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

Text from Pages 1 - 120 of the 1945 volume:

THE HIGH SCHOOL OF COMMERCE pringfield. Mass. 194 20 Volume Forwword During the tense war years of our high school life, we have learned, and we shall not forget, the bitter lesson war has taught to everyone: “How precious even moments are!” Adrift from all their former ties, our boys and girls in service have clung tenaciously to memories of their years at home. Now they are returning, eagerly they watch for sign- posts of their past. They have recalled at Commerce land- marks that we seniors never saw; people and traditions quite unknown. Before the future steals away the present, let us sort our thoughts to see what we have stored in our own COMMERCE TREASURE CHEST Faculty. ia. -_ - = -- i th ( [7] Helen Brutnell Q Jubute Principal Stanley O. Smith never has sought publicity, nor even wanted praise for performing what he calls, “Just my duty.” It is time that full credit were given our principal: he so thoroughly deserves it. Through Mr. Smith’s unceasing efforts, the standard of conduct in Commerce has been kept at a high level. When necessity has warranted, his simple reproach, “You wouldn't want people to say that a Commerce pupil did that!” has made many an offender regret his carelessness. Often, his proud, fatherly praise has encouraged the students to excel in their scholastic activities. In other ways, Mr. Smith has shown tact and judgment. He always has been ready to give sound advice to those seek- ing it, and to assume the responsibility when new’plans are suggested. At the same time, he has gladly allowed the students to develop their own ideas and urged them to take the initiative in fulfilling their desires. To Commerce have come many disappointments, as to The number of boys has fallen to an extremely low level, and the enrollment has sharply decreased. This latter situation has, in turn, created another: the transfer to other schools of so many of our finest and best-loved teachers. Nevertheless, these discouraging factors have not disheartened Mr. Smith; his spirit has remained undaunted despite all unfavorable circumstances. many other schools during this war era. Commerce is indeed fortunate to have so excellent a prin- By his devoted counsel and example, permeated always by his gentle humor, S. O. S. has endeared himself to all. The faculty and student body are very proud of him, and of the High School of Commerce which he has helped to develop. cipal. —— —_ a | — : fi e S ° OUR FACULTY The kaleidoscope of teachers does not at first emerge into separate personalities until just before. the students’ senior year. At that time, each member of. the faculty has become a very distinct individual, because of some little mannerism or habit that has been noticed and en- joyed. Among the most treasured memories of the grad- uates are these Valued Vignettes of the’r former teachers. On the following pages ave many suggestive gems that will recall each man and woman who has held the keys to our Commerce Treasure Chest. KEEPERS OF THE CHES¥ Principal Stanley O. Smith often holds his lips together in a little contented smile of pleasure. Somehow, he manages to suggest more delight by that little closed smile than ‘do those who laugh more heartily... . . His square chin thrust in the air, Assistant Principal Russell Williams’ alert eyes survey the world from behind tortoise-shell glasses. The stubborn lines of his strong jaw kelie the ready humor imprisoned in his eyes. SECRETARIES OF THE TREASURY In both appearance and action, Miss Humberston typifies the ideal secretary of today. Her neat, becoming dress, as well as her quick, sure motions and methodical manner, display the essential qualities of a good stenographer ormiel pel mid Bright eyes, shielded by rimless glasses, seem to reflect Miss Curran’s every thought. During spring days, the tardy cul- prits summoned to her desk declare they have read in those eyes a feeling of sympatity — perhaps even of envy! Our Principal Interest Russell L. Williams, Stanley O. Smith All seniors ordering class rings soon realize that Miss Dan- forth’s stern expression is belied by the twinkle that illu- minates her eyes. The unusual twist of her mouth gives evidence that she would enjoy interrupting, with a smile, her everyday routine. Our Office in Force Helen M. Humberston Evelyn L. Curran, Alice F. Danforth Morgenthaus. Assistants Mr. Walker’s sprightly air and boyish expression are heightened by his jaunty bow tie. However, a hesitating man- ner when speaking reveals the cautious side of his nature. Miss Davis renews the feeling of freshness, coolness, and cleanliness associated with a clear spring morning. Al- though her hair is white and Business Department her judgment mature, she is Gilbert C. Walker, James L. Clancey, E. Pearl Davis, Helen E. Parker, Winona F. Libby, Charles H. Oswald, Will W. F ae = ; ie 1, 2 Vp ABSENT FROM PICTURE—Christine L. Lewis. amiable with the friendliness of the young. . . . Frequently Hieroglyphists as she talks, Miss Libby’s slender fingers absent-mindedly twist the curtain cord into those intricate hieroglyphics for Thoughtfully pushing her pencil up, down, and around her {a z : which she would give an E to her penmanship pupils. All Scotchmen are reputed to be dour, but this trait never has been evidenced by good-natured Mr. Macalpine, whose desk, Miss Danforth gives the appearance of deep thought. Maybe she is musing over the shorthand tests which her skillful hands must check... .. A glimpse of a smile seems . Some abundant white hair has been the envy of several Commerce men... . . Staring thoughtfully before him, Mr. Clancey rubs his hands over his mouth and chin. Suddenly he jumps to his feet; then with hands clasped behind him, he slowly to hover expectantly about Mrs. Davis’ mouth, as though hesitating to break into a jolly laugh. However, the very thought of her dog, Dinah, entirely banishes her usual well- controlled common sense. .. . . Mr. Campbell’s eyes com- ; : : | : I y rises to his toes, while he explains a problem to his waiting class. . . . . Miss Parker’s eyes constantly sparkle when she is Peeneua but one needs only to ) look ata certain paar mand attention, for they always reflect his attitude, by their warm and friendly glow or by their cold-as-steel glint... .. Mrs. Moriarty indulges in the unique habit of gently wrap- sing her hand around her throat when she speaks. Maybe pie l y Miss Lewis’ Pans habit of turning on one heel is in direct she wishes to hold in check her merry Irish spirit... . . The its ; ; “a contrast with her calm, outspoken manner. When giving gesture of constantly removing and replacing her glasses s veals the energetic nature of Miss Clark. . Her brisk walk her really helpful advice, expressive grey-green eyes gleam and the animated lilt to her voice further accentuate this with recollections of some past humorous incident. impression of vivacity..... Miss Walker’s boundless en- Stenographic Department ergy is portrayed not only by STANDING—Eleanor M. Walker, Madeline C. Hunt. . . . SITTING—Anna S. Danforth, Mrs. Marion H. Davis, Charles 5 - : B, A. Campbell, Mrs. Catherine C. Moriarty, Natalie Clark. her purposeful stride, but also by her vigorous, — restless hands. Her love of merriment and good times is suggested by the squarely-set dimple in the middle of her chin... .. The corners of Miss Hunt's mouth often twitch down- ward when disappointed, but her severe expression soon shifts into a quick smile Evidence of her varied moods is further shown by her tal- ented fingers when she is per- forming, with equal dexterity, on the keys of typewriter or piano. fe 10°} Cultured Words Her first two fingers held straight, her third bent slightly downward, and her little one daintily crooked: thus Miss Colby addresses her classes. . . Miss Jenks, smilingly at- tentive, has been the guiding light of the newly-formed Town Meeting groups, which have been both beneficial and interesting to all Seniors... . . The Commerce adviser, Miss Jane Roberts, enjoys relating tales of her castles in Spain. Her Commerce class often finds its imagination stimulated by her interesting nar- TALIVESS este A tiny, doll-like figure, wearing a simple but beautiful dress; small, silvery- white ringlets: these suggest Miss Maurer..... Like an understanding mother, Mrs. Williams radiates an eager willingness to help. Her eyes, which can, on occasion, reprimand gently, actually glow with pleasure when assisting her “children.” .. . As Miss Blakeman reads poetry, she closes her mouth firmly over each word. Her listeners feel that she is tasting the sweetness of the sounds. . . . Miss Rankin’s habit of perching on her desk may arise from her desire to view her students from an elevated position. Or is it a wish to electrify them with some of her unbounded enthusiasm? Wealth of Events Mystery pervades Mrs. Madsen’s classroom when _ she pauses before the last word of every sentence, as if waiting for her students to fathom the final thought... .. A habit of caressing an open book recalls friendly Mrs. Bartlett. Her hands wander up and down the page, as if in search of secret treasure. .. . . Keen, penetrating eyes; gesticulating hands; jokes bent with age: these are clues to Mr. A. H. Smith's English Department Augusta Colby, Jennie M. Roberts, Mildred B. Jenks, Madeline E. Maurer, Mrs. Theresa W. Williams, Frances C. Blakeman, Helen E. Ranklin. identity. . . . The quick play of amusement or sympathy in her hazel eyes reveals Miss Flynn’s reactions, When she is amused, her chuckle bubbles forth happily. . . . Miss Phelps’ vigor is revealed by her rapid speech, which flows as if count- less ideas were clamoring to be expressed. .. . In his weary hours, Doc. Melville, Patrol Chief, reclines against the desk in 126. In his working hours, with crossed arms against his pulpit, he graphically dramatizes his teaching. . . . . Mr. Taylor gazes through his glasses with half-closed eyes, in a kindly manner. His apparent dislike of reprimanding pupils brings a gentle smile to his lips... .. As his short, sturdy figure walks sailor-like around the room, Mr. Shipway punc- tuates his deep, droning voice with a friendly smile. Miss Lynch often tilts her head to one side and chews on the bow of her glasses, as if forgetful of all around her. How- ever, her alert eyes proclaim her customary vigor. Social Science Department Mrs. Hilda H. Madsen, G. Donald Melville, Mrs. Rena P. Bartlett, Harold E. Taylor, Augustus H. Smith, Helen G. Flynn, Leslie S. Shipway, H. Elizabeth Phelps. ABSENT FROM PICTURE—Helen M. Lynch. Be th wr we Ee ge Our Nurse Miss Jean McNally Curator of the Jreaswuy Our recently acquired health counselor, Miss Jean McNally comes to us from the Armory across the way. Her eyebrows fastened by small frowning creases, this pleasant, brunette angel-of-mercy chews absent-mindedly on her pencil while she meditates. Clear eyes, exhibited beneath rimless glasses, welcome all those in need of competent advice to the friendly atmosphere of her office. Household. Jreasures Miss Judd’s unconscious habit of moistening her lips after each sentence arrests the interest of observ- ant students. Even more fascinating is her little hid- den smile that seems to be reflected by her benign VCS ay Lots New to us is Miss Harriet J. Hewitt, the clothing teacher who spends her mornings at Classical and her afternoons in Room 114. Miss Hewitt has impressed Commerce students by her gentle yet authoritative manner, and her impeccable good taste. .... The appearance of a carefully manicured hand, automatically reaching for an exquisite silver thimble case suspended about her neck, captures the attention of all newcomers to 115. Old-timers recognize this act as a fascinating habit typical of immaculate Miss White. eagerly observed by Commerce girls, should set the fashion standard for the school. An artistic hand- kerchief, carefully selected, harmonizes with each . Miss Janet Scott’s stylish costumes, ensemble. . . . Miss Bulkeley’s habit of constantly fin- gering her pince-nez gives her a truly sophisticated air. Her beautifully combed hair and meticulous apparel add to this notion. JEWEL OF SOUND As soon as Dr. Viggiano, our able maestro, hears a sour note, he wrinkles his nose, screws his eyes tight, and sadly shakes his head. On the other hand, a bright gleam in his eyes indicates he is completely satisfied. PERFECTION OF SIGHT Every art student remembers Miss Marsden’s glowing eyes as she emphasizes bold modern art, and pronounces her favor- ite expression, “No dinky lines, please!” With hands on her hips, she then analyzes the drawings of her hopeful students. Art, Music, and Home Economics Departments SiR WEILL piXiTt 16 Ato Stale) StTurs Light eet FIRE DRILL = XIT ey 10S T6 STATES TURN Be Martha B. Judd Janet E. Scott Edith F. Marsden Dr. F. Anthony Vigg ano Harriet J. Her itt Grace L. Bulkeley Bernice White Science and Physical Education Charles lol Grose. Oswald, Barbara Hollister, Alleen Hills, Otto Wulff, Harold W. Jones, Edmee Robert, Dr. Charles R. Gadaire. ABSEXT FROM PICTURE—Nancy Health Brings. Wealth — Scintillating. Discovenios. A laugh sounding like the tinkle of many high-pitched bells, a faintly crinkled mouth that invariably relates funny stories, and a favorite stance of folded arms and straddled legs: can’t you see our tall, blond physical education in- structor, Miss Barbara Hollister? . . . . Not only did a tree grow in Brooklyn, but also did our boys’ physical education instructor. As much as the twittering girls hoped he would live up to his name, our Otto Wulff remains true to one girl, his wife, a former Commerce graduate. .... Sampson’s strength lay in his hair, but such is not the case with our physical education instructor, Miss Edmee Robert. Although her black hair is clipped short, she possesses an unbounded reserve of energy and fortitude, which she uses to advantage in her gym. and First Aid classes... . . With her left eye- brow slightly raised, and her dancing green eyes peering impishly from a deeply tanned face, physical education instructor Nancy Grose can be seen sitting erectly on the corner of a front desk. Although one foot remains firmly on the floor, the other swings in an endless, pendulum-like motion suggestive of her energy that must constantly find an outlet. [13 ] Mr. Oswald, science teacher, often smooths his white hair in perplexity while trying to form a completely unbiased opinion. His tolerant nature shines in his friendly eyes and beams from his pleasant smile when he addresses his numer- ous classes. . . Automatically, the hand of Miss Alleen Hills reaches up to her hair, pulls out a smooth brown ‘curl, twists and twirls it idly; then allows it to snap back into place. This habit, together with twinkling eyes behind round-rimmed glasses, distinguishes our little biology pro- fessor. . . Although Hal Jones levels penetrating glances at tardy offenders, he more often flashes a broad smile at his ever-enlarging circle of friends, found in both 125 and in his biology classes. This infectious grin, indicative of a prankish nature, manifests itself in the many jokes and antics which he displays to any interested audience. Beneath Dr. Gadaire’s nose nestles a distinguished moustache, which compensates for the scarcity of hair on his crown. This outstanding decoration, combined with the inscrutable, dental grins that he flashes at his. delighted chemistry and biology students, renders his face unforgettable. Commerce Jraditions “Landmarks that we seniors never saw; people and tradi- tions quite unknown.” The traditions former graduates made and loved are those every Commerce student has lived with—not realizing their significance, nor knowing what they were. Yet we, our- selves, have been a living part of each—have, in fact, made them exist. STONY MIMICS High above our third-floor windows, the facial contortions of fifty-eight gargoyles reflect the amusement, disgust, and anger of the thousands of people who have passed the school. While some of these little figures drowsily close their eyes in sleep, Many alert students recall these masonry mimics. a few resemble wide-eyed vigilantes defending their bastions. Others remind passersby of the stony-faced teachers who grotesquely scowl over the edge of a book. The most pathetic faces are the melancholy gargoyles who seem to say, “What's the use?” ever-changing chronicle of life, Yet despite their proximity to this the gargoyles remain indom- itable, their expressions preserved in stone. THE FATHER OF COMMERCE To present-day Commerce pupils, Carlos B. Ellis is merely a traditional figure: a portrait displayed in the Assembly Hall; a name spoken often in Springfield. To those who knew him, Mr. Ellis is a vibrant, living personality. They have cherished incidents that reveal with poignant clarity his vast sympathy and understanding. They refer, for instance, to his open office door: “So that nothing can separate me from my students,” he would explain. They remember his very real grief whenever a student was suspended: “The pupil has not failed; we have failed.” The passage of time should not permit this beloved man to die: surely in Commerce he still lives! NORTHWEST PASSAGE Of the many pupils who have come down the steps oppo- site 226, few have realized that this stairway is known as The Northwest Passage. The Commerce Lewis-and-Clarks may not have experienced the excitement felt by pioneer travelers; however, our modern explorers have blazed many trails on these steps. The most inquisitive adventurers have been the Freshmen, who yearly have revealed their unlimited curiosity by playing Baby Snooks for the amusement of any obliging upper-class Daddy. around the bend in the stairs to investigate strange occur- The little newcomers poke their impudent noses rences., speed to Just before the period bell rings, they increase their an illegal run, thus leaving the time-worn stairway virtually gasping for breath. Junior girls traditionally gossip as they slowly descend the On the other hand, Junior boys gleefully sprint at a velocity that frightens the lingering girls into instant action. Such sudden bursts of energy usually herald the approach of June and a last care- free vacation. stairs beside the famous iron railings. The most impressive tourists of the Northwest Passage are the Seniors. These upperclassmen, although not forgetful of former pleasures, always show a more businesslike attitude than do their younger schoolmates. A few tread more se- dately, sobriety at times concealing the prominent twinkle of amusement in their eyes. Even the boys occasionally carry books of an outstanding variety and size. Although this atmosphere has penetrated every staircase, Northwest Passage stakes its claim on the largest portion of friendliness that is diffused in the Commerce Halls. A COMMERCE EXPLORER Among the graduates who traveled our stairways was James Facos, °42, still well remembered for his talented writing. Now, as an Army Air Corps sergeant, he wears the Distinguished Flying Cross and the Air Medal with three oak leaf clusters, While in England, he recorded in verse his impressions of countries visited during combat duty. Sergeant James F, Facos [15 } Travelers Dorothy Sherwin, Arnold Christianson, Edwin Goodrich, Charles Lynes. THOUGHTS OF ENGLAND This poem was written between missions over Germany, the author being a ball turreteer of a Flying Fortress crew. Here lie the silences of ancient days, Forgotten by the years, unchanged and still: Here lie the hours when Milton wrote his lays — And Wordsworth knew the quiet of this hill. And here the royal dreams of Raleigh grew, Of silver lands and gold beyond the sea: And for a sight to mark a rendezvous Queen Mary chose this vine-entangled tree. And here the foreign winds of warmer seas Reecho faintly roars of Nelson’s fight, And crows fling high in arcs above the leas Though there’s a timeless glory to their flight, For here the ceaseless roll of centuries Appears the passing of a single night. —JaMEs Facos. LITERARY TREASURES Traditionally and necessarily quiet, the library engulfs the accumulated books, literature, and periodicals that supply Our literary storehouse always has been the best equipped of any Spring- field high school. For thirty years — originally directed by Miss Sinsabaugh and now by Miss Libby — the library has collected the vast knowledge it retains for everyone’s use. energetic Commerce students with knowledge. To those students who make the library a second home room, its quiet orderliness provides the tranquil atmosphere The vast hoard of encyclopedias always are ready for productive study; the needed for their constant quest of facts. unlimited supply of magazines and records lie waiting for instant reference. For the more languid reader, the ageless works of Dickens, Poe, Longfellow, Hawthorne, and their famous contemporaries sit invitingly amidst the motley as- sortment behind the main desk. Some explorers for knowl- edge may find their enjoyment between the covers of Berlin Diary, The Yearling, or any of the rnore modern books. [ 16 ] LEFT—Corner of Library Norma Clark and Regina Nielsen in foreground. .. . BELOW—Statue of Mercury in L.brary Window. No matter what the taste of a literary explorer, our book- shelves provide the enjoyment for pleasant, relaxing reading. The peaceful calm of this room will always remain in contrast to the ever-changing turmoil of the outside passing world. OUR SILVER STREAK Since 1912, a champion runner has resided upon a marble pedestal in the northern nook of the library. This mythical Silver Streak poses precariously, his unseeing eyes gazing into the future of some unsuspecting student. His apparent oblivion forms a strong contrast to the mental activity sug- gested by the book-weary pupils, who glance occasionally ‘upward as if trying to absorb the energy which radiates from the lean, racing form of this famed messenger of the gods. With his wand, caduceus, clasped tightly in hand, and his winged feet tense with unburned endurance, Mercury, god of Commerce, has enjoyed the especial admiration of late- coming pupils, who vainly wish they possessed his fabulous swiftness to aid their 8:59 dashes to their lockers. a F e e avoute Poruod To visitors, the clamorous charge of students to the lunch- room must seem a startling, unusual occurrence; yet for years this ravenous surge has been a traditional incident in the Commerce schedule. The daily episode, characterized by the eagerness of the hungry mass, is made more humorous by the antics of third-floor occupants, who nearly jump the bell while trying to get a head start on lower-level speed demons. In fact, the sudden gust of energy shown by even the laziest boy always astonishes the most experienced teach- ers, who wisely tarry lest they be swept off their feet by unheeding pupils. Upon reaching the cafeteria, those who carry their own dinners immediately dash for tables; while the lunch buyers join the already too-long lines in search of essential vitamins. The ever-present confusion — jabbering, chattering, eating, giggling, punctuated by an occasional shattered dish or spilled milk bottle —rivals that of any Springfield lunch- eonette. Gradually, as swiftly as it darted in, the crowd departs, RIGHT — Lunchroom Workers. Mrs. Minnie Gam- ble, Mrs. Katherine Garneau, Mrs. Carline Li nden, Miss Theresa Hurley, Mrs. Wini- fred Smith. . . . BELOW— Lunch Line in Cafeteria. [17] leaving behind only the efficient kitchen workers, who daily draw a breath of relief as their domain settles once more into the unbroken hum of preparation for the following day’s onslaught. CULINARY JEWELS The successful management of the lunchroom can be ac- credited to the efhcient kitchen staff. Even during wartime, this busy group succeeds in supplying not only well-balanced meals but also cookies and candy — youth’s inevitable favor- ites —for lunch-time enjoyment. Each day these scurrying workers, directed by efficient Mrs. Linden, try to keep their student helpers on an even keel amidst a storm of inquiries and requests from hurried mobs. Despite the apparent difh- culty in satisfying the multitude of mouths, the staff always produces an enjoyable menu. Me Besides supplying meals for the hundreds of teen-age Com- merce students, the kitchen staff has been even busier since the establishment of the nursery school for the children of war workers. Under the motherly supervision of Mrs. Gamble, morning orange juice, hot lunches, and afternoon milk have been furnished to an average of forty nursery tots every day. Owe Wlechanical Rage Sometime during their final year, most seniors work in 216A, the duplicating room. At first, they are somewhat overwhelmed by the array of odd-looking machines, bearing such queer names: mimeoscope, dictaphone, electromatic type- writer, new-process duplicator, multigraph. However, within an amazingly short time they are able to learn the very essential and convenient duplicating tactics. As only five or six constitute a class, informality always reigns. At first the group clusters about each machine, learning the details of its operation. Then the students use the machines in rotation, working alone or with one another. Having successfully run a mimeograph stencil, or written letters via the dictaphone records, they can go on to the next machine, until all have become familiar. This individual- work method assures the fastest possible progress. At the conclusion of this brief course, the seniors usually feel that they have gained immeasurably valuable knowledge from the many spare hours they have spent working among the fascinating machines. [18 ] LEFT—Typical Typewriting Class. Ruth Laznovsky, Esther O'Connell, Mary Krumsick, Marion Holton in foreground. . . . BELOW—Duplicating Group. Louise Horney, Francis Burns Edna Nielsen, Marion Holton, Harold Cutler. Commerce Pride For thirty years, the friendly click! clack! of the machines in the typewriting rooms has permeated Commerce’s tradi- tionally industrious air. To each beginning class, type, as it is affectionately called, has always brought the thrill of experimentation. This unlimited curiosity soon dissolves when pupils’ fingers, unaccustomed to such activity, struggle to maintain control of each wayward motion that threatens to make mischief —and errors! After one or two years of type. training from Miss Hunt or Miss Walker, busy transcription students never relax from their goal of accuracy and increased speed. Although the chief problem of each Senior is to transcribe his mass of words and phrases, his resulting letter must be so perfect as to pass the eagle-eyed vigilance of Miss Clark, Mrs. Davis, and Mr. Campbell. Realizing all these facts, the transcrip- tion pupils apply every atom of energy in order to retain the national renown of the High School of Commerce for high success in its stenographic courses. CL Priceless Shill Even rival Springfield high schools concede that most Commerce students are better penmen. This traditional dexterity was established by the able fingers of S.O.S., whose nationally-known skill has inspired penmanship in- structors and their Freshman pupils. During the early weeks of training, cramped fingers, tired arms, and wavering strokes are inevitable. Many an inex- perienced Freshie departs from the engulfing penmanship room with ink-speckled hands, because he does not yet grasp the proper way to hold a pen. But by February a startling change shows the development of real skill. This achievement reaches its peak in time for the long- awaited certificate tests; then success greets most students’ efforts. With certificates tucked under their arms, proud Freshmen look ahead to the years in the business world when handwriting will play so important a part of their day’s work. Mr. Burtt. Bequest Except to Commerce students, the initials, “G. O.,” mean even less than the descriptive appelations of Washington’s famous bureaus! Our General Organization, however, was not formed by any bureaucrat, but by our former principal, Mr. Jerome Burtt. Since its establishment in 1931, the other three high schools have adopted the plan; thus Commerce instituted a Springfield tradition. From its subterranean depths, Room 28 efficiently tabulates the financial statements of the G. O. Student bookkeepers individually audit the accounts of their assigned homerooms, under the able direction of genial Mr. Walker. Such a business-like status quo advances the abilities of the young Morgenthaus, who, however, try to reduce, rather than increase the G. O. debt. Informality predominates: auditors scatter papers about their desks, hurriedly com pute figures on the book- keeping machines, and swiftly pen ledgers which always balance after an hour’s concentrated labor. This well-organized, if noisy, group is tradition- ally efficient, while the work provides valuable ex- perience in bookkeeping and accounting procedure for the up-and-coming Senior Auditors. LEFT—G. O. Accounting Room. Patricia Lawlor, Theodore Bamforth, Dorothea Madison, Marion Holton in foreground. Florence Dahlke, Louise Horney, Mary Crowley, Helen LaValley, Ellen Clark, Harold Cutler in rear. Mr. Walker, teacher. . BELOW—Miss Libby’s Pen- manship Class. UPPER—Town Meeting Discussion. 