Methuen High School - Memories Yearbook (Methuen, MA)

Text from Pages 1 - 100 of the 1945 volume:

DJh OxmWi 1945 Sdumbd 2; tfeaAfeb Ulqh £cPiao£ METHUEN MASSACHUSETTS NEVlNSMEMOHf 365 BSO J METHUEN, Animo et Fide DWAY VIA 01844 To the boys and girls of the Edward F. Searles High School who have gone forth to serve their nation in its hour of peril; and to those in particular who ' have given their lives so that freedom might be preserved, we dedicate The Totver of 1945. Edward F. Searles High School 1945 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. Lange, K. Doran, R. Wright, D. Allen. H. Southworth, M. McDermott, E. Lord, A. Coulson, E. Smith. Oht Oxtcuflby, 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, Univ. of Michigan B.S. in C.E., Ed. M. Boston Univ. Algebra, Biology, History Alice Coulson, Trinity College 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 1 . Searles High School 1945 QlaM Vaetn As from this shelter we depart, Our eyes are filled with tears, For Searles has been within our heart For three short, happy years. Three years of preparation good To train us for our parts In joining a great brotherhood When peacetime ' s era starts. We ' ll all unite in one great band Wherever we may be, When all the people of our land Join freedom ' s jubilee. By courage and by faith we say That we will always strive To do our best in every way — The class of forty-five. — Marjorie C. Jones v. k, 19 CLflSS-SONG s HW C rol «9 2 LavwsonW Batty df hHJ JIJ JU + € T Our M ' fh School c| .y5 Are OY 5orw« bS i have. left- lb«tr class 6|? 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Hermanns Picture Committee Virginia Meier Business Managers Carolyn Meinelt Associate Editors Helene Cordeau Doris Kinney Harry Zenker Dorothy Humphrey Anthony Greco Marjorie Deady Chester Batchelder Jane Dufly Maurice Shapiro Faculty Adviser — Charles Antonelli Gilbert Lutz Barbara White Carleton D. Skillings, Prin. Edward K. Searles High School I ' ) 1.1 CHARLES A. ANTONKLLI Ready, willing, and able. Senior Play Drill 2, 3, 4 Year Book Committee Ring Committee Genial, industrious, and capable are adjectives that we ' l describe Charlie. His ingenuity has not only gained him many true friends, but has also made him a popular mem- ber of his class. ARTHUR ANTHONY AUCLAIR With temper calm and mild and words of softened tone. Cadets 2, 3 Although this chap is quiet, he always stands up for his rights. He states his opinions in a soft tone and accom- plishes all he is determined to do. Bon Voyage, Oakie . ALYCE ELIZABETH AZNOIAN She has talk for every matter. Gym 1, 2, 3 Glee Club 1 She adores to converse with anyone she meets, Alice ' s cheery disposition and wholesome smile would brighten the darkest day. Lot of luck, Alice. CLAIRE MAXINE BALL Her presence lends warmth and health to all who come before it. Gym, 1, 2 3 Glee Club 1 Claire ' s way of doing helpful things quietly will long linger with us. She always does her work thoroughly and has a kindly glance for all her friends. We admire her spirit and wish her success. MARJORIE E. BARRY A friend more divine than all divinity. Class Committees Margie entered our school in her Senior year, but she is one of our most amiable girls. She has a friendly word and smile for everyone. She is never too busy to lend a helping hand. Good luck, Margie. 14 1945 Edward F. Searles High School CHESTER E. BATCHELDER Speak out, hide not thy thoughts. Year Book Committee Cadets 2, 3 No matter what the subject is you can be sure Chester will be frank. He can always argue his points to the end without becoming excited. He is greatly interested in his- tory. Good luck. W. LAWSON BATTY Society, friendship, and love divinely bestow ' d upon man. Band 1, 2, 3, 4 Football 3, 4 Senior Play 4 Ring Committee 3 Basketball 2 Student Council 4 Very few and far between are the students who do not know our Lawson. Batty , as he is always called, is quite a crooner when he gets started. He is noted for his jok- ing and getting into trouble. Playing the piano, organ, and baritone is also one his achievements. The very best of luck to you, Lawson (Casanova) Batty. IRENE BEAULIEU Quiet and considerate. Gym 1, 2, 3, 4 Girl Reserve 1 Irene is one of the girls who is not too quiet and not too noisy. She has made many friends and we know she will do well in Secretarial work We wish you the best of luck, Irene. (Ts SHIRLEY RITA BERNHARD Beyond dull care. Gym, 1, 2, 3, 4 Shirley is kind, considerate, and very cheerful. She is liked by all who know her. She has gained a vast collec- tion of friends. We know that she will succeed in any- thing she may attempt. The best of luck, Shirley. BARBARA BERNDTSON Wise is she who talks but little. Gym 1 Glee Club 1 Barbara is quiet but very pleasant. She is liked by every- body with whom she comes in contact. She says little but what she says is always right. We wish you success, Barbara, in anything you may wish to do. 15 Edward V. Searles High Sciiooi L945 M. JACQUELINE BERUBE I like the life I lead. Gym, 1, 2, 3, 4 Girl Reserves 2, 3, 4 Jacqueline is cheerful and carefree. She is always sur- rounded by a host of friends. She can always add her little bit to the conversation. We all wish you luck in your future life. ALFRED JOHN BISTANV Always in the heat of battle. Cadets 2, 3, 4 Alfred is a fellow whom you will hear much from. He is a great one for an argument. All kidding aside, we wish you the best of luck, Alfred, in your future en- deavors. Glee Club 1, 3 SHIRLEY BOOTH Quiet — but look again. Gills Reserves 2, 3, Shirley is quiet, cheerful, and much liked by the many friends she possesses. She is not so quiet that you can not hear a frequent laugh coming from her direction. We all know that she will be good in whatever she chooses for an occupation. RAYMOND BOUCHER Always good for a laugh. Cadets 2, 3 Raymond is one of the few quiet boys in the Senior class, although he appreciates a good joke. Where you find Raymond you will always find Lewis Burton. We all wish you luck Raymond in whatever you may pursue. MARCELLE N. BRETON It ' s all fun and laughter. Girl Reserves 2 Gym 1, 2, 3, 4 Marcelle is cheerful and gay and is liked by the host of friends she has acquired in the High School. You can always get a good healthy laugh from her. Best of luck, Marcelle. 16 1945 Edward F. Searles High School LOUIS BREEN Football 2, 3 Track 2 Vice President 1, 2, 3 Cadets 2, 3 Louie left our school in the middle of his junior year. He is a member of the U. S. Army Air Forces. Louie ' was greatly interested not only in social activities but in our cadet corps. His friendly manner, won him as friends, all those he met. Being a naturally good athlete he did well in all sports. The Very Best of Luck to You, Louie! DOMENIC CONSOLI Silent in speech; loud in action. Domenic always had a smile for all his classmates. His winning personality made him many friends. Serious study- ing foretold his success in life. We all know that he is one of the biggest successes of our class. ALBERT EVANS Basketball Baseball 1 Football 1, 2 Track 1 Band 1, 2 A friendly smile, and a personality to be envied are two of the things that you find when you meet Al . He was a four- letter nran, having participated in football, base- ball, basketball, and track. At the end of his junior 1 year, he left for the Navy, but, as the saying goes — Our Loss is their Gain! All the Luck in the World, Al. EDWARD H. LAKE With ;i mind just as broad — as his body is long! ' Band 1, 2 Eddie was a swell fellow who liked to have fun. He always had a twinkle in his eye and was quite the ladies man. A good runner on the track team, his presence was certainly missed by all his classmates, when he left to enter ' the service. DAVID LOMBARDI Band 1, 2, 3 A very friendly person, Davy was enrolled in th3 Technical course before he left to serve his country. Davy left during his Junior- year-, and has graced the rchool with his presence at least once. The clarinet was the instrument Davy played in his two and a fraction years with the band. We wish you the best of luck, and look forward to seeing you again! 17 Kdw i;i) V. Sk hi i - tin. ii S mool I ' M. - ) DORIS BROTIIKRS Silence is golden. Gym 1, 2, 3 Girl Reserves 1 Doris is another one of the quiet girls in the Senior Class. Her many friends appreciate her amazing sense of humor. Best of luck, Doris, in your future life. LEONA BRUM With never a care in the world. Lil is inclined to be carefree, but she manages to keep up with her studies. Wherever Lil is present, gloom is banished by her constant smile. Good luck, Lil ! MARY L. BURGON So frail a flower. Mary ' s stamina has been greatly admired by us. Al- though sick a great deal, she has always come back to school trying harder than before. Mary ' s ambition is to be a nurse. We ' re sure she ' ll succeed. LEWIS BURTON With a smile for everyone. Cadets 1, 2 Lewis ' s ability to gain friends through his friendly smile and witty remarks is an asset which will always be of value to him. Best of luck to you in the future. ERNEST J. CARPENITO Mischief lurks in his eyes. Cadets 3 Ernie is a quiet member of the class, but you can al- ways perceive a devilish gleam in his eyes. Although he joined our class in his junior year, he has acquired many a host of true friends. Good luck, Ernie. 18 1945 Edward F. Searles High School FRANCES M. CASTLE Mischief sparkles in her eyes. Girl Reserves 2, 3, 4 Gym 1, 2, 3 Blue and White Staff 4 Glee Club 1 Senior Play 4 Class Committees Active, full of life, Franny is always ready to join in the fun. She is active in most school activities. Her laughter will long- be remembered. A springy walk, a ready smile, a mischievous twinkle, that ' s Franny. SHIRLEY W. CEDERGREN A bonny lass, is she. ' Gym 1, 2, 3 V ith her gay smile and vivid personality, Shirley has enlivened, not only her own pathway through life, but also that of her associates. Stay as you are, Shirley. MARILYN K. CHILD After the verb ' To Love ' ' To Help ' is the most beautiful word in the world. Glee Club 3 Girl Reserves 2 Senior Play 4 Marilyn has a very sunny disposition. Friendliness and sincerity are two of her outstandng characteristics. She is also full of ambition which will bring her much suc- cess and happiness. JOHN P. CHLUDZINSKI Arms and the Man, I sing. Basketball 2, 3 Cadets 2, 3 Football Manager 2 John ' s fine personality combined with his industry should make a combination that will be hard to beat. We ' re sure that you ' ll succeed in any enterprise. ALFRED S. CLEMENT Stick to your Guns Al has a great career ahead of him in politics if he can keep up his good arguments. His winning personality should also help him in whatever field he chooses. We are sure you ' ll be a success, Al. 19 Edward I ' . Searles High School 1945 BKTTV JANE CNOSSEN A smile will go a long, long way and a merry heart goes all the way. Girl Reserves 2, 3, 4 Gym, 2, 3, 4 Class Committees Basketball 3, 4 Student Council 4 We behold here a vivacious girl with a great interest in sports and her school. She is also an interested member of the Art Department. Here ' s to you, Betty. May your ambitious nature carry you far! WILLIAM H. COLE I love a life of solitude. Cadets 2, 3 Bill is a quiet member of our class, but on any occa- sion his sportmanship can be counted on. Here ' s wishing you the best in your future years. FLOBEN R. CONCA Silence is golden. Cadets 2, 3, 4 Introducing Floren, studious, and ambitious. He seldom voices his opinions, but the few he does voice are backed by good common sense. We know that he will be success- ful in future years. EDWARD JOSEPH COOK Better late than never Eddie always seems to be the center of attraction no matter what group he ' s in. He ' s always got some quip or joke. He ' ll be a success in whatever field he wishes to enter. BARBABA COOKSON I would help others out of fellow feeling. Band 2, 3, 4 Class Committees Gym Glee Club Cookie soothes many alarming situations with her pleasing and calm nature. She is quite active out of school also. We are sure that the future holds much for Barbara. 