsic, C. Davis. C. Ciccozzi. D. Corp, D. Measel, I.. Lewis. E. McCauley. ROW 3: D. Grimm, D. Buckenheimer. R. Brown, R. Howe. D. Tooch. E. McKenry, W. Snow. I. Baseball TOP: Our Section VI championship baseball team couped the honor oi being the first in Rochy history. BOTTOM: Outstanding play highlights our baseball team. Hers Dixie Howe displays some oi the ex- Martin. cellnni playing ability that helps to win. pm ., f V f.. IJIIQZMQ X 2 TOP: Sam Iohnson runs through the Beaver line lor valuable yardage. RIGHT: Rochester Co-Captains. Tony Volponi and Chuck Davis receiving the Old Oaken Bucket from Beaver's Don Barley and Neil Avery. Opposing forces fight to session of the rebound. 2, 'il' S su, ,a Frank Barber illustrates power ai the plate as he swings his bat. All righi, Ciccozzi, get in there and do a GOOD job. ...if- gain pos- Highlights FU!-. sg-'NW fx I . 5+ .i irq V 1 v' .ll K 'bw ml: All Wei 19 .wi lg 44 ' P5 Q- ffmf A W Z 9704 A 9'6 X Iuniors Much of the social success of a year depends not on the senior, but the junior class. An industrious, and usually highly profitable, magazine sale earns the funds necessary to sponsor the junior-senior prom. This affair is a traditional event held for the graduating seniors by the members of the junior class. Another social highlight is the junior banquet. Under the guidance of Mrs. Helen Davis, committees choose some outstanding entertainer to perform at this function. The time has now come for us, the class of 1956, to take our place among the classes of juniors Who 'have so ably represented R.H.S., and to take over the responsibilities and rewards of being seniors. Christine Dietz. secretary: Florence Taylor. vice-president: Nancy Engelman. treasurer: William Day, president. E ROOM 33 ROW 1: V. Covalt, R. Quinn. C. Caldwell, V. Frank I. Powers. L. Roush, I. Petru- celli, N. Lambert, R. Noon- en. ROW 2: Miss Miller, B. Benson, P. Graff, B. Kelly, D. Ginther, L. Alicandro, D. McKay, M. Rudnicki, D. Shanholtz. ROW 3: R. Hum- es, S. Gerace, I. Rice, L. Lewis, R. Farley, M. Osman, G. Masters. ROW 4: M. White, E. Romi h, R. Ro g . man, C. Prince, R. Beisel, D. Blirxn. T. Hohl, M. Hudak ROOM 34 ROW l: M. Ccxrricato. D. Auld, P. Grant, N. Role, S. Bird, C. Dietz, D. Hull. M. Ruhe. ROW 2: R. Peters, W. Day, M. Brunner, I. Davids, B. Shanholtz. P. Bosco, G. Haney. ROW 3: I. Kolback, I. Sciaretta, W. Alberts, S. Scriva, Mr. von Philp. ROOM 35 ROW 1: B. McCarty, K. Keene, I. Shee, R. Mundo, Y. Ruby, S. Pahoulis, I. Treg- lia, F. Taylor. ROW 2: P. Wolfe, D. Ludwig. B. Thomp- son, I. Weihaus, I. Kalino- ski, P. Doyle, D. Sosrxowski, R. Rosensteel, Mrs. Wescott. ROW 3: I. D,eNucci, I. White, E. McKenry, T. Snowden. P. McCusker. ROW 4: I. Zivko. E. Zorich. C. Free- man, I. Brewer, D. Grimm, F. Gabauer. H Qw- it ROOM 36 ROW 1: D. McCune, M Bukta, C. Kane, G. Dorn, A Mathews. ROW 2: R. Bath- gaie, C. Chop, P. Volponi I. Garber, A. Scarvelis, I. Kline. ROW 3: B. Hall, E McCauley, R. Gordon, A: Hoifmeier, Mr. Armstrong. ROOM 37 ROW 1: D. Messenger, E. Fritz, A. Dioguardi, P. Sig- nore, C. Davis, S. Mac- Kecrge, P. Dunning. ROW 2: R. Martin, N. Engelman. A. Stelzer, C. Grant, M. Fogel, N. Caplinger, P. Cap- lan, L. Bozek. ROW 3: Mr. Colella, I. Hays, L. Shivler, T. Rankin, M. McDade, I. Graham, D. Measel. ROW 4: G. Walker, I. Springer, R. Shane, D. Hollenbaugh, R. Shaffer, B. Dittman, D. Tooch, D. Eggenberger. ROOM 38 ROW 1: G. Clear, B. Cozad. H. Cassi, L. Rcxegler, E. Genevie, I. Rabassi, E. Reese, M. Clark. ROW 2: Mrs. Kirk, B. Peterson, M. Klingensmith, S. Branden- burg, V. Hallberg, I. Howie, L. Mclntosh. ROW 3: I. Houllis, I. Hermick, I. Ma- gee, V. Miller, L. Marusic. ROW 4: H. Meanor, P. Cor- setti, I. Means, R. Crisci, K. Matthews, I. Martin. Louise Marusic. secretary: Sandy Squires, vice-president: Melvin Moss. president: Irene Houllis. treasurer. ophomores Sophomores are renowned for being scapegoats. No other class takes the abuse of the seniors and scorn -of the juniors in such a large measure. But all this is a method of initiation, for any class that proves itself able to take this punishment also proves itself able to someday be a fine senior class. Knowing this, then, it seems that this year's sophs have passed their eligibility test with flying colors a:nd have gone on to make a fine record of their own. The election of class officers was carried on amid campaigning of the hardest sort with the lower hall looking like a view of the Republican National Convention. The