West Side High School - Lamp Yearbook (Newark, NJ)

Text from Pages 1 - 88 of the 1957 volume:

dedication We, the Class of January 1957. would like to take this opportunity to show our appreciation to our beloved parents. They, together with our teachers, have enhanced our times of happiness and minimized our moments of despair. They have instilled in us high spiritual and moral standards. This book is hereby dedicated to our parents in the hope that it will convey to them our deepest thanks and humble gratitude. 2 Administration Congratulations to the Class of January 1957. You have attained one of life’s big goals. Do not underrate its value. Above all do not overrate it. It is a significant accomplishment which should merely lead on to greater achievements. You should be able to think objectively, dispassionately and with some judgment. You should be planning to read a worth while book every week. These are simple yet important accomplishments. “Quit you like men; be strong! Francis B. Snavely PRINCIPAL Edgar K. Dawson VICE PRINCIPAL Class Advisers Esther Norton Leonard Friedman 5 Helen A. Clarke YEARBOOK ADVISER Mildred Leaycraft 6 CLASS COUNSELOR languages mathematics social studies science 8 librarians office staff physical education guidance staff yearbook typing committee 10 Charles Abruxxo Charlie A little nonsense now and then. Is relished by the best of men. Co-Captain. Football Team; Track Team; Hall Patrol; G.W.A.; Chorus; Stage Crew; Service Club. Marie Eva Alberti Little Mane She's small in sue. But her thoughts are wise. Service Club; SWACS; Financial Committee of G.W.A.; Bowling Club; G-W.A. Doris Elaine Alston Her ways are ways of pleasantness.1 Senior Reception Committee. Mercedes Lina Antao -Tee Her dancing eyes send forth light. And makes the darkest places light National Honor Society; Business Honor Society; SWACS; G.W. A.; Sales Agent. Westoman; Pro and Con Club; Service Club; P.T.S.A.; Decorating Committee. Joyce Mary Allison Joy Financial Committee of G.W. A.; Service Club; P.T.S.A.; G.W.A. 12 Jcttic M. Barber Jet Gloria Ann Armento Glore Her jolly ways, and friendly style; Never without her wonderful smile.” G.W.A.; SWACS; P.T.SA. A smile for every friend. And a friend for every smile. Colorguard; Band. Prom Committee; Library Club; Chorus; Glee Club; G.W.A.: Senior Reception Committee; SWACS; Play Committee. t '''ft ' Naomi Bennett Chink” She is agreeable and full of tun. And she is liked by everyone. G W.A.; SWACS; Senior Prom; Dramateers. Elaine Bcrri •Laughing and talking all the day. Always has something witty to say.” G.W.A. Homeroom Representative; Senior Senator of Homeroom; Service Club; SWACS; Prom Committee. June Phyllis Biebel Frenchie ••A smile for every girl, two for every boy.' Play Committee; Chorus; Attendance Office Staff; GW.A. 13 Sidney Bregman Sid He likes to work, no better than the rest. Aaron Brcgman Ron Neither careless nor too gay. not too studious, not too sad. G.W.A. Bernice Ellenmaric Brinkley Bunny She is attractive, and neat as can be. A sweeter smile you never will see. Latin Club; French Club; G.W.A. Bob Bruno Yuz Agreeable athlete, his good looks are liked by everyone. Varjity Football; Decorating Committee; Hall Patrol; Stage Crew. M Elaine Theresa Bruno Laine “There is a cute angel known as Elaine. To make Joe happy is her aim. G.W.A.; Business Honor Society; Service Club; P.T.S.A. Margaret Caroline Burgey Margo “Laughing and talking all the day. Always has something witty to say. Financial Committee; Attendance Office; G.W.A.; Banker. Josephine Caldcrone Jo Worry let it run away. Live a Hie and live it gay. Yearbook Typing Committee; G.W.A.; Assistant Banker; Attendance Office; P.T.S.A.; Senior Play Committee; Stage Crew. Phyllis Calamusa Phyl Her charm and the brightness of her smile will linger with us for a long, long while. Secretary, SWACS; Senior Senator; Senior Reception Committee; Service Club; Italian Club; P.T.S.A.; Prom Committee; Bowling Club; G.W.A. Representative. Janet Lee Byron Stubs For nature made her what she is. And not another like her. G.W.A.; Hall Patrol; P.T.S.; Westoman Staff; Homeroom Representative; Stage Crew; Service Club. 15 ft Eleanor Camy Doll Quiet in manner and always kind. A friend like Eleanor is hard to find. Library Club. President; Secretary. Biol-ogy Club; Latin Club; French Club; Science Club; Swimming Club; G.W A. Bob Anthony Cantillo Many a dull class has been brightened by his witty remarks. G.W.A.; Hall Patrol. Donald James Carlin Don •He can be quiet, he can be gay. All in his own kind, friendly, way. Thomas James Casciano Tom Tom's talent is excelled by few. With him around, you're never blue. Variety Show; G.W.A. Representative; J.V. Football; J.V. Baseball; Senior Reception Committee; French Club; Dramatcers. Lenny Cardinalc Lenny Bird He's full of mischief and fun But a fellow liked by everyone. G.W.A.; Hall Patrol. 16 Gcorgcann Cavallaro Georg! A cute and gay little chick. It this girl that's mighty slick. GW.A.