John Bapst High School - Bapstonian Yearbook (Bangor, ME)

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IJAISY MAI-: NIcIIoLs The more I see of other l70U1lfl'l0S, the more I like my own. New York has lent us Daisy during her high school days only, for she in- tends to complete her edII- cation at a New York col- lege. Daisy's voice is 0116 of the things for which we particIIlarly remenibcr her. She entertains us on certain occasions with interesting tales of hcr former home. We are confident you will reach your goal, Daisy. MAIIV Al,ICE O,Ll5AllY For she is a gem among women. VVI' give yoII now Alice, our salutatoriau and class president. Alice is one of those rare individuals who can lovc life to the fullest participate in all school and social activities, and still lead her class scholastically. She is lovcd and envied by all. Alice has starred in dramatics and speaking and has been assistant editor of The Crusader and co-editor of the Bapstonian. NlADEl,lNE V.1Xl,EllIli PAIIADY Thy soul was like a star, pure as the naked heaven, majestic and free. Madeline, oIIr little Iniss from Old Town, came to Bapst during hcr sophomore year. Slhc is famous for hcr agile answers and can always bc depended upon for some retort. She and Leona made a twosome campaigning for the sale of Victory stamps. Our capable Madeline has leanings lo- ward the nursing career. VVc know shc'll rcach the topl NAIJINI5 NlAllll:1 PELI.ETxuII Coffs rarest blessing is, after all, a ,good woman. Nadine is our black- haired. petite Iniss who takes life casually and en- thusiastically accepts new ideas. She has been capable of adapting herself to any situation and. wlas gifted with a sweet, soothing voice which she employs much too rarely. Nadine has a yen toward thc domestic life. Dancing is her choicesl manner of relaxation, lllll Nadine definitely takes time oIIt for serious thoughts. lJUNAl.D Ic:N,x'r1Us Rocnns All the worlrl loves a lover. When Don came to Bapst, hc throught along with him two significant characteris- tics. Thc first was his nat- ural love for things nautical and the second his natural love for things feminine. He is always cager to help, even if it mcans sacrificing a class period! Don has been a true friend, and we know helll succeed in his various enterprises. ALFRED Enwnun S1-IEEHAN Knowledge itself is power. Al, as we all know him, has been the class oI'ator. Always ready for an argII- ment, Al has made his Inark in fthe three Dis: debates, declamation, and dramatics. Al has always been a busy chap, and it has been dif- ficult to keep up with him. A good student. Al plans to cnter college when he grad- uatcs. We all wish him SUCCCSS- Nun, llAll0LD' SIKIITI-I Did not our heart hum within us while he talked with us?,' Now meet one of Bapst's busiest personalities. Smitty was always selling something. Selling :tickets for the games has been his chief job, one which he did efficiently and well. Despite his manv duties, he has been way up there when the ranks have been passed oIIt. Smitty knows what he wants, and what he wants is mechanical dentistry. Well he pulling for you! Tnoixms Dnmiorr TRAINELI Consistency, thou art a iewelf, Tommy has been our llllllll'lt'I' two Illilll in aca' demics, and he has found time to play basketball and baseball. Besides being cap- tain of oIIr championship basketball team, he has proved himself to be a true champion on the court, on the diamond, and in the classroom. We are wishing him all the luck in the world in his aspirations towards the medical profession.

