West Pittston High School - Caravan Yearbook (West Pittston, PA)

Text from Pages 1 - 74 of the 1956 volume:

So then, come ye, Seniors, Juniors, Come Sophhmores, Freshmen, ell, And we'll keep the echoes rmgmg Through this dear old study hall. Let us Own the white of Vlrtue And the green for youth and rlght As we strive to all be worthy . Of the dear old Green and Whlte. When Commencement Day is over And we turn to tread new ways, We must say good-bye forever To these good old High School Days; And though age will overtake us As the long years pass in flight We shall ne'er forget old High School And the dear old Green and White. $7 5 ?,er ' xa;u m 4 a, 577 SWJ-gbwf, PH- X f36o chhdfeef .40an 7' X8! Jwe 4+ 763, Mrnmrfk Aaoak frame 34 MT 2,29 Paco? Myamfndt, 9W4 ?6 47414 THE CARAVAN PRESENTS WEST PITTSTON HIGH SCHOOL, WEST PITTSTON, PENNSYLVANIA FOREWORD Ye Seniors in high school, look about you and see With the impartial eye of a graduate-to-be, The tfkids you grew up with. Are they still the same types That they were in the A-B-C days of your lives? Is the Brain, with a soaring I. Q. in grade three, Still clutching his books, while in vain trying to see Through his two-inch-thick spectacles, Why therds such a joyous din in that strange social whirl That is too fast for him? Does the Joker still wonder, While fresh from his tricks involving spiders and tacks And such use of his wits, why he's looked at askance By his friends and his teachers, As they move to the opposite side of the bleachers? And the Athleteewe certainly cantt forget hime That mountain of muscle and vigor and vim. B unuwl Slillnn..... K 3' ii I TALENTSV UNAPPRECIXTED He's engrossed in left tackles, split TS, and sore feet, And his intellectual outlook is definitely bleak. Yes, these are your classmates, my disbelieving peers, These, who to a stranger, might register as queers. Thteytve fulfilled the promise of their characters-to-be, And theytre still the same characters they were in grade three. And so to the future-my predictions are these: That after years of hard work, growing pains, and no ease Have furnished a thin veneer of propriety, And provided a countenance of respectable sobriety, You'll still recognize under these superficial graces The little-changed looks on your old classmatest faces. YOU WERE SAYINC? DEDICATION It is with deep regard that the 78th grad- uating class of West Pittston High School dedicates this issue of the Caravan to Mr. E1- mer Armstrong, a member of our high school maintenance staff. Mr. Armstrong is a graduate of West Pittston High School where he was a member of the football team and captain of the track team. He was also Luzerne County Tennis MR- ELMER ARMSTRONG Doubles Champion. He entered the Navy in 1943 and served in the medical corps. His maintenance duties began when he helped his father, whose position he later filled, in caring for the stadium. These duties in- creased until he now has full responsiblity for its upkeep. Mr. Armstrong has displayed his personal interest in our school in many ways. One of these is shown in the free giving of his time and services to help in the running of our Youth Center on Saturday night. The 1956 issue of the Caravan is dedicated to Mr. Armstrong as a visible display of our gratitude. ADMINISTRATION The administration congratulates the Class of '56 upon being the 78th class to graduate from W. P., H. S. During the course of years, many interesting insights into the lives of individuals become apparent. It is very satisfying to see young people grow and develop into men and women;good citizens in a democractic com- munity. When such metamorphosis is witnessed, then we may consider the task satisfactorily complete and a tiwell done may be bestowed. This book records the present, and therein lies a certain amount of its value. However, like all things of worth, the value of this yearbook will increase as time goes on. The memories recorded herein will be fondly recalled as these leaves are turned in years to come. Success to the members of the Class of ,56 in all fu- ture undertakings as individuals as well as a group. MR. ANDREW W. LEWIS MR. R. CHESTER WILLIAMS MR. JAMES T. AYRE CHOOL DIRECTORS Ernest W. Fisher, President Frank R. Cree, Vice President Jarrett W. Jennings, Secretary Steryl L. Serfoss, Treasurer John W. Hughes Cliiford C. Melberger Robert M. Vanderburg Luzerne Avenue School 6 West Pittston High School SENIOR HIGH FACULTY ANDREW J. BALTZ Bachelor of Aeronautical Engineering Mathematics and Scienca Polytechnic Institute of Brooklyn ANNA F. BARNES Ui'nglism Bloomsburg State Teachers College MARGARET M. CLELLAND .-, .. Mccounting and Stenographm Susquehanna University Bucknell University ESTHER L. CURTIS B.S., B.C.S., M.S. $horthand and Typewritinm Bloomsburg State Teachers College Rxder College Bucknell University MIRIAM B. HARRIS Wublic Speaking and Spanism Bucknell University JOHN T. JONES Rs. in Education H istory, Science, and M athematz'cQ Wilkes College MYRA B. KUSCHEL . ., . . English Syracqse University Pennsylvama State University NORINE HA MacGUFFIE English, Public Speaking, and Historw Pennsylvania State University SENIOR HIGH FACULTY S. LOUISE MARVIN R.N B.S. School N urse Home Nursinm Wyoming Valley Hospital Columbia University WILLIS T. NETTER B. ., A.M. MusiQ West Chester State Teachers College New York University HILDA B. POXON A.B. watin and Englism Syracuse University LEVlgIS A. SHOOK . ., . d. Gcienvce and 'MathematicQ ,East YStroudsburg State Teachers College Pennsylvania State University MARGUERITE L. STEELE $ocial Science$ George Washington University EVAN O. THOMAS B.S. in Education 6061M Sciencew Wilkes College MRS. MARGARET D. WILLIAMS wlerlw JOYCE E. BROWN Ur. Clerlo MRS. JEAN WRIGLEY muendance Oficer JUNIOR HIGH FACULTY WILLIAM T. BROWN 0470 Kutztown State Teachers College GERARD P. CAVAN A.B., A.M. M athematicw Bucknell University Wilkes College ESTHER L. CLARKE B.S., M.Ed. $001M Studies and English ansfield State Teachers College Pennsylvania State University CATHRAN J. FEAR Musz'c, H istory, English, and M athematicw Ithaca College BERTINE' E. GATES . ., . . Home Economicw Cedar Crest College Pennsylvania State University MARJORIE GREEN English dnd M athematicw Wilkes College CLAIRE W; HINE Wublic Speaking and Englivsm West Chester State Teachers College PHYLLIS LANGFORD BS. in Education mnglish and Readinw Pennsylvania State University E ' JUNIOR HIGH FACULTY ROBERT T. O'CONNELL J. RICHARD SHAFER B.S., M d. A.B. Undustrial ATM $ocial StudieQ Millersville State Teachers College Wilkes C ollege Bucknell University ELWOOD E. SWINGLE B. M.Ed. '1 ANNA M. PETERSON A.B. Mngh'sh an d General Lan g u a g 0 Whysical Education and Science Hoo d C on age East Stroudsburg State Teache . ollege Pennsylvama State University DOROTHY M. TREIBLE R.N., B.S., M.S. WhysicalE'ducation and Geograph MARY RICHARDS A.B., B.S., L.S. Librarian Kings County School of Nursin East Stroudsburg State Teache College Bucknell University Guidance and Geographw Pennsylvania State University Marywood College DORIS WYLLIE B.S., M.S., D.Ed. $cience and Biologm HAROLD E. SEIPLE B.S. meagraphy, History, and M athematicw Pennsylvania State Universit Ursinus College Bucknell University '10 These familiar faces before you Will serve in the years to come To retouch some fading memories Of classrooms and work and good fun. Look long at them, they who have taught you, And when the school bells ring out each September, Think of those theytll lead now, as they led you ; Look back, When you,ve left, and remember. Miss Kuschel Miss Steele Jamal, 11 THE EDITORS Left to rightheidi Kern, Prudence Adams, Elaine Krieger. The 1956 issue of the Caravan is the result of the combined efforts of ten staffs, three editors, and the Yearbook Adviser, Mr. Brown. From November to April fifty-three people were usually to be found going to, sitting in, or returning from room 10 at any hour from 8 to 6:30. Although most of this activity seemed to be, at the time, fruitless, disorganized, and generally unnecessary, we trust that those who survived the ordeal will reap their just rewards from the sight of the finished product and from the lessons they have learned in the art of the wise expending of time, ingenuity, in- spiration, and temper when all four were sadly lacking. At upper right, left to right: Adeline Cesari, Nancy Huff tChiefi, Mary Spin- elli, Edna Barnhart, Betty Stead. At right: Seated- Concetta Cordora. Standing - Roberta Hartman, Connie Emigh tChieD, Joan Donnora. Mr. Cavan tFaculty Business Manageri 12 Mr. Brown tAdviseri TYPI STS PROOF READERS These familiar faces before you Will serve in the years to come To retouch some fading memories Of classrooms and work and good fun. Look long at them, they Who have taught you, And when the school bells ring out each September, Think of those they,11 lead now, as they led you ; Look back, when youeve left, and remember. Miss Kuschel Miss Steele JWV Mr. Brown tAdviseri THE EDITORS Left to right-Heidi Kern, Prudence Adams, Elaine Krieger. The 1956 issue of the Caravan is the result of the combined efforts of ten staffs, three editors, and the Yearbook Adviser, Mr. Brown. From November to April fifty-three people were usually to be found going to, sitting in, or returning from room 10 at any hour from 8 to 6:30. Although most of this activity seemed to be, at the time, fruitless, disorganized, and generally unnecessary, we trust that those who survived the ordeal will reap their just rewards from the sight of the finished product and from the lessons they have learned in the art of the wise expending of time, ingenuity, in- spiration, and temper when all four were sadly lacking. P'STS At upper right, left to right: Adeline Cesari, Nancy Huff tChieD, Mary Spin- elli, Edna Barnhart, Betty Stead. At right: Seatede Concetta Cordora. Standing - Roberta. Hartman, Connie Emigh tChieD, Joan Donnora. i Mr. Cavan tFacuity Business Manageri PROOF READERS 12 NW usxmmr BIOGRAPHY STAFF ISM Suskw SPORTS STAFF FEATURE STAFF ACTIVITI ES STAFF At left: Seated-Mari- anne Connell, Edna Lev- andoski whieb, Carolyn Howells. Standing Glenn Jones, Marilyn Williams, Larry Dy- mond, Jayne Alexander, Douglas Avery, Aurelia Menichini. Alright: Seated-John Mulhall whieO, Chris- tine Winslow mus. Mng. Standing Steven Salvaggio, Richard Hav- ard, Robert Bierly, San- dra Sykes. BUSINESS STAFF At left: Seated-Rob- ert Clarke. Standing Merle Bainbridge, Don- ald Grodis, Robert Hughes. Atright: Seated-Shir- ley Metz mhieD. Stand- ing-Dolores Panzitta, Norma Gregori, Helen Mikoliczyk, Christine Brunacci. ART STAFF At left: Seated-Caro- lyn Howells. Standing Richard Rossi, Thomas' Nuzzalo. At right: Seated Bet- tie Ann Rogers whien. Standing Nancy Da- vies, Gordon Williams, Norman Morse. LAYOUT STAFF At left: Seated Betsy Mirro. Standing-Jean Felice, Jane Lewis, Kath- ryn Kizis. At right: William Cas- tellani, Joseph Nardone. PHOTOGRAPHERS 13 CUSTODIANS WARREN STOCKER The death of Mr. Warren Champ Stacker, on November 16, 1955, brought sorrow to us all. He was born January 28, 1895 in Pittston and served in World War I. In 1948 he came to West Pittston High School where, besides his duties as a janitor, he became a supporter of our various teams. He will be fondly remembered by everyone. azummh Top to bottom: Left-Joseph Mac McGarry, James Jim Simonson, Truman Stark. Right5Elmer Beanie Armstrong, Charles 11Charlie Kirby, Mrs. Emma Smith, Miss Nellie Reid, Mrs. Esther Carey. 14 BRAIN Ssh-softly tread this is our Brain Who is plunged in study deep. Through dusty tomes he burrows, while Unconcerned we sleep. SENIORS First Row2David Alberigi, Vice-president, Merle Bainbridge, President. Richard Rossi, Secretary, Elaine Krieger, Treas- urer. Second Row- PRUDENCE JANE ADAMS PRUDY Commercial Miss Poxon Glee Club 2, 3; Art Club 1; Yearbook 3 1Co-editorh Magazine Drive 1, 2, 3 ;Bus. Mgm; Intramural Basketball 1, 2; Chapel Program 2, 3; P. T. A. Pro- gram 2; Usherette 2; Homeroom 03icer 2, 3; Dance Decorations 2. Smallest lass in the Senior class. . .busy, blue-eyed blonde . . .likes dancing and pop music . . .wishes seven a.m. wouldn1t come so early. . .sweet in voice . . .wears a certain Senior's football pin. . .future secretary. JOHN JOSEPH ALAIMO College Prep. M r. Shook Marching Band 3; Mixed Chorus 8; Glee Club 3; Art Club 1; Track 1; Usher 2; Typing Club 3. Friendly. . .music enthusiast . . .Liberace. . .Harris,s Res- taurant. . .willing. . .encourages parties. . .Youth Center. . talkative. . .movie fan. . .classy dresser. . .deep voice. . .comlc . . .future musician. DAVID LOIIIDIS ALBERIGI It 0G,, General M r. J ones Football 1, 2, 3; Intramural Basket- ball 1, 2, 3; Flag Carrier 2, 3; Usher 1; Class omcer 2 ;SecJ, 3 1Vice-presJ; Homeroom Officer 3. All scholastic guard. . .drives a black and cream Ford. . .has a Tony Curtis haircut. . .likes to play golf. . .number 61 on the football team. . .very inter- ested in sports. . . partial to turtle-neck sweaters. . . plans to attend college. JAYNE LYRA ALEXANDER College Prep. - Miss Poxon Glee Club 2, 3; F. T. A. 3; Art: Club 1; Yearbook 3; Chapel Program 3; P. T. A. Program 2; Typing Club 3. That LAUGHL . .loathes bugs and mathematics. . .spe- cial interest in Forty Fort. .. vivacious. . .likes pizza. . .al- ways happy. . .sparkling brown eyes. . .avid Youth Cents; sup- orter. . .friendly. .attends all est Pittston sport events. . . future plans include college. 