Melrose High School - Log Yearbook (Melrose, MA)

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GLOW A BLAIR The year nineteen hundred thirty-one brought to M.H.S. from tli e Roosevelt School radiant personality and charm in the form of Gloria Blair. Although she is the picture of health, Gloria of late has been afflicted with a “MaF’ady. We would be inclined to worry but for the fact that she is under the best of treatment. For Gloria, success is inevit- able, and we wish her all the luck in the world. FRANCIS G. BLAISDELL Hi-Y (3, 4), Orchestra (3, 4), Band (3, 4) “Frannie” entered the Melrose High School in 1930. He didn ' t enter into any sports, but he attended many school activities. His private life right now is spent in working nights at a drug store in Winchester and in sleeping, no- body knows where. He is very interested in the drug line and plans to attend the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy next year. W. LEONARD BLANCHARD “Len” Hi-Y (4), Orchestra (1, 2) His ready smile and witty remarks have gained many friends for “Leni” since he entered M. H. S. in 1930 from the Roosevelt School. Although “Len” has not been on the athletic teams, he has been at the games, bellowing himself hoarse for Melrose. We do not know exactly what “Len’s” plans are following graduation, but we know that he will plug hard wherever he goes. PHYLLIS J. BOARDMAN “Phyl” “Bucky” Chorus (4), Glee Club (3), “The Mikado”, “Cherry- blossom”, “The Lucky Jade”, Girls ' Club “Phyl” moved here from a neighboring city just before her Freshman year. Although she is very reserved and quiet in school, she is very different outside. In spite of the fact that she is Mr. Scott’s left hand, she has aspirations of be- coming a model. This is too bad, because Phyl’s favorite pastime (when she is not asleep) is eating. Here’s to her success and happiness in the years to come. (20)

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WEBSTER W. BENEDICT “Web” Band (2), Cloak and Plume (1), Masque and Wig (2), Orchestra ( 1 ) “Web” came to Melrose High School in 1931 by way of the Washington School. This lanky fellow has taken part in musical and dramatic activities throughout his school life, and has made many associates, friendly and other- wise. Outside of school “Web” enjoys experimenting with electricity and roaming to country places, especially New Hampshire. “Web” is uncertain about his future but in- tends to keep away from institutions of learning. HERBERT P. BERTOULIN “Bert” “Red” “Herb” The Washington School lost a gentleman and a scholar when it passed “Herb” to the High School. Although “Herb” didn’t participate in any activities or sports, he was an ardent follower of all. In his spare time he may be found in or around the Y. M. C. A. His favorite sport is swim- ming. He has made a multitude of friends with his winning smile and personality, and with these traits we wish him the best of luck. DANTE BINDA “Danny” Football (1), Baseball (1, 3, 4), Hockey (3), Glee Club (4) “Danny” came from the Washington School in 1931. In his four years at M. H. S. he has acquired many friends with his friendly smile. “Danny” has participated in three sports, but he excelled in baseball. He spends half of his spare time in Malden. We wonder what the attraction is. Dante plans to enter Duke University in the near future. Happy landings, Dante. HARRY BLACK “Blinker” “Blackie” Football (1, 2. 3, 4), Baseball (1, 2, 3, 4), Hockey (1, 2) Harry came to Melrose High in 1931, where he has ex- celled in sports from the first year and become outstand- ing for his football ability. He has made many friends with his flashing smile and good humor. You always know when he is around, because he has a shadow called “Ginnie.” Harry is planning to go to college, and his friends feel sure when he enters the business w r orld, he will be a success. (19)

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AUGUSTINE J. BONZAGNI “Gus” Rifle Club (4) “Gus” is another one of those fine young men who came to us from the Roosevelt School. His pleasing personality has won him many friends during his four years in school. Although “Gus” did not take an active part in sports, his high marks in class show us that he used his time very profitably. Helpfulness and ambition with a liberal portion of humor are “Gus”’ chief characteristics, and they are soon to lead him far along the road to success. ELMER H. BOURNE “Twink” “Twinnie” In the graduating class of 1931 from the Washington School a boy that liked farm work entered the High School and pursued studies along these lines. Elmer is a non-re- specter of persons in that he tries to imitate some of the celebrities of our radio and film world. We’ll miss this breezy, happy-go-lucky senior, and hope he won’t find in his battle with the world anything that will take the buoy- ancy from his steps or the smile from his lips. BETTY BOWDITCH Betty, a very quiet person, who works conscientiously at all her studies, makes a grand friend for those who know her well. In spite of her shy nature, she has many definite likes and dislikes ; and movies, music, and books are her hobbies. She wants very much to become a secretary, and her employer, whoever he may be, will certainly find Betty a faithful worker. JOHN H. BOYAJIAN “Ardie” “Moey” “Ahab” “Ardie” came to us from the Lincoln School in the fall of ’31. He excels in all studies, especially mathematics, which is his hobby. “Ardie” likes basketball and plays very well even though he is not a six footer. He also has a like- able personality and a quick sense of humor. Although he has not any particular college in mind that he wants to at- tend, he is sure to make good in whatever school he chooses, and he has our wishes for the best of luck.