20 1945 Edward F. Searles High School Gym 1, 2 Glee Club 1, HELENE A. CORDEAU Silence is golden. Year Book Committee 3, 4 Ilelene is quiet, but this does not affect her ability of making friends. She is much liked by everyone who knows her. We all wish you luck, Helene, in whatever you may attempt. ELIZABETH E. COKKUM Grace and charm has she. Girl Reserves 2, 3 Glee Club 3 Orchestra 1, 2 Betty is one of our quieter students. She has gained the respect of her classmates, through her sunny disposition and her willingness to be of assistance. Best wishes, Betty. BETTY MAE COUILLIARD Happy, happy, all the day. Girl Reserves 2 Glee Club 3, i Gym 1, 2 Betty Mae is one of our gayer, pleasanter girls. Her per- sonality and jesting ability have brightened many a day. Best wishes to you, Betty. ALLEN L. COUSEN ' A modern Borneo is he. Cadets 2, 3, 4 Track Team 2 Al is a genial, friendly fellow. He is gifted with the cleverness of attracting the feminine popularity of our class. Smooth sailing! ROBERT CRABTREE Man of few words. Cadets 2, 3 Bob, always quiet and unassuming, never seems to worry about anything, lucky boy. He seems very interested in sports, especially hockey. We wish you success in what- ever you plan to do, Bob. 21 4HBHBI Edward F. Searles High School 1945 • RICHARD CYR Something to think ahout. Cadets 2, 3 In school life, Richard seems to be an all-around man. You may find him anywhere, doing practically anything, For this reason he is a familiar figure in all circles of our school life. LILLIAN ANN DARWESH And then there was singing. Glee Club 3, 4 Girls ' A. A. 3 Lillian came here in her Junior year— Lawrence High ' s loss, Methuen High ' s gain! She ' s very attractive and is popular among her fellow classmates. Her beautiful soprano voice has made her the idol of the Glee Club and all others who have heard her sing. Make music your career, Lillian, and you ' ll certainly gain well-de- served honors. MARJORIE ANNE DEADY She comes up smiling. Senior Play 4 Blue and White Staff 4 Year Book Committee 4 Girl Reserves 2, 3, 4 Glee Club 4 Gym 2, 3 Some know her as Marjorie and others call her Mikki ' but whatever she ' s named, we all know her. She is one of our pepiest and most enthusiastic seniors. We all enjoy her jolly manner and know that she will always have friends. ANGELINA DI GLORIA I ' ve got an invitation to dance! Small, dark-haired, and full of fun are the words that describe Angy. Anyone who knows her will agree that no seriousness ever enters her mind. Outstanding as a dancer, Angy is already on her way to the top. LEON DOBSON Let Swing be King. Band 2, 3, 4 Football Manager 4 Leon, with a cherry smile and a kind word for every- one, is one of the most popular 1 and likeable members of our class. As a musician he is tops. We all love hearing the silvery tones of his cornet at the band dances. A brilliant future is foreseen for you, Leon. 22 1945 Edward F. Seahles High School Football 3, 4 ALFRED DUCHAEME Calmly sailing by. Cadets 3 Al is interested in football and played left-end on our team this year. He goes calmly and quietly about his studies. Al is loads of fun to be with because of his pleas- ing personality. JANE DUFFY With laughter in her eyes. rails ' A. A. 1, 2, 3 Year Book Committee Girl Reserves 2, 3, 4 Blue and White Staff 4 Clrss Treasurer 1, 2, 3 Basketball 3, 4 Ring Committee Various Committees J?.ne has always been a very energetic and enthusiastic member of the class. She has held offices and been in nlmrst every committee in school. If we had Searles T Iigh Models Jane would certainly be one because she is always dressed neatly in the latest fashion. Good luck on your plans to go to college, Jane. BARBARA EBERT Always pleasing .... that ' s her manner. Gym 2 Various Committees Barbara is a sociable girl. She is rather quiet but is always willing to please when she can. Good luck, Barb, may you find success. NORMA EGERTON There are many who call her friend. Class Treasurer 4 Girl Reserves 2, 3, 4 Student Council 3 Gym 2, 3 Senior Play Committee Home Nursing Various Committees Besides being one of the prettiest girls in the class, Norma is also one of the friendliest. Her pleasing person- ality together with her co-operative spirit have endeared her to her classmates. Stay the way you are, Norma. PAUL FAZZI Joy have I had. Cadets 2, 3, 4 Paul is the easy-going type of fellow in school work, lm ' ; where there is excitement, he is likely 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, Paul. 23 Knu hi I ' . Searles High School 1945 CONSTANCK SADIE FKRRIS Sweet and cheerful. Girls ' A. A. 1, 2 Girl Reserves 1, 2 Connie is quiet and her many friends testify to her sun- ny disposition and likeableness. Her shining brown eyes are the envy of many girls. Good luck in your business school plans, Connie. VIOLA FICHKRA Merrily, merrily go I. Glee Club 3 Girls ' A. A. 1, 2 Viola leads a merry life; she never seems to worry about anything. We envy you for this characteristic Vi. Good luck in the future, whether it is a college or a business life you intend to follow. BARBARA FIELDEN Still waters run deep. Girls ' A. A. 1, 2 Barbara, though quiet in class, always has lots to say to her friends outside. She has gained many friends by pleasantness. Babs plans to work when she gets out of school. Good luck! Girls ' A. A. 2 MARION FLANDERS Success is hers. Blue and White Staff 3 Marion is a hard worker. She gets her marks and has her pleasure also. We all know that Marion will be a success at whatever she undertakes. THELMA ALICE FONE Fun and laughter are everywhere. Girls ' A. A. 2, 3, 4 Glee Club 1 Girl Reserves 2, 3, 4 Various Committees What would our Senior Class be like without this dark- haired miss with the friendly smile? Thelma has been a help to our class and a constant rooter at all our ath- letic games. Keep that pretty smile, Thelma, and it will make a way for you in future life. 24 1945 Edward F. Searles High School PAULA C. FOBESTA She looks quiet, but look again. A. 2 Glee Club 3, 4 Girls ' A. Clara is capable of looking quiet but she is always ready for a joke. She has a pleasant smile and a touch of neatness. May you always keep your winning ways. K. EABLE FOX For he ' s a jolly good fellow. Cadets 2, 3 Various Committees Football 4 Earle is better known as Kit . His personality makes him popular with all the pupils in our school. Kit has not told us his ambition, but whatever it may be, we wish him tons of success in it. CLIFFORD FREIJE The lad with the ' 39 Olds. Cadets 2, 3, 4 Clifford is a good sport and a willing friend. He is al- ways ready to help out in any instance. Besides he knows how to crack a joke at the right time. ANTHONY FURNARE Mischief lurks in his eyes. Cadets 2, 3 Football 2, 3 Anthony has a cheery disposition and a contagious spirit of frie ndliness. He is always willing to help a fellow classmate. We know that he will succeed. COSMOS GAGALIS Striving, always striving. Cadets 2, 3, 4 We admire Cosmos for his continual interest in his studies. He always seems to be trying so hard Cosmos also has that winning personality that insures a man ' s future. Good luck, Cosmos. 25 I i ij i V. Skahi.ks Hk;ii School L945 ml ROSE OARABEDIAN Mischief lurks in her eyes. Girls ' A. A. 2, 3 A rush! a bang! a laugh! here is Rose. She has bright- ened many a day with her witty remarks. Don ' t ever lese that wonderful manner, Rose. DOROTHY MAY GRASS I love the life I live. Gills ' A. A. 1, 2, 3 Giil Reserves 2, 3 Basketball 2, 3 Peppy, fun-loving Dottie, which she is called by every- one, makes every minute count. She would rather play than work but is capable of doing both in its turn. Keep your pleasant way. ANTHONY GRECO Be gone dull care. Year Book Committee Cadets 2, 3 Anthony, better known as Grec, always has a joke to crack. He is truly a friendly fellow, and he always has a smile for every person he meets. Grec has worked enthusiastically with the Year Book Committee, and served 2 years with the Cadet Corps. Anthony has proven that he is one of the most cheerful students of our class. BARBARA GREENWOOD Quietness is a virtue. Girls ' A. A. 2 Barbara is well liked by all her classmates. We are sure that she will be a success in whatever she does. s GRACE HAJJAR A sincere smile for everyone. Girls ' A. A. 2, 3 Grace is one of our quiet seniors but she likes her share of laughs as well as anyone else. She is always willing to lend a helping hand and asks no thanks for her deeds. 26 1945 Edward F. Searles High School JAMES HAJJAR Still waters run deep. James is quiet when in school, but one who likes plenty of fun. We are sure that his quiet and sure forcefulness will bridge the deepest chasms of life. GEORGE R. HARRIS I love the life I live! Football 2, 3 - Captain 4 Cadets 2, 3 -- Major 4 Track 4 Baseball 3, 4 Ceorge, one of our most popular senior boys, has cer- tainly achieved recognition, as to his abilities of leade r- ship. PAULINE HARRIS To be a sport is to be popular. Girl Reserves 2, 3, 4 — President Basketball 2, 3, 4 - Captain Bowling 3 Various Committees Polly ' s most likable trait is an ability to get along with everyone. On the basketball court, on the bowling team, and as a classmate, the friendships she has established will long be remembered. May you always have the best of luck, Polly. DONALD HEBSCH A sport at all times. Football 1, 2, 3, 4 Baseball 2, 3, 4 Class President 4 Cadets 2, 3 Senior Play 4 Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4, Track 2, 3, 4 (Captain 4) Ring Committee Don is one of those young men that you can call an all-round good fellow. He is interested in all school activ- ities. A good sport is liked everywhere, so Don will do well in the years to come. ERIC GEORGE HERRMANNS Here ' s to Eric — a favorite with all. Cadets 2, 3 Senior Vice President Various Committees Blue and White 3, 4 Year Book Committee Senior Play This fellow needs no introduction as he is one of the friendliest and most popular boys we know. His perse- verance, original ideas, and sense of humor qualify him as an excellent leader. We really mean it, Eric, when we say, we ' re glad you are a member of our class. 