Reading Memorial High School - Pioneer Yearbook (Reading, MA)

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19 40 The Pioneer Marion Henderson Brown-eyed Marion is good natured and full of quiet humor. She is a de¬ voted Grange member and holds ' the office of Lady Assistant Steward. Af¬ ter high school, she is going to a school of nursing. One big thing in her fav¬ or is that she doesn’t believe in being bored. Rainy days and the music of Brahms are her particular delights. Thus we can understand why her pet peeve is clashy, jazz orchestras. Some¬ day she w T ants to take a trip all by her lonesome. Richard Henderson Here is the mathematical giant him¬ self! Many a time “Hendy” has con¬ founded all of us with his baffling geo¬ metric proofs. And in the German III class, he is depended upon not only by Miss Ernst, but by three of his less persevering classmates. He has tri¬ umphantly completed the Scientific Course in preparation for entrance to Tufts Engineering School next fall, and is now ready to work in any one of a number of fields during the summer. He has had experience as a painter, gardener, carpenter, and (hold your breath) baby tender. The “Great One”, besides opera, goes in for outdoor sports, including skiing, skating, and mountain climbing. Robert Henderson One of the foremost students in Reading High School and one well known to all of us is “The Little Great One”, alias “Bob”. “Bob” has been a wizard in all subjects, although, like his brother, he prefers math and chemistry. He has been one of the most enterprising members of both Hi- Y and the Young People’s Fellowship. “Bob’s” ambition is to become either a chemistry or physics professor at a large university, in preparation for which goal he plans to work a year and then enter an engineering college. Here’s luck to you, “Bob”, and to our children when they enter as your stu¬ dents. ' William Hennessy Here we have that rootin’, tootin’, wild “Bill”, whose hobby is the educa¬ tion of his teachers, with baseball run¬ ning a close second. The foremost am¬ bition in the heart of our young com¬ rade is “a school of the pupils, by the pupils, and for the pupils”. He in¬ tends both to work and to go to school after graduation. e feel that in whatever occupation he engages, he will, with his winning smile, get by. Walter Hilton Run, fellas, here comes “Snapper”. Imagine how an opponent must have felt when “Walt” came charging down the floor dribbling that little ole squash or got away a fast serve on the ten¬ nis court! His pet peeve is Glee Club, but, like the rest of us, my boy, you must learn to appreciate great art—in the making. He, too, is a member of Hi-Y whose favorite hang-out is the True residence. With all our fem¬ inine faces to pick from, he insists on going out of town for inspiration, but he still hasn’t found his big moment and he personally thinks this world is, after all, “a funny old place”. Robert Hitchcock Those of you who like North Read¬ ing will find a kindred soul in one “Galahad” Hitchcock. Any of you who would like to see yourselves as others see you have only to ask “Bob’s” opin¬ ion to receive a frank and truthful appraisal. In case you would like to locate him any evening, just call North Reading 59, ring 12. Although he’s been with us only a short time, he’s made plenty of friends; in fact he says that the best thing about R. H. S. is its “grand bunch of fellows and girls.” Among other things, “Bob” hopes to attend West Point and to visit Hawaii. B. Franklin Hodges For many a long year, “Ben” has been rated with “Sherm” as the last of the “rugged individualists” (so they styled themselves), to whom the fairer sex simply did not exist. But the Sen¬ ior Play came and went and only “Sherm” remained, for “Ben” had been induced to abandon his individualistic tendencies. “B. F.”, of course, was the highly efficient stage manager of our production, and apparently one of the leading ladies made a big impression. The rest is history! “Ben” has been a member of DeMolay, Hi-Y, and the R. H. S. Band. Next year he is de¬ serting us to join the ranks of the University of Maine, where he will dash through some simple subjects. William Hoffman We’re almost all sure that “Bill” is deserving of the title of genius. Math¬ ematics seems to be a cinch for him, and we are certain that he is one of the happier moments in Mr. Halpin’s life. “Will” is rather reserved by na¬ ture and therefore is undoubtedly a boon to all of the teachers. All in all, he is a good fellow and is well liked by everyone of us. Here’s to your success, “Bill”; were cheering for you! Eleven