105; Miss H. E. Rankin, adviser. To the yearbook writers, 105 is truly “home” before publication date; their parents merely reserve a bed for them! This seemingly ordinary classroom houses the nuclei of all Caduceus activities. Here, and in 217, the second-period practical English groups indulge in the informal maneuvers traditional of the two journalism classes, The staff’s busy-ness ranges far beyond that brief span of forty-five minutes. After-school hours reveal the culmina- tion of the day’s work, when twilight time finds do-or-die members still haunting 105. Passersby have commented upon the commotion that resounds from this room. One of these labelled it “the most friendly-looking room in Com- merce: it always appears to be so lived in!” the crowds there will deny that statement!) (No one seeing This home of Caduceus does glow with energetic activity, and with a tinge of homey comfort. Board members are continually rushing in and out, back and forth, peering into stuffed files, searching through Dagwood closets, and scram- bling under stacks of books and papers. The endless clack, clack of the typewriters forms a musical(?) background for the explorations of the hunters. Only mascot Cherub, pictured on the front board, or the colored chalk drawings of former homeroom members, remain quiet and passive in the whirlpool of 105. ae | Moderator, Rhoda Chase. Speaker, Carolyn Katz. 20 | Adviser, Miss Jenks. LOWER Caduceus Journalists in Room Democracy. In Action “Town Meeting tonight!” This well-known cry rings throughout New York’s Town Hall every Thursday evening to America’s listening radio audience. Its junior edition, the Commerce Town Meeting, embodies the same democratic ideals, but lacks the Herculean-voiced town crier and the heated questioning of the audience. Even without these touches, our high school forum admirably discusses many problems. Such questions as compulsory military training and lowering the voting age are aired in 119, where the unique seating plan reminds debaters of the House of Repre- sentatives. In our pleasant room, the student moderators maintain order, direct discussions, and steer the hot-headed debaters from pitfalls of quarreling; while the secretaries busily note the procedure of the meeting. To iron out difh- culties, Miss Jenks and teachers of Senior English attend the meetings, but leave actual discussion to their pupils. These typical Americans face situations common to young people throughout the nation. If our Town Meeting classes can promote democratic ideals, they will pave the way for In the words of Clarence I. Chatto, promoter of Town Meeting, now and in late years we must be “dedicated to the task of translating into daily living the golden phrases of the democratic idea: equality of opportunity, and the dignity and worth of every human being.” complete tolerance throughout the world. —_—_—-- a Sparkle of £fficioncy. “The way to a man’s heart is through his stomach.” A belief in this proverb may have spurred Freshman girls in their earnest search for culinary skill. By diligent study, practice, and instruction, wonderful delicacies have been pro- duced for many years in Rooms 305 and 307. An appetizing fragrance daily has invited passersby to enter the kitchens. These tantalizing odors were increased in 1941, when through co-operation of the P. T. A., the old- fashioned stoves were replaced by very modern ranges. Now the clean white sparkle of efficiency mingles with an air of informality, as student chefs deftly prepare food, supervised by Miss Bulkeley or Miss Scott. Although Foods is required only during the Freshman year, many Junior girls continue their training in this pleasant third floor atmosphere. The capability of these students has been demonstrated to the faculty at frequent luncheons and teas. Very real success has resulted from mental “‘wrastlin’ with meal planning, etiquette, and teamwork problems. Yumble-Fingered Antistry ” Down through the years, the Freshmen in our Commerce clothing classes early have discovered their lack of proficiency in the art of sewing. During the early months of instruction from Misses White, Judd, Hewitt, or Scott, punctured fingers and crooked stitches vanish with the continual use of the thimble. Soon, also, are banished those mishaps caused by the startling lurch of the sewing machine, as its power is unleashed by some overexuberant girl. Discussions and a helping hand from the teacher usually bring not only the needed confidence and skill to the apprentice-seamstresses, but also the ability to choose the best lines and colors for really smart and becoming clothes. JUNIOR ARTS Juniors, whose skill is asserted during their Freshman year, often continue their nimble-fingered art in Dressmaking classes. Their beautifullymade garments have attracted much admiration; the dressmakers themselves are proud to appear in perfectly-tailored suits or dresses. UPPER—Typical Foods Class. Jean Winkler, Jane Surprenant, Jean Ivory, Theresa King, Shirley Graves, Phyllis O’Meara, Eleanor Brumfield, Jane Martin, Louise Fattini. Miss Bulkeley, teacher. : LOWER—A Clothing Class, under Miss Janet Scott, Room 311. Jransforred Beauty. — The sunny expanse of 319 harbors the art classes that Unlike the solitary this brimful-of-life have become a Commerce tradition. retreat suggested by the word “artist,” room is the studio where budding young painters struggle for success. Their achievements are encouraged and guided by the expert instruction of Miss Marsden, whose rule over Typical Art Class. At easels: Freida Katsounakis, Hilda Ostrowski. Vocal Success The Commerce Choristers, composed of the finest-trained voices selected from the regular glee clubs, have maintained the Commerce tradition of the former A Cappella Choir. Every aed and Thursday morning at 8:45, this cream of the music crop has headed for the club room for forty minutes of Monae ed choral practice. Morning Rehearsal of Commerce Choris- ters. Dr. Viggiano, conducting. Roberta Allen at piano. her family of artists is a firm, but kindly one. Besides receiving instruction en masse, the pupils also obtain individual attention from Miss Marsden. In this way, a large amount of superior work is accomplished. The crea- tion of something fine or clever is the only recompense desired for their labors. However, they also reap a satis- factory reward in knowing that great value is placed on their designs for the War Chest, the yearbook, and all occasions. Facing class: Lorna Loranger, Shirley Ledtke. Miss Ruth Marsden, teacher. A casual spectator watching these girls in the club room might think them a happy, irresponsible group, singing in Little do these , as the girls a carefree manner, under little supervision. onlookers know of the many repeats of one song seek each time to reach the level of tone Settee eh A beautiful blending of voices, achieved only after many weeks of this voluntary practice before school, has thrilled many assembly audiences. { First Aiders Perfecting their Bandaging Technique, in Room 109. Miss Robert, teacher. Morale Bulders. Since the attack on December 7, a traditional wartime course in First Aid has been reestablished in the high school girls’ curriculum. The popularity gained in Commerce by this new class—happily minus back-breaking, muscle- stretching contortions of apparatus fame — suggests the con- tinuance of the new study after termination of the war. During its maiden year at Commerce, the able instruction of Misses Robert, Grose, and Hollister has instilled a knowl- edge of First Aid into the brains(?) of the Senior girls. Progress was soon evidenced by the early skill in application of bandages, and in the practical tests. Perhaps the instruc- tors often wondered whether their efforts were in vain; yet the eagerness of their young charges usually disproved such thoughts. Vs COMMERCE SPORTSMANSHIP The gym. classes may outwardly seem the most strenuous periods; actually, gym. relaxes the body and brain, and pro- vides an outlet for all pent-up energy. Naturally, the boys undergo more rigorous training than the girls, who, however, must show increased strength as a result of the course. As part of their training, the girls encounter the difh- culties of the obstacle course. Their exuberance is also spent on calisthenics and on a motley assortment of other drills. Of course, beginners in such a course may complain of rheumatism; actually, they receive only minor training as compared with that of the boys! : The boys’ physical director, Mr. Wulff, valiantly endeavors to add brawn to his masculine charges. The boys’ obstacle course applies the muscle-molding tactics that are employed by the Army; the calisthenics build endurance and fortitude. Despite these activities, both boys and girls indulge in after-school sports with unbelievable alacrity. The favorite game of all students is basketball; and throughout the season cheering students lend encouragement to the players. Al though. Commerce teams have not recently acquired out- standing records in interschool games, the school has always held the record for good sportsmanship. Exercise Health The girls’ energetic sense of humor often burst the bonds of discipline when a Ku Klux Klan face bandage was being administered to a giggling victim, or when a blanket stretcher was collapsed by the pseudo-Amazons. Then, too, victims proved to be a source of amusement to the busy practitioners, as gleeful application of a traction splint, or hearty efforts at artificial respiration caused discomfort to unfortunate guinea pigs. Although this hilarity enlivened a well-regulated course, the girls really understood the need for such wartime-required courses. Their labors were very successful, as evidenced by the many Red Cross certificates presented many triumphant First Aiders. If real knowledge and skill are the best morale builders, the accomplishments of First Aid classes produce this spirit in Commerce. Chemistry Class LEFT TO RIGHT—Barbara Kirby, Eleanor Dunham, Edwin Goodrich, Joan O’Brien, Charles Tallman, Clara Steeley, Harry Chiklakis, Irene Briscoe, Nancy Thomas, Shirley Pfisterer, Virginia Morrissey, Carrie Pinckney, Leonard Johnson, Mary Murphy, Doris Waterhouse, Loretta Souliere. A Ylew World Below are the reactions of two chem- istry students; the first, of a girl who elected it as a requirement for college; the other, of a girl who hopes to major in science at college. A whole new world is opened to those students who enroll in the chemistry classes —a very strange world of certain permanent scientific facts, and of theories which never remain the same, but daily grow more and more complex. Before each lab. experiment must come many hours of con- centrated study, where knowledge must not be just learned, but really understood. Students also must master the un- grams, liters, and the Centigrade grasp the extreme minuteness of familiar decimal system of thermometer; and learn to an atom or of an electron. Then some of the more elusive information becomes clearer, as the experiments Finally, lab. work enters the scene. are actually performed and reactions noted by every indi- vidual. Action now is the keynote, as spilled acid causes a scramble, or the rotten-egg odor of hydrogen sulfide sends Mistakes like these become rarer with the passage of time, however, for extreme everyone flying to the windows for air. caution and exactness are required for a successful operation. From the point of view of every student, chemistry is essential. In the present-day era, when all changes and im- provements are brought about scientifically, a knowledge of this study is necessary if one is to understand the scientific depths behind our life of today. [ 24 ] “Oh, how great are the joys of the abstract world!” Such is the feeling of those lucky students who take Chemistry, one of our traditionally popular classes. Theirs are the pleasures of discovering the unknown, and knowing the unseen. Their, most blissful hours are spent in a secluded corner room on the third floor, known as the “chem. lab.,” where they expend much energy preparing mysterious brews Girls, as well as boys, find the sub- ject absorbing and interesting. The present acute need for nurses, and the vast horizons of post-war chemistry have and questionable gases. made this class even more popular. This laboratory is the pride not only of its inhabitants, but of the whole school; for ours is the most modern and well-equipped “chem. lab.” in the city. To the uninitiated, the workroom of these prospective chemists is a bewildering conglomeration of Bunsen burners, glass flasks, smells, and noise; but to the students it is the happy home of. their Here the talents of 20th-century Fara- days and Florence Nightingales are discovered and developed. The devotees of chemistry never cease to astonish unsus- scientific endeavor. pecting friends with their scientific vocabulary: terms like tetra-iodo-hydroxy-phenoxy-amino-proprionic acid roll easily from their tongues. This ability might make them appear very learned, but there never was a more hectic group! One period directing such a madhouse would be the Waterloo of many a teacher, but not for Doc. Gadaire. This wisecracking, jovial gentleman is completely at home in the His jocular spontaneity and tireless energy have made Chemistry odoriferous atmosphere created by industrious hopefuls. one of the best-loved of Commerce classes. UPPER—Radio and _ Physics Class. Mr. Oswald, adviser. LOWER—Miiss Hills’ Biology. Class. Preparedness The pre-induction radio course was born in October, 1942, due to a War Department order. Commerce’s traditional preparedness in emergencies at once sprang to life, and Mr. Oswald was drafted as instructor. Since then, Room 323 has become the haven of radio-minded boys, who daily decode the sharp “dit dit dit dot” of the Morse Code mes- sages. The sending technique quickly is mastered by apt pupils; and soon the boys are tapping the telegraph key, or striving to receive ten to twelve words a minute. Closely allied with radio is the physical science course. Combining a variety of physics, electricity, and machine fundamentals, this course contains a “little bit of everything.” The usefulness of these courses will not decline after Commerce boys come home again; instead they may find them very important in the post-war world. [25 ] A Wartime Jradition The fact that American girls need more scientific knowl- edge has spurred curriculum specialists to require biology asa subject for all Commerce girls. During the past year, even lily-fingered maidens undertook the application of biological facts to their daily lives. To be sure, these girls who shiv- ered in their loafers when extricating “innards” from an unhappy worm never understood the apparent enjoyment of Yet, led by Miss Hill, Dr. Gadaire, and Mr. Jones, the girls plunged heroically into their task of learning formulas, terms, and other biological complexities. Perhaps they did not realize how the vertebral structure of a fish would affect their own backbones, but inevitably some small factor would emerge from the textbooks which actually would pertain to their lives as American high school girls, biologically-minded pupils. (lassos. Senior, Turquoise — Success Junior, Pearl - Beauty Freshman, Emerald—Happiness Crown Jewels SENIORS WHO HAVE DONE THE MOST FOR THEIR CLASS AND THEIR SCHOOL Patrol Patricia Lawlor, G. O. Senior Auditor Chairman; Joyce Fortune, Girls’ Captain; George Ahern, Boys’ Patrol Captain; Roberta Allen. G. A. A. President; TheresaCummings. Student Council President, (Nisimaha Award); Harrry Chiklakis, Senior Class President, (Hi-Y Award); Betty Tuohy, Commerce Acting Editor-in-Chief; Kathleen Sheehan, Caduceus Editor-in-Chief. Gracious Guides CLASS ADVISERS —— Miss Phelps and Miss Libby. Owr Jreaswred. Moments THE BRASS AGE As June has approached with its promises for the future, we seniors have found ourselves trying to cram into these last For most of us, school days are nearly over and we feverishly few days all the excitement and fun we possibly can. store away in our book of memories all the treasures that these final moments hold. Just as other collectors cease work occasionally to view their trophies, we memory gatherers pause for a moment to reminisce, to look through our memory book. Turning back the pages of time, we see ourselves on a sombre September morning in 1942 entering Commerce for the first time. What insignificant little Freshmen we were! How hard we tried to bear the unfamiliar burden of high We, like all incoming Freshmen, mistook the boys’ gym. for the girls’, and trudged up DOWN stair- ways; but as that first long day drew to a close, we finally acquired some semblance of ease. school dignity! Shall we ever forget it? The Timid and uncertain though we felt, eagerness and expectancy dominated us. It was exciting to meet as a class and be introduced to our advisers, Miss Phelps and Miss Libby. These were the ladies whose wise and pleasant guidance would help us in electing our class Our first class meeting! huge hall seemed cavernous. officers, in managing our socials, and in planning for senior festivities. In a whirl of sports, studies, and good times, the year moved on; but always there was an awareness of the war surrounding us. However, the real impact of the war hit us directly on Memorial Day, when our Service Flag was dedi- cated. For us, those first gold stars brought the realization Sorrow has marked the addition of each gold star, but deep within us glows a feeling of pride, pride in the sacrifice of our boys. that Commerce boys were in this war, too. THE SILVER AGE “Hello, there! How are you?” How happy we were to greet our friends on that. first day of Junior year! When the G. O. drive came, we joined. At the class social we jived. On Freshie Day we played the jokes. Whatever the demand we met it! We were joyous, jolly Juniors, justifiably jubilant! Just as drama was the theme of the 1944 Caduceus, so it was the keynote of our Junior year. Literally we took to the stage and played our part. For the Thanksgiving assembly, we impersonated the governor in reading his proclamation, and we presented a play of our own, dramatizing our gratitude for the Four Freedoms of our America. In April we had a spring surprise for our Senior friends. Through the magic of our theatrical art, we brought to life the Caduceus Cherub and Commerce Kitty, and the school manikin, Connie Commerce. We composed and produced an original Class Day skit, unique in its absurdity. Then almost before we knew it, June came, and the curtain fell on our Junior year. THE GOLDEN AGE Seniors in September! How good that sounded to us! Because of yearly promotions, we were the first class to enjoy a whole year of real seniority. At our first assembly we proudly flaunted perky Senior caps and much-autographed armbands. Even before the novelty of being Seniors had worn off, we found ourselves solemnly filling out those harbingers of the future, employment cards. That fall as the American public went to the polls, we also exercised our voting rights in balloting for class officers. Tallying of results showed that we Seniors had decided to Click with Chick, choosing Harry Chiklakis as president; Alice Kelliher, vice-president; and Marie Guidette, secretary. It seemed but a moment before we were slowly marching into the assembly hall to the stately strains of Pomp and Circumstance, with a silent prayer that our caps stay horizontal. Class Day! Our day! This, however, was not the last of our treasured moments. Prom. and Banquet! Who can forget the intricate windings of the Grand March? What can compare with the elegance of our Banquet, complete with place cards, menus, and after-dinner speeches? What exciting memories these become! How we savor these last few moments of Senior glory! Now it is graduation time, a poignant moment for us all. In our memory book we shall proudly mark this as a time of fulfillment, and a time of promise. Promenade gown worn by Connie Commerce, designed and made in Dressmaking by Ruth Freeman. Senior Glory At last we have earned those precious diplomas! Now the challenge of a new world awaits us. For us it is Commencement! Note: Senior Honor Group names reserved for Banquet Day announcement. Junior Honor Group REAR ROW-—Joyce Fortune, Doris Waterhouse, Dorothy Monesi, Marie Guidette, Constance Johnson, Harry Chiklakis, Carlina Tronconi, Lillian Drazek, Mary Pasteris, Kathleen Sheehan, Roberta Allen. . . . FRONT ROWW—Shirley Ledtke, Mary Murphy, Lorraine Kowal, Betty Tuohy, Jeannette Gibeau, Patricia Lawlor, Gloria Sirine, Evelyn Chmura, Rita Fusaro, Shirley Knox. [ 29 ] VIRGINIA MAE ABRAHAM 78 Lawnwood Committee, Stenographic Club, Nisimaha; Assembhes; GEORGE AHERN Boys’ Patrol, Junior Lieutenant, tetary; Sports, Baseball; Assemblies; G. O. Member Captain; Student Committees, Bookkeeping DEKA ALAXOFF Club, Kumtux; Agent, G. O.; Sports, Lunch Room Squad; G. O. Member Clerical YOLANDA GRACE ALBANO Sports, Exhibition Dance Group; Committees, Economics; G. O. Member Clerical ROBERTA ALLEN Junior Honor Group; G. A. A. President; Sports, Basketball (Captain), Tennis, Badminton; Student Council; Girls’ Patrol, Sergeant; Glee Club Accompanist; Orchestra, Concerts; Band; Agent, G. O.; Committee, Prophesy; G. O. Member College Preparatory JOHN VICTOR AMBROGI G. O. Member Stenographic MARILYN JUNE ANDERSON Committee, Home Economics; G. O. Member Bookkeeping ELWOOD LEWIS BABBIN 813 Berkshire Street, Indian Orchard Basketball, Baseball; Boys’ Patrol; G. O. Bookkeeping Sports, LEON HERMAN BABBITT, JR. Sports, Football, Baseball, Basketball; Club, Hi-Y; Boys’ Squad; G. O. Member Bookkeeping RUTH BAER Sports, Bowling Club; Girls’ Patrol; G. O. Member Stenographic THEODORE BAMFORTH Commerce, News Reporter, Agent; Boys’ Patrol, Club, Hi-Y; Sports, Basketball, Assemblies; Committees, Class Day, Senior Prom. Bookkeeping INGEBORG BAREISS Apa Basketball, Softball; ember Glee Club; Committee, Clerical ORCILLA ANTOINETTE BARONE Club, Nisimaha; Assemblies; G. Ge aan Hes erica RUTH SHIRLEY BARSOM Home Economics; Stage Manager, Freshman Avenue, 52 Blaine aoe! Club, Hi-Y Sec- Slide Operator; Council; 131 Bowles Street Modern Dance Group, Squad Leader; 194 Hancock Street Home Reception, 507 Maple Road, Longmeadow 42 Palmer Avenue 71 San Miguel Street Member 96 Glenwood Boulevard Lunch Room Patrol; 526 Dwight Road Sergeant; Senior Auditor; Bowling; Band, Color Guard; Lunch Room Squad; Usher; G. O. Member 15 Montclair ae Home _ Economics; 52 Arch Street . 153 Wilbraham Road Sports, Riding Club; G. O. Member Clerical JEAN BARTEAU 66 Redlands Street Glee Club, Commerce Choristers; Sports, Cheerleader; Assemblies; Commit- tee, Home Economics; G. O. Member Stenographic MARILYN BATES 27 Douglas Street Education Week Speaker; Club, Le Foyer; Agent, Junior Red Cross; Sports, Softball, Basketball, Hockey, Squad Leader, Outing Club; Assemblies; Committee, Class Day; G. O. Member College Preparatory LILLIAN JUNE BAVER Senior Auditor; Sports, Basketball, Baseball, Bookkeeping PAULINE RACHEL BESSETTE Committee, Home Economics; G. O. Member Stenographic [ 30] 33 Calhoun Street Hockey; G. O. Member 545 Main Street Longmeadow | G. O. Member | | aa | | 1483 State Street | . { EVANGELINE BIAKIS 79 Alvin Street Agent, G. O.; Sports, Bowling Club; Assemblies; Committee, Home Economics; G. O. Member Clerical MARYANGELA BIANCONI 26 Norwood Street Committees, Home Economics, Towel Tickets; G. O. Member Stenographic JOSEPHINE E. BIELINSKI 75 Tenth Street Committee, Home Economics; G. O. Member Stenographic PATRICIA BLANCHFIELD 187 Trafton Road Glee Club, Assemblies; Club, Nisimaha; Sports, Squad Leader; Agents, Com: merce, G. O.; Committee, Home Economics; G. O. Member Clerical JOYCE BLIDBERG 2417 Main Street Sports, Softball, Basketball; Agent, Caduceus; G. O. Member Bookkeeping NORMA EARLYN BODURTHA 126 Johnson Street G. O. Member Clerical THELMA BONGIOVANNI 11 Governor Street Assemblies; G. O. Member Clerical MILDRED BONVILLE 37 Edgemont Street Sports, Squad Leader; Glee Club, Commerce Choristers; Agent, Commerce; Assemblies; Committee, Home Economics; G. O. Member Clerical BEVERLY ANN BOURBEAU 59 Redlands Street Caduceus, Athletic Editor; Junior Class Officer, Vice-President; Sports, Outing Club (President), White Team (Captain), Basketball, G. A. A. Board; Girls’ Patrol; Band; Orchestra, Concerts; Assemblies; Committees, Class Day, Fresh- nan Reception; G. O. Member Stenographic OROTHY ANN BOYER Boston Road, North Wilbraham Caduceus, Type Editor; Home Room President; Girls’ Patrol; Assemblies; ommittees, Freshman-Junior Social, Prom. and Banquet; G. O. Member Stenographic ARION EVELYTH BRADLEY 165 South Main Street, E. L. Glee Club, Commerce Choristers; ees G. O. Member Clerica RENE WANDA BRISCOE 160 Walnut Street Club, Le Foyer; G. O. Member College Preparatory AOMI ANN BROAD 24 Sumner Terrace Glee Club; Sports, Riding Club; G. O. Member Clerical RENE MAY BRODEUR 73 Dawes Street Girls’ Patrol; Agent, G. O.; Committee, Home Economics; G. O. Member Stenographic LICE BROWN 78 Essex Street Glee Club, Assemblies; Agent, Caduceus; G. O. Member College Preparatory SHIRLEY JEAN BROWN 64 Chilson Street Senior Auditor; Agent, Junior Red Cross; G. O. Member Bookkeeping AULINE MARIE BRUSNICKI 16 Churchill Street Home Room President; Club, Kumtux; G. O. Member Stenographic ELEN JUSTINE BRUTNELL 37 Home Street Caduceus, Contributing Editor; Community Chest Work; Sports, Modern Dance jroup; Committee, Bulletin Board nat Nerica [31 ] ROBERT OSBORNE BUCHANAN 47 Putnam Circle } Boys’ Patrol; G. O. Board; Club, Hi-Y (Treasurer); Sports, Basketball, Foot- ball, Baseball; Assemblies; G. O. Member Bookkeeping DOROTHY ANN BUCKINGHAM 192 Walnut Street Home Room Vice-President; Garis Ea Red Cross; G. O. Member PATRICIA ANN BUCKLEY 124 Grover surest Student Council; Education Week Speaker; Girls’ Patrol; Assemblies; Member General FRANCIS EARL BURNS 27 Jefferson Avenue [ Commerce, Editor-in-Chief; Freshman Class Officer, President; Student Coun cil; Education Week Speaker; Senior Auditor; Boys’ Patrol; Clubs, Hi-Y Le Foyer; Assemblies; Committees, G. O. Dance, Prom. Usher; G. O. ee Bookkeeping HELEN F. CAMPBELL 48 Audubon Sweet | Girls’ Patrol; Assemblies; G. O. Member Clerical NANCY MARY CAPUANO 69 Union Street Assemblies; G. O. Member Clerical MARJORIE ANN CARASSITI 25 Cleveland Street Glee Club; Committee, Prom. and Banquet; G. O. Member Stenographic JOSEPHINE CONCETTA CARDONE 140 Dickinson el Girls’ Patrol; Club, Ilcarsolles (Reporter); Lunch Room Squad; Sports, Exhibi- tion Dance Group; Agent, Commerce; Assemblies; G. O. Member Clerical . BARBARA ANNE CARMODY 862 Carew Street Club, Le Foyer; Glee Club; Agent, Commerce; Assemblies; G. O. Member Stenographic - JESSIE GERTRUDE CARR 19 Hayden Aventell G. O. Member Clerical = VIRGINIA AMARRYLLIS CASSIS 82 Belle Street| Sports, Hockey; Lunch Room Squad; G. O. Member Clerical MARY FAUSTINA CAVA 157 Florence Street™ Senior Auditor; Agent, Junior Red Cross; G. O. Member i Bookkeeping MARY C. CERAVOLO 10 Kibbe a Girls’ Patrol; Sports, Squad Leader; G. O. Member Clerical ‘ JEAN FRANCES CHADDERTON 359 Newbury wal Commerce, Colwmnist, Agent; Girls’ Patrol; Glee Club; Sports, Squad Leader, Cheerleader; Assemblies; G. O. Member Bookkeeping EVELYN EILEEN CHASE 46 Leonard ee | Glee Club; Sports, Squad Leader, Modern Dance Group; Assemblies; Com- mittee, Prom, and Banquet; G. O. Member Bookkeeping . L RHODA LEE CHASE 46 Leonard Street | Sports, Squad Leader; Agent, Caduceus; Committee, Prom. and Banquet; G O. Member General LAWRENCE W. CHENEY 90 Edgewood Stree Club, Hi-Y; Sports, Football (Manager); Band; Assemblies; G. O. Member Bookkeeping MARILYN MARTHA CHERNAIK 16 Olmstead Driv Glee Club, Commerce Choristers; Assemblies; G. O. Member Clerical [ 32} uae be HARRY CHIKLAKIS 42 Grosvenor Street Senior Class Officer, President; Junior Honor Group; Clubs, Le Foyer, Hi-Y: Boys’ Patrol; Sports, Basketball (Captain), Football (Captain), Baseball; Or- chestra; Assemblies; G. O. Member College Preparatory EVELYN BARBARA CHMURA 23 Rapalus Street, Indian Orchard Junior Honor Group; Commerce, Copy Editor; Club, Nisimaha; Senior Auditor: Girls’ Patrol; Agent, G. O.; Glee Club; Committee, Freshman-Junior Social; G. O. Member Bookkeeping ARNOLD C. CHRISTIANSON 10 School Street, East Longmeadow Boys’ Patrol; G. O. Member Bookkeeping ESTELLE TERESA CHRUSCIEL 25 Milton Street, Indian Orchard Commerce, Copy Editor; Senior Auditor; Girls’ Patrol; G. O. Member Bookkeeping JENNIE S. CHWALEK 55 Montmorenci Street Glee Club, Commerce Choristers; Assemblies: G. O. Member Clerical ELLEN BARBARA CLARK 14 Melvin Avenue, East Longmeadow Club, Knitting; Senior Auditor; Assemblies; G. O. Member Bookkeeping JENNIE CLARK 892 Chestnut Street Sports, Outing Club; G. O. Member Clerical NORMA JEAN CLARK 264 Redlands Street Girls’ Patrol; Special Work for Teachers; G. O. Member Stenographic SHIRLEY ELLEN CLARK 86 Bowles Street Home Room Vice-President; Glee Club; Assemblies; Agent, Commerce; Com- mittee, Prom. and Banquet; G. O. Member Stenographic JANET W: CLASON 427 Page Boulevard Club, Areopagitica; Assemblies; G. O. Member Clerical ELSIE ANN CLINI 449 Taylor Street G. O. Member Bookkeeping JOAN RAE COBURN 638 Belmont Avenue Club, Nisimaha; Glee Club; G. O. Member General ELEANOR LORRAINE COHEN 126 Draper Street Sports, Modern Dance Group, Squad Leader; Assemblies; Committee, Prom. and Banquet; G. O. Member Bookkeeping JEAN COMSTOCK 508 Union Street G. O. Agent; G. O. Member Clerical CAROLINE COOK 568 State Street Club, Nisimaha; Glee Club; Assemblies; Committee, Christmas Assembly; G. O. Member. Clerical RETA MAE COOK 127 Monrovia Street Glee Club, Commerce Choristers; Sports, Squad Leader; G. O. Member General VIRGINIA MAE COOLEY 69 Dimmick Street Assemblies; G. O. Member Bookkeeping MARY JEANNE COTE 18 Bryant Street Caduceus, Faculty Editor; Girls’ Patrol; Guidance Secretary; Assemblies; G. O. Member d : Stenographic [ 33 ] HELEN ANITA COTO GT GmNeuhursisircet Assemblies; G. O. Member Bookkeeping MARY THERESA CROWLEY 31 Laurel Street Commerce, Columnist; Senior Auditor; Committee, Prom. and Banquet; G. O. Member Bookkeeping ROMA JEAN CUMMINGS 28 Palmyra Street Assemblies; Committee, Cap and Armband; G. O. Member Clerical THERESA MARIE CUMMINGS 105 Cambridge Street Student Council, President, Treasurer; Girls’ Patrol; Agents, G. O., Junior Red Cross; Assemblies; Committees, Assembly, War Bond, Prom. and Banquet, G. O. Dance; G. O. Member Stenographic DORIS MARY CUNEO 103 Noel Street Commerce, Columnist, Bulletin Board Writer, Agent; Club, Nisimaha; Special! Work for Teachers; G. O. Member Clerical LORRAINE FRANCES CURTO 3611 4 Chestnut Street Caduceus, Assistant Senior Editor; Glee Club; Committee, Freshman-Junior Social; G. O. Member Stenographic HAROLD W. CUTLER 74 Shamrock Street Commerce, Feature Writer; Boys’ Patrol; Club, Hi-Y; Assemblies; Committees, School Play, Class Day, Senior Prom. Usher, G. O. Dance; G. O. Member Bookkeeping FLORENCE DAHLKE 106 Oakland Street Senior Auditor; Agent, Commerce; G. O. Member Bookkeeping MABEL DOROTHY DAHLKE 106 Oakland Street