27 Edward I ' . Searles High School 1945 MARILYN III A A merry heart maketh a happy countenance. Gym 1, 2, 3 Girl Reserves 2 Glee Club 1 A cheery disposition and a contagious spirit of friend- liness are mirrored in this petite lady ' s sparkling brown eyes. Her stature may be slight but he r supply of smiles is apparently inexhaustible. BETTY HICKEY Quiet and charming. Glee Club Betty is a girl who, by nature, tends to be quiet. She is ically very nice to know, as her many friends will tell you. May you have the very best of luck in whatever 1 you choose to do, Betty. PEGGY I. HILL To find a more genuine personality is a mighty hard task. Girl Reserves 2, 3 Gym 1, 2, Peggy is a girl who faces life with a cheerful attitude. Her friends are many and her future is bound to be a suc- cess because of her natural facility to win the friend- ship and respect of all w ' th whom she associates. Don ' t let anything change you, Peggy. THEODORE G. HOELZEL A man of few words is he. Cadets 2, 3 Though quiet and rather serious, Teddy has given us some remarkable wit. A surplus of common sense and a strong determination will insure him success. Good luck, Ted. WALTER A. HOELZEL People have more fun than anybody. Track 2, 3 Cadets 2, 3, 4 Class Play Committee Walter is a happy-go-lucky sort of lad, with a care-free philosophy of life. He is always willing to lend a helping hand and his generous nature is sure to help him attain and keep true friends. 28 1945 Edward F. Searles Hich School FREDERICK C. HOUGHTON Looks are deceiving. Orchestra 2 Fred has always seemed to be very quiet, but he is quite different when you get to know him. He is full of fun and is always ready with a smile. His pleasant smile and pleasing manner will take him far in the future. Good luck, Fred. MILDRED D. HOWE Sociable and pleasant, always ready to laugh. Band 1, 2, 3, 4 Girl Reserves 3 Glee Club 1 Millie is one of our friendliest girls and is also the possessor of a very infectious smile. You can always find her wherever there ' s fun and laughter. With your genial disposition, Millie, we know you ' ll meet with success. DOROTHY JANE HUMPHREY Good things come in small packages. Glee Club 1 Basketball 3 Cheerleader 3, 4 Girl Reserves 2, 3, 4 Year Book Various Committees Senior Play Home Nursing Dotty certainly illustrated that nice things come in small packages. She is always ready to help others. The electric clock in Pop Elwell ' s room should be correct because we set it every morning at 8:59 when Dot comes through the door. We wish you great success, Dot. BETTINA HUSTON Light of heart, gay of spirit Sewing 4 Although Betty didn ' t come to us until our Senior year, we have all grown to know her very well. Her cheerful banter and ready smile make us regret that she has not been with us longer. Great success will be yours, Betty. CAROL JENKINSON Born with a gift for laughter Orchestra 1 Band 1, 4 If a hearty laugh reaches your ears in one of the cor- lidors, you can feel sure that it is Carol. Not being one to look on the gloomy side, she can find a joke in every- thing that happens. Keep on laughing, Carol. 29 Edward F. Skaklks Hk.ii School I ' 113 MAK.IORIK CROSSLEY JONES Sweetness of smile Indicates sweetness of character Girl Reserves 3 Blue and White 3, 4 Nominating Committee 4 Margie is known by her pleasant smile and her pleasing voice. She has done very well in her high school work. We know she will do well in her chemistry at college. JOSEPH KAMAL, JR. A good sport and a true friend. Cadets 2, 3, 4 Baseball 2 Joe, seems to be rather quiet, but his very intimate friends know him to be overflowing with fun. He has always and will always be a swell sport. Loads of luck, Joe. LEO KETTLEMAN Mischief lurks in his eyes. Blue and White 3, 4 Cadets 2, 3, 4 Track 4 Various Committees We all know what a good friend Leo is. Although he has a mischievous streak in him, he knows how to be serious. We ' re glad you ' re in the class of ' 45, Leo, and we wish you the best of luck in the future. HENRIETTA KIESSLING Quietness is a virtue. Gym 1, 2, 3 Henrietta ' s quiet manner and sweet smile have won her many loyal friends. With her musical ability we know that she will be a great success. DORIS B. KINNEY Never too busy to help. Band 1, 2, 3 Ring Committee 3 Year Book Committee 4 . Girls Reserves 2, 3 Sewing 4 Home Nursing 3 Doris is a girl who is always willing to help the other fellow. Many are the times we ' ve appreciated her brains in our Trig class. Her genial disposition, cooperative spirit and sincerity insure that she will always have a large circle of friends. 30 1945 Edward F. Searles High School ALFRED KODIS Why worry? President 1, 2, 3 Baseball 2, 3, Captain 4 Track 3 Student Council Football 2, 3, Cadets 2, 3, Light hearted, care-free, and jolly — that ' s Al. School is the least of his troubles and nothing worries him. Al is a born athlete and excells in most sports. The best of everything, Al. JUNE KOEHLEB Stay as sweet as you are. Basketball 2, 3, 4 Blue and White 4 Girl Reserves 2, 3, 4 Pretty and sweet, June is one of the best-liked mem- bers of our Senior class. Her pretty clothes and brilliant s-mile have made her outstanding. It certainly was no wonder that she was chosen as our Class Queen. Best of luck for the future, June. ANN F. LAHAN Those great, big, beautiful eyes. Basketball 2 Glee Cub 1 A. A. Behind Ann ' s big blue eyes and lovely smile is a wonder- ful spirit. She plays basketball herself and is always on the sidelines cheering at the other sports. Best of luck, Ann. VERNA B. LANGILLE Good-natured, gracious, and sociable. Basketball 3 Band 1 Glee Club 1 A. A. A carefree attitude and genial nature have made our acquaintance with Verna a pleasure. Her ambitions we don ' t know but her ability to make friends easily is sure to be an asset to her in whatever she plans to do. DORIS LOUISE LEE ' Sincerity is a fine quality. Blue and White 3, 4 Gym 1, 2, 3 Girl Reserves Senior Play Home Nursing Sewing Doris goes quietly and cheerfuly on her way, saying little, but working hard to achieve her goal. Those who have come to know Doris say that she is gracious and good-natured at all times. We ' re all for you, Doris. 31 Edward F. Searles Hk;ii School I «)!,-) ELIZABETH TIIKRKSA LINEMAN Quiet and helpful is she. Gym 2, 3 Various Committees Betty has a considerate and pleasant manner, and her readiness to do someone a favor is well-known among her classmates. Here ' s to success, Betty. GILBERT FRANCIS LUTZ Genuis must he born. Year Book Cadets 2, 3, 4 Various Committees Gilbert is a boy who works for everything he earns. He has a quiet disposition, so much so, that his presence is often unknown. His interest in the State Guard will surely bring reward. GLORIA MARCHAND Work conquers all things! Gym Band It is a great pleasure to have Gloria back with us again after a year ' s absence. She has really proven just what a student can do, when she desires something. We wish you all the luck in the world in your career as a nurse, Gloria! Whrv HELEN I. MANN Silence is golden. Words and Music to Ninth Grade Graduation Song A swish of white starched shirts, a toss of a pretty head, and we have Helen. Yes, she intends to train for nursing. Be one of the best, Helen. SYLVIA ANN MARGERISON Better late than never. Gym 2, 3, 4 Various Committees With her charming personality and fondness for sports Sylvia makes an all-round girl. Do you think you ' ll be there on time, Sylvia? 32 1945 Edward F. Searles High School ALICE MARDIROSIAN A friend tried and true. Gym 2, 3 Here is a quiet young lady who ' s very much attached to her studies, and is an asset to our class. Keep up the gcod work, and success will be yours. MARIE MATTHES Quiet and neat, thoughtful and sweet. Blue and White 4 Gym 1, 2, 3 Girl Reserves 2, 3, 4 Various Committees Marie always has a smile and a good word for every- one. She is ever willing to help you out, when at all pos- sible. Her happy manner ' and fine school spirit are two outstanding characteristics. You ' re a real friend Marie. BEATRICE PEARL McCRACKEN Good Natured .and Sociable ' Gym 1, 2, 3 A shy smile introduces Bea , who accomplished much with apparently no great effort. During her years at Searles, she remained calm and thoughtful. We pick her out as a member of the class who will have quiet, though complete, success. CAROLYN MICHEL MEINELT She pretty to walk with, and witty to talk with. Year Book Staff 4 Blue and White 4 Sewing 4 Cheerleader 3, 4 Gym 1, 2, 3 Girl Reserves 2, 3, 4 Student Council 4 Heme Nursing 3 Various Committees Everyone will long remember Carolyn for her lovely blonde hair and friendly, cheerful attitude. Her spirit as a cheerleader and participant in all school activities is somethiing to be envied. We know that Carolyn will always meet with success. VIRGINIA E. MEIER Silence is golden. Year Book Staff 4 Although Ginny spent her first two years at Lawrence High School, we ' re all glad that she spent her last two at Methuen. She appears to be rather quiet but we have heard from her many friends that she loves out-door sports -- especially skiing, and boating. Smooth sailing Ginny! 33 Edward F. Searles High School 1945 TERESA JANE MICHALSKI Quiet but efficient. Girls ' A. A. 3 Teresa, a seemingly quiet girl, has proved to be a very true friend to those who know her well. Her efficiency in class work is just a preview of her post-school days. Success will be yours, Teresa. ROLAND MIDDLETON Watching from his lofty heights! Basketball 4 Cadets 2, 3 Tall, full of fun and just being natural are the lovely characteristics of Mid . Stepping onto the basketball court for the first time this year, he did so well that he won a position on the first team. Mid plans to join the Air Corps following graduation, so we all join to wish hm the best of luck. EVELYN JANICE MILLIKEN A bit of sunshine. Girls ' A. A. 1, 2 Glee Club 3, 4 Home Nursing Girl Reserves 2, 3, 4 Various Committees Janice is a blond, care-free girl who enjoys a good laugh. Her contagious spirit of friendliness makes her a wonderful person to know. With such a personality, she cannot help succeeding. MARJORIE ANN MILLIKEN We found what Punchard lost. Punchard ' s loss was Methuen ' s gain when Marjorie left there to come to our high school. Although she joined us in her senior year, we have found her to be a loyal friend and a true sport. ROGER EUGENE MORENCY Mischief lurks in his eyes. Cadets 2, 3, 4 He isn ' t too serious about his studies but we know he ' ll make the grade. Success and happiness are assuredly yours, Rog ! 