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

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CONTINUING CHERUB S INTERVIEWS In ihc library, ihc mascot finds Miss Anderson. Whether participating in a frantic search for an elusive hook, or rhythmically counting the strokes of a penmanship exercise, this busy lady demonstrates complete mastery of every situation. Assisting her during their study periods arc sev- eral teachers. One of these, friendly Mrs. Bartlett, is famed for her thought-provoking explanations of the building of our American civilization. Another. Miss Blakcinun. keenly alert to the responsiveness of her students, instills into them a real interest in literature. Equally as well known in the library is Miss Briggs. “Knowledge is power: it is not the form of government that counts, but the character of the people in it. ' Emphasized by this discerning teacher, these aphorisms challenge civics students to a belter understand- ing of the responsibilities of citizenship. of whom he discovers in room 220. Because her personality is spiced with that undefinable something that keeps stu- dents on their toes. Mrs. Conrad easily captures the interest of her classes. One flight up reigns Miss Conway. Despite her apparent leniency, her almost regal poise suggests a firmness also evidenced by her unflinching gaze. Another member of the stenographic department. .Mrs. Davis, whose charm lies in her animation, inevitably amuses her students when she scurries hack to her home room for a book thut she has forgotten: then, with a characteristic Davis joke and smile, makes up for lost lime by rapid dictation and well- planned business procedure. After leaving 317. our video Emcee visits Miss Dobbs in 111. Her southern-flavored, smiling Hello. and cheerful willingness to assist her clothing students and senior advisees TOP Mr. Wifafer . . . nono»! — Mrs. I.indcn. Mi Scott. Mbs Conway. Mbs Mimks . . . Miss MrKally. Mim ll -l . Mi» llulkcfey. Mr. Walkrr. Mr. Younir. Mrs. Yoons. Mi» Murphy. Mbs Humt-i-ton. Min Nrllbmn. Mbs Pfacl| . Mbs Lynch. Mr. Clanecy. Mbs Brbn. Mbs Wolfe. Mr. Joan. Miss SchW »t..n. Miss McCWry. Ascending to the third floor. Cherub spies Mr. Buckley, the picture of ultra dignity. The martial member of our faculty walks down the corridor, razor-sharp creases in his trousers puckering in rhythm with his step. An approaching student hails. Hello. Mr. Buckley!”; with the swiftness of a boyish grin, the illusion of seriousness is shattered. The Caduceus Emcee next passes a foods teacher. Who is she? Carefully blend these ingredients: milk-white liuir. chocolate-brown eyes, sweet smile, creamy complexion, und pepper-dolled dress. Outcome? Miss Bulkclry. Near her. Mr. Clanrey, breathless from his many duties, stands still for a moment, feel widespread and arms slightly bent, as if poised to fly as soon as he has regained his composure. Approaching him. personable Mr. Collins, surrounded by a group of admiring girls, shows youthful energy combined with a quiet air of good-natured authority — qualities con- tributing to the popularity of this athletic director. Cherub enjoys portraying his faculty friends, another one have endeared this teacher, a rebel in A aukee territory, to all who know her. Another member of the faculty is discovered in room 210. As she conscientiously teaches the intricacies of filing. Miss Dowd comments on items of current interest that unfailingly enliven her classes. Equally as cheering is Miss Flynn’s spontaneous flow of complimentary adjectives, enthusias- tically discharged when one of her French students perfectly conjugates a diflieull verb.

