Melrose High School - Log Yearbook (Melrose, MA)

Text from Pages 1 - 206 of the 1933 volume:

EX LIBRIS Published by Class of 1933 Melrose High School Melrose, Massachusetts 6 DEDICATION TO MR. STANLEY CUSHMAN BATTLES WHOSE ERUDITION MAKES USADMIRE HIM AS A TEACHER. EUT WHOSE PATIENCE. KINDLY INTEREST. AND UNDERSTANDING MAKE US LOVE HIM AS A FRIEND. WILLIAM D. SPRAGUE PRINCIPAL FACULTY FA cum MELROSE HIGH SCHOOL FACULTY Principal— WILLIAM I). SPRAGl E Dean oj Girls MISS EDITH S. BLAKE Head oj English Department Mr. William L. Carney Miss Alice G. Drake Mr. Lester E. Young Miss Elizabeth E. Hai.l Miss Mary Putnam Miss Amy S. Damon Miss Helen H. Stahl Miss Dorothy T. Wilder Head oj Latin Department Miss Helen G. Kershaw Miss Rose D. Lanphear Miss Wilhelmina J. Stalker Miss Eleanor Hutchinson Head oj Mathematics Department Mr. Stanley C. B ttles Miss Arline W. Branscombe Mr. L. Ashley Rich Mr. Balfour S. Tyndall Head oj History Department Mr. Howard B. Wilder Mr. George A. McPheters Mr. George L. Scott Miss Esther S. Lyman Miss Elsa Hannegan Mr. Edward C. Loud Mr. Frank M. Gracey Head of Modern Languages Department Miss Frances LI. Dodge Miss Effie S. Brown Mr. Eaimet T. Morrill Miss Marion E. Chase Miss Helen R. Walter Head of Science Department Mr. George A. Hutchins Miss Imogene J. M. Conland Miss Mabel P. Gilman Mr. Harold W. Poole Miss Mary Daboll Head of Commercial Department Mr. H. A. Lutes Miss Ethel M. Bird Miss Agnes I. Ring Miss Gwendolen Griffin Miss Helen M. Hickey Mrs. Edith B. Lundquist Head oj Drawing Department Miss Mary E. Coyle Head oj Household Economics Miss Gladys Marble Head oj Music Department Mr. James R. Houghton Principal ' s Secretary Miss Gladys Coburn Clerk Miss Martha Boyajian 11 MELROSE HIGH SCHOOL ij iT Qohu l “ ' ' J iL.7±, VA ■fC 37 tL- - = f i its f 1 f � i 1 ■ -y V ' 5 0 u n i i - Ol. , oV -T _ G Ok tfTZui sd a 4 i«— u c- v -r V f ' U ,msu V t 1 JT VS bn ' -fnr v V j -0 i S r( Z£r Jg k ■ S4 -Ak C L-++ jt Ot j --Vn W « „ f _ , U J - r £ - 6 ... .•Wnp.g t) C a r c —y y £ H - yv A° %? Senior Class Officers Ruth G. Collins Secretary Benjamin Terry Treasurer 15 RICHARD ALEXANDER Dirk . “Alex lli-) t2l. I 3 C ice-President (4), Tennis (3). ill Dick is another ol those popular Easterners who hailed, of course, from the good old Washington. li, while talking or strolling, you hear a sudden unexpected quip, its most likely Dick. Rut everything is forgiven when he flashes that smile ot his and oh. that hlush! Bv the way. girls, have you seen him sock that tennis hall around? If not. you ' d better, for, you know, we arc holding him responsible for the feminine attend- ance at the matches this year. Dick is planning on a year at New Hampton and then Dartmouth. Well, here’s luck, Dick. PAUL ALLEN Track ( 3 ) , ( I I Very evident qualities may often be dealt with concisely. In short, our popular schoolboy miler has been known as an artist, a lover of true character and power, a judge of fellowman, a true friend, and a genuine distance-runner. GRAHAM ALVORD Clonk and Plume 111 . Masque and Wig (2), (3), (4), Orchestra (1), (3), Debating (dub (3) I he Roosevelt School added another important alumnus in 1929 when Graham loll. He came to M. H. S. with the rest of the bewildered freshmen and immediately made himself known to everybody. His M. II. S. activities came to a climax in his junior year when he played the role of Bud in the Masque and Wig play, “Sun Up. ' The Class of 1933 wishes you luck, frahani. JOHN ANDERTON “Johnnie” “Swede” Swede came up from the Lincoln School in “29.” He has most of the school games this year. Tuesday nights, during the winter, you will find Swede with a gang up in the second balcony of the Boston Gardens. He did not enter sports because he worked during the afternoon. Johnnie is thinking of going to Business School next year. He is a good worker, and we know he will succeed. Good Luck, Swede. BENJAMIN BAKER “Bennie”, “Ben” Benjamin Leo Baker, better known as Ben among his school mates, came to M. H. S. in 1929 from the Roosevelt School. He is a gay young fellow, and has made a great many friends with his winning smile and entertaining wit. Bennie has taken the general course and has hopes of ob- taining work in the newspaper world. We feel sure that he will be successful and wish him all the luck in the world. Here is strong proof of the saying, “Good things come in small packages. Eleanor is small and quiet, but by her ready humor she has won many new friends since she came from the Washington School in 1929. By attending all the games she has been a strong supporter of the football and hockey teams. We wonder why Andover has interested her so much the last three years. She intends to go to Northfield, then to Simmons. We know she will be successful. Best of luck. Eleanor. gained many friends during his four years of hard work by his pleasant personality. He is interested in sports and attended w ■ ELEANOR E. BAKER “E” Girls ' Club 1 3), (4): Orchestra ll). (2), (3), (4); Prom Committee; Band (ll, (2 1 17 ROBERT BAKER Bob . Bollle ( Jreliestra ill. I 2 I . ( 3 I ; II -) ( 2 1 . 1 3 I . ill Bob. or Bottle as he is commonly known, is another one of those fine onng men who came from the Lincoln School. Ilis pleasing peisonalitv lias won him main friends during his four years in school. Boh was a woman hater in the first two years, hut he final 1 weakened and he is now doing his turn like main others we know. Bottle has not decided on a life s work as yet, hut we all are sure that he will he a great success if lie continues his winning wavs of the present. LYDIA BARNES Lyd”, “Ledge ’, Lvdga dills ' Club (2), ( 3 1 ; Secretary 111; Masque II ig (2), (3); Secretar ) ill: Cloak and Plume 111; Junior Prom Committee ill; Log Staff I d I : Poetry Club (1). (2), ( 3 I ; President Id I We all enjov watching Mickey Mouse romp on the moving picture screen, hut few of us can make our own effigies of him. L d is one verv accomplished in this art besides being a poetess with a fictitious name. Not man) know that the Seavvin in the Poetry Corner of School Life is none other than Lvdga L. Barnes. She is also an ardent hockey fan especially since the ( malic has. on bended knee, offered her his services. Last hut not least, she is a faithful worker in the Masque and Wig and ( .-.iris Club, fulfilling the office of secretarv in both these organ- izations. HILDA W. BAIMANN Bhmdie . W by I Pirates oj Penzance : Glee (.lab ( 2 I : G ills (dub (.’ ). id) 1 though die is a little above average height, she is not too tall to he recognized as one of our smartest girls. Her mincing steps are not heard throughout our halls, for her shoes are rub- ber soled. She is charming, fond of dancing, and is able to turn the tide ol an empire, which is a certain dark-haired individual. We know, however, that only a hurricane could turn her from the goal she has set, and our best wishes go with her. Is DEAN BEMIS, JR. It is a recognized truth that many an athletic contest has Been won through the inspiration which the players received from a spirited cheering section. Taking this fact into consideration, we are forced to conclude that although Dean has not him self Been a member of our athletic teams, he has, nevertheless, contributed to their success; for every football or hockey game found Dean on the sidelines and bellowing with the best of them. Though his plans for the future are not made, we know that success awaits him. ELIZABETH BENSON “Betty” “Bets” French Club (4), Girls’ Club (4), Poetry Club (4) Traffic Squad (4 ) “I am a part of all that 1 have met” — Tennyson. What could better describe our very worldly Betty, who has seen much more than most of us and who has returned to tell us of her experiences in her inimitable manner? How often she has dashed off amusing tales and descriptions for “School Life ' and now chooses most widely for her literary department. As President of the French Club, with her truly French accent, Betty filled us with the desire to find “New Worlds To Conquer,” and to be as modest in our success as she has been in hers, both here and abroad. Ray hopes to attend Dartmouth, and he loses no opportunity said that we tow-headed lads had a way with the girls, and so far his six feet of Viking blondness has had the luck. In granting him leave from our institution, we all bid him a bit of a tweet- tweet, a loud cheerio, and the best of luck. RAYMOND BERQUIST “Ray” lli-Y (21, (3), (4); Traffic Squad (3), tl): School Life Staff (4) 19 I LI . WOH BE RIO Sis” Lie” Budge Glee Cl iil (4-1 1 leanor came to us from tlie Gooch School in 1929. She ha won mam friends through her pleasing personality. Lie is alw ays looking up and plodding on lor now that she has icached the end of her senior year she is planning to complete hei education in a hospital. Success to Lie. ELMER R. BERRY Hank . Tiger This slender, fair-haired boy entered M. H. S. in 1929 liom the Lincoln School. Although he never received any blue slips m disciplinary sessions, he was far from being perfect. In Ins hi -I two y ears, he took no active part in outside activities; how- ever. in his last two years, he took part in football and track. Hank seems to be oblivious to the many female attractions in Melrose, possibly because he makes frequent excursions to Stone- ham. He lias no immediate plans for the future except possibly making a trip to Canada. IRMA BERTHEL Inn , Snookuins , Buttons G ' cc Club III. (2), !• I, III. Count and Coed . Pirates of Penzance . Traffic Squad Id), I H, Thrift Council (1), I 2), (3), 111, Cloak and Plume ndependenl and sure ol herself, Irma Berthel swung into the welcoming arms of dear old M. H. S. icad with her familiar twinkle and winning smile, she has brightened many forlorn souls. l anv will remember her as “Mabel , who was successfully wooed L the great lover, Guibord in the fascinating Pirates of Penzance . Jlways full of vim, and vigor, we are irresistably drawn to Mel- rose Street and Inn. Maybe some day in the future, we shall meet one Mrs. Private Secretary . 20 ELEANOR RETCH ER “Sis ”, “El lie’ , “Betchie” Girls’ Club (2), (3), (4) Eleanor came here from the Roosevelt School in 1929. Always with something to do, and always ready to do, she has made her way. Having completed her four joyful years in this honorable institution, it is her intention to become a nurse. Much success to you, Eleanor! ADELE BISSELL Lilly” Girls’ Club (3), (4); German Club (4) “Good things come in small packages. This saying cer- tainly applies to our diminutive Adele. Although small in stature, she is large of heart and fine of character. Wherever she goes she makes friends by her cheery smile and ready wit. Wherever Adele goes, laughter and fun follow in her wake. Giggling is not the only thing in which she is adept. She can work well also. The Social Committee of Girls ' Club can testify to this. Suppers could not have been put on without Adele’s expert help. M. H. S. will keep Adele for another year before Radcliffe claims her. Good luck, Lilly! RUTH BLAIS DELL “Speed” Girls’ Club (2), (3), (4) Speed is one of the youngest members in our class. She entered M. H. S. from the Roosevelt School in 1929. Since then she has become very popular. Her pleasing personality and charming ways have won her many friends. Although Ruth isn t an active member in athletics, she attends many games. Speed has spoken about going out for “Paul-itics ” in the future, but whatever she does we wish her the best of luck. 21 LTER (). BLAISDELL alt ' . )tto ' . “Bud Walter. eommonlv known as Bud. came to M. II. S. from Meriden High School. Connecticut, to the junior year. He has a vers genial personalitv and is liked bv both sexes. Bud doesn ' t indulge in sports as much as some of his classmates; however, an athletic reputation is not necessary when one has a smile, triends, and ability, and Bud has these in abundance. Whatever he docs after leaving M. II. S.. his classmates wish him the best o! luck and feel confident of his success. ELLA BLANCHARD “Elbe”, Curly (ril ls ' Club I 2 ! . ( 3 I Lllie. and all of her four feel eleven came to us from the Roosevelt School with her equally bewildered classmates. A vivacious and petite brunette with a winning smile, she made for herself a host of friends. Elbe ' s favorite pastime is dancing and can she dance. ' ' She is also a faithful spectator at all of our football games, and her presence is always denoted by her hearty cheers. Opposites must attract just ask Elbe. “AE though not “A I together certain of her future vocation, Elbe has ex- pressed tiie desire to enter a secretarial school. Happy, Happy Landings. Elbe! MERTON FIELD BOURNE Mutt . Mert . “Twink . “Twinnie lli-) 12), 13), III lu the graduating class of 1929 from the Washington School, a bov that liked business work entered the High School and pur- sued studies along these lines. After two years of hard studying, he decided to become flighty and took a more mechanical course, lie is succeeding in these lines and hopes to become an army flyer. Best of luck to vou, “Mert ”. 22 MARGUERITE C. BOI RM I I “Marg”, Mig Girls Club 1 ) ; Art League ( 1 I. l2l : Glee Club l2l : “ Pirates oj Penzance ; Librarian I I I Marg came to Melrose High from St. Mary ' s in 1929. Her ready wit and charming personality have endeared her to all of us. Despite the fact that she did not participate in sports, Marg has been an enthusiastic supporter of the teams. During her four years here she showed the usual amount of interest in the oppo- site sex. but during her senior year she showed a decided leaning toward a tall part of the traffic squad. We wonder! Mara ' s plans for the future are indefinite, but we know she will he very successful. Best of luck to you! W 9 ROBERT S. IHO AJ I “Bob”, “Bo” Bob came to Melrose High from the Gooch School with that illustrious class of 29. Bob is an excellent mathematics student and has found little trouble in maintaining a high scholastic standing in the other subjects of his scientific course. Because of his duties outside school, he could not find time for competitive athletics, but spent what little leisure time he had at the . After graduating he plans to take a flying course at Kelly ' Field, after whi ch he will work for Uncle Sam. We know he will be a success in his life work. DALE BRIGGS Basketball (4), Baseball (4), Chorus (4), Glee Club ( 4- ) At the commencement of our fourth year at Melrose, we had thrown into our midst, without any acceptance or denial, one Dale Briggs, a young farmer from Kansas. For truly he is a farmer. Although he is rather modest and bashful, Dale soon won with his Western accent and one-sided smile the admiration of both sexes. His stay with us is to be short, as lie plans to attend Graceland College, Iowa, next fall. In concluding this short biography I wish, with the permission of the many who have won his friendship, to extend to him best wishes for a successful future. 23 IRGIM 1)01 GLAS BRIGGS “Ginny Girls ' ( lnh (3). Induction Team I I). Poetry Club (3), (4), Euclidean |3|. ill. Glee Club (4 1 Ever since she was old enough to talk. Virginia has known the right meaning for words. Right through school she has retained this ahilit and now we hear she has found the right meaning tor Harvard. Virginia’s sweet disposition, coupled with her line mind, has carried her successfully through High School, making her the perfect embodiment of our “Service” in Girls (dub. e know that you’ll do us proud at Radcliffe, Ginnv. 1)0 AI4) BROOKS “Don”, “Parson Don came to Melrose High from that famed institution of learning known as the Lincoln School, a bashful little freshman, with the firm conviction that he would do well in all his studies. His bashfulness and wonderment soon wore off, and he settled down to the dailv routine of high school life. The lad is gifted with a sunny disposition and a shock of curly hair. We can probably attribute his good nature to the simple fact that he allows neither teachers nor girls the privilege id bothering him. So. good luck, Don, may success be yours. EDGAR D. BROOKS l not ball ill. Basketball ill. Baseball (3), III Traffic Squad 111. Masque and If i g (3), I 1). Hi) (3), (4l Edgar (Eddie) Brooks came to Melrose from Milton in his freshman year. Eddie is a cheerful, honest young man who has won the triendship and admiration of all those who know him. Vbout a year ago Eddie learned to “Rowe his own boat, and e er since he has had an attractive shipmate. He plans to enter the Massachusetts Art School next year to develop his artistic talent. e hope that he has an opportunity to carry out his plans before he encounters domestic entanglemen ts. We wish Eddie a happy , prosperous future. 24 DOROTHY BROWY ‘ ' Dot “Babe , “Brownie Glee Club (2). “ Pirates of Penzance ”, “Mikado ' ' Girls ' Club (3), (4) Dorothy, better known to her friends as Dot, hailed from the Roosevelt School in the class of 29. Because of her ready wit and willingness to help. Dot has won a place for herself among those who have been privileged to know her intimately. She has a tendency toward “blushing blondes ’ and we wonder who! Dot is undecided whether to continue her vocal training or her business course, but which ever she decides to do, we wish her the best of luck. ROBERT BROWN “Bob” Orchestra (1), Glee Club (3), (4) This blue-eyed, vigorous, irrepressible youngster bounced noisily into the halls of the high school with a complete disregard for al l rules of propriety and such an engaging way of getting into mischief that he soon won all hearts. He has distinguished himself by being in the midst of any and all excitement, ranging from the operetta to “personal disagreements. As a cheer leader, Brownie took advantage of a wonderful opportunity to put a lot of noise to some use, (greatly ' appreciated by the team, of course). We 11 miss this breezy, happy-go-lucky senior, and hope he won ' t find in his battle with the world anything that will take the bouyancy from his steps or the smile from his lips. JOSEPH C. BRYAN “Joe” Cloak and Plume (1), Debating (1), Treasurer (2 I, Vice-Presi- dent (3), President (4). Masque and Wig (2 1, 1 3), (4), “Sun Ip ' (3) .“Jazz and Minuet ' ' ( 3 I , Poetry Club ( 1 ) , ( 2 I , (3) , I 4 ) , Treasurer (3 I, (4), “ School Life Staff (3), (4), Assembly Com. (3), Year Book Committee (4| Imagine fifteen years hence, a young chemical engineer is swiftly rising to success through his brilliant discoveries. Why, it ' s none other than our own Joe Bryan, who graduated from St. Mary s in 1929 and in the fall of the same year entered upon a more or less successful career of four years duration at M. H. S. Knowing Joe as we do, we ask, “Is there a problem in school or in life that he cannot overcome w ith his brains, brawn, and personality?” Well, drink deep, my hearties, and here’s a toast to Joe Bryan. May he never know failure! 25 U ' DREA CAESAR “Cinnie Chib i A ) . ( I). French Club (2). (3), ( 1), German Chib I 1 ). Junior Prom Committee i i original Monde haircut, blue eyes, and a cheer) smile.— none other than our udro who came to us from the Roosevelt School in 29. udre has zealouslv entered into several school activities and although not participating in any of the sports she has alwavs been a loval upholder of the teams. Owing to her pleasing personality Audrey has won many triends during her high school career, and we are sure that she will he a success in whatever course she pursues next year. IRENE E. CAIRNS “Red” Girls ' Club (3), (4) Irene hailed from the Gooch School four years ago. Red hasn ' t taken part in any sports, but she has been a loyal roote ' r for all the teams. Irene’s favorite pastime is dancing, but for the past year her attention has been centered on the fail town of Wakefield. Irene plans to take a course in journalism after leaving M. H. S., and we wish her the best of luck. DORIS L. CATES “Dot Girls ' Club (3), (4), Field Hockey (3), (4) Dot, another member of the East Side Brigade, hailed from the Washington School four years ago. Although she is only five and a quarter feet tall she admires the tallest of the opposite sex. Doris played on the field hockey team her junior and senior years, and she has also been a loyal rooter for the Jim team at the Y. M. C. A. Doris is planning to go into training as a nurse when she leaves M. II. S. I ,ots of I uck. Dot ! 2G MARGARET CHANDLER “Margie” Girls (.liib (3), ( I I, French Club (4), Euclidean Club I 3 I , I ll Since she entered High School, Margaret s winning person- ality has won for her many friends. Although “Margie” gives the impression of being a good girl in school (except when she’s whispering), she always is ready for fun. The high marks that she has received all through high school are much to her credit, for Margie is one of these lucky people who gets “A’s” without even studying for them. All of us who know Margie admire her for her sunny disposition, but more than that she can truly be called a friend. She has chosen Simmons to succeed M. H. S., and we all wish her the best of luck and happiness. GAIL CHASE “Gai” Art League ill. (2), Glee Club I 1 I, (2), (3), “ Pirates oj Pen- zance ” 1 2 1, Euclidean (3), Girls ' Club (3), (4), French Club (3), (4), Treasurer (3), Junior Prom Committee (3) School Lije Staff (4) Gail is the laughing girl who came to us from the Washing- ton School in 1929. During her freshman year Gail was studious, but in later years her interests and her heart fled to Brewster. Gail is a wonderful dancer, and every summer dance at Wolfboro finds her there, never lacking male escorts. By her winning smile and sunny disposition, Gail has gained many chums in M. H. S. She is planning to enter Katherine Gibbs School next year, and we wish her the best of luck. EVANGELINE CHILD “Eva” dee Club I 3 I, (4), “ Pinafore (3) Evangeline came to Melrose High in 1929 from Chestnut Street Junior High, Springfield. As she is not athletic, she did not go in for sports. She made many friends during her four years here and is planning to he a teacher of natural history. Ve are all sure you will be a success, “Eva,” and wish you the best of luck. 27 RALPH T. CIXCOTTA Tommy , “Tarzan Hi-Y (2), (3) lor some unknown reason, certainls not shyness. Ralph has remained more or less aloof from the extra-curricular activities; his onl venture into societ being his membership in the Hi-Y. In a like manner he has slighted all high school athletics with his exception of freshman football, A et, if these outside interests tailed to interest him. his studies evidently succeeded, for he has passed his course with no apparent effort. i ot content with the honor of being a graduate of Melrose High. Ralph has every in- tention td entering Mass. Nautical School which has long been his goal. JEAN CLARK “Jeanie” Glee Club I 1), I 2), (3.1 Couul ami Coed (1), “ Pirates of Penzance ' (2) Jean came to Melrose High in 1929 from the Lincoln School. Although Jean did not go in for athletics, she made many new friends during her four years with us. Now that she has reached the end of her senior year, she is planning to take up fashion designing. We all wish you the best of luck, Jean. MARION COLE “Manny “Coley” Girls ' Club (3), (4), Traffic Squad (3), ( 1) Manm was one of our interesting Rooseveltians of 29. Marion ' s pleasing personality and ready smile has won her many friends of both sexes. A on may depend on Manny’s presence at most of our dances held b the younger set. Marion has no definite plans for her inline, but probabh the business world will he illuminated by her presence. Best of success, Marion, old dear! 28 RUTH GRAM COLLINS Poetry Club 111, (2), (3), (4), Girls Club I 2), (3), President . (4), Euclidean (3), Masque and If y ig (4), Traffic Squad 1 11 Ever since Roosevelt clays, Ruth has been everyone’s friend and a friend to everyone. Her loveable nature, poise, and efficiency have carried her through high school at the top of her classes, and have made her just the best little president that the Girls Club ever had. Roosevelt School was proud to send her to high school, and now Melrose High proudly sends her to Wellesley, where we are all sure that her college days will be most successful. LOUIS COMEAU “Louie”, “Lou” Louis came to Melrose High from St. Mary’s School, a shy, bewildered, little freshman. Since then he has become a very good student. He hasn t gone in for many school activities, work outside of school having kept him busy. Lou doesn’t seem to have any weakness for the opposite sex, but you never can tell what a good natured fellow such as he is may do. We will prob- ably see Lou receiving his knocks in the staid business world next year, and we all wish him a bright and prosperous future. EVELYN CONAXIS “Eve”, “Evie” Glee Club (4) Evie, a fair, blue-eyed blonde with natural wavy hair, came marching to the Melrose High School in 1929, bearing the colors of the Lincoln School. Her cheery disposition and ready smile made her most welcome everywhere. She joined the Glee Club in her senior year and succeeded in using her vocal chords. Evelyn is undecided as to her future, but we all wish her success in what she undertakes. 29 J ACK CONLEY Jack came to us from the Conch School in 1929. Since then he has become one of the most popular members of the class, lit is one of those fellows who declares gentlemen prefer blondes, and he has the preference. He also has been one of t lie wittiest members of our class. He loves to argue with the teacher. Jack is undecided as to what lie is going to do next year, but we all leel sure that he will be successful in whatever he undertakes. Host of luck. Jack. KATHLEEN LOl ISE CONWAY “Kay”, “Caddie” Glee Club I 2 I , ( 3 ) , til. “ Pirates of Penzance. ' “ Pinafore . 7 he Mikado Girls ' Club (31, (4), Staff of “ The Torch Kav. we hope that though you’re through, You ' ll not forget the pals you knew; And, when caught in life’s busy swirl, You 41 always be the same sweet girl. Kay. we ll m iss you when you go. And no longer hear that cheery Hello! But your bright blue eyes and curly hair Will earn you through life ' s wear and tear. DOROTHY COOMBS “Dot Girls Club I 3 ) , ill Dot entered the portals of M. II. S. lrom junior year. Sin is a blue-eyed blonde, and has won her many Iriends. By the way. her 1 “Bolster. ’ Whatever ou undertake we all ot luck. Dot. Dorchester in her her winning smile favorite candy is a wish you the best ISABEL COSTA Bill”, ‘-Billie” Girls ' Club (3), (4) , Basketball (2), I 3), (4), Baseball (2), (3), field Hockey (3), (4), Tennis (4) Curly hair, twinkling eyes and a flashing smile; that’s our Billie! Billie is universally liked because of her sunny disposi- tion and grand spirit in school work. She is one of the peppy members of the class and has done her share by participating in the girls athletics. Not only has she been active in sports, but she may be seen at every hockey and football game cheering her school to victory. Billie is headed for Sargeant and we know she ' ll make good. By the way, Bill, How’s West Point? ! ! WILFRED M. COUCH ‘Will ’, “Willie”, “Fred Masque and Wig, Cloak and Plume Will came to Melrose High in 1929 from the Gooch School. From the moment of his entrance, his cheery smile and sunny disposition won for him many friends in all the classes. Of a helpful nature and loyal to his friends, Will is deserving of and will surely achieve success as he tackles the problems of life in a manner that will emphasize the fine qualities that he so fortunately possesses. ANITA MARY COUNSELL “Nete”, “Neeta” Girls ' Club (3) , (4) Nete entered Melrose High School as a freshman from the Roosevelt School. She w 7 as an innocent, chubby little blonde, with blue eyes and short, fair hair. She has been a faithful fol- lower of the school activities all through the four long years. She has made many friends with her lovable, canary-like chatter, and we hope she will continue to do so. Her ambition is to be a chemist. After a post-graduate course she will probably con- tinue her chemical education at Simmons. Of course, we all wish her luck and hope that she will not spoil her little hands meddling with chemicals. 