High School of Commerce - Caduceus Yearbook (Springfield, MA)

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ANNA CREANZA Most treasured possession, “My nephew.” 336 Eastern Ave. Anna's sense of responsibility, as evidenced by her care for her beloved nephew, has found an outlet in her position as Vice-President of Nisimaha, and in her after-school position. In an office, this trait will be invaluable. MARY ELIZABETH CROWLEY 27 Ontario St. Favorite food, ‘‘Pickles.”’ Though Mary's favorite food is of the acid variety, it bears no reflection on her sweet personality, which has charmed her fellow members of the Nisimaha Club and Guest Committee for the Prom and Banquet. ELIZABETH FRANCES CULLINANE 36 Wolcott St. “Tt’s fun to be busy.” As Secretary of our class, Assistant Editor of Commerce, and a member of the Le Foyer Club, Elizabeth has showed executive ability. Her sense of responsibility also has been demonstrated on the Cap and Gown and the Class Day Program Committees. MURIEL CECILIA DAIGLE 78 Pearl St. Favorite food, ‘‘Hamburgs.”’ Muriel takes great delight in devouring hamburgers. Perhaps the energy needed for skating, hiking, and bowling has been supplied by this body-building food. Her vigor and her stenographic skill will help her to succeed as an office worker. ADELINE LORRAINE DAL MOLIN 325 Oakland St. Most treasured possession, ‘‘My Shorthand Certificates.” Adeline’s radiant eyes sparkle brightly when she gazes at her treasured shorthand certificates. - Her skill, acquired from her Stenographic Course, as well as her quiet enthusiasm, will hasten the realization of her ambition, to become a Stenographer. HELEN IRENE DALY “T love ice cream with chocolate sauce.”’ The energy Helen has expended in numerous assemblies, the Glee Club, in the Nisimaha Club, and on the Seating Committee for the Banquet has given her much cause to desire refreshment from her favorite dish. ELAINE.DAISY DEIT Z 34 Cliftwood St. “I’m so happy when people listen to my moron jokes.” When off duty from the laughter front, Elaine has been busy as our Student Council President, G.A.A. Representative, winner of the John S. Young and War Chest Con- tests, as a Fundango and Assembly Committee member, and as the author of our Class Will. MARGARET DeMAIO 125 Commonwealth Ave. Ambition, ‘‘To be a successful office worker.”’ The thrill Peggy has discovered in accomplishments has resulted in her successes. As she has mastered her passes and shots on the Basketball Team and her agitations on the Ballot Committee, so will she overcome little office difficulties. 53 Bancroft St. DENA MARIE DI CASSIO Favorite subject, ‘‘Civil Service.” Dena’s work in the Armory has not lessened her ambition to excel in her favorite subject, Civil Service. She even has found time to play tennis, to bowl, and to skate. MARALYN ESTHER DILL 61 Forest St. “T want to sing with an orchestra.” If, while navigating the passageways of Commerce, you have passed a girl humming to herself, she probably is Maralyn. Although singing has been Lyn’s ambition, she has put it aside to work on the Flower Committee, and to complete the Stenographic Course. 112 Lebanon St. GLORIA NANCY DIMAURO “Shorthand amazes me.” When not solving her stenographic notes, Glo has gleaned information for Commerce. She has paused in this chase long enough to win her letters in basketball and baseball, and to serve as a O. Agent, and as a member of the Decoration and Class Dance Committees. LOUISE HELEN DIMAURO 25 Charter Ave. Favorite pastime, “‘Sports, sports, and more sports.”’ A streak of vigor must run in the Dimauro family; both Louise and her twin sister favor sports. Lee, who has participated in basketball, has served as a sports reporter on Commerce, as Home Room Picture Agent, and as a member of the Music Committee. EMILLIO JOSEPH DiPALMA 93 White St. “Tt’s fun being busy.”’ Versatile, fun-loving Leo has shown his capabilities on the basketball and baseball teams, Boys’ Patrol, and the Assembly Committees. His artistic aptitude was shown on the inside cover of our 1943 Caduceus. Lucky plans to enter the Marines, but hopes eventually to become a sports mentor. SHIRLEY RUTH DORR “T love Modern Dance.” Modest Shirley has displayed grace and beauty in the Modern Dance Group. She also has written articles for the daily Commerce Bulletin. Slender, well-poised Shirl will make a compassionate Air Hostess. HELEN MARIE DOW “I’m going to join the Marines.” While waiting for the day when she will become a member of the Marine Corps, Rookie has spent her time writing the Commerce fashion column, playing with the Basketball team, and working on the Banquet Entertainment Committee and on numerous musical casts. 107 Pendleton Ave. 131 Spring St. 30 Abbee Ave.