G. O. Member Bookkeeping MARGARET ANN DALY 198 Albemarle Street Club, Nisimaha; Agent, Caduceus; G. O. Member General ANN MARIE D’AOUST 61 Avon Place Committee, Prom. and Banquet; G. O. Member Bookkeeping ANNA MARIE DE CARLO 57 Oak Street Sports, Squad Leader, Outing Club, Riding Club, Basketball; Glee Club; Agent, Caduceus; Assemblies; G. O. Member Bookkeeping MARY DEMOS 96 Kensington Avenue Commerce, Sports Reporter; Club, Ilcarsolles; Girls’ Patrol; Sports, Softball, Basketball; G. A. A. Board (Secretary, Treasurer, Vice-President); Agent, GOs Assemblies; Committees, Freshman Reception, G. O. Dance; G. O. Member Stenographic and Bookkeeping THERESA MARIE DeNUCCI 9314 Bond Street Caduceus, Bulletin Board Editor; Assemblies; G. O. Member Stenographic HELEN DERSTEPANIAN 16 Mazarin Street, Indian Orchard G . O. Member Clerical HENRY J. DeSELLIER 116 Armory Street Sports, Football; G. O. Member Bookkeeping MARION DIADUK 20 Arthur Street G. O. Member General GLADYS BARBARA DICKINSON 101 Parker Street, East Longmeadow Caduceus, Advertising Agent; Glee Club, Commerce Choristers; Assemblies; G. O. Member Bookkeeping [ 34] | | | | | | | [ L ELLEN DINNIE 433 Bay Street Bookkeeping MARJORIE ANN DION 72 Elm Street, East Longmeadow Agent, Commerce; G. O. Member Clerical ROBERT WILLIAM DION 47 Medford Street Assemblies; G. O. Member Bookkeeping ROSINA MARIE DiPIETRO 71 Greene Street Club, Le Foyer; Band; Orchestra, Librarian, Assemblies, Concerts; Student Library Service; Lunch Room Squad; G. O. Member College Preparatory MARY ADELE DiSANTI 1159 Columbus Avenue Assemblies; Committee, Class Day; G. O. Member Stenographic ANNA DOAKE 73 Oklahoma Street Glee Club; Assemblies; Lunch Room Squad; G. O. Member Stenographic BARBARA JEAN DOERSAM 268 Connecticut Avenue Girls’ Patrol; G. O. Member Bookkeeping LILLIAN DRAZEK 33 Beauchamp Street Junior Honor Group; Sports, Basketball (Captain), Softball, Hockey, Badminton, Tennis, Squad Leader, G. A. A. Board; Commerce, Assistant Sports Editor; Club, Le Foyer; Band; Orchestra; Girls’ Patrol, Sergeant; Agent, Commerce; Assem- blies; G. O. Member College Preparatory MARY ELLEN DRISCOLL 79 Dimmick Street Caduceus, Club Editor; Girls’ Patrol; Assemblies; G. O. Member Stenographic ELEANOR MAY DUNHAM 107 Manchester Terrace Club, Ilcarsolles (Treasurer); Guidance Secretary; Committees, Class Day, Prom. and Banquet; Tardy Room Assistant; Agent, Caduceus; Girls’ Patrol; Assemblies; G. O. Member College Preparatory and Stenographic AmCORTIS DULTON 29 High Street Boys’ Patrol, Junior and Senior Lieutenant; Club, Hi-Y; Home Room Presi- dent; Senior Auditor; Sports, Baseball; Assemblies; Committees, School Play, Class Day; G. O. Member Bookkeeping DORIS ANNE EDWARDS 3310 Main Street Sports, Squad Leader; G. O Member General LOUISE EVELYN EGGLESTON 28 Bay Street Home Room President; Glee Club, Commerce Choristers; Assemblies; Agents, Commerce, Junior Red Cross Stenographic ALICE MARIE ENGLISH 147 Wilbraham Avenue Clubs, Kumtux (Historian), Nisimaha; Agents, Commerce, Caduceus; G, O. Member College Preparatory BRIGID MARY ENNIS 63 Morris Street Home Room Vice-President; Committee, Prom. and Banquet; G. O. Member Clerical BETTY LOUISE ERICSON 187 High Street Club, Nisimaha; Glee Club, Commerce Choristers; Girls’ Patrol; Assemblies; G. O. Member Stenographic MARY LOUISE FARLEY 46 Cameron Street Club, Le Foyer; Girls’ Patrol, Sergeant; John S. Young Contest; Special Work for Teachers; Sports, Basketball, Modern Dance Group, Squad Leader; Assem- blies; Lunch Room Squad; Committee, Class Day; G. O. Member Stenographic RITA MAE FEENEY 126 Fort Pleasant Avenue Sports, Riding Club; G. O. Member Bookkeeping and Clerical [35 ] ROBERT LESTER FEINBERG 114 Groveland Street Boys’ Patrol; Committee, Prom. and Banquet; G. O. Member Clerical MARILYN E. FISHER Main Street, Hampden Home Room Secretary, Treasurer; Sports, Bowling Club; Agent, Commerce; G. O. Member Bookkeeping RAYMOND FITZGERALD 109 Kingsley Street eh Hi-Y; Sports, Baseball; Home Room Vice-President; Assemblies; G. O. Member Bookkeeping PAT RIGIAS MARIE FOLEY 56 Kenyon Street Commerce, Columnist; Club, Ilcarsolles; Girls’ Patrol; G. O. Member Stenographic CATHERINE IRENE FOOTE 1730 Allen Street Girls’ Patrol; Sports, Squad Leader; G. O. Member Clerical JOYCEZEDIT A sFORTUNE 84 Farnsworth Street Girls’ Patrol, Junior Lieutenant, Captain; Caduceus, Junior Editor; Student Council, Secretary; Junior Honor Group; Club, Kumtux (Vice-President); As- semblies; Agent, War Stamp; Glee Club, Commerce Choristers; Guidance Secre- tary; Lunch Room Squad; Committees, Ushering, G. O. Dance, Freshman- Junior Social, Class Day; G. O. Member Stenographic RUTH BRYANT ELIZABETH FREEMAN 41 Dymon Street Assemblies; G. O. Member Clerical GERALDINE FULLER 120 Quincy Street Glee Club; Assemblies; Committee, Cap and Gown; G. O. Member General RHETA ROSE FULLER 44 Armory Street G. O. Agent; G. O. Member Bookkeeping ALBERTINA CAROL FUNAI 55 Margaret Street G. O. Member iy Stenographic RITAVFUSARO 40 Logan Street Commerce, Columnist, Agent; Home Room President; Club, Ilcarsolles; Girls’ Patrol; Assemblies; Committees, Prom. and Banquet, Class Day, Home Economics; G. O. Member Stenographic CAROLINE GALLINI 26 Pearl Street Place Girls’ Patrol; Sports, Tennis, Bowling Club; Glee Club; Committee, Freshman- Junior Social; G. O. Member Clerical BARBARA LUCILLE GARTON 213 St. James Boulevard Assemblies; G. O. Member Clerical VIOLA DORIS GAUTHIER 110 Bond Street G. O. Member Stenographic MADELEINE GEORGETTE GELINAS 815 Carew Street Girls’ Patrol; Committee, Cap and Armband; G. O. Member Stenographic M. ANTHONY GENTILE 253 Hancock Street Club, Hi-Y (President, Treasurer); Home Room Pres‘dent; Boys’ Patrol; Sports, Baseball, Football, Bowling; Lunch Room Squad; Assemblies; Committee, Senior Prom. Usher; G. O. Member Clerical ESTHER GEORGE 836 St. James Avenue Club, Nisimaha; Glee Club, Assemblies; Committee, Cap and Armband; G. O. Member Bookkeeping SHIRLEY ELIZABETH GERVAIS 39 Duryea Street Student Library Service; cai gia hae a Member erica [ 36 } I a ON a Pe res | a rm, MICHELINA THERESA GIANNETTI 61 Dearborn Street foray Room Assistant; Lunch Room Squad; Committee, Class Day; G. O. Member ‘ Bookkeeping JEANNETTE THERESA GIBEAU 18 Decatur Street, Indian Orchard Junior Honor Group; Girls’ Patrol; Agents, Caduceus, Junior Red Cross; G. O. Member Stenographic FLORENCE GOLDSTEIN 15 Mansfield Street Glee Club, Assemblies; G. O. Member Bookkeeping LAURA S. GOODLESS 61 Osgood Street Commerce, Cuts Editor; Sports, Modern Dance Group; G. O. Member Stenographic EDWIN JAY GOODRICH 768 Stony Hill Road, Wilbraham Community Chest Speaker; Boys’ Patrol; Assemblies; Committee, Prom. and Banquet; G. O. Member Stenographic MARY GORGOS 50 Franklin Street G. O. Member Clerical MARGARET GOWANS 177 Prentice Street G. O. Member Clerical ISRAEL GREENBERG 18 Grosvenor Street Sports, Football, Baseball (Manager), Basketball (Manager and Scorekeeper), Squad Leader, Swimming; Class Will (Chairman); Boys’ Patrol; Band, Color Guard; Assemblies; Committees, G. O. Dance, P. T. A. Reception, Stage Equ p- ment; G. O. Member Bookkeeping JOSEPHINE ANN GRILLI 30 San Miguel Street Girls’ Patrol; Clubs, Ilcarsolles, Glee Club; Community Chest Work; Assem- blies; Agent, G. O.; Committee, Class Prophecy; G. O. Member Stenographic JOSEPHINE L. GROSS 304 Union Street Freshman Class Officer, Secretary; Home Room Secretary; Girls’ Patrol; Glee Club; Education Week Speaker; Sports, Bowling Club; Assemblies; Lunch Room Squad; G. O. Member Clerical MARY-ALLIS IRENE GUERNSEY 84 Mayfair Avenue Girls’ Patrol; Assemblies; Agent, Junior Red Cross; G. O. Member Stenographic MARIE ANN GUIDETTE 1273 Carew Street Senior Class Officer, Secretary; Junior Honor Group; G. A. A. Board; Girls’ Patrol; Club, Ilcarsolles; Home Room Vice-President, Secretary; Guidance Sec- retary; Assemblies; G. O. Member Stenographic CLAIRE CHRISTINE HAGGINS 18 Wareham Street Sports, Exhibition Dance Group; Agent, Red Cross; G.° O. Member Bookkeeping ESTELLE ANN HAJEC 88 Acushnet Avenue Commerce, Type Editor; Club, Nisimaha; Girls’ Patrol; Assemblies; Commit: tees, Education Week, Christmas. Assembly; G. O. Member Stenographic GWENDOLYN M. HALL 23 Eldridge Street Girls’ Patrol; Agent, Caduceus; G. O. Member Stenographic PRISCILLA JANET HALL 29 Berkeley Street Assemblies; G. O. Member General BETTY JEAN HALLENSTEIN 100 Beaumont Street Club, Kumtux; Assemblies; G. O. Member Stenographic NORMA MORRIA HAMBRO 162 Prospect Street Home Room Secretary; Sports, Outing Club, Exhibition Dance Group; Agent, Commerce; G. O. Member Bookkeeping [37] OSIG ELSIE HAMPARZANIAN 57 Lyons Street, Indian Orchard Clerical JEANNE WINIFRED HARRISON 167 Freeman Avenue Girls’ Patrol; Home Room (Vice-President, Treasurer); Club, Kumtux; Assem- blies; G. O. Member G. O. Member Stenographic ARMENE ELEANOR HASSIN 760 Worthington Street Club, Nisimaha; Assemblies; G. O. Member General EVE Ne OV CE mr ASuINGS 11 Temby Street Home Room Treasurer; Club, Kumtux; G. O. Member College Preparatory FRANCES MARY HEALY 40 Sargeant Street Glee Club; Assemblies; G. O. Member General ALBERT HERSHON 68 Somerset Street Sports, Football, Basketball; G. O. Member General MARION LORRAINE HOLTON 104 Rollins Street Commerce, Editorial Board; Junior Honor Group; Girls’ Patrol; Home Room Vice-President; Clubs, Nisimaha, Kumtux; Glee Club; Senior Auditor; Special Work for Teachers; Agent, G. O.; Committee, Prom. and Banquet; G. O. Member College Preparatory and Bookkeeping LOUISE MARIE HORNEY 314 Nottingham Street Commerce, Business Manager; Girls’ Patrol; Agent, G. O.; Assemblies; G. O. Member Bookkeeping BARBARA HOUSE 74 Sherbrooke Street Glee Club; Committee, Pinafore (Usher); G. O. Member Clerical JOSEPHINE ROSE ANN IENNACO 71 Bliss Street G. O. Agent; G. O. Member Stenographic SHIRLEY ANN JACKSON 52 Gillette Circle Club, Nisitmaha (Treasurer); Girls’ Patrol; Assemblies; Committee, Ushering; G. O. Member Stenographic PHYLLIS VICTORIA JACHYM 36 Parker Street, Indian Orchard Bookkeeping Glee Club; G. O. Member FLORENCE MARY JAHN 30 Davenport Street Caduceus, Senior Editor; Girls’ Patrol; Club, Nisimaha; Glee Club, Commerce Choristers; Band; Orchestra; Assemblies; Committee, Prom. and Banquet; G. O. Member Stenographic CONSTANCE ELIZABETH JOHNSON 41 Elm Street, East Longmeadow Caduceus, Assistant Editor-in-Chief: Home Room President; Girls’ Patrol; Com- munity Chest Speaker; Assemblies; Committee, Prom. Invitations; G. O. Member Stenographic ELEANOR JOHNSON 34 Waldorf Street G. O. Member P Bookkeeping LEONARD RALPH JOHNSON 39 Strong Avenue Club, Hi-Y, G. O. Member Bookkeeping MARILYN JOHNSON 8 Washington Street Club, Ilcarsolles; G. O. Member re enera NORMA GERTRUDE JOHNSON 78 Pennsylvania Avenue Girls’ Patrol; Assemblies; G. O. Member Stenographic [ 38 ] BERNICE LOUISE JOHNSTON 43 Duryea Street Girls’ Patrol; Assemblies; G. O. Member Stenographic BOYNE HAMILTON JOHNSTON 290, Armory Strece Agent, Commerce; Assemblies; Committee, Class Day; G. O. Member Stenographic PHYLLIS IRENE JONES 209 Albemarle Street G. O. Member Bookkeeping SHIRLEY ANN KARLE 85 East Alvord Street G. O. Member Stenographic ALICE KATHERINE T. KELLIHER 401 Nottingham Street Senior Class Officer, Vice-President; Student Council; Sports, Red Team (Cap- tain and Co-Captain), G. A. A. Board, Basketball (Captain), Baseball (Captain), Bowling (Leader), Hockey, Squad Leader, Outing Club; Glee Club; Assemblies; Committee, Cap and Armband; G. O. Member Clerical JOHN ROBERT KELLIHER 125 Wait Street Commerce, Sports Editor; Home Room President; Sports, Baseball (Captain), Football; Boys’ Patrol, Sergeant; Orchestra; G. O. Member Clerical RENA KILGOUR 54 Benton Street Glee Club, Commerce Choristers; Band, Majorette; Sports, Outing Club; G. O. Member Clerical ETHEL MAE KIOSKE 216 Eastern Avenue Club, Nisimaha; G. O. Member Clerical BARBARA JEAN KIRBY 30 Commonwealth Avenue Girls’ Patrol; Club, Ilcarsolles; G. O. Member Stenographic JEAN LOIS KIRKLEY 73 La Salle Street, East Longmeadow Sports, Exhibition Dance Group; Assemblies; Committee, Home Economics; G. O. Member Stenographic DORIS ELEANOR KLEIN 764 Belmont Avenue Agent, Commerce; G. O. Member Stenographic SHIRLEY MAE KNOX 85 Albemarle Street Caduceus, Feature Editor; Junior Honor Group; Girls’ Patrol; Assemblies; G. O. Member Stenographic SELMA EDITH KOCH 1162 Dwight Street G. O. Agent; G. O. Member Bookkeeping LORRAINE JOAN KOWAL 29 Sterling Street Girls’ Patrol, Junior and Senior Lieutenant; Student Council; Junior Honor Group; Club, Kumtux; Agents, Commerce, G. O.; Glee Club, Commerce Cho- risters; Assemblies; Committees, Class Prophecy (Chairman), G. O. Dance, Class Day, Prom. Usher, Freshman-Junior Social; G. O. Member Stenographic HELEN ANN KUCHARSKI 56 Orchard Street G. O. Member Clerical HELEN M. KURPECKI 67 Butler Street Girls’ Patrol; Sports, Bowling Club; G. O. Member General JEAN FRANCES LaBROAD 48 Cherry Street G. O. Member Bookkeeping FILOMENA ANN LaMARI 926 Columbus Avenue Commerce, Advertising Manager; G. A. A. Nominating Board; Sports, Exhibi- tion Dance Group; Assemblies; Committee, Prom. and� Banquet; G. O. Member Stenographic [ 39 ] ROBERT KENNETH LARSON 87 Albemarle Street Junior Class Officer, President; Club, Hi-Y (Secretary, Vice-President); Sports, Baseball, Football, Basketball; Band, Color Guard; Lunch Room Squad; Assem- blies; Committees, Stage Hand, Prom. Usher; G. O. Member Bookkeeping THERESA MAVIS LAURIA 974 Berkshire Avenue, Indian Orchard Girls’ Patrol; G. O. Member Bookkeeping HELEN JEAN LaVALLEY 124 Denver Street Girls’ Patrol; Sports, Bowling Club (Leader); Assemblies; Committee, Class Will; G. O. Member Bookkeeping ELEANOR MARJORIE LAVINE 1150 Longmeadow Street, Longmeadow G. O. Member pees te PATRICIA ANN LAWLOR 207 Wilbraham Avenue Student Council, Treasurer; Junior Honor Group; Community Chest Speaker; Club, Kumtux (Treasurer); Girls’ Patrol; Senior Auditor; Class History (Chair- man); Sports, Softball, Hockey, Outing Club; Home Room President; Glee Club; Agent, Commerce; Assemblies; Committees, Prom. and Banquet, Freshman- Junior Social, G. O. Dance; G. O. Member Bookkeeping RUTH RHEA LAZNOVSKY 97 Clantoy Street Commerce, Columnist; Club, Ilcarsolles (Vice-President); Girls’ Patrol; Home Room Treasurer; Agent, G. O.; Committee, Prom. and Banquet; G. O. Member Stenographic PE VEEISeehve RES inane 846 Carew Street Glee Club; Lunch Room Squad; G. O. Member Bookkeeping SHIRLEY LOUISE LEDTKE 417 Sumner ped ae Junior Honor Group; Girls’ Patrol; Committee, Freshman Reception; Member Stenographic MARJORIE E. LEE 21 Campus Place G. O. Member Clerical INGEBORG MARIE EVA LEICHSENRING 31 Richelieu Street Glee Club; Assemblies; G. O. Member Bookkeeping CECILE ELISE LEMIEUX 2474 Main Street Glee Club, Commerce Choristers; G. O. Member Clerical VOURA LE OROULOS 103 Spring Street Freshman Class Officer, Vice-President; Commerce, Columnist; Club, Cee Band; Orchestra, Concerts; Home Room President; Senior Auditor; Agents, Caduceus; Girls’ Patrol; Assemblies; Committee, Freshman-Junior Social; Member Bookkeeping HELEN LESCHUCK 787 Dwight Street Sports, Outing Club; Girls’ Patrol; Agents, G. O., Caduceus; G. O. Member Stenographic MARY WILMA LEVINE 1245 Dwight Street Girls’ Patrol; Glee Club; G. O. Member Salesmanship JEANNE MARY LOPARDO 152 Euclid Avenue Sports, Bowling Club; G. O. Member Stenographic LORNA GLORIA LORANGER 204 Orange Street Committee, G. O. Dance; G. O. Member General ANITA LOUCAS ; 42 Mooreland Street Glee Club; Committee, Freshman Reception; G. O. Member General CHARLES RICHARD. LYNES 77 Trafton Road Boys’ Patrol; Assemblies� G. O. Memes enerd [ 40 ] [ | | L | 74 3 [ l f | | | Ng Ca MARY McDONALD 389 Newbury Street G0: ember Bookkeeping YVONNE FRANCES McNEIL 150 Northampton Avenue G. O. Member Cler:cal PHYLLIS MIRIAM McQUADE 92 Alderman Street Commerce, Columnist; G. O. Member Stenographic ELIZABETH JANE MACHABEE 32 Decatur Street, Indian Orchard G. O. Member Clerical DOROTHEA M. MADISON 84 Saratoga Street Club, Ilcarsolles; Sports, G. A. A. Board; Senior Aud:tor; Assemblies; Com- mittees, Freshman Reception, Class Day; G. O. Member Bookkeeping CLARA MAENZO 800 Worthington Street Home Room Secretary; Club, Ilcarsolles; G. O. Member General ROSE CATHERINE MAIOLO 50 Broad Street Agent, Junior Red Cross; G. O. Member General HARRIET LENORE MANDEL 11 Alsace Street Agent, G. O.; Assemblies; G. O. Member Bookkeeping DOROTHY MARGARET MANSFIELD 94 Groveland Street Club, Ilcarsolles (Secretary); G. O. Member Stenographic FLORENCE TERESA MARCELUK Somers Road, Hampden G. O. Member Stenographic MARY THERESA MARGARITES 21 Patton Street Girls’ Patrol; Assemblies; Committees, Cap and Armband, Towel Tickets; G. O. Member Stenographic DOROTHY MAE MARGESON 21 Valentine Street Sports, Tennis, Outing Club, G. A. A. Board; Glee Club; Assemblies; G. O. Member y Bookkeeping THERESA MARIE MASSEY 2462 Main Street Agent, Caduceus; Committee, Towel Ticket; G. O. Member Stenographic JEAN MAXWELL 45 Hartley Street Club, Nisimaha; Sports, Bowling Club; G. O. Member Clerical SANDRA LOUISE MAZZA 138 Cedar Street _ Senior Auditor; Club, Ilcarsolles; Agent, Caduceus; Committee, Home Economics; G. O. Member Bookkeeping RUTH BEATRICE MELBOURNE 158 Island Pond Road Agent, Commerce; Committee, Home Economics; G. O, Member Clerical MARILYN CLAIRE MENZ 11 Hartford Terrace Club, Nisimaha (President); Girls’ Patrol; Agent, Junior Red Cross; Comm.ttee, Ushering; G. O. Member Clerical ALMA MERIGIAN 75 Lyons Street, Indian Orchard Glee Club; Assemblies; Sports, Squad Leader; G. O. Member Stenographic i415) JANE MICHALAK . 564 Chestnut Street Committee, Home Economics; G. O. Member Stenographic WILLIAM MICHALEK 90 Amherst Street Sports, Football; Committee, Freshman-Junior Social; G. O. Member Bookkeeping MARILYN M. MIDWOOD 7 Buchholz Street Agents, Commerce, G. O.; Assemblies; Committee, Prom. and Banquet; G. O. Member Stenographic SHIRLEY MILLS 754 Liberty Street Assemblies; Committee, Home Economics; G. O. Member Clerical DOROTHY MAY MONCRIEFF 125 Pasco Road, Indian Orchard Clerical G. O. Member DOROTHY CORINNE MONESI 52 Ranney Street Club, Nisimaha (President); Agent, G. O.; Assemblies; Girls’ Patrol; Com- mittees, Class Day, Ushering; G. O. Member Stenographic DIAMMA DORA MORETTI 1208 Liberty Street Club, Le Foyer (Vice-President); Glee Club, Commerce Choristers; Sports, Bowling Club; Assemblies; G. O. Member Stenographic BETTY ANN MORRISSEY 44 Herman Street . Commerce, Feature Editor; Glee Club; Agents, Commerce, G. O.; Committees, Freshman Reception, Freshman-Junior Social; G. O. Member Bookkeeping VIRGINIA ANN MORRISSEY 37 Sherman Street Sports, Outing Club (Secretary), Softball, Basketball; Glee Club, Assemblies; G. O. Member College Preparatory MARY AGNES MURPHY 123 Westmoreland Avenue, Longmeadow Junior Honor Group: Club, Kumtux (President, Vice-President); Class Will (Chairman); Home Room Vice-President; Girls’ Patrol; Agents, Commerce, Cadu- ceus; Sports, Outing Club, Bowling Club; Committees, Freshman Reception, School Play, Prom. and Banquet, Freshman-Junior Social; G. O. Member College Preparatory MARIE JEANNETTE NADEAU 51 Eureka Street G. O. Member Clerical FLORENCE NORMA NAPIER 5 Meredith Street G. O. Member Stenographic MARILYN ANITA NEWCOMB 366 Hancock Street G. O. Member Clerical ODETTE BEATRICE NICHOLS 524 Armory Street Club, Le Foyer; G. O. Member Clerical EDNA LILLIAN NIELSEN 11 Rutland Street Girls’ Patrol; Senior Auditor; me Si Member ookkeeping FLORENCE LUCILLE NOWAK 34 Parker Street, Indian Orchard Glee Club; G. O. Member Stenographic and Clerical URSULA EVELYN NOWAKOWSKI 30 Rapalus Street, Indian Orchard Commerce, News Reporter; Girls’ Patrol; Agent, Caduceus; Committees, Prom. and Banquet, Cap and Armband; G. O. Member Stenographic BARBARA MAY NOYES 56 Strong Avenue Club, Ilcarsolles (President); G. qe vehe G. O. Member erica [ 42] MARION GERTRUDE NOZIK 574 Chestnut Street Club, Le Foyer; Agent, Senior Photographs; G. O. Member Bookkeeping JUNE OAKE . 28 Maryland Street G. O. Member Clerical BARBARA JOAN. O'BRIEN 364 Belmont Avenue Club, Ilcarsolles; G. O. Member Stenographic JOAN FRANCIS O'BRIEN 98 Brunswick Street Club, Kwmtux (Treasurer, Secretary); Caduceus, Contributing Editor—1943; Girls’ Patrol; Sports, Outing Club; Home Room Treasurer; Agent, Caduceus; Committees, Class Will, Prom. and Banquet, School Play; G. O. Member College Preparatory AGNES MARYANN OCHSNER 27 Wolcott Street Glee Club; Assemblies; G. O. Member Clerical ESTHER ELIZABETH O’CONNELL 1591 Carew Street Caduceus, Type Editor; Glee Club; Assemblies; Committee, Class Day; G. O. Member Stenographic MARION ELIZABETH OLSZEWSKI 35 Murray Hill Avenue Agent, War Bond; Committee, Home Economics; G. O. Member Bookkeeping THERESE BRENDA OPITZ 25 Upland Street Agent, Commerce; Glee Club; G. O. Member Bookkeeping MILDRED ORR 541 Union Street Glee Club; G. O. Member General RUTH FLORENCE OUIMET 423 Nottingham Street Girls’ Patrol; Sports, Squad Leader; G. O. Member Stenographic VIRGINIA JOAN OUIMET 94 Jenness Street Sports, Squad Leader; G. O. Member Stenographic IOLE GEMMA PALAZZI 288 Chestnut Street G. O. Member Bookkeeping ELAINE PANARETOS 509 Newbury Street Caduceus, Club Co-Editor; Girls’ Patrol; Sports, Outing Club, Bowling Club, Squad Leader; Agent, G. O.; Glee Club (Librarian), Commerce Choristers, As- sembly Soloist; Committees, Freshman-Junior Social, Class Day, Prom. and Ban- quet, Slide Operator; G. O. Member Stenographic GLORIA PASQUALINI 108 Grover Street Community Chest Worker; Sports, Modern Dance Group, Squad Leader; Agent, Caduceus; G. O. Member Clerical MARY JOHANNA PASTERIS 124 Melville Street Caduceus, Freshman Editor; Junior Honor Group; Student Council; Clud, Kum- tux; Sports, Outing Club (Vice-President, Treasurer), Softball, Exhibition Dance Group; Girls’ Patrol; Agent, Caduceus; Assemblies; Glee Club; Committees, Class Day, Class Will, G. O. Dance; G. O. Member Stenographic IRENE ALICE PERELLA 25 Tulsa Street G. O. Member Stenographic ETHEL L. PETERSON Bennett Road, Hampden Girls’ Patrol; G. O. Member Stenographic SHIRLEY RUTH PFIST ERER 111 Cambridge Street Clubs, Le Foyer, Nisimaha; G. O. Member Stenographic [ 43 ] Home Room President; CARRIE PINCKNEY 74 Boylston Street Committee, Prom. and Banquet; G. O. Member College Preparatory CAROLINE PLAZYNSKI G. O. Member 34 Morgan Street Bookkecping MARILYN ELLEN POOLEY 142 Chapin Terrace Caduceus, File Editor; Glee Club; Assemblies; G. O. Member Stenographic Agent, Commerce; Assemblies; 93 Cass Street G. O. Member Stenographic NORMA EDNA PREMO 57 Huntington Street Sports, Riding Club; G. O. Member Clerical ANN THERESA POWERS [ MARIE A. PROFIGLIO 26 Manhattan Street Assemblies; G. O. Member Stenographic [ LENA QUICI [ G. O. Member 103 Tyler Street ©. Stenographic ; RICHARD E. RACINE 6 Van Ness Street | Commerce, Ed ‘torial Ed.tor; Boys’ Patrol; Club, Hi-Y; Assemblies; Agent, G. O.; Committee, Class Day; G. O. Member Clerical : JEAN W. RANDALL 147 Davenport Street [ Gls’ Patrol; Club, Nisimaha (Reporter); Agent, Caduceus; Glee Club; G. O. Member Stenographic : WILLIAM WETHERBEE RANDALL 74 Lyndale Street Caduceus, Business Manager; Senior Auditor; Boys’ Patrol; Agent, Caduceus; Assemblies; Committee, Ushering; G. O. Member : Bookkeeping and College Preparatory IRENE L. RASCHI 197 Tyler Street Assemblies; G. O. Member 1 Clerical | JOCELYN L. RAWLE 60 Upland Street | Committee, Home Economics; G. O. Member Clerical ALICE LEONA REARDON 1306 Bay Street | Girls’ Patrol; Orchestra; G. O. Member Stenographic { MARY CATHERINE REIDY Cottage Avenue, North Wilbraham ”} Commerce, Columnist; Sports, Bowling Club; G. O. Member Stenographic [ MURIEL JUNE REMILLARD 300 Liberty Street ® Sports, Squad Leader; Lunch Room Squad; G. O. Member Salesmanship ALICE RESTAINO 768 Liberty Street Home Room Vice-President; G. O. Member Stenographic EVELYN MAE ROBINSON 757 Dickinson Street Club, Nisimaha (Treasurer); Sports, Squad Leader; Committee, Commencement, G. O. Member Bookkeeping ROBERT GEORGE ROGOW Junior Class Officer, 744 White Street Secretary; Club, Hi-Y; Sports, Football; Band; Agent, Commerce; Assemblics; Lunch Room Squad; Committees, G. O. Dance, Cap and Armband, Class W.Il; G. O. Member General ‘ [944° BEVERLY JUNE ROUSSEAU 64 Berkshire Avenue Glee Club; Assemblies; G. O. Member Clerical eH ERESALY. Si. JEAN 292 Union Street Commerce, Feature Editor; Assemblies; G. O. Member Stenographic HELEN SAKOWSKI 104 Everett Street Commerce, Columnist; Sports, Bowling Club; Assemblies; G. O. Member Clerical SYLVIA MARY SANSONETTI 48 Morris Street Home Room President; Glee Club; Committees, Freshman Reception, Home | Economics; G. O. Member Clerical JENNIE ROSE SANTANIELLO 517 Hancock Street Glee Club; Sports, Exhibition Dance Group; Assemblies; G. O. Member Clerical LENA MARY SATOPOTIE 491 Worthington Street Agent, Commerce; Sports, Squad siti eae Room Squad; G. O. Member Clerica GLORIA MARY SCAGLIARINI 99 Acushnet Avenue Sports, Outing Club (President), Basketball, Softball, Tennis; Lunch Room Squad; Assemblies; G. O. Member Clerical GLADYS AVIS SCHESLER 131 Berkshire Street, Indian Orchard G. O. Member General RALPH NUMER SCHOOLCRAFT 20 Arbor Street Caduceus, Boys’ Athletic Editor; Senior Auditor; Boys’ Patrol; Lunch Room Squad; Student Library Service; Assemblies; Committee, Senior Prom. Usher; G. O. Member Bookkeeping MARILYN SCOTT 129 Carver Street Caduceus. Picture Editor; Girls’ Patrol; Sports, Bowling Club; Committee, Home Economics; G. O. Member Stenographic IRENE EDITH SECOR 69 Tenth Street Glee Club; Sports, Bowling Club; G. O. Member Stenographic JOAN ANN SEYMOUR 20 Osgood Street Glee Club; G. O. Member Clerical DANIEL JOSEPH SHEA 125 Prentice Street Boys’ Patrol, Sergeant; Club, Hi-Y; Band, Student Leader; Orchestra; Senior Auditor; Agent, G. O.; Community Chest Speaker; Assemblies; Committee, War Bond; G. O. Member Bookkeeping KATHLEEN MARY SHEEHAN 257 Central Street | Caduceus, Editor-in-Chief; Student Counc'l, Vice-President; Junior Honor Group; Club, Le Foyer; Band; Orchestra, Concerts; Girls’ Patrol; Community Chest Speaker; Assemblies; Committees, Class Day, G. O. Fundango, Freshman Reception, Freshman-Junior Social, G. O. Dance. Assembly; G. O. Member Stenographic and College Preparatory GLORIA FRANCES SIRINE 32 Ruskin Street Junior Honor Group; Girls’ Patrol; Agents, Caduceus, Commerce; Sports, Basket- | ball, Softball; Lunch Room Squad; Assemblies; G. O. Member College Preparatory BARBARA M. SMITH 14 North Park Place, East Longmeadow Girls’ Patrol; G. O. Member Stenographic GLORIA JOAN SMITH 276 Belmont Avenue Commerce, News Department; G. A. A. Board; Club, IIcarsolles; Assemblies; Committees, Home Economics, Class Day, Freshman Reception, Prom. and Ban- quet; G. O. Member Stenographic LOUISE ANN SMITH 181 Wilbraham Avenue Clubs, Nisimaha, Kumtux; Lunch Room Squad; G. O. Member College Preparatory [ 45 ] MARGARET ANN SOUKIASIAN 60 Norfolk Street Glee Club; Agent, Commerce; Assemblies; Committee, Freshman Reception; G. O. Member Bookkeeping SHIRLEY AUDENE SPANGLER 151 Pineywoods Avenue Glee Club, Commerce Choristers; Sports, Basketball, Hockey, Tennis, G. A. A. Board, Outing Club; Agent, Caduceus; Assemblies; G. O. Member Stenographic EVELYN CONSTANCE STACK 52 Avon Place G. O. Member ‘ tenographic CHRISTINE MARION STALLWORTH 47 Orleans Street G. O. Member Stenographic CLARA ELIZABETH STEELEY 9 Grace Street G. O. Member = General SHIRLEY MARY STEWART 22 East Hooker Street Glee Club; Assemblies; G. O. Member General FRANCES JANE SULLIVAN 451 Hancock Street G. O. Member Salesmanship MARILYN ANN SULLIVAN 674 Newbury Street Girls’ Patrol; Sports, Bowling Club; Assemblies; G. O. Member College Preparatory THERESA SULLIVAN 141 Prentice Street Committee, Home Economics; G. O. Member Clerical ELIZABETH LOUISE TAFT 248 Commonwealth Avenue Committee, Home Economics; G. O. Member Clerical MARIAN LOUISE TALBOT 52 West Alvord Street Club, Le Foyer; Girls’ Patrol; Agent, G. O.; Lunch Room Squad; Committee, Prom. and Banquet; G. O. Member College Preparatory and Stenographic CHARLES BENSON TALLMAN 17 Jenness Street Sports, Basketball, Baseball (Manager), Football (Manager); Club, Hi-Y; Com- mittees, Prom. (Usher and Taxi), Class Day; G. O. Member Bookkeeping CLARA ELIZABETH TAYLOR 34 Revere Street Committees, Freshman Reception, Class Day; G. O. Member Clerical ROTHER VATIN Ee leet AS 5: 22 Biella ue Glee Club, Commerce Choristers, Assemblies; Agent, Commerce; Member Stenographic ADELAIDE F. TEFS 184 Bowles Paks Extension Home Room Secretary, Treasurer; Glee Club, Assemblies; Agent, G. O.; Com- mittees, Home Economics, Assembly; G. O. Member Stenographic FRANK LOUIS TERZANO 37 Wilcox Street Sports, Football, Baseball, Basketball; Club, Hi-Y; Boys’ Patrol; G. O. Member Bookkeeping ELIZABETH JUNE THIBODEAU 39 Maple Street, East Longmeadow Committee, Senior Class Pictures; G. O. Member Bookkeeping DOROTHY THOMAS 40 Osgood Street G. O. Member General [ 46 ] NANCY THOMAS 121 Malden Street Caduceus—1944, Assistant Underclass Editor; Assemblies; Committee, Home Economics; G. O. Member Stenographic BEVERLY EILEEN THOMPSON 29 Spring Street Sports, Squad Leader, Bowling Club, Outing Club, Junior Cheerleader; As- semblies; Committee, Freshman Reception; G. O. Member Clerical SUSIE VIRGINIA THORNE 50 Clinton Street Club, Le Foyer; Agent, Commerce; G. O. Member Clerical GWENDOLYN M. TOBYAS 29 Berkeley Street Club, Le Foyer; Committee, Freshman-Junior Social; G. O. Member College Preparatory GENEVIEVE TOKARSKI 24 Weston Street, Wilbraham Senior Auditor; Girls’ Patrol; Sports, Squad Leader, Bowling Club; Assem- blies; G. O. Member Bookkeeping BROOKS HAYWOOD TOWNSEND 17 Mortimer Street Sports, Basketball, Football; Boys’ Patrol; Committee, Prom. Usher; G. O. Member Bookkeeping | CARLINA CATHERINE TRONCONI 53 Wilcox Street ) Home Room President, Treasurer; Girls’ Patrol; G. O. Member Stenographic YRC: IAOKOVsE 73 Grenada Terrace Commerce, News Editor; Junior Honor Group; Student Council; Club, Le Foyer; Girls’ Patrol; Agent, G. O.; Assemblies; Committees, Freshman Reception, Prom. and Banquet, G. O. Dance, Junior Red Cross; G. O. Member Stenographic ALMA ELIZABETH UTTING 52 Pearl Street G. O. Member Clerical FRANCES UZAR 94 Cass Street Girls’ Patrol; G. O. Member Stenographic IMARY ANN AGATHA VALLETTI 70 Dawes