Wachusett Regional High School - Wachusett Yearbook (Holden, MA)

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L “Her looks they were so mild, Free from affected pride.” Leominster High School. Basketball 1 ; Book Club 3. “Number please?” The professional sounding voice at the other end of the line might well be Carole’s, for she is one of Sterling’s “hello” girls. When she is not tending the switchboard, she might be found engaged in one of her favorite pastimes — knitting, horseback riding, or swimming. “To be merry becomes her.” Classical High School (Worcester). Honor Roll 1, 2, 3, 4; Class President 1: Class History Chairman 1: Variety Show 1; Yearbook Staff 1, 4; Basketball 1, 4; Glee Club 2. This tall, attractive brunette is one of the all-around girls of the class. “Julie” and cheerfulness go hand in hand, for one seldom sees her without a friendly smile. The co-eds at the University of Massachusetts had better prepare for some competition when “Julie” gets there! ariotte Oc ay “Dancing, the child of music and of love.” Major Edwards High School. Plays 1; Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Softball 2, 3; Junior Play Committee 3. Alice is musically gifted, and her talents have been displayed in the Glee Club and in the Senior Talent Show. Her ability to sing and dance will be a great asset to her in future years. 3 , lomas “Energy and perseverance conquer all things.” Bennington (Vermont) High School, Holden High School. Pro Merito; Honor Roll 1, 2, 3, 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Dramatics 1, 2, 4: Speech 1, 2, 3, 4; All-State Band 2, 3, 4; Basketball 3; Yearbook Staff 4; Senior Play 4; Honorable Mention. National Science Talent Search 4. “Cindy” certainly makes our class proud, for she is an excellent scholar. Her untiring zeal, spirit and initiative have won our admiration. We await with interest her achievements in the field of biochemical research. “Happy, merry, full of fun, Known and loved by everyone.” Holden High School. Pro Merito; Glee Club 1; Softball 2, 3; Basketball 2, 3, 4; Monitor 4; Yearbook Staff 4. Neatness of dress and a vivacious manner will always make “Jan” outstanding. To her the honor roll is very familiar. “Cram for an exam? Never!” As a medical technician she’ll be “tops.” l oxanne “If music be the food of love, play on.” Rutland High School. Basketball 1, 2, 3; Glee Club 1, 2, 3 (Sextet 1, 2, 3); All-State Chorus 3; Yearbook, Business Manager 4. “Sue” is always ready to chat and to enjoy a good time. She has a great liking for music and some day would like a singing career. She is also fond of sports and social affairs. “Sue plans to attend Salter Secretarial School. Good luck! “Good humor is goodness and wisdom combined.” Rutland High School. Pro Merito 3; Honor Roll 1, 2, 3. 4; Rambler Staff 1; Class Reporter 1; Good Government Day Representative 1; Basketball 1, 2, 3; Glee Club 1, 2, 3 (Sextet 1, 2, 3; Accompanist 1, 2, 3); All-State Chorus 2; Monitor 4. Gloria has a quick wit and ia a lot of fun when out with the “gang.” She is a good sport and can take any amount of teasing without becoming angry. Her comical antics and expressions have endeared her to her classmates. Her future ambition? To become a laboratory technician.

