Natick High School - Sassamon Yearbook (Natick, MA)

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THE SASSAMON 17 ferred on her the honors of Class Edi- tor in her Freshman and Sophomore year, Associate Editor in her Junior year and Editor-in-Chief in her Senior year. We need say nothing of the enormity of the task, and doubtless it would be of no avail, for to none but herself is there a fair concept of the mental strain, which the completion of such works entail. We could go on telling Miriam's accomplishments in volumes, for she is also an excellent pianist, and basketball player, but my space is limited, so I close, with the wishes of all for a great future. Every class contains a certain five or six who either by excessive burn- ing of the midnight oil or by the use of the gifts that nature has bestowed upon them shine a little brighter than the other intellectual lights around them. Marguerite Whitney is one of these leaders, for she has gained sec- ond honor, being salutatorian of our class. We are not qualified to say which of the two reasons is the secret of her success, or whether it is a com- bination of both, but at any rate Mar- guerite has one of the honors, which every student has struggled to gain during his high school career. It isn't hard to make a good guess at Mar- guerite's future. The past is an ex- cellent criterion by which to form our opinion-and having formed it, we ex- tend to her our best wishes. Anna Fitzpatrick is already well- known and needs no introduction. For it is Anna's pen that has written the other half of this history. In the class room Anna has been one of our popu- lar members. Her keen and sparkling wit has ever been a constant source of relief from the routine of class. There is no need to predict her future for one who has been such a successful student, will inevitably meet with like success in whatever work she may choose. llelen Brennan is one of those girls who are very popular with the men. She has always been a joy to the other sex, and cannot fund a place in school, but where she is forever the center of the gentlemen of our class. But to all Helen's companionship has been a source of pleasure. She has become known to us all as a jolly good class- mate, and it is the wish of all that every success attend her in the future. Another member of our class is Irene Cohan, who entered high school from the eighth grade. Her history is not only pleasing and happy, but also bright and illuminating. Irene has been endowed by nature with locks that shine resplendently and in spite of this fact or because of it, we know not which, she never allows herself to get excited. She possesses a disposition that is quiet and amiable and as a re- sult is popular with her classmates. She has won a place in our hearts as well as on the honor roll and we feel sure that her future will be one of success. Richard Spencer, my friends, is one of the few who helped to put the biz in the business affairs of the class of 1916. He has been the Subscription Editor of the Sassamon, and without him, no doubt, the funds would be few and far between. The word silent is one of the chief reasons of his suc- cess, little talk with much work seems to be his working motto. How- is not alone a business scholar for he has ob- ever, Richard man, he is a tained a place on the honor roll and is If you do not believe also a runner. he is a runner, ask the people of South Natick. We predict great things for him in the future because his zeal for work and his thorough gentlemanli- ness have proved valuable assets to him in his chosen work. In the summer of 1913 Hazel Sprott first heard the distant bell of the Natick High School, for, two years she had spent in Framingham. But when about to begin Junior Year, she answered the Natick High bell. We are exceed- ingly glad she did, for she has proven a most capable Captain of our first basketball team. She has also worked like a busy bee as Art and Exchange Editor for this last half year. She is to be given great credit for her suc- cess in this school, and to be sure she has been given it, for she is an honor

