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Twenty years ago, the Junior College of Connecticut was only a dream in the mind of our President, E. Everett Cortright. It was only after he had struggled long and patiently to arouse community interest and to gain financial support for the venture that the College was chartered and opened its doors to its first class in 1927. In the following years he led the campaign in New England to gain recognition for the junior college movement and for our college in particular. His has been the hand that has guided the institution to its present position as an integral part of the community life of Bridgeport and as one of the leading junior colleges of New England.

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To President Cortright, in appreciation for these two fruitful years at the Junior College of Connecticut, the Class of 1946 grate' fully dedicates this volume, with the humble hope that the group's accomplishments in the years ahead will provide him with a richer satisfaction and a more fitting -tribute to his efforts.

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rate of 350% (from 150 to almost 600 students) in a few months without having some dislocations take place. In my observations all the students on the campus, and sophomores especially who knew the College with its “normal” enrollment last year, 'have cooperated magnificently and never complained nor felt they were being imposed upon when asked to share their facilities with many others.

The presence of almost 300 veterans in our midst has been an invigorating experience. They have added zest to our activity programs with their enthusiasm for everything; they have en- livened our classroom discussions with their rich experiences; they have impressed us with their seriousness of purpose; and they have equalized the balance of young men and young women, help­ing us lose the appearance of a female seminary which you sophomores will remember was preva­lent even last year.

As the first June peace-time graduating class since 1939, you members of the Class of 1946 can face the world with greater foresight and more definite plans than could your recent predecessors. Your uncertainties are controllable and limited,

James H. Halsey, Acting President

while your opportunities are greater and more varied. This blessing, like all good things which come to free people, places upon you added obli­gations and responsibilities. Your choices and your decisions will have to be made with care and good judgment because more avenues arc now open.

To The Sophomores:Some of our students this year have missed an

inspiring experience which only the Junior College of Connecticut can afford; that is the association with the President of this institution, E. Everett Cortright, who has been on a leave of absence

November. While some of us have seen him After receiving your Associate Degrees, some of you will continue your studies in senior institu­tions; some of you will enter the business or indus­trial world; some of you will travel or rest; and some of you will become 'homemakers. What­ever your choice, we, the members of the admini­strative staff and the faculty, hope sincerely that a few of the fundamental lessons of “Obedience and Wisdom,” which you may have learned here, will stand you in good stead.

As you go forth from our campus and are classified as an alumnus or an alumna of the Junior College of Connecticut, we hope you will participate in the Alumni Association in a sincere and unselfish effort to 'help us make this a better institution of learning for future generations of college students.

I want to extend to each of you a warm, per­sonal, and sincere word of congratulations upon your achievements here; I want to thank you, each and everyone, for your fine spirit of loyalty and your many acts of cooperation; and I want to wish all of you the very best of success and per­sonal happiness in whatever task you undertake.

Most sincerely yours,James H. Halsey,

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sincefrequently and 'have conferred with him often, and all of us have felt the influence of his soundjudgment and extraordinary vision in important matters of policy decisions, many students have not had the opportunity to receive the uplifting effect of his strong personality and magnetic lead­ership. We all hope sincerely that President Cortright will 'be back at our helm soon and that every student will have the unforgetable experi­ences of listening to his talks in assembly and of chatting with him informally in his office or on the campus.

Starting last year, the sophomore class set a new pattern for its annual yearbook under the capable direction of Miss Katherine V. Merillat, as faculty adviser. Its name was changed to “The Wis- tarian,” giving it a rich traditional interest, it was increased in size and format, it included many more pictures than ever before, it contained many more interesting features, and it did not forget any person, group, or activity. According to the early discussions of plans for this year s Wistarian, we know these splendid gains will be maintained and even expanded by the Class of 1946.

This has been an interesting year and, of course, at times trying. No institution can grow at the

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Back row: Gustav Soracco, Walter Auger, Phyllis Cummings, Margery Osterhoudt, Mary Gaudio, Verna Muller, Gloria Fiore, Joan Pierpont, Joseph Marko.

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Experienced professors, excellent laboratory and library facilities, and small, informal classes provide ideal conditions for learning. There are accredited two-year programs of studies both for those who transfer to senior college or professional schools and for those who terminate their formal education or take positions after graduation.

The Junior College of Connecticut enjoys the highest academic standing. Accredited by New York and Connecticut Departments of Education, the College holds membership in the New Eng' land Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools and in all national, regional, and state junior college associations.

The College has an outstanding transfer record with 587 students having received advanced standing in 134 senior institutions.

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Outgrowing its present location, the Board of Trustees is studying plans to move the campus to the Marina estate which is owned by the College. Formerly the home of P. T. Barnum, world renowned circusman, this future campus is situated in one of the most distinctive residential sections of Bridgeport. Overlooking the expansive area of Seaside Park and the sparkling waters of Long Island Sound, the natural beauty of the Marina campus is enhanced by the adjacent seawall, bathing beaches, giant shade trees, and spacious open fields. This charming setting provides an incom' parable environment for cultural, aesthetic, and spiritual growth.

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The Junior College of Connecticut impatiently looks to the future when “Marina" spells the magic password for the College.

Plans for the relocation include acquisition of additional dormitories and the construction of a new academic building, auditorium, gymnasium, and swimming pool.

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“Stan”STANLEY GREGORY BERNASKI

317 River Street

Volley Ball Team, Library Society, Freshman Week Committee, Red Cross.

Always has a big “Hi” for everybody .... curly locks every girl envies . . . . tall, dark, and gooddooking . . . . his ambition is to be a dentist.

“Bic\”ARNOLD WILTON BICK

195 Fairview Avenue

Volley Ball Team, Library Society.

Better late than never .... poor man's Harry James . . . . always good for a laugh........ oh, that curly hair!

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89 Thompson Street, Milford, Connecticut

Volley Ball Team, Library Society, Social Room Com' mittee, Big Sisters, Wistarian's business manager; Student Government Council, Red Cross, Bowling Team.

Good natured .... fun loving .... critical .... how she does it is a mystery, but tthat girl lives and loves it .... ambition is to be a member of some big advertis' ing firm.

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IVETA GENE BROOKSHIRE "Doc"

47 Manhattan Avenue

Glee Club, Library Society, Basketball Team, Social Room Committee, Big Sisters, Dramatic Club, Wis- tarian, Red Cross, Vice-president, Athletic AssociationJust call me “Doc” .... dependable .... athletic Florida’s gift to the college . . . top-notch chauffeur . . . . hopes to be a pediatrician.

‘Tomboy'LUCY THERESA BRUCHALSKI

38 James Street, Fairfield, Connecticut

Glee Club, Big Sisters, Red Cross, Volleyball, Wis- tarian, Scribe.Giggle, giggle, giggle .... devil may care....... Frenchwhiz .... always writing letters in class .... oh that voice!

