Clinton High School - Memorabilia Yearbook (Clinton, MA)

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“ shall not look upon his like again. ' FRANCIS FLAHERTY “ Coffee ” “Shono “ Jubilo ” Football, 4-C College Course Birthday: May 1. Favorite occupation: Feeding Ruane’s nag. Favorite expression: Get a rope. Favorite drink: C 2 H:,OH. Fa- vorite song: “Seven of Eleven.” Who of us can forget Coffee, our warm-hearted, happy go-lucky classmate? As a member of the football squad, Coffee displayed an unusual amount of pluck. No matter how much his opponent out- weighed him, he was always ready to give battle. His daily bouts with “Mart” must have assisted him greatly in becoming the “fight- ing center.” It is apparent, however, that he did not employ foot- ball tactics for his brain in the acquisition of knowledge. He had a ready wit, and never failed to make classes interesting with his stage whispers, heightening the effect with uproarious laughter. Altogether, “Coffee” is one of the noisiest, not to mention laziest, fellows in the class. Although his future is as yet undecided, we know that he will succeed in whatever he may undertake. Good luck, Coffee! 29

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“On with the dance! Let joy be unconfined , LESTER JOSEPH DYER “Pop” Football, 2, 3, 4; Baseball, 3, 4; Basketball, 3, 4; Track, 2; Dramatics, 4; Senior Play General Course Birthday: December 7. Favorite occupation: Giving the girls a thrill. Favorite expression: “Det a Dun.” Favorite drink: Haig Haig. Favorite song: “They Call It Dancing.” Who doesn’t know Pop? Well, to those unfortunates, here he is — bright and happy, smiling and snappy, loyal friend and athlete — up goes the curtain, friends — enter, Lester, and display your alibi. Pop is quite a live wire and joined the ranks at C. H. S. quite some time ago. For you must know, our Pop possesses an affable dispo- sition, and he never starts smiling, — cause he never stops. He manages to retain his sunny countenance throughout the dullest class hours. Lester Joseph is fond of all athletics, and in football and basket- ball, was always dependable and steady. His favorite amusement is dancing and he certainly is a classy little toddler. He is fond of excitement and we have it on good authority that his chief activity is to attend every class of entertainment, where he usually puts in a “rattling” good appearance. You know, folks, a Flivver is all right, but it takes gas to make it go! Well, cheer up old friend, if the world goes wrong, remember it’s good just to be alive, and here’s to the best of luck in after life, “Pop.” 28

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“A man like a watch is to be valued for his goings FRANCIS JOHN FREEL “Freelo” u Fran” General Course Birthday: May 31. Favorite occupation: Dancing. Favorite ex- pression : “Let’s go.” Favorite drink : Coffee frappe. Favorite song: “Last Night on the Back Porch.” We all know Freelo If not — why not? Although his birthday is just after Memorial Day, he is far from dead. Francis is a new addition to our class. Last year, he decided he would be much happier without the worry of studies (can we imagine Freelo bur- dened with books?) but when Francis saw all our happy Seniors tripping back, he changed his mind, and we are all glad to see him become one of our class. At the social events, we are sure to see Freelo, always tripping the light fantastic. That will probably account for his receiving in our class ballot, “the wizard in the Terpischorean Art.” Within a few years, we expect to see Freelo, “strutting his stuff” before some glaring footlights. Francis’s future plans are to enter Fitchburg Normal and become a teacher (this is where he makes others suffer) — Good luck. “Freelo,” — the best wishes of ’24 go with you. 30