Thomaston High School - Owl Yearbook (Thomaston, CT)

Text from Pages 1 - 74 of the 1947 volume:

EDITORIAL The future belongs to those who prepare for it. How appropriate for the motto of the Class of 1947! Ever since the world began, people have looked forward to the future v ith the hope of better times to come. Today everyone in the world is looking towards tomorrow hoping for lower prices, better products, and more of everything. A few years ago the cry was to the post-war period; today the cry is to normal times. Is It any wonder that the future plays such an important part In the life of high school students? They look with eyes full of hope to the day when they will take their places in the busy world. To them their life in school is to a considerable degree a race against time. Every year in September the calendar, containing the dates of all important events of the coming year is published. This year the OWL has used this calendar as its theme so that more than ever before the OWL is the true history of the school year, 1946-1947. 2 me September 7 $ jfl T w r S b« se O u. —1 U_ UU; I 8 2 3 3 to f It 5 12 6 13 I i s i; 16 U IB 13 20 21 JT | B |ots| 22 23 2i 23 26 21 28 23 30 ♦ • ♦ ♦ ♦ Sept. 4 REGISTRATION DAY 323 register at the Thomaston High School. An ass- embly, where all were given a brief preview of life in T.H.S., wag held at 9:00. The daily schedule was run through and the school dismissed. Sept. 5 NEW FACULTY MEMBERS ARE INTRODUCED TO STUDENTS Miss Rosemary Lyons, a T.H.S. graduate of 1941, and Regis College, '45, is substituting for Mrs. Fagerquist in the Physical Education Department until a permanent teacher can be obtained. In the Industrial Arts department, we find Mr. William Tierney and Mr. Harry Arnini, instructors in drafting, woodworking, art metal work, lathe, and related subjects. Mr. Tierney is a graduate of New Britain High and Teachers College. Mr. Arnini also graduated from New Britain Teachers College and from Alfred University in New York. Sept. 19 ALL GIRL ASSEMBLY At a girls' assembly. Miss Mary Stuyvesant, tepre-sentative of the Ponds Cc.,spoke on good grooming. She also showed a motion picture which further explained the subject. 1946 3. Sept. Sept. Sept. Sept. Sept. Sept Sept 26 SENIORS ELECT OFFICERS The Senior class reports election of the following President—Harry Innes; Vice-President—Richard Johnson; Secretary—Kathleen Kiefer; Treasurer Shirley Sanderson. Representatives to the Student Council are Judy .Hutchinson and Mortimer Madden. 26 JUNIOR CLASS ELECTION HELD The Junior class officers are: President--Robert Felladore, Vice-President--Richard Pecco, Secretary- -Margaret Kowalski, Treasurer--Eva Potpolak. Sudent Council representatives are Jean Roberts, and Richard Dimaria. 26 SOPHOMORES RE-ELECT HAMILTON The class of 1949 re-elected William Hamilton as President with a new slate of assistant officers including: Vice-President--Dolores Franzoso,Secre-tory--Betty 'Wilson, Treasurer--John Walsh; Lois Hearn and Thomas Lyons are the representatives to the Student Council. 26 FRESHMEN HOLD FIRST ELECTIONS In their first high school election, the class of 1950 chose as their leaders: President—Ted Johnson, VIce-President--Oorothy Laser, Secretary----- Lois Wright, Treasurer--VIrginia Cnregnato. James Richmond is the Student Council representative. 26 7th 8th GRADES CHOSE COMMITTEES Since the 7th and 8th grades do not elect officers they each choose a class committee to work with their faculty advisor in managing the affairs of the class. The eighth grade selected: John Kiely Constance Swardlick, Lois Knox, Alfred Krasnowski. The following will serve the seventh grade: Royal Bullock, Robert Foster, Arthur Johnson, Carol Truelove, Carol Wright. Their Student Council representatives are Lena Famigletti—8th,and Vin cent Laurentano—7th. 27 FIRST SOCCER GAME The first game of the 1946 season played at Litchfield was a 4-0 victory for Thomaston, an excellent beginning for Coach Farerauist and his team. 30 STUDENT COUNCIL BEGINS ACTIVITIES The Student Council, under the supervision of Mr. Drumm, held Its first meeting today, at whichthe following officers were elected: Chairman--Richard Dimaria, Vice-Chairnan--Judy Hutchinson, Treasurer Jean Roberts, Secretary--Lois Hearn. Representatives to the Athletic Council are Tommy Lyons and Mortimer Madden. 4 A THE FACULTY ■ THE STUDENT COUNCIL 13+6 iV‘tolUT 19+e Oct. 1 Oct. 2 Oct. 3 Oct. 3 Oct. 4 Oct. 9 + m £ t T a e 2 ± 5 r 6 I i $ i 3 10 T 11 12 13 If 15 16 IT IB 13 20 21 2! 23 2f 25 26 n 2$ 23 30 3! ♦ SECOND SOCCER GAME, FIRST DEFEAT Watertown won a 2-0 victory over Thomeston closely fought game played at Watertown. in TRI-Y MEETING Four members were chosen to attend a state conference of the Hi-Y and Tri-Y to be held in New Haven on Oct, 12. They were: President, Marilyn Brown, Recording Secretary, Eva Potpolak, Judy Hutchinson, and Shirley Sanderson. FIRST MEETING OF THE HI-Y The meeting opened with the recitation of the Hi-Y pledge after which the following officers were elected: President, Harry Innes; Vice President, Richard Warner; Secretary, Mortimer Madden; Treasurer, Lachlan Harkness. FIRST TIE GAME OF THE SOCCER SEASON The third game of the soccer season ended with Newington and Thomaston tied at 1-1. Charles Smalli played a brilliant defense game at the Thomaston goal. ATHLETIC COUNCIL PLANS CARD PARTY At the first meeting of the Athletic Counciltenta-tive plans for the cardparty tobe held in November were held. Members of this council are: Mr. Albert Ebner, Mr. Norman Fagerquist, Mins Pauline Dunn, Mortimer Madden, Thomas Lyons, Alice Neddermann, Joyce Wood and David Fuller. JUNIOR HIGH VARSITY VS NEWTOWN A thrilling game between Thomaston resulted In a tie scdre of 5-5. 7. and Newtown Oct. Oct. °ct. Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct Oct Oct 10 TRI-Y HOLDS INITIATIONS New members were initiated into the Tri-Y, following which refreshments were served in Room 8. The old members as well as the new members thoroughly enjoyed themselves. Those initiated were: Marilyn Hurley, Joyce Wood, Nancy Kaefer, Lois Hearn, Jean and Joan Sanderson, Martha Maloney. 11 SECOND HI-Y MEETING October 18 was set as the date for admittance of four new members. Raymond %an and Curtis Kruger were selected to see about obtaining the gym for sports night. 11 THOMASTON VS OLIVER WOLCOTT TECH. Torrington was defeated In their first game of the season by a score of 12-0. High scorers were: Richmond—3 goals and McQuarrie—2 goals. Another victory for the team. 14 JUNIOR HIGH SOCCER In a decisive battle over Forman, the Junior igb Soccer Team raced across the field to triumph with a score of 5-0. 15 OWL STAFF THIRD MEETING A motion was made that Miss Goodwin appoint a committee to speak to Mr. Monson about the class will and prophesy,since he had suggested that they be ommitted. Those on the committee arer Joan O'Neill, Marilyn Brown, Judy Hutchinson and ames Sheldon. 