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

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THE SCREECH OWL 9 Gordon Doel Doel is a quiet boy in school. His outside interests lie in hunt- ing, fishing, and trapping. But I hear of late he spends most of his time in Stow pursuing an interest which has nothing to do with hunting, fishing, and trapping — perhaps. Daniel Dudzinski Basketball (1, 2, 3, 4), Football (2, 3, 4), Student Council (1, 2), Freshman-Sophomore Social (1), Prom Committee (3), Thanksgiv- ing Social (3), Valentine Social (3), Picture Committee (4), Senior Social (4), Thanksgiving Social (4), Valentine Social (4), Cap and Gown Committee (4). At every social, when the evening is at its climax, a group of laughing, chattering dancers gather in between numbers at the door of the auditorium. In their midst, stands tall, dark, and silent Danny — and when the music starts Danny dances with the fairest of M. H. S.’s beauties. Danny is certainly proof that the silent, mysterious type of man arouses the curiosity and admiration of the “blondes and brunettes.” Virginia Edwards One of the quiet members of the Commercial Department is “Ginny”. She is unusually proficient in her commercial work, and she is said to be bashful but has found a way to overcome her bash- fulness at the Acton dances. Her candy counter at Newberry’s has always been popular. Do you think it’s the candy, or is it a case of sweets from the sweet? Ruth Garside Class Secretary (3, 4), All Dance Committee (1, 2, 3, 4), Basket- ball (1, 2), Field Hockey (1, 2, 3, 4), Student Council (1, 2), Junior Prom (3), Screech Owl (3, 4), Screech Owl Dance Committee (4), Junior Ring Committee (3), Reception Committee (4), Banquet Committee (4), Cap and Gown Committee (4), Class Will (4), Out- ing Committee (4). The class of ’42 will always remember Ruth as one of the best- looking, best-dressed, and most popular girls. She is always willing to help, and both girls and boys will agree that she has been a sin- cere friend. Keep smiling, Ruth! Albert Greeno Basketball (2, 3, 4), Football (2, 3, 4), Baseball (3), A. A. Social Committee (4). On the coldest day in February, when the snow was two feet high, and the “no school” whistle had rung out in time to allow the rest of M. H. S. to turn over in bed for “two more winks,” A1 deliv- ered newspapers with a cheery smile and a happy greeting. Keep this spirit going, Al, and no adversity will seem any deeper than the snow through which you ploughed last winter.

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8 THE SCREECH OWL Ruth Croft Field Hockey (1, 2, 3, 4), Basketball (1, 2), Student Council (3), Graduation Program (4), Class Night (4). Just ask any one who the sweetest member of the Senior Class is, and the answer will invariably be Ruthie Croft. Her singing voice, her willingness to help others, and her cheerfulness have en- deared her in the hearts of her classmates forever. Keep singing and smiling, Ruthie. Kathleen Crotty Field Hockey (1, 2, 3, 4), Poster Committee (3). Inquisitive, loquacious “Coleena” has been the shining light of the senior physics class. We will never forget her spirited argu- ments and brilliant replies. With her cheery disposition, and will- ing helpfulness, she will go far in the nursing profession. Frances Demery Field Hockey (1), Valentine Social Committee (4), Banquet Com- mittee (4), Outing Committee (4), Reception Committee (4), Class Prophecy (4). A cute little blonde, full of “pep” is Franny. But hands off, boys, her heart belongs to a gentleman of the class of ’41. Her care- free manner is no index of her scholastic ability. She is an excel- lent student and a great pal. Beverly Denniston Field Hockey (1, 2), Sophomore Social Committee (2), Junior Woman’s Club (3, 4), Poster Committee (3), Thanksgiving Social (4), Senior Social (4), Senior Activities Committee (4), Class Gifts (4). Jolly, good-hearted “Bev”, with a smile for everyone is one of the nicest girls in the Senior class. Pretty soon “Bev” will enter the business world, and if she progresses as fast in her work as she does in her typing we know she will make good. Fiorentino DiGrappo 4-H Handicraft Club (1, 2, 3), Student Council (3), Stage Manager in Dramatic Club (3, 4), Radio Club (3), Picture Committee (4), Senior Activities Committee (4). Did you ever see Tino without a grin? Can you imagine his looking cross? Why, of course not. With such cheerfulness he cannot help but succeed. His vast general knowledge and his will- ingness to learn will also play a great part in his future.

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10 THE SCREECH OWL Bernice Hatch Bernice is one of the ambitious girls of the class. She is never without some sort of outside job. With a pleasant smile for every- one, a happy-go-lucky manner, Bernice goes merrily on her way. Esther Hekkala Basketball (1, 2, 3), Field Hockey (3, 4). Such a fine sense of humor cannot be equaled. Esther is a won- derful addition to any gathering, and we consider ourselves lucky that she is a member of the class of 1942. Her main interest, how- ever, is in the J. K. Club in more ways than one. Walter Higgins Football (1, 2, 3, 4), Co-Captain (4), Interclass Basketball (1, 2, 3), Inter-Mural Basketball (2, 3, 4), Baseball (1, 2, 3, 4), Class Treas- urer (1, 2, 3, 4), All Dance Committee (1, 2, 3, 4), Class Night Speaker {A) , Screech Owl (4). “Hig” is one of the school’s outstanding athletes. Besides be- ing Co-Captain of the football team, he has been active in basketball and baseball. Walt is also well-known for his big smile which en- abled him to rate as one of the most popular boys in the class. Toivi Karhumaa Baseball (1, 2, 4), Band (1, 2), Orchestra (1, 2, 3, 4), Basketball (1, 4). Toivi is one reason why all girls don’t prefer men tall, dark, and handsome. He is definitely tall, blonde, and handsome. Al- though blondes are supposed to go for brunettes, Fedo prefers fair- haired Siirkka. She’s his main interest, but baseball, dancing, and the J. K.’s, play an important part in his life. Albert Kenfield Kenfield is another one of the boys who is now attending Waltham Trade School. He is a quiet boy, with a pleasant smile. His hobby is raising goats — work that Albert has found to be both interesting and profitable.