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

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GE S Dear Millbury High: We, the Class of Nineteen Hundred and Fifty, wish to review some of our unforgettable experiences while residing at your school for the last four years. As our summer vacation of nineteen hundred and forty- six came to an end, we began to look forward to our future years of new customs, strange surroundings, and many new friends. We entered high school in September with the many problems confronting every first year class. As we sat in the Assembly Hall for our first time as freshmen, our thoughts were all turned to, ‘Will | ever get through the four long years ahead?’ We were instructed as to where the rooms were, what stairways to use, and the bell system at Millbury High. By October, we were finally accustomed to the many difficulties we expected never to overcome, and were al- lowed to hold our first class meeting. Electing our class officers and cheerleaders was, to us, the most important event during our first year. Richard Hamilton was chosen President; Robert Dunn, Vice-President; Lois LeClaire, Treasurer; Marjorie Webber, Secretary. Barbara John- son and Marjorie Webber were our representatives on the cheering squad. When our coach, Mr. Martin Roach, called his football team together, our class showed great enthusiasm. Although no one made the first team, many were admitted on the second, among whom were Joe Paletta, Lester Gilmore, Robert Collette, Robert Blanchard, and William Hoey. Of course, we girls made our contributions, too, when Miss Sullivan called our field hockey team together. The following girls proved an asset to the team: Janice Army, Barbara Vayo, Betty Brady, Barbara Army, Pearl Couture, Marion May, Isabel Green, and Louise Caron. Boys participating in the basketball games were Robert Blanchard, Donald LeClaire, Charles Hamilton, Michael Holohan, Lester Gilmore, and Joe Paletta. Girls’ basketball was also a success when Virginia Mogren made the varsity team and Renee LaChance, Martha Strat- ford, Joan Rice, and Barbara Army showed their ability on the second team. islo ry Then February came and with it mid-year examinations. Although they were difficult, we all passed successfully. When spring came and baseball was the main sports topic, we were proud when Foster Rainville appeared for his first practice. This brought our first year to a close and we turned our thoughts to the long vacation ahead. Returning to school in September we felt much older, knowing that we were not the youngest in the school. Our days of apprenticeship were over, as we began our studies once more. Because our class officers had proved successful, they were re-elected for a second term. Although we were only sophomores, we were now start- ing to get up in the world. Three of our classmates—Lois Glover, Joan Rice, and Beverly Briddon—were editors on the Reflector staff. This wasn't all; many of us also made our contributions to the French Club, Science Club, and Biology Club in which Ann McLaughlin served as secretary and Joan McGrath, treasurer. By this time our school had organized an orchestra and the sophomores were the first to become members. With Carol Toto's charming voice, Beverly Briddon’s piano solos, and David Anderson's trumpet adaptations, the orchestra certainly had its share of talent. Again the football season arrived, but this year Joe Paletta, Bob Collette, Bob Blanchard, and Lester Gilmore were chosen as our candidates on Mr. Roach's first team. For the first time in many years, Millbury High beat North- bridge with a score of 12-0. The basketball team was highlighted with six of our boys, and when Bobby Blanchard showed his great ability, we were all very proud. Again mid-years came to an end and we all turned our attention to baseball. This second base- ball season proved successful when Michael Holohan and Foster Rainville made their way to many scores. Then that big day finally came; we were to choose our class rings. Members on the committee were Joe Paletta, Betty Brady, Lois LeClaire, and Barbara Army. Yes, our second year was finally over and we looked forward to becoming Upper Classmen in only a few months. September, 1949, brought about many achievements. We were much older and felt more independent. Four of our

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Martha Cecile Stratford ‘Mart’ is always ready to laugh at a joke. She spends most of her time talking with the girls at recess. Biology Club 2; Glee Club 2, 3. William Ronald Taylor ‘Pete’ is Mr. Platts’ right-hand man, He has a good sense of humor and is popular with his classmates. ‘‘Pete’’ is sure to succeed with the training Mr. Platts has given him. Carol Marie Toto Carol is the cute vocalist of the class. She added new life to the ‘'School News section of the Reflector this year. Reflector 4; Aftermath 4; Biology Club 3; Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Orchestra 2, 3, 4; Prom Committee 4; Camera Club 2. ae ES he e CVvilorVrs Kenneth Albert Webster “Kenny’’ was on Millbury High's ‘'Cin- derella Basketball Team,'' where he was recognized for his outstanding performance. Biology Club 3; Motto Committee 4. Leonard lver Upgard Leonard is quite reserved; probably it's because he spends so much time work- ing up at Holy Cross. Barbara Flora Vayo Barbara, who is full of fun and high spirits, is lots of fun in any group. She also has a lovely singing voice which we all think will be her key to success. Reflector 3, 4; Field Hockey 1, 2, 3, 4; Biology Club 2; Orchestra 4; Science Club 4. Marjorie Ann Webber ‘Margie’ loves to sew and is very good at it, too. She has the orettiest smile in our class and is a good dancer, especially with Ken. Class Secretary 1, 2, 3, 4; Cheerleader 1, 2, 3; Class Day Speaker.

