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

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Marjorie Anne Boynton “Marge , Margie “More powerful is she who has herself in her own power.” Pep Squad 3 Memoirs Staff 4 Dramatic Club 2, 3 Breeze Staff 3, Editor 4 Science Club 1, 2 Shorthand Club 3 “Margie is one of the light-hearted members of the class. Her witty comments always supply a bit of humor for the benefit of her friends. Because of her scholastic and secretarial abilities Marjorie was chosen as office clerk. “Marge has a great deal of writing talent and we feel she is wise in planning to attend Lasell Junior College where she will ma¬ jor in journalism. Roger Bailey Bridge “Bridgie “’Tis well to be merry and wise.” Student Council 4 Football 3, 4 Roger graduated from the Pottersville Grammar School four years ago and then entered Somerset High. You always find “Bridgie in a humorous mood no matter when you meet him. He is always willing to work on committees or do anything to help the school and you can always depend on him. Upon graduation he would like to attend Kingsp oint Academy, which is a Merchant Marine School. Our hats are off to you, Roger, and we hope you gain your Kingspoint. Virginia Ellen Crossley “Ginny “A cheerful temper, joined beauty attractive, knowledi natured.” Le Cercle Francois 3, 4 Memoirs 4 Special Glee 3, 4 Vice-President 4 with innocence, will make e delightful, and wit good Student Council 1,2, 3, 4 Library Associate 2, 3, 4 Class Secretary 1, 2, 3, 4 Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4 As a result of her cheerful attitude, Virginia has won many friends during her four years at Somerset High. A most promising college student, she has hopes of becoming an occupational therapist. Pier determination and will to work will help her to ac¬ complish this aim.

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John Aylward “That all the world might say, ‘This was a man.’ ” Football Team 2 Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4 John came to Somerset High horn the Pottersville Grammar School and since then has made a place for himself in the senior class. He will be remem¬ bered for his quiet, serious manner, playing the sax, and his gifted ability to draw. During his four years at Somerset High, he has proven his fondness for science and math. We know John will be successful in the field of physics which he plans to enter after graduation. You will succeed because of your genuine liking for all you pursue. Good luck, John! Eleanor Mae Bodwell Ellie “Cheerfulness is an offshoot of goodness and wisdom.” Librar ian 4 Librarian Associate 2, 3 4 Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4 Glee Club 1, 2, 4, Student Council 3, 4 Shorthand Club 3 Class Vice-President 3, Councillor 4 Eleanor is one of the most cheerful girls in our class. Interested in sports, she has been an active member of the Girls ' Basketball Team and is a con¬ stant rooter for our boys. It may be dancing, bowl¬ ing or skating, but whatever it may be, she is sure to be enjoying herself. Eleanor hopes to become a receptionist in the near future. Keep that ready smile Eleanor, and we know you will succeed. Jeanne Marie Bouley “Few things are impossible to diligence and skill.” Glee Club 2 Pep Squad 3 Memoirs 4 Round Table 3, 4 Cheerleaders 4 Le Cercle Francais 3, 4 Library Associates, Chairman 4 Round Table, Secretary 4 Jeanne is one of the most popular girls in our class. Her youthful zest and spirit have gained her many friends among both students and faculty. She has indeed led an active life in S.H.S., being a mem¬ ber of almost every organization and also achieving a high scholastic record. We know Jeanne will have a bright and active future.

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Jesse Richard Crowe Dick” “Speech is of time, silence of eternity.” Football 2, 3, 4 Captain 4 Dick has been a strong bulwark against the storms and strifes of his class ' high school career. Also there will be a big space on the football field that will take a good man to fill because Dick ' ' was one of our best linesmen. Dick” plans to go to radio school after his graduation and become a radio technician. When he does become a techni¬ cian it will be another gain for radio because he has always been, and will continue to be, a very hard and conscientious worker.. Thomas John Daley “Bly “He is neither above nor below his business.” ' Orchestra 1, 2 Breeze Staff 4 Round Table 4 Dramatic Club 3 Football 3, 4 Student Council 4 Class Treasurer 4 Memoirs Business Manager 4 Tom, our class business man, has displayed h:s ability not only for business, but for many other things, as can be seen above. His interest in the wel¬ fare of the class has proved he has the qualities of a good leader. Many of us will always picture Tom in Panneton ' s Pharmacy, doing what he likes best. We ' re sure he ' ll succeed at Rhode Island College of Pharmacy. Thomas Joel Doyle Tom “The power of oratory is not truth but persuasion.” Round Table 3, 4 Class Treasurer 1, 2 Le Cercle Francais 4 Memoirs Editor 4 Class President 3, 4 Dramatic Club 2, 3 Student Council 1, 2, 3, 4 This list of Tom ' s distinctions gives some idea of his value to the class of 1947 and to the school. It says nothing, however, of his two hobbies: philoso¬ phy and oratory. Tying all his gifts together is his personality, which will make many friends and carry him far. He intends to become a teacher of English and, of course, of Philosophy.