34 1945 Edward F. Searles High School RUTH E. MORLEY Sweet as a song! Gym 1, 2, 3 Gills ' A. A. 3 Quiet, sincere, Ruthie, is indeed an asset to her class. We always connect her with the Central School Cafeteria for it was there we first encountered her lovable smile and disposition. May success be yours, Ruth! ROBERT MUGRDECHIAN He who tries hard; always succeeds Band 3, 4 Brooklyn ' s loss is Methuen ' s gain! Bob ' s quiet, unobtru- sive manner will speed him on the road to success. Keep on plugging and you ' ll make the grade, Bob! RUTHt ANN NADER Not afraid of work, but not in sympathy with it. Girl Reserves 1, 2, 3, 4 Gym 1, 2, 3, 4 Basketball 2, 4 Although she doesn ' t shirk her work, Ruthie is a girl who will take pleasure first and work afterwards. She has at all times been willing to contribute her help for any work at hand. Band 1 Cadets 2, ROBERT B. OTTO For he ' s a jolly good fellow. Football 1, 2, 3, 4 Basketball 2 Without a doubt you have met Bob Otto, one of our friendliest senior boys. As tackle in the football line, his strength proved fatal to all opponents. In all sports you see Bob right out there cheering the Blue and White on to final victory. JOSEPHINE BETTY PALUMBO So friendly, so helping, so true. Gym 1, 2, 3 Glee Club 3 Jo ' s serene, likeable, and her neat appearance is ad- mired by all her classmates and though she seems quiet her very close friends know her to be overflowing with fun. 35 L945 Edward F. Searles High School BARBARA MARY PERRAULT With laughter in her eyes. Orchestra 1 Girl Reserves 2, 3, 4 Band 1, 2, 3 Home Nursing 3 Various Committees Barb is a person who enjoys life immensley. Troubles just can ' t catch up with her, for she is always brimming with sparkling pep. Happy days, Barb ! PAUL H. PERRAULT A man of few words is he. Cadets 1, 2 Paul is a quiet, unassuming, easy-going fellow. His life will be a successful, if not a spectacular one. CONSTANCE E. PLAYDON Stay as sweet as ' you are! Girl Reserves 2, 3, 4 Glee Club 3 Gym 1, 2, 3 Connie is one the sweetest girls in the class with a reputation for her snappy clothes. She is full of fun and a true friend. Loads of luck, Connie ! JACQUELINE ELIZABETH POLLAND Quiet, but full of fun! Girl Reserves 2 We were all delighted to have Jackie back with us this year, after her long illness. A good student and a true friend, she is a large addition to the Senior Class. We know she will be a success in her chosen career. HAZEL POWELL Good luck befriend thee. Gym 1, 2, 3 Glee Club 3 Although she is rather quiet, Hazel always has a word of greeting for anyone. We know that you will be success- ful in whatever field you choose, Hazel. 30 1945 Edward F. Searles High School EARL S. QUANCE Why worry what tomorrow may bring? Track 2, 3 Band 1, 2, 3, 4 Earl ' s interest in one band has made us all sit up and take notice. He gets a lot of fun out of living and im- parts his pleasure to all around. Smooth sailing! JUNE BANCOUBT Warm charity, the genial friend. Gym 1, 2, 3 Glee Club 3 June is one girl we are always glad to have around. Her neat appearance and pleasing personality have attracted many an eye, especially one in the Navy. Best of luck, June! EDWABD EUGENE BATCLIFFE ' Silence is a virtue. Cadets 2, 3 Edward is a quiet fellow who has a cordial attitude to- ward his classmates. His kind nature will help him attain and keep true friends. JEAN G. BICHABDSON Mischief lurks in her eyes. Girl Reserves 2, 3 Various Committees Senior Play Ring Committee 3 Glee Club 3 Home Nursing 3 Gym 1 Behind those twinkling blue eyes and lovely smile, lies a spirit that we ' re all familiar with. Jean ' s splendid performance in the Senior Play has proved natural dra- matic ability. She has a personality to be envied and we know she ' ll be a wonderful success as a dietician. We ' re ill rooting for you! ROBEBT BIPLEY A regular fellow Cadets 3, 2 Ring Committee 3 A beguiling smile, a witty remark, and you ' ve met Bob, one of our most popular senior boys. Yes, believe it or not! He seems to have a genuine interest in everyone he meets and always has a friendly Hi! on the tip of his tongue. All the luck in the world, Bob! 37 ' 4 1 Kdwaki) F. Seakles High School 194-5 MANUAL A .ROSA, JR. Some think he ' s quiet. Cadets 2, 3, 4 Baseball 3, 4 Manny , as he is known to his many friends, is one of our finest senior boys. His outward appearance is serious, but if you will look closely, you will see laughing eyes. It ' s been an honor to have you with us, Manny , and don ' t let anything change you! FREDERICK ROTHER A man of few words is he. Cadets 2, 3 Fred is one of the good looking fellows in our class. He ' s neat and quiet and is known as a regular fellow. There are many who are proud to claim him as a friend. GRACE EMILY ROTONDO Her charms are many, faults hardly any. Basketball 2, 3, 4 Girl Reserves Gym 1, 2, 3, 4 Senior Play Committee Grade ' s lovely smile and pretty hair are the envy of many a girl. All through her school years she has kept that agreeable disposition. You ' ve been a peach to know, Grace — don ' t turn off that becoming smile. CALVIN RUSHFORTH The young man with the horn. Band 1, 2, 3, 4 Calvin is short, blond, and full of the devil. His tricks only make us like him more. He is musically inclined, also. There is a real future awaiting Calvin in the world of music. ANNIE SABA Laughing eyes Dark-haired Annie is full of fun. Most important of all, rhe laughs readily at other people ' s jokes. She is studious and will make good in whatever field she chooses. 38 1945 Edward F. Searles High School SELMA SABA Strength through work. Solma is serious and industrious, but she can always take a little time off to hear someone ' s troubles and sym- nathize with them. We are sure that she will do well in her chosen career. CAROL SCHLEGEL Life can be beautiful Junior Party Committee Girl Reserves 1, 2, 3 Junior Red Cross Committee 3 Sophisticated Carol is the envy of many a girl in the Methuen High. She dresses well and has a figure to match. She is active in the various social activities of the school. BARBARA SCHROEDER Great big beautiful doll. Barbara typifies everything nice said about blondes. She is rather quiet, but doesn ' t like to waste her time saying silly things. MAURICE SHAPIRO If you want learning, you must work for it. Track Manager 3, 4 Year Book Committee 4 Blue and White 4 Cadets 2, 3 Not only shall we remember Our friend Moe , for his friendliness and advice, but for his brilliant recitations in every class. We have yet to see the day when he fails to answer, whether it be boring MacBeth or fascinating Physics. We know that any College will be proud to enroll Moe as a student. Good luck, Maurice! SADIE SIMONE A little smile goes a long way. Girls ' A. A. 3 Vim, vigor and vitality are certainly characteristic attributes of Sadie. She always seems so bright and cherry. We know that Sadie is going to make good in tho career she picked out. 39 Edward F. Searles High School I ' Mf) Girl Reserves 2, BARBARA SLATER The Lady in Red. 3, 4 Barbara ' s red hair matches her sparkling personality. She is gay, witty, and charming and never lets any situ- ation pass without injecting some humor into it. DONALD J. SMITH Why worry what tomorrow brings. Here we have Don , one of the Smith brothers, and one of the finest boys you could ever want to know. Even though he lacks height, Don will long be remembered for his fine football playing. Keep up the good sports- manship! V RICHARD SMITH The silent Yankee. Track 3 Cadets 3 Senior Play Committee 4 Dick is quite an unassuming fellow, but underneath that cover of shyness, works his clever mathematical brain. He was the whiz of the physics class. Dick was Maine ' s gift to Methuen High School. BOB SMITH Faint heart never won fair lady. Band 1 Basketball 1, 2, 3 Orchestra 1 Football 2 Cadets 2 Baseball 1 Student Council 3 Bob is one of the most popular boys in the senior class and it is easy to see why. He ' s always brimming over with personality and always has something good to say of everyone. It ' s fairly obvious that he will make a suc- cess of whatever profession he chooses to follow. MARY STABILE You ' d be so nice to come home to. Gym 2, 3, 4 Gym Demonstration 3 Basketball 2, 3, 4 Mary is one of our cutest bobby-sockers . She doesn ' t exactly squeal when Franky is mentioned, but she comes close to it. We envy Mary because she always seems to have a good time. We hope good times continue. 40 1945 Edward F. Searles Hich School THOMAS TANANA Tom, Tom, the Piper ' s son. Track 3 Watch out when Tom gets that twinkle in his eye. There ' s some dirty work afoot! Tom has his serious side, though, and he can be very industrious when he tries, but watch out for that twinkle! JACQUELINE THOMAS To have a friend is to be one. Band 2, 3, 4 Girl Reserves 2, 3, 4 Because Jacky gives her very best for M. H. S. we have the best band around here. Friendly, neat, Jacky has truly been an asset to her school. Best of everything, Jacky ! DONALD F. TINSCH Women delight me not. Cadets 2, 3, 4 Military Ball Committee 4 Senior Play Committee 4 Don has both a light side and a serious side which his friends, who are too numerous to count, know. He ' s the man to get if your radio ever refuses to operate. Speaking of electricity, Don was our sound-effects man for the Senior Play. Wishes for your success are many, Don. WALTER JOHN TOBIN Mischief lurks in his eyes. Cadets 2, 3 Oh, how Toby loves to tease the girls! Even the boys are not safe from being teased by him. Regardless of this fact, Toby is loved by everyone. Best of luck, Toby ! ARTHUR TOPPING Just pleasure and laughter That ' s all he ' s after. Band 1, 2 Cadets 3 Track 2 You can always expect a laugh when Art is around. He is one of those persons that seem to let nothing bother them. May the road of life you follow be smooth, Art . 41 Si ,-. 1% 4 Edward F. Seaklks Hk;ii School 1945 HAROLD TRAUB Quietness is a virtue. Track 2, 4 Cadets 2, 3, 4 Harold is a member of Mr. Byrne ' s fine track team. He is, also, a lieutenant in the M.H.S. Cadet Corps. Best of luck, Harold. Gil IRENE TUMINOWSKI Of mildest manner and gentlest heart. A. A. Irene is quiet compared to most girls in the class; but she is just as sociable as any of her classmates. There are many that admire her friendliness. Best of luck in everything, Irene! f DAVY VARTANIAN ' Honest toil brings victory. Basketball 4 Every basketball fan knows Davy, for he is not only an excellent player, but a fine sport. May you continue to be as loyal and fine a sport in whatever you do in life,. ROBERT WAIN It ' s unwise to be too serious. Cadets 2, 3 Senior Class Play Bob needs no introduction to anyone. It will be quite some time before anyone forgets Bob ' s acting in the Senior Class Play. My, but those pajama ' girls were cute. Best of luck in everything, Boh . RITA WARD Good luck befriend thee. Girls ' Gym 1, 2, 3 Rita is one of the quieter members of the class, but none the less sociable. Willing to help in whatever she is rsked to help in, she should have no trouble getting any- where in life. 42 1945 Edward F. Searles High School FREDERICK WATTS A friend worth having! Cadets 2, 3, 4 Freddie, with his unfailing effort and pleasing person- ality, has made us like him immensely, whether he knows it or not. Endowed with a generous nature, he is always willing to lend his classmates a helping hand. We sin- cerely wish you luck as you start out anew, Freddie! BETTY WENZEL It is a friendly heart that has plenty of friends. Although Betty is rather shy, she is one person whom everyone is proud to call his friend. Cheerfully going along her quiet way, she has won scores of friends, who all wish her — Good Luck! WILLIAM WESTON Silence speaks for itself. Cadets 2, 3, 4 Bill is so quiet that we have a hard time remember- ing he is around, when suddenly we face laughing brown eyes and a lovable smile. His friends claim him to be full of fun, so with that combination, how can he fail. RITA ANN WHELAN I love the life I live. Girl Reserves 2, Gym 2 Glee Club 3 Senior Play Committee 4 Here is one girl who needs no introduction. Laughing her way through High School, she has won scores of friends and is equally popular in both sexes. Stay natural, Rita, we like you that way. BARBARA WHITE Happy and gay, she goes on her way. Blue and White 3, 4 Girl Reserves 2 Glee Club 3, 4 Year Book Committee 4 Senior Play Committee Gym 2, 3 Class Secretary 2, 3, 4 Babs is a girl that has a smile for anyone and every- one. She has been very active in just about every school activity. By the way, Babs , where do you get all your pep? Best of everything, Babs . 