Williams Memorial Institute High School - Legenda Yearbook (New London, CT)

Text from Pages 1 - 100 of the 1948 volume:

Board of Trustees Allen B. Lambdin Mr. Francis F. McGuire .... Miss Gertrude Noyes .... Mrs. Mary Williams Crozier Mr. Fred L. Newton .... Dr. George R. Champlin (ex officio) . Mr. Frederick W. Edgerton (ex officio) • • ■ • • . . Chairman of City Board of Education • • . . President Treasurer . . . . Secretary Commander Palmer A. Niles . Miss Helen K. Whiton Superintendent of Schools lk?$?nb x 0 tt We, the class of 1948, take great pleasure in dedicating our Legenda to one whom we regard with genuine affection and admiration, Mrs. Katherine Buckley Vargas. Her readiness to render friendly advice, to offer a helping hand and to sympathize with all our endeavors, has endeared her to our hearts as an inspiring example of American womanhood. She has made a lasting impression as one of those people whom it is a joy to know and with whom it is a delight to work. Jit ftrnigmtum It requires much attention and labor to keep our buildings and campus as attractive as they deserve to be. We owe a sincere debt of gratitude to Mrs. Anne Ennis and Mr. Manuel Perry for their conscientious efforts which reflect their pride in our school. We hope future classes will cooperate with them in their zeal to make W. M. I. “ better yet. 883 3n JUrmortam It was with profound regret that the faculty and students received the news of the passing of William Williams, former member of our Board of Trustees for more than thirty years. He succeeded his father Charles Augustus Williams, who had served as president of the Board from 1833 to 1900. Mr. Williams who spent his youth in attaining knowledge and devoted the span of manhood to the application of that knowledge for the benefit of mankind, exemplified the model scholar and educator. Both as an interested member of the Board, and as a generous benefactor of the school he has helped to carry out the wishes of his aunt, Harriet Peck Williams, founder of Williams Memorial Institute. 6 3n JHnttoriam The death of Frank L. McGuire, a member of our Board of Trustees for more than twenty years, brought grief to all members of the student body and faculty, as well as to the community at large. Attorney McGuire thoroughly believed in preserving the standards and traditions of our school, although he was alert to modern changes which would benefit our Alma Mater. His association with the Board was no small factor in maintaining good will between the city and the school. W. M. I. will miss his kindly interest and good counsel. 7 MILDRED ABBOTT Science Wheaton College, B.A.; Simmons College, B.S. in Home Economics; Cornell University, M. Sc. MARION G. ANDERSON Business Nasson College, B.S. HARRIET BABCOCK HELEN B GARABED K MARION S. EARLE English CHANDLER DAGHLIAN Science Connecticut College for Registrar Science and Mathematics Wellesley College B.A. Women, B.A. New London Business College Central Turkey College, Aintab, Turkey B.A.; American University, Beirut, Lebanon; Columbia University, M.A., Ph. D ELIZABETH S wnr I ICTFI? HOLLISTER RUTH S. HATHAWAY Business North Adams Teachers College ANNA F. HEWITT Secretary New London Business College LORETTA P. HIGGINS Business English, Director of Public Relations Connecticut College for Women. R A. ALICE B. HJORTLAND Librarian Connecticut College for Women. Library Science Science Connecticut College for Women, B.S.; Teachers College; Columbia University M.A. MARION B KELSY English Connecticut College for Women B A.; George Washington University M.A. MARY D LEE History Smith College B.A. MARY R. LEWIS English Connecticut College for Women B.A. ELIZABETH D. MACADAMS Latin Smith College B.A. JOSEPHINE A. MANSFIELD French University of Chicago Ph. B.; Middlebury College, M.A. GERTRUDE MILLER M usic Boston University B.S.S. DOROTHY PAGE German, Spanish Smith College B.A.; Middlebury College M.A. CLARA W. POLINSKY Physical Education Sargent School of Physical Education JANE L SCHELANDER English Macalester College, B.A. ESTHER STENSBY Homemaking Framingham Teacher’s College B.S. Ed. SUSAN C. STRAHN Algebra, Geometry, Gen. Science Connecticut College for Women B.A. ROSE K STUCKY English New York University B A.. M.A. MAURA S. SULLIVAN History Connecticut College for Women B.A. NATALIE P. SWIFT English. French Goucher College. B.A.; Middlebury College, M.A. MARY T. TALCOTT Dean. Assistant Principal Teachers College, Columbia B.S., M.A. HELEN C. TITCOMB Homemaking Framingham Teachers College B.S. in H. Ec. MARJORIE TONKS Junior Business Training, Assistant to Physical Ed. Dept. Syracuse University B.A. MARY E. TYTLA Business New York University B.S.; Teachers Colleg Columbia M.A. CATHERINE H. VARGAS KATHERINE BUCKLEY VARGAS ELIZABETH F. WATERMAN JEAN M. WATSON JANICE WIGHTMA M at hematics Art Business Lassell Junior College Saint Joseph College B.S. History Connecticut College for Women B.A. Latin. Spanish Brown University B.A. Colby College, Water-ville Maine B.A.; Columbia University, Teachers College M.A. Norwich Art School VIVIAN B. WETMORE. R. N. Director of Health Castleton Normal School; Laurence Memorial School of Nursing HELENA J. WEBBER Algebra and History University of Massachusetts A.B.; Boston University Joan Beloff Shirley Fern Grace Geoffrey Cynthia Haigh Ann Jenkins Irene Liehenau Beverly Breskovics Patricia Marjorie Griswold Lundborg Helen Gruskin Dorothy Thurber Shirley Smith Mrs. Elizabeth D. MacAdams Mrs. Rose K. Stucky Alberta Wright Business Manager Catherine H. Vargas Faculty Adviser Jane Chapin Merna Davies Gina Mazzuca Lucia Maffioli Art Virginia Sension J Copy Editor Eleanor Ferro Circulation Marilyn Bogema Grace King Flo Nash Eli .abeth Schroeder Stella Andrews Gladys Hamilton Dorothy Morgan Myrtle Schroeder Janet Crandall Joan Lee Melva Patterson Barbara Sigurdsen Beatrice DeBiasi Joan McDonald Ann O’Connell Patricia Smith Beverly Grimes Lois Strickland Anne O'Connor Adele Valentini I wish I could distill all the beauty, wisdom, and thought, expressed by great minds for thousands of years, into a magic potion for you to drink; then I should know that whatever happened to you in the future, whether you experience joy or sorrow, riches or poverty, success or failure, you would meet life gallantly, because you would have within yourself a sense of security and power. School life is so short that we know that you stand only on the fringe of knowledge, but if you leave school with the developed power to concentrate and study, then you have in your hands the key to open the doors to all knowledge. I hope you will use that key—the key to a life of effort and contentment. William Channing wrote this poem and called it My Symphony. Could not its title be Happiness? To live content with small means; To seek elegance rather than luxury, and refinement rather than fashion ; To be worthy, not respectable, and wealthy, not rich; To listen to stars and birds, babes and sages with open heart; To study hard; To think quietly, act frankly, talk gently, await occasions, hurry never; In a word, to let the spiritual, unbidden and unconscious, grow up through the common— This is my symphony. May your lives, too, be great symphonies, Graduating Seniors of 1948! 12 v: ELIZABETH ANDERSON “Toby Betty General Informal Dance Committee 3. Here's Toby with a yen for ice skating. Yale, and a career as a hairdresser deluxe. She’s as inseparable from “Pecky” as the day is long and just as happy. A grand senior! STELLA ANDREWS College Library Club 1; Glee Club 1, Orchestra 1. 2; Better Yet Club; Latin Club 3; Legenda Assistant 4; Senior History Club 4; Departmental Honors 1, 2. 3. If you’re looking for an argument turn around when you hear “Oh Golly! There you’ll find Stella ready to oblige with the pros and cons. Actually she is very well liked by all. LOUISE ASHTON Betty” College Junior Math. Club 1; Spanish Club 2. 3. 4; Vigilance 2; Better Yet Club 3; Departmental Honors 3. Someday your child may be in Miss Ashton's English class. Yet Betty’s admiration for Katherine Cornell and her leaning toward the music of Jerome Kern, may lead to the stage. Wherever your path may go, never lose that smile! LILLIAN BACHESE College MARION BATTAGLIA Mare General BARBARA BELCHER Barbs General Glee Club 1. 2; Jagat Club. Lillian, quiet on the surface is mischievous within. Where does she find the time for homework, working, dancing and movies? With such stamina she should whi . through nursing school and receive her treasured R.N. in no time. Marion’s beautiful and intriguing brown eyes have been the envy of more than one senior. Friendly and sincere, ‘‘Mare’’ seems to get along with everyone. Her sedate demeanor will be an asset to her as a bookkeeper after graduation. Spanish Club; Vigilance 2. 3; Photography Club 1. 2; Senior History Club; Tiger Twirler 1. 2, 3. 4; Fieldball 3. ‘‘Barb's ’ bangs and ready smile mark her as one of the nicest girls in the class. Her love of football and good times have proven her to be an all-round girl. We’re sure she will do wonderful things. JOAN BELOFF College Glee Club 1; Science Club 1; Spanish Club 2; Hilltop Art 2; Vigilance 3; Legenda 4. Possessor of a lovely wardrobe, Joan has won our admiration. Her whimsical mannerisms and ready laughter have endeared her to the entire class. NANCY BERRY 'Wan College Honor Pass 1. 2, 4; Legenda Assistant 4; Spanish Club 4; Latin Club 4; Junior Citizen Council 4; Library Club 4; Glee Club 1. Orchestra Club 1. and Band 1, 2, 3, 4. Choir 4. All State Band 2, Music Festival 2. 3. Nancy's familiar smile and cheerful “O K.” have won her many friends. Between teaching, her chosen profession, and visiting every state in the Union, her favorite dream, she has a busy and profitable life ahead of her. CLAIRE BIBIK “Cluckie” Business Spanish Club 4. Claire, a firm supporter of the New York Yankees, is one of those envied tall girls in the class. She will be a secretary, and, no doubt, a good one! BARBARA BLANOS “Babs College MARILYN BOGEMA “Bogie” Business BEVERLY BRESKOVICS “Bev” Business Vigilance 1; French Club 2, 3; Latin Club 2, 3; Senior History Club 4. Basketball 3; Volleyball 3; Baseball 3; Secretary Athletic Association 4. Honor Pass 3; Legenda Typing Assistant 4; Senior History Club 4. Bab’s wide and varied interests provide her with knowledge of many, many things. Pharmacy is going to be Bab’s occupation in the years to come. An unusual position for an unusual girl! “Bogie” came to us from Kalamazoo, Michigan, in her Junior year. With a radiant smile on her face and her engaging personality, she’s a perfect combination for success here at W.M.I. and anywhere at any time. “Bev” is our choice for “Most Demure.” Her willingness to work will help her climb the ladder of success rapidly. Her sweet manner is one of her great assets. I JEAN BROWNE College Math Club 1. 3; French Club 1. 2. 3; Science Club 1. 3; Library Club 2. 3. 4; Biology Club 3; Junior Citizen’s Council 4; Senior Math Club 4. Jean's long brown hair is the envy of everyone. However, she doesn’t want to be a model for Breck Shampoo but rather a teacher of Math, or History. Her natural aptitude for these subjects certainly aids her. We expect the best of you, Jean. JANE CHAPIN “Janie” College Honor Court 1; Better Yet Club Council 1; Glee Club 1; Drama Club 1; Informal Dance Committee 1; Stage Crew 1; Junior Prom Committee 3; Senior History Club 4; Legenda. Whenever you hear “Ah bet chah” there’s Janie. Though widely read and a lover of good times, she also finds time to work and work hard, so we know she’ll succeed. ESTHER BRYDEN General Glee Club 1; Choir 2; Vigilance 2; Hilltop 2; French Club 2; Feature Editor Legenda 4; Junior Citizen’s Council 4 Gay manner, sparkling blue eyes, an infectious giggle, and a definite air of independence are Esther. Her love of adventure and interest in people will certainly aid her in being an airline hostess. Your smile is your four-leaf clover, Esther. MARY JANE CHAPMAN College Class Secretary 1; Drama Club 1; Class President 2; Better Yet Club 1. 2; Chair. Junior Prom 3; Nominating Committee 1, 2. 3; Hilltop 2; Junior Tea 3; Departmental Honors 1. 2, 3. 4; Junior Citizen’s Council 3. 4; Legenda Photography Editor 4. She should be one of two things, a housewife or a congresswoman. There's Mary Jane’s personality in a nutshell! She has a “slight” weakness for the King Cole Trio and navy blue. Good luck to Mary Jane best described by her favorite word—terrific! BARBARA CASEY “Barb” Business Vigilance 1 ; Senior History Club 4 Music, both modern and classical. hath charms for Barb”, we're told. Immediately after high school Barb” will become a bookkeeper; but she is anxiously awaiting the time when she can put her love of sewing and cooking to practice. PATRICIA CLARE “Pat” College Junior Citizen’s Council Treasurer 3; Glee Club 1. 