31 THOM S CHAM! Tom” Basketball I 1 ) I’om entered M. II. S. as a graduate from the Gooch school. His t as -going manner, accompanied h keen wit and ready humor, has won him many friends. The fact that Tom has not grown since he entered high school is probabl) explained because ol his dislike for work, although he never fails to accomplish a task set before him. Ilis favorite sport is basketball, and he always makes a great shoyving in the game. I om s plans for the future are not concrete, but whatever he does y e know that only success will follow him. WALLACE RAYMOND CREELMAN “Wally” “Cap ' n President uj Class (2). (3), Id). Year Book Staff. Junior Prom Committee. Basketball I 2). (3), Captain ill. Baseball (2), (3). Captain if). Hi (2), Corresponding Secretary I 3), President III. Orchestra ill. Band ill. Cheer Leader 1.3. id). Euclidean ( 3 I , I d I . Traffic Squail ( 2 I , ( 3) , ( I I Four years ago there entered into our midst from the Washington School one of the most popular members of our class. ally has taken an active part in all school activities. Three times he has been elected president of our class. In his junior year he was chairman of the committee which conducted one of the finest proms ever held in M. H. S. The Hi-y Club had a very successful season under his capable leadership. Cap n is also a three letter man in basketball, of which he yvas captain, and in baseball. In addition to this fiis friendly spirit and yy inning smile have gained him hosts of friends who wish him the best of luck as he leaves Melrose High School. James j. cronin “Jim’, “Jimmy” James, known to everyone as Jim, joined us four years ago from St. Mary ' s School. He has gained a host of friends by liis cheery grin and ready wit. Although he has not partici- pated in any school athletics, when springtime comes around Jim can he seen throwing the proverbial “pill around. Jim has no plans for next year as vet, but probably will attend some preparatory school and then college. Rest of luck, Jim. 32 EILEEN CROSSMAN Girls Club I 3), (4), Cloak and Chime I I I Eileen and her curls joined our ranks from the Gooch School. Not long after she had been in M. H. S., she did up her curls and assumed a dignified air. Although Eileen hasn ' t taken active part in athletics, she has been an enthusiastic sup- porter at school games. Because of her sunm disposition and abilitv to take life as it comes, she has made many friends; but most of her interests are in New Hampshire! Eileen intends to go to Emerson. We wish her the best of success. HELEN CROUSS Girls Club (2), (3), (4), Debating Society (3), Secretary (4), Art Club (4) Four years ago a demure young lady from the Gooch School entered M. H. S. Being one of the most attractive girls in the class of ’33, Helen soon started quite a flurry in the masculine ranks. Although not an athlete, she has always been an enthusiastic supporter of the teams. Helen is distinguished for a number of things, especially drawing. We feel certain of her success in the future. BURTON CURLEY “Burt’’ Orchestra 111, Band I 1 ) , I 2 I Burt came to M. H. S. in 29, a small, but not unimportant Freshman. With his ready smile and pleasing disposition he has made many friends throughout his sojourn at Melrose High. Burt has a natural musical talent and has benefited by the fact that people pay for “sax appeal. ’ He has already had a great deal of experience with various orchestras, and we feel confident that he will be successful in his musical career. Here s wishing you the best of luck. Burt. 33 ROBERT . Cl RUT ’Bob . “400 Baseball 111. ( 2 I . (3) Bob came to tlii famous institution of learning four years ago after graduating from the Roosevelt School. Bob has been able to win main lriends In his pleasing personality and his unique sense of humor. Bob has a beautiful set of teeth which tends to make the fair se go goo-goo. He has the honor of being tiie onl member of his class to earn an M his freshman ear. Bob is a natural ball player and it is said around the cir- cuit that he is the cleverest fielder in the league. Bob plans to follow up baseball as a livelihood. He expects to play in the New England League during the summer months before enter- ing New Hamden Prep School in the fall. We all join in wish- ing him plenty of luck both in baseball and in school. PHOEBE DANIELS French Club (3), I 1). Girls ' Chib |3), I I) I here is a little ray of sunshine known at high school as Phoebe Daniels. Brightness and gaiety have joined hands in this girl, for wherever she goes, the world seems brighter. Although we all feel sorry that she has “no skill in playing the piano, the keys 11 under hei light touch, and Girls’ Club has been ver fortunate in enjoying her lyric soprano voice. W ith the exception of her brother, until this year the opposite sex has never had lor her any special appeal. Now l’hee realizes that there are men in the world, and that the well known school lech, is attended b one certain Swain. Now ' more than ever her lovely curly hair seems “straight, and her worries over her appearance have doubled. Phee, may you carry your gay ray ol joy to Mas . Stall ' next year. Good luck! CAROLYN DEARLNGTON “Carol Girls (.lab i ll. Foclry Club I 1 ). Debating Society (. � ), I I l With those two, big brown eyes and an ambition to be a dress designer and writer, success will surely fall to Carolvn. After next year as a P. G. she will go to Wellesley and then to art school. I his summer she expects to meet her heart s desire, a certain young Chicago man. Best of luck! 34 MARION LOUISE DECKER Jo” Girls’ Club (3), (4), French Club (4) When you see Jo Decker ’l ou II say it’s not surprisin’ I hat she should have a “Ray” of sun On her horizon. For Jo Decker’s hair is blond, Her eyes are bluey-green. She is most obliging, Has good nature by the ream. Oh, yes, she’s very charming, And when she is a nurse, We know when patients see her, They won’t feel any worse. MURIEL De Elf I ETAS Glee Club (l), (2 I, 13), (4), “ Count and Co-ed 111, “ Pirates of Penzance” (2), “ Pinafore ” (3), “ Mikado ’ I I), Girls ' Club I 3 1 , 1 4 1 , Cashier (4 ) Just imagine what you would have missed if this attractive brunette, very well known by all her classmates for her charming features and dynamic personality had not entered M. H. S. fiecause Muriel has succeeded in becoming our leading lady in the “Mikado,” she intends to make her voice help her to become “Somebody” — !! Going places and doing things seems to be the motto of these dare-devils who go “tearing” around Melrose in a blue car licensed 3003. Remember? EVELYN DI NATALE Girls’ Club (4), Glee Club (4) This tiny brown-eyed girl came to Melrose High in her junior year to make many friends and acquaintances. Although she is quiet in school, those who know her at other times have enjoyed her company because of her sweet disposition and her love of fun. Evelyn intends to return as a P. G. before continuing her education at a business school. Best of luck. Dutchie. 35 1RGIN1A DOUGim Masque and II ig I 2). (3), ill. (Hrls dial) ( 1) (.in. as we know her. is that certain something that is capable of making anything potent. Slow hut sure, that’s she. l our years ago this wise little girl entered high school from lie ashington School as one of those rare freshmen who was a Pauling to even upper classmen. Since then, she has been bus trotting hack and forth between her home room and room . ' )«). In ' ) ! you ma have seen her helping the Masque and Wig Society b doing all sorts of work. We hear, no, it isn’t being told, that Ginn) intends to Kimble the field of interior decoration into flames. So. here s looking at you, Gin. IN CENT J. Ul GCAN “ in,” “Vinny ’ Vinny, a happy-go-lucky fellow, entered M. H. S. as a graduate of St. Mary s School. His pleasing personality and happy grin have won for him the friendship of us all. He has the happy faculty of being aide to get good marks without a great deal of study. in’s favorite sport is swimming, and every summer he can be seen at the local pond showing just how it is done. in plans to attend Notre Dame L diversity, where he will undertake a course in journalism. Best yvishes, Yin. CHARLES DYER Charles is one of that group usually designated as the “salt of the earth. He is not spectacular, hut steadiness and good nature should carry him far. Here’s hoping that he may continue to act as a balance wheel in whatever position life places him. FREDERIC FALL() “F red” Orchestra 111. Baud ( I I Fred entered Melrose High School as ;i freshman from the Washington School in 1929. During his stay here he has studied diligently and efficiently, keeping on the honor or credit list most of the time. He has won lasting friendships through his quiet, pleasant manner, and always has a cheery word for anyone he meets. Fred has followed the preparatory course and intends to continue his studies at the U. S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, learning how to become an admiral for Uncle Sam. HAZEL EERO Hade” This attractive New York girl entered the Melrose High School in her sophomore year. Hazel came from Elmira Academy, New York, in 1930. During her senior year and part of her junior year she was elected one of the cafeteria book- keepers. Hazel s cleverness and sweet disposition will never be forgotten. Hazel seems to prefer Malden to Melrose. We wonder why. She has not planned what to do in the future, but we are sure she will be a success in whatever she undertakes. ALVIRA FERRARO “Al” Alvira is a cheery, nice little person with lovely dark eyes and a big smile. We have noticed that although she often airs her dislike of carrying books, she is always at her desk of a school-day morning. As a freshman she came to Melrose High from the Washington School, of which she seems to have been very fond. Alvira would like to lie a bookkeeper, and we feel sure she would make a very good one. This young lady’s smile and her willingness to help out a friend will not soon be for- gotten by her classmates. 37 GEORGE K. FORBES ‘‘Skipper Masque and II ig I 1 ) George. commonlv known as Skipper, came to the Melrose High School from the I xoosevelt School in 1929. He is cheerful and industrious. generally succeeding in whatever he undertakes. Skipper is very popular, especially among the hoys. Owing to the tact that he is a horn cabinet-maker, he was made a wood- working member of the Masque and W ig society. Ilis one and only ambition is to follow the sea. and so we wish him success and lots of luck. RITA L. FORTIER “Ret Basketball 111. ill. Baseball (2). I 3). Captain 111. Girls ' Club I 2 I. id), ill. Induction Team (4), Junior Prom Committee (3), Traffic Squad III. 1 ear Book Committee (1). Librarian (4) In 1929 Melrose High School was introduced to Ret who came here from the Gooch School. Her sincerity, dependability, and friendliness has made her a pal to many underclassmen as well as a favorite in the Senior Class. She may always be seen with a smile for everyone, as she stands guard at the fire door near Room 37. Ret is just Fuller fun and vitality. Besides being a pal Ret is an outstanding athlete, having played on the different teams. All the luck in the world, Ret. RICHARD H. FOSTER “Dick” Debating Society (3), III. Basketball 111. Tennis 1 3 1 . Cap- tain III. Year Book Staff (4) f rom the moment he entered high school. Dicks ready smile and pleasing manner established him as one of the best liked and most popular members of the class. He is an exceptionally (me athlete, playing a good game of basketball and being one of the best tennis plavcrs in the school. His prowess in athletics, however, docs not exceed his ability as a student, a fact which was evinced b his selection as Literary Editor of the ‘‘Year Book. ext year will probably find Dick a freshman at Bow doin. 38 RICHARD B. FRANKLIN II i- V l 2 I , ( 3 ) , Secretary I I I Dick, a Washington School alumnus, has made many friends in high school, on account of his winning smile and personality. Although Dick participates only in tennis, lie is a strong sup- porter of all athletics, and this year served well in the capacity of manager of the basketball team. Dick has been a very active and prominent member in Hi-Y, and this year has done an out- standing piece of work as secretary. Dick is undecided about his future plans, hut whatever he does we wish him the best of luck. DOROTHY FRENCH Girls ' Cluh (3), (4), Euclidean (3 1, ( 4 1 . Poetry Club 111 Dot was among the “Rooseveltians” who became full-fledged freshmen in 1929. Since then she has taken part in a number of school activities and has made many lasting friendships. All who come in contact with Dot respect her for her dependability and sincerity. Although she may sometimes appear rather quiet, those of us who know her better can tell you that she is not always so. Dot is now practising at the Roosevelt School for her future career of teaching. We wish you success at Bridge- water next fall. Dot. We re sure you will achieve it. JOHN FRYE Four years ago John received from the Roosevelt School a diploma which sentenced him to four years hard labor within the golden portals of M. H. S. Since that eventful day, John has made many friends among the pupils of that famous institu- tion by his sunny smile. He is a willing worker and will be long remembered for his handling of the “School Life” Advertise- ments. If you ever need a real friend, consult John, and your worries will be over. The class of 1933 wishes him the best of luck. 39 NORMAN FI RBKR Manager of Basketball ill. Hi-) (2). (3), III, Glee Club (3), (4) E-ee-eek. shrill, piercing shriek, for that’s the only word that can describe it. is the most suitable introduction to Norman l utber. Ibis blonde, blue-eyed infant with the marve- lous lung power can put to shame any soprano. He came from the Washington School with a great many ideas on the original things lie was going to show the high school, and lo! not a person in the school wouldn t recognize that weird squeak as an indication that Normie was in trouble again. He was manager ol the basketball team last year, a H i - N member, and a He Molay Bov. ELINOR MORTON GILES “Egee” Girls ' Club (2). ( 3 1 , ill. Class Basketball (4), Euclidean (3), III, Baseball Manager (31, French Club (4) Everybody knows and likes Egee. Ever since she entered Melrose High from the Gooch, she has been one of the most good- natured. fun loving, and popular members of the class. Her four years at school have been busy ones. Manager of baseball in her junior ear. active in Girls’ Club, and four years of basket- ball which culminated in making the team, were only some of her activities. After a half-year as a post-graduate. Elinor is planning to go into training at Massachusetts General. Her mam friends including those at New Prep wish her all the success in the world. FRANCENA M. GILL “Genie” Girls Club (3. 1, 111, Glee Club III, (2). I 3 1 , 1 4), “ Count and Co-ed I I I I ranccna entered Melrose High four years ago liom the Washington School. We find her name among the Glee Club members for four years and also in the chorus of the Count and Co-ed.” She lias never missed a football game. I lie Rain- bow Club has taken up much of her time, or does Hopedale take up more. Genie? We wonder! She’s open for suggestions as how to spend her time next year. Here ' s wishing you oceans of luck. Genie! 40 CONSTANCE GILMORE Orchestra 111, Girls ' Club (3). Ill Everyone enjoys Connie. This winsome lass of winning ways seems to he eternally happy, and while in this state literally exudes pleasure and happiness. Connie’s ability as an artist is well-known, and her love for horses and sport is classic. Although she is the friend of everyone who meets her, the older, more mature members of colleges are her special friends. Connie would become an ideal co-ed, hut a red roadster parked on Lake Avenue mav occupy her college days. Good luck, Connie ! JAMES JOSEPH GORMAN “Nick” “Jim” James wandered into this institute of learning from St. Mary’s School, that day in 1928. Jim, or Nick, as he is more commonly known, liasn t taken part in athletics because of out- side activity. Nevertheless he has always found time to support the teams, especially hockey. Nick hasn’t made up his mind what he w ants to be, but w hatever you do, Nick, we re wishing you the best of luck. MARGARET GRIFFIN Margie” Girls Club ill. Field Hockey (3), (4| Margie came to us from the Gooch School. Although she was very bashful, she soon was well acquainted with everyone. She is still bashful, hut to those with whom she becomes ac- quainted, she is a lively, fun-loving friend. She goes away up to Wilton, New Hampshire, every week-end and really h as a marvelous time!!! She ' s fond of riding, and when not ridin her own horse, up in Wilton, she ' s out on one from the ridin school. She’s undecided about next year; but best of luck, Margie ! ! 41 tj_ sc FRED E. GWYW “Freddie” ( ' .look and Plume ill. Baseball 111. “Sun Ip (3), “You and ” ill. Football (31. ill. Log Staff ill, Junior Prom Com. (3) Hi) (2). (3 1 . 111 . Masque and [fig (3), (4) During his four years at M. H. S.. Fred has been one of the most genial, active, and popular members of the class. He is talented artistically and lias a decided gift for music; he has taken an active interest in sports and is withal a fine student. 1 ho activities of the school hare been improved by his participa- tion in them, and Fred has been a leader of the school’s social side. e t rear Fred will, without doubt, take his talents to Bowdoin College where lie will continue to be a leader. Luck, Fred. WALTER HALL alter is one of those good-natured fellows who emigrated w i tli the Roosevelt class of 29. His happy-go-lucky disposition has won him many friends here at school. Walter’s interest in farming inclines us to believe that lie will attend some agricul- tural college in the near future. However, whatever it may be, we all rvisii him success and the best of luck. JOSEPH P. HALLAHAN ‘ ' Joe ’ Joe entered our institution from St. Mary ' s School. Dur- ing his time here he has been a very good and studious pupil. Although he was not able to participate in any sports he was an ardent lollower of the teams wherever they went. Joe plans to he a writer after his graduation and don’t be surprised to see Joe enter some higher institution of learning. 42 MABKL HARm “Betty” (,irls Club I A), (4), Glee Club 1 2), (3), I 1) Betty came to us from the Roosevelt School in 1929. During For four years this diminutive chap has walked the corridors ol Melrose High. He migrated from t he Roosevelt School, where he was very active in athletics as well as other school activities. Buit’s ambition is to travel and see this world we live in. His special desire is California, preferably Hollywood and Malibu Beach. We are all sure that he will reach that land of sun, and we wish him success in the future. these four years she has made many friends. Betty is one of the quiet members of the Class of 1933. We wish you luck and success during your studies at the Forsythe Dental School, Betty! w BURTON HARLOW “Burt”, “Pud” 43 RODGER HAYDEN Podge “Schnozzle “Maestro Debating Society (3). ill. Debating Team 111. Euclidean Society (• ' I. Masque and II ig ill. Glee (dub (3), III. Pinafore (3), Mikado I 1 I Podge entered M. II. S. with the rest of us but managed to forge ahead. Podge has made a name for himself in his studies and activities. His pleasing personality, his ready wit, Ids philosophical ideas, and his never-failing sense of humor have made him a ver popular boy around the school. In the future Podge intends to use his speaking proclivities in the eapacitv of a lawyer. His immediate goal is Harvard, where he wishes to further his education. Good Luck. Podge. LOUIS B. HEATON, JR. -) (2), 1 31. ill. Traffic III. School Life III, Euclidean 13 I, (4) Louis, or Bus, as he is better known, entered M. H. S. from the W ashington School in 1929. Bus has a personality which is hard to equal. He is always pleasant and ready to help anyone. In case you don t know him, he is the tall, good-looking boy who has a traffic post outside the main office. In studies. Bus has always ranked among the best in his class, and on these marks he is planning to enter Harvard next fall. Good luck, Bus. We sure know you ' ll make good. BARBARA HEIN LEIN Girls (dub 111, Secretary ( 2 1 , (3), Chairman of Prom Com- mittee (3), Year Book Staff ( 1 1 B that cheery smile and sunny disposition, Barbara has won her way into the hearts of her many classmates. Her will- ingness to serve and help made her a most efficient Class Secretary for two years and by her hard and diligent efforts, she helped in making the Junior Prom a great success as Chairman of the 1 icket Committee. Besides being active in school organizations, Barb has been a constant supporter of the football and hockey teams. Her curly black hair has long been a source of admira- tion. and we have discovered that “red (her favorite color) is a most becoming contrast. Barbara shall attend “The Chamberlain School of Every Day Art. ’ and we extend our most hearty wishes for all the success in the world. 44 HOWARD HICKEY Hi-Y (2), (3 1, 111, Masque and Wig (4) In 1929, the portals of the Lincoln School flung wide their gates to allow Howard M. Hickey to enter our fair High School. Grampus, as he is affectionately known to his closer cohorts, has been very active in school affairs. He managed the championship football team of 1931. Although he seemed averse to feminine relations for his first three years, after a summer at Exeter, he blossomed into one of the most dashing members of Melrose s younger set. Howard has an innate longing for the sea, and despite his many amours, intends to spend his life as a bachelor sea captain. Good luck at University of Pennsylvania. Howard. w ? JOSEPH HIGGINS ‘ ' Joe”, “Hig” Joe Higgins came to annoy the teachers of Melrose High School from the relieved Washington School. Joe is no woman hater, and he doesn t care who knows it. Joe intends to fuither his education in a law school. Let ' s wish Hig the best of luck. MARJORIE HINDON “Marjie” Girls’ Club (3), 4 ) , Cheer -Leader (4 1 Marjie came to M. H. S. from the Washington School. She has never taken an active part in athletics, but she is a staunch supporter of all the teams. During the fall this attractive brunette served as cbeerdeader and she certainly received plenty of support. Marjie is not scholastically inclined, but we suspect that history is her favorite study since she is so interested in James 11. Marjie’s plans are not concrete, but we wish her the best of luck. 45 LEON RI) HINES “Pickles . “Butch . 5T Pickles is one of those lucky fellows who pet supreme en- joyment out of anything. A stocks boy, who can “give and take it. He has won mans friends Its his winning smile alone. He has mans and saried interests: no event is complete without Hutch, svhether at the hockey games, parties, trips, or the Melrose Theatre, i k him about his famous eviction record.) Leonard s main iunetion seems to he to make Squeaks F urber’s life miser- abb-. Lenin will be successful svherever he goes, and so we congratulate St. Johns Prep. MARSHALL E. HIRD “Thundering ’ Orchestra ill. (21, (3). |4). Glee CIul) (4), Mikado I ll Marshall entered Melrose High School from the Roosevelt School, class of 1 C 2D. He was one of the quieter members of our class. Although Marshall has never appeared as a social lion in his four years of high school, we can truthfully say that his good-natured, jovial ways have brought him more than one steady, fast friend. We hope Marshall’s keen appreciation for music will he of service to him in years to come. Marshall doesn ' t know just what his plans for the future are, but whatever he does we wish him success. ELIZABETH HODGMAN Betty Girls ' Club (3), (-4) Belly came to Melrose High School four years ago from the Gooch School. This petite and pretty senior has won much popularitv with her frank pleasing manner. er favorite recrea- )Ut turn is dancing. Betty has no definite plans for the future whatever she decides upon we wish her the. best ol luck! 46 W. STOWELL HOWARD Stovvell came to Melrose High from the Roosevelt School back in 1929. A quiet and conscientious fellow, he has dili- gently applied himself to his studies and found little time in which to engage in any student activities. Neat and attractive in appearance, he is well-liked by all with whom he has come in contact. A desire to attend the magnificent new high school now nearing completion has influenced Stowell in his decision to take a P. G. before entering Boston University where we know that success waits him. JOHN HUGHES Melrose High School can congratulate itself on matriculating such a popular person as John Hughes. Throughout his four years John has so endeared himself to the hearts of his class- mates as to simply radiate enjoyment and friendship wherever he goes. John is one of the most independent hoys we know, and this rare trait combined with a sense of true friendship, apprecia- tion of the arts, and athletic ability make him not only the Pride of the Hughes family but the Pride of M. H. S., Glass of 1933. Although John’s plans are tentitive, his next years will probably be spent at Duke University. BEATRICE HULT Four years ago the Washington School sent a quiet blond to us. She is still quiet after four years of High School. Bea’s pet reply is “I don ' t know,” to avoid answering in class. She still hates to answer questions. Her hobbies are parties and dancing with tall brunettes. We don’t blame her for cultivating these hobbies. They are very interesting. 47 DO ROT 1IK A III TER Dot ' , Dotty Melrose 1 1 i 1 1 School will miss Dot s cheers laugh and merry pranks when she is learning the was to a mans heart by becom- ing a ehel par excellence at I amis Farmers Cooking School. Wherever this former Washington fun-leader is. an appreciative group gathers to indulge in carefree fun. But Dot can he serious at times. She is. for instance, sers patriotic. We have heard her singing Yankee Doodle quite frequently. We ssish Dot success in the future and know that she will make as many lriends in later life as she did during her four years with us. RUTH HUNTER Babe” Librarian Ruth came from the Washington School in 1929. She svandered through the halls of M. hi. S. with other bewildered freshmen, and after four years became a dignified senior. Babe puts tun and pep into any gathering she is in. She has not achieved brilliant marks, but rather those of a steady nature which lead to consistant success. Ruth is planning to enter “Farmer s Cooking School after graduation. All the luck in the world. Ruth, and may you continue to make friends in your future lile as you have in M. H. S. EDNA I Mill AM “Ed”, Eddie” Edna entered M. II. S. in 1929 from the Washington School, a v ei quiet and demure little girl. However, years have elapsed since then, and we find that Edna iias grown very familiar with tin ways of a dignified senior. Her favorite pastimes seem to b walking and reading, and how she does love them! Ednas one ambition in life is to be a dietitian and 1 am sure she will prove very successful in this vocation. May the best of luck always remain with you. Ed. but in the years to come don I forget the manv friends you made in M. II. S. 48 ETHEL LOUISE JEWETT “Babe” Orchestra (1), Band (1), Cloak and Blame ll), Secretary of French Club (4), Girls’ Club (3), (4), Glee Club (4), Mikado (4) Babe is fun and bubbling over with life and pep. Some of us did not have the fun of knowing her before this year, because she spent her junior year at Ashley Hall in Charleston, S. C., where she acquired good marks, honors, and lipstick. Babe has received good marks this year; she has been very active in school activities, belonging to Glee Club and Girls’ Club, taking part in the Mikado, and secretary of French Club, and she has made herself very dear to many of us. Babe plans to train at Simmons to be a secretary. LAWRENCE E. JOHNSON, JR. “Lawry” Art League (2), J ice-President (3), President (4), Glee Club (2), (3), (4), Pirates of Penzance (2), H. M. S. Pinafore (3), Mikado (4), Hi-Y (2), (3) Lawry came to the high school along with the rest of the Washington School Class of 1928. Lawry’s chief interests seem to be travel, art, and music. He has enjoyed activity in both the Art League and Glee Club. When winter winds begin to bowl, he leaves us and sojourns to the warmer climes of Miami Beach, Florida, but when spring is in the air, he comes back along with the rest of the birds. He plans to return to Florida in the fall and enter Miami University. We wish you great success. Lawry. CHESLEY KASPRZAK “Chet” Chet came to us from the Gooch School. Although not a member of any of our clubs, he has many friends. He likes his lecess period best of all, especially with the gang. He is very bashful when in the presence of the feminine sex. We wish him lots of luck lor the future. 49 JOHN K I I l .l 1 1 I K Jack kcl 1” Track CM. ill. Glee Club ( I I kcll entered our most high institute ol learning from the I’o ' be Junior High School. Malden. He hopes to graduate with high honors lids year and will enter the big business world where we know he will succeed. Ihis will he onl temporary for Kell ha visions of being a big league baseball player some day; so it won t be long before we see his picture on the front page of the paper as the hero of the World Series. Good Luck, Kell. VERA K EM SON Therapeia Club (4) era came to the VI. H. S. from the Roosevelt School in 192S. During her four ears here she has made many new irie.ud- and acquaintances. In her senior year she became Presi- dent of the Therapeia Club. Now that she has reached her senior y ear, sue is planning to complete her education in a train- ing school lor nurses. We all wish yam the best of luck. Vera! ETHEL KEN ElO Eth . Ken Cub s Club 111. dee Club 1 4). Mikado (4) L very time anyone needs help. Ethel comes to the rescue. Her contagious giggle has won her many friends. The operetta, in which she has a large part, has taken most of her time this last year. I o mention her ability to do things would be endless. Dancing and singing, in which she excels, point her way to success. II ow often we hear this easily excited lady talking of her wor- ries. It is quite evident she prefers tall. dark, handsome men because of Medford, Mass. She is undecided about her life work, but whatever it is, it will he a success, as everything is which she attempts. Good luck. Eth. 50 RAYMOND LARSON “Ray” Hav e you noticed the drummer in one of the more popular local jazy bands recently? Well, that eminent wielder of per- cussion instruments is Ray Larson. Ray first came to Melrose High from the Washington School and for four years he has studiously pursued the golden fruits of higher knowledge. Rav is skilled in the use of languages, he has a keen mathematical mind, and he can boast a definite talent in music. At first appearance Ray seems a reticent sort of fellow, but he has made many friends in his high school career. We all wish you the best of luck, Ray. DOROTHY E. LAWRENCE Dot” Girls’ Club Do you know our little Dotty? Of course you do. Every- body knows her. What ' s that old proverb about good things coming in small packages? Judging by her host of friends it must be that radiant smile and happy disposition that wins. She has shown great interest in Rainbow and is now headed for the top ot that organization. Have you ever noticed her color scheme holds greatly to “Browne?” Our guess is that when miles separate, the color is a great reminder. Dot is planning to attend Simmons College. Here ' s to your future success, Dotty! LINWOOD P. LEAVITT “Lemo” “Lin” Lin entered high school upon graduation from the Lincoln School in ’29. He has gone through school leaving a smooth record, always securing many new friends, with his ever ready “smile that charms.” His curly locks top off a fine physical body which has been built up through his love of basketball, wrestling, tumbling, and many other sports. We know that his determination to conquer what he seeks, will continually secure him honor and success as he wins himself a fine place in the world. 