Methuen High School - Memories Yearbook (Methuen, MA)

Text from Pages 1 - 92 of the 1943 volume:

6£aM Rox k - 19 4 3- £diu-a id 9: y ahlib Uiqk School METHUEN MASSACHUSETTS MEMORIAL LIBRARY 305 BROADWAY METHUEN, MA 01844 Excelsior 19 4 3 We dedicate our Year Book to those boys and girls of the Edward F. Searles High School who have entered the Armed Service of our Country. Ki ui) F. Searles High School 1943 Standing: A. Nicholson, J. Bagnell, B. Ingalls, C. Brown, M. Gavitte, C. Skillings, C. Lyman, J. Byrne, U. Beaumont, J. Melia, C. Elwell, J. Hannigan. Seated: H. Whitehead, M. Lanjye, K. Doran, R. Wright, D. Allen, H. Southworth, M. McDermott, E. Lord, A. Coulson, E. Smith. OAt Oxtculty, Carleton D. Skillings University of New Hampshire B.S. Ed. M. Principal Dorothea T. Allen, Smith A.B. English John Bagnell, Colby B.S. Mathematics Urville J. Beaumont, Boston College A.B. Commercial Law, Economics, History Chester A. Brown. Colby B.S. Science John D. Byrne, University of Michigan B.S. in C.E., Ed.M. Boston Univ. Algebra, Biology, History Alice Coulson, Trinity Crllege A.B. English Kathleen M. Doran, Boston University B.S. in P.A.L. Commercial, English Clarence A. Elwell, Bates A.B. Latin, Commercial Law, Economics Mary C. Gavitte, Syracuse A.B. English John Hannigan, Georgetown Ph.B. History W. Beverly Ingalls, Tufts A.B. Biology Martha D. Lange, Radcliffe A.B., Harvard Ed. M. English Alfred Law, Colby B.S. Science, Mathematics Ethel F. Lord, Boston University A.B. Commercial Carrie Lyman, Boston University B.S. Commercial, History Margaret McDermott, Boston University A.B. French, Latin Joseph A. Melia, Scott-Carbee, Allen Dale Studios, Commercial Art Drawing Arthur R. Nicholson, Tufts B.S. Drawing Elizabeth Smith, Emmanuel A.B. English, Latin, History Helen Southworth, Boston University B.S. History, Problems of Democracy Hazel M. Whitehead, Boston University B.S.S. Commercial Ruth E. Wright, University of New Hampshire A.B. French, History Evelyn Gammons, Cannon ' s Commercial College Secretary Edward I ' . Searles High S hool 1943 Giadl 9x em A world aflame with fury waits us at the turn. We leave our source of knowledge, But still have more to learn. head there lies our future; Who knows what it may hold? One thing alone is certain: A new world we must mold. We ' re leaving Searles to enter A seething world at war, To do our part in winning The peace we ' re fighting for. Our high school days together We never shall forget; Forever we ' ll remember The friends that here we ' ve met. 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Searles Hich School 1943 VIRGINIA ABBOTT Music hath charms Girl Reserves 2, 4 Band 1, 2, 3 Drum Majorette 4 Basketball 1 Jean is pleasant, friendly, peppy and good-natured, but more than that she has been a great asset to our high school band. As our drum major in her senior year, she has done an excellent piece of work. Best of luck in the future, Jean. CLAIRE ABERCROMBIE The smiles that we love best with morning blushes on her cheek Girl Reserves 2, 3, 4 Senior Play Claire is an attractive, intelligent, and sophisticated young lady who is liked by all who know her. She has par- ticipated in many school activities and her friendly smile is seen at all the dances. We will always remember her for her marvelous performance in the senior play. Stay as lovely as you are, Claire. FRANK ADAMSON Together we stand; divided we fall President 1, 2, 3, 4 Senior Play 4 Football manager 2, 3, 4 Baseball 2, 3 Lieutenant Cadets 4 We all know what a grand pal Frank is: If you have trouble finding him, look for Whit Hager, for the two are inseparable companions. Although Frank has a mis- chievous streak in him, he knows how to be serious. How about it girls? All kidding aside, Frank, we wish you the best of luck. GLENNIS ALLATT How charming is her smile Girl Reserves 3 Glennie is one of our most genial classmates. Her presence is betrayed by a merry laugh and her sparkling personality. She is ready at all times to lend a helping hand to some other student. Always stay as pretty as you are, Glennie. ARLINE ANNALORO Wise is she who talks but little Girls Reserves 4 This introduces you to one of our most intelligent girls, Arline. Her quiet good humor and personality have won her many friends during her school life. To the seniors, Arline is studious and silent, but she likes fun and is an excellent companion. May you continue to cultivate your charm, Arline. 14 1943 Edward F. Searles High School ELSIE ARNOLD This life is most jolly Basketball 4 A sociable girl with a winning smile, Elsie has a host of loyal friends. We have enjoyed her pleasing disposition and jovial manner during our high school days and we wish her success in the future. WILLIAM AROLD JR. I have had companions in my youthful school-days Billy is a neat, well-mannered gentleman who is ad- mired by all. He always has a cheery smile and a gay word for everyone. His smile is so contagious, that those he meets unconsciously go on smiling. We owe much of our happiness to Bill and wish him success in his chosen career. MARY ARZOONIAN Qu ietly she rises to the top Girl Reserves 4 Mary is a soft-spoken young lady who is known to our class as a sincere friend. Her quiet mannerisms, sincerity, and winning smile are all assets that have endeared her to us. Our class has indeed been fortunate in having you as a companion, Mary. Best of luck! VERA AVEDISIAN Fun and laughter are everywhere What would our senior class be like without this dark- haired miss with her pleasing way of adding a touch of humor here and there? Vera has taken an interest in all school activities and athletics and wherever a helping hand is neeeded, there you will find Vera. Here ' s to you, Vera! Keep your sunny side up. SHIRLEY BAHAN Be gone dull care Shirley is one who thrives on excitement, and wherever she is, you will hear merry laughter. Here happiness and shining personality have won her many true friends. Here ' s to joy, Shirley. 15 Knuuii) F. Seaki.ks Hk;ii School 1 913 Girl Reserves AKLKNK R. HARDEN A friend, tried and true 2 Quiet and attractive, Arlene is known to the class of ' 43 as a sincere friend. Her school spirit, her willingness to help others, and her shy smile are all valued by her classmates. May your life always be a pleasant one, Arlene. EUNICE BARRETT ' Rah! Rah! Rah! for M. II. S. Basketball 2, 3, 4 Cheerleader 3, 4 Introducing one of our most ardent of sport lovers. Cissy can always be found in the heart of an exciting game, cheering for our boys to get that touchdown. As a jitterbug she ' s tops. Nice going, Cis. JOHN BARRY Look out, Hollywood Track 2, 3, 4 Lieutenant Cadets 4 Senior Play 4 Here comes Young Barry. Tall and handsome, Jack needs no introduction to the ladies. In portraying the trials and tribulations of a young man, his performance in the senior play was excellent. Keep up the good work, Jack. ELIZABETH L. BEEK Little less than angel Baton Twirling 3, 4 Girl Reserves 3, 4 Betty joined us in our Junior year, and since that time has been a valuable asset both to our school and to our band. As a drum majorette, she is tops and we all enjoy that sparkling smile. Best of luck, Betty. WILLIAM BEIER Women delight me not We are pleased to introduce to you Billy Beier, a popu- lar senior of the class of ' 43. When he is with the boys he is right at home, but with the girls, we hear he is very shy. Smooth sailing, Bill. 16 1943 Edward F. Searles High School RUTH BERNARD Busy, busy, still thou art Basketball 4 Ruthie, a seemingly quiet girl, has proved to be a good friend to the few who know her well. Her agreeable nature and her business-like efficiency are previews of the success we feel sure that the future holds for her. Best of luck, Ruthie. EDWARD BILAPKA Just pleasure and laughter — that ' s all that he ' s after Track 3 Football 3, 4 Captain Cadets 4 A piominent senior who is one of our popular male ludents. Eddie is quick-witted and there is never a dull moment when he is around. He is sociable, clever, and always willing to lend a helping hand to any prank. Cood luck, Eddie. JOSEPHINE ANN BISTANY Success is won by honest toil Introducing one of our most loyal of classmates, Jose- phine is ready at all times to lend a helping hand to all of our school activities. She has a host of friends who have enjoyed her pleasing disposition and jovial manner during their high school days. Here ' s to success, Jo. LORRAINE BISTANY A smile like the summer sun A pleasant smile introduces you to one of our busiest and most likeable seniors. Lorraine ' s sweet disposition and pleasant nature have won her many friends. Those who truly know her claim her as a valuable friend. May your future life be a pleasant one, Lorraine. RAYMOND BISTANY ' Tis folly to be wise Band 1, 2, 3, 4 Ray — a black-haired Romeo, to the ladies, a regular guy to his friends, and an aspiring young man to the world. Ray is one of our witty seniors, who in his mischievous way, has caused many uproars in his classes. May your clever pranks brighten your road of life, Ray. 17 Kdwaki) F. Skaklks High School 1943 DOROTHY BLACK Still waters run deep Dorothy is one of our shy, quiet students who has endeared herself to us hy the timidness. Her willingness to help others and her fine school spirit are two of her many characteristics. May your future life be a pleasant one, Dot! Best of luck. BARBARA BLEAKLEY Forever temperate, calm, and wise Neat, courteous, and studious, Barbara is one of our model girls. Her charm has won the admiration of all, and her loyal support and willing help will long be re- membered. Keep smiling, Barbara, and success will be yours. BARBARA ANN BLOUIN I love quiet solitude Sophomore Reception Committee 2 Barbara is a carrot top, but her calmness is unbeliev- able, as it is not generally associated with red-heads. We have never seen signs of a flaming temper in our Barbara. With her determination to get ahead, we are sure that she will do just that. We ' ll watch that red hair, Barb. ARLENE DORIS BOEHM Still waters run deep Arlene is one of those quiet, studious classmates. Those who truly know her, claim her to be a real friend, and her fine manners, pleasing smile, and class spirit are recog- nized by all. Keep up the fine work, and you ' ll reach the top, Arlene. H . FREDERICK D. R. BRAINERD Merrily, merrily, I shall live now Freddie is known for- his jovial manner, and his way with the ladies. Whenever there is anything on, you can be sure that he will be there. Though a puzzle to many in English teacher, his pleasing personality will carry him a long way on the road to success. 