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

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As we entered our junior year, we were very much aware of the fact that we were upper-classmen. We added two new members to our class this year, Dick Ganley and Dot Conte. At our election, Freddy and Margie were re-elected to their respective offices and Jack Kasheta became our new secretary-treasurer. This year we had two assemblies beside the usual Christmas assembly. The first was an interesting talk on the achievements and future of chemistry by Mrs. Aretta Watts. She showed us a bewildering display of products which were made in the Dupont Laboratory. At our second assembly, Mr. O’Day from the Registry of Motor Vehicles showed us a movie and spoke to us about a program of driver education in the schools. We regret that this wasn’t carried out here. The annual school play, “The Baby Sitter,” utilized the unique genius of many members of our class. This play enjoyed the traditional success of all our school plays. A school savings program was adopted in co-operation with the Andover Savings Bank. Deposits could be made by students in their home rooms every Tuesday. We proved to be thrifty students. This year badminton and ping- pong were added to the recess activities through the efforts of Mr. Hayes and the Student Council. This year one date stood out in our minds — June fourth. For the biggest event of the year, the hall was decorated in a rainbow of colors be¬ neath a starry sky. The beauty and chivalry of Johnson students added another successful Senior-Junior Prom to the long list of past glories. As our summer vacation came to a close, we returned to Johnson with the feel¬ ing all seniors have — happy, yet sad. Freddy and Margie were again re-elected to their respective positions, with Mary Finn returning to her role of secretary- treasurer. We welcomed Miss Henrietta Holz, Miss Ruth Ann Mooradkanian, Miss Jennie Marino, Mr. John Finneran and Mr. Clarence Mosher to the faculty. Roberta Willoughby, Joan Foerster and Jimmy Morin were new members of the senior class. This year the seniors adopted a sponsor system proposed by Miss Gillen to help the freshmen get adjusted to their new school life. A large crowd attended the football rally held the night before the Punchard game. This rally was sponsored by the Boosters’ Club in an effort to increase school spirit. At one of our assemblies Miss Myra Stillwell, Children’s Librarian in the public library, showed us a moving picture on the making of the Saturday Evening Post. On January twentieth we had an assembly, at which time we listened to the presi¬ dential inauguration. “A Mind of Her Own” was presented the first of April. This comedy was one of the best productions ever given at Johnson. The cast was made up of a majority of seniors. As we neared graduation, everything was just as confusing as when we were freshmen. Every study period was used to ex¬ change pictures, and every spare moment was fdled with thoughts and plans of the prom and graduation. Now our days at Johnson are at an end. But we take many fond memories with us as we proudly step out into the world to “build the ladder by which we climb.” Janet and Harold 21

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invention for completing others, having fifty inventions in the making at one time. His imagination, optimism, strong self-confidence and, above all, his un¬ limited patience have distinguished him from other men. It is not only advantageous for us to be successful, but it is essential. 1 oo many of us sit back complacently and wait, not realizing the place in which we can accomplish most. Everybody should endeavor to do the best that lies within him. In that way we will all progress and be a benefit to mankind. In short, success depends primarily upon determination, assiduous labor, and patience. No one ever arrived at a goal without difficulty. “Easy come, easy go,” is a race-track truism that is frequently exemplified in every field of human endeavor. There is an old copy-book maxim that “You get out of life what you put into it.” Napoleon riding the whirlwind of revolution to the imperial majesty of France, Caesar climbing to the leadership of the great Roman Empire, Washing¬ ton emerging from the agony of war and enduring the assaults of political oppo¬ nents and finally winning first place in the hearts of all Americans for all time — all these men reached eminence and glory by building the ladder by which they climbed. Arthur Forgetta fltS§ History W E have now come to the end of our high school days. The many happy hours we have spent at Johnson are now turned into fond, imperishable memories. September, 1945, we entered the doors of Johnson High School as the conven¬ tional, timid and bewildered freshmen. Although this new life was confusing for awhile, we found it fascinating. It was hard for us to settle down to our studies amidst new surroundings, teachers, classmates, and customs, such as the changing of rooms. After finally settling down, we held our class election. Fred Soucy was elected president, with Marjorie Schofield and Mary Finn chosen vice- president and secretary-treasurer, respectively. Our first social function was Stunt Night, which was introduced for the first time in place of the Freshmen - Senior Dance. Although we didn’t win the prize for having the best stunt, the many freshmen present felt it was a great success. This was followed by many dances. But since dancing wasn’t very popular among the freshmen, the seniors held classes for us after school in the gym. Along with this, noon-time dancing was introduced as a form of recess activity. After the Christmas holidays, Miss Charlotte Howe left the faculty, being replaced by Mrs. Natalie Manson. Our first assembly was held soon after this, at which time we watched Chief Na-Da-Beh perform in true Indian fashion. From him we learned the secret of what makes canned corn beef so good. After this enjoyable assembly, we eagerly looked forward to many more. We returned in the fall as sophomores, feeling a little more sure of ourselves. We felt quite grown-up as we watched the new freshmen getting acquainted with their new school. Miss Constance Fitzgerald was the new member of the faculty. At our class election, we selected the same officers as in the previous year. Under the sponsorship of the Student Council, clubs were started early in February, meeting two periods every other week. There was a wide variety of clubs to choose from, with a majority of the students joining one of them. Sports proved to be very popular with our class, as they were in two following years. There were many members among the candidates for the baseball, football, and basketball teams. Near the close of our sophomore year, Career Day was held with over twenty-five speakers coming to speak on a wide variety of occupations and careers. 20

