Billerica Memorial High School - BMHS Yearbook (Billerica, MA)

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£938 ROBERT HOUGHTON “Every man has his fault, and honesty is his” Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4. Senior Play. Bob is one of the+ most friendly, con- genial, and obliging boys in the class. He is a good dancer and a model gentleman. Wel] remember you, Doctor Houghton, when we’re ill. GRACE HOWE “Be always brave and true and lovely, Vivid and happy as you are now” Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4. Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4: Newspaper Editorial Staff; Year Book Staff; Class Secretary 3, 4; Vice-president of A. A. 4; Character Part in Operetta; series Play; New England Music Festival , 2, 3. ' With scintillating personality, twinkling eyes, and vivacious smile, Grace has easily won her way into the hearts or ner class- mates. Her soul fairly vibrates with music, and her mind is explosive with thought. All the foregoing, coupled with a dauntless am- bition, assures success for Grace. MARJORIE HURLEY “Tt is the tranquil people who accomplish much” Basketball 1, -2, 3. Tri-Delta. Although small in stature, “Margie’s” ability is not to Se measured in inches. Well known are her calm composure and Sincerity, but only a few friends know her excellent humor, which is betrayed by the twinkle in her eyes. MORGAN KING “A ‘King’, aye, every inch a king” . Newspaper Editorial Staff. Football 3. Senior Play; Year Book Staff; Sportsman- ship Brotherhood. “Kingie” is very studious, determined, and ‘friendly. He has taken leading. parts in some of our plays, and he has always put on an ace performance. YEAR BOOGK 11 ETHEL KERIVAN “What sweet delight a quiet life affords” Ethel is a-lady in all that the word may embrace: charm, serenity, and grace. Her gentleness, serenity, and love of mischief make her a delightful person. LOUISE LENARDSON “To know her is to like her” Glee Club 2, 3. Basketball manager 4. Tri-Delta. Louise, better known as “Lenny”, has a cheerful, friendly manner, and a keen sense of humor. Such assets assure her success in whatever she undertakes. OSBORN LINCOLN “None but himself can be his parallel” Basketball 4. Baseball 4. Glee Club 4. “Ossy” is the “tall; tan, and terrific” boy of the class. He is well-liked because of his light-heartedness and delightful per- sonality. Time never drags wnen “Ossy” is around. He likes sports. LILLIAN LINDSAY “The best things come in small packages” Year Book Staff. Tri-Delta. Dignified and courteous, friendly and helpful, dependable and diligenr, Lillian is- sure to be an excellent nurse. Always good company, she is a friend whom one appre- ciates more and more. FRANCIS MARTIN “Women, you don’t interest me—as yet.” “Bushy” gets his nickname from his shock of sandy hair. He is a quiet, friend- ly fellow, and his witty repartees have given his friends many a hearty laugh.

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” HOWE HIGH SCHOOL RC en ee te ree CHARLES CROMBIE “A friend in need, is a friend indeed” Charlie is a shy, quiet chap in school, but a very different fellow when he’s out- side. To gain a higher position m the Navy than his brother’s is Charlie’s main ambi- tion. Hope you make Annapolis, Charlie! CATHERINE DOHERTY “A friendship that makes the least noise is often the most successful” Dark hair and lovely clothes, her pleas- ing manner and poise, make Kay one of the most attractive girls in the class. VIOLET FERMAN “Nothing seems to disturb the even tenor of her ways” Violet’s quietness, soft voice, and de- pendability endear her to her friends and destine her for happiness. GERALD FINLAYSON “A laugh is worth a hundred groans in any market” Glee Club 1. Orchestra 1, 2, 4. Football 1, 2, 8, 4. Character Part in Operetta; Sportsmanship Brotherhood; Year Book Staff. “Jerry” is one of the jolliest. mem ers of our class, and his practical jokes have given many happy hours to his companions. His hobbies are football and music, MARGARET FLETCHER “Simplicity is a hard thing to copy” Tri-Delta. Margaret, better known as Peg, will be remembered for her love of horses. Peg. is a good sport, and loves a good time, MARIETTA FRAZA “A girl who is a good friend every day” Marietta’s cheery smile, understanding, and common sense will be sure to spell success for her in the future. 10 ‘free, and ambitious. EVERETT GILE “Life is a song; let’s sing it together” “Ey” is a rather quiet fellow who is well liked. His one delight is dancing. Here’s wishing you success in whatever you under- - take, Ev! LOIS GILE “A trim little lady, with plenty of style, Has views on life, which would make the sphinx smile” Glee Club 1, 2, 3. Lois, the girl with the charming per- sonality and winning smile, has long had the distinction of being one of the best- Sass and best-liked members of our class. CHARLES GRIFFIN “Ambition, thou goad of all mankind” Year Book (Staff. “Porky”, as he is called, 1s jovial, care- His hobby is drum- ming, and his ambition is to play for Benny Goodman. Good luck, “Porky”. EDMUND GROSVENOR “For the apparel oft proclatms the man” Orchestra 1, 2, 8, 4: - Senior Play. Grosvenor, with his good looks, wit, and winning smile, is by popular acclaim one of the best liked boys: in the class. He is an ardent trumpeter and a horseman, and helped to make the senior. play memorable with his clever interpretation of Van Kind. “Keep right on,-young man, work hard at school, and you’ll never regret it.” How about -it,, Grosvenor ? EDNA HOMENICK “The best way to live well is to work well’ Edna is a young lady with modest ways and a winning smile. Her sincerity and quiet helpfulness have made her a welcome addition to our class.

