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

Text from Pages 1 - 48 of the 1941 volume:

THE SCREECH OWL WE CHALLENGE “Co-operation is a challenge to the existing economic order. As Co-operators, we challenge its basis, self-interest; we challenge its incentive, the making of profit ; we challenge its method, competition ; and deprecate its results, wealth for the few and poverty for the many . We challenge it because we believe it starves both body and spirit. To self-interest, we propose the common good ; to the profit motive, the motive of service; to competition, working together , “each for all and all for each”, and instead of wealth for the few and poverty for the many, we propose the ideal of Co-operation, with neither extreme of wealth nor ex- treme of poverty.” — J. T. Hull United Co-operative Society Maynard, Massachusetts MAYDALE BEVERAGE CO., Inc. 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Maynard Cleaners give you GAY, BRIGHT, 1941 COLORS for your 1940 FROCKS. Choose the color — the one that flatters you most. We ' ll match it. MAYNARD CLEANERS RESPONSIBLE CLEANSERS and DYERS Fire and Theft Insurance Bonded Fur Storage 37 Nason Street Telephone 590 2 THE SCREECH OWL Rear Row : W. Walls, W. Priest, A. Hill, D. Foley, A. Brown. Middle Row: J. King, P. Koch, H. Hill, J. Wojtkiewicz, S. Zaleska, W. Kitowicz. Front Row : J. Davis, M. Flaherty, Miss Bradley, class adviser, W. LeSage, L. Arciszewski, E. Higgins, E. Maskiewicz. TIM IE SCIRIEIECIN 0WIL PUBLISHED THREE TIMES A YEAR BY THE STUDENTS OF MAYNARD HIGH SCHOOL PRICE, 25 CENTS JUNE. 119411 TABLE OF rnMTPMTC Picture — Graduation and Class Night Speakers Editorials Senior Class Roll Superlatives and Favorites Special Senior Features Picture — The Faculty Picture — The Student Council Picture — Screech Owl Staff Picture — Cast and Staff of “The Haunted Hotel” Maynard High School “Hall of Fame” Wise Old Owl Jokes Page Frontispiece 4 6 25 and 26 27 30 31 32 33 34 35 40 SCREECH OWL STAFF Editor Assistant Editor Business Manager Assistant Business Managers Jokes Alumni Art Activities William LeSage Marie Flaherty Eugene Sjoblom f Robert Johnson j Charles Fouratt [ Edward Higgins J Wilbur Walls { Albert Brown June Carbary Jean Davis Leona Arciszewski Exchanges Wise Old Owl Athletics Circulation Staff Photographers Literary Secretarial Staff Senior Write-up Editors. Faculty Adviser Priscilla Marchant Raymond Kane Marion Sheridan l Philip Buscemi Elena Primiano C Gladys Boeske { William Priest J Francis Crowley l Edward Higgins J Francis Crowley ( Wilbur Walls Helen Cuttell Margaret Whalen Jean Lynch J Mary Sharpe Lillian Luosalo Mary Punch 1 Jean Tucker Doris Newman Helen Novick [ Frances D’Agata { Gloria Gerbi Grace Newman Jennie Wojtkiewicz Wanda Shubelka Helen Hill Helen Wasiuk { Wilbur Walls ( Albert Brown William H. Reynolds 4 THE SCREECH OWL As We Depart We were all very eager to go back to school in the fall of 1939, for we were to enter our first year of high school. It was a very impor- tant step for us, and we - — like all Freshmen — tried to look and appear right at home as the Seniors did, but it was rather hard. How could we be dignified and at ease when we were always confronted with this question by the upperclassmen: “Are you in the Freshman Class this year?” Yes, it was difficult for us to forget that we were just green Freshmen — we were reminded of this fact so often. Yet somehow we got over the bumps of that first year and at last the ice was broken. During our sophomore year we all became more con- fident and began to take a hand in things. We were still unimportant to some, but then that didn’t matter because, as far as we were con- cerned, the sophomore class was the only class in the school. Time marched on, and so did we — on to our Junior year. Now we really began to enjoy ourselves. Things moved pretty fast, and before we knew it, the year had ended and also one of our class affairs — the Junior Prom. It was our night to shine, and shine we did — just that. It was one of our biggest nights and will always be one of our brightest memories. Our Senior year was upon us before we really had a chance to realize it. Yes, our last year in school that seemed so far away four years ago. But we didn’t feel any different, although we may have looked so. The months fly by. Near at hand is the time when we are to enjoy our senior activities. This is also the time when we stop to realize that we are leav- ing it all and to begin to look back. And we start to say to ourselves: “Weren’t those Fresh- man days wonderful ? Remember our sopho- more year and then, in our Junior year, the Prom?” We also stop to thank the faculty — especially Miss Bradley, our class adviser — for their many kindnesses. Now is the time when we all look back and see the good times we have had, and we begin to wish they didn’t have to end. We realize the sadness of it all as we depart. Marie Flaherty, ’41 Anchors Aweigh, Kids! Seniors, how I envy you ! Stepping out into the world in these so peaceful times! All you have to do is ease the economic situation, straighten out war debts, fight fifth columnists, and pay for the defense program. May I sug- gest you take up golf in your spare time? This ought not to be difficult for you, dear seniors. For four years you have gaily tripped (over us) your way through high school with a none- too-low opinion of yourselves. With economists, royalists, capitalists, and political leaders in a fog trying to solve these THE SCREECH OWL 5 unsolvable problems, you’re going out now to show them how. Ah, the dauntless spirit of youth ! (Too bad it sets in four years too late.) That’s the way to feel ! Give them the same old fight as you did when the M. H. S. grid team was three touchdowns behind. Yes, I’ve got to admit it. Previous classes have left you a thorny road to travel, but we the class of ’42, want a smooth path (even if you have to leave a steam roller as the class gift). And you, worthy superiors, are the ones that can do it for us ! So launch forth with a grin unfurled and prove what you can do, and in all sincerity we ll really miss you ! Jean Lynch, ’42 To the Seniors Well, Seniors, here we are at last — on the threshold of obtaining one of our many cher- ished goals. You will be graduating from Maynard High, and I shall be receiving my diploma from Lawrence Academy. As I look back upon my two years at Lawrence, just as you are looking back at your years at Maynard, hasn’t time seemed to fly? Isn’t it funny how some of the incidents which occurred stay in your memory? While sitting here writing, I am reminded of a statement that Mr. Gray, our Principal, made to the pupils on our first day at Law- rence. He said, “When you leave Lawrence Academy, you will leave a name behind you. That name will signify something. That is why at the end of the year all I have to say is ‘What’s your name?’ ” You seniors leaving Maynard High are also leaving a name. Your name either calls to mind a hard-working student with good char- acter or the reverse. It may signify a fine athlete or a great scholar. Whatever it is, your name stands for something to your teach- ers, your principal, and also to your classmates. I imagine there will be a great many of you who will go farther in trying to obtain a better education. For those of you who are, remem- ber that nothing worth while has ever been ac- complished through loafing. You’ll be com- peting against some of the best students in the country in obtaining your education ; so work hard. Those of you who do not intend to further your education should remember that if you persevere at your job, no matter what it is, you will come out on top. Well, Seniors, keep up the good work. No matter what you do, or what profession you take up, do it for Maynard High, and I shall be doing the same for Maynard and Lawrence. And may we all leave good names behind us! Edward T. Donahue, ’39 Lawrence Academy, ’41 Are We At Waterloo? The current topic of conversation which is uppermost in the minds of people today is, of course, the World War No. II. The first World War was supposed to be the War to End Wars, but sad to say, this isn’t true, as can be plainly seen. Remember this, though, that no matter what the outcome of this tragedy may be, it is up to our generation to preserve and lift mankind to a proper and decent civilization. So stop in whatever you may be doing, and think of this logically, soundly and basically. Take your time and realize that we all can play a very big part in this great achievement. We must be highly trained in whatever field we choose to follow, for if we must undertake this gigantic feat, we must be fully prepared. Certainly there will be a de- pres sion after the war, but we must strive to overcome the weakness and hunger for food and for power and help in the human cause. It will count immensely if each one of us can pull together and cooperate to overcome this de- pression. That is why I say we must become highly trained in whatever vocation we pick, for if we do, we can beat this monster easily. But it will be pretty tough for a while and it will take lots of hard work. Albert Brown, ’41 6 THE SCREECH OWL SENIOR CLASS ROLL Leona Helen Arciszewski 203 Main Street Tel. No. 613 “To worship the people is to be worshiped . 11 Vice-President of Class (3, 4), President of Junior Women’s Club (4), Dance Committee (1, 2, 3, 4), Junior Prom Committee (3), Junior Ring Committee (3), Reception Committee (4), Screech Owl (2, 3, 4), Cheer Leader (3, 4), Field Hockey (1, 2, 3, 4), Basketball (1, 2, 3, 4), Captain (2), Co-captain (3). Leona, our “Moe,” is short, pretty, blonde, blue-eyed, and intellectual. She has the accomplishment of putting people at their ease as if they were her friends for life — an aptitude found entirely too seldom. Her position as our vice-presi- dent testifies to our gratitude to her enduring charm and gracefulness. Oh, if there were only “Moe” like you! Ruben Aromaa 24 Waltham Street “Each reaps on his own farm . 11 Slender, intellectual, agriculturally minded blonde Ruben, “Bro” to his friends, would like to be a baker. He enjoys skiing. He seems to be a cheerful, happy- go-lucky fellow. His advice “Don’t fret if they call you green; the Romans laughed at the Greeks but they imitated them” is very sound advice that we can all follow. As a baker, for all we know, “Bro” someday may indeed be rolling in “dough”. Arthur Edmund Ayotte 2 Sudbury Court “Wide eyed and still — he dreams awake 11 Outside of a mention of keen blue eyes, and thick dark brown hair, a description of Mr. Ayotte is adequately contained in his nickname — “Shorty”. We acclaim him as one of the most ingenious boys in the class, though he has been rather leisurely in displaying his capabilities. His many interests run enthusiastically from radio to breath-taking skiing. He wants to join the navy, and we think that “Ayotte” could get in if he just works a little “Arthur.” Leonard Warren Babb 11 Acton Court “Though tall, he grins with rosy, boyish glee . 