Franklin High School - Oskey Yearbook (Franklin, MA)

Text from Pages 1 - 106 of the 1940 volume:

1 SJje OSKE Y 1 Seniors SPls juniors FRANKLIN HIGH SCHOOL DEDICATED TO Mr. Gordon H. Fitzpatrick O ur class adviser, who by his time, effort, and consideration, has won the admiration of all students, and who has so willingly supported us through our four years, we, the Class of Nineteen-Forty, dedicate this, our Oskey. His kind interest, friendship, and inspi¬ ration shall never be forgotten by the Senior Class. Arthur C W. ‘iHdle AMHERST A.B. HARVARD ED.M. Superintendent of Schools (James jj- Qoherty HARVARD A.B. Principal of High School he Oskey Staff Editor Helen Hamant Literary Editor Business Manager Dorothy Holmes John Schur Advertising Committee: WALTER GAMMON, JOHN BRUNELLI, MICHAEL D ' AMELIO, HENRY Cataldo, Anne Palumbo. Arthur Kenyon. Editorial Com mittee: VERA DECESARE—Chairman, EDYTHE STUTMAN, PHYLLIS WOODWARD, Margaret Wilson, Anne Palumbo, Joseph Hipple, Merton Jeffers, Albert Stello. Girls’ Sports Boys ' Sports Rosemary Tracy Owen Emery Social Chairman Art Chairman Lorraine Jenest Virginia Bianchini Motto Committee Mabel Woodworth—C hairman Robert Parker Pauline Chittick English Advisors Class Advisor Miss Alice Wiggin Mr. Gordon Fitzpatrick Miss Marion Holmes Page Ten Nineteen Hundred Forty i CHARLES F. FRAZER Sub-Master Chemistry, Physics ‘Doc,” as he is known by all, is one of our favorite teachers. His jokes are appreciated at all times and cer¬ tainly come in handy at the dullest moments. ‘ Doc” is the coach of all our pl ays, which have always proved successful. ALICE WIGGIN English Miss Wiggin is one of our best advisers. Her knowledge and ideas are always helpful when we are in doubt. She is loved by all students and we can say we have a thorough knowledge of English because of her ability and method of teaching. PRISCILLA BULLUKIAN Shorthand, Typing Miss Bullukian, who is our teacher of commercial sub¬ jects, is always ready to help us with our problems. She strives to make her pupils better fit for the business world, and her ability in shorthand and typewriting certainly makes a fine goal for us to reach. — ' JOHN RODGERS Mechanical Drawing, Manual Training Mr. Rodgers has only boys for students, but the girls have always admired him and envied the boys for having him in class. The students have liked his friendly ways and have enjoyed talking with him, both about studies and outside activities. Page Twelve Nineteen Hundred Forty GEORGE H. COLBERT Athletics, United States History, Civics No matter what the occasion, Coach Colbert will always spring one of his wise-cracks. He has made friends with all students because of his remarks and the pleasant manner in which he conducts his classes. United States History certainly can never be a bore if Mr. Colbert continues to teach it. As a coach, he has proved his efforts are worth while. JOSEPH DePASQUA Italian, English, Commercial Law, and Geography Mr. DePasqua is one of our favorite teachers. He is friendly and sociable, both in and out of classes. His sense of humor has livened all his classes, and students have en¬ joyed studying with him. His personality plus his dispo¬ sition has made him rank on the top of the list with all students. In addition, his ability and efficiency have helped his students acquire a good deal of knowledge in all his classes. MARION HOLMES English Miss Holmes is one of our favorite teachers. Her grand disposition and pleasing personality, both in and out of classes, win the admiration of all students. Those for¬ tunate enough to have her in class have found her most enjoyable. ROBERT HANCOCK History, Salesmanship, Arithmetic Mr. Hancock is a good sport in every way. He sup¬ ports all the socials and attends all our games, cheering both boys and girls to victory. He was always pleasant the day through, and kept a cheery disposition. His manner was very enjoyable and the students liked him both as a teacher and a friend. Nineteen Hundred Forty Page Thirteen 3 J. MURRAY STEVENS Science, Biology, Band, Orchestra Mr. Stevens ' interesting method of teaching the subjects of Science and Biology has made all the students take notice, and they have, therefore, filled his classes. We thank Mr. Stevens for his efforts in again giving us an orchestra. He certainly has accomplished a good job. DOROTHY LINDBLAD Home Economics To Miss Lindblad we wish to extend thanks for the time and effort she put forth to help us make the costumes for our exhibition. Miss Lindblad is one of our best friends, having a pleas¬ ant smile and a cheery disposition. She has a liking for all sports and is a skilled pianist. We have enjoyed having her as one of our teachers. FRANCES KEEFE Bookkeeping, Typewriting, Penmanship Miss Keefe makes all her classes enjoyable because of her pleasant and cheery smile. Her humorous remarks have also helped to make the students take a greater interest in their studies. Miss Keefe deserves our appreciation for making the Athletic Association such a financial success. HENRI BEANE English, Economics, Problems of Democracy To Mr. Beane we owe the success of the boys’ basket¬ ball team. We are proud to say that this year the boys have had the honor of entering the M. I. T. Tournament. All this has, without doubt, been accomplished by Mr. Beane’s hard work throughout the year. Page Fourteen Nineteen Hundred Forty HOWARD ABBOTT French, Latin Mr. Abbott became popular with both boys and girls when he joined our faculty. Everyone enjoys his company in and out of school. Much credit is due him for his success in coaching the second team basketball squad. With such fine training as he has given them, they are sure to make good first team material. ALICE BEANE Business Arithmetic, Girls’ Physical Director, Ancient History Beanie” is a faithful friend to all. She is good natured and ready to help anyone who needs her. We thank her for the excellent work she has done in instructing and guiding the team through an undefeated season. We are also grateful to have had her for a physical instructor be¬ cause of her good disposition. HOWARD LAUNDRY Boys’ Physical Director Mr. Laundry is popular with both boys and girls. He is pleasant and friendly in and out of classes and has won his place in the heart of every student. He has given us a fine showing of the boys’ ability in the physical exhibition this year, and we appreciate his efforts. MARIE RILEY Supervisor of Music Only the girls of the Glee Club have the pleasure of being closely associated with Mrs. Riley. And their asso¬ ciation has been a profitable one, for the Glee Club, this year, has been highly successful and has received much praise from everyone. There is no question in anyone’s mind as to Mrs. Riley’s musical ability. Nineteen Hundred Forty Page Fifteen II IRENE K. WIGHT Supervisor of Art To Mrs. Wight we owe a vote of thanks for the assist¬ ance she gave us in making our Prom decorations a success. Her artistic ability and willing cooperation inspired us to do our best. We are also thankful for the help she gave us in drawing our sketches for the Oskey. MARY MOLLA “A friend in need is a friend indeed” Mary certainly has been our friend while in high school. She has put up with four years of our foolishness and pesky questions. Never was Mary still a minute when she didn ' t hear this expression, Where’s Mary?” We extend to her our sincere thanks and appreciation for helping and aiding us to get the information we al¬ ways needed. c Acknowledgments ' yX ' E, THE STAFF, wish to thank all those who have given their time and effort towards making our Oskey what it is. Our sincere appreciation is due to the editorial committee, which has so willingly given us such fine individual write-ups, and to the advertising and art committees for financing and setting up our book attractively. To the other committees and to anyone else who has served in compiling this book, we also wish to express our gratitude. Special appreciation at this time goes to Miss Wiggin and Miss Holmes for correcting our material and to Mr. Fitzpatrick for guiding and supervising us with our financial and other problems. Page Sixteen Nineteen Hundred Forty former teachers Smith W. Ames Dorothy M. Anderson Marion Lawrence Chilson Doris Lindsey Marion Littlefield MacGregor Helen Crowley Mahedy Nineteen Hundred Forty Page Seventeen i fog Key Albert T. Patty Robert Rutledge MISS DORIS HATHAWAY Miss Hathaway was our home economics teacher for two years. She was very pleasant and humorous in her classes. All the girls having her in class found her most entertaining and at the same time efficient and helpful. MRS. CARRIE ADAMS Mrs. Adams has been a grand substitute while we have been in high school, and we should like to show our ap¬ preciation by saying that she has been a friend, teacher, and a faithful, pleasant person, whom we have admired during her visits with us. We thank her for giving us her splendid company. Page Eighteen Nineteen Hundred Forty Glass Officers President ALBERT PETER STELLO SI Chestnut Street Franklin “AL” “Capable of great things.” Albert is the person who keeps our class moving. Anytime we might lag in our duties, he was there to give us the push we needed to continue. He was a valuable member of the football team and contributed greatly toward our victories. His pleasant personality makes him popular with girls and boys alike, and he performs his duties as class president efficiently. With ' ‘Al ' s perseverance, we know he’ll be a success. Marshal 1, 2. Dramatics 1. Basketball 2. Football 2, 3, 4. Baseball 2, 3. Band 1. Junior Prom Committee 3. Class Vice-President 2. Class Treasurer 3. Class President 4. Alumni Dance 4. Freshman Party 4. Oskey Show 3. Senior Hop Committee 4. Etiquette Club 4. Vice-President HELEN G. HAMANT 94 East Central Street Franklin “HAMMY” A good sport is one who plays the game, To accomplish this has been her aim.” We all know that Hammy” is our best girl athlete. She proved it through and through. Acting as captain her senior year and playing a fair game of ball, Helen showed us all she could do on the floor. As well as being a good basketball player, Hammy” is also a good student and has received high grades. Helen’s aim is to be a nurse. She is to enter the New England Bap¬ tist Hospital in the fall. We know her patients will enjoy being ill if Helen is their nurse. Good luck, Hammy.” Marshal 1, 2. Dramatics 1, 2, 3. 4. Dramatic Club 4. Basketball 1, 2, 3, Cap¬ tain 4. Oskey Committee 4. Hallowe’en Committee 3, 4. Junior Prom Com- nuttee 3. ( lass Vice-President 3, 4. Ring Committee 3. Yearbook Staff, Editor- in-( hief 4. hreshman Party 4. Oskey Show 3. Handbook Club 2. Graduation L sher 3. Etiquette Club 4. Second Essay. Page Twenty Secretary LILLIAN H. PIDGEON 15 McCarthy Street “PIDGE” Franklin Tall of stature, calm of mind.” Lillian ' s friends know her as a girl bound to succeed in whatever work she chooses to do. Lillian has played on our gir ls’ varsity basketball team and made a showing worthy of our praise. ' ' Pidge” also demonstrated her secre¬ tarial abilities by proving herself a very efficient Class Secretary. Lillian has a swell sense of humor and often has us in stitches. We wish you luck, ‘ Pidge,” in whatever you undertake. Basketball 3. Blue and White 4. Hallowe’en Committee 4. Class Secretary 4. Commercial Club 4. Scholarship Fund Dance 4. Freshman Party 4. Treasurer MARY A. RISTAINO Washington Street Franklin “RISTY” “A smile for each — a friend for all.” Mary is well liked by all students and certainly is a peach. Her constant smile and pleasant manner have made us all her friends. Being the cutest in our class, she had to take a lot of teasing from Mr. Colbert, but she was always clever enough to take it. We know that Mary will make good at whatever she does. Dramatics 4. Dramatic Club 4. Baseball 4. Blue and White, Manager 4. Hallowe’en Committee 2, 4. Junior Prom Committee 3. Class Treasurer 4. Commercial Club 4. Ring Committee 3. Freshman Party 4. Hockey 1, 2. Italian Club 2. Etiquette Club 4. Nineteen Hundred Forty Page Twenty-One SANTINA ELIZABETH ACCORSI 338 West Central Street Franklin “SAN” “DALLAS” “Smiling and pleasant to all.” “San” is one of our most pleasant and true friends. She is ready to share her classmates’ troubles and has always helped to brighten our way. We know that her cheery smile and gay manners will help her to be a success in aviation which she plans to take up after graduation. Good luck, Santina. Blue and White 4. Hallowe’en Committee 2. Commercial Club 4. Oskey 1, 2, 3, 4. Etiquette Club 4. ELIZABETH W. ADAMS 89 Dean Avenue Franklin “BETTE” “Happy and gay, carefree all day.” “Bette” is the girl we always see with “Ruthie.” Her friendly man¬ ner and gay disposition have made her many friends in high school. Yes. she ' s the girl who took part in “Sky-shy.” It is not understood what you have planned for your career, Bette, but we wish you success. Hallowe’en Committee 4. Etiquette Club 4. MARY AGNES ALLEN 24 Hayward Street Franklin “IRISH” “Quiet, gay, it may be either, Mary will help you whenever you need her.” Mary is a grand sport, a fine athlete, and a supporter of all high school games. She is very pleasant and has a wonderful sense of humor. Because of this, she has been popular with all her classmates. We don ' t know Mary ' s plans for the future, but we wish her luck. Dramatic Club 4. Oskey Show 4. MARTHA ARLENE ANDERSON 151 Union Street Franklin “MART” “ANDY” “We like her smile — we like her style.” This introduces Martha, better known as “Mart.” She’s that popu¬ lar girl with a pleasing smile. Martha is quiet to all outward appearances, but sociable, and to her intimate friends she is very jolly and a good conversationalist. Loads of luck, Martha, and always keep up that cheery look. Marshal 1. Hallowe’en Committee 1, 2. Junior Prom Committee 1. Home Economics Club 2. Oskey Show 4. Etiquette Club 4. Page Twenty-two Nineteen Hundred Forty NATALIE MILDRED BAER 200 School Street Franklin “NAT” “Power to start, Power to finish.” “Nat” is one of our class students who tries very hard to achieve her goal. Her company has always been enjoyable in classes, and she usu¬ ally had an answer to questions asked her. “Nat” was ready at all times to give anyone of her friends her able assistance in drawing. We know that “Nat ' s” ambition is to be a great artist, and we can truthfully say from experience she will be a success. Good Luck, Natalie. Blue and White 4. Hallowe’en Committee 2. 4. Junior Prom Committee 3. Commercial Club Treasurer 4. Scholarship Fund Dance 4. Yearbook Commit¬ tee 4. Freshman Party 4. Oskey Show 4. VIRGINIA BARNES 23 Cottage Street Franklin “GINNY” “A cheery lip, a bonny eye, a passing pleasing tongue.” “Ginny” has always been able to make friends easily, because of her cheerful personality. She has been an active cheer leader and a member of the Girls’ Varsity Basketball squad. Virginia plans to be a nurse. We know that she will be a success in this field, and all her classmates wish her luck. Dramatics 4. Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4. Baseball 3. Hallowe ' en Committee 3. Junior Prom Committee 3. Alumni Dance 3. Oskev Show 3. Handbook Club 3. Hockey 3. Cheer Leader 4. Graduation L T sher 3. Etiquette Club 4. ELIZABETH BEDIRIAN Washington Street Franklin “LIZZY” “Friend of all, Foe of none.” Wherever Virginia is. there you ' ll find “Lizzy.” She is very quiet until you get to know her. Elizabeth is very pleasant company and is an ever-helpful classmate. “Lizzy” played on our Girls’ Basketball team and takes a big in¬ terest in all sports. Elizabeth is one of the first in our class to leave before graduation to be employed as a secretary. Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4. Baseball 3. Blue and White Editor-in-Chief 4. Hallow¬ e’en Committee 4. Junior Prom Committee 3. Commercial Club 4. Scholarship Fund Dance 4. Home Economics Club 1. Freshman Party 4. NICHOLAS L. BERTONI 37 Alpine Place Franklin “NICK” “Thought is nobler than speech.” As one of the less boisterous members of our class, “Nick” has cruised among us for four years, causing little excitement. Nevertheless, his presence has been enjoyed, and many a class has been livened up by his wit. Nicholas can be seen rooting with enthusiasm for our home-team to make a victory at all cur games. His favorite sport is baseball. Good luck, Nick.’ Etiquette Club 4. Nineteen Hundred Forty Page Twenty-Three VIRGINIA CECELIA BIANCHINI 21 Corbin Street Franklin “GINNY” “NINA” “Serious, yet with smiles, and gay yet earnest too.’’ Upon first acquaintance Virginia seemed to be a timid sort of person, but as time went on we found we had been mistaken. She can take a joke as well as give one. We have found Virginia to be cheerful, modest, steadfast, and effi¬ cient in everything she does. Her ambition is to attend Wilfred Acad¬ emy. Best o’ luck, Virginia: we know your wonderful characteristics will lead you to the heights of success. Dramatics 4. Dramatic Club 4. French Club 3. Blue and White 2, 3, 4. Hal¬ lowe ' en Committee 2. Junior Prom Committee 3. Commercial Club, Vice- President 4. Yearbook Staff 4. Etiquette Club 4. ROSE LUCY BISSANTI 72 Wachusett Street Franklin “BUNNY” “A dainty miss with spirits rather high.’’ Picture 100 pounds of appetite, personality, and wit, and you have Rose. She is one of the carefree members of our class who doesn ' t seem to worry or get excited about anything, no matter what happens. She is well-liked and has many friends. All in all. Rose is a swell girl whose “days to come” are sure to be filled with happiness. Public Speaking Club 4. WILLIAM EZRA BLANCHARD, JR. 80 Dean Avenue Franklin “BILL” “SONNY” “For he ' s a jolly good fellow.” “Bill is a very good-natured fellow with a pleasant grin and a quiet voice. His musical ability is shown by his support of the band during all of his four years in high school. He has a tendancy toward things electrical, so if you want an electrician, call on “Bill.” He was the official school lighting expert at many of the plays and at the Oskey Show. When he leaves high school, he intends to take up television. With his likeable manner and his easy way of meeting and talking to people, we know that “Bill will go far in his chosen field. Band 1, 2, 3, 4. Hallowe’en Committee 3. Biology Club 2. Model Airplane Club 1. ELIZABETH ALICE BROWN A Street Franklin “BETTE” “BET” “Quiet is of me no friend; Give me noise without end.” When loud shrieks of laughter are heard in the hallway, you can be sure that “Bette’’ is telling another one of her funny stories. No one gets a chance to feel lonely or blue when “Bette” is around, and her many friends appreciate her jovial manner. “Bette’’ is one of the tallest members of our class. We are sure her desire for success will be fulfilled. Marshal 2. Blue and White 2, 3, 4. Hallowe’en Committee 1, 2. Commercial Club 4. Home Economics Club 1, 2. Etiquette Club 4. Page Twenty-Four Nineteen Hundred Forty JOHN BRUNELLI 18 Moore Avenue Franklin “JOHNNIE” “The world without fun is a poor one.’’ “Johnnie certainly could never be missed. He’s always around ready to vex and tease you. But with all kidding aside, John is well liked by all of us. Many a time his witty stories have relieved us from distressing moments. Good Luck. John. We are sure you will make friends wherever you go. You ' d certainly succeed as a salesman, from all the ticket proceeds for any and all affairs. Marshal 1, 2. Hallowe ' en Committee 1, 2, 3, 4. Yearbook Committee 4. Library 3. Oskey Show 1, 2, 3, 4. Italian Club 2. BIAGIO V. CAPALDO 376 Union Street Franklin “BUDGE” “Here is a boy with a ready smile; A friendship with him is very worthwhile . ” Here’s ‘ Budge’’ — the envy of all the girls because of his sparkling teeth and pleasant smile. Biagio certainly made friends while in school and has won his place in the hearts of all his classmates. He has had to put up with quite a bit of teasing from everyone, but his good disposition always kept him on pleasant terms. Good Luck, “Budge.” Hallowe’en Committee 1, 2, 3, 4. Alumni Dance 4. Freshman Party 3, 4. Italian Club 2, 3. Etiquette Club 4. CARL ARCHER CARLSON 81 Union Street Franklin “BUD” “Shy at first, slight in talk, but strong in deed.’’ Ordinarily quiet and serious, Bud is a master of humor of the slapstick variety. He is not a ladies’ man, but is well liked by the boys (and the girls, too, although he won’t admit it.) Although he never went out for any sports in High School, Carl is a great sports fan. Carl is interested in airplanes and is thinking of becoming an air¬ plane designer. In this field we know he’ll prove that he’s got what it takes. Good luck, “Bud.’’ Dramatics 3. Band 1. Junior Prom Committee 3. Oskey Show 3. Handbook Club 2. Graduation Usher 3. GINO DOMINICK CARLUCCI 5 Geb Street Franklin “As I treat my friend, so shall I treat my enemy.’’ Gino kept much to himself, but gave us the pleasure of his support on the baseball team. Always kind and generous of his time, Gino proved himself a real sport and made himself many friends. Gino, keep on in that earnest way in which you do all things, and you’ll succeed. Good Luck. Etiquette Club 4. Nineteen Hundred Forty Page Twenty-Five DORIS ELYNOR CARPENTIER 286 West Central Street Franklin “DOT” “DO” “Ga y as everyone ought to be.’’ Dot” is the girl who won many friends, both in school and outside, by her amiable personality and good nature. Where Doris is found, “Ginny” is not far away. Dot” plans to go into the field of hairdressing in the fall, and we know from the appearance of her hair while in high school, she will be a success. Marshal 1, 2. Dramatic Club 4. Hallowe’en Committee 1. 2. Junior Prom Committee 1, 3. Alumni Dance 4. Oskey Show 1, 2, 3, 4. Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4. Graduation Usher 3. Etiquette Club 4. ROBERT RICHARD CATALANO 14 King Street Franklin “BOBBY” “A kinder friend has no man.’’ Bobby,” with his smile and easy-going way, was well known throughout the school. He was manager of the football team, and worked very hard and industriously for the school in that respect. Mr. Colbert is going to miss him. Bob” always has a well-kept look about him, and it ' s a wonder he wasn ' t bothered by the opposite sex. He never made any disturb¬ ance about the school, so it seems that he saved all the energy he had for advancement. Let’s hope this is so. Marshal 1, 2. Basketball Manager 1, 2. Football Manager 1, 2, 3, 4. Hal¬ lowe’en Committee 1. Junior Prom Committee 3. Class President 2. Freshman Party 4. Italian Club 2. Etiquette Club 4. HENRY CHARLES CATALDO 44 Worsted Street “JUNIOR” “CAT” Franklin ”Live while you live and then Die and be done with it.’’ Our live wire of the class, Henry always had a joke or a quip to make to liven up a dull period. In class his company was enjoyed by all, and outside class he was always talking to someone and trying to fix things up” for him. His ability to make friends and keep them will aid him on the road to success. Good Luck, Henry. Dramatics 2, 3. 4. Baseball Manager 2. Oskey Committee 4 . Yearbook Com¬ mittee 4. Oskey Show 1, 2, 3, 4. Etiquette Club 4. RUTH MARY CHELOTTI 193 West Central Street “RUTIIIE” Franklin “A friend in need is a friend indeed.’’ Ruthie” is the girl to whom studying comes naturally. She is a favorite with both boys and girls and has helped solve many a difficult problem. Ruth made listening to compositions a pleasure because of her clever manner of saying things. Best Luck. Ruth. Keep on and we are sure you will succeed. Hallowe’en Committee 1. Oskey Show 4. Etiquette Club 4. Page Twenty-Six Nineteen Hundred Forty PAULINE MARGARET CHITTICK 313 Lincoln Street “POLLY” Franklin “A friend is another self.” Pauline is both friendly and pleasant to all her classmates and always ready to greet all with a smile. ‘ ' Polly’’ is always playing some mischievous prank on her many friends. She hasn ' t decided what school she is going to grace with her witty presence, but we know she will be popular, gay, and successful. Glee Club 1, 2. Camera Club 3. Junior Prom Committee 3. Oskey 3, 4. Dramatic Club 4. Oskey Book Committee 4. ATTILIO JOSEPH CIAMPA SO Pleasant Street Franklin “CHAMP” “Though you do anything, he thinks no harm.” “Champ” was always so easy to get along with. His classmates have appreciated the interest he always had in doing his share for his class. Attilio ' s favorite sport is football, and he has shown his enthusiasm for the sport by working on the team. Good luck, “Champ.” Football 3, 4. Band 1. Hallowe’en Committee, 1, 3, 4. Handbook Club 2. Italian Club 2. Christmas Dance 4. Etiquette Club 4. RONALD C. COOK 664 East Central Street Franklin “JOCK” “COOKIE” ‘‘Wit and wisdom go hand in hand.” “Jock” divides his time between work and play. He is a good scholar, especially in sciences and mathematics. In “Doc’s” classes he is always ready with a witty remark and his quick blush and disarming grin have pulled him out of more than one scrape. He is always ready to stand up for his rights. For success, “Jock” is a sure candidate. Marshal 1, 2. Dramatics 1, 2, 3, 4. Hallowe’en Committee 4. Oskey Show 2, 3, 4. Junior Prom Committee 3. Freshman Party 4. DOROTHY MILDRED CORBETT 175 East Central Street “DOTTY” Franklin ‘‘Always ready with a helping hand.” To those who do not know “Dotty,” she appears to be very quiet. But her closer friends know her to be a good friend with a sense of humor. “Dotty” plays the accordion very well and is ready at all times to oblige. So far as we know, she expects to go to Burdett College and with her she takes our best wishes for her success. Marshal 1. Blue and White 4. Orchestra 1. Commercial Club — Chief Clerk 4. Oskey Show 1, 2, 3, 4. Etiquette Club 4. Nineteen Hundred Forty Page Twenty-Seven ELIZABETH CORNWALL 30 Emmons Street Franklin “BETTY” “After all is said and done, Life must have been made for fun. Being one of the best dancers of our class, “Betty” is that attractive and popular blond we see at all our socials and dances. She is both pleasant and entertaining to talk with. May you always be as carefree and jolly as you were in high school, ' Betty.” Good Luck. Home Economics Club 2. Glee Club 2. Etiquette Club 4. MARY MARGARET DAILEY 100 Union Street Franklin “DAI” ‘‘A springy motion in her gait — a rising step. “Dai,” as her friends know her, is always sewing something new in her home economics class. If this is her chosen profession, we know she ' ll be a success. Mary can always be seen with Martha, her inseparable friend and classmate. We hope their friendship will continue, and that they may always be as friendly as they were with all their classmates in high school. Good Luck to you, Mary. Marshal 1. French Club 1. Hallowe’en Committee 2. Alumni Dance 2. Home Economics 1, 2. Etiquette Club 4. JOSEPH A. D’AMELIO 17 Arlington Street Franklin “JOE” He is considered so bashful and shy, Indifferent to girls! My! Oh My! “Joe” is one of the quiet members of our class. We only know he is with us when we see him with his intimate friends. “Joe” has made many friendships, even though he is quite bashful, and his classmates have enjoyed seeing him about. It isn ' t understood what Joseph intends to do in the future, but all of us wish him loads of luck. May you be a success. You ought to make a good football coach. Football 2, 3, 4. MICHAEL P. D’AMELIO 23 Arlington Street Franklin “L1BRO” I ' ve got rhythm. “Mike” is the lad who has an arguing complex. No matter what class he is in, he can always assume a contrary viewpoint and discuss his ideas with the best of them. Besides his philosophical and witty nature, he has shown his ability in business dealings for our yearbook. “Libro ' ' is our best boy dancer, and can be seen at all our social functions having a good time, and at the same time giving his partner his good company. Michael is joining the Navy next year, and with him go our best wishes. Marshal 2, 3. Dramatics 2, 4. Dramatic Club 4. Baseball 4. Basketball 3. Football 1, 2, 3, 4. Oskey 1, 2, 3, 4. Freshman Party 4. Yearbook Committee 4. Library 4. Etiquette Club 4. Junior Prom Committee 3. Oskey Committee 4. Hallowe’en Committee 1, 2, 3, 4. Page Twenty-Eight Nineteen Hundred Forty Franklin ELVIRA MARIE DeCESARE 103 East Central Street “VERA” “A faithful, loyal member, who will not soon be forgotten.” Gaze, gentle reader, upon one who found herself transformed from an unnoticed little freshman to a well-liked, sophisticated senior. Vera is popular, sociable, and is a great friend to all her classmates. Vera is an ardent supporter in all school activities. She has taken part in many of our school plays and has proven herself quite an actress. Her goal is to attend Wilfred ' s Academy, and we take this oppor¬ tunity to wish her all the luck possible. Dramatics 2, 4. Dramatic Club 4. Blue and White 2, 3, 4. Hallowe’en Com¬ mittee 2, 3, 4. Class Secretary 3. Program Committee 4. Commercial Club 4. Ring Committee Chairman 3. Yearbook Staff. Editorial Chairman 4. Oskey Show 2. 3, 4. Invitation Committee 3. Italian Club 2. Etiquette Club 4. Junior Prom Committee 4. Glass Gifts. ELEANOR MARY DeLUCIA 240 Summer Street Franklin “DUCHESS” “ELIE” Her faults lie lightly upon her.” Duchess” is one of the easiest-going persons to get along with. With her cheerful personality and friendliness towards all her class¬ mates, she has been well liked and enjoyed by all. A great sport and a good athlete, she was a faithful supporter of all school activities and attended our socials. Eleanor ' s ambition is to be a dressmaker. We know you will be a success in this field. Eleanor, and we wish you luck. Basketball 1. French Cluh 1. Oskey Show 4. Junior Prom Committee 3. Home Economics Club 1, 2. Etiquette Club 4. Italian Club 2. NICHOLAS DiCAMILLO 15 Joy Street Franklin “ROOKIE” Never trouble trouble ’till trouble troubles you.” Ready, willing, and able, is Nicholas, to help in any social entertain¬ ment and class activity. Rookie” has plenty of time for the fair sex. On the dance floor, he gives the girls the benefit of his company. We wish you luck, Nicholas, and we know your presence will be enjoyed (as it was in high school) when you attend Wentworth Insti¬ tute next fall. Marshal 2, 3. Dramatics 3. Football 2, 3, 4. Hallowe ' en Committee 1, 2, 3, 4. Junior Prom Committee 3. Alumni Dance 4. Freshman Party 4. Italian Club 2. Etiquette Club 4. EMANUEL R. DICECCO 20 Howard Street Franklin ' Why art thou silent?” Although Emanuel was not particularly boisterous, he was well known by his classmates, who appreciated his reserved manner. Emanuel seemed disinterested in the fairer sex until a short time ago when he started casting glances and suddenly noticed the girls. We all wish you luck, Emanuel, in your future plans. Nineteen Hundred Forty Page Twenty-Nine MARY ROBERTA DOHERTY 307 Main Street Franklin “Sweetness is a quality.” Roberta is our best-dressed student. She is always smiling and pleasant to all. Her favorite pastime is giggling, but the rest of the time she is seri¬ ous and most enjoyable. Her sweetness is only one of her qualities, and we are sure that with her charming manner and interesting ways, she will make friends wherever she plans to go. Roberta plans to attend Dean Academy next fall. Good Luck, Roby.” Dramatics 1. 