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I6 THE SASSAMON school. She thinks that one who plays truant is very wicked. She likes Sher- born apples, especially rosy reds. Her aim in life is to be Young. At the rate she is now going, we expect that her aim will be reached in a few more years. We hope she will be happy, as well as Young. Mary Gilleran is the jolly girl of the class. Her giggle is very well known to all, teachers and pupils alike. Her laugh- ter is really contagious. XVe presume this is why our bashful boy learned to giggle so well. We should enjoy having a giggling match between the two, but doubt our ability to get a competent judge to decide which was champion. Laugh and the world laughs with you is Mary's favorite motto. She has been a brilliant student, and a very rapid stenographer. Stenography is her pro- fession. Cheer her on as we do. ' Mary Griffin helped to make life seem bright in English class when things began to lool-: dark. Her remarks were never lacking, and were very amusing. When asked if she would like to teach the class, she replied that she would like to teach us something. Her opinion of us is evidently not very flattering, but we don't mind. Perhaps, as she grows older and wiser her ideas will change. She has been very kind hearted in spite of her sarcastic remarks, and we have enjoyed having her with us. joseph Marinofsky has had for a mot- .o, Better late than never, and has practiced it in his classes, rushing his work in about five minutes before the term closed. He never lacked excuses though. Oh my. no. He didn't hear the lesson, or he left his book at home, or he had to feed the chickens. Never was an excuse invented that joe didn't try. However, boys will be boys. He came through all right, and has that much to be thankful for. He considered himself a privileged character. So did we. He hasn't been an angel by any means, but he is a nice boy just the same. and we would like to hear great things of him, such as that he has become a rival of Caruso. And now allow me to introduce to you Mary Casey, a talented young lady who joined our ranks from the 8th grade. She has served dutifully on the Sassamon Board, also on the school bas- ket-ball team. She will now read to you the history of the remaining members of the class, and I guarantee it will be in- teresting, as her writings usually are. Anna Fitzpatrick. CLASS HISTORY No. II. . The history of the Senior Class this year is linked by closest bonds with that of the school. Yet, leaving the momentous four years in the history of the school, we ma well pause at this height and look far down to the beginnings of our own life here. I shall begin with our President, Mr. john Wardell, who is well-known to all. Fully realizing that this space can never adequately chronicle the activi- ties of our zealous President, I, there- fore, will merely strive to mention the most important. As President of the Senior Class and also of the class in junior year, he has proved that there is no one as competent within the school. We have had several stormy sessions at our recent class meeting on financial mattersg during it all, how- ever, it was an inspiring sight to see john restore order. Not once during his executive year has he lost control, and when the gavel falls usually the opposition falls therewith. john has also been one of our active Business Managers of the Sassamon. For his future we can only hope for a continu- ation of the past. One fair morning a bright yet thoughtful maiden presented herself among the ranks of the entering stu- dents to high school. Little there was to indicate our future Valedictorian, Miriam Eldridge, save perhaps a frankness of countenance. It soon be- came evident, however, from her daily class work, that her superiors could bring out the actual ability that has since characterized her presence among us. Her record for the four years, is one to be proud of. But as every rose has its thorn, so the school gave Miriam her due and con-

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I8 THE SASSAMON pupil. Iler future will be one to be looked on with great pleasure by her friends. There are so many good things that could be said about Geneve Wilde, that it is diflicult to know just what to say. For four years she has taken the whole college course with all its terrors, and she has come out amongst the highest in rank. Her friends, who are innum- erable know her as a bright and happy companion. Geneve always looks on the right side of life and thus her dis- position is sunny and exuberant. Ge- neve will surely meet success in all her undertakings for her perseverance in her work will always stand with her. This class numbers amongst its members many who are gifted with a quiet disposition, and among these no one is more popular than Raymond Foley. It is a pleasure to know a man who has the courage of his convictions and who maintains them in the face of all opposition. Such a man is Foley, and when he feels he is right, no power can shake him from his stand. This is a true test of a man and he has sur- vived the test. As a student he has performed his work in a conscientious manner, and is highly deserving, since he is one of the few boys who have received honor. Our best wishes go with him. The memory we have of Alvin Lea- vitt is his smile. For he has always tried to keep aloof from everyone and everything, that would in any way make him conspicuous. But this smile shall never be forgotten, for it reveals his disposition, and we are sure that disposition will always be a bright star in his life. Ruth Cassidy has always been loyal to her school and classmates. Drama- tics has been one of her hobbies. and the success of the senior play can be partly attributed to her untiring ef- forts. She is Athletic Editor of the Sassamon, and has worl-:ed hard to make the book a success: a glance through the Athletic Department shows some of the good work that she has done. This same energy applied to her future work will surely lead her to success. With pleasure we present to you Marion Walsh. Marion is a leader in all activities of the school, holding a place on almost every committee that our worthy President appoints. One of the chief pastimes of Marion is Ex- hibition Dancing. It would not sur- prise us a bit, dear friends, to hear that Marion had opened a new studio on North Avenue, where dancing is taught to the exclusive set. We all wish her the best of fortune. John Lee has always had a propen- sity toward athletics and his success has been due to his steady work on the gridiron. But Jack is a good stu- dent and has been rewarded, by his election to the Executive Committee of the English Society. His career has been marked by three qualities, quiet- ness, affability, and courtesy. Suffice it to say that jack should entertain no fear or doubt as to his future suc- cess. Quiet, modest and unassuming Frank Dudley has ever striven to keep the light of his talents hidden, and it was only after repeated urging that he was prevailed upon to accept the office of the President of the English Society. That position he has nlled with an ability, which would go far towards making any society successful. He has been also one of the leading athletes, taking part in all the sports of high school. Whatever vocation Frank may aspire to you may be certain that the application of his energies, as he is sure to apply them will result in success. To her friends Mary Fitzpatrick is a warm and jovial companion but it has pleased her to draw apart and to re- main quietly among us. Her unas- suming manner, however, has won the esteem of all her classmates and she leaves high school with the good wishes of all. joseph Clarke, our well-known sales- man in Oliver's Fish Market, is one of our popular young men. But the fact that he sells fish has nothing to do with his sense of truth, as he is a very upright man in every work he pursues. VVC are sure that this quality will bring