Rome Free Academy - De O Wain Sta Yearbook (Rome, NY)

Text from Pages 1 - 106 of the 1949 volume:

School days school days good old golden rule -.days, readin’ and writin’ and ‘rithmetic taught to the tune of the hickory Stic k--- ats ¥ Re: —_——_— et te A : gon om S van ‘he H Qes JNO Ro Sree “ws pe Acalern v Musi inspires schoo | Spirit, patriotism and ae) )y MmZntT. x e@ : [ RE ° f ? A ce senior class of 49, have chosen it as To John Grant: We, the Class of 1949, dedicate our De-O-Wain-Sta to you and, in doing so, wish to show our appreciation for the many things you have done to help each and every one of us. We shall never forget the part you played in making the proposed stadium a reality instead of just a dream. LYNDON H. STROUGH Superintendent of Schools CARL 8S. PAIGE Principal Mrs. Gott, Mrs. Hager, Miss K. Clarke, Mr. Whittemore, Mr. Moe, Mr. Paige, Miss Kingsley, Mr. Smith, Miss Barnard, Miss Herrman. Mrs. White, Miss Blood, Miss Stauring, Mrs. Woods, Miss Dav- ies, Miss Vanderpool, Miss Riley, Miss M. Clark, Mr. Pelkey, Miss Temple. Mr. Lundblad, Mr. Hagerty, Mrs. Graves, Miss Buciko, Miss Real, Mrs. Copia. Mr. Hubbell, Mr. Besenfelder, Mr. Ball, Mr. Lowerre, Mr. Man- waring, Mr. Mammone, Mr. Auchmoody, Mr. Dorsino. Faculty PRINCIPAL CARL S. PAIGE B. S., M. A., St. Lawrence University Sigma Pi, Phi Beta Kappa ENGLISH LOUISE KINGSLEY A. B., Wells College Dean of Girls ELIZABETH LUCE A. B., Syracuse University PHILA E. BATES B. L. A., Emerson College MARY E. DAVIES A. B., New York State College for Teachers GLADYS GOTT A. B., Bucknell University ESTELLE THOMAS Mount Holyoke College Cornell University ELOISE W. HAGER A. B. Elmira College MARIE L. SIDELKO B. S., New York State College for Teachers WALTER M. LOWERRE A. B., M. A., New York State College for Teachers Sigma Lambda Sigma GILBERT HAGERTY Speech B. S., Ithaca College Oracle Honor Society MARIAN E. HERRMAN Librarian B. S. in L. S., New York State College for Teachers. Foreign Languages LAURA A. STAURING A. B., Elmira College KATHARINE M. CLARKE French and Spanish A. B., William Smith College Phi Beta Kappa HARRIET M. BLOOD A. B., Syracuse University Phi Beta Kappa Pi Lambda Theta RUTH E. BARNARD French and Spanish B. A., M. A., Middlebury College Latin German Mathematics NEWELL W. SMITH M. E., Cornell University Tau Beta Pi; Phi Kappa Phi M. S., New York State Teachers College F. ANTHONY DORSINO A. B., New York State Teachers College Kappa Phi Kappa B. JANE REAL A. B., New York State Teachers College Signum Laudis Pi Gamma Mu Course Director History LEILA M. EYSAMAN B. A., Syracuse University BERTHA A. MITTENMAIER B. A., Wellesley College M. A., Columbia University Oxford University Summer School JANE E. BUICKO A. B. Nazareth College Kappa Gamma Pi NICHOLAS MAMMONE B. S., Teachers College, West Chester, Pennsylvania College of William and Mary Sigma Rho EDWARD C. BALL M. A., Syracuse University Alpha Chi Rho Kappa Phi Kappa (Education) Science MYRON J. WHITTEMORE Course Director B. S., St. Lawrence University Phi Beta Kappa M. GENEVIEVE RILEY A. B., Syracuse University JOSEPH PALOMBI A. B., Syracuse University Commercial Subjects HAROLD A. MOE Course Director Commercial Course, Plattsburg Normal School ESTHER C. COPIA Commercial Course, Plattsburg Normal School CORA VANKEUREN WOODS Elmira Business Institute B. S., in Education, Ohio State University 6 GRACE M. MOE Potsdam State Normal School FRANKLIN W. PELKEY A. B., New York State Teachers College M. A., Syracuse University HANNAH TEMPLE B. S., Skidmore College M. A., New York University HELEN M. HERLEHY B. S., M. S., New York State College for Teachers Home Economics MARIAN M. GRAVES B. S., Cornell University MARGARET A. CLARK B. S., University of Rochester Mechanics Institute M. S., Syracuse University ELIZABETH WHITE Mechanics Institute Syracuse University Health MAE BROWN R. N., Ellis Hospital, Schenectady, New York Syracuse University Army Nurse Corps ELIZABETH WHITAKER Girls’ Physical Director Battle Creek School of Physical Education JOHN GRANT Physical Director B. S., Syracuse University CHARLES EDKINS Cortland Normal School CHARLES DAIN M. S., Springfield College Springfield, Mass. Coach Industrial Arts JOSEPH B. BESENFELDER Oswego Normal School GERALD MANWARING Oswego Normal School ELTON W. AUCHMOODY Niagara University, University of Buffalo B. S., in Education, New York State College for Teachers Kappa Delta Pi Art and Music M. EUNICE VANDERPOOL Oneonta State Normal Art Certificate, Syracuse University JOHN O. LUNDBLAD Institute of Musical Art of Julliard School a aan of American Guild of Organ- s ROBERT J. HUBBELL A. B., Potsdam State Teachers College M. A., Syracuse University Clerks S. EONA OWENS DORIS W. DAVISON LL be sailing Oo SHO0on we 9 pe Gy a O © oa Lox vy x a S 3 Iz Sea. | acrosst = ; 2 } Valedictorian President Salutatorian NANCY WOLFF RUTH McLAUGHLIN JUNE BALL pteademtc fouors Nancy Wolff 94.86 Jerry Haritatos June Ball 94.71 John Dorn Alice Gafner 94.21 Vincent Fragola Joan Kutsko 93.86 Ronald Augustitus Josephine Messineo 93.39 Lucille Bartholomeo Nancy Strowbridge 91.43 Antoinette Latini William Somers 91.36 Grace Romaniello Ellen Jane Howe 90.93 Tobey Williams Katherine Willis 90.00 Vice-President Secretary Treasurer WILLIAM BURGDORF ELLEN JANE HOWE ALICE GAFNER ANTHONY ADOLFI Here's a guy who's really swell Everybody knows him very well “ Stance’’ is one who’s never shy 222 can get him if she'll try. Track '46, -7, Football '46,-7-7 In- tramural Basketball, Slingerland RONALD AUGUSTITUS With Ronnie’s winning personality, His success’ll be a reality. Projection Club, Hi-Y, B. S. I., In- tramural Basketball, Treasurer of Sophomore Class, Home Room Chairman, Senior Play Stage Com- mittee, Senior Ring Committee, Band '46, '47, '48, Assembly Com- mittee, Commencement Usher. JUNE BALL Cute and sweet, Nice on the eyes, When walking down the street, She rates a ‘‘hi’’ from all the guys. International Correspondence Club, Secca-types, Salutatorian. NAZIE A. ADOLFI Tall and dark Nazie’s full of fun, Not only that He’s Connie's only one. Band, Chorus WILLIAM BALTZER If your radio is on the bum, And you can’t hear Abner and Lum, For heaven's sake call on Bill, Cause he’s the man who's got the skill. CAROLYN AHLES If you have troubles to forget, Don’t you worry and fret Call to Carolyn as she goes past She can cheer you up, but fast. Junior Red Cross, B. S. I., Re- porter, Senior Ring Committee, Class Nite Usher, Jr. Prom Decoration Committee, Jr. Prom Poster Committee Chairman LORETTA BARR Dark hair and fair complexion Sparkling teeth of perfection Make ‘‘Cookie’’ a good selection And brings her much affection. Basketball, De-O-Wain-Sta Staff, Sudent Association Membership Drive, Senior Play Committee, Volleyball, Track LUCIEN ALI Babe's got brains and good looks. He could have many a girl But the one he really wants Keeps him in a whirl. Hi-Y, Spanish Club, Latin Club, In- tramural Basketball, Home room Chairman, Jr. Prom Committee, De- O-Wain-Sta Staff, Inter-Club Coun- cil Rep., Commencement Usher, Junior Rotarian, Good Citizen Award, Band, 44, '45, 46, 47, °48, '49, Sigma Alpha HOWARD DONALD BABCOCK We all call him ‘‘Howie, ’ He’s quite a guy, He may be quiet, But he's far from shy. Junior Prom Door Committee LUCILLE BARTOLOMEO When it comes to height, Lulu’s not so tall. When it comes to personality Lulu’s got it all. F. H. A., Red Cross, Basketball “Li WILLIAM BAYNES (Ab) Chester Baynes is his name, And skiing is his game. When he smiles, boy, what looks, And he’s pretty handy with the books. Hi-Y, Intramural Basketball, Senior Play Cast, Sigma Alpha, R. F. A. Float, Hockey JAMES E. BIRD, JR. Jim’s the boy who'll go a long way Gone tomorrow, never to stay. No girl can ever say ‘‘He’s minel”’ For to him women are a waste of time. De-O-Wain-Sta, Swimming Team, Hi-Y, Intramural Basketball ‘45, Senior Play, Stage Crew MARILYN R. BISHOP Our little maid of mercy Is going to take up nursing. So we say--‘‘Good luck, Marilyn, in every way!’’ A ‘ DONALD A. BECKER Tall, good looking, -- quite a skier too, Don is a girl’s dream come true. Always accompanied by a friendly r smile, He'll succeed, there’s no denial! J. V. Football, '46, Varsity Foot- ball '47, '48, Sigma Alpha Kenneth: Ke. T wrilvams. BARBARA A. BLADES Barb has led us in many a cheer And no one could do better, But when it comes to housekeeping Ken will surely get her. Varsity Cheerleader, President Veritas Vincit, Assembly Usher, Basketball, Photography Editor of De-O- Wain-Sta, Red Cross Rep., Baccalaureate Usher, Jr. Prom Decoration Committee, H. R. V-Chairman, Chorus JOHN BELL Jack is one of a mighty gang He belongs to Boylan’s of world- wide fame. He sometimes forgets about R. F. A. Cause he’s got an interest in S. 8. A. Home Room Chairman, J. V. Foot- ball, Hi-Y MARGARETE F. BORIACK A real cute gal from a real small town, You can never find our Margarete down. Always happy, always gay, She can chase your blues away. De-O-Wain-Sta Staff, Chorus, Jr. Red Cross RONALD C. BERTRAND The football squad and R. F. A. Band, Are going to need another hand, For Ronnie is leaving these dear halls, To seek adventure over other walls. Track, J. V. Football, Varsity Foot- ball, Intramural Basketball, Band, Sigma Alpha WILLIAM H. BIRD Gable, Johnson all wrapped up in one. He’s quite the man and lots of fun. No other athlete can be found To beat our Bill who is all-around. Football, Hockey, Intramural, Bas- ketball, De-O-Wain-Sta Staff. BETTY J. BOWERS At square dances She is hep. Here's a gal With lots of pep. Basketball '47, '48, '49, Softball °47, Volleyball '48, De-O-Wain-Sta Staff, Gym Leader, Track SHIRLEY BRISTOL Always laughing, Always gay, Always friendly All the day. Volleyball BETTY BURGDORFF Boys, here she is, The ideal one, She can cook and sew, And is loads of fun. F. H. A., Libra ry Council, Chorus, De-O-Wain-Sta Staff WILLIAM BURKE “‘Lefty’’ never went for books, Hear his teachers howling? But we know this for sure, He certainly goes for bowling. Intramural Basketball, Bowling Club, Hi-Y JAMES P. BROGNANO Jim’s smile has the power To make a girl stare by the hour, On a dance floor he can be found Prize in hand, on his head a crown. Home Room Chairman '46, '47, Ac- tivity Editor of De-O-Wain-Sta, In- tramural Basketball '46, ’47, Sigma Alpha DORIS BUTYNSKY Hair of gold, Eyes of blue, She’s a friend, Through and through. Basketball, Chorus, Bowling DONALD H. BROWN On his bike Brown gets around And for math problems, He knows no bounds. Senior Play Stage Committee, Sigma Alpha, De-O-Wain-Sta Staff PEARL CALICCHIA Pear! is an all-around girl Who's got loads of pep. She’s one cute number Who's really hep. Basketball, Chorus, De-O-Wain- Sta Staff MARY LOU BRYAN What makes the twinkle in her eye? What makes her laugh and never cry? It couldn’t be Donnie, could it Mary? I think it is, but ask her if you think it’s to the contrary. Veritas Vincit, (Sec., Treas.) Gym Leader Sec., Assembly Usher, Co- Editor of Photography De-O-Wain Sta, Red Cross Representative, R. F. A. Float, Senior Play Usher, Jr. Prom Decoration Committee WILLIAM BURGDORFF May it always be said By all Bill’s friends, We've enjoyed his friendship, And hope it never ends.’’ Home Room Chairman, Senior Class V. P., Junior Class President, Elec- tion Committee, Junior Prom Dec- oration Committee, Commencement Usher, Senior Ring Committee, Pres. Sigma Alpha, Hi-Y, Projec- tion Club, Glee Club, B. S. I., Senior Play Cast, Bowling League, De-O- Wain-Sta Staff BRIDGET CANNAROZZI Here she comes down the street, Feeling gay and looking sweet, Look out, Boys, better beware Here comes ‘‘DayWay’’ with the light blond hair. F. H. A., Basketball, Chorus, Red Cross JACK N. CAPPONI Jack keeps the band on its feet, And we know he’s all ‘‘reet.’’ We are sure you'd like to meet One guy who is hard to beat. J. V. Football, Homeroom Chair- man, Band, Intramural Basket- ball KENNETH S. CARRIER A Skier, a fisherman, A trackman too! There seems to be nothing This boy doesn’t dol Bowling, Track, Chorus ANGELO M. CATALDO Angelo loves the girls From Maine way down to Cuba, He not only has good looks, But he also plays the tuba. Band HOWARD CARAHER With a smile for all And a twinkle in his eye, ‘ Brud’s’’ what they call A regular guy. KATHRYN L. CATANZARO Whether she’s playing basketball Or serving the Red Cross, This capable lady Is never at a loss. Basketball '46, '47, 48, Red Cross Representative ROBERT CARDELLO He plays the piano, He also can sing, When he beats the bass drum, It makes your ears ring. Band, Spanish Club CLARA M. CERESOLI Sweet, cute, full of fun, She's really in the know. When June comes rolling around again, We'll sure be sorry to see her go. Chorus, Red Cross Representative bo SALVATORE CARLETTA ‘ Salvay’’ is quite an athlete With a sense of humor, too. We're sure he’ll never know defeat, And he’ll always be a friend so true. Noon Hour Activity Committee ROSE T. CASCARELLA Rosie Cascarella we all know Is content ’cause she can sew. She loves to dance and cook-- and how. At everything, Rosie’s a wow. ROBERT H. CHAFFEE Bob’s O. K., Yes, sirree! And all his ways Fit us to a ‘“‘T’’. Band, Chorus, Glee Club BEATRICE CHMIELEWSKI She may not know her history, But she knows her hops, Fox trots, waltzes, and polkas, On the dance floor she is tops. Chorus JOHN W. COOK ‘Bill’ is a swell guy. Although he’s quiet in school, He’s quite a different guy When he’s outside. Swimming, Hi-Y, Senior Play Stage Committee, Jr. Prom Door Committee JOYCE COURTNEY Small and petite, Quiet and sweet, We're sure of this That she can’t miss! F. H. A., Gym Leader, De-O- Wain-Sta Staff, Chorus JEANETTE D. COLTON Attractive, active and shy, Hard to miss when she passes by. With eyes of green and hair of red, Need any more be said? Swimming Club, De-O-Wain-Sta Staff, Latin Club, Secca-Types, Slingerland RAYMOND COUSIN Handsome Ray Is always buzzin. He sure would make A real swell cousin. Died February i7, 1958 2 wl f d JOE T. COLUCCIO Joe is a swell little guy And of the best he’s rated. Ask him what his nickname is and he’ll say ‘‘dislocated.”’ Spanish Club, Intramural Basket- ball, Varsity Basketball EVERETT CRONIZER In an argument or oblivion Ask Everett for his opinion. Basketball, politics or our nation He's sure to have information . V. Baseball, Intramural Basket- Hy JOSEPH P. CONIGLIO Consider yourself lucky If this fellow’s your friend Cause he’s the kind of guy Who'd be loyal to the end. GERALD M. COONS As major for our wonderful band, Googie’’ helps out all he can He's cute and nice and that’s not all. Boy, is that ‘‘he-man”’ tall! Chorus, Special Chorus, Band, Drum Major LUCILLE T. CZAJKOWSKI Here’s a girl that everyone knows, Full of pep from her head to her toes. Laughing, joking, all the time, It’s all the truth, not just a rime. Library Council, B. S. l., Veritas Vincit, Red Cross, F. H. A., Swim- ming Club, Archery Club, Senior Play Stage Committee, De-O-Wain- Sta Staff, Chairman Chaperone Com- mittee, Jr. Prom, Sophomore Or- ientation, Slingerland, Class Night Usher, Junior Ring Committee MATTHEW CZARNECKI In classes ‘‘Matt’’ seems quiet and shy, But really he’s an all-around guy. If you think that he’s not well known, Ask the fellows from the Polish home. MARY DELANEY Of Eddie she dreams constantly That’s quite plain to see, She's always on the go That’s why we'll miss her so. Red Cross, Softball DARLENE DELUTIS Darlene goes to all the games Everyone wonders why. Could it be she goes to see, A certain ‘‘little guy?”’ Shutterbugs, Junior Red Cross, De-O-Wain-Sta, Basketball GRACE DANNA Grace is cute and sweet There is no one she can't beat To the boys she’s all-around When the C. A. P. C. is in town. Basketball, Chorus MARION I. DENISON When you pass her in the hall, Marion has a smile for all, German is her favorite class, That’s why she’s sure to pass. RALPH M. D’AVOLIO In December he had his appendix out, So in school he wasn’t seen; It won’t be long fore he’s gone again Cause he's going to be a Marine. Bowling SUSAN DESIMONE Vogue, Mam’ selle and Seventeen Have nothing on our sweet queen, School days pass, but not too fast Sue is glad it’s over at last. Gym Leaders, Chorus ANTHONY DEBELLA DeBella was a hit on the football team Because he was always right on the beam. He’ll keep your head in a whirl But, just who is that certain girl? Football, Red Cross Representa- tive, Intramural Basketball ELEANOR DELANEY Her charm strikes the sight, Her answer's just right. There may be no trophy, But, she always has “‘Voci.”’ Volleyball, Softball nett wightinah MARILYN DEVISSER ‘Join the navy, and see the world,” has appeal Especially if it could be done with Neil. She may have to settle for a home on the land, But, at least this will mean a ring on her hand. Spanish Club, F. H. A., Veritas Vincit, Home Room V. C., Senior Play Cast, De-O-Wain-Sta, Red Cross Representative, Slinger- land ERMINIA DICAPRIO In basketball Dolly shines Her sports, she always minds In every sport she’s always the same, Helping to win the game. Gym Leaders, Basketball, Volley- ball, Softball, De-O-Wain-Sta BERNARD M. DONOVAN ‘‘Mike’’ is quite a popular guy His presence will make any girl sigh, His Irish smile and his Irish wit Are reasons for girls to catch him quick. V. Chair. Room 20 JOHN M. DORN For lots of fun, personality plus Johnny is the one for us. Here's hoping good old R. F. A. Will have more like him some day. Hi-Y, Vice-Pres., Latin Club Council, Spanish Club, Sigma Alpha Club, Band Sgt., Home Room Chairman, Student Council, Senior Editor of De-O-Wain-Sta, Sopho- more Orientation, Head Usher Commencement, Jr. Prom Decora- tion and Door Committees, Student Association Membership Drive, In- tramural Basketball CARRIE C. D’GUSTINI Her liveliness is catching, Her gaity hard to beat, We'll always remember Carrie, For she’s plenty all ‘‘reet”’ Spanish Club WILLIAM E. DUNHAM Bill is a guy fast on his feet One friend who really can’t be beat; For lots of fun and lots of joy Just get acquainted with the boy. De-O-Wain-Sta Bus. Mgr., Hi-Y. Chaplain, Senior Ring Committee, Head Commencement Usher, Junior Prom Decoration Committee, Cross Country 3,4, Capt. 4; In- tramural Basketball, B. S. I. An- nouncer CAROLYN V. DION A smile for everyone, a friendly “ hello”’ Is Carolyn’s way wherever she goes We wish her luck in her future work And we know she’ll succeed because she won’t shirk. Archery, Volleyball, F. H. A., De- O-Wain-Sta Staff DOROTHY M. DOUGLAS She dances, she bowls, One of our merriest souls, There's a twinkle in her eye; Who is the lucky guy? Chorus JOHN E. DONAHUE John is a swell guy Everyone will certainly say Always full of fun In his friendly way Track 1,2,3, Basketball Manager 2,3, Football J. V., Sigma Alpha JOHN D. DONOVAN John is a basketball star And keeps the records too. Although he is awful busy, He's still a friend so true. Bowling, Basketball MARIE R. DURSI Quiet and neat, Pretty and sweet; Marie is the type, Who can’t be beat. ARLON B. EDELMAN Arlon’s the boy That's always there, Tall and handsome Please handle with care. De-O-Wain-Sta Staff; Intramural Basketball - ‘47, '48, '49 ROBERT L. ELMER Hi, Bob, what do you say? All the folks want to walk your way. Who ever said this boy was shy? He always calls a hearty “Hi” Chorus SHIRLEY A. ESCHE A cute, sweet, Atomic Bomb Sorry, boys, it’s always Tom! She's a gal who's really hep Full of fun and full of pep. Glee Club, Girls’ Basketball ‘47, '48, Archery ‘47, 48, Jr. Prom Committee, Chorus, Red Cross Representative a we MARIAN E. EDWARDS , s Latin and Marian ° Are close as a kiss, And we all wonder “Why is this?’’ Home Room Vice Chairman 3, Home Room Red Cross Repre- sentative 3 CATALDO FARONI U. S. Marines WARREN C. EDWARDS His good looks alone are not all Though they do cause the girls to fall. In hockey, he can also take a bow, Bet he won't tell us who she is now! Latin Club, Hockey 3,4, J. V. Foot- ball 2, Intramural Basketball 3,4 RICHARD FENTON Oh, to be a man of the world, To have all those beautiful girls, That's what basketball does for Dick. The reason!’ Of course--he’s no hick. Intramural Basketball ‘46, 47, Var- sity Basketball °48 WILLIAM G. EDWARDS 4 ° Handsome, popular is our guy ® Bill, Friendly, versatile, or what you will, He's liked by all the teachers, too. His absence will make us blue. JOE EMETERIO This boy's an athlete As you can tell, And there’s not a game He doesn’t play well Baseball 2, Football 2 ALFRED T. FESTA Because he does spend Most of his time working, The Union Store people Never catch him flirting. Intramural Basketball, Track JOYCE E. FIKE Never sad, never blue To someone she is true. If we have you wondering who, ‘ Louie’’ is a helpful clue. Library Council, Basketball, Red Cross Student Association Mem- bership Drive DOLORES FRAGAPANE Our Dolores is small and fair She has dark eyes and shiny hair, And though the fellows think she’s swell, She really has a steady pal. Softball VINCENT M. FRAGOLA Vinny is our pride and joy He certainly is a wonderful boy, A smile for all, smart as can be The kids will miss him, it’s plain to see. Spanish Club, Sigma Alpha, Sec., Home Room Chairman 47, Bowl- ing, League Senior Play Stage Crew, Track, De-O-Wain-Sta Staff, Student Council, Davis Essay NELLO A. FILIPPINI Playing on Our football team, As left tackle He reigned supreme. Football Varsity 3,4, Football J. V.'s 2, Intramural Basketball, Spanish Club President Richard F. Bell DOROTHY L. FRASER As ‘‘Hildegarde”’ in the Senior play ‘ Bunnie’’ made it a memorable day. But, boys, remember and don’t for- get She’s Rod’s and this she doesn’t regret. F. H. A., Veritas, Red Cross, Home Room Chairman, Home Room Vice- Chairman, Inter-Club, Senior Play Cast, De-O-Wain-Sta, Assembly Usher, Red Cross Program Chair- man, Sophomore Orientation JEANETTE A. FIORDILISO She is small But yet so fair, As a secretary to be There’s none can compare. Gym Leaders 2, Secca-Types, De- O-Wain-Sta Staff ALICE A. GAFNER Alice’s sagacity Exceeds that of most. To her good looks, We propose a toast. B. S. L., F. H. A., Red Cross, Soft- ball, Basketball, Gym Leader, Sec. Sophomore Class, Sec. Junior Class, Treas. Senior Class, Honor Society, Jr. Prom Committee, Davis Essay, De-O-Wain-Sta Staff, Baccalaureate Usher, Assembly Usher, Sophomore Orientation, Secca-Types Sec., In- ter Club ANNE E. FISHER Hear Ye, Hear Ye, Hear Ye, Hil Here's a girl that will make them sigh. Wondering, laughing, twinkle in her eye, She’ll make you want to jump to the sky. Library Council (Sec.), B. S. L., Spanish Club, F. H. A., Veritas Vincit (Sec.), Red Cross, Home Room Chairman '48, Senior Play Cast, Jr. Prom Decoration Com- mittee, De-O-Wain-Sta Staff, Stu- dent Council, Baccalaureate Usher Sophomore Orientation MARY M. FRAGAPANE Our frienc Mary In her hours of leisure Loves to practice Parliamentary procedure. Basketball, Bowling, Chorus SUE A. GEORGE A perfect hostess in every way She knows how to hold parties that are happy and gay. Around school she’s no slouch And she’s never been known to carry a grouch. Basketball, Volleyball, Swimming, Gym Leader, Library Council, F. H. A., Senior Ring, Jr. Stage Builders, Sophomore Orientation, De-O-Wain-Sta Staff, Usher at Baccalaureate CLAIRE GIFFORD ‘ Ju Ju’ and Claire seem to click Cause he knows she’s a slick chick, Blue eyes, blond hair and very sweet, Claire's a girl who's hard to beat. Basketball, F. H. A., Gym Lead- er RICHARD GUASPARI Swell, happy, all aglow That’s the Gus that we all know He-man, B-man, has a smile, Things he does are all worth while JERRY J. HARITATOS Long ago and far away Jerry attended S. A. A. But we must be truthful and say He got his brains from R. F. A. Hi-Y, Assembly Usher, Com- mencement Usher, De-O-Wain- Sta Editor-in-chief, Sigma Alpha, Davis Essay Contestant, Cap and Gown Committee, Senior Play Cast, Junior Prom Decora- ting Committee, Junior Rotarian, Shutterbugs, Noon Hour Activity Committee, Student Association Membership Drive JOSEPH GIZZO Joe's happy Joe’s gay He always knows Just what to say MURRAY R. HARRINGTON In old R. F. A. There's a fellow called ‘‘Red’’ And he sure is on top What more could be said. B. S. 1., Junior Stage Building, Commencement Usher, Home Room Chairman and Vice Chairman, 2, Intramural Bas- ketball, Track, Sigma Alpha NEAL D. GOCHEE One day Neal said, “I wonder why I ever joined The B. S. I.”’ B. S. I., Vice-President of Hi-Y, Jr. Rotarian, Homeroom Vice- Chairman, Commencement Ush- er, Slingerland, Football Mana- ger, Football, J. V. Basketball, Intramura! Basketball, Sopho- more Orientation DORIS M. HART ‘Where’s Charlie’’ is A Broadway play But ‘‘Where’s Charlie”’ What Doris does say. Chorus MARIE GREICO Marie is a swell gal Smart and friendly in her ways She’s lots of fun And a true friend to anyone. Basketball, Softball BETTY LOU HALLENBECK With eyes of blue And many a curl Bill”’ will tell you She's one swell girl. Spanish Club, Glee Club, Arch- ery Club, Jr. Prom Committee, Basketball '48, Chorus JEAN HOFFMAN Hoffy’s really quite a gal No one could want a better pal At basketball she can’t be beat And she’s always great at the swimming meet. B. S. I., Swimming Club, F. H. A., Sr. Play Usher, Library Council, Gym Leader, Girls’ Basketball, Sophomore Orientation, De-O- Wain-Sta Staff, Latin Club, Noon Hour Activity Committee ANN E. HOGAN Is it ‘‘Annie’’ Or is it “‘Horse?”’ We don’t know But she does, of course! B. S. L., 3-4, Veritas Vincit 3-4, Assembly Usher 3-4, De-O-Wain- Sta Staff, Secretary Student Asso- ciation 3, Election Committee 3, Student Council 3, Student Asso- ciation Membership Drive, Cap and Gown Committee, Jr. Prom, Sophomore Orientation 3-4 ANNE INFANGER She's from White Plains, She’s go- ing to college, It seems that ‘‘Fang’’ wants more knowledge. She’s pretty and nice, she sure is both And she’s been careful not to stunt her growth. Glee Club, De-O-Wain-Sta Staff, Senior Play NANCY JAMES A real nice gal who's known quite well, All the boys sure think she’s swell. She's lots of fun and always neat A friend to all, she can’t be beat. Spanish Club, Sophomore Orien- tation, Red Cross Secretary., Knit- Wits, Secca-Types, Library Coun- cil, F. H. A., B. S. I., Basketball, Gym Leaders, De-O-Wain-Sta Asst. Business Manager, Senior Play Usher, Slingerland, Archery Club “— = ( vw” ELLEN JANE HOWE It’s nice to be natural When you're naturally nice. Swell personality, really a cutie The one and only for her ‘‘Bootie.’’ Veritas Vincit, Latin Club, Library Council, Sr. Class Secretary, Elec- tion Committee, Inter-C lub Coun- cil, Student Council, Senior Play Cast, De-O-Wain-Sta Staff, Sling- erland, F. H. A., State Historian, Sophomore Orientation, Basket- ball, Archery, Gym Leaders, Home Room Chairman, Jr. Prom Chap. Committee, Noon Hour Ac- tivity Committee Alexander Roiletta. LOIS G. JOHNSON Lois is the queen of the ball, Always friendly to one and all. When it comes to a favorite date, We know it’s Alex who really rates. Veritas Vincit, Basketball, Archery, Gym Leader, Class Officer, Elec- tion Committee, Senior Play Ush- er, Junior Prom Committee, Junior Ring Committee, De-O-Wain-Sta Staff ELIZABETH ANN HUNZIKER Betty, Betty, tell us do. Are there any more like you? A new coiffure is what we demand. Come on, Betty, lend a hand. Senior Play Ticket Committee RONALD KAIER Here’s a guy that needs no showing, He knows which way the world is going, What a man, what a boy! We wonder who's his pride and joy. B. S. L., Sigma Alpha Club, Assem- bly Usher, Home Room Chairman 4 yr) NANCY S. HURLEY In school it’s talk, giggles and guys She turns her head and tries to look wise, But we all know, she’s taken by surprise. When Nancy’s called upon to devise. De-O-Wain-Sta Staff, Basketball 4, Archery Club 4, Library Council 4, Volleyball LOIS E. JACKSON She’s cute and vivacious, She’s lively and true, She knows all the answers, And has scores of friends, too. JOHN P. KAIN Swimming, football, both the same Athlete of the Boylan's Gang, Down Dopp’s Run he sure can scat And we all know his girl is Pat. Football, J. V. Football, Swimming, Intramural Basketball, Hi-Y PATRICIA M. KEPLER Pat's drawings are known far and wide, And she plays the piano on the side. A beautiful mixture to be sure, We know its’ quite a lure. Basketball, Volleyball, Swimming CARL W. KROMBACH Hunting is his favorite sport, Skiing is another We all know about a third one, too. Fishing in the summer. BEVERLY A. LAGASSE Here’s a girl you cannot beat, To everyone she’s always sweet. So by the time this book is out She will be Mrs. Smith, no doubt. KN WILLIAM G. KILFOIL In basketball he is a star. With the Boy’s Post team he'll go far. And with the girls he’s on the ball Just watch them gaze at him in the hall. Track Team, J. V. Basketball, In- tramural Basketball CARL LANZI Wondering why the girls all stare? Flashing eyes and wavy hair! Can you think of another so dandy? Why, of course, it’s Carl Lanzi. JOAN H. KIRKLAND Joan’s voice is like spring, And she draws everything. A poster queen she will be If she continues on her singing spree. B. S. I., F. H. A., Glee Club, Basket- ball, Archery, Gym Leader, Jr. Stage Committee, Chorus, De-O-Wain-Sta Staff, Jr. Prom Decoration Committ- ee, Senior Ring Committee EUGENIE LAROSE Listen, folks, and you shall hear The secret that we all hold dear. A quiet gal who's never heard Small and sweet just like a bird. MARY KOPCHIK Here’s a girl that’s nice to know When making friends she’s not very slow. She'll go far in every way Good luck from those at R. F. A. Chorus, Senior Gift Committee JOAN C. KUTSKO Hickory, dickory, dock. Just like hands around a clock, Always busy as can be, For she’s got personality. Sophomore Orientation, Knit-Wits, Red Cross,Cabinet, Basketball and Softball, De-O-Wain-Sta Staff, Commissioner of B. S. L, Archery Club ANTOINETTE LATINI A secretary to aspire Is Toni’s one desire. With those marks we know quite well In thisfield she'll excel ARLENE F. LAUBER Silks and satins; jewels, too, Arlene, these were made for you, And if she’s not already dated, Boys, you better get acquainted. Gym Leader, Library Council, Archery Club, German Club, Sen- ior Play Property Committee, De- O-Wain-Sta Staff, Sophomore Orientation JOAN K. LOFTUS Sweet and pert, Quiet and nice We know she’s made Of sugar and spice. Projection Club, Library Council, F. H. A. Red Cross, Senior Play Usher, Jr. Prom Committee, De- O-Wain-Sta Staff, Sophomore Ori- entation ANGELINE M. LOMBINO Dimples and personality Plus good looks and vitality, All these qualities In Jeanie become a reality. Basketball, Softball, Secca-Types Mgr. RICHARD T. LEIDIG � .s Watch him whiz! Watch him fly! When Lucille Goes passing by. Hi-Y (Treas.) Home Room Chair- man, Band, Senior Play Cast, De- O-Wain-Sta Staff, Junior Prom Dec- orating Committee, Intramural Bas- ketball, Sigma Alpha PRUDENCE LOMBINO Prudence is small. Prudence is sweet. She’s a girl Who's nice to meet. THOMAS LEWICKI Tom's always happy when in school. He’sa guy you cannot fool, But there's always something hard in life, With him English causes strife. MARION F. LUCE Marion with her good-will smile Is on the go all the while. She’s not yet sure of her vocation But she’ll succeed at any location. F. H. A., Knit-Wits, De-O-Wain- Sa Staff THERESA C. LIGHT Fresh as a daisy For one guy Connie’s crazy. Its always Nazie So her future’s not hazy. Gym Leader MADELINE A. LOMBARDO Mel’s a girl with lots of vim, And she has the will to win. She’s as nice as a gal can be, And always busy as a bee. B. S. I., Red Cross, Gym Leader, Basketball, Secca-Types, De-O- Wain-Sta Staff PATRICIA A. LUCE Friendly, smart, and nice to know That’s our Pat from head to toe. Gene is sure lucky to capture her And we wish her luck with that certain sir. Veni-Vidi-Vici-, Red Cross Club, Senior Play Publicity Committee, F. H. A. (Sec.), Junior Prom Dec- oration Committee, Library Coun- cil, Projection Club (Sec.), Bas- ketball, Red Cross Representative, De-O-Wain-Sta Staff = J ESTHER M. LEUENBERGER Full of fun and on the ball That's our Esther known by all She'll be remembered for long after For her energy, love, and laughter. German Club, Library Council, De- O-Wain-Sta Staff LOIS A. MACFARLANE Pretty nice and lots of fun She can keep you on the run, So someday when they lift the We know she’ll find herself a man. F. H. A., Sec. of Jr. Red Cross Ser- vice Club, B. S. I., Basketball Stu- dent Association Membership Drive, De-O-Wain-Sta Staff LOUISE M. MANCINI Shot 'em high! Pass ‘em low! ‘Little Lou’’ is on the go So strike up the band For she’s making baskets for Candyland. Basketball, Volleyball, Gym Lead- er ROBERT LUTZ Bob is just a little guy And in school he seems quite shy But let him get out with the boys And he sure can make with the noise. R. F. A. Band FRANCIS P. MANTELLI Girls are watching all the while, Just to see our ‘‘Buddy’’ smile. He's got personality and good looks But he is not so fond of books. GORDYNE M. MACARTHUR If Gordyne has a far look in her eye, You must excuse her please, Because when she looks at you, It’s Jimmie she really sees. Veritas Vincit, Cheerleaders 3-4, Assembly Usher, Gym Leaders, R. F. A., Float, Basketball, Soph- omore Orientation ELAINE MARMOL Now here’s a girl who's always gay And spreads her joy in every way. In English class she knows a lot Here’s a girl who'll hit the top. JAMES MCBURNEY A guy with ambition Who has lots of pep, He plays in the band And is always in step. Projection Club, Intramural Bas- ketball, Band, Jr. Prom Commit- tee, Shutterbugs GLORIA MALORZO Very nice, very sweet To be with her is quite a treat She’s fun to be with-a real nice gal Here's a girl who’s one grand pal. Chorus BARBARA J. MARTIN Barb's as busy as a bee With all her extra activities, Basketball and B. S. L. Now we know why she dashes by. Softball, Basketball '47,’48,'49, Volleyball, Gym Leaders, De- O-Wain-Sta Staff, B. S. I. Typ- ist ALFONSO MARTINGANO Al is fond of basketball Even tho’ he’s not too tall, He's a guy you’re sure to like, Another ‘‘Red’’ for the love o” Mike. MARY MC CARTHY Curly, blond hair And sparkling eyes, When we lose Mary Someone else will get a prize. Chorus, Red Cross Represen- tative JEAN M. MCCORD Here we have a girl with class, You can’t find a prettier lass, Loads of fun with pep and vim Her aor = blue eyes are never im. Home Room Chairman, Basket- ball JOHN MASSETT He’s very quiet, but one good guy He'll succeed if he tries. He works with effort, but yet with ease Whatever he does he tries to please. Intramural Basketball, Baseball . Richad McMahon. RUTHIE MCLAUGHLIN EDWIN MATESKY Ed is one of the mighty ‘‘Reds’’ He’s a guy that always uses his head. Busy in school every day! He is really on his wayl Hi-Y, Sigma Alpha Vice-Presi- dent, De-O-Wain-Sta Staff, Junior Ring Committee, Commencement Usher, Junior Prom Decorating Committee, Senior Play Stage Committee JOSEPH MECCA This cute lass with the boys does rate U. S. Marines In fact they consider her the perfect date But, we all know who's really the one, And who’ ll be there when all is done! Spanish Club, Veritas, Treasurer Latin Club, Head Cheerleader, Jr. Class Vice-President, Senior Class President, Cabinet Honor Society, Senior Ring Committee, Junior Prom Committee, De-O-Wain-Sta , Assem- bly Usher, R. F. A. Float, Sophomore Orientation, Red Cross, Head Suher Class Night, Home Room Chairman MARY ANN MATESKY At concerts she plays, And at church I am told. She’s quiet and reserved With a heart made of gold. F. H. A., Knit-Wits, Red Cross JOAN M. MCCAULEY Joanie with her curly hair Has a typical Irish air, She’s a gal really worth seeing, — while at Dopp’s Run jing. F. H.A., Glee Club, Red Cross, Swimming, De-O-Wain-Sta Staff, Jr. Prom Committee DOMINICK MERCURIO A bright red shirt and curly black hair That’s how we know that Dominick’s there. In several talents he does excel He’s a guy that you'd like to know well. Vice Chairman DORIS I. MERRITT Parlez-vous francais? ‘Qui, oui,’’ she says. She’s a mighty cute gal. Oh, my! And an apple in some fellow’s eye. DELORES NATALIE Lots of fun in school and play Dee’s on the go both night and day Basketball, typing, doing her bit, She’s always the one who makes a hit. B. S. L, Typist, Red Cross Re- presentative, Gym Leader, Cho- rus ROBERTA L. NORTHWAY Tall, dark and slim, To her, life’s never dim. What's that laughing sound? Why, that’s Bobby around. F. H. A., Library, Basketball, Gym Leaders JOSEPHINE P. MESSINEO It is awfully hard to find A girl like Josephine She has all that you’d desire She’s strictly on the beam. Chairman of Student Council, Span- ish Club, President of Sophomore Class, F. H. A., Red Cross, Home Room Chairman, Election Commit- tee, Vice-President of Student As- sociation, R. F. A., Float, Student Association Membership Drive MICHAEL D. OCCHIPINTI Mike is rather small in a way, But he is quite a dresser, Ask him if he likes sharp ties, And he’ll answer, ‘‘Yes, Sirl’’ Intramural Basketball FRED J. METZGER In chorus or basketball This lad does well. Here’s a fellow Who rings the bell. Chorus REGINALD J. O'CONNOR He’s a grand guy With a clinging vine. Since her name is ‘‘Ivy’’ He doesn’t mind! Spanish Club, R. F. A., Band’46 FRED F. MOORE Fred’s hallmark is A nice brown Nash, Down the street He always does dash. Projection Club, Intramural Bas- ketball, Band, Junior Prom Com- mittee, R. F. A. Float, Shutter- bugs BEVERLY NETZBAND Beverly Netzband Is the girl's name, With her guitar She’ll soon have fame. BENJAMIN J. O'DONNELL Ben’s a boy who knows projec- tion, To this we have no objection But we would like to know what kind. Of girl or work he has in mind. Projection Club, Intramural Bas- ketball 4 CARMEN PACICCIA Carmen sure will hit the top With ‘‘Ha-cha’’ and ‘‘be-bop.”’ His time is spent at K. A. L. His personality hits the bell. WILLIAM D. PEER Though a rather quiet guy, He’s always ready with a cheery “Hi.” Wherever he goes, whatever he tries, He’ ll always be tops in everyone’s eyes. Band MARIE POMILIO Maggie's here, Maggie's there, We see Maggie everywhere, Maggie sure is lots of fun, And keeps the fellows on the run. Red Cross, Basketball, Home Room Chairman, F. H. A. ROBERTA G. PACKER Is it Don, Dick, Tom Or maybe even George? She has quite the time When she goes to Old Forge. Veritas Vincit, Assembly Ushers, Swimming Club, De-O-Wain-Sta Staff, F. H. A. BARBARA J. PORTER Barbara’s heart and soul Belong to the Civil Air Patrol, But we wonder why the sigh; Please tell us who is the lucky guy. Glee Club, Basketball, Archery, Gym Leaders MARY J. PAPROCKI Very neat and nice to know. There’s an awful lot to show. She’s really trim, so nice, so sweet, Everyone knows she can’t be beat! F. H. A., Basketball, Softball, Red Cross, Gym Leaders, De-O- Wain- Sta Staff MARGARET T. PREMO Never says much But thinks a lot, For this we’re sure She’ll come out on top. Chorus, Library Council, Secca- Types CARMELA PATANE Here’s a girl Who's always gala Who is it? Of course Our Carmela! Y JOHN M. PLUNKETT x Johnny Mike is lots of fun, And in swimming he starts with the gun, When anyone’s around, he’s bound to please, And winter long he lives on skis. Spanish Club, Swimming Team, Home Room Chairman, Intramu- ral Basketball, Band, Student Council, Hockey Manager. CHARLES RACE A peerless driver, He knows all about cars, But when it comes to school work, His head is in the stars. BARBARA A. RANDLE Barb is sweet and very gay, Fun to be with every day She also knows her addition The teaching of which is her am- bition. Basketball JEANNETTE M. REMP “‘On Westernville.’’ is the cry And we'd like to know why, Tell us Jeannette, ‘‘Who Is the guy?’’ KATHRYN M. RICKARD She leads the way with J. V. cheers. The Slingerland Contest gave her no fears. For these and other accomplish- ments, too. We say, ‘‘Kay, we're for youl” B. S. I., Spanish Club, Veritas Vincit, J. V. Cheerleader, Junior Prom Chaperone Committee, Slingerland, Red Cross. JANET A. REALBUTO Here's a girl who can’t be beat, She’s always smiling, cheerful and neat Plus brown eyes with curly hair too And we know that to Ray she is true. Volleyball, Archery RICHARD R. RISUCCI He’s a wonder! He’s a dream! He makes the tackles For our team. Football, Junior Varsity, Varsity Squad BETTY R. REDDEN Our little ‘‘Blossom’s’’ on the beam Full of pep and lots of steam. That’s okay, that’s all right. Wonder, where is Steve tonight. F. H. A., Varsity Cheerleader, Gym Leader, Archery, Basketball, Assembly Usher, De-O-Wain-Sta JUNE ROGERS Here’s a girl who tops ‘em all. She’s a star in basketball. A friend to all--she’s full of fun. Here’s a person who's never shunned. Basketball, Softball MERLE F. REDMOND For a pal And for dancing, too You can bet your life It’s Merle for you. LEONA RESZETNIK Leona is carefree and gay, Lots of fun in every way. Never a dull moment when she’s around. A better friend cannot be found. Secca-Types GRACE R. ROMANIELLO We all know she’s smart as can With that no one can disagree. Concerning boys, she’s also smart as they make’em. But sorry fellows--she’s taken. Basketball, Senior Play Usher, Red Cross Representative, Stu- dent Association Membership Drive ANDREW ROSSI Andy is a boy around town Always there with a resounding sound There is Andy at the game Known to cheer for R. F. A's Fame. JANELA SABINE ‘‘Jan’s’’ the girl we all know, Full of fun from her head to her toes. Loves to work for the B. S. L, And she always has time to say “mi,”’ ELY ROWLAND x} Quick as a flash, right on the ball, In hockey especially, he tops em all. So strong, so handsome, so nice, so big, A real swell guy --that’s ourGig. Spanish Club, R. F. A. Glee Club, Home Room Chairman, Baseball, Football, Hockey FREDERICK F. RUNG His heart is whole, He’s fancy free, There’s just one goal, That's plain to see. Basketball, Home Room Chairman DELORES M. SABIA She has qualities all her own And besides she’s quite well known. With her poise and grace “‘Dee’’ will set the pace. Basketball MARIO SANTORO Mario is a friend to all, He’ll always answer when you call, In R. F. A he is well known A boy who'll never be outshone. B. S. I., (Editor-in-chief), F. H. A Latin Club, Library Council, De- O-Wain-Sta Staff, Red Cross Rep- resentative, National Honor So- ciety SAMUEL A. SANZONE ANNA SAURINI CHARLOTTE A. SAWYER JOE SCACCIA Here’s a boy who is a star. To all who ride in his green car. If you’re on your way somewhere, Whistle for Sammy and you'll get there. Anna is a quiet gal Blonde Hair, But, always a swell pal. Eyes of Green. We'll miss her shy smile This cute gal, Which we saw all the while. Fits the Irishman’s dream. This guy is a good ‘‘Joe!l”’ He’s always on the go, A real swell friend to all his pals, And also to all the gals. Projection Club, B. S. I., Veritas Vincit, Home Room Chairman, Student Council, Jr. Prom Com- mittee, De-O-Wain-Sta Staff, As- sembly Usher, Sr. Play Usher, Sophomore Orientation Football 47, Track ’ Red Cross, Football '47, '48, In- oo! 1°47, Track '46 tramural Basketball ‘46 FRANK SCHILLACI Frank sure is tall, As you can see, A friend of ours, He' ll always be. Chorus JOHN SEMO John's sometimes mild, And sometimes wild. But he has a smile, That’ s worth your while. ELEANOR JUNE SIMIELE Eleanor is rather shy, But always has a smile when she goes by. She’ s really gay and full of fun And always has him on the run. JAMES SCHMIDT In ‘‘Roaming’ Round Home’”’ or where you please You'll find reference to Jimmy’s bees, Lee Center sure is proud of him, Trapping shows he’s full of vim. MARVIN V. SIMONSEN Chemistry and Physics are his dish And with girls he doesn’t frown. Likeable, laughable, always around Always to cheer you when you are down. Band, Intramural Basketball RAE ie LAWRENCE W. SCHNEIBLE If you need a friend, Here's the lad to meet, But watch out in sports, He just can’t be beat. Football, Intramural Basketball, Baseball, Hi-Y, Hockey oe % ASSUNTA SPADA Stamps, coins, signatures, too. A girl with a hobby is always true The boys all like to give her a whirl- Sparkling eyes-she’s one swell girl. JAMES R. SCUDERI ‘Little Caesar’’ is his name, Near and far has spread his fame. All kidding aside, he' s one swell guy, And we all are going to miss you, Cy. JASON SEYMOUR Blond, curly hair, big blue eyes, Personality plus, and oh what a guyl! He broke many hearts with that smile he flashes, But Peg was the lucky one of all the lasses. Track, Hi-Y EUGENE F. ST. DENIS Eugene’ s very active Always on the go. He' s one fellow You'd like to know! THOMAS §. ST. DENIS Always smiling On the beam. Say, he plays hockey For the R. F. A. team! Hockey HELEN O. SWEREDIUK Silence is golden Or so they say, We think it is, For Helen’s that way. CLARENCE E. TAYLOR He always has a joke or gag, You never see him lag. On that big bike he’ s very fast. Get out of the way when he goes past. DONALD STREET Donald’s quiet, rather shy, Always neat in suit and tie. Other girls should not be jealous. For his heart is set on Eunice. DAN THOMAS Red' s a hunter, a butcher, An all ‘ round guy. A good-natured boy With a twinkle in his eye NANCY STROWBRIDGE The height of perfection As cute as they come. The chance to surpass her Is a million to one. B. 8. I., Spanish Club, Latin Club, Jr. Prom Decoration Committee, Senior Ring Committee, Senior Play Cast, Class Night Usher RICHARD JOHN THOMAS We wonder in Rich’ if there isn't some devil. And yet he always seems on the level. He always gets so much fun out of life. Maybe he'll not bother to look for a wife. LOUIS ST. THOMAS Someday ‘‘Louie’’ famous will be It’s a thing we’re sure to see Witty, popular, always gay, Louie’s happy every day. DOROTHY 1. SWINNEY We aren't so sure About sugar and spice, But we are sure She’ s everything nice. TED THRASHER We call him Stach (Tho it' s not his name) A member of That Boylan Gang. Hi-Y, R. F. A. Band ' 45, ' 46 JACK E. TIBBITTS Jack’ s a boy known far and near His name has started here. R. F. A. is proud to say What memories of him are here to stay. RICHARD UVANNI U. S. Marines AGNES VANLOAN Agnes goes with a guy named Ted, He sure is devoted to our Red. She' s cuts as blazes and oh, sO sweet, A girl like her will never be beat. Band ' 46, ' 47, '48, '49 SHIRLEY F. TIBBITTS Shirley is quite a gal, To everyone she's a pal. And while she’ s with Less, Well! The rest you can guess. Library Council, Special Chorus, Tennis, Red Cross, Vice-Chairman of Home Room NA CONSE VECCHIO Laughable and likeable Lighthearted, too. Conse can always Find things to do. Glee Club, Chorus, Band, Class Night Usher, Red Cross Representative YVONNE R. TROXELL Hurrah! We holler, give a cheer! Here’ s a gal who's swell all year. In friendliness she's quite a gal. We' re glad to have her for our pal. Basketball ' 47, ' 48, Softball, Volleyball, Gym Leader JOSEPHINE VINCI Joe is sweet And so demure. She' ll have success Of that we' re sure. JOE E. TROTZ On the diamond and gridiron Joe does his best. He' s a fellow with pep And lots of zest. RAYMOND L. VACCARO As captain, Ray kept the squad Right on the beam. He was the spark plug Of our great football team. Football ' 45, ' 46, ' 47, (Captain ' 48) Track ' 45, ' 46, '47, ' 48, J. V. Basket- ball Manager ' 45, Intramural Basketball ' 45, ' 46, Home Room Chairman, Student Council, Central New York All-Star Football Team ELEANOR C. VITALI Eleanor is a cute little girl Who dresses rather well Her one and only lover is A guy we think is swell. Basketball, Volleyball, Gym Leader, De-O-Wain- Sta Staff ANGELINE IDA VOCI Her bright personality is like her smile, Here's a girl, fellows like to dial. For this girl who works at Sanzone' s drug store. Is full of fun and has looks galore. Gym Leader VIRGIL E. WASHBURN Virgil’ s known near and far Going past in a car. He’ ll always stop with a hi’ And give you a little ride. Jack H- Parsons. SHARON V. WELLS Sharon's sweet and gay And she's on her way To a future big and bright To take her bows at foot- lights. Spanish Club, Special Chorus, Election Committee, De-O-Wain- St Staff, Veritas Vincit, Jr. Prom Committee, Slingerland Contest FRANK VOCI Frank, like the Hudson car, Takes girls near and far. To find out more Ask Eleanor. RUTH M. WHITE Here's a girl who can sing like a lark, She's quite a horsewoman, too. Although we' ll miss her when she' s gone. We know she' ll always be true. Chorus, Red Cross ELIZABETH VONMATT Steve's and Lakeview, lots of fun Swiss dances keep her on the run. Bubbling over with personality, Liz is full of rascality. Library Council, Gym Leader, De-O-Wain-Sta Staff, German Club CAZIMER S. WIKIERA Caz is our boy for all types of sports, Both on indoor and outdoor courts, Liking all kinds of sports this way, Maybe a great athlete he' ll be some day. SYLVIA A. WALSWORTH Sylvia’ s quiet, Sylvia's gay. A real true member of F. H. A. F. H. A. (Treas.), Chorus ALLAN WEIGEL Without this handsome fellow Our lives would be quite dull. Not only would we miss his smile, But without movies our time would lull. Projection Club MARGARET R. WILHELMSEN The art staff keeps her busy, Her marks are always high. For a share of her ambition, We would all lie down and die. CAROL WILLIAMS Cheerleading, swimming, and all the rest Prove that Carol is one of the best. She' s full of fun and very sweet-- Tom knows now that she can't be beat. Veritas Vincit, Spanish Club, Varsity Cheerleader, Jr. Prom Committee, De-O-Wain-Sta Staff, Swimming Club, Bacca- laureate Usher, Gym Leader KATHERINE WILLIS Cute, petite, and mighty nice, She's got a smile that melts the ice. When she