Major Edwards High School - Mesa Yearbook (West Boylston, MA)

Text from Pages 1 - 96 of the 1945 volume:

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BWUR£ Maj o T -I L jk School U eit ■ fjoulston MajsacfuAjettj oo Miisf! s-ffm GctitOfl l arcia Pfau a !iL5tant eddofi Louise Potvin budLriQii manaa n Gilbert Stewart‘S ai L tant loii6Ln( .56 manaoQfi Robert Bond J U HL tQ ' -up 6 Gilbert Stewart Paul Belles kacixltu u mte-ap Ruth Ayers i di LUL Lon pacjQ 3 Ruth Ayers J 5 pOHt 5 Marjorie Hubbdl Gilbert Stewart pkotoofiaoki Victor Movia Eawai d Tashjlan u dl Martha Goodale Josephine Renzoni Rita Molinari cto. 5 klLitoiZLI Esther Dellasanta Josephine Renzoni cla6 OfiopheCij Edith Bacchiocchi Mildred Shaw Ruth Ayers tupLiti Ruth Ayers Edith Bacchiocchi Josephine Renzoni Esther Dellasanta Martha Goodale Louise Potvin Rita Molinari Hildrea Shaw a55emUe.fi5 Martha Goodale Edward Tashjian CO Jl ' l J tS Oft6£ Mesa Staff 2 Honor Roll. 4 Major Edwards High School 5 Foreword. 6 Dedication 7 Faculty Autographs. ... 11 Faculty Pictures and Writeups 12 Principal’s Message 14 Schedule of Classes 16 ££JJ( 0 ?£ Class Officers. 21 Senior Pictures and Writeups 22 The Senior Class in Song 31 Class Favorites 32 Class Superlatives 33 If We Could Only Have 34 Class History , .35 Class Prophecy 38 Class Will 40 Welcome Address 44 Karin Brown of America 45 Marie Ivanov of Russia 47 Richard Niles of England 49 Junior Play Cast 55 Class of ’45 56 Class of ‘46. . . 57 Class of ’ 47 .58 Class of ’48 59 Class of ’49 60 Class of � 50 61 School Council 62 Boys’ Basketball 64 G-irls’ Basketball 66 Baseball 68 Assembly Competition 69 Junior Red Cross 70 Autographs 71 90V£ ?-tS££M£ J - 3 - 4 0A 0 ? ?0££ ( mduatQj m the - ei vLce Allen, William Andrews, Mabel Ano, George Ayers, Lewis Belles, Earl Biggi, Francis Blogett, Jesse M. Boulais, Bernard Boynton, Charles F, Jr. Boynton, Kenneth Boynton, Roy Boynton, Stanley M. Brackett, Calvin R. Brigham, Herbert Buck, James Burlingame, Alfred Burlingame, Theodore Cameron, Andrew Cameron, Jane R. Cameron, Robert Campbell, David Carima , Francis Carima , Vernon Chapman, Robert E. Cheever, Clinton Cheever, George Cheever, Herbert Cheever, Warren Childs, Donald Childs, Fred Childs, Harold Christenson, Harold E, Clayton, David Coffin, James Comfort, David Cooke, J. Arthur Denton, Margaret Derrah, Donald DeSanti, Louis Dusoe, Francis Erickson, Russell Fancy, Raymond Fancy, Richard Fancy, V esley Gallagher, Kenneth Gardner, Gregory Gardner, Richard Garside, John Jr, Gilmond , Harry Greenwood, Donald Hall, Roland E. Holmes , Arthur Holt , Cynthia ' ‘• ' Holt , Roger Hudson, George Hudson, Richard Hynes, John Johnson, Harold R, Keith, Roger Kendall, David Kirby, Francis Knight, Donald Jr, Larrabee, Billings Lovell, Arnold Lovell, Ellen Luce, Francis N. Lundell, Einar B. Lundell, Warren S, Maki, Simo Harden, Douglas V . Harden, Janet McCarthy William Me Cormi grk , J ohn Mooney, Donald Mooney, Paul ' Mooney, Richard Jr, Moran, George B. Morrissey, James. Nutting, V illiam Osterberg, Bertel Peltier, Louis C, Phelps, Robert V , Potvin, Robert L, Renzoni , Anthony Romkey, Everett L, Rotti, Guido Scott, Kenneth T, Silvepberg, Joseph E, Slack, Robert J. Smith. Kent Smith, Murrell 8, Soule, Robert .Stewart, Donald Surabian, Simon Terrill, Margaret Waters, Herbert Jr, Waters, Robert Whitcomb, Ralph Wilson, Gale Wilson, Harry P. Wyman, Charles Zalneraitis, Herbert. M{ qO PCPOOP 70 imo ?o We have tried to put into this book a part of ourselves to keep as a remembrance of all of the work and play we have had a part in during our four years of High School. 3ut none of the past could have happened without the assistance of the untiring teachers who have stood by us, the Class of 45 ”, through thick and thin. We give our warmest thanks to the faculty of Major Edwards and especially to Mrs. Severance, our class advisor, and Miss Jennings, chief of the com- mercial Department. I o lO£cm£o We the Senior Class of 1945 with sincere gratitude dedicate the Senior Annual”to Mrs, Severance our Class advisor. This is only a slight token of apprecia- tion for her interesting work with us. We know that we can never adequately thank Mrs. Severance for her deep interest in and her devotion to the members of our class. - 7 - —II JOHN B. CHAFFEE (Principal) Brown University Ph. B. 1931 M. A. 1936 Graduate Study at Rhode Island College of Educa. (1931-32) Clark University (1932-34 Boston University (1940-41) Worcester Junior College (1943-44) CHARLES H. BUNKER Holderness Prep School Worcester Academy National Rec. Institute New Hampshire University Springfield College RUTH M. GERALD B. S. Ed. Framingham State Teachers ' College (1941) American Home Economics Assoc, Eastern Massachusetts Home Economics Association CATHERINE P. JENNINGS Boston University College of Pratl- cal Arts and Letters B. S. Boston University School of Education Commercial Education M. Ed. New England Commercial Teach- ers ' Association MARY R. MAGUIRE College of Our Lady of the Elms A. B. Mercy Hospital Springfield M, T. Clark University HANNA A. NAMEN A. B. Clark University B, S. Ed. Wore. State Teachers ' College Graduate Study Graduate Work Harvard University - 12 - NELLIE S. NUTTING Bates College B. A. Yale University Graduate School Education Oxford University England Summer Courses DORIS H. PARKER B • S • E • Lowell State Teachers ' College Member of Whist- ler Guild of Art- ists Worcester Museum Claeses LOUIS J. PELTIER ( Superintendent ) Clark University 1912 A. B, Teachers College Columbia Univer- sity 1922 A. M. MUDE M. SEVERENCE Mlddlebury College A. B. A. M. Dept . of Education Puerto Rico Spanish Language and Literature Mlddlebury-Graduate study in Education and Comparative Fic- tion WINSLOW FLETCHER Fitchburg State Teachers College B. S. Ed. HELEN PAUL Fitchburg State Teachers ' College B. S. Ed. — 3 - C?eafi (2ta55 During the four critical years that we have lived, worked, and played together, we have learned much from each other. All my fesA messages have been written since Pearl Harbor, and now I must send you, too, out into uncertainty, turmoil, danger, because youth must go forward. My college president once wrote, Let the old, living oh a deficit of energy, despair if they must; youth with its sur- plus believes in the impossible, rallies around the ideal, and cries: ' It shall be done ' . Although you are in no way responsible for the mess the world is in, you are the ones who must do aom ling about it. As I see you go, I realize you have much that is essential. Despite your appearance, talk, and carefree attitude toward life, you have no end of charm and versatility. You have a tremendous range of knowledge. You know ten thousand things which your father and grandfather at your age had never heard of. After four years with you I know, however, that there are area in which we, your parents and teachers, have failed you. You have not yet achieved the ability to get along with your teachers and fellow-students. Remember some of those class meet- ings? It is not strange that this should be so, for most of our troubles are caused by the fact that adults have not learned to get along with each other. You want people to like you? You want to be successful in school or in your work? Statistics have shown that about twice as many workers are discharged because of social misunderstanding as for lack of skill and technical knowledge. Social misunderstanding means nothing more nor less than lack of ability to get along with people. The fundamental lesson to learn is a very simple one — think of the other fellow Instead of always of yourself, and make a determined effort to help those around you. The effectiveness of your personality will depend on how well you learn that lesson, I think that the second way in which we have failed you is that we have not taught you to bring your mind to a focus, to think hard and close. More school failures are due to lack of concentra- tion than to lack of ability. Keep your eye on the ball has be- come a watchword in our sports-conscious world. You know how the baseball pitcher concentrates his whole personality on the batter facing him; how the batter must concentrate on the ball if he wants to connect with it. Thousands of eyes watch, too, awaiting in- tently the result of a single pitch. Mow suppose it is not a baseball you are following, but a chemical reaction, a line in a poem, a trial balance in Bookkeeping, or the Ideals of the Atlantic Charter. You can experience the same t lll from chasing laws in science or meanings in history as from any game ever played. The requisite for success is the same— can you concentrate? Is your mind blurred and confused? Is it, as we say of a camera, out of focus? Blurred visions of half-truths are at the root of most of the problems of the world. They caused the tragic disillusions which followed the first World Wa?; brought about the catastrophe in which we are now engulfed, Ifeie most valuable asset you can develop is a mind which can see things straight and clear. We have not taught you to stick to- the job when the going gets tough. You gave up when the task proved difficult, you quit a course because it was hard; you found too many excuses for not doing your work. Some of you couldn’t take it when you weren’t winning. Although high school has not given you experience vital enough to