16 TRI-Y PROGRAM COMMITTEE FOR OCT. IS CHOSEN The Tri-Y president Marilyn Brown, announced the program committee. They were: Judy Hutchinson, Joan O’Neill,Jean Roberts and Catherine Careganto. 16 EDUCATIONAL MOVIE SHOWN At an assembly of the entire school an Informational movie about teleprocessing of rubber and the making of tires was shown. 17 HI-LITES HOLD FIRST MEETING At the first meeting of the HI-Lites, Shirley Sanderson was elected President and Eleanor Gxohoski Secretary-Treasurer. The club decided to again put out the school newspaper. The following were chosen into the club: Eleanor Bereza,Lois Mellor, Jane Morton, Frances Kwetkus, Arlene ader, Irene Shypinka, Regina Nowakowski, Mary O'Neil, and Dorothy Petke • 17 JUNIOR VARSITY AGAIN WINS On October 17,the Junior High, Soccer team conquered Litchfield with a score of 6-0. 8 THE ATHLETIC COUNCIL Oct. 19 Oct. 22 Oct. 22 Oct .22 Oct. 23 Oct.23 CSPA CONVENTION AT Y,IL3Y HIGH Members of both the Hi-Lites and the Owl Staff attended the Connecticut ocholastic Press Assn, convention at Yjilby High School in Vmterbury. Ideas for producing the Owl and the Hi-Lites Review were obtained, Riss Goodwin and Hiss Gorman accompanied the group. ASSIC-H2KTS GIVEN TO OV.L STAFI FETESFS Members received their assignments for the -year. During the week Curtis Kruger was appointed Business Manager and Dorothy Golden Secretary. ONLY TERES DIRTY LOCKERS FOUND During second period Jean Roberts and Oudy Hutchinson inspected the lockers which, surprisingly enough, were found to be in excellent order. Since this was tne lirst inspection, the offenders weie not punished. SENIOR VARSITY OVER FORL'AN With a score of 4-0,Thomas ton was again victorious. This game was the fifth in five years that Thomas-ton has triumohed over Forman. JUHxO.t ill OH SOCCER The Junior High Soccer team swept down the fieldto complete victory over Litchfield. The score was 2-0. PLAi.S fO., TRI-Y HAYRImE The Tri-Y made plans for a hayride to be November 2. The committee in charge was Catherine Caregnato and Judy Hutchinson. For refreshments, cider and donuts are to be served. held on Oct. 24 Oct. 25 Oct. 23 Oct. 29 2-1 VICTORY OVER YtATERT.0Y:N In an exciting game wi%h Watertown, our varsity team finally won, with the game ending after two overtime periods. TEACHERS CONVENTION It was a happy holiday for the pupils of theThomas-ton schools as the teachers attended a TeachersCon-vention. Students and teachers always look forward to this first vacation of the term. JUNIOR VARSITY PLAYS AT HEY,TOY.N The Junior Varsity chalked up another victory at Newtown with a score of 3-2. JUNIOR CLASS MEETING A second meeting of the Junior class was held with the purpose of selecting a class ring committee. The following were chosen: Elsie Kipp, mleanor Bereza, David Puller and Edward Tycenski. It was decided to have a dance lor which Dorothy Petke and Curtis Kruger are to make arrangements. 11. Oct. 29 OWL STAFF CANDIDATES INTERVIEWED Although there were 17 applicants '’or membership on the Owl Staff, only 5 were accepted s'n.ce there were only 5 positions to be filled. These elected were: Grade 11—David PullerjGrade 10—Lenny Smith; Grade 9--Patricia MacDermid; and Grade 8--Emily DeFeccol. Stewart Kilpatrick is the seventh grade representative recommended by his teachers. Oct. 30 Oct. 31 Oct. 31 HI-Y TO BE REPRESENTED IN HARTFORD At this meeting of the HI-Y it was decided that Curt Kruger and Mort Madden were to represent them in the youth government in Hartford on Dec.6 and 7. HALLOWEEN DANCE The Student Council with the aid of its sponsor,Mr. Drumm and the help of local merchants,held a dance Wes Billings orchestra was hired for the occasion by the Rotary Club. Soda was sold by the Student Council and a brief parade was led by the Fife and Drum Corps, The students appreciated blithe efforts and hope that it will become an annual affair. JUNIOR HIGH HALLOWEEN PARTY A Junior High Halloween party was held in Room 8 at 7:30. A costume parade which preceded the party was very colorful. At the party various types of games were played. There was a blueberry pie-eating contest wonby Joan Knox and Marion Gangloff. A magician was also on hand with some very clever tricks. Later prizes were awarded to Mary Elizabeth Danaher, Robert Foster, dressed in women’s underwear,--the funniest, and Richard Weckler, the most orginal. Miss Judy Hutchinson awarded the prizes. The party wa!s supervised by Miss Gangloff, Miss Ljungqvist, Miss Ranney and Mr. Fagerquist. 12. THE TKI-Y me No timber m % ♦ f II IS 25 z ♦ 5 M 13 36 w a f ♦ ♦ I 6 7 3 Id It 15 20 21 22 27 23 23 Nov. 5 Nov. 6 OWL STAFF SPECIAL COMMITTEES MEET The initiation committee, photographic staff and refresrment committees were the only people present at this meeting. They discussed how the yearbook was to be put together. OWL STAFF TRADITIONAL RITES OBSERVED Colored place-cards, candles and constitutions of the club adorned the neatly set tables at the annual initiation of the Owl °taff. Faculty members present were Mr. Monson, Miss Gorman, and Miss Goodwin, the Owl's advisor. N ov. 7 Nov. 8 HI-Y MEETING AND INITIATION Preceding the initiation, the Ki-Y receive:. the StudentCouncil's approval to use the gym onSports-night. A committee,consisting of President, Treasurer and Secretary and two representatives, were elected to present a bill to the General Assemble. Then the following were initiatedr Bill Moran, Art Fenn, Bob McQuarrie and David Triggs. THOMASTON WINDS UP SUCCESSFUL SOCCER SEASON In a sweeping victory Thomaston defeated Forman by a score of 5-0. Harkness and Small were high scorers in this last game. 15. Nov. Nov. Nov. Nov. Nov. Nov. e 12 12 hi-lit.es elect officers The entire club was present to elect the following officers. They are: Eusiness Manager—Jane Morten; Exchange Editor—Dorothy Williams; Feature Editor-Eleanor Bereza; and Art Editor—Irene Shypinka. STUDENT COUNCIL MEETING The Hi-Y sent in a bill requesting that they might use the auditorium for Sports night. The permission was granted. Plans were also made for the inspection the following day. OPEN HOUSE About 200 parents attended an open house which was intended to bring a closer relationship between teachers and parents. Work done by Industrial Arts students was exhibited and the Home Economics room was open for inspection. High school seniors showed the parents the exhibits. 