Somerville High School - Radiator Yearbook (Somerville, MA)

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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

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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

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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