develop stick-to-it-iveness” in you, I know that when the chips are really down you’ll have v;hat it takes, VJe said the same things about your brothers and sisters, who have proved themselves all over the world and have shown incalculable stamina and heroism. We said it about Russia. Remember when people were betting that Russia would be conquered within three months? We said it about our own country, en President Roosevelt asked for 100,000 planes a year people laughed and said it couldn’t be done, but we produced 125,000 planes and more. What we have done for war we shall do for peace. ”The difficult takes time, the impossible a little longer.” And so, despite what we have failed to do for you, I send you forth with optimism and hope. We have been living and fighting to preserve democracy, and democracy is something that a nation must always be doing. The very turmoil of the age in which we live creates for us unprecedented opportunity. There is much work to do in our schools, to make them more effective in- struments for educating each child according to his abilities. There is work to do in our communities adequate housing, rec- reation facilities, better race relationships. The churches are crying for leaders of vision and power. Industry needs manage- ment which is imbued with the spirit of cooperation rather than of competition, G-overnment Is looking for stalesmen who can trans- late into practical experience the realization that the welfare of each citizen is the responsibility of all citizens. Science — technology — the possibilities are limitless. We can build a brave new world only by starting right here at home and building brave new people. Though the dangers are real, youth accepts the chal- lenge to get on with the work. Russel Davenport in My, Country . has said it thus: ”And still, hovrever far her sons may go, To venture or to die beyond her sight,,,.. ....That ' all the peoples of the earth may know The embattled destination of the free — Not peace, not rest, not pleasure — but to dare To face the axiom of democracy: Freedom is not to limit, but to share; And freedom here is freedom everywhere.” - 15 - 16 . - 7 - man ' I eaJt President Vice-President Secretary- Treasurer . 5opnomofce President Vice-President Secretary Treasurer V illiam DePatsy Edith Bacchiocchi Esther Dellasanta Louise Potvin Ljea Edith Bacchiocchi Victor Novia Josephine Renzoni Louise Potvin junto ft President Vice-President Secretary Treasurer Donald Christenson Marcia Pfau G-ilbert Ste-wart Louise Potvin President Vice-President Secretary Treasurer Gilbert Stewart Edith Bacchiocchi Josephine Renzoni Louise Potvin - 2 RUTH AYERS “Ruthle , whose helpfulness has been a great asset to us throughout our high school days, wants to be a nurse. This is a difficult profess- ion, we admit, but Ruth should clear all the hurdles easily. And we might add, who could complain at having a tall brunette as a nurse? Junior Play 3 Cml. Club 1,2, 3, 4 Dancing Club 2 First Aid 1 Home Nursing 3 Minstrel Show 3 Chorus 3,4 Softball 1,2 EDITH BACCHIOCCHI ”Edle”is the cute, short, chubby girl you always see on the dance floor. She Is not only a flash on the dance floor, but also on the basketball team. We know she will be a success, for she is a grand sport and takes everything as a Joke, and besides all this she has personality plus!! Edith ' s favorite class pastime Is glggllngi However when It comes time to get to work, she is always there to do her bit. Basketball 1,2, 3, 4 Chorus 4 School Council 3 Softball 1,2,4 Biology Club 1,2 Commercial Club 3,4 Spanish Club 2 First Aid 1 Home Nursing 4 Class President 2 V.P. of Class 2,4 - 22 - PAUL BELLES Paul, or more commonly known as “Louie” or “Buddy”, is our wavy-haired class comedian. Whenever you feel “down in the dumps,” Just turn to Paul and the world will soon he a bed of roses. But being a comedian is not the only accomplishment he has when it comes to History and Civics, he’s in there “pitching. Also, could we ever forget his portrayal of the dignified, English professor in the play present- ed during our Junior year? With his wit, and his ability to get along with others, Paul will certainly have no trouble in whatever the future brings for him. Basketball 1,2, 3, 4: Minstrel Show 3 Baseball 3,4 Dancing Club 2 Junior Play 3 Avia. Club Sec. 3 School Council 1 ROBERT BONCI “Bob, is the tall, dark, and hand- some athlete of the Senior class. He has been our star during his four years in high school. To him chalking up points on the basketball floor is second nature. His code in life is ( have a good time all the time ) and with this cheerful outlook his chances for success are certain. Basketball 1,2, 3, 4: Baseball 1,3 Biology Club 1,2 A. A, Rep. 1,2, 3, 4 A. A. Treasurer 3 Int. Rel. Club 3 23 — DONALD CHRISTENSON Don Is our Import from Brookfield and since his arrival here, two years ago, we are certain he Is our gain and Brookfield ' s loss. Stocky and blonde, Don might have Just arrived from the shores of Old Sweden. His ability In his studies and on the basketball floor has proved his worth and will continue to do so In the future. M.E.H.3 . Basketball 3,4 V.P. Student Cone. Pres. School Cone. Pres, Aviation Club Pres, of Class 3 Baseball 3 BROOKFIELD HICH Basketball 1,2 3 Chorus 1,2 4 3 ESTHER DELLASANTA Esther Is the quiet, but always helpful member of our class. She is seldom heard, but whenever a ques- tion Is asked, her answer Is usually correct. All the luck In the world to one of our best classmates. Chorus 4 Commercial Club 1 Spanish Club 2,3 First Aid 1 Class Secretary 1 -24 MARTHA GOODALE “Muff”, as she is known to us, has always been one of the most active members of our class. Whenever any- one needs help in whatever he may be doing, if he turns to Martha, the res- ponse will be prompt and pleasant. In the Commercial Department, she has been found a great asset during her high school years. Whatever career she chooses, the man who finds him- self with Martha in hie employ will be a very lucky fellow, perhaps he will be lucky enough to marry her who knows??? Basketball 1,2, 3, 4 Softball. 1,2,4 Junior Play 3 Chorus 1,2, 3, 4 Spanish Club 3 Minstrel Show 3 Dancing Club 2 Biology Club 1 Dramatic Club 4 MARJORIE HUBBELL “Margie is the cute, dainty, ac- tive Senior, Whenever you hear a few snickers or some commotion in the class. Just look in the direction of Margie and you ' ll find the solution. The scores she chalks up on the basketball floor prove she is right at home there. We know she will be a success in life as she has what it takes. Her versatility , cheerful char- acter, and Jovial personality will surely win her many friends in her coming years at college. Basketball 1,2, 3, 4 Chorus 3,4 Minstrel Show 3 Athletic Rep, 4 Junior Play 3 Spanish Club 2,3 Dancing Club 2 Soc, Chmn, 1 Softball 1,2,4 Round Table 1 First Aid 1 - 25 - RITA MOLINARI Laughing, always laughing that is our Rita, From her head down to her feet, (which by the way really move on the dance floor) she is a bundle of laughter and joy. Always ready with a helping hand and a smile, she is one of the most popular in the school and class. With her personality, how can she fail to succeed? Dancing Club 2 Basketball 1,2, 3, 4 Biology Club 1 Softball 1,2,4 First Aid 1 Chorus 3,4 Home Nursing 4 A. A. Rep. 3 Minstrel Show 3 Cml. Club Sec. 3 Treasurer 4 VICTOR NO VIA “Vic is the Charles Atlas of the school. All the girls rave over his athletic figure, but no one can blame them as he has a sparkling person- ality. Things are bound to go well for such a •‘swell fellow.” Basketball 1,2, 3, 4 Baseball 1,3,4 History Club 3 Dramatic Club 4 Vice President 2 Social Chairman 2 Minstrel Show 3 Dancing Club 2 Chorus 2 MARCIA PFAU D. A. R. Pilgrim “Bird’ ' , is the per- fect little lady of the Senior class. She is very attentive and clever in the classroom and a regular sport out- side school. Despite her quiet manner, Marcia is always happy and full of fun. Her dependability ' s basketball manager is one of her many contributions to the school and class. From our associ- ation with Marcia during our school days, we know she will be the “Belle of whatever college she attends. School Council 1,4 Dancing Club 2 V.P. of Class 3 Chorus 4 Junior Play 3 Round Table 1 Manager, Bsktball 3,4 D.A.R, Pilgrim 4 Spanish Club 3,4 First Aid 1 Home Nursing 2 LOUISE POTVIN Louise is the blonde bombshell of the class. Her wit and personality are well-known to her classmates. Active in everything that goes on, this young lady has already won an undisputed place of honor in the Commercial Dept, as well as in our own class. The horoscope is sure to predict for Louise happiness and success. Treasurer 1,2, 3, 4 Junior Play 3 Dancing Club 2 Commercial Club 1 Home Nursing 3 Minstrel Show Basketball 1 Softball 1,2 Chorus 3,4 Dramatic Club Basketball Co-Manager 3,4 Spanish Club 3 3 4 - 27 - JOSEPHINE RENZONI Jella is the attractive girl who always bears a warm smile for every- one. Whenever there are troubles, a smile from Jella sends them flying. As she Is very popular with her class- mates, we know she won ' t find it difficult to find friends. Maybe she doesn ' t want new friends. I think a certain sailor would satisfy her needs. Biology Club 1,2 Softball 1,2,4 Dancing Club 2 Secretary 2,4 First Aid 1 Junior Play 3 Minstrel Show 3 A. A. Rep. 1 Basketball 1,2,3 Vice