newly elected class officers were then faced with the problem of raising money, which they did byithe sale of Beechies and decals. The financial end having been cared for. the class was then free to take care of the social side. A highly successful dance. sponsored by class advisor, Miss Geraldine Steinacker, was held in February. ROOM l ROW 1: S. Olshesky, I. Lam bert. M. Frank. N. Alican- dro. S. Book. G. Goettman I. Silipigni. S. Squires ROW 2: I. Tooch, V. Belcul- line, I. Hahn. G. Carpenter, I. Samchuck. D. Panner. F. Corp. ROW 3: Mr. Catanese. T. Heuring. M. Moss, S. Martin. A. Gellond. D. De- tanna. ROW 4: R. Young. B. Priddy. I. Whippo. T. Tolson. ROOM 2 ROW 1: R. Graff. I.. Maru- sic. I. Cordes. N. Gault. E Scarvelis. D. Holzworth, P Shaffer. M. Stobart. ROW 2 Miss Banlield. I. Primo. C Kern, E. Bailey. O. Pahou- lis. P. Merrifield, N. Crisci. ROW 3: T. Stablow. R. Men- nell, W. Morrow, K. Bair. D. Niedergall. H. Groves. 1 ROW 4: F. Tooch, I. Dye. R Law. M. Hnesko. Busy sophomore salesmen load up previous to a basketball game if .,'l2Z ' High salesmen lor the soph- omore gum sale were: ROW 1: V. Bills, H. Groves. L. Coe. ROW 2: I. Sam- chuck. C. McMahon. .,y9f,,,..,,..,7,7.q.... ., '.'s??i5iE,1:'4f1m Skerfw vgi' f, - I .--W., ' .rsyvgaiw Q - ff L, qi, ,ffgsfii , .we . ,ff I be SM... - ,.. 9 I- Y iifsif A Sidney. Tom. cmd Sandy with decals sold as a Sophomore proiect. The student body is quick to respond ROOM 4 ROW l: R. Reich, H. Scia- rettcr, H. Check. D. Hine- man, N. Kelly, C. McMahon. S. Sturm. ROW 2: N. Thom- as. P. Lane, N. Berguall, N. Beatty, S. Simpson, V. Teets. D. Messenger. I. Cordes. ROW 3: G. Prince, C. Grant. H. Buttermore, G. Tutwiler, A. Law, I. Stone, I. Davies. Mr. Phillips. ROW 4: L. Day. R. Wagner. R. Verrico. D. Ware, I. Coltin, M. Hogue. T. Schmidt. D. McCusker. S. Hays. ROOM 5 ROW 1: E. Buckenheimer. L. Coe. I. Stratton, E. Venn R. Shanholtz, M. Davis. P Genevie, M. Beers. ROW 2: Mrs. Cain. I. Houllis. D Meredith. M. Kline. A Wolff, D. Carpenter, B. Mc- Cann. ROW 3: I. Dunning M. Law. I. Pizutti, I. Priddy D. Raegler, C. Cox. I. In- man. ROW 4: I. Stephenson M. Emmanuel. M. Luther. T. Padgett, T. Dishler. I. Mustalo, R. McLaiferty. when the sophomores sponsor a dance. Pledged to advance student-teacher relationships. improve school Conditions, further good inter-school relations, and introduce worthwhile innovations. the Rochester Iunior High School Student Council has functioned admirably in behalf of the pupils. Sponsored by Mrs. Anne Tumer and Mr. Merton Bradshaw, the council successfully conducted a noon time orangeade-potato chip sale. Freshmen Despite unusual circumstances which caused the ninth grade class to be split into two parts, the class has made remark- able records both athletically and scholastic- ally. lt seemed that those freshmen who were moving up to the high school building would feel out of place and unhappy. Quite the contrary was true, however, for they fit into the general workings of the school without the least bit of trouble. 'l'his also put handicaps on them, too. In some instances parts of some athletic team would be in different buildings or the editor of the junior high page of the Oracle was separated from her staff. The annual Heart Hop held on Valen- tine's Day was a beautiful and very popular affair, as was the ninth grade prom. Taken in an overall aspect, it seems that the freshman class has proved itself far more mature than could have been hoped for, and as representatives of the senior class, we of the Mirage Staff would like to extend our warmest wishes for a happy school career. 9-l ROW 1: B. Bobish, L. Davis. R. Cooper, S. Buckenheim- er. M. Stonebraker. I. Ol- shesky, N. Blinn, M. Grail. ROW 2: D. Fragomeni, M. Cole, I. Graham. K. Chabot, M. Cuifo. I. Moody. S. Rei- der, M. Mason. L. Burg, B. Banyas. ROW 3: Mrs. Tur- ner, R. Hogan, B. Goede- ker, I. Brown, B. Farmer, T. Coe. T. McClain, I. Wright, A. Carcaise. R. Mayhue. 9-3 ROW 1: L. Dagen, I.. Lyons, I. Mundo, M. Heuring, L. Bird, E. McCann, B. Hall, P. O'Dom1ell. ROW 2: I. Hetzler. E. Metzger, B. Noo- nen, B. Shanahan, I. Thomp- son, I. Seidler, B. Martin R. Luther, T. Scheidemantel A. Mouk. ROW 3: Mrs. Gol- den, E. Charlovich, B. Sch- leiter, P. Bombara, L. Brush. D. Hesh, G. Izenhaur, G Leslie, B. Kline. 1 f I ,., ,f-Q, .3 -fqz, ,. ,-.- -,.-Vw, . 'V ' 1. J' ffl- M .. 1.