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classmates were officers in the Glee Club: President, Virginia Mogren; Vice-President, Joan Rice; Treasurer, Janice Army; Librarian, Joan Kortekamp. Many of us went out for sports, and, of course, we again participated in the clubs. Foster Rainville became Vice-President and Kenneth Webster, Secretary-Treasurer of the Biology Club. When the Science Club met for its first get-together, Margery McKie and Rich- ard Hamilton staunchly supported the group. Joan Rice and Lois Glover joined the French Club under the direction of Miss Brown. Then our class rings finally arrived. Yes, we all flocked to the jeweler's for the rings that were just “out of this world.” But, as the year went on, we began to realize that this was just another episode during our years at high school. Our previous class officers were again re-elected. Although the Town Hall was unable to be used and there wasn't an y high school basketball team, there were class basketball teams in which many of the juniors took part. Our Junior Prom was now approaching, and to us, this was the greatest event during our third year. It was really a ‘big night’ at the high school. With Vera Carlson, Lois LeClaire, Joanne Lawton, Lois Glover, James Bengtson, Joe Paletta and Robert Johnson on the decorating committee, the prom was certainly a complete success. The football team was again ardently supported by the Class of 1950, but this year twelve of our boys tried out. They were Joe Paletta, James Bengston, Bob Blanchard, Bob Collette, David Anderson, Charles Hamilton, Richard Hamil- ton, Ronald Larson, Lester Gilmore, Robert Couillard, Robert Hagstrom, Michael Holohan, and Foster Rainville. Our orchestra remained the same except for Richard Ham- ilton, who became Master of Ceremonies. Although many of us were on the honor list, only one, Pearl Ethier, received a Horace Mann emblem. And again, another year passed, but we could hardly believe that our wonderful times at Millbury High were rapidly coming to an end. Seniors? We made it! But, how? Was it true? Yes, it was true, and although our first few days as seniors made us haughty, we all felt different in only a few months. Our ideas of being the rulers of the three lower classes were harkened when Mr. Beaton made us realize that we also were to abide by the laws we had previously tried to obey, but unfortunately had quite often overlooked. Again our class officers were unanimously re-elected. They were as follows: President, Richard Hamilton; Vice- President, Bob Dunn; Treasurer, Lois LeClaire; and Secretary, Marjorie Webber. Joe Paletta was the Captain of the foot- ball team; Betty Brady, Captain of field hockey, and Bernie Foster was the Senior Captain of the cheering squad. Lois Glover and Joan Rice were Co-editors of the Reflector. The Feature Editors were Richard Hamilton, Michael Holohan, Virginia Mogren, Carol Toto, Barbara Vayo, Bruce Brown and Paul Lundin. During the month of October, a committee was chosen to select our photographer. Representing the picture com- mittee were Robert Couillard, Bruce Brown, Betty Brady, Janice Army, and Michael Holohan. The J. Carroll Brown Studio was selected. Our D.A.R. Representative was Doris Graves. She was selected on the basis of dependability, leadership, service, and patriotism. It was now time for the Senior Prom and we turned our thoughts to the many arrangements that had to be made. The following chairmen were chosen: Vera Carlson, Decor- ating Committee; Kenneth Webster, Orchestra Committee; and Bruce Brown, Ticket Committee. Editor-in-Chief of the Aftermath was Joe Paletta; the Assistant Editors were Bruce Brown and Gloria Adams; the Associate Editors were Joan Rice and Lois Glover. Pearl Ethier was chosen Manager of the Advertising Committee. Rose Colombo, Betty Brady, Norman Joslin, and Robert Dunn were the Assistant Advertising Committee. During the latter part of March, the seniors elected the Class Day Speakers. Those chosen were Prophet, Norman Joslin; Statistician, Lois Glover; Giver of Gifts, Michael Holo- han; Testator, Joanne Lawton; Omissions and Corrections, David Anderson; and Historian, Marjorie Webber. Also during the month of March, Mr. Beaton called to- gether the honor students who had an average of eighty-five or better. They were Richard Hamilton, Janice Army, Barbara Army, Pearl Ethier, Lois LeClaire, Joan Ruddy, Joan Rice, Betty Brady, Renee LaChance, Beverly Cofske and Ruth Green. After the presentation of the essays, the judges se- lected Lois LeClaire, Pearl Ethier, Richard Hamilton, and Ruth Green to be graduation speakers. Yes, our Senior Year was over, and we found ourselves reminiscing over the last four years. Our ‘hen parties,’ football games, hockey games, our wonderful programs, teachers, and our true friends. When would we see them again and how were we going to feel when September came along and we, as alumni, would go off to college, prep schools, and chosen careers? We, the Class of 1950, hope you have enjoyed this letter and will always remember us, even when a new and modern high school is erected to take your place. Yours truly, MARJORIE WEBBER