Schuylerville Central School - Schuyler Yearbook (Schuylerville, NY)

Text from Pages 1 - 60 of the 1944 volume:

VHL M he Schuyler Published by THE SENIOR CLASS OF SCHUYLERVILLE. NEW YORK VOLUME XVIII 19 11 DEDICATION During this struggle. you have fought unceasingly with grim determination, never complaining about where vou were or what your mission was. Your un- excelled bravery, your readiness to serve, and your willingness to give your life, if necessary, have made us confident that you will do your utmost to safeguard your and our country. For all the things you assure us and for all that you mean to us. we the Class of '14, express in some small measure our gratitude by the dedication of our Schuy- ler to the members of the armed forces of our countrv. 3 ADMINISTRATION—Hoard of Education James P. McGarry, President John W. Cummings, Clerk jIamej Ieal(2 HJi)H Milton J. Larmon T. Kenneth Bullard F. Donald Myers, District Superintendent Francis W. Stanton, Principal Dr. M. D. Duby, School Physician Francis W. Knight, Treasurer Zoel Nadeau, Attendance Officer Dorothy Webster, Collector Rachel C. Myers. Office Secretary 1 FACULTY Row 1: Myers, R.; Northrup, M.; Clancy, A.; Cooney, M.; Stanton, F.; Gannon, H.; Terpening, V.; Brignola, J.; Botvin, A. Row 2: Sickler, D.; Early, H.; Myers, E.; VanDerwerker, J.; Cudahy, M.; Haren, A.; Elwell, A. Mr. Francis W. Stanton, Supervising Principal .... Science, Coach B.S., Springfield Collect. 1933; New York Stole College for Teachers Summer Session. 1933; University of Maine Summer Session. 1941. Miss Doris C. Sickler .......... History A. B., University of Kentucky. 1939. Miss Josephine Brignola.......................Mathematics, Science B. A., Collette of St. Rose. 1943. Miss Vera Terpening.........................English, Latin, Library B.A., Syracuse University. 1933; M.A. in Teaching of English. Columbia University. 1934; B.S. in Library Science. New York State College for Teachers. 1937; University of Maine Summer School 1940. Mrs. Adelaide 0. Bullard ......... I rent'll St. Lawrence 1 niversity. B.A., 1929; University of Grenoble, Certificat l es Etudes Francaises. 1927. 1928. Mrs. Agnes Elwell - Skidmore College. B.S., 1922; Scholarship 1939 Miss Helen S. Gannon - Business Russell Sage College. B.S. in Commerce. 1943. Mrs. Jessie Yanderworker— Physical Education, Science Cortland Normal School. R. P. K. Miss Elizabeth Myers - - 8th Grade Professional Work. St. Lawrence University. Canton. New York; New York State College 0 r Teachers; Vermont State University. Bur- lingten, Vermont. 1939; St. Lawrence Univer- sity Summer Course. 1943. Mrs. Helen Early - - 7th Grade New York State College for Teachers. 1926. Miss Mary Cudahy • - 6th Grade Cortland State Normal. 1935; New York State College for Teachers, 1941—B.S. in Kdu- Home Economics Summer Course. Syracuse University. 1943. cation; Cornell University -Extension Course. 1936. 1937; New York State College for Teachers Summer Sessions. 1935. 19.36, 1937. 1938. Miss Alice Haren - - 5th Grade Ouconta Normal School. 1931: University of California Summer Sessions. 1936. Miss Alyce Boivin • - 4th Grade Oneonta Normal School, 1926; University of California Summer Sessions. 1936; Plattshurg Summer Session, 1939. Miss Alice Clancy 3rd Grade Gencseo Normal School. Miss Mary Cooney 2nd Grade Plattshurg Normal School. Miss Mae E. Northrup - 1st Grade Ballston Training Class. • ) “SCHUYLER ’ STAFF Row 1: Russell, D.; Drew, J.; Towns, V.; Phillips, W.; Miss Terpenin.e:; Galusha, V.; LaVoy, W.; Bean, Doris; Fremont, R. Row 2: .Allen, M.; Dolan. M.L.; Hathaway, D.; Bean, Douglas; Oslica, S.; Brewer, B.; Johanson, V.; Brown, W. Editor-in-Chief......... Wilma Phillips Literary Editor Velma Galusha Feature Editor - Winifred Brown Senior Class Editors ...... Doris Bean - Jacqueline Drew Class Editors ....... Marjorie Allen • Violet Johanson Business Manager .......... Vernon Towns Sports Editor .......... Robert Fremont Activity Editors ...... Mary Lou Dolan - Douglas Bean Art Editor ........... Walter LaVoy Typing Editor ......... Dorothy Russell Typing Staff— Betty Brewer Donald Hathaway Stephen Oslica Faculty Adviser - Vera Terpening 6 NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY Doris Bean Velma Galusha Vernon Towns Richard Townley Wilma Phillips 7 Douglas Bean Dorothy Russell NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY The Lampaderian Chapter of the National Honor Society has now completed its ninth year with great success. Four members who were tapped in their junior year were Richard Townley, Velma Galusha, Wilma Phillips, and Nancy Haas. Mem- bership was completed in our senior year by the tapping of Doris Bean, Douglas Bean, Vernon Towns, and Dorothy Russell. The officers are: President............................Vernon Towns First Vice President - Wilma Phillips Second Vice President - Douglas Bean Secretary ----- Velma Galusha Treasurer ----- Doris Bean The aim of the National Honor Society is to promote scholarship, leadership, service, and the development of character among the students. —Wilma Phillips ’14 o 9 HIT PARADE OF ’44 Best Student-------------------------------------Velma Galusha. Richard Town ley Best Personality-------------------------------------------------Velma Galusha Best Singer--------------------------------------------------------- Doris Bean Best Looking Girl--------------------------------------------------- Jacky Drew Best Looking Boy--------------------------------Donald Hathaway, Vernon Towns Best Girl Dancer---------------------------------------------------------------Betty Brewer Best Boy Dancer----------------------------------------------------------------Steve Oslica Best Dressed Girl------------------------------------------------Marjorie Allen Best Dressed Boy-------------------------------------------------------------Douglas Bean Best Girl Athlete----------------------------------------------------Bettv Brewer Best Boy Athlete--------------------------------------------------- Vernon Towns Student Most Likely to Succeed------------------Dorothy Russell. Ri-hard Townley Student With Most School Spirit_____________________________________Walter LaVoy Most Popular Girl----------------------------------------------------Betty Brewer Most Popular Boy----------------------------------------------------Vernon Towns Most Versatile---------------------------------------------------Wilma Phillips Most Witty---------------------------Winnie Browne. Waite- LaVoy. Peggy Natale Most Carefree----------------------------------------- Joseph Biss. Robert Phillips Most Vivacious-------------------------------------W innie Browne Peggy Natale Noisiest Student-------------------------------------------------Theresa Cormie Quietest Student.---------------------------------------------------Gloria Wood Sleepiest Student--------------------------------------Ronald Hunt Robert Phillips Biggest Wolf--------------------------------------------Steve Oslica I Cnanimous I favorite Actor---------------------------------------------------Dennis Morgan Favorite Actress. . . . _ . Bette Davis, Greer Garson f avorite Song____________________________________________________________________My Ideal Favorite Man Singer--------------------------------------------------Bing Crosby Favorite Songstress--------------------------------------------------Dinah Shore favorite Orchestra-------------------------------------------------- Harry James 10 MARJORIE ALLEN—“Margie” “I Wish That I Could Hide Inside This Letter” Margie is the one and only girl in our class who has red hair. However, she is an exception to the rule that all red-heads have distasteful tempers. We all know that her favorite branch of the service is the Navy, although she is rather quiet about it. Next year Margie is going to continue her course of study in business at the Albany Business College. Whenever we hear the words, “Take a letter, please,” we will think of you, Margie. Junior High Chorus (1); Junior High Dramatics (1); Junior Times (1); One-art Play (1.4): New Driver's Club (2): Glee Club (2); Burgoyne Crier (3); Intramural (1,2, 3.4); Schuyler Sta.i (4). DOUGLAS BEAN—“Doug” ‘The Daring Young Man on the Flying Trapeze” From the looks of Doug, you would think he was Irish, because of his great love for green. He wears it most of the time in some form or other. However, on St. Patrick’s Day, he aroused the ire of practically the whole school, especially Room 10, by appearing wearing orange. Nevertheless, everyone appreciates and likes Doug’s unfailing good humor. Doug hasn’t said too much about his future, but we’re sure he would make an ideal worker on a farm. Happy haying from all of us, Doug! Junior High Dramatics (1); Junior High Student Council (1); One-act Plays (2,4); I ocal History Club (2); Discus- sion Club (3); Chef Club (3); Sports Council (3); Service Club (4); Library Club (4); Stamp and Bond Club (4); Intramuruls (1,2. 