--'w , r. ' I 9-2 ROW 1: D. Aureli, S. von Moos. I. Iohnson, P. Hooley. I.. Moody, D. Crah, D. Mal- ing, N. Curtis, N. Powell. ROW 2: F.. Graff, C. Porter, E. Holman, I. Hanshe, C. Belic, L. Coriield, I. Ander- son. I. Turley, D. Pate, I. Rounds. ROW 3: E. Reed. M. Iohnson, R. Shroyer, C. Zie- linski, K. Glabb, K. Davids. I. Mannion. B. Olson, Mr. Lathom. , , - fi. -lv' Iunior high students are pictured watching with en- A studious English class thusiam as their team works busily under the fine tangles with Conway op- supervision oi Mrs. Grace ponemg, Golden. 9-4 ROW l: E. Law. P. Cordes, M. Kern. B. Mathews. G. Ashworth, H. Wilson. M. La- Rose. ROW 2: Mrs. Davis, W. Bosco, D. Herman. I. Brooks, P. Nocera, B. Iohn- son, W. Snow. ROW 3: E. Knight, R. Gordon, M. Campbell, W. Schleiter, I. George, E. Lombardo, I. Mc- Cauley. 9-5 ROW 1: N. Eisenhauer. I. Dishler, I. Mebs, B. Berry, R. Yancy, R. Rollins, I. Graff, C. Trumpeter. ROW 2: Mrs. Brown, M. Bucken- heimer, L. Paparella. E. Peacock, I. Craig. G. Ro- tuna. D. Dagen, P. Shaffer. ROW 3: E. Murray, P. La- Valle. G. Clear. P. Papa- rella, R. Smith, D. Waldron. ROW 4: R. Rothart, W. Iami- son. D. Davis, R. O'Dell, I. Genevie, D. Burkett, I. Romer. UNIOR HIGH PORT These neat looking iunior high cheerleaders are: I. Hanshe, I. Gra- ham. N. Curtis. B. Matthews, I.. Bird. D. Maling Kmancxgerl. M. Heuring. High scorer Larry Brush prepares to put one in during an exciting iunior high game against the Conway cagers. aw-6 .A H in Q6 E A ii ' 9' 1x4 Broad shoulders and a iine record show these lads cap- able of carrying on the Rochester football tradition in a commendable way. Y ' l I 8-1 ROW l: I. Altman, I. Pan- ner. P. lvcmcik, S. Holland D. Iackson, C. Bickerstalf D. Filby, D. Day, I. Opelt ROW 2: B. Sturm. K. Sum- mers, V. Dishler, S. Hormer, B. Thomas, I. Romer, E. Spratley, P. Shrum, R. Kling- ensmith. ROW 3: Miss Tan- nehill, L. Heckel, I. Milnes, P. Hertzog, F. Chambers, R. Inman, I. Dcxmun, P. Holleran, I. Edward, E. Shuttlerworth, R. Shanehcm. 8-2 ROW 1: Mr. Gillespie, P. Bobish, S. Suflolettcr, I. Cole, N. Lewis, B. Bcxughmen, F. McKay, V. Howe, M. Os- man. ROW 2: B. Bryson, L. Glub, I. Cline. B. Malay. S. Hahn, D. Mcxrusic, L. Cru- pis, M. Hinesmcm. ROW 3: I. Stob-art. I. Patrisian, I. Wilson, L. Davids, T. Hol- lenbcxugh, B. Peel, B. Kel- meyer, B. Book, A. Lipsky. 8-3 ROW 1: B. Langnecker, I. Ietlers, F. Sutton, I. Hays. B. Meyer, C. Coene, V. Tur- ley, E. Roybush. ROW 2: I. Mmmone, I. Powell, R. La- pishka, L. Iohnson, M. Kress, M. Sprodlin. M. Tut- tle, I. Craft, T. von Philp. ROW 3. Mr. Thorpe, E. Edge, B. Steel, D. Herrold, D. Franco. D. Boger, D. Reese, B. Bostir, I. Roberts. 1 in... 8-4 ROW 1. K. Harris, I. Bender, C. Livergood, R. Sciaretta, L. Bosco, I. lsenberg, I. Shane, B. Stuck. ROW 2: L. Weycxnd, B. Bietsch, S. May- hue. L. Rube, B. Guy, M. Berry, I. Thomas, D. Kuns- mun. B. Whippo, B. Holman. ROW 3: Mr. Conner, L. Brew. D. Pcrhoulis, K. Law, I. Elia, R. Smith. ROW 4: P. Bloom, G. Shcmor, B. Mat- tem. I. Price, I. Ross, D. Harris, D. Dorminey, D. Coffey. 8-5 ROW 1: I. Dragcxnz, P. Wer- ner, S. Hogue, A. Cable, M. Avery, L. Priddy, I. Buck- enheimer, M. Duerr, G. Geist. ROW 2: L. Benlel, P. Arnett. P. Mecklem, C. Cole- man, B. Parish, S. Murray, D. McPherson. B. Dunning A. Petrucelli. ROW 3: Mr. Kcxrcis, I. Slcxler, B. Cofiery, R. McLczHerly, B. Budczcks, I. Roush. I. Paris. ROW 4 I. Harris, R. Rosepink, L Cevetnic, D. Ash, I. Stelzer, K. Kelbcxugh, G. Miller. Ei hth Grade Seventh Grade i 7-1 ROW 1: E. Emmanuel, S. Sinclair, E. Hcrlfhill, N. Gur- vin, E. Otto, S. Parish, B. Fogel, I. Kidder, C. Herb- ster. ROW 2: R. Wiblin, M. Daman, M. Buckenheimer. C. Reid, S. Hurey, K. Blinn, G. Burg, D. Stctfi, L. Bloom, T. Shame, L. Sebastian ROW 3: W. St. Gemme, B. Gerillo, G. Snyder, W. Smith, I. Crawford, R. Leist. I. Irvin, R. Howard. I. Hill. R. Venn. 7-2 ROW 1: P. Corsetti, L. Davis, I. Bittner, M. Martin, M Reed, S. Taylor, I. Boiis, I. Thompson, I. Headlund. ROW 2: I. Genevie, B. Mil- ler. P. Miller, N. Kern, S. Covcxlt, A. Woods, L. Hahn M. Thomas, T. Iohnson, B. Buckler. ROW 3: F. Killmyer, R. Lodovico, L. Smith, V. Ingram, M. Chambers, G Mengel, I. Kaufman, B Brewer. R. Winters, M Clinton, I. B.eare. 7-3 ROW 1: G. Kline, A. Mer- ritt, C. McLean, C. Curtis. M. Priddy, S. Spade, D. Kountz, K. Grant, I. Bittner. ROW 2: I. Altman, N. Va- shaw, M. Fullington, I. Swa- ger, I. Ashworth, P. Inman, M. Weldron. I. Holsinger, D. Simpson. ROW 3: R. Antkie- wiez, R. Bender, T. Venn, R. Cortield, B. Dishler, T. Anderson, R. Law, I. Ree- cher, C. Reeby, S. List, C. Meyer. 