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GERTRUDE PHYLLIS BRAICA 84 Orleans St. Treasured possession, ‘“‘My roller skates.” Always on the go, Cheerleader Gertie has been Vice President of the class, Kumtux Treasurer, Bulletin Board Editor, a member of the Girls’ Patrol, and Class Day Assembly. BARBARA ANN BRUTON 263 Central St. “T adore big crowds of friendly people.” The pleasing personality and practical knowledge of titian haired Barbara has made her a popular girl. Bab’s success as a comptometrist has been due to her love of precision work. RUTH ELAINE BURD 197 Tinkham Rd. My favorite pastime, “Playing the piano.” Just as Ruth's nimble fingers have traveled the piano keyboard, so have her swift feet tred Commerce's stairs as she has rushed up and down them with the latest news for the daily Bulletin Board. ELIZABETH GERTRUDE CALLOWAY 144 King St. “Give me hot music.” Betty's lithe, thin figure sways at the sound of swing. Could she have some of Cab Calloway’s rhythm in her veins? Shorty’s specialties include reading, tennis, hockey, and, of course, the homework from her Stenographic Course. MILDRED THERESA CANGRO 15 Maplehurst Ave., East Longmeadow “T’m mad about steak.” For the duration, Millie must forego her delight in big, juicy steaks. To keep her mind from this rare food, Milhe has danced, bowled, roller skated, sung with the Glee Club, and played volley ball. LOUISE ANN CATELOTTI 114 Allen St. My favorite hobby, ‘‘Studying perfumes.” If Louise should combine her love of perfume with the knowledge she has gained from her Salesmanship Course, she might become a perfume importer. Her sweet personality, which has charmed fellow Nisimaha members, would be an asset in this work. ELEANOR ANN CELETTI 436 Union St. “My pet peeve is rain.” Eleanor’s sunny disposition has brightened many a day that might other- wise have been dreary. Her sweet voice and cheerfulness have been an asset to the Glee Club. Eleanor has thoroughly enjoyed selling at Steiger’s. SHIRLEY ALICE CHAPIN 59 Middlesex St. “T enjoy Stenography, because it isn’t hard for me.” That lively spirit in Shirley’s eyes cannot begin to portray the thrill felt when she discovered that shorthand was easy for her, As she has never lost this enthusiasm, she will be a successful secretary. EVELYN MARIE CHIODO 35 Martin St. “Tf you enjoy people in general, you’re alive.” Evelyn's lively concern in people has made Salesmanship her favorite course. Among the treasured possessions of this maiden are ribbons from a bride’s bouquet, and her dreams of a family and a home. NINA CHMIEL 92 Calhoun St. “My favorite food is grapefruit.’ Besides concentrating on the prevention of cruelty to her mealtime neigh- bors, Nina has found the energy for the Knitting Club, Squad Leaders, the Cap and Gown Committee, and for the editorship of the ‘‘For Victory’’ column in Commerce. JANE ELLEN CLOUGH 28 Michigan St. Favorite pastime, “‘Writing to my sailor.”’ Jane has concentrated on writing—letters to the navy, and detention slips for Mr. Jones! Attractive Jane also has been Vice-President of the Nisimaha, a participant in Assemblies, and a member of the Modern Dance Group, and of the Girls’ Patrol. YIOTA COKKINIAS 326 Liberty St. “The trickiness of shorthand fascinates me.” Yiota’s nimble fingers should make her a good secretary. Coky has not limited her time to typing and shorthand, but also has participated in the Glee Club, the Taxi Committee, the Lunch Room Squad, and in the cast of Love Makes the World Go Round. STELLA COKOTIS 58 Linden St. Pet peeve, ““Waiting for some one not on time.” Stella’s habit of being punctual throughout her three years at Commerce has made her a co-operat.ve member of the Glee Club. This punctuality, com- bined with her adeptness in typing, are real assets. CLAIRE ALICE COSTINE 341 Eastern Ave. “T’m especially enthusiastic about Machine Calculation.” Although Claire’s ambitious nature has precipitated her into work after school, she has had time to serve as a Commerce Homeroom Agent and on the Ballot Committee. Her energetic nature has found a real outlet in her Comptometer skill. PHYLLIS MARIE COUTURE 53 Johnson St. “People are interesting to me.”’ Brown-eyed Phyll is’s reserve may fool many people, but actually she is very sociable. However, she enjoys studying the actions of her classmates. Phil’s keen interest in people and her stenographic training will aid her in her business career. [23] iseent