17 SENIOR MOTTO-inveniemus viam aut faciemus. We shall find a way or we shall make one. CLASS COLORS-Royal blue and silver CLASS FLOWER3-Yelilow rose RUTH ANN ASH Ruthie General M iss Clelland Majorette 2, 3; Magazine Drive 3; Intramural Basketball 1 ;Mgr.;, 2, 3; Usherette 2; Dance Decorations 2. A prize-winning pie baker! ...friendly, blue-eyed blonde . . .sports enthusiast. . .dislikes cutting out patterns. . .fun to be with. . .always laughing. . . would-be jitterbuggers could take lessons from Ruthie-shds topsL . .future beautician. DOUGLAS ANDREW gVERX College Prep. M r. Shook Art Club 1; Yearbook 3; Chapel Program 3; Flag Carrier 1, 3; Typing Club 3. Capable, dependable, ingen- ious. . .hails from Falls. . .hob- bies include model trains, pho- tography, and skating. . .likes holidays and vacations. . .brings laughter to the C. P. class. .. light green convertible. . .cour- teous, friendly, seldom late. . . plans to attend college. MERLE DONALD BAINBRIDGE l3 0 College Prep. M r. Shook F. T. A. 3; Yearbook 8; Basketball 1, 2, 3; Football 1, 2, 3 3Cath; Track 1, 2; Chapel Pro ram 1, 2, 3; Flag Car- rie; 1, 2, 3; Us er 2; Class Officer 2 chepresJ, 3 Greso; Homeroom Of- ficer 1, 3. Football captain. . .imagin- atlve. . .mterested in a cheer- leader. . . pqrsonality plus. . .fu- ture executlve. . .fair. . .popular . . . good lookmg. . .alI-around athlete. . .energetic. . .modest .bored by long lectures. .. llkely to succeed. ' EDNA E. BARNHART Commercial M iss Clelland Glee Club 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 3; Organ Club 2, 3; Yearbook 3; Maga- zine Drive 1, 2, 3; Basketball 1, 2, 3; Homeroom Officer 2, 3; Usherette 2. . Early bird. . . always smil- lng . . .eager to help. . .good worker. . .quiet, but friendly. . . likes books, horses, and Spanish rlce. . .piano player. . .record collector. . .tall brunette. . .big brown eyes. . .future secretary, SENIORS DAVID S. BARTLETT Sunshine College Prep. M r. J ones Track 1, 3; Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3; Gym Team 2; Usher 1. Quiet, but humorous. . .good square dancer. . .enjoys fishing and hunting. . .Chevy coupe. . . blonde crew cut. . .daydreamer . . .Colorado'. . .likes pool. . . spotlight. . .tall. . .fair complex- ioned. . .fun to be with. DANIEL BELL Danny General M r. J ones Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3; Home- room Officer 3. Likes to work with cars. .. can always be found at Harris1 . . .drives a light blue convert- ible. . .future auto racer. . .ice skating and hunting are two of his hobbies. . .commuter from Harding. . .a tall and lanky lad. ROBERT NELSON BIERLY IIBObYY College Prep. M r. J ones Band 1, 2, 3; Glee Club , 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 3; Yearbook ; Foot- ball 1, 2, 3; Track 2, 3; Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3; Chapel Program 1, 2, 3; Homeroom Officer 1, 2. A real brain!. . .Jane. 4 .plays the comet. . .number 292 on the football team. . .throws the discus. . .faithful clubhouse member. . .likes to make up nicknames. . .excels in math and science. . .future civil en- gineer. CHRISTINE ANN BRUNACCI College Prep. Miss Clelland Majorette 1, 2, 3; Art Club 1; Typing Club 3; Yearbook 3; Intramural Bas- ketball l, 2; Homeroom omcer 1. Snappy stepper, terrific twirl- er. , .friendly. . .a soft voice. .. on time all the time. . .always watches for a certain red Ford . ; .enjoys barbecues at Thom- as,s. . ,artistic ability. . .wavy black hair. . .future art teacher. WILLIAM FRANCIS CASTELLANI 3lcastyhi College Prep. M r. Jones Glee Club 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 3; Yearbook 3; Magazine Drive 1; Intra- mural Basketball 1, 2, 3; Chapel Pro- gram 3; Flag Carrier 2; Homeroom omcer 2; Dispatch Reporter 3. Likes to clown. . .shiny black Dodge. . .famed photographer . . Wtink, ting . . .English grammer??. . .hotrod. . .avid fight fan. . .pizza. 18 ADELINA 0. CESARI Addie3 Commercial M iss Clelland ,Yearbook Staff 3; Magazine Drive 1, 2, 3; Usherette 2. Sense of humor. . .future sec- retary. . .enjoys dancing. . .a speedy speaker. . .likes to read . . .a television fan. . .dislikes design typing. . .tall. . .dark hair. . .travels to Bethlehem and Michigan. , .looks forward to checking at Youth Center. BLAINE LAWRENCE CHRISTIAN 'Tish General M r. J ones Band 2; Dance Decorations 2. Witty. . .busy. . . Jasabelle ...a lad .who likes a joke or pun. . .enjoys fishing, sports, and model railroads. .-.active member of the Naval Reserve ...sense of humor is supreme ...will be a future auto me- chanic. SAMUEL ANTHONY CIPOLLA u n College Prep. M r. Shook Yearbook 3; Student Council 1, 2, 3 3V1ce-pres. 21; mus. Mgr. 2, 3;; Foot- ball 1, 2, 3; Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3; Chapel Program 2, 3; P. T. A. Program 2; Flag Carrier 1, 3; Usher 2; Homeroom Officer 1, 2, 3; Dance Dec- oratlons 2. A tireless talker. . .well in- formed: . enjoys debating. . . Perenmal .ping-pong player. . . xkes partles. . .Santa Claus. . . plays football. . .employed at Phillip1s. . .energetic. . .husky stature. . .active in class activ- ities. . .good leader. ROBERT JAMES CLARKE Chick College Prep. M r. Shook Band 1, 2, 3; Marching Band 1, 2; Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 3; Art'Club 1, 2; Yearbook 3; Basketball 1, 2, 1;; Track 1, 2, 3; P. T. A. Program . Girl-shy; . .outdoorsman. . . smgs tenor. . .neat dresser. . . red crew cut. . .Irish temper. . . artistic. . .music. . .blushes. . . built for basketball, . .T. V. fan . . .gray Dodge. . .fine person- ality. MARIANNE GERTRUDE CONNELL College Prep. M iss Clelland Glee Club 3; Yearbook 3; Student Council 3; Flag Carrier 3; Usherette 2; Homeroom Officer 3; Typing Club 3. Peppy and full of fun. . . president of the Senior Snick- ers Society . . .always 2buzzin1 around . . especial love for cocker-spaniel pups. . .pastime eparties. . .a sparkling addi- tion to our Senior Class. . .fu- ture nurse. SENIORS CONCETTA ANN CORDORA hetaii College Prep. M iss Poxon Glee Club 2, 3; Organ Club 3; F. T. A. 3; Art Club 1; Yearbook 3; Maga- zine Drive 3; Student Council 2; Intra- mural Basketball 1 ngrJ, 2, 3; Gym Team 1, 2, 3; P. T. A. Program 1; Flag Carrier 1; Usherette ,1; Home- room Omcer 3; Dance Decorations 2; Typing Club 3. Patch of blonde. . .possessor of a rare laugh. . .bubbly per- sonality. . .notice those blue glass frames. . 1drives CD a blue Dodge. . .jumpy jitterbugger .a petite piano player. . .fu- ture teacher. NANCY ELEANOR DAVIES eNanc College Prep. M188 Clelland Glee Club 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 3; Organ Club 1, 2, 3; Typing Club 3; Yearbook 3; Cheerleader 2, 8; Intra- mural Basketball 1, 2, 3; ChaFel Pro- gram 3; P. T. A. Program 2; F 33 Car- rier 2, 3; Usherette 2. Girl of the soft voice and quiet manner. . .attracted to red and Forty Fort. . .the Har- mony girl-singing and piano .translates Spanish muy bien . . .expressive eyes. chatty. . .future nurse. MARY ELIZABETH DeLUCCA College Prep. M iss Poxon Glee Club 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 3; Intramural Basketball 3; Chapel Pro- gram 2, 3; P. T. A. Program 2; Typing Club 3. Neat. . .fashionable. . .accu- rate forward. . . Wrigleyis i gum. . .avoids arguments and noise. . .amorous. . .record fan . .happy-go-lucky. . .partial to a certain red and white Chevy. JOAN RITA DONNORA Joanie Commercial M iss Poxon Art Club 1; Yearbook 3; Magazine Drive 1, 2, 3; IIntramural Basketball 3. Quiet humor. .takes pride in work well done.. .western music 5 her delight. . .neat and trim. . 1a becoming blush. . .fu- ture in the secretarial field. .. a good pattern for Barbara. LAWRENCE ROBERT DYMOND Larry General M r. J ones Yearbook 3; Track 1; Flag Carrier 2, Ush er2 A ti -top tractor o erator. . . full 0 mischief. .aways gay .commutes from Harding every day. .future farmer likes all animals. . .a happy-gOP lucky General...his hobby is hunting. 1 19 NANCY ANN eEDWARDS Commercial M188 Clelland Glee Club 2, 3; Magazine Drive 2 3; Student Council 1, 2; Intramural Basketball 1, 2; P. T. A. Program 1; Flag Carrier 2, 3; Usherette 2; Home- room Officer 1, 2; Dance Decoration: 2. Excellent bookkee er. . blondie. . .works at t e soda fountain in Kresge's. . .likes dancing, movies, and all sports .good cook...futu1'e secre- tary. CONNIE LOU EMIGH College Prep. M138 Clelland Band 1, 2, 3; Marching Band 1, 2, 3: Glee Club 2, 3; Organ lub 2, 3; F. A. 3; Yearbook 3; Intramural Basket- ball 1, 3; Chapel Program 2, 3; P. T. A. Program 1, 2, 3; Typing Club 3. Visits Florida every summer .has a special interest in the Armed Services. . .attends Y. M. C. A. dances. . .plays first alto horn. . .likes parties and skating. . .active in sports. . . blue-eyed blonde . .excellent student. .has several pen pals .will attend Juniata College. SALLY ANN ESHELMAN Commercial Miss Poxon Glee Club 2, 3; Magazine Drive 1, 2, 3; Intramural Basketball 1,2,3; UsheretteZ. Typical teenager. . .vivacious .black-watch boy coat. . .en- joys dances at St. Johnis and the Y . n.0table giggle. . . Feln pal to servicemen. .cheer- eats her barbecues at Kay'su .roller skates at Pops .future secretary. EUGENIA E. FELICE N n!! College Prep. M iss Poxon Glee Club 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 8; F. A. 3; Yearbook 3; Cheerleader 2 lCo-capt. 5. 3; Intramural Basketball 1, 3; ChapelProgramZ, 3; Flag Carrier 2, 3; Homeroom Officer 1 With a song in her heart. . . high soprano. . .progressive i- ano player. . .tricky cheerlea er .happy-go-lucky. . . Jean 8: Johnny . . .sparkling brown eyes. . .tea and crackers. . . drives new Buicks. . . Oh Mom, will you iinish this so I wonit be late? . . .future music teacher. STERLING BRUCE FISKE College Prep. M r Shook Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3; Gym Team 1, 2, 3 A jolly and good-natured lad .cars and motors are his hobbies. usually laughing or talking. .energetic worker.. stars in acrobatic work. .. brings laughter to the C. P. class. .well liked by all. ..all aglow with zest. SENIORS NANCY ANN FUSCO College Prep. M iss Clelland Glee Club 2, 3; F. T. A. 3; Intra- mural Basketbali 3 iScorekeeperi: Chapel Program 2, 3; P. T. A. Program 2, 3; Typing Club 3. Such shining black hair!.. has several pen pals .an Eddie Fisher fan. c.011ects recordsH likes to skate. . .future medical secretary. . .a regular movie- goer. . .always happy. . .good sense of humor. NORMA .ZEAN ,QREGORI College Prep. M iss Clelland Glee Club 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 3; Art Club 1; Yearbook 3; Intramural Basketball 1,2, 3; Chapel Program 2, 3; P. T. A. Program 2; Flag Carrier 1, Usherette 2;Da11ce Decorations 2, T ypmg Club 3. Oh! that laugh. . .fabulous collection of shoes. . .party-goer .flair for designing clothes. . . e11joys baby-sittingu .artist full of fun..dis1ikes waiting. very good dancer. . such energy!. future 1n fashion de- signing. DONALD ANTHONY GRODIS King-Size General M r. Shook Band 1, 2, 3; Marching Band 1, 2, 3; Yearbook 3; Basketball 1, 2, 3; Track 2. Harry James. . .good skater . .freckles. . .excels in basket- ball. . .enjoys golfing. . .track- man. . 1future music teacher. . . energetic . .likable. . .cabinet worker. . .loves music. ROBERTA ANN HARTMAN Bobbieii College Prep. Miss Poxon F. T. A. 2, 3 iParliamentariani; Art Club 1; Yearbook 3; Intramural Bas- ketballl, 2; UsheretteZ; Typing Club3. Friendly..1has a smile for everyone. . .sincere personality .steadfast. likes dogs. . enjoys sewing and beadwork ..expert worker with children .doesn t care for cats neat of dress c.lashing colors annoy her. . .doinestic. 1 .future teacher. RICHARD LEROY HAVARD Goober College Prep. M r. Jones Yearbook 3; Football 2, 3;2 Track 2, 3; Intramural Basketball ,1, 3;Flag Carrier 3. A typical countr lad...e11- joys fishing in anada...a husky hunter. . ,hurls a mean discus. . .the owner of a green Plymouth and a one-eyed coon dog. . .resides in Lacyville. . . sports a brown crew cut. . . college bound. 