-Alternate; P.T.S.A.; Reception Committee; G.W.A. 17 Marie Josephine Cifclli Cifelli To worry little, study lets. Is my idea of Happmeit. Service Club; Hall Patrol; G.W.A.; P.T.S.A.; Stage Crew. Richard Cobb Elvis G.W.A. I’ve been dying tor four years, now I'm going to live. Paris Julius Cook Pete Handsome, shea with girls all around good guy.1' Visual Aids. m Robert Louis Cole Bob Athletic, cheerful, and full of fun. Bob is popular with everyone. Co-Captain, Varsity Football Team; Varsity Track Team; Varsity Swimming Team; Vice President. G.W.A.; P.T.S.A.; Alternate Senior Senator; Senior Reception Committee; Italian Club; Dramatic Club; Wes Ionian; Stage Crew; Visual Aids; Homeroom Representative; G.W.A.; Manager. Football Team; Cat ter a Assistant, Show Shop; Yearbook; Guidance Office Assistant; Trio. P.T.S.A. Varsity Show. Gail Verona Cooper Continual cheerfulness it a sign of wisdom. Swimming Club; SWACS; Library Club Wesfonian Staff; G.W.A.; Senior Senator Senior Play Committee; Senior Reception Homeroom Banker; Glee Club; Prom Committee; P.T.S.A. Shcaly Crumcl Shelman If half we tell the girls were true. The world would certainly be in a stew. French Club; Latin Club; Visual Aids; G.W.A.; Track; Glee Club; Mixed Chorus; Cross Country. Birdie Mac Davis Bert •Winning personality and a sweet smile, A gentle lass crowned with success. John Thomas Cox Irish His ability has won our esteem. He's an asset to any team. Varsity Football; Varsity Track; Variety Show; G.W.A. Representative; Hall Patrol; Senior Reception Committee. Philip Joseph D'Abbicri Do A fellow with a quiet way. When called upon knows what to say. G.W.A. Carol Ann Davit Cara Wisdom is the abstract ol the past, but beauty is the promise of the future. Wcstooian. Fashion Column; Library Club; Science Club; Swimming Club; Photography; G W.A.; P.T.S.; Senior Reception Committee. Nelson DcCarvalho Nick A fellow with a Quiet way. When called upon knows what to say. G.W.A.; Senior Reception Committee. Frances Diana Smily Bright and pleasant, sweet and nee. Lots of pep and lots of spice. Hall Patrol; G.W.A.; Reception Committee, Recreation Office. Frances DcNardis Frannie Baby Her eyes are big. her smile is bright. Her heart is won without a fight. Twirlers; Service Club; G.W.A. Simon Bolivar DcGuxman Moeny Never careless, always glad. Always studious, never sad. Soccer Team. Manager Basketball Team; Visual Aids; G.W.A.; Cross Country; Junior Achievement. 19 Mary Ann DiCataldo Her happy smile and gaiety bright. Have added much to her friends delight. G.WA.; P.T.SA.; Senior Play Committee; Yearbook Committee; Attendance Office; Hall Patrol. Jerry DiPisa The Hook His witty test, hit frequent smile, Makes his friendship well worth while. Bate ball Team; G.W.A.; Hall Patrol; Yearbook Committee. Rosemarie Ann Donofrio Ro Always charming, always sweet. Just the girl you'd like to meet. Swimming Club member; Latin Club; G.WA.; Senior Reception; Stage Crew; Prom Committee. Usherette; P.T.SA. Frances Catherine Ditta Fran Her charm and the brightness of her smile, Will linger with us tor a long, long while. Biology Club President; Vice-President. Italian Club; Library Club; G.WA. Representative; G.W.A. Member; Swimming Club; F.T.A. Secretary; Yearbook Committee. Charles Francis Dwyer ’Chat Joking and smiling, he's sure to get by. There’ll be success for this friendly guy. ' Hall Patrol; Service Club; G.W.A. Virginia Rose Faresc Ginger A jovial tmifr and twinkling eyes. A toy lot laugh and never a sigh. President. Business Honor Society; Twirl-ers. Co-Captain; SWACS. Treasurer, GW.A. Alternate; Prom Committee Bowling Club; P.T.S.A.; Stage Crew. Marilyn Ferguson Mar So sweet and gentle. So quiet and sentimental. G.W A. Member; Civil Service Club; Attendance Office; Hall Patrol. Marie Fowlkes Renee Quiet and shy, but always sweet. That's why Mane's company is always a treat.” Library Club; Band; Service Club; Weston-'an; G.W.A.; Senior Reception. Mary Ann Denise Fidcr Mare A snappy line, an engaging grin. The hearts of many men she'll win. G W.A.; P.T.S A.; Mixed Chorus; Senior Reception Committee Vincent John Frantantoni Fronton He's laughing, oking all day long. For this friendly lad, life's one big song. G.W .; Visual Aids. N. Alan Frcicrmuth Freier A friendly fellow, full of jest. As a pel, he's one of the very best. Varsity Basketball; Varsity Baseball; Band; Orchestra; G.W.A. 22 Frances Gincx Fran” There's a smile on her lips. And a twinkle in her eyes. Secretary. Spanish Club; G.W.A. Helen Theresa Gcklinsky Chippy Doll Never gloomy, never sad. Always happy, always glad. Band; G.W.A.; P.T.S.A. Representative. Mary Louise Giorlando “Midge She lookt like an angel and act like one too, But you never can tell what an angel will do.” French Club; G W.A. Representative; P.T.S.A.; Bowling Club; Yearbook Committee; Senior Reception Committee. Florence Marilyn Gockclcr “Flo Her knowledge is plenty, and admired by many.” Business Honor Society; President. SWACS; G W A.; Senior Reception Committee, Yearbook Committee. Bowling Club; Swimming Club; Biology Club; Usherette; Typist, Wes toman; Typist. Yearbook. Suzanne Gura “Sue Witty, lively, and lull of fun. Yet one who usually gets work done.” Secretary, President. G.W.A.; SWACS; Library Club, Service Club; Math Club; Vice-President, Bowling Club; Swimming Club. Senior Senator; Yearbook Committee; Usherette; Senior Reception Committee; P.T.S.A. Charles Fred Grippaldi Chuck” ”Nice looking and likes to talk.' G.W.A. Dorothy K. Goodman “Dotty” ”Whatever she does she does well. She's smart, energetic and simply swell. National Honor Society; Manager, Band and Orchestra; G.W.A.; P.T.S.A.; Secretary, Science Club; Biology Laboratory Assistant; French Club; Math Club; SWACS; Yearbook