One of the greatest Clifton running backs ever was also a part of the 1958 class. George Telesh, the Mustang that terrorized opposing linebackers for years, spent his four years slashing through holes few could ever make it through. The naturalized citizen was instrumental in the 26-0 win over the rival Mounties at Montclair, scoring three touchdowns, kicking two extra points and rushing for 200 yards. Montclair had not lost in 37 straight contests, and had beaten Clifton every season since 1947. The Class of ’58 was not without tragedy, though. Graduates will remember the passing of classmates Leonard Jezulin, who died in a car accident, and Enrico Bimonte, who died after years of complications from polio. Even in 2008, they are not forgotten. This year, the Class of 1958 celebrates its 50th anniversary. Once upon a time, all of these successful
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Some of the Marching Mustangs Majorettes from 1958. Front, from left, is Karen Von Den Deale, Pat Baron and Dorothy Van Eck. Middle: Marilyn Vanecek and Evelyn Galinski. In the back is Glora Yackechnik.
adults were young men and women, just getting their start in the world.
This is the story of how they’ve accomplished their dreams.