President 4 Commercial Club 3 Chorus 3,4 MILDRED SHAW Mildred, is the blond, quiet senior girl who is usally seen and seldom heard. Whenever work in the Commercial Room is to be done, Mildred is ready and willing to help. She is well-liked by her classmates and teachers and should go far in the future. Chorus 1,2, 3, 4 Home Nursing 4 Minstrel Show 3 Cafeteria 3 Biology Club 2 Softball 1,2 Commercial Club 3,4 First Aid 1 -2 S GILBERT STEWART “Gib ' ' Is our Class president and also our class musician. Combined with his music ability is his sense of rhythm so apparent when he dances. As basketball and baseball manager he has given excellent service to the teams. He has a pleasing personality and talent for writing which should enable him to succeed as a Journalist, Basketball Mgr, 3,4 Junior Play 3 First Aid 1 Minstrel Show 3 Spanish Club 2,3 Dancing Club 3 Round Table Club 1 Class President 4 Sec, of Class 3 Chorus 3,4 EDWARD TASHJIAN “Eddie is one of the quietest mem- bers of our class. He is always ready to do a favor and is very cooperative with the teachers. Outside of school, he is full of fun and a regular fellow. We wish you all the luck in the world, Ed, and we know you will succeed where ever you may go. First Aid 1 Biology Club 1 Aviation Club 2,3 Camera Club 1 Defense Stamp Collector 2,3 29 DAVID WYMAN Dave” Is the lad who cracks all the Jokes in the Senior class. Whenever a witty comeback is heard, David is the originator of it more often than not. Hie favorite pastime is arguing. However, besides the afore mentioned traits, he always rates high in his studies and has a grand sense of humor as well. David will never find it difficult to win friends and success will be his for a certainty. Aviation Club 3 History Club 2 Round Table Club 1 Chorus 1,2 — 30 — -f-HE Se.MSO i ClfiSS M SO JCj 3en LO t on(j Class ” Ain ' t Got A Dime To My Name” Victory Polka” Bob, Don, Vic, David, Buddy Anchors Aweigh” Paul Belles Rum and Coca Cola Edith Bacchiocchi The Very Thought of You Robert Bonci Good Bye Dear, I ' ll Be Back In a Year Donald Christenson I ' m Getting Tired So I Can Sleep ' ' Esther Dellasanta Sweet Dreams, Sweetheart Martha Goodale People Will Say We ' re In Love Marjorie Hubbell Gobs of Love For the Navy Rita Molinari Arthur Murray Taught Me Dancing Victor Novia Going My Way Marcia Pfau Believe Me Louise Potvin Give Me A Little Kiss Will Ya Huh? Josephine Renzoni Wonder When My Baby ' s Cornin ' Home Mildred Shaw Gut Down the Old Pine Tree Gilbert Stewart Ya-Ta-Ta Ya-Ta-Ta (Talk, Talk, Talk) David Wyman I Want To Be A G-Man Edward Tashjian Taking A Chance On Love Ruth Ayers My Dreams Are Getting Better All The Time -3l- CMSS 7fK 0 -?lt££ ai Otzite ckoLce Favorite Subject ti Food II Drink II Song II Author II Orchestra M Period It Athlete II Expression n Pastime II Game u Sport II Actor II Actress II Book II Singer (Man) II Singer (Woman ) II Radio Program It Movie II American ir Nar.es It Comedian II Musician Virtue Besetting Sin U. S. History (Play Period) Steak Frappe Don’ t Fence Me In Helen Macinnes Harry James, Vaughn Monroe 5th (Study) Ted Williams I see you over there, Freddy or Julia. G-iggling Post Office Basketball Van Johnson, Alan Ladd June Allyson A Tree G-rows In Brooklyn” Bing Crosby G-inny Simms Bob Hope, Radio Theatre 30 Seconds Over Tokyo Roosevelt Freddy or Julia Jack Carson Jose Iturbi, Alec Templeton Laughing Lounging - 32 - the moit” [fou cjial. MOST ATHLETIC Robert Bond Marjorie Hubbell MOST STUDIOUS Edward Tashjian Marcia Pfau MOST TALKATIVE David Wyman Rita Molinarl MOST MISCHIEVOUS Paul Belles Edith Bacchlocchi Rita Mollnari MOST HELPFUL Gilbert Stewart Ruth Ayers MOST WITTY Paul Belles Martha Goodale MOST DIGNIFIED Edward Tashjian Marcia Pfau Louise Potvin BEST MATURED Robert Bond Josephine Renzoni QUIETEST Edward Tashjian Esther Dellasanta BEST ALIBIER David Wyman Louise Potvin MOST POPULAR Victor Novia Josephine Renzoni MOST ARGUMENTIVE David Wyman Rita Molinari Mildred Shaw MOST VERSATILE Gilbert Stewart Marcia Pfau MOST SERIOUS Edward Tashjian Mildred Shaw MOST CHEERFUL Victor Novia Edith Bacchiocchl MOST LIKELY TO SUCCEED Gilbert Stewart Marcia Pfau MOST UNSELFISH Robert Bond Ruth Ayers MOST BASHFUL Edward Tashjian Esther Dellasanta MOST AMBITIOUS Gilbert Stewart Ruth Ayers MOST ROMANTIC Paul Belles Edith Bacchlocchi Rita Mollnari BEST DANCER Victor Novia Edith Bacchiocchl BEST LOOKING Paul Belles Marjorie Hubbell BEST SMILE Robert Bond Josephine Renzoni BEST PERSONALITY Donald Cl;iristenson Martha Goodale Josephine Renzoni BIGGEST WOLF Paul Belles Rita Molinari MOST COURTEOUS Robert Bond Marjorie Hubbell MOST MUSICAL Gilbert Stewart Ruth Ayers - 33 - U 2 20U£V 0 J£y m[ £ Musical ability of Ruth Ayers (i agerness of Rita Molinari T ei ght of Victor Novia .Sportsmanship of Bob Bonci C arefulness of Esther Dellasanta Soyalty to the Marines of Louise Potvin f gumentiveness of David Wyman _3arcasm of Donald Christenson Silliness of Louise Potvin S r igi nality of Gilbert Stewart riendliness of Martha Goodale rankness of Mildred Shaw (Obligingness of Martha Goodale e eliability of Edith Bacchioochi per of Paul Belles Ijo uthfulness of Margie Hubbell rr T ithfulness to a sailor of Josephine Renzoni intelligence of Marcia Pfau ( itality of Gilbert Stewart Sufficiency of Edward Tashjian -3Z - On September and twenty boys, year of hard work, go into, we felt 2mss Msro i! Qfieikman fifteen girls LjQaH 3, 1941, thirty-five freshmen, entered Major Edwards High School ready for a At first, not knov ing v;hich room we v;ere to lost and a little scared. Finally we were told to go to room be our home she the four, and there we saw that Mrs, room teacher. I wonder what she Severance is like? was to ' Does get mad easily? Is she an ' old crab ' ? These were some of questions asked among us freshmen. After v e had picked out our own seats and Mrs, Severance had taken our names, Mr. Chaffee came in and spoke to us for a few mintues. We all seemed to like him This was also Mr. Chaffee ' s first year at M.E.H.S, Everything was going wonderfully well until we were told that classes would begin. Getting to class caused some trouble at first, as we didn ' t know our way from one room to finothfir! And were we surprised to find out that homework was given out on the very first day. However all this we got used to in no time at all. After we had been in school for a few weeks, we decided to elect our class officers. This we did quickly without wasting any time. It was not long before we lost seven of our classmates however. Peter Beshai, Tony Eeshai, Louis Ceredona, John Gonelli, Richard Humphrey, Patrick Russo, and Mary Salluce left before they had finished the year. The class now seemed so small! Mr. Kenney, one of the teachers best liked by every student, loft M.E.H.S. at about this time to enter the Navy. We also lost Mrs. Severance as our homeroom teacher. In December we moved down to room one and had as our homeroom teacher Mr. Gurney. As the upper classmen held parties, and went on hikes, eto� , we felt that we should have a class party or something. ‘Af cr turning down a fexi suggestions, we decided that we would have a party at Emerson ' s Lodge, Most of the class attended this party and all had a swell time. Later on we went on a roller skating party and also to White City, Knowing, (We can dream can ' t we?) that some day we would be- come Seniors we selected our class colors - blue and white; our flower - a white carnation, and our motto. We settled down and v:orked hard but the spring seemed to end. At last the time came for final exams soon over and we were now Sophomores! i)OpkomoiiQ. ijQaii tern never These were On September 9, 1942, twenty-nine very contented boys and girls returned to Major Edwards High School, We were very happy - 35 - to see all our classmates again and had much to talk about those first fex r days, since most of us hadn’t seen each other for nearly three months. We had a class meeting the folloxving x reek aitfeldcted our class officers. After we had learned our schedules and knew what classes to go to without looking at our cards , everything went alorg smoothly. We did our homework assignments and not one of us came to our classes unprepared. Though we skipped doing homework in our Freshman year x e weren’t going to let it happen again this year for x-;e were nox r Sophomores, We perservered in this high endeavor only a few x- eeks hox«7ovor. One morning in February we viere very surprised to find out that we xi ere to have a new member in our class. The gltls especially, were happy to see that the newcomer was a boy. We found out that his name was Don Christenson and that he came from Brookfield. After his arrival we girls spent a lot of time in the G-irls ' Room fixing up, hoping that one of us would be asked for a date soon. In the Spring we started planning for our Sophomore Hop, our first dance. The date was set for Uay 9th. We spent many long hours after school decorating the Auditorium, but the time x e spent was xforth all our trouble because the hall looked beautiful the night of the dance and we Sophomores surely felt proud. The affair v as a great success financially and otherwise. Of course, we had other class parties such as the roller- skating party in November, We enjoyed ourselves very much although most of us didn’t know how to akate. Every noX’j ard