Fitchburg High School - Boulder Yearbook (Fitchburg, MA)

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BOULDER 1941 Ruth Madeline Flanagan She '( all my fancy paints her Ruthie is one of Marion Rice's most dashing Denishawn dancers. She even teaches ballroom dancing Saturday nights. To be a gov- erness or a schoolmarm is her ambition. Archery 4 ; Glee Club 3, 4. Celia Edna Forsberg A lovely girl to meet and know Basing her deportment on that of the proverbial mouse, Celia is one of the teachers' favored pupils. One of her fondest ambi- tions is to reach the glorious day when she can master the mechanics of an automobile and obtain her license. Tennis 2; Glee Club 4. Claire Mary Fournier Silence is the mother of truth Claire is a very quiet and good natured girl who works hard and seriously at her studies. Claire's great ambition is to become a laboratory technician. Her careful and serious outlook on things should go far in helping her to be successful. Dramatic Club 2, 3, 4; Hockey 4. Irene Josephine Fredette That which benefits us is cheerfulness Irene has sparkling brown eyes that you can't help notice. She has a happy laugh and finds pleasure in everything. In the winter most of her time is spent skating. Irene's favorite pastime is drawing. Lucy Der Garabedian She is full of life and full of fun Lucy's dark hair and eyes mark her out from the rest of the class. She is very athletic in her interests and enjoys swimming, tennis, hockey, and horseback riding. Her hobby is finger printing and her ambition is to be a typist or bookkeeper. Hockey 2, 3, 4; Aerial Darts 2; Basketball 2, 3, 4; Tennis 2, 3, 4; Dramatic Club 4. Mary Ellen Gelep High flights she had and wit as well, And so her tongue was never still To Mary, a carefree, talkative maiden, the motto Silence is golden means very little. Mary likes to chatter so much that she forgets to keep quiet even in class. Much of her time after school is spent in sports, such as basketball, volleyball, and hockey. She intends to make nursing her profession. Bella Ghenes She's a regular girl in every way Bella is a tall girl with very dark, expressive eyes, and curly brown hair. Every morning she can be seen walking down Ash- burnham Hill Road. Her favorite sports are skiing, skating, and sliding. She plans to be a nurse. Her pleasing personality should enable her to succeed. Rita Blanche Girard Earnestness is the soul of work Rita is a dark eyed senior who leans to the studious side. Her goal is secretarial work and she is gaining experience as a part- timer in the typewriting room. In her .school work, Rita has always been one of the brightest students. Thoughtful, with a magnetic personality, and a determination to make good — with these three attributes she should net speedy results! Page 23

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BOULDER 1941 Edwin Clififord Duncan None but himself can he his parallel Edwin, or Dune, plans to follow his high school course with study at a technical school. Some of his spare time is spent in photography. He is a membsr of the Y.M.C.A. Golfing seems to interest him and he is also one of the mainstays of our tennis team. Dune will always be liked for his bright, broad smile and amiable character. Basketball 2, 3 ; Tennis 2, 3, 4. Raymond Wilfred Dupuis He wants a line all his own Ray's pet hobby is taking snapshots of unsuspecting persons, especially teachers. Although he was not a participant in school activities, he enjoys bowling, skating, and best of all, camping. Tele- phone work interests him, and he hopes to be a lineman. Kenneth Ray Durling An honest man' s word is as good as his bond Kenney was a part-timer for Miss GifFord and Mr. Dufour. His cheery personality has helped him to get many customers for his Sentinel paper route. His ambition is to be a first class machinist m the Navy. Assistant Councilor 4. Paul Allyn Ekengren A keen wit, a wise look, and an ansu'er always ready Paul is a calm person who remains poised in all circumstances. He has been a member of our band for the last two years and be- longs also to the Junior Legion Band. Outside of school he plays in three orchestras and collects pictures of swing bands. It sjems probable that Paul will continue in the line of music. Band 3, 4. Jarl Vesa Elo Success follous earnest effort Jarl is definitely interested in sciences, especially those dealing with electricity. He intends to be a pioneer in the uncultivated field of electrical warfare. Swimming and hiking lead all others as his favorite sports. Despite his many interests, Jarl is a very modest person. Kenneth Irving Emerson Talent is that ivhicl} is a man's power Kenney, better known to his friends as Skinny, is one of those individuals who can't keep still for a minute. He is interested in sports, mainly baseball and soccer. His hobbies are drawing and freehand art. Kenney hopes to become a commercial artist some day. Henry Joseph Erickson Dignified and tall was he, as much a man as one could be Someday Henry is going to be deplorably rich for he has a wonderful coin collection that should bring in quite a bit of money if he should ever cash it. Henry has been one of Miss Peabody's ablest stage hands. The air corps will be much the gainer in a few years, for Henry plans to enter after two years at college. Stage Hand 3. Clifford George Ey A friendly chap who is widely known Cliff usually greets people with a broad smile and a friendly Hi. We think that perhaps someday he will take Professor Quiz's place because he has an unusual faculty for asking questions. Ask any one in his chemistry class. Although Cliff did not take part in many school activities he took an interest in school functions and supported most of them. Page 22

