West Essex High School - Milestone Yearbook (North Caldwell, NJ)

Text from Pages 1 - 152 of the 1965 volume:

7 Sfll' nil there's another country, i ve heard of long ago — Most dear to them that love her. Most great to them that know — We may not count her armies; We may not see her King; Her fortress is faithful heart. Her pride is suffering — And soul by soul and silently Her shining bounds increase. And her ways are ways of gentleness. And all her paths are peace. I Vow to Thee, My Country — Sir Cecil Arthur Spring-Rice Milestone 1965 West Essex High School North Caldwell, New Jersey Vol. V All illustrations ol World's Fair exhibits and attrac- tions copyrighted ©I960. 1961. 1962. 1963, 1964 New York World's Fair 1964-1965 Corporation 8.85� Kf RB KM mm A What is a World s Fair? It is a circus and a classroom, a voyage around the „ world, a look into the past and a peep L show into the future, characterized by coloM excitement, nostalgia, aching muscles' and tired feet, but rarely by boredo j. O The aetjffemic fare of a school offers «Ivariety of goods to be chosen by the careful shopper. Teachers serve as guides to the Universe of Wisdom and Truth as they journey with the students through the Land of Learning. The past is as close as the nearest textbook; the future, but an open door. A student is at once overwhelmed by the awesome- ness of all the knowledge offered him. There are moments of exhaustion, but also moments of great reward. Education, the key to life, opens doors to freedom. To communicate and get along with our fellow human beings at home and abroad, we must have an understanding of their customs, their thoughts, their problems and their be- liefs. Ignorance is the wellspring of misunderstanding; education, the foun- tainhead of truth. Universal peace cannot be achieved until all men are educated in the ways of humanity. The theme of the New York World's of 1964. 1965_is Peace Through,. HkersfandhRj. ft is to this intejma- Qqftt)al 9oab t$at M dediccRW the 196fr- MILESTONE.' 'jl t ' %. —Meryl Sussman '65 , .. at dec ®1961 New York World's Fair 1964 1965 Corpora tion Unisphere presented by United States Steel. MILESTONES OF 1964-65 Key Club's prize-winning turkey float. Permanent Knights, gifts of the Class of '64, grace lobby of West Essex. (Emblem at left was painted by Mr. Earle Kuns) The year of 1964-65 will be best remembered for the Johnson-Goldwater Presidential contest. WE Knights got into the campaign spirit as they participated in a debate and mock election indicative of the student body's strong interest in our political traditions. As election eve approached, excite- ment in the two camps mounted. Most of the students were gathered around their television sets when Lyndon Baines John- son was elected to the office of President of the United States of America by the largest plu- rality (61%) ever garnered by any President. Campaign spirit was not the only spirit present at WEHS. There was something in the air, and it was felt by the entire student body. This feeling was an increased pride in our school, demonstrated by our champion- ship soccer team, our CSD Seniors with their tremendous red and white buttons, the ex- citing Thanksgiving Day float parade, the permanent Knights in our lobby, and the increasing support of sports and social activities. In its fifth year WEHS was still making additions. WE has a new superintendent, a brand- new language coordinator, a new physical education coordi- nator, a new librarian, four marking periods instead of six, a Junior Division Branch of the Student Voice, and five crim- son maple trees planted by local Brownie Troops. The two parties debate campaign issues in WE's Election Assembly. 4 GUIDE BOOK Board of Education STANDING: Dr. Raymond M. Travis, Superintendent and Secretary of the Board; Mr. Oscar M. Bate, Essex Fells; Mr. Paul E. Kummer, Roseland; Mr. Donald J. Engleke, Fairfield; Mr. Roland L. Nims, North Caldwell. SEATED: Mr. William A. Black, North Caldwell; Mr. Judson L. Cannon. Roseland; President James A. Birbiglia, Fairfield; Vice-President Stephen L. Bartholomew, Essex Fells; Mr. William E. Chatlos. North Caldwell. The Board of Education of West Essex High School is primarily concerned with the direction of school policy. Their responsibilities also include the selection of competent employees for various positions, the drawing up of budgets and the examination of future needs. During 1964-65 the Board was especially involved in planning a new building for the Junior Division. General meetings which are opened to the public are held on the fourth Monday of every month, con- ference meetings on the third Monday of each month, and committee conferences whenever the need arises. It is through the efforts of the Board of Education that West Essex continues to be successful. OFFICERS: Mrs. Thomas Scangarello, president; Mrs. David Bate, vice-president; Mrs. George Flammer, recording secretary; Mrs. William Schlegel, corresponding secretary; Mr. William Conkling, treasurer. 6 P. T. A. Our Parent-Teacher's Association this year sponsored and conducted the Regional Revue, a satire-musical, directed by Mrs. Vivian Moss, combin- ing the talents of the four towns to raise money for the P-TA college loan fund. They also co-sponsored a Book Fair. Eighty women, forming the Library Committee, volunteered their services to help in the West Essex library during and after school. An emergency telephone squad was created by the P-TA for the use of the school to communicate with residents of the West Essex school area on topics such as the bond issue and the school budget. The Budget Research Committee in- vestigated details of the school budget so that recommendations could be made before the budget was presented to the community. The administration may be likened to the architects of the fair. As the architects design their wonderland, the administration designs the educa- tional system of West Essex. As the architects blue- print the fairgrounds, the administration blueprints the curriculum for lhe students. Their mapping cjit of the educational program launches the studies' on a path to a deeper understanding of hmoanit V 11 r Dr. Raymond Travis, superintendent of the West Essex Regional School District, is also chief executive and secretary of the Board of Education. As head architect, his varied responsibilities include the selection and supervision of per- sonnel; the administration, organization, and supervision of business operations; and the conducting of community relations. We, the student body, would like to express our deepest gratitude to Dr. Travis for his dedicated service. Dr. Emil Piel Principal Dr. Piel supervises all stu- dent activities, curricular and extracurricular, at our Pavilion of Education. As principal of West Essex High School, Dr. Piel directs the instructional program and curriculum develop- ment, and expedites all in- ternal affairs. Under his able leadership and guidance the student body of West Essex con- tinues to move forward. Coordinators The seven Coordinators supervise the nature and quality of instruction and organization in their respective divisions to assure maximum efficiency in relation to the students' needs. It is through their efforts that our academic studies are coordinated in terms of the standards of today's modern, well- equipped high school. STANDING: Mr. Earle-Kuns, Arts Division: Dr. Harold Vayhinger, Guidance Division: Mr. Richard King, Math-Science Division; Dr. John Arscolt. Senior Division SEATED: Dr. Emil Piel. principal: Mr. Quentin Unger. Health and Phys. Ed. Division: Mr. James Mitchell. Junior Division: Dr. Robert Cloos, Language Division. Regional Office Staff Nurse Mrs. May Force, Miss Myma Wade, and Mrs. Carol DeMilia are responsible for all the paperwork of the Regional district. Throughout the year Mrs. Helen Jones encounters bumps, bruises, fractures, headaches, poison ivy and all injuries imaginable as she greets a daily batch of sufferers. Guidance Secretaries The detailed, extensive paperwork of West Essex concerning the individual students is done by Mrs. Eleanor Jacobus, attendance secretary; Mrs. Leah Feldman, Senior Guidance secretary; and Mrs. Inez Verhoeven, Junior Guidance secretary. School Physician Dr. Alfred Dardis discusses schedule for physicals with Mrs. Jones. Office Staff Mrs. Eugenia Mango, Mrs. Gail Zubl, Mrs. Jeannette Hanek, Mrs. Virginia Kohl, Mrs. Jean Dvorak, Mrs. Alice Koones (library secretary). The office staff which includes secretaries, switchboard operators and office clerks takes care of most of the daily business and paperwork of West Essex High School, the Daily Bulletin, bus passes, telephone calls, lost and found, mail and much paper work for teachers and administrators. Principal's Secretary Mrs. Jeannette Hanek, secretary to Dr. Piel. is responsible for a variety of official transactions which go on in the principal s office. 4 Bookkeepers Mrs. Elizabeth Stembach and Mrs. Lily Gurney are West Essex's caretakers of the books and records pertaining to the Regional School District. 11 STANDING: Mrs. Mary Gesualdo, Mrs. Alice Charles. Mrs. Martin Beckwith. Mrs. Alma Sokasits. Mrs. LaVerne MacDonald. Mrs. Claire Robinson, Mrs. Hilda Roemer. SEATED AT TABLE: Mrs. Edna Metz, Mrs. Barbara MacDonald, Mrs. Liberty Zampella, Mrs. Suzanne Tekula, Mrs. Dolice Schneider, Mrs. Elsie Shorter, Mrs. Alice Hepp. SEATED IN FRONT: Mrs. Vera Hayes. Mrs. Letty Jackson. Mrs. Marian Larsen, Mrs. Genevieve Matonti. Cafeteria Staff The Fair may have its Theater of Cooking ' but West Essex features its famous chefs in the cafeteria. Without the hard work of this capa- ble staff, 1,500 students would literally starve. These women, under the supervision of Mrs. De- Graw, prepare diversi- fied and balanced lunches one hundred eighty times a year. Mrs. Helen DeGraw, the Die- titian, and Mr. Alonzo Lennox, the Maintenance Supervisor, hold complicated and important positions at West Essex. From their continual efforts, students and school benefit. Custodial Staff Mr. Joseph Newton. Mr. Sal Passafaro, Mr. Angelo Mercadante, Mr. Pete Rigoloso, Mr. Joseph Scalise. Mrs. Julia McDowel; Mr. Pearlie Williams, Mr. Eugene Verba. Mr. Douglas Leonard; (inset) night custodians Mr. George Sharpe, Mr. Harry Osborne. A broom, a waste- basket, a bottle of cleanser, continual hard work, and a friendly smile are all typical characteristics of the efficient custodians as they pick up the re- mains of the day and keep the school and grounds in steady run- ning order. No staff of workers could be more needed or appreciated than the custodial staff here at West Essex. Guides and the Fairground f culty and Curriculum) The scope and territory cov- ered by the curriculum of West Essex is, in a sense, similar to the 646-acre Fair site. Both are products of man's great imagi- nation and his tremendous ca- pacity for knowledge. To appreciate and understand anything of such magnitude fully, one must have a guide. At West Essex the faculty guides the students through the com- plexities of the many courses offered. Guidance Division Dr. Harold Vayhinger. Coordinator Dr. John Simmons Psychologist Instant Itineraries at the World's Fair supply the fairgoer with information about the various pavilions and their offerings. In seconds a computer furnishes a custom tailored list of places, times, routes and costs all in ready order. The Guidance Division provides each student with a personalized schedule at the beginning of each year. Guidance also gives each student the opportunity for individual counseling to help chart his future course of study and life work. The most important function of Guidance is to review, advise and suggest changes when necessary for the student's advancement. By this follow up the problems of the student are brought into focus and satisfactory solutions can be worked out. Mr. Leonard Contarino, boys' counselor; Mrs. Marian Korn, social worker; Mr. August Belotti, special education teacher; Mrs. Mariatta Arnold, Senior Division girls' counselor; Mrs. Lucetta Houghton, Junior Division girls' counselor. 14 Senior Division English----- Junior Division English — Social Science STANDING: Mr. Richard Clarke, Mr. Edward Lynch. Mr. William Spears, Mr. Joseph Martino, Mr. Harold Douglas, Mr. Donald Haurie. SITTING: Dr. John Arscott, Mrs. Mary Clilton, Mr. Harvey Saalberg. Gaining a familiarity with the English language through reading novels and poetry, and writing essays and short stories is the major objective of the English department. Interpretation is stressed, and the student learns to read comprehensively through classroom dis- cussions and critical analyses. As a student advances into the upper grades, he is given more opportunities to utilize his knowledge of grammar and sentence structure through writing. Read- ing is also a major aspect of the junior and senior years. In his junior year the student studies American novels such as Hawthorne's The Scarlet Letter and Melville s Moby Dick; in his senior year the student surveys British literature from Beowulf to Hardy's Return of the Native. As in several other areas, honor classes are organized for the more advanced college prep students. The five Junior Division teachers (below left) teach English and social science in a block set-up (2 periods per class) known as unified studies. STANDING: Mr. James Mitchell (Junior Division Coordinator). Mr. John Molloy. SITTING: Mrs. Lucy Tinker. Mr. Charles Kane. Mrs. Ruth Lyon. Mrs. Jeannette Hughes, English; Miss Margaret Auld. Reading; Mrs. Patricia Hollander. English; Mr. Charles Martin. Social Science. Social Science (Senior Division) Mr. John Pietrowicz, Mr. Arthur Conro. The Junior and Senior Division History classes are like the Triumph of Man found at the World's Fair. In the Triumph of Man one can stand on the primitive plains of Africa, walk the streets of ancient Rome, or relive the Civil War. In the Junior Division social studies class- room, one can explore the various forms of government. In World History and in Modern History the student finds the history of the world presented in chronological order. The Junior discovers the dramatic occur- rences found in the history of the United States, while the Senior in American History II discusses our country's problems today and the current events of our nation which will eventually be placed in history books. In addition, the Knight also has an opportunity to study Afro-Asian Cultures, economics, civics and world geography. Mrs. Eleanor May (also Latin). Mr. Robert Haskins. Mr. Ralph Harrity. Miss Edith Cowin, Mr. lames Wagner. 16 The Knights’ Long Day Left to Right: Wallace Baird, Bill Grieco, David Zirk, Pat Oakes, Charles Russell Hedman, Robbie Rich ... at work in Jones, John Stagg . . . Mrs. Hughes' 5th period English I class increases the the library, library's research sources through adding clippings cut from donated Life magazines. Mr. Martino 'conducts'' an English IV class. Mr. Ralph Harrity . . . With a Napoleon, we thank you.” Mr. Harrity's 5th period History class celebrates Louisiana Purchase Day. (In foreground: Elaine Ravelle '66). Home Economics II shows off its culinary ability by inviting teachers and administrators to 17 share the fruits of its labors. Junior-Senior Division Mathematics STANDING: Mr. Gilbert Adams, Mrs. Maryann Burden. Mrs. Carolyn Canfield. Mr. John Lukasik, Mr. Robert Young. SITTING: Mrs. Esther Zall. Mr. Malcolm Simpson, Mr. Charles Paglieri. Mrs. Anne Faubl. Now, just what is the difference between an acute and an obtuse angle? Math required in the seventh and eighth grades is a general background for the more spe- cialized courses students will take in the senior high. An Algebra 8 course equivalent to Algebra I, is offered to students capable of handling this. It allows these students to com- plete an extra year of math while still in high school. In the Senior Division many math courses are offered — General Math I, II, Algebra I, II, Geometry, Algebra II-Trigo- nometry, Advanced Math and Calculus. The enrollment for math courses has continued to expand, especially in the ad- vanced courses of Advanced Math and Calculus, demonstrat- ing the Knights' ability to meet a challenge. 18 Junior-Senior Division Science Science, which is a requisite for Junior Division students, is, like math, presented as a gen- eral background to familiarize students with the world around them before they embark on more advanced courses in sen- ior high. Through lectures, motion pic- tures, experiments and other scientific studies, students learn to interpret what they see and gain an understanding of sci- ence and its significance to mankind. In the senior high, a student can choose from Biology I, II, Chemistry, Physics, Geology, Physical Science and Advanced Science. Although only one year of a science is required, few Knights stop there, as is evident by the bulging enroll- ment in all courses offered. The various classes learn through actual experience. Dis- secting clams and frogs, breed- ing fruit flies in Biology, and executing experiments in Chem- istry are all a part of many Knights' memories. STANDING: Mr William Kozlowski, Mr. Peter Alexander. Mr. Robert Everett. Mr. Oakley Roark, Mr. Richard King. SITTING: Mrs. Charlotte MacDowell, Mr. Rex Morrison. STANDING: Mr. LaRue StelMox. Mr. Frederic Bednarek. SITTING: Mrs. Perkins. 19 Languages: SPANISH: Miss Corielle Vogel. Mr. William Price. Mrs. Leslie Harmony (also French). This year something new was added to W.E.H.S. — the Foreign Language Division. The division is coordinated by Dr. Robert Cloos, who supervises in- struction in French, German, Latin, Rus- sian, and Spanish. More than 1,000 stu- dents at West Essex elected to study languages this year. As in the previous lour years, stu- dents are instructed in foreign language skills in the classroom and in the 30- booth language laboratory. Further- more, they have acquired a more thorough knowledge of the culture and geography of the foreign people and their countries. There are modern foreign-language clubs in French, German, and Spanish. Each is designed to give members an even more complete sense of living the language, and knowing the coun- tries where it is spoken. French, German, Latin, Russian, Spanish LATIN, Mrs. Eleanor May (also Social Science); RUSSIAN. FRENCH Language Division Coordinator, Dr. Robert Cloos. Mr. Walter Guletsky; GERMAN, Miss Barbara Koester. Miss Maryann Stagen, Mr. Joseph LaCerva. French, German, Russian, Spanish — beginners in the language lab. 21 Business Education STANDING: Mr. Richard Rizzo. Mr. Byron Harmony. Mr. Leonard Kapochus, Mr. Lester Robinson. SITTING: Miss Roseanne Bowles. The Business Education Department of West Essex High School concentrates on developing the necessary skills needed in the business world. There are a variety of subjects offered in this area, including typing, bookkeeping, stenography, office practice, secretarial practice, law, and general business. The advanced courses of typing and stenography are the final steps in a student's preparation for future work or technical training. These courses are taught in an atmos- phere enabling the student to meet more successfully the demands of today's business world. 22 Typing to the rhythm of music at 78 r.p.m. Health and Physical Education Mrs. Nancy DiFabio, Miss Virginia D'Angola, Miss Martha Meek. This year West Essex added two new teachers to the Health and Physical Education Division: Mr. Vernon Young and Mr. Quentin Unger. The boys and girls at West Essex were ottered a balanced variety of STANDING: Mr. Ralph Dougan. SEATED (left to right): Mr. Quentin Unger (Physical Education Coordinator). Mr. Robert Christina, Mr. Vernon Young. vigorous activities this year, were in- troduced to a standardized fitness test Stamina acquired in Phys. Ed. classes is applied, by many boys, on the field. Here Juniors Lilian Helle, Roseann Bisaccia, Gerry Giannotta, Linda Fleder and Ruth Kum- mer, acting as football auxiliary, prepare the Vailsburg dummy for hanging. program, and were able to participate in health education activities. Dual, individual, and team sports with rhythms and self-testing activities, leading to greater proficiency in basic movement skills, were emphasized and taught progressively in grades 7-12. . and the referee must remain impartial. Arts Division: Art, Drama, The Arts Division con- sists of five major areas: Art, Music, Drama, Home Economics, and Industrial Arts. In these various fields the students, junior and senior high, have the opportunity to explore, or to develop in depth, the various phases of the Arts. As in most schools and other subject areas, the advanced work is sequential in nature and gives the student an excellent chance for basic knowledge, devel- opment of skills and the foundation for future endeavors whether in college or as leisure pursuits. Mr. John Young, Mr. Harrison Goodall. Mr. Menyherl Veres. Home Economics, Industrial Arts, Music Mr. Gordon Williams, instrumental music; Mr. Jan Arthur, vocal music. Mr. Charles Gauntt, drama. Miss Isabel Keppel. Mrs. Gloria Everett, home economics. ............................................ .. ......................................................................... ............................................................................. • ............................................................ Library Mrs. Marion Breiding, Librarian; Mrs. Dorothy Roark, Assistant Librarian. A Knight could spend a year in our library without even scratching through the surface of its information. With the addition of approx- imately 1,000 books this year, one can find volumes pertaining to the histories, sciences and the arts — both ancient and modern. Also to the Knight's access are periodicals, filmstrips, and records as well as a newly purchased copying machine. All these are available to make ours a knowledgeable Knight. What do you mean smile” — it's Monday morning . . . next door in the Study Center 26 Unisphere (Seniors) The Unisphere—the symbol of the New York World's Fair—is one of the world's most complex structures. In its construction newly created techniques were applied to solve entirely new problems. As the Senior Class of West Essex goes out into life, they will be greeted by entirely new situations that must be faced with the strength and purposefulness symbolized by the Unisphere. It will be their duty to advance our goal of Peace Through Understand- ing. West Essex Seniors Are CSD SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS: Gordon Morris, treasurer; Jane Windolf, secretary; David Berkowitz, vice-president; Craig Van Pelt, president. and constuction began . . . Freshmen at Last!!! Freshmen at Last!!! Everyone was thrilled about finally entering high school, and a new one, too. But new was an understatement! There was no auditorium, no cafeteria, (we ate lunch in the classroom), the halls were littered with wires, and teachers used whistles to change periods. The gyms weren’t finished, so we played archery outside in our street clothes and later square-danced in the cafeteria. Also, we had no fields — all our sports were played away, and the varsity football team caught poison ivy. But within a few months, nearly everything was finished; and in spite of the confusion, we enjoyed ourselves. Our first big project was a dance, The Swinging Sixties,” under the direction of our officers, Mark 7.eek, Jeff Bond, Carol Albano and Vinnie Albergato, and our advisers, Mrs. Theodora Gaetano and Mr. Richard Rizzo. Our other big project was a Theater Benefit at the Park Theater, Blue Hawaii” with Elvis Presley. Then in February, most of the English classes went with the Seniors to see West Side Story.” As the year ended, the base of a unified class was established and many new friendships were formed. As Sophomores As Sophomores, we elected Craig Van Pelt, George Leu, Piffie Gunther-Mohr and Jeff Bond as officers. With the departure of Mrs. Gaetano, Mr. Rizzo became our sole adviser. Our first project of the year, an intro- duction dance with the freshmen, was a huge success. Other projects were a bowl- ing tournament at Belle-Aire Lanes, a Fun Nite with the Seniors that included the movie, No Time for Sergeants,” followed by ping-pong, volley ball, basketball, and dancing in the gym. Tom Albano and Carol Triner were chosen Mister and Miss Sophomore at the Sophomore class dance. Plans were begun for the Junior Prom: theme and committees being chosen at the end of the Sophomore year. Our principal, Dr. Thomas Marshall, left us, and Dr. Piel departed from his Math-Science Coordinator position to be- come principal. The year ended with our Sophomore class dance and a picnic at Forest Hill Park. . . . and into our Junior year Our Junior year began with everyone expecting a great and exciting year. And great and exciting it was! Our rings were ordered in October, and by December 15, we were proudly showing them off. In the Fall of 1963, our football field and bleachers were finally finished, and we received a scoreboard from the National Newark and Essex Bank. This new field helped to generate more spirit and bolster the morale of the student body. October 12 and 13 marked the dates of our Junior Class play, The Night of Mr. Richard Rizzo. Class Adviser Senior Class Council. TOP BOW: Roberta Rich. Tom Albano. Meredith Gash. Rosemary Gambino. BOTTOM ROW: Laura Picetti. Sharon Linton lulie Hendrickson. January 16,” which was performed to standing room only” audiences both nights. Then one early November morning, most Juniors rose to take their PSAT’s and later on the National Merits. Oh joy!” was exclaimed by all. November 22, 1963 marked the date of a great disaster for every citizen of America: President John Fitzgerald Ken- nedy was assassinated in Dallas, Texas. Our school, along with the whole country, mourned his death. Junior Prom plans, which had begun earnestly in September, finally ended on May 22, 1964 when our Prom, 3 Coins in the Fountain,” was held at Mayfair Farms in West Orange, N. J. Anyone who attended the prom will certainly never forget the beautiful night, which was perfect for the promenade hour, the delicious dinner, and the crowning of Jane Football Queen and Court: Laura Picetti, John Pullin. Jon Knoop. Pamela Orr, Roger Beach Zonnie Tracy. John Mills. Queen June Falcone. Tom Nelson, Jane Windolf, Mr. Quentin Unger. Windolf as Prom Queen. Thanks go especially to fan Anderson, and Craig Van Pelt who did a great job as Co-Chairmen. Our Junior officers, Gene Gaglione, Paul Crotta, Piffie Gunther-Mohr, and Carol Albano had led the class through a successful year. . . . and finally Seniors West Essex 1965 Seniors CSD’’ (cool, suave, debonair). On the first day of school, every Senior was presented with a button bearing the above inscription. The general feeling was one of intense antici- pation for a great Senior year. The annual Senior Candy Sale, which began on September 28, was a complete sell-out on the second day, and extra candy had to be ordered. No one will really know how much was actually sold or how much was eaten by the Seniors themselves. Major projects were the Senior Play, The Mouse that Roared,’’ shown Decem- ber 11, 12, and the Senior-Faculty Basket- ball game in February. Seniors who met their quota for candy and ticket selling received credit toward some expenses. Fair is foul, and foul is fair.’’ This was the first quote from Macbeth’’ which all Seniors happily” attended in October as part of the English IV assignment. Our varsity football team was limited this year when four members, Gene Gag- lione, Roger Beach, Bill Pharmer and John McCleve injured themselves in various accidents. 1964-65 also introduced unreturnable” report cards on which marks were entered by the respective teachers. During the February vacation, the to- tally new Senior Class trip to Washington, D. C. was planned. Through the efforts of our President, Craig Van Pelt and our other officers, David Berkowitz, Jane Windolf and Gordon Morris, a new Senior week was put into effect. Senior Week began after exams on June 9, 10, 11 and included the annual trip to Culvermere. Every 1965 Senior at WF.HS agreed that the four fun-filled years just gone by were filled with happy memories that will never be forgotten. 30 CAROL DIANE ALBANO A disposition sweet and fair. Carol quips Good Night . . . likes includes cream colored Chevy Im- palas and teddy bears . . . NHS. FNA. AFS ... a future nurse. VINCENT JAMES ALBERGATO Strong body and capable mind. I'd better not say it remarks Vinnie . . . enjoys parties, cars that don't crash and nice girls . . . Football. Key Club, Track, Varsity Club. Wrestling . . . college. STEPHEN JOHN ALLEN 'Youth comes but once in a lifetime. Steve states Don't worry about it . . . likes include weekends, money, motorcycles and Corvettes . . . college. THOMAS ROBERT ALBANO When he smiles the world is gay. Ceno exclaims Phanatasmoric . . . the females, '64 Caduks, 3:31 on Fridays are his prominent likes . . . Senior Class Play . . . future points toward acting or Business Administration. JAN MITCHELL ANDERSON A friendly heart has many friends. Jan ranks skiing, gumdrops. Brook- side. English Leather and Bud” among her likes . . . Junior Prom Co-Chairman, Class Council . . . college. ANTHONY RICHARD AROMANDO Cheerfulness is a great asset. Tony remarks Care, Right?! . . . likes cars, parties and girls . . . Spanish Club, Track . . . college. CAROL GRACE BAAS A happy disposition brightens the way. Bassy quips pauvre bebe . . . likes French, singing, white Fal- cons and bowling . . . L'Academie Francaise, Living Yearbook, Wes sex Wire . . . plans to major in French. GLEN SCOTT BALDWIN He joys of life's pleasures. Glen exclaims Worry kills me. Why die? . . . prominent likes include fishing, swimming, driving and basketball ... his ambition is to seek adventure. 31 DANIEL LLOYD BAKER What's life without a laugh? Bake remarks Them’s the breaks . . . beach parties, winning sports teams, and happy-go-lucky people are major likes . . . Key Club, Junior and Senior Class Plays, Track, Soccer, NHS . . . college. DAVID SOULE BATE, JR. Life is meant to be lived to the fullest. Dave declares Oregon or Bust” . . . ranks folk singing, creative writing, people and bananas among his favorites . . . Key Club President, Rum Runners (folk group). Model UN, Tennis . . . college. ROGER WARREN BEACH Worth more than wealth, a merry heart that laughs. 'Teapot ranks sport cars and hacking around among his favor- ites . . . Football. Track. Key Club. Varsity Club . . . college. MARY KATHERINE BATEMAN The only way to have a friend is to be one. Bac asks Is it really love? ... likes includes English Leather. Corvettes, surfing and guitars . . . Italian Club. Spanish Club. AFS . . . college. BEVERLY GAIL BATTYE A friendly spirit has many friends. Bev likes Mustangs, the color blue and clothes . . . dislikes study hall . . . can often be heard saying You must be kidding . . .Twirler, FBLA ... a future secretary. EDWARD IOHN BEESLEY The rule of my life is to make business my pleasure and pleasure my business. Motorcycles, football and weekends are numbered among Ed's likes . . . Football . . . college. NANCY LOUISE BEISLER Live. love, laugh and be happy. Folksinging, pizza and sincere peo- ple are Nancy's favorites . . . Chorus, SV Social Committee . . . college with a major in Chemistry. KAREN JANE BELLAS She is as wise and good as she is fair. Karen cries Funny thing about that . . . enjoys Joan Baez, cut- offs, Bonneville convertibles and madras . . . NHS, AFS, French Club. Spanish Club . . . plans a career in International Relations. GLENN GEORGE BENTON Handsome is as handsome does. Glenn laughs No. that's all right . . . enjoys food, people, art, the shore and science . . . SV. Mile- stone. Tennis. German Club. Sen- ior Advisory Board . . . plans to major in Biology. JESSICA LYNN BERRY Character is higher than intellect, yet she has both. Jessie asks Guess what? . . . lists art. ice skating and parties among her likes . . . NHS. AFS, Wessex Wire Editor. L'Academie Francaise . . . college. 32 JOSEPH ANTHONY BIANCO A moral, sensible, well-bred man. Joe lists among his prominent likes money, girls, music and nice clothes ... he plans to enter the military service. DAVID HILLEL BERKOWITZ As fond of fun as fond can be. Dave's likes include steak, Phys. Ed. and History . . . Senior Class Vice-President. Wrestling, Baseball . . . college. KATHLEEN STARR BLAIR Wherever she is there's always fun. BARBARA ANNE BIDWELL Happy ara I. from care I'm free. Why aren't you all contented like me? Boats, water skiing and Now Eng- land are listed among Barb's main likes . . . Wessex Wire. Mile- stone . . . after college she plans to enter the Peace Corps. Skiing, parties. Bud and vaca- tions are Kathy’s favorites . . . CSD. GAA . . . college. JAMES ROBERT BIRCH A merry heart maketh a cheerful countenance. Gymnasium quips Oh yea . . . likes sports, food, buck teeth and blondes . . . Key Club. French Club, Baseball ... the future sees Business Administration. JEFFREY ARTHUR BOND His aim for success is well defined. I lost it!!” exclaims Jeff . . . Tennis, politics, people — watching and boating rate with Jeff . . . V restling, Tennis, SV President, Key Club. Varsity Club . . . plans to major in Political Science. SANDRA MARIA BONGIONE Here's a very kind heart. Sandy quips That's neat . . . likes the piano, swimming, and clothes . . . Red Cross Club, L'Acadamie Francaise . . . wants to become an elementary school teacher. NANCY LYNN BORCHERS Happy, as her smile discloses. That's embarrassing says Nancy . . . '63 Spydee convertibles, the Beach Boys and driving are her favorites . . . AFS, Spanish Club. French Club, Milestone ... a future psychologist. DIANE ROSE BOSSET She makes friends wher're she goes. Di can be heard saying, Trix are for kids . . . likes include people, Freud, fun and doctors ... FTA, GAA, intramurals. Senior Executive Board ... a future nursing student. ELIZABETH JEAN BRAHE She sparkles with happiness. Julie comments Well, fine . . . she enjoys clothes, cut-offs, madras shirts and the shore . . . Wessex Wire, Milestone, SV Social Com- mittee, AFS . . . college. 33 KATHLEEN ANNE BOTELLO In quietness there is happiness. Kathy remarks You're out of your tree. . . . the shore, parties. Sting Rays and pizza are her major likes . . . Guidance Aid. Intra- murals, Spanish Club . . . secre- tarial school. CAROLINE ANN BRAUN A tender heart, a will inflexible.' Carol exclaims Hi there! . . . dating, parties and cooking are listed among her likes . . . FTA. SV Spirit Committee. Living Year- book ... a future teacher. MELINDA BROAD Versatility is the key to success. Mindy quips Believe it . . . folk music, pizza. T-Bird convert- ibles and lobster are her favorites . . SV Secretary. Milestone Sec- tion Editor, Girl's State. NHS . . . plans to major in science. CYNTHIA CATHERINE BRUCKSCH Happy and gay in a crazy sort of way. Cindy Pooh screams Go wan — get outta here . . . Southampton, the Boobala Baby and Jimmy Clark rate with Cindy . . . Spanish Club, AFS . . . future plans include art school. |V FLORENCE ANN BRUSCHI Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm. Swimming, driving and apple pie are some of Florence's prominent likes . . . Milestone Editor-in-Chief, AFS President, NHS, L’Academie Francaise, Girl's Citizen Institute . . . college. TERRY CAROL BROWN A friendly smile she gives. Oh, come on! exclaims Terry . . . cooking and sewing are her promi- nent likes . . . employment and marriage are seen in the future. ANTOINETTE BULL A friendlier girl, one couldn't find. Down with Arabs! exclaims Toni . . . enjoys people. Walt Whitman and football games . . . Junior Prom, Drama . . . plans a career in the theater. CAROL ELAINE BURGESS Softly spoke and sweetly smile. Carol can be heard remarking You're out of your tree” . . . the shore. Beatles, Chinese food and money are numbered among her likes ... a future beautician. 7 1 THOMAS IOHN CARLISLE Life is what you make it, fun and more fun. C'est la vie. Pussycat!” exclaims Tom . . . enjoys folk songs, rhubarb pie, girls, the Boston Celtics and money . . . Tennis. Key Club ... college. LENORE RACHEL CACCAVELLA Always helpful is her motto. Take life easy declares Lenore . . . talking, driving and summer vacations are numbered among her likes . . . Office Aid, Milestone. Italian Club ... a future secretary. IUDITH ANNE CADMUS Happiness seems to be made to be shared. Judy ranks swimming, painting, and trips to Maine among her favorites . . . Cheery Aid, Guid- ance Helper, Spanish Club . . . ambition is to enter the Peace Corps. PAUL GORDON CARMICHAEL The measure of life isn't length, but honesty. Paul asks, How's it going? . . . prominent likes include ice cream, bowling and Tennis . . . NHS. Milestone, Photography Co-Editor, L'Academie Francaise ... a future engineer. KENNETH ROY CARNER Gentleness and patience is power. Carnie enjoys hunting and fish- ing ... he dislikes dancing . . . future points toward a career as an accountant. MARIETTA APRIL CERF A merry twinkle in her eye foretells her disposition. Bunny enjoys art. traveling, good music and the theater . . . Italian Club, Wessex Wire, French Club . . . v ants to major in Art. CHRISTINE LOUISE CHANDLER Friendly and sweet in all she does. Chris says. Live all you can, it’s a mistake not to . . . likes '59 Bonnevilles, and parties . . . her ambition is to be a secretary. MABEL JANE CASAGRAND A smile for one. a smile for all. Cassie can be heard commenting tough tarts” . . . dancing and staying out late are prominent likes . . . future includes employ- ment and marriage. ANNE MARIE CIASULLO The truest virtue is sincerity. Annie” quips Oh yea . . . dancing, records, and Tempests are listed as favorites . . . she plans a career as a beautician. NOEL CHRISTINE CLARK Laughter is an essential part of life. “Ya Boob! exclaims Leon” . . . likes include boys, parties, happy people and GTO's . . . FT A . . . plans to enter nursing. RICHARD MICHAEL CLARKE A social, friendly, sporting man. Rip” enjoys parties, boats and speed . . . dislikes talkative people . . . ambition is to serve on the Police Force. LOIS ADELE COLE 'Tis good to be merry. Lo quips Oh, you're kidding . . . enjoys the shore, ice cream, vacations, traveling and Mustangs . . . Cheery Aid. FTA ... a future secretary. 35 BEVERLY VIOLET COLLERD A light heart lives long. Bev declares Oh. you amaze me! . . . likes includes swimming, football games and weekends . . . intramurals, Student Store ... a future secretary. DANE WILLIAM COLBURN The fun of life is living. Ah, why should life all labor be?- asks Dane . . . Baseball, horse- back riding and music are his likes . . . plans to enter the Marines or the Navy. CHRISTIENNE RHE COOPER A smile that glows. Christi enjoys tennis, swimming, summer and chocolate . . . French Club, intramurals . . . college. BRADLEY RAY COLLERD An ounce of wit is worth a pound of sorrow. Brad remarks Well, what can I say? . . . likes the shore, indi- vidualism, weekends, and Henry Mancini . . . Class Council . . . college. ROBERT HAPP CONKLING Athletics are an asset to knowledge. Bob comments Take it easy . . . athletics, fishing and some girls are his enjoyments . . . Soccer, Track, Milestone, Key Club, NHS ... his aim is college and a happy life. EDWARD COSME His frown is as small as his stature is tall. Nothing really bothers Ed . . . Varsity Club, Track, Cross-Country, Indoor Track . . . college. SUZANNE COSME Her ways are ways of pleasantness. Sue's prominent likes include music, dancing and sincere people . . . Guidance Aid . . . wants to be a private secretary. KATHLEEN NAN COSTELLO A little fun does no one harm. Kath exclaims Hey There! . . . people, football and drama are her favorites . . . Twirler. Chorus . . . she plans to major in Physical Therapy. MICHAEL COSTELLO Why take life seriously? Ognir comments I'm for it. ... likes include sports, weekends and quiet girls . . . Football, Wrestling, Varsity Club . . . college. RODGER COUPE, JR. A combination of friendliness and good humor make him a good companion. I was gonna do it says Rog . . . sport cars, parties and friend- ly people are his likes . . . Cross- Country, Key Club . . . college. 36 DEBORAH ANNE CROSBY Beauty is its own reward, being a form of peace. Debbie asks What can I say? . . . skiing, boys, clothes and the shore are favorites . . . Flag Twirl- er, Junior Class Play . . . plans to major in Home Economics. PENNI LYNN COUGHLIN Wit is the salt of conversation. Penni exclaims That is simply ridiculous! . . . sweaters, English Leather and folk music are a few of her likes . . . Spanish Club, Italian Club. Senior Advisory Board . . . college. BARBARA ANN CUTALO Smile and the world smiles with you. Bobbie quips Oh! You're kid- ding . . . enjoys pizza and bowl- ing .. . FNA Secretary, Cheery Aid ... a future secretary. PAUL ANTHONY CROTTA As line a man as he is an athlete. Paul remarks Oh yeah . . . sports, the shore, and Italian food are his likes . . . Football, Track. Varsity Club, Key Club . . . college. ALEXANDER RODGER CUOZZO Youth is wholly experimental. Al comments Take it slow Jake . . . likes surfing at Beach Haven . . . ambition is to become a lawyer. PATRICIA D'AGNELLI To please others is the way to please oneself. Penny can be heard saying Oh yeah, get out of here . . . likes include sports, radios and the movies ... plans to attend business school. THOMAS PETER DAILEY A nice unparticular man. Tougher Tom comments Bull Pippy” . . . 'vettes, parties, girls and pool are numbered among his likes ... his future is undecided. ELENA DE CONTO Happiness is not a goal; but a way of living. Ellie, our AFS exchange student from Italy, can be heard saying Don't beat around the bush! . . . enjoys swimming, snow, and traveling . . . dislikes pizza, and 7:00 A.M. . . . her ambition is to teach languages . . . AFS. Italian Club. Glee Club. ROBERT PAUL DeCOULEZ He's a happy fellow, lean and tall. Bob enjoys history, languages, political science and girls . . . Track, Basketball, Audio Visual . . . a future lawyer. MARCELLA deLAAR A woman born with wit and wisdom. Marc calls Hey Boob! . . . West Point, people, parties and the shore are her enjoyments . . . intramurals . . . ambition is to become an airline stewardess. JOHN PIERRE deMONTAIGNE Good nature is an element of success. De Gaulle” asks Are you kidding me? . . . enjoys classical music and fast cars . . . plans to be a 37 printer. PATRICIA VIRGINIA deFOREST Live and love life to the fullest. Pat enjoys roller skating, sports and popcorn . . . Color Guard, Drama Club, Chorus . . . college. RUTH ELLEN DOERRHOEFER A small stalure, a winning personality. Ruthie exclaims You're kid ding! the color blue, weekends driving and sewing are her favor ites . . . Twirler, FNA . . . am bition is to be a medical secretary J BRUCE DRAINE He stands straight and tall among men. Bruce especially likes Food . . . dislikes Beatlemania . . . NHS. Election Committee. Basketball . . . his ambition is to be a Nuclear Physicist. JOANN MARCHA DUNCAN A little folly is a desirable thing. Dune says Try anything once. . . . skiing, a red jeep and cold pizza are her likes . . . Glee Club, Living Yearbook. GAA ... A future teacher. KRISTINA THERESA DORCHAK I live in the crowds of Jollity. Kris can be heard saying Can't take you no place. . . . especially enjoys Saturday at Becher's, good times at 203 Eagle Rock Ave. and the hours spent with Robinson. DALE FUGUSTA LEIGH EHRHARDT One of the greatest pleasures of life is talking. Dale asks Is it really love? . . . enjoys blonde prep-school boys, English Leather and MGs . . . Spanish Club, French Club, AFS . . . ambition is to enter the Peace Corps. PHILIP GLEN EPIFANIO He is a man of splendid abilities. How do I know? asks Tink” . . . cars, driving, girls, good food and TV are favorites . . . Cross- Country, Track, Football . . . plans to be a Technical Engineer. J SANDRA ELISE FAST She is true of heart and sweet of face. Sandy enjoys listening to good music, sailing, driving and the Beach Boys . . . AFS Treasurer, GAA, Spanish Club . . . college. JUNE ANN FALCONE Laughter and chatter are her passwords. June the Prune declares I'll never tell . . . the color blue, laughing, clothes, dancing and football rate with her . . . Cheer- leading Co-Captain, SV, Milestone. Senior Advisory Board ... a Speech major. GARY DOMINICK FALZARANO Always in a happy frame of mind. Fuzz exclaims Animal! . . . Italian food, blondes, and con- vertibles are his likes . . . plans to go into agriculture. EVELYN FIORE There is nothing worth winning except laughter and the love of friends. Evie quips That's co-ordination . . . friendly people, parties, skiing and traveling are among her likes . . . Milestone Section Editor, FTA, French Club, L'Academie Francaise . . . plans to become a teacher. GEORGE ANDREW FLAMMER Once a gentleman, always a gentleman. Sport cars, and parachute jumping are numbered among Flame's likes . . . Key Club. Track . . . college. VICTORIA LYNN FOSELLI I am wealthy in my friends. Oh shoot! exclaims Vicki” . .. bowling, water skiing, and football are enjoyed by her . . . Milestone. Office Helper . . . ambition is to see Europe. ANTHONY JOHN FRANCAVILLA Just plain fun. Tony likes his '64 Chevy con- vertible, pool, hunting and Italian food . . . future is undecided. ROBERT CHARLES FLEDER The happiest person is the person who thinks the most interesting thoughts. Bob says Pity dogs and forgive men . . . likes ragtime piano and dislikes meaningless poetry . . . ambition is to be himself . . . Wessex Wire, Model UN, Math Team, Key Club, NHS. JANIS KARLAN FRANCE A combination of sophistication and spirit. Ian likes sincere friends, musical comedies, swimming and fireplaces . . . Spanish Club, FTA, AFS . . . wants to be an elementary school teacher. JACK GORDON FRENCH, JR. Just an easy-going fellow. Frenchy's motto is He who laughs last laughs best . . . enjoys nature, long hair on girls, sincerity, the sea at night and traveling ... his ambition is to go to California. EUGENE GARY GAGLIONE An athlete, a worker and a fine sportsman. You'll get over it declares Gags . . . football, dancing and the shore are some of his likes . . . Senior Advisory Board, Foot- ball, Baseball, Key Club. Varsity Club . . . college. LYNDA JEANINE FRISCHKNECHT Time spent in laughter is well invested. Lynda exclaims Pues . . . likes fast horses, Edgar Allen Poe and soccer games . . . Spanish Club, French Club, GAA and AFS . . . her ambition is to be a diplomat to Germany. 