2, 3, 4. Dramatic Club 4. Latin Club 2. Hallowe’en Committee 2, 3, 4. Handbook Club 2. Program Committee 4. Junior Prom Committee 3. Oskey Show 2, 3, 4. Etiquette Club 4. VIRGINIA LENA EIDA Daniels Street Franklin “GINNY” “Beauty and Grace go hand in hand.” Ginny” the beautiful, Ginny the respected, Ginny” the student, and Ginny” the friend — this introduces Virginia. Ginny has made friends in high school because of her friendliness towards everyone and because of her athletic ability. She plans to attend Burdett College next fall. The best of luck to you. Ginny.” Marshal 1. Dramatics 1. Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4. Baseball 3. Blue and White Literary Editor 4. Hallowe’en Committee 1, 4. Junior Prom Committee 3. Class President 3. Commercial Club President 4. Scholarship Fund Dance 4. Home Economics Club 1. Freshman Party 4. Oskey Show 4. First Essay. LAWRENCE BARRETT ELLIS 12 Garden Street Franklin “LAURY” “Happy-Go-Lucky” Laury” is always doing something that requires energy. He never stays still long enough to relax, but his attitude livened up every class and gathering of which he was a part. He slowed up a bit in his last years, however, as a girl can’t be expected to go about that fast, and he did have a girl. Lawrence wants to enter the poultry business. He has taken strides in that direction, and it is safe to say that it will not be difficult for him to succeed. Dramatics 2, 3. Dramatic Club 4. Hallowe’en Committee 1, 3. Junior Prom Committee 3. Fresbman Party 2. Oskey Show 4. OWEN WILLIAM EMERY 57 Queen Street Franklin “LEFTY” “Serious or gay, which e’er it be, Owen’s always good company.” This diminutive fellow was always working for the benefit of the school. His scope of activities and ideas proves this point. He is an interesting conversationalist and he is always looking on the gay side of life, a side that is needed to enjoy high school. When he showed his ability to play basketball, he won everyone over, and that, combined with his personality, made him a sure friend to everyone. Marshal 2, 3, 4. Basketball! 2, 3, 4. Football 3, 4. Blue and White 4. Hal¬ lowe’en Committee 4. Junior Prom Committee 3. Athletic Association Cap¬ tain 3. Scholarship Fund Dance 4. Alumni Dance 4. Yearbook Staff 4. Fresh¬ man Party 4. Juror 3, 4. Etiquette Club 4. Page Thirty Nineteen Hundred Forty DORIS VIRGINIA FLEMING 35 Oak Street Franklin “DOT” “Gentle thoughts and calm desires.” Dot” is an untiring worker, and teachers can always depend on her to have her homework done. She is faithful and loyal to her friends, and her chums find her a splendid example of what true friendship should be. Dot is sure to be a success as a nurse, the profession she has chosen for her future work. Glee Club 1, 2, 3. VIRGINIA MAE FRESN 8 Charlotte Street Franklin “GINNY” Quiet, save when mind and fingers Make music that in our ears still lingers.” Introducing Ginny.” She has made many of our assemblies jollier by her piano-playing. No doubt she will go far if she continues in this field. The friendship of Ginny and her ever-faithful Doris cannot escape unnoticed, as the two are usually found together. We do not know what your plans are for the future, Ginny,” but we wish you luck and success. Orchestra 2. Oskey Show 3, 4. Glee Club 3, 4. Etiquette Club 4. INGEBORG E. O. GABEL 58 Milliken Avenue Franklin “DIXIE” “INGY” “GINGER” I am sure care is an enemy to life.” Light, wavy hair, a bright smile, and a quick sense of humor, these are some of Ingeborg’s outstanding characteristics. Dixie” has traveled quite a lot and we all eagerly look forward to her oral compositions because she tells very interesting stories about her travels. Ingeborg also knows many people and therefore is a good conver¬ sationalist. She will surely succeed in the field of nursing. Dramatic Club 4. Social Function Committee 4. Etiquette Club 4. WALTER S. GAMMON 61 Crescent Street Franklin “WALT” It is the quiet worker who succeeds.” Here is a boy who is respected by everyone. Although he is friendly with a great many people, only a few of his closest friends know him as he really is. His inclinations are definitely literary and he has turned out a great number of stories and poems that have been commented upon very favorably by all who read them. Walter ' s sense of humor has also made him an outstanding figure in school. If Walt” keeps up the good work, he will certainly find a place in the literary world. Good luck to you, Walter. Marshal 1, 2. Football 1. Junior Prom Committee 3. Ring Committee 3. Yearbook Committee 4. Debating Club 3. Graduation Usher 3. Nineteen Hundred Forty Page Thirty-One MADELINE GASBARRO 16 Uncas Avenue Franklin Her laughter has a clearer ring, Than all the bubbling of a spring.” The carefree girl truckin ' down the hall and humming a tune is none other than Madeline. Madeline ' s voice has been a valuable asset to the Glee Club, of which she has been a most persevering member. She also likes cooking and sewing. Her enthusiasm at all the games was a big help to the teams. With her determination. Madeline is sure to be a success in life. Freshman Party 1. Glee Club 3, 4. Oskey Show 4. Etiquette Club 4. DINO EDWARD GEROMINI 61 King Street Franklin He is given to sports, to gaiety, And much company.” A good sport, a swell companion, Dino will always be remembered by his ability on the athletic field. He participated in football, basket¬ ball, and baseball, and played all of them well. In school he was a jolly fellow, always with a smile and a good word for his classmates. He was a trifle bashful with the girls, but that didn’t stop him from having them around him all the time. Dino wants to be a pro-baseball player some day. Good luck. Dino! Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4. Football 3, 4. Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4. Hallowe’en Commit¬ tee 2. Etiquette Club 4. Italian Club 2. KATHERINE GRICI 664 Union Street Franklin “KAY” “KATIE” Quietness is only one of her virtues.” ‘‘Kay” has kept herself pretty well hidden from all snooping re¬ porters. We don ' t know much about her, but the old adage, No news is good news,” seems to fit. We can say, though, that we saw her at all our school games, rooting for our team until the end. It isn ' t definitely known what Kay’s” plans are for the future, but we wish her loads of luck. Marshal 1. Band 1. WILFRED HANSON Washington Street Franklin “LITTLE CAESAR” “Modest men are dumb on their own merits.” Wilfred always was modest and we had a hard time getting him to admit his abilities. He has a swell sense of humor and rather surprised us on many occasions, because we had considered him rather the quiet type. Lots of luck, Wilfred, and always try to keep that swell sense of humor. Page Thirty-Two Nineteen Hundred Forty MILDRED SHIRLEY HEATON Spring Street Franklin “HILLY” “None but the brave deserve the fair.’’ “Milly” takes everything lightly and always seems to come out on top. She is a lot of fun to those who know her and has brought many a laugh to those around her. Milly” plans to become ai nurse and we know her pleasant manner plus efficiency will make her patients want to be ill forever. Good luck, “Milly.” Marshal 1. Dramatics 1, 4. Dramatic Club 4. Baseball 3. French Club 2. Blue and White 1, 4. Hallowe’en Committee 1. Junior Prom Committee 3. Home Economics Club 1. Freshman Party 4. Oskey Show 3, 4. Graduation Usher 3. Etiquette Club 4. Salutatorian. BARBARA A. HENRY 10 Garfield Street Franklin “BABS” “I love my teachers, but you know. My fun must have a little show.’’ Babs” is the wittiest girl in our class and many was the time when she sprung” a good joke or a humorous remark at the right moment. She is always full of fun, peppy, and gay. Barbara took part in many sport s and other activities while in school, proving herself a good basketball and baseball player, as well as an active supporter of our social events. You have our sincere wishes for a successful future, Babs.” Dramatics 3, 4. Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4. Baseball 3. Hallowe’en Committee 1. Junior Prom Committee 3. Home Economics Club 1. Freshman Party 4. Oskey Show 3, 4. Graduation Usher 3. Etiquette Club 4. JOSEPH HIPPLE 319 Main Street Franklin “JOE” “A little nonsense now and then Is relished by the best of men.’’ Such a busy boy is “Joe.” While we are sitting in a dreary class¬ room, we see Joe” breezing down the hall, bound on some errand. He does very well in his studies, however, when he puts his mind on them. His athletic achievements in high school are centered around the fields of basketball and baseball, but he is really an all-round athlete. Good luck to you, “Joe,” in your chosen profession. Marshal 1, 2. Marshal, President 3, 4. Dramatics 1, 2, 3, 4. Dramatic Club, President 4. Basketball 3, 4. Baseball 3, Captain 4. Oskey Committee 4. Band 1. Junior Prom Committee 3. Class Secretary 2. Yearbook Committee 4. Debating Club 2. Oskey Show 2, 3, 4. Handbook Club, President 2. Juror 3, 4. Class Marshal 3. Class Oration. DOROTHY ISABEL HOLMES 23 Summer Street Franklin “DOT” “It pays to be clever.” Dot” is one of our friendliest classmates, and is always gay and happy. She is very fond of sports and is very active in all school activities. Dot” is going on to business school, and we feel confident that she will do her best. Her cheerfulness and gayety will make her many friends as they did in high school. Good luck, Dot,” you are a grand sport. Dramatic Club 4. Latin Club 2. Blue and White, Literary Editor 4. Hal¬ lowe’en Committee 2, 3, 4. Commercial Club 4. Alumni Dance 4. Yearbook Staff, Literary Editor 4. Oskey Show 4. Etiquette Club 4. Nineteen Hundred Forty Page Thirty-Three OLGA A. HONCHARUK Summer Street Franklin “She keeps her sunny side up And lets the rest of the world slide by. When a loud burst of laughter is heard, you can be reasonably sure that it’s either Olga laughing at her own jokes alone, or some of her many friends laughing at her expressive facial reactions as she demon¬ strates some experience of hers. Olga always could be counted on to cheer us up when we felt blue. You always had such a grand sense of humor, Olga, and such an easy time of making friends, that we’re sure you ' ll be a success in whatever you undertake. Good luck. DAWN BEVERLY HOWELL 117 King Street Franklin “Silence is golden.” Dawn is one of our quiet members of the class. She is always very neat and precise. Her quietness did not prevent her from being a favorite with all her classmates while she was in high school, and we may say that she will be a friend to all wherever she may be. Judging from the way she has always kept her hair looking so neat, we’d say she ' s bound to be a success in hairdressing, her chosen field. Dawn plans to attend Wilfred Academy next year. Lots of luck. Glee Club 1. Etiquette Club 4. MERTON M.JEFFERS 45 Crescent Street Franklin “JEFF” “BUD” “One learns to know with little fear.” Bud.” as he is known by all, is blessed with an active brain and an active personality. Both of these showed up during his stay at high school. His excellent report card and his scope of friends emphasize the fact. Bud wants to be a doctor; he always wants to cut up a cat or something. He’s got what it takes, so it will not be too difficult for him to succeed. More power to you, Merton! Marshal 1, 2, 3. Dramatics 1, 2, 3, 4. Dramatic Club 4. Oskey Committee, President 4. Band 1, 2, 3. Orchestra 1, 2, 3. Junior Prom Committee 3. Year¬ book Committee 4. Debating Club 2. Oskey Show 2, 3, 4. Fourth Essay. MERLIN H. JENCKS, JR. 1153 West Central Street Franklin Let the world slide — what care If” Merlin is one of our huskiest boys. He really should have gone out for sports, for we are sure he would have aided our teams, particularly football. Whenever you ' d see Merlin going to classes or lunch, he always seemed to be in such a hurry and displayed a very serious ex¬ pression. But, of course, he was not always so; at other times he was in a joking mood. Merlin would like to be in the truck business. We wish him luck in his chosen field. Page Thirty-Four Nineteen Hundred Forty LORRAINE EDITH JENEST 76 Dean Avenue Franklin “DUNNA” Those dancing feet.” Dunna” is our best dancer. She can be seen at our socials, always having a good time and sharing her good company with her dancing partner. Dunna” played on our Girls ' Varsity basketball squad and proved herself a very good player. She is sociable with both the boys and the girls of our class. Lorraine ' s ambition is to enter the field of nursing. With her abili¬ ties, we are assured of her success. Marshal 1, 2. Dramatic Club 4. Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4. Hallowe’en Committee 3, 4. Yearbook Staff 4. Freshman Party 4. Oskey Show 3, 4. Glee Club 1. Public Speaking Club 3. Cheer Leader 3, 4. Graduation Usher 3. ROY OSCAR JOHNSON 23 Beaver Street Franklin ‘‘Silence outspeaks words.” Although we voted Roy as the woman-hater of our class, we later found out that this was not quite true of him, for we have heard of one young lady, who, it is rumored, is favored with his visits quite frequently. We are sure your scientific and exploring mind, Roy, will some day tread upon some path as yet unpenetrated. Freshman Party 1. ARTHUR RAYMOND KENYON Beech Street Franklin “ART” ‘‘Always ready, always there. Always ready to do his share.” “Art” could be appropriately called the man of the hour,” as he is always on hand to offer his suggestions and services, no matter what the occasion or how strenuous the job. Art” supported all our school activities, and proved himself quite a librarian in helping run our school library. Keep up that always ready attitude, “Art,” and you will go a long way, we’re sure. Marshal 1, 2, 3, 4. Dramatics 1, 4. Dramatic Club 4. Hallowe ' en Committee 1, 2, 3, 4. Junior Prom Committee 3. Camera Club 4. Yearbook Committee 4. Library 3, 4. Freshman Party 4. Oskey Show 4. Etiquette Club 4. ANGELINA MARGUERITE 223 Washington Street Franklin ‘‘Always there, but seldom heard from.” Angelina is really one of our quietest classmates, but she is also one of the most even-tempered. She always has a smile on her face and a cheery hello on her lips. Angelina is a faithful member of our class, who is always ready, willing, and able to do her share in any of our class activities. Good luck in the future, Angelina. Home Economics Club 1. Etiquette Club 4. Nineteen Hundred Forty Page Thirty-Five HARRY JOHN MARTELLO 65 Wachusett Street Franklin “ROCKY” “Men of few words are the best men.” Harry is a very quiet worker. As a marshal, he was always respected by all the students. He never became a tyrant, but always displayed a pleasing manner by which he kept his classmates in line. We always enjoyed Rocky’s” company because he was so full of fun. Never was there a moment when we saw Harry without a smile on his face. We hope you will continue to be as happy as you were in school. Good luck, Harry. Marshal 2, 3, 4. Hallowe’en Committee 1, 2, 3. Junior Prom Committee 3. Freshman Party 4. Juror 3, 4. Italian Club 2. Etiquette Club 4. MARY LOUISE MARTELLO 17 Howard Street Franklin “MART” “Short of stature, quick of wit.” Introducing Mary, the girl with the beautiful hair that is the envy of every girl in the class. Everyone likes Mary because she is one of our best-natured classmates. She may be diminutive, but her lack of height does not hinder her in any way. She likes to cook and sew and enjoys sports very much. You certainly deserve our sincere wishes for a happy future, Mary. Marshal 1, 2, 3. Hallowe’en Committee 1, 3. Junior Prom Committee 3. Home Economics Club 1. Oskey Show 1. Glee Club 1. Etiquette Club 4. CHARLES P- MASTROMATTEO 224 Summer Street Franklin “CHARLIE” “We should all be as happy as kings.” Although at times he was rather quiet, “Charlie” often managed to spring a wisecrack in Mr. Colbert ' s classes without being reprimanded, as most of us were who tried to be comedians. “Charlie” helped with our Prom decorations and proved to be quite the little worker. “Charlie has not decided what he would like to do next year, but we wish him luck. JEANNETTE MARION MITCHELL 110 West Central Street Franklin “MITCHIE” “Carefree, clever, and sporty.” Jeannette finds enjoyment in whatever she does. She is very active and is a good sport. Her enthusiasm in basketball has rated her among the best players of the Girls’ Varsity. “Mitchie” is also our best actress. She has taken part in all “Doc’s” plays, and we can say she played so many different roles that it won’t be hard for hen to continue studying in this field. This is “Mitchie’s” great ambition and we know she’ll be a success. Good luck, Jeannette. Marshal 2. Dramatics 1, 2, 3, 4. Dramatic Club 4. Basketball 3, 4. Latin Club 2. Hallowe’en Committee 1, 2, 3, 4. Junior Prom Committee 3. Freshman Party 4. Oskey Show 2, 3, 4. Page Thirty-Six Nineteen Hundred Forty THERESA ANN MOLINARO 56 Ruggles Street Franklin “TREE” “Shy at first, but a good sport when known.’’ Who’s the girl with the friendly smile and super-pleasing person¬ ality? You’re right, it’s Theresa. To all outward appearances Theresa is very quiet and reserved, but she is considered both clever and pleasant by her most intimate friends. Theresa has not yet decided what she will do after she graduates, but from past experience, we can safely say she will succeed in whatever she chooses. Blue and White 4. Hallowe’en Committee 1, 2. Commercial Club 4. Scholar¬ ship Fund Dance 4. Etiquette Club 4. CHARLES FREDERICK MOLLOY 113 School Street Franklin “CHAS.” “After all is said and done. Life must have been made for fun.’’ Charlie” is one of the school Romeos who has a way with the women. No wonder, as he is a good-natured chap with a swell dispo¬ sition if his Irish temper isn’t up.” When this is in session, watch out! Charles is well known to everyone through his playing of basketball. When you think of Charlie,” you immediately think of this sport. He is really good. As far as we know, Charlie” is Army bound, so all we can say is — watch out, Army! Marshal 3. Basketball 2, 3, 4. Juror 3. ANNA WINNIFRED MURPHY 62 Marvin Avenue Franklin “MURPH” “There’s fun in everything we meet.” Introducing Murph.” Murph” has kept many a class from being a bore because of her cheery disposition. She is a friend to all and is sociable with all her classmates. She can be seen at all our socials and other school activities. We don’t know what Anna plans to do after leaving high school, but we wish her luck. Basketball 4. Blue and White 4. Hallowe’en Party 2. Junior Prom Com¬ mittee 3. Commercial Club 4. Oskey Show 2, 4. Glee Club 1. FRANCES JOAN NARDI 244 East Central Street Franklin “FRANNIE” “Virtue may be gay, yet with dignity.” Frannie” is one of the quieter girls of our class, but yet has many friends to her credit. Her cheery hello” and jovial manners were al¬ ways appreciated by all her friends. Frances plans to become a nurse, and with her quiet, comforting ways we know she will succeed. Best of luck, Fran.” Marshal 2. Glee Club 1. Public Speaking Club 3. Nineteen Hundred Forty Page Thirty-Seven MARY MELVIN OATEN 95 Peck Street Franklin “And hers the silence and the calm.” Mary was always sociable and pleasant to speak to. She has proven herself quite a mistress of the arts of both cooking and sewing in the Home Economics classes. Mary was never a bother to any of her teachers and always knew her lessons quite well. We don ' t know what Mary intends to do next fall, but we do wish her the best of luck. Home Economics Club 2. Freshman Party 1. Oskey Show 4. Glee Club 4. ALBERTA ELIZABETH OBER 29 Lewis Street Franklin “Merry and cheery, always gay. Happy to smile and light your way.” Always blithe and gay, Alberta goes on her carefree, merry way. She hails all her friends, and this jolly manner will never leave her lacking companions. She is grand to get along with and is most sociable to all her classmates. May you always go through life as we have known you in school, Alberta. Dramatic Club 2. Oskey Show 4. Glee Club 1. JAMES J. O’DONNELL 113 Union Street Franklin “JIMMIE” “When Irish eyes are smiling.” And when weren’t “Jimmie’s” eyes smiling? With beaming eyes and gleaming face, Jimmie” could be seen an ardent supporter at all the school ' s activities. We ' ll particularly remember “Jimmie” for the fine football player he turned out to be. Many were the times that “Jimmie” came to the rescue and scored a touchdown in the last moments of play to save a game. If you continue with that same fighting spirit, “Jimmie,” we’re sure you’ll succeed. Football 3, 4. Hallowe’en Committee 1. Junior Prom Committee 3. Etiquette Club 4. ELEANOR JEAN OLIVER 53 Julia Avenue Franklin “ELIE” “EL” “OLIE” “A smile for everyone.” Wherever and whenever you see “Olie,” you also see her contagious smile. Eleanor always seems happy, is very sociable, and has something complimentary to say to everyone she meets. Eleanor’s many friends will certainly be pleased to hear that she plans to attend Wilfred Academy to take up hair and beauty culture. We hope you will let us know, Eleanor, when you complete your course so that we may patronize you. Good luck to you. Dramatic Club 4. Home Economics Club 2. Oskey Show 4. Glee Club 4. Italian Club 2. Etiquette Club 4. Page Thirty-Eight Nineteen Hundred Forty MARY J. PALLADINI West Central Street Franklin “Her face is fair; her heart is true.” Mary was a very quiet worker, but her sweet nature was always appreciated by all her classmates. She was so shy that not many of us got to know her as well as we would have liked to. May you have happiness and success in your chosen work, for you deserve it, Mary. Good luck. Oskey Show 4. Glee Club 4. Etiquette Club 4. ANNE PAULINE PALUMBO 136 Wachusett Street Franklin “DUSTY” “What is worth doing is worth doing well.” Popular? Sure. Smart? Absolutely. Whom are we talking about? Pardon us, in our enthusiasm we forgot to introduce Anne. She sur¬ prised us all in the business course, even Miss Bullukian. by her mar¬ velous rate of speed in shorthand. We hope she will continue in this field because we know she will be a great success. Anne has a quiet manner and spirit of optimism which we sincerely feel will be her greatest aid to that success which we are certain she will attain. Blue and White 4. Junior Prom Committee 3. Commercial Club, Secretary 4. Scholarship Fund Dance 4. Yearbook Committee 4. Oskey Show 1. Italian Club 2. Etiquette Club 4. Senior Play Committee 4. Class Will. ROBERT CLARK PARKER 440 East Central Street Franklin “BOB” “I know him of a noble mind” This boy has passed through high school with nary a disturbance caused by himself. This does not mean, however, that he was an in¬ active boy. He was full of good ideas to improve the class and school, and he was not afraid to speak his thoughts. All his pals can tell you Bob is an easy fellow to get along with, and with his ideas he should get along well in the world. Hallowe’en Committee 1. Junior Prom Committee 3. Biology Club 2, Vice- President 3. Debating Club 3. Graduation Usher 3. Etiquette Club 4. EVERETT WALDO PARREN 40 Cross Street Franklin “Always carefree — never silent” Although Everett has not taken part in many of our class activities, he is a good sport and very cooperative. He is blessed with a pleasant smile which is almost always in use. Everett is industrious and is not afraid of hard work. This is one of the best qualities for success which we know will be his. Good Luck. Everett. Nineteen Hundred Forty Page Thirty-Nine ELIZABETH ANN PASQUANTONIO 57 Wachusett Street Franklin “PASQ” “Quiet, reserved, calm, and self-possessed A lthough Betty is quiet, she can sometimes be as witty as anyone. Betty ' s presence is usually announced by a giggle and then “HI.” She is well liked by everyone and during her four years in high school was seldom seen without Mary. Betty likes sports and is very domestic, so we are sure she will be a success. Marshal 1, 2. Hallowe’en Committee 1. Home Economics Club 1, 2. Oskey Show 1. Glee Club 3. Etiquette Club 4. MARY ERNESTINE PATETE 80 Alpine Place Franklin “PATATA” “And laughter holding both her sides —“ Mary was always the happy-go-lucky girl while in school. She giggled through her classes and has made the rest of the room feel cheery and peppy because of her presence. Mary is full of little wise-cracks and speaks right out at all times. She would like to be a dressmaker and may attend some dressmaking school next fall. Good luck, “Patata. Basketball 1. French Club 1. Junior Prom Committee 3. Home Economics Club 1, 2. Oskey Show 4. Italian Club 2. Etiquette Club 4. EDWARD ROBERT PELLEGRI 40 Alpine Place Franklin “EDDIE” “Always friendly, always gay, A good sport in every way.” ■ ' Eddie is a very capable fellow, both mentally and physically. While he restrained his intellectual abilities a bit, he did not do so with his physical ones. His playing on the football and basketball teams emphasized this fact, as “Eddie was above average in both. His smiling personality and witty conversation made him many friends. “Eddie never let school get him down, as he was happy-go- lucky all the time. Good Luck. Edward. Marshal 1, 2, 3, 4. Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4. Football 1, 2, 3, Captain 4. Hallow¬ e’en Committee 1, 2, 3, 4. Junior Prom Committee 3. Oskey Show 4. Italian Club 2. Etiquette Club 4. LIBYAN PATRICIA PIERCE 40 Moore Avenue Franklin “LILLY” “SCULLY” “Happy am , from care I am free. Why can’t the others be like me?” “Lilly” is about the most carefree girl in our class. She is well known and liked by all her classmates. She is very witty to talk with and proved herself to be quite a practical joker. She has taken an active part in many of our sports and was a great help. We hope you succeed in whatever field you choose to follow, Lilyan. Marshal 1, 2, 3. Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4. Hallowe’en Committee 1, 2, 3. Home Economics Club 2, 3. Etiquette Club 4. page Forty Nineteen Hundred Forty JOSEPHINE C. PISINI 92 Lewis Street Franklin “JOE” “Quiet, serious, yet sociable.” Josephine has gone through four years of high school with a jolly hello and a smile to all classmates. She has attended all school socials and has. we know, enjoyed herself. Her closest friends know Josephine to be good company. She intends to go to a dressmaking school in Boston next year, and from examples of her ability in sewing we know she will succeed in this field. Good luck to you, “Joe.” Basketball 1. Oskey Show 4. Etiquette Club 4. DOMINICK A. PIZZI 56 North Park Street Franklin “DOM” “Fine, with bashful sincerity.” We never hear much from Dom because he is quiet and serious, but he is really capable of much fun-making. He is a perfect gentleman, likes sports, doesn ' t seem to like girls, and is a true friend. We are sure that Dominick ' s characteristics will lead him to the heights of success. MARY ELIZABETH REARDON 3 Cottage Street Franklin “BESSIE” “Quiet but smiling.” Being very attractive, “Bessie” always attracts notice even though she is very quiet. She’s another member of our class with a pleasing smile. Always remember to smile your best for the camera of life. “Bessie.” Judging from “Bessie’s” neat appearance, we know that she will go far in the domestic field. Home Economics Club 1. Etiquette Club 4. EDWARD ROY RHYNARD 19 Hayward Street Franklin “BUZZIE” “EDDIE” “Still water runs deep.” Quiet, as the quotation given him denotes, “Buzzie” really has a swell sense of humor and a sort of shy, pleasing smile beaming from behind the blush. This smile may be seen on Buzz’s” face as early as 5:30 in the morning as he makes the rounds in the milk truck, when most of us (if we are ever up that early) are usually half-awake and far from smiling. Keep up the smile and the good work and you ' ll go a long way, “Buzzie.” Nineteen Hundred Forty Page Forty-One ARLEEN ANNE RICE 28 Nason Street Franklin “RICEY” “Jovial as the day is long.’’ Arleen ' s sense of humor certainly came in handy when we were all down-and-out about our studies. She always managed to spring a joke at the correct time. Her friends have envied the way she gave oral compositions, without the least bit of worry. We know you will be a success as a secretary, Arleen, and we wish you all the luck in the world. Marshal 2. Dramatics 1, 2, 3, 4. Dramatic Club 4. Latin Club 2. Blue and White 4. Oskey Committee 4. Hallowe’en Committee 2, 3, 4. Junior Prom Com¬ mittee 3. Program Committee 4. Commercial Club 4. Scholarship Fund Dance 4. Oskey Show 2, 3, 4. Glee Club 1. Handbook Club 2. Etiquette Club 4. Tele¬ phone Bridge 4. ROBERT THOMAS ROSS 120 School Street Franklin ■‘BOB’’ “BERG” A likeable chap with manners easy, His very words and acts are breezy.’’ If you ' re looking for a good-natured companion, you needn ' t go any farther than Bob. ' ' He is always ready to do whatever the rest do and usually has a few good ideas of his own. His hobby is reading and he is a swing fan and a sports enthusiast. To find out who is the vocalist for a certain orchestra or who is left-fielder for a certain base¬ ball team, just ask Bob.” For anyone with such perpetual good-nature, success is assured. Dramatics 4. Dramatic Club 4. Junior Prom Committee 4. Yearbook Com¬ mittee 4. Telephone Bridge 4. Baseball 4. EDWARD JOSEPH ST. JOHN 7 Charlotte Street Franklin “EDDIE” “A friend to all and a grand good sport.” Eddie” is a good classmate to know. He never is seen in a dis¬ tressed mood but is always pleasant through the day. He greets everyone with a smile and speaks to all with laughter in his voice. ‘‘Eddie’ ' has certainly not been one of our noise-makers. Have you seen his skilled penmanship? He has a very good hand¬ writing which makes teachers enjoy reading his class papers. Edward would like to study some trade in the future, and we know he will be successful in whatever he chooses. Good luck, ‘‘Eddie. ' ’ JOHN AUGUST SCHUR 124 Beaver Street Franklin “JOHNNY” “I shall succeed.” I shall succeed.” No statement could fit John any more precisely. He excels in all his undertakings. He seems to have an inexhaustible diligence in the pursuit of his studies. He has made other notable achievements in the musical and dramatic line, having played the violin in the orchestra for four years and acted in Doc’s” plays. We feel sure that, with John’s assiduity, he will never encounter an insurmountable obstacle. Marshal 1, 2, 3. Dramatics 1, 2, 3, 4. Dramatic Club 4. Band 1, 4. Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4. Hallowe ' en Committee 1. Junior Prom Committee 3. Yearbook Staff, Business Manager 4. Debating Club 3, 4. Oskey Show 1, 2, 3, 4. Handbook Club 2, Vice-President 2. Valedictorian. Page Forty-Two Nineteen Hundred Forty MARGARET MARY SIMPSON 5 Darling Court Franklin “MARGY” “Good things come in small packages.” “Margy” was always very quiet and sweet. She is very neat and dainty and keeps herself this way all through the day. Margaret has made many friends while in high school, and all her classmates have enjoyed her company. She is thinking of being a nurse, but can ' t quite make up her mind. Wherever you go or whatever you do, you have your classmates ' best wishes, “Margy.” Hallowe’en Committee 1. Alumni Dance 4. JOSEPH HENRY SOCCI 17 Worsted Street ' Franklin “FLASH” “When you have nothing to say, say nothing.” Henry is one of the less boisterous members of our class, but when called upon in a classroom he always has an answer. Henry is always willing to lend a helping hand wherever he can, and he may be depended upon. His good-nature and friendliness to¬ wards all classmates has made him well liked in high school. For the future, Henry has chosen radio study, in which he already has a good start. Good Luck, “Flash.” Hallowe’en Committee 4. Junior Prom Committee 3. Camera Club 2. Fresh¬ man Party 3. Model Airplane Club 1. Christmas Dance 4. EDYTHE MAE STUTMAN 36 Highland Street Franklin “EDIE” “None but the ambitious deserve the fair.” Yes, this is Edythe, better known as “Edie.” She is a grand worker and everything comes easy to her. We all like her pleasant disposition. Edythe has supported our girls’ basketball team and proved herself a good sport and a swell player. We wish you luck in the future, “Edie”; you can’t help but succeed. Marshal 1. Dramatics 2, 4. Dramatic Club 4. Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4. Latin Club 2. Oskey Show 3, 4. Public Speaking Club 3, 4. Etiquette Club 4. Year¬ book Committee 4. Third Essay ROSEMARY JOAN TRACY 192 East Central Street Franklin “SKEET” “The days of our youth are the days of our glory.” Rosemary has put much life into our classes. Her pleasant smile has brought her many friends. Rosemary was always full of “pep and sang cheerfully in all her classes. She has proven herself both a good basketball player and a good singer. May you be successful in whatever field you choose. Good luck, “Skeet.” Marshal 1. Basketball 1, 2, 3, Manager 4. Blue and White 3, 4. Hallowe’en Committee 2, 4. Junior Prom Committee 3. Commercial Club 4. Yearbook Staff 4. Freshman Party 4. Oskey Show 1, 3, 4. Italian Club 2. Athletic Asso¬ ciation Captain 4. Nineteen Hundred Forty Page Forty-Three § FRANK JOSEPH USTINOWICH 107 Pond Street Franklin “Far from the maddening crowd’s ignoble strife.” Frank is of the quiet type, but that is not saying he was not an active class member. He was always one of the leaders in his class, as his teachers can tell you. He has a genial way about him that makes you want him for a friend. His soft-spoken and smooth voice are grand to hear. He is ap¬ preciated by all, and everyone bids him success in life. EMMA VELLUTI SO Lewis Street Franklin “EM” “Good nature and good friends were her companions.” “Em” has been rather quiet in school, but we know she is a very good mixer when she is outside. She is a good sport and very humor¬ ous and pleasant in talking to all her friends. She is one of our good-looking classmates and will be a great success in whatever field she chooses. Lots of luck, “Em.” Keep being as cheerful as you were in high school. Blue and White 3, 4. Hallowe’en Committee 3. Junior Prom Committee 3. Commercial Club 4. Scholarship Fund Dance 4. Oskey Show 3, 4. Italian Club 2. Program Committee 4. ELIZA ANNTIONETTE VERNA 57 Arlington Street Franklin “LEE” “Quietly she goes her way. Doing the right thing every day.” “Lee” is the dark-haired, dark-eyed girl with the beautiful smile. Frank, earnest, and sincere, she has won many friends. Although “Lee ' ’ seems quiet, those who know her consider her a good sport. She sees the funny side of everything and therefore keeps peace and harmony everywhere. “Lee’’ likes to sew and we are sure she will succeed wherever she can use that talent. Best wishes for your future, “Lee.” Marshal 1, 2. Oskey Show 4. Italian Club 2, 3. Etiquette Club 4. MARIE DAWN VILLANI 67 Alpine Place Franklin “DAISY MAE” “Floppy as the day is long.” Happy-go-lucky is the phrase which fits Marie to a “T.” Because of her jolly nature, her ability to get along with others, and her pleas¬ ing manner, Marie finds it very difficult to keep out of mischief. However, in her serious moments, Marie gets good ideas and does well in her school work. As Marie has no definite plans for the future, we wish her luck in whatever course she plans to pursue. Marshal 1, French Club 1. Hallowe’en Committee 1, 2. Library 1. Italian Club 2. Page Forty-Four Nineteen Hundred Forty IRENE MAY WEBBER 10 Emmons Street Franklin “Quietly she goes her way, Sincere throughout the day.” Quiet and reserved, Irene is a loyal and dependable friend to all. Being the quietest girl in our class, she was seldom heard unless called upon. Everyone was fond of her because of her extremely likeable ways. Irene’s plans for the future are unknown, but whatever they are, she has our sincere best wishes. Blue and White 4. Commercial Club 4. Home Economics Club 1. MARGARET ELLEN WILSON Oak Street Franklin “MARGIE” “Her cheery smile and sparkling eyes Make many friends where affection lies.” The old saying goes that redheads have mean dispositions, but in “Margie” we have the exception that proves the rule. “Margie is always so pleasant to talk with and always so cheerful. She is a very conscientious worker, and we know she will succeed as one of the “Women in White.” Good Luck, Margaret. Dramatics 4. Dramatic Club 4. Hallowe’en Committee 2, 4. Junior Prom Committee 3. Library 2, 3. Freshman Party 4. Oskey Show 3, 4. Glee Club 1, 2. Etiquette Club 4. Class Prophecy. PHYLLIS GRACE WOODWARD 72 Dean Avenue Franklin “PHIL” “A friend when friends are wanted most.” “Phil” is one of our studious girls. She has always managed to know the right answer and has always received good marks. Phyllis is a very poetic type of person. She either recites a poem or writes one of her own. She also possesses a good singing voice. “Phil” is going to Hill College in the fall. We wish you the best, Phyllis. Dramatics 1. Blue and White, Associate Editor 4. Oskey Committee 3. Com¬ mercial Club 4. Scholarship Fund Dance 4. Oskey Show 3, 4. MABEL ELLIS WOODWORTH S Summer Street Franklin “Always friendly, always gay, Ready to aid you on your way.” Do we hear talking and laughing? It must be Mabel and her group of friends. She is always so cheerful and happy throughout her classes, always smiling as she passes to her periods of the day. Mabel has been an active and faithful member of the Camera and Commercial Clubs. Mabel plans to go to a secretarial school and will surely be an efficient worker in any office. Good luck, Mabel. Marshal 1. Dramatics 4. Dramatic Club 4. Blue and White 4. Hallowe’en Committee 2, 4. Camera Club, Secretary 3, 4. Oskey Show 4. Commercial Club 4. Yearbook Staff 4. Nineteen Hundred Forty Page Forty-Five WILLIAM RAYMOND YANKEE 201 West Central Street Franklin “RAY” “Soft-Voiced and calm, of disposition mild.’’ “Ray” is an even-tempered young man who quietly pursues his studies without creating much fuss. His presence, however, is certainly felt by the other members of the classes he attends as he excels in all his studies. He is well liked by all the people who know him, because of his constant good-nature. In whatever he decides to do, he has the good wishes of the whole class. Marshal 1. Band 1. Hallowe’en Committee 2, 4. Junior Prom Committee 3. Freshman Party 3. Handbook Club 2. Christmas Dance 4. Class History. iBellingham Seniors JOHN BACZUK NELLIE BACZUK CHARLES BERRY EDNA BOUDREAU ARTHUR BOKOSKI HENRY BRUCE ROSAMOND BURR YOLANDA CODA RAYMOND COOK WILFRED DUFRESNE EUGENE GARNEAU ANGELA GIGANTI JUNE HALL GILBERT HOUDE ARBERT MARCHAND GABRIELLE MARTEL ADELE MELROSE LEANDRO ROTATORI SIMONE RAINEY CHARLES SARAKIN MORTON SCHAEFER LEO TROTTIER Page Forty-Six Nineteen Hundred Forty rLTLrLrLrLrmjTrLriJ! CLASS OFFICERS President — Albert Stello Secretary -— Lillian Pidgeon Vice-President — Helen Hamant Treasurer — Mary Ristaino CLASS COLORS Maroon and Silver CLASS FLOWER Gardenia CLASS MOTTO Today we follow, tomorrow we lead. MARSHAL Felix Cataldo COMMENCEMENT DAY HONORS Valedictorian — John Schur Salutatorian — Mildred Heaton 1st Essay — Virginia Eida 3rd Essay — Edythe Stutman 2nd Essay — Helen Hamant 4th Essay -—- Merton Jeffers CLASS DAY HONORS History — William Yankee Will — Anne Palumbo Prophecy — Margaret Wilson Gifts — Elvira DeCesare Oration — Joseph Hippie L L L L L L i Glass History r | ' HIS history of the Class of 1940 is due to the great ingenuity and mentality of Dr. Alma Mater. Dr. Mater has invented the Timescope, a marvelous machine which enables a person to glance backwards over his past, though it will not permit him to foresee his future. The famous inventor left the ingenious machine to our class, because the Class of 1940 has been one of the most brilliant classes ever to have graduated from Franklin High School (Believe it or not) . So, without any further explanation, we climb into the Timescope and set it for Sep¬ tember, 193 6. After a whirling and clashing of gears, we see our class entering F. H. S. When we entered this place of education we numbered only 188 physically, but mentally we felt as important as an army. The upper classmen soon took this feeling out of our heads, and we were made to feel like “greenhorns.” Our first glance at the social life in F. H. S. was during the Freshman Acquaintance Party. This party had both its advantages and disadvantages. We enjoyed several short plays and had refreshments, but before these pleasures we had to endure some painful hand-shaking, and our dignity was utterly lost when name tags were pinned on us as if we were small children going on a long railroad trip. The Timescope takes us to the next social event of our Freshman year, the Hallowe ' en Party. A ghostly play was presented, side shows enticed pennies from everyone, and, of course, we managed to stuff ourselves with popcorn, hot dogs, soda, and cake. Our first feeling of doing something really worth while for Franklin High School was just before Thanksgiving when we were permitted to put on the Thanksgiving Assembly. The next scene is at the mid-year exams. The less said about these examinations, the better. The most astonishing thing was that none of the students had a nervous breakdown, although some of us received physical treatment from our parents when the marks went home. A new system for school hours was introduced as we entered the “home stretch” of our Freshman year. The hours were from 8:15 to 1:15, permitting us to leave school an hour earlier, except for a few pupils who liked school so much that they acquired sessions to remain in school longer. The band was “par excellence” this year and put on programs in several places, the most important being the broadcast from WAAB. Our first year at F. H. S. had come to an end, and the majority of us had passed success¬ fully. Although some of us hadn’t gained much in knowledge, everyone will agree that we had gained in experience. Nineteen Hundred forty Page Forty-Nine When we reentered school in 193 7, after a recuperative vacation, we found that Mr. Doherty, our former mathematics teacher, had taken over Mr. Patty ' s position as Principal. Mr. Patty had gone to South Hadley to become Superintendent of Schools. The new members of the faculty were Mr. Fitzpatrick, Miss Lindsey, Mr. Stevens, Mr. Rutledge, and Mr. Beane. The class was really organized this year, and the following officers were elected: President, Robert Catalano: Vice-President. Albert Stello; Secretary, Joseph Hippie; and Treasurer, Arthur Bokoski. Mr. Fitzpatrick was elected faculty advisor, and has filled this position very capably throughout the three years. All of us gasped sighs of relief when the mid-year exams were abolished. Of course, somp of the teachers gave us exams in class, but this was better than the larger examinations. Many of our members participated in extra-curricular activities, such as athletics, band, orchestra, and other clubs. The end of this year marked the halfway mark of the high school course, and most of us agreed that the first two years had passed by very swiftly. When we entered F. H. S. in our third year, we regarded ourselves as on an equal basis with the Seniors, although the Seniors didn’t accept our estimate. The class officers this year were: President, Virginia Eida; Vice-President, Helen Hamant; Secretary, Vera DeCesare; and Treasurer, Albert Stello. Vera DeCesare was elected chairman of the ring committee, and the following were ap¬ pointed to assist her: Helen Hamant, Walter Gammon, Mary Ristaino, and Hilmer Anderson. The new member of the faculty in 193 8 was Miss Lindblad, who, as cooking teacher, filled in the position which had just been vacated. In December, Miss Lawrence left and Mr. Abbott took over her duties permanently. Bellingham opened its own school this year and the decrease in pupils enabled all the students to be placed in one building. Of course we missed the familiar smell of hay for awhile, but later we didn ' t even remember that Bellingham existed except for a few “farmers who insisted on coming here once in awhile. Although the Seniors didn’t regard us as on an equal footing with them, they needed some of our members in the Oskey which was given as a Showboat. The Timescope brings us to the largest event of our Junior year, the Junior Prom. We put on a successful Prom in honor of the Seniors. The gym was decorated with large drawings of famous orchestra leaders, and huge models of sheet music. Excellent music was furnished by Frankie Day and his Orchestra. One thing that we shall always remember is the familiar figure of “Doc’’ Frazer actively directing marching practice. The Band went on their annual boat trip which was enjoyed by many students. Some of the students were forced to feed the fishes and, because of this, missed most of the sightseeing. Page Fifty Nineteen Hundred Forty We found the names of many members of our class in the membership lists of the Band, Orchestra, Glee Club, Athletics, and various other clubs. The summer vacation seemed to go by very swiftly, and in a short while we found ourselves entering F. H. S. for the last time. Eighty-seven members had dropped out of our ranks, and there were left only 101 members. As we looked down upon the lowly Freshmen, we wondered if we had ever pulled the dumb stunts that they did. The first thing that we had to do was to elect class officers. The following were chosen: President, Albert Stello; Vice-President, Helen Hamant; Secretary, Lillian Pidgeon; and Treasurer, Mary Ristaino. We gave an Acquaintance Party to the incoming Freshmen, and made them suffer the same treatment that we had received three years previously. Td raise funds for the Yearbook, we held a Christmas Dance and a Leap Year Dance. Through the cooperation of many students and outsiders, both dances were successful. George Fitzgerald and his orchestra furnished the music. During the four years at F. H. S. we have been well represented in athletics. Dino Geromini, Joseph Hippie, and Robert Ross were active members of the