Thomaston High School - Owl Yearbook (Thomaston, CT)

Text from Pages 1 - 88 of the 1965 volume:

1U CU SUf presents %. 1965 0J Volume XLIV Fkomeston OJu|k Sckoot ‘Tkomaston, Connecticut Foreword Two roads diverged in a yellow wood. And sorry I could not travel both And be one traveler, long I stood And looked down one as far as I could To where it bent in the undergrowth; Then took the other, as just as fair. And having perhaps the better claim, Because it was grassy and wanted wear; Though as for that the passing there Had worn them really about the same, And both that morning equally lay In leaves no step had trodden black. Oh, I kept the first for another day! Yet knowing how way leads on to way, I doubted if I should ever come back. I shall be telling this with a sigh Somewhere ages and ages hence: Two roads diverged in a wood, and I— I took the one less traveled by And that has made all the difference. Robert Frost TO ROBERT C. PINGPANK whose amiable nature and good humor have made his classes so enjoyable, whose remarkable patience has made his lessons so meaningful, whose sincere interest in his pupils has made him a teacher and person we will long remember, we, the Class of 1965, with deep appreciation and great pride present our yearbook. 3 FOREWORD ... 2 DEDICATION ... 3 ORGANIZATIONS ... 47 ATHLETICS ... 65 4 and Faculty 5 Superintendent’s Message In order to grow as a person and to make a contribution to society, you certainly must know yourself in respect to your strengths, your limitations, and your potentials. Meditate when you are alone, and look at yourself, projecting this person—you—into the future. Those whom we admire and consider as outstanding teachers, inventors, carpenters, engineers, doctors, lawyers, mechanics, philosophers, and store managers were people who looked at themselves and thought ahead about the future. Think about the questions some of these people surely asked of themselves: how can I find my own strengths and build on them? What do I like to do in life?; how do I expect to reach my goal?; what help do I need?; how might the guidance office help me?; what are my own requirements and how do I meet them?; how can I make the most effective use of my high school education?; in which ways can I enhance and extend my education?; do I understand some of the new demands of schools and jobs? When looking ahead, think about your education at Thomaston High School as not an end in itself but a means to your complete development. Your progress, as well as society's, depends upon the degree to which you use what you have learned; the frequent use of your imagination, originality, and initiative. Think big and plan for vigorous and sustained action. Remember, before reaching your immediate and long-range goals, expect many obstacles along the way, but assure yourself that the way will be cleared by hard work, fortitude, determination, and by your ability to look ahead. May you always have a chance to live your best, in school and all through life. My best wishes go with you in whatever you undertake. Dr. Marvin H. Yaffe Superintendent of Schools Principal’s Message As I write these thoughts to you, the Class of 1965, we near the end of the first quarter of this Your Senior Year. I know you look forward to many successful and happy events with the major goal of graduation coming in June. Together with all your teachers I work with you as a class and as individual students. We want you to learn, to achieve and to develop to your fullest capacities. Yet, responsibility is always personal. Success and happiness await the individual who will accept his responsibilities. Some of you, in fact most of you, will make some mistakes as this school year continues. However, all men make mistakes. The man who makes no mistakes lacks boldness and the spirit of adventure. A mistake becomes an error only when nothing is done to correct it. Your progress begins when you get a clear view of the obstacles that face you. In June you will receive your high school diplomas. Many of you will further your formal education. Actually, all of you will have full opportunity to continue learning and growing intellectually. How much you take advantage of the many and varied sources of knowledge is up to your individual action. Here are some criteria that Socrates stated to determine who is educated. First, those who manage well the circumstances which they encounter day by day. Next, those who are honorable in their dealings with all men. Also, those who hold their pleasures always under control, and are not unduly overcome by their misfortunes. Most important, those who are not spoiled by their successes, who do not desert their true selves, but hold their ground steadfastly as wise and sober-minded men. I do compliment you on your past achievements. I wish you the best of good fortune with all your future endeavors. Keep in mind that the full use of today is the best preparation for tomorrow. Today has one thing in whiph you are equal with all others—time. Spend your time making things happen, studying to improve yourselves, and using your talents. Don't say, If I had time! You must take time and not wait for tomorrow. Be proud of Thomaston High School and your class. Stand tall, be cheerful and kind toward your fellow men. Herbert W. DeVeber 6 PrincipeI MR. LUCAS J. PASQUARIELLO Assistant Principal MRS. LUCILLE MATHES R.N. School Nurse MR. HERBERT H. WILBER Director of Guidance MRS. JANE O'BRIEN Guidance Secretary MRS. ETHEL JOHNSON Secretary to the Principal MRS. GRACE MASON Secretary to the Superintendent MRS. JOAN ZELIFF Secretary to the Principal MRS. MILDRED THOMSON Bookkeeper Board of Education BOARD OF EDUCATION—Left to Right: Mr. Edward Besky, Mr. Herbert Koenigsbauer, Mr. Edward Landers, Mr. George Benedict, Mrs. Agnes White, Dr. John Gould, Mr. Francis Dayton, Mr. Vito Gizzi, Mr. James O'Brien Arts Department ELIZABETH D. MAKEPEACE Radcliffe College, B.A. THOMAS F. REYNOLDS Central Connecticut College, B.S. Fairfield University, M.A. ROBERT E. COLLINS Danbury State College, B.S. MARTHA F. BRADLEY University of Connecticut, B.S. JOSEPH J. STOLICNY Central Connecticut College, B.S. Science Department EDWARD SLUZENSKI University of Connecticut, B.A., B.S. KENNETH A. MURDOCK Fitchburg State College, B.S.E. University of New Hampshire, M.A. Syracuse University, M.S. LUCAS J. PASQUARIELLO Amherst College, A.B. New York University, M.D.E. PAUL M. NEMICCOLO New England College, B.S. Suffolk University, M.A.Ed. WILLIAM H. McCLAY University of Maine, B.S. Commercial Department PETER FOLEY Salem Teachers College, B.S. Boston University, M.Ed. JACQUELINE W. O'CONNOR Tusculum College, B.S. JAMES C. MILNE Central Connecticut College, B.S. Bryant College, B.S. 8 English Department