39 JAMES WESLEY FROM He has the gift of common sense. Wes enjoys tennis, miniature golf and water skiing . . . Track. Soccer . . . wants to become an accountant. EILEEN CLAIRE GALLAGHER Life is not life without delight. I quips That's good . . . Eng- lish Leather, Brookside and pink and white Renaults are among her many likes . . . ambition is to become an airline stewardess. MEREDITH PAMELA GASH Her calm sweetness conceals a lively personality.” Mere” quips well, hi” . . . the Beach Boys, getting letters, the shore, and college weekends are some of her favorites . . . Senior Advisory Board. Senior Class Coun- cil, SV, NHS, Milestone . . . plans to major in fashion. PAUL TRUMAN GALUSHA He has a heart with room for every joy. Swamp Fox” exclaims Dawk! Rats” . . . lists skiing, soccer, hockey. Vermont, and people as his likes . . . Key Club, Soccer. Wessex Wire. Milestone ... a future teacher. ROSEMARY ANN GAMBINO Quiet persons are welcomed everywhere.” Rose” asks What can I tell ya? ... horseback riding, the lake and jazz are her favorites . . . Class Council. Office Aid . . . plans to enter the business world. ( i FREDERICK FRANK GATHMAN Take life easy, but enjoy it. Fred states What a banana . . . surfing, accounting, food, sleep, and cars are among Fred's likes . . . L'Academie Francaise, Intra- murals, Debate Club, Radio Elec- tronics Club . . . college. ROBERT THOMAS GIESE A nice unparticular man. Bob's favorite saying and nick- name are his own secrets along with his prominent likes . . . but we did manage to find out that his ambition is to enter college and become a draftsman. JENNIFER HOLMAN GILLESPIE A combination of intellect and fun make a most interesting personality. Jenni” can be heard greeting friends with Hi there!” . . . guitars, folk music, and fast sports cars are among likes . . . SV, AFS, NHS, L'Academie Francaise . . . college. CHRISTINE ELLEN GREASON A laughing spirit lives in her eyes.” Chris asks Who knows? . . . bowling, swimming, dancing are among likes . . . Drama Club President, 'L'Academie Francaise, Junior Class Play, Student Store ... college. LINDA JANE GLIEWE She seem so quiet but she's a lot of fun. Lin can be heard saying I'm not home!” . . . sea foam, guinea pigs, and Macbeth are listed among likes . . . Milestone Art Editor, NHS Vice President, Publicity Co- Chairman Senior Class . . . plans to become a medical technologist. JAMES KILN GOODHILL Patience is a necessary ingredient of genius. Jim's favorite saying is Do unto other” . . . enjoys sleeping late . . . Cross Country, Indoor Track, Key Club, NHS . . . college. EMILIE MICHELE GRIEG But O. she dances such a way!” Mig ranks ballet, cats, seashore and writing among favorites . . . Thru the Visor. Wessex Wire. AFS. L'Academie Francaise . . . plans to become either a teacher 40 or a ballet dancer. STEPHANIE ANNE HALL A friend to all. Stephie's favorite saying it Do unto others as you would have them do unto you . . . swimming, reading and children are among her favorites ... a possible medi- cal career. HARALD KARL HEINZ HABERMAS His quiet appearance is misleading. Smilie says What's up Doc . . . the only going 390, track, skiing and racing are among likes . . . Soccer, Key Club, Track, Varsity Club. German Club . . . college. WILLIAM ANTON HAGEL Musically inclined with a cheerful heart. Bill asks What can I tell you? . . . GTO's, pizza, new songs are among his main likes . . . Band. Track . . . plans to enter technical training school. GARY PAUL HAMALIAN Take life easy, tomorrow is another day. Gary can be heard saying See you around and be good . . . people, school, athletics, surfing and waterskiing are among likes . . . Band. Spanish Club, Wessex Wire, Wrestling, NHS . . . college. JOAN FLORENCE HAMEL Sometimes serious, more often gay. Joan asks How long? . . . she enjoys Jean Shepard on WOR and Vogue patterns . . • Band, NHS . . . plans to become a medical technologist. SANDRA MARION HAMILTON She brings jest, sports and jollity. Sandy can be heard saying That is too cool. . . . sailing, sports, horses, good food, dancing are some of her likes . . . GAA, Girls' Intramurals, chorus . . . college. CAROL JEAN HAMPTON Life is meant to be lived to the fullest. You're kidding! quips Carol . . . dancing, clothes and pizza are major likes . . . Twirling Co- Captain, SV. Intramurals. Glee Club . . . college. X -f MARY ANN HARNISCH The way to be happy is to make others so. Really? asks Mary Ann . . . she ranks clothes, records, rock n' roll and parties among her favorites . . . GAA. Office Aide. Intramurals . . . she plans to enter business school and become a secretary. HOPE HARRELL An outward and visible sign of an inward and visible grace. Laugh is off! says Jcapy . . . people, weekends, chocolate awful- awfuls. and track meets are among her favorites . . . Drama Club Vice President . . . she plans to be- 41 come a teacher. HOPE LOUISE HANNON Small in size, but ever so big in spirit. Hopey declares I'll try . . . she lists accident-prone athletics, the shore and cats among her likes . . . Cheerleading, modern dance . . . plans a career in Physical Therapy. FRANCES MARIETTA HARRISON A true friend is a treasure forever.” Fran declares ”Oh no — not again!!” ... the shore. O'Neill's plays. New York City and p.j. parties are among her favorites . . . Band, FTA, Italian Club, L'Academie Francaise ... a future teacher. DONALD EUGENE HAWKSLEY Intelligence to cope with any situation. Don” enjoys swimming, girls and Track . . . Cross Country. Wres- tling. Varsity Club and German Club ... a future civil engineer. PATRICK PETER HARVEY Youth is the age of enjoyment. Little Harv states eat. drink and be merry for tomorrow you may die. . . . girls and guitar playing are his major likes . . . future is undecided. DOUGLAS BYRON HEDMAN A jolly good fellow with friends galore. Doug ranks people, sports, and fun with his prominent likes . . . Track. Indoor Track. Cross Country. Varsity Club Vice-President . . . college. RUSSELL KITTRIDGE HEDMAN A genius can never be quite still. Kit includes poetry, people with ideas, athletics and writing among likes . . . Wessex Wire Sports Editor. Cross Country. Indoor Track, Track. Varsity Club . . . college. JULIE JUNIOR HENDRICKSON It is a friendly heart that gains plenty of friends. Butter quips Be good . . . she likes the happy things in life, ski- ing. and writing . . . Senior Class Executive Board, Color Guard, Drama Club, GAA, Office Aide . . . college. DAVID KETCHAM HOLTON Deeds, not words. Lopez likes Tigers but dislikes the Jet Set and falseness . . . Varsity Club ... his ambition is to be what's right. GERALDINE MARIE HLADUN Be of good cheer. Gerrie especially likes cooking, sewing, dancing . . . future in- cludes marriage. ROBERT TWEED HOLLOWAY He is of noble nature. Bob exclaims Life is a cement chicken! . . . likes cars, girls and money . . . ambition is to become a science instructor . . . moved after first semester. RICHARD CARL HONRATH Life's too important to take seriously. Well, that's just the way it goes.” . . . quips Richie . . . ham sandwiches, sweaters and instru- mental music are his enjoyments . . . Basketball ... a future History teacher. ROSEMARY AGNES HORKAY As cheerful as the day is long. New York City, the color blue, music and traveling are ''Rosie's favorites . . . Senior Class Council, FTA Vice President, Band, Model UN, Spanish Club . . . plans to enter teaching. ELAINE LOUISE HUBAY Without love and laughter, there is no Joy. Yes, it's really love! exclaims Elaine ... she likes English Leather and The good life . . . Drama Club, Intramurals ... a future nurse. GLENN WILLIAM INTILE A man that loves and laughs must surely do well. Hang loose says Glenn . . . enjoys the shore, money, VW's and long hair . . . Soccer. Wres- tling, Varsity Club, Key Club . . . college. DENNIS GEORGE HOSKINS The hand that follows intellect can achieve. Denny dislikes people who say Guess What? . . . his ambition is to be a multi-millionaire. ROBERT EDELMANN JONES Life is one long process of getting tired. What can I tell ya'? asks Reve- rend . . . folk music, motorcycles, skiing, and quiet girls are his favorites . . . Tennis, Varsity Club, Senior Class Play, Drama Club . . . a future business administrator. ARTHUR ROY JORGENSEN A man of courage is also full of faith. That's ridiculous says Art . . . favorites are sports, girls and good times . . . Varsity Club, Track, Football... plans to study business. JOANNE MARIE KENNEDY The world is full of good talkers, good listeners are rare. Oh man exclaims lo . . . pizza, drive-ins, motorcycles and the Village are her likes . . . future points to employment. JOSEPH THOMAS KAISER A joke's a very serious thing. Wait a while says Joe . . . art, speed and school meals are his favorites . . . plans to go to art school. GEORGINA HELEN KEFALONITIS Laughter is her chief delight. Gina enjoys swimming, roller skating and driving . . . FTA, GAA, Spanish Club. Guidance Aid . . . wants to be an English teacher. STUART MONCRIEFF KENNISON A merry life and a gay spirit. 'Laugh it off says Stu ... he enjoys sports, folk music and sport cars . . . Key Club, Varsity Club, Track, Electronics Club . . . plans to be an engineer. JAMES PRYOR KING “Bora for success, he seems. Way to go! exclaims Kim ling” . . . likes parties and cars . . . Varsity Club, Key Club, Football Co-Captain. Basketball . . . plans to enter business administration. DOUGLAS ALLAN KERR A wise thought wins a fortune. “Ponyo can be heard saying “Don't do it . . . enjoys girls, pizza and fast cars . . . Cross-Country, Track, AV Helper . . . wants to be a mechanical engineer. DERICK BRINCKERHOFF KIPP, JR. When pleasure calls, he answers. Blondes, parties, cars, boats and madras are Ricky's likes . . . Cross-Country. AV Club . . . Am- bition is to be an architect. JACQUELINE LEE KIERNAN A twinkle in her eye and a lively spirit in her heart. Oh really?” asks Jackie . . . likes skiing, the shore and art . . . Red Cross, GAA . . . future points to college. R. DEAN KIRSCHNER A man of sport is a man indeed. Care, right? asks Deano . . . doesn't like routine and homework but girls and athletics are his favorites . . . Varsity Club, Key Club, NHS. Football, Track . . . plans a career in Math or Science. JON WALTER KNOOP A little nonsense now and then is relished by the best of men. You'll get over it says Jon . . . skiing. Model A's and girls are his favorites . . . Soccer, Key Club . . . college. CHRISTIE DAWN KOCH A quiet mind is richer than a crown. So. what else is new? is what Chris can be heard saying . . . she enjoys talking on the phone and going to parties . . . Glee Club . . . wants to go to secretarial school. ALVIN BARRY KONNER A likeable lad. Chevrolets, the best remarks Al . . . enjoys sports, girls and vacations . . . Varsity Club, Key Club. Soccer, Track ... his ambi- tion is to own a Chevrolet Dealer- ship. SUSAN CAROL KUKUC “Quiet persons are welcomed everywhere. Dancing, parties, and football games are Sue's favorites . . . FBLA, intramurals. Guidance Aid 44 . . . plans to be a secretary. CAROLINDA KOESTING A lively spirit knows no bounds. Kess likes English Leather, Aus- tin Healies and the good life . . . Office helper. Drama . . . plans to enter medical technology. ERIC MICHAEL KUTCH For all his luxury was doing good. Stereo records, the theater and long trips are Eric's favorites . . . Talent Show ... his future is undecided. BARBARA NANCY LaCORTE Hers are the smiles of nature. Don't worry about it advises Barb . . . she enjoys '57 Chevies, parties and records . . . her am- bition is to be a secretary. AUGUST IOSEPH LaCORTE What's the use of worrying? Augie asks How ya doin'? ... likes sports, food and girls ... his ambition is to be a success in life. JAMES MONTGOMERY LANE m Work and play don't mix, I like the play. Jim exclaims I'm not down yet! ... he especially likes Sprites and playing the bagpipes . . . Soccer, Track, Senior and Junior Class Plays . . . wants to be a lawyer. GREGORY CHARLES LARSEN A man capable of true thought. Baseball and reading the New York Times are some of Hearse's” favorites . . . dislikes homework . . . ambition is to major in busi- ness administration. INGRID LOUISE HILDA LARSEN The most essential thing for happiness is the gift of friendship. Ingrid, our AFS exchange student from Norway exclaims, Din fjom- penisse!” . . . likes sailing and skiing . . . dislikes homework . . . AFS. French Club . . . plans to major in languages. ANTHONY JOSEPH LEONE Thou art a merry fellow. Tony often remarks I don't want to hear it! . . . likes dancing, pizza and blondes . . . ambition is to become a construction engineer. SHARON SUZANNE LINTON Activity makes her bright and gay. Shar often says Pues . . . especially enjoys the shore, con- vertibles. madras, and people . . . Student Voice, FTA President, French Club President, Spanish Club, AFS, Senior Class Council . . plans to enter psychology. 4 5 BETH LOUISE LOHMANN Her charm radiates all about her. I give up exclaims Beth . . . '64 Impala convertibles, Jan and Dean and cheeseburgers are her favor- ites . . . Wessex Wire, Milestone, FTA. Chorus ... a future speech therapist. GEORGE HENRY LEU He's a favorite with everybody. Oh, I hope not! exclaims Geor- gous . . . especially likes girls, guitars and money . . . Class Council. Key Club, Junior Prom Committee. NHS . . . wants to become an architectural engineer. MARY CLAIRE LOUGHNEY A happy disposition brightens the day. Mollie asks Are you for real? . . . enjoys dancing, lade East, Johnny Mathis and misty days . . . GAA, Chorus . . . ambition is to be a doctor. J ELAINE LOUISE MAFFEI If smiling pays, here's a rich lady. Moo quips You're enough to gag a maggot . . . enjoys coffee ice cream, Agatha Christie mys- teries . . . Red Cross Club. Living Yearbook . . . college. DOLORES CATHERINE MacCONNACHIE Her humor is a continual bubble of Joy. Dee remarks I'll never tell” . . . enjoys people, scooter pies, the shore . . . Cheerleading Co-Captain, GAA Secretary, Milestone . . . plans to be a secretary. SHARON ANN MARTIN Sweet and sincere. Singing, horseback riding and skat- ing are among the likes of Sam . . . GAA and Band . . . college. DONALD MARTINO Good nature is an element of success. You bet! calls Don . . . likes Wetson's hamburgers . . . Math Team, Spanish Club . . . college. GEORGE JAMES McClellan A quiet man. but a good one. Christmas! exclaims Jim . . . favors cars . . . Cross-Country manager . . . college and then a career as a lawyer-politician. JOHN MIRAM McCLEVE A manly man is he. and strong and able. Big John favors football, girls and photography . . . Football Co-Captain, Varsity Club . . . plans to enter forestry. LYNN DIANE McHENRY A good companion and an easy friend. Don't be so cheeky calls Lynn . . . enjoys chocolate chip ice cream, and madras . . . Italian Club, GAA, Drama Club . . . college. 46 JOHN CHARLES McCOMBS A man of few words. Bowling, swimming and ice skating are among the activities of Flash . . . plans to be an aeronautical engineer. BRUCE ROBERT McKABA There's mischief in his eyes. Gimmie gas money says Bat- man . . . likes sports, cars and parties . . . Soccer . . . college. RICHARD EDWARD MEIER In him there is honestry, manhood, and good fellowship. Dick likes girls, camping and sports . . . Soccer. Golf, Key Club. Varsity Club . . . future looks toward Engineering. LOIS JUNE MEYER I have believed the best of everyman. 'Lo says, You Phanourck! . . . likes sports, Joan Baez, and her red Fiat . . . GAA President, Intra- murals ... a future Phys. Ed. major. DONALD THOMAS MILLER Chance is a word, void of sense; nothing can exist without a cause Don” likes photography and mon- ey .. . dislikes late bus passes . . . Student Voice Treasurer. NHS, Wessex Wire, Milestone, Photography Co-Editor . . . future includes Law-Government Service. JOSEPH JOHN MELI A true and downright man. Lil Joe says, Ya hello . . . likes girls, cars, Italian food and '57 Chevies . . . ambition is to own a business. RICHARD HENRY MILLER My destiny is mine to guide. Rick asks, How goes it? . . . likes cars and sports . . . dislikes special exceptions ... a future Phys. Ed. Teacher. JOHN STOTT MILLS As large as life and twice as natural. Gawlk cries, Hey Otis! . . . likes include sleep, pizza and ex- tremism . . . Basketball, Varsity Club and Junior Classical League . . . ambition is to be a journalist. CHRISTINE ANN MORELAND A little ray of sunshine. Chris exclaims. Oh my good- ness! hates to get up early . . . enjoys dancing . . . Guidance Aide, GAA ... a future dancing in- structor. MARTHA LYNN MONROE Hair like sunshine heart of gold. Marty queries, Honest? . . . likes Steinbeck. Sousa and Soccer . . . Band, Chorus. AFS . . . plans to enter education. r 47 NANCY BAKER MOORE Thou alone are knowledge and delight. Nance quips. Oh. fine! . . . hates Monday mornings but likes folk music, sailing and skiing . . . NHS. AFS, Model UN. French Club . . . wants to major in political science. FRANK LEONARD MORGAN Life offers nothing but contentment. Sock it remarks Frank ... en- joys Corvettes and motorcycles ... future undecided. THOMAS GLENN NELSON He is a silent, steady man. Tom asks How are ya? . . . good music and mushrooms are his favorites . . . black sneakers and lunch lines aren't . . . Wessex Wire. Varsity Club. Key Club, Soccer, Hockey ... a future lawyer. GORDON SCOTT MORRIS II friendliness were gold, he'd be worth a million. Gordie remarks, All's well that ends well . . . science, photog- raphy. driving are his likes while slow people in the halls bother him . . . Wessex Wire Photography Editor. NHS, Senior Class treas- urer, sports manager . . . plans a science career. ELVA CHRISTINE MUMMA A visible song of what life means. Chris, our AFS exchange student to Brazil, remarks. Oba . . . enjoys skiing, writing, and any- thing Brazilian . . . NHS, Wessex Wire, N. J. Symphony Junior Sym- phony Orchestra . . . v ants to enter psychology. VICKI CHRISTINE NELSON What is lovely never fades. Vicki asks. What? Are you kid- ding me? . . . enjoys traveling, music and driving . . . AFS. Guid- ance Aid. French Club . . . college. WILLIAM FREDRICK NICKERSON Happy is the guy with a wink in his eye. Nick says. “Name it after me . . . likes green buses . . . Football. Track . . . college and a career as an advertising agent. RITA ANNETTA OCCHIPINTI Her heart is always doing lovely things. Have fun advises Rita . . . New York, novels, cooking and writing are her enjoyments . . . Red Cross Club President, FT A. L'Academie Francaise . . . plans to become a teacher. i) JUDITH HATHAWAY OLIVER Friendship is the wine of life. Judy's favorites are horseback riding, sailing and social studies NHS. AFS, Senior Advisory Board . . . college. BARBARA LEANNE ORR Few things go out of style, a feminine woman is one of them. New York, parties and clothes count among the enjoyments of Bob . . . Modern Dance. Gym- nastics . . . college lights the future. PAMELA ANNE ORR All know the beauty of her presence. Pam dislikes Monday mornings but enjoys English Leather and New York . . . Modern Dance. Gymnastics . . . college. MAUREEN KATHRYN O'ROURKE Man is man and master of his fate. Maureen enjoys meeting people and going places . . - Wessex Wire. Model UN. AFS. FTA. NHS . . . plans a career in foreign relations. MICHAEL ANTHONY PACIO A good sport, a fine friend. Right calls Mike” . . . sports, girls, cars and parties are his likes . . . school lunches a dislike . . . Key Club, Basketball . . . business career. MARION ADA PARKER She greets life with a smile. Marion remarks, It's a long story . . . the shore. Italian food and water skiing are favorites . . . Wessex Wire Advertising Manager. Red Cross Club, FT A . . . Speech Therapy. WILLIAM STURGEON PHARMER A fine athlete and worker. Brown enjoys football, motor- cycles, parties and pizza . . . dis- likes black sneakers . . . Football. Baseball, Varsity Club, Key Club • . . a future business administrator. GERALD JOSEPH PARADISE, JR. Patience and perseverance make the man. Jerry lists cars, girls and the shore as favorites . . . Radio and Electronics Club ... a future engineer. LAURA JEAN PICETTI It's nice to be natural when you're naturally nice. Laura remarks, I'll never tell .. . likes English Leather, madras and the color blue . . . Cheerleader, Student Voice. Senior Class Council . . . college. GLEN WESLEY PIERCE An easy-minded soul. Percy remarks, Your best is never enough” . . . enjoys all sports and oil painting . . . Base- ball, Football. Cross-Country . . . a future accountant. MARY THERESA POLLIO A bright soul without a flaw. Oh, poor baby! remarks Mar . . . enjoys laughing, talking and folk singers . . . Senior Advisory Beard, Milestone ... a future Art major. JOHN CHARLES PULLIN A little mischief, a little fun. makes him liked by everyone. John calls, Hey Otis! . . . likes Jade East. Hootenannies and track . . . Track, Soccer, Indoor Track . . . a career in Foreign Service or politics. LINDA SANDRA REA She is given to hospitality. Ya know, take it slow, have fun remarks Lyn . . . enjoys driving, and collecting records . . . ambi- 49 tion is 10 be a secretary. BONNIE LINDA POTTER Laughter is her chief delight. Oh, you know what I mean says Bonnie . . . chocolate, blonde boys and show music are her favorites . . . Twirler, Junior Class Play . . . Speech teacher. MARILYN LOUISE REDFIELD The smile that won't come off.” May quips, Laugh it off . . . enjoys chocolate awful-awfuls. driving and weekends . . . Drama Club, Glee Club and Office Helper ... future points toward elementary school teaching. f I ROBERTA ELLEN RICH Laughter is the key to happiness. Robbie exclaims. I want to go to the shore . . . enjoys New York, English Leather and preppy boys . . . Spanish Club, Milestone. Senior Class Council. Junior Prom . . . wants to be a kindergarten teacher. VIRGINIA ELLEN ROBINSON She's clever and she's cute. Ginny enjoys all sports but high locker compartments disturb her . . . GAA President. Student Voice, FTA, L'Academie Francaise ... a future Phys. Ed. teacher. LINDA JEAN RIBBACH Without music, life would be a mistake. Fun, I will do it says Linda . . . music, sports and driving are her likes . . . AFS. Chorus, Living Yearbook . . . ambition is to be a professional singer. ROBERT BARRY ROSE A genial fellow and a likeable man. Bob asks Howsitgoin ? . . . likes the shore, food and loafing . . . dislikes term papers and long phone calls . . . Track, Cross Coun try . . . college. JOSEPH HELD ROTHSCHILD Friendliness unlocks many a door. Joe likes girls, cars, steaks and vacation . . . Football. Track . . . college and a career as an Agri- culturist. LINDA ETHEL SAUER Sometimes quiet but always nice. Lynn enjoys swimming, skiing and the shore . . . L'Academie Francaise. NHS, Glee Club . . . future points to teaching. MURIEL GAIL SAGADAN Nothing is impossible to a willing heart. Sag, who likes '56 Chevies, can be heard saying You're kidding . . . Guidance Aid, FNA, German Club . . . future points toward business school. ARLEEN MARY SALEEBY Happy ever, worried never. Dah Dah says Cameljockey . . . music, sports and Syrian food are her favorites . . . Cheery Aid, FNA, Senior Advisory Board . future teacher. CARL PETER SCHEIDEGG A nice friend, lacking little, offering much. Oh brother! exclaims Carl . . . flying, sincere friends and fun are his biggest pleasures . . . NHS. Key Club, Radio-Electronics Club . . . plans to be an Electrical Engineer. GREGORY ROBERT SCHNEIDER Happy is he, free and independent. Soccer and skiing are Greg's favorites . . . Varsity Club. Soccer . . college and then the Air Force. STEVEN SEROTA Good humor and generosity. SteY© enjoys playing the guitar and listening to Chuck Berry . . . dislikes wailing for anything . . . ambition is to own a business . BARBARA ALICE SHEPHERD Friends are worth having. Shorty” remarks, I beg your pardon! . . . English Leather, people and the car are her favorites . . . Wessex Wire . . . future commercial artist. PATRICIA ELAINE SEELIG Sweet and pleasant, with a twinkle in her eyes. Good grief exclaims Pat . . . enjoys week-ends, sweaters and painting . . . Spanish Club. AFS. Ski Club . . . plans to be a nursery school teacher. JOAN PATRICE SHERMAN Long hair is a sign of a feminine woman. Joni enjoys poetry, art, music and people who think . . . her ambition is to create something beautiful. BARRY LEE SIMONDS A little nonsense now and then is relished by the best of men. Hey! Ponyo says Bunky . . . girls, 352's and skiing are his favorites . . . French Club . . . plans to be an Aeronautical Engi- neer. JEFFREY PAUL SMITH Is not life too short for us to bore ourselves? Politics, sports, jazz and reading are Smitty's favorites . . . Tennis Soccer. Wessex Wire, Key Club. Varsity Club . . . ambition is to do what he wants. MARGARET HELEN SIMONSON Beauty is truth, truth is beauty — that is all. White Bonnevilles are Maggie's Favorites . . . dislikes hypocrites and dry places . . . her future is undecided. LINDA SLAVICK A merry heart does good. Are you kidding? asks Lin” ... enjoys Italian food and the color pink . . . Color Guard. Guidance Helper ... a future secretary. I J J KAREN ANN SMITH The only way to have a friend is to be one. Come on, get off it remarks Smithy . . . likes driving, sports and the radio . . . AFS. GAA. FTA. French Club Treasurer ... a future teacher. JOSEPH BARTON SMOCK I live to be merry and gay. Joby likes GTO's, weekends, and the Beach Boys . . . dislikes home- work . . . Soccer. V essex Wire, Milestone ... to be a lawyer is his ambition. OLYMPIA MARY SPINUZZA Good things come in small packages. Olympia quips. Definitely! . . . the color pink, the movies and pizza are among her favorites . . . Senior Guidance. FBLA ... a future secretary. KATHLEEN JUNE SMITH Really a pleasure to know. You're kidding remarks Kathy . . . pleasures are parties, music, swimming and food . . . Red Cross , Italian Club, Spanish Club a future secretary. THOMAS HIRAM SMITH Of merry heart and ready wit. Tom” lists water skiing, swimming and gymnastics as favorites . . . Track . . . his ambition is to go to West Point. SUSAN LEE SNYDER Her happiness is contagious. Sue remarks You fool! ... en- joys swimming, skiing and friendly people . . . dislikes insincere peo- ple . . . FTA, Spanish Club, AFS . . . future points to elementary school teaching. JOHN EDGAR STACY A trusty man is he. Johnnie can usually be seen driving his candy apple red MG . . . likes football . . . future points to college and a career in mechan- ical engineering. CLAIRE NANCY STEFFENS She is the spirit of all that is fair. Claire remarks. Be good an' keep smilin' ... parties, convertibles and swimming are among her likes ... Italian Club. L'Academie Fran- caise. AFS. NHS ... a future social worker. JANET CHRISTINA STODDARD A wise thought wins a fortune. Chris enjoys sewing and volun- teer work but dislikes the mad rush after gym and slow drivers . . . FNA. Red Cross Club. Glee Club and Cheery Aid . . . ambition is to be a nurse in pediatrics. DARLEEN MARIE SUSEN A merry heart that laughs at care. Dar quips. That's beside the point . . . likes include Volks- wagens, bulky sweaters, coffee . . . Wessex Wire . . . plans to major 52 In English literature. THOMAS HENRY STEINER Men of few words are the best men. Tom says, Wait a minute . . . likes cars, hunting and fishing . . . Band . . . ambition is to own a new car. WILLIAM MACY SWENSON An honest man, close-button'd to the chin. Bobbin Bill” says That's pretty Boss . . . likes jazz, cars and guitars . . . Epics and Spanish Club . . . college. MERYL LINDA SUSSMAN Friendliness is the only investment that never fails. Singing, painting, tennis and the piano are among Meryl’s likes . . . NHS President, Milestone Theme Editor, SV Service Chairman, AFS . . . college. ROBERT THOMAS SVEHLA Mirth makes the day seem shorter. Bob likes 'vettes, parties, swim- ming and girls . . . Soccer, Varsity Club ... a future Phys. Ed. teacher. 