2; Jagat Club 1; Biology Club 2; Vigilance 3; Senior History Club 4 Listen to Pat with her soft, sweet voice and Bostonian accent. She goes in for music, the theater, and counselling at summer camps. Here’s to the lass with the Delicate Air.” JANET CRANDALL Cranny” General MERNA DAVIES College BEATRICE DEBIASI “Beaty” General Science Club 1; Glee Club 1; Spanish Club 1. 2; Biology Club 2; Junior Tea 3; Field Day 3; Vigilance 4; Class Treasurer 4; Legenda 4. We find “Cranny” and her gay manner and ready laugh actively participating in all school doings. May your life always be full of the love and laughter you have given us. Vigilance 1; Informal Dance Committee 1; Nominating Committee 1; Class Treasurer 1; Class Secretary 2; Math Club 1; Drama Club 1; Glee Club 1; Hilltop 3; Junior Citizen’s Council 4; Senior History Club 4; Departmental Honors 1, 2, 3, 4; Legenda 4. Merna’s ability {o get along with anyone and her naturally charming manner have made her an outstanding member of the Class of '48. Not only is her competence an outstanding characteristic but also her love of a good time. Science Club 1; Spanish Club 1, 2; Biology Club 2; Glee Club 1; Jagat Club 1; Hilltop 3; Legenda 4. Big velvet eyes, “peaches and cream” complexion, plus a sunny disposition are “Beaty.” She is full of fun, a ready companion for a good time. “Beaty” hopes to go to Junior College and then into business for herself. Ambitious? Certainly! JOSEPHINE DIMAGGIO “Jo” Business Glee Club 1; Vigilance 3; French Club 1, 2; Drama Club 2; Photography Club 2. One of the tiniest girls in the class, Jo has learned when to play and when to work and her ambition to be a legal secretary is a worthwhile one. We envy those long, lovely eyelashes! Never change, Jo! LUCY DIMAGGIO “Lou” Business French Club 1. 2; Glee Club 1; Math Club 1; Senior History Club 4; J.C.C.; Photography Club Never a dull moment when fun-loving, carefree “Lou’s” around, with her witty remarks. Her fondness for roller skating and dancing keep her occupied most of her spare time. May you achieve all that you hope for. Heres to you, Lou. MARY LU DOUTON “Sis” College Jagat Club 1; Twirling 2, 3. Here’s a girl with big ideas. Not only does she want to be a successful nurse, but she also wants to travel to Europe. We’re looking forward to being able to say “we knew her when.” JOAN EGELAND “Joanie” College Departmental Honors 1, 2, 3; Jagat Club 1; Biology Club 2; Latin Club 2; Glee Club 1; Orchestra and Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Choir 4; All State Band 2, 3, 4. “Joanie” sings, and plays the trombone and piano. If her pet daydream comes true, we may someday hear her playing her trombone in a Symphony Orchestra! We’ll be watching. BARBARA ESKRIDGE “Barby” College Departmental Honors 1, 2, 3, 4; Better Yet Club 1; Class Treasurer ; Assembly Committee 3, 4; Honor Court 4; Glee Club; Field Day 2; Latin Club 3, 4; French Club 1, 2, 3, 4. The gifts of the gods were liberally bestowed upon “Barby, along with a ready smile, poise, delightful speaking voice and intellect plus. Her plans include college, travel and a career. SHIRLEY FERN “Shirt” College Drama Club 4; Glee Club 1; Math Club 1; Spanish Club 1, 2, 3; Better Yet Club Council 2; Biology Club 2; United States Student Assembly 3; Honor Pass 1, 2, 3, 4; Legenda 4. Shirley’s red hair, congenial smile and enviable grades have made her outstanding in the class. She plans to major in Sociology in college, and travel a little before she settles down. Best in the world to you! ELEANOR FERRO “Ellie” Business CELESTE FORTIN “Little one” General JACQUELINE GAINES “Jackie” Business Science Club 1; Vigilance 2, 3; Senior History Club 4; Hilltop 2, 3; Photography Club 2; Field-ball 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Volleyball 1. 2, 3; Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Varsity Baseball 2. 3; Legenda Circulation Manager 4. “Ellie”, one of the class athletes, wants to become a physical education instructor. Her truly hearty laugh, competence and dependability are sure to prove assets in future years. Good luck Ellie, keep pitching—you’re sure to win. Library Club 1; Photography Club 2, 3; Projection Club 3; Senior History Club 4. Noted for her lovely brown eyes and her outstanding characteristic of loyalty to an ideal, Celeste is one of the sweetest girls in the class. She hopes some day to become a super deluxe hairdresser. We’re more than sure she’ll get there. Glee Club 1; Biology Club; Junior Citizen’s Council; Senior History Club; United States Student Assembly; Science Club. Where did that giggle come from? That’s right! You’ve guessed it, “Jackie!” A movie fan from way back, and a potential interior decorator, good natured, friendly, Jackie will always meet the future with a smile. ANNE GARVEY College BARBARA GEER Business GRACE GEOFFREY “Gray College German Club 2, 3, 4; Library Club 2. 3, 4; Junior Citizen’s Council 3. Ann is here, then gone. Although she’s at Junior College taking a pre-medical course, she still comes to the “hilltop,” for more English. Your ambition might well be an example for us all. Glee Club 1; Science Club 1; Biology 1; Art Service 3; Vigilance 2; Baseball 2, 3; Volleyball 2; Field Day 2, 3; Senior History Club 4. We can always depend on Barbara to help in every way possible. A lover of sports, she also finds time for the quiet pastime of reading. French Club 3, 4; Vigilance 2, 4; Badminton 2; Departmental Honors 1, 2, 3, 4; Junior Tea; Junior Prom. Grace’s sunny disposition, twinkling eyes and friendly smile have won us all. She loves a good time but is also a capable student. After graduation “Gray” plans to become a nurse. We know she will be a grand one. RITA GIAMPETRO “Reel Ree College MURIEL GOLDBERG College MABEL GRAVES “May” Business Basketball 1, 2, 3. 4; Field Ball 3, 4; Baseball 3; Volleyball 1, 2, 3, 4; Field Day 3; Latin Club 1, 2; French Club 1, 2, 3; Senior History Club 4; Vigilance 3, 4; Junior Prom Committee 3; Le-genda Sports Editor 4. She didn’t join us until her Junior year, but “Reet”immediately became a part of W.M.I. Her athletic abilities, her intelligence, and her winning ways make her one of the most popular in the class. Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4; Hilltop 2; Latin Club 2; French Club 2, 3; United States Student Assembly 3. Muriel is famed for her ability as a violinist and her love of music. Nevertheless, she wants to become a nurse. Whatever you do, you will do it well. Departmental Honors 1, 2, 3, 4; Better Yet Club 1; Assembly Committee 2; Orchestra and Band 1, 2, 3, 4; State Music Festivals 2, 3. 4; New England Music Festival 2; All-State Band 2; All-State Orchestra 4. May” has pert curls, cute dimples and a beautiful soprano voice. Playing the trombone and piano are among her many accomplishments. She is well liked by all. BEVERLY GRIMES Fuzzey” College Vigilance 1; Glee Club 1; Projection Club 2, 3; Biology 2; Better Yet Club 2; Departmental Honors 1, 3; Honor Pass 2; Le-genda 4. “Bev’s” versatility is proven by the fact that she was a waitress last summer in Maine. She plans to become a professor in either Math or English. What can such a person have but success? We’re behind you, “Bev”! PATRICIA EVON GRISWOLD “Pat” “Peg” Business Senior History Club 4; Legenda 4; Vigilance 4; Field Ball 4; Junior Tea 3. Pat came to us from Tech in her Junior year, and in a short time proved herself a grand person. She excels in sports and swimming and is always ready for a good time. May all your dreams come true! HELEN GRUSKIN “Red” College Departmental Honors 2, 3, 4; Spanish Club 3; Hilltop 3; Legenda 4. Helen came to us from the Big Town—N.Y.C. and immediately won a place for herself among the members of '48. Eleanor Roosevelt is her example of the ideal woman. A worthy model for a worthy girl. WINIFRED GUERIN “Winnie” General Glee Club 1; Science Club 1; Biology Club 2; Sub-Freshman Day Committee 2; Junior Tea 3. As yet, Winnie hasn’t decided what she wants to do, but judging from her record here at school, there is no doubt that she will have little trouble, in whatever she may decide upon. Good Luck, Winnie! CYNTHIA HAIGH “Cindy” College Glee Club 1; Vigilance 2; French Club 2, 3, 4; Honor Court 3. “Cindy’s” inimitable laugh is one characteristic that we’ll never forget. We also admire her lovely blonde pageboy, her trim wardrobe. and her knowledge of fine music and books. She is bound to succeed. GLADYS HAMILTON “Hammy” College Departmental Honors 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 1; Science Club 1; Jagat Club 1; Hilltop 2; Biology Club 2; Projection Club 2; Vigilance 2, 3; Junior Tea 3; Spanish Club 3, 4; Senior Math Club 3, 4; Legenda 4; Field Day 2, 3. “Hammy,” whose favorite expression is “we frown upon that, ho! ho!,” is famous for being inseparable from “Cranny” and “Bea.” She plans to become a science teacher — perhaps at W.M.I. some day. MAUREEN HANEY Renie” General Glee Club 1; Biology Club 2; Junior Citizen’s Council 3; Vigilance 2. Always with a grin and a gay word in passing. Maureen is certainly a grand person. Never let that twinkle disappear from those lovely blue eyes! JUNE HANK “Chick” College Vigilance 4 June was called “Chick” by her friends at the high school she attended before coming to W.M.I. this year. It’s easy to see why the skies should have no limit for another of our potential stewardesses because of her charm and personality. NELLIE HEALY “Nell College Glee Club 1; Jagat Club 1; Bi-ology Club 1. Nellie's eyes bring to mind “When Irish Eyes Are Smiling” and hers always are! If you ever need a competent nurse and a jollv one, “Nell” will be the one to call. We think that she’ll be ideal! Keep smiling, won’t you? MINNA HOMOLA “Min” Business Glee Club 1; German Club 2; Nominating Committee 2, 3; Le-genda Staff 4. Minna, who is always ready to make us laugh, has a rare talent for putting everyone at ease. Not only is Minna one of our most popular seniors, but an apt student also. Life will hold nothing but success for “Min.” BARBARA HULL “Barby” “Bobs” College BARBARA HUME “Bob” Business Drama Club 1, 2; French Club 1, 2, 3; Glee Club 1; Junior Tea 3; Better Yet Council 3; Latin Club 4; Departmental Honors 1. 3. Our “Barbs” is a “Kitten on the Keys.” She’s cute as a kitten and oh!—the way she plays! A math scholar and a very accomplished horsewoman, we know that “Babs” will go a long way, with all these qualities. Drama Club 1; Vigilance 3, 4; Departmental Honors 3; Senior History Club 4. Barbara is always interested in her studies. Her helpful spirit has won her many friends. She loves books and is interested in the theater. We feel confident “Bob” will succeed in whatever field she may choose. ANN JENKINS “Jenks College Hilltop 2; Biology Club 2; Assembly Committee 2; Spanish Club 2. 3; German Club 3; Senior Math Club 3; Drama Club 2, 3; Library Club 3, 4; United States Student Assembly 3; Junior Citizen’s Council 3. 4; Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Legenda Staff 4. Ann's a baseball fan, rooting for Boston Braves and Red Sox. Singing and good music appeal to “Jenks,” yet nursing may entice her more. KATHERINE JEZESKI “Katie College Science Club 1; Sub-Freshman Day Committee 2; Honor Pass 3, 4; Vigilance 3. Katie’s” beauty and her intelligence are a rare combination. Her particular talent seems to be in the field of writing and perhaps some day she will be an author of note. BARBARA JOHNSON “Barby College Nominating Committee 1; Vigilance 1; Glee Club 1; Choir 2, 3; President 4; Junior Citizen’s Council 3, 4; Spanish Club 2, 4; Junior Prom Committee 3; Junior Tea Committee 3; Honor Court 2, 4; Tiger Twirler 1, 2, 3. Barby” is one of our very sweet collegiates. Some day she may become Head of the Policewomen of Connecticut, so watch your step, girls! PATRICIA KATAN “Pat General Glee Club 1; Softball. “Gee Whiz” continually pops into Pat’s” conversation. Noted for her jovial nature, she likes all sports and she always has fun. Her talents are easily seen on the athletic field. A bride to be and a happy, happy one! GRACE KING “Grade Business Spanish Club 1, 2; Senior History Club 4; Science Club 1, 2; Vigilance 3; Legenda Staff 4. Tall, slender Grace is an ardent Red Sox rooter. “Gracie’s” poised and friendly ways will certainly help her to achieve distinction as a bookkeeper. EVA KOSS “Eve General Science Club 1, 2; Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Senior History Club. An all-round girl is Eva, who loves golf and mixes fun with work. We’re sure that she will move ahead swiftly in whatever field she chooses. BERNICE LEAR “Bernie” College JOAN LEE “Joanie” General IRENE LIEBENAU “Pete” College Better Yet Club Council 1, 2; Drama Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Math Club 1; Senior Math Club 2; Latin Club 2; French Club 2, 3, 4; Choir 2; Hilltop 2; Junior Citizen’s Council 3; Legend a Staff 4. Will Bernice use her abilities in the study of law or in the field of drama? Her sophistication and grace are an enviable combination. Best of everything to you, though we don’t feel that you’ll need any help! Math Club 1; Glee Club 1; Vigilance 2; Senior History Club 4; Legenda Staff 4. Joan, another lucky possesor of dimples, is one of our loveliest seniors. We’ve heard that Joan loves to sing—particularly when she thinks that no one is listening. Field Day 2; Fieldball 1, 2; Volleyball 1. 