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

Text from Pages 1 - 36 of the 1948 volume:

THE ORACLE 1948 Published by THE SENIOR CLASS of WATKINS GLEN HIGH SCHOOL The Oracle Staff Editor-in-Chief...........................Barbara Millen Copy Editor........................Kathleen Clawson Art Editors — Richard Ryan, Jane Blake Business Manager - Joanne Dunham Photography Editor - William Cartmell Editorial Staff: Elizabeth Biener William Burnett Florence Del Rosso Priscilla Fausold Business Staff: Carolyn Franzese Charlotte Holly Stanley Knowles Photography Staff: Celestia Green James Kaufman Maurice Phinney Underclass Editorial Staff: Roderick Matthews — Juniors Honey Jean Wasson — Sophomores Marian Viglione — Freshmen Yearbook Advisor John J. Goetchius Dedication A teacher affects eternity; he can never tell where his influence stops — Henry Brooks Adams There are no words that can express our profound gratitude for and appreciation of him whose natural gift for making classes not only educational but interesting and whose unfailing attention to our needs have made our last year of high school more worthwhile and more memorable. As an inadequate token of our genuine regard, we, the Class of ’48. dedicate this yearbook to our class advisor, JOHN J. GOETCHIUS Board of Education Dr. A. H. Jackson, President Estella McW. Herr John H. Hoare Frank A. Cole Harry J. Suits Leona Everts Harry A. Sebring P John H. Bolton Dominick E. Fraboni Harold R. Ely, Clerk i Warren Hertcnstein. Principal Northwestern University Evanston. 111. B.S. M.S. A. C. Munson. Vice-Principal State Teachers College Albany. N. Y. B.S. The Faculty Front Row: M. Turner. E. Parker. M. Burnett. I. Stedner. J. Eisenhart. L. Viglionc. L. Williams. M. Whiting. D. Giambo. Middle Row: T. Morrin. L. Stillman. E. Haughey. D. Brown. M. Denson. R. Willet. M. Miller. N. Roberts. J. Rowles. Back Row: D. Harkncss. A. C. Munson, E. Henderson. R. Bailey. J. J. Goetchius. Not present: J. Sployd, F. Blake. THE SENIOR CLASS Class Officers Class Advisor President - - - David Wickham Vice-President - - William Burnett Secretary - - Mary Rose Schimizzi John J. Goetchius Treasurer - - - Carolyn Franzese Business Manager - Dominick Fazzary Ass’t Business Manager - Gerald Lum VITA ABATE ‘She looks so bewitchingly simple. yet there's mischief in every dimple.” “Vicky” — Always good for a giggle—sweet smile—dependability plus. Glee Club 1. 2. 3. 4 Senior Play Committee Intramurals 1. 2. 3 P. E. Demonstration 1 Orchestra 1. 2 Election Day Dinner BETTY AUSTIN “Quiet in a friendly way.” “Bet — long dark curls — sparkle in her eyes — tall and slim. Election Day Dinner Senior Play Committee Intramurals 1. 2, 3 19 4 8 THE ORACLE 19 4 8 CONSTANCE BANFIELD “School’s alright, except for the classes.’’ “Connie — handful of absence excuses—fluff of yellow hair— hair—good things come in small packages — Jimmy. Glee Club 1. 2. 3 Band 2. 3. 4 Election Day Dinner Senior Play Committee P. E. Demonstration Orchestra 1. 2 ELIZABETH BIENER All the world’s a stage. Lizzie —always ready to help —I’ll cut the cakes—I ain’t got a minute to spare. Election Day Dinner Intramurals 1. 2. 3 P. E. Demonstration 1. 2 Oracle 4 Senior Play— Mrs. McDuffie WILLIAM BURNETT I am not in the role of common man.” ■Bill” — Percival Peevie—class wit — “ Are you Up-Dike?” originality — Throckmorton. Baseball 3 Election Day Dinner Senior Play —Don Oracle 4 Class President 2 Vice-President 4 Boy’s Chorus 4 Intramurals 1. 2. 3. 4 Boy’s State Representative KATHLEEN CLAWSON Eat to live and live to eat. Katy” — I’m hungry —woman driver-drawl? — Think I look too young — Harry. Election Day Dinner Senior Play — Carol Ruth Student Standard 1, 2. 3. 4 Oracle 4 Library Club 4 intramurals 1. 2. 3 P. E. Demonstration 1, 3 Glee Club Freshman Secretary ANGELO BARTHOLMEW Worry never wrinkled his brow.” “Fat —sleeps in History class— Hi. kid — Hey kids. I got a bill for coke for 2 years ago!” Election Day Dinner Senior Play Committee Football 2. 3. 4 Basketball 1. 2. 3. 4 Business Manager 3 P. E. Demonstration 1. 3 JANE BLAKE What I can't see I never will believe in. Janie”— Spike Jones—Hi-ho Silver—fragile features—crooked smile — athletic. Intramurals 1. 2. 3. 4 Election Day Dinner Senior Play Committee Oracle 4 Band 2. 3, 4 P. E. Demonstration 1, 3 Orchestra 1. 2 WILLIAM CARTMELL Youth is wholly experimental Bill — click — chemist — Will it explode? — June — None of your beeswax. Election Day Dinner Senior Play Committee Intramurals 1. 2. 3. 4 Oracle 4 Band 2. 3. 