18 1943 Edward F. Searles High School ALICE BRETON Youth is full of sport Alice, with her friendly smile and charming personality has added much joy to our high school days. Her efficiency and business-like ways, are a sure indication of success. Best of luck, Alice. GLORIA BROTHERS Witty, smiling, gay — here ' s luck along your way We are all familiar with Gloria ' s happy smile, pleasant deposition, and sparkling personality. Her presence is ' etrayed at athletic contests by a merry laugh, and the ; chool dances have also seen her charming smile. Here ' s to happiness, Gloria. BEATRICE BUDRON A worthy opponent in any game Basketball 2, 3, 4 Beatrice, that great athlete, will always be remembered for her true sportsmanship. To her friends she is known a,s an all-round girl, to the senior class, a hard worker, and to the world, we are sure that she will be an asset. We ' re rooting for you, Beatrice. PAULINE FRANCES BULGER Fair maid, be not so shy Another of our quiet friends whose smile is an asset to the class of ' 43. Pauline is a neat, well-mannered girl who has graced our ' social affairs by her presence. May .■she always keep her winning ways, and continue to be her ' own neat self. WILLIAM BUNTING Handsome, witty, yet a friend Vice-President 1, 2, 4 Bunny — his smile, his courtesy, and his witty person- ality has added much to the joy of our high school days. A sincere friend. Bill is well liked by all who know him. Flash that smile, Bill, and success will be yours. 19 Kim ui) F. Si: ki i:s 11k. n School 1943 VIRGINIA BURKE Let ' s dance Various Committees Peppy, friendly, and petite — that ' s Ginny! She is well- known and liked by all her classmates because of her pleasing personality and by her clever dancing. Don ' t be surpiised if Ginny ' s dancing makes her a rival of Ginger Rogers. RUTH HELEN CHADWICK Every inch a sport Senior Play 4 Girl Reserves 1 A giggle, an infectious smile, acting beyond compare, clever dancing, and a flirtatious nature — these are all part, of Ruthie. Her constant backing of all affairs and her artistic performance in the senior play have endeared her to us. We sincerely wish you joy, Ruth; you deserve it. THOMAS H. CHADWICK Let swing be king Band 1, 2, 3, 4 Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4 Rhythm Unit 2, 3, 4 Various Committees Year Book Staff 4 Tommy, with a cheery smile and a kind word for every- one, is one of the most popular ' and likeable members of our class. As a musician he is tops. We all love hearing the silvery tones of his sax at the band dances. A brilliant future is forseen for you Tommy. DOROTHY CHIVALL Endowed with that rare gift — courtesy Various Committees Dorothy, one of our seemingly quiet seniors, likes her share of fun. Quietness has proved an asset to her, win- ning her many true friends as well as an outside interest . May you find success just around the corner, Dot. it MELVIN CLAMP Joy have I had Band 1, 2, 3, 4 Melvin Clamp, heaven ' s gift to the ladies, is a big, blond bundle of happiness. Between this senior and many attrac- tive girls, notes have been passed all year. You ' ve been the cause of many heart-throbs, Clampy, and we know that you will be as popular wherever you are as you have been with us. 20 1943 Edward F. Searles High School ANSON COOKE As always, a friend Year Book Staff 4 This blond, good-looking young man has shown his dancing talents at all of our parties. Cookie is very popular, especially with the girls. He always takes life s it comes and he leads a double life. In the classroom he conforms to rules and is serious, but outside he is peppy, friendly and smiling. Good luck, Cookie. LUCILLE CORDEAU Good luck befriend thee Intioducing a rather shy, quiet girl. However her timid- noss seems to be more of an asset than anything else, for •l retiring manner has won her many friends. We wish you loads of success in all your ventures, Lucille. ERNESTINE M. COWAN Warm charity, the general friend Girl Reserves 4 Although Ernestine came to us at the start of our senior year, she has already made many friends. Her pleasing personality and her class spirit have won our admiration. We wish you the best of everything, Ernestine. GEORGE N. COX, JR. I love the life I live If you hear a gay voice and a hearty laugh, get ready for excitement for Coxie is coming down the corridor. Filled to the brim and overflowing with gags and jokes, he never leaves us with a dull moment. His good natured- ness should carry him a long way in life. HOWARD CROWTHER He ' s the silver lining to our dark clouds Junior Ring Committee It gives us great pleasure to introduce to you Howie Crowther, a popular member of the class of ' 43. His pleas- ing personality has won him many friends both in and out of school. Howie is a fine companion, and we hope that his future will be as sparkling as his personality. 21 Edward F. Searles High School 1943 LORRAINE DAIGLE Quiet and sweet, thoughtful and neat Lorraine is one of our quiet sincere friends. Her shy winning smile and her jollity have helped to brighten some of our dark days. To those who truly know her, and to the school, she will always remain a friend. RUTH DEAN Great works are performed not by strength but by perseverance Secretary 2, Girls ' A. A. Year Book Editor 4 Various Committees Ruth is one of our most brilliant and active students. She has proved herself an asset both to her school and class and has done an excellent job as our Editor-in-Chief. Good luck, Ruth, you are already on your way to the top. CHARLOTTE 1)1 AR 1LLE Happy and gay, she goes on her way Girls ' A. A. 2, 3, 4 Girls Reserves 3, 4 Chuck is a very sociable girl with a winning smile and a host of friends. She has thoroughly enjoyed her high school years, being serious or witty, as the occasion de- manded. We wish you loads of success in all your ventures, Charlotte. PETER DE I II l( I Silence speaks for itself Orchestra Pete is one of the boys in our class with mistaken identity. Everyone thinks he is quiet, but Pete can tell a joke as well as the nexl person. He is really quite a sport and we ' re sure he ' ll make good in whatevej In- d EDWARD DE PRATES His miiDl is ever free I r care Football 4 Cadets 2, 3 Eddie is a man of few wands but much action. He always finds time to catch up on lost Bleep in the third period, so we aie told. We wonder If Ray and be will evei I thai certain Senior walking through the corridors. Good luck. Eddn 22 1943 Edward F. Searles High School Football 3, Basketball HOWARD DYKE Life is just a bowl of cherries 4 3, 4 Track 3 Cadets 2, 3 Howie is the boy with the grin from ear to ear and not a care in the world. He also has an eye for the girls and loves to tease them. Keep up the sunny disposition, Howie! CARL DE LUCIA Joy have I had Cadet Corps 2, 3, 4 Carl is well known throughout school for his sociability and sense of humor. He always has a flattering word for the ladies and a smile for the fellows. We know your work in scientific farming will be successful, and you will enjoy it as much as you have your high school career. ROBERT D. EATON For he ' s a jolly good fellow — Cadets 2, 3 How dull this world would be without people with a -sease of humor like Bob. He has helped shorten many a dull day. A good sport is Bob — and a good sport is liked by everyone. KATHERINE ELLIOTT Cheerfulness is health Girl Reserves 4 Kay is a dark-haired girl with a winning smile. Danc- ing is her chief occupation outside of school, while driv- ing her little convertible runs a close second. Loads of luck in your nursing career, Kay. Cheer Leader 3, 4 Basketball 3 LILLIAN FARLEY Just an Ail-American Girl Girls A. A. 2, 3, 4 Senior Play Girl Reserves 3 Whenever there are class activities going on, you can be sure to find Lil there. She has brightend up many a class by her unusual giggle, and has done an excellent job as cheer leader. Keep up your good work Lil. 23 Edward F. Seari es High School 1943 WILLIAM FLEMING Mischief lurks in his eyes Cadets 2, 3 William may look the quiet type, but whenever there is anything going on, he is in the midst of it. He can usually be seen engrossed in his studies before classes in the mornng. We wish you all the luck in the world, Bill. LOUISE FOX Good-natured, pleasant and winning; Your life with joy will he brimming Yearbook Staff Girls ' A. A. 2, 3, 4 Senior Play Blue and White Staff Baskball Manager 4 Various Committees Foxie is the girl with the everlasting flow of pep and good humor. She is always ready, willing, and able to take part in any class activity. She is also well-known for her speedy driving. We wish you much success in your nurs- ing career, Louise. DOBEEN GAGNON A winning way, a pleasant smile, Dressed so neat, and quiet in style Girls ' A. A. 2, 3, 4 Various Committees Girl Reserves 3, 4 Basketball 3, 4 Doreen, one of the popular members of the class, is a pleasant person to know. She has served very capabl y as the President of the Girl Reserves. We all wish her the best of luck in the future. EDITH GELT Never on furtive mischief bent She ' s always on her task intent Girls ' A. A. Dark, attractive, and studious are words that aptly de- scribe Edith. She can always be seen studying or rushing from one room to another. We ' ll all miss you, Edith, but we know you will make a very competent nurse. VIRGINIA M. GEORGE Let us enjoy pleasure while we can pleasure is never long enough Girls ' A. A. 2 Virginia is one of the fun-loving members of our class. You need never be in fear of a dull moment with Virginia around. We foresee a great deal of happiness for you, Virginia, if you just keep that sense of hum or. 24 1943 Edward F. Searles High School MARIE GRECO Just pleasure and laughter ' That ' s all she ' s after! Girls Reserves 2, 4 Gills ' A. A. 4 Marie is one of the popular girls of our class. There ' s always a look of mischief in her eyes and you can be sure there ' s a reason behind it. Keep smiling, Marie, and we know you ' ll get along in whatever you do. Girls ' A. A. CHARLOTTE GRIFFIN Wise is she who talks but little 2 Girl Reserves 2, 3 Another of our quiet friends from whom a giggle emerges once in a while. She has proved herself a friend during her entire high school career. Keep up the good work, Charlotte, and you ' ll reach your goal. AUDREY GUTHRIE Sugar and spice and everything nice Girl Reserves 3, 4 Girls ' A. A. Various Committees Gay, attractive, and witty are the words to describe Audrey. She is the envy of many a girl and catches the glances of many a boy because of her beautiful clothes. Although you have not decided on your career, we are sure you will be successful in anything you undertake. LILLIAN HABEEB A friend, tried and true Girls ' A. A. Dark-haired and bright-eyed, Lil is one of the lively members of the class. Her polite manner, which is a char- acteristic worthy of mention, is a valuable asset. We are sure her ambition to become a stenographer will be most successful. CLARA HADDAD It ' s all fun and laughter Girls ' A. A. Girl Reserves A shrill giggle, a rush of feet, a slam of the door, and here is Clara! She has brightened up many a class by her pranks. Keep that pep, vigor, and sense of humor, Clara. 