7-4 ROW l: L. Moss, I. Stoiiel. I. Mercier, P. Greene, S. Snyder, C. Galbreath. ROW 2: Mrs. Shelby, C. Brown, T. Brehmm, S. Coleman. S. Ware, I. Peterson, D. Snow- den, N. Halfhill, B. Mayhue, P. Manor. H. Bingle. ROW 3: I. Porter. I. Stuck, D. Wil- son, I. Thiel, D. Haney, W. Douglas. F. Toth. R. Geruce. H. Coe, A. McKissic, I. Craig. 7-5 ROW 1: C. Shivler, I. Swa- ger, I.. Powell, I. George, N. Weikel, A. Pappas, C. Beisel, P. Dagen, F. Hoot- man. ROW 2: K. Dishler, I. Blair, S. Lane, D. Lintz, N. Phillips, N. Shatter, K. Fedy- ski, M. Radick, B. Coleman, G. Farmer, T. Kraus. ROW 3: R. Hopkins, F. Palako- vich, R. McLean, O. Camp- bell, I. Iohnson, G. Roberts. K. Hallblerg, T. Grimm, G. Frederick, B. Blinn. 4 12 4-x . V V WUI , y Jim G 5 'QQ , ' flf ' ff 061 '? ' i JI G :Q 3051 .v+'-- ' 'FQXQXFN 1-,wu.n f CTIVITIE pw irage Staff It has been many many hours since we undertook the publishing of the yearbook, but We combined our efforts to read, edit, copy, type and finally we were satisfied and our copy was approved, Pictures had to be taken, photos of us at our best, informal shots of various personalities at play, and numerous action pics of Rochester High School athletes in competition With their rivals. All of this has been permanently established in our annual, and so We the staff, who had been working under the capable supervision of Mrs. Paula Wescott, are very proud to present you with your Mirage for 1955. Editors Bradley Gumn Michelle Thomp- son Gary Bogolea and Barbara Mahli take time out from a busy schedule to watch the birdie rf I 2 W c K 1 r MX.-. -D B. ,A aititit B , ROW 1: M. Cook, F. Fedele, M. Trumpeter, D. Griffin, L. Dolby, G. Bogolea. M. Thompson, B. Guinn, B. Mahli, A. Young, E. Toth, I. Robinson, D. Hodnick. ROW Za M. Bishop, S. Fisher, A. Whittington, C. Iovine, A. Mathews, C. Masters, I. Dietz, A. Green, D. Grail, N. Koehler, I. Kisella, G. Bames, B. Batchelor, C. Lombardo. ROW 3: I. Leskcmic. E. Farley, lr., S. Parris, A. Volponi, V. Leister, P. Konvolinka, S. Iohnson, R. Brown, E. Radish, W. Vashaw, G. Bentel, B. LaRose, L. Graham. The imfioooios of the Yearbook dummt' Provo Staff members discuss all important policy for interesting to sponsor, Mrs. Wescott. and the bqqk. senior class members who look on during a picture taking break. V5 .,..,, , A, ' K, g , H ROW 1: R. Lombardo, I. Genevie, W. Day. M. Thompson, I. Reader, L. Parham, P. Habassi I. Dietz, I. Leskanic. BOW 2: F. Fedele, I. Treglia, C. lovine, A. Whittington, I. Stratton, I Samchuck, P. Merrifield, L. Roush, M. Brunner, I. Draganza, P. Doyle. ROW 3: M. Dunning, D. Messenger, A. Mathews, D. Hineman, P. Lane, N. Engelman, M. Miller, L. Coe, R- Graii, M. Clark, E. Fritz. ROW 4: S. Hollenbaugh, I. Houllis, N. Role, V. Hallberg, R. Day, E. Farley, Ir.. I. Porter, P. Reeb, I. Means, I. Dunning, T. Hohl. ROW 5: H. Lawrence, F. DeLuca, A. Volponi, C. Davis, E. Radish, F. Barber, I. Bartley, L. Mclniosh. 4.1 'f .,X, f s 'Q 5 IV is I f If NEWS: A. Whittington: SOCIETY: P. RCI- bassi, Icrck Howe: FRONT PAGE: E. Fritz, P. Doyle: SPORTS: T. Volponig TYPING: I. Dietz: COLUMNS: F. Fedele, I. Perkins: BUSINESS: I. Genevieg IUNIOR HIGH EDI- TORS: L, Roush, B. Brunner: CIRCULATING EDITOR: I. Perkins: CARTOONIST: I. Les- kcmicg EDITOR of the TIMES cmd TRI- BUNE COLUMN: F. Fedele. Eagerly working to beat that omin- ous deadline, these able ioumalists prove themselves an asset os they edit the cmnuctl beginners issue ol the Oracle. Our responsible co-editors, Bill. Iim and Micky discuss Oracle layouts. av.,- , ,, ,,,,l-rms..-sM,t,...eff If ROW 1: I. Mebs, S. Squires, R. Shane.R. Brown, B. Mahli, E. Toth, M. LaRose. ROW 2: Mr. Catanese, M. Emmanuel, C. McMahon, N. Engelman, R. Mundo, P. Volponi, S. Scriva, D. Tooch. ROW 3: T. Volponi, S. Groves, E. Romigh, W. Day, L. Marusic, V. Leister, F. Perrotta. ev' 5 I tudent ouncil Under the leadership of its new sponsor, Mr. Catanese, the Student Council has done much to serve the pupils cmd faculty of Rochester. It is composed of representatives elected by each homeroom, the presidents of the three classes, and cr Iunior and Senior member-at-large elected for the coming year by members of the council. Prin- cipal for a Day, the information desk, and providing milk for visiting basket- ball teams are only a few examples of its projects. Welcoming strangers is a service performed by Rosa- lie at the Iniormation Desk sponsored by the Student Council. .2 gl ann sua! J-ff ...M JH illllflllillllllllll tbllllllldlll 'suuriu tur tblllll N' f ffff Y!! If X 1 1 J 01 ff 1 I , 1 ff 1' yr 1 1 ,1 1 1 M11 f , 1 1 ,fx if 1 -ff If ,f if W 4 ff mb A XM flllffm 111f r 1' u . ' f f 5.. K .A f ,V ,ff V, rj 1 . M L: f. s ff ,, rr , so , , wwf , I .Q V .A . s , -. sqft A -.. -I .15 I., A ,. 