Case High School - Chief Yearbook (Swansea, MA)

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Later in the year, at one of the class meetings, it was decided to sponsor something of a new and different form of entertainment. A unique idea, proposed by our class advisor, was to sponsor a Cabaret and Dance. The event, held in March, proved to be not only entertaining but also financially successful. So ended our social activities. The election of officers followed. The leaders elected were: John Horgan, president; Lloyd Dixon, vice-president; Dorothy Wilcox, secretary; and Edna Rosen, treasurer. Because Coach Thompson accepted a position at Somerset High School, it was necessary for us to choose an advisor. Miss Sweeney was asked to serve us in the capacity, and she graciously undertook the task. After the election a short business meeting was held. It was decided to have another class picnic similar to the one at the close of our Sophomore year. Our Senior year was full of many activities as we were very anxious to raise the amount of money needed for our New York trip. Through the un¬ tiring and patient efforts of our class advisor, we were able to reach our goal. For the second time in the history of the school a year book is to be published. In the course of the year five members of the class have joined the Armed services. Two have joined the Army; and three, the Navy. The third week of March found us enjoying the much awaited trip to New York. Our greatest desire had been realized! The four years spent at Case leave many happy memories for the years to come. At this time we wish to extend our sincere appreciation to Miss Sweeney who, with untiring efforts, has guided our class to success. Mr. Chace, the faculty, and the school committee, we also thank for their cooperation and encouragement in helping us to reach our goal.

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In September 1941, the class of ’45 entered the Joseph Case High School. Although we were, at first, a very awkward and timid group, we overcame our deficiencies as we became accustomed to the general routine of the school. On the fifth Monday after the opening of school, we undertook the usual procedure of selecting the class officers for the ensuing year. Lawrence 1 raynor was elected President; Robert Enos, vice-president; Betty Enos, sec¬ retary; and Edna Rosen, treasurer. Mr. Thompson was chosen Class Advisor. The only activity during our Freshman year was a Valentine Dance which proved to be very successful. This was our start toward the traditional Senior Trip to New York. In June, the following officers were chosen for our Sophomore year: President, Lawrence Traynor; Vice-president, John Horgan; Secretary, Dor¬ othy Wilcox; and Treasurer, Edna Rosen. During our Sophomore year the proceeds from a Christmas Dance ma¬ terially improved our financial status. There was no further business to be considered by the class until our next regular election of class officers for the Junior year which was held in June. The officers elected were as follows: President, John Horgan; Vice-president, William Ingram; Secretary, Dorothy Wilcox; and Treasurer, Edna Rosen. After the election of officers a short meeting was held. It was decided to have a class picnic at Touisset to take place shortly after the closing of school. During our Junior year, our activities were more numerous than they had been in the previous years, the first event being a Thanksgiving Dance. After much discussion, the problem of choosing a class ring was settled.

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ass We, the Class of 1945 of the Joseph Case High School, being of sound mind, do hereby direct that this bit of nonsense be our last will and testament. To Mr. Chace and Miss Sweeney we leave our thanks and appreciation for the guidance that they have given us through the trials and tribulations of the past years. Howard Westfield imparts some of his ability to do mathematics to Joanne Marr. Arthur Paulhus leaves to Robert Douglas his neatness and style in clothes. To Thelma Martin and Edel Gardner, Helen Martin and Jean Eddy leave their places in the cafeteria assembly line. Cecelia Almeida leaves her mischievous ways to Betty Ann Traynor. To Robert Cook, Herbert Hadfield gives all of his excess height. Eileen Cox leaves her talkativeness to Eileen Deubel. Arline Ferry bequeathes her quiet reserve to Miss Reagan to give to anyone who is in need of it. To Maurice Pichette, his brother Raymond leaves his position in the drug store. Jeanne Fournier regrets that she cannot leave her sunny disposition as she will need it in the future. Jack Horgan leaves his brother Tommy to defend Rehoboth. To Gerald Vaudreuil and Grace Williams, William Dowling and Rita Lapointe leave their blushes. Gene Mailley consents to lend his wavy hair to Robert Berard. Rueith McKenney leaves her leading roles in the operettas to her sister Marguerite. Robert Hogarth hopes to leave with passing grades. The pessimism of Charles Senay is left to the school to be given to any person who has too much optimism. To Pauline Martel, Eleanor Garnett leaves her taste in clothing. James Peters and Edward Denis leave their spirit of patrioti sm to the remaining student body of Case.