Deer Isle High School - Gatherer Yearbook (Deer Isle, ME)

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6 THE GATHERER Senior Class History In the fall of 1946 fourteen very jittery eighth graders entered the doors of Deer Isle High School. We all felt very small as we were examined by the upper classmen. We soon regained our 'true size when we were told that we were going to 'be allowed to have our home room seats in the main room. We were the first eighlth graders to have that privilege. We had a new staff of teachers that year. They were Mr. and Mrs. Matheson and Miss Thayer. Miss Marion Jacques was our part time music instructor. We elected the foll'owing officers to repre- sent our class: President, Norma Gray, Vice-President, Lorraine Poitras, Secretary, Beverly Eaton, and Treasurer, Wilfred Weed. Before our first year had expired, we had loslt two memlbers. They were Juanita Hardy and Dorothy Eaton, which brought our num- ber down lto twelve. Being eighth graders, our activities and privileges were few, there- fore, our ambitions were directed at the ulti- mate goal, 'qto hit the honor roll. By the result of mudh hard work many 'of us ac- complished that deed. As freshmen, a party was given in our honor, at which time we were to entertain the rest of 'the school. This social gathering was held at the Morey Farm. The best part being the serving of the refreshments. We elected the following officers: Presi- dent, Judith Haskell, Vice-president, Wilfred Weed, Secretary, Lorraine Poitras, and Treasurer, Beverly Eaton. During our freshman year, Joan Martins joined us for a time, although she soon trans- ferred to another school. Soon after Betty Powers, destined to be our senior president, joined our class, making thirteen in number. We were very sorry that Miss Thayer had left us, but we were greeted by two new faculty members, Mr. Adamian and Mrs. Eaton. As sophomores, we held a party in the Parish House in honor of the freshmen. After the usual proceedings, at which time the freshmen so amusingly entertained us, re- freshments were served, and dancing fol- lowed. Everyone, including the freshmen, had an enjoyable time. We elected the following officers. Presi- dent, Judith Haskell, Vice-president, Wilfred Weed, Secretary, Lorraine Poitras, and Treasurer, Beverly Eaton. Mr. Adamian left that year, and Mr. Sutherland took his place, Mrs. Johnson also joined us. We were sorry to lose five of our members that year. They were Judith Haskell, Philip Thompson, Erland Dunham, Roland Allison, and Maurice Robbins. This left us with eight members. When we returned the next fall to our junior year, we were pleased to welcome Robert Snelling into our class, making our number a total of nine. At our first clafs meeting, we elected Betty Powers as Presi- dent, Robert Snelling as Vice-president, Lor- raine Poitras as Secretary, and Beverly Eaton as Treasurer. We also made arrangements for our exhibition at the fair. We decided to be the occupants of the white elephant booth, and we once again won second prize with our elaborate display. We found that Mr. Sutherland had left us, but Mr. Elkhorn had assumed his duties. Miss Webster was our part-time music teach- er. Last fall eight classmates, more cultured than five years before, entered the doors of Deer Isle High School for their last year as a class together. The first thing to be done was to elect executives to carry on our busi- ness and work. The following people capably filled the positions: President, Betty Powers, Vice-president, Norma Gray, Secretary, Lor- raine Poitras, Treasurer, Beverly Eaton. Miss Plevock became our full time music instructor this year, and we are benefiting greatly from the extra time we are allowed for this subject.

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THE GATHERER Harry Roswell Davis, Jr. ' Pink Born at Deer Isle, Maine, May 23, 1932. Course, General. joke Editor of 'Gatherer 145, Senior Play 145, Class Day Play 135. Rattle, rattle, here comes Harry in his rickety car. Although his cars are rickety, they certainly come in handy when dirt, furniture, and other items need to be hauled. We do not know what Harry plans for the future, but with his instruction along the carpentry lines, which he received in the practical science course, we know he will be a success in his future work. Marilyn Merle Davis Marilyn Born at Deer Isle, Maine, September 27, 1933. Course, College. Photography Editor of Gatherer 145. Senior Play 13,45, Chorus 11,3,45, Dancing Class 115, Typing Certificate 135, Property Mana- ger of School P'lay 135, Li'brary Club 13, 45, O.B.E. Club 145, Usher 11, 2, 35, First Honor Essay 145. Marilyn takes a particular liking for English. She certainly shows superiority when it comes to writing themes and book reports. We have heard rumors that Marilyn plans to go to Vermont to take up the study of Robots , Whatever Marilyn does in the future, the Class of '51 wishes her the best of luck. Beverly Lorraine Eaton Bev Born at Little Deer Isle, Maine, April 3, 1933. Course, Commercial. Class Treasurer 11, 2, 3, 45, Softball 11, 2, 3, 45, Basketball 11, 2, 3, 45, Editor-in-Chief of Gatherer 145, Sports Editor of Gatherer 13, 45, A.A. Vice-president 13, 45, Usher 11, 2, 35, Senior Play 145, junior Play 125, Bookkeeping, Typing, and Shorthand Certificates 135, Golf and Tennis 135, Captain of Magazine Drive 145, Library Club President 135, O.B.E. Club 13, 45, Chorus 11, 3, 45, Class Marshal 135, Library Club 11, 2, 3, 45, Salutatory 145. Bev not only is a whiz in her studies, but she also is one ef the most valuable on our basketball squad. With Bev as one of our forwards, we can always count on the points running high in our favor. We aren't sure what her future plans are, but we know she will go ahead with them with the vim and vigor as she has done throughout her stay at D.I.H.S. Good Luck, Bev. Edwin Ernest Eaton Wumpie Born at Sunshine, 1Maine, January 22, 1934. Course, General. Chorus 13, 45, Senior Class Play 145, Christmas Pageant 135, Orchestra 145, Soloist 145. Edwin is the quiet member of our class. He distinguished him- self at the minstrel show as a soloist. We do not know what his plans are for the future, but we do know that music will be involved. Best of luck from the Class of '5l.