43 Edward F. Searles High School 1945 BKRNICE J. WILKINSON Stay as sweet as you art ' ! Ring Committee 3 Basketball 2 Band 2, 3, 4 Girl Reserves 2 One of the most popular, fun loving seniors, Bunny is known far and wide for her excellent leadership of our Band. Tripping along the corridors, she has often been the object of many admiring eyes because of her good taste in clothes. Keep laughing, Bun . NORMA WILLIAMSON We searched and searched ' till at last we found a red-head who was with no temper endowed! Girls Reserves Gym It is with pleasure that we introduce you to Norma, our giggling, sweet-tempered red-head. Even though we don ' t know Norma ' s future plans, we know that she ' ll be a success. LINWOOD A. WOODBURY We like your genial pleasant air Cadets 2, 3, 4 A flashing smile, a friendly hi , and you meet Lin, one of our most charming boys! Lin is noted for his love of dancing. A.nd we know he ' ll be a success in his career as a dentist. HAZEL LILLIAN WRIGHT I love life Girl Reserves 2, 3 Gym 2, 3 Laughter and witty remarks emphasize the fact that Hazel is around. Hard work has given her the reward she longed for and we know that she ' ll succeed in her career as a specialized nurse in child training. ELIHU YORSHIS Success is won by honest toil! Band 1, 2, 3, 4 Basketball 3, 4 Track 2, 3, 4 Captain Senior Play Committee May we introduce you to Elihu, our own Einstein and Mr. Brown ' s delight. Quiet, but surely to the top. May you be as successful later in life. 44 REGINALD E. MORRIS Smooth Landings! Ted is one individual we truly admire. When his name was called for recitations, we sat back with relief, for Ted could rave on for hours about Boa Constrictors or Rattle Snakes. His beautiful smile, combined with light blonde hair, certainly make him outstanding in his Army uniform. Good luck on those jumps, Ted ! MANLEY RICHARDSON A man of few words is he! Quiet and unassuming, man lived day by day, serious- ly doing his work and cheerfully helping others. A familiar figure on the baseball diamond, man will long be re- membered wherever he may be. Band 1, 2 RONALD ROBICHAUD Anchor ' s Aweight Orchestra 1 Being Navy minded, we have not had the pleasure of Ronnie ' s company as long as we desired. He left us in his Junior year to join Uncle Sam ' s forces in Navy blue While at Searles, Ron could always be seen tooting vigorously on his trumpet. Best of luck to a swell kid! HARRY ZENKER For he ' s a jolly good fellow. Football 4 Senior Play Cadets 2, 3, 4 Blue and White 4 Harry is another of our unobtrusive boys; modesty hid- ing his real charm. One of an inseparable three, he has proved his loyalty as a True-Blue friend. Here ' s to you, Harry! JENNIE ZINNO Happy and gay, she goes on her way. Gym 2, 3, 4 Small, dark-haired Jennie is one girl that Methuen High boasts of. Because her heart belongs strictly to the Navy, we have missed her presence at many of our soc ' al affairs. Success to you, Jennie! ALFRED HUARD Live today, ignore tomorrow, and forget yesterday. Cadets 2, 3 Here is a boy whose cheerful and optomistic outlook on life will always be a priceless asset. His open frank- ness, willing cooperation, and easy-going disposition have made him an ideal classmate. We hope he can find some use for the good luck we wish him. Edward F. Searles Hk;ii School 1945 iPJtatlsJtlcA Student who has done most for the school Prettiest Girl (Queen) Handsomest Boy (King) Most Popular Girl Most Popular Boy Most Sociable Girl Most Sociable Boy Most Athletic Girl Most Athletic Boy Neatest Girls Neatest Boy Girl Most Likely to Succeed Boy Most Likely to Succeed Best All- A round Girl Best Ail-Around Boy Class Sheik Class Baby Girl Class Baby Boy Class Blonde Class Redhead Class Cutie Class Flirt Class Gigolo Class Angel Class Brute Class Musician Barbara White June Koehler Ufred Kodis Barbara White Donald Hebsch Barbara White Donald Hebsch Pauline Harris Donald Hebsch Claire Ball - Jane Dully Anthony Furnari Marie Matthes Gilbert Lutz Pauline Harris Donald Hebsch Anthony Furnari Dorothy Smith Robert Smith Carolyn Meinelt Norma Williamson Betty Jane Cnossen Frances Castle Cosmos Gaglis Marie Matthes Robert Otto Lawson Battv 40 1945 Edward F. Searles High School Class Einstein (Scientist) Class Ginger Rogers (Dancer) Class Fred Astaire (Dancer) Class Mexican Athlete (Bull-thrower) Class Woman Hater Class Man Hater Class Giggler Class Shark Class Dude Class Peppiest Class Busiest Class Noisiest Boy Class Noisiest Girl Class Quietest Boy Class Quietest Girl Hardest to Rattle Master of Sarcasm Faculty Pet Mutt and Jeff Class Jester Most Courteous Perfect Lover Best Liked Teacher Class Loud Speaker Most Optimistic Class Actress Class Actors Class Most Sleepy Most Talkative Class Walking Dictionary Gilbert Lutz Bernice Wilkinson Allen Cousen Robert Otto Gilbert Lutz Marie Matthes Betty Jane Cnossen Elihu Yorshis Tony Furnari Barbara White Barbara White Robert Otto Frances Castle Richard Smith Marie Matthes Donald Tinsch Maurice Shapiro Barbara White Robert Smith and Roland Middleton Robert Otto Richard Smith Alfred Kodis Mr. Bagnell Lawson Batty Verna Langille Jean Richardson Donald Hebsch - Eric Hermanns George Harris Frances Castle Gilbert Lutz 47 Edward I ' . Searles High School L945 IheAlderiV 6, Add ieAb C f IS president of the Senior class, I have the pleasure - , . J of welcoming the parents and friends of the members of the graduating class of 1945, to our annual class day exercises. Little did we realize that the time vvould come so swiftly when we must depart from our beloved high school. Some of our classmates have already left us for the armed forces, pointing the way that most of the boys will shortly follow. Our girls, too, are feeling the nostalgia of exchanging familiar scenes and old friends for new vistas. So we gather once more for festivities which we hope to look back upon as a fitting climax to the happiness we have enjoyed in Searles High School. I thank you. Donald F. Hebsch 48 1945 Edward F. Searles High School SAaduaJtwn Awvcunqmvejnik 1945 Valedictorian Salutatorian GRADUATION HONORS Marie Matthes Gilbert Lutz CLASS DAY Ivy Oration Class History Class Song Class Poem Class Prophecy Class Will President ' s Address Marjorie Jones Maurice Shapiro Carol Jenkinson Marjorie Jones Norma Egerton Eric Hermanns Dorothy Humphrey Richard Smith Donald Hebsch 4«J Edward I ' . Skaki.ks Hk;h School 1945 QlaM, UiUoAjy, y DIKS and gentlemen, before your N. B. S. reporter takes you into josa- the conference hall, we should like to give you an account of the events Leading up to this meeting and say a few words about the conferers. The Class of ' 45 is present. The fate of this class is being decided by The Big Three. In accord- ance with our democratic way of life, The Big Three are representatives. The forces of good are represented by an angel, the forces of evil are rep- resented by a devil, and the class is represented by Principal Carleton D. Skillings. In order that they may reach a proper decision, The Big Three are re- viewing the history. With the realization that a tremendous decision will be made after the review. N. B. S. is making it possible for the entire coun- try to hear the history. We now switch you to the conference room to hear the history given by a member of the class. Patronizing is the word for the looks the sophomore class received in J 942 from the all-important all-knowing and all-powerful seniors and juniors. We were confidently expected to lose our way, walk into wrong rooms, and act like typical sophomores, but we were different. Since the fact that all the rooms numbered in the tens were on the first floor, twenties on the second floor, and thirties on the third floor had been explained to us, we found no difficulty in locating our classes, much to the disgust of our upper-classmen who expected us to roam helplessly through the school for the first week as they had done. After settling down comfortably, we lost no time in electing officers. We chose Alfred Kodis, president; Lewis Breen, vice-president; Barbara White, secretary; and Jane Duffy, treasurer. A few weeks later, we were officially admitted into the social whirl of the High School with the sophomore reception. The traditional Grand March was led by the senior and sophomore class officers. The dance was a great success and gave the sophomore class the first of its many gay social events. We settled back to our studies and the months flew by. February came, and with it the sophomore party. This was our very first dance as officiating host and needless to say the party was a very great success. In contrast to this gay social event, the weeks that followed seemed to be filled with nothing except books and homework, but with our true dauntless spirit we left the green phase of school life and emerged ' seasoned vet- erans. 50 1945 Edward F. Searles High School We returned from our summer vacations patronizing juniors, conde- scendingly patting the heads of the green freshmen. There were a great many things to be done and we were eager to begin them. First on the docket was the election of class officers. So, pleased with the work the class offiicers had done, we reelected them without exception. The next task was a truly difficult one, that of selecting our class ring. We chose a ring which will always be cherished as a memento of the hap- piest years of our lives. Much to the joy of the sports-conscious juniors, our basketball team was undefeated in their series of sixteen games, and sent to the Boston Garden to participate in the tournament directed by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. January arrived, and with it wind, snow, rain, and the junior party. De- spite all of nature ' s attempt to stop the dance an outstanding social success was scored. In May we had cause to be particularly proud of our track team. The Essex County track meet usually has two divisions. In 1944, due to war restrictions, there were no divisions. This meant that we had to run against schools which had a larger enrollment. Nevertheless, our team showed its power by coming in second, only a quarter of a point behind the winner. Truly we were proud of our track team. The only junior scholastic award is the Washington and Franklin History Medal for excellence in United States history. This award is presented by the Massachusetts Society, Sons of the American Revolution. Due to the metal shortage, the usual award could not be presented, but Marie Matthes received a certificate of equal value. For their excellence in history, books were presented to Marjorie Jones, Gilbert Lutz, Alice Mardirosian, Carol Jenkinson and Maurice Shapiro. Spring brought baseball, and our team had great success, winning 1 1 and only losing 3. Clearly shall we remember June 6, and the announcements that sped through the air. Invasion! It was a day, not of rejoicing but of prayer. The waiting phase was at an end. We were a very thoughtful group of juniors that finished school in June. Summer days passed quickly and we returned, the all-important seniors. In an assembly at the beginning of the year, Principal Skillings warned that time would pass very quickly. Little did we realize the significance of those words. At our first senior class meeting, we chose Donald Hebsch, president; Eric Hermanns, vice-president; Barbara White, secretary, and Norma Egerton, treasurer. 