Suffield High School - Sagitta / Kaleidoscope Yearbook (Suffield, CT)

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CLASS HISTORY Looking back over our high school years, we realize how many memories we have to cherish. Eagerly we started our high school life as freshmen, taking part in the various activ¬ ities available to us. Many were initiated into the Latin Club. Sports were particularly popular among our group. For the first time in the history of Suffield High School, we had three freshman girls selected to be on the cheering squad for the following year. In the fall we sponsored a record hop with Gordie Baker from WSPR as master of ceremonies. Robert Clark and Lynne Taylor were representatives to the Junior Red Cross Training Center which was to be held in August of 1955, but because of the disastrous flood was cancelled. Bob was also selected to attend Laurel Music Camp. When we returned as sophomores in the fall, we ordered our class rings. It was an excit¬ ing day for all of us when we received them in December. To make some money for the class, we decided to sell beanies and hockey caps. As everyone was thinking of the winter weather, the hockey caps outsold the beanies. A group called the Caroliers, under the direction of Mrs. Tanguay, was started, and a community carol sing was held in the front of Suffield Academy. Many members of our class participated in these activities. Ruth Washburn and Mary Anne Rucienski were selected to attend Laurel Music Camp during the summer. After the summer vacation we found ourselves amidst school activities as juniors. We were sorry to have Mr. McAlister leave, but we welcomed our new superintendent, Dr. William Farris. October was a busy month for us. Our first project was selling Christmas cards. Then came the trip to the U.N. and the trip to Sturbridge Village the following week. Both proved to be very interesting and worthwhile. Soon afterwards the Junior Dramatic Club put on a play in assembly called “Wildcat Willie Carves the Turkey.” During the Thanksgiving season we sjxjnsored a dance, “Harvest Festival.” Mr. Tanguay was master of ceremonies. .A comedy skit in which some of the faculty members participated added to the enjoyment of the evening. After Christmas, we started planning for our Junior Prom, “Stairway to the Stars.” Ken¬ neth Jacobus was elected general chairman. With the cooperation of all the committees, the Prom was a big success and everyone had a wonderful time. The highlight of the evening was the crowning of the queen—Ruth Washburn, and her attendants—Pat Kennedy, Joan Sutkaitis, Genevieve Markowski, and Marjorie Jackson. A buffet dinner was held after the dance. The Manhattans provided the music. Lynne Taylor, Marilyn Conley, Bill Cannon, and Robert Clark were chosen for Laurel Girls State and Nutmeg Boys’ State. Terry Young was selected to ser ' e as Governor’s Hostess at the Eastern States Exposition in the fall. The last day of school was the day which we had been looking forward to for a long time. Mr. Brown announced the Senior Patrol members at the assembly. It was also announced that Lynne Taylor and Robert Clark had been chosen for the National Honor Society. The closing of the assembly meant we were no longer juniors but seniors. Well, our senior year had finally come with all its worries and pleasures. We were fortunate to be in one room to make it easier to hold class meetings. They were under the direction of William Cannon who was elected president for the fourth year in succession. The first assembly gave us an opportunity to march in while the student body honored us by standing. The Student Council sponsored the first assembly with its president Bill Cannon welcoming the student body. This last year brought many changes to our school. With longer periods, five required subjects, a new junior high building, and redecoration of the old build¬ ing, one could not help being proud to be part of the student body of Suffield High School. Although the Russian Satellite “Sputnik” was going around the world, classes still kept on as usual. The Sagitta staff started working immediately under the direction of Lynne Taylor—Editor, and our class advisors—Mr. and Mrs. Morse. The Problems of Democracy Class conducted the first Community Chest drive which prov ' ed to be ' a success. Mar ’ .Anne Rucienski and Robert Clark were chosen to play in the All-State Band at the Bushnell Memorial in Hartford. Tlie magazine drive was very successful. Our class beat all previous records in magazine sales for the school. Maiy .Anne Rucienski was top salesman with Phil Kita second, and Elaine Sp aulding third. Eleanor Rose won the mov ' ie camera. The National Honor Society is always an important event for the seniors. Our class had ten memben inducted, now making a total of twelve members. Lynne Taylor represented Suffield in the district “I Speak for Democracy” contest. Having won this, she took part in the state competition. Many members of our class participated in the V ariety Show. Our class also put on a play called “The Great Joanne.” Our Washington trip, class banquet, and graduation were great ev ents which brought this happy year to a close. 23