3. 4); Schuyler Staff (4); National Honor Society (4). DORIS BEAN—“Hunky” “You’d Be So Nice to Come Home To” One of the many girls in our class who looks forward to a nursing career is Doris. As we think back over her sturdy ef- forts to do her best in school, we are convinced that she will reach her goal. Of course, she will have to grow a little older first, but time passes quickly for a determined person. We know she’ll age quickly since worries make you grow older, and Doris has her worries now, with Bob in Uncle Sam’s Army. For present and future, Doris, best of luck! Junior High Dramatics (1); Junior High Student Council (1); Local History Club (2): Library Club (3.4): Se vice Club (4); One-act Play (4); Intramural (1.2. 3. 4); Schuy- ler Staff (4); National Honor Society (4). JOSEPH BISS—“Joe” “Whatcha Know Joe” Joe has the distinction of being the youngest of the senior boys. He is the envy of many other boys because he holds the desirable position of sitting by the window in both English and History class. If this position doesn’t get the best of him, and we’re hoping it won’t, he’ll be ready to tackle life on the farm or K.P. in the Army. Junior High Dramatics (1); Junior High Science Club (1); New Driver’s Club (2); Local History Club (2); Chef Club (3); Discussion Club (3.4); Intramurals (1,2, 3. 4). II BETTY BREWER—“fie ” “Slender. Tender, and Tall” Betty is a very neat and attractive girl, whose clothes are the envy of all the girls. She’ll make a good wife for somebody be- cause she’s an excellent cook. The only drawback is—don’t ask her to make junket! Among the senior girls, Betty is one of our best athletes. Betty has two courses in a career that she might follow. She might be a dietitian or something similar to represent her home economics, or she might be a physical education teacher. Whatever you choose, Betty, we’re with you all the way. Junior High Chorus (1); Junior Times (1); One-act Play (2.4) ; New Driver’s Club (2); (ilee Club (2); Student Council (2); President of Junior Class (3); Sports Council (3.4) ; Varsity Cheerleader (3.4); Library Club (4); Intra- murals (1.2. 3. 4); Schuyler Staff (4); Treasurer of Senior Class (4). DONALD HATHAW AY—“Pickle” “I'd Love to Know You Better” Don was another of the “heroes” on our varsity basketball team this year. His car was also a favorite during the basketball season and still is for square dances, etc. Of all the cars we know, there isn’t one that can boast holding as many passen- gers as Don’s can. Considering h� s good work as hall monitor for the Service Club we feel he would make a good traffic cop. Then, too, he was an excellent stage manager for “The Widow’s Plight.” Good luck in whatever you choose to do, Don! Student Council (2): Discussion Club (4); One-act Play (4); Varsity Basketball (4); Intramuralx (1.2. 3. 4): Schuy- ler Staff (4). W INIFRED BROW N—“Winnie” “I'll Be Around” This year’s senior class has several girls who are short in stature, and Winnie is no exception. However, she makes up for this difference by her liveliness. Winnie’s participation in the class plays as a child have been successfully acted out, and they lead us to wondering if Winnie will continue her stage career. Nevertheless it is possible and probable, judging from her list of friends in the armed forces, that Winnie will settle down to a happy married life. Junior High Chorus (1): Junior High Dramatics (1): Junior Times (I); One not Plays (1,2.4); New Driver s Club (2); Burgoygne rier (3); Intramural� (1.2.3 I); Schuyler Staff (4). ROBERT FREMONT—“Hob” “I Guess I II Have to Dream the Rest” Bob is our human encyclopedia. Occasionally, we have evidence o his stored knowledge when he lets otf some humorous re- mark, dripping with five or six syllable words. Bob does not seem to think there is a necessity of coming to school in both the morning and afternoon. At’ least, his attendance record seems to say so. Bob has not told us what he would like to do after completing high school, but we are sure his future will be successful. Junior High Science Club (1): Junior High Dramatics (1); One-act Plays (1.4); Discussion Club (2.3); Local History Club (2); Chef Club (3); Service Club (3.4); Stamp and Bond Club (4); Intramuralx (1); Schuyler Staff (4). 12 THERESE CORMIE— “Speak Low” Therese’s first name is popular around school, but she is the only senior bearing it. As familiar as her name are those slacks she wears so jauntily. Therese’s impulsiveness, an out- standing characteristic which has been at various times both an asset and a liability, we’re hoping will some day lead her to a life of happiness. Junior Times (1); Junior High Chorus (1); Junior High Dramatics (1); One act Plays (1.2); Sports Council (3); (IT! 4)',Ub 3'4); BurK° ’11 Crier (3); Intramurals RONALD HUNT—“Mike” “Mairzy Doats” Mike has been a very quiet character until this year. We have now seen a great change take place as he becomes one of our class wits, especially in English class. There is little doubt that any one of us will forget the day he tried chewing tobacco in that class. Following this, the board considered installing spitoons. One of the finest things about Ronald though is that his wit has been without malice, and he has been fun for all of us to know. Chef Club (3); Vice-president of Junior (’lass (3); Discus- sion Club (3.4); Library Club (4); Intramurals (1.2. 3. 4); One-act Play (4). MARY LOU DOLAN—“Louie” “Always” When the last bell has stopped ringing, and the buzzer is about to sound, Mary Lou quickly steps into homeroom. We’ll always remember her for this. They say “Better late than never.’’ It certainly applies to “Louie.” She has always helped the class along, so that it might become an outstanding one. She is un- decided between two careers—business and teaching. After seeing her in the play, we feel she could go on the stage, too. Whatever the career, success should surely come to you, “Louie.” Junior Time (1); Junior High Chorus (1); Junior High Dramatics (1); One act Plava (1.2.4); Secretary of Fresh man Class (1); Library Club (2.3.4); Secretary of Sopho- more Class (2); Service Club (4); Intramurals (1.2. 3. 4). GLEN LA BARGE—“Porky” “No Love, No Nothing” Freckle-faced Glen with the quiet manner and ready smile is supposed to have evaded the “S. H. S. wolfesses” and devoted his outside interests to fishing and hunting. When Glen be- comes a successful salesman of sporting equipment, let’s hope he doesn’t ask if he can’t write his sales talk and hand it to the customer. And when he “pops the momentous question” we trust he’ll at least be able to say, “Will you?” More vocal power to you, Glen. Chef Club (3); Baseball (2): Intramurals (1.2. 3. 4) 13 “Sophisticated Lady JACQUELYN DREW—“Jacky” The name of “Jacky” might have a masculine sound to some ears, but to S. H. S. it brings thoughts of utter femininity in the person of the blue-eyed and dimpled Jacky Drew. On re- consideration, the phrase utter femininity does not quite apply —for on certain occasions she has been known to display great stubbornness and strength of mind supposedly missing in the “weaker” sex. In spite of her assertions that she will join a certain “Old-Maid Club,” we feel certain her future will soon lead to matrimony. Junior High Chorus (1.2): Junior Time (1): One-act Play (2): Sport Council (3); Library Club (3.4); Burgoyne Crier (3); Iniramurals (1,2. 