2; Basketball 1, 2; Baseball 1. 2; Glee Club 1; German Club 1. 2; French Club 2; Drama Club 2; Photography Club 1; Senior History Club 4; Honor Pass 4; Legenda Staff 4. Irene's motto of being “on the sunny side of the street” is certain to aid her in going forward in the field of her choosing, for with her intelligence and initiative nothing should stand in her way. JOYCE LINEWEBER “Joy” College MARJORIE LUNDBORG “Marge” Business JANET MADEC “Jan” Business Glee Club 3; Vigilance 3, 4; Junior Prom Queen. ‘‘Joy,’’ a prospective nurse, loves dancing and walking in the rain. She has her serious side too. She was crowned Queen” of the Junior Prom, certainly an appropriate title considering her qualities of gentle dignity and pleasantness. Jagat Club 1; Biology. Club 2; Junior Citizen’s Council 3; Senior History Club 4; Legenda Staff 4. We'll not soon forget the flaming red hair and freckles galore that are Marge’s. We’ll picture her in that favorite pose . . . punching the typewriter keys. Our loss is the business world’s gain! Glee Club 1. 2, 3, 4; French Club 1, 2; Senior History Club 4. Here is the Telephone Company’s chance! Her pleasing manner and friendly smile are but two of her numerous “tickets” to happiness. LUCY MAFFIOLI Ln College Senior History Club 4; Basketball; Drama Club; Vigilance; Tiger Twirler. Meet our “class artist.” Lucy really has talent. Seldom seen without her other half, Mary Lu Douton; noted for her hair-do and pierced ears, her friendliness and good nature will capture everyone as they did us. PATRICIA MALLON Pat Business Drama Club 1; Math Club 1; Vice-President 4; Fieldball 1; Basketball 1. Everyone knows Pat by her merry eyes, her dimples, her wonderful sense of humor and ability to mix with any group. She will go a long way in whatever field she chooses . . . our guess is that it will be journalism. May she have all the happiness in the world. SHIRLEY MANCINI “Shirl Business Fieldball 1, 2, 3. 4; Basketball 3. 4; Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Volleyball 1, 2, 3, 4; Varsity 3; Athletic Association; Drama Club 2; Biology Club 2; Vigilance 1, 2; Departmental Honors 1, 2, 3. Shirley has a sparkling sense of humor, loves to laugh, and, we might add, does. She’s easy to know and easy to get along with. Sports are her special interest and she has participated actively in all of them. “Shirl’s” engaging personality has won her many friends and promises even more in future years. EMILY MANWARING “Em College Glee Club 1; French Club 2, 3, 4; Vigilance 2. “Em,” though one of our quieter seniors, is a thinker. Her dry wit affords us many laughs and we feel that her ambition and initiative will lead her far along the road to success. ALICE MARCAURELE “At College Science Club 1. Al’s likes are many, baseball, French, English, and “Katy.” A1 plans to join the army of “women in white,” and with her quiet confident manner she will succeed. HELENE MARELLI Shorty Business Vigilance 1; Biology Club 2; Spanish Club 1, 2; Legenda 4. All good things come in small packages. Look at Helene! Amiable and sweet, Helene has a host of friends and a cordial way with people that will make her an A-l receptionist. JEAN CATHERINE MARTHERS “Jeanie General Science Club 1; Biology Club 2; Glee Club 1; French Club 2, 3; Junior Citizen’s Council 3. 4. Cooking and sewing seem to be two of Jean’s favorite pastimes. She and Joan McDonald are another set of inseparables. Your lively laughter will always keep you on the top, Jeanie. joan McDonald “Joanie” College Glee Club 1; French Club 1, 2. 3; Drama Club 1; Vigilance 2; Senior History Club 4; Junior Citizen’s Council 4; Honor Court 3; Hilltop 2; Junior Prom 3; Volleyball 1, 2, 3; Basketball 2; Departmental Honors 1, 2, 3; Honor Pass 4; Legenda Staff 4. Joan, one of the tallest in the Class, takes an active interest in all that goes on in school. Notice her lovely hair and eyes. BARBARA LEE MATTESON “Bob” “Barbs” College Glee Club 1; Math Club 1; Latin Club 2; Spanish Club 3; Biology Club 1; Better Yet Club Council 2. 3; Basketball 1; Badminton 1, 3; Junior Prom Committee 3; Departmental Honors 1. 3; Legenda Staff 4; Class Secretary 4. “Barbs” has a definite love for Cape Cod and plans to retire there in her old age. She is noted for her smile and sense of humor and is surely slated for much success in the future. PAULA McGINLEY College Class President 1; Drama Club 1, 4; Glee Club 1; Spanish Club 2. 3, 4; Junior Citizen’s Council President 3, 4; Vigilance 2. 3; Hilltop Editor 2; Assistant Hilltop Editor 3; Better Yet Club Council 1; Library Club 1; Legenda Editor 4; Junior Tea Committee; Junior Prom Committee. If there is anyone who possesses the potential attributes to become the first female Presisdent of the U.S., our Paula is that person. GINA MAZZUCA “Teenie” College Jagat Club 1; Senior Math Club 3; Spanish Club 2, 3; Biology Club 2; Library Club 2; Photography Club 2, 3, 4; Assembly Committee 2, 3; Junior Prom Committee 3; Senior History Club 4; Junior Citizen’s Council 4; Legenda 4. Her laugh, her chatter, her expressions of “Oo—dee” and “How cute” all add to the impression of perpetual motion that Gina gives one. “Tennie’s” aims are high, her daring unequalled by many. She’ll make a grand interior decorator. JOANNE METCALF “Jo-jo” Business Math Club 1; Spanish Club 2; Fieldball 1, 2, 3; Basketball 3; Baseball 1, 2. Joanne’s good-natured way of going through life is something to take heed of. Those tiny wrinkles about her eyes are from laughing—may she never have cause to frown. ARLENE MEYER “Candy” General Vigilance 2; Spanish Club 1; Biology Club 2; Senior History Club 4 “Candy cuts the nicest figure in the senior class and it’s no coincidence that she plans to go on into the designing field after leaving these hallowed portals. VIRGINIA DARE MICHELIN “Ginny” General Glee Club 1. 2; Spanish Club 1. 2; Photography Club 1, 2, 3. 4; History Club 1. “Ginny’s lovely hair and pleasant smile are a part of life at school. Her natural grace has helped in her dancing and twirling. Have fun and don’t forget us, “Ginny ! MARILYN MINER “Lynn” College Departmental Honors 1. 2, 3; Vigilance 1; Tiger Twirler 1, 2, 3. Wherever there’s Lynn,” there’s Pat. Her laugh and mischievous grin have proven her one of our fun-loving seniors. “Lynn’s knack for getting in and out of confusing situations is well-known, plus her winning personality. She is certain to come out on top. LORETTA MIRANDA “Rett’ Business French Club 1; Vigilance 2; Class Vice-President 2; Nominating Committee 3; President 4; Assembly Committee 2; Junior Prom Committee. “Rett is our capable class president. She is noted for her streak of stubborness, and sense of humor, both of which should reap a full harvest for her as she sows the seeds to become a secretary. MILDRED MOMM “Chubby” Business Junior Math Club 1; French Club 2; Photography Club 2. 3. 4; Hilltop Reporter 3; Pupil Leader 4; Fieldball 1. 2; Basketball 1; Baseball 1. 2. “Chubby’s sparkling laughter and enthusiastic approach to anything she does, makes her outstanding. She is a staunch Bulk-eley rooter and a mighty good scout. Photography is her hobby. After graduating, she will become a secretary. If she doesn’t marry, she would like to enter the political field with the Presidency as her aim. JEANNE MONAHAN “Curly” Business French Club 1, 2; Glee Club 1; Drama Club 1; Twirling 2. 3; Vigilance 2; Senior History Club 4; Legenda Assistant 4. Jennie's Irish looks and temper match her pert smile and naturally curly hair. A staunch Brooklyn Dodger fan and another prize package of the Business Department, Jeanne gets our big approval and best wishes. ANITA MONTALI “Neet” College EVELYN MONTEITH Evvie” “Lynn” Business DOROTHY MORGAN “Dot tie” Business Vigilance 1, 2; Photography Club 1, 2. 3, 4; Nominating Committee 1; Fieldhall 1, 2. 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Volleyball 1, 2, 3. 4; Baseball 1, 2, 3. 4; Field Day 1, 2, 3, 4; Varsity Baseball 2; Spanish Club 1, 2, 3; Hilltop 2, 3; A.A. President 4. Anita not only is A.A. President, but a staunch supporter of all sports. Photography beckons her! Be seeing you on top, “Neet.” Math Club 1; Glee Club 1; Vigilance 3. “Evvie” is one of the sweetest girls in the class. Her friendtt-ness makes everyone feel at ease. Here’s another girl whose theme song might be considered BILL.” Take good care of him, “Evvie!” French Club 1, 2; Biology Club 2; Vigilance 3, 4; Fieldhall 2; Baseball 2, 3; Legenda Staff 4. “Dottie”, a sincere friend to all who know her, can always be depended upon to help with any number of committees. “Dot's” good nature and quick smile will guarantee a bright and sunny future. FLORABELL NASH “Flo” College Drama Club 1; Glee Club 1; Math Club 1; Spanish Club 1, 2; Choir 2, 3. 4; Legenda Staff 4. “Flo” is perpetually finding something good in everything bad. At the present moment her burning desire is to learn to drive. Beware, motorists! Flo,” if you ever do live in California, save room for us! MARGARET NAUTA “Ducky” Business Basketball; Fieldball; Volleyball; Baseball; Drama Club 1; Junior Prom Committee; Hilltop 3; Senior History Club 4; Legenda Editor 4; Tiger Twirler 1, 2, 3. 4. “Ducky’s” smiling personality and sense of humor have endeared her to us. She is active in all sports, ready to take part in any activity, and her good nature is hard to equal. JOAN O BRIEN “Obbie” Business Volleyball 2, 3, 4; Fieldball 3. 4; Junior Citizen's Council 4; Senior History Club 4; Departmental Honors 2, 3, 4; Hilltop 3; Honor Pass 4; Legenda Editor 4; Tiger Twirler 1, 2, 3, 4. We can always count on Joan for up-to-date information on the latest doings in sports. Her dependability is something we should all like to have. To be a secretary is her ambition. No doubt she will be capable and successful. ANN O’CONNELL General Glee Club 1; Biology Club 2; Photography Club 1; Legenda 4. Anne,” one of our most agreeable seniors, has a way of making friends. We’ve loved knowing you, and working with you has been a real treat, “Anne.” ANNE O’CONNOR “Annie “Oke” College Vigilance 1. 2; French Club 3. 4; Drama Club 1; Volleyball 2; Badminton 2; Legenda Staff 4. Here’s another set of laughing Irish eyes! Fun-loving and carefree in her manner, she really enjoys life. “Oke” is the object of much teasing about her ‘‘fickle eye.” Whatever the future holds, she will meet with a smile. GERALDINE OLBRYS “Gerry” College Fieldball; Basketball; Baseball; Volleyball; Math Club; Glee Club 2. 3, 4; Spanish Club 2. 3; Latin Club 3; Biology Club; Departmental Honors 1, 2, 3. Here’s another of our seniors with an itching foot who wants to travel. At any rate, she shouldn’t have any trouble in making her future. Best of luck, “Gerry,” you’re a grand girl! DORIS ONUPARIK “Dot” Business JUDITH PARKER “Judy” General MELVA PATTERSON “Pat” General Fieldball; Glee Club; Math Club; Science Club 1; French Club; Biology Club 2; Senior History Club 4. Doris is one of our air-minded seniors who covets a position as airline hostess. Certainly with her quiet serenity and sunny spirit, “Dot” will have only the best in Math Club 1; German Club 2, 3; Senior History Club 4. We're always ready to listen to “Judy's” story of her latest out-of-town jaunt. Her earnest pursuit of studies and in particular, her love for reading, should help her immensely in the years to come. French Club 1, 2; Biology Club 2; Vigilance 3, 4; Fieldball 1, 2; Baseball 1, 2; Glee Club 1. 