51 M.ICL LI.KNER A lie (tills (.III!) In veais Mice might lie called the bab of the class, hut in intellect she is one of the top-notehers. The Washington School must have given her a good foundation to enable her to leap ahead ol the rest of us so. for Mice is onI fifteen. High school work i- dillicult to most students, hut to her it is an easv. en- jovahle matter of course. Mthough she has been on the honor roll during most of the four years in high school, her outstand- ing abilitv is shown in french. Because she is so voung, site expects to lake a post graduate course, and then go on to llad- i 1 i lie. Good luck to von. Mice. SIDNEY LEVINE Sid For he ' s a jolly good jellou II liich nobody can deny. Mwavs laughing and fooling, and read) to assist when- ever he can — that s Sid Levine. He was a pupil of the Lincoln Junioi High in Malden before he came to Melrose High. How- ever. he was alreadv popular here as he attended the Lincoln School hen in Melrose for quite a while. He hopes to become a doctor alter studying medicine at Harvard l niversity. We all know that hell lie successful. Good luck. Sid! JOHN B. LEWIS Mungy” Big. slow, red-headed, and good-natured. This describes Mungv. who. I v the wav. entered from the Washington School. In the fall ol his freshman vear he plaved guard on the freshman lootball team. Spring found him on the baseball diamond, and Mac soon saw that he had found a pitcher. During his remaining three vear- he has been a mainstav on the baseball squad. Mthough he is more athleticallv than scholasticallv inclined, Mungv has alvvavs managed to do well in his studies. His readv Hiiile has made him a wide circle of friends, and we all wish him the best of luck. 5 2 PARKER E. LICHTENSTEIN Football ill. (2). I 3 1 , Baseball ( Manager I (2)1. (I). Hi-) I 2 I. I 3 ), ( 4 I Parker entered the portals of VI. H. S. from the Roosevelt School in the famous year of 1929. As a freshman. Parker was rather shv. hut it didn I take him long to gel acquainted and make many friends. He belongs to the handsome, dark-haired class that minds their own business and get along ery well. lie always takes home a minimum number of books, but his marks are always the best. Parker hopes to go to Tech next year. W e all wish him the best of luck and hope he becomes a success. ARTHUR LITHCOW Euclidean I 3 I . Ill; Masque ami Wig III Arthur . Lithgow has been one of our really reliable and hard working members of the ( lass of 1933. Possessed of a ready wit and sense of humor, a genuine ability for acting, and a flair for the artistic, he has won the hearts of a large number of associates. Art commanded many of our superlatives for his portrayal of his part in the annual Masque W ig play, “You and I. Arthur has also done well in his studies and plans to enter Antioch College in the fall. Best of hick. DONALD LIVINGSTON “Don” Basketball (3), (4): Hi-Y 111: Year Booh Staff: Track (1), 1 2 1 , ( 3 ), Captain 111 ; Football 111 , ( 2 ), ( 3 ), Captain 111 : Traffic Squad (2 1, (3), Captain ( 4 I The Washington School has given us Don. and if that is its only claim to distinction, we re satisfied. Don’s motto is “Pals first, and in four years of friendship we’ve never found him guilty of a selfish thought. To mention all of Don’s accom- plishments in a single paragraph is an impossible task. It is enough to say that he was ever willing to give his all for the success of anything he undertook. His loyalty to the school is well exemplified by his sterling work on gridiron, track, and court. Good luck pal. and we knoyv that success will be ours. whatever the goal. 53 II K I. ' i LOBDELL Bink Freshman Orchestra ( 1 1 Bink entered this institution for higher learning from the Lincoln School in 1929. He is a quiet fellow, not well known In all his classmates, hut liked In those who know him. He likes hunting and has a hohln for building boats. He is an in- dustrious bin and can always be found busy at something. He does not know what tie is going to do in the future, but he seems interested in mechanical lines. Whatever Bink undertakes, his classmates wish him success. BERTHA LOFCHIE Bert , “Baila ” Girls ' Club (3), Ill; Baseball Manager l ll f or four years Bertha’s cheery smile and pleasing person- ality have paraded every hall and classroom of Melrose High. She is a staunch supporter of all athletics, and even succeeded in making a stellar forward of herself on the senior class team. Bertha has a reputation for being a very good scholar, having kept her name on the honor roll the larger part of her high school career. As a court reporter, we are sure that Bertha will prove herself more than worthy of the position. Best of luck ,Bert! M A BELLE LOPEZ May” l our years ago May was welcomed to our midst destined to leave us to follow a musing career. Her many friends will miss the cheer) smile which has become so much a part of her. We wish ou the best of luck, May. 54 ELEANOR C. lA ' CAS (ilee Club (2) , Girls’ Club I 2). (3), 111 From t he north, in the spring of 29. came flowers to the local woods and Eleanor to the local boys. Leaving Wakefield in the spring and joining our midst in the fall was hard on our neighboring town and it is a fact that they have not yet forgotten her. Her first and second years were passed with a Dutch bob, loads of fresh young life, and a distinct leaning to I lie opposite sex. With her position as assistant for a local prominent dentist in the third year came a pronounced air of sophistication and poise. Her charming smile and flashing teeth, attract you, take you, and hold you. MARTHA LUCEY “Mud”, “Matty” Martha came to Melrose High from St. Mary s School in 1929 as a shy, petite freshman. Her sunny disposition soon won for her a host of friends. Though she has grown in wisdom, she has not greatly grown in size, but she manages to be a dig- nified senior. Matty has shown great interest in all school activi- ties although she has joined no clubs. Next year Matty plans to go to some college. We all wish her success and good luck. DOROTHY LUNDBF.RG “Dot”, “Dottie” Girls ' Club 1 3), (4); Masque and Wig (3), III; Euclidean (3), (4) While in high school, “Dotty” has won many steadfast friends, because she herself is such a good friend and good sport. Although very active in school affairs, she still finds time to prepare her lessons perfectly, and the number of A’s she has received shows the result of study plus brains. Dot is never un “Kemp”! and, for some tall, dark, and good-looking reason, 4 Lifts is her favorite college. Next year, however, she will honor Simmons with her presence. We know she doesn t need any of our luck, but we wish it to her just the same. 55 LORI v; I A FORD “Grampa” I urlidean (31. President l I). Hi) (2 1. (3) Fining Lyford. known as Grampa and l nole Eph to his friends, came to Melrose High after graduating in 29 from the W ashington School, his onh assets being an angelic face and a ' ii lor looling. which his appearance belied. During the four ears of high school, he did not cover himself with anv outstand- ing glorv. but those with whom he became acquainted realized hir. worth. He plans to go to Tufts where he will studv engineer- ing. Good l.uck. and don t lose heart, Gramp! KENNETH LYLE “Ken”, “Kenney” Ow ing to the fact that his time has been otherwise occupied, kennev has not taken part in extra-curricular activities. He has been more fortunate than many of us in his immunity to growing pains. Never mind. Ken, although nature did not make you a giant, she b no means left you unendowed; for manhood is not measured in avoirdupois, but in a little Anglo-Saxon word of four letters— sometimes referred to as “intestinal fortitude. GATRIONA MacDONAFl) kitt ”. “Kits”. Kit (,iils (Hub l3l. ill: Art League (3). Ill: Year Booh Com- mittee ( I I There is onl one thing we all regret, that kilt) did not come to Melrose High School until her second year. Cambridge was the loser. kit is a miraculous combination of “brains and beaut), abilit) in school and loads of fun outside. Some one once exclaimed, “Is there amthing she cant do! We wonder. Rest ol all. she is a friend, worths of that title. As, of all hei lalents. art seems to be her favorite, kit intends to be a designer after completing her course at Jackson, ' i ou don t need luck, kit, but here it is! 5G THOMAS E. MacCONAGLK “Tom ’, “Mac” loin came to Melrose High a graduate of t lie Roosevelt School, class of 29. Tom is a quiet fellow, hut to those who are really familiar with him, he is a welcome associate and a real sport. Although not prominent in school activities, he entered track his freshman and sophomore years and work kept him out his other two. During the past two years, Tom has spent most of his time in the meal business. His future plans are et quite indefinite: nevertheless the class of 3d wishes him the best of success. NAOMI Mac HUGH Debating Society ( 4 ) Our chief youthful examplar of la vie moderne. hut feminine withal to the last degree. A personality as gay and charming as the many costumes she wears with unconscious grace. Her bub- bling enthusiasm which communicates itself to others and keeps her younger than her years. A delightful, unaffected girl and loo much addicted to studying. Good luck, Naomi! VIRGINIA MACKAY “Gin “Mac Girls Club (4) Into this worthy institution of higher learning skipped Gin, as meek as her other freshmen pals — but even freshies change. She’s a fair, blue-eyed miss, always ready for some fun and excitement. Although slightly reticent on the surface, she’s positively garrulous to her many friends. Mac’s a loyal devotee to all school sports, and has given her worthy services in basket- ball. A smiling greeting, a witty remark, an abrupt “So long,” that’s our Gin. Massachusetts Art School has claimed our Gin’s future, and we all wish her the best of luck. Happy, happy days, Gin! 57 JOHN KODNK ' i Mac Kl A IK Ding . Dingie loot hall 1 2 1 . (3). i 1): Basketball 1 2). (3), 111; Track (3), ill: Hi-) ill: Traffic Squad (4) Ding MacKenzie. ])robabl the smallest piece of masculinity at the time, entered iiiii great institution from the Washington School. Since then, in spite of his smallness, he has made quite a name lor himself in football and basketball. However. John ' s talents run in more directions than these, for his popularity, (espeeialh with the fair sex I is overwhelming. Where does he find time to studv ? ever mind. Ding, we all have our weak- nesses. Lately John hath developed a tendenthy to litlip. Why? Oh! don t ask such embarrassing questions. W 111 (ill MacMO AGLE Hughie” 11 ugh it arrived at this stately building along with man) others, the brighest class that ever trod upon its (loots. He arrived from the Roosevelt School a few years ago on a dav that vou all remember so well. Although Hughie has not taken part in school activities, lit has given Melrose High his long anl loval support. As et. Hughie has no outlook for the future, but we feel sure that he will make good. Good luck, Hughie; we are all with you. DANIEL F. MADDEN Dan Dan entered Melrose High School from the Gooch School in 1929. Since then he has been popular among his fellow classmen. He did not go out for sports, yet he studied hard and consequent 1 received good marks. When Dan starts to do a certain thing, he usually accomplishes it. 1 h is is one of the many reasons why we believe that he will become a success. We are not sure what he will do after he graduates but we all wish him the best of luck and happiness. 58 BETTY MAKER Girls ' Club (3), (4), French I I I Stylishly dressed, blue eyed Betty came to us from llie Wash- ington School in 1929 with a multitude of green, eager, and ex- pectant Freshies. Although Betty appears to he dignified and reserved, we suspect that it is only a pose for class room pur- poses. Her more intimate friends assure us of the entertainment supplied by her gay and witty humor. Her favorite pastime is dancing in which she excells, while her hobby is a decided lean- ing toward clothes. Her dreams and expectations for the future center around the campus of Jackson College. We don’t think it can he the “Tuf(t|” influence over there, however, for New Hampshire is her state. Best of luck, Betty, don ' t forget us. ARTHUR MALENCHINI “Art ' Art came here a bashful little “freshie,” shying nervously at the sight of a lordly senior, and displaying other freshman symptoms. Now Art is one of those lordly seniors, himself, and is brimming with confidence and concentrated knowledge. Art’s four years have been those of amazing evolution. In his life we know he will succeed. Good Luck, Art. SUSAN MALM “Sue , “Susie” Glee Club (3), (4); Girls’ Club (3), (4j You never heard of Sue’s breaking the high jumping record. She just isn’t of the athletic type. She is able to carry a tune, but she has never been a leading lady in the operettas. However, if you wish to hear a chatter about the latest topics of the day -just wait till Sue comes around. She has been a real friend, always tried and true. She’s always been a ready worker and wears a cheery smile. So here’s wishing you the best of luck, Sue, in everything you do! 59 1 1 1 m hi m “Bette . ‘ ' Bet Cloak and Plume ll ). untius (2). Euclidean (3), French Club ill. ill. Girls Club (3 1, 111. 1 last] ue and H if (.’ ), 111. Torch I 1 I In the rush of 2 ' ) from the Roosevelt School came viva- ciou s. curiv-headed Bette— a girl known and admired h every - 1kh1 for her winning personalit and keen sense of humor, rhroughout her high school career Bett lias maintained an en- viahle scholastic standard in addition to being prominently iden- tified in numerous school acti ities. Betty plans to enter Mount Hoi voice College, and w ith the sincere good w ishes of tiie class 1 ”33 ma she enjoe continued success. HELEN MARK “Blondie , “Stretch Girls ' Club III. Band 1 3 1 Helen was one of tiie sin and bashful freshmen that entered Melrose High School in 1929 from t lie Washington School. How- ever. during the last four ears she has acquired much poise and dignity. While she is not very active in sports, she has been a true supporter of all the school sports. She is especially fond of hockey. Helen intends to continue her education at an art school. We all wish her the best of luck. ROBERT B. MARSH “Red” Hi ) l 2 i . i 3 l . I 1 I . Corresponding Secretary (4) , ( lee Club I 1 I , Mikado (4| Robert, or Red. as he is more familiarly known, entered the portals of M. H. S. from the Washington School in 1929. His genial smile and natural good humour have made him one of the he l liked members of our class. He is also a member of the lli- ' l ( !lub and. if his disposition has anything to do with his 1 ut ore success. Red will go far in the business world. We wish him the best of luck. 60 ALFRED MARSHALL “Al” Debating Club (4) It was always Al who distracted our attention from the sub- ject in hand with one of his foolish pranks or a good witticism. We remember that the fellow ' who never lost a debate” made those dull classes less wearisome. Even Mr. Hutchins sometimes smiled at AFs clowning. Al is interested in radio. He is an intelligent little fellow, and we expect great things from him in the scientific field. Luck to you. Al ! MARION MARSHALL “Speed Glee Club I 4 1 Speed entered Melrose High in her sophomore year, coming from “The House of Pines” girls’ school. Because of her frank- ness and congeniality, she has made many friends, all of whom have appreciated her friendship. Although Speed has alw 7 ays seemed very quiet in school, we have found out, from more than one source, that she is great company when she gets away from the school atmosphere. When she leaves us this year, she plans to become a surgeon. We all wish her the best of luck in her future endeavors. ELIZABETH MARTIN “Betty” Gills’ Club (3), ( 4 ) ; Librarian I 4) There may be more obliging girls than Betty, but we have yet to find them. Generous, unassuming and thoughtful, she was always ready to give folks a lift. — Although she believes in a good time, she also believes in doing her lessons. Bettv is especially fond of a striking brunette as she is a decided blonde. The best of luck to you. Betty, in your future work. 61 l DREN M S() “Dixie . “Cbipso Orchestra ill. Glee Club (2l. 1)1. (4). ‘ ' Pirates oj Penzance . Pina ore . Mikado . Junior Prom Committee (3), Girls Club (4) This petite miss came to us from t lie Washington School in the class of 29. Siie has taken a wholehearted interest in all the school activities and is an enthusiastic supporter of the fool- hall and hocke teams. Andre) has also done splendid work in the Melrose Chapter of Rainbow for Girls, having acquired the title of Worths dvisor. Her cheer) smile and sweet disposition will alwa s he remembered, and we know she will succeed in her work at the New England Conservators of Music. Ml IS I MATH I El “Mitzie” Girls ’ Club (4) lienecer an artistic work is needed. Mitsi is ready to oblige. Mitsi came to l. H. S. in 1928 from the Lincoln School. She made mam friends in her first three years, but then she left to go to an art school. In 1932 she returned to complete her four-year course and graduate in 1933. Mitsi s drawings are admired bv all her friends. She plans to become a nurse, and we feel sure ' lie will succeed. Good luck. Mitsi. BESSIE McEADDEN “Red , “Bess”, “Strawberry Blonde Girls ' Club (3), III Red entered M. IT S. from tiiat famed institution ol learning, the Roosevelt Grammar School. When Red entered the high school she was very shy, but it was not long before she made mam friends. She has a sunny disposition and is ready to laugh at the slightest opportunity. Red has a fondness for walk- ing in a northerly direction from franklin Square; we wonder whs y Red has grown interested in a curly-beaded brunette. She intends to become a nurse. Success, Red. JOHN McGLONE “Johnny”, “Mac Thrift Council I I ) ; Orchestra I 1 I Johnny crashed the portals of our antiquated hrick pile in 1929 from the Roosevelt School. Mac is easil recognized hy his genial smile, and, although not taking part in many school activ- ities, he has made a host of friends during his four year stay at M. H. S. Singing appears to be one of John’s favorite pastimes and his harmonic rehearsals may often be heard in the class- room. Johnny is undecided as to the future but whatever he chooses we know he will be a success. ELEANOR McHATTON “Mac”, “El”, “Kid”, “Frankie” Girls ' Club (3), (4) Mac came to Melrose from Medford in 1911. She came to M. H. S. from the well known Gooch School. Because she is a tiue friend, she rapidly makes friends. She is full of fun and has a particular giggle, which, so far, no one has been able to imitate. Vi e hear there is a young man answering to the name of Frank who is requiring all her attention right now. Mac is undecided as to what she will do after leaving us, hut we know that what- ever she undertakes, she will do to the best of her ability. Best of luck. Kid! HELEN Me IE WRAITH Mac” Girls ' Club (2) (3); Corresponding Secretary (4) Mac is one of the miniature members of the class. With her very pleasing personality Mac has won many friends, during her four years at M. H. S. Because of her heavy duties as nurse for a local doctor, Mac has not had much time to spend on sports, hut nevertheless she has always been a loyal rooter for the teams. We are not sure just what Mac plans to do when she gets through, but from appearances it looks as though she may become a “baker” and that’s not because she likes to cook, either. 63 (i. II MILTON M KKHIFIELI) Ham . Merrie . Georgie ' Hi) i 2 I . I I . I I l . Glee Cl u l l 2 I . ( 3 ) . ill. Pi rales of Penzance (2). II. I . .S’. Pinafore ' (3), “ Mikado ” I I I Hamilton is one ol those indiv idnals who is blessed with numerous nick names, all ol which are dul appropriate. Ilow- cx cr. these main appelations have not affected either a most pleasant and likeable manner or a more than usual share of good looks. Ham is a Ixpical Melrose hockey fan and a supporter ol all school activities. His undecided plans for the future do not hinder us from extending our cordial good wishes for a pleasant and most successful career. A S HKLENE MERROW “Babes . Blon”, “Blonde Girls ' Club I 3 I . ill; Glee Club (3) ( ' cause ol outside interests t ? I Babes’ scholastic efforts have been most evident since September. 1932. iter prominent dances she max be heard discussing the keen orchestra and how she made her dress just in time to go. oston is lavored as the shopping district, where the latest in materials and shoes are purchased weekly, very afternoon is spent creating a new robe de grace, or some brownies for a certain young man. eriously. tho , she’s going to Chamberlain. ou may see her navigating the town in a Studebaker. but a new f ord to) is receiving honors of late. 1RY I G MESMCK “Benny” Benny is one of the smallest members of the Class of 33. Many times he has been mistaken for a lower classman. He is one of the womanhaters ol our ( lass. Benny has not decided as vet whether he will continue his education in some business institution. e. the Class of ’33. wish him the best of luck. (’.4 ARTHUR F. MESSIER “Art Art entered Melrose High in the middle of the sophomore year from Stoneham High. After being here a few weeks, his popularity began, and he is now well known by all the boys. Art is studious and smart, consequently he gets good marks. Alter school hours, Art spends most of his time in his pool room. This is a regular gathering place for many of the fellows. Art has no definite plans for the future, but we all wish him the best of luck. ALLEN MILLETT “Al”, “Shrimp”, “Battler Debating Society (2), (4); Thrift Council 1 4 ) ; Track Manager (4) When Allen entered M. H. S., he was unknown and unsung, but during the ensuing years his circle of friends has been ex- tended to include nearly the whole school. His frankness, coupled with his ready wit and his ever-present sense of humor, makes him instantly popular with everyone whom he meets. His readily helping hand in the lunch room, his telling speeches in the De- bating Society, and his marked success in managing the track team have shown the broad scope of his abilities and activities. He has Bentley in view as a future goal. Success in everything. AL CAROLY i MITCHELL “Caro”, “Cal”, “Chick Glee Club ill, (3), (4), Girls Club 1 2), 1 3), 111 “ The Count and Co-ed ”, “ Pinafore”, ' The Mikado ” Leaving the comfortable security of the Lincoln School, Caro bravely entered M. H. S. one September day in 1924. Now as she walks aimlessly from one ( lass to another, one is forced to wonder where her wandering mind is. Confidentially, we tell vou. It is in Malden! Now don’t tell a soul, but ask her what her favorite instrument is! Caro plans to study beauty culture next year, but it may be beauty culture of the home. Well, let s wish her Al the luck in the world. 65 J I SSI I Ml I l.l Moon . J t‘ss . Messie ) ear Hook Gills Club Her name is Jessie; vmi d recognize I amiliar grin, wide-open eves. Her greatest love is love of living, nd friendships, formed 1 friendship giving. Dancing, tennis and posters, too. re tilings she reallv loves to do; Mid anyone at school will tell She docs them all and does them well! Me hid farewell with deep regret 10 a girl we 11 miss, hut not forget: ' tour true sincerity will take you far. Mav v ou leave vour mark on vour goal vour star! JOSEPH Ml KPH ' t Jugger . Joe” J ugger came from the Washington School in the vear 1929 and seriouslv took up the problem of obtaining ail education. 11c has gone tnrough the four years of high school without any mishaps and lortunately has gained a host of friends. Although with no definite object in mind concerning the future, he has conscienciouslv worked to increase his knowledge to a maximum. Even though he did not compete in athletics, it is no sign tiial he is unable to do so. Jugger is an ardent baseball fan and can talk interminablv on the subject. o matter what he decides to do in later life, we know he will succeed. MB JOHN KENNETH NELSON Ken” Ken is a prominent alumnus of the Washington School, h av - ing graduated in 29. Ken is one of the most fastidious fellows in the class and because of this and his winning smile and per- sonality lie has made many friends in Melrose High School, especially with those of the opposite sex. Ken was outstanding in athletics his freshman year, but since then outside activities have taken most of his spare time. Ken s plans for next year arc uncertain, hut whatever he does, we know he will he successful. OG HELEN NESMITH “Hello” Girls Club (. ' � ), 14) ; French Club (3); Class Basketball l 1 1 This tun-loving, rosy-cheeked, black-haired damsel with a sweet disposition and captivating smile came from Roosevelt of 1929 immediately establishing herself by this ever-pleasanl personality. Always attending the various sports and taking an interest in the school activities, Helen has made a name for herself at M. H. S. Although she is undecided as to her future calling, she will he “Harold -ed wherever she goes. Best of luck, pal ! HENRY BERTRAM MEMEYER Euclidean I 3 I , ( 4.1 , Hi-1 ( 2 1 , ( 3 ) , ( 4 ) , Pirates of Penzance 1 2 ) , H. M. S. Pinafore ( 3 ), Mikado ( 4 ), Glee Club 1 2 ), ( 3 ), ( 4 ), Traffic Sc uad (3), Lieutenant (4), Masque and Wig (4) Henry is another entry to our great class from the Washing- ton Scnool. He is a hard worker and an ardent supporter of all school activities. He is also a member of the Euclidean and Hi- clubs. On account of a reserved and pleasant manner, coupled with a fondness for beautiful neckties, Henry is one of the largest assets to the class of 33. He plans to continue his studies at George Washington University, and in that endeavor we wish him the best of success. ELIZABETH NILES “Betty”, “Bet Euclidean (3), (4), Girls’ Club 1 3). (4), Induction Team (3), l reach Club (3 1 , (4), Poetry (4), Field Hockey Manager (1), Treasurer of Class (3), Junior Prom Committee (3) Throughout her lour years in Melrose High Betty lias always had a winning smile and kind word for everyone, and has been the recipient of many excellent marks. As a junior she certainly was an inspiration to all as “Life Betterment on the Induction Team, and during her senior year she not only capably managed girls’ field hockey, hut also spent many hours, as editor, in mak- ing the “Torch” a great success. Best of luck and happiness to you. Betty. We all know that you will continue being a fine student when you enter Radcliffe in the fall. 67 1 1 1 iii i ii mi:s Betty . “Bet lit League t 1 i. (2l. French (,hil I d l . I I). I ice President Id). h.uchilean i i . Glee Club ill. (2). I I . Girls Club l d ) . ill. untius ill. Junior Prom Com.. ' ' Pirates oj Penzance Betty is another Washington School product. She has been a wortln leader in our school acidities, and were proud of her. She surprised us with her athletic ability. and tennis has taken up much of her lime. Even so. she has been a good student, especiallv in chemistry. We wonder win! Win should Betty need a car when a perfectly good chauffeur is at hand almost constantly? Betty, nun your skill at Radcliffe continue despite Harvard attractions. Best ol luck, old pal! DOROTHY OLLIS Dot , “Dotsi Dorotln. better known as Dot, came (|uietly into ihe fresh- man ( lass in 1929 from the Washington School. Dot has a very keen sense of humor and is quick to make friends. She is fond of the outdoors and enjoys walking. Dot plans to be a nurse, and we leel sure she w ill be successful. Here s the best of luck ' o ou, Dot. l m O’iSEIL Maty is the girl who likes to graduate. In fact, she likes il so wadi that siic graduated from St. Mary s High School, and then came up here to do it all over again. It must be getting to be a habit. Mary is a quiet, rather shy girl, but everyone likes her. Her pel indooi sport is asking questions about English assignments. G8 ELEANOR PADDOCK “Ellie” French Club (2). 1 3), (4): President 111; Euclidean 1 2. (3), I ) ' .Girls Club (2), 1 3), (41 ‘‘Sugar and spice and everything nice, that’s what little girls are made of. That s what nursery rhymes say, but we know something more was added to make Ellie especially nice. Intel- ligence and a sense of humor make Patty a gift of the gods to Melrose High, and we’ll miss her when she goes to Ml. Holyoke. Her rabbits will. too. for Ellie is a rabbit expert. But e’en the best of friends must part, and we can only hope that Ellie’s col- lege years will be as successful as her high school da vs. ROBERT ARNO PENDLETON Bob “Cv ” Bob migrated to Melrose High from Brookline High during his sophomore year. Because of a serious injurv sustained dur- ing his first year here, he has not been allowed to participate in sports in which he had always been active. Although not on the honor roll. Bob has always managed to get his points. Bob enjoys a good joke at all times. He is planning on increasing his knowledge at prep school or going into his father ' s business. ELMER PERRY ‘•EE’ Elmer entered our well-known institution of learning from the Roosevelt School in 1929. L pon graduating from tne Melrose High School, he intends to study electrical engineering. His hobbies are baseball and radio. — playing for the Melrose A. A. nine during the summer and operating amateur radio Station WLDU during the winter. 69 POSTER PERR ' i Red . Minion Red came to us from t lie Roosevelt School in the class of 29. lie is a ven good-natured fellow and is well liked I his class mates. Red has no interest in the opposite sex hut is more devoted to making his life a successful one. We wish him the best of luck in his life s work. DOROTHY F. PICKETT “Dot Girls ' Club ill: 1 ear Book Committee This petite, vivacious Miss who came to us from the Wash- ington School is ver active soeiallv. She is especially promi- nent in Rainbow activities, and has gained many friends through her connections with that organization. Dot is well known and liked In all her classmates for her pleasing personality. Next fall Dot plans to enter Colby Junior College, and we all know that she will come through with flying colors, just as she has here at M. H. S. Here ' s link to you, Dot! RICHARD PIPE l i-Y i 2 1 . 1 3 ) , (41. Track Cl I. (2), (3 ), (4) Richard, a very modest young man. has been preparing the last four years to enter Dartmouth. However, he plans first to so to Tilton for a year. He is a very genial fellow, a credit to th lli- ' l Club, of which lie has been a member for three years. Dick has been a member of the track team for the last four .ears. He is always cheerful and with his happy smile, cheery laugh, and his flaming hair he is always a bright spot on the horizon. We feel sure that he will succeed in all of his future enterprises. 70 MARTHA E. PITTS “Pittsie Cloak and Plume ill. Glee Club (2l. I I . Girls Chib I 3 ) . ill Pittsie came from the Gooch School. ver bashful and sin. Her four years ' sta at Melrose High has changed all that. Her pet hobbies are dancing, reading, and blushing. She is going out into the business world upon graduation, and is aiming to be The Perfect Secretary. We feel sure she will be very suc- cessful in her career. GEORGE POWERS George came to his freshman ear at Melrose High School in 1929 from the Roosevelt School. Although he is not a very studious person, George has always managed to get good marks in his studies. He is popular with his classmates, but is not inclined to pay much attention to the fairer sex. George is not planning to continue with his studies, but we feel he will be successful in whatever he undertakes. MELVIN PROHL “Map . Mel . “Prowl Having ahead) established himself as one of the master- minds of Roosevelt School, Melvin has continued on this high level of studious efforts during his years at Melrose High. His capability as a student and his ever-cheerful nature have pleased his teachers and fellow-classmates respectively. Famous for his excellent knowledge of mechanical and scientific matters, Melvin will most assuredly astonish the staid professors of the Massachu- setts Institute of Technology, which he has set as his goal. May the highest success crown his every effort! 