25 1 I Edward !• ' . Searles High School 1943 EVELYN J. IIADDAD Industry brings its own reward Girls ' A. A. 2, 3, 4 Quiet and reserved, Evelyn belongs to our class as one of those silent rooters who are a necessity. She has a very pleasing manner and has been an honor student all during her high school years. We wish you success, Evie! GLADYS IIADFIKLD Sincere and modest, success is for her Girls ' A. A. 2 Although she is quiet and attentive during classes, we know Gladys is full of fun outside school. Ready to help whenever needed, she has proved herself a true friend. We know she will make a very competent secretary. WHITNEY IIAGER With never a care in the world Cadets 2, 3 Junior Vice-President Various Committees A big grin and a cheery word are two things we always expect from Whit. His jovial manner is only one of the characteristics which has made him one of the most popu- lar senior boys. The world needs people like you, Whitney, his Navy uniform. HALEEN HAJJAR A man of few words is he Cadets 2, 3 Quietness comes natural to Beansie , but occasionally in Physics Class, we see a spark of mischievousness in his eye. If you know him personally, he is quite a sport. We wish him all the luck in the armed forces. ROBERT HAMBLETON A person worth knowing ' Track 3 Baseball 4 Cadets 2, 3, 4 Football 4 Picture Committee Robert is the quiet type, but a great sport. He has par- ticipated in all sports and activities in school and has had an outstanding scholastic record. Bob is going to further his studies at college and we wish him loads of success. 26 1943 Edward F. Searles High School BILLIE HARNISCH A little girl with a great big smile To make life happy all the while. Gills ' A. A. 2, 4 Girl Reserves 2, 3, 4 Although Billie is small, she is popular in a big way. She always has a pleasant smile for everyone she meets. We all wish her the best of luck and happiness in her journey through life. HARRY F. HARRIS Begone, dull care, Thou and I shall never agree Cadets 2, 3 Captain 4 Various Committees Student Council Harry is a firm believer in mixing pleasure and busi- ness. He is one of our witty seniors, who, in his mis- chievous manner, has caused many a smile in his classes. Harry is very ambitious and we all wish him success in his Naval aspirations. FLORENCE HARTUNG Silence is worth its weight in gold Girls ' A. A. 2 Dixie is a quiet and modest member of our class. Two outstanding characteristics of Florence are her soft voice and courteous manner. We wish you luck, Florence, in your future life. MILDRED HETHERINGTON A friend in need is a friend indeed Girl Reserves 2, 3, 4 Girls ' A. A. 2 Yearbook Staff Various Committees If it has to be done, ask Mildred to do it seems to be the motto of the Senior Class. Mildred is always neat and friendly and has a smile for everyone. She has proved herself more than ready, willing, and able during her high school years. JUD ITH ANN HILL A daughter of the gods, divinely tall, and most divinely fair Girls A. A. 2, 4 Various Committees Basketball 2, 3, 4 Blue and White Staff Judy is known throughout the school as the girl with the pleasing smile. As Vice-President of the Girl Reserves, she has done a good job, and her activities in all school affairs is worthy of mention. Her agreeable nature and competent manner are previews of the success we feel sure the future holds for her. 27 I j i;i) F. Searles Hk;ii School 1943 RICHARD HILL Youth is full of pleasures Cadet Corps 2, 3, 4 Dick , popular member of our class of ' 43, has a smile and a word for everyone he passes in the corridor. He is a good illustration for what the well-dressed student should wear. We are sure he will look just as snappy in GERTRUDE HILBERT Where did you get those eyes Girls ' A. A. 2, 3, 4 Gertrude is a quiet-spoken member of our class and is easily recognized by her beautiful blue eyes and lovely complexion. We have not been informed of Gertrude ' s future plans, but we feel sure that all her efforts will be greatly rewarded. JULIUS HMIELOWSKI Time is valuable — waste it not Cadets 2, 3 Julius is one of the few male students who can be seen working diligently during study periods to finish up his home-work. He is a good spoil and is well-liked by every- one. We are sure his future plans will be successful. ETHEL HOELZEL Just be natural. You ' re naturally nice Girls ' A. A. 2 Blue and White 4 Girl Reserves 2, 4 Neat, courteou s, and studious are the words that most accurately describe Ethel, whose fair skin, shining hair, and sparkling teeth, are the envy of all her classmates. We hope that her path along the road of life will be smooth. ROBERT HOELZEL How appealing is his shyness Cadets 2, 3 A quiet boy indeed is Bobby, but he has a host of friends. His curly hair is admired by many of our girls. Cood luck Bob! May you find success. 28 1943 Edward F. Searles High School IRENE HOFFMAN I love the life I live Girls ' A. A. 2, 3 Peppy, fun-loving Irene makes every minute of her life count. She would rather play than work. Thanks for your laughter and smiles and may you always keep your pep! PHYLLIS HOUGHTON Quiet and sweet, thoughtful and neat Girls ' A. A. 2 Year Book Staff 4 We all know Phyllis as rather a quiet girl, but her many interests outside of school have won her more than a fair share of loyal and true friends. Good luck to you in your nursing career. We know that you will strive to reach the top. FREDA ISSENBERG As good be out of the world as out of the fashion Girls ' A. A. 2 Freda can well be called a fashionable lass. She has beautiful clothes and shows them well. She is friendly and likeable and we have no doubts about her success in the world with the charm she possesses. Happy landing, Freda. BERNICE JACKSON This life is most jolly A wonderful actress! She proved it in the Senior play. Bernice likes her share of fun, too. Her glowing smile has helped her gain and hold many friends. Keep smiling Bernice, and may you reach your highest goal. PAULINE JACKSON Youth is full of sport Girl Reserves 3, 4 Various Committees Girls ' A. A. 2, 3, 4 Pop is one of the livelier members of our class. She always seems to be rushing from one class to another and her vitality never seems to be exhausted. We wish you success in your career as a beautician. 29 Kim w;n F. Skaki.ks High School 1943 ROSE JANIAN There ' s music in the air Band 2, 3, 4 Another one of our quiet girls, she has done her part to make our band a great success. Serious minded and musical, her future is certain to be bright. Dark clouds will never keep her down. THOMAS JENNINGS Women delight me not Cadets 2, 3 Courteous, thoughtful, neat and studious Tommy is one of the few boys to always find his name on the honor roll. Keep up the good work and do your best in every- thing you undertake. BARBARA JOHNSON Good natured, pleasant and winning Your life with joy will be brimming Girl Reserves 2, 3, 4 Blue and White Staff 4 Band 2, 3, 4 Year Book Staff 4 A sociable girl with a winning smile Barb has a host of loyal friends. She is sincere in all matters from the smallest to the most important. We all join in giving Barbara a well deserved cheer. ROGER JONES Good things come in small packages Football 3, 4 Baseball 2, 3, 4 Basketball 4 Lieutenant Cadets 2, 3, 4 Treasurer 4 The memory of Roger ' s spectacular football playing will live forever in the memories of his classmates. Our class became prosperous while he served as treasurer and his active school life has brought him many friends. Good going, Roger. JOAN JOYCE Lovely to look at, delightful to know Girls ' A. A. 2 Senior Play 4 Girl Reserves 2, 3, 4 Joanie merits our absolute approval. This gal not only has a zest for life and flashes a winning smile but she can also knit a mean sweater. Her sparkling personality makes her one of our most popular lassies. You ' ll never be with- out a friend, Joanie. 30 1943 Edward F. Searles High School DOROTHY KEIGHLEY Happy and gay she goes on her way Girls ' A. A. 2 Tall, fair and beaming Dottie has by her quiet, agree- able manner won many true friends. Dotty ' s marks are really something to shout about but she is a girl who does no shouting. Stay as nice to know as you are and you ' ll always be happy. PATRICIA KENNEDY Merrily, merrily, I shall live now Senior Play 4 Girl Reserves 4 Full of wit and fun is Pat, the inimitable, with a spark- ling eye, dancing feet, and a sweet song! Her notorious Zoot Suit in the Red Cross Minstrel Show and her art- ful Ann in the Senior Play stole her audience ' s heart just as Pat, herself, has stolen ours. JOHN KENYON Joy have I had Basketball 4 Baseball 4 Cadets 2, 3 John is the easy-going type of fellow in school work but where there is excitement he is liable to be in the middle of it. Keep on being so amusing and your friends will never have a dull moment when you ' re around. Good luck, John. THERESA KING With a touch of gaiety about her Girls A. A. 2, 3, 4 Theresa is one of our more quiet friends but one from whom a giggle emerges once in a while. Although we have not heard what Theresa has decided on for her future career, we are certain that she will have success. LILLIAN KUDRNWCY Mischief sparkles in her eyes Girls A. A. 2, 3, 4 A most amiable girl is Lil, who has a friendly smile for everyone. Her calm and easy disposition make her a girl worth knowing. May you ever be the same happy- go-lucky Lil, powering people with your infectious smile. 