Methuen High School - Memories Yearbook (Methuen, MA)

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1938 Edward F. Searles High School VIRGINIA HARDMAN Every inch a sport Basketball 3, 4 Virginia joined our class in her junior year, and al- though she hasn ' t been with us long - , she has made many friends. A good sport and marvelous basketball player, Virginia has proved mdispensible to the team. South- bridge lost, but Methuen gained, Virginia. LOIS HARRIS She was only a country maiden Girl Reserves Various Committees Lois is another of those shy, winning girls who came to us from the country. Her charm has won the admiration of all, and her loyal support and willing help will long be remembered. We foresee a great deal of happiness for you, Lois, if you just flash that smile. GRACE M. HAWKINS And tunes her merry note Unto the sweet bird ' s throat Orchestra 2, 3, 4 Grace is pleasant, good-natured, tactful, and neat, but more than that she is a talented violinist who has been a great asset to our high school orchestra. Our wish for her is that we may someday see her in a symphony or- chestra. RITA MARY HAWKINS Were there all harmony, all virtue here Orchestra 2, 3 Chorus -i, 4 Rita, a popular member of the class of ' 38, is interested chiefly in music, and played the violin in the school or- chestra for two years. Outside of school her main interest is Girl Scouts, and we ' ve been told that she makes a fine lieutenant. Keep up the good work, Rita. GRACE HELEN HENDERSON Forever temperate, calm, and wise Year Book Staff 4 Neat, courteous, and studious are the words that mosl accurately describe Grace. Although her chief interesl lios outside the walls of our high school, she has been a diligent worker for the class of ' 38. We hope (hat her path along the road of life will be smooth. 23

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Edward F. Searles High School 1938 SAMUEL HABIB GABOUR All work and no play makes Sam a dull boy ' ' Track 2 Sam, a black-haired Romeo to the ladies; to his friends a regular fellow; and to the world an endeavoring young man. Sam is one of our witty seniors who, in his mis- chievous manner, has caused many uproars in his classes. May your future pranks keep winning friends for you and brighten your road of life. JACQUELINE DOLORES CAN LEY For that ' s a narrow joy is but your own Jackie, that fair, cuiiey-haired miss, is very ambitious, but the most talkative member of our class. Everyone in search of a friend would do well to look up Jackie, for she has proved herself most loyal. We are certain to miss your charm and your flashy Chewy next year, Jackie. May you realize your ambition of becoming a doctor and keep the family ' s colors waving. CLAIRE A. GARRITY For heaven such { race did lend her That .the might admired be A sweet smile and a charming personality have helped this attractive colleen gain many friends and win many glances of approval from the boys, as well as the gir ' .-. Her ability to say a great deal in few words has charac- U rized her during high school. So in a few words we wish her a smiling future. EDGAR PHILIP GAUMOND Nor cares who him (.reels Captain, Cadets 4 Traffic Squad Eddie, a quiet, ambitious traffic officer, with ni priceless sense of humor makes it a pleasure to take the long way around to the third floor. He goes his own way, and lets everyone do the same, but still manages to take an active interest in school affairs. We have not been in- formed of Eddie ' s future plans, but we feel sure that all his efforts will be greatly rewarded. CATHERINE AGNES HANLEY She ' s just an All-American girl Basketball 2, 3, 4 A. A. Committee 3 Glee Club 4 Kay is one of our model girls; she has an engaging per- sonality, a quick wit, and a charming smile. Kay has dis- played outstanding ability in the field of sports. To add i hat finishing touch to all these excellent qualities, w« find a deep sincerity and an understanding nature. 22

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Edward F. Searles High Schooi 1938 MARTHA CHRISTINA HENNING Sure by quick nature happiness to gain Orchestra 2, 3, 4 Glee Club 3, 4 - Whenever you want something done, call on Martha. Dependable and alert at all times, she is one of the pian- ists of the school orchestra and i; interested in all types of music. Martha has displayed those qualities which make for success in the world. ELSIE HETHERINGTON Joy tunes her voice Basketball 3, 4 Girl Reserves 4 Class redhead and class higgler are the titles the class of ' 38 bestowed on Elsie. Her merry laughter is heard around the school at all times, and she also takes it to the basketball games! Keep smiling, Elsie! JOHN AUGUSTUS HOEGEN, JR. Then lit me lire, unseen, unknown One of those unobtrusive boys, John goes his own way very quietly. Although he is not well-known, those who claim him as a friend are fortunate because he is loyal and dignified. Here ' s to happiness, John. AMY HOI. LIN RAKE Would ire might triumph so! Glee Club 4 That Amy has been a serious and ambitious student is proved by the fact that she won two essay contests dur- ing high school. Her quietness, and neat appearance have an individual charm, and her dimpled smiles catch every eye. MADELINE PATRICIA HOLMES To these we owe true friendships Girl Reserves Quiet and attractive, Madeline is known to the class of ' 38 as a sincere friend. Her willingness to help others, her beautiful dark hair, and her shy smile are all valued by her classmates. May you find happiness, Madeline, in your career as a dental nurse. 24