WALTER ROBINSON Fordham University, B.S. Central Connecticut College, M.A. PAULA WARICHAR Central Connecticut College, B.S. CHARLES P. HOLBROOK Central Connecticut College, B.A. University of Hartford, M.A. EVELYN GOODWIN Newcomb College, A.B. Boston University, M.A. ROBERT JONATHAN BALL Wesleyan University, B.A. EDITH M. SANGSTER Russell Sage College, A.G. MARY J. CORNISH University of Rochester, B.A. Language Department DAVID J. HALE University of Maine, B.A. St. Anselms College N.D.E.A. Institute in Arachom, France JUDJTH CONROY University of Connecticut, B.A. Mathematics Department RAYMOND J. RYAN Danbury State College, B.A. New York University, M.A. ANTHONY L. DIGENNARO University of Connecticut, B.A. MARY P. LITKE University of Maine, B.A., M.A. ROBERT C. PINGPANK Trinity College, B.S. University of Hartford, M.Ed. 9 Social Studies Department HOLLIS HARTFORD Plymouth State Teachers College B.S. ROSA F. GANGLOFF Boston University, B.S. Columbia University, M.A. HELEN S. PLATT Russell Sage College, B.A. Radcliffe College, M.A. MAUREEN DINAN Smith University, B.A. RAYMOND GIANNAMORE Providence College, A.B. Physical Education Department JOHN T. KENNEDY University of Connecticut, B.S. University of Hartford, M.Ed. MRS. OWEN J. GALLAGHER Arnold College Division, University of Bridgeport, B.S. 10 Seniors THOMASTON PUBLIC • LIBRARY C. VICTOR HAVENS Victor It is impossible to please everyone at the same time. Heavens . . . gets things done . . . dependable, trustworthy, intelligent . . . independent party makes good. Class Pres. 4; Soccer 1; Brown and Gold 1, 2, 3; Drama Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Band 1, 2; Honor Society 3, 4; V. Pres. 4; Chess Club 2; Camera Club 1, 2; A.V. 1, 2, 3, 4; Door Staff 3, 4; Latin Club 3, 4. GALEN M. SEIDLER Win without boasting, lose without excuse. A quiet, but able class worker . . . long, wavy tresses . . . Sleepers steady patron. Brown and Gold 1, 2, 3; Treas. 4; French Club 2; Class V.Pres 4. Class Officers SALLY JOANNE ESDALE Conviction is the conscience of the mind. A cheery Hi for everyone . . . class enthusiast . . . Oh, how very feminine! Class Sec. 4; Cheerleading 3, 4; French Club 2, 3; Latin Club 3, 4; Class Basketball 1, 2; Owl Staff 2, 3, 4; Co. Ed. 2, 3, 4; Chorus 1, 2, 3; Student Council 2. LINDA LOUELLA STIRK Sweeter thy voice, but every sound is sweet. U. Conn, bound . . . come-hither voice . . . treasured treasurer . . . conscientious worker. Chorus 1; J.V. Basketball 1, 2; Var. 3; Co-Capt. 4; Softball Manager 2; FHA 1, 2, 3, 4; FHA 3; Class Treas. 4. KIT WALTER ALEXANDER He does it with a better grace, but I do it more natural ' Aree . . man about town . . . hummer . . . . How's your V.W.? Brown and Gold 1; Owl Staff 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Ski Club 3; Camera Club 1; French Club 2; Basketball 1, 2, Varsity 3, 4; Nutmeg 3. PHILIP BATICK JR. Butch I love to meditate, but not on books. Handyman at Rewet Sibley; outdoors-man; roaring stude . . . Bejush! ELIZABETH ANN ANDRADE Betty The greatest pleasure in life is doing what people say you can't. Avid cheerleader . . . out of town interest} . . . stenography whiz . . . Teacher's pet??!! Class Basketball 1, J.V. Basketball 2; Cheerleading 3, 4; Chorus 3, 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Drama Club 3; Owl Staff 4. EDWARD ALAN BERCH Ed The reward of a thing well done is to have done it yourself. Mr. P's right hand stock boy . . . You phony! . . . sports addict . . . rhythm in his walk. Soccer 4; J.V. Basketball 1, 2, Varsity 3, 4; Baseball 2, 3, 4. GEORGE JOHN BERCH He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty. '57 Special . . . obedient subject of Mr. P.?? . . . Sholtis quality controller. Class Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; A.V. 1. ROY P. BISHOP In quietness and confidence shall be your strength. Guitars . . . let's get together . . . look out for the shy type. Track 1, Class Basketball 2. RICHARD ANTHONY BOCCARDI Rich Now up, now down, as a bucket in a well. Sharp dresser . . . clicker plus . . . Ask me if I care . . . reserved but subtle. Soccer 3; Baseball 1, 2, 4; Class Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Ski Club 3, 4. HENRY PAUL BOGUSLAWSKI Everything's so reg'lar a body can't stand it. Prefers blondes ... '57 rag top . . . up all night . . . fill it up, Henry. Class Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1, 4; Cross Country 2; Soccer 1, 3. DAVID W. BROWN Dave Everyway makes my gain. Heart-breaker . . . Mrs. Nadeau's fan . . . cracker barrel philosopher. Class Basketball 1, 3, 4; Soccer 1, 3; Band 1, 3. JOHN S. BROWN Well-timed silence hath more eloquence than speech. Massachusetts bound . . . where's the crepe paper, John? Class Basketball 1, 3, 4. BRIAN FREDERIC BULL No mind is thoroughly well organized that is deficient a sense of humor. Thomas trio lead . . . classroom sound effects . . . Bri's sense of humorll Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Band 1, 2; Drama Club 2; Madrigals 2; Class Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4. PETER GALEN BYRAM Pete O, Boys, the times I've seen. Eh, pal . . . my friend . . . smashes atoms on the side. Ski Club 3, 4; Door Staff 4; A.V. 3, 4; Art 3; Class Basketball 3, 4. CLIFFORD TREMAIN CONKLIN Trim Delay is preferable to error. Which one is it tonight? . . . Maybelline eyes . . . Nice to know Moe. Soccer 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Track 1, 2; Baseball 4, Latin Club 1, 2; Band 1, 2, 3; Drama Club 2. BARBARA A. COP A friend is a person with whom I may be sincere. Can't have one Barb without the other . . . Oh, boy . . . loves to bomb around. DARLENE DAWN CONLON Doll No task is too big for a heart so great. Snaggle ... a smile for all . . . Who's in the box? . . . personality plus. Brown and Gold 2, Owl Staff 4. JUDITH ANN CORRIVEAU Judy A good heart is better than all the heads in the world. Class bibliosoph . . . nice to be with . . . infectious giggle. Bibliosoph Pres. 2, 3, 4; Chorus 2, 4; FNA 1, Brown and Gold 2. KENNETH A. CRIBLEY JR. Ken In silence also there's a worth that brings no risk. Crib's used merchandise . . . always willing to help . . . gym class enthusiast. FRANCIS DAYTON Frank Let tomorrow take care of tomorrow, leave things of the future to fate. '58 Chevy . . . sincere . . . Pete's pal . . . future businessman ... the collegiate look. Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1, 4; Soccer PETER VINCENT DEPAULO JR. Pete Work fascinates me; I could sit and look at it for hours. Lady's man . . . lively sense of humor . . . bowling alley's favorite patron . . . Ambrose creator. Brown and Gold 2, Camera Club 2. GAIL LINDA DAYTON Virtue is its own reward, Don't dare her . . . quick wit . . . Sleepers steady patron . . . happy go lucky. Class Basketball 1. 