31 Edward F. Searles Hk;ii School 1943 HAROLD LAMBERT Music hath charms Orchestra 2, 3, 4 Harold is a boy who deals very seriously with all his activities in an out of school. As a musician he is tops . He has already won recognition right here in M.H.S. We wish you much success in your musical career. GRACE LANGILLE I have had companions in my youthful school-days Girls A. A. 2 Girl Reserves 4 Blue and White 4 Grace is an interesting companion who is a welcome ad- dition to any group. Grace ' s friendliness, smile, and per- sonality are well known in the class of ' 43. You are bound to reach your goal. FERNANDE LAVIGNE Quietness is best Fernande, one of our seemingly quiet Seniors, likes her share of fun as well as anyone else. Quietness has proved an asset to her, winning her many friends. We prophesy great achievements for her in the business world. JOHN LENOTTE For he ' s a jolly good fellow In school life, John seems to be an all around man. You may find him anywhere, doing practically anything. For this reason he is a familial- figure in all circles of our school life. VIRGINIA LINTON Ever faithful, ever sure Girls ' A. A. 2 Virginia is one of our tall, dark-haired girls. She took the home nursing course taught by Mrs. Skillings and we wish her luck in her nursing career. 32 1943 Edward F. Searles High School RUTH ELEANOR LODGE Happy and gay she goes on her way Girls A. A. 2 Girl Reserves 3, 4 Senior Play Sweet smile, and sunny disposition, these are the char- acteristics of Eleanor. She did some very fine acting in the Senior Play. What she will do when she graduates she has not made known, but we know that she will make a suc- cess of whatever she does. GEORGE LOWE Modest youth with hidden pride Cadets 2, 3 George is a very quiet boy, but nevertheless he is popu- lar throughout the school. He is a hard worker. Best wishes, George. SHIRLEY DOROTHY LOWELL Merry heart goes all the day Girls A. A. She has been found to be a very loyal friend. She has not informed us of her future plans, but we ' ll all join in wishing her the best of everything. LEONA AGNES LUTZ Success is won by honest toil Girl Reserves 2, 3, 4 Girls ' A. A. 2 Blue and White 4 Quiet and obliging she has won for herself the admira- tion of all her classmates. She is a hard and efficient worker. We all know that she will be successful in the years to come. NORMA JEAN MACFARLANE Sincere and modest, success is for her Girls A. A. 2 Norma is another of those quiet girls at school. Her sincerity and courtesy will aid her greatly in life. Good luck, Norma. 33 Ki Ki) F. Searles 1 Ik; i i S hooi 1943 DONALD J. MACK Earnest and diligent — success is his Baseball 3, 4 Band 2, 3, 4 Basketball 4 Year Book Committee 4 Don is one of our active students. He is a gifted musi- cian, and he also plays a good game of basketball. We wish you all the success, Don. JOHN DONALD MACKAY Somebody said it couldn ' t he done But he with a chuckle replied That maybe it coudn ' t but he would be one Who wouldn ' t say so till he ' d tried it Basketball 2 Track 2, 3, 4 Football Manager 4 Cadets 2, 3 Donald is better known as Buddie. His personality makes him popular with all the pupils in our school. Buddie has not told us his ambition, but whatever it may be, we wish him tons of success in it. DOROTHY MACLEOD Laugh and be merry Girl Reserves 2, 3, 4 Girls ' A. A. 2, 3, 4 Dot , one of our apparently quiet seniors, likes her share of fun as well as anyone else. We hope the way will be smooth for you, Dot. IDA MALOOTIAN ' I love the life I live Band 2, 3, 4 Blue and White 4 Girl Reserves 2 Basketball 2, 3, 4 Orchestra Our petite Ida, with a smile on her lips and a twinkle in her eyes, is bound for a successful future. Ida ' s excel- lent work in the band during high school has proved her musical ability. You should do excellent work in your career, Ida. DORIS CLAIRE MARCHAND She may look quiet, but look again Girl Reserves 2, 3, 4 Girls ' A. A. 2, 3, 4 Doris seems to be one of those persons who can get along with anybody. Keep your pleasant disposition, Doris, and you ' ll get along. 34 1943 Edward F. Searles High School MERTON MARGOLIS Modest youth with hidden pride Cadets 2, 3; Quartermaster 4 Basketball 2 Track 2 Merton has never said much during his years of high school. He is a very efficient and hard worker. Good luck, Merton. MABEL MASTORAKIS Good at work, good at play Orchestra 2, 3, 4 Mabel is one of our quiet members of the senior class. She takes her studies very seriously. We all know tha t she will be successful in the years to come. ESTHER I. McCLINTOCK Busy, busy, all the time Girls ' A. A. 2 Esther, a seemingly quiet girl, has proved to be a very good friend to those who know her well. We hope you progress in the outside world just as well as you have in school. PHYLLIS A. McGUIRE Tiny — but good things come in small packages Girl Reserves 2, 3, 4 Girls A. A. 2, 3, 4 Snooks pep and personality are responsible for the popularity she enjoys. Smartly dressed at all times, she is indeed an asset to her class. Keep that pep Snooks. CHARLOTTE McILLWAIN Sincerity is a fine quality Girls ' A. A. 2 Charlotte is well liked by all of her classmates. She hasn ' t said what she is going to do in the near future, but we are all sure she ' ll be a success at whatever she does. 35 Edward F. Searles High School 1943 Band 3, Girls, A. EUGENIA M. MeKENNA Popularity is power Senior Play Committee 2 Girl Reserves 2, 3, 4 She is one of our very pleasant seniors with a touch of neatness, a cheery smile. May you always keep your winning ways, Mac. HELEN MELNICKI She may look quiet, but look again Girl Reserves 4 Gills ' A. A. 2 While Helen is another one of those quiet girls at school, her many friends know her as a gay, fun-loving pal. Nevertheless, she does take her studies quite seriously, and will, we are sure, be a perfect stenographer. ROBERT E. MORENCY Mischief lurks in his eyes Cadets 2, 3 To outsiders Bob appears to be quiet, but his friends know him to be fun loving. We ' ve seen you skiing, too, Bob; you do well. Success to you. ARLENE V. MORRISON Quiet but efficient Girls ' A. A. 2 A ready smile and a cheerful personality. Arlene is a quiet and unassuming person with a friendly, cheerful manner. We wish you good luck, Arlene. MARGARET PATRICIA MOYNIHAN Life is a song Basketball 2, 3 Girls ' A. A. 2, 3, 4 Peg is the young lady whom Mr. Ellwell delights in leasing. She is talkative and wants to be a nurse. Peg could charm her patients into getting well. 36 1943 Edward F. Searles High School MARGARET THERESE MURPHY Make haste slowly Girls ' A. A. 2 Blue and White 4 We understand that Margaret is going to teachers ' college and we wish her the best of luck. She has the manner which suits the life of a teacher. MARY LOUISE NORCIA Good at work, good at play Girls A. A. 2 Mary has a quiet disposition. Those fortunate enough to gain her confidence, feel the effect of her true friend- ; h-p. Good luck, Mary! -a cJ FRED JOHN NUTTON Success is won by honest toil Blue and White 4 Senior Play Committee 4 Cadets 2, 3 Fred is a hard and efficient worker. Good luck, Fred, and may you travel the road of success. HUGH DANIEL O ' ROURKE Let the world slide Cadets 2, 3 Basketball 3 . Baseball Football 4 Ring Committee 3 Hugh is a friendly, humorous fellow who is apt at athletics, but not at studies. His jollity has brought forth many a laugh. Good luck, Hugh. HELEN C. PANAZUK True to work, word and friend Girls ' A. A. 2 Zukey is a quiet, unassuming person with a friendly, cheerful manner. She does well in shorthand; we are cer- tain of her success as a stenographer. 37 Edward K. Searles Hicii School 1943 ALPHONSE J. PANKAUSKI Never I 1 1 - a minute Cadets 2, 3; Major 4 Always busy, studious, is Al. He makes us wonder if he ever sets angry. Good luck, Al. LOIS PATRICIA PATNAUDE A little work, a great deal of play Girls ' A. A. 2, 3, 4 Gill Reserves 2, 3, 4 Ring Committee 3 Picture Committee 4 Patty is the girl who gets all her studying done in the few minutes before school begins. She is very popu- lar with her class. Smooth going, Patty! ANNIE PEATE ' Play up, play up, and play the game Year Book Committee 4 Picture Committee 4 Basketball 2, 3; Captain 4 Girls ' A. A. 2, 4 Annie is a person of great athletic ability, proven by the fact that she is the captain of the basketball team. A girl with a pleasing personality and a kind word for all. She is a real credit to her class. LAURETTA N. PELCIIAT Success is hers Band 3 Girls ' A. A. 2 Loretta is an ambitious student. Her neatness, courtesy, and sincerity will no doubt aid her greatly in life. DONALD EMIL PETZOLD Ready, willing, and able Cadets 2, 3, 4 Donald is a quiet boy, but his smile always scores a hit. He is liked by all, and is very likely to succeed after graduating. 38 1943 Edward F. Searles High School Girls ' A. A. SHIRLEY PHAIR Always a word for everyone 2, 3 We have not been informed of your future plans, Shirley, but we wish you success and happiness in whatever path you choose. Her friendship means a lot to those who knew her. PAULINE A. PLAYDON Silence speaks for itself Always willing to give anyone a helping hand. She has a runny disposition. May great accomplishments be yours, I auline. MURIEL Y. POULIN A merry heart doeth good like a medicine Girls ' A. A. 2 She may seem a bit quiet and reserved in school, but we hear she is a live wire outside. She plans to become a nurse. We know she will take good care of those who need her. ALICE MAY RAMSKILL Charming in every sense of the word Girls A. A. Girl Reserves 3, 4 Alice enjoys life in a comparatively quiet manner. That observation is based on her activities at school, but who knows about autre fois? RICHARD PETER RAVGIALA Mischief lurks in his eyes Cadets 2, 3 Senior Play Dick is a boy who is headed somewhere. His genial, care- free manner must be what makes him so popular. Mis- chievous and fun-loving, he is sure to satisfy any person he should meet. 39 Edward F. Seari i s High School 1943 HELEN MARIE RICHARDS Sociable and pleasant, alway ready to laugh Helen is one of our most ambitious students. Her cour- tesy and sincerity will make us always remember her. We wish you luck in future years, Helen. HERBERT EDWARD RIPLEY Come play with me Cadets 2, 3 Year Book Staff Blue and White 4 Herb ' s personality makes a hit with all who know him. He is one of our most popular students. Industrious and intellectual, Herb will always find success and happiness. CLAYTON CLARENCE RITTER He is wise who talks but little Cadets 2, 3 Clayton has a cheery disposition and a contagious spirit of friendliness. He is always willing to help a fellow class- mate. We know that he will succeed. RICHARD CHARLES ROGERS Something to think about Cadets 2, 3, 4 Baseball 3, 4 Senior Play 4 Beano is a humor-loving boy. He helps out with every- thing as soon as he gets wind of it. Keep on punching and you ' ll get somewhere, Beano. FRANCIS EDWARD ROONEY A man of few words is he Cadets 2, 3 Basketball 2 Baseball 2 Francis is a rather quiet lad — noted for his frequent trips to Maine. By the way, Frannie hopes to become a doctor. 