Somerville High School - Radiator Yearbook (Somerville, MA)

Text from Pages 1 - 272 of the 1958 volume:

% Somerville High School Fall, 1357 THE RADIATOR SOMERVILLE HIGH SCHOOL 75th YEAR OF CONTINUOUS PUBLICATION VOL. LXXV SOMERVILLE, MASSACHUSETTS DECEMBER, 1957 Sports Editor MARGARET McQUAID '58 News Editor RUTH KOTELL '58 Editor-in-Chicf MARJORIE HOWE '58 Business Manager RICHARD WELCH '58 Art Editor MARILYN INCE '58 William Ellis '58 Associate Editors Thomas Vortabedian '58 Ruth Lancaster, 58 Dorothy Silvo '58 Frank Hrubi '59 Typists Rita Folco '59 Vivian Camerlengo '58 Edythe Fishmon '58 Emma Coferelli '59 MR. ALBERT GIROUX Head Moster MR. HUGH McCUSKER Business Adviser Literary Editor LOUISE PRICE '58 Feature Editor JOYCE KALTON '58 Judith Helmund '58 Evelyn Ells '58 Business Staff Donald Naugler '58 James Flaherty '58 Richard Burnett '58 Nancy Tyler '58 David Mosher '58 MISS OLIVE B. MacPHERSON Literory Adviser Reporters SENIORS: 102, Paul McLaughlin; 141 Constance Campbell; 143, Richard Hamilton; 147, Jean Fiske; 149, Lucy DeBonis; 150, Barbara Gerrior; 151, Ann Bradley; 152, Cecelio McCarthy; 154, Ethel Ardolino; 241, Anthony Primo; 243, Charlotte Fafel; 244, Priscilla Cole; 245, Barbara Woters; 247, Regina Vaudo; 249, Thomas Varta- bedion; 250, Barboro Borghi; 251, Dosola Lotti; 252, Charlotte Shepherd; 254, Jane Antolini JUNIORS: 24, Henry Billins; 25, Joan Palozzolo; 27, Kathryn Miminos; 29, Joseph O'Brien; 30 Sarah Moore; 31, Elaine Ugolini; 32, Phyllis Traniello; 221, Janice Fogers; 232, Mortin Denning; 234, Karen Kelly; 313, Nancy Burns; 321, Shelia Cronin; 324, Karen Halaby; 325, Rita Whalen; 327, Josephine Forto; 329, Noncy Bond; 330, Marie Compos; 331, Noncy De Lo Cour; 332, Eileen DiCiaccio; 334, Ruth McGoff SOPHOMORES: 105, Corolyn Horris; 106, Harold Mitchitson; 109, Steven Cimarelli; 1 10, Carol Lambert; 1 13, Nancy McLucas; 114, Maureen Desmond; 204, Mildred Riberio; 205, Ann Magee; 206, Elsie Scioli; 209, Marie Froncis; 210, Antoinette Mozzoli; 302, Arlene Price; 341, Joyce Clough; 343, Elaine Comeou; 344, Eugene McCarthy; 345, Daniel Arcangelo; 347, Joseph Valente; 349, Joseph Abucewicz; 350, Margaret Joyce; 351, Marie Brazao; 352, Mary Adorns; 354, Ronald Russo Table of Contents In One Piece Again Morjorie Howe '58 Boston School Editors Interview Young Actress Marjorie Howe '58 Can We Wipe Out TB in Somerville? Louise Price '58 Meet the Editor Russian Satellites Louise Price If Winter Comes . . Ernest Hart Boys' State The Most Important Room in SHS Desperate Moments They Never Believe Me Reverie That's Life Poor Me, I'm Abused A Sad Story The First Snowfall A Familiar Experience Cleor the Streets . . . They're Coming! Poetry What's Doin' Notional Honor Society The Harvard Book Prize Have You Met? Famous Alumni Credit List Closs Chatter Senior Junior 9ophomore Sports Football Cross Country GAA What Do You Eot for Breakfast? Off the Record An Oil Right Tour The Roving Reporter Tolent Night Judith Helmund Thomas Vartobedion Noncy Resmini Louise Price Annette Thibeault Carol Amonn Evelyn Ells Joanna Michel Judith Helmund Edythe Fishman 58 58 58 '58 '58 58 '58 ’58 '58 '58 '58 '58 Kathleen Mclsaac '60 4 4 5 6 6 7 8 8 9 9 10 10 11 11 12 12 13 14 15 15 16 18 19 20 22 24 26 27 27 28 29 30 31 32 Rita Falco '59 S31 1 51-5% t IN ONE PIECE AGAIN Marjorie Howe ’58 At last the day arrived! On September 5, 1957, Somerville High School Students were back to school on a normal time schedule. Seniors, juniors and sophomores again at- tended classes in one school session, from 8:30 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. All are impressed with the new-looking Central Building, routed by two successive fires of a year ago and now renovated and equipped with modern facilities. The main office is now relocated on the first floor, to the right of the main entrance, while the office of the heads of courses is to the left of the main entrance in what used to be room 115. The school bank is back in its old quarters on the first floor, in room 104. A Radiator or Editorial Room has been established in room 107B, opposite the office. The auditorium is now completed and ready for use. The third floor music room is nicely fur- nished and has a Hi-Fi tape recording set and record player in an adjoining room. The chemistry and physics laboratories, although not yet fully equipped, are modernized and have AC-DC current control panels. The newly furnished school library, lo- cated on the second floor, has fluorescent lighting, along with the other rooms of the Central Building. The fully equipped emer- gency and health rooms are also on the second floor. The mechanical drawing rooms and the manual training rooms, in the basement of the new Central Building, are completely re- decorated and were in use all of last year. New quarters and furnishings had also been provided last year for the art rooms. They are located on the first floor, in the East Building. The Somerville High School office practice department now has the best equipment of any high school in the state. An inter-communication system has been installed in both the Central Building and the East and West wings. The office can di- rectly address any number of rooms at once. Special music or exercises in the music room, auditorium, or gymnasium may be broadcast throughout the whole school. Now that Somerville High School is opera- ting under normal conditions again we pu- pils should take advantage of the many mod- ern facilities available to us. Indeed, we should profit from our greatly improved school! Three DEC 9 '58 BOSTON SCHOOL EDITORS INTERVIEW YOUNG ACTRESS “Here she is,” whispered the 450 delighted high school editors seated in the main ball- room of the Sheraton Plaza Hotel, on the afternoon of November first. Well might they be delighted, for the principal speaker of the first Boston Globe Party of the year was to be Miss Susan Strasberg, an attractive 19-year-old actress who is appearing with Richard Burton and Helen Hayes in the play, “Time Remem- bered.” Robert Ahern, promotion director of the Globe, opened the meeting and introduced Globe music and drama critic, Cyrus Durgin. Presenting Miss Strasberg to the teen-age audience, Mr. Durgin announced her as the future “first lady of the theatre.” Susan first received public recognition by acting in the Broadway production of “The Diary of Anne Frank.” Her first movie performance was in “The Cobweb.” When she was 16 years old, she played the younger sister in “Picnic.” She has appeared on television, in- cluding a performance of “Romeo and Juliet.” Mr. Durgin was moderator, as Susan an- swered many questions from her eager audi- ence. When asked about her rise on Broadway, Susan replied that she had never actually studied for the theatre. In fact, she had been attending the School of Art and Music in New York, to become a commercial artfet. One of her friends, however, persuaded Susan’s parents to let her take a small part in a play. Her parents thought this would discourage Susan! There are many colleges and schools for stage-struck young people, she told the in- terested group. One such school. The Actors’ Studio in New York, requires an audition (no fees) for admission. Most young actors and actresses she has met, have attended college. Susan prefers to act for live audiences. If she makes a mistake one night, she can correct it the next. She never gets bored playing the same role on stage, for she must always concentrate on acting well. She ad- mitted that she does get nervous on stage. Susan declared that she would like to co- star in a play with Marlon Brando. (The young ladies in the audience seemed to ap- prove.) She enjoys acting for the movies more than she does for television. “You get to know the people you’re working with better,” claims Susan. Live television, however, is “painless, it’s so fast,” she reflected. Next year, Susan wants to study for the stage. She doesn’t know yet with whom. At present she’s observing at the Actor’s Theatre. Susan’s latest film, not yet released, is “Stage Struck.” After the interview, good-natured Susan was encountered by several eager autograph seekers. As she left the room with Mr. Durgin, refreshments were served to the students. Everyone had much to chat about, for they had just met a most captivating young star, Miss Susan Strasberg! CAN WE WIPE OUT TB IN SOMERVILLE? Louise Price ’58 The story of TB in Somerville is now one of greater hope than ever before. It is a story of many medical and scientific achievements but also one of great obstacles yet to be overcome. It is this dread disease—tubercu- losis—that is tearing the hearts out of so many American families, incapacitating so many people, and striking down our citizens. Do you wonder, then, that doctors and scien- tists are working ceaselessly to discover a cure? Is it so strangs that they are con- tinually urging us to do our part in curbing the spread of this disease? Tuberculosis can strike anyone; it can kill at all ages. Spreading from person to person, it is a contagious disease caused by a germ called the “tubercle bacillus.” It is usually strikes one of the most vital organs in our body—the lungs. TB is not inherited. It is picked up only from someone who has it by breathing air with TB germs in it, or carry- ing germs into the mouth on fingers, food, or eating utensils. Four A complete TB program must consist of three separate departments — case finding, treatment, and rehabilitation. Case finding and rehabilitation are sponsored in our own community by the Middlesex Health Associa- tion (This is done entirely by donations which are received through the sale of Christmas seals.) Necessary treatment for TB victims is given by the Middlesex County Sanitorium. Two years ago, tuberculin patch tests were given to students in Somerville. This matter of case finding proves to be extremely effective and economical. Two active cases were found at a total expense of only $216.00. This program will be renewed next year. At least once a year an X-Ray Mobile visits each community and offers a free chest x-ray to all. You ask, “Can TB be prevented?” Yes, it can. Here are four ways in which you, as a teenager, can help prevent the spread of TB in our town and throughout the nation: 1. Maintain good general health. 2. Encourage your parents to be x-rayed. 3. Keep well-informed on this sub- ject, and be certain that your information is accurate. 4. Encourage people to buy Christ- mas Seals. The TB picture in Somerville and all over America may be summed up in the words of Emily Bissel, who originated the Christ- mas Seal Program in America. Before her death in 1948 she said, “I see thousands who had no hope and who have it now.” Let us continue to extend new hope to those who have been stricken with this dread disease. vm BUY CHRISTMAS SEALS KM KM MEET THE EDITOR “Who’s that cute little brown-haired senior in the Editorial Room?” “Why, that’s Marjorie Howe, editor of the Radiator!” Yes, glancing into the Radiator Room be- fore school, after school, or during special, you’re bound to see Marge, a pert, hazel-eyed miss, who stands five feet four inches tall. And if she has a far-away look and is frown- ing prettily, you can be sure that she’s trying to set up a dummy for the next issue of the Radiator! Marge has unusual writing ability, and the staff members all agree that she’s tops to work with. Marge hails from Northeastern Junior High where she was salutatorian of her class. She is an active member of Portia and Na- tional Honor Society, and her name is con- stantly on the credit and max. credit lists. In her spare (huh?) time, Marge enjoys all sports, especially swimming and basket- ball. She also enjoys reading, and listening to music from “South Pacific.” She announces firmly (but with a twinkle in her eye!) that she has no ideal man. (Keeping it secret, Marge?). When asked about her most embarrassing moment, Marge turned a pretty shade of red and grudgingly admitted that it happened in her sophomore English class! Margie’s ultimate goal is to become a traveling journalist for Holiday magazine. With your personality and ability, Margie, you’d be a welcome addition to any magazine staff! Next year will find Margie at either Wel- lesley or Middlebury College (She hopes!). Somerville High School salutes you, Margie —and we know you’ll succeed! Fivo RUSSIAN SATELLITES Louise Price ’58 “Russians launch new satellite!” “Red moon circles earth!” “Russians conquer space!” These were the head-lines that glared from every newspaper; these are the words that newsboys shrieked; this is the development that shocked the world. Con- sequently, people have since been seeking to determine what this means to us and every member of the free world. Since the world has learned of these Rus- sian satellites which are soaring through space, Russian prestige has soared also. This new achievement goes far in convincing peo- ple of every nation that Russia has emerged as a first-class military power in the age of missiles and atomic weapons and that it is seriously challenging the leadership of the United States. The Russians called their first device that “Sputnik”—meaning earth satellite. It was propelled into its earth-circling path some- time on Friday, October 8th, by multiple- stage rockets. The site of launching is not known but is believed by American authori- ties to be “somewhere north of the Caspian “Sputnik I” is round, about 22.8 inches in diameter, and weighs 184.3 pounds. Four radio antennas project from it and the Rus- sians say that it contains nothing but radio equipment and devices that supply radio power. The satellite is zooming around the earth at a rate of 18,000 miles an hour, mak- ing a complete circuit in one hour, 30 min- utes, 2 seconds, at an altitude of 650 miles. An American expert says it might remain in the sky “a thousand or a million years.” The United States’ missile program was spurred on to even greater action when an- other satellite, “Sputnik II,” was launched on Sunday, November 3rd. This was seven times heavier than the first, was propelled almost twice as far into space, and contained a dog, appropriately named “Mutnik.” The White House and American scientists hailed the Russian step as a great scientific achievement, but some American scientists accused Russia of dispatching their satellites in an orbit which would make American study of the devices the most difficult. Rus- sia was so pleased over its initial success that it informed the rest of the world about the feat before notifying its own citizens. What, exactly, does this mean to us, as part of a free world? Are we being out- witted and out-smarted by men who will use this as a weapon to their own advantage? Must we sit back and allow our pernicious enemies to take command of the vast regions of outer space? Does it take such a “bomb- shell” as this to shock us out of lethargy and into action? Let us not be oblivious to such things! Let us, as citizens of a freedom- loving democracy, take stock of cur scientific progress and contribute in any way possible to further study in this field. “IF WINTER COMES________” Ernest Hart ’58 One of the strange mysteries of life is the autumn leaves. Seemingly, they should change color in the spring. Spring is the sea- son of radiant flowers. Why do the leaves wait to reveal a beauty of color until they have been lashed by the winds of austere autumn? Yet suffering can illuminate the lives of some people. The closer to death, the closer to life. Noticing how the dying leaves of autumn seem to become the new leaves of spring, I have wondered if the leaves might not give us the answer to the mystery of life after death. How ignorant most of us are! Do we ever take time to observe the leaves? In cre- ation we may find the secret of creation. Leaves falling to the ground—only leaves. Never underestimate these messengers frcm Heaven. Six Left to right: Robert Fedele, Richord Welch, Cosmo Cornelio, Donold Nougler HOYS’ STATE During the week of June 21-29 the Ameri- can Legion sponsored its annual Boys’ State project at the University of Massachusetts. This program was initiated to give the young men of our state a practical experience in the functioning of our government. Repre- senting the Somerville High School were Cosmo Camelio, Robert Fedele, and Donald Naugler, sent by Post 19 and Richard Welch, sent by Post 377. Upon arrival the boys were assigned to a city or town, and to a county. Each boy par- ticipated in the local government of his as- signed area. He could hold both a local and a state office. In fact, the first steps on the road to political popularity was the local election. But don’t get the wrong idea. It was not all politics, not by a long shot. As a matter of fact, after government, the athletic program was the next important thing. There were teams in basketball softball, baseball, and track, or, if you weren’t interested in those, there were tennis matches, gymnastics, or swimming. Each city had a team in the four major sports and usually some representa- tives in the other sports. The winning teams all received certificates of athletic merit. Of course, as you probably know, the name Boys’ State, meant just that, all boys and no girls. Each night the phone lines were jam- med with calls from lonely boys to their girls, and mail call was a bedlam. Now, getting back to politics. The munici- pal elections were barely over and the local governments had just begun to function, when the work began again, this time for the state and county elections. There were rallies, speeches, party conventions, posters, and heart-to-heart talks. The Boys’ State newspaper, edited and staffed by the fellows themselves, played up the elections in a big way. When all this excitement was over and the air was clear of confetti and hoarse cheers, six fine young men found themselves in constitutional offices of Boys’ State. It is indeed an honor and a privilege to be chosen as a participant in Boys’ State. Some five hundred boys attended, chosen on the basis of scholarship, character, and standing in their class. They represented schools from all parts of the Commonwealth. Since they used the regular college dorms, they were able to obtain a true picture of college life— study, athletic and social. (Ed. note. Why aren’t Somerville High School girls represented at Girls’ State? Wo- men are assuming a larger share in govern- ment each day. A girl, therefore, needs as much training in politics today as a boy. She, also, must have adequate experience in the functioning of our government. After all, our first woman President of the United States must be efficient!) Seven THE MOST IMPORTANT ROOM IN SHS Judith Helmund ’58 Have you visited our school library lately? No? Well, you have an interesting visit in store for you. In the school library we receive about four hundred new fiction books each year. There are books about travel and sports; there are war stories, and many others. For your homework there are books on American History and Government, and Science. Also for your reference work there are five sets of up-to-date- encyclopedias, as well as the Readers’ Guide and an index to peri- odical literature. Speaking of magazines, did you know that in our library we have magazines filed back as far as two years? These include many news and science maga- zines. If you need help in finding material, our librarian, Mr. Hickey, would be very happy to help you. For our enjoyment there are the newest magazines on fashions for girls; science and news for the boys. You make take along a public library book with you to read. The restriction is that students may not do homework not requiring research in the library. Library permits may be obtained three times a day: before school, until 8:27 for any period; during short recess for the fourth and fifth periods; and after school for any period the next day. The library is closed dur- ing the special period but open until 2:45 Monday and Tuesday and until 2:15 other days. So during your next study period or after school some day, why don’t you visit 215, our library? You have a real treat in store for you if you do! DESPERATE MOMENTS Thomas Vartabedian ’58 I’m tense now. The time is drawing closer. Ever since ten o’clock I’ve been waiting for this moment. Slowly I steal off by myself. No one is around now. As yet I feel no one has noticed me. I feel secure. But wait! A noise! Someone’s coming. Hurriedly I dash back into the talking crowd. After a few flustered moments I take a chance, and look around. The man I’ve seen so often, and feared so much, has noticed my peculiar actions. Minutes later I turn again, this time con- fident he’s forgotten me. At last I breathe a sign of relief, only to catch it again as the same man eyes me suspiciously. It’s only a matter of time now. Here’s my chance ... I steal off alone to the corner. I hear a familiar noise. Now is the time! I run frantically down the dimly lighted corridor. Although I hear the sound of foot- steps behind me, I continue running, hoping, praying under my breath that they won’t catch up with me. I'm outside now. Clumsily I grab the rail- ing of the steps. Two at a time I tackle the stairs. As I reach my destination, I grab for a knife that's gleaming. The sweat stops flow- ing from my brow. The impulse I have now is terrific! I’m free! I don’t have a care in the world, be- cause now I’m first in the lunch line in the school cafeteria. Eight THEY NEVER BELIEVE ME Nancy Resmini 58 The morning was cold and dreary, a typical November morning. Mark Graham pulled himself out of bed with a disgusted sigh. He was at odds with life in general, school life in particular. As he leisurely walked to school, contemplating truancy, he discovered he had wandered into the alley where the “gang” usually gathered. Since the alley was deserted, he sat upon an empty crate and began to think. Suddenly he perceived what looked like a small boy, but peculiarly, this little boy was no ordinary lad. Mark addressed the stranger with a customary “Hi”, but in reply received an inaudible murmur. Was Mark’s imagination playing tricks, or did the stranger have a greenish complexion ? To his surprise this unexpected guest lured him towards a balloon-like contraption and, before he realized what had happened, the contraption had raised itself into the atmos- phere with Mark and the stranger inside. Mark rubbed his eyes and, as he took a second glance, found himself in a planet more cold and dreary than that which he had left. This new planet appeared at first to be uncivilized, but before Mark could come to a definite conclusion a band of little men, carrying what appeared like over-decorative staffs formed a circle around him. They spoke a foreign language which was incom- prehensible to Mark, yet by their smiles and nods, Mark knew that they were friendly. Despite the cold atmosphere this foreign place was warm with hospitality, and Mark was treated like an ambassador from the United States. Touring the new planet, Mark found every- one harmoniously singing while working. What a peaceful nation! After finishing his tour, Mark was invited to dine with the leader of these men. This “Headman” pre- sented to him a symbol of good will, a chain with a golden olive branch. As Mark reached for the chain, his vision became blurred and he found himself once again on the crate in the dusky alley. Looking up, he found a husky, mean- faced character glaring at him. It was the truant officer! Mark suffered the punishment for truancy and the mocking remarks of those who heard his story. Where had Mark been? Or was it just a dream? Judge for yourself, but consider all the evidence, especially the olive branch chain which hangs about Mark’s neck. It reads, “Peace on earth, good will to men!” (Teacher’s note: I have considered all the evidence and I am fully convinced that Mark made the trip.) REVERIE Louise Price ’58 Snowflakes cover the cold, silent eai’th with a glorious carpet of white, as yet un- touched, untrodden by man. The treetops and hedges are arrayed with this same white mantle; the trees are stately and majestic in their winter finery. The gentle winter wind is whispering sweet nothings to the heavily- laden branches, revealing its secrets through- out the wood. The sky above is a sea of impenetrable blackness, studded with myriads of dancing Nine stars. The giant moon keeps a silent vigil over this peaceful scene from its home on high. Homes across the whitened fields seem like mystic castles—touched, transformed by fairy wands. Silently, as if in a trance, I don my coat and hat and step out into this wonderland of darkness. As I stand there, intoxicated by the enchanting splendor of the night, I hear a host of voices from above, “Peace on earth, good will toward men . . . ” THAT’S LIFE Annette Thibeault ’58 “Buzz Walker, don’t you ever speak to me again!” “Gee whiz, Joan, what did I do?” “Oh, nothing, you just about ruined my life that’s all!” “But I don't understand,” he said with be- wilderment. “Don’t bother to call for our date tonight, because I never want to see you again.” “Joan, calm yourself. This isn’t the place to pick a fight. Maybe if you’d tell me—” “I’m ‘Miss Freeman’ to you from now on,” she interrupted. “Good-by, Mr. Walker.” With that she left Buzz staring after her very confused. “I wonder what’s got into her,” he mut- tered, as he headed for home. “I wonder if she’s sore because I paid more attention to the movie than her last night, or maybe—” “Hello, Dad,” said Buzz sullenly. “I didn’t see you coming.” “No wonder, why so glum?” “It’s Joan. She started fighting with me and I don’t know why. Did Mom ever act this way? I mean before you were married?” “Sure, lots of times. It got so that every time she did, I’d go out and buy her a birth- day present.” “Gee, Dad,” beamed Buzz. “Maybe that’s it. May I have my two months allowance in advance?” That night Buzz went to Joan’s house. He looked like an entirely different person. He had a box of candy in one hand and a little package in the other. A minute later, Joan answered his knock. At first sight of him she cried angrily, “Buzz Walker, I thought I told you—,” then sweet- ly, “Oh, are those for me? How nice! You remembered after all. Come in!” “Gee, Joan, as the saying goes, ‘It’s better late than never.’ Happy Birthday!” “Birthday! My birthday isn’t till next month. This is our anniversary!” “Anniversary? But we’re not married!” “Silly, you don’t have to be married to have an anniversary. Just one year ago today you first smiled at me, remember?” “Oh, for goodness sakes! Why didn’t I keep my big mouth shut? Two months’ al- lowance gone out the window—just because I smiled at her a year ago! Oh, well that’s life!” POOR ME, I’M ABUSED Carol Amann ’58 Isn’t it true that someone is always forc- ing someone else to do something? Mothers, for instance, can create a real big problem! It seems that whenever a poor teenager like me wants to do something, there’s always something else to do at home. Take for instance last year when our junior dance was coming. It was two weeks before the dance and I didn’t have a date. Well, I invited Joey Brown to my house one night to hear some of my new record albums. Of course it was one of those big conspiracies that women plot when they want something and I had it all planned. My new sweater was laid out on the bed all ready to put on. Then, Wham! My mother decided I had to help her at the church supper that night. What could I do? The supper wouldn’t be over until about nine. You know how after the meal they always ask someone to say a few words. Well, if I got out by nine I’d be lucky. So I made a few telephone calls, and about five calls and my new sweater later every- thing was settled. Janie was to help my mother at the church and I’d at least have my chance. The night came and I began to get im- Tcn patient. Joey was due at seven thirty and by eight I began to get mad. At nine I headed for my room completely miserable. But after a certain telephone call I had more reason to be mad. But this time it was myself. You might be wondering what happend to Joey. Well, of course, he had to help out at the church supper! What else! A SAI) STORY Evelyn Ells ’58 It all began one afternoon when my charm- ing sister Doris swiped my peanut-butter sandwich. Happening to see her out of the corner of my eye while I was getting a quart of milk, I quickly slammed the refrigerator door and also closed Benjamin Alexander Hamilton Ells I’s tail in the door (Benja- min is my cat who always runs to the re- frigerator door when it’s opened). In my haste I left him there and went tearing up- stairs along the upper hall after Doris, who reached her bedroom and slammed the door in my face. Hearing a faint “meow,” I re- membered Benjamin and zoomed down the hall towards the stairs, slid down the ban- nister, and landed on a pillow left there for this purpose. I jumped up and reached Ben- jamin in two seconds flat. He was cared for promptly. Since I needed something to do to keep my mind off the sandwich, I trailed upstairs to my room and tried to pull out the table drawer in order to get Chlorine’s fish food. As luck would have it, I pulled the whole table over. The gold fish bowl on top smashed to the floor and Chlorine disappeared down the register. When the supper bell rang, I again flew down to the kitchen. During the meal I choked on a chicken bone and Doris, seizing the opportunity, pounded me on the back un- til I was black and blue. After supper and an unsuccessful attempt to steal out without doing the dishes, I pain- fully climbed the steps to my room to tackle my German. I though I was playing football and tackled the ink bottle on my German book. Angrily I snatched up the “Radiator,” flopped on the bed, and fell asleep reading a “Sad Story” by Evelyn Ells. THE FIRST SNOWFALL Joanna Michel ’58 He will not mind me stopping here To wotch his woods fill up with snow. From Stopping by Woods By Robert Frost Walking along on a chill November eve- ning, I glanced at the bare, upstretched arms of the trees which only a few short months before were covered with leaves. I thought how gaily the colored flowers had bobbed their dainty heads in the warm summer breeze and then how slowly they had withered with the coming of autumn. As I gazed about me, I realized that Nature was getting ready for another season — winter. One morning soon, people would awake to find that Nature had performed one of her most splendid works. They would behold the first snowfall of the year. The roof tops would be covered with snow against the pale blue sky. The whole town would be wrapped in a blanket of sparkling whiteness. Afterward, children would be heard as they gaily enjoyed sledding, skating, snow- balling or skiing. The youthful artistry of freshly built snowmen would soon be evident. As I was returning from my walk, all these things came to my mind. Then sud- denly to my amazement, I realized that while I was walking, tiny white flakes of snow were starting to fall. Though I had not noticed it before, the upstretched branches of the trees were no longer bare but were slowly being covered with glistening white snow. Yes, the long months of anticipation were over — the first snowfall of the season had come! Eleven A FAMILIAR EXPERIENCE? Judy Helmund ’58 Dashing into the house and waving a slip of paper in her hand, Lee crashed loudly into the table. “I got it, I got it!,” she cried “Oh,” said her father with a look we miglit interpret as crestfallen. “Isn’t that lovely, dear,” Mother managed a little more enthusiastically. Her look was only vaguely apprehensive. “Oh. Dad, can’t I please take your car to- morrow, please, please, P-L-E-A-S-E ?” “Well, ah, I really don’t know. . . Oh, all right, I suppose so.” Next morning Lee dashed out proudly, dangling the keys of the Mercury from her red-tipped finger. As she slid behind the wheel, she surveyed those sharp, pointy, vicious fins. “Glad I don’t have to back out of the garage,” she thought. The motor turned over smoothly and soon she was sailing down the busy street. Sud- denly it dawned on her that there was no one beside her to tell her what to do or to use the dual control, if necessary. “Oh, doggie, don’t run out in front of me, P-L-E-A-S-E,” she murmured, as a little dog ran unconcernedly out into the street. “Oh, darn! I would have to come out just when those little kids were getting out for lunch. And, of course, there’d have to be a train going through. O-hhhh, what made me stall right here? Look at that whole line of traffic. A-h-h-, finally. Oh, please sir, stop blowing your horn. This street is so busy and I simply hate to cross it in Dad’s new car. Oh, all right, here goes. E-e-e-k! Whew! That was a close one. Now, that I’m on a nice quiet street, I can relax a little. O, good grief! Fire en- gines!! Now I should pull over to the right until they pass. But there’s no place! Ah, here’s one. What? Oh, that’s where the fire is? So sorry. A-h-h-h, just around the block and I’ll be home. All I have to do then is put the car in the garage. Oops! hit the hedge. There, I guess I’m okay now. Wonder if I’ll make it by that door. There! Well, that’s over. Wonder how I ever got a license? Hi, Mom, I’m home.” “Hi, dear, how was your ride?” “Oh, just wonderful! — not a bit of trouble.” CLEAR THE STREETS___________ THEY’RE COMING! Edythe Fishman ’58 Noticed any bent stop signs lately? Per- haps our new car is to blame (or should we say the driver). In this two-tone blue 1958 Nash Rambler Somerville High School stu- dents are learning to drive. Mr. Gerald Dona- hoe is in charge of our Nash, while Mr. Paul Giroux teaches with the Chevy. Once a week the pre-driving groups meet for a class in 307 to learn the principles of driving. They also get the opportunity to apply these principles by getting behind the wheel itself. If you happen to see Mr. Donahoe or Mr. Giroux at the close of the school day, they might be discussing the incidents which happened while they were teaching. To quote Mr. Giroux: “Ruthie’s a girl musically inclined. The pedals of the car not hard to find. She used to drive staccato style; Now she operates with cunning and guile. Efficient Margie, the way she drives, Her instructor will never get the hives; She turns around, goes down hill— Her driving ability abounds in skill. Marilyn drives deliberate and slow. Along College Ave. to the rotary we go. Now this circle is round we all agree, But to Marilyn sometimes it seems not to be. Peggy McQuaid, I dare say, Has added to the instructor’s head of gray; She always stops the car on time But why, Peggy, on a dime?” The others taking the course have their faults, too. However, we are sure that in due time they too will turn out to be effi- cient drivers. Twelve A FALLEN LEAF Louise Price ’58 Once I was part of yonder tree, And ’neath the summer sky, I proudly nodded and looked down Upon the passers-by. RAINFALL AT NIGHT Louise Price ’58 “Pitter patter pitter patter”—softly beats the rain. As it prances, whirls and dances on my window pane; Tapping lightly on the glass—laughing with the breeze, Dancing to a merry song that drifts among the trees. Gently, softly now it taps—“Come out with me and play!” I hear it call so merrily—its song is light and gay, And as I jump from bed and at the window stand, I see the tiny raindrops as they dance in silver strand. Twinkling, sparkling, glistening—they fall upon the leaves, And with silver splendor they softly clothe the trees; The moon so high up in the sky is shining through the mist, And rosebuds proudly lift their heads, with dew their petals kissed. A blessing only He can give—this rainfall from above, Enfolding, caressing, feeding the earth—His token of boundless love . “Pitter patter, pitter patter”—softly beats the rain, As it prances, whirls and dances on my window pane. Ah yes, that tree so lone and bare— Her branch was once my home; But now I lie upon the ground— Withered and ugly and lone. Yes, from the branch I slowly fell And fluttered gently down, And as I reached the cold, hard earth I uttered not a sound. Now I am stepped on, crushed and torn By the rush of the passers-by, But as they pass I say nothing—alas! I can only resignedly sigh. For soon the air will grow more brisk; The days will colder grow, And Mother Nature will make for me A grave of whitened snow . . . But once I was part of yonder tree, And through the summer’s day I nodded proudly and looked down On those that passed my way. BASKETBALL LUNCH TIME Carol Amann ’58 “Now for homework!” teachers shout, But it’s too late—they’ve all gone out. The bell has rung, no time to loll; The lunchroom is the common goal. They push and shove and shout and cry And then you see them zooming by; It’s mighty lucky they’re not killed— The lunchroom is so quickly filled. Seats are claimed by the first ones there— The late ones never find a chair. Books are tossed they know not where— Oh! My cake! Don’t throw it there! Oh, how standers beg for seats— But standing really is a treat; For pushed and squeezed—those in their seats Can hardly move or talk or eat. But all are happy—none complain As long as time for lunch remains! Barbara Lamb ’58 As I enter the halls of learning And greet the hep-cats all, Im told I won’t amount to much ’Less I like basketball. To tell the truth, I never liked What seemed a silly brawl; That game they all go nuts about— Yes—I mean basketball! And then one day a handsome lad So strong and straight and tall, Invited me to watch him play And brother—did I fall! f i With tender words his plays he named- The score I don’t recall, But from that day I’m nuts about A game of basketball! Thirteen “Rhapsody in Blue” was the theme of Portia's annual dance, November 15. Under the supervision of Miss Humber, the new faculty advisor to Portia, the club has already had a debate on the topic “Should Capital Punishment Be Abolished?” On October 24th the Players’ Club held its annual Halloween Hop with Dave Mayn- ard as the disk jockey. After admitting a host of newcomers, the members of the club are now putting their heads together to select the scholarship play. After the loss of a year, the Girls’ Glee Club is running smoothly once more. Under the direction of Miss Beatrice Sweet, the members recently elected their officrs for the coming year: President, Sharon Williams; Vice-President, Irene Wackrow; Junior Vice- President, Phyllis Oates; Secretary, Nancy Mitrano; Junior Secretary, Rosemary Wray; Treasurer, Mary Lou Paolillo; Librarians, Donna Williams, Dolores Viera, and Janet Drake. The Entertainment Group sang at West- ern Junior High School recently for the opening of the Mentally Retarded Children Campaign in Somerville. On November 16, the group presented a program at the Uni- tarian Church on Highland Avenue. The event was a fair sponsored by the Somerville Wo- men’s Club. They are also busily preparing for Thanksgiving and Christmas Concerts. Having sung at Talent Night, the members of the Boys’ Glee Club are now in the pro- cess of electing their officers. This group is under the direction of Miss Mary McGann. On Thursday, November 21, the Music De- partment sponsored their annual Talent Night, which was a great success. The Key Club and their officers have been giving time to the Christmas Seal Program. The officers of this club are: President, Robert Constantino; Vice-President, William McKenzie; Secretary, Cosmo Camelio; Treas- urer, Donald Naugler; Student Council Rep- resentative, James Flaherty; Sergeant-at- Arms, Alfred Marella. On a recent telecast of “Youth Speaks Its Mind” presented on Channel 2, Somerville High was represented by Richard Welch, who spoke with authority and was photogenic, as we would expect him to be. After a current election, the Webster De- bating Society elected officers: President, James Flaherty; Vice-President, Constantine Cacos; Secretary, Edward Silviera; Treas- urer, Anthony Spartos. Nominations for Senior Class Officers were: President, Daniel Brothers and Rich- ard Welch; Vice-President, Beverly Maxwell and Nancy Resmini; Secretary, Elizabeth Graham, Donna Williams, and Marilyn Ince; Treasurer, Cosmo Camelio and Thomas Var- tabedian. The Juniors nominated: President, Geno DiSarcina and Vincent Piro; Vice-President, Karen Kelley and Joanne Palazzolo; Secre- tary, Barbara Murray and Nancy Noble; Treasurer, Frank Hrubi and John Traniello. Sophomore nominations: Barbara DeWolfe, Antoinette Mazzola, Joan Squizzero, Anne Zaya, James Kakos, John Maclsaac, Paul Papaluca and Peter Suffredini. Fourteen First row: Marilyn Ince, Janet O'Halloran, Donna Williams, Mary Paolillo, Morjorie Howe, Joyce Smedberg, Theresa Adorio. Second row: Beverly Maxwell, Noncy LoPicrrc, Sharon Williams, Evelyn Ells, Joyce Kalton, Judith Brawley. Third row: Robert Fedele, Ernest Hart, Richard Welch, Donald Nauglcr, Cosmo Camelio. NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY The high school students chosen to the National Honor Society must display the qualities of leadership, scholarship, character, and service. Good marks are not the only pre-requisite of this Society. Service and cooperation also are required. From this group the fu- ture educational, scientific, political, and so- cial leaders will emerge. Each Spring the faculty chooses the top 5 per cent of the Junior class to become mem- bers of this organization. In addition to hav- ing a scholastic record, that is Credit and Max Credit grades, these Juniors must also display leadership, character, and service. Last year eighteen Juniors were selected to enter the National Honor Society. Other Members of the Class of ’58 will be selected later this year. Every senior is awaiting the day when more of his classmates, if not he himself, will be elected to this distinguished organization. They will certainly maintain the high ideals for which the National Honor Society is noted. THE HARVARD ROOK PRIZE Each year the Harvard Book Prize is awarded by the Harvard Club of Boston to the outstanding boy in the Junior Class. Last year at a school assembly Mr. Giroux pre- sented the book to Ernest Hart ’58, and commended him for maintaining a high scho- lastic rating while serving the school com- petently during his sophomore and junior years. Ernest was chosen as a member of the National Honor Society in the first drawing from the class. Already having composed several pieces, including “Suite of the Planets,” Ernest hopes to be a composer some day. Be- sides his school work he studies harmony, composition and piano at Boston University. He has played in concerts at Boston Uni- versity and has appeared on television on Channel 2. His skillful piano accompaniment has been a great help to our Glee Clubs and Entertain- ment Group. Next year, Ernest hopes to attend the Boston University School of Fine and Applied Arts. Fifteen HAVE YOU MET? RUTH LANCASTER ’58 What cheerful little Swedish beauty comes bouncing into room 141 every day to brighten up everyone’s spirits? “Happy” must be Ruth Lancaster’s middle name, and Ruthie tries her best to make it everyone else’s. Ruthie’s great interest is music. She plays the piano for the Boys’ Glee Club and sings and plays for the Girls’ Glee Club, and the Entertainment Group. She showed how talented she is on Talent Night when she sang a solo and played the piano. For her vocal selection, Ruthie sang her favorite song, “Hello, Young Lovers.” “Well, that takes care of her free time,” you say, and you are so wrong. Ruthie is vice-president of Players’ Club, and a mem- ber of Portia, GAA (bowling), and the Radiator and Yearbook staffs. Milk is her favorite food. She has no great dislikes or pet peeves. It bothers her to see people unhappy, but she very rarely does, since it is impossible for one to stay that way with Ruthie. This 5 ft. 41 � in. brown-eyed blonde says her ideal boy must be about 6 ft. tall, have blond hair and blue eyes, and above all, must be interested in music. (We have found some- one to meet your requirements, Ruth. Or have you perhaps found him already?) In the fall Ruthie would like to attend Upsala College in New Jersey, and then be- come a parish worker. DONALD NAUGLER ’58 Where does Don Naugler get the time to do so many things? Besides being an active member of Good Government Group, Key Club, Radiator Staff, and National Honor So- ciety, this senior maintains good grades and works after school at Moll Motors. Small wonder his favorite hobby is sleeping! If you are walking through the corridors of SHS you will recognize this five-fcot ten- inch senior with light brown hair and brown eyes, for he will be wearing a big smile. Donnie, as he is called by his classmates, loves all kinds of music from semi-classic to popular. His special favorite is the current hit, “Fascination.” This must sound good on your brand new hi-fi set, Don. As he enters dreamland he visualizes his ideal girl, who is sincere and considerate. She is a five foot five brunette with big brown eyes. (Sound familiar?) When it comes to food, Don, like most boys, has a big appetite. Apple pie and fried chicken rank high on his list of favorite foods. His most embarrassing moment occurred in Billerica at eleven o’clock P.M., when he was sluck with two flat tires and only one spare. To add to the embarrassment he was with a date and twelve miles from civilization. Quite a predicament, Don! Don hopes to enter West Point next Fall. Looking to the future, he sees marriage after his graduation from West Point. Sixteen HAVE YDU MET? ETHEL SPARTOS ’58 If you are ever approached by a dark- haired miss with a look of determination in her eyes, BEWARE! Once Ethel Spartos has set her mind to something, it's useless to argue with her. Although she is president of Portia, the secretary of Players' Club, a member of the Good Government Group, and secretary of her GOYA group at the Greek Orthodox Church, this energetic senior finds time to work at “Dunkin’ Doughnuts” in her spare time. Possibly this explains why doughnuts are one of her favorite foods. Included on this list are pork chops and spaghetti. (What a strange combination!) When she’s not busy eating doughnuts she may be found tickling the ivories or whipping up a new creation with her trusty needle and thread. Confidentially, we hear Ethel is keeping the Simplicity Patterns in business these days. As she listens to her favorite singer, Perry Como, or to the Four Lads, her favorite vocal group, she is usually dreaming of her ideal boy This “dreamboat” must stand 5 feet 11 inches tall, have light brown wavy hair and brown eyes, and possess a liking for music and dancing. (Don’t rush, boys!) After graduating from high school, she hopes to attend Simmons or Jackson. Her goal is to be a medical technician. Because your personality and charm rate A-f, Ethel, success is yours for the asking. JAMES McCANN '58 Have you seen in your travels around the building a dark-haired, blue-eyed, quiet-look- ing lad? Was he standing around the water fountain near room 243 talking about the often rescheduled Medford game? If so, you have seen James McCann, starting right halfback for the Somerville eleven. This running charge of dynamite on the p’aying field is essentially mild mannered lad who enjoys the special period (for what reason he would not say), United States History, eating pizzas, good music, and spending afternoons with his friends. Jimmy’s pet dislikes are pixie haircuts, kneesocks, and Rock ’n’ Roll music (hon- estly). Easy-going Jimmy has his own idea of a dream girl. This fair maiden must stand at least five feet two inches high and have blue eyes set off by brown hair. She must be sweet, thoughtful, and most of all, understand- ing. All dream girls may apply at room 247 for an interview any day during the special period. At present Jimmy is looking forward to the baseball season and a memorable year at shortstop for the High School nine. Next summer he hopes to play shortstop for American Legion Post 19. Jimmy’s plans for the future include train- ing at Boston College Business School. We feel sure that Boston College will soon know him as we do—as the handsome, athletic, good-natured Jimmy McCann. Seventeen ALUMNI MISS HARRIET NEWHALL ’10 Among the many famous alumnae of Som- erville High School is Miss Harriet Newhall. She was graduated from Somerville High Latin School in 1910 to become a prominent person in the field of education, and hence a famous alumna of Somerville High School. In the fall of 1910 she entered Mount Holyoke College, where she received her Bachelor of Arts degree. She continued to further her education by studying at Sim- mons College and later obtained a Master’s degree from Columbia University. Miss New- hall, however, returned to her beloved Mount Holyoke College, and became secretary and assistant to the president. From 1928 until the present day she has directed the admis- sions program of that college. Miss Newhall is often called upon to ad- dress school assemblies, local “college days,” and teas for sub-freshmen, sponsored by Mount Holyoke groups. As she travels about the country, she also meets and speaks a friendly word to many secondary school stu- dents interested in the college. Miss Newhall, who can certainly speak with a voice of experience says, “There is never a dull moment,” and “no day is ex- actly like another.” She is a member of various professional organizations, including the Massachusetts Council of Deans, and the National Associa- tion of Principals of Schools for Girls. She serves on the committee of Walter S. Barr Fellowships in Springfield. She also belongs to the American Association of University Women and to Phi Beta Kappa. It is no wonder that in 1950 Miss Newhall was awarded the Medal of Honor of the Mount Holyoke Alumnae Association in rec- ognition of the “wisdom, leadership, and judgment” with which she has served both the student body and the graduates. We are indeed proud to be able to say that such a fine woman as Miss Harriet Newhall holds a diploma from our own Som- erville High School. DON ALLARD ’55 Don Allard, former Somerville High School athlete is currently starring on the Boston College football team. Don, a versatile triple- threat quarterback, is among the top passers in the college circle today. This Boston Col- lege junior is one of the main reasons the Eagles are having such a successful season. Donny is also an excellent basketball player and was outstanding as a member of the Red and Blue basketball team a few years ago. PAUL ABRAHAMIAN ’54 Paul Abrahamian, a senior at Tufts Uni- versity, just finished leading the Jumbo football team to an impressive 6-1-1 season record. The husky halfback, besides leading the Jumbos in scoring is also the top point- getter in New England college football. Paul, a former Somerville High School grid player, is also starring for Tufts in track. ALUMNI ’57 Herbert Weene, one time member of our own school band, can be seen marching down the field at any Harvard football game. Carol Fields isn’t kept busy enough in her advanced math and English classes, so she is working on the Tufts Yearbook. Although Dorothy DeMita is not seen very often, we hear through reliable sources that she made an advanced English class at Tufts. Last year’s class Historian, Gerard Shan- non, can be found beneath the books in one of Harvard’s many libraries. Eighteen Honor Roll Judith Dorey Ernest Hart Theresa Adario Sandra Amato Jane Antolini Cosmo Camelio Joyce Crafts Julia Cummings Anna DiMille Evelyn Ells Edmond Ernest Robert Fedele Joyce Aylward Philip Azzolino Myra Balcom Janet Birkemose Constance Briand Constantine Cacos Emma Cafarelli John Cooney Sheila Cronin Gennaro Di Sarcina Sandra Dmiterko Robert Doherty Mary Andrade Linda Beaunoyer James Bodoin Mary Botelho Marion Cuff Barbara Abromovitch Marilyn Bargoot Ann Bartelamia Joseph Bradley Marie-Elaine Brazao John Campbell Dennis Carr Pamela Carr Carol Ann Caruso Loretta Chandler Angela Ciavarro Joyce Clough Jean Courtney Frederick Dargie Robert Deardon Patricia DeCillis Maureen Desmond Barbara DeWolfe Diane DiNitto Susan Dmiterko SENIOR CLASS — FIRST QUARTER Maximum Credit Marilyn Ince Dorothy Finelli Edythe Fishman Carol Goldberg Judith Greene Marjorie Howe Albert Keefe Spyros Kermetzoglou Ruth Lancaster Nancy La Pierre Laurence Marchant Credit Beverly Maxwell Patricia McCormack Nancy Mitrano Lewis Newell Helen Nicosia Martin O’Brien Sebastian Piccolo Louise Price Nancy Resmini George Sharpe JUNIOR CLASS — FIRST QUARTER Maximum Credit Rose Doyon Donna Fales Mary Foppiano Phyllis Forget Josephine Foti Carmen Gailey Marie Gregorio Louise Griffin Eunice Harrison Richard Higgins Karen Kelly Shirley Letasz Gilbert McKee Credit Anne McWeeny Robert Merlino Anthony Milonopoulos Mary Nilson Nancy Noble Nancy Osgood Thomas Paine Frances Paolillo Pauline Primeau Janet Resteghini Janice Ricci Beverly Richardson SOPHOMORE CLASS — FIRST QUARTER Maximum Credit Patricia Dellano Maureen Driscoll Carolyn Estee Rosemary Frongillo Arthur Hughes Kenneth Dodge Elaine Donnelly James Dumas Janet Elliott Marjorie Emeneau Diane Fernandes Dolores Forsberg Andrew Foster Mario Francis Mary Freitas Charlotte Fulton Margaret Gallagher Richard Giberti Ann Gounaris Carol Hadley Beverly Hamilton Grace Hannaford Joan Hodgdon Nancy Iannillo Elizabeth Lascala Susan Kaup Barbara Magnusson Evelyn Maloon Maria Mantzoukas Rita Riccardi Credit Frances Leccese Patricia Leyden Julia Liberace James Lim Bonnie MacGregor Walter Maciejewski Gail Marsden Kevin McDonagh Judith Mclsaac Judith McMaster Julith McQueston Fred Menkello Dorothy Mooney James Munroe Lois Murphy Lois O’Brien Lorraine O’Connor Carolyn Panetta Paul Papaluca Anita Pearson Joyce Kalton Mary Paolillo Charlotte Shepherd Dorothy Silva Joanne Spinazola Ruth Strassell Ruth Tassinari Paul Tuccelli Sally Voto Josephine Wastaferro Richard Welch Donna Williams Sharon Williams Virginia Rimkus Jennie Rizzo James Rudolph Robert Taurasi Joanne Tello Concetta Tenaglia John Traniello Marion VanSteensburg Grace Wood John Wright Marilyn Rigazio Ruth Ryer Nancy Sweet Evelyn Ventura Jean Whittemore Judith Peters Michael Peters Dorothy Picklos Rose Puglia Carolyn Rania Theresa Rei Carol Richards Marie Romano Robert Rosati Carole Royal Ronald Russo Isabel Silver Stephen Skerry Carol Slocomb Evelyn Smith Ray Spinosa Sandra Stevens Maria Teves David Vitiello Anne Zaya Jeannette Zicconi Nineteen Ahoy, Mates!! Welcome aboard the Good Ship 247. We are happy to announce that we are finally Seniors! The Captain of our ship is Miss Canavan. Her first mates are A1 Ber- trand and his assistant Joyce Crafts. They handle our ship’s dues and charity collections. We are proud to say that the entire ship has paid its dues. Ship’s news' is reported by Regina Vaudo and Nancy Mitrano. Our treas- urers are Diane Willard and Beatrice Liberace. We hope to keep up our 100% banking record. We also have a few athletes on board: Eli Travassos, Jerry Sullivan, and Jimmie McCann, who are well known as foot- ball players, and Robert Constantino, track star. We congratulate Robert Constantino on his election as president of the Key Club and Nancy Mitrano on her election as Sec- : stary of the Girls’ Glee Club. Good luck, kids! The rest of the crew holds the highest rank of all, that of being called “good sports.” We, the cellmates of 243, have a few ques- tions we would like Joe Friday to solve: WTio throws gum wrappings in Charlotte Fafel’s desk? What do Sharon Williams and Dolores Viera find to talk about? Why is everyone so sleepy during fourth period? Why doesn’t Alfred Varney lock the lockers? Any an- swers? We congratulate Sharon Williams and Irene Wackrow on their election as presi- dent and vice-president, respectively, of the Girls’ Glee Club. We are represented in Na- tional Honor Society by Sharon Williams and Donna Williams. Our class officers are: Proctor, Angelo Piso; Assistant Proctor, Pat Thibedeau; Car Checks, Ruth Tassinari; Radiator Reporter, Charlotte Fafel; and Bahk Treasurers, Dolores Vieira and Margaret Doherty. Attention, all boys! If you are tall, blond, athletic, and have a pleasing personality, come to 244 right away. Gerard Cerrato has the pupils in 244 confused on how he sprained the ligament in his leg. We are proud to have in our class the outstanding football player, Robert Duarte. Herbert Johnson was voted proctor for our room. Robert Baker is the unknown artist of the class of ’58. Larry Bettencourt’s favorite color is blue, not red. Beware! This is the chatter from 252. David Mosher is Proctor and his assistant is Richard Bur- nett. Our treasurers are two capable young girls, Ethel Spartos and Caryl Sullivan. Our Radiator Reporter is Charlotte Shepherd. We have active in various clubs, the follow- ing: Bill McKenzie, Cross Country and Key Club; William Ellis, Art Club; Louise Price, Literary Editor of the Radiator. At a recent tryout of the majorettes, Charlotte Shepherd was chosen leader. Betty Emery, Peggy McQuaid, Roy Phillips, Robert Goni, and Charlotte Shepherd are taking pre-driving lessons. From all reports, they are doing very well. Bill Hutchinson is lucky. He al- ready has his license and drives to school. Our thanks to Fred Costa for the good job of washing and cleaning our new boards. Twenty Jim Gavin is our waste basket champ. No paper on the floor now. We in room 241 are very proud to have Miss Piercy as our home room teacher and we'd like to promulgate the fact. We wish Robert Fedele the best of luck in his effort in the scholarship examinations. Robert is one of the boys who entered “Boys’ State last June. We would also like to mention Joseph Gualtieri, who cheers us with his melodious voice and his hilarious jokes. What happened to the balance of boys and girls in room 251? There are only four girls and eighteen boys. Imagine that; 4.5 boys per girl! Although there have been some exhausted complaints from the boys, the girls seem quite content. There are now six members of the pre-driving class in 251. Room 249 would like to announce their athletes: In football, Paul Tucelli, and Eddie Capone; and track, Tom Vartabedian and Steve Preston. 249 also has a good Cub Scout Troop. Scoutmaster, Paul Machado; Den- mothers, Judy Green, Rosemary Siebert, and Gail Clark; Patrol Leader, Tom Vartabedian; Asst. Patrol Leader Eddie Capone; Scouts who would die for their country, Paul Tuc- celli, Phil Murray, John Compagnone, Harold Webber. These questions come from the brilliant minds of those in room 250. Why did Annette Thibeault sell her history book? Does Ed- mond Ernest spend his nights thinking of things to say during the day? Who is going to pay Richard Perry’s class dues? Anyone knowing the answers to any or all of these questions kindly contact someone in room 250. On the football squad are Paul Mc- Namara, Paul Reilly, and Cosmo Piccolo. Our pre-driving students are Annette Thibeault and Ellen Mangan. Good luck girls, when you go for your license. Do you feel run-down, depressed, or over worked? Well, if so, visit room 254. There you’ll find someone to take care of your every need. To improve your health, we have our own staff of future nurses, Jackie Bozzi, Joyce Smedberg, and Priscilla Corbett, plus our physiotherapists, Elaine Kaloyanides and Edythe Fishman. These girls would just love to practice on you. Then to build up your bones and take off some of that un- necessary weight, we have our athletic Leonard Flynn and his assistant, Jane An- tolini. After that, the room psychologists, Phyllis Buckley and Theresa Adario will analyze your troubles and prescribe Leo Carr for laughs, Ricky Welch and Elaine Kaloya- nides for friendliness, and then Jackie Bozzi and Donald Naugler for enlivening the heart. Of course, if all these experts can’t help you, we’ll have to turn you over to Robert Collins and Joseph Botelho, who will skillfully build you an excellent coffin. If you want to work out your problems, come to our social worker, Cindy Ago of 150. Your hair must need cutting, so see Margaret Anastas. Evelyn Zango has modeling classes every day for all who are interested. Roberta Morris will be glad to help you with your secretarial work, especially bookkeeping. Kathie Neofotisto will tell you some real fishy stories (she’s a deep sea diver). Lor- etta McHugh is taking on a list of passeng- ers for her first air-line stewardess flight. Our top brass is June Netcher, who will bless the U.S.A.F. with her services. Jerry Coffey is going to be president of the AA. Twenty-one Joseph Behan will be taking Jack Benny’s place on the violin at “39. Barbara Gerrior will teach driving in her ’58 Lincoln. Room 147 would like to announce that we have Snow White and her seven dwarfs among us! Snow White, Miss Ayers; Grumpy, Donald Gedick; Sneezy, Fred Bunbridge; Sleepy, Carl George; Happy, Margaret Cur- ley; Doc, William Brine; Bashful, Joanne Barnes; Dopey, Judith Baldi. We in 147 are all so fond of Miss Ayers that we made up this poem about her. Miss Ayers is the queen of 147; She watches us like an angel in heaven; She is always in demand to give us a helping hand; And wherever in the end we land; We’ll thank Miss Ayers for being just grand. Congratulations to room 106 for the Hal- loween display. Now for some of the vital statistics. George Ells is our class proctor (the best yet!) This was the result of a unanimous vote taken by the girls. (All two.) Vinny DiRusso is the class clown; Ronald D’Amato is the best dressed; George Sharpe is the quietest. Just a few pet peeves were re- ported. Catherine Ferrarine, short boys; Gloria Hachey, alarm clocks; John Gasper, dogs, and Miss Connolly has one which chills her soul. It is called “chair tilting. Room 152 congratulates Sebastian Piccolo for being a member of our winning foot- ball team. Keep it up, Seb. We’re proud of Barbara Lamb, too. She’s one of our very best cheerleaders. Good luck, kids. By the way, how did Henry Perry get in the first row, first seat? Room 154 has compiled the following sta- tistics: Cutest girl, Jeannie Capuano; cutest boy, Angelino Carlino; best personality (girl) Ethel Ardolino; best personality (boy) Vinny Bucanero; best dressed girl, Marilyn Cameron; best dressed boy, Danny Greib; class clown, Barbara Brown; most talkative, Mary Ellen Ivester; class brain, Joe Bruno; cutest smile, Richard Humphrey; most likely to succeed, Robert Brown. The members of 151 congratulate Sophie Cymbalak for being awarded her citizenship papers. She is now a citizen of the United States. We have also discovered that there are several members of 151 with peeves: Lorraine DeMille’s pet peeve is homework; Barbara Bennett dislikes conceited boys; (turn to page 30) Well, we know you want to know what we juniors have been chatting about this fall. That’s why we are writing about ourselves in this issue of the Radiator. As we open the door of 313's new modern home room we find: the most popular boy is Guy Feronie, the class Romeo is Ronnie Di Noferio, the class Juliet is Jerry Romano, the most talkative is Danny (gabby) Hayes, and the class clown is Guy Ferroni. 313 boasts a cheerleader and two football players: Gerry DiBonia, Jackie Burgess, and Ronnie Di Noferio. The occupants of room 31 would like to know the answers to these puzzling ques- tions: Why does Nancy Blown sit gazing toward room 25 during special? How does it happen that Francis Doncaster is always getting hiccups in class? Why doesn’t Ronald Della Grotte sing to the whole class instead of to the girls only? (You should join the Boys’ Glee Club, Ronnie). Why doesn’t Paul Dumas get a pogo stick to hop around on? Carrying on the homeroom responsibilities of 321 are Proctor Constantine Rigapoulos, Assistant Proctor Josephine Accorto, Bank Treasurers Judy Bresnahan and Joanne Brine. Twenty-two Did you know Joanne Brine doesn’t like short, cute boys and that Janice Kadler doesn't like to get up in the morning? The results of the poll taken in room 30 have just been released: Sally Moore is the prettiest girl; Beverly Richardson is the most studious; Thomas Paine is Mr. Hand- some; Delores Lynch is the best dressed girl; John Traniello is the best dressed boy; Nancy Davis and Arthur Burns are the most popular; the class song is “You Send Me“ (where?). The ingenious pupils in room 27 have de- cided to honor the following professions with some of their members: Policewoman, Char- lene Tyfe; osteopath, Lyle Devereaux; aerial engineer, James Callahan; undertaker, Wil- liam Coogan; electrical engineer, Wendell Jones; record librarian, Kathryn Mimnos; fireman, Joseph Flores; actress, Bonnie Moran; clerical worker, Marjorie Driscoll; automobile mechanic, Ray Antetomaso; and John Turner, choreographer. Occupants of cell block 324 want to know if Stephanie Colleron and Elaine Highland will ever stop talking during special period. 