Committee. Senior Reception Committee; Biology Club, Swimming Club, Mixed Chorus. Glee Club. 23 Barbara Ann Gufowski Bobbie Full of fun and mischief too. She hat the charm possessed by few. Twirler; Class Treasurer; Senior Reception Committee; Senior Prom Committee; G.W.A.; Service Club: Alternate Homeroom Banker. Spanish Club; SWAC; Yearbook Typing Committee. Playbook Typing Committee. George Haug '•Haugie To worry less, to study lets. Is his idea of happiness. G.W.A.; Hall Patrol. Carl J. Hoclcl •This calm fellow is not given to worry He never frets nor does he hurry. Ronald Hoffman Ron Bright and cheerful in every class. His smile always gets him past. Band; Orchestra; G.W.A.; Yearbook Committee. Lcnard William Hipp Lenny Happy is he throughout the day. Never a care comes his way. Service Club; G.W.A.; Hall Patrol. 24 Arlene Nancy Hoyle ft Like? sports, full of fun. She's a hit with everyone. President. Bowling Club; Secretary and Treasurer. Swimming Club; Latin Club; Usherette; P.T.S.A.; Stage Crew; Senior Reception Committee. 25 Eddie Anderson Jordan Lover Boy A talkative chap a friend to a . With an air of mischief known by ell. G.W.A.; Homeroom Alternate Senator; Homeroom G.W.A. Representative; Varsity Football; Varsity Track; Varsity Cross-Country Team. Stanley Ed Koxa Stan” Not too serious, not too gay. Just a friend in every way. G.W.A.; Football Team; Bowling Club; Visual Aids. Anatolij Kulyk Tommy” In the field of soccer he's sure to excell. In fact there's nothing he can't do well. Captain. Soccer Team; Senior Alternate Senator; G.W.A. Ralph Kunxc Kraut Ralph is really one swell guy. And as a friend he's rated high. Junior Varsity Basketball and Baseball; Captain. Varsity Basketball; Captain. Baseball Squads; G.W.A. Representative; G.W A. Richard William Kuzma Birdseed In his manner he's serious and steady. But for a ioke he's always ready. Dance Band; Band; Orchestra; Senior Reception Committee; G.W.A.; Dramatcers; P.T.S.A.; J.V. Baseball. 26 Sondra Ruth Lampach Sandy A rare combination of character and looks. Weston.an Sales Agent; G.W.A.; P.T.S.A.; Glee Club; Mixed Chorus; Guidance Office Monitor. Walter Andrew Lashuk Walt Men of lew words. Are often the best kind of men. G.W.A.; Service Club; J.V. Basketball. Howard Charles Lanno Howie His talents are more of a silent kind. G.W.A.; Service Club. William Lee Tho General To love is to know the experiences which eternity extracts from life. J.V. and Varsity Basketball Teams; Cross Country Team; Track Team; Spanish Club; G.W.A.; Mixed Chorus; Glee Club; Yearbook Committee. Rose Marie Leo Ro Laughing and talking all day long. With all her friends she gets along. G.W.A.; Senior Reception Committee; Senior Yearbook Committee; Senior Prom Committee; GW.A. Representative; G.W.A. Executive Committee; P.T.S.A. Vincent Frank Librixzi Vinnie Not too noisy, not too quiet. But when he gets started he's a riot.' Cross Country; Track; G.W.A. Ger.naro John Lepre Lop's Fond of sports, beauty, and laughter. Pleasure first, and studies after. Varsity Football Team; Homeroom Representative. G.W A.; Stage Crew; Hall Patrol. Peggy Joe Lewis Peg A pleasant way and knowing srrule. Makes knowing Peggy really worth while. Secretary. Library Club; Latin Club;G.W.A.; Service Club; Theatre Party; F.T.A. John Edward Lewis Jackie He is witty, he is neat. He's a guy that can't be beat. Corridor Pa trot; G.W.A. Dolores Martha Lucckino Dee 'V Gail Ruth Lilien She has eye of blue and complexion loir. And .� golden smile to match her hair. Secretary-Treasurer. French Club. National Honor Society; G.W.A. Representative; Treasurer. Bowling Club; Senior Play Committee; Westoman; June Commencement Usherette; Secretary. SWACS; West Winds; Biology Club; Science Club; P.T.S.A.; HR. Banker; Senior Reception Committee, Yearbook Typing Committee. Patricia Mary Luongo Patty If fun interferes with work. She forgets about the work. G.W.A.; Senior Reception Committee. Service Club; Library Club; Westoman; P.T.S.A.; SWACS. Pull of fun and mischief too. Doing things she shouldn't do. Prom Committee; Senior Reception Com mittee. Yearbook Comijytttce. G W A. Rose Marie Ludovico Lu-Lu A smile for every friend and a friend tor every smile. SWACS; Typist for Wes Ionian; G.W.A.; P.T.S.A. Jeanne E. Lutz “r Smiling face, carefree mind. Friends like Jeanne we seldom find. Twirlers ’5a - '55. Co-Maiorette ‘56; Class Treasurer; Ass't to School Treasurer; Business Honor Society; June Commencement Usherette; Senior Senator; Reception Decorating Committee; SWACS; Service Club; G.W.A. Representative; Receptionist; Yearbook Typing Committee. Peter Martakis Greek fond of beauty. sports and laughter. Pleasure first. and business after. Varsity Football Team; Track Team; G.W.A.; Senior Senator; Yearbook Committee: Italian Club; Senior Reception Committee; Visual Aids; School Dance Band; P.T.S.A.; Variety Show. Trio. 29 Dominick Anthony Martucci Don Don in football does so woil. We think that he is ;usf plain swoil. J.V. Football; Varsity Football; Track; G.W.A.; P.T.S.A.; Second Annual Variety Show. Shirley Ann Mataro Shirr Always naughty, c ever, sweet and nice. Full of fun. full of spice.” G W A.; Westonian Typist; P.T.S.A. Carolyn McCoy Bright Eyas No Spring nor Summer beauty hath such grace. At I have seen in one Autumnal face ” Library Club; G.W.A. Representative; Cafeteria Helper; Prom