71 Ill [.I N I! wisn Teenie ' snicker. a giggle, an explosion of merr laughter. Who? Win. il s leenie. of course. Washingtons gift to M. H. S. II gentlemen preler blondes, how quieklv their minds change when the meet live led of pep, original it , and good-nature, personi- fied in our llehui. l eenie has not been idle during her four years with n . for little in the ast domain of languages or vocational subjects remains unattempted In her. Helen ' s spirited deter- mination to w in has started her towards success, and we know that alter the scrimmage, leenie will be found on top. ROBERT GARNER RANKIN Speed , Boli . C. 0. . Reverend Hi-) I ft. Debating Society Id I Bob came here from Boston to his freshman yeai and has leeched good marks in his studies. He is still undecided in hi- choice of a vocation, but be likes racing cars and — who knows? lie may become another Barney Oldfield. Speed is sometimes referred to as the original woman-hater — but we have our doubts. However, there is no doubt that be has many friends in our school and they all bid him. Auf Wiedersehen and Gluck Auf. IH TH RATCLIFFE “Ruthie” (,iils (,lul I . ' • I . ill: Glee (.lab If): Orchestra (fl Foui vears ago Ruth came to Melrose High School from the Roosevelt School to be included among the many other be- wildered Ireshmen who sought four years of higher learning, f rom books of course! During the entire four years at Melrose High. Bulhie has done good, dependable work which has brought her high grades. She has received much enjoyment from the Glee Club and Girls Club during her junior and senior years. Ruthie s ambition is to be a nurse. Best of luck. Ruth! 72 JOSEPH HECTOR “Joe” -) III; Football I I) ; Traffic Squad I ll J oe; tall, quiet, unassuming came to us O lit of the Roosevelt School in 1929. S oon his group of friends had grown to unbelievable number, for he was E ver willing to help, no matter what the occasion. P reparing for Northeastern he followed somewhat the pre- paratory course, and we all wish him H appiness and success in the future. GEORGE REID “Ram” Hi-Y (4) George has struggled through four strenuous years of high school with more interest in outside activities than in studies. This year saw George as a track man at which he was successful. He has managed to make himself known to all his class mates and teachers. At first one would think that George was quiet, hut on second thought — no. It is understood that George intends to go to Dartmouth. Helpfulness and pep with a liberal portion or humor are George ' s chief characteristics, and they are sure to lead him far along the road to success. CHARLES P. RICE “Charlie” Charlie came to us from the Roosevelt School. He has a contagious smile and a wonderful sense of humor. It is impossi- ble to he blue with Charlie around, for his infectious good cheer radiates instantaneously. He has a host of friends and is very popular. As yet we are not informed where he will go for further education, but wherever he goes, he is certain to win many friends and with the use of his overflowing pep and ambi- tion he is bound to rise to success. Good luck. Charlie! 73 berth r. rich kdso Bert Girl (.1 iib i-il. i ll: Euclidean I • ’ I : lit League ill. (21. I 3 I : Masque and II i g l.3l. I I I : Orchestra ( 1 I. (2). ( . ' ll : Tennis l2l : Basketball ill. I 2 I . ill: ) ear Book Entering as just one of 1 he mam from the Washington School in 1929. Bert has made a name for herself among her c lassmates as an artist. Her work is individual, outstanding, and verv accurate, and her posters have won prizes and are frequently seen in the corridors. She plans, in the future, to continue her hobby at some art school, and all of us know that with perse- verance tor her guide, success will follow. HELA RICHARDSON Hvnie ’ Girls Club (3 I . ill: Cashier 111 , I 2 I . l3|, I 1 1 ; Assistant Cashier (3): Cashier I 4 I : untius III. I 2 I Helvn entered M. H. S. a modest little freshman from the Roosevelt Sehoo I. H ovvever. years have passed since, and we find her a dignified senior, who has attained a good scholastic standing through her high school career. Her full-of-fun atti- tude and sunnv disposition have won her mam friends of both sexes. Although she excels in her favorite sport, skiing, she devotes tne majority of her time to FISH ing. Helens cheery Hi there is well known around the corridors of our institution of learning, and we certainly wish her the best of luck in the future. Happy landing, Helyn. Ll CILLE RICHARDSON Seek . Cille Not being satisfied to have only two other Richardsons grad- uate in the class of 33. we decided we must have Seek. She came to us from the Roosevelt School in 1929 with her happy-go- luekv wav and a smile which has won her many friends (espe- eiallv red-heads I . Mthough she did not enter sports herself, she could always be found rooting for her school teams. When Lucille graduates she expects to attend Simmons and from there become a nurse. We are sure she will be a success in whatever she does. 74 BETTY RICH D ALE French (31. (1); Year Book Committee I I I Betty joined our ranks with the Rooseveltians in 1929. She proved to he a happy and industrious girl, spending most of her time in Room .32 working on posters. Betty spends her summers at Silver Lake. It was while she was there last summer that she decided M. I. T. was a ven nice college, and the name Harn was even nicer. MARJORIE E. RING ■‘Marj . “Margie . Marge” Along with many prominent members of our class from the Washington School came Marj, a demure little freshman who soon became well known by her good-natured disposition and winning smile. Marge has not been active in athletics, but she always attended the football games. Remember the Malden game! M. H. S. will miss Marge s presence in years to come, but we wish her the best of luck in whatever task she undertakes in her future years. Good Luck. Marge. MURIEL WINIFRED ROBINSON Mew ’. “Teddy ’ Girls Club (3), (4) Mew entered M. H. S. in 1929 from the Roosevelt School. She has won numerous friends during her four years with us. Mew turned out to be one of our loyal pals. She has been an efficient stenographer for many teachers. The honor list would be incomplete if Muriel s name did not appear on it. She has filled her own career, as well as her friend, Phil’s, wdth loads of fun. Mew is planning to further her education at Burdett’s Business College. We wish her all the luck in the world. 75 okm w K ws i;om so “Normie” Euclidean I 3 I, I 1) ; III ) I li Norman (aim to us from the Washington School. He is a hard worker, and his four years in high school have been marked h a ver good record. s et Norrnie has not decided definiteh what he wants to do. hut those who know him well feel sure that he will succeed in whatever he undertakes. His pet ambition seems to he to sail around the world in a ketch, but his friends sa he wants to lit an officer in the Coast Guard. ELINOR F. ROGERS “Elbe . “El” Four r ears ago El lie entered the freshman ( lass from the W ashington School. Although Elbe has taken no active part in school affairs, she has made many lasting friendships because of her good disposition and constant humor. Elbe is interested in hairdressing and plans to take up that occupation later on in life. That success mar come to you in the wish of your classmates. THEODORE ROGERS “TED” Hand ill, ( 2 ) , ( 3 ) Ted graduated from the Washington School in 1929 with mam other members of our famous ( lass. He is not very well known to the ( lass as a whole but is well-liked by those whom he favors with his friendship. Ted plans to take up electrical en- aineerine at Northeastern this fall. Cheerio, Ted. old boy. 76 MAURICE ROTONDI “Merle , “Ro” Maurice, a fine young fellow, came to the Melrose High School in ' 29, bearing the colors of the Washington School. By his fine and cheery disposition he has made many friends. Around the school yard he is generally seen with the Eastside boys. Well, Maurice, we don t know your plans for the future, but the class of ’33 wishes you the best of luck in whatever you may undertake. F. VIRGINIA RUSH “Ginny , “Gin Girls’ Club (3), (4) Two years ago Ginny came to Melrose High from Phil li psburg High School, N. J. During the short time that die has been in Melrose she has made many friends because of her pleasing personality. She is planning to attend Wheelock School. Whatever you take up as your future career, we all know you will be a success. Best of luck, “Ginny”! BERTHA RUSSELL “Bert”, “Red Girls’ Club I 2 I , ( 3 ) , (4 ) Allow us to present five feet two of sunshine and fun, one who has an irresistible smile and cheery Hi there! for everyone. Her charming personality has already won her a host of friends; and wherever there’s fun going on, Bert is sure to be at the bottom of it all. Among Bert ' s numerous achievements, tennis seems to be her chief means of squelching her rivals. Here s to your success in life, and may all your troubles be bubbles. I ally-Ho, Bert ! 77 Dorothy s u i:k Dot . Dottie ( look and Plume i I i : 1 1 usque and II ip (2), (.’� ), ( I ) ; Art League ill. l2l : Poetr (dub ill. Ill; Girls (dub 1 2), l.3l. I ice-President ill; Jazz and Minuet (3) ; Junior Prom Com- mit tee (3); Assembly Committee i l l Dot needs no introduction. Her friendly manner and her large part in school activities have made her well known and well liked. Dot ranks high among M. 11. S.’s talented and hard working girls. An accomplished actress I in spite of her soil voice I . she lias taken part in many plays. Equally gifted as a poet, she has contributed regularly to “School Life. Also an artist, she hopes after her graduation from Radcliffe, to find her life-work in illustrating. We wish her lots of luck, and we feel sure that such an all around good sport can t help but succeed. RICHARD CALY IN SAY AGE “Dick ”, “Richie” Dick entered the Melrose High School from the Roosevelt School in 1929. Upon graduating he intends to study engineer- ing at Northeastern University. His principal hobbies are base- ball and radio. In the winter he spends his time operating Ama- teur Radio Station W IETN, and in the summer he plays for the Melrose AA, a fast local amateur nine. BEL EAH O. SHAW Orchestra (3 1, l{und l2l Beulah came to M. II. S. In 1929 from the Roosevelt. Still waters run deep” is the case with Beulah, but by her consideration mi others she makes many friendships which are as valuable to her Iriends as to herself. Although she has been more studiously and perhaps musically inclined, she has supported the school activities. She has been a real Girl Scout. They say “opposites attract.’ but that isn’t so with Beulah. We hear Beulah wants to be a buyer. We all wish her the best d luck. 78 LAW REACH CARVER SHAW L. Carver “Hawkshaw”. “Lonnie” Four years ago Melrose High School welcomed Carver, who had come irom the Washington School. He has always been a “B” pupil. Lawrence plays the trombone in the school orchestra and has shown his fine ability. He appears to be cjuiet and bash- ful, but his silence is that of the Sphinx, concealing vast wisdom. It has been said that there is no better mechanic in the senior class.. How that boy can reconstruct “Model T’s”! His future plans he has not yet disclosed, but one and all we wish him success, and he ' s the type that will gain it. ROBERT L. SIBLEY “Bob”, “Sib” Football (2), (3); Track 1 2), (3), (4) Bob entered the portals of M. H. S. from the D. W. Gooch School. His only outside activities have been football and track. He played an important role on track team in his second and third years. Sib has never found much time to bother with the girls, despite several admiring glances cast his way. He hasn ' t told us yet what his plans for the future are, but we feel sure that he will make a success of whatever he attempts, and we wish him the best of luck. RUTH SIMKINS “Ruthie”, “Rudy”, “Bunks ' Cloak and Plume (1), Glee Club 1 2), (3), (4), Operetta (2), 1 3 1, (4), Girls ' Club (2), (3), (4) Who is the little redhead who wanders here and there with an absent-minded look in her eyes? Ruthie, of course! And where is her wandering mind? At M. I. T. no doubt, and we don ' t blame her! Ruthie came to us from Roosevelt in 29 and has been a very interesting and friendly member of our class. In her junior year she obtained a lead in “Pinafore’ and did a fine piece of work, as usual ! Ruth is a little uncertain about her future, but we know that she “Wil-son ' make a success of herself! Good luck, Ruth! 79 M K I I I II l l SKILLINGS Mani , “Marl ( ' .loo I (iml Plume i I ), Irench (Pub ( 2 l . i. ' li. i li Mam came to M. II. S. from the Gooch School, quite bashful, ami quite dubious as to what il was all about. She soon found out. however, and began right then to create her large circle I iriends. She has main acquaintances outside of Melrose, but just ask her about the special ones in Tabor cademy. Maui will not be present at the graduation activities because she moved to tin riotous fit v of Chicago the first of April. She is unde- cided about her future career, but some preparatory school will be hei destination next year, Happy landings, Maui! ESTHER SMILED Orchestra. Cuts (Pub (. ' ll. (I): Irench (Pub (Ml. ill Blue ey es and nut brown hair. Rosy cheeks, complexion fair: Cheeriul always, never gloomy. Chief diversion — up at camp Where they use a pump and lamp. She aspires to be a nurse nd might do a whole lot worse. MILDRED SMILEY Girls (Pub i . ' 1 1 . (4 I ; Art League (2 l. (3). Secretar III: (Paul and Plume ( I I She has dark brown hair and the most gorgeous violet eyes that you can imagine, N es. her beautiful pink and white com- plexion is natural, and her manner friendly. Of course you know bv the “violet’ eves it must be M illy Smiley. I admire Mill ie ' s taste in everything, but especially in friends of the oppo- site rv. Even Millie admits that it was the dark curly hair that won her heart. With all that she has to go on, I can not imagine Millie as anything but successful in her endeavors, and happy throughout her life. 80 EVEL ' f 1,. SMITH “Smitty”, “Ev” licit l Hockey 13), ill. Baseball l2), (3), Tennis ill. Basket- ball (3). Captain (4), Girls Club (3), 111 Evelyn, better known to her friends as Smitty, entered M. H. S. via the Washington School. Smitty is another member ol the East Side Brigade. She readily excelled in all sports and in her senior year was captain of the basketball squad. At the present time, Everett seems to be the only place on the map. Evelyn plans to return to the M. H. S. as a I’. G., and we are sure Melrose High will welcome her back. May good luck always be with you, Evelyn! PRISCILLA SMITH “Teo”, “Tee’ Cloak ami Chime. Glee Club (2), (3), If I, [Chutes oj Cenzance, Cinajore), Girls ' Club (3), (4); Class Basketball |3), ill; French Club (3) , 1 4 ) Teo’s a girl who’s pretty and sweet. And, when at a dance you’re surely to meet. Her laughing eyes and winning smile, Have won her friends who are worthwhile. Do not forget old M. H. S. Tho you be here or way out West. And when life’s duties beckon you. Here’s Success! in whatever you do. ROBERT SNELL Bob” When Bob completed his career at the Roosevelt, having excelled in athletics and studies, iie joined us with high hopes of success. Although he has not joined as many organizations as he did in Roosevelt, Bob has acquired many new friends, thanks to his personality. This shy fellow adopted an adventurous course, which at times threatened his welfare, but never caused him much difficulty. It is his ambition to some day own a large boat and sail to the South Seas. Stick to it. Bob. ' i ou have our best wishes. SI WWW lil SI ' A I ) I ( )K Bernie ' Football l I l I mm the Lincoln School came a bashlul, dark-haired boy known to ns a Bernie. Dining his four years. Bernie has made main Iriends. especialD with the lair sex. On account ol his size. Bernie did not participate in football until Ins senior Near, when he earned a letter. It has been rumored that Bernie is oing to our new high school next Near as a Ik G. e, the ( lass ol hope noli succeed in Nihatever enterprise you choose. JOSEPH SB AD A FORA -Joe”, “Spadie” Hockey ill. ( 2 ) , (3). Captain I ll Joe N as one of the main unknown freshmen nnIio entered Melrose High in 1929. But in the little time he has been here, Spadie has conquered tic friendship of both sexes. Joes favorite study is hockey. He Ini ' been on the squad for lour years, and in his last year Captain Joe thrilled many Melrosians with iiis meat hockey playing in the Boston Garden. Joe intends to return ior a Ik G. course next yeai and then attend a higher in- stitution ol learning. Best of luck, Joe! MARCARKI SR1LLER “Margie . “Peggie dirts ' Chib I 3 ) , I 1 I Margie is one of our little seniors. I.nci since Maigaiet en- tered the seventh grade at Roosevelt from Reading, she iias at- tained high marks in her commercial course. She gives the appearance of being very quiet, but she really isn ' t. She is noted lor her sighs and giggles. Her giggles may be heard in any ( lass or ball she may be in. especially in study room. , She intends to widen her commercial knowledge at one ol our business schools so that sin may become an elhcient secre- tan Best of luck. Margie. 82 I ELIZABETH P. ST A MIA L ‘ ' Belly” Band I I ), 1 2). Orchestra 111. (2). (3), Girls ' Club l 3 1 . Treas- urer (4), French Club (3) Among those graduated from the Washington School in 1929 was this tall, dark-haired, blue-eyed girl whose blushes and bright smiles have become famous. Betty’s cheery disposi- tion has made many friends during her high school career. We find, too, that she has Doug deeply into the realms of knowl- edge. She is an ardent sports fan and also a talented musi- cian I? I . Betty intends to enter Simmons College next fall, and we all wish her the best of luck for the future. RICHARD M. STEER “Dick”, “Ossie” Hockey 1 3, IT); Masque Wig (3), 111; Baseball (3), ill; Traffic Squad; Hi-Y 1 2 1 , (3), l4); Class Vice-President 111; Year Book Staff Dick is the Barry Wood of the class. His exploits as an athlete will remain for a long time fresh in the memory of the school; while his ability to make the jump from high school, for he is planning to attend Bowdoin next year, testifies to his ex- cellence as a student. Dick’s active participation in both non- athletic and athletic organizations, coupled with his genial na- tive and friendly attitude towards everything and everybody, has established him as one of the recognized leaders of the class. EDITH E. STEWART “Edie”. “Stewie”, “What” Girls ' Club Edith is one of our nice tall girls at M. H. S. She is at- tractive and witty. Wherever she goes you will always hear laughter. One of her pet words is “terrific. Swimming is one of her favorite sports. Sometimes she is quiet, and that is when her thoughts are away from Melrose, but we will just let you imagine why. Maybe Edie will be back at M. H. S. next year for a little more training as a secretary, but wherever she is. we wish her the best of luck. 83 m i l l. STONE ”1 Ion Girls Club ill. ( ll. Glee Club (2 ) . (Ml, Pirates of Penzance ’ I .’ I . liunh cashier ill. Librarian ( ll. Cloak and Plume I 1 I ’ette Stoin is out of oui charming and 1 i v e 1 members whom wc see darting hither and thither in the company of a 1 1 1 ■ - oted admirer so devoted that . . . ! ■.Yen though the I a lor s Bill comes in ven olten. vve observe sparkling animation on her face. ime alone will tell how long slit will he a secretan after she finishes at Chandler. ' h ink oi how clever Bette is with the needle! Have you noticed the adorable clothes that are products of her interest? . very one w ishes win happiness. Bette, in vour bright future! LEONARD STRAW “Monk , Stella In 1929, Leonard graduated from the Lincoln School. Be- cause he wanted to go to a technical school, he elected to take the scientific course in high school. He has always been a good student especially in mathematics and the sciences. After he grad- uates this year, he will attend Northeastern where he will study engineering. With his ability he should he a success in what- ever he attempts. MIRIAM SI ELI VAN Mini” Hand ll). 1 2 i : Orchestra ll). (2); Girls (dub Id), ll); Glee (dub III. (2) Mini entered the portals of M. II. S. from the Lincoln School in 1929. Her loin years here have been vested in fun and study. Mini nas been very popular with the class because of her good- natured and winning personality which will carry her lai into her future life. She liasn l decided what she is going to do. yet. but thinks ' lie will attend the Chainberlayne School. We know she will be successful in whatever siie intends to do and in making somebody a very good I?). Best ol luck, Mini! 84 RICHARD I . SURBECk -) I 2 I, (3), I I ) : School Life I I I I our years ago Dick came to Melrose High from the Roose- ve It Sell ool. Sober and industrious he has marked himself well in both his studies and student activities. A loyal member of the HiA and able business manager of “School Life,” he will be remembered by all as a good all-around sport. Being a reliable and dependable fellow. Dick has never been absent from school since he left the primary grades — a fine record. In the fall he plans to enter M. I. T. and study aeronautical engineering. We ieel confident that nothing but success awaits Dick in his chosen field of endeavor. GEORGE SWEEMA “Skip” Fool hall III, Chorus I I ) Skip arrived at our great home of education from St. Mary ' s school. He likes all kinds of sports and hopes to obtain recogni- tion in one of them sometime, but for the time being Skip by playing his piccolo hopes to obtain a position in some well- known orchestra. We know he will succeed in whatever he lakes up and wish him success. Good Luck. Skip. DO ROT in SWENSSOX “Dot”. “Dottie” ( iris Club (3). i ll: Glee Club l ll The Lincoln School gave many members to the illustrious class of 33, chief among whom was Dot. During her stay at M. H. S. she has been a true friend and classmate. She has been active in both Girls’ Club and Glee Club. Xext year Dot intends to take a post-graduate course, and then to become a nurse. The best of luck to you, Dot. 85 JOHN l ADKLI. I N ' ! LOR Johnnie ' Football I 11, -) (2), (3). ( 1 ) I’om years ago. the portals of Melrose High swung open to admit an enterprising young man answering to the name of John Taylor. John was quite an athlete, supporting the football team in his last three years. Though this sport was the only one in whirl] he majored, vet he was an ardent enthusiast of other sports. The tall blonde Johnnie is quite popular with the fair damsels and is the highlight of every social activity. John hopes to go to Lxeter next year and he will carry with him our best wishes for every success in iiis life there. 1LLIAM I ' A ' i LOR “Bill’’ Baseball ill. 1 3 1 . ill. Football ill. Orchestra ill. (2), (3), Hi) I 1 I Bill graduated from the old Lincoln School in 1929. With some two hundred other Freshmen he entered Melrose High School. Bill was put into S-f. His cheerful disposition has stood him in good stead and has made him many friends during his high school career. He is still the same good-natured Bill lie was when we brst met him four years ago. He took the hard- est course in the high school and has passed it successfully, i hat ' s a pretty good record. BE J AMI TKRIO Ben . “Senator ” ) on ami I if): School Life 111; Debating Club 1 .5 1 , ill; Masque and It ig (2), (. ' � ), President III: Hi - 1 (2), (3). ill; Fuel idean l2l : Cloak and Plume 111; Class Treasurer 111: “ Sun-Up ” (3) Ben entered upon his high school career as meek as any freshman, but it wasn t long before he changed. W ith his good humoi and sparkling w it. Ben soon became most popular, until now. on the ey e of graduation, he is one of the best known mem- bers of the class. He has been an enthusiastic supporter of all school sports, and his activities in dramatic productions are acknowledged by all as excellent. ext year, if Ben carries out his present plans. Amherst will welcome a good student and a line fellow. 8(5 JAMES THORPE ‘ ' Jim ' . “Jimmv Debating Club III. Band III. dee Club I I ) Jim came to us in “29 from the Lincoln School. His cheery “Hi has made many friends for him. Although Jim is a rather quiet lellow he is always ready to lend a helping hand. If you ever need a true friend get acquainted with Jimmy. Jim has no immediate plans for the future, but I’m sure that wherever he goes he will be a success. BARBARA F. TIBBETTS Tibby . Barb Girls Club 1 3 I . 111. Traffic ' Tibbv is always seen around school with a er delightful smile or a grin and a cheery “Hi-there for all. Barbara amuses herself and others in all her classes by constant giggling, accom- panied by a blush which is very persistent. Tibby ' intends to be a secretary to Mr. John Somebody someday, and we know she will be a competent one. If she can hide that permanent grin from her future employer, we know she will be a good success. High Hopes, “Tibby ! ! ! TEWEY TIBBETTS “Ten ’ Girls Club (3), (4). Basketball (2), (3), ( 1), Baseball 111. 12). (3 I, (4), Field Hockey ( 3 I . Captain (4), Thrift Council (3 I Tennev was a shy freshman when she entered high school, but because of her charming personality, it took her only a few days to get acquainted with all. She has gone through her four years participating in every sport with a leading part in all. Ten has a sunny disposition, and she has shown us all that by her perennial smile. Tenney wants to be a detective; here’s wishing her luck in getting her man. «7 RRK S. TODD Springer . “Count I here was one Rig difference between Warren and the rest of the 1929 freshmen that entered Melrose High. Instead of scurry- ing along with the rest of the newcomers, he always caused much distraction to the members of the traffic squad bs his deliberate manner of ambling along the corridors. Incidentally he comes from the Roosevelt School. lthough lit has never taken an active part in school activi- ties. he is. nevertheless, well known throughout the school. tlis principal outside holms is the installing of horns, cutouts, whistles, and various other accessories to his own and friends ' ears. His next four sears will probably be spent at Tufts. CLAm S TOl RTILLOTT Glad . “Gladie Girls Cl iil id), (4) Glads s came to us from the Roosevelt School in 1929. Dur- ing her lour sears with us she has acquired mans friends, and will long be remembered for her good looks and charming per- sonal its. Although Glad has not been particularly active in school activities, she has always been a loyal supporter at all school functions. It is understood, much to the dismay of the local boss, that her interest is centered at kennebunkport. Maine, during the summer months. Gladie has her heart set on attend- ing some dietetics school. Wherever she may find herself in the iuture. we know that she will enjoy the same success that has characterized her stas at good old M. H. S. f ' RAMClS TOWI.fi f ran Football III. Hi) (2). Id I, III. Traffic Squad Idl. Ill I ran has been a leader in all ( lass activities since he entered Melrose High School as a freshman. His good nature coupled with his charming personality has made him well liked bs his fellow students. Reeause of his dislike for studies, lie has never aspired to become renowned for high scholastic standing, f ran luo distinguished himself, however, by his excellent play on die gridiron, and we believe that he will go farther in this line of sport. Next year I ran hopes to attend New Hampton Prep. As he leaves I. II. S. he carries with him the respect and admiration of his classmates. 88 Girls Club (4): Masque and Wig (2). 1 3), (!