Watkins Glen High School - Senecan Oracle Yearbook (Watkins Glen, NY)

Text from Pages 1 - 36 of the 1947 volume:

THE ORACLE 1947 Published by THE SENIOR CLASS of WATKINS GLEN HIGH SCHOOL The Oracle Staff Editor-in-Chief Associate Editors Art Editor Junior Editor Sophomore Editor Freshman Editor Business Manager Circulation Manager Photography Faculty Adviser Florence Burton Thomasina O'Rourke Albert Rondinaro James Smith Julia Specchio Paul Paradiso Harry Suits Betty Stanton Barbara Millen Carl Isley June Burnett Phyllis Tinker Albina Arcangeli Tony Ferry Warren E. Hertenstein THE SENIOR CLASS OF 1947 DEDICATES THIS YEAR-BOOK IN HONOR OF THE MEN AND WOMEN FROM WATKINS GLEN HIGH SCHOOL WHO GAVE THEIR LIVES IN WORLD WAR II FOR THE PRINCIPLES OF JUSTICE. FREEDOM AND DEMOCRACY. CORDON BAILEY BERNARD JOSEPH BARILE ELMO LEE BERRY ROBERT BUDD KENNETH HOWELL DAVIS GEORGE HAROLD DOJ-SON THOMAS FENNELL ERNEST FILIPPETtl CARROLL GROSJEAN HELEN E. HICKS GEORGE HARING HUGHEY EARL A. JENNINGS WILLIAM D. KNAPP. .JR. CWARLES j. lapre JOHN UNCO. RUSSELL LU COCK S.-'V FRANK SEVERNE MILLEN FREDERICK L MORAN ROBERT S. NICHOLS JAMES J. N1TCHE JOSEPH NOVAK JAMES G. OSTERHOUDT. JR. FRANK PA GALLO ■JOSEPH F. RICHARDSON LAUREN RICHTMYER WALTER SCOTT ONAVO L. SMITH . -LOUIS RUF SMITH 'WALTER F. SMITH BRUCE L.TEEMLEY MARK L.TITUS PHILIP SIMS WALSH VZiir iim AND m •-.I - 1917 1919 TO THE MEMORY OF THE MEMBERS OF WATKINS HIGH SCHOOL WHO GAVE THEIR LIVES TO THEIR COUNTRY IN THE WORLD WAR WILLIAM COON HAROLD FORSTER CLARENCE SILVERN AIL THIS TABLET ERECTED IN 1947 REPLACES THE ORIGINAL TABLET DESTROYED IN THE 1929 FIRE. I Board of Education Dr. A. H. Jackson, President Estella McW. Herr John H. Hoare Harry J. Suits Harry A. Sebring Dominick E. Fraboni Harold R. Ely. Clerk Faculty Frank A. Cole Leona Everts John H. Bolton Warren Hertcnstein. Princip.il Northwestern University Evanston, III. B.S. M.S. A. C. Munson. Vice-Principal State Teachers College Albany, N. Y. B.S. Harriette Allen Syracuse University A.B. M. A. English D. D. Harkness Cornell M.S. Agriculture Naomi Roberts Elmira B.S. Commercial Orval Perry Alfred, Cornell A.B. M.A. History Mildred Denson Grace Gaige Fredona State Teachers Miss Beardsley's Private B.S. in Education Com'l School. Elmira Music Secretary to Principal Marjorie Perry Elmira B.S. Commercial Mary Whiting Park College A.B. History Raymond Bailey Lucy Viglione Eastman School of Music Elmira B.M. A.B. Band French Marie Bailey Ithaca B.S. Physical Training Mary Babcock Elmira A.B. English Francis Blake Cortland Physical Education Armida LaMoreaux Cornell A.B. English Ellen Parker Syracuse. Buffalo B.S. Arts Marian Turner Columbia B.S. Homemaking Elizabeth Haughey Syracuse B.S. Commercial Dominick Giambo Oswego B.S. Industrial Arts Robert Hall Alfred B.S. M.A. Science John Goctchius Minnesota B.S. English Louise Stillman Marquette A.B. L.S. Lattin-English Myrtle Miiler St. Joseph's Hospital R.N. Nurse Helen Rogers Rochester Dental D.H. Dental Hygiene Justin F.isenhart Secretary to Principal 19 4 7 THE ORACLE 19 4 7 Class Officers President..........................................Helen Frost Vice-President ------ Albert Rondinaro Secretary..................................Albina Arcangeli Treasurer...................................Thomasina O’Rourke Business Manager ------ Paul Paradiso Assistant Business Manager - Phyllis T inker Faculty Adviser............................Raymond Bailey BRUCE ADAMS. Bruce is of the more intelligent members of our group. Through his four years in high school he has shown remarkable scholastic ability. Because of this he was chosen as one of the top honor students of the Senior Class. In Bruces Junior year was selected by the Rotary Club as a delegate to Empire Boys State at Manlius. During his Senior year his many friends elected him to the honored position of Mr. W.G.H.S.. which he highly deserved. Bruce, after completion of his high school course, plans on further schooling in the field of psychiatry. ALBINA ARCANGELI. Albina, more commonly known as Beanie, is the shortest member (4 ft. 10 to be exact) of our class. Beanie is proof that good things come in small packages. She proves her popularity with her classmates by being elected to Treasurer in her Freshman year. President in her Junior year and Secretary in her Senior Year. Beanie never refused to help at any time. She helped with Freshman Field Day. Sophomore Hop. Junior Prom. Sadie Hawkins Day Dance and Senior Ball. Albina s personality and character, so well liked by the whole student body, came to a head when she was chosen to the position of Miss W.G.H.S.. an honor she righfully deserved. As for future plans, she is a little mixed up. but going to business school has been considered. 19 4 7 THE ORACLE 19 4 7 ALBERT AUSTIN. Albert, better known to most of his schoolmates as Frankie, joined our class during our Senior year. Although he has not been with us long, due to the fact that he served two years in Uncle Sam's Navy, we all know him for his pleasing personality and charm. Frank has not taken an active part as a leader of class activities, but he has always been a willing helper. As far as sports are concerned, before entering the service he took an active part in baseball, basketball and volleyball intramurals. He was a member of varous clubs, among them being the Bird Club and the Future Farmers of America. We wish Frank success in any of his future undertakings. FLORENCE BURTON. Burt is that girl whose name is always on the honor roll — in fact she is class Valedictorian. Yet Burt is living proof that one can be studious and still be popular. As class President in her Sophomore year she proved her executive ability. Being active in all intramurals and class activities which includes Freshmen Feld Day. Sophomore Hop. Sadie Hawkins Dance. Junior Prom. Election Day Dinner and Senior Ball, shows that Burt is an all around gal. Very appropriate was her role as “Lizzie , the simply hysterical girl, in the Senior Play. Chosen by her classmates as Editor-in-Chief of the Oracle Staff is an honor Florence well deserved. Her musical aspirations were exemplified in her work in the band and the Glee Club. Florence is one of the few Seniors who has definite plans concerning her future. Next year she will begin her