4,..,,,' .. .fQ1..,.1. ffl... f , fh'11f1r1f A11 ff. V' 411111911 ff f- aw 1 111 ff 11. 11 , mf . 1,1 . 1, -47'1wf.161, Z 1 . f 1.-1? 7 ,1c..s..,,n,. . ff ,f..11....m,,. 7 , 1... 1. W1 .1 1.1111 fwfr K T5SQf.11f.S'1w1,f! 1.1! AMW? 11141-ff 11,1 11m1'Q'Mm1f1f,1 M111 R V'011,1.11 yn-1,14 H110 aff fhfy ffiffhf 1111113511 1,f.,wf1' - I .1-:Z9y1QA 1f.1..f1fi, 1101! w...,,.., ,l ' ,. f 1, 1, ...W ' .wwf L., , - . . in ' A' A . .1,, .. M... 17? . ,I . - H' .- 111106 W..-1 si? mi- Cf, 11 1' -' fm , ' 17 15!f'ff.W L ...wr yy ' yfrufn - i 1,6-. ' -1 ,. f .fe ,my V A ' . t........,f4f,..L I V I ..wl1-1nt1m..- 1- I N Proud possessions of the Quill 6 Scroll on display. uill and croll One of the greatest privileges a high school journalist can receive is to be elected into the Quill and Scroll, honorary honor society of all journalists. This society, sponsored in the high school by Mrs. Dorothy Cain, chooses the best of those busy Oracle and Mirage staff members to be initiated at a formal ceremony about the mid-part of the second semester. A special pin. bearing the electee's staff position, is presented to each candidate upon his initia- tion. Quill and Scroll is open only to upper- classmen who have maintained a satisfactory academic standa.rd. Our chapter, entitled the Bill Heyman Chapter, was started in 1946 by Mr. Heyman and Mrs. Cain. ,ROW 1: R. Mundo I. Treglia. R. Lombardo. I. Genevie. I. Dietz. F. Fedele, L. Parham, P. Doyle. E. Fritz. M. Clark. A. Mathews. ROW 2: I. Means, C. Iovine. A. Whittington. B. Mahli. M. Thompson. I. Howe. A. Scarvelis. L. Roush, M. Brunner. P. Rabassi, W. Day. ROW 3: E. Farley. Ir.. S. Hollenbaugh. E. Radish. C. Davis. A. Volporri. F. Barber. D. Blinn. I. Reader. P. Raeb. G. Bogolea. I. Leslranic. B. Guinn. Art Club 'One of the hardest Working organizations in the school is the Library Club, sponsored by Miss Irene Brehm. This group is responsible for caring for the check out desk, keeping the Library in order and taking charge of the Library study hall in the absence of the teacher. ROW 1: P. Graff. B. Thompson, I. Primo. C. Hays, I. Beightley, M. Stobart. ROW 2: D. Auld, C. Grant, I. Weihaus, L. Coe. N. Gault. N. Berguall. P. Shaffer. ROW 1: T. McCullough, Mrs. Librich. D. Marulic. S. Hahn. ROW 2: L. Mine, A. Lipsky, M. Coe, S. Buckenheimer. The Art Club Was organized the second semester under the co-sponsorship of Mr. Ivan Sargent and Mrs. Louise Librich. Election of officers was held at the first meeting and those chosen Were: Glenn Shanor, president, Byron Davies, vice-president: Alease Whittington, secretary, lim Leskanic, treasurer: and Sara Buckenheimer, Social Chairman. Librar Club 'if 34-4 if A- '-li X ROW 1: C. Davis. M. Dunning. A. Mathews. P. Volponi R. Mundo. P. Graff. R. Noonen. N. Lambert. C. Dietz S. Bird. M. Klingensmith. ROW 2: K. Keene. A. Stelzer. M. White. I. Springer. L. Marusic. E. McKenry. R Shane, I. Davis, H. Meanor, R. Roman. I. Mc-Govem Mrs. Brown. The Latin Club, composed of the second year Latin students, sponsored by Mrs. Rebecca Brown, has had a very successful year. At their meetings held twice monthly, during class, the members participated in plays and gave special reports of interest. A trip to Buhl Planetarium, in Pittsburgh, was an event which was enjoyed by all. French lub 1 1 ,ki Latin Club During the past year, the French Club was reorganized under the capable direction of Miss Iane Bradshaw. This organization con- sisted of students taking second year French. Monthly meetings, which were followed by entertainment, were presided over by the clubs officers: president, Arlene Green: vice presi- dent, Paul Reebg secretary, Marilyn Trumpeter, and treasurer, Bill Alberts. ROW 1: D. McCune, P. Signore. B. Alberts. M. Trum- peter, A. Green. P. Reeb. N. Rote. I. Signore. M Clark. ROW 17: Miss Bradshaw. C. Grant, M. Carricato S. MacKeage, P. Caplan, S. Brandenburg. L. Bozek ROW 3: E. Pappas. I. Brewer, I. Means, I. Houllis. D Measel. I. Reader. T. Hawkins, C. Ciccozzi. I. Davids 1 if if wx M- X M , ROW 1: R. Lombardo. I. Genevie. I. Dietz. F. Fedfele. E. Toth. M. Trumpeter. A. Whittington. B. Mahli. G. Lyons. R. Papa. P. Doyle, E. Fritz. M. Clark. ROW 2: C. Masters. M. Bukta