1 SUSAN LEE TALLAKSEN Full of life, full of fun. Is it really love? asks Susie . . . enjoys college boys, Italian ices, parties and swimming . . . Spanish Club, AFS. Italian Club . . . ambition is to be a stewardess. RICHARD IVER THOMPSON Quiet nature and a steadfast friend. Forget it says Rick . . . Foot- ball and Track manager . . . college and engineering in the future. DOROTHY ANNE TOVIG Good nature smiles in her face. 'TT1 never tell claims Dottie . . . enjoys Stingrays, music, food and New York . . . counts Guidance Aide among activities . . . business school and private secretary in the future. SUZANNE SCOTT TRACY Her shining personality makes everything glow. I don't believe it! remarks Zon- nie . . . enjoys dungarees, Old Spice and clear, cold days . . . active in intramurals and Drama Club . . . college and merchandis- ing in the future. EDWARD IAMES TROIAN Get the most out of life. Think, love and wear a smile. says Ed . . . likes everything ex- cept immature people . . . future points toward lithography. 53 CAROL GENE TRINER Pep. personality and equal popularity. Carol claims, Don't worry, I'm not always like this!” . . . likes blue cotton candy, baby faced boys and snow . . . Student Voice, GAA. Modern Dance ... a future nurse. CAROL LYNN TRUXTON A good friend to have. Really? asks Carol . . . skating. French, sports cars and the shore rate high . . . Red Cross Club, FNA, French Club ... a future nurse. BARBARA JEAN UNIS Someone swee! and always neat. Barb quips. Ya know!” . . . enjoys chocolate ice cream . . . Spanish Club. Glee Club. Library Council . . . Secretarial school and a business career. I 4 ) KRISTINA CLAY VANDENBERG Charm plus intelligence is a winning team. Oh Yeah exclaims “Kris . . . enjoys dramatics and waterskiing . . . Wessex Wire, Milestone Sec- tion Editor, AFS . . . college. t CHRISTINE ANNE VAN DUYNE In her, 'tis natural to please. Chris favors cars, clothes and cokes . . . Intramurals . . . future points toward college. ELAINE SUSAN VACHON Happiness comes from the health of the soul. I don’t worry about it claims Elly . . . likes dancing, motor- cycles and singing . . . looks toward a career as a beautician. MARY MARGARET VAN HOUTEN Imagination rules the world. Is it really love? queries Trudy . . . likes T. S. Eliot. Spanish gui- tars and Aston-Martins . . . Wessex Wire. Russian Club . . . ambition is to be a playwright. CRAIG FREDERICK VAN PELT Reason and judgment make the foundation of a leader. Not really says Craig . . . enjoys sincere people and dark haired girls . . . Senior Class President, Key Club Vice President, Junior Prom Chairman . . . wants to be a corporation lawyer. THERESA ANN VIRGIL Gentle of speech, beneficient of mind. Tia exclaims Ginger Peachy” . . . enjoys boys who wear English Leather and happy sincere people . . . counts Drama Club among her activities . . . future looks to a legal stenographer. CAROL ANNE VEGHTE Quiet and shy is she. Carol likes folk music, reading and horseback riding . . . active in Senior Chorus. Russian Club and Italian Club . . . college in the future. FELIX JESUS VILLAVERDE Wherever he goes, he brings cheer. Felix likes girls, guitars, cars and flying . . . dislikes homework and politics . . . hopes to become an airline pilot. Nxv SANDRA LYNN VOGEL Her charm will win the way. Are you serious?” questions ”San dy” . . .likes parties, the shore and '55 Chevies . . . Spanish Club, Intramurals. Modern Dance . . . future points toward college. WAYNE ALBERT VOLKER Ho takes everything in his stride.” Stick” often says You'll get over it” . . . enjoys cars and the high- bar . . . wants to be an accountant. JOAN VOORHEIS Conversation is the laboratory and workshop of the student.” Joan exclaims, Don't be cheeky! . . . enjoys guitars, skiing, and horses . . . FTA. GAA, French Club, Red Cross Club ... a future teacher. JANE SNOW WALSH Gentle is her way, and kind of heart. Michigan and spaniel puppies are among Jane's likes while slow and insincere people irritate her . . . Milestone Section Editor, AFS, Red Cross Volunteer . . . college and the Diplomatic Service. SUZANNE MAUREEN VOLPE Quiet and sweet.” Sue quips Have fun!” . . . likes football games, dancing, swimming . . . Milestone. Student Librarian, Cheery Aid . . . college and a Medical Librarian in the future. t SHARON TERESE WARD Quietness and patience becomes a woman. Shar” likes to watch football games and dance . . . dislikes slow drivers and conceited boys . . . V essex Wire, FTA, French Club . . . college. PATRICIA ANN WAREHIME Sincerity is the truest virtue.” What can I say? asks Brinky . . . skating, swimming and having fun rate high . . . Chorus, Intra- murals. Guidance Aide . . . plans a career as a secretary. JOAN BETTY WEIL Success is the result of ambition. Joannie quips, You got hit with the ugly stick and your mamma dresses you funny . . . likes in- clude sailing and guitars . . . Living Yearbook and Nurse's Helper . . . psychology major. RICHARD WILBUR WATKINS Friends are born not made.” Dick exclaims Your Shop! ... enjoys hunting and fishing . . . wants to go into military service. KAREN SLATER WEBER Beauty lends enchantment to the view. . . . Oh, I can't remember ex- claims KK likes the shore, ten- nis, creative writing and Tweed . . . dislikes polka dots and brassy people . . . French Club. AFS. Red Cross Club. Intramurals ... college. JAMES BARRY WELDON As fine and handsome a man as he is an athlete.” Barney-Bare asks Who, me?! I'm always on time! . . . sleeping and sports rate high but he dis- likes people in a hurry . . . Basket- ball. Track, Varsity Club President. Key Club, NHS ... a future lawyer . . . moved after first semester. MARJORIE LOUISE WILCOX The ideal of courtesy, wit. grace and charm. Margie asks Honest injun? ... Italian food. Voikswagens and any- thing blue are her likes . . . Red Cross Club. Choir. FNA . . . plans to be a nurse. CHRISTEL ELFRIEDA WELLER A smile is a virtue. Christi” says, Whoa! . . . likes parties, swimming, kittens and cycle rides . . . GAA. FNA . . . future includes a career as a Mathematician. r PETER KINGSBURY WESTENDARP Genteel in personage. Westy likes sports, driving. Italian food and girls . . . Golf Team. AV ... a future politician. MARGARET JEAN WILDEBOER Kindness and quietness are the traits of a lady. Oh no! exclaims Marge . . . homemade pizza and country life are her likes . . . Intramurals . . . plans a secretarial career. DORIS JEAN WILHELMY Fair as the day and always gay. Hey Toots cries DS . . . enjoys swimming, dancing and parties . . . Cheery Aid, Band, FNA. Office Helper ... a future nurse. GEORGIA RUTH WILSON Silence is often more meaningful than speech. George likes convertibles, par- ties, sports, boys and dislikes homework . . . Guidance Aide, Intramurals . .. future is undecided. JANE WINDOLF Her beauty shows the brains behind her. lane advises. Be good! . . . dis- likes insincerity but enjoys travel- ing, European clothes and meeting people . . . Spanish Club, AFS Secretary, Senior Class Secretary, Ir. Prom . . . her ambition is to travel around the world. EUGENE JOSEPH YARNCHAK Fun for all and all for fun. Gene asks. What do you say? . . . likes are basketball games and 3:31 ... Wrestling, Football, Track. Varsity Club, Key Club . . . wants to become an engineer. 4 NANCY VIRGINIA YATES She sparkles with happiness. Nancy exclaims, Pues . . . likes Bonnevilles, blue and yellow, and Fridays . . . FT A, Spanish Club . . . college. JEANETTE CAROL WYBLE Laugh and make others gay. Forget it! advises Jeanette . . . enjoys track meets, red Mustangs and Wetson's . . . Drama Club, Spanish Club. Choir ... her future is undecided. 56 BARBARA JEAN YOUNG Zealous, yet modest; innocent, though free. Barbie says How ‘bout that! . . . likes horseback riding, football, and sincere people . . . FTA, Span- ish Club. Milestone. Chorus . . . plans to enter teaching. ELAINE IRENE ZOLNOWSKI A pleasure to know. Don't sweat it says Shortie ... cars, pizza and parties are her favorites . . . Senior Guidance Aid . . . plans to be a beautician. CAMERA SHY BARBARA LOIS MACNAMARA Nothing rarer than real goodness. Lois explains, Oh you know how it is . . . likes individuals, the shore, and dancing . . . Choir . . . plans to be a social worker. LAURENCE JULIUS POLYNIAK A man of few words. Take it easy” says Larry . . . likes cars . . . future points to work. VICTOR JAMES ZECCHINO There's never a dull moment.' Myron likes all sports and dis- likes nothing . . . Basketball . . . his ambition is to lead a prosper- ous life. ■ 1 best personality Toni Bull Tom Albano 7r . CUTEST Carol Triner Glenn Intile most INTELLECTUAL Judy Oliver Bruce Draine MOST DEPENDABLE Evelyn Fiore Gordon Morris PEPPIEST Dolores Mac Connachie Vinnie Albergato MOST VERSATILE Melinda Broad Tom Nelson PERSONALITY BEST LOOKING Meredith Gash John Pullin CLASS CLOWNS Cindy Brucksch Roger Beach ft J§ SKD physique BEST Yl°UEE lcone ffMcCleve MOST admired Jane Windolf Oene Gaglione POLL 1965 ‘sSgfHae Ion Kn °CJel Kr o0p ytiLE m most sophisticated ]anis France Bob Conklinq 0 .£ CLASS WITS Diane Bosset Jeff Smith MOST athletic Lois Meyer BanY Weldon most creative 171 Berry Jessica Glenn Benton BEST DRESSED Barbara and Pam Orr Mike Pacio CLASS musicians Rosemary Horkay Bill Hage] CLASS FLIRTS Mary Pollio Dean Kirschner i I done MOST for Sharon Linton Jefi Bond WEHS CJccTTEBB°XES Anthony Ar°r e's Ar°niando BEST DANCERS Mary Bateman Ricky Kipp 59 Witt and Jedtament of the (Lla5A of 1965 We, the Class of 1965, situated in the borough of North Caldwell and inhabiting this and the surrounding three munici- palities, having miraculously survived numerous cafeteria meals, flag salutes, detentions, miles of walking, gym classes, exams, experiments, essays, and backbreaking homework assignments, and being of occasional sound mind and body, deem it necessary to make, publish, and declare the following to be our Last Will and Testament: First: We hereby revoke all promises and wills made heretofore. Second: To our parents, who have patiently endured these past eighteen years, we convey our deepest and sincerest appreciation. Third: To Dr. Piel, Dr. Travis and all other members of the faculty and administration, we leave our thanks for the help and guidance received these last four years, and in particular we convey the following: To Dr. Arscott, periods 3 and 5 leave one train ticket to Princeton. To Mr. Paglieri, Denny Hoskins leaves ten uncompleted homework assignments. To Miss Stagen, French IV leaves. To Mr. Rizzo, the 1965 Seniors leave ten bars of half-eaten Senior Candy. To Mr. Harrity, Ricky Kipp leaves a copy of the Communist Manifesto. To Mr. Martino, Kit Hedman leaves his shoelaces. To Mr. Saalberg, Jessica Berry and Florence Bruschi leave all unmet deadlines. To Mr. King, the Physics classes leave one broken slide rule. To Mrs. DeGraw, Butter Hendrickson leaves ten cases of margarine. To Miss Meek, the girls in the Class of 1965 leave one bass drum. To Mr. Pietrowicz, the Senior Class leaves a life subscription to the Daily News. Periods 2, 4 and 6, leave Miss Cowin still watching movies. To Mr. Dougan, Bill Nickerson leaves his tight pants. Fourth: To the members of the Class of 1966, we do hereby leave the following faults, oddities, and attributions: To the Junior Class, the Senior Class leaves 180 copies of the New York Times. Bob Fleder leaves one junior year to anyone willing to stay here another year. To Vicki Pfeifer, Mary Pollio leaves the grapevine. To Kathy Kelly, Jenni Gillespie leaves her slide rule, math book, and gyp sheet. To next year's Student Voice, Jeff Bond leaves three truckloads of wood. To Roger Jones, Bob Jones leaves his unusual name. To Elmar Habermas, Harold leaves his soccer ball. Craig Van Pelt leaves all unsolved Senior problems to next year's Seniors. Joan Voorheis leaves, still talking. To Jack Brucksch (of the Rum Runners), Dave Bate (also of the Rum Runners) leaves one bottle of Rum. To Conrad Fenwick, John Mills leaves his height. To Paul Andrews, Gordon Morris leaves the darkroom. Barry Weldon leaves his contacts to anyone willing to search the gym floor for them. Jeff Smith just leaves. To Bette Hanek, Kathy Costello leaves her flirtatiousness. To Linda Fleder, Sharon Linton leaves her activities. To Tony Pio Costa, Vinnie Albergato leaves his Italian. 60 We laughed, OK guys, enough with the Senior candy. I'm on a diet! I think I'm qualified to belong to the Soupy Sales Fan Club now. (Marilyn Redfield, Stuart Konnison) Are you sure this is how the Beatles started? (Toni Bull. Barb Orr, lane Windolf. Pam Orr) Don't look now. but your pettipants are showing. Tom. (Karen Weber. Tom Carlisle) But I don't know how to dance! (Bob Rose) 61 We played, Uncle Sam needs you! (Debbie Crosby. Bonnie Potter. Muriel Sagadan, Noel Clarke, Ruth Doerrhoefer) I told you we shouldn't have done it. Elaine. (Rita Occhipinti, Elaine Maftei) Oh you nasty boy!” (Dale Ehrhardt) Get ready pardner! (Mike Costello) Romeo, Romeo where for art thou . . (Mig Grieg) And well never forget Hey Gordon, are you SURE you saw a butterfly?1' (Carl Scheidegg. Gordon Morris) Smile — you're on Candid Camera! (Pam Orr, Barb Orr, Zonme Tracy. Jan Andersen) Uh. Bob. 1 think it would be better to dance with a girl.” (Bob DeCoulaz. Tom Smith) Oleg Cassini must have been nuts!” (Evie Fiore) They went that-a-way.” (Robbie Rich) 65 FUTURAMA Underclassmen Look at the Underclassmen of West Essex, and behold the Futurama. A glance into the future at the Fair shows trips to the moon, life under the ice, vacationers relaxing in sub- oceanic resorts, multilane super- highways through dark African jungles, crops thriving in des- erts, and cities with moving sidewalks. Our Underclassmen may well witness this age of tomorrow. The future lies within their reach. JUNIORS Mr. Charles E. Gauntl Sponsor OFFICERS: Dan Goodman, president: Elaine Ravelle, vice president; Bette Hanek, secretary; Robin Lathrop, treasurer. This year, under the able direction of adviser Mr. Charles E. Gauntt and the hard working officers, the Class of 1966 made great strides. The year began with a very successful Kick-off Dance, fea- turing the Deekons, being spon- sored in collaboration with the Seniors. Next came the Junior Class production The Mousetrap, a murder-mystery by Agatha Christie. In all respects it proved to be one of the best plays ever produced at West Essex. Besides taking PSAT's and obtaining class rings in Decem- ber, the Juniors engaged in two other activities: a Fun-Night on February 5, and a later class event on April 2. The Juniors climaxed their very successful year with a class trip and a fantastic Prom long to be remembered by all who attended. CLASS COUNCIL — Top Row: John Math, Ed Gill, John Cullum, Carroll Hogan. Bottom Row: Michele Gathman. Barbara Guzio. Barbara McKaba, Linda Fleder. Lillian Helle. Ronald Alber. Louis Albergato Barbara Anderson, Paul Andrews Grace Androccio. Ted Angermeier David Anthony. Judy Avants Charles Bacheller. Edward Baker Lynne Bauer, Kathleen Beckwith 66 Randy Beckwith, Margaret Belfiore Donald Berkowitz, Ingrid Bernhardt George Betz, Roseann Bisaccia John Bishop. Patricia Black Jane Bobrowski. Paul Bork John Bratcher. James Brehove Barbara Britton, John Brucksch John Campbell, William Carmody Constance Carr. Lee Charpentier Karen Clarke. Rick Clarkson Beverly Cole, Barbara Compton Margaret Coombs. Sandra Corwin Gene Cresibene. Robert Crisafulli Robert Cubby. John Cullum Nancy Cunningham, Linda D'Amadio John DeVries. Linda Dinkle Margaret Dippel. Bruce Douglas Robert Dressel, Jay Cberhard Robert DeCamp. James DeCoulaz Joan DelVecchio, Janice Demicco Marie deMontaigne, Dennis DeRidder Linda Eckhardt. James Ercoli Judith Fenn, Conrad Fenwick Linda Fleder. Janet Foltz Elaine Franciose. Robert Francis Gene Gargiulo. Robert Gates Michele Gathman, Claire Gennaro James Gertler. Pat Gesualdo Gerry Giannotta, Edward Gill Fred Giltzow. Betsy Glerum 67 Daniel Goodman. Richard Goodman Marilyn Grasso. Barbara Grieco Barbara Guzio, Elmar Habermas Ellen Hamady. Elizabeth Hanek Elizabeth Harrison. Linda Harrison Marietta Harrison. John Hartwick Barbara Hawkins. Henry Heidt Lillian Helle. Petra Henrici Martin Herrick. Cathy Hilton Carroll Hogan. Dianne Hogg John Holler. Joseph Homza Carol Infusino. Jane Irving Bruce Jackson. Dennis Jaye Joseph Jeremias. Gail Jochem Roger Johnson. Roger Jones Alicia Jordan. Paul Jordan Deborah Kahn, Michael Kalafer Kathy Kamper, Jackie Kefalonitis Margaret Kefalonitis. Kathryn Kelly Ralph Kelly, Robert Kelly Betsy Kent. Guy Kesby James Kieman, Susan Kimmerle Leslie Kingsbury. Fred Kitterie Aurie Kolbert, Frank Korp Gail Krause, Ingvald Kristiansen Ruth Kummer. Robin Lathrop Frank Leone. Linda Lesko Brian Leslie. Barbara Lincoln Deborah Lombardi, Howard Lott Leslie Ludwig, Gregory Lukmire 68 Aleida Lyons. Pegeen MacConnachie Fred MacNamara. Carl Maffei Leila Mahadeen. Robert Matarazzo John Math. Timothy McDonough Jim McGregor. Terry McHenry Barbara McKaba, Sandy McWilliams George Mears. Dan Meeker Thomas Meier. Alfred Mercuri Susan Mickiewicz. Carol Miczak Dennis Minnella. Sam Mocabee John Mostwill. Ann Murray Julie Nicony, Deborah Nordfors Ann Oates. Joseph O'Brien Robert O'Hara. Gary O'Hea Michael Oliver. Craig Pabst Camille Pescatore. Victor Petilio Mona Petrou, Peter Pfeifer Vicki Pfeifer. Anthony PioCosta Charles Poekel. Martha Pollio Davina Randolfi. Elaine Ravelle Torilla Reiersen. Francis Rice Charles Rickborm Michele Rigoloso Douglas Roberts, Sandra Robinson Danielle Roehrich. Karen Rohnstock Mary Ann Romano. Charles Roveda Amy Ruprecht, Barbara Salkin Tom Sammond, David Schechter Robert Pajewski. Charles Partington Holly Pasko. Rosemarie Passafaro Susan Peck, Nancy Perdue 69 Hilary SchiHrin, Barbara Schillig Richard Schlegel, Nancy Schmidt Connie Schneider. Robert Schubert Russell Schubert. Patricia Schulz Joanne Schuttert. David Schwartz Merrill Seaman, Thomas Shelhamer John Vreeland. Barry Wachtler George Wakely, Alan Walker Joann Warner. Robert Warrick Wende Sherman. Dennis Sigler Deborah Simon, Kathleen Smith Kent Smith, Richard Smith Robert Smith, Timothy Smith Arthur Sparks, Deborah Spedick Steven Springer Robert Stevens William Stevens. Ronald Svehla Peter Swereda, Joseph Tedesco Robert Then. Sue Thompson Willow Tracy, Chris Unger Sharyn Urban. Dennis Vane Mary Ellen Vedro. Ann Vosper 70 Mary Waters, Carol Weber Laura Wescott. Toby West Nancy White. Judith Wildrick Edwin Williams. Mark Williams Harriet Willis. Annamae Wojciechowski Kevin Wronko. Harriet Yarger Karen Zbornik, Phyllis Zito SOPHOMORES OFFICERS: Lance Taylor, president; Carol Germann, vice president; Carol Hanek secretary; Nancy Koch, treasurer. This was a fun-filled and profitable year for the class of '67. Under the able leadership of Sponsor Mr. Richard Clarke, the officers, and the council, the Sophomore Class further pre- pared for their future years. Their activities included a very successful dance in Octo- ber, an invigorating Fun Night in the spring and a dance held in the spring. Their social ac- tivities were highlighted by a lively picnic at the seashore. CLASS COUNCIL — Top Row: Linda Maffei, Claudia Pont rvo. Betsy • i yo Sue Knoop, Carolyn Robinson, Dianne Carrington, Terry Bencs. Bottom Row: Mike Furey, Jack O'Hea. Mark Jones, Don Lochhead, Richard Leonard. Pat Albanese. Mary Aldrich Marie Angelini. Barbara Anson Theresa Aparisi, Leslie Archibald Diane Asche, Don Baker Angela Baliotis. John Bate Russell Battye. Loraine Baum 71 Felix Belliore. William Bell Terry Bones. Robert Benson Don Bergman. Tom Bianco Larry Bongiovanni, Alan Booth Marion Bosworth. Kent Boveroux Dennis Bowker. Kevin Brady Susan Brundage. Sue Burgess Karen Burggral. Marilyn Caccavella Dianne Carrington. Sue Clark Anthony Ciasullo. John Cobane Robert Comley. William Connor Stephen Conte. John Corica Karen Costello. James Cutinello Mary Ann D'Agnilli. Gene D'Agostino Stephen Dailey. Judy Davis John Dramis. Joe Endres Ginger Ellis. Louise Eshbaugh Rodger Evans. Joan Fagan Melinda Faison. Jack Falcone Tom Fenn, Toni Fiore James Finkle. Nancy Fitting Warren Devens. Karen DeVries Mary DiLiberto. Joseph Donnelly Bonnie Douglas. Linda Drake Jessie Fout. Lois Frantz Lee Fritze. Douglas From Michael Furey, Manetta Galusha Muriel Galusha. Anthony Garguilio Carol Germann. Kathleen Gesualdo Pat Gille. Tom Ginty 72 Thomas Glynn, Wendy Goodman Margaret Haantz, Richard Hadsall Elaine Hall. Virginia Hamel Thomas Hamersma. Nancy Hamilton Carol Hanek, John Harris Howard Heath, Harry Heckman Dave Heidt. Arthur Henderson Lynne Henke, Linda Henriksen Glenn Hildebrand. Peter Hoerman Susan Honour. loan Horkay Joseph Hubay. Larry Hulyo Dana Ingerto. Richard Jackson Larry Jaeger. John Jehl Mark Jones, Betty Juhasz William Kaiser. Steve Kalafer Bruce Kappel. Spencer Kiernan Fred Kitterle. Sue Knoop Allan Koch, Nancy Koch Byron Leu. Mark Levkoff Yale Levinson, Judy LiPari Donald Lochhead, Peter Lombardo Ralph Loree, Joanne Lukmire Richard McCleve. Jim McCombs Carolyn McIntosh. Diane Macken Linda MaHei. Ramsey Mahadeen JoAnn Malanga. Bill Mallok John Matt. Steve Matt 73 Jim Mentel, Toni Meo Keith Meyer. Tom Miller Michael Molinaro. Nils Montan Barbara Moss. Thomas Murray Perry Neare. Joseph Neukum Leonard Newman, Turid Nilson Joyce Nutile, Chris O'Halloran Jack O'Hea. Andrew Oliver Kenneth Orlovsky. Joseph Pacio Fran Paradise. Anne Parker Catherine Paterson. Barbara Phillips Leslie Pipa. Carol Piscopo Joseph Pitti. Richard Pitts Betsy Pityo. Steven Polverino Claudia Pontecorvo. Don Potter Bettina Povey. Joseph Raimo Larry Ringen. Alice Roark Carolyn Robinson. Diana Rohnstock Charles St. John. Joseph Salpetro Peggy Sargent. Bob Scarano Bob Schaefer, Susan Schecaner Paula Schmidt. Fred Schneider Wayne Scott, Olivia Seligmann Shelley Serota. Sue Sewell Michael Shull, Susan Smith Wendy Smith. Dave Soltanoff Bill Sonta. Carleen Stivale Barbara Storm, Leonora Sullivan Sue Summers. Inga Swenson Lance Taylor. Cathi Thatcher 74 Craig Thistleton, Robert Thompson Jeffroy Thresher. Martin Thresher Barbara Tilton. Ronald Treiber Larry Trovato. Elizabeth Turner Lora Jane Turner. Mark Tuthill Alfred VanBroekhoven. Carol VanderVliet Tom VanderVliet, Joyce Veghte Peter Vogel. Nancy Wakely Bill Wallace, Ronald Wasik Kathleen Waugh. Rich Weiss Jim White. Elizabeth Wiegner Carole Wilhelm. Margaret Wilson MonicaWojciechowski Steve Wurz Nancy Wyble, June Yokell Margaret Young, Meredith Young Larry Zambri, Loring Zimble Linda Zincone, Cheryl Zucker 75 First Row: Miss Virginia D'Angola, Mr. Byron Harmony. Second Row: Mr. Gilbert Adams, Mr. Rex Morrison. Mrs. Helen Jones. Third Row: Mrs. Eleanor May. Mr. Robert Haskins, Dr. Robert Cloos. Fourth Row: Mr. Harrison Goodall. FRESHMEN OFFICERS: David White, president; Donna Richards, vice president; Pat Mullen, secretary; Gregory Sindmack. treasurer. The class of '68 had a won- derful year with many social events and fund-raising projects, as they, for the first time, began with Mr. Edward Lynch to plan for the coming years. The Frosh started their ac- tivities in November with a successful Post-election Dance. Later in the year was a Fun Night including a film on surfing with dancing and games afterward. Then to top off an already spectacular year, there was a lakeside picnic in June, with swimming and fun for all. CLASS COUNCIL — Top Row: Wayne Pierce. Karen Strandskcv. lane Sokasits. Carmine Cannara. Joe Pescatore. Bottom Row: Shelley Horridge. Nancy Barrett. Barbara Kent. Kathy O'Hea. Judy Faggiani. Toni Albano. Nadine Allen Linda