4 Boy’s State Representative DOLORES CORWIN Those who do not complain are never pitied. Corie” — generous — b|g blue eyes — Does my hair look al right? — Thurstons little soda jerk-er-ess. Election Day Dinner Senior Play Committee Library Club 4 Intramurals 1. 2. 3 Student Standard 4 7 19 4 8 THE ORACLE 19 4 8 PHYLLIS DEAN “A sweet attractive kind of grace. Phyl — sweet and lovely — blonde — good in softball — did you get your bookkeeping to balance?” — small. Election Day Dinner Senior Play Committee P. E. Demonstration 3 Intramurals 1.2.3 FLORENCE DEL ROSSO Live to learn, learn to live. Flo — music hath charm — thinker — Mr. Goetchius' pet — impudent — snapping eyes. Glee Club 3 Election Day Dinner Senior Play—Mrs. Carr Intramurals Oracle 4 Student Standard 2, 3, 4 Library Club 4 Junior Class Secretary Orchestra 1. 2 CAROL DUNN Quiet and pleasant to know. Lynn —nice—worldly wise— what'll I do with the critter?— surprisingly clever. Glee Club 3. 4 Intramurals 1 Election Day Dinner Senior Play Committee MARJORIE ECKELBERGER Solitude is as needful as imagination.” Marge” — beautiful blonde hair — peaches and cream complexion — essence of quietness. Senior Play Committee Election Day Dinner Glee Club 3. 4 BETTY JANE DECKER A face with gladness overspread. Becky”— future beautician — chews gum—lots of pep— Lets have a party — live wire. Election Day Dinner Glee Club 2. 3. 4 Intramurals 1. 2. 3. 4. JOANNE DUNHAM Love is sweet for a day! Jo — variety is the spice of life — rock-a-bye-baby — Grotto — magnetic eyes. Glee Club I Intramurals 1. 2. 3. 4 Election Day Dinner Oracle 4 Senior Play — Laine P. E. Demonstration 1. 3 Cheerleader 2, 3: Co-Capt. 4 BURR EDSALL What is thy name, fair maiden? quoth he. Only here for one period, but can we overlook him — nail polish on my feet — little blue car. big blue eyes — cute — why girls buy gas at Kenyon’s. Intramurals 1. 2. 3. 4 ANN EMMONS Sunny of disposition and ready for fun. Annie — Irene’s buddy — lots of dates — pert — makes the party complete. Intramurals 1.2.3 Election Day Dinner Senior Play Committee Glee Club 3 8 19 4 8 THE ORACLE 19 4 8 PRISCILLA FAUSOLD Laugh yourself into stitches.” Cilly” — tobaggon bender — 'Get out! — thorough laughter I'll drive, but I can t get more than 15 in. Intramurals 2. 3, 4 Flection Day Dinner Glee Club 3 Senior Play — Liz Student Standard 2. 3 Ed.-in-Chief 4 Oracle 4 Sophomore Class Treasurer Cheerleader 2. Capt. 3. 4 P. E. Demonstration , 3 ALBERT FRANK I never intend to die from over-work.” Bucky” — tomatoes and chickens — athletic — Frank s Mink Ranch. Baseball 3. 4 Football 4 Election Day Dinner F. F. A. 2. 3. 4 JAMES FRANZESE I have learned about women.” Jim” — crooner — infectious taught — Gee. I didn't shave” — our star dancer. Baseball 1. 2. 3. 4 Football 2. 3. 4 Basketball 3. 4 Election Day Dinner Senior Play — Mr. Ycates Boy’s Chorus 4 Class President 1 Ass t Business Manager 2 Treasurer 3 Student Standard 3. 4 RICHARD HAIGHT 1 he man who blushes is not quite a brute.” Dick — ’sposed to be shy — Charlie come hither look — I’ll go. but how can I g-g-get an excuse?” Baseball 1. 2. 3. 4 Basketball 1. 2. 3. 4 Football Manager 2 P. E. Demonstration 2 Intramurals 1. 2 Senior Play Committee Election Day Dinner DOMINICK FAZZARY My idea of an agreeable person is one who agrees with me.” Art — slick and sleek—ready for a good argument — way with the women — he says the darndest things. Business Manager 1, 4 President 3 Vice:Presidcnt 2 Boy’s Chorus 4 Intramurals 1. 2. 3. 4 Senior Play Committee Election Day Dinner Basketball Manager 2. 3. 4 CAROLYN FRANZESE Neither rash nor timid.” Ready for Freddie — beautiful hair and clothes — snappy majorette — always ready to follow the crowd. Senior Play Committee Election Day Dinner Class Treasurer 4 Intramurals 1. 2. 3 P. E. Demonstration 1, 3 Glee Club 3 CELESTIA GREEN In tunc with the times and always will be.” Celcs” — H.J.S.Jr. — Wait a minute —engaging personality — There’s the whistle, let's go to the fire!” Girls State Representative Oracle 4 Student Standard 3, 4 Intramurals 1. 2 Library Club 4 Election Day Dinner Glee Club 1. 2. 3. 4 P. E. Demonstration 1. 2 Senior Play — Mickey Cheerleader 3. 4 PETER HANSEN You can lead a man to school, but you can’t make him think. Pete” — those Canadian gals —pipe smoker—tall and blonde — Brockway truck — No. for gosh sakes. no more poetry.” intramurals 1. 2. 3. 4 Basketball 4 P. E. Demonstration 1. 2. 3 Election Day Dinner 9 19 4 8 THE ORACLE 19 4 8 CHARLOTTE HOLLY Efficiency to meet requirements’ Our brains— Ronnie— blushes — a quick retort always ready. Girls State Representative Glee Club 2. 4 Election Day Dinner Intramurals 1. 