Methuen High School - Memories Yearbook (Methuen, MA)

Text from Pages 1 - 100 of the 1946 volume:

c q . r OAe !2cHv eA - 1946- £dw a id 9: iP.ea ltd Uiqh ifaAaai, METHUEN MASSACHUSETTS Concilio Et Animo 9)£dLcaUa n To our hard-working and energetic principal, Carleton 1). Skillings, we dedicate The Tower of 1946. Edwarll F. Searles llii li School I ' .Ml. Fourth Row: J. Bagnell, B. Ingalls, J. Byrne, A. Law, U. Beaumont, C. Brown. Third Row: C. Elwell, J. Hannigan, C. Skillings, J Melia, A. Nicholson. Second Row: H. Southworth, M. Lange, C. Lyman, K. Doran, D. Allen, M. Gavitte. First Row: M. McDermott, H. Whitehead, R. Wright, E Lord, E. Smith, A. Coulson. OJhjt OxLCJuflby, Carlelon D. Skillings University of New Hampshire B.S. Ed. M. PRINCIPAL Dorothea T. Allen, Smith A.B. English John Bagnell, Colby B.S. Mathematies 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 College A.B. English Kathleen M. Doran, Boston Univ. 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 N. 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 F. Seniles High School i )|( Qtali9,aetn Our school days now are over. As best of friends we part, And always we ' ll remember Those days of carefree heart. We ' ve worked and played together, And tried in countless ways To bring to thee, Searles High School, ' the meed of righteous praise. Now forty-six o ' er takes us, As graduates wc go, To help maintain our hard-won peace ' Gainst every cunning foe. By wisdom and by courage We ' ll face a hostile world; Our motto, like a banner, Triumphantly unfurled. -Cynthia Leslie i 9 CLASS-S0NG46 Words Bx tftuste By Qp qe Be ijdfaoij f _r? etak. Orlando 1 I I -o he 3EE 1 z: round it? we Ca9 JBy march io£ Wi? dom 3 Ca(3 and ctyoose.wteit 3 ■far fronr? ,§v - - Tr 5 g 3: :£ 1 -y- ' 2 4 P ss: m PI 3 hours at we ' ll with -€ - ror B v or ffi H - - S3 ills Too 3 fast i ave 5o _ if? m helmet a sf ir ' if I way prov i£- •9 8.; 3y Edward F. Searles High School Mil., n i i in | Back Row: A. Rawnsley, M. Kilmurray, R. Yorshis, F. Miller, P. Danforth, S. Holland, R. Leonard, D. Sullivan, P. Edson, J. Cavanaugh. Front Row: C. Leslie, P. Day, S. Nicholson, 1. Berube, G. Hyder, E Trumpold, C. Rich- ardson, N. Eaton, W. Wallace. JxwmA iPjta§§ HE Year Book Staff, headed by Samuel Holland, has worked very hard to make this hook, THE TOWER OF 1 )!( , a successful reminder of our days at Methuen High School. The editorial stall was composed of the following students: Editor-in-Chief — Samuel Holland Associate Editors Raymond Hogg Mary Kilmurray Richard Leonard Shirley Nicholson Picture Committee Grace Hyder Business Managers Cynthia Leslie Rosalie Yorshis Faculty Adviser — Carleton D. Skillings, Prin. Irene Berube Philip Danforth Phyllis Day Patricia Edson Nordice Eaton Jacqueline Cavanaugh Anita Rawnsley Lorayne Richardson Donal Sullivan Winsome Wallace Frederick Miller Eleanor Trumpold I ' lie Seniors • • • Edward F. Searles High School 11) Hi AUDREY HOPE ACKROYD Quiet and neat, thoughtful and sweet. Gym I, 2. 3, 4 Girls ' A. A. 3, 4 Audrey is a neat, quiet girl whose thoughtf ulness and willingness to work have endeared her to all who know her. May good luck follow you always, Audrey. PATRICIA MAE JUDYTH ADAMS Grace and charm has she. Gym I, 2, 3, 4 Girl Reserves 2, 3; Sec ' y 4 Girls ' A.A. 3, 4 Senior Play 4 A little lady with long black curls and dark eyes is Pat. Her sweetness and neatness make her one of our most at- tractive and popular girls. We ' ll always remember her superb performance in our Senior Play. Lots of luck, Pat. J. ROBERT ADAMS Joy have I had. Basketball 2, 3, 4 Cadets 2, 3 Intelligent, witty, and fun-loving are the adjectives to describe Bob. He loves a good time and a good joke; yet he is one of the best to have around when advice, good sound judgment, and help are needed. We ' re pulling for you, Bob. CLAIRE ELIZABETH ALEKEL Justice, verity, perseverence Gym 1, 2, 3, 4 Claire is a hard worker and has a sincere desire to fin- ish what she starts, being one of the few practical, home- loving girls at M.H.S. A pleasant personality, she has a fine circle of friends. MICHAEL ARZOONIAN Laughter is my pastime Cadets 2, 3 Quiet on the surface, but what is that we see in his eyes? Mischief! Mike ' s keen sense of humor keeps a coiner of Room 21 happy. Keep it up, Mike! 14 1916 Edward F. Searles Hiffh School Gym I, 2, 3 Girl Reserves ARLENE A. ASSAF Lass of many words 2, 4 Glee Club I, 3 The sound of idle chatter, ' hi, ' will let you know that a slight giggle, and a friendly Arlene is coming your way. Her inexhaustible energy and pep make her extremely popular with her classmates. Success is surely in store for her. JOSEPH J. ASSAF Youth is full of sport Senior Play Committee Committee our varied ac- Cadets 2, 3, 4 Track 3, 4 Rim Football 3, 4 Joe has always been solidly behind all of tivities at M.H.S. Besides being instrumental in putting punch and power into our football team, he was one of those unsung workers, who helped to put the Senior Play over with a bang Keep it up, Joe. The world needs unselfish men with good character. WALTER H. BAMFORD Better late than never. Cadets 2, 3 Track 3, 4 If you feel a cyclone zip past you every morning about 8:29, don ' t be alarmed; it ' s just Bam dashing into school at the last minute. He is one of our most popular senior boys and needs no introduction. He is a good sport and is admired by all his classmates, especially our members of the fairer sex. Good luck to you, Bam. RAYMOND BARKER, JR. Good-natured, pleasant, and winning; Your life with joy will be brimming. Football 3, 4 Senior Play 4 Track 3 Cadets 2, 3 Ray is the kind of fellow that people enjoy having around. He can always find time to be pleasant and friend- ly, even when the going gets tough. If you just keep up that grit and don ' t get discouraged, you ' ll go places, Ray. RUTH ANN BARKER Quietness is a virtue. Gym 1 , 2, 3 Girl Reserves 2 Girls ' A A. 3 Ruth is very quiet and shy, but she is always willing to lend a hand. She is both obliging and ambitious in her tasks. This ambition will bring her success. Good luck, Ruth. 15 Edward F. Searles High School l!)l(i ERNEST BARRY Modest youth with hidden pride. Cadets 3 Ernie is rather retiring and doesn ' t say much, but he nevertheless has that impish gleam in his eye. He is very popular among his friends, and although he has been with us only two of our three years at M.H.S , he has made many friends. Good luck, Ernie! LILA ELIZABETH BATCHELDER Nice to know. Gym I, 2, 3 Girl Reserves 2, 3 Lila is a serious, intelligent girl who is headed for suc- cess. She has won many friends by her quiet manner and sweet smile. Best of luck, Lila. PHILIP GODDARD BATEMAN Good nature is the beauty of the mind. Baseball 2, 3, 4 Senior Play 4 Cadets 2, 3 Sunny-dispositioned Phil Bateman is a boy who will live long in the memories of his classmates. He proved him- self to be a real actor in the Senior Play. We can foresee real happiness in life for you, Phil. MILDRED ELIZABETH BATTY Good things come in small packages. Gym I , 2, 3 Senior Play Committee 4 Girls A. A. 3 Girl Reserves 2, 3, 4 Although Milly is one of our smaller members, her smile brightens many a dull day. Sociable by nature, Milly ' s shy manners deceive none of her friends. We wish you all the. luck in the world, Milly. JUNE BARBARA BEELEY Quiet and considerate 4 2, 3 Gymn June is one of our quieter girls who says complishes much She has an engaging smile ing personality. Good luck to you, June. ittle and but ac- s pleas- 16 19 10 Edward F. Searles High School BARBARA VIRGINIA BENT Mischief lurks in her eyes. Gym I, 2, 3, 4 Girls ' A. A. 3, 4 Here she comes — there she goes. A quick breeze and there goes Babs. She is a smooth little business-like per- son, but don ' t let this fool you. Although she takes her studies seriously, she is a mischievous imp, who is always carrying out some prank which would bring laughter from Scrooge. Besl wishes, Babs. JOANNE MARIE BERNDSTON With never a dull moment. Gym I, 2, 3, 4 Basketball 2, 3, 4 Girls ' A. A. 3 Senior Play 4 Blue and White 3, 4 Joanne will long be remembered for her happy-go-lucky ways and sunny smiles. Her cheerfulness has won her many friends. May you always be able to find so many happy minutes in twenty-four hours. FLORENCE LEONA BERRY With a touch of gayety about her Gym I, 2, 3, 4 Girl Reserves 2, 3 Florence is a petite miss who has been kind of a silent partner in our class. She is quiet most of the time. She was one of our first classmates to flaunt an engagement ring. Lots of luck, Flo! IRENE E. BERUBE Petite and peppy. Gym I, 2, 3, 4 Girl Reserves 2, 3 Year Book Committee 4 Sewing 2 Petite Irene proves that good things come in small pack- ages. She ' s adorable, vivacious, talented, and extremely popular. May Lady Luck smile on you, Irene. Girls ' A. A. 3, Senior Play Glee Club HAROLD JOHN BLEICHER Sociable and pleasant, and always ready to laugh. Cadets 2, 3 Modest, but always ready for a good, hearty laugh, Harold is sure to be popular wherever he goes. He wants to attend Northeastern University and hopes to become an architectural draftsman. We wish him great success in his chosen career. 17 Edward F. Searles High School 1946 Gyi PAULINE JEANNETTE BOISJOLY Silence is golden. 2. 3 Girl Reserves Jeannette s name is appropriate, as its French origin calls to mind her chic clothes, dainty, petite figure, and her jolly disposition. Her willingness to work and study will carry her a long way. Lots of luck, Jeannette. JOHN FRANCIS BOWLER ' A man of few words is he. Cadets 2. 3 Johnny is one of our quietest seniors. He seems to have a happy and philosophical outlook upon life. Keep it up, John, and you will get there. Gym Girls hai DOROTHY I. BOYNES All her skies are sunny. 1.2,3 Senior Play Committee 4 A. A. 3 Girl Reserves 2, 3, 4 Dot is quite a girl! She is attractive, and her blonde nd green eyes bring out her charming personality. Get sick, fellows, for Dot is one of our future nurses. Lots of luck, Dot! Cadets 2, Lieutenant IRVING H. BROWN Hence, vain, deluding joys. 4; 4 Irving has rather a serious outlook on life. He has a pleasant, freckled face, and a head of curly hair. He is diligent in his studies. Irving, we feel sure, will make his mark in the world. GEORGE W. CATON Always good for a laugh. Basketball Cadets 2, 2 3 A quick remark and a broad, if some smile spell out George. He is a happy pe Track 2, 3 hat sardonic, son without a care or worry in the world. He finds school a good way to pass the time of day, but his main interest is basketball, at which he is one of the best. Lots of luck, George. 18 1946 Edward F. Searles High School JACQUELINE ELAINE CAVANAUGH Quietness is a virtue. Gym I, 2, 3 Year Book Staff 4 Girl Reserves 2, 4 Senior Play 4 Home Nursing 4 Jacqueline is the quiet, sophisticated, and reserved type. She possesses those admirable qualities of perseverenoe and diligence, which are universally admired in a person. Retain these character traits throughout your life, Jacque- line, and you will come through with flying colors. GLORIA B. CHLUDZINSKI Looks quiet but look again! Gym I, 2, 3 Girls - A. A. 3 Gloria appears to be a quiet, studious girl, but appear- ances are deceiving Actually, she is very peppy and full of fun. Keep smiling, Gloria. PHYLLIS L. COLE Never too busy to help. Gym 2, 3, 4 Various Committees Blue and White Staff 3, 4 Class Secretary 3 Girl Reserves 2, 3 ; Treas. 4 Senior Play 4 Treasurer 2, 3, 4 One of our most popular girls, Phyllis has a friendly smile and a pleasing personality. Her cooperative spirit and her sincerity are sure to spell success. LESLIE A. COOKE Happy, happy, all the day. Basketball 2 Gym 1, 2, 3 Band 2 Cheerleader 3, 4 Girl Reserves 2, 3 Cookie is often compared to a great, big, beautiful doll. Her blue eyes and blonde curls help to suggest this concept. She is one of our cheerleaders and is just bubbling over with personality. She is a good sport and will enjoy life always. Best wishes for success, Cookie. JOHN FRANCIS CURTIN, JR. Sing away sorrow, cast away care. Band 2, 3 Senior Play Committee 4 Track 2, 3 ; Mgr. 4 Nominating Committee 3, 4 A friendly smile, and a fun-loving personality character- ize Jack. He always manages to have a joke at hand Jack has helped to liven up many of our classes. He also was manager of this year ' s track team. Good luck, Jack! Edward F. Seniles High School 1 )1() Band 2. 