studies at Keuka College. MARJORIE CLEVELAND. Marjorie is Moreland’s contribution to our class. She is better known to all as Margie. Margie is one of our girls who is blessed with the loveliest blonde hair and cute figure. She is always neat and quiet. Her figure is always dressed in the most stylish clothes. Although she has only participated in a few class activities, such as waitress during the Election Day Dinner and usher at the Senior Play. Margie played intramural sports in basketball, volleyball, badminton and softball. Margie has no plans to the future, but you can bet she will always make good. FRANK CONTE. Frank is another one of the more quiet members of our class. He is also one of the more reliable members. When any work was to be done, we could always count on Frank. He helped with the Freshmen Field Day. the Sophomore Hop. Sadie Hawkins Dance, the Junior Prom and the Senior Ball. Frank did an excellent job of assisting with the sound effects for the Senior Play. He took part in all sports and intramurals during his four years of high school. Frank is to be recognized as a most active person. With all his likeable traits, we know he will be a success in life. JO ANN COYKENDALL. Jo Ann is one of the more quiet members of our class, who has taken part in activities such as Election Day Dinner. Senior Ball and Senior Play usher. Jo Ann has taken no considerable part in class offices during her high school years, yet she has been very active in basketball intramurals and in other various sports. As to Jo's further schooling she is going on to Arnot Ogdon Hospital to study nursing. With Jo Ann’s pleasing smile and personality we know she'll make a great success of her life-long ambition. 19 4 7 THE ORACLE 19 4 7 EDITH DECKER. ' Every class has one” is a phrase describing Edic. for she is our own Baby. To date only 1 5 years and 5 months old makes Edith the baby of the class by a wide margin. This tender age has not stopped her from being especially active in sports though. She has been really active in intramurals, including basketball. volleyball and speedball. all her four years here. In her third year she was a member of our excellent Glee Club. When the class asked for volunteers to work at the Election Day Dinner, you can be sure Edith was one of them. She will return next year for further schooling and then plans on attending an Elmira business school. We wish Edith all the luck in the world. ANTHONY FERRY. Tony, as he is called, is one swell guy! Friends with everyone and the idol of younger boys, prove his popularity. He has been outstanding in the field of sports, participating in basketball, baseball, touch tackle and softball intramurals. He took active part in the Physical Fitness Demonstration during all four of his high school years. During the Election Day Dinner. Tony was one of the guy’s with dishpan hands and to him we must credit all the sound effects for the Senior Play. Since he has a great interest and talent for photography, he was made Photography Editor of the Oracle Staff. With his strength and physique we are sure Tony will succeed in his future work. HELEN FROST. Helen, one of the class’s honor students, is our President. This is an office she rightfully deserves. She showed this by her good work as Vice-president in her Junior year. She has participated in Freshmen Field Day. Sophomore Hop. Sadie Haw kins Dance. Junior Prom. Election Day Dinner. Senior Ball and played ’Ellen” in the Senior Play Helen had her sport’s interest also, which included softball, speedball. volleyball and basketball. She has been in the Physical Education Demonstration. During her Junior year she was a delegate to Girls State. Frosty, as most of the kids call her. plans on going to Nazareth College in Rochester. ANNETTE HAGER. Our one and only Mabel is Valois’ contribution to the class of ’47. She is another of the eight highest. From her Freshmen year on up. Annette has been really active in class enterprises. By enterprises we mean the Sophomore Hop. Junior Prom. Senior Ball. Sadie Hawkins Dance and the Election Day Dinner. In our Junior year Mabel was our able class Secretary. No one will ever forget her portrayal of “Aunt Tillie” in Aunt Lillie Goes to Town.” Annnete’s lovely alto voice was put to use in the Glee Club during her last two years in school. As fas as extracurricular activities are concerned Annette's interest turned to sports by her part in intramurals and cheerleading. As to future plans Annette is another Senior who has been accepted by Keuka. LE ROY HOAGLAND As an ex soldier Roy earned himself the nickname “Jeep.” by which he is known to most. Roy is that very rare studious type, who came to learn, and that's that. He took time off to help in various activities, among them are the Senior Ball. Election Day Dinner and helped usher at the Senior Play. The best words with which to describe him are a pleasant guy with a real sense of humor. From present indications Roy is that ready-to-settle-down type — so for future plans, consult Margie.” V 19 4 7 19 4 7 THE ORACLE CAROLINE JANOWSKY. Caroline is one of those sweet Seniors with a smile for everyone. Her quiet and well-mannered behavior have won for her many friends. Caroline is another of the girls whose name is on top of the list of honor students of the class. She has been very active in all intramurals during her years in high school. Caddy has been active on occasions when the class needed a per on such as she. She worked at the Senior Play as usher, checked coals at the Senior Ball and worked hard at the Election Day Dinner. She is intelligent and we arc sure that Caroline will make a success of her life. She will return next year as a post graduate, then she will go to Arnot-Ogdon as a student nurse. ELIZABETH KUTTNER A pleasant pigie and a dimpied cheek arc well known traits of our classmate. Bette Kuttncr. She has been very active in class activities, which include Ereshman Field Day. Sophomore Hop. Junior Prom. Election Day Dinner and Senior Bail. As class treasurer in our Junior year, she proved to be an efficient bookkeeper. Bette did not have a hard time acting out the part of Pamela Marsh as she proved it in her fine performance of it. She has her athletic interests also, participating in intramurals in