Committee; Senior Senator. Carolyn Francine McDougal Frankie She can be quiet, she can be gay. All in her friendly way. Orchestra; French Club; H.R. Banker; G.W.A. Lawrence J. Miloscia Larry A joyful guy alwavs with a smile. Makes our Larry a friend worthwhile. Latin Club; Bowling Club; Visual Aides; Senior Reception Committee: P.T.SA.; Swimming Team; G W A Member BO Lorraine Mittlcman Lor rie A girl that's cute and sweet. For her personality she can't be beat Westonian. SWACS; Lab Assistant; Biology Club; Typist For Play Book; Pro and Con Club; Senior Reception Committee. Bowl-ing Club; P.T.S A.; Service Club; G W A. Vivian Jane Molnar Cute and clever, naughty never, well hardly ever. GW.A.; Service Club; Hall Patrol; Chorus; GWA. Homeroom Representative; P.T.S.A. Anna Mac O'Grady Flame There's a smile on her face, there's a twinkle in her eye. G.W.A.; P.T.S.A. Rita Monteiro Rae A wit in school no doubt. But watch her when school is out. G.W.A.; Service Club; P.T.SA.; Playbook Committee; Senior Reception Committee; Yearbook Typing Committee. Doris Marie Palmisano Dar She is quiet and demure, maybe. But don't be too sure. Managers. Twirlers; G.W.A.; Senior Reception Committee; P.T.S.A.; Service Club; Westoman Reporter; SWACS. Theodora Julie Paticchio Teddy Eyes glorious as a midnight star. Hair shining as the Chestnuts are.' GWA.; Variety Show; Service Club. Elaine Lee Pashman E She looks like an angel, acts like one too. But you never can tell what an angel can do. Library Club; French Club; SWACS; Biology Club; Science Club; Biology Lab Assistant; G.W.A.; P.T.S.A. Richard Angelo Palumbo Richie With his oily ways and friendly style. He is never without a wonderful smile. J.V. Football; Corridor Patrol; G.W.A.; Service Club; Chorus; Glee Club; Wcs-tonian. Martin Joseph Pankiewicx ••Marfy. S lent Rank Pleasing personality, always a Gentlemen and a friend. Treasurer. Business Honor Society; Band; Orchestra; Dance Band; G.W.A. 31 Theresa Ann Peppe Tee Many a girl you'll meet. But never one so sweet G W A.; Service Club; Prom Committee; Decorating Committee. Mary Frances Pilkington Fran She may be quiet and demure. Maybe so. but don't be sure. SWACS; Biology Lab Assistant; Garden Club-Secretary; Spanish Club; Latin Club. Trudy Anne Perrault 'Frenchy , A snappy line an engaging grin. The heart of a certain man she'll win. G.W.A. Member. Elvira Marie Pilonc Vera Her smile is like sunshine. That freshens the day. G.W.A.; P.T.S.A.; G.W.A. Financial Committee. Senior Reception Committee; G W A. Alternate; Senior Senator; Service Club. Cclcstinc J. Picgaro Sally Short and Cute, and oh so Clever. Naughty Never! Well hardly ever! GW A Alternate. Yearbook Committee; Italian Club; Service Club; Glee Club. P.T.S.A ; Chorus 32 Dorothy Ann Plcchy Dottie A smite on her lips, laughter in her heart. That's our Dottie. right from the start. Busmen Honor Society; Twirler ; SWACS; H R Banker. P.T.S.A.; G W A Alternate; Usherette. Senior Reception Committee; Prom Committee. Swimming Club; Yearbook Typing Committee 33 Shirley Alice Radcn Lee She has a wonderful personality and a smile lor everyone. Swimming Club. G W.A. Prom Committee. Frances Diane Proto Fran Fran always provides lots ol lun. Laughing and talking till day is done G.W.A.; Reporter on Westonion; Italian Club; Dramatics Club; Senior Reception Committee. P.T.S.A Stella Ann Raimo Babe Her fnendthip it worth more than goId. Because it's something that can't be bought or told. G.W.A.; Hall Patrol; Banker; P.T.SA. 34 Patricia Dorothy Reilly ••Pat” Not ever moody, but always gay. Juit a good sport in every way. Twirlers; French Club; Dramatccrs; Bowling Club; Swimming Club; Senior Reception, Prom Committee. G.W.A.; P.T.S A.; Homeroom Banker; Chorus. Thomas Joseph Rcstivo Tommy Witty, letting, a flirt all around. A nicer guy can scarcely be found G.W.A.; P.T.SA.; Bowling Club. Sue Ann Rinsky Susie The witty ;est. the frequent smile. Make her fnendthip well worth while. SWACS; Pro and Con; Westoman Sales Agent; Service Club; G.W.A.; P.T.SA.; Decorating Committee. Peter Anthony Runfolo Pete A nicer fellow with a nicer way. It very difficult to find today G.W.A. President Two Terms; Senior Play Committee. Prom Committee; Bend; Orchestra; Dance Bend; P.T.S A ; Spanish Club; G W A ; G.W A. Representative; Stage Crew. Helen S«m Martin Red Our Helen's a Inend who is very rare. She's lun loving, sweet-looking, with wavy rod hair. Yearbook Committee; Bowling Club; Dra-matcers; Spanish National Honor Society; G.W A.; P.T.S.A.; Glee Club; Spanish Club; Treasurer of Bowling Club. Sandra Josephine Scacciaferro Sandy Bright and pleasant, sweet and nice. Lots of pep. and lots of spice. Cheerleader; G.W.A.; G.W A. Representative. Attendance. Senior Reception; Detention Office; Swimming Club; P.T.S.A.; Senior Senator; Prom Committee; Wcstoman. I Mark William Simon Mark With humor, brains, in one combined. A perfect fellow is here defined. Baseball Team; Latin Club; G.W A.; Hall Patrol. Barbara Georgette Scally Bobbie 'Bright and pleasant, sweet and nice. Lots of pep and lots of spice. Cheerleader. President. Science Club; Biol ogy Club; Latin Club; Swimming Club; G.W.A.; P.T.S.A.; Senior Reception Committee; Chorus. Homeroom Banker. Donald John Scaiano Ears A little learning, a little fun. That is Donnie all in one.” Varsity Football; Varsity Basketball; Varsity Baseball; P.T.S.A.; GW