20 ARTHUR JOHN HEAL llPete'l General M r. J ones Band 1, 2; Marching Band 2; Dance Decorations 2. Dig that crew cut!. . .enjoys working with wood...1ikes to make tape recordings. . .drives for Balcomb's1.1forms of pro- pulsion3cars and roller skates . .sleepy paper boy. . .plans a future in auto mechanics. CAROLYN RUTH HOWELLS College Prep. M iss Poxon Glee Club2, 3: Majorette2, 3; Year- book 3; Student Council 1; Intramural Basketball 1, 3 1Mng; Chapel Pro- gram 2, 3; Homeroom Officer 2; Typing Club A snappy strutter. .looks forward to vacations at Wright- er s Lake.. .a fan of Bob Wag- ner and Tab Hunter. . .who's B. J. ? .likes reading, watching T V, and eating pizza. .a blonde, green-eyed Dutch doll .will be an asset to Wilkes College. ROBERT REUBEN EgGHIgS College Prep. M r. Shook Magazine Drive 2, ;Baaketball 1 ngr.1,2, 3; Track 1, 2, 3; Intramural Basketball 1, 31Mng; Chapel Pro- gram 3; Ushe1'2 Sports enthusiast .crew cut .sharp dresser. .long. winded . :Thespian. . .excels in pool and ping-pong. .,.set shot... clown. . .happy-go-lucky. . . homework dodger. . .dislikes concerts and lectures. . .future sports announcer. NANCY MAE HUFF ilNan!! Commrcial M iss Poxon Glee Club 2, 3; Yearbook 3; Maga- zine Drive 1, 2, 3; Intramural Basket- ball 1, 2, 3; Gym Team 1; Chapel Pro- gram 3; P. T. A. Program 2; Flag Car- rier 1, 2, 3; Usherette l, 2. Petite; Commercial. . .exuber- ant. . .v1vac10us. . .not very tall a. cheerful person. .brings laughter to the Commercial clas.s. excellent typistu .very soc1able 1n sphool. . .likes read- 1ng, sw1mm1ng, typing. . .a fu- ture secretary. GLENN EVERET JONES , J onesie College Prep. M 1'. Jones Band 1, 2, 3; Marching Band 1, 2, 3; Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 3; Art Jlub 1; Yearbook 3; Track 1; Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 8; Chapel Program 1, 2, 3; P. T. A. Program 1, Great lover of music. changeable.. .ping-pong chal- lenggru co-operative.. .second Lotus Armstrong.. substitute band leader. . . Choi'aliers . . . future Public Accountant. .. plays pool and golf. SENIORS HEIDI MAY KERN College Prep. M iss Clelland Band 1, 2, 3; Marching Band 1, 2. 3; Glee Club 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 3; Yearbook 3 1Co-editor1; Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3; Chapel Program 3; Flag Carrier 2, 3; Homeroom Officer 1; P. T. A. Program 1, 2, 3; Typing Club 3. Want the latest news, go to Heidil. . .works at Grablick1s . . .plays saxophone. . .reporter for the Dispatch. . .very active ...excellent student, but dis- likes homework. . ,likes music and reading. . .brown-eyed blonde. . .future plans include college. CLAYTON LEROY KINSEY Lester General M r. J ones Football 1, 2; Track 1, 2, 3 1Mng; Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3; Gym gazing 1; Usher 1, 2; Homeroom Of- cer . Enjoys mechanical work. .. dons the Navy blue. . .always gay. . .active in Church League basketball. . .full of pep. . . proud owner of a black Ford. KATHRYN I12GNES KIZIS 3i izli College Prep. M iss Clelland Glee Club 2, 3; F. TxA. 3; Yearbook 3; Student Council 3; Cheerleader 2, 3; Intramural Basketball 1, 3Mgr. 2, 31; Chapel Program 3; P. T. A. Pro- gram 1; Usherette 2; Homeroom Of- ficer 1; Typing Club 3. Always happy. . .vivacious . . . Honey . . .admires Bob Wagner and Tab Hunter. .. Smokey. . .loves Italian food . . .active in sports. . .drives a red convertible. . .strawberry blonde, but hates red hair. .. plans a teaching career. ELAINE LINDA KRIEGER Commercial M iss Clelland Glee Club 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 3; F. T. A. 2, 3 3PresJ; Yearbook 3 1Co-edi- tom Magazine Drive 1, 2, 3 3Bus. M3111; Intramural Basketball 1 ;Mgr.1, 2, 3; Chapel Program 3; Forensic League Contest 2 1Poetry1; Flag Car- rier 1, 2; Class Officer 2, 3 3TreasJ; Homeroom Officer 1, 2, 3; Dance Dec- orations 2. Intellectual conversationalist , . .interested in dramatics. . . likes music and French. . .well- poised speaker. . .competent leader. . .strong personality. . . copious vocabulary. . .such a chic hair style. . .model. . . Jennie? . .spent June week at West Point. . .future teacher. GERALD LANGHORNE JBrry General M r. Shook A blonde, brown-eyed twin . . .friendIy. . .enjoys horseback riding at Star Acres. . .likes all kinds of food. . ,scholastically inclined. 21 J UDITH ANN LaNUNZIATA Judy College Prep. M 133 Poxon Glee Club 2, 3; F. T. A. 3; Library Club 1, 2, 3; Art Club 1; Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3; Gym Team 1, 2, 3; Chapel Program 2, 3; P. T. A. Program 2; Usherette 2; Typing Club 3. Argumentive. ..full of vigor . . .very friendly. . .always will- ing to help. . .future gym teach- er. . .enjoys dancing. . .excels on the basketball court. . .dis- likes speeches. . .artistic. . .likes music and shopping. . .a so- prano in the Glee Club. EDNA JEAN LEVANDOSKI College Prep. M iss Poxon Glee Club 2, 3; F. T. A. 3; Library Club 1, 2, 3; Art Club 1; Radio Club 2; Yearbook 3; Intramural Basketball 1. 2, 3; Gym Team 1, 2, 3; P. T. A. Pro- gram 1; Forensic League Contest 2; gag, 3Clarriet 3; Usherette 2; Typing u . Dependable. . .detests wait- ing. . .future nurse. . .industri- ous. . .likes boys, food, clothes, and books. . .blue-eyed blonde . . .very active in school ac- tivities. . .the rings aye her specialty. . .freckles. .enjoys hillbilly music J ANE KATHERINE LEWIS College Prep. M 1833 Poxon Mixed Chorus 3; Glee Club 2, 3; Mayorette 2 1Co-cath, 3 wath; Yearbook 3; Magazine Drive 2; Intra- mural Basketball 1, 2, 3; P. T. A. Pro- gram 2; Chapel Program 3; Flag Cab rier 1, 2, 3; Usherette 2; Homeroom Officer 3; Typing Club 3. Such a tiny waistL . .Bobby . . .very neat. . .blue-eyed blonde. . .enjoys dancing and swimming. . .whds B. J.?. . . tall and stately. . .a very good driver; . .how does she keep her hair so neat? DALE WALLACE MATTHEWS 2Matty General M r. Shook Basketball 1, 2; Track 1, 2, 3; Intra- mural Basketball 1 1Mng, 3; Flag Carrier 2; P. T. A. Program 3; Gym Team 3. HORSESL . .blushes easily . . .that bldnde wave!. . .drives a light convertible. . .prospec- tive BeHT Telephone employee . . .likes cars and sports. . .can be found at Nardone1s. . .al- ways happy. . .what crassy cow- boy bootsL . .HORSES! AURELIA MARIA MENICHINI College Prep. M iss Poxon Glee Club 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 3; Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3; Chapel Program 2, 3; Homeroom Officer 2; Dance Decorations 2; Typing Club 3; Yearbook 3. ; Extraordmary seamstress. . . special interest in Lehigh... likes to read.. .gray sideliner coat..1math 1s a mystery to her. . .always smiling. . .very friendly. . .blue-gyed brunette . . .always chewmg Beech-Nut . . .iuture nurse. SENIORS. SHIRLEY CAROL METZ Shirl College Prep. Miss Clelland Glee Club 2, 3; F. T. A. 3; Art Club 1; Typing Club 3; Yearbook 3; Intra- mural Basketball 1, 2, 3; Chapel Pro- gram 1, 3; P. T. A. Program 1, 2, 3: Flag Carrier 3; Usherette 2; Dance Decorations 2. Always on time. . .talents lean toward art. . .Pgt Boone fan. . .Donnie. . .big, blg, brown eyes. . .admires the M11waukee Braves. . .favorite song 13 uMel- ody of Love . . .peppy. . .hkes popular music. . .artlst of the future. HELEN ANN MIKOLICZYK Mickey3 College Prep. M iss Clelland Art Club 1; Yearbook 3; Cheerleader 2, 3; Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3; Gym Team 1, 2, 3; P. T. A. Program 1; Flag Carrier 1, 2, 3; Usherette 2; Typing Club 3. A future physical education teacher. . .noted for her acro- batics. . .a devoted 4H member . . .scholastically, she1s very high. . .energetic cheerleader: . . likes popular music and dancmg . . .cutest truck driver we know. ROBERT LOUIS MILKMAN thilkyl, College Prep. M r. Jones Band 1,2, 3; Marching Band 1, 2; F. T. A. 3; Yearbook 3; Magazine Drive 3. The statesman of our Senior Class...we11 informed 011 cur- rent affairs. . .a globe trotter ...Walter Winchell of Junior Nite. . .favorite subject is P. 0. D.. . .plays comet. . .a forceful public speaker. . .plans to at- tend college. MARY ELIZABETH MIRRO tlBetSyii . College Prep. M 188 Clelland Glee Club 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 3; F. T. A. 3; Yearbook 3; Magazine Drive 2; Cheerleader 2, 3; Intramural Bas- ketball 1, 2, 3; Gym Team 1, 2, 3; Chap- el Program 2, 3; P. T. A. Program 1, 2; Flag Carrier 1, 2, 3; Usherette 1; Home room Officer 1, 2, 3; Typing Club 3. Boundless energy. . .ehjgys camping and horseback 1:1d1ng . . .likes to play plano. . .13 ac- tive in Glrl Scoutls. . .Onawanda. . . .Chnstmased 1n Bermuda. . . consistent gym team member . . .collects stugfed animgls. . , gives lively pajama part1es.. . headed for college. VINCENT ALEXANDER MIRRO Gunner Commercial M r. J ones Magazine Drive 3; Intramural Bu- ketball 1, 2, 3. Tall, dark, and quiet. . .sin- cere. . .a. sharp-shooter. . .ad- venturous hunter. . .a true and loyal pal. . .calm, cool, and col- lected. . .future golf pro. . .box- ing enthusiast. . .good iisher- man. . .paints signs. :22 MONA RUTH MORGAN Commercial M iss Poxon Glee Club 2, 3; Magazine Drive 1, 2, 3; Intramural Basketball 1, 3; Usher- ette 2; Art Club 1. Promising secretary. . .cheery smile. . .collector of pretty jew- elry. . .Balcomb1s Flower Shop . . .waits for the mailman anx- iously. . .likes reading, televi- sion, music, and food. . .doesn't care for cats. NORMAN CHARLES MORSE 3Butch Commercial M r. Shook Intramural Basketball 3; Yearbook 3; Magazine Drive 1, 2, 3. First rate Scout. . .friendly to all. . .an excellent swimmer . . .accurate typist. . .adventur- ous. . .composed. . .tip-top bookkeeper. . .likes younger classmen. . .hails from Harding . . .favors any kind of sports . . .busy with his boats all sum- mer. . .future in accounting. JOHN THOMAS MULHALL 3Johnny College Prep. M r. Jones Glee Club 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 3; F. T. A. 2, 3; Art Club 1; Yearbook 3; Student Council 2 tTrean, 3 tPresJ; Basketball 1, 2, 3; Track 1, 2, 3; Intra- mural Basketball 2. 3 Giefereen Chap- el Prpgram 3; P. T. A. Program 3; Flag Garner 1. 2, 3; Usher 1, 2; Class Officer E: 102-435.; ; Dance Decorations 2; Typing u . A busier lad you3ve never seen. . .excels in leadership. . . aydent sports fan. . Lenjoys pmg-pong and painting. . .a tall and lanky lad. . .Iikes books . . .has but one favorite girl. . . dislikes unconstructive critics and rococo speech. . .future ac- countant. JOSEPH CARL NARDONE Hotdog College Prep. M r. Shook Art Club 1; Yearbook 3; Basketball 1, 2, 3; Football 1, 2, 3; Intramural Basketball 2 tMng; Gym Team 2, 3; Flag Carrier 1; Homeroom Omoer l, 2, 3; Dance Decorations 2. His favorite restaurant is Nardone's. . .real cool crew cut . . .a classy dresser. . .member of the Wolf Pack. . .number 59 on the football team. .. very good dancer. . .crazy about homemade fudge. . . plans to attend college. THOMAS JOSEPH NUZZALO llNqu! Commercial M r. Shook Yearbook 3; Magazine Drive 1, 2, 3; Student Council 1; Football 2; Intra- mural Basketball 1, 2, 3; Chapel Pro- gram 3; Flag Carrier 3; Homeroom Officer 1. 2, 3; Dance Decorations 2. Whiz at golf . . .popular with all girls. . .rayenous appetite. .. an accompllshed swimmer. .. go-getter. . .always gay. . .too energetlc to relax. . :has a smile for everyone. . .av1d hunting fan. . .short and peppy. SENIORS DOLORES ANN PANZITTA llDee!! College Prep. M iss Poxon F. T. A. 2, 3 iHistoriani; Art Club 1; Yearbook 3; Student Council 2, 3 iSecJ; Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3; Chapel Program 3; Usherette 1, 2; Homeroom Officer 1; Typing Club 3. Jovial and friendly. . .an able artist. .blushes easily. . .al- ways late.. .quite bright. . . admires the Cleveland Indians, but hates the Yankees. . . lunches at Pee Weeis. . .bakes during her spare time. . .future teacher. ANTHONY CHARLES PUBLIESE u n College Prep. M r. Shook' Art Club 1; Intramural Basketball 2, 3; Typing Club 3. Popular. . .car enthusiast. . . enjoys golf and swimming. .. blue Chevy? . .flat top. . . always smiling..on1y weak- ness3girls. .frequent party goer.. .shortn .winning ways .future dentist. BETTIE ANN ROGERS 15M m7! College Prep. M iss Poxon Glee Club 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 3; Organ Club 1,2,3; Yearbook3; Cheer- leader 2, 3 iCapt. 