"Cor\y"FRANK JOSEPH CORCORAN

69 Waverly Street, Milford, Connecticut

Sophomore Football Team, Track Team, Bowling Team, Freshman Week Committee.First of our married men .... “Hands off, gals—his interests are at home” .... pretty, blue eyes . . . . assistant chef at the Waldorf .... plans to continue with 'hotel management.

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"Lee'LEANOR MARION DIONIS

428 Benham Avenue

Glee Club, Dramatics Club, Basketball Team, Red Cross, Volleyball Team, Social Room Committee.“English Lit., it's wearing me down" .... “Come, join my music class” .... sweet disposition .... lovely blonde tresses .... oh, what a happy laugh .... plans to continue college further.

MARION ELEANORE DIONIS “Marion"

57 Wade Terrace

Basketball Team, Glee Club, Dramatics Club, Athletic Association, Wistarian, Big Sisters, Red Cross.Seldom speaks above a whisper .... interests in Boston .... sweet and lovely .... “Oh, you're just saying that.”

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26 Ketchum Street, Westport, Connecticut

Library Society, Scribe, Red Cross, Phi Theta Kappa, treasurer; Glee Club, Wistarian, Big Sisters, Volley' ball Team.A credit for any prof.......... the “F” could stand forfriendly .... always willing to help .... can be seen keeping things quiet in the library.

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MORLEY JOEL GANN “Manly"

46 Herkimer Street

Volleyball Team, Red Cross, Bowling Team.There’s been some changes made .... J.C.C.’s most popular wolf .... great ambitions to have own law firm .... plans to enter Hartford Law School.

MARY ANN GAUDIO “Mary”

128 North Street, Hamden, Connecticut

Social Activities Council, Scii'be, Dramatics Club, Glee Club, Wistaria Pageant, Big Sisters, Class Vice- President, Wistarian, Volleyball Team.Will always be college sweetheart or a friend to all . . . . always dieting .... attractive hair and eyes to match .... fun-loving and charming .... ambition is to give away a million dollars in pennies.

MARY ELIZABETH GEORGE “M aryme"

201 Old Spring Road, Fairfield, Connecticut

Library Society, Glee Club, Social Activities Council, Red Cross, Wistarian, Big Sisters, Social Room Committee.Pleasant and easy to know .... laughing eyes . . . . always smiling .... “Kids, Mac’s coming home”

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Dramatics Club, Spanish Club, Cheer Leader.Larson’s gift to J.C.C........ noisy .... full of pep ....pet sayings—“Thanks a lot” .... “I’m taking the heat” .... dynamic personality.

JOHN GRA'MIGNA Shoriy"

^85 William Street

Glee Club, Frendh Club, Secretary, Spanish Club.Newest brain storm—likes to date women . . separable triangle—the Kochiss Twins and him . . . . aspirations are many.

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3 Cannondale, Connecticut5:4Dramatics Club, Glee Club, Red Cross Radio Players,

Social Room Committee, Volleyball Team.Understanding .... shoulders everybody’s problems .... may be seen on dark nights walking around J.C.C. quoting poetry .... no doubt will go far in the field of acting.

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ESTELLA LAUREL HANSON “Hans"

Mill Hill Terrace, Fairfield, Connecticut

Basketball Team, Scribe, Dramatics Club, Red Cross, Big Sisters.Never a dull moment (ask Billy) .... one of the first phynards in the Bohemian Hills .... prays nightly for a Ph.D. like Dr. Littlefield’s .... ambition is to get married.

“Irv”IRVING HERMAN

58 Manhattan Avenue

Ambition .... business administrator .... oh those curls .... friendly .... always helpful .... gift to female college population.

WILLIAM STANLEY JACKSON “Tico'Tico"

289 East Avenue

Glee Club, Library Society, Red Cross, Social ActivL ties Council.A lover of music .... always the first one in the bath' tub .... loves the piano (our 88 keys), the outdoors, and girls .... is ambitious and we all know that some' day he will make a great accountant.

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ALIDA VICTORIA JACOBSON “Red”

Roseville Road, Westport, Connecticut

Glee Club, Scribe, Art Club, secretary; Library So- ciety, Red Cross, Wistarian, Phi Theta Kappa, vice' president; Big Sisters.-Studious .... efficient .... friendly .... brim full of artistic ability .... pensive .... still water runs deep .... plans to continue with art.

GLORIA MARION JANKOWICH “T orchy”

817 Hallett Street

International Relations Club, Library Society, Red Cross, Glee Club, Big Sisters.Always be remembered for all her “crushes” .... how can she hide him when he’s 6 feet, 3 inches .... quiet but likable .... ambition is to be a medical secretary.

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153 Savoy Street

Volleyball Team.Curly hair .... studious .... cheerful .... ambitious .... ever ready with that snappy comeback . . . psy' chology class will lose a good argumenter.

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JOHN MATHEW KOCHISS “Jack”

565 Helen Street

Glee Club, International Relations Club, Red Cross, Library Society.Versatility makes him a good companion .... paints landscapes and plays the drums .... a naturalist at heart.... quiet but good-natured.

JOSEPH PAUL KOCHISS ‘Joe”

565 Helen Street

Glee Club, International Relations Club, Red Cross, Library Society.The “Yehudi” violinist of our great J.C.C......... quietbut likable .... studious .... ambitious .... ever willing to help.

RUTH KOENIG “Ritchie”

878 Madison Avenue

Glee Club, Red Cross, Basketball Team, Big Sisters, Scribe, Dramatics Club, Library Society.Happy-go-lucky .... enthusiastic .... always readywith a joke .... has a private U. S. O........ art galleryin her locker .... ardent admirer of Professor Everett.

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“Jeanie”JEAN ANN LINLEY

46 Lola Avenue

Glee Club, Basketball Team, Red Cross, Big Sisters, Extra-Curricular Council, Wistaria Pageant.

She’s engaged .... she’s lovely .... she’s all Larry's and won't always be the “Maid of Honor" .... slim, trim, and personality plus .... as charming as the day is long.

JOSEPH LOUIS MARKO “Joe'

581 Reef Road, Fairfield, Connecticut

Wistarian, Scribe, Track Team, Art Club, vice- president.

“Our boy, Joe” .... forever smiling .... made a name with cartoons and posters .... did more than his part in sharing his graciousness .... great artistic ability.

“Joan”JOANNE KATHERINE MC GILL

840 East Broadway, Stratford, Connecticut

Scribe, Glee Club, Wistarian, editor; Student Council, Social Activities Council, secretary; Red Cross, tary; Big Sisters, Volleyball, Social Room Committee.

Always smiling .... energetic .... fun-loving .... blue, blue eyes .... very popular .... 'her generosity is exceeded only by her good nature and pleasant

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GEORGE THOMAS MC GRATH Pierre*'

22 Brewster Street, Waterbury, Connecticut

Scribe, Red Cross, Wistarian, Dramatics Club, Extra' Curricular Council, chairman; Art Club, president; Social Room Committee, Student Government, chair' man; Social Activities Council, chairman; Track Team, co'captain; Football Team, Volleyball Team.Flaming wavy hair .... line forms to the right, girls . . . . great personality .... cute, witty, and popular .... a leader in all things he does .... great phynard hunter .... ambition is to be a doctor of psychology .... that’s our boy!