then we ' d hear CRASH! i I and sure enough we xirould see a student from M.E.H.S, sprawled out on the floor, V e had a boxirling party also and a tired group of Sophomores greeted the other pupils the following day, (Our arms were so sore xire couldn’t raise them when a teacher asked a question-even though xve knexir the ansxirer.) Just before the school term was over we xirere very sorry to hear that our homeroom teacher, Mrs. Weaver, was leaving us, (Unfortunately she had all the final exams made out for us bef: re she left . ) After the disagreeable task cf taking exams was over, we were ready to begin our Junior year. September 8, 1943, back to school x e trotted, but instead of reporting to Rm, 6 we went downstairs to Rm, 3 and hadMiss Maguire for our homeroom teacher. The class now consisted of tx renty-three pupile. The first few days we spent trying to got adjusted to our junior ijmfi new room and also trying to get interested in our new books. Then it was time to elect Class Officers again. Since it is the tradition of the Junior Class to have a play, v;e got busy in October and selected our play, Miss Jiramyi” The next important thing was picking out the cast and director, Mr. Namen was appointed director and he chose the cast. Rehearsals started immediately as the play was scheduled for December 10, As the time grew snorter. the members of the cast became more nervous. When i:he big night finally arrived, t.he cast was Just as calm as professionals anc the play pro ' ed to be a success. In the middle cf the year we were moved to Room 6 and had .Mies Nutting for our homeroom teacher. Now that the play was over, the Junior Class settled down to their school wo.rk again but not for long. We were now planning a sleigh ride. Towards the end of the afternoon chosen, we changed our plans however and compromised with a hay-ride for the snow had melted. It v as a wonderful ride; we went as far as Lake Washacum and then went up to Marcia Pfau’s where we had something to «at. We all had good appetites after being out in the open air for so long. Every year up until a few years ago the Junior Class usually had a Prom. Because of the gasoline shortage and also the male shortage this was impossible. So instead of having a Prom we had a Junior Dance. Music was furnished by Vic Merrick ' s Orchestra. We all enjoyed ourselves even though there wasn ' t a euffi ierit number of boys. The school term was almost completed, and again we found our- selves preparing for final exams which everyone dreaded, 6e.moii ijQafi September 6, 1944, we were back in school again. It was a dis- appointment to many of us to learn that six members of our class had not returned. Since we were Seniors, we could now look down on the under classmen — something we had been longing to do since we entered the high school. For the last time we elected officers. Just as soon as this business was completed, we decided that we would have our class pictures taken at J. Carroll Brown ' s, A month later, the Seniors were very busy exchanging pictures with their classmates. January 27, we Seniors had our first class party — a skating party at Carroll ' s Pond, We played games, and later had a hot .dog roast. We had a good time even though several didn ' t attend. This year as usual, we continued with the “Newsletter to our boys in the service. — 31 — C£flSS fi iO 0££Cll As graduation approached, Mrs Severance became so concerned about the future of her beloved class of ’ 45 that she finally consulted a famous astrologer She took with her the register containing the dates of birth of each Senior After duly con- sidering the zodiacal sign for each, the wizard was able to give the required information. MRTHA GOO DALE ; I see her surrounded by a million little brats in one of America’s foremost kindergartens She is busy getting them ready for their mid-morning nap. They are model children. She has them under perfect control--they do as they please. EDWARD TASHJIAN : Our Eddie is having a grand time for himself He is chief janitor in an exclusive girls’ college. This isn’t alii Under his tutelage the girls are learning farming. More girls are enrolling in the college than ever before as his course is very popular. LTILDRED SHAW ; Millie and her hubby are getting ready for their annual retreat totheMainc woods to replenish the supply for their lumber company. I’ve been told that Milly is an export lumber jack and a champion log rider. PAUL BELLES ; ’’Buddy”, the budding journalist, is kept pretty busy these days as he v rites a column giving expert advice to love lorn damsels Something is v rong however, as ho . ' isn ' t married yet himself. Maybe he needs someone to give him advice. RITA MOLINARI ; Rita’s picture is seen on billboards all over the country as she advertises Hubble Bubble Super Duper Chewing Gum . She not only advertises the gum, but she also gives instructions for chewing in rhythm. DAVID Vi YI.IAN; A long, low slung black beauty goes whizzing around the coimtry picking up its toll of victims that careless people have bumped off and carrying them to his exclusive funeral parlor. He’s clientele are subjected to a stiff beauty treatment before being viewed by their bereaved friends and relatives. MARJORIE HUBBELL; Margie is a hostess on the trans- Planet Airline which holds the record non-stop flight from Earth to Mars in 64 hours. Since she met a certain man on Mars, she finds it hard to stay on Earth Now she makes the trip in 46 hours DONALD CHRISTENSON; Believe it or not, Donald is now Admiral Christenson of the U.S Navy ilis design for a new combination sub-carrier has revolutionized modern warfare. Admiral Christenson is now one of the most outstanding figures throughout the v orld JOSEPHINE RENZONI ; Now I see Mrs. Allen, nee Renzoni, who is running around like mad with her crew of chi cos. Since her husband is a navy hero, he can tell how ho the v ar� ROBERT BONCI ; Bob is the idol of every American kid and their older sisters too. Since his active days as a professional athlete are over, he is a world famous instructor of athletes. Later he’ll give up this work and go back to the milk business, ESTHER DELLASANTA ; Esther has become the prominent woman about town and has achieved fame at last by snatching the world ' s only billionaire, RUTH AYERS : Ruthl© is the Angel of Mercy of West Boylston’s new Veterans ' Hospital, Practically all her old classmates have passed through this hospital. Because of her vjonderful personality and nursing ability not one life has been lost, and so she has set a new record for hospitals all over the country. VICTOR NOVIA : The young folk have migrated from Dionne’s to Vic s hot spot in search of wild entertainment. They certainly find it there. On special occasions Martha, Louise, and Edith sing with his band. During the day hie gymnasium is crowded with celebrities from all over the country seeking to acquire a physique like his, EDITH BACCHIOCCHI : Arthur Murray ' s leading competitor is Edith Bacchlocchi. Her technique for teaching the fundamentals of Jitterbugging is so popular that millions from all over the world come to her studios. In case her old classmates haven’t heard of her success, be it known that she offers to ttach them free, GILBERT STEWART : At last West Boylston has a scandel sheet. No one can live a private life since Gib reveals everything in his column. Ya-ta-ta-Ya-ta-ta- is all you read in his column. Jimmy Fiddler is his runner up, LOUISE POTVIN i Since her high school days she has been discovered by a Powers ' talent scout. She is the model of Powers ' most ex- clusive creations. She has become so accustomed to attantlon that when someone whistles, she doesn’t blush anymore. MARCIA PFAU I Marcia has become the great genius of all modern science. Through her great talents she has discovered a way for future students to do their homework painlessly. The formula is a secret but the method of using it is very simple. You merely dissolve several chemicals together in water, dump the book you want to learn into the mixture and drink the dissolved solution. From now on there will be only A students in American Schools, In fact, there won ' t be any need for teachers. So, my friends, you have heard the favorable horoscopes of the Class of Forty Five. Rejoice with us over the future, Where ' er we may go Be it near or far, We ' ll hitch our wagon To a star. -3Q- CUflSS WS££ Be it remembered that we, the Class of ’45 of Major Edwards High Sohool, in the County of Worcester and the State of Mass- achusetteSy being in one mind and seventeen bodies and in perfect health and memory, do mahe and ordain this our last Will and Test- ament . ikm To the school we bequeath and give a new scale to be put in the Medical Room so that there won’t be any crabbing to the effecii that the scale does not tell the truth. We also leave forty clean desks and an imm.aculate room situated on the second floor, in the northwestern corner of the school, to the class worthy to take possession. item To the teachers we leave a new set of Iron Herves as we know that we Seniors have worn their original ones out. We also wish them the best of luck and hope that they will never have to stand another class like ours. ikm To H(Ir, Chaffee, who entered Major Edwards with us, we express our sincere appreciation for all he has done to