Barre High School - Barretone Yearbook (Barre, MA)

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ROBERT SMITH “Bob” In his four years at Barre High, Bob has played an important part in keeping his classmates united. Bob shows superior leadership and for three years he has led his class very successfully. Wherever you find Bob, you will always find fun and excitement, for he enjoys a joke on himself as well as on someone else. Bob plans to enter Mass. U. next year and there is no doubt in our mind that he will make a great success of his college course. Class President 2, 3, 4, Orchestra 1, 2, Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4, Cheerleading 2, Tennis 4, Debating 2, 3, President 3, Prize Speaking 1, 4, Callahan 1, Barretone 1, 2, 4, Scriptus 1, 2, 3, 4, Editor 4, Chairman Magazine Drive 4, Senior Play 4, Pro Merito 3. STEPHEN SPASARO “Steve” We will remember Steve for his history class ora- tions and his great knowledge of current events. Many a time he has told us what’s what. Though a mild fel- low, he has great power behind him. His marvelous artistic ability enlivened the pages of the Scriptus with every issue and helped make many school func- tions a success. 5, P.C.A. 3, 4, Prize Speaking 3, Scriptus 3, 4, Barretone 3, Pro Merito 3, Glee Club 2. LOUIS SPINNEY “Spinn” “Spinn” is a “happy go lucky” student of Barre High. He has been active in sports, especially in base- ball, and last year played first base for our team. “Spinn” will be remembered for being a person who is always willing to do a favor and for his excep- tionally good nature. After graduation he plans to be an electrician. Eazeball 3, 4, Glee Club 1 ROBERT SWINDELL “Windy” “Windy” is one of our most energetic classmates. Much of his time is spent in the study of “trig.” A good-natured fellow, noted for his sense of humor, he has brought on a laugh many a time. After graduating. Bob plans to go to Trade School where he will study drafting. We all wish the best of success and happiness to a swell classmate. Inking Contest 3, 4. ARNOLD TRIFILO “Trif” “Trif” is the paragon of nonchalance and exempli- fies a happy-go-lucky attitude. He likes anything con- cerning fun and laughter, and would do anything to make a friend of his as happy as he. His ability and technique in drawing classes and in his hobby, painting, have proved him to be quite successful in this field. His intentions are to enter Boston Art School, and make drawing his vocation. President 1, Tennis 4, Track 2, 3, 4, Glee Club 2, 3, 4. 12

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ORVILLE SHELDON “Shel” “Shel” is one to be found wherever there is excite- ment. He is a likeable fellow with a keen sense of humor and a winning smile for everyone. Most of his spare time Orville has devoted to experimenting with the study of mechanical appara- tus. His experiences with motorcycles will be remem- bered by all of us. He is unexcelled in the mechanical field, and his vast knowledge of automobiles has been recognized by many of his friends. “Shel” has inten- tions of practicing his ability as a mecnanic, at which we wish him the best of luck. DOMINIC SIDOTI “Greg” Those of us who know “Greg” are impressed by his friendly and humorous nature. Added to this is his ability as a trumpet player which has won for him the admiration of many. His interest in other people, helping them accom- plish minor goals, and his promptness to act, has achieved for him a personality of sincerity. Working diligently at small tasks has proven that “Mesho” is absorbed in the thought of good im- provements in school and at home. Orchestra 2, 3, Glee Club 3, 4. AMERIGO SIMEONE “Mike” “Mike” is one of the outstanding athletes of the class — and as an athletic team, he and his brother are unbeatable. His likeable manner makes him an ideal friend to have. “Mike’s” plans for the future have already been formulated. He will enter some branch of the service, preferably the Marines. “Mike” aims to be a success and our best wishes are with hi m. Basketball 3, 4, Baseball 3, 4, Tennis 3, 4, Track 3, 4, Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4, Orchestra 2, 3. GILDO SIMEONE “Geego” “Geego” has been voted the best athlete in our class the last three years. He has earned much admira- tion from his team mates because of his wonderful playing. The titles of Baseball Captain and Basket- ball Co-Captain have been bestowed on him this year. Besides his interest in athletics, “Geego” was always ready to help out his fellow classmates. Much credit is due him for the Senior Play settings. Basketball 2, 3, 4, Baseball 2, 3, 4, Tennis 3, 4, Track 2, 3, 4, Senior Play 4, Stage Director, Glee Club 4. LOIS SINCLAIR Lois’ friendliness and sparkling smile have won her many friends since her arrival at Barre High during the Junior year. She has displayed excellent claiss and school spirit by her willingness to always help out. We shall always remember her as Mary Deeter, the girl “who wasn’t even the right shade.” Lois’ outstanding musical talent has kept her active in the orchestra and glee club. She has chosen nursing as her profession and we know that in her quiet determination she will be suc- cessful. Scriptus 4, Volley Ball 4, Senior Play 4, Glee Club 4, Orchestra 3, Soft Ball 4, Callahan 3. 11

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MATTHEW VARNOT “Matt” “Matt” will always be remembered for his abso- lute optimism and spontaneous laughter. His good- heartedness and cheerful mannerisms made him an asset to the Senior Class and an aid in all tasks under- taken. “Matt” will be remembered for his ambition in working. His job in Beard’s Garage and any school task were all undertaken with the same fervor. His black Dodge, (now a tan-grey Pontiac) undoubtedly was the school’s taxi and “Matt” the willing errand runner. To Matt, the Senior Class owes appreciation and will remember his thoughtful ways. Senior Play 4, Glee Club 1, 2, 3, Inking 3. ALVIN WYMAN “Al” Whenever you see a flashy tie or brilliant eye- catching socks you need not look at the face to know that Alvin is approaching. As Don Juan in the commercial “girl” course, he has a gift for provoking laughter and a keen witticism which provides many grins and guffaws for all. His future plans are as yet unformulated, but his commercial work and ability will provide him with a future vocation. Prize Speaking 3, Scriptus 3, 4, Tennis 4, Track 2, 3, 4, Senior Play 4, Glee Club 4. GORDON YOUNG “Porky” By his likeable manner and shy smile, Gordon has achieved many friends who admire his sense of humor and pleasant disposition. Gordon, one of the mechanical experts of our class, will be remembered for his skill as “sound effects” man in our Senior Play. Besides his great mechanical ability, Gordon is a member of the Glee Club, which wouldn’t be complete without the timbre of his bass voice. Gordon is aiming for the interesting vocation of electrical welding. We wish him good luck and best of success. Track 4, Senior Play 4, Glee Club 4. 13