1; Chapel Program 2, 3; P. T. A. Program 1, 3: Flag Carrier 1512b: Dance Decorations 2; Typing 11 Remember that Senior Christmas playi. . .peppy and full of fun. . .likes western and popular music. . .is very good at harmonizing. . .captained the cheerleaders. . .beautiful smile .brown-eyed brunette. . .a very good public speaker. . . future nurse. RICHARD NORMAN ROSSI College Prep. M r. Shook Football Stat. 2, 3; Intramural Bas- ketball l, 2, 3; Chapel Program 8; Flag Carrier 2; Usher 2; Magazine Drive 2; Yearbook 3; Class Officer 3 iSecJ. A snappy dresser. . .resides in Harding, but LIVES in West Pittston, . .member of the Wolf Pack. . .pleasing personality. . . sports a half-inch crew cut. .. a persistent party goer. .con- tstantly chuckling. .avid sports an. STEPHEN THOMAS SALVAGGIO Jo-Jo General M r. Shook Band 1; Marching Band 1; Yearbook 3; Football 1, 2; Track 1, 2; Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3; Chapel Program 3. An expert accordionist. . .en- joys driving big cars.p1ans to attend college. .Very friendly gets lots of rest likes good food. .dandy dancer. dislikes homework .those brown eyes. CHARLES WARREN SANDS Skeeter General M r. Shook Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3; Gym Team 1, 2, 3; Usher 1, 2. An ardent hunter and fisher . . .hails from Harding. . .likes hillbilly music and combina- tions of pink and black. .. Tad ..dis1ikes cities and crowds. . .stars in acrobatics on the rings. . .plans for future include the U. S. Navy and structural drafting. GEORGEL JAMES SMITH J 1mmy College Prep. M r. J ones Football 3; Track 2, 3; Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3; Flag Carrier 2; Usher 2; Homeroom Officer 2. Likes tall girls, short girls, all girls. . .number 67 on the football team. . .enjoys and is active in sports. . .drives a black Kaiser. . .dislikes home- work and tests. . .runs the 440 .plans to attend college. GEORGE HENRY SOLOMON 338017! General M r. Shook Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3; Usher 1. A General lad, calm, cool, and collected. . .well-liked by all. . .likes sports, money, and girls. . .at work with cars, heis hard to surpass. . .spends some time shooting pool. . .plans to be an auto mechanic. MARX SP'IISELLI Commercial M iss Clelland Glee Club 2, 3; Yearbook 3; Maga- zine Drive 2, 3; Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3; Chapel Program 3; Usher 2. Calm orator. . .a winning per- sonality. . .music is her chief delight. . .studies with a tireless zeal. . .pleasant smile. . .ace in shorthand. . .types with ease .future secretary. ELIZABETH ANN STEAD llBettyli Commercial M iss Clelland Majorette 3; Yearbook 3; Magazine Drive 1, 2, 3; Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3; Chapel Program 3; Flag Car- rier 3; Usherette 2. Sparkling personality. . .life of the class...exce1s in gum chewing. .roller skating enthu- siast.1ikes driving. . .ready smile.. .gains friends easilyn asset to the girls basketball team. . .future airline hostess. SENIORS SANDRA JOANNE SYKES It ndy! College Prep. M iss Poxon Glee Club 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 3; Art Club 1; Yearbook 3; Intramural Bas- ketball 1, 2, 3; Cha I Program 3; P. T. A. Program 2; Eng Carrier 1, 2; Usherette 2; Typing Club 3. A perky blonde curly top. . . looks forward tq summers at Lake Aerial. . .enJoys jitterbug- ging at Pee Wee's. . .goes to lots of parties. . .likes dancing and reading. . .vivacious per- sonality. . .a Saturday morning sleepy head. . .future nurse. ROBERT LEONARD TAMBUR uBobbyn General M r. Shook Football 1, 2, 3; Track 1, 2, 3; Intra- mural Basketball 1, 2, 3; Usher 2; Homeroom Officer 2; Gym Team 1, 2, 3. An all-around fellow. . .de- mon on the football field. . .ac- robatic. . .first rate marksman . . .a husky hitch-hiker from Harding. . .popular with all the girls. . .plans to attend college. VIRGINIA FAITH THORNTON ltGinnyil College Prep. M iss Clelland Glee Club 3; Library Club 1, 2, 3; Intramural Basketball 1; Chapel Pro- gram 3; Dance Decorations 1, 2; Typ- ing Club 3. Talented dancer. . .avid skater. . .active in outdoor sports. . .likes horseback riding, swimming, and sewing. . .dusty blonde hair. . .dislikes tests and speeches. . .added attraction at Grablick's Milk Bar. . .vague and mysterious. . .future nurse. ROBERT HENRY TODD IITOad!! Commercial M r. J ones Magazine Drive 1, 2; Basketball 1. 2, 3 mdgm; Football 1, 2, 3; Track 1. 2, 3; Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3; Flag Carrier 1; Usher 2; Homeroom Officer 2; Dance Decorations 2. An easy-going lad with no dislikes. . .snappyl dancer. . . one of four males in the Com- mercial class. . .a manager su- preme. . .likes' basketball. . . tells very good Jokes. . .P1TTS- 0N. . .plans a future in ac- counting. NICHOLAS DONALD VOLPETTI llNickin College Prep. M r. Jones Band 1; Glee Club 1, 2, 3: Mixed Chorus 3; F. T. A. 3; Student Council 1; Basketball 1, 2, 3; Football 1, 2, 3; Track 1, 2. 3; Intramural Basketball 2, 3 ngrJ; Chapel Program 3; P. T. A. Program 3; Flag Carrier 1, 2, 3; Usher 1. 2; Homeroom OEicer 1, 2, 3; Dance Decorations 2. A brawny, bleck-haired .Ro- meo. . .very friendly. .. .likes good food. . .throws the Jav'elm . , .three-letter man. . .enJoys horseback ridmg. . .animgl fqn- cier. . .an amateur clannetlst . . .what Ia builgiL . .plans .for a future in physmal education. 24 J OHN MATTHEWS WATSON Jack General M r. J ones Football 1, 2, 3; Intramural Balkeb- ball 1, 2, 3. Gridiron-gladiator. . .likable guy. . .full of mischief . . .en- joys books. . .participates in many sports, especially base- ball. . .remarkable swimmer. . . dates one certain Senior girl. . . a little on the quiet side. . . plans to enter service after graduation. CARL WEISS General M r. J ones Radio Club 2. A short wave radio ham. . . electronics is his present major interest and probable future. . . on the quiet side. . .enjoys a hobby of fly tying and fishing . . .short in stature, high in the esteem of his classmates. GORDON FRANTZ WILLIAMS Gordie College Prep. M r. Jones Basketball 1, 2, 3; ET. A. 3; Year- book 3; Football , . 3; Track 1, 2, 3; Flag Carrier 1, 2, 3; Us er 1, 2. Three-letter man. . .stars in football, basketball, and is a champion miler. . .calm and cool. . .lean and tall. . .well liked by all. . .a cheerful person. . . always Happy. MARILYN A. WILLIAMS College Prep. M iss Poxon Glee Club 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 3; Majorette 1, 2, 3 tDrum Majoretteh Art Club 2; Yearbook 3; Cha 1 Pro- gam 3; P. T. A. Program 2; orenaic ague Contest 2 iDeclamatiom; Typ- ing Club 3; Usherette 1. She,s the leader of the band . . .school spirit. . .jitter- bugs. . .likes skating, dancing, and swimming. . .lots of energy . . .winning smile. . .baby sit- ter at Medicds. . .blonde pixie haircut. . .future nursing in- structor. CHRISTINE MARY WINSLOW u 4 n College Prep. M iss Clelland Glee Club 2, 3; Yearbook 8 03m. Mng; Intramural Basketball 1, 2. 3; Chapel Program 3; P. T. A. Program 2; Flag Carrier 1, 2, 3; Usherette 2; Typ- ing Club 3. Country girl with a city air . . .iikes people. . .very indus- trious. . .ardent Major League baseball fan. . .doesnit like to be kept waiting. . .blue eyes, brown hair. . .very intelligent . . .enjoys pastimes of reading, sewing, and sports future social worker. . NAME Prudence Adams J ohn Alaimo David Alberigi J ayne Alexander Ruth Ash Douglas Avery Merle Bainbridge Edna Barnhart David Bartlett Daniel Bell Robert Bierly Christine Brunacci William Castellani Adeline Cesari Blaine Christian Sam Cipolla Robert Clarke Marianne Connell Concetta Cordora Nancy Davies Mary DeLucca Joan Donnora Larry Dymond Nancy Edwards Connie Emigh Sally Eshelman Jean Felice Sterling Fiske Nancy Fusco Norma Gregori Donald Grodis Roberta Hartman Dick'Havard Pete Heal Carolyn Howells Robert Hughes Nancy Huff Glenn J ones Heidi Kern USUALLY FOUND With J ack Not at home Driving a snappy Ford Laughing With Lenny In his car With a cheerleader Listening to records Daydreaming Tinkering with cars Making 95,s In a red Ford With the tWolfpack' With Sally Fixing cars At the Pastime Playing basketball Giggling Chauffeiring people around Harmonizing At Kay's Doing shorthand in advance On Atlantic Ave. At Kresge's Traveling around Nardonets With J ohnny Walking around Visiting With Concetta and Mary Playing his trumpet Attending Church functions Hunting coons Delivering flowers At a Bob Wagner movie Holding a cue stick Wearing a smile In the bandroom Newsing around UNDERCOVER STUFF FAVORITE EXPRESSION Oh, Heavens! Are you kidding? Loretta I was just thinking Oh, come on ThatIs what you think! Now. . .uh. . . Gads! Beast Whatsamatter? You nuts? Oh? Oh dear! Whatchamacallet My nerves Hotdog Is this another test? How about opening the Windows? Whatdaya mean? What did you say? Heavens! Wait till I tell you Oh, no! Hot Diggity! Oh, my nerves! This time I mean it Don't let it bother you Good gracious! I dont know I don,t care Huh? What? Darn it! I dont it Hotrod Hey! There's B. J. Will ya wait a minute? Oh, sure If you want me to Oh, brother UNDERCOVERSTUFF NAME Clayton Kinsey Kathryn Kizis Elaine Krieger Gerald Langhorne Judith LaNunziata Edna Levandoski Jane Lewis Dale Matthews Aurelia Menichini Shirley Metz Helen Mikoliczyk Robert Milkman Betsy Mirro Vincent Mirro Mona Morgan Norman Morse J ohn Mulhall Joe Nardone Thomas Nuzzalo Dolores Panzitta Anthony Pugliese Bettie Ann Rogers Richard Rossi Charles Sands Stephen Salvaggio James Smith George Solomon Mary Spinelli Elizabeth Stead Sandra Sykes Robert Tambur Virginia Thornton Robert Todd Nick Volpetti Jack Watson Carl Weiss Gordon Williams Marilyn Williams Christine Winslow USUALLY FOUND In black and cream Ford Talking Driving J enny At the stables Arguing Stating her opinion Asking for the car Thinking of Bettie Ann Chewing gum Planning where to go Doing acrobatics Planning world conquest In a hurry On the golf course Writing to Washington Waiting for 3:30 to come Telephoning J ean With the iWolfpack' Leading the tWolfpack' Blushing In his car With Dale With the tWolfpack' With a Sophomore girl Looking for a girl Creating a disturbance In Danny,s car Studying or debating Clowning around Jitterbugging Making touchdowns With Connie Absent With the iWolfpack' With Prudy Meditating At Mount Zion Smiling Waiting for the bus 26 FAVORITE EXPRESSION Lets go to Harding Tough I say, tough A' right at ready! Tird, dis How cute! Do you wanna bet? Hey! There's B. J. Scuse, please Oh-h! I dont know what to wear My nerves! We11.. .uh... Open the window Dese, Dose, Dem Charles this 8: Charles that Ah-h-h Hey Magee! Yeh! Oh, Sarah Close the window What do you say? Like a bunny Pm too busy Oh Sugar J ets! Way J o, J 0 0h, you,re funny! Itll fix your car Are you kidding? Kinda makes you wonder I dont know King Size, Jo, Jo Sure it is I'll hand it in tomorrow Shape up Gee Ah-h-h Up the house Hi Ya! Dig this CLASSNIGHT 8t BACCALAUREATE PROGRAMS BACCALAUREATE SERVICE High School Auditorium Sunday Evening, J une Tenth Nineteen Hundred F ifty-Six Eight O'Clock Rev. Daniel R. Williams, Presiding Grace Presbyterian Church ORGAN PRELUDE .......................................................................... Miss Cathran Fear SELECTION-The Spacious Firmament on High ........................................................... Haydn Senior High School BandeWillis T. Netter, Director PROCESSIONAL-Pomp and Circumstance ................................................................. Elgar INVOCATION .......................................... , ............. Rev. George S. Howe, First M ethodist Church HYMN- All Hail the Power tDiademi .................................................................. Audience RESPONSIVE READING-Psalm 103 ............ . ..................... Rev. Paul D. Wells, First Presbyterian Church SELECTION- The Heavens are Telling iCreationi ........................................................ H aydn Trinoprano, Mrs. Jennie Morgan; Tenor, Rev. D. R. Williams; Bass, Mr. J . Henry Morgan Miss Ruth Wilson, OrganisteRev. D. R. Williams, Director OLD TESTAMENT LESSONeProverbs 29: 7-18 ...................... Rev. Walter Eastburn, Trinity Episcopal Church PRAYER ....................................................... Rev. Ernest Sperring, Luzerne Avenue Baptist Church NEW TESTAMENT LESSONe-Ephesians 1: 1-14 ...................... Rev. Robert Wood, Carverton M ethodist Church SELECTION- Come to Me tFirst Movement, Sonata, op. 27 no. 2i ....................................... Beethoven BACCALAUREATE ADDRESS-The Vision of Life .................... Rev. D. R. Williams, GraceiPresbyterian Church HYMN- Guide Me, 0 Thou Great Jehovah tArr. from Welshi ............................................ Audience BENEDICTION ......................................................... Rev. John Hill, First Congregational Church RECESSIONAb-Marche Aux Flambeaux ................................................................... Clark Senior High School Band CLASS NIGHT J une 8, 1956 This year the theme of class night was a town picnic honoi'ing the Senior Class of 1956. Some of the people who could be found at our picnic were the caretaker of the park where the picnlc was held; the mayor w1th his speeches; the photographer, who was hired to record the days events; and all the committeemen. The three-legged race, the talent and rock-and-roll contests, and the fashion show, which featured the Junior Miss models, all added up to a full program of entertainment. The theft of the Senior Class diary caused a good deal of excitement and revealed much of the history of the last twelve school years. Color was added to the picnic by the appearance of a band of gypsies who were willing to foretell the futures of the Seniors. Since so many things were lost at the picnic, special time was devoted to returning the articles to their Junior owners. The picnic ended with the formal reading of the Senior Class will and the singing of the class song. The program was then followed by the traditional mantle oration. COMMENCEMENT PROGRAM... CLASS SONGi COMMENCEMENT PROGRAM SelectioneDeep River Rhapsody ............................................... Walters Senior High School Band Mr. Willis T. Netter, Director The Academic Procession-ePomp and Circumstance ................................ Elgar Senior High School Band The Invocation ................................................ Rev. Ernest J . Sperring ' Baptist Church Commencement Hymn ................................................. Psalm CXXII Graduating Class and Audience Senior ChoruseThis Is My Country ........................................ Raye Jacobs OrationePeace-Through Education ................................ Elaine Linda Krieger Trumpet DueteJ ealous1e ........................................................ Gade Donald Anthony Grodis and Glenn Everett J ones Miss Cathran J. Fear, Accompanist Oration-Peace-Through International Understanding .................... Heidi May Kern Vocal SoloeLet All My Life Be Music ........................................... Spross Eugenia Ethel Felice Miss Cathran J . Fear, Accompanist Oration-Peace-Through Individual Effort ....................... Christine Mary Winslow SelectioneNarcissus ........................................................... N win 1 Senior High School Band Commencement Address wToday's Challenge ..................... Dr. Miller A. F. Ritchie President, Hartwick College Announcements-Awarding of Prizes .................................. Andrew W. Lewis Superintendent Presentation of Diplomas ........................................... Jarrett W. Jennings Secretary, Board of Education Class Song .......................................................... Graduating Class Alma Mater ............................................ Graduating Class and Audience The Benediction ............................................... Rev. J oseph E. OlBrien I mmaculate Conception Church The Academic Recessional-March Aux Flambeaux . . .............................. Clark Senior High School Band SENIOR CLASS SOPiG Tune of Home l: I II Time's passing by and soon classmates W111 be parting; This is the time a dear page in life is turning; New tasks well all be starting soon. For friends we will be yearning long. Timels passing by, our school life weill soon be ending, Year after year, our class Will still remember Success on us depending soon. J oys of each new September long. New tasks we '11 all be starting soon. Now the time has come to say good-bye: Time s passing by, our school life we 11 soon be ending, Senior year is over by and by. Success on us depending soon. This is the time a dear page in life is turning, This 1s what our life ahead will be: For friends we will be yearning long. What we do depends on you and me. Now 1s the time, When old friends we 11 all be leaving, Mem ties are never ending now. 28 JOKER The furtive glance, the stealthy creep, 4 And soon, our Joker hopes, a shriek. 1 But other plans will be in store, Thinks a certain spectator at the door. JUNIOR OFFICERS JUNIOR OFFICERS Left to right-James Harned WreasurerL Robert Dovin Wresidenw, Donald MacDonald Wice-presidenQ, Donald Wells $ecretaryy BEAT PiTT 30 JUNIOR CLASS ELEVENTH GRADE GIRLS Left to right: First Row-Jo Ann Dente, Jacquelin Draper, Barbara Havard, Mary Lou Evans, Maureen Fadden, Rita Botteon, Beverly Savino, Josephine Minnelli, Rita DeNisco, Geraldine Malchiodi, Helene Kellow, Paula Davis, Carolyn LaNunziata. Second Row Sarah Trischitta, Marion Occhiato, Lottie Mikolaichik, June Ardoline, Sheila Mc Tigue, Barbara Keim, Noreen VanTuyle, Nancy Bittinger, Anna Sompel, Patricia Coskey, Ann Marie Kaiser, Elizabeth Burke, Mary Lou Yaletsko. Third Row Sally Coburn, Barbara Killeri, Catherine Fonzo, Roberta Howells, Susan Bainbridge, Ellin Kane, Anne Rutledge, Irene Hastie, Pauline Morgan, Helen Alpaugh, Marlene Occhiato, Maria Mon- tante, Rosemary Wierbowski, Arcilla Redick. Absent Jean Lizak, Diana Menichini. ELEVENTH GRADE BOYS Left to right: First Row-Santo Insalaco, Thomas Salvaggio, Raymond Crisci, Gerald Party, John Shannon, Jay 'Woods, Robert Rodham, Walter Placek, Donald Lloyd, Ned Shaughnessy, Edward Quinn, Richard Hines, Pat Cumbo. Second Row-John Dombrosky, Fred Pello, Terrell Salerno, Fred Williams, Paul Watson, Robert Bartlett, James Har- ned, Donald Wells, Donald MacDonald, Henry Piechota, William Dankulich, David Stover, Ronald Schoner, Charles Shugdinis. Third Row Richard Frushon, J oe Miller, Robert Dovin, Leonard Brown, J oseph Cigan, Bob Howe, Jerome Kosloski, Charles Hayes, Keith Irace, Lawrence Weaver, Eugene Manganello, Ronald Shiner, Clifford Melberger. Absent-Donald Conklin, Gregory Riffle, Theodore Lumley, James Norton, Anthony Zigmont. 31 SOPHOMORE CLASS TENTH GRADE BOYS Left to right: First Row-Richard Galloway, Cataldo Saitta, Harold Schollenberger, Richard J ones, Joseph Agolino, William Bohn, Daniel Tambur, Albert Kishel, Patrick Flannery, Donald Dolfl, James Kelchner, Frank Colella, Adam Dankulich, J ames Hudelson, Richard Jacobs. Second Row-Anthony Manganiello, Hubert Rau, Calvin Miller, Charles Medico, Eugene Bonfanti, Michael Bianco, Edwin Martin, Sam Giamber, Donald George, Edward Levandoski, Sanford Scalzo, Martin Cirelli, Robert Mirro, Anthony DeAngelo, Edward Novitsky. Third Row Donald Roth, Leonard Spin- elli, Robert Endres, Jack Hurrey, Albert Forlenza, William Roots, George Bechtold, Dale Robbins, Donald Chaump, Thomas Stout, Ned Wicks, Mel Montanye, Thomas Obrzut, Kenneth Howell, Robert Williams, Francis Belmont, Francis Gruszka. Absent Joseph Romanowski, Paul Berkant, Michael Cefalo. TENTH GRADE GIRLS Left to right: First Row Margaret Ciampi, J oanne Salerno, J oyce Schmid, Ruth Ann Hines, Theresa Wierbowski, Helen Marinello, Helen Knoll, Claire Rindgen, Betty Lou Simonson, Harriet Howell, Sandra Dietrich, Joyce Havard, Helen Best, Marianne Zack, Gail Krise, Janice Clelland, Mary Ann Wharen. Second Row-Romayne Seidel, Barbara Quinn, Regina Gashi, Evelyn Ciampi, Martha Hudyck, Sylvia Ann Vincent, Sandra Adams, Judy Price, Sarah Burke, Barbara Donnora, Leona Ann Baiera, Dorothy Turkas, Judith Monroe, Kay Bisbing,.Mary Lou Christian, Regina Zigmont, Mary Lou Jordan, Phyllis DeMartini. Third Row-Beverly MacCartney, Lorraine Stark, Elizabeth Shannon, Ann Barnhart, Gladys Bartlett, Marion Breymeier, Irma Kosik, Christine Janesko, Mary Lou Gdovin, J eannine Drum- mond, NancmHartman, Judith Gravell, J oyce Littzi, Peggy Baird, Rosalie Cella, Julie Diehl, Betty Lou Dendle, Ruth Ann Froncze . 32 FRESHMAN CLASS NINTH GRADE GIRLS Left to right: First Row Lynne Dente, J oanne Rosencrans, Nancy Wesley, Judy Clisham, Barbara Stover, Charlotte Bohr, Carol Brennan, Carolyn Horan, Ann Whittaker, Carol Lepore, Grace Insalaco, Lucille Vincenti, Rebecca Harris. Second Row-Lynne Stockton, Louise Phethean, Nancy Dymond, Barbara Sands, Dianne Coolbaugh, Regina Ritzi, Christine Green, Mary Jane Prischak, Regina Pantucci, Tina Butera, Joanne Carfelo, Ellen Evans, Nancy Weimer. Third Row Caro1 Dirkan, Angela Stanko, Arlene Kettle, Mary MacNamara,Ann Markert, Rosemary Aroshus, Nancy Poder, Barbara Rowlands, Nancy Smith, Carol Bahl, Norma Jean Brooks, Ann Marie Manganiello, Barbara Evans, Sally Diehl, Sandra Smith, Ellen Daniels. Absent Dorothy Ide, Ann Stevenson, Kathryn Seidel. Lois Oliver. NINTH GRADE BOYS Left to right: First Row Robert Krum, Eugene LaBar, Frank Agati, Charles Menhennett, William Kern, Francis Wesley, Thomas Williams, Fred Lombardo, Robert Marian, Santo Agolino, Joseph Bonita, William Touhill, Louis Ciampi, Louis DeGennaro, J oseph Bellomo, Barry Warshal, Larry Scott, Michael Ardoline. Second R0w Lee Havard, Michael Cordora, Thomas Martin, Louis Bel ulsi, Joseph Bohan, Gerard Zezza, Willard Hunter, Jerry Dankulich, Barry Shaw, William Stead, William Powell, homas Depuy, Edward Strucke, Ronald Marth, Bruce Belding, Donald Hite, David Scull, Robert Bohr. Third Row-Michael Austin, Richard Todd, Dominick Occhiato, Allan Wicks, Donald Fadden, Fred Rosencrans, Bill Rutledge, Robert Ferretti, Robert Irace, Alfred Brunacci, Daniel Thomas, Daniel Cesari, Michael Harned, Peter Dominic, Robert Farer, Donald Tonkin, Richard Graci, Lawrence Ventre, Garry Vincelli, Paul LaNunziata, Louis Scatena. Fourth Row Mario Petruzziello, Ross DeNisco, Nelson Rozelle, William Woods, John Paolacci, Stephen Robertson, Sam Capone, Robert Kitchen, J oseph Miller, Ronald Rogers, George Menn, Drew Smith, Lucius Duncan, Anthony Tossi, Robert Cavalari, Ralph Rostock, John Wills, Gary Werts, Louis Forlenza, Kenneth Melberger. Absent Carmen Fusco, Michael Winslow, Richard Peck, Jack Pahl. 33 ElGHTH GRADE EIGHTH GRADE BOYS Left to right: First Rowaohn Stofko, Royden Charter, Jody Stauffer, Ben Daniels, John Shaughnessy, Anthony Killeri, Santo Agati, Frank Nardi, Daniel Menhennett, Charles Barone, Wayne Cabral, Charles Brieker, Manuel Diaz, Frank Sheperis, Kenneth Summer, Sam Collela, John Wierbowski, Michael Cebula, Richard Geissinger, Robert White. Second Row-Albert Mekeel, Leon Obrzut, Leonard Yankosky, Gerald Prebola, Robert Bond, Lowell Dickson, John Jacobs, Robert Hines, Ronald Foy, Anthony Butsavage, Gary Hollen, John Ramage, J ohn Zarzecki, Paul Clapps, David Gollem, Frank Parente, Bennett Carpenter, Nicholas Gentile, Joseph Argenio, Robert Jones, Carl Morse. Third Row- Anthony Gentile, John Simko, Phili Jones, Paul Whittaker, John Stanko, William Carver, Louis Stefanelli, Michael Cefalo, James Truelove, Peter Yaras us, Richard Miller, David Woods, Raymond Bechtold, Ned Jacobs, Clifford Stark, NDox-rpan Scull, William Brown, John Fad-den, James LaNunziata, Catal Manganaro. Absent-Dante Bovani, Arthur av1es. EIGHTH GRADE GIRLS Left to right: First Row-Charlotte Jordan, Mary Punturiero, Pamela Jones, Barbara Laird, Carol Romanowski, An'n Hayward, Nancy Belpulsi, Betty Kintz, Cecelia Russo, Ann DeLucca, Daiso Coskey. Second Row Lo1-elei Chris- tian, Carol Wills, Isabel Morgan, Charlotte Shive, Sandra Hastie, Rosemary Dente, Eleanor Wheeler, Celestine Lello, Sandra Cella, Alberta Kociokik, Charlotte Brown, Felicia Adonizio, Judy Behlke, Mary Ann Destefano. Third Row- Irene Marks, Harriet Crawford, Ann Fitser, Rose Marie Biscotti, Jean Parente, Mildred Patrick, Nancy Howe, Carol Schoner, Roseann Serino, Enid Weisberger, Claire McCormick, Carol Bath, Jean Hood, Rebecca Monk, Carol Wells. Absent-Patricia Horan, Roberta Smiles. 34 SEVENTH GRADE SEVENTH GRADE GIRLS Left to right: First Rotheggy Evans, Pamela Reedy, Carol Serino, Diane Schmid, Jerry Jean Baird, Yolanda Fusco, Genevieve Gai, Carol Spinelli, Betty Ann Montante, Melanie Menichetti, Ann Stead, Shirley McDonnell. Second Row-Concetta Zezza, Carol Shepler, Phyllis Seiple, Sharon Wills, Sharon Weed, Grace Shannon, Carolee Stankus, Susan Levin, Peggy LaBarre, Nancy Davis, Mata Adrian, Carol Mitchell, Joan Hines, Marietta Cefalo. Third Roub- Elizabeth Eggen, Kay Dymond, Andrea Templar, Georgiann Phethean, Carole Campbell, Janice Schoonover, Carolyn King, Bette Kern, Barbara Crisci, Mary Stets, Cynthia Miller, Linda Tinklepaugh, Lorraine Menn, Dorothy Williams. SEVENTH GRADE BOYS Left to right: First Row-Stephen Hurrey, Eugene Briggs, William Vanderburg, Frederick Mariani, Tom Daniels, Thomas Carpenter, Leonard Insalaco, Thomas Medico, Joseph Haddock, Jon Vanderburg, Raymond Scull, David Wil- liams, Harold Bulford, Frank Callahan, Niles Wheeler, Albert Occhiato, J ohn Occhiato, Xavier Chiampi, Robert Smiles, Michael Horan, Steven LaTorre, Thomas Parry, George Hurrey, Harry Hummel. Second Row-Harold Schobert, Ed- ward Comstock, John Jacobson, Roy Redmond, Robert Tonkin, Thomas Grabosky, David Norris, William Davis, Glenn VanTuyle, David Brown, William VanAuken, Robert Siani, John Tuehrer, Richard Littzi, John Killiri, Armin Schmalz, Pau'i Vincelli, Marc Walter, Philip Dente, James Bevan, Stephen Jacobson, Joseph Costello, Richard Woods. Third Row-David Wruble, Howard Hoover, Harold Patience, James Powers, Patrick Falzone, Paul Dietrich, Ronald Serfoss, Ronald Bulford, Anthony DeLucca, Edward Yarashus, Joseph Mitchell, John Stout, Harry Breymeier, Richard Kovaleski, Eugene Romanowski, John Hood, Jackson Stanton, Bert Shiffer, James Schollenberger, Walter Lumley, Benjamin Smith, Nathan Webb. Absent Raymond Bowersox. 