FOREWORD The Indian theme of this year book was seems an appropriate appelation as Metuch­ suggested by part of our Metuchen High en is the highest point between New York School seal. We recognize the cultural con­ and Trenton. tributions of the American Indian, but our Chief Metuchion, or Chief of The Rolling special interest is in this area. Hills, is believed to have lived in this area Long ago the Indians of New Jersey were three hundred years ago. Early settlers divided among twenty ruling chiefs. The bought this area from the Indians. Metuch­ greatest was Chief Raritan, whose domain en, originally called Metuching, was a town spread along the Raritan Valley. A local built around a church known as the Metuch­ leader named Metuchion had a camp in the ing Meeting House. Many arrows, axes and same section. In those days a chief was utensils that farmers plowed up in this area geographically named for his locality. Me­ further indicate our Indian heritage. tuchion, the Indian word for "rolling hills," from the WALUM OLUM Zhe BLUE LETTER Dedication When selecting the person to whom we would dedicate our yearbook, we thought of one held in high regard by both the faculty and the student body. We chose Miss Mildred Leis, who has aided not only our class but the school in general. Miss Leis is always ready to help, quick to understand and accurate in informing. Cheerful and affable, she is a calm center in the whirlwind of busy school days. As freshmen we learned "When in doubt ask Miss Leis!" As our high school secretary, Miss Leis is the keeper of our records; but we are sure that none of our records is so permanent as the mark her personality has made upon our school memories. Our graduating class wishes to dedicate the 1954 Blue Letter to our invaluable friend, Miss Mildred Leis, who has represented the soul of efficiency and the heart of sympathy through our high school days.

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Board of Education

Here we render the recognition that they so richly deserve to the nine members of the Board of Education, to Mr. Bragner, Superin­ tendent of Schools, and to our Principal, Mr. Schmidtchen, for their untiring work in main­ taining and elevating our scholastic standards.

Mr. William E. Bragner Superintendent oi Schools

Mr. Paul W. Schmidtchen Principal

Mrs. Marian G, Ewing Mr. Floyd W. Gaudet Mr. Roswell C. Groben Dr. Sol Gurshman Vice President

Mr. John D, Johnson Mr. Ronald H. Rumsey Mr. Marsh B. Tipton Mrs. Dorothy C. Van Winkle

6 MISS LIEBER ANKER—Upsula College, MR. ALEX AZZOLINA—Julliard School MRS. BEATRICE BOVERS — Trenton A. B .; New York U niversity, M. A; of Music, B. S.; Columbia University, State Teachers College, B. S.—Social Montclair State Teachers College; Ber­ M; A.—Vocal Music, Glee Clubs, Band. Science, Guidance, Bulldog's Bark. litz School of Languages—German, English 11—Guidance, German Club, Bulldog's Bark. MR. F. TRUMAN BUCKELEW—Rutgers MR. CONDIT ATKINSON—Rutgers Uni- MRS. ADEE BENNETT—Alfred Univer­ University, B. S.; Montclair State versity; New Jersey Law School; Jul­ sity, B. A.; C. C. N. Y.—Latin, Guid­ Teachers College—General Science, liard Institute of Musical Arts; Eastern an ce. Guidance, Science Club. Conservatory of Music—Music, Direc­ tor of the School Band, School Dance MISS EVELYN CROWELL—Arnold Col­ Orchestra, Twirlers, Senior Adviser. lege, B. S. P. E.; Rutgers University B. S. E. Ed. — Physical Education, MR. JOHN B; CASSELL—Arnold Col­ MISS MATILDA CODELLA—Montclair Health, Driver Education—G. A. A., lege, B. S.; Seton Hall, M. A.—Physi­ State Teachers College, B. A.—Junior Red Cross, Cheerleading, Intra-murals, cal Education, Health, Varsity Club, High Science—Junior High Science Senior Adviser, Physical Education De­ Track. Club, Seventh Grade Adviser. partment Chairman. MISS RUGH CHRISTENSEN — Mont­ clair State Teachers College, B. A.— MR. FRANCIS X. CONSTANTINE—Up­ MISS ELSIE DENNY—Rider College, General Mathematics, Algebra, Senior sula College, B. S.; New York Univer­ B. S.—Commercial—Senior Adviser, Mathematics—Freshman Adviser. sity—World History—Student Govern­ Secretarial Assignments, Bulldog's m ent. Bark.

MISS FLORENCE de VRIES—Newark MRS. LAILAH FELDMAN — Montclair MISS CAROL FLOMERFELT—New Jer­ State Teachers College; Rutgers Uni­ State Teachers Colleae, B. A.—English sey College for Women, B. S.—Physi­ versity, B. S. Ed.; University of Michi­ III, Public Speaking. cal Education. Intra-murals, Senior gan, M. A. Ed.; Trenton State Teachers A dviser. College, B. L. S.—Librarian, Library MR. MORTON GRAHAM—Trinity Col­ Council. MR ARCHIE ELLIOTT—University of MRS. PATRICIA FLOOD — Georgian lege, B. A.; Columbia Teachers Col­ Nebraska, B. S.; University of Colo­ Court College. B. S.—History, Geogra­ lege, M. A.—French—Guidance, French rado, M. S.; Columbia University, M. phy—Junior Hall Patrol, Guidance, Club, Assembly Committee. Language A.—Mathematics—Junior Advisor, Na­ Adviser to Supreme Court. Department Chairman. tional Honor Society, Mathematics De­ partment Chairman. MRS. MILDRED HILLEY-SWANK — Temple University; University of Penn­ MISS LOUISE HAITSCH—Upsula Col- MR. HENRY A. HASSEL—Trenton State sylvania; Rutgers University — Com­ lege, B. A.; New York University, M. Teachers College, B. S. Ed.—Indus- mercial—The "Hub", Blue Letter. Bull­ A. — English IV-V — Senior Adviser, trial Arts, Carving Club. dog's Bark, Senior Adviser. Commer­ Literary Club, English Department cial Department Chairman. C hairm an. MR. GEORGE HARTLAND—Arnold Col­ MR. RAY HERB—Lebanon Valley Col­ MISS ANNE WINIFRED HYDO—Rider lege, B. S.; New York University, M. lege, B. A.; Penn State; Rutgers Uni­ College, B. S.; Columbia University; A.—Director of Athletics. versity, M. Ed.—U. S. History II—Guid­ Rutgers University, M.Ed.—Commercial ance, Social Studies Department —Guidance, Future Teachers, Senior Chairm an. Adviser, F. B. L. A. Club. MR. DANIEL JACKLER—New York Uni­ MR. G. ELWOOD JONES, MISS LORRAINE KEMBLE — Trenton versity, B. S., M. A.-*--American History State Teachers College, State Teachers College, B. S.—Physi­ —Supreme Court, Co-ordinating Coun­ bia Teachers College, M. cal Education, Health—Intra-murals, cil, Junior Adviser. University—English III, Junior Adviser. lish. Blue Letter.

MRS. HANNAH JESSEN—West Chester MR. JAMES KELLY—Montclair State MR. CLIFFORD KILIAN—University of State Teachers College; Rutgers Uni­ Teachers College, B. A. — English — Dubuque, B. S.; University of Wis­ versity, B. S. Ed. — Mathematics — Baseball, Basketball, Junior High Ad­ consin; Columbia University, M. S.; Junior High Adviser, Homeroom Club. v iser. Montclair State Teachers College, Woods Hole Marine Biological Institute —Biology, Chemistry, Biology Club, Chemistry Club, Senior Adviser, Science Department Chairman. MISS JOHANNA KUZMICH—New Jer­ MR. JOHN MARCASON—Trenton State sey College for Women, A. B.—Eng­ Teachers College, Rutgers University, lish, World History — Freshman Ad­ M. A.; New York University—Indus­ MRS. MILDRED MINOR — Rider Col­ viser, Bulldog's Bark. trial and Fine Arts—Industrial and lege, B. S. Rutgers University—Com­ Fine Arts Chairman. mercial—School Bank.

MR. LAWRENCE LITTMAN — Rutgers MR. GEORGE MICKETT—Rutgers Uni­ MR. JOHN MORGAN—Montclair State University, A. B.; Montclair State versity, B. S.. M. Ed.—Co-ordinator of Teachers College—Physics, Algebra, Teachers College, A. B., A. M.—Eng­ Guidance. Co-ordinator of Co-curri- lish II—Sophomore Adviser, Senior General Mathematics—Junior Adviser, cular Activities—Psychology Club. Integral Club. Play, Footlighters.

MR. PAUL NIELSEN—Rutgers Univer­ MISS MAXINE ROCKOFF—New Jersey MR. JOHN TOTIN—Rutgers University, sity, B. S.; Columbia Teachers Col­ State Teachers College at Newark, B. A. B., M. A.; Temple University—Eng­ lege, M. A.—Science, Visual Aids De­ S.; Columbia University School of lish—Football. partment—Visual Aids Club. Painting and Sculpture—Art—Art Club.

MRS. JEAN VAN SICKLE—New Jersey MISS ANN PINDA—Jersey City State MRS. BEVERLY SAVIDGE—New Jersey Teachers College; Montclair State College for Women, B. S.;—Cooking, College for Women. B. S.; Syracuse— Family Living—Hostess Club, Sopho­ Teachers College, B. A.—Mathematics, Home Economics—Sewing Club. Science—Seventh Grade Adviser. more Adviser.

MR. ROBERT A. WITHEY—Rutgers Uni­ MRS. EMILY CURRIE—Monmouth Mem­ versity. B. S.—World Geography— orial Hospital School of Nursing; Seton MISS ANNA CORNELL—Rider College Football, Basketball, I. R. C., Guid­ Hall—School Nurse. —Administration Secretary. an ce. DR. JOHN WITMER—Penn State Col- B. S.; Long Island College Medi­ MISS MILDRED LEIS—High School Sec- MISS JANET STORER—Assistant Clerk cal Hospital, M. D.—School Physician. retary. to Administration.

Class Officers

CHARLES FITCH GLORIA AHEARN "Charlie" "Gloria" Charlie is enthusiastic about out­ An immaculately groomed fashion- door sports, basketball, and experi­ plate, a shining smile, a mirthful menting with cars. An elegant pixie, all rolled into one gal, is dresser, our Mr. Senior Class Presi­ Gloria. Eyes sparkling like twin dent, with his suave manners, is sapphires, Gloria creates a cheerful going places. "Young and tall and atmosphere wherever she goes. This very handsome." pretty little miss deserves all she President oi the Sophomore and asks of life. "Like a cricket, happy, Senior classes. Courtesy Patrol, Blue active." Letter. Footlighters, Glee Club. Vice President of the Freshman, Senior Play. Basketball. Bowling, All Class Dances. Sophomore, Senior Classes, Blue Letter, Bulldog's Bark, Legislature, Courtesy Patrol, G.A.A., Glee Club, Senior Play, All Class Dances.

