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

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THE SCREECH O L 2-5 Miriam Pinolehto Social Committee 4; Dramatic Club 1; Junior Women’s Club 2, 3, 4; Senior Chorus 4. A cute little blond, full of vim, vigor and vitality, that’s Mimi! She plans to follow a commercial career, in which we wish her success, but confidentially, we suspect that their is another career much more domestic which also interests her at present. Best of luck in whichever one you choose. Lillian Reid Student Council 2; Senior Chorus 4; Social Committee 4. “Lil,” Phil’s pin-up girl, is one of the nicest girls in the whole Senior class as well as in the Commercial Department. Her - personality, which matches her good looks, makes all the kids want to be her friend. “Lil” wants to get a job in the city where she will make some executive proud, but the boss’ wife will probably turn green. Anyway, the best word to describe her is — swell ! Elsie Rissanen Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Art 3, 4. “Blondie” is M. H. S.’ best navy morale builder — ask Mike! Her sense of humor, easy friendliness, and readiness to help make her a friend to all. When she wants female company, she can be seen with “Lil” — both always looking as if they’re enjoying life. Elsie is a wonderful sport, and whenever she is around, everyone is having a good time. John Sebastynowicz A. A. Dance Committees 4; Social Committee 4; Craft Club 2; Football 4; Baseball 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Senior Chorus 4; Gym Exhibition 4; Aviation Club 3. “Busty” will always be remembered for his good humor. His cheerful disposition has won the admiration of his classmates. John’s interests are many, and he exhibits great enthusiasm and efficiency in whatever he plans to do. We know that this will help him in his endeavor to become an officer in the United States Coast Guard. Doris Seder Junior Women’s Club 1, 3, 4; Chairman of Programs of Junior Women’s Club 4; Dramatic Club 1, 3, 4; Secretary of Dramatic Club 3; Maynard Women’s Club Honorary Membership Award 4; Screech Owl 4; Chorus 1; Senior Chorus 4; Prize in Treasury Department Contest 3; Usher at Graduation 3; Cheerleader 3, 4; Class Night Speaker 4. Witty, genial, ambitious, and sparkling seems to describe our Doris perfectly. With her lovely personality and brilliant mind, she will go far on the road to success.

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24 THE SCREECH 0 X L Leita Mason Senior Chorus 4. Leita is one of our quiet classmates, but her pleasant per- sonality and friendliness has won for her many friends. At present she is employed as a window-designer at Woolworth’s, but her ambition is to attend Wilfred Academy to study hairdressing. Her evenings are “engaged” with Johnny and in skating and bowling. Barbara Murphy Social Committees 1, 2, 3, 4; Student Council 1; Class Treasurer 1, Field Hockey 1, 2; Dramatic Club 2, 3, 4; Dramatic Club Vice- President 4; Junior Prom Committee 3; Basketball 2, 3; Senior Chorus; Ring Committee 3. “Red” is the sales boon down at Anderson’s. She’s one of the most independent, happy-go-lucky girls in M. H. S. “Murph” is always ready to laugh with everyone, and her own humor and wit draw all the kids to her. George Novick Football 1, 2, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 4; Class Treasurer 2; Dance Committees 1, 2, 3, 4; Senior Activities Committee 4; Senior Chorus 4; Tag Day 2; A. A. Social Committees 1, 2, 4. “Nick” is one of the best-natured boys in our class. His dynamic personality rates high among his fellow classmates, who classify him as another Sinatra. His captivating smile makes him many friends. Peter Oskirka Social Committee 4; Senior Chorus 4. Pete, one of the shop boys, is a member of the State Guard. We’re sure that if this country is attacked, he will not be slow on the draw. He was also an intra-mural sharpshooter. An able hunter and trapper, Pete will aways manage to get along. Ruth Pekkala Social Committee 4; Field Hockey 1; Dramatic Club 1, 2; Senior Chorus 4; Junior Women’s Club 2, 3, 4; Screech Owl 4; Class Night Speaker 4. “It’s a wonderful world!” sings gay Ruthy as she floats blissfully along life’s merry way. Under all her gayety, however, there is a very sober side, a glimpse of which even her most intimate friends seldom see. Surely everyone agrees that any patient under her wing need never suffer loneliness or boredom.

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THE SCREECH OVC L Helen Spurrell Social Committee 4; Senior Chorus 4. “Spur’s” major concern is the morale of defense workers. As a result, all of her time that isn’t taken up by school or the gas ' man at Nell’s is dedicated to Nichol’s chief assembly line whiz. Formerly, she used to aid him in his air raid duties, but they soon found out that Great Road didn’t come under his assigned vicinity. Laura Stapell Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Student Council 3; Senior Chorus 4. An aura of mystery seems to surround Laura while in school, but we have a suspicion that this attitude vanishes after school is out. Right now, she is keeping an eye on the South Pacific and spends her leisure time writing V-mail. In the immediate future she will become one of Uncle Sam’s war workers. Keep em rolling, and no “Duds,” please. Albert Sullivan Social Committees 1, 2, 3, 4; Student Council 1, 2, 3, 4; Class President 3; Junior Prom Committee 3; Dramatic Club 1, 2, 3, 4; President of Dramatic Club 3, 4; Screech Owl 1, 2, 3, 4; Picture Committee 4; Ring Committee 3; Senior Chorus 4; Nature Club 1; “Haunted Hotel” 1; “Meet the Family” 2; “Wurzel-Flummery” 4; “Nobody Sleeps” 4; Class Night Speaker 4. “ Sully ’s” winning smile will undoubtedly be one of the things which will help make him a success. For this witty member of our class desires to become an actor. We are sure he will make a fine one from what we have seen of him in Maynard High School plays and assemblies. Anthony Taryma Football 1, 2; Basketball 1, 4; Baseball 1, 4; Craft Club 1, 2; Aviation Club 3; Senior Chorus 4. This member of the Sebastionowicz-Taryma-Hajduk trio is one of the jolliest members of our class. He will certainly make Uncle Sam a very good sailor. Best wishes for your naval career. Alice Thane Dramatic Club 1, 2, 3; Screech Owl Staff 2, 3, 4; Senior Chorus 4. Alice is one of our most outstanding commercial students. She has all the qualities necessary to make her an efficient secretary. With her ability, she is sure to succeed in all she undertakes, and we know she will be an asset to any office. She has already acquired much experience from her job at Martin’s Insurance Agency, where she is now working part time.