3 Senior Ph iy Track 2 PHILIP FOWLER DANFORTH, JR. Quiet — but look again. 4 Year Book Staff 4 4 Orchestra 2, 3, 4 Phil is one of our honor students of whom we are very proud. He takes his studies very seriously and is deter- mined in his ambitions; but, when studies are set aside, he can be the life of any party. His widespread vocabulary surprises us more every day. He is a person well-worth knowing and a true friend to have. Good luck, Phil. PHYLLIS WINIFRED DAY Ambition is the basis of success. 2, 3 Year Book Staff 4 A. A. 3 Senior Play 4 Gym Girls ' Girl Reserves 2, 3, 4 Phyllis is one of our honor students. She has the qual- ity of being able to concentrate solely on what she is do- ing. Although deep in study, Phyllis is never too busy to be friendly or helpful. Success is yours, Phyllis. ARAM J. DEMERJIAN With a smile for everyone. Football I, 2, 3, 4 Various Committees Captain 4 Track 2 Ring Committee 3 Cadets 2, 3 A quick glance will tell you he is a quiet chap, but look again and you will see the carefree, fun-loving Aram we all know. His good sportsmanship and ability to win friends are qualities which make him one of our most ad- mired and respected seniors. Spreading joy wherever he goes, he is sure to be successful in fulfilling his ambitions. Lots of luck, Aram. EVA MARY DE ROCHE Carefree as the morning breeze. Gym 2, 3, 4 Girls ' A.A. 3, 4 Eva is another of our petite seniors. She is very sociable, is quite talkative, and can always be found conversing with her neighbors. Keep it up, Eva, for good spirits cause long life. FRANCES EILEEN DICK Sport that wrinkled care derides. Gym 2, 3, 4 Girl Reserves 3, 4 Girls ' A A. 3 Full of good humor and fun, Frances is a great lover of sports, as bicycle riding, swimming, and skating. Along with being able to have a good time, Frances is also a very considerate friend. 20 mm Edward F. Searles High School BERNICE IDA DIETZEL Smile and the world smiles with you. Gym 2, 3,4 Girl Reserves 2, 3, 4 Tall, attratcive Bernice is fortunate to have a wonderful sense of humor. Her infectious smile has brought her hosts of friends. Stay just the way you are, Bernice. CONSTANCE BARBARA DIGLOR1A Judge me not by my size. Gym 2, 3 Glee Club Connie is tiny, adorable, vivacious, and friendly. She ' s fun-loving and has a sweet personality. Her sociable na- ture has won her many friends. Good luck, Connie. THOMAS DE ORIO Just a jolly jester Cadets 2, 3 Our loss was the U S. Army Air Corps ' gain when Tom- my left us in the latter part of our senior year. Being a ladies ' man, he caused quite a bit of excitement among the members of our fair sex. We are sure that his neat appearance will be a definite asset in whatever he under- takes. Gyr 2, 3 EMILY FLORA DIZAZZO Dark Eyes. Glee Club Emily ' s lovely dark eyes sparkle when she ' s happy, and she ' s happy nearly all the time. She has a sunny disposi- tion to match. Best wishes, Emily. FRED A. DOBSON With a mind just as broad as his body is long Cadets 2, 3 Track 2, 3, 4 Football 3, 4 Fred has a happy and friendly disposition. We feel sure that he will be a success in ' whatever he chooses to do. His quick wit has furnished many a laugh for his class- mates. 21 Edward F. Searles llit li School l ' Mf, Gyi MARY R. DONIGIAN The Artist Various Committees Mary is another of our quiet girls in Methuen. She has one of the nicest personalities and is always smiling. She has taken gym for the past two years and has helped on various committees. Art is her favorite study, and she plans a career of it in future years Lots of luck, Mary. CHARLES W. DUEMMLING Sportsman, I. Football 2, 3, 4 Track 2, 3, 4 Basketball 2, 4 Cadets 2, 3, 4 Chuck is seen most frequently in sports, being an ac- tive member of the football and basketball teams. He ap- pears to be a man of few words quiet and shy, but is he? CLAIRE MARYLYN DUFFY It is a friendly heart that has plenty of friends. Gym 2, 3 Claire rushes continuously to do those little things that should have been done before. Her winning smile and wit are cherished by those who know her. Good luck, Clair ' i! We know you will be successful in your music. NORDICE EATON Quiet in manner, but efficient in results Girls ' A. A. 3 Gym 2, 3 Home Nursing 4 Various Committees Year Book Committee 4 Nordice appears quiet, but those who know her know that she is a lot of fun. Her twinkly eyes and naturally curley hair are the envy of many girls. She always can be depended on to do a job well. Nordice, you will make a fine nurse. PATRICIA EDSON Just be natural. You ' re naturally nice. Gym 2, 3 Girls ' A. A. 3 Senior Play Committee 4 Home Nursing 4 Ring Committee 3 Girl Reserves 4 Year Book Committee 4 Various Committees Pat has charm. Her intelligence, stateliness, and pleas- ing personality are like a refreshing tonic to those who know her Her helpfulness and warm, sincere friendship have gained for her a host of friends. Gym 2, 3 22 1946 Edward F. Searles High School ELAINE ANN ENGLISH Elaine, the fair, Elaine, the lovable 2 Ring Committee 3 Gym Red Cross Committee Various Committees Elaine always has a sunny smile and a pleasant word for everyone. Her cheerful disposition and willingness to lend a hand when she is needed are two outstanding character- istics. The best of luck, Elaine. DANIEL JOSEPH ENRIGHT Better known as egghead. Cadets 3, 4 Egghead is one of the nonchalant members of our 1946 class. He has been a member of the M.H.S.C.C. for three years, being promoted to a Lieutenant in his senior year. Dan also has a great sense of humor, and his com- ments have made him one of the outstanding personalities of the school. HAROLD IRWIN FARROW JR. Joy have I had Cadets 2, 3, 4 Harold is the kind of fellow who is forever having fun. His cheery disposition and joking manner are sure to make a hit wherever he goes. We wish you luck, Harold. RAYMOND T. FEUGILL The athlete. Track 2, 3; Capt. 4 Basketball 2, 3, 4 Football 2, 3, 4 Ray is one of the stellar athletes at Methuen High. He has played on the baskeball and football squads for the past three years and was elected Captain of the 1946 track team. Ray is well-liked by all of us in the school because of his friendly attitude toward others in his class. CLAIRE CATHERINE FLEMING A girl of cheerful yesterdays and confident tomorrows. Gym 2, 3 Claire appears quiet and scholarly. Is she, though? Her twinkling eyes tell another story. She is intelligent and will make someone a fine, efficient secretary. Good luck, Claire! j(- I 23 Edward F. Searles High School 1 )I() Gyr SHIRLEY IRENE FREDERICKSON A winning way, a pleasant smile, Dressed so neat, and quite in style. 3 Shirley is quiet with a reserved manner. Her cheery disposition and pleasant ways have won her many friends. She always looks as if she had stepped out of a bandbox. Loads of luck, Shirley. RAYMOND JOHN GALLAGHER Silence is golden Cadets 2, 3, 4 Football 3 The tall, silent type is the first impression one gets of Ray, but his friends can tell you that he bears his share of the quips. Although he looked the dashing sort, his in- terest in girls did not flourish until his Senior year. The best of luck, Ray. «r ALFRED P. GEORGE Life is a song Cadets 2, 3 Alfred must sing his cares away. When you hear the strains of a popular tune, you can bet your bottom dollar that Alfred is singing again. Keep singing, Alfred, and the world will sing with you. RONALD HERBERT GERSTENBERGER Life is what you make it. Cadets 2, 3 chief in- average Ronnie has taken drill for two years, but his terest is in Mechanical Engineering. He is an student spending much of his time studying. Through his personality and zest, he has made many friends. NORMAN F. GRAICHEN Hard work brings its rewards. Cadets Various 2, 3, 4 Committees Student Council Norman is another of our clan who is well-liked by all of his classmates. He has been a member of the Cadet Corps for the past three years and was promoted to the rank of Captain in his Senior year. He was elected to the Student Council and has been on various committees. He has such a wonderful personality and attitude towards iiis friends that we all feel he is one of the best-liked in the school. 24 1916 Edward F. Searles High School Gym Eileen neighbor 2, 3 EILEEN MARY GREENWOOD The representative Various Committees is one of our many pupils from our next door Pelham. She has made many friends because of her happy attitude and wonderful personality. She has been on various committees throughout the school term and has taken part in gym activities for two years. EDWARD GROSWALD Th ere s music i in the :k 2, 3, 4 air Orchestra 2, 3, 4 Eddie is talented. His nimble fingers are a delight to watch; his music, wonderful to hear. His sense of humor is a gift of no less value than his music. JOHN WILBUR HADFIELD The drummer boy. Band 2, 3, 4 Jack is one of our happy throng at Methuen High. He has played in the High School and Junior High bands for the past four years and has proved his ability as a drum- mer. He has a pleasant smile and personality that seem to appeal to the opposite sex. We wish Jack all the luck in his future years. ALICE E. HAMBLETON True Blue 1, 2, 3, 4 Cheerleader 3, 4 Girl Reserves 2, 3; Pres. 4 Red Cross Committee 2 Blue and White Staff • '  3 Senior Play Committee 4 Class Treasurer Girls A.A. 3 Basketball 3 Gym 2, 3 Ring Committee Alice possesses those necessary qualities that will make her successful in whatever she undertakes. Her pleasing personality has helped her become one of the most popular lassies at M H.S. What more can one say for such a fine girl? THERESA ANN HARDACRE Well-liked Gym 2, 3 Terry i school. She ready with comments, leaving school. nother of our fun-making has a wonderful personality She plans to be throng in the and is always i secretary on L 25 Edward F. Searles Ilii h School l!)l(i I J. GEORGE WEBSTER HARRIS, JR. I love life Cadets 2, 3 Track 3, 4 Football 2, 3, 4 Ring Committee 3 Tall and lanky Pelham Harris is known to every track fan for his first-rate performance in the half-mile run. His sincerity and delightful speech have placed him among the best-liked students of M.H.S. WESLEY HARTLEY Still waters run deep. Band 2, 3 Wes is quiet, but his wit and sense of humor make him known throughout the Senior Class. He is a grand pal and also a brilliant student. He has no definite aim at the present, but we know he is on the road to success. BARBARA JANICE HENDERSON Happy and gay, she goes on her way. Gym 2, 3, 4 Girls ' A.A. 3 Girl Reserves 2, 3, 4 Various Committees Here she is, fellows the girl with the looks, clothes, and personality! Barb is one of our most popular senior girls, and she has taken an active part in the school activ- ities. We know she will do well in the future. RAYMOND D. HOGG Happy am I, from care I ' m free. Basketball 2, 3, 4 Baseball 2, 3, 4 Cadets 2, 3 ; Major 4 Year Book Committee ' Ray has a happy, carefree manner and always has a cheery word for everyone. He has taken an active part in the school sports and was major of the Cadet Corps cf ' 46. We feel sure that Ray will be tops in his future work. ELEANOR JOYCE HOH Gentle, kind, and keen of mind is she. Girl Reserves 2, 3, 4 Gym 2, 3 Girls A.A. Red Cross Committee 2, 3 Ring Committee 3 Eleanor ' s sunny disposition and sparkling smile have en- deared her to us all Endowed with a fine sense of humor, she can always be counted on to furnish fun. Her sweet, reserved manner is most appealing. Good luck on the road to success, Eleanor. 