Westerly High School - Westlyan Yearbook (Westerly, RI)

Text from Pages 1 - 144 of the 1957 volume:

Memorial and Library Association Jb § Xi ll Ar, 1 Gallery MJ|2|flrP W r v HfHlilll I k Tj Museum Wilcox m- MJSJST11-Park Public Library Westerly, Rhode Island THE BULLDOG 1957 WESTERLY HIGH SCHOOL Westerly, Rhode Island TABLE OF CONTENTS GREAT SACHEM (wise ones) . FACULTY CHIEFS....................SENIORS BRAVES.................SOPHOMORES WARRIORS..................JUNIORS FEATHERS IN OUR HEADDRESS . . HONORS ON AND OFF THE RESERVATION . . ACTIVITIES MASSACRES..................SPORTS CHIEF'S POW WOW . . . SENIORS HEAP BIG WAMPUM ADVERTISEMENTS We of the Class of 1937 feel that the Indians were such an important factor in the development of this section of Rhode Island and have contributed so much to our cultural heritage that we have chosen for the theme of our yearbook, A Masquerade of Indians.” DEDICATION MR. CYRUS MORGAN Trailing through Westerly High School and leading into Room 28, the guidance room, is a path worn by the many braves and squaws of the class of 1957 who desired a pow-wow with the wise white father and class advisor, Cyrus N. Morgan. Sometimes we visited him to make peace (after trouble with classwork), and still other times it was to receive a new feather for our headpiece (after receiving his commendations). It is also certain that every brave and squaw gratefully welcomed his advice concerning plans for our new life upon leaving Indian territory. It is not just Indian talk when we call Mr. Morgan wise white father, for the fatherly attention he gave to us justifies the use of the word. He took the interest in us that a father takes in his child and understood us like a father. And so, as a small homage to demonstrate our deep appreciation, we, the class of 1957, dedicate to you, Mr. Morgan, the results of our final efforts as a class, our yearbook, The Bulldog. JUH 9 3 Seniors: LAWRENCE McGUIRE Superintendent For you. Commencement means embarking on a new career, an unknown career, but one which can mean great joy in life to you, and one which will carry you through the greatest decades of the history of America. Though the words are trite, you stand on the threshold of an entirely new life. But these words are not meaningless to you; they should have a special significance. You, as an individual, and as a class, have the greatest potential, the best opportunity any group, any individual ever had. I need not tarry over the future of America in the decades to come, but 1 must and shall call on every one of you to be leaders in the America of tomorrow. 1 know every one of you, by name and ability. And there is not one of you who does not have the ability to be a great leader. None of you has yet been tested to the full limit of your abilities. Each of you must go on, beyond the areas of the school to learn what your abilities are, and to use those abilities, for your greater happiness and the greater glory of America. All of you, each of you, has it in him to be three times the person he thinks he can be. I know. Do it. For me, this Commencement means the scattering of friends who have come to mean much to me. HOLLICE L. STEVENS Principal Seniors: My congratulations to the graduates of 1957 for having reached the goal for which you have been striving for the past three years. I hope that as you leave this school that it will be with a feeling of pride in the school and with fond remember-ances of the many pleasant experiences that you have had here and of the friendships you have made here. Your teachers and I appreciate very much your many contributions to the morale of the school, your willingness to work harmoniously with teachers and fellow-students and the leadership which you have taken in many school activities. It will be difficult for us to forget the scholastic success of this class as well as the outstanding contributions which your members have made to athletics and other extracurricular activities. I trust that as a result of your stay here at Westerly High School that you are now willing and ready to face the problems of life and that you have gained an ability to solve these problems. Good luck and best wishes to each of you. 4 MR. EDWARD T. MORENZONI Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent MR. ROBERT MUDGE, Vice Principal Biology, Baseball Coach MISS DAGMAR E. ALM Commercial Subjects MISS BARBARA BARUZZI French, History 5 MR. JOHN BRANN MISS JACQUELYN MR. LEON CLARKE MR. LEON COMTOIS Vocational Wood Shop CARLESI History Vocational Training Mathematics MR. STANLEY CORNISH Physics, Chemistry, Biology MR. JOHN DiGANGI History, Biology, English, Driver Training MISS HELENA DUNN Chemistry, Guidance MISS MARY S. ENDICOTT Commercial Subjects 6 MR. ANTONIO ESPOSITO Industrial Arts MR. JAMES FEDERICO Physical Education MRS. J. H. GAUDET Librarian MR. DONALD LOVE Guidance MISS JOSEPHINE MISS FAE HOPE GERNSHEIMER Home Economics English MISS E. GERTRUDE KINGSLEY English MR. ARTHUR B. KITCHEN, JR Vocational Machine Shop MRS. KATHRYNE MOORE French, Guidance MR. ALEXANDER PATERSON Commercial Subjects 7 MISS HILDA HOUSTON English, Typewriting MISS LILLIAN RUISI Italian MR. JOHN B. STELLITANO Mathematics, Physics, Basketball and Football Coach MR. JOSEPH MR. CARROLL B. TERRANOVA THORNE Latin, Italian, English Insturmental Music MR JOEL SHERMAN Agriculture MR JAMES SMITH History MRS. ADA STEADMAN English MR. PATRICK VISGILIO MISS B. VERNE MISS IRENE C. MR. ALFRED WOOD English WALKER WARNER Choral Music Physical Education Art 8 PRESIDENT'S ADDRESS Fellow Classmates, Teachers, Parents, and Friends: It hardly seems possible that three short years ago we entered Ward Senior High as sophomores. It was a great feeling and a great honor to enter this school in the fall of 1954. It is with greater feeling and a greater sense of pride and honor that we leave our beloved school in the spring of 1957. We shall all carry many pleasant memories of our joyous days here and shall never forget the friendships we have established during these three happy years. We shall always cherish the wonderful times we have had; the excitement of the athletic contests, the fun of the interesting classes and teachers, and the fun of the dances and different programs throughout our three years. We should graduate this year with the feeling that we have all benefited considerably from these well-rounded experiences. We must realize that our graduation was made possible by the combined efforts of many people. We thank the taxpayers of the town of Westerly, without whose help we could not have received our education. We thank our many wonderful teachers who have so ably guided us through our three years at Ward Senior High. They have supplied us with the proper tools — it is now up to us to use them to their fullest advantage. We express deep gratitude to our principal, Mr. Stevens, and to our class advisor, Mr. Morgan, who have contributed greatly to the success of our class. Mr. Morgan has not only been a great advisor, but a wonderful friend — one we shall never forget. Our three wonderful years at Westerly High School would never have been the same without the undergraduates. It is the sincere hope of the class of 1957 that the class of 1958 and all succeeding classes may uphold the fine record that we, the class of 1957, have established here at Westerly High School. We now step over the threshold of high school, out into the big wide world which holds much in store for us. Many of us will continue ur education; many will find jobs and go to work; still others will enter the service. May I wish each and every member of the class of 1957 the best of luck in all your future undertakings, whatever they may be, and God be with you!” JAMES A. LEPIKKO President, Class of 1957 10 JAMES ALFRED LEPIKKO President Lep” . . . one of the real leaders of our class . . . friendly and popular . . . likes sports and is an excellent dancer. Band 2, 3, 4; Student Council 3. 4; Basketball 2, 3, 4; Football 2; Baseball 2. 3, 4; State Festivals 2; Concerts 2, 3. 4; Class President 2, 3, 4; Frolics 2, 4; Prom Committee 2, 3, 4; Honor Roll 2; Exchange Talent Show 3; Year Book Staff 4; All State Band 2; Solo and ensemble Festival 2; Band Officer 3, 4; Drum Major 4; Vice-President Student Council 4; Senior Election 4; Rhode Island Honor Society. JOHN JOSEPH JOYCE, JR. Vice-President Class Marshall Neighbor'' . . . tall, good-looking, with curly hair . . . engaging smile and friendly personality . . . basketball star. Intramurals 2, 3, 4; Basketball 2, 3, (co-captain) 4; Glee Ciub 4; Class Vice-President 4; Class Marshall 4; Frolics 4; Prom Committee 3, 4; Honor Roll 3. 4; Army-Navy Coach 4; Populist Party (Governor) 4. NANCY ANN GENCARELLA Secretary Nan . . . outrcaching personality and friendly manner .. . most attractive . . . true leader and a lass who can get things done. Barker Staff 3, 4; Intramurals 2, 3; Student Activities (window� 3; Army-Navy Team 2, 3; Class Secretary 2, 3, 4; Senior Play 4; Business Staff 2, 3; Senior Reception Committee 3; Honor Roll 2, 3, 4; Year Book Staff 4; Sweetheart Swing Court 3; Ticket Seller 2, 3; Basketball Program Committee 4; Rhode Island Honor Society. I JACQUELYN KAY JOY Treasurer Jacquie . . . the best things come in small packages . . . great scholastic ability . . . always willing to lend a helping hand. Barker Staff 2, 3; (Assistant Editor) 4; Intramurals 2. 3, 4; Army-Navy Team 2, 4; Army-Navy Cheerleader 3; Usherettee 3; Class Treasurer 4; Senior Play 4; Prom Committee 3. (Co-Chairman) 4; Queen's Court 2, 3. 4; Honor Roll 2. 3, 4; Year Book Staff 4; Girls' State Conference 3; Chemistry Team 3; Prize Speaking 2; Credit Union Essay 2; Progressive Party 4; Salutatorian 4; Treasurer 4; Rhode Island Honor Society. CLASS OFFICERS 11 FRANK JOHN ALDRICH Lefty . . . nice looking fellow . . . friendly in a bashful way . . . team s handy man. Intramurals 3, 4; Basketball 2; Baseball 2. 3, 4; Glee Club 3; Prom Committee 2, 3; Football Manager 4; Painted gym floor 4. GARY WALLACE BARNES Droop . . . friendly, good-looking senior ... is a hard worker . . . loves football. Intramurals 2, 3, 4; Football 2, 3, 4; Senior Play 4; Prom Committee 3, 4. 12 MICHAEL JOSEPH ALGIERI Skyhook . . . always smiling . . . associates with underclassmen . . . talks in a booming voice. Intramurals 2, 3, 4; Display Committee 4; Basketball 2; Football 2, 3, 4; Baseball 2, 3; Glee Club 3; Concerts 2, 3, 4; Frolics 2, 3, 4; Prom Committee 2, 3, 4; Stage Crew 2, 3, 4; Ticket Seller 2; Basketball Manager 2; Football Manager 2; Painted gym floor 4. ELEANOR RUTH AUSTIN Ruthie” . . . tall, attractive brunette . . . quiet and friendly . . . always neat as a pin. State Festivals 3; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Concerts 2; Rhode Island Honor Society. REGINALD F. BEERS. JR Reggie . . . cute smile . . . friendly even though is quiet . . . asset to basketball team. Student Council 2, 3, 4; Basketball 2, 3, 4; Baseball 2, 3, 4; Rhode Island Honor Society. ELAINE ELIZABETH BOOKATAUB Boo” . . . has beautiful long, dark hair . . . very talkative . . . possesses artistic talent . . . member of the Moos . Barker Staff 4; Intramurals 2; Display Committee 2, 4; State Festivals 2, 3; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Concerts 2, 3, 4; Usherette 2, 3; Frolics 2, 4; Prom Com-mitee 2, 3, 4; Senior Reception Committee 3; Exchange Talent Show 2; Twirler 2, 3; Sophomore Sextet 2; Operetta, Marrying Marion” 3. JAMES H. BARBER Jim . . . very quiet . . . friendly when you get to know him . . . pleasing personality and keen mind. WE MADE Backward, turn backward, O Time in your flight so that we, the Class of 57, might pause in retrospect upon the brilliant stars in our sky of memories. With amusement we rejuvenate the commencement of the development of our prime undertakings. We entered W.H.S. as a typical sophomore class — very timorous and looking with awe upon the upperclassmen, anxiously awak-our turn for apparent supremacy and confidence. When our very competent and patient guidance counsellor, Mr. Morgan, surmised that we had become sufficiently acquainted, politics had its turn. We elected James Lcpikko, Matthew Lewiss, Nancy FRANCES LOUISE BOWDER ‘ Fran’' . . . quiet and friendly . . . dependable and a hard worker . . . loves hospital work. Intramurals 2; Prom Committee 4. JANETTE BEATRICE BRAYMAN Jan” . . . cute, little redheaded heartbreaker . . . mischievous and loads of fun . . . full of vim, vigor and vitality . . . is a Moo . Intramurals 2; Glee Club 3, 4; Usherette 2; Frolics 4; Senior Play 4; Exchange Talent Show 2; Prom Committee 4. SALLY ANN BRAYMAN Sally . . . usually rather quiet . . . carefree . . . has an easygoing manner. Glee Club 2; Concerts 2; Prom Committee 4; Ticket Seller 2, 4. HISTORY Gencarella, and Marcia Hamilton, respectively, as President, Vice-President, Secretary and Treasurer of our class. On the agenda of our first official meeting was the important subject of class dues. After a lengthy discussion regarding the annual fee which would be required of each student, we finally accepted the plan whereby we would pay 50 cents as sophomores, 75 cents as juniors, and $1 as seniors. Many sophomores helped to build the football squad of 55. Soon the football season was well under way and we were already anticipating the basketball season, which brought forth many '‘stars.’’ February brought the atmosphere of Valentine’s CEC1LE ELLEN BROMLEY Cecc” . . . has cute blond hair and a pleasant smile . . . everybody's friend . . . lively and intelligent. Intramurals 2, 3; Honor Roll 2, 3; Math Club 3; Rhode Island Honor Society. 13 BYRON OWEN BROWN Benny . . . quiet and polite . . . interested in intramurals . . . future undecided. Intramurals 2, 3, 4; Football 2, 3, 4; Baseball 2, 3,4; Prom Committee 3. % w ANDREA DOREEN BRENNAN Andy . . . fun-loving girl . . . jovial manner, life of the party . . . likes bookeeping. Intramurals 2; Honor Roll 3, R.I. Honor Society 4. WILLIAM HERBERT BROWN Billy . . . always ready to lend a helping hand ... a good sport . . . quiet and friendly. 4 BARBARA LOUISE BROWNING Barbie . . . warm and friendly smile . . . sincere and understanding . . . always ready to lend a helping hand. MARCIA LOIS CAPALBO Marcia . . . quiet manner . . . usually calm and reserved . . . but lively and full of fun when with her friends. Barker Staff 2; Intramurals 2, 3, 4; Display Committee 2; Prom Committee 2, 4; Credit Union Essay 2. SHIRLEY JOAN CAPALBO Shirley . . . sincere and interesting . . . fond of music ... is an accomplished pianist. Band 2; State Festival 2; Concerts 2; Applied Music 2, 3, 4; Rhode Island Honor Society. THERESA JOSEPHINE CARSTEN Theresc” . . . long blond tresses . . . pleasant personality . . . always ready for a laugh. Intramurals 2, 3; Ticket Seller 2. ANTHONY JOSEPH CASTAGNARO Tony . . . well-dressed with a collegiate look” . . . friendly, pleasing personality . . . easy to get along with. Band 2; Intramurals 2; Concerts 2; Senior Play 4; Prom Committee 2, 3, 4; Exchange Talent Show 2; Solo and Ensemble Festival 2; Pop Concert 4. VIRGINIA CATHERINE CATALANO Jean ' . . . attractive senior with lovely long hair . . . loyal Bulldog fan . . . friendly and fun to know. Chorus 4; Glee Club 4; Frolics 4; Senior Play 4; Senior Sextet 4; Pops Concert 4. if t MARIAN LOUISE CATE Marian . . . girl of many talents . . . writes, and plays the organ well . . . quiet but friendly. Intramurals 2; State Festivals 3; Chorus 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Concerts 2, 3; Honor Roll 2; Solo and Ensemble Festival 4; Credit Union Essay 2; Make-up Team 3, 4; Rhode Island Honor Society 4. 14 Day. The annual Sweetheart Swing was being planned by the Student Council. We elected Dolores Serra and Ruth Vars to represent our class. A very bright star certainly must have guided us through our first social event, our Sophomore Hop. We attribute its tremendous success to the chairman, Ruth Vars. We chose for our theme Three Coins in a Fountain. The center of attraction was the rippling fountain into which wishful lovers tossed coins. Other evidence of the beauty of Mother Nature was displayed by an artificial arbor. Sprays of flowers on the gym walls added much to the general effect. Radiant Joan Rindell, the Queen, and Cammy Mac- ANNE LOUISE CAYER ■ Anne' . . ■ friendly gal with a warm smile for everyone . . . dresses nearly ... is very fond of sports. Intramurals 2, 3; State Festivals 2, 3. 4; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Concerts 3, 4; Ticket Seller 2. FRANKLIN JOSEPH CF.LICO Frank'' . . . loads of fun to know' . . . polite and well liked by all . . . undecided future. Intramurals 3, 4; Display Committee 4. BETTY MAY CHESTER Bet' . . . short and lively . . . talkative, always having time for a laugh . . . loves roller skating. Intramurals 2; Student Activities (window) 3; State Festivals 3; Chorus 3; Glee Club 2, 3. 4; Concerts 2, 3, 4; Frolics 4; Senior Play 4; Prom Committee 3; Frolics Decoration Committee 4; Senior Sextet 4. JANET MARY CHIARADIO Jan . . . vivacious with a vibrant personality . . . friendly, cute smile . . . hardworking and dependable. Barker Staff 4; Chorus 2; Glee Club 2; Usherette 2; Senior Play 4; Business Staff 4; Prom Committee 2, 3; Ticket Seller 2; Basketball Program Committee 4. ANGELO PAUL COMFORTI Neil, Judy McLaughlin, Patty Nardone, Jacquie Joy, Ruth Vars, and Dolores Serra, her lovely courr, added the final effect. To lend to the atmosphere, magical music was provided by Eddy Larkosh and his orchestra. We were sophomores by grade but were rated higher in our excellence in composition writing. This was proved when Carolyn Giorno and Phyllis Pietra-allo won second and third prizes respectively in the Martha C. Babcock Essay Contest, and Marian Cate and Jacquie Joy won first and third prizes respectively in the Credit Union Contest. After the interval of our summer vacation, we returned to school quite a bit i 1 i NINA CHRISTY Neen . . . can often be seen driving a big, red Mercury . happy-go-lucky . . . full of the dickens ... is a Moo . Intramurals 2, 3; State Festivals 3; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Army-Navy Team 3; Concerts 2, 3, 4; Prom Committee 4. 15 PATRICIA LEE COLLINGS Patti . . . attractive senior with a pleasant smile . . . daredevil . . . sports a diamond ring on the third finger of her left hand. Barker Staff 4; Intramurals 2; Glee Club 2, 4; Concerts 2, 4. BooBoo . . . popular, good-natured fellow . . . hangs around Joe T. and Dom F. . . . likes to play football. Intramurals 2, 3. 4; Basketball 2, 3, 4; Football 2, 3, 4; Prom Committee 3. NORMA LOUISE CRANDALL Norma ' . . . usually quiet . . . may seem a little sarcastic . . . fond of collies. Intramurals 2, 3; Army-Navy Team 2. PATRICIA ANNE DEERING Pat . . . beautiful big, brown eyes . . . quiet and spends much time day-dreaming . . . characterized by saying C’est la vie ... is a Moo . Intramurals 2; Chorus 2; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Army-Navy Cheerleader 3; Concerts 2, 3; Frolics 4; Prom Committee 3; Exchange Talent Show 2; Operetta 3. GRACE ELIZABETH DALAND Grace . . . tall and slender . . . very quiet . . . interested in children, home economcis and church. Band 2, 3; Intramurals 2, 3; Prom Committee 4. DEANNA MAE DICKENS Dee . . . sweet blond girl . . . very quiet . . . generous helping of brains. Intramurals 2, 3; Honor Roll 3; Credit Union Essay 3. ROBERT C. DAY Chip . . . neatly dressed, good-looking, dark wavy hair . . . popular . . . exceptional artistic ability. Student Council 2, 3; Display Committee 2; Chorus 2; Glee Club 2; Concerts 2; Senior Play 4; Prom Committee 2, 3, 4; Honor Roll 3; Yearbook Staff, Art Editor 4; Basketball 2; Math Club 4; History Elections 4; Intramurals 3; Senior Reception Committee 3; Debating Team 3, 4; Rhode Island Honor Society 4. ANN MARIE DiMARCO Ann . . . cute brunette with a sparkling smile ... is usually laughing and loves to get into mischief . . . dresses neatly. Barker Staff 4; Intramurals 2, 3; State Festivals 3; Chorus 2, 3; Glee Club 2, 3; Concerts 2; Business Staff 4; Prom Committee 4; Exchange Talent Show 3; Basketball Program Committee 4; Operetta 3. 16 CONSTANCE MARIE DeBARTOLO Connie . . . one of the shortest gals in high school . . . very popular . . . loves to get into mischief. Barker Staff 4; Intramurals 2, 3; Display Committee 2, 4; Chorus 2; Glee Club 2, 4; Concerts 2; Prom Committee 3; Exchange Talent Show 2; Ticket Seller 3, 4. more confident and ambitious than we were the previous year. Our class Officers for that year, James Lepikko, President; Ruth Vars .Vice-President; Nancy Gencarella, Secretary; and Marcia Hamilton, Treasurer; paved the way to our road of ambitions. Our school was well represented when Phyllis Pie-traallo, Ruth Vars and Jac-quie Joy attended the Girls’ State program at Providence. The annual affair is sponsored by the American Legion. In April and May many of us began contemplating attending schdols of higher education. Brown Hope High School, and Providence College were settings of nervous apprehensive juniors approaching ALLEN STANTON DOUGLASS Doodles’' . . quiet, rather shy lad . . . well liked by those who know him . . . plans to join the Air Force after graduation. WILLIAM ELMER DUARTE Bill” ■ ■ • quiet and polite . . . great ambition to enter the armed services immediately after graduation. Stage Crew 2, 3. MICHAEL FRANCIS DUFFICY Duff” . . . good-looking senior with curly brown hair . very quiet . . . interested in horses. Stage Crew 3, 4; Assistant Stage Manager 4; Rhode Island Honor Society. their first attempt at state college board exams. The peculiar odors and noises emitted from Room 13 can be accredited to Carolyn Giorno, Ruth Vars, Jacquie Joy, Pat Nardone and Dave Youden, the chemistry team of ’56. The Class of 57 takes credit for introducing standardized uniform class rings. We did this to promote the idea of W H S. graduates having uniform class rings each year, not two or three styles as in the past. We elected Pat Nardone and Matt Lewiss to be our junior Yearbook representatives. With Leap Year on its way, we forestalled plans for a Leap Year Dance. Many attended to dance to Ll 1 JOAN EVERGLYN EDWARDS Joanie” .. . graceful and feminine . . . soft-spoken manner . . . loves little children. Barker Staff 4; Senior Play 4; Prom Committee 4; Queen s Court 3, 4; Senior Reception Committee 3; Yearbook Staff 4; Applied Music 2, 3; R.I. Honor Society 4. 17 JOHN FREDERICK ELDRIDGE Jack . . . fire-red hair . . . disc jockey on W.E.R.I. . . talented in public speaking and acting. Intramurals 2, 4; Display Committee 2; Baseball 2, 4; Chorus 3, 4; Glee Club 3, 4; Frolics 2, 4; Prom Committee 2, 4; Prize Speaking 2, 4; Dance Band 4; History Elections 4; Musical Comedy 3. BARBARA ANN DWYER Barbie” . . . rather quiet . . . friendly . . . talented in the writing of poetry. Band 2, 3; Intramurals 2, 3; State Festivals 2, 3; Concerts 2, 3; Prom Committee 2, 3, 4; Exchange Talent Show 2; All State Festival 2; Credit Union Essay 2. DONALD FRANCIS FELICETTI Phil” . . . rugged senior with a resonant voice . . well liked by all who know him . . . enjoys playing football. Intramurals 3, 4; Football 2, 3, (Co-captain) 4; Prom Committee 3. DOMINIC JOSEPH FERRARO Dom . . . keen sense of humor . . . witty . . . loves assemblies. Intramurals 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 3. JUDITH ELAINE FIORE Judy” . . . very attractive brunette . . . dresses neatly . . . talkative and friendly. Barker Staff 4; Intramurals 2, 3; State Festivals 2, 3; Chorus 2, 3; Glee Club 2, 3; Concerts 2, 3; Sweetheart Swing Queen 4; Operetta 3. MICHAEL JOHN FLYNN ' Red . . . crop of bright red hair . . . likes to get into mischief . . . may join Air Force after graduation. Baseball 2, 3; Prom Committee 2; Stage Crew 2, 3. i CAROLE ANN FORTUNE Carole . . . sweet smiling, dainty lass . . . quiet but pleasing way . . . always looks as neat as a pin. State Festivals 2, 3; Glee Club 2, 3; Concerts 2, 3; Honor Roll 3, 4. ARLENE ELSIE FRANCIS Arlene . . . friendly way, warm smile ... a true friend . . . enjoys library work. Intramurals 2, 3. SANDRA JEAN FRENCH Sa . . . pretty smile and expressive brown eyes . . . can eat and eat and never gain an ounce ... is a Moo . Intramurals 2, 3; Display Committee 2; State Festivals 3; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Army-Navy Team 2, 3; Concerts 2, 3; Prom Committee 2; Office work School Office 3, 4; Senior Play 4; Drivers Test 3; Rhode Island Honor Society 4. RALPH EDWIN GARDNER Ralph . . . tall, dark, and handsome . . . dresses neatly . . . very friendly. Band 4; Solo and Ensemble Festival 4. 