BARBARA CHRISTOPH "Bobsy" 'A carefree smile shall lead the way"—if Bobsy's not at a football or basketball game, she's probably reading one of Zane Grey's western books. Her dependability won her the position of Senior Class Treasur­ er, but most of us think of Bobsy as a carefree personality. Senior Class Treasurer. Courtesy Pa­ MARILYN BAUMLIN trol, Blue Letter Business Manager, "Marilyn" P.T.A., German Club, I.R.C., Literary "She dwells in a world of happiness Club, Senior Play, Basketball, Base­ ball. and mirth." Marilyn and ludy al­ ways have rollicking good times. Marilyn's pretty face and talented twirling greatly enhance our squad. She radiates optimism. Senior Class Secretary. Blue Letter, Twirler, Bowling, All Class Dances,

10 June's neat sweaters and Eleanor's blond wavy hair, skirts reflect her passion “peaches and cream" com­ for lovely clothes. During plexion and blue eyes give study halls she suppresses her the appearance of an a desire for chocolate cake angel Her special talent This petite blonde is gifted is roller skating; her spe­ with a big personality. cial friend is Jean. El's June and Lois often make JUNE ANDERSON ELEANOR BARTHELMES hidden humor is brought a committee of two. "And “June" "El" out to those who know her her hair was like the sun­ well. shine." Blue Letter, Red Cross Com­ mittee, The Hub. Blue Letter. German Club, The Hub, I.R.C., Literary Club, Senior Play.

With an ash blonde halo, hazel eyes, and stately form, Elaine has long been A rose petal complexion a familiar figure as one of and smoked ebony waves our twirlers. A helping complement Evelyn's bright hand to all, Elaine is one twinkling eyes. Her very of the truly sweet and gen­ talk is tinged with laugh­ uinely sincere people it's a ter and gaiety; her outlook pleasure to know. on life is truly happy-go- Vice President Freshman lucky. “Why aren't they Class, Twirling, French all contented like me?" Club, Glee Club, Latin Club, Music Appreciation, EVELYN ANDRES ELAINE BECK All Class Dances. "Ev" "Elaine"

JUNE BALDSIEFEN ALEXANDER J. BERTA “June" “Alex"

A long pageboy tossing beneath a high fur hat will always recall our graceful "I am the master of my fate, leader of the band. June's I am the captain of my sweet sincerity and gra­ soul." Good natured and cious charm have endeared affable, Alex has a pleas­ her to all. Poets write of ing smile and a good such deep blue eyes and word for everyone. He re­ Tong lashes, holding a mes­ vels in fun and glories in sage only for one. laughter, but he does not Secretary of Freshman hesitate to venture a ser­ Class, Twirling, Drum Ma­ jorette, G.A.A., Latin Club, ious opinion. Senior Play, All Class Student Government, Glee Dances. Basketball, Base­ Club. Sophomore Dance. ball, Volleyball. 11 Tiny, cute, and natural in Racing around in that yel­ manner, Jo is one of our low Ford convertible or busiest little cheerleaders. found among those at the Her handling of her Ply­ Teamster's Rendezvous is mouth convertible shows our blue eyed, blond an instinct for mischief and haired, Eddie. Hunting, fish­ fun. She loves her sports ing, swimming, and roller and tricks and is forever skating are included among waiting for Tony. JOHANNA BISOGNO E. K. BRAZINA, III his favorite pastimes. Blue Letter, Cheerleading, "Jo" "Eddie" Footlighters, G.A.A., Glee Club, The Hub, Bowling, Track, Senior Play, Dances: Freshman, Sophomore. Tumbling, Basketball, Baseball.

Bernie would like to attend Rutgers and study to be a sociologist, following a ca­ reer for which she was One just couldn't fail to made. The spirited girl notice Ray's ever-present, behind the loudest drum charming smile. Besides in the M. H. S. band is playing football, baseball, Bernie. "Actions mightier and basketball, he's a whiz than boastings." in history and is also very Bulldog's Bark, Band, Glee adept at making quick and Club, Hostess Club, The clever retorts. For the fu­ Hub, Baseball, Freshman ture, he plans to go into Dance, Junior-Senior Prom. radio work. RAYMOND BORUP BERNICE BROWN Varsity Club, Basketball, "Ray" Baseball, Football. “Bernie"

ANN RUTH BRADSHAW KENNETH BURTON "Ann" “Kenny" One of the great men on our football field and a New Marketeer, Kenny is Even though Annie is ac­ also a weight lifter. When­ tive in all sports, she re­ ever there's a job to be tains her femininity. She done, ask Kenny. He'll al­ is usually found in the gym ways help. He can usually chattering with the other be found talking, for he's Annie. When speaking ser­ seldom without words. iously, she says she would Courtesy Patrol, Hall Pa­ like to go to night school trol. Blue Letter. Band, A Cappella Choir, Footlight­ to study secretarial work. ers, Glee Club. Psychol­ G.A.A., Glee Club, The ogy Club. Senior Play. Hub. Basketball, Baseball, Baseball, Football, Indoor Modern Dancing, Tumbl­ and Outdoor Track. All ing, Volleyball, Sophomore Class Dances. Dance, Junior-Senior Prom. 12 < A sprightly little elf, Susy An expressive face with a is as merry as the day is creamy complexion and a long. She is sometimes neat dark coiffure, is Lee. gay, sometimes quiet and She's the possessor of a always has a certain dig­ fine artistic touch burst­ nity. Sue is generally ing with individuality. found in Gloria's company. Her peppy personality "Thy modesty is a candle SUZANNE CAMERON LAURA LEE CLOWES with such great enthusi­ to thy virtue." “Susy" “Lee" asm and exuberance is Legislature, Blue Letter, an asset to any group Cheerleading, Literary she's in. Club, Senior Play, Basket­ Class President JuniorYear. ball, Baseball, All Class Legislature, Secretary of Dances. Assemblies. Blue Letter. Glee Club, Latin Club, Mu­ sic Appreciation Club. Se­ nior Play. Sophomore Dance, Junior-Senior Prom Glee Club, The Hub, I.R.C., Psychology Club, Junior-Senior Prom.

Faith she was named, and faithful she is. There was never a more sincere and true person. Always joking Frank is a friendly student, and friendly, she creates a person who loves jokes. laughter wherever she He's never failed us in goes. “Smile and the world having one ready at the smiles with you." FAITH CAMPANOLA FRANCIS CONSTANTINE proper time. He's a friend The Hub, Literary Club, “Faith" “Frank" Sophomore Dance, Junior- to all his schoolmates. Senior Prom.

OTTO CIFRODELLI JUDITH COPPOLA “Otto" “Judy"

Life can never be mono­ tonous if Judy is around. Snapping eyes, acrobatic talent, and a boundless re­ Though he plans to be a source of pep and energy mechanic, he has proved in characterize Judy's person­ cooking class that he could ality. “But Mr. Jones —" be a chef if he cared to. 'Not one day of her youth Otto's easy ways and dark is wasted." flashing eyes are known to Twirling, Glee Club, The all. Hub, I. R. C„ Psychology Glee Club, Baseball. Track. Club, Junior-Senior Prom. Freshman Dance. 13 . A stunning brunette, a ver­ “I have a heart with room itable Jack-in-the-box, Julie for every joy" Dot fre­ seems to attract embarrass­ quently may be found in ing moments, especially at Herbie's Sweet Shop. On the shore. She'll never be many happy occasions she lost for words. Her keen has the chance to visit her sense of humor labels her beloved North Carolina. a natural for comedy roles. LOIS CREVELING DOROTHY DeVAUGHN She plays a good game of "Her blue eyes . . . blue "Julie" “Dot" basketball. lakes among the rushes.” G.A.A., Glee Club. The Bulldog's Bark, Chemistry Hub, Basketball, Baseball, Club, Footlighters, French Hockey, Modern Dancing, Club, G.A.A., Latin Club, Soccer, Square Dancing, Senior Play, All Class Tumbling, Volleyball. Dances.

Forever gayly flirting, this tall, well dressed, clean cut Secretary of Interior is al­ ways busy, yet he's al­ Bruce is a fellow who ways ready for a laugh. would do anything for Jim, with his ’’good-friend" anyone. A friend to all, nature, is a popular letter Bruce is loads of fun, man. ’’He is a fox in coun­ and makes all around him cil." feel as if they've known Secretary of Interior, Leg­ him for years. Though his islature, Junior Class Vice- movements are lethargic, President, Courtesy Patrol, he usually accomplishes P.T.A. Council, Blue Letter, his aim. Bulldog's Bark, Footlighters. Glee Club, Library Coun­ Patrol, Blue Letter, Visual cil, Senior Play, Varsity Aids. All Class Dances. Club, Basketball, Football. Sophomore Dance, Junior- Senior Prom.

IDA DEGAN NANCY DIXON "Ida" "Nancy"

Her ways are full of pleas­ Black waves and a pale antness. Ida has a sweet complexion are high-light­ shyness that has captured ed by the dark, dreamy all our hearts. Her tran­ eyes of this cute brunette. quil nature and soft-spo­ The life of the party, Nance ken manner are pleasing has that special way of assets of an already de­ saying, ’’Hi-Ya!" "Joy lightful person. beams out from top to French Club, F.T.A.. The toe." Hub, Library Council, Lit­ Blue Letter. The Hub, Se­ erary Club, Psychology nior Play, Senior Dance, Club. Junior-Senior Prom.

14 "The force of her own mer­ A very intelligent fellow, it makes her way." Her Micky is interested in math eyes glow with laughter, and science. His serious her sparkling sense of hu­ moods are broken by his mor is admired and en­ dry humor. Micky's level joyed by all. She'll never head will keep him straight know less than success. on the road to success. Some follow, some lead "With the shout of song Ann leads. and triumph." Freshman, Sophomore MARGARET ANN DUNNE MARTIN N. FENCHYNSKY Hall Patrol, Student Ex­ Class Treasurer, Point and "Pooch" "Micky" change, Milk Committee, Awards Committee, Bull­ Chemistry Club, German dog's Bark, Biology Club, Club, Glee Club, Integral French Club, Footlighters, Club, Senior Play, Visual Latin Club, Literary Club, Aids Club, Cross-Country, Twirling (Soloist), Basket­ Indoor Track. Spring Track. ball. Baseball, All Class Dances.

Ingenuity is his password. Bob's excellent marks are Generally in Eleanor's a good advertisement for company, besides roller schools in his favorite skating, Jean likes to col­ Texas. Mechanically in­ lect rare movie star pic­ clined, he may be a fu­ tures. Her blue eyes are ture Edison in our midst. forever filled with laughter. His. quick wit and acting She plans to become a ability have enlightened general office worker. "Pa­ many an assembly. tience and gentleness are Secretary of State, Su­ power." preme Court, lunior Class Footlighters, The Hub, Red Treasurer, Hall Patrol, Blue ROBERT EDELMAN JEAN FENDEIS Cross Committee. Letter. Bulldog's Bark, "Bob" “Jeannie" Chemistry Club. Glee Club. I.R.C., Senior Play, Visual Aids, Bowling, All Class Dances.

