Leominster High School - Magnet Yearbook (Leominster, MA)

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RUSSELL R. COOK “The gentleman tn word and deed.” ‘“Russ’’ or ‘‘Cookie,’’ as he is better known, has taken the Classical Course throughout his three years in high school. He has been president of the Stamp Club, member of the bowling Club, of which he has the record single string i++ and three string total 351. He has also taken part in the Sophomore Pageant, joint concerts, brass ensemble and quartet. He is librarian in the band, in which he has been a trumpet player for five years, having played while he was in junior high. “‘Cookie’’ was usher at both the Graduation and Reception and was on tne Prom Committees in his junior and senior years. His hobby is stamp collecting, and he spec.alizes in unused United States stamps. Outside of school he is treasurer of the y.P.t. at St. Mark’s Church, holder of the Blue Honor Key, and Past Master Councilor of Leominster Chapter, Order of DeMolay. ““Russ’’ has worked with Civil Engineer William P. Ray the past two summers. RUTH E. COSSEBOOM ‘She's spotless as the tlowering thorn.” Ruth, better known to her friends as ‘“‘Ruthy,’’ has taken the Commercial Course curing her three years in high schooi. She was an usher at the Sophomore Pageant ‘Liberty and Union.’’ In her junior year she was a member of the art club and head typist of the Press Club. She was a member of the Art Club and of the Glee Club, and was senior assistant editor of the Press Club in her senior year. She was on the Decoration Committee for both the Junior and Senior Proms. Her name has appeared on the Honor Roll every year. As a hobby, ‘‘Ruthy”’ saves pictures of movie stars and clippings that have to do with school events. She has had some experience working in various offices. She enjoys all sports, but swimming is her favorite. Upon graduation she would like to become a private secretary. KENNETH J. CUMMINGS “In wit a man; simplicity, a child.” Kenneth James Cummings Jr., for short is called Bert. His greatest ambition is to become a successful business man. In his sophomore year he helped backstage for the successful play “Liberty and Union.’ During his three years he has taken part in interclass basketball 2, 3, 4; baseball 2, 3, 4; track 4. When he entered the high school, he started out with the Commercial Course; later he transferred to the General. Ken plans to attend Cushing Academy when he ends high school. Among other things he has served on the Traffic Committee. His hobbies are collecting baseball and bandleaders’ pictures. Kenneth worked on a farm, and, later, in the First National Store. His favorite sports are baseball and football. Outside of school Kenneth is a member of the Comets A. A. His most memorable experience was taking part in the class fight of '41. Kenneth thinks that Human Relations is the most important subject to him. IRENE J. CUNNINGHAM “Tam now well known.” Irene, who is nicknamed ‘‘Rennie’’ by her classmates, has studied the Commercial Course throughout her three years in school. Her greatest ambition is to become a secretary. For three years she has participated in activities of the Speech Club. In her first year in this school, she had a part in the pageant ‘Liberty and Union.”’ Her hobbies are numerous; she enjoys collecting a variety of colorful handkerchiefs. She also has another collection —- menus from the dining places she has visited. While in high school she was employed by the W. T. Grant Co. Her favorite sports are swimming and skating. She also enjoys watching football games. Outside of school, she is a member of the Y.P.R.U. The subject she has most valued throughout her high school career is English. She is undecided what she will do after school is out. JOHN J. CURLEY “His best companions, innocence and health.” John Curley, or to most of the students of Leominster High School, ‘‘Doc’’ or ‘Curl,’ is pursuing the Classical Course. He was rather active in sports during the three years at high school, playing football three years and receiving two letters for playing this sport, plus two letters in baseball and one in basketball. Between these regular school sports, he found time to take part in the inter-mural hockey league formed at the high school. Of all these sports, football is his favorite, with hockey a close second. Next year he plans to enter a prep school, but he has not, as yet, decided which one is preferable. On most Saturdays you can find him working in Brockleman’s Market, either on the meat or vegetable counter. “‘Curl’’ in his sophomore year was president of his home room, and a member of the student cabinet. In his jwiior year he was elected president of his class. “‘Curl’s’’ most memorable experience in his three years at high school was the Senior Prom.