40 1943 Edward F. Searles High School SYLVIA MAY RUSHFORTH Lovely to look at and — Girl Reserves 2, 3, 4 Girls ' A. A. 2, 3, 4 Blue and White Sylvia is a hard worker. She kept us laughing with the jokes in the Blue and White. Sylvia plans to be an interior decorator. Good luck, Sylvia. LILLY FRANCES RUSSELL Quietness is a virtue Lilly, although one of our quietest members, has proved to be an earnest student with great possibilities. Her ambition, however, is to teach piano. We wish you every success, Lilly. VENIRA SCANDURA She looks on life with quiet eyes Venira seems quiet but is really full of fun. Her person- ality and pleasing character should prove useful to her after she leaves school. JOHN JOSEPH SCANNELL The lad with the ' 41 Chevie Cadets 3, 4 John was quite a spoil until gas rationing took effect, but he still gets around. We hope to have him for our milkman someday. ELIZABETH LEE SCHUBERT Merrily as the day is long 2, 3, 4 Girl Reserves 2, 3, 4 Girls ' A. A. Blue and White Staff This small, quiet girl is known to most of us as Libby . Her friendly manner to classmates and her cooperative at- titude have made her a desirable student. 41 |j) hi F. Searles Hk;ii School 1943 BARBARA EILEEN STACY A green-eyed blonde as bright as a dollar Girls ' A. A. 2 Girl Reserves 2, 3, 4 Barbara is tiny but very active. She has a pleasant per- sonality which has won her a host of friends. She ' ll make a wonderful nurse. I BARBARA RUTH STEELE Silence is golden Gills ' A. A. 2 Barbara is one of our quiet, modest girls, but one can ' t help noticing her shy, sweet nature. This, coupled with her gay disposition, will make her successful. LOUISE CLAIRE STROEHLA She may seem quiet, but look again Louise — sometimes quiet — or full of fun. Lou has many friends who admire her for her pleasant personality and friendly disposition. She ' s the kind of a girl everybody likes. EDITH MARION STUART Witty, lively and full of fun Girl Reserves 3 Girls ' A. A. 4 Edith, from all outward appearances, seems to be rather quiet, but her very close friends know her to be overflowing with fun. May you succeed in whatever you undertake. IRVING SWEENY A light heart lives long Cadets 2, 3 Irving, gay and lighthearted, can be seen almost any- time running busily around the school. He takes things easy and always ends on the right side. 42 1943 Edward F. Searles High School Band CARLO ANTHONY TABELLABIO A mental wizard is he 2, 3, 4 Year Book Committee Carlie takes a great interest in the Scientific world. He will someday become a great man. RAFFI TAKESIAN For he ' s a jolly good fellow Cadets 2, 3 Raffi is a quiet boy, but he likes his fun. When you get together with him, he can provide you with an enjoy- able argument. Keep it up, Raffi! MINNIE TSACKLE Giggle and the world giggles with you Girls ' A. A. 2, 3, 4 Minnie is one of those girls who always has a smile for you. She is gay and light-hearted, taking things as they come. WALTER TUMINOWSKI A smooth surface often marks a swift stream Cadets 2, 3 Adjutant 4 Baseball 4 Football 3 A handsome fellow, Walt certainly looks sharp in his cadet uniform. He is much interested in Military Science. Hope you succeed, Walt. ROBERTA LILLIAN TURNER She walks in beauty Girls ' A. A. Senior Play Bertie ' s friendly personality has attracted friends where- ever she has been. She has come to be one of the most popular girls at school. We wish you luck at college, Bertie. 43 Edward F. Searles High School 1943 KUTII JKAN VOTER As sweet as apple pie Blue and White 4 Ruthie can only be described as sweet. Her lovely dis- position has given her countless friends, and her cheery smiles are welcomed by everyone. DOROTHY WEINIIOLD Her disposition is charming Girls ' A. A. 2, 3 Dottie is a wonderful person to know. She has a pleasant disposition and greets everybody with a pleasing smile. She will be remembered as a friend of everybody. DOROTHY EVELYN WENTZEL Quiet, but efficient We rarely see Dot without a friend or two laughing and smiling. Her cheerfulness will be an asset in what- ever she undertakes in the future. COLBY SMITH WETMORE A man of few words is he Cadets 2, 3 Captain 4 Colby is a captain in our Cadet Corps and a good one too. He makes the boys really step it up. It looks as if he will follow his brother into the Marines. S . RUTHE DOROTHY WHITE True Blue Girls ' A. A. 2 Student Council Class Treasurer Editor of Blue and White 4 Cheer Leader 3, 4 Year Book Committee 4 Her constant smile brightens even the darkest corners of M.H.S. A valuable supporter, she has served on numer- ous committees and has been welcome everywhere. 44 1943 Edward F. Searles High School RAYMOND HERBERT WHITEHEAD Always a sport ' ' Football 2, 3, 4 Track 3 2, 3 Student Council 2, 3 Band Baseball 4 Ray is an all-around sportsman, not only in school but outside also. Ray is very popular, and does he wow the girls! You ' ll go far, Ray. HELEN EVA WILSON Happy as a lark Helen is a happy-go-lucky girl who takes things as they come. She enjoys a good laugh and is always ready to give one. Good luck, Helen. PERCY ALEXANDER WILSON He is funny like a bunny Cadets 2, 3 Blue and White 4 Perc was very popular before he went to N.H.U. We used to like to hear him tell Mr. Brown and Mr. Bagnell how he thought the problem should be worked. There was never a dull moment with him around. EDGAR SHERMAN WOODBURN Quiet, but full of fun Cadets 2, 3 Aide 4 Senior Play Few people really know him. On top he appears quiet and innocent. Underneath, he is witty and humorous. He makes a real friend. MARION WORTHY Good nature is the beauty of the mind Girls ' A. A. 2 Marion is a quiet girl who has many friends. She is always ready to do a good turn. Keep on and you ' ll succeed, Marion. 45 Ki kd F. Searles High School 1943 ROSE ANN YAG11MOORIAN Full of vim and vigor Girls ' A. A. 2 Rose Ann, efficient in her studies, friendly in manner, leaves behind an excellent record of capability and char- acter for others to follow. Always smiling, she could brighten up any dull classroom. FRANK HERMAN ZACII ARIAS With a smile from ear to ear Cadets 2, 3 Frank is a good sport and a willing friend. He is always ready to help out in any instance. He knows how to crack a joke at the right time. AGNES ZIEBA Petite and charming Girls ' A. A. 3, 4 Cheer Leader Blue and White 4 Introducing Agnes, with her beautiful flaxen hair laughing mischievous eyes. Always in a gay mood, has lightened up her path to success. and she DAVID E. YOUNG A dillar, a dollar; this man is a scholar Blue and White 3, 4 Football the best of Dave was one of the best of friends and students of M.H.S. He left us to go to Tufts. We hope you succeed in your work, Dave. 46 1943 Edward F. Searles High School Qskaduatum, biActfiq,e,rrvejnJtd 1943 GRADUATION HONORS Valedictorian Salutatorian Dorothy Keighley Ethel Hoelzel CLASS DAY Ivy Oration Class History Class Poem Class Song Class Prophecy Class Will President ' s Address Carlo Tabellario Ruth White Fred Nutton Words, Ruth White Music, Harold Lambert Ruth Voter Raymond Whitehead Ruth Dean Robert Hambleton Frank Adamson 47 Ki m I. Seari es IIk. ii School 1943 McUidtict Siinlriii w ho has done the most Pretties! Girl (Queen) Handsomest l!oy (king) Mosl Popular Girl Most Popular l o Most Sociable Girl Most Sociable Boy Most Athletic Girl Most Athletic Boy Neatest Girl Neatest Boy Girl Most Likely to Succeed Boy Most Likely to Succeed Best All-Around Girl Best All-Around Boy Best Dressed Girl Class Sheik Class Baby Girl Class Baby Boy- Class Blonde Class Redhead Class Cutie Class Flirt Class Gigolo Class Angel Class Brute Class Musician for the school Ruth I ean Phyllis McGuire Walter I uminowski Margaret Moynihan Frank Adamson Ruth Voter Whitney Hager Annie Peate Roger Jones Doreen Gagnon Melvin Clamp Ruth Dean Carlo Tabbellario Margaret Moynihan Frank Adamson Audrey Guthrie Melvin Clamp Virginia Burke Richard Ravgiala Agnes Zieba Barbara Blouin Phyllis McGuire Claire Abercrombie Melvin Clamp Thomas Jennings Donald Mack Harold Lambert 1943 Edward F. Searles High School Class Einstein Class Ginger Rogers (Dancer ) Class Fred Astaire (Dancer) Mexican Athlete (Bull Thrower) Class Woman Hater Class Man Hater Class Giggler Class Shark Class Dude Class Chiseler Class Peppiest Class Busiest Noisiest Girl Noisiest Boy Quietest Girl Quietest Boy Hardest to Rattle Master of Sarcasm Faculty Pet Mutt and Jeff Edwarc Class Jester Most Courteous Perfect Lover Best Liked Teacher Class Loud Speaker Most Optimistic Class Actress Class Sleepiest Most Talkative Class Walking Dictionary Carlo Tabellario Eugenia McKenna Donald Mackay William Beier Thomas Jennings Lilly Russell Phyllis McGuire Melvin Clamp Melvin Clamp Hugh O ' Rourke Margaret Moynihan Alphonse Pankauski Virginia George George Cox Arlene Barden Francis Rooney Alphonse Pankauski Louise Fox Frank Adamson Bilapka and Roger Jones Percy Wilson Alphonse Pankauski Frank Adamson Mr. John Bagnell Virginia George Herbert Ripley Patricia Kennedy Edward DeFrates Irene Hoffman Carlo Tabellario 49 Edwakd I-. Si i;i es Hi ' . ii Si hool 1943 Q£aM Utitoty, ) HE historj of the I lass of I ' M.! i- unlike the narrative records of pre- m m ious ears. Our