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

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30 VERCENNES HIGH SCHOOL receptionist in the famous Waldorf-Astoria in New York City. I have heard that she is wearing a lovely diamond on her third finger, left hana. Lucy Case is the star reporter for the Daily Cub, the newspaper ot newspapers. bhe met and married a teilow from Middlebury, and they are now living in Philadelphia, Pa. John Donnelly, the shortest boy in our class, is now a famous jockey. He gained nation-wide publicity in his famous runs at the Santa Anita Race T rack. Beverly Murphy took a home making course at UVM and is now a home Economics teacher in Brooklyn nigh School, Brooklyn, New York. Marguerite Robinson also joined the Women’s Air Force. She is now stationed in Egypt and has complete control of the flight tower in Cairo. Richard Charbonneau, the boy who broke so many girls’ hearts while ifi high school, is now a famous production manager for MCM. He met and married a very prettfy movie star and they are living right in Hollywood. Joan Husk is at home. During her spare time she teaches a class in dancing. Her special dance is the Charleston. Her class is called the Southern Belles” and they are soon to appear on television. Alice Tucker took a Civil Service Exam immediately upon graduation from high school. She was offered a job by the government and is now private secretary to the President him self. Joan Peabody entered nurses’ training and upon graduation accepted a position as nurse in St. Albans Nava! Hospital in St. Albans, L. I. Her ability to get along with boys in high school has enabled her to become quite popular nurse with the sailors and officers as well. Allen Fleming turned out to be the inventor of the class. He is now work ing out west on a special invention which will make it possible for all students to receive straight A’s and pass all tests without a bit of studying or worrying. I am sure if his invention is a success it will be approved by students all over the world. Lorraine Andrews married and settled down to be a perfect housewife. She and her husband are living on a farm and they have a cute pair of twins. Barbara Beach has opened a resort in Tampa, Florida. If is called the Come and Throw Your Cares Away Club.” May I advise any of you who may be planning a vacation to visit Barbara. I am sure she can help you too. Marguerite Lawrence was employed by the Burlington Free Press as stenographer upon graduation. She has since rhen married a cute little Frenchman and they now own their own farm in Farmingdale, New Jersey. They also have three children. Jane Barnard attended UVM and she is now teaching the fifth grade in Burlington. She also met and married a fellow from Burlington. DeLisle Flynn is now appearing with the Roxyettes at the Roxy Theatre in New York City. She obtained her experience in the Senior Play while in high school. Judith O’Connor opened a girls’ school in Des Moines, Iowa. Her pleasing personality has made her very well liked by all her students. Now for myself, I took a Civil Service Exam after graduation. The government offered me a position with the Commerce Department and I am now in Madrid, Spain. My husband whom I met and married in Arizona is also stationed here in Madrid with the United States Air Force. Now as I look this over, I wonder what changes will take place and what will happen to our class within the next few years. I feel confident that the graduation of the class of ’52 was a much needed addition to this big wide wonderful world. Emma Schondube ’52

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BLUE AND WHITE 29 CLASS PROPHECY It has been some time sinjce gradua tion and I have been reminiscing a bout the good old times we used to have at V. H. S. Maybe I can recall to mind what some of my old friends are doing and relate their experiences to you. You may find some of them amusing, as I know I have. John Stephens entered college and he has since then taken over his father’s position as the local pharmacist. He is married and the proud father of two children. He is also running in the city’s next election for mayor. Lucille Barrows joined the Women’s Air Force shortly after graduation. She is now stationed in Washington, D. C., and is a secretary for a naval officer. Colleen Bargfrede entered nurse’s training and is now running her own nursing home in Middlebury. Oh yes, she also married a state trooper we used to see her talking with after school. Richard Tarte is now playing professional basketball with the Celtics of Boston. He is married and owns a beautiful home on Cape Cod and has five lovely children. Helen Looby has her own specialty piano show at the famous Stork Club in New York City. She used to thrill all her fellow students with her jazz and her version of “Whispering.” Marilla Place entered the Mary Fletcher Hospital for nurse’s training and she has since then married Dick Sorrell. Since she is now staying at home, her training has helped her in taking care of her husband and children. After graduation, Lucille Little was employed by the New York Times. She is editor of the Love-lorn Column as she has had quite a bit of experience with cupid himself. Her advice must be pretty good because she is now married to joe Hebert. Winona Litttle is now the proud owner of the Taffy Beauty Salon” in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Her special hair style “The Fanfare” is known throughout the United States and so is her chop chop hair cut. Vergennes now proudly boasts a-bout their new theater, owned and operated by Harold Charbonneau and Raymond Bodette. It is situated where the park used to be and contains all the modern conveniences, such as soft plush seats which may be tilled back for real comfort. Upon entering the theater it is necessary to remove your shoes and check them so you wiil not soil the costly oriental rugs. Sally Bristol is employed by Conover’s Model Agency. She is married to Jim McNulla and they own a beautiful home on Park Avenue. Pauline Cibeault attended Castle-ton Teachers’ College and has taken over Mrs. Bodette’s position as French teacher at Vergennes High School. After graduation Lucille Cunningham obtained a stenographic position with the Prudential Life Insurance Company and is now the office supervisor. She married Eddie Nelson and they are now living in Burlington. George Bell is now the owner of a ranch in Texas. It is called the ‘‘Triple Bell Spread.” Let me warn any of those who may be planning on paying him a visit—he’s known . as “Sharpshooter Bell.” Rita Charlebois now owns the Middlebury Inn which has obtained nation wide fame. She met and married a fellow from Middlebury. Joanne Charbonneau now teaches twirling. She has an exceptional class known as the ‘‘Swing and Sway Twirl aways.” She obtained all her experience in high school as star majorette. John Fisher turned out to be the farmer of the class. He is running his father’s farm in Addison. I have heard that he is also raising a family. Joyce Larrow is a fashion designer iq Paris. I am sure you must have all seen her very latest hat creation which they call “Cone with the Wind” Ruth Vincent is a desk clerk and

