Wethersfield High School - Elm Yearbook (Wethersfield, CT)

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EDMUND B. GREENE Sportsman in hody,' Comedian at heart. Eddie . . . good looking . . . a friendly, well-liked student . . . witty sense of humor . . . sincere . . . reliable, able soccer player . . . diligent Latin Student! . . . enjoys accordian playing and print- ing . . . headed for college . . . a definite asset to the class of '56. Baseball 2, 3, 43 Soccer 3, 43 Basketball 2, 33 Student Council 33 junior Prom Committee 33 Bac- calaureate Usher 33 Traffic Squad 43 Boys' State Representative 33 Town Councilman on Student Government Day 52 Class Team Soccer 23 Class Night Co-chairman 4g Senior Plays Production 4. JOHN FARLEY GRENIER A wise man will make more opportunities than he ands. Johnny . . . always ready for good times and laughs . . . where thete's mischief, there's Johnny . . . isn't one to be worried by studies . . . out- doorman who enjoys hunting and skating . . . fun loving nature . . . ever present smile . . . witty . . . his friendly ways make him well known and liked . . . plans to enter the service . . . loads of luck to you, johnny, LUCY AGNES GRIGGS What tails do l undergo to please you! Lou . . . one of the quieter members of our class . . . friendly to everyone . . . eager to help . . . lover of all types of music . . . able ac- cordian player . . . plans to enter the nursing profession upon graduation . . . Best of luck! Choir 43 Softball 33 Tennis Tour- nament 3. EDWARD BULKELEY GRISWOLD Mirth and fun come fast and furious. Buck or E. Buck . . . always with a cool bit . . . No kidding! . . . You can count on a swell time and a lot of laughs when he's around . . . seldom serious . . . plenty of fight and hustle on the playing held . . . a good class worker . . . plans are for col- lege in the tall. Class Soccer 2, 3, 43 Class Bas- ketball 2, 3, 43 J. V, Baseball 2, 33 Varsity Tennis 3, 43 Intermural Sports 2, 3. 43 Fire Squad 3, 4: Recreation Council 2, 3, 43 Co- Chairman Sophomore Hop Ticket Committee 23 Baccalaureate Usher 33 Choir 43 Dramatic Club 33 Foreign Policy Club 43 Junior Prom Usher 3: Elm Staff 43 Bac- calaureate Co-Chairman 4. JOYCE JOAN GROB Merry and Gay,' such pleasant ways. Butch or Joy . . . a fiend for photography and art . . . a kind word for all whom she meets , . . happy as the day is long, with a merry laugh and a twinkle in her eye . . . further plans are to attend art school . . . best of luck in the future. Choir 3, 43 Senior Plays Chief Usher 43 Badminton Tournament 33 Class Soccer 4. GORDON GROVER I am a music maker, and I am a dreamer of dreams. Gordie . . . A good tenor is rare, but in Gordie we have one . . . very fond of music . . . has been taking up hair- dressing on the side . . . hopes to go to a hair-styling school in New York, and later, to have a shop of his own . . . Best of luck, Gordie! Choir 2, 3, 43 All-State Chorus 43 Elm Staff 43 Operetta Staff 2, 3. DAVID BILL HAWKINS A little work, much play goes for my happy, usual day. Dave . . . a broad grin and congenial personality . . . likeable manner . . . never a dull moment when Dave's around . . . mechanical minded . . . enjoys tinkering with cars . . . Cars run smoother after Dave's service . . . hearty laugh . . . good luck in any Held you undertake, Dave! MARILYN ANN HAYES Small in stature, but enormous in good nature. Marilyn . . . cute ways . . . witty . . . often seen arguing with someone twice her size . . . those big blue eyes . . . Sorry, kids, have to wash my hair tonight! . . . mischievous little smile . . . lover of sports . . . skiing enthusiast . . . a sincere and steadfast friend, Glee Club 2, 33 Youth Govern- ment 3: Girls' Sports 3, 4: Choir 43 Dramatic Club 2, 33 Tennis Tournament 3, 43 Sophomore Hop Committee 23 Music Council 33 Recreation Council 43 Co-chairman of Junior Prom 3: Elm Staff 43 Senior Plays 43 Operetta Staff 33 Class Night Co-chairman. 1, zu its-sf . 3.