11 Football (3, 4). Leonard Babb, alias “Shorty,” is the big boy of the class. His genial smile can be seen above that of anyone else in school. It is high, wide, and fetching. Leonard is grand both in stature and personality. Despite his patronymic, dur- ing all his years in school, we have never known him to be a Babb-boy. Arline Elizabeth Bemis 15 Summit Street “I shall secure my future 11 Junior Women’s Club (4), Special Chorus (4). Courteous, amiable, and demure Arline, “Betty” to her friends, is one of the quiet, shy girls of the Senior class. Her favorite hobby is taking pictures and home decorating, and her favorite pastime is drawing and hiking. She is often seen walking alone with her dog. Betty’s ambition is to become a registered nurse. We know she will succeed after giving this advice to the underclassmen: “Did you ever stop to consider how much better it is to look ahead and prepare than to look back and regret?” THE SCREECH OWL 7 Gladys Pauline Boeske 10 Crane Avenue “I am fond of a brown study.” Class Vice-President (1), Field Hockey (1, 2, 3), Basketball (1, 2, 3, 4), Inter- class Basketball Captain (1, 2, 3, 4), Cheer Leader (2), All Committees (1, 2, 3), Prom Committee (3), Ring Committee (3), Hallowe’en Dance (4), Christmas Social (4), Screech Owl (3, 4), Special Chorus (4), Student Council Vice-Presi- dent (4), Picture Committee (4). Tall, poised, and efficient, “Sis” as you can see, has been a very busy girl, but her favorite pastimes are bowling, dancing, and basketball. Gladys’s mam ambi- tion, so she says, is to be an “old maid”, but we wonder now! Her advice to underclassmen is: “Try to please others.” — The voice of experience. Right, Gladys! Donald Herbert Brayden 55 Concord Street Tel. No. 265-M “Let not the grass grow in the path of friendship.” Picture Committee (4). You can see “Don” stringing along down at the bowling alleys “pooling” his resources. “Don” hopes to be an employer instead of an employee. And w.th his amiability and good nature it shouldn’t be hard. His favorite song must be The Penny Serenade , for he has been singing the praises of the C. C. C. Albert Frederick Brown 14 Roosevelt Street “Happiness is a sure way to success.” Football (2, 3, 4), Track (3), Band (3), Screech Owl (4), Ring Committee (3), Junior Prom Committee (3), All Dance Committees (3), Christmas Social (4), Special Chorus (4), Golf Team (3), Presentation of Gifts (4). Tall, aquiline, and lithe, “Al” is one of the most popular boys in the Senior class. His ambition is to be a designer. His time, which he used to spend in sports, dances, and girls, is now taken up by his duties as Head-Usher of the town’s amusement centre: the People’s Theatre (plug). He was also one of seven M. H. S. stalwarts who formed our ’41 eleven. Such many and varied fields as football, track, band, literary accomplishments and dance committees are glaring evidence of his versatility, energy, and accomplishment. Elizabeth Buckley 17 Elm Street “Your patience will achieve more than mere force.” Picture Committee (4), Special Chorus (4). Tall, stately, and dignified, “Bucky” has long been a friend and consultant for all. Her easy wit and conversation have brightened many a weary study period. Her ambition delves into beauty culture and hairdressing. We bet “Bucky” will have wavy hair. June Carbary Old Marlboro Road “Pleasant in thy morning — glad they smile.” Secretary of Class (1, 2, 3, 4), Vice-President of Junior Women’s Club (4), Dance Committees (1, 2, 3, 4), Junior Prom Committee (3), Junior Ring Com- mittee (3), Reception Committee (4), Student Council (2), Screech Owl (4), Cheer Leader (3, 4), Field Hockey (1, 2, 3, 4), Basketball (1, 2, 3, 4). June, petite, blonde, and demure, is, by all means, one of the highest ranking girls as far as popularity goes, for what boy or girl can gaze at her charms without feeling that here is a true friend? So many activities for such a petite girl? She has handled each with ease and dexterity. She enjoys a good game of tennis, and bowls quite often, but in dancing we see her at her best. 8 THE SCREECH OWL Earl Haskell Carruth 13 Pleasant Street Tel. No. 583 What shall he have who has killed the deer?’ ’ Shy, gentlemanly “Curly” can be found anytime in his bedroom shining and cleaning his old guns. His collection is a fine one, and he knows the life his- tory of each gun. Earl is a natural fisher and hunter, and he spends weeks in the woods during the summer months. Forestry is his chosen career; so here’s hoping he makes many a prize “catch” in this line. Raymond Catania 149 Main Street Tel. No. 566- J “The flash and outbreak of a lively mind.” Tall, dark, and self-confident, Ray is one of the more industrious boys of our class, as can be plainly seen when he works for his father and also finds time for the strenuous pastime of roller skating. He hopes to secure a government position, and we know that he will have many honors bestowed upon him at his chosen position. Ray is well known in surrounding towns and has had many a good time at the Lake Boone Roller-Drome. Alex Chernak 63 Glendale Street Tel. No. 271 J K “One must be clever to hide one s cleverness Golf (3), Basketball (4), Picture Committee (4), Haunted Hotel (4). It is a wonder to us that Al’s time hasn’t been taken by some girl, since he possesses one of the finest personalities of any boy in the class along with good looks and a fine physique — which the feminine sex go for. A1 is one of the many fine carpenters Maynard High will send out into the world this June, and we unanimously elect you to build our houses if you choose this for your life’s work. Al’s latest accomplishments are golfing and technician on the “Haunted Hotel” staff. Elizabeth Anne Cutaia 195 Main Street “Science deep will genius fit.” Elizabeth is a quiet, but capable brunette with a good mind all her own. “Lizzie” as we better know her, has a quick, winning smile which often supplants the thoughtful expression shown here. Elizabeth excels in all her studies, but is best in science and particularly in chemistry. We are sure she will succeed, for as a chemist, she must know the formula. Helen Cuttell 36 Walnut Street Tel. No. 676-W “Hail to thee, blithe spirit !” Junior Prom Committee (3), All Social Committees (3), Ring Committee (3), Thanksgiving Social (4), Modern Language Club (4), Sunlight Hop Committee (3, 4), Student Council (4), Screech Owl (4), Spring Social Committee (4), English Club (4), Special Chorus (4), Class Outing, Chairman (4), Haunted Hotel (4). Curly-haired-blonde and blushing — yet spirited, Helen is ofte n late, but well worth waiting for — always taking things as they come. Her “he” is an invita- tion to friendship. She and Elena, almost inseparable, have now arranged to be apart a few nights of the week. We “Grant” you this but “Sims” when? THE SCREECH OWL 9 Frances Lorraine D’Agata 13 Acton Street Tel. No. 584 Sport that wrinkled care derides.” Basketball (1, 2, 3, 4), Field ' Hockey (1, 2, 3, 4), Captain of Hockey (4), All Dance Committees (2, 3), Cheer Leader (1, 2, 3), Screech Owl (4), Ring Com- mittee (3), Modern Language Club (4), Special Chorus (4), English Club (4), Hallowe’en Social (4). “Frannie’s” favorite pastime is sports and dancing, and her hobby is collecting autographs of famous dance bands and of actresses. Her main ambition is to be a teacher. “D’Agata” do it, Frannie. Jean Lawton Davis 8 Brooks Street “I have taken all knowledge to be my province.” Student Council (1, 3, 4), Secretary Student Council (4), Screech Owl (1, 2, 3, 4), Assistant Manager Field Hockey (3), Vice-President Class (2), Reception Committee (4), Hallowe’en Social (4), All Dance Committees (1, 2, 3), Junior Prom Committee (3), Ring Committee (3), Speaking Contest (2), Pianist (3. 4), Drum Majorette (3), Graduation Honor Speaker (4), English Club (4), Hon- orary Member of Women’s Club (4), Orchestra (3, 4), Special Chorus (4), Good Citizenship Pilgrim (4), Modern Language Club (4), Haunted Hotel (4). A beautiful song can be fitted to a beautiful girl, and Jeanie with the Light Brown Hair fits Jean to a T. She is one of our most accomplished girls and at the same time has a most obliging disposition. Her artistic works are often ex- hibited at the time of any social because she’s in universal demand by both teachers and students. For she is “Everett-y” to lend a hand. Charles Joseph De Grappo 15 Dean Street Tel. No. 586-M “Let him who knows the instrument play on it.” Orchestra (1, 2, 3, 4), Special Chorus (4), Glee Clubs (1, 2, 3), Junior Prom Committee (3). “Charlie” can best be described by a slang expression which, however, carries a lot of punch — swell. He is, in everything, typical of that adjective. He is able to do anything with his trumpet, and his cheery personality is unsurpassed by anyone in the Senior class. He is tall, dark and jovial. We’re sure that he will be able “DeGrappo” with every trouble that comes his way. Mary Elizabeth Dwinell 16 Grant Street Tel. No. 70 “I am a gay and dauntless spirit !” Haunted Hotel ( 4), Senior Banquet (4). Mollie is volatile, versatile, and decidedly vigorous. Her sunny smile, kind heart, and generous gestures and Dan Cupidian solicitude have helped many a would-be Romeo become articulate and say sweet somethings in the right direc- tion. That green cloth bag of tricks slung over her shoulder carries many a thick school volume. Mollie’s colorful performance as Gladiola Jackson, the Darktown maid in the “Haunted Hotel,” gives promise of histrionic career little short of meteoric. Howard Russell Edwards 14 Chandler Street Tel. No. 312-R “He has both might and main to do things with.” Ring Committee (3). Howie, the mystery boy of the class, is a class A advocate for most independent. He is vigorous, carefree, and very much alive. He has a decided mechanical talent and we wonder “Howie” will make out in this field. He is of medium height, very dark, and is the one truly handsome lad we have met in the halls of M. H. S. We shall always “Needham.” 