A. 35 Harvey Skolnick Harvey He likes to oke and (Oil and lough While on life's way he makes his path. Varsity Football; J.V. Football; Swimming Team; Bowling Club; Spanish Club; Visual Aids Club; Senior Reception; G.WA.; P.T.S.A. Jerald Solla Jerry For him the world is full of toys. But why do we seldom see him with boys? Vice President. G.WA.; Varsity Track Team; J.V. Basketball; Treasurer. Italian Club; Latin Club; Bowling Club; Drama-teers; Senior Reception; Wcstoman; Visual Aids; Yearbook; G.W.A.; P.T.S.A. Josephus W. Strigglcs Striggs Whenever wine, women and song appear. Look around and he'll be there. G.W.A Homeroom Representative; Outdoor Track; Cross Country; Mixed Chorus; Visual Aids; P.T.S.A. Stella Helen Sweeney Stel This girl is friendly, this girl is gay We think she's swell in every way.- SWACS; Service Club; P.T.S.A.. G.W a Linda Lou Springsteen Lynn Blond, brown eyed and full of tun. Linda is liked by everyone Twirlers; Spanish Club; SWACS; G.WA.; Homeroom Representative; Service Club: Alternate H.R. Banker; Senior Reception Committee; Senior Play Committee; P.T.S.A.; Yearbook Typing Committee. 36 Joy Josephine Taccctta Honey She's a gal whose cote and neat. Knowing her is a sure treat. G.W.A.; G.W.A. Representative; Hall Patrol; Senior Reception Committee. Roxanc Emma Tanscy Roxy” Always smiling, always kind. She's the lass you like to find.” French Club; Science Club. Swimming Club; Garden Club; Band. G.W A. Representative. G.W.A.; Senior Prom Committee; P.T.S.A.; Senior Reception Committee; SWACS; Biology Lab.; Biology Club; Senior Show; Mixed Chorus; Glee Club; Biology Lab. Assistant. Patricia Constance Termini Dee Dee Friends to her are a thing of bliss. She's liked by all. this friendly miss. Fourth Page Editor of Wcstoman. G.W A.; Sec. of Dramatics Club; Sec. of Latin Club; Senior Reception Committee; Swimming Club; Bowling Club. Prom Committee; Spanish Club; Attendance Office; P.T.S.A.; Theater Goers. Margaret Emma Thompson Peggy Margaret is nice to everyone. Always sharing in the fun. Color Guard; Senior Reception; G.W A.; Band. Dramatccrs; Orchestra; Usherette. Vivian Marie Tomich Vhr Jolly, cheery and full of fun. She brightens the day for everyone.' Westoman Feature Editor; French Club. President; Dramatics Club. President; G.W A.; Senior Reception Committee. Swimming Club; P.T.S.A. 37 Alfred Thomas Tortoriello Toad Many a dull class hat bean brightened by hit witty remarkt. Football Team; Track Team. 38 Michele Marie Totaro Mickey Tiny, cute and lull of tun. Well liked by everyone. Swimming Club. President; Latin Club; G.W.A.; P.T.SA.; Senior Reception; Prom Committee; Stage Crew. Charles Michael Tramontana Chicken Ptucker Hit wit, hit tmile. hit friendly way , Will make him a favorite all hit dayt.' Hall Patrol; G.W.A. Elizabeth Sandra Van Duscn Betty Her pleating manner and bright red hair. Make her liked mott everywhere. Wes tom an; Biology Club; SWACS; G.W A.; Laboratory Assistant; Pro and Con Club; Senior Reception Committee; P.T.S.A.; Bowling Club; Prom Committee; Yearbook Typing Committee. Clifford Vcrdicr, Jr. All the girlt love him. Football Team; Track Team; G.W.A. Eugenia Marie Vetter Jean She is quiet and unassuming and pleasant to know. ’ G.W.A.; P.T.SA.; Receptionist. Romilda Joy Vitale Millie Sweet and full of natural grace. Sunshine smiles from her face. Twirlers; Band; Latin Club. Vice President; Science Club. Treasurer; National Honor Society; Bowling Club; Swimming Club; Senior Senator; Senior Reception Committee; Spanish Club; P.T.SA.; GW.A.; Spanish Honor Society; Yearbook Typing Committee. Geneva Maxine White Gen A wonderful personality, cute and sweet. A nicer gir you'll never meet Yearbook Committee; $WACS. Chairman of Red Cross Committee. Senior Reception Committee; G.W.A.; Mixed Chorus; Glee Club; Yearbook Typing Committee. Jacqueline Wheeler Jackie Her cheery smile, her friendly voice. Will always make her a favorite choice. G.W.A.; Latin Club; P.T.SA.; Chorus Choreographer. Shelly Ann Webber Sheir She has a laugh that's full of fun. And a disposition as bright as the tun. GW.A. Representative; Band; Dramateers; G.W.A.; SWACS; French Club; Swimming CiiA ; P.T.S A.; Library Club; Senior Reception Committee; Trio; Prom Committee; Senior Show Committee. 39 Hattie White Tiny She's oof too thy. not too bold. Jutt the type for fun we're told. G.W.A.; Swimming Club. Helen Martha Wysowaty Cookie A friend that's nice, a friend theft sweet. A finer girl you'll never meet. SWACS; G.W.A.; Bowling Club; Yearbook Typing Committee. Mildred Diane White Millie Her smile hat won her friendi end fame. We know she'll always stay the same Business Honor Society. Vice President; SWACS; G.W.A Representative; P.T S.A,; Yearbook Typing Committee. Doris May Zcllcs ■Veronica” A cute and gay blonde chick. Here's a girl that's mighty stick: G.W.A.; P.T.S.A. 40 honor roll MERCEDES LINA ANTAO ELAINE THERESA BRUNO FRANCES DE NARDIS VIRGINIA ROSE FARESE MARY LOUISE GIORLANDO FLORENCE MARILYN GOCKELER DOROTHY K. GOODMAN SUZANNE GURA CARL J. HOELCL ANATOLIJ KULYK GAIL RUTH LILIEN JEANNE E. LUTZ DOROTHY ANN PLECHY THOMAS JOSEPH RESTIVO HELEN SAN MARTIN MARK WILLIAM SIMON ROXANE EMMA TANSEY VIVIAN MARIE TOMICH ROMILDA JOY VITALE SHELLY ANN WEBBER MILDRED DIANE WHITE senior senate senior reception committee senior play committee 42 The fun begins. A smile for the