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LOUISE A. CHASE “Her love was sought, I do aver.’ Louise, or “‘Chip”’ as everyone calls her, took the Classical Course for the first two years of her high school career. In her senior year she studied Commercial subjects in anticipation of entering the business world. In her sophomore year she was an honorary member of the Book Club. In her junior year she joined the Press Club and was elected junior-editor, also belonging to the Book Club, French Club, and C.M.I.P.A. In her last year “‘Chip’’ acted as secretary of the French Club, editor-in-chief of the Press Club, and member of the C.M.I.P.A. ‘‘Chip's”’ name has appeared on the Honor Roll every year. In addition to her membership in clubs, she was vice-president of the Sophomore Class, member of the Junior Library Council for three years, acting as chairman in her senior year, and was on the Prom Committees every year. ‘‘Chip”’ also acted as general secretarial assistant for the Senior Class Play. Outside activities include being a member of the Young Peo ple’s Religious Union of the Unitarian Church, and also belonging to the Junior Choir. Writing letters, day dreaming, hiking, and reading as well as doing clerical work in a local office, and working in a dress shop, take up most of her spare time. ‘‘Chip’s’’ ambition is to make the most of her education. BERNICE J. CHESBROUGH “Of manners gentle, of affections mild.”’ Bernice is known to her friends by the nickname of ‘‘Bee.’’ During her three years in Leominster Senior High, Bernice has taken the Commercial Course. In her sophomore year she was a member of the hockey team. Since then she has kept busy, working after school. During her senior year she has been working at the New England Novelty Co. During her sophomore year she was a member of the Outdoor Sports Club. In her junior year she was secretary and treasurer of the Biology Club, while in her senior year she was a member of the International Club. As a sophomore she ushered at the pageant, ‘Liberty and Union.’ She was a member of the Junior and Senior Prom Committees. Bernice has an inter- esting hobby of collecting salt and pepper shakers. Her favorite sport is roller skating. Her greatest ambition is to be a hairdresser. ANTHONY CHIURRI “‘He’s armed without, that’s tnnocent within.’ Anthony, better known as “‘Tony’’ by his friends, has pursued the General Course for the past three years. He has been an active member of the Highway Safety Club and was on the Junior and Senior Prom Committees. In his leisure time he likes to drive and listen to the radio. His hobby is building model airplanes. Tony has risen at five o’clock every morning for the past three years, to deliver milk. He also works after school. After graduation he plans to enter Luscombe School of Aeronautics and later to enlist in the United States Air Corps. 2 ? DORIS M. COLLETTE “To every nobler virtue bred, And polished grace.”’ Doris has been enrolled in the Commercial Course during her entire three years. Her favorite sport is bicycle riding. English and History are her favorite subjects. She spends most of her time drawing, and reading; however, working after school has taken up much of her time. She has been on the Honor Roll for the past three years. She belonged to the Book Club when a Junior and to the Speech Club when a Senior. She was on the Publicity Committee for the Interclass Play Contest during her Sophomore, Junior, and Senior years. She belongs to the Fortnightly Club, enjoying an honorary membership. Doris hopes to work in an office after school, and her greatest ambition is to be a success at her job. RITA Y. COMEAU “She talked to me with smiles.” Rita, who is called ‘‘Frenchy’’ by some of her friends, has pursued the Com- mercial Course throughout her three years in high school. Her favorite subjects, as well as her most valuable ones, were shorthand and typing. During her three years in high school, she has made the Honor Roll. In her Senior year Rita was a member of the Speech Club. She was on the Refreshment Committee for the Senior Prom. Outside of school she belongs to the St. Jean’s Society. During part of her junior year and all during her senior year, Rita worked at Frye’s Ice Cream Parlor. Her favorite sports are roller skating and ice skating. As a hobby, Rita collects pennies. Her one ambition is to become an efficient secretary.

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GRACE CURRY “And she’s two glancing, sparkling eyes.” Grace Laura Curry, better known as “‘Maizie’’ or ‘“Twinkie’’ by her friends, has taken the General Course for the past three years. She was a member of the Sports Club in her sophomore year and of the Biology Club in her junior year; she was also on the Junior and Senior Prom Committees. Her hobby is collecting buttons and ear rings of all kinds. For the past few years Grace has been an employee of the Commonwealth Plastic Co. and E. B. Kingmen’s. Her favorite sports are swimming and dancing. After graduation she plans to enter the Leominster Hospital as a student nurse. CONCETTA M. DANDINI “She strove the neighborhood to please.”’ Concetta, better known as “‘Connie,’’ has taken the Commercial Course. She has been on the Honor Roll every year. During her sophomore year she had the leading role in the pageant “‘Liberty and Union.’’ Concetta was an active member of Speech Club and Press Club. Outside of school she is Venerable in the Sons of Italy Girls’ Junior Lodge. After school hours she is employed in an office. Her ambition is to become a private secretary. She enjoys all outdoor sports, especially swimming and skating. Her hobby is reading about famous people. She was on the Music Cuo:mittee for the Senior Prom. As yet she has no plans for the future, but she hopes to enter a business school. KATHLEEN M. DARCY “Charms strike the sight, but merit wins the soul.” Kathleen, or ‘“‘Kay’’ as everyone calls her, has taken the Commercial Course during her three years in Leominster High School. Her activities in school have included membership in the Speech Club and the Biology Club. During her junior year she played hockey, basketball, and volley ball and became a member of the newly-formed Tennis Club. Kay served on both Junior and Senior Prom Committees. While in her junior year she acted as usher at the Senior Reception and also at the Interclass Play Contest. Her favorite sports include swimming, skating, bowling, and dancing. After graduation Kay expects to enter Burdett College. Her ambition is to become an executive secretary. RICHARD DE CAROLIS “His pity gave ere charity began.” Richard De Carolis is known to all his friends as Dick. He has been taking the General Course during his senior year. His favorite subject is History. He is a member of the Speech Club, and ushered at the Graduation Reception of the Class of ‘41. Dick was very active in interclass hockey 1, 2, and basketball 1, 2, 3; and he managed the football team 1, 2. Outside of school, Dick belongs to the Comet A. A. and is a very active member of the basketball team. He works after school at the Lubin Clothing Company, and expects to take up salesmanship and advertising when he is graduated. FRANK DEL GUIDICE “E’en his failings leaned to virtue’s side.’ ? Frankie, in his three years at the Leominster High School, has taken the Classical Course. His favorite sports are swimming, hockey, and football. A hobby that he actively enjoys is collecting recordings of famous swing bands. The subject he enjoyed most was Latin, which he has studied for four years. The events he enjoyed were the weekly sings, in which he participated with enthusiasm.