keep us on the road to success. it£tTll j To Archie Stewart we give a new type of fluid developed in the laboratory--H O plus elbow grease (patent pend- ing) --to remove all the ugly little black streaks found wherever our dainty little feet have trod, Lt€.fTl J To the present 7th grade we give the pleasure of return- ing to the grammar school with their juvenile games-- hopscotch, jump rope, t ag and dodge-em, ite.m i To the incoming Freshman we should like to leave our Dignity, Studiousness, and Class-Spirit, but we haven’t any to spare. itCni VH To the present Freshman we leave our ability to mind our own affairs in study hall and also our pencil stubs and scarred rulers, as they never seem to have any equipment for work. To the present Sophomores we leave our talent for writ- ing themes and memorizing poems so that by the time they get to be Seniors they will have had enough practice to enable them to get A’s as we do, ikrYl IX. To the present Juniors we bequeath our ability to win in every competition including the contest for the banner of Freedom, as the banner has been in Room 4 practically the whole year. The Senior boys will their talent in all sports to the boys of the Junior Class. it rri X Buddy Belles gives his liveliness to Joe Curtin. We all hope you, use it to good advantage, Joe, as the Jun- - 40 - iors need someone to put a little life into their class. Buddy also wills $.40 to Kenneth V aters so that he will be able to buy the V eekly News Review from Mr. Namen, Now you have no excuse, Kenny, for not being able to discuss current events. Buddy, with much sadness, wills his loud and gorgeous laugh to any Junior who wants it. Here’s hoping that it may cheer up the next year’s Sen- iors in United States History. He also wills his for- mula for making up alibies on the spur of a moment to Harold Gordon. V ith this formula, Harold, you won’t have to worry about P.M. sessions with Mr. Namen, ifp yi y Rita Molinari leaves her ability to chew gum in rhythm to Ruth Goodale. Maybe if you accept this, Ruth, Mr, Chaffee won’t catch you chevjing gum again. Or was it candy you were chewing? ”Vic” Novia wills his love Tor sports and his recipe for ' developing a manly frame to Bobby Lyon. With these two gifts perhaps you’ll be able to get a girl, Bobby, Vic also leaves his catching ability to Kenny Waters. You didn’t do so bad at the Sutton game, Kenny, but you could stand some improvement, Vic hates to do it, but he has made up his mind to cart with his finesse as a ’’lady-killer” and bestow it on Ray Bancroft, Ray always was a ’’killer-diller” but wait until next year. AY AY AY AYE I’. Margie Hubbell vjills her talent for charming out-of-town fellows, even those from places as far away as Cheshire, Connecticut, to Mary Giobellina. She also leaves her ability to miss trains to Lizzy Buck, As long as it isn’t Timo that misses the train, it’s all right. What about it, Lizzy? Margie also v;ills her ’’Moose Call” to Betty Smith as she knows Betty will know how to use it. Gib” Stewart wills his nice, smooth skin to Bob Klar, With this gift. Bob, you won’t have to shave but once a week. Or do you shave that often at the present time? Gib also leaves his ability to keep his hair back from his eyes to ’’Jimmy” Geneva. If you accept this gift, Jimmy, maybe wo will be able to see both of your eyes He also leaves his membership in the 4-eyed goon club to Pauline Comfort, if 77 X.( ' Louise Potvin leaves her nice, long fingernails to Joan Orciani. With these long nails Joan, bright red polish viill look swell. Louise also leaves her dignity to Mary Natola and her enormous wardrobe to all the girls. Con- sequently, there shouldn ' t be such a commotion in the Girls’ Room and wails of ”I didn’t know what to wear to- day” or I don ' t know what to wear tomorrow.” j l Bob Bonci leaves his ability to drive to either David Cheever or Harold Gordon. With this gift they won’t have to walk over to Emile’s all the time. Bob also leaves his ability to be true to just one girl to Don Bond. Maybe a certain Freshman girl won’t have to worry if you take it, Don. Bob also leaves his car to Lucille Carlisle so she won’t have to take a taxicab home . Ayers wills some of her many boy friends to nifty Evie Prinsen. She also leaves her friendliness to Char- lotte Reed so that loan won’t be lost next year. Ruth leaves her love for the Marines to Mery Robert!.. How- ever, Mary may have enough already. She also bequeaths her ability to run the machines in the Commercial Room to Mary Robert!. Ruth wishes Mary all the luck in mak- ing things come out rip“ht the first time or else. Christenson leaves his ability to do all types of Math to Edgar Whitcomb , Is it true that vou need this gift, Edgar? Don also wills his ability for making clever side remarks to Harold Gordon. If you use it the right way,, Harold, you’ll never lose an argument, Marcia Pfau leaves her height to Peggy Teachout. You’re always complaining because the fellows aren’t tall enough. Peg, but with Marcia’s height you’re sure to find a man the right size. Marcia also w ' ills her abil- ity to play guard in basketball to her sister Myra. V e know you can play a good game now, Myra, but Bird almost showed you up at the Benefit Game. How about it? Marcia wills the book which contains the secret of her -success in school for four years to George Novia% V ell, George , looks like a good future for you. X.X.V)by1 V yman v ;ills his ability as a dare devil driver and a burner-upper of the roads to Mary Giobellina ,with the hope that Mary will take courage and move along a little faster than ten miles per hour. He also leaves his ability to argue, but never to win to Mickey Mercuric, and his propensity for tensing the opposite sex to Bobby Tashjian. Maybe you will hear more from Bobby now, ' girls. J J Iosephine Renzoni bequeaths to Pena her love of the front seat in U. S. History. She also leaves her abil- ity to holler, ”I didn’t do my history assignment” to Milly Allen. V ell , Hilly, you had better say good-bye to those ”A’s”,- To Milly Allen , Josephine also wills her love for a certain sailor. The only catch to it is that Milly loves him already. Jella leaves her pleasing per- sonality to Dot Simpson. Y ith this you are sure to have hundreds of friends, Dot.- i y”Muf f ” Goodale leaves her ability for thinking up nick- names to Pauline Comfort. She also leaves her technique for making humorous remarks to Ruth Goodale to use, - 42 - mostly in Secretarial Practice Class.. Eddie Tashjian leaves his quiet manners to Michael Solitro. Perhaps the Freshman room won t be so noisy if Michael accepts this gift. iY j Edith Bacchiocchi (talking and laughing Bacchiocchi) leaves her triumphant grin which she wears faithfully whenever she gets the right ansvjer to anything, to Elizabeth Buck. Of course she very seldom wears it, but : L ’. Lt€n7)00 Hilly Shaw bequeaths part of the numerous bows and flowers which she v ears in her pretty golden locks to Myra Pfau, the honey blonde of the Junior Class. Esther Dellasanta wills her accuracy in Bookkeeping and her speed in taking shorthand to the industrious Com- mercial students. With Esther’s Bookkeeping workbook they are all set to receive ”A’s.” We do nominate and appoint as Executor and Executrix of this V ill and Testament Mr. Chaffee and Mrs. Severance understanding and encouraging friends of the Class of 1945. In testimony wtore- of, we have, to this our Last Will and Testament subscribed our name, this twentieth day of June, in the year of our Lord, one thousand nine hundred and forty five. C-laii oj lQ45 teitatond -43 U €£COM£ OOO SUSS This evening you are gathered to view a great mile stone in the lives of this group of young people. True, we are only a small percentage of the many thousands graduating in this country this year, but it is still an important occasion to us. For twelve years we have awaited this moment. We may breathe a sigh of relief at the thoughts of no further homework assignments and examinations for awhile. That which we have achieved is worthy of some merit as is proven by the fact that vie are receiving our diplomas, Ihe close relationship we have had with one mother will terminate tonight. The future x rith its broad path of opportunity lies before us. Some of us will continue with more training and others will find a place for them- selves in the busy wheels of Industry, Some members of the class v ho have entered the service of our country cannot choose their future until this long and difficult struggle of warfare is over, May this day of opportunity come soon to them also. It is my privilege as the representative of the Senior Class of Major Edwards High School to cordially welcome you to these commencement exercises. We c?.re glcad that you have come to witness the recognition given us upon the completion of a high school education. Pleasant memories of these high school days wlIL forever be a source of inspiration and happiness to us. Fate may carry us far from West Boylston, but we shall al- ways be grateful to this community for the opportunities of acquiring a liberal education. - 44 - Kfi ?I J rj iOWA 07 Tiie American youth of today are playing an immense part in the affairs of the world. Frequently you hear someone remark — “What is this younger generation coming to. Together with their sloppy, but