baseball team. Edward Pellegri, Dino Geromini, James O’Donnell, Owen Emery, Attilio Ciampa, Albert Stello, Joe D’Amelio, Nick DeCamillo, and Edward Rhynard participated on the gridiron. Dino Geromini, Edward Pellegri, Joe Hippie, Charles Molloy, and Owen Emery played fine basketball. The basketball team made such a fine showing that they were invited to play in the Tech. Tourney. Although they were beaten in the first game, the boys played very well. Our Oskey, this year, was in the form of a Barn Jamboree. Mr. Fitzpatrick, our fa culty advisor, “Doc” Frazer, the director, and William Martello, as musician, by their tireless efforts were largely responsible for making it a success. It was a success, as everyone will agree, especi¬ ally the Treasurer. Now, the middle of May, we have only a few more events to take part in, namely, the Junior Prom. Commencement exercises, and the Senior Hop. After these events are over, we shall have left to us only the memory of the happy times we spent together at F. H. S. We shall have passed another milestone in our lives. We have many severe problems ahead of us, but I am confident that this class will meet every problem with success and rise to the top. As our motto states, “Today we follow, tomorrow we lead.” WILLIAM RAYMOND YANKEE Historian (Any similarity between the author and a real Historian is purely accidental.) Nineteen Hundred Forty Page Fifty-One Glass c Will B E IT WELL REMEMBERED that WE, THE CLASS OF ONE THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED AND FORTY, of Franklin High School of Norfolk County in the Common¬ wealth of Massachusetts, the most dignified class yet to be graduated from our illustrious Alma Mater, each, having a sound mind in a sound body and conscious of justice, do on this nineteenth day of June in the year of our Lord One Thousand Nine Hundred and Forty hereby devise and bequeath this — our last will and testament. Our only request is that those to whom we owe anything please forget about it today, to¬ morrow, and always. TO THE TEACHERS: To Principal James J. Doherty, our esteemed benefactor and loyal friend, we humbly be¬ queath the richest of our treasures, deep appreciation for his efforts in our behalf. To Miss Wiggin. A phonograph record. She ' ll need it to inform her homeroom pupils that their desks are not wastebaskets and that they need cleaning out. To Mr. Colbert. A telegraph set. Now he can go on communicating with his colleagues, the King of England and President Roosevelt. To Mr. Frazer. Two-thirds of our broken chemistry tubes. The remaining one-third may be carefully deposited in receptacles distributed throughout various parts of the building. To Miss Keefe. An extra pair of glasses just in case her present ones give out while she’s twirling them around her fingers. To Mr. Fitzpatrick. A giant ruler, the longest on the market, by which he can measure our appreciation for the successful way in which he has conducted our activities. To the remaining members of the faculty, who have professed unwaning interest in us, we bequeath the masterpieces of art and literature which we have inscribed on the desk covers. TO THE JITTERBUGGING JUNIORS: To Harold Adams. A red jacket to match his face when he blushes. To Nancy Haughey. An “Emery” board. She likes to keep her nails looking nice. To Charlie Giancola. A ten-year contract as pitcher for a big-league team. His favorite name and month is May.” We wonder why. To Marilyn Keefe. A “Mike”rophone to keep her company next year. To “Danny” Garelick. A year’s subscription to “Esquire to keep him informed on latest styles. To Eunice Belleville. A “Coffee Shop of her own. Her latest discovery is the Ross Sundae.” To David Galgani. A cow bell. We’d like to hear from him more often. To the remaining Juniors we bequeath a large supply of Johnson’s Glo-Coat in order that they may acquire a certain necessary lustre before assuming dignified positions next fall. TO THE SNAPPY SOPHOMORES: To Henry Bartelloni. A free pass to all our social functions. If he keeps on attracting the girls, all our dances are sure to be successful. To Violet Apalakian. A booklet entitled How to Play Pranks.She fooled Mr. DePasqua a few (?) times this year. To Reynold Shangraw. We find that he has gone back to his baby days by playing “Patty” cakes, so we leave him a few of them. Page Fifty-Two Nineteen Hundred Forty To Vera Martello. A box of crayons. We know that her favorite color is “Red.” To Henry DeCregorio. A straight jacket. Maybe he won’t wiggle around so much in class. We hope this won’t have any effect on his excellent intellectual abilities. To Eileen Maroney. A box of matches which she may divide with ’’Jim,” so that the spark will never die out. To Robert Brown. A signed petition giving him a monopoly on the session hall for the next two years. To the remaining Sophomores, who have had to be patient with the obscurity of their rank, we leave a truck load of jumping-jacks so that they may regain what vim and vigor they lost during the last few years. TO THE FRIVOLOUS FRESHMEN: To Freddie Pasini. A growing tablet. Maybe someday he ' ll reach that half-way-to-heaven height of four feet. To Kay McNally. A check for $25. This reserve may come in handy for some “Parker”- house rolls when she’s lonely. To Lawrence Tully. An honorary seat in the office, just in case he gets tired of attend¬ ing classes and feels the urge to skip a few. To Joyce Eagen. A nickel bar. We ll make it an O “Henry.” She goes for them in a big way. To Milton Guinard. A course in sewing and the art of making girls’ hats. He doesn’t approve of the modern styles designed by the world-famous experts. To Dorothy Freeman. A recording of the song “Chatterbox.” She ' s a very good conver¬ sationalist. To the remaining Freshmen, we hereby bequeath the recommendation that they consult our Who’s Who for information and inspiration in the coming years. In testimony whereof we hereunto set our hands and in the presence of witnesses do declare this to be our last will this nineteenth day of June in the year One Thousand Nine Hundred and Forty. President, Albert Stello Vice-President, Helen Hamant We, whose names are hereunto subscribed, do certify that on this nineteenth day of June, One Thousand Nine Hundred and Forty, the above named subscribed to this instrument in our presence and hearing, declaring the same to be their last will and testament and requested each and every one of us to sign our names thereto, as witnesses to the execution thereof, which we hereby do in the presence of the testators and each other on the day of the will. Pinocchio Cleo Jimminy Cricket Scribe — ANNE PALUMBO Nineteen Hundred Fo tv Page Fifty-Three § Glass Prophecy Day Dreams Last night they fluttered by me, As I sat in the gathering gloom. I saw each classmate’s future Before me in the room. They followed my gorgeous fancy. My bark that idly goes From a land that no man seeth To a land that no man knows. Then my soul leaped up to hold them, My dreams so wild and sweet. Each day I prayed to keep them, My visions of joy and peace. These few rare prophecies of the Future Are all I could obtain. I hope they will help you in choosing Your certain road to fame. SANTINA ACCORSI . . . has become a blues singer in a ritzy night club. She ' s the toast of the town! BESSIE ADAMS ... is rising rapidly to fame since her debut in “Sky Shy.” MARY ALLEN ... is a switchboard operator. It fascinates her because of the “Buzz.” MARTHA ANDERSON ... is employed as a decoy by a detective agency. She always gets her man! NATALIE BAER . . . models bathing suits. The manufacturer has a hard time to make the production equal the sales. VIRGINIA BARNES ... is supervisor for the construction of “Rhodes” in Bellingham. ELIZABETH BEDIRIAN ... is editing a series of magazine articles featuring the “Lone Ranger.” NICK BERTONI ... is a feature for the Ringling Bros. Circus. He is the largest man in captivity. VIRGINIA BIANCHINI . . . has been acclaimed for her artistic drawings. Her latest master¬ piece is called “A Dream.” Who is he, Ginny? ROSE BISSANTI ... is a time keeper in a watch factory. Rose was always so prompt that she tries to make others that way also. BILLY BLANCHARD ... is a Shortwave Radio ham. In this way he can keep in touch with his many admirers. BETTY BROWN ... is the champion Marathon runner. That’s right., Betty, race right up that ladder to fame. JOHN BRUNELLI . . . John is a publicity agent. Judging from previous activities, he must be a success. BIAGIO CAPALDO ... is an organ grinder. His favorite song is “My Marguerita.” CARL CARLSON ... is a lifeguard at Palm Beach. Tsk, tsk, there are more careless swim¬ mers being rescued. Isn’t it odd they’re always girls! GINO CARLUCCI ... is a dog trainer. He has a new kind of hunter and setter. This dog hunts for a bone, then “sets” and eats it. DORIS CARPENTIER ... is a beautician. She just sailed for Paris to show them her latest hair styles. ROBERT CATALANO ... is water boy for Notre Dame’s football team. That’s one way to go to college, Bobby. HENRY CATALDO ... is so hard pressed by the girls that he has joined the Foreign Legion. RUTH CHELOTTI ... is proprietress of an ice cream parlor, but she never serves “Jimmies.” Page Fifty-Four Nineteen Hundred Forty PAULINE CHITTICK . . . What ' s this? Of all things — Pauline is a “Bill” Collector for “Chittick Incorporated.” ATTILIO CIAMPA . . . has earned the title of “Casanova” of City Mills. RONALD COOK . . . can be seen on Broadway playing the lead in “Who Has My Heart?” DOROTHY CORBETT . . . gives auditions with her accordion. Dot has played away many happy hours for us on this instrument. BETTY CORNWALL . . . has organized a date bureau. She ' s doing a rushing business. MARY DAILEY ... is a dress designer. Mary has the knack of making Paris creations from bargain-counter purchases. MICHAEL D’AMELIO ... is a plumber . He accepted an offer from Keefe Co. just to keep it all in the family. JOSEPH D’AMELIO 1 ... is a stand-in for Humphrey Bogart. The similarity in looks is so striking he ' s set for life. ELVIRA DeCESARE ... is an artist ' s model. She is in great demand. Is it any wonder? ELEANOR DeLUCIA ... is a poetess. Her latest verse goes thus: “Pitter Pat goes my heart.” NICHOLAS DiCAMILLO ... is a football hero. That’s a swell way to earn your living, Nick, playing all the time. EMANUEL DiCECCO ... is a judge. He is having a hard time judging which of two girls he likes better. ROBERTA DOHERTY ... is making a motion picture, cast in the role of “Henry” Aldrich’s sister. VIRGINIA E IDA ... is a talent scout for Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, seeking men that are tall, dark, and handsome. LAWRENCE ELLIS ... is a lumberman. What is “Wood-worth” in his opinion? Very valuable. (Just ask him.) OWEN EMERY ... is a champion lightweight boxer. His professional name is “Little Sir Echo.” DORIS FLEMING ... is a dietician. She prescribes ice cream and candy to be eaten daily. She ' s the idol of all children. VIRGINIA FRESN ... is a model school teacher. After the applause she received in the exhi¬ bition, she decided on that road of toil. INGEBORG GABEL ... is an airplane designer and has made quite a hit with her new “Redpath” model. WALTER GAMMON ... is a very popular orator. He is called on to make many speeches all over the country. He has never been known to “re-Fresn. MADELINE GASBARRO ... is singing at the San Francisco World ' s Fair. The westerners have finally found a way to put the New York Fair in the shadows. DINO GEROMINI ... is a professor in a girls’ school. With that complexion, his classes are crowded. The girls all want to know his secret. KATHERINE GRICI . . . manages an ice carnival. The main attractions are skating and sleigh rides. Kathie is wise and takes a vacation for the summer. HELEN HAMANT ... is publishing her first book. The title is “How to Gain Popularity.” Helen ought to know. WILFRED HANSON . . . just invented a motorcycle. You can go through a two-foot wall and not get a scratch — if you’re lucky. MILDRED HEATON . . . has turned decidedly domestic and has become a cook. BARBARA HENRY ... is employed by Joe Penner. Joe cracks the jokes and Barbara giggles at them. Nineteen Hundred Forty Page Fifty-Five JOSEPH HIPPLE ... is very studious and is studying the modern version of Caesar, DeCesare. DOROTHY HOLMES ... is attending Vassar. The college cuts down on expenses while Dot is there. It can dispense with all coaches and umpires. You’ll know why if you ' ve ever heard her yell at games. OLGA HONCHARUK ... is a swimming instructor. She learned her strokes at Uncas Pond where she holds her classes. DAWN HOWELL ... is a fashion commentator. Who has cleverer ideas on clothes than our stylish Dawn? MERTON JEFFERS ... is Master of Ceremonies and rejuvenator of old jokes. He got his experience in our Oskey of 1940. MERLIN JENCKS ... is a policeman. All the girls create riots to see him. LORRAINE JENEST ... is a singing teacher and has revised the scale. She sings it this way— “Di no mi fa you.” ROY JOHNSON . . . has designed a new type of radio. It contains modern television, sewing kits, ash trays, and a clock. Buy this and you have a home on the radio. ARTHUR KENYON ... is a farmer. He recently crossed his hens with parrots; now the hens tell him where they laid the eggs. ANGELINA MARGUERITE . . . runs a pet shop. She does a howling business. HARRY MARTELLO . . . claims he has found the fountain of youth by which you can stay young — until you grow old. MARY MARTELLO . . . has become a school nurse. In this way she will not lose contact with her Alma Mater. CHARLES MASTROMATTEO ... is a farmer. Charles raises giant grasshoppers for midget rodeo riders. JEANNETTE MITCHELL ... is a trophy collector. It is rumored that an affair of the heart is taking place between her and her most recent source of these ornaments. THERESA MOLINARO ... is taking elocution lessons to strengthen her voice. She has such weak vocal cords she needed a microphone in classes. CHARLES MOLLOY ... is Harvard ' s best basketball player. He has won a great many tro¬ phies. Do you connect this with something else? ANNA MURPHY ... is an airplane hostess. We always knew Anna liked to fly high. FRANCES NARDI ... is a nurse. They have had to enlarge the Sturdy Hospital since Frannie has been there. Her patients never have the will to get well. MARY MELVIN . . . just won the hog-calling contest. Could this be the same “noisy” Mary we knew? ALBERTA OBER . . . just bought a beautiful home in Lawrence. Can we come up and see you sometime? ELEANOR OLIVER . . . has an interest in the Gene Glenn program. Especially Gene. JAMES O ' DONNELL ... is one of the most promising halfbacks West Point ever had. Nice running, Jimmie. MARY PALLADINI . . . won first prize on a sweepstakes ticket. She is going on a World Cruise. Lucky, Mary! ANNE PALUMBO ... is a speed demon. Better be careful, Anne, or you’ll get pinched for taking dictation so fast. ROBERT PARKER ... is a senator for Massachusetts. His clever debating is a credit to Mr. Beane. EVERETT PARREN ... is an architect but he specializes in ”Mason”-ry at present. ELIZABETH PASQUANTONIO . . . teaches hygiene. She wants to help other people to be as healthy as she is. Page Fifty-Six Nineteen Hundred Forty MARY PATETE . . . has gone into the greeting-card business. She puts the spirit of that big smile on every card. EDWARD PELLEGRI ... is going to fight Joe Louis