2. 3. 4 Library Club President Senior Play Committee Vice-President 3 Oracle 1. 4 ARLENE HULFORD 'Good Nature is more agreeable in conversation than wit.” History Class giggle—dimples— long curls—always lends a helping hand. Election Day Dinner Senior Play Committee STANLEY KNOWLES “Everything is soothed with oil” “Stan”—filling station attendant—Barb—“Hee. Hee. Hee. I wanna go eat”—always driving. Election Day Dinner Senior Play Committee Intramurals 12.3.4 Boyrs State Representative Oracle 4 F. F. A. 1. 2. 3. 4 GERALD LUM Man cannot be happy alone.” “Jerry”—ladies' man—good for some fun—everybody’s buddy —“never happened!” Election Day Dinner Senior Play — Mr. Drennen Intramurals Football 3. 4 Baseball 2. 3 BARBARA HUGHEY “Stay as sweet as you are.” Barb”—nicencss Inc.—Stanley —small, dark and cute—disarm ing smile. Intramurals 1. 2. 3 Election Day Dinner Senior Play Committee JAMES KAUFMAN One ear it heard; at the other it went out.” “Jimmy” — Manhood in its flowering bloom —rugged—always talking —Dora —future miner. Baseball 2. 3 Football 3. 4 Boy’s State Representative Election Day Dinner Boy’s Chorus 4 Oracle 4 P. E. Demonstration 1. 2 Intramurals 1. 2. 3. 4 RUTHANNA LOTT “I shall live gently on.” She’s a “Lott” of fun — nice complection — Warren — expressive eyes. Glee Club 2. 3. 4 Library Club 4 Senior Play Committee Election Day Dinner SHIRLEY LUM The way to have friends is to be one.” Shirl” — engaged to Bill — tractor driver—loves to laugh— shorty — cheerful face. Glee Club 3. 4 P. E. Demonstration 1 Election Day Dinner Senior Play Committee 10 19 4 8 THE ORACLE 19 4 8 ANGELO MAGAR All the world loves a lover. Annie”—Big grin for the girls and a good word for the boys — breezy —indifferent —brush cut. Baseball 2, 3, 4 Football 3. 4 Flection Day Dinner Senior Play Committee Intramurals 1. 2. 3. 4 P. E. Demonstration 1 ELLEN MILLER By the works, one knows the worker. Fun to know — always with Charlotte —wonderful marks— pretty hair —merry disposition. Glee Club 3, 4 Intramurals 1. 2. 3. 4 Senior Play Committee Election Day Dinner Library Club 4 Band 2. 3, 4 WILLIAM MORGAN A little boy with a mighty heart.” Billy — hard to know, but easy to like —loves to drive— naathing —let me in Vernon! Election Day Dinner Senior Play — George F. F. A. BARBARA MILLEN Knowledge comes, but wisdom lingers.” Barb — always willing to talk — our class poet — busy as a bee — ’48’s quiz kid. Election Day Dinner Senior Play—Aunt Lucinda Oracle 2. 3, 4 Student Standard 3, 4 Library Club 4 P. E. Demonstration 1, 2 Intramurals I. 2. 3 WANDA MILLER Fufl of fun and mischief too. doing things she shouldn't do.” Lots of boy friends — cool head — warm heart — smile that refreshes — lasting friend. Glee Club 2. 3. 4 Senior Play Committee Election Day Dinner Intramurals 1. 2. 3. 4 Band 2. 3. 4 Library Club 4 MARGUERITE PETERS Men may come and men may go. but I go on forever.” Skippy” — class wit-ess-good hearted — famous for oral topics — Florida, here I come.' Election Day Dinner Senior Play Committee Library Club 4 Student Standard 4 Intramurals 2, 3, 4 MAURICE PHINNEY All art constantly aspires towards the condition of music.” Thrives on it (music)—terrific pianist—Mr. Goetchius' English pride— Grow up children. LIBray Club 4 Band 2. 3. 4 Boy s Chorus 3, 4 Senior Play Committee Election Day Dinner Intramurals 1, 2 History is merely gossip. That's Shirley's idea of History, laughs with her eyes — fun — loves to talk. Glee Club 3. 4 Election Day Dinner Intramurals 1. 2. 3. 4 Senior Play Committee SHIRLEY PHINNEY 11 19 4 8 THE ORACLE 19 4 8 RICHARD RYAN The pleasing punishment that women bear.” 'Dick” — likes the women — Who is Henry?” — Connecticut's loss, our gain; pin-up artist Flection Day Dinner Senior Play Committee Student Standard 4 Oracle 4 MARY ROSE SCHIMIZZI Early to bed. early to rise: 'ou miss meeting some of the swcllcst guys.” happy - go - lucky — winsome smile — makings of a model — half laugh - halfgigglc — Seth. Election Day Dinner Senior Play — Janet Intramurals 1. 2. 3. 4 Class Secretary 4 HARRY SEBRING The sleep of laboring man is sweet.” Angel — K-K-Katy—regular guy—now we know why Harry always sleeps in classes—got any gum? Band 2. 3. 4 Senior Play — Dicky Election Day Dinner Football 2. 3. 4 P. E. Demonstration 1. 2 DOROTHY SMITH “To a friend's house the road is never long. Carolyn's pal. Albert’s gal—gets around — Ciddy’s neighbor — last of the Smith girls—outdoor girl — Oh yeah? Vice-President 1 Secretary 2 Intramurals 1. 2. 3.4 Flection Day Dinner Senior Play Committee P. E. Demonstration 1, 2. 