Melrose High School - Log Yearbook (Melrose, MA)

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ROBERT C. B 1 RDSALL “Bob” “Birdie” “Brimsek” Calvin Coolidge School. Lens and Shatter i, 2; Hi-Y 1. 2, 3. “Birdie”, one of the more notorious members of our class, is also ' one of our most misunderstood ones. He is really a good sport, as is shown by the fact that he went out for hockey for four years. Although he never made the squad, he supported it by his presence at most of their games. JOHN WILLIAM BLATCHFORD “Ripper” “Snitcher” “Stimey” Roosevelt School. Golf 3, 4; Model Airplane Club 2. 3; Hockey 2, 3. Jack entered Melrose High in 1936 from the Roosevelt School. His ability to draw has won him many friends. “Snitche r” is an outside member of the Imprint Staff, and draws the familiar sport sketches on the fourth page. He plans tO ' attend Art School to better his talent in the field of free-hand drawing. THEODORE JAMES BOECKER “Shadow” “Teddy” “Champ” Masque Wig 2, 3, 4; Gymnastic Chib 1, 2; Rifle Club 1, 4; Track 2; Basketball, Assistant Manager 3, Manager 4; Annual Play 4; Christmas Plays 2, 3, 4; Log Staff. Teddy breezed into Melrose High in 1936, from St. Louis, Missouri, and with him came a giggle. Had it not been for the giggle, it is very probable that Teddy’s presence would have been undiscovered. Even though he is probably the smallest member of the class, his value is not to be measured by his size, but by his many activities. NANCY J. BOLTON “Nan” “Nance” “Goody” Roosevelt School. Freshmen Girls’ Club; Girls’ Club; Lens and Shutter, Secretary-Treasurer 4. When you’re feeling blue, Nancy is the one to help you. With her pleasant disposition and sense of humor, she can cheer you in a very short time. She has attained high marks in her studies, but this does not keep her from outside ac- tivities. Nancy plans to return next year as a “P. G.”, and will then enter some hospital to become a nurse. 21

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CLIFFORD G. BECKFORD “Kip” “Kippy” Calvin Coolidge School. Kip, although not very tall, is virtually a live wire. He is a great lover of sports, and is a master of hockey. Al- though he hails from the “sticks”, he keeps up with the best. He has gained many friends with his carefree manner. He is a lover of the sea, and so he intends to join the Navy and become a first-class electrician. LOUIS RALPH BECKWITH “Lou” “Louie” Calvin Coolidge School. Four years ago, a bit shy and bashful, this lad entered the portals of M. H. S. He is a brilliant student (at times), and excells in bookkeeping, and spending week-ends in Dor- chester. (Why?) Although he never took part in sports, he has been an ardent rooter. Lou plans to go to Bentley’s next year. Well pal — don ' t break your “Beck-with” hard work. LIXWOOD G. BENNETT “Lindy” “Ben” “Benita” Freshman Baseball. This is the fellow known to us all for his witty remarks and ready smile. Lindy came to us in the fall of ’35 fresh out of Saugus. Any time you want an old joke see “Ben”, for his hobby is collecting them. Sports world finds him fishing during the summer. In future years instead of call- ing the iceman, you can call Lindy. He intends to take up refrigeration. JAMES EDWARD BERRIGAX “Bunny” “Jimmy” St. Mary’s School. James came to us four years ago from St. Mary’s School. He was a quiet boy, but M. H. S. soon livened him up. During his stay at M. H. S., he has made many friends by his unfailing sense of humor. His plans for the future are undecided, but we know he will be a success in whatever he undertakes. 20

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ELIE S. BOURQUE “Buck” Saint Mary’s School. Gymnastics 2. Elie answers to the name of anything from “Buck” to “Bucky”. His ambition is to join the navy. He is interested in baseball and football. Because of his generosity and per- sonality, he has many friends. He will share with you whatever he has. Elie will find friends in the navy. He is a great little fellow. FLORENCE JEANNETTE BOWSER “Flipp” “Sis” Calvin Coolidge School. Freshman Girls’ Club; Outing Club i ; Girls’ Club 3, 4; Junior Red Cross 4. “Flipp” entered M. H. S. in ’36 from the Calvin Coolidge School. This “Ray” of sunshine is full of laughter and fun. She loves to go bowling and swimming. “Flipp” in- tends to go out into the business world until that “certain day” comes. Here’s to you, “Flipp”. CHARLES I. BOYNTON Jr. “Charlie” “C.I.” “B-i” “Dull One” Lincoln School. Operetta 3; Speakers’ Bureau 4; Hi-Y 3, 4 - Look out Norwich, here he comes, the personification of that old proverb, “Eat, drink, and be merry ; for tomorrow you may die”. That in itself marks him as a worthy mem- ber of the brethren, in which he has charge of all surveys. This duty takes most of his time. However, he still finds some opportunities to carry on his ardent antics. Wher- ever and whenever in trouble, “B-i”, remember the 3 B’s! JOHN STANLEY BRADY “Jack” “General” Roosevelt School. Football 2, 3, 4; Rifle Club 2, 3, 4; Rifle Team 2, 3, 4. Jack’s outstanding record in school work and outside ac- tivities has made him very popular among his classmates. Four years at M. H. S. does not complete his education. Upon graduation Jack advances to West Point to solve the problem of National Defense. 22