VERNA JOSEPHINE MULLER “Vern”

101 Oakland Place, Stratford Connecticut

Glee Club, Red Cross, Dramatics Club, Basketball Team, Big Sisters.“Blonde Bomber” .... “Did you see him” . . . . always singing .... “When will my sailor (Fran) be home? ambition is to be a great doctor .

“Bettv”ELIZABETH MAREN NIELSEN

933 Thorme Street

War Bond Committee, Phi Theta Kappa, Library So' ciety, Dramatic Club, Wistarian, Big Sisters.Frank .... reliable .... studious .... a charm all her own .... frequently adding humorous comments in class .... always talking about her Johnny No. 1 and No. 2.

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“Lee'LEO CHARLES O'LOUGHLIN

760 Seaview Avenue

Baseball Team, Bowling Team, Football Team, Red Cross.Quiet .... bashful .... conservative .... dignified . . . . courteous .... ever smiling .... college will lose a good fellow when he leaves.

“Marge'MARGERY BURR ITT OSTERHOUDT

170 Salem Street

Scribe, Wistarian, Basketball Team, Dramatic Club, Social Activities Council, Red Cross, Wistaria Pageant, Library Society, Cheer Leaders, captain; War Bond Committee, Big Sisters.

Here she is, men .... J.C.C.’s mascot .... willing and a helpful young lassie .... receiver of the good conduct medal .... everybody’s friend .... college calendar kid .... plans to enter University of Connecticut.

“Pappy”EDWIN JOSEPH PAWALOWSKI

33 Wheeler Street, S'helton, Connecticut

Volleyball Team, Bowling Team, Student Lounge Committee, Baseball Manager, Wistarian.

Shelton’s gift to J.C.C...........shy and bashful (it sayshere) .... always engaging in card games .... founder of our baseball team.

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JOAN ELIZABETH PIBRPONT “Long Hair”

28 Academy Hill, Watertown, Connecticut

Basketball Team, Wistarian, Volleyball Team, Spanish Club, Extra-Curricular Council, Glee Club.Charming .... popular .... fun-loving .... heart as big as gold .... if 3he owned the Brooklyn Bridge, would rather give it away than sell it ... . plans to continue with social work.

A DELE STONE POLLACK “Del”

60 Lalley Boulevard, Fairfield, Connecticut

Dramatic Club, Library Society, Scribe, Wistarian, Big Sisters, Red Cress.Carefree .... outspoken .... friendly .... helpful to all .... do all you can today for who knows what tomorrow will bring.

“Ruthie”RUTH ANNE RIETZEL

14 Steuben Street, Waterbury, Connecticut

Glee Club, Basketball Team, Volleyball Team, Red Cross.Ah yes, another fair lassie from Waterbury . . . . friendly .... energetic .... quiet .... real friend to all who know her.

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“Dot”DOROTHY MAE RUNDE

5 59 Allyndale Drive, Stratford, Connecticut

War Bond Committee, Volleyball, Dramatics Club, Wistaria Pageant, Sophomore Class, secretary; Phi Theta Kappa, custodian; Big Sisters, Scribe, Glee Club, Spanish Circle.

Amiable .... reserved .... quiet .... intelligent .... well-mannered .... such consistency unusual in a young lady .... ambition is to be a secretary.

“Johnny”JOHN DANIEL SHAMISS

755 Broad Street

Extra-Curricular Council, Red Cross, Volleyball Team

Conservative .... dignified .... courteous. . . . ambitious .... strong silent type .... good speaker . . . . hopes to continue with law at Hartford Law College .... see you at court, John!

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660 Central Avenue

Wistarian, Scribe, Library Society, Dramatic Club, Glee Club, Volleyball Team, Red Cross, president; Phi Theta Kappa, Social Activities Council, Big Sisters, War Bond Committee.

Baby face .... latest styles .... blonde tresses .... made a name for herself at school .... someday will be a “great” medical secretary.

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GUSTAV ROBERT SORACCO “Gus"

74 Carleton Avenue

Basketball Team, Wistarian, Scribe, Dramatic Club, Red Cross, Football Team, War Bond Committee.

“20 point man” .... 'hopeful .... obliging . . . . cheerful .... sports enthusiast .... dark wavy hair . . . . with great perseverance is pursuing the field of engineering.

“Jim’JAMES WILLIAM SOUTHOUSE

269 Laurel Avenue

Freshmen Class, president; Red Cross, treasurer; Library Society, Student Government Council, War Bond Committee.

A gentleman .... devoted to Ginny .... will do any' thing in the world for you .... friend of all ... . J.C.C.’s orator .... will never forget Seaside Park and how he was shown “Howe” .... ambition is to be an engineer.

“Helen"HELEN WANDA TARNAWA

159 Plains Road, Milford, Connecticut

International Relations Club, secretary; Basketball Team, Glee Club, Phi Theta Kappa, Big Sisters.

Ambitious .... studious .... energetic .... pleasing personality . . . .always lending a helping hand . . . . how she does it all and all so well will always be a mystery to her many friends.

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"Fred”FREDERICK STEPHEN TOMCHIK

252 Bronx Avenue

Phi Theta Kappa, Freshman Class, treasurer; War Bond Committee, Scribe, Wistarian, Athletic Council, Red Cross, Student Government.

just ask Fred .... alwaysGray matter galore willing to help .... good things come in small packages . . . . sense of humor .... chem and math whiz . . . .hopes to become a biological chemist ... we know you’ll make it, Fred.

"Ed”EDWARD LOUIS TOTTE

20 Edgar Street, New Haven, Connecticut

Football Team, Student Government, Track Team, Volleyball Team, Social Room Committee.

God’s gift to women .... both brains and brawn........always good for a laugh and a collection .... just ask him about Jean .... gooddocking .... popular . . . . plans to enter field of business administration.

"SteVSTELLA FRANCES WALEJKO

580 Newfield Avenue

Library Society Secretary, International Relations Club, Scribe, Red Cross, Social Activities Council, Dramatics Club, Big Sisters, Glee Club, Volleyball

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Sincere .... pleasant and easy to get along with.........that little accent .... helpful . . . • J.C.C.’s Ingrid Bergman locker picnics.

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JACQUELINE WALSH ‘Jac”

1 56 Evergreen Avenue, Westport, Connecticut

Glee Club, Scribe, Dramatic Club, Volleyball Team, Red Cross, Big Sisters, Art Club.

Pep and vigor.........“Joyce be quiet" .... “Joyce didyou feed the cat?" .... witty .... plays piano and makes her own arrangements .... fervent little talker . . . . wonderful little artist .... talented.