2. JANICE MARY DEWS The grace of sweet indifference. Shorthand whiz . . . goes for out of town boys . . . ideal secretary. Class Basketball 2; French Club 2. BARBARA ANN DIDSBURY Barb Blushing is the color of virtue. The other Barb . . . headed for the business world . . . quiet but friendly. DAVID WAYNE DUFF Dave I am the master of my fate, the captain of my soul. The other Duffer . . . Serious?, and how! . . . magnetic personality. Soccer 1, 2; Track 1, French Club 2, Owl Staff 4. HAROLD WILLIAM ECKERT JR. Wondrous is the strength of cheerfulness. Loves to fish . . . DeMolay man. easy going type . . . cheery ways. Chorus 1, 2. HARRY ROBERT EGGLESTON Throw fear to the wind.” Spread out. I'm a man of action . anyone want a two eighty three? Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Camera Club 1, 2. VIRGINIA ANN GANGLOFF Ginny” How sweet and gracious is that fine sense which men call courtesy. Mrs. J's girl Friday . . . favorite pastime— Dick . . . small but mighty. FNA 1, 3, 4; Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4. CARL ROBERT FAIRCHILD Let thy words be few.” Mattoon's silent side-kick . . . enjoys life in a quiet way. Class Basketball; A.V. 3. THEODORE HARRISON GARLICK Ted The world makes way for the determined man. The mad scientist . . . California bound . . . Get your slide rule, Harrison. A.V. 1, 2, 3, 4; Door Staff 2, 3, 4; Camera Club 2; Track 3. 19 HAROLD WILLIAM GILL Chip The epitomy of wit I got rhythummm . . . Gee, I wish I were a tenor . . . big game hunter. Class Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 2, 3, 4; Drama Club 2, 3, 4; Chorus 2, 3, 4; Pres. 3; Madrigals 2; French Club 2, 3, 4; Track 1, Band 2, 3, Camera Club 1. BARBARA JEAN GRANO Bo Let tomorrow take care of tomorrow. Individualist . . . Ford customs . . . let's dance . . . last of the Honeys. Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Drama Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Cheerleading 2, .3, 4; Owl Staff 2, 4; French Club 2, 3; Class Basketball 2, 4; Tennis team 3, 4; Student Council 1 3. ROBERT ALLEN GORGOGLIONE Bob He's little and he's wise, and he's a terror for his size. Highlanders head guitar man . . . easy going . . . tomorrow's American Beatle. Camera Club 1; Chess Club 2; Track 2, 3; Baseball 4; Class Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4. FRED HAROLD GROHS Wit makes its own welcome, and levels at all distinctions. Mosey on down . . . practically minded .. . seen but not heard. Camera Club 1, 2. ROGER JOHN GUILLET In skating over thin ice, one's safety is one's speed. Mad driver - of the green monster . . . Frenchie . . . fun his specialty. Camera Club 1; Class Basketball 2; Student Council 1. RICHARD DOUGLAS HEERING Dick Nothing can bring you peace but yourself. His Comet flies . . . assumes leadership . . . art shop worker. A.V. 3, 4. THOMAS ROBBIN HOLMAN Robbin Fight till the last gasp. Burns the midnight oil . . . better late than never . . . intelligent and original. Soccer 2; Track 1, 2; Cross Country 1; Drama Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Owl Staff 4; Ski Club 3, 4. DEAN EDWARD JOHNSTON An honest man's the noblest work of God. Rock . . . avid water skier . . . shy?? . . . easy conversationalist. Band 1, 2, 3; Track 2; Soccer 2; French Club 2; Brown and Gold 1, 2. LINDA MAE JOHNSTON Live that thou mayest desire to live again. Looks quiet, but look again . . . friendly . . . fun to know. Class Sec. 1, 2; FTA 3; Drama Club 4; Class Basketball 1, 2, 3; Owl Staff Co-Ed. 4; French Club 2. BARBARA JEAN KANIEWSKI Neski Two qualities that often blend, a good sport and a loyal friend. Short 'n sweet . . . athletically inclined . . . Margaret's best buddy . . . Phys. Ed. future. Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Captain Field Hockey 3, 4; Softball 2, 3, 4. ROBERT EDWARD KANE Rob The glory of young men in their strength. Class athlete ... 3 Bar T . . . Madras man. Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Band 1, 2, 3; French Club 1, 2; Soccer 1, 2, 3; Ski Club 2, 3; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 3, 4; Drama Club 2, 3. DIANE HARRIET KLANESKI You don't learn to hold your own in the world by standing guard, but by attacking. Chemistry's her favorite subject?? . . . jangling bracelets ... Mr. P's capable secretary . . . neat and cheerful. J.V. Basketball 2; Varsity 3; FHA 1, 2, 3, 4; Softball Manager 2; Chorus 1; Laurel Girls State 3; Class V. Pres. 3. DELEAN ANN KNOX Where there's mischief, she's always in it. Another who has discovered the many wonders of Bristol . . . individual hair stylist. KATHERINE MARY KRAYESKI Kathy Silence is more eloquent than words Business world bound . . . Quiet and sweet; one of our smallest seniors. FNA 4; Owl Staff 4. LINDA C. KNOX Linda And unextinguished laughter shakes the skies. Joseph's hard worker? Avid FTA member, menace on the road. FHA 2, 3, V. Pres. 4; FTA 3, 4, Pres. 4; Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Drama Club 1, 2, 3, 4. ANTHONY DOMINICK KUHARSKI Tony Give it an understanding, but no tonque. Expert bowler . . . Monopoly on morning paper . . . Takes things as they come. Class basketball 2, 3. SUSAN JANE LAMONTAGNE Sue The enthusiastic and pleasing illusions of youth. Pert, peppy and perky . . . Oh, that wild watermelon party ... A personality liked by all. MICHAEL EDWARD LANDERS Mike The world's a wheel and it will come round right. Space . . . '39 Chevy . . . last minute themes . . . sleep . . . ah . . . carefree. French Club 2; FTA 3; Student Council 4; Owl Staff 4; Cheerleading 2, 3, Capt. 4. Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Band 1, 2, 3; Drama 1, 4; Camera 1, Ski Club 1. MARTA MARCELLA MAIMERI MICHAEL EDWARD MARTONE Gay good nature sparkles in her eyes. Mike Made in Italy . . . vivacious . . . How doo yoo zay?? . . . one in a million . . . our own . . . always remember '65. He held his seat; a friend to the human race. His own private pool . . . Friendly ways . . . How are things. Chess Club 1, 2; Track 1, 2, 3, 4; Class Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4. DANIEL EDWARD MATHEWS Dan Be moderate, be moderate ' Boomer . . . always Waterbury bound . . . homework? . . . easy going. Class basketball 1; AV 3, 4. DAVID JOHN MATTOON Dave Never say more than necessary. Seen but'not heard . . . camper . . . shy and reserved . . . steady and dependable. DIANE LINDA MIECZNIKOWSKI There is also a sure reward for faithful silence. Mush . . . Kathy's best buddy . . . cooperative and conscientious ... individual humor . . . Steno whiz. Owl Staff 4. JOHN CHESTER MIECZNIKOWSKI Whose little body lodg'd a mighty mind. Expert on politics . . . future stock broker . . . Alphabet?? . . solves the world's problems. DENISE NICHOLLS