comfortable, sweaters, shoes, bow ties, hair ribbons, and baggy pants, American youth really have some ideals, aspirations, and plans which some day they hope to make real. Underneath their Jive talk they have their own thoughts about world peace and post-war problems. Tonight, I represent the average American girl. My name let us say, is Karin Brown, and I live in the suburb of a large city. Everyone in the town is friendly and there is not any sign of racial disturbances. The high school which I, attend is located in a good building in the center of tov;n. Our education is well balanced and we learn something essential to the future. The opportunities are great in our high school. We have an equal chance to make as high a record as we care to, to better ourselves as much as we can, and in that way prepare ourselves for the world, and for doing our part in making the iv ' orld a better place in which to live. We know that we are very lucky to be able to attend such a school when we consider what students of other countries are experiencing and what they have had to sacrifice in the way of education. Social life in America is one of great variety. Americans are unusually healthy beings and one reason for this, I think, is the enormous amount of outdoor life they are able to enjoy. A great many communities have constructed recreation centers for their young people. Such a place as a community center offers dancing, games , singing, and to satisfy their thirst, a coke, or some- thing similar. This offers a friendliness among boys and girls that should exist. Every American youth has a definite aim or purpose in life, whether in the way of a career or in the way of Just a happy and full life. Religion has always been foremost in my mind when I have been in a serious mood. It plays a very important part in the minds of most people. It seems to bring forth the good in people. It also brings forth a sustaining faith which everyone needs to be a good American. Every American youth looks towards a world in which one is secure;— secure in every sense. American youth wants International Justice and lasting peace — peace which means thorough happiness and a smile on everyone ' s face. The present war shows what the boya .and girls of America think of their country. They are willing to - 45 - leave home, and some of them have even sacrificed their lives, because of their deep and lasting love for the country for which they are fighting — America. Oh gallantly they fared forth, in khaki and in blue, Americans crusading host of warriors bold and true. They battled for the rights of man beside our brave allies And now they’re coming home to us with glory in their eyes. Oh, it s home again, and home again, America for me! Our hearts are turning home again, and there we long to be In our beautiful big country beyond the ocean bars Where the air is full of sunlight and the flag is full of stars. Our boys have seen the Old World as none have seen before They know the grisly horror of the German gods of war The noble faith of Eritlan and the hero of France; The soul of Belgium’s fortitude and Italy’s romance. Now it’s home again, and home again, our hearts are turning west; Of all the lan ds beneath the sun, America is best. We ' re going home to our own folks beyond the ocean bars Where the air is full of sunlight and the flag is full of stars. - 46 - cfT mssm At this time, in our relatione, Russia and 1h8 United States should understand and respect the ideals and beliefs that each has. Cheap politicians have tried and will try to make bitter enemies of us. The only thing that can stop this is a better understanding not of the intricate wheels of the government machines, but of what the rank and flic do and think. So let me introduce myself as one of Russia’s great rank and file. I am Iferie Ivanov. I live in Leningrad with my parents and two brothers .Father is a oroduction expert ;Einile, my older brother, Is a pilot In the Russian Air Force; and my younger brother, Fedosey, is still in school. Practically all of Leningrad is in ruins now due to the bombing and shelling. Our house isn’t much of a house any more vrlth only the kitchen and two bed- rooms left, but still it’s as good as any around us. In fact, we’ve been luckier than most. If war hadn’t come I would be getting ready to enta ' the University of Moscow this fall as a major in Chemis- try. But, as it is, I left school during my last year to take Emile’s place as a machinist in a munitions factory when he Joined the air force.lt was very diffi- cult at first but now I’ve gotten used to it and it’s kind of fun. My case is only one of thousands. Women all over the country have taken over the Jobs of their husbands and trothere to fir’ee them for active duty at the front. Even before the war women held key positions in industry and in government , but now there are so many of us that it’s unusual to see many men together at one time working in factories or on railroads or farms ex- cept of course, those that are absolutely essential. Even the small children help all they can. Fedosey, who is only ten,v;orks for three hours every night after school helping to assemble cartridge shells on machine gun belts. Every school offers this opportunity to do its share. Service awards and medals keep enthusiasm and production high, Ve in Russia believe that the future of our country lies in its youth. For this reason we are given the best education possible. The schools are all under the direction of the government making it possible for every part of the country, however rich or poor, to have the same educational advantages. Practically the same studies are offered to us as to American boys and girls, but technical skills are combined with cultural ones. Besides literature, history, science, languages, and raalh we learn skills such as those of mechanics, domestic science and agriculture . It ’ s more like one of your high schools combined with a trade school. - 47 - Probably’ the greatest difference between our coun- tries is found in the government. But communism is not entirely bad as some people seem to think. It ' s doubt- ful if Russia could have • withstood Germany as well as de did without one grop of people to make the decision, Differol; parties would have been so busy fighting among themselves that the war would have gotten only second best. The collective farms of Russia not only give employment to millions but provided the country with what is needed at a certain time. Government owner- ship of factories ad .mines has prevented strikes and a decrease in production. This has been proved in America when the armi’’ in the name of the government stepped in to settle labor disputes. You on your side of the Atlantic for all the men and materials that you have sent abroad don ' t actually have very much of an idea of what it is like to have uar raging right in your own country. We have worked, v orked, worked all of the time — we in the factories as well as those at the front. There has hardly ever been any time for fun. Half of the time we haven ' t known what was happening outside of our own immediate district or whether we were winning or losing. From now on, of course it will be different. With the Germans out of the way wo can look forward to rebuilding our country. This will be the second time in fifty years that Russia has been completely modernized. This time we hope to do an oven better Job of putting Russia near the top as a modern leading nation We look to you, America, for help to get us on our feet again. It is true that our factories and mines are producing almost all we need at present but we are all getting along lth the barest necessities of life, as we have put all we have into the war effort. We need your machines and your help to rebuild our homes and f,uture lives. It ' s up to you to help us. -48 il(2M ?i 9 AJUltS O ' T lAJ(:j£f)A i £ ”0h to be in England Nov that April’s there, And whoever v akes in England Sees, sor.e norning, -unaware. That the lowest boughs and the brushwood sheaf Round the elra-tree bole are in tiny leaf, V hile the chaffinch sings on the orchard bough In England--nowl How well Browning described the exact metamorphosis that occurs each Spring in our beautiful countryside, I know thoroughly each line in this selection as I have observed the changes a few months prior to this time To ms England is tl-emost beautiful country in the v orld, I suppose any patriot believes! his country the best, I am not very v ell acquainted with our tv o most amiable neighbors, Russia and the United States of America Perhaps if I were, I would learn many cf their fine points and aspects. The best way to learn about a country or a place is to talk with someoi-B who cornea f ran that particular place, I am English, Tonight I v ish to tell you the story of England, not an account of the government or co ontry, but an account of the people, I consider myself typical of English youth and hence I v;ant to give a world picture of m.y life, habits, and some of my innermost thoughts and beliefs, My name is Richard Niles. Not so very different from other names, is it? I am sixteen years of age and I live with my parents at Chiddingstone in Kent, Chiddingstone is a thriving rural tov n v ith a few industries. Hov ever it is mainly residential. Our home is a nine room house constructed of