26 1010 Edward F. Searles 1 1 i i 1 1 School SAMUEL HOLLAND JR. Full of life, full of fun, Speaking of sports, he ' s one. Track 2, 3, 4 Year Book Editor 4 Basketball 3 Senior Play Committee Football 4 Nominating Committee 4 Cadets 2, 3, 4 Frank just can ' t seem to keep quiet after the last bell. Sam is one of our brilliant students, and yet he is al- ways full of mischief. He has taken an active part in the school activities and sports. Sam is sure to be success- ful in his future work. PHILIP LANSON HYDE For he ' s a jolly good fellow. Cadets 2. 3 Baseball 2, 4 Football 3, 4 T$ When you see Phil coming, you can expect a hearty laugh and much fun. He was a member of our football team and has done well in all respects. All the best, Phil. GRACE M. HYDER The talent of success is nothing more than doing well whatever you do. Gym 2, 3 Blue and White 4 Basketball 3 Year Book Committee Here ' s to one we shall remember as one of the best and most brilliant girls in the class. Grace possesses many fine qualities, such as patience, perseverance, sympathy, cheer- fulness, humor, and kindliness which will help her in be- coming the successful lawyer we know she will be. DANIEL ISSENBERG Watching from his lofty heights Band 2, 3 Senior Play 4 Dan is one of the quiet but very popular members of out- class. He has been active in many school activities. As the Exterminator in our Senior Play, he turned in a short but very funny performance. Good luck in your college career, Dan. SHIRLEY M. JACOBSON Good natured, gracious, and sociable. Girl Reserves 2 Various Committees Gym 2, 3 Shirley, quiet in appearance, is really full of fun. She is a good natured and sociable person to know. Beside 1 being always well dressed and neat, she has a wonderful sense of humor. Surely these qualities lead to success. 27 Edward F. Searles High School I ' Mli y Cadets WATSON LEE KERSHAW Success is won by honest toil. 2, 3, 4 Football Manager 3, 4 class- Watson is one of our most friendly and sociable mates. He is especially noted for coming in late for school practically every day. He has been active in all our school affairs and deserves all the best. May you suceed, Watson. BARBARA LORRAINE KERR To know her is to love her. Gym 2, 3, 4 Girl Reserves 3, 4 Girls ' A.A. 3, 4 Home Nursing i A sunny smile, a cheerful disposition, a pleasant word for everyone, are a few of Barbara ' s assets. We feel sure that she will succeed in her chosen profession and that only happiness and prosperity are before her. BERNARD L. KEYES A regular fellow Cadets 2, 3 Football 2 Basketball 2, Baseball 3, 4 3, 4 Buddy will be remembered as the classmate who always had some witty remark, either in class or in the halls. He is a skilled basketball player and enjoys all kinds of sports. Easy to get along with, fun loving and carefree, Bud de- serves the best. ROBERT K. KOEBRICK He is little; he is wise: He ' s a terror for his size. Baseball 3, 4 Band 2, 3, 4; Ass ' t Director One special way of distinguishing Bob from the rest of us, is by the remarkable car he always drove to school. From the stickers and inscriptions plastered all over it, you can certainly gather Bob ' s personality! He ' s quiet, but with an impish grin and a devil-may-care manner. He can also be remembered for his accomplished trumpet playing, both in our own M.H.S. Band, and at Hampton Beach. Good luck, Bob. MARY E. KILMURRAY A smile for all, a welcome glad A jovial, coaxing way she had. Cheerleader 3, 4 Glee Club I Girl Reserves 2, 4 Girls ' A.A. 4 Secretary 4 Blue and White 2, 3, . 4 Gym 1, 2, 3, 4 Year Book Staff Senior Play 4 Nominating Committee Various Committees Everyone likes Mary, for she ' s a good pal, a good sport, a jolly good fellow, and a willing helper. When she laughs, the world laughs with her. Her sunny disposition and readiness to do a kindness make her many friends. 28 1916 Edward F. Searles High School RICHARD A. KIRSCH Liked by all who know him. Student Council 3, 4 Cadets 2, 3 Dick is a quiet sort of boy, with a seemingly shy grin. We will always remember Dick, not only for his continual dashing to school at the last minute on his motorcycle, but for his quiet friendliness Nothing but the best, Dick. FRANK JOSEPH KOLB, JR. A person worth knowing. Football 2, 3, 4 Baseball 2, 3, 4 Haldane Trophy Cadets 2, 3 Frank will always be remembered for his football ability, for which he was awarded the Haldane Trophy. He ha i done well in school and will certainly reach success in a short time. Good luck, Frank. NORMAN BERTRUM LAWRENCE Wreathed smiles Cadets 2, 3 Football Mgr. 2, 3, 4 Pelham ' s gift to Methuen, Norman graced M.H.S. with his smiling manner. He is interested in stamp collecting. Norman is noted for constantly havng a pleasant disposi- tion and is a grand pal. CONSTANCE M. LAZARRA Lovely to look at, delightful to know. Gym 2, 3 Connie is one of the prettiest members of our class. On the outside she seems quiet, but when you know her, she provides more than her share of the fun With her per- sonality, she will certainly go far. Lots of success in the future, Connie. CLAIRE MARIE LEMAY Her ready wit and cheery smile proclaim to all she ' s a friend worth while. Gym 2, 3, 4 Claire is blest with both these qualities and many others which make her school mates happy. A loyal friend, a true sport, we wish her success in her work. 29 Edward F. Searles lliuli School 1946 RICHARD D. LEONARD Learn ' d he is in medic ' , not love. Blue and White 3, 4 Year Book Staff Orchestra 3, 4 Ring Committee 3 Band 2, 3 Nominating Committee 2, 4 Senior Play Committee 4 Track 2 Dick is one of our jolliest Seniors; full of wit and fun, and also a good sport. He appears very quiet, but don t let looks fool you. Although Dick is a talented musician, his vocation is to become a doctor. In view of his scholas- tic record, personality, and perseverance, we are certain that he will become a successful physician. CYNTHIA ANNE LESLIE A blessed companion is a book. Gym 2, 3 Sewing 4 Girls ' A. A. 3 Senior Play Committee 4 Blue and White 4 Girl Reserves 2, 3, 4 Nominating Committee 2, 4 Year Book Staff Various Committees Blessed with a fun loving and vivid personality, Cynthia has been one of our most active and appreciated class- mates. Cyn is an attractive, demure blonde who intends to further her education at Colby. Following the footsteps of her mother and father, she is going to pursue the teach- ing profession. Good luck to you, Cyn. MARIE ELIZABETH LIBBY Born for success Gym 2, 3 Marie is a jolie et toujour quai. Her sincere wish is to be a perfect secretary. It is quite a task to become per- fect, but we are all with you, Marie. CLAIRE C. LISTER Petite in size great in mind A sweeter girl you ' d never find. Gym 2, 3, 4 Girl Reserves 2 Girls ' A.A. 3, 4 Sewing 3, 4 Claire is one of our quiet girls. You hardly know when she ' s around, but you surely miss her when she isn t. She is one who can do her own work and yet always find time to help others. You may be sure that anything she starts out to do will be successfully finished. Cadets JOHN ALBERT LODGE Laugh and the world laughs with you. 2, 3. 4 Although Jack is short in stature, his smile makes up for his being small He has a delightful personality and a happy-go-lucky way makes him well liked by all. 30 1916 Edward F. Searles Hii h School Basketball Cadets 2, WILLIAM TAYLOR LUMB Handsome is as handsome does. 2, 3, 4 Baseball 3. 4 Along with being a smooth performer on the basketball Moor, Bill has all the qualities for a brilliant future. He is sincere and honest, and well liked. We are sure he will be welcome wherever he goes. SHIRLEY C. MAHONEY A merry heart maketh a cheerful countenance. Gym 2, 3 Honey is a serious-minded girl who enjoys dancing and skating above all other sports. Upon graduating from M H S., she plans to get married. Honey, we wish you the very best of luck. REAL L. MALENFANT A man of few words is he. Returned Veteran Quiet describes Real briefly, but underneath he is friendly and understanding. He is a discharged vet, making up for lost schooling. Real has a helpful person- ality which will carry him a long way. May life be good to you, Real. THERESA A. MALLEY Happy and gay, she goes on her way. Basketball 2, 3, 4 Gym 2, 3, 4 Girl Reserves 2, 4 Girls ' A. A. 3, 4 Here is one of our wittiest seniors, with a vivacious per- sonality. Tess is also a wonderful basketball player. With her ready and willing nature, and that twinkle in her eyes. Theresa is certainly marked for good fortune. CHARLES WARREN MANN III It it tranquil people who accomplish much. Cadets 2, 3 If you are seeking a friendly, straight-forward fellow, you will find him in Warren. Warren is one of our stur- diest boys, both in character and in scholastic work. 31 Edward F. Searles High School 1946 IRWIN S. MARGOLIS Society, friendship, and love divinely bestows upon man. Cadets 1, 2, 3 Track 1 Itsy is one of those boys we like to have around. Full of the spark of life and old-fashioned dry humor, he cer- tainly helped to add variety to the daily routine. Probably we shall remember him most as the only individual who could sleep and look attentive simultaneously. RICHARD WILLIAM MARGGRAF Band 2, 3 Track 2, 4 Dick is the kind of boy who is quiet in school but a barrel of fun in outside company or parties. He also has quite a way with the girls. We know that Dick ' s pleasant personality will carry him far. JUNE McDOUGALL Wise is she who talks but little. Gym 1, 2, 3 Girls ' A.A. 3, 4 Capable, conscientious, patient, and thorough are just a few adjectives to describe June. Her quiet and pleasin, ' manner won much esteem from her classmates. In fact, everything she does, she does well, which means success is bound to be hers. Gym OLIVE PAULINE McILWAIN I like the life I lead. 1, 2, 3, 4 Soph. Entertainment Com. We shall all remember Olive for her rendition of I ' m Gonna Love That Guy at the Sophomore Reception. Best of luck, Olive! Glee Club Armig ARMIG MELLIAN Still waters run deep. Gym I, 2 She is very serious member of the class smart and in more than one class we ' ve been grateful for her brains. She is well-liked and, without a doubt, will lake a very successful pharmacist. 32 1946 Edward F. Searles High School EVA JUNE MERCHANT Success is won by honest toil. Glee Club I Girls - A.A. 3, 4 Gym I, 2, 3 Home Nursing 4 Eva is one girl we are always glad to have around. Sh ' : is a good student with a pleasing personality who is ever willing to help one out with her store of knowledge. Quietly she goes on her way, saying but little but working hard io keep her excellent grades. May the world have the best in store for you, Eva. FRED W. MILLER There is humor in everything. Cadets 2, 3 Year Book Stail Nominating Committee 4 Classes can never be dull if one sits near Fred. He livens anything with his genuine good humor. He is always busy thinking of a joke to play on someone but he can really take it if the joke is on him. Never lose your sense of humor, Fred. It has won you many friends. CLAIRE MILLS With never a care in the world. Girls ' A.A 3, 4 Girl Reserves 2 Gym I, 2, 3, 4 Cheerleader 1 Every time we think of Claire, we think of acrobatic dancing. We all know that Claire has a great deal of tal- ent and will go far in whatever she undertakes. JOHN MIRAGLIOTTA Cursed be the man who originated schools. Drill 2, 3 John is one of those boys who likes vacations best, out of the whole school year. Don ' t worry, John; you ' re not alone. He has always a winning smile for everyone, and is taunted by his friends for his incessant blushing. Keep smiling, John, and here ' s hoping the world treats you likewise. PAULINE R. MOAN Quiet but look again. Gym I, 2 Glee Club I, 3 Girl Reserves 3 Pauline, although one of the quieter Commercial stud- ents, displayed considerable wit in class, together with refreshing sincerity and a faculty of seeing that even the most minute detail was thoroughly attended to. 33 Edward F. Searles Hi li School 1946 MAUREEN THERESE MOORE Good-nature is the beauty of the mind. Gym I, 2, 3 Girls ' A.A. 3, 4 Sewing 4 We all know Maureen as very good-natured and sweet tempered. Her pleasant smile and warm heart have been a welcome sight to us all. She is ready to give anyone a little help or consolation where it is needed. We all hope you get your fondest desires, Maureen. DANIEL NOEL MORIN, JR. Laughter holding both his sides. Cadets,2, 3, 4 Joking and laughing, Danny is forever looking at the pleasant side of affairs. He sure seems to have no definite ambition, but we know that dashing Dan is sure to be suc- cessful. Keep them smiling. Dan. OLIVETTE L. MORENCY It ' s all fun and laughter. Girls ' A A. Sewing 2 Gym I , 2, 3, 4 3, 4 Soph. Party Committee 2 Nominating Committee 2 Speed in Shorthand, talking, and working seem to be a few of Olive ' s chief assets. This enviable quality, com- bined with her easy going jovial personality, should makr- her future both profitable and pleasant. We sincerely wish her success in all her undertakings. DOROTHY MORLEY Action speaks louder than words. Gym I, 2, 3, 4 Basketball 2 We seldom hear Dot speak, but the old saying Ac- tion speaks louder than words is an appropriate descrip- tion of her. She is a sincere friend. KATHLEEN THERESE MORSE Good luck befriend thee. Gym 1, 3, 4 Girls ' A.A. 3, 4 Kaye was one of the most ardent rooters at all the sports events. Every time you turned your head you were bound to see Kaye cheering our various teams on io victory. 