Clinton High School - Memorabilia Yearbook (Clinton, MA)

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PATRICK F. HYNES Pat, that is to say, Mr. Hynes, is one of the teachers whom few of us have had the pleasure of truly understand- ing. Those of us, as Sophomores, as- piring for a little knowledge of Caesar without too much work, entered his awe inspiring room. It wasn’t until we were Seniors unwinding the tales of Virgil that we appreciated Mr. Hynes’ keen wit and humor. We all, however, will remember Pat’s unceas- ing willingness to help us out of our difficulties no matter where the trou- ble lay. The class of 1927 extends to him its due thanks for his unfailing helpfulness. NELLIE KENT As a teacher of mathematics, Miss Kent is a perfect success. Those of us to whom mathematics seemed some- what a burden shall never forget the patience and aid she gave us after school hours, helping us turn our fears of mathematics into joy. Her sincere interest in the class of 1927 has made her an inspiration long to be cher- ished in our hearts. MARY KERRIGAN Shall we ever forget the first day when we entered the French class of the “petite, amicable institutrice” and the amazement which spread over our faces at the fluent French which greeted us. We learned quickly (?) however, and it was not long before we were able to understand our “pe- tite” teacher perfectly. Her friendly spirit and her understanding nature has made her a sincere friend of 1927. 12

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JOHN F. COMISKEY This is Mr. Comiskey’s second year with us and he officially comes in con- tact with only Commercial students. This does not mean, however, that he is not a favorite. No one entered the portals of Room 4 in September and left in June without learning the in- tricacies of the business world. Mr. Comiskey’s favorite word was, “Com- prend?” Which tends to show that if we did not learn it was our own fault. He is wished much success by ’27. “Catchum” the idea?” RAYMOND F. DYER To Ray goes the reward of being the most helpful friend of 1927. He had the burden of making the class book what it is — and its success is due to the aid and time he so kindly gave out- side of class. Ray’s services to the class football and basket-ball teams sure were appreciated. In class his ready wit and obliging nature helped us to study our lessons with pleasure. Good Luck Ray — Never-to-be-forgot- ten friend of the Seniors! MARY C. HARRITY Miss Harrity taught only Commer- cial subjects, but we always enjoyed these classes, partly because of the teacher and partly because of her methods of teaching. Miss Harrity was strict but by the time we became Sen- iors we realized that it is the strict teachers whom we generally admire and from whom results are usually obtained. She is wished the best of luck by the graduating class. 11

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ALICE B. McNAB Although we have not had Miss McNab since we were Freshmen and Sophomores, she still keeps a warm place in our affections. She often in- troduced little devices to turn Fresh- men’s Stumbling Blocks to Stepping- Stones to Success. In Latin I she quickly smoothed over our rough spots. We are certain she will con- tinue to endear herself to the classes in the future as she has to us. Joseph f. McCaffrey As a teacher, “Joe” is a success but as an athletic coach he surely is a marvel. He is largely responsible for the success of the various athletic teams and the keen zest which he put into a game of basket-ball showed his fine spirit of helpfulness which in- spired the boys on to win. As a. teach- er, his flow of wit and his patience brought out the fact that he could eas- ily cover himself with glory in en- tirely different undertakings. Good luck, Joe, from 1927! JOHN P. McGRAIL Many seniors were fearful, upon finding that U. S. History, a dreaded subject, was required; so, it was with heavy hearts and lagging feet that we entered Room 5 in September. But was this the way we marched into that same room a week later? No, we’ll say it isn’t; not by a long shot! We sure did imbibe knowledge from John- ny, especially on the importance of the dollar sign, or in the language of the curbstone, Mazuma. For our success in the Senior Show we are greatly in- debted to Johnny. “May he obtain all the success he desires,” is the wish of ’27. 13