10 THE SCREECH OWL Guy Vernon Emro, Jr. 138 Waltham Street Tel. No. 202 “Modest and courteous all the live-long day.” Grey-sweatered, eager Guy is never seen without his flashing smile, which draws friends like a magnet. He hopes to follow in his father’s footsteps and go to sea. We are sure that he will sail right along toward his goal, although we have never seen Em-ro a boat. Marie Teresa Flaherty 52 Main Street Tel. No. 158 “The early morning hours do find me at my books.” Freshman-Sophomore Dance (1), Sophomore Dance (2), Screech Owl (2, 3), Assistant Editor (4), Ring Committee (3), English Club (4), Sunlight Hop (3, 4), Prom Committee (3), All Social Committees (3), Field Hockey (1, 2, 3, 4), Modern Language Club (4), Sp.ing Social (4), Honorary Member Women’s Club (4), Special Chorus (4), Haunted Hotel (4), Class Will (4). Tall, dignified, and vivacious Marie is surely one of the most popular and well- liked girls in our Alma Mater. Her activities seem to be faithfully confined to studies and to school doings, but she likes to cook, and from what we hear a “Weston” is her specialty. She is often found dreaming with her mind at sea because her mind is at the “Doc’s.” David Joseph Foley 7 Sherman Street Tel. No. 477 “Zeus hates busy bodies and those zoho do too much.” Baseball (1, 2, 3, 4), Class Will (4). This tall, light-complexioned, good-looking chap can be seen leisurely rambling from one class to the next during periods, without a worry in the world. Davy likes to ride the motorcycle and see how fast it will go. He has caught all our pitchers in the past four years, . and he “Shirley” is one of our best “catch hers.” Thomas John Foley 18 Brooks Street Tel. No. 683-M “Speed and strength and mind combined.” Track (1, 2, 3, 4), Captain (4), Ring Committee (3), Reception Committee (4). Tommy is tall and dark, and has a superb build. He is a speed demon on the track and is almost unbeatable. There was only one time when he was beaten, and that was when he was “Chase an’ Sanborn.” We are pretty sure he won’t be dated. Charles Herbert Fouratt 10 Harriman Court Tel. No. 335-M “O life’s a pudding full of plums, and a man of pluck.” Football (2, 3, 4), Basketball (1, 2, 3, 4), Screech Owl (2, 3, 4), Freshman- Sophomore Social Committee, A. A. Social Committee, 2nd A. A. Social Com- mittee, Orchestra (1, 2, 3, 4), Special Boys’ Chorus (4), Haunted Hotel (4). Gallant Charlie, the hero of the Milford football game, has one of the most brilliant personalities of the class. He is always ready with a grin and a pun for everybody. He can act as well as sing and play a guitar; so he is quite a versatile individual. This will help him quite a bit toward his chosen occupation: a band leader. Charles is an easy fellow to follow. THE SCREECH OWL 11 Gloria Elva Gerbi 36 McKinley Street Tel. No. 498- M “A smile will go a long, long way” Screech Owl (4), Senior Special Chorus (4). Pretty, brown-haired Gloria, the dignified girl with the sudden, sunny, mis- chievous smile, likes to correspond with people in other lands. In her spare time she can invariably be found with Jennie, Wanda, and Virginia — diligently concentrating on a serious game of whist, with no frivoling allowed. She says her pastime is walking, but we wonder why she frequents Lowell so often. Clara Roberta Gogolin 95 Summer Street “Her eyes as star of twilight fair , Like twilights to her dusky hair.” Reception Committee (4). Clara is a bright, vivacious girl with long light silken tresses. She wears pale grey. Her favorite hobby is horseback riding, and any mention of equestrian activities brings a strange dancing light into her eyes. She is a person of talent; she is both musical and literary. Personal acquaintance positively Clarafies this statement. Muriel Martha Gray 93 Summer Street Tel. No. 414-M “Singing on our journey makes the way less tedious ” Senior Special Chorus (4). Muriel has the loveliest voice in the Senior Class, along with a pleasant per- sonality. She is tall, light-complexioned, and pretty. She is a gifted girl, and her pleasant smile is forever popping up to give anyone burdened with life’s troubles an exhilarating “lift.” To be a governess is her one ambition; she is well qualified for this position, and many thanks has the child that she sings to sleep. Taimi Tellervo Grekula 17 Tremont Street “For good thoughts do not perish ” Basketball (1, 2, 3, 4), Field Hockey (1, 2, 3, 4), Candy Counter (4), Hobby Nobby Club (4). Taimi is of medium height and is very light blonde. She has a pleasant, sincere smile. She is one of the few girls who have the courage to tackle such subjects as chemistry and physics. Taimi has done her work well, and she deserves as high praises as can be given. She must have much more than usual persever- ance to progress as she does— and will. Virginia Mary Hansen 206 Great Road “Joyful in the very day of youth.” Senior Special Chorus (4). Virginia is red-haired and pleasant. She is adept at typing and likes her busi- ness subjects very well. She has a cheery “hello” for everyone. Her pleasing voice can be clearly heard in our special chorus blending with those of her fel- low choristers. She walks quite a bit and dreams of someday being at work in the office of some big-business executive. 12 THE SCREECH OWL Gertrude Lois Hanson 80 Powder Mill Road Tel. No. 311-W Dare to go after what you want.” Basketball (1 2, 3, 4), Glee Club, Field Hockey (1, 2, 3, 4), Student Council (3), Senior Social Committee (4), Banquet and Class Night Committee (4), Senior Special Chorus (4). Tall, dark-haired Gert could easily lead a parade with her good looks and so- ciability. There is room for only one in her estimation; nevertheless, she still has many, many admirers. Need we mention just which one is the lucky fellow? By the way, Elwin, she can do a fancy bit of Household Arts, too. Donald Mertin Hatch 2 Driscoll Avenue Tel. No. 474 “Well mounted on his good gray mare, He hies along the great highway.” Donald, or “Dee Dee”, is blonde and blue-eyed. He is of medium height. “Dee” is stalwart and good natured, but independent: he is frequently seen with his sleeves rolled up. His favorite hobby is tinkering noisily, but effectively with motors. He is also one of the more heavy-footed drivers who abound at M.H.S. and who are bound away at 1:15 daily. We know he’ll chug-chug to fame very soon. Robert Lincoln Hatch 27 Elmwood Street Tel. No. 623- W “Let’s look upon the brightest side of everything.” “Bobby” is readily distinguished by his jolly laugh and his endless good humor. He occupies his mind with timely topics. He likes to debate in class and out, and even in argument he is an agreeable opponent. Bobby wishes to become a landscape architect, and in such a profession, bright we are certain will be his horizon. Edward Gerald Joseph Higgins 39 Parker Street “A stalwart comrade — merry and most true.” Football (1, 2, 3, 4), Baseball (1, 2, 3), Captain (4), Picture Committee (4), Screech Owl (4), Ring Committee (3), Special Boys’ Chorus (4), Basketball (1, 2, 3, 4), Junior Prom Committee (3), Treasurer (3, 4), All Dance Committees. Curly-haired, blonde, and amiable, “Ding” is an athletic mainstay in M. H. S. sports. He is one of the most popular boys of the class. We hear from Eddie that his brightest moment in high school was meeting Ruth (another mainstay, we suppose). He attained nearly the highest honors in football that a player can receive, and you can “bat” that he will be a second “Babe Ruth.” Antonio Hill 15 Summer Street “A workman who is master of his craft.” Graduation Speaker (4), Orchestra (1, 2), Haunted Hotel (4). Tony is a tall, medium-complexioned, red cheeked boy with a shoulder-shaking laugh and a great fund of unsuspected dry humor. His favorite subjects are woodworking and science, and his hobby is radio. We feel he would go a long way in radio, but he wants to be an airplane mechanic, so we “gas” he’ll fly. THE SCREECH OWL 13 Helen Arefyova Hill 15 Summer Street “Her air, her manners, all who saw admired Courteous though coy and gentle though retired.” Music (1, 2, 3, 4), Orchestra (2), Screech Owl (4), Graduation Speaker (4). Helen, tall, brunette, and studious, is a very quiet and mysterious girl. She has a countess manner. She is one of the most efficient girls in the Commercial Room, but her main ambition is to become an actress or a ballet dancer. We wonder whether she will be a second Katherine Cornell or another Vera Zorina. Ann Theresa Ignachuck 3 Florida Court “The more you do the more you may accomplish.” Senior Special Chorus (4). Ann, pleasant, blue-eyed, and light-haired, has planned to take up hair dressing as a career. “Wave” wondered if she wants that as a permanent position. “Facial” we see you later, Ann, at Crowe’s or at the Salon De Beaute? Ann is quite a skater, but at the Polish Hops she cuts quite a rug. Benny Walter Jakusik 13 Railroad Street “He most of all doth bathe in bliss that hath a quiet mind.” Baseball (3, 4), Basketball (1, 2, 3, 4). Brown-haired Benny, a quiet lad of the Senior class, has been a very fine base- ball and basketball player during his years in high school. Although his main ambition is to become President, he states that his probable occupation will be Vice-President. Lady Luck can wait for him because as far as baseball is con- cerned he can always “catcher”. Blanche Catherine Jasielonis 209 Main Street “Modesty is the beauty of all women.” Blanche, medium-sized, brown-ha ired, and demure, has an agreeable personality which we are sure will enable her to go far in this ever-increasing women’s world. Blanche makes a wonderful companion, as can be found out by asking one of her numerous friends. We wish, however, that Blanche would give the boys a break some evening instead of reading a mystery story, which is her favorite pastime. How about it, Blanche? John Raymond Jasielonis 209 Main Street “Come forth into the light of things Let nature be your teacher.” John is tall, laconic, and dependable. As “J. J.” is John’s nickname, one might think he was the head of a business but we are glad to say that he is yet still a member of the Senior class. John is likable, and keenly observant. He enjoys walking through the wood, looking analytically at the wonders of nature. His ambition is to learn different kinds of trades, but he says he will probably work in the mill. “Jasielonis” not enough, J. J.; so learn those trades. You will do “awl” right, my boy. 14 THE SCREECH OWL Robert Arthur Johnson 1 Fairfield Street “I show wit in every word.” “Oscar” is the most studious-looking boy in school, but if we delve beneath