3 ROBERT SCANLON Placid and idf-constraincd. •'Bob — another part-timer— quiet—tall, blonde and slim — Ed's friend. HAROLD SEAMS He grows more manly every day.” Comes all the way from Horse-heads just to go to school—always seen — that mustache — good sport — Hey. there goes the bus! —buddy of Vic’s. Football Manager 3 Election Day Dinner Basketball Manager 4 IRENE SLOCUM Cute and little—mostly both. Our athletic lass — Wanta hear a good story?” —Carl—Timid in class — auburn hair. Intramurals 1. 2, 3. 4 P. E. Demonstration 1. 2 Senior Play Committee Election Day Dinner GEORGIA SWITZER A face that smiles is always good. Loves to square dance — 4-H Club’s pride and joy — ready and willing to tell the latest gossip — loves to hee-haw. Intramurals 1. 2 Library Club 4 Flection Day Dinner Senior Play Committee 12 19 4 8 THE ORACLE 19 4 8 VIVIAN TINKER I’ll tell the world.” “Viv —full of gossip always on the go — never along — sees all. hears all. Glee Club Election Day Dinner Senior Play Committee Intramurals 1. 2. LINCOLN WAGER “Speedy, but usually late.” Flash — smile for all. all the time — quick retorts — works for a living—merry disposition. Election Day Dinner Senior Play Committee Boy's Stale Representative Boy’s Chorus 4 VERNON WEBSTER It’s the quality, not the quantity. that counts.” Vern” — sense of humor — amiable — Can I borrow your mirror to shave?” — shy with the girls. F. F. A. 2. 3. 4 Election Day Dinner Senior Play Committee Intramurais 1. 2 DAVID WICKHAM Let me play the fool.” Dave” — one the Burnett. Wickham. Cartmell trio — all in favor, say aye” — always around—has ideas—our leaeder. Business Manager 2 Ass t Business Manager 3 President 4 Band 2. 3. 4 Boy's Chorus 4 Intramurais 1. 2. 3. 4 Senior Play — Mr. Carr Election Day Dinner NETTIE TUNNICLIFF All things come round to him. who will but wait.” Shy — little to do with the opposite sex — hard to know, but hard to forget — dilligent. Election Day Dinner Intramurais ALLAN WAITE Faithful friends arc hard to find.” Hooper”—our billiard king— appears bashful—generous heart — Fazzary’s right-hand man. Ass’t Business Manager 1 Senior Play Committee Election Day Dinner Intramurais I. 2. 3. 4 Football 2. 3. 4 ESTHER WELCH Those of few words are the best.” Not easy to forget — quiet and good—unruffled attitude—short. Library Club Vice-President 4 Glee Club 2. 3. 4 Election Day Dinner Senior Play Committee Intramurais 1. 2. 3. 4 JOHN WOLAK Tall and stately as a cedar.” Likes to laugh at other’s jokes— strong, silent type — bashful— let someone else do the talking — reserved. Intramurais 4 13 19 4 8 THE ORACLE 19 4 8 TALE of two a Ties! (£Lni A —watkins) ETERNAL tovtH! 14 19 4 8 THE ORACLE 19 4 8 15 19 4 8 THE ORACLE 19 4 8 16 19 4 8 THE ORACLE 19 4 8 17 19 4 8 THE ORACLE 19 4 8 The Class Front Row: N. Ely, P. Corwin. M. Vickers. J. VanDusen. B. Green. C. Webster. L. Radka, S. Mathews. 2nd row: J. Frank. S. Yaw, B. Eggersdorf, J. Compese. G. White, A. Edgar, P. Bills. O. Foote. Back row: R. Symes, E. Cullen. J. Lockington. V. Fraboni. J. Ellison, R. Matthews, H. Buldra. Class Advisor President - Robert Paradiso Vice-President - Anthony Schimizzi Secretary - Joyce Ann Mtckel Mr. Bailey Treasurer - - - Nancy Ely Business Manager - - Kay Martine Ass t Business Mgr. - Anne Cartmell The Juniors were more self-assured when they entered the familiar corridors of Watkins High last September than they had been two years before, but they were as animated as the Frosh in anticipation of meeting old friends and new on this exciting day of the year. For a few days the usual chaos prevailed. However, they soon settled down to the routine duties of scholastic life, intermingled with a few flying erasers to break the monotony. Election of class officers was. of course, the first item on the Junior agenda. The votes were tabulated with the aid of Mr. Harkness. their class advisor for two years. Robert Paradiso became the “Big Chief: “Murph” Schimizzi. “Little Chief:’’ Joyce Mickel, pencil pusher: Nancy Ely, money-man; Kay Martine. Big Businessman: and Anne Cartmell, Little Businessman. On November 12. the first social event of the season (from a Junior’s point of view), the Sadie Hawkins Dance, was held. Van Loon's Orchestra provided the rythm for all the “Daisy Maes and their “Lil Abners’’ and refreshments were served in the cafeteria. The dance was an immense success much to the gratification of the Class of ’49. Next, the Juniors began their biggest project of the year, the annual sale of Christmas wreaths. Mr. LePree, a local florist, agreed to make them with the aid of some of the class members. Many students worked energetically with him after school and on Saturdays, while others became expert salesmen. Approximately seven hundred wreaths were sold to pleased customers, netting the Juniors about $200. Oh, happy day! The long-awaited class rings had at last arrived. “Let me see your ring.” “How do you like mine?” “I think they’re swell!” Thus ran the conversations of the Juniors on that exciting day. 18 1948 THEORACLE 1948 of 19 4 9 Front Row: E. Morgan. E. Roberts. J. Blanchard. M. Peters. J. Mickel. K. Martine. F. Berry. S. Smith. 