51 Edward F. Searles I1k;ii School 1945 Our football team, always very popular, had great success. Out of a grueling schedule our boys, under the captainship of George Harris, won seven games and lost only one. The success of the football season was greatly aided by the opening of our new stadium which provided seating for a large number of spectators. The senior class began to hum with activity. The Blue and White staff was elected and editor Barbara White with her very able assistants made the magazine the best it has been for many years. The first big social event was the sophomore reception. We welcomed the lower-classmen in our own inimitable way. Yet, there was more than one senior who paused that night to think back to the time when ' he quaked into the sophomore reception and looked very, very green. We thought also of the number of our boys who had left the class to join the globe en- circling fight for freedom. By the end of the evening, we had the sophomores forgetting their troubles and the reception was pronounced a success by all. Members of the senior play ' s cast were chosen and rehearsals were begun. The gigantic task of creating a yearbook got underway with Eric Herrmanns at the editor ' s desk. The gay senior party was held next. The party stood out as the bright spot in the midst of a great deal of hard work. In December, the senior play, Campus Quarantine was presented. It was an outstanding success and deserved all the applause it received. Under the able direction of Miss Alice Littlejohn, the cast wended its merry way through one amusing situation after another. Jean Richardson and Don Hebsch are to be particularly praised for their outstanding characterization. One of the greatest honors a senior girl can receive is to be dhosen as the ' Good Citizenship Pilgrim from Methuen High School. We selected Bar- bara White to this position because of her outstanding qualities of leader- ship, true character, patriotism, and honor. We made a wise choice. The eagerly awaited 39th Military Ball was the next social event. The art department under Mr. Melia ' s capable direction did an unusually inter- esting job with the decorations. The Grand March led by Major George Harris and Class Queen June Koehler was an impressive sight. Under col- ored lights the evening was all too quickly danced away. In order to defray the cost of the yearbook, a magazine drive took place. It ,as at this time that many of our shy seniors went rapping on their neigh- bor s doors and with big, wide eyes, were asking Would you please buy a magazine subscription? Through the efforts of the leading members of the cla ? tl e drive was a success. Mr. Elwell ' s room brought in the most 52 Roosevelt. His make and prese 1945 Edward F. Searles High School subscriptions, but there are no hard feelings. We all heard t ' he screams of anguish coming from the members of his class Who had not brought in their daily cmota, but let me repeat, there are no hard feelings. Our student council has taken an active part in school funct ions this year. Outstanding was their notable War Bond rally. President Lawson Batty was master of ceremonies and a very clever program was presented. Needless to say, sales of stamps rose steadily. April 12 brought the death of our beloved President, Franklin Delano loss lays a greater burden on us, for we, in the future, must ve t ' he peace for which he gave his life. Sadly we moved on our way real ' izing that we had lost one of the best friends of the youth of America. Next came the announcement of Graduation and Class Day honors. They were Marie Matthes, Valedictorian; Gilbert Lutz, Salutatorian; Marjorie Jones, Ivy Oration and Maurice Shapiro, Class History. From a list of forty eligible names the class elected a boy and a girl for the Class Proph- ecy, a boy and a girl for t ' he Class Will. They were Eric Hermanns and Norma Egerton, Prophecy; Dorothy Humphrey and Richard Smith, Will. Other ' honors were: Carol Jenkinson, Class Song; Marjorie Jones, Class 1 Poem. We have one more social event, the senior prom. It will be a gay, happy dance filled with nostalgia, our last dance as students of Methuen High School. Thus, ladies and gentlemen, the History of the Class of 1945 has been re- viewed for the listening world. Now a silence falls over the hall. Here is the verdict — The history is not over; it has just begun. The class cannot be judged on what it has done because the past has been a period of learning. The verdict is in the future. -Maurice Shapiro Edward F. Searles High School 1945 Setting — 1955 Methuen University (Commencement) Methuen General Hospital Municipal Stadium Airport Eric: Pardon me, Miss; is this why Norma, it ' s been a long time since I ' ve seen you! Norma: Eric Herrmanns! Hello! Yes ten years are a long time. It ' s loo bad you missed the opening exercises. Lillian Darwesh sang The Star Spangled Banner. S ' he ' s the star of Rushforth and Quance Opera Company now. Dean Lutz introduced Mayor Otto. Bob has been talking for a half hour and is still going strong. We certainly have a nice place here! Eric: Yes. I thought they ' d never get it built. Fred Romer did a swell job designing the buildings, with Arthur Auclaire and Louis Burton taking care of the landscape. Louis wanted the gardens to run lengthwise and Art wanted them the other way; so they tossed a coin — but city surveyor Tanana didn ' t want the gardens anyway. Who ' s that tall fellow on the speakers ' platform? Norma: Whv that ' s Bob Smith. Don ' t you remember him? Ginny Meier opened a physical culture school and he ' s her prize pupil. He ' s head of the school board — no more homework for the students. What ' s all mat commotion down there? Eric: They ' re crowding television star June Koehler, for her autograph. Remember her in Maurice Shapiro ' s prize play Queen ' s Row? Jean Richardson received an award for her role as best supporting actress. How did you get here? Norma: I just came in on the Transcontinental Airlines. Ray Boucher, Roland Middleton and Al Bistany were the pilot and co-pilots, with Doris Kinney, Claire Ball and Doiis Lee as air hostesses. The famous Dr. Yorshis was flying across the country to the Doctors ' Convention to introduce his ideas on zippers in operations. It was quite a trip! How did you come? Eric: In one of Fox and Ducharme ' s Helicopter Specials. I left it at Vntonelli ' s Airmobile Base. He has Leon Dobson and Clif Freije working for him. Hasn ' t Bob finished his speech yet? 54 1945 Edward F. Searles High School Norma: No; if he doesn ' t stop soon, everyone will be asleep. Have you read Al Kodis ' book Confessions of a Perfect Lover? It ' s really quite interesting. Eric: No, but speaking of Al, — I saw nam at the club the other day discussing with his catcher Manny Rose and Linny Woodbury the prospects of his ball club for the coming season. Who ' s that pulling at Bob ' s coat? Norma: Why Carol of course. S ! be finally stopped him after an hour. 1 guess the exercises are over. Where are you going now? Eric: Shall we visit the new hospital? I hear quite a few of our old classmates are on the staff. Norma: 0. K.! Let ' s go. AT THE HOSPITAL Norma: Look, there ' s receptionist Dotty Humphrey at the desk talking to Bunny Wilkinson and Al Cousen. I hear they run a dancing school of their own. They must be visiting Al Evans. I read that he was a patient here because he drank too much of Don Smith ' s Snappy Soda — sort of a glorified Coke. Eric: We ' d better go into the waiting room until Superintendent Jones can see us. She keeps quite busy running this place, with Barbara Cookson, Jackie Thomas, Barbara Ebert and Norma Williamson as nurses, and Hazel Wright is in the children ' s ward. A lot of our girls went in training as soon as High School was over. Listen: Dr. Lawson Batty is wanted in surgery. Isn ' t that Jenny Zinno ' s voice over the loud speaker? Norma: I think it is! Look, here ' s a copy of Tips, Toni Furnari ' s new fashion magazine. There ' s an interesting article by Fran Castle called How to preserve your nylons and some splendid designs by Betty Jane Cnossen, Betty Mae Couilliard and Connie Playdon. Betty Jane has her own dress shoppe in town. It ' s really exclusive — with Mary Stabile, Mar- jorie Barry, and Rita Whelan as models. Eric: Oh! I know where the shoppe is, right next to Cosmos ' Colos- seum! Some of the waitresses there are Doris Brothers, Betty Wenzel and Sadie Simone. Roger Morency is the head cashier; he always did stay close to the money box in the caf. There ' s an article about the new country club where Joe Kamal is golf instructor. I hear that Leo Kettleman is here in the hospital because Harold Traub ' s wild shot hit him on the head. Norma: But that happened quite a while ago. Isn ' t he well yet? Eric: No. He isn ' t even trying to get well, with cute Barbara Slater, Caroline Meinelt and Helen Mann as his nurses. 55 Edward F. Searles High School 1945 Ncrma: That sounds just like ' him! Did you bring your vest pocket portable radio with you? Well, why don ' t you see if you can get Marilyn Child ' s piano concert on Station WMUR. Eric: We ' ve missed it, but Who Says Life is Beautiful, a new serial sob story starring Verna Langille as Merry Myrtle, and Ernest Carpenito as Hard to Get Harry, will be on in about ten minutes. It ' s sponsored by Batchelder ' s Snappy Breakfast Cereal — guaranteed to pep you up or put you down. It ' s getting pretty late; do you think we ought to wait any longer? Norma: No! I ' ll leave a note at the desk and we can come back later. Let ' s go over to the new stadium; there ' s a game at 14:00 o ' clock. Eric We ' ll just have time to make it if we hurry. AT THE STADIUM Eric. Why look, Don Hebsch ' s team is warming up. Don not only man- ages the team, but also is the star player. He can still sock the ball. His team is playing Polly Harris ' Amazons in an exhibition game today. Ruth Nadar, Grace Rotondo and Rita Ward play on the team. I think Don ' s boys will have quite a time. It seems we are going to have some music before the game. Bob Mugrdechian is conducting the band. There are a few notables in the crowd. See anybody we know? Norma: There ' s Al Clement, the owner of Growo Vitamin Pill Co. He employs a great many of our own girls. Irene Tuminowski, Theresa Michalski, Rose Garabidean and Betty Linehan work in the main office. Look, there ' s that famous dancer, Edward Cook. I hear that his steps are known the world over. That sports announcer looks familiar. Do you know who he could be? Eric: Why, that ' s Anthony Grecco. We might have known. He was always a great sports follower. He does a good job in broadcasting the games. His technicians are Donald Tinsch. and ,A1 Huard. They are all members of Station WMUR ' s staff. Fred Houghton is the broadcast arrang- er. June Rancourt and Hazel Powell are