PETER C. ESPENSCHIED GAIL FISHER "Pete" "Fish''

Pete's interests in sciences, Pert and mischievous, Gail math and languages have is known for her high jump made him known through­ and high jinx. With a flare out the Senior class as an for .singing and acting, she excellent student. His has entertained on our friendly, quiet manner stage many times. Broad­ makes all who know him way, here she comes! "Ever well, like him. "Deeds are sighing . . . ever singing," better things than words she is always friendly and are." well disposed. Legislature, Coordination Student Coordination Council. Concession Com­ Council, Cheerleader, Foot­ mittee, Chemistry Club, In­ lighters, F.T.A., G.A.A., tegral Club, Senior Play, Glee Club. Senior Play, Visual Aids Club, Sophomore Dance. 15 He lives in a world of mu­ Rose is a brunette beauty sic. This carefree lad al­ who is always chattering ways has a smile for ev- away. She has a bubbling e'ryone and a pleasant enthusiasm for all she "Hi." Nat intends to be a does. She would make an musician or a drafter. "He, ideal private secretary. the best of all musicians." "The rule of my life is to Student Government, Band, NATHANIEL A. FLOYD ROSE GRECCO make business a pleasure, Baseball, Indoor Track. "Nat" “Rose" and pleasure my business." Legislature, Blue Letter. G.A.A., F.B.L.A, Hostess Club. The Hub, I.R.C., Lit­ erary Club, Psychology Club, Senior Play. Basket­ ball, Baseball.

"I'll speak to thee in si­ Ah, for such dazzling eyes lence." A quiet disposition, and shiny hair! Her natu­ thoughtfulness, and consi­ ral manner is an attribute deration of others mark a which many work hard to true gentleman. An easy obtain. "Whatsoever thy going chap, Phil possesses hand findeth to do, do it a pleasant, smooth person­ with all thy might." ality and a genuine smile. Legislature, Footlighters, Blue Letter, Chemistry The Hub, Library Council, Club, Literary Club, Senior Literary Club, Baseball, Ju­ Play, Bowling. nior-Senior Prom. PHILIP F. FROMHERTZ ENID HAHL "Phil" "Enid" ©

HELEN M. GALAZIN JOAN HALL "Helen" “Joan" m A blushing belle, this sweet lass can be recog­ nized by her inevitable chatter. She's mighy handy at sewing. A needle, some "I've got an idea. Let's do thread, a swatch of cloth, something different," that's and ftesto! A new crea­ our Helen. She's full of tion! "Hey Helen, gue3s life and lovable smiles, what?!" claims laughter is the best Blue Letter, Bulldog's Bark, G.A.A., Hostess Club. The medicine, and when the Hub, I.R.C., Literary Club, laughter is from Helen, we Music Appreciation Club. think so tool Psychology Club. Senior Play, Basketball, Baseball. I Square Dancing, Sopho­ more Dance. 16 Pete's pleasing personality Track champ, hard worker mixed with quietness and and real friend, "Mr. Edi­ shyness is appreciated by tor" is admired by all. all. "Just played a hunch." "Love me, love my Bull­ His hunches are usually dog's Bark." George is al­ worth playing. "Will ride ways present with a kind the thunderbolt to Heaven." thought and a pleasant A lover of field and stream, word for everyone. His he's quite the outdoor man. scowl is no less famous than the twinkle in his eye. P. WILSLEV HANSEN G. E. HOLLINGSHEAD Student Government Ex­ “Pete" "George" change, Legislature, Bull­ dog's Bark (Editor-in-chief), German Club, Glee Club, Library Club, Varsity Club Cross Country, Indoor Track, Junior-Senior Prom.

"Hoopsy" is one of our First to come and last to most vivacious cheerlead­ leave, Connie admits the ers who helps cheer our shore is her special love. team on to victory. A busy Sedate and dignified, but little bee, she's known for never lacking a pleasant her sincere smiles and smile and a cheerful word, bashful blushes. Friend­ Connie and Hilda are ship is her password. "She many times found together. freely spends the coins of "She is of a quiet disposi­ friendliness." tion." Legislature, Blue Letter, Band, Senior Play, Basket­ Point and Awards Commit­ ball, Sophomore Dance. tee, Cheerleading, Chemis­ try Club, Footlighters, CONSTANCE HARTFELDER JANET HOOPS F.T.A., G.A.A., Literary “Connie" "Hoopsy" Club, Psychology Club, Se­ nior Play, Basketball, Base­ ball, All Class Dances, Lat­ in Club.

HILDA HOFFMAN ELVERA HUMPHRIES “Hilda" “Vera"

Her quietness is deceiving. Her short hair and neat earrings are very becoming Jolly and full of fun, Hilda Good books fascinate her. can generally be seen with Elvera cherishes hopes of Connie, Pat, and Beverly. a nursing career, and she Among sports, driving and will succeed because what ice skating are her favor­ she has to do, she does ites. She displays unusual well. Elvera will certainly earrings. Hilda plans a fu­ attain her goals. ture in secretarial work. Blue Letter, French Club, Footlighters Club. G.A.A., The Hub, Literary Club, Glee Club. The Hub. Psychology Club, Basket­ ball. 17 Tony is known around "Great thoughts come from school for his quick wit, the heart." Frank has his quick smiles, and quick quiet moods but often dis­ laughter, to say nothing of plays an unlimited amount his quick blushes. His red­ of wit and humor. Look­ dish hair and freckles go ing before he leaps, Frank perfectly with his gay mis­ is not one to jump blindly chievous personality. TONY HUTSON FRANCIS ILLUZZI into something, as is re­ "Something about him "Tony" "Frank" vealed by his slow, sure which laid hold upon the smiles. heart." Senior Play, Varsity Club, Patrol, Legislature, Blue Cross - Country, Indoor Letter, Bulldog's Bark, Foot­ Track, Outdoor Track. ball Manager, All Clas3 Dances.

This good - looking blond Gail's "Sonny-side-up" dis­ athlete with his devilish position, and softly spoken antics and wonderful per­ words go well with that sonality has the ambition perfect wardrobe. She pos­ to become a farmer. His sesses artistic talent with­ motto is “enjoy life"; with out the temperament. his gay laugh, and friendly "With the beauty of the smile he helps others en­ starlight." joy it, too. "With the tro­ Blue Letter, Twirling, Foot- phies of the battle." lighters, Glee Club, Danc­ BETTE GAIL HUTTON ZONY JOHNSON es: Sophomore, Junior-Se­ Baseball. "Gail" "Zony" nior Prom.

Q JOYCE HYLDAHL JULIA J. KARLEWSKI "Tootsie" "Julia"

A p(r)etty girl with plenty of p(r)ep, Joyce's captivat­ ing smile and china blue If there ever was a true eyes have won the hearts friend with a nature as of everyone. Her unusual "good as gold" it’s Jul. giggle is recognizable even She can be found by the among a crowd. Joyce is "How's everything?" smile. always very tastefully and When there is fun to be fashionably attired. had, just call on Julie. Legislature, Hall Patrol. "Saw a tall and slender Blue Letter, Bulldog's Bark. maiden." Band, Twirling, A Cappel- Legislature, Student Secre­ la Chorus. Footlighters, tary, G.A.A., the Tub, Mu­ French Club. Glee Club, sic Appreciation Club, Latin Club, Basketball, Baseball. Freshman Dance. 18 4 111 Possessor of a rich, reson­ Words flow in an endless ant voice, George has of­ avalanche from her lips. ten thrilled us with his ex­ Knutty is always the one citing vocal renditions. His in the midst of the group. dancing ability also de­ During the winters, she re­ serves mention. Truly so­ gales us with fairy tales of phisticated, he has dignity the gay days at the shore. in his every gesture. "Tell "Mirth and madness, fun us now a tale of wonder." and frolic." GEORGE V. KEDROWSKY BARBARA KNUDSEN Legislature, Chief of Pa­ Supreme Court, Point and trols, Chemistry Club, Glee "George" "Knutty" Awards Committee, Blue Club, Literary Club, Var­ Letter, Bulldog's Bark, Foot- sity Club, Visual Aids lighters, F.T.A., Latin Club, Club, Baseball, Football, In­ Literary Club, Senior Play, door Track, Spring Track, All Class Dances. Sophomore Dance.

"Knowledge comes, but widom lingers." Our "Little "One thing is forever good; Miss Haitsch" keeps us in that one thing is success." gales of laughter with her A modest yet talented writ­ hilarious monologues, Her er and songstress, Judy has dynamic and friendly per­ the distinction of being the sonality refuses to let her highest strutter in our twirl­ be passed by unnoticed. ing squad. Her power of Chris has a remarkable concentration creates an in­ ability in choosing words. ner strength. Legislature. Bulldog's Bark. Legislature, Courtesy Pa­ Footlighters. Literary Club. trol, Blue Letter, A Cap- Baseball, Dances: Fresh­ pella Choir, French Club, JUDITH C. KINGMAN CHRISTINE KOKENYESSY man and Sophomore. F.T.A., Glee Club, Latin "Judy" "Chris" Club. Literary Club, Glee Club, All Class Dances.

MARGARET KNIGGE ARLENE KOSSICK "Are"

"Talk with me, laugh with me, I despise silence" apt­ Bursting energy, quick ly portrays the sophistica­ smiles a n d mischievous ted miss, who's hobby is winks have led us all to playing the piano. Al- anticipate eagerly her though effervescent de­ ready jokes. A zest for liv­ scribes Arlene, always in ing and a willingness to the midst of the social work hard should insure whirl, she is a realistic her success in both her philosopher. theatrical aspirations and Bulldog's Bark, Cheerlead­ nursing career. ing, Footlighters, Glee Footlighters, German Club, Club, The Hub, I.R.C., Lit­ Literary Club. Psychology erary Club, Psychology Club, Basketball, Sopho­ Club, G.A.A., Basketball. Tumbling, All Class Danc­ more Dance. es. 19 Joan, with that tiny, tiny waist, and long, long hair, has a unique air of sophis­ "In friendship I early was tication about her. Her tall taught to believe." With and stately figure reminds Helen and Evelyn as her one of a goddess. She's constant companions, Dot very attractive with a laughs her way through brain, besides "Divinely school life Soft spoken, tall, divinely fair, a daugh­ Dot is not one to waste ter of the. gods." her words. DOROTHY KREMPA JOAN S. LAMPARTER Student Government, Pres­ The Hub, Baseball. “Dot" "Joan" ident Freshman Class. Blue Letter, Bulldog's Bark, A Cappella Choir, Chemistry Club, French Club, Foot- lighters, Glee Club, Liter­ ary Club, Special Glee Club, Senior Play, All Clas3 Dances.