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JEAN LOUISE FORD None know her hut to love her, None name her hut to praise 'her. Jeanne . . . possesses a truly pleasing personality . . . a willing worker . . . has such a 'friendly smile . . . honor student . . . a really sincere friend . . . ardent Red Sox fan . . . devotes many long hours to church work . . . Wa-a-ait a minute . . . She appears to be quiet, but watch the twinkle in those eyes . . . has what it takes to make a fine Elementary School teach- er! Latin Club 25 Girls' Choir 3, 45 Foreign Policy Club 3. 4-Secre- tary 3-President 45 WHS Dele- gate to UN 35 National Honor Society' 3. 45 Youth Government 35 Baccalaureate Usher 3: Class Night Usher 3: Dramatic Club 3, 4-Vice President 45 Merit Schol- arship Competitor 45 Senior Play gast 45 Elm Staff 45 Opetetta Staff ROBERT GIBB He looks on life with quiet eyes. Bob.. . quiet ...seen a lot with the underclassmen . . . has a yen for collecting records . . . also possesses a bit of wit expressed mostly to his close friends . . . a loyal friend . . . his future plans are to attend Hillyer College . . . best of luck in the future, Bob! DAVID GILBERT There is no greater everyday virtue than eheerfulnessf' Dave . . . friendly as the day is long . . . a loyal pal . .. earnest and sincere in his un- dertakings . . . always has something to do . . . a shy smile and a warm heart , . . always ready for horseplay . . . thoughtful and considerate to all . . . plans to join the Navy after graduation. SALVATORE A. GIONFRIDDO He that walketh sincerely, walheth confidently. Sal . . . quiet in bearing, but a true friend . . . very sin- cere . . . unpretentious with great abilities . . . serious minded, but very likeable . . . has plans for college . . . an excellent student . . . will surely find success in any en- deavor. Latin Club 25 Elm Leaves 3, 45 Advertising Manager of Elm Leaves 45 Foreign Policy Club 3. 45 Elm Literary Staff 45 Senior Plays Production Staff 45 Baccalau- geate Usher 35 Class Night Usher MALVIN GOLDBERG Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm. Buddy . . . our dynamic Senior Class President . . . a real flash around the school . . . a good worker . . . a driving force behind all his under- takings . . . a tremendous dancer . . . likes modern jazz and Rock 'n Roll . . . hopes to be a child psycholo- gist or designer . . . has the admiration of all classmates . . . The best of luck to you, Bud! Student Council 2, 3, 45 Ex. Bd. 45 junior Prom Committee 35 Chief, Traflic Squad 45 Boy's State 3: Court Cilester, Junior Prom 35 Elm Art. E itor 45 Class President 45 Chairman Fiesta 45 Youth Gov. 3. MARILYN E. GOMETZ Knowledge is Power Lynn . . . an honor student . . . ambitious and efficient . . . congenial to all . . . pos- sesses a heart of gold . . . dig- nified . . . willing to lend a helping hand . . . always re- liable . . . bound to be a suc- cess in college. Choir 2, 3, 45 Glee Club 25 Dra- matic Club 2, 3, 45 Program Chair- man 3, 45 Foriign Policy Club 3. 45 Secretary 45 ational Honor So- ciety 3, 45 Operetta 2, 35 Traffic Squad 45 All-State Chorus 4: Grad- uation and Class Night Usher 3: Elm Staff Co-chairman 45 Student Council Alt. 25 Girls' Sports 3, 45 Latin Club 35 Make-Up Club 25 Natfl Thespian Society Secretary 3. 45 Senior Play Cast 45 Merit Schol- arship Competitor 45 W.H.S. Dele- gate3to U.N. 35 Jr. Prom Commit- tee . JUDITH GOODELL If I can't find fun, 1'll make rome, Prudy . . . long time cheer- leader and boy fascinator . . . a saying for everything . . . eye for goodies, parties and Bermudas . . . explosive per- sonality . . . a natural, un- pretentious manner . . . Oh well, I mean really , . . in- telligent and understanding . . . love of life, ability to make so-o-o many friends will bring her 'naught but happiness. Cheerleading 2, 3, 45 Class Treas- urer 25 Leaders' Club 35 Sopho- more Hop Committee 25 Junior Prom Committee 35 Youth Gov. 35 Foreign Policy Club 45 Elm Staff 45 Senior Play Cast 45 Senior Ball Committee Chairman 4. ROBERT OTTO GRABNER Come, give us a taste of your quality. Bob . . . or Rah to his close friends . . . active in sports, skiing and soccer being his favorites . . . ready and willing to laugh his well known boisterous laugh . . . a smart dresser, good looker, and good dancer . . . plans for college and the service ahead . . . we're sure he'll succeed in anything he at- tempts. Varsity Soccer 2, 3, 45 Varsity Track 2, 3, 45 Student Council 2, 3, 45 Fire Squad 3, 45 Slide Rule Club 35 Sophomore Hop Committee 3: Traffic Squad 45 Graduation Usher 35 Co-chairman of Graduation 4.

