Millbury Memorial High School - Aftermath Yearbook (Millbury, MA)

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Rosemary Norton “Life, to one born whole, is worth the living, Well worth the taking, having, and the giving.” With a ready laugh or a helping hand, Rosie’ is the most popular all-around girl in the class; she shows her true school spirit by ‘all she has done in sports and school activities. Reflector 2, 3, 4; Reflectorette 2, 3; Af- termath 4 (Assistant Editor); Basketball 2, 3, 4 (Captain); Field Hockey 2, 3 (Manager) 4; French Club 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Play Committee 4; Science Club 4; Prom Committee 3, 4; Picture Committee 3. James Edward O'Neill ‘He's small, but he's wise, So beware all you guys.”' Although ‘“‘Jimmie’’ is the smallest boy in the senior class, his talents in chem- istry have not been hidden. His witty jokes and good-natured manner make up for his small stature. Biology Club 2. Mildred Ann Pajala ‘Promise is most given when the least is said. ‘Millie’ seems quiet, but we know she's willing to smile. Always appear- ing natural, she dresses in the best of taste. Alfred Arthur Francis Perry, Jr. “Strong and content, | travel the open road. ' ““Freddy,’’ as captain, was an import- ant member of the basketball team. He's a willing classmate, and if you need help, ask ‘'Freddy; ’ he'll do all he can. Aftermath 4; Baseball 2, 3, 4; Basketball 2, 3, 4 (Captain); Prom Committee 3, 4. Joseph Anthony Pichierri “When your friends laugh at your jokes, you have either good friends or good jokes.”’ The glamor boy of M. H. S., ‘‘Joe,'' al- though he has a quiet way, is far from shy and has a willing laugh. We hear he really has a way with the girls. Marie Barbara Powers “AIL for love and nothing for reward.,’’ Marie came to our class from St. Ste- phens in her junior year. She seems to enjoy life to the utmost and loves to hear the latest joke. Dorothy Agnes Purdie “‘Let men say whate'er they will Woman, woman, rules them still. If ‘‘Dot'’ could walk as fast as she can talk, she would never be late for school. She plans to attend State Teachers where she wants to major in history. Reflector 2, 3, 4; Biology Club 2; French Club 3; Glee Club 1, 2, 3; School Play 4; Honor Pupil. Arthur Howard Racicot “It is easier not to speak a word at all than to speak more words than we should.”’ ‘“Art'' is a quiet member of our class, but when you know him, you'll see that he doesn't miss any fun. Maxine Helen Reade “I've taken my fun where I've found it; there's the humor of ikon ‘‘Mac,'’ one of the all-around girls of M. H. S., seems to find time for work and play. She works in the office af- ter school and her nights are divided for the gang's. laughing parties, ‘'Fred- die, and homework. Class Secretary 1, 2, 3, 4; Reflector 1, 2, 3, 4; Reflectorette 3; Aftermath 4 (Editor); Field Hockey 4; Biology Club 2; Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Play Committee 4; Horace Mann Student; D. A. R. Rep- resentative; Service Club Essay Winner Se Barbara Elise Reed “How brilliant and mirthful the light of her eye.”’ ‘Barb,’ petite and jolly, is president of the French Club. She likes to walk with Audrey and ‘'Dot,'’ and seems to like the Bramanville boys. Reflector 2, 3, 4; Aftermath 4; Biology Club 2; French Club 4; Glee Club 1, DRS Carol Virginia Reid ““Unthinking, idle, wild, and young, | have laugh'd and danc'd and talk'd and sung. ’ Always laughing and provoking laugh- ter, Carol can't be quiet for very long. She seems to know everyone and every- thing, and being chosen prom queen shows she has ‘‘everything’’ too. Reflector 4; French Club 2; Glee Club 1, 2; Play Committee 4. Genevieve Mary Rice “She is pretty to walk with and witty to talk with. ’ ““Gen,'' always with a gang in her car, uses her house mainly for hen- parties. She's another future nurse of the class, and has had some experience in the lab. Reflector 1, 2, 3, 4; Aftermath 4; Bas- ketball 4; French Club 2, 3; Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Play Committee 4; Science Club 4; Ring Committee 3; Honor Pupil.