15 15 19 HI-Y PRESENTS JILL TO HARTFORD A bill, entitled An Act Concerning the Health Conditions of Commercial Depots in Connecticut , was rewritten and approved by the club. This bill will be considered bythe Hartford Youth Assembly in Dec. 6th and 7th. A.A. CARD PARTY IS HUGE SUCCESS The first annual card party since the beginning of the war netted a handsome sum for the athletic program. In addition to the door prizes donated by local merchants, there were prizes for high score, and drawings on a clock, blanket and fruit basket. There were over 300 people in attendance, while approximately 700 bought tickets. BY-LAWS COMMITTEE APPOINTED Marilyn Brown (chairman), James Sheldon, Eleanor Bereza, and Danny Lyons were appointed to the by law committee. It was decided that it should be seen if pins would be abtainable, and it so,their cost. Part of the dummy was set up. The reporting staff remained after the general meeting. THE OWL STAFF Nov. 20 STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN FORUM Charles Small and Judy Hutchinson were delegates to an open forum held at New Milford High School under the auspices of the Housatonic Valley League. Dorothy Petke and Curt Kruger were the alternates and joined in the discussion from the floor. Mr. Ebner and Mrs. Leavy accompanied them to the forum which was divided into two two hour periods. The subject Judy discussed in the afternoon session was Should the U.S. allow British interests to influence our foreign policy? Charles participated in the discussion of Should the U.S. continue its forceful policy toward Russia? in the evening session. Nov. 20 Nov. 21 HI-LITE REVIEW MAKES THANKSGIVING DEBUT The first issue of the Hi-Lites appeared today with editorials by its editor-in-chief, Shirley Sanderson, and by a guest editor, Joan O'Neill. Articles and poems by the students were featured and a story by Dave Fuller. This issue, with its varied features, was well received. PLANS FOR DANCE COMPLETED The plans for the Hi-Y dance are complete, and the date has been set for December 7. Nov.25 DISCUSSION OF POINT SYSTEM — ■ People having dirty lockers were brought before a the Student Council to explain their laxness. Mr. Monson attended this meeting and discussed the point system which is going to be used in the school. Nov. 27 Nov. 27 FIRST GAME; FIRST DEFEAT The Alumni played a wining game against the girls' first team. The final score was 12-8. Dolores Franzoso led our attack with 5 points. TKOMASTON VS. ALUMNI Thomaston's first traditional basketball game was played November 27, against the Alumni quintet 26-21. Honors of the night went to Eddy Tycenski and Charlie Small who scored seven points each. 18. JUNIOR RED CROSS KNITTING CLUB December Jfl (T W C r $ i 2 1 4 5 6 7 6 9 10 11 12 11 It 15 10 17 1$ 1$ 20 21 n 21 2t 25 26 n 23 29 10 11 ♦ ♦ 4 ♦ Dec . 3 Dec . 4 Dec. 5 Dec • 6 THOMASTON VS. MORRIS The first game of the Northern Housatonic Valley League, of which Thomaston is a member this year, was played December 3, at Morris, with Thomaston comming out victorious 57-22. Honors of the night went to Tommy Lyons, Eddy Tycenski, and Charlie Small,who scored thirteen,twelve,and eleven points respectively. ATTEND TRI-Y CONFERENCE Joyce Wood and Catherine Caregnato volunteered to attend a”Youth and Government Rally in Hartford on December 6th and 7th. At this conference, the students ofthe state who belong to the Tri-Hi-Y clubs assume control of the government for two days. Two representatives will also go from the Hi-Y. GIRLS DEFEAT MORRIS The Morris girl’s team played alosing game against the first girls' team with a score of 19-13. Joan Anderson was high scorer with a total of 8 points. The second game wascancelled because of difficulty in getting transportation for the referee. THOMASTON VS WASHINGTON Onthe nightof December 6, Thomaston trounced Washington 47-16. This game is the second league game we won and we are in first place in the league.Tom Lyons, who scored 14 points,shared honors with Ed Tycenski and Harry Innes, who scored 11 and lo points respectively. 21 Dec. 6 Dec. 9 Dec. 10 Dec. 10 Dec. 13 Dec. 14 ASSEMBLY An assembly was held on Friday December 6. At this assembly both Mr. Monson and Mr. Ebner spoke. Also the newly formed cheerleading sqnad led the school in the singing of the school song, and several old cheers. They also introduced the following new cheer: HEY CHEER Hey.' (cheer leaders) WhatJ (audience) What’s What.’ (cheer leaders) That's what.'(audience) That'3 what they all sayj Ma.' Pa.' Sis, Boom, Bah Thomas ton High School Yeh, Rah, Rah.' STUDENT COUNCIL A motion was made and carried that the Student Council become a member ofthe National Association of Student Councils. Members will receive the national emblem,which is a flame on a square background. GIRLS' TEAM TAKE ON LITCHFIELD The girls' first and second teams played at Litchfield. The first team was victorious with a score of 32-20, while the second team lost to Litchfield with a score of 30-29. Marlon Kwitakowski starred in both games, making 20 points in each game. TFOMASTON VS WATERTOWN Thomaston rolled up their fourth consecutive victory by defeating a stubborn Watertown team,33-32. This traditional game proved to be the best game so far of the season, with Tycenski scoring 10 points Lyons—9 points; Small--6 pointsand Innes 4 points. Good defensive ball was played by Mac uarrie who set up many baskets and got many rebounds. TFOMASTON VS OLIVER WOLCOTT Thomaston won its fifth straight basketball game against Oliver Wolcott of Torrington. The stars were: Tycenski--ll points; Lyons--7; McQuarrie--6 Small--5 and Innes--4. We won by a 38-24 score. The next game will be against our traditional rival, Terryville. JUNIORS HOLD DANCE The first class dance of the season was held .bythe Junior Class. The committee did a splendid 1 ob of planning the dancing program and everything went ofT smoothly. Although this dance was not well attended those who did come spent a very enjoyable evening. Dec. 16 STUDENT COUNCIL ACCEPTS POINT SYSTEM Judy Hutchinson made a report on the point system which she and her committee had worked out. It was announced that a public announcement of the system would be made In March. This system was voted upon and unanimously accepted. 22. A MECHANICAL DRAWING CLASS Dec. 17 Dec. 17 Dec. 19 Dec. 19 Dec. 20 Dec. 20 TH0MAST0N VS. TERKYVILLE Thomaston won its sixth straight game by defeating Terryvllle 43-35, December 17, 1946. This was a hard fight and exciting game. Tycenskl took all honors by scoring 19 points. Lyons came next with 8and then McQuarrie with 7 points. Innes and Small played good defense and got many rebounds. SENIORS SMILE FOR 3IRDIE The seniors had a welcome holiday to go down to theArthur Studios tohave their graduation pictures taken. The day in Waterbury was used for shopping and movies as well as for the business on hand. NO HI-Y MEETING; MEMBERS WORKING FOR GOVERNMENT There was no Ki-Y meeting today; the members are working for the government. Those who don't work have to loaf ; they have made their millions. GIRL'S TEAM BATTLES WASHINGTON The girl's team played Washington here on December 19. Even though the girls were defeated by one point it wqs a very exciting game. Judy Hutchinson was high scorer with 14points and Dolores Franzoso was next with 4 points. The second team evened up the set by winning 20-9. HI-LITES MAKES XMAS APPEARANCE The second issue of the Hi-Llte Review was chuck full ofXmas poems and stories. Another Interesting editorial by its editor-in-chief,Shirley Sanderson, was featured. A page of humor and one of gossip attracted many laughs and exclamations. Also presented wasan accountof the Housatonic ValleyLeague Forum, written by Dorothy Petke. CHRISTMAS ASSEMBLY A play was given by the Junior High School under the supervision ofMiss C-angloff andMiss Ljungquist. The cast included; Brian McCallum,grandfather; Ann Belik, grandmother; Elaine Innes, daughter; Ray Bullock, boy; Carol Wright, colored girl; Alfred Wehrle, colored boy; Robert Oris; Meridlth White; Ann Winslow; Allen Thelin; Edward Kwitkowski;Jenny Retkowski; Barbara Moskaluk; Francis Selleck; 3111 Berg; Larry Ball; Doris Browskl; MaryDanaher;Lois Gilbert; Phyllis Kaefer; Claire Lynch; Mary Walsh; Margaret Gllland; Ed Tycenski, Santa Claus. Mr. Monson spoke on Christman spirit. Mr. Fager-quist presented thecup for selling themost tickets to the annual card party sponsored by the Athletic Association to Ted Johnson, President of the Freshman Class. At the conclusion of the assembly the cast of the play presented gifts to Miss C-angloff and Miss Ljungquist. 