The path to danger is smooth. Don't dare her!! Ohh-h-h, fun to know. Latin Club 2; FNA 3, 4; Brown and Gold 4; Owl Staff 4. PAULETTE ELAINE NOACK A good mind possesses a kingdom. A most diligent and studious person . . . quiet and reserved. National Honor Society 3, Sec. 4; Owl Staff 4. ROBERT WILLIAM NOACK Bob Variety is the spice of life. Reckless jeep . . . outdoors man who enjoys hunting and fishing. PAUL DAVID NORTON Ah, pray make no mistake, he is not shy. An honorary Gulf Station member . . . Quiet?? Guess againll Camera Club 1; Class Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Band 1, 2, 3; French Club 2. WILLIAM HENERY OBER Billy He is the very pineapple of politeness. M.B. goer . . . quiet and demure . . . Duffany's right hand man. Soccer 2, 3; Cross Country 1, 2; Track 1, 2, 3, 4; Chess Club 3. DANIEL A. POTTER Dan He who is most idle has most grief. Fire chief . . . sports manager ... always willing to help coach. Basketball Manager 1, 2, 3, 4; Soccer Manager 2, 3. DONALD ARTHUR PFAEFFLIN Don Few things are impossible to diligence and skill. Like father like son . . . future electronics engineer . . . Whiz in science. Drama 1, 2; French Club 2; Art 2, 4; Ski Club 3; Owl 3. LAWRENCE P. PUZACKE Larry I live in a world of jollity. East Side ... a barrel of fun . . . easy going. Camera Club 1, 2, 3; Class Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Doorstaff 1, 2, 3, 4; Brown and Gold 1, 2, 3; Soccer 4; Basketball 4. VERNA FRANCES RAYDER Let the world slide. An avid believer in just being herself . . . carefree and natural. Brown and Gold 2, 4; Owl Staff 4; Class Basketball 1. STEVEN ROSKA Steve No one knows what he can do till he tries. Hey, man I ... a constant riotll . . . always on the go. AV 3, 4; Camera Club 1, 2. CYNTHIA LEE REIN Cindy Manner not gold is a woman's best adornment. Our own Laurel girl . . . popular . . . neatness and efficiency . . . always busy. Honor Society 3; Pres. 4; FHA 1, 2; Reporter 3, 4; J.V. Basketball 1; Varsity 3; Student Council 3, Sec. 4; Class Treas. 1; Laurel Girls State. LORETTA ANN RUSS The most useless day is that in which we have not laughed. Pleasing blush . . . artistic . . . sensitivity . . . future teacher. Brown and Gold 1, 2; Owl Staff 4; FTA 4; Door Staff. LEONARD FRANCIS ST. DENIS St.” He who flees will fight again. Tiger in his tank . . . everybody's buddy . . . Milky . . . Crasher . . . accident prone. Drama Club 1; Class Basketball 1. The world is a comedy. Comedian . . . always in a hurry . . . magazine fiend . . . Pik-Kwik man. DANIEL JOHN SEABOURNE Dan Exceedingly wise, fair-spoken and persuading. Clean-cut senior liked by all . . . popular . . . good choice for Boy's State. Track 1, 2, 3, 4; Student Council 2, 3, 4, Treas. 2, 3, 4; Chorus 4; Cross Country 1 2; Class V. Pres 1; Brown and Gold 1, 2; Owl Staff 4. RICHARD ALLAN SNYDER Dick'.' Sincerity gives wings to power. Liked for his naturalness and sincerity . . . a serious minded all-around guy. Latin Club 1, 2; Class Basketball 1, 2. NELSON P. SOMMERFELDT Live and let live. Mr. R's third thumb; ready to give a helping hand . . . shutterbug. WAYNE DANIEL SYNOTT He must be storing all his energy for future years. Geritol, Wayne? . . . fire-fighter . . . Everything's just one big laugh! Class Basketball 1, 2; Camera Club 1. THOMAS EDWARD SULLIVAN Tom O Ireland, isn't it grand you look. Instant and consistent wit . . . reformed non-conformist . . . brains and humor combined. Soccer 1, 2, 4; Brown and Gold 2; French Club 2. MARGARET ANN TAYLOR Without sweat and toil no work is perfect. Terror on the court . . . Latin enthusiast . . . very determined. J.V. Basketball 3, Var. 3, 4; Softball 2, 3, 4; Latin Club 3, 4; Class Basketball 2. DAVID CHARLES THULIN Dave How glorious it is, and how painful, to be an exception. Good things do come in big packages . . . intelligence, talent and personality all in one. Student Council Treas. 1, 2, V. Pres. 3; Pres. 4; Honor Society 3, 4; Var. Basketball 3, 4; Track 2; Latin Club 2, 3. EUGENE L. VOLOVSKI Gene Leave no stone unturned. Studious, cooperative . . . speaks when spoken to. Latin Club 1, 2, 3; Treas. 4. CARLA L. VEZZANI She has good friends because she is ... •• one. Friendly and helpful . . . class historian . . . future English major . . . has her own convictions. Owl Staff 2, 4; FNA 2; FTA 4; Drama Club 3, 4. ROBERT J. WALDRON Bob He is a sure card. Scoop? . . . flair for sports . . . all-around personality . . . never without a smile. Soccer 1, 2, 3, Capt. 4; Track 1, 2; Var. Basketball 3, 4; Camera Club 1, 2; Drama Club 4. LARRY T. WHALEN His joys are many, his cares are few. George's right hand man . . . jovial . . . favors an underclassman. Camera Club 2, 3; Soccer 1; Track 1; A.V. 3, 4; Class Basketball 1. BARBARA A. WORDEN With malice toward none. Sincere . . . one important interest— Jerry! . . . amazing shyness and gentle friendliness. Latin Club 1, 2; Owl Staff 4; Brown and Gold 1. CAROLYN JEAN YOUNG She shall have laughter where she goes. A never ending sense of humor . . . friendly . . . her specialty—a great time. Brown and Gold 1, 2, 3; FTA 4; Owl Staff 4; FNA 1, 2, 3; Drama Club 3, 4. 32 Dear Friends: I have so many things to tell you before leaving that I don't know really how to begin. You led me to understand and to know American life, and society, accepting me in yours and being so friendly with me. I will miss all of you, all my teachers and all people that I have met here. With your help I could be happy and feel myself really American. But I don't think there is so much difference between people in our two countries because all over the world the wishes, the hopes, the ideals, don't change. I will always remember my experiences, my friends, my year. I really believe America is a beautiful country, a country of freedom, of great spaces, of great ideals, of a great future. More than ever I feel myself not only proud to be Italian, but also to know and to have so many friends in America. The year I spent here has gone so fast that I did not realize that the moment of the return was arriving. At home I will find my old friends and old habits, but I am sure I will remember forever all of you and your really beautiful country. Marta Maimeri Holiday Sleighride 35 Through the Halls of T.H.S. Class of 65” Underclassmen ROW 1, Left to Right: Smith, Knox, Levesque, Paczkowski, Mathews, Arlofski, Challies, Wagner, Baserwski, Johnson. ROW 2, Left to Right: Domaratius, Eckert, Callahan, Gancos, Sinkler, Dickenson, St. John, Fenwick, Frechette, DelVaglio, DelVaglio, Famiglietti, Atherton, Morton, Prono-vost, Rosengren. ROW 3, Left to Right: Whiteley, Mueller, Brammer, Dewell, Barks, Fridrich, Newell, Cook, Lauretano, Batick. ROW 4, Left to Right: Ryan, Upton, Dew, Smith, VanBuren, Watson, Kuibeda, Benedict, Kasper, Waldron. 