Vergennes Union High School - Blue and White Yearbook (Vergennes, VT)

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BLUE AND WHITE 19 CLASS HISTORY As we look back on our first experiences at Vergennes High School we find that some memories have become very dim and others remain very vivid in our minds. At our first class meeting soon after the opening of school we elected the following class officers: President, James McNulla; Vice President, Alan Russett; Secretary, Alma Danyow; and Treasurer, Dorothy Jaquith. On initiation day we were asked to dress in unique clothes which, for the girls consisted of long underwear, and for the boys, dresses, both with the proper accessories. After this terrible but memorable incident, initiation day was forgotten. That evening we were officially accepted as members of Vergen-nes High School at a reception given by the seniors. At the close of our first year, the Class picnic was held at Bayside where everyone had a good time. One of the activities of our first year which proved to be an interesting one, was our trip to Burlington to visit the Freedom Train. Except for our President, James McNulla, whom we elected for the second term, we left the sophomore activities up to a different slate of officers— Vice-President, Jack Stebbins; Secretary, Helen Field; and Treasurer, Gwen McGrath. The class voted to give Mrs. Thurber a Sheaffer pen and pencil set as a go-ing-away present. To conclude our sophomore year we all enjoyed a class picnic at Ethan Allen Park. To get off to a good start for our Junior year we elected the following class officers: President, Jack Stebbins Vice-President, Helen Field; Secretary, Elaine French; and Treasurer, James McNulla. In order to raise money for our Junior Prom we had two raffles. The traditional Thanksgiving turkey was a raffle prize, and at Easter we raffled a ham. Also, we had two food sales whose proceeds likewise went towards the expenses of the Prom. One evening during the latter part of October the class journeyed to Middle-bury to see Margaret Webster’s production of “Julius Caesar.” We all enjoyed the superb acting very much. As May approached, we started planning for that big event the Junior Prom. This year we decided to have something entirely different. We dispensed with the Storm of Colors and in its place we had the gym highly decorated with a night-club motif. With multi colored crepe paper strips we lowered the ceiling to about a height of twenty-five feet. We had small, white linen covered tables at intervals around the edge of the dance floor. They were lighted with small lamps. The big eye catcher of the evening was the simulated silver bar. It sparkled and glistened in the dimly lit room. This bar was attended by four boys in white linen waiters’ jackets. The Ambassadors from Barre furnished the music for dancing. Everyone thought this was the most beautiful Prom ever presented, and. of course, we thought so, too. Helen Field and Florence Poulin were selected as delegates to Girls’ State. The alternates were Grace Hawkins and Marion Moorby. James Hanna Jack Stebbins and Francis Hoose were chosen for Bovs’ State. Upon their return they were requested to speak before many groups in Vergennes to relate the purposes and activities of these projects. Jack Stebbins was chosen at Boys’ State to represent Vermont at -Boys’ Nation in Washington, D. C. Not only the junior class, but also the city of Vergennes was very proud of Jack’s receiving this honor. James McNulla was chosen from Vergennes High School to go to the United Nations headquarters at Lake Success where he saw the U. N. in action. (Continued on page 26)

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18 VERGENNES HIGH SCHOOL Regina Dorothy Yattaw Jean Motto: ‘‘Find A Way Or Make One” Girls' Chorus 1,2,3, Religion 1, Junior Prom Committee 3, Senior Play Committee 4. Regina is a pleasant senior who is ready and willing to help in class activities. We know she will be a success in anything she attempts. We wish you the best of luck in the future, Jean. Class Motto: After the Battle, the Reward CLASS SONG FOR ’51 Tune—“There’s a Tree In the Meadow” As we leave dear Vergennes High We want you to know Our thoughts will ever lie with you. Wherever we go. We shall always remember, To life’s very end 'Phe pleasures that we have found With our teachers and friends. We are leaving Vergennes High. Our school work is done, And we find it hard to say goodbye This class of Fifty-one. Elaine French. ’51 Class Colors: Blue and Silver Class Flower: Lily of the Valley Class Bird: Bluebird

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20 VERGENNES HIGH SCHOOL CLASS WILL We, the class of nineteen hundred and fifty-one, having sound bodies and minds and having attained the zenith of wisdom in the remarkable space of four years, do hereby bequeath to the worthy recipients the following priceless gifts: To the future Senior class of 1952, we leave a private study hall, equipped with plush seats, snack bar, radio, and a supply of your favorite records to play when you’re tired of studying. The teachers may use this room by special permission from the Seniors. To Robert Stebbins, Edmond Atkins leaves a pair of jet-propelled roller skates so that Bob won’t always be just two minutes late for school. To Helen Looby, Sidney Barnard leaves his limousine jalopy, with his apologies if it doesn’t prove to be a good taxi for the class trips. To Winona Little, Janice Clark leaves her position as fastest writer in the shorthand class. Just a little practice will do wonders, Winona. To Joyce Larrow, Alma Danyow leaves a book entitled “How to Do the Charleston in Fifteen Easy Lessons.’ Maybe you’ll decide to stick to the old-fashioned waltz when you see what Alma’s version is, Joyce. To Joanne Charbonneau, Helen Field leaves her position as head of the class. We know you’ll make it, Joanne, if you are as diligent as Helen. To Patricia Little, Elaine French leaves her clarinet. Maybe it’ll help you to get into the band at last. Pat. To Raymond Bodette, Roger Gi-beault leaves the English class in stitches. We hope you can keep it as lively as Roger did, Bud. To John Donnelly. James Hanna leaves a few inches of his height, to be used only on special occasions. To Joan Peabody, Grace Hawkins leaves her quiet, unassuming manner. Not that you really need it Joan, but it may help to keep the hallway quieter. To the Junior Class, Helen Haw- kins leaves a supply of handkerchiefs for the tears they will shed when the Seniors graduate. To Mike McGrath, Alan Holmes leaves a pair of crepe soled shoes, so that Mike can walk softy into the study hall. To Paul Ripchik, Francis Hoose leaves his quiet, peaceful manner. We understand that you’re not really loud, Paul. To Alice Tucker, Dorothy Jaquith leaves five inches of her long, blond hair. Still, it might look out-of-place on you. Alice. To Colleen Bargfrede, Gwendolyn McGrath leaves her place as class de-bator That is, if you can beat the opposition. Colleen. To Richard Tarte, James McNulla leaves his ability to boast about his basketball playing. You can use a little practice, Dick, but don't go too far. To George LeBeau, George Moorby leaves his ability to tease the girls and get away with it. Be careful though, George, when their tempers begin to boil. To Lucy Case, Marion Moorby leaves a few of her numerous boy friends and corresponding problems. However, try to keep just one at a time, Lucy. To the Blue and White Staff. Florence Poulin leaves a supply of French poems, so that the French editors may take it easy next year. To John Stephens, George Rose leaves a book entitled, “How to Win an Argument on Any Subject.” To use especially in American History class. To nobody, Alan Russett leaves nothing. because he says he needs everything he has. To John Fisher, John Stebbins leaves his loud colors. It may cover up for your shyness, John. To Raymond Plankey. Joyce Tracy leaves her drawing ability. You’ll make a fine artist, as we can tell by some of the work you have done for the Blue and White. (Continued on page 24)