basketball mainly, throughout all four years in high school. Bette is the girl who is hard to know and hard to forget. JOYCE ANN LOVE. Joyce is our popular Senior from Burdctt and class Salutatorian. Just one of the many newcomers in our Freshman year, she made herself known by her work in class projects. such as Freshman Field Day. Sophomore Hop. Sadie Hawkins Dance. Junior Prom. Senior Ball and Election Day Dinner. Joyce was an asset to the Senior Play in her good work as prompter. She spends most of her extra-curricular hours in various sports such as basketball, baseball, volleyball and spcedball. As a Soprano she has been a member of the Glee Club. Joyce will attend Keuka next fall. ANN MC ILROY. Ann is one of the many blondes in our class. Really quick to smile and a giggle to remember, have brought Ann many pals. Class undertakings have always held an interest to Ann and she worked to make a success of the Sophomore Hop. In her third and fourth years in high school she was a member of the Glee Club. During all four years she has been especially active in intramurals and in her third year she was a member of the newly organized band. When committees for the Senior Ball and the Senior Play asked for volunteers. Ann was among them. We arc sure that Annie's pleasing personality will make many new friends for her as she goes thru life. MARY LOIS MILLER. Mary Lois, as she is known and called by her many friends, is one of the quieter, but none the less, capable members of our class. She has served on various committees during her four years in school, among them being Sadie Hawkins Dance. Election Day Dinner and Senior Play usher. In the field of sports she has been active in intramurals during the first three years in high school. In her Senior year she worked hard to help serve we students the best of meals in the cafeteria. Mary is not sure of her future plans, but she does know her career is going to be nursing. 19 4 7 THE ORACLE 19 4 7 HERBERT OLIVER. A likeable guy is Herbie. He is one of the more quiet members of the class. A ready grin and willingness to be friendly has made many friends for Herb. He has been active in both agriculture and sports. Herb has taken part in intramurals in volleyball and softball. He has been a member of Future Farmers of America. Herbie will continue on with his farming and we wish him all the success in the world. THOMASINA O'ROURKE. Tommy is one of the girls in our class who is interested in athletics. She is also one of our most active mambers. Tommy participated in intramurals of speedball. basketball, softball and volleyball, and was in the Ahlctic Association and the Physical Fitness Demonstration. To her great line of extra activities we may add Freshman Field Day. Sadie Hawkins Dance, Junior Prom. Election Day Dinner. Senior Ball and paper staff. Tommy was a cheerleader in her Junior and Senior years. With her soprano voice, she entered the Glee Club in her Junior year. Because she was popular with her classmates, she was selected to the office of Treasurer in both Sophomore and Senior years. After graduation Tommy will attend the Nazareth College in Rochester. Good luck to you. Thomasina. PAUL PARADISO. Paul, known to most of his friends as Frenchy. Pairadiddic. or Garcon. is our classmate with the ideas. Since our Freshman year. Paul has contributed many original ideas as well as hours of his time. He has helped on committees of Freshman Field Day. Sophomore Hop. Sadie Hawkins Day Dance. Junior Prom. Autumn Frolic. Senior Ball and Election Day Dinner. As Mr. Luther Lorrimore in the play. Paul proved his dramatic ability. In the line of sports. Paul has been most active in basketball and volleyball intramurals. He served two years writing for the school paper. Since he took business matters seriously and did a job good, he was elected to the offices of Assistant Business and Business Man ager in his first and fourth years respectively. The class wishes Paul success in all of his future undertakings. ALBERT RONDINARO. Rondy. one of our returned vets, entered our class this year. He has been really active in all intramurals and belonged to the Boys Athletic Club in his first years here. He worked as a waiter at the Election Day Dinner and played the part of Charlie One Lung in the Senior Play. He was appointed to the Oracle Staff and was elected Vice-President of our class. We arc sure that Albert will make a success of his life because he is a serious and hard worker. JAMES SMITH. Jimmy is that member of the class who looks down on us from his 6 ft. 6 in., whose main interest is in sports. He played Varsity basketball during his last 3 years in high school. Smitty. as he is often called, was Assistant Business Manager in his Freshman year and Business Manager during his Sophomore year, offices he rightfully deserved. His strength gave him a place in the Physical Education Demonstration during his Junior and Senior years. In his third year he was sponsored by Seneca Post. No. 55 5, American l.egion. as a delegate to Boys State at Manlius. He has been very active in class affairs which include Freshman Field Day. Sophomore Hop. and Junior Prom. As for other activities Smitty was on the Oracle Staff and in the band playing the sax. Jimmy is going to continue on with his father in the printing business. 19 4 7 19 4 7 THE ORACLE PHILIP SMITH. Phil, the guy with the ‘40 Buick. hails from Montour Falls. A new-comer in our Freshman year, his care-free and self-confident manner, soon won many friends. He took part in our Freshman Field Day and in our Junior year helped decorate for our memorial Prom. In his Sophomore year he was elected by the class to the Vice-Presidency: a position he capably filled. The Elks chose him to attend Boys State in his Junior year. Come the Election Day Dinner. Phil worked hard delivering meals to unfortunates who could not get to the Jefferson. As Ronald Howland in the Senior Play. Phil really proved his ability to act. He plans on attending Cornell and we aie sure that Phil will succeed in life. JULIA SPECCHIO. Judy, our own Gilda . is one of the more noisy Seniors. (Not that we don’t like her for it.) Judy has always been active in class affairs whether it was the Freshman Field Day or the Senior Ball, she has always done her best to