Milford High School - Oak Lily and Ivy Yearbook (Milford, MA)

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the exams weren’t that bad . . . Quite an¬ noyed he said, “What are you talking about?” . . . He hastily assured us that he wished only to sharpen his pencil before the bell rang . . . Was our face red! . . . Not so very long ago, a few of the Senior boys and girls went to town to enjoy the open house day which Boston University was conducting . . . They took in every¬ thing . . . even the tea and cakes which were offered at the girls’ dormitory . . . We have it from a very reliable source that one of the gentlemen of the party didn’t sweeten his tea because he didn’t know how to manipulate the prongs which were provided with the lump sugar ... We are pleased to print that Roy Cutter filled us with pride when his essay “ Wings Across America ” was awarded fifth prize in the state essay Air-Mail contest. Nice work Roy . . . and now, facing the future with confidence we bid farewell to our school and the lasting friendships which she fostered. . . . But still we ramble on. We often heard father and mother, brother and sister, principal and teacher say that the days spent in high school are about the best one could want. Sometimes, of course, we thought that they said that merely to have us apply ourselves more diligently to our lessons. There is no doubt but what they were happy. We seemed to be living in a little world of our own. We had our lead¬ ers, we had our followers; we had our romances, we had our quarrels; we had our Rebeccas; we had our Penrods; we had our own problems to solve and our own limitations to face. But we always had an understanding principal and faculty as our friends. As we reflect, we marvel at the patience which they demonstrated under many conditions. They have developed in us a love of the past and, we repeat, a feel¬ ing of confidence for the future. IN REVIEW President . Jacob Heitin Vice-President . Adelaide Piteo Secretary . Florence Butterworth Treasurer . Raymond Mainini Valedictorian . Margery Kerr Salutatorian . Josephine Parente Third Honor .. Rose Piscitello Historian . Augusta Copper Prophet . John Greene Writer of Will . Edward Dugan Pianist . Evelyn Calabrese Class Motto .... To Thine Own Self Be True Class Flower . American Beauty Rose ! :. ■ . l ■: r Jfyg r r - W 1 PI- LJ1 J JKJL a- mi jam- pgjj L . . MW far m ' mpL w v £5 R. «r Pf— - mis If- - w r v rp |(j, ■ I 21

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The Class of 193$ Faces Future With Confidence But Regrets Parting OUR CLASS OFFICERS, Daly Piteo, vice- president; Jake Heitin, president; Buff Butter- worth, secretary (standing) ; Ray Mainini, treasurer; and Gusta Copper, historian, (stoop¬ ing) gladly pose for this “dignified” photograph. As the old maestro says, “The time has come for au revoir and pleasant dreams.” When green but growing we entered this revered institution of learning four eventful years ago, the farthest thought from our minds was graduation, but here we are . . . Before we go, however, we wish to recall a few choice incidents. The time: Early part of the school year . . . The set¬ ting: A schoolroom; a teacher is giving a hearing test to a student. She whispers a number; the student repeats it . . . Teacher (Softly) : 25 . . . Pupil (Anxious¬ ly) 25? . . . Teacher: Yes. 14 . . . Pupil: 14? . . . Teacher: Yes; 19 . . . Pupil: 19? . . . Teacher: Yes; 32 . . . Pupil: 32? . . . Gleeful voice from back of room: “Beano!” Did you know that a certain respect¬ ed male returned the first long pants suit he ever owned because there were no sleeves to the vest? . . . The traditional de¬ bate and dispute over the costume of the graduating class took place again this year . . . Amid great confusion, coupled with heated debate, all proposals went down to an ignominious defeat . . . except the traditional garb of dark coats and flannels for the boys, and white evening gowns for the girls . . . During the meet¬ ing, one of the girls made a suggestion which met with immediate disfavor from one of our more enthusiastic male class¬ mates ... In a flash, Andy Bernardi was on his feet, loudly protesting the measure. “Why should we boys,” he said, “be ruled by what the girls want?” . . . The person conducting our meeting evidently knew the answer, for he answered, “You just wait a few years!” . . . And did we laugh! On the morning of our examinations some of us were standing in a group di¬ gesting some last minute information . . . One of our classmates rushed over to us and frantically demanded a razor blade . . . Somewhat astonished and firmly believing that the chap in desperation had lost his nerve and wished to have his ashes cre¬ mated, we hastily tried to quiet the boy and comfort him with the declaration that 20

