Sheffield High School - Sentinel Pines Yearbook (Sheffield, MA)

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Not long after we had begun, two apprentices, John Cook, and Bradley Stewart left us and went into other fields of work. Another, Carole Gilligan, left to join a dif- ferent union. Feeling the loss of our many laborers, each of us worked harder in order to accom- plish our building on time. In February we were shocked and saddened at the untimely death of our dear friend and co-worker, Bertha Ball. She is greatly missed. Solemnly, the eleven of us remaining worked on until June when the inside work was completed. Once again it was time for a vacation. In September of 1952 we found that two of our co-workers, Jane Franklin and Kathleen Curtiss did not report to work. Those reporting were: Interior Decorators - Phyllis Armstrong, Phyllis Bradley, Leslie Gibbs, Ann Hurl- burt, Ann Macy, Betty Stevens, Rubena Young; General Handymen - Shears Boardman and Donald Holcomb. Two new masters had joined us to replace Foremen Odiorne and Morace, whose leaving we deeply felt. Our new supervisors, Jayne Ryan and Mary Harrahy proved to be valuable leaders and warm friends. Our fourth and last year of finishing touches flew by and Our House of Learning was soon completed. In June, we stood back and proudly gazed upon our accomplishment. These past four years had been memorable ones for us, full of hard work and a gained sense of ac- complishment. We greatly appreciate the guidance and help we have received. On leaving Our House of Learning, we sincerely hope that with the skill, know- ledge, training, and friendship acquired in these past four years of apprenticeship we are now capable of being good builders in a better world.

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Class History In September of 1949, a large group was on hand to get an early start in the con- struction of Our House of Learning. Those helping to lay the foundation were: Phyllis Armstrong, Phyllis Bradley, Ber- tha Ball, Loretta Castell, Helen Curtis, Kathleen Curtiss, Jane Franklin, Leslie Gibbs, Carole Gilligan, Ann Hurlburt, Ann Macy, Kathleen Nott, June Pixley, Lois Winters, Rubena Young, Betty Stevens, Shears Boardman, Donald Holcomb, Herbert Eichstedt, Richard Gibbs, Laurence Ball, Arthur Hewins, Peter Ohler, Bradley Stewart, and John Cook. Those guiding us were Contractor Hennigar, and his assistants, Rita Hannigan, Theodore Williams, Nicholas Morace, and Laurence Healy. We were progressing steadily when three masons, Laurence Ball, Peter Ohler, and Arthur Hewins, joined new construction jobs. Busily putting up the framwork, our first year sped by. After two months of vacation, the carpenters returned, eager to start work again on Our House of Learning. Foreman Provencher was now among us as Foreman Han- nigan had been assigned a new contract. Laborers, Herbert Eichstedt and Richard Gibbs were building elsewhere. As soon as the siding was completed, carpenters, Loretta Castell, Helen Curtiss, June Pixley, and Lois Winters left us and went their separate ways. Foreman Provencher, contracted for building a new home, was replaced by Albert Trocchi who proved to be a big help to us. The building of this edifice temporarily halted in May when we were deeply grieved at the loss of our dear friend, Theodore Williams. Mrs. Marie Walker soon joined us to help complete the roofing. June came and, with the completion of the siding and roofing, we stopped for a well-earned two month ' s rest. In September, 1951, we returned refreshed and anxious to get on with the work of wallboards, wood trim, insulating and plastering. In the third year Miss Marie Walker and Thomas Norton filled the positions left open by Mrs. Marie Walker and Laurence Healey.

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Class Prophecy 195S Time: June 20, 1963 Place: Sheraton Hotel, Pittsfield, Massachusetts Occasion: Class Reunion It was a warm June evening and there was a hint of festivity in the air. At the Shera- ton Hotel, the members of the Class of ' 53 were arriving to celebrate their first Class Reunion since graduating from S. H. S. ten years before. Excitedly they greeted one an- other and conversations renewed cherished memories. Many laughs were enjoyed while talking over happenings of their school days. The span of years had changed these nine people in appearance but the spirits and personalities had remained warm and friendly. During dinner, conversation continued and incidents that seemed to have been for- gotten were d iscovered to hold a place in the heart of each. After enjoying an unsurpassed dinner, it was time for these classmates to reluctantly bid farewell to one another. It had been a delightful evening that would remain long in the thoughts of each. Only two remain Phyllis Bradley and Leslie Gibbs P.B. You know, Leslie, in a way I ' m glad 1 live in California - it gives me an ex- cellent excuse for staying over night. I couldn ' t possibly have gotten a plane out tonight. L. G. So am I, Phyl - now we really have a chance to talk over old times. Aren ' t you rather suprised at the way things turned for everyone? P.B. Surprised, but pleased. How fortunate ANN MACY was to secure a job as top model in the Powers Agency. L. G. Yes. . .I ' m glad for her. She always did have the right qualities. . .remember how well she did in our class Fashion Shows? P. B. Yei. . . we surely worked hard to make those Fashion Shows a success, but it was always worth the effort. L. G. A great deal of credit, though, goes to the many parents and friends whose help was Invaluable. P.B. Speaking of Claw events. . .remember our play - He Couldn ' t Marry Five? I never dreamed RUBENA YOUNG would take her role as a ballerina seriously and become a ballet dancer in New York City. L.G. Neither did I, but she ' s made quite a name for herself in that field and if still