goes we’ ll sure all miss her. Mut Missouri George is the lucky mister. Assembly Usher, Basketball, Library Council, F. H. A., Inter- national Correspondence Club, De-O-Wain-Sta Staff, B. S. L., Junior Prom Decoration Com- mittee, Veni-Vidi-Vici, Noon Hour Activities Committee PAUL WINDRATH Windy loves to swim and ski. He' s always happy as can be. He' s full of pep and al ways trim-- The age of girls don't bother him Hi-Y, Swimming ' 46, ' 47, ' 48, Track JANICE WILLIAMS Janice is known far and near To all of us she's very dear. A cheerleader she goes to many a game, But Bill’ s the boy who is her flame. Veritas Vincit, Red Cross, Cheerleader, Inter-Club Council, Assembly Usher, De-O-Wain-Sta Staff, Bacca- laureate Usher, R. F. A. Float, Chorus PETER A. WOHN Pete is an all ' round sport ‘ Specially on that Polish Home Court. He makes all the girls ee “What a guy! What a guy J. V. Basketball ' 47, ' 48, Band ' 45. ' 46, ' 47, Intra- mural Basketball ' 46. JOSEPH A. WILLIAMS This is a boy whom we all know, Quite the mand and a good Joe. The art staff couldn't get along Without him, there would be no song. R. F. A. Float, Senior Ring Committee, V. Chairman of Junior Prom Decoration Com- mittee, De-O-Wain-Sta Staff, Class Night Usher, Com- mencement Usher CAROL A. WOLFF Always thinking what to wear, Sweet and neat, dresses with care Popular wit h all her schoolmates, And there is no subject that she hates. Junior Red Cross, Projection Club, Spanish Club, Latin Club, Basketball, Inter-ClubCouncil, H. R. Vice- Chairman, Assembly Usher, Jr. Prom Decorating Committee, Senior Play Cast, National Honor Society, Library Council, De-O-Wain-Sta Staff, Class Night Usher. TOBEY E. WILLIAMS Tobey always gets around, He' s known all around town In our Class, he can't be beat For he’ s a boy you'd like to meet. Glee Club, Sigma Alpha, Track, Intramural Basket- ball, Student Council, Elec- tion Committee, Sophomore Class President, Senior Play Cast, Jr. Prom Decoration Committee, Slingerland R. F. A. Float, Student Associa- tion President, Home Room Chairman EDWARD W. WIND xP Knowing Ed, we have found He’ s lots of fun to be around. We' ll miss his great, big friendly smile. Which we' ve known for a long while. Home Room Chairman, Track NANCY J. WOLFF They don’t come any smarter Than this popular girl. She can answer the kind of a question That makes the heads of other students whirl. Projection Club, Spanish Club, Latin Club, Library Council, RedCross (Chairman '47, ' 48). Basketball, Track, Home Room Chairman, Inter-Club Council, Senior Ring Committee, Sen- ior Play Stage Committee, Jr. Prom Decorating Committee, Honor Society, Davis Essay Winner, De-O-Wain-Sta Staff, Class Night Usher, Assembly Usher, Valedictorian. —— — i _ be down to get you ina Taxt honey, ou better ba ready out half past eight. HOMEROOM 5 Row 1: M. Bowers, A. Bryan, G. Akins (V.C.), C. Balog, S. Brown, D. Gorsky, G. Bloom, P. Allen. Row 2: C. Allen, A. Cataldo, H. Beers, J. Brunner, C. Bea- ver (Sec.), T. Belcher, R. Carley. Row 3: A. Alyward, L. Bing- man, N. Barnett, B. Bender, C. Bishop, J. Baker, G. Brockway. Row 4: E. Biondi, J. Campbell, R. Bell (Treas.), C. Hahn, V. Ceci, W. Brand. HOMEROOM 9 Row 1: B. Harris, M. Cleve- land, L. Clark, R. Flint (V.C.) W. Jezowski (C.), C. D’Avolio, R. Elmer. Row 2: E. Greco, W. Gifford, D. Roux, E. Matesky, R. Hay- ner, R. Ferrucci. Row 3: A. Kipfer, F. Jackson, T. Goetz, M. Jones, M. Frag- ola, J. Grow. Fin, hat % HOMEROOM 8 Row 1: T. DeBonzo, D. Catal- do, P. Domenico, A. Ernst, (V.C.), A. Coviello, (C), J. Gottuso, R. D’Ambrosi, R. Cal- andra. Row 2: C. Coniglio, A. Chic- aferra, R. Grogan, J. Cusi- mano, K. Cummings, E. Co- luccio, C. Converse, A. An- gotti. Row 3: F. Coniglio, P. Geary, J. Mortis, K. Clippinger, M. Cervo, R. Felice, A. DeCar- olis. Row 4: J. Ansonia, E. Graham, A. Campbell, E. Campbell, E. Carpenter, D. Guggi. HOMEROOM 33 Row 1: J. Holmes, G. Gibbs, G. Gamasta (V.C.), M. Gold- stone, W. Jones (C.), R. Gui- liano, N. Giambona, A. Ge- cosky. Row 2: M. Huber, S. Herbst, V. Gochee, R. Hucko, B. Gal- luppi, J. Gardner, K. Gardner, B. Walker. Row 3: T. Koberg, A. Golden, W. Knudson, D. Judson, S. Kirkland, F. Herbst, E. La- Fountain. Row 4: P. Holeck, H. Hull, J. Holeck, S. Myers, M. McGa- hey. ian a cas 1 Sn a ee Ge HOMEROOM 34 Row 1: J. Lombrado, R. Kip- fer, L. Kretz, J. Fisher, (V. -), Be Lynch, (C.), M. L. Pearsall, E. Jones, M. In- gersoll. a Row 2: S. Lints, L. Lamont, B. Johnson, L. Lewandrow- ski, D. Kekis, H. Magnanti. Row 3: A. Mesagna, W. Mc- Cann, R. Morgan, B. Leidig, F. Mumpton, R. Meyers. Row 4: J. Lamb, G. Fox, J. Loftus, K. Lauber. HOMEROOM 35 Row 1: R. Muscarella, P. Nessel, S. Mortis, C. Natale, (C.), J. Getbehead, (V.C.), M. Martin, V. Money, P. Matt- acola. Row 2: L. Nash, A. R. Mar- ion, G. Malorzo, M. Mante- lli, M. Mullally, C. Monobi- anco, J. Neiss, W. Perry. Row 3: H. Schindler, C. Rudd, F. Salvaggio, R. Rapke, F. Pazdur, J. Reh, B. Richard- son. HOMEROOM 36 Row 1: D. Phillips, L. Rizzuto, P. Faciolo, E. Sgambellone, (R.C.R.), Je Russell (C.), M. Etling, P. Esposito, L. Salva- dore. Row 2: E. Roberts, A. Feder- ow, S. Palliwade, S. Pepper, N. Seigler, M. Sanzone, M. Elmer M. Rondinelli. Row 3: G. Smith, O. Snyder, B. Smith, R. Smith, T. Stinnett, A. Fontana, J. Ferrare. Row 4: J. Smith, J. Sestito, B. Page, B. Stephan, P. St. Tho- mas. HOMEROOM 41 Row 1; B. Spink, B. Sherman, P. Williams, H. Stanley, W. Schoenke (C), C. Ubell, (V. C.), B. Staple, R. Spinella. Row 2: H. Skowran, M. Rob- inson, M. Uvanni, J. Yerger, M. Stewart, M. Shimp, G. Pierson, S. Domenico, A. Sotnik. Row 3: J. Urbanski, D. Trox- ell, P. Zakala, B. Thurber, F. Uhl, R. Wolfe, H. Warcup. Row 4: D. Edick, T. Varano, H. Yerger, J. Williams, S. Urbanik. HOMEROOM 40 Row 1: D. Palmer, P. Bart- lett, J. Perry, (V.C.), E. Millhouse, (C.), O. Bitely, G. Oschowski. Row 2: R. Howland, P. Schieble, L. Bogner, O. Boiko, M. Paniccia, R. Martin, D. Miller. Row 3: F. Norelli, E. Mear, C. Massett, L. Rossi, F. Jones, B. Portner. HOMEROOM 42 Row 1: J. Collucio, C. Schiro, J. Walker, E. Nystrom, L. Tyler, D. Trembeth, A. Yut- zler, F. Vaccaro, D. Teft. Row 2: G. Grande, F. Smith, B. Thomas, P. Wolff, A. Sco- thon, G. Bowers, G. Low- erre. Row 3: P. Bottini, R. Cappo- ccia, C. LeFFert, A. Lattan- zio, B. Bommarito, C. Sgroi, F. Buttacavoli. 4: B. Froia, C. Ellis BS Whasler, M. oSndte ‘ Folks like us could Never fuss with school and (zarnin’ Still we from A toZ doin’ hat COMES naturally: |) HOMEROOM 1 Row 1: R. Ali, M. Brushkos- ki, B. Anson, F. Alonge, (V. C.), R. Brynilsen (C.), A. Barbato, C. Barker, S. Beck. Row 2: M. Campanaro, A. Al- brecht, A. Bottini, H. Burton, E. Carr, L. Bowen, E. Ald- ridge. Row 3: R. Brushkoski, J. Badalota, D. Burk, E. Ald- ridge, L. Biondi, E. Barn- ard, A. Beckwith, M. Blair. HOMEROOM 2 Row 1: B. Evans, P. Cant- arano, H. Cecis(C.), K. | Dunham, S. Calicchia (V. C.), M. D’Avolio, G. Close, O. Carroll. Row 2: D. DeLucia, N. Car- rado, C. Chrestien, N. Czy- ko, C. Cook, B. Demski, R. Converse, M. Edwards, A. Conti. Row 3: G. Curtis, A. Camp- anella, M. Carmella, D. Cline, V. Ciotti, P. Feole, S. Dowd. Row 4: N. Daniello, B. Ey- chner, B. Dalzell, J. DiCas- tro, A. Cataldo, A. Carlet ta, M. DiGustini, R. DeLutis, S. Cortese. HOMEROOM 6 Row 1: F. Consiglio, L. Pac- enza, B. Gilbert, G. Laufer, C. Watson (C.), M. Mararck, D. Mercurio, M. Montalba- no (R.C.R.). Row 2: M. Badalato, F. Cas- carella, J. Larkin, C. Covell, W. Ziankoski, P. Pace, R. Adolfi, N. Danningbury. Row 3: H. Edick, A. Abone, T. Campbell, J. Bowman, P. Helig (V.C.), J. Beas- cock, T. Danna, J. Carusone. HOMEROOM 10 Row 1: E. Gallucci, R. Gat- to, M. Geno, C. Jencks (C.), A. Filippini (R. C. R.), C. Gottuso (V. C.), Y. Fros- chauer, V. Filippini. Row 2: J. Genovese, C. Kiskadden, A. Festa, C. Fa- vata, J. Higgins, R. Miller, J. Jones, W. Hallenbeck, E. Franklin. Row 3: P. Gibbs, A. Grif- fiths, R. Falitico, A. Fior- diliso, B. J. Hagemeier, E. Gyngell, M. Grifasi, G. Fi- orini, Z. French. Row 4: F. Facciolo, R. Golly, M. Gleasman, J. Gualtieri, M. Hanley, L. Gardner, J. Griffin, L. Garofalo, F. Feole. HOMEROOM 21 Row 1: R. Carletta, L. An- ania, J. Bellinger, V. Ciancio, E. Cacciatori (R. C. R.), I. Burke, P. Ciulla, G. Covell. Row 2: L. Bottini, J. Collins, (V.C.), G- Coleman, (C.), W. Coppola, O. Cantarano, P. Bravo. Row 3:.C. Countryman, P. Capponi, F. Combopiano, H. Alessi, A. Crescenzi, B. Bentley, R. D’Amore,. HOMEROOM 23 Row 1: M. Linowitch, J. Hoffman, L. Marsh, D. Lew- ek (R. C. R.), L. Lauri (C.), C. Heller, E. Martin, D. Marucci. Row 2: R. Kutsko, V. Hines, B. Holland, P. Havens, J. Lewis, J. Haithwaite, A. Heacock. Row 3: P. Messner, R. La- Gasse, R. McMahon, P. Na- gurney, P. Nobert (V. C.). Row 4: J. Law, M. LaGatta, D. Muttilo, M. Mastracco. HOMEROOM 26 Row 1: M. Powers, A. Paw- likowski, L. Pettinelli, R. Patchen (V. C.), G. Platten- burg (C.), V. Packer, G. Mroz, A. Merchant. Row 2: R. Perry, G. Peters, C. Ortolano, E. Parry, D. Powell, D. Peer, F. Re- getz, M. Palmer. Row 3: M. Narehood, M. Pelon, M. Percey, A. Orze- chowski, M. Morrow, W. Mead, A. Parker, M. Mes- sineo. Row 4: C. Rahn, J. Opper, J. Perez, D. Otis, T. Pross- ner, W. Prior. fee meee i a” al HOMEROOM 27 Row 1: R. Spada, I. Procopia, A. Sciorelli, E. Smith (V. C.) J. Szarek (C.), R. Spink, V. Smothers, J. Selden. Row 2: A. Recchio, A. Sal- isbury, J. Spinelli, W. Ros- si, M. Serra, K. Rizzuto, P. Semo, C. Stanizzi. Row 3: A. Schiro, G. St. Den- nis, M. Pasternak, I. Taglia- ferri, G. Sousa, D. Recco. Row 4: A. Sasso, B. Ring- rose, P. Wilson, P. Saba- tini, R. Shoemaker, B. Stephens, J. Striefert, M. Sbaraglia, P. St. Thomas. HOMEROOM 31 Row 1: J. Yager, P. Willsey, G. Voci, R. Wendt (V. C.), J. Uvanni (C.), S. Traficante, V. Verrenti, M. Weber. Row 2: W. Wikiera, A. Witchley, K. Tindall, j. Wuthrick, D. Zarno, R. Ya- ger. Row 3: A. Wanzenried, M. Smith, C. McCloskey, S. Thrasher, R. M. Waller, J. Wal, L. Vazquez. Row 4: J. Tyler, L. Sasso, R. Thomas. HOMEROOM 37 Row 1: S. Marsh, i Santoro, C. Perry, J. Izzo (C.), S. Premo, H. Seigler (R. C. R). Row 2: L. Magnanti, E. Hu- mez (V. C.), J. Norelli, M. Puglio, A. Santoro, D. Hub- bard, A. Nasto. Row 3: R. Longway, A. Mal- orzo, G. Light, J. Loomis, J. Plunkett, A. Pomilio. HOMEROOM 32 Row 1: C. Kelly, J. June (C.) A. Giamporcaro, (V. C. ), N. Hitchcock (R. C. R.), P. Goetz, M. A. Filipponi. Row 2: J. Farr, S. Fox, B. Dursi, H. D’ Antonio, A. De- Ruby, B. Gubbins, J. Knud- sen (R. C. R.). Row 3: T. LaCastro, M. Fiaschetti, R. Gromelski, R. H. Natowsky, J. Darton, M. Gianitto, F. Gifford, N. Felice. HOMEROOM 39 Row 1: A. Vaca, S. White- men, B. Stinnette, G. Ross, (V. C.), S. Trificano, D. Soldern (Sec.), M. Summa, J. Walda. Row 2: A. Vito, M. Verren- ti, J. Sterling, H. Taglia- feri, W. Stinnette, L. U- vanni, R. Rizio. Row 3: G. Quentin, J. Smith, L. Schuler, A. Viscoci, C. Richardson, L. Pettinelli. Row 4: G. Smith, D. Schmaltz D. Wood, H. Vinci, J. Santora. Tak@ mez out to the ball ganac , take me out to the field FOOTBALL ra , oy : a2 7 ‘! % ; DS ty aGa«3,, oe A — C 35 9 ome 77 5 72% 2 j7858 80, 2 ¥i CONES eer SE, : Leffert, Bertrand, Risucci, Captain Vaccaro, Ross, Campbell, Campbell. : Cicotti, Spadafora, Edick, Gochee, Trificano, Kain, Bottini, Karlen. : Coach Grant, Marsh, Rowland, Domenico, Mecca, Parry, Adolphi, Filippini, Bird, Schneible, Ferrucci, Frasca, Becker, Coach Edkins. Players Missing from the picture are: Dematteo, Di Bella, Grande, Verano, Buttacavoli. R. Ne A. R. F. A. 25 Amsterdam 6 6 Procter 32 Watertown 7 6 U. F. A. 0 Auburn 6 28 Oswego “| Johnson City 14 14 White Plains 1 as 118 POSITIONS ead Coach: John Grant Assistant Coaches: Charles Edkins, Leo Cahill Q.B. F.B. H. B. Ends Spadafora Kain Dematteo Bird arlen Domenico Campbell Bertrand effert Tackles Frasca Guards Gochee Center Trificano DeBella Edick Campbell Ferrucci Schneible Rowland Bottini Marsh Buttacavoli Mecca Ciccotti Grande Becker Parry Ross Capt. Vaccaro Filippini Risucci Adolphi Varano AMSTERDAM The R. F. A. football squad opened its ’48 grid campaign with a decisive 25-6 win over Am- sterdam. The first score of the game was registered by Amsterdam on an intercepted pass. On the resulting kickoff Joe Dematteo unreeled a spectacular 97 yard touchdown gallop to recover the Rome gridders. Following this touchdown Rome went on to score 3 more touchdowns and an ex- tra