Leominster High School - Magnet Yearbook (Leominster, MA)

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Miss Katherine E. Dugan Fitchburg Business College Typewriting and Stenography Miss Dugan is one of the best teachers of typewriting and stenography on our L. H. S. faculty. She makes these difficult subjects easier and more pleasant with her interesting manner and charming smile. Mrs. Margaret E. Hathaway Smith College—A.B. Plane Geometry and Algebra Students who have had Mrs. Hathaway for geometry or algebra appreciate her untiring efforts in explaining some of the more difficult points of higher mathe- matics. She is also home room teacher of room twelve, a trying job, con- sidering :t is a sophomore class. Her patience and grand disposition will make her long remembered by her pupils. Robert Laserte Harvard—A.B. and M.A. Human Relations, History, Guidance Mr. Laserte is known by practically everyone in high school. - He interests and amuses his classes by hum- orous illustrations which get his points across. He is well liked by all. Veterans appreciate being inter- viewed by him for advice in future job and college selections. Margaret Earl Mt. Holyoke—B.A. Geometry and Chemistry Miss Earl will guide you with the maximum of pleas- ure and the minimum of difficulty through the dan- gerous channels of angles and curves. Because of her unusual knowledge of math- ematics, her teaching abil- ity, and her sympathetic sense of humor, students come out of her classes at the end of the period, knowing twice as much as they did before they en- tered. Blanche M. Jobes Fitchburg Business College Commercial Arithmetic Bookkeeping Areyoustruggling through a maze of figures? so, see Miss Jobes. She is a graduate of L. H. S. and has remained faithful to this school for years. Always ready to lend a helping hand, she is everyone's friend with her excellent personality and happy disposition. She is a student make-up assistant and also the treasurer of our General Fund. Miss Gladys Lavin Fitchburg Teachers’ College—B.S.E. Physical Training Miss Lavin is a real sports woman, active throughout the school year in planning an intramural program that is varied and interesting. This year she organized teams in varsity sports, in- cluding extra-curricular ac- tivities, in order that all interested could participate in the athletic program. 10 Mr. Henry Fenton State Teachers’ College—B.S.F. Head of Bookkeeping and Head of Commercial Dept. Boston University—M.E.A. Bookkeeping, Business Essentials, Commercial Law Mr. Fenton, who has recently been promoted to the head of the Commercial Department, certainly de- serves this honor. His commercial ability, person- ality, and popularity are certain to lead him to the highest laurels. Hats off to Mr. Fenton! John F. Joyce Harvard—A.B. English and German Mr. Joyce, fondly referred to by the students as ‘J’ is tops in his profession. He is a Beau Brummell in dress, a patient listener, a sincere advisor, and an ardent fan and supporter of all extra- curricular activities at L. H. S. With these assets, Mr. Joyce could be nothing but ‘‘A-1 to us. Mrs. Elizabeth Morrill Vassar College—A.B. English Mrs. Morrill is a woman of great knowledge and charm. Patience, with her, is indeed a great virtue. Because of her pleasant manner and high integrity, she is well-liked by the students and faculty. Mrs. Annabritta B. Cregg Massachusetts School of Art Free Hand Drawing A new art instructor at L. H. S. is Mrs. Cregg. A striking blond with an air of sophistication, she made a hit with the students from the start. As for hobbies, besides that sporty maroon convertible, she is a master of golf. With her super personality and talent, she is a wonderful inspiration for future artists. Theodore Kucharski Holy Cross College—A.B. United States History “Coach” is tops on the list of favorite teachers. , Whether he is coaching football or teaching history, problems in democracy, or algebra classes, he ‘“‘plays the game”’ with his pupils. His comradeship and his ability as a coach and a teacher will always be remembered. We are glad to welcome him back from the armed forces. George A. Peck Fitchburg State Teachers’ College—B.S.E. English Mr. Peck, our new, good looking faculty member, who has joined us since his discharge from the A. A. F., is what we call the ideal English teacher. He is also the sophomore class adviser. Mr. Peck is very well liked by both the faculty and the students.