his solemn exterior we discover a genial, witty, original boy. We shall always re- member his emendation of Mark Anthony’s speech: “Friends, Romans, countrymen, lend me your ears And I’ll give them back to you in ten or twenty years.” Often during the last year we have seen Oscar gravely carrying out his duties at J. J. Newberry’s. He is floor walker there — with a broom. He has also been noted “stocking” among the counters. Though not exactly new, he continues to sweep clean. Ruth E. Kaattari 43 Douglas Avenue “Thought adds strength to everyone.” Straightforward, industrious, and congenial, “Ruthie” is a Girl Scout whose pastimes run rampant. Among these are skating, swimming, reading, and draw- ing. Her ambition is to be an artist. A good word of advice can be found, as we say, “You ‘Kaattari’ on the road of life if you want to be a success.” Raymond Kane 31 Summer Street “A post of honor is a private station.” Student Council (1, 2, 3), Class Treasurer (1, 2), Screech Owl (4), Junior Prom Committee (3), Junior Ring Committee (3), Basketball (1, 2, 3, 4), All Dance Committees (1, 2, 3, 4), Haunted Hotel (4), Special Boys’ Chorus (4). The U. S. Postal Service will reap a fine reward when it gets tall, handsome, and dark-haired Ray. He gets around quite a bit. He is a popular fellow with both sexes and can be seen with his Main idea at many well known dance halls, such as the Totem Pole. If Kane is “Abel” to pass his exam, the girls will have something to look forward to when he is collecting and delivering their letters. George Kari 189 Main Street “Each man makes his own stature.” Football (2, 4), Baseball (2, 4), Basketball (2, 3, 4). George, or “Tubby,” is blonde, brawny, and big-hearted. He was one of M. H. S.’s staunchest and fastest live men during this last year’s gridiron cam- paign. He also pitches a nice game of ball for the club. If you “ash” for his batting, he is far above .300. We can’t leave out basketball, and the faet that we all appreciate his hard work in all sports while working in our local M. I. T. He also bowls and plays cards, and he ought “Tubby” good in that, for he has no love interest. Andrew John Karki 27 Fairfield Street “ I am not the first and shall not be the last.” Baseball (3, 4), Basketball (3, 4), Picture Committee (4). Tall and blonde, typically trim, Andy is one of the athletes of his class. Besides his recognized efforts in baseball and basketball, he plays a good game of tennis, participates in hockey, and bowls in the high nineties. Andy would like to be an author and probably would make a good one with his many humorous stories. Every Sunday night Andy can be seen in a Marlboro theatre catching up on his moving pictures. With all these interests he should never be bored. THE SCREECH OWL 15 Winthrop A. Kenfield Rockland Avenue “Goa ts are not sold at every fair.” Permit us to introduce Winthrop, our goat farmer. Winthrop’s bearing is most manly. He holds his shoulders in true military form. Wink is a short, stocky, and personable fellow who can be seen busily scurrying around Wool worth’s 5 and 10c store. He enjoys his work in school as well as at the store which is one-half the way to success. He hasn’t got a bear, but is just a little “goatee” raiser. This hobby is modest, butt it gives him hours of pleasure, and we aren’t kidding either. Catherine Ellen King 37 Sudbury Street “ The fairest garden in her looks And in her mind the wisest hooks.” Student Council (2), Picture Committee (4). Katie, tall, blonde, and charming, has one of the prettiest smiles in the class. Her darkest moment in high school, sad to say, came when the draft went into effect. Well, don’t worry, Katie, maybe the army might let you breeze into Camp Edwards and see — ah, well, see. Many are the times her musical voice has pleased her classmates; so there will be many telephone calls made when she becomes an operator just to hear her cheery “Hello.” John E. King, Jr. 7 Thomas Street Tel. No. 662 -W “His knowledge and his eloquence increase with each new moment.” Class Prophecy (4), Basketball (2, 3, 4), Ring Committee (3), Prom Committee (3), Picture Committee (4), Student Council (3, 4), All Dance Committees. Dark haired, blue-eyed, and with an infectious smile, “Kingy” seems to use the wo.ld as a door mat. A natural quarter-back, his words of encouragement have blasted back to action many a weary teammate. Among his many activities is his daily errand for Room 23. “Girls,” he says, “are poison.” We’ve seen the day when it was quite the opposite, “Kingie.” We know that in whatever you try you will be “king” “Annie” time. Walter Francis Kitowicz 15 Pleasant Street Graduation Speaker (4), Outing Committee (4). Short, very fair, “Keats’ ” luminous brown eyes and quiet manner have won for him many friends. Among these is a certain female Freshman. Walter is un- doubtedly one of intelligentsia of M. H. S.; vide his unvarying high scholastic record. We can’t see where he gets the time to study; maybe between pins. He aspires to become an engineer and enter Worcester Polytech. If you “tender” your business and “caboose” up your college marks and become well “trained,” we are sure you’ll have smooth tracks ahead. Pauline Ellen Koch 18 Park Street “Apple blossoms are beautiful, but dumplings are better.” Presentation of Class Gifts (4), Haunted Hotel (4). “Kochy” excels in the art of cooking, for collecting recipes is her hobby. Her favorite pastime is sewing, which combined with cooking makes her well qualified for a lovely housewife. This and her good looks and charming personality will aid her also in attaining her chosen profession as a secretary. She is also one of the school’s potential contributions to Broadway for her achievements in the English Club Play. She is a likable girl as can be noted by her election to pre- sent the senior class gifts. 16 THE SCREECH OWL Laura Ann Kodzis 4 Burnside Street Every day in every way, we can all get better and better ” Screech Owl (4), Special Chorus (4). Laura is short, brown-haired, frank, positive, and amiable, and has a dainty sprinkling of freckles. You can observe her taking her daily constitutional, which is just another way of saying she is one who enjoys hiking. Her hobby is collecting letters and postcards. She works hard in the Commercial class and likes her training, but of Kodzis is not enough to become a typist; her personality will take care of the rest. Genevieve Jane Kolenda 23 Acton Street “A dash of wit is her unfailing seasoning.” Field Hockey (2, 3), Basketball (1, 2). Jennie, diminutive, sprightly, and jovial, sets the halls of the high school ring- ing with her constant laughing and talking. She has brightened up many a dull moment in her classes with a cheery word. If she keeps her eye on the “Kolen- da,” she will never miss a date. William Joseph LeSage 27 Arthur Street Tel. No. 636- M “I will attend each worthy cause with diligence, and, I hope, with effect” Class President (1, 2, 3, 4), Screech Owl (1, 2, 3), Editor (4), Basketball (2, 3, 4), Student Council (1, 2, 3, 4), Orchestra (1, 2), All Committees (1, 2, 3, 4). Bill is light in weight and color, but his radiant personality makes up for his slight build. A true and versatile leader, he has led us on through dark and weary days and turned them into brighter, more cheerful hours. He is a smooth dancer, and if his tongue is as polished, he should make a fine clerk. Rita Elizabeth Lingley 10 Arthur Street “Hers are the pleasures of a thoughtful mind” Rita, small but full of life, better known as “Saddles,” claims her hobby is col- lecting pins of horses. She is a cheerful girl and may be seen hiking over Maynard’s hills and dales. She enjoys the movies also, and the ushers enjoy showing her to a seat, for she is always appreciative. This will have quite an influence in helping her attain her chosen occupation as a hairdresser. Lillian Josephine Luosalo 58 Parker Street “ There is a proper dignity and proportion to be observed in every act of life.” Student Council (1), Haunted Hotel (4), Screech Owl (4), English Club (4), Modern Language Club (4), Special Chorus (4). “Lil,” a tall, dignified blonde, is one of our most promising actresses. Although she wishes to hide her talents behind that of a nurse’s uniform, she will be able to entertain her patients while attending them. She has a cheerful smile and kind- ly word for everyone. She is friendly with all. Her disposition and habits will help her in her chosen occupation. Her talent at the piano equals her acting ability, for she loves fine music and often listens to many of the finest operas and symphonies on records and over the air. THE SCREECH OWL 17 James Anthony Maglione 116 Waltham Street “ Happiness is his being and his aim.” Football (2, 3, 4), Basketball (2, 3, 4), Reception Committee (4). Clear-minded, green-eyed, dry-humored “Red” is one of our heroes, as is evi- denced by his three years’ participation in football and basketball. During his senior year he was basketball captain, and who doesn’t know about his gridiron exploits? “Red’s” ambition is really the ambition of everyone: “A good job and happiness.” He warns the Freshmen to beware of red tickets. We hope, Red, that you will not get detained by tickets on the highway of life; so “police” be kind. Jennie Mary Mariani 16 Arthur Street “A witty and an able woman is a treasure.” Tall, dark, w T ith frank gray eyes and winsome smile, “Jen” seems to lean toward a maritime future, we seem to sea. Her ambition, however, is to be a house- wife. She sure keeps up with the times, for that’s a defense job if there ever was one. Estelle Catharine Maskiewicz 257 Main Street “What’s worth doing at all, is worth doing well.” Graduation Speaker (4). Tall, brown-haired, and poised, Stella’s main ambition is to be a good organist but we hear that she would make a good colleague in a debate. In proof of this, ask any of her English classmen. Stella is a very friendly, good-natured girl and we can see where she follows her advice to her classmen. “Be natural, don’t let the upper classmen scare you.” Stella’s hobbies are art and cooking. At everything, she’s sure to be a “Stella” attraction. Robert Benjamin Meister 75 Rockland Avenue “Go to the bees for industry.” Brown-sweatered, with rabbit’s foot charm a-dangle, “Bobby” is one of the scholastic standouts of the academic students. His main ambition is to be a textile chemist and, no doubt, he will. His interests lie in the outdoor field, such as Boy Scouts, 4H Club work, and the like. His hobbies are collecting almost anything from stamps to four-leaf clovers. His brightest moment was entering M. H. S. from his old Alma Mater, Methuen High, because as he says, “It’s so much easier.” He will be remembered for his thoughtfulness and sincerity. Steve Edward Milewski 15 Sudbury Street “What obstacle can hold back this gay and sure young man?” Basketball (1, 2, 3, 4), Baseball (4). Debonair, staminal, and cheerful are all the adjectives that describe Steve. The Senior Girls’ Basketball team will not soon forget his intelligent an d sympathetic coaching in helping them to win the championship. 