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

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“My talents run in many directions.” RICHARD THOMAS MOORE “Dick” “Dick came to us from the Pottersville School. He has followed the college course for four years, and has been particularly successful in mathematics and the sciences. To every science teacher we have had, he has been a right hand man. “Dick” was a charter member of the Camera Club which has developed into the Science Club of which he was the president this year. He has worked faithfully in the interests of the school and has given many school hours in the Visual Education department. “Dick” has also been a great debator in the Round Table. Although he does not know definitely what he will do next year, he has a decided leaning toward furthering his knowledge in aeronautics so as to enter the armed forces of the United States. Thank you for your cooperation, Dick, and good luck to you. “A man is known by the character of his conversation. ARNOLD MYCOCK “Mike” Arnold, better known to his classmates as “Mike”, is one of those individuals you like and admire. “Mike” is good-looking, good-natured, friendly, and always ready v ith a helping hand. He was the choice of the 1942 football squad for its co-captain; he also played basketball and baseball successfully. In his Senior year, he was chosen as one of the assistant managers for Memoirs V. Although “Mike’s” future does not lie in the athletic field, we feel sure that the same proficiency that made him so well-liked at Somerset High, will make his success inevitable. Best of everything to a nice boy. “Wise to resolve and patient to perform.” JAMES PATRICK O’NEIL “Jimmy,” who seems to be a quiet fellow, is really quite versatile when you know him, and can always be found where there is a crowd. His favorite hobby is photography, at which he has made quite a bit of progress. Jimmy, who has followed the general course for the last four years, has proved himself a studious lad. He i also a born conversationalist - have you ever considered salesmanship for a career, Jim? Among the teachers he is known as a per ' eat gentleman. No matter what you choose as your profession, be it photography or salesmanship, you can bank on your class to uphold you and wish you lots of success.

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“She was a form of life and light.” HELEN LEE Helen is the quiet member of our class. Although little is heard from Helen during school hours, she has been active in many extra-curricular activities. For four years, she has been secretary of her class. This year, Helen is the treasurer of the Girls’ Glee Club. As yet, Helen’s plans for the future are quite indefinite, but we know that she will do well the task which she sets out to accomplish. We are wishing her good luck on the bumpy road of life. “An honest man is the noblest work of God.” ARTHUR STANDLEY MARSDEN “Art” “Art” is one of the quiet, good-natured members of our class. He came to us from the Pottersville School and has followed the general course for four years. He has been the assistant manager and the manager of the basketball team in previous years. He is well known for his frankness and honesty. “Art” has prospec ts of becoming a machinist, and he intends to further his knowledge so that he may become an expert. He spends his after school hours and summers working, and it is said that he is a very energetic person. We wish you lots of luck, “Art.” “Deep in thought, word, and deed.” ALMA THEODORA MERRILL “Teddy” A quiet and cheerful young Miss is Alma, who came to SHS from the Pottersville Grammar School. During her four years at Somerset High School she has been a member of the Commercial Club, and for three years a faithful member of the Girls’ Glee Club. After graduation, Alma plans to enter the nursing profession, and with the training which she has already in that line, we know that she will be a success. We are sure she will have many patients who will appreciate her many fine qualities.

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“Nothing is impossible to a willing heart.” MARGARET O’NEIL “Peggy” “Peggy” is one of the most popular and carefree girls of our class. She is very fond of sports, being most outstanding in basketball and bowling. Her cheerful smile and friendly mannerisms have made her a favorite among her friends and classmates alike. “Peggy” is an ardent admirer of the famous swing bands and has rarely missed a school dance during her four years in high school. Although she is undecided about her future, we are sure that she will succeed in the work which she chooses. “Speech is silver; silence golden.” CHARLES EMULOUS PIERCE “Charlie” “Charlie” is a quiet reserved chap who has been with us for four years after graduating from the Village School. He has gone through the general course and his teachers speak highly of him Although he never set the classroom on fire, he has moved steadily forward toward his goal. “Charlie,” with a few others from the Occupational class, took an old car and allegedly made it run, but Dupere denies this. “Charlie” plans to be in the army next year, but whatever he does, we know he’ll get along very well. We’re going to miss that grand grin. “What is life hut joyf” ARTHUR M. QUENTAL “Art” “Art” is one of the wittiest and most agreeable of his class. He is an expert gloom chaser, always ready to lend a helping hand whenever possible. “Art” graduated from the South School and came to Somerset High, ready for anvthing it might offer. Following the commercial course, he has been a bright and promising student. “Art’s” favorite sport is bowling, and he can give anybody “a run for their money.” He hasn’t decided on any particular field, but is going to try for the Marines or Air Corps. If Uncle Sam doesn’t need him, he will enter the business world. Lots of luck and success, “Art”, in arything you may do.