2nd row: J. Biener. J. Spencer. R. Huber. A. Cartmell. D. Parish. R. Paradiso. C. Isley. Back row: L. Davis. J. George. P. Merrick, J. Miller, G. Goltry, C. Calhoun. A. Schimizzi. The class muscle-men’' spent many strenuous afternoons and evenings on the football field, the basketball floor, and the baseball diamond. The football season brought Jupiors Seth Smith and Vinico Fraboni to the gridiron. When the tacklin' and the passin’ fever had abated for the year, the Juniors, as well as other classes, turned their thoughts to the most popular high school game, basketball. ' Murph Schimizzi and Chuck Calhoun played on the varsity team, while Carl Isley and John Lockington were JayVecs. However, all the fame should not be given to the boys. Indeed, a large portion must go to the cheerleaders, whose vivacious yells thrilled players and spectators alike. Bursting their lungs on behalf of the Varsity were Kay Martine. Mary Woodward, Josephine Compcse. Anne Cartmell and Nancy Ely. Juniors on the JayVee squad were Pat Corwin and Marilyn Vickers. The music department, too. has had its share of the Class of 49. The Senior Band proudly incorporates an even dozen Juniors, while those who like to exercise their vocal cords found ample opportunity to do so in the Girls' Glee Club and the Boys' Chorus. Two of the latest additions to the Glee Club were Juniors Ruth Huber and Gladys White, a talented soloist. The news of the vicissitudes of the Class of '49 has been submitted throughout the year to the Student Standard by Robert Paradiso. Anne Cartmell. Gary Goltry, Nancy Ely. Seth Smith and Carl Isley. Their fine work is sincerely apprecited. The Class of '49 also wishes to express its gratitude to Mr. Bailey who has patiently and unerringly guided them through the year. To Mr. Bailey the Juniors tender heart felt thanks and warmest congratulations. These last few lines arc dedicated to the Seniors, the graduates of today, the leaders of tomorrow. The Class of '49 wishes to thank them as a whole for their splendid cooperation and support in all Junior activities, and to give them their best wishes for the future. 19 19 4 8 THE ORACLE 19 4 8 The Class Front Row: E. Bassett. J. Jones. M. Shannon. J. Burnett. N. Bishop. I. Teemley. R. Baker. M. Nardo. 2nd row: R. Watkins. A. Hurlbut. N. Kress. A. Frank. L. Vanderhoof. Y. Richardson. H. Wasson. M. Gates. 5rd row: R. Shannon. M. Updyke. R. DeSarno, M. Barber. W. Whiting. D. Cartmell. S. Grics. Back row: L. Herrick. G. Miller. A. DeDominick. D. Smith. W. Shires. D. Gurnctt. W. Chapman. F. Quirk. Class Advisor Mr. Rowles President George Miller Treasurer - June Burnett Vice-President Lawrence Herrick Business Manager Charles Cullen Secretary Elizabeth Bassett Ass t Business Mgr. Paula Sgrecci Early one September morning last year the Sophomores, who only a short time before had been insignificant Freshmen, re-entered that venerable institution dedicated to knowledge. Watkins High. Immediately they embarked upon the customary search for old friends and found, in addition, many new ones. Finally, election day arrived for all the classes and the Sophomores gathered in the cafeteria, alas, not for chow, but in order to choose their guiding influences for the coming year. Following a heated debate, votes were taken and tabulated. The results: George Miller or “Fry'’ Herrick would call the meetings to order; Betty Bassett sharpened her pencil and opened her notebook: June Burnett locked the doors and began counting the money: Charles Cullen opened a discussion on matters of business with his assistant. Paula Sgrecci: and Mr. Rowles said that he would be delighted to oversee the Sophomore Ship of State. The class has sent many of its members out to “win for dear old Watkins High. Star Bill Shires, “Fry Herrick, and Donny Smith are wearing both football and basketball letters. Americo DeDominick and Dan Gurnett lent their talents to the J.V. basketball squad. The enthusiastic cheerleaders from the Class of 51 were Jeannette Jones and Betty Bassett. Remembering last year’s fun. many Sophomores returned to the Senior Band, the Glee Club and a few boys joined the Boy’s Chorus. Several musical members of the class have at various times provided entertainment for the banquets of local organizations. Betty Bassett and Nancy Bishop have maintained a sharp look-out for news to report to the Student Standard, while 20 19 4 8 THE ORACLE 19 4 8 of 19 5 0 From Row: L. Davis. D. Kirby. M. Jennings. J. I.anning. I. Sherror. T. Morley, S. Eggersdorf. 