Ambielli. Kathy Anderson James Armor. Gary Attala Wallace Baird. Les Baker Candy Baliotis. Nancy Barrett Susan Bartholomew. Nancy Bate 76 Robert Bate. Nancy Batta Warren Beisler. Richard Bellas Melvin Bellott, Karen Benson Robert Berner. Peter Bernhardt Elizabeth Birdsall. Rosemary Black Barbara Bokar. Paul Bond Rudolph Brewer. Henry Broggi Charles Buchna. Kenneth Buckley Arthur Burgess. Linda Burghardt Mary Burgstahler. Valerie Callahan Peter Campbell. Carmine Cannara Nancy Carlisle. Michael Carmody Theodore Cassera, Donna Charles John Charpentier. Robert Chickene Richard Ciasulli, Steve Conway Anthony Cottone. William Courier Jane Cox. Brian Crosby John Cuneo. Dolores Curry Michael Curry. Jean D'Anna Paul Danckwerth. Rita Darzentas Jan Davies. Sharon DeForest Jean DeLaar. Kenneth Devens Lorraine Dikdan. Claude Diletto Martha Dinkel, Kenneth Dobosh Susan Douglas. Bruce Draper Eileen Duffy. Robert Dughi Deborah Duym, William Eaton Kathleen Egan. Drue Erhardt Neal Epifanio, Susan Faberman Judy Faggiani, Bruce Falzarano 77 Emmett Farmer. Robert Ferlanti Filippo Ferrigni. Steve Finley Judy Fittin. James Flammer James Flynn. Carol Foltz Charles Francis. Elizabeth French William Fricke, Maureen Gannon Peter Gennaro. Linda Gentile Albert Germann. Gary Giese Mary Gluck. Terry Goepfest Douglas Goodhill. Barry Goodman Mona Graddock. Janice Grasso Gordon Gray. William Grieco Steven Grunberg. John Hall Sara Halm. John Hamilton Gary Hannon. Robert Hannon Dennis Hansen. Marcia Harrison William Hawksley. Jeffrey Hecht Barbara Hedman, Thomas Hedman Sue Henderson. Brian Hoepner Michael Hogan, Shelley Horridge Tina Ingerto, Renee Intili Linda James Jennifer Jacobs Charles Jones, Maureen Kalafer Robert Kassa. Ronald Keeler Robert Keil. Michele Kelly Barbara Kent. William Kerr Barbara Koeck, Bruce Koesting Roddy Kolbert, Jeanne Krzeminski Jeffrey Kuebler. Sue Kutch Karen Larkey. Byron Leeson 78 Dan Loughney. Jay Loughney Ron McAllister, Rodger McCleve Mark MacNamara, Robert Martin William Martin, Matthew Marucci Nancy Massa, Marjorie Mehrhof Jim Miczak, William Miniutti Richard Monnier, Paul Moore Joseph Mullen. Patti Mullen Bernard Norgard, Robert Norris Patrick Oates, Michael Oberbillig Bob O'Brien, Kathy O'Hea Frank Olivito. Roseanne Orland Gregory Park, Carolyn Parker Sharon Peppel. Janet Perlman Joseph Pescatore, Donna Peters Patricia Pollio. Jennifer Ramsey James Redfield, Barbara Riccardi Donna Richards, Peter Rigoloso Anna Rjesnjansky. Vincent Rotundo Frances Russo. Robert Ryan Robert Sammond. Diane Scangarello Stephen Scarano, Bonnie Schlegel Dave Schneider, Karen Schuler Paul Schwartz. Arcadio Shelichach 79 Jennifer Siebens. Diane Signorelli Gloria Silverthorno. Sara Simon Gregory Sindmack. John Smerklo Robert Smith. Kristine Smock Jane Sokasits. Jared Somerson George Sparks. Donna Spatts Diana Sperber. Richard Sprano John Stagg. Linda Steinel Barbara Steiner, Karen Strandskov William Summers, Gordon SutliH Mary Swendeman. Fred Theile Lois Thelin. Jean Thompson Edwin Tichenor, James Timpson Linda Tompkins. Thomas Trachuk Addison Truxton. Robert Uhler Charles Voelker. Alex Vytell Janice Wackenhuth. Byron Walker Ken Walter. Craig Warner l Janet Vachon. Garry Van Broekhoven David Van Dessel, Greg Varley James Vesce, Steve Villanova 80 Gail Warren. Karen Wasek Chris Weber. John Welshons Raymond Wenz, David White Sandra White. Marsha Whitehouse Linda Williams, Kurt Wittig Terence Wronko, Betty Zachary Alfred Zampella, Derrick Zimmerer David Zirk. Suzanne Zirk EIGHTH GRADE OFFICERS: Bruce DeFrehn, president; Warren Fuller, vice president; Sue Eshbaugh, secretary; Bert Weil, treasurer. The eighth grade had a won- derful year as they prepared to step into the busy world of high school. Their activities were quite impressive, ranging from the float for the Thanksgiving Pep-Rally to a trip to the World's Fair in the spring, with several events in between. From all indications, it seems that the class of '69 is well on its way to becoming a very prosperous and spirited class. CLASS COUNCIL — Top Row: Marlene Santullo. Nancy Sala. Barbara Intile, Dorothy Anderson. Bottom Row: Jan Gates, Debbie Bleeker. Kathy Horkay. Philip Abbate, Warren Adams Laura Albinson. Kathryn Aldrich Dorothy Anderson, Dale Andrus John Angelini, Marla Angermeier Betty Asche. Warren Baas Mary Baliotis, Ann Bartholomew 81 Ellen Bartholomew. Carl Bauer Kenneth Bechtold. Craig Beckwith Henry Bednarczyk. Catherine Benson Joan Birbiglia. JoAnn Birish Albert Bisaccia. Theodore Blachly Shirley Black, Sue Black Joan Blair, Deborah Bleecker Debra Bollinger, Edward Bonham Robert Brady. Chris Bratton Loraine Brighton. Mary Burgess William Bushna, John Butler Anne Callaghan. Alan Camilleri Linda Carlson, Tom Charpentier Alan Conley. Richard Connor Gerald Conrad, Laura Cosme Charles Crawford. Susan Crockford Tamara Cubby. Dennis D'Amicio David Darrin, Bob Dean Bruce DeFrehn, Rosemary DeLorenzo Mildred Deloy. Gail Demicco Sally Devine, Robert DeVito Janet DeVries, William Dobbs Michael Donadio. Kathy Draine Chris Duffy. Marsha Dwyer Jane Egan. Suzanne Eshbaugh Joseph Esposito, Joyce Faber Cheryl Fallat, Thelma Farmer Janet Farro. Stuart Felsenfeld Cynthia Fielding. Jacquelyn Fiore Leslie Fitts. Marc Flaster 82 Ande Flavelle, Patricia Foley Edwin Fout, Tod Freese Deborah French. Warren Fuller William Furey, Michael Gallagher Janice Gates, Janet Geoghegan Ellen Gillespie, Robert Glander Jack Gliewe, Valli Gomez Garry Gray, John Greenaway Elizabeth Grieg. John Hagenbuch Stephen Hall, James Hamalian Linda Hampson, Paul Hansen Jane Harris, Leslie Hawkins Phyllis Heacks, Thomas Hiltgen Lynn Hobart. Donald Hogg Barry Holfelder, Kathleen Horkay Alison Ives. Sharon Jaye William Juhasz, Beverly Jurgenson Joyce Kasper, Edward Keil Shirley Kennedy. Patricia Koch Wayne Koch. Laura Kowalsky Paul Kroll, Roy Kurth Frank LaGreca. Lynne Lambert Vincent Lapone. Kathy Larkey Glenn Leonard, Judith Lesko Sandra LevkoH, Jennifer Lezak Joan Lieb. Peter Lieback James Lochhead. Christine Lohmann 83 Robert Lombardy. Randi Lott Susan Lushear, Robert Lutzkow Kenneth Lyons, Susan Macia? Timothy Macken. Kevin McDonough Nancy McFadyen. Marian McGregor John McLean. Stephen McNally Timothy McWilliams. Samuel Mattel Diane Mahadeen. William Mahadeen Lois Malachowsky. Robert Manley Robert Mantore, Sharon Mantore Thomas Matt. Richard Mears Peggy Meier, Linda Meli 84 Ray Moritz. Richard Nerlinger Janet Nevius, David Newman Steven Nordtors. Sandra Nordstrom Randolph Norris. Susan Ober Gerald Oliviero, Joann Orzenski David Partington, Arthur Passataro Susan Pease, Ranae Pennachio David Pettitt, Allen Pharmer Carl Pharmer. Daniel Pharmer Ronald Piccolo. Sharon Pietrowski Robin PioCosta. Joseph Piscopo Ronald Pitts, Kathi Pityo Charlotte Mercuri. Deborah Mesce Robert Meyer, Heather Miele Diane Minard. Bradford Mitch Carol Monroe, Chris Montan Craig Montvidas, Lynn Morback Vickie Moreland. Rose Morgan Carol Polly, Kathleen Polyniak Thomas Pontecorvo. Vincent Potuto Gail Pruzinsky. Francis Pullin Carol Rasmussen, Dolores Rees George Reinertsen, Mark Reusch Laura Rice, Sharon Rice Barbara Rich. Tory Richmond Anthony Rivas, Nancy Roberts Susan Robertson, Ellen Rogers William Rolik. Thomas Rote John Roveda. Nancy Sala Stuart Sanford. Marlene Santullo Jeffrey Sass, Coleen Saunders Harold Savage, Sue Schaub Richard Schneider, Steve Schneider Douglas Schuetz, Elizabeth Schultz Robert Seiler. James Shepherd Candace Short, Thomas Siebens Deborah Smerklo. Chris Smith Deborah Smith, Gary Smith Teresa Solmssen. Debra Soltanoff Susan Springer, Chris Stanley Carl Stelzen, Richard Straube Michael Sundman. Myra Tannenbaum Glenn Terwilliger. Ann Thatcher Dean Thistleton. Gordon Thompson Kenneth Thompson, Mark Treiber Rachel Turner. Sue Uhler Cynthia Unis. Susan Van Deusen Joyce Van Houten, Kevin Van Pelt 85 Sheila Vernon. Elaine Vreeland Steven Wagoner, James Walls John Warehime. Randolph Warsager Robert Wasik. Lynda Weber Adam Weil, Herbert Weil Thomas White. William Whitehouse Patricia Whitney. William Wickham Jean Wiegner. Bruce Wilcox Charles Young, Alan Zdunowski Edmund Zimmerer First Row: Mrs. Nancy DiFabio, Mr. John Young, Mr. John Lukasik, Mrs. Patricia Hollander, Mr. John Rolandelli. Second Row: Mr. Charles Martin, Mr. John Molloy, Mrs. Charlotte MacDowell, Mr. Peter Alexander. Mr. Leonard Kapochus. Standing: Mrs. Carolyn Canfield, Mrs. Ruth Lyon. SEVENTH GRADE Mrs. Lucy Tinker Sponsor OFFICERS: Bruce Kasper, president; Howard Roveda, vice president; Ferris Mahadeen, secretary; Gary Griffith, treasurer. CLASS COUNCIL — Top Row: Keith Warner, Peter Van Dessel, Roger Stranskoff. John Celucks, Doug O'Connell. Middle Row: Doug Baker, Joe Gionatti. Bottom Row: Maria Garrubba, Liz Sindback, Joellen Bochart. During the year 1964-65, the class of '70 exhibited a great deal of enthusiasm and interest in school affairs. Among their several class projects were planned trips to the United Na- tions and Trenton. The class was particularly interested in the newly formed Junior Division Branch of the Student Voice, because it gave them a new position in the gov- ernment of our school. These activities indicate a sincere desire to work hard for their class and school on the part of the youngest Knights. Annette Aglialoro. Phillip Albanese Barbara Aldon, Edwin Alexander Robert Anderson. Susan Anderson Larry Archibald, Nancy Armor Yvonne Attalia, Cynthia Bach Elizabeth Baer. Bruce Baird 87 Douglas Baker, Michael Barnard Ray Barrett, Adriana Bate Alex Batta. Joanne Battye Elizabeth Bauer. Karl Bauer Linda Bauer, Mary Bell Carol Bellott, Cheryl Benton Dennis Biernat, Sharon Bippus Jo Ellen Bokar, Tony Bongiovanni Susan Boyle. Joy Breckenridge Arthur Brisacher. Howard Burgstahler Richard Burrell. Lorraine Burton Kristine Buschman. Kenny Cammarata Gary Campbell, James Campbell Richard Campbell, Donna Carrano Wendy Carry, Richard Cavalere Craig Darnsteadt, Avram Davidson Jeffrey Davies, Donna DeCamera John DelVecchio. Michael de Montaigne John Celusak, William Charles Andy Cherdak, Garry Ciasullo Rita Crescibene, Diane D'Alessio Deborah DeSalvo, Brian DeVries Douglas DiChara. Samuel Dikdan Linda Diletto, Ralph DiLiberto Susan Douglas, James Dowd Bruce Downs. Gail Draper Susan Dusche. Russell Ebersole Alfred Eckstadt. Donna Emmons Ann Marie Ercoli. Francis Erdman Michell Erdman, Tom Escott 88 Maryann Espy. Georgiann Falkenstein Anne Fenwick. Francis Ferrigni Louis Festa, Nancy Fielding Marie Filoso. Ricky Finlay Diane Foltz. Christine Fraioli Joan Francavilla, Henry Francis Christine Frantz. Richard Frantz Douglas Freyberger. Ruth Fricke Patricia Furey, Gary Gaglione Jane Garlock, Maria Garrubbo Faith Geronimo, Joseph Giannotti Dianne Gillespie, Stephen Gilson Barry Goldberg, Elena Gomez Janice Goodman. Madeline Gray Gary Griffith, Robert Guay Barbara Hackney, Robert Hagens Charles Hall. Carol Halm Robert Hanek, James Harris Gary Hazzard, Marsha Heidt Kenneth Henke, Peggy Henrikson Karen Hildebrand, Hans Hochradel Ann Hoermann, Jsoeph Hoffman Bruce Holden, Linda Holfelder Robyn Humphreys. Ellen Hyer Robert Jacobus, Bill James Sarah Johnson. Vernon Johnsons Sally Jones. Timothy Jordan Andy Kahn, Bruce Kasper David Keimel. James Kelly Charles Kerner, Clifford Kerr 89 Jill King. Renee Kirschner Ingrid Knudsen. Frank Koch Irving Konner. Ann Kops Keith Kowalewski, Thomas Kowalsky Scott Kraft. Barbara Krzeminski Jim Langan, Pat Laughna Joseph Leone. Linda Light Chris Linton. Bill Liska Herbert Lohmann. Debbie Loree Wendy MacAuley. Linda MacConnachie Pamela McAleece. Debra McDonough Pam McGregor. Linda McIntosh Geoffrey Maes. Ferris Mahadeen Donna Malanga. Dorothy Mariani Nancy Martin, Susan Martin Robert Martorano. Jil Mathesius Sharon Matt, Kenneth Miller Randall Mitch. Maureen Moloch Barbara Moore, Diana Moore Greg Mumma, Christine Neukum Virginia Newsome. Adele Nicony Jeffrey Niese, Marie Nilson Donna Oates. John Ober John O'Brien. Linda Occhipinti Douglass O'Connell, Debra Ogden Robert Passafaro. Alexander Paterson Frank Pavalkis, Allen Pearson Joseph Pennino, Scott Peppel Nancy Perlman, John Pettit Barbara Pfeifer, Suzanne Phillips 90 Scott Pipo. Margaret Pollara Susan Provan. Larry Rappoport James Ravelle. Gary Rayner Kevin Richards, Jayne Robinson Fred Rodgers, Steven Rosenberg Carolyn Rossi, Harold Roveda Carl Ruprecht, Tom St. John Robert Sargent, Jack Saunders Michael Scarano. Joel Schechter Karen Schindewolf. Lise Schmidt Fred Schellhas, Joy Seligmann Craig Serota, Spencer Sherman Denise Signorelli. Ruth Simpson Elizabeth Sindmack. Constance Smith Pamela Smith, Patricia Sprano Gary Spaulding. Robert Sperber Rodger Stranskov, William Summers John Sundman. Mark Sussman 91 Nancy Svenson. Patricia Tedesco Susan Thomas. John Tiedeman Joseph Tilton, Randall Tinfow Ann Tober, Alfred Torsiello JoAnn Truxton. Peter Van Dessel Barbara Volz, Richard Wagoner Jeanne Wallace. George Walls Robert Walter. Keith Warner Susan Waters, Russell Watts Dorothy Weiss. Gail Weld Chris West, Lynn Wetzel Sheryl Whitaker. Donna Wildeboer Edmund Wilhelmy, Duraunde Williams Chris Wood, Edward Wright Marilyn Zall. Arthur Zampella Around Our Fair WE — Just wait until you're Seniors — A thought provoking scene. ! ',V, .'TlA V, M rVV MV ’ 1 n ft? 4 17 • wvjy, OlA ••• 1 111. p •« A A c t i v i t i e s V I L I O N Pavilions at the fair offer numerous exhibitions for people with varied interests. Many are amusements that satisfy the fairgoer's insatiable desire for fun and excitement. Others provide a better understanding of the world in which we live. Adventure, amusement and understanding are stimulated by these exhibits. The extra-curricular program of West Essex, with its great variety of activities, establishes an element of curiosity and encourages students to take a more active interest in the world today. By participating and learning through experience, world peace through understanding need not be just an ideal. i TOP ROW: Melinda Broad. Carol Albano, Jeff Bond, Karen Weber, Linda Sauer. Jennifer Gillespie. Judy Oliver. MIDDLE ROW: Florence Bruschi. Dean Kirschner, Bruce Draine, Carl Scheidegg, Jim Goodhill. Barry Weldon, Tom Nelson. SEATED: Karen Bellas, Nancy Moore, Jeff Smith, Meryl Sussman, Linda Gliewe, Gordon Morris. MISSING: Paul Carmichael, Bob Conkling. With the senior induction ceremony of Nov. 17, NHS doubled its ranks to 48. Twenty-two seniors were inducted into the honor organi- zation, which is part of a national honor society. Tomorrow's citizens should possess a high degree of scholarship if the goal of universal peace is to be attained. Yet NHS induction is based not only on scholarship, but also on character, leadership, and service. It is felt that leaders of tomorrow must be well rounded. Each NHS candidate must also be recommended by the faculty. Those inducted in the spring of their junior year have maintained a B-f- average throughout their first two and one half years at WE. Senior inductees must have a B average. This year, led by President Meryl Sussman '65, Vice-President Linda Gliewe '65, Secretary-Treasurer Jeff Smith '65, and Adviser Mr. Malcolm Simpson, NHS expanded its tutoring program, a great aid to distressed WE students, which has proved to be one of the most profitable service projects established. For the first time WE had three National Merit Scholarship finalists; here Dr. Piel awards a certificate of merit to Bruce Draine with finalists Don Miller and Judy Oliver looking on. TOP ROW: Claire Steffens, Jessica Berry, Nancy Borchers, Jean Hamel, Fran Harrison, Meredith Gash. Nancy Beisler, Maureen O'Rourke. Doris Wilhelmy. MIDDLE ROW: Denny Hoskins, Don Miller, Bob Fleder, Dave Bate, Jim McClellan, Craig VanPelt, Dan Baker. SEATED: Kristi VandenBerg. Arleen Saleeby. Rosemary Horkay, Karen Smith. Emilie Grieg. Linda Ribbach, Virginia Robinson. STUDENT VOICE OFFICERS — Skip Felsenfeld, vice president ol the junior division; Marlene Santullo, secretary ol the junior division; Rich Goodman, vice president; Melinda Broad, secretary; Don Miller, treasurer. Student Voice president, Jeff Bond with adviser. Dr. Harold Vayhinger. This year Student Voice has continued to provide service to the school. The officers worked during the summer to gather the necessary information for a complete school calendar. When school opened, the notebook-sized calendar was successfully sold to stu- dents, teachers and parents. This project will be re- peated in the coming years. WE again participated in the United Association of Area Student Councils in hope of improving and profiting from inter-school relations. The first business meeting of the year was held at WE in October. Our five delegates agree that the organization is worthwhile and beneficial. This year, in an attempt to bolster school spirit, SV sponsored two events during halftime at the Thanks- giving Day football game. The first was the annual football queen contest, and the second was the first annual float parade. SV hopes that both of these events become WE traditions. The Orientation Committee, headed by Dennis Vane, started the year by welcoming all new students and their parents. Tours of the school were given, and WE handbooks were handed out. Later, the committee COMMITTEE CHAIRMEN — Jett Smith, Sharon Linton, Glenn Benton, Dennis Vane, Pat Black, Ginny Robinson, Rich Leonard, Ruth Summer, Linda Fleder, Sue Bartholomew. STUDENT VOICE TOP ROW: Gary Campbell. Warren Fuller. Jeff Hurst, Janet Picetti, Amy Ruprecht, Lillian Helle. June Falcone. Laura Picetti. Carol Triner, Sue Knopp. Bambi Lathrop. Kritzi Smock, Shelley Horridge. Sue Bartholomew. Pat Black THIRD ROW: Richard Leonard, Jim Mentel. Mike Furey, Meredith Gash, Ruth Kummer, Carol Infusino, Sharon Linton. Glenn Benton, Jeff Smith, Linda Fleder, Dennis Vane. Meryl Sussman, Marietta Harrison, Bonnie Schlegel, Mary Aldrich. SEATED: Tom Escott, James Ravelle, Ken Miller, Marlene Santullo, Melinda Broad. Jeff Bond, Richard Goodman. Don Miller, Doug Goodhill. Steve Grunberg. Kenny Henke KNEELING: Kathy O'Hea, Ann Tober. Patty Furey, Sue Anderson. Carolyn Rossi, Sue Black, Leslie Hawkins, Marla Angermeier, Ellen Bartholomew, Joyce Kasper, Virginia Robinson. MISSING: Stuart Felsenfeld. planned orientations for the sixth graders of the four sending districts and their parents. Meryl Sussman, chairman of the Service Com- mittee, and her committee saw to it that the faculty and administration received carnations on the first day of school and greeting cards at Christmas. In addition, the committee revised the SV constitution, decorated the Christmas trees, sent get-well and condolence cards to students and faculty, and initiated a service project to collect money for Radio Free Europe. Richard Goodman, business manager of the Student Store, made sure that students and teachers were supplied with school materials needed throughout the year. The Social Committee, headed by chairman Sharon Linton, presented several junior and senior division Vice president Skip Felsenfeld (standing) conducting a meeting of the Junior Division branch of Student Voice. The group met alone once a month to discuss problems of the junior division. Vice president Rich Goodman announces results of sports events over the PA in the cafeteria. 96 Student Voice Projects STUDENT STORE WORKERS: (STANDING) Rich Leonard, Carol Ger- mann, Lillian Helle, Sue Knoop, Ruth Kummer. (SEATED): Linda Fleder, Dennis Vane, Janis France, Elena DeConto, Sandy Fast, Miss Bowles, Rich Goodman. dances, including the two dances after the Thanks- giving pep rally and the semi-formal Christmas Ball, By Candlelight. They also helped Jeff Smith, chair- man of the Spirit and Publicity Committees, his co- chairmen Linda Fleder and Glenn Benton, and their committees plan the pep rally and red-and-white day before the Thanksgiving game. Our Spirit and Publi- city Committee also planned pep rallies throughout the year and began writing an Alma Mater. Student Voice revises its constitution. The Elections Committee, headed by Pat Black, ran elections for seventh grade class officers and SV repre- sentatives in the fall. Later, they 'conducted elections for class officers, SV officers and SV representatives. Richard Leonard and his Assembly committee provided the chairmen and additional seating for assemblies when needed. The committee also planned two SV-sponsored assemblies, including a SV meeting before the student body. One ot Ihe contestants in the football queen contest at half-time of the Thanksgiving day game. (For picture of queen, see Senior Section.) 97 Mr. Harvey Saalberg. Milestone and Wessex Wire adviser. Wessex Wire TOP ROW: Emilie Grieg. Darlene Susan. Barbara Bidwell, Nancy Moore. Nancy McFadyen. Michele Rigoloso. SITTING: Don Miller. Inga Swenson, Melvin Bellott. So very important today in maintaining peace throughout the world is a well-informed population, ready to take a stand in matters that concern their own welfare and that of their country. We thank the American press for this vital contribution. At West Essex our own town crier” imparts to its students knowledge of the school's activities. Behind the scenes, reporters, copywriters and page editors have dependably been devoting their time and ability to meet that all important deadline each month and to cover everything of importance to every student at West Essex. This year's chosen co-editors, Jessica Berry '65 and Sue Thompson '66 (replaced by Elaine Ravelle '66 at midyear) have succeeded in producing 10 informative and entertaining issues of the Wessex Wire. PAGE EDITORS — TOP ROW: Tom Nelson, Bob Fleder, Jeff Smith, Gordon Morris, Marion Parker. MIDDLE ROW: Maureen O'Rourke. Pat Black, Barbara Lincoln, Carroll Hogan. Julie Brahe. BOTTOM ROW: Trudy Van Houten, Kathy Beckwith. Hilary Schiffrin, Barbara Britton. Elaine Ravelle. Jessica Berry and Sue Thompson. Co-editors of the Wessex Wire. Elaine (top) replaced Sue when Sue was chosen by the American Field Service to represent WE in Australia. Milestone EDITOR-IN-CHIEF: Florence Bruschi. SECTION EDITORS — STANDING: Deborah Spedick. Kristi VandenBerg, Nancy Schmidt Carol Baas, Linda Gliev e, lane Walsh. SITTING: Nancy Beisler, Don Miller, Evelyn Fiore, Melinda Bread, Sharyn Urban, Marietta Harrison. MISSING: Bob Conkling, Sue Volpe, Paul Carmichael. Records of past events enable us to under- stand and prepare for the future. The Milestone records the events during a year at West Essex. A few people work very hard to provide the student body with a tangible remembrance of one year at WE. Under the direction of Florence Bruschi and with the help of Adviser, Mr. Harvey Saalberg, the section, art and photography editors have spent many hours and much valuable energy in efforts to preserve this past year in picture and word. They had a single aim — to produce one yearbook: 144 pages, two end sheets, one cover. The entire staff worked diligently, spend- ing many long hours on each section of this yearbook. They met Wednesday after school as a group, and many of the staff could be found working individually in Publications on many other days. Don Miller, who with Paul Carmichael served as picture editor,, took the magnificent photo- graphs of the World's Fair scenes used as Division pages, which, no doubt, contributed greatly toward enhancing the appeal of the whole 1965 Milestone. BACK ROW: Eleanor Caccavella, Barbara Young, Darlene Susen, Ruth Kum- COPYEDITOR: Claire Gennaro THEME mer, Gerry Giannotta. MIDDLE ROW: Nancy Borchers, Michele Rigoloso. EDITOR: Meryl Sussman. Barbara Bidwell, Toni Fiore. Dolores MacConnachie. June Falcone. FRONT ROW: Terry Benes. Sharon Linton, Sue Snyder, Julie Brahe, Meredith Gash, Roberta Rich. MISSING: Wende Sherman, Nancy Perdue. 