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

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“Work is the father of fame ’ GERALD HENRY ' CURT “Jerry” “Jerry,” because of his unusual wit and good humor, has been a favorite with his classmates. Having completed his Freshman year here, he spent two years at Durfee, after which he returned to Somerset as a Senior to finish his studies. He has often expressed his joy in returning to his original school. Although athletically inclined, “Jerry” has not majored in any one sport trying his best at all times and in all ways. A happy-go-lucky lad, “Jerry” has often been the emerging point of new fads or beneficial suggestions. Automobiles and their “works” are “Jerry’s” main interests and it seems that he would like to make them his life’s work. We know he will be successful. Lots of luck, “Jerry.” “A merry heart maketh a cheerful counte¬ nance. ' THERESA BEATRICE CURT “Terry” Theresa has spent four years at Somerset High School, always with a smile for everyone. She has been one .of the Library Associates, a member of the Girls’ Glee Club, and this year was elected as Girl Councilor of the Senior class. “Terry”, as she is known to her intimate friends, has shown a decided talent for piano playing. Although her future is uncertain, we are sure she will not dis¬ appoint us in the years to come. The best of luck to you, “Terry”. “And what he greatly thought, he nobly dared CHARLES EDWARD DEMERS “Charlie” or “Chuck” “Charlie” is the youngest graduate of our class. He has a pleasing personality, is good natured, and has an enviable rating with all teachers, probably due to his fine qualities. He has been a member of the football team for two years and has also starred in intramural basketball. He is an industrious fellow who spends his evenings working in a bowl¬ ing alley. Because of the present situation, he hopes to join some part of the service, and we wish him a lot of luck.

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“Deeds, not words, make the man.” SHELDON IRVING CLARKSON Sheldon, a fellow with an unforgettable personality, came to Somerset High from the Pottersville School. He is one of the most popular boys of the Senior class, and his cheerful manner has won him many friends. As a Freshman, he was a member of the Student Council and this year was elected president of the Senior class. Among Sheldon’s hobbies is sports. In his Tunior year he was assistant manager of the baseball team and this year has been manager. He also belonged to the Dramatic Club, and was president of the Round Table. Sheldon has followed the cohege course and is interested in becoming a radio announcer. Now, after four successful years at Somerset High, he is preparing to enter Brown. Good luck and best wishes to a studious worker. “Great things from small beginnings grow.” WILLIAM EDWARD COOGAN “Bill” or “Satchel” “Bill” is one of the wittiest members of the school, and known by ai. as the life of the class. “Bill” always enjoys a goc 1 joke, and his booming laughter is well-known to his classmates as well as being the bane of his teachers. He has been a member of the Glee Club, Dramatic Club, and has contributed his share to dance and social committees. He has played football and basketball, and is a sports enthusiast. Although he is seldom serious about school work, “Bill” wants to be a chemist, and he plans to study at Brown University. We are sure that he will reach his objective and that his quick wit will bring him success. “Take short views, hope for the best, and trust in God” EDWARD J. CRONAN “Eddie” “Eddie” came to us from the Village School. He is well-known for his remarkable record of legitimately evading classes and his good natured- ness. He has already chosen his vocation for he hopes to be an expert mechanic. In addition to his regular work, “Ed” completed a special corres¬ pondence in mechanics with an excellent rating. The dilapidated automobile upon which he labored has never started, but “Ed” vows he will have it in operation before the war is over. It seems that his career as a “grease monkey” is inevitable, so we wish him all the success in the world.

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‘‘The mildest manners, the gentlest heart.” MARION ELIZABETH DOUCETTE Marion, because of her pleasing personality and pleasant smile, has made many friends at Somerset High School. During her first two years, she was enrolled in the college course, but upon entering her Junior year, she changed to the commercial course. Marion has taken part in the Camera, Dramatic, and Commercial Clubs. She has been an active member of the Library Associates, this year being elected treasurer. Among Marion’s interests is music of which she has given us a great display. She has been a member of the Girls’ Glee Club, this year being elected president, and a member of the orchestra, playing both the piano and the bass viol. Keep up the good work, Marion, and may you reach the success that should be yours. “She walks in beauty like the night of cloudless climes.” VIRGINIA CLAIRE DOYLE “Gin” or “Gini” “Gin,” one of the best looking girls of our class, has been a very active member during her four years at SHS. She was a member of the Girls’ Glee Club, a member of the Dramatic Club and a Library Associate. In addition, she was vice president of her class m her Junior year, and a member of the Student Council. “Gin” was also interested in sports and dancing. “Gini’s” ambition has long been to enter the nursing profession, but no matter what profession may be her choice, we wish her success in whatever field she may choose to continue her life work. “No endeavor is in vain.” LOUIS COLLIN DUPERE “Louie” “Louie” is interested in mechanics and woodwork¬ ing. Somerset High School will remember him as a builder of their prize-winning battleship, the “Constitution”, during the Somerset Sesquicentennial Celebration. He is fond of sports, and has been Football Manager of the team. “Louie ' s” smile is very captivating. He has contributed much toward the Welfare of the school, being one of Mr. O’Toole’s special assistants. “Louie” is also interested in the Marines. Whether he is on land, on the sea, or in the air, we know he will come out on top. The best of luck to you, Louis, may your future always be bright. ■»