Her bright hair and deep Alex c a n generally be tan are an unbeatable found laughing and joking combination. Never with­ with the other Alex of the out a cheerful smile, Carol class of '54. He's very radiates happiness. Her in­ proud of that car of his dustry and sincerity are and likes to putter with it qualities we admire. She'll in his spare time. “Good never lack companionship. humor is always a suc­ "The Great Spirit has made cess." you pleasant to the eye." Carving Club. Senior Play, Student Coordinator, Sec­ Bowling, All Class Dances. ALEXANDER KUDRON CAROLYN LANKEY retary Junior Class Bull­ "Alex" "Carol" dog's Bark, Flag Twirling, Chemistry Club, German Club, Footlighters, Senior Play, Basketball. Baseball, Dances: Sophomore, Junior- Senior Prom.

A boy who hails from New Market, who always has He's a special gift to the an answer, who loves his football coach and is one Buick but wants a Caddy of the New Market boys. —Harry. He's a teacher's There is a devilish air torment with those white about Eddie, and he is mice in Public Speaking. If everybody's buddy. "His it’s not hunting, it's fishing. reasoning is full of tricks." His saying, "What-ya fig­ Hall Patrol, Latin Club. ure, you crazy Bub?", is a Varsity Club, Baseball, current whim. Freshman Dance.

20 Pete is tops in basketball and baseball; and likes to To those who understand, find out what makes things silence is often more elo­ tick. His twinkling blue quent than words. There's eyes, charming smile, and mischief afoot and there's unforgettable personality Joe and Harry. Good things keep him in the spotlight. are sure to come to those "Wooed them with his who wait. "Still he did not smile of sunshine." Student Coordination Coun­ PETER S. LIPP JOSEPH C. MARTINEAU leave his laughing." cil, Supreme Court, Cour­ "Pete" "Joe" Band. tesy Patrol, Varsity Club, Senior Play, Basketball, Baseball, Track, Dances: Sophomore.

"Modesty seldom resides in Our Gym Teacher's "Big a person who is not en­ Jim" is a real craftsman. riched with nobler virtues." Though owner of a deep His good natured teasing voice and husky body, he's and congenial personality a pal and a gentle friend along with his "sticktoit- to all. His special interest iveness" have made him is stamps. "He that is one of the most respected slow to anger is better and best liked members of than mighty." our class. Whenever we President of Stamp Club. have a question to ask about bowling or cars, we ask Bill.

ODETTE MARTIN NETTIE McGRIFF "Odette" “Nettie"

Odette's frolicksome smile lights her whole face. A Nettie's soft southern gal with animation plus speech betrays her native and chock full of chatter, Georgia. She has earned Odette has never a word­ many athletic honors and less moment. Her heart is is the spark of Senior young and gay. "Youth girl's basketball team. Her comes but once in a life­ friendly attitude has won time." her many friends among A Cappella Choir, G.A.A., the students of M. H. S. Glee Club, Footlighters, A Cappella Choir, Glee Basketball, Baseball, Soph­ Club, Basketball, Baseball, omore Dance- Hockey.

21 "Write me as one who loves his fellow man", Ellen If there's a short cut to be is always ready to lend a found, Bill's sure to know hand. She surprises us it. A sly smile reveals a with an occasional mis­ devilish sense of humor chievous prank. Her happy beneath an innocent vis­ countenance will be a age. "A dog, a gun, and blessing in any sickroom a shack in the hills spells when she dons her white contentment." cap and uniform. Track. Courtesy Patrol, Chemistry Club. Baseball. Dances: Freshman, Sophomore.

Our "Little Pres.'' finds time when she is not work­ ing on behalf of the stu­ Joan's known for her nice dents to be a cheerleader disposition, (she's so easy bouncing with enthusiasm. to get along with), and her An all-round person with lovely gold curls. Among a friendly personality. Sol- her special interests are lace is a favorite with ev­ church work, expressing eryone. "She had a great spirit and could move her her wonderful artistic abil­ ity, and her Spanish mono­ people." Student Government Pres­ mania. "Life is real, life ident, Vice-President, Sec­ JOAN McINTIRE SOLLACE MOLINEUX is earnest.'' retary of Freshman and "Joan" "Sol" Sophomore Classes, Foot- lighters, F.T.A., Latin Club, Integral Club, Cheerlead­ ing, Basketball, Baseball. All Class Dances.

ANNA LOIS McQUEEN PATRICE MONAHAN “Lois" "Pat"

Always ready for fun and a good laugh is this mis­ chievous miss herself. Lois is always on the go in a Pat came to us this year most energetic way. Al­ from Westfield High. He is ways ready to lend a help­ a tall slender blond with ing hand, is our "Miss Mc­ a quick wit. His first love Queen." is being with the "Black G.A.A., Glee Club, The Hornet," his car. "Nothing Hub, Senior Play, Basket­ is impossible to a willing ball, Baseball, Hockey. heart." Modern Dancing, Volley­ ball,

22 A loyal trackman and an Mike's services on the grid­ industrious third year iron and baseball diamond French student, Jimmy also will be sorely missed by includes collecting stamps future M. H. S.'ers. His and coins among his hob­ idea is: "Live every day bies. An intellectual fellow as it comes, the future and a good speaker, Jimmy will take care of itself." should succeed well in his He keeps company with chosen profession of law. fellow varsity men. JAMES A. MORAN MICHAEL J. MUHA Legislature, Supreme Court, Baseball, Football. Stamp Club, Latin Club, "Jimmy" "Mike" Varsity Club, Cross Coun­ try, Indoor Track, Spring Track, All Class Dances.

Betty seems to us a walk­ A player on the girls' bas­ ing paper doll. There is a ketball team, Mildred also hint of the exotic about enjoys singing in the Glee her. She and Pat will al­ Club. She can usually be ways remain steadfast seen strolling down the friends. "Dignity and halls in the midst of the charm are hers." two Anns. Noon time she Glee Club. The Hub, Sen­ is active in The Hub. ior Play, Basketball, Base­ ball, Track, Tumbling, Vol­ G.A.A., Glee Club, The leyball, Dances: Freshman, Hub, Basketball, Baseball, Sophomore. Hockey, Modern Dancing. Soccer, Square Dancing. Tumbling, Volleyball. MILDRED MOSELEY ELIZABETH MUHO "Milly" “Betty"

JOAN MOSKOWITZ DAVID NEEDHAM "Joan" "Dave"

Joan's a personality with Servant of the people, pro­ flaming red hair who gets tector of law and order. as much fun out of life as Dave will be remembered is possible. Joan, Mary, as a cheerful patrolman Peg and Shirley are fre­ and a veteran trackman. quently companions. She's His good looks and good always willing to do any services lead us to call task requested of her. him, "A man of wisdom Blue Letter, Bulldog's Bark. and a passer of the peace F.B.L.A., Hostess Club, The pipe." Varsity Club, Basketball, Track. Student Exchange. Hub, Psychology Club, Sen­ Hall Patrol. Glee Club, A ior Play, Freshman Dance. Cappella Choir. 23 Geri can often be spotted among those numbered as With laughing eyes, our the Editor's slaves or in a perky little Ginger indulges band uniform. She's a re­ in her friendly flirting. Her markable combination of a scholastic ability and her young lady who can ex­ "Gingervating" personality plode with convulsive will always be valuable giggles and yet still assets. "Beauty is truth." achieve excellent grades. Blue Letter, Business Mana­ She's a true fan to the ger of Bulldog's Bark. Chemisry Club, Footlight- track team. GERALDINE R. NELSON ELIZABETH G. NORTHROP er's. The "Hub", Literary Legislature, Blue Letter, Club. Dances: Sophomore, Bulldog's Bark, Band, A "Geri" "Ginger" Junior-Senior Prom. Cappella Chorus, Chemis­ try Club, Creative Writing Club, Footlighters, French Club, Glee Club, Latin Club, Literary Club, Music Appreciation Club, Psycho­ logy Club, Senior Play, All Class Dances.

Barby, the willowy outdoor type, is always ready to lend a helping hand, which she offers with a smile. This A commercial whiz, Lois well dressed gal is very will be one of those- at interested in art and she the top in her chosen pro­ is very appreciative of ani­ fession as a secretary. She mals. Her first love is delights in all sports, mov­ horses, her second, her ies, and dancing. A sweet dog. and modest person, she Blue Letter Collection Man­ will make the grade on ager, German Club, Bas­ her ability alone. Always ketball, Baseball, Dances: seen with June. LOIS M. NELSON BARBARA R. OLIVER Freshman, Sophomore. "Lois" "Barby" Legislature, Blue Letter, Bulldog's Bark, F.B.L.A., German Club, The Hub, I.R.C., Literary Club, Seni­ or Play.

RICHARD NEWMAN DONALD PAGE "Dick" "Don"

Under his twenty - three sweaters and sixteen shirts "Speech is great, but si­ is harbored a piercing wit lence is greater." Dick can and sparkling sense of hu­ be found policing the halls mor. A bowling enthusiast, during school. He's a true Don is also true to the Florida fan. A man of few track team. Wiser today words, he does not waste than he was yesterday, his precious time in idle chat­ intelligence will always be ter. His humor sneaks out a great asset. unaware. Chemistry Club, Integral Courtesy Patrol, Hall Patrol, Club, Varsity Club, Base­ Dances: Freshman, Sopho­ ball, Cross Country, Indoor more. Track. 24 Peggy's blond attractive­ Soft natural waves frame ness is part of the charm a face lovely with warm of our popular cheerleader. brown eyes and a cameo Sincere and devoted, Peg­ complexion. Carol's infec­ gy will never desert a tious laughter complements friend in time of need. her appropriately serious Cheerleader, Footlighters. attitude toward her work. G.A.A., Glee Club, Latin "Those who work long and Club, Literary Club, Senior sincerely shall reap the Play, All Class Dances. MARGERY S. PEARSE CAROL A. POPPENDIECK fruits of success." "Peggy" “Carol" Legislature, Supreme Court Bulldog's Bark, French Club, Latin Club, Senior Play, All Class Dances.

Connie, with that devilish glint in her eye is a lik­ able, little miss wih a "A horse, a horse, my king­ "frantic" French accent. dom for a horse." Pat looks She has a way of squeez­ forward to hours filled with ing into every predicament horseback riding and skat­ and yet having everything ing during vacations. Her come out all right. aim on the baseball dia­ Bulldog's Bark, Chemistry mond rivals Furillo, Bobby, Club, Footlighters, French Sue, and Pat are the Club, Latin Club, Music Ap­ "Three Musketeers" of M. preciation Club. H. S. "Winning her way with extreme gentleness." PATRICIA F. PREHODKA CONSTANCE PEDERSEN Blue Letter, Bulldog's Bark. "Connie" "Pat" Student Secretary, Basket­ ball, Baseball.