18 the music of the Five Chords, of which two classmates, Matt Lewiss and Pat Liguori, are members. Before long, February was here again, and in preparation for the Sweetheart Swing, we chose Joan Rindell and Nancy Gen-carella as candidates for the Queen of Hearts. Matt Lewiss and Carolyn Giorno, Co-Chairmen of Garden of Roses, did an excellent job on our first prom. The theme was carried out to a T” with a miniature waterfall and fresh colorful flowers. The anxiety of the crowning of the queen suspended until the faculty finally chose Pat Nardone. She looked lovely as she approached her dazzling court comprised of Elaine Serra, Jacquie DONALD RAY GAVITT Don” . . talkative classmate with a broad smile . . . enjoys roller skating ... is an asset to the W.II.S. Choir. Barker Start 2; Intramurals 4; Chorus 2, 4; Glee Club 2, 4; Concerts 2, 4; Frolics 4; Senior Play 4; Prom Committee 3, 4; Math C lub 4; Basketball Program Committee 4. JOY BELLE GAVITT Joy” . . . friendly and pleasant manner . . . very quiet . . . enjoys music and loves to sing. Chorus 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 2, 3. 4; Concerts 2, 3, 4; Frolics 4; Exchange Talent Show 3; Solo and Ensemble Festival 3; Pops Concert 4; Senior Sextet 4; Bel I tones 3, 4; Office Work in School Office 2, 3, 4. FRANCIS BRADY GEARY Fran'’ . . . tall with dark hair . . . fun to know . . . plans to study business at U R.I. Prom Committee 3. PATRICIA ANN GENCARELLA Patti' . . . vivacious senior who loves excitement . . . quick to laugh but quick to anger . . . always dresses in a most stylish manner. Barker Staff 3, 4; Usherette 3, 4; Prom Committee 4; Ticket Seller 2. Joy, Cammy MacNeil, Joan Rindell, Joan Edwards and Dolores Scrra. Outstanding senior baseball players on the team of ’56 were Jim LaPictra, Joe Terra nova, Reggie Beers, Bob Laing and Benny Brown. In June of 1956 we bade our seniors farewell by sponsoring their Senior Reception. As Chairman, Theresa Negri made our last activity with the seniors a memorable one. As seniors we comprised the North Star,” the brightest star in our sky of memories. The show of a potential leader was evident when James Lepikko was elected for his third consecutive term as President. Nancy Gencarella, Secretary; also JOSEPH JOHN GENCARELLI Genks . . . speaks in a booming voice . . . loads of fun . . . very well liked. Intramurals 3, 4; Football 3, 4; Glee Club 2; Prom Committee 3; Stage Crew 2, 3, 4. EDWARD A. GILLULY, III Red . . . crop of bright red hair . . . quiet, usually calm, cool, and collected . . . diligent and dependable. Senior Play 4; Prom Committee 3. 4; Senior Reception G� mmittee 3. PAUL WILLIAM GILLULY Gu . . . another red headed senior . . . mischievous . . . hangs around with underclassmen. Intramurals 2; Basketball 2. 19 ANN MARIE GINGERELLI L.P.” . . . noted for her gift of gab . . . interesting and witty . . . always planning and scheming. Barker Staff 3, 4; Intramurals 2, 3; Business Staff (Operetta) 3; Prom Committee 4; Basketball Program Committee 4; Rhode Island Honor Society. Ca . . . birght red hair and a friendly smile . . . rather quiet but an efficient and able organizer . . . generous helping of brains and magnetic personality. Student Council 3, 4; Barker Staff 2, 3, (Editor) 4; Intra-murals 2; Prom Committee 3; Senior Reception Committee 3; Honor Roll 2, 3, 4; Martha C. Babcock Essay Prize 2; Yearbook Staff 4; Chemistry Team 3; I Speak for Democracy Contest 4; Dante Prize 2; Calabrese Society 2. RICHARD ALLAN GRAY Dick . . . friendly and popular .. . spent his junior year away from W.H.S. . . . interested in hot-rods and horses. Intramurals 2; Prom Committee 2, 4. CAROLYN ROSE GIORNO ALICE BELL GRILLS Belzie . . . has many beautiful clothes . . . excellent majorette . . . friendly disposition. Barker Staff 2; Intramurals 2, 3; State Festivals 2, 3, 4; Chorus 2, 3; Glee Club 2, 3; Army-Navy Team 2; Concerts 2, 3, 4; Usherette 2, 3, 4; Frolics 4; Prom Committee 2, 3; Twirler 2; Drum Majorette 3, 4; All State Band 2, 3, 4; Ticket Seller 4; Pop Concert 4. DAVID ROBERT GRILLS Dave . . . friendly smile . . . comes up with timely sayings . . . plans to attend college. Intramurals 2, 3, 4; Basketball 2, 3; Senior Play 4; Honor Roll 2; Math Club 4; Basketball Program Committee 4; Pre-Game Basketball Announcer 4; Rhode Island Honor Society. MARCIA LEE HAMILTON Marsh . . . tall and attractive . . . outstanding personality, a good worker . . . possesses a beautiful diamond ring. Barker Staff 2; Intramurals 2, 3; Army-Navy Team 2, 3; Class Treasurer 2, 3; Prom Committee 2, 3; Senior Reception Committee 3; Honor Roll 2, 3, 4; Yearbook Staff 4; Rhode Island Honor Society. 20 LEE SPRAGUE GREENWOOD, II Lee” . . . good looking and very intelligent . . . excellent business manager . . . plays a line clarinet. Band 2, 3, 4; Barker Staff 4; Intramurals 2, 4; Football 4; State Festivals 2, 3, 4; Concerts 2, 4; Senior Play 4; Prom Committee 3, 4; Honor Roll 2, 3, 4; Exchange Talent Show 2; Yearbook Staff 4; Math Club 4; All State Band 2, 4; I Speak for Democracy Contest 3; Band Officers (Manager) 4; Populist Party (Councilman) 4; Basketball Program Committee 4; Rhode Island Honor Society. served three consecutive terms. John Joyce was also given a vote of confidence when we elected him to the positions of Vice-President and Class Marshall. Although Jacquie Joy was newly elected, her adept-ness at facts and figures became apparent. Soon fall was drifting away, leaving behind its carpet of multi-colored foliage. Its influence and effect was such that Cammy MacNeil, Chairman of the decoration committee, and Jacquie Joy and Matt Lew-iss, Co-Chairmen of the prom committee, determined Autumn Leaves as the theme of our Senior Prom. Appropriately adorned in a beautiful rust-colored gown, our queen, Cammy MacNeil, ascended JOHN EARL HARDING. JR Dink . . . determined fellow with a host of pals . . friendly manner . . . loves basketball. Band 2, 3, 4; Intramurals 2. 3, 4; Basketball 2, 3. 4; State Festivals 2; Concerts 2, 3, 4; Prom Committee 2, 4; Honor Roll 2; Exchange Talent Show 3; Yearbook Staff 4; Football Manager 3; Rhode Island Honor Society. her rustic pedestal. It was surrounded by her very attractive court: Joan Edwards, Jacquie Joy, Fatty Nardone, Joan Rindell, Elaine Scrra, and Ruth Vars. The spirit of football soon filled the hearts of all. Elected to the post of leaders of our football team were Donald Felicetti and Matt Lewiss. Mike Urso, Angelo Comforti, Tom Nardone, and Benny Brown were outstanding senior members of the team who assisted them to five victories and five losses. Our team standing at the end of the season was fourth place. This was the first time in four years that we defeated Stonington. We totaled a thirty-eight-point margin lead, which. ANNE JEANNE HEPWORTH Heppi . . . fun-loving, happy-go-lucky lass ... her cheerfulness is contagious . . . enjoys roller skating in her spare time. BEVERLY ALICE HILL Bev ... a gal with a friendly - smile for everyone . . . posses- ses outstanding mathematical ability . . always ready to have a good time. Band 2, 3; Intramurals 2, 3; State Festivals 2; Concerts 2, 3; Senior Play 4; Prom Committee 2, 4; Honor Roll 4; Band Officers 3; Rhode Island Honor Society. Honor Roll 3; Rhode Island Honor Society. JOAN VELLETTA HOPWOOD Hoppi . . beautiful soprano voice . . . talkative and full of fun . . . very capable. Barker Staff 4; State Festivals 3, 4; Chorus 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Concerts 2, 3, 4; Frolics 4; Junior Sextet 3; Solo and Ensemble Festival 3, 4; Applied Music 4; Senior Octette 4; All State Chorus 4; Belltones 3, 4; Sophomore Hop Committee 2. mm MARJORIE JEAN HOXSIE Marge'' . . . lively and engaging personality . . . avid basketball fan . . . always ready with a laugh. State Festivals 3; Chorus 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 2. 3, 4; Frolics 4; Senior Play 4; Prom Committee 2; Honor Roll 2, 3; Solo and Ensemble Festival 3; Applied Music 2; Operetta 3; Rhode Island Honor Society. 21 RONALD HOLLOWAY Ron” . . . quiet and polite . . . well liked by those who know him . . . plans to enter the service after graduation. WILLIAM ARTHUR HUSTWIT Bill” . . . good-looking fellow with a flattop” . . . liked by everyone . . . friendly personality and pleasant smile. Student Council 2, 3, 4; Display Committee 2; Senior Play 4; Prom Committee 2, 3, 4; Senior Reception Committee 3; Yearbook Staff 4; Math Club 4; Rhode Island Honor Society. JAMES WILFRED JALBERT Jim . . . handsome, well mannered lad . . . quiet, modest manner . . . easy to get along with. Intramurals 2. MEREDITH JOHNS Merry” . . . beautiful, naturally curly hair . . . friendly smile and sparkling personality .. . neat, well-dressed at all times. Intramurals 2, 3; Display Committee 2; Business Staff 4; Prom Committee 3; Honor Roll 3; Yearbook Staff 4; Sophomore Hop Committee 2; Office Work in School Office 3, 4; Rhode Island Honor Society. GAIL PATRICIA KENYON Gail” . . . usually smiling, laughing, and having a tine time . . . everybody's friend . . . always eager to tell a story or to hear one. Intramurals 2, 3. 4; Chorus 2; Glee Club 2, 4; Army-Navy Team 2; Concerts 2, 4; Prom Committee 2, 3; Honor Roll 2, 3; Rhode Island Honor Society. MARJORIE LOUISE KITE Margie . . . pretty long, blond hair . . . friendly with everyone, can accept people for what they are ... is a Moo . Barker Staff 4; Intramurals 2, 3; Display Committee 2; State Festivals 2, 3; Chorus 2; Glee Club 2, 3; Army-Navy Cheerleader 2; Concerts 2, 3; Usherette 2; Frolics 4; Senior Play 4; Prom Committee 2, 4; Exchange Talent Show 2; Twirler 2; Cheerleader 3, 4. BARBARA ANN JOYCE Barbie . . . tall, slender senior .. . keen interest in sports . . . many of her friends hail from Stonington. Glee Club 2. GAYLE ANNE KELLEY Gayle” . . . tall red-head . . . a comedian, the life of any party . . . talkative, musically talented, and interested in 4-H. Intramurals 2, 3; State Festivals 3; Chorus 2, 3; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Concerts 2, 3; Usherette 2; Frolics 4; Senior Play 4; Exchange Talent Show 3; Junior Sextet 3; Senior Octette 4; Musical Comedy 3; Sophomore Hop Committee 2; Sophomore Quintet 2; Bell-tones 3. NANCY AVIS LAING Nan . . . cute senior with short dark hair . . . talkative, full of fun . . . musically talented. Band 2, 3; Intramurals 2; State Festivals 2; Glee Club 4; Concerts 2; Usherette 3; Frolics 4; Prom Committee 3, 4; Honor Roll 2. being the second highest score against Stonington in the school’s history, exceeded only by the 1917 score of 122-0, rates another merit for the Class of ’57. The senior display committee, of which Angelo Spezzano was Chairman, w'on second place in the re-organized Thanksgiving Day competition. The following seniors helped to make the display: Joe Olean, Elaine Bookataub, Cam my MacNeil, Frank Celico and Connie DeBar-tolo. The display consisted of a table at which the tw'o Co-Captains were seated, each holding a bottle of blood. On one side was a large bulldog holding a tiny teddy bear and there were two signs reading What Do We Eat? Bear 22 ROBERT THOMAS LAING Ting ... has a ready smile and is always ’good for a laugh . . . one of the most popular seniors ... an outstanding athlete. Intramurals 2, 3, 4; Basketball Baseball 2. 