324 is proud to have Rita Falco, Ruth Melley, and Karen Halaby in Good Govern- ment Group and to have Stephanie Colleron among the SHS cheerleaders. Everyone in room 25 is “All Shook Up’’ over the loss of the door knob. Will the scoundrel who took it please return it? Congratulations to Phyllis Oates recently elected vice-president of the Girls’ Glee Club and to the football star, Bill Del Vecchio, who finally paid the last installment of his class dues. Attention! Room 330 announces election results: Miss Success, Carolyn Mullane; Mr. and Miss Popularity, Edward Linehan and Rita Naimo; Miss Cupid, Jean Manza; Mr. and Miss Flirt, Edward Linehan and Marie Compas; and Mr. Clown, Donald Chartrand. The members of room 221 are anxious to get to know you. Irene Tasse from Trieste, Italy, says “Bon Giorno” to you all. 221 boasts vivacious drum majorette Jean Rumson and “Delicate Delinquent” Richard Daly. What do Warren Mahady and Dave Sheehan confer about at the back of the room? Why does Karen Jones find French so fascinating? These are the questions puz- zling the minds of 332’s bright students. Welcome to Club 232! The most exclusive club in town. Look around. That tall, slender lad talking with the girls is Joe Barrett. The one who’s giving Joe the most attention is Dale Dangora. Across the room Louise Musto and Annemarie McWheeney, two permanent bankers, laughing with the great track star, Alan Stanford. Oops! There is a comedian Anthony Irani trying to make Carmen Gailey stop singing “You Send Me.” He can’t make Carmen stop. Help!!! The members of room 24 have selected Lois Bertocci as the best dressed girl; David Pegoni as best dressed boy; Mary Nelson as prettiest girl; David Pegoni as handsomest boy; Virginia Young as the most likely to succeed; and Sidney Kana as class clown. David Pegoni and Vincent Pero represent room 24 on the football squad and Mary Nelson honors room 24 by being a cheer- leader. Calling Sam Spades! Can you solve the three mysteries in room 32? (1) Why does Angie Errico wear pink kneesocks with red shoes ? (2) What is Elaine Cafarelli’s newest pastime now that the baseball season is over? (3) Why is John Tosi so quiet? Way up in room 329, next door to the sky, the students are chattering about election re- sults. Among the girls Nancy Bond is most popular; Barbara Davidson is best dressed; Mary Cronin is most likely to succeed; and Loretta Treska is class flirt. In the boys’ de- partment Raymond Mahoney is most popu- lar; Russell Brown is best dressed and most likely to succeed; Redmond Mahoney is class flirt; and Tliek Kouropenis is class clown. Room 329 boasts football player Redmond Mahoney and majorette Barbara Davidson. Way down in a corner of the West build- ing’s basement dwells a real gone gang. As you walk by, you hear three cheerleaders (Nancy Noble, Jean Compagnone, and Janice Nissenbaum) drowning out the not- (turn to page 30) Tw«nty-thrcc Wanted for 330, “YOUNG MEN!” Quali- fications—unattached and goodlooking. Area for Eligibility—Joyce Linardy thinks that the SHS football squad is a good place to start. Pat De Cellis thinks that room 31 is just about tops. Peggy Joyce would like to start with a certain somebody from South Boston High (traitor). Benefits—Two young ladies in front seats guaranteed to talk your ear off; one slightly groggy Roberta Brien- zine; a charming young lady, Mary Andrade, is willing to help any eligible boy behind in his studies; and Lydia Stavrinos has an extra pair of crutches. If the proposition sounds appealing, please apply. We think you'll have fun. Normal procedures have been going on in room 205. Filling out papers and getting acquainted with the school has been our most tedious task. Comical events also happen in this room. Three girls trying to get through the door at the same time doesn't work out too well. Most of the chatting from the girls has been about BOYS! If it weren't for teachers like Miss Keating, we probably would never stop. Although the boys have once more been classified as angels, they seem to start most of the trouble. A recent poll in 114 resulted in the follow- ing way: Bill Flynn was voted the most pop- ular and most likely to succeed; Rita Newell the prettiest, and Bill Ferullo the handsomest and best dressed; Richard Perreault unani- mously won the position of most talkative, while James O'Donnell followed closely be- hind as the class flirt; and last but not least, Rosemarie Maffeo and Gene Iannacone the quietest girl and boy. A few pet peeves from 352 are: Natalie Baeno, geometry; Judith Zermani, school; Beverly Farnell, homework; and Alfred Col- leameno, afternoon sessions. Claire Womblat, the pretty new girl from Bedford High School, is as confused as the rest of us Sophs. Look for a whirling and twirling and you'll find Elaine Di Pinto, our Drum Majorette. The keeper of the keys is Edward Roberts, while our sure-shooter is Diane De Nitto, a member of the girls’ basketball team. Our Romeo, John Nicosia has a pleasing smile, but Fred Darjeo rates a second glance be- cause of his flat-top. The winners of the Mr. and Miss Popu- larity Contest in room 210 were William Barry and Antoinette Mazzola. Marilyn Rigazio holds first place as the cutest girl, while Paul Beattie and William Barry finished neck-to-neck as our handsomest boys. Bar- bara Magnusson and James Burns were voted the brighest in the class. Lorraine O’Connor won hands down at the quietest and John Desmond was chosen the most co-operative. James Shea and Irene McCarthy were elected as class clown and most talkative, in that order. The class athlete is Antoinette Mazzola. Donald Desmarias takes the cake as being the class Romeo. Evelyn Ventura was voted the most likely to succeed. Homework, without a doubt, is our class pet peeve. There are always some funny things going on in room 344 when Gerald Mills, the class clown, performs his show. Each room has its own characters, as does this room, with Marlene Pitcher, our Robin Hood. Prancing around the room in her pretty pointed shoes, she performs the job of bank treasurer. Janet Mucci never has a dull moment, as specials aren’t the same unless she takes out her makeup, powders her face puts on lip- Twenty-four stick, and combs her hair for the fourth and fiifth periods. Room 106 has elected the following as their class officers: Proctor, John Maclsaac; Assistant Proctor, Janice Santos; Bank Treasurer, Ruth McKee; Room Reporters, Harold Mitchitson and Diana Flores; and John Maclsaac, bus ticket representative. If you want to forget your troubles, just come to room 110. With class comedians Ronald Boyd and John “Tiny” Fitzgerald, you’re bound to come out laughing. Our money-mad treasurer, Marietta Haley and Carolyn Rania are usually found counting money long after fifth period. Two very good athletes from this room are Robert Bar- letta and Paul Murray. We are happy to an- nounce that one of our members, Eleanor Passero participated in Talent Night. Room 206 would like to introduce you to a few of its occupants. There is Roy Beau- champ, our handsomest and best dressed boy; Adele Ferrari, the prettiest and best dressed girl; talkative Carmen Villa; studios Elsie Scioli; class clown, Andrew Biondo; and Diane Gordon, the girl with the best sense of humor. 349 would like to know what would hap- pen if Edward Clarke would not be absent, John Arcantoi did not do his homework, Robert Laghetto wasn’t playing football, Robert Veno did all his homework, and John Murphy stopped singing. A few definitions from this room are: Eiffel Tower—a French erector set that made good; alarm clock— a device to wake people without children; college degree—a receipt a son gets for the bills dad paid; hypocrite—a funeral director trying to look sad and directing a ten thous- and dollar funeral; sympathy—what one girl offers another in exchange for details. Among the talented breadwinners in 109, one without a doubt stands out above the crowd. Jackie Solari has been leading horses at the Pony Stables for two years without a mishap. What appears to be the latest hair style has hit 109 with a thud and is resting on the head of Ray Chamberlain. Paul Mi- randa is portraying the part of Romeo pretty well these days. Jane McPherson, the gig- gling wonder from Northeastern, is feared to have a pair of red kneesocks that possess the power to start her frequent spells of laughter. A few pet peeves from room 341 are: Joyce Clough, hunger pains; Joe Boti, girls; Janet Hardy, girls with dirty sweaters; Jenny Rodriguis, dirty ears; and Adele Poplawski, unpegged pants. Room 113 is really bursting with pride. Our room is being represented on the track team by Anthony Sordillo and on the major- ette squad by Sandra Connolly and Nancy McLucas. Robert Deardon and Connie Pege- lino are complaining that the hike up the hill is too much for them. Like basketball and hockey, the season for 354 is just beginning. First in our parade comes our proctor, Robert Radochia, and his assistant, Carol Santosuosso, both doing fine jobs. Next in line carrying several bags of gold and a strong box is our banker, Geraldine Mitchell and her assistant Donna Murdock. Proceeding after that with several stacks of papers, pens, and sharp ears, come our reporters Nancy Valente and Ronald Russo. Towards the end of the parade we have our fine bus ticket representative, Nancy Morgan. Finally at the end of our parade is the protector of valuables, “Mr. Locker Boy,” William Maney. Our news being finished, we will have to go, but just wait until the next issue when we will visit you again. Twenty-five S P I) i Ji Front row, left to right: Ed Copone, Sel Piccolo, Dove Pignone, Jerry Sullivan, Bob Duarte, Paul McNamara, Jim McCann, Ernie Duarte, Cosmo Piccolo, Paul Tuccclli, Eli Trovossos. Second row: Vincent Piro, Robert Murray, Paul Dumas, Fred Nasson, Jim Corbett, Ron D'Onofrio, Paul Reilly, Bill Brady, Bill Del Vecchia, Ron Phelan, John Burgess, Redmond Mahoney, Ray Spinosa. Third row: John Christopher, Larry Webber, Robert Batletta, Philip Perry, Louis Tuscono, Anthony Spartos, Joseph McCambly, Paul Laghctto, Jomcs Hogan, Paul Strokes, Virgil Aiello. FOOTBALL On a cold, overcast day late in October the words, “I’m very proud of you,’’ could be heard coming from the lips of Coach Frank Zammarchi, for although having just been defeated for the first time this season at the hands of a powerful Lawrence team, 13-8, the Red and Blue played perhaps their best game in years and by far their best of the season. Trailing 13-0 at the half, the Somerville eleven fought back, vainly outplaying highly- favored Lawrence and giving them quite a scare. Somerville rebounded with a safety in the third period and a touchdown in the final stanza. The scoring came about on some alert defensive play when a Lawrence punt was blocked in the end zone, giving the Red and Blue their first two points. Somer- ville’s only touchdown was set up on an in- tercepted pass. Three plays later Bob Duarte circled around end from the 18-yard line to score the six pointer. With a minute and a half remaining, Somerville took possession of the ball on downs deep in Lawrence terri- tory and tried desperately to score in the closing moments but their attempt was un- successful. The Red and Blue not only gained the re- spect of the Lawrence club which had a 34- point average in scoring going into the game, but is recognized as a top contender for the Class A Title. Much praise should be given to the Som- erville defense, led by Co-Captain Jim McCann, Bob Murray, John Burgess, and Joe McCambley, all of whom played a fine game and to the team itself. Coach Zammarchi’s eleven, who have a 13-8 victory over Everett and a 6-0 blanking of Chelsea, still are undefeated in Greater Boston League play. They have remaining league games with Quincy, Malden, Wey- mouth and Medford. In the season opener. Somerville shut out the Spy-Ponders of Arlington for their first victory since 1955, by the score of 13-0. The win was a combination of fine defense and some timely running on the part of Co-Cap- tain McNamara and McCann, who scored the touchdowns. The Red and Blue opened their home sea- son against Everett and earned a well-de- served victory, once again due to their fine defense. The offense was spearheaded by sophomore quarterback Phil Perry playing in his first game. McCann opened the scoring Twenty-six for Somerville and Perry later scored, going over from the two-yard line. Somerville then defeated the Red Devils of Chelsea on October 20, in a rough and low- scoring game. The Red and Blue, who fum- bled twice inside the ten-yard line, finally scored in the fourth quarter, with McNamara going over for the touchdown. Somerville’s scheduled game with Med- ford on October 12 was postponed because of the Boston Flu outbreak. On November 9, the Red and Blue lost a 27-7 decision to Malden, thus allowing the Golden Tornados to take over the GBO lead. Somerville’s only touchdown came on an 85 yard dash by Paul McNamara opening the second half. Weymouth, trailing by two touchdowns in the final period gained a close 21-19 verdict over Somerville on Nov. 16. Ernie Duarte and Ron D’Onifero accounted for the touchdowns, with Jim McCann kicking the extra point. On Thanksgiving morning at Tufts Oval, Somerville staged an upset victory over a high scoring Waltham Eleven 27-19. A holi- day crowd of 10,000 saw Bob Duarte and Paul McNamara each score two touchdowns to lead the Red and Blue to their stunning vic- tory. The win gave Somerville and overall 4-3 season record. Somerville’s scheduled game with Quincy on November 2 was cancelled. CROSS COUNTRY The Somerville High Cross Country team, facing some of the toughest opposition in years, went through the ’57 season without a victory. Coach Hegarty’s runners were downed by Boston College High, Malden Catholic, Rindge Tech, Brookline, and Cam- bridge Latin. The Red and Blue were led by Captain Joe Greco and Anthony Sordillo, who placed throughout the season. Bob Constantino, R'll McKenzie, Ernie Crews, Frank Hrubi, Tom O’Donnell, Dan Brothers, Kevin Culli- nane, Bob Pelham, and Frank DeCaro should be given credit for their hard work this season. The Somerville tracksters have begun prac- tice for their fast approaching indoor track season and are looking forward to a more favorable record. G. A. A. The GAA has started another very active season. Headed by its 1957 officers: Nancy Resmini, president: Vivian Santos, vice-presi- dent; Nancy Tyler, secretary; and Nancy Conway, treasurer; the organization spon- sors basketball, badminton, swimming, bowl- ing, and softball. A girl becomes a member by paying dues CHEERLEADERS Front Row: Nancy Noble, Nancy Fay, Eleanor Hopkins, Jean Fiskc, Priscillo Corbett, Margaret 8ucklcy, Barbara Gcrrior, Priscilla Cole, Barbara Lamb. Second row: Mary Nelson, Margaret O'Leary, Patricia Tildslcy. Jean Compognono, Barbara Murroy, Jonct Tosciono, Stephanie Collcran, Vivian Santos, Jeanne Capobianco. Third row: Virginia Rimkus, Elaine Ugolini, Carol Poti, Maureer Bradley, Margaret McQuaid, Geraldine DiBono, Karen Kelley. Twenty-seven of fifty cents per year payable to the treas- urer, Nancy Conway. A member may par- ticipate in any of the above sports. Points are received for each activity, provided mem- bers are present at the required percentage of participation. Points may also be acquired by serving on the GAA executive board, which consists of the officers, together with the captains and managers of the various sports. Addi- tional points are earned by those who take part in exhibitions. A girl receives a 4-inch block letter if she acquires 24 points; a 6-inch block letter if she receives 65 points; and a pin when she receives 100 points. The basketball team, captained by Jane Antolini and managed by Barbara Murray, has bounced off to another fine season. Mon- days and Thursdays at 2:00 P.M. the girls meet in the gym to learn the various skills of this sport. The badminton group meets every Wednes- day and Friday at 2 o’clock in the Gym. Nancy Tyler is captain and Joanne Palaz- zolo is manager. The singles tournament is underway (this tournament was won last year by Jane Antolini.) The swimming group, led by Capatin Evelyn Ells and Manager Pat O’Connell, meets at the “Y” every Thursday afternoon. This group is off to a splashing start. The bowling group meets at the K of C alleys under the leadership of Captain Nancy Resmini and Manager Ruth McGoff. The girls receiving the hundred point pins for the year 1956-57 were Deanna Bovernick and Carol Rimkus. The Seniors with the highest points were Carol Rimkus, Deanna Bovernick and Marion Price. The girls receiving the 6-inch block letters were Charlotte Coughlin, Rosalyn Perrone and Polly Wetmore. Juniors receiving the 6-inch block letters were Jane Antolini, Georgia Indelicato, Bev- erly Maxwell, and Patricia Wilson. Four-inch block letters were received by Charlotte Coughlin. Marion Chaprales and Barbara Sherburne. The following sophomores received the 4- inch block letters: Shelia Cronin, Karen Jones, Joanne Palazzolo, Louise Kingsley, Barbara Murray and Dorothy Thorne. All activities of the GAA are carried on under the direction of the Physical Educa- tion teachers, Miss Snell, Miss Daley and Mrs. Hennessey. WHAT DO YOU EAT FOR BREAKFAST? On Tuesday, the 24th of September, the editor and business staff of the Radiator, Marjorie Howe, Richard Welch and Donald Naugler, attended a Breakfast Press Confer- ence sponsored by the New England Dairy and Food Council. The purpose behind this meeting was to promote among high school students a recognition of the need for better breakfasts in all age groups, particularly their own. A jet pilot, 1st Lt. Harold L. Platzer, of Arizona, spoke on the need of good nutrition for strenuous work and for good all around physical health. The importance of breakfast cannot be stressed too much. If one fails to eat a good meal in the morning, one frequently fails to make up for the lack of proper nourishment in the later part of the day. Teenagers have a high nutritional need. Recent studies on teenage health have pointed out a dire need for nutritious, square meals. These nutritional needs are not fulfilled by potato chips and the like. Health experts agree that breakfast is by far the most important meal of the day. A survey taken in some of the classes of our school shewed that hardly anyone eats a hearty breakfast, if they eat anything at all. Most of these students wash down a doughnut with a cup of coffee or gulp a glass of fruit juice accompanied by a slice of toast. This is certainly no way to start the day. There are probably very few valid reasons why many people in America eat no break- fast. The common excuses are “no time,” or “I hate eggs.” A good breakfast should consist of a fruit of some kind, at least one glass of milk, cereal, an egg, and maybe bacon and toast. Twenty-eight Dorothy Silva ’58 Well, here we are again, reporting on the hit records of the day and those of the fu- ture. Johnnie Mathis, “Mr. Mellow Tone” himself, has a new two-sided hit. One side of the platter is “Chances Are,” and the flip side is “Until the Twelfth of Never.” Both are follow-ups to “Wonderful Wonderful,” and “It's Not for Me to Say.” Mr. Mathis, who has made his mark in show business by appearing on a countless number of TV programs is well known in the popular field of music and in the progressive jazz field. In this same category of beautiful R and B tunes is “Could This Be Magic” by the Dubs. Bobby Helms has a recording out, too, called “My Special Angel.” With such tunes as these constantly being played on our local radio stations, we should be proud of the music that is representative of America’s youth. Elvis Presley, who has had a number of hit records in the past, is currently going strong with what looks like another hit. The song is “Jailhouse Rock,” which has a beat that really makes you want to tap your toes. The Everly Brothers of “Bye Bye Love” fame have another smooth hit, “Wake Up Little Susie.” A newcomer to the hit recording list is Sam Cooke, who sings “You Send Me.” This song is covered on a bigger label by Tessie Brewer. Sam Cooke’s version, however, is by far the more popular. Timmy “Oh Yea” Rodgers has a big record out called “Back to School Again.” The Stroll, a dance rapidly becoming very popular, is danced to this song. The Rays latest recording is “Silhou- ettes.’ The chalypso is another very popular dance with teenagers now. It is a combination of the cha-cha and the calypso, hence its name “chalypso.” “Melody D’Amor” by the Ames Brothers and “Love Me Forever,” by Edye Gorme are good examples of the chalypso. Another very popular R an R singer, Chuck Berry, has a swinging version of “Rock and Roll Music.’ Paul Anka, who had a big hit in “Diana,” has another bouncy tune out called “Tell Me That You Love Me.” Doris Day’s new recording of “Rickety Rac- kety Rendezvous” sounds very much like “Tweedle Dee,” recorded a few years ago by Lavern Baker and Georgia Gibbs. Ricky Nelson, bright young son of Ozzie and Harriet, has a big hit going for him. The song is “Be Bop Baby”, a bouncy song with a terrific beat. Fats Domino’s “Wait and See” looks like it’s going to be another hit for him. Two new and coming tunes are Charlie Gracies’s “Cool Baby” and George Hamil- ton’s “Why Don’t They Understand.” It will be interesting to see whether or not these two records reach the million mark. Three best selling record albums are “Dance” with Lester Lanin, “Caribbean” by Harry Belafonte, and “Never Be Afraid” by Bing Crosby. Twenty-nine AN OIL RIGHT TOUR Kathleen Mclsaac ’60 During “Oil Program Week” on October 16, 1957, Mr. Vincent Bowie invited twenty- five students of Somerville High School to tour the Socony Mobil Oil Plant in East Boston. The transportation was provided by members of the Kiwanis Club. The twenty-five students were selected from four different Economic Geography classes as a reward for outstanding scholar- ship. This year marks the hundredth anni- versary of the finding of oil in this country and the seventy-fifth anniversary of the So- cony Mobil Oil Company. The students made their way from the Dispatch Office where orders for oil are received; to the loading area where the tanks are filled by hoses from oil tanks, the meter registering the amount and price of the delivery; to the plant where oil was canned for shipment to different parts of the country. It was encouraging to note the many safety precautions taken, since oil is com- bustible. For example: tank temperatures are checked daily, and vats of foam mixture are stored for use in case of fire. In the me- chanics department all the repairs of the company are made to keep all machinery in top grade efficiency. We owe a great deal to the Oil Institute not only for this visit, but to their constant research for the countless products we use daily in the home. Oil contributes to conservation in many ways. For example: sulphur is refined out of crude oil for use in later refining processes. Also, large quantities of sulphur are obtained from the fuel gasses of refineries. Synthetic rubber is obtained almost entirely from petro- leum, thus making the United States free or foreign supplies of natural rubber, should they be cut off: Ed Note: Hope you recognize a pun! CLASS CHATTER (continued from page 21) Lucille Cazzo is against sideburns; Diana Adams rock-and-roll; and Herbert Banni- ster’s strange pet peeve is girls who have hayrides on Sunday. Room 141 is proud to have among its mem- bers the following people in the National Honor Society: Cosmo Camelio, Evelyn Ells, Marjorie Howe, Marilyn Ince, Joyce Kalton, Nancy LaPierre, Beverly Maxwell, Also, among our famous members are Ruth Lan- caster and Carol Amann, who are contending for the title “Miss Car-Wrecker of 1958.” Dorothy Silva has won the uncontested title of “Rebel” in English. The members of 141 who grace the room with their presence dur- ing special period have organized a new club “GBIA” (Girls and Boys Introverts Associa- tion). To date the members number nine, with four honorary members from other homerooms. Evelyn Ells has been quite busy lately rushing about asking questions about termites and Sputnicks I and II. JUNIOR CHATTER (continued from page 23) too-soft voices of their classmates. You might be startled at the sight of a zebra weskin on Judy Beres. It might be possible to hear various students discussing their future professions. For example: Judy Boyajian will be world champion volleyball player; Marilyn McGrath an English teacher; Francine Giarmita will be a winner of the Nobel Prize for excellence in chemistry; Frank Hrubi another Bob Coyne; Louis Scutellaro, a bookie; Joe O’Brien a grave digger; John Piccardi a professor of mathe- matics; and John Vidgofsky will open a garage for repairing wornout sputnicks. Thirty ROVING How long would it take four termites working at a speed of two miles per hour to bore through a tree three feet in diameter? Solutions Double the size of the termite, multiply the rate by the distance and square the size of the tree—Louise Price '58. Come again?—Rita Falco '59. They wouldn’t bother.—Joyce Kalton ’58. 5280 times 2 equals 10,560 feet to 2 miles equals feet per hour. Divide 10,560 by 3. An- swer is 42 millionths of a second.—Kenneth Atkins ’58. It can be solved by the binomial theorem. —Karen Halaby ’59. The length of time depends on how long their teeth stay sharp.—John Coulton ’59. What would you do if Sputnick II landed on our campus? Solutions Put Judy McQuestion in it.—Jean Courtney ’60. Ride home in it.—Georgia Indelicato ’58. Call out the militia.—George Haley ’58. I’d stand around and look at it to see what all the sputtering was about.—Mrs. Hennes- sey. If Sputnik landed in any other spot than a legal parking spot, I’d watch it receive an offense slip.—Mr. Thornton. You Are There—Ancient History. Strike It Rich—2 cents change from milk How would you react if Pat Boone were your homeroom teacher? Solutions “I’d get a new wardrobe.” — Barbara Sherburne ’58. “Two words . . . I’d Jell.”—Ruth Lancaster ’58. “Wow!!!”—Sandra Mosher ’60. “I’d give up.” —Eli Travassos ’58. “I’d never be absent.” Rita Ricardi ’60. “Lump it! !”■—Albert Bowen ’60. “I’d stay after school in order to take sing- ing lessons from him.—James Flaherty ’58. What is worse than going to school ? Solutions “Doing the Dishes.”—Judith Church ’60. “Doing homework..”—Pauline Amber ’60. “That's a good question.”—Eugene Lan- caster ’60. “Getting up in the morning.” — Judith Helmund ’58. “Nothing.”—William O’Brien ’59. “Reading the Roving Reporter!”—Robert Langone’58. (This is the last time you ever get mentioned in the Radiator, young man!) Thirty-one TALENT NIGHT Rita Falco ’59 A highly enjoyable evening to be remem- bered was Talent Night, on Thursday eve- ning, November 21. Many of our talented students performed for a capacity crowd in Clayton Ellis Auditorium. Getting the program off to a happy start were selections from the hit show “Okla- homa,” sung by the Entertainment Group. The following acts kept up the enjoyment and interest of the audience: A comedy duet by Alberta Powell and Sandra Cuppucci sang “I Can’t Say No.” A piano selection, “Minute Waltz,” by Robert Fedele, “Witha Little Bit of Luck,” sung by Paul Machado and Daniel Brothers. A baton routine was done by Char- lotte Shepherd to the tune of “The Yellow Rose of Texas.” Mary Ann Amadeo played a violin solo, “Fascination.” Marion Moreno sang “Bon Voyage.” The Entertainment Group sang several selections from “My Fair Lady” while the Boys’ Glee Club sang “Fin- landia.” “This is My Country, “Your Land and My Land,” and “The Halls of Ivy.” A comedy skit was done by Vivian Santos and Anthony Spartos to “How Could You Believe Me When I Said I Loved You, When I Know I’ve Been a Liar All My Life.” Ernest Hart played “The Cat and the Mouse” as his piano selection. The Girls’ Glee Club sang selec- tions from “Snow White Fantasia, “When You Wish Upon a Star,” and “Syncopated Clock,” Paul Machado sang the “Twelfth of Never”; Ruth Lancaster, “Hello, Young Lov- ers,” and Carl Sarisian, “Make Believe.” A vocal trio consisting of Joan Mendousa, Irene Wackrow, and Phyllis Stratis sang “Just Between You and Me,” and “In a Little Spanish Town.” Our Majorettes gave a won- derful demonstration to the tune of “Ava- lon.” The Instrumental group consisting of Wendell Jones, Herbert Bannister, Joseph Griffes, William Andruchau, Joseph Miola, and Robert Doherty played “Rock Around the Clock” and “When the Saints Come March- ing In.” This was the number which brought the house down. WSHS-TV The Morning Show—before school. Beat the Clock—8:29 A.M. $64,000 Question—“Where’s your home- work?” or “Where’s your corridor permit?” You Are There—Ancint History. Stories of the Century—“I couldn’t do my homework because . . .” Plainclothesmen—Traffic squad. Strike It Rich—2 cents change for milk at the cafeteria. Truth or Consequences—A test. Name That Tune—SHS Band. Medic—A visit to the emergency room. Silent Service—Teachers. Public Prosecutor—Truant Officer. Dear Phoebe—Notes passed during class. The Guiding Light—Clock saying ten of 2. You Bet Your Life—Crossing Highland Avenue. You Asked For It—Sixth period. Verdict Is Yours—Report card. Thirty-two 3-IU, Somerville High School February, 195 THE RADIATOR SOMERVILLE HIGH SCHOOL 75th YEAR OF CONTINUOUS PUBLICATION VOL. LXXV SOMERVILLE, MASSACHUSETTS FEBRUARY, 1958 Editor-in-chief MARJORIE HOWE '58 Art Editor MARILYN INCE '58 Ruth Kotell '58 Williom Ellis '58 Thomas Vortobedion '58 Dorothy Silvo '58 Typists Rita Folco '59 Emma Coferelli '59 Literary Editor LOUISE PRICE '58 Contributing Editors: Vivian Camerlengo '58 Edythe Fishman '58 Ruth Lancaster '58 Feature Editor JOYCE KALTON '58 Frank Hrubi '59 Judith Helmund '58 Evelyn Ells '58 Business Staff Richard Burnett '58 Nancy Tyler '58 MR. ALBERT GIROUX Head Master MR. HUGH McCUSKER Business Adviser MISS OLIVE B. MacPHERSON Literary Adviser Reporters SENIORS: 102, Poul McLaughlin; 141 Constance Campbell; 143, Richard Hamilton; 147, Jeon Fiske; 149, Lucy DeBonis; 150, Barbara Gerrior; 151, Ann Bradley; 1 52, Cecelia McCarthy; 1 54, Ethel Ardolino; 241, Anthony Primo; 243, Charlotte Fafel; 244, Priscilla Cole; 245, Barbara Waters; 247, Regina Vaudo; 249, Thomos Varto- bcdian; 250, Barbara Borghi; 251, Dosola Lotti; 252, Charlotte Shepherd; 254, Jone Antolini JUNIORS: 24, Henry Billins; 25, Joan Palazzolo; 27, Kathryn Miminos; 29, Joseph O'Brien; 30 Sarah Moore; 31, Elaine Ugolini; 32, Phyllis Troniello; 221, Janice Fogers; 232, Martin Denning; 234, Karen Kelly; 313, Nancy Burns; 321, Shelio Cronin; 324, Karen Halaby; 325, Rita Whalen; 327, Josephine Forto; 329, Nancy Bond; 330, Marie Compos; 331, Nancy De Lo Cour; 332, Eileen DiCiaccio; 334, Ruth McGoff SOPHOMORES: 105, Carolyn Harris; 106, Harold Mitchitson; 109, Steven Cimorelli; 110, Carol Lambert; 113, Nancy McLucas; 1 14, Maureen Desmond; 204, Mildred Riberio; 205, Ann Magee; 206, Elsie Scioli; 209, Marie Francis; 210, Antoinette Mazzoli; 302, Arlene Price; 341, Joyce Clough; 343, Elaine Comeou; 344, Eugene McCarthy; 345, Daniel Arcongelo; 347, Joseph Volente; 349, Joseph Abucewicz; 350, Margaret Joyce; 351, Marie Brazao; 352, Mary Adams; 354, Ronald Russo Table of Contents Education—American vs. Soviet Louise Price '58 3 Everett W. Ireland, Our Retiring Superintendent 4 Boston School Editors Meet Scientist Marjorie Howe '58 5 A Musical Fantasy Ernest Hart '58 6 From Around The World You Came To Us 7 My Journey from Greece to The United States Louella Kelandonedou '58 8 Between the Bookends Judith Helmund '58 10 Homeward Trek Janet Resteghini '59 12 My Greot Grondaddy Arlene Towle '58 14 A Twist of Fote Pot Estee '58 15 The Discovery Edward Silveiro '58 16 Senior Closs Chatter 17 Have You Met? 20 Junior Class Chatter 22 Sophomore Class Chatter 24 Sports Basketball 27 Hockey 28 Track 29 What's Doin' 30 GAA 31 EDUCATION—AMERICAN VS. SOVIET Louise Price ’58 The recent launching of Soviet satellites should lead the way to a new and much- needed evaluation of our present educational system. Are American students being taught those things which contribute to the preser- vation of democracy and a lasting peace? And are we, as young Americans, taking full ad- vantage of the educational facilities which are ours? In a recent report issued by the Educa- tional Policies Commission, it was pointed out that “survival in this age may be staked on science, but the building of peace calls for knowledge, insights, and abilities of many kinds.” The report also notes that we must continue to produce philosophers, historians, and students of language and literature “to share with the scientists the promise of the future.” The report stressed that the real need was for those qualities of mind and spirit which enabled the American people to achieve their own ideals. The commission attempted to point out that the Soviet educational system, which produces an intellectual elite, could never function in America, where the strength of the nation is found in the talents and spirit of individuals. “The challenge before the American people calls them to evaluate their schools and to help improve them,” the commission said. “There is no reason, however, to abandon the basic democratic pattern on which they have been developed.” This was first recommended in 1949 by President Eisenhower when he was a member cf the commission. “Our sys- tem of universal education,” Mr. Eisenhower then stated, “provides a means of developing individual capacities. It possesses a far great- er potential for future development of Amer- ica’s strength than has yet been realized.” Among the improvements that are needed now, the report listed better opportunities for able students; better counselling and guid- ance; an improvement in the selection and training of teachers; better equipped build- ings, and improvement in instruction of all subjects. This is, therefore, not a matter of competi- tion with the Soviet forms of education, but rather a challenge to every American to rise to his own best potential. And this is the part that we, as students, have to play in this vast evaluation program. We must analyze our capabilities and rise to our very highest potential, so that we will be giving to our country “those things which contribute to the preservation of democracy and the build- ing of a lasting peace.” Three EVERETT W. IRELAND WELL DONE, GOOD AND FAITHFUL SERVANT February is the birth month of some stal- wart American men who braved the vicissi- tudes of the circumstances to which destiny called them, and who surmounted the odds by their courageous battle for the right, the true, and the just. Such a man is our re- tiring Superintendent of Schools, Everett W. Ireland. Widely known as an educator as well as a proficient administrator, he has skillfully guided the public school system in Somer- ville for the past thirty years. His service as our suprintendent will terminate on February 28, when he reaches the age which makes retirement mandatory by law. A native of Somerville, Mr. Ireland at- tended the Morse School and was graduated from Somerville English High School in 1907. He was graduated from Tufts College, School of Engineering in 1911. While at Tufts, he distinguished himself scholastical- ly, and as a four-year member of the varsity football team on which he played center. He was captain of the team in his senior year. Twice he was awarded the class prize, pre- sented for excellence in studies and for ath- letic ability. At his graduation in 1911 he was presented with the cherished award for be- ing the best student-athlete. His first position in the teaching profes- sion was in Auburn-Lewiston, Maine. After that he went to Salem High School as a teacher and coach. During World War I he was a civilian instructor for the United States Government in steam engineering at Wentworth Institute, being assigned to as- sist in qualifying members of the 101st En- gineers for Army duty overseas. In 1920 he returned to Somerville and was elec ted Director of the Continuation Schools which he had organized, and in 1930 there was added to his duties the position of Di- rector of Americanization in the Somerville Schools. For many years he served as the Secre- tary-Treasurer of the New England Associa- tion of School Superintendents, and the Mas- sachusetts School Superintendents’ Associa- tion. His Presidencies included that of the Middlesex County Teachers’ Association and the Tufts College Teachers’ Association. In addition to being a member of the Super- intendents’ Round Table, he had a notable Four distinction in his membership in the “96 Club comprised of Superintendents of Schools, each state represented by two, par- ticularly prominent in the educational field. Mr. Ireland’s fraternal affiliations include the Masons, and his Christian denomination is the Episcopal Church. In the community, he was outstanding in the Kiwanis service clubs, President of the Somerville Club in 1929, Lieutenant Governor of the 5th District of Kiwanis International in 1933, District Secretary in 1935, and Dis- trict Governor in 1937. His two daughters, who attended the Som- erville Public Schools and Tufts College, are married, one living in Vermont and the other in Connecticut. Mr. Ireland and his wife are now enjoying a well-earned rest in Florida. HOSTON SCHOOL EDITORS MEET SCIENTIST “Science is really the systematic scratch- ing of the itch to know. We must discover how nature operates but we ourselves must write the instruction book, declared Dr. Hynek to his audience seated in the main ballroom of the Sheraton Plaza Hotel on the afternoon of January seventeenth. Nearly 600 student editors were assembled to hear and quiz Dr. J. Allen Hynek, associ- ate director of the Smithsonian Astro-physi- cal Observatory. The session was to be fur- ther highlighted by being the first Boston Globe High School Editors Conference to be televised. John I. Taylor, treasurer of the Boston Globe, opened the program and introduced Ralph Lowell, distinguished president and founder of educational television in Boston. Mr. Lowell declared that WGBII channel two was indeed honored to be first to present such a gathering on the air. After being presented to his youthful audi- ence, Dr. Hynek said that he himself was once a high school editor—at Crane Technical High School in Chicago. In fact, he was then debating whether to become an editor or an astronomer. He had heard from seniors that trigonometry was “very tough. With much uncertainty, though, the Smithsonian di- rector took the “trig” course, achieved A, and turned to astronomy. “That’s the kind of fear with which so many of us approach math and science, he said. To reduce this “emotional block, Dr. Hynek suggested that students be given a friendly introduction to science and trigo- nometry at an earlier age. Dr. Hynek also told the group that as writers and editors, they could break down the myth that the in- tellectual or scientific life is empty and un- attractive. Scientists have too long been caricatured in cartoons and elsewhere as “test tube boys, or “absent minded profes- sors, and looked upon as “odd balls, he remarked. Explaining how science began as an in- ternational venture. Dr. Hynek stated that this internationalism, though not entirely dead, must be strongly re-established. He firmly asserted that a brotherhood of scientists from the U. S. and other countries would be wise and beneficial to all. A “Scien- tific Olympics would point the way for na- tions to use their energy constructively. A high war of achievement and accomplish- ment, he explained would breed more dis- trust. The I.G.Y (International Geo-Physi- cal Year) is a firm step toward international harmony; for over 67 nations are co-opera- ting and dealing with unclassified informa- tion. Is the U. S. behind Russia because of in- adequate revenue or lack of scientists? “It isn’t important whether we are behind or ahead,” replied Dr. Hynek, “for the rela- tive rates of the two countries are not im- portant at the moment—only the rate of rates. Sputniks alone could not represent an index of a nation’s scientific events, he added. When asked if our liberal arts courses should be cut down to emphasize science more, Dr. Hynek declared that it would be unwise to produce too many scientists. “It’s absolutely necessary to have well-rounded people in all pursuits of intellectual life. It Five would be a terrible mistake, also,” he added, “to raise a race of scientists who can’t appre- ciate a Beethoven Symphony.” Dr. Hynek again stressed the importance of co-operation among ourselves in dealing with science. He said all scientists should spend one-tenth of their time explaining to the American public what they’re doing. Earlier, he had said to his young audience, “Not all of you will be scientists, but you ought to know where the scientist is heading and why.” He told them that, as future citi- zens, they had such a terrible responsibility that they could make the world or ruin it. Before the televised program, refresh- ments were served to the students. The Globe awarded prizes to the following editors for their reporting of the November Conference, at which Miss Susan Strasberg was guest speaker. First prize, Marjorie Howe, the “Radi- ator,” Somerville; second, Carl Jaffee, “Swampscotta” Swampscott; third Joel Cohen, also Swampscott; honorable mention, Constance Zaremba and Ann Daley, “Naza- reth Review,” South Boston; Yyonne Lam- bert, “The Guardian,” St. Joseph, Somerville; and Sybil Kales, “The Tower,” Brighton. SHS SENIOR IS HONORED Loretta Colonna, a petite, dark-haired senior from Room 252, was chosen to sing our national anthem at the Mayor's Inaugu- ration on January 7th. The inauguration, also attended by the Board of Aldermen, and the School Com- mittee, was held in the Somerville High School Auditorium. Loretta, who is planning a musical career, was accompanied by the SHS band. When asked how she felt before singing, she said, “I was nervous, but highly honored.” ON HIGH Kathleen Harvey ’58 Pook sky, so bleak, so prey . . . Not rosy and bright are your cheeks today. Cheer up, for now the angels on high Are washing your dusty face, poor sky. A MUSICAL FANTASY Ernest Hart ’58 His trembling fingers press the keys. Oh, fleeting tone, remain! The aged man can know no peace. Such beauty he must gain. His life is but an ardent work— A manuscript of song. He lives because his music lives. He dies when it is gone. The rain accompanies the sounds, Each drop in harmony. Melodic birds begin to sing. Oh, hear the symphony! A rainbow lights the cloudy sky. Expression lights the sound. The sun breaks through the gloominess. The music starts to bound. The aged man can know no peace. He works through day and night His music is his only food. A battle he must fight. His masterpiece is finished now. It's sound still echoes on. The aged man must play the piece Before his life is gone. The people fill the concert hall. He only sees the piece. The living phantom stills the crowd The noisy tumults cease. He strikes a chord to end all chords. It echoes through the hall. With this great chord he ends his life In harmony for all. I hear the notes; but he is dead. The stillness has a sound. It was not he that really lived; It was his song profound. His music is the sound of earth; No man can play a tree. His music is the sound of God: It lives eternally. Six From Around the World You Came to Us Front row, left to right: John Moc Isaac '60, SH$ reporter; Mr. Fowler, Adriono Compo. Back row, left to right: Roelof Kromhout, Rudiger Steinbrueck, Mogda Floznik, Vahe Herkoian, Louclla Kclandoncdou. MR. FOWLER “Who is the new teacher?” was overheard here and there in the corridors as school opened this year. For those who don’t know even yet, the genial, brisk, and learned gen- tleman is Mr. Henry G. Fowler, a Fulbright scholar from Australia, an exchange teacher taking the place of our Miss Helen O’Brien, teacher of Occupations and Coach of the Cheerleaders. In Australia he was the head of the Eng- lish department at University High School, the college preparatory high school about a mile from the center of Melbourne. We have been curious to hear about his homeland and have been so interested in talking about it among ourselves, it has only now dawned upon us to put it in our magazine. It has been a pleasure to see again the school magazine, “The Record.” Our records show’ that we used to exchange copies regularly. In University High School there are about one thousand pupils, whicp makes it a large school by Australian standards. The school is co-educational, but many Australian schools are either entirely for boys or for girls. A student from Somerville High would find school life in Australia very different from his own. Clothes would be no problem— you would wear a uniform; green for girls and grey suits for the boys. You would have a longer school day, from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m; and a greater number of subjects. There w’ould be a larger variety of sports and, boy or girl, you would be expected to participate in them. Because of the even climate, many sports, such as swimming, tennis, baseball, Australian football, and cricket, would be played almost all year ’round. Of course, there would be many extra-curricular activi- ties—and some would seem strange to you as they show a range of interests from flower arrangement to Judo! Since his arrival, Mr. Fowler has observed much about America and we have learned much about Australia. Coming to us, he flew from San Francisco to Washington, D.C., and traveled by car to Canada and back to Ten- nessee. He has greatly enjoyed the variety of our country. He is no longer surprised by hearing “Coffee to go!”, or drinking tea made from tea-bags! Seven In May Mr. Fowler’s family will join him here, and at the end of the school year they will return by way of Europe to Australia, where Mr. Fowler will assume new duties as headmaster of a high school in Victoria. MY JOURNEY FROM GREECE TO THE UNITED STATES Louella Kelandonedou ’58 On March 9, 1952, I said goodbye to my mother, brothers, sister, and all my friends and my native Greece and boarded the steamer “Nea Ellas,” bound for America. It was my first sea voyage and because I was traveling alone, I was rather frightened. But even though I was frightened, I couldn’t help feeling the thrill of being on the ship. It was so large and modern and had all the conveniences one could imagine, such as a swimming pool, a library, and a Chapel. It was 5:00 P.M. when we left Athens. As the ship was leaving the harbor, I could see my family waving; the white houses along the shore of Piraeus, Port of the Ancient Greek City of Athens; the Acropolis and the Parthenon fading away. It was as beau- tiful as it was sad. The next day we arrived in Naples, Italy. I was escorted through the city by the ship’s captain, who was my uncle’s friend. Naples with its beautiful bay and its clean wide streets is something worth seeing. After leaving Italy our next stop was Barcelona, Spain. Here we made a quick tour of the city which was very interesting, but much too short. Next we stopped at Gibraltar. This was extremely interesting for as soon as the ship stopped, sailboats with multi-colored sails seemed to appear from nowhere. Almost im- mediately long strings were tossed up to theJ rails of the deck where the passengers had! gathered. To the other ends of the strings! baskets were attached, which contained their wares, such as fruit, scarves, rugs and other items. From Gibraltar we sailed on to Halifax, Canada. Once, during the voyage from Gibraltar to Canada, we ran into very bad weather. The sea was rough and the fog was was heavy. The eerie sound of the foghorn kept us awake. The storm lasted about five hours and we thanked God it wasn’t worse. The most restless period was spent from Canada to New York, because at this point we could hardly wait to see the Statue of Liberty and the United States. I found New York exactly as I had imagi- ned or had seen in the American movies and I loved it very much. When I finally arrived in Somerville, I found the living, language, food, clothing and other essentials in a girl’s life to be much different than the life of Greece. But with the help of my kind uncle and aunt and the wonderful teachers and students, I found America as I had heard, hoped, and dreamed it would be. RUDIGER STEINBRUECK Rudiger came to the United States in No- vember of 1956 from Minden, West Ger- many. He landed in New York and was very much impressed by the huge buildings and all the noise and confusion of such a large city. He likes Somerville High very much. His home room is 205. In Germany Rudiger went to school in the winter from eight o’clock until 2 o’clock and in the summer, seven- thirty until one o’clock. He went to school Monday through Saturday with one month for summer vacation. After he completed eight years of elementary school he had to go and and work. Rudiger says that schools in Germany were much harder. They have just about the same subjects but they can not do thir homework in school. Rudiger is seventeen and thinks the girls of the United States are SO-SO! Eight IRENE TASSY Irene Tassy, of room 221, a commercial student, arrived here from Fiume, a town near Trieste, on November 26, 1956. Trieste is a city on the coast of the upper Adriatic. Irene was fortunate because she had some knowledge of English before she came. Her school was smaller than ours, but she likes our large one better! She says we have many more supplies—such as books, and pencils— than they had in Fiume. There the student must supply his own materials as we do in our universities. In Fiume, at the end of the fifth or sixth grades, examinations are given, which determine whether or not a student will be promoted. At the end of the twelfth year an examination is given which you must pass in order to graduate. Irene thinks that, on the whole, Italian students study more than in America. In our school, Irene especi- ally likes the library and the sports teams, which in Italy are not connected with the school. The favorite sport in Fiume is Italian foot- ball, which is unlike American football in that the ball can be touched only with the feet. About this time of year Fiume is gay with the annual February carnival. We have no carnival, but we hope our other attractions are as exciting to Irene. PATRICIA SIM Patricia Sim, (homeroom 351, scientific course), came from Scotland two years ago. She was born in London, and lived there for seven years before moving to Edinborough. In Edinborough she attended John Watson’s School, a boarding school in the heart of the city. The school was co-ed and included all twelve grades. In the high school grades, many students were preparing for college, while others were studying commercial sub- jects. The students all wore uniforms—“navy tunics,” as Pat says, or “jumpers” as we know them, with navy blazers, complete with pocket insignia. At John Watson’s School a typical day started with a jolt at 6:45. Everyone up! From then until 7:30 when breakfast was served, was clean-up time—making beds and similar drudgery. When tasks were finished, anyone taking music lessons, as Pat was, practiced until classes began at 8:45. Per- haps the most noticeable difference between classes there and here would be the fact that the teachers wore academic gowns to class. At 3:30 when “school was out,” there was plenty of time for playing, tennis, field- hockey, or watching a game of cricket; and time for doing homework, too! After supper recreation, more study, and prayers. It was “lights out” at nine o’clock. We are glad that Pat has come here to Somerville. We know that she doesn’t have to get up at 6:45 A.M. now to get to school, and we hope that this and other compensations make her glad she’s here. ADRIANA CAMPO Adriana Campo of room 221 is most im- pressed by the fast pace of our American life — which is very different from that of her native Naples. There the school vacations are much longer than ours—the summer one lasts from May to October. They don’t eat as many sandwiches as we do, either. “Sand- wiches were probably invented by somone in a hurry,” she says. In Naples the largest meal is eaten around one-thirty or two o’clock in the afternoon. They don’t have cafeterias in their schools, but eat in their rooms. Neopolitan schools are different from ours in other ways, too. A black uniform with a white collar is worn by the girls. In all their classes the girls are separated from the boys, and at the end of the day they are dismissed separately. Students in Naples go to different schools, according to the course they are taking. For example, Adriana who is study- ing to be an elementary school teacher, went to a school which taught subjects comparable to those of our college preparatory course. She also took science courses. She is continu- ing those subjects here in the college course. Instead of baseball, Neapolitans are calcio fans. Because of the climate the calcio season lasts from September to May. Nino Somerville, Adriana finds, is much more in- dustrialized than Naples, which has little in- dustry. Because of this, there is a scarcity of jobs, which she says is the cause of the pov- erty of the people. Naples is, however, very much prettier than Somerville—there, every house has its own lawn and gay flower gar- den on the street. In spite of the differences, we hope Adriana will like it here. VAHE HERKOIAN After a trip of about thirty-six hours, Vahe arrived in Boston on June 18, 1957, by plane from Bagdad, Iraq. The Iraq school Vahe attended was some- what like Somerville High. He went to school five days a week except Thursday and Sun- day, from 8:30 in the morning until 3:30 in the afternoon, with an hour for lunch. After school the students go home and eat supper, after which they do homework. There is no time for part-time jobs after school and they have six years of high school. Vahe says that the girls here are very friendly and pretty, especially the ones in room 321. Vahe is in the Preparatory course and hopes to attend Northeastern University in Boston. PRAYER TO THE SKY Doroihy Silva ’58 I think the stars are stepping stones For God's tired and tender feet; I know the moon is just a cone, Full of his gifts so soft and sweet. I believe the storms are warning signs, Of when He is disturbed; I feel that when the lightning climbs, It is an omen to be heard. All these things I watch and see, As they add to the mystery; Of God’s great pow’r o’er land and sea, Throughout eternity. BETWEEN THE BOOKENDS Judith Helmund ’58 In our last issue we took a short look at the school library. This issue we’re going to take a closer look. Books really can be fun and in the library we have just about any kind of book you might want. Here are some ex- amples of the books available. “Epics of Salvage,” by David Masters, would be an interesting book for anyone in- terested in the sea and in boats. Mr. Masters tells many fascinating stories that make up an exciting and dramatic account of marine salvage operations during World War I. “Inside the Atom,” by Isaac Asimov, is written in easy-to-understand terms. Dr. Asimov presents a difficult subject in a thoroughly understandable way, using fa- miliar objects as examples. “Yankee Ships,” by Reese Wolfe is an in- formal history of the merchant marine. Mr. Wolfe spices his stories with fascinating per- sonalities and anecdotes. “Clown,” by Emmet Kelly, would be sure to intrigue anyone who likes the adventurous life of the circus. In his own story, one of the best-loved clowns tells of all of the comedy and the tragedy of circus life. “Leopard in My Lap,” by Michaela Denis. Mrs. Denis chose to travel with the man she loved through the wildest, darkest jungles. She is totally happy with the life she has chosen, and her book reflects her joy at the wonders she has seen and known. Also available are a number of books that would especially interest the girls. For ex- ample, there is a series of books which por- tray, in story form, various careers. Among these are: “Miss Library Lady” “The Girl in the White Coat” “Nancy Runs the Bookmobile” “Katie and Her Camera” For more serious reading about careers, there are such books as: “Cues for Careers” “They Went to College” “Secretaries Who Succeed” “Summer Jobs” Ten For those interested in dancing there are, among others, “Prima Balerina,” and “Stu- dent Dancer. For those who baby-sit with ‘little monsters,’ there’s a baby-sitting guide written by the monster of all little monsters, “Dennis the Menace, with a little assistance from Hank Ketcham. If you like to read a few of the classics, we’d suggest to you a series called “The Great Illustrated Classics. Among them are: “The Black Arrow, Great Expecta- tions, “Jane Eyre, “The Deerslayer, “The Spy, “Treasure Island,” “Pickwick Papers.” These books are printed in easy-to-read type and are beautifully illustrated to make reading pleasant. And for those who have dreamed of travel- ing or who want to know more about foreign countries there are many travel books, in- cluding: “This Is India, “Switzerland, “Scandinavia, “The Netherlands,” “Great Britain, “Italy, “France, Paris, and the Provinces, “Land of the Russian People. These are interestingly written and lib- erally illustrated. Now that you’ve had an- other bird’s-eye view of your library why don’t you go up and see for yourself what’s there! QUIZ 1. With what book do you connect the name Maggie Tulliver? 2. In what book are Hepzibah and Phoebe Pyncheon leading characters? 3. What was the name of David Copper- field’s aunt ? 4. Name one of John P. Marquand’s most famous books? 5. For what books did Ernest Hemingway win a Pulitzer Prize? (1953). 6. With which of Victor Hugo’s books is Jean Val Jean identified? 7. For what literary work is Thomas Paine famous? 8. Jane Barrett was the heroine of what English classic? 9. Who wrote “The Good Earth” and “Im- perial Woman ? 