2. Melva is just a wee HP bit of everything . . . sugar, spice, everything nice! Sometimes we can just barely see her—but we always know she’s around, rooting and tooting for the senior class! life. FLORENCE PEARSON “Flo” “Flossie” Business Band 1; Orchestra 1, 2; Photography Club 2; Vigilance 3; Junior Citizen’s Council 3, 4. “Flo,” voted “Most Domestic” is versatile indeed. Her love of dancing, traveling, and general good times make her one grand person. Those big blue eyes can seem as innocent as the day is long, but look closely. There's a mischievous twinkle hiding within. Loads of luck, “Flossie.” JANE PIERCE “Janie” College Class Vice-President 1; Vigilance; Better Yet Club Council 2, 4; Nominating Committee 1, 3; Fieldball 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2; Volleyball 1, 2, 3; Field Day 2, 3; Chief Justice Honor Court 4; Spanish Club 2; Junior Citizen’s Council 3; Tiger Twirler 1, 2, 3, 4. “Janie” is the smart-looking lassie who leads the Bulkeley band. Not only is she a high-stepper in that way, but athletically and socially too. We’re proud of “Janie”! PHYLLIS PECK “Peckie” College Biology Club 2; Glee Club 1; Nominating Committee 2; Junior Citizen’s Council 3, 4; Legenda Assistant 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3; Fieldball 1. “Peckie,” who can talk anyone down, prides herself on her pet possession—her “bangs” and her interest in sports. This young lady, with nursing as her ambition, has a peppy outlook on life — we’re cheering for you, Peckie”! DOLORES PISCATELLA General Senior History Club 4; French 3. A transfer from Tech in her junior year, Dolores soon became a part of the class. Her yearning for the big city” will be realized when she enters nurses’ training school in New York in the near future. MARY ELLEN PENELL “Penny” College Departmental Honors 1; Glee Club 1; French Club 1, 2; Jagat Club 1; Biology Club 2; Library Club 2, 3, 4; Junior Prom Committee; Vigilance 3; Pupil Leader 3. Even though “Penny” doesn’t like her striking red hair or the blushing that accompanies it, we’re fully convinced there’s no better combination. She’s the most cooperative girl around. Here’s to the “High Flying” you plan to do, “Penny.” SHIRLEY PORTER “Bunny” General Jagat Club 1; French Club. Shirley is noted for her lovely jewelry and her love of rollerskating. She never misses a good time, yet always has her work done. IRENE PREFONTAINE “Rente” General Glee Club. “Renie”, an import to us from Tech, loves her typing! She has an ambition to do a lot of traveling. May the “potential Gulliver” of our class always have the nicest of everything. JACQUELINE RICHARDS “Jackie General Tiger Twirler 1, 2, 3; Volleyball 2. “Jackie” left us in her Junior year for New Jersey, but it seems she just couldn’t resist us, and she's back again. We're mighty pleased, too, for she brightens up any classroom! Full of life, peppy and ready for fun, “Jackie” has many friends and is sure to make many more. JUSTINE RIORDAN “Jet” General Glee Club 1; Photography Club 2; Projection Club 2; Junior Tea 3; Spanish Club 4; Senior History Club 4. If you don’t want to miss a good model, Mr. Powers, watch out! A certain male vocalist, well-known in these parts, might take over. “Jet” has a promising future ahead. We hope that the “music never stops.” LILLIAN ROATH “Lil General Orchestra 1, 2. 3, 4; Glee Club 1. Lillian has always wanted to be a missionary. We know that with her readiness to serve, she will do much to enlighten the people among whom she works. She is one of the most sincere girls in our class. Her application of the golden rule is to be emulated. JOAN RUBIN “Joanie” College Glee Club 1; Choir 2; Drama Club 1, 2, 3; Latin Club 1, 2, 3; French Club 1, 2, 3; Senior Math Club 2; Editor-in-Chief of Hilltop 2, 3; Junior Citizen’s Council 3, 4; United States Student Assembly 3; Senior History Club 4; Field ball 1; Informal Dance Committee 1; Junior Tea 3; Junior Prom Committee 3; Departmental Honors 1, 2, 3, 4; Honor Pass 1, 2, 3; Editor-in-Chief of Legenda 4. Always well-informed, she is ready at all times for a lively discussion. She is truly the marvel of the class. CHARLOTTE RYAN General Glee Club 1, 2; French Club 2; Senior History Club 4. Charlotte’s interests are in the beautician’s field. As for her favorite pastimes, going to the movies and taking part in athletics head her list. SALLY RYAN “Sal College Spanish Club 3, 4; Photography Club 1, 2; Junior Tea Committee 3; Departmental Honors 2, 3. An innate curiosity and a desire to learn just about all there is to know, have made Sal” our ‘ Why?” girl. Her sense of humor and her readiness to listen to all sorts of problems have made many friends for her. ELIZABETH SCHROEDER “Betty College Math Club 1; Glee Club 1; Vigilance 2, 3; Art Service Club 2; Biology Club 2; German Club 2, 3; Senior History Club 4; Better Yet Club 2; Fashion Show 3; Departmental Honors 1, 2, 3; Tiger Twirler 1, 2, 3, 4; Legenda Staff 4. No one but their closest friends can tell the twins apart and we wonder if the ones who claim they can, are not just kidding us. “Betty” intends to be an interior decorator and we think that she will do well. MARY ALICE SAMPSON “Sammy Business Vigilance 1, 2, 3; Basketball 1, 2; Junior Citizens' Council; Science Club 1. Mary, known for her ability to get along with everyone, always neat in appearance, and possessing a wardrobe any girl would envy, desires to go to Business College and some day be a buyer. With your genial ways, Mary, success is certain. MYRTLE SCHROEDER “Myrt College Jagat Club 1; Glee Club 1; Better Yet Club 2; Latin Club 2; Biology Club 2; Vigilance 1; Senior History Club 4; Departmental Honors 1, 2, 3, 4; Honor Pass 3; Legenda 4. Here’s the other half of the twins, and we “think” it’s Myrtle. They are not going to continue along the same lines, as Myrt” is going to be a “woman in white”. They’ll always be remembered for the consternation they caused both students and faculty, and for their fine friendship. GLADYS SAUNDERS “Laddy Business Departmental Honors 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 1; Jagat Club 1; Biology Club 2; French Club 2; Vigilance 2, 3; Senior History Club 4; Junior Tea Committee 3; Legenda Assistant 4. “Laddy” possesses that certain friendly spirit which has endeared her to all of us. How we love her dependability and calm self-assurance! Always count on “Laddy” for a helping hand. GLORIA SCHWEID “Glo College Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4; Drum major 1, 2, 3.. 4; Choir 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 1; Jagat Club 1; Latin Club 1, 2; Drama Club 1, 2, 3, 4; French Club 2, 3; Hilltop 2; Field Ball 2; Baseball 2; Basketball 2; United States Student Assembly 3; J.C.C. 3; Senior Math Club 2; Junior Prom 3; Junior Tea 3; Music Festival 2, 3, 4; Honor Pass 1, 2, 3, 4. Her interest in everything about her, and her readiness to smile are but two of the wonderful traits that are Gloria. JANET SCOTT “Jan College SYLVIA SELTZER “Sil College VIRGINIA SENSION “Ginny College Drama Club 1; Legenda Staff 4. The charm of W.M.I. has a firm hold on “Jan”, for after leaving us in her second year, she came back again as a Senior. She’s a happy person, and a wonderful mixer. Remember us when you’re old and gray! Science Club 1; Latin Club; Biology Club 2; French Club 1, 2. “Oops, forgot to do it” says “Sil”, whose laugh is considered to be one of her most outstanding characteristics. Among her pet likes are movies, reading, and dancing, all to be added to a college schedule. French Club 1, 2, 3; Latin Club 3, 4; Math Club 1; Fieldball 1, 2; Basketball 1, 3. 4; Baseball 3; Tennis 4; Field Day 1, 2; Class President 3; Departmental Honors 1, 2. 3, 4; Honor Pass 1, 2, 3, 4; Copy Editor Legenda 4. “Ginny”, who has the “wanderlust” in her, because she was born in India, is noted for her brilliant scholastic record. She will always succeed in whatever she undertakes. HELEN SHAKIR “Gypsy Business MILDRED CLARE SHARP “Millie” “Butch Business BARBARA SIGURDSEN “Sigie” College Science Club 1; French Club 1; Biology Club 2. Everybody notices Helen’s lovely eyes, her sense of humor, and her lovable ways. She wants to specialize in super deluxe hair styling. May you always stay the way you are now, Helen. Better Yet Club 1; Projection Club 1; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Orchestra 1. 2, 3, 4 ; Choir 2, 3. 4; Spanish Club 2, 3; Vigilance 3; Volleyball 2; Music Editor Legenda 4. “Millie”, with her lovely blonde hair and her happy, friendly manner, is one of the outstanding girls of the class. She may some day look at you from the cover of a magazine . . . her ambition. “Sigie’s” lovely complexion and blonde hair are a pleasant sight about school and her smile will be missed by all. Perhaps some day “Sigie” will have her own air-transport line. Here’s luck! Bon voyage! Math Club 1; Science Club 1; Biology Club 2; Sub-Freshman Day Committee 2; Senior History Club 4. Here's a girl who is still in love with Boston, her home town. However. during the time she has spent at she has entered into everything with real zest and spirit. Vigilance 3; Nominating Committee 2; Drama Club 1; Photography Club 1; Legenda Staff 4. Pat’s super personality plus, has made friends galore. Everybody knows those blonde curls and sweet mannerisms. Good luck and may the future fulfill all your dreams, our own loveable Pat”! Math Club 1; French Club 1; Vigilance 2; Senior History Club 4. Shirley is one of the class wits. Another member of the famous “D-D’s , Snuffy never fails, to see the sunny side of the street, and to be on it. NORMA SPRINGS “Norm College BETTY STOCKMAN “Betts LOIS STRICKLAND “Sporty College Math Club 1; Biology Club 2; Glee Club 2. 3; Vigilance 2; Senior History Club 4; Departmental Honors 3. Norm” is another one who plans to enter nursing. Her ready smile and pleasant word will help her to achieve what she desires in life. Senior History Club 4. This is Betts’ first year at W.M.I., and she has already been voted the class red-head. Since Betts intends to become a missionary. perhaps she and Lillian Roath will meet in some far off place. Science Club 1; Photography Club 1; Projection Club 1; Spanish Club 3. 4; Vigilance 2; Better Yet Club 3; Orchestra 2, 3, 4; Band 2, 3, 4. “Sporty is one of those girls who can laugh at any joke, no matter how bad it may be. Her ability to join any activity has made a very definite place for her in all class affairs. Good luck, to you! BARBARA SULLIVAN “Sully College Math Club 1; French Club 1. 2; Library Club 1. 2, 3; Glee Club 1, 2; Biology Club 2; Spanish Club 3; Senior Math Club 3; Vigilance 3; Junior Citizens’ Council 3, 4; Senior History Club 4; Departmental Honors 1, 3. Barbara has what is commnoly known as the “humanitarian spirit.” She plans to become a social worker and has as her ideal, Sister Kenny. With her sweet and gentle ways, “Sully” should accomplish all that she sets out to do. JEANETTE SWEENEY “Jan “Deacon General Glee Club 2; French Club 1. 2; Biology Club 2; Senior History Club 4; Junior Citizens’ Council 3; Spanish Club 4; Fieldball 1, 3; Legenda Staff 4. Her middle name might be “twinkle-toes” for her love of dancing and her skill in this art is known to all. We wish you all the luck in the world. Jan. JANET TAYLOR “Jan Vigilance 3; Senior History Club 4 Quiet and serene, “Jan” seems admirably suited for a secretary, and as for the lighter side, dancing and bowling are her particular loves. Be sure to keep in touch with us. Jan”. DOROTHY THURBER “Dot College Glee Club 1; Science Club 1; Latin Club 1. 2, 3; Spanish Club 2, 3. 4; Vigilance 2; Class Vice-President 3; Legenda Staff 4. “Dot's” seemingly sober countenance fools us all. Her sudden smile and quick laugh, to say nothing of her understanding nature, all combine to make her one of the nicest girls in the class. ADELE VALENTINI “Del Business Spanish Club 1. 2; Biology Club 2; Vigilance 3; Glee Club 1; Senior History Club 4. Adele, one of the sweetest girls in the senior class, knows how to be nice to everyone, and her kindness makes her well-liked and good company. She has high hopes of becoming a receptionist. Here’s a girl worthy of the very best of everything. MARY VERHAGEN General Biology Club 3; Volleyball 3; Senior History Club 4. Mary is our laugh-meter! Her perpetual good humor and sunny countenance do much to perk up a Gloomy Gus.” Mary’s genuine interest in everyone has made her one of the best liked in the class. JEAN VOSE Jconnie General Vigilance 1, 2. 3; Science Club 1; Nominating Committee. A happy-go-lucky outlook on life and an unusual ability to make subtly clever remarks, makes Jean one of the most popular girls in the class. We’re sure that she will some day find that “pot-o-gold” she deserves, at the end of the rainbow. JOYCE WILSON “Joy tie College Glee Club 1; Math Club 1; Senior History Club 4; Legenda 4. Jean and Joyce—an inseparable twosome—provide many a laugh with their wit. Joyce is headed for Junior College and then wants to be an interior decorator. Her artistic ability is very well known and we are sure she’ll have no trouble whatsoever. GLORIA WILINSKI Willie” College Better Yet Club 1; Orchestra 1, 2, 3. 4; French Club 1, 2, 3. 4; Latin Club 2, 3; Hilltop 2. 3; Nominating Committee 2; Honor Pass 1, 2; Departmental Honors 1. 2, 3. 4; Legenda Adevertising Manager 4. “Willie’s” lovely clothes do not overshadow her fine mind and varied interests. Gloria is not only an accomplished violinist, but also a pianist. We feel that she will go far in the world. JOANN WOLFE “Jo” “Stretch College Better Yet Club 3, President 4; Athletic Association, Business Manager 2; Spanish Club 2. 3, 4; French Club 3, 4; Junior Prom Committee 3; Junior Tea Committee 3; Vigilance 1; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1. 2. 3. 4; Fieldball 1. 2. 3, 4; Volleyball 1, 2. 3. 4; Badminton 1. 2, 3, 4; Field Day 2, 3, 4; Honor Pass 1, 3. 