H. Hofimeier, I. Robinson, L. Graham. N. Engelman. I. Beightley, R. Rosensteel, B. Thompson. S. Mayhue. F. Romer. A. Pecon. ROW 3: D. Graii, D. Hodnick, N. Koehler. C. Gallagher, C. Grant. D. Auld, I. Weihaus, P. No-onen. C. Rall. C. Dietz. D, Huff. I. Shepherd, B. Mathews. ROW 4: C. Davis. R. Mundo. S. MacKeage. Q. Brehmm, I. Rabassi, D. Sosnowski. A. Stelzer. D. MoCune, M. Klingensmith, M. Carricato. ROW 5: Miss I. Bradshaw. S. Brandenburg. B. Shanholtx. E. Reese. M. Cooke, P. Volponi, E. Genevie. L. Bozelr. Y. Ruby, P. Signore. Senior Tri-Hi -Y The lctrgesi, and possibly busiest, Tri-Hi-Y girls industriously prepare favors ior organization in the high school is the the Pasmmm Homes' Senior 'lri-Hi-Y. Under the leadership ot Miss Iane Bradshaw, this Worthwhile organization makes Christmas favors ior some local home, sponsors the foot- ball crowning, and decorates the Christmas tree in the auditorium. Senior Tri-Hi-Y officers are shown at initiation with their sponsor. Miss Bradshaw. i J r .sv ,YL 35.1 ai' Do you think this one's big enough? Such may well be the question when Hi-Y members are choosing the Christmas tree which they annually donate to the school. This worthwhile organization also does such varied projects as, manipulating the scoreboard at home foot- ball games, sending representatives to an annual conference in Washington, selling candy and Easter eggs, and raising a basket- ball team to participate in league play. The club has the right, also, to recommend two new laws or two changes in the laws to be brought before the Pennsylvania Legislature. ROW 1 I Shee C Ramer S Pams, R. Shane, L Means, M. Emmanuel, G. Haney. ROW 2 E Inman I Martin D Measel W Day, L. McIntosh, A. Hofimeier, E. Bush, C. Crawford Fatula E. Farley Ir S. Martin, D. Grifiin, I. Langnecker, L Eggenberger. sr lk Capable Sophomore Tri-Hi-Y oliicers appear ready to tackle all problems confronting them. Sophomore Tri-Hi -Y The newly organized Sophomore Tri-Hi-Y under the capable sponsorship of Mrs. Helen Hodge has lived up to its purpose to create, maintain and extend throughout the school and community high standards of Christian character. The officers of the club chosen at the beginning of the year are as follows: Irene Houllis, president, Gayle Goettman, vice- president, Ieanne Stratton, secretaryg Carlene McMahon, treasurer, and Roseanne Grail, chaplain. Funds were contributed to needy organizations and varied programs were en- joyed at monthly meetings. A successful money- making project was the selling ol candy bars. ROW l: D. Hineman, D. Meredith, N. Kelly, R. Graff, G. Goettman, I. Stratton. C. McMahon, I, Houllis, R. Shanholtz, O. Pchoulis, P. Merrifield. ROW 2: M. Beers, N. Thomas, L. Marusic, S. Squires, G. Carpenter, A. Wolff, S. Book. L. Parish. D. Messenger, N. Alicandro. ROW 3: H. Sciaretta, S. Simpson, V. Teets, L. Coe, Mrs. Hodge, N. Gault, H. Check, P. Lane, D. Holzworth. wi Q? J ix if if , ROW l: A. Young, C. Lombardo, R. Lombardo, I. Signore, G. Lyons, P. Rabassi, F. Romer M. Trumpeter, I. Beightley, I. Leskanic. ROW 2: E. Inman, Q. Brehm. A. Ham, H. Hoifmeier M. Thompson, D. Griffin, M. Cooke, G. Bogolea, N. Koehler, G. Kisella, B. LaRose. A Mathews. E. Farley, Ir. ROW 1: G. Lyons, A. Green, G. Kisella. ROW 2: A. Young, N. Koeh- ler, B. LaRose, G. Bogolea. POP KID If you have ever been hungry at a home football game, the chances are you have visited a stand run by Pop Kids. This hardworking group of sen- iors, sponsored by Mr. Iohn Colella, is responsible for the sale of cokes, hot dogs, and coffee. The profits from these sales are added to the senior class treasury and in turn used to finance the Mirage. gsssaf r ROW 1: F. Romer. A. Ham. D. Grit- iin. ROW 2: M. Thompson, E. Inman. L. Mine. If ' -. sr.. .' A' ' - F , ,5 ,M y 3 Q ROW 1: W. Boser, E. Bush. R. Brown, E. Radish, B. Batchelor, L. Parham, D. Tooch, L. Mine, C. Comelison. ROW 2: W. Walker, D. Irvin, F. DeLuca, R. Belic, C. Gallagher, S. Hollenbaugh, C. Crawford, R. Day, l. Bartley. F. .A. Organized by the speech class, the F.S.A., Future Speakers of America, is supervised by Miss Irene Brehm. The purpose of the club is to inspire the students toward better speech habits in later life, and toward an understand- ing and use of proper parliamentary procedure in formal activities. Consistent speaking before individuals and groups in formal and informal meetings has instilled in the members that poise and assur- ance so necessary for success in adult life. During