1966 ROW 1, Left to Right: Waldron, Corriveau, Baton, Westby, Smith, Kordis, Carey, Tindell, Chizinski, Perbeck. ROW 2, Left to Right: Chandon, Coss, Monroe, Lytle, Gobin, Hamernik, Conklin, Price, Ashak, Voloski, Cahill, Lovallo, Voghel, Stephens, Kingsbury. ROW 3, Left to Right: Pier-pont, Foster, Havens, Lawson, Chapman, Cables, Thompson, Holbrook, Desrochers, Johnson. ROW 4, Left to Right: Fulton, Caregnato, Kloss, Innes, Almeida, Weeks, Young. ROW 1, Left to Right: Miller, Potter, Atwood, Lamontagne, Russ. ROW 2, Left to Right: Martin, Long, Flynn, Hirleman, Little, Kobryn, Krulicki, Labatt, Bailey. ROW 3, Left to Right: McCleary, Morrison, Gandy, Sokolowski, Guillet, Oesrochers, Johnston, Morris, Gobin, J. Kobryn. ROW 4, Left to Right: R. Brown, Scoville, Dews, Mischou, Borowski, Didsbury, Gerlach, St. Denis, Delong, Anctil. ROW 5, Left to Right: Masopust, Havens, Jacobs, Cyr, Reddick, McGoldrick, Nicholls, Innes, Belonick, Bassett, Wright. 1967 ROW 1, Left to Right: Collins, Seaboume, Root, Wright, Whiteley, Waldron. ROW 2, Left to Right: Costick, Pfeuffer, Barks, Duffany, Worden, Hopkins, Corriveau, Woods, Callahan. ROW 3, Left to Right: Mr. McClay, Corcoran, Tanski, Hannon, Bigelow, Perry, Peck, Scully, Christensen, Larson. ROW 4, Left to Right: Gould, Thompson, Guamieri, Byram, Martone, Wright, Samela, Mathewson, Pont, Redente. ROW 5, Left to Right: Warner, Johnston, Hotchkiss, Brown, Samela, Volovski, Batick, Perbeck, Packer, Osowiecki. ROW 1, Left to Right: Mosakowski, Kuharski, Byrnes, Andrade, Thomson, Lauretano, Nygren, Ray, Bordner, Ellis. ROW 2, Pierpont, Cook, Christophy, Sullivan, Sgrillo, Hubbard, Trosky, Esdale, Whiteway, Black, Waldron. ROW 3, Mr. Holbrook, Cyr, Drzwecki, Lytle, Vigeant, Dusak, Knox, Atherton, Grello, Wagner, Landers, Costick, Webber, Johnston, Dilger, Robinson. ROW 4, Petruzzi, Brown, Murdock, Mueller, Mitchell, Pelke, White, O'Brien, Lenahon, Bishop, Whalen. ROW 5, Bogaslawski, Holman, Humpreville, Polowski, Kryzanowski, Curtiss, Vilkaitis, Upton. 1968 ROW 1, Left to Right: Boccardi, Parsons, Flynn, Handrinos, LaPlante, Hubbard, Rein, Newton. ROW 2, Volovski, Lauretano, Tanner, Lyga, McMannus, Lavigne, Fairchild, Rogers, Gandy, Serduck, McAdam. ROW 3, Mr. Pingpank, Chandon, Dente, Lytle, Foster, Radulewicz, Doolittle, McClain, Dziezyc, Pfaefflin, Weeks, Morris, Smith, Hudak, Paczkowski, Paczkowski. ROW 4, Thulin, White, Rosengren, Gomes, Ramsey, Koeingsbauer, Cyr, VanDuesen, Hathway, Cyr, McClain. ROW 5, Martin, McCleary, McNamee, Michaud, Ubermuth, Roberts, Saunders, Webber, Axelby. ROW 1, Left to Right: Woina, Dziezyc, Butler, Kordis, Duncan, Batick, Schlicher, Lewandowski, Ostroski. ROW 2, Lowther, Kobryn, Rogers, Sokolowski, Bowkett, Long, Tracy, Gangloff, Atwood, Bouchard, Schnitzler. ROW 3, Miss Dinan, Gooley, Johnston, McBride, Klaneski, Kentana, Black, Chapman, Oliver, Michaud, Rothe, Perry, Kelley, Schlauder, Thulin, Russ, Mr. Robinson. ROW 4, Galpin, Rinkus, Belonick, Barbour, Cova, Brown, Kuharski, Thomas, Volovski, Bothroyd, Grello. ROW 5, Potter, Norton, Desrochers, Thomson, Baldwin, Duffy, LeMay, Cook, Kowaleski, Birch, Benedict, Guertin, Rosa, DePecol, West, Gauthier. 1969 ROW 1, Left to Right: Day, Costick, Challies, Smail, Anderson, Chizinski, Cook, Slevinsky, Barberet, Famiglietti. ROW 2, Klaneski, Darasz, Gallagher, Price, Gill, Thompson, Fazekas, Ryan, Innes, DePaulo, Eckert. ROW 3, Edwards, Westby, Baserwski, Borowski, Gandy, Case, Masopust, Fisher, Torrence, Gizzie, Parson, Corcoran, Monroe, Fox, Jacques, MacKenzie, Foster. ROW 4, Anctil, Hopkins, Hathway, Lecko, Mueller, Booth, Renzallo, LaMay, Ober, Foster, Mcgrane. ROW 5, Zolla, McClain, Tessier, Johnson, Knox, Lumbard, Brown, Picco, McGoldrick, Olmstead, Mariano, Antworth, Kane. ROW 1, Left to Right: LaPlante, Price, Gill, Barks, Collins, Foster. ROW 2: Rogers, Guillet, Burzler, Mahoney Brown, Bellmay, Whittaker, Towne. ROW 3: Mr. DiGennaro, Corriveau, Myers, Stack, Worden, Pronovost, Sanford, Gordenier, Tedesco, Wilson, Geddes, Knowlton, Lytle, Mrs. Sangster. ROW 4: Dilger, Pfeuffer, Lovallo, St. John, Skerstonas, Lecko, Hellerich, Gangloff, Chipman. ROW 5: Duzsak, Guarnieri, White, Lewis, Dayton, Wiles, Newsome, Skerstonas, Woznikaitis, Ubermath. 1970 ROW 1, Left to Right: Schlicher, Butler, Marshall, Coss, Gangloff. ROW 2: Mariano, Berberet, Ubermuth, McAdam, Van Deusen, Conklin, Smitley, Batkebich, Lowther, Samela. ROW 3: Mr. Giannamore, Doolittle, West, Polowy, Hubbard, Cook, Ericson, Bergman, Pelky, Lauretano, Foster, Morrow, Elwood, Erwin, VanBuren, Mr. Slusinski. ROW 4: Moreau, Perry, Brazee, Cray, Zeliff, Johnston, Thompson, Lamay, Gofin, Christophy. STUDENT COUNCIL—ROW 1, Left to Right: Seabourne, Lamontagne, Chapman, Thulin, Rein, Nicholls, Maimeri. ROW 2, Left to Right: Stevens, Westby, Tindell, Lyga, Mr. Wilbur, (guidance counselor), Bowkett, Boccardi, Thulin, Rosengren, McCleary, Gould. Student Council TKe Student Council of Thomaston High School is set up for the purpose of expressing the wishes of the majority of the students. The Council is an essential organization, where each grade may voice their opinions on matters relevant to the Council through representation. The progress and achievements of the Council depend on the cooperation of the entire student body. Ice cream sold during lunches, soda sold at basketball games and sock hops following the games are sponsored by the Student Council. The book store, which is set up by the Council to benefit the students, sells relatively inexpensive books to enable the students to build their book collection. Officers of this year's Council are: David Thulin, President; Russ Chapman, Vice-President; Cynthia Rein, Secretary; Ray Nicholls, Treasurer. The advisers are Mr. Holbrook and Mr. Wilber. 