contribute to their success. Judy has been a member of the Student Standard Staff for four years and this year was chosen Editor-in-Chief. In her Junior year she was selected by the Elks to attend Girls State. Judy was also a member of the Glee Club for two years. She has been active in all sports, including all intramurals and demonstrations. She was a Varsity Cheerleader during her Junior and Senior years. As Lucinda in the Senior Play. Judy really made a hit. Judy, is a member of the class no one will ever forget. She will attend Beautician School in Elmira starting in January. CARL STANDISH. Carl is the guy with the pleasant smile which always attracts and always gets a Hi Carl.” He is a rather quiet guy and appears bashful (not really though). Carl has participated in intramurals and has studied vocational agriculture all four years of his high school career. Since he is an outstanding student in agriculture, his classmates elected him to the office of President of the Future Farmers of America Club for the past two years. Carl plans to work on his farm. We know Carl will always succeed. BETTY STANTON. Bet is that Senior with that wonderfully natural artistic talent. To look the part of Doctor Bing” in the Senior Play had to force any trace of that natural friendly smile away. Betty has helped the class in its projects by printing beautiful posters and as a waitress for the Election Day Dinner. She has also been active in intramurals and her part in the Glee Club. In her last year in school Betty was elected by her class as Art Editor of the Oracle and we sincerely hope that she will be able to continue her schooling in art. VELMA STUGART. Velma, sometimes called Stubby, is rather silent, but always a cheerful member of our class. She has participated in many activities of our class. She has helped with Freshman Field Day. Sophomore Hop. Junior Prom. Sadie Hawkins Day Dance. Election Day Dinner and Senior Ball. Velma took part in the Glee Culb. J-V Cheerleading, played in intramurals and in the Physical Fitness Demonstration during her spare time. As Mrs. Tillie Tucker. she made an appalling success in the Senior Play. When Velma sets out to do something, she carries it out. so we know she'll make out OK with her training at the Willard Hospital. 19 4 7 THE ORACLE 19 4 7 HARRY SUITS. Bud. as he is better known, is one of the Seniors who may be classified as an all-around guy. Being very athletic. Bud has participated in many intramural sports, including basketball, football and volleyball. During his Junior and Senior years he played on the football team and in his Sophomore and Junior years on the baseball team. Bud took part in the Physical Education Demonstration during his Sophomore and Junior years. As Mervin Tucker’’ in the Senior Play, he revealed a great talent for acting. His Senior year brought him more activities in which he participated willingly. These activities were Oracle Staff. Senior Ball committee and delivery boy on the Election Day Dinner. DORA SWITZER. Dorie is another of our quiet Seniors who has made many friends because of her ready smile. We dare say that Dora is one of the first to smile when smiles are wanting. She has been very active in sports through her four years here. What an efficient waitress she is.” could be a statement made by those who saw her working at the Jefferson (Election Day Dinner). She worked to make the Senior Ball a success also. We hope that Dorie will get all that she deserves out of life. PHYLLIS TINKER. Popular with her classmates is our Phyl. She is one of the many who joined our class in the Freshman year. Phyl has been a good worker, never refusing to help. She was class Secretary in our Sophomore year and Assistant Businness Manager in our Senior year. During her Senior year she helped with Election Day Dinner as hat check girl. Phyl did an excellent job as Managing Editor of the Oracle. Her name is one which has been on the honor roll since her Freshman year. Phyl’s future plans are related closely to her high school commercial course as she is going to be a secretary. We know she will succeed as she has always been on top. WALTER WOOD. Woody, another of our returned yets, is a swell guy! He served in the service overseas. He quickly gained new and lasting friendships because of his wonderful personality. His is not one of those come-and-go friendships, once you get to know him you really admire the guy. His athletic ability is exemplified by his work in intramurals. Before and after his service to our country. Woody was especially active in football, basketball and volleyball intramurals. Although with our class only a short time. Woody took interest in all of our activities. When the Senior Ball was in the incubation period. Woody was aways offering his services. We sincerely wish Woody All the Luck in the World. 19 4 7 THE ORACLE---------------------------------------- 1947 The Class Echo In the autumn of ’43 a lively group of Frosh entered the doors of W.G.H.S. After a few exciting days we managed to get acquainted and find our respective classrooms. The great event of this first year in high school ended with the Freshman Field Day. Everyone was positive that it would rain or the pop wouldn't be cold. Both of these fears were soon banished as the sun peeped through the clouds and found our affair a success. Our Sophomore year began with a bang. The first and last topic of conversation was the Sophomore Hop. On Friday the 13th the gym was decorated with pink elephants sailing between the four leaf clovers and the horseshoes. Despite superstition, the Hop was a financial and social success. During our Junior year the two words whispered throughout every class and study hall was class rings. After their arrival we were officially a part of W.G.H.S. Christmas wreaths were another great undertaking. We sold over 500 wreaths. Poor Judy, on the day they arrived, she only had 81 to deliver. Our Sadie Hawkins Day Dance proved to inaugerate a tradition, besides being a cclever money-making scheme. Our Junior year ended with the Junior Prom and Pete Renzi’s Orchestra. The Class of '4 7 had begun their high school career as a large class, but it was doomed for an unhappy fate. One by one our classmates left our ranks and it looked as if we were going to be the smallest Senior Class in many years. Yes. how true this proved to be. Upon entering school in September. 