2nd row: J. Frost. M. Ullman. E. Dean. B. Moss. C. Wilcox. D. Berry. E. Coykendall. F. Bellows. 3rd row: J. Howell. R. Harsh. D. VanCise. G. Hubbcll. H. Marcellino. E. Oliver. E. Molteni. Back row: R. Lodge. R. Discenza, M. Fazzary. G. Button. C. Cullen. C. Welch. S. Maxwell. W. Ames. June Burnett has kept the reading public of Watkins High informed on the subject of girls’ sports. The Class of ’50 docs not lack its intellectual elite. The names of Raymond Shannon, Jeannette Jones. June Burnett have often appeared among those of the highest on the honor roll. Several Sophomores have been renamed by their history teacher. “Honest John.” Betty Oliver is now known as Granny.” Liz. or “I seen ya. Oliver and Charles Cullen will answer to the title of “Yappy-Yappy ! In November, the Class of ’50 decided that official colors would add a certain touch of dignity to its name, and accordingly blue and silver were chosen. At this same meeting the plans for the Harvest Moon Ball, a semi-formal dance featuring Dick McKinstry and his Alfred Collegians, were made. Blue and silver crepe paper, harmonizing with a large yellow moon, dramatized the name of the dance. All went well until the time for paying the orchestra arrived. Then the class treasury very nearly became a thing of the past. However, the lost money was soon recovered by selling refreshments at the basketball games. And to this year’s graduates. The Class of 1950 extends its warmest congratulations and best wishes for the future. 21 19 4 8 THE ORACLE 19 4 8 The Class Front Row: S. Compose. T. Rondinaro. T. Marc'niak, B. Potter, B. Field, D. Green, L. Strong N. Inman. S. Howell. 2nd row: S. Cooper. J. Fazzary. J. DeSoto. C. Morehouse. W. Mathews. F. Button. W. Lewis. J. Herr. J. Vickers. rd row: J. Riley. L. Huey. C. Larue. J. Freeman. W. VanAmburg. J. DelRosso. R. Robbins. A. Werman, J. Bailey. Back row: C. Greene. W. Yaw. R. Franzcse. O. Storch. A. Specchio. J. Roccasino. M. Rapalee. B. Bolton. B. Symes. Class Advisor Mr. Henderson President Brian Field T reasurer Anna Vitali Vice-President T. J. O'Rourke Buiness Manager Thomas Rondinaro Secretary Catherine Schimizzi The Freshmen made an eager entrance into high school life last September with one of the largest enrollments ever recorded at W.G.H.S. They are extremely proud of this. Because more than one hundred students are too many for the study hall, some were deposited in Mrs. Roberts' and Miss Haughey's home-rooms, while the overflow spilled into Miss Viglionc’s and Mr. Henderson's rooms. After the first few weeks of rather aimless wandering with schedules in hand, the Frosh became acclimated to new and strange duties and at last settled down to that difficult ordeal of acquiring knowledge. Some upperclassmen and teachers may doubt that, but we believe that each and all should acknowledge that Freshmen arc always industrious! For the election of officers they assembled in the auditorium. which, aside from the cafeteria, is the only place large enough to hold all of them at the same time! A spirited election followed under the direction of Mr. Munson. They could not have made better choices. Brian Field held the reins, while T. J. O’Rourke stood by to help: Catherine Schimizzi was always there to scribble notes at the meetings: Anna Vitali kept the books and Tom Rondinaro handled the class business. Mr. Henderson. that genial science teacher, was unanimously selected to watch over them. All the Frosh hope that he has enjoyed working with them because they definitely think he is a great guy. One November day will live in the memory of the lowest lowerdassmen as the humiliating time when their egos suffered a temporary blow at the hands of their former pals, the Seniors. For one whole day they were forced to submit to every Senior’s 22 19 4 8 THE ORACLE 19 4 8 of 19 5 1 Front Row: M. Viglionc. G. Berry, M. Schmizzi. J. Miller. J. McKee. R. Fish. P. Wilkenson. G. Caward. F. Mapes. 2nd row: D. Carnahan. J. Dunn. L. Chaflie. S. Crandall. F. Fell. L. Cramer. V. Scanlon. G. Stephno. R. Welch. 