next week. He has been fighting his way up and is expected to win the title. Good Luck, Eddie! DOMINICK PIZZI ... is a gate tender at the crossing. He was seen in that vicinity so often that they decided to employ him. LILYAN PIERCE . . . has just discovered she is a relative of S. S. Pierce and has inherited a large interest in the business. LILLIAN PIDGEON . . . has a bureau of information. She sends all the messages by carrier pigeons. JOSEPHINE PISINI . . . has come into possession of a very dangerous machine, a brain de¬ tector. Keep away from us with that, Joe. BESSIE REARDON ... is a Domestic Science teacher. She enjoys teaching the subject as much as she liked taking it. EDWARD RHYNARD ... is registered at a gigolo agency. In this way he has many dates but does not have to ask for them. ARLEEN RICE ... is an interior decorator. She is now under contract to decorate a home for a Mr. Woloski. MARY RISTAINO ... is teaching the soothing simplicity of Algebra. At least it ' s easy for her after being Treasurer for our class. ROBERT ROSS . . . has a jewelry store on Fifth Avenue. All the Belles view his assortment with delight. EDWARD ST. JOHN ... is a bouncer for a Kiddies Show. It takes a big, bold fellow like Eddie! JOHN SCHUR ... is a medical practitioner performing manual operations — a surgeon to you. MARGARET SIMPSON ... is a professor. She is head of the new hairdressing course which has been established at Franklin High. HENRY SOCCI ... is an eminent scientist. He crossed cocoa and nuts to obtain a cocoanut. ALBERT STELLO ... is a coach at B. U. He is quite a favorite with his boys who have nicknamed him Red. ' ' I wonder where the connection is. EDYTHE STUTMAN ... is an astrologer. She has been informed on the beauty of the heav¬ ens so much she takes the subject seriously. ROSEMARY TRACY ... is working in the Union Light and Power Company. FRANK USTINOWICH ... is an automobile mechanic. He always had the knack of taking things apart and putting them together again. EMMA VELLUTI . . . gives lessons on etiquette. She has enormous classes. Do they seek learning or Emma? ELIZABETH VERNA . . . has started a night club on Moore Avenue. I hear that it is quite a Tony place. MARIE VILLANI ... is a traveling saleswoman. With her high-pressure sales talk she can sell anything. IRENE WEBBER . . . has her own gossip column. What a queer occupation for our quietest classmate. PHYLLIS WOODWARD ... is an efficient secretary to a prominent physician. When will you become more than just a secretary, Phil? MABEL ELLIS WOODWORTH . . . works in the State House changing people ' s names. She obtained the position when she went there to have her middle name changed to her last. RAYMOND YANKEE . . . found it so interesting writing up cur class history that he decided to become a Historian for life. MARGARET WILSON Nineteen Hundred Forty Page Fifty-Seven To Santina Accorsi ... A curling-iron — to keep her hair always as curly as in high school. To Bette Adams ... A make-up kit — to prepare her for her Hollywood contract. To Mary Allen ... A powder puff — to help her cover up her blushes. To Martha Anderson ... A bar of Woodbury ' s — to keep that grand complexion. To Natalie Baer ... A lemon rinse — to keep her hair always so blond. To Virginia Barnes ... A red rose — she always did go for Red.” To Elizabeth Bederian ... A giant pencil — so she may have it for a long while when taking dictation from her boss. To Nicholas Bertoni . . . $5 0.00 to start a newspaper business of his own. — This will give him a little lift. To Virginia Bianchini ... A hair net — to keep her hair in place as it always was in high school. This will also come in handy when she’s a hairdresser. To Rose Bissanti . . . An automobile — so she may never be late wherever she goes in the future as she was in F. H. S. To William Blanchard ... A book on television -—- to give him a better knowledge of this prac¬ tice in the future. To Elizabeth Brown ... A magazine — to remind her of office practice. Could she forget? To John Brunelli ... A rattle — so when he can’t make noise, the rattle will. But we don ' t think he will need it anyway. To Biagio Capaldo ... A copy of the song, My Marguerita” — to remind him of Angelina. To Carl Carlson ... A phonograph record — so he may dance at home by himself. He never would at school. Could it be that he was bashful, or just shy? To Doris Carpentier ... A medal — for winning the Democracy Essay Contest in high school. To Gino Carlucci ... A toy cannon — to help him make some noise in the future. To Robert Catalano ... A water pail — Bobby was always our water boy for the team, and a good one at that. To Henry Cataldo ... A match — Henry was always trying to match somebody up. To Ruth Chelotti . . . An earphone — so she may remember her English Class. Ruthie was always leaning over her desk, in the back of the room, to hear those reciting in the front of the class. To Pauline Chittick . . . Scissors — she was always cutting-up” in class. To Attilio Ciampa ... A pair of colored glasses — we have heard rumors that Attilio is inter¬ ested in becoming a welder, so this will offer protection from the bright lights. To Dorothy Corbett ... A new typewriting book -—- Dorothy always completed her work before anyone else in typing, so she can now start working on this new book of projects. To Ronald Cook ... A mustache — to enable him to continue playing the role of a villain in dramatics. To Betty Cornwall ... A date book — Bette will need this to keep track of her many dates. To Mary Dailey ... A copy of the song, Martha, Martha” — she can, in this way, always remember her faithful friend. To Joseph D’Amelia ... A doll — to acquaint him with the girls. Joe never was a lady’s man. To Michael D ' Amelio . . . An Arthur Murray dance book — so our best dancer may keep up with the latest steps. To Eleanor DeLucia ... A shamrock in commemoration of St. Patrick ' s Day — it will also help her remember a certain Patrick. To Nicholas DiCamillo ... A snake with pink ears. — this will keep Nick ' s other snake with green ears company. By the way, you know Nick has a snake with green ears. (So he says) . Page Fifty-Eight Nineteen Hundred Forty To Emanuel DiCecco ... A noise-maker — so we may hear a great deal of him in the future. To Roberta Doherty ... A box of rice — she always went for Rice. Do Virginia Eida ... A new set of water paints — she used a set in painting our Blue and White covers, and so will need another set in her other drawings. To Lawrence Ellis ... A speedometer — he was always going places at a fast rate. To Owen Emery ... A watch — so he’ll know what time to go home from Nancy’s. To Doris Fleming ... A book — “A Bedside Manner” — to help her prepare for nursing, her chosen field. To Virginia Fresn ... A beet -— her heart always did beat for a certain Walter. She can add this one to her heart for emergency. To Ingeborg Gabel ... A three-cent stamp — so she may send her picture to her cousin, Clark Gable. To Walter Gammon ... A picture of F. H. S. — we hear that Walt is leaving us for the wilds of Maine — this will help him not to forget. To Madeline Gasbarro ... A recording machine -—- to record her favorite songs. In case she loses her voice, she can always listen to her recordings. To Dino Geromini ... A tie — this may help Dino stay tied to a certain blond. To Katherine Grid ... A loud speaker -— so we may be able to hear her when she speaks. To Wilfred Hanson ... A book of “Julius Caesar” — Wilfred ' s nickname is “Little Caesar,” so we thought he might like to be acquainted with Julius. To Mildred Heaton ... A truck — so now she too may have a truck and keep up with her boy¬ friend. To Barbara Henry ... A sewing-kit equipped with thimble, “Emery,” and everything. To Joseph Hippie ... A picture frame — our best-looking boy must have an extra frame for his picture. To Dorothy Holmes ... A ball of string — we know she ' ll always be stringing along with Mabel, so this will help her out a bit. To Olga Honcharuk . . . Peaches — just in case she loses her lovely complexion, she may at least have peaches, if not the cream. To Dawn Howell ... A kite — she can now fly down to Walpole every Saturday night. We know she can be seen there. To Helen Hamant ... A thermometer — to practice taking people ' s temperature before she becomes a nurse. To Merton Jeffers ... A sailboat — may your sailing be as good in the future as it was in high school. To Merlin Jenks ... A siren — you never know when Merlin will bump into you next. This will be just in case. To Lorraine Jenest ... A book of Sports — this will keep her up with Dino. To Roy Johnson ... A radio button — to give him a start in the study of radios. To Arthur Kenyon ... A new pen — he can use one after writing with his so long in getting our advertisements for the Oskey. To Angelina Marguerite ... A shopping bag — we hear Biagio is her clerk when she does her shopping, and he ' ll certainly fill it to the brim. To Harry Martello ... A white glove — so he doesn ' t have to shout for single file in the cor¬ ridors. He can merely hold up his hand. To Mary Martello ... A box of candy — Mary was always a sweet type of person, so “sweets to the sweet.” To Charles Mastromatteo . . . Some bear grease — Charles always has his hair slicked back. To Jeannette Mitchell ... A new pair of shoes — she has such a long distance to walk to school that she’ll need an extra pair. Nineteen Hundred Forty Page Fifty-Nine To Theresa Molinaro ... A jar of cream — so she may always keep her skin looking as nice as it did in high school. To Charles Molloy ... A false thumb -—- to help him bum” to the links. To Anna Murphy ... A map with the route going to Newport — we hear her interest lies there. To Frances Nardi ... A boy doll — Frances has just sisters. We don’t think she will mind having a boy in her family. To Mary Oaten ... A light — so we may see where Mary keeps herself hidden. To Alberta Ober . . . Ketchup — she can now try to catch-up with Dawn on her way to Walpole. To James O’ Donnell ... A football spike — the way he pivots and races down the field he never can tell when a spare one may be handy. To Eleanor Oliver ... A muffler — to help her make less noise in the library, so she will not be sent out so often. To Mary Palladini . . . Some wave set — in case she loses her natural wave. To Anne Palumbo ... A shorthand pad — she ' ll need this to take down notes, and incidentally she can take them at 120 words a minute. To Robert Parker . . . Collection of Mark Twain ' s and O. Henry ' s works — so he may know his fellow humorists. To Everett Parren ... A wrench — every man needs a kit of tools, and, with his mechanical ability, this should be a helpful start. To Elizabeth Pasquantonio ... A mask — to hide her blushes. To Lillian Pidgeon ... A pair of wings — no pigeon can get along without wings. To Mary Patete ... A book of excuses — Mary always made up an excuse for talking. May she never run out of them. To Edward Pellegri ... A drum — so he may now drum on a real drum instead of on the desks in school. To Lillian Pierce ... A dagger — so she may Pierce her enemies, if she has any. To Josephine Pisini ... A pin-cushion — you’ll be needing this when you ' re an established dressmaker. To D ominick Pizzi ... A pair of eye-glasses — we hear Dominick does quite a lot of studying and enjoys it. These will keep him from straining his eyes. To Elizabeth Reardon ... A new Laundry — because she will be leaving Jeannette in high school when she ' s graduated. To Edward Rhynard ... A milk bottle — this will remind him of getting up early in the morning. To Mary Ristaino ... A package of Beach-nut gum — in case you run out of your own, you’ll have this package. To Arleen Rice ... A written deed on a certain Cliff -—- she now owns real property. To Robert Ross ... A free pass on the Johnson bus — to take him to Washington Street. (Need we say more?) To Edward St. John ... A Palmer method penmanship book — you can now keep up with your writing, at which you were always very good in high school. To John Schur ... A little dictionary — so small you ' ll probably lose it — but then, you don’t need it anyway. To Margaret Simpson . . . Some natural finger-nail polish — to offset the bright red polish she always wears. To Henry Socci ... A key — such a serious young man will surely unlock the door to success. To Edythe Stutman . . . An arrow — she ' s always wearing bows in her hair. To Albert Stello . . . Some stationery — he’ll be looking for this to correspond with; a certain red-head when he goes to Maine. PAGE SIXTY Nineteen Hundred Forty 1 To Rosemary Tracy ... A 100-watt electric light bulb -—- to give her more Power. To Frank Ustinowich ... A polish cloth — to help that black car keep its shiny look. To Emma Velluti ... A free pass to Medway — she goes there often. To Elizabeth Verna ... A barrel — so she may roll down Hillside road. Could she be looking for someone? To Marie Villani . . . Some tiddley-winks — she always found time to play in class. To Irene Webber ... A duck — to help her to start a new Webber Duck farm. To Margaret Wilson ... A new thinking-cap — she certainly could do with a new one after using hers for thinking up all the prophecies. To Phyllis Woodward ... A book of poems — to help her get inspiration when she writes her own poems. To Mabel Woodworth . . . Some blocks — you’ll notice the “Ell”-is particularly outstanding and bright. To William Yankee ... A model airplane — his ability should carry him to great heights. To Mr. Abbott ... A Bunny rabbit — to remind him of his nickname (Bunny). To Mr. Colbert ... A pair of rubber gloves — so, as he tells us, he won’t get dishpan hands, when he washes the dishes. To Mr. Beane ... A doorstop — so he won ' t have to stand in front of his classroom door to keep it open between the periods. To Miss Bullukian ... A stove — to keep herself and her homeroom warm, after freezing for so many years. To Miss Keefe ... A stapler — so she will not waste time running into Miss Bullukian ' s room to borrow the one and only. To Miss Wiggin ... A bell — to replace the other one which must be well-worn from keeping her homeroom in order. To Mr. Stevens ... A phonograph record — to add to his collection. We hear he has a fine variety. To Mr. DePasqua . . . Some voice tonic — in case his voice gives way some day, this will come in handy. We hope he will never have to use it. To Doc Frazer ... A new whistle — to make it easier for him during rehearsals for the Junior Prom Grand March. To Miss Beane . . . An airplane — Miss Beane goes on so many trips, we’re sure this will be a great help. To Mr. Fitzpatrick ... A bottle of Nesteen Hair Dye — with all the worrying he did about the Senior Class, he’ll probably need it. (We hope not.) To Mr. Laundry ... A toy piano — we enjoyed Mr. Laundry’s piano playing after school hours and are sure that other people would like to hear him too, so here is the piano. To Mr. Rodgers ... A can of varnish — Mr. Rodgers helps us a great deal when we want any¬ thing to be built or fixed. May this help him out in the future. To Miss Lindblad . . . An automobile — we hear that Doc’s heart now belongs to “Sammy.” To Mr. Hancock ... A pair of dancing shoes — Mr. Hancock is a good dancer, and if he con¬ tinues to support our socials, he will be able to use another pair. To Mrs. Wight ... A paint brush — with all Mrs. Wight’s beautiful pieces of art, she will need another brush to continue her works. To Mrs. Riley ... A music pitch-pipe — Mrs. Riley led a wonderful Glee Club this year and we’re sure this will aid her in making her future clubs as good. To Miss Holmes ... A bottle of brilliantine — Miss Holmes’ hair is admired by all. May this help to keep it always so shiny. To Mr. Doherty ... A picture of the Senior Class — we hope this will help him to remember us. We certainly are going to miss our principal. VERA DeCESARE Nineteen Hundred Forty Page Sixty-One rirmrmji_miTijrijTjrLriJTJTn_njTT Glass Song 9n the Qarden of tomorrow Tune — In the Garden of Tomovrow I. Dear school, the time has come to part. Tomorrow we must face The problems of this troubled world On which we take our place. Chorus: II. Today we leave old friends behind And each will go his way. Dear school, you’ve been a guiding light And we’ll not go astray. Chorus: III. We now accept the challenge of The world with little fear, For we have trust and confidence In the lessons we’ve learned here. Chorus: IV. And now we take a last farewell We know not what we’ll find. But Franklin High will know we’re true To the school we leave behind. Chorus: In the Garden of Tomorrow What is waiting for us there? Will we find success or sorrow? Can our lives be free from care? At each task that’s put before us We will always do our best. And for Dear Old Franklin High School We will nobly pass each test. § a Senior Class Statistics Girl who did most for F. H. S. Helen Hamant Boy who did most for F. H. S.. Albert Stello - Most popular girl ...... . Mary Ristaino Most popular boy .. rf.., ... .’