1946. we found ouselves once more in the presence of Mrs. Allen’s homeroom and not in Senior study hall. Oh. how we protested! The Freshman Class had vanquished all our self esteem and superiority, they inhabited our sacred domain. We quietly banded together in our home-room and mourned our loss. Some of the more imaginative girls donned black for one whole day. but to no avail. Class election turned our minds from this sad fate to something far more important. Helen Frost, our candidate to Girls State, was given the reins. Mr. Bailey accepted the position as adviser and we were ready to go. Our first project was the Election Day Dinner. With quaking hearts we arrived at the Jefferson to perform our duties of the day. Could such a small class make anything on it? The question was soon answered by the crowds that thronged their hungry way to the dining room. Every member was kept on his toes checking hats, waiting table and delivering dinners. The latter proved to be a dangerous undertaking. On the first trip Phil reported that the chicken met the salad and that the coffee spilled slightly. After an attempt at more carefll driving, the deliveries were made without further mishap. We were elated, the dinner had been more than successful. Despite this huge success, fate seemed to be working against us. Mr. Perry left our faculty and the poor Seniors without a history teacher. Mrs. Whiting, however, soon took over. Another tragedy was the loss of our beloved English teacher. It seemed as if we were never going to get ahead. Much to our surprise and enjoyment a man was to be our new teacher.His sense of humor and original ideas made him a most welcome member of the faculty. Who else could it be than Mr. Goetchius? Our Senior Ball was held during Christmas vacation. Our decorations evident of the Christmas spirit. The only worry seemed to be — would the Scotch tape hold? After working hard all day the Seniors arrived at the ball in their best bib and tucker, confident that it would be a success. The financial status of the class was growing steadily with each new project that we undertook. The Student Standard production was well filled with Senior talent. Judy in that outmoded bathing suit certainly received a round of applause. Annette. Paul and Bud also added to the performance. As a climax to the program. Albina and Bruce were chosen as the King and Queen of Valentine’s Day. Only one more undertaking and then we would be off for Washington! The Senior Class was now rehearsing the event of the year. “Aunt Tillic Goes to Town.” Mrs. Roberts consented to direct the play, which made the class feel most fortunate and confident of a successful performance. The chicken-pox and laughing at our own jokes disrupted play practice, but we managed 19 4 7 THE ORACLE--------------------------------------- 19 4 7 to keep on schedule. Although Dr. Bing was a little too realistic when she hit Bud. the play was enjoyed by all who participated and observed it. We were now on our last stretch home. The Senior trip was now at hand. After frantically studying for exams we boarded the bus Wednesday night. Washington bound Everyone arrived on time and sleep was something unheard of. Boxes of chocolates, corny jokes as the man with the dollar, and barbershop quartets provided entertainment enough. We arrived at Gettsburg at 6:30 the next morning. It was either the earliest we had ever been up or the latest we had gone to bed. We were a bedraggled looking crew as we entered the hotel. Mr. Hertenstein fell asleep in the lobby, but George rather rudely awakened him with some nice cold water trickling down his forehead. A guide was secured, who managed to lull the majority of us asleep for the great fee of five dollars, please. After a strenuous morning of seeing statues and climbing towers we went our merry way to Baltimore. This city was a disappointment and almost the end of some of the Seniors. Traffic conditions should be improved so that visitors aren't caught between trucks and trolley cars. It is too strenuous, isn't it Caroline? At five o'clock we boarded the Old Bay Line where Dora's Easter hat is now reclining under the bed. The boat ride proved to be very enjoyable. The appearance of the Navy lent an additional nautical air. We were now off for Washington, the mecca of our dreams. Our hotel rooms were a delight. but we wonder how Tony, Frank and Rondy rated such an exclusive room. Sightseeing filled our days and parties of all sizes and descriptions filled our night life. After awhile we got used to guards barking at us for climbing up the back ways to memorials and having trolley car doors slammed in our faces. Edith Decker acquired a lovely southern drawl that was accurate enough to scare the occupants of some rooms into thinking she was the maid. Our bus driver. Walt, also impersonated the house dick realistically. Joyce Ann s sudden illness proved to be none other than a large souvenir under her coat. As hardened city slickers of three days it was now time to journey on. Philadelphia was our last stop. The hotel rooms were all different. Everyone had a fine time inspecting the rooms. Four poster beds were even found. The eighth floor was ours for evening. Everyone made the most of this last night. Girls could be found doing forward rolls down the hotel halls and the room service was doing a booming business. The group boarded the bus once again the next morning to tour the historical spots and then we were homeward bound. To everyone it was the end of a perfect week and the climax vo a perfect year. Our trip continues as we near the end of our school year. It goes on through life. I he friends and experiences that we have had at W.G.H.S. are indelible in our book of memories. The Class of '47 travels on to meet the challenges of a fruitful world. THE 19 4 7 19 4 7 ORACLE The Class f irst Row—Dunham. Fausold. Corwin. Green. Robertson. Dunn. Novak. Welch. Second Row— Robert Hall. Adviser. Balkc. DelRosso. Millen. Eckelberger, Ellison. Lott. Holly, Third Row— Beardsley. Lum. Franzese. Woodworth. Sebring. Kaufman. Hansen, f ourth Row—Knowles. Haight. Frank. Martine. Bartholmeo. Seams. Cartmell. Vice-President