46 OWL STAFF—ROW 1, Left to Right: St. John, Grano, Tindell, Johnston, Seabourne, Esdale, Westby, Chizinski. ROW 2, Left to Right: Alexander, Miecznikowski, Famigletti, Krayeski, Gancos, Del Vaglio, Worden, Lamon, Lamontagne, Andrade, Del Jt aglio, Seidler, Dickinson, Coss, Nicholls. ROW 3, Left to Right: Pfaefflin, Dayton, DePaulo, Noack, Conlon, Chandon, Hammernik, Russ, Conklin, Holman, Landers, Duff. Owl Staff The Owl Staff this year has worked very hard to bring out the best yearbook to date. Producing the yearbook is a major accomplishment. Deadlines must be met. Getting photographs taken on time, and working arduously for a desired effect are prime factors in the making of a good yearbook. Smaller staffs help aid in the production of the Owl: Layout, Business, Write-Up, Art, Typing. All these staffs are unrelated but when tied together they came up with the finished product you are now reading. Taking pride in our school, this yearbook will recall our special memories. We are proud to add the seventeenth volume to Thomason High School's historical book shelf. Editors—Linda Johnson, Sally Esdale Ass'f Editors—Claudia Westby, Karen Tindell Business Editor—Elaine Chizinski Literary Edit or—Barbara Grano 48 Co-editors of the Owl 49 DRAMA CLUB—ROW 1, Left to Right: Morris, Holman, Bocardi, Meuler, Waldron, Rein, Bocardi, Cyr, Koeingsbaur, Gill, Bailey. ROW 2, Left to Right: Volovski, Johnson, Lamontagne, Tindell, Westby, Chizinski, Whiteway, Esdale, Esdale, Gobin, Rosengren, Desrochers, Ashak, Young. ROW 3, Left to Right Gancos, Coss, Dickinson, Del Vaglio, Nicholls, Johnston, Hammernick, Marino McAdams, Labatt, Vogel, Knox, Famigletti, Russ, Conklin, Vigiant, Morrison, McCleary, Miss Dinan, Mr. Borque (advisors). ROW 4, Left to Right: Caregnoto, Whitley, Kloss, Upton, Mitchell, Kobryn, Grano, Wood, Johnston, Conklin, Duff, Landers, Benedict, Pfaefflin, Waldron, Havens. Drama Club The Drama Club, always working hard and eagerly, last year produced its first classic, Pygmalion. This year the club is headed by students acting as directors with Miss Dinan, the advisor, and is proud to present a comedy play, THE JURY ROOM. Even though it is one of the oldest clubs, it is still very popular. Quite a few members have been in this club for many years, and will provide Miss Dinan with an experienced group. Though much work is involved, it provides experience and a good background for college hopefuls, through responsibility and hard work. 50 The Jury Room A Drama in Three Acts THE CAST Foreman _.............. ... Victor Havens Man with Glasses ....................... Gary Almeda First Old Lady Kathy Long Second Old Lady Kathy McCleary Actress ............................. Janice Dickenson Angry Man ............................. Peter Byram Blond .............................. Carolyn Youny Brunette................................ Betty Andrade Shy Girl Angela Mariano Society Woman ...................... Gayliss Robinson Middle-Aged Man ....................... Robert Mitchell Young Man .......................... Jim Martone Directed by Miss Dinan ROW 1, Left to Right: Brown, Labatt, Nicholls, Vogel, Seidler, Mitchell, Krulicki, McBride. ROW 2, Left to Right: Smith, Hannon, Baserwski, Price, Sullivan, Little, Wagner, Perbeck, Johnson, Mischoud, Klaneski, Flynn, Masopust, Sinkler. ROW 3, Left to Right: Vilkaitis, Wright, Desrochers, Morton, Larson, Tanski, O'Brien, Havens, Martone. Brown and Gold The Brown and Gold is the traditional school paper published four times a year. A new innovation this year is a special publication for the Senior class. Its purpose is to acquaint students with what is going on in their school. Because the staff of the Brown and Gold started off the year with a surplus in their treasury, it was decided to lower the subscription rates for the benefit of the T.H.S. students. The paper is composed of Club news, literary articles, editorials, sports, wit and humor. Editor-in-Chief—Susan Voghel Junior High Editor— Robert Mitchell Business Manager—Galen Seidler Literary Editor— Denise Nicholls Circulation Manager—Verna Rayder Advisor—Mrs. Jacqueline O'Connor 52 i 1 NATIONAL _ HONOR SOCIETY 's- A. One of the greatest achievements possible to a student at Thomaston High is election to the Honor Society. Officially named the Thomaston Chapter of the National Honor Society of Secondary Schools, this organization offers an incentive for scholarship, service and leadership. A Junior average of 3.5 or a Senior average of 3.0 nominates a person for membership but does not necessarily insure him of acceptance. The final analysis lies in the traits of character apparent in the candidate. His attitude toward school in general, his willingness to take responsibility and to render service to his class, school, and community are all considerations made by the faculty election council. Membership in the Society is not only valuable testimony to the student's ability and character but a source of enjoyment afforded by the Society's several yearly social events. National Honor Society SEATED, Left to Right: Rein, Mrs. Platt, Adv., Noack. STANDING: Thulin, Havens. BAND-Left to Right: Mr. Collins, Advisor, Thulin, Reddick, Murdock, Eckert, Smith, Thompson, Weeks, Dente, Bergman, Seaborne, Van Deusen, Landers, Pfeuffer, Day, Booth, Ostrowski, Thomson, lowther, Andrade. Band Under the leadership of Mr. Collins and various band officers the T.H.S. band has shown remarkable enthusiasm and organization throughout the 1964-65 school year. It has gained valuable experience through participation in numerous events including several school concerts and an exciting band day at the University of Connecticut campus. The band's objectives lie not only in the development of individual musicianship, but in ensemble playing as well. The young talent represented promises a band of superior quality in years to come. Chorus The chorus produces those melodious tones that can be heard during G block on Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the school year. The assignment of directing the chorus belongs to Mr. Robert Collins, who is in his third year of teaching at Thomaston High School. The chorus is an extremely active organization. It presented some new and different music at a Thanksgiving assembly and at a Christmas concert. Music for the Spring Concert and Festival was perfected and the appearances were well attended. 54 Left to Right: Chizinski, Butler, Butler, Hubbard, Newton, Pierpont, Knox, Costick, Chandon, Chandon, Dryzwecki, Stephens, Thulin, Mueller, McGold- rick, Martin. ROW 1, Left to Right: Michard, O'Brien, Cyr, Parsons, Thompson, Andrade, Koeingsbaur, Thulin, Murdock. ROW 2, Left to Right: Morrison, Fair-child, Lyga, Tindell, Hopkins, Sullivan, Gangloff, McManus, Duffany, Tanner, Westby Conklin. ROW 3, Left to Right: Stevens, Cyr, Dickinson, Landers, Pfaefflin, Corriveau, Little, Andrade, Christophy, Whiteway, Knox,. Corriveau, Smith, Black, McAdams, Peck, Doolittle, Duzack, Wood, Gobin, Mr. Collins, Adv. ROW 4, Left to Right: St. John, Webber, Knox, Chandon, Knox, Coss, Gobin, Fenwick, Martin, Chandon, Grano, Dilger, Vigeant. ROW 5, Left to Right: Seaboume, Duff, Gill, Gorgoglione, Bull, Almera, Benedict, Landers, Conklin, Kane. 55 FUTURE NURSES OF AMERICA—ROW 1, Left to Right: Corriveau, Kordis, Carey, Callahan, St. John, Krayeski, Knox, Gangloff. ROW 2, Left to Right: Mrs. Mathes (advisor), Lytle, Pronvost, Chandon, Conklin, Costick, Nicholls, Ashak, Coss, Callahan, Kingsbury, Taylor. Future Nurses of America The Future Nurses Club, better known as F.N.A., is headed by Mrs. Philip Mathes. The club is now in its fifth year of existence and has become a very active function. The girls learn more about the field of nursing by having guest speakers and by taking field trips. They also help the school nurse by working in the nurse's office during study halls and aiding in health projects. The officers for the 1964-65 school year were: President—Virginia Gangloff Vice-Pres.