white-washed brick with a red tile roof V hen I was a small child I con- sidered our home the nicest house in tov n because of its very bright roof, I have one brother who is twenty- two years old. His name is Jock and he is in the R,A.P, Kis record shov s forty-five missions over the former Reich. Sister is nineteen and is in training at one of the largo hospitals in London. Father maintains a very bugy chemist ’ s shop, andmother is just a wife and mother I attend school at Harrow, It is a boarding school and therefore I only go home for the holidays. It is a fine school and has many famous graduates andtraditions One of these graduates is Mr. Churchill. Our pride is boundless because of this fact. My standing is the Sixth Form, This means I am in my last year of study - 49 - under the category of lower education. Upon graduation if I don’t enter the service of my country ardmy school grades are satisfactory, I shall enroll at Oxford. Since the war anabundance of recreations! facilities has been a thing of the past. Our social life has been very limited, and public gatherings and parties were ruled out to a great extent, Vi e find enjoyment in the cinema with its programs of the best of American and British films . Occasionally at school v e have haddances, and we hope to make these affairs a habit now that V-E day has passed However v e are still fully av are that V-J day is yet to come, and we must still curtail things to a certain degree until final victory arrives. Until recently my spare time has been taken up v ith war workunder the Cadet Oorpsplan. In all ways possible v e have done things to aid the war effort At homo in Chiddinstone, v e have endured the strict rationing of clothes and food, but v e have not felt the real horrors of v ar, Many of our friends have lost children or relatives and others their homes and possessions. A few buildings at Harrow have been demolished by bombs or robot planes, but everyone pitched in and as soon as the debris was cleaned up, classes v ere resumed on normal schedule . The month of July will viev a gala affair in the lives of the British people. During that month the first national election within a period of ten years will be held, Mr. Churchill has done a fine piece of v ork. Perhaps he will have the opportunity to do even more .Only time will toll. If I wore to take a definite stand on the political question, I would be presenting a personal picture and not one of the entire English youth. Therefore I shall terminate discussion on this topic . Although we are a small nation, our colonies and possessions extend throughout the world. Communication and travel facilities have made this world very small today. Tho people from the United States and the Russians are more real to us than ever before in the annals of history We must learn to know these neighbors better, When we accomplish this objective, we wiH have taken a groat stop towards establishing international peace and cooperation. V orld peace, everyone knov s, must be maintained, V e English can do our part by becoming better acquainted with the different peoples of the world. Better understandings and settlements will undoubtedly be derived by these measures. - 50 - Have I helped in anyv ay? You know me better than before I began speaking. I have informed you regarding my friends, myself, and my country. Do you understand us better? Words are inadequate in expressing my true feelings. In conclusion therefore I am extendirga cordi l invitation in behalf of my country and people to visit us, Comei SeeJ And learn even more about our homes, our people, and our country. - 5 - nnunnrrnnnnn Mr. Namen, Director Louise Potvln • • William Merritt • Martha Goodale. • Gilbert Stewart • Paul Belles • • • Ruth Ayres. • • • Josephine Renzoni Marjorie Hubbell, Marcia Pfau • • • Lou 1 s e Jimmy Miss Watkins Droopy Prof. Frazier Florence Katherine Harriet Doris 55 - CjlftSS President Vice President Secretary- Treasurer Class Motto Class Colors Class Flower Class Advisor Ruth Ayers Edith Bacchiocchi Paul Belles Robert Bond Donald Christenson Esther Dellasanta Martha Goodale Marjorie Hubbell David CfJ - 5 Gilbert Stewart Edith Bacchiocchi Josephine Renzoni Louise Potvin Brighter from Obscurity- Light Blue and Silver White Rose Mrs . Maude Severance Rita Molinari Victor Novia Marcia Pfau Louise Potvin Josephine Renzoni Mildred Shaw Gilbert Stewart Edward Tashjian Wyman - 56 — 07 76 President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Class Motto Class Colors Class Flower Class Advisor Mildred Allen Elizabeth Buck David Cheever Pauline Comfort Joseph Curtin Mary Giobellina Ruth Goodale Harold Gordon Robert Klar David Cheever Mary Giobellina Mildred Allen Margaret Teachout By Work We V� ' in Crimson and White Red Rose Miss Jennings Robert Lyon Joan Orcianl Myra Pfau Evelyn Prinsen Mary Robert! Elizabeth Smith Margaret Teachout Kenneth Waters Edgar Whitcomb 57 - ClfiSS President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Class i ' otto Class Colors Class Flower Class Advisor • 7 Donald Bond Josephine Bacchiocchi Jeanne Derrah Robert Tashjian and B y s Maroon and White Carnation Miss Maquire Mary Anthony Lois Arnold Josephine Bacchiocchi Raymond Bancroft John Boghoian Donald Bond Janet Brackett Lucille Carlisle Nancy Comfort Jeanne Derrah Doris Geneva James Geneva Dwight Goodale Roger Groover Carol Hov;e Sally Johnston Norma Lancey Ann Lovell Michael Mer curio Mary Natola Dorothy Pedini Bradford Rayworth Charlotte Reed Dorothy Simpson Evelyn Thomas Robert Tashjian - 5 ( 5 - cmss cn - 2 8 President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Class Advisor Bernard Belles Lois Chapman Paul Comfort Eva Di Pietro Allen Doe Wayne Downer Antoinette Flarainlo Jean Garslde John Genelll George Grasseler- Merlin Howard Barbara Keith Raymond Lyon Robert Swenson Ruth Kudlrka Barbara Keith Raymond Lyon I r • Namen Ruth Kudlrka Peter Lescord John Lovell George Kovla Edwin Nowak William Oser Edythe Pet ter son Elizabeth Pucclttl Albert Russo Carmen Salluce Michael Solitro Robert Swenson Merrlbee Warner -59 OT President Vice President Secretary Treasurer William Teachout Howard Johnston Jeannette Deachenes Mildred Pallavolllta Class Motto Class Colors Class Flower Our Aim- -Sue cess Blue and Gold Rose Class Advisor Miss Paul Albert Anthony Richard Bond Robert Derr ah Jeannette Deschenes Mildred Pallavolllta Arthur Fancy Albert Gambaccinl Thomas Gardner Ruth Graham Winifred Hubbard Pearl Jewett Howard Johnston Emma Lescord Richard Novla Ann Pendleton Bruce Phelps Joseph Renzonl Joan Rindflelsch Arthur Romkey Margaret Russo William Teachout Raymond Tenken Alden Downer Patricia Carlisle -60 Cff ‘ ' so Class Advisor Mr. Fletcher Ronald Abrahamson Dorothy Anderson Vincent Beshla Barry Blake Rose Boghoian Martha Bond Richard Boynton Anita Brinck Dexter Burlingame Richard Burke John Chaffee Paul Clayton Norman Crane Annie Dellasanta Valerie Erickson Evelyn Ferrandino James Flagg Norman Gallagher Robert Gambaccini Marjorie Hall George Haller Warren Harthan Lawrence Heinold John Ivashek Norma Keith Marilyn Lancey Enrico Latuga Nan Leonardl Bruce Lindberg Warren Lindquist Ruth Meola John Natola Beverly Parker Janice Phelps Phyllis Pyne Audrey Rayworth Shirley Richards John Rotti Eleanor Sharpe Peter Smith Dorothy Sufflll —( 5 - cmoji comcM President Vice President Secretary Donald Christenson Donald Bond Marcia Pfau Donald Christenson Marcia Pfau Harold Gordon Elizabeth Buck Donald Bond Jeanne Derrah Albert Russo Antlonette Flaminio Arthur Fancy Martha Bond -d2- Last September since more than half of the students now in Major Edwards were here for the first time, it seemed advisable to distribute among the students copies of the Council Constitution together with the rules and regulations so that the new comers would become more familiar with the running of our school. This constituted our first project of major importance. The Job cf bringing the School Honor Roll up to date after the lapse of several months of vacation was taken out of the hands of the Class Presidents to whom it had been origin- ally given, and turned over to a special committee for completion. At this time the number on the service flag was changed and rehung in the Auditorium. The council made an attempt to break up the monotony of studying by sponsoring a series of dances Just before Christmas vaca- tion. These were a great financial success and helped to expand our treasury. Just about the time of the first basket- ball game, the school was flooded with blue and white pencils decorated with the basket- ball schedule. The last of February found us in con- ference with the Faculty down in Room 1. At this time we tried to iron out difficulties between the students and teachers. Our last act has been to act as guides at the Exhibition held in April, -63 Our season this year proved very exciting under the capable direction of our coach James A. Jeffrey. The team made a creditable showing. The total number of games v on was ten and the number lost was six. Co-captains Bcb Bonci and Vic Ko via directed their team through a good many close games. Bob Bonci was not able to play his usual forward position, but ably took over right guard and achieved nearly as many points as v hen he played his previous position at forward. Members of the first team were: Vic No via Ray Bancroft