Fitchburg High School - Boulder Yearbook (Fitchburg, MA)

Page 25 text:

The BOULDER, 195;) JOHN NEIL CAMERON Men may come, men may go, but I go on forever. John is a medium-height, light-haired member of our class, com- monly known to his friends as Rod or Cam. He has many friends and that's why you can always find him with a crowd. He is a participant in football and a successful student. John would like to be a salesman. Football 2, 3, 4; Junior-Senior Relay 3; Dramatic Club 3, 4; Junior Prom Committee 3; Junior-Senior Reception 3; Junior-Senior Christmas Party 3 ; Boulder 4 ; Student Council 4 ; Variety Revue 3 ; Thanksgiving Dance Committee 4; Senior Prom Committee 4. FRANCIS RAYMOND CAPONE He must be known to be appreciated. Franny, a brown haired lad, is more familiarly known as Butts to his friends. He is a happy go lucky chap who always has a smile and good word of greeting. He loves all sports, but his favorite is basketball. A wonderful friend and companion, he is reallv appreciated by all. Basketball 3, 4; Harvest Festival 4. CARMELLA CARFARO Without cheer and laughter there is no joy. Carmella loves to laugh a very ringing contagious laugh, especially when our spirits seem low. She has many ardent friends and we trust that as the years pass, her host of friends will grow even larger. Best of luck to you, Carmella. GRACE LOUISE CHALMERS A dot full of dash. Gracie's versatility is such that she is equally at home on a basket- ball floor, at her job or in her classes. Her gay, vivacious nature, her quick wit, ready laugh and keen sense of humor have all combined to make her a wonderfully pleasant personality. Her sharp clothes have won her the admiration of all. As hers is the spirit of happiness, hospi- tality, and generosity, we know Gracie's future will be a happy one. Basketball 2, 3, 4; Dramatic Club 2, 3, 4; Red and Gray Board 3, 4; Boulder 4; Junior-Senior Reception 3; Competitive Play 2; Variety- Revue 4. RAYMOND EDWARD CHATIGNY Never over serious, not too frivolous, but a rare good fellow. Ray, a sports lover, is right at home in the woods with a gun, or out in a boat with a fishpole. He is also fond of skiing. Ray is well liked by all who know him. In his spare time you can usually find him tinkering with his Ford. 21

Page 24 text:

The BOULDER, 1952 JEAN MADORA BRISTKR Laughter and I are the best of friends. Whenever there is laughter, one can surmise that Jean must be the cause of it. She finds a joy in living and is a friend to all. Music and sewing are two of her favorite pastimes. After graduation she plans to enter college. May the coming years bring you all that is bright, happy, and prosperous, Jean. BETH ADELE BROOKS Quiet and good-natured is she. Beth is a quiet person and it is perhaps that very trait which makes her such a good friend. But don't mistake that as her only character- istic. She has a grand sense of humor, likes music and is also skillful in sewing. To Beth the class wishes all of the happiness the world can hold. Band 2, 3, 4; Orchestra 2; Glee Club 2, 3, 4. GORDON SNOW BROWNELL Gentleness succeeds better than violence. Gordon, one of the lads from West Fitchburg, likes to dance. An enjoyer of most outdoor sports, he especially likes skating and skiing. We understand he is exceptionally good at the farmers' hop. We all wish Gordon success in his career in the U. S. Navy. BARBARA JEAN BUTTERS Her stature tall, her manner dignified. Barbara, better known as Barb, is one of the most attractive girls in the senior class. She is popular with both boys and girls and she can always be seen at F. H. S. events. Barb is also tops in scholastics, and her name can always be found on the high honor roll. Our crystal ball tells us that Barb's future plans include college. Tennis 4; Boulder 4; Round Table. HELEN GERTRUDE BYRNE The light that shines in her sparkling eyes, bespeaks a divinely good nature. Dark hair, an ever present smile and laughing eyes are a perfect description for Helen. Those who do not know her may think she is quiet but her many friends bear witness to her pleasing personality and marvelous sense of humor. After graduation her plans include nursing. Basketball 2, 4; Tennis 2, 3, 4; Volleyball 2, 3; Dramatic Club 2, 3, 4; Alternate Representative 2; Majorette 3, 4; Junior Assembly 3; Junior Prom 3; Junior-Senior Reception 3; Junior-Senior Christ mas Party 3; Senior Assembly 4; Senior Faculty Reception; Senior Cake Sale 4; Thanksgiving Dance (co-chairman); Competitive Plav 4. 20

Page 26 text:

The IHUILDEU, 1952 VIOLA CHIYILO A quiet manner hid the mischief in her eyes. Yi, a cute dark-eyed girl, can best be remembered by her winsome smile and pleasing personality. She has a keen sense of humor and often amuses her many friends with her witty remarks. For entertainment she favors dancing and F. H. S. football games. She is one of the youngest members of the graduating class. Basketball 2; Volleyball 2, 3, 4; Tennis 3; Debating Club 3; Glee Club 2. 3, 4; Junior-Senior Reception 3; Boulder 4; Variety Revue 4. BARBARA JOAX CHRISTOFONO From the crown of her head, to the sole of her feet, she is all mirth. Barbie, with her sweet smile and twinkling blue eyes is truly a wonderful person to have in any class. She has participated in quite a few of the outside activities here at school, but considerable interest lies at Holy Cross. Barbie plans to enter the nursing profession, and we know she will make a marvelous nurse. Basketball 2, 3; Volleyball 3; Dramatic Club 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 2. 3, 4; Junior Prom Committee 3; Junior-Senior Reception 3; Com- petitive Play (stage crew) 3, 4; Variety Revue 3, 4. ANN MARIE COFFEY Let the path be open to talent. Ann, one of the prettiest girls in our class, has a sweet smile and an easy-going manner that has made her very popular. She has taken part in many extra-curricular activities and entertained us many times with her dancing and acting ability . Her plans for the future include college. Volleyball 3; Dramatic Club 2, 3, 4; Ski Club 2; Student Council 3, 4; Home Room Representative 2; Junior Prom Committee 3; Junior-Senior Christmas Party 3; Harvest Festival 4; Junior-Senior Reception 3; Competitive Plays 2, 3; Variety Revue 3, 4. CLAIRE ANN COLARD All things that pass, are wisdom's looking glass. Clair e is one of the studious members of our class, who always finds the knowledge she seeks. The teachers would always be smiling i! all were like Claire. Although she appears to be quiet, she has an engaging personality, as those who know her have found out. Her favorite pastimes are reading and sports of all kinds. She is especially fond of horseback riding and hiking. Claire is a member of the Civil Air Patrol. PATRICIA COLEMAN Thy fair hair my heart enchanted. Pat is a long-haired miss with a charming personality which has won her many friends. She likes horse-back riding, basketball, and swimming. After graduation she plans to be a nurse in the Army Medi- cal Corps. We wish her success in the future. Basketball 2. 22