Searles High School - Yearbook (Methuen, MA)

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1936 ny METHUEN HIGII SCHOOL LILLIAN MARGARET ASSAF Industry is the soul ofbusiness and the keystone of prosperity. Here we have a girl who can talk at great length on the art of knitting. She adores to converse with anyone she meets. In addition to this she is indus- trious, enthusiastic, and firm in her convictions? CARMELLA MARY ANTONELLI Her presence lends its warmth and health to all who come before fit. Carmellefs way of doing helpful things quietly and unseen will long linger with us. She always does her work thoroughly and has a kindly glance for all her friends. Good luck, Carmella! GEORGE BAMBER Men ofthought are up and stirring This little chap cannot be ruffled. He does his work in his own way undaunted by his mistakes or classmates. Studiousness and calmness seem to be- long to him in the greatest measure. Bon Voyage, George. JEAN HELEN BEDELL With temper calm and mild and words of softened tone. Quiet- demure- modest- all these qualities has our pretty little blond-haired Jean. Who can ever forget her crimson blushes and soft spoken man- ners? She is an active member of the 4H Club, having done much in this field. 15

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BJETHUEN HXGH SCHOOL 1936 RUTH ABERCROMBIE Blue and White Staff 4 Student Council 4 Senior Play 4 Chairman of Book Committee To know her is to love her and to admire her forever This introduces to you one of the busiest and most likable seniors. As Editor-in-Chief of the Year Book Staff, she has spent most of her time urging on the other members. Her many outside interests such as managing puppet shows and attending soci..l affairs, have not interfered with her attaining a high scholastic standing. DOROTHY LOUISE ADAMS A good laugh is sunshine in a house We shall always remember Dot's hearty laugh and winning smile, She may have seemed quiet to some, but to those who knew her, she had pep, vim, and vigor. Her untiring efforts on the play com- mittee deserve much praise. ELVYN MARY ALEKEL Blue and White Staff 4 Basketball 4 ' 'Of soul sincere In. action faithful and in honor clean We admire your sincerety and pluckiness, Elvyn. Combined with your conscientiousness, these have made you admired by many. Follow your plan of optimism for it will brighten your future path. PHILIP ANTONE Traffic Officer 4 ' Baseball 4 A winning way, a pleasant smile, and a helping hand for-things worthwhile. Phil is a somewhat quiet and unassuming: fellow who accomplishes a great deal. His hobby is base- ball, a game at which he is very proficient. Phil's cheery disposition has made him an ideal classmate and companion. We all hope you gain a berth in the majors, Phil! 14

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METHUEN HIGH SCHOOL - 1 193Q ANNA MACMASTER BENNERT Ambition dares not stoop We behold here a vivacious, peppy girl with a great interest in sports and her school. Shall we ever forget how we envied her when she first got her driving license? Here's to you, Anna. May your ambitious nature carry you far! JOSEPH GEORGE BERARDI Men of few words are the best men. Joe has shown his perseverance in more than one field. Especially is he well known in that of sports. He has been a good listener and has made mlalnyl firm friends during his three years in high sc oo. IREN E BOOTH Her ways are ways of pleasantness, And all her paths are peace. Irene has many hidden talents which we have not seen, such as that of piano playing. Sweet, demure, and gentle, she has given much kindliness to her associates and classmates. Such lovely hair and a bright smile will help you in your future work, Irene. FRANK P. BOUMILA Vice-President 4 Senior Play 4 Traific Officer 4 To know him well is to like him better. Frank is the boy who acted so well as the hero in The Tiger House. His participation in the cadet corps and school events is remembered by us all. Energetic, he has gained renown by his business'-like manner. Here is an excellent man for the world! 16