North Andover High School - Knight Yearbook (North Andover, MA)

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1 9 3 4 YEAR BOOK Oration “Tonight we launch; where shall ive anchor? For the past years of our lives we, the class of 1934 , have been preparing for a longer journey on the sea of life than we have yet attempted. Tonight we launch. Our fleet has been lying in the harbor during the time which we have been at work, but tonight we weigh anchor and set sail toward unknown seas on a journey of mys¬ tery and unrest. The preparation which we have received during our four years in Johnson High School will aid us greatly, for it is here we have learned the importance of diligence, perseverance, and steadfast purpose in life. For just as a pilot needs his compass and his chart to guide him safely, these qualities are likewise necessary for us if our journey in life is to be successful. As we leave the harbor we will find that the clustered sails soon begin to thin out appearing only as white specks on the horizon each bound on its separate course. Some of us will continue in schools of higher education, while others will start im¬ mediately to shoulder the responsibilities of life, but in either case we shall find, pos¬ sibly by actual experience, that we cannot allow ourselves to drift with the tide and still escape disaster. It may seem pleasant and the best way to enjoy life but in a short time we shall realize our mistake and we shall find that real happiness is still farther off. When we choose a goal for which to strive we must realize that our destination cannot be reached in a short length of time. Then too, we cannot expect perfect sailing weather and think that we need make no provision for possible casualities. Ours is not a charted course, over which many ships have passed, but one which we ourselves must make out step by step as we progress. We will undoubtedly meet situations which will cause changes in previous decisions and will even be of such importance as to compel us to change our course. But even such setbacks as this need not hinder us, provided that we strive onward with diligence, perseverance, and a steadfast purpose in life. We have a living example of what perseverance and concentrated endeavor can accomplish toward gaining the position in life most desired, in President F. D. Roose¬ velt. He was stricken by one of the greatest of physical afflictions in 1921 but instead of floating aimlessly and helplessly about, he worked hard to strengthen himself. He accomplished this and because of his strong body and sound mind he is able to perform the difficult duties of his office. Likewise if we earnestly cling to our course and strive whole-heartedly toward our goal, we shall arrive successfully at our destination. Longfellow has ably de¬ veloped the thought of our motto in his poem, ‘ ‘The Building of the Ship. Like unto ships far off at sea, Outward or homeward bound, are we. Before, behind, and all around. Floats and swings the horizon’s bound, Seems at its distant rim to rise 15

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JOHNSON HIGH SCHOOL RUTH E. WORMALD Ruthie “Ruthie” is a good-natured girl and gets along well with everyone. She always has a smile. Ruthie” will be remembered by these quali¬ ties by the class of 1934. CHARLES ANDREWS “ Huck “Huck” is very bashful when the girls are around, because being a farm boy he doesn’t understand these city girls. JULIETTE AUGER Julie She’s fiery and quick, and we see a future in her spiritedness. THOMAS BARNES Tom Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 3, 4. “Tommy” is a cheerful and silent Scotchman, liked by teachers and classmates alike. Many women fall for him but he doesn’t give them a tumble. EMILE BOULANGER Pearn Football 3, 4; Baseball 3, 4. Peano” is liked by all of his classmates for making classes seem more pleasant. His only failure is dating up too many women for himself to handle in one night. VINCENT COSTELLO Vince “Vince” has a certain quality that the girls crave. Although he doesn’t know what it is, he hopes to find out some day. ARTHUR DARVEAU Art Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Captain of Football 4. “Art,” the David of football, is a concrete support for any team. He likes to talk and once started he is like a talking-machine. We know him to be a good friend and hope he will meet with good luck. BERNICE DUFTON Bernice Basketball 3, 4. Bernice is full of fun and is always ready for a good time. She livens every party with her presence. PHILIP EVANGELOS Phily Football 4; Baseball 4. A quiet, popular and unassuming boy with great prospects in view, “Phily” ranks high in studies and in athletics. ELEANOR FITZGERALD Eleanor Basketball 2, 3, 4; Alumni Editor 3- Remember our speedy jumping center? Eleanor was always a warm friend. JOSEPH FITZGERALD Joe Football 4. “Joe” makes a “hit” with all the girls because of his curly hair, and has a personality which makes him popular. ALFRED HIMBER Al Baseball 2, 3; Football 2, 3- “Al” is a sort of jolly chap when the boys are around, and keeps them laughing with his funny jokes. M. MARGARET MARTIN Mary Margaret always has a smile. During school she is usually quiet. She was a very good student and we all hope she keeps up the good work. ALEXANDER PICKLES Al The Sleeping Car 4. The well-known axiom will probably be proved true, and “Al” will be a success w r here larger men wouldn ' t. CHARLES THURLOW Red Football 4. Charles is a great favorite among the pupils of Johnson, as well as among the teachers and is sure to get along in life. Here’s wishing him luck. 14

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JOHNSON HIGH SCHOOL And climb the crystal wall of the skies, And then again to turn and sink, As if we could slide from its outer brink. Ah! it is not the sea, It is not the sea that sinks and shelves, But ourselves That rock and rise With endless and uneasy motion, Now touching the very skies, Now sinking into the depths of ocean. Ah! if our souls but poise and swing Like the compass in its brazen ring, Ever level and ever true To the toil and task we have to do, We shall sail securely, and safely reach The Fortunate Isles, on whose shining beach The sights we see, and the sounds we hear, Will be those of joy and not of fear! William B. Graham Class History September 3, 1930, marked a new advance in the history of Johnson High School, for there it was that one hundred and three enthusiastic, ambitious, innocent fresh¬ men entered its wide open gates, there to spend four long years in an effort to become learned. Our snooty, sophisticated senior comrades proved to be of little aid to us during our first few weeks. Our attempts to find our assigned rooms were in vain, and we were further misled or overlooked by our schoolmates. The first excitement arrived on the evening of December fifth when the long awaited time, the occasion of the senior reception to the freshmen, arrived. Although it was a rainy, cold evening, this did not dampen the spirit of the freshmen, for each attired in his finest, assembled at eight o’clock to enjoy an evening of dancing and games. I recall that it was well along into the evening before we, a bit bashful before our superiors, dared venture onto that spacious floor—and then all too soon the clock struck eleven and the party was over. The election of officers was held a few weeks later and the seat of honor, the presi¬ dency, went to John Kennedy. The return party to the seniors came and far surpassed anything Johnson had ever known. The amateur playlet exhibited the superb dramatic talent of some of our fellow classmates and as the newspapers would say, “A large number attended and an enjoy¬ able time was had by all.” 16