99 Key Club KEY CLUB OFFICERS — Mr. Gilbert Adams, adviser; Bob Conkling, corresponding secretary; Tom Carlisle, secretary; Dave Bate, president; Gordon Morris, treasurer; Sandy McWilliams, vice president. The Key Club is one of the most active organizations at West Essex. It works in conjunction with the local Kiwanis Club, promoting good citizen- ship and service to the community. This year the Key Club sponsored a food drive for the Thanksgiving and Christmas seasons and donations of canned food went to the needy families of the area. The group also worked hard running the concession stand at the football and basketball games. In the spring, a Student Leaders Ban- quet was held under the direction of the Club. They also helped serve at a Boy Scout banquet. Officers this year were Dave Bate, president; Sandy McWilliams, vice pres- ident; Tom Carlisle, secretary; Gordon Morris, treasurer; and Bob Conkling, corresponding secretary. HOLDING BANNER: Bob O'Hara, Dan Goodman. TOP ROW: Craig Van Pelt. Alvin Konner, Mike Pacio, Gene Gaglione. Bill Pharmer, Chuck Roveda, Dan Baker, George Flammer, Paul Crotta, Dean Kirschner. THIRD ROW: Roger Beach, Paul Galusha. Stuart Kennison, Roger Coupe. Carl Scheidegg, Dick Meier, Bob Fleder, Jim King, Vince Albergato, Bob Matarazzo, Tim Smith, Gene Yarnchak, Harold Habermas, Mr. Gilbert Adams. SEATED: Barry Weldon, Jim Birch, George Ley. Fran Rice. Sandy McWilliams. Dave Bate, Tom Carlisle. Gordon Morris. Tom Nelson, Jon Knoop. KNEELING: Toby West, Rich Goodman, Jeff Bond. Jeff Smith. Dennis Vane, David Schachter. Varsity Club TOP ROW: Arthur Jorgensen, Kit Hedman, George Mears, Bob DeCamp, Stafford Mocabee, Joe O'Brian, Eddie Baker, Don Berkowitz, Mike Kalafer, Fred MacNamara. THIRD ROW: Richard Thompson, Alvin Konner, Dan Goodman, Gene Gaglione, Bill Pharmer, Chuck Roveda, Paul Crotta, Dean Kirschner, Tom Meier, Jim McGregor, Bob Gates. SECOND ROW: Roger Beach, Jack DeVries, Tom Nelson, Stuart Kennison, Dick Meier, Jim King, Vincent Albergato, Dennis Mango, Tim Smith, Gene Yarnchak. Roger Johnson, Pete Swereda, Mr. Christina. SEATED: Jeff Bond, Toby West, Fran Rice, Rich Goodman, Doug Hedman, Barry Weldon. Jeff Smith, Sandy McWilliams, Chris Unger, Tom Carlisle. When an athlete earns his varsity letter at West Essex, he is immediately invited to enroll in the school's Varsity Club. It is an honorary organization of boys who have served their school well and have upheld its reputation in the field of sports. Its forty-three members, under the supervision of Mr. Robert Christina and the leadership of President Barry Weldon (first semester) and President Doug Hedman (second semester), have planned and participated in the sponsor- ing of the November 28th dance following the activities of Thanksgiving. In the fall, each club constituent received his own Varsity Club jacket to serve as a symbol of his membership and athletic achievement. This year was unique in respect to sports: WE won its first state championship by tying Chatham in the play-off game at Fairleigh Dickinson University. Over 500 cheering WE students and teachers supported the Varsity Soccer team at this game. In recognition of their hard work and award- winning achievement, the Board of Education purchased specially designed soccer jackets for the boys. This was the first state championship WE has won and, we hope, not the last. VARSITY CLUB OFFICERS — STANDING: Secretary Jeff Smith, Vice-president Chuck Roveda. Treasurer Rich Good- man. SEATED: Sponsor Mr. Christina, President Doug Hedman. Varsity letter winners award a soccer ball to Coach Dougan. They are Greg Schneider, Tom Nelson, Bob Conkling, Bruce McKaba, and Harold Habermas. International Club American Field Service party in the Home Economics rooms. Chris Mumma, WE student had just returned from a year in Brazil; Ingrid Larsen, exchange student from Norway residing with the Moores of North Caldwell; Sue Thompson, preparing to leave for Australia; and Florence Bruschi, International Club president. Walk together, talk together, all ye peoples of the earth. Then and only then will ye have peace. The motto of the AFS-International Club has been well observed by the proficiency of the club's service to the school, community and international relations. Only through constant communication with different peoples of all lands can peace be maintained and successful amity be insured for mankind. The work of the International Club's sixty members, this year under the supervision of Mrs. Mariatta Arnold and student President Florence Bruschi, has included sponsoring a benefit performance of the University of Pennsylvania Glee Club in November and also a com- bination welcome home-farewell party in January for Chris Mumma and Sue Thompson (now in Australia). Besides acting as host organization for AFS ex- change students during the course of the school year, (Ingrid Larsen, Norway; and Elena De Conto, Italy), the club also furnished homes for visiting Bus Stop students in the summer. Exchange student Elena DeConto from Italy joined WE students in November. Elena is staying with the Stonebacks of North Caldwell and her American sisters are Florence Bruschi and Sandy Fast. TOP ROW: Carol Infusino, Lynda Frischknecht, Diane Carrington, Pat Seeling, Sue Snyder. Janis France. Dan Goodman, Dennis Vane, Martha Pollio, Joan DelVecchio, Debbie Simon. Julie Brahe. FOURTH ROW: Nancy White. Barbara Anderson, Kathy Beckwith, Barbara Grieco, Ginger Hamel. Elane Ravelle, Wende Sherman, Joyce Vegthe. Alice Roark, Terry Benes, Carol Weber, Jennifer Gillespie, Olivia Seligman, Sue Sewell. THIRD ROW: Cathy Hilton, Claire Steffens, Martha Nordt, Nancy Beisler, Sharon Linton. Jessia Berry, Sharyn Urban, Pat Gille, Sue Honour. Kris VandenBerg, Nancy Borchers, Judy Oliver, Maureen O'Rourke, Ruth Kummer, Karen Bellas, Marietta Harrison, Mrs. Mariatta Arnold. SEATED: Jane Walsh, Meryl Suss- man, Linda Fleder, Sandy Fast, Sue Thompson, Florence Bruschi. Linda Larsen. Nancy Moore, Anno Parker, Dale Ehrhardt, Sue Tallaksen. KNEELING: Emilie Grieg. Merrill Seaman, Mona Petrou, Diane Hogg, Michelle Rigoloso. Ingrid Bernhardt. Gerry Giannotta, Leslie Kings- bury, Hilary Schiffrin, Debbie Kahn. Model United Nations Secretary Nancy Moore reads notes while adviser Miss Cowin and Model UN members listen. Model United Nations adviser Miss Edith Cowin. One of the most im- pressive and inspiring sights of New York City is its famed United Nations Building. Yet even more impressive is its major task and chief purpose of existence: to secure peace and unity for all humanity. What lies beyond its massive and contemporary style is not a contemporary ideal — it has been the goal of peace-loving men through the ages on the part of all nations to attain and insure amity throughout the world. The WE Model United Nations was formed with the intention of familiarizing students with the functions, processes, and aims of the peace-desiring world organization. Emphasis was put on foreign nations and their interests rather than on the United States. WE's 15 members, led by Dave Bate, chairman, and Nancy Moore, secretary met and discussed various problems of modern times and sought possible solutions which would be both bene- ficial to people and essential in securing a peaceful world. Among the year’s activities were the Na- TOP ROW: Maureen O'Rourke, Debbie Simon. Caroll Hogan, David Schechter. MIDDLE ROW: Sue Snyder, Rosemarie Horkay, Karen Weber. SEATED: Sharon Linton. Bob Fleder, Dave Bate, Nancy Moore. Julie Brahe. MISSING: Dennis Vane, Doug Roberts. tional Invitational Model General Assembly held at Georgetown University in Washing- ton, D. C. in March, where West Essex dele- gations represented Guinea and Spain; the Eighth East Coast Model U.N. Conference held at Newburyport, Mass, in April, where West Essex took the role of Iraq; and the New Jersey Invitational Model General Assembly held at Monmouth College, where West Essex's Model U.N. Club assumed the views and interests of Turkey. 103 Deutscher Verein STANDING: Melvin Bellott, Steve Conte, Bruce Kappel. Barbara Guzio. Terry Benos, Carol Ger- Weinachtsleier at the Deutsche Verein. mann, Barbara Phillips, Ginger Hamel, Nancy Beisler. SEATED: Miss Barbara Koester, Carroll Hogan, Marion Parker, Bob Connor, David Anthony, Linda Frischknecht, Linda Gliewe, Maureen O'Rourke. MISSING: Margaret Coombs. The German Club was reformed this year under the leadership of Miss Koester. The club met on alternate Thursdays and although small at first, it soon expanded. The officers elected at the first meeting were Bob Connor, president; David Anthony, vice- president; Marion Parker, secretary; and Margaret Coombs, treasurer. At Christmas the German Club took part in the Language Division party and provided everyone with a taste of German cooking. Plans for the spring in- cluded a field trip into the Pennsylvania Dutch country. Although they met only once a month, the Spanish Club was very active this year. Members took part in the Language Division Christmas party and the spring language festival. At several meetings students enjoyed illustrated talks on Spain and Mexico. A field trip into New York highlighted the year's activities. Spain and its role in the discovery, colonization and independence of the Americas, the subject of the El Club Espanol Spanish pavilion, also provided interesting study for el Club Espanol. The officers elected this year were Sharon Linton, president; Linda Frischknecht, vice-president; Sandy Fast, secretary; and Janis France, treasurer. Under the leadership of these four and Miss Vogel, the club's adviser, members enjoyed many good times and, perhaps, learned a little, too. STANDING: ludy Cadmus. Nancy Yates, Karen Smith, Pat Seelig, Sue Snyder, Martha Pollio. Carol Miczak, Peggy Kefalonitis, Rosemary Horkay, Barbara Young. SEATED: Susie Tallaksen, Dale Erhardt. Penny Coughlin, Janis France. Linda Frischknecht. Sandy Fast. Sharon Linton. Barbara Grieco. MISSING: Nancy Moore. Ingrid Larsen. L’Academie Francaise TOP ROW: Gene Gaglione, Dennis Vane, Evelyn Fiore. Sharon Linton. Karen Smith, Ingrid Larsen, Carol Infusino, Elaine Ravelle, Claire Steffens. Michelle Rigoloso, Merrill Seaman. Barbara Anderson. Dianne Hogg. Joan DelVecchio, Danny Goodman, Tom Carlisle. Jim Goodhill. MIDDLE ROW: Meryl Sussman, Karen Bellas, Nancy Moore, Kris VandenBerg, Carol Baas, Emilie Grieg, Meredith Gash, Florence Bruschi, Jessica Berry, Sandra Bongicne. BOTTOM ROW: Judy Oliver Rita Occhipinti, Jennifer Gillespie. Fran Harrison, Linda Sauer, Virginia Robinson, Karen Weber, Chris Greason. foie de Vivre — the theme of the French pavilion — could well be the motto of these industrious French students. L'Academie Francaise, the French Honor Society at West Essex, was organized as a means for any French student having obtained a 'B' average to pursue his individual interests in the French language. This year's club activities have included tutoring serv- ices for French students who request aid with their studies and publication of a literary magazine entitled La Table Ronde. By special invitation new members to the club were inducted at one of the annual ceremonies held for that purpose in December of this year. Les Esprits Francais TOP ROW: Karen Bellas, Ingrid Larsen, Nancy Moore, Karen Smith, Joan Voorhees, Linda Frischknecht, Carol Baas. MIDDLE ROW: Joan Del- Vecchio, Dianne Hogg, Margaret Bolfiore. Michele Rigoloso, Evelyn Fiore, Shelley Serota, Karen Weber. BOTTOM ROW: Mona Petrou, Carol Infusino, Sharon Linton, Barbara Anderson, Elaine Ravelle, Alice Roark. French students enjoy themselves at the Christmas party given by the language division. Les Esprit Francais, the Senior Division French Club, under the direction of Miss Maryann Stagen, has enjoyed many educational and informative ventures during the course of the year. Aside from copping second place in the Thanksgiving Day Float Parade Competition with a model of a Guillotine, the club has seen various French films, enacted several plays, and has taken a field trip to Montclair State College to see a play. Italian Class Meeting regularly every Wednesday after school, the 22 members of the Italian Class opened their minds eagerly in pur- suit of further education in the field of foreign languages. Being taught the culture, life and cus- toms of the Italian people, students have proved their interests in the country and have been well rewarded in their study of it. Included in the year's itinerary were films, discussions and individual report- projects connected with Italy besides reg- ularly scheduled class periods. STANDING: loan DelVecchio, Carol Infusino, Phil Ferrigni, Adviser Mr. LaCerva. SITTING: Pat Gesualdo, Mary Bate- man, Penny Coughlin. Gerry Giannotta, Leslie Kingsbury, Kevin Wronko. KNEELING: Dianne Hogg. Jennifer Siebens. Carol Veghte, Carol Larkey, Kathy Gesualdo, Alice Roark. Lab Assistants The scientific advances predicted at the fair will become a reality in the hands of WE's budding scien- tists. These scientists, disguised as students, could be seen throughout the year in the science laboratories of WE. Although they pretended to be solving the prob- lems of the universe, you would have found that these geniuses were better known as Gordon, Carl, Stuart, Dennis, and Steve. Under the direction of faculty sponsor Mr. Richard King, these boys were usually found performing ex- periments, cleaning up the mess or feeding animals. STANDING: Dennis DeRidder. Steve Grunberg. SITTING: Gordon Morris, Carl Scheidegg, Stuart Kennison, Adviser Mr. Richard King. Stamp Club For the first time this year, West Essex High School had a Stamp Club. This type of organization has been found to be very successful in other schools and is enjoyable and profitable to any avid stamp collector. The first meeting was held during January under the leadership of Mr. Robert Young. Students arrived equipped with stamps, books, and a lot of enthusiasm. At later meetings, members continued to exchange and compare stamps and also to learn about stamp col- lecting all over the world. The Stamp Club was an organization 7th and 8th graders were permitted to join, and some of West Essex's best collectors came from the Junior Division. Ed Alexander, Vince Potuto, Robert Berner, Bob Chickene, Adviser Mr. Robert Young, Bob Ginei, George Walls. Future Nurses of America TOP ROW : Sharon Peppel, Lois Thelin, Betty Zachary, Betty Ann Juhasz, Carol Albano, Margie Wilcox, Doris Whilhelmy. Donna Charles, Marsha Whitehouse. MIDDLE ROW: Adviser Mrs. Jones. Pat Pollio, Jean D Anna, Diane Bosset, Sandra Robinson, Janet Stoddard, Margaret Young, Meredith Young. Dale Ehrhardt. BOTTOM ROW: Sara Simon. Carol Triner, Gerry Gionnotta, Kathy O'Hea. Barbara Cutalo, Arleen Saleeby, Joyce Veghte, Lois Cole. The Future Nurses' Club ex- panded this year to a member- ship of about 26. The club was formed to acquaint girls with the field of nursing, and in this goal it has succeeded. On Nov. 19 the club took a tour of Moun- tainside Hospital. Other plans included visits to the North Jersey Training School, Mon- mouth Medical Center, Kessler Institute, and the U. S. Hope Ship. The club's sponsor was Mrs. Jones and the officers this year were Barbara Cutalo, president; Judy Evans, vice-president; Ar- leen Saleeby, secretary; and Kathy O'Hea, treasurer. Red Cross Club TOP ROW: Margie Wilcox. Marion Parker, Karen Weber. Lynn McHenry. MIDDLE ROW: Richard Goodman, Ingrid Larsen. Sandra Bongione, Caro! Baas. Linda Sauer. BOTTOM ROW: Rita Occhipinti, Elaine Maffei, Janet Stoddard, Anne Parker, Sharon Linton, Joan Voorhees. The words Red Cross, echo- ing in the ears of millions around the world are one of the most common expressions de- fining one of the most celebrat- ed, necessary and reputable organizations for the purpose of insuring peace and prosperity among men. Our own Red Cross Club at West Essex operates on the same basis with the same uni- versal theme in mind. The club has been very successful in its effort to aid in the school as well as in the community. Such efforts as their drive for pennies for the local Red Cross chapter have proved the club's worth. Every Wednesday after school, the 15 members and their sponsor, Miss Maryann Stagen, met to discuss such topics as safety in the home and around us, child care, first aid for all situations and ways to improve certain methods now in existence. D P STANDING: Chris Weller, Mrs. Jones, Janet Stoddard, Merrill Seaman, Gerry Giannotta, Linda Eckhardt, Sharon Linton, Kathy Costello. SEATED: Barbara Cutalo. Arleen Saleeby, Kathy Beckwith, Doris Wilhelmy, Molly Loughney. Cheery Aides The Cheery Aides is an organiza- tion dedicated to the service of others. It is composed of girls who devote part of their time to volun- teer work in local hospitals. In the hospitals Cheery Aides help the nurses in some of the rou- tine jobs. These may include feed- ing patients, making beds, caring for children, and simply making peo- ple more comfortable and happier. F uture Teachers of America TOP ROW: Barbara Britton. Marilyn Redfield. Hope Harrell. Nancy Yates. Carolyn Braun, Beth Lohmann, Linda Sauer, Linda Fleder, Barbara Hedman, Margaret Wilson. Barbara Young, Alice Roark. THIRD ROW: Kathy Beckwith. Virginia Kefalonitis, Karen Smith, Joan Voorhees, Janis France, Sue Snyder, Pegeen MacCon- nachie, Carol Miczak, Kathy Hilton, Merrill Seaman, Ann Vosper, Marcia Harrison. SEATED: Carol Baas, Ginny Robinson, Penny Coughlin, Beverly Cole, Harriet Willis. Peggy Kefalonitis, Evelyn Fiore, Barbara Grieco, Jan Davis. KNEELING: Elaine Maffei, Rita Occhipinti, Joan Horkay, Sharon Linton, Barbara Anderson, Rose- mary Horkay, Debbie Kahn, Marion Parker. At the fair's Hall of Education, the changing goals, methods and tools of education in America are on exhibition. The F.T.A. mem- ber is very concerned with these principles because, as a teacher, it will be his task to give students a greater understanding of our world. The Future Teachers of America finds and encourages those stu- dents who wish to lead in the education of America's youth. This education is vital to the nation's growth and is, therefore, one of the most important fields a young person can enter. This year was an active one for the club. There were the usual cake sales, speakers, and films, but there were also other activities that made the year one to remember. There was the field trip to Trenton State and the conventions in Blairstown and Atlantic City. Mr. King was the club adviser this year. Officers included Sharon Linton, president; Rosemary Horkay, vice-president; Barbara Anderson, secretary; Margaret Belfiore, treasurer; and Joan Horkay, parlia- mentarian-historian. The FTA float m the Thanksgiving Day float parade. Projectionists’ Club The Projectionist's Club is an after-school organiza- tion of the A.V. workers who are so helpful during the day. At meetings they repair equipment and learn how to use new machines. The club sponsored a fun-nite this year in November. Students attending enjoyed a movie and, afterwards, dancing and activities in the gym. The highlight of the year was the club's field trip to Fort Slocum. Projectionist Club officers were Joe Jeremias, presi- dent; John Bishop, vice-president; Sam Mocabee, secre- tary; and Ingvald Kristiansen, treasurer. SEATED: Bill Courier, Joe Humza, Pete Bernhardt, John Tiedemann, Rick Weiss. Andy Cerdak, Stuart Kennison, Jeff Thresher, Bob Cubby. Richard Pitts. Richard Hadsall, Bob Dean, Pat Oates, Jay Eberhard, Martin Thresher, Steve Schneider, Jeff Sass, Dean Thistleton, Paul Schwartz. KNEELING: Chuck Kiernan, Steven Gilson, Bob Warrick, Jim White, Sam Mocabee, Joe Jeremias, Bob Glander, Ken Thompson, adviser Mr. Haskins. Boot n Buskin Club TOP ROW: Sue Honour, Debbie Simon, Cathy Hilton. MIDDLE ROW: Chris Greason, Linda Lesko, Pat DeForest, Jim White. Danny Roehrich, Gale Jochem, Theresa Virgil. BOTTOM ROW: Holly Pasko, Hope Harrell, Marilyn Redfield, Jeanette Wyble, Janice Demico. The field of Dramatic Arts is universal throughout the world, for it is a necessity in maintaining the culture of each country. Our Drama Club of West Essex, otherwise known as the Boot 'n Buskins, operates to encourage students in this field by reading and enacting plays, by serving as an audience to various lectures and demonstrations and by visiting different places associated with the theater. The Club had the opportunity of displaying individual as well as group talent and interest by composing and performing their original dance routine for the 1965 Talent Show this year in March. Under the supervision of Mr. Harold Douglas, the club elected officers at the beginning of the year: Debbe Simon, president; Cathy Hil- ton, vice-president; Leonora Sullivan, secretary; and Holly Pasko, treasurer. Math Team STANDING: Alan Walker, Kathy Kelly, Claire Gennaro, Debbie Spedick, Susan Brundage, Virginia Hamel, Joyce Veghte, Elaine Ravelle, Elaine Maffei, Donna Richards, Bob Fleder. KNEELING: Joseph Homza, Fillipo Ferrigni, Pete Swereda, Dan Goodman, Bruce Draine, Charles Bacheller, Steve Grunberg, Richard Monnier, Mark Levkoff, Richard Jackson. In the third year of its existence, the WE Math Team is an excellent exam- ple of inter-scholastic com- petition. As a member of the North Jersey Hills Math League, the team competes against various schools in Geometry, Algebra II, and Advanced Math. Win or lose, the group has maintained its good scho- lastic record and a mem- bership of strong-willed and capable contenders. Roundtable The Round Table, West Essex's literary maga- zine, is compiled and published once a year by the students and for the students. It contains what are considered to be the best stories, poems, and essays of West Essex's budding literary- geniuses. Selection is one of the most difficult jobs of a Round Table editor. There is so much material to choose from that a decision is often difficult to make. This year, the Round Table was published right on schedule, thanks to the hard-working staff and adviser, Mr. Joseph Martino. ROUNDTABLE STAFF around the table: Carolyn Braun, Rita Occhipinti, Dennis Hoskins. Julie Brahe, Jane Windolf, Tom Carlisle, Dave Bate, Judy Oliver . . overseen by Mr. Martino. Girls Athletic Association TOP ROW: Pat Schulz, Nadene Allen, Sue Bartholomew, Leslie Ludwig, Jane Irving. Barbara Lincoln, Bonnie Schlegel, Mary Waters, Janet Voorheis, Nancy Batta, Betty Zachary. Lois Thelin, Donna Richards, Sandy Corwin. FOURTH ROW: Carol Triner, Lois Meyer, Dolores MacConnachie, Laura Picetti, Sandra Hamilton. Carolyn Braun, Shelley Horridge, Kritzi Smock, Betsy Glerum, Mary Aldrich. Shelley Serota, Inga Swenson, Kathy O'Hea, Jackie Kefalonitis, Carolyn Parker. Betsy Kent. Sue Kimmerle. THIRD ROW: Peggy Kefalonitis, Joan Voorheis. Karen Smith, Sharon Linton, Lyn McHenry, Barbara Anderson, Kathy Beckwith, Hilary Schiffrin, Merrill Seaman. Sue Brundage, Ruth Kummer, Betty Hanek, Ingrid Bernhardt. Kathy Costello, Drue Ehrhardt, Sharon Peppel. SECOND ROW: Sandy Fast, Linda Frischknecht, Ginger Hamel, Dianne Carrington, Beverly Cole. Vicki Pfeifer, Lillian Helle, Virginia Robinson, Kris Dorchak, Ruth Fricke, Barbara Pfeifer. KNEELING: Barbara Guzio, Barbara Hedman, Debbe Loree, Cheryl Zucker, Marsha Heidt, Nancy Svenson, Suzanne Phillips. Carolyn Rossi, Barbara Aldon, Sue Thomas, Chris Fraioli, Gail Weld. The GAA, or Girls' Athletic Association, is a na- tional organization that was introduced for the first time at West Essex last year. Its purpose is to give girls an organized after-school athletics program. Com- petition was held on both the intramural and inter- scholastic levels. The diversity of sports that were offered this year was almost unbelievable. In the fall, there was field hockey, and archery. In the winter, a student could participate in bowling, modern dance, or basketball. Spring brought with it more outdoor activities such as tennis and horseback riding. Participation in one of these activities made a girl eligible for membership in the GAA. Stage Craft Club STANDING: Bob Connor, Lane© Taylor, Bruce Kappel, Glen Hildebrand. Bob Warrick, adviser Mr. Harrison Goodall. SEATED: Jim Gertler, Dave Schwartz. This is Mercury Control . . . The indispensable Stage Craft Club, without which no production on the West Essex Stage could be successful, has certainly proven itself an effi- cient and necessary part of the Drama Department. These club members whose jobs center around working lights and sound for both assemblies and dramatic performances also have the job of maneuvering the sets and curtains. Under the supervision of Mr. Harrison Goodall, the boys readied the stage for The Mouse That Roared, The Mousetrap, the Talent Show, the Regional Revue and num- erous assemblies. 