34 1916 Edward F. Searles High School BERNICE R. NELSON ' ' A sincere smi le for everyone. ' Gym 1 . 2, 3, 4 Girl Is ' Basketball 2 manner. Girl Reserves I Year Book Staff 4 A.A. 3, 4 We all know that to smile is always better than to frown, and Bernice has seemed to follow this policy. Un- failing good nature and vibrant personality personify Ber- nice. If character means success, she will surely go far. SHIRLEY A. NICHOLSON Always pleasing — that ' s he Gym I, 2, 3, 4 Girls ' A.A. 3, 4 Sewing 3, 4 Shirley always has a smile and a good word for every- one. She has a pleasant manner and gay disposition. She is always ready and willing to co-operate in school activ- ities to the best of her ability. Her clothes and appearance are always neat and orderly, and she is almost always in the best of humor. May you always have your pleasing personality, Shirley. ROSALIE NUTTON Sharp shooting, ' Ronni ' . Girls ' A A. 3, 4 Glee Club 1 Gym 1, 2, 3, 4 Basketball 2, 3, 4 Girl Reserves 2, 3 Ronni is one in girls ' basketbal and dancing, activities at which she is proficient. who loves sports. She was very active She thoroughly enjoys roller skating IRENE J. O ' BRIEN Good Matured and sociable. Gym I, 2, 3, 4 Girls ' A A. 3, 4 Basketball 2, 3, 4 Did you say there was anything to be done? Well, Irene was there before we could say Jack Robinson. Irene ' s pleasing personality has won the high esteem of all with whom she has come in contact. • DOROTHY L. ODDY Just pleasure and laughter, That ' s all she ' s after. Glee Club I Red Cross Representative 4 Gym 1, 2, 3 Dotty is one of our most popular and sociable students. One can always expect a laugh when she is near. She is always brimming over with personality and ready to have a good time. May you always keep that sweet disposition, Dot. 35 Edward F. Searles High School 1946 GEORGE OHANIAN Quiet as a mouse at work or play. Cadets 2, 3 George has red, wavy hair, but don ' t get the wrong im- pression — he has no temper. George is an assiduous worker at his studies and such a trait seems to pay him div- idends. He is always willing to lend a helping hand m school activities. Remember, George, wise men say little bul think much. STANLEY J. OLEF1ROWICZ Quietness is a virtue. Cadets 3 Stanley is another quiet boy, enrolled in the Gener il Course. Hunting is his favorite sport. Good luck, Stan. ANGELA BARBARA ORLANDO Music exalts life. Orchestra I Glee Club I, 3 Gym 1 , 2 Angela is one of our most talented senior girls and has distinguished herself by her wonderful piano playing. Sf 3 is well-liked, and, without a doubt, will go far in her chosen field of music supervisor. BERNARD JOSEPH OROURKE The all-American boy. Football I, 2, 3, 4 Baseball 2, 3, 4 Basketball 2, 3, 4 Drill 2, 3 That young Irish lad you might hear shuffling through the corridors is none other than Bernie O ' Rourke. In ad- dition to being well-liked, Bernard is one of the prime factors of the football, basketball, and baseball teams. Keep up your athletic career, Bernie; it will help a great deal in future years. JOAN PETIT Witty to talk with. Girls ' A. A. 3, 4 Basketball 2, 3, 4 Gym 1, 2, 3, 4 Always ready with a quick, witty retort, Joan makes every gathering just a little bit livelier. She was always gay and happy and never seemed to have a worry in th- world. 36 1910 Edward F. Searles High School FRANK O. PETRALIA Just a jolly jester Drill 2, 3, 4 Frank just can ' t seem to keep quiet after the last bell. He is always prepared with some humorous statement to keep up the morale of the class. During his years of high school, Frank has acquired the name of ' Boogie. Keep it up, Frankie. Remember, Laugh and the world laughs with you. HELEN BERNADETTE POWERS She walks in beauty. Girl Reserves 2, 3 Glee Club i Gym 2, 3 Helen is an all-round good sport and a favorite with her classmates. She loves dancing, and her every action radi- ates friendliness. Her beauty is supported by a cheerful and sunny disposition. NORMA RUTH QUANCE Queen of the sports. Basketball 2, 3, 4 Student Council 4 (Sec ' y) Gym 1, 2, 3, 4 Girls ' A. A. 3, 4 Nominating Committee 2, 4 Blue and White 4 Various Committees Whenever there is excitement, Norma can be found in the midst. She is one of our most popular girls and always seems to be laughing. She is well known for her snappy come-back. We all wish Pug the best of luck and know she will continue making friends wherever she goes. ARLENE MAY RAMSKILL She loves the life she leads. Senior Play Committee Cheerleader 3, Girls ' A A. 3, Basketball 2, 3, 4 Girl Reserves 2, 3, 4 Gym I, 2, 3, 4 Arlene has been active in all sports throughout high school. Many times she has cheered the team on to vic- tory. She always has a smile for everyone, and this fact has won her many friends. Arlene always looks attrac- tive, and has a very pleasing personality. We all know she will be a success in whatever she undertakes. VERA MAE RATCLIFFE Don ' t put off till tomorrow what you can do today. Gym 1, 2, 3 Girls ' A.A. 3 Girl Reserves 2 Vera ' s motto is Make hay while the sun shines. Stick to this motto and you will be as successful through life as you were in high school, Vera. 37 4 Edward F. Searles lli. h School 1946 ANITA INA RAWNSLEY To find a more genuine personality is a mighty hard task. Year Book Staff Sewing 4 Gym I, 2. 3 Nominating Committee 2 Senior Play Committee 4 Student Council 2, V-Pres. _ ! Blue and White 4 Girl Reserves 2, 3, 4 Girls A A. 3 Various Committees Anita has been active in almost every school activity. She is a vivacious girl with a great interest in her studies, as well as in her social spirit, which has accorded her many friends. She is always dressed neatly and comely. May your future life be as successful as your life in high school. Anita. Gyr I. 2 PHYLLIS J. REINHOLD There ' s always tomorrow. Girl Reserves Phyl ' s care-free, easy-going manner certainly fitted her to the motto If you don ' t do it today, there is always tomorrow. Drill RICHARD A . RICCI Live today, let tomorrow take care of itself. 2, 3 Dick is one of those boys who is always in school before 8:15, but never gets to class before 8:29. Having a hearty laugh, Dick is one of the lively contributors to the Senior Class. Continue to face the world with a smile, Dick. CAROL LORAYNE RICHARDSON Never too busy to help. Orchestra I Band I, 3 Year Book Staff Nominating Committee 3 Senior Play Committee 4 Home Nursing 4 activities throughout high Lorayne has been in many «chool, but she can always find time to help a friend. Sh is always cheerful, and, although at first glance she seems quiet, just wait ' till you get to know her. She has many friends and always looks neat and nice. Hor Nur LILLIAN RUTH RITTER Thoughtful Miss. 4 Although she appears to be quiet, Lil has a pleasant greeting for everybody. Lillian is always willing to lend a helping hand and we know that her untiring efforts will be recognized in her future career. 38 15)16 Edward F. Searles High School RICHARD ALLEN ROBINSON His eye begets occasion for his wit. Dril 2, 3 Dick came to us from Salem, New Hampshire. Pos- sessing a fine intellect and a nimble wit, he quickly proveci that his home town had more than fast-running horses. Wc have so enjoyed his company that we hope Dick will make Methuen his permanent abode. MICHAEL A. ROTONDO Hence, loathed Melancholy. Drill 2, 3 Mike is often seen participating with his many friends in lively conversation, if not in a bit of innocent mischief. He apparently sees only the sunny side of life, for there is very often either a laugh or smile on his face. Since there is a great need for more of this outward joy, we feel that Mike will fare well in his later life. SHIRLEY W. ROYER Light of heart, gay of spirit Gym 2 Girl Reserves 3, 4 A lively addition to our class is Shirley, a talkative mis- chievous lass. She is interested in an artistic career, and with her vivid personality and enthusiasm, success should be hers. VIRGINIA LEE RUEDIGER It ' s all fun and laughter. Gym Girls Girls 2, 3 A.A. 3 Basketball Girl Reserves Ring Committee Senior Play Committee 3 Various Committees 2, 3, 4 Ginny, ' as she is so often called, is one who seems to enjoy life immensely. She is always cheerf ul and gay and one can always be assured that a good time i when our Ginny is on the scene. store LAURA BARBARA SADZEWICZ Sugar and spice and everything nice. Gym 3 Girls ' A.A. 3 Girl Reserves 2 Laura is noted for her kindly disposition and her desire to help others. She is serious, dependable, and a friend to all. May success and happiness always be yours, Laura. V 39 I ' .lKi Edward F Searles llii Ii School JOSEPH SARCIONE Give me a man who sings at his work Drill 2, 3, 4 Joe, as carefree as he appears to be out of his uni- form, makes an excellent cadet officer, as his captain ' s rank proves. The ability that carried him to his present posi- tion in the cadet corps should, no doubt, more than suffice in the years ahead, for Joe possesses all the faculties r success. ROSARIO A. SCANDURA Sound of heart and mind Drill 2, 3, 4 -k 4 As a captain in the cadet corps, Sully demonstrate, two of his foremost qualities: worthy ambition and capa- bility. Application to study has won for him high marks in every subject. Apart from being a good student, Sully is jovial, good natured, and admired by all his fello v classmates. ELSIE MARION SCHATZ There are many who call her friend. Girl Reserves 2, 3 Student Council 4 Girls ' Basketball 2, 3, 4 Blue and White 4 Band I, 2, 3, 4 Various Committers Elsie has always been a very energetic and enthusiast!;; member of our class. Her pleasing personality, together with her co-operative spirit, has made her a valuable ass:t to our school. HELENE OLGA SCHLEGEL Girl Reserves 2, 3 Various Committ : :s Helene is one of the sweetest members of our class. Her neat appearance and sparkling smile lend a cheery atmos- phere to the surroundings. She has been an active par- ticipant in school functions, and we feel confident that she will find fortune in what she seeks. JOHN JAMES SIFFERLIN Give every man thy ear, but few thy voice. Band 2, 3 John is well known as a clarinet virtuoso, having played that instrument in the band. Quiet and retiring, but a de- termined worker, his resulting achievements in the class- room give us good reason to prophesy success for John in whatever he should undertake. 40 1046 Edward F. Searles High School WARREN SMITH If at first you don ' t succeed, try, try again. Drill 2, 3 Football 3, 4 Track 2, 3, 4 The clattering of feet and a rush for books describe our Smitty to a t. Arriving on the scene a little late, seems to be his pet pastime. However, Warren is worthy of praise and should be commended for his outstanding work on the football team. Lots of luck in your future, Warren. PATRICIA MARION SPOFFORD Sincerity is a fine quality. 