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Class Will W E, the Class of nineteen hundred and forty-nine, being mentally stable (though you never doubted that!), hereby bequeath and bestow the follow¬ ing gifts and abilities to our worthy Juniors. To our teachers we leave our grateful appreciation for all you taught us and for the patience you had with us. Bill Smith involuntarily gives his new book, “How to Get Along with Miss Cook” to Ray Lewis. ... (I think Ray will be glad to get it!) Marie DeSimone eagerly bequeaths upon Mary Luzzio her long hike to school every day. Lucky girl ! ! Anthony Forgetta, who says a lot in a few words, receives Jack Kasheta’s ability to talk for hours and say nothing. To Joan Canty, the job of writing the Johnson Jottings is donated by Sheila Cronin plus her helpful book, “How to Dig Up a Scoop!” Bill Connell bestows upon Bill Magowan that “Pepsodent” smile that has won him so many friends. Margie Schofield confers the honor of being Vice-President to Dottie Alvino. A mighty worthy honor. Frankie Lee is the lucky recipient of Jim Greene’s originality. . . . Frankie is certain to make good use of it. Helen Hogan happily gives to Santina Cristaldi, a newcomer to Johnson, her knowledge of how she makes friends easily. Don Farrow leaves his golden curls to “Trigger” McGuire. Most becoming to you, “Trigger” ! ! Betty Median wills all her happy memories of Lawrence High to Helen Conte, who already has quite a few. “Beano” Bamlord passes on to Herbert Hayes that ability of his to cope with any math problem. Joan Diamont, our class flirt, bestows on Marilyn Chase her title. Jack Girard inherits Jim Morin’s abundance of witty jokes. Joan Foerster yields her New York accent to Elizabeth Cole. Bob DeAdder bestows upon Danny Long his good manners and gentlemanly ways. Jane Driscoll leaves to Virginia Kimball her contagious laugh which brightened many a dull classroom. Joe Doherty passes on his tricky little phrases about life and his playful western tunes to Dale Doherty. You’re in luck, “Doe” ! Mary Finn and Justine Fitzgerald, our two valedictorians, leave their out¬ standing ability to Rosemary Macklin and Margaret Hickey. John “Ringo” Shellnutt confers upon Jim McEvoy his masterful ways with the opposite sex. Charlotte Hutton reluctantly hands over her paint brushes and her artistic talent to Joan Wild. . . . Now you have loads, Joan ! “Red” Florin gets all Dan Driscoll’s troubles with his bookkeeping. Jackie Meserve and Helen Hilse, our loquacious ladies, pass on some of their chattering to Ruth Thompson. Bob Finneran regretfully parts with his rather fantastic collection of multi¬ colored ties. Paul Pitman is the lucky boy to receive them. Mary Ranfone wills to Margaret Gruickshank her lovely voice. John Arlit leaves those days spent out of school to Robert Dufresne. What did you do anyway? 99