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

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Anna Grace Madden An artist’s sphere of influence is the world. Breeze—3, Asso. Edit.—4 Glee Club—3, Secretary—4 Cheerleader—2, 3, 4 Dramatic Club—3, 4 French Club—3 Vice-Pr ' es.—4 One of the tallest girls of the class, Anna bears her height with a characteristic grace and dignity. Her sophistication, a distinctive quality of her per¬ sonality, coupled with her good nature and love of fun, makes her a desirable member of any group. That she is a conscientious worker is proven by the fact that she was elected “the girl who did most for S.H.S. and for her class.’’ A good student, Ann does not allow her attendance at night school, where she is furthering her interests in art, to interfere with her regular school work. She plans to enter Rhode Island School of Design upon her graduation from S.H.S. One with your initiative and ability should go far in your chosen vocation, Anna. Here’s to a success and future happiness, which is to us, a cer¬ tainty. Arthur Marchand Jr. A merry heart maketh a cheerful countenance. Football—1, 3—Capt. 4 French Club—4 Orchestra—1, 3, 4 Baseball—3, 4 Breeze—4 Dramatic Club—3, 4 Basketball Jayvees—4 Honor Roll—3 “Chick”, a rollicking product of St. Louis de France, apparently obtained at that school a jovial disposition which was instrumental in making him a most welcome member of our class. “Chick” has been very active in sports and attained the hon¬ ored position of captain of the football squad in his Senior year. Although he spent his Sophomore year at Coyle High, he returned home to Somerset the following year, realizing that Somerset was “tops”. “Chick” can usually be found blowing sweet notes on his trumpet, either in the school orchestra or in his own popular and well-known band. Next year he intends to further his education at Boston Col¬ lege where h ' e relishes the prospect of playing foot¬ ball. We sincerely hope he finds his fill of pleasure on the gridiron, ample success in the medical pro¬ fession, and happiness throughout life. Pauline Victoria Marion Good nature and good sense must ever join. Glee Club—3 Senior Shorthand Club—4 A most industrious and helpful classmate, Pauline is Andover, Mass.’s gift to Somerset. She is a quiet, reserved damsel, always willing to do her part in any task. Her willingness to-work is fully recognized, for she is a capable office worker. “Paul” has been active in commercial studies and plans to go further in that department. The world is sorely in need of industrious, pleasant individuals like Paul¬ ine. May your road to success be swift and sure.

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Rhoda Ann Leonard Nicky” Be ye not dazzled by beauty; look for those inward qualities.” Vice Pres, of Class—1, 2, 3, 4 French Club—3, 4 Girls’ Basketball, Capt.—2, 3, 4 Breeze Staff—3, 4 Library Associate—2, 3 Chairman of Library—4 Round Table—4 Honor Roll—1, 2, 3, 4 Nick’s wonderful personality and easy, natural air make being h’er friend both an honor and a pleasure. The qualities she possesses are too numer¬ ous to mention. It is enough to say that her good natur’e needs little improvement to insure her all the happiness that life can offer. Nick has worked hard at the college course and has proven that hard work is rewarded. She plans to further h ' er educa¬ tion in the liberal arts, preferably English. We all know, Nick, that one with your personality and ability will surely reap the fruits of success. Lorraine Loiselle Good nature is one of the richest gifts ” Cheerleader—4 Glee Club—4 Shorthand Club—4 Librarian—2, 3, 4 S.A.A. Secretary—3 Honor Roll—1, 3 The saying, “Good things come in small pack¬ ages”, certainly applies to Lorraine. Although she is the shortest member of our class, she is far from being unrecognized or unnoticed. “Lorry’s” agree¬ able manner has won h’er many fast friends during her four years at Somerset High. She has followed the commercial course and has been putting her knowledge to use by working at the Spectator after school. But she has not let her outside work inter¬ fere with her school activities. “Shorty” has helped to cheer the football and basketball teams on to vic¬ tory by being a faithful cheerleader. Lorraine has always been a good student, and although she has not definitely decided upon the future, we know that she will succeed in whatever she undertakes. Raymond Joseph Lussier Let me die to the sounds of delicious music.” Football—4 Orchestra—1, 2, 3, 4 Baseball—4 French Club—3 Ray has always shown a strong inclination for music and for four years he has been a loyal mem¬ ber of the school orchestra. Ray has drummed his way into a large social sphere and his wit and gen¬ eral worldliness have served to make enduring the friendship of those he meets. He has not only enter¬ tained people, but also repaired their cars at Gell’s Garage. This doubles his chances of a success we consider a certainty. He has pursued the General Course during his four years at S.H.S. and, in the future, aims to become a drummer with a topflight band. May you drum your way to unlimited success, Ray.

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Louis James Mendes Oh to dance all night and to dress all dayl Breeze Staff—3, Football—3, 4 Business Mgr.—4 Basketball—3, 4 Glee Club—1 Baseball—4 As versatile as he is friendly, as debonair as he is dashing, Lou’s love for sport and social life has made him one of the most interesting members of our class. Always there when needed, Lou’s amiable personality has made him friends that will last him a life-time. As much at home on the dance floor as on the football field, he is the zenith of rhythm and coordination in eluding tacklers or in guiding a partner across the dance floor. Lou plans to enter the field of aviation and though his head may be in the clouds, his feet will always tread the paths of a gentleman. Thumbs up and happy landing, Lou! Louise Morin Lovely sweetness is the noblest power of woman. Senior Shorthand Club—4 As long as the class of ’46 possess charming brunettes like Louise, it can boast freely of its pul¬ chritude. tier many friends boast of her incompar¬ able sense of humor, infectious gayiety, and capacity for true friendship. This passes our most rigid cen¬ sorship. Extremely fond of dancing, Louise is a prominent figure at all school dances. Many of us envy her dancing partners. We shall often recall her charm as she cheerfully greeted us in the school of¬ fice where she performed efficiently. Sh ' e plans to lend her talents to interior decorating. You can’t fail, Louise, if you mak’e your patron’s homes as lovely as your person. Loads of luck! John Murphy Mainly use and skill are winners in his pastime. Glee Club—1 Baseball—3, 4 Football—3, 4—Mgr.—1 Breeze—4 Basketball—2, 3,—Capt.—4 j | Johnny, a diminutive though fiery Irishman, came to us from the Village School. He has always displayed a keen interest in school athletics and has followed the general curriculum. His prowess on the court fully m’erited his being chosen Captain of the 1946 hoopsters. A true son of the Green, Johnny’s wit and joviality have helped to relieve the mon¬ otony of school life. At first he was not too active in social life, but towards the end of his career he became a “lion among the fair sex.’’ John plans to be an athletic coach. W’e know his love of sports will make his future happy and successful.