Melrose High School - Log Yearbook (Melrose, MA)

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3 in AVI 1 1 A1V uc f jT ELIZABETH BLAIR ANDERSON “Andy” Girls ' Club (3) (4); Prom Com. (3); Year Book Staff (4); Traffic Squad (4). “Andy” entered M. H. S- in the fall of 1922 from that far famed institution of learning, the Franklin; Grammar School. Only a few weeks passed before her friendly attitude and delightful personality made her an outstanding member of the class of 1926. Whether it was a social event or an athletic contest “Andy’s” loyal school spirit was always shown by her attendance and whole hearted support. For two years “Andy” was an active member of the Girls’ Club, and on the Social Committee during her senior year. She also was a member of the committee which made our Junior Prom such a success. For three years and a half “Andy’s” chief admirer was tall and very much in evidence about the corridors of M. H. S. but now she says she likes ’em short! She intends to enter Katherine Gibb’s school next fall, and we all wish her the best of success. RALPH 0. ANDREN It was a different boy to enter M. H. S. four years ago than the present, stalwart youth about to set out for his future work. Although living in Malden, Ralph has trudged to school in all kinds of weather, snowing great standing. During his four years at Melrose High he took little or no part in social activities, but it has been stated that his work in Malden, in social activities has been well carried out. LAWRENCE F. ASPLIND “Larry” “Aspy” “Larry” is one of the class’s ladies’ men who has been proven by the list of telephone numbers he pos- sesses. Although “Larry” has not taken part in any of the athletics of M. H. S., he has given his service to that august body of the De Molay. “Larry” is one of the few to hold the reward of not being absent in his four years at M. H. S. Good luck to you in the future “Larry”. w

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iM 7m JOHN JOSEPH AHERN It took John three years to learn that M. H. S. was on the map. We regret that he was not keener in that respect, since his presence in our ranks has been most pleasing. John i s a quiet chap. His wonderful disposi- tion gains for him many friends. To prove that he is also a brave man, he entered a class of twenty-two girls with- out being urged. We notice he escorts a certain young- lady home from school every day. John intends to go to college, and if so, he will doubtless be very success- ful. We wish him the best of luck as he leaves dear old M. H. S. ROBERT PERCIVAL ALLAN “Bob” “Apple” Year - Book Staff (4). “Bob” prefers to be known as Robertstein Von Allanski. He came originally from the Franklin School where he re- ceived his earlier education. We all have noticed the variety and colorfulness of “Bob’s” ties. Bob has no special ambition at present, but perhaps he might like to own a necktie factory and dash around with a Nash (the car, of course). Bob is always smiling, hence his popm larity. The only way to break his good humor is to shout PERCIVAL long and loudly when he is around; then prepare for action. DONALD ALLMON “Don” Hi-Y (2) (3) (4); French Play (3); Prom Committee (3); Traffic Squad (3), ( Capt .) (4); Masque and Wig (3) (4); Tennis Team (2), (Capt.) (3); “School Life ” (4). This good looking lad hails from the “Highlands” and in the fall of ’22 came to Melrose High from the Franklin School to follow a versatile career. “Don” is an excellent student with a special leaning towards Spanish, and Spanish teachers, is a “French” actor of ability, and an active member of the Masque and Wig. “Don” is a piano player of repute and during the last two years has led the well known Hi-Y Orchestra; in this club “Don” has been very active, in short his rank may be summarized by one word “Service”. A pleasing personality and willingness to be of service makes him one of our most popular boys. w

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EDITH AUSTIN “Peanut” “Shrimp” Junior Prom Committee (3); Traffic Squad (4). Our “Peanut” has always been popular in. High School, hut, since she has become interested in a certain coal man (Coleman), she is busier than ever. It would be difficult to find a social event that was not graced by her presence during her entire high school career. Her lively per- sonality to-gether with her well-known smile has broken the hearts of many of our high school boys. She is planning to have a beauty shop with her partner, Betty Mathias. Girls, don’t fail to go to the “Austin and Mathias Beauty Shoppe” for your wave. Here’s hoping “Peanut” will sail merrily over the sea of life — from one wave to another. JANE ATWOOD “Jenney” Masque and Wig (4). This bright little girl entered the good M. H. S. in the fall of 1922 with several other scholars from the Livermore School. Jane proved a most interesting character, especially among the boys! She has always been interested in her academic work as well as the athletics of the school. We all wish her the best of luck and success in the future. EARL WILLIAM BALLESTER “Chick”, “Red” Vice President Debating Club (4). “Red.” did not grace M. H. S. with his presence until September 19 25. This is the third and last high school of which he has been a member, having at- tended high school at Syracuse, N. Y„ and Cincinnati, O. He was editor-in-chief of the Nottingham school paper and also played baseball for that school. At M. H.-S. “Chick” soon distinguished himself as a de- bater of ability and obtained a berth on the senior class debating team. Earl is better known, however, as a Real Silk Hosiery salesman. He has been most successful in this line especially since he sold many pairs to the women members of the faculty, an at- tempt which none but the boldest would dare make.