Somerset High School - Raider / Memoirs Yearbook (Somerset, MA)

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“Beauty itself doth of itself persuade the eyes of men without an orator.” MARGUERITE LABRECHE “Marg” Marguerite, like her sister, came from Providence two years ago, having formerly lived in Somerset. “Marg”, another of our popular girls, is jolly, al¬ ways smiling and always happy. Who wouldn’t be popular if one possessed as cute a face as Marg does? She enjoys skating and basketball, and like her sister, is a whiz at sports. Marg has served on many committees, but usually on dance committees. That is why dances sponsored by our cl ass have always been so successful. Although she has made no plans for next year, we are sure that she will be most successful in whatever field she chooses. “Diligence increaseth the fruit of labor.” RALPH EMERSON LEACH, JR. Ralph is one of the outstanding members of our class. In his three years at S. H. S. he has worked diligently to further the interests of the school and his class. He has been an active member of the Round Table, Dramatic Club, and orchestra. He was editor of the News for two years, and was in¬ strumental in bringing about great improvements. His editorship of Memoirs III has brought out his proven qualities of journalism. In his junior year, he managed a successful drive to purchase a sound movie projector for the school. He has attended the school socials occasionally. Ralph’s energy, per- serverance, and unusual abilities have won for him a place in the ranks of the school’s best c ; tizens, and he has consistently been one of the best students. We haven’t the slightest doubt that Ralph will become one of the prominent figures in the field of future journalism. “A lion among ladies he is a most dreadful thing.” NORMAN JOSEPH LECOMTE “Eige-da” “Eige-da”, Somerset High’s Gene Krupa, : s a well-dressed fellow who always has a car to drive. His keen wit and ever-smi’ing face have brought him many friends. He was elee ' ed class treasurer in his freshman year and brought a round of ap¬ plause and laughs with his “Thanks for the votes.” He played the violin in the school orchestra in h ' s freshman year; but he then turned to the drums. He organized the very successful “Somerset High Syncopators” in his junior year and now has an eight-piece band of his own called the “Top Hat¬ ters.” He competed in football for a year and is a charter member of the Dramatic Club. His romance wiih a certain senior girl is the most discussed in the class. He has musical ambitions. May he someday be the world’s best drummer.

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“A happy heart that no philosophy can lift. ' ’ GRACE JAMES “Grade” “Grade” is a favorite in any group where her agreeableness and spontaneous laugh f er lend a happy atmosphere. Her generous good nature and willingness to help others have brought her many loyal and true friends. Grace loves to dance and sing and her happy lightheartedness has made many a,, dance more successful. She has not yet decided what her future is to be but with her talent for sewing and with her pleasant personality, we are sure she will succeed in whatever field she chooses. Wherever life’s journeys take her she will find a place in the hearts of all that come in contact with her. Good luck and lots of happiness, “Grade” ! “Good humor is the health of the Soul. ' ” KATHLEEN KILEY “Kay” Known to all as “Kay” she possesses one of the best dispositions in our whole class. Her happy heart has made her many fast friends. Kay has a sincere, wholehearted interest in sports. She has been a loyal member of the girls’ basketball team for two years, since it started, and has added much to the success of the gym classes. Kay plans to study physical education, and we hope her desire to become a gym teacher will be fulfilled and that she will have success and happiness in everything she attempts. “She is pretty to walk with, and witty to talk with, And pleasant, too, to think on.” JEANNETTE LABRECHE “Jenny” “Jenny”, the girl with the contagious laugh, came to us in her sophomore year, after spending one year away from Somerset, from Central High in Providence. Central High probably didn’t know that they were giving us a cheerleader, basketball player, and a star tumbler, or they never would have parted with her. Besides being the head of the “gym” class, Jenny is responsible for all the lovely clothes she has, for she makes most of them herself. Another thing about Jeannette, but this isn’t a secret, is that she is the “First Lady of the Class.” Jenny plans to study nursing; we know that with her sunny disposition, she will make the perfect nurse.

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“Quiet and efficient, and courtesy itself. ' ’ GEORGE LOCKHART George is a quiet, well-mannered, strong-looking boy who always seems to be happy. He has long been noted for his courtesy, which has brought h ; m respect from both the student body and faculty. George played football in his sophomore year and was football manager as a senior. Although he is quiet, don’t mistake him to be unacquainted with the girls. For quite a whi’e George has been in¬ terested in a nautical occupation and has been a member of the Sea Scouts. If George keeps the same CT ood nature and attitude after school, we know there won’t be a better sailor this side of the bounding main. “He is like a chimney, and heated hot in a moment.” JAMES LAWRENCE LYNCH “Jim” “Jim’s” attainments on the athletic field and in the classroom have been of a high nature. His pleasant nature and absent-minded antics have won him many friends. He has been a star end on the football team for three years, has competed in basketball for three years, and was captain of this year’s team, forming half of the Doyle and Lynch combination, and has played varsity baseball for three years. He is a charter member of the Dramatic Club, and has been its president for two years. He has been a member of the Student Coun¬ cil for two years, and is president of this vear’s council and the Student Association. The office of class treasurer was his in his sophomore year. He occasionally plays the violin and lately has ex¬ pressed his desire to “jitterbug.” He has athletic ambitions. Lots of luck, Jim. “Good tinmen ' is the sunshine of the soul. LILLIAN THERESA LYNCH “Lil” “Lil” has gone through her four years of high school in her quiet manner known to all. Enrolled in the commercial course, Lill ' an is considered a good student and has gained the confidence and trust of her teachers by her cooperative manner. Driving along the highwavs in her new car, affec¬ tionately named “Bluebird”, is one of “Lil’s” favo¬ rite pastimes. Although she has not participated in the intramural sports, nothing pleases her more than outdoor sports. She swims well and is a fine horsewoman. We are all certain that Lillian’s quiet smile will bring her success when she goes into her chosen field and leaves her friends at Somerset High School.