Melrose High School - Log Yearbook (Melrose, MA)

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CHARLES ROBERT CLEMENTS “CHARLIE,” “CLEM Class Treasurer (2); Hi-Y (3) (4); Football (4); Gym Team (3) (4); Traffic Squad (3) (4); Masque and Wig (4) ; Hi-Y Play (4). Our “Charlie” is only a little fellow, standing about six feet one and weighing about 170. A likeable chap, sociable, good looking, and modest, he has sailed successfully through his four years at high school. Never causing any trouble, but taking part in many activities in the school, Charlie has made many friends. Probably one of “Charlie’s” proudest moments was when he received his football letter. For two years he toiled and sweated with the scrubs, never complaining, waiting for his chance to play, but always the final whistle would blow before he could get in. At last, during his last year, he got his chance, and we all know that he made good. It is the fellow with the will to win” that gets there. Our “Charlie” proved that he had will. BLANCHE DAWN CLOUGH BUDDY,” BUNNY” This clever child, who originally hailed from Haverhill, came to us last September, small and smiling. Although quite dis- gusted at the idea of going to a new school, she soon became accustomed to it. From all appearances she is very fond of English, as she always has a Sentences and Thinking” with her. She says, however, that her failing is dancing. If Blanche had come to M. H. S. sooner she surely would have been very popu- lar, as she already has made many friends. DOROTHY MAY COLE Dot” Of course, no one will suspect that this fair young lady of sixteen summers is more commonly known as Dot.” She will reach her seventeenth birthday on July 8th. As the photogra- pher shows, her appearance vouches for her character, the chief constituent of which is a very even and cheerful disposition. The value of the mirth in her laugh is revealed in her eyes. Her determined will power has justly earned for her a place on the credit list. Although enamoured by several boys, she is par- ticularly interested in one of the graduates whose appellation she refuses to reveal. As a friend she has long-ago proved her merit. Thus, we have glanced at a page from - “Dot ' s” life, more of which would prove just as fascinating as ; this.

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Dot ' ' is a lively type, ready for any or all the fun and ex- citement of the school, but you don’t need to be told that — her eyes show it. She may be able to look innocent at times, in this picture for instance, but Dot” is a furious studier — of the other sex. In this subject we must award her an A. Her favor- ite fruit is the date; her favorite gum, Beech or Beach Nuts. But Chisy also has her good qualities; that is, she has most of her wild times while dreaming. Her favorite enjoyment seems to be dancing, for when it comes to the latest dance steps, Dot ' s ' ' right there. In fact, she refuses to let anything go by her But then- — why not get the best out of life? FREDERIC NORMAN CLARK FRED Orchestra Librarian (1) (2) (3) (4) ; Debating Club (2) (3) (4) ; Vice-President of Debating Club (4) ; Interscholastic Debating Committee (3) (4) ; Vice-President of Masque and Wig Society (3); Treasurer (4); Treasurer of Euclidean So- ciety (3) (4) ; Personals Editor of SCHOOL LIFE (4) ; Leader of Physical Education (1) (2) (3). Fred” entered M. H. S. in September, 1921, t o discover that he was destined to do much more than study. In the activities of the various clubs Freddie always took a prominent part, meanwhile making a great hit with the gentle (?) sex, as well as keeping his name on the credit list. In his Junior and Senior years he took prominent parts in The Dragon and Pinafore,” respectively, besides short plays each year. He took part in the 1924 debate with Winchester, and the Everett and Wakefield debates of 1 925. You can see he’s a regular shiner ' . ' , every- where, but where he shines the best is behind the lunch counter, where he has been yelling Zoup! for four years. As far as we know this bright lad is heading for Harvard, and we all wish him success. LEON E. CLARK CLAFKIE” Hi-Y (4). Leon is a rather quiet fellow whose only sin, as far as we know, is eating. How he can eat! If he sits at the head of the table at a Hi-Y supper, everyone else goes away hungry. In spite of all this, he is well liked by everyone who knows him. The Hi-Y showed its confidence in him by appointing him man- ager of its play. Through his efforts the play was a huge suc- cess. If he uses his ability to the best advantage, he should be a great success in business.

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ESTHER RUTH CRAIG S” Esther always has something to say, and you can bank your last penny you won ' t go to sleep until she has divulged all her recent revelries. But she’s always amusing, and if you need to be cheered up, find her — if you can. Absolutely” is her pass word, and ' Andover’’ her mainstay. A few years hence we may hear of Esther’s singing on the concert stage, or, perhaps, teach- ing her pupils in elocution, Nora at the Country Club.” Who knows? A lively tongue and pleasing manner.” MADELLA CROCKETT If there ' s anyone in school who does not know who Madella is, it is because he has never been into the ”Mic:o. If a crowd of boys are downtown trying to think of what to do, someone is sure to say, Let’s go over and talk to Madella.” That ' s how popular she is! Madella is also one of the few girls in our class whose hair is not bobbed. We hope she never has it bobbed because it is one of her charms. So if you ever want to have a real pleasant chat, just drop down to the Micco” and see Madella. CHESTER MERCIER CUMMINGS CHET,” BABE” Business Manager and Treasurer of SCHOOL LIFE (4) : Sec- retary of Hi-Y Club (4) ; Traffic Squad (4) ; Class Basket Ball (4) ; Boys’ Debating Club (4) ; Year Booh Business Staff (4). Chet wandered into M. H. S. a poor, unsophisticated, little Freshman expressing decided nonchalance for the contrary sex. Although he didn’t join the M. S. P. C. A., by the time he had reached his last year, he had formed quite an affinity for a certain kitten.” The Babe’s” exceeding good nature and sincerity has won him many friends during his four years with us. Besides being active in DeMolay. he has been a hard worker both inside and outside of school. Outside he has worked as a drug clerk and a printer, showing great skill in both but excelling in the latter. To wind up a successful career, he has managed his end of the SCHOOL LIFE work well. V Y