the year, members of the club attended several lectures and business meet- ings to hear and observe the methods of con- duct and the type of speeches best received by various groups. This has engendered a real aesthetic appreciation of excellence in speech and presentation methods among those aspirants to future fame in the increasingly vocal world of tomorrow. Barbara, Eddie, and Leon give us som e tips on the fine points oi correct speaking. w I nv, Q' RN .ftp X ROW l: G. Lyons. N. Koehler, C. Masters. M. Bukta, M. Thompson, M. Trumpeter, P. Kap- lan, A. Dioguardi, N. Caplinger, C. Grant, P. Signore, A. Green. ROW 2: I. Beightley, A. Whittington, D. Graft, I. Dietz, F. Fedele, E. Fritz, G. Kisella, D. Peterson, C. Hall, P. Noonen, C. Hays. A newly formed service organization is the Ushers Club, under the sponsor- ship of Miss Geraldine Steinacker. The charter specifies that in succeeding years the membership is to consist of twelve senior, ten junior and eight sophomore girls, Keen interest has been shown in the club and it promises to be a success. lunior Red Cross Ushers? Club The Iunior Red Cross, sponsored by Miss Wilde: Baniield, is entirely a service organization. Its members pre- pare favors tor the local hospital and sell sloppy joe sandwi hes, the pro- ceeds from which provide gift packages for children in War areas. ROW 1: G. Kisella, P. Signore, D. Holzworth, L. Coe, P. Lane, M. Alicandro, N. Eisen- hauer, A. Pecon. ROW 2: S. Brandenburg, M. Carrioato, E. McCreary, B. Kelly, I. Garber. I. Kalinoski. 'cage Crew The sparkling romantic comedy Srnilin' Through was the selection for this year's annual Senior Class Play. The play centered around Kathleen Dungannon's love for Kenneth Wayne. This love is violently opposed by Kath1een's uncle, Iohn Carteret. A flashback shows the tragic results of Iohn Carteret and one Ieremiah Wayne's love for a certain Moonyeen Clare. The production of such a drama is due mainly to three factors, Miss Brehm's superb directing, the stage crew, and intense'rehearsals. It is the duty oi the stage crew not only to change scenery between acts but to construct it, handle lighting, take care of make-up, and generally care for the stage. Then, too, members of the stage crew must be present at the often late and always intensive rehearsals. Only by repeated performance is a play perfected and we feel that the members of this year's class have done so, and came, Smilin' Through the performances of the Rochester High School Senior Class Play. ..,, --.s W...-W,- .,y as f .3- . srss A KNEELING: D. Irvin, R. Mennell, I. Cordes, C. Hamer, W. Texter, I. Means. R. Law. I. Sciaretta. STANDING: I. Springer. S. Martin, E. Bush, F. Romer, C. Gallagher. G. Lyons, B. Davies, A. Mathews, I. Breznai, E. Farley, Ir. The success of our senior play depended in a large part on the cooperation oi these unsung heroes who spent much of their time backstage. iw? - -. 'Sw -. if ,r,., . r S VF wb' Q51 SEATED: A. Mathews, A. Green, I. Beightley, R. Reeb, Ir., I. Perkins, B. Batchelor, W. Vashaw. STANDING: B. Davies, F. Fedele, L. Graham, I. Langnecker, I. Reader. I. Leskanic. l M milin 9 Wzrou h 79 l 1 l l LEFT: The play reaches a tense pitch when Moonyeen Clare Uanice Perkinsl on the night of her wedding, is accidentally shot by a rejected suitor CWalter Vashawj. RIGHT: Kathleen Dungannon fBarbara Batchelorl receives cz proposal from Willie Ainley fPaul Reebl wh-om she thinks of only as cx very W fine friend. 1 l w 9 W A typical example oi unitied motion is given in the shot of 11 popular gym exercise. Team work like this pays oti later when participating in team sports such as bowling, basketball. volley- ball and soitball. all oi which are enioyed by the girls during their physical education classes. A tense moment as Patti Doyle and Louise Bozek vie for possession of the ball. GAA. Physical development plays a necessary part in the total growth of the student. Quite conscious of this fact, 'Rochester High School has hired the finest physical education instructors. Teaching girls gym is Mrs. David Shelby, who puts the girls through their paces, whether it be marching, exercises, or a group sport. Tournament bowling has proved a, popular feature in the two years Mrs. Shelby has taught here. The various teams of the two leagues, called this year the Blue and the White, meet two evenings a Week at a local bowling alley. The two victorious teams then play off to decide a school champion. Before a girl's