110 Guidance Helpers STANDING: Linda Drake, Sue Brundage, Michele Kelly, Diane Sperber, Georgia Wilson, Debbie Simon, Diane Asche, Shelley Horridge. Nancy Batta, Peggy Kefalonitis. Nadine Allen. SEATED: Elaine Vachon, Lois Frantz, Kathy Anderson, Janet Nevius, Carolyn Robinson. Susan Kukuc, Olympia Spinuzza, Eileen Gallagher. KNEEL- ING: Elaine Zolnowski, Paula Schmidt, Joanne Malanga, Chris More- land, Sharon Martin, Dorothy Tovig, Pat Warehime. Nancy Massa. Every morning in homeroom students were in- formed of coming school events, club meeting and sports events through the daily bulletin. However, sudden mishaps, decisions or change of plans at the last minute could not be relayed without the help of our trusted Guidance Helpers. These stu- dents devoted at times their entire study period for the purpose of running errands, delivering messages and informing individuals as well as groups about sudden changes. Library Helpers STANDING: Danny Roehrich, Hope Harrell, Rita Occhipinti, Carolyn Parker, Janet Lewis, Barbara Riccardi, Jackie Kefalonitis, Dan Loughney. SEATED: Fred Kitterle, Nancy McFadyen. Eileen Duffy, Karen Larkey, Pat Gesualdo. The library helpers this year were of great assistance to Mrs. Marion Breiding, West Essex's new librarian. They worked in the li- brary during their study periods and after school. Some of their jobs were checking hall passes, stacking and shelving books and checking out books. We can thank them in part for the efficiency with which the library ran this year. Office Helpers The office helpers were kept busy this year doing almost anything you can think of. They delivered lost articles, guided visitors, delivered summonses, and did all the litle odd jobs that left the secre- taries free for more important work. Be- sides being so helpful, the students ob- tained excellent secretarial practice from their professional supervisor, Mrs. Jean- nette Hanek. TOP ROW: Doris Wilhelmy, Linda Zincone, Rosemary Gambino. SECOND ROW: Barbara LaCourte. Mary Ann Harnish, Kris Dorchak, Mrs. Jeannette Hanek. SEATED: Lenore Cacca- vella, Marie deMontaigne, Vicki Foselli. Concert Band TOP ROW: Warren Fuller, Jay Vesce, Bob Scarano, Bob Salmon. Pete Hoerman, Larry Jaeger. Doug From, Kathy Horkay. David VanDessel. David Pettit. THIRD ROW: Mr. Williams. John Hamilton. Warren Beisler, Steve Grunberg, Dean Thistleton. Alex Vytell. Fred Theile, Jeff Hurst, Linda Ribbach, Janice Gates, Sue Maciag, Sue VanDeusen, Bert Weil. STANDING: Pat Koch. Susan Ober, Sandy Corwin. Bing Heckman. Tom Fenn, Bob Gates, Ken Walters, Dennis Hanson, Jim Lent, Bob Uhler, Janet Lewis, Bill Whitehouse, Steve Schneider. SEATED: Ellen Gillespie, Rosemarie Passafarro, Rosemary Horkay, Marla Angermeier, Joan Horkay, Marsha Harrison, Joan Hamilton. Marsha Whitehouse. Doris Wilhelmy. Fran Harrison. KNEELING: Gordon Gray, John Corica, Bob Dughi, Bev Cole, I nda James. The primary function of the WEHS Band has been to add variety and entertainment to school activities. Made up of students from every class level, 7th through 12th grades, the band is composed of four major sub-bands. Our marching band can be seen at all football games, sitting in their own special section in the stands, or on the field at half time performing for the audience of spec- tators. This group also adds a musical note to traditional before-the-game pep- rallies, helping to support school spirit. W.E.'s Junior High Band, consisting of a 7th and an 8th grade band, has usually been the source of musical accompani- ment at all Junior Division assemblies. Concert Band and Orchestra performed bi-annually at the Christmas and Spring Concerts, held for the enjoyment of young and old alike. TOP ROW: Chris Wood, Greg Mumma, Ken Miller, Ray Barrett. MIDDLE ROW: Doug Baker. Mark Suss- man, Bruce Holden, Doug Freyberger. Gary Spalding. BOTTOM ROW: Pam McGregor, Janet Nevius, Mary Bell, Nancy Perlman. OUR Orchestra BANDS Eighth Grade Band TOP ROW: Bill Rolik, John Butler. Bob Meyer. Stuart Sanford. STANDING: Bob Lombardi, Warren Baas. Jeff Sass, Doug Schuetz, Bob dander. Ed Fout, Bill Dobbs, Paul Hansen, Glenn Leonard, Daryl Intili, Tom Rote, Gordon Thompson. SEATED: Steven Nordfors, Susan Ober, Mary Jay Burgess, Lori Albinson. Delores Reese, Marion McGregor, Sue Yuhler, Lynn Hobart, Carol Monroe, Vincent Potuto. KNEELING: Nancy Roberts. Seventh Grade Band TOP ROW: Bruce Kasper, Peter Van Dessen, Keith Warner, A1 Torsiello, Kip Williams, Robert Anderson, Randy Tinfow, Dennis Biernat, Ellen Hyer, John Celusak, John Tiedemann. STANDING: Bill Wilhelmy, Howard Roveda, Rick Campbell, Liz Sindmack, Joann Battye, Bobbie Moore. Susan Provan, Gail Weld. Alex Batta, Chuck Kernek, James Dowd. SEATED: Ann Herman. Adele. Niconi, Jane Garlock, Sally Jones, Sharon Bippus, Lynn Wetson, Ruth Simpson, Denny Furey, Ferris Mahadeen, Edwin Alexander. KNEELING: Susan Martin. Concert Choir TOP ROW: Dan Loughney. Dennis Bowker, Ralph Kelly, John Brucksch, Steven Conte, Tom Meier, Bill Swenson, Bob O'Brien. MIDDLE ROW: Mr. Ian Arthur, Meredith Young, Marie deMontaigne, Martha Nordt. Barbara Young, Karen Zbornik, Roseanne Orland, Geraldine Erdman, Jeanette Wyble. BOTTOM ROW: Nancy Bate, Margie Wilcox, Margaret Young, Aleida Lyons, Mollie Loughney, Linda Ribbach, Mary Swendeman, Jackie Kefalonitis, Elaine Franciose, Eileen Duffy, Jean Thompson. The choir, under the lead- ership of the new musical director, Mr. Jan Arthur, en- tertained West Essex stu- dents and adult audiences on several occasions this year. Their first concert was at Christmas when they sang traditional carols and anthems. Another big event was their spring concert in April. Choir members met after school and during 7th pe- riod to practice. At this time they also elected the follow- ing officers: Linda Ribbach, president; Mollie Loughney, secretary - treasurer; and Elaine Franciose, librarian. Glee Club Equipped with good voices and a lot of enthusiasm, West Essex's vocalists organized a Glee Club this year. They met after school to practice and improve; and what's more, to have a good time. The result was a very successful year for all participating. Biggest event of the year for the Glee Club was the Christmas concert staged in conjunction with the choir. Selections were both traditional and contemporary. Besides the assembly for the students, there was an evening concert for adults. The second event of the year was a spring con- cert, in which the choir and smaller vocal groups also took part. TOP ROW: Bruce Downs, Richard Wagner, John O’Brien, Bob Jacobus, Jeff Niese, Bob Guay, James Harris, Dave Keimel, James Ravelle, Mike deMontaigne, Bill Sommers, Howard Burgstahler. FOURTH ROW: Fred Schellhas, John DelVecchio, George Delvce, Doug O'Connell, Bob Hanek, Francis Ferrigni. Russel Ebersole, Debbie Kirschner, Sheryl Whitacker, Ruth Fricke, Kathy Horkay, Peggy Henriksen, Dianne Armor, Marie Nilsen. Barbara Aldom, Mr. Jan Arthur. THIRD ROW: Laura Kowalsky, Kristine Bushmann. Margaret Young, Carol Vechte, Martha Nordt, Diane D'Alessio, Meredith Young, Nancy McFadyen, Joan Horkay, Pat Gille, Ellen Gillespie, Donna Oates, Donna Wildeboer, Robbie Pio Costa. Karen Schwindewolf. Jill King, Donna DeCamara, Diana Moore, Diane Minard. SEATED: Sue Van Deusen, Sue Anderson, Debbie Loree. Barbara Pfeifer, Nancy Svenson, Suzanne Phillips, Jackie Kefalonitis, Nancy Beisler, Sandra Hamilton, Beverly Cole, Carol Baas, Diane Foltz. KNEELING: Jane Garlock, Cynthia Bach, Maureen Moldoch, Yvonne Attalle, Virginia Newson, Linda Diletto, Sharon Matt, Donna Carrano, Linda McIntosh, Peggy Poilara, Pat Wagner, Karen Hildebrand. Anne Kops. TALENT SHOW 1965 Talent Show Student Director Meryl Sussman. Pianist Mary DiLiberto, Announcer Dave Bate and Elena De Conto. OPENING NUMBER DANCERS ARE: At the piano: Emilie Grieq. The others are clock-wise from twelve o'clock: Liz Grieg, Jennifer Gillespie, Linda Frischknecht, Holly Pasko, Dianne Carrington and Cheryl Zucker. WE Jug Band: STANDING: C. V. P. One of the Night People (Craig VanPelt), Hillbilly (Dave) Bate, Doug the Jug Roberts, J. C. Mountain Man (John) Campbell, Zeko the Streak (Dan) Goodman, Slobbie Robbie Fleder. SEATED: Jungle Gene Gaglione. MASTER OF CEREMONIES. Craig VanPelt. surrounded by performers: BACK ROW: Ginny Robinson, Carolyn Robinson, Darlene Susen, Carol Triner, Susan Snyder, Nancy Beisler, Barbara Shepherd, Bonnie Potter, Elena De Conto. FRONT ROW: Carol Baas, Hope Hannon, Trudy Van Houten, Jeanette Wyble. When the final curtain was drawn on the 1965 Talent Show, student directors Meryl Sussman and Jim White had nothing to look forward to but a good night's rest. An unbelievable amount of work is involved in organizing and staging this type of performance Made up of 35 entertaining acts, ranging from folk singing groups to modern dance routines to novelty acts, such as the New Jersey Jug Sniffers and Stompers, the show surely made its mark in the annals of West Essex history. Full Cast Members: BACK ROW: Bob Connor, Craig VanPelt. Tony Pio Costa. Lance Taylor, Jim Gertler SEATED IN FRONT: Wende Sherman, Pat Black, Debbe Simon. The place is Monkswell Manor; the time is somewhere in the past; the players are members of the Junior Class; the play is The Mousetrap by Agatha Christie. This was the billing for the Junior Class play given last fall on the West Essex Stage. Each year students of the Sophomore Class plan ahead into their Junior year and select their traditional class play to be given for the purpose of financing their prom. Mollie Ralston, played by Pat Black and her husband, Giles Ralston', played by Jim Gertler. were the lead parts followed up by a successful line of supporting players from the flittery Christopher Wren, played by Senior Craig VanPelt to the murderer himself. Detective Sergeant Trotter, played by Tony Pio Costa. Mr. Charles E. Gauntt, director. Stage Crew: FROM TOP TO BOTTOM ON LEFT: Eric Van Tatenhove, Janet Voorheis, Robin Lathrop, David Schwartz, Barbara Anderson, Danny Goodman. FROM TOP TO BOTTOM ON RIGHT: Mr. Richard Rizzo, Cathy Hilton, Sue Mickiewicz, Tim McDonough, Mark Williams, Alicia Jordan. The Year of Debbe Simon and Craig VanPelt. Jim Gertler and Pat Black. The Mouse Mr. Gaunt! directs our leading players, Toni Bull and Craig VanPelt. The Mouse That Roared The Royal Court of Grand Fenwick: Bob Jones, Pamela Orr, Toni Bull, Barbara Orr, Jeff Bond, Hope Hannon. On December 11 and 12 the Drama II class, directed by Mr. Charles Gauntt, presented The Mouse That Roared'' (adapted by Christopher Sergei from the book by Leonard Wibberley), on behalf of the Senior class. Tully Bascom, played by Craig VanPelt, was the back- woodsman who successfully invaded and conquered New York City. Toni Bull played the youthful Queen Gloriana, ruler of the tiny attacking Duchy of Grand Fenwick. Supporting charac- ters were Count Mountjoy (Bob Jones), David Benter (Jeff Bond), and Professor Kokintz of Columbia University, played by Dan Baker. Mr. Keezer, a practice teacher for Mr. Gauntt. joined the cast and crew early. He aided with the direction of the play and supervised all technical aspects of the play. Mr. Richard Rizzo, Senior Class adviser, was in charge of the house, publicity and tickets. Who'll dare me to drink this stuff? Professor Kokintz quips. (Glenn Baldwin. Craig VanPelt, Dan Baker, Linda Frischknecht). Work? cries General Tom Albano. WAC Meryl Sussman stands by. Odds n Ends West Essex's first Regional Revue cast. Director Mrs. Vivian Moss is seated at the extreme right on the steps while Principal Dr. Emil Piel is standing on the stage at the extreme right. The cast also included a number of WE students. Regional Revue The Regional Revue, written and directed by WE parents, teachers and students was the P-TA's main fund-raising event of the year. Proceeds from the production became part of the scholarship fund which awards aid to a West Essex student for his college education. Scenes and skits of the revue were written by members of the PTA and anyone interested, and the show was directed by Mrs. Vivian Moss. Parents, students and teachers met at night, after work and on Sundays. Playing bunnies in the Regional Revue are Linda Frischknecht, Jennifer Gillespie, Emilie Grieg and Holly Pasko. Dr. Piel innocently sang Hello Mater, Hello Fater. Assemblies George Mears receiving award at Winter Sports Awards assembly. Commander Keane addresses WE stu- dent body. He was given a standing ovation. A student ponders the quiet of the school. OLYMPICS Sports During the year 1964-1965 the Olympic games were held in Tokyo. These games, which were revived in 1896 through the efforts of a French educator, Baron Pierre de Coubertin, are designed to promote sportsman- ship and friendly rivalry among nations. At West Essex the athletic program helps students achieve these same goals through intra- mural and interscholastic com- petition. VARSITY FOOTBALL West Essex 7 Wayne ..... 26 West Essex 1 Morristown 0 West Essex 21 West Orange Mt. 7 West Essex West Essex 0 26 26 Parsippany 6 West Essex West Essex 0 27 26 Hanover Pk. . 14 West Essex 0 Morris Hills 45 West Essex 9 Vailsburg .. 12 Baker to Roveda on a dive play — a familiar combination. Top Row: lames Mentel '67, Thomas Kukuc '67, Richard McCleve '67, Mike Furey '67, William Bell '67, Michael Molinaro '67, John DeVries '66, Steven Kalafer '67, Robert Thompson '67, Michael Kalafer '66. Carl Maffei '66. Joseph O'Brien '66, Francis Rice '66, Robert Smith '66, Allan Koch '67. Third Row: Jack O'Hea '67, Andrew Oliver '67, Bing Heckman '67, Christopher Unger '66, Peter Vogel '67, Eric Weiss '67, Ramsey Mahadeen '67, Thornes Miller '67, Robert Comley '67, Randy Beckwith '66, Paul Bork '66, George Betz '66, George Wakeley '66, John Holler '66. Second Row: Fenwick leaps and grabs one in the Parsippany game. The Knights of West Essex began their fourth varsity football season with a new look and a new coach, Mr. Vernon Young. Coach Young installed a revamped variation 'T' offense with high expectations, but because of injuries, the team ended with a disappointing 3-6 record. Wayne, a non-conference foe, was the first to invade West Essex in 1964 and set the trend for the remainder of the season by hand- ing the Red and White a 26-7 thrashing, the lone tally coming on an end run by Carl Maffei '66. The Knights ventured to Morris- town for the second game to bash heads with the Maroon. The Big Red defense, led by Chuck Roveda '66, Fran Rice '66, Jim King '65, and Ed Beesley '65, held the vaunted Colonial scoring machine to 18 points, but West Essex failed to score. But the Knights were happy to find that they were awarded a technical 1-0 victory over Morristown due to the fielding of an ineligible player by the Colonials. At home again, the Knights established a new school record of two victories in a row by easily defeating the Rams of West Orange, 21-7. The pointgetters were Bill Pharmer '65, two touch- downs, and Dean Kirschner '65. Randy Beckwith kicked all three extra points. The Gaels of Roxbury ripped through the Red and White de- fenses almost at will and handed the Knights a thorough trouncing, 26-0. Coach Vernon Young. Michael Oliver '66, Ass't Coach Robert Christina, William Kaiser '67, Ass't Coach LeRue Stellfox, Alan Walker '66, Steven Polverino '67, Roger Johnson '66, Charles Roveda '66, George Mears '66, Edward Baker '66, Conrad Fenwick '66, Gene Gargiulo '66, Robert Francis '66. Bottom Row: Vincent Albergato '65, Michael Costello '65, Edward Beesley '65, William Pharmer '65, Roger Beach '65, John McCleve '65, Dean Kirschner '65, James King '65, Paul Crotta '65. West Essex did battle with a fleet-footed Parsippany eleven and came out on the losing end of a high scoring contest, 26-6. Again Rice, Roveda, Beesley, Pharmer and Jim King turned in stand-out but wasted efforts. The Knights traveled to Living- ston in hopes of a victory, but were shocked when the Lancers de- feated them, 27-0. Back at home, West Essex pulled a stunning upset by defeating the Hornets of Hanover Park, 26-14. In the waning seconds of the game, quarterback Ed Baker '66 hit Chuck Roveda with a despera- tion pass to set up the winning score. Mike Kalafer, an offensive stand-out, repeatedly made near impossible catches to keep drives alive. The Knights were trounced by Morris Hills, 45-0, and on Turkey Day fell victim to Vailsburg de- spite big efforts by King, Pharmer, Rice, and Mike Costello. The final score was 12-9. It was with great pleasure that we acknowledge Jim King the only player on the squad to re- ceive post-season recognition. He was awarded honorable mention on the 1964 All-Essex County Team. Despite the record, Coach Young feels that the boys did an O.K. job. He holds high hopes for the '65 varsity season. Coaches: Mr. Vernon Young Mr. LeRue Stellfox Mr. Robert Christina Vincent Albergato—C Roger Beach—T Edward Beesley—E Michael Costello—HB 121 Paul Crotta—E James King—G Dean Kirschner—E John McCleve—T William Pharmer—HB FRESHMAN FOOTBALL Coaches: Mr. Charles Kane Mr. Charles Martin West Essex 15 Wayne 7 7 Morristown 31 16 Morris Knolls 0 West Essex 7 0 7 Parsippany 0 0 Hanover Pk. 25 West Essex 13 Morris Hills 13 Top Row: Melvin Bellott. William Miniutti. Gordon Sutliff, Robert Ferlanti, William Grieco, Gary Giese. Peter Gennaro, Robert Hannon. James Miczak, Charles Francis. Patrick Oates, Roger McCleve, Albert Germann. Second Row: Coach Charles Martin, Anthony Cottone, Vincent Retundo. Bruce Koesting, Thomas Hedman, William Eaton, John Charpentier. Michael Curry, Gregory Park, William Kerr, Wil- liam Martin, Kenneth Walters, Peter Bernhardt. Bottom Row: Stephen Scarano. Carmine Cannara, Gregory Varley, Ronald McAllister, Joseph Mullen. Jeff Kuebler,. Charles Voelker, Gary Hannon. Michael Carmcdy, Coach Charles Kane. Kneeling: George Lincoln, Byron Walker. ■ Top Row: Coach Arthur Conro, John Campbell '66, Donald Hawksley '65, Douglas Hedman '65, Kit Hedman '65. Phillip Epifano '65. Glen Pierce '65. Middle Row: William Hawksley '68, Peter Rigoloso '68, Daniel Goodman '66, Peter Swereda '66. Michael Hogan '68, David White '68. Bottom Row: Douglas Goodhill '68, Terence Wronko '68. Robert Leith '67, William Fricke '68, Peter Campbell '68, Robert Petilio '68. CROSS COUNTRY In his second year as cross-country coach, Mr. Arthur Conro ran his team to tenth position in the Groups I and II division of the State Meet. First man on the team for this second year was Kit Hedman, who finished eleventh among some 300 runners in the state final. Hedman also took first in seven out of the nine dual meets, losing only to two other excellent runners. In the opening dual meet of the season, the Knights conquered Morris Knolls, 18-45. The Harriers romped again as they met the Gaels of Roxbury in the rain. They captured eighteen out of the first top twenty places for the first shutout of the season, 15-50. Par- sippany was the first club to defeat the runner as Kit Hedman again took first. However, the meet was not a total loss as the JV's continued their unbeaten string. Livingston fell easily under the power of West Essex, 19-38. In an effort to stay in the conference race, West Essex made a mighty bid against the Hornets of Han- over Park. In one of his toughest races of the year, Kit Hedman fought off Richard Paterson to take first. But his efforts were to no avail as the Knights went down to defeat, 34-22. West Essex finished fourth in the conference meet. One bright factor here was that Mike Hogan '68 finished fourth, Perry Neare '67 seventh, and Dana Ingerto '67 eleventh in the IV contest. WE Opponent WE Opponent 18 Morris Knolls 45 26 W. Orange „ 31 23 Watchung 32 31 Morristown 23 32 Parsippany 23 19 Livingston 38 15 Roxbury 50 34 Hanover Park 22 20 Morris Hills 41 Coach: Mr. Arthur Conro. The two best: brothers Kit and Doug Hedman 123 Bob Conkling (28) heads the ball against Livingston. Chuck Parting- ton (high in the air) can't believe it. Bruce McKaba watches his head ball against a losing Montclair team. THE CHAMPIONSHIP SOCCER TEAM Harold Habermas Bruce McKaba Tom Nelson Bob Svehla WE Opponent 1 Cedar Grove-------------- 0 2 West Morris-------------- 2 4 Parsippany 0 0 Morris Hills 1 0 Livingston ------------- 0 3 W. Orange-----------------0 4 Morristown---------------- 2 Hanover Park--------------1 3 Parsippany---------------- 0 2 Montclair --------------- 1 0 Morris Hills------------- 3 6 Morristown 0 1 Wayne---------------------0 6 W. Orange------------------0 3 Hanover Park ........... 2 1 Livingston 1 State Tournament Games 3 CliHord Scott ............ 1 0 Chatham 0 Coaches: Head Coach Mr. Ralph Dougan, Mr. Byron Harmony, Mr. John Pietrowicz. Dick Meier John Pullin Paul Galusha Alvin Konner Philosophers and wise men will long contemplate the grand suc- cess gained by this year's soccer team, which boasted an outstand- ing record of 12-2-2 and finished the season as co-champions of New Jersey. The Knights gained honor in a close, hard-fought game against Chatham, which ended in a 0-0 tie on Monday November 23. Depth and well-distributed power were the final factors which ac- celerated the squad to its achieve- ment. Seven starting players were placed on the all-county selection, with Bruce McKaba and Harold Habermas finding berths on the first team. McKaba was a throw-in ace and Harold, most valuable player, was the stalwart of the team while scoring 15 points. Bob Conkling and Greg Schneider made the second team. Schneider led the team with 17 points while Conkling did outstanding jobs at half-back and wing. Tom Nelson, Bob Svehla and Elmar Habermas made the third team. Nelson was voted most improved player and Svehla's strong boot was a deciding factor in many games. A1 Konner, Dick Meier, Chuck Partington and John Pullin received honorable mention. Pullin proved to be an exceptionally fine goalie in his first season as he made a record total of 159 saves while allowing only 13 goals. Coach Ralph Dougan, who has accumulated a record of 19-2-10 over three years, saw his squad defeat Cedar Grove 1-0 in their first game. The Knights then tied West Morris 2-2, trounced Parsip- pany and lost to Morris Hills 1-0. Livingston was tied in a thriller and then Mountain, Morristown, Hanover Park, Parsippany and Montclair fell to the CHAMPS. Again the Knights were stopped by Morris Hills, 3-0, but came back to triumph over Morristown. Wayne, Mountain and Hanover Park, admitting West Essex to the conference championship. But the exciting contest against archrival Livingston ended in a tie, placing the Knights in second place. West Essex gained a berth in the championship game against Chatham by defeating Clifford Scott. 3-1. The game typified the entire season of play as the Knights fought the Huskies in a fast and furious battle. Coach Dougan was never prouder. Top Row: Manager Charles Bacheller '66. Glen Intile '65. Robert Svehla 65 Bruce McKaba '65, Daniel Baker '65, Gene Yarnchak '65, Elmar Habermas '66, Thomas Nelson '65, Robert Conkling '65. Middle Row: Manager John Jehl '67, Richard Goodman '66, Fred McNamara '66, Charles Partington '66, Alvin Konner '65, Paul Galusha '65, Jeff Smith '65, Jon Knoop '65. Bottom Row: Timothy Smith '66. Joseph Jerimias '66, Jack Brucksch '66, Greg Schneider '65. Richard Meier '65, Coach Ralph Dougan. Harold Habermas '65, Joseph Donnelly '67, John Pullin '65. Jeff Smith Gene Yamchak Jon Knoop Glen Intile J.V. SOCCER Top Row: Steve Dailey '67, Mark Levkoff '67, Spen- cer Kiernan '67, Dave Heidt '67. Jack Falcone '67, Fred Schneider '67. Bob Petilio '67, Richard Kurkewicz '67, Jim McCombs '67, Kevin Wronko '66. Middle Row: Ralph Loree '67, Henry Heidt '66, Jim McGregor '66, Dennis Jaye '66, Greg Lukmier '66, Ralph Kelly '66. Joe Neukum '67. Russ Battye '67, Mike Shull '67, Mark Tuthill 67. Bottom Row: Coach Byron Harmony, Pete Pfeifer '66. Charles St. John '67. John Harris '67, Bob Benson '67. Roger Jones '66, Tom Meier '66, Bob Stevens '66. David Schwartz '66. Lenny Newman '67. FROSH SOCCER — Top Row: Mark MacNamara. John Smerklo. Fred Thiele. John Stagg, Bob Berner. Ron Kieler. Paul Dankwerth. Middle Row: Craig Warner. Ken Devins. James Armour, Louis Ripa, Rick Bellas. Richard Fornier, John Hall, Phil Ferrigini. Bottom Row: Coach Mr. John Pietrowicz. Jim Redfield. Neil Epifanio. Dane Schneider. Barry Goodman, Bob Sammond, John Curso, Kurt Witting. Basketball VARSITY — STANDING: Coach Robert Christina, Michael Furey '67, Edward Baker '66, John Mills '65. Bruce Draine '65. Victor Zecchino '65. Manager Robert Conner '67. KNEELING: Richard Miller '65, Richard Schlegel '66. Donald Berkowitz '66, Robert O'Hara, Steven Springer '66. West Essex's varsity basketball team began the 1964-65 season with three starters from the previous year returning, and hopes for their best season ever. Passaic Valley came to play at West Essex on December 18 for the season's opener. The game started off slowly but the Knights found the range in the second quarter and went into the locker room with a four-point half-time lead. But Passaic Valley caught fire in the second half, and with four seconds remaining in the game, West Essex was down by one point with posses- sion of the ball. Barry Weldon '65 took a desparate jumper which missed, and the Knights had dropped their first game, 45-44. Cedar Grove defeated the home team for the second loss, 85-71. The alumni game marked a big contest for the varsity cagers, who took the graduates for the first time in the school's history. Barry Weldon led all scores with 32 points and established a new school scoring record. With the fresh taste of victory, the Big Reds were ready for another win and got it by defeating the WE Opponents WE Opponents 44 Passaic Valley 45 55 Morris Hills ... 