JOYCE WALSH “Joycie"

156 Evergreen Avenue, Westport, Connecticut

Glee Club, Dramatic Club, Red Cross, Big Sisters.

Always laughing and good for a giggle .... oh, thatmy golden locks shall never turn brown........ dramaticand singing ability .... ambition is to become a great actress.

JUNE CAROL WENDEL “funie”

451 Summit Avenue, Cedarhurst, Long Island

Library Society, Social Room Committee, Scribe, business manager; Red Cross, Dramatic Clu'b, Glee Club, Wistarian, associate editor; Big Sister, Conv munity Chest Committee.

Hardworking .... efficient .... Madam Wendel’s Tearoom .... always found siltin' and kni:tin’ . . . . interests in merchandising and her “adopted" brother .........subtle wit .... girl with the welhchosen words.

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Vinny”VINCENT MICHAEL ZANELLA

156 Hanover Street

Scribe, Freshmen, vice-president; Wistarian, Basket­ball Manager, Sophomore Class, president; Red Cross, Social Room Committee.

Our boy .... good-natured . . . . always has tlhe “good word" .... J.C.C.’s fire chief and traffic cop .... permanent guest at theY.M.C.A...........plans to continue career at HartfordLaw School.

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J^ookinq 2Back 1946We, the Class of ’46Now take time to reminisceOf classes, parties, college friends,Of two bright years we long shall miss.

How long it seems back to those days in Sep- tember of 1944 when, as aspiring freshmen, our class came together for the first time! A warm autumn sun shone down on the campus, casting a mellow glow over the green lawn strewn with crisp yellow leaves that floated down from the gaily-bedecked maples. Somehow the scene had a homey atmosphere that melted away the slight feeling of strangeness and apprehension that we felt as we embarked on our college education. However, the battery of examinations that we endured in the following days was hardly as re­assuring!Campus Picnic Starts Tear

With tests over we gathered together for the first time as guests of the sophomores at a campus picnic, the girls in a demure little knot under the apple tree, the boys in another colony slightly removed (my, how we have changed!). As the afternoon progressed, though, our sophomore brethren broke down some of our reserve, and soon the campus resounded with the chants of a snake dance, the yells of a treasure hunt, and the click­ing of croquet and ping pong balls. The next day the Big Sisters entertained the frosh girls at a tea.Classes Begin September 28

On September 28 we began classes and dug into our studies with great initial enthusiasm, urged on by that spirited rally cry from the faculty, “At least two hours of study for every class!” We soon found that the two-hour allotment was mildly optimistic.

Soon it was time that we be enlightened about our status in the college community, and Freshman Week was declared. We must confess, with hang­ing heads, that our observance of the rules was hardly praiseworthy, although it was considerably better than the performance of another freshman class which shall at present be nameless!Freshman Elections Held

However, we certainly redeemed ourselves with the freshman elections. Jim Murray and Stan Donsky fought a knock-down-and-drag-out cam­paign with posters, cigars, lapel pins, loudspeakers, and singing commercials. But such propaganda methods were of no avail with our enlightened electorate, and the presidency finally went to an eleventh-hour candidate of the strong, silent type —Jim Southouse. The complete slate of officers was as follows:

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—James Southouse...... Vincent Zanella............Nan Millikin............Earl Menard-...George McGrath..... John Shamiss

After Earl Menard’s departure, Fred Tomchik was elected to fill the office of treasurer.Ghosts, Witches Greet Class

At the Hallowe'en Party on October 28 at Wistaria Hall, the guests were cordially welcomed into “Bluebeard’s Den” by a group of our class­mates attired as ghosts, after which we calmed our nerves and riled our stomaohs with cider and denuts.

Frosh council members helped to arrange the Barn Dance held at the YWCA on November 17, where about six square sets whirled themselves dizzy and recuperated with ballroom dancing in between sets.Athletes Splash at Party

The Splash Party on December 2 at the Orcutt Boys Club brought out some of our more athletic­ally inclined members. After a session of dancing, the group adjourned to the pool, where Verna Muller and Jim Peters shone on the diving board.

On December 17 we held our semi-formal Yule- tide Dance at the Barnum. Dr. Harry A. Becker acted as toastmaster, and Don Roy’s orchestra provided sweet-swing for the dance.Sweetheart Miriam Crowned

At the Sweetheart Dance on February 16 at the YWCA, a member of our class, fair-haired Miriam Smetana, was crowned College Sweet­heart. Another feature was an impromptu vari­ety show in which several students gave imperson­ations.

After several other social affairs and almost be­fore we realized it, the final week of the college year was upon us. The picnic at Fairfield Beach provided an opportunity to relax from the usual year-end cramming. The water was so invigorat­ing that beachcombing and softball were the main diversions. Cameras were everywhere in eviden :e as the company sought mementoes of classmates who would soon be gone.Wistaria Pageant Presented

The Wistaria Pageant was a colorful affair. Dorothy O’Brien, the Wistaria Queen, Jean Linley, her maid of honor, and the court made a lovely picture. The crowning of the Queen was preceded by a fantasy-play presented under Mrs. Edith H. Decker's direction.

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On March 16, chartered busses conveyed our couples into the hinterland for the Barn Dance at Hickory Hill, where many of our new vet students graced the floor.

By this time, with two new classes of veterans enrolled, our classrooms and corridors were assurn ing a virile appearance. With so many new ar rivals, the sophomore class itself was beginning to feel a little strange, and by March 1 5, meeting an­other sophomore in the halls was an occasion for general rejoicing and talk about old times.

Many of the freshmen were present at the Sophomore Banquet at the Hotel Barnum on June 2, notably Jim Southouse and his bride, Virginia, who had been married just that afternoon. Doro' thy Runde, Louise Shopis, and Fred Tomchik were the freshman recipients of the Phi Theta Kappa scholarship awards.

Then came the baccalaureate service and the graduation exercises, when we congratulated the graduates and sent our best wishes with them as they left our midst.Return as Sophomores

Back we came in September, clothed in the dig' nity of our new status as sophomores. We strove hard to impress our position on a bumper crop of freshmen during Freshman Week, with notable lack of success.

The sophomores played an important part in ar' ranging the year's round of activities, and our new comrades, the frosh, paid tribute to our efforts by a fine attendance.