point. WATERTOWN Spirited by the power displayed in the first game the Rome Gridders confidently entered this game to play a potentially powerful team. However, Rome’s overwhelming power proved to be too much for the Watertown squad. Jack Kain, our star fullback, led the attack by scoring 4 of the Academy’s touchdowns while Joe Dematteo scored the other and Bill Bird accounted for the extra — AUBURN This was the game, the winner of which was predicted to be the conference champions. How- ever, the Rome offense squad was not up to par and was unable to pierce the strong Auburn de- fense. Auburn scored on a completed pass into the Rome end zone. It was very obvious that Rome had lost to an underrated football team. 49 JOHNSON CITY As a result of losing the Auburn game, the Rome team was considered the underdog in this game. Although we lost, we were far from the underdog team. This exciting high school game brought together two very evenly matched teams. Johnson City scored first on a 70-yard touch- down drive. Rome launched a counter-attack by scoring on a beautiful 90-yard drive climaxe d by Joe Dematteo’s 15-yard run to pay dirt. The deciding factor of the game came when a Johnson City lineman picked up a loose blocked kick and ran untouched into the end zone. After this un- canny touchdown, the academy eleven was unable to cross the goal line of the spirited Johnson City team. PROCTOR Although outdistancing Proctor on the ground and in the air, Rome lost a touch decision to a strong Proctor eleven. The first three quarters were comparatively uneventful with neither team scoring. The fourth quarter was highlighted when R. F. A. climaxed a sustained drive with a touchdown by Joe Dematteo. Rome was unable to score the extra point and the game ended with Proctor winning 7-6. Costly fumbles and Proctor’s determination to hold on to their lead kept the R. F. A. gridders from saving the situation. U. F. A. Determined to snap their losing streak, the Rome squad journeyed to Murnane Field in Utica to play a powerful U. F. A. eleven. After losing the three previous games, R. F. A. went on the win against U. F. A. to the tune of 6-0. This was Rome’s 30th win in the long standing rivalry which has matched the two teams 54 times. The game’s lone touchdown came as a result of a long aerial by quarterback Nat Spadafora to left end Sam Trificano. The extra point after the touchdown fell short and the first quarter ended with the score standing at 6-0 in favor of the ‘‘Orange and Black’’ of Rome. In the remaining three quarters of the game, neither of the two teams hit pay dirt and the contest ended with Rome on the better half of a 6-0 win over their tra- ditional rivals, U. F. A. The entire team played an outstanding game along with Pat Domenico who turned in a beautiful game as fullback. OSWEGO The R. F. A. football team played one of its best games when it beat Oswego High 28-7. The team displayed its normal power this muddy afternoon. Kain and Grande each ran for a touch- down while Joe Dematteo, our speedy halfback, hit pay dirt twice. A safety and two extra points accounted for the four other points. We must not forget the excellent job done by the seven line- men this day of triumph. WHITE PLAINS On a beautiful Thanksgiving morning, the underrated R. F. A. eleven met the strong White Plains team. It was very evident that the players led by Captain Ray Vaccaro wanted to do the impossible by beating this team. The 12,000 spectators witnessed a hard fought skillfully played high school game. White Plains scored first in the second period. However, Rome followed up with a 70-yard sustained drive, climaxed with a touchdown by Joe Dematteo after which Bill Bird kicked the point, putting Rome in the lead 7-6. By halftime, the White Plains team had crossed our goal again leaving the score 12-7. When the determined ‘‘Orange and Black’’ team returned to the field, they immediately launched another touchdown drive with Jack Kain and Joe Dematteo alter- nating the ball carrying. This all-important drive furnished the winning touchdown when Joe De- matteo scored on an off tackle power play. Bill Bird again converted to make the score 14-12. Throughout the fourth period both teams moved the ball up and down the field but neither team aoe bo to score. By winning this game R. F. A. accomplished what three former Rome teams had failed to do. E, of the Rome Free Academy football team were very proud to have Ray Vaccaro, our worthy captain, named on the Central New York All-Scholastic Football Team: As a player and captain, Ray stood out in sportsmanship and leadership, two characteristics necessary in a great football player. % a : Kneeling left to right: F. Hamela, M. Kyff, F. Pazdur, D. Edick. Standing left to right: J. Donahue, D. Fenton, P. Domenico, H. Stanley, S. Bates, A. Scothon, J. Coluccio, Coach Charles Edkins. Auburn Oswego St. Francis Watertown UF, A. St. Francis Oswego U. F.. A. Watertown New Hartford New Hartford Fulton Whitesboro Whitesboro S. A. A. S. A. A. Proctor Proctor ( Won 7 - Lost 11 HE Rome basketball squad led by Frank Pazdur with 193 points, Mickey Kyff with 157 points and Don Edick with 105 points experienced an uncanny season, during which the quintet beat many of the best high school teams in New York State and also at the same time lost to many of the poorest teams in this section. Most of the Rome standouts had never played to- gether as a team before this past season, while the rest of the team was composed of green inexperienced players who in the future will most probably produce an unbeatable champion- ship basketball team for Rome Free Academy. Sitting: B. Baynes, M. Berman, F. Melie. Kneeling: T. St. Denis, J. Campbell, W. Edwards, R. Carrier, P. Swancott, D. Karlen, D. VanDresar. Standing: Coach Char les Dain, Captain E. Rowland, B. Bird, B. St. Denis, N. Gochee, C. Leffert, W. Shultz, L. Schneible, J. Plunkett. R. F. A. SCORES Drumlin Amateurs Clinton Hamilton College Saranac Lake Alexandria Bay Lake Placid Nichols Academy Massena Lake Placid Northwood CO) WMO OW-]-Ih o-15 oO PR Moe Re ENO — HE Rome Free Academy hockey team again finished the season with a very impress- ive record. The fast skating sextet came home with the Clarkson College Invitation Tour- nament championship in which, Ely Rowland, Red Karlen and Bill Bird were placed on the tournament all-star team while Larry Schneible received honorable mention. The lone set- back was a defeat handed to us by Nichols Academy, eastern states prep school champions. This loss was mainly due to a mild winter which gave the team little opportunity to prac- tice. Asa finale to the season the team won the Lake Placid Tournament and played a tie with a very good Northwood Team. Much of the success of the season can be attributed to the fine performances given by our goalies, and to the superb reserve power of the team. During the whole season the Rome Pucksters played their usual top grade brand of hockey. VARSITY CHEERLEADERS Row 1: Barbara Blades, Ruth McLaughlin (Head Varsity Cheerleader), Betty Redden. Row 2: Carol Williams, Janice Williams, Gordyne MacArthur. JUNIOR VARSITY CHEERLEADERS Olive Bitely, Kay Rickard (Head of Junior Varsity Cheerleaders). Agnes Barbato, Diane Kekis. Myrtle Narehood, Marilyn Martin. Janet Griffin, Marjorie Etling. Rosemary Guiliano, Audrey Bryan. 54 SWIMMING CLUB Row I1: J. Lewis, S. Traficante, C. Perry, J. Russell, M. Jones (President), M. Pear- sall, L. Kretz, J. Colton. Row 2: J. Holmes,-C. McClosky, C. Williams, C. Bishop, D. Kekis, R. DeLutis, A. Barbato, Miss Whitaker (Adviser). Row 3: V. Packer, L. Czajkowski, J. McCauley, K. Clippinger, J. Hoffman, E. Caccia- tori. Ban n obiegene £ J Tg ny Pavers JY ir Le : 3 cy we bd? = GIRLS’ BASKETBALL R. DeLutis, E. Cacciatore, B. Stinnette, M. D’Avolio, B. Gubbins, D. Cline, K. Clippinger, L. Pettinelli, R. D’Ambrosia, L. Bogner, A. Carletta. L. Lewandrowski, S. Calicchia, R. Spinella, C. Bishop, A. Bryan, D. Kekis, A. Filippini, J. Szarek, M. Paniccia, B. Harris, A. Sciorelli, E. Vitali, A. George, E. DiCaprio, L. Mancini, P. Barlett, L. Barr, B. Bowers. W. Stinnette, S. Ziankoski, M. Geno, G. Pierson, G. Brockway, B. Gallucci, M. Mantelli, J. Russell, A. Barbato, G. Voci, M. Summa, J. Yerger, J. Hoffman, E. Howe, A. Schiro, F. Cantarano, R. Kipfer, A. Parker, Miss Whitaker. L. Rizzuto, S. Lints, J. Gardner, N. Hurley, D. DeLutis, E. Graham, S. Marsh, M. Filipponi, M. Testani, D. Cataldo, J. Rogers, B. Martin, O. Bitely, M. Mes- sineo, A. Fiordiliso, C. Kelly, C. Perry, R. Carletta. W=—- ZZ. VERY THING “) LJ °] 0 i . O STUDENT CABINET Row 1: Dorothy Fraser, In- terclub Council Representa- tive; Mr. M. J. Whittemore, Treasurer; Tobey Williams, President; Josephine Mes- sineo, Vice-President; Lu- cille Tyler, Secretary. Row 2: Mr. C. Paige, Prin- cipal; Joan Kutsko, Com- missioner of B. S. I., Bar- bara Stinnette, President of Sophomore Class; Jack Grow, President of Junior Class; Miss L. Kingsley, Dean of Girls. STUDENT COUNCIL Row 1: Miss Clarke, Mr. Paige, H. Ceci, L. Tyler, (Sec.), T. Williams (Pres.), J. Messenio (V. Pres.), Mr. Whittemore, (Treas.), Miss Kingsley. Row 2: A. Scothon, C. Natale, J. June, A. Fisher, N. Wolff, J. Russell, J. Szarek, K. Jen- cks, R. Augustitus. Row 3: W. Lynch, C. Balog, R.. Vaccaro, G. Ross, J. Iz- zo, L. Lauri, R. Brynilsen, G. Plattenburg, W. Scho- enke. Row 4: W. Jones, J. Dorn, W. Burgdorff, W. Jezowski, S. Trificano, P. Domenico, J- Uvanni, C. Watson. INTERC LUB COUNCIL Row 1: L. Rizzuto, J. Wil- liams, A. Gafner, D. Fraser, J. Russell, N. Wolff, A. Fe- derow. Row 2: Miss Clarke, Miss Whitaker, Miss Kingsley, Miss Vanderpool, Mrs. Graves, Miss Barnard, Miss Herrman. Row 3: B. Harris, L. Ali, Mr. Hagerty, Miss Real, Mr. Lundblad, J. Donahue, E. Howe. - FUTURE HOMEMAKERS OF AMERICA Row 1: P. Nessel, J. Knud- sen, D. Fraser (Inter-Club Council), M. Paprocki (Sec.), A. Gafner, (Vice-Pres.), J- Messineo (Pres.), S. Wals- worth (Treas.), K. Willis, P. Luce, Mrs. Graves, (Adviser). Row 2: M. A. Matesky, N. James, R. Packer, J. San- tora, L. Czajkowski, J. Hoffman, A. Fisher, L. Lewandrowski, M. Huber, C. Dion, E. Aldridge. Yr VN we, VERITAS VINCIT Row 3: M. Grifasi, L. Mac- Farlane, E. Jones, M. Inger- soll, F. Coniglio, M. Luce, F. Cantarano, B. Redden, V. Filippini, T. Akins. Row 4: L. Clark, M. DeVis- ser, M. Bishop, J. McCauley, J. Sabine, J. Courtney, J. Loftus, D. Cline, B. Burg- dorff. NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY Row 1: Patricia Luce, Betty Redden, Josephine Messineo, Alice Gafner, Ruth McLaugh- lin, Nancy Wolff, Carol Wolff, Lucille Tyler, Kay Willis, Lu- cille Bartolomeo. Row 2: Nancy James, jane Rus- sell, Janela Sabine, Ann Fish- er, Marilyn DeVisser, Gor- dyne MacArthur, Dorothy Fraser, Joan Kutsko, Marga- ret Boriack. Row 3: Vincent Fragola, Ron- ald Kaier, Jerry Haritatos, Jay Williams, Murray Gold- stone, William Dunham, Lu- cien Ali, John Dorn, Tobey Williams, Jack Grow. Absent: R. Augustitus. ” Row 1: E. Howe (Program Ch.), A. Fisher (Sec.), K. Rickard (treas.), B. Blades (Pres.),J. Russell (V. Pres.) J. Williams (Inter-Club Council), L. Johnson (Pub- licity Ch.), Miss Vander- pool (Adviser). Row 2: M. DeVisser, S. Wells, C. Sawyer, C. Bish- op, D. Kekis, M. Jones. Row 3: C. Perry, C. Kelly, A. Bryan, D. Fraser, G. MacArthur, O. Bitely, D. Link. Row 4: B. Gubbins, A. Ho- gan, L. Czajkowski, C. Williams, R. Packer. KNIT WITS Row 1: D. Lewek, M. Inger- soll, I. Burke, E. Jones (Sec.), P. Havens (Pres.) C. Heller, J. Knudsen, Mrs. Copia (Ad- viser). Row 2: R. Spink, J. Szarek, R. Kipfer, N. Barnett, L. Lew- androwski, R. White, L. Marsh, M. Huber, S. Whitt- man. Row 3: A. Pawlikowski, V. Hines, J. Messineo, D. Sol- don, E. Martin, L. Barto - lomeo, M. Luce, M. Dela- ney, R. Kutsko, N. James. Row 4: J. Hoffman, M. Mc- Carthy, D. Fraser, A. Grif- fiths, M. Matesky, M. Gri- eco, B. Galluppi, J. Kut- sko, S. Herbst. SPANISH CLUB Row 1: Marilyn DeVisser, Lucien Ali, Nello Filippini, ln Sharron Wells Treas.), Kay Richard, Miss Clarke (Adviser). Row 2: Nancy James, Carol Williams, Nancy Wolff, Car- ol Wolff, Ann Fisher, Jo- sephine Messineo. Row 3: Eugene Grieco, John Dorn, Walter Jezowski, Charles Leffert, Vincent Fragola. RED CROSS SERVICE CLUB Row 1: D. Fraser, M. Pear- sall, J. Farr, J. Fike, L. MacFarlane, C. Wolff(Pres), N. Wolff, A. Gafner, Miss Clarke (Adviser). Row 2: L. Bingham, P. Ha- vens, J. Baker, S. Brown, L. Lewandrowski, G. Akins, S. Herbst, M. Huber, M. Mc- Carthy. Row 3: M. Sanzone, P. Es- posito, A. Bryan, B. Gal- uppi, H. Skowron, G. Bloom, E. Jones, M. Ingersoll, R. Kipfer. Row 4: L. Clark, M. Bish- op, M. Lombardo, M. Paprocki, J. McCauley, N. Barnett, A. Griffiths, M. Cleveland, P. Williams, R. Guiliano. LOOSE THREADERS AND INTERNATIONAL CORRES- PONDENCE CLUB Row 1: Miss Stauring (Adv.), K. Willis, J. Baker (Sec.), B. Stinnette (Pres.), N. Wolff, (Ed.), M. Smith (Dir. of Items), M. Uvanni, Grn. Dir) B. Sherman (Ch.), S. Zian- kowski, Miss Buicko (Adv). Row 2: P. Luce, S. Brown, A. Gafner, L. Czajkowski, A. Fisher, M. Mantelli, L. Lewandrowski, B. Bender, M. Shimp, S. Domenico, B. Spink. Row 3: J. McCauley, M. Sanzone, P. Esposito, A. Bryan, |. Williams, D. Sol- don, C. Barker, J. Loftus, G. Bloom, P. Facciolo, H. Skowron. Row 4: J. Holmes, M.Lom- bardo, G. Akins, M. Pap- rocki, A. Sotnik, J. Yerg- er, R. Spinelli, P. Williams, M. Boriack, B. Staple. oe os PROJECTION CLUB Row 1: J. Loftus, E. Nys- trom, M. Linowitch, F. Moore, P. Luce, A. Wei- gel, Pres., M. D’ Avolio, Mr. Hagerty, Adviser. Row 2: N. Wolff, B. O’ Donnell, R. Longway, J. Williams, M. Goldstone, G. Coleman, H. Schind- ler, C. Wolff. Row 3: C. Coniglio, K. Tindall, T. Koburg, E. Franklyn, B. Ali, E. Hum- ez, A. Salsbury. Row 4: W. McCann, B. Lynch, F. Smith, J. Ses- tito, : McBurney, C. OE ae a LIBRARY COUNCIL Row 1: C. Natalie, L. Czaj- kowski, P. Luce, A. Fisher (Sec.), A. Lauber (Pres.), B. Stinette (V.Pres.), E. J. Howe (Treas.), Miss Herr- man. Row 2: N. James, S. Palli- wade, L. Lewandrowski, J. Hoffman, A. Infanger, C. Wolff, E. Von Matt, M. Premo, S. Whitman. Row 3: K. Willis, N. Hurley, E. Roberts, E. Luenberger, M. Elmer, A. Campanella, E. Graham, J. Loftus, R. Calandra. Row 4: M. Bishop, J. Sab- ine, M. Sanzone, N. Wolff, M. Stewart, S. George, J. Fike, S. Tibbets, Reporters: Announcers: Committee Members: Typists: Clerk: HOOL INFORMATION Jones, Natale, Palliwade, Gafner, Kutsko, Gochee, Sabine, Wil- lis, Gardner, Mrs. William S. Gott, Adviser. Lombardo, Baker, Brown, Sanzone, Bender, Hoffman, Fisher, Elmer, Jones, Hogan. Etling, Reh, Brunner, Dunham, Hull, Goldstone, Sestito, Har- itatos. Thurber, Harrington, Kaier. Commissioner .......+«+e+ee-e-e joan Kutsko Senior Editor .............. .Janela Sabine Broadcast Director...........- Neal Gochee Assistant Broadcast Director..........+Murray Goldstone Julie Baker, Anne Fisher, Alice Gafner, Jean Hoffman, Henry Hull, Margaret San- zone, Kay Willis, Marilyn Elmer, Betty Bender, Murray Goldstone, Joan Yerger, Shirley Palliwade, Marjorie Etling, Marilyn Jones, Jean Gardner, Madeline Lom- bardo. William Dunham, Murray Goldstone, Jack Reh, Joe Sestito. Ronald Augustitus, Jack Brunner, Jerry Haritatos, Anne Hogan, Ronald Kaier, Bill Thurber. Delores Natalie, Connie Natalie, Nancy Strowbridge, Elda Jones, Madeline Lombar- do, Assunta Spada, Leokayda Lewandrowski, Rose Calandra. Susan Brown Messenger: Murray Harrington Warcup, Smith, Yerger, Russell, Marsh, Bowers, Staple, Voci, Car- penter, Millhouse. Harris, Fragola, Felice, Perry, Lowerre, Bertrand, Prossner, Wil- liams, Ali, Alessi, Plattenburg, DeCastro, Peters. Chaffee, Farrari, Golly, Summa, Capponi, Franklin, Alyward, Dowd, Salvaggio. Scuderi, Leidig, Simonsen, Page, Ali, Cappola, Troxell, Carletta, Mr. Hubbell, Director. Crestien, Cardello, Sestito, Cataldo, Nasci, Guggi, DeSalvo. Saxophones: Charles Crestien, Alfred Fontana, Dick Leidig, James Scuderi, Joseph Sesti- to, Cpl., Marvin Simonsen. Trumpets: Lucien Ali, Capt., Jack Capponi, Michael Carletta Manager, William Cappola, James DeSalvo Sgt., Ronald Golly, Daniel Guggi, Louis Nasci Cpl., William Page, John Plunkett, Mary Ann Summa, Librarian, Dennis Troxell Cpl. Clarinets: Robert Ali, Gerald Coons, Rose Felice, Mario Fragola, George Lowerre, George Peters, Carolyn Perry, William Peer, Terry Prossner, Tobey Wil- liams, Sgt. Trombones: Orsemus Bitely, Peter Capponi Cpl., Parker Hornbeck, Louis Pettinelli, Jack Preston. Horns: Alice Alyward, Stedman Dowd, Barbara Moore. Flutes: Helen Alessi, Ward Mistress, George Plattenburg. Bells, Tympani, Drums: Luigi Bottini, Robert Cardello, Robert Chaffee, James DeCastro, Joseph Fer- rari, Eugene Millhouse Cpl., Frank Salvaggio Sgt., Howard Warcup. Baritones-Elliot Franklin Basses-Angelo Cataldo Sgt. Oboe-Ronald Bertrand Cpl. String Bass- Barbara Harris Drum Major-Gerald Coons. Majorettes: Margaret Bowers, Eleanor Carpenter, Sally Marsh, Jane Russell, Martha Smith, Betty Staples, Grace Voci, Joan Yerger. Ann Fisher, Carol Wolff, Tobey Williams, Dorothy Fraser, Anne Infanger. Ellen Jane Howe, Bill Burgdorf, Jerry Haritatos, Nancy Strowbridge, Marilyn DeVisser, Bill Baynes, Dick Leidig. Hildegarde ........... Dorothy Fraser Mr. Dolson ........... Richard Leidig Mrs. Dolson ........... Anne Infanger Sally ...++.«++.++++-+- Marilyn DeVisser Bob. ..e+ eeeee ee eee ee eBill Burgdorf Jimmy «++ +eeeeeeee4++6- Bill Baynes CAST Paige......2.s.+.... Nancy Strowbridge Ellie-May ......+e+eee.e.e.e Anne Fisher Jil ccc ccsccvcececcnese Elien Jane Howe Freddie Shermer........Tobey Williams Mr. Shermer ......... -Jerry Haritatos Mrs. Shermer............-Carol Wolff Director Mrs. Curtis Bates Properties: Stage: Programs: Publicity: Tickets: Loretta Barr. Janela Sabine, Pat Luce. Alice Gafner, Betty Hunziker. Arlene Lauber, Marilyn Bishop, Lucille Czajkowski, Nancy Wolff. Jim Bird, Bill Cook, Vincent Fragola, Donald Brown. Or the night of December 3, 1948, the Class of 1949 presented, ‘‘We Shook The Family Tree,’ ’ a delightful comedy in three acts. Action stems from the intense desire of Hildegarde to go to the high school prom. Her mother, with good intentions, arranges for her to go with Freddie Shermer. Hildegarde is mortified because Freddie is required by his parents to wear knickers. Desperate efforts of Hildegarde and Freddie to deal with the crisis only bring on more complications. DE-O-WAIN-STA BUSINESS STAFF B. Bowers, L. Barr, B. Burgdorf, J. Courtney, W. Dunham (Business Manager) Nancy James (Assistant Business Manager), L. Czajkowski, D. DeLutis, J. Lof- tus, Mr. Auchmoody (Adviser). M. Lombardo, D. Fraser, B. Martin, M. Bishop, M. Paprocki, M. DeVisser, R. Packer, E. DeCaprio, E. Vitalie. B. Hunziker, V. Fragola, F. Rung, D. Brown, J. Fiordeliso, M. Luce. R. Adams, A. Edleman, E. Matesky, W. Burgdorf, L. Ali, M. Harrington, J. Tibbitts. Downtown Committee: School Committee: Typists: Publicity Staff: R. Adams, L. Ali, L. Barr, M. Bishop, B. Bowers, B. Burgdorf, W. Burgdorf, D. Brown, J. Courtney, L. Czajkowski, D. DeLutis, V. Fragola, A. Gafner, M. Harrington, B. Hunziker, S. George, M. Lombardo, J. Loftus, B. Martin, R. Packer, M. Paprocki, F. Rung, J. Tibbets, E. Vitali. L. Barr, M. Bishop, B. Bowers, J. Courtney, L. Czajkowski, D. DeLutis, M. DeVisser, D. DiCaprio, A. Edelman, V. Fragola, D. Fraser, A. Gafner, S. George, M. Harrington, J. Hoffman, B. Hunziker, N. Hurley, J. Loftus, M. Lombardo, M. Luce, B. Mar- tin, E. Matesky, R. Packer, M. Paprocki, N. Strowbridge, F. Rung, R. Vaccaro, E. Vitali, K. Willis. L. Barr, B. Burgdorf, D. DiCaprio, J. Fiodiliso, A. Gafner, B. Hunziker, M. Lombardo, B. Martin. L. Ali, R. McLaughlin, B. Dunham, L. Czajkowski, E. J. Howe. DE-O-WAIN-STA EDITORIAL STAFF Miss E. Vanderpool (Art Adviser), K. Willis, P. Luce, J. Williams (Art Editor); B. Blades (Photography Editor), J. Haritatos (Editor-in-Chief), J. Dorn (Senior Editor), E. Howe (Humor Editor), S. George, Miss M. E. Davies (Adviser). A. Fisher, J. Williams, C. Williams, L. Johnson, J. Sabine, C. Wolff, A. Infanger, N. Wolff, J. Hoffman, J. McCauley, C. Sawyer, E. VonMatt, E. Leuenberger. A. Hogan, C. Dion, J. Kutsko, A. Gafner, R. Wilhelmsen, M. A. Matesky, J. Kirkland, J. Colton, B. Redden. L. MacFarlane, A. Lauber, S. Wells, J. Scuderi, T. Williams, J. Bird, R. Bert- rand, K. Rickard, N. Hurley, M. Boriack. Photography Editors: Senior Staff: Art Staff: Sports Staff: Humor Staff: Activities Staff: Make-up Staff: Editor-in-Chief ....... Jerry Haritatos Faculty Adviser...... Miss Mary E. Davies B. Blades, and M. Bryan. J. Dorn, Editor, J. Colton, L. Czajkowski, D. DeLutis, A. Fisher, A. Hogan,.N. Hurley, A. Infanger, A. Lauber, E. Leuenberger, J. Loft- us, K. Rickard, C. Sawyer, J. Scuderi, S. Wells, C. Wolff, N. Wolff, E. VonMatt. J. Williams Editor, S. George, J. Kirkland, P. Luce, M. Matesky, D. Snooks, R. Wilhelmsen. Bill Bird Editor, R. Bertrand, J. Bird. E. J. Howe Editor, M. Boriack, L. MacFarlane, J. McCauley, R. Mc- Laughlin, C. Williams, J. Williams, K. Willis. J. Brognano Editor, C. Dion, V. Fragola, A. Gafner, J. Hoffman, L. Johnson, J. Kutsko, B. Redden, J. Sabine. J. Haritatos Editor, L. Barr, B. Blades, M. Boriack, B. Bowers, V. Fragola, J. Hoffman, R. Kaier, J. Kirkland, B. Martin. VENI, VIDI, VICI Row 1: K. Willis, J. Kutz- ko, P. Luce, J. Dorn, (Pres.), E. Howe, (Int. Club Council), L. Ali, (Vice-Pres.), C. Wolff, (Sec.), Miss Barnard (Adviser). Row 2: D. Fraser, J. Hoff- man, N. Wolff, M. Jones, S. Sabine, E. Bender, K. Gard- ner, Row 3: M. Etling, M. Smith, J. Yerger, M. Sanzone, G. MacArthur, J. Colton, G. Ro- maniello. Row 4: J. Sestito, J. Williams, W. Page, M. Goldstone, W. Thurber. SLINGERLAND Row 1: Dorothy Fraser, Al- ternate; Sharon Wells, Lu- cille Czajkowski, Nancy James, Lorena Bingman, Jeanette Colton. Row 2: Joseph Sestito, John Dorn, Alternate; George Lowerre, Charles Ellis, Murray Goldstone, Jack Reh, Mr. G. Hagerty, Coach. THE SHUTTERBUGS Left to right: G. Lowerre, J. Haritatos, M. Goldstone, (Treas.), J. McBurney, D. Burk, D. DeLutis, J. DiCas- tro, R. Ali, G. Sousa, A. Fil- ippini (Sec.). Standing in the rear: C. Chrestien, Fred Moore (Pres.). Absent: W. Schoenke (V. Pres.), W. Wikiera. Club Advisers: Mr. Frank J. Palmer, Miss Genevieve Riley. GLEE CLUB Row 1: F. Alonge, E. Rob- erts, P. Nessel (V. Pres.), L. Ruzzuto (Pres.), R. Chaffee (Treas.), E. Cac- ciatori, B. Gubbins, R. De- Lutis, Mr. Lundblad. Row 2: S. Lints, M. Bishop, H. Magnanti, J. McCauley, A. Infanger, M. Sanzone, E. Nystrom (Sec.), C. Mono- bianco, A. Marion, R. Mus- carella, Row 3: G. Oschowski, R. Cardello, R. Smith, M. Goldstone, C. Rudd, M. Filipponi. Row 4: R. Brynilsen, F. Mumpton, T. Williams, J. Getbehead, C. Converse. SIGMA ALPHA Row 1: J. Haritatos, T. Williams, V. Fragola (Sec.), E. Matesky (V. Pres.), W. Burgdorf (Pres.), E. Wind (Treas.), W. Dunham, R. Leidig. Row 2: L. Ali, R. Bertrand, J- Donahue (Inter-Club), J. Bird, G. Lowerre, J. Brun- ner, C. Ellis, W. Cook. Row 3: J. Reh, F. Rung, M. Harrington, M. Goldstone, J. Dorn, R. Kaier, D. Brown, J. Grow. HI-Y Row 1: W. Burgdorf, R. Dal- zell, A. Scothon (Sgt-at-Arms) J- Dorn (V. Pres.), L. Ali, (Pres.), D. Leidig (Treas.), J. Grow (Sec.), B. Dunham (Chaplain), C. Ellis. Row 2: T. Thrasher, W. Mc- Cann, P. Windrath, J. Kain, J. Schoff, J. Seymour, D, Bell, B. Thurber, R. How- land. Row 3: P. Schieble, J. Hari- tatos (Historian), A. Latan- zio, B. Lynch, B. Cook. Row 4: E. Matesky, N. Go- chee, B. Leidig, J. Bird, M. Goldstone, C. Rudd, R. Flint. ARCHERY CLUB Row 1: L. Johnson, M. Mes- sineo, A. Merchant, L. Ty- ler, A. Lauber, J. Kutsko (Pres.), K. Clippinger, R. Kutsko, S. Beck, B. Harris. Row 2: A. Pawlikowski, A. Fiordiliso, L. Marsh, S. Thrasher, L. Vazquez, N. James, M. Huber, Miss Whi- taker (Adviser). Row 3: M. Cleveland, N. Hur- ley, M. Cervo, M. Sanzone, M. Jones, M. Pearsall, G. Sousa. SECCA-TYPES Row 1: M. Lombardo, N. James, A. Federow (Inter- Club Council), M. Greico (Treas.), A. Gafner (Sec.), V. Gochee (Manager), S. Herbst (Asst. Manager), Miss Real thidstear’. Row 2: H. Skowron, A. San- toro, J. Norelli, M. Puglia, L. Lewandrowski, M. Stew- art,C. Monobianco, G. Os- chowski. Row 3: J. Fiordiliso, M. In- gersoll, J. Lombardo, P. Ciulla, R. Kipfer, L. Res- zetnik, J. Colton, C- Nat- alie, A. Lombardo. ASSEMBLY USHERS Row 1: Miss Clarke (Adviser) Betty Redden, Dorothy Fra- ser, Suzanne Herbst, Kay Willis, Virginia Gochee, Alice Gafner. Row 2: Ann Hogan, Janice Williams, Barbara Blades, Gordyne MacArthur, Rober- ta Packer, Charlotte Saw- yer. Row 3: Jerry Haritatos, Martha Smith, Nancy Wolff, Carol Wolff, Ronald Kaier. BOWLING A. Pomilio, F, Gifford, M. Edwards, W. Gifford, J. Don- ovan (Pres.), D. Wheeler, A. Rossi, B. Smith. E. Coluccio, K. Carrier, R. Adams, F. Jones, B. Knud- sen, V. Fragola, R. Bentley. R. Nagurney, M. McGahey, D. Troxell, A. Edelman, R. McMahon, S. Meyers, C. Richardson. GYM LEADERS J. Kirkland, R. Packer, C. Williams, C. Bishop, A. Bryan, D. Kekis, B. Redden, J. Szarek, M. Paniccia, B. Harris (Pres.), L. Johnson, E. Vitali, A. George, E. DiCaprio, L. Mancini, P. Barlett, B. Bowers. O. Boiko, M. Huber, N. Hitchcock, P. Goetz, A. Gafner, G. MacArthur, M. Sum- ma, L. Vazquez, A. Schiro, A. Campanella, D. Palmer, J. Hoffman, F. Cantarano, F. Coniglio, Miss Whitaker (Adviser). S. Calicchia, J. Courtney, G. Brockway, M. Lombardo, M. Paprocki, M. Rondin- elli, M. Stewart, E. VonMatt, M. Bishop, B. Martin, M. Jones, R. Felice, M. Mes- sineo, E. Howe. If 1 had the winds Oo} an angel, Over the s@ prison walls Plas [DETENTION Barbara Blades Mary Bryan Marilyn DiVisser Bunnie Fraser Shirley Esche Alice Gafner Claire Gifford Ellen Jane Howe Lois Johnson LEAVE US REMEMBER Louie St. Thomas’ red hair! Crooks Cozy Corner - 12:15 to 12:45, Monday through Friday - smoking in the lobby only. The Ba be-Ruth Story The basketball team! oh! oh! Jack Staples’ all-girl football team John Dorn’s sense of humor The S. A. A.