35 FEATURES HUMOR IN THE HALLOWED HALLS A Comedy In Three Parts Act One: SOPHOMORES Scene: THE LIBRARY FRIDAY, FOURTH PERIOD CHARACTERS Hero ................................... Kenny Howell Celebrities ............... Sylvia Vincent, Helen Marinello Heroine ................................ Marianne Zack Man-about-town. . . y ........................ Ned Wicks Brains ...................... Sam Giamber, Judy Gravell Susie Secretary ....................... Barbara Donnora Athletes ............. Nancy Hartman, Melvin Montanye Clown .................................... Hubert Rau J oker .................................. Dick Galloway Bobby-Soxers ............. Sandra Dietrich, Joyce Havard H elen: I see Mary Lou Gdovin and Happy Howell are looking at gowns in Seventeen. Could be they're expecting to go to the Senior Prom. H ubert: George Bechtold has become quite a snappy dresser lately. I guess heis trying to draw attention away from his big feet. Dick: J udy Price is talking to Pat Flannery over at the next table. He really looks wide awake now. Sylvia Our sax section really sounded good this morning, Eugene. Too bad you werentt there-or maybe thatis why we did so well. M arianne: I hear Mr. Brown didnt have enough paint to finish an Indian mask, and he had to borrow some of J oyce Littziis makeup. Kenny: There goes Donny Chaump loaded down with books. Skippy Schollenberger and Charles Medico are doing a good job in initiating him into the club. Judy: I see Dorothy Turkas has Edward Levandoski cornered by Miss Richardsi desk. Maybe sheis trying to persuade him to move to Dupont. Act Two: JUNIORS Scene: THE LIBRARY FRIDAY, FOURTH PERIOD CHARACTERS Hero ...................................... Bob Dovin Celebrities ............... Helene Kellow, Robert Rodham Heroine ................................ Sara Trischitta Man-about-town .......................... Donny Lloyd Brains ................. Mary Lou Evans, Charles Hayes Bobby-Soxers ................. Ellin Kane, Barbara Keim Athletes .................... Roberta Howells, Joe Miller Business Executive ................... Mickey Melberger Jokers. .David Carpenter, Nancy Bittinger, Gregory Riffle Ellin: Ouchl Say, Paula, why dont you watch where youIre going? Barbara: Sheis too busy watching where Ronnie,s going. Helene: There,s Sheila. I wonder where Jimmy is? M ary Lou: I cant imagine. The only time theytre separated is during school hours. David: Here comes the clubhouseis terrible trioeMacDonald, Howe, and Wells. Gregory: Poor Miss Richards. Donny: At least Donny will be quiet for a while; Noreen just walked in. Roberta: Hey, Marie, this place is too quiet, how come ? . N ancy: I see Pat Coskey and Sally Coburn are doing occupational surveys on the Armed Services. I wonder why? Rodham: How are ,ya, Ned. Been to any interesting parties lately? Act Three: SENIORS Scene: THE LIBRARY FRIDAY, FOURTH PERIOD CHARACTERS Hero .................................... Jack Watson Man-about-town ......................... Nick Volpetti Heroine ................................. Prudy Adams Visiting Diplomat ...................... Robert Milkman Brain ...................................... Bob Bierly Bobby-Soxers .......... Marilyn Williams, Sally Eshelman Athletesi . .Helen Mikoliczyk, Betsy Mirro, David Alberigi Fashion Plates ............... Joe Nardone, Richard Rossi Jokers ........ Tommy Nuzzalo, Betty Stead, John Alaimo Roving Reporters ......... Heidi Kern, William Castellani Celebrities ................. Steven Salvaggio, Jean Felice Susie Secretary ............................ Nancy Huff Career Girl .......................... Christine Winslow Business Executive ........................ J ohn Mulhall H eard m the background, J ayneis unmistakable laugh. M tm'lyn: I wonder what Dee was blushing about? Sally: She must have been listening to some comments from the tWolf packi. Nick: Don,t tell me that J udy and Edna are arguing again' Why not have Kiz settle it, girls? Shets our ambassador of good will. Casty: .Hely! Gordy, here comes John and hes got that how about cleaning up at Youth Centeri look 1n 1s eye. Exit with haste, Casty and Gordy. 36 W xntuw, w Iv: Special Award Winners: Barbara Laird, William Roots. Cheer-up Doll Finders: Bette Kern, Ray Bower- sox, Carol Serino. High Salesman for Senior High: Betsy Mirro, High Salesmen for Junior High: Joseph Costello, Thomas Obrzut. Tina Butera. High homeroom for Senior High: Miss Poxon's. Secretaries: Left to right: SeatedvThomas Nuzzalo, Adeline Cesari, Sally Eshelman, Nancy HuIT, Jo Ann Dente, Barbara Havard. Second Row Barbara Killeri, Mona Morgan, Rita De Nisco, Lottie Mikolaichik, Beverly Savino, Sara Trischitta, Catherine Fonzo. Third Row Norman Morse, Nancy Edwards, Joan Donnora, Rosemary Wierbowski, Roberta Howells, Maria Montante. Absent Thomas Salvaggio, Santo Insalaco, Fred Pello, Vincent Mirro, Marlene Occhiato, Barbara Keim, Diana Menichini, Richard Hines, Edna Barnhart. 49 STUDENT COUNCIL STUDENT COUNCIL Left to right: Seated-Ann Marie Manganiello, Pauline Morgan tTreasurerL Clifford Melberger tVice-presidenw, John Mulhall tPresidenU, Sam Cipolla tBusiness Managen, Dolores Panzitta tSecretaryL Helen Knoll, Nancy Bit- tinger. Second RoweWilliam Rutledge, Donald George, William Roots, Ronald Rogers, Samuel Capone, Kathryn Kizis, Robert Ferretti, Betty Lou Dendle, Robert Bartlett, Lynne Stockton. First period every Wednesday morning Student Council meets with their ad- viser, Mr. R. C. Williams. They plan informal Saturday evening dances and pro- grams for the members of Youth Center. The council consists of one member of each homeroom from ninth to twelfth grades inclusive. Clean up, checking, refresh- ments, games, and music are all presided over by members of the council. Another working body of Youth Center is the Advisory Board. Its members are Mr. and Mrs. Harold Lewis, Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Baltz, Mr. and Mrs. J arrett Jennings, and Mr. and Mrs. J oseph Occhiato. They meet once each month with the oihcers to discuss the problems of Youth Center. GIRLS GLEE CLUB... ORGAN CLUB GIRLS' GLEE CLUB Part II Left to right: First Row- Beverly Savino, Nancy Bit- tinger, Mary Lou Evans, Jo Ann Dente, Miss Cathran J . Fear DirectorL Rita De Nisco, Carolyn Howells, Vir- ginia Thornton, Rita Bot- teon. Second Row-Bar- bara Keim, Susan Bain- bridge, Nancy Davies, Ann Marie Kaiser, Sandra Sykes, Nancy Fusco, Aurelia Men- ichini, Patricia Coskey, Anna Sompel. Third Row- Maria Montante, Marlene Occhiato, Heidi Kern, Chris, tine Winslow, Jane Lewis, Bettie Ann Rogers, Jayne Alexander, Betsy Mirro, Roberta Howells, Connie Emigh, Sally Eshelman. GIRLS' GLEE CLUB Part I Left to right: First Row- Barbara Havard, Prudence Adams, Concetta Cordora, Shirley Metz, Jean Felice, Judith LaNunziata, Helene Kellow, Paula Davis, Nancy Huff. Second Row-Sally Coburn, Jacquelin Draper, Mary Spinelll, Noreen Van Tuyle, Sarah Trischitta, Mona Morgan, Marianne Connell, Lottie Mikolaichik. Third Row-wNorma Gregori, Marilyn Williams, Mary De Lucca, Irene Hastie, Elaine Krieger, Edna. Barnhart, Kathryn Kizis, Edna Levan- doski, Arcilla Redick. ORGAN CLUB Left to right: First Row Ellen Daniels, Angela. Stanko, Harriet Howell, Rita Botteon, Rita DeNisco, Betty Lou Simonson, Cath- erine Fonzo. Second Rouk- Cathran J. Fear anstruc- ton, Gail Krise, Lucille Vincenti, Kenneth Sumner. Third Row-David Scull, ' Sandra Smith, Norma Jean L I , , ' Brooks, Nancy Davies, Con- k, .. v? ie Emigh, Marlene Occhi- V . , A 9 Into, Ir'ma Kosik, Susan A , , . Bainbridge, Noreen Van ' ; ' , Tuyle, Lois Oliver, Judith , .r - v Gravell, Ann Marie Kaiser. ; A g, 51 J3- Fourth Row-Stephen Rob- ertson, Anne Rutledge, Bet- , tie Ann Rogers. Absent - ; Concetta Cordora, Margaret Ciampi. . 35g. 41 BOYS GLEE CLUB... JUNIOR BAND BOYS' GLEE CLUB Left to right: First Row-Richard Jones, Richard Galloway, Walter Placek, Francis Gruszka, Donald George, James Kelchner, J ohn Alaimo. Second Row-Willis T. Netter Directo10, Sterling Fiske, Robert Rodham, Ned Wicks, Clifford Melberger, Thomas Obrzut, James Hudelson, Joseph Agolino, Anne Rutledge WianisU. Third Row-Glenn Jones, Donald Wells, Robert Bierly, Robert Howe, John Mulhall, Nicholas Volpetti, William Castellani. Absent-Robert Clarke. JUNIOR BAND Left to right: First Row David Wruble, J ohn Jacobson, Richard Kovaleski, John Fuehrer, J ohn Occhiato, William Vanderburg, Robert Tonkin, Harold Schobert, Edward Comstock, John Zarzecki, Ronald Foy, Fred Mariani, Albert Occhiato, Niles Wheeler, Santo Agolino, Santo Agati, Wayne Cabral. Second Row-Pamela Reedy, Carol Mitchell, Rebecca Harris, Carol Lepore, Louise Phethean, Angela Stanko, Nancy Poder, Nancy Howe, Carol Campbell, Mary Jane Prischak, Lynne Stockton, Barbara Laird, Charlotte Shive, Pamela J ones. Third Row-Ben Smith, Louis Forlenza, Raymond Bowersox, Daniel Cesari, Lucius Duncan, Steve Robertson, Richard Miller, Richard Todd, Bruce Belding, Bette Lynn Kern, Rebecca Monk, Isabel Morgan, Judy Behlke. Fourth Row-Paul Dietrich, Joseph Bohan, Ronnie Serfoss, Willard Hunter, Bill Rutledge, Allan Wicks, Kenneth Melberger, Ralph Rostock, Philip Jones, Anthony But; ' savage, Paul Clapps, J ohn Stanko, Catal Manganato, John Hood. AbsenF-Ronald Rogers, Roberta Smiles, Paul Whit- taker. 42 F. T. A. Left to right: First Roww Ann Marie Kaiser, J ean Felice mibrariam, John Mulhall Hreasurew, Nor- een VanTuyle Wice-Presi- dentL Elaine Krieger Wres- ideno, Mary Lou Evans 6ecretaryL Dolores Pan- zitta Historiam, Roberta Hartman Warliamentariam . Second Row-Robert Milk- man, Connie Emigh, Jayne Alexander, Joe Miller, Irene Hastie, Anne Rutledge, Hel- en Alpaugh, Kathryn Kizis, Nick Volpetti, Betsy Mirro, Donald Wells, Pauline Mor- gan. Third Row-Gordon Williams, Nancy Fusco, Concetta Cordora, Rita Bot- teon, Shirley Metz, Marilyn Williams, Susan Bainbridge, Roberta Howells, Judith La N unziata, Edna Levandoski. LIBRARY CLUB Left to right: First Row- Sally Coburn, Joanne Saler- no, Lucille Vincenti, Claire Rind en, Mary Lou Chris- tian, argaret Ciampi, She- lia. McTigue, Mary Lou Evans, Miss Mary Richards Advisen, Carol Bahl, Nan- cy Howe, Tina Butera, Carol Brennan, Ellen Dan- iels, Nancy Dymond. Second Row-Angela Stanko, Isabel Morgan, Judy LaNunziata, Virginia Thornton, Paula Davis, Helen Knoll, Maur- een Fadden, Felicia Adon- izio, Sandra. Adams, Ellen Evans, Ann Marie Marker, Carolyn Horan, Nancy Wei- mer, Eleanor Wheeler, Jean Hood, Charlotte Brown, J ean Parente, Ann DeLucca, Roberta Smiles, Carol Ro- manowski. Third Row- Lonelei Christian, Rebecca Harris, Joyce Schmid, Carol Lepore, Ann Whittaker, Carol Wills, Sandra Hastie, Judy Behlke, Anne Hay- ward, Mary Anne Destef- ano, Barbara. Laird, Grace Insalaco, Bett Kintz, Nan- cy Belpulsi, ecelia Russo, Daiso Coskey, Patricia Ho- ran, Charlotte Shive, Lynne Dente. Fourth Row-Mar- lene Occhiato, Edna Levan- doski, Betty Lou Dendle, Beverly MacCartney, Betty Lou Simonson, Maria Mon- tante, Pauline Morgan, Bar- bara Keim, Ellin Kane, Hel- en Alpaugh, Rosalie Cella, J udy Gravell, Nancy Poder, Barbara Rowlands, Mary Jane Prischak, Carol Scho- ner, Mary McNamara, Rose- mary Aroshus, Norma Jean Brooks, Ann Marie Mangan- iello, Barbara Ann Evans, Mildred Patrick, Claire Mc Cormick, Carol Dirhan, Jo- anne Carfelo, Carol Bath. CHORALIERS Left to right: First Row- I-Ielene Kellow, Jean Felice, Nancy Davies, Miss Cath- ran Fear Directory Second Row-Glenn Jones, Robert Bierly, Bettier Ann Rogers, Elaine Krieger, Robert Howe, Donald Wells. ETA... LIBRARY CLUB... CHORALIERS PATRONS Mr. and Mrs. Gus Adrian Mr. and Mrs. Charles Alaimo Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Andaloro Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas J . Arcola Miss Ann E. Aroshus Mr. and Mrs. James T. Ayre Mr. and Mrs. J 0e Bahl Miss Doris Baker Mr. and Mrs. Joseph P. Bianco The Bittingers Bonsefs Service Station Bovanfs Service Station Miss J oyce E. Brown Mr. and Mrs. William Brown Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Capone Mr. and Mrs. Gerard Cavan Mr. and Mrs. Joseph A. Chiampi Mr. Fred Chiavacci Miss Louise Chiavacci Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Cipolla Mr. and Mrs. Eugene G. Clarke Mrs. Michael Clarke Mr. and Mrs. Carl R. Clelland Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Davies Mr. and Mrs. Charles DeRose Miss Carol E. Dickinson Mr. and Mrs. John H. Dickinson Dressler Pharmacy Embelton Electric Ferretfs Service Station A Friend Mr. and Mrs. J oseph Fusco Mr. and Mrs. Hollie M. Galloway Garden Village Bakery Miss Bertine Gates Mr. and Mrs. David Gravell Miss Marjorie Green Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Grodis Mr. and Mrs. Philip Harris Mr. and Mrs. Edward Havard Mr. and Mrs. Morlyn Hensley Mrs. Ida Howell Mr. and Mrs. Joseph T. J ennings Mr. and Mrs. Glenn J ones Mrs. Paul Keim Kings Food