3rd row: P. Pike. J. Allen. B. Dean. D. Osborne. L. Murray. A. Vitali. S. Butterazzi. L. Evans. D Maine, G. Bauman. Back row: V. Denmark. I. Hathaway, K. Harness. M. Meeks. D. Caward. J. Chaapcl, T. Specchio. B. Smyder. R. Bachand. slightest whim. This revolting development was called Initiation Day.” (Oh. to think of the time the Frosh will have three years hence!) The few brave souls who refused to comply were dealt with harshly. Minor grudges were, however, forgotten at the dance given that evening by the Seniors. The social event of the decade for the Frosh was the Popcorn Hop held on December 12. President Brian Field served on the general and ticket committees. Katy Schimizzi and Ted Specchio had charge of the refreshments and Annie Werman supervised the decorating. Christmas red and green, mingled with loose popcorn to adorn the gym and popcorn balls were sold. It was a tired but happy crew of psuedo-janitors who limped warily toward home the next morning. The twenty-five dollars profit from this dance started the bank account which will someday pay for that Washington trip so eagerly anticipated by all students of Watkins High. The Freshman Class has contributed its share of he-men” to the sports of W.G.H.S. Ted Marciniak. the outstanding sportsman of the class, earned two W s this year, one for football and one for basketball. Joe DelRosso and T. J. O'Rourke each received that honored award for basketball. The name of Warda Lewis must also be mentioned here as the captain of the winning girl’s intramural basketball team. The class has its musicians and singers as well.. Several Freshmen arc members of the band: fifteen Freshman girls are in the glee club: and three golden-voiced Frosh boys joined the boys’ chorus. The Class of ’51 is represented on the Student Standard Staff by gossip-seekers. Annie Werman and Marion Viglione. The Frosh are now putting on the Annual Field Day which they expect to make better than any preceding one and are looking to YOU to make it so. In conclusion, the Class of ’51 wishes to take this opportunity to thank the Seniors for their support and to wish them God speed as they go to make their places in the world. 23 19 4 8 THE ORACLE 19 4 8 Class of ’52 Class of ’53 24 19 4 8 THE ORACLE 19 4 8 Library Club Seated: W. Miller. E. Miller. E. Welch, F. Del Rosso. C. Holly, G. Switzer. Standing: S. Phinney. B. Millen. K. Clawson. M. Peters. Mrs. Stillman, C. Green. D. Corwin. M. Phinney. Student Standard Seated: L. Martine. C. Isley. B. Millen. P. Fausold. K. Clawson. D. Corwin. J. Franzese Standing: P. Landsberg. J. Hoare. S. Smith. R. Ryan. A. Wickham. A. Cartmell. F. Del Rosso. N. Bishop. Miss Viglione. J. Burnett. M. Peters. C. Green. S. Phinney. M. Viglione. N. Ely. G. Goltry. B. Bassett. 25 19 4 8 THE ORACLE 19 4 8 GLEE CLUB ci too o oN S.Ml: v. n ' i- ( |c |v i fc. «_ - . i-f. - w BOYS’ CHORUS MIXED CHORUS 26 19 4 8 THE ORACLE 19 4 8 SENIOR BAND JUNIOR BAND 27 19 4 8 THE ORACLE 19 4 8 Football 1-3-8 went the signals: pound, pound, pound went the feet: and the football season had begun. Of course, since this was the first season of eleven man football played at W.G.H.S. for several years, the galloping ghosts and seven blocks of granite did not win every tussel. but the score books can not tell the inside story. At the end of next fall’s season Watkins Glen’s standings in the won and lost columns should be reversed. All fall and winter, at every game of football and basketball, a very energetic and attractive group of cheerleaders was present. The whole school appreciates all that these lively, lovely girls have done to brighten the games and to improve school spirit. The basketball varsity could not seem to click’' although the boys on the floor did catch fire several times in the last half. Toward the end of the season. Coach Rowles thought it best to place some of the more promising underclassmen on the varsity with the idea of giving them some experience for next year. During the hectic days of the basketball season, there were, unknown to many, wrestling and boxing teams under the supervision of (so ’t’s said) “slavedriver Goetchius. Alough thy had no matches., all the candidates received excellent training in the “manly art of self-defense.” As spring rolled around, the sportsmen of W.G.H.S. were to be found on the baseball diamond. An abundance of experienced players and promising newcomers made this year s prospects brighter than ever. Varsity Cheerleaders 28 19 4 8 THE ORACLE 19 4 8 Baseball Basketball J V. Cheerleaders 29 19 4 8 THE ORACLE 19 4 8 THE PLAY’S THE THING f . I I i eetPuuzi 30 19 4 8 THE ORACLE 19 4 8 Faces and - - ? ! 