—Nancy Ashak Secretary—Cheryl Kingsbury Treasurer— Delean Knox 56 The general purpose of the Future Homemakers of America is to help individuals improve personal, family and community living, now and in the future. They accomplished many useful projects throughout this year. The Thomaston Chapter of the FHA is under the direction of Mrs. Bradley. The club is very popular with the girls and, therefore, it is one of the more active clubs in the school. The officers for this year are: President— Diane Klaneski Vice-Pres — Delean Knox Secretary -Elaine Guillett Treasurer—Karen Tindell Parliamentarian—Susan Voghel Future Homemakers of America ROW 1, Left to Right: Gandy, Voghel, Flynn, Guillett, Laneski, Knox, Tindell, Ifrulicki, Morton, Baswerski. ROW 2, Left to Right, Mrs. Bradley, Adv., Sinkler, Knox, Johnson, Frechette, Westby, Gandy, Hopkins, Lavigne, Sullivan, Christophy, Cook, Perbeck, Knox, Webber, Smith, Hannon, Scully, ROW 3, Left to Right: Larson, Stirk, Fenwick, Famigletti, Levesque, Sokolowski, Hammernick, Monroe, Tanski, Stevens, Rein. ROW I, Left to Right: Pronovost, Corriveau, Miss Goodwin, Coss, Lovallo. ROW II: Cordis, Volovski, Knox, Kingsbury. Bibliosophs Being a Bibliosoph isn't half as hard as becoming one . . . but its all in fun. Each Bibliosoph is capable of keeping the library in order for students' reference use. They are in charge of arranging the bulletin board and keeping it up to date. The Bibliosophs are also in charge of the candy counter at home basketball games and use the money earned to finance a Spring vacation trip for the Veteran members. The officers of this year's group are: President—Judy Corriveau Vice-Pres— Ruth Coss Treasurer—Diane Lovallo Secretary—Jeanne Pronovost The Future Teachers Club, under the direction of Miss Gangloff, has been especially active this year. A new feature of the club is practical work tutoring children at the Grove street School each Wednesday and Thursday. Other club activities include observing grammar school and high school classes, engaging speakers for the twice monthly meetings, cake sales and attendance at state meetings. Initiation ceremonies are held in April, which is Teachers Recruitment Month. The work the Future Teachers has been doing helps the student gain a better insight and understanding of the psychology of learning. President— Linda Knox Vice-Pres.—Cathy Del Vaglio Secretary— Ruth Coss Treasurer— Diane Lovallo Historian—Chris Del Vaglio Future Teachers of America ROW t, Lett to Right: Lovallo, Knox, Miss Gangloff, Adv., Knox, Del Vaglio. ROW 2, Left to Right: Rosengren, Goss, Gancos, Russ, Volovski, Del Vaglio, Damaratius. ART CLUB—ROW 1, Left to Right: Trosky, Wright, Mrs. Makepiece (Advisor), Mitchell, McMannis. ROW 2, Left to Right: Wight, Corcoran, Scully, Christophy, Coss, Pfaefflin, Mathews. ROW 3, Left to Right: Webber, Waldron, Havens. Art Club The Art Club, which is a year old, was formed so that the students interested in Arts and Crafts could put their skills to work. Members of the club draw, paint, carve, and model clay under the supervision of Mrs. Makepeace. The members may also participate in many art contests and shows if they wish. The work of the members of the club is displayed in the showcase on the main floor. The Art Club provides a place for students to express themselves in more interesting and diverse mediums giving them confidence in their talents and abilities. President—Sue Mathews Vice-President— Ruth Coss Secretary—Jesse Wright The Ski Club is another one of the active clubs in T.H.S. They are members of of the Nava Ski Hill and are under the direction of Mr. Holbrook and Mr. Nemicolo. The highlight of this year's activities was the club's trip to Vermont. The group left at 5 A.M. and returned at 9 P.M. after enjoying a full day of skiing. It is a popular and active club. Ski Club ROW 1, Left to Right: Wood, Pierpont, Boccardi, Parson, Duncan, Chizin ski, Rein, Atwood, Landers. ROW 2: Mr. Holbrook, Adv., Chandon, Gobin, E. Chizinski, Conklin, Johnston, McCleary, Mr. Nemiccole, Adv., ROW 3. Brammer, Johnston, R. Thompson, L. Rosengren, Morrison, P. Byrum, Mathewson, Holbrook. ROW 4: McCleary, Johnson, Gould, J. Byrum, Jacques, P. Thompson, F. Pierpont, P. Rosengren. From left to right, ROW 1: Domaratius, Morris, Kordis, Barks, Volovski, Long. ROW 2: Havens, Kingsbury, McCleary, Martone, Miss Conroy, Adv. ROW 3: Volovski, Taylor, Reddick. Latin Club As each day passes, the time of the Romans becomes farther away, but it is not forgotten by the Latin Club. On the third Monday of the month, members of the Latin Club look back to the time of ancient Rome, to learn about the customs and dress. As one of their endeavors, members presented a showcase display of Rome's founders and background. The main event of the year is the annual Latin Banquet held in early May. Everyone dresses in the manner of the Romans, eats heartily, and makes a truly Roman banquet of it. Funds for this occasion are provided by dues, various food sales, and usually a dance. This year's officers have been as follows: Praeses—Margaret Taylor Propraeses—Gary Almeida Scriba—Kathleen Long Praefectus Aerarii— Laurie Volovski Ductor—Miss Conroy ROW 1, Left to Right: Collins, Kane, Berch, Martone. ROW 2: Alexander, Thulin, Conklin. Boys’ Basketball This year our Golden Bears finished with a modest 10 and 8 season, but it was a shaky start that hurt the boys from having a great year. Under the coaching of Jack Kennedy they came back to win 4 of the last 5 games to qualify for the CIAC Tournament and at press time had already reached the semi-finals. Some of this season's great moments were our two victories over arch rival Litchfield and our tremendous scoring effort in our win over Wamogo. Our team had great balance with our three top scorers, Ed Berch, Rob Kane, and Kit Alexander all averaging clos| to 15 points per game. They got a lot of scoring help from Dave Thulin, Greg Osowiecki and Larry Collins, the latter being the team's playmaker. Alexander was our top rebounder, but was followed closely by Osowiecki and Thulin. The second team played an important part because they had to be called on many times to help pull out a victory. This team consisted of Trim Conklin, Ed Waldron, Ray Batick, John Belonick, George Kasper, Jim Martone, Gary Packer, Vern Pont and Rich Axelly. With such a talented group of boys as this we should make a good showing in the State Tournament. 64 SCORES Bears 57 Alumni 59 Bears 78 Southbury 64 Bears 69 Washington .. .. 70 Bears 54 Wolcott 57 Bears 69 Wamogo .. 