24 1947 A A F � ws J an � 3 JUnuaru • m ♦ % w 1 T n f $ % + 5 6 I I 6 Z 3 j T 10 H 12 13 If 15 16 IT 16 13 20 21 22 23 2f 25 26 I i 2? 26 23 30 31 THOMASTON On Jan .3, VS LITCHFIELD following a two weeks ' vacation, Thomaston overpowered Litchfield High by a score of 70—20. Those leading the attack were Ray Luboyeski— 12. points, Tom Lyons—12 points and Ed Tycenski—10. 1947 Jan. 7 Jan. 7 PEP RALLY During a peprally,Mr. Ebner commented on the snowball fights and also about sportsmanship at the games. The cheerleaders then took charge and led the school in the school song and some cheers, including this new oner Come on, team, fight Come on, team, fight Come on, team, come on, team Fight, Fight, fight, fight. With a left, left, left. With a right, right, right. Come on, team, come on, team. Fight, fight, fight. THOMASTON VS REGIONAL Thomaston upset Regional High by a score of 46-20. High scorers of the night were: Ed Tycenski—13, points,Tom Lyons--12 points, and Charlie Small--ll points. 25 Jan. 8 Jan.9 TRI-Y NOMINATING COMMITTEE CHOSEN The nominating committee was chosen which includes Dorothy Golden, Joan O’Neill, and Jean Roberts. The election of ofrlcers will take place at the next meeting. The program committee was appointed. It includes: Marilyn Hurley, Nancy Kaefer, and Rose Lynch. ELLSWORTH VS THOMASTON The girls played a heartbreaking game against Ellsworth which they again lost by one point. The score was 15-16. Judy Hutchinson was high scorer with 6 points. T.H.S. second stringers won 18-15. Jan.11 Jan.13 THOKASTON VS WATERTOWN Thomaston won its 9th consecutive victory by nosing out Watertown, 38-20. McQuarrie scored 14 ooints, Innes 9; Lyons 7; and Small 5. Ed Tycenski was held to only 4 points. MEETING OF SENIOR AND JUNIOR RED CROSS CLUBS A meeting of the Senior and Junior Red Cross Clubs was held in Room '4. Miss Gangloff was advisor. The following officers were elected: President-- Mary Arline ’Walsh; Vice President---Joan Anderson; Treasurer---Lois Gilbert; and Publicitv Agent------ Clare Lynch. Miss Gangloff and Miss Gorman are the club advisors. Jan.15 Jan.15 Jan.16 Jan.17 TRI-Y ELECTS OFTICEPS The following girls were elected to office: President—Jean Jennings; Vice President----Hilda Fair- child; Corresponding Secretary------Nancy Kaefer; Recording Secretary--Lois Mellor; Treasurer---Lois Richards; and Chaplin—Cecil Traver. JUNIOR DRAMATIC CLUB The first regular meeting of the Junior Dramatic Club, under the supervision of Miss Ljungqvlst, was held. Richard Gilland acted as temporary chairman. The results of the votes taken for officers were: President—Elaine Innes; Vice President---Alice Nedderman; Secretary----Pat McGrath; Treasurer---Margeret Gilland; Director of Stage Managements---John Kiely; Master of Properties— Raymond Grohoski. . THOMASTON VS A.S.D. The girls team played against the American School for the Deaf and Dumb over at Hartford. The girls triumphed 17-10. Marion Kwiatkoski was the high scorer of the afternoon with 9 points. The second team won 18-10 THOMASTON VS TEREYVILLE Thomaston won its ssecond game of the Terryville series 33-24. There was a capacity crowd of 1,000 at the game. A section of the floor caved in as a result of this large attendance, so we will be unable to use the gym for the rest of the year. 26. A METALWORKING CLASS Jan. 20 LAST MINUTE REPRIEVE A well-timed Ice storm gave worried students one more chance to prepare for mid-year exams.On Tuesday the exams scheduled for Monday were held In the gym. The portion of the floor that had caved in during a previous game was roped off. By Friday morning all the exams had been completed and the school settled down to its usual routine. Jan.23 JUNIOR DRAMATIC CLUB MEETS The Junior Dramatic Club met in the auditorium where basic rules on breathing and pronounciation were studied under the direction of Miss Ljungquist, Jan.23 THOMASTON VS. FARMINGTON GIRLS The girls team played Farmington in the Grove St. gym. They lost another hard fought game by one point, 18-19. Marion Kwiatkowski was high scorer with 13 points. The Farmington Seconds also won 10-18. Jan. 24 THOMASTON VS. MORRIS We played the first game in the Grove St. Gym in 8 years. Thomaston won by a margin of 40-30. Lyons with 14 points, and Tycenski with 11 points took scoring honors. Jan.27 HONOR LIST ANNOUNCED One Senior, three Sophomores, and four Freshmen made the high honors. In the Junior High School, one eighth grader and eight seventh graders made this list. Jan.27 KNITTING CLUB PLANS INITIATION AND PARTY A meeting of the Knitting Club was held in oom 14 under the supervision of Miss Gangloff. Upon completing plans for the Initiation and a party, af-ghan squares were knitted. Club pins were also discussed. Jan.28 THOMASTON VS. WASHINGTON Thomaston won Its 12th consecutive victory from Washington by a score of 55-27. High scorer was Tom Lyon3--21 points; Innes--7; Tycenski and Small both had 6 points. Jan.29 THOMASTON VS. WASHINGTON GIRLS The girls team played at Washington. They defeated the fast moving team by 39-31. Judy Hutchinson was high scorer with 16 points. The Seconds were defeated, 10-9. Jan.31 THOMASTON VS. LITCHFIELD Thomaston won the third game they have played in the Grove St. gym by a score of 57-23. High scorer of the night was Ed Tycenski with 18 points. 