10. Heathcliff was the villian of what English classic? •9}uo.ig iC|iuig Aq , KiqBpH Suuaq;nAV„ ’01 ' png piBaj c •ua sny ain?f Aq . aoipnfaaj put? apuj„ g , asuas uouiuioo,, • , ,,-saiqtuasiro saq„ -9 „-t?aS aqi put? ut?w PIO 9ML„ 2 4-Xaidy a ioao a:p?q aqi,, p •pooA }o.ix Xspg g •au.ioq;A t?H l0iin?q;t?M Aq 4 ‘saiqt?o uaAag jo asnog,, 'Z 10jia 93joao Aq 4‘ssoia am wo U!W„ ‘I SH3AVSNV THE BALLAD OF A HORSE Kathleen Harvey ’58 See that big dapple through the riding hall prancing? His feet weren’t always so happily dancing. As a grown colt with senses so keen, Bought by an owner, hard-hearted and lean. Sweet-natured and gentle with those who would care; But his purse-pinching owner a few oats would not spare. With hard work his fate, his sweet nature grew strained; Mean-mannered he grew but he can not be blamed. Left in a dirty and narrow, dark stall, His gaunt, bony frame was a sight to appall. Till one day a quiet, plain man came by . . . The dapple’s worth was not missed by his eye. To a new stable and stall he was brought; Good care, sweet oats, and blankets his lot. The quiet man’s ways soon brought him around, And for any young rider he’s gentle and sound. Quietly munching his oats he’s so tame With grey, dappled coat and silvery mane. But out on the trail his rides are such pleasures As he tries to repay his master’s good measures. TREE IN WINTER Annemarie McWeeny ’59 With trunk and branches rigid with the cold, It stood with feet deep buried in the snow, It waited for the magic touch of spring To bring forth darkness into light. Eleven HOMEWARD TREK Janet Resteghini 59 The warm Italian sun danced fetchingly down on Humberto as he raced through the grassy fields of his father’s farm in Bologna. Dewy grass moistened his bare feet and a feeling of utter happiness and recklessness flowed through his being He ran onward as his lean bronzed figure expertly and grace- fully dodged stones scattered profusely on the rich earth. It was a daily ritual of his to take an invigorating trip around the farm at sunset; and even though he was sixteen years of age, he ran as a child would “But why was this his craving?” he wondered. He had always loved to run, free and unharnessed like the wind, and sense the beauty of God saying good night to each of His creations. Freedom had always been his undying love. Once, when he was six, because he could not bear to see a crew of chickens shut up in a cage, he had set them free, only to have them eat an astonishing portion of the corn crop in the barn. The echo of their old brass dinner bell clanged him back to reality and he started homeward. The Lodis owned a large ramb- ling stucco structure which, regardless of its size, was a tight fit for Humberto, his five older brothers, three younger sisters, and adoring parents. But, he thought, as he saw the welcoming curl of gray smoke from their chimney, there had always been, as long as he could remember, love, good times, food and warmth coralled within the boundaries of his home. He entered the brightly lighted abode and looked into the shining faces of his family sitting around a table heavy with de- licious food. In quiet contentment he joined them. Of the six brothers, Humberto was the smallest in build, and so he was called “Pu- china,” meaning small one. The nickname had been his ever since he could remember. But he did not mind, for he knew nicknames are only given to those who are loved dearly. The family sat eating and talking together happily, exchanging little anecdotes of their day with one another. There was such an un- definable closeness among them that Hum- berto, young as he was, realized it, adored it, and lived every golden minute of it. They say the last virtue a child gets is gratitude. He was grateful, eternally grateful, that he was a member of this family with their in- genuous and cheerful outlook on life, their spontaneous wit, the appreciation of the arts, both man-made and God-given, their understanding and sincerity and their ob- vious, zealous love of life. Oh, Humberto! How could you know your world was about to be shattered. A short, businesslike knock came at the door, and the Lodis responded quickly to find their life-long friend Angelo Casti standing there. He was graciously welcomed, but his face was rigid with seriousness and for- mality. “Pietro and Maria,” he said, addressing Humberto’s parents, “I have some very bad news for you both, for you all. Tripoli’s troops have invaded the northern tip of our country and we must all go to war. The lead- ers of the city have requested that I see all families with sons old enough for the troops. They want all boys over seventeen.” His eyes darted to all of them as he spoke Twelve and Humberto’s heart, as well as his face, was frozen and shocked in disbelief. For years his people had spoken of war. It had always seemed far off in the misty future. Now, here he was sitting and listening to news of the dreaded scourge of war. In three short minutes his world had been taken from him. The laughing faces of his family were erased into expressions of consternation. His blessed love of freedom was being threat- ened as well as his family’s lives and right now he could visualize soldiers, gunfighting, and bloodshed in his beloved fields. No, he had never lived through a war but he had heard — how he had heard! Angelo left them as quickly as he had come, but what a change his visit had brought about. A silence hung about the group like the hushed moments just before twelve midnight on New Year’s Eve. It went on for what seemed like hours. Suddenly, the baby of the family, little Alda, broke into choking sobs which immediately sent the rest of them scurrying to her side. She was kissed, patted and comforted, and when they questioned her about her outburst, she said: “You all are sad with stiff faces—you make me cry too.” This eased tension somewhat, but not the undercurrent of fear in all their hearts. The inevitable had to occur, and after the three little girls had been put to bed the re- mainder of the family gathered once more around their table. The father spoke in quiet and controlled tones and Humberto listened raptly. Somehow, he felt years older, yet it had only been an hour or so since Angelo had brought forth his declaration. His eyes bare- ly stinging with tears, rested tenderly on each of his brothers’ faces. They were all older than seventeen. They would have to go; he would have to stay. It was as simple as that, and no amount of wishing or pleading could change that. His father was a wise man, Humberto thought, as he looked at his almost beauti- ful face, a face that mirrored laughter and tears, that was burnt by the sun and chilled by the cold, and had taken its span of years remarkably. That face had always been there, in sickness, in hard times, and when- ever a young boy had needed counsel. “My sons,” the father spoke, “You all know what I must say, and you know what has to be done. All of you, except you, ‘Pu- china’, (he spoke the names lovingly), must fight for Italy. Your mother and I, we can- not bear to have you go; it’s like taking the branches from a tree, but we know' you must, and we must let you go, no matter how great the pain. You will be brave, my sons, I know. And you, too, ‘Puchina,’ he went on looking sternly at Humberto, “you too must be brave, as brave as the rest, for you are going to have to leave Italy and go to America!” For a moment Humberto went sick and white with disbelief. “But, father,” he said, “you can’t mean it. I couldn’t!” “Puchina,” he said, “it is your duty. I have thought it over and decided. You are to take your three sisters and flee the country to protect them. This war is serious. Your mother and I will stay here at home, because your brothers must go to war. That is the only way it can be. You must understand that and do it, for it is your duty to the younger children and the rest of the family.” “Yes, father, I understand,” said Hum- berto, with a heavy heart. Needless to say the boy spent a sleepless night. He was to leave tomorrow afternoon at five, before the troops were able to work their way down to his city. He rose at dawn the next morning, packed an enormous lunch and told his mother that he was going to spend a few hours walking. His mother un- derstood perfectly and she let her son go to wander about his precious countryside, that he soon would roam no longer. First Hum- berto went to the sea. The great, green, ma- jestic sea, where he had been to swim that warm July day. How many years ago that seemed now. He wandered to the water’s edge and let the foaming surf cover his bare feet. Was there anything as cool and refresh- ing as the peaceful, Mediterranean? Then he turned and ran wildly along the warm, soft white sand, causing it to fan out along behind him. He threw himself headlong down into the soft sand and thought, “God. God, Thirteen please help me. How can I bear to leave all I have ever known or loved? My home, my family, my fields, my mountains, my animals. I will surely die in America. I am so unfa- miliar with that country and its crowded cities, automobiles, rushing people. How can I go to a country when all I have in common with its people is my love for freedom? I’ve heard they adore freedom there. Maybe that will help some.” Next the boy visited his blue and purple tipped hills. He climbed for an hour in the warm golden sunshine. His misty eyes took in every square inch of the surrounding land- scape and etched it in his mind. He filed the breathtaking scenes in his memory for fu- ture use, perhaps for some rainy day in America. All day long he wandered this way, looking at places where he used to play, say- ing goodbye to people he had known since birth and visiting his old schoolhouse. Last of all, his trail led him to his own, dear fields home on the farm. It was sunset. He sat and watched the golden sun dip down behind the purple mountain. Magenta and gray swirled together to form a backing for the fat spar- rows flying home for the night. Crickets started their evening serenade, while the last traces of gold faded on the horizon. Then the old brass dinner bell summoned him to his last meal in Italy, and he began his home- ward trek. ALLEY CAT IN THE SLUMS J. Celeste Kesteghini ’59 In slithering silence he edges forward, King of the rubble and the trash. His lion glance covers every corner of the wretched environment, And his cushioned feet move with caution through the hopelessness and despair. He is the master here. No lowly being dare upset his regal throne, So he moves along his quiet way, A product of laziness and poverty, His noble, whiskered head held high. He is the only life here, amidst the squalor. His mind is clear, and alive, Not like his human brothers who are downtrodden by fate. He stalks his quiet way in quiet watchfulness, King of the rubble and trash. MY GREAT GRANDADDY Arlene Towle ’58 Yes sir, my great grandaddy was quite a man, don’t you think? What say? You mean you’ve never heard about my great gran- daddy? Well, land sakes alive! I thought everybody had heard about him. Why he was known all over Aching County. People would see him coming from miles off and say, “Here comes old Ed Roberts. He’s a- totin’ his shotgun along, too. Must be goin’ to get his year’s supply of vittles.” Graddaddy was so famous that people could recognize him just by the gun he car- ried. A weapon of his own invention, it was a nine-barreled-six-foot-long- shotgun weigh- ing about 27 pounds. As all the barrels were wired together, it could be shot with just one pull on one trigger. Even its draw- backs were handy, too. It had such a kick that no man could hold it to fire it, so gran- daddy would prop the gun against an old tree stump, aim at his tarket, step back, pull the string attached to the trigger and “whamo!” ... he not only got what he was shooting for, but the recoil of the gun would split the stump into pieces of stove length leaving grandaddy with a week’s supply of fire wood. Why, I remember the time we went out duck hunting. Since we didn’t bother to go to bed the night before we were out on the marsh bright and early. The gun, propped up against an old fence pole, was pointed Fourteen toward the sky. Finally the ducks arrived. Grandaddy waited till the whole flock was in the gunsights, then let go with all nine triggers (in one, of course). Do you know that he pulled the trigger at five o’clock in the morning and by two that afternoon the ducks were still falling? Grandaddy was extremely clever, but per- haps we have to accredit some of his ingenu- ity to the surrounding countryside. Up there all of the animals had a certain brain power that could outdo ordinary wild life. Even the mosquitoes were quite intelligent. There was a time when all the summer folk kept sailing boats on one of the nearby lakes. One night a swarm of mosquitoes swooped down on the fleet. The next morning there wasn’t an inch of rope or an ounce of canvas to be found on board. A little later that week grandaddy’s farm was attacked by what he knew to be the same mosquitoes. “How did he recognize them?” you ask. Every mosquito was wearing a brand new pair of canvas overalls with rope suspenders. An honest and straight-minded man was my grandaddy. He was better even than George Washington. George couldn’t tell a lie. My grandaddy could, but wouldn’t. He was also very thrifty and strong - willed. He used to always say, “When you’re going to do a job you might just as well do it right and get it all done, fie proved he believed this the time he was shingling the barn roof and the fog came in. Grandaddy was de- termined to get the job done, so he worked on even though the fog got thicker. Soon he couldn’t see his hand in front of his face but he wouldn’t quit. When the fog lifted he found he had shingled ten feet beyond the edge of the barn! Did I ever tell you about the time gran- daddy got a moose, a wild turkey, two squir- rels, a bevy of quail, a peck of fish, and two buckets of honey with one shot? Well, he was out hunting for either a moose or a wild turkey, when a moose happened to cross his path at the same time he looked up and . . . hey, don’t go to sleep . . . wake up, come on now . . . Oh, well . . what can you do?????? Guess I’ll take a nap now, too. A TWIST OF FATE Pat Estee '58 Sally toyed nervously with her gloves as she sat in the station waiting room. She glanced at her watch again. Fifteen minutes more and the train would pull into the little station, the train David was on. Strong, dependable, handsome David, who had been her close companion since they were toddlers and who had taken her to parties in junior high, dances and football games in high school, and who was now com- ing home from college and . . . Oh, how could she tell him? How could you tell a boy like David that you had fallen in love with someone else while he was away at college? If only she hadn’t let Jean persuade her to go to that party. “C’mon, Sally,” Jean had urged. “It’s just a little get-together and all the crowd will be there.” Reluctantly Sally had agreed. There she had met Rob Ronson, who was new in town and was a friend of Jean’s boyfriend. They had talked and danced and had fun. He had taken her home and asked her to attend other social affairs with him. Then she told him about David. When he asked her if she were in love with David, she had said “Yes, or at least I think so—of course I am!” Rob called the following week and she finally consented to go to the movies with him. Driving home that night, Rob told her he loved her. Although she’d tried not to, she had fallen in love with him. They talked (Continued on page 16) Fifteen THE DISCOVERY Edward Silveira ’58 They were a typical young family out for a few days’ relaxation, away from the cares and troubles of everyday life. Father, mother and the two children—a boy of ten and a girl of eight. They were going to spend a few days at Grandma’s. The youngsters sat in back reading their schoolbooks while Mom and Dad sat in front listening to the radio. When they stopped for lunch, the children quickly disappeared, to explore the surround- ings. They soon returned and beckoned their parents to come see what they had dis- covered. From the top of the hill they could see for miles around. As far as the eye could distinguish the land was parched. It resem- bled a desert and then, too, it looked as if there had been a terrible forest fire here. The ground was blotched with black and brown formations of dirt. Yes, this was something; burned out for miles around and not a living soul or house in sight. “Per- haps it was an airport,” mused the father, as he caught sight of a long strip of asphalt stretching off into nowhere. But the asphalt was broken, and cracked, and pockmarked the whole of its length and width. Suddenly the boy dashed off, and in a few minutes he returned with one of his books ... it was a book on ancient history. Then he started reading about two countries that had fought a great war 3,000 years ago. One argued with the other about the way the world, as they knew it, should have been run. “I remember reading that when I was in school. History was my favorite subject,” said the mother. “If I remember correctly, they completely annihilated themselves within a few min- utes.” They were now standing on the site of that great war. As they finished their lunch, the father said that they had better get going if they were to reach Grandma’s by nightfall. So they started off once more. When they reached 600 miles up, the father turned the ship around for one last look at the desolate planet. Finally they were on the last leg of their journey. Only a million or so miles to go. “What was that place where we ate lunch, Daddy?” asked the little girl. He replied, “Oh, some place called Earth.” They continued on. TWIST OF FATE (Continued from page 15) things over and decided she’d have to tell David. She thought of writing him, but then de- cided not to. She would tell him in person when he come home the following weekend. Today was the fateful day! Now she sould faintly hear the train in the distance. Quickly the minutes ticked away and soon the train rumbled noisily in the station, and screeched to a stop. Through the noisy crowd, Sally spotted David's tall form emerging from the train. “David, I’m over here.” He came toward her, the same assured stride she remembered. “Hi, there, Sal. You’re right on time, as usual.” He took her hand and steered her away from the surrounding crowd of people. “You look swell. Had your hair cut?” “Yes, last week.” “How’s your Mom, Dad and everybody?” he asked politely. “Just fine, thanks,” she answered in the same reserved manner. “This is not the same David,” she thought. They both looked at each other for a min- ute of silence. Then David said, “Sally, we’ve always been good friends. Right?” Without waiting for her answer, he plunged on. “Well, I don’t know how to tell you, but, well, I met a girl at college and uh . . .” Having stood speechless while he told her this story, Sally now recovered. “David! That’s wonderful!” “It... it... is? David asked bewildered. “Of course, because . . . well, I met a boy, too, only I didn’t know how you’d take it.” They both started laughing as David pulled out a snapshot of his girl and Sally produced a picture of Rob. Riding home in a taxi, they happily talked over old times. Sixteen Ofaud.V CKtr� Sputniks and rockets may be streamin’ thru’ the blue But we send this chatter, which we trust, will wing its way to you. Room 241 has become one of the finest beauty salons in the school. After our hair- dressers, Regina Di Chiappari and Maryann Casella are finished with you, you will be ready for an elegant ball. By the way, if you have a headache you can always depend on Carolyn Calandrella to have an aspirin for you. We have a very hard worker in ohr room. His name is Robert Fedele. He not only goes to school all day but night school also. With our Basketball team doing so well we are proud to have Martin Conroy, the star player (we think) in our room. Robert Var- ny has been recognized by several young ladies in school because of his big brown eyes. Have you seen them? If you want to spend an enjoyable special period, just come to room 241 where you will enjoy being with all the sociable people in our room. Room 147 has composed this thoughtful poem: Miss Ayers left us a little while ago last month. Mrs. Harris came to look over us. While she was here we may have talked too much, But now we are sorry and thank her very much! As you walk along corridors of SHS, Drop in 147 and be our guest. Our entertainment is the very best: Our singers are Ruth and Janet and Olive. Our dancers are Jean and Judy and Daniel. Our actors are Fred and Paul and Joseph. Our leading lady is Miss Ayers, whose per- formance will go uncontested. Room 147 would like to congratulate Daniel Brothers on his election as President of the Senior Class and also as President of the Boys’ Glee Club. We would also like to thank our class proctor, Judy Baldi, for deco- rating our room so nicely for Christmas. Room 149 is now on an excursion around the world because of their musical ability. Some of the crew have different things to say as they pull away from port: Eleanor Dillon, See You Later, Alligator; Adeline Sciaraffa, Bye Bye, Love; Jack Donovan, Down the Road I Go; Rita Schera- tare, Will You Always Be My Sweetheart?; Jimmy Drew, Get a Job; Allan Gehl, Stood Up Broken-hearted; Alan Legg, Alone; Evelyn Russo, To the Aisle; Tony Di Legro, This is the Story of My Life; Carole Cane, Bon-Voyage; Bill Kaehler, Around the World. Room 141 is pretty proud of some of its members. Ruth Kotell has been accepted at Simmons College, where she plans to study math. Marjorie Howe, Editor-in-Chief of the Radiator, won first prize at the recent New England Scholastic Press meeting for her article about the last conference. Marjorie has also won the DAR Good Citizenship Award. Congratulations to Ernest Hart, Joyce Kalton, and Marilyn Ince who made Max Credit the first and second quarters. Seventeen Some problems have been disturbing the profound minds of 141. How does Mr. Martin manage to remain sane with a home-room like ours? Is it at all possible to keep the covers on the new desks from crushing your hands while groping for books? Three cheers to 102 for the decorative Christmas display. Thanks to Miss Connolly for all her help. There is a question we would like answered: Why are Ronald D’Amato and Robert Mclnnis always the last ones in? They make it on a wing and a prayer. We have a future President of the United States in our midst. Good luck, John. Although we don’t have anyone taking pre-driving, a few could use it. (Huh, Paul?) “Whys” and “Whats” are the questions in this issue of the Radiator. Why does Peggy Anastas and Janice Holmy long for Medford High? What goes on in the back of the room between Agnes Murphy, Roberta Morris and Marilyn Scutellaro every day? What is the secret between Carol McGovern and Car- mella Metrano? What could make Jerry Coffey happy? Have you been to 245 to meet some of the class? If you’ve been wondering, Sandy O’Neil is the redhead in our room. Rose Marie Pino is very quiet. Maybe it is because she’s always trying to finish her homework before the bell rings. Robert Cronin always manages to keep up a conversation during special period. When Mary Pagano is around there’s always a laugh. Why has Sandy Parkhurst got a starry look in her eyes? Is she dream- ing of graduation day already? Well, Helen Nicosia got her license and the school car is still as good as new! Our big question is: “What classmate in 245 rules the class with an iron hand ?” Believe it or not. We have a quiet girl in 251, Mary MacKinnon. During special, Bob Ventola and Richard Porter can be found either on patrol or asleep in this homeroom. Every so often Dosola Lotti bangs the desk and tries to tell the room about pictures being taken for the Radiator. Once in a while she succeeds. George Heafy and Louise Lagetto can be found in the back of the room singing a duet . . . bad voices or bad song? Robert Iappini and Joseph Zahar are al- ways discussing Physics. (Come on now, boys). Who’s the red-headed boy who is always blushing? It’s a wonder that John Shrebnick isn’t a nervous wreck. He goes driving with Betty Graham every Tuesday. The students of 251 would like to salute Miss McCarty for her everlasting patience. By the way, have you visited room 249 lately? Well, if not, here are a few questions that still remain unanswered. Why is it that Nancy Themo and Paul Tuccelli are always ten minutes late returning from the fifth period? What sort of machine does Paul Tierney use to add up his sixth periods? Why does Phil Murray look so unhappy lately? Is Eddie Capone really Miss Carven’s pet, cr is he just a good actor? Why do our track stars do so well in college review math? If anyone can answer these questions, please report to our Radiator reporter, Thomas Vartabedian. Its amazing to think that Gail Clark had her hair cut so short. If she cuts it any more, she’ll be giving Bette Davis some competi- tion. Have a heart, Gail! By the way, the Golden Voice, Paul Machado, is from 249. Congratulations to Judy Dorey for making max credit the first quarter. We also con- gratulate Paul Machado on his nomination to Secretary of the Glee Club and Tom Varta- bedian who was elected treasurer of the Stu- dent Council. Room 254 is well represented in the senior activity department. We have Theresa Adario on the Senior Night and Good Gov- ernment Committees; Richard Welch on Good Government Committee; and Donald Naugler and Jackie Bozzi are on the Class Day Committee. We have recently added a new member to our family in the name of Rosann Zucco. She is formerly of Revere High. Recently Donald Naugler was nominated to represent Somerville High in the selection of a student Mayor of the city. This was found in the question box. Why Eighteen is Jane Antolini so loquacious? Does Marion Chaprales lose passbooks on purpose? All answers may be left in room 254. Room 252 congratulates Loretta Colonna for being chosen to sing our National An- them at the Mayor’s inauguration; Ethel Spartos and Edward Silveira for being elect- ed to Good Government; Charlotte Shepherd elected to the Senior Night Committee; Peggy McQuaid elected Secretary of Student Coun- cil; Robert Ghoni and Charlotte Shepherd passed their driver’s tests and received their licenses. We are glad that Ray Kilgren is O.K. after having a case of carbon monoxide poisoning. Some pet peeves of our room are: Alec Bindekgey, pople who have no use for the outdoors; Tom Goralski, Registry of Motor Vehicles; Bill Ellis, C.C.; Richard Parent, “Zorro”; Peggy McQuaid, secrets; David Mosher, Little girl, 205; Edward Silveira, climbing stairs all day; Billy Hutchinson, Women drivers; Charlotte Shepherd people who don’t like raccoon coats; Fred Costa, mid-year exams. Room 247 has some questions: Who winds Joyce Crafts up in the morning? Why does Kenney Smith get so frustrated while trying to study? Is Francis Guest as quiet as she seems? Why can’t Richard Briand skip two lines between each sentence? Will Carol Mathews spend the rest of her life making up sixth periods? Is A1 Bertrand a spy from Waltham High disguised in a Somerville High basketball uniform? If anyone has the answers to these questions, please leave in- formation in this room. Our last item before we check out ... all eligible boys may leave their applications for Senior Prom dates in room 247. Why is Thursday’s study period a happy one for Evelyn Zengo? Why did June Netcher enjoy working in the office? Why is Rita Miller partial to Jackie? Why did Barbara inherit the name “flunkie”? We have the answer to one question. Kathie Neofotistos is going to become a lady wrestler. Room 152 is happy to announce that they have three members of the hockey team ?n their room: Robert Pennell, Henry Perry, and Jimmy Pommet. The great puzzlement of our room is: Where did “the briefcase” go? Room 154 has listed some of its favorite tunes: Beverly Eskolme, Let The Good Times Roll; Maryellen Ivester, Get A Job; Robert Annan, Wake Up, Little Suzy; Eliza Holden, Click-Clack; Mary Fowler. The Locket; Danny Grieb, Bo Diddley; Virginia Albani, Maybe Tomorrow; Janice Aylward, Coming Home; Lucille Ineson, Maybe; Helen De Larzeno, You Win Again; Dorothy Fen- nessey, We Will Make Love; Ethel Ardo- lino. 111 Be Home. It also has compiled some of its pet peeves: Mary Dalakles, Law; Alice Descorcy, Navy; Jean Fallon, To Be Kept Waiting; Mariellen Farren, Conceited People; Marilyn Commron, Knee Socks; Robert Brooks, Alarm clocks; Barbara Brown, Pre- driving. 243 wishes to congratulate those who made credit the first quarter. They are Sharon Williams, Donna Williams, Sally Voto, William Keefe, and Ruth Tassinari. Our little song bird was featured in Talent Night. Of course you know her name is Bunny Wackrow. We have a few questions we want solved. Why does June Rania always drop her books? Why does Peggy Doherty hate Mon- day’s special period? Where does half of the class hide during special period? Any an- swers ? Room 143 is starting to roll now. The class officers are: Al. Konig, Proctor, who needs a job; Richard Vannilii, Asst. Proctor, who plays the violin; Richard Hamilton, Radiator representative, who hopes to be- come a millionaire; Annette Mangone, Asst. Radiator representative, who hopes to be- come a hairdresser and a secretary all at once. Congratulations to Martin O’Brien for be- ing elected to the Senior Night Committee. Some of the members of 143 are now mak- ing plans for the future. Margaret Lowry, a poet; Kay Kelly, a nun; Al. Konig, a singer; Jayne Mclsaac, a housewife; and Laureen Lucas, a school teacher. Well, that’s us! Nineteen Have You Met? NANCY RESMINI ’58 Who is Miss Laughing Girl of SHS? Nancy Resmini easily wins this title. If you hear laughing and giggling as you are walking along the corridor, no doubt the cause of this gaiety is Nancy telling the latest joke com- plete with facial expressions and elaborate gestures. This vivacious lass is president of the GAA, a member of swimming and bowling teams, an active debater in Portia, and a member of Student Council. Although Nancy keeps busy with her activities, she doesn’t allow her marks to drop, for her name is al- ways found on the credit or max credit list. Among her many hobbies are laughing (with Nancy it’s a hobby), dancing, swim- ming and listening to Perry Como, her favor- ite male singer. She is an avid opera fan, listening to the opera on the radio and phono- graph records. She also especially enjoys go- ing to see the Metropolitan Opera Company when it comes to Boston in the spring. Describing her ideal man, Nancy says he must be tall, can have light or dark hair, as long as he has some, be considerate, kind, and must have a sense of humor. Line forms outside 141, boys. When asked her most embarrassing mo- ment. Nancy blushed and stated it was a recent spanking. The details of this spanking she refused to disclose. In the future Nancy wants to attend Bos- ton College where she will major in educa- paul McNamara ’58 “Yea, Paul. Yea, Mac.” This was a cry heard during every football game this fall. For Paul, one of our co-captains, by scoring in almost every game, did much to lead us on to our first victorious season in quite a few years. Paul, just in case you haven’t recognized him before, is five feet seven inchs tall and has brown hair and brown eyes. He is a very agreeable person, and gets along with just about everyone. His pet peeve, though, is bleached hair. Football is not the only sport Paul is in- terested in. He plays baseball, and is on the track team. Boys’ Glee Club finishes the list of this boy’s extra-curricular activities. His ideal girl, Paul says, should be about five feet five inches tall, have brown hair and blue eyes, and be very quiet. While thinking about this girl, Paul likes to listen to his favorite singer, Frank Sinatra, and eat Italian food. At the present time, Paul works for the Recreation Commission after school. His fu- ture: the University of Pennsylvania, and after that, “we’ll see.” tion. One day she hopes to teach mathematics in junior high school. Since she is a mathe- matician, she hopes to get married and “raise her own little squares.” Twenty Have You Met? PEGGY BUCKLEY ’58 Did you say you haven’t met Peggy Buckley? Impossible! Everyone knows Peggy. Some of them know her from North- eastern Junior High where she was vice- president of her class; some know her as the only sophomore ever elected to the Good Government Committee; many know her as the past treasurer and present secretary of Tri-Hi-Y; but most people, perhaps, know Peggy as one of Somerville High’s most en- thusiastic and energetic cheerleaders. You must recognize her by now. If not, it’s time you met her. Peggy is a friendly, blue-eyed lass, whose favorite song is “Somerville Leads the Way”, and whose favorite food is her Aunt Mary’s roast beef. Warning!—Don’t ask Peg what she does with all her money—for that’s her favorite fret. As to what her favorite “male” would be like, she says, “He would have to be, first and foremost, understanding and thoughtful, as well as a good conversationalist.” Miss B. Plans to work for a year and make her first million. Then, instead of starting on her second million, she would like to go to Salem Teachers’ College. Her personality, ambition, wit, and charm make her one of the outstanding members of her class. With all these assets Peggy cannot help but find success and happiness in life. JAMES FLAHERTY ’58 Almost everyone has some spare time. Jimmy Flaherty, however, is an exception to this rule. His few (?) activities include being president of Webster, a member of Key Club, and the track team. The Senior Night Committee, and Student Council also have Jim on their rolls as a member. Jim is 5 feet 11 inches, has hazel eyes, and is sporting a light brown crew cut. His favo- rite foods include non-skid spaghetti, pizza, and lobster. He especially adores his mid- night snacks. Although as all boys he has an ideal girl, he didn’t give us too much of a description. (Is he being shy or smart?) We did manage to find out this, though: she must be of medium height, have brown hair, a good per- sonality, like sports but especially track. All who think that they might meet these quali- fications will find 251 a good place to start. When he said his embarrassing moment was unprintable, we decided to find out if he had any hobbies. Along with all his other ac- tivities, this lad has two hobbies. Strangely enough they are girls and sports. After work- ing at the Confectioners Incorporated all day, Jim likes to sit down and listen to his favo- rite music and singer on his hi-fi set. They are incidentally, mood music and Bing Crosby. In the future Jim hopes to go either to Tufts or Northeastern for architectural en- gineering. Twenty-one Junior Class Chatter Seated: Vincent Piro. Standing, left to right: Nancy Noble, Frank Hrubi, Joanne Palozzolo. As we juniors enter the third quarter of the school year, we realize that we have passed the half-way mark of our high school career, and have a feeling of pride in the Class of '59. Room 24 is happy to report that Vinny Piro was recently elected Junior Class Presi- dent. We also boast that Dave Pignone was chosen as co-captain of the football team for next season. We in room 25 announce that Charles Anderson and Francis Sarno were elected to the Junior Night Committee. Here are a few things which puzzle us: What makes Joanne Tello so talkative and Grace Wood so quiet? Why is Bob Ashworth in such a hurry to get to Chemistry class every day? “Down under,” (a term we have learned concerning Australia), in room 27, the out- standing players in sports are John (Wiggy) Whalen, basketball; Paul Strokes, hockey; and Lyle Devereaux, track. We are still won- dering why Marjorie Driscoll and Louise Ghi- ozzi are late for Special period every day. Who’s the boy Charlotte Fyfe is constantly talking about? From the royal palace of 29 comes a chorus of thanks to Mr. Buckley for all the needed encouragement during this first half year. As you hurry by, you might catch a glimpse of our class clowns, Joe O’Brien and Johnny Picardi; best dressed girl, Nancy Noble; best dressed boy, Frank Hrubi; prettiest girls, Judy Beres and Karen MacDonald; handsom- est boy, John Picardi; most talkative Claudia Kelly. The crew of crate SHS 31 welcomes you aboard. Raise the masts—a victory—David Gibb has conquered the art of study. All hands on deck! Marion Moreno, Danny O’Brien and Tony Spartos just might be plan- ning to run off with our treasure chest. Any- one able to identify the “Phantom,” please contact room 31 immediately! The results of a recent poll taken in room 234 are as follows: prettiest girl, Carol Poti; handsomest boy, Ralph Tiesi; best dressed girl, Marilyn Carr, best dressed boy, Frank Licato; most popular girl and boy. Lizzie Kiley and Jimmy Rudolph ; class clown, Bruce Ross. We welcome two new members to the class, Dotty King and Mary Riordan. Why is Ginny Ferrarini soooo attracted toward room 209? A survey shows that songs most popular among us are: “Maybe,” Carol Le Bert; “Get a Job,” Dave Sterling; “Waitin’ In School,” Karen Kelley; “Sail Along Silvery Moon,” Everett Shones; “You Are My Destiny,” Carol Taylor. Here in room 313, our responsibilities are carried on by June Piasuki, banker; Guy Twenty-two Ferroni, proctor; and Susan Reister, assist- ant proctor. Room 324 has chosen: Joe Craig as class clown; Mary Bennett as most likely to suc- ceed; Melvin Hurly and Karen Halaby as best dressed boy and girl; Marilyn McKenna and Stephanie Colleran as most popular girls; Melvin Hurly as most popular boy; Barbara Hamivey and Joe Craig as most talkative; and George Travers as the quietest. In room 325, the $64 Questions are: How does Barbara Murray manage always to be the first one out of her classes? Why does Marilyn Jones still leave for lunch early? Why does Lois Whitcomb watch Captain Kangaroo? “What would you do if you were principal of SHS for one day ?’ was the question asked of a few of the students of 327. The answers: “Build a recreation room,” Cynthia Smith; “Put radios in every room,” Robert Charlton; “Hold the first bell at least until 9:30 A.M.,” John Votta; “Include a Military Course for boys,” Angelo Messina. Introducing our athletes, we have in foot- ball, Louis Toscano; basketball, Rod Beaton hockey, Robert Quinn; track, Ron Phelan. 334 feels that congratulations are in order to Ernie Duarte for being selected as co- captain of our football team. Our other ath- letes are Tom Brennan Eddie Braga, Murray dayman and Henry Kilty. Cheering them on are our energetic cheerleaders Janet Fasci- ano, Ginny Rimkus and Vivian Santos. The inquisitive students of 334 have a few ques- tions: Why do Janet Fasciano and Ginny Rimkus look so happy as they enter school at 8:28 each morning? Why does everyone from 334 look so wide awake after special period each day? Could it have anything to do with a certain incident which occurs at noon every day? Room 32 has some all-time favorites. Terri Vernazzaro, “In the Still of the Night”; Phyllis Traniello, “Are You Sincere”; “Carol Johnston, “Pledging My Love”; Angie Errico, “You are my Destiny”; Honey Varney, “Short Shorts.” Room 32 also wants to wel- come back Elaine Walsh who was ill. During the recent exhibit of Australia and its attractions, kindness of Mr. Fowler, many juniors visited the Library over and over again to count sheep. Walter Mclnerney and Arthur Burns expect a prize soon for being the best computers. They were count- ing by the number of legs, and dividing by the number of eyes, only the sheep were so close together it was a bit confusing. William O’Brien spent his time admiring the beautiful beaches. Some mysteries are plaguing the occu- pants of 332: Why doesn’t Carol Carlson ever come in on time? Who is really the cause of all Virgil Aiello’s trouble? How many girls is Chuck Cacos interested in? We would like to congratulate Gilbert McKee, who made Max Credit twice; Rosalie Paino also made Max this quarter. Following her is a long list of those who made credit. Geno DiSarcina represents 332 in basketball. That’s all Juniors have to say for the time being, so until next issue—smooth sailing! JUNIOR NIGHT COMMITTEE Seated: Louise Kinsley, Constantine Cacos, Vivion Santos Standing: Charles Anderson, Fronds Sarno. Twenty-three Want to know what we think? There’s never been a class in SHS like the class of 1960—that’s us! We haven’t been here very long, but we’re building up class spirit to put you Juniors and Seniors in the second balcony seats. We’re having fun, too, in our own quiet way. For instance, Welcome to 110, where Jeanne Bosio and Patricia Thomas have re- cently formed a Lonely Hearts Club. Who’s that leading the list? Lenny Paolillo, of course. Among many other things, we also have formed our own glee club (all boys). Room 110 is proud to have representing our class, Barbara DeWolfe on the executive committee and Richard Mineski, our own outstanding basketball player. And let’s not forget Richard LaFreniere, who is doing a great job managing the basketball team. Without a doubt, our class song is “Get Ready for Freddy.” By the way, we’d like to know what Marietta Haley finds so interest- ing in the west building fourth periods. The occupants of room 347 have elected Vincent Megna, Mr. Popularity; Maureen Driscoll, Miss Success; Charles Yackley, Mr. America; John Mullane, Mr. Comedy; and John Harte, Mr. Clothes. Whose pony tail in 106 keeps an occupant of 347 dreaming? As we look into the crystal ball, we see the following ambitions being fulfilled by the pupils of room 206: Beverly Simas is the air- line hostess on the first passenger plane to Mars; Artie Fraylick is a writer for Hot Rod Magazine; Barbara Talbot is inventing a burglar-proof paper bag so that culprits cannot steal the dessert from school lunches; Maryann Zachary is succeeding as editor of Mad Magazine; Thomas Curran fills the po- sition of Truant Officer for Somerville High; Andrew Biondo is employed as a dairy farm- er for the Borden Milk Company; Norma Stratton is the designer of elevator shoes for girls under five feet tall. Room 210 would like to report some pet peeves. Joseph Santosuosso’s pet peeve is wearing ties ; John Dowd hates to get up in the morning; Paul Beattie’s is coming to school early; Rose Puglia doesn’t like report Seated: Peter Suffcrdini. Stondmg left to right: Anne Zayo, John Macl« oe, Barbara De Wolfe. Twenty-four cards; Ann Doucett dislikes boys by the name of Johnny. Rosalie I)i Leo is one of Somerville High’s most ardent basketball fans, while Jean Olivieri is a Medford High fan (should have kept that a secret). The results of the polls in room 109 are: best dressed girl and boy, Alice Blackmer and Robert Brown; class flirts, Ann John- son and Paul Morandi; class humorist, Steve Cimorelli; most popular couple, Gary Barlow and Alice Blackmer; best looking pair, Gary Barlow and Priscilla Thimot; and the most talkative two, Peggy Groves and Paul Morandi. Greetings to our fellow classmates from of our pupils are participating in the various extra-curricular activities. On the football team we had Ray Spinosa and James Mun- roe; in the majorettes we have Bonnie Mac- Gregor; in the Glee Club Nancy Clark, Doro- ty Mooney. Ruth Ryer, Nancy Swett, and Jean Whittemore; and in Portia, Marie- Elaine Brazao, Rita Riccardi, Marjorie Emeneau, Susan Kaup, Julia Liberace, Eve- lyn Maloon, Patricia Sim, Nancy Swett, and Maria Teves. Anyone feeling ill or sick may come to visit room 105. We have girls who are plan- ning to be nurses and can give excellent care. At present they are taking Home Nursing for experience. Our future Lady President, Elln Kaskaviqi, has taken on a new post toward her goal. This job is the hard earned task of answering the phone in the morning. It’s a tie between Gene Spriggs and Patrick Gaven for the title of the “Most Unwilling to Attend School.” Are the people in 105 under-fed or are they just too hungry to wait for 12.03? Will someone please tell the members of THE CLASS OF 1960 RECEIVES ITS COLORS FROM THE CLASS OF 1957 ON CLASS DAY, JUNE, 1957 Left to right: Paul Newton, Joonne Bokcr, Leo Juliano, Robert Giordano, Joan Squizzero, Paul Murray. Annette Mozzolo. Twenty-five 302 how Mr. Protopapas fits all his sixth period pupils in one room. In a recent poll taken by the reporter, Carol Kelly and Tommy Donahue were elected best looking; Joy Caruso and Jeanne Steele most popular; Pete Bartalami and Judy Shirley, best dres- sed. We would also like to congratulate Tommy for being chosen for the junior varsity. Why is it that Jeanie Amann and Carole Caruso linger on the way to first period? Does “April Love” have anything to do with it? 354 congratulates Paul Papalucas, who was elected to the Executive Committe in the school elections. John Kelly and Robert Rado- chia are on the Junior Varsity Basketball team. Trying out for the class position of official clown is Robert Bozzi. Room 204 has held their elections and has chosen Janet Mancuso and Richard Heane as best dressed girl and boy; Carol Ferranti and Ronald Ricci as class flirts; Ronald Ricci as class clown; Sandra Grassia and William Quinlan as the most popular; Paul Ryan and Carol Farranti as best look- ing; Robert Resiputo and Lois O’Brien as the quietest; and Diane Fernandes as the smartest girl. In 352 after school, you’ll always find Joan Empey and Janet Conway waiting. Dusty Gladys Alizio is chief “Desk Duster”. John Nicosia might get a severe case of dishpan hands from washing the blackboards. James Lim, Richard Gilberti,and Richard Spezza- ferro us their spare time to pick paper up off the floor. With the winter in our midst, 209 has elected the following to lead in their snow parade. Russell Fleming and Jean MacDonald are the king and queen; the court jester is Arthur Donahue; Joseph Wright and Adele Ardolino are the court Romeo and Juliev, Edward Sullivan and Phyllis Sayanise are the king and queen’s advisors; the ambassa- dors are Vincent Crisafulli and Margaret Keane, and the court tailors are James Hogan and Gina Mammola. Hello again, Radiator readers. If you want to know what’s going on in 344, here’s the scoop! We have a very smart class proctor, James Burbridge who is always trying to collect money for class dues, but isn’t very successful. Then, there is Donna Henderson who seems to like the sixth period, because she never fails to come in late. There are also two honor roll students, Joan Hodgdon and Jean Courtney. Well, that’s the news of 344 for the second quarter. Hope you will be reading about us in the next issue. Room 350 had um big pow-wow: To find um out pet peeves of braves and squaws. First Charles Harkings, me think not have many whirls, He have um strange pet peeve of not liking girls. Jane Moriarty, sorry we sound um like preacher, But me can't imagine why you don’t like um teacher. Carol Hadley she smart, so she look and she look To find um worst pet peeve, it be um heavy books. Now Margaret Mahoney; as um rule— Have um common pet peeve of not liking school. Well then Judy McQueston she startum to grieve Walking up the hill be her tiring pet peeve. Me thinkum pet peeve that causum most clamor It be Mary Botelho’s, she not like um rotten banana. Room 341 has a few questions to ask the Radiator’s readers. Dottie Manuel wants to mention that she finally got her ring (on the telephone?) What has happened to Jennie Rodrigues? Where have all our English books disappeared to? (Mr. Jones is wondering, too.) If you know the answers to any of these questions please leave a reply at 341. We would also like to bid our farewell to Janet Hardy. That’s all until the Chatter space ship blasts off again! Twenty-six BASKETBALL On January 28, the Somerville High School basketball team was defeated by a highly spirited Quincy team, 66-60. The Quincy Five handed the Red and Blue their first loss in 14 games. Coach Jim Sullivan’s five opened the sea- son on December 10, when they defeated Malden 73-44. Co-Captain A1 Bertrand and Tom Brennan led the Somerville scorers with 12 points each. On the following Friday, Somerville played host to a strong Everett team in their open- ing game of the home season. The game, one of the most exciting of the season, was won by the Red and Blue, 54-53. The victory was preserved on a clutch basket by sophomore Dave Cochran in the last few seconds. Bren- nan was high scorer with 13 points and Coch- ran contributed 9. Paced by Co-Captain Jerry Sullivan's 16 points and Geno DiSarcina’s 11 points, Som- erville romped the Chelsea Red Devils 81-44 on December 17. On December 20, in the first meeting be- tween Somerville and Quincy the Red and Blue earned a 70-51 victory. Sullivan was again high scorer with 18 points and Ber- trand second, with 17. Somerville traveled to Waltham on De- cember 27 and defeated the Watch City Five 50-36. Brennan with 12 points and Bertrand with 10, led the way to victory. The Red and Blue then next met their arch rivals, Medford, on the following Thursday and defeated them 90-59. Bertrand was high for the game with 23, while Paul Burns netted 12. Somerville began the New Year on the right foot with a 90-46 romp over Lowell. Bertrand with 15, DiSarcina with 14, and Marty Conroy with 10, were high scorers. On January 7, the Red and Blue met Wey- mouth, one of the new teams in the Greater Boston Lague, and beat them 68-50. The victory was a team effort with four different players hitting in double figures. The next Friday, Somerville journeyed to Revere and swept past the Black and White Left to right: front row—Henry Kilty, Gcno DiSorcino, Tom Brennon, Co-Coptoin Al Bertrand. Co-Coptoin Jerry Sullivan, John Wholen, Paul Burns, Marty Conroy, Eli Trovassos. Back row—Cooch Jim Sullivon, Ed Braga, Red Beaton, John Malvcy, Vin Piro, Ray Killgren, Joe Barrett, Dove Cochrane, Coach Perry. Twenty-seven 67-46. DiSarcina was high man for Somer- ville with 14 points. Jim Sullivan's Five met North Quincy, the other newcomer in the G.B.I., on January 14 and crushed them 65-28. DiSarcina with 13 points and John Whalen and. Vin Piro, each with 10, were the leading scorers for the victors. On their second meeting of the season, on January 17, the Golden Tornadoes of Malden were once again on the short end of a 65-49 score. The Co-Captains paved the way to victory with Bertrand scoring 17 and and Sullivan 13. On January 21, with Burns scoring 18 points Somerville once again defeated Ever- ett in a very close game, 69-65. On January 23, the Red and Blue traveled to Chelsea and defeated the Red Devils for the second time, 73-47. Sullivan scored 16 and Piro collected 10 in the win. Somerville continues to lead the G.B.I. with a 12-1 record. The Red and Blue have remaining league games with Medford, Lowell, Weymouth, Revere and North Quincy. Somerville High’s junior varsity team, coached by Walter Perry is still undefeated in 14 games. HOCKEY Somerville High School’s hockey team opened the season December 21, when they played Malden to a scoreless tie. The game was highlighted with goalie John Doncaster’s superb performance in the nets. On December 30, Coach Pat Goggin’s six lost a close 2-1 decision to the Blueshirts of Malden Catholic. Somerville’s only goal was scored by Jack Burgess. The Red and Blue lost their second straight Eastern Massachusetts League game when they were defeatd by Natick 4-2 on January 4. Jim Pommet accounted for both Somerville tallies. Scoring three goals in the final period, Somerville stopped their two-game losing streak on January 11 and defeated Dedham 3-2. The spark was provided by Burgess, who scored two goals and Bob Quinn, who scored the other tally. On January 18, the Red and Blue swept past Brookline 5-3. Pommet provided the punch with three goals and Quinn chipped in with two. Somerville ran into a tough Wakefield six on January 25, and were defeated 5-3. Pom- met was again high scorer with two goals and Quinn was credited with the other goal. On February 1, behind Doncaster’s fine goal tending job Coach Goggin’s six shut our Lexington 2-0 to end the regular season play. Bob Pennell and sophomore Bud Mac- Donald each tallied a goal for the well-de- served victory. Somerville was beaten by Brookline in then- first play-ofT game 1-0. The Red and Blue have two more play-off games before they end the current season. o Twenty-eighl TRACK In the first meet of the season, the Som- erville track men bowed to Medford 46-30. The meet was highlighted, first, by Joe Greco who edged Wesley Foote of Medford in the 1000, and second, by Bill Cutts, who won the 50-yard dash. Although George Davis of Medford won the 600, we came in second and third, as the result of the impressive running of Ron Pag- liuca and Ernest Crewe. Ralph Tisei captured second place in the shot-put, with Bob Pelham taking second in the 300 and Bob Brown and Ed Callahan placing second in the hurdles and the 50-yard dash. Third place winners were: Virgil Aiello in the shot-put; Bob Laghetto in the hurdles, and Roger Powers in the mile. Although Somerville had two firsts and six seconds, the Medford team racked up points in the 300 and the mile and won the relay, giving them a 46-30 victory. Somerville went down to defeat at the hands of Newton in the second meet. The only firsts that Somerville had were: Bob Pelham, copping first place honors in the 300, and Joe Greco, winning the 1000. Joe was behind with one lap to go and edged Scott Brent of Newton by a hair. Second place winners were: Bill Flynn in the 300 and Roger Powers in the mile. Roger was not far behind with one lap to go, but just couldn’t quite close the gap. Somerville also placed third in four other events but lost to the State Champs by a score of 57-20. SHS runners received their third consecu- tive defeat, as Brookline got a 54-23 victory. Brookline won the 50-yard dash but Bill Cuts and E. Callahan managed to place sec- ond and third. Roger Powers placed second in the mile and Bob Pelham captured second place in the 300 with another great per- formance. In the shot-put, Ralph Tisei was the win- ner with Virgil Aiello placing second. J3e Greco took second place in the 1000 while Ron Paglucia and John Guinieri took third place in the 600 and hurdles. Brookline won eight out of nine events in handing the Red and Blue its third loss. 53-24 was the final tally as Rindge Tech downed the SHS trackmen in the fourth meet of the season. Although Somerville lost, the track men won their first relay in one of the most thril- ling events of the day. Somerville and Rindge were neck and neck until Somerville edged Rindge by a hair at the finish line. The relay team consisted of Dykeman, Pelham, Pag- liuca and Flynn. In the shot-put Ralph Tisei took first place with a distance of 42 ft. 7 in. Virgil Aiello also managed to take third with a fine throw. Bill Cutts was the victor in the 50-yd. dash. The run was a squeaker, with Bill com- ing up to win by inches. Although Rindge entered only one person in the hurdles, he managed to win. Tying the record, however, Bib Pelham and Bob La ghetto were not far behind in placing second and third. Other third place winners were: Dykeman in the 300, Pagliuca in the 600, Powers in the 1000, and Greco in the mile. Twenty-nine WHAT'S The Boys’ Glee Club recently elected as as officers: President, Danny Brothers; Vice- President, Tony Spartos; Secretary, Paul Machado; Treasurer, Joseph Gaultieri. The club is now preparing for the Glee Club Concert, which will be held in March. The week before Christmas vacation the Girls’ Glee Club entertained the whole build- ing before school, singing carols from the music room. The office transmitted the music to the homerooms by means of the new speaker system. The girls are now preparing for the annual concert. On February 5, the Music Department sponsored their annual dance with Tom Evans, a graduate of Somerville High, as the disk jockey. The proceeds will be used for a Glee Club banquet at the end of the year. Recently the Portia and Webster Debat- ing Societies held a joint debate. The topic of the debate was “Should Foreign Aid be Cur- tailed?” Neither side won, and needless to say, the battle of the sexes still goes on be- tween the two clubs. They plan to hold more debates in the future. On March 6, Portia will debate before the Senior Citizens Group at the YMCA. At the Student Council election, the fol- lowing officers were elected: President, Richard Welch; Vice-President, Betty Gra- ham; Secretary, Peggy McQuaid; Treasurer, Thomas Vartabedian. If you see any pink slips flying around the corridors, don’t be alarmed. It’s only the temporary licenses of the proud pre-driving students who have obviously received their licenses. Mr. Giroux now faces the ardu- ous task of teaching a new group of students the rites of the wheel (1st, 2nd, and 3rd). We hope he’s bought another case of nerve tonic. (He’ll sure need it). Under the direction of Miss Hall the TCA (Teens’ Citizen Administration) is planning to take over the city for a day. On Sunday, February 9 the Elks sponsored a rally and an election at the high school gymnasium. Congratulations to our SHS hoopsters who have gained the first Tech Tourney place in eastern Mass, this year. This is one of the earliest berths in the history of the Tourney. Keep up the good work, boys!! On January 11, the college preparatory students trudged up the hill to take their college boards at good old SHS. This was the first year that Somerville was an examination center. The students hoped the school’s fa- miliar atmosphere would induce sharper thinking and in turn, higher scores. Seniors have elected their class officers: President, Danny Brothers; Vice-President, Thirty Beverly Maxwell; Secretary, Marilyn Ince; Treasurer, Cosmo Camelio. After several extra counts, the Junior class officers were: President, Vinnie Piro; Vice-President, Joanne Palazzolo; Secretary, Nancy Noble; Treasurer, Frank Hrubi. The following were elected to the sopho- more executive committee: Barbara DeWolfe, John Maclsaac, Ann Zaya, Peter Sufferdini. Ernie Duarte and Dave Pignone have been chosen as co-captains of next year’s football team. Good luck, boys! On February 8, Priscilla Cole and Rouel Khonhout represented Somerville High at the Emerson College drama contest. They presented certain scenes from “Macbeth.” Each year the National Conference of Christians and Jews present an award to the three outstanding leaders in the Eastern Mass. area. On February 2 Richard Welch received a beautiful watch as one of three so recognized. He was also selected to represent the students of the state at the Mass. Con- frence of Parent-Teacher Councils. The five members of the Good Govern- ment Committee: Richard Welch, Priscilla Corbett, Theresa Adario, Ethel Spartos, and William Bannister broadcasted over Boston University’s radio station WBUR on Febru- ary 5. They discussed their project for the year, “Public Health Service and Costs.” Priscilla Corbett will be the SHS delegate to Good Government Day at the State House in March. The following were selected in the recent elections: Class Day, Priscilla Corbett, Jacqueline Bozzi, William Bannister, Theresa Adario. Senior Night: James Flaherty, Sharon Williams, Marty O’Brien, Charlotte Shepherd. Junior Night: Constantine Cacos, Vivian Santos, Francis Sarno, Charles An- derson and Louise Kinsley. GIRL’S ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION The girls’ basketball team got off to a great start this season by winning three games in a row. They defeated Winthrop High, Cam- bridge High and Latin, and Woburn High. The members of the Varsity squad are: Jane Antolini, captain; Ann Zaya and Connie Regolino, forwards; guards are Joanne Palaz- zolo, Caryl Sullivan, and Georgia Indelicato. Keep up the good work, girls. The girls’ swimming team, under the cap- able direction of Mrs. Hennessey and Evelyn Ells, captain, are learning water ballet. They are also being instructed in First Aid. The badminton team, coached by Miss Snell, is learning the fundamental skills of the game. The singles tournament was won by Jane Antolini, who also won this honor last year. The bowling team meets with Mrs. Hen- nessey and Captain Nancy Resmini at the K. of C. bowling alleys every Monday at two o’clock. At the present time Ruth Lan- caster is high scorer. Thirty-one BY THE WATER’S EDGE Constance Campbell ‘58 There used to be an old tall tree Down by the water’s edge, But time and wind and water Have cast it from the ledge. The bit of shade upon the point Has finally given way; Now lonely lies the sun-smote beach Beneath the hot sun’s rays. WINTER Pat Estee ’59 Arrayed in white, the trees all stand, Their branches heaped with frothy snow, All in a line to form a band Of crystal and silver against their foe The wind, first taking their summer dress. Now gusty, to take their winter fineness, And yet, they stand undaunted To face inclemency, not to be taunted; With winter’s end, they’ll bud again. NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS Isabelle Warnock '59 To bring hope in where grief and woe now tread; And give a helping hand in time of need; To bring love in where only hate has bred, And ease a burden with some kindly deed; To heal the wounds that sorrow has cut deep, And leave instead a brighter day unfurled; This is the resolve I make and pray to keep, That through God’s ways will come a better world. THE CAT Loretta Viveiros ’59 King of the Alley, King of the swill bucket Catcher of old shoes, at four in the morning Kicked, spat at, poisoned, And all that is done to alley cats. You do have a purpose in life — Your aim and goal — to be the best Garbage disposal cat in the alley. irSHOPPING FOR A JOB? CHECK WHAT YOU WANT: Good starting salary with regular raises □ Pleasant work with other girls and young men t □ Prestige of a responsible job with a well-known and respected company If your list shows three checks, then you should check into what the Telephone Company has to offer you. Smart girls are doing it now, before they graduate from high school. Come in and see our employment interviewer soon. You’ll enjoy talking with her. Act now, and you can say with pride, I'm all set! I’m going to work with the Telephone Com- pany!” See the Guidance Counselor at your school, and talk first with her about when and where to apply. NEW ENGLAND TELEPHONE AND TELEGRAPH COMPANY Thirty-two the adiato Somerville High School Spring 1958 3 gm ■ it h • s £ 'UJI SM 3£ fc?J '-■' ; •• :. I '• ‘ ' r V- . THE RADIATOR SOMERVILLE HIGH SCHOOL 75th YEAR OF CONTINUOUS PUBLICATION VOL. LXXV SOMERVILLE, MASSACHUSETTS APRIL, 1958 r a Editor-in-Chicf MARJORIE HOWE '58 Art Editor MARILYN INCE '58 Ruth Kotell '58 William Ellis '58 Thomos Vortabedion '58 Dorothy Silva '58 Vivion Comerlengo '58 Edythe Fishman '58 Ruth Loncoster '58 Typists Rito Folco '59 Emmo Coferelli '59 Beverly Richadson '59 Literary Editor LOUISE PRICE '58 Contributing Editors: Judith Helmund '58 Evelyn Ells '58 Fronk Hrubi '59 Janet Rcsteghini '59 Isabelle Warnock '59 John Troniello '59 Eileen DiCiaccio '59 Barbara Murray '59 Louise Kinsley '59 Feature Editor JOYCE KALTON '58 Dorothy Thorne '59 Sondro Coppuci '59 Nancy Swett '60 Rita Riccardi '60 Julia Liberoce '60 Business Staff Richord Burnett '58 Nancy Tyler '58 MR. ALBERT GIROUX Head Moster MR. HUGH McCUSKER Business Adviser MISS OLIVE B. MacPHERSON Literary Adviser Reporters Table of Contents SENIORS: 102, Poul McLoughlin; Ml Constance Campbell; M3, Richard Hamilton; 147, Jeon Fiske; 149, Lucy DeBonis; 150, Barbaro Gerrior; 151, Ann Bradley; 152, Cecelia McCarthy; 154, Ethel Ardolino; 241, Anthony Primo; 243, Charlotte Fofel; 244, Priscilla Cole; 245, Barbara Woters; 247 Regina Vaudo; 249, Thomas Varto- bedion; 250, Borbaro Borghi; 251, Dosola Lotti; 252, Charlotte Shepherd; 254, Jane Antolini JUNIORS: 24, Henry Billings; 25, Joon Polozzolo; 27, Kathryn Miminos; 29, Joseph O'Brien; 30, Sarah Moore; 31, Elaine Ugolini; 32, Phyllis Traniello; 221, Janice Rogers; 232, Mortin Denning, 234, Karen Kelly; 313, Nancy Burns; 321, Shelia Cronin; 324, Koren Holaby; 325, Rito Whalen; 327, Josephine Forto; 329, Noncy Bond; 330, Morie Compos; 331, Nancy De Lo Cour; 332, Ellen DiCioccio; 334, Ruth McGoff SOPHOMORES: 105, Carolyn Horris; 106, Horold Mitchitson; 109, Steven Cimorelli; 110, Carol Lombert; 113, Noncy McLucos; 1 14, Maureen Desmond; 204, Mildred Riberio; 205, Ann Magee; 206, Elsie Scioli; 209, Morie Fronds; 210, Antoinette Mazzoli; 302, Arlene Price; 341, Joyce Clough; 343, Elaine Comeau; 344, Eugene McCarthy; 345, Daniel Arcangelo; 347, Joseph Volente; 349, Joseph Aubcewicz; 350, Morgoret Joyce; 351, Marie Brazao; 352, Mary Adorns; 354, Ronald Russo Cover Design The Pleo of on Indignant Tecnoger Dr. Leo C. Donahue Woke Up ond Reod Comis Strip Writer Address Editors Foreign Students The Gift of Glory My Moine Postponed Picnic She Sure Seems Nice Golf Lessons Poetry Hove You Met? Exchange Poge Whot's Doin'? SPORTS Basketball Track GAA Boseboll Off the Record CLASS CHATTER Sophomore Senior Junior Spring Science Fair The Roving Reporter Williom Ellis '58 Louise Price '58 3 4 Judith Helmund '58 6 Marjorie Howe '58 6 7 Jonet Rcsteghini '59 8 Richard Higgins '59 10 Isabelle Warnock '59 10 Vivian Santos '59 11 Cormen Gailey '59 12 13 14 16 17 19 19 20 20 Dorothy Silvo '58 21 26 22 24 Joann Miceli '58 28 29 30 THE PLEA OF AN INDIGNANT TEENAGER Louise Price ’58 Mr. Jackson, a typical American citizen settles down in his favorite chair, unfolds the evening newspaper, and hastily scans the glaring headlines: “Teenage Mob Kills Three!” Turning quickly to the inside story, he bellows belligerently, “What are these teenagers coming to?” Isn’t it about time that we, the teenagers— the object of all this discussion—begin to give our views on the subject? Will the adult world listen for one moment while we air our indignation? To begin with, many of us are growing sick and tired of all this talk about the “mad teenager.” What must we do to convince peo- ple that the greater percentage of us are not part of that brass-knuckle, knife-carrying mob? Why do people refuse to believe that we are people—mature, intelligent people? Believe it or not, we carry textbooks home to study at night; some of us are planning to attend college after we graduate from high school; others are preparing themselves for the immediate responsibility of a position in the business world; many of us work part- time to help support ourselves or earn our tuition to college; and—above all—we have as our ultimate goal that of becoming mature intelligent citizens of America! It is a natural tendency to judge a complete group by the actions of a few. This we must expect. But when a situation reaches these proportions, some effort must be made to clear those who are not involved. And we, the ordinary, every-day teenagers, do not num- ber ourselves with the vandals and the mob- sters who are making headlines every day. They are looked down upon just as severely by us as they are by the adults. One question we might ask the press: Why not more publicity for the real, true teen- ager? The one who works for the good of his community; the one who serves on com- mittees at school; the one who is chosen to represent his school at scholastic functions; the one who wins local awards; the teenager who helps to support his family by working after school. These are the teenagers who remain unpublicized—lost in oblivion—while the so-called “typical teenager” makes head- lines every day with his riots, gang fights, and robbery. In conclusion, we make one honest, sincere plea to all who discuss and criticize the American teenager: The next time you pick up a newspaper and read about an old lady being brutally beaten by a mob; about a “gang fight” in the heart of some large city; a grocery store being looted and the cash register being emptied—just remember that we, the true American teenagers, are not a part of the scene. Three m come 2) ’. cjCeo 2 Lb)on.aLu.e The tall, good-looking fellow with the pleas- ant smile and no furrows on his brow, who walks with authority toward the East wing first floor, where no student dares to tres- pass unless on an official errand, is Dr. Donahue, who has been our Assistant Super- tendant for the past seventeen years. Born in Somerville, he graduated from Bos- ton College in 1929 and later received a Master of Arts Degree and Doctor of Philosophy degree from the same college. In 1948 he earned a Master of Education degree at Tufts University Graduate School. In 1954 he received an honorary degree as Doctor of Education from Suffolk University. He began his teaching career at St. Clement’s High School in 1929, and in 1930 he entered the Somerville Public School sys- tem as a teacher. He soon became Vice- Principal of the Northeastern Junior High School. In 1933 he became Supervising Prin- cipal of Elementary Schools and served in this capacity until 1941 when he was ap- pointed Assistant Superintendent of Schools. On April 23, the teachers of Somerville honored Dr. Donahue with a testimonial din- ner and a gift of money, at the Sherry Bilt- more Hotel in Boston. Four Dr. Donahue’s activities are many. For clarity we shall list them: Professional Activities: Chairman, Massachusetts State Board of Education, 1953, 1954; Massachusetts State Board of Vocational Education, 1953-54. Member, Massachusetts State Board of Collegiate Authority, 1946-47, 1949- Member Massachusetts State Board of Education, 1949- President, Massachusetts Schoolmasters Club, 1957-58. Member: Advisory Committee: Lowell State Teachers’ College, 1948-50; Massachusetts School of Art, 1951-52; Boston State Teachers College 1953- Member, Health Education Committee, Massachusetts Tuberculosis League, 1956-57 Member, Board of Directors, Boston Association for Retarded Children, 1956-57 Member, Massachusetts Special Legislative Commission on Educational Television, 1952-54 Member, Massachusetts Board of Educational Television, 1953-58 Member, American Association of School Administrators; New England Association of School Superintendents; Massachusetts School Superintendents Association; National Education Association (Life Member) Chairman, Education Committee, Somerville Chamber of Commerce, 1952- Chairman, Somerville Hospital Nurses Training School Committee, 1951-53 Chairman, Board of Regional Coordinators, Committee on School Participation in Civil De- fense, Region No. 5 (Metropolitan Boston Area) Delegate from Massachusetts to the Midcentury White House Conference on Health and Education at Washington, D.C., called by President Truman in 1950 Member, Governor’s Planning Committee for the Massachusetts White House Conference on Education at Amherst, Massachusetts, 1955 Massachusetts Delegate, White House Conference on Education at Washington, D.C., 1955 (called by President Eisenhower) Guest Lecturer: Boston College School of Education, 1953; Regis College, 1954 Member: Nashua N. H. School Building Survey Staff, 1950 Other Activities: President, General Alumni Association, Boston College, 1952-54 President, Board of Trustees, Somerville Hospital, 1956-57 President, Somerville Rotary Club, 1952-53 Director, Central Cooperative Bank, 1939- Vice-President, Somerville Chamber of Commerce, 1953-54 Vice-Chairman, Somerville Chapter, American Red Cross, 1940 Past Grand Knight, Knights of Columbus, 1934 Past District Deputy Supreme Knight, Knights of Columbus, 1935-38 Director, Middlesex Health Association Awarded Certificate of Merit by State Convention of Massachusetts Veterans of Foreign Wars, 1954 Member, Hatherly Country Club, Charitable Irish Society, Catholic Alumni Society Fivo WAKE UP AND READ! National Hook Week March 16-22, 1958 Judith Helniund ’58 t 0 Little do we realize the freedom offered us by our public libraries. We are fortunate enough to be able to select our own books, and are free to read and study about any sub- ject we wish. This great freedom granted to us by our government is extended through the free public libraries which are so wide- spread throughout the United States. In these libraries a fund of information is avail- able to us; this information is free for the asking. Not many people realize this, how- ever. Too often, the library sounds like a rather serious place; yet this is far from the truth. Our libraries can also be a source of amuse- ment. Here we find books which deal with every imaginable hobby or interest. Many libraries have records and talking books which can be borrowed. They also have the latest magazines and newspapers available for our use and enjoyment. In some states there are even libraries from which animals can be borrowed for certain intervals of time. All these services are made available to the general public at no cost. In large cities there are readers’ advisers, specialists who will help you plan individual reading courses on almost any subject. Smaller libraries are of necessity, more limited in scope; but through a system of inter-library loans you can ob- tain, through your librarian, an original or a photostat of almost any printed matter in any library in the country. Today there are more than seven thousand public libraries in the U.S., each opening its doors to us, the readers. We should re- member this and should be happy and grate- ful to accept this freedom. For after ail, not all countries offer this freedom. Reading can be fun! So why not “Wake up and Read”? COMIC STRIP WRITER ADDRESSES EDITORS Do you imagine that you’re “one in a million?” Well, you’re not! You’re one in 50 or 60 million!