Diman Vocational High School - Artisan Yearbook (Fall River, MA)

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GEORGE A. SIMMONS 907 Meridian Street A Electrician George came to us from Morton Jr. High School and traveled a long way from home to receive his vocational education. Being of a friendly and popular disposition, he has found little trouble in gaining the admiration and respect of all who know him. Since George is an outstanding electrical student, we know that his ability and foresight will make him a success in his trade. ROBERT L STEVENS fB0bl 79 Munsey Avenue, Swansea Interior Decorating Probably one of the most outstanding traits in Bob is his hastery of the trade he has chosen, He has become known as the best sign painter in the school and with time he will -probably be the best in the city. Besides his keen sense of humor, he is very seldom seen without a smile on his face. As far as we are concerned, Bob will never find himself lacking friends. WILLIAM J. STICKNEY 230 Fifth Street Auto Mechanics A likeable fellow, Bill is among the quieter boys of the class who has come a long way since he entered Diman. Having overcome innumerable odds, he has successfully adapted himself to the Auto Mechanics trade, and will undoubtedly attain good fortune in years to come. LAWRENCE M. SUTCLIFFE fLarryJ 552 Palmer Street Cabinet Making Through his' eagerness to master the carpenter trade, Larry has displayed talent and ability in his work, and is always ready with a helping hand for anyone in distress. He believes in the never say die philosophy which helps him to tackle any job he is given. The graduating class wishes nothing but success in achieving his life's goal. 34

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LAWRENCE E. MORTON KI.arryJ 582 Hicks Street Electrician Coming to Diman, Larry has achieved his ambition as a tradesman by his active, conscientious work. Possessing serene confidence, he has the ability to make and hold friends by his sense of humor. How can he have anything but a bright future? DANIEL MOTTA fDannyl 1Dan D 120 Raymond Street Auto Mechanic Dan is an auto mechanic in every sense of the word. Through his dili- gent and persevering manner, he has won many friends both among his class- mates as well as in the student body. He is good natured, with a smile and a kind word for all. Far from an inferior student, Danny's climb will be quick and successful. WALTER NUTTALI. 93 Keeley Street Cabinet Maker Always ready for a friendly discussion, Walter has shown his ability to stand on his own two feet and to defend right above might. Friendly and courteous, he had no trouble making friends at Diman and his ability and skill have made him a leader in his chosen vocation. ALFRED OLIVIER fFredJ 184' Anthony Street Machinist For the past four years Fred has brightened the halls of Diman by his jovial personality and relentless smile. A good tradesman he always found time to participate in athletics, and was certain to hold his own on the sports field. Accomplishment will surely come his way. 31

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PETER M. TAVARES fPeteD 192 Wellington Street Cabinet Maker Pete's four years at Diman were marked by hard work and a will to win attitude. Quiet and modest, he has definite ambitions to become a top tradesman, and he is determined to achieve his aspirations. Cheerful and pos- sessing a winning smile, we know that Pete will quickly climb the ladder of success. ALDAM T. TESSIER, JR. fPeteD 837 Stafford Street Machinist Pete is one of those students that few can criticize. He is friendly, .sincex-e, conscientious, and helpful and will long be remembered for those superb quali- ties by his classmates. His determination to get things done made his stay at Dirnan a success and we are sure that he will carry into the working world his pleasing, happy, personality. DONALD VARANESE QDuckyD CDOHJ 967 Bedford Street Auto Mechanic Coming to us after a brief stay at Durfee, Don had no trouble fitting into the vocational curriculum at Diman. Friendly and witty, he takes both work and play in stride and always shows a willingness to help anyone in need. One could always count on Don to lift the morale of the Auto Shop for he has displayed keen talent in his chosen profession. LOUIS VENAFRO fLoul 863 Bedford Street Auto Mechanic Louis came to us from the Fowler School, and by his easy going and good natured .ways has acquired many friends amongst his classmates. His love for automobiles has helped him to master the auto mechanic trade, which we all know will help Louis acquire nothing but success in years to come.