members of their staff, too. Do you listen to many of their programs? Norma: Yes, Henrietta Kiessling ' s program of Piano Melodies is pleasing to the ear. She certainly can play. Betty Corkum ' s program of her own poems is very interesting. Betty always could write verse. Bob Ripley, that famous news analyst also writes for Barbara White ' s Methuen l.lanon. Eric: Oh, did Barb get her paper? I remember how she was always good at editing the Blue and White. I ' ll have to get a copy of the Clarion at Tobin ' s Newsstand. Anyone we know write for her? 56 1945 Edward F. Searles High School Norma: Why yes, she has several of our old classmates on her staff. Harry Zenker is her associate editor, and Jane Duffy has the society column Who Was Where With Whom, you know. Alice Aznoian has a column called Household Hints and Haunts. Some of the roaming reporters are Billy Cole, Teddy Hoelzel, and Eddie Ratcliffe. Eric: Sounds swell; maybe I ought to drop in at the office. Where is it located? Norma: Right next to Hoelzel ' s Haberdashery. Walter Hoelzel is the proprietor. He has some of our own girls working for him also. There ' s Connie Ferris, Betty Hickey and Ann Lahan. t A few days ago, I was in the store and head clerk Arthur Topping was trying to sell Bob Crabtree a pink tie with Kelly green butterflies on it. Bob was putting up a great fight, but he finally bought it to keep Arthur quiet. Eric: I always said Art would make a good salesman. The game ' s all over and we ' ve talked right through it! The final score is 5-3 in favor of Polly ' s Amazons. Well, you never should argue with a woman. Let ' s have one of Fazzi ' s Fresh Frankforts while waiting for the crowd to get out. Norma: Thanks! Why, there ' s Dot Grass and Thelma Fone. They are lab technicians now. I think they work for that company that invented a new powder to make vegetables grow three times their natural size. David Vartanian uses it on his truck garden. Eric: I wondered why his products were always so large. I can still remember reading of the time when Ted Morris was forced to parachute and landed in Dave ' s cornfield. He hit one of the larger stocks and an ear of corn fell and knocked 1 him out. It made quite a story for the newspapers. Norma: Yes, I remember that. I guess I ' d better start for the airport. Eric: We ' ll catch one of Dick Cyr ' s Jiffy Cars and go to Antonelli ' s. I ' ll take you to the airport in my helicopter. Here comes a car now. Norma: Look, that ' s Marcelle Breton driving the car. I hear that Shirley Cedergren and Marilyn Hey are drivers on this line, too. Eric: We just passed Dick Smith ' s Ski Shop. He always was ski-minded. Barbara Fielding and Josephine Palumbo are salesladies in his store. It won ' t be long and we ' ll be at Charlie ' s. Norma: There ' s Annie and Selma Saba ' s Beauty Shoppe. Marion Flanders is the receptionist and Barbara Schroeder and Barbara Perrault are the beauticians. Isn ' t it Don Brackett ' s auto firm that makes these cars for Dick? 57 1945 Edward F. Searles High School hnv. les. Don has quite a big business. He has a great number of our classmates working fo r him. There ' s Irene Beaulieu, Helen Cordeau, Barbara Berndston and Grace Hajjar in the secretarial division. Domenic Consoli is the manager of the assembly division. Well, here ' s Charlie ' s! M helicopter is the fourth on the left. Vorma: You mean that streamlined one with the dent in the back? How did you get that dent? Eric: That ' s it all right. 1 lent it to Ronnie Robichaud and he had an accident when Millie Howe ran into him. Her lawyer, Betty Houston, did a bit of fast talking and Judge Matthes fined him fifty dollars. The dent will be taken care of by John Chludzinski ' s insurance company. I guess we ' d better start for the airport. Norma: Yes, let ' s get started. The plane certainly rides smoothly. Muc ' i more comfortable than the old methods of transportation, autos and horses. And while we ' re speaking of horses, did you hear about the acci- dent Florian Conca had the other day? He had gone to Sylvia Majerison ' s riding academy and had rented a horse. The horse was frightened by a sky car flying too low and threw Floren! But he ' s OK now. Could you drop in at Watts ' Drug Store? I ' ve got to pick up some pictures I left to be de- veloped. You remember Fred Watts, don ' t you? Eric: Sure do! He ' s got quite a drug syndicate now. Alice Maderosian is in charge of all the bookkeeping work, and Viola Fichera and Janice Milliken each manage one of his stores. Boy, there are certainly a great many air cars in the sky today! Must be something going on. Norma: Yes, George Harris, professional football coach, is giving a lecture at the Public Hall. Hey, look out! That was close. And to think it was a woman driver! Wasn ' t that Jackie Berube? Eric: Yes, it was she all right! She ' s probably going to pick up her passe ngers, Leona Brum, Shirley Bernhard, Jacqueline Polland and Mary Burgon. They work at Richardson ' s ship yard. Gloria Marchand is the nurse there. She ' s been kept pretty busy ever since James Hajjar hit his thumb with the punch hammer. Well, here ' s the airport. You ' ve still some t ' me before your plane leaves. Norma: Yes, I ' ll go and get my ticket. Why, that ' s Barbara Greenwood selling the tickets, and Bea McCracken is handing out the transfers. I ' m all set now! There is Paul Perrault announcing the incoming and outgoing planes. Eric: Your plane is coming in on runway five. There go crew chiefs 58 1945 Edward F. Searles High School Dave Lombardi and William Weston to check the plane. There are a lot of our friends making the trip with you. Norma: Yes, I know. There ' s Shirley Booth, Clara Foresta and Ruth Morley. And over there is the noted missionary, Carol Jenkinson. Eric: And there ' s Peggy Hill who is the star of Mary ' s Other Hus- band and One Woman ' s Family, better known as the Crowded House. Why, here comes our own General Louis Breen; I guess he has to get back to his base. i Norma: Well, it ' s time to leave. It ' s been nice seeing you again. Re- member to drop in if you are ever out our way. Eric: O.K. Give my regards to Bob. What ' s he doing, by the way? Norma: He keeps pretty busy acting. He still laughs when he thinks of the two of you in those girls ' pajamas. So long! Eric: Good bye, Norma! Eric Herrmanns Norma Egerton 5!) Kd ki F. Skaki.ks High School 1945 9,u y, OAaJtian HE planting of the ivy has been included in the Class Day exercises of 55OT the graduating classes oi the Edward K. Searles High School for issea forty years. This traditional ceremony has taken place in times of prosperity, and in times of depression; in times of peace, and in times of war. Each class planted the ivy with the hope that it would contribute its share to the beautification of the school; in almost every case the hope was fulfilled. The ivy, as it survives the harsh treatment of the various forces of nature, has come to symbolize for us the qualities of tenacity, strength 1 , persever- ance, and hope. The ivy must resist storms and hurricanes which try to tear its clinging tendrils from the walls. It must survive the frost and snow of the winter, and the drought of the summer in order to accomplish its function of beautifying our school. Inspired by watching the growth of the ivv, the members of the class will make their start in the world with hope, and they will uphold their standards of honor and right with tenacity and perseverance. By steadfastly living up to its highest ideals, this year ' s class will be a credit to our school. May the worthy example of this class help to strengthen the school spirit of the classes which will follow. We are planting the ivy today with the hope that by the time this plant has gained a firm grip in the earth and started its spread up the walls our servicemen will be home, after having secured the freedom to enjoy the democratic rights which are given to us by our Constitution. As the ivy is planted today, the members of the class consecrate themselves to the duty of living up to the highest ideals of the class of nineteen hundred and forty- five. May we follow our course with perseverance, cling to our beliefs with tenacity, meet all life ' s temptations and disappointments with strength, and ever lose sight of that guiding light, hope. — Marjorie C. Jones CO 194.5 Edward F. Searles Hich School o-ciat Emeriti SOPHOMORE RECEPTION- Our first social event of the school year was held October 13th, when the Seniors officially welcomed the Sophomores lo the High School. A carnation was given to every Sophomore girl during the Grand March and dancing and refreshments were enjoyed by all. SENIOR PLAY- December 1st was the night the Seniors presented their annual Class Play at the Central School Hall which was crowded to capacity. We will never forget our pajama boys and our feminine (?) nurse! THE SENIOR PARTY held November 2nd will be long remembered for the humorous entertainment in the form of a parody on Julius Caesar pre- sented by a group of the Senior boys. JUNIOR PARTY- Those who attended this event on January 19th will vouch for its being a success. Dancing to the music of George Taylor was very enjoyable and the refreshments were super! SOPHOMORE PARTY- A good time was in store for all who went to the Sophomore Party in April. As this was the Sophomores ' first attempt at running a party for their upper-classmen, we had a chance to view their fine initiative and school spirit. MILITARY BALL- The event of the year, the Military Ball, was held March 16th, with music by Tony Brown ' s orchestra. The Grand March with cadets in uniform and girls in their lovely gowns, made a colorful pic- lure and was the highlight of the evening. The cadets are to be congratu- lated for the fine showing they made as they exhibited their Military Drill. GIRLS ' A. A. EXHIBITION- After two years ' absence, an athletic ex- hibition was again presented by the girls on April 13th under the direction of Miss Dorothy Chadwick, girls ' physical education instructor. Followed by dancing, it was a success both financially and socially. BAND CONCERT AND DANCE- Our excellent Band once more pre- sented a very enjoyable Band Concert and Dance in May, for our entertain- ment. Methuen High School is very fortunate in having such a fine leader as Hal McDonell. SENIOR PROM- With the close of school very near at hand, we held our Senior Prom in June. The hall was beautifully decorated for the oc- casion and, although we were inwardly sad with the realization that this was our last party while we were in school, a gay atmosphere prevailed. (il Edward F. Searles High School I ' Mf, £enia i QCabt Q$iceM Norma Egerton, treasurer; Donald Hebsch, president Eric Herrmanns, vice-president; Barbara White, secretary 62 tC¥lVI¥IE§ . Kim ui) F. Si mu.ks Hk.ii Si iiooi I MIT) Back Row: H. Waterhouse, L. Batty, L. Greenwood. Front Row: R. Sinith, B. J. Cnossen, A. Rawnsley, C. Meinelt, J. Andonian. Mudent Qauncit j C HE Sludent Council, made up of representatives from the three classes, 2 1 has been an active functioning group this year. The duties of the SBBH Sludent Council consist of the following: Meeting with the principal and discussing the social events of the school and any other