Windsor Locks High School - Herald Yearbook (Windsor Locks, CT)

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18 THE HIGH SCHOOL HERALD An interesting Christmas pageant was presented at an assembly in December, under the direction of Mrs. Boyle and Miss E. Bradley. At an assembly held Monday, January 11, the students were addressed by Mr. Hubert Russell and the Reverend Richard Carter. They were told that the Rotary Club planned to give money to deserving pupils who needed it to further worthy projects or hobbies. A Patriotic Program was held Friday, February 13, which was in charge of Miss Holbrook, Miss G. Bradley, and Miss E. Bradley. An Easter Program and Fashion Show was held in the auditorium 1 hursday, March 25, under the direction of Mrs. Oates and Miss Holmes. In October, the Senior Class held a successful social in honor of the Freshmen. Betty Byrnes and Edward Wezowicz were elected to represent the school in the Pepsi-Cola Scholarship Contest. On November 4, the seniors started their annual magazine campaign. At the end of the drive, Ruth Quagliaroli, the top salesman, was awarded a gold watch. Helen Colo, Eunice McGinn, Geraldine Piaggi, and Mildred Wallace, competed in the American Legion Oratorical Contest. First prize went to Eunice McGinn, while Mildred Wallace captured second honors. Betty Byrnes and Eunice McGinn represented Windsor Locks High on the Parade of Youth Forum of the Air. A Food Sale was held on Saturday, March 20, to defray expenses of the Washing¬ ton Trip. Several basketball games were played to sponsor a trip to Boston for the senior members of the basketball squad. In Boston, the boys saw the semi-finals and finals of the New England Class A. Tournaments. This reviews some of the more important events of the year. Arthur Africano ’48 SENIOR CLASS NOTES President John Shauc.hnessy Vice-President ..Harold Quagliaroli Secretary ...Norma Rodelli Treasurer ...Betty Byrnes The Senior Class elected Arthur Africano, John Traska, Edward Wezowicz, and Cecilia Cienaski as representatives to the Athletic Association. Arthur Africano was later elected president of this organization and Cecelia Cienaski was elected secretary. On October 24, the Seniors held a social in honor of the Freshmen. It proved both financially and socially successful. The class elected Betty Byrnes and Edward Wezowicz as representatives to try for the Pepsi-Cola scholarship. John Flanders was elected as chairman of the Budget Committee which is in charge of all financial matters.

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12 THE HIGH SCHOOL HEKALI) MADELINE LUCIA PEROTTI “LYNN” Commercial Course; Glee Club 45. ‘46, ' 47; Asso¬ ciate Editor of Herald 47; Bookkeeping Certificate 46; Typing Certificates 45. 46, ' 47; Shorthand Certificates ’47; Class Night Program ' 47. “My mind to me an empire in.” HELEN DORIS PIKUL “PIC” General Course; Easter Program 44; Christmas Program ’45; Girls ' Basketball Team ’44, ’45, ’46; Committee for Junior Prom ' 46; Ticket Committee for Senior Social ’47; Salesmanship Award ' 47; Chorus for Senior Play 47; Scribblers’ Club ' 47; Glee Club ' 44, ' 45, ’46; Class Night Exercises ‘47. “Not that I love study less Hut that I love leisure more.” • .-I n r H . i v ROBERT JAMES PRICE “ROB” General Course; Stage Committee ' 47; Boys ' Glee Club ’45, ’47; Christmas Program ' 44; Class Night Program ’47. “It is tranquil iieople who accomplish much. 0 Page

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THE HIGH SCHOOL HERALD 19 A magazine campaign was conducted by the Seniors through the Curtis Publishing Company. Mr. Davis, the company representative, organized two teams as an incentive for more sales. Art Africano was chosen as captain of the Dogs and Janet Warner was chosen captain of the Cats ”. Ruth Quagliaroli, the highest salesman received a wrist watch for her splendid work. The Cats, the losing team, had to put on a party for the winning team and the Juniors. The entertainment proved very comical and successful. The Seniors cf ’48 reached the highest goal in profits since the beginning of the campaigns. The Seniors chose rose and silver for their class colors. Loring studio was engaged this year to take class pictures. On April 9, the Senior Class put on Come Rain or Shine ”, a three act comedy. The play was a financial success and showed a lot of dramatic ability among the mem¬ bers of the cast. A Food Sale was held on March 27 in the Town Clerk s Office. Generous con¬ tributions from the town people made this sale a huge success. The Seniors left for their Washington Trip, April 26, and enjoyed it immensely. Preparations for Class Night and Graduation are now being made. The Senior Class wishes to thank all those people who have contributed so much to the success of all their enterprises. Margaret Barisone ”48 JUNIOR CLASS NOTES President .Joseph Antonacci Vice-President ..Bruce Hendsey Secretary .Jeanette Quagliaroli Treasurer ......Adele Carnevale In September, thirty-eight students were enrolled in the Junior Class. Since then, three members have left. A class meeting was held to elect officers. Mildred Wallace, Patsy Ruggerio, Philip Oates and Kenneth Kraiza were elected as representatives to the Athletic Association. Later a meeting was held at which the class chose the Diplomat” style of ring from the various samples. At another meeting plans were formulated for the Junior Prom which will be held on May 21. Chick Gatto’s orchestra has been engaged to furnish the music. The committees were chosen and are as follows: Decoration, Orchestra, Refreshment, Ticket and Gift. The estimated price of the tickets is $3.00. The Junior Class wish to express their deepest appreciation to the principal, faculty, and all others who have helped to make this a happy and successful school year. Marian Koehler ”49