18 THE SCREECH OWL Hugh Walter Miller 10 Vernon Street “The best work is done on the quiet.” Basketball (3, 4), Golf (3). Hughie, short but mighty, is another golf fiend, only he is far above the usual run of dubbers. He says all his moments in high school were dull, but we be- lieve otherwise, for with his broad, boyish smile and friendship he couldn’t help lightening up both his and other’s hours in our school hours. He will step forth this June to our local youth grabber, but after a few years will endeavor to reach higher levels. Mary Catherine Mistretta 9 Arthur Street “Small and quiet and ever welcome.” Special Chorus (4), Picture Committee (4). Mary is a dark, brown-eyed, and pleasant lass with an agreeable smile. Her tennis is very good, and she can be seen at the courts in her spare time practic- ing. She aspires to be a typist, as all good commercialities should, and with her readiness for good humor and efficiency she will not have a hard time attaining a position. Virginia Louise Nelson 22 Walnut Street Tel. No. 310 “I make a go of everything I try.” “Ginny” is one of the quiet girls of our class whose ambition is to be a secre- tary to a busy executive. We wonder why. Her hobby is collecting “horse’ ' brooches. We hope you can throw a half-Nelson around any problem, but if “Ginny” any help, just holler!! Grace Elizabeth Newman 9 Brooks Street “A gentle dignity in every word and gesture.” Screech Owl (4), Senior Chorus (4), Outing Committee (4). Tall, brown-haired, considerate and graceful Gracie is one of the many apt com- mercial students. She says that her ambition is to be a secretary and that her probable occupation will be that of a typist. She’ll make a cute one. Grace is quite a bowler, too; ask her about it sometime. She is one of the “N’s” in the “N. T. D. N.” Eleanor Jo-Ann Olsen 6 Pine Street “Her very frowns are fairer far Than smiles of other maidens are.” Special Chorus (4). Tall, poised, and blonde, Eleanor is one of the few quiet girls in our esteemed class. Her ambition is to be a secretary. We find it kind of hard to believe that, for Ushers don’t use them, we hear. THE SCREECH OWL 19 Grace Alfreda Olsen 9 Bancroft Street “ Music that would charm forever, Clear and szveet and full should he.” Special Chorus (4), Picture Committee (4). Dark-haired Grace has a voice that is a delight to all. Her ambition is to be a nurse. Well, music hath charms, or something. Grace should consult the Presi- dent on her stamp collections, and he will probably be the one to profit by the meeting. She surely lives up to her first name. Janet Marie Poulson 43 Brown Street Tel. No. 633- W “Be always as merry and carefree as you can” Orchestra (1, 2, 3, 4). Genial Janet could be called a “Strawberry Blonde,” we are sure. Up to recent- ly she could be found once a week tootling her French horn in the band. We’ve often wondered why she took up this instrument. If she ever gets into business, she should be a success because she can always “Poulson” strings with her em- ployers. William George Priest 74 Parker Street Tel. No. 34- M “A quiet mind is richer than a crown.” Football (1, 2, 3, 4), Baseball (3, 4), Basketball (3, 4), Screech Owl (4), Gradu- ation Speaker (4). Without a doubt Bill is one of the most estimable boys in our class. He is one of the leading students and is ever adopting the course of modesty. He is quiet and shy; his every action is to avoid the girls, but when he does meet them well, his blush speaks for itself. Bill is a true lover of sports. He has distinguished himself in football, baseball, and basketball. Self-effacing as he is, his sterling- characteristics soon become manifest. Elena Ann Primiano 42 Parker Street “Are you what your fair looks express?” Student Council (1, 2, 3), Ring Committee (3), Haunted Hotel (4), Sunlight Hop (4), Screech Owl (4), Special Chorus (4), All Social Committees (3, 4). The dark-haired Elena appears retiring and reserved to most people, but those of us who really know her think of her as being otherwise. Her interests are few, but as few as they are, they take up a great deal of her time. Elena is handy with a needle, and she can cook a little snack any time. Nothing pleases her more than a dance, and if it’s possible, she’ll always be there. Although you are allergic to water, we know in future years you will be in the social swim. Frank Edward Riley, Jr. 9 Vernon Street Tel. No. 341-M “ Magestic my demeanor.” You can always rely on large, chubby, ruddy, merry Frank to keep things mov- ing, and I don’t mean only when he’s leading young ladies to their classes or patting their shoulders gently while he offers brotherly advice. If the saying be true “A little nonsense now and then is relished by the best of men,” then Frank is one of the best, for he does not stint. He is a little ciamped for time to play golf and to find room for parking space because of his theater duties, but being an aisle guide at the cinema has its advantages, hey, Frank? 20 THE SCREECH OWL Leo Rosko 10 Driscoll Avenue “ Conquest pursues zvhere courage leads ” Leo, dark, good-looking and brown-eyed, is one of the sportsmen of the Senior Class. His interests lie in hunting, fishing, and trapping. When the first day of the fishing season comes around, you very seldom find Leo in school. Leo’s fav- orite class has to do with physics. Leo says that in a few years we will probably see him in the army or navy. Maybe he can hunt in the army ana fish in the navy or accompany Mr. F. D. R. on one of his trips. Anthony Raymond Salamone 12 Main Street Tel. No. 415-M “Those move easiest who have learned to dance. Antonio is noble, a true Latin type. Genial and sympathetic, he has often offi- ciated as best man at weddings. “Jitterbug”, as his friends call him, is a snappy dancer in our class, and is constantly visiting Waltham. We wonder why. He says it’s to see his uncle, but we “aunt” sure. Tony wants to become a business man when he graduates and we know he’ll make a good one, too, if he doesn’t mix his hobby (playing the drums) up with his work. Someday he may beat his own record. Fred Sarvela R. F. D. 94 Puffer Road Tel. No. 134-W1 “He is strong who can knock a man down , but stronger who can lift himself Football (1, 2, 3, 4), Co-Captain (4), Track (2, 3, 4), Basketball (3, 4), Student Council (2, 3), Dance Committee A. A. (1, 2), All Dance Committees (3), Banquet and Class Night Committee (4). Freddie, big, bulky, and brawny but still graceful, has endeared himself to the feminine hearts by his exploits on gridiron and dance floor. His favorite pastime is hunting; so we are not “a Freddie” will get the bird if he keeps in their “pidgeon.” Wanda Josephine Shubelka 48 Parker Street “She seems both cheerful of all yesterdays And confident of every tomorrow Special Chorus (4), Screech Owl (4). Fluffy-haired, blue-eyed Wanda wears a sweater to match her eyes. Wanda is outwardly quiet, but she has pronounced opinions which at length she does make firmly known. When a certain typewriting chair did not give her the proper support, she did not exactly keep her grievances to herself. Wanda plays cards, collects dog pictures, and goes off on hikes. She is bound for suc- cess, we know, and we shall not “Wanda” when we hear that she has “wanda-ed” into a commercial executive position, even though we have a line that she would like to be a telephone operator. She will connect, anyway. Joseph Smaha 11 Harrison Street “Strongest zvander furthest Football (1, 2, 3, 4). “Joe” has been, up to his last year, one of M. H. S.’s most reliable gridiron stalwarts. Sad indeed were the football players when the news of Joe’s ineligi- bility was received last fall. Joe has been “milling” around locally but no one can “pull th.e wool over his eyes.” THE SCREECH OWL 21 Walter Edward Soroka 18 Railroad Street “Not afraid of work, but not in sympathy with it.” Tall, grave, yet with many a thoughtful smile, “Jut” is an ardent member of the Railroad Street Bachelor’s Club. He claims his darkest moment was trying to dance at the Junior Prom. Is that the reason you joined the Bachelor’s Club, “Jut”? If so, we all had to learn once, and there wasn’t any Bachelor’s Club then. William John Stades 16 Glendale Street “Unblemished let me live and grant me honest fame.” Assistant Football Manager (3), Football Manager (4), Orchestra (1, 2, 3), Inter-class Basketball (1, 2, 3), Junior Dance Decorative Committee (3), Banquet and Night Class Committee (4). “Doc’s” favorite pastime is playing billiards. His hobby is collecting old money, and as his ambition is to be an orchestra leader, here’s hoping he’ll collect new money for a change. Doc has a sense of humor. He says his darkest moments in high school was developing pictures in the lab. Let’s hope all his future mo- ments will be bright. Antonio Salvatore Terrasi 12 Arthur Street Tel. No. 79-M “A youth both shy and diligent.” “How many miles to Walt ham ?” Reception Committee (4). Quiet, dark, and often blushing is Antonio. Since “Toe’s” hobby is photography, he spends much of his spare time at Samuel’s Studio puzzling over hypos and developing solution. What we’d really like to know, Toe, is what does Waltham have that Maynard doesn’t?. Those week-end dances are very interesting, you slip away to, we understand. We give up, Toe, who is she? Don’t keep us in the dark, as in room. Marion Terrasi 12 Main Street Tel. No. 415-M “I choose to study while I am young.” Marion is a pretty and retiring brunette. She has most ladylike manners and studious habits. She would like, we hear, to attend Regis College in the fall. Once there we know that she will prove herself a young woman of decided promise. James Morris Tobin 22 Lincoln Street Tel. No. 476- J “Who is this dark and polite gentleman ? “A true artist takes no notice whatever of the public.” Dance Committee (4). Dark, mysterious, and pleasant, “Tobe” is the class glamour boy. Although at first he was restricted to local talent he has now