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“As carefree as the day is long.” Holden High School. Football 1. 2, 3, 4; Baseball Manager 2; Basketball Manager 2, 3; Class Treasurer 3; Class Vice- President 4; Yearbook Staff 4. “Dick” is well-liked by his classmates. He is always willing to help out when a good man is needed. He takes with him the good wishes of the Class of ’55 as he enters college. J! a nice l arlara St, evens “Politeness is to do and say The kindest thing in the kindest way.” Holden High School. Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Orchestra 1, 2. 3; Traveling Assembly Team 1, 2, 3; Sophomore Talent Assembly 2; Junior Talent Assembly 3. Janice is one of the most talented members of our class. Her tap dancing and trumpet playing have made her known to many. We’re sure she will be a great addition to any college in which she enrolls. = Ciflian iJonia evens “Always quiet and serene.” Rutland High School. Pro Merito 3; Honor Roll 2, 3; Glee Club 1. 2; Basketball 1. 2, : ( lass Secretary 2; Rambler Staff 3; Junior Prom Committee 3. A good-natured, quiet girl, “Toni” is always cheerful, willing and agreeable, no matter what comes up. She plans to become a secretary, and we know with her qualifications she will be a success. Yjina s4nn Stewart “Her air, her manners, all who saw admired; The joy of youth and health her eyes display’d, And ease of heart her every look convey’d.” Major Edwards High School. Softball 1. 2; Chorus 1, 2, 3; Sophomore Hop Committee 2; Basketball Manager 2. 3; Typist, School Paper 3; Cheerleader 3; Junior Prom Com- mittee 3; Girls’ State Representative 3; Junior Play Committee Yearbook Staff it. Expressive dark eyes and a sweet smile are only two of Nina’s many assets. Her cheery disposition combined with her love of tap dancing, swimming, bowling, and cooking give her a well-rounded personality. With her enthusiasm for work, we are sure success awaits her in the commercial field. “The reward of a thing well done is to have done it.” Classical High School (Worcester). Boys’ Glee Club 3; Chorus 3, 4; Dramatics 4; Senior Play 4; Yearbook Staff 4. Need any assistance w r ith that homework assignment? Just ask “Bob.” He’s always willing to help. He has that certain art of making friends easily, which will surely be a help in his future plans of becoming a pharmacist. “Such skill at the flute is rare indeed.” Leominster High School. Class Treasurer 1; Orchestra 1; Editorial Staff, Class Paper 3; Band (Librarian) 4. Nancy, despite her quiet, reserved manner, has a very gentle and friendly way. Her flute playing is by far her outstanding talent, and she is able to boast of occupying the first chair in the flute section of the All-State Band. Her patient and kind disposition should be a great asset in the fulfillment of her hopes to become a church youth advisor. “Slight is the subject but the praise not small.” Lenox School. Glee Club 1; Baseball 1; Basketball 1; Soccer I, 2; Dramatics 1, 2, 3, 4; J. V. Skiing 2; School Paper 2, 3; J. V. Hockey 3; Band 4; Senior Play 4. Who’s that sending the class into a fit of laughter? None other than Carl. Never is there a sad heart when he is around. He plans to go to college and then add a V.M.D. (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine) after his name.

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Who ' $ Who — DONE MOST FOR THE CLASS Rose DeLuca — Richard Phelps MOST POPULAR Maryanne Dowd — Robert Ford MOST VERSATILE Nancy Fletcher BEST STUDENTS Cynthia Thomas — Karl Benedict MATH SHARKS Joan Hodgson — Dix Davis BEST MUSICIANS Thyra Mollberg — Kenneth Perry CLASS ARTISTS Shirley Bavosi — Walter Gunderman BEST DANCERS Myrna Briggs — James Miles BEST-NATURED William Hale CLASS CUT-UPS Nancy Hughes — Robert Goodnow QUIETEST Edith Crawford — Richard Kemp MOST ARGUMENTATIVE Ruth Rondeau — Robert Gibbons CLASS OPTIMIST Margaret Scott CLASS PESSIMIST Clare Christmas LONG AND SHORT OF IT Prudence Buck — Raymond Philblade CLASS TARZAN Philip Clark CUTEST GIRL Joan Shortt BEST-LOOKING Ann Benedict — Edward Oldakowski NEATEST Frances Griffin — Ronald Flodman MOST POLITE Claire Flagg MOST MISCHIEVOUS Bruce Hanson MOST SOPHISTICATED Marcia Gordon WOMAN HATER Kenneth Korpi MAN HATER Emily Morrow BEST PALS Barbara Blaisdell and Carol Castro CLASS ROMEO Carl Paharik CLASS JULIET Janice Colvin BEST TIME-KILLERS Monitors NICEST EYES Joyce Johnson SWEETEST DIMPLES Regina Popko NICEST SMILE Beverly Powell CLASS LOAFER Donald Johnson MAKE THE FIRST MILLION Kingsley Doe MOST LIKELY TO SUCCEED Class of 1955