Clinton High School - Memorabilia Yearbook (Clinton, MA)

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aww- ef + RUTH GARDNER GENERAL Couasa Well, Well, if it isn't our own C. H. S. songbird! Ruth needs no intro- duction, for there isn't a person in the whole High School who has not heard her sing. Either in the corridors or on the street, you'll know by listening to her hearty laugh that Gardie is enjoying life. Whether she has inclinations toward nursing, teaching, or bookkeeping, we don't know, for she has not made her future plans known to us. But we do know what to expect from someone with as much determination and optimism as this young lady. Lots of luck from the class of '39, Ruth! ETHEL GIACOUMIS COMMERCIAL Couasa History Circle ' Now we turn our gaze upon one who possesses a kind heart and who is always ready, willing, and able to help. Although a new comer who joined our class in her senior year, Ethel didn't have any trouble in gaining friends among her classmates. Her one great ambition in lite is to become a commercial designer and those who have seen her drawings will agree that her work is beyond the stage of an amateur. She expects to continue and improve her skill as a designer at some art school. In bidding her farewell, the class of '39 wishes her the best luck. RAYMOND GLEASON GENERAL Couasa Tau Sigma, History Circle Ready, willing, and able-these three Words aptly describe Ray. He was invariably in the midst of school activities, and although he didn't engage actively in sports, he could always be seen cheering for the various C. H. S. teams. Ray is the kind of friend we all like, one we can always depend on to keep us in a cheerful mood. He is also one of the brightest pupils in the class of '39, his name appearing often on the General Excellence list. Ray is still undecided as to the future. but the class of '39 knows that he will succeed in whatever vocation he chooses. BARBARA GRADY COLLEGE COURSE Soph. and Junior Vice-President, French Club Vice-President, History Circle, Honorary Member of Clinton Wo-men's Club, Class Book Staff, Athletic Ass'n, Junior Prom. Committee, Bulletin Board, Student Council The most tangible evidence of Babsie's popularity and ability is the fact that she was our sophomore and junior vice-president. During our freshman year, Barbara became known as the girl who never sat out any dances. She seems to be an example of the perfectly balanced high school student-socially perfect and, more important, scholastically outstanding. Although we hate to see her leave, all good things must come to an end, and Katharine Gibb's Secretarial School will be the better for our loss. Barbara leaves C. H. S. with the impression of personality, pep and popu- larity. All in all, she's just right. MARY GRADY NORMAL Counsa Sophomore, French Club, History Circle Mary, whose disposition added much to all C. H. S. activities, is the outdoor type and may be seen, summer or winter, taking up s ace and time at Coachlace. This accounts for her boasting a Senior Lili-2-Saving Emblem. Recess she always spent in Room 8 as one of the Chattering Four- some . Many times giggles could be heard echoing through the corridors, for she could usually find something to giggle over. Her talent for decorating contributed so much to the success of the '38 Prom that it is too bad Mary does not want to be an interior decora- tor, but she expects to do credit to '39 in Clinton Hospital. 25