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'I he High School of Commerce Faculty LEFT TO RIGHT. REAR ROW Mr. GIIIh .I C. WnlK.r, Ml»» Mae G. Anderson. Honora F. Nelliumi, Ml» Helen M. Lyn.li. Ml»» Miululine C. Hunt, Mins Jnnet Mi» Elwinor M. Walk.!. Mi» France» C. Illakeman, Mi»» Ruth !. Marsilen. M !. Dowd. Min» Helen M. llumliorMon. Mis» MumuiUi A. Moril . Mi « 1» t« In - Ml»» Helen G. Flynn. Mi Mm ion II. Davis. Miss Dora 1. Briar . Mr . Helen I . Mr». Catherine C. Mori arty . . . SECOND ROW - Mr. Guy D. Miller. Mr. Jam»- Mr. Thom» Collin». Mi II. Kliialieth Phelps. Miss Helen K. Rankin. Mr. Joarph Harold W. Join . Mr. Churl. II. Oswald. Mr. Stanley O. Smith. Miu Jean C. Nickerson. Mr. Leslie S. Shipway ABSENT FROM PICTURE Mr. Otto II. Qnbwdwdnq. Owi Although Cherub is fondly familiar with the members of the Commerce faculty, he nevertheless has conferred with hi co-workers, the Caduceus editors, before presenting to you. his video audience, the very human qualities of your teachers. Naturally, the mascot first pictures the school enlrunce. Just inside stands Mr. Smith, serenely watching the pussing parade of students from his office door vantage point. His amusedly interested blue eyes, and sincere, fatherly smile evidence a benevolent, personal interest in the welfare of all his “Commerce children. Discerning students are attracted by the contagious aura of comfortable fumiliurily. an inte- gral part of sympathetic S. 0. S. Approaching the office counter. Clicruh greets Miss Dan- forlli. a woman rather in the tradition of New England, with her reserved, yet forceful manner. Although she seldom has occasion to speak to students, her attentive eyes reveal a complete understanding of those who experience the privi- lege of meeting her. Next. Cherub observo two other mem- bers of the office staff. Although Miss I lumber-ton's pleasant Mi» Alice F. Dan forth. Miss Mildred C. DoIiIih, Ml»» KMlnrim A Wolf. Mi» E. Scott. Miss Dorothy M. Murphy . . . FOURTH ROW Mi il.r'nic- V. W hite, rs. Helen P. Younir. Mi» Mildr..i B. Jrnki. Mi»» Grace L. Bulkeley. Mi» Suaan E. Maurer . . THIRD ROW Mi» Eleanor B. Hyde. Mi » Alice M. Smith, (onrad. Mr». Rena P. Bartlett. Miu Jennie M. Hoi-it . Miu Mary C. Conway. I- Clancey. Mr. G. Donald Melville. Mr. Carl R. Stone. Miu Alberta McCleary. E. Buckley. Mr. Harold E. Taylor . . . FRONT ROW Mr. Bruno Kumpal. Mr. SrhloMtrin. Mr. Ruurll L. Williams. Mr. William W. Wilder. Mr. Walter D. WiillT. Mrs. Helen G. Lynch. dCwnan J’ocully smile and quiet humor suggest a possible leniency, the firm set of her mouth reveals a determination proved by the posi- tive negativo given to counter loungers seeking absurd privileges. As he leaves the office, the Caduceus Kmcee waves to Miss Murphy. Exhibiting her usual responsive maimer, she cheerfully is smiling while she solves one of the innu- merable problems confronting a student. Near the office door. Cherub notices a familiar figure, hips usually compressed malter-of-faelly. but potentially in readiness for one of bis geniul smiles. Doc Melville unper- turbcdly saunters down the hall. Seeing him thus, many puzzled Commerce Newtons vainly have endeavored to dis- cover why, his pants, worn low around the hips, always have resisted the impending disaster of gravitational force. Before he ventures further. Cherub attempts to secure a pass from our Assistant Principal. Darting around the cor- ner. lie discovers efficient Mr. Ubiquitous Williams, who apparently is noticing everyone and everything. For in- stance. while greeting one student, he suddenly whirls about to question another, all in llie space of a few minutes.

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FURTHER RECOLLECTIONS OF THE ROVING REPORTER As he is introducing teachers alphabetically. Cherub next visits 226. where, w ith smiling serenity and impartial judg- ment, Miss Hunt competently prepares her typing pupils for business futures. Then he pictures amicable Miss Hyde. So quiet is her manner, so pleasantly low is her voice that when she calmly asks her students to lower their voices, they do so immediately, without the usual echo of subdued com- ment. Hurrying down two flights, he next interviews Miss Jcnks, who possesses real power in developing a sense of executive responsibility in those whom she advises. Later up in room 320, the Emcee chuckles at the look of innocence that is crossing Mr. Jones' face during a difficult test. On the second floor he stops long enough to sec whether the teacher in 208 needs any help, but quickly realizes that although new to our school, charming Mrs. Lynch has al- ready won a place for herself by her sunny smile and co-operative manner. In the hall. Cherub greets smiling guidance counselor Miss Lynch. Unfailingly cordial, she pauses for a brief chat. Just then the Caduceus mascot is attracted by the sprightly walk of petite Miss Maurer. Her in- fectious smile wins from him a re- sponsive glow that is revived in 206, where he notices Miss McCleary's comprehending twinkle of laughing blue eyes and half suppressed smile that subtly deepens a dimple. Contin- uing his rovings, this time on the third floor. Cherub greets gentle and con- siderate Miss Morsdcn, whose art students are mystified but fascinated by her thorough comprehension of reflective colors. Ever in a rush, the video Emcee now elects the easiest way of going downstairs — the banister. As he picks himself up from the bottom step, he thinks of two friends in 111. With composure, competence, and understanding. Miss McNally, who was on leave of absence much of this year, will minister to his bruised needs. Discomfort and illness also would have vanished had he confronted the radiant smile and genuinely sympathetic interest of her substitute, Miss Morris. Recalling more friends on the third floor. Cherub hastily rcclimbs the stairs. In 3I8A. he sees affable Mr. Miller, solemnly straightening his bow tie und assuming his “next problem expression. In a near-by room. Mrs. Moriarty is utilizing her astute judgment and business-like ways to con- vert her classroom into a friendly business office. Naturally the mascot often echoes student comments re- garding faculty members. He agrees with their opinion that the severe hair style and the newest calf-length of Miss Nelligan’s strikingly colorful dresses make her outstanding in the field of fashions. Cherub learns that band members appreciate the endeavors of concil- iatory Mr. Nickerson to solve the scholastic, musical, and love perplex- ities of his students. Possibly due to this assuaging role, Mr. Nick is now faced by the problem of a receding hairline; however, he has asserted that he'd rather be a high-brow than a long-hair! The Emcee also is fascinated by Mr. Oswald's habit of using his artistically tapered fingers when giving class directions. TOP M. Dim. H. Nelli- •ran. M- Dobbs. J. Clanccy. C. Walker. H. Phrlm. C. Oswnld. C. Stone. II. Taylor. M. Maurer . . . CENTER II. Kumpal. O. Wulff. H. Rankin . . . BOTTOM W. Nickerson. S. Dowd. M. Hunt. M. Conway. A. Dan- forth. H. H umbers! on. D. Murphy. C. Miller. II. Con- rad. R. Marsden. A. Smith. J. Roberta. C. Moriarty. II. M- Lynch. E. Walker. F. Blakeman.