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BLUE AND WHITE ADDRESS TO THE UNDERCLASSMEN As our glorious high school days are drawing to a close, we, the Senior Class ot I S 52, would like to leave a little advise to the underclassmen. We’re sure if you follow these insrruc tions faithfully you will succeed almost anywhere. If you want to be an all round sort of person, see Helen Looby. She not only has played basketball tor four years, but has played in the band, and orchestra; as well as being a patrol and drill team member. She surely has school spirit! Anyone need some answers to farming problems? I’m sure that John Fish er could put an end to your troubles. He really has the knowledge for such problems. Right, John? Boys, are you having trouble with your gal? See Harold Charbonneau for some helpful advice. He surely has the “know-how!” Would anyone like to get some inside secrets on how to keep boys company in Korea? Delisle Flynn seems to have some very good ideas that work wonders. Would you really like to learn how to be a speed expert on the typewriter? See Marguerite Lawrence. It can truthfully be stated that if there were an enforced speed limit on the typewriter, Marguerite would be fined constantly. Are you having difficulties trying to study in a noisy study hall? ‘‘Judy” O’Connor has proved that she can do it. Must be the ear-plugs! Do you feel low, cranky, and cross? Jane Barnard and Lorraine Andrews have a few secrets on how to keep smiling, (come what may you might find it helpful.) Anyone need lessons on how to keep quiet and enjoy it? Maybe George Bell could give the answers. I’m sure he has them! Need to get somewhere in a hurry? I think Joan Peabody has an answer to your problem. She can practically be somewhere before she starts. Do you like to talk in study hall? See Marilla Place; she talks quite a bit but seldom gets caught. Is it assignments, Marilla? Want to learn how to drive a truck in three easy lessons? See Allen Fleming for that needed art. Need lessons on how to be a good majorette? See Sally Bristol. She has led the band now for 2 years. Are you seeking knowledge in the line of basketball and baseball? Richard Tarte, I’m sure, can help you. Want to be liked by the teachers? Sea John Donnelly. He has the right technique. Do you need to learn how to be an efficient secretary? Rita Charlebois, Emma Schondube, Lucille Little, Lucille Cunningham, Lucille Barrows and Pauline Gibeault are doing good jobs around V.H.S., and I’m sure could give you numerous suggestions. Need a knack on how to drive the teachers nutty? Lucy Case has acquired quite an art. Maybe she’ll let you in on a few so you can try your luck. Want to be both an athlete and a Casanova? See John Stephens. He’s both! Having trouble with your fella straying? Ruth Vincent sure has a technique. Must be Spot has a magnetic heart and Ruth Jias a magnet! Need help on how to make witty remarks and get away with it? I’m sure loan Husk has a few she’ll share with you. Would you like to be small and still be seen? Alice Tucker is both. It’s really Alice’s personality that shines through. Do you need some help with a hammer? ‘‘Bud” Bodette can give you lessons on how to hammer and yet not hammer your thumbs. Do you have trouble about getting caught reading notes in class? ‘‘Bev” Murphy has a really ‘‘sharp” technique Practically fool-proof! (Continued on page 37)