28 A GAME WITH REGIONAL m ftbrmr 4lenTim Greetings 2 3 10 f 11 ie n la 23 gf 25 5 12 IS 26 6 15 20 T It 1 a 15 21 22 2T 23 Feb. 3 JUNIOR KNITTING CLUB A combination meeting and party ofthe KhittihgClub was held in Room 14 under the supervision of Mss Gangloff. New members were initiated and refreshments were served. Feb. 4 THOMASTON vs. LITCHFIELD GIRLS The girls team defeated the Litchfield girls,21-16 at the Grove Street gym. karion Kwiatkoski scored 12 points while Joan Anderson scored 9.Thisgame tied the girls with Washington for first place in the Housatonic Valley League. reb. 5 THOkASTON vs. OLIVER WOLCOTT Thomaston High, with Tycenski leading the scorers with 10 points,trounced Oliver Wolcott 44-24. This was the 14th consecutive win for the Bears. Feb. 6 BI-Y MEETING The Hi-Y meeting opened with the recetation o.f the pledge. This was the first meeting of the 1947 season. It was voted at this meeting that three new members, John Walsh, George Brasch, and Jack Mac-Dermid, were to be admitted tothe club. There was discussion on the basketball game and on the pictures of the World Series. mi f , Offfo 14 i U ___________fZI 31 Feb. 7 Feb. 7 Feb. 11 THOMASTON GIRLS CLINCH NORTHERN TITLE The girls' basketball team played the last game of the league series at Morris.Marion Kwiatkoski and Shirley Sanderson set the scoring pace,which ended 31-21, with 14 and 9 points respectively.The girls will meet Hawley High of Newtown to determine .the championship of the whole Housatonic League on February 20. THOMASTON OUTPOINTS REGIONAL We traveled to Regional to play our last and most exciting game of the regular season. We were behind all the way, but tumely baskets by Tycenski and Lyons, and a foul shot by Luboveski won us the game, 35--32. This is the first time that a Thom-aston team has completed an undefeated season. THOMASTON VS A.S.D. The girls team played A.S.D. on Feb. 11. Our girls won the game by a score of 30--19. Judy Hutchinson was high scorer with a total of 10 points. The second team lost, 5—11. Feb. 12 Feb. 14 Feb. 14 Feb. 18 Feb. 18 TRI-Y SOCIAL The Tri-Y held its monthly social in Room 8 and in the Auditorium.The Thoraaston Hi-Y and the Torring-ton Tri-Y were guests. Mrs. Leavy and Mr. and Mrs Fagerqulst chaperoned the group. Refreshments were served by the committee in charge and games and dancing were enjoyed. GIRLS LOSE HEARTBREAKING GAME ON VALENTINE'S DAY The girls team played Newtown for the championship of the Housatonic Valley League. They lost the game by one point, 17--18. Marion Kwiatkoski was the high scorer with 6 points. T.H.S. AGAIN TOPS MORRIS The Thoraaston bears again beat Morris, 36-26. This was the first win In the Housatonic League playoffs.High scorers were Lyons with 14 points, Innes with 8 and McQuarrie with 6. GIRLS'LAST GAME-ELLSWORTH The girls' team played the last game of t eir season against Ellsworth. The girls won with Shirley Sanderson scoring 9 points. Our second team lost 18--8. SECOND LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP GAME PLAYED Thomaston met Regional for the third time at Washington in the Semi-Finals of the Housatonic League plavs-offs. Thomaston won, 40-31.Individual scoring was evenly spread with Innes scoring 9, Tycenski, Small and Mc iuarrie with 8 aoiece and Lyons with 7 32. BASKETBALL GIRLS' VARSITY Feb. 19 Feb. 19 I-OLE ECONOMICS AWARD An award, given by the American Agriculturists was presented to Alice Puzacke by hiss Crocker for outstanding achievement in Home Economics both in the classroom and home for a period of three years. She was chosen by Kiss Crocker and Mr. Ebner. .•LEV? PROJECTOR USED During the assembly today, the new sound projector was used. A definite difference in the tone qualities of the music and speech was noticed. Thi3 machine is considerably smaller than the other. Two films were shown, one about the U.S. and one about Ireland, both in color. Feb. 21 Feb .27 TERKYVILL2 TRIPS THOMASTON IN LEAGUE FINALS Thomas ton met Terryville for the third time this year, and dropped their only game of the season by the score of 31-29, in two overtime periods. There was considerable arguement over the decision of George Gamen, who was not an official at our game. This ended T'nomaston's season and league competition.Our record was 17wins andone loss .Tycenski was high scorer with 12 points and Lyons made 7 points. BUi.OOL 0.iiaUijO.iCA- -i.Ea D The Thomas ton High School Orchestra, under the direction of Fred Miller,held its first meeting of the year. It was voted to have practice sessions Tuesday and Thursday. The following officers were elected: President--Thomas Lyons; Vice PreSident- Eugene McMahon; Secretary—Joyce wood; and Faculty advisor---r. Ebner. Members are: Thomas Lyons, Eugene McMahon, Joyce Y ood, Jane Morton, Richard Ptachcinski, Robert Kakowski, Scott Duff, Jack MacDermid, Brian KcCullum, David Triggs,Jack Walsh, Francis V herle, Alfred Vvherle, Patricia KcGratr Joyce Moulthrop, Ar.n Belik, and Walter Hoyt. 34. BASKETBALL-- --THE JUNIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL' GIRLS' JUNIOR VARSITY £ M ♦ ♦ ♦ 2 3 i 3 10 II 16 XI 18 %2Ki 25 m ♦ 5 12 19 26 Z ♦ 6 13 20 n ♦ 7 It 21 23 Mar.4 Mar.7 Mar. 11 Mar. 13 BEARS TURN BACK MOODUS IN TOURNAMENT GAME Thomaston played its first game in the CISAC tournament .After being behind for 3-1 2 periods, Thomaston rallied and won 53-34. High scorers were: Tycenski-15, Lyons-12, and Small-12. TFOMASTON WINS QUARTER FINALS Thomaston advanced to the semi-finals of the CISAC tournament by defeating Canton 40-27. Lyons scored 17 points and Tycenski 12. This was an exciting meeting as Canton gave Thomaston more opposition than had been anticipated. HONOR SOCIETY INDUCTION The solemn inductions of the National Honor Society were held this afternoon .Charles Small, President of the group,gave a short address onthe significance of the society. After a selection by the orchestra, Mr. Roland Tyler, of Taft School,spoke• Certificates were presented by Mr.Ebner to the new members: Seniors—Kathleen Kiefer, Jean Jennings, Lachlan Harkness, Richard Tingle, Joan O’Neill and Zenobia Hodkoski;Juniors—Edward Tycenski, Curtis Kruger, Eleanor Bereza,Louise Elty, Norman Werner, Carolyn Wehrle and Catherine Caregnato. THOMASTON VS. OLD SAYBROOK AT NEW BRITAIN The THS basketball team lost its second game of the season, 48-39 to Old Saybrook, which put us out of the C-D Tournament. Tom Lyons scored 12 points; Ed Tycenski llpoints.This defeat made the season’s record, including tournaments, 19 wins and 2 defeats.Each defeat cost Thomaston a chance to win a tournament. The first was losing the Housatonic League Championship to Terryville, the second, the chance to be in the state tournament finals. 