Market Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Krieger Miss Myra B. Kuschel Mr. and Mrs. Coridon Lloyd Miss Esther Lloyd Dr. and Mrs. Donald C. MacDonald Miss Norine H. MacGuffie Mrs. Minnie B. MacLellan Mr. Joseph McGarry Mr. and Mrs. James Manganiello Mr. and Mrs. Garner Mapston Mr. and Mrs. Walter E. Margie Mr. and Mrs. Victor Menichini Dr. and Mrs. Harry R. Milkman Mr. and Mrs. Clifton F. Miller Mr. and Mrs. Clifton C. Miller, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Antonio Mirro Mr. and Mrs. Robert F. Morgan Mr. and Mrs. Francis Mulcahy Mr. and Mrs. Ralph J . Norris Mr. Karl Oliver Mr. and Mrs. Edwin J . Owens Mr. David S. Panzitta Penn Television Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Phillips Mr. Dino Pieri Miss Regina Pieri Miss Hilda B. Poxon Miss Mary Richards Mr. and Mrs. Henry Rindgen Mr. and Mrs. John Rindgen Mr. and Mrs. E. Ronald Rogers Mr. Allan Rose Ross s Store Mr. and Mrs. Robert J . Rowland Mr. and Mrs. Salato Salerno Mr. and Mrs. Fred Sassaman Mr. and Mrs. Harold E. Seiple Mr. J . Richard Shafer Dr. T. W. Shoemaker Mr. Wilbur Smiles Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Stauffer Miss Marguerite L. Steele Mrs. Franlis L. Stets BilFs Superette Mrs. George Swan Mr. and Mrs. E. Olin Thomas Mr. and Mrs. Leon VanTuer Vincellfs Grocery Store Mr. and Mrs. J ames Watson Rcv. and Mrs. Paul D. Wells Mr. and Mrs Charles Werts West Pittston Recreation Mrs. Margaret D. Williams Mr. and Mrs. R. Chester Williams Dr. Doris E. Wyllie PRINTED BY LA BARRE PRINTING C WEST PITTSTON. PA. w CHEERLEADERS AND MAJORETTES CHEERLEADERS Left to right: First Row Nancy Davies, Helen Mikoliczyk, Bettie Ann Rogers waptaim, Kathryn Kizis, Elizabeth Mirro, Jean Felice. Second Row Jacquelin Draper, Barbara Keim, Susan Bainbridge, N oreen VanTuyle wo-Captaim, Roberta Howells, Barbara Havard. MAJORETTES Left to right El1in Kane, Joyce Havard, Helen Best, Betty Ann Stead, Ruth Ash, Jane Lewis waptaim, Marilyn Williams Drum MajoretteL Irene Hastie mo-Captaim, Carolyn Howells, Sandra Dietrich, Marianne Zack, Christine Brunacci, J osephine Minnelli. 45 MR. WILLIS T. NETTER Director THE SENIOR HIGH BAND The concert band, as pictured above, is composed of eighty some members who play at various school events during the year. The main performance of the band is the annual Spring Concert. This year they played such selections as Richard III Overtureit by German, Deep Purple by DeRose, Battle Hymn of the Re- public, and Warsaw Concerto by Addinsell, with the piano solo played by Anne Rutledge. They also played at P. T. A., pep meet- ings, and in chapel every morning. The marching band, as pictured on the right, is a subdivision of the concert band which consists of about forty people. This year the marching band played in an Armistice Day parade, as well as for football games. At these games, the band executed many clever formations around a central theme. Some of these themes were Beverage Time, itParentsi Day, and ttModes of Transporta- tion. Both bands owe much of their success to the capable and pa- tient direction of Willis T. Netter, who is pictured at the left. 46 CONCERT BAND Left to right: First Row-Philip J ones, Richard J ones, Santo Agolino, Santo Agati, John Zarzecki, Connie Emigh, Harriet Howell, Robert Rodham, Janice Clel- land, Mary Ann Wharen, Sylvia Ann Vincent, James Kelchner, Edward Quinn, Marlene Occhiato, Roberta Howells, Nancy Howe, Nancy Bittinger, Isabel Morgan, Barbara Laird. Second Row Pame1a Jones, Rebecca Harris, Wayne Cabral, Carol Lepore, Louise Phethean, Regina Zigmont, Joseph Bohan, Joseph Agolino, Bruce Belding, Paul Whittaker, Willard Hunter, Richard Todd, Anthony Butsavage, Richard Galloway, Michael Bianco, Paul Clapps, Allan Wicks, Charles Medico, Judy Behlke. Third Row-Hubert Rau, Louis Forlenza, Glenn Jones, Daniel Cesari, Joseph Miller, Dale Robbins, Charles Hayes, Bob Howe, Ronald Rogers, Donald Grodis, Stephen Robertson, Kenneth Melberger, Eugene Bon- fanti, Ralph Rostock, Robert Bierly, Clifford Melberger, Ned Wicks, Walter Placek. Fourth Row Claire Rindgen, Mary Lou Christian, Jo Ann Dente, Maureen Fadden, Betty Lou Simonson, Catal Manganaro, Judy Gravell, Gladys Bartlett, Heidi Kern, Edwin Martin, Anne Rut- ledge, Ann Barnhart, Leona Ann Baiera, Ronald Foy, Kay Bisbing, Nancy Poder, William Rutledge, Robert Milkman, Donald George. AbsentwAnthony Zigmont, Gregory Riffle, Robert Clarke, Roberta Smiles. MARCHING BAND Left to right: First Row-James Kelchner, Wayne Cabral, Philip Jones, Harriet Howell, Donald Grodis, Louis For- lenza, Steven Robertson, Richard J ones, Donald George, Santo Agati, Glenn J ones, Ann Barnhart, J ohn Zarzecki, Carol Lepore, Richard Todd. Second Row-Mary Lou Christian, Connie Emigh, Catal Manganaro, Regina Zigmont, Heidi Kern, Louise Phethean, Claire Rindgen, Betty Lou Simonson, Santo Agolino, Leona Baiera, Robert Howe, Gladys Bart- lett, Joseph Agolino, Kay Bisbing, JoAnn Dente, Pam Jones, Bruce Belding. Third Row Willis T. Netter Directo10, Sylvia Vincent, Judith Gravell, Hubert Rau, Maureen Fadden, Eugene Bonfanti, Dale Robbins, Joseph Bohan, John Alaimo, Anthony Zigmont, Daniel Cesari, Robert Rodham, Edward Quinn, Lucius Duncan, Gregory Riffle, James Hud- elson, Ronald Foy, Anne Rutledge, Mary Ann Wharen, Janice Clelland, Marilyn Williams Drum Majorettex Color Guard: Left to right F'redrick Rosencrans, George Bechtold, William Brown, Donald Fadden. MAGAZ l NE CAMPAIGN MAGAZINE DRIVE Besides affording the students of West Pittston High School an oppor- tunity to earn prizes and to show their talents in the arts of salesmanship and record keeping, the annual magazine drive is an important factor in the financing of our yearbook. This year high salesmen were Betsy Mirro and Thomas Obrzut for Senior High and Tina Butera and Joseph Costello for Junior High. Cheer- up dolls placed in several homes were won by James Wolfe, Bette Kern, Raymond Bowersox, and Carol Serino. The magazine drive came to a successful conclusion with a drawing in which Barbara Laird won a radio and William Roots, a phonograph. Business Managers: Senior High School, Prudence Adams; Junior High School, Elaine Krieger. Faculty Business Managers: Miss Esther L. Curtis, Miss Margaret M. Clelland. Special Award Winners: Barbara Laird, William Roots. High Salesmen for Senior High: Betsy Mirro, Thomas Obrzut. High homeroom for Senior High: Miss Poxon's. Secretaries: Left to right: Seated Thomas Nuzzalo, Adeline Cesari, Sally Eshelman, Nancy Huff, Jo Ann Dente, Barbara Havard. Second Row Barbara Killeri, Mona Morgan, Rita De Nisco, Lottie Mikolaichik, Beverly Savino, Sara Trischitta, Catherine Fonzo. Third Row-Norman Morse, Nancy Edwards, Joan Donnora, Rosemary Wierbowski, Roberta Howells, Maria Montante. Absent-Thomas Salvaggio, Santo Insalaco, Fred Pello, Vincent Mirro, Marlene Occhiato, Barbara Keim, Diana Menichini, Richard Hines, Edna Barnhart. 49 Cheer-up Doll Finders: sox, Carol Serino. Kern, Ray Bower- High Salesmen for Junior High: Tina Butera. Joseph Costello, CHAPEL PROGRAM PART! C l PANTS - . . 11' A, J. F l' . S d hrs! Row-R. Hughes, M. Bainbridge, C. Howells, RoquTTs' 113312211: g?g;obgism.l$miyetti. elce econ N. Huff. Serond Rou' B. Rogers, J. Alexander, N. ' Volpetti, s. Sykes, B. Stead. Christine Winslow Bettie Ann Rogers Norma Gregori Nancy Davies, Jane Lewis Richard Havard, Thomas Nuzzalo Bruce Belding w Eirst Row-B. Rogers, C. Emigh, J. Haddock, D. First Rou' M. Spinelli, K. Kizis. Second Rozl' PanZItta, E. Stead. Second R021 R. Rossi, D. Avery, .Jones, R. Hughes,S.Sa1vaggio. W. Castellani. 50 ATHLETE Gaze in wonder at the athlete: Of wondrous form and fair? His list of honors is yea long, As he makes us well aware. CHAMPIONS ,! e; wwm$1 ?WW 1;; X ? rs! a ' l ' A L Ki Left to right: First Row-Donald MacDonald, Terrell Salerno, Daniel Tambur, Kenneth Howell, Clifford Melberger, Josep Nardone, David Alberigi, Robert Tambur, Francis Belmont, George Menn, Ned Wicks. Second Row Raymond Crisci, Paul Wat son, Donald Lloyd, Robert Bierly, Donald Chaump, Merle Bainbridge, Joseph Miller, Nicholas Volpetti, Melvin Montanye, Ronalc WEST PITTSTON HIGH SCHOOL .3... - -- A. .haua 4-. MI! M.- .r 77?: i iner, Jack Watson. Third Row-Robert Todd, James Smith, eonard Brown, Richard Frushon, Gordon Williams, Donald ells, Sam Capone, Sam Cipolla, Dick Havard, Fred Williams, mes Harned. CHAMPIONSHIP FOOTBALL TEAM 53' David Alberigi Merle Bainbridge scored a 33-0 win. Coaches: Left to righte Mr. Thomas, Mr. Jones. Managers George James Smith 0 Robert Tambur 54 Robert Bierly The undefeated Rams of 055 with fifteen returning letter- men compiled a total of 409 points in nine games to win the West Side Conference Championship. The season opener against Edwardsville resulted in a 38-7 victory, with Bob Tambur scoring two touchdowns and Gordy Williams converting three times. The Shickshinny Indians were easily vanquished as we A contributing factor in the continuation of our winning streak was Wyomingts eleven fumbles. Lenny Brown scored two touchdowns on passes as West Pittston was victorious 74-0. In a game that was post- poned twice by a hurricane, the Rams whipped West Wyoming 53-13 with a dazzling intercep- tion by Nick Volpetti. 0 Robert Todd Samuel Cipolla Richard Havard Joseph Nardone The following game was a significant one, as we defeated our yearly rival, Pittston, 20-7. H Westmoreland was the next opponent to feel the effect of the Green Wave. They were set back 38-0 with Melvin Montanye scoring three times for the Rams. We toppled our arch-rival, Forty Fort, 58-0. In this game we managed to: m capture the championship of the West Side Conference t2i achieve our seventh straight win for the season t3T stop the ttFlyers' winning streak and extend our own scoring streak to thirty-seven straight games. On a snow-soaked field we defeated St. Johns 43-0. Merle Bainbridge, an outstanding Split-T quarterback, ran and passed for the first two touchdowns to pilot the team to its one- sided win. On November 24, we amply repaid Exeter for the previous years loss as the West Pittston Rams defeated them in a traditional Turkey Day game by a score of 53-7. This was the climax to a highly successful season. Just as important as the winning of the much-coveted West Side Conference Champion- ship were the honors given to the team by their own townspeople. David Alberigi was chosen for the Wyoming Valley A11 Scholastic Team, and the Rams were presented with pens, pins, jackets, and three turkey dinners by proud members of our ccmmunity. The team further commended Merle Bainbridge for his fine contributions to the success of the Touchdown Terrors of West Pittston High School by electing him captain. Nicholas Volpetti John Watson Gordon Williams 55 BASKETBAL The 1956 edition of the Rams Basketball Team, one of the tallest in Wyoming Valley,s history, completed a successful season with a record of twenty wins and five losses. To set the pace for the season, the Rams won all five exhibition games with Tunkhannock, a new rival; Taylor; Hughestown; Wilkes-Barre Township ; and ouretraditional opponents, the Alumni Association. The first four games of the league season were a com- bination of two wins and two losses. At this point began a winning streak which continued through eight games. In one of these games, with Forty Fort, the Rams com- bined the speed of the backcourt men with the height of the pivot men, Charles Hayes, 6' 2 and Robert Clarke, 6' 9 , to chalk up 106 points, the largest number in any conference game of the 1956 season. The winning streak, broken by a loss to Luzerne, continued again for five con- secutive games. We then met Edwardsville in the Wilkes College gym in a game to determine the champions of the second half of the Valley League season. In this game which ran into an overtime period, we were defeated by two points. For the first time, the Rams journeyed to the Bloomsburg Tournament held at that state teach- erst college. A game with a Class A school, Pottsville, resulted in our elimination from the tourna- ment. Although we won no championship, we were the only team to have two players choseh for the starting lineup on the Valley All Star Team, Robert Clarke and Gordon Williams. We recelved fur- ther recognition when Gordon Williams was voted the most valuable player in this annual Dream Game. In an important, but perhaps not so spectacular manner, the teamwork of the Rams was assisted by the fine playing of the six Seniors, John Mulhall, Merle Bainbridge, Nicholas Volpetti, Donald Grodis, Robert Hughes, and J oseph Nardone, and the four J unior members, J erome Kosloski, Charles Hayes, Donald Lloyd, and Joe Miller. West Pittston ......... 79 West Pittston ........ 60 West Pittston ........ 90 West Pittston ........ 47 West Pittston ........ 75 West Pittston ........ 