..Joe Hippie Most respected girl .. ....,. Virginia Eida Most respected boy .. John Schur Best all-around girl ...b ...l . . . Helen Hamant Best all-around boy .... Joe Hippie Girl most likely to succeed .,...... .. Edythe Stutman Boy most likely to succeed ...... John Schur Best girl student .. ....... Virginia Eida Best boy student ......V... ' ... John Schur Best natured girl ... Helen Hamant Best natured boy ..... Joe Hippie Most sociable girl .. Mary Ristaino Most sociable boy .;. Joe Hippie Besf girl athlete .,7.. . . Helen Hamant Best boy. athlete ...;«•. . Dino Geromini Best dressed girl . Roberta Doherty Best dressed boy . . .7. . Carl Carlson Best looking girl .... Virginia Eida BeSt looking boy . Joe Hippie •Wittiest girl . Barbara Henry Wittiest boy . Henry Cataldo Best girl dancer . Lorraine Jenest Best boy dancer . Michael D’Amelio Best actress . Jeannette Mitchell Best actor . Joe Hippie Cutest girl .... Mary Ristaino Cutest boy .,. Owen Emery Noisiest. Marie Villani Quietest.v. Irene Webber Woman Hater .•,. Roy Johnson Man Hater .,. Irene Webber Class tease . Henry Cataldo Class Bluff . Charles Molloy Favorite sport .. Basketball Favorite expression . Hey-y-y-y Favorite hangout . Coffee Shop Favorite dance piece . In The Mood Favorite social event . Senior Hop Favorite Orchestra .. Glenn Miller What F. H. S. needs most . A heating system • What F. H. S. needs least . Home work Most popular junior . Charles Giancola Most popular sophomore . Henry Bartelloni Most popular freshman . Freddie Pasini ) Nineteen Hundred Forty Page Sixty-Three 4 Jt - football r | ' HE boys reported to Coach George Colbert with plenty of enthusiasm this year, regardless of the loss of seven regulars by graduation last June. Led by the brilliant coaching of Mr. Colbert and the untiring efforts of Captain Eddie Pellegri, the team went through a successful season, winning three, tying two, and losing four games. The wins over Canton, Cathedral, and Medway were the highlights of the season. The outstanding attendance this year enabled the school to reward the boys with new suits, which were greatly appreciated by the team. Co-Captains who were elected for next year are Jim McDonald and Nick Mucciarone. Sweater men: Edward Pellegri, Albert Stello, Owen Emery, Nicholas DiCamillo, Michael D’Amelio, Attilio Ciampa, Dino Geromini, James O ' Donnell, and Robert Catalano. Sept. 30. .Franklin Oct. 7. .Franklin Oct. 12. .Franklin Oct. 21. .Franklin Oct. 30. .Franklin Nov. 4. .Franklin Nov. 11. .Franklin Nov. 18. .Franklin Nov. 30. .Franklin 20.Medway 0 6.Canton 0 18.Cathedral 14 0.Shrewsbury 0 6.I lopkinton 6 0.Northbridge 7 6.North Attleboro 26 0.Stoughton 1 6.Walpole 19 Page Sixty-Six Nineteen Hundred Forty 9irls’ Basketball r T ' HE Girls’ Basketball Team had a very successful season this year, winning every one of the ten games it played. The good work displayed by the team is due to the expert guidance of Miss Alice Beane, the coach. SUMMARY Franklin 23 Alumnae 21 Franklin 55 Hopedale 4 Franklin 45 North Attleboro 14 Franklin 43 Wrentham 19 Franklin 52 Hopkinton 18 Franklin 32 Bellingham 16 Franklin 52 Framingham 35 Franklin 38 North Attleboro 20 Franklin 30 Medway 24 Franklin 51 Wrentham 30 The following Seniors received medals: Helen Hamant (Captain), Rosemary Tracy (Mana¬ ger), Barbara Henry, Virginia Eida, Elizabeth Bederian, Virginia Barnes, Edythe Stutman, Lorraine Jenest, Jeannette Mitchell, and Lillian Pierce. Nineteen Hundred Forty Page Sixty-Seven £Boys’ Basketball Dec. 15. .Fra nklin 47. .Bellingham 18 Dec. 19. .Franklin 24. .North Providence 26 Dec. 22. .Franklin 28. .Woonsocket 46 Dec. 29. 23. .Blackstone 43 Jan. 1. .Franklin 30. .Alumni 34 (overtime) Jan. 5. .Franklin 27. .St. Mary ' s 14 Jan. 10. .Franklin 43. .North Attleboro 20 Jan. 12. 27. .Bridgewater 22 Jan. 17. .Franklin 43. .Hopkinton 16 Jan. 19. .Franklin 33. .Bellingham 26 Jan. 23. .Franklin 28. .North Attleboro 18 Jan. 30. .Franklin 31. Eeb. 2. 35. .North Providence 23 Eeb. 14. .Franklin 29. .Blackstone 20 Eeb. 21. 28. .St. Mary’s 43 Feb. 27. .Franklin 37. .Bridgewater 34 (overtime) Mar. 6. .Franklin 23. .Newburyport 3 6 (Tech Tourney) T HE basketball season against five losses. was highly successful this They were invited to play year, with the boys turning in ten victories at the M.I.T. Tournament, where, though defeated, they showed everyone what a really great team they were. Mr. Beane, coaching for the second successive year, proved his great ability to develop a good team in such a short time. Captain-elect was Sally Buffone, who turned in many a good game this season. The Team: Captain Dino Geromini, Eddie Pellegri, Charlie Molloy, Joe Hippie, Henry Bartelloni, Sally Buffone, Owen Emery, “Chubby” Tracy, and Eddie Dailey. Page Sixty-Eight Nineteen Hundred Forty iBaseball Schedule: April 26. .Franklin 7 .Blackstone 3. .There May 1. .Postponed . .Medway . . Here May 6 . .Franklin 3 .St. Mary’s 5. .There May 10 . .Franklin. .North Attleboro. . Here May 15 . .Franklin 6 .Foxboro 2. .There May 17 . .Postponed . .Canton . . Here May 20 . . Blackstone. . Here May 22 . .Norwood . .There May 24 . .Foxboro . .Here May 28 . .St. Mary’s. .Here May 31 . . Walpole . .There June 4 . .North Attleboro . . T here June 7 . . Medway . .There OACH COLBERT’S Baseball Team did not suffer much from last year ' s graduation, aside from the loss of Franny Bartolomei and Tillie” Pizzi. Captain Joseph Hippie is expected to hold down his infield berth this year, and the pitching duties will probably rest largely upon the shoulders of Charles Giancola. The letter men to report this year are: Captain Joseph Hippie, Henry Bartelloni, Charles Giancola, Bernard Valente, Charles Tracy, Dino Geromini, William McDonald, and Salvatore Buffone. The remaining players are: Robert Ross, John McNiff, Anthony Saster, Robert Harris, Norman Bartlomei, and Lester Talamini. Nineteen Hundred Forty Page Sixty-Nine (Sheer headers r I ' HE sports this year were cheered on under the able direction of Lorraine Jenest, Barbara Henry, Virginia Barnes, Claudia DiMarchi, Dorothy Potenza, and Betty Anderson. Except for two of the six cheer leaders, all had previous experience. Many new cheers were added to the list. Next year the cheer leaders plan to have new uniforms, so a Sunset Dance was held in order to obtain funds for the necessary equipment. This activity proved very successful. Page Seventy Nineteen Hundred Forty (Junior Class Page Seventy-Two Nineteen Hundred Forty Orchestra Organizer — MR. STEVENS T HE Orchestra has furnished us with many favorable entertainments during our four years in Franklin High School. Much improvement can be noticed in the orchestra since our Freshman year and this is certainly due to the untiring efforts of Mr. Stevens. We hope that it continues to be successful and that many more delightful programs will be given. MEMBERS: Violins: J. Schur F. Donahue L. Swanbeck R. Johnston H. DeGregorio R. Kearney ’Cello: W. Mitchell Piano: K. Rood Saxophone: W. Gurwitz Clarinet: V. Hodges Trumpets: N. DiPardo E. Wilson F. Pasini Drums: H. Adams D. Mackintosh Nineteen Hundred Forty Page Seventy-Three £Band Organizer •—MR. STEVENS President — Kay Rood Vice-President — Robert Fox Secretary — Hugh Kenney Treasurer — Nicholas DiPardo r I A HE activity of the band this year has been limited. The insurmountable difficulty is the fact that the cost of instruments today presents a burden to the parents. For. although sixty-odd students signified a desire to join the band, less than thirteen could afford instruments. Through the untiring efforts of Mr. Stevens, however, we know that in time the band will be an even greater asset to Franklin High School. Good Luck! Members include: J. Schur, R. Mercer, F. Pasini, J. Cornetta, L. Swanbeck, A. Morin. D. Mackintosh. H. Adams, M. Henry, P. Mastromatteo, H. Mastromatteo, R. Johnston, R. Gowing, A. Arcaro, S. Seto, F. Hodges, M. Whitney, E. Wilson, A. DeMarzo, E. DeBaggis, and E. Santoro. Page Seventy-Four Nineteen Hundred Forty Qlee Glub Organizer — MRS. RILEY r I A HE Glee Club, under the leadership of Mrs. Riley, furnished us with many fine entertain- ments this year. Its success has been due to the energetic members it has and to the skilled tutelage of Mrs. Riley. Lately, it favored the Alden Club with a very fine entertainment which we know will be forever remembered. We hope that the succeeding classes will find the Glee Club as entertaining as we have, and that many more successful programs will be given by them. Members include: R. King, H. Landry, L. Vignone, F. Homer. D. Wheelock. M. Yankee, M. Palladini, M. Oaten, V. Clark. H. Eastman, A. Caldararo, H. Molloy, R. Beaudette, M. Rogan, D. Wyllie, M. Worsman, J. Lyons, D. Carpentier, D. Freeman, A. McDonald, H. DeBaggis V. Fresn, L. Swanbeck, N. Yankee, A. Yankee, J. Feeley, P. Wood, J. Foley, W. Fick, A. Buckley, E. Stewart, E. Ober, L. Ober, D. Howard, M. Gasbarro. Nineteen Hundred Forty Page Seventy-Five Commercial Club Organizer — MISS BULLUKIAN President — Virginia Eida Vice-President — Virginia Bianchini Secretary — Anne Palumbo Treasurer — Natalie Baer r I ' HE Commercial Club, under the direction of Miss Bullukian, has, this year, a membership of twenty-two. Its main object is to raise enough money to award a scholarship to one of its deserving members. Hence, such activities as dances, socials, and get-togethers proved pros¬ perous in this respect. The Commercial Club took over the Blue and White this year and did a fine job with it. The paper was issued at regular intervals and proved its popularity by the large amount of circulation. The staff included: Editor-in-Chief -—- Elizabeth Bederian Assistant Editor-in-Chief — Phyllis Woodward Business Manager — Mary Ristaino Literary Editor — Virginia Eida Members of the Commercial Club include: Santina Accorsi, Elizabeth Bederian. Betty Brown. Dorothy Corbett, Vera DeCesare, Dorothy Holmes. Theresa Molinaro, Anna Murphy, Lillian Pidgeon, Arleen Rice, Rosemary T racy, Emma Velluti. Irene Webber, and Mabel Woodworth. Page Seventy-Six Nineteen Hundred Forty Dramatic Glub Organizer — MR. FRAZER President — Joseph Hippie Vice-President — Daniel Garelick Secretary — Virginia Clark Treasurer —- Vera Martello r I A HE Dramatic Club was reorganized this year, as many of our class were very much interested in dramatics. It was decided that out of the seventy members, one officer should be chosen from each class. A social was held in order to raise a little money. Later the club was privileged to have under its auspices the presentation of two Shakespearean plays, “The Merchant of Venice’’ and “Macbeth.’’ The social part of the Dramatic Club was very interesting, with its presentation of skits and plays by the members. We hope that this club will continue to endure through years to come. Nineteen Hundred Forty Page Seventy-seven £ o X CO CJ CO O CJ X h O j-J a. g o U 03 3 G g 03 X X £ rsi £ CJ u G 03 O in G H 3 03 X 03 ! CO o3 £ “ O PP bo CJ CJ a g pp G cj r! co 73 O cj h TD P ”) bo u 0 .3 cJ o3 v- 03 00 X S re G XJ 03 a, N .2 bJO £ co T3 � -H G o G _ O PP 2 co 52 n J 2 s £ o X CO S bo g CO E O — CO 5 S CO 03 CJ N o G O e o o CJ •C h s o t- O ' O £ o o3 U l.§ nJ JP rG 2 ' 3 CJ G o CJ W g 03 £ 03 I G a ' S . a X 5 co O x H - X! Jj oo 6 3 - : rede o e 6 - -| U. X5 .2 rs . o £ S u £ -, pH X i- X5 h o , bo G os X i-t c3 CJ s 8 ”u � H o 03 £ bO O £ o £ x ’TD £ o o h G 03 £ G o3 £ T 3 G 03 T 3 03 CO i X O u P 3 CO CO T 3 JP 03 E O a� a G g; .5 x o JP £ 03 G O PP O � - f-t U cj Public Speaking Glub ' Organizer ■— MR. DOHERTY r T ' HE Public Speaking Club was taken over this year by Mr. Doherty, who received many - bashful and yet promising young speakers. His aim, to eliminate self-consciousness, nerv¬ ousness, and other faults in oration, was realized in the speeches given by Edythe Stutman and Kay McNally in the American Legion contest. Such a club is very educational and we hope that the future will bring more members. Good Luck! Nineteen Hundred Forty Page Seventy-Nine Etiquette (3lub Organizer — MR. DePASQUA r I ' HE Etiquette Club, in its first year of existence, proved very popular and worth while. Mr. DePasqua had quite a task when he received a membership of 1 75 students, to whom he taught the everyday manners and formalities. Because of the large membership, much thought is being given to having it limited to Juniors and Seniors only, in the future. Skits, lectures, questions and answers, characterized the meetings which were held every two weeks. Page Eighty Nineteen Hundred Forty Marshal Gourt r I A HE Marshals, this year, worked with a new system of punishment, that of a Marshal Court. Its object was to lessen the number of offenders and also introduce the method of court into practice. The Judge and Jury consisted of the elected Marshals — each taking his turn to be the Judge. This system proved very beneficial and has limited the session list considerably. Joseph Hippie Owen Emery Harry Martello Arthur Kenyon Marshals: Nancy Haughey Harold Adams Peter Mastromatteo Nineteen Hundred Forty Page Eighty-One araK r � Autograph n runn n n nn njurm n in n Tiji n n n jTijiRAT ' i BEST WISHES TO THE CLASS OF 1940 (Ehc JVfcmts Stttfrtas Photographs That Please 40 Main Street Franklin, Massachusetts MEMBER NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF PHOTOGRAPHERS SENTINEL PRESS, Inc. 15-17 East Central Street Franklin, Mass. Printers of this years edition of THE OSKEY ■r Placement Service Provided Free to all Graduates Previous Commercial Training Not Re¬ quired for Entrance NA here S uccess Stories of Tomorrow Begin to Take Form For 61 years, Burdett College has been offering specialized business training to the young people of New England. In its five-story, con¬ venient building in downtown Boston, the success stories of tomorrow begin to take form. 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