Wethersfield High School - Elm Yearbook (Wethersfield, CT)

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EDITH HUNTER 1 P 39 GEORGE HARRIS Those fields, those hills had laid strong hold on his affections. George is a quiet type of per- son who never has too much to say. Nevertheless, he is always ready for a good time and he gets along well with his class- mates. He is noted for his will- ingness to help and his prow- ess on the track field. All the best of luck to you, George. Track 2, 33 Track Captain 41 Intra- mural Soccer 1. Happily moving on her tray, in spite of sorrou' or dismay. Edie is one of the many fun- loving members of our class. She will always have a good time. Her generous and under- standing ways make her a true friend and sympathetic listener. Edie is known to us as an all-around good sport. All the best to one of the best! Girls' Leaders Club 3: Dramatic Club 3, 45 Girls' Sports 1, 2. 3, 4, Recreation Council 2, 3. 4:1 Debat- ing Club 2, Elm Staff: Senior Play Staff, Student Council 2. JAMES KEARNS M y eye was hold and fearless. A gleam in his eye, a smile on his lips, and always looking for fun, fits jimmy to a tee. Though he shows no love for school work, he is very ambi- tious in work outside. With his determined and indepen- dent ways, he is sure to go far in this world. BARBARA HARTIGAN Her fiery hair, her sly tongue, hespeak an Irish lass. Barb, although many people may not realize it, is an accom- plished dancer. She may seem quiet, but her friends know better. Barb is ready with a joke and a laugh anytime. We wish you luck in whatever you decide to do, Barb. Swimming 3, 4. .,1 'I9 I' JOHN HAYES An air of great solemnity, a heart of greater mirth. john, with his quiet, unassum- ing ways, his smile and his ability to get along with peo- ple, is a person who will never be forgotten in the halls of W.H.S. john's ability on the soccer field also helps to make him an outstanding classmate. He plans to work on the farm after school. Varsity Soccer 3. 43 Clm Basketball 3, 4: Class Soccer 25 'Sophomore g-log Committee 2: Senior Play ta . .f Hx .gi1iNiJYW' g ,a A 1 .1 W s Jftx NORMA G. HOYT Who mixed reason with pleasure, wisdom with mirth. Norm is a classmate with whom we all like to be. She has a wonderful sense of humor and a happy-go-lucky disposi- tion. Norm always has a friendly word for all. Her abil- ity to get along with everyone will make her successful in the business world. Library Assistant 1: Student Council 2, 4, Foreign Policy 4. GORDON JOHNSON Gora'y's a chap on whom we may depend, For fun and wit and laughs without end. G0rdie is best known for his imitations and witty sayings. But he also has the enviable ability to reason, and straight- en out other people's problems. He always has a good word for the other fellow. Best of suc- cess in the future, Gordie. Dramatic Club 41 Debating Club 3g Class President 2: Class Soccer 2, 3, 4: Basketball 3, 4: Traffic Squad 4: Elm Staff, Graduation Usher. AUDREY ANN KEEFE A prize for haste she can never claim But she calmly gets there just the same. Audie has a friendly dispo- sition and keen sense of humor. Her scholastic ability and qual- ity of leadership help to make her the wonderful person she is. She always has a friendly word for all. Audie's kind heart and helping hand make her a favorite among her class- mates. Glrf Club 1. 2. 3. 4: Student Coun- cil l, 23 Elm Leaves Staff 2, 53 Elm Staifg Orchestra 1, 2. 3: National Honor Society 3. 4: All State Music Festival 2, 3: Girls' State 3: New England Music Festival 2. 3: Senior Plays Staff: Class Secretary 4.

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CAROL GAVETTE Dancing, the child of music and song. Taffy, who came to us from Weaver, is a pretty, blue-eyed blonde, whose interests are on the gay side. Her main interests are dancing and sports, and at least once a week you can find Taffy, at a now very popu- lar bop session. She plans to continue as a telephone oper- ator. Leaders' Club 4. HARTLAND GIFFORD Rest is rust. Real life is in love, laughter, and work. Hart, a well-dressed, neat and trim young man, will long be remembered as one of those to whom A's seem to stick. He excels as a student, as a leader, and as a pitcher for the base- ball team. Hart's quiet man- nerisms, unassuming ways, and smile will carry him far in any field he chooses to enter. Varsity Baseball 2. 3. 4: Boys' State 2g Student Council 4: Traffic Squad 4, Dramatic Club 3: Baccalaureate Usher 31 Student Government Day 1 I I t - N, U I - A , E ORLANDO GIONFRIDDO He is never sorry for what he does not say. A good natured fellow, Len- ny accepts graciously any task which must he done. He is well liked for his pleasantness and reliability. He is a good lis- tener and is a little on the quiet side. With all these characteristics, he is sure to have many friends in the fu- fUl'C. Class Soccer I. 2. 5. 41 Hi-Y 23 Junior Dramatic Club 2. 3, Senior Dramatic Club: Senior Plays. -Q1 4 , . ff.. rw -. 1.-Q ,fa 0 ' ' ' -Y ' g 31. 'Ab ' ' -'liz e 'wyfffx - i 3: 1,5 ' s 'Q-fe 1 .X - . . Lv fq .- l 4 t Q, LORENZ GOETZ 'Tis science that claims the man's time. Lorenz is a very good student and his participation in class proves ir. His humorous man- nerisms have given us many fine impressions of him. We will always remember Lorenz for his sunny disposition. He plans to take up Mining En- gineering in college. Weather Club lg Slide Rule Club 3, 4, Auxiliary Civil Defense Fire De- partment 3, 4. 18 ff Q Q' Zig .- sq, CAROL JANET GRABINSKY Be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath. Carol is quiet, sincere, and pos- sesses a grand sense of humor. Her easy smile will long be re- membered by all her friends at W.H.S. Carol plans to enter the insurance field after grad- uation. We know she will find success and happiness in her chosen work. Best of luck, Carol. Glee Club 1: Girls' Sports 1. MARILYN GEIGL leer very frowns are fairer ar, Then smiles of other maidens are. Middy is truly one of the beauties of our class with her perfect features and enviable appearance. She possesses a calm, unruffied manner which proves to be one of her many favorable attributes. When Middy does anything you can be sure it is done well. Her sportsmanship and willingness insure her fast success at Bay Path. Debating Club 3: Senior Play Staff: Elm Staffg Recreation Council 4: Dramatic Club 2, 43 Girls' Sports 1, 2. 3, 43 Leaders' Club 4. CAROL GILMORE She is so constant to me, and so hind. Carol is a light-hearted, friend- ly person who has won many friends. She is always calm and dignified, but still a lot of fun in a group. This pretty Miss will win and hold the friend- ship of many throughout her life. Best of luck always, Carol. Girls' Sports 1, 2, 33 Music Assist- ant . cl GERALD HABER Blest with that gift: The eagerness to assist. jerry is a very sincere and conscientious worker. He has given much of his time to run- ning the movie projector here at school. His main ambition is in this field and we wish him all the luck and happiness in the world.