- R. F. A. basketball game Chief Cummings Day Greenbriar after school Lucille Czajkowski’s straight hair Our democratic school system The girls’ driving licenses The White Plains Victory ‘‘Rainbow’’ after the Senior Play The ‘‘Schoenke-Stanley Harem’’ The day the Hi-Y took over the city Our trophy display (in the cellar) A. H. N. ’s padded covers THE MEASELS I!!! FAMOUS QUOTATIONS Nello Filippini: Say, that was good! Lucien Ali: Nice Talk! Ruth McLaughlin: Burp! Varsity Basketball team: Just checking up The Art Staff: We have decided to change the theme of ‘‘Our’’ Yearbook Bobbie Packer: Oh, how nice it comes! Jean Hoffman: Toot, Toot! Mary Paprocki: Do you want me to stand on my head and spit jelly beans? The Big 4: You Knoow? Coach Edkins: As far as I’m concerned you can all leave the floor. Anne Infanger: What’sa the matta, dear? Jerry Haritatos: That’s just ignorance. BALL AND CHAIN SOCIETY Joan Kutsko Joan Loftus Patricia Luce Gordyne MacArthur Ruth McLaughlin Kay Rickard Lucille Tyler Janice Williams Carol Williams Kenny Williams Donnie O’Neil Neil Wightman Rod Freeman Tom Varano Harvey Cline Cataldo Faroni Boody Smith Alex Rolletta Frank Salvaggio Albert McGuire Gene Evans Jimmy Golly Dick McMahon Bob Newey Dick Leidig Bill Campbell Tom Broderick = -_ we - BEST ALL AROUND Barbara Blades Toby Williams - @ MOST RECKLESS Ellen Jane Howe Ted Thrasher — © ese @ EVERYBODY’S FRIEND Barbara Blades Lucien Ali - 2 BIGGEST HEARTBREAKER Betty Redden Jason Seymour = @ SKYSCRAPERS Anne Infanger Gerald Coons BRAINIEST Nancy Wolff Jerry Haritatos os —! “ MOST TALKATIVE Lucille Czaikowski 4. — =—_— ae QUIETEST June Ball ilippini Bill Peer = ae MOST SARCASTIC WITTIEST MOST POPULAR Anne Infanger Betty Redden Ruth McLaughlin John Dorn Anthony Adolfi Lucien Ali a - ao BEST DRESSED DONE MOST FOR R. F. A. Carol Wolff Ruth McLaughlin ° Toby Williams ’ _s oa er MOST ATHLETIC MOST LIKELY TO SUCCEED CUTEST Jean Hoffman Nancy Wolff Gordyne MacArthur Raymond Vaccaro Jerry Haritatos Jack Kain Class Predictions 1969 Ann Hogan is now running what was formerly known as Crook’s Ellen Jane Howe is sitting home knitting ‘‘Booties.”’ A new janitor, Patrick Curley, has recently arrived at R. F. A. He brought with him excellent references from the ‘‘Pizza’ which recently closed down due to a shortage of patrons. Carol Williams is frequently seen around town driving a meat truck. Stance Adolfi recently completed a record-breaking hit on Broadway as Romeo. The grandchildren of the class of ’49 are saving their pennies for the Stadium Drive. Sharon Wells and Marilyn DeVisser are now Lieutenants, S. G. in the Waves. Jerry Haritatos, Doctor of Dentistry, is now working in Brazil. Virgil Washburn, “‘King of the Race Track,’’ has just made the new auto speed record, going 900 miles an hour. Bunnie Fraser is now seen driving a Ford. What happened? Class Wills yy I, Sharon Wells, will Shirley Pepper my long fingernails. I, Jerry Haritatos, will to the 1950 De-O-Wain-Sta Staff the sum of $50,000 for their yearbook. I, Lucille Czajkowski, will Mary Bryan one pair of sus- penders. We, the Cheerleaders, will Janice Williams a complete sewing kit. I, Lois Johnson, will Barb Harris a policeman to take her across the street. We, the senior boys, will the senior girls a case of Pond’s Cream so they too can be engaged. I, Joe Mecca, will Patsy Williams a permanent seat in detention. I, Bobbie Packer, will Marilyn Martin my discarded boyfriends. I, Charlotte Sawyer, will Carol Williams my big feet for the ‘ Booma Lacka’’ cheer. I, Everett Cronizer, will Ruth McLaughlin controlling interest in the Polish Home. I, Joan McCauley, will Janela Sabine a special scholarship to Yale. We, the pupils of North Study Hall, will Betty Lou Hallenbeck a new comb and brush set. I, Nancy Wolff, will Joan Kirkland a French accent. I, Nancy Strowbridge, will Ann Hogan a harness for her ‘‘Horse.’’ I, Ely Rowlands, will my eight eyes to the ‘‘Forneys.”’ I, Janice Williams, will Barb Blades my last name. I, Paul Windrath, will Jason Seymour a one-way ticket to Oswego. I, Ronnie Kaier, will Jerry Haritatos a new, raspberry colored Lincoln Cosmopolitan convertible. WE The Class of AQ Wish To Thank The Following for their financial support in helping to make Our Yearbook A Great SUCCESS pefpreciatious BEAUTY SHOPS Artur Beauty Shop Lovely Lady Mary’s Beauty Salon BUILDING SUPPLIES Beach Lumber Co. Edward Comstock Co. Myers Bros. Lumber Co. S. Prossner Co. CANNING FACTORY Birds Eye-Snider Div. CHILDREN’S STORES Juliana Shop Pat Tom Shop DAIRIES Iseneker’s Dairy Mathis Creamery DENTISTS William M. Arthur H. E. Dorn James L. Dowd James B. Eames Robert J. Gillis I. I. Kaplan Verne E. Marriot . Nobert . Nobert . Sinclair . Sinclair . F. Sontheimer . E. Stedman R. J. Vella DEPARTMENT STORES Nelson’s, Inc. DOCTORS W. I. Akana B. F. Golly R. J. Marshall E. P. Russell M. M. Sanders R. Schulenklopper A. S. Traficante GROCERY STORES James Costello H. F. Vierow DRUG STORES Z. J. Lesiakowski, Ph. G. DRY CLEANERS Parker’s Dry Cleaners White Laundry Dry Cleaning Co. ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES Cingranelli’s Appliances Wardwell Hardware Co., Inc. FISHING TACKLE J. F. Pepper Co. FRIENDS A Friend A Friend A Friend A Friend FLORISTS Holland Florists Hughes Florists Nielsen’s Green houses FUNERAL HOMES Bottini Funeral Chapel Nicholas J. Bush Thomas A. Cox Griffin Aldridge Mae F. Strong Howard P. Teller FURNITURE STORES Doyles Furniture Store Lerman’s Furniture Co. GARAGES F. K. Ammann Carey Golden Faro’s Auto Repair Shop Goetz Service Station Sunoco One Stop REAL ESTATE William Grogan John C. Lynch INDUSTRY Fort Stanwix Mfg. Co. Kent Company, Inc. INSURANCE Harry F. Rise Roth Bros. Co. Fred P. Sestito C. F. W. Trabant, Inc. JEWELERS M. J. Engelbert Bro. LAWYERS Abbott Grow William Arthur Freshman Massey William Hughes Francis J. Lawler D. J. Parry James O’Shea Powers Powers William J. Powers, Jr. LUGGAGE Solomon’s Luggage Jewelry Shop MEN’S SHOPS Jack Henley Rosen’s Men’s Shop C. Oliver Rudd Stein Clothes, Inc. MUSIC STORES Spears Music House OIL COMPANY Coccia Bros. Oil Company OPTOMETRIST Lynn E. Kelly, Class of ’19 RECREATION Rome Bowling Center RESTAURANTS Candyland Di Castro’s Vito’s Restaurants SHOE STORES Townsend’s Shoe Store pt pprectations SMOKE SHOPS Freson’s Friendly Store Kelley’s Cigar Store Parry’s News Shop SPORTING GOODS Cahill’s Sporting Goods Co. Sports Center STATIONERY SHOPS Oliver Office Equipment Stook’s Stationery Shop The Little Card Shop SWEET SHOPS Karmelkorn Candies Strand Sweet Shop WOMEN’S APPAREL Decker’s Specialty Shop Joanly Lippman’s Mark’s Fashion Shop Mary’s Style Dress Shop Vanity PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION COURSES IN Business Administration Accountancy Secretarial Science Journalism Medical Secretarial Commercial Teaching Bachelor Degree CATALOGUE FREE ON REQUEST RIDER COLLEGE FOUNDED 1865 TRENTON, N. J. “We depart greatfully” Che Boylan Gang GUIDANCE balance training activities. Placement in key positions in business, pro- Pl SKil | S fessional and government offices. ALBANY BUSINESS COLLEGE 126 - 134 Washington Avenue Albany 6, N. Y. State Registered Veteran Approved best wishes to class of ’49 from BIRD'S START COLLECTING BIRD’S FINE FURNITURE 256 WEST DOMINICK STREET ROME, NEW YORK THE KENT CO. INC. Extends best wishes to the class of 1949 82 ROME IRON MILLS, Ine. STEEL Designers Fabricators Erectors ROME, N. Y. PHILCO Best Wishes REFRIGERATORS AND RADIOS from KRAHLER AND DIAMOND LIVINGROOM SUITES EL CHICO LORENCE C I FLORENCE AND CALORIC ™“ RESTAURANT nore Next to CENTRAL NEW YORK’S New York Central ORIGINAL HOME OUTFIT STORE Station ARK BROS. Rome, New York MARKSON OS ROME, NEW YORK Compliments Revere Copper and Brass Incorporated ROME DIVISION Best Wishes and Best of Luck THE SAVOY Serving the third generation of Romans since 1908 PAT, ROSIE, ORRIE Best Wishes and Success to the Graduates of 1947 Rome Sentinel Company Publisher of Sentinel Radio Stations THE ROME DAILY SENTINEL WRUN, WRUN-FM Rome, New York 4 VF ae we To the R. F. A. Class of Forty - Nine For hair cuts that are so fine, To the Union Shops you should go Which we gladly list below. UNION LABEL BASILE MAYA’S — 605 E. DOMINICK ST. LOCAL 697 CALANDRA’S - 107 N. JAMES ST. CAPITOL BARBER SHOP - 220 W. DOMINICK ST. CITY BARBER SHOP (MARTIN BROS.)—106 N. JAMES ST. FARINO’S BARBER SHOP - 212 S. JAMES ST. ED. GETBEHEAD’S — 141 W. DOMINICK ST. ( Upstairs ) FRANCIS B. JENNINGS’ -- 307 N. JAMES ST. JOHN LOVIER’S — 133 N. JAMES ST. CANIO PACE’S — 307 E. DOMINICK ST. FCLZIN’S BARBER SHOP - 405 W. LIBERTY ST. ROMAN BARBER SHOP 251 E. DOMINICK ST. SANITARY BARBER SHOP 311 W. DOMINICK ST. STRAND BARBER SHOP 114 E. DOMINICK ST. BERT TRAXELL’S — ARCADE BUILDING UNION HOTEL SHOP - 303 W. DOMINICK ST. UPTOWN BARBER SHOP 118 E. THOMAS ST. Compliments of ROME SOAP MFG. CO. ROME, N. Y. Compliments of ROME CITY BUS LINES Rome Automobile Dealers, Incorporated M. M. Clarabut Copper City Motors Erie Motors, Inc. Herthum Paterson, Inc. Ed. Maxwell, Inc. Navelli Motors, Inc. Pettinelli Motors, Inc. Pyle Motors, Inc. F. E. Reamore Motors F. M. Stooks Motors, Inc. Lots of luck to the Class of ’49 from Greenbrier Restaurant “ Home of fine foods ” Compliments of your friendly Singer Sewing Center 158 W. Dominick St. Rome, New York Phone 580 Compliments of A. H. PEARSALL, Incorporated C. MARK : McLAUGHLIN Compliments for of ALL INSURANCE LINES REAL ESTATE FRANK D. ROE 125 NORTH JAMES STREET ROME, NEW YORK SMOKE SHOP PHONE 417 Compliments SPARGO WIRE CO. ROME, N. Y. Success to the Class of 1949 LYLE BATHRICK BUS LINES, Inc. G. A. MANNING Compliments 500 N. James St. of odin ROME COAL Magazines CO. = org 200 HENRY STREET andy ROME, N.Y. PHONE 1368 Phone 1993 Compliments of PEOPLE’S ICE CO. CENTRAL CITY BUSINESS INSTITUTE Approved by The New York State Department of Education FALL TERM BEGINS SEPT. 6, 1949 SYRACUSE 2, N. Y. William J. Veigel, Director Compliments of F.W. RUNG SONS 224 WEST FRONT STREET ROME, N. Y. Marshall Dress Shop 231 W. Dominick St. Rome, N. Y. VECCHIO TRUCKING Company CHITTENANGO, N. Y. ROME, N. Y. PHONE 2882-W Compliments of Club Martin Sincere Compliments to the Class of ’49 from ROME TURNEY RADIATOR CO. 109 CANAL STREET PHONE 2200 Success to the Class of Nineteen Forty-Nine ROME TIRE BATTERY SERVICE 322 - 324 West Dominick St. Phone 758 FIRESTONE TIRES CARBURETOR AND ELECTRICAL SERVICE 93 from your yearbook photographers Best Wishes to the CLASS OF ’49 MARGO STUDIO Rome’s Modern Photographers 126 WEST DOMINICK STREET PHONE 3471-R OVER CANDYLAND ROME, NEW YORK FIDELITY SURETY BONDS BURGLARY INSURANCE CASUALTY POLICIES Compliments JAMES W. PACKER of INSURANCE SERVICE C. W. Howe we a peing wpeige Texaco Service Station sale Rome-Oneida Road Compliments of SAM SIMPKINS’ ROME’S LARGEST MEN’S STORE PHONE 474 Compliments of Baynes Coal Co. 274 East Dominick St. Phone 927 Rome, N. Y. ja Compliments of A FRIEND es C ti, utodraphya grapes KELLER THIS YEARBOOK PRINTED VELVATONE EXCLUSIVE KELLER REFINEMENT OF PHOTO-OFFSET , Buren’ School days school days good old golden rule -.days, readin’ and writin’ and ‘rithmetic taught to the tune of the hickory Stic k-- ats y Vv Wa if By D