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MYRTLE GENEVA DYKEMAN 42 Edgemont St. “T love people; they’re all so much fun.” Myrtle’s sparkling eyes and cheery smile have gladdened all her class- mates in Glee Club, A Cappella Choir, the Modern Dance Group, the Class Day cast, and on the Program Committee for the Banquet. EILEEN MARGARET ERICKSON 171 Jasper St. Ambition, “To be a sales clerk.”’ Eileen has thoroughly enjoyed the salesmanship course. She has enjoyed both this study and swimming, dancing, and bicycling with her friends. MARY THERESA FAZIO 108 Wilcox St. Ambition, “‘To be an excellent buyer.” Mary's understanding of human nature, gained from her after-school work at Forbes and Wallace and from her extensive reading, will aid in becoming a buyer. Her dark eyes reflect her eager desire to excel in anything she attempts. SLACIA JULIA FILIPIAK 215 Parker St., I. O. “My violin is my treasured possession.” In the Band, Orchestra, Glee Club, and Special Girls’ Chorus as violinist, Stacia has added enjoyment to our assemblies, Pinafore, and Music Festivals. She also has been a Commerce columnist, XIIB Caduceus Business Manager, Student Librarian, speaker in the Legion Contest, and a member of the Senior Committee. RUTH FILLION 85 Leavitt St. Favorite pastime, ‘‘Writing to the Service Boys.” If Ruth encloses her photograph in her letters to the boys over there, she probably will become a favorite pin-up girl. Ruthie has found time to enjoy the Glee Club, to sing in H. M. S. Pinafore, and to play the piano for Class Day plays. VENETA FLEBOTTE 550 Carew St. Ambition, ‘I want to become a nurse.” Cherishing the ambition of becoming a nurse, Veneta feels the knowledge she has gained at Commerce will be a real aid. Outside of school, Vicky has enjoyed working for the Community Chest. ALEAN StUOART FLETCHER 141 Sylvan St. “T hate to be alone; I like to talk.” Allan’s genuine interest in people, and his cheerful disposition, have made him a popular Senior President, Caduceus Editor, and Senior G. O. Auditor. His executive ability has been displayed as a member of the Le Foyer Club, Lunch Room Squad, and Boys’ Patrol. Though Fletch plans to join the Marines, eventual success as an advertising artist is his goal. LORRAINE PHYLLIS FOUNTAIN 211 Jasper St. Favorite pastime, “Being in any social activity.” Lorraine, a Commerce Editor, has also enjoyed Areopagitica, and participat- ing in Pinafore, Commencement Exercises, Christmas Assembly, and in P.T.A. activities. ANN GEORGIA FRENTZOS 116 Patton St. Favorite food, ‘“‘French fries, the only food I cook well.” Anne may be a poor cook, but she is a good writer. Ever read her Reflector? Other responsibilities assumed by Ann include the duties of Student Libra- tian, and the Assembly and Banquet Program Committees. GERTRUDE GAOUETTE 95 Marsden St. Favorite pastime, “Reading intellectual books.” Gertrude’s intelligent, serious attitude towards her work will be very help: ful in her future career, that of a WAC. Other pastimes are her participa: tion in the Orchestra, H. M. S. Pinafore, Le Foyer Club, Modern Dance Group, Assemblies, and Seating Committee for the Banquet. CATHERINE MORTIMER GARDEN 31 Ozark St. “People are so different and funny.’ Catherine's interest in people has been quite obvious, for she has been a G, O. Agent, Caduceus Agent and XIIB Editor, a member of the Modern Dance Group, Girls’ Patrol, Lunch Room Squad, and of the Assembly and Catering Committees. ANNE RIVA GOLDBERG 574 Chestnut St. Treasured possession, ‘‘English coins from my brother.” Although Anne has spent hours studying the coins her brother has sent from England, she has had time to be a Homeroom Reporter, and a member of the Banquet Ticket Committee and of the Glee Club. RUTH GOLDMAN 31 Narragansett St. Favorite pastimes, “Knitting and embroidery.” When not working at the Springfield Hebrew Institute, Ruth has indulged in her favorite pastimes, knitting and embroidery. For further relaxation, she has been a Le Foyer and a Glee Club member. BARBARA JEAN GORE 449 Page Boulevard Favorite possession, “A picture of Alan Ladd.” By filling her out-of-school hours with such activities as playing basketball, doing homework, gazing at her favorite picture of Alan Ladd, and perfecting her typing ability, Barbara’s three years at Commerce literally have flown by. ANNETTE GRANT 50 Morgan St. “T love music.”’ Annette has proved her love for music as a member of the A Cappella Choir, Special Choir, and the Girls’ Glee Club. She has participated in several assemblies, and in H. M. S. Pinafore. Mae also has been a G. O. Home Room Agent, an editor of both Commerce and Caduceus, and member of the Girls’ Patrol. 25]