—Comic strip readers, that is. So says Mr. Allen Saunders, author of two famous Globe comic strips, “Mary Worth,” and “Steve Roper.” Speaking to some 300 high school editors in the main ballroom of the Sheraton Plaza Hotel on March twenty- first, Mr. Saunders first surprised his young audience by stating that “comic strips have some 50 or 60 million readers a day.” This, he claimed, “Is larger than the best TV or movie show at the same time!” He also noted that about 70 per cent of the adults in this country follow the adventures of at least one strip. Why do comics grip people so? Since they were knee high, explained Mr. Saunders, peo- ple enjoyed hearing stories, funny or serious, which begin “Once upon a time. . .” The development of comics can be traced back to the era of cavemen, who carved pic- tures on walls of their caves. At the turn of the century, Richard Alcott wrote a series called “Yellow Kid.” From this series the term “yellow journalism” originated. Jimmy Winters wrote a humorous strip of bears across a page. Thus, the word “strip” or “funnies” came into use. Later, Richard Alcott started to write “Buster Brown,” who possessed a pious tongue and was continually moralizing.” By this time comic strips could be stories or jokes. In 1921 Gus Edson wrote the popular “Andy Gump,” which was a series of funny Six strips about Andy Gump running for Con- gress. Continuity in the story strip can be best represented by Harold Gray’s “Little Orphan Annie,” first to follow “Andy Gump” in the 1920's. Other examples are “Dick Tracy,” and “Rex Morgan.” “Nowadays,” explained Mr. Saunders, “the real funny strip tends toward character com- edy, with very little accompanying type. In fact, “the less dialogue the better” he de- clared. A perfect example of character com- edy would be the famous strip, “Peanuts” by Charles Schulz. “The first object of cartooning,” Mr. Saunders stressed, “is to create suspense. The second object is to sell tomorrow’s news- paper.” Cartoons are usually the work of a whole staff. Very rarely is there found an artist and story writer in one. The research worker, the artists, one for drawing figures, another for lettering or sketching background scenes, and finally the writer, all contribute toward the production of one strip! The average car- toon writer has his strips ready eight or nine weeks ahead. Mr. Saunders himself, has his strips ready thirteen weeks ahead of time and generally prepares for four stories a year. “Comics must always be in good taste,” he declared. Certain things are taboo. On this list, Mr. Saunders mentioned snakes, kid- napping themes, drinking, alcoholics, smok- ing or drinking coffee. As a comic strip writer, Mr. Saunders is often given much advice. Physics students have sent letters to him explaining the im- probability of some gadget pictured in one of his strips. Many of his readers send in com- ments about the romances of Mary Worth and even advise him about her marriage prospects! If one is interested in cartooning, he may inquire about a contract through a main syndicate such as the United Features or King Features syndicate. Mr. Saunders further delighted his listen- ers when he held up large pictures of several comic strip characters. Excited whispers could be heard as the students recognized a familiar character. Then followed refreshment time, when the room buzzed with chatter. What about? Fun- nies, no doubt! FOREIGN STUDENTS For pictures of Magda and Roel, see the article on foreign students, which was fea- tured in the last issue of “The Radiator.” Magda Floznik Magda arrived in the United States in December 1956, after experiencing a diffi- cult time in Austria and Hungary during the revolution there. She was in Austria two months before the Red Cross could arrange her passport. Finally she boarded an air- plane and flew to the United States by way of Canada. After landing in New York, Magda was transferred to Camp Kilmer, in New Jersey. The Kilmer officials then talked to her aunt in Somerville. Magda arrived in Boston twelve hours later. Magda attends a special class, composed of foreign students, where she is learning to speak English. In her native Hungary, Magda attended school from eight to one, Monday through Saturday. In her class there were thirty-one girls, some Russian, some Greek. Unlike our system of going from classroom to classroom the teachers go to the pupils, who take eleven subjets. Magda hopes to be- come a chemist. If she earns a B plus aver- age in all her subjects, the Hungarian Associ- tion in Boston will award her a scholarship. She is in our Commercial Course, and is a member of room 327. In Hungary the stu- dents have a one-month vacation for Christ- mas and from mid-June to the first of Sep- tember. Magda's mother is still in Hungary, but Magda hopes to be able to visit her again. ROELOF KROMHOUT Roel came from Rotterdam, Holland, to the United States on February 19, 1957. When he arrived in New York City after a (Turn to page 28) Seven THE GIFT OF GLORY Janet Resteghini ’59 “Why does it always have to be this way,” thought Ken as he indignantly threw a sweat-soaked towel down upon the polished oak bench in the locker room. It was just after the exciting basketball game. Ken, being the star of the game, should have been deliriously happy. But no, he was still worrying about the uneasy tension existing between him and Pete—a tension which had prevailed for three years. If only he were older, about two years older, he could be a senior like Pete, instead of a mere sophomore. Perhaps then, Pete and he could have been real buddies, practicing ball together and sharing the un- definable excitement of team play. Just then Pete entered the noisy locker room. Looking up at him, Ken extended his hand and said encouragingly, “Nice going, pal, you were great.” The hand, the words, the gesture were completely ignored. Ken entered another wistful reverie. “There’s no question about this,” mused Ken. “Pete despises me all right.” Ken was only thankful to be conscious of this hatred. Strange that Ken, such a clever, amiable youth was unaware of the real reason for Pete’s indifference to him. It was common, discussed knowledge among the many stu- dents of the high school. Yet, none of Ken’s classmates had the heart to approach the gentle, likeable boy to tell him the true facts of the dispute. Instead they let him go on, in his quiet way, forever trying to be nice to Pete and continually being ignored or sneered at. Pete’s action puzzled Ken, because al- I though his upbringing was not in any way I princely, he had never been faced with I hatred before. The members of his family S were not ambitious, talented or wealthy, but | they loved each other, and that was truly all that mattered in their lives. ! Ken, having grown up in these surround- ings, was not particularly ambitious or talented either until one day in a gym class he had discovered his skill at basketball. Here was a game that he could be part of —a game so like life itself, with each player skilled individualy, yet each in a team work- ing together. The game became meaningful and neces- sary to Ken. It became his world. He nur- tured his given talent and practiced it faith- fully. In a dedicated, determined way Ken set out to thrill the world with his playing. But another boy, Pete Dawson, had also lost his heart to this game and he made the same forceful pledge as our Ken. Pete was two years older. It was inevitable, of course, that the two boys would someday be on the same team. And soon they were. But this was where the similarity ended, for gentle, unmalicious Ken far outshined Pete in playing, poise, and brains on the court. It was quite easy to understand why Ken should be great. Children of adversity are oftentimes blessed with powers of this sort. Ken, in watching the pitiful strivings of his family, had felt a deep urge to upset the nature of his people, to go forth and accomp- lish something worthwhile. And that was what he did, even in the very beginning. He Eight was not a diamond in the rough, but a spark- ling, polished gem. From Ken’s home came only remote recog- nition of his playing, but he managed with- out it, telling himself the team’s record was the only important thing. When Pete graduated from junior high Ken breathed a secret sigh of relief that he wouldn’t run into him again for a while, wouldn’t have to think of always being friendly, and wouldn’t have to take any more slighting. Now it could be different, and it was. Everyone sensed Ken’s hidden sigh and watched him blossom contentedly in his game. He was captain of the Junior High squad now and almost completely happy except for the unconscious shadow of Pete’s hatred which danced, unmercifully, on the fringe of Ken’s serenity. When he also graduated, in a blaze of glory he left behind the warm glow of love he had revolved in, the admiration of count- less teachers and friends, and his awkward, precious boyhood. He took his inter-scho- lastic junior high trophy, his diploma, and headed rather reluctantly, for a different world. A world in which Pete Dawson was comfortably seated, enjoying a similar life with out Kenneth Darrow. The basketball fans at the high school had heard much about the fighting little player and were anxiously awaiting his arrival to both their school and deficient basketball squad. His first season had been, thus far, very successful and the team was thrilled with the idea of being champs. Now here Ken sat, after scoring 23 points in the semi-finals, with the same, dull worry on his mind. The noisy celebration of his teammates snapped him back to the present. They were such a great bunch of guys, always clowning with him, making him feel wanted. It would all be so perfect if Pete would break down his perturbed wall of ir- ritation. For three years, Ken, in an opti- mistic way, had painstakingly practiced a It had failed miserably. Now in two days, the team would play their championship game. In two days it would all be decided. If Pete refused to play with Ken, as he sometimes did, the team was finished, for the boys played in two utterly dependent positions. How could you win a ball game when everytime you had a perfect opening for a shot, a jealous teammate re- fused to pass! Jealous! That was the first time Ken had thought of the green-eyed monster in con- nection with Pete. Could it be that all these months Pete had been jealous of him? That thought dwelt upon Ken’s mind predomi- nantly the whole day of the big game. He was tardy to practice and so late getting to the arena in the evening that the coach had almost given him up for lost. He silently changed into his uniform and listened, equally silent, while the coach gave him his last minute instructions, encourage- ment and praise. Then, under a blaze of light and chorus of cheers the team entered the arena and began a warm-up shooting on the court. All around him, Ken could feel the pulse of humanity. The smell of hot dogs and saw- dust pervaded the air. He caught glimpses of the crowd, viewed their color, heard their muted roar. Overwhelmed, he returned to the bench to await the start of the game. He murmured a silent prayer for strength, both physical and mental, as he crouched low, waiting for the tap-off. The pace of the game was extremely fast and the members of the opposite team were a spirited, squabbling, talented bunch who fought hard through the entire game. At the end of the third quarter they had beaten Ken’s team down 78-63. somehow, in the fourth quarter, Ken and his teammates man- aged to overcome the deficit and with a full minute to go the score was 88-87. Ken could feel the tension reaching a peak after mount- ing for immeasurable moments. The raffers of the arena fairly shook. With 30 seconds to go his team got pos- session of the ball and Ken suddenly found the whirling leather object in his shaking hands. There was just enough time to freeze the ball for awhile and then let go with one precious shot. Ken was the one entrustd with the duty. For what seemed like hours he clung to Nine the inert basketball looking for an opening for the fatal shot.. He could see the bobbing cheerleaders, the screaming rooters, and for one fierce, selfish impassionate moment he thought of his own glory. Then he saw Pete in a corner of the court, all alone. Pete, who hated him, and was playing the last game of his high school career. In a quick, dramatic movement Ken daringly passed the damp basketball to Pete, who whizzed it through the hoop just as the buzzer sounded. The fans went wild. In nervous hesitant strides Pete came toward him. The smile, the handshake, the clumsy hug were enough. Ken stood and watched them carry his newly cherished teammate off the court on their shoulders to the noisy locker room. MY MAINE Richard Higgins ’59 Somewhere in Maine, well known for its rocky coast line, lies a cliff that bites off the sea as it runs up the coast. From the top of this hill, Maine appears to beckon ships to scenic fields and forests. On both sides of this hill are tidal rivers. One makes its way through the pines in the forest; the other, a smaller river, separates the marshes from the woods. In front of the hill lies a typical rock- bound coast. The water at high tide laps the bottom of the cliff. As the tide recedes, it dribbles into the depths, revealing a some- what different phase of life. Below the sur- face of the water, millions of alien creatures live. Some are swimming; some are walkirtg; some are crawling. Some are even living on others, but all are battling for their meager existence. Above this barrier, the careful observer sees men in boats, who are also toiling for a living. Looking close, one may see a different type of man, smiling while fishing, laughing while sailing, happy while swimming. From this cliff anyone can see beautiful Maine having fun, struggling, and living with the sea. POSTPONED PICNIC Isabelle Warnock ’59 You see it all happened on one of those beautiful spring days, May 18, to be exact, that you dream about in winter, when the snow is flying and cold icy winds freeze your hands and face. It was the perfect day for a picnic, and Joe called that morning to sug- gest one. Even though Grace had planned to to shop for new dress to wear to the coming spring dance at school, she couldn’t refuse. At 11:30 she heard the familiar horn of Joe’s red Ford convertible honk loudly. Anxiously she rushed out the back door with a bulky picnic basket under one arm and a portable radio under the other. When they were about half way to their picnic spot, they stopped at a hamburger stand where some of their school chums were gathered in cars. Joe and Grace stopped long enough to exchange greetings and then con- tinued on their way. When they finally reached their destina- tion, they spread a blanket on the ground and placed the radio and some magazines on it. Anticipating a tasty feed, Joe, who possessed a normal boy’s appetite, eagerly went back to the car for the picnic basket and soon re- turned. As he opened the basket, an expres- sion of bewilderment coverd his face. He simply stared incredulously at the sight that greeted him. The contents of the picnic basket consisted of one jar of sweet mixed pickles, one large container of potato chips, and some other odds and ends, but there was absolutely no substantial food. It seemed that Grace had made enough sandwiches for a man-sized army and plenty of fried chicken Ten wrapped up in waxed paper, but somehow with all the confusion, she’d forgotten to pack them. Well, after this unfortunate discovery, there was nothing to do but pack up and go home, so that is exactly what they did. But after all, sandwiches don’t taste too bad when you have them to eat on your own back lawn. And tomorrow is always another day! SHE SURE SEEMS NICE Vivian Santos ’59 It all began as Jane and I were walking through the second floor corridor in school during recess one day. Noticing the girl who had entered school only the week be- fore, I said: “I think she’s kinda nice, Jane. As least she looks nice.” “Maybe so, but you know that looks can be deceiving, Viv.” “You mean like ‘You can’t judge a book by its cover?” “Yeah, something like that.” “Back to the subject! What’s your opinion of her, Jane?” “Well, I wasn’t going to tell you, Viv, but she’s in my occupations class, you know . . .” “No, as a matter of fact, I didn’t know.” “And she seems to be quite . . . well, to put it bluntly, Bobby’s been paying too much at- tention to her lately.” Oh, so that’s it; a blazing flame of jealousy. Watch it, girl, your face is turning an awful shade of green.” “Ha, ha, you’re funny.” “You know Bobby wouldn’t take anyone out except you. Besides, he doesn’t know any other girls.” “Oh, yes, he does. He knows that new girl, that Mary Ellen. Why she had the audacity to drop her pencil right in front of Bobby’s desk while I was looking on, only two aisles away.” “Didn’t it ever occur to you, Jane, that she might have dropped her pencil accident- ally?” “Accidentally, my foot! You know what Bobby said when he gave her the pencil? ‘Here’s your pencil.’ Jeepers, those were the exact words he said the very first time he spoke to me! Of course, I wasn’t scheming to talk with him, It was just fate that brought us together.” “It was fate, all right. You talked about nothing else for the next two weeks except how you were going to get him to talk to you.” “Oh, phooey, Vivian. Can’t you overlook some little things? Besides, Bobby and I are the perfect example of true love.” “Oh, brother!” “And besides, Mary Ellen has long blonde hair and he doesn’t like long blonde hair.” “Maybe so, but on her it looks good. On you? a-a-a-ch!” “Thanks a lot. She doesn’t seem to be very smart.” “I think she does.” “Unorthodox, that’s what you are.” “You know, Jane, if you kept an open mind in the matter, you would find that she’s quite nice, has a wonderful sense of humor, and a charming personality.” “Right now I’m beginning to think that you have a wonderful sense of humor—ha!” “Jane, you’re not being fair.” “Shhh! Here she comes now, and heading straight . . .” “Watch out, she may electrocute you.” “Very funny, but try again.” “Hi, kids!!” “Hi, Mary Ellen.” “I’m having a social party at my home this Friday and I would like you kids to come. You can bring along a friend. I know Jane will want to bring along Bobby. My boyfriend is coming down for the day from Maine. You kids will have a chance to meet him.” “You have a boyfriend!!!” “Why, yes. Didn’t you know, Jane?” “No. I didn’t.” “Well, I’ve got to rush now. Be sure to come Friday night. It’s 99 Hunt Ave.” “Boy, she sure is a nice kid, isn’t she, Viv?” “It seems to me I heard something similar just a while ago.’ “Gee whiz, imagine her hardly knowing us and inviting us to her party. Yes, sir, she sure seems nice.” Elcvtn GOLF LESSONS Carmen Gailey 59 Jane Carter was a young girl of seventeen who believed that in order to make a boy sit up and take notice, the girl had to engage in sports he especially liked. Jane felt this way because the boy next door was the athletic type. His name was Jon Stevenson, a tall, lanky boy, who liked skiing, as well as golf. Jane was what you’d call a girl with the go-ahead attitude, so she did. While Jon was mowing the lawn the next morning, she strolled by the house reading the paper. Jon waved, but Jane pretended not to see him. Jon called to her but she still seemed to be engrossd with the paper. Soon Jon bounded over the hedge and was peering over her shoulder. “What’s so interesting?” “Oh, you startled me!” she exclaimed. “I was reading about the golf finals. I’m a fiend on golf.” “It’s not my fault I don’t know how to play it, but what he doesn’t know won’t hurt him” she mused. “Since you like the game so much why don’t you come with me tomorrow after- noon ?” “Oh, I don't know if I should go since it’s Saturday and all.”, she protested. “Sure you should.” With that the bounced back over the hedge. That night Jane asked her father if he had ever played golf. “Well, Jane,” he laughed. When I played golf, all I did was swing the club and hope for the best. I guess I can’t help you.” “Thanks, anyway, Dad. I guess I’ll go to bed early tonight.” Jane didn’t sleep much that night. All she could think about was hitting Jon over the head as she swung her club. Jane slept late the next morning, but soon was awakened by the sound of Jon’s horn. “Tell him I’ll be right down, Mom,” she called down the stairs. She quickly dressed, brushed her hair and teeth, then hurried down the stairs. “Where’s Jon?” “He told me to tell you he’d pick up Sue first, since you weren’t ready.” “Hmm,” Jane mused. He didn’t tell me Sue was going. Oh. well, just because Sue is pretty, has blond hair, and because she knows how to play golf doesn’t mean that Jon will pay more attention to her.” The sound of Jon's horn woke her up from her day-dreaming. She greeted Sue with a smile she had rehearsed since Jon left, and slid in beside her. Sue’s first shot was good. It landed right on the green. Jon’s did too. When it was her turn again, she remembered what her father had said. She swung the club and watched the ball go streaking through the air and land in the woods. Very much embarrassed, she walked away with Jon’s and Sue’s laughter right behind her. Blinded by tears, she tripped over a stump and fell flat on her face. Instantly, she felt two strong hands help her up onto her feet. When she looked up, she found herself staring into the laug- ing blue eyes of Jon. “Go ahead and laugh,” she said as he gently held her arm. “I wasn’t laughing at you. I knew you didn’t know how to play golf.” She stared at him with a questioning look in her eyes. “Your mother told me while you were getting ready.” “Oh,” she laughed. “But where’s Sue?” “She met Tom Brady. The only reason she came with us was that he couldn’t get out of work until late; and he wanted to meet her at the course.” “I feel like an infant,” Jane said, “pretend- ing I knew how to play golf and all along you knew.” She stared into his laughing blue eyes as if under a spell, and then he said, “But I was thinking that I could teach you during part of the summer.” He looked at her with a questioning look. “That is if you’d like to learn and take the time.” “Jeepers, that would be terrific,” Jane said, taking his arm. “I’m such a slow learner it may take the whole summer,” she thought to herself with a sly smile. Twelve A PLEA FOR FAITH William Ellis ’58 TWELVE YELLOW JONQUILS Janet Resteghini '59 Today I am sixteen. Today my dearest beau Has brought me a treasured gift. Twelve bouncing yellow jonquils, As golden as the late March afternoon. They sit before me now— Jaunty in their milk glass vase Twelve brave little trumpets heralding Spring. I think throughout the cold, drab winter, My very soul hungered for them. A little voice has been crying out in the bleakness; And in the depths of my mind, I have ached for their yellow goodness. The gift was unexpected. They say the nicest are. And my heart was so full when I got them. They meant so much, That I had to stop and choke an anxious tear. This gift, My twelve yellow jonquils, From my favorite beau, Means more to me, perhaps, Than anything has for countless months. What can one say? How can you thank someone Who has just handed you all springtime Done up in stiff, white paper? I stretched and kissed him shyly on the cheek. Shyly, because today I am sixteen. “Thank you, Dad,” I whispered softly in his ear. DAY Janet Resteghini ’59 Day has closed her golden eyes and folded her tired clouds. She is crying, for her time is over; And her crystal tears fall and sadly form the dew For the new day, waiting expectantly behind the hill. FATE Lillian Reilly ’59 The wonder of love The sorrow' of heartbreak The joy of life and The misty days. They are our heart, our soul, and our being Our way of Jjfe, In its hand we lie. If inborn faith is held within our youthful souls, As in a huge dam, with great profusion, lies The waters of a thousand transient years passed by, Soon it seeks an accessible creek by which it may escape. And with this escape a rabid and impetuous flood is born, Which engulfs our capricious minds and hearts in faith. Faith in a drop of rain, a withered leaf, a gentle rose. Faith in our Creator, in ourselves, and in others. A plea for faith from Him is heard by some And thus a pious, noble crusade begins. Its objective—to destroy our soul’s rigid dam— And thus release our formidable faith. Its gallant soldiers are those who listen and hear, Its wizened enemy are those who fail to hear And those are all of us. SUNBEAM Janet Resteghini ’59 Now I wonder, now I dream. Now I catch a gold sunbeam. Now’ I hold it in my hand, Now I kiss its little strand. Then I press it to my heart Please don't ever let us part. For in our lives we all must hold, One little sunbeam, soft and gold. I GUESS I SHOULD HAVE BEEN A BOY Barbara Lamb ’58 I guess I should have been a boy, I’m nuts about all sports. For tennis games I just go mad; I live upon the courts. And when the boxing bouts appear Upon our TV screen, I sit up close; I wring my hands; My eye begins to gleam; My homework all goes up in smoke, My worries are my teachers, For I w'ould rather be by far A-sittin’ in the bleachers! My marks in school all plainly show That I’m a second guesser, So skip the studies Guess I’ll train To be a LADY WRESTLER! Thirteen JERRY SULLIVAN “Have You Met” is quite an understate- ment, for who doesn’t know Jerry Sullivan, the co-captain of the basketball team. This “six-foot-two, eyes of blue” senior has cer- tainly proved his outstanding athletic ability, not only as a member of the basketball team, but of the football team as well. He has been a member of the football squad for two years. Charcoal-broiled steak heads his list of favorites, followed by vocalist Johnny Mathis and “Wonderful, Wonderful”, his favorite song. He has such a long list of pet peeves and dislikes that we were only able to include a few: number one, sweet potatoes (they make him break out in a rash); number two, sack dresses (they’re really not so terrible, Jerry); and number three, TV commercials (no comment). His favorite pastime is spending other peo- ple’s money. In spite of this he still has many friends. ATTENTION : Girls, if you happen to be 5 ft. 5 in., have brown hair and any color eyes, as long as they are not black and blue, you might just qualify as Jerry Sullivan’s dream girl. You must also be understanding, have a good personality and be “full of laughs.” However, we suspect he’s already found his dream girl (a little birdie told us.) Although uncertain as to where his future lies, he hopes to work as a transportation agent for the MTA this summer. But no mat- ter what your future, we know' it can only be a bright one, Jerry. Good Luck! SHARON WILLIAMS If you are stopped in the corridors of SHS by an attractive, tall brunette who is staunchly supporting all the doings of the Girls’ Glee Club, no doubt it will be Sharon Williams, the president of our Girls’ Glee Club. Blue-eyed Sharon is also a member of the Entertainment Group, the Senior Night Committee, and the National Honor Society. Although born in Indiana, Sharon has lived here for ten years and therefore con- siders herself a New Englander. Besides ac- cumulating an excellent scholastic record, Sharon also works after school at the Lester L. Burdick Insurance Company. She will probably continue to work there after gradu- ation. Stating that she was not too particular about the qualifications of her ideal male, Sharon proceeded to request that he be tall, handsome, rich, intelligent, and possess a good sense of humor. (She’s not too par- ticular!) Looking back Sharon finds no embarras- sing incident to report to us. (Maybe she is just too shy to tell us. Amiable Sharon also asserts that she has no other pet peeve than the common one which plagues everyone— homework! Among her favorites in the entertainment world, Sharon lists Perry Como and the Four Lads are tops. This popular miss with her appealing smile is certainly a credit to SHS. We are fortunate indeed that she is attending school here and not back in Indiana! Fourteen A1 Bertrand? He’s the big, blond co-captain of the famous and fabulous SHS Basketball Team. A1 is 6 ft. 2 in. tall, and has brown eyes. In this, his third year on the Varsity Basketball Team he has scored over three hundred points, and he was one of the top contenders for the GBI most valuable player. This is the second year he has been chosen for the GBI all-star team. All types of music are Al’s favorites. The record he most prefers is Frank Sinatra’s “All the Way.” His hobby, though, is not music. It is a toss between sleeping and making TV appearances (number of appear- ances to date—one). Al’s ideal girl should be 5 ft. 4 in. tall, have blond hair, blue eyes (he thinks), a nice per- sonality. If she is quiet, and is the “homey type” also, then she’s perfect for him. As for his likes and dislikes. High on the list of dislikes are short haircuts (on girls), work, and people who must have questions repeated a second time. His favorite food (nothing so simple as steak and French fries, or pickles and ice cream) is submarine sand- wiches. During the summer A1 works for the city doing construction work. He’s in the college course and hopes to continue his education next year. He is yet undecided what college he will attend, but wherever he goes, we know he’ll do well, and—oh! That lucky bas- ketball team! “Dig those Celtics!!” echoes from the back of room 141 each morning afer tthe Celtics have won. Who’s the hepped-up pro- basketball fan? Well, it’s “Aristotle” of course. Joyce Kalton is always being teased about her brains, but she takes it in stride and continues to get max credit each term. She doesn’t spend her time buried under school- books. Why, she follows the Celtics (especi- ally Rapid Robert), reads incessantly, and listens to music ranging from Presley to Beethoven. Her favorite record is currently “Tequila.” Joyce is also in Players’ Club, on the Radiator and Yearbook staff, treasurer of the Portia Debating Society, and naturally in National Honor. What gentle Miss Kalton despises most is to see her marvelous, wonderful, magnificent Bob Cousey get hurt or even touched by an opponent in the NBA. “His poor nose,” she keeps muttering ever since he was recently knocked down in the fourth game of the finals with the St. Louis Hawks. Don’t ever let Aristotle know that you’re having steak or roast beef for dinner. She just might invite herself to your house and leave you starving. Aristotle frequents the movies and is pres- ently madly in love with Tony Perkins. In fact, her main ambition in life is to marry him!! Her second ambition if the first fails, is to capture the Celtic’s Lou Tsiropoulis. Radcliffe or Jackson will soon know our Miss Kalton and like us they’ll be mighty proud of her, too. Fifteen EXCHANGES We are especially happy to receive “The Record”, from University High School in Parkville, Victoria, Australia. This is the high school where our own Miss O’Brien is now teaching and from which Mr. Fowler has come. We were also glad to see the full page article featuring Miss O’Brien. Needless to say, we miss her very much, but we re- alize that there could be no more attractive or energetic ambassador of good will from our country to any place in the world. We know already, that Australia is finding out— that they are very lucky to have her on their faculty at University High, even for a year. We hope you enjoy these quips and quotes from other high school publications. “So Shall His Grades Decline” Ambition: Freshman: To be graduated with a 95% average. Sophomore: To be graduated with an 85% average. Junior: To be graduated with a 75% average. Senior: To be graduated . . . Excuse for tardiness: Freshman: I didn’t leave home in time. Sophomore: I missed the bus. Junior: The bus was late. Senior: The bell rang too early. Homework: Freshman: They say to do 45 minutes, so I’ll do an hour. Sophomore: They say to do 45 minutes, so I’ll do 30. Junior: I’ll do it during study. Senior: She won’t call on me. Freshman: Freshman: Aren’t we wonderful? Sophomore: Mere children! Junior: They’re smaller each year. Senior: Was I like that??? —from “The Argus” of Beverly High “Reading List” by I. M. Illiterate “Power Golf,” by Dwight D. Eisenhower. “Man in the Gray Flannel Suit,” by Robert Hall. “Sun Also Rises,” by Aly Kahn. “Around the World in Eighty Days,” by John Foster Dulles. “Complete Works of William Shake- speare,” by Francis Bacon. “Guys and Dolls,” by Barbara Hutton and Pufurio. “The Last Hurrah,” by Adlai Stevenson. “How to Get Rich as Fast as Possible,” by Dave Beck. —from “The Sentinel,” of Barre, Vt. Catch yourself doing these? 1) That color brings your eyes out. (Very far?) 2) His face fell. (Did it break?) 3) My nose ran. (It has legs yet?) 4) Her eye was glued to the window. (Must have been uncomfortable.) 5) His eyes met mine. (How do you do?) 6) There were butterflies in my stomach. (Unusual diet.) 7) A man while driving down the street turned into a garage. (Like magic.) 9) Hit the road. (But don’t hurt your hand.) 9) She batted her eyelashes at him. (Dfd he catch them?) 10) My sides are simply splitting. (R-I-P!) —“Arlington Chronicle”, Arlington High Senior Pictures — UGH! Senior get-um picture took, Get-um proof, don’t like-um look Ask-um friend, “Is this-um me?” Friend-um answer, ‘Yes siree.” “Does this-um face resemble me?” “Oh, yes, but definitely.” “Tell me, mama, truthfully, “Just exactly” mama said. Shock too much-um, senior dead. —“The Student’s Pen,” Pittsfield, Mass. Quips: 1) “Joe Pork, what is a collective noun?” “A dust pan.” (Turn to page 29) Sixteen The Somerville High School Music De- partment, under the direction of Mr. Paul Kelly, assisted by Miss McGann and Miss Sweet, presented its annual Glee Club Con- cert on Tuesday, April 15, in the high school auditorium. Participating in the program were the Girls’ Glee Club, Boys’ Glee Club, Girls' Choir, and the Entertainment Group. The Good Government Group, under the supervision of Miss Hall, participated in the School Exchange Program on Thursday, April 10. Their guests for the day were from Canton, Massachusetts. Recently, the Good Government Committee, comprised of Rich- ard Welch, Priscilla Corbett, Theresa Adario, Ethel Spartos, and Albert Bowen, visited Canton High School. The Teen Citizens’ Administration is pre- paring to take over the city government on Thursday May first. The “TCA” members are learning as much as possible about their respective offices, so that they will be well- prepared Congratulations to the SHS hoopsters, wTio carried the Red and Blue on to victory in tfie Greater Boston and Massachusetts cham- pionships, and to “runners-up” in the New England Tourney. We are extremely proud of our great basketball team and coaches .Jim Sullivan and Walter Perry. The Junior Dance Committee have fin- ished the final preparations for the Junior Dance which was held on Friday, April f8. Ken Reeves provided the music. The theme was, “April Love” (of course). Marjorie Howe, present editor of the Radi- ator, recently received the second prize cash award for her editorial at the Globe Editors’ Conference. Her article concerned the pre- vious Globe Editor’s Conference, at which Dr. J. Allen Hynek, associate director of the Smithsonian Institution was guest speaker. Edward Silveira and Thomas Vartabedian will represent Webster in the American Legion Program on May thirtieth. Edward Silveira will say the Gettysburg Address, while Thomas Vartabedian will read the Logan Proclamation. Medals will be awarded to these boys. Portia is sending a debating team and a few other members to represent Somerville High in the Speech Festival to be held in Wor- cester on Saturday, April 12. Portia wit? com- pete with other debating teams for top honors. The debate is: “Resolved—Foreign Aid Should Be Substantially Increased.” Ethel Spartos represented Somerville High in the oratorical contest at the Medford Lodge of Elks on Sunday, March 30. Eastern Massachusetts Convention of Stu- dent Councils was held at Andover High School on Saturday, April 12. Representing Somerville High were the officers and several other members of our Student Council. Second drawing of the National Honor Society, Class of 1958: Sandra Amato, Robert Costantino, Anna DiMille, Edythe Fishman, Alan Geston, Elaine Kaloyanides, Ruth Lan- caster, Margaret Lowry, Jayne Mclsaac, Nancy Mitrano, Helen Nicosia, Louise Price, Nancy Resmini, Ethel Spartos, Ruth Stras- sell, Caryl Sullivan, Annette Thibeault, Dolores Vieira, Sally Voto, Josephine Westa- ferro. Seventeen Eighteen BASKETBALL Scoring 24 points in the third period, un- defeated Wilbur Cross of New Haven, Con- necticut, snapped Somerville High’s basket- ball team’s record of six straight toufna- ment wins by downing the Red and Blue 68-55 in the finals of the New England Basketball Tournament. Somerville’s six straight wins include the Eastern Massachusetts championship and the state title. Coach Jim Sullivan’s five finished the reg- ular season schedule with an overall 18-2 record. Quincy and Cambridge Latin were the only two teams able to defeat Somer- ville. The Red and Blue finished on top of the Greater Boston League winning seventeen of eighteen ball games. The championship thus allowed them to gain permanent possession of the Somerville Lodge of Elks trophy. The trophy is awarded to the Greater Boston League team to win the championship three times. With the help of a well full court press and a clutch foul shot by Tom Brennan, Somer- ville defeated Archbishop Williams 60-59 in the preliminary round of the Class A Eastern Massachusetts Tech Tourney. Trailing throughout the game, the Red and Blue tied the score with 56 seconds left on Dave Cochran’s set shot. Seconds later Brennan popped his winning shot and the victory was Somerville’s. Led by Cochran’s 26 points and Geno Di Sarcina’s 13 points, Somerville edged a fight- ing Boston College High Quintet 75-68 in the quarterfinals of the Tech. The Red and Blue, behind 36-30 at the halftime, fought back and went in front in the final quarter, never to be headed again. In one of the most thrilling games of the tourney, Somerville eliminated defending champions Lawrence Catholic 57-56, on Co- Captain A1 Bertrand’s last-second basket. The crowd of 13,909 went wild as Vin Piro con- verted two free throws with 39 seconds re- maining to send the Red and Blue ahead 55-52. Led by Gerry Stopyra, Central quicky, rebounded to go in front 56-55 before Ber- trand swished in his winning jump shot. Ber- trand, Cochran, DiSircina and Co-Captain Jerry Sullivan all hit for double figures. In a great come-from-behind performance, Somerville raced to its sixth Eastern Mass. Tourney title defeating a surprised Brockton five 63-59. Down by 19 points at intermission, the Red and Blue outscored the Shoe City 45- 22 in the second half for the victory. Cochran and Sullivan led the scorers for Somerville. On March 20, Somerville opened their bid for the New England title by eliminating St. John’s of Worcester in overtime 71-66. Trailing by as much as 17 points in the sec- ond stanza, the Red and Blue staged another thrilling comeback to qualify for the semi- final round. Cochran took scoring honors with 17 points and Brennan collected 16. In the semi-final round, Somerville defeated Westerly 66-53. Led by Cochran’s 22 points, The Red and Blue easily rolled over the Rhode Island champs, outscoring them 32-17 in the second half. Bravely trying a fourth period comeback, Somerville couldn’t quite catch a fast Wilbur Cross five and had to concede the New Eng- land Title to the boys from New Haven. Star Don Pero led the Governors in scoring 26 important points. Bertrand was tops for Someville with 16 points and Paul Burns dropped in 9. Somerville had its share of honors, with both Cochran and Sullivan being named to the Eastern Mass All-Stars. Cochran was also named to the New England Tourney Team. Congratulations go forth to the co-cap- tains Bertand and Sullivan, the players, and especialy to Coach Sullivan and Assistant Coach Walter Perry for a fine season. Nineteen After a rather discouraging winter season, the Red and Blue Tracksters are practicing for a more succesful season in the spring. The leading scorers on the team are: Ralph Tisei, Bob Pelham, Bill Cutts, and Joe Greco. The track schedule for the spring is: April 29—Chelsea at Chelsea May 6—Malden at Malden May 13—Medford at Medford May 20—Revere at Everett May 27—Everett at Malden GAA Congratulations to the girls’ varsity basketball team, which has sailed through an undefeated season this year. The junior varsity team lost only one game, that to Arlington High School. This adds up to a fine record for both teams. Under Miss Snell’s supervision, a doubles tournament is now being carried out in the girls’ badminton group. This tournament was won last year by Jane Antolini and Georgia Indelicato. The girls’ bowling team has just completed its season. Finishing first, with an average of 95, is Ruth Lancaster. The other high scorers for the season are Carol Amann, Marilyn McGrath, Marilyn Carr, Karen Jones, Isabel Silver, Jean Whittemore, Pa- tricia Wilson, Mary Davidson, Ruth McGofF, Elaine McCoy, Loretta Chandler, and Nancy Resmini. The girls swimming team is working on “synchronized swimming’’ (swimming to music). This group meets at the “Y” on Highland Avenue every Thursday after school with Mrs. Hennessey . The softball team meets every Monday at at 2 o’clock in the school gym. Georgia Indelicato and Sheila Cronin were recently elected captain and manager respectively. A program of golf has been initiated into the agenda of the GAA this year. Besides being under the helpful direction of Mrs. Hennessey and Miss Daley, who are teaching them the basic techniques of the game, the girls have added advantages of brand-new mats and golf balls. BASEBALL Baseball, America’s favorite pastime, is growing in popularity at SHS. When the umpire shouts, “Batter up!” our boys really shine as a team. The Red and Blue baseball nine at last are again showing the spark which has been lacking since the championship title was captured in 1954. The senior roster includes Paul McNamara, Jimmy McCann, Bob Duarte, Marty O’Brien, and Bob Kavigan who lost a no-hitter last year in a play-off game. Juniors spark plugging the team are Geno DiSarcina, Ronnie De Vecchio, Ernie Duarte and Tommy Brennan. The team will play their first game in a few weeks. tr Twenty Songs with the Chalypso and Stroll beat are getting ahead these days. A very cute pair by the name of Billie and Lillie have a record which is well on the way to become a big hit, called “Happiness.” Their last hit recording was also a Chalypso, “La Dee Dah.” The Diamonds, who recently had a winner with the “Stroll,” have come up with another hit “High Sign.” Ed Townsend has a popular ballad out called “For Your Love.” This record is cer- tain to become a big hit. Two very good in- strumentals out now are “College Man” by Bill Justin and “Tequila” by Eddie Platt. A group of young men who hail from around Phildelphia, have a hit entitled “Rock ’n’ Roll is Here to Stay.” This group of course is Danny and the Juniors. Another pretty bal- lad out is “Wild As The Wind” by Johnny Mathis. A strange novelty song which is quite the rage now is “Dinner with Drac,” by John Zacherle, the cool ghoul himself. The lyrics of the song are guaranteed to stand your hair on end. The Chordettes are still going strong with the hit recording of “Lollipop.” Bill Haley and the Comets have a hit in “Skinny Minny.” Bill Haley was really what you might call the originator of Rock ’n’ Roll music. His first recording of “Rock Around The Clock” sold over eight million records several years ago. To those of you who are interested in cha- cha music, “Moon Over Miami” by Rene Touzeth and his orchestra is recommended. Some of the DJ’s are trying to bring back Mike Petterson’s recording of “Shake a Hand.” This song was a tremendous hit a few years back and many record fans would like to see it become a hit once more. Frankie Avalon has an exciting swinging version of “You Excite Me” which is catch- ing on fast. His last recording of “De De Dinah” did very well. Rick Nelson’s follow-up to “Be Bop Baby” is “My Bucket’s Got a Hole In It,” and “ Believe What You Say.” Connie Frances and Billy Vaughn have done two old standards over to become hits again. Connie has a hit with “Who’s Sorry Now” and Billy has a hit with “Tumbling Tumble- weeds.” Roy Hamilton, a young man of diversi- fied talents, really rocks to his recording of “Don’t Let Go.” Don Gibson has a hit going for him with “0 Lonesome Me” a song which is from the Country and Western field. “Let The Bells Keep Ringing” is going strong for our Canadian friend Paul Anka. Two records to watch “Teacher, Teacher” by Johnny Mathis and “All I Have To Do Is Dream” by Everly Brothers. “He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands” is way up on the hit list for a young boy from London, Laurie London. Now that we have given you a roundup of the popular music of today we would like to say something about classical and semi- classical records. As you probably know, there are only a few Boston radio stations which feature classical music. The classical music lovers tune in to these stations ex- clusively. The “big” radio stations do not play that type of music. There are, however, numerous concerts in Boston. Also it is easy to obtain some excel- lent classical and semi-classical records from our public libraries. You will certainly enjoy listening to “Rhapsody in Blue” by Gersh- win; “Moonlight Sonata” by Beethoven; or the “Nutcracker Suite” by Tschaikowski. Happy listening! Tw«nty on« LASS A We are Seniors, brave and true. We gaily send this news to you. Read it, chuckle, you’ll know why, We hate to leave our Somerville High. But days are slipping, one by one, And this Class Chatter is so much fun. That we send it on its way, For all to read this happy day. The Knights of the Square Table preside in 102. Our Queen is Miss Connolly, and her Ladies-in-Waiting are Catherine Ferrarini and Gloria Hickey. The Queen’s Advisor is genius Vinny DiRusso. The Court Jester is George Elias and the heroic knights are Robert Sweeney, John Gaspar, James Mc- Namara, George Sharpe, James Pitts and Paul McLaughlin. Three distinguished sen- ators visiting our castle are Robert Mclnnis, Michael McQueeney, and Ronald D’Amato. Congratulations to the girls who passed the physical for the Telephone Company: Carmela LoRusso, Lori Lucas, and Mary Lou Nolan. We have elected Ann Markworth our Cha-Cha Queen. In 147 we have made a will for the lucky seniors who use our room next year. The boy mechanics are leaving; one pencil sharpener minus a handle, and the wires for a wall clock. The girls are leaving Paul George, for he will have slept through graduation, and a portrait of Donald Geddick. We may even leave Donny, too. The whole class leaves our Christmas decorations, which are still up, and our wonderful homeroom teacher, Miss Ayers. We, the Seniors of 150, bequeath to the incoming Senior Class: one broken window, from Loretta McHugh; our mascot, a Sugar- Jet airplane, from Barbara Gerrior and Kathy Neofotistos; the locker keys, from Glen Grundy and Joe Bahan; and Margaret Anastos’s measles. Best of luck! 154 has recently nominated the following cartoon characters: Mr. Macero, our favorite character as Prince Charming; Danny Greib as Mickey Mouse; Robert Brooks as Donald Duck; Joe Bruno as the Big Bad Wolf; and Robert Annand as Pinnochio. Ethel Ardolino was chosen as Cinderella; Helen DeLorenzo as Mother Goose; Barbara Brown as Alice in Wonderland; and Lucille Ineson as the Wicked Witch. Quite a group of characters. We in 243 have a few questions to ask. Where does Donna Williams go Tuesday first period at such a gallop? What attracts Anne Klein in 243? What does Charlotte Fafel find so interesting out in the corridor before school? Why is A1 Varney late on Mondays? In 244 recently, John Doncaster had his new Toni cut off. The girls all miss it, Johnny. Our mysteries are: Who is Danny Brothers meeting under the City Hall clock? Why is Gerard Cerrato’s back constantly used as a punching bag? And, since when is reading done looking at the ceiling, Louie Gateney? In 245 Helen Nicosia and Mary Lou Paolillo recently attended a dinner of the National Office Managers’ Association as guests of Miss Burns. Also, George Haley attended the Drama Festival as one of a group that ac- companied Miss Jackson, judge of the plays presented. The pupils who received driver’s licenses were: Helen Nicosia, Mary Pagano, Robert Cronin, and Robert Wallace. Mr. Giroux and Mr. Donahue may now relax. The prison mates of 247 welcome Ralph Tisei and Thomas Paine to their humble cell block. We hope they can put up with us. If you happen to be walking past 247 spetfal and you spy a limp object sprawled across Twenty-two the desk top, don’t worry, its only Fred Maglero taking his daily nap. Anyone in- terested in ants may consult Gay Shtogreen, who considers herself an expert on them. Iu 249 we congratulate Rosemary (Babe Zahairas) Seibert for being elected Captain of the golf team. Also, congratulations to Pat McCormick, Judy Greene, Gail Clark and Tom Keough for receiving their driving licenses. We want to welcome Joyce Alywood to our humble abode. Looking into our crystal ball, we find that many in 249 are destined to become famous. Ellen Driscoll, knife thrower; John Dennis, candelabra polisher for Liberace; Paul Tierney, a bookie; Ralph Paradiso, Pizza Palace proprietor; James Willey, a cartoon- ist ; and Steve Preston, the first man to reach Mars. (He’s a real cool cat.) Spring! And in 241 the boys are puzzled on the answers to these questions: Why does George Caparella want to import some girls? Who is Steve Cormier lookin at in the first row, first seat? Why does Joe Greco blush when anyone mentions the note in his desk? And, where do the boys in 251 go every special period when they say they are going to empty the basket? We are happy to wel- come Jan Murray and Gail Robbins to our room. Luckily they are two quiet girls. Members of 252 would like to congratu- late Ed Silveria and Larry Marchant for be- ing on Class Day Committee and Charlotte Shepherd elected Chairman of the Senior Prom Committee. Congratulations to Louise Price on win- ning an award for her essay, “Can We Wipe Out TB in Somerville?” We, the members of 254 know that employ- ment is quite scarce, but we think prom dates are even scarcer. In our room, Marion Chaprales was chosen the scholarly plugger of math class, Bob Collins the coal miner of the Science Fair, and Don Naugler has won the award for generosity because he has invited all of us to his wedding. 