Street Assemblies; G. O. Member Clerical | BARBARA JEAN VAN NESS TAN abanesteet ’ Commerce, Editorial Board; Home Room Vice-President; G. O. Member Stenographic | LEONA DOROTHEA VAUGHAN 37 Stebbins Street I Committee, Home Economics; G. O. Member Hl Stenographic |} VERA MAE VEZINA 20 Warren Place G. O. Member 2 General | CHARLOTTE PHYLLIS WAGMAN 54 Alsace Street Senior Auditor; G. O. Member Bookkeeping THELMA JEANETTE WAITE 99 Wilmont Street Girls’ Patrol; Club, Le Foyer; G. O. Member Stenographic ERMINA FRANCES WAJDO 92 Linden Street G. O. Member Bookkeeping (DORIS JEAN WATERHOUSE 267 Redlands Street Junior Honor Group; Home Room Vice-President; Girls’ Patrol; Committee, )Cap and Armband; G. O. Member College Preparatory [ 47 ] Banquet Brillianta | Talented Writers ABOVE—Patricia Lawlor, Historian; Mrs. Williams, adviser, . . . BELOW—Mary Murphy, Joan O’Brien, Class Will; Roberta Allen, Lorraine Kowal, Josephine Grilli, Prophecy; Israel Greenberg, Ballot. j SHIRLEY ELEANOR WEBB 67 Virginia Street Girls’ Patrol; Committee, Home Economics; G. O. Member | Stenographic | 1 CONSTANCE LOUISE WEBSTER ' 122 College Street Committee, Home Economics; G. O. Member Bookkeeping HELEN CHRISTINE WILDER 33 Clayton Street! G. O. Member Clerical CARLINN RUTH WILLIAMS 8 Marlborough Street | Sports, Riding Club; Glee Club; G. O. peas Clerica | ELEANOR LOUISE WILLIAMS 88 Prospect Street, East Longmeadow Girls’ Patrol; G. O. Member Stenographic JEAN BARBARA WILSON 76 Ardmore Street Sports, Softball, Squad Leader; Agent, Caduceus; Committee, Home Economics; G. O. Member ( Salesmanship FRANCES BLANCHE WROBLEWSKI 110 Genesee Street G. O. Member | Stenographic HELEN IRENE ZANETTI 53 Wilcox Street Commerce, Columnist; Sports, Bowling Club; Orchestra, Assemblies, Concerts; Band; Girls’ Patrol; G. O. Member F { Stenographic | | | | HELMUTH JOHN LEHBERGER 3478 Main Street Boys’ Patrol, Sergeant; Club, Hi-Y; G. O. Member General | GEORGE J. GINOPOULOS 422 Chestnut Street. Assemblies General BERNARD VINICK 42 West Alvord Street! Commerce, Editorial Board; Community Chest Work; Assemblies; Committees, Assembly, Class Dance Bookkeeping The papers read at your Banquet this year were pre- pared by members of the Classical Literature class, under the helpful, sympathetic advisership of Mrs. Theresa , Williams — and the occasional, less gentle proddings of | Miss Rankin! The History was written by Patricia Lawlor, contrib- uting editor to Caduceus. Mary Murphy and Joan O’Brien prepared the will. The prophecy was concocted by Lorraine Kowal, assisted by Josephine Grilli and | Roberta Allen — with the aid of George Ahern. Israel Greenberg corralled Harold Cutler and a group of count- ers and typists; then he issued the Ballot. Tae ————— eae ee ea ee a al wees 235m UC eC eee READING FROM TOP TO BOTTOM FIRST ROW—Ralph Schoolcraft, Alice English. F SECOND ROW—Jean Chadderton, Betty Ericson, Theresa Cummings, Norma Premo, Kathleen Sheehan, Harold Cutler, Shirley Spangler, . . . THIRD ROW—Harry Chiklakis, George Ahern, Josephine Gross, Curtis Dutton, Daniel Shea, Roberta Allen, Robert Rogow. . . . LOWER GROUPS— Elaine Panaretos, Marilyn Bates, Shirley Knox, Israel Greenberg, Patricia Lawlor, Richard Racine, Marie Guidette, George Ahern, Voula Leopoulos, Harry Chiklakis, Alice Kelliher, John Kelliher. Hand-Piched. Jowels ereseyy Oll ANd Piirtin..ccecctedarstasocces Ralph Schoolcraft, Jean Chadderton BEEN Ost: Likely toe SUCCCE setvietesssnecdeesessseoensoscevansvorssatoees Harry Chiklakis Mepmmery erst ll Kel yw COU CCE Car emits sci tasrsencsuasscsvvensenstebostoveese Marie Guidette MostPopular Boy and Girl........:......... Harry Chiklakis, Woula Leopoulos BEM CINCO RDOys Ath ebers meet tes ete o recteeorentctetentoee eden John Kelliher reer OT TAS ECCS se ee terres cco, 2x curs hewn Soueey Ceasaecar) snes Alice Kelliher 1 UNCEW NUD Of IR se seg ere Mahan on eee pen ores Richard Racine, Roberta Allen Detention @ueen wert hee ems Rectan crs astra roast encys Norma Premo Ree STINT COM eens iieees- tie eee reese tebe ioee ete easoah tees Betty Ericson MR ONT Co mar eet forte, ree tcnctns heuienercrt caters Alice English PETA Sse... cencs-cendsasivnpsncerocazeens Josephine Gross, Curtis Dutton Reet NAL Ca Se rent ren ose ades Speen saritis ccs odessa la eiatceaeesess Elaine Panaretos MY OUT 1 a LC ot cars oe evan tas deccaen ersentes trace eeatee ces sare Israel Greenberg RN eG Cet wee sree ec Mee aid Meee ents Sette deetiske ates cass Marilyn Bates eRe CE NMINS foe aiccctassar ts ais St aoee vansztbeseadiasts Robert Rogow, Alice Kelliher “Re Seam Te Gate entice eeprom Re Marie Guidette RUMEN CCITT a icp tae sky ee Tie wreteads chats La ieth oes Patricia Lawlor Le EUSA a apn oe na Daniel Shea, Roberta Allen Bove ho Has’ Done: Most For His Classic ...iscs0..0.00cdse00 Harry Chiklakis Girl Who Has Done Most For Her Class.............00008+ Theresa Cummings Most Bashful Girl........ Fes Ne Bake se eae aot nde oaacu ts Shirley Knox Mateeee ter and HerOine.vscecers-e save heseesee Daniel Shea, Kathleen Sheehan MeO YANG Coir) 5 ecrpetseesesiepiessdetovaresees George Ahern, Alice English Most Cheerful Boy and Girl... Harold Cutler, Shirley Spangler MMM tac ar ate OSes, Rati ci sacieadTunscess Robert Rogow, Shirley Spangler THE SILVER AGE The Junior year is among the most precious memories of every student. Midway between the inexperience of the Freshmen and the pleasures of the Seniors, the Juniors reflect the brightest hues of both. Each memory is like a pearl strung upon so fragile a silver chain that a lost thought might break the beauty of the whole. The Junior Quest in Commerce Home Rooms 112 and 220. Seed Pearls Unusual responsibilities, granted three enterprising Junior girls, revealed the most cher- ished meaning of the pearl—the beauty of power. This event occurred on September 13, when the Le Foyer members elected calm Georgette Erard, President; studious Beverly Graves, Vice-President; and Mary Guyer, Secretary. During the year, club activities pro- gressed smoothly under the able leadership of the Junior Council of Three. The same day, pleasing Lorraine Sardi was chosen to co-star with Beverly Graves as a Junior Lieutenant of the Girls’ Patrol. Two other Junior Lieutenants, fun-loving Edwin Thrasher and Herbert Murphy, maintained their hard-won seats, A few days later we found the Junior Lieutenants discussing the duties connected with their new offices. The sapphire month of September had indeed opened new paths of richness to these up-and-coming Juniors. BOUQUET FOR A JUNIOR Of course you recognize this dark-eyed Junior as Frieda Katsounakis, the girl who painted a floral still life at Commerce last spring. On September 18, Frieda’s “Bouquet of Flowers” was on exhibition at the Twenty-first Annual Women’s International Exposi- tion at Madison Square Garden. Although an active member of the Ilcarsolles Club, Frieda’s real interest and talent lies in her nimble fingers, which will help her to gain even more success after she has been graduated. ADMIRATION “Admiration of the nation, we’re the finest ever seen!” Apparently, Junior homeroom 220 agreed with this line of the Marine's Hymn, when Marine Pfc. Howard Knight, pos- sessor of the Purple Heart and numerous over-seas ribbons, spoke before the school during the Sixth War Loan Drive. Impressed with his earnestness, and spurred by the efforts of energetic Caroline Katz, the Juniors in 220 willingly sacrificed their afternoon cokes, Saturday-night movies, and favorite swing records in order to purchase a United States War Bond for the gallant Marine Hero. In a letter of appreciation to 220, Pfc. Knight declared, “It came as a complete surprise, and I wish to thank each and every one of you for the war bond and the very nice letter.” Discovered Treasure LEFT ABOVE—E. Thrasher, 118; L. Sardi, 318A; B. Graves, 219; H. Murphy, 322. 219; G. Evrard, 223; B. Graves, 219. . . � CIRCLE—F. Katsounakis, 220. . BELOW—M. Guyer, [ 50 ] GEMS OF OFFICE On November 2, while various politicians were speak- ing to cheering throngs, candidates for Junior offices ad- dressed their fellow citizens. After brisk talks delivered by those seeking office, the meeting was adjourned. During the following week, evidence of vigorously-conducted campaigns were in view; gaily-colored posters and peppy election slogans adorned the obsolete gas jets in Commerce’s halls, and excited Juniors buzzed in every corridor. Many agreed with Vivian Jeffery who wailed, “Goodness, I don’t know whom [ll vote for!” Others, like Joan Lougee, had definite opinions concerning their choice. All Juniors eagerly looked forward to November 9, when they could cast their vote. Unlike the elections of other years, their queries were satisfied during the lunch periods. Student Council members, who had charge of the election, rushed the results to 105, This announcement was then posted on the Caduceus Bulletin Board, where expectant groups had gathered. George Langevin had won the Presidency. The Vice-Presidential seat was given to vivacious Julia Simeoli, while demure Frances Gengle had succeeded in her campaign for Secretary. As another glowing pearl was added to the necklace of progress, this gem seemed more beautiful to the owners than any previous one. MUSICAL MEMORIES The annual Thanksgiving program held in the assembly hall on November 22 brought the first musical memory of the year. Although the glorious beauty of clear, silvery voices made the religious festival a notable one for every Commerce student, the Juniors were especially pleased: four members of the double girls’ trio were Juniors! These bright stars were cute Ruth Eklund, gracious Alzira Paulo, pretty Betty Belsky, and dark-eyed Artemis Tatamanis. Despite the fact that the sextet was comparatively new, the enthusiastic applause accorded this group proved its popularity. Valuable Juniors ABOVE—F. Gengle, G. Langevin, J. Simeoli. . . . RIGHT— H. Gurski. . . . LEFT—V. Jeffery, A. Charkoudian, V. Goess- ling. . . . BELOW—B. Belsky, A. Tatamanis, R. Eklund, A. Paulo. Juniors and Books, A Wealth of Knowledge Rooms 115 and 224. [51] (oT ae ABOVE—MISS COMMERCE 1945, Barbara McIntyre, 224; ALL COM- MERCE BOY, Edwin Thrasher, 118. hoa RIGHT—JUNIOR CONTEST- ANTS—listed on next page. Treasure Explorers Rooms 221 and 223. Jhe FAsonce of Beauty There's no such silver, no such pearl As a bright and beautiful Commerce girl. IN EXPLANATION 5 This year, the Junior Class entered into a contest which may become a tradi- tion in Commerce. From among its members were elected the most beautiful girl and the most outstanding boy. These two are to be leaders in all of the social activities of the class. But this is how it all started: A SURPRISE Still worrying over unfinished book reports, incompleted shorthand papers, or unbalanced bookkeeping ledgers, the Juniors regretfully gave up their pre-school study period on Decem- ber 5, in order to attend a class meeting. To make matters worse, they found that the Cap- tain of the Girls’ Patrol, Joyce Fortune, was seated on the platform with their President, George Langevin. Were they to have another lecture? Rules did grow so tiresome! Then George introduced Joyce, as Junior Class Editor of the yearbook, Caduceus. ““A brand new idea has just been hatched,” she began. “It all started when one of our teachers declared that so many pretty girls are in the Junior Class this year. At first, we Seniors were jealous. Then Caduceus sprouted a grand idea: why not have a Junior Beauty Contest? The girl chosen as the prettiest in your class will be entitled Miss Commerce 1945. “Ah, we didn’t forget the boys; but in our school all boys look handsome to the girls! So, you'll choose the All Commerce Boy from your class according to his service and popu- larity.” On the Scent Room 118 and 318A. Tho Hope Poarl Popularity is the silver thread running through the pearl chain of school days. The next week, the now exuberant Juniors again filed into the assembly hall. While Helen Gurski, talented pianist, played a spirited march, the Junior Beauties marched across the platform! gay, piquant Ruth Bush; tall, raven-haired Evelyn Catjakis; Virginia Childs, mischief in her twinkling eyes; attractive, titian-haired Patricia Griffin; glowing Cecilia Klisiewicz; Betty Johnson, fair and modest; beautifully-groomed Florence Lucier; Barbara Mc- Intyre, poised and charming; provocative Edna Provost; gracious Lorraine Sardi; laughing Lena Serra; and appealing Ruth Vignone. Because of an unfortunate error, two girls were un- able to appear at this special assembly: cute Doretta Daigle and charming Angeline Moropolous. The All-Commerce Boy contestants next created much excitement when they (four in number) were called to the stage: versatile Donald Frizzle; Class President, George Langevin; and the Junior Lieutenants, Herbert Murphy and Edwin Thrasher. “Who'd have thought our Class contained so many stars?” was the sentiment of the Juniors. ON DISPLAY Even more commotion was noticeable during the next few days. Trafic was blocked in the halls, as students piled five and six deep before the Caduceus and Student Council Bulletin Boards to examine the large, colored photographs of the Junior Beauty Contestants. (Even the almighty faculty was attracted by the beautiful girls!) A neatly printed plaque announced the names of the boys, who realized that for them, at least, “It doesn’t pay to advertise!” KING AND QUEEN FOR A DAY On December 20, every Junior home room voted for the girl and boy he favored. They held a final meeting the next day to learn the returns, which were given in a very unusual way Two Juniors, Barbara McIntyre and Edwin Thrasher, had been asked to announce the names of the victorious boy and girl. Each was handed a scroll bearing the names of the winners. Imagine their surprise when each read his own name! Also on the scroll was written the news that Barbara and Edwin would be given a free copy of the 1945 Caduceus. Hearty congratulations were extended to the Juniors by Mr. Smith. The final triumph came when two Newspaper men appeared to take their photographs. Can you blame the Junior Class for feeling important? [53] Honorable Mention Cecilia Klisiewicz, 220; Donald Friz- $225 Another Junior Treasure Trove Rooms 219 and ZPD Pearls of Great Price As the months slipped into a year, shining new personalities radiated among the Junior gems. These pearls of great price soon illuminated the entire school, sometimes even outshining the seniors! Two master jewelers, Mrs. Bartlett and Miss Clark, super- vised the cutting and polishing of the pearls, until they became of vital importance in the memory of every Junior. Blonde Ruth Eklund’s rich soprano voice and scintillating smile have contributed greatly to the success of the double trio, of which she has been an active member. Another out- standing Junior, Frances Gengle, Class Secretary, has shown exceptional dependability in handling the reports of class meetings. Although a Gengle, she never does jangle others’ nerves. Another eager adventurer in search of the many treasures at Commerce is auburn-haired Joan Lawlor, Stu- dent Counci! Secretary. George Langevin, President of his class, directed the program for Senior Class Day, and worked with the Freshman President to make the Junior-Freshman Social a success. His willingness to cooperate, as well as his pleasing manner, have achieved for him popularity among both his class mates and his teachers. I. Miner, 224; B. Young, 318A; E. Beatty, 115; D. Porteri, 315; L. Souliere, Eklund, 115. JUNIORS IN REVIEW Had only space and snapshots permitted, we could have named so many more Juniors who really have contributed to the pleasure of the class or the school.” To mention a [ few, you all remember Dorothy Walker and Loretta Souliere who won so many votes in the race for the Junior Presidency. Then there are Edith Scarfe and Gloria Fadden, whose [ beautiful red locks have been the envy of all whose hair resembles a mouse in hue. Of course, the whole school enjoyed Eugene Ayers, the pseudo jailbird, who turned out [ to be a grand lover. TALENT WITHOUT END [ Did you know, however, of those girls who made such cute dresses that were too wee to display on either Connie or Janice? Especially attractive was Gloria Chickerella’s black frock, with the sweetheart neckline; Dorothy Duval’s green [ princess style gown; and the gay red dirndl style of Jean Helberg. Then, too, you may never have realized from Mary { Quilli ici eae manner how active she can be when bowling. Indeed the Junior class is full of surprises! Loyal Supporters am 318A; A. Griswold, 219; V. Verteramo, 118; H. Phillips, 315; G. Langevin, 322; BELOW—A. Catelotti, E. Catjakis, B. Atwood, J. BELOW—Mrs. Pearl Bartlett, Class BELOW—F. Gengle, B. Graves, R. Riskalla. Simeoli, J. Lawlor. . . . ABSENT—E. Beatty. adviser. | Rare Pearls Of Sterling Worth Our Mother-of-Pearl | PEARLS OF WISDOM A TRIBUTE Sipe We 7 d ees . . Webster defines wisdom as discernment ee insight; but Gracious, co-operative Adviser, Mrs. R. Pearl Bartlett, Commerce personifies it by those pearls of wisdom who + ai a Nae truly has gained the admiration of every Junior for her continually achieve the maximum honors. In the Junior gentle therly attitude. Never has she seemed too bus Class, Beverly Graves, Frances Gengle, and Rose Riskalla gentle, motherly attitude. Never has she y have made the Maximum Honor Roll almost continually to listen to plans for the class—and never impatient when throughout the year. these same plans either fail to materialize, or when the burden JUNIOR EXECUTIVES of their success falls upon her. She is one of those rare eople who see ealize thi h has be dreams : ; people who seem to realize that yout as Deaut reams The Junior Student Council members have worked earn- cae “4 ! estly for the organization. Betty Atwood and Julia Simeoli but dislikes the drawback of responsibility. have supervised the election returns; while Ann Catelotti, AU REVOIR Evelyn Catjakis, and Eleanor Beatty have displayed rare ability as valuable committeewomen. Joan Lawlor, Council A successful year behind them, the Junior pearls look Secretary, has executed her duties to glossy perfection. forward to an even brighter and eventful year as Seniors! The Final Adventure Rooms 207 and 315. The Brass Age Glow Freshman Home Rooms 122 and 323, Emorald for Happiness BETTER THAN RICHES When a new class enters a school, teachers and upperclassmen always wonder what name each boy and girl will make for himself. At first, of course, while he is enjoying the green and happy stage of obscurity—the emerald era of freshman life!—he will be known UPPER—Jewell Gam. DY only the name given him at his birth. Yet, how strangely provoca- blew cs LOWER Dee Rae Hadsor ar tive are those names! The 1947 Class indeed proves the old maxim, V. Richmond. « iches.”’ es A good name is better than riches. THE FRESHMAN JEWELL Jewell Gamble, an animated girl with a captivating smile, is literally a precious Fresh- | man in the Commerce Treasure Chest! Jewell is not only a welcome gem to her class, but also to Kumtux, Riding, and Bowling clubs. After her successful first year, 6) the entire school is willing to take a gamble on Jewell Gamble! TRAVEL DE LUXE The whole world today is geography conscious! Our freshman class literally em- bodies this idea, for it has brought a little of the world to Commerce! The old southern city of Richmond, Virginia, is happily suggested by our very modern Virginia Richmond, 323. Gloria Hudson, 212, recalls another geographical land- mark, the Hudson River; while the grandeur of ancient Rome is personified by Dorothy Rome, 327B. So you see Commerce learns by the new visual aid method. [ 56 ] ! | | | ! | | | | | | What L Name? ua A FAIRY TALE—1945 VERSION This fairy tale has been written for the children, our Freshies. PE EET etecesenneese MGM sem HOPE NUON DLOOKS taessersecan soe, éeo5 ethos Muriel Brooks Rs wcrc, oat sensoeces Theresa King Ba Cen en tener rn csas nance: Arlene Crane BAPTA; casks-.e00eso0nsosee0 Ronald Knight Lae reperen tee cone ssteenete Alma Hawks MME ot sensi vsaticesetecsss Shirley Park Py OLU Ss aarsracee ce eesen Gertrude Swords 0 ig en ee June Wood PATEL) ee ee eettu tect eeanites Lorraine Arch Once upon a time, in the warring age of 1945, dynamic Lady Louise was imprisoned in a dreary dungeon (detention room). Her two admirers, There’sa King and Ron Ald Knight, as was the custom of the time, fought a duel for the hand of the Lady. The two combatants chose for their tourney ground a private Park in the dense Wood (the Commerce lawn), near a spot where a rivulet had been formed by the union of two Brooks (front center sidewalk). During the struggle, a storm broke forth. Two onlookers, A. Crane and A. Hawks, fled to refuge but still the duel persisted. Swords flashed in the lightning, as Ron Ald Knight forced There’sa King backward upon the Arch (Commerce steps) spanning the rivulet. Suddenly Ron Ald Knight drove his sword through the heart of There’sa King, who fell, with a mighty splash, into the racing water. Instantly, Lady Louise stepped from her castle (Commerce High), clasped hands with Ron Ald Knight, and together they hurried to Walgreen’s for a Double Hot Fudge Marshmallow Sundae with lots of nuts—mostly nuts! AIDING THE MAN SHORTAGE Due to the definite decline in the man-power, the critical situation at Commerce has been partially improved by certain freshmen girls. Room 120 boasts of Theresa and Evelyn Douglas, while in 212 the appellations of Shirley Jack and Thelma Jerome make the hearts of frustrated females flutter. And what finer masculine protection could anyone want than Marion Stanley? With these welcome additions, our male shortage isn’t really so bad after all! Sparkling Freshmen Rooms 327B and 317. [57] Names That Shine UPPER—Theresa King, Alma Hawks, Louise Fiorentino, and Ronald Knight. . LOWER LEFT—Standing, Theresa Douglas and Evelyn Douglas. Kneeling, Thelma Jerome and Shirley Jack. . LOWER RIGHT—Standing, Lorraine Arch, June Wood, and Muriel Brooks. Kneeling, Shirley Park. That Freshmen Radiance Home Rooms 206 and 222. Jha Sheen of Youth TERRY, THE PIN-UP GIRL (Left) During the past few years, the most publicized feminine names have been those of pin-up girls found in every camp where American G.I.’s hang their hats. The Commerce Freshman Class boasts of its celebrity, for Theresa Couture, Room 121, was chosen as a pin-up girl by several privates at Camp Wheeler, Terry confesses that her fame resulted from a Georgia. snap sent to a friend. Somehow this snap reached the hands of nine eager Camp Wheeler privates, who immediately ac- Naturally the freshmen is a fine claimed Terry as their Pin-Up Girl. feel that their gay and charming Terry Couture selection! Freshmen Honor Students Ruth Creanza, Louise Fiorentino, and Rosemary Drazek. BRILLIANT FRESHMEN The Class of °47 has once again proved the theory that honor students are often leaders. Louise Fiorentino has achieved the position of Class President; Rosemary Drazek has become an active member of the Student Council, G.A.A. Board, Orchestra, and Outing Club; and Ruth Creanza has been elected by the Girls’ Patrol. treasures soon discovered that the class stone, emerald, did These freshmen indeed suggest happiness! NIGHTINGALES (Below ) Some of the most famous names in the world are those of great singers. Here in Commerce, six freshmen nightin- . gales already have climbed the first step on the music ladder to success. Upon their arrival in September, their outstand- ing voice qualities were discovered by music director, Dr. Viggiano, who signed them up with the advanced Commerce Choristers. Mingling now with the beautiful tones of the sopranos are freshmen, Eleanor Brumfield, Elizabeth George, Anna Marrazzi, and Sylvia Lawson; while Carol Campbell has contributed her vocal support to the Second Sopranos; and Marilyn Oski has blended her musical notes with those of the other Altos in the choir, The beautiful music pre- sented at the Christmas Assembly was an example of the fine work done by this chorus; and our six freshmen members have done much to assure this success. Choristers STANDING—Eleanor Brumfield, Carol Campbell, Elizabeth George, and Anna . KNEELING—Marilyn Oski and Sylvia Lawson. Marrazzi. . . a | | 1 | | | | | | | | | | | | | 4 UNBALANCED DIET Recently many unusual menus have Priceless Ylames GUESS WHO? Guess the prototypes of these cel- been suggested, but never before have they resulted from a diet of names! Once again our Commerce Freshies have made history by introducing a ebrities: Moses—the religious patri- very novel, unbalanced menu. In aren’... Grant—Civil War hero?... Kelly—Hollywood comedienne? Manning—songstress Irene? . . . Cros- planning this unique meal, the Fresh- men patriotically considered present war-time shortages,,and omitted the by—-crooner Bing? meat course. If a more elaborate dessert is de- sired, you might add pie, compliments of Vernard Frisby. This menu does not necessarily con- stitute an endorsement of our product by the mentioned freshmen personnel or the High School of Commerce. For DESIRABLE REFUGEES More Provocative Names a feast that will linger in your mem- Commerce has been invaded by hard Frito Ln LOWER. Baler Doon Inu Mate, ca Ory, however, consult the: following: refugees! These newcomers to Dolores Roy. Springfield are all freshman girls. After viewing the merry FRESHMAN LUNCHEON group on our pent-house floor, Dolores,Roy, Barbara Dixon, Fruit Cup and Victoria Stevens decided to colonize in Room 304. The Mae Alma Sundquist location of Room 212 appealed more to Ruth Schesler and Soup Elaine Hebert; perhaps it was a little nearer the lunch room! Carol Campbell Three of the newcomers were forced to settle separately: Vegetable Peggy Brenton staked out quarters in 206; June Martin, in Sally Pease 222; and Elvira Amato climbed no farther than 122. These Peaches eight freshmen have since become naturalized citizens of Louise Delmonti Commerce, and are happily established in their adopted Doughnuts school. Elizabeth Hathaway The Glow of Youth Rooms 212° and 214B. [59] ABOVE—Rooms 107 and 120. . y Assets to Commerce . BELOW—Connie Commerce, our model; class officers, Shirley Roy, Secretary; and Louise Fiorentino, President. Przed Achievements! A FRESHMAN SETS THE FASHION Every Commerce girl who gazed at the first charming blue dress modeled by Connie in November wished it were her own. However, this privilege belongs only to Mae Alma Sundquist, a freshman in Room 317. Mae is the first freshman to be admitted into a Dressmaking Class at and such a lovely Commerce, and the first girl this year to complete a dress frock, too! POLITICAL DISTINCTION November 10, 1944 Dear Model Janice: Yesterday Commerce Freshies voted for the first time. They were allowed to use the regular booths where the adults hold their elections. Needless to say, that added to their thrill! I was surprised to see the determination of the Freshies to elect only those classmates who were ambitious, capable, and energetic. That suggested real thinking! From my post outside the assembly door, I listened attentively to speeches; and later I watched students gather around to read the posters that decorated the corridor walls. They analyzed every candidate for his merits and faults. Our Freshmen seemed to think more scientifically than did many adults in last week’s national election. Naturally my candidates won: Louise Fiorentino as President, and Shirley Roy as Secretary. I was quite delighted, for I know that Louise will make a grand President. Behind her quiet and unassuming manner lies a great wealth of ambition and determina- tion. Shirley’s vim, vigor, and vitality results, I suppose, from her tap dancing. Honestly, Janice, you should have seen her dance at the G. O. Rally! With all that energy, is it any wonder that the Freshies elected her? So, Janice, the elections are over for 1944. Next year, I hope they give you a dress to wear so you can be out at your vantage point watching our Citizens-in’the-Making. Love yours, Connie Commerce. Q [ 60 } Delightful Discoveries DIRECTING DUO The Freshman Class is fortunate in having two such co- operative class advisers as gracious Miss Judd and alert Miss Parker. These two teachers are genuinely eager to cope with the many problems that confront the class. They have organ- ized the group and have helped it to conduct its first social. The Freshmen agree that they have two very helpful directors. ATHLETIC ACME Early in December elections for the freshmen representa- tives to the G. A. A. Board brought to the foreground the names of four outstanding pupils in the Class of °47: Rose- mary Drazek, Doris Pera, Shirley Roy, and Shirley Russell. These girls had indeed reached the acme of success for those so athletically inclined. Farewell to Freshmen Happiness ABOVE—Rooms 304 and 121. Elsie Siefert, Theresa King, and Helen Larson. THE COMMERCE RING Thus ends the high school ring: smiling seniors, turning their tur- quoise of success toward future conquests; junior pearls of beauty and power, glowing with the promise of near-senior glory; and youthful freshmen, less emerald now, still happy over their famous names, . UPPER LEFT—Advisers Judd and Parker. . . UPPER RIGHT—G. A. A. Representatives Doris Pera, Shirley Roy, and Rosemary Drazck. . LOWER—Student Council Representatives, Jean Ivory, Rosemary Drazek, Doris Pera, [ 61 ] REVEALING RETURNS November is election month not only for the general public of the United States but also for the student body at Com- merce. The enthusiastic campaigning of seventeen freshmen running for positions in the Student Council was very evident several days before November 29, the day of the election. Nomination papers were circulated by anxious candidates, and signed by their conscientious supporters. Urgent campaign speeches were given in the auditorium. FRESHMEN POLITICIANS The eventful day found all the freshmen, and especially the seventeen hopeful would-be Council members, impa- tiently awaiting the final tabulation of votes. At last the returns were announced. Rosemary Drazek, Room 122; Jean Ivory, 212; Theresa King, 214B; Helen Larson, 323; Doris Pera, 304; and Elsie Siefert, 327B, were six very happy and