3, 4); Schuyler Staff (4). WALTER LA VOY—“Walt' “All Apple for the Teachers” Walt seems to be one of the most travelled students of the class. Now', his most frequently visited place is Glens Falls, but we can all remember when Clarks Mills used to be his fa- vorite spot. However, Walt’s happiest moments seem to be in school amongst our many attractive senior girls—or should we say senior girl? Seriously, WaL has a great talent for draw- ing, and we know it is not all his interest in models either. Walt has not told us his future plans yet, but we are all sure he would make a good store clerk since he has had plenty of practice. Junior High Science Club (1): Junior High Dramatic (1): Vice-president of Freshman Class ( I ) ; One act Plays (1,2.4); Discussion Club (2); Vice president of Junior Class (3); Student Council (3); Service Club (3); Burgojne frier (3) ; Stamp and Bond Club (4); Co president of Student Council (4); President of Senior Class (4); Schuyler Staff (4) . VELMA GALUSHA—“Slats” “L ‘l Me Call You Sweetheart” Velma is one of those rare, lucky, individuals who possess a combination of many desirable traits: good looks, pleasant per- sonality, intelligence, and ambition. But perhaps we might ad- mit that she has one small defect in her make-up. That is her hesitancy in deciding between the several persistent applicants for her favor. Nevertheless, we believe that eventually she will conquer this fault and become an A plus wife as well as an A plus student. Student Council (2); One-act Plays (2.4); Junior Hi rh Dra- matics (1); Sports Council (1); Service Club (3.4); Li- brary Club (2.3.4); Secretary of Junior Class (3); Intro murals (1.2. 3. 4); National Honor Society (3.4); Schuyler Staff (4); Secretary of Senior (Mas (4). VERNON MINER—“Tokey” “I Didn’t Sleep a Wink Last Night” We thought we were going to lose Vernon this year to the Navy because he was undecided whether to leave before school closed in June or not. However, the Navy did the deciding for him and told him to finish school. All the teachers will tell you that Vernon is noted for always having the best reason for taking a test later than the set time for it. He usually man- ages to be some place else when the make-up tests come along, too. However, maybe the Admirals will listen to reason more willingly. Smooth sailing for the future, Vernon. Junior High Science Club (1): Junior Hit'll Orchestra (1) : Junior High Dramatics (1); Secretary of Freshman Class (1); Senior High Orchestra (2.3): Chef Club (3); Discus- sion Club (3); Intramurals (1.2.3). 14 MURIEL GERMAIN—“Pudge'' “Gobs of Love for the Navy” Muriel has always been rather quiet, but she has always been friendly, too. This trait has been shown by her inseparable companionship with Caroline Peehette and Marjorie Allen. In case any of you boys are interested, we hear she is an excel- lent cook. Of course, there is an incident of the lemon pie filling that wouldn't thicken, but we all make mistakes! Muriel plans to enter war work for the duration, at least. What her plans are for after the war, we do not know. Whatever they may be, Muriel, we wish you good luck. Junior Times (l); Junior High Chorus (1); Junior High Dramatics (1); New Driver’s Club (2); Glee Club (2); Burgoyne frier (.'I); Intrnmurnls (1.2, 3. 4). JOHN NEVINS—“IP hip pet “Why Don’t You fall in Love with Me” We know now that one's size does not govern one’s ability and determination. John is a good proof of our belief. He is one of the most persistent students of our class, and even though the going was sometimes tough, John never gave up. Now that you have reached your goal, we wish to congratulate you, John, and may your future be successful, too. Discussion Club (2,3); Treasurer fo Junior (lass (3); Chef Club (3). KATHERINE HEWITT—“Kate “My Silent Love” Kate is one of the quietest girls of the class, but she is as friendly as she is quiet. Her inseparable companionship with Kate Moody illustrates her loyalty as a friend. More than one boy is reported to have commented favorably this year on her good looks, but she manages to remain “Ice Cold Katie” to them. However, we prophesy that someone soon will discover that she has a heart capable of being melted. Warmest wishes for your happiness, Kate. Junior Times (I): Junior High ( horns (1); Glee Club (2): Library Club (3); Burgoyne Crier (3); Intramurals (1.3). VIOLET JOHANSON—“Vi “Smiles” When we hear a little giggle, we are quite sure it is Vi. The rumor has gone around that Vi is a charming little “Wolfess,” but we can’t remember any great struggles or any terrific dashes for the door from the pursued boys. In fact, we under- stand that she has attracted the attention of more than one “supposedly innocent” lower classman. With her attractive appearance and very pleasant voice, we feel she would make an excellent hostess. Best wishes, Vi. Junior High Dramatic� (1); Junior High Chorus (1); One- act Plays (1.2. 3. 4); Library Club (2.3,4); Secretary of Sophomore Class (2); Secretary of Junior Class (3); Service Club (3,4); Library Club (2.3.4); Schuyler Start' (4); Burgoyne Crier (3); Student Council (4); Intramurals (1, 2. 3. 4). 15 CATHERINE MOODY—“Kale” “A Gry Nam?d Joe” Catherine has a characteristic wh’ch s mc have, but Ml de-ire. She is extremely go id natured. She would certainly have to be such in order lo withstand Peg Na ale’s teas , ig. She has a very unusual, but also attractive, combination of brown eyes and blonde hair. We all laugh when we recall her attempt at the apple pie in Home Economic class. Ne er mind. Kate. Thev say “Practice makes perfect” and we think you’ll make an ideal “homebody.” Junior Times (1); Junior High Chorus (I); Library lu’ (3); Burgoyno Crier (3); Intiamurais (1,3). MARGARET NATALE—“Peggy” “Jumpin’ Jive” “Peggy” is the typical specimen for the three V’s—vim, vigor, and vitality. We’ll always remember Peggy’s love of conversa- tion, wherever she might be, especially in English class. Peggy was also very active in school sports, basketball being her fa- vori !e. She thinks she might like to become a nurse. We’re sure she is especially fitted for this because of her unfailing energy and pleasing personality. Junior High Dramatics (1); Junior Hi :h Chorus (1); Local History Club (2); Spons Council (3); Intramurals (1. 2. 3. 4). STEPHEN OSLICA—“Steve” “Please Think of Me” Steve is our only boy who has the honor of being an Eagle Scout, the goal of every Boy Scout. We know now that age does not make any difference with Steve as far as his interest in girls is concerned. We can remember when he had a certain “friendship” with a rural schoolteacher, but this year he seems to have his eye on a young freshman girl. It looks as if he is jumping from the grave to the cradle. Steve is thinking about going to college, and we are sure his interest is truly genuine— not merely as an interest in the co-eds. Successful “apple- polishing,” Steve. Junior Times (I); Junior High Dramatic� (1); One-act Plays (1.4); Soccer (1); Student Council (2.3); Burgoyno Crier (2): Jayvec Basketball (2.3); Jayvoe Baseball (2); Chef Club (3); Service Club (4); Stamp and Bond Club (4); Varsity Basketball (4); Intramurals (1.2. 3. 4): Schuyler Staff (4); Varsity Baseball (3). CAROLINE PECHETTE—“Kay” “Someday My Prince Will Come” Caroline is especially noted for her friendliness. Her pleasant smile and hearty laugh would stand out in any crowd. Caro- line has an outstanding sense of responsibility, which is a joy to all the teachers. She always does her work without being coaxed, urged, threatened, and compelled. Caroline has always tried to do her best in school, and we know she will do likewise as she goes on through life. Junior High Chorus (I); Burgoyno Crier (3); Intramurals (1. 2. 3. 4). 16 WILMA PH ILLI PS—“Phlip” “He’s My Guy” Wilma is the possessor of beautiful, naturally curly ash-blonde hair which covers a very good set of brains as well. What is more, those brains have been used which is not always the case among high school pupils. Wilma is not only a good student, but she has also been very active in the various school projects. Her plans are to go to college to study for a teaching role, but we may still ha e a surprise in store if she decides to follow her secret ambition. Here’s wishing for “straight shooting” to the heights of success. Junior Times (1); Junior High Dramatics (1); Sports Coun- cil (1.4); One-act Cays (1,2,4); Durgoyne Crier (2.3); Library club (2,3.4); Discussion Club (3); Service club (4); National Honor So. ietv (3.4); Intramurals (1.2. 3. 