3 Girl Reserves Glee Gym Club 2 Charming, full of fun, clever, Pat is a true friend. Her creative ability may be found in her many poems. We have enjoyed her pleasing personality during our high school days. Good luck, Pat! ELIZABETH MILDRED STEELE Quietly she moves to the top. Glee Club 3, 4 (3 months) Gym 2 Here is one of our more ambitious students. Elizabeth ' s co-operative spirit and friendliness should in later life con- tribute to her success as a secretary. ELIZABETH ALICE STEINDL I love the life I live Gym 2, 3 Various Committees Blue and White 4 There ' s something different in a girl like Betty. Her continued interest in all school activities has made her a worthwhile member of our class. Betty ' s genial disposi- tion, together with her charming smile, has shown that life is what one makes it. We know that you will be success- ful in the career that you have chosen. RICHARD FRED STERNDALE In action faithful and in honor clear. Drill 2, 3 Senior Play Committee 4 Football 4 Class Vice-President 3, 4 Vice-President Dick is one of the most likeable me:i in the graduating class. This past fall, for the first time, he played on the football team, and soon proved his mettle in the sport. Combined with an easy-going friendliness, Dick possesses a strong determination to be successful in every endeavor. 41 Edward F. Searles High School 1910 fl V Gym 2 Secretary Glee Club GERTRUDE J. STROEHLA Witty, gay, full of fun. Girl Reserves 3, 4 (3 months) 2, 3, 4 Various Committers Introducing Gert whose vivacity and winning person- ality have made her one of our most popular students With her sparkling smile and carefree air, Gert will never fail to make friends wherever she goes. Drill DONAL WILLIAM SULLIVAN A good-natured, all-around fellow. 2, 3 Year Book Staff 4 by Donal is an unassuming lad who has been admired many for his sterling qualities and pleasing personality, good student, Sully is fond of athletics and is also an ac complished pianist. NORMAN PHILIP SUNDERLAND Is that that gallant, gay Lothario? Football 3, 4 Track 3, 4 Norman transferred to Methuen from Pinkerton Acad- emy. His speed and ability as a member of the footb3 l team and track team soon earned for him the name of Flash. Pinkerton ' s loss was our gain, and although Flash has enjoyed universal popularity, he was a speci 1 favorite in feminine circles It may be that he is Holly- wood bound. HELEN TAKESIAN Nice things come in small packages. Gym 2, 3, 4 Dark hair and twinkling eyes are truly characteristic of Helen. She always seems so bright and cheerful that all trouble is dismissed in her presence. Helen has always been co-operative and we can rely on her wise judgment. Good luck, Helen! Gvm Girls ' SHIRLEY MAE TAYLOR A sport to the finish. 1, 2, 3, A.A. 3 Sewing Class Basketball Because of a very friendly personality, Shirley is well- liked by all her classmates. She is frank and impetuous. We sincerely wish her the best of luck in the career she has chosen. 42 1916 Edward F. Searles High School RAYMOND JOHN TELFORD, JR. Clever in music and mathematics. Orchestra 3, 4 Drill 2, 3 Auburn-haired John is known both as a scholar and a musician. His name has been a familiar one on the honor roll, and his talent as a violinist has retained for him prom- inence in the orchestra. Moreover, John possesses a keen sense of humor, which, together with his other character- istics, spells success for his projected career in the Mer- chant Marine. ROBERT E. THOMPSON We must follow the leaders in every good thing. Class President I, 2, 3, 4 Basketball 2, 3, 4 Football 2, 3, 4 Baseball 2, 3; capt. 4 No one was ever more deserving of four years in the class presidency than Bob His natural ability in foot- ball, basketball, and baseball has made him a credit to our class and school. Bob ' is also a good student, and be- cause he wears his honors with a becoming modesty, he is liked by everyone. BAREARA ELAINE THOMSON Cheerfulness is health. Gym 1 , 2, 3 Sewing 3 Barbara s sunny disposition and easy-going manner have cheered us on many a gloomy day. She will always be a favorite among her many friends and associates. Her am- bition to be a nurse is appropriate. Here ' s to happiness, Barbara ! PRISCILLA ANN THOMSON Quiet but efficient. Gym 2 Girl Reserves 2, 3 Glee Club 3 Priscilla ' s quiet manner and sincerity have made her a loyal friend. Always co-operative and cheerful, she will be a success in anything she undertakes. ELEANOR MABEL TRUMPOLD Ready, willing and able Girl Reserves 2, 3, 4 Girls ' A.A. 3 Blue and White 3, 4 Pug Senior Play Committee 4 Year Book Staff 4 Various Committees as she is known to her host of friends, is one of She the cutest senior girls. She is very conscientious in her academic work, as well as in all extra-curricular activities. Pug is fortunate to be endowed with a keen sense of humor and a glowing personality. May fortune be with you. 43 Edward F. Searles Higli School 1 )J() PETER TSAK.LE A man of good repute, carriage, bearing and estimation. Drill 2. 3 Pete ' is the dark and handsome man of our class and is one who believes that actions speak louder than words. Though naturally reticent, he gives us the im- pression that he has the ability to achieve whatever goal he chooses. LEON M. VARTANIAN In truth he was a marksman. Baseball 2, 3, 4 Drill 2, 3 Basketball 2, 3; Captain 4 Porky is a star performer in basketball and baseball The basketball captaincy is evidence of his exceptional ability in that increasingly popular sport. Having an en- viable faculty for making friends with anyone and every- one, Porky is known and liked not only by his team- mates, but also by every member of the class. GERALDINE J VERETTE All is fun and laughter. Gym 1, 2, 3, 4 Sewing Class 4 Gerry ' s keen sense of humor and wit have helped to make our classes less dull. Since she is always fond of fun, and surrounded by a host of friends, we are sure she will be successful. Good luck, Gerry. WINSOME EARLENE WALLACE Light of heart, gay of spirit Gym 2 Glee Club Orchestra Girl Reserves Year Book Staff 3, 4 (3 months) 3, 4 Winnie has a touch of music along with her sparklin. personality. She has been a welcome addition to our or chestra during her high school days. We know that yoi will find success in your ventures. HOWARD ARTHUR WATERHOUSE The pen is mightier than the sword Blub and White 4 Ring Committee 3 Student Council 3, Class Vice President 1 Nominating Committee (President) Hidden beneath a beguiling serenity, Howie possesses sharp wit and love of a good time. In the studies, he has always ranked among the highest. Howie is also noted as a talented writer. His service to our class, through th.; many positions to which he has been elected, has been ex- ceptional. We predict for him a successful future. 44 1946 Edward F. Searles Hii h School CLAIRE MARIE WEIDLICH Merry as the days are long. Glee Club 3 Senior Play Committee 4 Always laughing, full of fun, Claire is a constant joy to her many friends. Her lively chatter indicates a blithe spirit, while on the deeper side she is extremely fond of music ELIZABETH WEISINGER A friend in need is a friend indeed. Glee Club 3 Betty ' s generous and open-hearted nature has led 10 many friends She is well-mannered and friendly at all times. Whatever your hopes and ambitions may be, Betty, good luck. ANNE CAROLINE WETMORE With never a care in the world. Gym 1, 2, 3, 4 Anne will always be remembered by her classmates Tor her happy and exuberant disposition. After school Anne has been getting experience as a secretary in a local store. Her consideration for the rights of others has made her a girl worth knowing. PAULINE WHITE Life is just a bowl of cherries. Glee Club 3 Girl Reserves 2, 3 Girls A.A. 3 Girl Reserves 2, 3; Pres. 4 Without a doubt you have met Polly White, one cf our friendlist senior girls. Polly is a red headed, care-free girl who enjoys a good laugh. She has a personality to be envied, and we know she will be a success in whatever field she chooses. KARL WUERKER The rule of my life is to make business a pleasure and pleasure my business. Drill 2, 3 Karl ' s genial countenance is a familiar one through the corridors of Searles High. He is impulsive, but affable, and his optimistic and spirited nature is continually casting sunshine on the daily routine of school life. It can be truly said that Karl ' s presence has been good fortune for the class of ' 46. 45 Edward F. Searles High School 111 Hi ROSALIE RUTH YORSHIS Wit and charm has she. Blue and White Year Book Staff Gym 2, 3 Girls ' A.A. 3 Senior Play 4 Ro salie is one remembere 4 Girl Reserves 2, i 4 Girl Reserves Vice President 4 Nominating Committee 2, 3 Various Committers Glee Club 4 of our outstanding seniors and will lon d for her excellence as a student, her talent as an actress, her neatnss in appearance, and her sociabil- ity. We know that she will be as popular and successful in college as she has been in high school. HELEN ZAK Gym 3 Neat and thoughtful, Helen likes to be doing things and seeing them well done Her winning and gracious person- ality has won for her the respect of her friends and asso ciates. She is interested in interior decorating. Here ' s ' o success, Helen! IRMA E. ZENKER The world is made for fun and frolic. Gym I, 2, 3, 4 lrma is a very frank, outspoken girl without being malicious. Because of her self-reliant and cheerful per- sonality, lrma will undoubtedly be an efficient secretary. We don ' t need to worry about your success, lrma, we know it will be yours. MEMBERS OF OUR CLASS WHO LEFT SCHOOL TO ENTER THE ARMED FORCES RAYMOND DEJONKER SOPHOMORE YEAR EDMUND KRAUKL1N CARL MARSHALL EDMUND BISTANY JAMES CUNHA DONALD HINDS WILFRED MERRILL JUNIOR YEAR ROBERT BLINN ARTHUR DELDUCA GARDNER LADD HERBERT CRAVEN ARNOLD H1GGINS ALBERT MclLWAiN RENE M1V1LLE SENIOR YEAR GERALD McALEA FRED SMITH 46 1946 Edward F. Searles IIi« h School SJuuLuaJtion. fiAtewvqejnvejn A, 1946 GRADUATION HONORS VALEDICTORIAN SALUTATORIAN IVY ORATION CLASS HISTORY CLASS SONG CLASS POEM CLASS PROPHECY CLASS WILL PRESIDENT ' S ADDRESS CLASS DAY Phyllis Day Patricia Edson Eleanor Trumpold Philip Danforth Joanne Berndtson Cynthia Leslie Alice Hambleton Aram Demerjian Mary Kilmurray Robert Adams Robert Thompson 47 Edward 1 . Searles High School l!)lli MatidMcA Student who lias done most for Prettiest Girl (Quern) Handsomest Boy (King) Most Popular Girl Most Popular Boy 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 Ail-Around Girl Best Ail-Around Boys Glass Sheik Glass Baby Girls Glass Baby Boy Glass Blonde Glass Bedhead Class Gutie Glass Flirt Class Gigolo Glass Angel Class Brute Glass Musicians the school . Alice llamhleton Irene Beruhe Richard Sterndale Mary Kilmurray Robert Thompson Mary Kilmurray Joe Assaf Norma Quance Bernard O ' Bourke Rosalie Yorshis Irwin Margolis Alice Hambleton Philip Danforth Mary Kilmurray Aram Demerjian, Robert Thompson Irwin Margolis Irene Beruhe, Eleanor Trumpold John Curtin Dorothy Boynes Pauline White Irene Berube Arlene Assaf Frank Petralia . Mildred Batty Daniel Issenberg Philip Danforth, Richard Leonard 48 19 16 Edward F. Searles High School ( ' lass Einstein (Scientist) Glass (linger Rogers (Dancer) (-lass Fred Astaire (Dancer) Glass Mexican Athlete (Bull-thrower) Class Woman Hater Class Man Hater Class Giggler Class Shark Class Dude Class Peppiest Class Noisiest Boy Class Noisiest Girl Class Quietest Boy Class Quietest Girl Hardest to Battle 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 Actor Class Most Sleepy Most Talkative Class Walking Dictionary Samuel Holland Irene Berube Norman Sunderland Joseph Assaf Wesley Hartley Grace Hyder Virginia Buediger Irwin Margolis Irwin Margolis Mary Kilmurray Joseph Assaf Betty Steindl Wesley Hartley Eva Merchant Aram Demerjian, Samuel Holland Olive Mcllwain Elsie Schatz Daniel Issenberg, Norman Lawrence Joe Assaf Philip Danforth Norman Sunderland Mr. Bagnell Betty Steindl Joe Assaf Pat Adams