90 68 Cedar Grove 87 67 Parslppany 84 58 53 59 Roxbury 65 60 Caldwell 56 60 Wayne 96 58 W. O. Mountain 64 54 Morristown 59 62 Livingston 113 52 Livingston 68 60 58 48 Morris Hills 84 49 Passaic Valley 59 56 Hanover Park _. 83 57 Hanover Park 65 47 Morristown _ 88 128 49 W. O. Mountain 68 64 Parsippany 89 Caldwell Chiefs, 62-56. John Mills '65 took scoring honors for West Essex with 20 points. Weldon had 18 points. After successive losses to West Orange Mountain (64-58) and Livingston (113-62), the cagers handed Rox- bury a 60-58 defeat behind the excellent efforts of John Mills, Barry Weldon, and sophomore Mike Furey. Mills scored four of his 21 points in the waning minutes of the game to pull out a clutch victory, the third of the season. The rest of the season was a disappointment. The cakers dropped all their remaining games, but attend- ance remained large and spirit on the team high. In the middle of the season Barry Weldon and John Mills both left the team; thus, Coach Bob Christina played an underclassmen starting line-up which is returning next year. Much credit should be given to Mike Furey '67 and Ed Baker '66, who were Most Valuable and Most Improved Players respectfully. Barry Coach Robert Christina during a time-out. Weldon JUNIOR VARSITY — STANDING: Manager John Mostwell '66, Marty '67, David Heidt '67, Joseph Donnelly '67, Thomas JCukuc '67, Richard Herrick '66, Peter Swereda '66, Steve Polverino '67, Lee Fritze '67, McCleve '67. Donald Lochhead '67, Coach Charles Kane. KNEELING: Dana Ingerto Richard Miller John Mills Victor Zecchino Bruce Draine FRESHMEN — TOP ROW: Coach John Lukasik, Steven Scarano, William Summers, John Carpentier, Jay Vesce, Bruce Draper, Charles Voelker, Gary Giese, Manager Robert Uhler. BOTTOM ROW: John Hall, Anthony Cottone, Craig Warner, James Miczak, William Martin, Jay Loughney, Richard Monnier. Gregory Park. STANDING: Coach Gilbert Adams. James McGregor '66, James Kiernan '66. Kevin Brady '67. Rodger Jones '66, Mark Tuthill '67. Thomas Nelson '65, Mark Jones '67, Sandy McWilliams '66, Kent Boveroux '67. Fred MacNamara '66, Arthur Sparks '66, John Cullum '66, Dennis DeRidder '66, Robert Gates 66, Robert Dughi '68. KNEEL- ING: Gary O'Hea '66, Douglas West '6 , John Bate '67, Thomas Miller '67, Mark MacNamara '67, Francis Rice '66. Ice Hockey Coach: Gilbert Adams Hockey is fast becoming one of the most popular sports at West Essex, and this year's squad was a credit to the school as well as to the game in general. They finished in sixth place with a 6-8-2 record which is deceiving. Coach Gilbert Adams, in his third year with the team, summed up the season when he termed it frustrating. In actuality, the Knights missed finishing near the top of the league by inches — many shots on goal hit the post in crucial, close games. The skaters fell to Morristown in the first game, 4-3, in one of the closest battles of the season. Later in the year this was repeated, with the eventual champs Morristown coming out on top again 4-3. Montclair tied the Knights, 1-1, in the second game, but Livingston fell helplessly by a score of 5-2 in the third. Hanover Park came up with four goals in the final period of a disputed game to win 6-2, but West Essex came back to heartily defeat Chatham 3-1. On New Year's Day Morris Hills slipped by the Knights, 3-1, but West Orange and East Orange fell in succes- sion, 4-0 and 4-1 respectively. 130 After the second loss to Morristown, West Essex was surprised by Montclair, 5-3. East Orange and Liv- ingston faired not so well, however, losing to West Essex 7-0 and 4-3 respectively. Defending champs Hanover Park trounced the Knights 9-4 in an early morning game and Morris Hills and Chatham followed with 3-2 and 4-3 victories. West Orange managed to tie the Knights in the last game, 1-1. Sandy McWilliams, a junior, was captain of the team as well as its high scorer with 18 goals. One of the fastest skaters in the league, Sandy often fascinated the fans with his dazzling break-aways. Johnny Cullum '66 was second in scoring with 16 points just ahead of sophomore Mark Tuthill with 15. Tom Nelson, co-captain and the team's only senior, was fourth with 10 points. Roger Jones '66, most-improved player, was an invaluable asset to the squad as a great clutch player. Toby West '66, Gary O'Hea '66 and Bob Gates '66 were other forwards who saw considerable action. Leading the team's defense was Fran Rice '66, most-valuable player and co-captain Fred MacNamara '66. Both were never hesitant to shoot, scoring five goals between them. Mark Jones '67 was the third defenseman. John Bate '66 was the Varsity goalie, and substitute Tom Miller '66 was always ready in the wings. With only one senior leaving the squad, Coach Adams and the team can feast their eyes on the Gordon Cup again and become the team to beat next year. West Essex West Essex West Essex West Essex West Essex West Essex West Essex West Essex West Essex West Essex West Essex West Essex West Essex West Essex West Essex West Essex 3 Morristown 4 1 Montclair 1 5 Livingston 2 2 Hanover Park 6 3 1 1 Morris Hills 3 4 West Orange 0 4 1 3 Morristown 4 3 Montclair 5 7 East Orange 0 Livingston 3 4 Hanover Park 9 Morris Hills 3 3 Chatham 4 West Orange 1 Best shot — Sandy McWilliams '66. Johnny Cullum '66 in front of the West Orange cage. Sandy McWilliams '66, assisted by Tom Nelson'65. fights hard for a goal during the Chatham game. Diletto '68. Richard Jackson '67. John Matt '67, Fred Giltzow '66. Michael Costello '65. BOTTOM ROW: Lester Baker '68, Jeff Bond '65. Richard Goodman '66, Robert Then '66. Robert Smith '68, Charles Francis '68. Richard Smith '66. Robert Kassa ‘68. Coach: Mr. Le Rue Stellfox went down to defeat 41-5 as Bob Smith scored a pin in the 98 lb. class. Hanover Park slowed down the Knights 41-8, as Jeff Bond won his third match of the season and other winners in this match were Mike Costello, by a deci- sion, and George Mears by a tie. The Knights then fell to Morris Hills 39-8, with Fred Giltzow (135 lb. class), Chuck Partington, and George Mears taking individual honors. Parsippany defeated West Essex 37-9, after shutting them out last year 44-0. Individual winners were Rich Goodman (115 lb. class), Gene Yarnchak, and George Mears. One of the toughest teams in the league, Roxbury, handed the Knights a 41-7 loss. Mike Costello and Fred Giltzow, respectively, scored ties while Chuck Parting- ton won by decision. Our archrival, Caldwell, gave West Essex its worst beating of the season, 44-6, at their home gym. Besides, they won the toss of the silver dollar for the second consecutive year. Rich Goodman and George Mears were both impressive as they dealt their foes a loss. The Knights then met up with tough Morristown and were defeated 44-8. Again Rich Goodman and George Mears won, George racking up his sixth win of the season. Madison defeated West Essex 39-8 as Bob Then TOP ROW: Coach LeRue Stellfox. Charles Partington '66. Steven Scarano '68, Gene Yarnchak '65, George Mears '66, Glenn Pierce 65, William Stevens '66, Paul Bork '66. Derrick Zimmerer '68, Robert Francis '66, Kenneth Buckley '68. MIDDLE ROW: Michael Oliver '66. George Sparks '68, Harry Heckman '67, Robert Schaefer '67, Claude Wrestling The West Essex wrestling team ended a season with disappointing results. It was the third consecutive winless season for the Scarlet Knights. On the whole, the team developed tremendously and is slowly but surely forming a sound base for future victorious squads. This year, Coach LeRue Stellfox continued his intramural program in wrestling for the 7th and 8th grades. West Essex crushed Vailsburg in one of its first scrimmages of the season by a score of 44 to 8. On regular season varsity matches. West Essex made a showing on the scoreboard every time and never accounted for less than 5 points. They also held the opposition from scoring more than 44 points, truly a tremendous improvement over last year. At the first varsity match, Livingston defeated the Knights 34-16. Jeff Bond (115 lb. class), Gene Yarnchak (122 lb. class), Chuck Partington (140 lb. class) and George Mears (177 lb. class) scored for West Essex. Passaic Valley handed West Essex its second loss of the season, 31-16, with Jeff Bond, Gene Yarnchak, Mike Costello (129 lb. class), Chuck Partington, and George Mears racking up points for the Knights. West Essex then met up with mighty Roselle Park, 2-year district champions, who had shut them out last year 48-0. This time the Knights held a little ground and 132 (98 lb. class) tied, and Bob Smith and Rich Goodman decisioned their men. West Essex fought hard against Cedar Grove and held their opponents to 32 points while they scored 16. Winners were Rich Goodman, Jeff Bond, Mike Costello, Chuck Partington, and George Mears. For Chuck, who came out for wrestling the first time this year, this was his fifth varsity win. In the final match of the 64-65 season, the Knights' finest hopes for victory against Wayne were shattered, as they lost 26-24. A forfeit in 3 weight classes by the Knights proved to be the deciding factor. Rich Good- man finished the season with an undefeated 6-0 varsity record, the first member of the squad in West Essex history to do so. Jeff Bond tied at 123 lb. class and tallied up a fine 4-5-2 record. Mike Costello won his third match of the year and George Mears finished a terrific season with a record of 8-3-1. West Essex entered the District wrestling tourna- ment held at Morristown High School. It consisted of 10 other top schools in the area. Contestants for the Knights were Rich Goodman, Gene Yarnchak, Mike Costello, Chuck Partington, and George Mears. In the quarter finals, Rich and George each scored second Seniors leff Bond and Michael Costello. in the tournament, received byes, while Chuck went on to win by a decision. In the quarter finals, they each won by decision. On the 19th, Rich and George won by decision and went into the finals that afternoon. In the finals, Rich Goodman won 4-0 and then became the District X 115 lb. champion for 1965 and the 2nd District Champion of West Essex' history. George Mears lost by a pin and was awarded the trophy for runner up in the 169 lb. class. He was the first person in West Essex history to earn the award of runner up in the District. On Saturday, February 27, Rich Goodman entered the Region 2 wrestling tournament which was followed by the state tournament. He lost a close match 2-0 to Miguel Dojesus of Morris Hills, who became second in the state in the 115 lb. class. West Essex ........ 16 West Essex ________ 16 West Essex__________ 5 West Essex 8 West Essex 8 West Essex......... 9 West Essex__________ 7 West Essex ........ 6 West Essex 8 West Essex .......... 8 West Essex 16 West Essex 11 Livingston ____________34 Passaic Valley _______ 31 Roselle Park___________41 Hanover Park___________41 Morris Hills 39 Parsippany ____________37 Roxbury _______________41 Caldwell 44 Morristown 44 Madison 39 Cedar Grove __________ 32 Wayne 36 Seniors Gene Yarnchak and Glenn Pierce. 133 TOP ROW: Manager Dennis Vane '66, Kit Hedman '65, George Betz '66, Perry Neare '67, George Wakely '66, Daniel Goodman '66. John Campbell '66, Mike Hogan '68, Manager Doug Roberts '66. BOTTOM ROW: Coach John Pietrowicz, Doug Hedman '65, Alvin Konner '65 Robert Conkling '65, Art Jorgensen '65, Dean Kirschner '65, John Pullin '65, Coach Arthur Conro. Indoor Track As highlight of the season the Knights finished second at the state meet. In that meet John Pullin became state champ in the high jump while Bob Conkling took fourth in a hotly contested quarter mile. Kit Hedman came from behind in the second heat, broke the record for the 1000-yard run and finished second, three tenths of a second behind first place. Running in the 1000 yard relay. Dean Kirschner, George Betz, John Pullin. and Peter Rigoloso earned a fifth despite a spill during the race. The mile relay ran away with the event, taking first and just missing a record; members were Dan Goodman, John Campbell, George Wakely, and Art Jorgensen. Mr. John Pietrowicz, Mr. Arthur Conro, and Mr. Charles Martin coached the athletes, donating their services. Golf Coach Charles Paglieri's golf team had its best season ever last year (1964) and perhaps its most erratic. The Knights lost to perennially tough Parsippany in the first match, tied Parsippany later in the year; lost to Livingston in the second match, defeated Livingston later in the year; defeated Hanover Park, lost by a point in a later match; lost to Morristown by three points, later defeated Morristown by three points. The team won eleven matches, lost four and tied one, and tied or defeated every opponent, ah enviable record. An exciting State District I championship was the climax. Dick Meier, who shot low score for the day, an 83, chipped his ball thirty yards into the cup for a par on the last hole. Tom, his brother, putted thirty feet and dropped the ball for a par. Sandy McWilliams Sandy McWilliams '66. James Goodhill '65. Timothy McDonough '66, Steve Springer '66. Michael Furey '67, Richard Meier '65, Thomas birdied the same hole; and West Essex, amazingly enough, tied Bloomfield for the championship and won a trophy for the school. Hopes were high when the team went to the State Championship several days later, but a lackluster performance placed only 7th, still a fine showing for the 1964 season. (1964) WE 6 Parsippany 9 WE 10 Morris Hills 5 5 Livingston 10 11 Roxbury 4 9 Vz Bernardsville SVi 9Vz Livingston ... SVi 11 Bound Brook 4 12 Roxbury 3 6 Morristown 9 13� 2 Morris Hills ... IVi 14 W. O. Mountain 1 7 Hanover Park 8 9 Hanover Park 6 9 Morristown 6 7 Vi Parsippany 7 Vi 13 W. O. Mountain 2 Meier '66, Kent Smith '66, Kevin Brady '67, Chip Loree '67, Chris O'Halloran '67. Coach Charles Paglieri. TOP ROW: Coach Frederick Bednarek, William Grieco '68, Byron BOTTOM ROW: George Sparks '68, Douglas From 67. Jeff Smith 65, Leeson '68. Tim Smith '66, Robert Leith '67, Edward Baker '66. John Thomas Carlisle '65, Jeff Bond '65. Ricky Kipp '65, Paul Carmichael Bate '67, Conrad Fenwick '66, Kent Boveroux '67, Robert Cubby '66, '65. Robert Dughi '68. Last spring, after three quick victories over Bemardsville, Parsippany, and Hanover Park, the tennis team settled down to a long season of frustration, winning only one more match while losing 10. One bright spot in an otherwise disappointing season was sophomore Tim Smith, who compiled a personal record of 10-4 playing third singles. The team was never shut out in any match: someone always managed to win or tie in each one. Morris Hills and Morristown were both close matches and could go the other way this year. Three experienced singles players returned this spring: Tim Smith and seniors Jeff Smith and Jeff Bond. Behind them are three of Tim Smith's new proteges — juniors Jack Brucksch, Ed Baker, and Conrad Fenwick — and returning senior Tom Carlisle. Just behind them, vying to take their places, are Bruce Draine '65, Doug From '67, Kent Bouvereaux '67, Bob Leith '67, Bruce Draper '68, Paul Carmichael '65, Rodger Coupe '65, John Bate '67, and Ricky Kipp '65. (1964) WE 5 Parsippany 0 5 Parsippany - 0 3 Hanover Park 2 1 Hanover Park 4 1 Livingston 4 Vi Livingston — 4 Vi 1 W. O. Mountain 4 Vi W. O. Mountain 4 Vi 3 Bemardsville 2 1 Caldwell 4 2 Morris Hills 3 2 Morris Hills 3 1 Vi Morristown 3 Vi 1 Vi Morristown 3 Vi Tennis Jeff Smith '65 135 Stuart Kennison pole vaulting. Yeah, is that what they're for? Track Starting off the 1964 season, the Knights defeated West Morris. Parsippany and Cedar Grove. Bob Schindewolf placed first in the mile in each meet. Other seniors Bill Wagner and Barry Hildebrand led the team to victory with wins in the dashes and broad jump. In the Morris Hills relay, the shuttle hurdle relay team finished third. After decisively defeating Roselle Park, the Knights met the perennially-strong Morristown Colonials. The majority of the points were taken in the distance events and the discus. Against Hanover Park, Doug Hedman beat Tweed Emerson in a thrilling half-mile. Paul Crotta, Mike Yokell and Vinnie Albergato swept Hanover Park in the discus. For the first time in West Essex history, the Knights scored over 100 points when they overwhelmed Roxbury 106-11, taking first in every event. Bob Conkling, Kit Hedman and Bob Schindewolf took first places in the 440, 880 and mile respectively. The Long Branch relay provided a high-light of the season when both the one-mile and two-mile relays brought home victory. The one-mile relay team consisted of Bill Wagner, George Wakely, Art Jorgensen and Bob Conkling and led the entire race with a winning time of 3:32.9. Kit Hedman led off for the two-mile relay as Bob Schindewolf, Dan Goodman and Doug Hedman finished for a new Group 2 meet record. At the Jersey Hills Conference relays, the mile relay again took first as they set a new record of 3:31.8. Just losing by three tenths of a second, the two-mile relay set a new school record of 8:12.8. Morris Hills was undefeated when they met WE, but our unde- feated contingent would not be beaten. Morris Hills went down 67%-49%. Ridge was soundly trounced 97% - 19% as was West (1964) WE 66 West Morris ............ 51 61% Parsippany________________________55Vs 89 Cedar Grove________________________28 89 Roselle Park ______________________28 74% Morristown 42% 67 Hanover Park_____________________50 106 Roxbury___________________________11 «7% Morris Hills 49% 97% Ridge_____________________________19% 79 W. O. Mountain 38 24 Conference (5th) 77 Caldwell___________________________40 54 Livingston ......................... 63 Art Jorgensen Orange Mountain 79 - 38. In a rugged conference battle V E finished 5th with 24 points. Doug Hedman was conference champ in the 880. Arch rival Caldwell fell 77-40. The upset of the season came when the Knights limped to Livingston to be defeated by an aroused Lancer squad, thus ending the season 11-1. WE managed to score three points in the State Meet as Dean Kirschner took a 4th in the javelin and Doug Hedman a 5th in the 880. TOP ROW: Bob O’Brien '68, Richard Sprano '68, Pete Rigoloso '68, Gary Giesc '68, Ken Walter ‘68, Mike Hogan '68, Richard Thompson '65. FIFTH ROW: Bob Kassa '68, Paul Danckwerth '68, Roger McCleeve '68, Ron McCallister '68, Gene D'Agostino '67, Joe Neukum '67, Terry Hulyo '67, Bill Fricke '68, Bob Petilio '68, Terry Wronko '68. FOURTH ROW: Pete Bernhardt '68, John Charpentier '68, John Campbell '66. Bob DeCamp '66, Don Baker '67, Pete Pfeifer '66, Charles Poekel '66, Perry Neare '67, Doug Goodhill '68, Mark Levkoff 67. THIRD ROW: Phil Epifanio '65, Jay Vesce '68, Bob Ferlanti '68. Greg Varley '68. A1 Walker '66. George Betz '66, Jack DeVries '66, Dan Goodman '66, Dan Meeker '66. Dana Ingerto '67. Andy Oliver '67. SECOND ROW: Coach Ralph Harrity, Robert Smith '66. Roger Beach '65, Douglas Kerr '65, George Flammer '65, Edward Cosme '65, Harold Habermas '65. George Mears '66. Gene Gargiulo '66, Russell Hedman '65. Coach Arthur Conro. BOTTOM ROW: Coach John Pietrowicz, Vincent Albergato '65. Eric Van Tatenhove '66, Robert Conkling '65, Dan Baker '65, Dean Kirschner '65, Douglas Hedman '65, John Pullin '65, Paul Crotta '65. Varsity Baseball TOP ROW: Coach Ralph Dougan. Dennis DeRidder, James DeCoulaz, Chuck Partington, Marty Herrick, Ronald Svehla, Robert Stevens. Frank Korp, William Pharmer, Glen Pierce. Peter Swereda, Glen Baldwin, Charles Bacheller, Coach Robert Christina. BOTTOM ROW: Richard Miller, Gregory Larsen, Fran Rice, Carl Maffei, Michael Kalafer, Robert O'Hara, Gene Gaglione, James King, Richard Schlegel, Chris Unger, Wayne Voelker, David Berkowitz. Although 1964's baseball team compiled only a 7-11 won-lost record, it gained valuable experience that carried over into this year s team in the form of six returning lettermen: Fran Rice. Carl Maffei. and Chuck Partington returned as Juniors and Jim King, Bill Pharmer and Greg Larsen returned as Seniors. Last season's opener with Parsippany was a heartbreaker with West Essex coming out on the short end, 3-2. The next two games were also close. West Essex biting the dust 2-0 and 1-0 against Hanover Park and Livingston respectively. Not discouraged by these tough losses, the team was victorious over Morristown by scor- ing the only run of the game in the last inning. The Knights then lost to West Orange Mountain 8-2 but slaughtered the Roselle Park nine 15-0. Hanover Park scored 3 runs in the last frame to eek out a win by the score of 3-1. The Red then fell victim again, losing to Cedar Grove 6-3 and then to Parsippany, 1-0. (1964) W.E. Opponent 2 Parsippany 3 o 2 0 Livingston - 1 1 Morristown 0 2 West Orange Mt. 8 15 Roselle Park 0 1 3 3 Cedar Grove 6 0 Parsippany 1 4 2 0 Morris Hills 4 5 Livingston 4 3 Roxbury 2 1 Bemardsville 0 1 Morristown 0 0 West Orange Mt. 6 1 r� 1 7 Morris Hills 7 But the Gaels of Roxbury couldn't hold back the hitting attack of the Knights and suc- cumbed 4-2. After being whitewashed by Morris Hills 4-0 West Essex hit full stride by conquering Livingston with 4 runs in the last inning to win 5-4 and with some rare clutch baseball they cut Roxbury down to size 3-2. Bemards- ville was next to fall 1-0, with Morristown soon after by the same score. West Orange Mountain broke the Knights' winning streak by a score of 6-0 with Montclair following up with a 7-1 pasting. Morris Hills won the finale by a score of 7-1 also. Some bright spots in the season were Bill Pharmer winning 4 games while losing only 2 on the mound, and Fran Rice, who made some eye-popping plays at shortstop. Jim King, returning this year, was the leading batsman with a .313 batting average and big Bob Bosson hit the only two home runs. Coach Ralph Dougan Frank Korp . . . Batter up J.V. and Frosh Baseball JUNIOR VARSITY — STANDING: Bruce Kappel '67, Jack O'Hea '67, Rick Weiss '67, Thomas Ginty '67, Robert Thompson '67, Byron Leu '67, Ronald Was:k '67, Joseph Donnelly '67, Coach Robert Christina. KNEELING: Jack Falcone '67. David Heidt '67, Fred Schneider '67, Robert Scarano '67. Ramsey Mahadeen '67. FRESHMEN — STANDING: Michael Curry '68 Anthony Cottone '68, Jeffrey Kuebler '68, Paul Schwartz '68, William Kerr '68, Charles Voelker '68. Peter Gennaro '68. William Martin '68, Craig Warner '68. KNEELING: James Miczak '68, Robert Hannon '68, Theodore Cassera '68, David Schneider '68, Emmett Farmer '68, Gary Hannon '68, Stephen Scarano '68. Coach Charles Martin 139 Laura Picetti '65 Varsity Cheerleaders Janet Picetti '68 June Falcone '65 and Delores Mac Connachie '65 Co-Captains 9 STANDING: Leila Mahadeen '66, Nancy Koch '67, Janet Picetti ‘68, Laura Picetti '65. Lillian Helle '66, Aleida Lyons ‘66, Amy Ruprecht '66, Lynda Maffei '67, Hope Hannon '65. KNEELING: Co-Captains June Falcone '65 and Delores MacConnachie '65. Varsity, Junior Varsity Cheerleaders Bonnie Schlegel '68, Joanne Lukmire '67, Patricia Mullen ‘68, Suzanne Zirk '68, Carolyn Parker ’68. Inga Swenson 67. Judy Faggiani '68, Donna R:chards 68. IN THE FOREGROUND: Sue Bartholomew '68 and Judy Wildrick '66, Co-Captains. Mary Aldrich '67 Connie Schneider '66 Bonnie Potter '65 Carol Hampton '65, Co-captain Beverly Battye '65 Kathy Costello '65 Marion Bosworth '67 Linda Lesko '66 Color Guard and Flag Wavers Janice Demieco '66 143 Danielle Roehrich '66 Gail Jochem '66 Patricia DeForest '65 Julie Hendrickson '65 Carol Miczak '66 and Deborah Crosby '65 Editor-in-Cliief Florence Bruschi '65 Theme Editor Meryl Sussman '65 Copy Editor Claire Gennaro '66 Adviser ................. Harvey Saalberg Commercial Photographer Gene Collerd Lithographer __________________ Quality Press Paterson, New Jersey We in this country,fin this generation, are — by destiny rattier than choice — trie watchmen on the walls of world freedom. We ask, therefore, that we may be [worthy of our power and responsibility — that we may exercise our strength with wisdom and restraint — and that we may achieve in our time the ancient vision of peace on earth, good will toward men. 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