At the Hallowe'en Dance on October 31, the freshmen carried off the prizes for costumes.Turkey Hop Proves Fun

The Turkey Hop on November 17 was spiced with entertainment provided by the sophs and was honored by the presence of a guest artist in the band, Vinny Zanella, playing a trumpet that had been presented to him by the student; body.Soph Officers Chosen

Meanwhile our class elections had been held, with considreably less fanfare than the previous year, but with no increase in decorum. Those elected were :

President.... ..........Vice'President ...Secretary______Treasurer __ ___Social Committee

Student Government OrganizedMeanwhile other matters were stirring besides

socials and classes. A movement had begun among the student body to organize a student govern'

Soon a committee had been authorized,ment.with George McGrath at its head, to prepare for such an organization, and as the Wistarian went to press, a constitution was being drawn up.Student Lounge's Face Lifted

Another noteworthy accomplishment was the renovating and refurnishing of the student lounge. After years of patient service, the old furniture had sounded its last squeaks and groans, and it was given an unsympathetic farewell. Then the machine age struck the lounge, and candy and coke machines blossomed forth. Scholastic endeavors suddenly took a back seat as the student body turned all its efforts to the frantic and perennial search for nickels to feed the machines.Wistarian Goes to Press

And now the time draws nigh when the Wis' tarian must be put to bed, and we gaze into our crystal ball with tear-dimmed eyes to see what the last few weeks of our stay at the Junior College of Connecticut have in store for us. The dates are hazy, but ahead of us we see the Wistarian Pageant of ’46, Class Day, when we are praised and condemned by our peers, the Sophomore Picnic with the Prom in the evening, and finally that day of days that we have worked toward so long, but which now is tinged with sadness— graduation. Then off we march on our separate ways into the world, but still always bound to' gether by two years full of treasured

...Vinny Zanella

....Mary Gaudio.Dorothy Runde.... John Shamiss.Frank Corcoran Stella Wallejko Joan McGill Bill Jackson Miriam Smetana George McGrath

The Christmas Semi'Formal Dance, on Decern' ber 15 at the Stratfield Hotel, was a brilliant occa' sion, with the girls looking lovely in evening gowns and the fellows resplendent in formal attire against a setting of holly and candlelight.Sweetheart Mary Chosen

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James Southouse

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Jacqueline Walsh

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Joyce Walsh

Ruth Koenig

Dorothy Runde

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James Peters

Frederick Tomchik

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Best Student

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Best Athlete

James Southouse Joan Pierpont

Iveta BrookshireThomas Pascale

June Wendel

June Wendel

Margery Osterhoudt

Dorothy Runde

Jean Linley

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port, it was early morning of April, 1966. I had just arrived from my long tour of the Bohemian Hills. The reason for my journey was that we

going to hold our first college reunion since our graduation back in June. 1946.

Since I felt the need for exercise after my long plane ride, I decided to walk down to the college. Up Fairfield Avenue I started. At this hour of the morning, Bridgeport was just about coming to life. Feeling the need for something to eat, I crossed over to State Street and went into the Baron’s Restaurant. I sat down at a booth and glanced over the menu. All of a sudden I felt a slap on the back and turning quickly, I discovered Joe Mar\o with that usual smile on his face. Joe had just arrived the night before from Florida where he is head of the Marko Model Agency, known world-wide. Well, Joe and I had a bite to eat and after talking over old itmes, I left. Starting up State Street once again, I was soon joined by John Shamiss, Morley Gann, and John Gramigna who were discussing a new law just passed by Congress. Attorney Shamis was plan­ning to run for the Senate that coming year with Gann and Gramigna. Millionaire Irving Herman, Sid Podo\si\ owner and operator of the Under- stuffed Mattress Company, and Gerson Kauf' mann, founder of the K. and K. and K. and Com-

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pany also appeared on the scene and joined in the discussion.

After an interesting chat, I was on my way. Soon I came to the famous Y.M.C A. where I was greeted by Tam Pascale, that well-known indus­trial designer. Tom was supervising a new wing that was being added to the “Y”. We talked for awhile and then I headed in the direction of the college.

Crossing Park Avenue, I glanced up and down and, to my amazement, spotted Joan Pierpont, head of the Waterbury Social Workers Council, and Mary Gaudio, popular principal of the Hamden High School. After conversing with the pair, I continued on my way.

I reached the college about five minutes later and could hardly recognize .the place with all the new buildings towering over the campus, walked up the steps of the new five story campus club building, opened the door, and slowly stepped in, to be hailed by a hearty l‘Hello There"! Jim Peters, now president of the Junior College of Connecticut stood before me. Soon Margery Osterhoudt, Dean of Women, came along. She had just left a Splash Party at the indoor pool. While chatting with my friends, I remembered a small bill tha; I had left unpaid so I dashed over to the administration building and into the Bur-

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Of hear)sar’s Office. Who should be there but our boy, Ed Totte, who had been so good at collecting money for those popular college parties. He sad since become J.C.C.’s chief bill collector. He told me that several of my former classmates were now members of the staff. Miriam Smetana was Regis­trar, Ruth Rietzel was teaching accounting, Iveta Brookshire was in charge of the mathematics de­partment, Fran\ Corcoran was Dean of Men and also teaching economics, Fred Tomchi\ supervised the atomic energy department and last, but not least, Dot Runde was librarian.

Crossing the hall from the Bursar’s Office, I stepped into the college cafeteria, formerly the Social Room, where I was met by that steady two­some, Elaine Bodnar and Joanne McGill, who had just arrived from Ney York. Elaine was now the owner of the famous Bodnar Advertising Agency and Joanne was the new director of Public Health in New York City. I looked around the room and sitting down in the far corner was the new State Fire Commissioner, Vinny uanella, who had re­cently been promoted to that title for his out­standing work. Sitting next to Vinny was June

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Wendel, prominent broadway drama critic. I heard some noise in the hall and deciding to inves­tigate, I stepped out the door. Here I was met by the Honorable Mayor of Shelton, Ed Pawlowsl{i, accompanied by Jac\ and Joe Kochiss, the new directors of Carnegie Hall in New York. After a rather lengthy bombardment of questions, I stepped out for a breath of air. As I stood on the porch, I was hailed by a figure hurrying up the walk. It was none other than Jim Southouse, who was head of the engineering department of Yale University. With him was Gloria ]an\owich and Helen Tarnawa, popular medical secretaries in Bridgeport.

1 went back into the college and asked President Jim Peters where I would find the remainder of the class of ’46. Since he knew everybody, I sug­gested that he accompany me and show me some of their former haunts around town. We went to the swanky Soracco Roof Garden, owned and operated by Gus Soracco. We were greeted by Gus as we entered the door. He told us that there were quite a few former students dining there at the time. President Peters and I spotted Joycie Walsh who was singing there, accompanied by her sister, Jac\ie. Just as we sat down, Leanore Dionis came running across the dance floor. She was hostess at the roof garden. She told us that her sister was interning at the Bridgeport Hospital andED TOTTE COLLECTS

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jjpooldnq OjkeaJ 1966As I walked in the evening air, I thought of all

the good times we had in college. I don't think I can ever forget those days. Later, arriving at my hotel, I stepped into the lobby and near the main desk, I was met by Bob Cole, Women's Hat de- signer; Ruth Koenig, Love-lorn editor; Gloria Fiore, book saleslady for Love and Lode and Company and Alida Jacobson, artist's model who were also arriving from out of town. I conversed with them for awhile. They told me that Adele PollacJ{ and Betty ?\[ielsen were the owners of the famous Pink Elephant over at the Barnum and had a thriving business. I said goodnight finally and started over towards the elevator, when, suddenly, people began screaming, horns were blowing, policemen were trying to keep the crowd quiet. It was as if we were having an atom air raid. The hotel manager came flying down the stairs, threw open the door, and in came fifteen peasants carrying the Maharaja of the Black Hills of Bohemia, George T. McGrath, Jr., with his pet phynard, Egroeg. The Maharaja was here for the reunion and following the class party planned to go to Central Asia for a hunting expedition. George and I thre rocks at each other for about a half hour then, bidding farewell, I want up to my suite, stumbled into bed, with one last re­maining thought. God bless them all, they"re all from the Junior College of Connecticut; they’re all my boys and girls.

