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

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“Modesty is a Virtue not often found.’ ' EVA INEZ MELLO Eva is a quiet girl who never utters a word out of turn, but when it comes to drawing, she is a ‘whiz”. During her high school years, she has been chairman of various poster committees, and in her freshman vear she had a great deal to do wi f h the painting of the stage settings for the operetta. Be¬ cause Eva has so little to say, many of her class¬ mates do not know of her personal hobbies and ac¬ complishments. She plays the piano exceptionally well, and as for her hobbies—reading, drawing, and sewing occupy most of her spare time. Eva plans to become a hairdresser, and will train at the Wil¬ fred Academy of Beauty Culture in Boston. With her inviting personality we know she will succeed. Best of luck, Eva. “He is a talker, and needs no questionng, before he speaks.” JOHN WILLIAM MONAHAN “Jack” Well known as the cosmopolite of the class, Jack’s entertaining personality has added to the prestige of the class of ’40. His interests are so diversified as to include debating and oratory, histrionics, swing music, and dancing. His loquacious nature was instrumental in gaining his membership in the Round Table, the school’s d ' scussion club. Aside from these activities, sports have played a mention- able part in his school life. Jack is a letterman in both basketball and football. His future is definite¬ ly aimed at becoming a doctor. The med ' cal pro¬ fession will gain in Jack a young man of high ethics, progressiveness, and sociability. Best wishes for success travel with you, Jack. “Onward and upward, he’s climbing still.” EVALD HUGO NILSSON Evald is one of the most studious and one of the brightest in the graduating class. He always takes news or events, whether good or bad, in a calm manner. He was a member of the Student Council for two years, treasurer of the class in his sopho¬ more year, and a charter member of the Round Table, to which he has belonged for two years. He has played the violin in the school orchestra for four years. Evald did not take much interest in athletics because of his studious nature, but he d ' d play on the freshman baseball team. Recently Lvald won a scholarship to Bryant College, after passing a competitive exam with flying colors. His ambition is to be an accountant. With his ability at figures he is sure to be a success. Lots of luck, Evald, and keep plugging.

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“Not too happy; not too gay—she strikes a happy medium.” JULIENNE ELLEN MARSHALL “Judy” All consider “Judy” the “Glamour Girl” of the graduating class. It is she who is always first with the new styles and latest hair-do’s. The Dramatic Club elected her as its first secretary, and this year she played in the skit, Peter.” She is a charter member of the Round Table and this year she served as vice-president of that organization. She has been a willing worker with the Library Associ¬ ates and dance committees. Last year she played forward on the girls’ basketball team. Judy was one of the first girls in the class to get her driver’s license and everyone envies her for her skillful handling of a car. Julienne is admired by her class¬ mates for her poise and self-assurance. Her plans for the future are not definite but if it’s success she “I think no virtue goes with size.” LORETTA MEDEIROS “Ray” Hats off, here comes, not only our class midget, but the midget of all the classes. Loretta came to us from the Pottersville Grammar School in the year ' 36. Although she is little she has accom¬ plished great things during her four years at Som¬ erset High. “Ray” has taken physical education and one year played on the girls’ basketball team. She also worked after school in the school office, devoting much of her spare time to absence slips and what not, all for the good of the school. Lor¬ etta has followed the commercial course for four years, and we bet many of the business men will be after “Ray” to take good care of their accounts. wants, we’re sure she’ll get it. VtvL v . “She must he seen to he apprecia ' ed.” OLIVE ESTELLE MEDEIROS “Patra” Olive, small and slight, with dark hair and win¬ some eyes, is a quiet little miss. She has won ac¬ claim in the Art Classes for her affi ' Pv to draw and design During her four years at high school, O ' ive has followed a strictly business course. She has enrolled in various extra curricula activities and has been a member of the Girl’s Club for the past two years. Besides taking part in the operettas, Olive has also had an active part on various dance com¬ mittees. Her hobby is drawing and her one great ambition is to become a commercial artist. Success to you. Olive! v

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“An Irish smile, and an Irish temper.” JAMES WILLIAM NOLAN “Flip” “Flip” is the tall, dark-haired, handsome boy of the Senior Class, and thus is quite a favorite with the girls. He is always ready for a joke, and has won many friends. He has played football on the varsity as a lineman, has competed in basketball for two years, and has played baseball for three years. His jovialness on the athletic field has made sports sessions more enjoyable. He has been a student councillor and class treasurer for the past two years, and is a charter member of the Dramatic Club. He lent his melodious bass voice to the Boys’ Glee Club for a year. “Flip” peddles papers in the afternoon to earn spending money, and attends the school socials frequently. He intends to advance high into the clerical field. We wish him a happy and successful life. “Enflamed with the study of learning and the admiration of v irtue.” CARL LEONARD PARROTT “Polly” “Polly” is perhaps the most aggressive boy in the class. His fields of activity have been both athletic and scholastic,with the same, unerring results in each. He was a member of the Round Table for two years, a member of the Student Council for two years, and a member of the Boys’ Glee Club for one year. His wit and timely bits of in¬ formation have brought humor into all of his classes. His athletic scope has been limited, but, as a freshman, he played baseball, and in his last two years, football. He plans to enter the Coast Guard Academy in the fall. We kn w that what¬ ever he undertakes will be marked with success; so, good luck, “Polly,” and don’t put out your running lights. “The opinion of the strongest is always the least.” EDWARD PERRY “Flash” or “Ed” “Flash” is one of the tallest fellows in the senior class. He is sports-minded and has played on the freshman baseball team and one year with the Varsity, along with playing on the football team for three years, and participating in Intramural Basketball. Although few people realize it, “Flash” is an accomplished piano player and can swing out when called upon. “Flash’s” genial personality has made for him many friends at S. H. S. He is on the News Staff, being one-half of the Perry and Sherman combination of official typists, mimeo- graphers, and staplers. “Flash,” a commercial course student, would like to become a truck driver to see America just once. To him we extend our sincere wishes for a successful future and may his course continue onward and upward.