Fitchburg High School - Boulder Yearbook (Fitchburg, MA)

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CLASS '25 BOOK John Francis Dooling O liberty! thou goddess heavenly bright John studies when he has to, but he has plenty of other ways to spend his time. He is an excellent skater and a graceful dancer. He is fond of the movies. That is why he ushers at Shea's. Baseball (3-4). Paul Thomas Driscoll Wearing his widsom lightly A happy-go-lucky boy, famous for his black and white shoes. They are his one sensitive point. He will be re- membered for his cartoons; the only unfortunate thing is that he usually takes greater pleasure in them than any- one else. Paul's one great delight is golf, although he could easily qualify as a movie critic. Occasionally he has his quiet moments, but we ask him, How often do they occur. Leon Arthur Drury, Jr. My life is one dem'd horrid grind Leon is always calm and composed. Every morning he walks into Mr. Hubbard's class like a little tin soldier. He'd brave anything. He and Mr. Howard are inseparable. Beware of him when he puts on his Beau Brummel manners because he's out to sell a ticket for a dance. A good sport and a good dancer. Dramatic Club (2-3-4), French Club, Orchestra, Red and Gray (3-4), Manager of Basket-ball, Class Play. Paul Kenneth Dudley By knowledge we do learn ourselves to know Paul is one of our left-handed friends whose glasses lend him an otvl-like look. We fear, however, that some of his ideas might come to grief if put to practice. He appreci- ates a joke immensely, especially if it is on someone else. To prevent a joke being played on him in the physical lecture room, he always either sits on his books or holds them tightly. Raymond Anthony Dunn A gentleman, a scholar, a true friend Raymond is in all respects a model Senior. He is in the foremost ranks of scholarship and is highly regarded by both teachers and pupils. A glimpse into his handsome, somewhat stern, yet boyish features cannot but evoke admiration for the lofty ideals and characteristics por- trayed there. Marshal, Glee Club (2), School Council, Class Book Committee (4). 20

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CLASS '26 BOOK 3. Donald Francis Demont A quiet worker, a stedfast friend'' Donald is very shy and retiring, but at heart he just loves to be socialsle. He has English fourth hour in Room 22. Every now and then he proves to us that he is truly present by spouting forth streams of hidden knowledge. Donald is a great outdoors man and is the only boy in the class who has been awarded the Eagle for his prowess in scouting. Catherine Mary Dempsey I'll smile while the rest oj the world goes by Catherine is not related to Jack, although some people think that there is a slight resemblance. She has dark hair which she wears in a most becoming boyish bob. When she smiles she just beams all over. We envy her because she has a wonderful limousine, yet lives only two stones throw from the school. Helen Catherine Dempsey Always ready, ahvays there, Always willing to do her share We cannot help liking Helen as she is always so lively and full of fun. But she can be very serious at times. When she is working as secretary of the Dramatic Club, j'ou'd hardly know her, she's so dignified and industrious. Her major sport seems to be tennis, but her specialty is working with insects and animals in the Biolog ' Lab. She has just loarls of friends of both sexes. Earrings are very becoming to you, Helen. Glee Club (2), Class Ring Committee (3), Marshal, Secretary of Dramatic Club, Class Book, Senior Class Play (4). James Vincent Devlin There is mischief in this man When school is over, Turkey turns his steps toward West I'itchburg. He is a patron of the school dances and never fails to enliven the company. Turkey is an industri- ous chap and until lately has worked at the PVank G. Smith China store. He finds opportunity for a good time now and then. Class (May, Glee Club (4). Nicholas Joseph DiNinno Serene oj mind, cheerfid of heart icholas is a prominent member of our wonderful band. He is a good I' rench scholar and may often be seen pound- ing the keys of the typewriter under Miss Miner's compe- tent guidance. Nicholas sits in Room 28. He very .seldom talks in school, for he believes his life should be devoted to music and commercial work. Orchestra, Band (2-,?-4). 19

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CU '25 BOOK James Allyne Durkin Fortune assists the hold Jimmy has a natural tendency towards wearing bright ties. He is always in a cheerful mood and his vocal train- ing shows itself in his tone whenever he meets anyone he knows. He may be seen and heard morning and noon in the lunch-room where the most pleasant and carefree hours of his school life are spent. Either a similarity in name or manner, or both, brings him into intimate association with Jimmy Devlin, the man from the wild and woolly West. Relay Team, Glee Club. John Frederick Earley Fred is a violinist and member of the orchestra. Even- ings he may usually be seen, like a true pharmacist, labor- ing behind the soda-fountain in Murphy's. He is an efficient marshal and directs with skill the passing of those students who venture near the boys' entrance on the first floor. Fred is also Secretary-Treasurer of the Boys' De- bating Club. We understand that he is to be a pharmacist and we wish him success in his undertaking. Orchestra, Marshal (3-4), Secretary-Treasurer of Boys' Debating Club, Class Play, Class Party Committee (4). Eugelia Eddy As merry as the day is long We all like Tinky 'cause she is so full of fun. Whenever she's around, we're almost always sure to be in fits of laughter. Although books haven't much interest for Tinky, she manages to get along O.K. She has a large circle of friends of both sexes and is very fond of dancing. Dramatic Club (1-4), Glee Club, Hockey (2), Basket- ball. Sylvia Marie Elovaara love tranquil solitude And such society As is quiet, wise, and good Sylvia is one of the most ambitious of our classmates. She is always dignified and serious in her dealings. The greatest thing in her high school career has been studying, which accounts for her excellent record. She is a real shark in stenography. Although Sylvia is not prominent in social or athletic activities in school, she is a loyal and devoted supporter of the Finnish Lutheran Church. Clara Harriet Erickson Iler gravest mood could scarce displace The sunshine of her lovely face Harriet does not have much to say, but then, why should she.'' Her charming smile bespeaks volumes of happy thoughts. Her twinkling eyes and curly hair have caused many a normal heart to skip a beat. We hear that Harriet is a wonderful swimmer. Maybe she'll take Gertrude Ederle's place some dav, who knows? Basket-ball (1), (lleeClub, French Club (4). 21 AVCAVXXVm