future. senior It's Cha Cha time. Cheerful at all times. rece Enchanted moment. ption The pause that refreshes. Some entertainment. Mmmm . . . that music. Our proud advisers. senior play GRACE GROTS . . . OUR DIRECTOR Mr . Grace Grote comet back to West Side High School after her memorable production of George Washington Slept Here last term. Mr . Grote graduated from the University of Cinncmnati with a B A. degree in the College of Liberal Art and a B E. degree in the College of Education. Before returning to the East, she taught Speech. Dramatics, and English in the Walnut Hills High school of Cinncmnati. She spent five years with The Actors Guild and i a member of Actors Equity. Mrs. Grote has toured in productions of Snafu and Junior Miss and has done summer stock in Connecticut and New York. DONALD GROTE Mr. Donald Grote. a science teacher, is the husband of our esteemed director. He, like his wife, is very active in the field of dramatics and has taken charge of all the technical work connected with You Can‘t Take It With You. Experienced in rebuilding, planning, and installing sound and lighting systems. Mr. Grote was technical director for one year with the Little Theatre of East Orange and for three years worked in that capacity with the Blackfriar Theatre of the University of Alabama. The faculty advisers and senior class would like to express their sincere thanks and appreciation to Mr. and Mrs. Grote for their patience, kindness, and help in making the Senior Show a success. Working with them has been one of the happiest experiences of our three years at West Side. mu mm mm m mm mu „ . of January lAVTUAf MOXN HAST tX NMl LEOSASD HUW MAS r n� KS h Stlmol Amlitoriiim — Vmrmbn 16 mmd IT. I«M You Cant Take It With You C«t m « � • PP ' r “' r«w opr Sv« - j� r.......... KMa . • • • W Sunewr , . . Ur. IV rtw- lM r . Wort VkahM Aik ......... M(m M - Hmdmtm Tcm, Kvt . ■ • • It— « ■ C Wdfc -U� a H . Mn My llm Mn. « • • PATRICIA RFJIXY PATRICIA TERMINI ■LAIN! M-RR1 . JOSEPH WIAUER RICHARD PALUMBO Jl'SK MEWa. PETER MARTA1IS RICHARD EUZMA VIM AN TOMICH (•All. UUEN JKRAIJ) � UA TIIOMAS CASdANO CAIL COOTRR PETER EUKTOLO ROXANE TASSET I VINCENT UMHZB (MIOMASRESTTVO 1 (TIARI.ES DWYER TW S o l‘ TW It - d M-� V-toW. ARl DortaC « • W w to •btoiv tW [� •- ACT II A Walk UM ACT HI TW lefl—k' A� y For Tour PV—k . w 1 ” S a | jlWij jl Mill I th ijf i ! ' i1 iM hi I h ii !! national honor society ?2 business honor society dance band band italian club science club dramatic club gwa officers 57 orchestra french club service club 58 visual aides attendance office staff e f c l Harvey Skolnick Alfred Tortoriello I V football t earn Donald Scaiano basketball team track team Alfred Tortoriello John Cox r 1 Jerald Solla Simon Dc Guzman cross country team color guard cheerleaders Barbara Scally and Sandra Scacciaferra Carmine J. Dispcnzierc homeroom A-1 senior poll Nimc Favorite Saying Remembered For Ambition Alston. Doris No Jive Barber. Jcttie M Bregman. Aaron 1950 • Ford' Bregman. Sid Bruno. Bob Oh.Yeah? Berri, Elaine What homework??? Cantillo. Bob Cardinale. Lenny Got a penny $5 00 Dues Cobb. Richard The best way to get rkl of it. k to kn it Cook. Paris What? You bet Cooper. Grail Tonga loo Cox. John Let's go to the Ross D'Abbieri, Phil —.Oh, Yeah? Davis. Birdie I'm starved DeGuzman. Simon Hi doll! DiPisa. Jerry Bite me — Galanos. Dmo Hey Bab Gaudiosi, Ronald How much you got? Grippaldi. Charles Sure, sure O'Grady, Anna Mac Likmg unusual and exciting people To get a Daddy-O 70 senior poll Name Favorite Saying Remembered For . .‘ Real Cool I j � « s ;j i V. 0'y� ‘ - Get out of here! between classes — Are you sure? Ambition To get .1 new convertible top Millionaire To be the bookkeeper who got married Marry a rich girl To have a Harem Millionaire Beautician Secretary Millionaire To be an accordian teacher To be a piano teacher Nurse To be a platinum blond To be as tall as Joy To be 5 ft. 2 in. tall To stay single Gym teacher Cop Pro fighter To get married To have an orchid and white bedroom homeroom A-2 Francis M. Korfma.. HomerOOITl 1 1 0 senior poll Name Favorite Saying Hoelcl. Carl Who's got the homework? Brescher. Richcard Eh-Babie _ Brinkley. Bernice Theft the hazard Camy. Eleanor Let me tell you' Carlin, Donald Ift all right Cascano. Tom Lots of luck Cole. Robert Louis You ain't a bad looking guy! Crumel. Shcaly Oh. Stuff'! Davit. Carol Oh shut up' DcCarvalho. Nelton Were you abroad in Denmark? Ditta. Frances So. tell me Donofno. Rosemarie You don't say! _ Dwyer. Charles Thats the breaks Fowlkes. Mane That's the way the ball bounces Frantantoni. Vincent Hey. Sap! Freiermuth. Alan Be good Giorlando. MaryLou Arc you kidding? Goodman. Dorothy That helps Gura.Suzanne Wheec! Maug. George Gooood grief Hipp. Lenard Nice play. Ace Hoyle. Arlene You know? Koza.Stan Sure it is Kulyk, Anatolii Thaf't absurd Kunze. Ralph Hmmm Lewis. Peggy That's the breaks LiBnzzi. Vincent Give Him an F Lilian. Gail Ruth I'm not blushing Remembered For Ambition His penmanship Engineer Football Engineer Parlez vous Francais To teach French Fabulous Fashions by Eleanor To marry Lloyd Cars and bikes The Navy Imitations College Football To play football Cutting study To get an executive iob Missing lens from glasses Social worker Curly hair. —, - To be rich Dimples . ,, School teacher W.SA.A. Teach Bona with Jane i To make a million Secretary