Ray Barker Bernard O ' Rourke, Norman Sunderland Betty Steindl Howard Waterhouse 49 Edward 1 . Searles High School 1«)1( PAe ldervt ' d AdcUell ffi EMBERS of the School Committee, Mr. Conant, W Mr. Skillings, parents and friends: On behalf of the graduating class, I deem it an honor to welcome you to these, our Class Day exer- cises. For the past three years we of the class of li)l( have pursued our various courses at the Edward F. Searles High School. Here we learned, here we loved, and here we gained the key to our life ' s future — here in this school, here on these grounds. Now as the time of departure arrives we want you to know that we are not unmindful of whose efforts and sacrifices have made this all possible. So once again, I extend the class ' welcome to each and every one of you. — Robert Thompson 50 It) 10 Edward F. Searles High School QJlaAb UlbtoAy, S we, the class of 1946, stand upon the threshold of graduation, we WZX ask you to return with us to the autumn of 1943 and watch a group « = of young people, graduates of the junior high school, as they start their senior high school life. Bewilderment and anxiety showed upon our countenances when we climbed Baptist Hill to begin a new period in our young lives. Being eager to make a good impression upon the faculty and upper classmen, some of, us appeared loaded to overflowing with a variety of pencils hooks, dictionaries, and much similar equipment. Others had lately emerged from battle with Mother and Dad as to just what the modern high school student ought to wear. In short, everyone, in his or her own way, was attempting to get started on the right foot. The first item of importance to be taken up by the class was the election of officers. That period was naturally one of great tension both to those who sought office and to the onlookers. After we had polled our votes, they were counted. The results were as follows: Robert Thompson, pres- ident; Howard Waterhouse, vice-president; Gertrude Stroehla, secretary; and Alice Hambleton, treasurer. Anita Rawnsley and Norman Graichen were elected to the Student Council. Now that we had our leaders, we felt that we were a functioning high school unit. ■ Before we realized it, the period preceding the Sophomore Reception had passed. Our time had been so taken up with studies that the days had slipped rapidly by. Now, the day that we had been looking forward to with eager anticipation had arrived. At this party, we enjoyed general dancing until the middle of the evening. At intermission, the president of the senior class welcomed us officially into high school with a brief ad- dress. A grand march, led by the senior ami sophomore officers featured the latter part of the evening. After this warm and friendly gesture on the part of the seniors, we enjoyed the remainder of the evening with a new sense of social poise and assurance. By the beginning of the next year, as proud juniors, we felt a definite gain in dignity and sophistication. We delved into our studies with a new feeling of confidence. The inferiority complex that had dogged us con- tinually during our sophomore year now left us. Our first activity was, as it had been in the previous year, our class election. We re-elected Rob- ert Thompson our president; Richard Sterndale, vice-president; Phyllis Cole, secretary; and Alice Hambleton was re-elected to the treasurer ship. Anita Rawnsley, Richard Kirsch and Howard Waterhouse were chosen to serve on the Student Council. 51 Edward F. Searles High School Id Hi Before we had advanced far into our junior year, the time had conic to hold our class party. The students enjoyed an evening of dancing to the rhythms of a local orchestra in a colorfully decorated Central School Hall. At intermission refreshments were sold in the cafeteria. The days grew into weeks and the weeks into months, as the time flitted swiftly and silently by. Expressions of eagerness showed plainly on all our faces, for the time when we were to select our class rin.L s was rapidly approaching. We selected a conservative plain gold ring with the cus- tomary Searles Tower mounting. Then one early spring morning the monotony of everyday routine was broken by a notice on the bulletin stating that our long-awaited class rings were ready at the jeweler ' s. We lost no lime in procuring them at the earliest possible moment. Not long afterwards, the beautiful simplicity and arresting charm of our rings were fast winning the acclaim of all who beheld them. On a late spring day toward the end of the year, we sat glumly at our desks wishing we were anywhere hut in that drab schoolroom. Suddenly the jangle of a hell sent us pouring old onto the lawn for an assembly. There Sliss Southworth announced that the coveted Washington and Franklin medal for outstanding work in American History had been won by Phyllis Day, and presented the award to this deserving young lady without further ado. Our junior year came quickly to an end. We resolved to try to make ourselves worthy of that great name of Senior. We were jubilant, however, when we entered school again the next fall, for the glad news that Japan had capitulated unconditionally to the Allied forces was still hid a few weeks old. The first duty on the agenda of the senior class was to welcome the new sophomore class into the school. Remembering the royal manner in which we had been entertained at this very function two years before, we put forth our best efforts in order to give the new class a Sophomore Re- ception that would demonstrate our hospitality to the full. Meanwhile a few talented members of our class had been working un- tiringly under the direction of Miss Alice Littlejohn to prepare for the production of our Senior Play. The play, entitled A Little Honey, met with remarkable success. The members of the cast, playing their parts with enthusiasm, kept the people in the audience on the very edges of their chairs until the v u of the last act. Mr. Pearson and the high school orchestra rendered a few entr ' acte selections. All through this period, we seniors were beginning to consider seriously our careers after graduation. Some planned to go directly to work, some expected to join the armed forces, and others hoped to enter college. A number of our college preparatory students applied for admission to high- 52 1!)1( Edward F. Searles High School er educational institutions only to find themselves faced with a real diffi- culty. They saw that these schools were deplorably congested. Conse- quently our seniors found it a great deal harder to gain admission to col- leges than any of them had anticipated. Easting away for a time the cares of preparing for college hoard exam- inations, the group held its last class party. A lively committee-in-charge made it an event which will remain long in the memory of each senior. When Mr. Shillings announced that it was time to launch our magazine drive, we knew that the days until graduation were numbered. In this drive, each senior sold as many subscriptions to Colliers or American magazines as lie could. The commissions received from the company were turned over to his home-room representative. The funds thus ac- quired were employed in defraying the costs of printing our year-book. Each home-room hlew the top off its quota thermometer making our drive one of the most successful in the history of the school. As graduation approached nearer and nearer the Fortieth Annual Mil- itary Ball appeared next on the docket. The Eadet Corps staged a mili- tary drill exhibition, with Michael Bedrosian and his Company A drill squad winning the competitive drill. Another highlight of the evening was the grand march, with the young ladies in their beautiful evening dresses and their escorts in snappy uniforms. Not long after this important social event, our representative to the D.A. B. convention, held annually in Boston, was chosen. Our class treasurer, Alice Hambleton was selected for her good citizenship. At our last social event of the year, the Senior Prom, we were swept simultaneously with emotions of gladness and sadness. We were joyful in the realization that we had completed our course of study at Methuen High School; yet we were reluctant to break all tics with that ivy-covered castle that had nurtured us for the past three years. It is certain that at this, our last meeting together, we made secret promise. to ourselves. We resolved to bring the dreams, aspirations, and ambitions of childhood to realization. We have in the last few minutes reviewed a period of very profitable high school life. Now we are looking out upon a world striving to cling to a peace lately attained after years of brutal armed conflict. We know that, being human, we cannot attain perfection, but we can, if we will, attempt perfection. In doing this we may at least put off a recurrence of global conflict. — Philip Danforth 53 Edward F. Scarles High School L946 REUNION OF CLASS OF 1946 Ladies and Gentlemen: Here arc your radio commentators, Alice Hambleton and Aram Demerjian, bringing yon an exclusive interview of the tenth reunion of dial most advanced and surprising class of 1946 of Scarles High School. We arc in front of the main entrance of the newly built eight story Mc- thuen High School constructed by those progressive young architects, (diaries Duemmling and Fred Dobson. We are anxiously awaiting, with Mayor Caton, the arrival of that outstanding figure, the Honorable Carl Wuerker, Governor of Massachusetts. Before he arrives, we should like to say a lew words lor our sponsor. This portion of the interview is brought h) you by the courtesy of .Joe Assaf ' s Body-Building Ice Cream Company. His slogan is, You will al- ways scream when you eat our ice cream. We would let his latest cus- tomer say a few words, hut unfortunately he has died suddenly of acute indigestion. As we move among the throng we notice the lovely movie actress, Irene Berube, who starred with that handsome leading man, Bud Keyes in The Wife Means Business. This wonderful picture was directed by Bob Adams. Talking with these celebrities are those bcautifut Hollywood models, Elaine English, Arlene Assaf, and Jeannettc Boisjoly. Looking back toward the entrance, we see coming in Norma Quance, coach of Methuen ' s undefeated girls ' basketball learn, and her assistant, Arlene Bamskill. We ' ve just received word that .lack Curtin can ' t be here today. He is still getting his geography mixed up. It seems that Jack boarded the wrong train and has landed in Methuen, Wyoming instead of Methucn, Massachusetts. By the front door of the school, we notice a statue of Frank Petralia, the student who was so well liked by the faculty that they couldn ' t bear to see him graduated until the year 1946. When Frankie began to get A ' s in English, they were so alarmed at this change in his personality that they hastily granted him a diploma. Standing close to this statue are those pretty secretaries, Bernice Ditezel, Pat Adams and Shirley Taylor of Sullivan and Sifferlin Hosiery Company. Why, here comes dress designer Eleanor Hob. She must be looking for our famous operetta singer, Gertrude Stroehla. By the way, I hear that 54 15)10 Edward F. Searles High School Eleanor ' s car is in the garage for repairs. She claims that it was the fault of the telephone pole for deliberately getting in her way. All we can say is, everyone to his own opinion. It ' s too had that General Raymond Hogg and General Joseph Sarcione can ' t be here for this great occasion. Their military duties required them to leave for India to put down the uprising of native girls. Looking over to the corner, we see Reverend Waterhouse talking to Hedda Hopper Steindl. They must he discussing the polygamy case of Flash Sunderland. Sunderland ' s lawyer, Watson Kershaw, is trying to soften Judge Alfred George ' s hears so that he will try Flash on the Charge of bigamy only. Gloria Chludzinski, June Beeley, Irma Zenker and Geraldine Verette have to work overtime at Issenherg ' s Blue