4; Honor Roll 2; Football Manager 2; Rhode Island Honor Society. JAMES JOHN LaPIFTRA Caesar . . . easy going, always calm, cool, and collected . . . string of nicknames a mile long . . . basketball star with a deadly set shot. Intramurals 4; Basketball 2, 3, (Co-Captain) 4; Baseball 2, 3, 4; Senior Reception Committee 3. GINO GAETANO LAVARINI Gino . . . husky lad with a bushy crop of hair . . . possesses a fire-engine res! Ford convertible with dual exhausts . . . rather quiet. Stage Crew 2, 3, 4. BRENDA SUSAN LEIBOVITZ Bren . . . friendly and companionable . . . enjoys driving and roller skating . . . plays the piano well. Band 2; Barker Staff 4; Intra-murals 2; State Festivals 2; Glee Club 4; Concerts 2; Prom Committee 4; Applied Music 3. Meat!” and 'Skin ’em Alive! on the other side. In November 1956 we had a taste of democracy by conducting a mock election under the supervision of Mr. Smith. Mr. Smith believes that learning is facilitated through participation and observation. His untiring efforts to carry on such demonstrations as a mock election and a model legislature are proof of this. Ruth vars, Populist Chairman, and Jack Eld-ridge, Progressive Chairman, conducted their political campaigns similar to those of our nation. The winning Populist party consisted of John Joyce, Governor; John Walker, Lieutenant Governor; Jack Marriott, Senator; Nancy Gencarella, State Repre- MICHAEL LOUIS LEONE Mike” . . . friendly guy with a pleasing personality . . . speaks Italian as well as English and is studying French diligently. 23 MATTHEW I. LEWISS Matt . . . true leader, able organizer, industrious worker . . . outstanding personality . . . plays an excellent saxa-phone. Band 2, 3, 4; Intramurals 2, 3, 4; Display Committee 2; Football 2, 3. (Co-Captain) 4; State Festivals 2; Concerts 2, 3, 4; Class Vice-President 2; Frolics 2, 4; Senior Play 4; Prom Committee 2, 3, 4; Senior Reception Committee 3; Honor Roll 2; Exchange Talent Show 3 ;Yearbook Staff 3, 4; Math Club 4; All State Band 2; Solo and Ensemble Festival 2; Stage Production (Marrying Marion) 3; Thanksgiving Proclamation Winner 3; Progressive Party Member 4; Dance Band 3, 4; Rhode Island Honor Society. PATRICK ANTHONY LIGUORI Pat” . . . lively, friendly senior .. . liked by everyone . . . one of the best trumpet players in Westerly. Band 2, 4; State Festivals 2; Concerts 2, 4; Frolics 2, 4; Prom Committee 3; Exchange Talent Show 3: All State Band 2; Solo and Ensemble Festival 2. ROBERT EDWARD LIGUORI Bob . . . popular senior, full of fun, and always ready to have a good time . . . dependable worker . . . nice personality. Intramurals 2, 4; Chorus 2; Glee Club 2; Concerts 2; Frolics 2, 4; Senior Play 4; Prom Committee 3, 4; Honor Roll 2; Yearbook Staff 4; Math Club 4; Rhode Island Honor Society. ROBERT ALAN L1LLIGREN Bob” . . . quiet but has a mischievous twinkle in his eye . . . active in intramurals . . . plans to enter the Air Force after graduation. Intramurals 2, 3, 4. JANICE ELAINE MacKAY Jan . . . glowing smile . . . rather quiet . . . feminine, sweet, an all-round pal. Barker Staff 4; Chorus 2; Glee Club 2, 4; Concerts 2, 4; Usherette 3; Frolics 4; Martha C. Babcock Essay Prize 2; Applied Music 2; Senior Octette 4; Rhode Island Honor Society. JOAN ROBERTA MAINE Joan . . . friendly girl with an engaging personality . . . rather quiet and unassuming . . . has many friends. Band 2; Intramurals 2; State Festivals 3; Glee Club 3, 4; Concerts 3, 4; Frolics 4; Honor Roll 4; Senior Octette 4; Bell-tones 3. ELLEN FRANCES MANNING Ellen . . . lively gal who loves to tease . . . wonderful personality and always full of fun . . . everybody’s friend. Barker Staff 4; Intramurals 2; Prom Committee 2. JOYCE MARIE MARR Joyce . . . cute little gal with short dark hair . . . capable and dependable . . . loves secretarial work. w Ij ELEANOR CAMERON MacNEIL Cam . . . beautiful long dark hair and a winning smile . . . of an independent nature . . . Eloisc, her car, is her pride and joy ... is a Moo”. Barker Staff 3, 4; Intramurals 2, 3; Display Committee 4; State Festivals 3; Glee Club 3, 4; Army-Navy Cheerleader 2, 3; Concerts 3, 4; Frolics 4; Prom Committee 4; Queen's Court 2, 3, (Queen) 4; Senior Reception Committee 3; Sophomore Hop Committee 2. sentative; John Stevens, 1st Councilman; and Lee Greenwood, 2nd Councilman. January and February brought with them many important and memorable events. One which will be remembered for years to come is our last attempt at college board exams. Had we really accomplished anything at W.H.S.? On January 31 Ruth Vars, with a scholastic average of 97.4, was given the well-deserved title of Barker Staff 4; Intramurals 2, 3; Usherette 3; Business Staff 3, 4; Prom G mmittee 3, 4; Honor Roll 3, 4; Martha C. Babcock Essay Prize 2; Yearbook Staff 4; Ticket Seller 3, 4; Sophomore Hop Committee 2; Debating Team 4; Rhode Island Honor Sociery. 24 Valedictorian. Jacquie Joy, who had attained an average of 96.2 wa$ honored as Salutatorian. On February 5 Ruth Vars was announced winner of the D.A.R. award, another highly respected honor, which is awarded JOHN EDWARD MARRIOTT Mate' . . . one of the best liked fellows in school . . . plays character parts in W.H.S. comedies . . witty and well able to tell a joke. Band 2; Intramurals 2, 3, 4; Basketball 2, 3; Football 2; Chorus 4; Concerts 2, 3, 4; Frolics 4; Exchange Talent Show 3; Stage Crew 3; Army-Navy Coach 3; Ticket Seller 2, 3, 4; Baseball Manager 3; Football Manager 3, 4. annually on the basis of dependability, service, leadership and patriotism. The runner-ups were Carolyn Giorno and Pat Nardone. February 15 brought with it the excitement of the annual Army-Navy game. Distribution of blue and gold decorations to Navy fans and orange and brown ornaments to Army fans helped to build enthusiasm. Pat Nardone, Jacquic Joy, and Lois Spo-sato, representing Navy, and Mary Wilson and Ruth Vars, representing Army, were chosen to play for their respective teams. The following varsity players coached the two teams: Bob Laing, Jim Lepikko, and John Joyce for Navy. Sunky” Reale, Ron Sten-house, and Jim LaPietra for DENNIS BARRY MARTIN Denny . . . quiet lad with a pleasing personality . . . generous helping of brains . . . likes to debate. Band 3; Barker Staff 4; Intramurals 2, 3, 4; Honor Roll 2, 3, 4; Debate Team 3, (Captain) 4; Rhode Island Honor Society. A THERESA ANN McELROY Tess” . . . tall, slender, attractive brunette . . . flashing green eyes . . . always enjoys a good time. Usherette 3; Business Staff 4. GEORGE EDWARD MAYHEW, JR. Perk . . . mischievous hot-rodder . . . friendly and always ready to have a good time . . . happy-go-lucky. Band 2, 3, 4; Barker Staff 2; Intramurals 2, 3, 4; Basketball 2; Football 2; Baseball 2, 3, 4; State Festivals 2, 3, 4; Concerts 2, 3, 4; Frolics 4; Exchange Talent Show 3; Solo and Ensemble Festival 2, 4; Ticket Seller 2, 3. 4; Band Officers 4. SHIRLEY ANN MIRANDA Shirl . . . gets along well with everyone . . . pleasing ways and friendly smile . . . spends much spare time roller skating. Barker Staff 4; Intramurals 2; Prom Committee 4; Honor Roll 3; Ticket Seller 2; Rhode Island Honor Society. JOHN A. McCALL Monk . . . tall with dark curly hair . . . fun to know . . . interested in hunting and Ashing. Rhode Island Honor Society. STEPHEN DONALD MITCHELL Mitch . . . rather short . . . good-natured and friendly . . . plans to enter the Air Force after graduation. Intramurals 4. 25 SYLVESTER MICHAEL MORRONE, JR. Syl’' . . . mischievous, possesses a keen sense of humor . . . dependable and hard working . . . ambitious. Barker Staff 4; Senior Play 4; Prom Committee 2, 4; Martha C. Babcock Essay Prize 2. CAROL MARY MORROW Carol” . . . neatly dressed senior with a winning smile . . . likes to talk ... is very fond of horses. State Festivals 3; Chorus 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 2, 3. 4; Concerts 2, 4; Usherette 2, 3; Frolics 4; Exchange Talent Show 2; Junior Sextet 3. THOMAS RAYMOND NARDONE Tom . . . might be called a shy romeo . . . seems quiet but wait until you get to know him . . . enjoys football and was an asset to our team. Intramurals 3; Football 2, 3. i THERESA ANN NIGRI Tree . . . sociable with a pleasing personality . . . good organizer . . . adept at bookkeeping. Student Council 4; Barker Staff 3, (Business Editor) 4; Intramurals 2, 3; Glee Club 3; Business Staff 3, 4; Prom Committee 4; Senior Reception Committee Chairman 3; Honor Roll 2, 3, 4; Yearbook Staff 4; Ticket Seller 4; Debating Team 4; Political Party Committee 4; Rhode Island Honor Society 4. FRANCES IRENE MULLER Fran . . . happy-go-lucky, pint-sized gal . . . very talkative and laughs a lot . . . bubbling personality. Intramurals 2, 3; State Festivals 3; Chorus 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Concerts 2, 4; Frolics 4; Honor Roll 2, 3; Bell tones 4; Rhode Island Honor Society. £ VINCENT OTTO NOWAKOWSKI Vinny . . . friendly senior with a shy, warm smile . . . not talkative but manages to say the right thing at the right time . . . uncertain future plans. Intramurals 2, 3; Chorus 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Concerts 2, 3, 4; Ticket Seller 2, 3, 4; Rhode Island Honor Society. 26 PATRICIA MARIE NARDONE Pat” . . . beautiful hair and flawless complexion . . . allround girl . . . W.H.S.’s good will ambassador to Europe. Student Council 2, 3, (Secretary 4; Barker Staff 2, 3, 4; Intramurals 2, 3, 4; Army-Navy Team 2, 3, 4; Prom Committee 2, 3, 4; Queen’s Court 2, (Queen) 3; Honor Roll 2, 3, 4; Yearbook Staff 3, 4; Chemistry Team 3; Delegate to Europe 3; Rhode Island Honor Society. Army. Because of Miss Walker’s heavy gym schedule, she was unable to carry out the Intramural schedule. Miss Carlesi, a recent graduate of W H S. who realized how much the girls enjoy participating in Intramurals, readily agreed to render her assistance. We all thank Miss Carlesi for the overall success of our senior Intramural program. Judy Stone and Judy Fiore were senior candidates for queen at the Sweetheart Swing. Tryouts for the senior play, a drama entitled Remarkable Incident at Car-sons Corners” were met with eager attendance. The participants as well as the director, Mrs. Spargo, faced a tremendous challenge; to render such a performance JOSEPH EDWARD JOHN OLEAN • Joe . . . friendly and well mannered . . intelligent and has many friends . • inter- ested in the field of diesel. JOSEPH JOHN PARNIGONI Joe Ponn . . . friendly senior who is always smiling . . . liked by everyone ... is forever saying No kidding!”. Intramurals 4; Football 3; Prom Committee 2; Honor Roll 4; Math Club 4. MARGARET ANNE PATTON ’Margaret . . . quiet but by no means shy . . . wardrobe of beautiful clothes . interested in records and roller skating. Barker Staff 4; Glee Club 3; Business Staff 4; Honor Roll 3; Rhode Island Honor Society. DORIS ELLEN PEARCE Doris . . . tiny blonde with a cute smile ... a true friend, well liked by all . . . has many nice clothes. Barker Staff 4; Intramurals 2, 3; Glee Club 3; Usherette 3; Business Staff 4; Prom Committee 3; Honor Roll 2, 3, 4; Rhode Island Honor Society. which would surpass the pattern of comedies of the past. The cast was as follows: Chip Day, Nancy Gencarella, Jean Catalano, Ed Gilluly, Matt Lewiss, Janet Chiaradio, Jacquie Vacca, Bob Liguori, Elaine Serra, Bill Hustwit, Gary Barnes, Gayle Kelley, Margie Hoxsie, John Stevens, Lee Greenwood, Dave Grills, Ruth Vars, Jeanette Brayman, Betty Chester, Margie Kite, Tony Castag-naro, Jacquie Joy, Joan Rindell, Don Gavitt, Syl Morrone and Ed May hew. Joan R indell served as Captain of the cheerleaders. She was ably assisted by Margie Kite, Jacquie Vacca and Dee Dec Smith, other energetic senior cheerleaders. They cheered so well and injected so PASQUALE JOSEPH PERRI Par . . . friendly fellow with coal black hair and bright blue eyes . . . interested in electricity . . . plans to study electronic engineering. Intramurals 2, 3, 4; Prom Committee 3; Honor Roll 2, 3; Yearbook Staff 4; Math Club 4; Basketball Opening 4; Rhode Island Honor Society. WILLIAM EARL PERRIN Bill” . friendly, good looking senior . . . rather quiet, always cool, calm, and collected . . . excellent square-dancer. Intramurals 3, 4; Prom Committee 4. PHYLLIS ROSE PIETRAALLO Phyl . . . friendly gal with a pleasing personality . . hard working and dependable . . . generous helping of brains. Barker Staff 2, 3, 4; Intramurals 2, 3; Prom Committee 2, 3; Honor Roll 2, 3, 4; Martha C. Babcock Essay Prize 2; Yearbook Staff 4; Girls’ State Conference 3; Credit Union Essay 2; Rhode Island Honor Society. 