blossomed forth in weekly trips to neighboring towns in his now famous car, “Passion”. Being a feminine-heart palpitater is not his only accomplishment as evidenced by his decided artistic talent. By combining the two he “art” to be good. 22 THE SCREECH OWL Mary Trachim 11 High Street “ We grant that although she had much wit She was very shy of using it.” Special Senior Chorus (4). Blonde, shy, and fair, Mary is one of the quietest girls in her class. A charming personality, she likes to read in her spare time and is always on the alert for new postcards to collect. Her ambition is to be a hairdresser. If you sport a custo- mer, we’re sure you’ll be able to “Trachim” down, Mary, (or her, either, for that matter). Mary’s is a future with many a primp and curl. Jean Elizabeth Tucker 56 Summer Street Tel. No. 553- W “ Moderation and abstinence her best methods.” Screech Owl (3), Senior Special Chorus (4), English Club (4). Tall and very blonde, “Tucks” advises the freshmen in the words of the old adage, “All work and no play make Jack a dull boy.” She practices what she preaches. Jean is a member of the “N. T. D. N.” which can be seen around town almost every afternoon. Jean likes to bowl, and she has just about the sweetest slow ball we’ve ever seen. Norman Clifton Tucker 87 Nason Street “We all love a pretty girl.” Golf Team (3), Picture Committee (4). Norman Tucker, tall, slender, and lackadaisical, makes himself a friend of all with his winning smile. He is heading toward a goal as a clerk in an A P store and maybe a managership, which his pleasant personality will help him at- tain. He is often seen at the local golf course driving a long ball down the fairway. If he keeps in the “fairway” of life as much as in the local course, he will not have to “rough” it. Wilbur Lincoln Walls 3 Oak Street “His business is great ; and in such a case a man may strain courtesy ” Student Council (1, 4), Picture Committee (4), Haunted Hotel (4), Graduation Speaker (4), Football (3, 4), Dance Committees (1, 2, 3, 4), Track (3, 4), Screech Owl (3, 4), A. A. Dances (4), English Club (4), Band (3). “Bill,” who is of medium build and wiry, is one of our most brilliant contribu- tions to society. To describe him one can sum it up in three alliterative words; great, genius, and gymnastic. His accomplishments in the designing and chemis- try fields are a proof of his capability, but when he steps out before the foot- lights, one wonders why he has chosen chemical engineering for his life work. His versatility has been shown by his many activities. “Owen” to his speed on the track, no one can “Toz” him on the gridiron. Helen Wanda Wasiuk 41 Glendale Street “Great force is hidden here behind a sweet command .” Reception Committee (4), Student Council (2), Basketball (1, 2, 3, 4), Screech Owl (4), Special Chorus (4), Cheer Leader (3, 4). Helen’s natural ability is sure to win her countless friends when she enters the world to .come. She plans to be a hairdresser, and we haven’t a doubt that many boys will be going to get their hair done. Say Charlie for instance. If he “Wasiuk,” he would surely go to you, for as a beautician you would be sure to have “manicures.” THE SCREECH OWL 23 William Francis Watt 30 Main Street “ Blushing is virtue ' s color. Haunted Hotel (4). Blue-eyed, stocky and decidedly blonde, “Bill” seems to be on friendly terms with practically everybody in Maynard, and why not? For he is responsible and considerate. This says a lot for success, “Bill”. His ambition is to be an engi- neer. He doesn’t say what kind, but it must be a marine engineer, for he is a “Watt-er” man. Margaret Gertrude Whalen 82 Main Street “ Assurance is two-thirds of success.” Screech Owl (3, 4). Tall, brown-haired and level-headed, Peggy has combined studies with athletics throughout her high school career. Her grades have been good. Her field hockey exploits have thrilled us all. Her life so far has been ever governed by her earnest desire to become a nurse, and with such conscientious preparations she can not help succeeding, white-uniformed, in hospital corridors. Alfred Taylor Whitney 130 Great Road Tel. No. 453- W “An engine to stop all clocks.” Tall and curly-haired, “Al” is the speed demon of the class. Whenever you hear a mighty clash at any street corner, you may be sure it’s “Al.” His hobby is fooling around cars and motorcycles — a hobby which can lead into a profitable occupation. When “Al” drives out round, we wonder “Whitney” he uses to hold the wheel in place. Walter Howard Wirtanen 31 River Street “I hasten to laugh at all things.” Track (2, 3). Walt is dark, gray-eyed, droll and wistful, yet energetic as can be seen by many trips to Nuttings. “Nutting” can be said about his companions as they aren’t of the local crop, but we believe they are good “skaters” for Walt has good eyes. He likes to drive and carry people in his car. We hope, though, he will have something to “chauffeur” it. Oh well “chauffeur” so good. Jennie Frances Wojtkiewicz 17 McKinley Street “Rich and rare were the smiles she wore And happy and bright were the charms she bore ” Screech Owl (4), Special Chorus (4), Graduation Speaker (4). Jennie’s main ambition is to be a success in the business world. Her high ranks in the Commercial Course will help her in whatever field of work she may enter, or maybe a certain someone whom she is interested in may help her to decide what course she will take after graduation. 24 THE SCREECH OWL John Woroniecki 14 Railroad Street “Nothing can disturb me in my contemplation John, one of the tallest boys in our class, found his Junior Prom to be his brightest moment in high school. We can’t help wondering what could have happened to make it so. Won’t you tell us about it, John? His main ambition is to become an areonautical engineer. We will probably be all up in the air over you, John, in a few years. Here’s “hopping” you don’t “hedge” around. Sophie Ann Zaleska 3 Florida Court “Happy am I from care I’m free Why aren’t they all contented like me f Special Chorus (4), Dance Committees (3, 4), Picture Committee (4), Class Prophecy (4). Tall, brown-haired, dark-eyed, Sophie is one of the quiet commercial students. She has a sympathetic smile. Her main ambition is to become a hairdresser, and we think that profession will have a part in her future. Her favorite pastimes are bowling and photography, a wide, dark field not usually visited by the femi- nine sex. Sophie is easy on the eye and on the disposition. She is unobtrusive, and amiable. Her soft-spoken sentences are like a sedative to many a troubled heart. We don’t know much more, but if you insist, we “Zaleska”. Miss Ruth Bradley Class Adviser THE SCREECH OWL 25 Most All-Round Most Popular Most Intellectual Most Dignified Most Artistic Best Singer Best Instrumentalist Most Literary Best Actor and Actress Most Athletic Best in Manual and Household Arts Most Faithful Movie Fan Most Independent Most Argumentative Most Original Most Inquisitive Most Efficient Breeziest Wittiest Funniest Quietest Most Self-Assured Shyest Class Dreamer Heartiest Laughter Most Sober Ladies’ Man and Class Belle Most Frequent Hand-Raiser Dispenser of Latest News Most Temperamental Most Mysterious Superlatives BOY Edward Higgins William LeSage Wilbur Walls William Priest William Stades Charles Fouratt Charles DeGrappo Wilbur Walls Raymond Kane Edward Higgins Antonio Hill Robert Hatch William Priest Frank Riley Wilbur Walls Frank Riley John King David Foley Wilbur Walls Frank Riley William Priest Charles Fouratt William Priest Walter Wirtanen Albert Brown William Priest Charles Fouratt Robert Hatch Walter Wirtanen Charles Fouratt James Tobin GIRL Leona Arciszewski Leona Arciszewski Jean Davis Grace Newman Jean Davis Muriel Gray Clara Gogolin Jean Davis M ary Dwinell Frances D’Agata Elena Primiano Marie Flaherty Marie Flaherty Mary Dwinnell Jean Davis Helen Cuttell Gladys Boeske Mary Dwinell Mary Dwinell Mary Dwinell M ary Trachim Marie Flaherty Helen Hill Helen Cuttell Janet Poulson Mary Dwinell (Helen Hill (Grace Newman Gladys Boeske Helen Cuttell (Frances D’Agata Leona Arciszewski Mary Dwinell Helen Hill 26 THE SCREECH OWL Note- Writer Charles Fouratt Helen Wasiuk Note-Getter Charles Fouratt Helen Wasiuk Healthiest Fred Sarvela Frances D’Agata Best Dancer Charles Fouratt Helen Wasiuk Talks Least, Says Most William Priest Lillian Luosalo Most Courteous Albert Brown Marie Flaherty Best Dressed Charles Fouratt Gladys Boeske Best Looking James Tobin June Carbary Friendliest Albert Brown Leona Arciszewsk Squarest Albert Brown June Carbary Shown Most Improvement Arthur Ayotte Mary Dwinell Done Most for Class William LeSage Leona Arciszewsk Most Likely to Succeed Wilbur Walls Jean Davis Favorites Book Read in School Book Read Outside School Old-Fashioned Song Modern Song Dance Piece of Dance Music Make of Automobile Indoor Sport ( Outdoor Sport Radio Program Radio Artist and Artiste Motion Picture Actor and Actress Picture of the Year 1940-1941 Motion Picture of All Time Grand Opera College Magazine Newspaper Comic Strip Color Place in Maynard Event in Maynard Outstanding Undergraduate Boy and Girl Year in High School Jane Eyre Gone With the Wind And the Band Played On A rnapola Waltz Star Dust Plymouth Basketball ( Football | Swimming 920 Club Bob Hope Spencer Tracy Gone With the Wind Gone With the Wind Carmen Boston University Life Boston Globe Li’l Abner Blue Peoples Theatre Carnivals Richard Trench Senior Kate Smith Bette Davis Elsie Burgess l Mary Sharpe THE SCREECH OWL 27 SPECIAL SENIOR FEATURES Here are six Hollywood luminaries: Can you find their prototypes among our Seniors? See the Class Roll for reference. A complete list of lookalikes follows: Grace Moore — E. Olsen Billy Halop — R. Catania Barbara Stanwyck — Gladys Boeske Jackie Cooper — - Charles Fouratt Randolph Scott — William Priest Frankie Thomas — Edward Higgins Bobby Jordan — Ray Kane Merle Oberon — Jean Davis Victor Mature — Thomas Foley Kay Kyser — Albert Brown John Garfield — Leo Rosko V!) Linda Darnell — Gloria Gerbi C. Aubrey Smith — J. Maglione Carmen Miranda — Helen Hill Bonita Granville — C. King Lana Turner — Janet Poulson Alan Curtis — James Tobin Greta Garbo — Clara Goglin (Pictures thru the courtesy of Peoples Theatre Company) :8 THE SCREECH OWL FIFTEEN MINUTES OF SUNSHINE Some of Our Brightest 1. Receiving an ‘A’ mark in Latin.” — Walter Wirtanen 2. “The first solo in my car.” — Wilbur Walls 3. “When the Senior girls won the Interclass Basketball Championship in 1941.” — Gladys Boeske 4. “My moments at the candy