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

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THE DURFEE RECORD '24 iHauhelta Brmiks “May” “Lee” “May” graduated from the Davis School well versed in literary subjects and she has been continually acquiring knowledge since coming’ to Durfee. One of the reasons for this is that her hobby is reading and she works while she plays. “Lee” is s prominent member of the Hilltop Staff, being in the news department and the editor of Personals. She is well liked by everyone for her winning smile and captivating manner. The next stop that “May” makes after leaving Durfee will be at Bridgewater Normal School. Hilltop, 4. Albert Broikiu “Al” Who doesn’t know “Ai”?T the Rudolph Valentino of our class? It makes no difference whether it in at a dub meeting, game, or dance, the affair is not complete if Albert isn’t there. Walking out of the Samuel Watson School, with his diploma tucked firmly under his arm, he joyfully entered on the lists of Durfee. He is a member of the Dramatic Club and the Forum and has done very much to make them more successful. Next year, our friend intends to g o to Harvard, where, we are sure, he will keep up his good work. May you have the best of luck, “A3”, old boy. Forum, 4, Dramatic Club, 4. Stmmt Brutkiit “Si” “Si”, one of Durfee’s shining lights, graduated from the Samuel Watson School. His career in school has been a good one, making many friends for him as the years glided by. Somehow, his personality gets around you and you are another one of his steadfast friends. As for music, “Si” has them beat a mile. One pull of the bow and you are a captive of his enthralling notes. Leading his famous orchestra, our boy musician has made a name for himself here. “Si” enjoys all athletics and dancing. As a dancer he certainly does make a wonderful partner. Witty? Why, that’s his middle name. He can make a joke out of almost anything and he always is ready to give you a good time. Next year “Si” intends to pursue an advanced course of study at Boston University, when we hope to hear more of this promising young man. Commercial Club, 4, Board of Directors. 28

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THE DURFEE RECORD ’24 (l)rnrqi' 1 . iLlribqe “Bridgey ’ In 1920 “Bridgey” came from the Davis Grammar School, Ills chief pastime in the fall is football. Although he was unable to come out for the Varsity he enjoyed himself with other teams. “Bridgey” belongs to the Latin Club, and the Electrical Club. After he leaves us he will resume his studies at General Electric, where he will study electric engineering. Latin Club, 3. Electrical Club, 4. iMiltnu H-L “Milt” “Mit” “Brighty” “Gang way,” Here is some of Dighton’s stock. “If they're all like “Milt” there, it must he some town. “Brighty” has gained many friends since he came here and is liked by all. He was a member of the football squad in his senior year but he had to quit because of the distance he lived from the Alumni field. He was also Vice-President of the Electrical Club. When “Brighty” leaves the halls of Durfee he will enter Brown University. Vice-President Electrical Club, 4. Football, 4, 3Jnlm -1J. trunks “Doc” “No, “Doc” isn't a minister or a physical! but an issue of “Captain Billy’s”.” “Doc” graduated from the Henry Lord Grammar School and decided to join our band at Durfee. He is interested in sports, baseball above all. John is planning- to become an electrician and is now an active member of the Electrical Club. He is at present spending his time trying to find out how long a short circuit is. We wish him success. Electrical Club, 4, 27

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THE DURFEE RECORD ’24 3J it 1 t ix . JiruUm “Brownie” ‘“Who is in the lead bow?” “Brownie” is the fellow from whom you hear the bass laugh. He Is known as a natural comedian and is noted for his good nature. “Brownie” intends to enter the business world after Durfee finishes with him. Best wishes to you, “Brownie”. Jjitlta IutiUui Brawny” “Julsy” “Julius Caesar” Choo! Choo! Watch out! Here comes Julia, the vamping lady of the Commercial course. “Julsy , the little flapper of the key-note group, has been the cause of many a broken heart. Sociable with everybody, “Browny” has mad a host of friends in Durfee, and it is all due to her remarkable personality. Her favorite amusement is dancing and no high school dance is complete without her. “Julius Caesar” intends to try her luck in the business world, for she believes in getting a practical education before she gets------------. Julia is an admirer of all outdoor sports, especially the icy art of skating. She can be seen promenading Main Street with a pair of skates slung over her shoulder, but as for skating?----?------- We wish to you, “Julsy”, the best of luck and ve?ve not a doubt that you're going to be successful in whatever you undertake! Ivutli IsWllUl “Rufus” Have you ever noticed in your wanderings about Durfee, a quiet looking girl with black bobbed hair and brown eyes? Well, this girl is out “Rufus”. When the Highland School reluctantly, indeed, relinquished its right on “Rufus”, Durfee gave her a warm welcome If you wish aid in any of your studies just go to room 12 and ask “Rufus”, because there isn't anything in Hie line of studying that “Rufiis” can t. do. Simmons will be favored by the presence of “Rufus” in the fall and we hope that she will carry away all the honors during her stay there. The best of luck to you, “Rufus”. Latin Club, 3, 2'J