27 JOSEPH FRANK QUARATELLA Joe . . . imposing but friendly senior . . . forever getting into mischief . . . speaks in loud, booming tones. Intramurals 2, 3, 4; Football 2, 3, 4; Chorus 2; Glee Club 2, 3; Stage Crew 2, 3, 4. RICHARD GAVIN RANKIN Dick . . . good looking senior .. . always noticeable in a crowd . . . undecided future plans. FREDERICK REAT SCHOLFIELD Schof” . . . fun-loving lad with a crew hair cut . . . avid basketball fan . . . enjoys getting into mischief. Intramurals 3, 4; Stage Crew 3; Credit Union Essay 2. DAVID WILLIAM SEAGRAVE Dave” . . . quiet, friend to all . . . never has an unkind word to say to anyone ... interested in his trumpet and in the field of science. Band 2, 3, 4; Intramurals 2, 4; State Festivals 2, 3, 4; Concerts 2, 3, 4; Frolics 4; Prom Committee 3, 4; Math Club 4; All State Band 3, 4; Solo and Ensemble Festival 2, 3, 4; Ticket Seller 2, 3, 4; Credit Union Essay 2; Band Officers (Vice-President) 4; Dance Band 3, 4; Graduation Orches-stra 3; Rhode Island Honor Society. JOAN ANN R INDELL Joni” . . . beautiful blonde with big blue eyes and a flashing smile . . . characterized by her grace and poise ... is a Moo . Barker Staff 4; Intramurals 2, 3; State Festivals 3; Chorus 2; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Army-Navy Team 2; Concerts 2, 3, Usherette 2, 3; Frolics 4; Senior Play 4; Prom Committee 2; Queen's Court (Queen) 2, 3, 4; Exchange Talent Show 2; Sweetheart Swing Court 3; Cheerleader 3, (Captain) 4. PATRICIA AURORA SERPA Pat . . . quiet and rather shy senior . . . kind word for everyone . . . usually cheerful, and her cheerfulness is contagious. Barker Staff 2, 3, 4; Intra-murals 2, 3, 4 ;Prom Committee 2; Credit Union Essay 2. 28 JUDITH ANN SALISBURY Judy . . . dainty lass with a sweet and friendly smile . . . sparkling personality and gracious manner . . . dances very well. Barker Staff 4; Intramurals 2, 3; State Festivals 3; Chorus 2, 3; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Concerts 2, 3, 4; Frolics 4; Prom Committee 2, 3; Senior Octette 4. much spirit into both the team and the spectators that the WHS. basketball team once more came out tops. Jim LaPietra and John Joyce, Co-Captains, were largely responsible for their success. Bob Laing and Jim Lepikko also played a big part in bringing about the championship and shared in the headlines. Reggie Beers and John Harding played on the second team. Another project which proved the initiative of the senior class was the organization of a basketball program committee. John Stevens was appointed chairman. Five committee members from the commercial department, Janet Chiaradio, Ann Marie Di-Marco, Ann Marie Ginger- 11 DOLORES JEAN SERRA DecDee” . . . cute carefree gal . . . noted for her unusual laugh . bubbling personality and happy ways. Student Council 3; Intramurals 2, 3, 4; Display Committee 2; Glee Club 3; From Committee 3. 4; Queen's Court 3; Sweetheart Swing Court 2; I Speak for Democracy Contest 3. clli, Nancy Gcncarella, and Lois Zcgarzewski, ran off Official Programs on the office liquid duplicator machine, and five other committee members, Don Gav-itt, Lee Greenwood, Dave Grills, Jack Marriott, and Jacquie Vacca were responsible for providing the contents of the program. Band officers for our senior year were the following: Jim Lepikko, President; Dave Seagraves, Vice-President; Joan Strong, Secretary-Treasurer; Lee Greenwood, Manager. Jim Lepikko, Lee Greenwood, Dave Sea-graves, John Harding, George Mayhew, Matthew-Lewiss and Neil Thorpe were members of the band for three years. The senior sextette w-as comprised of ELAINE MARIE SERRA Elaine” . . . tall, slender, and very attractive senior . . nice to know, pleasing and friendly . . . always very neat. Intramurals 2, 3, 4; Display Committee 2; State Festivals 2, 3; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Army-Navy Cheerleader 3; Concerts 2, 4; Usherette 2, 3; Senior Play 4; Prom Committee 2, 3; Queen's Court 3, 4; Twirler 2, 3. MARION EDITH SHEWCHUK Shuch . . . pleasant-looking blonde . . . loves to talk, friendly w ith everyone . . . fun to know. Intramurals 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 2, 4; Concerts 2, 4; Usherette 3, 4; Prom Committee 2. DAVID ROBERT SERVIDIO Dave” . . . well-dressed senior with a crew haircut . . . friendly manner . . . plans to become a jet pilot in the Air Force. Honor Roll 2; Basketball Manager 3, 4; Football Manager 2, 4, R I. Honor Society 4. SONJA HELEN SHERMAN Sonja . . . one of the quietest girls in our class . . . never loses her temper . . .very intelligent. Rhode Island Honor Society 4. FRANCES JOAN SHIBILIO Fran . . . quiet senior with a big, friendly smile . . . reserved and shy ... has several prize-winning miniature collies. Intramurals 2, 3; State Festivals 3; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Concerts 2, 3, 4; Business Staff 4. RICHARD COSMO SISCO Dick” . . . quiet senior with a friendly smile . . . has many friends . . . includes college in his plans for the future. Football 2, 3; Baseball 2; Honor Roll 2, 4; Math Club 4; Rhode Island Honor Society. 29 DEANNA MARGARET SMITH Dcde . . . attractive brunette with wining smile . . peppy cheerleader . . . talented in art, dancing, sewing. Barker Staff 4; Intramurals 2, 3, 4; Display Committee 2; Student Activities 3; Frolics 4; Prom Committee 2, 3; Exchange Talent Show 3; Cheerleader 3, 4; Applied Music 3. ANGELO RICHARD SPEZZANO Spitz . . . sharp-dressing, good-looking senior . . . outstanding on both ice skates and roller skates . . . talented artistically. Display Committee 4; Prom Committee 2, 3, 4. 30 NILA MAY SMITH Ni . . . cute little song bird . . . happy-go-lucky lass with a ready smile . . . warm and friendly manner. State Festivals 3; Chorus 2, 3; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Army-Navy Cheerleader 2; Concerts 2, 4; Frolics 2, 4; Exchange Talent Show 2; Solo and Ensemble Festival 3; Belltones 3, 4; Senior Sextet 4; Operetta 3. SALLY ANNE SMITH Sally ... a wonderful pal . . . willing to do anything for anyone . . . very pleasing voice. Intramurals 2; State Festivals 3; Chorus 2, 3; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Concerts 2, 3, 4; Frolics 4; Exchange Talent Show 3; Solo and Ensemble Festival 3; Ticket Seller 3; Senior Sextet 4; Belltones 3, 4; Political Party Committee 4. DIANA B. SPEARS Aggie . . . lovely, soft-spoken girl . . . quiet manner and reserved ways . . . possesses a beautiful voice. State Festivals 3, 4; Chorus 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Concerts 2, 3, 4; Frolics 4; Prom Committee 4; Exchange Talent Show 3; Solo and Ensemble Festival 3, 4; Senior Octette 4; Belltones 3, 4. LOIS JANE SPOSATO Spitz . . . humorous, pigeon-toed gal . . . bubbling with enthusiasm and impishness . . . originator of many sayings . . . is a Moo . Intramurals 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 4; Army-Navy Team 2, 3, 4. JOHN LINWOOD STEVENS Duck . . . lively, popular lad ... a real comedian . . . official scorer for basketball team. Band 2, 3; Intramurals 2, 3, 4; Display Committee 2; Football 2, 3, 4; State Festivals 2, 3; Chorus 4; Concerts 4; Frolics 4; Senior Play 4; Prom Committee 2, 3, 4; Solo and Ensemble Festival 2; Applied Music 3; Baseball Manager 2; Official Basketball Scorer 3, 4; Basketball Program Committee 4. the following girls: Nila Smith, Jean Catalano, Sally Smith, Nancy Laing, Carol Morrow, and Joy Gavitt. Margie Hoxsie was their piano accompanist. In a free land to live, with a free hand to write.” How well this motto symbolizes the challenges the Barker offers. Under the capable supervision of Carolyn Giorno as Editor, and the strenuous efforts of its staff, this newspaper reached its goal. Senior staff leaders were the following: Jacquie Joy, Associate Editor; Cammy Mac-Neil, News Editor; Phyllis Pietraallo, Feature Editor; Theresa Negri, Business Editor; Lee Greenwood, Circulation Manager; Nancy Gencarella, Type Manager. JUDITH KING STONE Judy . . . slender, attractive senior with a Texas drawl . . . gained much popularity in a very short time . . . outstanding personality. Glee Club 4; Honor Roll 4; Sweetheart Swing Court 4; Rhode Island Honor Society. Headed by Mr. Cornish, Staff Advisor, and Ruth Vars, Editor, the Yearbook staff was now endeavoring to meet their deadlines. Staff members were as follows: Chip Day, Bob Li-guori. Matt Lewiss, Bill Hustwit, Dave Youden, John Harding, Neil Thorpe, Pat Perri, Mary Ann Ward, Joyce Marr, Meredith Johns, Theresa Nigri, Nancy Gencarella, Jacquie Joy, Pat Nardone, Marcia Hamilton, Carolyn Giorno, Phyllis Pietraallo, Joan Strong, and Joan Edwards. Under the leadership of John Walker as President and Miss Ruisi an counsellor, the many Student Council projects during our senior year were well executed. Jim Lepikko served JOAN MARIE STRONG Joanic . . . pretty blond . . . friendly and well liked by all who know her . . . many cute clothes and always looks stylish and neat. Band 2, 3, 4; Barker Staff 4; Intramurals 2; State Festivals 2, 3, 4; Concerts 2, 3, 4; Prom Committee 3; Honor Roll 2, 3; Yearbook Staff 4; All State Band 3, 4; Solo and Ensemble Festival 4; Band Officers 4; Rhode Island Honor Society 4. NEIL HOWARD THORF Neil” . . . tall and good look ing with a shy smile . . . rather quiet . . . plays a fine trumpet in the band. Band 2, 3, 4; Intramurals 2, 3, 4; State Festivals 2, 3, 4; Concerts 2, 3, 4; Frolics 4; Exchange Talent Show 3, 4; Yearbook Staff 4; Ticket Seller 2, 3, 4; Dance Band 3, 4. JOSEPH PAUL TERRANOVA Peash” . . . can usually be found in the midst of noise and commotion . . . very friendly . . . likes to play football. Intramurals 3, 4. Basketball 2; Football 2, 3, 4; Baseball 2, 3, 4; Prom Committee 3. JEANNE CATHERINE THOMPSON Jeanne . . . always well dressed . . . pleasant personality . . . enjoys arguing and roller skating. Intramurals 2, 3; State Festivals 3; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Concerts 2, 3, 4; Sophomore Hop Committee 2; Political Party (Platform Committee) 4. THOMAS TAYLOR THORPE Debussy” . . . quiet, good-natured lad . . . generous supply of brains and very interested in science . . . plays the guitar in the dance band. Intramurals 4; Frolics 4; Honor Roll 4; Math Club 4; Dance Band 4; Finals of Merit Scholarship Competition 4; Rhode Island Honor Society. JOSEPH MATTHEW ULBIN Joe” . . . quiet, good-looking fellow . . . very interested in models . . . hopes to go to college. 31 MICHAEL JOSEPH URSO, JR. Wyatt Earp” . . . tall, nice looking senior . . . class ro-meo even if rather quiet . . . usually calm and composed, but has a temper. Intramurals 2, 3, 4; Football 2, 3, 4; Prom Committee 2, 3; Stage Crew 4. JACQUELYN ANNE VACCA Jacquie . . . friendly senior, inclined to be moody . . . can often be seen whizzing around in a Caddie ... interested in the YMCA ... is a Moo . Barker Staff 3, 4; Intramurals 2, 3, 4; Chorus 2, 3; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Concerts 2, 3, 4; Usherette 2, 3; Frolics 2, 4; Senior Play 4; Prom Committee 3, 4; Exchange Talent Show 2; Twirler 2; Cheerleader 3, 4; Sophomore Sextet 2. FRANK LOUIS VETELINO Eli . . . husky lad with dark hair . . . rather friendly . . . plans to join Air Force after graduation. Intramurals 4; Ticket Seller 2, 3. 4. JOHN MORTON WALKER Wedge” . . . popular senior with a warm smile for everyone . . . hard worker and takes an interest in his work . . . outreaching personality. Student Council 2, 3, (President) 4; Intramurals 2, 3, 4; Display Committee 2; Chorus 2, 3. 