4) ; Schuyler Staff (4 ). ROBERT PHILLIPS—“Lightning” “Take It Easy” Bob was the most sought after boy this year. His secret—the locker keys were in his p «session. We also hear that his beau- tiful, dark, cuily hair is the envy of all the freshmen girls. Any teacher will tell you that Bob is noted for his dependability. Although he’s small and quiet, he’s always ready, and cheer- fully so, when there’s work to be done. Junior Times (1); Junior High Dramatics (1); President of Freshman Class (I); laical History Club (2); Discussion Club (2); Business Manager of Sophomore Class (2); Sports Council (3); Chef Club (3); Comanager of Jayvee Basket- ball (2); Co-manager ol Varsity Track (2); Service Club (4); One-act Play (4): Manager of Varsity Basketball (4); Intranuirals (1.4). DOROTHY RUSSELL—“Dot” “If, Love Love. Love” Dorothy is one who can keep her mind on two things at once with almost no trouble at all. Just a glance at her averages shows that she is interested in her studies. However, she must let her heart stray, for the mention of Kiska will bring forth a blush. Seriously speaking, Dot has been a great asset to our class. She has worked diligently throughout her high school years, and all of u are confident � hat she will be a success in any field of l;fe she may choose. Junior High Chorus (I); Library Club (2.3.4); filet 'iuh (1.2); Discussion Club (2.3); Intrainurals (1.2. 3. 4): Schuyler Staff (4); National Honor Socio y (4). RICHARD TOWNLEY—“Dick” “Have I Stayed Away Too Long?” Dick is our valedictorian this year, which is proof enough of his excellent marks and good work. We were all sorry to see him leave in December and were glad to hear of his promised return in the spring. It was very amusing to see the look on his face when everyo.ie, including his mother, yelled “Surprise” at his farewell party. Dick is getting a taste of the future coming to many of our boys soon while living with W.s father in the Army. We think Dick is destined for an engineering career, and to him we give our best wishes for success. Junior Times (1); Junior High Drain;� tics (1); Student Council (1); Soccer (1): Track (1); Lo a| History l b (2): Discussion Club (2.3); Chef Club (3); President of Junior (’Inns (3); Jayvee Basketball (2.3); Varsitx T a k (2); National Honor Society (3.4); Stud nt Council (4): Sports Council (4); Stamp and Bond Club (4); Service Club (4); Intramurals (1.2. 3. 4). 17 MILDRED W HITING—“Millie” ‘‘Better Not Boll Those Blue. Blue Eyes Millie is a verv quiet girl, I u! from all reports, we hear she gels around. She can always be recognized by her familiar giggle. Millie should get a palent on that giggle, don’t you think? One or her favorite pastimes is reading, so if any of you folks nee I a book report in a hurry, delve into Millie’s store of reading knowledge. Her pleasant disposition is hea ing her toward a nursing career. Whatever you do, Millie, never lose that happy-go-lucky bedside manner. Junior Hitch Chorus (1); Junior Hitch Dramatics (1): One- act Play (1) ; Junior Tim� s (1) ; Sports ( oun il (2): Dis- cussion ( tub (3); Intramurals (1. 2, 3. 4). VERNON TOWNS—“Fern” “Don’t Sweetheart Me” Although this year was his first on the varsity, Vernon has made us all proud of him with his ability. We’ll never forget the quizzical look on his face when he asked, “Eh, What say? Incidentally, he had a pretty tough time in balancing the Schuy- ler budget, but admits it surely was nice to be able to work with Miss Gannon. We think that working with you, Vern, would be pleasant, too. Junior Times (1); Vice-president of Sp-hoinore Class (2): Chef Club (3); Discussion Club (3); Treasurer of Junior Class (3); Service Club (4); Varsity Basketball (4); Intra murals (1.2. 3. 4); Schuyler Staff (4) ; Co president of Stu- dent Council (4): Vice president of Senior ('lass (4): Na- tional Honor Society (4). GLORIA WOOD—“Toot ’ “Star Eyes” Of the many girls in our class, Gloria claims the honor of being the youngest. Despite her youth, her attitude towards high school has been remarkable. In fact, she completed her four years in three and one-half years. Gloria is also a very quiet person, and even though she does not appear to have any in- terest in boys, we know that this is not true. Keep up your good school'work, Gloria. You were patterned for success! One act Play (2); Library Club (3.4); Intramurals (1.2. 3. 4). 18 4 PART HARMONY On the morning of September 3rd, 1940, the sun cautiously guided 61 pupils who were making their way to S. H. S. to begin 4 years of high school training together. Everyone was equally frightened as each read his name on the bulletin board stating to which room he was to report, room 10 under the supervision of Miss Healy, or room 11 with Miss White. But soon all fears were forgotten as everyone made friends with the pupils and teachers alike and began his schedule as a Freshman of the class of 1944. The first few months sped by, and soon all were wishing for some activity in order to get together as a class. Many suggestions were made, but finally a sleigh ride was decided upon, and it was held with great success. Junior High Parties were also being enjoyed, which may be credited to the fact that as Fresh- men we felt we could scornfully look down upon the 7th and 8th graders. The Junior High Student Council plays were also a great topic of conversation at this time. Room 10 chose as its drama “Mother’s Day Off,’’ and room 11, “Elmer Cleans I. p.’ As the time drew near for the plays to be given, everyone became nervous and excited, but the night finally arrived, and all went well. At once a new problem arose. We had all been looking forward to a Senior trip, and money had to be made. Everyone racked his brain, and a dance in the form of a Freshman Frolic was chosen. This proved a tremendous success as a contri- bution to our slowly rising funds and an excellent source of enjoyment. Suddenly June was upon us, and the time was approaching for our Junior High graduation. There was a rush for new’ clothes, and we all held our breaths until the list was posted stating who had made the grade. The anticipated night arrived and proved very warm, but we all went aw?ay feeling vastly superior as we were now entering “Senior High.” We started our second year in high school with high ideals. After talking the many gayeties of the summer over, we became absorbed in our work with a new zeal. We had many new ideas to discuss at our home room meetings held in rooms 15 and 9 under the supervision of Miss Healy, Miss Mesnig and Mr. Yaple, and a round and square dance was suggested as a means both of raising more funds, and of having a good time. This idea was accepted immediately, and we began to plan for the cccasion. The orchestra having been chosen, we decided to hold the event soon. The anticipated frolic arrived and was attended largely by pupils and adults alike. To square dance was something new to most of us, but finally we grasped the general idea and it proved very enjoyable. The dance also added greatly to the treasury, and our hopes began to soar. The next idea that presented itself was a play entitled “A Bird’s Eye View of Mabel.” The cast fussed and fumed, and at the last minute our leading actor, Walter LaVoy, became ill, and a substitute had to be produced quickly. After a few days of suspense for the remaining cast, the stand-in, Douglas Bean, learned his lines and performed for the matinee, but soon our hero became well enough to lend his talents for the evening. 