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that Arnold Bic\ and Larry Kaplan were in the exporting business in Boston, and also thatStan Bernas\i was a well-known dentist in Bridgeport. Suddenly I was startled by a yell whioh came from across the dance floor. I turned and looked over to see Lucy Bruchals\i, that well-known poet. Just about then the lights began to dim, the room was in darkness. Vivian Giannotti, master of ceremonies, came out to indroduce Bill Jackson, the noted band leader. Bill played a number of new songs, namely “Tico-Tico.” feer a good round of applaues, the lights in the club became bright again. I gazed around the room and to my surprise, I saw Laurel Hanson and Jean Linley tripping the light fantastic with their husbands. At a near-by table sat Stan Gregory, well-known broadway actor, who was recently seen in “The Man Who Came to Dinner.’’ With him was that visiting diplomat from Washington, Bob Ward. I had talked to many former students since my arrival in the morning. The hours had slipped by and I, realizing it was getting quite late, de­cided to leave. President Peters had left earlier for he had an important meeting.

The sun was just setting as I started out the door. I was stopped in my tracks when I saw Leo O’Loughlin, Mayor of Bridgeport. With him was Stella Walej\o, City Comptroller, Verna Muller, well-known pediatrician in New York. Maryme George and Mac, her husband, were just coming in as I left.

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desires” of Stanley Gregory.To Pat Wentworth, we leave Laurel Hanson’s

wrinkled locks.To Dr. Littlefield’s daughter, Jeanne Mae, Jean

Linley leaves her “jeans and knickers.”To Kenneth Rice, Joe Mar\o leaves his feminine

etchings.To any lucky soul, Gloria Fiore wills her Phi

Theta Kappa key.To Winn Winnic\, Jim Peters leaves “the nose

and the Beacon.”To Rita Silverstein, Adele Pollac\ bequeaths

her laugh.To Gerrie Silvert, Dorothy Runde leaves her

conscientiousness, especially in music appreciation.To her 'two side kicks, Marie Vasilescu and

Gladys Kost, Miriam Smetana leaves her “goos and ga’s.”

To Kenneth Jones, Stan Bernas\i leaves all his arguments.

To Bob Friend, Arnold Bic\ leaves all those tardinesses.

To Mae Wood, Iveta Brookshire leaves her great athletic ability.

To Annette Ber\man, Lucy Bruchals\i leaves her “giggles.”

To Jayne Phelan, Fran\ (Cor\y) Corcoran wills his “chef's” hat.

To Al Goldberg, Morley Gann leaves his famous “pneumonia gulc'h.”

To Althea Scanzillo, Elaine Bodnar bequeaths all those snappy jokes.

To any freshman who can make the mark, Mary Gaudio leaves her title of College Sweet' heart.

To Kaddie Gash, Maryme George leaves her station at the mailbox now that “Mac” is coming home.

To Gloria FJiewood, Bill Jac\son leaves his.wr'p- rp • n

1 ICO' i ICO.To any deserving student, Alida Jacobson leaves

her good marks in American Literature.To Shirley Kroner, Gloria (Torchy) Jan\owich

leaves all these shall we say “crushes.”To Russell Buckingham, Larr\ Kaplan leaves

his twenty'two hours of daily study and also his radical ideas.

To June Pettigrew and Jean Czaplic\i, the Kochiss Twins, Jack and Joe, leave their “locker key troubles.”

To Joan Smallwood, Ruth Koenig bequeaths her “locker gallery.”

To Rosina Peterson, Verna Muller leaves her “blonde tresses.”

We the members of the class of 1946 of the Junior College of Connecticut, being of sound mind and body after spending several years in this institution, now begin to realize that our days are numbered, as our lives were, within these walls, and feeling that our many virtues need not be extolled, our past ideas cannot be surpassed, and our intelligence cannot be over rated, we hereby dispose of our properties, wordly and otherwise. De do bequeath the following:

To President E. E. Cortright and to the Junior College of Connecticut, we leave the memory of two wonderful years spent at this institution.

To all the members of the faculty, we leave the next sophomore class which we know could never live up to expectations as well as the class of 1946.

To the underclassmen, we leave the opportuni' ties to have as much fun as the class of 1946.

To Professor Elvira Himich, we leave all our luck to help her get those well'deserved type' writers.

To Dr. Henry Littlefield, we leave a large'size bottle of Littlefield's Little Liver Lubricants.

To Professor William Everett, we leave our many thanks for being such a grand class adviser.

To Dr. Harry Bec\er, we leave a new leather case with gold lettering for his well-known psych, notes.

To Mr. James Halsey, acting president, we leave the memory of a job well done.

To Rudy Gismondi, John Gramigna leaves his “Thay Now”!

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To the entire freshman class, Fred Tomchi\ leaves all those well deserved quality points—and there are enough!

To Valeric Kocsis, Stella Walej\o leaves her lovable character.

Joan Pierpont leaves Mi\e Carosielli to no one! She keeps him for herself.

To any unhappy person, Leonore Dionis leaves that popular “happy laugh”; with that laugh, no one could be unhappy!

To Eleanor Caynor, Ed (Pappy) Pawlows\i leaves a round trip ticket to Shelton.

To all those envious girls, Arnold Bic\ leaves that oh'SO curly hair.

To a welhdeserving studen-.s, Marion Dionis leaves her zoology notes.

To anyone capable, Gloria Fiore leaves her post in the library.

To some lucky fellow, Morley Gan leaves those “rides” to Seaside.

To one of next year’s medical secretaries, Helen Tarnaiua leaves her good marks and consciem tiousness.

To Cynthia J^lishball, June Wendel leaves her directing ability.

To Ernie Hollie, the Walsh Twins leave their sparkling versatility.

To some unsuspecting freshman, Irving Herman leave his locker key—but oh so willingly!

Thus, we, the members of the Class of 1946 have disposed of our assorted talents, skills, accomplishments, and abilities. Long live our friends at the Junior College of Connecticut.

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To Sally Baldwin, Joanne McGill leaves her wonderful disposition.

To Mil{e Carosielli, George McGrath bequeaths his phynard hunting and oh you know!