241 would like to dedicate this poem to the finest homeroom teacher at SHS—Miss Piercy: It’s been a year of work and fun for everyone in 241, With Miss Piercy as our leader we’ll all be number 1, We’ve talked much at times, I suppose, but I guess that’s written all in prose. Now we leave good old SHS with memories of Miss Piercy, she’s the best In every test. Now that Joseph Gualtieri has completed his income tax we can rest assured that the government will leave us in peace. With John Hourihan, A1 Maiella, and Left Donovan, our up to the minute rock and roll singers pre- vent 241 from ever having a dull moment. We soon will leave dear SHS Our years were filled with happiness Three years, how quickly they went by Now as we’re leaving we utter a sigh All the doings, work and fun Meant so much to everyone. But will always remember SHS Where days were spent in happiness. Twenty-three We happy prom-minded juniors, are ready to report our chatter to the Spring issue of the Radiator. Room 24 is proud of the fine job done by Vinnie Piro in the Tech Tourney, and also the New England Tourney. The future War- ren Spahn of 24 is Joe Caruso. We are still trying to discover John Kelly’s “secret love.” We have some ideas! See next issue. Tina's secret is out! We have discovered that her bowling average is . . . P. S. Kelley got gaiters (Japanese sandals). The question at hand is, “What is going on between Walter and Peggy?” From the subterranean depths of the West Wing of Somerville High the quiet and studious pupils of 27 have chosen the follow- ing song titles to describe some of their pu- pils: “Sweet Little Sixteen,” Jean Ferranti; “Oh Boy,” John Whalen; “Little Bitty Pretty One.” Louise Ghiozzi; “Round and Round,” Ray Antetomaso; “There Is Only One of You,” Marjorie Driscoll; “The Great Pre- tender,” John Polastri; “You Are My Des- tiny,” Violet Bancroft; “Teacher’s Pet,” Bill Samways; “I'm Happy,” Joe Angelo; “You Send Me,” Wendell Jones; “Click-Clack,” Joe Ciccariello; “So Rare,” Charleene Fyfe; “Dinner with Dracula,” Lyle Devereaux. Last, but not least, is our beloved trust- worthy, and faithful homeroom teacher, Mr. Thornton, “College Man.” Roll Call, Room 30! In the new arrval de- partment, Joseph Petringa, formerly of room 24, has been added to our seating plan. The likeable Ronald Pellecchia, since his new ar- rival, has been in his glory. Why? Maybe Italian homework? Congratulations to Bev- erly Richardson in making Max Credit the second quarter along with Phyllis Forget and John Traniello receiving credit. The class Three Mousekeeters are Nancy Davis, Joyce Kappel, and Connie Briand, who have been lately library conscious after school. How come the sudden interest in reading, girls??? Here are a few of the pupils that make up the room: most talkative, Phyllis Jackson, debit-credit Joseph Rovatti, silent Robert Fowler, and charming Dolores Lynch. In room 32 we are glad to see the snow gone and spring almost in full bloom. Among the complaints of 32, we hear that Terry Varnazzalo wishes that Jackie Joyce would stop calling her Annie. Phyllis Traniello wishes that the boys would stop throwing paper airplanes during special. Angie Errico wishes the boys would stop meddling in her desk. We would also like to congratulate Fred Booth for being the only steady depositor in the room. We wonder what he’s going to do with all his money. We hope Billy Cutts wins his audition with American Bandstand when it arrives in Boston. The most unforgettable characters in 221 are: Chair-hoppin’ George Nicosia, who changes his seat with the season; Electrocu- tioner Paul Millikin, who enjoys giving every- one in the room a shock after touching the radiator; and Ronald (Pook) Paglucia, who although he is on the track team can never seem to win that race with the bell at 8:30. We have a few mysteries still unsolved in our room. Why does pretty Rose Spignese dilly-dally after first period? Why is Hazel Michniewicz content to be the last one to lunch? Why does Anthony Campo do his algebra problems aloud? We hope everyone in the school has seen Twenty-four Loretta V i ve i r os's red shoes. They are really groovey, and so is Chuck Berry, unanimous choice as our favorite rock and roll star. If anyone goes looking for Richard Wallace during special, you can find him visiting our room devotedly reading “Les Miserables. We have some very talented people among us. Ronald Stonis, an active member of the band; Mary Wordell, and Nancy Bernard, who are wonderful artists; and Janice Rogers, a zealous member of the Entertain- ment Group. All in all, we have a friendly, rollicking group of students within the portals of 221. Questions of the month in 313 are: How come our homeroom teachers all of a sudden turned Ivy League?? Donnie DiNoffio claims he looks like Sal Mineo!! Is it true?? Attention all girls!!! If you happen to be wandering around the girls' locker room, scout around for Claire Talbot’s gym suit. Reward when found. Rosemary Shaw’s favorite song is “It’s Too Soon to Know”; Nancy Burns, “Sweet Little Sixteen”; Ronald Parks; “You Were Only Fooling”; Steven Lecesse, “Twilight Time”; Donnie Hayes, “He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands”; Jerry Romano, “Now and For Always”; Judy Pinette, “The Book of Love; Isabelle Warnock, “To Be Loved.” Attention, everybody! Room 321 has just held their poll and here are the results: A two-time winner is Carol Frene: Best Dressed Girl and Prettiest Girl. Class Clown by unanimous decision went to Constantine Rigapoulos; Most Talkative, Joanne Brine! Best Dressed Boy, Joseph Palangio. Most Popular Girl, Janice Kadlec. Handsomest Boy, Howie Martell. Most likely to Succeed, Vahe Herkoian. Why is Miss Carr always at the window? Is Fred Nasson the teacher’s pet in 321? Why does Elaine Highland always leave English class the fifth period? How did Barbara Hamwey really sprain her toe? The girls in 324 would like to know why it is the boys become fresh air fiencls during special period? What causes Karen Halaby to hurry from her last period and look out the window every day? Room 332 have compiled their favorite tunes. Do you agree with us? Rosalie Piano, “Maybe”; David Sheehan, “Earth Angel”; Janet Birkemose, “Tequila”; Edna Sullivan “Don’t You Just Know It”; Virgil Aiello, “It’s Too Soon to Know”; Eileen DiCiaccio, “For Your Love”; Geno DiSarcina, “Gee”; Carol Carlson, “Witchcraft”; Robert Merlino, “Oh Julie”; Karen Jones, “In the Still of the Night”; Arthur Albertini, “I’m Happy”; Donna Fales, “Are You Sincere”; Patrick O’Brien, “Maybe Baby”; Diane Anderson, “Pledge of Love.” Everyone’s eye is on the Junior Prom and 332 is no exception. Room 334 has been nominated the noisiest room in the school by Miss O’Brien, our homeroom teacher. Who is Sandra KuszmaF’s recent guest? How come Jackie Robertson and Bob Sullivan talk a foreign language, and is it here to stay ? We all hope not. (Turn to page 28) Twenty-five The Sophomore reporters Are pleased to present These choice bits of news. To amuse and inform you is their intent. Hail the realm of 351! We have chosen Marie-Elaine Brazzao and Ray Spinosa as King and Queen of Popularity. Under the title of Court Proctor, we have James Dumas. Heading the Court banking we find Susan Kaup and Maria Teves, who are striving every week for 100 per cent. Good luck, girls! For entertainment we have our court jester, James Munroe, supplying laughter and merri- ment, while on the dramatic scene are Rita Riccardi and Maria Teves, direct from the Players’ Club. A major issue in this court of old is, “Why not Sci-Fi ?” Hear ye! Hear ye! Anyone wishing to debate the issue, see Sir James Munroe, to be found in the last row, 5th seat, hidden under a pile of “Mad,” “Humbug,” and science-fiction books. So, if you’re in need of fun, cross the moat and the door marked 351! From the occupants of 109, come these selected pet peeves: The little green book, Paul Morandi; 6th periods, Patty McCabe; climbing School Street every morning, Robert Cignetti; watching girls in the corridor, Robert Brown; putting up with teachers that are hard to get along with, Eddie Conlon; the 8:35 bell, Richard DerMarderosian; Latin, Linda Cormia; surprise tests, Marion Syl- vester; boys with quarter-inch crew cuts, Alice Blackmer; short blondes with pony tails, Gary Barlow. Can anyone solve the mysteries of 114? Who is the brilliant boy who is never in the homeroom during special, but always in the locker room with his bottle of bufferin? Why are the desk covers up during special? What’s so interesting in 32 to Nancy Fernald? Does anyone know why Marcia Talbot dislikes short boys? Last but not least, who scalped Bill Furello? If anyone can solve these prob- lems, PLEASE report to 114 on the double. This quarter two pupils of 205, Virginia Vroom and Dominic Siero, were semi-finalists in the Starlet Show Poster Contest. Robert Rosati’s Christmas Card was on exhibition at the Scholastic Art Exhibition in Boston. We are proud of these people for represent- ing our room. Welcome to 209! We have a few pet peeves from our “Crazy Little Palace”: Diane Di Pasquale, show-offs; Jacqueline Hawks, Zorro; Adele Ardolino, boys; Joanne Ken- nedy, cute boys; Russell Fleming, school and a certain blond in 209!!; Rosalie Zuccaro, stubborn people; Jean MacDonald, conceited boys; Kathleen Mclsaac, Junior and Senior Proms; Myron Gale, brunettes; Shirley Morrison, Mickey Mouse. By the way, why is 309 such a busy center of activity at 12:10 every day? Room 343 is troubled by these disturbing questions: Why is it that Irene Pedro is always eating the minute she gets into school ? What do Dorothy Pickles and Edward Pasquina fiind so interesting to talk about during special periods? Why does Anne Mitchell stand in front of room 344 after lunch every day; what or whom is so in- teresting in this room? Why does Sandra Bird always get caught peeking through tbe door into 344? Why does Diane McCarthy always rush through lunch to get up to her homeroom and why does she and Diana Rothery go back for their lunch every day instead of taking it with them to third period ? Twenty-six 3-2-1 Blast off - appazoom! The 350 Special has just blasted off into outer space with Mr. Berra, our trusty pilot, safely guid- ing us through the atmosphere. Because his assistants are all so very trustworthy, and honorable, they too deserve mention. Serving as Automatic Locker is Michael Bigley; Stra- tegic Board Washer, Charlie Harkins; Sound Master, Marcia Anderson; the Atomic Brain, Maria Mantzoukas; and Chief of the Home- work division, Arthur Hughes. Everybody is, at all times, on clean-up duty to remove bits of meteoric dust which may happen to fall on the floor. This is ship 350 signing off for now. In the homeroom of 352, we voted for the following: Best dressed boy and girl, Fred- erick Dargie and Carmela Donati; Class clown, Joan Empey; most popular girl and boy, Gladys Alizio and James Lim; nicest per- sonality, Doris Fowler; most talkative, Gladys Alizio; favorite song, “You’re Mine”; Doris Fowler dislikes moving from room to room and Mary Adams dislikes carrying books. Mildred Crowther complains of trying to get to school in the morning and trying to get out in the afternoon. Janet Conway doesn’t like Miss Humber’s afternoon ses- sions. We’re all wondering what the joke is among Richard Gilberti, James Lim, and Frederick Dargie that makes them laugh all through special. We are all very proud of Alberta Powell, who won third prize in the science contest. Mr. O’Brien wants to know what makes Linda Walker fly? Paul Cossette is reform- ing to study next year. Richard Martin would like to get acquainted with a certain Bru- nette. Pet peeves from 341 are: Janice McDonald, teacher’s pets; Dottie Manual, a boy named Barry; Barbara Battaglioli, “I want my Maypole”; Sebastian Di Modica, the crooked banker; Richard Martin, girls that break dates. Walter Hutchinson, crazy women drivers; Patricia Cyr, cute conceited boys; Marilyn De Rosa, Janice Alelio. The members of 349 wish to welcome Mr. Restani to the family. Our greatest discovery is that some of our boys have been reading the Bible. We took a poll in our room to find some of the boy’s life ambitions. James Nolan’s greatest ambition is to get the fifty-six points in the 16 years he will be here. Larry Kelleher’s is to own not a picture, but a real, chopped, channeled and seconded “49” Merc. Jim Tucci is to get a date with an English teacher. If you would like to be Sherlock Holmes come to 354, for we have all the questions, but no answers. What does William Maney keep in his myterious brown envelope? It is the formula for the bleach that James Babin uses on his hair, or the answer to whose shoulder does Janet look over to help her make Max Credit? Why have John Kelly and Peter Vidito become so attached to 354 every Monday and Wednesday afternoon? What book does Marie Miceli and Robert Radochia find so interesting during Special? Room 206 would like the answers to the following questions: Why doesn’t Andrew Biondo like to see his name in print? Who are the mysterious desk movers? What brand of laughing pills do Diane Gordon and David Bozzi patronize? What do Diane Fedele, Pauline Dean and Carmen Villa find so in- teresting in the locker room at 8:25 every morning? Anyone knowing the answers to these questions please report to the room Sgt. Joe Friday, our favorite homeroom teacher, Mr. Joyce. Congratulations to Daniel Duncan, who plays a hot trumpet in the band, to Beverly Simas and Diane Fedele, our room treas- urers, who are doing a great job of helping in saving our money, and to Adele Ferrari our room proctor, who helps us to spend our money. A hearty welcome goes out to Mary Tobin, formerly of St. Joseph’s High School. Now that we’ve ended We bid you farewell ’Til the next issue When more news we’ll tell. Twenty-seven SPRING Joann Miceli ’58 While walking through the park on a warm April night, I glanced upon the bud- ding arms of the trees. The ground beneath me was becoming softer, now, in prepara- tion for the approaching season. As the gentle breeze brushed by me, I could visualize the familiar sights once more: Children crowding the playgrounds, little tots zooming on their bicycles down the side- walks, the clop, clop! or make-believe mothers costumed in grown-up shoes and cosmetics. Boys sitting on the curb daily daring death, just to read stories of Superman or to play baseball while mother is chasing little Johnny off the streets and away from the oncoming vehicles. Then when the sun starts to fade over the horizon, a certain stillness covers all. The children are tucked in their beds. Mother is finishing the dishes. A few sounds of moving automobiles are heard in the distance. The earth has the fresh fragrance of newly turned-up sod. As I gaze upon the trees I see branches covered with tiny young buds like precious trinkets. It seems like only yesterday that the earth was a blanket of snow. I remembered how the cold air kept you by the fireplace and walks were very few. Now that the nights are warmer, young and old are turning their thoughts to ro- mance. The parks are open for the strollers. The open-air theatres are doing excellent business again. Families and friends are starting to huddle on their porches or taking rides in the country. Very soon the birds will begin their sere- nading. The flowers and trees will sway in the breeze while the bright sun magnifies all the glory of the day. Then you will know that spring has really arrived in full force. ALONE Kathleen Harvey ’58 The hunted doe Was too slow. The little fawn This early morn Is left alone. ROELOFKROMHOUT (Continued from page 7) trip of eleven days, he was much impressed with the huge buildings. Roel is seventeen years old and can speak French, German, Dutch and English. In Holland the students attend school in the morning from nine to noon, and from two to four in the afternoon. There are six years of elementary school and four years of high school. During a school year the students are given fourteen subjects and the teachers cir- culate from classroom to classroom, while the pupils stay in one room for all classes. Pat Boone is the idol of the teen-agers in Holland. The girls wear dark clothes and have Audrey Hepburn haircuts. They use very little make-up and are very friendly. Roel plans to be a dramatic actor after he graduates. At present he is an active member in our Players’ Club and is a Commercial student of room 241. JUNIOR CHATTER (Continued from page 25) David Beldotte (alias Bill) has been hear- ing “bells” ever since he heard about the Junior Prom. What’s up, Bill? Did Jean DiMita really pull a tooth for her project? Marie De Flumeri has a great in- terest in . . . .? Algebra, of course. Here is where some of the students of 329 can be found after school. Robert Medeiros can always be found sitting on a radiator eat- ing apples. Mary Cronin can be found at the dentist every Thursday. Barbara Davidson and Mary Doherty are busy working at Gorins. Alex Kourepenis is always playing basketball in the school yard of Western Junior High. Russell Brown says he is woriv- when you see him drive up School Street, looking for pretty girls to drive home. (Watch out!) Roll Call, Room 234: James Rudolph—The only boy in the room who can sing, “Don’t You Just Know It”; Mary Foppiano, the only girl in our home- room who gets all A’s in stenography. What’s your secret, Mary? Bruce Ross, an accordion player for the Boys’ Glee Club and the only talented musician in the room. Carolyn Au- Twenty-eight terio, one of the fine dancers in “Talent Night” and a firm rooter for the football team. Carol Taylor—How can she possibly miss the last bell by one minute every morn- ing? Lizzie Kiley—Congratulations, Liz! The first girl in 234 to get an invitation to tTie prom. That’s all for now, so audios, amigos! EXCHANGE PAGE (Continued from page 16 2) Oh, the lunchroom has thousands of good things to eat today! Beans! Beans! Beans! —“Brighton Towers,” Brighton High “I’ve seen your grades, and I think they’re terrible. Do you know you got five F’s and a D? How do you explain that?” “I guess I just spent too much time on that one subject.” “May I join you?” “Heavens, am I coming apart?” —from “Teen” Magazine College Board examination. Directions: Insert: “................ is to furschlugginer as blarney is to booze.” “Of the following selections, two are Fraudulent, one is spurious, one is mislead- ing, three are fallacious, one is incorrect, and one is extremely deceptive. Pick out the one which is not untrue: (a) 8 of the statesmen present are at present dead. (b) 13 people not there might have been present. (c) Alfred E. Newman was not among those present. (d) Alfred E. Newman did not want to be present, but was. (e) There was no Alfred E. Newman living in Walla Walla at the time. (f) Alfred E. Newman is purely a fictiti- ous name. (g) Three of those pictured are looking Elihu Zass, Wala Walla’s favorite son. (h) Two of those three are frowning. Give the scheme for the following rhyme pattern: abcdefghijkac” —from “Beaverboard,” Portsmouth Priory One Rogers’ Student: “What are you tak- ing up in school.” The other: “Time and space.” Typing teacher, reading paper aloud: “Deaf Sir, Kind fiend.” “These jokes aren’t so bad. Yesterday we threw some in the fire and the fire roared.” At a reception and tea at the Parmenter Health Center in Wayland, Louise Price, editor in chief of the Radiator Yearbook, re- ceived a Certificate of Honor for her essay on Tuberculosis. Her essay, “Can We Wipe Out TB in Somerville?” tied for first place in the 1957 School Press Project. This pro- ject was sponsored by the local Tuberculosis Association in cooperation with the Columbia Scholastic Press Association to promote in- terest in better tuberculosis control. The annual SHS Science Fair took place March 24 through 26. Over 150 entries were submitted, and from these the judges chose the following winners. John Rezendes, a senior, won first place for his physics project. His entry was a scaled plan for a missile, based on the theory that the dangers in construction are de- creased when the missile is understood. Constantine Cacos won second place for his display on chemical bonding. Chuck, a junior, is a chemistry student. Alberta Powell, a sophomore, was awarded third place for her biology project, by which she induced growth in mulberry plants with Gibberellic Acid. Albert Bowen, Thomas Olson, William Slat- tery, Robert Collins, and Louise Price were awarded honorable mention. William Andru- chow was awarded special mention for his chemistry project. The three winners chosen by SHS com- peted in the National Science Fair at MIT. Twcnty-nin What would you do if you received an XIPLIPLASTRON for your birthday? Answers: “I'd die!”—Natalie Biano ’60. “Make a pie with it”—Gladys Alizio '60. “I’d open a museum”—Margaret McQuaid ’58. “Wire the FBI”—Eliza Holden ’58 “Given me free rides”—Anonymous ’59. “Enlarged my shoe size”—Roy Phillips ’53. “Made me valiant in battle”—James Dumas ’60. To those who were assigned to read the Sunday New York Times—have you any comments? Answers: “No funnies”—Nancy Resmini ’58. “Gets my hands alll inky”—Nancy La Pierre ’58. “It weighs five pounds”—Joseph Miola ’58. ♦XIPLIPLASTROM is the posterior or fourth lateral plate in the plastrom of a turtle. How long would it take an inch worm to inch up Prospect Hill Tower if he were climbing the South side and a 30 mph wind was coming from a north-northwesterly direction ? Answers: “What does ‘mph’ stand for?”—Rita Ric- cardi '60. “We haven’t learned to solve this kind of problem in our trigonometry class yet.”— James Gavin ’58. “I estimate the number of hours to be equi- valent to the square root of 58934.636348 if first divided by 386”—Virginia Rimkus ’59. “Consult your local math teacher”—Joseph Bradley ’60. “Solve by the use of the formula: dis- tance equals rate divided by percentage”— Patricia O’Connell ’59. What has the MTA done for you ? Answers: “Nothing good”—Anne Zaya ’60. “Increased my vocabulary”—Barry Par- sons ’59. “Squashed my lunch”—Charlotte Shep- herd ’58. HARVEST TIME IN THE POET’S CORNFIELD Way down upon the Swanee River I had an operation on my liver. I’m a itty bitty housefly And oh, the awful fuss and such, At dinner time I’m asked to leave— But I don’t eat so much. So quietly they play, two curly locks . . Building sputniks instead of blocks. Hi-diddle-diddle, the cat and the fiddle, Sputnik spun over the moon. The U.S. was shocked to see such sport For the Russians launched it too soon! Humor They walked the lane together, The sky was covered with stars, They reached the gate in silence, He lifted down the bars, She lifted her brown eyes to him. Theres nothing between them now For he was just a farmer’s boy And she a jersey cow. Thirty Compliments of J. W. HOWARD SONS COTA THE FLORIST 328 BROADWAY SOMERVILLE, MASS. 202 WASHINGTON STREET The most modern flower shop in Greater Boston SO 6-0950 105 Corsages were bought ot Howords for the 1957 Prom Speciolizing in THE florists for the Senior Night PROM CORSAGES Committee of 1957! SOmerset 6-0416 - 6-0417 'Jrjsk1 Compliments of McGLYNN T. F. MURPHY THE FLORIST 7(orid 400 WASHINGTON STREET SOmerset 6-1908 SOMERVILLE, MASS. Res. MOnument 6-3688 Flowers of Distinction Specializing in Prom Corsages 24-Hour Service 352 HIGHLAND AVENUE THOMAS F. McGLYNN Neor Willow Ave. Proprietor Telephones SOMERVILLE, MASS. PR 6-8800 - PR 6-8801 - PR 6-0975 SMART GIRLS DO THEIR JOB HUNTING EARLY “GOT A JOB YET, SUE? “WISH I DID! HOW DO YOU LIKE WORKING AT THE TELEPHONE COMPANY?” IT’S THE MOST! ...Betty and Barbara work with the Company too, you know. The pay is good, and I’m due for a raise real soon. Doing telephone work makes me feel important, too.” She’s Right! A Telephone job is an important one, and the advantages Telephone people enjoy are certainly worth looking into. Why don’t you come in and see our employment interviewer soon. You’ll enjoy talking with her. Join the smart girls who look into Telephone job opportunities early — before they graduate from high school. See the Guidance Counselor at your school, and talk first with her about where and when to apply. NEW ENGLAND TELEPHONE AND TELEGRAPH COMPANY Somerville High School, June 1958 Junior Isso THE RADIATOR SOMERVILLE HIGH SCHOOL 75th YEAR OF CONTINUOUS PUBLICATION VOL. LXXV SOMERVILLE, MASSACHUSETTS JUNE, 1958 Editor-in-Chief MARJORIE HOWE '58 Art Editor MARILYN INCE '58 Literary Editor LOUISE PRICE '58 Feature Editor JOYCE KALTON '58 Ruth Kotell '58 William Ellis '58 Thomas Vartabedian '58 Dorothy Silva '58 Vivian Camerlengo '58 Edythc Fishman '58 Ruth Lancaster '58 Contributing Editors: Judith Helmund '58 Evelyn Ells '58 Fronk Hrubi '59 Janet Resteghini '59 Isabelle Warnock '59 John Traniello '59 Eileen DiCioccio '59 Typists Rita Folco '59 Barbara Murray '59 Emma Coferelli '59 Louise Kinsley '59 Beverly Richordson '59 Dorothy Thorne '59 Sondro Coppucci '59 Nancy Swett '60 Rita Riccordi '60 Julia Liberace '60 Business Staff Richord Burnett '58 Nancy Tyler '58 MR. ALBERT GIROUX Head Master MR. HUGH McCUSKER Business Adviser SCH0 J MISS OLIVE B. MacPHERSON Literary Adviser Reporters Table of Contents SENIORS: 102, Poul McLaughlin; 141 Constance Campbell; 143, Richard Hamilton; 147, Jeon Fiske; 149, Lucy DeBonis; 150, Barbara Gerrior; 151, Ann Bradley; I 52, Cecelio McCarthy; 1 54, Ethel Ardolino; 241, Anthony Primo; 243, Charlotte Fofel; 244, Priscillo Cole; 245, Borbaro Waters; 247 Regina Voudo; 249, Thomas Varto bedian; 250, Barbaro Borghi; 251, Dosolo Lotti; 252, Charlotte Shepherd; 254, Jane Antolini; 29, Claudia Kelly JUNIORS: 24, Henry Billings; 25, Joan Palozzolo; 27, Kathryn Miminos; 29, Joseph O'Brien; 30, Soroh Moore; 31, Eloine Ugolini; 32, Phyllis Traniello; 221, Jonice Rogers; 232, Martin Denning, 234, Karen Kelly; 313, Nancy Burns; 321, Shelia Cronin; 324, Karen Holoby; 325, Rito Whalen; 327, Josephine Forto; 329, Nancy Bond; 330, Marie Compos; 331, Nancy De Lo Cour; 332, Dorothy Thorne; 334, Ruth McGoff SOPHOMORES: 105, Carolyn Harris; 106, Harold Mitchitson; 109, Steven Cimarelli; 110, Carol Lambert; 113, Nancy McLucos; 1 14, Maureen Desmond; 204, Mildred Riberio; 205, Ann Magee; 206, Elsie Scioli; 209, Morie Francis; 210, Antoinette Mazzoli; 302, Arlene Price; 341, Joyce Clough; 343, Eloine Comcau; 344, Eugene McCorthy; 345, Doniel Arcongelo; 347, Joseph Volente; 349, Joseph Aubccwicz; 350, Margaret Joyce; 351, Carol Caruso; 352, Mory Adams; 354, Ronald Russo Cover Design Space Travel Social Security Dr. George K. Coyne Groduotion Means Goodbye Growing Poins Double Date Sounds of Summer Prom Troubles The Break of Down Poetry Alumni Exchange Page SPORTS Baseball Track GAA Hove You Met? Whot's Doin' Nationol Honor Society Graduating With Honor Off the Record CLASS CHATTER Senior Junior Sophomore Roving Reporter Marilyn Ince '58 Thomos Vartabedian '58 3 Isabelle Warnock '59 4 4 Janet Resteghini '59 5 Judy Helmund '58 6 Janet Resteghini '59 7 Judith Helmund '58 8 Mory Wordell '59 8 Eileen DiCioccio '59 9 10 11 12 14 15 16 18 20 22 23 Dorothy Silva '58 24 25 26 29 31 SPACE TRAVEL Thomas Vartabedian '58 Now that we have broken through the sound barrier and traveled across continents and oceans at a speed of 1000 miles per hour, our next step is rocket flight. This year, the U. S. government launched an unmanned rocket with a satellite in its nose. It cir- cles the earth about 350 miles up in the iono- sphere and reports back to us the conditions it finds there. The best speed that our chemical gases can give us in rocket flight is about 4000 miles per hour. That is only 1 miles per second. I say “only” because even this speed is not enough to allow the rocket to pull away from the earth’s gravity. This Is “escape velocity,” a speed of 25,000 miles per hour at which an object can escape the earth’s magnetic pull. We hope to reach a speed of about 5 miles per second without aid of atomic fuel. At this speed, it would still take us about five days to reach our moon and about six months to reach Mars or Venus. The distances in outer space are so tre- mendous that such a slow speed would tend to keep us imprisoned within the compara- tively narrow circle of our near planets and our own moon. As an example of how fast the distances in space are, it would take us about 100,000 years of travel at a speed of 5 miles per second to reach the star nearest to us. This would seem to limit our explora- tion into interstellar space. Even with atomic fuel, it would take about a thousand years to reach this same nearest star. But nothing is impossible in this fantastic world of ours. Even now, we can begin to think of several possibilities that would en- able us to gain knowledge of the universe beyond our immediate solar system. One possibility is an unmanned survey ship which would streak out into space aimed at a target it could not reach for 1,000 years. This type of exploration would require long-range planning by people who would be dead almost a thousand years when the automatic vessel reached its destination and began its job of electronically reporting its impressions back to earth. Another fantastic, and yet not utterly im- possible solution might be through suspended animation. We have already succeeded in drastically slowing down the body processes in emergencies, and freezing life at low tem- peratures. In this way, the crew of an auto- matic ship could make the long journey and awake in time for the landing. Only time and experimenting can give us details of future developments. There may even come a time when space travel is taken for granted, as air travel is now. Fifty years ago, there was as much ex- citement over the first flights of aircraft as there is now about sending of rockets into space. It doesn’t seem likely that trips to other planets will become commonplace within the lifetime of any persons living today. But who knows? Scientific and technical develop- ments are coming so fast that it is almost im- Thre possible to keep up with all of them. Man has always looked upward to the stars. Perhaps that is where his ultimate destiny will be found— on far-off worlds that today are only twinkling points of light in the immensity of space. MOONLIGHT ON WATER Mary Blake ’59 Giving life to the shadowy darkness Each moonbeam dances on the Slowly rippling water; making it live With each sparkling touch of brightness. SOCIAL SECURITY Isa belle Warnock '59 As the school year comes to a close and summer vacation begins, many of you will start working at various jobs and will con- tinue on a part-time basis in the fall. Make sure that your employer takes down your name and social security number exact- ly as shown on your social security card. You probably know that every payday two per cent of your earnings are deducted from your salary and deposited on your social security account. Make sure that you are re- ceiving credit for this contribution and check to see that your employer has recorded it accurately, along with your social security number. In 1956 some amendments were added to the social security law, whereby the tax was increased slightly to pay the added cost of providing disability insurance protection. Under these new amendments, many people are covered who were not covered before. The Social Security Administration is con- stantly working to bring more people who are not already covered under its protection. Upon your graduation from high school or college, you will probably continue to in- crease your earnings, and thus your social security account. It is important, therefore, that you know something about social se- curity and how it can benefit you. For an- swers to any questions you may have, write to the Social Security Administration, 2 Trowbridge Street, Cambridge, Mass., or phone UN 4-3900. OUR NEW ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT DR. GEORGE K. COYNE Many Somerville High students already know Dr. George K. Coyne, who has been principal of the Western Junior High School for twenty-seven years. Dr. Coyne was re- cently elected assistant superintendent of the Somerville public schools. Dr. Coyne was graduated from Salem Nor- mal School in 1924, received a bachelor of education degree from Boston College in 1929 and a master of education degree from the same college in 1931. He received a doc- tor of oratory degree from Staley college in 1954. He also received a certificate for su- perintendency from the State Department of Education. Dr. Coyne began his service in the Somer- ville school system when he became a teach- er in the Northeastern Jr High School in 1925. He served as vice-principal of the Northeastern in 1928 and was elected prin- cipal of the Western Junior High in 1931 In 1954 he served as acting assistant superin- tendent for most of the school year. As assistant superintendent of schools, Dr. Coyne will succeed Dr. Leo C. Donahue, who is our newly-appointed superintendent of schools. Four GRADUATION MEANS GOODBYE Janet Resteghini ’59 Miss Sarah Clansdale carefully removed her old-fashioned glasses, first from one ear, then the other, and rubbed the bridge of her ncse vaguely. With some effort she sup- pressed a sigh, only to relent minutes later with a gaping yawn. She was tired. Lately it seemed she was always tired. Forty-three years ago, when she had started teaching, she was able to breeze through five classes of robust teen- agers a day, and still have the energy for some afternoon make-up sessions. But now she could barely carry herself until the 2 o’clock dismissal bell and very rarely had make-up sessions not only because she was too tired, but because the students so rarely came after school any more. During the past few months she had re- alized that she was slowing down. One had to face the facts. It was no wonder the school officials had asked her to retire in June. They had quietly called her into their office and calmly asked her to retire. Thus, in five minutes a career was extinguished. There was nothing to use for solace either, be- cause she felt she had never been an in- spiring teacher. Oh, for one child, just one child who would care. Who would listen and take heed? Was that too much to ask in forty-three years? What was it worth, anyway? This strange thing called life. You woke up, ate your meals, did your work, had your teeth fixed, saved your money—and for what! A child- ishly simple dismissal at the end of your toil. And, in all her life Sarah had never really had anyone to talk to—someone to discuss life with. Nowadays people always talked about themselves, or other people, or, worse still, objects. They never discussed life, or wondered why it is, or cared. It was a ter- ribly disillusioning thing to face. Women walked a’ong the streets wondering what to have for supper, or where their friend Mabel had bought her new hat. Men looked at their wrist watches and rushed to get to a meeting, or dig a ditch. And children, ah, bless the children, for they very rarely thought before they rode their bikes, or smashed their toys. Better not think at all, than to concentrate on a bagatelle. A human mind, the most sacred thing in the world, and it was continually used as a wastebasket. But what could a helpless old woman do? It was past her time to help. During the years, she had tried to communicate with her students, tried to dislodge an idea, tried to kindle a spark of warmth. As a result, she was still looking for that one student who would make all the years worth-while. It had been a good life, nevertheless. She owned her own car, had a comfortable apart- ment, owned many lovely clothes, had even been to Europe. Still, a sad thing, not ever having anyone really to talk to. The hoping for that was over now and so was her career. Never again would Sep- tember have the same meaning. How the students looked those first days back, in their colorful new fall clothes for which they had worked all summer to buy. The look of the restless young bodies during a test, painful squirming, hard thinking, poor memories. No. September would be quite dull from now on. Fivo Almost as suddenly as it had come, Spring shook out her apple blossoms and ripened lazily into a golden June. Miss Clansdale found herself dressing for the graduation exercises, the last school function she would attend. In the large, noisy, over-heated auditorium she searched the faces of the nervous seniors for some familiar former pupil. So many of them, shining, happy, unusually quiet and waiting expectantly. Then her eyes rested tenderly on the face of David Carter. A stray lock of brown hair, shining brown eyes and straight Grecian nose. He caught her glance and gave her his golden benevolent smile. Handsome, popular David had stolen her ma- ternal heart the moment he walked into her classroom that first September day last year. He was the one pupil who had almost re- sponded to her teachings. Presently she watched him stride across the stage and get his stiff, white diploma. After the graduation exercises she walked through the large doors into the stony, silent halls. She had almost reached the stairs when she heard someone calling her. Turn- ing, she saw David coming toward her, the folds of his graduation gown swinging madly around his long legs. “Miss Clansdale,” he said, “you almost got away on me and I wanted to thank you for everything you’ve done. You’ll never know how you encouraged me. I wasn’t going on to college, but you made me realize how im- portant it is. I will have to get a job to put myself through, and it will be kind of hard, but I know it’s worth it. I have to go now, Miss Clansdale. I’ll write and let you know how I’m doing. Thanks again.” He bent and gave her a hurried kiss on the cheek and once again his golden smile. She watched him rush out into the crowd of noisy students, the tassel of his mortar-board dancing wildly around his eyes. With a faint smile on her lips she made her way slowly toward the exit of the high school. Before she went out the door, she reached up and gave the smooth, wooden frame a little pat—lovingly, and for the last time. GROWING PAINS Judy Helnuind ’58 Helen Taylor stood in the middle of her daughter’s room and viewed the chaos there with a weary sigh. How anyone, in the simple process of getting dressed could create such disorder was completely beyond her compre- hension. The floor, bed, dresser, everything was strewn with clothes and papers. She opened the closet door. Ugh! What was that smell? Formaldehyde again? Why must her daughter take such a sudden and consuming interest in biologly? She investigated. If this were another starfish, she’d simply die! This time it was a jellyfish, very definitely em- balmed and reposing in her best copper pan. She groaned, slammed the door and marched downstairs. Before another day passed, she intended to straighten out a few things with her daughter. Lynn was draped in a chair in the living room, listening to the radio. “The History of the United States” was lying on the floor where she had dropped it, and she was right in the middle of a simply thrilling daydream. As a matter of fact, she was right in the middle of telling her biology teacher, Mr. Black, that she would simply love to become his charming wife. “I’d hate to disturb you while you’re doing your homework, but just exactly what do you think you are doing, putting that horrible dead thing in my best pan. And how many times must I tell you that I will not have that awful smelling stuff in the house?” Six “MOTHER, you didn’t throw away my jellyfish,” screamed Lynn. ‘‘Oh, you couldn’t! I—I’ve got to have it for biology;” “That isn’t all, young lady, there are clothes and biology notes all over your room.” “But. mother, Mr. Black says that . . “I don’t care what Mr. Black says. I say you’d better go right up and pick up that room.” “MOTHER, don’t talk about Mr. Black that way. He . . . well, he’s just wonderful, that’s all!” Helen Taylor watched her daughter walk dreamily up the stairs and realized that she imagined herself deeply in love with the bi- ology teacher. So that’s why she had such a sudden interest in biology! The next day Lynn came home from school broken-hearted, for Mr. Black was engaged to be married. She moped around her room, went without her dinner, and went to bed very early that night. By the next morning things seemed a little brighter and Lynn went to school in a better mood. At two-thirty that afternoon Mrs. Taylor looked out the window and saw Lynn walking up the street with a tall, handsome boy in a football sweater. And Lynn was smiling! The door slammed. “Oh, mother, I’ve met the nicest boy. His name is Dave and he is simply terrifically interested in chemistry. BALLAD OF THE ROCKING CHAIR Janet Resteghini ’59 One sunny day, long, long ago, A lad so brave and smart Came up to me; he smiled and then, He offered me his heart. I tossed my curls and turned my head And told him, “Run along.” But time has passed and I have changed And know now I was wrong. I threw away my one true love That my heart ever knew; And since he’s found another, There’s nothing I can do. I sit and pine away my days On my old rocking chair. And think of how I spoiled my life, The day I tossed my hair. DOUBLE DATE Janet Resteghini ’59 Of all the trouble Joanie had ever been in, this was absolutely tops. Here she was, the day before the Junior Prom, with two dates. How had she gotten into this anyway? “It’s all Tim’s fault,” she grumbled. If only he had asked her three weeks before the prom, everything would have been all right. But instead, Joanie had got impatient and worried that she wouldn’t be able to go, and had phoned Tony, who was away at college. Tony accepted her invitation eagerly and told her he would come down on his Spring vacation. With that settled, Joanie had gone shopping for a gown and found the perfect one in a small shop in town. Then Tim had ruined everything with his tardy invitation to the same prom. Joanie hadn’t even thought of Tony when Tim asked her. She had just visualized herself going to the prom on Tim’s arm and had ac- cepted without even flinching. “After all, Tim was not just the type of person one refused,” she had reflected. He was star of the football team, class officer, and a hand- some boy. That was quite a combination! Be- sides everybody liked Tim. He was so popular that she thought perhaps some of his glory would come to her even a little bit. Well, anyway, Tony was on his way, Tim had ordered her corsage, and there was no way out of the situation. It was too late. “The worst thing that can happen,” she told Seven her mother, “is that the two boys show up at the same time.” Joanie didn’t really care. After all, she was going to the prom one way or another. On the fateful night, Joanie dressed with remote attention. Her mind turned over and over the things her mother could tell Tony. “Mother will dream up something,” sTie thought. “She always does.” At the sound of a car, Joanie jumped. “Mustn’t get nervous now.” she thought. Gingerly she walked down stairs right into the stony glances of Tony and Tim, spotless in their white dinner jackets. “Well, the worst has happened, and here I am right in the middle,” she grumbled. “Tony,” she said pleadingly, turning to him. “Tim, I don’t know what to say.” There was no need to say a word. Two identical sets of shiny shoes spun on their heels and stomped out. The only mementos Joanie had of the beautiful evening she almost enjoyed, were two limp corsages, crushed together on the front porch. SOUNDS OF SUMMER Judith Helmund ’58 The pavements seem to sizzle with the heat. Nearby a baby cries, and children’s shouts echo through the steaming streets. It is summer in the city. Horns blare, as hot, impatient drivers make their weary way home from work. Radios ring out through open windows, flung wide against the heat. A mother’s impatient voice calls Johnny home for dinner. A city summer — sizzling, hot, loud. . . . There is a splash as a girl dives into the cool lake water. The rhythmic sound of oars can be heard as a hopeful fisherman heads off across the water. Birds sing their sweet- est songs, frogs croak, and crickets chirp. This is a summer in the country. It is night; the silence can almost be heard. As a lone- some bullfrog croaks; far across the water a church bell rings sweetly. The breeze ripples through the trees. A country sum- mer, gay, free, quiet .... FROM TROUBLES Mary Wordell ’59 Peggy was blonde, blue-eyed, and very pretty. But more important, she was sweet sixteen and never been kissed by Rico, a boy she had adored all her life, practically. When they were growing up together, he had always been there to lend a helping hand. When she almost drowned in the pond, he saved her. And when she was caught up in the old elm tree, he helped her down. Yet, in all these years she just remained a sister to him, putting up with him when he was dating other girls, soothing him when he was depressed, and helping him with his homework. Now that she was seventeen, and a senior at Salem High, he still had never dated her. It was May and all the girls were talking about the Senior Prom. “Who’s taking you, Peggy?” asked Barbara, the most popular girl at school. “Oh, Tommy Brent asked me, but I re- fused. It’s no fun going with one boy and wishing you were with another.” Then Bar- bara told Peggy that she heard Rico was going to ask Joni, a cute brunette who had just moved to town. Peggy, dazed with heartache, said goodbye and slowly started for home. Her hope seemed to ebb away. Just as she started up her walk, she saw Rico flying down the stairs, jumping over the hedge, and running toward her. Eight “Hey, Peggy, can you help me with the geometry homework tonight? I’ve got a big test coming up and I want to get a good mark.” Concealing her feelings, Peggy agreed to to help him. With the promise, he bounded back over the hedge to his old car. Peggy, humming and dreaming all the while, spent the rest of the afternoon mak- ing brownies, for them to eat when he came over that night. Rico was on time, and they started the homework right away. Rico was busy figur- ing out a problem, so he didn’t see her eyes resting dreamily on him, nor could he see the thoughts that passed through her mind. When they finished she invited him to stay and have the brownies. When they were eating and talking, she brought up the subject of the coming prom. “Gee, I didn’t know it was so close,” he re- plied. “Say, Peggy, do you know Joni, that new girl that moved to town?” “No, I don’t.” she said softly, “but she seems like a nice girl.” “Well, I was thinking of asking her to go with me. Do you think she’ll accept?” “Sure, Rico,” she said, almost crying, “I think she’ll accept.” That night Peggy cried herself to sleep. The following day she moped about and did little homework. Suddenly it was two weeks before the prom. She was in the same hopeless state. Everywhere she turned she saw Rico, or Joni and sometimes they were even together. Worst of all, she was getting the prom blues and would have gone with anyone who asked her. But no one did. By this time everyone had a date. Then one day she answered the doorbell and saw Rico standing there. “Peggy,” he started, “I know you probably have a date for the prom and I probably don’t have a chance, but I was wondering, would you like to go to the prom with me?” “But, I thought you wanted to take Joni.” “Oh, but she was just playing up to me, because she wanted to get another boy jeal- ous. He went and asked her to the prom be- fore I could get a chance. But, I’m thankful, because as soon as she was sure of him, she never even looked at me. I’ve been trying to get up enough courage to ask you because I realized suddenly that you were the best girl I could ask.” “Oh, yes, I’d love to go with you,” she exclaimed. Realizing that he was still stand- ing outside, she happily invited him in, and they went into the parlor to talk. THE BREAK OF DAWN Eileen DiCiaccio ’59 As I walked out the door, the cool morn- ing breeze gently ruffled my hair, and the mist of rain, beating down at my face, felt refreshing to my very warm cheeks. It was not yet daylight, as I strolled through the wide, empty streets. Strange, how such a bustling town could be so serene. The streets were filled with diminutive lakes from the past few hours’ rain. The once busy stores were dark and lifeless, no longer filled with hustling people. As I strolled along the main street and pondered on the state of this towm, the sky began to redden with a bright flush. Gradu- ally, the houses began to brighten, and every- thing seemed to come to life and be “on the move” once more. This little suburb began to “wake up” to a new and promising day. PIPE DREAMS Isabelle Warnock ’59 If clogs have fins and fish can bark And birds like cherry pies, If cats can sing and frogs can dance, And cows can really fly; If hens can skate and sheep can moo, And monkeys start to cry; And you should start to wondering About the reason why; Don’t give your fears another thought. Or let your brains start steaming, Just simply wake yourself right up, And stop your silly dreaming. Nine MIST Sandra Cappucci 59 Footsteps Echo in the misty Night And the moist noise Splashes pools of Sound Softly muffled By the curling, writhing Fingers Of fog In the gray darkness. A soft wind Damply touches My cheek With a ghostly sigh. Dew is falling. The footsteps are Gone. I am alone with the Fog. CHERRY BLOSSOMS Sandra Cappucci ’59 Today it is raining. As each raindrop Falls It rides on a filmy white petal So that in the gray Mist My beatuiful cherry tree Seems to weep. Yesterday When the sun shone She seemed fairy-like. She raised her blossom-crusted branches To the blue sky And seemed to want to Catch a cloud. A bird flitted in her fragrance. But now It seems A passing fancy. Today it rains And she weeps. BROTHER Janet Resteghini ’59 Lithe of body, brown of eyes, Loving cats and summer skies, Two skinned elbows, sunburned nose, Running out to play he goes. Lord of the seashore, King of the woods, Bicycle shops and sporting goods. Skillful climber of maple trees, Easy prey for bumble bees. Red plaid shirt and dungarees, Running carefree with the breeze. Tattered sneakers and red felt hat, Cuts out pictures of this and that. Baseball bat and mitt of leather, Jockey of sled in snowy weather. Lover of candy and bubble gum, Practicer of bongo drum. Large stuffed tiger, electric trains, Full-time pest each day it rains. A precious thing, there is no other, Like my own, dear little brother. NIGHT Pat Estee ’59 Black night hovering over a misty sky Covers it slowly and the day is at an end Moonlight appears to break the ebony sky And morning is just around the bend. THANK YOU, FATHER Dorothy Thorne ’59 Bright beams from the sky Startle me from my reverie, And beckon me to my window. Outside the glassy dew Shines on flower petals, Like millions of stars dropped from heaven, I marvel at the wondrous scene, Carved by a Sculptor And painted by an Artist. Then slowly I raise my eyes Till they view the majesty of the heavens, The home of our Father. And I thank Him with all my heart For the beauty that surrounds me. Ten Alumni PETER MAMAKOS, Dramatic Star “It has been twenty years since I walked the corridors of Somerville High School, sat in the classroom, studied and dreamed of the future. The dreams I had then are the reali- ties of today. “If I were asked what were the ingredi- ents of success I would have to say SELF- DISCIPLINE and TO THINE OWN SELF BE TRUE. “I must say that I was a master in Eng- lish, history and Spanish while in school. I wanted to know something about algebra, so I took algebra. I won’t mention the grades I got for the course but they were passing grades and that is about all. I went to the teacher and asked permission to take algebra again without getting the credits. I did. And after that I knew that if Mary had X chick- ens, Fred had X chickens and they had 5 more chickens that Paul had, etc., etc., etc. “I hope you don’t get the wrong im- pression of my scholastic achievements. If you look at the record you will find that I graduated with honors, was a member of the National Honor Society and won the Harriet M. Bell scholarship for the year 1937. I was president of the Players’ Club and Glee Club, member of the Thursday chorus and an all around appreciator of the sports. When I graduated from high school I entered several competitions for scholarships given by various Drama School in Boston. I won the Hoes scholarship at Bishop-Lee School of Drama in Boston. There I spent three years disbursed with two seasons of summer stock in the Berkshires, two seasons as a dramatic counselor in New Hampshire, one winter touring with a Sherlock Holmes Company out of Boston, and one winter sea- son in Miami Beach. “Now I was ready for Broadway, but the bus I boarded took me to Fort Devens, where I had the longest run to date—four and one- half years in Uncle Sam’s Army. Before you picture me another Private Hargrove I wish to inform you that I entered as a private and left with my railroad tracks. Although I spoke Spanish, some French, Italian and some fluent Greek, I spent most of my career in the New Guinea Jungle conversing with the natives in pidgin English. “Once out of the Army I took advantage of the G.I. Bill and went to the Pasadena Playhouse where in my third year I was making my living in the movie industry. Nine years have passed since I cracked my first lense so I have sixty-one motion pic- tures and one hundred sixteen television films. “Pictures currently playing are ‘The Ten Commandments,’ a slave driver in the build- ing of the temple, who fights with John Derek; ‘The Conqueror,’ one of John Wayne’s righthand Mongol Chiefs; ‘My Gun is Quick,’ a one-armed Frenchman; ‘Looking for Trou- ble,” a scheming grand-vizer; ‘Ghost Chas- ers,’ a finger-snapping gangster. Soon to be released is ‘Merry Andrew’ with Danny Kaye, ‘Fort Bowie,’ and ‘Sabu and the Magic Ring.’ “TV films that you will see on your set— ‘Rapid Growth’ (Red Skelton); ‘Overland Express,’ (‘Gunsmoke’); ‘Frame-up,’ (Wyatt Earp), and all the other re-runs of ‘Kit-Car- son,’ ‘Lone Ranger,’ ‘Boston Blackie,’ ‘Jim Bowie,’ in which I play the character Jean LaFitte; ‘Brave Eagle,’ ‘You Are There’, ‘Superman’ and a hundred others which can be called pot-luck. “It is a wonderful life here in California and to think it all started twenty years ago at Somerville High School. Eleven Late Bell Exchanges Hello to all— To start off this issue of the exchange page, we’d like to pass on a conversation noted by the Barker, Westerly, R. I.: At the movies— Dick: Can you see all right? Sue: Yes. Dick: Is there a draft on you? Sue: No. Dick: “Mind exchanging places?” Romantic Equation: x — girl y — boy z = chaperone x- -2y -= jealousy 2x-fy — quarrel x+y-fz — misery x+y—z — happiness “The Red and Black” Rogers High, Newport, R. I. Then there was the story about the lady who loved goldfish. In fact she kept her bathtub filled with them. “But what happens to the goldfish when you take a bath?” asked a friend. “ I just blindfold them,” was the blushing answer. “Grab News”, Cumberland, Ky. Freshman: He who knows not but does not know that he knows not. Sophomore: He who knows not and knows that he knows not. Junior: He who knows, but does not know that he knows. Senior: He who knows and knows that he knows. Worship him! “The Lakonian,” Laconia, N. H. Freshman: A signal to be in my seat. Sophomore: A signal to run to my seat. Junior: A signal to leave my girl and run. Senior: When I get there, I get there. “The Log”, Newburyport High School, Newburyport, R. I. Red-Letter Days We, the seniors of Watertown High School, in order to create a more swingin’ school year, establish bliss, insure academic inertia, provide for a carefree life, promote esprit de corps, and secure the blessings of home-work free nights for ourselves and our underclass- men, do ordain and establish this calendar of no school holidays for the month of June. JUNE 1 Freak Day (come as you are). 3 Sneezeproof Chalk Day (teachers holi- day). 4 Les Sacques Day (sponsored by Pills- bury). 7-14 Be Kind To Bird Watchers’ Week. (just for the birds). 10 Teacher’s Pet Day (sponsored by the Ap- plepolishers’ Union). 12-19 National Razor Week( for all the little shavers). 15 Peanut Brittle Day (founded by some nut). 16-23 National Ammonia Week (in mem- ory of all chemistry lab students). 20 National Stroll Day (sponsored by Amer- ican Bandstand). 23-30 National Shoe Vacation (loafers’ holi- day). “The Bulletin,” Watertown High Twelve Tuesday Swap Shop Twice Told Tales When you started this You thought it Was a poem By now You see You were Mistaken. Isn’t it funny How people will Continue to read Something even When they know They’re being Fooled! Silly people! “The Lakonian,” Laconia, N. H. Senior to Freshman, “Nice little freshman, please don’t cry, ’Cause you’ll be a senior bye and bye.’’ Freshman to senior, “Sweet little senior, don’t you fear, You’ll be a freshman in college next year.” “The Gloucester Beacon,” Gloucester, Mass. “MENU OF THE WEEK” by Bruce D. Grigsby XII “The Rindge Register” Cambridge, Mass. Are you overweight? Monday Breakfast: weak tea Luncheon: 1 boullion cube in 1 4 cup diluted water Dinner: 1 pigeon thigh 2 ounces of prune juice (gargle) Breakfast: boiled out stains from table cover Luncheon: 1 doughnut hole (without sugar) Dinner: 2 jellyfish skins 1 glass dehydrated water Wednesday Breakfast: Shredded egg shells Luncheon: half dozen poppy seeds Dinner: bee knees and mosquito knuckles (saturated with vinegar) Thursday Breakfast: 4 chopped banana seeds Luncheon: button from navel orange Dinner: 3 eyes from Irish potatoes (diced) Friday Breakfast: 2 lobster antennae Luncheon: 1 guppy fin Dinner: fillet of soft shell crab claw Perhaps you think these jokes are bad But you’d quickly change your views, If you compared the jokes we print With the ones we don’t dare use. “The Toy” Newburyport High School Newbury port Thirteen BASEBALL First row: John Hickey, Jomcs McCann, Robert Kovgion, Ri chord Lovcy, Martin O'Brien, Robert Pennell, Frank Spignese, Paul McNomaro, Robert Duarte, Ernest Duortc, John Donohue, coach. Second row: Robert Gosdigion, Phillip Perry, Joe Caruso, Gerald Harrington, Thomas Brennan, William Del Vccchio, Ronald D'Nofrio, Gennoro DiSorcino, Dave Cochron, Robert Thurber, Bob Palmer. Somerville High School’s baseball team opened the season on April 21, defeating Quincy in a thrilling twelve-inning game 6-5. The victory was preserved when Ernie Duarte singled, took second on a wild pitch, and scored as brother Bob Duarte singled him in. Co-Captain Jim McCann was the hit- ting star of the game with four hits, includ- ing two homeruns. Bob Kavgian. Dick Lavey, and Tom Brennan handled the pitching chores for the Red and Blue with Brennan getting the credit for the win. On April 23, Somerville edged Everett 6-4, with Kavgian providing the power with a long homerun. Ernie Duarte pitched to his first victory of the season but needed help in the late innings from Brennan. The Red and Blue exploded in their first away game on April 25 to defeat Lowell 11-2 Kavgian hit his second homerun of the year and catcher Geno DiSarcina collected three hits to lead Somerville to their third straight win. Lavey pitched a fine game, going the full nine innings. Behind Kavgian’s pitching, Somerville de- feated Malden 8-5 on May 2. The game was highlighted when sophomore Jerry Harring- ton hit a bases loaded single, enabling the Red and Blue to defeat the Golden Torna- does. McCann and Kavgian hit homeruns on May 5 to lead Somerville to a 7-2 victory over Weymouth. Brennan went the full route for Somerville’s fifth straight win. The Red and Blue defeated Quincy for the second straight time by a close score of 5-4 on May 9. The winning runs scored on Kavgi- an’s bases loaded single. Lavey pitched a complete game for his second victory of the season. Hitting his fourth homer of the year in the ninth inning with a man aboard, Kavgian sparked Coach John Donahue’s nine to a 7-5 verdict over a tough Everett nine on May 14. Kavgian not only hit a homerun but pitched nine innings, including seven hitless innings to win his second game of the year. On May 19, the Red and Blue trounced Chelsea 12-1. Brennan won his third game, holding the Red Devils to four scattered hits. Somerville holds lone possession of the Greater Boston League with a perfect 8-0 record. Fourteen Track CHELSEA On Tuesday, April 29, the track team opened the season by downing Chelsea 60-53. The Red and Blue turned in an outstand- ing performance as they collected seven firsts and seven seconds to give them their first victory of the year. Bob Pelham placed first in the high hurdles while Bob Brown a sophomore and Bob Laghetto took first and third positions in the low hurdles. Bill Flynn another sophomore took first place honors in the 200 with Joe Greco and Bob Reid placing first and second in the 800. Somerville swept the mile as Roger Powers, Anthony Sordillo, and Gary Barlow took first, second, and third spots respec- tively. The javelin was won by Sebastian Piccolo while Rap Spinosa took a third spot. The Somerville trio of Paul Tuccelli, Ralph Tisei, and Virgil Aiello, in that order, swept the shot put. Other second place winners were Allen Stanford in the high hurdles, who also placed second in the high jump, Ron Paglucia in the 440, and Frank Hrubi in the discus. MALDEN On May 6 Somerville met a strong Malden team and were defeated 59 x i to 53 in a meet that was decided by the relay. The SHS trackmen looked very impressive as they tallied 29 4 points in the field events. The local musclemen with Ron Phelan, Frank Hrubi, and Ralph Tisei, swept the discus event, while Paul Tuccelli and Ray Spinosa took first and second respectively in the shot put. Bob Pelham and Allen Stanford took first and third spots in the high hurdles while Bob Brown was the victor in the low hurdles. Joe Greco was the 880 while Gary Barlow annexed a third spot. Anthony Sordillo and Roger Powers finished second and third in the mile. The two tracksters were leading with 50 yards to go, but were overtaken by Malden on a very close decision. Eddy Braga won the javelin with a toss of 126 feet, while Bob Pelham and Ernie Crewe took second and third positions in the broad jump while Bill Flynn tied for third. Somerville was behind one point going into the last event but could not catch the Malden relay team giving the Red and Blue their first defeat. MEDFORD On May 13, Somerville's track team ran into a tough Medford squad, dropping a 70- 43 decision to the Mustangs. Bob Pelham won the high hurdles and the broad jump with a leap of 9 ft. 11 in. to lead broad jump with a leap of 19 ft 11 in. to lead the scorers. Bob Brown and Bob Laghetto took first and third spots in the low hurdles. Joe Greco won the 880 while Anthony Sor- dillo took first honors in the mile. Second place winners were Ed Callahan in the 100-yd dash, Ernie Crewe in the 440, Ron Phelan in the discus, and Ray Spinosa in t‘he shot put who also managed to take a third position in the dash. Other third place winners were Roger Powers in the mile, Paul Tuccelli in the shot put, Seb Piccolo in the javelin and Bill Flynn in the 220. Medford got 32 points in the field events giving Somerville their second defeat. Fifteen GBI MEET Girls' Athletics On Saturday, May 17, Somerville entered the GBI meet in Boston. The Red and Blue tracksters made a very impressive showing, placing seventh among 30 other teams. In the senior division, Bob Pelham placed fourth in the high hurdles, and Joe Greco won second place honors in the 880. Joe was second all the way but couldn’t quite catch the fleet Duff from Malden Catholic. In the junior division Allen Stanford won the high hurdles and the junior tracksters took a third spot in the 880 relay. The sophomores ranked third among other schools, beating Rindge Tech and coming just under Melrose and Medford. The sopho- more tracksters scored 15 3 5 points. Rap Spinosa won the shot put with a toss of 44 feet. Bob Brown placed first in the low hurdles while Bill Flynn tied for second place in the high jump. The most exciting event was the Medley Relay as Somerville was the victor. The relay team consisted of Ernie Crewe, Bob Brown, Bill Flynn, and Gary Barlow. REVERE After two straight losses, Somerville came back to defeat Revere 64-49. Bob Pelham paced the Somerville team with ten points as he placed first again in the high hurdles and leaped 19 feet, to take first place honors in the broad jump. It seems as if Bob will go undefeated in the hurdles as he has won his fourth straight victory in four meets. Bob Brown, only a sophomore, also won his fourth straight victory in the low hur- dles. Bob also placed first in the low hurdles at the GBI Meet. Somerville had 8 first, 8 seconds, and 5 thirds giving them their second victory in four meets. Their last meet will be with Everett and it seems as if Somerville will win its third meet. As the end of the school year draws near, the various sports of the GAA come to a close. On April 24, when the last meeting of the swimming group was held, “The Swan Lake Ballet” was presented by the members. The cast included: Narrator: Nancy Resmini Princess: Elaine McCoy Prince: Evelyn Ells Maids in Waiting: Ellen Councilman Kathleen Rollins Barbara Sherburne Hunters: Margaret McQuaid Elizabeth Pennington Nancy Resmini The program also included a demonstra- tion of various swimming strokes (crawl, back-stroke, side-stroke, butterfly), and the “Bunny Hop.” A recent doubles tournament climaxed the events of the year in badminton. In this closely contested game Jane Antolini and Georgia Indelicato played against runners up Karen Jones and Joanne Palazzola. “Batter up!” “It’s a home run!” These cries may be frequently heard coming from the gym each Monday afternoon, when the softball group holds its practice session. This group is divided into two teams, one cap- tained by Georgia Indelicato, the other by Sheila Cronin. Each week the teams oppose Sixteen each other, and are given helpful pointers by Miss Daley and Mrs. Hennessey. Every Tuesday and Thursday after school approximately sixteen “future pros may be seen brushing up on their driving and put- ting. Rosemary Seibert is the captain of the golf group, and Karen Jones, manager. All the girls in the GAA enjoyed their an- nual outing which included games swim- ming and plenty of FOOD! This outing was held at Lynn Beach on June 2 and was open to any girl who had paid her GAA member- ship dues (fifty cents) this current year. Basketball Let termen, 1958 Albert Bertrand Jerry Sullivan Paul Burns Thomas Brennan Geno DiSarcina John Malvey Vincent Piro Dave Cochran John Whalen Martin Conroy Robert Thurber, Mgr. Hockey Let termen John Doncaster William Coombs Paul Strokes Robert Quinn James Pommett Robert Pennell John Burgess Murray MacDonald Gerry Coffey James Burgess Henry Perry Harold Michitson, Mgr. Track Lettermen (Indoor) 1958 William Cutts Joseph Greco Robert Pelham Robert Powers Ralph Tisei Cross Country Lettermen 1958 Daniel Brothers Robert Costantino James Flaherty Joseph Greco William McKenzie Anthony Sordillo Seventeen HAVE YOU MET? Squirt! Oops! Nancy’s at it again. Nancy La Pierre’s favorite pastime is eating cold grapefruit while listening to WBOS or any song by Pat Boone. This tall, attractive, short-haired, vivacious, green-eyed blonde is also an avid bargain hunter and conse- quently a frequent visitor to Filene’s Bar- gain Basement. Although Nancy LaPierre does many un- usual things she finds time to read, talk, swim, talk, laugh, study, and talk. Room 141 enjoys her exuberant personality and lively arguments. In school she is a member of the National Honor Society, the secretary of the Art Club, a member of Portia’s Senior Debating Team, and a member of the GAA. She is currently looking forward to her summer hotel job at North Conway, New Hampshire. You can bet Nancy will have a lot of fun, even though she’ll be working seven days a week. Nancy likes to talk, but she hasn’t any- thing to say about an incident which occur- red in Harvard Square. It concerns a pair of knee sox (My, my!) Nancy has been accepted to Wagner Col- lege in Staten Island, New’ York. She hopes to become an elementary school teacher and to meet a tall, handsome athletic, intelligent blonde with a voice and personality like Pat Boone’s. We’re sure you’ll succeed in both ambitions and we w’ish you lots of good luck! RICHARD WELCH It would be ridiculous to say “Have You Met’’ Richard Welch, for Dick is well known throughout the entire school. Besides being a very active member of the Good Gover- nment Group, serving as chairman of the Good Government Committee, being a mem- ber of the Key Club, National Honor Society, and President of the Student Council, Dick has managed to keep his marks so that he will be graduating with honor this June. Dick is six feet tall, has blue eyes, and a blond crew cut. His favorite food is steak, smothered in onions, with mashed potatoes. (This lad has expensive taste!) Along with everyone else Dick too has a pet peeve—CONFORMITY. His most embar- rassing moment happened at a recent party, but we were unable to find out the rest of the details. Women being one of his hobbies, Dick's ideal girl must be five feet three inches, pref- erably have blond hair, blueeyes, be a good dancer, be tolerant of eccentricities, and above all, be able to carry on an intelligent conversation. His other hobbies are outdoor sports of any type and studies of the Nebish. In his spare time Dick can be found listen- ing to progressive jazz records by Stan Kenton. In the fall Dick plans to attend either Harvard or Yale, where he will major in economics. With your willingness to learn, Dick, and your desire to succeed, we are sure we will be hearing more of you. Eighteen HAVE YOU MET? “Don’t call me Constantine,” Mr. Cacos firmly asserted. “My one pet peeve, said Chuck, is people calling me Constantine. Now if anyone has been calling him Constantine, you have been publicly informed that “the name is Chuck!” A junior at SHS, Chuck is an active mem- ber of Players’ Club, Webster, the Junior Prom Committee, and Demolay. Not lacking in scholastic ability, he has received many credits and max credits. Of all his subjects, mathematics ranks number one with Chuck. This summer Chuck will be taking courses in math and physics at Phillips Exeter Academy Summer School. The three qualities his dream girl must possess are personality, charm, and intellect (we have information that a 5 ft. 3 in. lass is currently filling the bill). While thinking of his dream girl, Chuck may be listening to Frankie Sinatra, his favorite singer, and munching on a pizza, his favorite food. Southern Junior High School was the scene of his most embarrassing moment. At the Class Day Exercises Mr. Newcombe, the vice- principal mistakenly introduced “Constantine Cacos, a fine girl.” (Well, you can’t find an embarrassing moment worse than that!) Looking to the future Chuck hopes to go to MIT where he would major in Electrical Engineering—a fine ambition which we hope will come true. C VIVIAN SANTOS There is hardly a person at SHS so gay as Vivian Santos. “Viv” (for vivacious, no doubt), may be recognized by her perpetual smile. Among the many activities boasting the membership of this popular Miss, are Portia (she’s next year’s president), GAA (she’s this year’s vice-president), Girls’ Glee Club, Entertainment Group, Cheerleading, and Players’ Club. She also manages to find time for tennis, piano-playing, and eating fried clams. When not busy(?), Viv makes some of her own clothes. “Usually I start cut,” she says, “and my mother finishes. I have good inten- tions.” Viv o'fers a rather detailed description of her ideal man. He must be six feet tall, dark, very handsome, with a good sense of humor, an excellent personality, two brown eyes, one crew cut, one dimple on his left cheek. Above all, he must not eat too much! Otherwise. Viv’s easy to please. She likes all kinds of music from semi-classical to rock ’n’ roll, including “plenty of Frank Sin- atra and the Hi-Lo’s.” Her most prevalent pet peeve is people who seem unhappy. (But you can’t be, when you’re with Viv!) When asked about her future plans, Viv stated that she would like to go to college. We’re confident, Viv, that your beauty, brains and vivacity will be welcomed where- ever you go! Nineteen The members of Portia have elected their officers for next year. Vivian Santos will assume the duties of president, Edna Sullivan of vice-president, Joann Kotell of secretary, and Eileen DiCiaccio of treasurer. Phyllis Oates is the new representative