Williston Northampton School - Log Yearbook (Easthampton, MA)

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PAUL CORBY F INNEY ffcorbll 17 Spruceland Avenue, Springfield, Mass. College Choice: Yale Entered Williston: 1955 Track 4fWD5 Log 45 Willirtonian 3, 45 Outing Club 35 Sailing Club 33 Glee Club 45 Dramatic Club 45 Gold Key 45 Student Council 3, 4. Soon after his arrival at Williston two years ago, Corb's qualities of leadership became evident. A master of the art of biting sarcasm, he seldom failed to take the wind out of the sails of anyone who dared to try him. Corb, who was one of the most capable members of the class, met the challenge of portraying the lead in the annual fall play with most favorable success. Since his extreme pessimism is not contagious, we feel that his instant popularity and scholastic ability will earn him a place among the more exceptional graduates of 1957, campus. HAROLD LESTER GAF FIN HGMU College Choice: Brown Entered Williston: 1954 Soccer 3, 45 Squash 4 C WJ, Captain5 Tennis 2, 55 Log 2, 3, 45 Willirtonian 2, 3, 45 Science Club 2, 3, 45 Sailing Club 3, 45 Y Cabinet 4, Secretary. Always friendly and cheerful, Gaff was noted for his stentorian yell, readiness to indulge in a bit of card playing, and ever-ready retort. Whether in the classroom, the dormitory, or the squash court, the energy and diligence with which Gaff attacked every difficult task, together with his spontaneous wit, accounted for his many friends and achievements. Galf's popularity and high academic standing should earn him a dis- tinguished place in college. 29 RICHARD HUGH FRANK 46 Ledgewood Road West Hartford Conn College Choice: University of Vermont Entered Williston 1955 Soccer 4CWJ5 Baseball 3CWJ 4CWD Y Cabinet 4 Lefty's conversion from a football halfback to a mainstay on the varsity soccer team, together with his scholastic accomplishments at tests to his strength of purpose His amiabrlity and abundant enthusiasm for everything with a pleasant atmosphere enabled him to relieve the low moods of his fellow Seniors As the ring of his laughter fades from Ford's hallways, Williston will feel the loss of a fine personality but it can rest assured that Lefty will soon find equal success on the college

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PAUL ELKINS Paul 42 Lorna Road, Newton Centre, Mass. College Choice: M.I.T. Entered Williston: 1956 Science Club 4. A subtle sense of humor, sincerity, and a firm determination char- acterized Paul's amiable personality and were the reasons for his friend- ships among both the faculty and students. Although Paul entered Williston in his senior year, he was quick to find his place in school life and made many admirable achievements, especially scholastic. Fre- quently a part of school activities, Paul was respected by everyone who came into contact with him. His exemplary life has made a profound impression on those whom he leaves. solid accomplishment. 28 BRUCE WHITNEY ELDRIDGE 6' 119 Main Street Shelburne Falls Mass College Choice: Carnegie Institute of Technology Glee Club 3, 4, Double Quartet 3 4 Band 3 4 Student Council 3 On the Williston scene for two years Bruce has made innumerable friends during this time Endowed with a gift for witty remarks and carefree amusement, he has been a popular member of the third floor congregation. Bruce has lent his abilities to many activities and is especi ally noted for his expert trumpet playing and his singing voice which for two years blended in the Double Quartet Though he was fond of relaxation, Bruce has kept a creditable scholastic average and should continue to find success in his endeavors CHARLES IVAN FELDMAN 291 So. Franklin Street Wilkes Barre Penn College Choice: Amherst Entered Williston 1956 Log 4, Willixtonitm 4, Adelphi Gamma Sigma Vice President 4 Famous for his witty remarks which livened up many a classroom session, Charlie possesses an engaging and good natured personality which has won him many friends Here for only a year he nevertheless made an immediate name for himself as a good student and an outstand ing member of the wrestling team The attributes of character which have made Charlie such a success at Williston will aid him in continuing

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i 'br 'Lp- K , HUGH PHILBRICK GILMAN HGH!! P.O. Box 120, Warren, Mass. College Choice: M.I.T. Entered Williston: 1955 Assistant Soccer Manager 4, Squash Manager 4fWDg Radio Club 3, 4, Science Club 5, 4, Adelphi-Gamma Sigma 3, 4, Dramatic Club 5, 4, Head Technician 4. An energetic and industrious senior, Hugh was perpetually in- volved with some unique electronic device of his own. A natural elec- trician, he bore the burden of difficult lighting effects during the Dramatic Club's fall play. A member of the Radio Club, Hugh possessed not only a ham license but also an avid interest in any form of experimentation or construction. Enjoying the privileges of a team manager during most of his senior year, Hugh was the genial host to many an assembly in his first floor suite. Having made a fine scholastic record, Hugh has proved himself an indispensable figure in the school ranks. DANIEL TIMOTHY GOODNOW FPDWII 75 Handy Road, Grosse Pointe, Michigan College Choice: Undecided Entered Williston: 1956 Football 4, Swimming 4CWJg Science Club 4. Dan's amiability, sincerity, and conscientiousness have made him a popular member of the student body. Immediately gaining the acceptance and friendship of the class upon arriving last fall, Dan proved him- self to be a serious, determined student and a valuable member of the swimming team. Although he is outwardly quiet and reserved, Dan's friends have found him a true and helpful companion. Such traits have attained for Dan solid comradeship with all those who knew him and will assure similar success in college. LAWRENCE CHAPMAN GREENE HLar,yH Morning Star Drive, Seymour, Conn. College Choice: Duke Entered Williston: 1955 Football 5, 4CWJg Track 5g Baseball 4, Science Club 5, 4, Dramatic Club 4, Student Council 3, 4. Larry, with his quick, live personality and easy-going nature, was one of the more popular personalities in the senior class. Industrious, energetic, and sincere, he was both a good student and athlete. Faced with the problem of losing his football weight for the wrestling squad, he found that his versatility caused him untold anguish. The combination of Larry and his roommate was undoubtedly the most formidable in school, though it helped to maintain order on the first floor of Ford Hall. Held in high regard by both students and teachers, Larry is sure to make a name for himself in the future. 30