class, not unfortunate, hul proud of the lask be- WSS stowed upon inn chosen generation in a world at war, has been affected by the ictorj Campaign, and the patriotic fervor which, since December 7th, I ' M I. lias surrounded these ivy-covered walls. In the heart of ever) graduate is the desire I ' m a lasting, enduring peace. We are the citizens of tomorrow; we shall fight for the preservation of democracy! - bewildered Sophomores, we unaware of these realities, and of the dis- turbing clouds ahead, as we entered this enchanting Castle of Knowledge in the fall of 1940. Our anxieties diminished as we became accustomed to the helpful, encouraging teachers: and we enthusiastically delved into our studies with earnest efforts. Our first assembly on the lawn was held on a sunny September day for the purpose of electing class officers. Frank Atlam- son was elected as president: William Bunting, vice-president; Ruth Dean, ecrelary; and Sidney Scarth, treasurer. Ruth White and Claire Abercrom- bie were chosen to serve on the Student Council. We were officially welcomed into the High School by the senior class in October at the Sophomore Reception. Dancing and refreshments were en- joyed by all. In March, we held the Sophomore Party which proved to be a success, and a credit to all serving on the entertainment and refreshment committees. Dancing was enjoyed to the music of Tommy Sousa and his orchestra. With renewed vigor we commenced our junior year. Frank Aclamson was re-elected president; Whitney Hager, vice-president; Ruth Dean, sec- retary, and Ruth White, treasurer. Raymond Whitehead and Harry Harris were selected to represent our class at the Student Council. We shall never forget the morning of December 8th, 1941. In our His- J tory classes we listened to the Declaration of War by President Roosevelt and the Congress over the radio. This eventful day changed many of the chosen careers of our classmates. At this period our hearts were also saddened at the sudden death of Miss Lord, the Dean of Girls, who for so long had guided us with friendly en- couragement. Despite the sorrowful atmosphere, and the prediction of a troubled fu- ture, we held the annual Junior Party in February at the Central School hall. 50 1943 Edward F. Searles High School Red and white valentine decorations and baloons comprised a colorful back- ground for dancing. Music was provided by Carron ' s Orchestra. Time sped on; and the Class Ring was chosen by a capable committee. The simplicity and charm of the plain-gold Victory ring, with the tra- ditional Searles tower mounting captivated the hearts of everyone. Our rings won the envious admiration of both upper and lower classmates. As the months quickly flew by, we eagerly anticipated the presentation of the Washington and Franklin medal for excellency in American history. Because of the conservation of metal, a certificate, as equally important as the medal, was awarded to Carlo Tabellario. The other honor students re- ceiving history books were Ethel Hoelzel and David Young. The scrap-metal drives began at the close of our junior year. Silk stock- ings, keys, books and Red Cross articles were also collected in each of the home-rooms. The Collection drives were assuredly and patriotically suc- cessful. Before we realized it our junior year came quickly to a close. We were Seniors — Seniors who were now seriously striving for higher goals, aims and ambitions. We resolved to improve and advance the capacity of know- ledge that we already had received in our sophomore and junior years. With this challenge before us, we entertained the sophomore class at a re- ception held at the Central School hall. A grand march, led by the senior and sophomore class officers was featured during the evening. Music for dancing was furnished by Al Michael and his orchestra. Our next social event, the Senior Play, was successfully presented in De- cember at the Central School hall. Young Barry was directed by Miss Alice Littlejohn, while John Barry, the leading man received top honors for his remarkable performance. Meanwhile the senior girls had been aiding the local Red Cross Chapter by making surgical sponges and bandages at the Nevins Home. Our school had been practicing air-raid drills, and as a result, we managed to learn to clear the building in two minutes. Despite the shortage of gasoline and tires, we held the Senior Party, ad- vocating the use of shank ' s mare for transportation. As the dance was in the form of a Campus Party, we wore our flashiest sport clothes. Betty Jane Cnosson was chosen Campus Queen; music for dancing was provided by Russ Matheson. After this enjoyable event, we realized that the days until graduation were numbered, and we launched our magazine drive, which proved to be more 51 I H kd F. m ki i - llii.ii S iiool 1943 successful than an) other year, thus cutting down the price of our Year Book. March brought the . ' Tili Vnnual Military Ball. Majpr Uphonse I ' ankau- ki and Henrietta Busta led the spectacular grand march. Company , under Colb) elniore. won die drill competition. The colorful formal gowns and the blue military uniforms were quickly combined on the dance- floor when Roland Russell began his sophisticated rhythmns. t this time many of our classmates who were planning to attend college acquired their diplomas earlier, and left their senior year to he- in the early college semesters. Others took the Army and Navy tests, and enlisted prior to their graduation. We also began our War Stamp and Bond drive, and in our first week raised approximately $950.00 for victory. The walls of our school were covered with posters urging us to buy, and buy again. We patriotically and generously responded. As our senior days were drawing to a close, it came time to elect a repre- sentative for the Daughters of the American Revolution Convention held an- nuallv in Boston. Ruth Dean, our class secretary for the past four years, was chosen for her good citizenship. Our last social event, the Senior Prom, was held in the Central School hall. This semi-formal affair will constantly linger in our memories in the days to come. Now we have reached the end of our quest. We must leave behind this beautiful ivy-covered edifice, and its pleasant memories, and face the world alone. We cannot foretell the uncertain future. In a world at war, we shall march onward and upward until we have attained peace, success, and happiness. — Ruth White 52 1943 Edward F. Searles High School udA 9AopAzcy, TIME: 1953 Scene I: Parking place for planes Scene II: Hospital Scene III: On the way to the restaurant Scene IV: At the restaurant SCENE 1 Ruth: Ray! What a surprise to see you! Ray: Hi, Ruth; pretty nice airport Mert Margolis has here. I see his chief mechanics are Dick Hill, George Lowe, William Arnold and Billy Beier. Ruth: Yes; I notice your plane is the same model as mine. Did you know they were designed by the Barry and Woodburn Company? Helen Melnicki and Helen Panazuk are secretaries, while Barbara Bleakley and Josephine Bistany work as bookkeepers. Roy: Yes, so I heard. By the way, where are you going? Ruth: Oh, I ' m on my way to see Beano Rogers at the hospital. They tell me he ' s swallowed too many of George Cox ' s vitamin pills. Ray: What a coincidence! I ' m going there, too. Dr. Dave Young told me Beano was pretty sick. Shall we go? SCENE 2 Ruth : Why, there ' s Ethel Hoelzel at the desk. She and Barbara John son are the head nurses. Ray: Beano ' s been telling me that Virginia Burke and Peg Moynihan keep the pulses high with the male patients, and Ruth Bernard, Eleanor Lodge, and Barrels Fox have the doctors wondering what the world is coming to. Ruth: So I ' ve heard, but they ' re not the only ones that wear the white caps. Mary Norcia, Clara Haddad, and Shirley Lowell work in near-by hospitals. You ' ll never guess who else has turned to nursing; none other than Edith Gelt and Ruthie Chadwick. Ra : Here ' s a list of the Staff: look, Judy Hill is the dietician and Carlo Tabellario, the head chemist. He has some good assistants, too. Edith Stewart, Bill Bunting, and Kay Elliott help him in his work. 53 Km ni) I . Si i;i i - High Si h 1943 Ruth: So this is where Herb Ripley works. I ' ve heard thai he special- izes in experimenting with rabbits, being a good friend of Perc ' s. Bob Hoelzel, Colin etmore, Kddie Eaton and Bob Morenc) arc on the list as doctors. Ray: Here - a box from Sam Chivaro ' s flower shop on this table outside Heath) s room. Let S go in quietl) and see if he ' s awake. I guess we ' re out of luck: lies sleeping. Ruth: He certainl) hasn ' t changed a bit, has he, Ray? Did you see the hook he had on his table l Hughie O ' Rourke, How to Keep Your IMone) in Six Kas Lessons. Ray: I noticed that, too, and did you see the pictures of Cissy Barrett, Pat Kennedy, and Marie Greco? Beano sure can pick them. Ruth: I ' m glad to be away from that stuffy place. I ' d much rather be out here with Boh Eaton and his gorgeous garden. Ray: Notice shy John Scannell going in the service entrance. He ' s still carrying on the milk business; and isn ' t that Eddie DeFrates leaving with an empty egg hasket? Ruth: It looks like him. There ' s the new housing project we ' ve heard so much about. The constructors, Bistany and Harris, have Julius Hmiel- owski, Harleem Hajjar, and John Lenotte as foremen. Virginia Linton, Glenis Allatt, Mary Arzoorian, and Rose Ann Yaghmoorian try to keep them out of debt and a few feet away from Bill Fleming, the sheriff. SCENE 3 Ray: Let ' s walk down town. Here ' s Melvin Clamp and Irving Sweeney ' s Dress Shop. Whom do you think they have working as models? — Gloria Brothers, Doreen Gagnon, Alice Ramskill, and Phyl McGuire! Ruth: Yes, and Billie Harnisch, Joan Joyce, Betty Beek and Barbara Blouin design the unusual creations. Ray: 1 hear that Agnes Zieba and Freda Issenberg are responsible for the artistic displays, which draw such crowds to the windows. Patty Pat- naude, Pop Jackson and Audrey Guthrie do the merchandising. Ruth: Isn ' t it remarkable that such a store should have so many of our classmates working in it? Ray: Yes — Margaret Murphy designs all of their ads that appear in the nation-wide magazine, published by Charlotte DeArville and Fernande Lavigne. Speaking of ads, look