counter.” — Taimi Grekula 5. “Getting an A in French the first term.” — Fred Sarvela 6. When the football team won the Milford game, giving us a chance for the Midland League Championship.” — Albert Brown 7. “The extra day of vacation after Labor Day this year.” — Wanda Shubelka 8. “When we had two days’ vacation after New Year’s because of the grippe.” — Gloria Gerbi 9. “When I received my class ring.” — Elizabeth Buckley 10. “Passing the final speed drill in typing.” — Virginia Hansen 11. “Getting a C — in physics.” — Walter Soroka 12. “Going to Madame Butterfly with the Junior Women’s Club.” — Jennie Kolenda 13. “The first dance I came to in my own car.” — James Tobin 14. “When I saw some of the Freshman girls.” — Norman Tucker 15. “When June of my fourth year in high school came around.” — Benny Jakusik A QUARTER-HOUR OF GLOOM Some of Our Darkest Moments 1. “Being put out of a basketball game because of four fouls.” — Gladys Boeske 2. “When the whistle from school didn’t blow.” — Jennie Wojkiewicz 3. “When I forgot a piece I was reciting during an assembly.” — Lillian Luosalo 4. “Taking graduation pictures.” — Mary Trachim 5. “Monday morning after vacations.” — Robert Johnson 6. “Trying to dance at the Junior Prom.” — Walter Soroka 7. “When Bob Riley’s drum strap broke in the Patriot’s Day parade, leaving me the only snare drummer in our band.” — Albert Brown 8. “Making a speech at a football rally.” — Fred Sarvela 9. “When the chair in the typing room took a sudden left turn and left me stranded on the floor.” — Wanda Shubelka 10. “When the Class of 1939 graduated.” — Mary Dwinell 11. “When the draft went into effect.” — Catherine King 12. “The first report card of my senior year.” — Gertrude Hanson 13. “Learning the Julius Caesar and Hamlet speeches.” — Blanche Jaseilonis 14. “When I walked two miles through rain — only to find there was no school.” — Winthrop Kenfield 15. “When I played Hitler on the Auditorium stage.” — William LeSage The Seniors Advise Posterity “Smarten up.” George Kari “Always have a nice smile for your friends.” Sophie Zaleska Whatever you do, do your homework faithfully every night.”........- Albert Brown “Don’t forget, you will be upperclassmen some day; so start now to behave yourselves.” Jean Davis “Never be balky about taking a punishment.” Mary Dwinell “Keep your eyes and your mind open and your mouth closed.” Howard Edwards “Study hard the first three years, and take it easy your Senior year.” Elizabeth Buckley “Take advantage of what you are getting now.” - - Marie Flaherty THE SCREECH OWL 29 “Speak to your elders as you expect your Juniors to speak to you.” Taimi Grekula “Grow up — just a little.” Earl Carruth “Stick up for your class.” - Helen Hill “Try to please others.” Gladys Boeske “Learn to enjoy your work, and you will reap higher marks when it is finished.” Winthrop Kenfield “Don’t take any wooden nickels.” Raymond Catania “Do what you’re told when you’re told — and you will never forget it.” Helen Cuttell “Always strive to do a thing better than you ever have before.” .. Donald Brayden “Don’t think you’re smarter than the teacher.” Frances D’Agata “Keep your chin up, and keep plugging away. The best times that anyone will ever have are back in dear old Maynard High School.” Edward Higgins “Make the most of your last four years — scholastically and socially.” Leona Arciszewski “Above all, take at least two years of foreign languages, as they are need for entrance to prac- tically every college.” Raymond Kane “Instead of class rings, get wrist watches — more useful.” Andrew Karki “Although those little cards are a pretty color, don’t collect them you do stamps.” William LeSage “Be natural — don’t let the upperclassmen scare you.” Estelle Maskiewicz “A day missed from school can never be made up.” Stephen Milewski “They know it all now.” Hugh Miller “Get plenty of fresh air and sunshine so you’ll brighten up.” Anthony Salamone “Have yourself a good time.” James Tobin “Don’t look forward to graduation!” Catherine King To the Seniors “Let’s liken your lives to stately ships, Which are built to meet with toil and wear. Let’s pretend that the Future is one of its trips, For which you must carefully work to prepare. You are the Captain, and the sailor, too. You are also the faithful crew; Soon you will sail on the long, hard voyage, In search of the long-sought goal. The sea may be choppy; the weather may be bad, But you have the best ship that can be had. The distant ports you seek are Success and Fame, Which are reached only through careful planning, Knowledge is the fuel that sees your ship through Just as what you become, comes from what you do. Honesty and Courtesy are the maps for the trip, Accuracy is the compass that guides the ship. Lies and deceit are the waves of destruction Repaired only by honor and truth. Your journey will be a successful one, As your Ship is still in its early youth. May you reach in safety, the Port you desire, Be it Success, Wealth, Happiness, or Fame. May the thronging crowd of people on shore Welcome your Ship with cheers and acclaim. May your Future always be glad and bright, As the result of your toil and strife, And may the Guiding Hand from up Above Lead You, on and on, to the best in Life.” Helen W. Nowick “ 42 ” 30 THE SCREECH OWL Rear Row : M. Vodoklys, W. H. Reynolds, W. Tierney, G. A. Kennedy. Middle Row: E. Colburn, E. Jolikko, A. P. Pasakarnis, R. Sawyer, C. Manty, E. Mahoney. Front Row : L. Lexer, R. Wilson, L. F. Mullin, Vice-Principal, A. Lex er, Prnicipal, V. Field, J. D. Provasoli, R. Bradley. THE SCREECH OWL 31 .5 pi W - i « w S | I s j 6 ! OQ § 3 J £ Q hJ e O c« ft 1 i V o « ° Cuttell, J. Davis, G. Boeske, W. LeSage, F. Crowley, H. Girdziewski, I. Koivu. 32 THE SCREECH OWL ce . rv 3 I Is u . ■- ‘E EC -a S S i . o - 1 a? . 3 ® • — _e S w ! y S £ . O c Oh -o u eS iUJ J . “ 0) ■§ • X 6 .2 cl? ' o : : D 0 2 s ° 72 b ■J ® . cS O u p c £ o !■?: ci 5 Sc ® S i- S ' Q • a •• C .. ; | j: £== ca� jjpjs ; cS H a ,— THE SCREECH OWL 33 Rear Row: A. Chernak, A. Hill, G. Taylor, C. Fouratt, J. Segal. Third Row: T. Carey, M. Dwinell, F. Crowley, L. Luosalo, P. Koch, E. Primiano, J. O’Brien, M. Flaherty. Second Row: A. Sullivan, Mr. W. H. Reynolds, director, J. Lynch, H. Cuttell, W. Walls. Front Row: F. DiGrappo, J. Davis, R. Kane, M. Sharpe, Frank DiGrappo, Mr. L. F. Mullin, director. THE SCREECH OWL fflagttarii lihili rhonl (Ulaaa of 1941 Ball of ifame JBSe, tlje JSeniors, elect ttje goung men anb foomen faljose pictures here appear as tlje eigljt outstanb- ing members of our class, anb, as suclj, foortlrg of being eutereb in the JHagnarb Higlj j cbool JCall of 3[ame_ |Ceona Arctasefttalu 3lutte Carbarg 3) can ©aina (iftarie Jflahertg JUtlliam le agc lEbluarb Mtggins Albert j toimx Jiaontonb i ane (J.L.D.) THE SCREECH OWL 35 Twenty-five Years from Now Futures We Do Not Expect 1. Elena Primiano unmarried. 2. Helen Cuttell teaching French in May- nard High. 3. Frank Riley a romantic lead in the movies. 4. Marie Flaherty teaching bass singers at the New England Conservatory of Music. 5. Fred Sarvela leading a ballet dance. 6. David Foley a shoe salesman. 7. Howard Edwards plowing an asparagus field. 8. Albert Brown with time on his hands in the evening. 9. Thomas Foley walking slowly from house to house reading gas meters. 10. Jean Davis hunting for Hunter. 11. Frances D’Agata hostess on the S. S. Steel Pier. 12. Margaret Whalen attending the Acton Dances. 13. Walter Kitowicz wearing a dunce cap. 14. James Tobin driving his model T. 15. Gladys Boeske still working at the May- nard Supply Company. 16. June Carbary talking in a loud, agressive voice. 17. Charles Fouratt president of a bachelors’ club. 18. Edward Higgins lonely on a cruise. 19. Bill LeSage star in a Wild West Show. 20. Leona Arciszewski without a smile. 21. Mary Dwinell telling her jokes of ’41. 22. George Kari still losing his sleep. 23. Elizabeth Buckley enjoying a free lecture in biology. 24. William Priest chaperoning a girls’ outing. 25. Alfred Whitney in a soap-box derby. 26. Steve Milewski wearing a thick, full beard. 27. Wilbur Walls reading his Screech Owl. The Perfect Senior Boy (by two Junior girls) Hair — Edward Higgins Eyes — James Tobin Eyelashes — Walter Kitowicz Nose — David Foley Teeth — Stephen Milewski Mouth — Guy Emro Complexion — Hugh Miller Hands — John King Physique — Thomas Foley Clothes — - William LeSage Vivacity — George Kari Singer — Charles Fouratt Smile — Alex Chernak Personality — Albert Brown Humor — Wilbur Walls Courtesy — Charles DiGrappa Dancer — Raymond Kane Studiousness — Arthur Ayotte Glamour — Fred Sarvela Friendliness — Frank Riley The Perfect Senior Girl (by two Junior boys) Hair — Helen Cuttell Eyes — June Carbary 36 THE SCREECH OWL Compliments of ERIKS ON ' S DAIRY J. FRANCIS CLEARY INSURANCE ▼ 90 MAIN STREET MAYNARD, MASS. Telephone 460-W Compliments of . . . TARNY ' S BARBER SHOP 6 WALTHAM STREET MAYNARD Compliments of . . . MAYNARD MEN ' S SHOP 4 NASON ST. MAYNARD, MASS. Eyelashes — Gertrude Hanson Nose — Clara Gogolin Mouth — Sophie Zaleska Teeth — Grace Newman Complexion — Elena Primiano Poise — Lillian Luosalo Hands — Elizabeth Buckley Humor — Mary Dwinell Courtesy — Helen Hill Clothes — Marie Flaherty Dancer — Helen Wasuik Smger — Grace Olsen Glamour — Pauline Koch Vivacity — Wanda Shubelka Personality — Elizabeth Cutaia Smile — Gloria Gerbi Studiousness — Jean Davis Friendliness — Leona Arciszewski The Wise Old Owl would like to know: 1. What two boys were out with a flat tire after the prom ? 2. What Senior boys are going to be out of luck when Burnham comes home? 3. When Anne Perillo is going to make up her mind between Morgan an d John ? 4. What two boys wanted to change girls at the Prom? 5. Why Albert Greeno likes to drive up on Acton Street? 6. Why Helen Nowick takes more interest in the Concord baseball team than in her own home town ? 7. Why are Philip Buscemi, John King, and Donald Thompson so afraid of “lights” now. 8. What Freshman boy gives Senior boys Competition? Ask Trench. 9. What Freshman prefers his drums to girls. 10. Who are Kingy’s and Phillie’s so-called “buddies ?” 11. If all the Junior still have their rings. 12. If Tuovi finds walking Sirkka home con- venient? 13. If H. N. really forgot about Chickie. 14. Why Eileen Perry thinks a certain gradu- ate of ’40 is so much better? 15. How Arthur LeSage can come up on top with so much competition ? 16. If L aura really keeps Billy in doubt? THE SCREECH OWL 37 17. Which Jimmy Elsie will choose and when ? 18. If Ann Hamlin thinks Donald’s car is comfortable ? 