Fitchburg High School - Boulder Yearbook (Fitchburg, MA)

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Zhc Moulder - 1 95 J BARBARA GROVE GAETZ Her smile, her speech, ivith winning li'ay, willed the darkest hours away. Barb is a tall, dark-haired lass and is a little on the quiet side. Her favorite pastime is swimming in which she excels maRniticently, Barbara is also a part-time secretary in our school guidance office. Barb's friendly disposition and ready smile will certainly lead her to success in the busi- ness world. 'olleyball ,5; Dramatic Club 4; 'ariety Revue Ticket Committee. SOPHIE CATHLEEN GASTALOS She has eyes so soft and brown. A girl with beautiful brown eyes and naturally curly hair, which are the envy of many, is Sophie. She has a friendly way and brightens each day with a cheer) greeting. After graduation Sophie will attend Johns-Hopkins Hospital to become a nurse, and we feel certain that she w ill make a fine one. Easketball 2; olleyball 2; Dramatic Club 4; Alternate Repre- sentative 2; Junior-Senior Christmas Party; Class Play Costume Committee Chairman. ELLEN MARGARET GEORGE Ready in heart and hand to do her best. Ellen, who is one of our part-time students, has a cheerful air about her, which is the doctor's prescription to add joy to any gloomy feel- ing. Her friendl.N' way and pleasing personality will not be forgotten by her classmates for a long time to come. Ellen has no definite plans for the future, as yet, but whatever she may undertake to do will be done well. Boulder. SALLY ANN GEREMIA Cheerfulness smooths the road of life. We have been fortunate to have such an enthusiastic little bundle of pep as Sally lor a majorette. Although she is tin -, she has more pep and initiative than most of us can boast. A very well-liked girl, Sally's contagious smile is a treat. Whatever she may turn to after graduation, we may rest assured it will be well done. Basketball 2, ; N'olleyball 2, 3; Majorette . , 4; Junior Assembly. LYDLA ANN GL COMOZZI As frank as rain or cherry blossoms. Winter is the favorite season of this short, dark-haired young lady and we can understand why. The briskness of the winter weather exactly matches Lydia's peppy good spirits. Her volubility and good nature have made her a pleasant addition to our class. Her future plans are not yet definite.

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Zke Uouldcr - 1951 NANCY MARJORIE FLETCHER A lassie fair v.'ilb golden hair. Although Nancy is quiet and reserved, she is a well-likcd member of the senior class. She takes things as they come, accepting events calmly and without ado. Her sweet smile and friendly tranquillity make her a very nice person to know. Her admirable disposition predicts a happ - future for this pretty senior. DONALD FRANCIS FLOOD Silence brings friendship. Don is that smiling, happy-go-lucky fellow from West F'itchburg. His interests are many, but studying is definitely not at the top of the list. Don is a born story-teller, and alwa s has everyone rolling in the aisles. His easy-going nature has won him many friends, and will con- tinue to do so in the future. LILLIAN IRENE FORGUES It is your pleasant word, and the smile you wear. That makes the sun shine everywhere . Lillian is an active, easy-going miss with a cheer ' smile for every- one. She loves a good time, and no matter what happens, usually has one. She is one of our ambitious part-time students, and very .sincere about her studies. We expect she'll make a very good secretary for someone someday. Basketball 2, 3; Volleyball 2, 3. ALPHONSE MARIO FORMISANT One never becomes a gentleman by accident. Al is that tall handsome lad, with blond wavy hair and a happ - countenance whom you never meet without books. Two of his assets are: a fme personality which has obtained for him nian ' friends, and a ready ambition for learning. .W plans to study Businesss Administra- tion at Boston I'niversity in the future, and we wish him all the luck in the world. Football 3; Junior -Senior Relay 3, 4; Track 2, 3, 4. CHESTER LEO FORTIER Who says little has little to answer for. One of the unsung heroes of our football team, Chet has been active in school. He carries about him a quiet air, which leads us to believe he is either bashful or constantly meditating. Chct's plans for the future are as yet incomplete, but he is sure to be successful in whatever he does. Football 2, 3, 4; Track 2, 3, 4; Junior-Senior Relay 3, 4; Home Room Representative 4; Junior-Senior Reception. 26

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Zhc Boulder - 1951 PHYLLIS ELAINE GOLDMAN My words are few, my thoughts are many. Phyl i? perhaps best known as one of the quieter members of the class, yet she amazes her friends by laughing; suddenly. Beirig inter- ested in radio work, she has taken an active part in the Radio Club. She is especially capable in doing housework and seems to be the domes- tic type. Playinp Canasta is a favorite of her pastimes. We hope .she will be happy in doing whatever she decides for the future. Dramatic Club i, 4; Radio Club 2, 4; Red and Gray 4; Boulder; Thankssiving Dance Committee 4; Junior-Senior Reception .5; Variety Revue 4. MARTHA NOBLE GRIFFIN seek the higher things. Unusual intelligence, endless ambitions, and an all-round delightful personality are but an inadequate few of the numerous admirable qual- ities which are exhibited by Mart . This likeable miss from Shirley has come to mean much at F. H. S. Her middle name. Noble, suits her well. The seniors are rightly proud in having such a talented member in their midst, and it is hoped that Marty will realize all the happiness that she so justly deserves. Basketball 2; 'olleyball 2; Red and Gray 3, 4; Round Table 4; Boulder; Class Ring Committee; Home Room Representative 2; Junior Prom Committee; Junior-Senior Reception; Student Council .5, 4; Senior Reception to Faculty; Harvest Festival 4; 'ariety Revue 4; Class Play Publicity; Class Play Chorus. SHIRLEY ROSE GUAY Happiness seems made to be shared. Good-natured, talkative, a charming personality — thats Shirley. Her ever constant giggle may have been heard at any time through the corridors of F. H. S. She is very fond of dancing, and is very skilled at it, too. After graduation Shirley would like to go into office work. We want to wish her lots of luck. Dramatic Club 4; Boulder; Junior AssembK ; Junior Prom Com- mittee; 'ariety Revue Ticket Committee 4; Class Play Costume Committee. AVIS ALICE HAKAMAA She has an ever gracious manner. Here is a cute blond miss from Westminster, who always has a cheery smile for her many friends. Avis finds a favorite pastime in swimming, which she does quite well. She can usually be found at the Cape Ann Diner in Westminster, where she enjoys her work very much. Volleyball 3. CHARLES EDWIN HALBEDEL Thou art little, hut thou shall grow. Charlie, who is one of the smallest members of our class, has a great love for hunting and fishing. He spent many days of his vacation and after school hours at these sports and more hours working at the Arn-How Dairy. One of Charlie's pri ze possessions is his 1929 Dodge car which transported him to and from school during the last few months. Charlie plans to enter the Navy after graduation. Junior-Senior Relay 3; Glee Club 2. 28