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FLURENCE LonuAiN1s ' MARTIN The secret of success is constancy of purposef, Florence worked on The Crusader as its 'News Editor and was on the staff of the yearbook. She came to Bapst during her junior year and participated in all school affairst. Consistent in her every endeavor and eager to attempt anything new, Florence can cope with any situation that might arise. We know Florence will End the suc- cess she seeks in the busi- ness world. LOUISE EME1u.1N1c MCGR ATH Truth is as impossible to he soiled by any outward touch as the sunbeamn Louise is a likeable girl probaibly because of her cute little giggle. Her beautiful bright hair is also a main attraction, We all think that she is swell. She needs no introduction, for every- one knows her for her whimsical jokes. L0uiSS is also one of the fastest typ- ists in her class. Louise has succeeded in keeping her ambition to herself. Rose Vmc1N1A MCNALLY Labor conquers all thingsf' This dark-haired wonder is the envy of all. She al- ways finds time to get her homework done on time, and her hand is the first to go up in most of the classes. Rose is class vice-president, and she was chosen the first of thc year as one of the out- standing seniors. Rose has always been willing to help ber friends with their short- hand lessons. BARBARA JANE NELLIGAN Content to follow when we lead the wail. Her smile is the essence of vitality. Barb has the ability to accomplish more before school than any other member of the class. Much of her time has been spent at Newberry's jerking sodas. On rare occasions, she treats us with a rendi- tion of popular songs in a voice only Barb could pos- sess. Cood luck to you, Barbara, as you travel to- ward the ibright horizon that awaits you. JAIKIES Eowanu CYBIUEN, Jn. A merry heart rlocll: good like a medicine. Whenever there is fun or joking, there one can be s irc to find Brother. Always with a smile on his face and a quip on his lips, Brother often upsets every- one's equilibrium with his timely remarks. Not slack as a scholar, he plans to study Electrical Engineer- ing. The best of luck is what we wish for you, Brother. Aurriun CHAIKLES PROvos'r Studies change into habits. Art has probably been one of thc most dependable boys in our class and has always been able to do whatever was assigned him. Never to be counted in the lower half of the class, Art proved himself to be a scholastic leader. A truc friend and classmate, wc are wishing him thc suc- cessful future that hc un- doubtedly deserves. Josevn FnANr:1s ltlcia All good things come in small packages. To Joe goes the undisput- ed honor of being the small- est boy in the class. The one creed to which he has adhered while at Bapst is liat all points above 70 are wasted, and joe isnit one to be extravagant! Ilis outstanding characteristics are his good nature and his ability to take a joke as well as tell one. DONALD EDWVARD Ricrmnos Patience is a necessary in- gredient of genius. Our class newsman, Cab- by has held an afternoon job with the Bangor Daily Commercial during his four years at Bapst. Although a quiet boy, Cabbv is well- liked as evidenced by thc fact that hc served as class vice-president his sophomore year and president his junior year. Gabby plans to serve with the army after his graduation.

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ELEANOR '1'Hx-:uase l'oi.Yo'r Oh, you flavor everything, you are the vanilla of society. Like her inseparafble twin, Eleanor has been a mem- ber of the cheerleading squad and has been a zeal- ous booster of all sports. Joyful and lively, Eleanor has livened many activities at school, always introducing the humorous side. Oi' course, she is serious when the time demands it and is cooperative in every re- spect. Iler road will be sunny. ELLEN-Mama PoLYoT She is pretty to walk with and witty to talk to. Ellen-Marie has been one of our sparkling cheerlead- ers for two years. She has worked on the advertising staffs of The Crusader and The Bapstonian, and has taken an active part iin school programs. Her will- ingness to help and to ease didicult situations stand out as 'her principal qualities. The essence of kindness is D predominant in Ellen-Marie. ELIZABETH JANE Poom-in Actions speak louder than words. jane is vice-president of the Dramatic Club and served as s-tage manager for two of its productions. Madame Currie might have been famous in the nine- teenth century, but Jane heads the list of scientists now! Her ambition is to be a laboratory technician. Beyond a doubt, jane's voyage to success will be l a smooth one. NIARGARET Doaoruv RANKIN Her heart is true as steelf, Calm and serene, Dot is one of Hampden's finest products. All during the school year, she has faith- fully checked the attend- ance slip in 207. Dot has been conscientious in her every undertaking, from the simplest to the most dif- ficult. The honor roll has K never been complete with- out her name. Success is vours, Dot, no matter what field you choose. lluuu FRANCIS hvlll'I'I'Y Nothing is impossible to a oalamt heartf' You can always tell when Hugh is approaching by the pipe in his mouth. Noted for his pleasing personality, Hugh has taken part each year in the en-tertainment for the reunion. Hugh has been working afternoons in a local confectionery store, and we know he is amassing invaluable experience and knowledge for the business which he hopes to have one day. Enwfxno Jones WVu.Lis'r1' The horn of the hunter is heard on the hill. Ed has traveled from Old Town each morning for the past four years in order to attend john H-apst. A true woodsman, each fall Ed has invited his fellow classmates on weekend hunting trips. Those who have abtended all vouch for his excellent hos- pitality. From what wc know of him, Al will have little troufble making his mark in the world. FRANCIS ALBERT NVn..LE'rT, ju. XVisclom and goodness are twin horn. A cousin to Ed, Al, too, has come all the way from Old Town each morning. Al started Bapst as an aca- demic, but changed in his sophomore year for the op- portunities of the commer- cial conrse. Appealing car- nestness and sincerity have accompanied Al through his years at Bapst. WVe are cer- tain that with these noble traits he will bring due honor to john Bapst. MARY CECILIA Ryman True humility, the highest virtue, mother of them all. Ileru we have Mary, the gem of the class of 1946. Mary has been a quiet but appreciative bystander of all school activities. She has astonished all the girls in speech class. Mary and Bar- bara Barton arc noted for their lengthy conversations whenever the time is oppor- tune. Mary is still undecid- ed concerning the path she will follow for the future.