Melrose High School - Log Yearbook (Melrose, MA)

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LOUISE BROOKS “Brooksie” Louise came to Melrose from Everett High School in her senior year. Her winning personality has made many friends for her in the short time she has been with us. Although she is not sure what she is going to do next year, we know that a successful and happy future is in store for Louise. ROBERT G. BROOKS “Red” “Bob” Track i, 2, 4; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Operetta 2, 4 ; Cheer Leader 2, 3, 4 Bob came to us from Roosevelt in 1932 and worked up a climax in his clowning this year. Bob was “A Little Bit Independent” and rather than study he danced “Cheek to Cheek” and at “3 O’clock in the Morning” he would still be “Truckin ' ”; but as “Red Sails in the Sunset” and “Santy Clause Came in the Spring” he will be spending his “Loaf’n Time” with “ 0 !,d Man Rhythm.” We hope Red will “Take It Easy” “Twenty-four Hours a Day” and he and his “Sweet Thing” will be “Shipmates Forever.” WILLIAM BROOKS “Bill” Bill was born in the state of Maine in 1918. He moved to Melrose in 1924 and attended our grammar schools. He graduated from the Roosevelt School in 1932. During his freshman year, he showed athletic ability in football and was awarded his numerals. His next three years were spent on the track and cross country teams. He received his let ter in Track + or his excellent running. Bill ranks high among his classmates as a good sport and a popular lad. BETH BEATRICE BRUNNING “B” “Bethy B” Masque and Wig 2, 3; Girls’ Club 2, 3, 4; Chorus 4 “Who goes there?” boomed M. H. S. “It’s only I” said a wee small voice, and that’s how Bethy B. entered M. H. S. If there are any new steps you want to learn, just shuffle through that barrier of boys and there she is. Beth has a weakness for Nashes. We wonder if it isn’t “Franklin’s”. Guess Beth ' s career will consist of wearing rings on her fingers and bells on her toes, through those rhythm inspired (piggies) of hers. Success Beth!! 23

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RUTH BOUTILIER Girls’ Club 3, 4 Here you see Ruth Boutilier, a sweet, friendly example of a Melrose High girl. Ruth has proved herself to he a welcome addition to our Girls’ Club as well as her other activities. Her ambition at the present time is to attend Nasson College in Maine. We certainly hope that your desire will he fulfilled, Ruth. ROBERT ORRIN BOWER “Bob” “Red” “Robie” Traffic Squad 3, 4; Football 1 ; Stamp Club 4; Band 1 Bob has several hobbies. One of them is collecting stamps (guess he likes the taste of glue), and another is playing (?) golf. He is a true friend, always finding time to laugh, and is punctual in whatever he undertakes. He in- tends to enter Boston University. Good luck to you, Bob! WARREN BRISSETTE “Ward” “Bras” Football 1 W ard came to our humble domain in 1932. Alth ough not too active in sports, he has always supported them loy- ally. Of late North Quincy seems to be his weekly ren- dezvous. Wonder why?? W ard plans to attend Bentley Accounting College after leaving M. H. S. W e all wish him the best of luck and know he will be successful. When a “Hot” orchestra plays in town, we can always find W ard there in a daze. Rhythm is his business.” MARIE BROCK Girls’ Club 2, 3, 4 It was in 1932 that the Washington School gave us this dignified (?) blushing, blue-eyed blonde. She has a pleas- ing personality which has won her many friends. Marie is an ardent follower of all High School sports, especiall) football. We wonder why? Marie plans to enter Forsythe Dental School where we know she will succeed. Our best wishes, Marie. 22

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CORTLAND BRYANT Cortland or Corty as he is known by his friends, is a tall, dark-haired, young fellow with a pleasant and plentiful grin. He was always athletically inclined, although lately he has leaned to the social joys of the stage. His actions in school are quiet and law abiding (?), while those outside are vigorous and industrious. He is, altogether, a worthy and upstanding member of the class of “36” and well worth knowing. GERTRUDE BRYANT “Gertie” “Peanut” Operetta 2, 3; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Girls ' Club 3, 4; Chorus 1. 2, 3. 4 Little Gertie came to M. H. S. in ’32 from the Lincoln School. Because of her good humor and other likable qual- ities, she has gained a host of friends. Gertie’s weakness is playing the piano. Just name the latest song hit, and you’ll soon find out. As yet, Gertie’s plans for the future are in- definite, but we are sure that she will be a success in what- ever she undertakes. PHYLLIS E. BRYANT Phyl graduated from the Roosevelt School in ’31. Dur- ing her term in M. H. S., she became a prominent member in Girls’ Club. In her Junior year, she joined the Glee Club where she attained success in singing. Phyl’s first public performance occurred when she un- dertook a part in the operetta, “The Lucky Jade”. She again displayed vocal qualities which won her public fame. Phyl is intending to attend the Westminster School of Music, New Jersey, upon her graduation. We all wish her a great deal of success and happiness for the future. RICHARD SIRCOM BULLENS “Cuz” “Trot” “Dick” Freshman Football 1 ; Cheer L coder 2; Tennis 3, 4; Hi-Y Club 4; Hockey 4; Varsity Club 4; Log Staff 4 In 1931, a slender blond youth slipped into Melrose High, at once becoming distinguished for his friendly and contag- ious grin ; and his quiet poise — the latter so unusual in a freshman!! While here at M. H. S., Dick has made dozens of friends, studied math with real interest, and greatly en- joyed playing hockey and tennis. Phis liking for sports now urges Dick toward Norwich, to study physical educa- tion and coaching. 24