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The Pioneer 19 40 Priscilla Garey Red hot rhythm swinging fast—it’s just “Pussy” on the brass! Yes, she has the high ambition of showing the world that a girl can be as good as any boy on the drums ! “Pussy’s” diet con¬ sists of dancing and more dancing. However, her pet peeve is jitterbugs! She’s an active member of Rainbow. And, most exciting of all, she has al¬ ready found employment. Why, she’ll escape finals and everything! Alice Goodwin If on some dark and dismal day you see a ray of sunshine loping down the corridor, it’s none other than our own Alice, better known as “Boogie”, sports editor for two years of the one and only “Pioneer”. In addition to her participation in sports, “Boogie” can and does compose poetry when she s in the mood. Her fertile brain has most recently conjured up the Class Will, with “Dave’s” help, of course. “Boogie” is a staunch member of Rain¬ bow and Junior Woman’s Club, and admits that she has a partiality for red heads from out of town. For some reason or other, history fasci¬ nates her. John Greenleaf Here is another staunch member of the Service Squad and Hi-Y. “Jack” is also the boy we see around town in a Buick. He likes driving very much and says that his uppermost ambition is to own a car. In fact, he tells us that his most thrilling moment was when he got his driving license. “Jack ” has taken the Civics and Business Course in school and should find him¬ self a good job if employers know a steady, capable fellow when they see one. Waldo Grover “Wally” came to our midst from Euclid, Ohio, last fall. He says there are strong arguments on both sides of this business of being the son of the superintendent of schools! Since he has been with us, “Wal” has joined Hi-Y, blown up an automobile, ably guarded the lighting effects for “June Mad”, pursued the Business Adminis¬ tration Course, and become a valued customer of a neighboring Sears Roe¬ buck in his search for new Darts to that car. After either Mass. State or Iowa University, “Wal” is going to be a factory manager of some lucky auto¬ mobile company. Ruth Hamilton A good nurse can always make a place for herself in the world, and we are sure that Ruth will reach the heights, for she has already shown her interests and capability as a doctor’s secretary. Among her favorite sports are roller skating, tennis, and basket¬ ball, and appropriately enough her fav¬ orite subject is physiology! (We “looked it up”, too.) This summer Ruth is going to have a real vacation and “ride, ride, ride.” George Hamm Who was the manager of our foot¬ ball and soccer teams during ‘38 and ’39? Right! It was “Ham ‘n Eggs”. (Speaking of food, deep down in George’s heart there is a special little spot saved for—watermellons.) When not too busy with managerial duties, George could be found with the Rifle Club or in one of the classes of the Business and Civics Preparatory Course. Daily, he traversed the dis¬ tance between our school and the Jun¬ ior High in pursuit of his favorite sub¬ ject, shop. Let’s hope you g;et that job next year, George. Wallace Haselton Here’s “Hezzy”, formerly known as the Great One”, mostly, perhaps, be¬ cause of his scholastic abilities, but not wholly, for “Hezz” was a vitally im¬ portant member of the “Foxy Five”. He hopes one day to become a history professor and in preparation for this will go either to Tufts or Clark next year. “Hezzy” is extremely versatile, having held many positions, from A. A. collector to being a farmer in .the Grange. He is most well known as an “egg-man”. (We understand that his eggs are of the very best quality and reasonably priced.—advt.) James Hawes “Jas”, this is just to let you know how empty the school will seem with¬ out your devastating humor, so especi¬ ally prevalent in English class. We hope the rumor is true that you’ll be back for a P. G. You must remember that it was only by a few days, chronologi¬ cally speaking, that you lost the title of Class Baby to “Normie”. You could do worse than grow old grace¬ fully right here in R. H. S. until you’re ready for Harvard! (Then, too, you’ll probably be more apt to have the $2.20 for those orchestra seats at plays if you postpone those bills from the bur- ser’s office for another year).

