Durfee High School - Durfee Record Yearbook (Fall River, MA)

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0 TWEMTY-TWO © ELVIRA ACQUARONE “Vera In September, 1920, Vera very reluctantly came trailing from the Wilkes-Barre High School to land at no other place than Durfee. She did not like school life here at first because she was unacquainted with the work. However, as time went on, her class- mates recognized some extraordinary qualities which' made them eager to know her, and which have gathered around her a host of friends. It is inter- esting to know what these qualities are. She has a wonderful personality, which is indispensable to a newcomer; a remarkable wisdom which arouses appreciative admiration; and an ever ready wit which completes an interesting character. As for Miss Acquarone’s plans for the future—she is un- certain whether to become a schoolma’am or a mis- sionary in the southern part of China. JOHN THOMAS AHASEY “Jack “Red Jack claims that his hobbies are basketball and dancing; however, he doesn’t spend much time do- ing either, being better acquainted with ice cream parlors than with the athletic field or dance hall. No doubt, Jack has more than once said, uJe ne sais pas in the classroom, yet we feel that Durfee is all the better for having fostered his mental powers. John has not decided where he'll go next year, but doubtless in future times the Hilltop’s Alumni De- partment will have something good to say about him; that is, when he has stepped out into the world and has done something of note, which will make us proud of our old classmate. GERTRUDE RUTH ANAPOL Gert” “Gertie This cheerful person is “Gert, grinning as usual, and always ready with one of her original jokes. After first meeting Gert, we soon came to like and enjoy her fun-loving personality. Some fairy was very good to Gert when she bestowed on her the precious gift of good nature, which certainly is a great asset. Gert's readiness at any time to do a good turn has made her a favorite with a large number of the Commercial Division girls. By look- ing at Gertie with her tortoise rimmed spectacles, one might think that she is very studious. On the contrary—but we mustn't tell tales now that school is out. Keep up the jokes, Gert, and best wishes always. 15

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© DVIRFEE 0 EDNA EILLEEN ABBOTT “Eddie” One must know Eddie well to appreciate her fully. But, although she is not the sensational type, her sweet personality and pleasing appearance make one like her at first sight. For this she has gained a great reputation in the eyes of her classmates. Edna is a lover of books and enjoys reading the great masterpieces for she appreciates their qual- ities with an admirable understanding. Without hesitation we can say that Edna will become a prom- inent figure in her chosen profession. With her con- geniality and her beaming good nature how could anything but the best good fortune befall her? EVA MARIE ABBOTT W Eve is a regular optimist—one of those people who will never look on the dark side of life and are always wearing a cheerful expression. It is said that her chief hobby is dancing—although she appears to be very quiet and reserved—but you never can tell. In Rogers High of Fairhaven she spent her grammar school days where she must have received a splendid background for her high school work, as she always ranks well in her studies. She is as yet undecided about her plans for next year but we know she’ll succeed for she can make anything a “go.” JOHN HOLMES ACORNLEY “Acorn Record Staff Here is one “Acorn” who is not a “nut.” We all agree on that. Who has not read the articles by this budding literary light which appear so regu- larly in the Hilltop,—and what interesting articles he can evolve! He loves his books, school-books and all. Acorn has no definite college intentions at present, but means to pursue bis studies in a soli- tary manner (not necessarily confinement). Well, we know that many a college would be grateful for his intellect which sprouted in the Susan H. Wixon School or maybe earlier, who knows! Acorn is one of Durfee’s few inmates who never become excited —no riotous yodel lings bring upon Acorn the harsh looks of keepers—er—we mean teachers. But be- neath this quiet exterior we all know that there lurks a great fund of good fellowship such as Dur- fee alone can produce. 14

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0 DVJRFEE 0 MILDRED ALICE ANTHONY President Nursing- Club Alice is small in stature but most certainly not in accomplishments. She hails from the John Clarke School of Newport where she spent her grammar school days, Alice is full of pep and when she lets loose—hold everything! Her jokes provoke spasms of laughter which usually leave one a wreck from howling when she finally stops. She claims as her hobbies walking and talking, and we can surely af- firm this statement—also adding that she is very efficient in both and extremely effective in the latter, Framingham Normal will probably be her next stopping place on the “road to success.” We feel certain that her “peppy personality” will get her “there.” GRACE LESLIE ARNOLD Quite different from most High School girls is Grace Leslie Arnold. We seldom see her at a dance, as a fox-trot would not harmonize with Grace's dig- nity; we never hear her singing a popular tune be- cause that kind of music does not appeal to this calm and placid girl. Yet in what kind of recrea- tion does this unusual Miss indulge? Ptace her in a room filled with books, and we find her in perfect eongruity, for reading is Grace's greatest pleasure. From this bit of information we would naturally in- fer that Grace will continue her studies in the liter- ary field. However, her favorite subjects are those pertaining to science, chemistry, physics, and trigo- nometry, She will continue in this branch of learn- ing at Pembroke where she intends to go after her graduation from Durfee. ETHEL MAY ARTHUR Secretary Nursing Club Ethel is a member of the famous “Tech IV Girls’ ” class. She is unexcelled when it comes to being waitress or serving luncheons—this happens during school hours! Rut any time during the summer, Ethel can be seen keeping the beaches from going bankrupt, for swimming is one of her hobbies. For a winter pastime Ethel may be seen fox-trotting over the dance hall floor. Ethel is popular every- where! And sing—well if you never heard Ethel sing you sure have missed something. Her voice could easily be compared to that of a nightingale. Another thing we’re sure of is that she will make a rip-roaring success at Framingham next year. 16