Melrose High School - Log Yearbook (Melrose, MA)

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PHILIP PAUL CARGILL “Phil” “F. K.” “Squacho” St. Mary’s School. Football i, 2, 3, 4; Baseball i, 2, 3, 4; Hockey 1, 4; Track 4; Golf 4; Poetry Club 4. It is hard to say whether Phil’s athletic ability or his pleas- ant smile and helpful attitude has been the greatest asset to M. H. S., but they have both contributed to making these short four years a term we will long remember. All in all, Phil’s career in high school has been IV al done, and the support of the whole school follows him in his future. BETTY CARMODY “Bets” “Happy” Lincoln School. Freshman Girls’ Club; Cloak and Plume; Bowling. 1 ; Riding 1 ; Operetta 2; Girls’ Club 3, 4; Masque and Wig 2, 3, 4; Corresponding Secretary 4; Imprint 4; Editor School Life 4. Presenting “Bets” with her bright blue eyes, long b’onde hair, and merry smile. During her four years at M. H. S. “Happy” has been busy collecting an abundance of friends and good times. Dancing is her first love as far as fun is concerned. Next fall Betty will swell the ranks of eager freshmen at Skidmore College. Here’s wishing you lots of color, Bets, and no corn. ELIZABETH G. CHAMPLIN “Betty” “Champ” Calvin Coolidge School. Freshman Girls’ Club; Cloak and Plume; Girls’ Club 3, 4. Although she is a petite person, Betty is gobs of fun and just bubbling over with clever remarks. Her scholastic re- cord has been w fine these four long years, but she has al- ways been able to find time to help a friend in need, or supply a cheery grin and hello to an otherwise dull room. Always wave your banners high, Champ ! DONALD H. CHAPLIN “Don” “Chappy” “Deacon” Calvin Coolidge School. Airplane Club 1, 2. Donald Chaplin, a bewildered freshman in 1936 and a still bewildered senior in 1940, has made, through these four years of high school, many friends. Don is ambitious and always ready to Jielp a friend. His chief hobbies are tin- kering with automobiles and criticising the weaker sex. Don ’s winning smile and pleasing personality will give him success in everything he does. 27

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JAMES L. CALT “Jim” “Shamus” “Moose” Roosevelt School. Baseball i, 2, 3, 4; Hockey 2, 3. James is a boy with a sunny smile and a cheerful disposi- tion. He likes all sports, particularly baseball. During high school, he has devoted much of his spare time to raising chickens. We understand that he is aiming for the busi- ness world and we hope he climbs high. BARBARA CANNELL “Bunny” Girls’ Club 3, 4. “Bunny” came to Melrose from Everett during her sop- homore year, bringing along a cheerful smile and a winning personality, and has taken an active part in school life since then. She enjoys swimming and tennis as outside activi- ties. Her special interest seems to be Home Management, and she plans to take up this study at Stoneleigh College in Rye, New Hampshire. JEAN M. CAPPER “Jeanie” “Cap” Freshman Girls’ Club;. Girls’ Clhb 3, 4; Le tts and Shutter 2; Riding Club 2, 3 ; Bowling Club 3 ; Euclidean Society 4. Where’s Jean? Well, just take a walk through the Fells- way, and when you find a tall, slender blonde mounted on horseback, you’ll know that your search has ended, lean also likes bowling, tennis, and dancing, but it is no secret that she can have a good time wherever she goes. Although Harvard is her favorite college, Jean plans to attend Mass. State next year. , SHELDON CAR BEE “Brother” Roosevelt School. Speakers’ Bureau 4. Sheldon, you all know, is a big six footer with a ready smile for everyone. He has an amiable way of talking which invites friendship aijd good conversation. Being a good student has no effect on his fun-loving nature as is plain to see. Brother will take up further studying at Bow- ■doin where we know he’ll not o nly increase his learning but enter into the higher circles of joy making. 26

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JAMES HOWARD CHETWYND “Chet” “Jim” Calvin Coolidge School. Basketball i. James is a tall six foot boy with a good complexion. He always has a smile for everyone and he is the bashful silent type. He graduated from the Calvin Coolidge School in the class of “31” and he entered the Melrose High School in “37”- James has a very gifted talent as an artist and a cartoonist. He has not made use of his talent, but he hopes to do SO ' in the future. MARGARET ANN CHISHOLM “Peggy” “Margie” Girls’ Club 4. Just imagine what we would have missed if Margaret, with her dark hair and sparkling black eyes, had not entered M. H. S. from Stoneham High. Her easy disposition has won her many friends. She is one of the quieter members of our class, and is a capable, industrious worker, who will certainly succeed in her chosen profession — nursing. RALPH MELCHER CHURCHILL Ralph “Church” Roosevelt School. Track 3; Outing Club 2, 3; Rifle Club 4. This friendly and happy-go-lucky fellow is liked by everyone, and is always willing to lend a helping hand to someone in need. Although Ralph’s only athletic activity has been track, he has shown a keen interest in all branches of sport especially skiing. He plans to enter Lowell In- stitute in the fall. ROLAND CLAFI.TN “Squint” “Claf” Malden Catholic. A transfer from Malden Catholic, Roland arrived at M. H. S. this year to complete his high school education. Well known by most Melrose High students, he renewed many friendships among his old pals, and, because of his likeable personality, a host of new acquaintances was numbered among his friends. “Oaf’s” future is veiled in uncertainty, since he is un- certain as to what field he will devote his talents ; however, we, his friends, are sure that he will come out on top in whatever venture he attempts. 28