4; Departmental Honors 1, 2, 3, 4. Popular “Jo” never loses that “Ipana” smile. Her prowess in sports is celebrated, and she is our nominee for “All-round Girl.” We know that Joanne will be a big success. DORIS WILLIAMS Dot lie “Twinkles Business Math Club 1; Glee Club 1. Since she originally came from way down in Virginia. Doris still remains a “rebel” at heart. (Southern gentlemen, takes note of this fact!) She loves to dance and is adept at imitating people. Have fun and be sure to keep that sunny nature! ALBERTA WRIGHT “Bert College Honor Pass 1. 2, 3, 4; Honor Court 2; Latin Club 1. 2, 3; Spanish Club 3, 4; Junior Prom Committee 3; Hilltop 2, 3; Business Manager of Legenda 4. “Bert’s” “sense and sensibility” are enhanced by her lovely appearance and enjoyment of a good laugh. Her future seems to lie in the field of radio, and we wish her all the things that she may want. She’s bound to succeed. ALICE YUHAS Business Though one of the quieter girls in the class, Alice has quite a merry twinkle in her eye. We know her love for dancing and music keep her well-occupied when she’s not studying. Stay as sweet as you are. SOPHIA ZIEZIULEWICZ “Soph College Honor Pass 1, 2, 3, 4; Better Yet Club 2, 3; French Club 1, 2, 3; Fieldball 1; Glee Club 1. We think of her as the girl in the class with the loveliest hair. Sophie is also one of the most popular. Her dry wit and natural ability to get ahead have proven her to be another of those well equipped girls. Be sure to stay just as you are! Treasurer.................Janet Crandall Honor Court .... Barbara Eskridge Mabel Graves, Barbara Johnson 3f it tt i o r iFresfyman (HlaBB (Elass nf 1U49 Ahleman, Phyllis Corcoran. Nancy Hall. Lillian McClave, Jacqueline Rice, Lillian Affeldt, Anne Covino, Mary Hancock. Nancy McConnell. Helen Roche, Ann Alter, Gladys Creem, Ellen Hansen. Joann McDade, Freda Ruggieri, Marie Amanti, Antoinette Cuddy, Patricia Hansen, Virginia Mileski, Victoria Russell, Lillian Apicelli, Betty Ann Cuff, Edith Harrington, Irene Miller, Ruth Sadinsky, Joanne Ashburn. Shirley Deligeorges, Aspasea Hayes, Elaine Miner, Mary Satti. Eleanor Baine, Lorraine Desrosier, Doris Hill. Helen Jane Mondelci, Norma Saxton, Joyce Becker, Barbara Diamond, Adele Johnson, Anita Morgan, Jean St. Peter, Myrna Beebe. Eleanor Dick. Janet Jordan, Dorothy Moylan, Margaret Santangelo. Louise Beebe, Jane Dickinson, Margaret Jordan, Pauline Mullen, Elizabeth Santangelo. Mary Bendfeldt Betty Ann Dixon, Cynthia Keeney, Edith Mulvey Joanne Seabury, Dorothy Berdukos, Penelope Donnel, Conaire Kelly, Katherine Nelson, Dorothy Sefcik, Irene Bernier, Dorothy Dorr, Virginia Kelly, Phyllis Nestor, Fotini Serber, Barbara Bibik, Claire Dreifuss, Alice Kelso, Winifred Neville, Frances Shumway, Sonia Bonelli, Madeline Eccleston, Althea Keoughan, Virginia Nichols, Despina Smith. Joyce Bornman. Patricia Eisenstein, Harriet Kiritsis, Helen O’Byrne, Sheila Staub, Marcia Bowling, Virginia Falconer, Janet LeBlanc, Jean Parisi, Rose Sullivan. Marie Bray, Ruth Fanjoy, Billie Leister, Jean Patenaude. Pauline Suscello, Rosemarie Brooks, Eleanor Faulkner, Marilyn LeZarde, Renee Perry, Lorena Swinney, Ellen Bruton, Sally Federman. Constance Linda, Stella Pescatello, Frances Sylvia. Frances Burgess. Joyce Feeley, Catherine Lindeberg, Virginia Piscatella, Dolores Syracuse, Dolores Camillucci, Beverly Ferro, Ann Lineweber, Grace Poirier, Annette Thall, Patricia Canty. Patricia Flaherty. Mary Zita Lipsitch, Brenda Pond, Marjorie Thaller, Nancy Carnaroli, Priscilla French, Helen Locantore, Hyacinth Poulios, Cleopatra Thompson, Jean Carney, Nancy Gaines, Barbara Losacano. Gloria Prentis, Mary Lee Traggis. Irene Carradori, Alma Goldstein, Selma Lucas, Joan Prosser, Noreen Traystman, Vivian Cascio, Margaret Golumbic, Cynthia Lyden, Veronica Pugsley, Margaret Tsesmelis, Barbara Catogas, Jennie Gomes, Christine MacDougall, Jean Quimby, Gloria Vescovi, Stella Chapman, Anne Gonzales, Gladys Mackay, Jessie Radzinowicz, Irene Wainwright, Nancy Chew, Betty Good, Barbara Maicki, Eleanor Raub, Nancy Wasick, Rosemarie Clark, Marilyn Gossett, Claire Marlowe, Mary Recine. Joan Watrous, Esther Coffey, Catherine Gottlieb, Gloria Mather, Dorothy Reeves, Veronica Yavener, Lenore Coleman, Mildred Grower, Sydelle McCarthy, Lois Ribaudo, Lucy Zabilsky, Mae Lou Congdon, Nancy Zaradnik, Jean (EU00 nf 105U Alger, Margaret Burke, Elizabeth Diamantini. Gilda Groebel, Mary Lancello, Norma Atchales, Alice Burnett, Louise Donohue, Sheila Elizabeth Larson, Doris Baldwin, Gracie-Gail Butlin, Edna Donovan, Mary Hancock, Pamela Laury, Louise Balentine, Constance Cahey, Ruth Douglas, Virginia Herndon, Rita Lavin, Elaine Ballestrini, Jacqueline Cavanaugh, Mary Dowling. Mary Louise Hodge, Diana Lawrence, Dorothy Barnett, Carole Chandler, Marjorie Eldridge, Edith Hohn, Norma Lesser, Arlene Barone, Eleanor J. Chilcote, Delores Elenowitz, Faith Howard, Ethelyn Litinsky, Marilyn Barone, Eleanor M. Churchill. Janet Entwistle, Doris Hunt, Catherine E. Lyden, Margaret Belden, Ann Clark, Barbara Ersoff, Roselyn Hunt, Catherine S. Maben, Evelyn Beran, Constance Clesowich, Anna Ferrigno, Barbara James, Theodora May, Gloria Bernstein. Margot Cluny, Joan Fisk, Margaret Jillson. Marilyn McCarthy, Catherine Bibik, Stephanie Coffey, Barbara Flanagan. Kathleen Johansen, Dorothy McClernon, Lois Bill. Bernice Cooper, Geraldine Foley, Ann Kalogine, Zoe McCraw, Jane Bishop, Dolores Coppola, Gladys Follett, Marilyn Katz, Esther McEwen, Connie Blanchard. Norma Cote, Joyce Franklin. Annette Keating, Ellen McGlosson, Marjorie Blinn, Betty Cruickshank, Alora Freeman, June Kiritsis, Athena McGrath. Arlene Bogas, Dorothy Davidson, Elizabeth Giordano, Angela Koss, Jeanne McNeil. Irene Boyle. Katherine Davis, Mary Goldberg, Rosalyn Kozlin, Rose Michalowski, Bromley, Annie Dearden, Anita Gordon, Virginia Labenski, Carol Bernadine Browne, Katrina Deason, Beatrice Gorra, Joan Lake, Lois Mills, LaVerene 44 Moran, Eileen Moran. Elinor Morgan, Cornelia Morris, Lillian Morsicato, Geraldine Neilan, Sheila Niskanen, Elizabeth O’Brien, Marion O’Connor, Geraldine Pappas, Panagiota Patterson, Constance Peabody, Sarah Phillips, Barbara Pollock, Helen Pond, Helen Ponedel, Anna Ricatta, Josephine Riordan, Margaret Roderick, Stella Rogers, Patricia Round, Ann Rouse, Lee Ryan, Mary St. Germain, Elizabeth Santer, Reva Satti, Donna M. Savin, Ruth Sawyer, CaroLOwen Schroeder, Joan Scripelliti, Marion Scully, Mary Sension, Mary Jane Sharlif, Geraldine Sharaf, Joan Shea, Lorna Sheehan, Eleanor Sherlock, Virgnia Silva, Frances Silva, Joan Smith, Catherine Smith. Harriet Sprenger, Carol Stanley, Barbara Stepp, Elizabeth Stone, Nancy Strosberg, Ann Swe et, Ann Tadlock, Betty Jo Tallevi, Constance Thilburg, Alice Thornton, Marilyn Thurber, Rita (£lafis of 1951 Traub, Shoshana Truitt, Marilyn Tudica, Marie Syrseck .♦Eileen tz, Lucille Vine, Virginia Vocalina, Concetta Watrous, Loraine Wheeler, Louise Wood, Sydney Zaslow, Marian Mary Ann Zieziulewicz, Appelbaum, Rosemarie Ashburn, Dorothy Austin, Amy Baborsky, Helen Baldwin. Linda Baldwin, Patricia Baquero, Susan Barbour, Patricia Bartley, Annamae Beebe, Virginia Bernstein, Barbara Blake, Myra Blatchford, Barbara Blanchard, Mary Bordeau, Elaine Bourrie, Eleanor Bowling, Anita Breen, Patricia Brochu, Suzanne Broman, Marlene Bromley, Roberta Brooks, Jancie Brown, Rita Bryden, Harley Buckley, Patricia Burdick, Georgiana Bushey, Bernadette Carlson, Doris Cherrick, Arline Christopherson, Eleanor Clearly, Jean Cluny, Ella Jane Collins, Jean Cook, Nancy Cooper, Norrine Corcoran Sheila Coughlin, Lorraine Crooks, Marilyn Cruickshank, Paula Culpepper, Ruth Damico, Elaine D’Angelo, Elizabeth Daniels, Dorothy Davis, June Day, Shirley Dayton, Eleanor Dean, Marilyn DeMarco, Lorraine Deveau, Betty Ann Devine, Georgia DeWolfe, Marilyn DiMaggio, Rosemary Dixon, Martha Dorman, Una Downes, Noreen Dreyfus, Margot Dunning, Elsbeth Elfenbein, Betsy Entwistle, Janice Fabbri, Linda Filosi, Marie Arlene Finch, Jean Fisher, Margaret Flaherty, Joan Fleming, Barbara Geer, Margaret Generos, Irene Gensburg, Phyllis Gillett, Jeanne Goldstein, Janice Gordon, Marilyn Hanley, Mary Harris, Kathryn Harris, Muriel Herman, Alice Herren, Beverly Hiscox, Elizabeth Impellitteri, Beverly Impellitteri, Lena Iorlano, Roseanna Jennings, Mary Lou Jennings, Therese Jorgensen, Edna Kelly, Margaret Kenerson, Jean Kiely, Barbara Killeen, Carol Lacharite, Anita Lachman, Anne Lake, Bernice Lake, Patricia Lawton, Suzanne Lee, Joan Locantore, Lucy Longo, Sandra MacLellan, Florence MacLean, Virginia Maicki, Regina Manos, Lucretia Marquette, Nancy Massad, Joan Mattosky, Marianne May, Barbara McCarthy, Barbara McClarren, Carol McClernon, Marilyn McDonald, Sarah McFee, Faye McGarry, Leila McIntosh, Joan McPhail, Barbara McPherson, Mary Meade, Janet Meloney, Joyce Messner. Gloria Miles, Mercedes Milligan, Phyllis Morris, Lillian O’Brien, Catherine O'Connor, Ruth Olson, Barbara O’Shea, Maureen Paczowski, Evelyn Peck, Anne Perkins. Peggy Perkowski, Enid Phillips, Patricia Pickowitz, Florence Pierce, Dorothy Podeszwa, Henrietta Poirier, Irene Porter, Beverly Poulios, Athena Pugsley, Ruth Ransom, Thomasina Reeves, Constance Richards, Mary Lou Rissler, Sue Roche, Eileen Rose, Gayle Salvatore, Doris Santaccoce, Louise Santoro, Caroline Schlough, Sadye Schweppe, Dolores Scott, Marion Secchiaroli. Armanda Seymour, Priscilla Shea, Mary Ann Sheflott, Sally Shepatin, Marjorie Sherman, Barbara Silverstein, Beverly Smith. Betty Lou Smith, Jean Smith, Joan Smith. Margaret Southard. Loretta Stanley, Ethelyn Sullivan, Annabelle Sullivan. Sheila Surdo, Josephine Talmadge, Eetty Tetreault, Beverly Toohev, Fay Traggis, Katherine Turello, Patricia Walter, Gladys Watrous, Dorothy West, Jane Wiech, Dorothy Winters, Celia CLASS OF 1949 CLASS OF 1950 President . . Beverly Camillucci President Eleanor J. Barone Vice-President . . Jean MacDougall Vice-President Ellen Keating Secretary . . . . Margaret Moylan Secretary . Dorothy Lawrence Treasurer . . . . Jean Thompson Treasurer .... Mary Jane Sension Honor Court Catherine Coffey, Mary Marlowe Honor Court . . . Alice Thilberg 45 46 IHufunt (Souprnmrttt Better Yet Club “We, the people— Upon entering every student auto- matically becomes a member of the Better Yet Club which is the student governing body. Divided into three departments, the Better Yet Club strives to promote better citizenship both in and out of school, to fit its members for life in society when they leave school and to make themselves, as well “Better Yet. President ..... Faculty Adviser .... Better Yet Club Council “The council has decided—” The Better Yet Club Council acts as the House of Representatives. Made up of one representative from each homeroom, it discusses and acts on various school problems. Student opinion on these problems is discovered in homeroom discussions led by the council representatives. The council sponsors such drives as helping the needy at Thanksgiving and Christmas. . . . . . Joann Wolfe , . . . Natalie P. Swift Honor Court “Next case, please! The Honor Court is the judiciary department of our student government. To this department is given the power to try all students who have violated the school laws. The Honor Court imposes just punishments which are subject to the approval of the principal and the faculty adviser. Chief Justice Jane Pierce Faculty Adviser Mrs. Mary D. Lee Vigilance Department “No (liking in the hallway!” (5th and 6th periods) The Vigilance Department takes care of enforcing the laws of the school. Easily distinguished by their familiar blue and white arm bands, members supervise the students' use of the campus and cafeteria, and help direct traffic between classes. Some members act as office messengers. Vigilance Chairman . . Myrtle Schroeder Faculty Adviser . Miss Elizabeth Waterman Athletic Association The Athletic Association, one of the oldest organizations of the school, has played an important part at W.M.I. The purpose of the A.A. is not only to encourage girls to participate in a variety of sports, but to promote sportsmanship and school spirit as well. Upon entering W.M.I. all students automatically become members of the A.A. and have the privilege of taking part in all sports and becoming eligible for different awards. The A.A. officers took .their first step in a more social direction these past years, when it sponsored teen age dances for servicemen at the local U.S.O.'s and various training centers. President.....................Anita Montali Faculty Adviser . . Miss Clara Polinsky Photography Club Watch the birdie The Photography Club is an activity club open to all students. The group sponsors the taking of photographs at dances and Legen-da candids at school. Each spring some members enter a national contest and arrange for an exhibit. Printing personalized Christmas cards and other holiday greetings is a popular part of the program. President................Despina Nichols Faculty Adviser . . Miss E. Mildred Abbott Projection Club Lights out” The