■); French Club (4); Field Hockey I 2), (3), (4); Cloak and Flume (1); Base- ball III. (2) ; Basketball 111. (2), (3) ; Tennis Manager III; Four years ago this little mouse sneaked into High School and has been leaving a trail of destruction behind her ever since. With respect to the stronger sex, Ruthie believes that there’s safety in numbers. If you don’t believe it, take a look at ber while she is patrolling the third floor and try to push through the crowd. Mousie is especially noted for her artistic talent. Well, Ruthie, just remember to keep your lines straight, your angles equal, your curves banked, and you II surely be a great success. Paul is a fortunate individual who was favored by the gods dark hair which is the envy of many a maid. That these gifts are appreciated by the fair sex is evidenced by the company he keeps. Good luck through life, Paul, and may you never become French Club 1 3 I . I 1); Euclidean (3), 111; Girls Club (3), 111 The song “Brown Eyes, Why Are You Blue? doesn t fit Lloyd at all. for her eves are always sparkling, and when they get working, plenty happens. Ask anyone who knows. At any rate, since she has been at M. H. S. she ' s made many friends. Her favorite amusements are basketball and dancing, and we have heard faint — oh, very faint — rumors of a great liking for the “Stein Song.” We pity the mailmen when you go to Wheaton, Lloyd. Anyway, here’s to you! Traffic Squad |4| ; “ You and I ( 1) 9 PAUL VARNEY in his personal appearance, as he is tall and has a mass of curly bald beaded. LLOYD VAUGHAN 89 BA KB K ERGE Barb Girls (.tub I 3 I . ( I I Bail) entered Melrose High in her freshman Near from the Roosevelt School. Barb is distinguished for a number of things but when it comes to a h el natural wave, she has no competi- tion. She is one of the best-natured girls in the class, one who alwavs has a cheerv smile and is seldom seen downhearted. o wonder when tiie bovs meet Barb the are all at sea. We haven ' t found out what Barb s plans are for the future, but we hope that the mat be accompanied b the best of success. MILDRED A. VOLPE Millie” Girls ' Club ( 3 ) , ( I l Millie was one of the little freshmen who entered the high school from the Washington School in 1929. Although she has not taken part in the actitities of the high school, she has won main friends among the student body. She is usually quiet in class, but we know her as being full of fun outside. Millie always attended the athletic games, especially those of Malden. She has thought of furthering her education at the Malden Commercial School. Best of luck. Millie. , JEANNETTE WALKER “Jeanne” Traffic Squad ill. Orchestra (2) ; Cloak and Plume III; Nun- lias i 2 i ; Masque and U i g I 2 I . (3). (4); Girls (dub (3), III: Euclidean (3): Trench Chib ill; Tennis 1 2 1 . (3), 111; (dass I ice President I 3 I : ) ear Pool: I 1 I Blue eves plus rosy cheeks plus 92 inches of personality equals Jeannette W alker. Hard to heat in both tennis and marks, Jeanne is one of llie most popular members of our class. She s in almost even school organization and always on the go. Jeanne is er fond of “Maineiacs,” so next year she is going to attend Bates and be one herself. This little bundle of laughter will be greath missed in M. II. S. next ear, and we know she ll have a good time wherever she goes. ' JO S ' lBIL WALLS Girls Club 1 2 I , (3), (4l One of the most likable members of the class of 33 is Sybil. Entering from the Roosevelt School, she began her happy career as a student. For four years she has graced our halls and class- rooms with her never failing smile. Sybil is usually seen in the company of a group of cheerful girls, none of whose smiles so radiate happiness as Sybil’s. We all like Sybil and wish her all the success in the world. HELEN F. WAYSTACK “June Field Hockey (2), (3), (4); Basketball Class 111, (2), (3), (4); Varsity (2), 13), (4); Baseball 111, (2), (3), (4); Girls Club ( 2 ) , (3 I , (4) Helen walked into the Melrose High School in 1929 ready to achieve success in her studies, athletics, and friends. She has succeeded in achieving these in her four years from a be- wildered freshman to a dignified I ? I senior. Helen has proved herself worthy in the athletics in which she has played and helped to win. She is undecided just what she will do in the future, but in time we expect to see her a very competent secretary or ( ? ) . JOSEPHINE WEBBER “Jo” Girls ’ Club (2), (3), (4) “Jo” Webber, nee White, entered M. H. S. in 1927. She graduated from the Roosevelt School and began her high school career as a very attractive freshman. “Jo is one of the pro- verbial “still waters.” After her Junior year her high school career was interrupted, but “Jo” is with us once more, this time more mature and sedate. “Jo’s” time is divided, we don’t know- how equally, among school, a young man named Bud, and three little girls. From what little is seen of her we feel quite sure that “Jo” will make a wonderful wife and mother. 91 KKIX ARK I H C. KIM Kibb . Betlie . ' ‘Peanut Bettie entered M. II. S. Iroin the Roosevelt School, and what Roosevelt lost we gained, for Betlie possesses that happ facultx ot combining good looks with sincerilx and character. She is small, hut she attracts a lot of attention espeeialh among the male sex. Bettie s fondness for Maxse keeps her out of town a great deal. Bettie plans to be a dietitian. If she prepares menus in keeping with her good, natural sell, we feel confident that she will enjo the esteem, confidence, and success that liav been hers in the past. Good luck. Bettie. in all vour future enterprises. .1 WICK HKKLKR “Jan , “Jar . “Janie (,irls Club Id). I ft. French Club I ice-Presulenl Id). (I) During her four years in Melrose High. Jan had made main friends who know her to be always true-blue and dependable. Jan is rather quiet and well-poised, whether in ( lass, at basketball practice, or outside of school. Terrance is the ideal name for a youngster or a dog, so she savs. Can it be the nickname, Jan? e are sure that she will be successful in her career at Miss heeloek s School, which she plans to attend next year, and we wish her the best of luck. pm KKIS ROSA Id K HKKKKR “Phil , “Spadie , “Junie” from Roosevelt hails Phil, more commonly known as Spadie, because of her leaning toward a certain party by that name. Phil’s cheerful smile has made her many friends in old M. II. S. Phil is the short part of the “Mult and Jeff combina- tion. and she is certainly full of fun. .Mo definite plans for her future have been made, although she has stated that she will not return for a post-graduate course. Wherever she is we hope she has as much fun as she did in M. H. S. 92 WILLIAM RONELL WHEELER Rosie , “Bill , “Willyum” Ever since 1929, when he entered from the Gooch School, Bill has been parading his good-natured grin through the corri- dors of Melrose High School. Bill is very popular with his classmates, due largely to his ability to make facetious remarks in Mr. Hutchins’s physics class. Next year Bill plans to enter Northeastern University, where he will study engineering. Cer- tainly, if good nature is a factor in success, Bill’s life will not be a failure. RALPH L. WHITE “Larry” School Life (4), Editor-in-Chief; Debating Society (3 1 , (4), Vice President (4); Euclidean Society (3), 14); Treasurer (4); Masque and Wig (3), (4); Nuntius (2) Armed with the best wishes of the Roosevelt School, Larry commenced a four-year conquest of Melrose High in the autumn of ’29. I say conquest; yet, in reality, the honors he received came to him uncourted. For two years he escaped notice, but at length, his worth found him out, and he burst into popularity with a flourish. If he is so engaging even now, what chance will there be for the rest of us when Larry dons his West Point uniform? Here’s for a brilliant career Larry! And may we never fall in love with the same girl! FLORENCE WILLS “Flip”, “Flippy” Girls’ Club (21. (3), 111; Glee Club ill, (4) Roosevelt saw the last of its well-informed young graduate, Florence Wills, in the summer of 29. M. H. S. saw the first of its very pretty but very green fresh ie, Flip, in the following September. Because of flips radiant spirits it was not long before M. H. S. began to recognize in her a new member to its fold. Flip’s sweet voung laugh was well-known, especially in U. S. History in our junior year. A tip to the teachers, though it comes too late, is that if Flip isn ' t paying attention she is writing notes to a very lanky and handsome friend. Heies wishing you the best of luck, flip. ROCK!! WINGATE l om years ago. Roger entered Melrose High from Lincoln S: bool. He has not done anything in school activities to distin- guish himself, being a working man in the afternoon. Roger will not he through studying when he graduates this spring, for he is going to M. I. I. where he will slud engineering. With his am- bition, industry, and persevorence, it seems likel that he will do a- well there as he inis done in Melrose High. LOUISE WORTH EN Girls ' Club (3), (4) She likes to talk; she loves to laugh. There s nothing seld- om about this person. For four years she has been joking her wav through M. H. S., winning friends, an enjoying herself generally. Two years ago. Louise ' s heart was “Pierce d by the well-known arrow, and since then, her interest in the oppo- site sex has been “Frankly confined to one member. She s been active in Girls’ Club, giving indigestion to its members, for she was on the Social Committee. Next year, Louise wings her way lo Simmons. Happy landing! MEREDITH S. ZAUN “Merry” Girls Club (3), ill, Program Committee ill. Art League (3), Tennis (2l. Glass Basketball (4), Traffic Squad (4) Merry is a ver y good name for this dark-eyed, brown-haired miss who always has a smile for everyone, and surely has been Rolling” in iriendship all through her high school years com- ing lrorn the Washington School in 1929. Merry s hobby is swimming and she intends to follow cither physical education or tenogiaphv. We surely wish her the best of luck! ELIZABETH LEIB ‘ ' Betty” French Club (3), Euclidean (3), (4l She may be small in stature, but she’s not small in laughter and wit. When you get to know Betty, you find under a quiet exterior a load of fun and mischief. She even enjoys being carried off on a runaway horse, and being rescued a la Western Movie thriller. Well, after all. that’s only natural when the hero is young and good looking. Next year, Betty hopes to enter Boston University and. after that, to become some million- aire ' s secretary. Joseph McClellan “Buddy” Joseph “Buddy” McClellan came to Melrose High School after graduating from St. Mary’s School of Melrose. One does not hear Buddy’s name mentioned in connection with school sports. The explanation for this is that he did not partici- pate in any school sports, as the fairer sex already constituted a sufficient problem for him. His admirable record of attendance goes to sbow T that school has its attractions. This probably coincides with the fact that he is quite popular with most of his teachers. At any rate, we wish him the best of luck. MELVIN W. WESTCOTT “Mel” In the glorious fall of 1932 Essex Aggie opened its doors and released Melvin W. Westcott. Mel entered the portals of M. H. S. unheralded and unsung but soon became acquainted with both pupils and teachers. Although Mel was not active in athletics or school orga nizations, he has won many friends among the school body. Mel may be seen afternoons and evenings working in one of our most prominent drug stores. Good luck, Mel. in all future enterprises! 95 PROMINENT, PEOPLE 1 aledictorian Margaret Chandler Salutalorian Jeannette Walker Essayist Ruth Collins Most Popular Boy Wallace Creelman Most Popular Girl . Ruth Collins Most Athletic Girl ami Boy Tenney Tibbetts and Donald Livingsti Prettiest Girl Helen Crouss Handsomest Boy John Hughes Glass 11 oman-hater Charles Rice Glass Man-hater Beulah Shaw Best Dancers John Taylor and Ruth Turner Glass Actress Ruth Turner Glass Actor Fred Gwynn Most Bashful Boy Parker Lichtenstine host Bashful Girl Evangeline Child class Grind Most Successful Bluffer Fred Gwynn Least Successful Bluffer Wallace Creelman Movie Fans Graham Alvord and Margaret Spiller Best featured Girl Rita Fortier Best Matured Boy Richard Foster Glass Wit Fred Gwynn (Mass Giggler Priscilla Smith Glass Blusher Richard Alexander 1 lost Fastidious John Taylor Glass Genius Joseph Bryan Glass Flirt Muriel De Freitas Glass Clown Norman Furber [lost Original Joseph Bryan Glass Poet Lydia Barnes ( .lass Exaggerator Robert Marsh Glass l.ailies ' Man Francis Towle Least Often On Time Warren Todd Glass Pals John Hughes and Leonard 1 lines Glass Songster Walter Blaisdell 96 James Abbott Bruce Acker Richard Adams Maxwell Ames Alice Anderson Herbert Anderson Marjorie Andrews Edmund Babin Carolyn Bailey Marion Bancroft John Barrows Louise Barteaux Arthur Bates Marjorie Beckett Jeannette Berkman George Berninger Ethel L. Berry Francis Blaisdell Carl A. Blanchard Glendon Blodgett Ada M. Bourque Gertrude Boyajian Natalie Boyce Gladys M. Bragg Dorothea E. Breslin Norman S. Brettell Leonard K. Bristol Louise B. Bruce Neil Burgess Edwin L. Burnham Annie Burns Marion Burroughs Helen Calhoun Virginia R. Calvi P uth M. Camerlin Sophie Carakatsane John Carney George P. Carpenter Richard C. Carpenter Vernon Carpenter Windsor Carpenter James E. Case Edward Chaisson Evangeline Child C. Theodore Child John A. Chisholm Frances Churchill Dorothy M. Clark Jean Clark Myrtle Clark Robert W. Clarke Myra E. Clisbee Albert M. Clogston Pauline Collins Mary M. Connelly Granville R. Conrad Paul F. Conway Robert E. Corson Macon Cowles George Cramb Albert H. Critchett Elizabeth F. Curry James Daly John Daly Louise D ' Antilio Harold P. Davis Doris L. Dean Rita E. DeLory John P. Derby Helen M. Dineen Miriam G. Doucette David G. Doughty Frank Dresser Sadie Dubrofsky George Dunn Donald Edkins Gertrude M. Ellis Lora Erhard Martha H. Etsell Richard L. Fallon leorge L. Fellows Eleanor S. Fleury John Flynn William G. Fogland Louise A. Foley Wesley W. Foley Alison Fonda Harvey E. Forbes Sidney E. Ford Anna Fortiere Josephine Fowles Barton R. Fritz Marion K. Fritz Nancy C. Fuller Harold F. Furber Jay Gaines Patricia Gaines Elizabeth Gallant Marion G. Gentile Donald Gile Marion Glaze Bernard R. Glenn Marion Glover Norris M. Gove Robert A. Gove Donald J. Grant Rufus Greenlaw Dorothy M. Griffiths Henry R. Grubb Theodore Guptill Marion L. Hadley John D. Hagen Frances Hall Irene E. Hall Robert Hallahan Herbert C. Hasey Hazel H Hatch Marion E. Hatch Robert Hawes Eugene F. Hayward Phyllis Hewitt Marshall Hird Amy L. Hitchins Barbara Hodgdon Phyllis Hodgdon Dorothy Holland Mildred I. Holman Philip H. Holman Marjorie A. Horne 97 ( Juniors Continued ) Pora A. Howt ' Lawrence H. Hoyt Ruth M. Hultgren Marion 1- ' .. Hume C. Willard Hunnewell Daniel 1 . Hurley Edith Huso Bmily M. Ivey Henry S. Jackson i Inward R. Jackson Francis Jenkins Kulalia Johnson Richard N. Johnson Whitman K. Johnson Batty F. Kallom Kduin 1. Ktirston Margaret Kehoe Robert G. Kelley Charles F Kelliher John Kelliher Winifred Kennedy John A. Kiernan Kllen 1 . Kimball Catherine B. Kinnear Victor c. Kirnies Jane Klinger Albert R. Kress Beverly La Belle Farle Badd Edith Lamprey Vernon Larrabee Edna Latham Kdith La alette Flea tn r V. Lawrence Robert M. Lawrence t ' urtis Leavitt Philip Leavitt Henry LeBoffe Audrey Leemall 1 lorothy Leighton Beryl C. Lewisson Violet Lilly Alice Lindell Kathleen K- Liston Stanley Locke Kvelyn Logan Claire Long Frederick Lopez Kenneth Lord C.efald Lltcey John Lltcey Marjory Lyle John Lynch Katherine Lyons Xeil MacCormack Bernard Mad iougall Kleanor Mack i atherine Mackernan Klizabeth MacKinnon Robert Maidrand Robert Malcolmson Ponald .Mann Antonette Masiello Constance Mason 1 ' by llis Mason Dorothy Mathison ( leorge Mel lough Frank McHugh t lordon Me Kenney Virginia McKinney Carolyn McLean t leorgia Mc.N ' amara ( ' .race Merritt Dorothea Mills Henry I). Minieh Charles Mitchell Frank Monroe Frederick J. Montgomery Fulton Moorehead Thelma L. Morgan Kugene Moulaison Marjorie Moulton Rose Mullane Charles J. Mullen Robert 10. Munson James A Muse (leorge R. Xcely Marjorie .1. Nelson Alice Newman Walter Newman Constance Newton Chester L. Nourse Albin L. Noyes John O ' Donnell John O ' Neil Leo O ' Neil Frances Packard Gordon Park Wayne A. Barman Grace Parsons Kdwin Perrott Frances Philips Beulah Pierce Frank Pierce Clifton Blunter Harold Porter Daniel M. Powers Mary Powers Almon II 1 tamsdel 1 Arthur M. Randlett Ralph W. Rautenberg Allen Rayniond Da id 1 1. Reid Kdgar Richard Cora P. Rickard Vernon Rickard Barbara K. Ritchie Marjory Roberts Marion A. Robinson Jean M. Rogers Mary Royce Grace Russell Susie Russo Raymond Summon Howard W. Sanborn Klsa V. Sandgren Stowe Say ward Francis M. Seoboria Samuel Serino Ruth Shaffer Doris Shaw Chester Shepard Kleanor Simpson Evelyn Smith Irving Smith O live Smith Virginia Smith Lillian Soule William Spadafora Nanev H. Sprague Dorothea Steverman Kdith Stiles George Stockwell Phyllis Stone Andrew Stover Doris Swain Lawrence Swain Hilda Swctt Barbara Taggart Henry Thayer Philip Thivierge Walter Thomas Eleanor A. Toombs Virginia Towner Carl Trentsch John Truss Ralph Tulley Agnes Tuttle Alton Tuttle Allan Vaitses Norman VanCor Vivian D. Varney Betty Wallace Samuel Warren Florenc Waterhouse Elizabeth Webster Sumner Weeks Leon Weir Eleanor A. Wells Ruth O. Wentzel Mildred Weston Gladys Wheeler Charles Williams Fred C. Williams Robert Williams Barbara Wilson Doris Wing Louise Wing 98 Jane Aechtler Virginia Bruchstead Barbara Downey Jean Allanbrook Eugenie Brunham Esther L. Drew George W. Alther Robert Burwen Robert E. Drown Marian Amazeen Thomas L. Byrne Dorothy Emery Gullie Anderson Evelyn L. Byrnes Alice Fay Ralph Austin Mary Calt Priscilla Fillmore Ralph Ayer Lillian E. Carney Ruth Findlay Rita Babin Marjorie E. Cattley Ruth Flanagan Marjorie Baillie Mary M. Cefalo Ervin Forbes Clifton E. Bain Patsy P. Cefalo Constance Foster Anne Baker Dorothy Cheney Donald Foster Paul Baker Carol D. Child Richard J. Franz W. Russell Battersby Dorothy Churchill Anna French Myra Beck Genevieve Clark John Gallagher Leonard Beckwith Jeannette E. Clark Elizabeth Gerritson Edith M. Behnke Arthur M. Clarry William G. Giddings Nellie Benedict Kathleen Cline John Gillingham Webster Benedict Pauline Cloues Eleanor Glines Paul F. Benner Warren B. Clow Ruth Goddard Dante Binda Lawrence C. Cole Wesley Goding Arthur Birdsall Raymond H. Collins Janice Gould Harry R. Black Frank A. Connor Elizabeth Grace Gloria Blair Edith H. Coste Isabelle Gray Leonard Blanchard Miriam R. Cox Elizabeth Greene Phyllis Board man Virginia V. Critehett Richard Greene Augustine J. Bonzagni Lincoln Crosby Jeraldine Hall Robert Bos worth Jacques A. Cunningham Dorothy L. Hallahan Elmer H. Bourne Dorothy F. Davis John Hallenborg Paul Bourneuf Pansy Davis Birney F. Halliwell Ruth Boutilier Muriel J. Davison Anita Hanes Betty C. Bowditch Lawrence DeCoste Paul Haroth John H. Boyajian William DeCoste Velma Harrow Elizabeth A. Brennan Helen Delory Thelma Hatch Gertrude J. Brennan Donald DeLuca Helen Haven Jeannette Bretagne Betty DeNormandie Lewis Haven Anna M. Brock John Dickinson Virginia Haven Betty Brown Dominic Dinardi Paul Hoffman Edith D. Bruce Edna Dobson Louise Holland Jeannette Bryant Leo Donohue Faith Hopkins Phyllis Bryant Arthur S. Dooley Donald E. Houser Richard H. Buck Joseph Doucette Lincoln Hunter Richard Bullen Harold Dow Charles Hurley Theodore F. Bullen Frank Dowd Albert R. Hutton 99 ( Sophomores Continued ) Henry G. ingersoll Charlotte Ingram Dorothy 1C. James George Jenkins Dewitt Joel Jean Johnson Ralph Johnson Harold Johnston Howard Jones .lean Joslin Robert W. Joslin Rose Keefe Mvrton Kehoe Marjorie Kelley Mary X. Kellogg Ora Kennefic John Kenney Helen Kiernan Catherine Kiley R. Dorothy Kiley Robert Kiley Helena King Richard Kirkpatrick Sarah Kitching Doris Kittredge Jane Knoblock Margaret Lang June Larkin Marie Lavallee Dorothy R. Lawrence Philip Laycock P.essie E. Layton Nancv Leib Ruth E. Lent Alice LeVere Clarence Lewisson, Jr. William E. Lithgow John Little Helen Long Richard MacHugh Robert E. MacHugh Alice Maclnnis Elizabeth MacKeil Esther MacKenzie Janet Maclachlan Marjorie MacLean Christene MacLeod Edith Macullar Geraldine Maguire Victor Maidrand Hilda Mandell E. Jean Marr Gladys Marriette Frank Martin Edward Mathev William McClintock Michael .1. McCormack Mildred McGough Dorothy McHatton James McIIwraith Ma rga ret McNamara Jordon McWade i Jertrude C. Mesnick A. Marie Messier Paul Millane Barbara Miller Richard Monroe Daniel F. Moody Albert F. Moore Charles Moore William L. Moreton Frances Mullen Helena L. Mullen Madeline Murphy Katherine D. Murry William Muse Otis Nelson Barbara Neumeyer Barbara Nichols Hilton Nickerson Marjorie Niles William A. Noonan Virginia Nourse G. Anna Noyes Daniel A. Nugent Carolyn Nutter R. Stanley Payson Earl A. Perry Richard Perry Grace E. Pike Roger W. Pine George F. Pitts Mary G. Polk Gertrude M. Powers Lucy A. Pray Dorothy M. Preece Evelyn W. Prohl Peggie Provandie Geraldine Queen Lester G. Ramsdell John Reed Harold W. Reeves Alpo Regnell John F. Reynolds Charles Richardson Dorothy Richardson Marion Richardson Herbert Ricker Jane Riddell Paul Riddell Arthur Ridley James Rinn Barbara Robbins Norman Robinson Frances Roeder Marjorie Rogers Catherine Ross Frances Rourke Margaret Rourke Eleanor R. Rowe Virginia L. Rufl Hllr.mae Russell Philip Russell Josephine Russo Carl Sandgren Clarence Sawyer William Schaeffer Bertram Schloesser Fuller Scofield Eleanor Searle I .ee Sellon Barbara Semple David Servis Barston Shaw Marion Sherman Mary G. Sherman Constance Simeone Rhona Slade 1 loris Smith James F. Smith John Smith Natalie Smith Robert Snow Elinor Sparling Sandford Spencer Barbara Stanley Horace S. Stetson Marion O. Stevens Phyllis Stevens Elizabeth Stone Dorothy Stuart Dorothy Sulkins Alma Sullivan Gerald F. Tavener Stuart Thayer Barbara Thompson Adrienne Thorn Richard Tobey Winifred Tomes Carolyn Toomey Herbert Tourtillott Alice E. Towner Verna Towner Phyllis M. True Philip A. Varney Robert Vidler Francis vonKIock William Wadland Alexander Walsh Daniel Walsh Gertrude Wardwell Raymond W. Warren Donald Washburn Richard M. Webber Ervin Welch James L. Wheeler Frederick Whipple Joseph White Marv A. White William H. White Beatrice Whitmore Florence E. Whitmore Elmer S. Whittier Winona Wildes John Willey Evelvn A. Wingood Marguerite Woodill Jeorge K. Woodland Robert A, Woollacott Robert Zurbach 100 Ruth Alger Alice Cairns Dorothy Fish Robert Allard Philip Calder Vernon Fletcher Phyllis Allgrove Spencer Campbell Joseph Flynn Ruth Anderson Janice Carpenter Philip Fogg Ralph Armington Dorothy Carver Beatrice French Frank Atwood George Casey Barbara Gallant Jane Atwood John Casey Wilma Garnache Thomas Atwood Louise Cefalo Lawrence Garvey Barbara Babb Anthony Champa Elmer George Celeste Babineau Miriam Chandler Ross Gettv Virginia Badger Josephine Clark Edith Gile Donald Bailey Muriel Clark Fred Gilfeather John Bailey Margery Codaire Albert Giovino Ruth Baldwin Edith Comeau Carlo Giuffre Ralph Barnstead Walter Cook f heodore Goddard Paul Barter Evelyn Corson Charles Goldthwait Panzie Beckwith Nathalie Coulson Elizabeth Goldthwait Lawrence Beniis Robert Covin Gloraine Goodwin William Berg Rita Cox Catherine Gott Ruth Berthel Donald Crooker Ruth Graves Herbert Bertoulin Adele Cutler Herbert Greene Bertha Bierweiler Mary Dahl Richard Greene Marie Bissell Susie D’Antilio Benjamin Griffiths Julia Blanchard Helen Darling Catherine Groody Robert Bleyle John Davidson Kendrick Guertin Kells Boland Luella Davis Jewel Guibord Ruth Bolster Warren Davison Ernestine Gustin Henry Bonzagni Russ Dearborn Erna Gysi Robert Bowen Ernest DeLuca George Hall Walter Bowman Leon DeMontier Herbert Halliday Earle Boyd David Dieter Doris Hamilton Ardis Brackett Violet Dinardi Norman Hamlin Louise Brackett Alice Doherty Paul Hannigan Warren Brissette Francis Dondero Robert Hanscom Marie Brock Beatrice DuBrofsky Dorothy Hanson Robert Brooks Harold DuBrofsky Helen Hanson William Brooks Frank Eaton Gertrude Harney Beth Brunning Norma Edkins Ceylon Harry Cortland Brya.nt Carlton Ellis W ' eston Haskell Gertrude Bryant Philip Elmer Donald Hause Richard Bullens Elsie Etsell Gordon Hawes Richard Burnham Janet Faden Dora Hazzard Robert Burt Frances Fahey Thomas Head Charles Byrne Barbara Fallon Frances Healey Patricia Cain Adolph Ferraro Virginia Healy 101 I Freshmen Continued ) t ; forgo 1 1 edit John Hennessy Katherine Hennessy Karin Henrikson John Hess Uorothy Hewitt Natalie Hewitt Thomas Higgins Hilaries Hinehey Lida I line Karoline Hit 1 1 Mildred Hodgkins t trace Hogan Ha yard Holland Dorothy Holman Sylvia Howe Winona Howell Barbara Hoyt Henry Hughes Ial Hughes Margaret Hunton Fay 11 upper Hollis Hyde h ' ranees Hyland Charles Ingham Albert Isaksen lluth James (lien Jayeock Dorothea Johnson lluth Johnson William Johnson Newton Jones Woodrow Jones Doris Keene Kdward Kelly l.ollise Kelley ICllen Kernan (leorge Kimball Kdwin King linger Knapp Uieitard Knight John Knbolock Annette Kress Pauline Lantz Shirley Parkin Kbba Parson Patricia Pegg James Pawrenee Franklin Leighton Marion Leighton Alice Peon Louise Leonard Phyllis Lerncr Arthur Lever Marion Locke Leo Lofchie Frank Lopez Iwendoline Lothrop Robert Love ( Jordon Lowe lOlizabeth Lowell Kvelyn Lusk BUsworth Putts Virginia Lynde Rosemary Pyons Alltin Macdonald J ean Macdonald Thomas Mac! tonga II Natalie Maelnnis Roy Maclnnrs Marie .MacIntyre Malcolm Mackay ( leorge MacMonagle I !a t tiara MacSwi en Kleanor Madden Francis Mahoney John Malm Kvelyn Mann Marie Manzer Wilfred Martin Anna Martois Frederick Masheter Vincent Materese Francis Ma.vne I torot h v Mel a niel Phillip McFaddcn Rose McGough Hetty Mereier Catherine Meuse Kdna Mickle Helen Middleton Roland Mildram Thelma Mitchell Isabelle Montgomery Richard Moore Robert Moore Webster Moores Van Morris Kthel Mosher Robert Mumford John Murphy Pouisa Myrick (Jloritt Muller Mary Nazario Nellie Nickerson Bernard O ' Brien Frank O ' Leary Margaret Oliver lOlizabeth O ' Neil James O ' Neil Russel O ' Neil Kthel Ollis (leorge Palmer Kenneth Palmer Richard Parant (Jordon Paul Alma Pierce Damon Porter Patrick Powers Virginia Powers Hilbert Priestley Kathryn Pulsifer Bernice I’ve Margaret Rafferty Daniel Rahilly James Ramsay Lois Randlett Constance Read Kdward Reagan Kllen Rhodes James Richdale William Riley Morris Rindone Arthur Robinson Pauline Robinson John Rodgers Artiste Rogers Warren Rogers Joseph Rotundi Peon Rowe Kvelyn Rudin Roland Rumberg Dorothy Rush Martha Saari Krvvin Sanborn Joan Sanders Olof Sandgren Betty Sauer John Scarpa Pewis Scarpa Pevio Scenna Robert Scofield Kenneth Sears Strothard Sentner Frances Serino Kdward Shaw Marvin Shaw Virginia Sheppard Jean Sherburne Francis Sheridan Ruth Shi wrick Kugene Shute Norma Shute Martha Sibley Richard Sibley Marjorie Simpson lllmrr Smith Kverett Smith Lincoln Smith Mary Smith Milford Smith Muriel Smith David Soley Andrew Sorenson Royal Spencer Barbara Sprague Stanwood Stack Louis Stafford Barbara Stark Marion Sleeves (leorge Sterling Priscilla Stone Grant Stonebury Anna Sullivan Francis Sullivan Madeline Sullivan Irving Swain Thelma Swain Virginia Swensson Helen Talbot Donald Tavener Donald Teschek Charles Thompson Virginia Thompson Mill ard Titcomb Teresa Turner Paul Vnitses Doris VanAlstine ( J wendolyn Vannah Wallace Verge Charles Vocca A nnette vonLieherma mi Howard Walden Philip Wallace Margaret Walsh Ruth Waltz Harvey Watkins Jerry Waystack Joan Webber Dorothy Wellington Arthur Wentzel Klliot Wheeler Burton Whipple Kleanor Whitney Krnest Whitney Margery Wig ton Jean Wilkinson Marga ret Williams Richard Wilson Sehna Wilson Charles Wing Marion Woodland William Woodside Frank Woodward Stella Worth Russell Wright Ruth Wynott lOlizabeth Yates Marjorie Young 102 ORGANIZATIONS 103 104 SCHOOL LIFE Fdilor-in-Chief Literary Editor Assistant Literary Editor Jokes . . . . Poetry Corner .... School News ...... Girls’ Athletics Boys’ Athletics .... Alumni News Exchanges Business Manager Advertising Manager Circulating Manager . . Business Assistant Business Assistant Business Assistant Ralph Whitk Betty Benson Frances Packard rank Monroe, John Barrows Ruth Collins Benjamin Terry Betty Noyes Raymond Berquist . . . . Gail Chase Virginia Briggs Richard Surbeck . . . . .... John Frye Joseph Bryan Louis Heaton Wayne Barman Robert Malcolmson Tin ough the administration of the above staff, directed by Miss Drake and Mr. Battles, “School Life 7 ' has survived the decline in subscriptions and advertise- ments without being cheapened in any way. In fact, there have been some additions in the form of new cuts and cover design. Having thus successfully passed the financial crisis, “School Life , we feel certain, will next year enjoy the hearty support it has always deserved. 105 10G GIRLS’ CLUB Pres ideal — Ruth Coluns I ice-President- Dorothy Sauer Secretary— Lydia Barnes T reasurer — Betty Stantial Corresponding Secretary — Helen McIlwraith With the beginning of sophomore inductions the seniors watch their happy days in Girls’ Club draw to a close— days that have brought them nearer to the high ideals which the club stands for. The programs have been inspirational, instructive, and entertaining. There have been many fine speakers, several parties, discussions, skits and suppers. There was the usual Friendly Week and Mothers’ and Dads Nights. For the hist time Girls’ Club held a night for the sophomores, thus including all the girls of the school in its bond of friendliness; and for the first time it published a weekly paper, The Torch, which was a great success. Now it is over, but we seniors who go out into another world carry with us the shining ideals of the club which have helped to make us better young women. Thursday night will always bring back memories of happy hours and happy asso- ciations to us all, and it will bring back the memory of Mac, our advisor and friend! 107 108 HI-Y CLUB President —WALLACE CREELMAN Vice-President -Richard Alexander Secretary — Richard Franklin Treasurer — Lorinc Lyford Corresponding Secretary — Robert Marsh Advisors — Mr. Lacey and Gordon Pipe The Hi-Y Club lias again completed a successful and instructive season. Under the leadership of our President, and with the aid of Gordon Pipe, a former president, the club has accomplished much and feels that it has made a definite step in its recovery, as the attendance has increased almost fifty per cent. With the help of the Girls’ Club, the annual Appreciation Banquet was put over very successfully, and the HiY Dance was one of the most enjoyable social functions of the year. 109 110 MASQUE AND WIG SOCIETY President — Benjamin Terry Vice-President — Virginia Doughty Secretary — Lydia Barnes Treasurer - Richard Steer Corresponding Secretar y — Ruth Turner Faculty Advisor — Miss Hall The Masque and Wig Society has completed another year of successful dra- matic productions under Miss Hall’s leadership. The programs have been both instructive and interesting. In November the play “Babbitt’s Boy” was presented at the regular monthly meeting and then at a Parent-Teachers’ meeting. At the Christmas Assembly the Society undertook Dick- ens’ “Christmas Carol and made the school proud of them in their fine perform ance. For their annual production in Memorial Hall the Harvard Prize Play, “You and I” by Philip Barrie was selected. This is the third modern play that the club has attempted. The cast did admirably. Next year the society will have a new home in the new high school, but the number 38 will always bring back to us seniors happy memories of Masque and Wig days. Ill 112 THE CLOAK and PLUME SOCIETY President Ross Getty Vice-President —John Rodgers Secretary — Betty Sauer Treasurer — Evelen Lusk Faculty Advisor— Miss Wilder The Cloak and Plume Society, under the supervision of Miss Wilder, has had many successful meetings and entertainments during the past year. The club was fortunate in having helpful and co-operat ive members led by able officers. At each meeting a short play was presented by members of the society. The club program for December included a presentation of ‘‘The Christmas Guest’ at an assembly of the Freshmen. During the year the Cloak and Plume Society entertained the Masque and Wig Society with a short play entitled, “Theories and Thumbs.” The many plays have given the members experience which will be of great help to the Masque and Wig Society in the next few years. 113 114 TRAFFIC SQUAD This year the traffic squad of thirtv-four members lias, due to the cooperation ol the school and the work of the officers capably carried on the work that sixty did last year. Urged on by Don Livingston, the squad has kept the corridors free from loiterers, and filing has been quiet. We hope that next year’s squad will carry on in the new building with the same cooperation from the students. 