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HOWE HIGH ALFRED MacALLISTER “And nothing but death can e’er diveree his dignity™ Glee Club 1, 2, 3. Orchestra I, 2, 3, 4. Fiditor-in-chief of Newspaper Editorial Staff; Treasurer of A. A. 3; Uditor-in-chief ‘of Year Book Staff; Senior Play; Class President 2, 3; Character Part in Operetta; Sportsmanship Brotherhood. Could we ever fathom all that lay be- hind that studious exterior? No, but we do recognize “Mac’s” executive ability, ef- ficiency, courtesy. and tact as just a few of the qualities that have made his pres- ence felt throughout the school. Although Mac maintains the calm dignity befitting our Hditor-in-chief, he has a contagious thuckle which breaks forth at unexpected moments. DOROTHEA McARDLE “A certain charm, a lovely smile, Helpful and loyal all the while” A fondness for good clothes, and a flair for wearing them make Dot outstanding among her classmates. Her winning per- sonality and infectious smile will always insure her many friends. PAULINE McDERMOTT “A sunny nature wins lasting friendship anywhere” Glee Club 1, 4. Smiling, conscientious, and sincere, Pauline is bound to succeed in her chosen work—stenography. HELEN McHUGH “Whatever is worth doing at all is worth doing well” Helen’s demure shyness conceals a ready wit and a love for gardening. Though one of the quietest girls in the class, she is also one of the sweetest and most friendly, MARGARET MONGAN “A thing of beauty is a soy forever” To Margaret belongs the distinction of being one cf the best artists in the class, Her posters are the envy of all. Her strik- ing sense of humor has regaled us during many class periods. 12 SCHOOL MARY NICKLES “Go forward, for glory awaits thee” Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4. Orchestra 3 4. Newspaper Editorial Staff; Year Book Staff; Character Part in Operetta; Tri- Delta; Class Essayist. Mary will long be remembered poy her friends for her charming personality and sympathetic understanding. Her talent as a pianist, her versatility, ana her scholas- tic ability have enabled her to make a complete success of her high school career, ROBERT OLIVIERI “Every inch a sport” Football 3, 4. Basketball 2 ,8, 4. Baseball 2, 3, 4. Sportsmanship Brotherhood “Sample” is good looking, amiable, and carefree. He has the happy faculty for making frien’s. His interest lies in athletics, especially football and baseball, which he plays excellently. JEANNE O’SULLIVAN “Her music in my heart, I bore, Long after it was heard no more” Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4. Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4. A. A. Play; New England Music Festival 1, 2, 3, 4; Year Book Staff; Tri-Delta. Demure, fun-loving, attractive, and cheerful is Jeanne. Her ability to play the ’cello skillfully gives her an excellent start on the road.to success. : PRESTON PARDY “A ripple of laughter, a cordial “Hi”, And down to work without half a try” Football 4. Assistant Basketball Manager 4. Secretary of A. A. 4; Year Book Staff. Prest’s motto is, “Never do today what you can put off until tomorrow”. Cheer- ful and witty, Prest is a patient sufferer of English. His ambition is to be a writer of successful “swing” songs.