Projection Club is a service organization to assist any class, club or assembly program. Every student is eligible to be trained to show any illustrative material as a part of our audio-visual education. President . . Dorothy Jordan Faculty Adviser Miss E. Mildred Abbott Biology Club One project for the year is to bring to the biology laboratory living specimens from out of doors for aquaria and insect cages. In the spring we hope to revive the pre-war effort to landscape the school grounds by studying the soil and choosing appropriate trees and shrubs for planting. The club is always glad to assist in providing Thanksgiving and Christmas cheer for others. An outside speaker on a scientific subject, a Valentine party, and trips to places of biological interest are on the agenda. President...........................Joan Silva Faculty Adviser . . . Miss Marion Earle Junior Citizen's Council Tomorrow's Citizens The Junior Citizen's Council is a discussion club open to all Seniors and Juniors who are interested in current civic problems. The council sponsors an inter-school forum program, arranges panel discussions and speakers meetings. In the spring the Junior Citizen's Council conducts the school elections. In this way the members get practical experience in voting procedure. An informal Valentine dance is held in February and an outdoor party in May. President.....................Paula McGinley Faculty Adviser . . Mrs. Katherine Vargas Senior History Club An enlightened public To try to understand the problems of Democracy and to widen the members' knowledge of the economic, social, and political aspects of their state and local governments —thus reads the constitution of the Senior History Club. Trips to the State Farm, Police Station, County Jail, and Hartford to visit the Legislature in session, are among the many field trips taken by the members. President..................Rita Giampetro Faculty Adviser .... Mrs. Mary D. Lee Permanent Informal Dance Committee Since the informal dances are open to all classes, each class has an opportunity to choose its representative to serve on the Permanent Informal Dance Committee. This group supervises other committees which do the necessary ground work to make our school dances run smoothly and efficiently. The girl who collects your money, the patient vigilante at the exits, the helpful girls who guard your coats, are all under the expert supervision of the committee chairmen. The permanent committee fuunctions for nent committee functions for each Informal Dance sponsored by any school club or organization. Faculty Advisers Mrs. Katherine B. Vargas, Miss Janice Wightman Las Alegres Senoritas Saludas Amigos The Christmas Party of the Spanish Club, held in January in keeping with the Spanish custom of celebrating Christmas on January sixth, is one of the most anxiously awaited affairs of the club's social programs. Readings and games are enjoyed by all. President...............Janet Scott Faculty Advisers Miss Dorothy Page, Miss Elizabeth Waterman Sorores Togatae Optima deligamus The real round of activities of the Latin Club starts us usual with the Christmas party to celebrate the feast of the Saturnalia. Between this gala time and a jolly picnic in June other informal meetings give the students and teachers opportunity to know each other better as well as to become acquainted with the various phases of classical study for which class time is inadequate. In the words of Virgil we are sure that sometime it will give us pleasure to remember these things. President............Billie Fan joy Faculty Advisers Mrs. Elizabeth D. MacAdams, Miss Elizabeth Waterman Le Cercle Francois i Au Besoin on Connait L'Ami Pan! Pan! Pan! The curtain rises on the activities of Le Cercle Francais. As we play a role in “Cupidon, Dent-iste, enjoy with Guignol his perpetual fight with l’agent de police, or watch the bourree danced by girls in the picturesque costumes of la Bretagne. we imagine for a moment that we are really jeunes filles francaises in this little corner of France which we have created for ourselves at W.M.I. But in all of our fun we cannot for a moment forget Christiane and Huguette, our two adopted children in France. Their appreciative letters to their dear godmothers have made us realize how great is their need. With them to say, Vive l'Amerique! Vive la France! Presidente..........Conaire Donnel Directrices Miss Josephine Mansfield, Miss Natalie Swift Der Deutsche Verein Wie geht's? Sehr gut,” antworten alle Mitglieder des deutschen Vereins. “Lass uns sing-end und tanzen und durch Freude lernen.” Thus do the members of the German Club enjoy delving into the mysteries of a foreign tongue and learning about the people who speak it. Through literary and musical programs featuring especially folk songs and folk dancing, they become familiar with the culture and traditions of the German people. Auf Wiedersehen, Seniors und Gluckauf! President . . . Mary Lee Prentis Faculty Adviser Miss Dorothy Page Library Club The Library Club is composed of a group of girls who are interested in library work or perhaps a library career. Their program meetings are interesting and varied. An annual picnic is held. A book exhibit is arranged every year during Book Week. The girls enjoy assisting in the library work during their study periods. President.................Jean Brown Faculty Adviser . Mrs. Alice Hjortland Senior Math Club If equals be added to equals, results are equal. Any student who has successfully passed one year of Algebra is eligible for membership in the Senior Math Club. Unusual problems are solved, mathematical tricks are worked out, and occasionally there are guest speakers. President . . Mary Ann Ziezeulewicz Faculty Advisers Miss Jean Watson, Mrs. Susan C. Strahn Art Service Club The school Art Service Club does just what its name implies. The club performs services for the school along the artistic lines. The girls have all had at least one year of art which makes them capable of handling the many jobs that come along. For instance, one contribution was the attractive Senior bulletin boards. The members also find time to do work for the Red Cross and other public agencies. When the demands for their services have been filled, the members use the meetings to better themselves doing outdoor painting and portraiture. The posters, signs, Christmas decoration and forum place cards are just a few of the many little services performed for the school by the Art Service Club. Hilltop Freedom of speech The voice of the student! Here W.M.I.’s creative geniuses and politically-minded students sound off, to quote the editorial page title! Hilltop affords opportunity for the future writer to exercise her literary abilities. A thriving, energetic department of Hilltop, W.M.I. Thinks,” voice the student’s opinion as to what's going on in the nation and the world. Editor-in-Chief............................................Barbara Good Editor of Thinks”.....................................Jean Leister Faculty Advisers . . . Miss Mary Lewis, Mrs. Katherine B. Vargas Fieldball The whistle blows! Junior center forward advances three steps and throws the ball into the Senior territory. It is recovered by one of the two Senior fullbacks who throws it to the right halfback, left half-back and across the line to the five anxiously awaiting forwards. With short, quick side passes and good team work, the Senior and Junior teams play an active game which puts them in good spirits, win or lose. Scores of 1947-1947 Fieldball Seniors........9 Sophomores . . 5 Sophomores . . 6 Juniors........7 Freshmen .... 2 Seniors . 2; Finals Basketball The highlight of the season . . . Basketball! After three months of practice, the six best players, three forwards and three guards are chosen from each class. Each class plays its best to obtain enough points in order to receive the basketball banner. We are about to witness the exciting game between the sharpshooting Seniors and the fast-moving Juniors. The referee passes the ball to the Junior center forward, who throws a bounce ball to the Junior left forward. The ball is intercepted by the Senior left guard, but there's a whistle on that play and it is a jump ball. The ball is hit by the Senior left guard and caught by the Senior right forward. A juggle . . . then a beautiful pass to the left forward who aims the balls towards the basket. The ball is going around and around the rim. It's a basket! Volleyball “S-E-N-I-O-R-S, Rah-Rah. Yes Girls, you guessed it, here we are seated in the gym about to witness the first volleyball game of the season . . . the Senior eleven vs. the Freshmen eleven. The server for the Freshmen starts the game with a beautiful serve over the net and right into the middle of the Seniors' territory. But the ball is volleyed right back to the Freshmen, and it is now being hit from one Freshman player to another in order to keep the ball from bouncing on the floor. Great effort is being made by the Freshmen to get the ball over the net to the Seniors and to score a point for their team. No sooner said than done, as there goes the ball over to the Seniors who volley it around their own end of the court for quite some time. Will the Seniors drop the ball; thus, giving the Freshmen a scoring point? Softball “One, two, three and you’re out at the old ball game. Batter up ! The Senior pitcher throws a swift, wild ball. The umpire shouts, Ball one.” The next ball comes over the plate and the Sophomore batter hits a long fly ball out into centerfield. Here it is picked up by the alert Senior center fielder who throws it to second base. It’s an out! The crowd is yelling. The Seniors are in the lead again. Who's going to win? Anyone can take a guess, but neither you nor I will know until Spring and until then, here's a-hopin’! Orchestra Director ...... Concert Master .... Thirty-two instrumentalists drawn from all four classes compose the orchestra for 1947-1948. This organization plays for practically every school program including chapel services, assemblies and general programs. Frequently it appears in community events such as Rotary Club luncheons, church meeting, or school assemblies, either as a complete unit or in Ensembles. In the spring of 1947 our Orchestra received a straight A rating at the Connecticut All-State . . . Miss Gertrude Miller . . . . Gloria Wilinski Orchestra Adjudication Festival held at New Haven. This was not a contest. Each Orchestra was graded individually. Ten of our members played at Hartford in the Connecticut All-State Festival Orchestra, held in October, under the direction of Mr. Moshe Par-anov of Hartford. On April 15th, the entire Orchestra played for rating again, at the Connecticut All-State Orchestra Adjudication Festival held at Greenwich. Choir Director Our Choir, limited to thirty-five selected members from the three upper classes, presents school programs and frequently appears at civic clubs, churches and organizations in the community. The Choir presented Christmas programs at the Post Office. City Hall and at several Banks in the city, a custom which was inaugurated in December. 