37. March 12 March 17 March 17 March 17 March 18 March 18 March 19 March 20 March 20 FASHION SHOW A fashion show, sponsored by the McCall Pattern Co. was presented by the Home Ec classes. All the Tho-maston girls and some parents watched the exhibition of suits, dresses, pedal pushers, pajamas, and an evening gown. Miss Crocker presented the McCall representative. Miss Peggy Pullen, who commented on the dresses as they were modeled. Betty Cables answered Miss Pullen's questions giving the students' views about the new trends. FEW MADE 90 HONOR ROLL There were no students in Grades 12, 10, and 8 who attained a grade of 90 or more in all subjects. However, there were 3 students in Grade 11, 2 in Grade 9, and 11 in Grade 7. Congratulations to £11636 hard workers I CLASS BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT STARTS: SENIORS WIN This year, since the girls are unable to compete, class basket ball games are being played for a cup other than the Bidwell Trophy. The season opened with the Seniors beating the Juniors 28-14. High scorer for the Seniors was Jim Doyle with 15 points high for the Juniors was Bill Michitsch with 5. (10 points towards the cup) GRADE 9 SUBDUES GRADE 8 The 9th Grade won a thriller by overcoming anearly 8th Grade lead. The final score was 14-12. Wehrle, Ball, and Gilland featured for the 9th Graders; Pecco for the losers, (8 points) SOPHOMORES TAKE CLOSE GAME The Juniors lost a close game to the Sophomores, 12-11. High scorers for Sophomores were Brasche and Foster with 4 points each, and for the Juniors, Michitsch with 3. (8 points) SEVENTH GRADE ROUTED BE EIGHTH The 8th Grade swamped the 7th in a free-for-all in which nearly everyone on the 8th Grade team scored Szoka tallied 12 points for the winners, while New- some played a good game for the losers. The final score was 45-7. (14 points) WASHINGTON MOVIE VISUAL EDUCATION AT ITS BEST T.H.S. students should now know much more about our nation's capital. We saw all Washington, old and new,from the White House to Penn Station. Detailed comment on the history and function of each public building gave meaning to the pictured scenes. SENIORS CRUSH SOPHOMORES The Seniors trounced the Sophomores, 38-12. High scorer for Seniors was Jim Doyle, 16 points; for the Sophs, Don Yurtin, 6. (11 points) GRADE 9 AGAIN WINS The 9th Grade won a very close game from the 7th. Wehrle made 8 points for the winners, while Newsome and Foster were outstanding for the 7th grade. The final score was 18-14. (6 points) 2 u •i H 7t I 3i 10 th 12 38. BASKETBALL-----BOYS' VARSITY TOURNAMENT------THOMASTON VS. OLD SAYBROOK Mar. 21 Mar. 22 Mar. 24 Mar. 24 liar. 25 Mar. 26 Mar. 27 Mar. 31 SENIOR0 STILL ROLLING . The Seniors beat the Juniors In an overtime period by a score of 36-30.Top scorers were Doyle—20 and Tingle--8;for the Juniors. Mlchitsch and Fuller got 7. (9 points) ANNUAL ATHLETIC BANQUET The second annual basketball banquet was held in the Home Economics room.A turkey dinner was served Mr. Monson acting as toastmaster called upon several people to speak. At this time, a gift was presented to Mrs. Fagerqulst by the basketball team. Dancing followed. JUNIORS TO HOLD DANCE A Junior class meeting was held to decide if the annual JuniorProm would be held .After cor.sederable debate It was finally decided to hold apreliminary dance In April to raise money for the Prom. A motion was carried that the president and advisors choose committees for this dance. JUNIORS AGAIN BOW; GRADE 8 TOPS GRADE 9 The Juniors lost their second game 26-28 when Bra-sche threw a long shot in the closing seconds.Bra-sche scored 8; while Mlchitsch got 12. (8 points) SOPHS BEAT BY SENIORS; GRADE 8 BEATS GRADE7 The Seniors trounced the Sophomores by a score of 53-13. Doyle made 25 points:Sipkowski-15 for the victors. The 8th grade easily overcame an early 4-1 lead by the 7th grade to go on to victory,52-11 .Pecco tallied 12 points for the vinners,while Szoka,Selleck Nedderman and EwiatkosLI excelled. ■Newsome stood out for the losers. (15 points) GRADE 7 ROUTED BY GRADE 9; SENIORS WIN OVER JUNIORS The-9th grade trounced the 7th 73-7.Gilland scored 27 points while Ball, Krasnowskl played a fine floor game. (19 points) The Juniors lost their third game in an overtime period 23-18. ONeill, Sipkowski, F0nadore ,and San ford were high scorers. JUNIORS DOWN SOFHS: DECISIVE VICTORY FOR GRADE 8 The Juniors won theirlast game bybeating the ophs 21-17. Leading scorers werer Michitsch-11, and Brasche--7. (7 points) The 8th grade easily beat, 37-26, the ninth grade. Pecco and Sanford scored 13 points. (10 poin r) 8TH GRADE CAPTURED TROPHY; SENIORS WIN,LOSE TROPHY The 8th grade won the trophy by defeating the 7th 43-12 in a well played game. The 8th graders nosed out the Seniors by 5 points for the coveted trophy. Pecco and Sanford scored 22 and 19 points for the winners. Seniors beat the Sophs, 35-20, but lose the trophy due to lack of points. 41. April ♦ I 2 3 t I S S 10 II ft ft 16 V 18 21 22 23 2t 25 2$ 23 30 • I9f7 $ 5 12 13 26 April 1 April 2 April 2 April 9 April 9 April 10 TRACK AND BASEBALL GET UNDERLAY About 13 boys including 6 of last year's squad came out for the first track practice. At least 6 meets have been planned. Baseball practice also began with 22 candidates, several v ere of the 1946 team. Prospects look bright for 1947. TE.ACK SCHEDULE ANNOUNCED Mr. Fagerquist revealed the 1947 track schedule. April 25 at Regional; May 2 at Litchfield; May 15 at Litchfield (O.H.V.S.L.); May 24 at Yale (State Meet).Open events at New Milford and Sacred Heart. BOY'S BASKETBALL TEAM FETED 15 Members of the team v ere guests of the Stag A. C. at the White Fence Inn. Speakers were; Hank 0' Dannell, Chick Kelly, and Hugh Greer, head coach at the University of Conn. Movies of the Yale-Ct. and N.Y.U.-Conn. :ames v ere also shown. HOUSATONIC SPRING FORUM At the Housatonic Valley League Spring Forum 7 members from THS took part. The participants: Mortimer Madden, Richard Tingle, Mildred Neddermann, Cecil Traver, Robert Felladore, Lachlan Harkness and Joan O'Neill, who was a platform speaker. BOOSTER CLUB BANQUET The Booster Club,headed by Harry Lynch,gave a banquet at Wiggins Inn for Varsity Jayvees teams, boys and girls. Gold basketball pins v ere presented to the Varsity and silver ones to the Jayvees. TRI-Y HAS SPLASH' PARTY A splash party was held at the Torrington Y.M.C.A. The committee was:Chairman-Rose Lynch, Joan O'Neill and Judy Hutchinson. 43. April 10 Apr. 11 Apr. 15 Apr. 16 Apr. 19 Apr. 25 Apr. 28 Apr. 23 April EIGHTH GRADER PLACES IN ART CONTEST Betty Hirleman won second prize in the poster contest for 7th and 8th Graiers sponsored in this state by the A.A.A. Traffic Safety Council. Her poster will be sent to the national contest to be Judged on May 16. The Thomaston Art Department, supervised by Mrs. Doris Waters, received honors. Congratulations I HOME ECONOMICS STUDENTS SPONSER FASHION SHOW A fashion show with all Home Economics students participating was held on April 11. The students modeled clothes they made during their sewing unit. The girls' parents and girls from Woodbury High were guests at the affair. OWL POLICY REVEALED The Owl goes to press and the policy for the rest of the year is announced. In order that you may have a complete record of the year, spaces have been left for you to write your own version of the various events. REGIONAL FASHION SHOW Winners of the local fashion show, together with the winners from the other schools, held a fashion show at Thomaston High School. Judges: Winners: SPRING FESTIVAL DANCE Dick Pecco and Jean Roberts were co-chairmen for the dance held in the Grove Street Gym tonight. Charlie Greene's orchestra from Litchfield supplied the music. Miss Cooke, Douglas Coy and Mr. Mrs• Ebner were the chaperones. BASEEALL Today Thomaston met its first baseball opponents at Falls Village. Score: Thomaston • Regional______ SPRING VACATION The Spring Vacation began today and this marking period closed. Report cards will not be issued until May 5, however. LATE FLASH—SPECIAL ASSEMBLY HELD The Student Council held a special assembly for the benefit of the Cancer 'und .A silver collection was taken. 