31 19 4 8 THE ORACLE 19 4 8 In Retrospect Miss Keirmeiheir must have shuddered when she saw the proud mamas of the Class of '48 ushering that group of semi-cherubs into kindergarten. If she did not. she certainly must have .many times during the course of the year. What a relief she felt when she finally pushed those little angels (?) into the unwilling hands of the first grade teachers. The class in those days, as in these, was well supplied with sweet little girls and tough little boys, but sometimes the situation was reversed as in the case of Del Rosso vs. Franzese. Florence gave Carolyn a bloody nose — but they were just foolin’ around. The greatest thrill for the girls was the annual appearance of 'Babe Field and Dick Haight in short pants. Then spring was really here. In Junior High “Bud'' Martine and Gary Goltry won fame as ferocious fighters. Of course, they were not the only toughies in the class, but their battles were by far the most colorful. After it was all over for at least an hour, ' killer'' Martine and “slugger'' Goltry would walk down the street with their arms around each other s shoulders. One never-to-be-forgotten incident of the eighth grade is fondly known among the Seniors as “That Petition. Cclestia Green notified everyone that she had been permanently excused from English class and was now spending that time in the library. Barbara Millcn was all too well impressed by this little prevarication. She immediately wrote out an elaborate petition stating that the whole class should be excused permanently as Celes had been and listing several reasons for this. The Seniors will never forget his immortal words. “THIS IS ENTIRELY UNCALLED FOR ! The Class of '48 learned the secret of super-salesmanship while they were mere Frosh. e g. pester ’em ’til they buy some, not one. but SOME. Mrs. LaMoreaux even refused to tell English final marks until the curious questioners bought a ticket or two. The Sophomore Hop with decorations in the Mexican manner brought more fun and more money. But it was after the dance that the fun really began: washing dishes accompanied by Dave Wickham at the piano, pounding out the Missouri Waltz. (That boy may go places.) The Junior year brought wreaths to sell and rings to buy. For weeks energetic salesmen tramped the streets of Watkins Glen and vicinity, filling the customer's minds with visions of gorgeous holly wreaths trimmed with red ribbons and bright berries. When they arrived, however. they were not visions: they were SIGHTS. Nevertheless, the arrival of the class rings consoled the Juniors who. of course, believed their rings better than any others and still do. Class Day of 1947 found several Juniors, of all people, very busy. A little talc of the doings of the Class of '47 was written. Some of it had to be invented but the members of the Junior Class were naturally experts at that. For some unknown reason the Class of '47 was tiot on speaking terms with the Class of '48 for several weeks. Wonder why? Finally twelve long years separated kindergarten from the study hall. The Class of ’48 became the Senior Class. Long before election-of-officers' day, the class advisor and president had been chosen: Mr. Goetchius and Dave Wickham, of course. The Seniors wanted very much to make the Frosh feel “at home” on the third floor, so they initiated the poor little children. To make up for all the cruelty inflicted, though, the soft-hearted Seniors gave a dance and held court to condemn all the culprits who had failed to respond to their welcoming tactics. The Election Day Dinner was held at the school for the first time in several years, and as usual a success. Mr. Osborne, the proprietor of the local theatre, was more than generous to the class by letting them sponsor the movie “Fantasia.” More fun — more money. By far the most profitable venture of the year was the sale of magazines. Some unforgetable scenes of the year will be those of the Senior Ball. Mr. Hertenstein and Coach Blake’s straining their lungs to break balloons and Harry Sebring's yelling at the sight of a couple just entering. Here comes another $2.40. were memorable moments. The class is still not certain of the number of balloons broken, but it docs know that those balloons as well as the decorations for all other dances given by the Class of '48. were donated by Mr. Green, and it takes this opportunity to express its gratitude to him. With the approach of spring came the Senior Play and the seniors rcaly worked hard to put it on. They will be a long time in forgetting how patient Mrs. Roberts was, and how well she danced the sailor’s hornpipe. 32