Clinton High School - Memorabilia Yearbook (Clinton, MA)

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N . ELIZABETH DURKIN Commercial Course I hstor Circle. Photography dub. Soph. Minstrel Show. Laugh and the world laughs with you: weep hut Anna never weeps, she is one of the most pleasant and carefree girls of the class of 1940. Durk is one of our most popular girls, as no one can resist her charming personality. !)urk seems to be having a wonderful time. Although Anna never took studying too seriously, she has always been successful in anything she undertook. Anna ' s ambition is to be a nurse. We are certain that when she dons her white uniform she will be a great success because of her sunny disposition and cheery smile. Id) WARD DYLKWICZ Commercial Course I listory Circle, Photography Club. “Every man must reach success in his own way. Edward will never be remembered by his classmates as being boister- ous and noisy; in tact his acquaintances and intimate friends were a bit limited. However he did represent the typical high school student, in that he was right in there plugging along all the time. The business world will see more of Edward in future years as he plans to go to Business School next year. Best of luck Edward, from 1940. WILLIAM FAIRBANKS General Course History Circle, Tau Sigma. “Xot that I loved study less, Rut that I loved leisure more. ' ' Bill was what might be described as an “Enigma. and in case you ' re wondering what that is, it ' s something that is very difficult to explain. One of the smallest boys in the class, he nevertheless was one of the most sophisticated. Studies to him were as important as a fifth wheel on an automobile. During our last year with him, we dis- covered him burdened down with the weight of two (2) subjects while the rest of us were struggling with five or six. Take it easy was Bill’s motto and maybe he had the right idea - — but just in case, 1940 wishes him success in whatever field he selects in his life work. JAMES FAR RAG! 1ER College Course History Circle, Tau Sigma. “An ounce of wit Is worth a pound oj sorrow.” James, another prominent member of the l ire Station Gang, could never be accused of over concentrating on study. To him studying was something that could be put off indefinitely. However, when report cards were handed out, he always managed to display one which was marked with a minimum of red ink. What James plans tor the future is a bit indefinite at present, but whatever path he chooses, he carries along with him the best wishes ol his classmates in 1940. 18

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HARRY S. DESPOTOPULOS Technical Course Tau Sigma, History Circle, Historical Society, ( ' lass Book Staff, Junior Prom Committee. “ Ability to start, and ability to finisli. Known better for his outstanding characteristics of quiet-bearing and pleasing personality, Harry has steadily and sincerely won the friendship of all his classmates. Achieving the dubious distinction of being known as the best punster in the class, he has overbalanced this by his studiousness and consequent consistent honors. To merely wish him success, is to minimize our hopes. Best of luck Harry from the class of 1940. NICHOLAS CHARLES DESPOTOPULOS College Course Tau Sigma, History Circle, Football, Junior Prom Committee. Sport that wrinkled care derides. “Nick” is a lover of all types of sports. He is a very sensible man always smiling, laughing, and having fun in his class rooms. As you all know, Nick is another member of “The Fire-Station Gang.” He is a popular fan of Benny Goodman. Nick is planning to enter Yale, and we hope that he will realize his ambition. SHEILA PAUL DEVANEY College Course History Circle, Photography Club, Field Hockey, Junior Prom Committee. Your wit makes others witty. Intelligent, good natured and a bright smile describes Sheila. Her ever-present friendly spirit and her good sportsmanship have gained for her a host of friends with boys and girls alike. She attended all social activities and gave her whole-hearted support. “Shed is an accomplished pianist and possesses a lovely singing voice. Her favorite pastime is reading. Sheila is undecided as to her future vocation but plans to attend Regis College. The best wishes of the class of ’40 go with you “Sheil. ' ’ BEATRICE ROSALIE DOWD College Course History Circle, Prom Committee, Historical Society, Photography Club, Basketball, Field Hockey, Class Sec. Junior Year. A woman ' s hair is her crowning glory. Our eyes are magnetically drawn toward the charming Miss with the bright crown of red hair. She is know among her friends as “Bea.” Her pleasant manner has supplied her with many friends. Never missing a social function and never without a partner, Bea has added joy to our four years at C.H.S. She plans to enter the field of nursing and we feel certain she will meet with success. Good luck, Bea, from the Class of 1940. 17

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MARY ELLEN FERGUSON College Course Vice-Presidcnt-4, French Club, 1 listory Circle, I listorical Society, Junior Prom Committee, 1). A. R. Gootl Citizen, Photography Club. A girl of many talents, popular with all. Who was it that said, “Beauty and brains cannot he combined.” Well, Ferg is certainly an exception to the rule, for besides being one of the most attractive girls in our class, she is one of the stu- dents gifted with scholastic ability. Mary was the lucky girl chosen as the representative of our school to attend the meeting of the Daughters of the American Revolution, which was held in Boston. Ferg plans to further her studies at Simmons, and we know that whatever she chooses for her life ' s work, she will succeed. Best of luck from ' 40, Mary! BETTY FITCH College Course History Circle, Photography Club. Friendship shone in her eye. When the Class of 1940 points out its pride and joy it certainly can ' t afford to miss Betty. Betty has gained many friends in C.H.S., and her spirit of friend- liness is well known to all. Her smile just seems to invite friends, and she possesses the charm to perpetuate them. She has not revealed to us her future ambition but girls with dis- positions like Betty’s invariably make a success of life. Good luck, Betty, from dear old ' 40. ROBERT JAMES FLYNN Commercial Course History Circle, Tau Sigma, Prom Committee, Photography Club. 1 am the master of my fate. A pleasant disposition, charming personality, and spontaneous wit, have made Robert one of the most popular boys in the senior class. He takes an active part in school activities and helps towards their class. Robert plans to further his studies at Worcester Trade. Here ' s to success, Bob, from 1940. CONCORDIA FREY Commercial Course History Circle, Photography Club. For she was just the quiet kind , Whose nature never varies. Concordia’s charm lies in her quiet and reticent outlook toward life. Though retiring in manner. Concordia has lent her earnest support to all our class activities. Concordia proves true the old maxim, “Silence is Golden” for this attitude has won for her the inestimable value of many friends. Although she doesn’t partake in sports, nevertheless, she may always be seen at every social function. Best of luck Concordia from the class of ’40. 19