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Judith Carolyn Gullberg “Sing away sorrow, laugh away care. ' Carolyn enjoys singing for the W. T. A. G. Radio Club. Her ambition is to achieve fame as a radio star. Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Orchestra 4. Richard Alan Hagstrom “The day shall not be up so soon as |, to try the adventure of tomorrow.” ‘Music hath charms,’’ could easily ap- ply to ‘'Dick,’’ for he sings with the school orchestra. He travels all the way from Worcester in order to go to M. H. S., and always finds a few jokes to keep things interesting. Reflector 1, 2, 3; Reflectorette 1; Sci- ence Club 3, 4; Prom Committee 3, 4; Ring Committee 3; Picture Committee 3; Aftermath 4; Orchestra 4. John Edward Holland “What | can't see, | will never believe in.”’ John, king of the highways, enjoys the winter's snow, for he commands a plow in the city after eve ry storm. His knowledge of engines enables him to do his own repair work on his car. Football 3, 4. Norman Ephraim Jannery “Wait till | put aside my bread, for that never committed treason.’ “Eph''’ is the Al Jolson of the senior class, the baker of the class, and he knows what side to butter his bread on. Frances Theresa Kotel “A merry heart goes all the day.”’ ‘‘Frannie,'' another representative from East Millbury, is always found with Mae. Her favorite pastime is thinking up ex- cuses to get out of gym. Glee Club 2, 3. Richard Conrad LeClaire “| hasten to laugh at every- thing; | shall laugh myself to death.”’ “Dick'’ has a contagious laugh and jovial sense of humor, and he can cer- tainly handle a basketball. He's a big part of the “‘gang'’ and a favorite of the girls. Basketball 4; Prom Committee 3, 4. Ruth Diane Lee “A pretty girl—how sweet and fair she seems to be.” Willing yet determined, Ruth is full of fun and far more lively than you may think. Although she has been attracting customers at Dolan’s store, she’s plan- ning to be a nurse. Lucky patients! Class Treasurer 2, 3, 4; Biology Club 2; Glee Club 2, 3. William Winfred Lindsay “A friend is a person with whom | may be sincere. Before him, | may think aloud.’’ “Bill” has a part-time job at the First National Store and spends Sunday af- ternoon at the bowling alley where he bowls a ‘‘mean’’ string. He's always sporting a happy smile and seems at ease with the world. Science Club 4. Audrey Shirley Lundstrom “A kindly heart doth win the hearts of all. Audrey comes all the way from East Millbury. She spends most of her time reading. This aids her to carry on her fine work as librarian. Biology Club 3. Florence Mary Markey “'Cheerfulness makes short the miles with talk and smiles.’ “Flossy'’ always finds humor in every- thing. She's heard telling the East Millbury gang, ‘‘Never count your chick- ens before they're hatched.”’ French Club 3, 4; Glee Club 1, 2, 3. Grace Bernadette May “Fair words never hurt the tongue.”’ ‘““Gracie’’ works at Donovan's. She al- ways has a smile, a new joke, and an answer for everything. Lawrence Edward Nevalsky ‘Tis a sure sign work goes on merrily when folks sing at it.'’ When ‘‘Laurie’’ isn't working in the Millbury Bowling Center, he can be seen patrolling the center in his new car. He's popular with the boys as well as the ladies, and oh those ties! Basketball 3, 4; Football 2, 3; Biology Club 3; Picture Committee 3.

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Reese Stanley Rickards “I've laid aside my business and gone a-fishing.”’ Reese is an active member and presi- dent of the W. T. A. G. Radio Club. His future is seemingly secure, for he's well on his way to being a radio an- nouncer. With all his activities, Reese still has time for fishing. Reflector 4; Aftermath 4; Biology Club 2; French Club 4; School Play 4; Foot- ball Manager 4; Basketball Manager 4. Ruth Eleanor Sharp “Love me, love my dog.’’ “Ruthie’’ has a laugh and smile for everyone. She is very clever at mak- ing things; and if you're wondering who “Mickey” is, it's her Cocker Spaniel. Biology Club 3; French Club 2; Glee Clobeler25 03. Mavorette Florence Shepard “No pleasure endures unsea- soned by variety.’’ “‘Mae'’ came from Commerce High and brought with her a variety of ideas and fashions. If you're in Room 25, you can always hear her arguing with Reese. Beware! She has red hair. Glee Club 3; Prom Committee 3. Virginia Julia Shumski “One life showing the way is better than ten tongues trying to tell it.” “Ginny” is a “‘whiz'’ as an accordian player and did you ever see her pol- ka? She'll make a fine secretary, for she's industrious and cooperative. Reflector 4; Biology Club 2; Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Orchestra 4; Aftermath 4, Grace Laverna Stansbury “| am the very slave of cir- cumstance and impulse, borne away with every breath. ' ‘Bubs, ’ always dashing around and bubbling over with a new idea, is full of ambition for having a good time, and doing something different. There's always a gang at her house, and with her enthusiasm she'll go far. Biology Club 2; School Play 4; Prom Committee 3, 4; Science Club 4. Edward Alfred Taylor ‘‘Men of few words are the best men.’ ‘Eddie’ is the strong, silent type. If he has a word for you, you're one of the few. He spends his afternoons at M. H. S. with Mr. Platts. Eleanor Mary Vendetti “Had tongue at will, yet never loud.”’ Although Helena seems a little shy, she isn't bashful. She is always willing to help others and has a friendly disposi- tion. Marcella Mary Walinsky “| hate nobody; | am in charity with the world. “Celler’’ has displayed her ability in amusing her friends with whimsical re- marks. Where there's laughter, there's “Celler.”’ Roberta Ellen Webber “A pretty girl is like a melody.”’ ‘‘Bo,’’ our drummer, has earned a rep- utation that has made M. H. S. proud of her. She has a cute smile and charming way, and is sure to achieve that which she desires in the future. Reflector 2, 3, 4; Reflectorette 1; Cheer- leader 1, 2, 3, 4; French Club 2; Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Honor Pupil. Ardath Rose Whicher “Her friends, there are many; her foes—are there any? ’ ‘“Ardy'’ has a fine personality and is always willing to plan a practical joke. She works with Ruth at Dolan's store and is one of the chemists who gets caught eating during third period. French Club 2, 3; Glee Club 1, 2, 3; School Play 4; Science Club 4; Ring Committee 3. Carl Svedberg ‘Oh well for him whose will is strong, He suffers, but he cannot suffer wrong.'' Carl, a very nonchalant person, seems quiet. He enjoys walking from West Millbury and lets nothing stop him from carrying out his decisions.