WILLIAM S. F. POCHICK EMMA PUCA "Bill" "Em"

A glad personality and willingness to help all Bill is an affable fellow make Emma a wonderful who always greets you friend. She's originally a with a smile. He is a Brooklynite whose favorite good sportsman, a do-or- sport is roller skating. die fisherman, and quite a She's one of those rare hunter. The Senior Poll persons who likes every­ gives evidence of his pop­ one, and have an honest ularity among his class­ desire to help whomever mates. "Skilled in all the she can. craft of hunting." Glee Club. The Hub. Cross Country. Dances: Sophomore. Senior, lunior. Senior Prom.

25 "Learned of every bird its Suzi's vivacious personali­ language." Alfred is a man ty shines from everywhere. with a mind of his own. Music mad with bubbling His amiable and unsophis­ laughter, Suzi brings spir­ ticated manners are re­ ited happiness and gaiety freshing. He has a special to all close to her. She aptitude for mathematics. also finds quiet pleasure "Those who are cautious in reading a good book. seldom err." A1 under­ Blue Letter, Bulldog's Bark, stands that "He profits most ALFRED D. RABINSKAS SUSAN J. ROBEY Creative Writing Club, who serves best." "Al" "Sun" French Club, Latin Club, Psychology Club. Visual Aids.

Bob is all for having fun. The man behind the wheel Full of funny quips, Bob of the car is Don with his is known for his quick coveted driver's license. comebacks and humorous Though not a "natural" retorts. He also has a in typing, he may be said good deal of athletic abil­ to be persistent. A regular ity. "All the world loves at Saturday night Co-eds, a clown.'' he also enjoys bowling and Senior Play, Football, Jun­ basketball ior-Senior Prom, Blue Letter, Stamp Club. DONALD R. RALEIGH ROBERT L. ROSSI "Don" "Bob"

JOAN F. RIGGS HARRIETTE J. SAVAGE "Joannie" "Shadow" Joannie'^ tailored look straight from Vogue de­ picts what the well dressed secretary will wear. Al­ Harriette is a girl we can though known to be serious well admire. Her pet para­ sometimes, she's often hu­ keets may frown upon the morous, likable, always. beating of her drums, but She is a tricky typist, we're proud to have her whose delicately manicur­ in our band. Though very ed hands whiz lightly over interested, in music, Har­ the keyboard with amazing speed and accuracy. riette hopes to become an interior decorator. Blue Letter, Bulldog's Bark, Student Secretary, Hostess Courtesy Patrol, Bulldog's Club, The Hub, I.R.C., Psy­ Bark, Aeronautics Club. chology Club, All Class Glee Club, The Hub, Law Dances. Club, Dances: Sophomore. Freshman.

26 Don has an overwhelming Singing, dancing, and desire for learning, and a photography rate first place strong impulse to make his among Bobbie's main inter­ opinions known. His scho­ ests. Her friendly smiles lastic achievement is a would melt the coldest good start on whatever heart. "Good humor is path he chooses. goodness and wisdom com­ Chemistry Club, Integral bined." Club, Bowling, Cross Coun­ Blue Letter, Creative Writ­ try. DONALD SCHOETTLER BARBARA L. SORGENTO ing Club, G.A.A., Glee "Don" "Bobbie" Club, The Hub, Library Council, Senior Play, Junior-Senior Prom.

"Short'n Sweet with lots of Here's the man behind the spice," may be said of Jo- ball with his astounding Ann. Her favorite fashions runs. Here's a boy who include pencil-slim skirts, has personality, sportsman­ and wide leather belts. ship, and who always tries She’s helping to prepare to do his best. He is de- for a future in secretarial servingly well liked and work with her membership responds with a smile for in The "Hub." all. "Swift as an arrow." Bulldog's Bark, Glee Club, Varsity Club, Basketball, The Hub, All Class Dances. Baseball, Football, Track, Junior-Senior Prom.

JOAN SHILLINGFORD NELSON STALLINGS ”Jo-Ann" "Nellie"

EDNA M. SMITH RINAGAI STANLEY "Edna "Roni" Creative genius is indicat­ "l want to be a friend." ed in Roni's exquisite Edna is one of those people sketches. She not only who devote their time to draws well, but her acting helping others and "paint­ ability won her the lead ing the clouds with sun­ in the Senior Play, and her shine." She makes a hobby journalistic talents are on of tinkling those ivories. display in the "Bulldog's She is the faithful and fa­ Bark." vorite accompanist of our Legislature, Blue Letter, Glee Club. Bulldog's Bark, Creative Writing Club, Footlighters, Courtesy Patrol, Blue Letter, French Club, Glee Club, Band. A Cappella Choir, Latin Club, Literary Club, Aeronautics Club, Glee Music Appreciation Club, Club, The Hub. Psychology Club, Senior Play, All Class Dances.

27 A smart brunette with em­ "Tippy" keeps life lively. erald green eyes. Carol is There's never a dull mo­ one of the pace-setting se­ ment with Tip. His witty niors, sporting the latest remarks in the appropriate fashions before anyone moments have caused else. She's generally found many a case of uncontroll­ laughing with Shirley and able giggles. May he nev­ Joan. "All enjoy that power er lose his irrepressible which suits them best." sense of humor. Legislature, Blue Letter. CAROL F. STEIDLER JOHN TIMPANARO Chess Club, French Club. Glee Club, Hostess Club, "Carol" Literary Club, Cross-Coun­ The Hub. I.R.C.. Psychology try, Indoor Track. Club, Senior Play, All Class Dances.

"Wait until next year. Oh, "Feet as rapid as the riv­ those Bums." Besides base­ er." Bert is that rare com­ ball and the Dodgers, his bination of top-rate ath­ special love is his pride lete and excellent student. and joy "THE CAR." His Though talented, Bert is favorite pastime involves a unassuming, and his. mod­ piano and popular music. esty becomes him. Many Nothing disturbs his calm have found him a thought­ and cool headed attitude. ful and sincere friend. "Let nothing disturb thee." Secretary of Treasury, Blue Chess Club, German Club, Letter, Chemistry Club, Var­ Glee Club, Literary Club, sity Club, Basketball, Base­ Baseball. ball, Cross-Country, Track. WALTER TETSCHNER BERTRAND O. TOPPING “Walt" “Bert"

BEVERLY TRAVER RICHARD M. THOMPSON ”B*t" "Dick" "They're only great who The world knows little of are truly good." Beverly's its greatest men. Dick has thoughtfulness and consid­ been throughout high eration for others are duly school a ready and willing appreciated. Her ambition worker. Dick is one of our is to become a lawyer's aces on a basketball court. secretary. Roller skating is His love for pizza pie is a her hobby and we hope hobby in itself. she skates right to the Legislature. Secretary of Ac­ top in all she does. tivities, P.T.A. Council. Recording and Correspond­ Courtesy Patrol, Chemistry ing Secretary. Legislature. Club, German Club. Lit­ Blue Letter, Bulldog's Bark, erary Club, Senior Play! Footlighters, Glee Club, All Varsity Club, Basketball. Class Dances. Baseball, Bowling. Cross- Country, Indoor Track, Out­ door Track.

28 • * A smiling blonde with a A sweet personality and flair for art, with swimming, flaming curls team up to skiing, and music number­ make Rosemary a nice per­ ed among her interests is son to know. The source of Shirl. During -school she's her nickname "Red" is ob­ usually found with Carol vious. "Nothing is impos­ and Joannie. She has often sible to a willing heart." entertained us with her hill­ Blue Letter, Baseball, Dances: Freshman, Sopho­ billy number. more, lunior-Senior Prom. Blue Letter, Bulldog's Bark, SHIRLEY M. VAIL ROSEMARY VOIGHT A Cappella Choir, Glee "Shirl" "Red" Club, Hostess Club, The Hub, I.R.C., Psychology Club, Senior Play, Basket­ ball, Tumbling, All Class Dances.

Amazingly busy and bub­ bling over with enthusi­ asm, Tarcila keeps in close touch with everything go­ ing on at M. H. S. Snap­ ping eyes, Latin American rhythms, and ever dancing feet, present one of many A loyal M. H. L. rooter whc glimpses of our indepen­ never misses a game, Peg­ dent "Miss Editor." Her gy has school spirit which popularity is based on a is something to be proud formula called “sincerity." of. She's also the author Courtesy Patrol, Point and of many clever short stor­ Awards System, Editor-in- ies. Although she plans Chief of Blue Letter, Flag to be a secretary, we think Twirling, Biology Club, she'll become a celebrated F.T.A., Footlighters, Literary Club, Integral Club, Psy­ mystery writer. chology Club, Senior Play, The Hub, Psychology Club, Bowling, Junior- Senior Dances: Freshman, Sopho­ Prom. more.

When you hear "no stuff," you know Maggie's around She's a petite brunette with an enviable figure and a You can find Mary at every quaint sense of humor. football and basketball Maggie is rightfully proud game. Long, long black of her little Ford which she waves and warm brown drives so well. Her amia­ eyes are her distinguishing bility, kindness, and will­ features. "We New Market- ingness to help have won ites stick together." her many friends. The Hub, Psychology Club. Baseball, Dances: Fresh­ Blue Letter. Bulldog's Bark, man, Sophomore. G.A.A., The Hub, Senior Play, Basketball, Baseball, Track, Tumbling, Volleyball, All Class Dances.