19 At this time our country was facing a critical paper shortage, and our school participated in a paper drive. Keen competition arose, and everyone excitedly watched the numbers grow until the fight remained between grade 8 and the Sopho- mors in room 15, under the direction of Miss Healy. Each pupil worked earnestly, and the day before the winner was to be announced all practically tore up their books to add a few extra pounds; we must admit that a few welcomed this as an excellent excuse for accomplishing a past dream. The winner was announced, and we lost by about 500 pounds which was definitely a blow to our 10th grade vanity. Soon June arrived, and we again “crammed” and pushed our way a little farther up the scale of knowledge until we could be called Juniors. September 1942 came with a rush of gay sunshine, and assigned to rooms 15 and 14 under the leadership of Miss Healy and Miss Duby respectively, we eagerly continued our studies in the third year of high school. The first great event of the season was the choosing and purchasing of our Junior rings. There was much con- troversy over the style to be chosen, but we finally agreed to have two different rings from which to choose. A great interval of eager waiting elapsed until the anticipated rings arrived, but when they finally came, we thought they were the best ever and still look at them with pride and joy. The school had decided to purchase a motion picture camera, and each class was asked to contribute its share. As a means of attaining our goal we undertook a Minstrel Show, both written and produced by the class. Much preparation was made for this event, and the da'e was set for March 17th. At the last moment an epidemic of colds grasped the cast, and the show had to be postponed until the fol- lowing week. Finally, the night arrived and we presented the minstrel. The audi- ence was great, and I imagine some are still wondering how we persuaded the black coloring to come off. Th;s event more than produced our quota for our contribu- tion and added a little more to our funds. The next plan we undertook wa? a Junior Prom with Richard Townley chair- man. We followed no definite plan for our decoration scheme but used flowers that were in season. The Stephen Gitto orchestra played; the dancers and the guests enjoyed a colorful and pleasant evening. Our class slowly dwindled this year, and it was at this time that we learned that we were going to lose one of our best friends, Miss Healy. It was then we realized that she had seen us through all our troubles as a class, and wc knew that she would always live in our memory as a grand teacher and friend. 1944 saw our class of 32 veiy nonchalantly enter room 15 as the present seniors of Schuylerville High School. We had reached our goal! Our final chapter of class history was to begin, and we immediately made a new friend in our adviser, Miss Sickler. George Canzeri soon left our class and joined the United States Navy. We regretted his going, but we all wished we had the chance. At present we are making plans for our greatly anticipated graduation day. We realize that very soon all of us will be going into the world, some to serve their country until we again have a full and permanent democracy, and yet others to begin a chosen vocation. However, we have the consolation that we are leaving behind four grand years of “S. H. S.” together, years which will remain as a guide to our future accomplishments as the Alumni of this fine school. 20 —Doris Bean ’44 MUSIC OF TOMORROW Tired after a day of general duty at the Johns Hopkins Hospital, where I had been working hard on the case of a superannuated schoolteacher, I hurried home to set my mind on pleasanter matters and to take a good rest. 1 set my alarm clock and lazily crawled into bed. In the background, I could hear the sweet melody of that favorite song, “As Time Goes By ’ and presently I found myself listening to the famous opera singer, Doris Bean. She and Frank Swoonata held the top bill- ings. Doris’s singing brought about as many masculine grunts of approval, as they applauded her, as Frank’s brought feminine shrieks and sighs. I was so excited after hearing Doris that I rushed to her dressing room in hopes that we might reminisce about our high school days. She told me that Doug had profited through his participation in plays at high school and was now co- starring with Shirley Temple in a famous Hollywood production. I accepted an invitation to spend the night with Doris with the promise that the following day we would continue our recollections while touring the city. The next morning I was awakened early by a startling noise and was curious to know what it was. When Doris told me it was the milkman, Ronald Hunt, 1 asked the maid to have him wait. Ronald didn’t seem to mind this as the maid was just an unsophisticated person whom he would like to take back to the farm with him. In no time at all, I found myself asking numerous questions. Ronald said that he and Joe Biss owned a large dairy just outside of the city which supplied thousands of people with the necessary amount of milk. Joe was also very handy at repairing machinery and as a result had established a machinery clinic. Farmers from va- rious parts of the state patronized him, and the business proved very profitable. Ronald told me that Glen LaBarge had secured a patent for a new five piece orchestra. It consisted of five instruments centered about a piano. When the notes were played on the piano, the same notes were played on all the other instruments. Ii was a very complicated invention, the principles known only by Glen. We came to the conclusion that he obtained these elaborate ideas while dozing in history class. After Ronald left, I went with Doris to have her hair done. It was Doris’s first visit to this particular beauty salon, and one could imagine our surprise when we discovered it was owned and operated by Jacky Drew and Betty Brewer! Jacky, we discovered, was excellent at designing new hair styles while Betty’s manicuring ability proved to be superb. They said that they often dined with Muriel Germain and Caroline Pechette. Muriel was now a dress designer, well-known by many of the celebrities of New York. She often designed clothes for the various stage plays. Caroline, an interior decorator, planned decorative schemes for many prominent places. One of the most exciting incidents of her career was when she was asked to decorate a “swanky” night club. Upon her arrival there, Caroline discovered the proprietor to be none other than Steve Oslica! His place was very successful and was one of the main centers of attraction in the big Metropolis. By that time, Doris was ready to leave, and we said “goodbye” and hurried on. We soon approached a library, and immediately Doris had a desire to get a book. We were amazed at the thousands of books inside this huge building and didn't know quite which way to turn. Suddenly, we heard a soft voice, “What kind of a book would you like?” We turned quickly, and there before us, stood Dorothy Rus- sell. Doris completely forgot what she was after as we talked on and on, asking hundreds of questions. Dot told us how helpful her membership in the Library Club back at good old S. H. S. had been. “By the way,” she continued, “I hear that Wilma Phillips and Walter LaVoy are back there teaching. The first graders just adore Wilma for her patience and interest in them. Walt is conducting an art class which he always thought was an essential. He is teaching it in coordination with the study cf English as he always felt the necessity of dual work in classes.” Time passed quickly, and soon Doris and I found ourselves on the go again. As we walked down the Library steps, we met a familiar figure. We quickly decided it was Dick Townley, and there we were, talking to h m. Dick, we learned, had followed in his father’s footsteps and was now the principal of a large high school in New York. When he told us that Marjorie Allen was a very competent secretary at the same school, we were somewhat astonished. It seems that several of our classmates were putting to good advantage the cooperative spirit that had developed as classmates in old S. H. S. He told us, too, that Therese Cormie was manager of “The Cormie Hotel” over on 42nd Street. So off we went to see Therese. Both of us were tired from walkinr; so we decided to hire a heliocopter which had now taken the place of taxicabs. We were seated, waiting for the driver when we heard a couple of people talki g. Neither of us seemed to have forgotten vhe voice we heard, and glancing up, saw Vernon Towns as he jumped into the helio- copter. In no time at all, Vernon was telling us about his experiences and some of our school friends he had seen recently. We could hardly believe our ears when Vernon said that Bob Phillips had pevfec'ed a way of making synthetic rubber and was arriving the next day at Vernon’s heliocopter garage to demonstrate its use for making tires. Soon we found ourselves ascending in o Ihe air, and Vernon decided to take us for a little ride before taking us to the hotel. We flew over a large park where we saw a group of horseback riders. Vernon satisfied our curiosity by telling us that the journalist, Mary Lon Dolan, had written a long article on its importance for exercise. On recalling English classes, we knew full well that Mary Lou pos- sessed the ability to write interesting accounts. Doris and I were both veiy skeptical about riding in a heliocopter and jokingly asked Vernon if he had good insurance. “Sure,” he answered, “Bob Fremont fixed me up with an excellent policy.’ Shortly, we foun 1 oursel es at ‘ The Cormie Hotel” and having said goodbye to Vernon, dashed in to see Therese. On entering the door, whom should we meet but hostess Violet Johanson. She said Therese would be in shortly and would we have lunch with her while we waited. Doris and I read the menu which, to our surprise, stated that Winn'e Brown, famous dietitian, had prepared it. Theiese arrived and happily announced that she had just seen Mildred Whiting and Margaret Natale. Peggy was si.uated at the city’s leading information bureau. Thus we discovered that her friendly nature and natural talkativeness she revealed in school was a great advantage in her position. Mildred was there seeking informa- tion as to where the Metropoli an PlaygT uni was located. She had just arrived from Schuyler.ille to take over the supervis on of it. After visiting with the gills, Doris and 1 shopped until it was time for dinner which we had at Doris's apartment. We only had time for a “Dagwood” sandwich as Dor's had to go to rehearsal. As I picked up the jar of “Two Catherines’” salad dressing, I noticed in big letters the names 1 Hewitt and Moody.” I was not sur- prised to see that they were still together and had devised this delicious dressing. Doris turned on the ia lio for a little luncheon music, but instead, we heard a voice, accompanied by a banjo and singing something about “Doggie Woggie Flea Soap.” The announcer said that the program had been presented to us by Vernon Miner under the sponsorship of the “John Nevins Soap Company.” I wearily strolled along the street after leaving Doris at rehearsal when someone shouted, “Hi there.” There sat Don Hathaway in front of the fireman’s station. He proudly showed me the equipment and announced that he was Fire Chief. I was not too surprised at his becoming a fire chief for didn’t he show a remarkable interest in fiances way back in Schuylerville High? lie was just askirg me about my work when the alarm rang. I was all set to go to the fire with Don when I discovered it was merely my own alarm clock. My dream was shattered, and it was just the beginning of another day’s work at ihe Johns Hopkins Hospital. —Velma Galusha ’44 SWAN SONG I lie esteemed class of 1944 being of sound mind iany prejudiced remarks of the faculty to the contrary) we do solemnly, as is our natural manner, will and bequeath the following assets to the underprivileged and delinquent juniors who, blinded, must follow in our path of blazing glory: Marjorie Allen leaves her neatness to Margaret McGowan and Mary Young who we are sure are quite capable of carrying on in her place. Doris Btltin wants Mary Booth and Ann Rogers to profit by her policy of “Silence is golden.” Honest! Douglas Bean wishes to give his ingenuity in keeping clear of girls to Curtis Bauer who has done pretty well so far. Smart boys! Joseph Biss gives the prominence his name has achieved in study hall and classes to Robert Sanders and Richard Hudson. They could use a little more pub- licity, you know. Betty Brewer leaves her charming personality to two deserving junior girls, Theresa Obie and Elsie Cook. Winifred Brown, one of our petite seniors, we are sure would he glad to divide her Marines and Sailors between Ruth Wendell and Theresa DeGrechie. We only hope these two Juniors don’t get into mortal combat over the division. Teresa Connie is sure Ruth Willette would like her coveted stand at the end of the hall. Rm. 16 is there. (Nice position, huh, girls?) Mary Lou Dolan leaves Eileen Nevins as the only remaining Social Lion in S. H. S. Jacquelyn Drew leaves her ingenious hair styles and unusual earrings to Hazel Garnsey. We are sure Don L. will like them! Robert hremont gives to Earl Derby his position in Falvey’s Newsroom. Bet Earl will never be the bookworm Bob is, though! Velina Calusha knows that Henry Brownell will do justice to her depend- ability. But can he live up to her popularity with the opposite sex? Donald Hathaway leaves his Buick to Herbert DeGarmo. Herb says he need it to lake the basketball team’s girls to all the games. However, Don is not quite certain whether he should leave him Lillian. How about it, Herb? Katherine Heivitt gives to Anna Melaga her reputation for demureness. Anna already has quite a start in that direction. Ronald Hunt, one of our wittiest personalities, has decided that Ray Young would like his clever remarks and actions and constant source of entertainment in class. However, Ronald's teachers seem quite willing that Ronald, upon leaving the school, should keep this choice item for himself and take it far awav from the halls of S. H. S. Violet Johanson. with the flirtatious smile and gleam in her eye. wants Mary Alice Harris to maintain her place with Robert O'Brien. We hope Bob will ap- preciate this. 23 Glen Im large wants John McCarty to fill in the space on the bench left by him. We hope Jack has better luck than Glen did. Walter J. lAiVoy, Jr. wants Eugene Periard to use his argumentative ability to its fullest extent. Gene has shown striking tendencies in that line. Vernon Miner leaves his daily trips to Greenwich to Denton VanderPoel who we hear likes the Greenwich direction pretty well too. Catherine Moody leaves Joseph Ruff. Period! Margaret hiatale would like Jane Duby to use her donated vim and vitality to cheer our Basketball team to Victory. Boy, does the team need it! John Nevins thinks that his sister, Alice, could use his average beautifully to make her 90’s even one hundreds. Steven Oslica leaves to John Riordan and Guy Corsetli a partnership in his Exclusive Wolf Club. Blonde or Brunette, girls? Take your pick! Caroline Pechette and Muriel Germain are sure that Elizabeth Corsetli and Edith Garnsey will continue their successful plan of working together and their un- breakable friendship. Robert Phillips gives his speediness to the similarly energetic Charles Booth, and to Lester Stiles he bequeaths the coveted guardianship of the locker keys, that golden opportunity to leave, at least temporarily, a hated class. Wilma Phillips leaves to Phil Gagnon a little of her alertness in the classroom. Not that she doesn’t daydream loo; she just chooses a more suitable location. Richard Taumley thinks his red hair would be liked by Malcolm Hughes and George Pratt if only his ambition went with it. On second thought, they don’t need the red hair! Vernon Towns wills the popularity of his seat on the school bus to either Arthur Charrcn or Harry Duket, whichever one can as successfully lure the right person into the next seat. It ought to be a close contest, boys. Dorothy Russell leaves her A-plus report card to Marlin Munson who has been looking around for a suitable one. Mildred Whiting wants Joseph Cartwright to use her giggle to its best advan- tage. Joe has been practicing on this attribute already. Gloria Wood believes that her “Star Eyes” should go to Mildred Willette so that she may light the way for Richard Ehvell to do his homework when he takes her out nights. Dick has to do something, doesn’t he? Signed, sealed and delivered this 2Jth day of April, nineteen hundred and forty-four. 21 —Jacquelyn Drew, Testatrix LULLABY LOVERS 1. “Peg” Natale 2. “Vi” Johnnson 3. Muriel Germain 4. Betty Brewer 5. Catherine Moody 6. Caroline Pochette 7. John Nevins S. Marjorie Allen 9. “Vern” Towns 10. “Mike” Hunt 11. Wilma Phillips 12. “Walt” I.aVoy 13. Velma Gatusha 14. Doris Doug Bean 15. “Joe” Biss 16. “Jaoky” Drew 25 JITTERBUG JUMPERS 26 27 JUNIOR CLASS Row 1: Garnsey. H.; Young. M.; Willette. R.; Willette. M.; Duket. H.; O’Brien, R.; McCarty. J.; Klwell, R.: Garnsey. K.; Melagn. A.: Cornett i, K. Row 2: Sanders. R.; Roger� . A.; Cook. L; Obie, T.; DeGre-hie. T.: Duby. .1.; Harris. M. A.: Nevins, A.; Wendell, R.; McGowan. M.; Booth. M.; Mrs Klwell. Row 3: Gagnon. P.; Riordan, J.; Corsetti. G.; Cartwright. .1.; Charron. A.; Booth. C.; VanderPoel. I).; Derby, K.; Hudson, R.; Ruff. J.; Stiles, L. Row 4: Brownell. H.; Pratt. G.; Munson. M.: Young. R.; DeGarmo. H.; Periard. B.; Hughes. M. This year the class of '45 entered its third year of high school with Mrs. El- well as home room adviser. The Junior home room is room 12, study hall. The Junior class ofTcers are: President ----- Robert O’Brien Vice-president - - - - Richard Elwell Secretary ----- Harry Duket Treasurer ----- Jack McCarty Student Council Representatives— Edith Garnsey Curtis Bauer During the year the Junior class suffered manv losses. The death of Howard Hespelt was deeply felt by the whole class. R re Sherman moved away, and Cath- erine Kelly, Wayne Lang, and Elnora Pratt all secured permanent employment out- side of school. The Junior boys partic:pated in Ihe inter-class games. They were defeated once but made a great victory the second time. In December we purchased our class rings which are liked by all. Our greatest event of the year was our one-act play entitled “Pa’s New House- keeper.’’ It was coached by Miss Myers and won us second place in the Student Council competition. 29 —Harry Duket ’45 SOPHOMORE CLASS Row 1: Sin-hia, C.: Wilcox. A.; Sonn. E.: Took. R.; Boyce. L.; Seney. A.; DeGartno. L.; Sails, R.: Walsh. H.; Fremont. M.; Nadeau. E. Row 2: Miss Ter pen in jt; Coffin. E.; Boyce. F.; Clark. D.; Gladdina. W.; Flatley. J.; Stewart. R.: Dunphy, J.; Garnsey. G.; Brownell. H.; DeVoe. J. Row 3: O’Boyle. A.; Crandall. L.; Morrill, li.; Myers. R.: Green. G.; Myers. W.; Hammond, E.: Wood. M.; Bruce. R.; Pratt. T. At the beginning of the year the Sophomores, with room 16 as homeroom, Miss Terpening as adviser, elected officers as follows: President - Vice-president - Secretary - - - Treasurer..................... Student Council Representatives— Orville Quick Arthur Seney Lillian Boyce Robert Sails Helen Walsh Tom Pratt Later in the year Orville Quick moved away and Lindley DeGarmo was elected to take his place. The Sophomore class took part in various activities during the year. We were especially interested in a series of basketball games which were sponsored by us. The class also held two dances. We were all very proud of our sophomore play, “Mrs. O’Leary’s Cow,” under the direction of Mr. Stanton, which was one of our main events of the year. Although we missed some of our former classmates this year and lost during the year Doris Davis, Henry Brown, Bernard Haley, Wesley Martin and Robert Swartwout, we also welcomed a newcomer, Wes Gladding. We have thoroughly enjoyed our sophomore year but are eagerly looking forward to becoming the Junior Class. 30 —Lillian Boyce ’46 FRESHMAN CLASS Row 1: Veldcrs. J.; Welzanuk. A.; Cooney, L.: Youn?. T : Larmon, C.; Mias Brignola; Mi� Gannon; Melagu. M.; Hutches. J.; Ryan. A!.; Hebert. T Row 2: Corsctti. .1.; Moody. R : Hall J.; Whiling. .T ; Miner, .T ; Peria-d. T ; T,«Barge. E.: Natale. M. L.; Lnngdon. K.: Miliis, M.; Mulvihill. K.; Ho nr� n, K ; Sullivan, K ; Sanders, J. Row H: Pett, N.; Bena. J.: Brown. P.; Hewitt. J.; Willette, P : Haas. P.. Pensko, M.: Miner. R.: Lee. A.; Hopkins. E.; Hunt. B.: Worth, M.: Springer, G.; Barton. D. Th's year the Freshman class was divided into two rooms. The girls are in Loom 14 with Miss Gannon as home room adviser. The officers are: President ----- Eldora Castle Vice-president - Mildred Melaga Secretary....................Joyce Hughes Treasurer.............................Mary Ryan Student Council Representative - Julia Hewitt Th's year Room 14 has played a few baskelball games against eighth grade girls. We have also sponsored a few dances and are at present looking forward to the Freshman Frolic as rur big event of the ear. —Joyce Hughes ’47 The Freshman boys are twenty-four in number. The class officers are: President ----- Robert Martin Vice president ----- David Larmon Secretary ----- Theron Young Treasurer..........................Leo Cooney Student Council Representative - James Corsetti The freshman boys’ team, called The Freshman Five, has played three basket- ball games with the Eighth Grade Terrors of which we have won two and lost one. Our class has Miss Brignola as teacher, Room 11 as homeroom. Its chief social event, a dance in the gymnasium, was very successful. —Theron Young ’47 HI EIGHTH GRADE How 1: Massengale. R.; Pratt. J.; Brown. A.; Thomas, B.: I)uby, M.; McRae. J.; DeLuca. I..; Mezera. .J. How 2: Bauer. H ; ( romie. K ; Took. H ; Kin� , P.; Nardelli. Rogers. K.: Element. W.; Keele.v, W.; Miss Myers. How 3: MilUams, S.; Baine. V.; Drew. M.; Garnsey, H.; Falsone. A.; Booth. R. Canzeri. J.; O'Brien. J.; Rung. •!. H.; H. ; Peters. Myers, E.; Watson. A.; I. 'Keuyer. H ; Toohey. J.; Dolan. M.; SEVENTH GRADE Row 1: Row 2: Row 3: RulT. J.; Turcot te. M.; Booth. M.; Hewitt. P.; Klwell. M.; Mrs. N.; Gagne, N.; Wilcox, E.; Hewitt. I . Mulvihill, F.; Mullen. M.; Cooney. ! .; Trombley. .1 ; Dang. H.; (.arnRey, K.; VanDewerker. .7.; Mathis. B. L.; O'Brien. .1. Shippey. D.; Bullard, D.; Robbins. V.; Stewart. R : Mabb Martin. D. Early; Bullard. Kteenburgh. J.; R.; Miller. 0.; .1.; Hughes. Nevins. 0.; Lang. W.; : 2 SIXTH GRADE Row 1: Pratt. Moody. DKnowlton. S.; Burton. B.; Mullen. R.; Drew. .1.; Coffin. .1.; Peters. J.: Worth. I).; Cromie, A.; Squire� , B.; Cook. M.; Cornett i. I).; Coffin K. Row 2: Derby, K.; Copeland. B.; Mezera. K.; Hughes. R ; DeMarco. .1 ; Ramsden, S ; Seney. M.; Ruck. M ; Brennan. O.: Miner, I .; Almy. P.: Young, A : Hutchinson, M.; Burnham, Y. FIFTH GRADE Row l: O’Brien. D.; Cook. A.; Millett. B. .1.; Garnsey, A.: Sirehia, l .; Allen. J,; Klwell. G.; Sullivan. C.; Hushes. R.; Burton. Smith, B.: Grant. M.: L'Eeuyer. C.; Wood. M.: Hayes, J.; Miner, R.; Colvin. F. Row 2: Sirehia, T.; Nevins. W.; Gagne. I).; Punt, R.; Gardner. D.; Bean. G.; Gagne. D.; Gagne, .1.; Hill, D.; Dornan. L.; Pharmer, A.; Plainer. C.; Nevins. R.; Reed. .1.; Gagne. R.; Hewitt. G. 33 FOURTH GRADE Row 1: Hebert. L.: Garnsey, Z.; Cook. .1.; Cooney. McCarty, I ; Garnsey, A.; Rooke, l .; Wood. F. Row 2: Farrell. M.; McRae, K.; Davis. B.; Myers. M.; Smith. W.; Massengale. T.; Mabb. L.; Morehouse, K.; Serb� . P. ffiffimirnmitm THIRD GRADE Row 1: AI my. J.; Hutchinson. E.; Clement, C.; Ramsden. I� .; Law. H.; Sullivan. I .; Mulvihill. M.; Garnsey, J.; Squires. M.; Cormie, M.; Gagne, H.; Mulvihill, T.; Elwell. B.; Colvin. G. Row 2: Massengale. B. J.; Brown. R.; Burton. J.; Driscoll. K.; IMutner. C.; Mabb. I.; Macintosh. P.; Finch, A.; O'Boyle. L: Hewitt. K.; Booth. V.; Almy, A.; Drew. Y.; Sanders. R.; Millett. H. 31 SECOND GRADE Row 1: Garnsey, G.; Blanchard, P.; Mabb. G.: Horan, ! .; Cormie. .7.; Almy, P.; Nevlns. .7.; Pochette, C.; Wood. ! .; Muzikar. P.: Myers, .7. Row 2: Smith, G.; Martin. R.; Villa. T.; Fisher. L.; Worth. .7.; Peek. L.; Mosher. R.; Corsetti. .7.; Toleman, .7.; Dickinson. R. FIRST GRADE Row 1: Row 2: Mullen, C.; Drew. S.; Ruff. J.; Worth. .7.; Squires, linms, B.; Almy, W.; Noel. A.; Cheney, B.; Booth. S.; Squires, P.; MasBengale, R. Clement. M.; Heffernan, L.; Drew. T.; Dor nan, B.; Allen. M. A.; Stanton, F.; Bellenger. D.; Vickers. Grechie. E.; Archer. K.; Reed. E.; Molloy. K. A. II.; LeMieux, E.; Young. P.; Wil- Obie. O.; Pcehette. H.; Hamlin. W.; Cromie, R.: Driscoll. .7.; Hill, C.; J.; Milligan, E.; Burch. R.; De- 35 37 SENIOR STUDENT COUNCIL Row 1: Walsh, H.; Johanson, V.; Miss Sickler; Gamsey, E. Row 2: Towns, V.; Pratt, T.; LaVoy, W. The Senior Student Council was under the direction of Miss Sickler this year. We discussed many things. Our main and most successful event of the year was the three one-act play contest which we sponsored. The Senior, Junior and Sopho- more classes participated with profit and enjoyment to each. The following officers served: Co-President........................Walter LaVoy Co-President - - - Vernon Towns Vice-President ----- Richard Townley Secretary ----- Violet Johanson Treasurer...........................Curtis Bauer —Violet Johanson’44 39 SERVICE CLUB Row 1: Cormie, T.; Phillips, W.; Galusha, V.; Miss Myers; Dolan, M. L.; Bean, Doris; Johanson, V. Row 2: O’Brien, R.; Boyee, L.; Oslica, S.; Bean, Douglas; Harris, M. A.; Fremont, R.; Phillips, R. Service Club, whose motto is “Cleanliness, Courtesy, Co-operation and Con- trol,” is for the benefit of those who wish to render service to Schuylerville High School. During the past year, under the direction and supervision of Miss Elizabeth Myers, the Service Club has flourished. Many new members were admitted into the club. The annual Red Cross drive, under the direction of this club, surpassed the usual fund of previous years. The members of the Service Club act as hall monitors and slip collectors. The officers are as follows: President - Velma Galusha Vice-president...........................Paul Boivin Secretary 40 Mary Lou Dolan —Mary Lou Dolan ’44 GIRLS’ AND BOYS’ LIBRARY CLUB Row 1: Wood, G.; Phillips, W.; D iket, H.; Hunt, R.; Bean, Douglas; Miss Ter- pening; Bean, Doris; Brewer, B.; Galusha, V.; Johanson. V.; Drew, J. Row 2: Fremont, M.; WaLh. H.: Carnsey, H.; Booth. M.; Dolan, M. L.; Wendell, R; Clark, D.; Russell. I).: Boyce, L.; McGowan, M.; Nevins, A.; Brownell, H.; Boyce, F.; Sonn, E.; W’illette, R.; Melaga, A Row 3: Sanders. R.; DeGarmo, L.; Periard, E.; Hammond, E.; Myers, R.; Hudson, R.; Myers, W.; Munson, M.; Flatley, J.; Pratt, G. Under the direction of Miss Vera Terpening the Library Clubs have had a suc- cessful year. For the first time the boys have also had a club, holding separate meet- ings, but sharing fully in their own turn the regular work of the Club. Many new books arrived in the Pbrary this year. These books had to be made ready for the students’ use. The looks had to be collated, and the pages had to be counted. Then, cards, card pockets and date due slips had to be inserted in the books. A student librarian would sit at a table in study hall and check out magazines. Another library club member would help Miss Terpening in the library in her free periods. The meetings were made more interesting by library contests and quizzes. Officers in the Girls’ Library Club are: President................................Doris Bean Vice-president.......................Betty Brewer Secretary.........................Velma Galusha Officers in the Boys’ Library Club are: President ------ Douglas Bean Vice-president - Ronald Hunt Secretary............................Harry Duket —Mary Lou Dolan ’44 —Douglas Bean ’44 II SENIOR DISCUSSION CLUB Row 1: Young, M.; Obie, T.; Miss Sickler; DeGrechie, T.; Sirchia, C. Row 2: Wilcox, A.; Biss, J.; Hunt, R.; Hammond, E.; Nadeau, E. Miss Doris Sickler is in charge of the Senior Discussion Club of ten mem- bers. A meeting is held the third week of every month during which current events are discussed. Topics we have discussed for this year are: the political groups of China, Greece and Yugoslavia and the battle fronts of Italy and Russia. The war in the Pacific has also been an interesting subject. We have also had two quizzes to see what we knew about the war. The students have obtained much information at these meetings. Leading men of which some students never had heard and places that were unknown to them as to location have been studied with interest. The Club is enjoyed by all and has been very successful this year. —Ronald Hunt ’44 42 STAMP AND BOND CLUB Row 1: Duket, H.; Bean, D.; Miss Gannon, Osllca, S.; Fremont, R. Row 2: Munson, M.; DeGarmo, L.; LaVoy, W.; Periard, E.; Flatley, J. Under the supervision of Miss Helen Gannon, the Stamp and Bond Club was formed to promote the sale of stamps and bonds. The club consists of selected Sopho- more, Junior and Senior boys whose duty is to sell stamps and bonds to grades 7 through 12 each Friday afternoon. The members have to check all rooms and find if the money received balances with the sales. Largely through the efforts of club members, each home-room achieved a GO per cent goal; thus giving the school the honor of flying a School-At-War Flag. The officers are as follows: President - - - - - Douglas Bean Vice-president.............................Steven Oslica Secretary............................Harry Duket The Stamp and Bond Club appears very promising considering this is the first year of its existence. —Douglas Bean ’44 43 SPORTS COUNCIL Row I: RuT. .1.; Drrby. R.; Corset ti, K.; Phillips. W.; Hathaway. I .: Brewer. B.; Charron. A.; Willette, K.; Hebert. T.; Tureo� te, M. Row 2: Mezera. J.; Hall. J.; Brownell. H : Robbins. V.; Hughes. N.; Bruce. R.; Rugg, J. H.; (’lament, W.; Myers. K.; Bonn. K.: .Mrs. VanDerwerker. JUNIOR DISCUSSION CLUB Ilow 1: Row 2: Row 3: Row 4 : Wilcox. K.; Mullen. M.; Do Luca. L.: Mrs. Early; Ccrsetti. J.; I uby. M.; Drew, M.; Hewitt, P.; Mulvihill, F.; Cooney. 1).; Velders. .1.; Mathis, B. L. Brown, A.; Pratt, .1.; King. I’.; Rogers. K.; Xardelli. R.; Miner. .1.; La Barge. E.; Cook, H. ,L.; McRae. J.; Watson. A.; Ho.Tnian. E.; Hughes, J.. L’Ecuyer, R.; Baine. W.; Larmon. I).; Brown. P.; Thomas, B.; Haas. P.; Hewitt, .7.; Worth, M.; Peters. Ci.; Toohey. J.; Miner. R.; Cooney. L. Falsone, A.; Peti. N.; Cromie. R.; Sullivan. K.; Sanders. J.; Springer. (!.; Bena. .T.: Dolan. M.; Young. T.; Bullard. D.; Elwell, M.; Moody. R.; Massengnle, R.; O’Brien. .7.; Booth, R.; Bauer. R. 14 JUNIOR HIGH DRAMATICS CLUB Row 1: O’Brien, Janet; Velders. J.; Mulvihill. F.; Mullen. M.; Booth, M.; DeLum. L.; O’Brien. John; Pensko, M.; Hebert. T.; Trombley, J.; Mathis. B. L.; Cooney, I� .; Turcot te. I . Row 2: Ruff, J.; Massentrale. R.; Klwell. M.; Mezera. J.; Moody. R.; Bena. J.; Garnsey. K.; Miner, J.; Hoffman. K.; Welzanuk. A.; Nardelli, R.; Cromie. R.; Shipper. I� .; Canze'ri, J.: Sanders. J.; Derby. R.; Sullivan. K : Miss Myers Row ;i: Brown, A.; Pratt, J.; Cook. H. L; Duby. M.; McRae. J.; Thomas. B.; Hughes. X.; Myers. K.; VanDewerker. J.; Millis. M ; Lane. H.; Rogers. E.; Hunt. B.; 1 .anted on. K.; Mulvi bill. K. Row 4: Peters. «.; Ryan. M.: Worth. M.; Mablt, R.: Stewart. R : : Pelt. N.: Bailie. W ; Haas P.; Larmon. I).; Rusk. J. H.: Cooney. I, ; Young. T.: Milbr. O.; Oarnaev, R.; Robbins. V.; Dolan. M.; Booth. R.; ('lenient. V.; Keeley, V.; Hauer, R. JUNIOR HIGH STUDKNT COUNCIL Row 1: Wilcox. E.; Miner. R.: Mrs. Early: Hughe . J.; Brown. I . Row 2: Corset ti. J.: Bullard.. I).: Hewitt. J.: Toohey, J.: King. I . � O BASKETBALL VARSITY AND CHEERLEADERS Row l: O’Brien. R.: Towns. V.; Hlatley. J.; McCarty. J.; Oslira. S.; Myers. R.: Bauer. C ; Gladding. ; Hathaway. I).: Bruce. R. Row 2: Derby. K.; Boyce. F.: Garnaey, H.: Harris, M. A.; Boyce. L.; Duby. J.; Brewer. B.: Bonn'. K.; Fremont. M.; Sirchia. ; Phillips. R.; Mr. Stanton. Once again the curtain has been drawn over another basketball season for Coach Stanton’s Black Horses. After our first encounter with the Ballston Five, many townspeople believed that we had as good, if not a better, team than last season. Their first victory put the Black Horses in a tie with Burnt Hills and South High for first place with one win and no losses. However, after this win, hard luck hit the Black Horses when their first strong, tall center. Howard Hespelt, died suddenly. His death was followed by the enlistment of another “Stantonman,” George “Zeke” Canzeri, into the Navy. Dick Townley, a second strong man, made the third varsity player to leave when he joined his father in Arkansas. Things looked pretty grim for Coach Stanton’s squad now. At the beginning of the season, only one veteran from last year’s varsity returned, and now the entire squad consisted of new campaigners. However, the Horses showed much fighting spirit and played excellent ball despite their newness. Things look pretty bright for the 1944-45 squad. Returning for another cam- paign under Coach Francis Stanton are: “Steve” Oslica, “Don” Hathaway, “Bob” OBrien, “Wes” Gladding, “Dutch” Myers, “Curt” Bauer, “Jack” McCarty, “Artie” Seney, “Jce” Flatley, “Red ’ Hughes, Rae “Dean” Morrill, “Bob” Bruce, and “Will” Myers. We are all looking forward to seeing the Black Horses come out a championship team next season. Season’s Scores Schuy. Opp. BaPston Spa 26 24 South High 31 71 Hoosick Falls 29 28 Burnt Hills _ __ 26 35 Hoosick Valley — _ 32 30 Greenwich 24 35 Stillwater __ 13 40 Ballston Spa 23 21 Burnt Hills 27 55 South High 32 55 Hoosick Falls °0 24 Hoosick Valiev 21 30 Stillwater 40 37 Greenwich 26 28 —Robert Fremont 44 46 BASEBALL TEAM Row 1: Phillips, R.; Greenwalt, R.; Nadeau, D.; McCarty, J.; Oslica, S.; O’Brien, T.; Canzeri, G.; Corsetti, J. Row 2: Rooke, H.; Haley, T.; Almy, A.; Hespelt, H.; Spinks, W.; Sherman, C.; Mr. Stanton. Coach Stanton’s baseball team had a seasonal record of 2 wins and 5 losses, but the squad was really much better than the record proved. Chuck Sherman was in the hurler’s box with Periard behind the bat. With ‘‘Smoky Hespelt on first, and Tommy Haley as shortstop, we had a strong infield aided by O’Brien and Rooke on second and third respectively. Nadeau, Canzeri, and Spinks took care of the outfield positions. The squad for 1944 looks a little brighter with three of last year’s veterans (Oslica. Charron, McCarty) returning and a host of new candidates. Here’s hoping for a more successful season in 1944. 17 —Robert Fremont ’44 AUTOGRAPHS ■