Secretary Treasurer President - Charlotte Holly Florence DelRosso James Franzese Dominick Fazzary Business Manager - Angelo Bartholomew Ass't Business Mgr. David Wickham Class Adviser - Mr. Hall Having become accustomed to our new station as Juniors, we proceeded to elect officers. Dominick Fazzary was appointed to hold the reins and was ably assisted by Priscilla Fausold. Jimmy Franzese was put in charge of finances: Florence DelRosso was made Secretary: while David Wickham and his assistant, Anglo Bartholomew, handled the class business. Mrs. LaMor-eaux. our beloved class adviser of two years, was replaced by Mr. Hall. The first class activity following the election of officers was the Sadie Hawkins Dance, a tradition dating way back to last year.. In the center of the floor a Maypole-like affair, designed by Fresident Dominick Fazzary. was suspcneded from the ceiling and taped to the floor. The Sadie Hawkins Dance of November. 1946. was a great success — everyone came, all the cakes arrived and more tickets were sold than we had ever dreamed of selling. We had made a net profit of over $50. We started the annual Junior sale of Christmas wreaths a little belated. We were unable to secure wreaths from the usual source, but were fortunate enough to procure some from North Carolina through Grant s Greenhouses. We started out. each with a will, to sell the most in the class. After the books were finally put in order in May. we discovered, much to our surprise, that the class had netted another $50 and more. The final enterprize of the Class of 48 this year has been the Junior Prom. The theme, a spring night in a park, was greatly liked by all. The glittery moon shone down from the scoreboard on the “park” covered with freshly cut lilacs, the park benches and the old-fashioned street-lights on the wall, completed the spring night atmosphere. 19 4 7 ORACLE THE 19 4 7 of 1948 First Row—Miller. Phinney. Abate. Franzese. Smith. Slocum. Banficld. Clawson. Second Row— Emmons. Switzer. Hulford. Tunnicliff. Schimizzi. Lum. Green. Third Row—-Fazzari. Pierce. Webb. Davis. Hughey, W. Miller. Magura. Biener. Fourth Row—Burnett. Wickham. Wolak. Wager. Morgan. Webb. This beautiful scene was largely the inspiration of Katy Clawson, who was assisted by Dolores Corwin. Jane Blake and Barbara Millen. I he park benches were donated by the Village through Mayor Erway. Jim Smith and Bruce Beardsley furnished transportation for the benches and for the lilacs. Nearly the whole class turned out for the cut--glue-tape party before the Prom. Elmer Baier's Orchestra was really a lot better than we had expected. Everyone seemed to enjoy the punch prepared by Bill Cartmell. Bill Burnett and “Fat Bartholomew. It was served with cookies during intermission. Read next year's year-book, if you're interested in our profits. The Junior Class was well represented on the Student Standard staff by Bud Martine. Priscilla Fausold. Florence DclRosso. Celestia Green. Margaret Petrie. Katy Clawson and Barbara Millen. In the field of sports our class furnished Jim Woodworh as captain of the football team along with Martine. Franzese. Sebring. Waite. I.urn. Magar. Bartholomew and Kaufman as players. Later in the year we contributed Woodworth as captain to the Jay Vee basketball team and Martine. Haight. Franzese. Magar and Bartholomew to the Varsity team. Six of the members of the baseball team were Juniors — Franzese. Kaufman. Martine. Haight. Frank and Davis. Priscilla Fausold and Joanne Dunham were Varsity cheerleaders, while Celestia Green and Margaret Petrie helped to cheer the Jay Vees on to victory. The class was represented at Girls State by Celestia Green and Charlotte Holly, who have the highest standings in the class. To Mrs. LaMoreaux. who guided us through our first two years, and to Mr. Hall, who aided us this year, we wish to express our gratitude. To this year’s graduating class, we wish to extend the warmest, most sincere congratulations. but we’ll miss you. 19 4 7 -THE ORACLE-- The Class 19 4 7 f irst Row—Mason. Romeo. Corwin. Piper. Compese. Roberts. Foote. Second Row—Morgan. VanDuzer. Mathews. Marsh. Biener. Pastore. Woodward. Third Row—Weaver. Berry. Standish. VanDusen, Frank. Paradiso. R. Dean. Fourth Row—Buldra. W. Dean. Miller. Merrick. Vice-President President - John Frank Secretary - Joyce Mickel Treasurer . Joanne Blanchard Robert Paradiso Business Manager - Kay Martine Ass't Business Mgr. Anthony Schimizzi Class Adviser - - - Mr. Harkness School days — ah! September brought us rushing back to dear old W.G.H.S. for another eventful year. Our Class of '49 can no longer be looked down upon by three classes, but is now looked up to by the Freshmen. We Sophomores were herded into the rooms of Mrs. Babcock and Mr. Harkness for our homerooms. A few days later we were all crowding into Mr. Harkness’ room for our class ellec-tions. Bob Paradiso. a capable classmate, was elected to guide us through the school year. The position of Vice-president went to John Frank, bashfull to those who do not know him — but oh! to those who do. Joyce Mickel was elected to the Secretary's position and Joan Blanchard was entrusted with our hard earned money. Business affairs were put in the hands of Kay Martine and Murph was elected to assist her. Prof. Harkness was unanimously elected as our Class Adviser. To start the year out in class order, we held our first picnic of the year at the South Pavilion. We took part in various athletic games and enjoyed a good snack cooked over an open fire. President Paradiso called thc class together to see if we were to have a Sophomore Hop. The class voted for the Hop. so things got under way. Various committees were appointed. An added attraction was put on during intermission, something which has not been done for years. 