relieved girls. To these, a new world of politics has been opened. Nows Soptembers Sapphire Days The passing months have brought so many events that all must be sifted carefully in order to preserve the precious nuggets from our school life this year. CHERUB’S TWIN September 6 On the first day of school, he sailed into homeroom 105 with his oversized ears flap- ping in the breeze, his knobby legs carrying him at an unbelievable pace. Under an impudent black button nose, a reasonable facsimile of an Ipana grin flashed on and off like a neon sign, while his twinkling eyes danced ecstatically. He was very coy until assured of his welcome, but became aloof when the girls attempted to embrace him! His identity? Jennie Santaniello’s little black dog. Miss Rankin permitted him to remain for that opening day; thus Room 105 ‘legally adopted him as their good luck mascot. They solemnly chris- tened him Cherub, because of his lack of resemblance to the Caduceus mascot. NEW PLACEMENT DIRECTOR September 13 The pathway of Mr. G. Donald Mel- ville’s extra-curricular routine today ex- tended from 126 to 127. As adviser of the Boys’ and Girls’ Patrol, Doc constantly has watched over his M. P.’s in 126. In the future, however, he must share his time with 127, where he will ‘spend his spare hours as Placement Director.. Al- ready Doc has dashed into his new job with the gusto of one of Washington’s dollar-a-year men! September Dust Mascot for 105, via Jennie Santaniello; Editor Knox shoots her first: News Nugget; Commerce landscape wunhurricaned; The 3 M’s, Driscoll, Cote, and Guidette; Doctor Gadaire, Gas Attack Victim; Senior Cap Parade; ‘‘Dutchy’’ Goodrich thumbs an alarm; Common Sense Melville now Placement Director; H. E. R. belittling photo, Clancey. [ 64 ] HURRICANE MISSES COMMERCE September 15 A storm of excitement evolved at Com- merce yesterday! A HURRICANE was headed toward Springfield. With memo- ries of that tempest day in 1938, students anticipated the event with foreboding but diverting expectation. Many a pupil rushed home from school; then eagerly awaited the excitement of the big moment. Before midnight, after they had fallen asleep, the storm became active. The fol- lowing morning most pupils were pro- voked by the calm, serene composure of the city. What a disappointment — the gale had practically ignored Springfield. The wind hadn’t even uprooted a bush at Commerce. The snap on this page, taken that day, bears evidence that not even a little leaf was out of place! The wind might at least have changed the contours of our scenery! Youth so loves a change. SABOTEURS FOUND September 20 A Commerce gas attack on September 20 found the Civilian Defense Committee totally unprepared. Windows were thrown open in the desperate hope of eliminating the throat-disturbing gas. Doctor Gadaire and his chemistry class were immediately blamed for the catastrophe; whereupon the usually good humored Doc irately pro- tested his innocence. Eventually the sabo- teurs were discovered: the lunchroom refrigerators were emitting the powerful fumes which had terrified the entire school. AN UNSUNG HERO September 22 Remember that famous red-cheeked Dutch boy who all one night held his finger in the hole of a dike? With equal bravery after the first fire drill of the year on September 22, Edwin Goodrich held the pin in the fire alarm box, because due t o faulty mechanism, the bell continued to ring. He held his finger there until the flood of his fellow students had subsided into a ripple of study. Only the arrival of Mr. Smith with a new bit of glass saved poor Edwin from a night of agony like that of the original Dutchy of long ago. G. O. PLAY WHIRLWIND SUCCESS September 26 With the impelling energy of the hurricane, our G. O. play, staged by the Student Council on September 26, was strangely reminiscent of that tem- pestuous night of September 14. Pro- voked by the amusing characterizations of Commerce Kitty and Caduceus Cherub — Ralph Schoolcraft and Ted Bamforth to you — the gales of up- roarious laughter soon became boister- ous and violent. The path of the storm next centered around George Ahern, who was practically torn apart by the terrific force of those wild elements, the patrol police. When. the storm had reached its height, Alice Kelliher was capsized by the apparently amiable Joan Lawlor, and Kathleen Sheehan’s pas- sionate tragedy was enacted. After the tempest finally had sub- sided, a survey revealed that no damage had occurred in this area, except that the storm of applause had blazed a trail for future G. O, assemblies. Nugget Gleanings September showers; G. O. Antics: S. O. S., alias Franc’s Burns; Cherub floors Kitty, Ted Bamforth and Ralph School- craft. September Stoums INV ASION! September 27 During the months of September and October, the heroes of floor one, East wing, held a strong line of mental re- sistance against the indescribable clamor created by a crew of men laboring in the basement. The workmen continued the bom- bardment so long that it was believed they had established a permanent beach- head. However, late in October, a startling silence proved that all the bar- rage had ceased. The engineers finally had replaced the old shower rooms with modern, more public showers PARADE OF THE SENIOR HATS September 28 No Senior today needed the book-on- head test for his posture! Could any boys and girls have walked straighter, held the head higher than those Seniors in their famous little white hats? NOTE ON THE EDITOR September 29 Today, modest Shirley Knox was ap- pointed to the post of Caduceus Fea- ture Editor. Shirley is a friendly, joking, fun-loving girl, whose giant admiration for Bing Crosby surpasses in height her own diminutive stature. Her rise to distinction as News Nugget Editor re- sults from her ability at self-expression, her subtle sense of humor, and her quiet, yet precise, power of observation. THE THREE M’s September 30 Everyone is familiar with the three B’s, Bach, Beethoven, and Brahms; but an observing person discovered today that Commerce has three M’s, Mary, Marie, and Mary — surnamed Driscoll, Guidette,and Cote, These seniors might well be called the Three Musketeers, because of their great friendship. ABOVE—Windblown trio, Barbara Doersam, Field Day Participants Harold Cutler, Claire Haggins; sliding pals, Roma Cummings, Mabel Dahlke, Florence Dahlke; sack racers, Robert Campion and Danny Wright. . . . LEFT—Chorus girls, Yolanda Albano, Josephine Grilli, Miss Davis, Mary Diaduk, Marilyn Anderson; playful group surrounding Betty Anne Morrissey; Siamese twins, Sophie Tucci and Madeline . CENTER—Capped seniors, Claire Haggins, John Kelliher, Bob Larson, Norma Hambro, Ga Day at the faces OUR DAY Pleasure-seeking Commerce boys and girls clambered into special busses on October 2, en route to Blunt Park for the first Field Day in the history of Springfield. Upon reaching the playground, they discovered a howling wind playfully was tossing white senior hats, mussing girls’ carefully combed curls, and lifting unsuspecting skirts. Eagerly they peered through dust and sand-filled air for their friends who had scurried into other busses. Chums, like those in Joseph- ine Grilli’s gang, had gathered in groups; others were chat- ting, playing, or running to wile away the time before the races should begin. When the competitors had lined up at the starting line, the crowd hurried to the bleachers, to enjoy their day at the races. TOCKEY-S GLORY The stands were quiet with expectation that autumn after- noon, as the jockeys sat astride their eager mounts for the piggy-back race. At the explosion of the starting gun, all became race enthusiasts, cheering wildly and with fervor. Neck and neck the leaders dashed into the stretch, each boy urging his own sturdy steed to more speed. The roaring of the crowd was thunderous as Jockey Charles Bousquet and Commerce Whirlaway Israel Greenberg crossed the finish line, victorious. CO-ORDINATION TEST Next, the entries for the three-legged race lined up. Here was a chance for these pseudo- Siamese twins to show true co-ordination. With opposite legs bound together, they must work doubly hard to gain their goal. While unfortunates got off on the wrong foot and lagged behi nd, Sophie Tucci, 317; Madeline Quillici, 304; Lillian Kuselias, 214B; and Judith Kirk, 214B, proved their winning spirit. FACULTY CLOWNS The ever-clowning Mr. Jones dressed his usual antics in new apparel, as he donned a glamor- ous brown potato bag for the men’s sack races. Due to his confused preparation for this event, our genial jester began the race with his head enveloped in the sack. After one fatal attempt, however, he pulled the stylish “drape-shape” over his impatient feet, and in grand fashion jumped ahead to break the tape as winner. JUNIOR PARALLEL Just as valiant were the efforts of our boys in a junior version of the men’s sack race. Wholeheartedly they plunged forward in their “glamour sacks” to outdo one another in crazy capers. Survivors of these ordeals and pitfalls of racing became the junior winners. TENNIS DUEL At the same time a less noisy, but just as exciting, match was being fought between Bert Allen and Doc Gadaire, on the tennis courts. Who was to be Commerce Tennis Champion, teacher or student? Tirelessly they served and returned the ball, backhanding tricky shots or volleying back and forth endlessly. Who won? It was a 5-5 tie! Agreed: they’re both champs! BLUEBERRY TRIUMPH An explosion of hearty guffawing greeted Mr. Williams during the pie-eating conflict, as he slyly shoved Norma Hambro’s and other contestants’ faces into the juicy pies. He then displayed their smeared countenances to the howling crowd. Flashing their blueberry-stained, triumphant grins, the two winners, Bob Buchanan and Elsie Pomery, modestly blushed a bright blue at the crowd’s applause. After watching those lucky contestants eat pie, we eagerly lined up for “eats.” Lounging in chattering groups, we hungrily devoured tasty “hot dogs” and sipped cool “cokes.” COMMERCE WORLD SERIES The World Series games could not have been more thrilling to Commerce students than was the Girl versus Boy game that afternoon on Blunt Park diamond. From bleachers filled with excited spectators rose mighty cheers when Alice McCarthy scored the only run for the girls. The boys had plenty of opportunity to cheer, also, because Calder and Shea made several home runs. Although the game ended victoriously for the boys, 12-1, every- body had a fine time —a fitting end for a wonderful day. More Field Day Enthusiasts FOLLOW THE D: TOP—Glamour-sacked faculty, Mr. Williams, Mr. Walker, Mr. Oswald, Mr. Wulff; the Voice; tennis champs, Bert Allen, Doc. Gadaire. . . . RIGHT— Three-legged enthusiasts; jockey Chiklakis, astride Francis Bacon; prop. man, Paul Cooper; our chesty key-man, Mr. Williams; Starter Oswald; famished race fans; a grin from Miss Blakeman; bottle opener, Rick Racine; observing duo, Miss Phelps and Miss Flynn; pleased onlooker, Nancy Leitch. . . . LOWER GROUPS—Pleasure-seekers; windmill racers. . . , LEFT—From bottom, Drape-shaped Doc. Gadaire, with Mr. Oswald; cavorting seniors, Yolando Albano, Josephine Grilli, Marilyn Anderson, Mary Diaduk; berry-stained victor, Ruth Robertson. Autumnal Windfalls TOP TO RIGHT—Tardiness, Inc., Mary Farley, Hal Jones, Michalina Giannetti; The Madsenian Cast; Silver-tongued Orators: Dan Shea, Josephine Grilli, Patricia Lawlor, Connie Johnson; Young People’s Symphony Representa- tives: Miss Hunt, Dan Shea, and Elaine Panaretos; Our new Commerce Wulff; Those Freshie Daze! Frances Chicklowski, Elaine Chaput, Catherine Buttieri, Evelyn Talbot, Dorothy Olsen, Paul Klipack, Shirley Joslyn, Carol Hadd, Harry Chiklakis, Effe Miller, and Irene Potvin. October, Opal WHO’S AFRAID OF THE BIG BAD WULFF? October 4 Soon after the President announced the new envoys to exiled governments, Principal Smith named Mr. Otto Wulff as Commerce Boys’ Physical Director. Due to our lack of man-power, Mr. Wulff’s diplomacy may be as essential when contacting other schools as will that of the new envoys’ strategy when making treaties with foreign governments! October 5 TARDY NEWS! The annual housecleaning has resulted in tardiness in Commerce being swept down to the lowest level in history. Previously, exhausted offenders trudged up to 301, but today Mr. Jones’ web was moved to lower quarters, 125. The next morning at nine Mr. Jones glanced at the clock, at his assistants, and then at the doorway: there was no one tardy! October 11 CILIZENSHIPSPLAY Mrs. Madsen’s civics class today dramatized a skit urging everyone to vote on November 7. Many laugh muscles were exercised over such amusing portrayals as genial Rita Fusaro, carefree mother; sophisticated Harriet Mandel, distinguished Congresswoman; and tall, austere Dorothea Madison, superior teacher. All the cast did well and received hearty applause. LAWLOR DEFIES FRIDAY THE 13TH October 13 Five Seniors discussed in today’s assembly the benefits of the War Chest. Although Friday was the thirteenth, the day was lucky for winners Lawlor, Johnson, and Goodrich. October 20 FRESHIE DAY Amid persistent buzzing, yelling, shoving, and squashing, Freshie Day was noisily inaugurated for 1944. Rumpled shirts, slacks, curlers, and the lipsticked word, “Freshie,” identified the poor unfortunates who were initiated by enthusiastic upperclassmen. By 3:15 the worn and bruised Freshies were eagerly anticipating their revenge on Freshie Day, 1945. October 25 SYMPHONY SPONSORS Commerce aided in establishing the Young People’s Symphony of Springfield. Miss Madeline Hunt was chosen adviser of the Com- merce financial committee; Danny Shea, treasurer; and Elaine Pana- retos, secretary of the Board of Directors. November, Jopaz November 7 JUNIORS SPEAK Today the Juniors were especially excited over the presidential election. “The air fairly seethes with pent-up emotions!” exclaimed Alison Anderson to Mary Bielanski, who observed, “Everyone looks as if an explosion were imminent.” Betty Belsky, who was “practically murdered for yelling “Dewey!” may have been the “lonely orphan” graphically described by Helen Gurski. “When this bickering ends, the nation again can continue the IMPORTANT affairs,” commented peaceful Anna Cohen. November 8 ITS COULDSHAPPEN, TO;YOU Joyce Fortune, Girls’ Patrol Captain, has penalized many noisy offenders; today she created much confusion when she broke a milk bottle. Joyce’s penalties were the chore of sweeping up the bottle, and the embarrassment of hearing the jeers and laughter of her friends. November 9 SENIOR LEADERS The election returns today proved that Harry Chiklakis was Senior President; Alice Kelliher, Vice-President; and Marie Guidette, Secretary. November 10 PIONEER SONOSKI! Today the senior class lost Shirley Sonoski, who started the tempest-tossed cruise with us in 1942. Had Shirley been moving to some far distant point, the class would have congratulated her. But to Chicopee Falls! Our sympathy, Shirley! At Com- merce, Shirley was active as a hockey player, as a G. O. agent, and as a member of the Arm-Band and Cap Committee. November 11 PARENTS’ DAY Today “OUR” mothers and dads invaded Commerce to hear the American Education Week oratorical contest in assembly. Pat Buckley and Francis Burns won, although Marilyn Bates, Josephine Gross, and Paul Cooper gave them keen competition. Parents next toured the building, peered into classrooms, and then proceeded to the lunchroom for a typical school lunch. THE BAND PLAYED ON November 21 A panorama of color, sound, and motion unrolled on Thanksgiving Eve, as holiday- happy students filled the Municipal Auditorium for the G. O. dance, which was under the management of Miss Bernice White and her committee. Guests were greeted by a student-ofhicer receiving line: Theresa Cummings, Harry Chiklakis, George Langevin, and Louise Fiorentino. : BEV’S DEFEAT; RANKIN’S VICTORY November 21 Hoping to gain a triumph, Beverly Bourbeau made a home room run at 8:59 today. Just as the bell rang, she slid into 105, her heart set on a stolen base. But Miss Rankin made an inning by remarking, “Sacrifice, Beverly! Return at 3:15.” November’s Friends TOP TO BOTTOM—Dance chairman, Miss White; home-run Bourbeau; first round: Dewey vs. Roosevelt, Anna Cohen, Alison Anderson, Helen Gurski, Betty Belsky, and Mary Bielanski; the winners, Francis Burns and Pat Buckley; class officers, Harry Chiklakis, Alice Kelliher, and Marie Guidette. A Mishap and a Miss LEFT—Scene of Fortune’s mishap. ... BELOW—Shirley Sonoski sets sail. GIRLS SWOON: WHERE WAS SINATRA December 8 Temporarily vacant minds sought to regain their former equilibrium today after the striking performance of Tech. High’s swing band in our assembly hall. The entertainment carried almost everyone right out of the world of study; enraptured students forgot their meager knowledge of English, math., and history. The swoon effect was devastating: after assembly, students vainly attempted to regain their com- posure, smiled weakly, and_ stared vacantly when queried by the teacher. One havoc-ridden pupil, Jean Kirkley, experienced the hectic aftermath of typ- ing twenty-nine errors! | NORTHAMPTON RENDEZVOUS December 8 When Mary Jean Cote, treasurer pro tem, purchased twenty car tickets, she initiated the gay, but damp, excursion of the Caduceus and Commerce staffs to the conference of the League of School Publications which was held to- day at Northampton High School. At Northampton, the delegates wit- nessed some curious sights: Caduceus amazons, Constance Johnson and Mari- lyn Scott, loftily grasping their wind- tossed umbrellas; Mary Jean Cote and Ralph Schoolcraft, | umbrella-mates, dodging puddles; and Beverly Bour- beau, laboriously attempting to mend a run while bouncing on a jolting bus. After exploring the school, a com- bined group met in the assembly hall, where they heard interesting speeches. Connie Johnson and Marilyn Pooley were so engrossed in swooning over the League’s young president they scarcely heard the orations. Betty Tuohy, Miss Dacombor Jurquoue for Prosporty Roberts’ right-hand man, listened atten- tively. Following dinner, the repre- sentatives of the newspapers and year- books held separate meetings, then enjoyed an informal dance and a glori- ous ride home! Wet feet, heavy eyelids, and sore throats were the physical effects of the pilgrimage. Ah! But the spiritual effects... EARLY BIRD! December 14 With sympathetic understanding, Mr. Campbell’s tragic mishap is here- with related! On Thursday morning, Mr. Camp- bell arose and breakfasted at his cus- tomary hour; everything appeared as usual, except the morning paper, which had not been delivered. Still mulling over the perplexing oddity, Mr. Camp- bell, as he boarded his bus, noticed another phenomenon: the regular driver was absent! Happening to glance in a store window after leaving the bus, Mr. Campbell stared at a clock. The hands pointed to 6:30 instead of 7:30! His watch must have gained an hour during the night. As he started down the silent Com- merce corridors, did he hum to himself, “The Campbell is coming, hurrah, hurrah”? WINTER FROLIC December 20 A cold snap today; dry, crunching snow; Beverly Bourbeau and Mary Pas- teris, bundled in slacks, scarves, ker- chiefs, and furry mittens; Mary Dris- coll and her stubborn rubbers; and Helen Coto, sans shoes. Despite winter inconveniences, Young America always welcomes the season’s first snow storm! Christmas Presents _ TOP TO BOTTOM—Caduceus Sir Walter Raleigh and Elizabeth, Ralph Schoolcraft, Mary-Jean Cote; The Campbell came; Soggy Socks, Helen Cote; Commerce Convention with Betty Tuohy; Swooner Jean Kirkley; Snow Babies, Beverly Bourbeau and Mary Pasteris. [70 ] SS ee ——— ee —— i | January, Garnet. for Constancy. j COMMERCE WELCOMES CELEBRITY January 9 A famous movie star has visited Commerce! But he had little to say —his tonsils had recently been re- moved. Skippy Homeier, fourteen- year-old stage and screen personality, was presented the Scholastic Blue Ribbon by Mr. Clarence Chatto in our assembly today. He accepted the award on behalf of the cast of To- morrow the World, in which he por- trayed a Nazi brat. Skippy made a big hit with the students. PLAY HERALDS CADUCEUS DRIVE January 9 Today, our yearbook under-class sale was launched by Caduceus In- formation Please, written by Mrs. Davis. Starred were Harry Chiklakis, Helen Phillips, and Anita Meslowski. (Extracts) Timid Freshman: My! Are you a Senior? I suppose you know every’ thing. Learned Senior: Well — most everything. I don’t know yet why with all the wartime shortages there isn’t any red ink shortage. What is it you want to know? Freshman: What is Caduceus? After the Senior had explained Caduceus and its benefits, the three characters executed a dance routine to show their pleasure. The Senior then explained that Caduceus takes in everybody in Commerce—even a minority group like the boys! Laughs—and much more play— followed. AS FREE AS A BIRD! January 12 Life in the air must be wonderful! At least that was the general feeling at Commerce today after hearing a speech, A Future in Aviation, by Miss Lillian Fletcher, of the North- east Airlines. Miss Fletcher took us on an imaginary and amusing trip across the country. Since that talk, every Commerce girl has felt a great urge to become a stewardess! “JANICE” VS “BERNETTE” January 17 A great controversy recently raged around the choosing of a suitable appellation for the new mannequin. The contestants, Mrs. Moriarty and Miss Rankin, agreed to join the names of the sewing teachers, Miss JANET Scott and Miss BERNICE White; but Mrs. Moriarty’s brain- child was “Janice”, and Miss Rankin produced “Bernette.” The decision was finally left to the students. The result showed that Mrs. Moriarty’s Irish determination had triumphed. The next morning, “Janice” took her place beside ““Connie Commerce” in the front corridor. TED BAMFORTH WINS CONTEST January 30 Rose Riskalla and Ted Bamforth, competing in the American Legion Contest today, unveiled interesting aspects on the too seldom-considered Constitution. Ted was adjudged the winner. RIGHT—Literary genius, [71] Treasured Tidbits Mrs, Davis; Mrs. Moriarty’s appellative success; dancing dollies, Ann Riskalla and Ted Bamforth; Flying Fletcher. Phillips and Anita Meslowski; legionary contestants, Rose as Skippy Homeier, Mr. Chatto. LEFT—Tonsillar celebrities’ award, Mr. Smith, AMETHYST, SINCERITY Truth Or You'll Be Sorry February 2 “Please refrain from rolling in the aisles,” Mr. Smith requested during today’s G. A. A. assembly, a reasonable facsimile of the radio a lruths orn Youllebe Amusin’ Betty Atwood, program, Sorry!” mistress of ceremonies, quizzed con- testants chosen from the audience by a roving announcer. Shirley Jackson won a consequence; an icy battle was fought between her and George Ahern. Bert Murphy, also failing, enjoyed a public shower bath. -Dr. proved to be strictly in the groove. Viggiano’s drumming Se What a wonderful assembly, but it ended too soon. : é 5 ocean seats ROAM SSEEES: Assorted Scenes Bill and Izzy; lower—Nancy LEFT—Top, Mr. Walker, besieged by showers Bert during G. A. A. program. . . . ABOVE—Commerce Congress- women, Connie, Florence, Shirley, and Filomena. . . . RIGHT — Muscle-man Harry, and teen-age Gloria, in Junior Miss; Mouse-slayer Cutler. STUDENTS ENVY TEACHERS February 5 The recently opened teachers’ lunchroom glows with cozy informality; net curtains, luscious - pink tables, striped chair backs, and colorful pictures. Students are envious of the charming room, so tastefully arranged under the combined efforts of Miss White and Miss Marsden. Even dry sandwiches might taste delicious in these surroundings! TOWN MEETING DEBATE February 9 Fiery arguments on compulsory military training were given in assembly today by the heated proponent, William Randall, and his equally as spirited opponent, Later that day Izzy and Bill joined in tactical advance upon poor Mr. Walker, innocently Israel Greenberg. returning from a forage upon a neighborhood store. (We never learned who won!) TEMPORARY CONGRESSWOMEN February 10 Ever hear of the famous Commerce quintet of Congressional members who today met delegates from the high schools at A. I. C.? Senators Constance John- son and Filomena LaMari, and Representatives Florence Jahn, Marilyn Sullivan, and Shirley Knox each presented a bill; each gave a six-minute speech in its support; and each lost! eae! niscommaMcnnennnaectome TRAGEDY February 14 On this day of romance a shrill scream burst from Harriet Mandel 28—“A mouse!” Nine screeching girls, led by Dot Madi- in room son, were rescued by Harold Cut- ler, who skillfully slew the mouse with his cherished accounting book. Did the next day’s menu include mousse? JUNIOR MISS BIG SUCCESS February 16 The burdens of a teen-ager were exploited in the comedy, Junior Miss. Gloria Judy; Fuffy, was aptly portrayed by Shirley Spangler. Other out- standing actors included Edwin Goodrich, Shirley Cohen, Harry Chiklakis, Beverly Thompson, Alice English, Eugene Ayres, and Ray Fitzgerald. Sirine excelled as Teachers’ New Lunchroom Recognize the feasters? —s RED LETTER DAY March 21 Today much excitement was stirring among the ranks of those participating in the all-out battle for knowledge. After six months’ basic training, reports from superior officers again were due. Although some showed promising officer material, it was very obvious that others needed more extensive drilling and would get it! Wlarch (Written by Betty Young, a Junior) BLOODSTONE FOR COURAGE Workers That Play MMM—FUN! LEFT—Snowed under, Esther O'Connell, Lorraine Curto, Marilyn Scott, Kathleen Sheehan oyce March 1 Cie es faa Panaretos. . . . UPPER RIGHT—Betty Young reports. . . . CENTER RIGHT 2 : : 2 : ice of the . P.’s. . . . LOWER RIGHT—Three familiar figures : acDoné f y As a farewell impish grin, February literally and Mr. Gorman. el ae ae og pe ks played a March on us by ushering in the new month under a snow mantle. Most students were home during this vacation. Caduceus board mem- bers, however, who had returned daily to com- plete their yearbook layouts, ran outdoors for a few minutes’ relaxation. Like puppies, they frisked in the snow, taking especial pleasure in sharing its softness with every individual member. Mmm—tfun! A GRAVES CONCLUSION March 5 At 8:45 A.M. on Monday morning following a week’s vacation, Beverly Graves, Junior Lieu- tenant, gently submissive after a week of quiet home life, slipped into Room 126 in an attempt to squeeze her way through the surging throng massed in that closet-room. Before the wide open windows stood Helmuth Lehberger, breathing deeply of his beloved fresh air. In one corner, Joyce Fortune and Lorraine Kowal held court, several Commerce Casanovas at their feet. George Ahern and Curt Dutton, supported by about twenty loyal Patrol members, were exchanging furious verbal blows in a rousing argument. As she automatically recoiled from several waving arms, a happy smile settled upon Beverly’s face. “Home was never like this,” she sighed, contentedly. (Written by Beverly Graves, a Junior) CITATION OF HONOR March 9 In an address in our assembly, Professor Rudman referred to the tribute by General Arnold on a Citation of Honor post- humously awarded one of our boys. We have been asked to requote it from our 1944 Caduceus: “Their sacrifice will help to keep aglow the flaming torch that lights our lives that millions yet unborn may know the priceless joy of liberty.” REVIEW AND PREVIEW March 15 The three efficient managers of our building have retired this year. Upon retirement, Chief Engineer, Mr. Deardon had been employed at Commerce fourteen years, Custodian, Mr. Mac Donald, three years, Junior Custodian, Mr. Gorman, ten years The school and the building will miss these three men [ 73 ] Clubs Topaz — Friendship Jopaz she Frucndshup All the clubs possess in common Commerce that element which leads to the formation of friendships between the The flame-colored topaz symbolizes these friend- ships. This ability not only to make, but also to retain friends forms the largest share of happiness which results from club membership. members. Chorubs Pals Chat The Senior Editors of Caduceus herewith bequeath their positions to any worthy Juniors: Once installed, new Activity Editors will have the pleas- ure of being among the first to read the senior ballot and the secrets transcribed on those famous activity sheets. Theirs, also, will be the work of deciphering the scratches called handwriting! But real enjoyment will also be gained from daily fellowship with the Caduceus board. (Florence Jahn and Lorraine Curto). . . . The last time she pinned her grinning Caduceus Cherub to her dress, Faculty Editor paused to reflect upon her contributions to the 1945 Caduceus. Her work at times had seemed difficult, even though the entire board aided her in writing the little faculty vignettes. However, she always possessed a wonderful feel- ing of accomplishment, especially after seeing her final, com- pleted papers ready for printing. (Mary-Jeanne Cote).