Pembroke Academy - Academian Yearbook (Pembroke, NH)

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CHARLES F. BOURBEAU A man of many moods We're all as susceptable to Buddy's grin as to the common cold! His humor and wit spread over us like a refreshing breeze, and they're welcome anytime-but especially during classes! Many a day has been made just a little bit brighter by one of his timely comments. To be able to see the funny side of practically anything is an asset he'1l always have. By playing second base, Bud won for himself a major letter. He's also been one of our most faithful fans at basketball games--often times bringing along his bongo drums to add to the merriment. This great guy will never have to worry about the future, it's success for sure. Baseball 25 school play 3,45 senior play 45 student council 35 bac- caluareate marshal 35 winter carnival 2,3,45 assemblies 2,3,45 prom 3,45 athletic association 3,4 fVice -Pres, yearbook staff 4. WILLIAM ROBERT BOURBEAU The eyes have one language everywhere Bill keeps to himself quite a bit, but nevertheless, by his actions he has climbed right up to the position of class shiek! Truer words were never spoken about a fellow, as he has a strange power about which the gals he has enthralled could write a full length novel! After giving Central a whirl, Bill finally decided to give Pembroke Academy a try--and we sure made it obvious how we liked having him around. He's done over and above his share of work-- clean-up committees and shop projects are his specialty. With his reputation for joining forces and really pitching in to help, we're positive Bill will go a long, long way. Shop display 1,25 assembly 45 prom 3,4. LOUIS WILFRED BRISSETTE The pleasure of life is according to the man who lives it One of the more silent members of our group, Louie has neverthe- less made himself known as a boy who can ta.ke plenty of riding and still come out on top. Louie is relaxed at all times, and is seldom seen in any drastic comes impatient. His friends respect him for this and are many times astounded by his self-control. flixception to this is on the dance floor where Louie really waltzes up a storm! ! l. His complacent manner and mild attitude will be of immeasurable value in whatever vocation he chooses. Prom 3,45 driver training 2. 15 hurry. He takes things as they come, one by one, and at no time be-

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NEIL WEBSTER BRYANT ln doing what we ought we deserve no praise, because it is our duty Every institution has its foundation, and Neil has been our comerstone for four years. He's quiet and reserved at times, but even his silence has meaning and importance for which we'll be eternally grateful. This past year especially, we 've realized just how lucky we 've been to have him around. We knew our senior year would be difficult, but little did we dream that any one person could do so much to make the burden lighter. Responsible and dependable, Neil deserves much more credit than we could ever express our thanks for. Just keep on as you have been, Neil, and you've certain to reach your highest goal. Oration, vice-president 2, basketball 2,3,4g baseball 1,2,3,45 general chorus 1,35 student council 3,4 fPresidentl5 operetta 35 winter cami- val 3,45 assemblies l,2,3,4, prom 3,45 memory prize speaking 4, yearbook staff 4 fEditorl, graduation marshal 3, original prize speaking 4. ORATION When I learned that I had a speech to write, my ideas were varied, and I found it quite difficult to settle upon one topic until I finally asked myself, Why am l doing this? What really is graduation? What does graduation mean to me? Indeed simple questions, yet not such simple answers. After think- ing this matter over carefully, I finally came to the conclusion that graduation, while not a true term- inal point, is a point at which I can stop and look back over the things I have experienced, while at the same time I can look ahead and plan for the future. It is a point at which I can analyze my mistakes and successful undertakings, thus attempting to profit by the mistakes I have made and use to advantage the lessons I've learned from my successful experiences. After completing twelve years of education, I realize that the things upon which I have worked the hardest are the very things from which I have gained the most. I have seen people who have fortunately learned the same lesson, while lhave also seen many people stagger and fall along the way simply be- cause they couldn't learn the true value of hard work. We, the graduating class, have come to realize that too many people around us today expect everything for nothing. They expect everything to be handed them, while they sit back and do nothing. We have learned that success only comes to one through long hours of hard work and perseverance. Then, and only then, can one truly appreciate suc- cess. Teen-agers today are always looking for thrills, amusement in their lives must come first. What part does the parent play here? I-Ie goes along with the loose purse strings, giving the child all the freedom in the world with no restrictions. Instead of setting good examples he does the very things which he tries to keep his children from doing. How are we going to correct this? Boys and girls should be made to work, to do tasks for this money they wish to use. Parents must be willing to sacrifice some of their pleasures if they expect their children to be successful citizens of the future. We must get away from this lackadaisical attitude of everything for nothing. More parents should become really interested in America's youth. Parents should know at all times their boys' and girls' interests and should be willing to give a helping hand in leadership. They should impress the very young minds with the rewards that are to be gained through hard work. We graduates are going to be the parents of tomorrow. Do we want our country to continue as it is today, fullof teen-age thrill seekers? We must not have a complacent attitude about such matters! We must do all we can to solve this problem! We know, all too well, from histories of the past, the re- sults of such carefree thinking and living. As we graduate we face a future of responsibility. It is up to us to prove we have learned that only through hard work and perseverance can we measure up to this responsibility that is ours. In the words of the poet Each new day is a fresh beginning, Each new day is the world made new. Ye, who are tired and sorry of sinning, Here is a beautiful thought for you. A thought for me and a thought for you.

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HERBERT J. BROCK, Jr. When a man is no longer anxious to do better than well, he is done for. This guy is, without a doubt, the envy of the whole school! Because he's a post graduate student, he's attended only morning classes all year. He came to P.A. from Central High School, but quickly adopted Pembroke as his place of business. Herb has never given us any real cause to be jealous of him, though, for he's as modest a fellow as you'll find. An avid skier and tennis enthusiast, Herb wastes no time in heading north on winter weekends and using Manchester's courts during sum- mer. Next year will find Herb at U.N.H. following through his interest in either business or hotel administration. Our best to you, Herb. Post graduate student, graduated from Central High School, prom 4. NORMAN SYLVA CHAPUT Love spends his all, and still hath store. In Norm we have the reason for the senior's prestige during winter camival week. We are awfully proud of him, and who wouldn't be, for he captured the coveted title of Carnival King, and he certainly deserved it. Even if this were merely a popularity contest instead of being based on participation, we'd bet on Norm's winning anyway. This guy is a perfect example of what's meant by the saying He 's a real clean-cut kid. We appreciate being able to claim him as one of our class. Norm is sure to go a long, long way in the years to come, he 's marked for certain success. Best wishes, Norm ! Cross-country lg shop display 25 winter camival 1,2,3,4, assembly 4, prom 3,4. EDWARD CHARLES CHASE Education makes the man. Pleasantly ironical, Admiral's presence insures against ever being bored. Uncertainty prevails whenever he's around--uncertainty as to what the philosophical historian will come up with next, we mean! He's had more than his share of weird little tasks to do being manager of the basketball team. Just for fun, the guys on the squad have, a lot of times, taken delight in making it difficult for him to do his duty, but this guy has weathered the storm by putting into action his famed huge vocabulary--a method with excellent results! Onward and upward to success, Admiral , but, by way of encourage- ment, let us add that you don 't have far to go! General chorus lg assemblies 3,45 basketball manager 3,45 baseball manager 3, Hi-Y club 2, yearbook staff 4, driver training 2. 16