and White Inn, so they will be late in arriving. Mary Kilmurray, author of that best seller, How To Be Popular, has arrived with those well known bathing beauties, Pauline White and Bar- bara Henderson. Looking over to our left, we notice Officer Harold Bleicher still arguing with hairdresser Virginia Ruediger over who caused their automobile accident. It seems that Virginia was waving at Professor Ray Barker, and Harold thought that she was going to make a left turn, and he made her car look like an accordian. Harold claims that the fact that those chorus girls, Audrey Ackroyd, Dot Byrnes, Mary Donigian and Shirley Fredrick- son were on the side of the street didn ' t have anything to do with his col- liding with Ginny ' s car. Leaning against the office door are those Methuen glamorous blondes, Cynthia Leslie, Dorothy Oddy, Mildred Batty, and Shirley Mahoney, who were voted the four most beautiful blondes in the country at Atlantic City, New Jersey. Judges Dick Sterndale and Bill Lunib couldn ' t make up their minds whom to vote for. They claimed that only fifty reviews weren ' t enough and they insisted on twenty-five more. District Attorney Norman Graichen didn ' t blame the judges for wanting more review ' s and declared himself an official judge also. The internationally famous Doctor Phil Hyde with his nurses, Pauline Moan, Nordice Eaton, Eileen Greenwood and Jacqueline Cavanaugh, is just entering the building. They are all on the staff at Enright and Ger- stenberger ' s White Wash hospital at Shoe Black, Cowhampshire. Directly in front of us are those lovely sales demonstrators, Betty Weis- inger, Anne Whetmore, and Helen T akesian, who work in Helene Schlegel and Eleanor Pug Trumpold ' s Beauty Salon. Those Social Service workers, Elsie Schatz, Phyllis Cole and Bosalie Yorshis will leave for Europe directly after this reunion. Moving to our right, we see Bernard O ' Rourke and Leon Vartanian, Methuen High ' s football and basketball coaches, talking to Bob Thompson and Ray Feugill, Methuen ' s baseball and track coaches. They must be 55 Edward !• ' . Seniles High School 1946 discussing whai good publicity it was for the high school to have lour un- defeated teams in one year. We see a group of bobby-soekers gathering at the gate. No wonder! . .Arriving is that famous crooner, Warren Smithartra. Policewomen Frances Dick is trying to get the bobby-soekers away from Warren. Those swimming stars, Irene O ' Brien, Theresa Malley, Bernice Nelson and Joan Petit are taking a day off to come tu his reunion. Zooming over our heads this very minute are three airplanes. I am told that flying those airplanes are none other than Frank Kolb, George Harris, and Dick Kirseh. They are advertising Mike Arzoonian and George 0- hanian ' s Tasty Sandwich Shop, which is doing wonderful business. I don ' t know much about their sandwiches, but with girls like Armig Mel- lian. Eva .Merchant, Olivette Morency, Dot Morley and Kathleen Morse with their charming personalities working there, it ' s no wonder that bus- iness is booming. As we were coming to this reunion, we stopped into Iladlield and Gal- ligher ' s Pure White Drug Store. We met the president of the Arlington Mills, Walter Bamford in there, and had a few words with him. He told us that he was thinking of raising the salaries of his chemists, John Mira- gliotta, Richard Bicci andMicha el Rotondo, Iwenty-five cents a week; but if he raises their pays, his own secretaries, Laura Sadzewicz, Patricia Spofford and Betty Steele will want the same raise 1 also, and Walter can ' t afford to throw his money away like that. However, Union leaders Dick Robinson and Fred Miller, are insisting upon the raise. As soon as the pharmacists, Joanne Berndston and Anita Rawnsley, made out our pre- scriptions, we left. There is that famous blues singer, Olive Mcllwain. We saw her sing at Telford ' s Pear Branch Ballroom in New York last week. She sang with Dick Leonard ' s Hot Shots. We surely enjoyed the solos by Wesley Hartley and Angela Orlando, too. As we walk down the steps, we see Leslie Cooke, Helen Powers, Connie Lazzara, Barbara Kett and Barbara Bent who are models for those suc- cessful clothing designers, Margolis and Brown. The girls are talking with their former classmates, telephone operators Claire Lemay, Marie Libbey, Claire Mills and Claire Lister. Rolling up to the front entrance is Congressman Phil Bateman ' s car. Chauffeur Stanley Oleferowicz opens the car door and out steps Congress- man Bateman, followed by his two husky body guards, Norman Lawrence and Jack Lodge. We see Professors Holland and Danforth each studying a book diligent- ly under the shady tree to our right. We have heard that they have their most skilled assistants, Phyllis Day, Pat Edson, and Grace Hyder, work- ing on a plan to put the split atom together again. The music you hear in the background is supplied by Larrayne Bich- ardson ' spopular All-( irl Orchestra. We see Winsome Wallace playing 56 1946 Edward F. Searles High School the violin, Claire Duffy, the piano, and as a special feature, Connie Di- (iloria and Emily DiZazzo doing an acrobatic dance. We take time out for another commercial. Come to Marggraf ' s and Morin ' s Red Nose Cafe located at Bleary Eyed Bend. We serve the best high test drinks in the land. Our slogan is, You never leave our place feeling the same as when you came in ' . Barbara Thomson, Priscilla Thomson and Claire Fleming are doing their best to try to keep the books balanced, and their employers out of debt. Right in hack of us is Ed Groswald, the director of that Great musical hit Gertie ' s Garter. It has been held over at Bowler ' s Cocoanut Shell Theatre, perhaps because Phyllis Reinhold is Gertie and Vera Ratcliffe and Claire Alekel are among the high kickers. President Eva Deroche and Vice President June MacDougal, of the Law- rence Lumber Company, just rushed out the door because Fire Chief Ernie Barry notified them that their store was on fire. Biding with Ernie was Police Chief Rosario Scandura, arrayed in all his brass buttons. I wouldn ' t doubt that his suit was tailored by Peter Tsackle. Editor Claire Weidlick, of the Methuen Daily Blue and White, sent her star reporters, Maureen Moore, Lila Batchelder, and Bulb Barker, to cover this reunion. Along with them came the paper ' s photographers, Shirley Nicholson, Lillian Bitter and Theresa Hardacre. Approaching us are those plane hostesses, Shirley Rayer, Shirley Jacob- son, and Rosalie Nutton. They are looking for Harold Farrow, the pub- licity agent of Mann ' s Apple Orchard, to thank him for the basket of luscious apples which he sent to them. Looking the situation over, we see now that everyone has arrived, and as our time is up this is station WMHS signing off. Alice Hambleton Aram Demerjian 57 Edward F. Searles High School 1«)1 ; 9ahj, Oblation X__h)K the past five years war. destruction, and terror have existed ■sd throughout the world. Now we, the class of 191(5, have the task of BB ™ a helping to rebuild the world - the task of replacing hate and greed with the finer things of life — faith, love of mankind, peace. Today we are gathered here on the spacious school lawns for our Class Day exercises for the traditional planting of the ivy. Let us take not of the tender, insignificant ivy plant. This same little plant withstands the burning heat of sultry summer days and the piercing wind and snow of the winter season. Still the ivy slowly hut persistently continues to grow and climb. The perseverance and tenacity of these twining vines become a great challenge for the youth of today. May we also withstand the toils and troubles of life in the great world of turmoil, and continue to steadily climb the ladder of life. The ivy, as it clings to a cold, barren wall, tends to add warmth and beauty. Likewise, cooperation and understanding will bring about good will and peace. Lest we again fall into the evil and corrupt ways that have led us into wars, we must strive for peace based on truth, honesty, and charity. Peace of this kind will overcome all of the ugly injustices and promote beauty and love. As we, the class of Dili, go forth, let us work to attain our goal of Peace on earth, good will toward men. Eleanor Trumpold 58 19 16 Edward F. Searles High School iPxt-ciaJt £u ent4 SOPHOMORE RECEPTION Our first social event of the school year was held November 1st, when the seniors officially welcomed the Soph- omores to the High School. A lollypop was presented to every Sopho- more girl during the Grand March, and dancing and refreshments were enjoyed by all. SENIOR PARTY was held on December 11th and we shall always remember the humorous entertainment. SENIOR PLAY January 11th was the night the seniors presented their annual Class Play at the Central School Hall which was filled to capacity. MILITARY BALL— The event of the year, the Military Ball, was held March 15th with music by Frankie Kahn. The Grand March with cadets in uniforms and girls in lovely gowns, made a colorful pitcure and was the highlight of the evening. The cadets are to be congratulated for the fine showing they made as they exhibited their Military Ball. SOPHOMORE PARTY A good time was in store for all who went to the Sophomore Party held on April 5th. Entertainment was provided by student talent and we all had a chance to view the Sophomores ' fine initiative and school spirit. GIRLS ' ' A. A. EXHIRITION- An athletic exhibition was again held by the girls on April 26th under the direction of Miss Dorothy Chadwick, girls ' physical education instructor. Followed by dancing, it was a suc- cess, both financially and socially. RAND CONCERT AND DANCE— Our excellent Band once more pre- sented an enjoyable Band Concert and Dance on May 17th, for our enter- tainment. Methuen High School is very fortunate in having such a fine leader as Hal McDonnell. •SENIOR PROM— With the close of school near at hand, we held our Senior Prom on June 7th. 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 were in school, a gay atmosphere prevailed. 59 Edward F. Searles lli h School 1«)l(i eiau04ficzu Vice President, Richard Sterndale; Treasurer, Alice Hambleton, Secretary, Mary Kilmurray; President, Robert Thompson 60 Activities Edward F. Searles High School I ' M I, Standing: L. Greenwood, E. Schatz, E. Blaine. Seated: D. Lee, P. Marchand, H. Waterhouse, N. Quance, M. Owen. Student Qaunci£ {_J HIS year, the Student Council planned a splendid calendar of social events. The Council also sponsored a very successful sale of bonds and stamps during the Victory Loan Drive. The members of the Council were: Seniors — Richard Kirsch, Norma Quance, Elsie Schatz, Howard Waterhouse, President; Juniors Edward Blaine, Lester Green- wood, Pauline Marchand, Vice-president; Sophomores — Donald Lee, Mary Owen. 62 1946 Edward F. Searles High School Back Row: R. Leonard, R. Yorshis, E. Steindl, A. Hambleton, J. Berndtson, J. Bagnell, E. Schatz, C. Leslie, A. Rawnsley, L. Lutz, H. Waterhouse. Front Row: C. Cole, N. Quance, L. Laurie, G Hyder, P. Cole, E. Trumpold, C. Winn, M. Kilmurray, N. Wilson. OJke. Blue and WAite Editor in Chief Assistant Editor Literary Editor Humor Column News and Notes Editor Exchange Editor Alumni Editor Subscription Managers Business Managers Junior Assistant Manager Nosey Nook Editors Sophomore Correspondent Profile Column Girls ' Athletics Boys ' Athletics Faculty Adviser Phyllis Cole Richard Leonard Howard Waterhouse Anita Rawnsley, Cynthia Leslie Elizabeth Steindl Catherine Winn Leo Lutz Norma Quance, Grace Hyder Eleanor Trumpold, Rosalie Yorshis Lois Laurie Alice Hambleton, Norma Wilson Catherine Cole Mary Kilmurray Joanne Berndtson Elsie Schatz John A. Basnell 63 Edward F. Searles 1 1 i _ 1 1 School 1910 Qadet QaApA {Jj HE year of 1946 was one of general improvement for the Methuen 3335 High School ( ' .add Corps. Van. ns schools were held for the of 822s Beers and men of the corps to increase their knowledge of military drill. Due to the shortage of rifles, drills were held in groups of eleven men. The officers of the Corps were invited to attend the annual Military Hall in the Gloucester R.O.T.C. unit. In return lor this cordial invitation, they were invited to attend our Fortieth Annual .Military Ball. The Military Hall was one of the most colorful in years. The hall was lined with rose-covered trellises, and different colored spot-lights helped to add to the gala affair. The prize drill is the final event of the year for the corps. Medals will he awarded to the winners of the drill. The officers will then receive their discharges and pass in review for the last time. ROSTEH OF THE CORPS Major Raymond Hogg Aide Capt. Joseph Sarcione Quartermaster Colonel ' s Aide Capt. Irwin Margolis Capt. Charles Duemmling Capt. Rosario Scandura Capt. William Lumb 1st Lieut. John Lodge COMPANY A Second Lieut. Daniel Morin Second Lieut. Harold Farrow Capt. Samuel Holland 1st Lieut. Joseph Assaf COMPANY R Second Lieut. Daniel Enright Second Lieut. Irving Rrown Capt. Norman Graichen 1st Lieut. YVotson Kershaw COMPANY C Second Lieut. Raymond Gallagher 64 1«)1( Edward F. Searles High School Back Row: Col. Masson, D. Eniight, N. Graichen, 1. Margolis, C. Duemmling, W. Lumb, R. Scandura, S. Holland, j. Sarcione, H. Farrow. Front Row: D. Gallagher, D. Morin, J. Assaf, R. Hogg, W. Kershaw, J. Lodge, 1. Brown. 