Peter G. Gable, a student at Staples High School, was selected to attend Boys State at the University of Connecticut, June 21-27, 1953. Peter is an Eagle Scout in Troop 9 in Westport, with plans to continue studies in Science in college. Peter moved to Wilton with his family from Long Island, where he was honored by the local American Legion Post for studies in Social Studies in eighth grade (with a medal) and an award for $10.00 for a Poppy Poster contest. His grade average is 90%.