'MISCELLANEOUS EVENTSr Write details In the space below. 15 THE JUNIOR DRAMATIC CLUB 1947 i m 7 m d £ ♦ ♦ ♦ 0 I 2 3 t 5 6 7 S 9 ID ii 12 13 n 15 16 17 la 19 20 21 22 23 2+ 25 26 27 26 29 30 ♦ May 2 BASEBALL SCHEDULE ARRANGED Mr. Fagerquist has announced the following dates for the f47 baseball schedule. Fri. May 2 Tues. May 6 Fri. May 9 Tues. May 13 Fri. May 16 Tues. May 20 Fri. May 23 Tues. May 27 Thufs 05 CM • Tues. June 3 Fri. June 6 Morris Scores Thomas ton__Morris Litchfield Score: Thomaston__Litchfield Washington Score: Thomaston___Washington Regional Score: Thomaston_Regional Watertown Score: Thomaston_Watertown Morris Score: Thomaston Morris Litchfield Score: Thomaston___Litchfield Washington Score1 Thomaston___Washington Watertown Score: Thomaston_Watertown Newtown Score: Thomaston_Newtown Bethel Score: Thomaston Bethel May 5 DOUBLE TROUBLE Today school reconvened and report cards were 'W issued. There are only seven more weeks left to this school year. 47 THE SEVENTH GRADE-----M--Z May 9 PROM Interesting couples: Chaperones: My date: Where we went: May 13 May 16 May 23 DRESS REHEARSAL The Grove St. School presented its dress rehearsal of their United Nations Festival this afternoon to the school. A silver colliction was taken to defray expenses. The regular performance will be given tonight. CLASS PARTY - 7th Grade Games: Winners: CLASS PARTY - 8th Grade Games i Winners: May 30 MEMORIAL DAY EXERCISES School dismissed for the Memorial Day exercises. Miss Columbia was: The bugler was: May MISCELLANEOUS EVENTS: 50 FRESHMAN BOYS mi i M I 2 6 9 15 16 22 23 29 10 June 3 W 3 3 5 10 n 12 17 i$ 1$ 2i ♦ 25 ♦ 26 ♦ 1941 P $ 6 7 13 H 20 21 27 28 June 2 STUDENT COUNCIL ASSEMELY HELD A special assembly was held today to award the Student Council activity awards. Presentations were made by Mr. Monson. Those having over 14 points through 22, received bronze awards. Those with 23 through 35 points were awarded silver pin There were three people who were presented the gold award for those with over 35.points. Bronze award: James O'Neil, Eugene McMahon, Lachlan Harkness, Arlene Gillman, Zenobia Hodkoski, Rose Lynch, Ruth Callahan, Jean Jennings, Lois Mellor, Dorothy Williams, Dick Pecco, Curt Kruger .Daniel Lyons, Margaret Kowalski, Jean Roberts, Carolyn Rein, Catherine Caregnato, Lois Hearn, Alphonse Sipkowski, James Doyle, James Sheldon, Alice Oleshko, Eleanor Grohoski, Mildred Neddar-man, Dorothy Ptachcinski, Mary O'Neil, Arlene Fader, Edward Tycenski, George Skerstonas, and Marilyn Hurley. Silver award: Harry Innes, Mortimer Madden, Dick Johnson, Charles Small, Joan O'Neill, Joan Anderson, Richard DIMaria, David Fuller, Irene Shypinr' ka, Carolyn Wehrle, Eleanor Bereza, Eva Potpolak, and William Hamilton. Gold award: Marilyn Brown, Shirley Sanderson, and Judy Hutchinson. 4 June 11 SENIOR EXA15 BEGIN Senior exams began today and will continue through Friday. After this,the Seniors return only for rehearsal for graduation and the actual graduation. June 13 June 16 June 19 CLASS NIGHT COMMITTEES Class Will Co-Chairmen: Joan O’Neill Robert McQuarrie Class Prophesy Chairman: Judy Hutchinson Class Gifts Co-Chairmen: Dorothy Williams A- Dick Warner Advice to Jupiors Chairman: Riohard Johnson Kathleen Kiefer Music Committee Co-Chairmen: Mort Madden Jean Jennings General Program Committee (Printing) Chairman: Alice Olesko EXAMS BEGIN Exams for the rest of the school began today and will continue through Wednesday. They will be held in Room 8 and in the library. GRADUATION Graduation exercises were held tonight. 42 members of the Senior Class received their diplomas. Invocation: Awards: Class Gift: Harry Innes, President American Legion Medals: PTA Scholarship Award: Seth Thomas Memorial: George Warrenburger Memorial: Renselaer Award:. Becker Medal: Orchestra Selections:1 Benediction June 20 June SCHOOL CLOSES School was dismissed after report cards were issued to all the classes. School will reconvene on September 3. MISCELLANEOUS EVENTS 56 SOPHOMORE GIRLS Seniors i OTTO The future eloncs to those who prepare for it. SONG I He Anniversary Song T LOWER Oarnation OOLO.iS ,;aroon and hhite OPT IJIhdJ President.......Harry Inne.s Vice President..Richard Johnson Secretary.......Kathleen Kiefer Treasurer.......Shirley Sanderson CLASS ADVISORS hrs. L.arion R. dailey hr. Enos h. Drumm JOAN LOIS ANDERSON Nickname: Jo Hobby: Photography Ambition: Nursing Expression: Glory] Song: Heartaches VEasketball 2,3,4 CBasketball l,2,Capt.2 Glee Club 1,2 Knitting Club 2,3 Vice-Pres. 4 MINNIE E. COCKAYNE Nickname: Min Hobby: Knicknacks Ambition: Dressmaker Holy Cowl Song: To Each His Own Glee Club 1 Knitting Club 3 MARILYN BROWN Ni ckname: Ma re Ambition: Nursing Song: Heartaches CBasketball 3 Owl Staff 1,2,3,4 Glee Club 1,2 Student Council 2,3 Treasurer 3 Tri-Y 2,3,4; Pres. 4 JAMES EDWARD DOYLE Nickname: Jim Ambition: Athletic Coach Expression: Buohv a Song:Moon Over Brooklyn C Basketball 1,2,3,4 Hi-Y 3,4 Soccer 2,3,4 C Soccer 1 61 RUTH MARY CALLAHAN Nickname: Cal Hobby: Photography Ambition: Secretary Oh, Sugar Plums] Song: Heartaches JV Basketball 4 C Basketball 1,2,3 Glee Club 2 Knitting Club 1,2,3 ARTHUR FRANK FENN Ni ckname: Art Hobby:Outdoor Sports Ambition:Engineer Gold is Where You Find It Song: Red River Valley Hi-Y 4 ARLENE R. GILIMAN Nickname: Frenchy Ambition: Nursing Expr ess ion: Why Sure! Song: Surrender Tri-Y 3,4 Owl Staff 2,3,4 Assistant Editor 4 Glee Club 1,2 LACHLAN M. HARKNESS Nickname: Mac Hobby: Coins Ambition:Businessman Song:Prisoner of Love C Basketball 1,2,3,4 Hi-Y Club 3,4;Treas. 4 Track 3,4 Soccer 2,3,4 C Soccer 1 HERMAN H. GLASS Ambition:Veterinarian Song: Doin' What Comes Naturally C Basketball 4 Honor Society 3,4 School Seal Committee 3 PHYLLIS M. HEINZE Nickname: Phil Hobby: Music; Writing Ambition: To Achieve Happiness Wear a Smile Song: Rhapsody in Blue Glee Club 1 ELEANOR M. GROHOSKI Nickname: Elly Hobby: Reading Ambition: Secretary Holy Cowl Song:Anniversary Song C Basketball 1,2 C Secretary 3 Hi-Lite Club 3,4 ZENOBIA C. HODKOSKI Nickname: Zee Hobby: Dancing Ambition:Math Teacher Bro-therJ Song:Anniversary Song V Basketball 4 Tri-Y 2,3,4 Vice-Pres. Tri-Y 3 Glee Club 1,2 Honor Society 4 62 JULIA J. HUTCHINSON Nickname: Judy” Hobby: Hiding Ambition: College Expression; How'bout that Song:Rumors Are Flying V Basketball 3,4;C 1,2 Tri-Y 2,3,4;Owl Staff 3,4 Glee Club 1,2,3 Dramatic Club 3 Honor Society 3,4 Student Council 4 HARRY H. INNES Nickname: Inch Ambition: To Travel Expression: Knock it off Song:Beginning Of The End V Basketball 1,2,3,4 Class President 4 Hi-Y Club 3,4; Pres. 4 Soccer 1,3,4; C Soccer 2 Honor Society 3,4 JEAN B. JENNINGS Nickname: Bev Hobby: Swimming Ambition: Nursing Expression: Hey. ' Sons': I Don't Know Why C Basketball 3 Tri-Y 2,3,4; Pres.4 Tri-Y Treas. 