65 Edward F. Searles High School l ' .ilii OAe, Bxmd J_J ERE is our prize-winning Hand, a school unit of which we are all mp very proud. It appears al a uumber of high-school functions dru- ' « ■ ing the year to enliven the atmosphere with bright martial music and serious concert selections- The band holds a concert and dance each year in order to acquire funds to buy instruments, music, and uniforms. The members of this organization respond readily to the able instruction given to them by their competent and well-known hand-master, Mr. Harold McDonnell. The band proved its worth conclusively this year when it journeyed to Needham to participate in State Conclave, and later to Gloucester to ap- pear at the New England Festival. Our young musicians came through with Hying colors. They were declared the champions of their class at both of these important competitions. BAND PERSONNEL, 1945-1946 harold l. McDonnell, instructor 1st Trombone I st Trombone 2nd Trombone 2nd Trombone 3rd Trombone 3rd Trombone Tuba I uba Tuba Baritone 1st French Horn I nd French Horn 3rd French Horn 4th French Horn Solo Trumpet Solo Trumpet Solo Trumpet Solo Trumpet Solo Trumpet Solo Trumpet I st Trumpet I st Trumpet 2nd Trumpet 2nd Trumpet 3rd Trumpet 3rd Trumpet 3rd Trumpet Soprano Saxophone 1 st Alto Saxophone 2nd Alto Saxophone Philip Danforth Robert Haigh William Thomson Barbara Robinson Robert Chase Arpena Gioagosian Karl Marshall Richard Mahoney Allan Waters Roland Furman Charles Miville Elliott Cook Lois Hanson Pauline Turner Robert Koebrick William Chadwick Leo Lutz James Skillings Doris Eyers Louise Hill Michael Haykal John Sapienza Walter Zytkewicz Albert Graham Raymond Hunniford Warren Lumb Nicholas Aznoian Audrey Sykes John Norwood Frank Polizoti Tenor Saxophone Baritone Saxophone Solo Clarinet Solo Clarinet Solo Clarinet Solo Clarinet Solo Clarinet Solo Clarinet 1st Clarinet 1st Clarinet 2nd Clarinet 2nd Clarinet 2nd Clarinet 2nd Clarinet 3rd Clarinet 3rd Clarinet 3rd Clarinet 3rd Clarinet Snare Drum Snare Drum Snare Drum Snare Drum Bass Drum Cymbals Drum Majorette (Ca Drum Majorette Drum Majorette Drum Majorette Drum Majorette Charles Bedarl Edward Wilczyanski Alfred Rotondo Dorothy Gibson Donald Crabtree Arthur Vogler Nancy Galloway Ronald Bramhall Carlo Tabellario Ernest Matses Elsie Schatz Ida White Robert Wilde Anthony Fram Donald Hay Arthur Cartt-r Thomas Sifferlen John Rollins John Hadfieid Arthur Hadfieid Dorothy Chute Harold Aznoian Leon Bassett Alvin Low.- pt.) Gloria Daigle Barbara Ball Marilyn Herbert Marilyn Booth Betty Child 66 1946 Edward F. Searles IIii li School 67 Edward F. Searles High School 1 )I() Back Row: P. Adams, R. Yorshis, R. Barker, D. Issenberg, Miss Littlejohn, P. Colo, P. Danforth. Front Row: J. Cavanaugh, J. Berndtson, M. Kilmurray, I. Berube, P. Day, P. Batemai. MemaA QlaM, 9Iay J I ' ll Senior Play, A Little Honey, under the able direction of Miss WGjA Alice Littlejohn was one of the finest ever produced by the students « at Methuen High School. The plot was to have Tom, a returning war hero, propose to Diana. This plan brought about many complicating situations. We will long remember the hilarious actions of Joanne Berndtson, as the sour-faced cook- The cast was as follows:— Jerry Minton, a teen-ager Albert Parker, the boy next door Caroline, Scoots, Jerry ' s younger sister Diana, Jerry ' s older sister Delores Meggleha miner, the cook Tom Corning, in love with Diana Roger Minton, the father Eve Tyler, an attractive widow Martha Minton, the mother Mrs. Simmons, a trained nurse Grandma Thornton, Martha ' s mother The Sure-Shot Man, an exterminator Phyllis Day Philip Bateman Irene Berube Rosalie Yorshis Joanne Berndtson Raymond Barker Philip Danforth Mary Kilmurray Phyllis Cole Jacqueline Cavanaugh Patricia Adams Daniel Issembera 6b 10 1G Edward F. Searles High School Back Row Standard Bearers: G. Stroehla, B. Dietzel, E. Weisinger, R. Yorshis. Third Row: Ladies in Waiting: P. Spofford, J. McDougal, V. Ratcliffe, G. Chludzinski, H. Zak, A. Assaf. Second Row: D. Boines, crown bearer; M. Batty, S. Taylor, C. Lister, E. English, T. Malley. First Row: J. Assaf, Jester; R. Sterndale, King; I. Berube, Queen. Qiadd Qxtfy TUiyent yE lllK traditional Class Day Pageant was held on Juhe tenth, on the vl spacious lawn in trout of the Edward F. Searles High School. The medieval architecture of our school formed a most impressive background for this colorful ceremony, which will be long remembered by the class of 1 046. 69 Edward F. Searles lli.qli School 1946 Soot aM ED by an able captain, Aram Demerjian, our 19-16 football squad ■HB showed hue spiril and clean sportsmanship throughout the sea- S Sa son. Many compliments were received by Head Coach John ilan- tligan and Assistant Coaches Philip Morehouse and Donald Ball on the excellent physical condition of the team. There were also many individ- ual honors won. Gerald McAlea, Robert Thompson and Norman Sunder- land were picked on the all-suburban team, and Frank Kolh was awarded the Andrew Haldane Trophy, which is given each year to an outstanding player who best emulated the character of Andy Haldane, a former M.H.S football star killed in World War 2. We are proud of our foot- hall team and we wish that the teams to come may inherit their fighting spirit. Methuen (i Central Catholic 13 Methuen Ameshury 39 Methuen ( Hudson 7 Methuen (i Tewksbury 11 Methuen 13 Johnson 7 Methuen ( Danvers Methuen Xewhuryport Methuen 26 Ipswich () Methuen Punchard 7 70 1 !)!() Edward F. Searles High School Back Row: D. Ball, Ass ' t Coach, P. Hyde, J. Lebowitz, N. Aznoian, G. Moynihan, F.Kolb T. Solomon, P. Morehouse, Ass ' t Coach, K. Ramskill, M. Bedrosian, R. Vose D. Huston, C. Duemmling, V. Pizzano, J. Hannigan, Coach. Middle Row: R. Barker, W. Zytkewicz, W. Smith G. Harris, G. McAlea, N. Sunderland A. Demerjian, Captain, B. O ' Rourke, J. Assaf, R. Feugill, R. Quigley, S. Holland, R. Sterndale, F. Dobson. Front Row: N. Lawrence, Co-manager, D. Corcoran, E. Blaine, A. Smith, G. Haykal, A. Morse, R. Thompson, A. Volger, K. Wilman, W. Kershaw, Co-manager, J. Keefe (not shown) , Captain-elect. 71 Edward F. Searles lliidi School 1946 A. Hambleton, B. Ravgiala, A. Ramskill, P. Marchand, S. Davis, L. Lowell, L. Cooke M. Kilmurray. (%ee eoc e l y f I ' LL of ambition and pep, our cheerleaders led our football and bas- rm ketball teams to victory during the past season. They were a won- ™bb derful group of girls who were always working hard to find new and peppy cheers. This is the first year that the girls cheered at our bas- ketball games, and, we must admit, it turned out very well. Win or lose, our girls were always behind our team one hundred per cent- The group consists of — Seniors: Arlene Ramskill, Alice Hambleton, Leslie Cooke, Mary Kilmurray; Juniors: Shirley Davis, Barbara Ravgiala, Pauline Mar- chand, Lorraine Lowell. Our two sub-cheerleaders were Sophomores Evelyn Sterndale and Elaine Nader. 72 191  Edward F. Searles High School Back Row: P. Marchand, Manager, B. Ravgiala, J. Hogarth, S. Chateauneuf, B. Wilson, V. Doerr, S. Parah, E. Schatz. Second Row: B. Hogarth, J. Petit, C. Enright, T. Malley, C. Langille, R. Nutton. Front Row: J. Berndston, B. Thwaites, I. O ' Brien, N. Quance, Captain, A. Ramskill, H. Uttley, H. Wilson. 9Mi ' BuiMkdl © HE girls ' basketball team, led by captain Norma Quance, com- pleted a very successful season by winning seven games out of eight. This is the first time, for quite a few years, that the girls have had a complete schedule. May the future seasons be as successful as the present one. 73 Edward F. Searles High School 1916 Back Row: W. Lumb, L. Lutz, R. Feugill, R. Quigley, R. Nolet, Mr. Byrne, Coach, i£. Groswald, F. Dobson, S. Holland, B. MacKay, J. Lebowitz. Middle Row: J. Curtin, Manager, C. Duemmling, W. Bamford, W. Smith, A. Morse, J. Assaf, R. Margraf, V. Pizzano, G. Harris, R. Scandura. Front Row: R. Slater, S. Dehl, A. Smith, E. Traub, G. Haykal, C. Jacobs, F. Hill. OaxjucJIc © RACK is becoming an increasingly popular sport at Methuen High The 1946 team has an abundance of talented material, lead by an especially fine captain. Coach Byrne will have a chance to put his squad against some high calibre opponents this season. 74 10-10 Edward F. Searles High School Back Row: L. Basseett, mgr. ; B. Thompson, H. Hartwell, F. Rostron, coach; R. Hogg, W. Thompson, R. Hunniford. Second Row: C. Duemmling, B. O ' Rourke, D. Baker, W. Lund, R. Adams, D. Lee, D. Huson, (capt. -elect.) Front Row: B. Keyes, L. Vartanian, (capt.); K. Wilman. Royi ' Ba JfoJkkM j HEN the appeal for basketball candidates was issued, there were many returning lettermen and a number of underclassmen who answered the call. The squal fought many hard battles under the guidance of coach Fred Rostron. Proving their ability as a clean and sportsmanlike aggregation, the team had a very successful season which ended with a won ) and lost 8 record. Members of the Squad: Seniors: capt. Leon Vartanian, Bernard Keyes, Robert Thompson, Raymond Feu- gill, Raymond Hogg, William Lumb, Robert Adams, Charles Duemmling, Bernard O ' Rourke; Juniors: John Keefe, David Huson, capt. -elect; Ralph Edson, Andrew Morse; Sophomores: David Baker, Raymond Quigley, Herbert Hartwell, Robert Mackay, William Thomson, Donald Lee, Jason Lebowitz; Managers: Leon Bassett, Raymond Hunniford. 75 Edward F. Seniles High School L946 Back Row: F. Kolb, A. Graham, C. Woekel, B. Keyes, R. Sterndale, R. Hogg, H. Hart- well, B. O ' Rourke, P. Hyde, E. Gross, Coach Rostron. Front Row: E. Settle, R. Hunniford, A. Monihan, P. Morency, L. Vartanian, R. Thomp- son, R. Koebrick, M. Jackson, P. Bateman. BmeJkdl C5 HE baseball season opened on April second, with twenty-three hoys reporting to Coach Rostron. Prospects were very good, with many veteran players returning to play under the capable leadership of Robert Thompson. 76 19 If) Edward F. Searles High School Back Row: B. Leonard, P. Danforth, W. Thomson, B. Wilson, W. Wallace, W. Pearson, (Director) P. Qumn, R. Telford, D. Eyers, W. Mandes, L. Lutz. Front Row: B. Thwaites, E. Bedard, E. Wilczynski, A. Hadfield, D. Gibson, D. Crabtree, M. Owen. Ofae, OAcPielUa NDER the able direction of Mr. Walter Pearson, the q£zL won new laurels for itself, having played at such sc 55S J as the Memorial Day exercises, the Senior Play, and blies, the orchestra members have not only obtained wor ience for themselves, but they have also given the rest of worth listening to. We salute the orchestra for its hard w orchestra has hool functions school assem- th while exper- us something ork and faith- ful service. MEMBERS MR. 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