4; Glee Club 2, 3; Concerts 2, 4; Frolics 2; Prom Committee 3, 4; Senior Reception Committee 3; I Speak for Democracy Contest 4. RUTH VARS Ruthie . . . cute gal with short blond hair . . . one of the most outstanding girls W.H.S. has ever known ... a real leader, a capable organizer. Student Council 4; Barker Staff 2, 3, 4, (Assistant Editor) 3; Intramurals 2, 3, 4; Army-Navy Team 4; Usherette 3; Class Vice-President 3; Senior Play 4; Prom Committee 2, 3, 4; Sophomore Hop Chairman 2; Queen's Court 2, 4; Senior Reception Committee 3; Honor Roll 2, 3, 4; Yearbook Staff, Editor 4; Sweetheart Swing Court 2; Girls’ State Conference 3; Chemistry Team 3; Math Club 3; D. A. R. Award 4; I Speak for Democracy Contest 2; Valedictorian 4; Chairman Populist Party 4; Rhode Island Honor Society 4. WALLACE SNOW VANDERFORD Ban . . . friendly fellow with a pleasant personality . . . W.H.S s right-hand man when it comes to lighting and electricity . . . excellent square-dancer. Prom Committee 2, 3, 4; Stage Crew 3, 4; Projection Crew 2. as Vice-President and Pat Nardone as Secretary. One project was to establish a school seal which would be used on all official papers. All three classes were asked to submit one design or pattern for the seal, and the office would in turn choose the best of the three. Chip Day and Elaine Bookataub were assigned the task of drawing one up and submitting it. The class picnic, class banquet, and senior reception were truly fleeting occurrences. Soon, too soon, came baccalaureate services, and finally graduation. The events to which wc 32 had so anxiously looked JANE ELIZABETH WILLIAMSON MARY ANN WARD Mary Ann” . . . tall, pretty blond with a winning smile . . . engaging personality and friendly ways . . . possesses a beautiful diamond ring. Barker Staff 4; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Business Staff 4; Prom G mmittee 2, 3; Honor Roll 2, 3; Yearbook Staff 4; Office Work in School Office 3, 4; Rhode Island Honor Society. ’’Janie” . . . tall (like other members of her family) . . . friendly and pleasant manner . . . avid basketball fan. Intramurals 2, 3; Army-Navy Team 2; Usherette 3; Business Staff 4. MARY DOROTHY WILSON Mary . . . lively red-head . . . much athletic ability . . . very friendly, especially with grads”. Intramurals 2, 3, 4; Chorus 2; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Army-Navy Team 2, 3, 4; Frolics 3; Prom Committee 4; Credit Union Essay 2. DAVID H. YOUDEN ”YoYo” . . . Einstein” of W.H.S. . . . very interested in science and math . . . won many honors and awards. Display Committee 2; Prom Committee 2, 3, 4; Honor Roll 2; Stage Crew 2, 3, 4; Yearbook Staff 4; Projection Crew 2, 3, 4; Chemistry Team (State Champ) 3; Math Club 4; R.I. School Science Fair 2, 3, 4; Credit Union Essay 2; Merit Scholarship (Finalist) 4; Audio-Lights 2, 3, 4; Rhode Island Honor Society. forward had passed, leaving only pleasant memories, the highlights of which this class history outlines. The bright beams of the stars shall guide us into the unpredictable future and our lives shall continue in their diversified ways as He wills, helping us in every way possible to lead a full, happy and bright life. As we look back on our wonderful experiences, we shall always endeavor to keep the following in mind: Know the true value of time; snatch, seize, and enjoy every moment of it. LOIS IRENE ZEGARZEWSKI Lo” . . . always dresses neatly and appropriately . . . gets a kick out of bluffing her way along . . . sincere attitude, friendly disposition . . . valuable assets. Barker Staff 4. 33 CIM« 5 on9 Lv xuc. f'WV.e. Vv 'Voii V vj-or-i arr . L_ 3 ] V. 1 1 - 4a C J ■ g K I .yl 1 if AM M 4 4 I J J r v - ’ 4- - 1st verse — With a final salute to Westerly, we at last bid a fond farewell, 2nd verse — We are gathered here to graduate, then we'll each go different ways, 11 1 i rr (a) J J i r :— 1 l i ! -1 J 1 T 1 V t t - ■ We will never roam your halls anymore, but in our hearts memories will dwell. May all of us be a big success, in the hopeful coming days. Civ ot'uf ; m , i , n ■■ tv J 1 H 1 J Ti j — J d U d o—H—i ;—k l i f A So goodbye dear classmates, sadl; 4- ' we go with a sigh. w J— — JL I I . L m w A _ f «T , w m ill i i i A v m . j i And as we go we are proud they know that we attended Westerly High. M-.-J ■ CLASS POEM Our green years are fading behind us, Adulthood's presence is here. Life’s highway we will travel. Its burdens we will bear. We will cherish the tokens of friendship. We received from everyone, They will all be engraved in our memory. When graduation is over and done. May we all make Westerly proud of us, By the Golden Rule we shall abide, And whichever direction we follow, May conscience be our guide. A few silent tears will be shed, But they will prove worthwhile, When we think of what we've accomplished Only then, we are able to smile. So as we say our last farewell. Dear classmates, please take heed, May good luck follow us always. May God answer to our every need. — by Barbara Dwyer CLASS MOTTO CLASS COLORS Know the true value of time; snatch. Lavender and White seize, and enjoy every moment of it.” CLASS OF 1959 SOPHOMORE OFFICERS President Vice-President Secretary Treasurer V. Naccarato C. Toscano P. Chiaradio J. DeBartolo HOMEROOM 1 First Row (I. to r.): M. Scarpellino, J. Wills, M. Toscano, L. Tctlow, J. Thomson, V. Wilcox, P. Trebissacci, D. Winn. Second Row: T. Terranova, J. Toscano, M. Thorpe, M. Driscoll, K. Zegarzewski, S. Woodward, D. Fischer, F. Vitro, G. Visgilio. Third Row: D. Swain, J. Whitman, R. Sunderland, T. Wilks, G. Thayer, R. Weber. R. Whyte, W. Strawdcrman, G. Swcrdlick. HOMEROOM 20 First Row (1. to r.): C. Bailey, J. Adi-mari, J. Barbone, A. Arzamarski, R. Capizzano, P. Alfiero, G. Anderson, J. Arruda. Second Row: J. Bernard, R. Autry, R. Capalbo, S. Burdick, R. Bader, E. Boss, R. Bowder. Absent: W. Bru-nelle, R. Butler, R. Brown. 38 HOMEROOM 21 Fine Row (1. to r.): M. Browning, S. Bifgood. J Biswurm, F. Bitgood, C. H ■ rv, M Barr, L. Brown, L. Burdick, A Bruno. Second Row: A. Church, W. i arsten, J Collins. J. Cayer, E. Cckala, R Clark, G Carson, J. Corr, W. Czerk-.evuez, R Harris. Third Row: C. Cima-lore, J- Capizzano, W. Crandall, B. Cherenzia, C. Carboni, R. Chiaradio, F. Chiaradio, L. Capizzano, E. Cofonc. HOMEROOM 22 First Row (I. to r.): N. Cahoon, D. Capalbo, D. Day, B. Cayer, M. DePietro, D Desillier, S. Devoe, B Card, J. Car-uolo Second Row-: R. Felicetti, A. Fair, M Devine, W. Egan, J. Denault, A. Crowley, F. Dotolo, M. Flynn, O. Frink, J. DeBartolo. Third Row: P. Edwards, R. Gencarelli, T. Gavitt, R. Gabrielle, M Denault. V. Eleazer, L. Garafola, T. Dinwoodie, F. Gallo. HOMEROOM 23 First Row (1. to r.) : M. Frenette, E. Gervasini, M. Gardiner, J. Hall, H. Gabrielle, J. Eccleston, J. Hall, P. Du-beau. Second Row: J. Lazarro. C. Jacques, F. Griffith, J. Hall, L. Kin-man, M. Greene, J. Dunlap, E. LeClaire, B. James, J. Ledwith Third Row: R Kenyon, F. Larkin, G Konturas. P. Kenney, S. Haberek, D. Lloyd, D. Kinney, T. Gilchrist. 39 HOMEROOM 24 First Row (1. to r.) : G. Kelley, J. Holloway, T. Laudone, N. Jordan, B. Lancaster, R. Joseph, J. Hurtado, D. Kenny. Second Row: H. Monteith, P. Lamb, A. Hussereau, G. Kenyon, C. Lapham, L. Keskinen, L. Lupinacci. Third Row: L. Nadolny, A. Narciso, D. MacKay, C. Manfredi, J. Miner, G. Oates, W. Mos-caritolo, G. McCord, V. Naccarato, A. Manfredi. HOMEROOM 25 First Row (1. to r.): M. Plourdi, F. Mandella, W. Merritt, J. Melbourne, M. Nicastro, C. Merino, C. Liborio. Second Row: P. Pietraallo, J. Naccarato, D. McDonald, A. Olcowick, M. Parnigoni, D. Potter. Third Row: J. McKenzie, C. Nadolny, A. Lawton, C. Mattson, M. McGauran. v HOMEROOM 27 First Row (1. to r.): E. Romanella, F. Sacco, P. Remor, T. Sherman. P. Scott, F. Smith, D. Roberts, M. Sculco, C. Sanquedolce. Second Row: J. Pesca-tello, F. Perrin, L. Sabins, C. Tanner, I. Roberts, S. Sward, L. Sisson, D. Rigby, J. Selvidio, W. Pratt. Third Row: S. Silverstein, T. Trudel, J. Pescatello, K. Porter, W. Sonntag, J. Penry, K. Rath-bun, W. Randall, G. Schackner. 40 JUNIOR OFFICERS President Vice-President Secretary Treasurer J. Federico J. Parise A. Jacobson J. Clancy HOMEROOM 11 First Row (I. to r.): J- Algieri, M. Bruno, ). Arnold, B. Bitgood, E. Buck, S. Bridge, P. Almeida, J. Burdick. Second Row: J. Augeri, D. Barber, J. Altimari, M. Covello, J. Arnold, J. Armstrong, M. Carey, J. Arruda, D. Capalbo. Third Row: R Blinn, G. Brennan, J. Capalbo, J. Azzinaro, J. Ainsworth, W. Brennan. W. Adams, W. Arzamarski, J. Adamo. HOMEROOM 12 First Row (U to r.): C. Cozzolino, C. Chiaradio, J. Conto, L. Crandall, N. Clarke, G. Catalano, P. Cozzolino, R. Cofone. Second Row: J. Comforti, D. Crandall, S. Conover, D. Conti, F. Chi-mento, J. Celico. Third Row: R. Chester, R. Cornell, R. Cohen, R. Cappuccio, N. Cooke, K. Crandall. 43 HOMEROOM 13 First Row (I. to r.) : C. Cugini, J. Di-pollino, G. Curzio, A. DcBartolo, A. Ferguson, J. Edmond, P. DeSantis, P. Devoe. Second Row: D. Douglas, A. Falcone, B. DeBartolo, M. Crandall, C. DeLuca, J. DeBartolo, R. Crandall. Third Row: J. Curry, W. Douglas, R. Dawley, D. Dion, J. Falcone, D. DeFanti, B. Davis. HOMEROOM 14 First Row (I. to r.) : S. Gallagher, M. Mills, F. Gardiner, S. Giorno, B Gau-det, J. Habarek, D. Greene, Z. Herold. Second Row: M. Vaillancourt, M. Hargraves, E. Gentile. N. Hill, R. Irvine, J. Hoffman, S. Greene, B. Itchkawich. Third Row: L. Hayden, J. Feraco, D. Gaudreau, R. Husselbec, R. Henderson, R. Gibson, J. Federico, D. Gavitt, P. Gorskoski, W. James. HOMEROOM 16 First Row (1. to r.): F. Longolucco, J. Mayhew, J. Lynch, B. LaPere, E. Mebert, E. Mattero, L. Kelly, D. Johnson. Second Row: J. Lenihan, J. Lepikko, I. Melbourne, J. Overend, R. Ornberg, K. Patton, A. Jacobson. Third Row: J. Parise, G. McKinney, R. Stone, E. Mag-nuson, T. McCall, J. Murano. 44 HOMEROOM 18 First Row (I. to r.): P. Morronc, H. Oliver. G. Morrone, A. Napper, J. Murray, S. Morcnzoni. W. Morgan, M. Moranto. Second Row: R. Powers, C. Mosena. B. Orlan, A. Murphy, J. Muller. B Ornberg, G. T. Schoof. Third Row J. Servidio, W. Serio, B. Remor, R Perrin, R. Savage. R. Perri, F. Reale, J. Lepikko. HOMEROOM 19 First Row (1. to r.) : E. Sherron. G. Reese, M Thompson, D. Register, M. Russo. L. Staplin, J. Ornberg, S. Russell. Second Row: D. Smith, M. Piezzo, M. Robichaud, A. Pucci. C. Richardson, G. Scott, J. Salisbury, M. Salimeno, D. Wilcox. Third Row: D. West, R. Varas, H. Sisson, R. Spencer, J. Tarrant, R. Sisson. L Vetelino. HOMEROOM 20 First Row (1. to r.): P. Warner. B. Trombino, G. Urso, C. Vetelino. Second Row: J. Trebisacci, B. Ward, R. Turano. Absent: W. Ferraro. J. Chiaradio. 45 THE COURT (L. to r.): S. Russell, B. Ward, M. Nardone, M. Russo (Queen), D. Johnson, S. Bridge, C. Richardson. RHODE ISLAND HONOR SOCIETY First Row (I. to r.) : J. Joy, F. Muller, J. Strong, C. Bromley, S. Capalbo, T. Nigri, S. Miranda, R. Vars, J. Marr, D. Pearce, S. Sherman. Second Row: P. Pictraallo, A. Hep-worth, A. Brennan, M. Johns, J. MacKay, J. Edwards, C. Giorno, M. Ward, M. Patton, B. Hill, N. Gencarella. Third Row: P. Nardone, J. Harding, D. Grills, M. Dufftcy, T. Thorpe, R. Liguori, S. French, J. Stone. M. Cate, A. Ginger-elli, E. Austin, D. Martin, R. Sisco. W. Hustwit, M. Lewiss, M. Hoxsie. Fourth Row: D. Servidio, J. McCall, R. Beers, D. Youden, D. Seagrave, V. Nowakowski, L. Greenwood, R. Laing, J. Lepikko, R. Day, P. Perri. VALEDICTORIAN AND SALUTATORIAN Ruth Vars and Jacquelyn Joy Lee Greenwood No. 3 in Class; Receiver of NROTC Scholarship; Princeton College 48 DAR GOOD CITIZENSHIP AWARD Ruth Vars NATIONAL MERIT SCHOLARSHIP David Youden Thomas Thorpe 1956 CHEMISTRY TEAM (1. to r.): Carolyn Giorno; Miss Helena Dunn, Advisor; Jacquelyn Joy; David Youden, top chemist in R.I.; Patricia Nardone; Ruth Vars. Senior News J. Vacca and P. Nardone HYH Column E. Bookataub Fashions N. Gencarella and P. Serpa Horoscope J. Edwards Alumni A. Gingerelli Reporters S. Morrone and D. Martin Editor Associate Editor News Editor Feature Editor Business Editor Circulation Manager C. Giorno J- Joy E. MacNeil P. Pietraallo T. Nigri L. Greenwood . Sc.v°° TV VubV' .ree10 STUDENT COUNCIL First Row (I. to r.) : P. Remor, C. Bailey. B. Trombino, J. Lepikko, P. Nardone, J. Walker (President), T. Nigri, R. Vars, P. DeVoe. Second Row: Miss Lillian Ruisi (Advisor), D. McDonald, M. Nardone, K. Zegarzewski, C. Giorno, L. Keskinin, D. Johnson, Third Row: R. Blinn, R. Beers, R. Chiaradio, J. Federico, G. Konturas, R. Cohen, R. Gabrielle. PROJECTS OUR GOOD-WILL AMBASSADOR in EUROPE Patricia Nardone 52 MONITOR SYSTEM??? SADIE HAWKINS DANCE Real Farmers ?!? SWEETHEART SWING SWEETHEARTS AND BOWS Front Row: P. Remor, S. Woodward, J. Stone, R. Turano, J. Edmond. Queen: J. Fiore. Back Row: J. Brancato, E. Magnusson, J. Walker, D. Felicetti, R. Stenhouse, D. Gray. 54 BAND AND TWIRLERS (I. to r.): H. Gabriellc, J. Barbonc, S. Woodward, B. Ward, S. Sward, J. Haberek, M. Moranto. Standing: Alice Grills. First Row (1. to r.) : T. Bowder, J. Hardin, G. Mayhcw, R. Cappuccio, D. Butler, C. Toscano. O. Frink, J. Hall. R. Harris. Second Row: Director Carroll Thorne. A. Narciso, R Ornberg, J. Strong, B Bitgood, B. Hill, P. Warner, M. Thompson, J. Boyne, F. Perrin, Drum Major James Lepikko. Third Row: M. Lewiss, V. Nac carato, A. Napper, L. Crandall, D. Capalbo. J. Miner. W. Strawderman. T. Gilchrist. Fourth Row: N. Clarke, L. Greenwood, D. Lloyd, R. Gardner, D. Seagrave, A. Manfredi, J. Shibilio. Fifth Row R. Cornell, R. Sisson, G. Allen, J. Federico, N. Thorp, V. Eleazer. L. Garafola. 