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

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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.

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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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“Laugh and the world laughs with you.” JOHN RAPOZA The above quotation seems to be the motto of this young man from the South School. If you don ' t know him, it’s time you did for he is full of fun, and as a result is popular with both his friends and his teachers. John’s passion for a great vocabulary has made him a walking dictionary, much to every¬ one’s delight. In a few cases he has coined special phrases to suit the need. It is rumored that his “retail business’’ went into bankruptcy, but he says Mr. Eagan will explain that to the incredulous. Well, keep up the good work, John, we’re interested to see what becomes of people like you—it’s usually something good. “A good reputation is better than all the money in the world.” AMORIN REIS “Pete” “Pete” is a very jovial fellow who came from the South School. He has earned a fine reputation among pupils and teachers because of his courtesy and gentle manner and is well-liked by all. “Pete’s” classmates showed their confidence in his monetary ability by electing him class treasurer in his Junior and Senior years. Miss Mason declares he is the best treasurer in recent years. “Pete” played intra¬ mural sports throughout his four years and was an aggressive player. He was treasurer of the Round Table in his last year. Amorin followed the com¬ mercial course, and we are sure he will succeed in his ambition to become operator of a small retail business. “Be glad and your friends are many.” ROBERT ROGERS “Bobby” One member of our class who was always ready to lend a helping hand is Robert Rogers. He came to us r rom the Village School and has been struggling v ith us ever since. His on’y weakness was his dis¬ like for Physical Education. “Bobby” has followed a general curriculum, but his talents in freehand drawing indicate he may enter the field of Art. fter graduation we know that we shal 1 hear from him a; d we are sure the news will be good.