19. Why Mary Punch and Helen Novick are interested in Concord? 20. What Junior girls interest lie all in the army? Ask Mary, Annie, and Irma. 21. If Ray still has to worry about Leona? 22. Who is a constant companion of Lois Dawson ? 23. If Sewall’s interest is really in the Sopho- more class? 24. Why Jackie Stewart thinks out of town girls are nicer than our Maynard girls? 25. If all the Seniors enjoyed themselves on the outing? 26. If a certain Senior girl will give Walter a break ? 27. Why Helen and Elena prefer Concord to Maynard ? 28. Why Victor and Scotty also prefer Watertown to Manyard? 29. Why Sophie P. and Helen K. are so often apt to be found out of town? 30. How fortunate Pat can do such a fine job of holding her man ? 31. When Kingy will decide which Junior is the right one for him? 32. Why Woolworth suddenly lost all of Brown’s trade? 33. Last but not least: If all the Seniors can honestly say they are glad to leave ? Phillie Buscemi, ’42 KEYHOLE COLUMN This is your “heart-to-heart” forum where you tell us your secret problem and we tell it to the public. Did you know : — 1. That Elsie can’t make up her mind about “who’s who?” Will it be James I or James II ? 2. That school ends on June 19th? 3. That some people try — fail — then give up, but not so with Morgan Molloy? He says, “If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again.” Every “Little John” can’t be a King! 4. That roller-skating at Nutting’s on the Charles is loads of fun? You’ll always meet someone from M.H.S. there. SEGAL ' S BELL HOSIERY SHOP • 95 MAIN STREET MAYNARD j — — Staple and Fancy DRY GOODS Boots - Shoes - Slippers W. B. CASE SONS Maynard Compliments of . . . F. A. COLOMBO SON BARBER SHOP 37 MAIN STREET MAYNARD Tom ' s Service Station 2 MAIN STREET, MAYNARD SHELL WASHING - GREASING - SERVICING Accessories 38 THE SCREECH OWL JOSEPH ' S MARKET GROCERIES and PROVISIONS Monarch Lion Head Canned Goods Tea, Coffee, Fruits, Vegetables Telephone 461 -W 20 MAIN STREET MAYNARD, MASS. RAINVILLE ' S Maynard ' s Finest MEN ' S SHOP MAYNARD, MASSACHUSETTS Compliments of . . . WHITE ' S DINER P. T. White, Prop. 50 NASON STREET Tel. 298 ALINA ' S BEAUTY SALON Permanent Waving and All Kinds of Beauty Work Done Coals, Dresses, Hats Hosiery Underwear Phone 411-W 73 MAIN STREET MAYNARD 5. That Ruth Croft is one of the sweetest girls you’ll ever meet? 6. That William LeSage and Raymond Kane are the two closest friends we know of? Nothing is a secret between them. 7. That Richard Trench proved to be a “jiving jitterbug” at the Frosh-Soph social ? 8. That some car headed for Kimball’s Star- light after the Jr. Prom found themselves on the doorstep of — Danvers? 9. That a “Ray” of sunshine every day will help keep dark clouds awav ? Ask Helen N. 10. That trade at the First National, Stop Shop, and at the Co-op is on the up and up ? Do you know why ? 11. That Mary Punch thinks “There’s Some- thing Nice About A Scldier?” (My “Buddie”) She has a Locke on her heart. 12. That Charlie F.’s theme song is “I Should Have Known You Years Ago”? 13. That Helen Mattson likes the climate in Concord? Paul (not Jones) add to the atmosphere. 14. That money can’t buy everything? Ask Albie Brown. 15. That a change has come over two of the most bashful junior boys? W. Lankiewicz and W. Higgins. 16. That you should be careful to whom you send notes? If vou don’t someone else will. 17. That it is the envy of every girl to dance with Raymond Kane? 18. That Ruth and Eddie prove that the proverb “True love never runs smoothly” is not true ? 19. That Philly Buscemi is still “carrying the torch ?” 20. That “A friend in need is a friend indeed” appl ' es to M. Dwinell? 21. That Chick Lyons (the future Gene Krupa) has “beaten” his way into many a lassies’ heart ? 22. That Leona Arciszewski is the ideal of many high school girls? (And boys, too?) 23. That the difference between a gas pipe and an eccentric Dutchman is that one is a hollow cylinder and the other a silly Hol- lander? THE SCREECH OWL 39 24. That if Mrs. Sippi borrowed Miss Ouri’s new jersey what would Della wear? I’ll ask her. 25. That if you have any good ideas for the improvement of the Screech Owl , we will appreciate them very much. Simply send them to us addressed to the signature be- low. 26. That this is the end of the “peek” in the keyhole and that this is yours as ever. “Ye Olde Snoopers” Snooks Butch Song Hit Parade of 1941 1 . “Mean to Me” — Walter Higgins 2. “I Tried” — Colbert Sewall 3. “A Heart That is True” — Mary Dwinell 4. “It All Comes Back to Me Now” — Morgan Molloy 5. “There’ll Be Some Changes Made” — Helen Wasiuk 6. “When Irish Eyes Are Smiling” — Mary Ellen Punch 7. “Walking by the River” — Albert Greeno 8. “Do I Worry?” — Annie Perillo 9. It’s a Sin to Tell a Lie” — Charlie Fouratt 10. “Three Little Maids from School” — Misses Flaherty, Cuttell, and Primiano 11. “Take Me Out to the Ball Game” — Helen Nowick 12. “You’re Dangerous” — Ruth Garside 13. “I Had a Date with a Dream” — Albert Brown 14. “I Give You My Word” — Wilbur Walls 15. The One I Love Belongs to Somebody Else — Philip Buscemi 16. “You Got Me This Way” — John Pendergast 17. “My Sister and I” — Anthony Hill 18. “I Understand” — -John King 19. “MacNamara’s Band”— Maxwell Gruber 20. “You Stepped Out of a Dream” — Sophie Zalcska 21. “This is My First Affair — Mabel St. Peter 22. “High on a Windy Hill — Catherine King 23. “Until Tomorrow” — Homework 24. “You’re in the Army Now” — Mary Schnair 25. “Where Do We Go from Here?” — Senior Class Compliments of A. W. LORD CO. Confectionery at Wholesale MAYNARD and BELMONT CROWE ' S BARBER SHOP and BEAUTY SALON Telephone 70 7 NASON STREET MAYNARD PARKER HARDWARE COMPANY Hardware Sporting Goods Paints Varnishes Cutlery Bicycles and Parts 77 MAIN STREET MAYNARD, MASSACHUSETTS MUZZEY ' S RESTAURANT MAIN STREET MAYNARD, MASS. For a snack or good meal 7 different Entrees Daily Special Dinners Sundays Booths for Ladies Open 5:00 A.M. to 1:00 A.M. We invite your Patronage 40 THE SCREECH OWL CHIN LEE LAUNDRY MAIN STREET MAYNARD SANDERSON ' S STATIONERY Fountain Pens Office Supplies and Greeting Cards 6 Nason Street Maynard, Mass. JACOB ' S MARKET Choice Meats and Groceries 104 MAIN STREET MAYNARD Telephone 527 ZANIEWSKI ' S QUALITY MARKET Meats, Provisions, Groceries and Fresh Fish BIRDSEYE FROSTED FOODS Telephone 114 51 MAIN STREET MAYNARD ❖ JOKES ❖ W. Higgins (after missing a grounder) : “Oh, there 1 go getting reminded of my favorite movie again.” A. Karki : “Movies at a time like this! Keep your mind on the game, boy! What picture are you thinking of?” W. Higgins (with a rueful grin) : “Too Hot to Handle.” N. Tucker: This ink is so weak that it’s transparent. Teacher: That’s all right. It’ll make what you say perfectly clear. D. Hatch (looking at a 1941 model) : Walls (full of knowledge) : “I do not know, but I guess it to be a Russian car.” Hatch: “How is that, my friend?” Walls: “Well, it is always Stalin.” Mr. G. : “Son, every time you do wrong, I get another gray hair.” Gilbert: “Gosh, Dad, you must ‘a’ been awful! Look at Grandpa!” J. Greeno: “What did Salamone’s car say to Whitney’s car when they were passing each other in a traffic jam?” C. Lalli : “I haven’t the slightest notion.” J. Greeno: “Dodge, Brother!” Signor Oscar Johnson, a noted violinist, once of M. H. S., was in an automobile accident. A local paper, after reporting the accident added, “We are happy to state that he was able to appear on the following evening in three pieces.” K. Crotty: “What movie title does this sug- gest: “Duck! here comes a town!” R. Hatch: “I’m afraid I missed that. Let’s have the name, please.” K. Crotty: “Dodge City. I don’t see how you could possibly have missed.” D. Thompson: “What did one electrician say to another on voting day?” M. Smith: “Was it ‘Everything all right in this circuit today?’ ” D. Thompson : “Almost, but not quite. What one electrician really said was ‘Have you volted yet?’ ” THE SCREECH OWL 41 F. Riley: “What European country has a rare kind of bull ?” E. Sjoblom : “Oh, I know that. It’s Turkey, because it has an Istambul.” S. Hajduk: “What movie title did the dog exclaim down by the ocean?” M. Gruber: “You positively have me there, my dear fellow. S. Hajduk: “He said, ‘The Sea-Woof!’ ” V. Kizik: “What did one English play- wright say to another during an air-raid?” L. Carbary: “Was it ‘Be careful; for this may be your last act,’ by any chance?” V. Kizik: “Not exactly. He saw this other fellow acting afraid ; so he said, ‘You’re just an Noel Coward !’ ” E. Ledgard :“Did you hear about the man who found meat in an herb garden?” F. Sarvela: “1 can’t say I did, but I should very much like to. Do tell me.” E. Ledgard: “Well, this man was out in his herb garden looking around, and all of a sud- den he sausage.” A. Greeno: “What European country has the largest number of cars?” P. Rich: “You have asked me a question, my friend, for which I have no immediate reply. What is this country, pray tell.” A. Greeno — “Norway, and do you know why? Because there are so many fjords there.” M. Dumas: “You know, I admire Frank ever so much. He reminds me of opera.” A. Hanson: “Why, because he is musical?” M. Dumas: “No, he’s just grand.” Helen N. : “I wouldn’t touch Philip B. with a ten-foot pole.” Ruth G. : “Why, what’s the matter with him ?” Helen N. : “Oh nothing, but wouldn’t it look silly!” W. LeSage: “Yes, Charlie, I have heard you singing this year off and on.” C. Fouratt: “You have? Well, Eve heard you singing often off.” J. Segal: “Have you seen The Trail of the Vigilantes f” G. 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Telephone Maynard 606-R THE SCREECH OWL Compliments of YOUR LOCAL JEWELER F. G. STAMMERS 72 Main Street SEDER GRUBER Hay, Grain, Fertilizer Lime and Cement NASON STREET Telephone 251 MAYNARD, MASS. TYPEWRITERS New and Used All Makes and Models SOLD — RENTED — REPAIRED Representing a well-known and reliable firm. MRS. A. KANGAS 2 ESPIE AVENUE Maynard 163-M SALON DE BEAUTE 96 MAIN STREET MAYNARD, MASS. Telephone 640 for Beauty Sake Permanents $3.50 up KING SQUARE DINER Where Good Friends Meet fr MAIN STREET MAYNARD Murphy Snyder A. R. MURPHY, Prop. PRINTERS OF “THE SCREECH OWL’ Telephone 473-W 55 Main Street Maynard, Mass, COMPLIMENTS OF . . . PAUL ' S FOOD SHOPPE COOL AND COMFORTABLE SUMMER SPORTSWEAR • SLACK SUITS • SPORT SHOES • SWIM SUITS • SPORT COATS • SPORT SHIRTS • SNEAKERS • SLACKS • GABARDINES • SWEATERS • STRAWS NEW IDEA STORE HAVE YOU SEEN OUR GRADUATION SUITS? PEOPLES THEATRE Maynard, Massachusetts The House of Hits