Lexington High School - Lexington Yearbook (Lexington, MA)

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1293-8 : Meer NGTON, Hien Secroor HOPE PHOENIX “Til be merry and free, I'll be sad for no one.” Popular Hope joined our ranks during the sophomore year. She has been one of our most enthusiastic sport lovers. Next year she plans to divert much of this en- thusiasm to a secretarial education. A. A. 1, 2, 3; Dance Committee 2, 3. IRVING PIERCE, JR. “Unperturbed by storm or flurry, Inclined to work, but not to worry.” Skipper, a genial mathematician and physicist, plans to go to Norwich University to study engineering. He will undoubtedly equal, in college, his fine record at L. H. S. and we shall soon see an able engineer. A. A. 1, 2, 3; Soccer 1; Math Club 3; Student Govern- ment 3. ROBERT PIKE “A pleasant fellow, who brings his personality into his acting.” Bob, a cheerful, agreeable person, will always be re- membered for his dramatic and musica] abilities. With his winning personality he has acquired many friends, and is expected to bring honor to L. H. S. in college. A. A. 1, 2, 3; Dramatic Club 2, 3; Yearbook; Student Government 3. ROBERT POIRIER “Thou wert ever cheerful.” A fun-loving, friendly chap, Bob has won many friends among his fellow classmates. He hopes to get a posi- tion as a bookkeeper, but he admits that if this field is cvercrowded, he can always take up farming. A. A. i, 2; 3; Basketball 2; Baseball 2, 3. WILLIAM POTTER “Long, lean, and likeable.”’ Bill, one of our stellar athletes, plans to become an aviator. His chief difficulty will be to find an airplane roomy enough to accommodate the gangs that have filled his Oldsmobile during his high school days. AeeAcm 2. is) Eootball 1; 2, 33 Basketball 1; 2, 3: Baseball 1, 2; Track 3; Dance Committee 1, 2, 3; Cho- rus is 2. ROBERT PRICE ““A good friend to everyone.” Bob is one of the pluckiest athletes in the school and has contributed much to the fighting spirit of the teams of which he has been a member. AmeAs onos) ELootball 2; 3-) Track’ 3. CHARLES PRIMMERMAN “A good athlete is always well-known.’ The popular Pete indulges in a rugged game called soccer much to the distress of Lexington’s opponents whose strategy Captain Primmerman has often defeated. Pete was also one of the valued men in basketball and baseball. A. A. 1, 2, 3; Soccer 1, 2, 3; Basketball 1, 2, 3; Base- ball 1, 2, 3; Student Government 3. SHERMAN PRIMMERMAN “A most popular athlete.’ As sober as a clergyman in class, “Sherm’” is known as a regular fellow once he reaches the out of doors. Although his m ind is hazy concerning his future, we feel confident that his winning personality will one day bring him great success. A. A. 1, 2, 3; Soccer 1, 2, 3; Basketball 2; Baseball 1, 2, 3; Student Government 3. ? ’ e [ 25 ]