1 9 4 7 -----THE ORACLE-------- 1947 of 1949 First Row—Webster. Kdger. Radka. Marline. J. Mickel. Blanchard. Peters. Second Row—Ely. Cartmcll. Yaw. Spencer. Bills. Mikel. Ellison. Third Row—Cullen. Fraboni. Islcy. George. Martz. Reed. VanAlstinc. Fourth Row—Calhoun. Schmizzi. Mathews. Mr. Harkness. Adviser. Our class has quite a bit of talent. Kay Marline. Nancy Ely. Mary Woodward and Joan Blanch ard entertained with tap dancing numbers. Roderick Mathews played some classical solos on the piano. Another tap dancing number was done by Mr. Leery, the girls dancing instructor. Dancing was done to the tunc of Tony Simiclc s orchestra and the dance was a huge success. Baketball found some of our classmates in action. Murph was on the varsity, while Robert Paraidso. Charles Calhoun. Carl Isley and Jack Lockington were on the junior varsity squad. The fairer sex of the Class of ’49 were well represented on the cheerleading teams. Anne Cart-mell. Nancy Ely. Josephine Compese were on the varsity while Mary Woodward. Pat Corwin and Kay Marline were on the junior varsity. The senior band boasts of the following Sophomores: Margie Piper. Mary Woodward. Roderick Mathews. Ernestine Hatch. Charles Calhoun. Nancy Ely. Anne Cartmell. Joan Blanchard. Carl Islcy and John Frank. The Girls’ Glee Club has its share of the Sophomore girls. Our school paper, the Student Standard, is represented by a new student. J. Mikel. who really gets around, and Anne Cartmcll, Nancy Ely and Carl Isley. Spring is here, bringing reminiscence of regents exams. As they draw closer we hold in mind mind the day when we shall be Seniors. Now. we all wish to give forth our best and most sincere wishes to the Seniors, who have aided us continually during the year. We. the Class of 1949. also wish to thank Mr. Harkness for his fine help and interest in all our activities. THE 19 4 7 ORACLE The Class 19 4 7 First Row—Jones. Bassett. Fanning, DeSarno. Bishop. Burnett. Shannon. Teemley. Baker. Jennings. Second Row—Gate, Hurlburt. Moltini. Saracini, Stugart. Wasson. P. Pike. SchocfTncr. Moss. Stoddard. 1 hird Row—Miller. Buldra. D. Goodine. Foster. V. Goodine. Marsh. Kelley. VanCisc. Fourth Row—Cartmell. R. Pike. Crout. Whiting. DeDominick, Shannon. Gries. Welch. Howell. Fifth Row—Ames. Discenza. Shires. Gurnett. President.....................................June Burnett Vice-President - - - George Miller Treasurer - William Shires Secretary - - - William Chapman Class Advser - - - Miss Denson On a bright September morning the Class of 1950 made its entry into W.G.H.S. Class elections were our first big event. June Burnett, aided by George Miller guided our ship on its course with Bill Chapman keeping the books up to date and Bill Shires counting our gold. Miss Denson accepted the class advisory and has been very helpful through all our activities. Our class has not only quantity but quality as well. This is especially shown in sports Freshmen boys partook in football and basktball intramurals. Bill Shires is our star on the Var sity basketball and football teams. Those doing their utmost on the Jayvccs arc Smith. Chapman and Herrick. Girls specdball and basketball intramurals found many girls from the Freshman class playing. Betty Bassett and Norma Kress cheered our boys on to victory with their positions as cheerleaders for the Jayvee team. Also in the Glee Club and band many Freshmen faces may be seen. We are quite settled down to our lessons now that finals arc nearing. Social Studies classes have proved interesting and the experiments in science, along with the drama in English add spice to Freshman life. The Freshman Frolic went over with a bang. Everyone helped by selling tickets, bringing food, or in some other way. George Miller struggled with the ticket machine and finally brought forth the much needed tickets. Being the first one in a long time we were excited about the results, as we made over fifty dollars. 19 4 7 THE 19 4 7 ORACLE- of 1950 First Row—Eggersdorf. Sgrccci. Davis. Kress. Simiclc. I. Hathaway. A. Hathaway. Morlcy. Tripp. Cries. Second Row—Barber. Frank. Marcellino. Denardo. Sherrer. L. Davis. Vanderhoef. Oliver. Miss Denson. Adviser. Third Row—Frost. Richardson. Howell. Ulman. Berry. Hubbcll. Goodinc, Canfield. Lott. Fourth Row—Fazzary. VanSkiver. Dean. Coykendall. Cullen. Smith. Watkins. Tinker. Fifth Row—Herrick. Button. Mickel. Chapman. Betty Bassett and Nancy Bishop wrote the Freshman news in the Student Standard and in both bands many Freshmen are to be seen. The bus trips to Grotto were as enthusiastically accepted as ever. The word seeming to fit the best here is memories”. Also we want to thank our many chaperones for being so cooperative. Freshmen arc always seen supporting dances., parties, the Senior Play and most all the basketball games—raw and sore throats were common. We have given to many causes and supported heartily hobo day.” The Frosh are well represented on the honor roll. In particular we arc proud of Honey Jean Wasson and Raymond Shannon. The physical education demonstration brought forth favorable respose from our class. The debator's club, although small, is made up entirely of Freshmen. We have had some interesting debates and we wish to thank Mr. Goetchius for his help and the time he has spent preparing material for us. Senior Day the Frosh were distinguished by the large F” on their forehead, the big bows in the girls’ hair, and the boys’ tics. Many lockers were cleaned and if anyone’s arms were tired from carrying books, it was not Seniors. Most of the Freshmen were very good sports and it was decided that a good time was had by all. Being in the midst of baseball and looking forward to the Freshman Field Day. we near the end of the school year. We want to thank all our teachers for being so kind and patient. If the saying. We are green but growing holds true, there is hope for our improvement. 1 9 4 7 ---THE ORACLE---- 19 4 7 Junior High Homeroom Advisers Seated — Tallarido, O'Rourke, D. Green. Button. Franzcse. Standing — Paul Churchcr, Coach. Rondinaro, Stephno. Belligotti, Marciniak. C. Green. Fazzary. Dorothy Brown Marguerite Burnett Ellen Parker Teresa Morrin Lula Williams Junior High Championship Team 19 4 7 THE ORACLE---------------- 1947 CLASS OF 1951 1st ROW — Strong. Spccchio. Mondalto. Arcangeli, Wickham. J. Ector. Brown. I homas. J. Ector. Olevinik. Tunnicliff. M. Pike. Bridge. Fillippetti. Kendall. Neville. Davis. Woodward. Banfield. Saraceni. Emmons. Vargison. Perry. Laughlin. 2nd ROW — Bond. Hoare. Roberts. Adams. Robinson. Howes. Sullivan. Salvatore. Symes. Robbins, Rarrick. K. Smtih. Rapalec, Tallarido. K. Smith. Lewis. Moore. Personius. H. Clark. J. Pike. Hulford. VanCise. Probst. Miss Parker. 