1 he present squad consists of, Captain, Don Livingston, Lieutenants, Wall Cre dman. Fran Towle, Gin Doughty, Henry Niemeyer. Squad, Louis Heaton. Ray Berquist. Marion Cole, Betty Benson, Irma Berthel, Ruth Collins, Ruth Turner. Rita Fortier, Jeanette Walker, Dorothy Lundberg, Barbara Tibbetts, Joe Spadafora, Duigy Mackenzie, Joe Rector, Gerry Lucey, Ed Brooks, Dick Foster, Dick Steer, Merideth Zahn, Hilda Swell. Eleanor Mack, Fred Williams, Carl Blanchard, Henry Jackson, Wayne Barman. Granville Conrad, Robert Malcomson, Dave Reid. Dumpy Raymond. 115 - ■ ' : k J 1 k THE EUCLIDEAN SOCIETY President — LoRINC Lyford Vice-President Norman Robinson Secretary . — M RC ret Cii andler Treasurer — Ralph W hite Chairman of Program Committee — Alice Lerner Faculty Advisor — Miss Branscombe The Euclidean Society ' s fiscal year of October. 1932-May. 1933, has been most successful. The program has been in the hands of an able committee, who. with the assistance of Miss Branscombe, the faculty advisor, has provided a variety of meetings and trips. Two of the latter seemed outstanding as to their educational value and their interest. In November the club made a visit to the Boston Ice Company in Malden, producers of artificial ice, where we saw in action the processes explained in the previous meeting by Professor Fritz. In December, the club was conducted on an inspection of the Necco Factory. Since this was their busiest season, we saw large amounts of various candies being made ready for sale. We shall remember this trip as part of a most interesting year. 117 118 FRENCH CLUB President — Eleanor Paddock Vice-President Janice W heeler Secretary — Ethel Louise Jewett Faculty Advisor — Miss Ch se With great pleasure do we look back upon the enjoyable meetings of the French Club during this year. Under the able leadership of our President, Eleanor Paddock, and with the always helpful advice of Miss Chase, our meetings have been most entertaining. Miss Walter gave us a very interesting talk on her trip abroad and Mr. Morrill was kind enough to entertain us with a few piano selections. We have been exceedingly fortunate in having these teachers cooperate with us. Miss Dodge talked to us on the subject “Why We Study Modern Languages.’ Hdr interesting reasons left us many things on which to ponder. As the grand finale to our most successful year we held a picnic at the beach the last week in May. And so we wish the officers and members of next year ' s French Club as fine a year as we have had. And we say with Goothe that “Celui qui ne sait qu’une langue, ne regarde le monde qu un oeil.” 119 120 DEBATING SOCIETY Faculty Advisor — Mr. ' I oung President — .) oseph Brv an I ' icc-P resident Ralph White Secretary- Helen Crolss Treasurer— A I. an arises This year the Debating Society has experienced an unusual variety of decisions, having been once defeated, once tied, and once victorious. Our membership, though small, has produed some aide debaters, many of whom will he in the society next year. With Mr. Young as faculty advisor, and Alan Yaitses as the new president, the coming year should he a successful one; and may the new high school bring new members. 121 m WMm siWlM ART LEAGUE The Art League has been organized a short time. Ils purpose is to furthei iho knowledge of beauty and fine art throughout t lie school and community. At the beginning of the year the following officers were elected: President — Lawrence Johnson, Jr. Vice-President Francis Jknkins Treasurer — Francks Ross Secretary Mit.DRKi) Smilei We have had several entertaining meetings the past year under the direction of Miss Coyle, and feel that next year will be even more successful. An ambitious program is planned for next year. The annual party of the League, which is always a delightful affair, will b • hid in 1 1 io gym of the new building sometime this fall. 123 124 POETRY CLUB President — Lydia Barnes ice-Presideni — Carolyn Dearington Treasurer Joseph Bryan Recording Secretary — Betty Benson Corresponding Secretary — Dorothy French Executive Member — Ruth Collins Faculty Advisor — Miss Putnam This year’s Poetry Club lias been very fortunate in its many profitable and enjoyable meetings. At the opening meeting, Robert Frost was studied. Much of bis power lies in the fact that be makes bis poetry sound so much like ordinary conversation. The next poet was Rupert Brooke who always appeals so much to young people. The Christmas meeting was held at Miss Putnam’s home. Various Christmas poems were read and discussed, and original poems by the members were read, in February, we again turned into children, enjoying to the utmost many of A. A. Milne’s poems. In March we studied the history of the ballad, and many examples ol the various kinds of ballads were read. For the April meeting, we were invited to the home of Mrs. Tauber in the Highlands. We have not only made quite a study of different poets and become better acquainted with their lives and writings, but we have also advanced greatly in our own verse writing. The two most successlul this year by far are Joe Bryan and Lydia Barnes. We sincerely hope that the future poetry clubs will prove as profitable to the members as this year’s has to us. 125 12G THERAPEIA CLUB President — Vera KENISON Vice-President — Evelyn Mann Secretary — Mitsu Mathieu Program Chairman — Karoi.yn Hittl Faculty Advisors — Miss Conlanil Miss Blake The girls nursing club, recognized under the name “Therapeia. held its (irsl meeting January 11, 1933. The aim and purpose of this club is to interest and inspire those girls who are intending to make nursing their chosen vocation. We have been fortunate in having the following persons address our club: Miss Gilman and Mr. Poole from the faculty and Miss Beverly of the Melrose Red Cross Chapter. We were also fortunate in securing our school nurse. Miss Callahan, a former graduate of Melrose High School. Under the able leadership of Vera Kenison, our president, and the supervision of Miss Conland and Miss Blake, we feel we have made considerable headway with the club this year, and we trust our newly elected officers, with Ruth Hultgren as president, will go forward to much greater accomplishments in the coming year. 127 GRADUATION EXERCISES OF THE MELROSE HIGH SCHOOL CLASS of 1933 MEMORIAL HALL FRIDAY EVENING, JUNE 9 AT 8.05 O’CLOCK Invocation Program GMS© Rev. John L. Ivey, Methodist Episcopal Church Overture to “The Mikado” Orchestra Sir Arthur Sullivan Salutatory and Essay — The Origin of the High School in America Jeannette Walker Song of the Volga Boatman Chorus Essay — The Growth of the High School Ruth Collins Arr. by Albert Stoessel An Evening’s Pastorale Chorus Wilfrid Shaw Valedictory and Essay — The Modern High School Margaret Chandler (a) Theme from the Piano Sonata in A Wolfgang A. Mozart (b) Minuet from the opera “Don Juan” Orchestra Wolfgang A. Mozart Announcements by the Principal Presentation of Diplomas Mr. Chester B. Allen, Chairman of the School Committee Soldiers ' Chorus from the opera “Faust” Chorus Charles E. Gounod America — The last stanza. The Class — Audience — Orchestra and Organ. MELROSE HIGH SCHOOL Class of 1933 RICHARD F. ALEXANDER PAUL M. ALLEN GRAHAM G. ALVORD JOHN BRITTAIN ANDERTON HELEN MARIE BABCOCK BENJAMIN L. BAKER ELEANOR E. BAKER ROBERT S. BAKER LYDIA BARNES HILDA W. BAUMANN C. DEAN BEMIS, JR. ELIZABETH BENSON RAYMOND H. BERQUIST ELEANOR L. BERRY ELMER ROY BERRY IRMA MARJORIE BERTHEL ELEANOR M. BETCHER RUTH URQUHART BISHOP LILLIAN ADELE BISSELL RUTH A. BLAISDELL WALTER OSGOOD BLAISDELL ELLA GRACE BLANCHARD MERTON F. BOURNE MARGUERITE C. BOURNEUF ROBERT S. BOYAJIAN DALE D. BRIGGS VIRGINIA DOUGLAS BRIGGS DONALD ALBERT BROOKS EDGAR DAVIS BROOKS DOROTHY H. BROWN JOSEPH G. BRYAN AUDREY VIRGINIA CAESAR IRENE E. CAIRNS CARLETON R. CARTER DORIS L. CATES MARGARET CHANDLER GAIL CHASE EVANGELINE RUSSELL CHILD RALPH T. CINCOTTA JEAN MARY CLARK MARION PEARL COLE RUTH GRANT COLLINS J. LOUIS COMEAU EVELYN A. CONAXIS JOHN F. CONLEY KATHLEEN LOUISE CONWAY DOROTHY EDITH COOMBS ISABEL MARY COSTA WILFRED T. COUCH ANITA MARY COUNSELL CHARLES W. CRAMB THOMAS ALFRED CRANE WALLACE RAYMOND CREELMAN JAMES JOSEPH CRONIN EILEEN KATHERINE CROSSMAN HELEN S. CROUSS BURTON HARLAND CURLEY ROBERT VINCENT CURLEY PHOEBE DANIELS CAROLYN DEARINGTON MARION LOUISE DECKER MURIEL EUGENIE DE FREITAS EVELYN M. DI NATALE VIRGINIA A. DOUG-riTY VINCENT J. DUGGAN CHARLES FRANCIS DYER FREDERIC CLAY ' TON FALLON HAZEL B. FERO ALVIRA FERRARO GEORGE R. FORBES RITA S. FORTIER RICHARD H. FOSTER RICHARD B. FRANKLIN DOROTHY E. FRENCH JOHN FRYE NORMAN J. FURBER ELINOR MORTON GILES FRANCENA MARGARET GILL CONNIE GILMORE JAMES JOSEPH GORMAN MARGARET H. GRIFFIN FREDERICK LANDIS GWYNN WALTER C. HALL, JR. JOSEPH P. HALLAHAN MABEL ELIZABETH HARDY BURTON TREMAIN HARLOW MARJORIE HASKELL ROGER THAYER HAYDEN LOUIS B. HEATON, JR. BARBARA WESTGATE HEINLEIN HOWARD McKAY HICKEY CHESLEY J. KASPRZAK MARJORIE ELLEN HINDON LEONARD WILLIAM HINES ELIZABETH F. HODGMAN W. STOWELL HOWARD JOHN M. HUGHES BEATRICE P. HULT DOROTHEA G. HUNTER RUTH B. HUNTER EDNA S. INGHAM ETHEL-LOUISE JEWETT LAWRENCE EDMOND JOHNSON, JR. JOHN JOSEPH KELLIHER VERA L. KENISON ETHEL LOUISE KENNEDY RAYMOND W. LARSON DOROTHY E. LAWRENCE LINWOOD P. LEAVITT ELIZABETH LEIB ALICE MARY LERNER SIDNEY LEVINE JOHN B. LEWIS PARKER E. LICHENSTEIN CHARLOTTE MARY LILLY ARTHUR W. LITHGOW DONALD E. LIVINGSTON HARVEY J. LOBDELL BERTHA LOFCHIE MABELLE EDITH LOPEZ ELEANOR C. LUCAS MARTHA M. LUCEY DOROTHY E. LUNDBERG LORING FULLER LYFORD CATRIONA MacDONALD NAOMI R. MacHUGH VIRGINIA LEE MACKAY THOMAS E. MacGONAGLE JOHN R. MacKENZIE J. HUGH MacMONAGLE DANIEL F. MADDEN ELIZABETH FLORENCE MAKER ARTHUR E. MALENCHINI SUSAN WILLIAMS MALM ELIZABETH MANSON HELEN D. MARR ROBERT BAXTER MARSH ALFRED L. MARSHALL MARION MARSHALL ELIZABETH M. MARTIN AUDREY MASON MITSU V. MATHIEU BESSIE T. McFADDEN JOHN McGLONE ELEANOR L. McHATTON D. HELEN McIL WRAITH G. HAMILTON MERRIFIELD HELENE EVELYN MERROW IRVING MESNICK ARTHUR FRANCIS MESSIER ALLEN HOWARD MILLETT CAROLYN E. MITCHELL JESSIE C. MULLEN JOHN JOSEPH MURPHY JOHN M. NELSON HELEN O. NESMITH HENRY BERTRAM NIEMEYER ELIZABETH NILES ELIZABETH NOYES DOROTHY CATHERINE OLLIS JOHN O’NEIL MARY MARGARET O ' NEIL ELEANOR BLANCHE PADDOCK ROBERT ARNO PENDLETON ELMER J. PERRY FOSTER PERRY MELROSE HI QH SCHOOL — Class of 1933 — Continued DOROTHY F. PICKETT CHARLES RICHARD PIPE MARTHA ELIZABETH PITTS GEORGE POWERS MARY ELIZABETH POWERS MELVIN ALBERT PROHL HELEN MILDRED RAMSEY ROBERT GARNER RANKIN RUTH E. RATCLIFFE JOSEPH R. RECTOR GEORGE LIVINGSTON REID CHARLES P. RICE BERTHA F. RICHARDSON HELYN ELOUISE RICHARDSON LUCILLE ALBERTA RICHARDSON BEATRICE E. RICHDALE MARJORIE ELSIE RING MURIEL WINEFRED ROBINSON NORMAN EVANS ROBINSON ELINOR FLORENCE ROGERS THEODORE JAMES ROGERS MAURICE C. ROTONDI F. VIRGINIA RUSH BERTHA PHYLLIS RUSSELL DOROTHY NEALE SAUER RICHARD CALVIN SAVAGE BEULAH O. SHAW LAWRENCE CARVER SHAW ROBERT LINCOLN SIBLEY RUTH ADELE SIMKINS MARTHA HALL SKILLINGS ESTHER BANCROFT SMILEY MILDRED L. SMILEY EVELYN L. SMITH PRISCILLA SMITH ROBERT E. SNELL BERNARD P. SPADAFORA JOSEPH PAUL SPADAFORA MARGARET SPILLER ELIZABETH P. STANTIAL RICHARD NORRIS STEER EDITH E. STEWART BETTE E. STONE LEONARD H. STRAW MIRIAM F. SULLIVAN RICHARD U. SURBECK GEORGE T. SWEENEY DOROTHY ADA SWENSSON DORIS W. TAIT JOHN W. TAYLOR WILLIAM EARL TAYLOR BENJAMIN P. TERRY JAMES OTIS THORPE BARBARA F. TIBBETS TENNEY ' MELVIN TIBBETTS WARREN S. TODD GLADYS A. TOURTILLOTT FRANCIS X. TOWLE RUTH TURNER PAUL FRANKLYN VARNEY LLOYD VAUGHAN BARBARA VERGE JEANNETTE M. WALKER SYBIL LOIS WALLS HELEN FRANCES WAYSTACK JOSEPHINE VAUGHAN WEBBER BETTIE C. WEIR MELVIN W. WESTCOTT JANICE WHEELER PHY ' LLIS ROSALIE WHEELER WILLIAM R. WHEELER RALPH L. WHITE FLORENCE WILLS ROGER HOYT WINGATE LOUISE WORTHEN MEREDITH S. ZAHN PERFECT ATTENDANCE absent nor tardy for four years) (Neither Richard F. Alexander Marion Louise Decker John Frye Howard McKay Hickey Donald E. Livingston Richard U. Surbeck Barbara F. Tibbetts William R. Wheeler Florence Wills HONOR LIST All A and B averages in four years Joseph G. Bryan Margaret Chandler Ruth Grant Collins Hazel B. Fero Alice Mary Lerner Bertha Lofchie Dorothy E. Lundberg Catriona MacDonald Elizabeth Manson Elizabeth Niles Eleanor Blanche Paddock Melvin Albert Prohl Bertha F. Richardson Esther Bancroft Smiley Jeannette M. Walker • • Melrose High School Orchestra James R. Houghton, Director Violins Alice Anderson Celeste Babineau Evelyn Corson Miriam Doucette Helen Hanson Marshall Hird Marion Hume Arthur Kiernan Georgia MacNamara Fulton Moorehead Barbara Ritchie Ralph Austin Russell Battersby Nellie Benedict Marjorie Cattley Richard Franz Elizabeth Greene Margaret MacNamara Phyllis Stevens Eulalia Johnson Joan Sanders Virginia Swensson Dorothy Wellington Cello Wallace King Marion Hatch Flute Barbara Sprague Drums Marion Bancroft Tympani Betty Brown Piano Marion Hadley Trumpets Robert Bowen Robert Burwen Kenneth Bristol Francis Scoboria Barbara Stanley French Horn William Riley Richard Sibley Clarinet Marjorie Rogers Trombone Donald Hause Lawrence Shaw THE MELROSE FREE PRESS 128 THRIFT COUNCIL Thrift Advisor — Mr. H. A. Lutes Chief Cashier — Helen Richardson Chief Assistant Cashier- Jane Aetchler While the deposits made by the student body have not been so large this year as last year, nevertheless the effort exerted by all classes in this respect is worthy of comment, and particularly so in view of the economic situation. The per cent of depositors in each class are: Freshmen 30.9% Sophomores 16% Juniors 10.1% Seniors 8.1% The three rooms with the highest percentage of depositors are: M-2 — 76% S-2 — 69% Ml — 38.5% We feel justified in expecting that with the gradually increasing activity in economic affairs there will be a proportionate increase in the enthusiasm for further savings. 129 ORCHESTRA The work of the Orchestra this year has exceeded all expectations. hi le tne have not appeared in public as frequently as in the past season, yet their rehearsals have carried them steadily forward. They now play the compositions of Haydn and Mozart with ease and understanding. Because of the limited space at Memorial Hall a few members again were selected to play at the annual Masque and Wig play in April. In the absence of Mr. Houghton, the Orchestra was conducted by Mr. Rich, and received high words of praise for its spirited playing. The Orchestra, increased by the addition of members of the Freshman Orchestra, did itself proud in the presentation of the operetta, “Mikado ’, in June. The difficult music, perhaps the hardest of all the Gilbert and Sullivan scores, was rendered with sympathetic competency, and reflected much credit on the work of the Orchestra as a whole. 131 ByT fly GIRLS’ GLEE CLUB The Girls’ Glee Club had a most successful year under the direction of Mr. Houghton. Although the meetings were Held after school on Tuesday, about 150 girls tried out, of which number 100 were selected for membership. The (dub ap- peared with the Amphion Club in their mid-season concert singing to the evident pleasure and delight of all those present. We combined with the Boys Glee Club in producing the “Mikado. Mr. Edward Center of Boston University coached, and Mr. Houghton directed the production which repeated the success of former years. BOYS’ GLEE CLUB The Boys’ Glee Club of over 50 members has finished its record season. This organization grew out of the combined Glee Clubs of previous years, and lias become a part of our regular Wednesday program. It is an upper-class organization with a voice test warranting admission. Through the work of Mr. Houghton, whose untiring efforts have been greatly appreciated by the students, the Club has so far had a very successful existence. The work of the year consisted principally of combining with the Girls’ Gl°e Club and contributing its part in the production of Gilbert Sullivan ' s comic opera. “The Mikado’ . Many of the members took part, and its success made the occasion one of the outstanding events of the year. 133 GERMAN CLUB Members Bettv Benson, delc Bissell. Audrey Caesar. Barbara Heinlein. Louis Heaton. Ilenr iemeyer. I ' acuity dv isor- -Miss Brown. Tin (ierman Croup was formed early in the year for the purpose of drawing the members a hit ( loser to the language, the country, and the customs of the (ierman people. One ol the most profitable as well as the most interesting events was a trip to the Boston l niversitv (ierman Club j � lav. “Die Weinachspiel. Other pleasing features were the trips to the I ine Arts Theater to see the (ierman talking pictures. Meetings were held in the homes of the members, and conversation was carried on in (ierman as much as possible. 1.34 135 FOOTBALL 1933 This year ' s football team had much hard luck in the form of injuries, which accounted for Capt. Foley and others being unable to plav much of the season. Don Livingston acted as Captain during Foley’s absence. Out of ten games the team won three, tied two. and lost five. C The letter men are as follows: Capt. Foley. Capt. -elect Parman. Acting Capt. Don Livingston, David Reid, Edgar Brooks, Harry Black, Allan Raymond. George Carpenter, Bernard McDougall. Sid Ford, Joseph Rector, Fran Towle, John Taylor, Bernard Spadafora, John McKenzie, Robert Malcolmson, and Manager Jackson. Maynard 19 Quincy 0 Watertown 12 Malden 13 Tufts Junior arsity 6 Winthrop 0 Newton 44 Woburn 0 Wakefield 13 Arlington 20 Melrose 0 6 “ 13 7 “ 6 “ 13 “ 7 137 138 HOCKEY This year’s hockey team had a very successful record. They tied Belmont for the championship of the league. They made it a fight all the way and went right along in the face of injuries and the ineligibility of their captain. The letter men are: Dick Steer, George Carpenter, Joseph Spadafora, George Berninger, Paul Thiverge, and Whitman Johnson. They went through the year with six victories, one defeat, and one tie. 139 140 BOYS’ BASKETBALL Captain — Wallace Creelman Manager — Norman Ferber Coach George Scott Letter Men — Captain Creelman, Captain-Elect Bernard McDougal, Edgar Brooks, Donald Livingston, Dale Briggs, John MacKenzie, Richard Foster, Thomas Crane, Henry Ingersoll. Although the boys’ basketball team did not win many games, they showed good clean sportsmanship throughout the season. The team played to the best of their ability and much credit is due them. The squad was composed of many under-class men, who in coming years should make a name for the team. The support of the school increased, as was shown by the attendance and enthusiasm at the games, and with the facilities available at the new building next year. Melrose High should produce a winning combination. 141 142 BASEBALL TEAM The first practice was called early in April and several veterans reported. Creelman, Lewis, and Adams have had experience as pitchers, and Brooks is a veteran catcher. The infield is practically the same as it was last year with Parman on first base, Steer, temporarily out with water on the knee, at second, Curley at short and Taylor on third. In the outfield there are no veterans. However, Maid- rand, a junior, and Spadafora and McKenzie, both seniors, have stepped in and are doing exceptionally well. Melrose is defending champion and has a good oppor- tunity of repeating last year’s performance. To date the team has won two games and lost one. The defeat was at the hands of Arlington in an early season game. Since then, however, it has defeated strong Watertown and Wakefield teams. 143 144 THE TENNIS TEAM 1933 The 1933 tennis season opened with good prospects for a successful season. Although there are only two veterans from last year ' s team, Captain Richard Foster and Richard Alexander, great help is to be received from Donald Foster, Louis Heaton, Irving Swain, and Robert McHugh. We sincerely hope the present team will have as fine a standing as those of the past. The schedule is as follows: May 2 Belmont at Melrose “ 5 Melrose at Winchester “ 9 Melrose at Watertown “ 12 Winthrop at Melrose “ 16 Melrose at Lexington “ 19 Melrose at Belmont “ 23 Winchester at Melrose “ 26 Watertown at Melrose 29 Melrose at Winthrop June 2 Lexington at Melrose 145 14G TRACK TEAM Nearly sixtv fellows responded to Coach Scott’s call for track candidates. Out of that group of 60 candidates, 43 remain to make up what seems to he Melrose’s best track team in the past few years. The four classes are well represented in the team headed by Captain Livingston, and the next two or three years should prove to he very successful. In spite of adverse weather conditions Melrose got off to a flying start b) defeating Woburn 44 to 33. The track schedule calls for four dual and two interscholastic meets, are as follows: May 1 Woburn away 5 Wakefield here 16 Beverly here 20 Harvard Interscholastic 26 Arlington here 31 Watertown (Interscholastic) They 147 148 GIRLS’ FIELD HOCKEY First Team — rw, Leeman; ri, Riddell; cf, Smith; li. Fillmore; lw, Richardson; ch, Wastack; ch, Turner; lb, Griffin; rl, Steverman; lb, Cates; g. Tibbetts (c). Second Team — rw, Kehoe; ri, Costa; cf, Pray; li, D Antilio; lw, Johnson; rb, Tomes; ch, Lynde; lb, Hodgdon; rb, Preece; lb, Fleury; g, MacKenzie. Soon after school opened in September, almost seventy candidates for field hockey began practice at Pine Banks under Miss Barbara Goss’s expert direction. Tenney Tibbetts was chosen captain and Betty Niles, manager. The first league game on October 7 was a victory for Arlington. In the next game we tied Concord 1 — 1. On October 25 Melrose at last came into her own, beating Wellesley 2 — 0. The fourth game with Winthrop resulted in a 0 — 0 tie, and on November 4 we were beaten 1 — 0 by Lexington at Pine Banks. The last game of the season was witli Swampscott at Pine Banks in which we defeated Swampscott 2 — 0. In the League standing Melrose was sixth with six points. The second team lost three games, won one, and tied two. Considering the fact that we had almost all new material, this record is a good one. 149 150 GIRLS’ BASKETBALL Captain — Evelyn Smith Manager— Betty Benson Coach — Barbara Goss Those who received first team letters are as follows: Capt. Evelyn Smith, Helen Waystack, Anne Eortier, Frances Hyland. Rita Fortier, and Margaret Kehoe. Those who received second team emblems are as follows: Tenney Tibbetts, Ethel Mosher, Edith Lavalette, Dorothea Steverman, Elinor Giles, Isabel Costa. Marie Manzer, Lloyd Vaughan, Jane Riddell. Although the Varsity Team did not actually win so many victories, it was a fine team and showed great spirit. It profited a lot by the splendid coaching of Miss Goss. The second team won much better scores from all its opponents. 151 GIRLS’ TENNIS During these few weeks, the tennis ladder-contest is going on to determine the members of the Girls Tennis Team. Unfortunately no games have been played as et with Malden. Concord, Winchester, Arlington, Lexington, our regular tennis schedule. But with our able manager. Rutliie Turner, and our line coach. Miss Goss, we hope to have a most successful season. GIRLS’ BASEBALL Manager — Bertha Lofchie Coach — Barbara Goss W ith six veterans. Helen Waystack, Rita Fortier, Anna Fortier, “Tootie” Stever- man, Tenney Tibbetts, Ellaniae Russell, and many more prospects, our 1933 baseball team is bound to he a success. Another stimulation to the team is our coming game with a new team — Win- chester, their first girls’ baseball team. The schedule: May 17 At W ellesley 24 At Arlington “ 26 At Winchester June 2 Cambridge Latin Here ' s hoping all our expectations will be fulfilled. 152 153 COMMENCEMENT ODE c.l.vss or l. ric b .loc Bryan Music by Roger Hayden The call to the conquest i- sounding, Oui High School days arc ended; So now loi life with its peace and strife. Rehuff and triumph blended. I nkiKHvn adventure draws us away; The trumpet urges us to the frav ; rise ! I ndaunted! Let us obey! For the God of the Great, For the late of the State For we are the youth of the Nation — The land our Fathers cherish Is soon to he our cus tody. Our charge to guard or perish. Ma courage, faith, and fair loyalty Mark all out years, and ever may we Bring cressivc honor, Melrose, to thee. And the Greatest of Great, Our God and the State. MARSHAL’S ADDRESS Wallace R. Creelman Barents. Teachers, and Friends: It is my privilege and pleasure, in behalf of the class of 1933, to extend to you a most cordial welcome. We are now leaving Melrose High School after having spent four pleasant and successful years under its leadership and guidance. As we depart, we feel deep down in our hearts much satisfaction because of the task which we have accomplished. In the short time that remains let us look into the past and future, and may the remaining hours he happy ones which may linger for a long time in our memories. 154 STATISTICS Donald Livingston ( Enter Selling Newspapers I Paper here! Paper here! Extra! Extra! Read about it! The Class of 1933 is graduating from Melrose High School. And what a class! Here you are folks, let me read you the headlines. The average height of these people is 5 ' 1 and theiV weight about 137 pounds apiece. For such young people, 17 years of age, their flat feet are size 7 1 -j- There’s the lowdown on them, so if they try to tell you differently, don ' t believe them. At this time while I read the news 111 present to you the prominent members of this brilliant, studious, wise, and handsome class. If Wallace Creelman will bring his smiling countenance to the front, 1 will present to you our most popular boy. 1 guess you can understand by looking at that cheery smile and curly blond hair why Wally has been elected each year as the president of our class and why he is the most popular boy. Will Ruth Collins please step forward and keep Wally company for a few minutes? Here, ladies and gentlemen, is our most popular girl. Now don t they make a nice-appearing couple? Although this was somewhat of an off year in athletics, we have a few athletes in our midst Tenney Tibbetts, will you kindly rise so that the audience may see our most athletic girl? Tenney has always b?en prominent in athletics since she came to Melrose High, and well deserves the title conferred upon her. Thanks, Tenney. For some reason or other 1 was chosen the most athletic boy. Figure it out for yourself, I counted the votes. During the depression many people are downhearted and glum, but not so with our class clown, Norman Furber, otherwise known as “Squeek . Stand up “Squeek . and let the people see someone who can have fun during hard times. Thank you. By the way, there’s another person here who follows Normie’s example. She is none other than Priscilla Smith. You may have heard her giggling sometime this afternoon. Come on, Pricil, stand up and give us a big giggle. You should be quite capable after being chosen class giggler. Will Helen Crouss please come forward? Helen was chosen the prettiest girl in the class, as you can easily judge. ou know qround this time of year fellows begin to wander around with a far-away look in their eyes and forget all about earthly things like studying. This is sometimes known as going “ga-ga . Do you know why this happens? I’ll tell you. It’s all on account of girls like Helen, who are so pretty that they make a feller think of nothing but tea for two and stuff like that. All right, Helen, you may go back now and bebave yourself. Charles Rice and Beulah Shaw, kindly show yourselves. These two students arc the class woman-hater and man-hater. With all the good-looking girls and boys in the class I can’t imagine how “youse guys and youse gals’’ resist the powers of love. I think you had better sit down and turn over a new leaf. John Taylor, please escort Ruth Turner to the front. I now present to you the best dancers in the class. If we had Guy Lombardo or Cab Calloway here you could 155 giye some lessons. However, that ' s impossible: so you may go back and rest yourselves on those hard pine hoards. W hoops, hold it Ruth! I ' m going to make ou stand up again. Fred Gwynn. ou mat stretch your legs also. Behold! our class actor and actress. It is easy to understand this choice after seeing their wonderful acting in “ ' ton and 1 . Thank vou. that will he all for the present. I hate to make anyone fed uncomfortable, hut culprits must pay the penalty. Barker Lichtenstein and Fvangelme Child, please stand. Wait a minute, don t sit down et. Here before you are the most bashful members of our class. They look rather unease so well let them sit down. To make parents feel easier about our scholastic interests. I want to inform them that we have some among our number who study real hard. Dorothy Lund- berg make vourscli known to our worried elders. Dot is our class grind, and we hold her forth as a shining example of our studious members. Thanks. Dot. Ladies and gentlemen, 1 feel quite guilt in making this next announcement. Lsiiallv a c lass president always does what is right and performs every task to the best of his ability. President Creelman. come forth, you ' re “on the carpet . Wally is oui least successful bluffer. Mv ! It grieves me to think that such a fine, upstand- ing young man should trx to bluff. Anyway we can be thankful he doesn t get away with. it. Young man. ou may go back and repent for your actions. W e have a person among us who has more success at bluffing. Fred Gvvynn arise again and receive vour just desserts. Fred is our most successful bluffer. Per- haps vou could give Wally a lew tips on how to keep a straight face so that he will he able to get away with his sorry attempts at bluffing. 1 think you had better sit dow n and help a brother in need. Perhaps you noticed that when I introduced the prettiest girl 1 neglected to pre- sent the handsomest hoy. I had reasons for this. However, you may cast your eyes upon him now. John. Hughes, march forward. I’m going to have one of John ' s pals come down here also. Francis Tow le, re- move yourself from vour roost and stand in misery here with your buddy. Fran is our ( lass ladies man, in case y ou haven t heard. W hen I was elected statistician 1 received an awful “riding ’ from these trvo, because they thought I was going to have a tough job standing up here giving’ sta- tistics. 