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[SEXeUNIGs ON HirG Heese eos 2 [OF ae FRANK O'BRIEN “Always a glint of humor in his eyes.” Frank has a passion for dancing and attends as many dances as possible. He has the great ambition of study- ing medicine—an ambition which he will seek to realize next year. DOROTHY O’DOWD “Beneath the quiet calm of placid mien lay depths of comradeship and laughter unexpressed.” Dot has expectations of becoming a kindergarten supervisor. We leave it to her to bring honor to Lex- ington High in this field of work. ARTHUR O'LEARY “His limbs were cast 1n manly mould, For hardy sports and contests bold.” Art is a good-natured fellow who is everybody’s friend. Art’s heading for Springfield College and will continue his success there. A. A. 1, 2, 3; Basketball 1, 2, 3; Football’ 33 Soeceri23 Track 3; Student Government 3. FRANCIS O’LEARY “Popular combination of student and athlete.” “Twin” is a very active member of the class, and en- gages in many out-side activities. He is rather uncer- tain, but he hopes to take up aviation. Here’s wishing many happy landings ! A. A. 1, 2, 3; Football 3; Basketball 1, 2, 3; Golf 1, 2, 3. WALLACE OLDFORD “What care I for trifles?’”’ Skipper is one of those persons who can be relied upon to come through. You should be good on a ship’s bridge with that voice, Wallie. Ave Ass I he2, nos Ootballal ase moe GRACE PACKARD “She ts a form of life and light, Laughing eyes and manner bright.” With a friendly smile for every one, Grace has made herself one of the most popular girls at Lexington High. Undoubtedly the nursing profession, which she has chosen for her future work, will welcome and value her smiles. A. A. I, 2, 3; Baseball 2; Dance Committee 2, 3; Chorus 2, 3. VIRGINIA PACKARD “Her voice was ever soft—an excellent thing in a woman.” A charming personality and a sweet lovely manner are the qualities responsible for Ginny’s popularity. Her friends have found her ever loyal and sincere. Ginny’s ambitions and abilities lie in the field of library work. French Club 2, 3. RUTH PARRISH “Quiet and true, a friend to you.’ Ruthie is ranked among our most affable classmates by her friends. One of her main interests being music, she is a prominent member of the orchestra. After col- lege, she hopes to find a career in fashion designing. A. A. 1, 2, 3; Basketball 1; French Club 2, 3; Or- chestra 1, 2, 3; Chorus 1, 2. , [24]

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[PE XTNGG Th OIN Eli Ge (GaerO one : 19053-8 BARBARA PUTNEY “When we find such gatety and wisdom in one person, we bend tn admiration.” Putiy is well-liked for her amiable attitude towards life, her humcr, and her ready smile. She has been very active in the classroom, chorus, and dramatic club. Next year she plans to be found at Bates College. A. A. 1, 2, 3; French Club 2, 3; German Club 3; Dra- matic Club 2, 3. ELSIE RAFFERTY “She's little, but she’s wise; She's a terror for her size.” Elsie, a happy-go-lucky lass, plans to be a teacher of Physical Education. She is always ready, willing, and able. She can usually be found in the midst of excite- ment. A. A. 2, 3; Field Hockey 2, 3; Basketball Manager 3; Dance Committee 3; German Club 3. HAROLD RETHMAN “A silent, shy, peace loving man.” Although Harold is one of our most retiring classmates in school, outside on a ski track, his energy knows no bounds. But, Harold, it is carrying a good thing too far to break a leg just to hang up a record! ASPAL2 0 5 -bracky2. DOUGLAS ROSS “From morn to midnight, all day through, I laugh and play as others do.’ Doug is well-liked for his even disposition and bashful grin. He enjoys outdoor sports, but cares little for studying. He plays the cello, wants to be a farmer, and will go to Mass. State or Cornell. A. A. 2, 3; Track 2; Tennis 3; Dramatic Club 3; Orchestra 3. CONS FANGE,RUOCCO “Her pleasant spirit is her charm.” Connie has been a faithful spectator at all the foot- ball and basketball games. She and her beautiful “raven lecks’”’ will probably be adding to the beauty of some business office in the near future. ASPAS A 2 eon RICHARD RUSSELL “He only is a well made man who has a good determination.” Dick is one of our most brilliant classmates, excelling in mathematics and science. With his ability for lead- ership, he has made a most efficient Spotlight editor. He plans to go to M. I. T. and then hopes to go to West Point. Spotlight 2, 3; Dance Committee 1, 2; Yearbook. WILLIAM RUSSELL “Nothing ts impossible to a willing mind.” Bill is one of those fellows who like the out-of-doors, and can usually be found engaged in some sort of sport. He hopes to be placed on Uncle Sam’s payroll by enter- ing the Civil Service. A. A. 1, 2; Football 2; Basketball 1; Hockey 2. CHARLES RYAN “Nothing is impossible to a willing heart.” Charlie likes sciences, especially chemistry. When he is graduated, he plans to become a chemist’s assistant, in order to acquire a thorough knowledge in this line of work. A Asn apes [ 26 ]