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Dwight S. Davis Massachusetts State—B. Sc. Harvard—Ed.M. Principal Skiing, tennis and bi- cycling have filled Mr. Davis’ few spare moments in the past. He now enjoys historical novels and is an ardent fan of Kenneth Roberts. His favorite hobby is color photography. We appreciate the kind help which he is always ready to give, and his un- derstanding ways. Miss Lucile Brown New England Conservatory of Music Head of the Music Department Music Se aeepi Singing, Orchestra ‘The Thursday Stings have not been the same without the familiar face of Miss Brown directing the student body. She ha of absence, but we know that in the near future she will return to us with her pleasing smile of encourage- ment. Miss Elizabeth Colley Wheaton College—A.B. Boston University—M.A. Head of English Dept. English Miss Colley is not only an excellent instructor in the study of English, but a teacher with an outstanding personality. Whether teach- ing an English class or cook- ing her favorite meal, Miss Colley always has a cheery smile and a friendly word for all. She is the originator of our Better Speech and Poetry Reading Contests, and she gave our school the idea of contributing a week- ly news page to the local paper. sbeenon leave © John H. Coburn Harvard College—A.B. Boston University—L.L.B. Assistant Principal Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry Mr. Coburn is an excel- lent teacher with many fine attributes, being pleasant, understanding, and most helpful to all students. His knowledge of mathematics is a reflection of his college pursuits. A confirming fact of his ability is that he successfully completed a four-year course of study at Harvard College in thres years. Elmer J. Bucknell Syracuse University B.S.A. Harvard—Ed.M. Head of the Science Dept. Chemistry and Physics To be a successful teacher of chemistry, one must pos- sess the following quali- fications: 1. Knowledge—To an- swer Anne Cohen's ques- tions. 2. Ambition—To carry on after that Period A Class. 3. Nerve-To go into Lab period with the girls. 4. Patience—To cope with a group like Period F chemistry. And Mr. them all. Bucknell has Daniel Darney Massachusetts School of Art Supervisor of Manual Arts and Freehand Drawing Mechanical Drawing Mr. Darney, known for his extensive collection of rings acquired in many foreign countries, is an author of some repute. He has written Mexcian Travels, South America Travel Notes: Volume one, North and East Coasts; Volume two, West Coast. His presence on our staff adds greatly to the esteem in which our school is held Miss Frances Lockey Smith—A.B. Harvard—Ed.M. Dean of Girls Head of the Department of Foreign Languages—Latin Miss Lockey, one of our best loved teachers, likes to travel. She always re- me mbers her Latin classes by sending them postcards written in Latin. We'll never forget how much she has helped us during our school years. Mrs. Miriam L. Bucknell Bates College—A.B. Boston University—M.A. Sorbonne French Mrs. Bucknell has a great love for French. Parlez-vous Francais? Though half English, half Dutch, she is really French at heart. Her favorite sports are swim- ming and talking French. Her better half—well, she cooks to make him happy. Her interest in her pupils and her charming manner sare made her well liked by all. Everett Donnelly Holy Cross—A.B. Clark University—A.M. Head of the Social Science Department Geography and History Mr. Donnelly is a well liked person at Leominster High. He is especially popular because of his aid in securing and introducing the films for the assembly periods. In his classroom, there is “never a dull moment” for the pupil or the teacher. Charles Broderick URSNGeE——Beo: Head Coach “Coach,” recently made head of all physical educa- tion in Leominster, has been leading our football and basketball teams against the foe for many years. He seems to have a way with the fellows, is very fair in choosing the members for his teams, and is well liked by all. Miss Helen Burnham Tufts—B.A. Biology Miss Burnham helped in the establishment of the Girl Scouts’ Nature Museum and is on their program committee. Inside our school, Miss Burnham helped to establish our Thursday Morning Sings. Her sincere, helpful at- titude has given a great boost to all her students. Mr. Percy Dunlop Boston University—B.B.A. Business Science and English Mr. Dunlop is a new ad- dition to our faculty. Other than music, his specialty, he has a great many interests, ranging from sports to radio programs. We are very glad to have Mr. Dunlop at L. H. S., and we are especi- ally looking forward to ‘his musical assembly.

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Henry B. Perry Clark University—A.B. American History and Guidance Mr. Perry is another one of our veterans. The Junior Class appreciate his sens- ible advice, for he is their adviser and a wonderful one at that. His frank and sage counsel is highly re- spected. A famous saying of his is, “I'm sorry if I interrupted you.” Flora P. Wittman Bay Path Institute Susquehanna University Shorthand, Typewriting Mrs. Wittman is the presi- dent of the Priest Street Parent-Teachers’ Association. She is a faculty adviser in charge of the Business Staff of the Magnet, and has been very helpful to the class of ‘47. One of the things that has made her so well-liked is her pleasing sense of humor. Carmine Piccuci Boston University Physical Education Where would the fellows of L. H. S. be without Mr. Picucci? He is the grand teacher who directs our boys toward manhood. If he makes as good men of them as he has made a man of himself, we can exvect no more. We all welcome him to the teaching staff. John H. Rogers Clark University A.B., M.A. What's doing in Room 3? Everything, and Mr. Rogers is always in the middle— whether it be discussing problems of the social stud- ies, or the weighty social problems of the Senior classmen. J. R. is one of our most popular teachers. Miss Lucia Piermarini Radcliffe—A.B. and A.M. Italian and English With her striking black hair and luscious complex- tion, Miss Piermarini is called a friend by all. Her deep interest in political and foreign affairs may some day help her to be- come a great diplomat. She has great fun in saying, “T'll see you at one-thirty!”’ Viola P. Marrama Miss Marrama, a brilliant student of the class of ‘45, graduated with honors. The following September she started work as secretary to Mr. Davis. Because of her pleasing personality, she is well liked by the faculty and student body. Miss E. Lillian Ricker Emerson College—B.L.I. English 1 Tablespoon of Emerson College of Oratory. 1 Teaspoon of B.L.I. 1 Cup of 13 years of teaching English. 1 Teaspoon of acting. 14 Teaspoon of writing plays. 14 Teaspoon of reading poetry. ly Teaspoon of listening to piano concerts. Add the above and you just can't help but get a mixture of ambition, per- sonality, acknowledgment of the fine arts, brilliancy, and your helper in the English world. Only one teacher could possess these char- acteristics—Miss E. Lillian Ricker. 1] J. Richard Sutcliffe N. E. Conservatory of Music—F.T.C. Lowell T.C.—B.S.E. Band and Orchestra Hats off to Mr. Sutcliffe and the students in the band and orchestra! He has worked steadily with them and has done a fine job. Besides improving our school’s musicians, he has helped to bring up the morale of all the students and players with his music Thomas Watson Toronto Normal School Retired Head of the Commercial Department Business Essentials Commercial Law Good luck to Mr. Watson, who has recently retired after forty-five years of teaching. He has taught in Leominster since 1928, and has become a part of L. H. S. that will be greatly missed. We all hope his gardening, at which he spends much of his time, will be as success- ful as his teaching.