events pertain- ing to the student body; acting as an intermediate group between the stu- dents and the School Board. The Sludent Council staged a giant War-Bond Rally which was a great success. We hope that future Student Councils will continue the good work started this year. 66 1945 Edward F. Searles High School Back Row: M. Shapiro, R. Leonard, A. Ramskill, J. Duffy, C. Meinelt, Mr. J. Bagnell, M. Jones, J. Koehler, M. Kilmurray, M. Flanders, H. Zenker, E. Herrmanns. Front Row: E. Trumpold, F. Castle, M. Deady, B. White, B. Lee; M. Matthes; P. Cole OAe. B£ue, and WMe, n Editor-in-Chief Assistant Editor Literary Editor Humor Column News and Notes Editor Exchanges Alumni Subscription Managers Business Managers Junior Assistant Nosey Nook Editors Sophomore Correspondent Profiles Girls ' Athletics Boys ' Athletics Meet the Teachers Faculty Adviser Barbara White Eric Hermanns Maurice Shapiro Jane Duffy, Carolyn Meinelt Marie Matthes Marjorie Jones Doris Lee Mary Kilmurray, Marion Flanders Leo Kettleman. Harry Zenker Kleanor Trumpold June Koehler. Phyllis Cole Norma Wilson Frances Castle Joanne Berndston Richard Leonard Marjorie Deady John A. Bagnell 67 Edward F. Searles Hk;ii School 1945 Gadel GaApd, ( j |HE year 1945 was one of general improvement for the Methuen High ■Hpj School Cadet Corps. Schools were held regularl) foi officers and ■ non-commissioned officers of the Corps. There were really two schools. The one given to the officers was designed to prepare them for the Service; whereas the one given to the non-commissioned officers was intended to [ire- pare them for their work as instructors in their senior year. In spite of the shortage of rifles, the number of drill squads performing dt the Military Ball was increased from 2 to 3. The sergeants commanding the squads were each given seven rifles with which to train their men. In addition to the squads performing at the Ball, there was another compos- ite drill squad, composed of cadets from the other three squads, which performed creditably before a Grange meeting early in March. The Prize Drill is the final event of the year for the Corps. In this drill the enlisted men of the Corps are drilled in the Manual of Arms by their officers, the most proficient cadets receiving medals. After the drill, the officers are presented their diplomas. Then for the last time the Corps passes in review before its instructor and judges. ROSTER OF M. H. S. C. C. Major George Harris, Commanding Adjutant, Gilbert Lutz Capt. Donald Tinsch, Quartermaster 1st Lt. Alfred Bistany, Aide Adj. Gilbert Lutz, CO. Co. A 1st Lt. Cosmos Gagalis 2nd Lt. Linwood Woodbury Capt. Manuel Rosa, CO. Co. B 1st Lt. Roger Morency 2nd Lt. Leo Kettleman Capt. Harry Zenker, CO. Co. C 1st Lt. Clifford Freije 2nd Lt. Harold Traub 2nd Lt. Robert Smith Battalion Instructor — Hon. Colonel Thomas Mosson 68 Edward F. Searles High School 1945 ¥ . t % % I ■ ' ! 5 Back Row: R. Smith, L. Woodbury, R. Morency, L. Kettleman, C. Gagalis; C. Freije H. Traub; T. Mosson, Instructor. Front Row: M. Rosa, A. Bistany, D. Tinsch, G. Harris, G. Lutz, H. Zenker. 69 Ki) i;i V. Si. i;ii:s Hk;ii SCHOOL i« i: Back Row: H. Zenker, C. Antonelli, E. Herrmanns, F. Castle, L. Batty, R. Wain. D. Hebsch. Front Row: M. Child, J. Richardson, Miss Littleiohn, D. Lee, M. Dsady. Menial QlaM May, o LR Senior Class Play, Campus Quarantine, one of the most amus- ing and amazing comedies produced in many years, was a great suc- cess, thanks to the diligent work of the members of the cast, the committees, and the excellent direction of Miss Alice Littlejohn. We shall never forget the antics of Don Hebsch in the feminine role of a nurse, nor the sceee in which Eric Herrmanns and Robert Wain wore girls ' pajamas. 70 1945 Edward F. Searles High School Standing-: M. Childs, M. Dcady, M. Barry, C. Playdon, I Beaulieu, A. Aznonion, J. Koshler (Quee.i,) A. Kodis (King,) J. Berube, H. Wright, V. Langille, Seated: C. Schlegel, P. Hill, M. Stabile. S. Booth, M. Hey, M. Howe, S. Cedergren. Q aM Qay, 7taq,eattt i a FIE traditional Class Day Pageant was held in all its splendor. Its scenery and colorful costumes combine to make an array of beauty never to be forogtten. This ceremony is an event which has rooted itself in the heart of every senior who has graduated from the Edward F. Searles Hijdi School. 71 Edward !• ' . Searles High School 1945 Oxtoi aie ( j HE football team and football season of 1944 will be remembered for years by all. Not only did this team set a fine record in games won, but it also showed it could do when its back seemingly was slowly be- ing forced against a wall. Without the patience and teachings of coaches Hannigan and Morehouse this successful season could not have been enjoyed. Being a fan at the games, you saw how, with every ounce of energy and with true sportsmanship, OUR team came through to win like the sun com- ing out after a shower. Our boys never said die; no, not even in the Central Catholic game. That touchdown with which Don Hebsc ' h retained the title of Leading scorer of Greater Lawrence during the Central Cath- olic game is proof enough for anyone. Everyone in Methuen is proud of the 7 1 record of the 1944 football team: Methuen 18 Hudson 2 Methuen 2 St. John Methuen 27 Tewksbury 6 Methuen 7 Johnson Methuen 34 Pinkerton Methuen 13 And over 9 Methuen 12 Punchard 6 Methuen 6 Central Catholic 20 Methuen 123 Opponents 43 72 1945 Edward F. Searles High School Fourth Row: G. Harris Jr., G. McAlea, D. Hebsch, A. Kodis, L. Batty, R. Miville, R. Barker, F. Dobson, N. Sunderland, L. Partington. Third Row: P. Morehouse, ass ' t coach; B. O ' Rourke, R. Feugill, R. Otto, J. Assaf, F. Kolb, K. Fox, A. Demerjian, cap ' t. elect; C. Duemmling;, D. Bedard, M. Bedrosian, J. Kopacz, J. Hannigan, coach. Second Row: R. Sterndale, A. Ducharme, R. (Thompson, E. Herrmanns, W. Smith, G. Harris, capt.; D. Smith, J. Andonian, P. Hyde, N. Azuoian, M. Rosa H. Farrow. First Row: E. Blaine, R. McLeod, E. Bistany, G. Moynihan, J. Naylor, J. Keefe, K. Wilman, A. Hig ' gins, H. Zenker, W. Zytkewicz. 73 Kiiu KD I ' . Searlks Hk;ii School i« ir Back Row: S. Davis, M. Kilmurray, A. Hambleton, A. Ramskill Front Row: B. Ravg-iala, D. Humphrey, C. Meinelt, L. Cooke S HE excellent football season this year was due, partly, to the highly commendable efforts of the cheerleaders. Led by Dot and Caroline, the girls, dressed in their snappy uniforms, aroused the entire student body with songs and cheers. They were especially proud to be the first to cheer at the new Memorial Stadium. The Senior girls were: Dorothy Humphrey, Caroline Meinelt. Juniors: Leslie Cooke, Alice Hambleton, Mary Kilmurray, Arlene Ramskill. Soph- omores: Shirley Davis, Barbara Ravgiala. 74 1945 Edward F. Searles High School P. Harris (capt.,) G. Rotondo, Front Row: B. Langille, J. Koehler, N. Quance, M. Stabile, B. Thwaites. Back Row: T. Malley, A- Ramskill, J. Bemdston, E. Schatz, J. Duffy, I. O ' Brien, H. Wilson, H. Uttley, J. Petit. QMd ' BxtiMkM { ) RE girls ' basketball team, captained by Pauline Harris, began its 55S55 season after the Christmas holidays. Uthough six games were sched- JSfififl uled, the team was able to play only three due to weather conditions. The second team had an undefeated season. The varsity team was not so lucky, their record showing two defeats and one victory. The one victory was really a great accomplishment; the girls defeated their long-standing rival, Johnson, for the first time in a number of years. Next year ' s team is to be led by Norma Quance. To that team goes our best wishes for a vic- torious season. 75 1945 Edward F. Skaklks Hk;ii School Third Row: M. Shapiro, L. Dobson, R. Barker, G. K. Harris, G. W. Harris, E. Yorshis, (capt.;) M. Bedrosian, L. Woodbury, R. Fuegill, R. Miville, J. Byrnes, coach. Second Row: R. Edson, S. Holland, E. Grcswald, L. Kettltman, A. Demerjian, H. Sunderland, C. Duemmling, H. Traub, D. Smith. First Row: J. Asset , W. Smith, E. Quinlan, G. Caton, A. Higg-ins, W. Bamford, F. Morse, J. Curtin DteuzJlc jTK HE soothing winds of March brought our thirty-three prospective can- ™£L dictates for whal most certainl) was a most successful season. Nexl year ' s stars were quickly spotted by the all-knowing Coach Byrne and our very able captain, Elihu Yorshis. Track is an increasingly popular sport in Methuen High School. We are sure that this popularity will con- tinue in years to come. 76 1945 Edward F. Searles High School Third Row: R. Medauer, R. Hoagg, R. Middleton, D. Hebsch, (capt.;) E. Yorshis, L. Partington, S. Holland, coach Rostron. Second Row: L. Bassett (ragr.;) D. Huston, R. Bowlby, R. Adams, R. Edson, R. Thompson, B. O ' Rourke, J. Rostron. First Row: R. Smith, L. Vartanian, (capt. elect;) W. Lumb, Rostron, P. Bateman, L. Vartanian, . Keyes, R. Heidenreich. C5 % ' BatMlkdl HE Methuen High School basketball team of 1945 led by captain Don Hebsch won many hard fought battles. The boys showed a good amount of excellent teamwork in their playing. There was always a con- genial and sportsmanlike feeling among the fellows and their opponents. The Squad — Seniors: Donald Hebsch, capt., David Vartanian, Roland Middleton, Robert Smith, Elihu Yorshis, Linwood Woodbury. Juniors: Robert Thompson, Bernard O ' Rourke, Leon Vartanian, Raymond Bowlby, Raymond Hogg, Robert Adams, Bernard Keyes, William Lumb, Samuel Holland. Sophomores: David Huston, Lewis Partington, Richard Heiden- reich, Philip Bateman, Ralph Edson, Edward Quinlan. Leon Bassett, mgr. 77 Kdw m F. Si ki.ks Hk;h S iiohi. 1945 vmm r •■: . Third Row : E. Herrmanns, R. Hoag, B. O ' Rourke, D. Hebsch, A. Delduca, P. Rostron, coach. Second Row: M. Rosa, F. Kolb, A. Moynihan, A. Kodis capt.; B. Keyes, L. Vartanian J. Andonian, R. Thompson. First Row: C. Woekel, R. Heidenreich, R. Hunniford, J. Rostron, J. Bateman. BaM cM O N March 26th the call was issued for baseball candidates. About thirty fellows answered coach Rostron ' s call. The veterans Art Del- duca, Don Hebsch and Al Kodis formed the nucleus of this year ' s In each and every game the fellows went out and gave their best for nine the school. 78 1945 Edward F. Searles Hich School Dfae, B.cmd C5 HE Edward F. Searles High School Band, ably conducted by Harold L. McDonnell, has had another very successful season. The war has curtailed some of their activities but the band members are always willing to be of service near home. We take our hats off to all the band members, and especially to Mac, their conductor. 7 J I.i w i;d F. SEARLES High School 1945 Back Row: J. Telford, Mr. Pearson, P. Danforth, D. Eyers, R. Leonard. Front Row: D. Quinn, W. Wallace, B. Fitzgerald, E. Groswald, D. Gibson, D. Crabtre ?. OJ vt OAededAa a EH HIGH school ' s musical program is always definitely helped by an orchestra and we were pleased to see the return of our orchestra this year. Under the able direction of Mr. Pearson the orchestra ren- cred their music at many school functions. 80 rauitFll, 3J?tu?l?r Successor to Schneiders Reputable Jewelers for over 70 years 314 ESSEX STREET LAWRENCE, MASS. TELEPHONE 5676 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 HEAL ESTATE APPRAISERS P. W. Maguire Son, Inc. John J. Maguire, Treasurer INSURANCE 611-612 Bay State Bldg. 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