Maynard High School - Screech Owl Yearbook (Maynard, MA)

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THE SCREECH OWL 13 FAREWELL MAYNARD HIGH The days have been long and happy That we spent in Maynard High Though graduation is here at last We are sad in saying “GoodBye.” But before we go let us pause awhile And think of the days gone by, Of the books we read, and the poems we said In dear old Maynard High. Here with our many classmates The time too quickly has sped And here our happy school days Like passing dreams have fled. Our teachers have all been patient And willing to help us to learn To them we give our heartfelt thanks That they all so deservingly earn. We must not forget our principal And you all must surely agree He was always willing to help us Whatever our troubles might be. We leave you now dear Maynard High Thy memory in our hearts will dwell We leave you Alma Mater fair. With a last and sad “farewell.’’ — Katherine Ann Sheridan 1938

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12 THE SCREECH OWL STUDENT’S PRAYER I pray that I shall never know An alert Prof, like Mister 0. ; A man whose heedful ears are bent Toward the whispered answers sent, A man who at all pupils spies From the corners of his eyes, A man who makes all do their work And will not let a body shirk. Upon whose desk there lies a rod Whose purpose is not just to fraud. This prayer I know’s an old refrain And is, of course, quite, quite in vain. — Sylvia Glickman. INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT INTERESTING PEOPLE Today, contrary to the belief of many people, the Indians no longer ride on galloping steeds in full war regalia emitting lusty war cries from their bronze throats. Instead they live on Indian Reservations, earn their living, and have equal rights with the white-man. Called the “children of nature,” the Indians accepted peacefully the first white settlers. Not until the white- men began breaking treaties and rob- bing the Indians did they plan their savage revenge. Some tribes were warlike ; some trustworthy and peaceful ; others existed by farming and hunting. Indians are renowned for decorat- ing pottery, weaving baskets, and making jewelry. Today Indian chil- dren may be seen on the dusty roads of the West selling handmade charms to bring good luck to the ever-curious tourists. This is done to teach the children to speak better English — besides being a manner in which to earn some mone . In many of the States today are Indian Trading Posts where handmade blankets, jackets, jewelry, and curios may be purchased. In the olden days the Indians had such ceremonies as worshipping the Sun, Rain, and Lightning. They dressed themselves in gaudily deco- rated clothing and would hold festi- vals for gods for as many as three or four days. It is no wonder the Indians were called the most picturesque of the primitive races. Today, although they have become accustomed to the white-man’s way of doing things and his laws, they still hold three or four festivals a year. It is known for a fact that the white-men used their imaginations to such an extent that they created the well-known “Great Spirit” and “Hap- py Hunting Grounds” of the Indians. It is also known that the war cry of the Indians did not originate until the English and the French settled in America. In 1786 the government began to set aside land for the Indians so that they could live together — this land is called Reservations. The government established a Department of Educa- tion for the Indians. Many of them have gone to college and have become doctors and teachers to aid their fel- lowmen in attaining the best of the white-man’s qualities. For one hundred years the popula- tion of the Indians has been rapidly decreasing because they caught all the white-man’s diseases, but lately it has been increasing as they have been adapting themselves to a civilized life. — Dorothy Hansen.

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CLASS OF Olavi Alatalo — “Still waters run deep.” President (1), Student Council (1) (2) (4), Ring Committee (3), Dance Committe e (4), Track (1) (2) (3) (4). This good-looking chap is one of the most influential and best- liked in our class. May his road to success be number six — and not patrolled. Walter Allan — “Tea for two.” Senior Private Dance Committee (4). “Babe” has just got a position in an “A P” and we hear that he aspires to become a store manager. Good luck, to you, “Babe.” John Arcisz — “His armor was a smile.” Art Program (4), Boys’ Chorus (4), Senior Private Dance Com- mittee (4). John’s engaging smile has made him most popular. His interests are centered on the stage. We are glad to hear that he is inter- ested in the finer arts. Regina Ayotte — “It is the wise man who uses his abili- ties.” Thanksgiving Social (4). We all know of Regina’s remarkable achievement in completing her high school education in three years. Her unusual ability to- gether with her pleasing personality should make her the ideal secretary. Albert Bachrach — “Don’t count your chickens before they are hatched.” Class Treasurer (1) (2), Class President (3) (4), “What An Act” (1), Student Council (3) (4), “Screech Owl” (2) (3) (4), Editor (4), Glee Club (4), All Committees (1) (2), Chairman of All Committees (3) (4), “Screech Owl Dance” Committee (4). Bachy’s record shows that he has had a great high school career. Between his high school duties and his hens he is a very busy man.