83 West Pittston ........ 58 West Pittston ........ 95 West Pittston ....... '106 Left to right: SeatedeJerome Kosloski, Robert Hughes, Nicholas Volpetti, Charles Hayes. StandingrDonald Thomas Christian tCoachL AbsenteDonald Lloyd. Wyoming ............ 58 Shickshinny .......... 66 Exeter ............... 61 Pittston .............. 50 Larksville ............ 68 Luzerne .............. 72 Edwardsville ......... 57 Plains ............... 45 Forty Fort ........... 62 SCORES West Pittston ........ 85 West Pittston ........ 72 West Pittston ........ 71 West Pittston ........ 41 West Pittston ........ 85 West Pittston ........ 70 West Pittston ........ 87 West Pittston ........ 98 West Pittston .- ....... 53 Play-OE for second half championship: West Pittston 54. . . .Edwardsville 56 VARSITY BASKETBALL Exeter ............... 61 Shickshinny .......... 57 Edwardsville ......... 63 Luzerne .............. 47 Forty Fort ........... 57 Plains ............... 57 Larksville ............ 70 Pittston .............. 56 Wyoming ............ 48 Joseph Miller, Joseph Nardone, Merle Bainbridge, rodis, John Mulhall, Robert Clarke, Gordon Williams, TRACK CHAMPIONS Left to right: First Row-Richard Galloway, Michael Bianco, Ned Wicks, Robert Bartlett, Dave Carpenter, Ronald Schoner, Donald MacDonald, Jay Woods, Mickey Melberger, Thomas Stout, Robert Hughes, Robert Tambur, William Dankulich. Second Row-Clayton Kinsey, Nicholas Volpetti, Donald Grodis, James Smith, David Bartlett, Charles Hayes, Donald Chaump, Gordon Williams, Robert Howe, Donald Wells, Richard Havard, Merle Bainbridge, Frank Agati, Francis Belmont. Third Row Thomas Martin, Willard Hunter, Robert Farer, Cataldo Saitta, Lucius Duncan, Allan Wicks, John Wills, Ronald Shiner, Ronald Rogers, Robert Bierly, Michael Harned, Sam Giamber, Daniel Tambur, Joseph Bohan, Michael Cefalo, Edward Levandoski. District two P. I. A. A. Class B track champion is West Pittston High School for the eleventh time in thirteen years. By winning the 1955 Championship, West Pittston tied a record held by Forty Fort of five successive years of victory in District 2 track. By winning this year, a new record has been established which will probably stand for many years. West Pittston also holds the following all time District Two records: 180 yard low hur- dles, 1953; 440 yard dash, 1953; 880 yard relay, 1953; 1 mile run, 1955. The 1956 team led by eight seniors was exceptionally strong and several boys were unbeaten in both Class A and Class B com- petition. Donald MacDonald, Roberthartlett, Rob- ert Hughes, and Gordon Williams won the two 59 Mr. Jones, Mr. Brown Assistant Coaches mile event of the Emmett Jordan Memorial Relayis in the time of 8:43.1 to establish a new recor . ' This year the team coached by Mr. Ayre, Mr. Brown, and Mr. Jones won all meets and compiled the following scores: CLASS B West Pittston. . .61 Tunkhannock . . .30 West Pittston. . .765 Wyoming ....... 415 West Pittston . . .725 Forty Fort ...... 455 CLASS A ' West Pittston. . .645 Kingston ........ 535 West Pittston. . .63 Scranton Tech. . .55 West Pittston. . .89 Plymouth ....... 29 In the District Meet, held at Scranton, West Pittston compiled 94 51.6 points beating our rivals by a wide margin. All participants who earned first or second place at the district meet became eligible to compete at Pennsylvania State University in the State Meet on May 26. GYM TZAM Those whose talents lean toward gymnastics have ample opportunity to display them at the annual gym team exhibi- tion. This year both the participants and the audience enjoyed the performance, which was under the direction of Mrs. Thomas Llewellyn and Mr. Elwood Swingle. The boys' and girls' teams alternately performed on the rings, parallel bars, and the other apparatus. The drills and dances of the Junior High Girls were executed with precision, and the colorful square dance done by the Senior High Boys' and Girls, teams brought this annual project to a successful close. BOYS' GYM TEAM Left to right: First RoweRobert Hines, Anthony Killeri, Leonard Yankosky, John Ramage, Leon Obrzut, Richard Woods, Francis Callahan, James Schollenberger, Ronald Serfoss, Patrick Falzone, Leonard Insalaco, Fred Mariani, Albert Occhiato, Glenn VanTuyle, John Occhiato, Thomas Medico, Charles Medico, Donald MacDonald, William Rutledge. Second RoweJohn Shaughnessy, Richard Jones, Adam Dankulich, Edward Levandoski, John Stanko, Arthur Davis, Steven LaTorre, William Brown, William Davis, Kenneth Howell, David Brown, Raymond Crisci, Michael Horan, Michael Harned, Donald George, Donald Wells, Robert Tambur, Frank Agati. Third RoweRonald Shiner, Robert Ferretti, Michael Bianco, Clifford Melberger, Paul LaNunziata, Robert Bartlett, Thomas Obrzut, Anthony Dolphi, Joseph Bohan, Michael Cordora, Terrell Salerno, Jay Woods, Samuel Giamber, Michael Cefalo, Daniel Tambur, Charles Sands, Dale Matthews, Keith Irace. 60. GlRLS GYM TEAMS SENIOR HIGH GIRLS' GYM TEAM Left to right: First Row-Harriet Howell, Anne Rutledge, Anna Sompel, Judith LaNunziata, Concetta Cordora, Helen Mikoliczyk, Betsy Mirro, Edna Levandoski, Susan Bainbridge, Barbara Keim, Maureen Fadden, Claire Rindgen. Second R0w Marlene Occhiato, Sandra Dietrich, Paula Davis, Carolyn LaNunziata, J oyce Havard, Beverly MacCart- ney, Roberta Howells, Betty Lou Simonson, Gail Krise, Marianne Zack, Helen Knoll, Mrs. Thomas Llewellyn Directon. JUNIOR HIGH GIRLS' GYM TEAM Left to right: First Row Ann Marie Manganiello, Mary McNamara, Carol Bahl, Lynne Stockton, Mary Jane Prischak, Barbara Rowlands, Norma Jean Brooks, Rosemary Aroshus, Nancy Poder, Tina Butera, Carolyn Horan, Ann Whittaker, Angela Stanko, Carol Lepore, Sally Diehl, Sandra Smith, Rebecca Harris, Carol Brennan, Grace In- salaco, Barbara Evans, Ellen Evans. Second Row Kay Dymond, Carolyn King, Carol Wells, Nancy Howe, Carol Schoner, Carol Bath, Patricia Horan, Nancy Belpulsi, Charlotte Brown, Charlotte Shive, Claire McCormick, Rebecca Monk, Carol Wills, Roseann Serino, Jean Parente, Irene Marks, Judy Behlke, Pamela Jones, Lorraine Menn, Phyllis Seiple, Louise Phethean, Janice Schoonover. Third Row Mata Adrian, Sharon Wills, Cai'ol Mitchell, Carol Serino, Linda Tinklepaugh, Mary Kathrine Stets, Ann Stead, Elizabeth Eggen, Betty Montanye, Melanie Menichetti, Marietta Cefalo, Joan Hines, Peggy Evans, Pamela Reedy, Shirley MacDonald, Grace Shannon, Bette. Kern, Nancy Weimer, Barbara Crisci, Georgeann Phethean. 61 JUNIOR VARSITIES JUNIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL Left to right: Seated-Harold Seiple woachx Donald Chaump, Ned Wicks, Francis Belmont, Melvin Montanye, Thomas Stout, Leonard Spinelli. Standinwailliam Touhill, Lee Havard, Gerard Zezza, Allan Wicks, Ronald Rogers, Joseph Miller, Ross DeNisco, Thomas Martin, Louis DeGennaro. JUNIOR VARSITY FOOTBALL Left to right: First Row Michae1 Bianco, Lawrence Ventre, Robert Cavalari, Garry Vincelli, Paul LaNunziata, ; Donald Tonkin, Daniel Thomas. Second Row Char1es Medico, Harold Schollenberger, Dick Galloway, Paul Berkant, Peter Dominic, Francis Wesley, Alfred Brunacci, Bill Rutledge. Third Row Ronald Rogers, Michael Harned, Willard Hunter, Gary Werts, Dominick Occhiato, Gerard Zezza, Joseph Miller, Thomas Stout. Fourth Row Haro1d Seiple woacm, Cataldo Saitta, Fred Lombardo, Allan Wicks, Michael Cordora, Sanford Scalzo, William Roots, Frank Agati. 62 BOOSTERS Alpaugh 8; Barnes Balcomb's Flower Shop Baronds Pharmacy Bendest Sunoco Service Station Mr. and Mrs. Robert N. Bierly Byron,s Photography Studio Mr. and Mrs. Robert Campbell Mr. and Mrs. Sam J . Capone Carpentefs Greenhouses Class of 1906 Mr. and Mrs. Robert Comstock Mr. and Mrs. Michael Cordora Mr. and Mrs. Frank R. Cree Mr. Charles Delahunty DeLuca's Music Co. Dymondk Grocery Store Mr. and Mrs. Howard J . Fear, Sr. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Felice Mr. and Mrs. Ernest W. Fisher Franconi Auto Parts A Friend Grablick's Dairy, Inc. Grablicks Milk Bar Greenwaldk Herbert P. Gregory, Insurance Harris' Restaurant Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Hayes Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Hazle Mr. and Mrs. Elwood Hines Harold E. Howell, Funeral Home Mr. Baltis Homeroom Mrs. Barnes' Homeroom Mr. Brown's Homeroom Mr. Cavan,s Homeroom Mrs. Clarkys Homeroom Miss Clelland's Homeroom Miss Curtis Homeroom Miss Feafs Homeroom Miss Gates' Homeroom Miss Green's Homeroom Mrs. Harris' Homeroom Mrs. Hine,s Homeroom Mr. J ones, Homeroom Miss KuschePs Homeroom Miss Langforws Homeroom Miss MacGufflds Homeroom Mr. UConnell's Homeroom Miss Petersofs Homeroom 63 Miss Poxon,s Homeroom Mr. Seiplds Homeroom Mr. Shafefs Homeroom Mr. Shocks Homeroom Miss Steelds Homeroom Mr. Swingle,s Homeroom Mr. Thomay Homeroom Miss Trieblds Homeroom Dr. Wyllids Homeroom Mr. and Mrs. James Huff Mr. and Mrs. John W. Hughes Mr. and Mrs. Jarrett W. Jennings . W. H. Kennedy . and Mrs. C. Everitt LaBarre Mr. and Mrs. Andrew W. Lewis . and Mrs. S. B. Martin Mr. and Mrs. Clifford C. Melberger Mr. and Mrs. Lester G. Metz Dr. and Mrs. Joseph J . Miller Nardonek Restaurant Norris and Harries Obrzut Pharmacy Mr. and Mrs. Robert T. UConnell Mr. and Mrs. Dominick Panzitta Pastime Recreation Penn Television Miss Anna M. Peterson Mr. and Mrs. A. John Portelli Mr. and Mrs. Fred T. Repp Miss Mary Richards Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Roots Royal Shoe Service Mr. and Mrs. Steryl L. Serfoss Mr. William Snowden Scott,s Fairlawn Store Stella s Market Mr. and Mrs. Warren E. Strubeck Mr. and Mrs. Jay S. Sykes R. F. Tilley, Hauling Tony,s Barber Shop West Pittston Alumni Association West Pittston Parent Teacher Assn. West Pittston Welding Shop West Pittston Youth Center West Side Grocery West Side Gulf Service Station Wicks J ewelry Store Mr. and Mrs. John Winslow PATRONS Mr. and Mrs. Gus Adrian Mr. and Mrs. Charles Alaimo Mr. and Mrs. J oseph Andaloro Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas J . Arcola Miss Ann E. Aroshus Mr. and Mrs. James T. Ayre Mr. and Mrs. Joe Bahl Miss Doris Baker Mr. and Mrs. Joseph P. Bianco The Bittingers Bonser,s Service Station Bovaan Service Station Miss J oyce E. Brown Mr. and Mrs. William Brown Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Capone Mr. and Mrs. Gerard Cavan Mr. and Mrs. Joseph A. Chiampi Mr. Fred Chiavacci Miss Louise Chiavacci Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Cipolla Mr. and Mrs. Eugene G. Clarke Mrs. Michael Clarke Mr. and Mrs. Carl R. Clelland Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Davies Mr. and Mrs. Charles DeRose Miss Carol E. Dickinson Mr. and Mrs. J ohn H. Dickinson Dressler Pharmacy Embelton Electric Ferretfs Service Station A Friend Mr. and Mrs. J oseph Fusco Mr. and Mrs. Hollie M. Galloway Garden Village Bakery Miss Bertine Gates Mr. and Mrs. David Gravell Miss Marjorie Green Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Grodis Mr. and Mrs. Philip Harris Mr. and Mrs. Edward Havard Mr. and Mrs. Morlyn Hensley Mrs. Ida Howell Mr. and Mrs. Joseph T. J ennings Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Jones Mrs. Paul Keim Kings Food Market . Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Krleger Miss Myra B. Kuschel Mr. and Mrs. Coridon Lloyd Miss Esther Lloyd Dr. and Mrs. Donald C. MacDonald Miss Norine H. MacGuffie Mrs. Minnie B. MacLellan Mr. Joseph McGarry Mr. and Mrs. James Manganiello Mr. and Mrs. Garner Mapston Mr. and Mrs. Walter E. Margie Mr. and Mrs. Victor Menichini Dr. and Mrs. Harry R. Milkman Mr. and Mrs. Clifton F. Miller Mr. and Mrs. Clifton C. Miller, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Antonio Mirro Mr. and Mrs. Robert F. Morgan Mr. and Mrs. Francis Mulcahy Mr. and Mrs. Ralph J . Norris Mr. Karl Oliver Mr. and Mrs. Edwin J . Owens Mr. David S. Panzitta Penn Television Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Phillips Mr. Dino Pieri Miss Regina Pieri Miss Hilda B. Poxon Miss Mary Richards Mr. and Mrs. Henry Rindgen Mr. and Mrs. John Rindgen Mr. and Mrs. E. Ronald Rogers Mr. Allan Rose Ross s Store Mr. and Mrs. Robert J . Rowland Mr. and Mrs. Salato Salerno Mr. and Mrs. Fred Sassaman Mr. and Mrs. Harold E. Seiple Mr. J . Richard Shafer Dr. T. W. Shoemaker Mr. Wilbur Smiles Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Stauffer Miss Marguerite L. Steele Mrs. Franlis L. Stets Bile Superette Mrs. George Swan Mr. and Mrs. E. Olin Thomas Mr. and Mrs. Leon VanTuyle Vincellfs Grocery Store Mr. and Mrs. J ames Watson Rev. and Mrs. Paul D. Wells Mr. and Mrs Charles Werts West Pittston Recreation Mrs. Margaret D. Williams Mr. and Mrs. R. Chester Williams Dr. Doris E. Wyllie PRINTED av LA BARRE PRINTING C WEST PITTSTON. FA. 0 n 1? v $ ,. --u--.-- :twurkfr 4,- g. ,7 a y w .. m u v4 - --u--wul-w mu arch gm-.. .5: avg. sr'rnn..Au-o .'... - u... I . --u v nvnw .uw-y 1v ..- ' vx u uni .. x