1 guess they weren ' t far yvrong at that. However, its my turn to have some fun. Inspect them closely, ladies and gentlemen. Don’t you think John is a cute looking lad? I think so. Good looks must run in John’s family, because his brother yy as also chosen as handsomest boy when he graduated. And just imagine a big husky fellow like I ran being ladies man. Maybe he s a gigolo on the side, ' f ou 11 have to ask him about that. Personally. I think the) both take a very unfair advantage of the girls i 1 1 1 their smooth lines of “whooey . Idle girls ought to get yise. W ell, fellows. I guess things are fairly even now, so you may resume your seats. For a little intermission 1 yvant to tell you that tliis class voted the same as last year s on many points. Football is still the favorite sport, dancing our most popu- lar recreation, and brunettes captivated the hearts of a majority of the class. We still like to study Fnglish, and chew Beechnut gum. Blue seems to be our color 156 and rose t lie favorite flower, just shutting our Gold Medal. Most of us like to drink water, hut I found a number of milk-fed children among us. Babies must have their milk. Perhaps you would he interested in some of llie totals ol the class. I he com- bined weight equals 9,368, 132 lbs. The total height would measure 3,7 16 miles. The size of shoes would— (Wally Creelman- “Aw! That’s all wrong, Don! ) “Vas you der, Wally?” That was with special permission from the Baron. And So-o-o-o-o (Ed Wynn) to resume with our business I would like to present Graham Alvord and Margaret Spiller who are the class movie fans. 1 understand that they are excellent critics of movies, so you had better consult them before you r pen d your money to see a picture. Margaret and Graham, kindly stand, that we might catch a glimpse of you. Thanks. Rita Fortier and Richard Foster, rise and shine! Here you see our best-natured girl and boy. Take a look at those smiles and form your own opinions as to their happy dispositions. Thanks, Rit and Dick. I hope you will always he able to smile as you do now. I’m sorry, Freddie , but I ' ll have to disturb you again. Fred Gwynn adds the title of Class Wit to his list of accomplishments. Thanks, Fred. I promise not to bother you again. Hold everything! Don ' t pull in any fire alarms. Richard Alexander is only going to lend us his blushing countenance to fry eggs on. Stand up. Dick, and show us the blush that won you the title of class blusher. That ' s the old spirit. In spite of the fact that during these hot days when some of the fellows like to forget their ties, we find a fastidious member in our class. John Taylor has the honor of being this distinguished person. Please rise, John, so that we may see you again. If you didn ' t have that robe on you woidd be able to show us what the well-dressed man is wearing. At this time I would like to ask a well-known member of our ( lass to come forward. Joseph Bryan, will you grant this request? Joe has been chosen as our class genius and also as the most original. I think these two titles were well be- stowed. For example, Joe was the author of our class ode and did an excellent job. If there is any question troubling you or if you want an idea on something, just ask Joe and he will be able to fulfill your request. All right, thanks, Joe. Will all boys close their eyes and hold their seats while Muriel DeFreilas stands. Muriel is our class flirt and is a very dangerous person. Girls, you had better hang on to your boy friends when Muriel is around. For our class poet we chose Lydia Barnes. Will you kindly rise, Lyd, so we may catch a refreshing glimpse of you! In recognition of her splendid a 1 i 1 i t to wri te poetry, Lyd was also elected to make presentations today. Do a good job, Lyd. Next you shall gaze upon our class exaggerator. Robert Marsh, you’re the vic- tim, so stand up. “Red ’, I hear, has the Baron beat seven ways. The next time “Red ’ tells you anything cut it about in half and it will be much nearer right. Let that be a lesson to you. 157 Well. 1 almost forgot. 1 wonder if Warren Todd is here yet. Warren, are on there? Make ourself known if you are. Oh, sure, there he is. I was worried for a while because Warren is least often on time. Miu would think that with driv- ing that Noah s rk around lie would be on time a little more. 0. K. Warren. Now for our class songster. Walter Blaisdell, that’s your handle so hop up. There he is . folks, although most of you saw him in the “Mikado which was presented a little while ago. Thanks. W alter. Last hut not least, you have got to see our class pals. John Hughes and Leonard Hines carried off the honors after a hard struggle with everyone else in the class, all of whom claimed to be pals. Will the Hughes and Hines combination stretch their limbs? 1 1 right. ou’d better sit down before you start hitting each other. W ell. that seems to be all the news in this edition. Anyway, if you’re half as tired ol this as I am. you’ll be carried out of here in another minute. Good Glass of 1933. Paper here! Paper here! 1 11 sell them cheap ' cause it ' s old news luck to the now. 158 CLASS HISTORY Joseph Bryan It was in the autumn of 1929, that the edifice across the way entered upon a)i endurance feat, covering a period of four years, during which time, it trembled to the tread of the assemblage before you. This strain was too great, and so a new high school is being built to take the place of the noble structure which sacrificed itself as a martyr to the cause of our enlightenment. That you may know that we are duly affected and decently touched, 1 ask you to witness the fact that we are attired in a shade so somber. Ah! long shall we remember that awesome morning when it became solemnly evident that the day of doom of that venerable building was near at hand! The city fathers had become aware of signs of age within its ancient walls. After a becoming deliberation, in 1932 they ordered that the wood- work of the corridors be refinished and the plaster in the auditorium renewed. And so the work was done. But alas! it is not within the power of mortals to nullify the decree of destiny. Just as the fall of Babylon in the height of its grandeur was announced by the ap- pearance of a band upon the wall, so the end of the high school in the midst of its rejuvenation was made known by the appearance of a foot through the ceiling. And subsequent developments disclosed the fact that it was a member of this very class whom fate had chosen to be her messenger. Thus it came about: After the ceiling of the assembly ball bad been completely restored, one of our number ventured upon a journey of archeaological exploration, which took him to the attic of the high school. Although seeking enlightenment, he soon found him- self in the dark, and, misjudging the distance from rafter to rafter, he stepped upon the thin lathing, which proved incapable of supporting a weight heavier than plaster. Fortunately, the rest of his body did not follow bis foot through the ceiling. But aside from the fact that one of our classmates substituted for Mercury in being a messenger of the gods, there are other things connected w ith us which should not be left unrecorded. Our appreciation of the fine arts was early in our freshman year recognized by the less verdent classes of the school. And accordingly, the Ait League was founded, and the Debating Society was revived. That year, too, our class was well represented in the “Twig, a book of original verse published bv the Poetry Club. Those of us who were dramatically inclined joined the Cloak and Plume Society and elected Lydia Barnes, president. Among the participants in athletics, Robert Curley distinguished himself in being the only freshman to win a letter. Surviving a year of persecution, we passed the greater part of the summer vaca- tion contriving with diabolical ingenuity to make the newcomers rue the fact that they had been born twelve months later than we. Yet in September, when we saw our intended victims, we decided that nature had been sufficiently severe; and. moved with compassion, we treated the freshmen almost as though they were human beings. Nevertheless, we began to regret our clemency, for it soon bcame evident that unless something were done to make the freshmen conscious of their inferiority, they would think themselves on a level with us. There was, however, one great distinction which 159 t ' (Mi llir freshmen could see we. as sophomores, were permitted to elect class of- ficers. e proved ourselves worthy of such a privilege l y choosing Wallace Cireel- man. class president. Our a 1 1 i t was further inflated h the fact that the Hi-Y, the Oirh Club, and the Masque and Wig. all of which had been closed to us the year before, were now mosl solicitous, and some of our number condescended to show fair consideration lor the juniors and seniors b joining their societies. I hat ear the Debating Societ broadcast a debate in which one of the class of .� . participated: and in lilt presentation of The Pirates of Penzance by the Glee ( lubs. Irma Berthel and Dorothy Brown held important parts. It was likewise to us that the seniors appealed, at the end of the year, to fill the vacancies in the “School l.iic stall and the traffic squad. Nor were we without laurels in sports: Joe Spada- fora won bis letter in hockey, as did Robert Curley and Richard Steer in baseball, while Wally Creelman won letters in both baseball and basketball. Evelyn Smith recciycd her “M lor field hockey. Penney Tibbetts and Helen Waystack played on flu Girls ' Baseball team, but inasmuch as that was the team ' s first season, lettters. although earned, were not awarded. I have searched for something humorous to say about our junior and senior year, but In vain. Evidently nnc became very sedate upon entering our third year in high school. Ibis lad may be understood when we remember — Oh ! if yve could for- get! that these years were passed during the most dreary days of the depression, and yyc were all blue about the gills -or about the bills. We began our junior year yy isely by re-electing Wallace Creelman, president. month or lr o later yve chose an efficient “Prom committee with Barbara Hein- lein as chairman. Collaborating with the class officers, this committee conducted a highly enjoyable promenade, which, yyliile it yyas dreaded beforehand by many of us as being the fir-t venture upon the dance floor, will be remembered by every one as among the most pleasant events of the year. The Masque and Wig Society pre- sented Jazz and the Minuet over the radio, and a member of this class took a major part: in a later production of this same play tiiis class yyas represented by Dorothy Sauer. In the annual play, “Sun-Up, Ben Terry, Graham Alvord, Fred Cyyynn. and Joe Bryan had roles of importance. After a generally successful season, the teams and societies throughout the school elected officers for the coming year. Wallace Creelman yyas chosen president of the H i - A and captain of the baseball and of tin basketball teams. Tom holey yyas elected captain of the football team; the hockey squad selected Joe Spadafora; Donald Livingston was given the captaincy ot the track team and of the traffic squad. Richard Foster yvas elected captain of the tennis team, while the girls c hose Evelyn Smith to lead their basketball team. Ruth Collins yyas elected president of the Girls Club: Eleanor Paddock, president of the I lench Club; Ben ’ferry, president of the Masque and Wig; Lydia Barnes, president of the ' Poetry Club; Coring Eyford, president of the Euclidean Society. Lawrence Johnson was re-elected president of the Art League; Ralph White yvas selected to be editor-in-chief of “School Life ; and Joe Bryant was chosen president of the De- bating Society. I iie last important event ol the year yvas the production of the operetta, H. VI. S. Pinalorc . in which leading parts were taken by Ruth Simkins and Robert Brown. 160 After a brief summer vacation, we returned to the routine of school affairs as the busiest class in the school. For the third time, we elected Wallace Creelman, class president. The athletic teams and social organizations were reasonably success- ful under our leadership. Early in the fall the girls of the field hockey team chose for their leader Tenney Tibbetts, and a month or two later, Donald Livingston was made captain of the football team in place of Tom Foley who had been injured. “School Life”, although it suffered financially from the depression, was airly edited by Ralph While. The Girls’ Club founded a newspaper, “The Torch , which passed a success- ful season under the editorship of Elizabeth Niles. The hockey team, under Joe Spadafora, tied Belmont for league championship; and the tennis team, led by Rich- ard Foster, repeated the performance of last year by winning once more the cham- pionship of the Suburban League. Shortly after the Christmas vacation the class elected a committee to compile the “Log”. This group produced a yearbook which w r as refreshingly, and I daresay, pleasingly different from those edited by previous classes within recent years. Those of us who were on the committee will have our names and pictures in the front of the book, and so will receive whatever credit we deserve. There are, however, a few who were not members of the committee but who were instrumental in the book ' s success. May 1 make especial mention of Helen Crouss and Lawrence Johnson, who contributed some splendid drawings; and Doro- thy Lawrence, who aided considerably in the compiling of the “Log”. For a long time there has been a popular demand for a modern play. It was to satisfy that de- mand that the Masque and Wig Society presented the Harvard Prize Play, “You and I . In this production, major roles were taken by Ruth Turner. Fred Gwynn, Arthur Lithgow, and Ben Terry. Late in the year, the girls’ baseball team was formed and Rita Fortier was chosen captain. There is little need of my mentioning the most re- cent event of the year. Yet, as a matter of record, I shall remind you that last night we witnessed the presentation of the “Mikado”, the product of the combined efforts of the Girls’ and the Boys’ Glee Clubs. As you already know, Robert Brown took the part of Mikado, and we shall long remember Muriel DeFreitas, as Yum Yutn ; Ethel Kennedy, as Kitisha; Dorothy Brown, as Peep Bo; Roger Hayden, as Pish Tush; and Walter Blaisdell, as Koko. And finally we owe these very exercises to the class day committee which in- cluded Francis Towle, chairman; Betty Noyes; Richard Steer; John Hughes; and Ben Terry. There, my friends, I have taken you through the past four years of our existence, and I suspect it has seemed fully four years to you. And so, having told you what we have been, I shall surrender my place to Fred Gwynn, who will tell you what we are to be. 161 1933 CLASS PROPHECY Fred Gvvynn Mr. Sprague, teachers, fellow-students, and honored guests— I confess to you that when I was notified ol this honor you had bestowed upon me- that of predicting the affairs and occupations of the (lass of 1933 when they venture upon that great sea of perils called life I confess to von that I was in a quandary. 1 had always opposed that a quandary was a place where shirts were cleaned, but now that I was in one. I knew what it was. I wandered about in utter dejection and extreme trepi- dation lor a period of days, as am of my friends will attest. It was not because I had any misgivings as to my ability as a prophet. Oh no! In fact. I have acquired quite a reputation as a prophet. In 1929, I predicted the success of the University ol Maine “Stein Song. For this I was awarded a trip around the world with a 76-year stop-off at Pongo, an island in the Pacific. But this was different; I had to torch II individual success and position. But while listening to Col. Stoopnagle and lludd on the Pontiac program, (advertisement) I remembered that the Colonel, in one ol his weaker moments, had invented a see-ahead-o-graph — an ingenious machine which produces a newspaper of any date for which it is set. I induced the Colonel to lend it to me for a few days. 1 II tell you first what 1 read. hen I picked it up. the headlines shouted at me, “ Connie Gilmore commits matrimony for the fourth time. Well, Connie always was a glutton for punishment. nother headline states that “Red Marsh. Bottle ’ Baker, and Dick Franklin, the famous aviators, alter waiting two hours for their stowaway, Norman Fur her, had finally left on their daily round the world trip. “Squeak as he is known in high school, held the coveted position as football for the annual Harvard-Tale game, but because of overweight was fired. When he had reduced, the job was taken, so he had to be content as a stowaway . W e see that Graham Alvond. the noted psychologist, stales that high positions can only he gained by hard work. He cites as an example, II all) Greeiman, president of the 1st National Bank of Melrose who reached the top b th( Swett of his frau ! Dick Alexander, ken Nelson. Johnny McGlone, Henry ieme er. and Did, Ripe are 1st, 2nd, 3rd, llh. and 5th vice-presidents, respectively, of this modern bank. Another story says that Senators Benjamin Pellington Terry (how many of you knew his name was Pellington?) and Joseph “II illiam Jennings Bryan have at last corroborated Congressman Ralph White ' s statement that all poli- lieiam arc fundamentally honest. Senator Ferry, when II lute made his statement, immediately denied it and made speech after speech against it. but when he found out what II Idle said he reconsidered and retracted. Jerry whose name is practically synonymous with “Muscles, ' has recently written his autobiography which proves con- elusi ely that the depression of 1929-1933 was the result of his I i. e. ' Perry’s) not being in office. ' Phis biography is very original. Well, Ben ' s compositions in high school always were original, even the spelling. We see that scientists Melvin Pro hi, Louis lleuton. and Richard Surbeck on hearing that a camel can go 7 days without water, are making investigations to see how far hell go il he had water. We notice the names of II) red Marshall, Marion Dei her, Gail Chase, under these stories. T hey r are the star reporters of the day. Turning the pages, we scan the numerous advertise- ments of the day. Mile. Ruth Turner ' s fashion shop announces a fashion show featuring Eleanor Baker, Marjorie H union, and Dot Pickett modeling the latest crea- tions. The firm of Brooks, Allen and Mullen, commercial artists, announce their new rates and exhibit the handiwork of those talented ones whom we knew as Ed, Paul, and Jessie. The law firm of Hayden, Hayden, Hayden, Hayden, Hayden, Merrifield pre- sent their advice on drawing up a will. Good old Roger, always figuring that where there’s a will there’s a way for “ Ham ” and him to get some money. “Babe” Jewett, the well-known dog-fancier, tells of the superiority of her kennels. Naomi MacHugh, Ruth Simkins, and Carolyn Mitchell, also have a dress shop whose ad is very con- spicuous. Bertha Russell, Sybil Walls, and Tenney Tibbetts, they tell me, attract many customers to this store. A l Milieu ' s chain of restaurants advertises, in connec- tion with the food shop run by Lloyd Vaughn. Helen Nesmith, and Priscillla Smith. Here are many other ads including “ Fido ” Sullivan ' s hotel, Bob Snell ' s brewery, and the millinery of Betty Stantial ' s and Dot Sauer ' s. Another page of classical nature, edited by Betty Niles, now concerns us. Art Lithgow is attracting attention witii bis new book — “My Favorite Flower — King Arthur;” and “Doctors of Philosophy I Have Known,” by Virginia Briggs is also noticed. Alice Lerner has written, “Why Women Behave Cattily;” and “The Fuller Existence” is a product of Rita Fortier ' s pen. Margaret Chandler, President of the Melrose Univ., makes it known that her new instructors are: Sidney Levine, professor of French, Dorothy French, teacher of ancient history, Eleanor Paddock, head of the mathematics department, and Dorothy Lund- berg, Latin instructor. Next we come to the sporting page. Ray Bergquist, in his daily column, says tha t“Jugger ' ' Murphy and Paul Varney have noticed Parker Lichenstein and “ Bernie ” Spadajora for the world’s championship at the Melrose City Hall next Monday night. The Melrose Bruins will take a world’s trip next winter to play the pick of Europe’s hockey teams. Dick Steer is captain of this team which stars “ Nooky ” Spadajora. Don Livingston, who coaches Melrose University, has hired “ Skipper ” Sweeney, and Tommy Crane as assistants for the coming year. Joe Rector is still breaking records, and Bob Curley ' s “All-Stars,” managed by Maurice Rotondi, featuring “ Mongy ” Lewis and “Ding” MacKensie, have won the league pennant for three years running and are on their way to another. In girls’ athletics, in the last M. A. A. meet, the Hunter sisters, Helen Mcllwraith, “ Ev ” Smith, “Flip” W ills, Mildred Smiley, and Audrey Mason literally ran away with the prizes. We finally come to the society page. What a reception and ball Ruth Collins (we won’t tell her married name! ) gave last night. Our Ruth is now social dictator of a city and her gatherings elicit praise and the best people. Just look at the list: Mr. and Mrs. Bill Taylor (nee Betty Stone), Wilfred Couch, the distinguished natur- alist, (he even had a butterfly net with him). Barbara Heinlein, “Kit” MacDonald, Betty Manson, Betty Noyes, and Betty Richdale, the five most sought-after debutantes of the year, were there with their escorts. “Fran” Towle, the social lion, was a sen- sation, and John Taylor the “playboy of Melrose,” who has just graduated from Harvard, was receiving congratulations from an admiring crowd. Louise W orthen, Meredith Zahn, and Roger Wingate prominently attended. 163 Clanring at the ship news, we find that Capt. Howard llickey. of the S. S. Pierce ha; set sail for all directions. Phis ship, of 1 1 • tons, and I poop-decks, is the iate.-t thing in that it is on a track, thus saving a man the job of keeping watch, first Mate 1 lonk Strait and Bert Harlan are capable sailors. Pile theatre and amusement page is a most interesting and enlightening page. Helen ( ions. s. Ilelene 1 lerroie and Cinn Doughty are the present-day movie queens and their pictures are current in Melrose. Pile circus lias come to town, too, featuring the three Richardsons- Lucille. Bertha and Helen, the death-defying devils of the trapeze. Leonn ) Hines and John Hughes are side show barkers. Who can forget their See Klsie. folks, one dime, the tenth part of a dollar! I in Duggan ' s orches- tra. featuring Burt Curley. Ra Larson, and Don Brooks, is at the Melrose Ballroom tonight. Phe Darktown Strutters, as they are known, have pushed Lombardo and Idlington lrom the picture and are the band to listen and dance to now. At the Melrose Theatre, a new musical comedy by Laurence Johnson holds forth, with Dot Broun. Bud Blaisdell. Irma Berthel. Muriel De Freitas. Ethel Kennedy and Bob Broun in the title roles. The Personals department covers the next page and is it interesting! Lydia Barnes is reported to be working a success on her California ranch quid is said to ha e the Steers eating out of her hand. II arren Todd has been hired by the state of Maine to talk to tourists to gi e them the impression of Yankee speech. Betty Maker and Janice II heeler are running an ‘‘Advice to the Lovelorn ' column. They sure can break up the romances that their correspondents have. Betty Benson owns a chicken-ranch now. Well, henneries (Henrys) always were her specialty! Well, my friends, that is all I was able to cull from my see-ahead-o-graph news- paper: and although some of the shadows 1 have cast may be fallacious, 1 sincerely hope that Late will treat you all with justifiable favoritism. 1G4 PRESENTATIONS Lydia Barnes (Enter dressed as Hungarian peasant girl carrying large basket) From far-off Hungary I come With gifts for many of you, Little ones and big ones, And medium-sized ones too. But please don’t mind too much If I should pass you by For I’m just a little peasant girl, Bashful, poor, and shy. Graham Alyord All through school it seems that you Have had just loads of slips. So here’s a pair of roller skates — They ought to ease the trips. (roller skates I Jeannette Walker Jeannette is just a little girl The size of Minnie Mouse And so to keep her company Here’s Mickey, Minnie’s spouse. (Mickey Mouse) Wallace Creelman Wally is always presiding Over some thing or other; I give him this little gavel To use when high school is over. ( gavel ) Tenny Tibbetts Tenny, every time we see you You’re with another boy; This little book for all those dates I’m sure will be a joy. (engagement book I William Taylor Bill, your shaggy locks are always Hanging in your eye: These bobbie pins help hold locks back Please Bill, won’t you try? (bobbie pins) Lloyd Vaughn Llovd, Jeannette says you’re all for Maine And university ways, So stand and drink a toast to “The college of your heart always.” (stein) 165 R.OCER HWDEN Roger. we think you ' re too modest, e seldom can tease you to plav. Now practice on this tiny piano nd lie a great pianist some dav. ( piano) Ki th Collins Ruth has a passion for sailing — Fishing she thinks is a lark; This strong little spade she ll take clamming W ay above high water mark. I spade I George Reid George aspires to own a farm. And so 1 11 give to him This little set of garden tools To satisfy his whim. (set of tools) Phoebe Daniels We hear you talking baby talk Most everywhere you go So here is a nice rattle — Your mummie told me so. ( rattle) Richard Foster Dick is custodian of the “Y,” ' i ou most always find him there At the desk with his sunny smile And humor good and rare. ( key) Adele Bissell. Eleanor Giles. Louise Worthen, Helen Nesemith These girls put on successful suppers So domestically do they incline — Accept these culinary weapons To help you in your line. (egg beater, spoon, pan, knife) Edgar Brooks This little boat is for you to “Rowe, ’ She lores the babbling “Brooks”; When stormy winds would tear your sail Sbe will take you to quiet nooks. ( row-boat ) 1G6 Betty Xii.es, Kitty MacDonald, Betty Benson, Bertha Lokchh Kathleen Conway. Irma Berth el, Margaret Spiller Loyally you have made shine your light For the Girls’ Club Torche’s success; May the gleam from these tiny torches Shine on your happiness. (torches) Arthur Lithgow Arthur, you were simply grand In the production, “You and I ; W ear this Masque of comedy. And be a great actor bye and bye. Betty Noyes Bettv. I ' ve learned that you like boats In more ways than one; Here ' s a little Chris Craft, Now you can have some fun. John Rodney MacKenzie Ding, remember when minus some teeth You lisping to your classes went? If that should ever happen again, This spare might save embarrassment. ( tooth ) Eleanor Lucas You’re going to work in a dentist’s office; I’m sure you will not shirk. So I’m giving you a little tooth brush To help you in your work. (tooth brush) Benjamin Terry Ben wants to be a senator And deliver speeches grand; Here’s a spacious platform, Ben, On which to make your stand. (soap box) Eleanor Paddock Eleanor has a passion for bunnies, Furry ones, hearty and hale. If your passion should ever die out, Here’s a nice little cotton tail. (bunny) Richard Pipe, Foster Perry. Irene Cairns, Bessie McFadden, Miriam Sullivan Your locks are now a gorgeous hue. But if perchance they fade, Here’s something that is guaranteed To dye a lasting shade. (packages of dye) 167 1)okotii Pickett Dot has the loveliest smile, Showing teeth even and white; Here’s some toothpaste, Dot, l ' o keep your smile always bright. (tooth paste) Am. i Mili.et Often you ' ve been kept at school On high school afternoons of yore. Here’s a clock with black hands pointing Two till four, two till four. ( clock I Dorothy L un db er c Please, Dot, don ' t open them here; You know how olive bottles are. See if you can’t wait till you get home — It isn ' t very far. I bottle of oli es ) Robert Baker. Raymond Berquist Bob’s as short as Ray is tall And plump as Ray is thin; They always go together. So it’s Mutt and .led for them. I Mutt and Jelf ! Betty Manson Betty feigning innocence asks W hat this word and that word mean. By delving into this dictionary, ou can much knowledge glean. I dictionary ) John Taylor John had ideas of being a marine Instead of just a “Taylor. II you really must follow the sea, John, Here ' s a little suit for a sailor. (sailor suit) Eleanor Baker Eleanor knows the cutest tale About a cat and the mouse he was after, And like the mouse you fool them, “E, ’ And all the time climb high on the rafter I ladder ) Francis Towle I he wa your curls adorn your head Is really quite divine; Fry to make them tighter, Fran, With this little curling iron. (curling iron) 1G8 Ethel Jewett Babe is always cutting from papers Clippings to bring to French class Not on the subject of francais, But to make the hour pass. (scissors) Frederick Gwynn Fred, you arc so versatile In everything you have a hand, But here are some more instruments You may add to your band. (tin horn, drum) Janice Wheeler, Gail Chase These two went out for basketball. But soon they gave it up; Here s a basket for vou and a ball for you. Practice and maybe win a cup. (basket and ball) Virginia Briggs Come now, Ginny, don’t blush And hang your pretty head, Sweet smelling “Lavender” for you I am sure someone said. (lavender) Louis Heaton, Dale Briggs Dale’s and Buster’s heads are waved Becomingly indeed. Here are two bottles of wave set To satisfy your need. (wave-set ) Alice Lerner Allie, you have the honor Of being the youngest in our class; Put on this big hair ribbon And act like a tiny lass. (hair ribbon) Norman Furber Squeak, you come rightly by your name, So everyone tells me; Press this little gadget. Then you can hear and see. (squeaky animal) 169 Richard i . i : E lmer Berry. John Anderton, Robert Brown In home room periods you four our studies always shirk; lo vou like eliildren in the grades. I give some busy-work. (little slates) Dorothy French Dot once said to me that she Would like a handsome man. Here’s a whole string, Dot. Now do the best you can. (string of men I Warren Todd Warren, vou move so moderately Everywhere you go; Here’s a fire cracker — Now I guess you won t be slow. (fire cracker) Mildred Smiley Norv here 1 have this little pig; Is he not a comely sight? He s all for you because ou do your hog-latin just right. ( pig I John Hughes, Leonard Hines When Johnny and Leonny are good Things are just fine and dandy; These two mischievous boys Are pals like Amos n ' Andy. I Amos and Andy ) Rita Fortier Rita’s always willing to help, Always she is merry: Here’s a note book to help vou Become a social secretary . (note book) Helen MacIllwraitii Helen, you are so little You are sometimes bard to see; Here’s a magnifying glass, So you won t be taken for a Ilea. (magnifying glass) 170 Margaret Chandler M argaret is not only studious But ambitious of mornings as well - To play a game of tennis, She arises at two bells. (tennis racket) Joseph Bryan, Ralph White Here and there and everywhere You are obliged to go; For each a big engagement book To guide you to and fro. (notebooks) Dorothy Sauer Sometimes in Math you’ve had trouble, Adding numbers with commas between So to ease embarrassment Here’s a little adding machine. (adding machine) Richard Steer Between a cowslip and a dog, ’Twas impossible to decide. So here’s a dog named “Cowslip Who’ll stay faithful at your side. (d°g) Elizabeth Leib Betty’s shy and quiet, Gently meek and mild, Tiny like a woodland elf, She’s a mousey little child. (mouse) Betty Richdale, Bertha Richardson These maids will quite likely be artists. Painting madonnas and saints; Here are two pretty smocks, girls. So you won’t get all covered with pain (smocks) Paul Ali.en, Joseph Rector, Robert Sibley, Donald Livingston In olden days in Greece and Rome, Great athletes ran the marathon, And to you heroes of the track I give these laurel crowns. 