at that one over there, advertising Frank Zacharias ' and Clayton Ritter ' s restaurant. Virginia Abbott ' s All-Girl Or- chestra plays for them. 54 1943 Edward F. Searles High School Ruth: Ida Malootian, Rose Janian, Charlotte Mcllwain and Mabel Mas- torakis are in the orchestra, while Loretta Pelchat sings and Eugenia McKenna dances. Ray: That sounds pretty good. Let ' s go there for supper. SCENE 4 Ruth: Don ' t I hear Irene Hoffman ' s giggles? Ray: Yes, she ' s there with Gertrude Hilbert, Louise Stroehla, and Leona Lutz. Ruth: Did you notice Thomas Jennings, the cashier, as we came in, and don ' t you recognize those waitresses? Ray: They are Virginia George, Dorothy MacLeod, Doris Marchand, and Pauline Playdon. Ruth: I Haven ' t seen Helen Richards and Arlene Boehm for ages. Ray: Well, there they are, and so are Vera Avedisian, Shirley Bahan and Lorraine Daigle. Ruth: Speaking of waitresses, whom have Frank Adamson and Whitney Hagar employed in their night-club? Ray : Frank told me that Ernestine Cowan, Muriel Poulin, and Alice Breton work there, with glamorous Teresa King as head waitress to draw the crowds. Ruth: Sylvia Rushforth is the hostess, and I ' ve seen Flo-Dixie Hartung and her guitar advertized as being the guest performer. Ray: Arlene Annalaro, Beatrice Budron, and Shirley Phair keep the club ' s accounts straight. Claire Abercrombie and Bob Hambleton. along with Dot Chivall and her one and only, are steady customers. Ruth: Yes, and Eddie Bilapka still thinks that Variety is the spice of life. Ray: I ' ve quite often noticed Mrs. Charlie Bell (the former Ruth White) there with her husband. Ruth: Don Petzold and Barbara Stacy are another couple who seem to be enjoying themselves immensely. Rar: Someone has left a newspaper here on the seat beside me. Ruth: Lucky for us! — Look, Dorothy Keighley is Editor in chief. She has certainly been successful. Ray: I ' ll say, and two others that have been are Alphonse Pankauski and Walter Tuminowski. They have both followed the military line and are now generals. Ruth: Gosh, I didn ' t know that! Bernice Jackson and Roberta Turner 65 l.nu Mil) F. Si ki i s High S 1943 are well-known actresses. Roberta has been vet) successful, combining her acting with singing. Ray: It sa here that Fred Brainerd and Howie Crowther arc pilots for a Transcontinental Company. Ruth: Did you see this write-up oJ Boogie Lambert, Peter DeFelice, and lonimic Chadwick playing in Boogie ' s Swing Hand? Say, look at this piece about Dick Ravgiala. It seems that he ' s still up to his same old tricks. He think- nstralia is South Africa, I guess, because he ' s been con- victed of bigamy with two Vustralian debs. Ray: How our friends do come along! Let ' s turn to the sport page. Larry Kershaw usual ly has some good articles. Here ' s something about Roger Jones. Ruth: Oh yes, he, Donald Mack, Raffi Takesian and John Kenyon are playing baseball in the Big League now. Ray: Speaking of ball-players, Annie Peate has organized a Softball team with Lillian Farley, Minnie Tsakle, Lillian Kudronwcy, and Venira Scandura. Ruth: There ' s an article on Francis Rooney in this corner. I didn ' t know he was a high-jumper, did you? Ray: Yes, and Howard Dyke is making a name for himself as a runner. Ruth: Now let ' s turn to the Society page. I never miss Libby Schubert and Arlene Barden ' s column. I see Elsie Arnold, Barbara Steele and Esther McClintock are on the list of Happy-Weds. Ray: Here ' s an article advertising Carl DeLucia ' s Sweetheart Chicken Farm, and another one advertising Pauline Bulger ' s Petit Pet Place. Ruth: Oh, I ' ve been there; she has Dot Weinhold and Evelyn Haddad helping her. Lillian Habeeb does the Bookkeeping. It ' s just the place to take a sick lizard. And did you notice these poems by Phyllis Houghton and Fred Nutton? By the way, Ruth Dean is head librarian at Nevins. Ray: I saw her a few days ago. She said that Norma Macfarlane and Lilly Russell teach in the high school. Lucille Cordeau teaches French, and Grace Langille tries to teach the new generation how not to be like their parents. Ruth: That reminds me of the secretarial school run by Marion Worthy and Helen Wilson. Several of the girls we knew at high school are in- structors. Among them are Arlene Morrison, Dot Wentzel, and Dot Black. Ray: Yes, and I think Lorraine Bistany and Gladys Hadfield are sec- retaries in the school. 56 1943 Edward F. Searles High School Ruth: Remember Anson Cooke? Ray: Sure, he ' s manager of W M H S Broadcasting Station. He al- ways had a bug for radio. Ruth: I ' ll never forget Donald Mackay and his questions in our chem- istry class. He ' s a dentist now, isn ' t he? Ray: So I ' ve discovered. Forester Percy Wilson made the front page with his new invention, the square tree. Ruth: Square tree? Ray: Yes, it ' s supposed to revolutionize the lumbering business. Ruth: It ' s getting late, and I must be going home. I have to wake up early tomorrow and report to work as a medical secretary. Ray: And I ' m due back to the airport for my ten-o ' clock flight for Australia. Ruth: Goodbye. Ray: ' Bye. Ruth Voter Raymond Whitehead 57 Ij un I. Si i;i i - Hi ' . n S( ii .i i 1943 9A y, OAaiian w E arc assembled here to plant the symbolic ivy. Today, the planting (.1 the i vine is not simpl) a class tradition, it is the hope of this class for a better world after the conflict. It is fitting at this lime to make a comparison between the i and our democracy. The ivy vine has been very carefully nurtured until the time when it is ready to stand alone. Even though it is supposedly capable of sustaining itself, it still must be protected long enough to allow the plant to become accustomed to its new environment. fler the short breaking in period is over, the ivy will flourish. Ten- drils will shoot out from the vine and attach themselves securely to any lodging in the stone wall. As new vines appear, new tendrils will spring forth to grasp a projection or foothold. Neither tendril is able to hold the vines, but many tendrils, each doing its share, will support the vine under adverse conditions. s the years go by, the vines will cover more and more of the surface. Then the day will come when the ivy has covered the entire wall. The luxurious growth of ivy will add dignity to the wall, and will serve as an inspiration to future students. Even as the small ivy was nurtured, so must democracy be carefully cared for. Basic principles of democracy may be inculcated in the mind of a small child. Through the years when the child is growing, the principles must be kept alive continually, — not intermittently. After these primary steps are accomplished, the child will think in terms of democratic tenets. Soon the child may take these tenets for granted. Now it must be remembered that for these same fundamental truths, men, women, and children are dying by violence, hunger, and degradation. All this slaughter can be traced back to the carrying out of one of the most diabolical machinations ever conceived by a mind consumed with fever, threaded by tortuous channels and filled with a desire for cruelty. One of the smallest integral parts of democracy, the home, acts as the tendril for a vine. The whole network of a democratic government is held to the country by the many homes making up the nations. As a nation ex- 58 1943 Edward F. Searles High School panels, the homes spring forth on the new land. Acting as the tendrils, the homes again spread democracy over the land. Thus it may be seen that democracy will spread, — not necessarily by conquest, — from one country to another. Perhaps, after this terrible war is won, the vines of democracy will spread over continents and oceans, until, like the ivy covering the wall, the whole world is covered beneath the pro- tective and be neficial network. From this comparison, let us hope that we may further the propagation of democratic ideals to every nation after the brutal, tyrannical enemies of mankind are exterminated. -Carlo Tabellario 59 I ' .dw ki F. Si i;i i s Mk;ii Schooi 1913 facial metiU SOPHOMORE RECEPTION October 9, 1942 was an exciting night for the new Sophomores. They were greeted at their first high school party, the Sophomore Reception. The grand march was led by Senior class pres- ident, Frank Vdamson, and Doreen Gagnon, followed by Sophomore pres- ident Alfred Kodis and Carolyn Meinelt. Vfter the grand march the Sophomore girls were presented with carnations. SENIOR PLA Our Senior Play, Young Barry, was presented with success at the Central School auditorium on December 4, 1942. The annual affair was attended by a large audience who applauded the acting of the entire cast. SENIOR PARTY- On January 15, 1943 the Senior Party was held in the form of a campus dance. During the evening the faculty picked Miss Betty Jane Cnosson as the campus queen. A skit, The Burlap Boys, was presented by Dick Ravgiala, Beano Rogers, Perc Wilson, Frank Adam- son, and Whit Hager. JUNIOR PARTY- At the Junior Party, on the 29th of January, a conga line, led by Frank Petralia, was the feature event of the evening- The party was a largely attended affair despite the fact that everyone had to walk be- cause of gasoline rationing. SOPHOMORE PARTY- On February 12, Lincoln ' s birthday, the Soph- omore Party was held. The evening was enlivened by Mr. Ingalls ' and Frank Petralia ' s singing of Home on the Range. MILITARY BALL- The gala Military Ball was held with its usual success on March 19, 1943. The grand march, led by Major Pankauski and Miss Henrietta Busta was more impressive than ever as the girls marched under the arch of sabres in their beautiful gowns. SENIOR PROM — The Senior Prom, the last high school dance for the graduating class was held on June 4, 1943 and was another outstanding affair among the social events. 60 m € : t ■ w ■ Kl KD F. M Mil i Hk.ii S( IIOOI. 