Driving Engineer Getting in trouble with Mr. Es. Engineer Three lunch periods To marry a multi millionaire Getting excused to work for Mr. Es Medical Technologist W.S.A.A. To go to college '56 Chevy To graduate Devil eyebrows Electrical Engineer WS.A.A. Teacher Cheering for the Yankees To play for the Yankees Being a gentleman Aeronautical Engineer Basketball Architect For passing Geometry Teacher Giving Mr. Hill a hard time President of the United States W S A A. Teacher senior poll Name Martakis. Potcr _________ Martucci, Dominick Miloscia, Lawrence Pashman, Elaine Piegaro, Cclestine ------ Pilkington. Mary Frances Proto, Frances____....... Reilly. Patricia Rcstivo, Thomas Runfolo. Peter A. San Martin. Helen Scaiano, Donald Scally. Barbara---------- Simon. Mark Skolnick, Harvey -------- Soil . Jerry.,..-.—...... Strigglcs. Josephus Tansey. Roxanc Termini. Pat............. Thompson. Margaret Tomich. Vivian __________ Vitale, Romilda Webber. Shelly___________ Wheeler. Jacqueline Wiamer. Joseph Favorite Saying Hey Fudendc! I don’t know Vcni. veai, veci. So—what's new? What was I going to say?. Well could you die Aw-rright? aw-rright Welt e minute___________ What’s the story I have to hurry You know? Boob!___________________ . How’s tricks? ........ Jeez____________________ Alia jactaest........................ Is you tolling me? —.... Girls, just one magnificent obcession La De Da I don't get it__ ■ Just be cool — ■ You’ll got yours None ..... Oh this is too much , . ........... Just wait one minute -It'sa gizmo__________________________ Remembered For . Bothering Sue and Fran _________ Trying to play football__... .Chcm I ............. Overstuffed pocketbook Telling Helen about Louio ........ Laughing nerving ................. .W.SA.A___________________________ Wit____________________________ A smile for everyone........... Listening to Sally talking about Louie Always complaining ......... Being one of the girls - -Bench warming Being a lazy Chem. Partner .Dancing........ —... Just talking to the sophomore girls Long Red Hair............... ... Her sympathetic ear Mamboing Always talking Bong a Twirler Taking shop ambition To graduate To be famous Chem II School teacher Always chattering Wanting to fly To become Mrs. L. Fcrdinando Legal secretary Professional dancer Teacher To find out what the story is — Music teacher _. Secretary To marry a millionairess Be a history teacher To get off the bench Doctor of veterinarian medicine Have twenty kids To Marry a millionaro's daughter ....To become a teacher Career girl Legal secretary —To be a nurse To live a happy and successful life _ To teach handicapped children Elementary teacher — Jet pilot homeroom 112 Angela Sena Nmu Favorite Saying Remembered For Alberti. Marie That's Pathetic________________________Being first —...........— All.son. Joyce You never can tell Being early Antoo. Mercedes ... . O-O-Oh Susie. He's such a doll! _______Saturday night dances Armcnto. Gloria ft—It? ------- Her laugh ............ Bruno. Elaine---------------Did Benny call you up Shirley? Talking about Joe Dc Nardil. Frances ..... Don't tell anybody but. .. .............. Talking about guys DiCataldo ---------That's beside the point_________Day dreaming in dess ------------------- Far esc. Virginia Johnnie's coming to pick me up..........Her pixie h� i rr.it Fider. Mary Ann ---- Wait till I tell you about this guy I met Loud crazy laugh --------- Geklirtsky. Helen----------- Thank you Shane! .. . __________Writing to Andy” in Classes..... Gockeler. Florence------------That's the way the cookie bounces . W.S A A__________________________ Gutowski. Barbara She aggravates me_______ ____ Running from Sth period to Capp’s Ludovico. Rose--------------Ah-h-h_______ - . ___________Being late to homeroom and Butch Lutz. Jeanne----------------I'll be dipped—------------------------Her Navy men______________________ Mataro. Shirley-------------You little Bra i wg hair....... ......... M.ftlcman. Lorraine..... Did he call yet?-----------■■ ....... Picking up fellows ... Monteiro. Rita Naturally r-‘n' Paficchio. Teddy------------You're Kidding--------------— Her beautiful eyes Peppe. There—---------------Go Sratch. Yeah?------------_----------Her Long Hair - Pilone. Vera----------------Where's Millie?________________________Looking for M.llie Plechy. Dorothy-------------Heavens to Betsey................ Meeting Jack between classes .. Rinsky. Sue-----------------O-O Oh Tee. he's such a good dancer. Saturday night dances____________ Springsteen. Linda----------That's beside the point________________Looking for Geneva ___________ Swecnoy. Stella-------------Did anybody call?--------------- Dancing the polka Van Dusen. Betty------------Isn't that cute?----------------- ----- Looking for Helen White. Geneva .... .........What's new? ----------- Singing in Homeroom White. Mildred--------------Anybody do the homework?!'------ Running for the nickel bus............. Wysowaty, Helen.............Holy Cow!!!!.................... Looking for Betty ..................... Ambition Private Secretary Secretary Modeling Secretary To raise a football team for Joe To build a baseball team To get married and go to Hawaii To honeymoon in India To marry Johnny or whoever else asks me Private Secretary To honeymoon in Hawaii To become a blond To raise six little Butchies To retire to Washington. D. C. To trap you know who To marry one To get married To be a popular singer Have eight kids To marry Pat Learn how to drive . Secretary Medical secretary Secretary Journalism To attend college To fell funnier jokes Secretary senior poll Nam Favorite Saying Remembered For Ambition Abruzxo. Charles____________Whaf Homework? f- TVt g - - - ■ — ■ Gun.Ho Bennett. Naomi _ -What? Talking to everybody- ............