171 Howard Hickey V bachelor sea captain, Howie? It doesn t look that way. But perhaps you 11 change your mind On some later day. I captain’s hat ) Betty Stone Here are some shackles, Bette. To bind you to your Bill; They 11 keep you firmly Taylored As you climb life ' s hill. I hand cuffs) Henry iemeyer Henry has a fondness -A hobby, so it seems — He ' s crazy about neckties, Beds or blues or greens. ( necktie ) Hamilton Merri field There’s one thing surely lacking In your jaunty English air: This monocle will assist you To adopt a British stare. ( monocle I Carl Blanchard (president of Junior Class) Carl, we Seniors want to thank you. Each and every one. For a prize “blue ribbon ’ Prom That was just loads of fun. ( blue ribbon I Mr. Sprague Here 1 have a little tree That should be in the ground, It wants to be planted Somewhere nice, I’ve found. I think that more than likely It longs for rich brown loam. In some pleasant rustic corner. At somebody’s summer home. Therefore, I am giving it To one who’ll take good care To see that it has sunshine And water and fresh air. Plant it carefully. Uncle Billy, This young and tender tree. May it always keep green in your memory Our class of ’33. (evergreen tree I Classmates And now a gilt of solid gold, A tidy little sum. When old man pression hits you hard In days that are to come. (scatters candy gold pieces among members of class) 172 SALUTATORY Jeannette M. W alker llie Origin of llie High School in America lake a journey with me into the past. Ihe year is 60 .D. ; the scene is the great Homan arena. Rous upon rows of seats are filled With all classes of people in holiday mood. In the royal box lolls Aero, surrounded by his courtiers. There i- a blare of trumpets, and a little band of gladiators enter the arena. Appro aching the royal presence, they raise their hands in salute, exclaiming Morituri te saluta- mu- we who are about to die salute tbee. The gladiators knew that tiiis, theii salute to the people, would probably be their farewell also. In like manner we the class of 1933 feel that we are bidding a good- bye not only to the life we have enjoyed together for the last four years, but also to an era in the history of Melrose Schools. l ext September a new phase of education will begin with the opening of the ney High School. In this building, equipped with all the facilities necessary to modern instruction, pupils will have every opportunity to acquire the specialized training so necessary in these modern times. You people ol Melrose are to be praised that you saw this need and responded to it. The same spirit is evident in you as that which the first Puritans displayed when they made great sacrifices to educate their children. And so tonight it is fitting that we should console! the beginning 1 secondary education in the I nited States and discover how our modern system has reached its present state of development. Three hundred years ago, groups of brave pioneers left their safe homes in far- away England, anil set out for a new land, about which they knevy little. They were not seeking to regain their lost fortunes with gold: they were not ignorant peasants sent here to work under a feudal system: they were not exiles driven by the edict of a tyrannical king: they were English gentlemen and women who came to establish a Puritan state where they could worship according to their own ideas. They wished to reproduce their English life; in no wise did they desire new ideas and habits. Almost as soon as they had reared their homes and had planted their fields, these Puritan people began to make provisions for the education of their children. In 1635 in Boston it is recorded that it was “agreed upon that our brother Philemon Pormanl shall be intreated to become schoolmaster for the teaching and nurturing of our children. ' llu motive ol the Puritans was not so much a love of education as a love of religion. I hey wished their children to know the Bible, and to do this the children must be taught to read. Thus in the midst of the great hardships that had to be endured, these people provided for the education of their youth. In these schools as in all other institutions, they reproduced old England rather than created a new system. They copied the primary, the secondary , and the college system. During the renaissance in England was established a group of schools ca lled Latin Grammar schools. I heir purpose was to restore the Greek and Latin languages. Practically no other subject was taught. This was the type of school that the Puri- 174 tans transplanted. The only purpose of these schools was to prepare youths for college — notably Harvard. A thorough knowledge of Latin and some Greek was the only requirement for these colleges which fitted men for the ministry more than anything else. These schools were not free to all. Because it was not considered necessary for drls to be educated onlv boys were admitted —and not all of them. One could not attend unless the family was wealthy or influential. The Latin Grammar Schools differed greatly from our modern schools. There were no recreational activities connected with them, no clubs or societies of anv kind. The discipline was strict even to brutality. Many cruel and savage punish- ments were devised. It was one schoolmaster’s custom when one boy made a bad recitation to flog another for not exercising a better influence over the delinquent. Such punishments as solitary confinement, harsh whippings, and compelling a child to hold a heavy book at arm’s length for a long period of time were quite common. There was a great deal of discipline necessary, for the hours in school were long and boring. One went to school from seven o’clock in the morning to five at night throughout the year. There was practically no equipment, no maps or globes of any kind. The schoolhouse was either the meeting-house or a cabin built of logs with plain walls, and the pupil must recite the same book, most often the Bible. The schoolmasters were often not highly educated. To be sure, many of them were col- lege men waiting for the call to a church, and this group taught the chi ldren well; but others were retired sea-captains, disabled carpenters, and even inmates of the poorhouse. The greatest requirement was a knowledge of religion and discipline. The selectmen drew up the contracts which were often for long terms. The salary was poor, averaging £40 a year. As money was scarce in those days, this was paid mostly in food. The schoolmaster did not lead an easy life. Besides teaching school he was obliged to do such things as act as court-messenger, conduct certain church services, lead the Sunday choir, ring the bell for public worship, dig graves, and perform any other duties thrust upon him. Crude as these schools seem to us now, they needed money for their mainte- nance. At first the public officials with the minister at the head settled the school questions in town meetings. Gradually the power was taken from the church and transferred to a committee which became our school committee. There were various methods of support. These were by land grants by the colony to the town for school purposes, by public subscription, by bequests and donations, by tuitions, by taxa- tion, and by an income from public utilities such as fisheries. The expenses were equipment, the teacher’s salary, and fuel. The wood was supplied by a special “wood tax” on the pupils. Soon after its founding, the colony in Massachusetts passed laws requiring edu- cation. The first was in 1642, requiring parents to look out for their children’s educa- tion, and forcing them to have their children taught to read. The second in 1647 required that a town of fifty families support an elementary school, and a town of one hundred support a secondary. These two laws were the foundation of America’s great school system. Since the penalty for violation was so heavy that it was cheaper to maintain a school, for a long time schools flourished. But gradually the state 175 became indifferent to education, and as the people began to spread out. Latin Gram- mar Schools began to decline. “moving school system grew, to conform with ll.c lcttei ol the law. This s stem was to conduct a school in one district for a period ct perhaps three months, then move on to the next. In this wa the children received little or no education. Things were going Irom had to worse when in 1 7( � 1 Lieuten- ant-Governor Hummer of Massachusetts bequeathed his property in Byfield to the establishment of a grammar school, f rom this sprang a whole new l pe of schools called the American Academies. These academies were the saving grace ol the last hall of the eighteenth century. Ihev paved the wav for the public high school. Their aim was broader than that of the old grammar school. They not only prepared pupils for college, but they trained them for arts that help to make a living. It was not necessary to go to col- lege after graduating from an aeademv. Besides English. French, Latin. (Meek, and other subjects which had appeared in college, the curricula included navigation, astronomy, and surveying. Their outlook on life was also much broader. There wa still a deep, religious feeling, but it was unsectarian. Moreover, academies were established for girls, where the) were taught subjects useful to them. All of these ac ademies had much finer equipment. The buildings were better, and recreational activ ities became cpiite common. In many places even a ball for entertainments was prov ided. The reason that these academies could supply so much more than the schools was that thev were old) semi-public. The slate had no control over them although in 1787 it recognized them as part of the school system by giving land grants. The academies, however, were supported by bequests, endowment funds, and tuition. A board of trustees had charge of the management and support of them. One of the greatest services performed bv the academy in addition to paving the wav lor the high school was the training of teachers for the public schools. The student? had received a broad education, and as teachers they raised the standards cd all the schools and helped to make the requirements of the new high schools espe- cially high. The well-known examples of the academies in New England are Phillips Andover and Phillips Exeter. Although these schools had become very popular by 1800, b) their popularity they hurt themselves. The industrial class of people, many of whom could not afford to send their children away to school, and yet dissatisfied with the old Latin schools, were demanding a new tv pe of higher institution, supported by the public as the ele- mentary schools were, ami open to poor and rich alike. They wished their children to be taught some trade without going to college. They considered it only fair that those opportunities should be equal. Ibis demand grew stronger until in 1820 a group of citizens in Boston banded together and voted to establish a public second- ary school to be called English Glassical School. This name was later changed to English High School. The requirements were much more rigid than those in the old Latin Grammar Schools. To be admitted, one had to be at least twelve years old. to be able to read, write, know English grammar, arithmetic, geography, and English literature. The subjects taught were purely American in nature, as the aim of the school was to fit boys for the business world. T he standards were extremely high. Out of the sixty-five entered in 1822, three were graduated. 176 As soon as it was established, this school became extremely popular. The idea grew until in 1827 largely through the influence of James Carter, Massachusetts passed a law requiring a high school in any town of five hundred families. Thus we can see how our ancestors struggled and sacrificed to give education to their children, and how a gradual evolution took place leading finally to our present schools. We can be proud of the fact that we live in Massachusetts, for it was here that the great pioneering was done. But because of this very fact, we must be alert to see that our ancestors are not superior to us, and that we, the rising gen- eration, continue to live up to the standards set for us. ESSAY Ruth G. Collins The Growth of the High School The period from 1829-1890 found the school system started by our Puritan an- cestors greatly degenerated. Teachers had little education beyond the spelling, read- ing, arithmetic, writing, English grammar, and geography which they themselves had studied in the district schools. The salaries which they received were very small ; girls from seventeen to eighteen teaching four months were paid only $5.38 a month; men twenty years old, teaching ten to twelve weeks, received only $15.44 a month. The high schools were attended by the wealthy classes, and the private academies seriously threatened the public school and hampered its development. Children of the well-to-do became the educated group. A stigma was attached to free education. Free schools were called “pauper schools”, and class distinctions were rising which would have dismayed the forefathers. The school term was inadequate since it cov- ered only a few months each year. One result of this short term was that pupils whose ages ranged from eleven to twenty-one years were found attending the same school. The real reason for these conditions was the lack of money for school support. Realizing this need and the necessity for immediate action, the State legislature in 1827 passed an act for the first time making taxation for school support compulsory. This act failed of complete success and eight years later in 1834, a school fund w r as established whose benefits were to be made according as the towm made returns and raised at least $1.00 for each person between the ages of fourteen and sixteen for the payment of instruction solely. Reverend Charles Brooks in 1836 said, “As is the teacher; so is the school.” He is entitled to the credit of being among the first, if not the first, to propose the plan adopted by Massachusetts in 1837. At this time nine men were appointed to a Board of Education, and the forward move for popular education had started. As secretary to this Board, came Horace Mann, “a graduate of Brown University, a lawyer by pro- 177 fession. long a member of the Legislature and then President of the Senate, an elo- quent speaker and l iter, an ardent believer in the chief social humanitarian reforms then under discussion, mong these the cause of free public education held a chief place. Horace ' Mann found a very defective common school system. lie set about to reform the poor leaching, the shabby sehoolhouses, and the short school terms, and to create a school system so good that the rich and poor would once more be educated together. He yvorked indefatigably to rouse public opinion, lecturing, writing, corre- sponding yy i lb other education, editing the “Common School Journal. His most famous controversy was with the grammar-school masters of Boston, in which he stood foi better teaching and less severe punishment. The more incompetent of the -chool masters 1 ought him desperately, but after two years, he succeeded in having the Boston schools oyerhauled. incompetent masters dismissed, and more humane discipline introduced. Mann believed that in order to keep good teaching in the public schools the teachers must have training. The Board started to yvork at once and from April 17 to December 28, 1838, regulations and a course of instruction had been agreed upon and much yvork done in finding suitable locations for the schools. Finally they de- luded upon three locations: Northeastern section of Massachusetts at Barre, central at Lexington, and southeastern at Bridgewater. In order to make these schools for teacher training possible, Edmund Dwight gave Si It, 000, and the legislature appropriated an equal amount. The “Teachers ' Seminaries in 1833 mark the beginning of a neyv epoch in American education — tin epoch of tht ' professionally trained teachers in the elementary school. I he first school was started at Lexington, moved to West Newton and then to Framingham. Idle building was private property, but it was bought with a portion of Dwights 81 (),()()(). It accommodated twenty boarders, who paid tyvo dollars each week lor board. Idle tuition was gratis and the books were mostly supplied by private munificence. During the hours from eight to twelve and two to five, no com- munication was alloyved. Each student was compelled to supply himself with his own material, because no lending or borrowing was permitted. On Sunday public worship was compulsory. Idle aim of this school was to prepare leat hers for the ungraded district schools if the slate. Cyrus Pierce was persuaded bv Mann to organize the school. He ear- ned on the correspondence, taught all the subjects in a term, seventeen different sub- jects in the course of the first year, and he even acted as janitor. Horace Mann did all his work with a salary of $1,500. When he saw how small it was to be. be said, “Well, one thing is certain; if I live and have my health, I will be revenged on them; I will do them more than $1,500 worth of good. great change was made in the subjects taught in the schools. Algebra and I oiled Stales History were transferred to the elementary schools, and physiology and hvgiem were made permissive subjects in the high schools. Natural philosophy, chemistry, botany, the civil policy ol Massachusetts and of the United States were added to the required subjects of the lower grade high schools. French, astronomy, geology, intellectual and moral science, and political economy were required in high schools of highei grade. Litis studied Latin after 1850, but not as a preparatory 178 subject. The school aim for a girl was training in social graces or teaching in the public elementary and high schools. There were some activities carried on in the high schools as they are today. These were: student government, rhetorical exercises, debating, the literal) society, the school paper, and athletics. Subjects similar to those taught in the high school were introduced into the normal schools. This was the full course: composition, geometry, algebra, physiology, natural, intellectual, and moral philosophy, natural history, botany, vocal music, and “The Art of Teaching. These changes in the schools were not made without great oppositions. From the time when James G. Carter first started to urge public interest toward education, there was perpetual difficulty in finding the proper balance between control of the state government by the towns. The towns resented state interference in their local affairs, because they remembered the despotisms of George the Third of England. Many people believed in aristocratic classes. They thought that some people were born to be refined and others to be slaves and to die in vulgarity. This theory did not help to increase the interest in popular education. But Mann fought on convinced that his ideas of popular education were correct and “when the smoke of battle had cleared away, it was seen that the leaders of the old order had been completely routed and had wrought their own destruction.” As we proudly gaze at the statue of Horace Mann before our golden-domed State House, we must think of him not only as a benefactor of our Massachusetts schools but as a benefactor of every state in the Union and many other parts of the world as well. Through his twenty-two years of teaching he labored successfully to make universal his belief — “the absolute right to an education of every human being that comes into the world. VALEDICTORY Margaret Chandler The Modern High School The first two speakers have already pointed out that the battle for better educa- tion has been waged continuously since the fathers of our nation established a popular government. Its estimated importance has grown increasingly according as our nation has grown. During the last forty years public secondary education has advanced by leaps and bounds. Its control is left to the states. Some states have exercised this power extensively: others have left the control almost entirely to local school authorities. In Massachu- setts, secondary schools are controlled partially by the state. By the passage of the law of 1827, Massachusetts compelled the establishment of public high schools, 179 which were required to meet ver s pec i lie demands as to curricula, and length of school Near, to that extent providing for a state system of secondary education. Dur- ing the last hundred years our state has shared the expense of the support of schools with the local authorities. In all states the advantages ol public secondary education ha e been made aeecs ible to main more people. In 11590 about 2 1 0,000 children were in public high schools in this country: in 191.3 about 1.300,000 or approximately one half of those between fourteen raid eighteen enjoyed the opportunities of public secondary education. This inliux ol education has had important results. The average level of trained intelligence has been greatly raised. Since the group now attending secondary schools constitutes a far more heterogeneous body in capacities, economic and social status and educational needs, knowledge is reaching even those of low station in life. I ' ll i s result is espcciallv favorable because we have a popular form of government. In a rountrv which is ruled b a monarch and his line ol descendants it is not quite so essential that the masses he educated, lor the people take no part in the govern- ment. II the ruler i- a wise one. his people will be well governed and contented. However, in a popular government it is the masses who rule the country. It is they who make tin laws and elect men to earn out their will. If the common people are uneducated, il they know little of the country’s needs, il t hex have had little practice in exercising their judgment, the government is bound to he a failure. However, in the l nited States today we have seen that one half of those between fourteen and eight- een arc benefiting b public high schools. In other words, one half the voters of to- morrow will he intelligent in selecting men and women to represent them and will he better fitted for holding office themselves. llhough our public high school system todav is far from perfect, several changes have been made toward improvement over the earlier schools. Secondary education began in mcrica about 300 vears ago with the Latin grammar school. The sole purpose ol this school, which served onl restricted classes of one sex. was prepara- tion lor college. Todav public education, which includes all classes of both sexes, has a far broader purpose. 10 quote from Alexander Inglis, “Three important groups ol activities require ' the participation of the individual and establish three fundamen- tal aims for secondarv education in America. I I The preparation of the individual as a prospective worker and producer — file Leonomie- ocational Aim. 2) The preparation ol the individual as a prospective citizen and cooperating member of society the Social-Civic Aim. 3) Ihe preparation of the individual for those activities, which, primarily in- volving individual action, the utilization of leisure and the development of person- ality. are of groat importance to society -the Individualistic-A vocational Aim. I ' he first two of these aims are generally accepted as legitimate. The economic- vocational aim is recognized because society makes its demands on every individual to participate in economic activity at least to tin extent of “pulling bis own load. I ' he social-civic aim involves the preparation of individuals for efficient participation in the inter-related activities ol people in community lile, in making laws, in action according to laws, in political duties, and in general wherever group action is in- 180 volved. The individualistic-acovational aim is often falsely believed to be non-social. This error probably arises from the fact that the results of this aim are indirec t and negative. When one realizes that the average individual has from one fourth to one fifth of his time for leisure, he will see that it is important how this time is spent. Vice and social degeneration find fertile soil in leisure. Let the leisure time of am society be well controlled and there is little danger that such a society will not en- dure and prosper. Since the purpose of education has been made broader, it has been necessary to enlarge the curriculum to meet the new demands. The curriculum of the modern high school stands in striking contrast to that of the Public Latin School of Boston of 1789. Since the sole aim of this school was preparation for college, onl Latin and Greek were taught. We can consider as an example of a modern program of studies the curriculum offered by our own new high school, which will open next fall. There are seven different courses to choose from- -the College, Technical, Sec- retarial, Accounting, Practical Arts for both boys and girls, and the General. What- ever one plans to do, he can find adequate preparation in one of these seven courses. In addition to the regular studies, there are physical education, which is required dur- ing all four years of each course, and many extracurricular activities, including ath- letics for both boys and girls, the school publication, and a number of clubs whose purpose is to stimulate and develop particular talents and abilities, and to provide real experience in group life. In order to accommodate the greater needs of education, more and larger schools have been built. In 1890 there were about 3,000 public high schools in the country; in 1915, 12,000. Although the typical high school is rural, the typical pupil is enrolled in an urban high school. This paradox is easily explained by the fact that although urban high schools are not so numerous, they accommodate far greater num- bers than do the rural ones. Our new high school, a typical modern secondary school, should be the pride of every citizen of Melrose. This school contains fifty-three regu- lar class rooms, offices for the heads of departments, a library accommodating 120. a double gymnasium with lockers and showers, a cafeteria for 600, and an auditorium which seats 1200. This new school will be large enough for educational needs in Melrose for many years to come, because when the total capacity of the school is utilized, it will accommodate 2.000 pupils. In every way the Melrose High School students will have the best of educational advantages. Our hope for education in America is that it may not suffer because of the finan- cial condition of the country. To quote Frank P. Graham, President of the University of South Carolina, “All America at this ti me looks into the face of a prostrate agri- culture, paralyzed industry and commerce, and millions unemployed. The govern- ment has begun to challenge the hunger that stalks our streets, but neither the political nor the economic order has yet lifted the cruel shadow of a wide despair that falls across millions of homes where children are born.” However, education must not suffer even in such trying times as these. It is unfortunate if a teacher or a laborer, or any other human being has an inadequate income or is without work and in want: it is worse than that, it is tragic if society blindly endangers its own future, reduces its expenses temporarily at the risk of losing its safety and its future prosperity. With 181 its ears filled with cries of despair from all types of mankind, society cannot he con- rimed that the budget must not he balanced at the cost of the rights of the incoming generation. I he sacrifice must he made to continue to give the youth of the nation tlu best educational advantages. This sacrifice need not lie for a long time, because the nation has aluars recovered from its periods of financial distress, and business has ahead) shown faint signs of improvement. After each major business crisis in this country, education has been greatlr improved. Let us hope that this truth will again operate after the present crisis. Classmates: We. the last class to graduate from our present high school, carry with us obligations to be discharged for the opportunity which has been afforded us lor twelve years to equip ourselves for life. We are now ready to depart to take our different roads through life. If education is to continue, we must prove that it is worth while. Those of us who go on to college, those of us who go directly into busi- ness, and those who later establish homes all have the same responsibility. It is for us to prove bv our future lives that this training which we have received was not wasted. The fate of the next generation, perhaps, lies with us. If our lives are not more useful in the community, if we do not uphold the standards of living which have been given us, il we do not make our community, our state, our country a better place in which to live, then our education will be deemed fruitless. W e must, on the other hand, prove its value bv being good workers, good home builders, good neighbors and good citizens. Therefore, as we say farewell to our teachers and our principal and to all those who have made our education possible, may we be mindful of the re- sponsibilit which we are taking with us. 182 COMPLIMENTS OF E. P. f. BURNS 125 Summer Street BOSTON, MASS. 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