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DOROTHY MARIE THOMAS ' 7 a woman have long hair, it is a glory to her. Sagitta Staff; Latin Club 1,2,3,4, President 4; Reader’s Reflection Feature Editor 3,4; Student Council 3,4, Secretary 3,4; Girls Basketball 1,2,3,4; Junior Red Cross 1; French Club 3,4, President 4; Senior Dramatic Club; Tri-Hi-Y 3,4; Cheerleader 4; Latin Honor Society 1,2,3; Class Secretary 1; Community Chest Drive 4; National Honor Society 4. RUTH CAROLYN WASHBURN Ruthie She smiled and the shadows departed. Class Secretary 2,3; Class Treasurer 1; All State Chorus 2; Laurel Music Camp 2,3; Glee Club Accompanist 1,2,3,4; Band; Majorette 2,3,4; Senior Patrol; Junior Dramatic Club President; Senior Dramatic Club; Parade of Youth Forum 3; Prom Committee 3; Sagitta Staff; Reader’s Reflection Typing Staff 4; National Honor Society 4; Community Chest Drive 4; Caroliers 2,3,4. JOYCE MARIE WTLCOX Joy 1 11 speak in a monstrous little voice. Sagitta Staff; Reader’s Reflection Staff 1,2,3,4; Driver Educa tion 4; Senior Patrol; Junior Dramatic Club; Girls’ Glee Club 1,3,4; Bas¬ ketball 1,2,3,4; Latin Club 1,2,3. THERESA ELIZABETH YOUNG Terry No legacy is so rich as honesty. W’ays and Means Committee 3; Governors Aid 3; Camera Club 2, President 2; Glee Club 1,2,3,4, Secretary 4; Cheerleader 4; Reader’s Reflection Girls Sports Editor 4; Basketball 1,2,3,4; Tri-Hi-Y 3,4, Vice- President 4; Junior Dramatic Club; Senior Dramatic Club; Class Secre- ary 4; Sagitta Staff; Senior Patrol; Driver Education 4; Prom Committee 3; National Honor Society 4. 22

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CLASS WILL We the class of 1958, being of sound mind and body, do hereby bequeath our last will and testament. To the administration we leave our sincere thoughts of appreciation. To the faculty we leave our heartfelt gratitude for their capable instructions in everything we so greatly needed. To Mr. and Mrs. Morse we leave a memory of the class of 1958, hoping that they will never forget us. We shall forever cherish the ideals that their able guidance has set for us. Helen Baldyga leaves her tree-climbing ability to Sandra Eigenbrod. Joseph Bednaz leaves, heaving a sigh of relief. Bill Cannon leaves his ace bandage to Tommy Ganley for his trick knee. Bobby Clark leaves still trying to get his Patrol members to their posts on time. Marilyn Conley leaves two dictionaries to be used for their right purpose—not as cushions. Joe Craig leaves his blueprint of the school to Mr. Tallis. Pat DeGray leaves to go roller skating at Riverside. Peggy Elcock leaves to wait for a letter postmarked “Texas.” Joan Ganley leaves “that walk” to anyone who ca n swing it. Margie Jackson leaves her pleasing personality to be distributed among the underclassmen. Kenny Jacobus leaves with half the class treasury in his p)Ocket. Pat Kennedy leaves with growing lotion on her fingernails so that they will be longer than Grace Skiba ' s. Beatrice Kemp leaves still writing invitations to all her relatives. Phil Kita leaves with his car in one piece. Allen LaGrange leaves in a hurry. June Lemini leaves her quiet manner to Marianne March. Priscilla Lord leaves the Clinic. Pat March leaves still getting excited. Genevieve Markowski leaves trying to make up her mind. Lincoln McBride leaves his towering height to Dickie Miller. Morty Merrell leaves Miss Biggerstaff without a headache. Tommy Mikuszewski leaves his robust appearance to Billy Sheridan. Jean Morgan leaves one overworked IBM machine. Larry Nichols leaves his collection of science fiction books to Virgil Lloyd. Deanna Norrie leaves her trips to Westover Air Force Base to Cynthia Phelps. Maurice O’Connor leaves his Community Chest solo to anyone who digs the beat. Alfred Orr leaves his passengers to school to Bobby Jones. Joan Paczosa leaves still trying to figure out her shorthand notes. Phelon leaves Mr. Lester without a free secretary. Ralph Binder leaves his library aide pin to any worthy librarian. Larry Potter leaves his mumblings to anyone who can translate them. Dick Ramsdell leaves for Texas. Charles Rogalla leaves his shyness to Gary Sweatland. Artie Romano leaves his antics to the Indians. Eleanor Rose leaves her “Chevy” to “Chucky” Lincoln so that he won’t have to walk home from school. Mary Anne Rucienski leaves her late study habits to anyone who can keep awake that long. Harry Scott leaves his love for peanut butter to Miss Klim. Elaine Spaulding leaves her ability to dribble a basketball to David Craig. Joan Sutkaitis leaves her pantaloons to any junior girl who gets a Senior Patrol post at the top of the stairs. Lynnef Taylor leaves her “cowboy walk” to the horse in the gym. Dotty Thomas leaves her place on the absentee list to Dotty Greski. Ruth Washburn leaves for a “career” in the Army. Joyce Wilcox leaves her active imagination to Mr. Morse. Terry Young leaves her Chinese nickname “Chung” to any deserving Chinaman. Gordon Lang leaves the lab in one piece. All the above is final. All personnel is included to the best of our ability. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, We have hereunto affixed our hand to this our last will and testament at Suffield High School, Suffield, Connecticut this thirteenth day of June, A.D. 1958. SIGNED, SEALED, .AND DELIVERED The class of 1958 24