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

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Wanda Tolpa ' ‘Dignity of manner always conveys a sense of reserved force.” Shorth and Club 3 Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4 This attractive young lady is a well known mem¬ ber of our class. Wanda is interested in sports, par¬ ticularly basketball, and never misses a physical education period. She is interested in hair styling as is proved by the many pleasing hairdo ' s she af¬ fects. After graduation Wanda plans to attend the Springfield Beauty Culture School where she will follow up her interest. You have our sincere wishes for the best of luck, Wanda. William Wallace True Wook , Bill “Men of few words are the best men.” They say that willingness is one-half of accom¬ plishment. If this is true, then Bill ' s accomplishments should be many. He has been one of the most will¬ ing and amiable members of our class and can al¬ ways be counted on to help out in any task. A member of basketball and football teams, he has shown a spirit of cooperation and interest. Although he has no definite plans for the future, we know that his perserverance will never fail him. Gerald Van Martin »»T Jerry “A man of pleasure is a man of pains.” Jerry, as he is known through the corridors of Somerset High, came to us from Pottersville Gram¬ mar School. Jerry has been a hard worker on all attempted class projects, not only loaning himself as a worker but also as a chauffeur when a car was needed to complete some last minute idea. His wit and. humor are a source of merriment through¬ out the school. Jerry plans to enter the Army upon graduation from S. H. S.

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Esther Clotelde Sousa Clotelde “Art does not imitate; but interpret ” One of the many artists of which the class can boast, Clotelde has made a name for herself in the class of ' 47 with her many and excellent drawings. A graduate of the Village School, she has been prominent in school activities since entering Somer¬ set High School in her freshman year. She hopes to further her studies in the field of art as a fashion illustrator or designer. If her talents are as ac¬ knowledged and appreciated as they have been these four years she can do nothing but succeed in this, her chosen field. Lorraine Souza Shorty “A happy heart maketh the happy maiden Shorthand Club 3, 4 Basketball Team 3 Glee Club 2, 3, 4 This little Miss came to us from B.M.C. Durfee High School in her sophomore year. It is a well estab¬ lished fact that Lorraine is the possessor of a care¬ free temperament, and she is seldom seen without a smile. Lorraine is as yet undecided as to what future course she will pursue, but with her cheer¬ ful disposition we are sure she will succeed. Thomas Holt Stansfield, Jr. Tommy “A merry heart maketh a cheerful countenance.” Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4 Tommy is the happy-go-lucky chap of our class, always willing to help out in school activities. He came from Morton Junior High into his Freshman year at Somerset. Since then, he has proved his ability to mix pleasure and work exceedingly well. After faithfully serving the orchestra for four years, it appears that Tommy finds this work to be his favorite pastime. He is undecided as to what his future will be, but we are sure he will be successful.

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Jeanne Agnes Wamboldt Wambie “Nature designed us to be of good cheer.” Le Cercle Francais 4 Girls ' Basketball Team 2 Glee Club 4 Memoirs 4 ' Wambie ' ' came to us from the Wilbur School. She is one of the cheerful, talkative young ladies of of our class, and it is well-known that she takes an active part in most discussions. After graduation leanne plans to attend college for two years, prior to entering the nursing profession. Your pleasing personality will undoubtedly lead you to success, Jeanne, and we wish you the best of luck in the future. Ruth Hope Weeden Ruth “She doeth little kindnesses which most leave undone.” Le Cercle Francais 3, 4, Secretary 4 Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4 Memoirs Staff 4 Special Glee 3, 4 Ruth has been a very useful and cheerful member of the class of ' 47. Through her efforts, many a class project has been made a success. In spite of all her activities, she has never neglected her studies, and has been an honor roll student the better part of her high school career. Ruth ' s clear soprano voice has many times been heard in the Girls ' Glee Club adding just that right touch to our musical programs. The best of luck, Ruth, in your career at Katherine Gibbs. Janice Williamson “Jan , “Willy “A blithe heart makes a blooming visage.” Memoirs 4 Glee Club 3, 4 Special Glee Club 4 Science Club 1, 2 Le Cercle Francais 4 Library Associate 2, 3, 4, Secretary 4 Janice, another Pottersville graduate, is probably the jolliest girl of our class. Everyone who meets her will always be greeted by a warm and happy smile. Although of an easy going nature, Janice has been active, loyal and helpful during her four years at S.H.S. Janice has always aided in the library and a cr elected Secretary of the Librarians in her Senior War. Interested in humanity and life as a whole, Me is aiming to become a nurse, and it looks as if she is on her way to a successful career in a worthy profession.