Bill Toachout Paul Belles Don Christenson Bob Bonci Center Right Forward Loft Forward Left Guard Left Guard Right Guard 1944-1945 Schedule Opponent Where Played Home Team Opponent Brookfield Brookfield -:: 44 25 Brookfield Home :c 24 15 Rutland Rutland •; 5l 27 Rutland Home •::-60 10 Northboro Northboro -x-33 32 Northboro Horae 16 33 Oxford Oxford 19 Oxford Homo •::-41 20 No. Brookfield No. Brookfield 25 49 No, Brookfield Home 23 30 Leicester Leicester 29 33 Loice ster Home � 26 21 Charlton Charlton 36 38 Charlton Home -:;-41 39 Oxford At Clark Tournament 26 Townsend At Clark Tournament 28 45 indicates victory for Edwards - 6 - Co-captalns Manager First Team kay Bancroft Bill Teachout Vic Wovla Paul Belles Bob Bond Don Christenson Bob Bond Vic ITovla Gib Stewart Second Team Don teoncl Dwight Goodale Bill Oser Wayne Dovmer John Genelli - 65 - Captain Doris Geneva Co-managers Louise Potvin Marcia Pfau First Team Second Team Martha Goodale Marjorie Hubbell Rita Molinari Peggy Teachout Myra Pfau Doris Geneva Edith Bacchiocchi Dorothy Simpson Mildred Allen Josephine Bacchiocchi Dorothy Pedini Antbinette Plaminio Jean Garside Barbara Keith 1 f —66 The first of January the girls basketball started off with a bang with Mr, Chaffee as coach. Because of transportation difficulties the season was limited to ten games. However, it turned out to be a very successful one as, out of the ten games played, we lost three and won seven. The games were played as follows: MEHS OPP, Northboro Jan, 3, 1945 20 22 ♦Brookfield Jan, 5, 1945 34 13 ♦North Brookfield Jan, 9, 1945 36 19 Shrewsbury Jan, 23, 1945 37 43 ♦Northbridge Jan. 31, 1945 43 27 ♦North Brookfield Feb. 2, 1945 30 25 ♦Shrewsb ury Feb, 13, 1945 30 26 ♦Brookfield Feb, 16, 1945 36 21 Northboro Mar, 6, 1945 18 36 ♦Northbridge Mar, 9, 1945 31 17 ♦games won As we lost our first game with Northboro on Jan. 3, we were all determined to win the return game Mar. 6, as their team has been undefeated for two years. However, that night the team dldn t seem to “click ' , and without practice for two weeks before the game— oh well, the score speaks for Itself. One cf the most Interesting games played was that of the Sen- ior girls vs. the Junior girls, Thi Juniors were sure they were going to win and said so. Although both teams fought hard, the Seniors came out on top with the score of 39 to 25, The season ended with this game which was played for the benefit cf the News- letter Fund , The boys played Norton CTompany the same night. This season owes i|s success to Mr. Chaffee s coaching, which was particularly needed at some practices when we were especially silly, and to the teamwork of the players. We all-came through in one piece, despite many bruises and twisted ankles. The season closed with honors going to Martha G-oodale for always being in the most convenient spot when she was especially needed and for her long shots; to Peggy Teachout whose height was very helpful and who was high scorer with 110 points; to Marjorie Hubbell for her trick foot signals Just before the center throw- in and who was second high scorer with 109 points; to Doris Geneva for being such a good captain and guard; to Myra Pfau for her. long passes to the’’ ' forwards; to Rita Mollnarl for sticking to her for- ward and not letting her score for the opposing team; to Edith Bacchlocchl, Dorothy Simpson, Josephine Bacchlocchl, Milly Allen, Flip Flaminio, Dorothy. Pedini,. Jean Oarelde, and Barbara Keith for being such swell and dependable subs. Fourcf our team a players Martha Goodale, Marjorie Hubbell, Edith Bacchlocchl, and Rita Mollnarl are graduating this year, besides the co-managers, Marcia Pi ' au d Louise Potvln, -6 7 - This year, as the previous two years, we have had a physical education program under the direction of Red” Bunker, The classes meet three times a week and the body -building exercises are strenuous, but beneficial. The calisthentics Include push ups , sit ups tum- bling , Indian clubs , and many other perf orraancea. Whenever the weather permits, the classes are held out- doors, Softball, volley ball, and track are the out- door activities. By the muscular strength some of the fellows have attained, the program has proved its worth. Now the male sex at Edwards High consists of a mass of muscle and brawn, Mr, Bunker is a very able instructor. The school is indeed fortunate in having him on the teaching staff The baseball season this year was seriously hampep- ed by the rainy weather. However, coach Jim Jeffrey brought the boys through a difficult season with cred- itable results. The members of the team were Bob Bond, Don Bond , Richard Bond, Vic Novia, Richard Novia, Paul Belles, Ray Bancroft, Billy Teachout, Jim Geneva, John Genelli, Dv;ight Goodale, Don Christenson, and Kenneth Waters. Ten games were scheduled including the following schools: Sutton, Rutland, North Brookfield, Northboro, Auburn and Shrewsbury. The highlight of the season was a trip to Fenway Park with Coach Jeffrey, The team watched the Boston Red Sox play the Detroit Tigers. Most of the fellows were glad the Boston team won. This trip officially ended the season. -( 58 - This year as last, the assembly committee decided that each class should put on an assembly program. This year,however ,the fourth and eighth grades were incluchrd, The seventh grade had the pleasure of nutting on their program first, a Truth and Consequences Show. As we came down to the assembly hall, numbers were given out. During the show those whose numbers were called went up to the stage and had to answer questions. One boy had to empty his pockets for his consequence. This was a seventh grader v ho had potato chips and lollipops in his pockets. A prize was given to Dickie Boynton who gave the best consequence by singing a solo. The Freshmen Cbss was next and they put on a short skit about the difficulties of rehearsing a play. Most of the class took part. It was very humorous and kept the audience in stitches. Following the Freshmen were the Seniors, who had difficulties (as usual )because three in the cast of six were absent because of sickness. However, with the help of Hickey Mercuric, a sophomore, and two other seniors, the play entitled The Efficiency Expert ended better than v e had hoped. Next came tte eighth grade v. ith a variety show con- sisting of acrobatics by the eighth grade boys, several musical selections by the girls and a solo by Billy Teachout . A short skit entitled Enter The Queen v as also presented. The Sophomores presented a very entertaining show v;ith members of the class imitating famous personalitlas. As we entered the auditorium clips of paper were given us and on these we v;rote dox:n the name of the person v;hom we thought the Sophomores v;ere imitating. A box of candy v;as presented to the high scorer in each class. Last but not least the Juniors presented a pantomime of Cinderella written by Peggy Teachout and narrated by Mary Roberti. The costumes v ere very good and they oven had a real pony to pull Cinderella ' s carriage. The Freshmen won the contest and the prizc-a banner of their class colors x ith the numerals ' 48 printed on it. guA DCy? 3to c oss Although we have always been enrolled in the Junior Red Cross, we have not been very active until this year. Work began in September One hundred and fifty place cards and favors were made for the soldiers at Devens. Over five hun- dred magazines and comio books were collected, also an enormous amount of records, cold cream Jars, stockings, games, Jig saw puzzles, and many more useful articles for our boys in the servi®, for our hospitals, and for children both here and abroad. We sent Harold Gordon and Joe Curtin to represent our school at the Junior Red Cross Council at Worcester, They brought back many ideas to further our work and also thanks and praise for what we have done. Miss Maguire, our advisor, has proved herself more than capable of meeting any emergency rush orders. Her room has been the col- lection depot for all the school system; here may be seen articles of every sort waiting to be ' sent out. Thanks also goes to Mr, Peltier, our superintendent, who has helped us out of many a tight spot by delivering the boxes to Devens and to Worcester, The Young Rcple at the Congregational Church, under the super- vision of Rev, Rust, have helped by making and painting checker- boards. The carl Scouts have been most co-operative contributing scrap- books, and stuffed animals. They tell us that before school is over an afghan will be complete. Our school is represented in the Junior Red Cross Hospital Service at St.Vincent‘s Hospital, by girls of the Junior and Senior classes. Here they offer three hours of their service every week so they may release nurses for more valuable service. The Sopho- mores, not being old enough for the Hospital Service,, have been helping in every way possible at City Hospital under the direction of Miss Galipcau, Our other classes have also done their share by contributing boxes of food for the wards at Devens, making stuffed animals, and stocking dolls, writing to soldiers, and doing many other things. The Junior Red Cross has done a grand Job this year but its future will bo ever greater. - 70 - I r ( EaEa:i)D Dc u D5 9 GIG35U5°I1D:5S MUNICIPAL LIGHT DEPARTMENT IVEST BOYLSTON. MASS W F. 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