1946. Eight members of the Choir participated in the two-day Connecticut All-State Music Festival in Hartford on October 29 and 30th. On March 31st, W.M.I. entertained the Connecticut All-State Choral Adjudication Festival. Two-thousand choral students from high schools all over the state were here for the day. Miss Gertrude Miller Band Director ..... Miss Gertrude Miller Drum Major.........................Gloria Schweid '48 Although the Band is our smallest musical organization, it has an important role in the school activities. It plays for all flag-saluting exercises which are held prior to patriotic holidays; it marches in all civic parades and it participates in many school functions such as assemblies, chapels and general programs. The Band was represented last fall by five members at the Connecticut All-State Music Festival in Hartford. As the only all-girl Band, this group went to Danbury on May 15th where it played at the Connecticut All-State Band Adjudication Festival. Jfaturta I Class Will llianu unsound judgment e'd all he dead ') to vlor; this iting Class of 1948. being of insane mind and to be our last will and testament (as otherwise Uloria Wilinski bequeath a Capital S, for their stylish wardrobes 1 eiuA wills her Mickey Mouse Cartoon for her animated expressions unway. Isther Bryden leaves a Bowl of Peaches and Cream, for her velvety complexion Beebe. Chapin wills her Individuality to Nancy Corcoran, ary Jane Chapman leaves her kadet” dates to Joyce Saxton, with lots of luck. Merna Davies bequeaths her Personality Plus to Ann Roche. Barbara Eskridge wills her Miniature Honor Pass to Patricia Thall. Eleanor Ferro leaves her Cutting Wit to JoAnn Sadinsky. Celeste Fortin wills “That Way with Men” to Dot Bernier. Grace Geoffrey wills her Sincerity to Nancy Congdon. Cynthia Haigh bequeaths a Supply of Laughing Gas, for that chuckle to Marcia Staub. June Hank wills her “newness’ to Mildred Coleman. Minna Homola leaves a Toy Clown to Catherine Hunt for those impish escapades. Barbara Hull gives a Comb and Brush to Dory Brouillette. Katherine Jezeski leaves her Sedateness to Conaire Donnel. Barbara Johnson wills those College Weekends to Christine Gomes. Patricia Katan bequeaths her Love for Argument to Eleanor Satti. Bernice Lear leaves a Little Oscar for her dramatic ability to Ruth Miller. Irene Liebenau wills her Accent to Alice Dreifuss. Patricia Mallon bequeaths a Baby Doll to Ronnie Lyden as a reminder of their petiteness. Jean Mazucca leaves Vitamins, for her bouncing enthusiasm to Billie Fanjoy. Paula McGinley wills her Efficiency to Connie McEwen. Loretta Miranda bequeaths her Attractiveness to Connie Patterson. Florabel Nash leaves her Curiosity to Norrine Cooper. Margaret Nauta wills a Box of Pep, for her school spirit to Doris Derosier. Melva Patterson wills her Ability for Tellng Picturesque Stories to Marjorie Lyden. Phyllis takes her “Pecks” of noise-making with her. Jane Pierce leaves her Baton to Barbara Phillips, thereby keeping up that “steppy” twirling. Jacqueline Richards wills Two Dancing Dimples to Despina Nichols. Sally Ryan bequeaths her Initiative to Jean Leister. Elizabeth and Myrtle Schroeder leave their Identity to future twins at W. M. I. Gloria Schweid leaves “88“ Keys to Margaret Fisk. Mildred Sharp gives a “99 44 100% Pure Cake of Ivory Soap, for that natural look to Pamela Hancock. Patricia Smith wills her Interest in Billard Academy to Nancy Raub. Joann Wolfe leaves her Popularity to Mary Lee Prentis. To Joan Rubin, the Senior Class bequeaths a miniature Legenda, in sincere appreciation of a job “well done.” Mars Stars of '48 Zoom—! Starting from the W. M. I. Airfield, Judith Parker, warmed up the Rocket Ship for her first take off to Mars. Passengers Irene Prefontaine, Joyce Lineweber, Ann O'Connell, Geraldine Olbrys, Janet Taylor, and Eva Koss held on for dear life. We heard a mad scream; and looking back through the window, which was made of sponge cake, a new invention by Sally Ryan, we saw Helen Shakir—late as usual. While shooting through space, we were sitting in our suspended ceiling chairs (brainstorm of Minna Homola). Airplane hostesses June Hank, Mary Ellen Penell and Claire Bibik, customer comfort minded, handed us the Electron Fashion Magazine edited by Glora Wilinski. Joan Beloff assists her, when she isn’t too busy with her domestic duties. On the feature page was Irene Liebenau, now a famous foreign correspondent. Also there were two well written articles, one by Patricia Mallon on People” and the sequel What To Do With Them” written by Emily Manwaring. Flipping the pages to the music section, the News Headline was “Music Leaders, Helen Gruskin and Joan 64 Egeland, had a shock when Gloria Schweid’s Orchestra completed the “Unfinished Symphony.” We were signaled by telephone operator Janet Madec to stop for a speeding ticket, given to us by Barbara Johnson. A ticket was also presented to Barbara Casey, who chose to pedal up on her own bicycle; Virginia Michelin who drove up in her own midget auto racer; and Patricia Griswold who chose to swim there! They were instructed to do this by their Physical Educational coaches, Eleanor Ferro and Rita Giampetro. Radio Announcer, Barbara Hume, informed us we were about to land, but the nation-wide hook-up was suddenly interrupted by a “giggle-water” commercial illustrated by Cynthia Haigh and Mary Verhagen. Arriving en masse”, we were driven to the Capitol Building in a fleet of Marilyn Miner’s taxi-cabs. President Jackie Gaines and her committee of senators, Lucy DiMaggio, Shirley Smith, and Jeanette Sweeny, greeted us. We immediately commented on the beautiful interior decorating. Speech Interpreter, Phyllis Peck told us that Jean Mazzuca chose the colors, Joyce Wilson mixed them and Barbara Geer splashed them on. Jean Vose, capital guide, took us on a sightseeing tour and pointed out seven of our Pepsi Cola Kids’ who held the following prominent positions: Virginia Sension, head scrub woman; Barbara Eskridge, chief polisher of brass door knockers; Joan Rubin, chief messenger clerk; Alberta Wright, candy girl; Sophia Zieziulewicz, dish washer; Joann Wolfe, bell hop; and Dorothy Thurber, window washer. Passing by the office of the Secretary of the Treasury or Barbara Matteson, we heard the clatter of typewriters, and looked in to see Janet Crandall and Josephine DiMaggio typing an article about Shirley Porter. Patricia Katan, Helen Smith, Celeste Fortin, and Betty Anderson, who are all planning to move to the Planet of Matrimony.” As we looked out of the window of the Capitol, we saw the Hospital (fondly called in the language of Mars “The Slaughter House.”) White clad butchers were Barbara Belcher, Joan McDonald, Lillian Bachese, Nellie Healy, Alice MarcAurele and Lois Strickland. Comforters of the sick were the missionaries Lillian Roath, Betty Stockman, Barbara Sullivan, Patricia Clare and Mabel Graves. From there we walked the pavements of the Main Street and passed the Famous Modeling Salon owned by Mildred Sharp, and managed by Katherine Jezeski. Tobacco heiress, Jane Chapin, was trying to choose between the gowns modeled by Justine Riordan, Arlene Meyer, Mary Lu Douton and Joan Lee. Anita Montali had opened her own photography studio in the salon and the slogan given to her by writers Barbara Blanos and Ann Jenkins was We Make You Colorful In One Sitting.” (Beverly Breskovics was their victim). Coming out we bumped into Muriel Goldberg who was on her way in with the new Dyer film produced by Mary Sampson. Our excitement continued as we were invited to the opening night at the Blue Venus Club, owned by Jacqueline Richards, to celebrate the success of authoress Esther Bryden’s latest book on the Loves of Paula McGinley.” Famous celebrities that we saw were: Lawyer Bernice Lear, who had just won the case titled “Should Jane Pierce Continue To Sell Her Math Answers To W. M. I. Students,” Maureen Haney, who sported one of her own hat creations; and Janet Scott, who had recently finished the famous portrait “Whistlers Grandmother.” We recognized the model who posed for this painting as Merna Davies. The movie world was represented by critic Mary Jane Chapman who was praising the artistry of actresses Loretta Miranda and Shirley Mancini. They had just finished the picture The Use of Flea Powder” directed by veterinarian Gladys Hamilton. During intermission we sat in our plexiglass chairs, and footrests were Margorie Lundborg, Joanne Metcalf, Evelyn Montieth, Jean Marthers and Charlotte Ryan. Marilyn Bogema entertained us with her torch songs, followed by The Waltz of the Flowers” danced by Barbara Hull. Ann O’Connor, Flossie Pearson, and Flo Nash. Announcer Shirley Fern breezed on the stage, and in a soothing voice screeched Joan O’Brien’s football team lost to Mildred Momms team for the 20th game in a row”; Jean Browne, history teacher has instructed Beverly Grimes to leave for Venus to dig up the bones of Kilroy. She signed off advising us to use Sylvia Seltzer tablets. Meanwhile, Stella Andrews, Louise Ashton and Winifred Guerin were circulating among the audience, selling pencils, still working their way through college. Large contributions were presented to them by Elizabeth and Myrtle Schroeder, now co-owners of a gold mine. Leaving the party, we were startled to see it literally raining cats and dogs; but we were even more startled to see Ducky Nauta, Melva Patterson and Dorothy Morgan running after the little devils! They were being carefully studied by phychiatrists, Grace Geoffrey, Marion Battaglia and Lucia Maffioli. Our eyes were then caught by a colorful billboard featuring manufacturers Adele Valentini and Helene Marelli who were displaying their product, Atom gum. This was guaranteed to make a big pop! To our dismay Nancy Berry pointed to our Rocket Ship which was rapidly burning .and firebugs Alice Yuhas, Grace King, Jeanne Monohan, and Ann Garvey led by their leader, Beatrice DeBiasi, were running away from the scene of the crime. Being confused as to how we were to get back to the earth, Gladys Saunders and Norma Springs offered us tickets for their recently constructed bridge. Conductors Barbara Sigurdsen, Doris Onuparik, Doris Williams, and Gloria Duplice took us to the bridge in their shooting stars and everyone started the long walk What is phrophesied may be said in jest or truth, but we must all remember what to us has been told— We are the Masters of our Fates, And the Captains of our Souls.” 65 Superlatives Most Likely to Succeed Most Admired Class Intellect Class Conservative Class Radical Most Poised . Most Innocent Class Egotist Class Sophisticate Personality Girl . Fashion Plate Best Speaking Voice Most Collegiate Class China Doll Class Athlete Most Daring Class Sense of Humor Best Looking Prettiest Eyes Loveliest Hair Loveliest Smile Loveliest Complexion Class Blonde Class Redhead Class Brunette Favorite Teacher . Most Popular . Most Dignified Nicest Figure Nicest Legs Perfect Senior Sweetest Most Ambitious Most Tactful . Happiest Class Artist Most Dramatic Most Inquisitive Class Giggler Most Class Spirit . Most Angelic Most Domestic Best Dancer . Best M usician . Most Lovable Most Reliable . Best Imagination Most Demure Most Natural • • . . Joan Rubin . . . . Joann Wolfe . . . Barbara Eskridge . . . Gladys Saunders • . . Gloria Wilinski . . . . Paula McGinley • • . . Mabel Graves . . . . Esther Bryden . . . . Bernice Lear . . . . Merna Davies . Joan Beloff, Gloria Wilinski . . . Loretta Miranda . . . Barbara Johnson . . . . Patricia Mallon • . . . Anita Montali . . . . Shirley Smith . . . . Mina Homola . . . Katherine Jezeski • . . Beatrice DeBiasi . . Sophie Zieziulewicz . . . Marilyn Bogema . . . . Esther Bryden . . . Katherine Jezeski . . . Betty Stockman . . . Loretta Miranda . Mrs. Kelsey, Miss Sullivan . Joann Wolfe, Paula McGinley Alberta Wright . . . Arlene Meyer . . . Marilyn Miner . . . Merna Davies . . . . Merna Davies . . . Irene Liebenau . Paula McGinley Mary Verhagen, Barbara Hume . . . Lucia Maffioli . . . . Bernice Lear . . . . Sally Ryan . . . . Jackie Gaines . . . . Joan Rubin . . . . Mabel Graves . . . Flossie Pearson . . . Jeanette Sweeney . . . . Gloria Schweid . . . . Merna Davies . . . . Alberta Wright . . . . Joan Rubin . . . Beverly Brescovics . . . Dorothy Morgan 67 Just a friendly evening with the gang finds Joan BelofT in a pert white rayon Gibson Girl blouse, $5.95, sizes 32-40 and a black moire ballerina skirt $14.95 at Blair's. ■■ That Look in '48 Gloria Wilinski dons Glamour Girl sleeping pajamas, Fruit-of-the-Loom fabric, on sale at leading stores everywhere. Lyn Miner adores her black calf platform pumps at $16.95 from Savard’s, for dancing or that very dressed up occasion. Of course, her wardrobe wouldn’t be complete without these brown leather oxfords, by Spalding. $8.95, at Savard's also. A classic outfit takes Alberta Wright’s fancy in this white jersey tailored blouse at $6.00 coupled with a trim 100% wool skirt selling at $12.95, both from N. J. Gorra’s. Jet Riordan calls this sheperd angora sweater, at $14.95 and glen plaid skirt at $10.95 one of her f a v o r i t e school outfits, from Gorra’s also. This maroon garbar-dine suit, a Freiss original, is the choice of Katherine Jezeski, from Bernard’s, sizes 10-16, $75.00. Take note of the Skyway luggage which is from Kaplan's. Loretta Miranda models a versatile ballerina length black faille Ceil Chapman original, $49.95, sizes 10-16 at the Sport Shop. She wears it to dances, the Inn, or that very special party. THE BOOKSHOP, INC. Perry Stone, BOOKS Inc. Meridian and Church Streets Opposite Y.M.C.A. Jewelers Since 1805 New London-, Conn. VICTORIA SHOPPE • “The Modern Corse try EXPERT FITTINGS OF BRAS- AND PANTY GIRDLES STATIONERY Visit our JUNIOR MISS Departments in Sportswear, Lingerie, Smocks, LEATHERGOODS Housecoats, anti Robes. COSTUME JEWELRY 243 State St. L. Miranda: What do you know about Afghanistaniple?” S. Mancini: 'Dunno. It's hard to say. Compliments of Compliments GEO. E. MacDOUGALL, Publisher of Phone 3357 NEW LONDON LIFE GREATER NEW LONDONS FRIENDLY BEIT BROS. FAMILY WEEKLY 160 State Street New London, Connecticut NEW LONDON’S MOST COMPLETE THE DARROW SUPER-MARKET COMSTOCK CO. W holesale • and Ship Chandlery 60 Main St. New London New London, Connecticut 94-96 Bank Street 69 FISHER Florist Commencement Bouquets and Corsages REASONABLE IN PRICE ARTISTIC IN ARRANGEMENT Compliments of the Stanley Iron Works Blinman St. To satisfy your sweet tooth NEW LONDON come to Business College BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION HIGHER ACCOI'NTANCY CHEZ ARNOLD EXECUTIVE SECRETARIAL BUSINESS AND BANKING SHORTHAND