29 A coach's dream, this big blonde "Swede" is as sen­ Serious fs the word for sational on a basketball Stuart. He's always ready court as he is on the grid­ to pitch in and help with iron. Oft times, the "Big flashing -smile is recogniz­ Guy" was the M. f f S. able to all. Such generos­ hero of the day. This good- ity is admirable; "What's looking athlete is a popu­ mine is yours." lar favorite in the class Courtesy Patrol, Bulldog's and school. Bark, Chemistry Club, Sen­ Varsity Club, Basketball, ior Play, Track, Dances: STUART R. WAGNER RICHARD WICKBERG Freshman, Junior-Senior Baseball, Football. Prom. "Stu" "Wicky"

Lou is a well dressed per­ son with a likable person­ ality. He likes swimming, A startling brunette, Pattie tennis, bowling, and photo­ sports vivid colors and very graphy. Usually seen becoming they are, too. everywhere in his '49 She breathes individuality. Chev, he is very cute and She has a style all her a true friend. His ambition own. Never, let it be said is to be an engineer. "An that she's at a loss for Eagle in sight." words. "Anybody have a Blue Letter, Chemistry piece of gum?" Club, Footlighters, Latin PATRICIA WEISSENBURGER LEWIS N. WILKINSON Club, Senior Play, Bowling. Legislature, Glee Club, The Spring Track. Hub, All Class Dances, “Pat" “Louie"

PATRICIA J. WHITELEY “Pat”

Forever flirting, this dark haired girl has shared many giggles with Betty. She has determined to walk in the path of Flor­ ence Nightingale. Her jolly chuckles will be a treat for her patients. "You be gay is the only way.” Band, Freshman Dance. 30

s E N \ f l H DID MOST FOR M. H. S. MOST POPULAR Sollace Molineux, Tarcila Vigil Jim Dickinson NOISIEST I Bob Rossi Dick Wickberg O R

MOST BASHFUL Eleanor Barthelmes, Bert Topping

BEST LOOKING BIGGEST FLIRTS Gail Hutton, Lee Clowes, Dick Wickberg Jim Dickinson BEST ALL-ROUND Tarcila Vigil, CUTEST Bert T°PPinST NICEST SMILE b es t d a n c er s WITTIEST Peggy Pearse, Gloria Aheara, Tarcila Vigil, Christine Kokenyessy. Pete Lipp Ray Borup George Kedrowsky Don Page MOST DEPENDABLE MOST SOPHISTICATED MOST LIKELY TO BEST DRESSED Tarcila Vigil, Joan Lamparter, SUCCEED Gail Hutton, George Hollingshead George Kedrowsky Sollace Molineux, Charlie Fitch Peter Espenschied

MOST ORIGINAL MOST ATHLETIC Roni Stanley, Anne Bradshaw, Nathaniel Floyd Dick Wickberg PEPPIEST Janet Hoops, Kenny Burton

CLASS COUPLE June Baldsieien, Charlie Fitch P o MOST STUDIOUS Carol Poppendieck, Peter Espenschied L L ’54

SEEN EVERYWHERE Tarcila Vigil, Lewis Wilkinson

BEST DRIVERS TEACHER'S PET Johanna Bisogno, Bob Rossi Bruce D'Andrade

33 Many Moons Mgo

Many moons ago, as a band of Freshmen, eligible to try out for the Footlighters, and we cautiously took our first steps down the to start our first day of cheerleading prac­ halls of the then unknown territory of Senior tice. This year we were finally allowed to High School. This year was not only our enter candidates in the battle for the office Freshman year, but also the half-way mark of vice-president of Student Government. of the century. For our class officers we With enormous enthusiasm we embarked on elected Joan Lamparter as president, with our campaigning, and as a result we en­ Elaine Beck as vice-president. Sollace Mol- joyed the distinction of having one of our ineux and Ann Dunne assisted as treasurer girls elected as vice-president. The follow­ and secretary. After a brief season of getting ing year she was to go on to become pres­ settled, we plunged into fierce battle with ident. Latin 1 and J. B. T. The "Wheel of Fortune" spun on the mag­ ic night of our Sophomore Dance, and we found ourselves swept into our Junior year. We were deluged by a torrent of Chemistry, Typing, sports, and plans for a Junior Prom. Since we did not have the usual Junior Dance, we had to plan the Prom without the benefit of the profits from an earlier dance. With "Midnight Cruise" as our theme, we planned a breath-taking Prom. In the course of an afternoon the Auditorium was transformed into a beautiful, sea-faring ship complete with gang-plank and life- preservers. That year Lee Clowes served as president, with Jim Dickinson assisting as vice-president. Carolyn Lankey acted as secretary, and Bob Edleman, as treasurer. In the fall of our Senior year we found ourselves occupying the place of honor in With great expectations we launched our the long house. Charles Fitch was again first class dance. Using "Apple Blossom elected as our chief, and Gloria Ahearn Time" as our theme, we gave Van Kirk again served as vice-president. The positions Auditorium the "new look" of spring flow­ ers and pastel streamers. We had the proud distinction of being the first Freshman class of Metuchen High School to engage a band. It seemed as if we had scarcely had a chance to turn around before we advanced one more rung on the ladder to become Sophomores. Charles Fitch was elected as president, with Gloria Ahearn as vice-pres­ ident, Sollace Molineux and Ann Dunne again acted as secretary and treasurer. Our Sophomore year saw the beginning of many things. The girls startled us with the latest fad—the poodle cut, while the boys appeared in plaid vests. Now we were first time that a cross country race was held during the half-time of an M. H. S. football game. To top everything off, the football team brought the season to a glorious cli­ max with a twenty-six to nineteen victory over Highland Park. Almost unbelievably fast the sands of time had slipped through our fingers, and we found ourselves trying on the Senior plumage of caps and gowns. All of us have looked forward to the moment of gradua­ tion, but now that it has arrived we can't help feeling twinges of regret. Finally we have come to the abrupt awakening that graduation night is the last time we walk down the aisles of Van Kirk Auditorium as high school students. We who have traveled the same trail for four short years are soon to separate to follow divergent paths, but we will never forget the years we have spent together. Metuchen High School has given us much, and it is our wish to be able to make her proud of us by aiming at worth-while goals and doing our best of secretary and treasurer were occupied by to make our arrows hit the mark. Marilyn Baumlin and Barbara Christoph. How we could have crammed so m uch, We knew this year would be the last time into four short years is a mystery to us, we were to act, dance, play, and study as but here we are, Seniors, on the brink of students of Metuchen High School. Realiz­ the processional to the strains of "Pomp ing this, we tried to make the most of and Circumstance." As we take part in the everythihng we did. Now we were entitled traditional ceremony of graduation our to Senior privileges. A lunch room was set minds will be filled with thoughts of mo­ aside for Seniors only. I doubt that any of ments we have enjoyed together. We will us will forget the day we first marched into journey on with countless happy memories. Assembly as Seniors. All through high school we had stood out of respect as other Senior classes marched in, but now we, our­ selves, were being honored by the under classmen. One of the highlights of our last year was the presentation of the play, "Best Foot Forward," by the Senior class. Our whole class contributed to the success of the play by being in the cast, acting as stage hands, prompters, "make-up" artists, or by selling tickets. A new custom was inaugurated this year. The varsity football squad elected a queen of football. She was crowned under an arch of batons at the Keyport game at Roosevelt Park. During the half-time of this game our cross country track team scored a victory over St. Benedict's harriers. This marked the

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Junior Class

Juniors today — Seniors tomorrow. How time has flown since you, the Class of '55, entered these halls in 1951! Games, dances, assembly programs, trips, club meetings, class discussions and friendly conversations will add to your store of inspirational memories. With your officers, Fred Molineux, president; Diane Flood, vice president; Pat Leiss, secretary; and Tom Graham, treasurer leading the way you have advanced towards your goals. This year we shared the gala Junior-Senior Prom you planned so thought­ fully, and next spring you will be the ones receiving engraved invitations to attend as guests of the next Junior Class. We leave in your hands the honor and responsibility of being seniors at M. H. S.

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JR. HIGH STUDENT GOVERNMENT This newly-formed government got off to a flying start this year by selecting its officers and staging its own assemblies. Under the guidance of Mrs. Bovers, President John B. Molineux, Vice President Bruce Ar- beiter and Secretary Joan Espenschied, our student government aims to provide practice for future citizens to function intelligently in a democracy.

Student Government

Many benefits for the students of Metuch- tives, met every Tuesday noon with Bill en High have been continued and new Frye presiding, Nancy Deisher serving as ones have been organized by the Student secretary, and Mr. Constantine acting as Government this year. Among these were a counselor. They endeavored to keep the senior honor lunch room, intramural sports school constitution up-to-date and to make at lunch time, a student coordinator ap­ any amendments that proved necessary. pointed in a new cabinet position, plans Grievances and suggestions for improve­ drawn up for a united fund in M. H. S. ment were discussed and bills were introduc­ and a get-acquainted program planned for ed by the homeroom representatives. The new students at the beginning of the new job of carrying out decisions of the Legisla­ school year. Perhaps the biggest accom­ tive Council rested with the Executive Coun­ plishment was the organization of a county cil or the Cabinet, whose members included sportsmanship crusade under the leader­ School President Sollace Molineux, Vice ship of Metuchen. President William Frye, and various sec­ The Legislature, our body of representa­ retaries appointed by the president. JUDICIARY SUPREME COURT & PATROLS The Judiciary Branch of the Student Gov­ The second task of the Supreme Court is ernment has two main departments: the Su­ to see that any new laws that the Student preme Court and the Patrols. The Supreme Government has written do not go against Court, consisting of two judges from every the constitution. The other department of grade and headed by the Attorney Gen­ the Judiciary Branch is the patrols, who eral, worked to emphasize the prevention work very closely with the Supreme Court. and elimination of any problems that might They enforce the laws of the school and lead to poor discipline. There are two main bring charges against offenders. functions of the Supreme Court. The first With Mr. Jackler as adviser and Robert task is trying offenders. When a person vio­ Nasianovich Attorney General, the judiciary lates a law or rules of the school, he is did an efficient job. Our success is indicated given a ticket or summons and must appear by the reduction of the number of offenders before the Supreme Court. He may plead this year. innocent or guilty. Our Supreme Court Our Student Government puts democracy works in a manner similar to that of the into action and develops good citizens. Civil and Federal Courts.

47 Bulldog Bark

To be on the staff of the Bulldog's Bark, Donald Cole, Managing Editor; Gary Ow­ a student must take the two-week journalism ens, Associate Editor; Nancy Deisher and course offered at the beginning of the year Edi Celko, Feature Editors; Joan Lamparter, and pass an exam creditably. The Bulldog's Copy Editor; Carol Poppendieck, Exchange Bark aims to provide the school with a news­ Editor; Ann Dunne, Advertising Manager; paper, to build school spirit, to provide an Carol Lankey, Circulation Manager; and organ for student opinions, to inform stu­ Betty Northrup, Business Manager. Other dents of school activities, and to afford prac­ faculty advisers were Mrs. Hilly-Swank, Miss tice in preparing journalistic copy for pub­ Kuzmich and Mrs. Bovers, all of whom took lication. M. H. S. will always remember care of the business end of the paper. At­ the various contests run by the Bulldog's tending the Columbia Scholastic Press and Bark. Miss Anker is guidance adviser. This the Temple University Press Contest is year the staff was headed by George Hol- among the annual events of the Bulldog's lingshead, Editor-in-Chief and Sports Editor; Bark. Blue Letter Staff