gym class. Donna Sosnowski demonstrates agility and iorm. Q 3 TV' 2 Queen Ianyce and King ' Eddie. Football Crowning if Amid great pomp and pageantry Rochester High School's fourteenth an- nual football queen was crowned. Pretty Ianyce Genevie, chosen queen of the 1954 squad, received the royal diadem from her king Ed Radish, de- fensive tackle. The queen's attendants were Lynda Graham, I-Xlease Whitting- ton, Charlene Iovine, lean Merrifield, and their escorts Chuck Davis, Sam Iohnson, Tony Volponi, and Hal Davis. The royal couple and their attendants were chosen by senior players and letterman. The crowning, presented by the Tri-Hi-Y was held in the high school auditorium. After the coronation, the king and queen reigned at a dance in the gym, sponsored by the Student Council. Icmice pantominos while court watches. ROW 1: A. Whittington. C. Iovine, L. Graham. I. Merri- ROW 2 S Iohnson A Volponi. Queen I. Genevie, field. : . , . King E. Radish. C. Davis. H. Davis. tn? . 1-5 . fx e me . . IGI e W Qt Q 1. Q Q' is gi 5 QW x If ,,,. , -' 4 .tslr .A s Jr 'M' ' wif Q. f ra, ' N ' f we 4w '4'l'i'b ' za v Qfblkf' . -. V2 ' 1 l ul , t,gH ' 7.9. What is the peppiest group in pep assembly? The band of course! Without this fine group's rousing marches and spirited fight songs most of the schools renowned spirit would be damp- ened. However all this is not achieved without a large amount of hard work. Two periods a day and many practices throughout the summer are spent in accomplishing the polished performances given during half time at football games. Another important activity of the and is the annual spring concert given under the direction of Mr. Anthony Caputo. With his help and guidance the band has attained a high standard ot performance. . .gg 'li' , J' 'wap l 35 . M ay X i , in L wise. M f-A v . M 3 -ns W 'W 'f Q wi -QQ ,Q vw'- mr Q 'Nw M ,. s 'F W 5 l 1 sf, ' ,, Li zu W' Si' W Q 'Zi ,.. am Y' I 1 b , , fa. .Q as me . Si ,., l 4 1 is-an 90 NSTR Clcxrinets E T ECTION S Drums and Flu! Bases, French Homes. cmd Trombones Trumpei Sexes and Bcmtones gl Une. two, tnree. somy, soniy-the band runs through one oi its numbers. Mr. Caputo explains a difficult passage to his clarinet section. FRONT: B. Batchelor, C. Trumpeter. ROW 2: N. Engel- man, R. Rollins, V. Teets, C. Kane, D. Hodnick. M. Bishop, I. Shepherd, K. Keene, D. Sosnowski, I. Mobs W. Tutwiler, I. Craig, F. Taylor, S. Fisher, L. Graham ROW 3: M. Dunning, R. Watner, G. Prince, W. Vashaw E. Peacock, R. Yancy, D. Burkett, F. Corp, W. Iamison D. Davis, G. Barnes, D. Raegler, G. Bentel, T. Sullivan. Urchestra Untiring effort and ability combined with an unerring selection of line music has resulted in a year of outstanding success in perform- ance for the high school orchestra. Under the direction oi Mr. Anthony Caputo, this musical organization has gained prestige and commen- dation for its sensitive interpretation of classi- cal and semi-classical selections. The orches- tra's performance in the Spring Concert gained the plaudits of the audience and public in general for a iob well done. W 515 Qi 11- A, AY! Xmly. 4 Although new to the halls oi Rochy. Mr. Kaplan show- ed himself wise in the ways oi both music and teaching as he shaped the various choral groups. fs.. .M .4 K 75, ' K in 3 I A . Y ROW 1: M. Davis. M. Siobart, E. Scarvelis, I. Lambert M. Miller, C. Kern. ROW 2: D. Auld. P. Wolfe. I. Kalinoski, V. Bills, O. Pahoulis, D. Messenger. ROW 3: N. Thomas, R. Noonen. I. Weihaus. B. Thompson, N. Daman. N. Berguall. Concert Choir and Choral Groups .- ROW l: B. Davis. R. Papa. R. Lombardo. A. Ham. C. Lombardo. F. Zoiti. ROW N. Koehler. S. Houllis. D. Corp, W. Texter. A. Fortunate. H. Davis. ROW 3: B. Mahh, E. Q Vashaw. G. Bentel. W. Vashaw. C. Mitchell. I. Bartley. I. Beightley. S. Mayhue. l horal Groups With another choral season ended, Iames Kaplan. newly inducted vocal instructor, has directed .the various choral groups through two successtul concerts. Both the Christmas and Spring concerts, featuring the singing of the Concert Choir, and the Boys' and Girls' Choruses, proved inspiring entertainment. Although this was Mr. Kaplan's first year at Roches- ter, he demonstrated his versatility in presenting varied programs and different musical arrangements. ij , li JP' ,ff Our old cowhands celebrated Christ- mas in real bang-up western style. Q i .Q A a r . W' Q 'IX 5 Q t 3 J Ieanette. Helen and Sue portray tin- sel, the tnee. and the star. GRADUATIGN I 1 AUTOGRAPHS