Fitchburg High School - Boulder Yearbook (Fitchburg, MA)

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1937 Francis Joseph Cormier A man must devote some of his time to other things than study. Francis is a pleasant, well-met fellow, liked by all who know him. He is a good dancer, and he also likes to play golf, which he enjoys the most of all sports. Francis hasn't, as yet, decided what he intends to do. Wilfred Louis Cravedi Had a tongue at will And yet was never loud. Probably the antithesis of his mother's expectations in scholar- ly ways but nevertheless a welcome to the class of '37. He spends a great deal of his time out of school in delivering groceries for Cravedi's market which shows that his life is not all for naught. Roland Anthony Croteau Men of few words are the best men. Roland is known throughout the school as an excellent baseball player. His ability has saved many a game for Fitchburg High. Hs is captain of the team this year. Roland finds life worth while, en- joys it, and helps to make it more pleasant. Baseball 2, 3. James Joseph Devine If you would rule the world quietly, you must keep it amused. Jimmy is the nervous and easily excitable type that, when un- wound, is enjoyed by every one. His spare moments are spent setting up at the bowling alleys, and practising ping-pong at the . Jimmy intends to take up mechanical work at some trade school. Dramatic Club 2, Glee Club 4. Doris Yvette Chalifoux Her pure simplicity is pleasing to all. Dark-eyed Doris dotes on walks, and whether her thoughts are about her or a thousand miles away, we do not know. Doris has made no definite plans yet as to the future. During her high school days her cousin was her constant chum. Barbara Winthrop Chasteney Joy rises in me like a summer's morn. Bobby is a friend to all. She has won great applause in her portrayals of colored servants. She readily joins all the fun in which her friends indulge. Because of her interest in outside activi- ties, Bobby enjoys cheering for her Alma Mater at Crocker Field. Dramatic Club, Glee Club 3, Reader's Guild 4. Davida Mary Christian Vain pleasures I abhor. It seems that Davida is always on some championship team and justly she may be called the best all around girl athlete of the school. Her summer address is the Pearl Street swimming pool, where she excels as a diver. Volleyball, Basketball 2, 3, Hockey 2, 4. Barbara Elizabeth Connors She's a regular girl in every way. Barbara is perhaps the best example of an all around girl to be found in our class. Enthusiastic about sports, both as a participant and a spectator, she also excels in her studies. For lessons in harmonious living, seek this great exponent of the abundant life. Hockey 2, 4, Dramatic Club, Councillor 3, 4, Basketball, Volley- ball 2, 3, 4, Editor of The Boulder, Round Table 4. Page 15

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1937 Wallace Winans Cairns Talent is that which is a man's power. The drawing pencil and the paint box are the born companions; of Wallace. Decorative genius and a true artistic trait are cer- tainly not lacking in him. for he has won several prizes in the Christmas lighting contests of Fitchburg. Glee Club 3, 4. John Frank Canton Ambition has no rest! Johnny's one ambition is to own a fleet of Ford V-8's so he can see the world. During summer vacations he can be found peddling fruit in some New Hampshire town. Being a member of the I match you club, Johnny is always looking for new customers. Assistant Manager, Basketball 3. William Ralph Clinton We grant although he had much wit, he was very shy of using it. Bill's propinquity to the black bottles in Whelan's has prompted an ambition for a career as a druggist. Thus far his in- herent humor has cropped out only during history class. Robert Grant Conley A reasoning self-sufficing thing, An intellectual all in all. Bob is a blond and very exacting young man. striving for per- fection in all he undertakes. His ability is confirmed by the fact that he has always been on the honor roll, often special, and that he always dresses well and is a better than average athlete. Josephine Mary Buttafuoco Rather quiet, rather shy, But a twinkle in her eye. Josephine, although short of stature, manages to make herself seen. She is fond of all sports, but dancing heads the list. Wher- ever Josephine goes, her cheerful smile accompanies her. She easily blends school work and helpfulness around the house. Elizabeth Marion Carpenter She speaks, behaves, and acts just as she ought. Betty is an outwardly demure young lady whose popularity is evident in her own set. As a good student and an excellent hoop- ster, she adds her bit to our illustrious class. Betty's ambition is to become a technician in some lab. Basketball, Glee Club, Coun- cillor 2. Lois Eleanor Carrion How all her care was but to be fair, And all her task to be sweet. Our constant admiration for a distinct coat of tan and blue- black hair goes to Lois. Last summer Lois was fortunate to visit our southern states and the region of New Mexico. We don't find a special craving for books implanted in her. Audrey Mildred Chalifoux Tliy modesty's a candle to thy merit. Seen almost as seldom as heard is this tall, brown-eyed maid. Art constitutes her life-blood and being her chosen vocation, any- thing that requires the touch delicate receives her immediate atten- tion. Junior Color Committee 3, Red and Gray 3, 4. Page 14

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1937 Charles Philip DiGloria Small but powerful. To look at Charlie in a gym suit is like seeing a second Atlas! Many of his brethren have often speculated whether standing be- fore the locker-room mirror produced those mighty muscles. Charles also believes in getting what he wants, so beware, Romeo! Americo Dori Those icho think nobly, are noble. Rico, of the curly hair, is a part-timer with a perfect bass. His efficiency is quite evident not only as Miss Dunn's secretary, but also as a Super-Shell salesman near the Car Barn. Perchance if you see his Ford parked on some side road, gas selling is out of the question. Relay Team 3. Robert Kenneth Douglas like fun, like everyone. Everything stops for tea as far as Whimp is concerned for he i5 a famed tea-drinker. Even the pestered waitresses at Clover Hill are aware of that. An inspiring band-leader, a second Eddie Duchin, we predict he will carve a niche in the musical Hc of Fame. Band 2, 3, 4, Orchestra 2, 4. Walter Lawrence Downing None but himself can be his parallel. Well, look it up, Walter confidently suggests to his opponents after cornering them in his favorite game of Ghost. Thus, as a sedulous scholar, he derives uncommon joy in the pursuit of knowledge either alone or in competition with his rival, Rice. Orchestra 2, 3. Doris Mary Coppinger The blush is beautiful, but it is sometimes inconvenient. Doris is a wide-awake, spicy bit of femininity, with a long trail of friends in her wake. She leans to leaders, especially band ieaders, who also can lead on dance floors. There's never a dull moment with Doris' personality lighting the surroundings. Hockev, Volleyball, Dramatic Club 2, Basketball 4. Irene Nora Cormier Here's a maiden without pretense Blessed with reason and common sense. Irene is a miss with whom we like to come in contact, for she is always neat, cheerful, and prompt. She is fond of sports but enjoys dancing most. Irene enjoys working and even stays out of school to work at Grant's during rush seasons. Glee Club 2, French Club 2, 3. Cecilia Mary Cote To be merry best becomes you. Sis is Ashburnham's contribution to F. H. S. She has been an able assistant to Mr. Dufour and Miss Gifford, and every other week you'd find her studying her lessons. But lessons do nor keep her from dancing which she knows how to do very well. Laura Gertrude Crocker For e'en tho' vanquished, She could argue still. The above quotation is quite true of Laura, for too often she would find herself in an argument with some teacher. However, ■-he could always hold her own. Reading occupies a major portion of Laura s spare time, hence perhaps the inspiration. Glee Club, Dramatic Club, Senior Class Play 4. Page 16