To Joe Hillson, Betty T^ielson leaves her frank' ness in class.”

To Stan Volantes, Leo O'Loughlin leaves his enthusiasmb for the “Giants.”

To Bob Bowen, Tom Pascale bequeaths his eve' ning gymnatsic workouts.

To anyonne that could possibly fulfill it, Marge Osterhoudt leaves her position as “Mascot” and also her great loyalty for J.C.C.

To Mabel Demirjian, Ruth Rietzel leaves her basketball enthusiasm.

To Stubby Payne, John Shamiss leaves his speaking ability.

To Ted Jablons\i, Gus Soracco leaves his well' known ability to “throw the bull.”

To Chris Parrs, Vinny Zanella leaves his posi' tion as fire chief and traffic cop.

To some undeserving freshman, Ed Totte leaves all his “stars and phone numbers.”

To Roberta Petrucelli, Vivian (Chic\ie) Gian' notti leaves those ever-popular jokes.

MARY GAUDIO JOANNE McGILL GEORGE McGRATH

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Blue, dashing waves that foam upon the seashore

Lend their endurance and their strength to thee.Off in the distance, curling smoke of factories

Give inspiration to all industry.

Thy stately halls have fostered our ambitions;Our aspirations, etched with flaming light; Knowledge, vouchsafed, and legion friends accorded; Service revealed, on Truth’s great shining height.

Down through the years, the mellow, golden seasons, Mem’ries of thee in all our hearts will cling;These joyous days return in glad remembrance; Then once again our love and praise we’ll sing.

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Tarrytown, New York

ARONSON. EVELYN E.ANDERSON, GERALDINE M.

46 Pinewood Avenue1001 North Avenue

Saratoga Springs, New YorkBridgeport, Connecticut

AUGER, WALTER J.ARRON, MITCHELL J.

738 William Street154 Morningside Drive Bridgeport, Connecticut Bridgeport, Connecticut

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Bridgeport, Connecticut Cortland, New York

BUCKINGHAM, RUSSELL, K.BOWEN, ROBERT O.424 Union Avenue53 3 Ezra StreetBridgeport, ConnecticutBridgeport, Connecticut

CLINTON, THAIS J. 256 Reef Road

CAROSIELLI, MICHAEL J.

411 Garfield AvenueFairfield, ConnecticutBridgeport, Connecticut

CONWAY, MARY M. 100 Jay Street

COHEN, GLORIA

150 Van Rensselaer Avenue

Phoenicia, New YorkStamford, Connecticut

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Englewood, New Jersey Harrisburgh, Pennsylvania

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64 St. John Street New Haven, Connecticut

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Brookline, Massachusetts Milford, Connecticut

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FORD, MARIE T.FANT, WILLIAM W.

322 Parrott Avenue48 Mcrctinc Avenue

Bridgeport, ConnecticutStratford, Connecticut

GASH, CATHERINE F.G0DL1N, EUGENE

56 Suburban Avenue5 2 Grove Street

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1422 Broadbridgc Avenue Stratford, Connecticut

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1221 Stratford Avenue Bridgeport, Connecticut

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Bridgeport, ConnecticutStratford, Connecticut

LEON, JOHNLEICHTER, GLORIA

125 Madison Terrace47 E. 56th Street

Bridgeport, ConnecticutBrooklyn, New York

LOGAN, JEANIE M. 310 Wade Street

LEVINSON, GLADYS R.

2305 Anoka Avenue

Bridgeport, ConnecticutBaltimore, Maryland

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166 Westfield Avenue Bridgeport, Connecticut

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479 Piedmont Street456 Ridgefield Avenue Bridgeport, Connecticut Waterbury, Connecticut

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1 57 Jewett Avenue Bridgeport, Connecticut Middlebury, Connecticut

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976 E. 23rd Street Brooklyn, New York

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252 Summit Avenue5 1 Riverside Avenue

Brookline, MassachusettsWestport, Connecticut

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634 Lafayette Street Bridgeport, Connecticut

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Bridgeport, Connecticut

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24 Coolidgc Street Bridgeport, Connecticut

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Bridgeport, Connecticut

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during the following two years. Freshmen,On September 25, 1945, chattering young students gathered on the campus, for this was the first day of Freshman Week and group pictures were being taken, the first step in many that would

comebrave, trembling, green, eager Freshmen, we were. Here we were at last, at college, the dream of high school days fulfilled.

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Contrasted to college students of past years, many of those entering this year were much older. The majority of the men, and several women, were discharged from the services, some having been employed by the government for six years.Varied Expressions Tooted

These freshmen can best be described by their expressions on the first day -they gathered. Here was amazement, timidity, pleasure, pride, and great hope both for the present and the future. Even on the first day, friends were made who were to share the joys and sorrows of the coming years.

Many activities had 'been planned during Freshman Week by the faculty, sophomores, and housemothers. Among these were the open house, picnic, Big Sister tea, and the first assembly. Great difficulty was found in learning room numbers, names of professors, and the time of classes, but all were eager to learn and soon we felt like old timers.Dunn Elected President

Election of class officers held at the first meeting of the class resulted in the choice of Robert Dunn as president; Althea Scanzillo, vice-president; Genevieve Czaplicki, secretary; Walter Auger, treasurer; David Stern, historian; and Professor Charles Petitjean, class adviser. A Social Activity

group and Student Council were also organized. A number of freshmen joined the staff of the col­lege newspaper, “The Scribe," the yearbook, The Wistarian," and numerous clubs.

The history of our class would not be complete without mentioning that our class president, Robert Dunn; and historian, David Stern are now serving with the Armed Forces.Social Life Summarized

Later in the year, a Hallowe’en dance, roller skating parry, student lounge dance, Christmas formal, Sweetheart dance, barn dance, socials at the dormitories, spring formal, and the Wistaria pageant planned by social activity members and freshmen made college life not all work but a good bit of play.

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On behalf of every member of the classmores.of 47, we wish the hundreds of persons who en­tered early in 1946 and who will enter this fall, a year as wonderful, educational, and memorable as the one we have just spent at the Junior College of Connecticut.

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Bac\ row: June Wendel, Elaine Bodnar, Gustav Soracco, Jean Logan, Leanor Dionis.Second row: Miss E. Faye Jones, Marie Vasilescu, Margery Osterhoudt, Gloria Jankowich,

George McGrath, Jacqueline Walsh, Mrs. Edith H. Decker.Front row: Gladys Kost, Iveta Brookshire, Dean Helen M. Scurr, Miriam Smetana, Joanne McGill.

This year marked a great step in Red Cross work in the Junior College of Connecticut. This was the first year the group had worked under a Red Cross Charter. During the year, the group put on several successful per' formances at veterans’ hospitals and over the radio.

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Bac\ row: Patricia Halmeck, Phyllis Cummings, Gustav Soracco, Miriam Smetana, Jack Hanley, Margery Osterhoudt, Joanne McGill.