+ 3. STANDING—Florence Jahn, Mary-Jeanne Lorraine Curto. . . ie Remington Caduceus Staff Cote, Marilyn Pooley, . SITTING—Esther O'Connell, Dorothy Boyer. . . Theresa DeNucci, . ABSENT FROM PICTURE—Patricia Lawlor. LEFT—Marilyn Scott, Mr. [ 76 ] Clancey, Photography Adviser. One question often was asked File Editor: “What possible satisfaction can be derived from your work?” Of course, a certain amount of monotony was attached to her position; but pleasure was attained every evening when this editor was certain that all the yearbook material was safely and systematically housed in the huge green file in the corner of 105. (Marilyn Pooley)....The pounding of type- writers was a familiar sound of the Type Editors. A feeling of genuine pride was always felt by these editors when they compared the original, pencil-mutilated sheets with the care- fully re-typed copies. (Esther O’Connell and Dorothy Boyer) _.. Twice a week, Bulletin Board Editor carefully arranged the display on the Caduceus Bulletin Board opposite the office. Then followed two days of watching the reactions of those who paused to examine it. After seeing each observation, this Editor, with mixed feeling of triumph or desperation, returned to 105 to plan another layout. (Theresa DeNucci). _.. When recalling the treasured moments of the class of °45, the faltering memory of Contributing Editor often hesi- tated in her writing of the senior history; but a later thrill came with the planning of her own layout. This done, she then hustled about to assist the other editors. Her variety of tasks soon gained her the title of “Pat-of-all trades.” (Patricia Lawlor). On September 19, 1944, Senior Photograph Editor was initiated by Mr. Clancey into the mysteries of her new position. Typing, identifying faces, and writing endless cutlines did not long obscure the excitement she felt over being the first to see all the pictures. Not the least of the pleasures of this editorship was working with the congenial Mr. Clancey! (Marilyn Scott) .... Caduceus Editors ABOVE—STANDING, Ralph Schoolcraft, Beverly Bourbeau, Athletic Editors; Kathleen Sheehan, Editor-in-Chief; Constance Johnson, Assistant Editor-in-Chief; Shirley Knox, Feature Editor. .. . Caduceus §ditosr Muse As the Junior Editor was leaving 105 for the last time, she glanced at the tiny statue of Caduceus Cherub. He re- minded her of her hours of meditation while writing her section. But it had been worth her anxiety! {Joyce Fortune) .. . Freshman Editor’s every thought revolved around only Freshmen! After interviewing and taking snaps of these eager newcomers, long hours had been spent writing articles about them. However, this editor had loved reliving her own Fresh- man days! (Mary Pasteris) .. . The Athletic Editors often had become discouraged when the English language seem- ingly failed to supply the exact words needed for some vivid portraiture. But they had fun, too, covering the important athletic events, capturing informal snaps of the stars, and editing material on athletic clubs and personalities. (Beverly Bourbeau and Ralph Schoolcraft) .. . In one of her rare leisure moments, Editor-in-Chief thought of the times when her duties of overseeing all the sections and re-editing many pages had seemed too difficult. Yet, during the long months she constantly felt a pleasant glow from working with the other board members and planning “the best yearbook.” (Kathleen Sheehan) . . . The horror of unbalanced layouts once haunted Assistant Editor-in-Chief’s waking hours; tradi- tional people and places wove their way into her dreams; and many errors dazed her eyes during midnight writing bees. Soon these small, intimate worries had been super- seded by her high pleasure in having helped to compose the 1945 Caduceus. (Constance Johnson) . . . The dictionary had been the Club Editors’ pillow as they pondered far into the night for connotations of those words, treasure and wealth. as SITTING—Joyce Fortune, Mary Pasteris, Under-class Editors; Miss Helen E. Rankin, Adviser; Elaine Panaretos, Mary Driscoll, Club Editors. Glimmerings of ideas had flashed through their confused minds, only to be rejected as “deadly.” Although success then had seemed elusive, these editors now feel only joy when they look at the finished section. (Mary Driscoll and Elaine Panaretos.) .. . Feature Editor spent her hours placing sen- tences on paper—and loving her assignment, even though her articles often had seemed terrible! Writing and rewriting, composing and decomposing: these filled her schedule; her life swarmed with phrases and clauses, nouns and verbs. The results of her creative efforts at last lie in peace in the News Nuggets section. (Shirley Knox) . . . To the Adver- tising Agents, each new ad. was a precious jewel for their financial treasure chest. Every businessman seemed like an island on which this treasure might be buried. When they unearthed a new gem, these Agents fairly had sparkled when giving it to the Business Adviser, Mrs. Davis. (Bar- bara Dickinson and William Randall.) Caduceus Business Managers William Randall, Treasurer; Mrs. Davis, Business Adviser; Barbara Dickinson, Advertising Editor. Kelliher, Sports Editor. . . Betty Tuohy, News Editor. The Editorial Editors tried to present the viewpoint of the paper and the students on topics of real importance, con- cerning activities and interests of the school, or related to community or national problems. Their articles interpreted, criticized, expressed appreciation, or informed in a chal- lenging style. To be an influence in the school life was the goal of the Editorial Writers, Richard Racine and Marion Holton... . . Day after day, the Feature Editor retrieved long-forgotten Caduceus and Commerce issues. Leading a cat’s life in order to write the “Kitty;” searching through countless books for quotations; keeping ears and eyes open for human interest stories: these varied assignments made the Feature Writer’s life stimulating for Theresa St. Jean. ... The Sports Editors were lucky—they always got won- derful seats at the games . However, noting every minute detail so that those unable to attend could, by reading the report, feel as though they were there, was another matter! Sports writing’s interesting points, including interviewing athletes, gym. instructors, and local sports heroes were written by Lillian Drazek and John Kelliher. typewriter was not monotonous to the Type Editor: she .. . Pounding on the got the news first and knew her work was important. Each Friday, when the paper appeared, Estelle Hajec realized STANDING—Richard Racine, Daily Bulletin; Theresa St. [78 J Commerce Editors Jean, Feature Editor; Lillian Drazek, Sports Editor; John . SEATED—Estelle Hajec, Type Editor; Evelyn Chmura, Copy Editor; Miss Roberts, Adviser; .. . ABSENT FROM PICTURE— Francis a Clarence Chatto, former adviser, and his original of the Commerce Kitty. Extra! Extra! ead All About Jhem Burns, Editor-in-Chief. UPPER LEFT—Mr. how much her work facilitated the task of the linotypist, proof readers, and make-up editors... . The deadline ap- proached! Amid piles of typewritten material, Copy Editor feverishly attempted to correct careless errors. As her pencil swiftly flew, the neat sheets were marked with red corrections to attract the printer’s attention. Hurriedly, she checked headlines and subheads, and conferred with the Editor-in- Chief, hoping that an issue, minus copy errors, would be the reward of Evelyn Chmura. . . . She was the culprit, the News Editor! Many times she glued her eyes to keyholes or strained her ears to overhear conversations—all for a news story. She then taxed her mind to include in the leads the essential, who, what, where, when, and why. Betty Tuohy’s pride and joy came from giving the readers up-to-the-minute ... The Editors- in- Chief's many duties all were aimed at the goal of putting news in-the well made-up school organ. in the students’ hands an interesting, yet informative, paper. Making assignments, advising about headlines, seeing that stories were in on time, and working on page make-ups kept them busy; but they never were too busy to help a staff member. The enjoyment of Francis Burns and Betty Tuohy came from hearing favorable comments about the paper. | | } | | | | Latest News from the Commerce Staff THE STAFF ALSO REPORTS The task of the Music Editors was to throw questions at Dr. Viggiano, and to keep track of those who participated in musical activities of the school and city. In their spare (?) time, they searched for musical notes about the Glee Clubs. When the paper was ready to be distributed, they felt a great satisfaction in having thus presented the musical in- terests of the students and the accomplishments of the Music Department (Voula Leopoulas and Jean Chadderton.) .« . The Social Editors checked with the homeroom reporters, looked here, there, and everywhere in their unending search for social activities. After gleefully discovering juicy items, they conscientiously verified every fact; then wrote and edited. They were proud of their value on the paper, for the social column was an “‘attention-getter’’, where every student eventually found his own name. Their experiences made them feel a part of the school that the paper represents, and so developed a stronger school spirit. (Helen Zanetti, Ruth Laz- novsky, and Margaret Savior.) . .. The Fashion Editors took pride in being able to convey to their classmates the newest trends in style. Of course, they were somewhat embarrassed as they questioned a person as to his name and class, and looked him over from head to toe, taking in all details of his clothes. These editors lived in the future as they tried to keep ahead of the styles. Reading the latest editions of Seventeen, Bazaar, and Vogue, walking through the halls with a notebook and pencil handy, and jotting down notes, all were in the “line of duty” for the Fashion Editors, (Rita Fusaro and Patricia Foley.) ... Dashing down to the office for the morning mail’s delivery of school papers from distant places was one of the most ex- citing duties of the Exchange Editors. Their thrill of receiving a paper from as far away as Hawaii was stupendous! Sitting behind desks piled high with school publications, they faith- fully looked through every issue with a keen eye for items which would prove of interest to students of this school. The lighter side of their work lay in the finding of jokes, used as fillers, which would amuse the students. (Phyllis McQuade and Mary Crowley.) . . . Hopefully searching in the files for faces of graduates, keeping the closets immaculately clean, and forever haunting the offices of various newspapers for cuts was the task of the Cuts Editor. She was the person who bought every newspaper in the city in the hope of locating pictures that could be used in the following issue of Commerce. An overwhelming feeling of pride was her reward for the attractiveness and interest added to the paper by the pictures she contributed. (Laura Goodless.) . . . The Editors of the For Victory Column scanned the daily news- papers for the names and stories of Commerce students in the service, and then secured more information about them from their friends at school or from their parents. These busy editors went to the office to look up the year of graduation of these servicemen, and then consulted the Caduceus of that year to find out their activities at school. The appearance on | the third page of Commerce of a column with about ten stories and two cuts, and the receipt of letters of appreciation from the boys that saw their names in the column was the best reward these For Victory Editors had. (Helen Sakowski and Mary Reidy.) Commerce Staff _ REAR—Betty Anne Morrissey, Ted Bamforth, Harold Cutler, Ruth Laznovsky. .. . Nowakowski, Phyllis McQuade, Rita Fusaro, Gloria Smith, Mary Demos, Laura Goodless. . Francis Burns, Voula Leopoulos, Estelle Hajec, Helen Zanetti. . . Miss Davis, Business Adviser; Dorothy Porteri, Circulation Manager. MIDDLE—Shirley Ledtke, Helen Sakowski, Patricia Foley, Mary Reidy, Evelyn . . FRONT—Margaret Savior, Barbara Van Ness, Mary Crowley, Marion Holton, . LOWER RIGRT—Business Department: Louise Horney, Bookkeeper; Filomena LaMari, Advertising Manager; Glittering. Coppers IN THE MINT [ Have you ever known any of the famous M.P.’s before they have reached the age to don uniforms and carry shining big sticks? These men of might must have been the prototypes for members of the Commerce Boys’ Patrol. In the same [ courteous and efficient manner as the Military Police, these boys at their corner posts maintain a wary watch for light-footed class-skippers; continually keep a weather eye out for rule violators; create order out of chaos at games, plays, and dances. [ In short, they officially maintain the serenity that prevails in the halls of Commerce. ° IN THE VAULT In order to see some of these military cops in the making, one need only visit [ Room 126, the Patrol Office, otherwise known as “the foxhole,” “the inner sanctum,” or simply “the den.” (The obvious fact that the latter title might refer to a den of wolves is merely a coincidence, of course!) The distracting disturbance within is merely the by-product of an over-abundance of energy, the all-important element for an M.P., on the part of the fellows congregating there. Above these weird noises that are emitted from the patrol office, Captain George Ahern’s excited voice and hearty gusts of laughter always can be detected. When not sparring in a friendly manner with the rest of the boys, George is kept busy directing the varied routine of the Commerce M.P.’s fj DOUBLE VALUE Two inseparable pals who daily can be seen—and equally as well heard!—in the patrol office are Senior Lieutenant Curtis Dutton and Sergeant Danny Shea. Unlike [ his short nickname, Curt is never abrupt. His slow smile and ready, subtle humor are greeted by appreciative chuckles from the other M.P.’s as he assists with the many details of his daily patrol responsibilities. [ Curt’s other half, Danny Shea, is kept busy patrol ling the halls in his daily check-up of the posts. Danny’s dependability and good nature are further mani- fested in the amount of duties that have been continually entrusted to him by many [ teachers. (Miss Libby, for example, feels that she never could have carried on the war bond drives without Danny’s assistance!) ASSORTED COINS [ The twenty-eight other members of the patrol serve with equal fortitude in Patrol Officers maintaining the Commerce M.P.’s standards. Alert and conscientious on duty; I ag NN BT ay tot SBS 0s exultant and good-spirited off duty; always pleasant and courteous: these attributes zeorge s y hern, OT. ‘ Ur bCCON. = ss | ¢ DLE, LEFT TO RIGHT—Sr. Lt. Lorraine Kowal m;z oe F ‘ - oe ; : ae ane ek RE Re AG eye Se nay be the strongest reasons why the Boys’ Patrol is prominent in the galaxy of TiOe RIGHT —Sgts. Lillian Drazek and Roberta successful Commerce organizations Allen. ; q Boys’ Patrol FRONT ROW—Jr. Lt. Herbert Murphy, Sr. Lt. Curtis Dutton, Capt. George Ahern, Jr. Lt. Edwin Thrasher. . . . SECOND ROW— George Rose, Anthony Gentile, Rob- ert Webster, Edwin Goodrich, Con- stantine Baldman. . . . THIRD ROW—William Randall, Harold Cutler, Charles Lynes, Lawrence Cheney, Herbert Kirsner, Robert Feinberg. . . . FOURTH ROW-- William Arvan'tis, Israel Greenberg, Donald Frizzle, Elwood Babb’n, Theodore Bamforth, Leon Mireault, James Rainville. . . . FIFTH ROW Charles Tallman, Richard Racine, John Kelliher, Daniel Shea, George Langevin, Leon Serra, Gordon John- son. Arnold Christianson. . . . REAR ROW—Harry Chiklakis, Flelmuth Lehberger, Richard Giroux, G,. Donald Melville, Adviser. e ; by er ) a) Girls’ Patrol REAR ROW, left to right—Caroline Gallini, Betty Atwood, Arlene Griswold, Joan Sosv the, Evelyn Catjak‘s, Theresa Cummings, Constance Johnson, Marilyn Scott, Evelyn Nowakowski, G. Donald Melville, Adviser, Jean Cullinane, Shirley Webb, Isabelle Hickey, Dorothy Monesi, Mary Pasteris, Evelyn Chmura, Patricia Lawlor. : SIXTH ROW—Ethel Peterson, Roberta Allen, Lillian Drazek, Helen Leschuck, Olive Stowell, Estelle Hajec, Mary Bielanski, Lucille Klein, Dorothy Porteri, Jacquelyn Miller, Josephine Cardone, Mary Demos, Phyllis Minott, Clair Bachand, Joan Lawlor, Ruth Eklund. FIFTH ROW —Beverly Bourbeau, Barbara Smith, Edna Tutas, Rita Fusaro, Alice Assarian, Betty Belsky, Marion Talbot, Thelma Waite, Carlina Tronconi, Mildred Vickers, Helen Vatousiou, Helen La Valley, Edna Venturini, Edna Frangie, Mary Pipares, Loretta Souliere, Vivian Jeffery. FOURTH ROW—Mary Ceravolo, Barbara Kirby, Patricia Foley, Ellen Alonzo, Shi-ley Ledtke, Betty Tuohy, Jeanne Harrison, Marie Guidette, Mary Margarites, Mary Driscoll, Mary Jeanne Cote, Marion Holton, Louise Horney, Marion Royer, Edna Nielsen, Norma Sanders, Norma Johnson, Shirley Knox. THIRD ROW—Mary-Allis Guernsey, Ruth Baer, Joan O’Brien, Jeannette G-beau, Theresa Castanguay, Phyllis Gould, Patricia Gifford, Artemis Tatamanis, Estelle Chrusciel, Julia Simeoli, Marilyn Menz, Gloria Sirine, Josephine Cwieka, Phyllis Cieplik, Catherine Dunia, Jane Traks, Irene Brodeur, Helen Kurpecki, Frances Gengle. SECOND ROW—Frances Uzar, Norma Clark, Doris Waterhouse, Eleanor Dunham, Mary Murphy, Alice Reardon, Kathleen Sheehan, Elaine Panaretos, Barbara Doersam, ae Levine, Ruth Ouimet, Gwendolyn Hall, Shirley Jackson, Genevieve Tokarski, Patricia Buckley, Betty Ericson, Mary Farley, Dorothy Boyer, Catherine Foote, Bernice onnston. FIRST ROW—Helen Zanetti, Helen Campbell, Jean Randall, Josephine Gross, Jean Chadderton, Voula Leopulos, Ruth Laznovsky, Lorraine Sardi, Jr. Lt.; Joyce Fortune, et Laren Kowal, Sr. Lt.; Beverly Graves, Jr. Lt.; Irene Miner, Madeline Gelinas, Theresa Lauria, Arax Charkoudian, Alzira Paulo, Florence Jahn, Mary Krumsiek, osephine Grilli. h U T, f Gg i} ls has been firm with violators of the school rules. Even while J 2 C- ra reprimanding careless culprits, Lorrie’s omnipresent smile has revealed an unexpected joy and enthusiasm in life. To facilitate the tasks that otherwise would fall on the shoulders of the Senior officers, the Patrol members elected the Junior Lieutenants, Beverly Graves and Lorraine Sardi. Although these girls are very different in temperament, while executing their duties, both are calm and serene. In the tranquil eyes of Beverly Graves often has appeared a glint of amusement that belied the calmness of her expression; raven-haired Lorraine Sardi has bubbled over with gaiety MELVILLE’S PETS The 160 girls who literally man the patrol positions, once held only by boys, can never feel that their future vocation might be that of an M.P. in the Army. However, in Com- merce, M.P. applies to girls as well as to the boys. (Doesn't everyone know these girls are Melville’s Pets?) In duties, as well as in regard, the girls resemble military police. Daily they guard against theft of things left in open lockers, and protect the property of the school. BRASS QUARTET In the army, a military man is supervised by his C.O.; in whenever anything unusual has happened. HOARD OF FRIENDSHIP Commerce, versatile Joyce Fortune, Captain, has been as- Not only among the members, but also between them and signed this difficult position. Her duties, supervising of patrol their fun-loving adviser have friendships been formed. Daily, posts, swearing in of new members, checking of vacant posts, the patrol members are introduced to witticisms and jokes and the typing of various lists requested by Mr. Melville, related by amicable Mr. Melville. Since they are rarely repri- never have stemmed her boundless energy. manded for their informality, a true feeling of comradeship Aiding Joyce in these duties has been Senior Lieutenant has existed between Mr. Melville and the girls. Lorraine Kowal. Lorraine has industriously supervised the If, then, true friendship is wealth, 126 must be a veritable daily duties. of her co-workers or checked patrol posts. treasure hoard, as real comradeship and sociability can always Although Lorrie often has appeared to be self-effacing, she be found among the M.P.’s. [81 ] H-MIDDLE—George Langevin, Aldo Cipriani. CENTER—Mr. Taylor. BETTER BOYS “Either the better boys join the Hi-Y, or the Hi-Y makes better boys of those who join,” once stated Mr. S. O. Smith. A glance at the Hi-Y’s membership proves that the boys live up to this statement. For example, Anthony Gentile, Hi-Y President, has very efficiently carried out his numerous duties while presiding over meetings and seeing that the club’s high ideals are maintained. Vice President Robert Larson is another confirmation of Mr. Smith’s quotation. Bob’s ingenious manipulation of the club’s affairs has supplied the other members with a happy feeling of security. These boys both realize that better boys are friendlier boys and that real friends are those who main- tain high ideals and achieve their goals. MORE OUTSTANDING MEMBERS Often called the spark plug of the Hi-Y, Ted Bamforth has always skillfully arranged the many interesting, educational programs and meetings. He has set a fine example for the other boys by upholding all the Club’s high standards. Among the many other outstanding Hi-Y mem- bers are Francis Burns, Editor-in-Chief of Com- merce; George Ahern, Captain of the Boys’ Pa- trol; Daniel Shea, Sergeant of the Boys’ Patrol; and Rick Racine, former Editor on the Com- merce Staff, now a sailor in the United States Navy. This may seem to be a large honor roll of personalities from so small a club, but the varied programs given during the year may account for the attitude of the boys. Hi-Y Award Harry Chiklakis Hi Y Club H-FAR LEFT, Rear to front—Leonard Johnson, Francis Burns, Daniel Shea, Leon Serra, George Ahern. H-RIGHT—Harry Chiklakis, Lawrence Cheney, Joseph Lemme, Edwin Calder, Anthony Gentile. Y-LEFT, Rear to front—Raymond Fitzgerald, Frank Terzano, Theodore Bamforth, Charles Tallman, Richard Racine, Charles Crosby, Robert Larson. Y-RIGHT—Donald Frizzle, Richard Granger, Robert Buchanan. Hi. — Friondahi INSPIRING PROGRAMS When outlining their aims for the year, the adviser and ofhcers of the Hi-Y planned a varied program to maintain their high standards of clean living, clean speech, clean sportsmanship, and clean scholarship. A series of lectures was given by such prominent people as Miss Christine Lewis, who explained the Four Square Sides of Life. Miss Helen Flynn, during her talk on character, emphasized that high marks are not so essential as high standards of character and amicable personalities. Issuing the challenge, I Dare You to Adventure, Mr. S. O. Smith pointed out that many high school students in the past had needed only a dare to inspire future success. In I Dare You to be Strong, Coach Otto Wulff’s address to the boys, he emphasized building up the body to prevent ill-health at a later age. Another interesting program, under the auspices of Westinghouse, gave the history of radio. HI-Y AWARD Annually, since its foundation fifty-five years ago, the Hi-Y has given a citation to the boy who has done the most for Commerce. This year the coveted award has been won by Harry Chiklakis, president of his class. Harry, prominent in all types of athletics, was named a member of the All -City Basketball Team, and of the Western Massachusetts Basketball Roll of Honor. Due to its outstanding leadership, programs, and aims, the Hi-Y has maintained high ideals among its members; consequently, the finest type w of friendship has been achieved. ope ; NISIMAHA AWARD One of the most serious meetings of the Club concerns the choosing of the girl to receive their award for having done the most for her school. This year the citation was given to Theresa Cummings, President of the Student Council. “Variety is the spice of life!” might well be the motto of the Nisimaha Club. At the weekly meetings held in the Y.W.C.A., the girls have manifested excited interest in the programs which range from heated debates on world-shaking problems, to popular dis- INFORMALITY All the girls, quiet and gay alike, have revelled in the traditionally informal periods preceding the regular meetings. Some have extracted from the piano strange and eerie sounds, which have caused those engrossed cussions on beauty care. This versatile program happily has banished the ominous threat of dull, dreary meetings—the dread of so many clubs. To establish order has been one duty of Nisimaha Award slender Dor othy Monesi, the dependable Theresa Cummings in conversation to glance up questioningly. president. Throughout the year, she has Jive-minded girls have practiced the latest conducted every meeting, and assisted the many committees jitterbug steps to the blaring music of the juke box, of this busy club. When not engaged in the duties of her others, athletically inclined, have improved their bowling executive position, Dot cheerfully has joined into fun and skill—sans shoes! Above the jumble of sounds, a squeal of frolic with her fellow members. delight might suddenly have risen from those who noticed Whenever the president has called for the secretary’s Estelle Hajec’s face, when the ouija board answered, “Yes” report, sly chuckles may have been heard. Although serious to some query. Due to the informal frolics, the girls have when reading the minutes, Betty Atwood usually mingles become sincerely united in friendship. gay jokes and witticisms with engaging laughter. Her mere sprightly presence has been enough to enliven any club However, the esprit de corps of Nisimaha has risen to its meeting. full height in the aftermath of the meetings, when volun- AN IDEAL LEADER teers a-plenty willingly have cleared away the refreshments Also acting like a stimulus to the group has been its to the accompanying music of splashing water, amused adviser, Miss Nancy Gro se. With a personality as young as giggles, and clattering dishes. Then, the girls have finally de- the girls’, she has minimized their foibles and emphasized parted, already looking forward to the next stimulating their fine points, so as to develop a superior club. “gathering of the clan.” Nisimaha Club Groups LEFT ROW, Rear to front—Miss Grose, Dorothy Monesi, Jean Maxwell, Virginia Abraham, Eleanor Beatty, Marilyn Menz, Orcilla Barone. . . _. MIDDLE ROW— Nellie Borsa, Caroline Cook, Irene Henderson. . . . RIGHT ROW— Estelle Hajec, Marjorie Webb, Ann Catelotti, Shirley Jackson, Betty Atwood, Evelyn Robinson, Joan Coburn. LEFT, Upper picture—Dorothy Monesi, President. . . . LOWER—A friendship cemented in the Nisimaha Club, Betty Atwood, Shirley Jackson. [ 83 ] Initiation of New Members Indian Princess Confidants STANDING, left to right—M. Quillici, V. Longo, Left to right—Pat Lawlor, Mary Pasteris, Joan M. Stark, D. Rome, J. Ivory, J. Cote. Kumtux President, Mary Murphy. Lawlor. KNEELING, left to right—A. Sayre, J. Gamble, P. De Pray. FESTIVITIES e Welcome, Puend At the termination of the pow-wow, the young squaws retire to don more festive garments. A A FANTASY panorama of gay plaid blankets, rainbow-colored Kumtux, the Indian word for “welcome friend,” represents the foundation headdresses, and beaded moccasins pass before the of Kumtux Club. The following little fantasy will suggest the gay laughter Chief’s delighted gaze, as the rhythmic beating and the real friendship, requisites of the club. of tom-toms aesimencie GP the tribal dances. After the festivities are over, silence settles on POW-WOW the tribe. Still wrapped in their blankets, the A blazing campfire beckons all blanket-clad members to the Chief Coun- members listen intently as Flaming Hair, Louise |' selor’s pine lodge. As they file silently in, they are greeted by the Chief, Miss Smith, recites a thrilling tale of long ago. The Lynch, and Princess Mary Murphy. Rising from the large campfire circle, flickering campfire casts eerie shadows on the | Lovely Smile, Joan O’Brien, reports on the last meeting, A laughing protest — listeners’ faces. | from dynamic Raven Hair, Loretta Souliere, who disagrees with a part of the report, immediately starts a babble of voices. The soothing influence of Tranquil Face, Lorraine Sardi, finally silences the uproar. As dawn’s glowing rays appear on the horizon, |« the tribe retires to its tepees. Friendship through || entertainment finally has been achieved. | TRUE FRIENDSHIP That whimsy suggests the ever-present spirit of the club, which, guided by Miss Lynch, meets once a month to plan social affairs. Theater and - i supper get-togethers, initiation parties, and | gatherings with other clubs have characterized the | year’s program. Through social activities, the —, Kumtux members have made acquaintances which lead to true friendships. Kumtux Club Group LEFT ROW, Rear to front—Miss Lynch, Olive Stowell, Mary i Quillici, Lorraine. Sardi, Dorothy Russell, Jeanne Harrison, Lorraine Kowal, Pauline Brusnicki. . . . RIGHT ROW—Mary Pasteris, Louise Smith, Alice English, Joan Lawlor, Irene Miner, Betty Johnson, Ruth Eklund. . . . ANGLE ROW—Vivian Jeffery, Marjorie Berry, Loretta Souliere, Evelyn Hastings, Betty Hallenstein, |) Mary Murphy, Patricia Lawlor, Joyce Fortune, Joan O'Brien. Ilcarsolles Group LEFT GROUP, Rear to front—Rita Fusaro, Shirley Livermore, Miss Clark, Mary Demos, Virginia Verteramo, Patricia Foley, Voula Leopoulos, Sandra Mazza, Josephine Grilli, Barbara O’Brien. . . SECOND ROW-—Joan Sosville, Clara Maenzo, Ruth Laznovsky. Dorothy Mansfeld. REFLECTIONS Lingering after a meet- ing to ponder over the ac- tivities of Ilcarsolles Club, Miss Clark realized how pleasant and co-operative the girls had been. Im- pressed with Mr. Ellis’ character, they had gladly promoted the Club’s pur- pose: perpetuating the memory of Carlos B. Ellis, the derivation of the name Ilcarsolles. During observ- ances of Mr. Ellis, enthusi- astic Ilcarsolles girls al- ways were present. The girls had learned to con- sider Mr. Ellis a friend, and to show a sincere re- gard for his memory. Initiation of New Members BACK ROW—YV. Leopoulos, D. Madison. . FRONT—Phyllis Libby, Flossie Pinney. Morale Builders D. Madison, J. Grilli, J. Cardone, M. Guidette. A Salute B. Noyes, R. Laznovsky. . RIGHT GROUP, Rear to front, FIRST ROW—Dorothea Madison, Marie Guidette, Barbara Kirby, Josephine Cardone, Eleanor Dunham. . THIRD ROW—Evelyn Catjakis, Marilyn Johnson, Barbara Noyes. . FOURTH ROW—Gloria Smith, Q Carlos B. Ellis Memorial CO-OPERATIVE LEADERS Miss Clark’s thoughts then wandered to out- standing Club members. Barbara Noyes, presi- dent, had relinquished her customary shyness and had plunged into Club work with spirit. Arranging meeting details and acting as chair- man of committees soon revealed her hidden qualities of leadership. Because of her energetic manner, rosy- cheeked Josephine Cardone had occupied first place as morale builder. Her unaffected pleas- ure had magically lifted everyone’s spirits. This happifying person was certainly a welcome Club member, as well as bright and capable Jo Grilli, who had managed a very successful initiation party. She had also planned games and decorations at other gatherings. ECHOES “But all are fine girls! I have grown very fond of each one!” mused Miss Clark, as she rose to leave. Slowly she locked 318A’s door, while behind it the echoes of laughter seemed to resound blithely. Qnternational Friendships FRANCE IN COMMERCE Under the willing hand and spirit of Miss Helen Flynn, the Le Foyer Club | has moved steadily in the path of success all year. A large membership, a plente- ous treasury, and worthy officers have helped expand the Club’s many practices. One Club ideal is to acquaint students of French with the customs and cul- : ture of the French people, and to provide experience in speaking the language. Business matters conducted in French; games and songs of France; stories and plays concerning France (often in English, thankfully!) : these activities pro- : vide the members with pleasure as well as valuable knowledge. PLEASING PROGRAMS : One very delightful tradition, anticipated with pleasure by all members, has been the sending of Christmas gifts to several French families in the city. After ABOVE—INITIATION, Evelyn and Theresa Douglas. : ; ; ; BELOW—CHRISTMAS. CHEER, Left to right, E. choosing a child of any age, from month-old babies to twelve-year-old Junior Douglas, T. Douglas, M. Guyer, D. Plouffe, C. Barnett, D. : : ‘ : ; ° Pera, C. Griffin, C.’ Murray, B. Dusseault, D. Ricard. High pupils, members always enjoy selecting and wrapping gay toys and suit- able, pretty clothing. Stimulating interest in contemporary affairs has been one unwavering habit : in Le Foyer. Marilyn Bates, although a new Club member this year, has proved to be excellent in this work. On November 16, she presented in an orginal, com- pelling way a fine talk, The Spirit of New France, based upon French current | events. PRESIDENTIAL PERFECTION | Upholding these Club interests are ofhcers. Members of Le Foyer agree that Georgette Erard, this year’s president, has been a paragon in that office. Besides speaking French in a natural way, Georgette also has accomplished in : an unhurried, thorough manner many tasks: planning programs, organizing committees, motivating ideas, and consulting with Miss Flynn. Well-run, enter- taining programs have been insured by her serenity as presiding officer and by : her loyalty and work. THE HAND OF FRIENDSHIP | In pursuing their various Club affairs, Le Foyer members have, in a sense, extended the hand of friendship to all French people everywhere. Le Foyer Club Group | STANDING, left to right—Georgette Erard, Claire Murray, Evelyn Douglas, Thelma Waite, Marilyn Bates, Susie Thorne, Phyllis Thor, Rosina Di Pietro, Shirley Pfisterer, Lillian Drazek, Miss Helen G. Flynn, Marion Talbot, Patricia Birt, Mary Farley, Nancy Keller, Rose Riskalla, Doris Plouffe, Doris Pera. . . . SITTING—Beverly Graves, Mary Guyer, Theresa Douglas, Kathleen Sheehan, Dorothy Ricard, Odette Nichols, Cynthia Barnett, Constance Griffin, Nellie Borsa, Ruth Benowitz, Betty Tuohy, Beverly Dusseault, Dorothy Porteri, Marion Niozik, Doris Gosselin, Diamma Moretti, Clara Polak, Theresa Gilmore, Catherine Austin, Gwendolyn Tobyas, Pearl Goldman. . . FRONT—Francis Burns, Harry Chiklakis. Student Council STANDIN'G—Theresa Cummings, President; Kathleen Sheehan, Vice-President; Patricia Lawlor, Treasurer; Roberta Allen. Lawlor, Secretary; SEATED—Joan Francis Burns, Dr. Gadaire, Adviser; George Ahern, Betty Atwood, Evelyn Catjakis, Joyce Fortune, Betty Tuohy, Lorraine Kowal,. Mary Pasteris, Eleanor Beatty, Alice Kelliher, Ann Catelotti, Julia Simeoli. Doch Yang LEADERS Since its hopeful origin four years ago, the Student Coun- cil has grown by leaps and bounds into an organization which handles some of the school’s most important activities. While other organizations enjoy the glamour of footlight publicity, Council members in the background perform the vital work upon which much of the school’s well-being depends. President Theresa Cummings has caused her name to stand out in capital letters, as she has performed willingly and capably her regular duties, as well as many self-imposed, extra services. With a two- year history of Council activity behind her, Theresa, president of the club in her Senior year, multiplied her work many times by appointing and working with committees, consulting many teachers, and making nu- merous reports. Eager and gracious always, Theresa has represented the Council at in- numerable assemblies, dances, class meet- ings, and at the regular meetings of the Inter-School Council and the Young Peo- ple’s Symphony. Aiding Theresa has been Patricia Lawlor, Treasurer, a foremost member of the Coun- cil, Pat, quietly slipping from room to room while running her many errands or officiat- ing as the chairman of a committee, may have appeared quite retiring. But under- neath her shroud of shyness, a mischievous Theresa Student Council President [87 ] Cummings streak has remained dormant, erupting suddenly in the dis- playing of a zany, eye-catching poster on the Student Council Bulletin Board, or the suggesting of a clever prank at one of the Council’s many fun-gatherings. One of the prime reasons for the Council's astonishing success lies in the person of Dr. Gadaire. Acting upon the premise that an adviser should be “on tap, but not on top,” Doc consistently has given the group a free hand in deciding its own affairs, although he occasionally has tossed in a help- ful suggestion or two. Lagging spirits never have failed to lift, due to his unequalled ability to make everything exciting by the magnetism of his personality and easy spontaneity of his hu mor. Council morale also has been ele- vated greatly by the joyful acceptance of his oft-repeated invitation, “Say, gang, why not come out to the Gadaire homestead for a party?” CAMARADERIE Whenever the Council has met, whether at a regular meeting, rehearsal, or get-to- gether, an easy, friendly spirit has been discernible among all the members. From the staunchest three-year member down to the last newly-elected Freshie, whole-hearted enthusiasm always has prevailed. This feel- ing of camaraderie between the members may in part account for the similar friendli- ness that has existed between the Council and the school. ; Glee Club SOPRANOS—Catherine Austin, Patricia Blanchfield, Eleanor Brumfield, Joan Coburn, Muriel Cormier, RoseMarie Curto, Mary DeGray, Patricia DePray, Ruth Eklund, Louise Fattini, Jeanne Ford, Frances Gengle, Elizabeth George, Dolores Haddad, Betty Herd, Vera Izzo, Barbara Kiely, Eleanor King, Sylvia Lawson, Cecile Lemieux, Florence Lucier, Patricia Maloney, Rena Mastrangelo, Virginia Morrissey, Theresa Opitz, Alice Parker, Doris -Pascucci, June Rieutord, Mary Ann Roberts, Gertrude Swords, Jzan Uzar, Nella Valiquette, Virginia Verteramo, Patricia Webb, Barbara Weinberg. MEZZO SOPRANOS—Ellen Alonzo, Alice Assarian, Pasqualina Basile, Lorraine Bedard, Betty Belsky, Patricia Birt, Mildred Bonville, Carol Campbell, June Carpenter, Phyllis Cieplik, Muriel Dickstein, Barbara Fields, Geraldine Fuller, Patricia Gifford, Janeth Girouard, Florence Goldstein, Thelma Jerome, Judith Kirk, Phyllis Koroval, Anna Marazzi, Sandra Mazza, Dorothy Olson, Elaine: Panaretos, Alzira Paulo, Ann Provost, Norma Sanders, Anne Shapiro, Margaret Soukiasian, Shirley Spangler, Jane Traks. CONTRALTOS—Annie Bracci, Marion Bradley, Rose Boghosian, Velia Capitanio, Flora Chaclas, Jean Chadderton, Marilyn Chernaik, Virginia Child, Jean Cullineau, Shirley Cushman, Barbara Dickinson, Betty Ericson, Gloria Fadden, Patricia Falvey, Marion Favreau, Mar- guerite Foggs, Jean Frappier, Arlene Griswold, Josephine Gross, Jean Helberg, Jean Ivory, Betty Johnson, Harriet Johnson, Angelina Moro- poulos, Marilyn Oski, Filomena Precanico, Artemis Tatamanis, ACCOMPANIST—Roberta Allen. LIBRARIANS—Betty Belsky, Therese Opitz, Elaine Panaretos, Betty Ericson. ABOVE—Maestro’s Stand-in. Last December, Mr. Fidget Gremlin, a typical bored member of any school audience, enjoyed taking the glee out of glee club. In his many fiendish ways, he’d interrupt the leading soloist by an attack of coughing; or disturb everyone in the assembly hall by his restless moving and whispering. In fact, Mr. Fidget was always heartless, until one day he made a forced landing in the High School of Commerce assembly hall. There, for the first time, he was conscious of the beauty in clear, young voices. That afternoon the combined glee clubs were singing a typical Christmas concert. The spirit that radiated from their faces and flowed from their voices completely paralyzed the Gremlin in Mr. Fidget. He actually listened with pleasure. VERSATILE PRIMA DONNAS was Alzira Paulo. Following in the footsteps of her sister, Irene, Alzira had proved to be one i NR las Oo el Ra of the outstanding soloists of the glee club. As she stepped before the audience; she appeared rather shy; then suddenly the lovely tones of her mezzo-soprano voice soared high into the vastness of the hall. Against a background of girls’ voices blended in warm harmony, her solo aroused emotions of reverence in the entire audience—even in Mr. Fidget. Procuring a program from an empty seat, Mr. Fidget read the name of the next soloist, Artemis Tatamanis. Her vibrant contralto voice, together with her dark exotic appearance, created a Near-Eastern atmosphere on the stage. Flashing dark eyes and raven hair gave her an air which few Commerce soloists have possessed. A promising freshman, Marilyn Oski, then bravely sang with deep, mellow tones that kept Mr. Fidget breathless. The last soloist, Elaine Panaretos, sang dramatically the opening recitative | The first soloist came forward. From the whispers around him, Mr. Fidget learned the singer of the lullaby to the Christ Child. FINALE The triumphant sound of trumpets and deep roll of tympani then heralded a freshman | chorus, which from the balcony combined with the group on the stage. Mr. Fidget was oblivious of all around him. From that moment he had ceased to exist; Mr. Music Lover had been born. , During the remainder of the schoo: year, Mr. Music Lover had many opportunities to f indulge in his new joy: many more assemblies, as well as the Spring Music Festival and the ABOVE—Time Out. Dr. Viggiano ine Commencement Exercises, reawakened this new spirit within him, structs Elaine Panaretos. [ 88 ] Great Names in Wiusic members of the Commerce Choristers in dramatic black robes, have provided beautiful music for many assemblies during the school year. Their carefully blended voices, mounting to glorious fortes, then retarding gracefully to the softest pianissimo, have at times seemed ethereal. This group worked to attain the higher standards of choral singing. A careful analysis of each song preceded any sing’ ing that was done at rehearsals. Finally, at each concert, the fruits of their labor ripened to a high degree of perfection. Smooth legatos, close unanimity, and clear enunciation proved that they had not worked in vain. LEADING LADIES The work of the Commerce Choristers brings in several personalities who helped to make the group successful. Marion Bradley has delighted many of the girls with her high-pitched laughter. Her fun-loving expression and short, fuzzy hair suit perfectly Marion’s happy-go-lucky person- ality. Every Monday and Thursday, tiny, giggling Marion has disappeared into the crowds as she has scurried to the club room for rehearsals with the Commerce Choristers. Besides lending her versatile alto voice, Marion’s enthusiasm has been so great that she took over the direction of the group on one of Dr. Viggiano’s late mornings. Another hardworking chorister is Betty Belsky, who cheer- fully has kept records of the music at each rehearsal. Betty’s ABOVE—THE MUSIC MAIDS. Betty Belsky and Marilyn Oski. radiant mezzo-soprano voice helped to keep that section up to Dr. Viggiano’s expectations at all times. Two prominent soloists, Alzira Paulo and Artemis Tata- manis, took the responsibility of sewing white collars on the robes. Their deed heightened the effect of the Crimson-bound black robes. Betty Ericson and Elaine Panaretos are the only choristers who have been with the group for three full years. Their enthusiastic support and helpful suggestions have been fully appreciated by maestro Viggiano. Every girl in the Commerce Choristers nas enjoyed the work, because boring details were dispatched at a fast rate of speed, thus reserving precious time for developing artistic group singing. Co-operation, and thus friendliness and happi- ness, have been the keynotes of this successful choral group. Commerce Choristers REAR ROW, left to right—Eleanor Brumfield, Anna Marazzi, Belsky, Shirley Spangler, Louella Wilkinson. . . Mildred Bonville, Ruth Bush, Carol Campbell. . . Helberg, Elaine Panaretos, Alzira Paulo, Elizabeth George, Cecile Lemieux, Marilyn Oski, Marilyn Cherna:k, Arlene Griswold, . MIDDLE ROW—Sylvia Lawson, Mary Roberts, Jeanne Ford, Barbara Dickinson, Betty Ericson, Betty Johnson, Patricia Gifford, . FRONT ROW—Nella Valiquette, Ruth Eklund, Frances Gengle, Maron Bradley, Roberta Allen, Artemis Tatamanis, Jean Patricia Birt, Betty [ 89 ] Orchestra VIOLINS—Arax Charkoudian, Marion Tompkins, Harry Chiklakis, Constantine Baldman, Mary Quillici, Madeline Quillici, Rose Fragomeni, Virginia Egan. . . . CELLOS— Vera Goessling, Rose Davis. . . . DOUBLEBASS—Olive Stowell. . . . FLUTE—Janet Hendry... . CLARINETS—Vivian Jeffery, Rosina DiPietro, Roberta Allen, Alice Reardon, Florence Jahn, Shirley Reynolds. . . . CORNET—Beverly Bourbeau, Voula Leopoulos, Lillian Drazek, Marie Coleman. . . . FRENCH HORNS—Kathleen Sheehan, Mary Lou Shepard, Ivy Patterson. . mary Drazek. CONCERTMISTRESS—Arax Charkoudian. ABOVE—Class. . BELOW—Concert—same members. Like many weavers busy at the same loom, the orchestra members produce skeins of music which entwine to form a melodious tapestry. The threads of sound hint of many colors: red, the bright challenge of trumpets; pastels, the delicate strains of the violins; green and blue, the mellowness of horns and trombones; and dark shades, the low rumble of bass viol and drum. Under the skilled direction of the master weaver, Dr. Viggiano, these varied fibers are woven into a harmonious musical pattern. An enthusiastic weaver of music is blond Vivian Jeffery. Whether playing a little improvised jazz, or part of a stately sonata, Vivian always has appeared wholly absorbed in the intricacies of her clarinet. Her progress has been rapid; after only one year of study, she has occupied, and still retains, the first seat of her section. The Basic Web and Woof All woven material must be constructed upon a foundation. ¢ LIBRARIAN'S— Rosina DePietro, Voula Leopoulos. Shoins of Music In the present Commerce orchestra, this fundamental web and woof has consisted of the training given by Dr. Viggiano to seventy per cent of the members, the violinists being the sole group having had previous training. The most outstand- ing of these violinists has been concert mistress Arax Char- koudian. Arax’s fine rendition of Ave Maria at the Christmas assembly is an example of her weaving of graceful and charming motifs. Helen Gurski has looked diminutive behind the massive expanse of the grand piano, but her fingers have successfully controlled the eighty-eight ivory keys. Her lovely piano inter- lude during the hush between the entering march and the hymn in assemblies has become a restful, expected pleasure. Performing with the orchestra, Helen’s wide embrace of tone has supplemented the pattern with deeper, rainbow colors. While thus weaving their individual strains into an endless tapestry of music, the thirty instrumentalists also have woven a rich pattern of friendship and understanding which will last long after the last echo of sound has died away. TROMBONES—Helen Zanetti, Mabel Blouin, Louise Winkler. . . . DRUMS—Dorothy Russell, Kathleen Connolly, Robert Chapin. . . . PIANO—Helen Gurski, Rose- Shirley Ledtke, All credit for the ever-so-clever pictures in this book belongs to these Commerce Rembrandts and Botticellis, the contributing artists of Caduceus. The inherent talent of these selected art pupils has been proved by their ability to produce fine drawings based only upon the abstracc ideas suggested by the Caduceus staff. Helen Brutnell assumed the responsibility of drawing the beloved Caduceus Cherub. Helen’s calm, unhurried motions do not suggest any effort; yet she has always been able to recapture the lively spirit of the mascot created in 1943 by Patricia Shaughnessy. Irene Brodeur spent many hours perfecting, for the motive of her drawing, an exact copy of the 1945 class ring. Her vivid imagination then designed the Class Section Page. To Clara Taylor fell the task of drawing the Nugget Section. Clara’s love of art and unbounded energies found an outlet in this whimsical drawing. ee ee ees 4 dl 3 Contributing Artists Lorna Loranger, Miss Marsden, Ethel Peterson, Clara Taylor, Irene Brodeur. . . [91] . LEFT—Helen Brutnell. The inside cover of Caduceus was concocted by Ethel Peterson, who delighted in every hour spent over this inter- esting bit of artistry. Those inspecting her drawing also enjoy its many clever details. Soft-spoken Lorna Loranger displayed her artistic ability in the drawing of Mirrored Strength. Many plans had to be made for this imaginative creation; Lorna had to make many simple sketches before completing the finished product. Shirley Ledtke spent many hours pondering over a caption, Wealth of Friendship. This topic suggested many ideas which eventually took form perfectly under Shirley’s capable fingers. The skill and friendly attitude of Miss Marsden, as well as her very expert instruction, has enabled the Caduceus board to present a more superior book than would have been possible without her supervision of the artistic section pages drawn by the Contributing Artists. ge Dri CT Front | Caduceus A gents REAR ROW, left to right—Josephine Swierad, Helen Peresada, Marian Stark, Natalie Grindle, Margaret Bagley, Jewell Gamble, Lina Bissonnette. Lorraine Beaulac, Wanda Smus. .. . Nowakowski, Shirley Spangler. . Caduceus Promoters Under the watchful eye of Mrs. Marion Davis, the Caduceus agents have conducted the sale of our school annual with tremendous success. Two Freshmen, Lena Bissonette and Grover Grindle, achieved the highest percentage in un- derclass sales. Although these agents had to do a little con- vincing as to the value of Caduceus to the unknowing un- derclassmen, their sales surpassed the ninety per cent mark; they marvelled in the fact that they aided in the publication of their own high school yearbook. Crossman. . . SECOND ROW—Mary FRONT ROW —Alice Brown, Gloria Pasqualini, Helen ABSENT FROM PICTURE—Leon M:reault, Nancy Keller, Lorraine Miller, Lillian Kuselias. Brodeur, Therese Opitz. MOLOons Girls who have studied Home Economics in Commerce will be prepared for careers as wives, housekeepers, and mothers. In Miss Judd’s Modern Problems 3 classes, the students study child care. One member, Irene Briscoe, when reading to the Commerce nursery-school children, held the complete attention of each child. The Nursery School supervisor, Miss Mary Serra, remarked on her exceptional understanding of children. Some of the girls daily have taken morning fruit juices and afternoon milk and crackers to these children, Barbara Van Ness and Diamma Morretti have thoroughly enjoyed this work. Girls in this course also are given the opportunity to master the art of cooking; and, according to their teachers, Miss Bulkeley and Miss Scott, they do very well. Because of the training our Commerce homemakers have received, Springfield’s future husbands will have absolutely nothing to worry about if they pick one of these efficient girls. Home Economic Aids LEFT—Ivrene Briscoe with nursery tots. . THIRD ROW-—Sally Dansereau, Natalie Levin, Anna Marazzi, 2 Guyer, Leona Brunelle, Ruth Eklund, Mildred Vickers, Rose Riskalla, Jeannine Lauria} Leschuck, Theresa Massey, Gwendolyn Hall, Voula Leopoulos, Alice English, Evelyn | | | | | | [ee | REAR—Barbara Van Ness, Shirley Jackson, Patricia Blanchfield, Marion Olszewski, Virginia Abraham, Ruth Me‘ bourne, Ingeborg Bareiss, Marilyn Scott, Nancy Thomas, Lillian Baver, Constance Webster, Pauline Bessette, Ire? FRONT—Jane Michalek, Mildred Bonville, Jean Barteau, Barbara Carmody, Mar Levine, Shirley Mills, Sylvia Sansonetti, Evangeline Biakis, Yolanda Albano, Marilyn Anderson, Leona Vaughan. . . Bike | Sup he. Commerce Agents REAR ROW, left to right—Lorraine Cormier, Pauline Foti, Rosemary Drazek, “Lillian Pixley, Charles Crosby, Rosemary Minicucci, Shirley Zwecker, Elizabeth Bercier, Elaine Baines. Eleanor Lacivita. . | : : | | | | | Nows - | | | | | Just as our city newspapers have cub reporters, Commerce, our school news- paper, has its agents stationed in each home room. Although not directly con- nected with the editorial staff, these agents render unfailingly welcome service, without which the Commerce board would often find its supply of news sadly depleted. Always alert, the Commerce cubs gather in their home rooms all the bits of news, items of interest, and hints of humor that would be attractive or amusing to the rest of the school. Sometimes they act as the middlemen between the paper and an enthusiast who is simply bursting with tremendous news that he wants everyone to know. In all cases, the agents relay the data to the Commerce staff, who edit, write, and print it—with pleasure for all concerned. . MIDDLE ROW—Marijorie Berry, Irene Scagliarini, ; Pauline Trainor, Josephine Cwieka, Betty Belsky, Nellie Borsa, Helen Gurski, . FRONT ROW—Therese Opitz, Patricia Blanchfield, Robert Rogow, Florence Dahlke, Barbara Carmody, Marjorie Dion. G5. CO. Skylinors Have you ever wondered just who keeps our reserve funds in existence? Much of the credit goes to the G. O. Agents, who spend many a trying hour cajoling students into joining the G. O. Under the capable leadership of Mr. Walker, the Agents work to gain a 100 per cent membership in their home rooms. Besides this duty, the Agents also handle the tickets for the G. O. Dance, school play, and class socials— a task which involves even more diligent application of their wearying gray matter. Unlike most organizations, the G. O. Agents do not work together; nevertheless, each feels a kinship with the other. The separate sharing of like woes arid victories brings a common understanding, and causes a friendly spirit to pre- vail, These Agents also acquire friends as they constantly contact their home room members. In such ways do the G. O. Agents, too, achieve a great wealth of friendship. G. O. Agents elen Leschuck. ; Ima Koch, Marilyn Midwood. Gifford, Alice Assarian. } REAR ROW, left to right—Anna Marcotrigiani, Dorothy Monesi, Irene Dzwinick, Vernard Frisby, Richard Racine, Rosemary MIDDLE ROW—Beverly Boulris, Patricia Winters, Lucy Benigni, Patricia Blanchfeld, FRONT ROW—Margaret Hennessey, Phyllis Koroval, Donald Frizzle, Evelyn Lucas, Evangeline Biakis, Katherine Gerontinos, Drazek, Edwin Thrasher, Voula Leopoulos, Theresa Casanova, Stella Rousakis, Ruth Hathaway, Mary Demos, Rheta Fuller, Phyllis Kmiecik, Patricia Agate — Health and Strength RANGER ORNA LQ -t Agate for Health YOUTH’S HERITAGE The agate symbolizes the delights of perfect health, which wartime America has learned to value so highly. We at Commerce are justly proud of the many opportunities offered our young people for the development of strong, healthy bodies through the medium of many sports and athletic events, as well as by gymnastic training and exercises. And how we do enjoy our agate health, youth’s price- less heritage! Our Bost All-Cround Gurl Athlete ROBERTA ALLEN The expression, “That girl is an outstanding athlete,” always implies that she not only has achieved very distinctive skills, but also has shown the grace to win or lose with a smile. Throughout her three years at Commerce, Roberta Allen, President of the Girls’ Athletic Association, has met both of these tests of true sportsmanship. [96 } Girls’ Athletic Association LEFT—Initial eae of the G.A.A. (See names below.) RIGHT—Advisers: Nancy Grose, Barbara Hollister, Edmee Robert. Hail, Hail, the Gangh All Horo PROMOTERS OF SPORTS The Girls’ Athletic Association is designed to create and promote interest in school athletics. After-school sports are vital for student development; they give practical ex- perience in the promotion of good sportsmanship, friendship, co-operation, and teamwork. Besides its value to the individual, such an organization is an essential part in many school activities. The G. A. A. Board arranges for the popular Freshman Reception, yearly presents a fun-filled assembly, arranges for inter-school and intra-mural games, and increases the general morale of the school by its sponsorship of the competitive Red and White teams. Under the leadership of Miss Grose, Adviser; Roberta Allen, president; Mary Demos, vice-president; and Lorraine Sardi, secretary; the association has enjoyed an unusually G. A. A. Board REAR ROW, left to right—Betty Atwood, Miss Grose, Joan Lawlor. . . . MIDDLE ROW —Lillian Drazek, Mavie Guidette Madison, Shirley Spangler. . . . FRONT ROW —Alice Kelliher, Lorraine Sardi, Roberta Allen, Mary Demos, Jake maz out to the ball gamez BATTER UP! At Commerce, the thrill-packed game of sof tball is very popular. Sports-minded girls have often upheld the name of Commerce by defeating several of the other Springfield schools in the softball field. The 1944 softball season was high- lighted by the Commerce-Classical game, played at Magazine playground on June 5. The traditionally rival teams fought a hard, close game from the first pitch to the last out with very few errors by both teams. Alice Kelliher and Virginia Morrissey split the pitching honors, while little Alice McCarthy played the full game behind the plate. The hard- hitting duet, Gloria Scagliarini and Mil- dred La Port, and star outfielder, Mary Pasteris, helped to bring the Commerce girls to the foreground with a 4-3 tri- umph over Classical. Not to be over- Allen. . . Al'ce McCarthy. . . looked, however, are the other players who added much spark and spirit to the team. VICTORY A school victory is always a favorite topic for conversa- tion; this game with Classical was no exception. Everywhere the next morning could be heard the buzz of voices as students walked through the corridors: “Did you see that super catch by Mary Pasteris?” or “Wasn't that a perfect bunt by Mildred La Port?” and “That two-base hit by Mary Demos was terrific!” Softball Team BATTING THE BIRDIE A flash of white arcing through the air; the gasp of a crowd; the shouts of encouragement from spectators; these features of tennis contests also characterize badminton. These traits were present at the badminton tournament in our gym. May 11, 1944. Competition had been narrowed down to two girls—Roberta Allen and Gloria Scagliarini. During the first tussle, Roberta made a brilliant comeback to win by a close 11-9 return. Amid the crowd’s cheers, Bert was proclaimed the champion. Badminton Participants LEFT—Roberta Allen, Alice Kelliher. . . TSE A EL . RIGHT—Beverly Bourbeau, Mary Demos. REAR ROW —Virginia Morrissey, Mary Pasteris, Lillian Baver, Ingeborg Bareiss, Mildred LaPort, a . MIDDLE ROW—Gloria Scagliarini, Patricia Lawlor, Alice Kelliher, Marjorie Cloutier, Mary Demos, . FRONT ROW—Marion Anderson, Joyce Blidberg, Anna DeCarlo, Mary Bruno. | [ L [ [ [ [ : [ ' Basketball Enthusiasts Josephine Cardone, Beverly Bourbeau, Alice Kelliher, Mary Demos, Virginia Morrissey, Shirley Spangler, Gloria Scagliarini, Lillian Drazek. Upon the Haght rissey, held the Reds to seventeen points, Lillian Drazek, who emerged h‘gh scorer, led the White attack by scoring eleven of her team’s twenty-two points. Following the game, Miss Robert brought forth Charlie Horse, and asked a representative from the victorious team to step forward and claim the prize. Amid shouts and cheers Our 1944 Caduceus emerged from the press several weeks too early to include the spring sports. For this rea- son, we are giving you a glimpse of the highlighted athletic events which occurred last June. from the White team members, Roberta Allen, Assistant SHOOTING STARS White Captain, took the mascot in her arms and triumphant- On April 20, 1944, Charlie Horse stood at the scoring ly carried it back to her team-mates. table, anticipating a hard-fought basketball game between the Since the outstanding game, Charlie Horse has been cher- - Red and White Honorary Teams. After weeks of training in ished by nearly seven hundred Whites. basketball skills, shooting, and individual plays, the two teams’ strength was pitted against each other for ownership of this unique mascot. In the first quarter, the Whites trailed the Reds with a score of 6-7. The second quarter found the Whites in the foreground with five hard- earned points added to make the score 11-7. At the end of the fourth quarter, White guards, Roberta Allen, Mary Demos, and Virginia Mor- Charley Horse Devotees LEFT TOP, left to right—Virginia Morrissey, Mildred Vickers, Gloria Scagliarini. . . . LEFT BELOW—Alice Kelliher. CENTER TOP, left to right—Mary Demos, Ingeborg Bareiss. . CENTER BELOW, left to right—Alice McCarthy, Roberta Allen, Beverly Bourbeau. . . . RIGHT TOP—lJoyce Blidberg. RIGHT BELOW—Lillian Drazek. REAR, left to right—Miss Hollister, Mildred Laport, Roberta Allen, Elaine Constantin, Alice McCarthy, Marie Schrieba, Flora Chaclas, Ruth Creanza, Anna Marazzi, Gloria Scagliarini, Beverly Spangler, Marion Anderson, . . Tennis Group Artemis Tatamanis, Shirley Roy, Shirley Bousquet. = Uy ip zo Love WHAT A RACKET! Tennis enthusiasts, last spring, developed playing ability through long and_ tedious practice. During the bi-weekly sessions of the Club at the Forest Park Courts, at- tendance soon grew to a total of thirty-two members, ninety-five per cent of whom at- tended every session, according to Jean Cote, Secretary. Under Miss Hollister’s in- struction, the inexperienced players gained manual skill. Shirley Roy, an outstanding beginner, soon ranked among the advanced players. The experienced players were in- terested in improving their game. One of these, Roberta Allen, an expert at backhand shots, found competition from Gloria Scag’ liarini and Lillian Drazek, both of whom were masters of the art of serving the ball correctly. After the throats were relieved at Jane Alden’s. matches, parched From Alley to Court BOWLING SECRETARIES — Alice Kelliher, Helen LaValley. . . . Left to right—Jean Cote, Shirley Roy, Anna DeCarlo. [ 100 } Lillian Drazek, Ingeborg Bareiss, Shirley Spangler, Dorothy Margeson, Jean Cote. ... MIDDLE— . FRONT—Lorraine Jhe 7 Students’ Way TO DRIVE DULL CARE AWAY The moment is tense as a ball glides down the alley and smashes the center pin. Ten pins fall with a crash! A cry is emitted from exultant Madeline Quillici who, for the first time, makes a strike. This drama was re-enacted many times at the Paradise Bowling Alleys; where the exhibited their skill. The bowlers were separated into two teams, one meeting Wednesdays, the other Thurs- days. Alice Kelliher of the Wednesday group, and Helen LaValley of the Thurs- Commerce Bowlers day bowlers were the secretaries. At these meetings, Commercites had a chance to display their bowling skills. One of the top stars, Gloria Scagliarini, held the highest single string score, 111; she was closely trailed by Georgia Bicknell. Roberta Allen and Carol Hadd held top honors for individual averages. Wednesday’s Team 11 led with a total pinfall of 595. The club, which successfully completed its first year, expects an even larger turnout when it resumes operations next fall. L f, ld, f her team, assisted by the accurate blocking of Roberta Allen. OO I The score stood 3-2 in favor of Classical when, in the last minute of play, right inner, Pat Lawlor, flashed down the field, dodged three Classical players, and drove the ball be- tween the posts, to complete the tying goal. The game thus THE PLUNGE =Qoh! It’s cold!” “I can’t wait to jump in!” Such ex- ; clamations issued from excited girls gathered at the brink ended with a 3-3 score. of the YMCA Pool. Last fall, swimming lessons were substi- tuted for the regular calisthenic periods. The lessons were optional, and limited to girls who knew how to swim. Hard-working Hilda Owstroski, following the old adage, “Practice makes perfect,” persevered in her lessons and eventually became an excellent swimmer. Mildred Vickers and Gloria Grant were trained to make perfect, even strokes. Health-Seekers : . ; : RIGHT — Between Not only did the swimming lessons build strong, healthy halves of Classical-Com- ; , S? é merce Hockey Game. . . bodies, but they also strengthened morale. This welcome in- BELOW —_ Swimming a 3 i ie Class in Action. terruption of the day’s routine could have been called ““The dip that refreshes.” Sticks. Cway- On October 24 at Magazine Playground, a short, yet enjoyable field hockey season closed when the Crimson Raiderettes dueled with a strong Classical team for a 3-3 tie. Classical’s main strength lay in powerful driving; Commerce showed special skill in close stick work. Commerce center forward, Gloria Scagliarini, scored the first goal for Hockey Team STANDING, left to right—Anna DeCarlo, Irene Secor, Rosemary Drazek, Roberta Allen, Dorothy Margeson, Vic- toria Stevens, Alice Kelliher, Mary Quillici, Shirley Spangler, Lillian Drazek, Ingeborg Bareiss.