- To live happily Biebel, June----------------Don’t count your chickens before they hatch Having blue eyes ..............—........Actress Burgey. Margaret------------YatSknattr? QlwH Gum ....................... —..... Machine operator Byron, Janet________ Are we going girls! ..... - Always talking about the Marines (In fox holes) __ —....To again eat lunch at Renee’s Calamus . Phyllis___________Oh my love , - « nnfcmg l.ke Jane Russell .............To swim the English Channel Calderone, Jo ....Man. thats crazy ......................Writing Pete's name on covers —_--------To marry Pete Cavallaro. Georgeann Don't forget—. ........ Fighting in the halls with Bobby----------— To have happiness for 8obby and I CMai, Marie_________________Leave me alone Talking about Sammy .. ———.......... To ride in the Mercury with Sammy alone Diana, Frances______ Are you kidding me?____________________Fighting with Bob Lepra---------------— To get rich fast Ferguson. Marilyn___________Holy Cm Being quiet. ________________________ ..Get married Gmex. Frances_______________You know Being tiny —............... ..... ......Designer Kuzma. Richcard............. Don’t worry about it .......... Coming late to Homeroom.......................To Pass Bookkeeping Lanno, Howard Don’t get me aggravated Avoiding homework To get a private pilot license Lashuk. Walter______,_______Take your time Not shaving.............. .. College Leo. Rose ........... Did you see Pete? ........... Meeting Pete before class Happiness for Pete and I Lucckino, Dolores............. I hope Denny calls tonight —. Waiting for Danny to call To be happily married Luongo. Patricia Whaf a sin _______—. Always talking about Johnny---------- To be a Doctors wife Molnar. Vivian .... ...In two more months he’ll be home.......Writing letters to John.................To be Mrs. John J. Dakin Palmisano. Doris____________Nonrtnirk Talking about the twirlers--------------To keep on smiling Pankiewicz. Martin__________Here we go agam . ........ -...........Playing that horn?---------------——-----Accountant Perrault, Trudy_____________I think so ......—______________—______Talking about Harold--------.... , To have a happy home White. Hattie_______ _______Midge__________________________________Always talking---------------------------Someday to join Midge homeroom 214 77 school song Oh Al - ma Ma- ter West Side High. In morning light and evening fall. Through all the days of coming yea In times when glowing futures call— In hearts with laughter and with tears. Our love for you will never die. Oh, Alma Mater, West Side High. Our love for you will never die, Oh, Alma Mater, West Side High. Though we have need to wander far. Close in our hearts your name will be. Your goodness, like a radiant star, Will rise wth every memory. And having these sweet dreams of you, We shall remember and be true. Our love for you will never die. Oh. Alma Mater, West Side High. This love we have for you has grown More bright than any treasured gold. It deepens through each friend we've known. Each truth that to our hearts is told. Within the shelter of your walls, Within the rooms where wisdome calls. Our love for you will never die. Oh, Alma Mater, West Side High. In morning light and evening fall. Through all the days of coming years. In times when glowing futures call, In hearts with laughter and with tears, Our love for you will never die, Oh, Alma Mater, West Side High! Our love for you will never die. Oh, Alma Mater, West Side High! 78 last will and testament We. the Graduating Class of January 1957 of West Side High School, being of brilliant mind, though a bit fuzzy around the edges, do hereby make this our last will and testament. Out of the goodness of our hearts we bequeath the following: Mr. Herron . . . Shoes that never wear out so he can walk all over Europe. Mrs. Offenkrantz ... A bigger tea kettle. Mr. Hill ... A blow torch to burn somebody. Mrs. Kaplan .. . Another homeroom of Kaplan’s Kool Kats. Mr. Rosenberg ... An accounting class that knows the difference between ALP and ICE. Mrs. Fitzsimmons . . . One gas mask. Mr. Kriegsfeld ... A tack on his chair so he can stick to the point. Mrs. Jaffe ... A long string to tie her staple machine to. Mr. Dudas ... A book of new stories about the Army. Mr. Strouse ... One piece of wood free of mill marks. Miss Clarke . . . Peace, until the next graduating class starts working on its yearbook. Mr. Ormond ... A zero stamp. Miss Schneiderman ... A pair of high heel sneakers. Mr. Weinstein ... A pair of suspenders to hold up his pants. Miss Lewis ... A private secretary. Mr. L. Friedman .. . One dozen green stamps. Mr. Martland .. . Shades for his history room. Mr. Dawson ... A liter of laughing gas. Mr. Long ... An improved edition of the “Self Teaching Book. And last but not least to West Side we leave behind us the best three years of our lives. The Graduates autographs k� lit v, . 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