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The Pioneer 19 40 Irving Holcomb Do you want to buy a turkey? “Hoke” learned plenty about these cre¬ atures when he was trying to raffle them off in the interest of his hockey team. He is a born athlete, being co¬ captain of the Baseball Team and the mainstay of the Hockey Team. What with being president of the Student- Council, a member of the Hi-Y, and the constant driver of his father’s new car, he keeps himself quite busy. He hates to be called upon to recite, says that he’d much rather be on a desert island with a good book (?) He ex¬ pects to be at Cornell next year. Don’t worry, “Irv”, your high pressure sales¬ manship will get you anywhere. Barbara Holden “Barb” claims she hasn’t a care in the world. She strongly believes that one should enjoy youth while she’s young. Barbara is pursuing the Sec¬ retarial Course and someday hopes to be a buyer for a large store. She be¬ lieves that she’s in heaven when she is dancing. “Barb” is at her best when debating—in class meetings or in U. S. History. We hope, “Barb”, that you will always have that happy-go-lucky spirit. Vivian Hook Besides being one of that ever popu¬ lar trio, “The Melody Gems”, “Sandy” is also an officer in Rainbow and a member of the A Capella Choir. Next fall may find her a student at the Katherine Gibb’s Secretarial School in New York—but right now she is busy making plans for a summer vacation in New York and Canada. She agrees with Alma and Evelyn that the most thrilling moment of their lives was the day “The Melody Gems” received a contract for weekly broadcasts. May¬ be if the girls get a lucrative position by September, “Sandy” won’t have to pound typewriter keys for a living. John Hrynowsky “Hiram” is the boy you must have seen in action at every football, bas¬ ketball, and baseball game, for he starred in all three sports. We shall always remember him as a crashing end on the football team, a steady guard on the “Foxy Five”, and a pit¬ cher with plenty of stuff in baseball. “Hy” says that he enjoyed dancing more than anything else at R. H. S., and in connection with this enthusiasm we notice that he has taken quite a liking to the sophomore class. He is going to prep school next year, and from there on to college. Good luck, “Hy”! Audrey Humphrey Audrey enjoys a good opera, es¬ pecially when the star is someone im¬ portant like Lawrence Tibbett. What ' s he got (besides a voice) that we boys haven’t got? Next year will find her one of our numerous P. G.’s. Work is her hobby and she has had lots of it. Employers, if you are interested, she would like to add some additional in¬ formation about herself! “I’m five feet, eight inches tall, almost eighteen, and blonde.” She can type with the best of them, too. Raymond Hutchinson “Hutch” is the best errand boy Hoods ever produced ! My, won’t the manager miss him as he treads the path to Northeastern next year. He has been active in the interests of Hi- Y, the Service Squad, and the Grange. He also is an ardent supporter of big league baseball and just loves to pilot a certain brunette around the dance floors. “Ray” is planning to be an of¬ ficer in the Army Air Corps. Schol¬ astically he should make the grade, if being chosen a Faculty Honors speak¬ er at graduation is any indication. William Jaques Although you don’t hear a great deal from “Bill”, he is still very much with us. He is a representative to the Stu ¬ dent Council, a member of Hi-Y, and as nearly as we can figure out the last faithful member of the “O. F. F.”. He has enjoyed chemistry and biology at R. H. S-, but not study periods because for him they came too few and far between. He was an outstanding mem¬ ber of the Soccer Team this past sea¬ son. He participated in most of the other sports as a spectator, but he is a good one. It is “Bill’s” ambition to get into college and to stay there. We feel that such a man will not be de¬ terred from his goal. Winnifred Johnston Girls, if you want your hair done in the latest style, go seek out “Winnie”. After leaving high school she plans to go to Wilfred Academy, where she will learn the ten easy lessons on how to look to get your man! She con¬ siders being a Senior her most thrilling- moment so far. Don’t we all? This summer will find her touring the Can¬ adian wilderness. Lucky girl! T votive