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JOAN MARJORIE KELEHER Firm and strong, she stands hy her ideals. A big smile and dancing eyes, that's our Kelley. Always ready for a good argument: anywhere, anytime, she is cer- tainly one of the friendliest girls in out class. Kelley is planning to be a teacher or study dramatics. We know she will succeed in whichever field she chooses. Business Club lg Dramatic Club l, 2, 3, 4: Debating Club 2, 3, 4: Glee Club l, 3, 4: Choir Z: Oper- etta l: Girls' Siports 1, 2: Girls' State 3: Elm Sta 5 Elm Leaves 3, 4: Baccalaureate Usher 3: Recreation Council 3: Co-Chairman 4: For- eign Policy Club 4: Youth Gov- ernment 31 Senior Plays Music As- sistant 1, 2, 3. JOSEPH KELLOG Little work, much play goes for my happy, usual day. Joe seems quiet, but those who know him know he's full of fun and is always rarin' to go. He is noted for his slow grin and his easy-going nature. joe has hne, mechanical ability and has chosen this field for his future. Good luck, 'Ni 's - l rl!!! rf in 4- , , I 5 x 'fi 'V 1- :,f' : Q- .jg Q . 'Q iff., - r A FRANKLIN KILBY A quiet exterior conceals much. A sunny smile and a pleasant personality describe Frank. His easy-going manner has won him many friends at W.H.S. and we hope that he will always possess his amiable traits. Good luck, Frank. IRMGARD MARIA KOLIP I strove with none, for I found no cause for strife. Irm is always peppy and full of life. There's never a dull moment when she is around. With her friendly and sincere manner, she's welcome in any group. Irm plans to be a laboratory technician after col- lege. We wish you all the luck in the world, lrm. Dramatic Club 2. 3: Debating Club 3: Art Club 39 Girls' Sports 2, 3, 4: Swimming 2, 3, Recreation Council 4: Elm Staff: Leaders' Club 4: Senior Play Staff: Baccalaureate Usher 3: Elm Leaves 4. RONALD KOZUCH The face, the form and the skills of an athlete. Koke has represented our school very well in athletics, not only bceause of his skill, but also because of his clean playing and good sportsman- ship. Moreover, he is a good school citizen, a willing work- er and would seem, as a result of his sound judgment, to be the restraining quality of our class. Student Council 1, 4: Letterman's Club 2: Athletic Council 4: Class Soccer 1: Class Basketball lg Varsity Soccer 2, 3, 4: Varsity Basketball 2, 3, 4: Varsity Baseball 1, 2. 3.4: Traffic Squad 3, 4: Recreation Coun- cil 4: Dramatic Club 2. HILDA ANN KELLEY Careful attempts bring happy results. I-Ierkie joined our class in her junior year, and we were happy to have her. Her pleas- antness and quiet nature have become well-known to us all. In the short time she has been here, we have known her to be a true, sincere friend. We know she will find success in her chosen field. Best of luck, Herkie. Girls' Athletic Association 1, 2: Home Economic Club 1, 2: Art Edi- Soraof School Paper 2: Glee Club MARGARET ANNE KELLOGG Verve, spirit and keefmess had their epitome in her. Peggy's good-narured, cheer- ful personality is well-known to all her friends. She enjoys dancing, driving, and chocolate milk shakes. Peggy hopes to enter a teacher's college upon graduation. We wish you all the luck in the future, Peggy. Foreign Poliq' 3, 4: Glee Club 3, 4: Dramatic Club 3: Senior Play Staff: Debating Club 3: Leaders 3, 4: Op- eretta 3: Sports 1: Recreation Coun- cil 4. u tt I .. 0' it I : A - f . Aff ts? ,- , S v t I -.af Q, , .. .W A 1 ANNE MARIE KRUPENEVICH Thy music, youth, hath wortderous charms. Anne's senes of appreciation is shown by her fondness and en- thusiasm towards music. She is a great music lover, as well as participant in this field. In ad- dition to her talent, her pleas- ing personality and carefree smile make her a welcome ad- dition to any group. Soccer 1: Choir 1, 2, 3, 4: Orches- tra 1.2, 3.4:Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4: Operetta 1, 2, 3, 4: Dramatic Club 1: Honor Society 3, 4: Recreation Council 4: Student Council 1, 2, 3: Elm Leaves I, 2, 3, 4: Elm Staff.