1013 OJhjt Rtue, and WAite e ER edition of the Blue and If lute our high school ' s magazine, has been eagerly awaited, read, and praised by all students this year. The individualized columns have proved to he not only interesting and educational, hut entertaining and humorous. We owe its success again this year, as in the past, to Mr. Bagnell, our faculty adviser. EDITORIAL STAFF Editovin-Chief Assistant Editor Literature and Poetry Boys ' Athletics Girls ' Athletics School News and Notes Alumnae Editor Exchanges Humor Nosey Nook Editors Business Managers Subscription Managers Faculty Adviser Ruth White Ethel Hoelzel Ida Malootian, David Young Herbert Ripley Louise Fox Theresa Hanna, Roberta Turner Agnes Zieba Fred Nutton Sylvia Rushforth, Elizabeth Schubert Margaret Murphy, Grace Langille, Percy Wilson Barbara Johnson, Ruth Voter, Lawrence Kershaw Judith Hill, Leona Lutz John A. Bagnell 62 1943 Edward F. Searles High School Standing-: B. Johnson, R. Voter, H. Ripley, J. Hill, L. Lutz, F. Nutton, T. Hanna, L. Fox. Seated: M. Murphy, G. Langille, R. White, Mr. J. Bagnell, E. Hoelzel, E. Schubert, S. Rushforth, I Malootian, A. Zieba. 63 Edward I . Si vri es High School ( Qadet QaApA JjNDER ilir capable guidance of Major Alphonse Pankauski, the nmjn ( ' •add I orps has cortij lek-tl a ver successful year, both in militar) drilling and as a social institution. The Military Ball was very well attended and was greatl) enjoyed by all present. The school was represented In the Corps in the Memorial Day parade. The annual prize drill con- eluded the activities of the year. ROSTER OF M. H. S. C. C. STAFF Major Alphonse Pankauski Commandant Captain Walter Tuminowski Adjutant Captain Edgar Woodburn Aide Captain Merton Margolis Quartermaster First Lieutenant Edwin Eaton Armorer Second Lieutenant Donald Mackay Student Instructor COMPANY A Captain Colby Wetmore Second Lieutenant Donald Petzold First Lieutenant John Scannell Second Lieutenant Richard Hill COMPANY B Captain Harry Harris, Jr. Second Lieutenant Richard Rogers First Lieutenant John Barry Second Lieutenant Frank Adamson COMPANY C Captain Edward Bilapka Second Lieutenant Roger Jones First Lieutenant Carl DeLucia Second Lieutenant Robert Hambleton BATTALION INSTRUCTOR Honorable Colonel Thomas Mosson 64 1943 Edward F. Searles High School Standing: R. Jones, F. Adamson, D. Mackay, W. Tuminowski, A. Pankauski, E. Woodburn, D. Petzold, R. Rogers. Seated: R. Hill, C. DeLucia, J. Scannell, C. Wetmore, E. Bilapka, M. Margolis. 65 Edward F. Searles High School i«m;j Standing: R. Ravgiala, R. Rogers, E. Woodburn, F. Adamson, W. Hager. Seated: L. Fox, L. Farley, R. Lodge, P. Kennedy, B. Jackson, R. Chadwick, J. Joyce, C. Abercrombie. tfjjnioJi QJUxAA 9Xay, { HIS year ' s play, entitled Young Barry, was a very successful com- rgwj edy. licr much hard work l the cast, an extremel) delightful ™ H entertainment was presented. The entire cast, which was directed by Miss Alice Littlejohn, won recognition as actors and actresses. The cast: Eddie, who ' s 18 now: John Barry; William Barry, Eddie ' s dad: David Young; Grace Barry, his mother: Bernice Jackson; Beatrice, his sister: Ruth Chadwick; Mabel Warren, engaged to uncle George: Joan Joyce; Carl Sib- ley, the mayor: Richard Rogers; Uncle George, who has a philosophy: Frank Adamson; Mrs. Granville, a clubwoman: Eleanor Lodge; Ann Sher- man, the girl in his life: Patricia Kennedy; Sally Davidson, one of the crowd: Lillian Farley; Tommy Granville, a friend of Eddie ' s: Edgar Wood- burn; Miss Dalrymple, a clubwoman: Claire Abercrombie; Gale Winthrop, heiress to an aspirin fortune: Louise Fox. Prompter, Roberta Turner; Stage managers: Richard Ravgiala and Whitney Hager; Properties: Fred Nutton; Director: Miss Alice Littlejohn. ;; ; 1943 Edward F. Searles High School ■ r_- .. Fl— — _ V — .. jlfci Standing: H. Ripley, F. Issenberg, A. Guthrie, A. Breton, L. Kudrnwcy, T. King. D. Gagnon, I. Malootian. Seated: A. Langille, P. Jackson, P. Maguire, (Queen) W. Tuminowski, (King) A. Ramskill, N. Macfarlane. Front: B. Stacy, B. Harnisch, E. McKenna, A. Zieba. QJLaAA 9)xty, Pxtg ewl £j HE traditional Pageant, with its colorful costumes and brilliant 55W ceremony, adds ;i lively ami picturesque note In our Cla s Da) ac- tivities. The beautiful high school grounds make a delightful setting for the Class Pageant, and gives us another precious memory of our last days at High School. 87 I DWARD F. SEARLES 1 1 lc; 1 1 SCHOOL l«H3 A. Murray F. Hyde M. McDonald L. Farley, E. Barrett A. Zieba GAeeA £eadeAb IHE cheer leaders in their snappy outfits added a lot of gaiety and zest to our football games this year. Led by the following peppy girls, the football fans cheered for our team: Seniors: Eunice Barrett, Lillian Farley, Agnes Zeiba and Ruth White. Juniors: Frances Hyde, Char- lotte Alex, Claire Oullette, Moira MacDonald, Anita Murray and Shir- ley Jagger. 68 1943 Edward F. Searles High School H i Mg;M |M m, j£ M M M Jl i ■ L 7 M M V II Standing: A. Scappa, R. Jones, A. Kodis, J. Carron, E. Balipka, E. Potyrata, R. Hambleton, H. Dyke, A. Evans, J. Hannigan. Seated: H. Atkinson, D. Hebsch, D. Rose, R. Cormier, R. Whitehead, J. Ap- karian, R. Mason, L. Breen, R. French, J. Chludzinski. (footfall 0 UR football team, headed by Coach Hannigan, and with Captain Ray Whitehead at the helm, had a pretty fair season. They didn ' t 7( 1 have llif luck ol winning an ol their games, but the) played fair and square. John Apkarian was elected to lead next year ' s football team. The following senior boys received their letters and sweaters: Captain Raymond Whitehead, Mgr. Frank Adamson. Hugh O ' Rourke, Roger Jones. The following received their letters: Seniors: Edward Balipka, Edward DeFrates, Howard Dyke, Robert Hambleton, Ass ' t Mgr. Donald Mackay. Juniors: Captain-elect John Apkarian, William Atkinson, John Caron, Ralph Corless, Raymond Cormier, William Larochelle, Edmund Potyrata, Rus- sell Mason, Donald Rose. Sophomores: Louis Breen, Charles Cocchiaro, Albert Evans, Donald Hebsch, Alfred Kodis and Robert Otto. 69 Edward F. Si i;i es High S hool 1943 | y Standing-: E. Barrett, L. Fox, B. Budron, J. Hill, E. Arnold, M. Coulombe, F. Barker. Seated: D. Gagnon, V. Lawton, F. Hyde, A. Peate, I. Malootian. QM ' BuiM aU ECAUSE of gasoline rationing and lack of transportation, the Girls ' Basketball team, under the capable supervision of Miss Dorothy Chadwick, did not play any other school teams. Instead, they played a series of class games. The seniors, captained by Annie Peate triumphed over the Junior team. Frances Barker, who has shown brilliant work on the floor, was elected to succeed Annie Peate as captain of next year ' s basket- ball team. Those who earned their letters were: Seniors: Annie Peate, captain; Louise Fox, manager; Elsie Arnold, Eunice Barrett, Beatrice Budron, Dor- een Gagnon, Judith Hill, Ida Malootian. Juniors: Frances Barker,captain- elect; Virginia Lawton, Frances Hyde and Mary Lou Coulombe. 70 1943 Edward F. Searles High School Standing- Seated: R. Smith, D. Smith, J. Apkarian, J. Caron, B. Atkinson, L. Batty, A. Evans, R. French D. Mack, F. Rostron, D. Brackett, R. Jones, D. Hebsch, F. Furman, H. Dyke, J. Kenyon, J. Chludzinski Bxhja ' BuiM aU ( J UR basketball proved to be tough opposition, losing only four games played during the past season. Francis Furtnan, acting captain, led the team. The basketball team was coached by Mr. Fred Rostron, who deserves special commendation, this being his first time at Methuen High School. 71 Kim kd K. Seaklks High School 1943 r Standing: D. Smith, J. Apkari an, W. Larochelle, R. Jones, C. Backmann, R. Wood- bury. D. Mack, W. Atkinson, T. Morris, D. Hebsch, R. Rogers, B. Tak- esian, Mr. Rostron (coach) Kneeling-: J. Kenyon, E. Settle, H. Boisjoly, C. Gargolis, J. Kanal, F. Furman, M. Richardson, A. Kodis. ButebcM S HKRK was a good turnout for the baseball team. With a few veterans 5555 on the field, the team showed a good righting spirit. The team was captained by Roger Jones, followed closely by Richard Rogers, who is the star of this year ' s team. Mr. Fred Rostron coached the team in good style. 72 1943 Edward F. Searles High School Standing: E. Hermanns, H. Zenkar, A. Evans, R. Cormier, R. Mason, A. Cousen, A. Apkarian, E. Quance, E. Gill, J. Byrne. Seated: W. Hoelzel, D. Rose, E. Lake, E. Yorshis, F. Rooney, L. Breen, E. Radcliffe. OAack P) WENTY-TWO boys reported to Coach John Byrne on April 12. The Sera boys had aboul four meets this year. Under the capable leadership of Coach Byrne the boys learned sportsmanship and the correct way to run. No captain was chosen for this year, but, with or without a captain, the team hoped to win many honors. 73 Km i;d F. Searles High School 1943 OJhjt Bxuvd n r i ERE is the band we ' re so proud of. Under the capable direction of Mr. Harold McDonnell, it has achieved A-ratings at every conclave, besides appearing at Hampton Beach annually, and willingly provid- ing, at all times, music for benefits around town. A band concert and dance has been held every year to acquire enough money to buy uniforms and music. The members have attended rehearsals faithfully. Yes, the band has risen from an ordinary school band to one of professional standards; and most of the credit goes to its skilful instructor, Harold McDonnell. 74 1943 Edward F. Searles High School Standing: C. Trevor, C. Starke, W. Pearson, H. Lambert, K. Haddad. Seated: D. Smith, C. Mcllwain, M. Mastarakis, V. Mariolis, R. Smith, B. Landry, F. Ritter, C. Rushforth. JAz OAcfaertAa H f 1 NDER the personal supervision of Mr. Walter Pearson, the orchestra rendered pleasing musical selections at the various school functions throughout the school year. The conscientious members attended the rehearsals faithfully and displayed fine enthusiasm for their work, which was handicapped by lack of adequate instrumentation. 75 Edward F. Si u i - High School 1943 l TOCHAIMIS Start to Save! The true foundation for personal progress lies in the program carried out. BROADWAY SAVINGS BANK COMMUNITY SAVINGS BANK ESSEX SAVINGS BANK LAWRENCE SAVINGS BANK McINTOSH SCHOOL Herbert E. Petzold, Principal Graduates of the METHUEN HIGH SCHOOL are eligible without conditions for admission to the Secretarial and Junior Accounting courses offered by our school. Graduates of the COMMERCIAL DEPARTMENT of the Methuen High School are eligible for admission to the Ad- vanced Secretarial course, by examination, to the Business Administration course. Information by mail or at the School Office The School Year Begins the MONDAY after LABOR DAY 801 -SI 4 Bay State Bide. Lawrence, Mass. PROPERTY MANAGEMENT BONDS P. W. Maguire Son, Inc. John J. 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