Editor-in-Chief...... Tarcila Vigil Wernik. Sports Write-ups: K. Burton, J. Dick­ Associate Editors...... Lewis Wilkinson, inson, Topping. Faculty Write-ups: E. Tony Hutson Humphries, S. Robey. Official Photographers. .. . Frey Sen Studio Class History: J .Kingman. Typing: J. An­ School Photographer: . . . Bruce D'Andrade derson, L. Nelson, D. Krempa, B. Hutchins, Business Manager .... Barbara Christoph C. Will. Advertising: J. Anderson, B. Chris­ Ass't. Business Mgr...... Lois Nelson toph, N. Dixon, D. Flood, B. Sorgento, J. Van Collection Manager ...... Barbara Oliver Pelt, L. Nelson. Collecting: G. Ahearn, J. An­ Ass't. Collection Mgr...... Joan Moskowitz derson, E. Barthelmes, S. Cameron, J. Fen- Secretary ...... Joyce Hyldahl deis, R. Grecco, J. Hall, H. Hoffman, J. Hoops, B. Knudson, D. Krempa, C. Lankey, B. Nor­ Art: R. Stanley, R. Alicino, L. Clowes, G. throp, D. Raleigh, E. Smith, M. Smith, R. Hutton. Senior Write-ups: J. Lamparter, J. Voight. Faculty Adviser: Mr. G. Elwood Bisogno, A. Kossick, O. Martin, G. Nelson, Jones, Jr. Business Adviser: Mrs. M. Hilley- C. Steidler. Club Write-ups: B. Sorgento, M. Swank. Band, Twirlers

"There is something about a home town band." The M. H .S. Band played at all of the games in the "53" season of football. Remember those crazy costumes worn in the Halloween Parade, and the happy faces on everyone when the Band brought Santa Claus to town? You will all agree that this year's Spring Festival was the greatest yet. Mr. Atkinson (Mr. A.) was, as usual, always at their side. Our high strutting twirlers who not only accompanied the band but also performed at football games, pep rallies, parades, and annual spring concerts will never be forgot­ ten. June Baldsiefen was this year's stun­ ning majorette who drilled with the band at every practice and added that extra special spice and pep. Oh, yes! One is not enough for soloist Ann Dunne. She showed other schools how twirling is really done with two batons. The rest of our high stepping squad consisted of: Carmella Easso, Linda Lochs, Helen Dem- arest, Diane Flood, Phyllis Ten Eyck, Nancy Crawford, Elaine Beck, Judy Coppola, Judy Kingman, Marylin Baumlin. Gail Hutton and Joni Meszaros were flag twirlers.

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The Glee Club with the newly acquired section, boys section, and A Cappella Choir, A Cappella Choir have had a memorable our Glee Club has won a definite position year. Mr. Azzolina, faculty adviser, with for itself and will always be remembered president Roni Stanley, vice president Ken­ by M. H. S. Mr. Azzolina proved himself to ny Burton, treasurer Tony Hutson, and be a talented man with a beautiful voice. secretary Nancy Crawford planned a Our Glee Club shows that besides having Christmas pageant, music festival, perform­ brains and brawn, M. H. S. students have ances in assemblies, and presentation of voices to soothe the savage beast. pins to the members. With our girls Cheerleaders

It now comes time to say good-bye to our Varsity Cheerleaders: Gail Fisher, Arlene Kos- sick, Sue Cameron, Johanna Bisogna, Peggy Pearse, Sollace Molineux, and Janet Hoops who all have done an unforgettable job. Our new Jay-Vee team is made up of: Win­ nie Mallette, Ann Fig, Virginia Brown, Lucille Wilkinson, Diane Santavasci, and Pat Leiss. Varsity Club

Under the leadership of Mr. John Cassell, faculty adviser; Bert Topping, president; Bob Nastanovich, vice president; and Jim Dickin­ son, treasurer; the Varsity Club followed great plans. Souvenir programs were sold at the basketball games and better equipment was secured for the members in order to be a member, one must have earned at least one varsity letter. OFFICERS AND SECTION LEADERS—Front Row (L. to R.): David Aurelius, vice- president; Peter Espenschied. president; Mr. Paul V. Nielsen, sponsor; Alfred Rabinskas, secretary; Fred Gray, treasurer. Back Row: Andrew Stofa, maintenance chairman; John Needham, clerical chairman; Herman Dyremose, transportation vice-chairman; Tohn Mostow, transportation chairman. he Visual Aids Club The Visual Aids Club forms an essential of the organization. and integral part of the educational pro­ The Maintenance Section members are gram at Metuchen High School. The club in charge of oiling and cleaning the mach­ which is sponsored by Mr. Paul V. Nielsen, ines, repairing films, policing the Visual was organized to aid the faculty in the use Aids classroom (which serves as the center of audio and visual aids for education of Visual Aids operations and houses the (films, slides, pictures, records, etc.) and to Metuchen Film Library), and training new operators. give students valuable experience in man­ The Transportation Section is concerned agement and in working with projection with the moving of machines to various equipment. In order to hold an Operator's rooms as requested by members of the License, a high school' student must be a faculty. member of the Club; there are about forty The Clerical Section works on filing let­ licenses. ters and catalogs, listing inventory material, Each year a president and vice president and keeping personnel records. Associated with The Visual Aids Club is are elected by the members, while appoin­ its bi-weekly newsletter, The Vis-Aids tees fill the positions of secretary and treas­ Guide, which is run entirely by students. urer, as well as chairmanships (and one The Guide disseminates to teachers and vice-chairmanship) of the three special sec­ club members, information concerning films, tions — Maintenance, Transportation, and procedures, and other pertinent topics. Clerical. To these sections is assigned the work required for the efficient operation STAFF OF THE VIS-AIDS GUIDE— (L. to R.) Fred Gray, circulation manager; Peter Espenschied, pub­ lisher; Bruce Hahl, artist; David Aur­ elius, editor. Library Council "Oh, Miss de Vries, do I have to check that section? I did it last week." Of course that sounds familiar to some. It's a typical Library Council mem­ ber whose duties are to assist Miss de Vries in the library. It's not all effort and no re­ laxation in this club. The Christ­ mas celebration, the enjoy­ able trips, and those taffy par­ ties after Miss de Vries return­ ed from a journey will always be remembered. Along with President Jim Dickinson, Vice President Edye Lou Wallace, Secretary Connie Mills, Treas­ urer Carolyn Ruggieri, and General Assistant Winnie Mal- lette, the council has accom­ plished many worthy aims.

Literary Club Learning can be fun, and it was! We always enjoyed dis­ cussing novels, plays, short stories and television with Miss Haitsch at Literary Club meet­ ings. Our aim was to develop a more intelligent appreciation of fiction and drama. Some­ times we heard special reports and sometimes we had general discussions; but all these ses­ sions were lively with enthu­ siasm.

THE ELMO E. SPOERL Future Teachers of America ___ With the excellent advice of Miss Hydo, adviser; President Janet Hoops, Vice President Jacklyn Bell, and Secretary Judy Kingman, the F. T. A. strives to develop among young future teachers an organization which shall be an integral part of state and national educa­ tion associations; to acquaint teachers in training with the history, ethics and program of the organized teaching profes­ sion; and to give practical ex­ perience in working in a dem­ ocratic way on problems of the profession.

54 International Relations Every Thursday, in Room 30, gather the internationally-mind­ ed students of M. H. S. under the leadership of Mr. Withey. They discuss international problems and ways in which individuals may promote bet­ ter international feeling. They had interesting films, enlighten­ ing discussions, eminent visit­ ors, and those exciting trips. This year's officers were, Pres­ ident Lysbeth Ruckert, Vice President Steven Buckley, Sec­ retary Adrienne Gostin, and Treasurer Howard Bovers.

the "Hub” The purpose of The "Hub" is to create an interest in speed and accuracy in typing. Among other things the mem­ bers of The "Hub" hope to fos­ ter a better understanding of different nationalities. Mrs. Hil- ley-Swank is adviser; Rose Grecco, president; Joni Mezar- os, vice president; Pat Fuller, treasurer; Carolyn Ruggieri, recording secretary; and Mar­ gie Fink, corresponding secre­ tary.

Footlighters Rehearsals might have made Mr. Morgan slightly gray but c c c we all thought that the Foot- lighters' did a grand job this year. The main purpose of the Footlighters is to acquaint its members with the fundament­ als of acting, stage make-up and stage work, and to put on performances in the assembly. With president Ann Dunne, vice president Winnie Mallette, secretary Barbara Knudson and treasurer Diane Flood, the Footlighters have had a most successful year. German Club The members of the German Club try to learn more about the German people, their cus­ toms, songs, dances and other interesting things. Those crazy initiations will always be re* membered along with the var­ ious parties, trips and inspir­ ing visitors. Miss Anker, advis­ er; Carol Lankey, president; David Sanders, vice president; Nancy Deisher, secretary; Bar­ bara Christoph, treasurer; and David Moss, program director, and the many members have had a memorable year.

Morty Wernik, president, is trying to convince everyone that this club's motto is, "Qui, nous parlons en francais." Ila Stimon is secretary (taking her notes in French, of course); Judy Van Pelt, vice president; Sue Chandler, treasurer; and Mr. Morton Graham is the fac­ ulty adviser. We'll never forget the French Club's Christmas luncheon, and those famous at­ mospheric m e et i n g s on the third floor. New York has never been the same since our French Club made a day of it.

The well-established Latin Club may thank the work of president Steven Buckley, vice president Bernard Marks, sec­ retary Barbara Brink, treasurer Patricia Schoenhut, and Mrs. Bennett, adviser for their early trip with the history classes to see “The Robe" in New York, and their well-planned year which consisted of spring trips, parties, and the many under­ takings of the Latin Club. The officers along with the mem­ bers hope to further their in­ terest and knowledge of Latin. G.A.A. Girls’ Basketball

The Girls Athletic Association has been basketball games played between girls' organized to give girls with interest and teams of different schools. Miss Crowell, ad­ ability in physical education a greater op­ viser, Edye Lou Wallace, president; Linda portunity to participate in athletics. All girls Seifert, vice president; and Lorretta Handle, from seventh to twelfth grade, who take secretary, along with the other members part in after school sports regularly, are and the active teams have had a success­ eligible to join the G. A. A. They take part ful year. in setting up and organizing baseball and