to the Student Council. Portia’s annual banquet was held on Tuesday, May 27, at the Town Lyne House in Lexington. The officers-elect were in- stalled at this banquet. The Players’ Club presented its Spring Festival on May 15. The program con- sisted of two one-act plays, “Wilbur Faces Life” and “The Heritage,” which were fol- lowed by dancing in the gymnasium. Mu- sic for this occasion was provided by Wen- dell Jones and his Vanguards. “Catch a Falling Star,” was the theme of the Senior Prom, which was held on May 29. Guy Ormandy supplied the music on this gala occasion. The King of the Prom was James Pom- mett and the Queen was Judy Cummings. On the student committee were Charlotte Shepherd, chairman; Theresa Adario, Sharon Williams, Dominic Butera and Martin O’Brien. Co-chairman of the Art Committee were James Willey and Robert Baker. For favors the girls received a necklace symbolizing a “falling star,” and the boys re- ceived tie clasps, also symbolizing a “falling star.” The newly elected officers of the art club are: Sandra Cappucci, president; Karen Jones, recording secretary; Anne De Coste, corresponding secretary; Sandra Dmiterko treasurer; and Evelyn Ince rep- resentative to the Student Council. The National Honor Society held its as- sembly on May 13 for the purpose of in- stalling those students chosen in the sec- ond drawing. The new members are: Sandra Amato, Robert Costantino, Anna DiMille, Edythe Fishman, Alan Geston, Elaine Kaloyanides, Ruth Lancaster, Margaret Lowry, Jayne Mclsaac, Nancy Mitrano, Helen Nicosia, Louise Price, Nancy Res- mini, Ethel Spartos, Ruth Strassell, Caryl Sullivan, Annette Thibeault, Dolores Vieira, Sally Voto, and Josephine Wasta- fero. Caryl Sullivan ’58, Library Assistant says: “Help your school library by volunteering to be a worker during your study periods. Twenty The officers of National Honor Society are: Donald Naugler, president; Marjorie Howe, vice-president; Marilyn Ince, secre- tary, Robert Costantino, treasurer; and Theresa Adario, representative to the Stu- dent Council. The college board examinations were given in our school on Saturday, May 18. The juniors took the National Merit Examina- tion on May 13. The Girls’ and Boys’ Glee Clubs held their annual banquet and dance on Wednesday evening, May 21, at Logan Post, V.F.W. The members of the Teen-Citizen Admin- istration assumed their various positions in the city government on May 1 Joyce Kalton has been chosen as Vale- dictorian and Cosmo Camelio Salutatorian of the Class of 1958. Phyllis Forget ’59, has been chosen to at- tend Girl’s State at Bridgewater. Members of the Student Patrol are really “the student police force of Somerville High.” It is their job to stand on duty during special period, and to halt any trespassers, by demanding corridor permits. These boys and girls were also ushers at Talent Night, Open House, Glee Club Con- cert and The National Honor Assembly. Student Patrol First rcw: John Hitch, Richard Luz, Walter Mociezewski, Anthony Milonopoulos, Daniel Brothers, John Tossinari, John Campana. Second row: Everett Shores, Edward Dwyer, Ronald Campbel; Jon Boudreau, Anthony Spcro, Joseph Verdi, Joseph Wright. Twenty-one On May thirteenth, the top members of the senior class were inducted into the Na- tional Honor Society. After the members of the society had marched onto the stage, the entire assembly joined in a salute to the flag. Donald Naugler, president, spoke of the four qualities of the National Honor Society: scholarship, leadership, character, service. These were later defined by Josephine Wastaferro, Robert Costantino, Caryl Sulli- van and Alan Getson. Dr. O’Loughlin introduced the guest speaker, Mr. Robert B. McCeech, Director of the United Community Services School Bureau, who presented a very interesting and appropriate speech. The two soloists were: soprano, Elaine Kaloyanides, who sang “Teach Me to Pray,” by Jewett, and Ruth Lancaster, contralto, who sang “My Task,” by Ashford. Following the pledge. Dr. O’Loughlin pre- sented the membership cards. Joyce Kalton recited the prayer which was later sung by the members, accompanied by Ernest Hart on the piano. The assembly closed as the National Honor Society members marched out to the “Na- tional Honor Society March,” composed and conducted by Mr. Bizier. On May twenty-third, the students of this high school were entertained by the mar- velous orchestra from Deering Oaks High School, Portland, Maine. The entire orches- tra began the program with selections from “The King and I.” This enchanting selection was followed by the class salutatorian play- ing a trumpet solo. After this was a duet on the cello by two junior girls. The orches- tra played “Tickled Pink.” The conductor said the title of the song expressed the way Second Drawing — National Honor Society First row: Coryl Sullivon, Edythe Fishman, Dolores Vieira, Ann Di Mille, Sally Voto, Jayne Mclsaoc, Josophinc Wastaferro, Annette Thibeault. Second row: Elaine Kaloyanides, Rose Ann Zucco, Helen Nicosia, Sandro Amoto, Ruth Strassell, Nancy Rosmini, Margaret Lowry, Ruth Lancaster. Third row: Noncy Mitrano, Louise Price, Alon Getson, Ethel Spartos, Robert Costantino. Twenty-two Graduating With Honor First row, left to right: Louclla Kelondonidou, Donno Williams, Mary Poolillo, Solly Voto, Anrvo DiMille, Carol Goldberg, Joyce Smcdburg, Josephine Wostaferro, Beverly Moxwell, Noncy Resmini, Mariorie Howe. Second row, left to right: Ernest Hort, Carol Sullivan, Marilyn Ince, Edythe Fishman, Diana Farullo, Sandro Amato, Joanne Spinozola, Margaret Lowry, Ruth Strossel, Helen Nicosia, Judith Browley, Sharon Willioms, John Grovino. Third row, left to right: Evelyn Ells, Dorothy Silvo, Louise Price, Richard Welch, Cosmo Comclio, Nancy La Pierre, Ruth Lancaster, Joyce Kalton, Robert Fcdclc. (Not pictured are: Theresa Adorio and Rita Borrozzo.) they felt playing for us. The orchestra then ended their concert with a beautiful arrange- ment of the song “The Way You Look To- night. The Deering Oaks High School Orchestra received such an enthusiastic round of ap- plause that they treated us to an encore, “The Toy Trumpet. Mr. Giroux expressed his gratitude by in- viting the visiting group to lunch in our cafe- teria. On Thursday, May 22, the Radiator Staff members, Marjorie Howe, Janet Resteghini, Ruth Kotell, and Dorothy Thorne, attended the Globe Editor’s conference in the Shera- ton Plaza Hotel. Prizes were awarded to various school magazines. Frank Hrubi received honorable mention for the best sports story. The speaker was Robert Ahearn, Treas- urer of the Boston Globe, who described the new Globe plant in Dorchester. Class Day exercises will be held Friday, June six. The Class Day Committee consists of Chairman Priscilla Corbett, Annette Thibeault, Jacqueline Bozzi, Thomas Varta- bedian, and Lawrence Marchant. After the exercises, which includes an assembly and the traditional planting of the ivy, a luncheon will be served in the gym- nasium. Dancing will follow the banquet. On June second the annual GAA assembly was held in the school auditorium. All the girls in the high school attended and some fifty girls were seated on the stage to receive awards. The little band provided the music. Twenty-three 000 ee ooo ah ah ting tang wala wala bing bang. Ooo ee ooo ah ah ting tang wala wala bing bang. No, that is not the language of the Watusi warriors in Africa, but part of the lyrics of David Sevill’s current hit “Witch Doctor ’ Another smash hit out today with weird lyrics is “Ne ne na na na na nu nu” by the Dicky Doo and the Don’ts. Both songs have a rocking beat which is the favo- rite of today’s teenagers. The Everly Brothers, who had two big hits in the last two years namely, “Bye Bye Love,” and “Wake Up, Little Susie,” are go- ing strong with a chalypso called “All I Have To Do Is Dream.” Mr. Relaxation, himself, Perry Como, has a hit in “Kewpie Doll,” a song with very cute lyrics. The Chordettes have a new recording out called “Zorro,” which is based on the theme song from Walt Disney’s TV production of the same name. This recording, incidentally, is their fol- low-up to “Lollipop.” Archie Blyer, husband of one of the Chordetttes and former orches- tra leader on Arthur Godfrey’s Show, does most of the musical arrangements. Dean’s recording is a slow-moving ballad while Lou’s is a lively tarentella. Link Ray’s strange sounding instrumental, “Rumble,” is a big hit. Kathy Linden, who sounds very much like Bonnie Baker of the early twenties, has a hit in “Billy” She recently recorded another Baker standard, “You’d Be Surprised.” “Jacqueline” is Bobby Helm’s newest re- lease and is doing very well for him. Dean Martin has recorded a lovely ballad, “Return To Me.” This song is sung both in Italian and in English. Another song similar to this in that it is recorded in both English and Italian, is Lou Monte’s “Lazy Mary.” Jerry Lee Lewis is going strong with “High School Hop.” Mr. Lewis has had a countless score of hits in the past and this song will do as well, if not better than his last recording, “Breathless.” Torero is a good song with a cha cha rhythm. The song is sung in Spanish by Renato Carasone. It is a fine record to add to your collection of mambos and cha-chas. Tony Bennett really lulls you to dream- land with his new ballad, “Young and Warm and Wonderful.” Private Elvis Presley is heading for another million seller with “Wear My Ring Around Your Neck.” The three top selling albums out now are “Come Fly With Me,” Frank Sinatra on Capitol; “Warm,” Johnnie Mathis on Colum- bia; and “Here’s Steve Lawrence,” on Coral. So long for this year and don’t forget to listen to those records during summer vacation! Twenty-four Read this news and don’t be late Before we Seniors graduate. These golden days are slipping by And with this news we say goodbye. Next September several of the local col- leges will receive the potential scholars from Rocm 254. A few of the candidates are: Ruth Strassel and Marion Chaprales, Boston State Teachers College; Rosanne Zucco, Salem Teachers; Richard Welch, Harvard; Theresa Adario and Phyllis Buckley, Emmanuel; Dominic Butera and Donald Naugler, North- eastern ; Elaine Kaloyanides and Edythe Fishman, Bouve; Vivian Camerlengo, Regis; Joyce Smedberg, Mass. General; Priscilla Corbett, Boston City Hospital. This being the last time that we the mem- bers cf room 252 will have to tell of our news, we would like to congratulate all those who received their diplomas and their driving licenses and those on National Honor. With our Senior Prom just around the corner, several of our boys have taken time to learn some new dance steps. As we leave we wish next year’s homeroom 252 all the enjoyment that we have had with our won- derful homeroom teacher, Miss Rice. 247 sees the future of many of her class- mates in her crystal ball. She sees something hazy. Oh, yes, It’s David Carnes and he’s living in a house at the bottom of the ocean. Oh, look, Marie Pescatore is a stockholder of the Beechnut Chewing Gum Company. And last, but not least we see Eddie Dwyer as head of the Student Patrol at Paris Island. It’s a shame that the girls in 251 always close the windows; the nature boys are com- plaining. Everyone was all stirred up about the prom. During special period everyone dis- cussed who was going with who and where. Which car did Joe Greco take to the prom— the Chevrolet or the Pontiac? There is one thing we all dislike about graduating—leaving Miss McCarty. Well, June 9th is approaching and we leave dear SHS. 243 finds they still have a few un- answered questions. Why is Ruthie Tassinari always looking for pencils? Why does Peggy Doherty chew gum? What do Ann Berte and Rose Terrovana find to talk about? Why do the boys object to open windows? Congratulations to Sally Voto, Sharon Wil- liams, and Donna Williams for graduating with honor. Also congratulations are in store for Dolores Vieira, and Sally Voto who were elected to National Honor. Here is the chatter from 249. Somerville High’s loss will be Boston University's gain as Paul Machado will enter the school of Business Administration. Congratulations to Thomas Vartabedian for being elected to the Class Day Committee. We have one question that is still un- answered. Where do some of the people hide during special? If anyone has the answer, see our beloved homeroom teacher, Miss Carven. For now we bid you all adieu, Our happy high school days are thorugh. “Honor and Progress do await The Class of 1958.” Twenty-five As we “talkative” juniors finish the fourth and final quarter and are on our way to be- coming “full fledged” Seniors, we present our last Class Chatter. Room 24’s favorite songs are: John Kelley, One Eyed Purple People Eater; Louie Forni, Beethoven’s 5th; Vinny Howard, Anchors Away; Rosemary Mochi, I Met a Million Dol- lar Baby in a 5 10 Cent Store; Mary Neil- son, Howdy Doody Theme; Peggy Murphy, Tina, Baby I Don’t Care; Henry Billings, Skinny Minnie; Sid Maureen, Take Me Out to the Ball Game; Doc Murray, Johnny Be Good. Room 24 is trying desperately to get a hot lunch delivered to John Kelly’s house during the summer (C.O.D.). Kelly is also taking a course at Charles Atlas School so big bullies won’t throw sand in his face at the beach this summer. As the school year draws slowly to a close, the hep-cats of room 29 are getting ready to send their dedications from their class- mates to a local disc jockey. Back in the Saddle Again, John Picardi; Sack Dress, Janice Nissenbaum; Yakity-yak, Nancy Noble; Happiness, Louise Fortune; Get a Job, Eddie Severino; Searchin’, Claudia Kelley; You’re a Thousand Miles Away, Judy Beres. At last we have found out what po- sition Jean Campagnone plays on the base- ball team—left out! We of room 29 wish to leave a will. To the incoming juniors we leave Bob Kennedy’s rocking chair, the broken pencil sharpener, quick access to the door at 2:00 P.M., Brian Daley’s terrible jokes, also our most prized possession, the homework duplicating ma- chine. Last but not least, our swell home- room teacher, Mr. C. W. Buckley. Hi, room 30 invites you to listen in on our class chatter. With the sack and chemise dresses all the rage throughout the coun- try, the females of Somerville High are no exception, especially in room 30. Sally Moore and Joyce Kappel were the first to wear the rage catcher to school. The boys hope they are the last. In the favorite subject department, Wil- liam O’Brien and Arthur Burns like English; Joe Rovatti, typing, and the rest of the class voted for study periods. Here are a few of the pupils who have not been mentioned in previous issues. Sportie Joe Mercer, sleepy Walter Mclnerney, qutet Stephanie Allegra, and down-to-business Jane McCurdy. This is Radiator reporter No. 31 report- ing from the scene of a local invasion in the underground of SHS. Do you mind answering a few questions for me? What would you do if the purple people eater bit you? Albert Muniz, “I’d bleed”; Elaine Ugolini, “I'd bite it back;” William Curran, “I'd blush”; Ronald La Monthe, “I’d paint myself red so it wouldn’t happen again”; Richard Higgins, “When it happens I’ll tell you”; James Nasson, “I’d consult a witch doctor”; and John Thomas, “I’d add it to my stamp collection.” Recently in 221, the pupils were asked how they were going to spend their summer vaca- tion. Here are some of their replies: Rose Spignese, “Set up housekeeping”; Anthohy Campo, “Become a mousekeeter”; Geraldine Deegan, “Go to night school”; Paul Milliken, “Understudy Zorro”; Ronald Paglucia, “Tour Twenty-Six JUNIOR DANCE, APRIL 18 Twenty-seven the country with Chuck Berry; Robert Fleming, “Retire to my mansion”; Loretta Viveirous, “Take up knitting”; George Nicosia, “Take a well-deserved rest.” The question box of room 232 is brimming full of some very interesting questions. Louise Musto and friends are starting a new club and would like to know if anyone would like to join? Wonder why Maureen Bradley and Loretta Balboni are becoming such ar- dent sports fans? Congratulations to Ann- marie McWheeny in making max credit and to Charles Wilkin for being the first boy in the room to make credit. We all would like to thank Miss Sullivan for being a wonderful homeroom teacher. As the close of the school year draws nearer, room 234 would like to reveal the secret ambitions of some of its class mem- bers. John Tassinari, to pass Occupations; Everett Shores, to grow an Elvis Presley haircut; Frank Licato, to spend his sum- mer vacation on Mars; Allan Mclnnis, to join the Russian Air Force. The members of this class are still in the dark as to who is taking all the boys’ lunches from their desks. Con- gratulations to the members of room 234 who made credit last quarter. They are: Max credit, Mary Foppiano; Credit, Terry Abisso, Rose Marie Boyan, Janice Griffin and Everett Shores. Room 313 proudly presents some of their pet peeves as follows: Ronald Parks, getting up in the morning; Rosemary Shaw, talk- ative people (that’s a switch); Nancy Burns, boys with red hair; Vincent Pennachia, try- ing to remember things; Jerry Romano, the boy in back of her in room 313; June Piaseeki, conceited boys; Guy Ferrone, climbing stairs; George Felts, sixth periods; and Robert Bodain, conceited girls. Lately the curiosity of room 324 has been aroused by these questions. Who is the boy who puts the stars in Barbara Hamway’s eyes? Why does Dot O’Hearn visit New Hampshire on sunny May days? Who is the boy who hands out candy bars to Nancy Muzzioli ? Some of our favorite songs are “Do You Wanna Dance”, Mary Jane Kelly; “For Your Love,” Sandra Dorie; “Pretty Baby,” Joe Craig; “Secretary,” Nancy Muzioli; “Genny Lee,” Paul Czar; “You’re a Thousand Miles Away,” Karen Halaby; “Endless Sleep,” Margaret Lyons; “My First Mis- take,” Stevie Collinan. The crazy kids from 329 have been keep- ing themselves busy with school and outside activities. Two girls are in the Honor Guard, Mary Cronin and Barbara Porcaro. Three of our girls have left school. We are proud of Barbara Davidson, who has been nominated sweetheart of MIT’s chapter of DeMolay. But we are all curious to know who walks Barbara Strongmar to lunch. Hear ye! Hear ye! The Shakespeare fans of 332 have recently chosen the characters for their presentation of Macbeth. They are Macbeth, Tony Caliri; Lady Macbeth, Sandra Cappucci; Fleance, Robert Trask; Witch 1, Sandra Dmiterko; Witch II, Nancy Osgood; Witch III, Dorothy Thorne. Did you know that Rosemary Wray’s se- cret ambition is to give homework (tons of it) to teachers; that Philip Assolino is hap- piest when wearing a Roman toga, prefer- ably yellow-striped (beats Bermudas!)? The members of our Latin class are all wondering when Miss Keating is going to finance our trip to Europe. Fairyland 334 has finally unveiled the statue of the world renowned seven dwarfs. They are “Dopey,” Jackie Robertson; “Happy,” Vivian Santos; “Sneezy,” Virginia Rimkus; “Sleepy,” Edward Braga; “Bash- ful,” Tommy Brennan; “Grumpy,” Janet Willis; “Doc” Ernest Duarte; “Snow White,” Janet Fasciano. The students of 334 hope that Jackie Robertson and Robert Sullivan try out for the pitching staff of the baseball team, because we wouldn’t want their daily practice in the classroom to go to waste. With the school year coming to a close, so must the junior class chatter end. So until we meet again as “Seniors” the Junior home reporters wish you all a pleasant and safe summer vacation. Twenty-eight STOP! Don’t turn this page! ’Cause we’ve got secrets that will be a rage, Now just let your eyes go slowly down this page And let the laughter out of the cage. Spring is here and everyone in 209 is singing their way toward the last day of school. If you listen you’ll probably hear these choices among our classmates: Ellen McLaughlin, “One Summer Night,”; Nancy Marks, “Wear My Ring”; Jean MacDonald, “All I Have To Do Is Dream”; Russell Flem- ing, “Purple People Eater”; Roy Correnti, “Little Blue Man”; Jacqueline Wastaferro, “For Your Love”, and Diane DiPasquale, “A Love To Last a Lifetime.” As we anchor our boat at room 106 we find our room treasurers Ruth McKee and Priscilla Rogers who are doing a wonderful job. John Maclsaac is doing a great job col- lecting for the scholarship fund. Room 106 honor guards are Lorraine Briere, Pamela Capuano and Janice Santos. Murray Mac- Donald and Kevin Cullinane honor our room by being on the track team. Can anyone answer these questions? Why John Maclsaac never needs to be at Band practice? Who are the ones that can’t find money to bank on Monday? The Honor Roll students are Rosemary Frongillo, Nancy Iannillo, Elizabeth La Scala, Frances Lecesse. We would like the answers to these ques- tions? Does Ginny Lepore come in looking so with Robert Bruzzese’s build, Peter Mac- Gaven’s hair, Larry Webber’s eyes, Robert Reids’ nose, Robert Deardon’s personality, and Michael Peter’s clothes. If any boy meets these qualifications come to 113, May 34, during special period. A few questions for Joe Monday from 113: Why does Nancy O’Brien go to 147 every day? Who does Nancy McLucas meet after every class? Our class song “Can’t Wait for Summer.” Attention all students! The pupils of 344 would like to have someone answer the fol- lowing questions: Why are Eleanor Buono and Janet Mucci always rushing to lunch? How many packages of gum does Marie happy every morning because she rides to school with Richie? Is there a Johnny in Arlene Price’s life? She has “Johnny” plastered all over her book covers. Why does Evelyn Ince try to skip art class every Tues- day? Anyone knowing these answers come to 302 at once. If anyone meets these qualifications please come to 113 as the boys are awaiting your ar- rival. The qualifications: Francine Ferretti’s figure, Nancy O’Brien’s hair, Nancy Mc- Lucas’s eyes, Irene Cachauni’s hair, Elaine McCoy’s mouth, Connie Regolino’s personal- ity and Patricia Dellano’s clothes. The girls have picked their perfect boy Demeuse buy in a week? What happened to the big romance between Cookie Salerno and ???? Why does James Burbridge’s face get red when the girl comes in to collect the attendance sheet? Weare glad to see Ellen Brady is out of the hospital and is back in school, but where did she get the new ring and from whom ? Room 204 would like to know the answer to these questions: Why does Sandra Grassia eat her lunch during special? What does John Hughes find so interesting in the second row, first seat? Why does Anne Steele go by 105 every day? And why does Carol Ferranti leave the room at 11:30 every day? A few pet peeves are: Anne Steele, Donald Ronchetti; Patricia Magno, pegged pants on a certain boy; Agnes Medeiros, crew cuts; Twenty-nine Eleanor Stolp, sloppy dressed boys; Diane Fernandes, she hasn’t any; Janet Mancuso, short stuff; Mary La Sota, glasses. Crazy Little Palace is Room 352. Here is a description of our classmates: Slow Poke, Doris Fowler; The Walk, Janice Bronkhurst; Try The Impossible, Gladys Alizio; The End- less Sleep, John Nicosia; A Thousand Miles Away, Natalie Baino; Eddie My Love, Judith Zermani; The Magic Touch, Carmela Donati; I Was a Big Man Yesterday, Picky Dargie; I’m Happy, Mary Adams; Since You’ve Gone, Beverly Fanned; After School, Claire Wam- bolt; So Rare, James Lim; and The Joker, Craig Nelson. Room 206 would like to state a few pet peeves: Chuck Carvalho, a certain girl who likes closed windows; Maryanne Zachary, people who don’t like pixie haircuts; Norma Stratton, tall people; Walter Bennett, pony tails; Janice Angiulo, purple people eaters; Evelyn Scott, room 110; Sarah Gravallese, climbing ropes; Pat Walsh, boys with brains; Beverly Simas, black kneesocks; Barbara Talbot, English homework; Maria Santini, serious people. Here are some mysteries for you great de- tectives to solve: What does James Babin use to keep his eyes so blue? Why doesn’t Yearbook typists Borbaro Murroy, Emma Caferelli, Louise Kingsley, Rita Falco our hair and beauty expert, Anthony Casella like Eskimos? Who winds William Maney up in the morning, and what’s used to wind him up? If you have any of these answers please bring them to 354. Also bring an apple to Michael Grossman, as he has a favorite geometry teacher. We wish you all a happy summer!!! Radiator Staff Joyce Kolton, Marilyn Incc, Louise Price, Evelyn Ells, Dorothy Silvo, Williom Ellis, Judith Hclmund, Richard Burnett, Marjorie Howe, Nancy Tyler, Thomas Vartobedion, Edythc Fishman, Vivian Comcrlengo, Ruth Kotell. Thirty What was your first reaction to Somer- ville High? Answers: “Another school!”—Dave Moquin (a re- cent import from Quincy High) '60. “Split Sessions . . .ugh!”—Joanne Palaz- zolo '59. “Everyone is Soooo friendly.”—Rosanne Zucco (Revere High) '58. (dompfimenli oj Seven Oaks Dairy Company 21 Garfield Avenue What would you do if classes in dendrol- ogy were started at SHS? Answers: “Duh?”—Some silly sophomores. “Eerr??”—A jolly junior. “What???”—Our studious seniors. “Is this part of your homework in some other subject?”—Suspicious teachers. “If my presumptions are presumable, and I presume they are, dendrology is the study of the growth-rings of trees, and, if classes were available, I should immedi- ately begin my study” —Charles Anderson '59. PRospect 6-3336 MarWel Jewelers Harold W. Wells Do you have a suppressed desire? Answers: “Actually, I have none. I give in to all of them.”—Mr. Thornton. “To order a one-dollar size strawberry short-cake at Durgin-Park”—Sheila Cronin '59. “To break something expensive.” Carol Slocomb '60. “To sleep forever”—John Gallagher '59. “To throw a lemon meringue pie at some- one”—Bonnie McGregor '60. H iamonds - WJatcheS - S)i(uet din e Ua lei $epa irin g 535 Medford St. (Magoun Sq.) Somerville, Mass. Thirty-one Compliments of DR. WALDRON SMITH Optometrist Compliments of JOHN'S BARBER SHOP 227 Somerville Avenue HAROLD'S LUNCHEONETTE ICE CREAM - CANDY ond SANDWICHES 674 Broodwoy, Boll Squore Dl RUSSO'S WHOLESALE RETAIL - HOMEMADE ICE CREAM 76 Broodwoy RAY'S FRUIT STORE FRESH FRUITS VEGETABLES Boll Squore — SO 6-9337 Compliments of MACLONE STUDIO OF PHOTOGRAPHY 398 Medford Street, Somerville BUTLER'S MUSIC CENTRE Instruction on oil musicol instruments Dovis Squore — SO 6-1240 TED'S SANITARY BARBER SHOP Children's Hoir Cutting o Specialty 657 Somerville Ave., Corner Lowell St. GUY T. PIRO SONS The Franklin Press Office Supplies ond Stationery C J VARIETY STORE Imported ond Domestic Groceries 669 Somerville Ave. — Tel. SO 6-9056 VITIELLO BROS. PLUMBING 691 Somerville Ave — MO 6-1815 BROADWAY HAND LAUNDERERS CLEANERS Dyeing - Households - Toiloring 79-A Broodwoy FRANK NAT'S BEAUTY SALON 402 Highland Ave. SO 6-9561 HOLIDAY CLEANSERS LAUNDERERS Pick-up ond Delivery Service 82A Highland Ave. — Tel. Pr. 6-0087 SERVICE COMBINE COMPANY Moving ond Storage SO 6-8898 MIRACLE CLEANERS Quick ond Easy Service 599 Somerville Ave. LE PORE PHARMACY, INC. 725 Broadway Somerville 44, Moss. MASON DRUG CO. 91 Broodwoy, Cor. Indiono Avenue MO 6-9040 — SO 6-9514 ROYAL WHITE LAUNDRY Where Linens Lost Longer 13 Warwick St. — PR 6-1500 Thirty-two t foreword Our years at Somerville lliijli School should have tauijht os that American educa- tion exists to educate tin; individual in the hody id' learnini). with a tradition and purpose behind it. To the extent that we have learned our lessons, we shall have nut only the social ease to make our civilization a comfortable one. hut the intellectual disci- pline tu help save it. Let us not cease to learn. Now as we lift our eager eyes to view the other shore, The future lies within our grasp — an open; welcome door. School Bui seeking goals with courage true. we'll reach the other side. BCdl booU Somerville Massachusetts U LLa ' (Contents j£)edi cation . . 7 dlJm ini.siration . . 8 delitori at .... . . 15 Four (Contents ? . Seniors ... 17 yJctiuitiei . ... 67 Sports . , . . 88 Five Our 1958 i earlooh to EVERETT W. IRELAND Among the stalwart American men born in the month of February, ore a number who broved the vicissitudes of the circumstances to which destiny called them, and who surmounted the odds by their courageous bottle for the right and true and the just. Such a man is our retired Superintendent of Schools, Everett W. Ireland. Widely known as on educator os well os a proficient administrator, he has skillfully guided the public school system in Somerville for the post thirty yeors. His service os our Superintendent terminated on Februory 28, when he reached the age which mokes retirement mandatory by low. A native of Somerville, Mr. Irelond ottended the Morse School and wos graduated from Somerville Eng- lish High School in 1907. He wos graduated from Tufts College School of Engineering in 1911. While at Tufts he distinguished himself scholasticolly, and os a four- year member of the varsity football team on which he ployed center. He wos captain of the team in his senior yeor. Twice he was oworded the class prize, presentee for excellence in studies and for athletic ability. At his groduotion in 1911 he was presented the cherished award for being the best student-othlete. His first position in the teaching profession wos in Aubum-Lewiston, Maine. After that he went to Salem High School os o teacher ond coach. During World War I he wos a civilian instructor for the United Stotes government in steom engineering ot Wentworth In- stitute, being ossigned to assist in qualifying members of the 101st Engineers for Army duty overseas. In 1920 he returned to Somerville and was elected Director of the Continuation Schools which he had or- ganized, ar.d in 1930 there was added to his duties the position of Director of Americanization in the Somer- ville Schools. For many years he served os the Secretory-Treasurer of the New Englond Association of School Superintend ents, and the Mossochusetts School Superintendents Association. His presidencies included that of the Mid- dlesex County Teochers Association ond the Tufts Col- lege Teachers Association. In addition to being a mem- ber of the Superintendents' Round Tcble, he had o not- able distinction in his membership in the ”96 Club” com- prised of Superintendents of Schools. Each stote has two representatives particularly prominent in the educational field. Mr. Ireland's froternol affiliations include the Masons, ond his Christion denomination is the Episcopal Church. In the community, he was outstanding in the Kiwani service clubs. President of the Somerville Club in 1929, Lieutenont Governor of the 5th District of Kiwanis In- ternational in 1933; District Secretory in 1935, ond District Gove.nor in 1937. His two daughters, who ottended the Somerville Pub- lic Schools ond Tufts College, ore married, one living in Vermont, and the other in Connecticut. We wish him o well-earned rest and the comfortable feeling thot he gave his best to his job, and is en- titled to the relaxation thot should come in the re- tirement yeors of leisure. His undounted loyalty and service to his community ond school system will stond os his memoriol. Until the future dore forget the past. His nome and fate sholl be An echo and a light of eternity.” —Shelley Seven eiconic in e Jeo C. ZhmaL Our l jciv Ouperinlendenl of behoofs Jtu roux 04emit, tiler hce 04eu dm ail er Standing—EDMUND LANIGAN, HUGH McCUSKER Seoted—JOHN HOBAN, JOSEPH DONAHOE -Jreadi ourSeS i iutciincj YfrjaiterS JOHN J. BRENNAN College Preparatory ROBERT A. RADOCHIA General GERTRUDE BURNS Commercial w g Guordion angel of the Heolth Room, where Somerville High students go with their bumps and bruises, their embarrassments and sorrows, Mrs. Collohon hos been ready to listen ond advise, ministering to urgent needs, quick to detect the malingerers, with the wisdom thot comes only with years of experience in tending the emergencies of young people. Her foithfulness to her profession and to our school hos been known to us oil. A graduate of the Carney Hospital, mother of two groduate nurses, both former SHS students, she hos always mode the students' heolth her main concern. She retires this yeor, eager to do mony things which time hos not permitted until now. We wish for her con- tinued heolth ond zest for life in the midst of her de- voted family. U. JILa O. Pfantincja Before entering the Somerville School System in 1918, Mr. Plantingo attended Northbridge High School and Gordon College. Upon his graduation from college, he started his own business os on architectural engineer. After his retirement this month, he intends to re-enter the building construction field. A member of Somerville High's faculty for more thon thirty-five yeors, Mr. Plantingo, teacher of mechanicol drowing, will be missed by students and faculty alike. Jam ® The entire school system wos soddened recently by the death of Mr. Jomes Mooney, on April 7, 1958 Jim, os he wos affectionately called by his friends, was educated of Boston College High School and graduated from Boston College in 1930. He served in the Armed Forces from 1942 through 1945. He started teaching at the Southern Junior High School in 1930, ond in 1947 he come to teach at the high school. He received his Master of Education degree from Tufts College in 1954, ond o Doctor of Oratory Arts degree from Staley College in May of 1956. In December 1955 he was elected head of the Latin department at Somerville High School. The gentle, quiet-monnered Jim Mooney will long be remembered by his pupils, fellow teachers and friends at Somerville High School. Ten saculL 'j Headmaster Albert H. Giroux, A.B., A.M. 23 Boy State Rd., Belmont Viec-Hcodmaster John E. O'Loughlin, A.B., A.M., Ph.D. 194 Cloflin St,, Belmont Heads of Courses John P. Brennan, A.B., M.S., Moster College Preparatory Course, Physics 76 Derby St. Gertrude Burns, B.S.S., M.C.S., Moster Commercial Course, Stenogrophy 72 Pearson Rd. Robert A. Rodochio, A.B., A.M., Master Generol Course, Chemistry 9 Jaques St. Building Masters Joseph A. Donohoe, A.B., A.M., Moster Economic Geography 6 Gibbens St. John J. Hoban, A.B., M.Ed., Moster History 225a Powder House Blvd. Edmund M. Lanigan, Ph.B., Ed.M., Moster Mathematics 8 Mystic Ave., Winchester Hugh F. McCusker, B.S., M.Ed., Moster Biology 35 Burton St., Brighton Heads of Departments Mary M. Brown, B.S.Ed., A.M. cier. Prac. Dept., Off. Mach., Cler. Prac. 58 Chondler St. Ceroldine F. Fitzgerold, A.B., A.M. Mathematics Dept—Mothematcs 56 Roymond Ave. Mary Hall, A.B. Social Studies Dept.—Bus. Org. Economic Geography 9 Gloucester St., Arlington Mory A. Hickey, B.S.Ed., M.Ed. Bookkeeping Dept.—Bookkeeping 21 Amoranth Ave., Medford Violo M. Jockson, A.B., A.M. French Dept.—French 45 Kidder Ave. Morie E. Kenney, A.B., A.M. Science Dept.—Chemistry 123 Orchord St. Frank L. Martin, B.S., Ed.M. Spanish ond Itolian Dept.—Spanish I 40 Adams St., Lexington James J. Mocney, A.B., Ed.M., D.A.O. Latin Deportment—Latin 5 Locke Lone, Lexington Irene C. Ritchie, B.S. Ed., A.M. Stenogrophy ond Typewriting Dept.— Stenogrophy, Transcription 19 Willoughby St. Francis X. Rooney, A.B., A.M. English Dept.—English—Public Speaking 20 Pleasont Ave. Mrs. Amy I. Webber, B.S.Ed. Household Arts Dept.—Household Arts 49 Bortlett Ave., Belmont Tcochcrs Charles Q. Adorns, A.B., A.M. History, Personnel 23 Canterbury St., Andover Alexander Austin, Jr., A.B., A.M. English, Lotin llo Foster Rd., Belmont Mildred A. Ayers, B.S. in Ed., Ed.M. Economic and Civic Problems, History 2 Walter Ter. Robert J. Barker, B.S.Ed., M.Ed. Physical Education 51 Holyoke Rd. Joseph E. Beover, B.S., M.S. Mathematics 3 Berkeley Ct. Apts., Wellesley Hills Ellen L. Bellamy, B.B.A. Business Records, Business Organization 38 Doy St. Edward J. Berro, A.B., A.M. English 33 Porter St. Chorles W. Buckley, B.S., M.Ed., D.A.O. History 92 Powder House Blvd. Robert F. Buckley, B.S., Ed.M. Biology, Physiology 35 Crescent Ave., Scituote Eleven Richard H. Fitzpotrick, A.B., Ed.M. Public Speaking, English, Lotin 10 Hill St. Thomas M. Flynn, A.B. English 393 Somerville Ave. Francis X. Foley, B.S. English, Astronomy Geology 21 Teele Ave. Normon J. Burns, B.S., Ed.M., Ed.D. Typewriting, Stenography, Business Organization 7 Greenville Terrace Mory E. Canovan, A.B., A.M. English 50 Ocean Ave., Salem John E. Connon, Jr., B.B.A. Business Records, Commercial Low 50 Washington St., Newton Agnes M. Corven, A.B., A.M. French, Mathematics 56 Baldwin St., Charlestown John W. Cosey, A.B., A.M., M.Ed. English 20 Spring St. Gertrude W. Chaffin, Stenoproghy, Tronscription, Typewriting 8 Copeland Ter., Malden Morguerite Connolly, A.B., A.M. Retoil Distribution 58 Central St. Anno E. Connor, A.B., Ed.M. Biology 19 Oakland Ave., Arlington Mary M. Connor, A.B., A.M. History 19 Oakland Ave., Arlington Wolter J. Corbett, Ph.B., Ed.M. Mathemotics 4 Essex St. Mrs. Doris J. Costello, A.B., M.A. Mathematics 34 Winchester Drive, Lexington Bernice F. Daley, B.S.Ed., Ed.M.S. Physical Education 88 Gloucester Rd., Westwood Morie B. Domery, A.B., Ed.M. Chemistry 45 Chornwood Rd. Louis G. DeAngelis, A.B., A.M. Italian 42 Highlond St., So. Hamilton Charles A. Dickerman, B.S.Ed. Health 34 Summer St., Cohossct Louis W. Diegoli, A.B., LL.B., Ed.M., LL.M. History, Low 8 Walter Ter. Joseph F. Durant, A.B., A.M. Public Speoking, English, Occupations 18 Pierce St., Arlington xHenry G. Fowler, B.A., B.Ed. English, Economic Geogrophy Y.M.C.A., Highland Ave. Pcul N. Giroux, A.B. Sofety Education 9 Sunnyside Ave. Richard F. Hegarty, A.B., A.M. Mathemotics 17 Wolcott Rd., Winchester Mrs. Evelyn A. Hennessey, B.S.Ed. Physicol Education 47 Winford Way, Winchester George F. Hickey, Jr., A.B. Librarian, MS in LS Putnam Rd., Billerica James J. Hickey, A.B. k English 32 Foy Rd., Dedham Chester F. Hill, Jr. Manual Arts 4 Waverly Rd., Woburn °Virginio A. Holman, B.S.Ed. Mathematics 277 Highland Ave. Philip L. Holmes, A.B., A.M. German, French 22 Jackson Rd. Thomas J. D. Horne, A.B., Ed.M., D.A.O. Mathematics 357 William St., Stonehom Virginia Humber, B.S.Ed. English 103 Kidder Ave. Helen C. Jackson, A.B., Ed.M. Mathematics 112 Grove St., West Medford Dovid W. Jones, A.B. English, History, Public Speoking 31 Cameron Ave. John P. Joyce, B.S., M.A. Econ. Problems, History, Public Speaking 15 Prospect Hill Ave. Twelve Jacuit Jone A. McCarthy Household Arts 22 Thorpe St. Potricio F. Keoting, A.B., M.A. Public Speaking, Lotin 43 Lockelond Rd., Winchester Arthur Kelleher Physical Education 8 Bigelow St. Joseph C. Kelley, A.B., Ed.M., D.A.O. Business Organization, History 19 Horvard St. Agatha E. Kelly, A.B. Spanish 42 Rutledge Rd., Belmont Kathryn A. Kennedy, B.A., B.S.Ed., Ed.M. Typewriting, Clerical Practice, Econ. Geography I 16 Bartlett St. Notalie B. King, A.B., A.M. English, French 148 Powder House Blvd. Mrs. Mary Lawless, B.S., M.S. Chemistry 370 Longwood Ave., Boston Romono Lazar, B.S.Ed., Ed.M. Clerical Practice, Occupations, Business Practice 29r Everett Ave. Elizobeth F. Leoch, A.B. English 28 Irving St., Boston Chorles V. Leslie Monuol Arts 245 West St., Reading Kothorine T. Lombard B.S.S., Ed.M. Stenography, Tronscription, Typewriting 1 12 Thurston Et. Richord M. Lombord, A.B., A.M. History, Personnel 1 12 Thurston St. Thomas J. Lynch, B.S. Biology 101 Dokoto Sit., Dorchester Daniel N. Macero, B.A., M.Ed. History 143 College Ave Olive B. MocPherson, A.B., A.M. English 367 Medford Street Kothoryn A. McCann, B.S.Ed., Ed.M. Typewriting, Stenography 66 Shephard Rd., West Medford Morguerite P. McCann, B.S., M.C.S. Clerical Proctice, Business Records, Economic Geography 66 Shephard Rd., West Medford Virginia J. McCarthy, L.B., Ed.M. Clericol Proctice, Commercial Low Office Machines 50 Vinol Ave. Mrs. Kothorine F. McDonnell, Ed.B., A.M. History, French 56 Roymond Ave. Mory G. McGonn, B.A. Music 71 Eliott Rd., Arlington Robert McKelvey, B.S., M.C.S. Bookkeeping, Business Records 6 Jerome St. Arthur L. McManus, A.B., Ed.M. History 25 Browning Rd. Margery Moore, B.B.A. Bookkeeping, Business Organization, Economic Geogrophy 14 Summit Ave. Bernard R. Moulton, Physicol Education 241 Powder House Blvd. Jean Mulloney, B.S.Ed. Typewriting, Clerical Proctice, Office Machines 49 Vinol Ave. James J. Murroy, B.S. A.M., Ed.M., Ph.D. English 35 Irvington Rd John J. Murray, A.B., Ed.M Latin 61 Walnut St. James J. Noonan, A.B., A.M., Ed.M. English, Occupations 70 Oxford St. Mildred A. Nugent, A.B., Ed.M. History, French 44 Richdole Ave. tHelen O'Brien, A.B., A.M. English, Occupations 30 Barton St. Morjorie M. O'Brien, A.B., A.M. English 22 Hancock Rd., Brookline Thomas F. O'Brien, A.B., A.M. Public Speaking, English 16 Prescott St. Thirteen Helen P. O'Connor, B.S.Ed., M.A. English 5 Elston St. Mary C. O'Keefe, B.S. in Ed., Ed.M. Art, Crofts, Art Appreciation 29 Forest St. Alice M. Patterson, B.S.Ed., A.M. Typewriting, Secretarial Training, Economic Geography 383 Broodwoy Alfred L. Perry, B.S., M.Ed. Mathematics 10 Spring St., Reading Eva M. Piercy, A.B. Mathematics 57 Apthorp St., Wolloston Albert 0. Plantinga Mechonical Drawing 46 Melrose St., Melrose Paul Protopapas, B.S., Ed.M. Physics, Chemistry 51 Upland Rd. Mrs. Eida C. Radochio, B.S. in Comm. Ed. Typewriting 52 Pork St., North Wilmington Dorothy T. Rice, A.B., A.M. Biology, Physiology 1 4 Ware St., Cambridge Helen B. Ryon Business Records, Economic Georgrophy 85 Oxford St. Catherine M. Scanlon Houshold Arts 32 Hillsdole Rd., Arlington Philip G. Scully, A.B. Latin, History 59 Preston Rd. Caroline A. Shea Typewriting, Secretarial Training, Stenography 64 Peorson Rd. George H. Simmons, B.S., M.A. Physics Strout Ave., Wilmington Hozel L. Smith, Art, Crafts, Art Appreciation 19a Forest St., Cambridge Mory C. Smith, A.B. English 1 1 7 Prospect St Russell G. Smith, B.S., M.S. in B.A. Economic Geogrophy, History 26 Foirmount Ave. Morgoret F. Snell, B.S.Ed. Physical Education 94 Willow Rd., Nahont Katherine E. Stack, B.B.A., A.M. English 29 Pork Drive, Boston Julio F. Sullivan, B.S.S., M.Ed. Clericol Practice, Typewriting 1 86 Centrol St. Beatrice Sweet Music 1230 Moss. Ave., Arlington Francis X. Thornton, A.B. Public Speaking, English 27 Brook St. Fronk X. Veneri, B.B.A., Ed.M. Economic Geogrophy, Business Records, Business Organization, Business Man- agement 15 Audrey Rd., Belmont Joseph B. Weene, B.J., Ed.M. Economics and Civic Problems, History 66 Elm St., Belmont Mrs. Noro H. Whittemore Clericol Practice, Office Machines 9 Mt. Vernon St. Mrs. Mary G. Callahan, R.N. School Nurse 85 Oxford St. Alice M. Sconlon, R.N. School Nurse, Home Nursing and First Aid 49 Dover St. Mobel Kelley Clerk Sunnyside Lone, Lincoln Georgiono Tripp Clerk 45a Cherry St. Morgoret T. Brennan Clerk 42 Gibbens St. Assistant for School Year x Exchange Teacher ♦ Sabbatical Leave Fourteen (Editoria f Deor Clossmotes: Where hos the time gone? It seems like just yester- doy thot we, the closs of '58, found ourselves wondering in Somerville High's maze of corridors, lost ond lonely sophomores. Remember the cries of Toke the ele votor! ? How quickly the doys hove possed, especially our lost yeor os seniors! Looking bock, we recoil the mony events which hove mode our senior yeor such o memoroble one. First, in November, wos our thrilling Thanksgiving Doy football gome. Before vacotion, at the pep roily in the ouditorium, Somerville High fairly rocked with the cheers of the enthusiastic student body. We knew thot if school spirit could win o gome, Somerville wos o sure winner. On Thanksgiving Doy the air wos crisp, the sun wos bright, ond Dilboy Stadium wos overflowing with the students ond foculty. Remember the jubilont cheers of the student body after the winning touchdown? And then, the second highlight of the yeor — the bosketboll Tech Tourney. Each night our boys thrilled thousands of spectators with their spectacular teamwork, ond each morning the bioring headlines would onnounce: SOMERVILLE SCORES ANOTHER COMEBACK! Following the bosketboll season wos Tolent Night ond the Glee Club Concert, directed by our music deport- Edythe Fishman Business Monoger Richard Burnett Foculty Business Advisor, Mr. Hugh McCusker Editor-in-Chief Louise Price Yearbook Foculty Advisor, Miss Olive MocPherson ment. We never realized we had such talented closs- motes until we sow them on the stage! Climoxing the yeor, of course, wos our senior prom. The soft, dreomy music, the fairyland into which our gym wos transformed, the festive atmosphere of the oc- casion — oil of these memories will linger for mony years to come. Must we leove oil this behind5 Yes, we find thot June ond graduation ore here ot lost, ond this marks the end of our high school life. We shall go our different woys; some will meet with success ond others foilure. But we shall hove one strong, com- mon bond — the memory of our doys of SHS. If this yeorbook will bring to mind these happy doys; if it will toke you bock once ogoin to the homeroom dur- ing special period, the gym after school, or to the glit- tering splendor of the senior prom, then our efforts will hove been well worthwhile. We do not know what the future holds or whot our lot in life will be. but we ore leoving behind us sincere wishes for the future happiness of each ond every one of our clossmotes. Your Editor, LOUISE PRICE Fifteen .Seniors Cjracluatincj 'WJith _JJc onor THERESA ADARIO SANDRA AMATO RITA BORRAZO JUDITH BRAWLEV COSMO CAMELIO ANNA DiMILLE EVELYN ELLS DIANA FARULLA ROBERT FEDELE EDYTHE FISHMAN CAROL GOLDBERG JOHN GRAVINA ERNEST HART MARJORIE HOWE MARILYN INCE JOYCE KALTON LOUELLA KELANDONIDOU RUTH LANCASTER NANCY Lo PIERRE MARGARET LOWRY BEVERLY MAXWELL HELEN NICOSIA MARY PAOLILLO LOUISE PRICE NANCY RESMINI DOROTHY SILVA JOYCE SMEDBURG JOANNE SPINAZOLA RUTH STRASSELL CARYL SULLIVAN SALLY VOTO JOSEPHINE WASTAFERRO RICHARD WELCH DONNA WILLIAMS SHARON WILLIAMS Eighteen Now we ore launched upon the tide of the churning sea of life; Now we must face the angry storms ond bend our backs to strife; Shall we succumb to the storms' great might? Shall we be turned by the tide? Or sholl we glimpse the other shore — ond reoch the other side? We do not know what lies beneath the sea's compelling urge; We cannot chart our course ocross a restless seo's wild surge; Unless we see the guiding light of Him who knows the way. We falter; God, our helmsman be. We must not drift oway! Now os we watch the distant shore, its lights grow dim ond small; We've left behind our childhood dreoms; we hear the murmured coll Of life, yet dauntless lift our heads to meet this challenge new; Resolve to face this shifting sea with hope and courage true. And as we lift our eager eyes to view the other shore. The future lies within our grasp—an open, welcome door. We sholl not yield to the tempter's might; we shall not drift with the tide; But seeking goals with courage true, we'll reach the other side. Nineteen Standing: Dominic Butcra, Martin O'Brien Sooted: Sharon Williams, Charlotte Shepherd, Theresa Adario The theme for the Senior Prcm was Catch o Foiling Stor Twenty Lawrence Morchant, Priscsllo Cor� ett, Annette Thibcoult, Jacqueline Bozzi. Edward Silvcira Twenty-one Richord Welch receives spade from Senior Closs President Class Day, June, 1957 As we fondly look bock upon our three years here at Somerville High School, we recall with either joy or sadness the many events which hove token place. The year 1955 may be forgotten by many, but not by the closs of '58, becouse that was the year we entered SHS. Thot first week wos one of bewilderment ond of scorching for the non-existent elevator, but we soon adjusted to our new surroundings, ond plunged enthusi- astically into a year of activity and excitement. Our Sophomore Executive Committee was: Robert Costantino, Beverly Maxwell, Donna Willioms and William Hutchinson. The New Veor began with chaos and confusion at SHS, in the form of o fire which damoged the auditorium, lunchroom, ond several clossrooms. But the worst was yet to come. Our sophomore yeor ended quite abruptly, when another fire, for worse than the first, broke out in June, Thus, with a year's experience behind us, we happily anticipated our return as juniors. September of 1956 found us attending school with the seniors from 8 o'clock to 12, while the sophomores went from 12:30 to 5:30 in the ofternoon. Closses were conducted under the clotter of workmen renovating the Central Building. In spite of these handicaps, we were determined to moke our junior year a happy and event- ful one. Nancy Mitrarvo, Charlotte Shepherd, Margaret McQuoid, Robert Costantino, and Thomos Vortabcdian were elected to the Junior Dance Committee, ond our prom took place during the first part of May. The Harvard Book Prize wos oworded to Ernest Hart at an assembly near the end of the year. The four boys chosen to attend the Boys' State Meet were Richard Welch, Cosmo Camelio, Donald Naugler, and Robert Fedele. We completed our junior year with happy prospects of being seniors, ond of returning to our regular schedule the following yeor. In September of '58 we returned, at lost, os seniors. Now we were about to enter our last yeor os high- schcolers. And it has indeed been an eventful one! If hos been a yeor filled with activity, study, ond fun. As seniors who sow SHS before and after, we could not help but admire the many improvements. The Central Building had been completely renovated, a public address system installed, and the telephones and many clocks put in working order. Since the fourth floor was removed, the art room wos located in the East Building on the first floor. Paul McNamara ond James McCann were chosen coptoin ond co-coptoin, respectively, of the football team. We shall never forget our final, thrilling victory over Wolthom on Thanksgiving Doy! JJarvarcl (!3ooL Prize Mr. Giroux gives oword to Ernest Hort, June, 1957 Twenty-two Our bosketboll teom mode front-pogc news during the seoson. Al Bertrond and Jerry Sullivon were the co- coptoins. One of the highlights of the ycor wos the thril- ling come bocks by our teom which mode them the Eostern Moss. Champions, ond olmost captured the New Englond Title. Cooch Jim Sullivon's five finished the regular season schedule with on overoll 18-2 record. Quincy ond Corn- bridge Lotin were the only two teoms oble to defeot Somerville. The Red ond Blue finished on top of the Greater Boston League, winning seventeen out of eighteen boll gomes. The championship thus ollowed them to goin permanent possession of the Somerville Lodge of Elks Trophy. The trophy is awarded to the Greoter Boston League teom to win the championship three times. The Daughters of the Americon Revolution gave their onnuol award for good citizenship ond scholarship to Marjorie Howe. Marjorie wos also editor of the Rodiotor ond deserves proise for the issues which were published under her supervision, ond the prizes which she won for her news writing. Our closs officers were: President, Daniel Brothers; Vice-President, Beverly Moxwell; Secretary, Marilyn Ince; Treasurer, Cosmo Cornelio. The event we hod oil onxiously awaited finally come —Our senior prom! Our gym wos once more transformed mogically into a dreom world of stors ond clouds, the theme being Cotch o Falling Star. The otmosphere wos one of soft music ond much excitement, a night we will long remember. Congratulations to the Senior Donee Committee for their fine work! The committee included: Theresa Adorio, Charlotte Shepherd, Sharon Willioms, Dominic Butero, ond Mortin O'Brien. The Class Day Committee, which included Priscillo Corbett, Annette Thibeoult, Edword Silvciro, Jocqueline Bozzi, ond Lorry Morchont, worked to moke our lost step toword groduotion o memorable one. And then the most importont event in our high school life—graduation. The eve of June 9, 1958, found us leaving behind SHS, ond storting out into o strange world filled with new odventures ond friends. Receiving our diplomas, we realized thot our high school days were finished, but we would alwoys remember our hoppy days ot the school on the hill. Senior Stondmg: Marilyn Incc, Cosmo Cornelio, Beverly Moxwell. Seated Oomel Brothers Twenty-three ACO, CYNTHIA C. 29 Holi Avenue Commere iol Birthday: October 26 Sophomore Glee Club; Librory opin- ion t Memory: Thonksgiving Day foot boll gome Pet Peeve: Boy who can't donee Future: Bu ine school She ho o smile for every friend, and o friend for every smile. AGUIAR, LAWRENCE A. 10 Barton Street Lorry. Commerciol Birthday: November 19 Memory: 54 to 52 win over Everett Pet Peeve: Silly girls in the class room Future: Armed Service Hoppy -go-lucky! ALBANI, VIRGINIA M. AMATO, SANDRA M. 3 Joque Street Commercial Birthdoy February 13 Graduating with honor, Notionol Honor Memory: Sophomore Itolion closs Pet Peeve: A shert special period Future: College She's blond and bright and always right. AMBER, OLIVE M. 23 Cedar Street Mickey. Commerciol Birthday: Fcbruory 8 Glee Club 3; Homeroom treasurer I Memory: Morch I, 1957 Pet Peeve: Stay-stitching Future: Dressmaker Keep smiling. It makes people won- der whot you're up to! ANASTAS, MARGARET G. 150A JoQue Street Peggy. Commerciol Birthday: August 26 Glee Club I, 2, 3; Homeroom treas- urer I Memory: Miss Conovan's English closs Pet Peeve: Boys without crewcut Future: Beouticion Her ambition is to grow toll; on the contrary she's quite small. ANDERSON, LEO A. 495 Broodwoy General 8irthday: November 1 Memory: Coming in lote Pet Peeve: Over-filled wastepaper boskets Future: Armed Service Contentment is more thon o kingdom. ANDERSON, NANCY J. 31 Foirmount Avenue Non. Commerciol 8irthdoy: July 19 Entertomment I; Glee Club I Memory: Senior Prom Pet Peeve: People who don't like short shorts Future: Office work A worm smile indicates a gentle soul ond understanding heart ANORUCHOW, WILLIAM, JR. 27 Horold Street Scientific Birthdoy: September 15 Bond I, 2. 3; SHS Donee Bond Pet Peeve: Dirty test tubes Future: Research chemist It is not wise to be wiser thon necessary Twenty-four ANTOUNI. JANE A. 20 Puriton Rood College Birthdoy: October 18 Bond I; GAA I, 2, 3, Vice-Presi- dent 2; Basketball I, Monoger 2, Captam 3; Badminton I, 2, 3 Mem ry: Walking barefoot Pet Peeve: Being a pet peeve Future: Physical Education teacher Seek to understood, rather than to be understood. ARDOLINO, ETHEL P. 128 Albion Street Eth. Commercial Birthday: December 17 Rodiator Reporter 3; Honor Guard I Memory: June 17, 1955 Pet Peeve: Short hair Future: Wedding bells Happy and sweet, with a personality that con't be beat. 4 V' ATKINS, KENNETH E. 34 Simpson Avenue General Birthday: August 9 Memory: Getting locked in the book- room with two other boys and Miss Hickey Pet Peeve: Wise guys Future: Armed forces The noise of the wheel doesn't mcosurc the load in the wogon. AYLWARD, JANICE M. 59 Sunset Rood Commercial Birthdoy: Octcber 26 Memory: The footboll roily and Oc- tober 26, 1956 Pet Peeve: Getting up in the morn- ing Future: Airline hostess Her quietness is a virtue to be treasured. BAGLIO, JOSEPHINE M. 550 Fulton Street, Medford Jo. Commercial Birthdoy: March I Glee Club I Mem ry: Morning sessions 7-12 Pet Peeve: Waiting for buses Future: Career now; homemokmg later. Love is a mony-splcndorcd thing. BAHAN, JOSEPH A. 11 Cypress Street Commercial Birthday: July 28 Memory: Sophomore lunch shift Pet Peeve. Stuck-up people. Future: Radio and Television School He who starts from the bottom may land on the t p. BAKER, ROBERT E. 44 Homestead Street, Lexington General Birthday: April 25 Memory: Closs in 115 Pet Peeve: Immature females Future: Art school Art is a gift of God that should be used unto His glory. BALDI, JUDITH A. 54 Bromficld Road Judy. Commercial Birthday: June 22 Proctor 3; Radiator 1; Red Cross 1, 3; Tolent Night 1 Memory: The day we tore the goal posts down Pet Peeve: Boys who don't dance Future: It's not for me to soy Character is the diamond that cuts every other stone. BALDINELLI, MARIE A. 14 Foirmount Avenue General Birthdoy: November 22 Memory: The two fires Pet Peeve: Kneesocks Future: Marriage Quiet, with mornoge in mind. BANFIELD, COLIN A. 11 Clarendon Avenue General Birthday: December 16 Some people fall for everything, and stand for nothing. BANNISTER, HERBERT R. 68 Mount Vernon Street Commercial 8irthdoy: December 28 8ond 1, 2, 3 Memory: Senior year in band Pet Peeve: When the Bond Moster gets mod Future: Business Destined to corve his way to success. BANNISTER, WILLIAM P. 4 Spring Hill Terrace College Birthday: July 25 Good Government Group 3; Teens' Citizen Administration 3 Memory: Coming to Somerville High Pet Peeve: Walking Future: College Amusement is os necessary to man as labor. Twenty-five BARNES. JOANNE E. 52 Pun tor Rood Commercial Birthdoy: September 1 Memory: 147 homeroom Pet Peeve: Broken office machines Minds ore like porochutes; they're useless unless open. BARTERA, DOROTHY J. 60 Berkeley Street Dotty. Commercial Birthday. October 3 Assistant treasurer 1; Rodiator re- porter 2 Memory: Dr. Murroy's English closs Future: Work Pet Peeve: Conceited boys Pleasant and sweet, her life is complete. BATTAGLIA, JOSEPH R. 55 Sargent Avenue Commercial Birthday: November 17 Pet Peeve: Girls Future: Army Don’t be stubborn; be easy-going. BELL, LINDA M. 95 Flint Street Lyn. Commercial Birthdoy: October 21 Memory: 110-210 Pet Peeve: Mama's boys Future: General office work Wishing won't moke it so. BENNETT, BARBARA A. 48 Farrogut Avenue Commercial Birthdoy: May 4 Bonking I Memory: Senior Prom Pet Peeve: Conceited boys Future: Secretary Short ond dark with personality plus spark. BENNETT, DOROTHY M. 26 Fronklin Avenue Commercial Birthdoy: December 11 Glee Club 1; Players' Club I; Camera Club 1 Memory The Thanksgiving Day football gome Pet Peeve: People who criticize Future: Airline stewardess A moiden of unusual beauty, sincere friendliness, and sweetness. BERES, JANET P. 90 Josephine Avenue Bootsie. Commercial 8irthday: October 18 Proctor, I, 2; Red Cross I; Cheer- leader 2; Glee Club 3; Art Club 3 Memory: November 3, 1956 Pet Peeve: Things I'm not ollowed to do Future: Time will tell Her little tongue is never still; folk she must, ond talk she will. BERTE, ANN M. 17 Thorndike Street General Birthdoy: July 20 Memory: Sewing closs Pet Peeve: Boys Future: Office work Good things come in smoll packages. BERTOLINO, CAMILLE M. 43 Moreland Street Commercial Birthday: June 22 Memory: 1958 Bosketboll season Pet Peeve. Homework Future: Secretory Nobody reochcs their goal without working for it. BETTENCOURT, LAWRENCE P. 56 Elm Street General Birthday: November 17 Homeroom treasurer 3 Memory: Junior year in 347 Pet Peeve: Problems closs Future: Service Whatever will be, will be. BOBKIN, MARIANNE 18 Wheatland Street Commercial Birthdoy: April 26 Art Club 1 Memory: Sophomore year in 345 Pet Peeve: Boy named Bobby Future: Corccr Love is the sweetest thing. BORGHI, BARBARA A. 47 Highland Rood College Birthdoy: November 17 Honor Guard 1 Memory: May 22, 1957 Pet Peeve: Shy boys When in doubt, do the friendliest thing. Twenty-six BORRAZO, RITA 15 Hordon Rood Commcrciol Birthdoy: November 1 Groduoting with honor Memory: Senior year Pet Peeve: Conceited boys Future: Secretory While there's life, there's hope. BOSIO, JULIO C. 54 Vic tor io Street General Birthdoy: July 20 Memory: Getting out of school at 12:00 Pet Peeve: Not enough time to sleep in study periods Future: Armed Service I'm not lozy, just dreaming! BOSSI, JAMES P. 84 Raymond Avenue General 8irthday: January 12 Pet Peeve: A certain boy in East Boston Future: State Trooper Do unto others os you would hove them do unto you. BOTELHO, TINA 1001 2 Prospect Street Commercial Birthdoy: August 2 Memory: Senior year Pet Peeve: Shy boys Future: Private secretary A good sport and a loyol friend are two qualities that always blend. BOTELHO, JOSEPH D. 8 Leiden Avenue College Birthdoy: July 26 Key Club 3; Red Cross 3 Memory: Chce's antics in room 144 Pet Peeve: Girls who like spinning wheels; four of them and a spore. Future: College A wise mon speaks no evil. BOZZI, JACQUELINE M. 57 Pearson Avenue College Birthday: May 29 Class Day Committee 3; Homeroom treasurer ; Homeroom Proctor 2; Bus tickets 2 Memory: Senior year Pet Peeve: Dentists Future: Nursing—Housewife With a smile, life's worth while. BRADLEY, ANN 41 Windsor Road Commercial Birthday: August 31 Radiator reporter I; Yearbook re- porter 3 Memory: Senior year Pet Peeve: Conceited boys Future: Actress Alwoys smiling, always gay; alwoys charming in every way. BRADY, JOSEPH E. 356o Broadwoy General Birthday: April 12 Glee Club 3 Memory: Senior year Pet Peeve: No smoking rooms Future: Draftsman A man's best friend is his worst enemy. BRAWLEY, JUDITH A. 1 1 Henry Avenue College Birthdoy: November 16 Glee Club 1, 3; Choir 1, 3; Enter- tainment Group 1, 2, 3; Notional Honor; Graduating with honor Memory: Glee Club Pet Peeve: Alorm clocks A just fortune owoits the deserving. BRINE, WILLIAM F., JR. 13 Quincy Street General Birthdoy: November 9 Memory: Senior ycor Pet Peeve: Teachers' pets Future: Electronics engineer Live and be merry. BROOKS, ROBERT J. 24 Lexington Avenue Brooksic. Commercial Birthdoy: June 4 Entcrtcflnment Group Memory: The two school fires Pet Peeve: Working on Saturdays Future: Making money Success to you in whatever you do. BROTHERS, DANIEL F. 111 Glenwood Road Gcncrol Birthdoy: October 29 Glee Club 1, 2; Entertainment Group I. 2, 3; Track 2, 3; Key Club I; Student Patrol 1, 2; Senior Closs President 3; Student Council 3; Track letter Memory: The fun we had with Miss Ayers Friendship is not o toughing motter. T wenty-seven BROWN, BARBARA J. 97 Perkins Street Brownie. Commerciol Birthday: March 7 Memory: June 1, 1955 Pet Peeve: Hiccups Future: A certain Marine She's o girl worth knowing ond a friend worth having. BRUNDAGE, FRED J. 15 Mognus Avenue General Birthday: Moy 24 Memory: Sophomore year Pet Peeve: Homework Future: Work The door of success soys ''Push!” BRUNO. JOSEPH V. 98 Thurston Street Joe. Generol Birthday: February 4 Memory: Or. Murray's Jr. English closs Pet Peeve: Short shorts Future: Radio or television When my homework gets too deep, then I loy me down to sleep. BUCKLEY, MARGARET J. 36 Rodcliffe Rood Peggy. Commercial Birthdoy: April 5 Good Government 1; Cheerleader 1, 2, 3; Radiator reporter 1, 2; Bonk 1, 2; Players' Club 1; GAA 1; Camera Club 1 Memory: Every minute Ot SHS Pet Peeve: Anti-social individuals Future: Business school A good sport is a royal friend. BUCKLEY, PHYLLIS A. 33 Columbus Avenue College Birthday: Jonuary 30 Portia 1, 2, 3; Good Government 2, 3; GAA 3; Radiator reporter 3 Memory: A.M. Pet Peeve: Nuts, fish, ond mush Future: College The pleasure of love is in loving. BULLOCK, JEANNE I. 89 Pearl Street Commercial 8irthdoy: November 8 Bonk 2; Homeroom treasurer 1 Memory: Miss Ayers Pet Peeve: People who ore prejudiced Future: Stewardess All I ask of life is love and contentment. 8URBRIDGE, FREDERICK S. 9 Montrose Street General Birthday: May 9 Track I; Glee Club 1, 3 Memory: Last summer's vocation Pet Peeve: Women drivers Future: Printing Kindness is like money; it comes back with interest. BURGESS. JAMES B. 142 Highland Avenue College Birthdoy: April 14 Hockey 1. 