Second rote: Frederick Tomchik, Marie Vasilescu, Jean Logan, Stella Walejko, Gloria Fiore, Stanley Vlantes, June Kling, Elaine Bodnar, Gladys Kost, William Harris, Miss Katherine V. Merillat.

Seated: Vincent Zanella, Andrew Mott, Ruth Koenig, Dorothy Runde, Millicent Miller, Robert Robertson, Blanche Roy, Adele Pollack, June Wendel, George McGrath.

The Scribe, has been the official newspaper of the Junior College of Connecticut for the past sixteen years. Each year, many new features have been added and during 1945-46, under the advisership of Miss Katherine V. Merillat, the paper ranked very high in the opinions of both the students and the faculty. It won a second honor rating in the Associated Collegiate Press Critical Survey.

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Standing: Dorothy Runde, Gerrie Silvert, Joan Pierpont, William Jackson, Robert Friend, Stanley Vlantes, Walter Auger, Joseph Russo, Robert Bowen, Valerie Kocsis, Rita Silverstein, Phyllis Cummings, Gladys Kost.

Seated: Ann Nejame, Gloria Fiore, Gloria Niewood, Eduardo Estrada, Professor William B. Pratt, Carl Russo, Barbara Slobodkin, Hannah Aaron, Shirley Siegel.

The Spanish Circle met frequently during 1945'46 under the super' vision of Professor William B. Pratt. A group of its members participated in an assembly and presented songs and dialogues in Spanish.

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Bac\ row: Gloria Fiore, Helen Tarnawa, Stella Walejko, Gloria Jankowich, Joan Pierpont, Dean Helen M. Scurr, Alida Jacobson, Elaine Bodnar, Verna Muller, Vivian Gianotti, Ruth Rietzel, Adele Pollack.

Seated: Elizabeth Nielson, Marion Dionis, Margery Osterhoudt, June Wendel, Iveta Brook* shire, Dorothy Runde, Joanne McGill, Miriam Smetana, Laenor Dionis, Jacqueline Walsh.

Each year, the freshmen at the Junior College of Connecticut find them' selves safely tucked under the capable wings of the Big Sisters. One of the most outstanding social events on the college calendar is the tea and reception that is sponsored by this group early in the school year.

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Standing: Marie Vasilescu, Mary Gaudio, Mary Kowalchuk, Jeanie Logan, Glorna Jankowich, Alida Jacobson, Robert Blanchard, James Crombie, Rudolph Gismondi, Helen Tarnawa, Jean Linley, Annette Berkman, Mary George, Laurel Hanson, Ruth Rietzel.

Seated: Gloria Fiore, Dorothy Runde, Jacqueline Walsh, Gladys Kost, Miss Mary A. Power, Mabel Kost, Jayne Phelan, Mildred Krause, Jeanette Turney, Lillian Blythe.

The Glee Club has made numerous appearances throughout the year. Under the supervision of Miss Mary Alice Power, the Glee Club grew both in quantity and quality during 1945^46.

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Adele Pollack, Iveta Brookshire, Miriam Smetana, Laenor Dionis.5:Second row:

Front row: Stella Walejko, Robert Bowen, Dean Helen M. Scurr, Gloria Fiore, June Wendel.

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Standing: Lillian Blythe, Millicent Miller, Shirley Kroner, Joseph Peluso, Spero Melligan, Chris Parrs, Stanley Vlantes, Charles Lindberg, Robert Rising, Robert LaCava, Gustav Soracco, Thomas McCabe, Rudolph Gismondi, Bernard Lamont, Leanore Dionis, Vivian Gianotti, Phyllis Cummings.

Seated: Annette Berkman, Gloria Niewood, Dorothy Runde, George McGrath, Margery Osterhoudt, Joseph Hillson, Iveta Brookshire, Patricia Halmeck, Mac Wood, Miss E. Faye

Front row: Cynthia Nishball, Miriam Smetana, Mary Gaudio, Marie Vasilescu, Valerie Kqcsis, Adele Pollack, June Wendel.

The Dramatic Club of the Junior College of Connecticut started off a very successful year under the guidance of Miss E. Faye Jones. The club was open to all members of the student body. The one-act play, “Suppressed Desires,11 was the first presentation of the club. It was presented for assembly at the IQein. The major production for 46, however, was the play, “Ladies of the Jury.11 Before the year was over, the Drama Arts Workshop and the Little Theater of the Junior College of Connecticut were well-known by all.

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Seated: Mary George, Stella Walejko, Eleanor Gaynor, Dolores Siegartel, Verna Muller. Evelyn Szoke.

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Standing: Gloria Niewood, Gladys Kost, Stella Walejko, Chris Parrs, Miriam Smetana, MarieVasilescu.

Seated: William Jackson, Joanne McGill, Mrs. Edith H. Decker, George McGrath.

All student activities at the Junior College of Connecticut are planned and sponsored by the Social Activities Council. Barn dances, roller skating, bowling parties, and many successful dances made up the program of the past year. Mrs. Edith H. Decker advises the group.

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The newly formed College Activity Committee is composed entirely of faculty members who act in a supervisory capacity over all student events.

The Junior College of Connecticut's basketball team completed the most outstanding season by defeating eleven out of fourteen opponents, thus win' ning the first state championship Junior College has ever had. Under the capable guidance of Coach Glines, the basketball team proved itself excep' tional through 1945"46.

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He Wljo Wears tlje Emblemof Service and Honor t©diay

Has made tl)e future of our countrysafe and secure tlje Democratic Way;

From Guadalcanal to Tokiofrom Morocco to Berlin,

^fou l)aVe carried tbje Flag of Hope,Faitl) and Liberty.

So tl)at no man can deny usTl)e fruits of Peace \Vl)icl) you so Heroically acljieVed.

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. Dr. and Mrs. Ropp . Nielsen’s frankness . Our “brains”. First firedrill. Tomchik and the Bookslore . Fiore and the library . South Hall . New Scribe office . Pin'Up contest . Wistaria study lounge . Student government . “Amorous affection”. Traffic on the campus . Taking snapshots . Gatherings on the porch . Girl’s locker room . Peters and Sally . Gregory's prestige . Stella’s accent . Miss Riley—how we miss her . Phynard hunting . The “Horn”. No'smoking . “The Hard Way”. Dean Scurr’s Brunhilde No. 2 . Baseball and track team . Four year institution . Marina or bust . Maryme’s Mac . Jack and Pam . Itching powder . Dried herring . Black Commandos . U.S.O. Dance . Chem odors . Huba'hu'ba cheer . Trips to the Pink Elephant . Homework at the last minute . Speaking at assembly . Rushing for Dean Scurr’s themes . Crowded lockers . Cutting classes . Efficient office s.aff . Miss Himich and the morning paper . Trudging over to Bassick . Sophomore banquet . College picnic. Wistaria Queen and her court . Class Day exercises . Our Prom at the Ritz . Graduation

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