§ . . . KNEELING— Marion Anderson, Madeline Quillici, Alice McCarthy, Joyce Blidberg, Gloria Scagliarini, Marjorie Cloutier, Marilyn Bates, Patricia Lawlor. He Active Members UPPER LEFT—Adviser Grose relaxes. . LOWER LEFT—Three lost comrades. . : Dont Fence Us In HEALTHY BODIES Trudging along under a blistering sun, strolling leisurely in the autumn woods, plowing through deep snow; these are but a few of the varied activities of the Outing Club, Under the advisership of lively Nancy Grose, this club of forty healthy and vigorous girls has completed six successful hikes. LOWER RIGHT—Gloria Scagliarini. UPPER RIGHT—Hikers pause for a snap. The president, Gloria Scagliarini, has been especially delighted with the perfect attendance of Mary Pas- teris, Nancy Keller, and Vera Goessling. During a hike two days after the hurricane, the club inquisitively explored South Branch. After hours of tramping through the tangled wilderness and vau!ting over huge, fallen trees, the weary hikers finally started for home. They had advanced half way through the woods when suddenly excited voices hailed them. Whom could they know out here in the midst of the wilderness? Finally one of the hikers emitted a cry of amusement! In the dis- tance appeared three exhausted club members: Pat Lawlor, Rosemary Drazek, and Joan Lawlor, who, since 9:30 that morning, had spent the day vainly searching for their comrades. In the excitement and confusion of the first hike of the season, few had even missed their bewildered and exhausted chums! On one stormy Saturday, when the weather pro- hibited an out-of-doors hike, the active girls jaunted to Trinity Church, where they leisurely splashed and dunked in the Trinity Pool. Those members not inter- ested in swimming, such as Virginia Morrissey, Joyce Blid- berg, and Gloria Scagliarini, flashed up and down the basket- ball floor in the Trinity Gym. The Outing Club boasted a membership of forty girls at the end of the season. The healthy bodies that the activities of this club build is one important reason for the large membership. Outing Club REAR ROW—Helen Leschuck, Alice Kelliher, Jennie Clark, Vera Goessling, Dot Margeson, Mary Pasteris, Shirley Spangler, Pat Lawlor, Marilyn Bates, Joan O’Brien, Rosemary Drazek. : Dubuque, Anna De Carlo, Marilyn Nelson. . Stevens, Virginia Morrissey. MIDDLE ROW—Miss Grose, Marion Emerson, Carol Hadd, Al:ce Parker, Joyce Blidberg, Peggy Atwood, Alice McCarthy, Lillian Grise, Esther . FRONT ROW —Gloria Scagliarini, Lawlor, Terry Olier, Nancy Keller, Mildred LaPort, Doris Plouffe, Victoria iti: —— ———s — — Riding Club FRONT ROW—Miss Holtister, Christine Klein, Nancy Keller, Beverly Carr, Dorothy Sherivin, Eleanor Beatty, Mar:lyn Nelson, Georgette Erard. Boots and Saddia “MY KINGDOM FOR A HORSE” “When can we start?” “Where can we go?” “How much will it cost?” A group of not-to-be-fenced-in Com- mercites were questioning Miss Barbara Hollister at the first meeting of the newly formed Riding Club on September 21. Over fifty girls turned out for the next meeting. As the maximum number of horses to be hired at one time was ten, names of club members were drawn from a hat to determine the ten lucky riders. During one of the Saturday jaunts, Georgette Erard was the victim of a most unusual circumstance. Her tempera- mental horse suddenly stopped in the middle of the trail, stubbornly sat down, rolled over, and kicked the perplexed rider in the wrist. Fortunately, first aid could be ad- ministered by Miss Hol- lister. Such accidents, however, were very rare and did not at all hamper the high- pitched enthusiasm for the sport. Next fall, when the shortage of horse power is expected to be less acute, the Riding Club will contain beginners as well as experienced cowgirls. She Flies Through the Air Anna De Carlo, Roberta Allen. She Flies Jhwu the Air GIRLS OR MONKEYS? One of the units in the Physical Education winter program has been confined to apparatus work inside the gymnasium, This activity is especially helpful in giving the body endur? ance, and increasing coordination of the muscles, Leaders of squads in their individual gymnasium classes have met every Monday after school in order to gain more skill. Merrily and skillfully they have scrambled up ropes, straddled horses, floated on rings, and hurdled over boxes. Like monkeys they chattered, but unlike monkeys they made excellent leaders. In a very short time, these girls were sufh- ciently trained to teach their own squads in the regular gymnasium classes. For we are jolly good fellows THE ATHLETES AS WE SEE THEM Progressive Freshmen Madeline Quillici has thoroughly enjoyed many brisk afternoons of playing hockey and swinging a bat and ball. She has, however, remained partial to the sport of bowling. Madeline also competently has played the violin in the school orchestra, and has shown a special talent in the field of art. . . . Blond Rosemary Drazek, whose reserved manner does not reflect her activity in sports, has appeared in the Commerce athletic spotlight this year. When Rosemary’s accurate hands served a tennis ball, and when she trudged along with the Outing Club, the satisfied expression on her face revealed complete enjoyment. Reliable Juniors When her Irish eyes smile, you can be sure that freckled Alice McCarthy is anticipating a hike with the Outing Club, a game of hockey, or crashing the pins with the afterschool bowling group. The nimbleness with which Alice flashes across the basketball floor contrasts with her sedate manner when she plays the difficult catching position in softball. . . . Nancy Keller has enthusiastically shared in the activi- ties of the Bowling Club and of the Girls’ Athletic Association. She has been a faithful member of the Riding and Outing Clubs. The strange fascination horses hold for Nancy, and the enjoyment she gains from eight-mile hikes, have made her an ideal member of these clubs. Versatile Seniors With calm efhiciency showing in her chameleon-gray eyes, Helen Jean La Valley, Bowling Club Secretary, successfully has managed the many details involved during many Thursday afternoons at the alleys. The responsibility of this position has developed Jean’s admirable qualities of initiative and dependability. . . . Roberta Allen’s personality, even more than her achievements, accounts for her very real popularity. Genuine friendliness is reflected by her personal, yet sincere smile. Her complete dependability and unusual thoughtfulness have caused both teachers and students to agree that Roberta is one of the best-liked girls in the Senior class. . . . An impudent nose and a saucy grin create the animated expression of Beverly Bourbeau. For three years, Bev has been outstanding in the Outing Club, G. A. A. Board, Basketball Team, and as Captain of the White Team. She has often been seen racing for first base and commanding her White Team to victory. Bev truly typifies the Commerce girl athlete! TOP TO BOTTOM—Helen La Valley, Beverly Bour- TOP TO BOTTOM—Madeline Quillici, Rosemary beau, Nancy Keller. . . . RIGHT—Roberta Allen. Drazek, Alice McCarthy. TOP TO BOTTOM—George Ahern, ie Buchanan, Elwood Babbin. ne f Headliners TOP, left to right—Harry Chiklakis, John Kelliher, Bill Arvanitis. . BOTTOM, left to right—Bob Larson, Bill Michalek. We're Al Pals Jogothor Many boys at Commerce have worked hard to win the treasure that all high school boys cherish: a major letter in sports. FIRST SACKER On the baseball field, we find George Ahern, Crimson first baseman, who made only one error this season. Because of this he was considered one of the most valuable players on the team. THE KICK-OFF In football, Captain Harry Chiklakis, spark plug of the football team, did much of the heavy linework. Leon (Red) Babbitt, one of our most recent spectacular players, constantly endeavored to win those extra inches. Bob Buchanan also played a hard and clean game. John Kelliher, one of our best linemen, crashed his way through the enemy lines many times. The lightest member of the squad, Curtis Dutton, put his football knowledge to good use when, in critical situations, he helped his team gain needed yardage. The Commerce athlete with that Frank Sinatra look, Bill Michalek, while playing end on the squad, often received passes that greatly aided his team. STRAIGHT SHOOTERS On the basketball court, Harry Chiklakis, guard, was the type of boy who was continually thinking and was a steadying influence to his team- mates. He was chosen a member of the All-City and the Western Massa- chusetts Team. Elwood Babbin, substitute center, who replaced Vic Frisby, proved to be a life saver as he scored point after point for the Crimson five. Bill Arvanitis, who replaced Red Babbit at guard, played an excellent game, despite his lack of height. Leon Serra, also of shorter stature, often dribbled the nugget by taller players of an opposing team. Another valu- able asset to the Commerce five was Bob Larson, center, the spark plug of the team. All the boys who have won their Major C are proud not only of their letter, but also of their healthy bodies which made their success possible. [ 105 ] TOP TO Lindy Serra, BOTTOM—Red Babbitt, Curt Dutton. 1944 Baseball Team STANDING—Coach Boyd, Bob Buchanan, Leon Harry Chiklakis; Managers, Charles Tallman, Paul Dill. . Ahern. i Because the 1944 Caduceus had already gone to press, the editors could not include the baseball games; therefore, a summary of the Raider’s 1944 spring activities is included in this issue. On May 12, in their first practice game of that baseball season, the Com- merce Raiders were de- feated, 12-4, by Classical, at Van Horn Park. Frank Captain 5 zB Moskal turned in a well- Lenny Goldberg, star pitcher and 3 captain of the 1944 Baseball Team. pitched game but lost on his teammates’ errors, RAIDERS TOPPED A superior Holyoke Rosary team defeated the Crimson, 6-4, at Forest Park, in the second game of the season. John Kelliher and Red Babbitt knocked in all the runs for Com- merce. However, after suffering a defeat by the Holyoke Rosary team, the Raiders roared back to defeat the Holyoke Trade team, 18-11 on May 23. George Brice homered twice, and Herb La Valley once, to lead the attack. COMMERCE TRIUMPHS Commerce triumphed easily in a return game against Holyoke Trade at Blunt Park. The Raiders made a flying start with a total of 13 runs in the first two innings, Frank Moskal knocked in a round tripper to help make the final score of 19-10 in favor.of Commerce. [ 106 ] Babbitt, Richard Racine, Herb La Valley, George Brice, Ray Fitzgerald, Tom Scott, Leonard Goldberg, John Kelliher, . FRONT—Israel Greenberg, Herb Kirshner, Frank Bacon, Lindy Serra, Bill Arvanitis, Tom Fitzgerald, George Diamonds in the Rough COMMERCE OVERWHELMED On May 25, in the fifth game of the season, Commerce held a substantial lead against South Hadley until the fifth inning, when Pitcher Len Goldberg weakened. After that, South Hadley scored several runs, until Commerce was forced to take a tough decision of 13-10. La Valley and Bob Buchanan starred by bringing in three runs apiece. Neither Commerce nor its opponent, Sacred Heart, was able to score a run in the first four innings of the game on June 2. After the fifth inning, however, the Sacred Heart boys scored run after run, until the final tally read 17-0 in favor of Sacred Heart. George Ahern, at first, and Len Gold- berg, at third, played a good game. Sacred Heart again defeated the Crimson Raiders in a return game at McKenzie Field on May 12, by a score of 10-8. Batting stars were La Valley, who hit his third homer of the season, and John Kelliher, who made one homer and one double. George Ahern and George Brice each collected three hits. LA VALLEY STARS In the final game of the season, on June 9, Commerce once more lost to a superior Holyoke R osary team by a score of 6-4. In the last of the fourth, with one man out, Chiklakis walked, and Babbitt and Goldberg singled to bring in the first run for Commerce. Then Slugger La Valley, drove in three runs to make the score 5-4. However, during the last half of the fifth inning, Rosary made its last run; from there on, no scoring was done by either team. Commerce threat- ened twice; once, when Goldberg got to third; and again when Frank Moskal was caught at home plate after he tried to stretch a left field hit into a homer. ! Football Team REAR—J. Lemme, Mgr.; T. Scott, V. Frisby, R. Fitzgerald, C. Lynes, B. Zucco, G. Ahern, J. Athens, Mgr. . . . MIDDLE—Coach Wulff, E. Caraminis, B. Michalek, H. De Sellier, H. Chiklakis, C. Bousquet, F. Bacon, R. Alonzo, G. Busiere. .. . FRONI—J. Bercier, E. Ayers, C. Dutton, L. Babbitt, B. Buchanan, I. Greenberg, J. Kelliher, R. Carroll, H. Moses. Football Staggars Dwung 44 Season Thirty enthusiastic Commerce Raiders reported at a pre- COMMERCE FIRST WIN season rally to meet their new coach, Mr. Wulff, in Septem- The boys on the Commerce eleven came back from Palmer ber. battered in body, but not in spirit. -They were even more Among these boys were the veterans, Red Babbitt, Harry determined to win their next game over Wilbraham Academy Chiklakis, and Tom Scott. Mr. Wulff, outlining the schedule on November 2. At the end of the first half in this game, for the coming season, announced that the first game would Commerce possessed the ball deep in its own territory; but be played against the Italian Club team. it was not until the last quarter that the Raiders’ offensive The Commerce Football team experienced this scrimmage began. to click. Then three aerials in succession confused on October 12, at Ruth Elizabeth playground. Despite bril- Wilbraham, and helped Buchanan to score the only touch- liant running by Bernard Zucco and successive passes re- down of the game, which ended with Commerce on the ceived by the ends, Bob Buchanan and Bill Michalek, the high side of a 7-0 score. Crimson squad was defeated, 18-0, by a superior Italian TAS Te EOSS ‘Club team. Only after a fierce struggle did Classical boast a 26-0 score TECH GAINS WIN over Commerce at the Star Performer At an informal game in Blunt Park, on October 17, a Forest Park scrimmage Hairy ChitlakgSsuperb. vlayiiet aQestaeae team of Tech. students overran Commerce by a score of field on Nov. 8Duringsmes 1 6 ae 13-0. During the first half, however, Tech. was held score- the first three quarters, less by the powerful aerial defense of ends, Buchanan and the Blue and White Michalek. Tom Scott’s plunging drives through the Tech. scored four goals; but in line also helped keep the Tigers scoreless during this half; the final quarter the but at the start of the third quarter, Commerce gridmen Raiders were determin- showed signs of weakening. Several replacements were made, ed to permit no further but the Raiders were unable to make either a goal or a goal- rampage. Babbitt’s spec- line stand. tacular running helped BABBITT SHINES his team plunge deep On October 28, at Palmer, Commerce came to grips with into the Classical terri- a better-manned team. During the first half of the game, tory again and again, Palmer scored again and again to take a lead of 46-0 before but to no avail; neither the third quarter. Commerce came near scoring only when team could score during Red Babbitt led the Raiders in a 60-yard drive to Palmer’s the last quarter of this three yard line. Later, a pass was attempted by Michalek. final game of the season. eLOTs my Basketball Squad REAR ROW—George Bellany, Leon Serra, Robert Larson, Coach Wulff, William Arvanitis, Vernard Frisby. Basketball Bonors AMHERST SCORES At the opening of the basketball sea- son, the game against the Amherst Hur- ricanes started off well for the Commerce basketeers when Bob Larson shot two baskets, and Lindy Serra made a free throw. During the second quarter, when the inexperienced second string took over, Amherst tallied 19 points. Leon Babbitt registered two more baskets for the Raiders during the last half. The final score read 49-8. ANOTHER COMMERCE LOSS The South Hadley five went through a tilt with Com- merce on December 15, and came out victorious, 75-38. High scorers were Serra, 16 points; Larson, 10 points; and Dutton, 5 points. COMMERCE FIRST WIN The first Raider triumph of the season occurred January 5 over the Trade Beavers at their gym. A hoop tossed in the wrong basket by a Trade forward started the scoring for Commerce. When the whistle blew at the half, the game was in a 13-13 deadlock. The third quarter proved to be the turning point: the Woulff-coached five tossed twelve points. In the last few moments of the game, the Beavers, only one basket behind, made a desperate effort to win, but the whistle blew on a final score of 32-29. Leon Babbitt, Curtis Dutton, Harry Chiklakis, William Randall, George Ahern, Israel Greenberg, Constantine Baldman. . { 108 } . FRONT ROW-- HOPKINS OVER COMMERCE On January 10, Hopkins Academy started the scoring with three successful set shots. Commerce scored in the next = quarter, when Chiklakis sank a neat shot, and again when | Dink Larson chalked up six points; but the final score was 12-34. 7 MORE DEFEATS | Sacred Heart of Holyoke turned back Commerce on Jan: uary 12 in the Paper City. The Commerce scoring was g divided between forward Dink Larson, 18 points; Chiklakis, 7; Arvanitis, 4; and Babbitt, 2. The final score: Sacred Heart 68, Commerce 31. COMMERCE VERSUS CLASSICAL ) On January 16, Commerce took on a hungry Classical Bulldog in the Classical gym. During the first period, Larson scored on a foul shot; during the second quarter, Babbitt -| tossed in a free throw, and Greenberg made a lay-up shot. By his specialty, foul shooting, Serra gained nine points in §) the last half. The sudden serious illness of the center, Curt : Dutton, sharply curtailed the Raider’s activities, which ended in a 67-22 count. POPULAR ALUMNI GAME Old stars shone again as the Alumni definitely downed the Commerce Raiders 47-24 in a hoop contest on January 19. Di Palma and Goldberg were in the spotlight for the ! visitors, chalking up 14 and 13 points. Chiklakis starred for the defenders. ; = Orctory. Boom COMMERCE—T RADE Commerce suffered its eighth loss in the game with Trade on January 23 in the Crimson gym. Chiklakis scored the first basket for Commerce, Bob Larson following with a close second. The Trade’s shooting spree proved to be the turn- ing point of the game: the final score, 67-45. COMMERCE VICTORIES Commerce, on January 25, played Rosary’s team at the Paper City gym. This time Commerce was on the high end of a 30-25 score. Lindy Serra celebrated his sixteenth birthday by dropping in six points, one of which decided the game. third-quarter A SECOND WIN The Toss-Up Lenny Goldberg starts the Alumni game by taking the jump from Vic Frisby, regular Commefce center. Commerce gained its second consecutive victory when it turned back Holyoke Trade, 37-29. Red Babbitt did a strong job of guarding in his last game before entering the service. High scorers for Commerce were Chiklakis, 11; Serra, 8; and Larson, whose “hook shots” netted 11 points. Israel Greenberg, Right Guard. . . THIRD IN A ROW In the final seconds of play on February 2, Commerce was able to take a victory from the fighting Rosary quintet. At a 23-23 deadlock and only one minute to go, each squad tried desperately to sink the winning shot. The ball skimmed the rim of both baskets, refusing to go in either, until it finally dropped through the Commerce hoop just before the whistle blew on a final score of 25-23. SECOND CLASSICAL TRIUMPH Classical turned back Commerce for the second time this season, Febru- ary 6, by a 56-32 count. The game was one of the best of the season, although Classical led all the way. The fast-tiring Raiders used only five players. Larson and Babbin played their usually fine game. Little Bill Arvanitis surprised many fans by his fancy ball handling. ONE. LAST DEFEAT. The Crimson was overshadowed, February 12 by the Sacred Heart squad despite a stirring finish. The last quarter proved a breathtaking one, as the Raiders were but one basket shy. The visitors, however, sank two more hoops; the score- board revealed a 41-35 count with Commerce on the short end. Squad in Action LIGHT UNIFORMS—George Bellamy, Left Forward; Vernard Frisby, Right Forward; William Randall, Center; William Arvanitis, Left Guard; . DARK UNIFORMS—Robert Larson, Left Babbitt, Left Guard; Harry Chiklakis, Right Guard. Forward; Leon Serra, Right Forward; Curtis Dutton, Center; Red [ 109 ] In the Gym TOP—Buck-jumpers: Curt Dutton, Babbitt, and Bob Larson. . . CENTER—Somersaultists: Herbert Murphy and George Bellany. . BOTTOM— Muscle-building Commerce Commandos. (Snapster, Eugene Zeller.) Of Men and Muscles OF MOANS AND GROANS Ropes, bucks, and tumbling mats prove to be strenuous George Ahern, Red work for the Commerce boys, if the groans from the weary fellows are true testimony! Behind those groans lies a long story. The repairing of the boys’ locker rooms, during the early part of the school term, delayed the training. To make up for the loss of time, once the gym. was repaired, Coach Wulff has put the boys through extra and more vigorous paces each day. The following tale is typical of a session in the Boys’ Gym. REGIMENTATION The cla ss begins when a shrill blast from Coach Wulff’s whistle brings to a stop the friendly bickering and excited chatter of the boys. After roll call and the orders of the day, the fellows go through a few fast precision marching drills. While they walk in single lines around the gym., the Coach calls out various exercises for the boys to perform, such as the duck walk, leap frog, jumping, and hopping. These exer- cises train the boys’ co-ordination between their minds and muscles, Even early in the period, many of the boys’ faces appear strained from the unaccustomed exercise. Robert Rogow, his muscles bulging as he walks on all fours, puffs like a locomotive. “Not too fast,” shouts Red Thrasher, his crimson face rapidly outshining his flaming hair. { 110 } LEADERSHIP To provide the boys with some leadership training, Mr. Wulff next chooses a boy to lead the rest of the group in calisthenics. Today’s sergeant, Brooks Townsend, calls out ringing commands to the Commerce Commandos; then, un- like a sergeant in the Army, he blocks his ears to the com- plaints that ensue. “Oh, my aching back,” breathlessly shouts yardbird Tom Fitzgerald, as their undaunted C.O. orders a brief rest period on the mats before the setting-up exercises begin. DEPARTURE After exercises, Mr. Wulff often orders the bucks out for leg and feet strengthening exercises. On other days, the ob- stacle course—bucks, mats, horses, and stools—is set up. The boys are timed while running this terrifying course, which provides all types of strenuous exercises. A final blast on the whistle sends the boys dashing upstairs to the locker rooms. After a hasty shower and a quick dress: | ing, they depart to less rigorous classes, AFTER ERFECTS When reluctant muscles finally become accustomed to this daily workout, and groans gradually cease, signs of improve- ment—straight carriage and more alert countenance—give evidence of the success of this athletic-health program. Advertising. Fruends AMETHYST FOR SINCERITY This ballot was taken to show the type of Commerce boys and girls who will patronize our advertisers. CHOICE OF THE DREAMERS True Brothers, 1390 Main Street, are always ready to please with their outstanding jewelry. To make any outfit look lovelier, buy your costume jewelry at Frederick’s Jewelers, 1563 Main Street. L. N. Knowlton, jeweler and optician, at 581 Belmont Ave- nue, asks for your patronage. Dorrety of Boston is again supplying our students, both Seniors and Juniors, with their school rings. TELL IT TO OUR MARINE! Springfield Fire and Marine Insurance Co., 195 State Street, carries all kinds of insurance to make your future secure. FOR IDEAL STUDENTS Northeastern University, Springfield Division, 114 Chestnut Street, offers accounting, man- agement, and business courses. Rider College, Trenton, N. J., trains for success and good opportunities in business, jour’ nalism and commercial teaching. An outstanding business course is presented at Springfield Business Institute, 31 Elm Street. Springfield Civil Service and Commercial School, 145 State Street, specializes in com- mercial and Civil Service work. For complete education in art, science, and business courses, attend American Interna- EAL STUDENTS—UPPER, E. tional College, 20 Amaron Street. ham... . RIGHT—S. Pfisterer. : ane : ieee Cummings, H. Bay Path Institute, 100 Chestnut Street, offers great opportunities for students seeking tdaRis. graduate study in the business field. Make your plans early to enter Becker Junior College, 44 Elm Street, Worcester. It offers many outstanding business courses. The Comptometer School, 145 State Street, offers a business course to fit the graduate im- mediately into the business world. The term for Edgewood Junior College, 198 Armington Street, Edgewood, R. I., begins September 10. Free catalogue. SUCCESS SECRET OF STYLE QUEENS Let Muriel’s, 1451 Main Street, help you get “honors” in making your right clothes selections. Haynes Company, 1502 Main Street, will supply many young men and women with clothes that spell character, Albert Steiger Company, 1479 Main Street, carries all articles needed by a young man or woman in the business world. The Brigham Co., 1365 Main Street, specializes in quality apparel, furs, and accessories for misses and women. FOR COVER GIRLS Have your picture taken at Bosworth’s, 1537 Main Street, and give your friends long-lasting pleasure. TOP RIGHT—DREAMERS, L. Kowal, P. Brusnicki. FAVORITE MARINE, L. Babbitt. . . . LEFT—STYLE QUEENS, N. Keller, R. Ouimet, M. Sullivan. . . . RIGHT —COVER GIRLS, A. English, F. Lucier. ei tise LOVEBIRDS, TAKE NOTICE! For fine flowers, see Frank M. Page at 133 State Street. Wm. Schlatter Son, 12 Pynchon Street, are always supplied with the choicest and freshest in flowers. Only the finest flowers may be obtained at Wenk’s on Hancock Street. Aitken, Inc., Vernon Street, suggests you go to them for flowers of fine quality. NIGHTHAWR’S RENDEZV OUS “Every meal a pleasant memory,” at the Highland Hotel. When good fellows get together, you'll find them at the Hotel Kimball. Your patronage is welcome. occasions. To keep your clothes always looking lovely, try Park Cleaners, Inc., 106 Kensington Avenue. Royce Superior Laundry, 21 Clinton Street, is well known for its efficiency and dependability. FAVORITE OF GIRL GESTAPO ENDORSED BY BOOKWORMS City Opticians, 1660 Main Street, specialize in eyeglasses exclusively. MUSICIAN’S HAVEN Blodgett’s Music Store, 27 Harrison Avenue, specializes in sheet music and music books. See them for your music needs. PLAYBOYS, ATTENTION! Go to Violet’s Gift Shoppe, Belmont Avenue, for unusual gifts for all OUTDOOR GIRLS APPRECIATE CLEANLINESS Buy Hallmark Cards at The Annette Shop, 584 Belmont Avenue. Listen to Charlotte Greenwood every Sunday at 3:00, Station WSPR. CHERUB’S PETS Street. George Ahern. cousin. Jeffery, BOOKWORM Barbara Dickinson, RIGHT; UPPER—OUTDOOR GIRL, Iole Palazzi. CADUCEUS’ PETS, Kathleen Sheehan, Constance Johnson, Shirley Knox. = om Re ad Pigeon Malt his EY Like our 1945 edition of Caduceus? All thanks go to the Acker Printing Company, 191 Chestnut The splendid engravings were made by the Massa- soit Engraving Company, 77 Worthington Street. 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