2, 3 Memory: Sophomore history closs Pet Peeve: Geometry Don't put off until tomorrow what you con do today. BURKE, RONALD E. 9 Harold Street College Birthdoy: Moy 31 Glee Club 3; Entertainment Group 3 Memory: Latin with Mr. Mooney Mischief is his tool of laughter. BURNETT, RICHARD P. 11 Summit Street College Birthdoy: November 1 Radiator Business Staff 3; Entertain- ment Group 1, 2, 3 Memory: Somerville High School Pet Peeve: Giggling girls Future: Electrico! engineer Beneath those turbulent woters there's a calm sea. BUSCANERA, VINCENT R. 92 Ten Hills Rood Commerciol Birthdoy: December 24 Entertainment Group; Banking Memory: Entertainment Group Pet Peeve: Kneesocks Future: College Common sense is not o common thing. BUTERA, DOMINIC F. 41 Boston Avenue College Birthdoy: May 4 Key Club 3 Mem.ry: 1957 Somerville vs. Wol- fham football game Pet Peeve: Girls who don't smile Future: College Those who wish to oppear wise to fools, oppear foolish to the wise. Twenty-eight CAIZZI, LUCILLE A. SI Mom Street Lou. Commcrciol Birthdoy: September 26 Bonk treosurer 3 Memory: B. O. closs Pet Peeve: Sideburns Future: Hoirdresser Being lovable ond olwoys goy is no tosk for Lucy. CALLANDRELLA, CAROLYN A. 337 Highland Avenue Commercial Birthday: September 12 Glee Club I, 2, 3; Bonking I; Proctor 2 Memory: Going with a certain person Pet Peeve: Arguments Future: To be happy They ore clever who con discover1 the secrets of her heort. CALIENDO, ANITA L. 578 Somerville Avenue Dolly. Commcrciol Birthdoy: October 18 Players' Club 2, 3 Memory: Sophomore year Pet Peeve: My straight hair Future: Office worker Enjoy whot you hove; hope for what you lack. CAMELIO, COSMO R. 40 School Street Scientific Birthday: Jonuory 19 Closs Treasurer 2, 3; Good Govern- ment 2, 3; Key Club I, 2, 3; Stu- dent Council, 1, 2, 3; Boys' State; National Honor Graduating with honor Memory: Girls Pet Peeve: Carol Amann Future: Chemical engineer The doors to wisdom ore never shut. CAMERLENGO, VIVIAN M. 40 Otis Street College Birthdoy: July 1 Players' Club 1, 2, President 3; Portio 2; Radiator Stoff 2; Proc- tor 1; Portia 3 Memory: December 29, 1956 Pet Peeve: Ignorance Future: Psychology Major at college Ambition knows no boundaries. CAMMON, MARILYN F. 65 Princeton Road Commercial Birthdoy: June 20 Future: Secretory Oh, for the mysteries of filing cobi- nets ond shorthand! CAMPBELL, CONSTANCE L. 141 Orchard Street Connie: College Art Club 2; GAA 1; Radiator re- porter 3 Memory: Gcrmon class Pet Peeve: The new desks Future: 8oston School of Occupa- tional Theropy Study to show thyself opproved unto God. CAPARRELA, GEORGE M. 11 Benedict Street Coppie. College Room Treosurer 3 Birthdoy: Moy 8 Memory: The day the school caught fire Pet Peeve: Homework Future: Armed forces A quitter never wins, ond a winner never quits. CAPONE, EDWARD 33 Grant Street College Birthday: June 13 Football 1, 2, 3 Memory: Second floor, west building Pet Peeve: Getting up mornings Future: College Walk on your heels ond no one will step on your toes. CAPUANO, JENNIE M. 7 Brodford Avenue Jay. Commercial Birthday: October 6 Assistant Radiator reporter 3; Honor Guard I Memory: Moy 5, 1955 Pet Peeve: Broken elevotors Future: Be a millionaire Lovely to look at; delightful to know. CARLINO, ANGELO M. 7 Joy Street Ang. General Birthdoy: Augu:t 16 Memory. Getting out of school ot 12 o'clock Pet Peeve: People with pet peeves Future: Trovcl Handsome is os handsome does. CARNES, DAVID P. 157 Walnut Street College Birthday: September 19 Track I Memory: Public speaking Pet Peeve: Web feet Future: Coast Guard Those who travel in circles shall be known as wheels. Twenty nine CARR, LEO C. 82 Monroe Street Generol Birthdoy: Moy 11 Memory: Chemistry 2 Pet Peeve: Work Future: Novy Silence is golden, but noise is more fun. CASELLA, MARY ANN L. 12 Burnhom Street Commerciol Birthdoy: Morch 24 Memory: Special period, senior year Pet Peeve: Law Future: Love and morrioge A smile olwoys helps. CAVICCHIO, ANTHONY S. 116 Glen Street Generol Birthdoy: December 18 Bond 1; Glee Club 1; Student Patrol 1 Pet Peeve: Public Speaking Future: Civil Service Worry and I have never met. CERRATO, GERARD R. 2S7 Highland Avenue Generol Birthday: March 11 Memory: Sophomore ycor in 110 Pet Peeve: Girls who smoke Future: Service Whot's life without girls? CHAPRALES, MARION 18 New Hampshire Avenue College Birthdoy: February 6 GAA I, 2, 3; Bonking 2, 3; Librory 3 Memory: Sophomore history closs Pet Peeve: Sixth Periods Future: College Do something, and do it quickly! CHIEREGHIO, MARIO V. 271 Summer Street Commercial Birthdoy: January 25 Memory: My times in English Pet Peeve: Getting up for school Future: Business school If you wont to have friends you have to be one, too. CHIPMAN, JOHN H. 102 North Street College Birthday: Morch 22 Memory: French 1 Pet Peeve: 8:30 Bell I'm hoving o boll! Cl AMP A, MARY ANN C. 16 Clark Street College Birthdoy: April 8 Bonk treasurer 3 Memory: Some terrific kids Pet Peeve: Big shots Future: Mount Auburn Hospital Happiness comes with hard work and achievement. CIAMPI, ROSALIE A. 44 Medford Street Commercial Birthdoy: December 23 Swimming I; Proctor 2 Memory: My junior year Pet Peeve: Boys with whiffles Future: Airline stewardess A life with a smile is a life worth while. CLARK, GAIL P. 37 Prichard Avenue College Birthday: November 30 GAA I; Bonk treasurer 1; Honor guard 1 Memory: Junior prom Pet Peeve: Cars that ore always stalling Future: Junior college Smiles ore free, so give them away. COCHRANE, RUTH M. 76 Hudson Street Commercial Birthdoy: February 14 Cheer leading 2 Memory: Junior year Pet Peeve: Showoffs She who has patience always gets what she wants. COLE, PRISCILLA J. 41 Wolnuf Street Cillo. General Birthday: April 3 Checrleadmg 2, 3; Players' Club 1, 2, 3; Scholarship Play 2, 3; Drama festival 2; Radiotor reporter 1, 2, 3 Memory: Portia Dance. Nov. 16, '56 A friendly smile upon your face is olwoys welcome ony ploce. Thirty COLLINS, JAMES 12 Cedor Avenue College Birthdoy: December 26 Memory: Sophomore history closs Pet Peeve: Fifth period Fridoy Future: College The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weok. COLLINS, PATRICIA A. 85 Benton Rood Commerciol Birthdoy: August 31 Memory: Dr. Murroy's English closs Pet Peeve: Teochers who pick fovorites Future: Nurse It doesn't mottcr who you ore; it's whot you ore. COLLINS, ROBERT F. 7 Hommond Street Generol Birthdoy: September 9 Entertoinmcnt 1 Memory: The beoufiful girls—the Tech Tournomcnt Pet Peeve: Girls in flashy con- vertibles Future: School of Radio ond TV Laugh ond the world laughs with you. COLONNA, LORETTA J. 19 Durhom Street College Birthdoy: March 29 Girls' Glee Club 1, 3; Talent Night 3; Rodiotor reporter I Memory: Mr. Jones ond my Closs of '58 Pet Peeve: Being rushed Future: Music or secretarial school A friendly smile mokes mony friends. COMPAGNONE, JOHN A. 125 Boilcy Rood College Birthdoy: September 22 Memory: The bosketboll gomes Pet Peeve: Woman teochers Future: College In order to goin a friend one must be o friend. CONNOR, BRENDA J. 34 Moreland Street College Birthdoy: December 1 Room treosurcr 1, 2; Proctor 3 Memory: Mr. Cosey's Sophomore English closs Pet Peeve: Moon boots Future: Nursing Alwoys o smile, never o frown. CONROY, MARTIN T. 105 Hancock Street Morty: Commercial Birthdoy: January 11 Proctor 2; Basketball 2, 3; Golf 1, 2, 3 Memory: Thonksgiving Day gome '57 Pet Peeve: Conceited girls Future: Business Look Dod! I mode it! No hands! CONSOLMAGNO, MARIE L. 321 Highlond Avenue Commerciol Birthdoy: December 26 Pet Peeve: Squares Future: Go to Florido Polm trees ond surf-riding beckon. CONWAY, NANCY R. 31 Stone Avenue Commerciol Birthdoy: Moy 20 GAA 1, 2, treasurer 3; Glee Club 1, 3; Homeroom treosurcr, I, 2, 3; 8onk Corps I, 2, 3 Memory: My senior year Pet Peeve: Punctual people Future: Secretory Holf cf her is mischief; the other holf, sincere. CORBETT, PRISCILLA J. 4 Essex Street College Birthday: Januory 16 Good Government 3; Closs Doy 3; Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Entertainment Group 2, 3; Student Council 2, 3; Ploycrs' Club 1; Cheerleader 1, 2, 3; GAA 2,3; Swimming 2, 3 Memory: Eli. December 16, 1955 Future: Nursing Whot's life without fun? CORKHUM, BEVERLY A. I 1 Adelaide Rood Commercial Birthdoy: September 4 Camera Club 1 Memory: Junior year in room 221 Pet Peeve: People who snop gum Future: Medicol secretory Alwoys talking, lots of fun. CORMIER, STEPHEN E. 11 Hamilton Road Steve. College Birthdoy: June 7 Memory: The doy the school caught fire Pet Peeve: School Future: Armed Forces Good luck is o lozy man's estimate of o worker's success. Thirty-one COSTA, FREDERICK A. 28 Illinois Avenue Gcncrol Birthday: April 24 Homeroom proctor I Memory: The upset ot the Wolthom game 27 to 19 Future: Air Force I come; I sow; I conquered SHS. COSTANTINO, ROBERT F. 40 Mead Strcot College Birthday: Morch 21 Track 1, 2, 3; Key Club; Cross Coun- try 1, 2, 3; President Junior Night; Sophomore Executive Board; Treasurer National Honor 3 Memory: Finol cross-country roce Future: County ogent Moke the little ones good. COX, CATHERINE J. 20 Ccdor Street Commercial Birthdoy: September 29 Banking I, 2 Memory: Senior ycor Pet Peeve: Homework Future: Nursing Let a smile be your umbrella on a rainy day. CRAFTS, JOYCE C. 20 Moore Street Jo. College 8irthdoy: September 7 Banking 1; Glee Club 1; Homeroom treasurer 2; GAA I, Assistont proctor 3 Pet Peeve: Boys who won't toke NO for on answer Future: Secretarial school Every day new joys awoit us. CRONIN, ROBERT I. 13 Gilman Terrace College Birthdoy: Morch 9 Memory: Miss Smith's homeroom Pet Peeve: U. S. History Future: Armed forces The end of labor is to goin leisure. CULLEN, NATALIE M. 317 Washington Street Nat. Commercial Birthdoy: October 18 Cheerleader 2, Homeroom proctor 3 Memory: Laconia, June '57 Pet Peeve: Boys with blond crew-cuts Future: Space travel A girl so fond of fun. she's a ioy to everyone. CUMMINGS, JUDY F. 17 Rodcliffc Rood Commercial Birthday: November 9 Players' Club 1; Glee Club 1, 2; Proctor 2 Memory: Everett basketball game Pet Peeve: Scrotch Future: Airline stewardess Always o smile, never a frown when Judy's around. CURLEY, MARAGARET L. 31 Montrose Street Peggy. Commercial Birthdoy: February 4 GAA 1 Memory: October 18, 1957 Pet Peeve: Wise guys A smoll body harbors a big soul. CUSHING, DAVID H. 97 Franklin Street General Birthdoy: December 6 Pet Peeve: Walking up the hill Future: Electronic technician Easy come, easy go. CYMBALAK, SOPHIE D. 20 Newbury Street Commercial Birthdoy: February 24 Memory: Graduation Pet Peeve: Apple polishers Future: Wedding bells She may be smoll, but she tops them all. DALAKLIS, MARY 30 Mansfield Street Commercial Birthday: Moy 28 Homeroom treasurer; Banking 3; Memory: Two shifts in junior year Pet Peeves: Law Future: Hairdresser Sincerity is a great virtue. D'AMATO, RONALD N. 87 Wheatland Street General Birthdoy: July 29 Memory: Sophomore year Future: College It's never too late. Thirty-two DAWE, JOHN J. 40 Dartmouth Street General Birthday: August 12 What ever comes my woy today, I ask the grace to bear it — to keep it to myself, if bad, and if it's good, to shore it. DeBONIS, LUCY R. 72 Derby Street Commercial Birthday: August 24 Radiator reporter 3 Memory: Room 27 Pet Peeve: Conceited people Future: Airlines Smile and the world smiles with you. DcLORENZO, HELEN M. 14 Ward Street Commercial Birthday: March 18 Memory Senior ycor Pet Peeve: Conceited boys Future: Office work Keep quiet until you feel talkative. DcLUCA, ROSALIE A. 18 Adams Street Commercial Birthday: April 25 Memory: Eating behind the teach- ers' backs Pet Peeve: Teachers Future: Georgie's slave Alwoys happy, always gay; why con't everyone be that woy? DeMILLE, LORRAINE W. 63 Elmwood Street Lome. Commercial Birthday: Jonuory 12 Memory: B.O. in Mr. Kelly's room Pet Peeve: Convertibles in the winter Future: Designing school She's never haughty, never proud, alwoys popular in every crowd. DENNIS, JOHN 303 Summer Street College Birthday: Februory 7 Glee Club 1 Memory: Getting out at noontime every day in my junior year Pet Peeve: Watching looded MTA buses go by in the a.m. Future. Work! work! Who? Me work? DESORCY, ALICE I. 27 Ibbeston Street Sugar. Commercial Birthday: November 21 Assistant bonk treasurer 3 Memory: B. O. Class in 329 Pet Peeve: Conceited boys Future: Marry a millionaire Full of fun and fancy free. DiCHIAPPARI, REGINA J. 16 Governor Winthrop Rood Commercial Birthday: April 17 Camera Club I; Rodiotor reporter 1; Bonk Corps I, 2, 3; Bonk treasurer 3 Memory: Senior ycor Pet Peeve: Foult-finding boys Future: Secretory It's nice to be important, but im- portant to be nice. DiGIOVANNI, JOAN M. 6 River Road Commercial Birthday: July 17 Memory: My sophomore year Pet Peeve: Tardy people Future: Secretory The days of our youth are the days of our glory. Di LIEGRO, ANTHONY J. 41 a Boston Street General Birthday: July 12 Memory: Room 110 Pet Peeve: People who moke fun of other people Future: Business Stoy os nice os you ore now, when you think about school in ten years. DiMILLE, ANNE S. 7 Prospect Hill Avenue Commercial Birthday: December 17 Proctor 2; Honor guard 1; National Honor; Graduating with honor Memory: Senior ycor Pet Peeve: Conceited boys Future: Secretory The wise often remain silent. DIONNE, ELLEN A. 12 Morgon Street College Birthday: November 10 Glee Club 1 Memory: Miss Picrcy's geometry class Pet Peeve: People who ore late. Future: I.B.M. A merry heart is alwoys welcome. Thirty-three DOHERTY, MARGARET R. 3 Pcorl Terrocc Gcnorol Birthdoy: August 30 Banking 3 Memory: Junior yeor Pet Peeve: Hours between 8:30 and 2:00 Future: Office work Laughter is not ot all a bad begin- ning for friendship. DONAHUE, DENNIS F. 31 Thurston Street Scientific B.rthday: February 19 Student Council 1, 2; Key Club 3 Memory: New chcmicol labs and morning session Pet Peeve: Poetry Future: Chemist They reign who first have obeyed well. DONAHUE, MARIAN C. 29 Summit Avenue Commercial Birthday: Moy 17 Memory: My junior yeor in room 29 Pet Peeve: A boy in room 29 Future: Morrioge Whot's life if not for fun? DONATI, EMANWEL J. 16 Mystic Street College Birthdoy: May 8 Memory: Sophomore yeor All's well thot ends well. DONCASTER. JOHN R. 112 Pearson Avenue Generol Birthdoy: September 25 Hockey 1, letters 2, 3 Memory: The day the school cought fire Pet Peeve: 6th periods Future: College I'm guarding the goal to success. DONOVAN, CORNELIUS T. 46 Upland Road Lefty. Commercial Birthday: September 12 Memory: Senior homeroom Pet Peeve: Girls with knecsocks Future: Business school What I can do, I ought to do. DONOVAN, JOHN P. 141 Clyde Street General Birthdoy: August 13 Tomorrow, and tomorrow, and to- morrow creeps in its petty pace from day to day. DOREY, JUDITH G. 356 Broodway College 8irthdoy: October 10 Memory: Sophomore year Pet Peeve: Conceited boys Future: College If you find life is empty, try putting something into it. DOUGHTY, PATRICIA A. 5 Summer Street Commercial Birthday: June 8 Memory: Junior year and Mr. Dcigoli Pet Peeve: Getting up in the morning. Future: Airlines Good is not good when better is expected. DREW, JAMES F. 99 Heath Street Generol Birthday: Moy 15 Proctor 1 Memory: Getting out ot 12 o'clock Pet Peeve: Stupid people Future: To go on living I love the life of cose. DRISCOLL, ELLEN 45 Hancock Street College Birthdoy: December 27 8and 1, 2, 3; Boskctboll 1, Swimming 1 Memory: 1956 Senior Prom Pet Peeve: Boisterous boys Future: Geometry teacher A friendly smile will go o long, long way. DUARTE. ROBERT E. 102 Prospect Generol Birthdoy: Jonuory 17 Football I, 2, 3; Bascboll 1, 2, 3 Memory: Football game—Thanks- giving 1957 Pet Peeve: Too much homework Future: Service Try hard ond you will succeed. Thirty-four DWYER, EDWARD J. 35 Sydney Street College Birthday: April 5 Student patrol Memory: Tech Tourney Pet Peeve: Math Future: College or Navy You'll never wolk alone. DYKE, DOUGLAS J. 21 Berkeley Street Doug. Scientific Birthday: March 21 Memory: Wotching the school fire Pet Peeve: Women drivers Future: College Perchance some day it will be a joy to recall even these things! ELIAS, GEORGE R. 95 Jaqucs Street General Birthday: July 25 Proctor 1 Memory: Sophomore ycor Pet Peeve: Girls with plaid slacks Future: Air Force Silence is sweeter than speech. ELLIS, WILLIAM J. 384 Highland Avenue College Birthday: December 21 Art Club I, 2, Treasurer and Busi- ness manager 3; Radiator Staff 3; Senior Prom Dccorotions, 1, 2, 3; Key Club 3; TCA 3; Good Government 3 Memory: Mr. Jones's history class Future: Fashion designer The fewer the words the greater the profit. ELLS, EVELYN G. 28 Sycamore Street College Birthday: December 12 Swimming 1, Manager 2, Captain 3; Boskctball 1; Radiator 3; Na- tional Honor 2, 3; Graduating with honor Memory: 8cnjomin Pet Peeve: Animal haters He thot seeketh mischief shall come unto it. ELLS, JAMES A. 43 Alpine Street General Birthday: August 10 Pet Peeve: Early morning hours Future: Ajr Force Never a dull moment when he's around. EMENEAU, ARTHUR W. 5 Hamilton Road College Birthdoy: February 3 Memory: Nights without homework Pet Peeve: U. S. History outlines Future: College or West Point Too low they build who build below the sky. EMERY, ELIZABETH A. 185 Hudson Street Cc liege 8irfhdoy: December 4 Memory: Junior yeor Pet Peeve: German-speaking friends Future: Secretory Thoughtfulness is the essence of friendship. ERNEST, EDMOND R. 15 Kidden Avenue College 8irthdoy: January 1 Proctor 3 Memory: Senior year Pet Peeve: Know-it-alls Future: College Enjoy your life on earth; it comes but once. ESKHOLME, BEVERLY A. 26 Flint Street Bev. Commercial Birthday: November 16 Library 3; Proctor 3 Memory: Coming up the hill on snowy days Pet Peeve: Slow people Future: Convent Music sporkles in her eyes, and her laughter never dies. FALLON, JEAN M. 22 Bond Street Commercial Birthday: March 21 Memory: The two o'clock bell Pet Peeve: Getting up in the morning Future: Office work. Quietness is sometimes the key to success. FARREN, MARIELLEN 81 Puriton Rood Commercial Birthday: July 5 Memory: Trying to beot the 8:30 bell Future: Office work A fair-haired vision of sweetness. Thirty-five FARULLA, DIANA C. ■4 Craigie Street College Birthdoy: Morch 15 GAA 2; Ployers' Club 2, 3; Gradu- ating with honor Memory: Junior year Pet Peeve: Conceited boys Future: College A life with a smile is a life worth- while. FAY, LAWRENCE G. 25 Redmond Avenue College Birthday: December 27 Band 1 Memory: Sophomore ycor Pet Peeve: 2 ycors of Geometry Future: College The good groy rood is foithful to your treod. FAY, NANCY A. 96 Heath Street Commercial 8irthday: April 11 Cheerleader I, 2, 3; 8owling I; Pep Club 2; Checrlcoding letter Memory: Tech tourneys Pet Peeve: Bossy people Future: Business school Something sweeter than receiving praise is the feeling of deserving it. FEDELE, R08ERT D. 6 Bigelow Street Commercial Birthdoy: December 15 Good Government 3; Glee Club 1; Notional Honor 2, 3; Graduating with honor Memory: Junior ond senior ycors Pet Peeve: Fidele Future: College Know thyself. FENNESSEY, DOROTHY H. 44 Morrison Avenue Dottic. Commercial Birthday: July 11 Majorette 1, 2, 3; Honor Guard 1 Memory: February 22, 1957 Pet Peeve: People who ore always falling Future: Outer space Alwoys a kind word for all. FERA, GAIL F. 11 Harold Street Commercial Birthday: October 16 Memory: Senior year Pet Peeve: Conceited boys Future: Secretary She's gay; she's shy, but there's mischief in her eye. FERRARINI, CATHERINE A. 8 Lowell Circle Commercial Birthdoy: November 4 Librory assistant 1 Memory: Senior ycor Pet Peeve: Slow drivers Future: Airline hostess She has o world of ready wealth. FERRELLI, MARY J. 32 Main Street Commercial Birthday: September 30 Memory: Basketball games Pet Peeve: Office machines Future: Secretory Success is everyone's goal in life. FIERRO, LILLIAN R. 40 Monsficld Street Lilly. Commercial Birthday: June 30 Banking Stoff 1, 2; Ployers' Club 2 Memory: Hockey games Pet Peeve: Conceited boys Future: Laboratory technician You can’t judge a book by its cover. FINELLI, DOROTHY S. 3 Boston Street Commercial Birthdoy: January 9 Memory: Shorthand class Pet Peeve: Conceited people Future: Office worker A winner never quits; a quitter never wins. FINLEY, WILLIAM D. 79 Gilman Street Commercial 3irthdoy: August 27 Proctor 2 Memory: Waltham game. Thanks- giving 1957 Pet Peeve: Plot tires Future: Armed service Fun ond action make the hours fly. FISHMAN, EDYTHE F. 26 Homilton Road Sam. College Birthday: August 24 Radiator reporter 2, Staff 3; Elec- tion commission 3; GAA 1; Good Government 3; Librory Assistant 3; Graduating with honor; National Honor Memory: Gloucester Future: Physical therapist A dream is the wish your heart mokes. Thirty-six FISKE, JEAN E. 104 Gilman Street Commercial Birthday: April 17 Cheerleader 1, 2, 3; Rodiotor re- porter 3; Talent Night 3; Honor Guard 1; Pep Club 2; Red Cross 2 Chccrlcading letter Memory: Sports events Pet Peeve: Insincerity You can't look bockwards when you look into the future. FITZGERALD, MARY G. 51 Bonoir Street Trudy. Commercial Birthday: November 12 Proctor I Memory: Sophomore speciol periods Pet Peeve: People who ore late Future: You never know! Lough and the world laughs with you. FLAHERTY, JAMES A. 40 Pcorson Avenue College Birthdoy: August 7 Key Club 1, 2, 3; Student Council 2, 3; Spring track 1, 2, 3; Winter track 2, 3; Webster I, 2, Presi- dent 3; TCA 3 Memory: Wolthom football game Pet Peeve: School Future: College Youth comes but once in a lifetime. FOWLER, MARY M. 16 Wesley Street Commercial Birthday: November 18 Memory: Senior year Pet Peeve: Oral tolks Future: Work Her bcouty ranks with her wisdom. CASPAR, JOHN S. 67 Central Street Commercial 8irthday: May 17 Memory: My first report card Pet Peeve: Registry of Motor Vehicles Future: State Police Moke yourself accessory to some- body. GASPER, MARIE A. 69 Elm Street Ree. Commercial Birthday: October 30 Bank Corps 1, 2 Memory: Crowded corridors and junior year Future: Secretary She's full of fun, you bet! Just a gal you can't forget. GATTENY, LOUIE D. 107 Josephine Avenue General Birthday: July 17 Memory: Sophomore year in 110 Pet Peeve: Nagging people Future: Service Give crowns and pounds and guineas but not your heart away. GAVIN, JAMES A. 24 Banks Street College Birthdoy: August 22 Memory: Trig closs in 141 Pet Peeve: Homework Future: College Happy am I, from core I am free! Why aren't they oil contented like me? GEDICK, DONALD P. 101 Adams Street, Lexington General Birthday: April 14 Red Cross 3 Memory: The day Judy took my shoes in school Pet Peeve: Tall girls Future: Gladiator Those who mischief hotchcth, mischief catcheth. GEHL, ALLEN F. 140 Central Street General Birthday: October 18 Memory: Room 347 Pet Peeve: School until 2 o'clock Future: Air Force Better late than never. GENNACO, JOANNE L. 281 Highland Avenue Commercial Birthday: Februory 22 Glee Club 1, 2; Camera Club 1 Memory: Mr. Diegoli's closs Pet Peeve: Homework Future: Office work Find a friend and you will find a trcosurc. GENTILE, CHARLES R. 10 Calvin Street General Birthday: February 1 Memory: Sophomore year in 110 Pet Peeve: Homework Future: Army True success is that which mokes building stones of old mistakes. Thiryt-seven GEORGE, PAUL F. 331 Beacon Street General Birthday: October 6 Memory: Junior year with Mr. Hoban and Dr. Murroy Pot Peeve: People who think they know everything Future: Commercial pilot I like everyone around me to be full of fun. GERRIOR, BARBARA H. 18 Dona Street Commercial Birthdoy: December 13 GAA I; Radiator reporter 3; Over- loading 3; Cheerlcoding letter Memory: The nights oftcr the bas- ketball and hockey games Pet Peeve: People who pretend Future: Stewardess She who has potiencc con hove anything she wonts. GETSON, ALAN V. 23 William Street College 8irthday: August 7 National Honor Memory: The friends I've made dur- ing three yeors at SHS Pet Peeve: Having only a twenty- four-hour day Future: Armed service A life without friendship is like the earth without the sun. GILBERTI, DONALD R. 21 Partridge Avenue Gee bo. College Birthday: August 31 Proctor 1, 3; Players' Club 1 Memory: The day the school burned. Pet Peeve: English in 247 Future: Air Force Work is the root of oil evil. GILLETTE, HAROLD J. 341 Bcocon Street Commeicial Birthday: July 8 Proctor 3 Memory: Homeroom 31 junior year Pet Peeve: Smort girls Future: Business school When the facts ore sufficient, argu- ments ore useless. GIOIOSA, JAMES L. 83 Flint Street Sim. General Birthdoy: August 11 Pet Peeve: Homework Future: Photogrophy When my studies get too deep, then I lay me down to sleep. GOLDBERG, CAROL S. 68 Dimick Street Commercial Birthday: May 28 Memory: Thonksgiving day gome, 1957 Pet Peeve: Short lunch period Future: Office worker Quiet, yet we know she is there. GONI, ROBERT L. 38 Spring Street General Birthday: March 25 Memory: History in room 151 Pet Peeve: Neckties Future: Weather forecasting He saw, he wished, ond to the prize aspired; resolved to win, he mcdi- tolcs the way. GOODRIDGE, LUCILLE E. 48 Cameron Avenue Lucy. Commercial Birthday: January 4 Bond 1, 2, 3; Glee Club I; Radiator Reporter 2; Chorus 1; Proctor 2; Entertainment 1; Glee Club Memory: Woiting in line for hot lunches Pet Peeve: Dirty fingernails He who asked no questions received no answers. GORALSKI, THOMAS R. 26 Kensington Avenue College Birthdoy: Jonuory 22 Memory: Mr. Jones and history in 106 Pet Peeve. People who brag Future: Service-college Contemplation is his burly action. GRAHAM, ELIZABETH A. 38 Hamilton Road Betty. College Birthdoy: August 10 Vice-President Student Council 1; Badminton 1, 2; Portia 1, 2, 3; Good Government 1; Moiorette I, 2, 3,; Swimming I; Library Assis- tant 1; Banking Assistant 1, 2; GAA 3 Future: University of Massachusetts Your disposition, not your position, determines happiness. GRAVINA, JOHN J., JR. 105 Bailey Road College Birthday: June 14 Key Club I; Graduating with honor Memory: My fellcw classmates Pet Peeve: Homework Future: College I try to do the best I can. Thirty-eight GRAVITO, MARY J. 50 Spring Street Commcrciol Birthday: April 16 Memory: Class of 1957 Pet Peeve: Climbing Vinol Avenue Future: 8urdctt College He is the hoppiest who finds pcocc m his own home. GRAY, LAUREL D. 101 Heath Street Commercial Birthday: September 20 Memory: Eating in the wrong places Pet Peeve: Noisy hot-rods Future: Becoming the future Mrs. DcMorc Her friendly way is bound to win her much success. GRECO, JOSEPH 51 Porter Street Joe. College Birthday: July 9 Track I, 2, 3; Key Club 3; Cross country 2, 3 Mem.ry: The day the school burned Pet Peeve: Unpunctual people Future: College Much learning doth make thee mad. GREENE, JUDITH A. 16 Bramerd Road College Birthday: January 29 Honor Guard 1, Car checks 3 Memory: Junior Prom Pet Peeve: Unemployed moids Future: Secretarial School ond Philip Mogliozzi Where there is o will there is a woy. GRIEB, DANIEL G. 4 Tremont Place Danny. General Birthdoy: August 17 Glee Club Memory: Lost period ostronom ■ ond geology class Pet Peeve: Stuck-up girls Future: Navy The first hundred years arc the hardest. GRUNDY, GLENN 11 Atherton Street Commercial Birthday: July 14 Memory: Schlitzzy Pet Peeve: School Future: Service They con conquer best who believe they con. GUALTIERI, JOSEPH J. 22 Teele Avenue Commercial Birthdoy: July 24 Entertoinment 1, 2, 3; Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Boseboll 2 Memory: Singing for the junior high schools Pet Peeve: English Future: Business school A companion that is cheerful is worth more than gold. HACHEY, GLORIA J. 12 Montgomery Avenue Commercial Birthdoy: Februory 10 Glee Club 2 Memory: Sophomore year Pet Peeve: Alarm clocks Future: Wilfred Academy Happiness is a form of courogc. HALEY, GEORGE F. 23 Franklin Street College Birthday: Jonuary 10 Rodiotcr reporter 1 Memory: Morning sessions Pet Peeve: Quiet special periods Future: State Police A little nonsense now and then is relished by the best of men. HAMILTON. RICHARD J. 28 Melvin Street General Birthdoy: April 17 Radiator reporter 3 Memory: Junior prom Pet Peeve: Knecs-cks Future: Millionaire Wrong or right, he's always right. HANNAFORD, GORDON J. 30 Summit Avenue Generol Birthdoy: March 16 Memory: Graduation Pet Peeve: Ivy League shirts Future: Engineer Words ore like leaves. HANNAFORD, RICHARD E. 71o Hinckley Street General Birthdoy: June 9 Memory: Junior year in 347 Pet Peeve: Walking from the bosc- ment to the third floor Future: Armed Service Time wasted is existence; time used is living. Thirty-nine HART, ERNEST F. 34 Boy Stotc Avenue College 8irth k)y: November 25 Entertainment Group; Pionist Girls’ Glee Club; Choir; Horvard Book Club Aword; Notional Honor; Graduating with honor Memory: Talent Night 1, 3 Future: Composer of music He searches for the lost chord. HARVEY, KATHLEEN A. 56 School Street College Birthday: August 13 Girls' Glee Club 1; Swimming 3 Memory: Senior Prom 1957 Pet Peeve: Horses that buck me off bccousc they don't realize that I con ride them. Future: College A horse! A horse! My kingdom for a horse! HEAFEY, GEORGE 73 Cedar Street General Birthdoy: November 6 Treasurer 3 Memory: Junior Prom Pet Peeve: Girls who wear kncesocks Future: Contractor Let us do or die! HELMUND, JUDITH 11 Kenwood Street College. Birthdoy: April 9 GAA; Swimming 1; Rodiator Staff 3; Honor Guard I; Bonking Treas- urer 3; Bank Corps 1, 2, 3 Memory: Special in 141 Pet Peeve: Conceited people Future: Teaching Good manners and soft words bring many a difficult thing to pass. HENDERSON, PATRICIA R. 19 Edmonds Street Commercial Birthdoy: January 23 Memory: My junior year Pet Peeve: People who arc late for their appointments. Future: Secretory Cute and small and admired by oil. HOARE, LAWRENCE 13 Thorndike Street Commercial Birthday: March 17 Hooray for me! My birthday's o holiday! HOGAN, LORRAINE C. 34 Dickinson Street Commercial Birthdoy: March 11 Memory: High school basketball gomes Pet Peeve: Kncesocks Future: Office work Kind and friendly to everyone. HOLDEN, ELIZA C. 35 Bortlctt Street Commercial Birthdoy: July 13 Memory: Senior year Pet Peeve: People who alwoys gripe Future: Work To be friendly and sincere at all times is quite an achievement. HOLMY, JANICE M. 215 College Avenue Jan. Commercial Birthday: November 19 Ployers' Club 1, 2, 3; Bonk Corps 1, 2, 3; Cheerleader I; Glee Club I, 2, 3; Entertainment Group I, 2, 3 Memory: English in 247 Pet Peeve: Homework Future: Airline hostess All's well that ends well. HOPKINS, ELEANOR P. 28 Robinson Street Commercial Birthday: June 11 Chcerlcoding 1, 2, 3; Swimming I Memory: Medferd-Somerville bosket - ball games 1956 Pet Peeve: Quiet boys Future: Secretary A flower, a pearl, an all-round girl. HOURIHAN, JOHN J. 67 Prospect Street Johnny. Commercial Birthday: November 7 Boscboll 1 Memory: Special period in home- room 241 Pet Peeve: Stuck-up people Future: Now England Tel. Tel. Co. A person is well dressed when dressed in good taste. HOWE, MARJORIE L. 139 Sycamore Street College Radiator Staff I, 2; Editor-in-Chief 3; Yearbook staff 3; GAA 1, 2; Portia 1, 2, 3; Student Council 3; News Correspondent to Boston Traveler 2; Notional Honor 2; Vice-president 3; DAR Good Citi zenship Award; 1st Prize in Globe contest; Graduating with honor Miss Honor and Progress. Forty HUMPHREY, RICHARD F. 33 Seven Pines Avenue Richie. Gcnerol Birthday: July 7 Memory: Mr. Coscy's homeroom, 1955 and 1956 Pet Peeve: Homework Over week ends Future: U. S. A. F. Handsome ond humorous, he has a charm all his own. HUTCHINSON, WILLIAM C. 39A Jaques Street Scientific Birthdoy: November 26 Boys' Glee Club; Sophomore Exccu tivc Committee Memory: My Senior year Pet Peeve: Women drivers Future: College, Engineering It is nice to be important, but more important to be nice. IAPPINI, ROBERT 3 River Road College Birthday: December 12 Memory: My unforgettable English teachers Pet Peeve: Noisy students in a study closs Future: College Knowledge too, is itself a power. INCE, MARILYN G. 53 Cameron Avenue College Birthdoy: October 3 Closs Secretory 2, 3, Art Club I, Vice-President 2, President 3; Radiotor Stoff 1, 2, 3; Ycorbook Staff 3; Student Council 2, 3; Portia 2; Reporter for Somerville Journal-Press I, 3; Nationol Honor Secretory; Graduating with honor A gentle mind by gentle deeds is known. INDELICATE), GEORGANNA 63 Edgar A.vcnue Commercial Birthdoy: Jonuory 21 Basketball 1, 2, 3; Badminton I, 2, 3, GAA Board 2, 3; Treasurer GAA 2; Softball I, 2, 3; Banking 1, 2 Curiosity killed the cot, but satis- faction brought it back. INESON. LUCILLE Y. 12 Webster Street Commercial Birthdoy: August 31 Camera Club 1; Librory Assistant 3 Memory: The friends I moke Pet Peeve: Nothing, I'm happy Future: Office work It's nice to be natural, when you're naturally nice. . IVESTER, MARYELLEN 693 Somerville Avenue Commercial Birthday: February 17 Memory: Junior year in room 221 Pet Peeve: 8:30 bell Future: Wedding bells To be liked by all is on osset. JAMGOCHIAN, JEAN M. 10 Forrogut Avenue Commercial Birthday: November 26 Memory: Junior prom Pet Peeve: Noisy study classes Future: Hairdresser Jeonnic with the dork brown hair. JOHNSON, HERBERT L. 33 Lexington Avenue Gcnerol A Birthdoy: October 10 Basketball 1; Homeroom proctor 3 Memory: Senior prom Pet Peeve: Sixth periods Future: Service The quiet ond industrious alwoys succeed. KALOYANIDES, ELAINE E. 83 Wallace Street College Birthdoy. September 15 Entertainment Group 1, 2, 3; Choir 1, 2; Girls' Glee Club, 1, 2; National Honor Pet Peeve: Conceited people Future: Physical therapist There's a song in my heart. KALTON, JOYCE C. 46 Central Street College Birthday: July 19 Radiotor Staff 1, 2, 3; Yearbook S off; Portio I, 2, 3; Players' Club I, 2, 3; Notional Honor; Graduating with honor Memory: Radiator room Pet Peeve: Conceited people Future: College Virtue is its own reward. KANE, CAROLINE E. 4 Cross Street Commercial Birthday: July 16 Girls' Glee Club Memory: Junior prem in my sopho- more year Pet Peeve: Conceited boys Future: Secretory Beauty is what beauty does. Forty-one KASPARIAN. ELISE 4 Bishop Street Commcrciol Birthday: June 10 Memory: Special periods Pet Peeve: Boys who can't dance Future: Airlines Whenever there is mischief in the air, look fer Elise — she'll be there! KEEFE, ALBERT W. 15 Mortimer Place General Birthday: October 20 Pet Peeve. Knccsocks on girls Future: Electronics engineer Keep on trying and you will be rewarded. KEHAGIAS, FRANCES 54 Sargent Avenue Franny. Commercial Birthdoy: May 21 Memory: Sophomore year Pet Peeve: Homework Future: Secretory To meet, to know, to love — and then to part, is the sad tole of many a human heart. KELANDONIDOU, LOUELLA 88 Alpine Street Commcrciol Birthdoy: September 25 Bonking 1, 2, 3; Homeroom treas- urer 2, 3; Good Government 3; Radiator reporter 3; Graduating with honor Memory: Room 241 Future: Bookkeeper If God be for us, who con be against us? KELLEHER, MARY M. 23 Lincoln Avenue Commcrciol Birthday: December 22 Swimming I, 3; Bowling I, 3 Memory: Fun in room 109 Pet Peeve: Men drivers Future: Typist Time and patience will cooperate with you. KELLEHER, MARY T. 32 Gordon Street Mac. Commercial Birthday: August 9 Bank Corps 1 Memory: Dr. Burns Pet Peeve: Short lunch periods Future: Medical secretary Life is just a bowl of cherries. KELLY. KATHLEEN P. 46 Linden Avenue Commercial Birthday: September 16 GAA 1; Banking 1 Memory: Rennie's Pet Peeve: Cool cots who bite Future: Fun When there is fun she is always in it; never still for half a minute. KERMETZOGLOU, CATHERINE 9 Alston Street Commercial Birthdoy: June 19 Bank Corps 1 Memory: Sophomore year Pet Peeve: Going to bed and getting up Future: Secretary Do it well and success is yours. KERMETZOGLOU, SPYRAS 9 Alston Street Commercial Birthday: June 19 8onking 1, 2 Memory: Entering the lunchroom at your own risk Pet Peeve: Room 354 Future: Business school Love is only chatter; friends arc all that matter. KILADIS, HIPPOCRATIS G. 17 Boston Street Commcrciol Birthdoy: February 7 Banking 1, 2 Memory: Football rally before the Waltham game Pet Peeve: Tuning in on radio sta- tions for no school signals Future: Work The qualities of a good coptoin are detected in a storm at sea. KILLGREN, RAYMOND G. 54 Pork Street College Birthdoy: October 8 Boskctball 1, 2 Memory: Junior prom Pet Peeve: Low doorways Future: Air Force An oil-round othletc and scholar. KLEIN, ANNE E. 45 Pennsylvania Avenue College Birthday: Februory 21 GAA 1, 2, 3; Bus checks 1, 2, 3; Room treasurer 2 Memory: Mid-year history exam. Pet Peeve: Spanish Future: Tcocher No hay tiempo como el presento. Forty-two KOEHLER, WILLIAM G. 30 Sterling Street Gcncrol Birthday: November 9 Memory: 1 10 Pet Peeve: Homework The world owes me o living. KONIG, ALBERT F. 43 Cedar Street Gcncrol Birthday: December 14 Proctor 1 Memory: 343 Pet Peeve: Women drivers Future: Politics I dare do all that moy become a man; who dares do more is none. KOTELL, RUTH M. 221 School Street College Birthday: June 1 Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Rodiotor Stalf I. 2; News Editor 3; Yearbook Stott 3; Portia I, 2, 3; Ployers' Club 1, 2, 3 Memory: Senior English closs Pet Peeve: Pre-driving Future: Simmons College A loving heart is the truest wisdom. KROMHOUT, ROELOF 104 Woodstock Street Rolph: Commercial Birthday: Moy 17 Players' Club 2, 3 Memory: First dates with American girls Pet Peeve: Running tor the quortcr- past-eight bus Future: Actor His wit invites you by his looks. LAMB, BARBARA 97 Flint Street Bobs. Commercial Birthday: December 21 Cheerlcodmg 3; Bank I, 2, 3 Memory: Junior year Pet Peeve: People who don't like knccsocks Future: Business school One ot our wondcrtul chccrlcodcrs. LAMOTHE, RONALD 1101 Broadway Ron. Gcncrol 8irthday: December 18 I'm here for a gcncrol education. LANCASTER, RUTH E. 66 Clarendon Avenue College Birthday: December 28 Entertainment Gr up I, 2, 3; Boys' Glee Club pionist 1, 3; Rodiotor Stott 1, 2, 3; Yearbook Staff; Portio 1, 2, 3; Ployers' Club 1, 2, 3; Bowling 1, 3; Notional Honor; Graduating with honor Future: Parish work; Upsala College With a song in my heart. LA PIERRE, NANCY C. 335 Summer Street College Birthday: January 6 Art Club 2. 3; Portia 2, 3; Swim ming, I, 2; Basketball 1; Student Council 2; Notionol Honor; Grad- uating with honor Mcm-ry: French 3 closs Future: Wagner College The world belongs to the energetic. LAVERTY, LORRAINE C. 58 Newbury Street Gcncrol Birthday: April 6 Glee Club 1; Library 1 Pet Peeve: Nosey people Future: Airlines Time waits for no one. LAVEY, RICHARD C. 147 Cedor Street General Birthday: May 6 Boscboll I. 2. 3 Memory: 1957 Baseball tournament and 1955 Tech tourney Pet Peeve: Homework Future: Service—railroad job The only guide a man hos is his conscience. LEES, ALICE J. 14 Stickney Avenue Commercial Birthday: Januory 18 Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Entertainment I, 2, 3; Girls' Choir 1, 2, 3 Pet Peeve: Getting up in the morning Memory: Basketball games Future: Secretary Your treasure lies where your heart is. LEGG ALAN J. 44 Josephine Avenue Commercial Birthday: March 31 Memory: Senior English Pet Peeve: Girls with knccsocks Future: Business school Life is but a dreom, but you hove to woke up. Forty-three LEYNE, MARY A. 110 West Quincy Street College Birthday: December 30 Memory: Waltham game Pet Peeve: Homework Future: Nursing Life is not so short but there is olwoys time for courtesy. LIBERACE, BEATRICE 166 Highland Avenue College Birthday: May 31 Library assistant 3; Homeroom treasurer 3 Memory: Moy 3, 1955; Senior year Pet Peeve: Smoking in a crowded bus Future: College Seek and ye shall find. LIBERATORE, RITA 30 Alpine Street Commercial Birthday: March 6 Radiator reporter 3 Memory: Getting in at 12:00 Pet Peeve: Boys who can't donee Future: Secretary Doesn't believe in laughing but always is. LO RUSSO, CARMELA T. 52 Raymond Avenue Commercial Birthday: December 1 Glee Club I, 2; Camero Club 1; Treasurer 1 Memory: Senior ycor Pet Peeve: Boys who need haircuts Future: Secretory Alwoys o smile, olwoys o grin, this makes Carmelo a girl who will win. LOTTI, DOSOLA C. 152 Jaques Street Dos. College 8irthday: August 23 Closs Reporter 3 Memory: Senior year Pet Peeve: Alarm clocks Future: College If you wish to reach the highest begin of the lowest. LOVELESS, EVELYN 49 Cross Street Evic. Commercial Birthday: Morch 29 Majorette 1; Bonk 1; Junior Prom Queen '57 Memory: Football games Pet Peeve: Crowded buses Future: Top doncer The world looks brighter from behind a smile. LOWRY, MARGARET A. 35 Oak Street p©99y- Commercial Birthday: Jonuory 8 Bank 1, 2, 3; National Honor; Graduating with honor Memory: Junior year Pet Peeve: Homework Future: Secretary Her little tongue is never still; talk it must ond talk it will. LUCAS, LORENE A. 2 Century Street Laurie. Commercial Birthday: January 28 Memory: The eight-thirty bell Pet Peeve: Working Future: Fisher Junior College A good lough is sunshine in a house. LUNDGREN, NANCY J. 55 Heath Street Nan. Commercial Birthday: February 24 Glee Club I; Entertainment 1 Memory: Gay Colors Pet Peeve: Cold winter mornings Future: College Enioy yourself; it's later than you think. MACHADO, PAUL F. 11 Lewis Street College Birthdoy: August 19 Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Entertainment Group 1, 2, 3; Webster Debating Society 1, 2; Closs Proctor 1, ? Memory: Working in the music dc part men t Future: College A little opposition now ond then, is relished by the best of men. MocKINNON, MARY A. 16 Austin Street Commercial Birthday: Morch 12 GAA 1 Memory: Basketball games Pet Peeve: Getting up in the morning Future: Business school The only way to hove a friend is to be one. MocKINNON, STANLEY E. 22 Kidder Avenue College Birthday: November 27 Memory: November 28, 1957; Wal- tham-Somcrvillc football gome. Pet Peeve: Getting up in the morning Future: College There is so much to be done, ond so little time in which to do it. Forty-four MocMILlAN, JOAN H. 10 Clork Street Jo. Commercial Birthday: June 26 Glee Club 3; Bonk 2 Memory: Crowded lunchroom dur- ing lunchtime Pet Peeve: Teachers Future: Marriage I like work — it fascinates me! I could sit ond look at it for hours. MoeMUNN, ROBERT L. 34 Lexington Avenue General Birthday: November 7 Memory: 347 Pet Peeve: Detentions Future: School, then service To know him is to like him. MacLEOD, FRED J. 104 Wheotlond Street College Birthdoy: June 24 Memory: Senior year with Miss Canavan's English class Pet Peeve: Sixth periods Future: Work with fothcr Knowledge is a treosure, but prac- tice is the key to it. MAGLIOZZI, ELIZABETH A. 7 Hudson Street Betty. Commercial Birthdoy: December 15 Bank 1 Memory: Sophomore year Pet Peeve: Alarm clocks that work Future: Secretory Little Betty—sweet ond shy, success will never poss you by. MAHONEY, JOAN D. 87 Manon Street Joni. Commercial Birthdoy: July 12 Bonk I, 2; Choral Practice I Memory: Special period 152 Pet Peeve: Procrostinotors ond vic- tims of irresolution Future: Happiness, health, wealth Hoppy, gay, and full of fun. MAIELLA, ALFRED P. 320 MeGroth Highway Commercial 8irthday: September 23 Key Club 1, 2, 3 Memory: Thanksgiving Day game, '57 Pet Peeve: Swinging doors Future: Business school Seek and ye shall find. MALLOY, RICHARD D. 14 Alderscy Street Commercial Birthdoy: November 21 Memory: Junior homeroom, 347 Pet Peeve: Girls who smoke Future. U. S. Army Still water runs deep. MALSBENDEN, TERESA A. 15 Chandler Street Terry. Commercial Birthday: July 28 Memory: Mr. O'Brien Pet Peeve: Getting up to go to school Future: Airline hostess You olwoys look best when you wear a smile. MANGAN, ELLEN J. 26 Conwcll Avenue College Birthday: June 22 Memory: My near misses during the driver training course Pet Peeve: Trying to boot the 8:30 bell Future: Psychiatrist Life itself is but a toy, filled with duty and with joy. MANGANO, ANNETTE M. 39 Ash Avenue Anita. Commercial Birthdoy: November 28 Radiator I Memory: Trudging up the hill Pet Peeve: Anchor clankers Future: Hairdresser Pretty and sweet, chorming to meet. MARCHANT, LAWRENCE T. 22 Sewoll Street College Birthdoy: April 23 Class Day Committee Memory: Mr. Jones' history class Pet Peeve: Bermuda shorts on men Future: U. S. Air Force Everyone is the architect of his own fortune. MARKWARTH, ANN M. 16 Skehon Street Annie. Commercial Birthday: June 30 Bank I Memory: Junior year Pet Peeve: Hot rodders Future: Airline hostess Where your treosure is, there will your heart be also. Forty-five MARQUES, BARBARA M. 265 Elm Street Commercial Birthday: March 16 Assistant proctor 1; Bonk treasurer n Memory: Mr. C. Buckley's History closs '56-'57 Pet Peeve: People who think rock 'n' roll music creates delinquency Future: Interpretive dancing Full of fun and fancy-free. MARREN, DAVID C. 42 Boston Avenue Gencrol Birthday: September 13 Memory: Times in my junior year Pet Peeve: Getting up in the morning Future: 101st Airborne Division To have a friend, you have to be one yourself MARTELL, DORIS J. 19 Pork Avenue Commercial Memory: Household Art classes Pet Peeve: Conceited boys Future: Business MATHEWS, M. CAROLE 28 Uplond Road College Birthday: May 13 Memory: Tech Tourney gomes Pet Peeve: Conceited bays Future: Nursing Love is only chotter; friends ore oil that matter. MAXWELL, BEVERLY A. 24 Stickney Avenue College Birthdoy: August 9 Sophomore Executive Committee; Closs Vice-President, 2, 3; Goad Government Group 2, 3; Student Council 1, 2, 3; Players' Club 1, 2, 3; Bodmmton 1, 2, 3; Mon- oger 2, 3; Bank Corps 2, 3; Na- tional Honor 2, 3; Graduating with honor. Lough ond be merry. McCAMBLY, JOSEPH L. 55 Springfield Street Generol Birthday: August 4 Football I, 2, 3; Football letters 2, 3; Baseball I, 2; Baseball letters 2, 3 Memory: Football gomes Pet Peeve.' Going to school McCANN, JAMES D. 56 Gorham Street College Birthday: October 1 Football I, 2, 3; Baseball 1, 2, 3; Basketball I; Co-Co’ptoin football team Memory: Last gome of football Pet Peeve: Girls who tolk too much Future: College Two hours' sleep before midnight arc worth four after. McCarthy, michael f. 9 Harvard Street Mac. General Birthday: July 28 Bank treasurer 1 Memory: 2 o'clock bell Pet Peeve: Building masters Future: Morincs ''Oh, guess I'll get by. McCLAFFERTY, ELLEN M. 191 Pearl Street Commercial Birthdoy: November 18 Pre-driving Memory: Sophomore year at S.J.H. Pet Peeve: Crowded buses Future: Airline hostess An ounce of mirth is worth a pound of sorrow. McCORMICK, PATRICIA 3 Honcock Street College Birthday: September 13 GAA I; Bonking 1, 2; Glee Club 1 Memory: Sophomore ond junior years Pet Peeve: Boys from Horvord Future: Junior College Small in size, but big in personality McEVOY, RICHARD A. 25 Windsor Road Generol Birthday: August 4 Memory: Room 113 Pet Peeve: Morning after the night before Future: Dental technician It's better to be safe than sorry. McFarland, joan i. 9 Horsey Street College Birthday: August 12 Honor Guard 1; GAA 1 Memory: Junior year Pet Peeve: Oh, those knecsocks! Future: Business school Kindness is a quality everyone should possess. Forty-six McGovern, carol a. 66 Boy State Avenue Schlitzzi. Commercial Birthday: February 1 GAA 1; Class Proctor 1, 3; Library assistant 1 Memory: Practice teachers Pet Peeve: Senior typing closs Future: Airline hostess Work foscinotcs me; I could watch it all day! McGRATH, CAROL A. 4 Gilson Terrace Commercial Birthday: July 16 8anking I Memory: Junior prom Pet Peeve: Boys who are late for dates Future: Secretary Her quiet manner is indeed a pearl to tie treasured. McHUGH, LORETTA A. 151 North Street Lory: Commercial Birthday: November 21 Radiator reporter 1; Assistant proc- tor 2; 8onk treasurer 3 Memory: Thonksgiving Doy football gome in 1957 Pet Peeve: Cute, short boys Future: Airline hostess To hove o friend is to be one. MclNNIS, ROBERT S. 11 Thorndike Street General Birthday: Januory 20 Memory: Sophomore year Pet Peeve: Women drivers Have you had a kindness shown? Poss it on! MclSAAC, JAYNE A. 36 Brostow Avenue Commercial Birthday: April 4 Bonking I, 2; Notional Honor Memory: Sophomore year Pet Peeve: Homework Future: Secretory You must stay awoke to hove your dreoms come true. McKENZIE, WILLIAM R. 116 Bortlett Street College Birthdoy: May 31 Cross Country team 1, 2, 3; Winter and spring trock 1, 2; Key Club 1, 2, Vice-President 3 Memory: Senior yeor When the Great Scorer comes to mark beside your name. He marks not if you won or lost, but how you played the game. McKEIL, MARILYN J. 212 Highland Avenue Kitten. Commercial Birthday: January 3 Bank Corps 2, 3; GAA 1; Glee Club I; Bank treasurer 1; Ploycrs' Club 1 Memory: Lcoving school ot 12 o'clock Pet Peeve: School homework Future: Marriage Off we go into the wild blue yonder. McLaughlin, Paul m. 378 Washington Street Commercial Birthdoy: Februory 4 Memory: Fine instructors and good friends Pet Peeve: Rudeness He who hesitates is lost. McNAMARA, JAMES H. 51 Berkeley Street Commercial Birthday: June 28 Key Club 1 Memory: Fine instructors Pet Peeve: Manners, kindness Future: Stockbroker High thoughts arc the heart of courtesy. McNAMARA, PAUL J. 20 Henry Avenue College Birthdoy: August 3 Football 1, 2, 3; Boseboll 1, 2, 3; Trock 2, 3, Glee Club 2, 3; Cap- tain in football; played in Ag- ganis All-Star Game; Letters 1, 2, 3 in Football and Boseboll Memory: The Waltham victory '57 He was stroight. You could trust him. McNAMARA, ROSE M. 51 Berkeley Street Commercial Birthday: June 8 Memory: My senior year Pet Peeve: Absence from school Fulure: Going places A. good sport and a loyal friend arc two qualities that always blend. McQUAID, MARGARET E. 139 Walnut Street College Birthdoy: June 21 GAA 1, 2, 3; Ployers' Club 1, 2; Student Council 3; Radiator 1, 2, 3; Yearbook 3; Secretory Student Council 3; Cheerleader 1, 2; Por- tia 2, 3; Junior Night Committee 2; Good Government 2, 3 Memory: Sophomore yeor Hitch your wogon to a stor. Forty-seven MELLO, CAROL ANN M. 16 Gorham Street Commercial Birthdoy: November I Memory: Senior English in Mr. Thornton's room Pet Peeve: Bermuda shorts Future: Medicol secretary Like the careless flowing fountains were the ripples of her hoir. MICCO, ANTOINETTE B. 45 Ibbetson Street College Birthdoy: July 3 GAA 1; Proctor 2; Assistant Proc- tor I, 3 Memory: Chemistry class Pet Peeve: Knccsocks Future: College All ore created equal; therefore oil should be treated equal. MICELI, JOANNA R. 10 Memoriol Road Commercial Birthday: May 13 Girls' Choir 1; Glee Club 1; Enter toinment Group 1 Memory: My sophomore yeor in Bookkeeping Pet Peeve: Getting up in the morning Future: Secretary Silence is golden, but tolking is fun. MIELE, JOSEPH A. 204 Somerville Avenue Generol Birthdoy: July 22 Football 1 Pet Peeve: Girls Future: Master machinist I'll just keep moping on. MILANO, CARL S. 73 Ten Hills Rood Generol Birthday: August 12 Glee Club 1 Memory: My Italian closs Pet Peeve: Homework Future: Service A boy's best friend is his mother. MILLER, JUDY A. 12 Electric Avenue College Birthdoy: October 29 Memory: My junior year in 341 Pet Peeve: People who don't like animals Future: Children's nurse Humor is on antibiotic against hate. MILLER, RITA E. 259 Beacon Street Speedy. Commercial Birthdoy: January 24 Homeroom treasurer 1, 2, 3; Bonk Corps 1; GAA 1 Memory: English in 247 Pet Peve: Boys named Jackie Future: 8cauticion Oon't do todoy what you can put off until tomorrow. MILLY, GLADYS L. 55 Willow Avenue Lee. Commercial Birthday: December 31 Memory: Sophomore yeor Pet Peeve: Boshful boys Future: Business school Glodys is the girl with the sparkling wit; wherever she goes, she is a hit. MIOLA, JOSEPH A. 12 Uplond Rood Scientific Birthdoy: December 20 School Bond 1, 3; SHS Donee Band 3 Memory: Nights without homework Pet Peeve: Doncing Future: Engineer A merry heart goes all the way; a sod heart tires in a mile. MITRANO, ANNUNZIATA J. 190 Washington Street Nancy. College Birthdoy: June 7 Glee Club 1, 3; Portia 1, 2, 3; Ploy- ers' Club I, 2, 3; Good Govern- ment 2, 3; Entertainment Group I, 2, 3. GAA 1. 3; Junior Night Committee; Choir I, 3; Notional Honor Memory: Junior Prom Give encouragement instead of sym- pathy. MOORE, THOMAS L. 33 Walloce Street College Birthdoy: December 15 Memory: Spanish 147 Pet Peeve: Tcochcrs who like open windows Future: College Time is the wisest counselor. MORRIS, ROBERTA M. 317 Summer Street Bobbie. Commercial Birthday: February 9 GAA 1. Glee Club 1, 2, 3 Memory: Jackie Pet Peeve: Moody boys Future: General office work She has a smile for all who meet her. Forty-eight MORRISON, DOROTHY L. 9 Tufts Street Dottie. Commercial 8irthdoy: October 27 8anking 1, 2; Honor guard 1 Pet Peeve: A person who doesn’t hove o sense of humor Future: To be Mrs. Daniel Riley Erin Go Bragh (Ireland forever). MOSHER, DAVID C. 15 Kenwood Street College Birthday: August 22 Procter 3; Rodiator business staff 3 Memory: All those beautiful girls Pet Peeve: Sophire— Sach Future. Funeral director I'll get there; just don't rush me! MOURADIAN, JACK 111 Elm Street College Birthdoy: Moy 8 Memory: Senior homeroom—special period Pet Peeve: A person with no manners Future: Service—school of business A friend is to be taken with his faults. MUCCI, FREDERICK J. 268 Powder House 8oulevord Mucco. General Birthdoy: November 13 Pet Peeve: Homeroom teachers Future: Outside world Always o smile, never a frown, when Fred is around. MUEHLIG, JUDITH E. 108 Orchard Street Commercial B.rthday: August 12 8onk corps 1 Memory: Junior year Pet Peeve: Short lunches Future: Secretory The girl with the golden hoir. MURPHY, AGNES 8 Everett Avenue Commercial Birthday: April 23 Memory: Special period Pet Peeve: Typing Future: Office work Talks often but never long. MURPHY, MARILYN C. I 1 Wigglesworth Street Mol. Commercial Birthday: February 10 Glee Club 3; GAA 1, 2, 3; Com- munity chorus Memory: Tri-Hi-Y P.J. porty, when Mrs. M. come up Of 4 A.M. Pet Peeve: Argyle kneesocks Future: Office work A cute girl, who always has o smile for you. MURRAY, DAVID F. 31 Ossipec Rood Commercial Birthdoy: September 14 Memory: Graduation day Pet Peeve: Homework Future: Los Vegos School days ore the best port of life. MURRAY, ELLEN D. 38 Bartlett Street Commercial Birthday: March 28 Junior Community Chorus: Bank treasurer 1, 2 Memory: Thanksgiving football gome Pet Peeve: Short hoir Future: Hairdresser Friends she has mony; foes, has she any? MURRAY, JEAN 19 Kingston Street Commercial 8irthdoy: March 25 Never do fodoy whot you con put off until tomorrow. MURRAY, PHILIP A. 61 Walnut Street College Birthday: Morch 16 Memory: The boskctboll gomes. Pet Peeve: The Somerville High School girls Future: College An ounce of performance outweighs a ton of intention. NATALE, JANET C. 32 Thurston Street Jon. Commercial Birthday: September 15 GAA 1; Swimming 1 Memory: Senior prom of '57 Pet Peeve: Dishonesty Future: Research Ambition mokes success; lozmess, a failure. Forty-nine NAUGLER, DONALD E. 452 Medford Street College Birthdoy: April 4 Good Government 2; Student Coun- cil 1; Key Club 3; Bank Corps 2; National Honor President Memory: Junior year at SHS Pet Peeve: Pink lemonade Future: Militory school Faith conquers all. NEOFOTISTOS, KATHLEEN 20 Powder House Boulevard Kothie. Commercial Birthdoy: August 3 Glee Club 1, 3; Proctor 3 Memory: Everett basketball game '57 Pet Peeve: Conceited boys Future: Come whot may Some think the world was mode for fun ond frolic, and so do I. NETCHER, JUNE F. 9o Clyde Street Commercial Birthday: April 3 Glee Club 1 Memory: Thanksgiving gome of '57 Pet Peeve: Time writings in typing Future: Office work It is better to remain silent and ap- peor a fool thon to speak and remove oil doubt. NICOSIA, HELEN E. 37 Putnam Street Commercial Birthday: December 14 Notional Honor; Graduating with honor Memory: Thonksgiving football game of '57 Pet Peeve: Cold schoolrooms Future: To marry a millionaire Be silent or speak something worth heoring. NOLAN, MARY LOU 465 Broodway General Birthdoy: November 1 Memory: Junior yeor in 331, Mr. Kelly’s room Pet Peeve: Conceited boys Future: Airline hostess Sugor and spice and everything nice. NORMAN, PATRICIA A. 27 Winslow Avenue Pot. Commercial Birthdoy: October 4 Memory: Dr. Murray's room Pet Peeve: Long separations Future: Secretarial school Love, love, it makes the world go round. O'BRIEN, EDNA F. 191 Summer Street Commercial Birthdoy: Morch 9 Honor Guard I; Assistant Proctor 2; Glee Club 3 Memory: Senior prom of '56 Pet Peeve: People who are olwoys arriving late. Future: Secretory She's gay and happy ond olwoys looks snappy. O'BRIEN, MARTIN J. 84 Partridge Avenue Marty. Gencrol Birthday: Morch 20 Senior Night Committee Memory: Tech tourney Pet Peeve: Building masters Future: Electrical engineering I love fun. Cotch me if you can! O'HALLORAN, JANET M. 20 Chandler Street Commercial 8irthdoy: Jonuory 2 Glee Club 3; Honor Guard; National Honor; Graduating with honor Memory: Mr. Scully's homeroom Pet Peeve: Unshaven boys Future: Secretary Quiet, pretty, full of fun; she's odmired by everyone. O'HARE, JOHN J. 36 Highland Avenue General Birthdoy: November 27 Memory: 113 Personality is priceless. O NEIL, SANDRA J. 18 Thorpe Street Commercial Birthdoy: January 20 GAA 1; Bonker I Memory: Senior prom 1956 Pet Peeve: Giddy boys Future: Private secretary Courtesy is a sign of good taste. O'NEILL, DANIEL J. 27 Colvin Street General Birthdoy: June 2 Memory: Junior prom Pet Peeve: Homework Let mercy season justice. Fifty OTERI. JOSEPH A. 51 Temple Street Joe. Gcncrol Birthday: Jonuory 18 Memory: Senior Prom Pet Peeve: Sophomore girls Future: Marine Corps Variety is the spice of life. PAGANO, MARY L. 57 Hinckley Street College Birthday: September 8 GAA I; Proctor 1; Bonking I, 2 Memory: Junior homeroom 344 Pet Peeve: Boys who do not like sports Future: College She may look quiet, but look again. PALMER, ROBERT 10 Lincoln Avenue General Birthday: September 2 Memory: Senior Prom Pet Peeve: Talkative people Future: Armed Services A kind act is never forgotten. PAOLILLO. MARY L. 76 Raymond Avenue Mary Lou. Commercial Birthday: March 27 Glee Club 1, 2, treasurer 3; Enter- tainment Group I, 2, 3; Bank Corps, I, 2; Girls' Choir 3; Na- tional Honor Society; Graduating with Honor Memory: Music deportmnet It tokes iust os much energy to wish os it does to plan. PARADISO, RALPH R. 513 Somerville Avenue College Birthdoy: Memory: Basketball games Pet Peeve: Somerville High School girls Future: College Keep your temper; nobody else wonts it! PARENT, RICHARD H. 37 Gordon Street College Birthdoy: August 6 Memory: The objective Mr. Jones and 106 Pet Peeve: The morning ofter the night before Future: College I specialize in flirtation: attention without intention. PARKHURST, SANDRA LEE 100 Alpine Street Commercial Birthdoy: December 22 Glee Club 1, 2. 