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JAMES PERRY FRASER TECHNICAL COURSE History Circle, Tau Sigma, Class Book Staff Perry is Clinton's High's mathematical genius who, it is hinted, would rather solve difficult problems in mathematics than swim in Clinton High's social whirlpool. Perry's last two summers have been spent at Fort Devens where he was a corporal in the C. M. T. C. unit, and Where he distinguished himself by winning many coveted awards. Perry's ability to master difficult situations was well proven in his freshman year, when, despite the handicap of a broken leg, he managed to remain near the top of his class through the entire year. The class of '39 feels sure that Dame Fortune will smile on Perry in the future. RICHARD FULLER TECHNICAL COURSE Dick, the guitar player of the Fuller Quintet, is one of those fortunate individuals possessing the ability and the determination to excel in any- thing he undertakes. His sense of humor and sparkling personality have made him a general favorite with all. We know that graduation from High School will not mean the end of him scholastically, but that he will attend some technical school to polish off his successful completion of the Technical Course at Clinton High. Somehow, Dick cannot be imagined as being other than at the top of whatever field he chances to enter. ELEANOR FURPHY COMMERCIAL Couasa History Circle, Bulletin Board Eleanor is one of the prominent members of the Bulletin Board. She has given many a laugh to both her fellow classmates and the under- graduates with her amusing short stories. A great deal of the Bulletin Board's popularity may be said, without exaggeration, to depend upon Eleanor's journalistic ability. This small, slender and vivacious girl has acquired a host of friends in both sexes. She has provided many a rollicking hour's entertainment in the back division of the Study Hall. Her pleasing personality and quick Wit will aid her in her ambition to become a journalist. Here's to success, Eleanor! WILLIAM GADOMSKI COLLEGE COURSE History Circle, French Club Bill is one of the quietest members of our class. He reverses the adage of Half-jest and whole earnest , for his earnest remarks are usually greeted with general hilarity. He has won distinction in most of his classes, especially in Physics and Mathematics. Bill spent one summer with the C. C. C. and his descriptions of activities at camp are interesting, and educational. Bill revels in Macbeth and Caesar and probably has a better in- sight into classical literature than any other member of the class. His themes in English IV were always greeted with favorable criticism and were enjoyed by the entire class. C. H. S. wishes you the best of luck, Bill. ROSE GARAFOLI COMMERCIAL Counse History Circle, Bulletin Board B. Period! The click of heels along the corridorg a jerk at the door and Rose enters! Fortune and misfortune-the former for us and the latter for 1938, when R.ose's course was interrupted by an injury to her ankle during her junior year. Small in size, Rose envies the tall ones but what she lacks in stature is made up in cheerfulness and good nature. She has made many friends and always stands ready to lend a helping hand and to do her part for our class. We know that this spirit will carry her far toward success when she leaves Clinton High. 24

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, A. 1' FRANK GRALA GENERAL COURSE History Circle The merry twinkle in Frank's eye belies his solemn countenance and tells of his good nature and unusual sense of humour. Even if he does live out in the wild back hills of Berlin, he has proved himself a regular feller as the many friends he has made testify. Although Frankie never believed in burning the midnight oil studying, he managed to get by with marks of certificate grade. Frank hasn't decided yet what he will do following graduation, but whatever he does, or wherever he goes, he carries with him the best wishes of the class of '39. GENEVIEVE GUENTHER NORMA Basketball, Field Hockey Genevieve is a happy-go-lucky, carefree, outdoor girl, hailing from Burditt Hill. Gen goes in for horses in a big way. She Wouldn't trade her riding outfit for all the gowns and pretty dresses in the world, and would much rather go riding on her favorite horse than to a dance or a movie. This, how d 't ever, oesn make her any less popular. On the contrary, she has a host of friends in both sexes. In a few years, Genevieve will probably be a dentist's assistant as she is thinking very seriously of entering a dental school in the Fall. L COURSE CATHERINE HAMILTON COMMERCIAL CoURsE History Circle Quiet, friendly, dependable, that's Kay-whose personality and smile have won her the friendship of all her classmates. Sports interest her keenly, and she cheers with the rest of us at football games. Kay has proved herself a hard-working, conscientious student and is well liked by all her teachers. Those of us who are within the inner circle of Kay's friends appreciate her true character and realize that no one else could fill her place among us. Catherine's future is undecided as yet, but We know that whatever it may be she'll reach the top of the ladder of success. ELIZABETH MARY HAMILTON GENERAL COURSE History Circle, Orchestra,-1, 2, 3, 1, A Although Elizabeth is an extremely quiet individual, her pleasing per- sonality, her amiable disposition, and her willingness to help others have contributed to making her one of the most likeable girls in our class. Scotty isn't socially inclined, but she is one of the most prominent and capable members of the High School Orchestra. She is planning to go to Northfield College, where, we know, she will have no difficulty in making the grade because she has all the qualities necessary for success. BARBARA FRANCES HASTINGS I NORMAL Counsa History Circle Now the spotlight falls on -Barbara whose afternoons were given to comforting the patients in Dr. Duprey's office. Her occupation afforded time for study which perhaps accounted for her fine marks. She was a well known figure in every classroom, and whenever any- one wanted to know the answers, Barb was sure to be asked. She attended all the football games and had one of the lustiest voices in the cheering section. Barbara could also be seen at every high school show and dance enjoying herself to the utmost. Her ambition is to become a teacher, and we all know she will succeed. 26 - M. .1-5' i it ,, ,., 1, A