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Eleanor Louise Adams El Address : 6 Poplar Street. Course : College. Pet preference : Radio dramas. Pet aversion : People saying ain’t. Ambition: Air hostess. Debating Club 1 ; Science Club 3, 4 ; Garrick Club 3, 4; Basket¬ ball 3, 4. Even to the point of becoming somewhat confused at times, Eleanor-of-the-many coiffures was co-operative to the Nth degree and capably assisted us in our tasks. Violinda Catherine Allegrezza Yola Address: 16% Cedar Street. Course: Commercial. Pet preference : Reading. Pet aversion : Poetry. Ambition: Nurse. We are reminded of the many new outfits which Yola wore from time to time—likewise of her spic-and-span appearance. We know of no reason why she should not meet with success in her chosen profession. Josephine Kathryn Antolini Jo Address : 134 South Main Street. Course : Commercial. Pet preference : Listening to the radio. Pet aversion: Being disturbed while reading. Ambition : Secretary. Debating Club 1 ; Basketball 4. If any one wishes to know a good place to purchase a palatable scoop of ice cream, we refer him to the subject of this write-up. She hands us our best dessert with a smile ; that ' s why we like her. Anita Louise Arcudi Arcadoo Address: 141 Central Street. Course: Commercial. Pet preference : Studying popu¬ lar songs. Pet aversion : Reading. Ambition: Traveling. What, no music? If such were the case Anita would not be hap¬ py. She was one of the first to introduce new points in the way to trip it on the light fantastic. There ' s nothing II Penseroso about her. Andrew Albert Bernardi Andy Address: 80 Prospect Heights. Course: Commercial. Pet preference : To see and read about famous people. Pet aversion : To stand before an audience. Ambition : Sailor. Baseball 2, 3, 4; Football 3 ; Basketball 3, 4. We doubt if we shall ever for¬ get Andy ' s Charlie McCarthy act. He doesn’t quite measure six feet, but he has a heart of gold and a personality worth cultivating— two splendid assets. Edith Elizabeth Bilsbury Address: Upper Congress Street. Course: Commercial. et preference : Arguing. Pet aversion : Disturbances while sewing. Ambition : Dress designer. Debating Club 1 ; Dance Com¬ mittee 3, 4; Theo-Harmon Club, Treasurer 3. Edith, no doubt, had a good reason for her nonchalant atti¬ tude about things in general. When she did attend classes, she contributed pleasantly to our school life. Angelina Carolyn Alberto Ann Address : 320 Main Street. Course : College. Pet preference: Classical music. Pet aversion : Jazz. Ambition : Teacher. Debating Club 1 ; Dante Club 2, 3 ; Garrick Club 3, 4 ; Theo- Harmon Club, Vice-president 4. Ann appreciates and enjoys grand opera. Her refined tastes, pleasing appearance, pleasant dis¬ position, and intelligent point of view will continue to win her many friends. Rita Dolores Andreola Address : 2 East Street. Course: Commercial. Pet preference : Dancing. Pet aversion : Being a critic. Ambition: Traveler. Her final triumph in distin¬ guishing the shorthand outlines of did and would is a sufficient proof that Rita will do her best to overcome any difficulties that beset her path. We congratulate her also on her excellent danc¬ ing. Douglas Rae Archibald Smoke Address: 10 Poplar Street. Course : College. Pet preference : Roller coasting. Pet aversion : Brushing rugs. Ambition : Industrial engineer. Debating Club 1 ; Basketball 3, 4 ; Dance Comm. 3, 4; Science Club 3, 4 ; Garrick Club 4. Whenever there was excite¬ ment in the air, Doug was on hand to add to the affair. In his own way he could imperson¬ ate to perfection—even the fac¬ ulty. Estley Melvin Benson Address: 8 Fountain Street. Course : Commercial. Pet preference : Sliding. Pet aversion : People acting sil¬ ly or foolishly. Ambition : Bookkeeper. A slow, plodding, shy type of individual is Benson. But he has a mighty fine point in his favor : he can keep a trust and merit the confidence placed in him. He never shirked and always did his best. Elbert Monroe Bethel Al Address: 23 Forest Street. Course: College. Pet preference : Tennis. Pet aversion : History. Ambition : Aviator. Debating Club 1 ; Basketball 3. He who says “Prove it!” is sure to find out. Al sure does, for he was never in doubt. He is interested in aviation, in ac¬ quiring a good French vocabu¬ lary, and in building strong friendships. Lillian Arleene Binks Lil Address : 27 Hartford Avenue, South Milford. Course: Commercial. Pet preference : Swing music. Pet aversion : Dropping paper- filled books. Ambition: Hairdresser. Patience is a virtue, Lil, and you surely possess it. Just as we commented on El Adams’ inter¬ esting hair styles, so do we on yours. You have the right am¬ bition in mind. Keep to it; we ' re for you.