Melrose High School - Log Yearbook (Melrose, MA)

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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

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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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LORRAINE RURTON “Larry” “Buddy” “Appetite” Girls’ Club 3, 4; Filing Committee 4; Stamp Club 4 • To meet Larry is to know her. Her friendly spirit and happy disposition make her a pal worth having. This petite, blue-eyed brunette with a mischievous twinkle in her eye loves all sports and is a staunch follower of all M. H. S. teams. Larry’s specialty, however, is telling jokes, with “Little Horace” as our favorite. Her favorite pastimes arc eating angel cake (which hasn’t yet resulted in any wings) and tearing up ditto copies, at which she has become most efficient. Larry has our best wishes, and we know she will succeed in anything she attempts. CHARLES LAWRENCE BYRNE “Charlie” “Red” “Chuck’ Charlie is one of our talented young men who hailed from St. Mary’s School. He is a naturally quiet boy at school but outside he is the center of fun. He is never lacking friends. He is fond of dancing, and we know he will be a success with his singing. He has a weakness for athletics. We know Charlie will be a success in whatever he under- takes ; so Good Luck, Charlie. ALICE M. CAIRNS “Ai” Red Cross Every one knows A 1 for her happy-go-lucky manner. Al’s hobby is collecting pictures of ships. We wonder what the fascination is. Although A 1 has not made up her mind as to what she is going to do after her high school ,days are over, we feel sure she will find success in whatever she undertakes. We all wish you happiness and lots of luck. PHILIP R. CALDER, Jr. Philip came from the Roosevelt in ’32. His sensibility and notable congeniality added to his inherent affability has permanently attached him to a multitude of friends. In ap- preciation of his friendship the junior class selected him for vice-president. Tennis, football, Debating Club, and Mas- que and Wig have all been included in Phil’s curriculum. On graduating he will attend a reputable prep school and then college. We expect BIG things of you, Phil ! ft ' ' V 2 5