3 Memory: Junior Prom Pet Peeve: Conceited boys Future: Morrioge When the going gets rough just keep smiling and everything will be brighter. PASSANISE, DOMENIC J. 40 Bailey Rood General Birthday: November 9 Memory: The fire Pet Peeve: Teochers Future: Truck driver All talk ond no action. PELHAM, ROBERT J. 89 Gilman Street College Birthday: Morch 4 Track 2, 3; Key Club 3 Memory: Climbing the hill Future: Aeronoutics It was worth it. PELTON, LINDA J. 64 Flint Street Commercial Birthday: August 18 Ployers' Club 1; Maiorettc 1; Bonk I. 2 Memory: Junior year 12 o'clock dis- missals Pet Peeve: Clocks Future: Hoirdresser In dignity she wolks. PENNELL, ROBERT D. 190 Somerville Avenue Commercial Birthday: March 16 Football 1; Hockey 1, 2, 3; Baseball 1, 2, 3; Hockey and 8oscboll let- ter I. 2, 3 Memory: Room 332, Mr. Reardon Pet Peeve: Malden Catholic hockey team Future: College A quiet lad. PERKINS, ROSE M. 24 Quincy Street Commercial Birthdoy: August 13 Memory: Junior Homeroom 324 Pet Peeve: Short boys Future: Secretarial work As circumstances olter, moy success never falter. Fifty-one PERRY, HENRY A. 53 Farrogut Avenue Commercial Birthday: Moy I Hockey 1, 2, 3; Hockey letter Memory: The big plons that fell like bombs Pet Peeve: Unjust teachers Future: Business Always finds time to sing ond ploy. PERRY. RICHARD 55 Faragut Avenue College Birthday: July 26 Memory: Waltham game Pet Peeve: Gouch Future: Service Remember what was said today but forget it tomorrow. PESCATORE, MARIA T. 54 Derby Street Commercial Birthday: January 30 Memory: Sophomore year in 209 Pet Peeve: Joe Otcri Future: Office work Lose on hour in the morning and you will be all day hunting for it. PHILLIPS, ROY D. 23 Central Rood College Birthday: June 23 Memory: Mr. Jones ond his history Pet Peeve: Pet Peeves Future: College Study is his motto; success is his fame. PICCOLO, COSMO A. 52 Medford Street College Birthday: July 6 Football 1, 2, 3; Aggonis oll-stor I, 2, 3; Letter in football 3 Memory: Waltham Game '57 Pet Peeve: Loud girls Future: College An easy-minded soul. PICCOLO, SEBASTIAN J. 12 Indiana Avenue General 8irthday: August 4 Boskctboll 1; Football I, 2, 3; Track I, 3; Football letters 2, 3; Trock Letter 3 Memory: Waltham victory Pet Peeve: Shoving Future: Boston University A hero of Somerville High football team. PICKETT, LOUISE M. 22 Woodbine Street Lou. Commercial Birthday: September 18 Memory: Senior night Pet Peeve: Brownies Future: Career Smart ond neat and hord to beat. PINO, ROSEMARIE 10 Westwood Rood Commercial Birthday: June 15 Bank Corps 1, 2; GAA 1; Radiator reporter 2; Homeroom treasurer ’ I, 3 Memory: Thanksgiving football game Future: Secretary A rose by any other name would be as sweet. PISANI, HELEN M. 6 2 Ivaloo Street College Birthday: July 25 Memory: Miss Picrcy's geometry class Pet Peeve: U. S. History Future: Morrioge Quiet, but watch out! PISO, ANGELO L. 135 Bailey Rood General Birthday: January 29 Proctor I Pet Peeve: Girls Future: Jeweler Alwoys looking for pleasure. PITTS, JAMES F. 28 Montrose Street Commercial Birthday: September 22 Memory. My first failure slip Pet Peeve: Troffic lights Future: Metropolitan Tronsit Au- thority Service is no heritage. POMMET, JAMES 86 Gordon Street Jimmy. General Birthday: August 5 Hockey team 1, 2, 3; Hockey letters Memory: Senior homeroom Pet Peeve: Small hot lunches Future: College A real plcosure to know. Fifty-two PREN DERGAST, KATHLEEN E. 23 Joqucs Street Kothy: Commercial Birthday: May 28 Memory: The stairwoy behind room 209 Pet Peeve: Running for the bus Future: A b.y named Joe She may be small, but she tops them all! PRESTON, STEPHEN E., JR. 16 Bowdoin Street College Birthday: Jonuary 9 Glee Club 3; Baseball 2, 3; Trock 3 Memory: Senior prom, closs doy, and graduation Pet Peeve: Women teachers Future: College Look before you leap. PRICE, LOUISE M. 41 Belknap Street Weeze. C-llcge Birthday: November 15 Yearbook Editor-m-Chicf 3; Closs Poet; Rodiotor 1, 2; Literary cdit.r 3; Honor Guard 1; Globe Poetry Award; MHA Award; Grad- uating with honor; National Honor Memory: Rodiotor room Future: Florence Nightingale A girl worth knowing ond a friend worth hovmg. PRIMO, ANTHONY C. 16 Putnam Rood Tony. Commercial Birthday: December 23 Radiator reporter 3; Procter 1, 2, Glee Club 3 Memory: Sophomore Italian closs Pet Peeve: Icy mornings Future: Commercial flyer A good friend to everyone. PULSIFER. FLORENCE 6 Albion Street Commercial Birthdoy: May 2 Volunteer music groups Memory: December 31, 1956— Dove Pet Peeve: Grouchy teachers Future: Business college Good humor mokes all things tol- erable. QUERZE, CAROL A. 7 Dow Street Commercial B-rthdoy: March 27 Memory: Junior prom Pet Peeve: B.ys with long hair Future: Secretary Rome wasn't built in o doy, so why hurry? QUINLAN. ANN M. 16 Evergreen Avenue Quinme. Commercial Birthday: July 2 Library assistant I; Radiator re- porter 1, 2 Memory November 17, 1955 Pet Peeve: 8oys that don't wear pegged pants Future: Medical secretory Carefree and gay is our little lody. QUINN, JACQUELINE 7 Bond Street Jockic. Commercial Bonk corps 2 Memcry: Sophomore spcciol periods Pet Peeve: Talkative boys Future: Marriage Friendly, studious, and lady-like. QUIRK, WILLIAM 63 Cherry Street Bill. College Birthday: February 2 Memory: The fire Pet Peeve: No cor Future: College Hope for the best but prepore for the worst. RANIA, JUNE C. 27 Monroe Street General Birthdoy: Moy 6 Glee club 2; Art 3; Swimming 1; Banking 1 Memory: Riding home from school Pet Peeve: Getting up to go to school Future: Art ond marrioge Success—getting what you want; happiness—wonting what you get. RASTELLINI, MARIE E. 15 Osgood Street Commercial Birthday: November 24 Memory: July 24, 1956 Future: Marriage The rules of education ore bitter, but the fruits ore sweet. RAZZABONI, BEVERLY A. 90 Central Street Bev Commercial Birthdoy: June 5 Bonking I Memory: Senior English closs Pet Peeve: After school sessions Future: Secretary Drift oleng o merry rood. Fifty-three REED, STANLEY H. 47 Vinol Avenue General 8irlhday: August 13 Memory: The Thanksgiving football gome, 1957 Pet Peeve: Problems Future: Electronics school ond Service Quiet and shy, but why! REILLY, PAUL D. 42 Highland Avenue General Birthday: September 21 Football 1, 2, 3; Trock 2, 3; Glee Club 2, 3; Football letters 1, 2, 3 Memory: Waltham game '57 Pet Peeve: Rock 'n' rollers Future: Service People who moke no noise arc dangerous. RESMINI, NANCY L. 5 Linden Avenue College Birthday: August 30 GAA 1, 2, President 3; Swimming 1, 2, 3; Bowling Captain 3; Bas- ketball 1; Portia 1,2, 3; Student Council 3; Librory Assistant 3; National Honor; Graduating with honor Future: Boston College—moth teacher People ore more fun thon onybody. REZENDES, JOHN R. 7 Cooney Street Genero I 8irthday: June 3 Memory: Thanksgiving footboll gome 1957 Pet Peeve: Mornings Future: Service Finish whot you start. RIBEIRO, JANET M. 45 Colvin Street Commercial Birthdoy: April 30 Assistant Proctor 1; 8onk 2; Radi- otor reporter 1 Memory: Junior English closs Pet Peeve: Getting up in the morning Future: Policewoman Full of life, full of fun; Jon is always on the run. RISSER, VIRGINIA M. 78 Lowell Street Commercial Birthdoy: Jonuory 10 Rodiotor reporter 1; Homeroom treasurer 1; GAA 1 Memory: Baskctboll gomes Pet Peeve: Unpegged pants Future: Secretory She's sweet and very neof. ROBILLARD, LOIS E. 14 Lonng Street Commercial Birthdoy: March 10 Memory: Senior prom '56 Pet Peeve: People who ore late Future: Wedding bells There's sunshine in her smile, ond mischief in her eyes. ROSS, EILEEN E. 9 Raymond Avenue Commercial Birthday: January 11 Pet Peeve: The 8:30 bell Future: Secretory A sweet girl with personality plus beauty. RUGGIERO, CHRISTINE M. 11 Mystic Avenue Commercial Birthdoy: July 1 Ployers' Club I Memory: Homework and sixth periods Pet Peeve: Younger brothers Future: Que sero sero! Dark hair, dark eyes, and a sincere flashing smile. RUGOLETTI, RONALD F. 126 Hudson Street General Birthday March 27 Memory: 1st year Physics closs Pet Peeve: Fickle girls Future: College A little learning is a dangerous thing; drink deep or taste not the Pienon spring. RUSSO, EVELYN A. 23 Temple Street Commercial Birthdoy: July 10 Memory: Dr. Murray Pet Peeve: All boys, except for one Future: Marriage Always in a hurry to get to classes. RYAN. ELLEN V. 257 Medford Street Ellie. Commercial Birthday: April 24 Glee Club 1, 3; Homeroom bonkcr 2 Memory. Running for the 2:00 bus Pet Peeve: Conceited people Future: Airline stewardess Although she looks gentle and shy— there's a twinkle in her eye. Fifty-four SAMPALUCI A, VERONICA J. 9 Tufts Street Ronnie. Commerciol Birthday: July 27 Memory: Dr. Murray's room 24 Pet Peeve: Boys who con't roller skate Future: Morrioge I’m not on orvgcl. SANTOMANGO, MARIE J. 18 Fremont Street Commerciol Birthdoy: November 10 Memory: The big six Future: Secretory Don't look for trouble; let it find you. SANTOSUOSSO, ANTHONY J. 11 Ossipee Rood Commercial Birthdoy: Jonuory 27 Memory: Mr. Thornton's room 27 Pet Peeve: Bold teachers Future: Morrioge The joker who olwoys soys the wrong thing. SARKISIAN. CAROL A. 925 Broodwoy Commerciol Birthdoy: December 16 Players' Club 2; Art Club 3; Glee Club 3; Entertoinment Group 3 Memory: Mr. Jones' homeroom Pet Peeve: Impolite boys Future: Fashion designer A smile on her focc ond o song in her heart. SCARFO, ROSE M. 248 Broadway Commerciol Birthdoy: April 6 Memory: Walking up the hill on cold winter days. Pet Peeve: School Future: Mrs. Jerry Jenkins A quiet girl, nice to know; gee, we hofe to see her go! SCIARAFFA, ADELINE R. 15 Richordson Street Commerciol Birthdoy: November 11 Homeroom treasurer Memory: Room 30 Pet Peeve: Skinny boys Future: Marriage A smiling disposition will go far. SCOLLEY, PATRICIA G. 11 Bond Street Pot. Commerciol Birthdoy: August 1 Banking 1, 2 Memory: Homeroom 29, junior year Future: Swimming instructor A shy but hoppy loss. SCUTELLARO. MARILYN R. 353 Lowell Street Commerciol Birthdoy: October 15 Memory: 1956 Pet Peeve: Conceited peop!c Future: Office work To err is human; to forgive is divine. SENNOT, JOHN J. 2 Clyde Street Genero I Birthdoy: April 28 Pet Peeve: Girls who nog boys oil the time. Oh, how I enjoy life! SHARPE, GEORGE D. 109 Beocon Street Commercial Birthdoy: Moy 2 Memory: The fires Pet Peeve: Stuck-up people Future: Fork-lift operotor My friends ore poor but honest. SHEPHERD, CHARLOTTE M. 272 Summer Street College Birthdoy: June 25 Mojorette 1, 2, Lcoder 3; Junior Night Committee; Senior Night Committee; Tolent Night 1, 3, Honor Guard I; Rodiotcr reporter 3, GAA 1, 2 Pet Peeve: Being called Eloinc She Icods the bond, the mighty bond, the pride of SHS. SHERBURNE, BARBARA R. 420 Medford Street General Birthdoy: December 21 Library I, 3; GAA I, 2, 3; Swim- ming letter Memory: First opero, Lo Troviota Pet Peeve: Nosey attitudes Future: Pre-nursing All that we see or seem to see is o drcom within o dr com. Fifty-five SHTOGREEN. GABRIELLE A. 11 Greenwood Tcrrocc Goy. College Birthday: December 8 Memory: April 20, 1956 Pet Peeve: Shopping for size 7 Future: College My memory is the thing I forget with. SIEBERT, ROSEMARY A. 41 Burnhom Street College Birthday: February 9 Glee Club 1; Bonking 1, 3; Bank treasurer 3 Memory: Sophomore year Pet Peeve: Shy boys Future: College Friendship is the greatest thing in the world. SILVA. DOROTHY E. 15a Beacon Street College Birthday: April 21 Radiator reporter 2; Rodiotor staff 3; Glee Club 3; Homeroom treas- urer 3; Graduating with honor Memory: 4th year Latin closs Pet Peeve: Conceited boys Future: Junior college Strangers ore friends you hoven't met. SILVEIRA, EDWARD F. 451 Somerville Avenue College Birthdoy: October 19 Players' Club 1, 3; Band 1; Webster 3; Good Government 3 Memory: Mr. Jones's History ond Mr. Mooney's Latin classes Pet Peeve: Cicero Ignorance knocked at the door; wisdom answered; no one was there. SIMAS, ELAINE M. 4 Beckwith Circle Commercial Birthday: November 27 Glee Club 1; Ployers' Club 2 Pet Peeve: Colors that closh Future: Secretory Speak little but speak the truth. SIMPSON, ROBERT C. 31 Montrose Street Bob. Commercial 8irthdoy: June 3 Glee Club I. 2 Memory: Waltham football gome '57 Pet Peeve: Homework Future: Air Force Memories are on important port of life. SMEDBERG, JOYCE S. 45 Greenville Street College Birthdoy: August 2 Glee Club I; GAA I, Entertainment group 2, 3; Choir 3; Notional Honor; Graduating with honor Memory: Somerville vs. Medford boskotboll games Future: Nurse Simple and pure—oil virtue— no olloy. SMITH, KENNETH W. 9 Mystic Street College Birthday: May 25 Memory: Senior ycor Pet Peeve: Getting up before ten Future: Service Nothing succeeds like success. SMITH, ROBERT 44 Ivoloo Street College Birthday: October 15 Study is the key to progress. SMITHERS, MICHAEL F. 41 Ware Street College Footboll 1, 2 Memory: Specials Pet Peeve: Sixth periods Future: College Enjoy yourself. It's later than you think. SPARTOS, ETHEL 6 Summer Street College Birthday: January 21 Portio I, 2. President 3; Players' Club 1, 2, Secretory 3; Good Gov- ernment Group 2, 3; Good Gov- ernment Committee 3; Teens' Citizen Association 2, 3; Room treasurer 1, 3; National Honor Memory: Portia Reason ond judgment are the qual ities of a leader. SPIGNESE, FRANK 26 Washington Tcrroce College Birthday: November 19 Baseball, I, 2, Letter 3 Memory: Getting out at 12 Pet Peeve: Firpos Future: College Batter up! Fifty-six SPINAZOLA, JOANNE F. 73 Gront Street Commcrciol Birthday: October 18 Groduoting with honor Mem ry: Sophomore Italian closs Pet Peeve: White bucks Future: College She is hoppy ond goy oil through the day. SREBNICK, JOAN J. 104 8oilcy Rood Jackie Birthday: November 4 Memory: First summer vocation Pet Peeve: Disheveled girls Future: Accounting Success is judged by hoppiness. STEF ANELLI, ROSE A. 22 Holl Street College Birthdoy: September 14 Honor Guard 1; Bodminton I Memory: Wolthom gome Pet Peeve: Conceited boys Future: 8usmess sch.ol Good things come in small packages. STRASSELL, RUTH A. 49 Horrison Street College Birthdoy: August 5 Bowling I; Notional Honor Graduating with honor Pet Peeve: Conceited people Future: Boston Stole Teachers' College What we anticipate seldom occurs; what we least expect generally happens. STYMEIST, SANDRA L. 5 Berkeley Street College Birthday: August 24 Honor Guard I; Bowling I; Room treasurer 3 Memory: Senior ycor Pet Peeve: Being called Elvis Future: Business school My friends hove come to me un- sought. SULLIVAN, CARYL M. 37 Linden Avenue College Birthdoy: July 20 P.rtia I, 2, Secretary 3; GAA I, 2, 3; Homeroom treasurer 1, 3; Li- brary assistant 3, Honor Guard 1 ; Letter in GAA; National Hon r Graduating with honor Pet Peeve: Narrow-minded people Future: College Sweet, neat, and always discreet. SULLIVAN, JOSEPH D. 29 Clork Street Gcnerol Birthdoy: May 14 Memory: Stoirs Pet Peeve: Middlc-of-thc-rcad drivers Future: School A smile worthwhile all the while. SWANFELDT. ROY T. 75 Gordon Street Swanee. College B.rthday: August 2 Memory: The mad rush of 11:07 Pet Peeve: Turned-up collors Future: College To help others is the high point of satisfaction. SWEENEY, ROBERT A. 31 Linden Avenue Commercial Birthday: June 10 Memory: Art Room Prt Peeve: Homework Future: Electrician Life is but thought. TASSINARI, RUTH L. 252 Summer Street Commercial Birthday: December 12 Players' Club 1 Memory: 10th grade English closs Pet Peeve: People who crock their knuckles Future: Woves Silence is o virtue that no womon possesses. TERRANOVA, ROSE O. 44 Bailey Road General B.rthdoy: October 20 Memory: Mrs. Webber's sewing class Pet Peeve: Bermuda shorts Variety is the spice of life. THEMO, NANCY P. 14 Elston Street College Birthdoy: April 21 Choral procticc 1, 2; Glee Club 1; Bonking ! Memory: The doy of the Lawrence football game Pet Peeve: Waiting Future: College Laugh, ond the world laughs with you; cry ond you cry alone. Fifty-seven THIBEAULT, ANNETTE L. 63 Heoth Street College Birthdoy: October 15 Entcrtoinmcnt Group 1, 2, 3; Glee Club 1, 3; Student Council 1, 2; Radiotor Stoff 1, 2; Closs Day Committee 3; Players' Club 1, 2; Scholarship Ploy 1; Portia 1; Tol- ent Night 3; Notionol Honor Pet Peeve: Prejudice Learn as it you would live forever; live os if you would die tomorrow. THIBEDEAU, PATRICIA A. 39 Morclond Street Pat. Commercial Birthday: March 31 Bank Corps 1, 2; Assistant closs proctor 1 Memory: The Junior Prom Pet Peeve: People who aren't on time Future: To marry a millionaire Be silent and safe; silence never betrays you. THOMPSON, ELEANOR F. 41 Mt. Vernon Street Commercial Birthdoy: January 21 Memory: Basketball games and speciols in 152 Pet Peeve: Boys who arc never on time Future: It's not for me to say Pretty clothes, pretty girl; Ellie will will go for. THURBER, ROBERT L. 23 Rogers Avenue General Birthdoy: February 3 Basketball manager I It's better to do a little, well; thon a great deal, poorly. TIERNEY, PAUL 23 Irving Street General Birthdoy: December 30 Glee Club 1 Memory: Special period Pet Peeve: Noisy people Future: College True worth is in being, not seeming. TOLAND, DOROTHY E. 68 Flint Street Commercial Birthdoy: February 6 Treasurer 1; Assistant proctor I; Glee Club 3 Memcry: Sophomore year Pet Peeve: Typing Future: Office work Be silent and safe; silence never betroys you. TOWLE, ARLENE M. 17 Vinal Avenue Commercial Birthdoy: November 4 GAA I, 3 Memory: Junior year in room 29 Pet Peeve: Junior boys Future: Office work Smile ond the world smiles with you. TRAVASSOS, ELIAS A. 19 Houghton Street Eli. College Birthdoy: December 25 Football I, 2, 3; Bosketboll 2, 3 Memory: December 16, 1955, at bosketboll gome Pet Peeve: Girls with loud voices Future: Morriage Life is like a jigsow puzzle with most of the pieces missing. TROVILLE, ROSEMARY A. 50 Clarendon Avenue Commercial For oil your days prepare. And meet them ever olike: when you arc the onvil bear— when you ore the hammer, strike! TUCCELLI, PAUL 232 Cedar Street College Birthdoy: March 2 Footboll 1, 2, 3; Track 1, 2 Letters: Trock, football Memory: Great football team of 1956 Pet Peeve: Brunettes 5'2” Future: College Action speaks louder thon words. TUCKER, KENNETH R. 16 Gordon Street Commercial Birthdoy: March 20 Memory: 8cing late Pet Peeve: Neckties Future: Navy If silence were golden, he would be rich. TUCKER, MARTIN F. 16 Gordon Street Marty. Commercial Memory: Doctor Murray's English class Pet Peeve: Staying after for being late Future: Navy Mon sholl not live by bread alone. Fifty-eight TYLER, NANCY H. 47 Mcacham Rood Spunky. General Birthdoy: Moy 18 Radiator Staff 1, 2, 3; GAA Secre- tory; Boskctball I, 2; Badminton 1, 2, Captam 3; Swimming 2; Softball I, 2; Bond 1, 2; Players' Club 3; Rodiofor reporter 2 Memory: Senior homeroom Quiet ond gentle you think you see, but in her is hidden TNT. TYNAN, LILLIAN M. 51 Morsholl Street Commercial Birthday. July 7 Memory: Mr. Buckley's homeroom and history class Pet Peeve: Quiet boys Future: Life with Tom A little sweetheart. VACCA, BARBARA M. 18 Perry Street Commercial Birthday: July 27 Memory: Senior Prom '57 Pet Peeve: People who ore quiet Future: Wedding bells Her little tongue is never still; for talk it must, ond talk it will. VANNELLI, RICHARD L. 3 Evergreen Avenue Gcncrol Birthdoy: July 6 Proctor I Memory: Trouble Pet Peeve: Dull nights orvd days Future: Good times Do it today—tomorrow may be too k te. VARNEY, ALFRED T. 28 Vine Street General Birthdoy: Moy 6 Pet Peeve: Romy weekends Future: College Every cloud must hove o silver lining. VARNEY, ROBERT F. 28 Vine Street Bob. Commercial Birthday: August 19 Memory: Dr. Murray's English class Pet Peeve: Sophisticated girls Future: Business school When there's a lody in the cose, oil other things give place. VARTABEDIAN, THOMAS M. 44 Temple Street College Birthdoy: September 30 Trock 3; Student Council treasurer 3; Junior Night Committee; Radi- otor Stoff 3; Good Government 2, 3; Players' Club 3; Webster 3; Radiator reporter 3; Teens' Citi- zens Association 3; Chess Club 1 Memory: Wolthorn-Somerville foot- ball gome A smoll mon can do big things. VAUDO, REGINA M. 13o Linden Street Midge. College Birthday: November 13 Players' Club 1, 2, 3; Portia 2, 3 Radiator reporter 3 Memory: Sophomore year Future: To live happily ever after Memory is the diory we oil carry with us. VENTOLA, ROBERT C. 2 River Rood College 8irthday: November 30 Student patrol 1, 3 Pet Peeve: Toll House cookies Future: Wine, women ond song Better lotc than never. VETRANO, CARMELA J. 110 Wotnut Street Mel. Commercial Birthdoy: Morch 2 Glee Club 3 Memory: Practice teachers of '55- '56 Pet Peeve: Typing Future: Office work A smile goes a long, long woy. VIEIRA, DOLORES M. 30 Derby Street Commercial Birthday: September 11 Entertainment 3; Glee Club 3; GAA I; Bonk Corps 1, 2; Homeroom treasurer 1, 2, 3; Choir 3; Notional Honor Memory: Senior English class in 247 Future: Executive secretory The hinges of friendship never get rusty. VOTO, SALLY A. 62 Liberty Avenue Commercial Birthday: April 30 Graduating with honor; Notional Honor Memory: Junior Prom Pet Peeve: Boys who yown Future: Lcgol secretory Enjoy life—every golden minute of it. Fifty-nine WACKROW, IRENE B. 49 Princeton Street Bunny. Commcrciol Birtndoy: Morch 20 Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Vice- President I, 3; Enfcrtoinment Group I, 2, 3; Choir 1, 2, 3; Groduotion Chorus I, 2, 3 Memory: Music room Pet Peeve: Boys with long hoir Future: Secretory A cheerful little corful. WALLACE, ROBERT L. 15 Mystic Avenue College Birthooy: Morch 25 Football 1, 2; Glee Club 3 Memory: Becoming o senior Pet Peeve: Firpos Future: College Do whot you like, but like what you do. WASTAFERRO, JOSEPHINE M. 89 Grant Street Dodo. College Birthdoy: November 26 Players' Club 1, 2, 3; Portio 2, 3; Good Government Committee 3; Bank Corps 1, 2; Groduofmg with Honor; National Honor Memory: Fourth year Latin closs Pet Peeve: Scoffers Future: College There's no time like the present. WATERS. BARBARA L. College Birthdoy: December 28 GAA. 1; Glee Club 3 Memory: Chemistry in 351 Future: Convent They never sought in vom that sought the Lord aright. WEBBER, JOAN B. 37 Laurel Street Commercial Birthdoy: June I Memory: Senior Prom Pet Peeve: Short lunch time Future: Secretarial school Not so quiet as she seems. WELCH, RICHARD A. 43 Munroe Street College Birthday: October 14 Closs President 2; Chairman Good Government Committee 2, 3; President Student Council 3; Key Club 2, 3; Glee Club 1; National Honor; Graduating with Honor; Boys' State, Moss. Student Gov- ernment Day Life is o challenge. Wcrk is the secret of success. WESLEY, PHILIP D. 3 Colvin Street Commercial Birthday: May 27 Track; Bonk treasurer Memory: 5th period—English Pet Peeve: Homework Future: Novy The future navigator of a novy ship. WHITE, JAMES M. 41 Whitmon Street General Birthday: September 10 Memory: Locked in catacombs with Miss Hickey Pet Peeve: Homework Future: Boston Naval Shipyard Contemplation makes a man wise. WILKINS, JOHN 9 Morrison Avenue General Birthdoy: Jonuory 28 Whenc're o task it set to do, don't id:y sit and view it. Be content to get it done; begin to work and do if! WILLARD, DIANE E. 206 Summer Street College Birthday: August 31 8onk Corps 1, 2; Room treasurer 3 Memory: Senior year, summer of 1957 Pet Peeve: Unsociable people Future: College The reason so many of us seem to be lost in thought is because we're in such strongc territory. WILLEY, JAMES S. 39 Hudson Street General Birthdoy: November 14 Art Club, 1. 2, 3 Memory: After school Pet Peeve: Rock 'n' rollers Future: Art school Opportunities arc seldom lobclcd. WILLIAMS, DONNA L. 16 Boston Avenue Commcrciol Birthday: January 20 Student Council 1; Sophomore Executive Committee I; Players' Club 1, 2, Glee Club I, 2. 3 Bank Corps 1, 2; Librarian 1. 3; Graduating with Honor; National Honor 2, 3 Memory: Senior English in 247 I only ask that fortune send a little more than I con spend. Sixty WILLIAMS, SHARON S. 45 Josephine Avenue Sue. Commere iol Birthday: November 13 Entertainment Group I, 2, 3; Choir 3; Glee Club 1, 2, 3; President Glee Club; Senior Night Com- mittee; GAA I, 3; Bank Corps 1, 2; Notionol Honor The best way to moke your dreams come true is to woke up. WILLIAMSON, WALTER M. 10 Dow Street Wolf. College Birthday: January 22 Memory; The day the school burned Pet Peeve: Spanish in 147 Future: College He who docs not like jozz is truly uncool. WILSON, LOIS A. 12 Sunnyside A-venue Commercial Birthday: November 4 Memory: Sophomore year Good Government Poster award Future: Office work I mcont to do my work todoy . . . but a roinbow held out its shining hand—so whot cculd I do but laugh and go? WILSON, PATRICIA A. 140 Highland Avenue College Birthday: November 5 Student Council 2; Librory assistant 3; GAA I, 2, 3; GAA Executive 8oard 1, 2 Pet Peeve: Horses that don't move Future: Airline hostess An optimist sees on opportunity in every calamity, o pessimist secs a colomity in every opportunity. ZAHAR, JOSEPH L. 18 Bond Street College Birthday: June 7 Memory: Day the school burned Pet Peeve: Physics experiments Future: College When all else is lost the future still remains. ZANGO, VIRGINIA N. 32o Burnside Avenue Ginny, Commercial Birthday: September 26 Glee Club 1, 3; Cheerleader 1; En- tertainment Group 1; Proctor 1; Rodiator reporter 2 Pet Peeve: Not being oblc to talk m the homeroom Future: Professional dancer If you don't succeed in life—you didn't try hard enough. ZAYA, JOHN G. 30 Ten Hills Road Commercial Birthdoy: October 10 Memory: Tech Tourney of '55 Pet Peeve: Wolking to school Future: Business school He who studies hard, enjoys it. ZENGO. EVELYN C. 25o Cherry Street Commercial Birthday: October 7 Glee Club 3; Homeroom treasurer I Memory: The sophomore year Pet Peeve: Conceited boys Future: Secretory It is a friendly heart that has many friends. ZOLGLE, SALVATORE 181 Tremonf Street General Birthdoy: March 27 Glee Club 1. 3 Memory: Graduation Pet Peeve: I like to sleep Future: Service All things come to those who wait. BEAUCHAMP, PATRICIA 40 Newbury Street Patti. Commercial Birthdoy: August 21 You cannot choose your bottlcficfd, the gods do that for you; but you con plant a stondord where a standard never flew. CARVER, JOYCE 24 Marshall Street Commercial Birthdoy: September 18 Time and fide wait for no man. Di PERNA, ROSALIE 8 Fountoin Avenue Rose. Commercial Birthday: Morch 29 Smile ond the world smiles with you. Sixty-one ANNAND, ROBERT 47 Winslow Avenue Bob. Commcrciol Birthday: December 3 Memory: Wolk to the office Pet Peeve: Low Future: Air Force They coll me Mr. Joker. BARASSO, EDWARD 59 Main Street College Birthday: June 15 Future: Service We cannot oil do oil things. BENDEKQEY, ALEXANDER, JR. 90 Governor Winthrop Road College Birthday: Jonuory 20 Memory: Climbing high school hill Pet Peeve: People who don't respect the beouties of nature Future: Conservation officer Live ond let live. BERTRAND. ALBERT L. 48 Belmont Street Al. College Birthdoy: Moy 27 Boskctboll 1, 2, Co-Coptoin 3; Proc- tor 3 Memory: Getting out of school ot 12 o'clock Pet Peeve: People who always osk things a second time Future: College Be a live wire and you won't get stepped on. BRIAND, RICHARD J. 38 Adrian Street College Birthdoy: September 23 Memory: Equotion test in chemistry Pet Peeve: Woiting for people Future: College It's o long time between drinks. (Lcunera BURNS, PAUL S. 266 Bcocon Street Commercial Birthday: June 7 Boskctboll 1, 2, 3 Memory: Tech Tourney Pet Peeve: Boskctboll practice Future: College Without bosketboll life would be o mistake. CABRAL, EDWARDA M. 51 Dimick Street Commercial Birthday: August 23 Memory: Junior Prom Pet Peeve: Ham sondwiches Future: Fisher Junior College Beneath her seeming calm lies fire. COFFEY, JEREMIAH L. 21 Webster Avenue Jerry. Commercial Birthdoy: August 4 Hockey 1, 2, 3 Memory. 232 Miss McCann Pet Peeve: Malden Cotholic Future: College The best is yet to come. COLATOSTI, BEVERLY J. 79 Glenwood Road Commercial Birthdoy: September 2 Memory: Room 231 Pet Peeve: Conceited boys Future: I.B.M. School She tries to live so when she dies even the undertaker will be sorry. CONNER, JAMES D. 59 Wyman Street College Birthday: November 22 Memory: 345 Pet Peeve: Understanding English Future: College A gentleman is a mon who con dis- agree without being disogrec- oblc. CREADON, VINCENT 32 Robinson Street College Birthday: January 10 Memory: Homeroom 245 Pet Peeve: Robert Cronin Future: College All the world is a stage; people arc its characters. DESIMONE, THOMAS R. 84 Avon Street College Birthdoy: December 10 Memory: Mr. Berra's English closs Pet Peeve: Blue knecsocks Future: College or service No rule for success will work if you don't. DILLON, ELEANOR T. 7 Bartlett Street Commercial Birthday. May 12 Memory: Senior English closs Pet Peeve: Homework Future: Nursing I chatter, chatter os I go. DiRUSSO, VINCENT A. 319 Alcwifc Brook Parkway Genero I Birthdoy: November 13 Pet Peeve: Eorthmen Future: Spocemon Dimes ond dollors, dollars and dimes; on empty pocket is the worst of crimes. DOHERTY. JAMES E. 71 Morion Street Gonerol 8irthdoy: August 15 Baseball 1 Pet Peeve: Drive-in movies Future: Working Serious but not delirious. Sixty-two Most Popular Marilyn Ince Donald Nougler Most Likely to Succeed Joyce Kolton Cosmo Camelio Best Dressed Ccrol Mello Bill Hutchinson Typical SHS Pupils Ethel Sportos Robert Costantino Friendliest Peggy Buckley Tony Primo Most Active Beverly Moxwcll Richord Welch Best Looking Ruth Lancaster James McCann Most Studious Jv-yce Koltcn Ernest Hart 8cst Bluffers Jone Antolini Covid Mosher Most Talkative Viv Comerlengo Robert Cronin Most Mischievous Evelyn Ells Ronald Burke Most Sophisticated Carol Sarkisian Paul Mochodo Class Flirts Barbara Lamb Richard Hamilton Class Clowns Noncy Resmini James Gavin Most Radical Louise Price Edward Silveira Best Athletes Jane Antolini Al Bertrand Class Crooner and Songbird Loretta Colonno Paul Mochodo Closs Mon- and Womcn-Hotcr Cecelia McCarthy Al Bendekgey Class Romeo and Juliet Carol Sarkision Dick Burnett Most Angelic Ruth Kotell Jomes McCann Most Gullible Priscilla Corbett Robert Kovagion Closs Thinkers Coryl Sullivon Roy Phillips Did Most for SHS Marjorie Howe Richard Welch cl : 'rauonted Teacher Miss Piercy Course Commercial TV Program Playhouse 90 College University of Moss. Bond SHS Male Vocalist Pat Boone Femole Singer Maguire Sisters Popular Song Let's Fall In Love Newspoper Globe Political Party Republican Sixty-five PUj. I will be o loyol member of the Notionol Honor So- ciety in the Somerville High School; steadfast in my pur- pose to abide by the right, to serve oil just causes, and to seek the truth with my whole heart. I would prize scholarship os a sacred trust, and o noble choracter os my most voluable possession. Beneath the banner of Honor and Progress I would loyolly serve. Yjational _Jrc onor Prayer Fother, we stand before Thee Hear us in this our proyer. Thou ort the Great ond Mighty Help us to do and dare. Keep us from sin ond scorning. No evil thoughts can hover Where Thou dost abide. O God, keep us Thy children Pure in deed and word. All through our life we'll need Thee O Thou our Shepherd We have our weaknesses But if at last we conquer We pray Thou'lt soy, Well done. PlaSS of 1958 — Pir.it P)rai(incj First rew: Marilyn Incc. Jonct O'Halloran, Donna Williams. Mary Lou Poolillo, Morjorie Howo, Joyce Smedbcrg, Theresa Adario. Second row: Beverly Maxwell, Nancy LaPierre, Sharon Williams, Evelyn Ells, Joyce Kalton, Judith Brawley. Third row: Robert Fcdclc, Ernest Hart, Richard Welch, Donald Nauglcr, Cosmo Camclio. Sixty-eight n,u on a ( J'Jonor — Second -2) aivina First row: Coryl Sullivon, Edythc Fishman, Oolorcs Vieira, Ann Di Mille, Solly Voto, Jayne Mckcac, Josephine Wostafcrro, Annette Thibcoult. Second row. Elaine Kaloyanidcs, Rose Ann Zucco, Helen Nicosia, Sandro Amato, Ruth Stressed, Noncy Resmini, Margaret Lowry, Ruth Lancaster. Third row: Noncy Mitrono, Louise Price, Alan Gotson, Ethel Sportos, Robert Costantino. S)tate ‘iJ elecjCites Robert Fedclc, Richard Welch, Cosmo Camclio, Donald Nauglcr Sixty •nins Standing: Albert Bowen, Priscilla Corbett, Richard Welch Seoted: Theresa Adorio, Ethel Spartos This year the student body elected Ethel Spartos, Richard Welch, Priscilla Corbett, Albert Bowen, and Thereso Adorio to represent them os their Good Govern- ment Committee. Priscilla was also chosen to represent SHS ot the Stote House. With health and sofety os their motto, the group performed many services to their school ond community. The committee participated in a discussion concerning health on WBUR radio, on Febru- ary 5. This year our exchongc progrom was with Conton High School. Upon arriving at Canton, our committee found a full-planned schedule. Included in this sched- ule was a trip to the Massachusetts Stote Hospital, a tour with the Conton Historical Society, and, of course, a tour of the Conton High School. When the Conton students come to SHS, they were entertained by o tour of the city, ond on invitation to otfend a mock alder- manic session, performed by the entire Good Government Group. First row: Albert Bowen, Theresa Adano, Nency Swett, Ethel Spartos, Phyllis Buckley, Alberto Powell, Josephine Wostofcrro, Regina Vaudo, Thomos Vartabedian. Second row: Miss Hall, oupella Kclandonidou, Patricia De Cellis, Priscilla Corbett, Richard Welch, Morion Choprolcs, Edythe Fishman, Nancy Mitrano, Beverly Maxwell. Third row: Edward Silveira, Geraldine Di Bono, Sandra Cappucci, Christine Dischino, Rita Sparongcs, Carole Amonn, Elizabeth Graham, Karen Halloby, Dominic Butcro. Seventy Student (Council First row Joonne Polozzolo, Borboro Murroy, Elizobeth 6rohom, Richord Welch, Mr. Hcgorty, Morgoret McQuoid, Nancy Noble, Priscillo Corbett, Karen Kelly. Second row: Morilyn Ince, Beverly Moxwell, James Flaherty; Donicl Brothers, Vincent Piro, Frank Hrubi, John Traniello, Paul Popoluco, Gennoro DiSorcino, Noncy Resmini, Ann Zoya. Student-foculty problems were discussed omong the members, who were led this year by President Richord Welch; Vice-President Betty Graham; Secretory Peggy McQuaid; and Treasurer Thomos Vortabedion. Com- bining student leadership with that of faculty advisors, Mr. Hegarty and Mr. Duront, the Student Council hod onother successful year. The cooperation of the members, who listened to ond discussed every motion fervently, made the council on active organization. At the majority of the meetings, the discussions centered oround the improvement of the school. The meetings were ottended by several faculty members, showing the faculty's growing interest in the problems of the students ond the school. The onnuol convention ot Andover High School on April 12, was attended by fourteen members. Member- ship in the Council hos been enlarged to cover every extro-curricular activity, thus making the Student Coun- cil one of the most important organizations in the school. ARTICLE V Powers and Duties The Council sholl: 1. Act in an advisory capacity with the faculty and the headmaster of the school in matters which con- cern the affairs of the pupils. 2. Act os a medium for the encourogement ond the advancement of school activities and undertakings. 3. Take in initiative in conducting activities for the benefit of the school and pupils. 4. Aim to promote the co-operation on the portof in- dividuals and groups of pupils, with the idea of bettering school spirit and loyalty. 5. Represent the student body on occasions when re- resentotives of other schools are entertained for business or social objects. Seventy-one lAJel ter L£)ebatma Socleli i First row: Anthony Sportos, Constantine Cocos, James Flaherty, Edward Silveira. Second row: Albert Bowen, Paul Mochodo, Nicholas Brown, Alvin Matthews, Virgil Aiello, Jeffrey Gaudet, Thomos Vartabedion, Michael Armstrong. The Webster Debating Society reports happily that it has realized all plons on the agendo for the 1957-1958 school year. The members have demonstrated a lively interest in deboting, and have participated with dis- tinction in several county and state competitions. The debate with Portia, our sister organization, wos a stimu- lating and profitable experience, and a sharp reminder to us that the feminine mind is on eminently rcspcctoble piece of machinery! The representatives from Webster were Thomos Vortobedion and Edword Silveira. The sub- ject was Should Foreign Aid Be Curtailed? Chuck Cocos ond James Flaherty were entered in the Elks' Orotoricol Contest ond Edward Silveira in the Americon Legion's speech competition. They returned with o healthy respect for other schools, and o renewed enthusiasm for more work in Webster. The organization accepted invitations to the arenas of oratory sponsored by Clork ond Suffolk Universities, and thoroughly enjoyed the intellectual, heod-on collisions in the college atmosphere. Thomos Vortobedion and Edward Silveira represented Somerville High School at the Post 19 Decoration Doy ceremonies and were generously rewarded with oratorical medals— one more exomple of the sincere interest shown in Somerville's youth by the fraternal organizations of the city. The Webster year wos brought to a festive close with the May banquet at the Town Lyne House. Seventy-two First row: Jeon DcMito, Theresa Adorio, Ethel Sportos, Caryl Sullivan, Joyce Kalton, Miss Virginio Humber. Second row: Ruth Kotcll, Vivian Camcrlcngo, Monone Howe, Marilyn lr.ee, Ruth Lancaster, Nancy Mitrono, Regina Vaudo, Sandro Kuszmor, Geraldine DiBono. Third row: Nancy Resmini, Margaret McQuaid, Vivion Sontos, Jonet Willis, Jean Capobianco, Joonn Kotcll. Fourth row: Carol Amonn, Miriam Cooper, Nancy LoPierre, Rose Brocci. After hoppily greeting the new yeor ond their new advisor. Miss Humber, the eager members of Portia set about the task of electing their officers. When the bal- lots were counted, Ethel Sportos wos named president; Theresa Adorio, vice-president; Caryl Sullivan, secre- tory; Joyce Kalton, treasurer, ond Jeon De Mito, student council representative. One innovation in the club's procedure this yeor was the issuing of membership cards. This practice was found to be quite successful, ond thus will be continued. After the election of officers, plans were immediately begun for the onnuol scholarship donee which would be nomed Rhapsody in Blue. With disc jockey Arnie Ginsburg presiding, the dance wos both a social ond financial success. Two scholarships were offered from the proceeds of the donee. Another new procedure this yeor wos the buzz groups, consisting of five or six girls who discuss current topics. All the girls enjoyed participating, ond it gove great opportunity for discussing and becoming acquainted with all the affairs of the day. Storting the debating seoson, such topics os Tele- vision is Ruining the Art of Conversation, Capitol Punishment Should Be Abolished, and Socialized Med- icine Should Not Be Established in the United Stotes, were debated by the girls. With early spring came Webster's challenge for a joint debate on the subject Foreign Aid Should Be Cur- toiled. Nancy Resmini and Joyce Kalton, representing Pcrtia, opposed Webster's Thomas Vartobedian and Edword Silveiro. The Annuo! Portia Party was held at the Woodbridge Hotel during the February vacation. The girls ond their gues's donced and enjoyed the refreshments supplied by the Pcrtia girls themselves. On Morch 6 the debating teom, consisting of Ethel Sportos, Noncy Resmini, Nancy LoPierre and Joyce Kolton, presented o debate before the Senior Citizens of Somerville. The Senior Citizens en- joyed the debote ond invited the girls to return. Climaxing this most satisfactory yeor wos the annual Portia Banquet, at which the newly elected officers were introduced. Seventy-three Yearbook typists Borbora Murray, Emmo Cafcrelli, Louise Kingsley, Rita Falco The noisy clock of typewriter, merry laughter, whis- pered gossip, groans, o sigh ... oil these were the fomilior sounds coming from the Editorial Room, 107-B. Yet in spite of the generol confusion ond the never- ending scorch for mislaid copy, our talented staff was gothering news ond literary material for the next issue of the Rodiotor. When Editor Marjorie Howe ond Yeorbook Editor Louise Price were not discussing administrative problems wi'.h Miss McPherson, they were busy setting up dummies for the Rodiotor and yeorbook, or editing copy which would soon be published. Feature Editor Joyce Kolton kept us in correspondence wilh vorious other high schools and regularly exchanged magazines with them. An exchange page, feoturing quips ond quotes from other high school publications, wes edded to the Radiator. Other senior staff members who specialized in writing, end also added much to the merriment ond confusion were: Ruth Kotell, Ruth Lancaster, Thomos Vortobedian, Evelyn Ells ( Miss Roving Reporter ), Judith Helmund, Senior First row: Ethel Sportos, Louella Kelondonidou, Priscilla Cole. Borbora Gernor, Jean Fiskc, Richard Hamilton. Second row Anthony Primo, Caryl Sullivan. Borbora Borghi, Cccilio McCarthy, Charlotte Fafcl, Jennie Copuono, Ethel Ardolino. Third row: Dosola Lotti, Jane Antolmi, Barbara Waters, Judith Helmund. Constance Campbell, Ann Brodlcy, Thomas Vortobedian. Seventy-four Joyce Kolton, Marilyn Incc, Louise Price, Evelyn Ells, Dorothy Silvo, Williom Ellis, Judith Hclmund, Richard Burnett, Marjorie Howe, Noncy Tyler, Thomas Vortobedian, Edythe Fishman, Viv.an Camerlengo, Ruth Kotcll. Dorothy Silvo, Edythe Fishmon, Vivian Comerlengo, ond Noncy Tyler. Our typists, Rito Folco, Emma Coforelli, Beverly Rich ordson, Borboro Murray, ond Louise Kingsley, typed out moteriol for the printer. Our business stoff this yeor wos odvised by Mr. Hugh McCusker, who has been acting os temporory faculty business manager. The stoff is looking forward to soon having an official foculty odvisor for the business stoffs of the Radiator and yeorbook. The yeor wos o continual race against time, os the staff members rushed to meet o deodline on eoch issue of the Radiator. As deodline time would draw near, one could usually hear one of our two editors, Morjorie or or Louise, groon, Oh, no! Here comes Mr. Pickett! Mr. Pickett is the printer of the Radiator and the yeorbook, a very patient, jovial mon, who always smiles and potiently tolerates our complete lack of experience. Students who worked on the yeorbook also became very well acquainted with Mr. Addison, our amiable lino- type operctor of City Press. It wos he who had to set and reset the copy each time we changed our minds. Also working with us of City Press were the six press- men, Mr. Herbert Leary, Mr. William Ford, Mr. Joseph Giovino, Mr. Joseph Vcglionte, ond Bill ond Tom Pickett. In spite of a heavy work schedule, they always found time to answer our meny questions ond help in any woy possible. Besides publishing issues, the staff attended Boston Globe High School Editors' parties ot the Sheraton Plaza Hotel. Editor-in-Chief of the Radiator, Morjorie Howe, received two cash awards for her write-ups of these meetings. In Jonuory she received first prize for her article reporting the meeting at which Miss Suson Stros- burg spoke. Two months loter, in March, she was awarded second prize for reporting the conference at which Dr. J. Allen Hynek, Associotc Director of the Smithsonion Institution ,was guest speaker. During the early part of the yeor, the 1957 School Press project wos sponsored by the local Middlesex Hcolih Association. Louise Price, editor-in-chief of the yeorbook, tied for first ploce. She received o certificate of honor for her essay: Con We Wipe Out Tuberculosis in Somerville? The oword was presented to Louise by Dr. Williom M. Morgan, president of the Notionol Tuberculosis Association. The purpose of this school press project was to acquoint teen-agers with the facts of the diseose, ond to stimulate public interest. All in all, the staff had o busy time this year, re- ceiving cwords, having fun, and more important, getting the experience of editing and publishing a school magozine. Seventy-five First row: Morgaret Lowry, Marilyn McKiel, Marie Gasper, Janet Riberio, Louella Kelandonidou. Back row: Arthur Emcnoou, Rcgmo DiChiappan, Roscmory Sicbcrt, Janice Holmy, Nancy Conway, Vincent Buscanera. The Somerville High School Bonk is the central office of the entire School Sovings System of the city. It is on organization that deals with the many practical problems that orise doily in the conduct of a bank or other business office. Only those students who have a high scholostic stand- ing are admitted to work in the Bank. They are fortu- nate to be port of such on organization. While engaged in the actual practical experience of handling the stu- dents' bonk accounts, they ore taught the use of business machines, as well os the fundamentals of filing and record-keeping. The sense of responsibility is stressed and developed in the Bonk, because each tiny detail of any job that is performed is not just on isoioted job, but is done os a port of the whole process. Student Bank workers learn the importance of follow- ing instructions and they are drilled in realizing the im- portance of being occurotc. After all, figures and work in the Bonk are real and of the end of a day all totals must check. The experience that is offered to the participating students working in the school Bonk will be of tremendous help to them whether they continue in this field of work after graduating or not. Regardless of what profession or other vocation they choose, they will be better equipped becouse of their bank training. Seventy-six e —)e, eruor ord First row: 8rcndo Connor, Vivion Comcrlengo, Judy Boldi, Noto.ie Cullen, Katherine Kacoyan ., Lcuelia Kclondomdou. Second row: Donold Gilberti, Poul Machado, AI Konig, Richord Sulhvcn. Third row: Robert Ernest, David Mosher, Robert Kovigon, Anthony Primo, George Elios. Senior _ Jomeroom Jreaiureri First row: Alice Desorcy, Beatrice Libcrace, Linda Pelton, Caryl Sullivon, Ethel Spartos, Barbara Bennett, Noncy Conway, Borbara Lamb, Loucllo Kclandonidou. Second row: Gail Clark, Judith Helmund, Rosemary Siebert, Mary Daloklis, Dorothy Silvo, Lucille Caizza, Sandro O'Neil. Third row: Jacqueline Bozzi, Manon Chapralcs, Loretta McHugh, Dione Willord, Regina Di Chiappori, Rose Marie Pina, Maryonn Ciompi, Rita Miller. Seventy-seven First row: Morilyn Ince, Williom Ellis, Ann De Costc. Second row: Constonce Campbell, Sandra Dmiterko, Janet Bores, Carol Sarkisian. Somerville High's Art Club, under the direction of Miss Hazel L. Smith, includes mony of the promising art students of the school. Various meetings were held this yeor on Mondoys during speciol period; with work- shop on Tuesdoys and Fridays. A student must be a member of the workshop for one quarter before he is eligible for membership in the Art Club. This year's officers were: President, Morilyn Ince; Vice-President, Sandro Cappucci; Recording Secretory, Noncy LaPierre; Corresponding Secretory, Ann DeCoSto; Treasurer, William Ellis, and Student Council Repre- sentative, Jonet Beres. The first project of the Art Club this yeor was the sale of Christmas cards. The students designed and made these cards by the silk screen process. They were ex- hibited ond sold in the Art Room, to benefit the Art Club Scholarship Fund. January through April were the poster months . Mony in the Art Club entered the Starlet Show Poster Contest, in which William Ellis placed first. Other mem- bers of the club mode volentinc posters which were used in the Children's Hospital. During the latter port of the yeor, the amateur artists worked on the decorotions for the Senior Prom, the theme of which was Catch a Foiling Stor. In April ond Moy they had exhibitions omong themselves of art work done ot home. During the year the club also visited the Museum of Fine Arts to view the famous Niarchos Collection—fine inspiration for would-be artists! The year wos climaxed by an outing and a sketch trip. Seventy-eight iiitanti First row: Thereso Adorio, Noncy Burns, Borboro Gerrior, Borboro Abromovitch, Lucille Ineson, Maureen Driscoll, Beverly Couros. Second row: Bcotricc Libcrocc, Louise Musto, Edythe Fishmon, Potricio Wilson, Ethel Sportos, Caryl Sullivon, Kathleen Rollins, Jeanette Micle. Third row: Pat Estee, Dole Dangoro, Dolores Forsberg, Morion Chaprolcs, Beverly Eskholme, Diana Flores. The librory was able to function smoothly agoin this yeor, under the direction of Mr. George Hickey ond his capable assistants. This year's thirty assistants had the usual jobs of typing and filing catalog cards, preporing new books, doting the cords, typing bibliography lists which con- tain information about books, making out ond delivering overdue notices, and keeping circulation ond attendance records. Since many of our books were destroyed in the '56 fire, the librory assistants also had the task of reorgani- zing the library according to the Dewey Decimol System. Full cooperation from all makes the work efficient ond pleosant. The librory assistants also give much help to students and teachers, enabling them to do their speciol assignments ond research work easier and speedier. Seventy-nine First row: Donold Nouglcr, Sosmo Comclio, Robert Constontino, Williom McKenzie. Second row: Dominic Outers, John Grovirto, Dennis Donohue, Rolph Tisei, Daniel Brothers, Robert Pelham. Third row: Richord Welch, Joseph Greco, Jomcs Flaherty, Alfred Maiella, Jeffrey Gaudet, Joseph Botclho. Service—This is the purpose to which the Somerville High School Key Club is dedicated. The Key Club is sponsored by Kiwonis International which is an organization of local clubs to which business men and professional men belong. There are more than 4000 Kiwonis Clubs in the United States, Aloska, Hawaii, ond Conada. Kiwonis wos founded in Detroit in 1915, os a ser- vice organization. The name Kiwonis is token from on old Indion term which meons We moke ourselves known. The club motto is, We Build. Kiwonis serves the community in many ways. Members of Kiwonis sponsor boys' and girls' activities, give voca- tional guidance, ond take port in community drives, such os safety campaigns and fund-roising campaigns. Kiwonis also takes part in public affairs, and works toward the development of better business ond professional stand- ards. Our own Key Club of Somerville High wos officially organized on October 25, 1954. Early in Septem- ber of this year, the members held an election for officers, ond the results were: President, Robert Con- stantino; Vice-President, Williom McKenzie; Secretory, Cosmo Comelio; Treasurer, Donald Naugler. Under the guidance of the clubs faculty advisors, Mr. David Jones ond Mr. Edward Berra, the boys launched once ogain into a year of service. One of the first pro- jects was the assembling and sorting of TB pamphlets for the Middlesex Health Association. This meant that the boys hod to give up mony of their free periods and much of their spare time after school. Club members hove also acted as ushers at the activi- ties of different groups, such as the installation of the members of the Notionol Honor Society. Our boys also attended a recent banquet at Logan Post 19, held for Senator Soltonstall. Eighty First row: Morgoret McQuoid, Ruth Loncostcr, Vivion Comerlcngo, Ethel Sportos, Noncy Mitrono. Second row: Anthony Spartos, Thorrvos Vartobcdion, Diane Forullo, Anita Colicndo, Ruth Kotcll, Nancy Tyler, Jonicc Holmy, Joyce Kolton. Priscilla Cole, Corol Amann, Regina Vaudo, Beverly Moxwcll. Roclot Kromhout, Albert Bowen. Third row: Nancy Osgood, Dorothy Therne, Joann Kotcll, Vivian Sontos, Carolyn Estee, Sandro Dmiterko, Patricia O'Connell. Carol Santosuosso, Miriam Cooper. Alexander Cacos. Tereso Veneroccaro, Rose Brocci, Maria Teves, Rita Riccordi, Noncy Bernard, Concetto Teneglia, Shiela Cronin, Rita Corta, Carole Vorny, Barbara DeWolfe. The troditionol Halloween Hop was held in our gym on October 24, 1957. The disc-jockey was Dave Moyn- ard. Several records and a “jumbo prize of a huge pump- kin were given owoy. The dance was a complete sell-out. Instead of hoving the usuol three-act ploy, Ployers' Club decided to try something different this year. Under the direction of our foculty odvisor, Mrs. McDonnell, the Harriet M. Bell Scholarship Fund sponsored o “Moy Festival This consisted of two one-act plays ond o dance. The ploys were Wilbur Faces Life, a light. First row: Mr. DcAngelis, Carolyn Bargoot, Priscilla Ccle, Jane Moriorty, Mory Andrade. Second row: Kathleen Mclsaac, Concetto Tenoglia, Margaret Mohoney. hoppy comedy and The Heritage of Wimpole Street, a drama. After the plays were over, a donee wos held in the gvm. Our bond wos our own Wendell Jones ond His Vonguords. The officers for this year were: President, Vivian Comerlengo; Vice-President, Ruth Lancaster; Secretary, Ethel Sportos; ond Treasurer, Nancy Mitrono. Eighty-one First row: Irene Wockrcw, Phyllis Ootes, Noncy Mitrono, Shoron Williams, Rosemary Wroy, Mary Paolillo. Second rcw: Virginia Zongo, Janice Rogers, Rita Corte, Priscilla Corbett, Roberta Morns, Dorothy Tolond, Joanno Miceli, Edna O’Brien, Sandra Parkhurst, Julio Cummings, Kathleen Ncofotis.'os, Olive Amber, Rosalie Poino, Donna Williams, Evelyn Zcngo, Morgorct Anastas, Morgoret O'Leary, Loretta McHugh. Third row: Carol Sarkisian, Ellen Ryan, Vivian Santos, Noncy Conway, Ruth Lancaster, Loretta Colonno, Beverly Maxwell, Ruth Kotcll, Morion Moreno, Rose Spigncsc, 8orbora Waters, Jonice Holmy, Jonet Bcres. Fourth row: Joan MacMillcn, Maureen Brodley, Karen Kelly, Sandro Kuszmor, Violet Boncroft, Sandra Dmiterko, Elaine Kaloyanidcs. Dorothy Silva, Joyce Smedberg, Dorothy Thorne, Alice Lees, Isobclle Warnock. Fifth row: Pofricia O'Connell, Joann Kotcll, Marie Morcucci, Mary Ann Amodco, Suzzanne Rcister, Noncy Bond, Annette Thibcoult, Leno Soitfo, Carol Amann, Cynthio Smith, Judith 8rowley, Lillion Reilly. First row: Steven Cimorclli, Eugene Lancaster, Joseph Brody, Robert Wallace, Jeffrey Gaudet, Poul Machado. Ruth Lancaster, Daniel Brothers, Fred Brundoge, Robert Brown. Joseph Gaulticri, Charles O'Rcgon, William Mercer, Thomas DiLiegro. Second row: Stephen Preston, Paul Reilly, Paul McNamoro, John Lima, Anthony Spartos, Fronk Liceto, John Martin, John Horte, Robert Reynolds, William Grassia, Cosmo Nardella. Third row: William Quinlan, Alfred DeLuca, John Murphy, William Humes, Vincent Piro, Richard Miccini, Charles Guolticri, Alexander Marciello, George Willworth, Carl D'Avcto, Ronald Kelly, Daniel Forrest, William Czar. Eighty-two First row: Violet Borveroft, Loretto Nordonc, Jean Lucrcziano, Beverly Maxwell. Noncy Mitrano, Marie Marcucci, Priscilla Corbett, Margaret O'Leory, Donna Willioms, Mary Poolillo, Joyce Smedberg, Elomc Koloyomdcs, Irene Wacrow, Jonct Drokc. Second row: Vivian Santos, Janice Holmy, Joann Kotcll, Jonice Angiulo, Joan Gillingham, Karen Kelly, Maureen Bradley, Lillian Reilly, Janice Rogers, Phyllis Oates, Carol Sarkisian, Sandro Dmiterko. Third row: Isabelle Warnock. Eugene Lancaster, Phil Ruggiero, Robert Langonc. Harold Kimball, Joseph Gualtiere, William Mercer. Alfred DeLucos. Daniel Brothers, John Limo, Daniel Forrest, Jeffrey Gaudet, Paul Mochodo. Fourth row: Alice Lees, Ruth Lancaster, Judith Brawley. Ernest Hort, Rosemary VWoy, Annette Thit eoult, Vincent Piro, Richord Muccmi, Patricia O'Connell, Dorothy Thorne, Sharon Williams, Cynthio Smith. This has been a very active year for the members of Somerville High's glee club and entertainment group. These boys and girls hove enjoyed working, singing, and performing together, ond they certoinly deserve much praise for their long hours of reheorsing, both during special period and oftcr school. The groups ore heoded by Miss Beotrice Sweet, Miss Mory McGann, and Mr. Paul Kelly. The Girls' Glee Club elected the following officers: President, Shoron Williams; Vice-Presidents, Irene Wackrow ond Phyllis Oates; Secretaries, Nancy Mitrano ond Rosemary Wroy; Treasurer, Mory Lou Paolillo; Librarians, Donna Williams, Janet Drake, and Dolores Vieira. The Boy's Glee Club officers were: President, Daniel Brothers; Vice-president, Tony Spartos; Secretory, Paul Machado; Treosurer, Joseph Guoltieri The first musical program this year was Tolent Night. presented by the three groups. The entertain- ment group song selections from Oklahoma, ond My Fair Lady. The Boys' Glee Club sang Finlandia, This Is My Country, Your Land ond My Land, ond The Halls of Ivy. The Girls' Glee Club olso pre- sented songs from Snow White. The new lighting system wos used, transforming our stage into a rainbow of colors. Also on the program were severol well-performed vocol solos by Ruth Lancaster, Olive Amber, Annette Thibeault, Loretto Colonna, ond Irene Wockrow. There were two comedy skits done by Vivian Santos ond Tony Sportos, ond Sondro Coppucci ond Alberto Powell. Ernest Hort ployed severol piono solos. On Februory 5, the entire music deportment sponsored a donee in our gym. The disc jockey wos Tom Evans, and every pupil helped to moke the donee a success. During the year the groups entertained potients of ot the Central and Somerville Hospitols. Their fine behovior and talent mode them a credit to our school. On April 15 the Glee Club held its onnuol concert, in which members of the entertoinment group olso per- formed. The concert wos held in our auditorium ond wos thoroughly enjoyed by the audience os well as the porticiponts. The Girls' Glee Club song such selections as Sweethearts, The Song Is You, ond Molegueno. The Boys Glee Club song a series of college songs from Harvard, Columbio, Tufts ond many others. To conclude their oct, they sang our own school song, ossisted by the cheer-leoders ond everyone in the audience joined in. The entire music department might very well feel proud of its accomplishments this year, just os we ot SHS are proud of our tolented fellow-students. Eighty-three Top Joseph Grlffes, R.chord Andruchow. Wcndoll Jones. Herber. Bannister. Joseph Miota. Middle left: Pool Machado, Don.cl Brothers Middle right: Anthony Spartos, Vivian Santos. Bottom: Virginia Zango, Ruth Lancaster, Jean Fiske. Top: Opening number of Glee Club Concert. Middle left: Loretto Colonno ond Paul Mochodo. Middle Right: Mary PaoliMo and Daniel Brothers. Bottom: Carol Sarkision, Irene Wackrow, Olive Amber First row: Lucille Goodridge, Gcrold Mills, Peter Vidito, Anthony Sgobbo, George Forrest, Chorlottc Shepherd, Robert Morondc, Anthony Milonopculos, Corol Horris, James Robinson. Second row: Wendall Jones, Carroll Wood, Donicl Duncon, Joseph Flores, Raymond Chombcrloin, Claude Boogaard, Alexander Morciello, Herbert Bannister, Robert Nighclli, Joseph Morns Third row: Philip Azzolme, John Polostri, Edward McCarthy, James Wright, Robert Doherty, John Lee, Robert Trask, William Andruchow Moiorcttcs at left: Dorothy Fennessey, Elaine Pinto, Sondra Connolly, Nancy McLucos. Mojorettes ot right: 8etty Graham, Jeon Rumson, Barbara Davidson, Bonnie MacGregor. Left to right: Sandra Connolly, Nancy McLucas, Jean Rumson, Dorothy Fennessey, Charlotte Shepherd, Elizabeth Graham Barbara Davidson, Bonnie MacGregor, Elaine Pinto. Eighty-seven First row: Edward Capone. Sebostion Piccolo. Oovid Pignone, Jerry Sullivan, Bob Duarte, Paul McNamcro, James McConn, Ernie Duarte, Cosmo Piccolo, Paul Tuccelli, Eli Trovassos. Second row: Vincent Piro. Robert Murray, Paul Dumas, Fred Nasson, Jim Ccrbett, Ronald D'Onofrio, Poul Reilly, Bill Brady, Bill DelVecchio, Ronold Phelan, John Burgess, Redmond Mahoney, Ray Spinoso. Third row: John Christopher, Lorry Webber, Robert 8arlctto. Philip Perry, Lcuis Toscano, Anthony Spartos, Joseph McCambly, Paul Murray, Robert Laghctto, James Hogan, Paul Strokes, Virgil Aiello. Led by Co-Captoins Poul McNamara and Jim McCann, Somerville's football team roced through a successful season by winning four out of seven games. On Thanksgiving morning at Tufts Oval, Somerville climaxed its season with on upset victory over a high- scoring Waltham eleven 27-19. Eighty-eight Front iow, left to right: Henry Kilty, Geno Di Sorcino, Thomos Brennon, Co-Coptoin Al Bertrond, Co-Coptoin Jerry Sullivon, John Wholan, Paul Burns, Marty Conroy, Eli Travossos. Bock Row: Coach Jim Sullivan, Ed Braga, Ron Beaton, John Mclvy, Vin Piro, Ray Killgrcn, Joseph Barrett, David Cochrono, Coach Perry. The season of '57 and '58 will long be remembered in the annols of basketball history at Somerville High School. The Red ond Blue not only won the Greater Boston Leogue Championship, but also captured the Eostern Massachusetts ond state titles and were runners- up in the New England Basketball Tourney. Somerville finished the regulor season with on overall 18-2 record. Two losses were in favor of Quincy and Cambridge Latin. The championship thus ollowed them to gain perma- nent possesion of the Somerville Lodge of Elks trophy. The trophy is awarded to the Greoter Boston League team to win the chompionship three times. The Red ond Blue won six straight tournament games before Wilbur Cross of New Haven, Connecticut won in the finals for the New Englond Crown. Somerville de- feated Archbishop Williams, Boston College High, Lawrence Control Catholic, and Brockton in the Eostern Massachusetts tourney. In one of the most thrilling gomes of the tourney, Som- erville eliminated defending champions Lawrence Catho- lic 57-56, on Co-Captain Al Bcrtdond's lost-second bosket. In the New Englond tourney they eliminated St. Johns of Worcester, and Westerly, Rhode Island, before being defeoted by Wilbur Cross. Scoring 24 points in the third period, undefeoted Wilbur Cross of New Hoven, Connecticut, snapped Som- erville High's basketball team's record of six straight tournament wins by downing the Red and Blue 68-55 in the finals of the New England Basketball Tournament. Bravely trying for o fourth period comeback, Somer- ville couldn't quite catch a fast Wilbur Cross five and had to concede the New Englond Title to the beys from New Hoven. Somerville had its share of honors, with both Coch- rone and Sullivan being named to the Eastern Mass. All-Stors. Cochrane was also named to the New Eng- land Tourney Team. Congratulations to Co-Ccptains Al Bertrand and Jerry Sullivon, the team, ond to cooch Jim Sullivan and assistant cooch Walter Perry for an excellent record this season. Ninety Firs� row: Noncy Noble, Noncy Foy, Elcoocr Hopkins, Jeon Fiske, Priscilla Corbett, Margaret Buckley, Barboro Gerrior, Priscilla Cole, Barbora Lamb. Second row: Mary Nelson, Margaret O'Leary, Patricio Tildslcy, Jeon Compognone, Barboro Murroy, Jonet Fosciono, Stephanie Colleran, Vivian Santos, Jeanne Copobionco. Third row: Virginio Rimkus, Elaine Ugolini, Carol Poti, Maureen Bradley. Morgoret McQuaid, Gcroldine DiBono, Koren Kelly. Under the direction of Miss Violo Jackson, the cheer- leaders were led this year by co-coptoins Priscilla Corbett and Peggy Buckley. No gome would hove been complete without their loud voices cheering on their fovorite team to onother victory. These bundles of energy put pep and steam into the Somerville cheering ot frosty football gomes and tense bosketboll bottles. At their annual record hop on May 23rd, five cheer- leaders were honored from each of the schools entered in the Greoter Boston League during the basketball seoson. The climox of the donee was the crowning of one of these cheerleaders as the queen. For their splendid job of cheering at the Garden dur- ing the Tech tourney, the girls were proised not only by Gorden officiols, but also by cheerleaders of competi- tive schools. AL BERTRAND «RRY SULLIVAN Ninety-one First row: Mr. Hogcrty, Thomos Vorfobedion, Darnel Brothers, Paul Tuccclli, Rolph Tisei, Joseph Greco, Robert Pelham, James Flaherty, Roger Powers, Sebastian Piccolo. Second row: Michael Armstrong, Robert Brown, Philip Wesley, Virgil Aiello, Stephen Preston, Frank Hrubi, John Christopher, Ronold Pholen, John Burgess. Third row: Salvatore Ferro, Michael Allen, Gory Borlow, Willliom Griffin, Kenneth Atkins, Edword Brogger, Donald Cruz, Richard Miles, Roy Spinosa, John Finitisis, William Reed, Alon Sanford. Murray MacDonald, Eugene Lancaster. When the One Greot Scorer Comes to write against your name. He marks, not whether you won or lost. But how you ployed the game. Our track team, captained this year by Joe Greco, hod o very active season. Much credit is due to Cooch Hegorty for his tireless efforts in bringing out the tolents of the boys. Contributing to the team's efforts were Joe Greco in the 1000 yord and mile, Rolph Tisei in the shot put. Bob Pelhom in the 300, and Bill Cutts in the dash. Among the opponents were Rindge Tech, Newton, Malden, Brookline, and Medford. The season highlight for the team wos the State Championship Meet in the Boston Gorden. Many sophomores ond juniors showed promise of a better teom next year. With spirit, determination, ond the excellent coaching of Mr. Hegorty, we ore bound to have o championship team in the future. The most exciting meet of the season was with Rindge Tech, in which we won our first relay. The tracksters were determined to beat the championship reloy teom and won by a very close margin. Our relay teom con- sisted of Ron Poglucio, John Dykemon, Bob Pelhom and Bill Flynn. April 29—Chelseo at Chelsco Moy 6—Malden ot Malden Moy 10—Belmont Relays Moy 13—Medford ot Medford May 17—G.B.I. Meet ot White Stadium May 20—Revere ot Everett Moy 24—Stote Meet Moy 27—Everett ot Molden Ninety-four First row: John Hickey, Jomes McConn, Robert Kovigon, Richord Lovey, Mortm O'Brien, Robert Pennell, Fronk Spignese, Poul McNomoro, Robert Duortc, Ernest Duorte, John Donohue, cooch. Second row: Robert Gosdigion, Phillip Perry, Joe Coruso, Gerold Hornngton, Themos Brennon, Williom Del Vccchio, Ronald D'Nofrio, Genonoro DiSorcino, Dove Cochrane, Robert Thurber, Bob Palmer. April 21—Quincy ot Somerville April 23—Everett ot Somerville April 25—Somerville ot Lowell Aprli 28—Medford ot Somerville April 30—Somerville ot Chelseo Moy 2—Somerville ot Molden Moy 5—Weymouth ot Somerville Moy 7—Revere ot Somerville Moy 9—Somerville ot Quincy Moy 14—Somerville ot Everett Moy 16—Lowell ot Somerville Moy 21—Somerville ot Medford Moy 22—Chelseo ot Somerville Moy 23—Somerville ot Weymouth Moy 26—Molden at Somerville Moy 28—Somerville ot Revere Ninety-five ? . Jeruor First row: Morion Chaprolcs, Noncy Resmini, Nancy Tyler, Mary Kcllchcr, Evelyn Ells, Noncy Conwoy. Second row: Georgia Indoliroto, Jane Antolini, Beverly Maxwell, Morgoret McQuoid, Sharon Williams, Ann Klein, Mary Lou Poolillo, Barbara Waters. GAA is the ponhellenic of oil girls' sports ot Somer- ville High School. With Noncy Resmini os its 1958 president, it functions every day of the week ond every season of the year. Delegates from eoch individual sport work together to moke up the Executive Board of the GAA Congress. Vivian Santos is the vice-president, while Noncy Tyler and Noncy Conwoy are secretary ond treasurer respec- tively. Karen Jones is the Student Council Representa- tive. Basketball is the mojor winter sport. This seoson, under the direction of Coptoin Jane Antolini ond Man- ager Barbara Murray, the SHS girls ployed Arlington, Cambridge Latin, Woburn ond Winthrop, winning all four games. Miss Daley is both faculty advisor and coach. Swimming, an all-year activity, met every Thursdoy at the V. The coptoin was Evelyn Ells; Manager, Patricio O'Connell; and faculty advisor, Mrs. Hennessey. The grand climox of the seoson wos a water ballet, pre- senting The Swan Lake and several comedy octs. Sophomore Elaine McCoy ployed the lead role of on enchonted princess. Nancy Tyler ond Joanne Palozzolo leod the bad- minton group while Miss Snell guided the girls through a successful singles and doubles tourney. The bowling team met Mondoys ot the Highland Bowl-o-Drome. Nancy Resmini ond Ruth McGoff were captain and monager. Softball wos supervised by Georgia Indelicoto and Shelio Cronin. The gomes were played indoors under the direction of Miss Daley. This yeor there wos o new addition, golf. Rosemory Seibert was captain ond Koren Jones, manager. Miss Doley taught the basic steps of the game. The girls in GAA want to have a letter similar to those given in boys' sports. Up to now, four-inch letters are given to girls with twenty-four points; six- inch letters to those with sixty-five points; and to any- one with a hundred points, a GAA 100-point pin is given. The 1957-58 seoson has been an active and suc- cessful one for the GAA girls—successful in that they hove learned the fundamentals of sports ond good sportsmanship. Ninety-six Cj. 4. (Executive i oarcl First row: Nancy Conway, Pot O'Connell, Evelyn Ells, Jane Antolini, Noncy Tyler, Noncy Resmmi, Borbara Murray. Second row: Georgia Indclicato, Vivian Sontos, Shcilo Cronin, Joanne Palozzolo. Karen Jones. The executive boord, which includes the officers, cap- toins, ond monagers of the respective sports, hos the tosk of keeping the girls on o well-organized schedule. The boord ond physical education teochers cooperate in seeing that the opinion of every girl is heard. The duty of each girl is to see thot her group is well represented ot each meeting. The group sponsors the following sports: swimming. basketball, badminton, bowling, ond spring softball. In- structions in golf were also given this year by Miss Daley. The officers this yeor were: Noncy Resmini, president; Vivian Santos, vice-president; Nancy Tyler, secretory; Noncy Conway, treasurer; Karen Jones, student council representative. Ninety-seven upper left: Busy Bees. Upper r.ght: Just looking! Center: Reed . . . oim . . . fire! Lower let� : Construetion engineers in embryo. Lower right: Come ond get it! Top: Room 254. Center: Room 249. Bottom: Room 151. Top: Room 143. Center: Room 154. Bottom Room 102, Top: Rcom 250. Center: Room 245. Bottom: Room 251. Top: Room 150. Center: Room U9. Bottom. Room 141. Top: Room 252. Center: Room 2 7. Bottom: Room 152. Top: Room 243. Center: Room 244 Bottom: Room 241. Upper left: Smile pretty! Upper right: Holding honds? Left center: Yco, team! Center: Ouch' Right center: Sputniks! Bottom left: Future homemakers. Bottom right: Wow! VOCAL ODE RUTH LANCASTER '5 8 1: gy., 4 j b J)-� Lj— - h=i= T HERE NOW WE STAND 0 NOW WE MUST PART AND , —f - n=r • CLASS- MATES DEAR,WIT CLOSE THIS DOOR , FOR 4= t i ; • J—J MEMORIES OF A WE SHALL GATH-ER ' i i =}= -y—i- J i 1 J i= -f-s ——r— —1 ■, F=t= 4i—J-4-l 5 -V - • w 9 ™ BY- GONE HERE NO YEAR MORE- MEM-RIES THAT FADE AS MAY WE 60 FORWARD mm m YEARS GO BY AND STRONG AND TRUE TO t-H- (| fy i ) VAN - ISH WITH NE'ER A CHEER FOR THE RED AND ' 1 i SIGH . BLUE. BUT BUT 1 MAY THE WIS-DOM KNOW LEDGE AND LET US PAUSE AND MOW BID A m i I U I i ? -, | 1 1 ■ j 'Y J- J- J. 11 J = = = = — truth we've won pro- long suc-cess 'till LIFE IS DONE, THAT FONO FARE-Nj u-, A REV-RENT PRIOE OUR VU f I = t f J 80S- OMS SWELL, FOR 1 T_ jEE Ir b f ..= i r 1 a t J J - i- J1 J u JE) J I I YEARS OF FAME MAY THESE VIRTUES FOR-E'ER PRO- CLAIM DO A-WAIT ALl THE CLASS MATESOF FIF-TY EIGHT J j j i i • j. i i - I 1. Nancy Tyler 2. Ruth Cochrane 3. Gail Ficro 4. Annette Thibcoult 5. Carol Amann 6. 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