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Our football team had its most successful season in seven years. Although we didn't score eight wins, or even come close to doing so, we did something no other Metuchen team had in the past seven years been able to do—We beat Highland Park!! This year we beat Atlantic Highlands, Scotch Plains and our arch rivals, Highland Park; while suf­ fering defeats to Dunellen, St. Peter's and Sayreville. We also played two deadlocks with North Arlington 0-0 and Keyport 13-13 twenty - first. This will long be remembered by those who saw and those who played the game. It was kickoff time and we started out under the arch which was formed by the band twirlers and cheerleaders. There were many of us sounding off as we ran out on the field. Ed Kukish, Senior guard, said Hey, Nelson, how about going all the way on the kickoff?" Then in retaliation, Nelson Stallings, Senior fullback, said "If I get that ball, nobody will touch me." Ray Borup shouted “Let them know we're here." Ken Burton, Senior center, chimed in We'll bring home the bacon if we have our way. We lined up; we were set; the whistle blew and the kick was in the air. It was deep to Nelson, who stood on the five-yard line. He yelled, "Let's go!” and then we saw what we thought was a fast express fly by. Well, with a few good blocks and some fancy stepping. Nelson went all the way. He must have broken the back of Highland Park, because they never recovered. Although our backfield was superb, we cannot forget our defensive and offensive line. With All-State Dick Wickberg and Eddy Kukish in the line, we had nothing to fear. They tackled viciously all day. If you don't believe us, ask the Highland Park back- field. If a Park back happened to slip through the line, he had a head-on collision with our backer-ups Ken Burton, Ray Borup and Nelson Stallings. Highland Park tried a come-back, but to no avail. The final score was 26-19 in our favor. We Seniors are not trying to take all the credit. We wouldn t have won if not for such outstanding Juniors as Quarterback John Lindquist, End Bob Nas- tonovitch, Tackle Bill Frye, and Guard Hayward Bas- kerville. We weren't the only happy people. We are sure Coach John Totin, and Assistant Coach Bob Whithey were proud and overjoyed. Five Seniors who bid adieu to high school foot­ ball are Fullback Nelson Stallings, Half-back Ray Borup, Guard Ed Kukish, All-State Tackle Dick Wick­ berg and Center Ken Burton. Basketbal As we go to press the Bulldogs' record stands at four wins and eight losses with seven games remaining to be played, and we're still rooting! Dick Wickberg is again the leading point producer for the Bulldogs, boast­ ing a 17.5 points per game average. He is followed by Bob Nastanovich and Bill Frye, who are scoring 15.9 and 9.8 points per con­ test respectively. Scrappy Frank Schneider has been a sparkling defensive standout. A Bulldog rally fell short in the season's opener as they were nipped 63 to 60 by a fighting Millburn quintet. In their first road game the team was overpowered by a strong Sayreville five, 73 to 51. Coach Kelly's boys showed their stuff as they impressively trounc-

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ed Carteret, 69 to 52. Bob Nastanovich explod­ ed for 16 points in the second period as the Metuchenites disposed of Scotch Plains, 55 to 47. In other games the Bulldogs belted the Alum­ ni and edged Dunellen, while closing to Mill- burn, Sayreviile, St. Mary's, and Dunellen. The Learn was nipped by Roselle and lost in over­ time to Jamesburg by a score of 53 to 46. High- scoring Dicx V/ickberg was elected Most Valu­ able Player by the team. Wickie was not only high scorer, but was the leading rebounder and a defensive standout for the blue and white. The scrappy "Big Swede" will long be remembered for his basketball prowess at M H. S. Cross Country Outdoor

The cross-country team, under Coach John The outdoor track team, headed by Coach Cassell, experienced its most successful sea­ Tom Bradley, ended its season with an en­ son as a varsity sport at M. H. S. The couraging dual meet record of four wins Metuchen Dalers registered nine wins out against two losses. However, the Bulldogs' of their eleven dual meets. They ended showing in the Penn Relays enables us to their regular schedule with consecutive vic­ say that they were much better than their tories over three of the strongest teams in record indicates. New Jersey. One of these teams, St. Bene­ The Blue and White, led by Stallings, dict's Prep., had won 52 straight dual meets. Fink, King and Fedak, brought home Met- November 2, 1953 will be a date long re­ uchen's first mile relay victory in the Phila­ membered in the athletic history of M. H. S. delphia Relay Carnival and garnered fifth On that day the Bulldog Harriers won their place in the New Jersey State Champion­ first State Championship. It marked the first ships. time in the history of this school that any Most outstanding on the squad were Pete Metuchen team had won the title of State Fedak and Tom King. Fedak set a new Champs. state high hurdle record and also set a school record for a total number of points scored by one individual in. one season. King, whose specialty was distance, just missed breaking the school half-mile record in his last race. BOTTOM, L TO R: Fritz Metzger, Elwood Van Sise, Tom Carpenter, Zony lohnson. Ray Borup. Bailey Molineux. 2ND ROW: John Smith, Alan Need­ ham, Joe Nastanovich, Pete Lipp, Bill Frye, Bill Schedneck, Nelson Stal­ lings, Dale Owens. STANDING: George Hartland (Coach), Frank Schnei­ der, Bob Nastanovich, Mike McFaul, Dick Wickberg, Bert Topping, Mike Muha, Lennie Legg, David Dietz. Baseball

After experiencing one of its finest seasons in 1952, Coach George Hartland's baseball squad found the road a bit rough­ er in 1953. Leading off rather poorly, the team was not ex­ pected to stir much excitement. However, after losing a number of close ones, the Bulldogs went on to win six in a row to set their season record at 7-6-2. The big upset of the season was our 7-1 victory over Highland Park. It spoiled our rival's chances of going unde­ feated and also paid them back for the 1 run defeat which they pinned on us early in the season. Most outstanding on the team were Mike McFaul, Bill Schedneck, and Zony Johnson. McFaul was selected the team's most valuable player chiefly because of his superiority as one of the best pitchers in Middlesex County. Johnson and Schedneck were the leading batters on the team. Schedneck was also captain.

BOTTOM, L TO R: Fred Molineux, Stan Kebel, Joe Kubiak, Bob Suliman, Rob­ ert Hall. 2ND ROW: Ronnie Kubiak, Bob Erie, Denny Harmyk. Bob Breen, Jad Sortore, STANDING: Don Higgins. Art Morey, Walt Seredy, Dick Hecker, Bruce Borup. Otto Ciffrodelli. Julius Balog. Jim Kelly (Coach).

65 FRESHMAN & J. V. FOOTBALL Mr. George Hartland'e yearlings had another bright season. The team's record was 4-1-1 lor the season. The team suffered their only loss at the hands oi a powerful St. Peters team. The little Bulldogs scored impres­ sive wins over Highland Park, Plain- field, Dunellen and South River. Leo Arcuri was the leading ground gain­ er for the Frosh eleven.

J.V. CROSS COUNTRY The J.V. Cross Country Team led by Pat Frisoli, George McGuiness. Rob­ ert Erie, Dave Blanch, Bill Webb, and Art Morey, finished their season with a perfect record of three wins and no defeats. Victories were reg­ istered over Seton Hall 20-3S, New Brunswick 27-28, and Lawrenceville Prep. 18-37. Besides finishing with an undefeat­ ed season, the I.V. Dalers made a rather impressive showing in the N.Y.U. Cross Country Meet at Van Cortlandt Park in New York City. Frisoli and McGuiness were most outstanding in the race, placing fourteenth and twenty-first respec­ tively.

I. V. BASKETBALL The J. V. squad was not very tall this year, but, "What they lacked in height, they made up in fightl" Mr. Withey's team did not achieve an impressive won-lost record, but the J.V.'s turned in many brilliant per­ formances. Jimmy Reed was the leading scorer for the Junior Bull­ dogs. Tom Graham was awarded a trophy for having the best foul­ shooting record.

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Dining and Dancing - Entertainment Nitely

Luncheon Served - Kitchen Open at 11:00 a.m.

Metuchen, N. J. Phone MEtuchen 6-9783

Stepping out tor an evening of dining and dancing

AL'S SWEET SHOP CORNER CONFECTIONERY Lake Avenue, Metuchen, N. J. 275 Amboy Ave., Metuchen, N. J. MEtuchen 6-9564 MEtuchen 6-0474

MY LADY FABRICS 182 So. Main Street, Metuchen, N. J. MAYO & LYTLE, Inc. Open Fridays 'til 9 334 Main Street, Metuchen, N. J.

Don't be old fashioned! Buy a NEW Pontiac

THOMASON MOTORS, Inc. Invest in the Best Sales — PONTIAC — Service 351 Middlesex Avenue, Metuchen, N. J.

WERNIK'S PRESCRIPTION GARDEN STATE PHARMACY FOOD MARKET Main Street, Metuchen, N. J. 203 Main Street

Free Delivery ME 6-0016, 0017

72 GORT'S GIFT SHOP Compliments of Gifts and Cards for Every Occasion 456 Main St., Metuchen, N. J. N. SCHWALJE

MORRIS STORES 413 Main Street, Metuchen, N. J.

ME 6-0900

Best Dressed Dummy in Town

FRANKL SCHOOL OF MUSIC ME 6-1666 and 1667 Piano — Voice — Drama — Art Harmony — Dance — All Instruments RECORDS 289 Main Street, Metuchen, N. J. JOSEPH FISCHER, Inc. 425 Main Street, Metuchen, N. J. ME 6-1674 and 6-2916

73 METUCHEN SUPERETTE For All Your School Needs Visit MARKET Meats — Groceries — Vegetables SELDOW'S 410 Main Street

457 Main Street L. Grieb, Prop.

The Best in Men's Clothing lor fli.ll Occasions

DICKINSON'S MEN'S SHOP HITCHING POST 459 Main Street, Metuchen, N. J. 414 Main Street

Variety of Gifts and Greeting Cards

ME 6-1850

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VAN VECHTEN PRESS. Inc. 157 Main Street, Metuchen, N. J.

MEtuchen 6-0294 Wedding Stationery

Sodas Taste Best Attei School

RYAN BROS. UNITED CIGAR "Something for Everyone" Cor. Middlesex and Main DRAKE'S MIDDLESEX KAY-NELL BEAUTY SHOPPE HARDWARE All Branches of Beauty Culture 395-397 Main Street, Metuchen, N. J. 205 Main Street, Metuchen, N. J.

Parking Space in Rear — Free Delivery

MEtuchen 6-0067 MEtuchen 6-0402 NELLIE OLSEN

Future Home Owners

ROYAL MILLWORK & BUILDING SUPPLY CO. Incorporated Lumber — Millwork — Paints Building Supplies 253-57 Lake Ave., Metuchen, N. J.

MEtuchen 6-1156

For the Best Care tor Your Car

MEtuchen 6-1234

OLDSMOBILE

METUCHEN MOTORS. Inc. 260-270 Amboy Avenue, Metuchen, N. J.

ME 6-0822 TAFFI TUCKER SHOPPE Dresses — Lingerie — Accessories 325-A Main Street, Metuchen, N. J. BUCK'S AUTO PARTS Accessories, Tires, Batteries Machine Shop Service ME 6-2168 287 Amboy Avenue, Metuchen, N. J.

77 Never Let an Amateur Fiddle with Your Car

See PETE for a good used car — AT ROSSMEYER BROS.. Inc. Amboy and Lake Ave., in Metuchen

MEtuchen 6-1776

Having Troubles with Your Hair?

CATHY'S HAIRDRESSERS For That Casual Look 454 Main Street

ME 6-2335 Where the Gang Goes

An Ideal Meeting and Eating Spot

METUCHEN SWEET SHOP Main Street

HASKELL FROCKS A FRIEND 427 Main Street, Metuchen, I.

SUNNYSIDE LUNCHEONETTE 399 Main Street, Metuchen, N. J.

MEtuchen 6-9882

Watch the Birdie

FREY SEN STUDIO OF PHOTOGRAPHY Your Yearbook Photographer 214 Main Street, Metuchen, N. J.

MEtuchen 6-1845