52 Bears 67 Terryville .... 56 Bears 69 Litchfield 59 Bears 70 Wolcott .... 71 Bears 56 Woodbury 55 Bears 58 LaSalette 53 Bears 72 Southbury ............. 61 Bears 70 Watertown ... ______________ 64 Bears 59 Washington ___________ 55 Bears 54 LaSalette .............. 56 Bears 90 Wamogo .............. . 69 Bears 71 Terryville ........... 63 Bears 69 Litchfield __________ 56 Bears 58 Watertown ............ 52 Bears 55 Woodbury _______________ 70 65 ROW 1, Left to Right: Belonik, Pont, Kryzanouski, Flynn, Nygren, Batick, Martin. ROW 2: Waldron, Wright, Packer, Mr. Hartford, Kasper, Axelby. Junior Varsity Under the great coaching of Mr. Hollis Hartford our Junior Varsity finished the year with one of the greatest records ever—a fabulous 16-2 mark. Gary Packer and Pete Johnston were the team's top scorers, but this great record was earned by the rest of the team also with a team effort every game. The younger stars wound up the year with seven victories and assured us of some very good teams in the next few years. Bears....48 Southbury_______________________ 14 Bears—.50 Washington _____________________ 41 Bears .58 Wolcott ....................... 39 Bears 45 Wamogo ....................... 37 Bears ..51 Terryville ................... 42 Bears 39 Litchfield ..................... 41 Bears 53 Wolcott _______________________ 32 Bears. .68 Woodbury ......_............... 43 Bears 59 La Salette .................. 45 Bears....64 Southbury_______________________ 56 Bears .45 Watertown ...................... 50 Bears 44 Washington ................... 42 Bears—63 La Salette______________________ 37 Bears 72 Wamogo ........................ 53 Bears .62 Terryville __...______________61 Bears....48 Litchfield .................... 43 Bears... 64 Watertown ______________________ 42 Bears —78 Woodbury ..................... 65 67 From left to right: Chandon, Westby, Esdale, S. Esdale, A., Hirleman, Lamontagne, Little, Andrade, Hannon, Hamernik, Grano. Cheerleaders ROW 1, left to Right: Labatt, Stirk, Kaniewski, Chjzinski, Bailey. ROW 2: Klaneski, Drzwecki, Tanski, Knox. ROW 3: Com, Taylor, Comaratiui, Morton. Girls Basketball This year the record of the girls' varsity basketball has shown much improvement compared to the previous years. Overall, the girls have played 15 games, ending their season with an 8-7 record. The team feels its improvement is due to the excellent coaching of Mrs. Charlotte Gallagher, the new coach. The girls are always full of determination and bear their losses as well as their victories. They have realized winning is not the main objective, but that friendship and good sportsmanship rank first in importance. The co-captains of the varsity squad are Barbara Kaniewski and Linda Stirk. Thomaston 29 Thomaston 25 Thomaston 22 Thomaston 23 Thomaston 29 Thomaston 44 Thomaston 25 Thomaston... 48 Thomaston 27 Thomaston 43 Litchfield ........... 35 Washington ___________ 35 Woodbury ............. 44 Southbury ..............11 Wamogo 35 Litchfield ............. 28 Washington ............. 39 Southbury ______________ 24 Woodbury 37 Wamogo _________________ 33 71 ROW I, Left to Right: Batick, Whalen, Parson, Holman, McCleary, Thompson. ROW II: Waldron, Puzake, Belonick, Kryzanowski, Pont, Holbrook, Wight, Brammer, Kane. ROW III: Kloss, Wright, Kasper, Berch, Waldron, Sullivan, Conklin, Packer, Dayton. Soccer This was a building season for T.H.S. soccer since the majority of players were sophomores. Even though they lacked experience, the enthusiasm and hard work of the members spurred the team on to a strong finish. The efforts of this year's seniors were a major factor in spurring the team on in some excellent games. They are: Trim Conklin, Eddie Birch, Frank Dayton, Robbie Cain, Bobby Waldron, and Tom Sullivan. Coach Kennedy is looking forward to some good talent coming up for the years ahead to replace our experienced Seniors. 72 ROW 1, Left to Right: Whitway, Krulicki, Pierpont, McManus. ROW 2: Larson, Pfeuffer, Sokulowski, Desrochers, Morris. ROW 3: Corriveau, Smith, Johnston, Lytle, Gobin, Kobyrn. Junior Varsity The junior varsity basketball team has completed a particularly good season this year, ending with a 5-5 record. Enthusiasm and determination were continuously displayed. Last fall, the J.V. had a fine turnout of freshmen who have excellent possibilities for forming a victorious varsity in the future. The co-captains of the junior varsity are Marlene Johnston and Christine Krulicki. Thomaston 26 Thomaston .... 5 Thomaston.-.. 17 Thomaston 16 Thomaston.... 7 Thomaston ... 8 Thomaston... 15 Thomaston .16 Thomaston....13 Thomaston .15 Litchfield ............. 24 Washington ........... 13 Woodbury ............... 14 Southbury .............. 20 Wamogo ________________ 18 Litchfield______________ 7 Washington _____________ 24 Southbury ............. 8 Woodbury ________________ 3 Wamogo _________________ 21 ROW 1, Left to Right: Brazee, Dusak, LaBatt, Foster, Smith, McCleary. ROW 2: K. Chandon, Kaniewski, Domaratius, J. Chandon, J. Kobryn. ROW 3: Guillet, long. Barks, Black, K. Kobryn, Morton. ROW 4: Coach Mrs. Gallagher, Manager Esdale, Wood, Johnston, Sullivan, Morris, Morris, C„ Grelo, Cyr, Manager Taylor. Field Hockey The girls' field hockey team at Thomaston High School continued to improve its win-loss record in its third year of existence. The first goal of the season was made by freshman Carole Foster in the starting game against Washington. Donna Labatt was chosen captain of the team by Mrs. Charlotte Gallagher, the coach. Optimistic hopes of a better season next year were expressed by Coach Gallagher and team members, for many outstanding players will return next fall to consist a better and victorious team. Thomaston.... 1 Thomaston___0 Thomaston___0 Thomaston___1 Thomaston___ 1 Thomaston___2 Thomaston 0 Thomaston___ 1 Thomaston.... 0 Thomaston 0 Washington_______________ 2 Litchfield________________5 Wamogo___________________ 4 Southbury _______________ 0 Woodbury_________________ 4 Washington________________2 Litchfield_______________ 6 Wamogo____________________0 Southbury_________________0 Woodbury_________________ 1 75 ROW 1, Left to Right: Mrs. Gallagher, adv., L. Sinkler, E. Black, D. Labatt, S. Wagner, G. Corriveau, D. Dente. ROW 2: C. Lytle, C. Kingsbury, L. Corriveau, S. Tanski, J. Kobryn. The Girls' Leadership Club, whose advisor is Mrs. Charlotte Gallagher, has many duties. Among them are cleaning up the locker room, setting up schedules for girls who do not participate in varsity sports, assisting with play days, intramural sports days and planning activities for various organizations. Among the spring activities planned by the club is a camping trip. Domaratius, 76 On to Victory 78 TAYLOR PUBLISHING COMPANY The World's Best Yearbooks Are Taylor-made”