55 BELLETONES CHOIR 56 INTRAMURALS BOYS’ WINNING BASKETBALL TEAM (CONQUISTADORS) First Row (L to r.): J. Walker. T. Thorpe. Mr. Smith (Advisor), D. Gavitt. R. Liguori. Second Row: D. Greene, R. Gregg. N. Thorp, D. Seagrave, Coach John Joyce. Absent Gary Barnes. ARMY 30 —NAVY 29 ARMY TEAM First Row: Coach J. Harding, J. Edmond, M. Wilson, J. Barbone, M. Russo. Second Row: Coach J. Marriott, B. Itchkawich, S. Sward, R. Vars, Coach J. Joyce. NAVY TEAM First Row: S. Woodward, L. Sposato, P. Nardone. P. Al-ficro, D. McDonald, N. Jordan. Second Row: Coach J. LaPietra. B. Gaudet, C. DeLuca, J. Joy, C. Marino, Coach J. Lepikko, Coach R. Laing. 57 CHEERLEADERS (1. to r.): R. Turano, A. Jacobson, J. Vacca, J. Rindell, M. Kite, D. Smith, W. Morgan, J. Edmond. Captain Joan Rindell FOOTBALL TEAM WESTERLY HIGH Won 5 — Lost 5 Coach Stellitano and Assistant Coach Felligrino Stellitano. Third Row: Mgr. D. Servidio, R. Ketchen, P. Chiaradio, J. Selvideo, R. Autry, C. Cimalore. W. Arzamarski, J. Hall. R. Perrin, Ass’t. Mgr. F. Aldrich. Fourth Row: H. Allen, G. Thayer, J. Cappizano, J. Murano, R. Chiaradio, J. Servidio. i . I::: m m First Row (1. to r.): J. Quaratella, M. Urso, J. Terra-nova, A. Comforti, Co-Capt. D. Felicetti, Co-Capt. M. Lewiss, T. Nardone, J. Gencarella, J. Stevens, L. Greenwood. Second Row: Ass't. Coach Francis Pelligrino, R. Henderson, R. Stone, F. Magnusson. D. Greene, C. Car-boni, W. Serio, F. Chimento, J. Collins, Coach John BASKETBALL TEAM First Row (1. to r ): F. Reale, R. Stenhousc, Co-Capt. tano, R. Beers, J. Clancy, C. Carboni, R. Henderson, j. LaPietra, Co-Capt. J. Joyce, R Laing, J. Lepikko, R. Young, Assistant Coach Pelligrino. Mgr. W. Ferraro. Second Row: P. Visgilio, Coach Stelli- OFFICIAL SCORER Duck Stevens 63 BASKETBALL SEASON The Westerly High School basketball team of 1956-1957 compiled an impressive record of 20 wins and 5 losses Under the fine coaching of John Stellitano and Skank Pelligrino, the Bulldogs walked away with the Class A Suburban Division crown with a 12-2 record. Led by senior co-captains, John Joyce and Jim LaPietra, the Bulldogs advanced to the R. I. State finals where they were edged by La Salle Academy of Providence for the State Championship. The team was centered around junior all-stater Ron Stenhouse. Senior Bob Laing was one of the most important members of the squad. Junior Frank Reale alternated with senior Jim Lepikko for fifth man in the starting lineup. Seniors John Harding and Reg Beers saw action as first line reserves. Westerly High is indeed proud of its basketball team for the spirit, drive, and sportsmanship which were shown throughout the season. Lepikko LaPie«a BASEBALL TEAM First Row (1. to r.) : J. Lepikko, A. Comforti. J. Stevens, B. Brown, R. Beers, Co-Capt. J. LaPietra, Co-Capt. R. Laing, F. Chimento, F. Reale. Second Row: T. Terra-nova, R. Cohen, J. Tarrant, R. Stenhousc, V. Eleazer, F. Vitro, J. Edwards, W. James, I. Melbourne. V. Nac-carato. Third Row: Mgr. W. Ferraro, B. Chiaradio, J. Servidio, J. Capalbo, R. Stone, C. Carboni, T. Kenney, J. Arruda, R. Brown, J. Cayer, Coach Robert Mudge, SUNRISE TO SUNSET Heap Big Trouble! Trading Post Smoke Signals Squaws in Training Feast of boiled bass and succotash Sine Language 68 Medicine Men?? Pow Wow, eh?? The Last Hurrah!! 1' •- ) SOPHOMORE OFFICERS OF CLASS OF 1957 (I. to r.): M. Hamilton, Treasurer; J. Lepikko, President; M. Lewiss, Vice-President; N. Gencarella, Secretary. OUR SOPHOMORE HOP COURT (I. to r.): P. Nardone, E. MacNeil, D. Serra, J. Rindell (QUEEN), J. McLaughlin, R. Vars, J. Joy. 69 JUNIOR OFFICERS OF CLASS OF 1957 (L to r.): N. Gencarella, Secretary; R. Vars, Vice-President; J. Lepikko, President; M. Hamilton, Treasurer. OUR JUNIOR PROM 70 Garden of Roses” QUEEN Pat Nardone CLASS PRESIDENT Jim Lepikko COURT (1. to r.): D. Serra, J. Joy, E. MacNeil, P. Nardone, E. Serra, J. Edwards, J. Rindeli. 71 utumn jCe aves THE GRAND MARCH QUEEN AND HER COURT (I. to r.): J. Edwards, P. Nardone, R. Vars, E. MacNeil (Queen), J. Rindell, J. Joy, E: Serra. YEARBOOK STAFF Editor Art Editor Business Editor R. Vars R. Day L. Greenwood The members of the Bulldog Staff are honored to have been chosen to edit this year's book. We have tried to be original with your yearbook by adding twenty-four pages of activities which have not appeared in previous books. The inclusion of all the senior festivities which occur at the end of the year is one of the new features. Some of the other activities such as baseball. Sophomore Hop, Junior Prom also are new attractions. We hope you will have as much pleasure reading your book as we have had making it for you. First Row (1. to r.) : J. Joy, J. Strong, P. Pietraallo, N. Edwards, C. Giorno, M. Nardone, P. Nardone, M. Johns, Gencarella, R. Day, R. Vars, L. Greenwood, S Russell, M. Ward, J. Harding. Third Row: W. Hustwit, P. Perri, T. Nigri, J. Marr. Second Row: F. Perrin, M. Lewiss, J. R. Liguori, N. Thorp, D. Youden, J. Lepikko, R. Autry. 74 OUR ELECTIONS (We vote for the chief.) FROLICS (Rainbow Gardens) The Twirlers Senior Sextet SENIOR DEBATING TEAMS 12F First Row: N. Smith, T, Nigri, J. Marr. Second Row: N. Gencarella, A. Ginger-elli, A. Grills. 12C First Row: J. Stevens, L. Sposato, J. Marriott. Second Row: E. Gilluly, J. Walker, J. Eldridge. 12B First Row: E. Manning, D. Martin, M. Wilson. Second Row: G. Kelley, J. Joyce, D. Gavitt. 12A First Row: C. Giorno, R. Vars, J. Joy, P. Nardone. Second Row: L. Greenwood, D. Youden. 77 Mrs. Spargo Director Shocked Parents!! What an experience I just had! R. Liguori, J. Vacca, J. Chiaradio, M. Lewiss, G. D. Grills, S. Morrone. Kelley, G. Barnes, W. Hustwit. 78 Kovalesky ... the janitor J. Stevens, E. Gilluly. Now where did I put that wrench? G. Barnes, E. Mayhew. The Explanation! A. Castagnaro, D. Gavitt, J. Joy, J. Stevens, M. Hox-sie, R. Liguori, R. Vars, D. Grills. 79 OLD FAITHFULS Mrs. Jacobson 80 AROUND SCHOOL Stage Crew D. Youden and P. Perri UMM GOOD!! J. Rindell, Fats”, M. Kite. M. Shewchuck, C. Fortune, S. Sherman. Senior Boulevard 81 B. Hill, M. Hoxsie, L. Greenwood, D. Youden, A. Castagnaro, R. Day. SALUTATORIAN J Joy GRADUATION ■ r . ■ Prof. Hcrold Hunt VALEDICTORIAN R. Vars S. Brayman B. Brown C. Giorno 9n 111 emonam Coach John DiGangi Thursday, May 23, was a day of excitement around the school. It was the date for the annual softball game between the faculty and the student body. At one o’clock our principal, Mr. Stevens, gave the familiar cry to play ball and the game was underway. Both students and faculty were having a gay time, not knowing that the grim reaper would be an unexpected guest. About midway through the game our beloved coach, John DiGangi, left the ball game with hardly anyone knowing it. We have learned since that he went to his doctor from where he was rushed to the Westerly Hospital, and at three o'clock he succumbed to a heart attack. On Friday, May 24, the Stars and Stripes of the school were at half mast, and the pupils all had sad expressions on their faces. That day the cafeteria was listless as the pupils paid their respects by remaining quiet all three lunch periods. At the wake when 1 looked at the coach, who seemed to have a little smile on his face, I choked up with tears as I said to him under my breath, How can you be so near and yet so far away? I'm proud to be a student of Westerly High School, and if the coach knew what was happening, he would have been the proudest man in the world, for at the funeral sat the entire faculty, and at least 85 V of the student body with solemn faces. It was only God's will that took our coach, and I'm praying that you dear Lord will open the gates of Heaven, and let his soul rest in peace, because not many men in the world deserve as much as he does. :ii: •:::ssi s’iiii;, Congratulations and the best of luck! We at Loring ore proud of the part we hove had in helping to make your classbook o permanent reminder of your school years, recording with photographs one of the happiest and most exciting times of your life! We hope thot, just os you have chosen us as your class photographer, you will continue to think of Loring Studios when you want photographs to help you remember other momentous days to come! 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Phone 6-5184 THIRTY-FIVE BROAD STREET WESTERLY, RHODE ISLAND Telephone 2251 Amie and Warren Greenwood The Store of Personal Friendly Service HIGGINS' PHARMACY 107 TOSCANO'S Compliments of Men’s Boys' Clothing 23 CANAL STREET Compliments of WESTERLY JEWELRY 60 HIGH STREET, WESTERLY THE C. W. WILLARD HARDWARE COMPANY Who have served Westerly for over one hundred years continually C. H. SWAN CO. Masonry Contractors Telephone 6-5541 POTTER HILL ROAD Telephone 2314 WESTERLY, R. I. I might flunk though! China Crystal Hallmark Greeting Cards Gift for all occasions anf. 'otAttmteel COY REAL ESTATE CO. INSURANCE COMERCIAL UNION ASSURANCE CO., LTD. 6 HIGH STREET. WESTERLY HOXSIE BUICK INC. When better automobiles are built . . . Buick will build them std 109 | BANNON'S DRUG STORE l{ Prescriptions Specialists 1$ Arnold Lombardi, Reg. Ph. Drugs - Prescriptions - Cosmetics Free Delivery - Phone 2152 10 12 CANAL STREET WESTERLY, R. I. LIGUORI'S MARKET 42 PIERCE STREET LACASA GRILLE Vero Morrone First class tailoring Alterations of all kinds Cleaning and pressing JAMES V. ZANFINI Merchant Tailor Telephone 4547 LINCOLN BUILDING 47 HIGH STREET WESTERLY, R. I. 110 VOCATURAS BAKERY § Bread - Rolls - Pizza WESTERLY, R. I. NORWICH, CONN. RED STONE Complete Tire Service Your Tires Recapped in One Day ASHAWAY ROAD Tel. 6-5283 Guaranteed anywhere in the country SHELTER HARBOR INN U. S. SCENIC ROUTE 1 WESTERLY, R. I. Breakfast - Luncheon - Dinner Telephone Weekapaug 9-9563 Mrs. Frances Romaine Owner and Manager y TMI MST 112 I,. ttiiiHI (V I A v'A Which one's it gonna be? Restring with Ashaway Braided Racket String ASHAWAY PRODUCTS, INC. ASHAWAY, R. I. Good Luck, Seniors.' YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION CENTRAL FURNITURE COMPANY Furniture of Distinction 41 BROAD STREET Tel. 6-5001 Compliments of 'It pays to play' ANDREWS COAL and OIL ★ 107 MAIN STREET WESTERLY. R. I. BURDICK'S Thomas J. Burdick Sporting Goods 49 HIGH STREET Phone 4623 WESTERLY, R. I. Distributor for — Spalding, Rawlings, Spot-Bilt, O'Shea Athletic Equipment and Clothing Good Luck to THE CLASS OF 1957 From SAWYER'S SERVICE STATION Cor. EAST AVE. FRANKLIN ST. I'm all messed up! NARRAGANSETT ELECTRIC COMPANY SOUTH COUNTY DIVISION ★ 53 HIGH STREET WESTERLY, RHODE ISLAND PAUL'S TV Emerson — Philco RCA 50 LIBERTY STREET WESTERLY, R. I. Tel. Pawcatuck 5-5092 I'll study my physics! BRADFORD CLEANERS Fur Storage Rug Cleaning MAIN STREET, BRADFORD Phone Asha way 4710 Cash and Carry Store 58 CANAL STREET WESTERLY, R. I. JACK and JILL JUVENILE SHOP HIGH ST. — WESTERLY, R I. Phone 4320 Prop. Louis Noonie Gingerella A complete store devoted exclusively to children’s apparel and shoes