Fitchburg High School - Boulder Yearbook (Fitchburg, MA)

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1944 THE BOULDER Leo Wilfred Cowdrey A classmate sincere and true Comes to us from the Brick Mill . . one of Fitchburg Shoe's loyal workers . . must have plenty of money hidden away some- where . . one of the taller boys of our class . . silence is one of his virtues in school. Band 2, 3, 4. Raymond George DeLorme He thinks before be speaks Speaks litrtc but thinks volumes . . complacent air of capability . . essence of sincerity . . ready to laugh . . diverse interests . . will try anything once. Joseph Anthony DiConza A parlous boy?' Blushes easily . . basketball ability . . collects silverware . . cooperative anytime, anywhere . . ready laugh . . fun to be with . . reserved for the Naval Reserve. Basketball 2 ; Junior-Senior Relay 3. Frank Samuel DiPietro Experience is a jewel Very quiet in school . . likes to study . . freq uently seen with his best pal, Charlie Pappas . . ambition is to become a Navy pilot . . interested in agriculture . . likes hard work . . dances . . always brings back a good catch when he goes hunting . . runs for track team . . piays a tough game of football, and is a good aihlete. Track 2 ; Junior-Senior Relay 3. Paul Sutton Douai In if hose little body lodged a merry mind Finished appearance . . flash at basketball . . experienced clerk . . Y boy . . extremely cooperative . . uncanny wit . . caused 10 side- splits, by his brilliant and hilarious performance in the Junior-Senior Reception. Sophomore Par y, Councillor 2; Dramatic Club, Baske:- ball 2, 3; Junior-Senior Reception, Junior-Senior Relay, Class Dues 3. Herbert Joseph Dufort A true friend for any time Outdoor sportsman . . skis, skates, fishes . . spends his summers practicing baseball . . star machine cleaner in the Watatic Mills . . hopes to be its general manager someday. Ski Team, Intramural Baseball 3. Alexander Benjamin Duncan He is a waterfall of action and thought Roguish as Puck . . Mathematics teachers' nemesis . . twinkling eyes . . ambling gait . . cannot be disturbed . . unexpectedly dis- arming smile . . never alone . . Y frequenter . . billiards and ping- pong. Dramatic Club 4. Walter Francis Dunn No one knows what he can do till he tries Alki, an ardent football player . . member of the Weary Warts . . works at the post office . . smooth dancer . . may be found at Reipas any Saturday night . . heading for the Navy. Orchestra 2; Football 2, 3, 4. - ! lfikl.it f .AS Page 15

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THE BOULDER 1944 Norma Jean Barker I'm just a little girl with a big heart Captivating quietness . . at home in blue . . incessantly laugh- ing . . obliging, courteous, dependable . . essence of school spirit . . enthusiastic rooter in the cheering section . . will join Cadet Nurse Corps. Dramatic Club. Jacqueline Antoinette Beaulac Simplicity is the seal of truth Jackie . . interested in photography . . colors her own pictures . . another part-timer who only attends school every other week . . wants to be a secretary. Tennis 2, 3. Lois Bennett 'Tis only noble to be good Diligent . . wonderful friend . . always clear-headed . . good scholar . . would never let you down . . meets every situation with- out fear . . nice, thick, shiny, brunette hair . . likes children . . knits . . crochets . . plans to join the Cadet Nurse Corps and do recon- struction work. Ticket Committee, Senior Prom 2; Open Meeting 3; Dramatic Club, Councillor 4. Claire Alice Berndt Joy is the best of wine Willing and faithful worker . . good student . . enjoys collecting records . . a Frank Sinatra swooner . . favorite sport is roller-skating . . hobby is photography . . a smile for everyone seems to be her motto. Basketball 2, 3. Virginia May Blanchard Lots of pep and a very good sport A charming person of many moods . . hidden humor . . bright and cheery . . dancer of distinction . . active socialite . . wealth of dark, gleaming hair . . clothed by Mademoiselle . . zippy cheerleader. Basketball, Volleyball 2, 3; Dramatic Club, Cheer Leader 2, 3, 4; Sophomore Party 2 ; Junior-Senior Reception 3 ; Class Ring Com- mittee 4. Carmela Theresa Borbone 1 am resolved to be happy Cam . . quiet, friendly . . enjoys playing the piano . . cheery laugh . . nice brown eyes . . one of Mr. Howard's prize bookkeepers . . will take. a business course. Basketball, Volleyball 2; Hockey, Glee Club 3. Doris Anna Boucher In every gesture — dignity Extremely good natured . . belongs to a Swing Club in West- minster . . plans to take up nursing at the Burbank Hospital . . collects photographs and snapshots of her friends . . her srfiile and good disposition have made her known to most of her classmates. Basketball 2. Marguerite Mary Boudreau I like fun like everyone Delights in eatin g fried clams . . well travelled . activities include swimming and skiing . . camera fan to the full . . vocation, medical secretary. Volleyball Hockey 2, 3; Badminton 4. recreational enjoys life Basketball, Page 14

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THE BOULDER 1944 Corine Rose Brasili Her smiling eyes betray a heart of Friendly, popular with all . . neat appearance . . plays a mean game of volleyball . . works behind the soda fountain at Brooks . . hopes to become a receptionist. Basketball 2, 3; Dramatic Club 4. Josephine Carol Brasili Be merry if you are wise Dark eyes . . personality which sheds a glow like a candle . . ever cooperative . . unafraid of work . . competent soda-jerk . . med- ical secretary. Glee Club 2 ; Basketball 3 ; Dramatic Club 4. Bettina Margaret Brown ''Always light-hearted and content Tumultuous, unrestrained wit . . sees humor in every situation . . unquenchable zest for life . . refreshing as rain . . perpetually rushed . . a girl with definite ideas. Basketball 2; Glee Club 3, 4. Mary Frances Burke A classmate sincere and true Quiet and shy . . accommodating disposition . . one of those people who get homework done . . favorite sport is roller-skating . . wants to be an office girl. Basketball 2, 3: Field Hockey 3. Therese Mary Caron An ounce of mirth is a pound of sorrow Shines among the jitterbugs . . saucy coquetry . . appetite al- ways available . . history of our country fascinates her . . fond of basketball . . preparing to enter telegraphic school. Dramatic Club 4. Barbara Ann Carpenter Who am I to study? Merry laughter of youth . . as refreshing as a coke . . calmly independent . . nimble-footed on the basketball court . . chantress of the corridors . . plans to enter the Cadet Nurse Corps. Volleyball 2; Basketball 2, 3: Class Ring Committee 4. Marion Thelma Carroll A willing mind makes a light foot Although she never seems to look at life se riously we know that she has a different side . . she has never had a session . . part- timer . . a good friend and a real sport. Basketball 2. Barbara Cochrane Noise is not necessary for success Unaffected . . air of pleasant aloofness . . camper and photog- rapher . . philatelist, knitter, and constant reader . . knack for silent accomplishment . . changeable . . blue ribbons for scholarship . . to be a medical secretary. Basketball 2, 4; Dramatic Club, Red and Gray 3, 4. Page 16