4 Secretary 2 Glee Club 1 Student Council 2 RICHARD E. JOHNSON Nickname: Swede Hobby: Roller Skating Ambition: Own a new car Song: Heartaches V Basketball 1,2; C 3 Vice Pres. l,3,4;Treas.2 Hi-Y 4; Glee Club 1,2 Soccer 1,4; C 2,3 Student Council 2 Baseball 1 KATHLEEN M. KIEFER Nickname: Kay” Hobby: Reading Ambition: Teacher Song: In the Moon Mist JV Basketball 4; C 3 Honor Society 4 Secretary 4 HELEN B. KV.'ETKUS Nickname: Speedy Hobby: Post Cards Ambition: Nursing Expression: Sugar.' Song: Managua, Nicaragua Glee Club 1 Knitting Club 3,4 63 ROSE E. LYNCH Nickname: Rosie Hobby: Reading;Sports Ambition:Physical Education Teacher Expression: Oh, Geei Song: They'll Never Believe Me V Basketball 4; C 1,2,3 Tri-Y 2,3,4; Owl 3,4 Glee Club 1 LOIS M. MELLOR Nickname: Lo Hobby: Swimming Ambition: Secretary Expression: Oh, DearJ Song: The Things We Did Last Summer Tri-Y 1,2,3,4; Sec. 4 Hi-Lites 4 Glee Club 1,2,3 MORTIMER M. MADDEN Nickname: Cherokee Ambition: Druggist Song:Whose Dream Are You Baseball 1,2,4 V Basketball 1; C 2,3,4 Hi-Y Club 2,3,4 Dramatic Club 3 Owl Staff 3,4 Glee Club 1,2 Soccer 1,2,3,4 WILLIAM J. MORAN Nickname: Bill Hobby: Automobiles Ambition: Business Executive Expression: How to Go Song: Stardust Hi-Y 4 Track 4 Soccer 4 ROBERT G. McQUARRIE Nickname: Mac Hobby: Sports Ambition: Adventure Expression: Wacker Song:Sentimental Reasons Baseball 1,2,3,4 V Basketball 1,2,3,4 Hi-Y 4; Owl Staff 1 Soccer 1,2,3,4 ELEANORE B. NADEAU Nickname: Ellie Hobby: Dancing Ambition: Office Worker Expression: For Cry'n Out Loud! Glee Club 1 Knitting Club 3,4 64 MILDRED R. NEDDEHMANN Nickname: Minnie Hobby: Reading Ambition: Nursing Expression: Honestly. ' Song: Sentimental Reasons V Basketball 3 Tri-Y 3,4 Glee Club 1 JAMES E. O'NEIL. Nickname: Oly Hobby: Planes Ambit ion:Office Worker Expression: Drive Slow Song:Old Lamplighter C Basketball 3 Hi-Y Club 3,4 Track 1, 2 Soccer 1,2,3,4 REGINA A. NOV.AKOWSKI Nickname: Reggie Hobby: Sewing Ambition: Office Worker Expression: Gee Whiz] Song: Stardust C Basketball 1,2,3 Glee Club 1 Hi-Lites 4 MARY M. O'NEIL Nickname: Harp Hobby: Swimming Ambition:Office Worker Song:When Irish Eyes Are Smiling C Basketball 1,2 Tri-Y 3,4;Glee Club 1,2 Hi-Lite Club 4 ALICE OLESHKO Nickname: Al Hobby: Reading Ambition: Secretary o, i Bet::: Song:Lullaby of the Rain JV Basketball 4 C Basketball 1,2,3 Hi-Lite Club 3,4 Club Editor 3 JOAN E. O'NEILL Nickname: Scoop Hobby: Swimming Ambition: Nursing 0 My Goodness! Begin the Beguine C Basketball 2,3 Tri-Y 3,4;Glee C 1,2 Owl Staff 1,2,3,4 Ed Honor Society 4 65 DOROTHY K. PTACHEINSKI Nickname: Dot Hobby: Miniature Dolls Ambition: Secretary Expression: 0 My G03I1! Sons: Stardust V Basketball 4 C Basketball 1,2,3 Glee Club 1,2 Hi-Lites 3,4 GEORGE J. SHELDON Nickname: Squash Hobby: Arrowheads Ambition: Ind.Teacher Song: Heartaches Exnression: Tough Apple Owi Staff 2,3,4 Glee Club 1 C Soccer 1 C Basketball 4 LOIS E.- RICHARDS Nickname: Lo Ambition: Medical Secretary Expression: Gee Whiz Song:Anniversary Song C Basketball 3 Tri-Y 3,4 Tri-Y Treasurer 4 Glee Club 1,2 ALPHONSE F. SIPK077SKI Nickname: Fish Ambition: U.S. Marines Expression: Aw, Nuts I Song: For Sentimental Reasons C Basketball 1,2,3 Track 4 Soccer 4; C 1,2,3 SHIRLEY E. SANDERSON lickname: Sandy Hobby: Designer Ambition:Int.Decorator Luvva Mike I Song: Heartaches V Basketball 2,3,4;C 1 C Pres.2;Sec.l;Treas.4 Tri-Y Club 3,4 Honor Society 3,4 Student Council 1,2 Hi-Lite 3,4;Pres.4 CHARLES H. SMALL Nickname: Chazz Hobby: Reading Ambition: Teacher Ahh ShootJ Song: And So To Bed Baseball ljHi-Y 2,3,4 V Basketball 2,3,4;C1 Honor Society 3,4 Pres. Honor Society 4 Soccer 1,2,3,4; C 2 66 NELDA M. SMITH Nickname: Nel Hobby: Philately Ambition: Teacher Expression: Ye Gads Song: nniversary Song JV Basketball 4 Owl Staff 3,4 Glee Club 1,2,3 BERENICE B. WHITELEY Nickname: Mickey Hobby: Records Ambition: Nursing Expression: Oh, Nuts Song: B ittermilk Sky C Basketball 2 HUGH R. TINGLE Nickname: Dick Ilobby: Skiing Ambition: Advertising Oh,I Wouldn't Go So Far As To Say That Song:Buttermilk Sky C Basketball 4 Hi-Y Club 2; C Soccer 1 Student Council 3 Honor Society 4 DOROTHY E. WILLIAMS Nickname: Dot Ambition: Office Worker Oh, for Pete's Sake Song: For Sentimental Reasons Tri-Y 2,3,4jHi-Lite 3,4 Treasurer 3 Glee Club 1,2 RICHARD P. WARNER Nickname: Dick Hobby: Automatics Ambition: Mechanic Song: Lady of Spain Vice President 2 C Basketball 3 Hi-Y 3,4; Vice Pres.4 Track 4 Soccer 4 C Soccer 2,3 J5? CURTIS L. WILSON Nickname: Curt Hobby: Reading Ambition:U.3.Marines Song: I Don't Know Why C Basketball 2 Football 2,5 67 89 xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX T' w XX xx } W xx xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx ALUMNI Due to the popular demand for more pictures and to the Increased cost of production we have been forced to eliminate all but the class of 1946 from the Alumni section. Next year we plan to resume our former practice of including at least five classes. CLASS OP 1946 Ealdwin, Raymond.............................Seth Thomas Erazee, Gay...................Boston University Delllber, Thurza ............. Mrs. Marlon Pryor Dimaria, Patsy ............... Purdue University Fairchild, John. Fairchild Bros., Dairy • Poultry Ferguson, Marguerite . Mercy Hosp., Fortland, Me. Fox, Barbara . . . . . . . . . S.N.E.Tel.Co. Fuller, Marjorie ................ Fuller’s Store Haddon, Paul ..... .University of Connecticut Hodkoski, Casimer.........................Marines Innes, Thomas....................John Innes Co. Kakowski, Frances....................Seth Thomas Kennedy, James . . . New Britain Teachers College Kipp, Shirley..................Thomaston, Conn. Klaneski, Mary Lou . . . Mrs. Theodore Paczkowskl Knightly, Gloria ............St. Mary's Hospital Kwiatkoski, Joe. ... Thomaston Special Tool Co. Luboyeski, Florence. . University of Connecticut Monahan, Elizabeth . . University of Connecticut Ozerhoski, Marianne Providence Hosp.Holyoke,Mass. Potter, David.................. .Potter's Hardware Pratt, Edwin . . . .Hillyer Jr. College, Hartford Roberts, Mary..............................Purdue University Robinson, Walter ................. Post Jr. College Rogozinski, Harold ................. Seth Thomas Rudberg, Evelyn..............New Departure Office Ruggie, Dorothy. . . . Traphagen School, New York Sanford, Ethel ................... Post Jr. College Senew, Michael ........ .Chase Metal Works Skulski, Thomas.................Thomaston, Conn. Smith, Richard . Ext., Danbury Teachers College. Thomson, Ruth........................Seth Thomas Werner, Gertrude.................S.N.E. Tel.( Co. Winters, Patricia.............................New Departure 69 The Owl Staff wishes to extend its sincere appreciation to all those who have helped in making our yearbook a success. We wish especially to thank Miss Goodwin our advisor. Miss Gorman of the commercial department, and to those members of the staff who, in addition to their regular duties,did the typing: Eleanor Bereza, Marilyn Brown, Rose Lynch, and Joan O’Neill. 70