AND TYPEWRITING 115 Hank St. • SUMMER SESSION BKUINS IUI.Y 5 FALL TERM KKCINS SEPTEMBER S 10 Meridian St. niout school opens September .1 ]. O'Brien: I'd like to have a raise, Sir. There are three companies alter me. Boss: Is that a lad? Who are they? ]. O'Brien: Gas, electric, and water! Compliments of SPENCER STUDIO FASHION PORTRAITS Kodak Furnishings FABRICS Garde Building 325 State St. CENTER CARROLL CUT RATE « PERFUMES 128 Bank Street 152 State Street New London, Connecticut 70 NEWSPAPERS aid EDUCATION Compliments of .. . Formal education may he enhanced by the practical education derived from habitual reading of a daily newspaper. Intelligent discussion of fast changing world events demands current knowledge of world affairs. Your favorite newspaper supplies this factual information impartially. FIRESTONE STORES The Day “Your Good Evening Newspaper” Subscription by Mail if Away at School 2.50 for 3 Months Compliments of Regal Fur Shop FUR COATS SCARFS 33 Main St. New London, Conn. J. Prentis: Ah, me, I'm only a little pebble in your life. E. Bryden: Well, why don't you try being a little boulder. Compliments of D. A. Misuraca, Mgr. SEARS ROEBUCK iMeet Me at the 81 Main St. New London D. A. Cushman, Mgr. CAPITOL TEA ROOM Compliments of Stop in—have a coke sandwich and Dance to your favorite Jukebox Orchestra Alan L. MacDonald CAPITOL TEA ROOM 21 Bank St. New London D.D.S. DAVE 4: FRED TELAGE, Prop. 71 Best Wishes from Electric Boat Company Grace King: I can spot an expensive dress every time. J. Lee: Ever try using a napkin. Courtesy Drug Stores Complete Selection of Drugs - Cosmetics Films - Tobaccos Sundries — Prescriptions “AT LOWEST PRICES” 119 State St. New London SAMUEL HARRIS INSURANCE TO FIT EVERY NEED Phone 6081 461 Bank Street New London, Conn. Compliments of . . . EMIL SEIFERT BAKERY 225 Bank Street Phone 6808 New London ROBERT’S ELECTRIC SHOP VICTOR, COLUMBIA, DECCA RECORDS 72 Good luck Seniors. It was a delight to do your book! GERALDINE ELZIN Class Photographer Crocker House , Tel. 4151 New London, Conn. M. . Chapman: You've got me crazy. J. Chapin: That's because you're always giving me a piece of your mind. Compliments of F. P. MINER Compliments of POUDRIERS’ 111 Bank Street Nbw London Compliments of . .. FERN’S RESTAURANT 68 State St. New London, Conn. For Something New It’s Harry’s Mans Shop 131 State Street NEW LONDON CONNECTICUT Compliments of.. . COURT DRUG STORE 73 331 State Street Compliments of NEW LONDON NEWS CO. We Specialize in Corsagest Orchids - Gardenias - Roses Camellias - Violets FELLMAN CLARK Florist 186 State St. Tel. 5588 Compliments of WILLIAM J. MURRAY D.D.S. ETHEL’S HANDI SHOPPE cor. Montauk L. Blvd. Patent Medicines and Cosmetics Toys. Games. Magazines. Stationery Also a nice line of fabrics. Miner: Gosh, I had my nose broken in three places. Sampson: That ought to keep you out of those places. fVhy Not Have a Savings Account in The Savings Bank of New London 63 Main Street O A MUTUAL SAVINGS BANK 74 THE NEW LONDON CITY NATIONAL BANK 61 Bank Street New London, Conn. Corsages a specialty CYNTHIA FLOWER SHOPPE 88 Broad Street New London BOSTON CANDY KITCHEN LAURIE’S SPECIALTY SHOP CHILDREN’S CENTER Sidney H. Miner Son Waldo L. Miner REAL ESTATE iKSl RASCE 231 State St. New London' PAYNE KEEFE ARCHITECTS AND ENGINEERS Patterson: Dot' you're a healthy girl. Why don't you work? Morgan: My trouble is that I'm the unhappy medium. Patterson: What do you mean? Morgan: I'm to heavy for light work and too light lor heavy work. Compliments of MARTIN DINER 316 Lcdyard Street Home of Dowxyflake Dontts Phone 9974 Compliments of HOWARD JOHNSON’S L. LEWIS CO. Estari.ished 1860 Fine China, Glass, Silver, Costume Jewelry Chelsea Barometers and Clocks State and Green Streets Janie L. Edgar Agency INSURANCE AND REAL ESTATE OTTO AIMETTI Coats and Suits Made lo Order Fur Remodeling a Specialty 86 State Street New London, Conn. Phone 7395 NOVITCH BROS. EVERYTHING NEW IN MEN’S WEAR 132 Main St. 75 L. QUINTILIANI Ladies' and Gent’s Tailors Phone 7371 204 Hank Street New London' MACIONE BROS., SHOES 87 Broad St. New London REDDEN RYAN REAL ESTATE AMD INSURANCE 309 State St. Compliments of .. . SIDNEY’S HOME CENTER 29 Church St. SHU-FIX CO. Fine shoe repair service. Waiting Service ARTHUR H. STIURTS SONS Real Estate Insurance Mercer Building 309 State St. Ducky Nauta: What do you do when in doubt about kissing a boy? Snuffy Smith: I'd give him the benefit of the doubt. Compliments of DR. JOSEPH GITLIN 325 State St. Compliments of SIDNEY HELLER W. S. CHAPPELL Agency real estate AND INSURANCE 309 State St. Capitol Candy Shoppe CONFECTIONERY ICE CREAM LUNCHEONETTE 83 Broad Street New London IN NEW LONDON IT’S TARNY’S “A Man’s Shop” 76 A. P. TURELLO AGENCY REAL ESTATE — INSURANCE 27 Bank Street National Bank of Commerce Commercial and Savings Accounts New London, Conn. Founded 1853 Member Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. Jokn Elion Skoe Store Compliments of 115 State Street CENTRAL NEWS STORE Harper Method Beauty Shop MAGAZINES — COSTUME JEWELRY TOYS, NOVELTIES AND SMOKERS NEEDS LORETTA FRAY, Prop. Dewart Building 50 State Street Phone 5522 C. Fortin: I was waiting for a bus when a fellow walked up and kissed me. P. Katan: The fresh thing! What did you say to him? C. Fortin: What could I say? He was a total stranger to me. C ompliments Compliments of SORTOR W. T. Grant CHEVROLET and CO. Company SALES-SERVICE • • Nbw London, Connecticut 77 FRANK A FOWLER “THE CLASS RING MAN” 828 Park Square Building Boston 16, Mass. Official Jeweler FOR ALL CLASSES FROM 1938 TO 1950 Inclusive WILLIAMS MEMORIAL INSTITUTE N. Belcher: For two cents I'd kiss you. ]. Pierce: Do you have change for a nickel?' DANIEL GREEN SLIPPERS PEACOCK SHOES Walk-Over Boot Shop 237 State Street Phoenix Hosiery Goodrich Rubbers TIRE SERVICE COMPANY THE GENERAL TIRE Kraft System of Tire Recapping Phone 23603 801 Bank Street Coca-Cola Bottling Company of New London, Inc. 951 Bank St. New London, Conn. 78 JOHN GULA MEATS AND GROCERIES I. G. A. STORE 227 Jefferson Ave. Phone 24307 BROOKS COMPANY Credit Jewelers Watches, Diamonds, Silverware, Gifts 203 Bank Street Phone 5437 T T HOME STYLE ICECREAM Tasty Salads and Sandwiches Light Lunches 119-123 Broad St. New London, Conn. Opposite W. M. I. ROSE LINGERIE SHOP Mohican Hotel Bldg. THRIFTY CUT RATE STORE 9 Main Street New London, Conn. P. Peck: I don't see how football players ever get clean. B. Anderson: Don't be silly; what do you think the scrub teams are for? The Union Bank Trust Co. OF NEW LONDON CHECKING ACCOUNTS o Incorporated 1792 Connecticut’s Oldest Bank 79 WNLC — 1490 KC WNLC-FM—'99.5 Basic - Mutual MOHICAN HOTEL New London THE ACORN Niantic, Connecticut From those icho have, to those icho haven't! Candy Betty Tina i As ice leave IJ .M.I. ice pass this phrase of tjood cheer on to the struggling underclassmen. I) ice can make it, so can you!” Annie Jet Barb Joanne Flo I ,ynn Grace Mary Jackie Pat ’ Janet Patsy Janie Sally On Mrs. Shelander’s blackboard for the day’s lesson. Some girls have tact, others tell the truth.” MOUTRAN’S SPECIALTY SHOP Linens — Lingerie Robes — Hosiery 44-46 Main St. Phone 2-3039 New London EDWIN KEENEY CO. • Books, Stationery, Greeting Cards BRATER’S Jewelry Gifts Art Supplies 253 State Street Compliments of • • • CAPITOL HABERDASHERY 80 54 State Street Aben Hardware Co. Buy the Best 123 Bank Street and Get Sporting Goods — Houseware The Best Buy and at the General Hardware MODERN ELECTRIC Compliments COMPANY of June’s Rose Shoppe Everything Electrical Florist 153 Bank Street 116 Ocean Ave Phone 2-1776 New Iondon, Connecticut Niantic Dress Shop Dresses — Sportswear The Beachwear Lingerie — Hosiery Miner Alexander Phone Niantic 360 Lumber Company Compliments • of Central Pharmacy 150 Howard Street New London L. J. BLAIS, Reg. Ph. Mgr. Telephone 4355 Main Street Niantic, Connecticut 81 Compliments of THE NIANTIC LUMBER COMPANY Niantic, Connecticut Compliments of I)r. Donald M. Corcoran D.D.S. •Dewart Building SALEM’S BEAUTY SALON SALEM V. SMITH Owner-Manager 160 State Street Phone 4050 Compliments of Pataganset Finishing Co., Inc. Niantic, Conn. 82 J. F. DENISON Wall Paper, Paints and Glass 7-9 Howard Street Phone 3289 New London Compliments of JOSEPH BECKER M.D. Compliments James Drug Company Incorporated of . R. J. 181 Bank Street Phone 24327. UNDERWEAR CO. Mondelci an d Benvenuti Contractors r 83 Compliments of Compliments MORAN’S of SHOE BOX THE JUVENILE SHOPPE SAVIN 153 State St. EXPRESS CALLING-ALL-GIRLS'’ HEADQUARTERS IN NEW LONDON CO. Complete Teen Department Compliments of .. . Compliments of LAWRENCE THE CENTRALE BARBER SHOP Beauty Salon Compliments 441 Ocean Avenue of JOSEPH SHEPATIN Compliments of • • • CONNECTICUT UPHOLSTERY MICHAELS’ FURNITURE CO. DAIRY 629 Montauk Avenue 527 Bank St. New London, Conn. 84 Compliments of Compliments of STERN’S UNION STORE Dr. Morris Sulman Compliments M.D. of NEIL’S Compliments of • • • CENTRALE SPECIALTY SHOP Compliments of Jane and Melv 445 Ocean Avenue Pat and Eddie Victor Norman THE BRIDAL SHOPPE School of Music 24 Main St. Tel. 2-3176 IVe specialize in 202 Pequot Avenue New London, Connecticut GOWNS AND READY-TO-WEAR FOR YOUR FORMAL AND INFORMAL WEAR. Harry’s Music Store 64 Bank St. Te. 2-4815 Selmer Musical Instruments Sheet Music Records — Albums Accessories Bril hart Mouthpieces Compliments of J. EISENSTEIN Our advice to the underclassmen: Never do today what you can put off until tomorrow. SHIRE AND GLO 85 H. MARCUS and CO. Compliments Home of Ked Sneakers of 46 North Bank St. Mary Lee Shop Tel. 2-4544 LEO’S SHOE REPAIR SHOP Compliments The Harbor of Lost Soles of . . . 7 Montauk Ave. Phone 7380 Marvel Shop GR ANN’S 129 State Street Dresses — Coats Millinery — Sportswear Harold’s Delicatessen JUNIOR SIZES HOT CORNED BEEF 70-72 State Street HOT PASTRAMI 140 Broad St. New Lokdon Compliments Compliments of of THE STYLE SHOP FIFE MONDO Famous for 128 State St. Chicken-in-the-Basket MARKOFF’S State Street Compliments of DR. ALEC R. SHAPIRO 86 Compliments of New London 6? Mohegan Dairies Est. 1902 75 Jefferson Ave. THE OPEN FIRE PLACE GRILLED SANDWICHES on Our Open Fire Place 89 Boston Post Road Tel. 2-3954 OCEAN AVE. SERVICE STATION Gasoline - Oils Tires and Tubes Phone 2-3972 440 Ocean Ave. Phone 9027 NEW LONDON SHEET METAL WORKS Sheet Metal Specialists • Richard Schrof.df.r John Tennant CAPITOL CLEANERS 32 Shaw Street New London, Conn. Telephones: 2-4231 - 4293 46 Bank St. Three Partners in Crime Compliments of Peg Mary Jane Paula CENTRALE SANDWICH SHOP 445 Ocean Avenue 87 MAL LOVE’S Jewelers For Beautiful Shoes • 74 State Street ELMORE SHOE SHOP 11 Bank Street Compliments of • • • THE SHALETT CLEANING AND DYEING CO STAR OIL CO. ★ Tiger Twirlers Range and Fuel Oils Burners Installed Graniteville, Waterford, Conn. BARB MERT JOAN JANE BET DUCK LEE Rest of lurk to our successors. JOAN JANE ESTHER THE SIXTH PERIOD GANG BIDS JOHNNY FLO MERN4 A FOND GOOD-BYE! DUCKY BOBBIE MILLIE Ye who hesitates now and always will be lost.” With (jood intentions, Betty and Phyl FOUR DEPART ONE REMAINS • Belly Athlon Begay Moylan ’49 Barbara Geer Jerry Olbrys Penny Penell Compliments of THE BURR-MITCHELL COMPANY W holes ale Confectionery and Tobacco New London Conn Compliments of the MAZZUCA FURNITURE CO., INC. Distributors of “Pyrofax” Gas COMPLETE HOME FURNISHINGS Compliments of ♦ ♦ ♦ Mr. and Mrs. Peter Ashton Miss Mary and Sarah Boylan yir. and Mrs. Eduard JV. Clare Ir. and Mrs. Michael DeBiase Mr. and Mrs. George Davies Mr. and Mrs. Ray P. Geer Mrs. Esther R. Goldberg Mr. and Mrs. Isser Gruskin Mr. and Mrs. Arthur R. Grimes Mr. annd ilIrs. Thomas F. Hayes Mr. and Mrs. John Hamilton Mr. and Mrs. Victor S. Johnson Mr. and Mrs. Philip Koss Mr. and Mrs. A. Sterling King Mr. and Mrs. Joseph McDonald Mr. and Mrs. George Mart hers Mr. and Mrs. John Morgan Mr. and Mrs. Fred Onuparik Mr. and Mrs. John Patterson Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Pencil Mr. and Mrs. James E. 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Richard Air. and Airs. Charles II. Vose Comdr. and Mrs. IE. B. Sampson Air. and Airs. Arthur IEilinski (Ret.) Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Seltzer Air. and Airs. Clifford Wilson Air. and Mrs. Clarence B. Sharp Mrs. Alary Wright Air. and Airs. II. C. Smith Air. and Airs. Michael Zieziuletcicz Compliments from “The Pall and the Short of It” DANNY’S JOAN JEAN SERV ICE STATION 149 Huntington Street Compliments New London, Conn. of .. . Tei. 2-7869 THE 3 M’s DANIEL S. YOUNG, Prop. JEANNE RHETT SH1RL HAMMERSMITH-KORTMEYCR CO. MILWAUKEE LITHO IN U. S. A. 92 !SBsE K5S .£ ! 'v. -W V'krSj 7 ''V? - -. r$ � £ £ w£3 sal. ' i •)£; 'J • iV ' ,,. V '- ;--r - i .- •1 vs ?■--• . � - ; • 1 ■ '■ A ; r'-. ss ■ M - -jgggf, : - 0 • . Jr : yv-- :-.. v� l ?y : V ■ «; jfoA -y •. ■ v. ve S: ' ■■ • 4 1 - ? v .- -..feg - j£SE •� ' 3Su -« - • - y mm - - :V- j •: £ '■ ,w ■ - ....■- .v ■ - - ■ - ■