3rd ROW — DeSarno. Merrick. Field. Bassett. Viglionc. Bartholomew. W. Clark. Gillette. Foote, Halse. Dcnsmore, Fish. Richards. Austin. Tinker, Marshall. R. Clark. Lodge. Waugh. Gates. Herrick. Mrs. Williams. 4th ROW — Swarthout. Yaw. Boyce. Peters. Williams, Millen. Meehan. W. Pike. Harris. French. Janewsky, Freeman. Dennison, LaRue. Osborne. Spencer. Standish. W. Switzer. Stoddard, F. Switzer. CLASS OF 1952 1st Row — Clark. Viglionc. Werman. Bolton. Inman. Herr. Sgrecci. Minichicllo, Symes. Bailey. Robbins. D. Mathews. Foster. Herrington. Gates. Chaffic. Wilkinson. Mrs. Burnett. 2nd ROW — Struble. Crandall. Lewis. Schimizzi. Vitali. Butterazzi. Cooper. Strong. Roccisano. Dunn. Miller. Osborne. Harras. Chaapel, Compese, M. Schimizzi. Carnahan. Yaw, Welch. Miss Brown. 3rd ROW—Schuchardt. Padgett. Hughey. Bauman. VanAmburg. Webster. O'Rourke. Belli-gotti, DeSarno, Osterhoudt. Matthews. Dart. Freeman. Morhouse. VanDuscn. Field. Carpenter. Miss Morrin. 4th ROW — Franzese. B. Field. Tomassi, Perry. DelRosso. LaRue. C. I.ederman. Edsall. T. Specchio. Scanlon. Smyder. Cole, Riley, Greene. Hoare. A. Specchio, Storch. 5th ROW — Bianco. Marciniak. Tinker, Fazzary. Rondinaro. Pierce. N. Stephno, Harras. W. Lederman. A. Stephno, Green, Button. Carnevale. DeSoto, DeMun. Mapes. 1 9 4 7 -------THE ORACLE----------- 1947 ACTIVITIES 19 4 7 19 4 7 THE ORACLE Sports Kneeling — D. Smith. Bond. S. Smith. Stephno. Bianco. Rondinaro, Martine. Lum. Kaufman. Standing — Coach Blake. Magar. Sebring. Suits. Tillman. Beardsley. Ganung. J. Smith Woodworth. Waite. Shires. Conte. Franzese. Bartholomew. Fields. Herrick. Fazzary, Gurnett. September. 1946. found Watkins Glen with its best football team since 1940. Although it is not the kind of ball the boys like, they displayed real team-work in it. he members of the W.G.H.S. gridiron staff want eleven man football and maybe next year they will get it. Captain James (Jug-head) Woodworth, hardened by Uncle Sam s Navy, led the terrific six to three wins over two losses. Bill Shires, passing and running ace of the team, displayed excellent play on the field. Bud (The Lip) Martine became noted for his broken field running. John (Tilly) Tillman played end to the disadvantage of the opposition and Carl Ganung held his own when it came to playing center. ' Cowboy'' Bud Suits played left end and Babe (Doc) Field was Bud’s substitute. Bartholomew’. Magar. Fuzzy. Conte. Franzese and Waite comprised the second string. Watkins Glen made itself recognized in the field of high school basketball this year by displaying some of the best team-work in the league. The score books show most of the results in favor of the opposing teams, but not one game was lost without a great stuggle. Competitors turned in respect to the Watkins five as the season of the second quarter began. One team that especially felt the effects of the superior team-work w’as Horseheads. With a feeling that the Fazzary. Davis. Ames. Martine. Franzese. DeDominick. Smith. Wager. Frank. Lum. Kaufman. Shires, Ganung. Herrick. Haight, Pike. 19 4 7 1 9 4 7 -------THE ORACLE Tillman, captain: Martine. Franzese. Haight. Shires. Magar. J. Fazzary, Smith. D. Fazzary. game was won before it even started, over confident and over rated. Horsehcads bowed to the fast-stepping maroon and blue in a 46 to 3 3 decision. The win was one to be remembered. The top five were Tillman. Fazzary, Smith. Haight and Shires. Watkins is showing great improvement in play, but they were lacking support. Stay behind those players of yours and next year it won't only be Horseheads that gets the shelacking. Look out. league, we're championship bound. Behind the teams in both football and basketball were the cheerleaders. Endeavoring to the best of their ability to lead the spectators in our famous school cheers was the duty of the 8 in maroon and blue. Pee Wee and Nancy Ely were the small frys of the group. Pec Wees cartwheels made her the famous tumbler of the group. Anne Cartmell kept everyone lively while waiting for time” with her corny jokes. Judy and Annette found it hard to forget Anne’s sense of humor, after assuming their positions on the stage, and acquired the title of the happy duo. Joanne and Tommy found some of the cheers confusing and so changed them (always in the wrong direction) ! Ciddy led this merry group which led the cheers for W.G.H.S. for the ’46-’47 season. Ely Specchio Hager Fausold Dunham Cartmell O'Rourke Compcsc 19 4 7 ---THE ORACLE-------- 1947 Student Standard Seated — Martine. Hager. Fausold. Miss Vigione. Adviser. Specchio. Clawson. Frost. Fran .ese. Standing — O'Rourke. Green. Bassett. Kuttner. Bishop. Paradiso. Millcn. Cartmcll. DclRosso. Suits. Mickcl. Richards. Filippctti. Isley. Viglionc. Werman, Ely. F. F. A. D. D. Harkness. Mickcl. VanAlstine. I inker, Reed. G. Buldra. Ferry, Scanlon, Grout. H. Buldra, Knowles. Lott, Switzer. Smith. Givins. Standish. Canfield. Webster. VanDuscn Weaver. Quirk, Marline, Fields. 19 4 7 THE ORACLE----------- 1947 Class Characteristics Name Is Likes Best Always Seen Best Suited for ADAMS Brilliant Driving Driving College ARCANGELI In love' Frank Dreaming A wife AUSTIN Handsome Beanie With Beanie Parking BURTON Cute Talking Talking School teacher CLEVELAND A blonde Shorthand With Roy Roy CONTE Carefree Bowling Bowling His toe COYKENDALL Quiet Caroline Studying Nurse DECKER ‘Class baby” Herbie Laughing Secretary FERRY Swell Grotto Skating Bachelor FROST Jolly Sailors Flirting Nurse HAGER Vivacious Boys Giggling ? ? ? HOAGLAND Bachelor Margie With Margie Marriage JANOWSKY Sweet Fun Smiling Nurse KUTTNER Moody Clothes Primping Model LOVE Tall Excitement Neat Keuka Me ILROY Friendly People Busy Secretary MILLER Timid Dates Smiling R. N. degree OLIVER Quiet Horseback riding Silent Farming O'ROURKE Popular Tilly Smiling Majorette PARADISO Class Clown Friday nights Washing windows at Burch's Salesman RONDINARO Witty Talking Joking Chinaman SMITH, J. Tall Girls Wolfing Printer SMITH. P. Slick Judy Combing his hair Grocer SPECCHIO Undecided Variety Period Pin-up girl STANDISH F.F.A. Pres. Girls Making excuses Farming STANTON An Artist Art Drawing Dr. Bing STUGART A good kid Boys Joking Sailors SUITS Bashful ? Cclcs Driving Engineering SWITZER Pleasant A sailor Writing letters to ? Governess TINKER A Red-head Bobbie Typing Housewife WOOD A War Vet Jean Peddling milk Milkman