LIGUORI'S HARDWARE Bay State Paints Carpenters’ Tools Plumbing Supplies Electrical Fixtures JEWELERS SILVERSMITHS R F. TABER - PROP. WESTERLY 4270 33 BROAD ST. 117 118 Won't they be surprised?! ASHAWAY LINES LAND DOWER'S MORE FISH Wearing Apparel for Women and Children • ASHAWAY LINE and TWINE 16-18 HIGH STREET MFG. CO. WESTERLY, R. L Compliments of Compliments of WASHINGTON COUNTY LUMBER CO. ELITE CLEANING WORKS • Phone 2562 or 2236 SENIOR CLASS MEN’S WEAK FEDERICO S SPORTING GOODS WESTERLY 86 HIGH STREET Decorative Accessories 24 HIGH STREET JOHN B. FINDLAY Real Estate WASHINGTON TRUST BUILDING ROOM 202 CARR'S HILL FILLING STATION MARION'S BEAUTY SALON 228 HIGH STREET Road Service WASHINGTON TRUST BUILDING § Gulf Products Tel. 6-5060 f Auto-Lite Balteriet Marion L. Norman 4 Tel. 65370 Beil Wishes From Compliments of ROLLERDROME URSO HARDWARE COMPANY POST ROAD 4 WESTERLY. R I. Compliments of Compliments of K FLORENCE'S LUNCH GENTILE'S MARKET ASHAWAY ITALO-AMERICAN Compliments from j WOMEN'S AUXILIARY MORRONE BROS. | SOCIAL CLUB GARAGE DR. EVERETT M. WESTCOTT Optometrist WASHINGTON TRUST BUILDING Rooms 309-310 Phone 2105 WESTERLY. R. I. Exclusive Men's Wear LINCOLN BLOCK Hours 9 to 5 and by appointment Closed Wednesday Afternoon WESTERLY. R. I. BAND INSTRUMENTS WILSON'S DRUG Prescription Druggists Free Delivery At least I’ll go down fightin’! STONINGTON HIGH SCHOOL EXTENDS ITS SINCERE CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF 1957 122 HEATHER HOUSE 28 HIGH STREET Telephone 4092 DUNN S CORNERS FILLING STATION FRANK J. ADIMARI Life Insurance Real Estate and Insurance 23 CANAL STREET WESTERLY, R. I. Best Wishes from SHELTER COVE NURSING HOME MORRIS TURRANO BUILDING CONTRACTORS Best Wishes KAY'S FABRIC SHOP Fabrics — Trimmings — Buttons Belts — Buckles — Hemstitching Compliments of HELEN KING'S DANCE STUDIO SOUTH COUNTY OFFICE EQUIPMENT CO. 15 RAILROAD AVENUE Tel. 6-5098 Portables — Uprights New Used 123 Continued Success! WtStmYS LtADI NO 1MEA1 Presenting only the finest motion pictures in an atmosphere of friendliness, comfort, and luxury. Best Wishes from Distributor ARNOLD BAKERIES, INC This stuff is harder than I thought! 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Telephone 4794 Compliments of HOLLIDAY JOYCE PAT and SYL'S NASH Compliments of CLARK'S MARKET 126 McCORMICK'S THE WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT STORE TRUST COMPANY 12 BROAD STREET WESTERLY. R. 1. WESTERLY. RHODE ISLAND HOPE VALLEY. R. I. Telephone 4030 Complete Banking Services BRADFORD T. FISHER EMORY L. EDWARDS Building Contractor Chrysler — Plymouth CENTRAL BEACH. QUONOCHONTAUG Sales — Service Tel. Week. 9-0266 HOPE VALLEY. R. I. Mailing Address: R.F.D. ft 1 BRADFORD. R. I. Tel. Unox 9-2491 Compliments of Compliments of DR. DAVID E. COHEN BOOKATAUB GOOD LUCK SENIORS! NURSING HOME Catering to ueddings and parties NEW ENGLAND RAILFANS Rooms ASSOCIATION THE BRICK HOUSE PROVIDENCE. R. I. 9 GRANITE STREET WESTERLY. R I. Phone: Westerly 2606 Southern R. 1. Representative — William A. Tattersall Lewis C. Wilcox Compliments of THE CROSSROADS POST ROAD DUNN S CORNERS Compliments of CHAMPLIN S AUTO STATION Hey, here’s the answer page! ROY S. HAGGARD ANTIQUES Restored — Refinished — Redecorated BAYVIEW AVENUE MYSTIC, CONN. CANAL STREET ARTHUR E. TROTMAN Rooms 305-307 WASHINGTON TRUST BUILDING WESTERLY, RHODE ISLAND 128 lii’il Wishes From Compliments of PRENT LANPHEAR AETNA ENGINEERING CO. LAWRENCE H. HEPWORTH O.D. Compliments of 204 WASHINGTON TRUST BUILDING THOMAS D. SANTORO Phone 4860 INSURANCE GINGER'S ESSO STATION (cSSOi Compliments of Range and Fuel Oils SHOE BOX Phone 4221 TURNBULL S GROCERY STORE NARDONE MOTORS WESTERLY. R. I. Self Service MFATS — GROCERIES Plymouth Compliments of J. C. PENNEY'S Compliments of EAGLE WASTE and METAL CO. Aw, so what if I flunk another one!! Patronize Your UNION BARBER SHOP Local 897 WESTERLY PAWCATUCK Gallo’s Barber Shop Lens Barber Shop Joe Toscano Sam Colosi Joe Lombardo’s Barber Shop Liguori’s Barber Shop Mello’s Barber Shop Fusaro’s Barber Shop Castagna’s Barber Shop Colosi’s Barber Shop Crystal Barber Shop Chapman’s Barber Shop Dinoto’s Barber Shop 130 PATRONS Allen Finance Company Gary Barnes and Jacquie Joy Mr. and Mrs. Maurice L. Bromley Brophy's News Stand Harvey W. Buckler Funeral Home Cap's Snack Bar Champlin's Store Cherenzia's Restaurant Clark Paper and Supply Miss Sallie E. Coy Doc’s Service Station Kip Duhamel Mr. and Mrs. John M. Dunn Best wishes from a friend Dr. Seymour Gersten and family Dr. and Mrs. Paul A. Giuliano A friend Mr. and Mrs. Cosmo Gencarelli From a friend Mr. and Mrs. Monroe Hoxsie Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Hustwit Mr. and Mrs. Foster K. Johns Merry Johns and Bob Sawyer Dr. Linwood Johnson Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth E. Joy Mr. and Mrs. Edward Leibovitz Leonard's Shoe Store Mr. and Mrs. Paul C. Mackay Mr. and Mrs. Francis J. Manning Dr. J. Arthur Marini Drs. Louis Morrone and Mildred Robinson Marion Louise’s Beauty Bar Dr. L. D. Misto Good luck from a friend Mr. and Mrs. Sylvester Morrone Dr. E. F. Nardone Nigrelli’s Jewelry Mr. and Mrs. Peter Nigri Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Parise Mr. and Mrs. Louis Pietraallo Reale’s Market Dr. and Mrs. Joseph Ruisi Dr. Thomas Salimeno, Jr. Compliments of Savoy Hotel Schilke's Amoco Station Best wishes from Sears, Robuck Co. Mr. D. S. Shewchuk Mr. and Mrs. John Shewchuk Dr. Jerome B. Singer The Sportsman's Corner Mr. and Mrs. James Tasca Tri-State Finance Co. Trovato's Mr. and Mrs. Natale A. Urso Mrs. Raymond C. Vars John Walker and Judy Fiore Mr. and Mrs. John J. Ward Best wishes from a friend Lewis C. Wilcox Ray Willis' Toy Store Mr. and Mrs. Edward J. Wilson 131 STUDENT DIRECTORY CLASS OF 1957 Aldrich, Frank John Algiers, Michael Joseph Barber, James H. Barnes. Gary Wallace Beers, Reginald Fredrick, Brown. Byron Owen Brown. William Herbert Castagnaro, Anthony Joseph Celico, Frank Joseph Comforti, Angelo Paul Day, Robert Chippendale Douglass. Allen Stanton Duarte, William Elmer Du they, Michael Francis Eld ridge, John F. Felicetti, Dominic Francis Ferraro. Dominic Joseph Flynn, Michael John Gardner, Ralph E. Gavitt, Donald Ray Geary, Francis Brady Gencarelli, Joseph John Gilluly, Edward Aloysius. Ill Gilluly, Paul William Gray, Richard Allan Greenwood, Lee S., II Grills, David Robert Harding, John Earl Holloway, Ronald Husrw'it, William Arthur Jalbert, James Wilford Joyce, John Joseph Laing, Robert T. R.F LaPietra, James John Lavarini, Gino G. Leone, Michael Louis Lepikko, James Alfred Lewiss, Matthew L. Liguori, Patrick Anthony Liguori, Robert Edward Lilligren. Robert Alan Marriott, John Edward Martin. Dennis B May hew, George Edward McCall, John A. Mitchell, Stephen Donald Morrone, Sylvester Michael Nardone, Thomas Raymond Nowakowski, Vincent Olean, Joseph Parnigoni, Joseph John Perri, Patsy Joseph Perrin, William Earl Quaratella, Joseph F. Rankin, Richard Gavin Scholfield, Frederick Rear Seagrave, David William Servidio, David Robert Sisco, Richard Cosmo Spezzano, Angelo Richard Stevens, John L. Terranova, Joseph Paul Thorp, Neil Howard Thorpe, Thomas Taylor Ulbin, Joseph Matthew Urso, Michael Joseph Vanderford, Wallace Vetelino, Frank Louis Walker, John Morton Youden, David H. Austin, Eleanor Ruth R.F Bookataub, Elaine Elizabeth Bowdcr, Frances Elizabeth Brayman, Janette B. Brayman, Sally Ann Brennan, Andrea Doreen Broad Bromley, Cccile Ellen 6 Marion Street 69 Longview Avenue 28 Weekapaug Road Shore Road Alton, Rhode Island 68 Main Street, White Rock Post Road Avondale, Rhode Island 56 Park Avenue 68 Oak Street 22 Cross Street Hope Valley, Rhode Island Hope Valley, Rhode Island Carolina. Rhode Island 37 Grove Avenue 33Vi Pleasant Street Ashaway Road Kenyon. Rhode Island 18 Elm Street 43 Beach Street 124 Tower Street 59 Park Avenue 1 Douglas Park, Bradford 1 Douglas Park, Bradford Ashaway, Rhode Island Avondale. Rhode Island 73 Winnapaug Road 20 Park Avenue Shannock. Rhode Island 20 Vars Lane. Bradfod Shannock. Rhode Island 7 Chestnut Street D. S3, Westerly. Rhode Island 17 Dixon Street Cove Road 120 High Street Ashaway Road 61 Narragansett Avenue 2 Turano Avenue 33 Cross Street Carolina. Rhode Island 49 Highland Avenue Shannock, Rhode Island 174 Main Street Rockville, Rhode Island Bradford, Rhode Island 240 High Street 88 East Avenue 21 Maplewood Avenue 2 Shady Lane 38 Summer Street 66 Park Avenue Ashaway, Rhode Island 50 John Street Boom Ridge Road Hope Valley, Rhode Island Langworthy Road 78 Oak Street Crandall Avenue 48 Narragansett Avenue 40 East Avenue 48 Yi Pierce Street 43 Summer Street Pond Road Hope Valley, Rhode Island Ashaway, Rhode Island Langworthy Road 10 Brcndon Street 3 Park Avenue 16 Spring Street D. 3, Westerly. Rhode Island 5 Hubbard Street 8 Rocket Street 25 Rock Street 234 Canal Street Street, Ashaway, Rhode Island North Stonington, Conn. Browning, Barbara Louise Capalbo, Marcia Lois Capaibo, Shirley Joan Carsten, Theresa J. Catalano, Virginia Catherine Cate, Marian Louise Cayer, Anne Louise Chester, Betty May Chiaradio, Janet Mary Christy, Nina Collings. Patricia Lea Crandall, Norma Louise Daland, Grace DeBartolo, Constance M. Deering, Patricia Anne Dickens, Deanna May DiMarco, Ann Marie Dwyer, Barbara Ann Edwards, Joan Everglyn Fiore, Judith Elaine Fortune, Carole Ann Francis, Arlene Elsie French, Sandra Jean Gavitt, Joy Belle Gencarella, Nancy Ann Gencarella, Patricia Ann Gingerelli, Anna Marie Giorno, Carolyn Rose Grills, Alice Bell Hamilton, Marcia Lee Hepworth, Anne Jeanne Hill, Beverly Alice Hopwood, Joan V. Hoxsie, Marjorie Jean Johns, Meredith Joy, Jacquelyn Kay Joyce, Barbara Ann Kelley, Gayle Anne Kenyon, Gail Patricia Kite, Marjorie Louise Laing, Nancy Avis Leibovitz, Brenda Susan MacKay, Janice Elaine MacNcil, Eleanor Cameron Maine, Joan Roberta Manning, Ellen Frances Marr. Joyce Marie McElroy, Theresa Ann Miranda, Shirley Ann Morrow', Carol Mary Muller, Frances Irene Nardone, Patricia Marie Nigri, Theresa Ann Patton, Margaret Anne Pearce, Doris Ellen Pietraallo, Phyllis Rose Rindell, Joan Ann Salisbury, Judith Ann Scrpa, Patricia Aurora Serra, Dolores Jean Serra, Elaine Marie Sherman, Sonja Helen Shewchuk, Marion Edith Shibilio, Frances Joan Smith, Deanna Margaret Smith, Nila May Smith, Sally Anne Spears, Diana B. Sposato, Lois Jane Stone, Judith King Strong, Joan Marie Thompson, Jeanne Catherine Vacca, Jacquelyn Ann Vars, Ruth Ward, Mary Ann Williamson, Jane Elizabeth Wilson, Mary Dorothy Zegarzewski, Lois Irene Kenyon, Rhode Island Westerly Bradford Road 49 George Street Hope Valley, Rhode Island 18 Rocket Street 88Vi High Street Alton, Rhode Island Forest Drive 41 Pearl Street 64 Beach Street 66 East Avenue Klondike Road, Bradford, R.I. Ashaway, Rhode Island 14 Brenden Street 34 Grove Avenue 57 Pleasant Street 1 River Avenue Bradford, Rhode Island Williams Street, Ashaway, R.I. Bradford, Rhode Island Shannock, Rhode Island 17 Vars Lane, Bradford R.I. 122 Granite Street Upper High Street 238 High Street 30 Pond Street 34 Pleasant Street 228 High Street 16 Hobart Street 34 Highland Avenue 100 Bowling Lane, Bradford, R.I. Ashaway, Rhode Island Hope Valley, Rhode Island Bradford, Rhode Island Boom Bridge Road 50 Wells Street 7 Chestnut Street Charlestown, Rhode Island 36 Grove Avenue 2 Chester Avenue 40 Elm Street 63 Summer Street Main Street, Hope Valley, R.I. Avondale, Rhode Island Watch Hill Road 32 Clark Street Ashaway Road Hope Valley, Rhode Island Bradford, Rhode Island Bradford Road 176 Main Street Shelter Harbor Bradford, Rhode Island 63 Crandall Avenue, Misquamicut Westerly Road. Bradford, R.I. Old Post. Road Chase Hill Road Hope Valley, Rhode Island 51 Granite Street 32 School Street 38 Pearl Street Kenyon, Rhode Island Hope Valley, Rhode Island 45 East Avenue 17 Spring Street 3 Wall Street. White Rock, R.I. Potter Hill Road Bradford, Rhode Island 2 Maxson Street, Ashaway. R.I. Lanphere Road 34 Granite Street Church St., Bradford, R.I. 131 Granite Street 38 Grove Avenue Connors Avenue 27 Franklin Street 73 Granite Street Hope Valley, Rhode Island 132 t Xssrz ,