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2, ,.11e 3 do tx 4-tx 2 .esr nfis 1 ated? EST MARYANN CAROL HAYES Like Champagne- she sparkles. Hayser . . . a pint-sized dy- namo . . . always has some- thing to do . . . tremendous personality . , . greatly ad- mired . . . who could forget Squeek's laugh? . . . a pleas- ure to know and be with . . . Hey Hayser, when are ya gonna have another P. J. par- ty? . . . will make a good SCCICIZIY. Choir 2, 35 Vice-President 25 Cheerleading 5, 43 Assistant Cap- tain Cheerleader 4g Recreation Council 2, 3, 45 Decoration Co- chairman 35 Traffic Suuad 45 Jun- ior Prom Queen 3: Elm Staff 4: Student Council Alternate 4: Sen- ior Play Production Staff 45 Senior Ball Co-chairman. RICHARD HOCK They that govern the most make least noise. Dick . . . quiet in some ways . . . sets his mind to what he wants to do . . . thoughtful . . . known for his black, wavy hair . . . good looking . . . well mannered . . . in- dispensable on the soccer held . . . a true friend . . . will be a success in the future. Varsity Soccer 4. ROBERT DUNCAN HOPE With Smiling lips and Sharp Blue Eyes. Hopey . . . quiet . , . loves outdoor sports . . . an asset to our school band . . . small, with blond hair envied by many . . . shy with the oppo- site sex . . . good narured . . . plans to further his edu- cation. Band 2, 5, 4. MARY JANE HOWARTPI A smile lhat reflects the sun itself. Mary Jane . . . petite and charming . . . has a sense of humor and cn get very silly . . . possesses beautiful clothes, and wears them well . . . flirty . . . fun to be with . . . a loyal friend . . . a warm smile surrounded hy her silky complexion . . . wedding bells are included in Mary Jane's near future. Queen's Court, Junior Prom. GARRETT RAYMOND HUGHES Easy come, easy go. Gary . . . carefree, not a worry in sight . . . always searching for fun . . . spends many hours tinkering on his car . . . a great kidder . . . a loyal friend . . . always willing to do a favor . . . a mischievous gleam forever present in his eye . . . never a dull moment when Gary's around . . . plans to join the Navy after graduation. Varsity Baseball 2. JUDITH ANN HUTCHINS She is easy to talk with, and nice to he ufilhf' Judy . . . on her lips there is always a ready smile . . . loves frolic and fun . . . a gay laugh . . . a devilish twin- kle in her eye . . . a true and sincere friend . . . a flair for jazz . . . wishes to go into the field of nursing . . . any hospital will welcome you, Judy! Dramatic Club 2, 3, 4, Glee Club 25 Baccalaureate Usher 3: Student Council 25 Operetta Staff 2, 35 Junior Prom Committee 35 Elm Leaves 45 Make-up Club 25 Senior Zlays Production Staff 45 Elm Staff GLORIA LOUISE JAJLIARDO She wears the rose of youth upon her. Glo . . . good natured , . . sports lover . . . always on the go . . . especially likes swimming, skating, and ski- ing . . . likes to talk . . . plans to be a singer or go into secretarial work . . . best of luck to a peppy Senior. Senior Play Staff, 4. BARBARA A. JANEK The world is as you take iz. Bobbie . . . small, Cute . . . sweet and very amiable . . . known for her quiet ways . . . an adorable smile . . . never a harsh word for any- one . . . active in drum corps work . . . likes to swim . . . plans to be a secretary . . . Luck be yours in the future, Bobbie. Basketball 45 Soccer 45 Senior Plays Production Staff 4.