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BOULDER 1941 Robert Newman Fickett What should a man do but be merry Bob keeps everyone happy around school with his great sense of humor. Two hobbies that he most enjoys are photography and wood working. His one desire is to become a mechanical engineer. Phiying in the band has won him the admiration and friendship of everyone. Band 2. 3, 4. Orchestra 2, , 4, Paul Alfred Fredette Quietly he speeds away to get. There i hh aim Paul is one of our lesser known classmates. He belongs to the crew that helps keep our institution presentable to outsiders. When he isn't down at the bowling alleys, or at school, you'll probably find him at home making a cabinet. Paul would like to continue his studies and work in architectural drawing. Einelio Joseph Gallon All actual heroes are essential men. And all men are possible heroes Emelio is a part-time student who works at the School Depart- ment. Collecting boxmg and baseball pictures is his hobby. Baseball, football, and golf are his favorite sports. Emelio plans to take up aeronautics after graduation. Baseball t. Maurice Ralph Gendron Happy with the little things Maurice is a quiet lad, but well worth knowing. He has a pleasant manner and is well liked by all. He is greatly interested in photography which he has made his hobby. Athletics interest Maurice as he participates in football and baseball as well as many other outdoor sports. Football 4. Charles Joseph Goguen He is dliiays in uih perject humor Here is Fitchburg High's number one drummer boy. Charley has become famous both in concert and dance-band drumming. By the way, he also does well with his studies, and doesn't let outside activities interfere with them. Band, Orchestra 2, } , 4; Boulder 4. Richard Clinton Gooding Good nature and good sense must ever join Dick has been a credit to our glee club since his coming to the school. 'When he is at home, he likes to read, but hunting and sailing also appeal to him. Dick is a signal man in th Naval Re- serve. He is interested in Naval Signaling, but is undecided bout a full time Navy position. Dramatic Club 2; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Councilor 3; Thanksgiving Dance Committee 4. Richard Morris Goodridge He is just the quiet kind whose nature never varies Beneath Goody's quietness there lies the ambition to be a truck driver or bus driver. He is constantly on the watch for old money for he is a numismatist. In the spring and summer he can frequently be seen playing baseball at the Goodrich Strett Playground. He is a member of the high school s baseball team. Baseball 2, 3, 4. Dana Dudley Goodwin He was withal a man of elegance and stature tall Dana is very prominent in all musical activities. He served as the snappy drum major of our band and is a member of the orchestra. Afternoons he works at Goodwin's Shoe Store. To be a business administrator is his plan. Track 2, 3; Relay Team 2; Band 2, 3, 4; Orchestra 2, 3, 4. Page 24