Somerville High School - Radiator Yearbook (Somerville, MA)

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banquet. This has proved to be a joyous, fun- filled affair in the past. The object of this organization is to build strong characters and to aid the community in whatever way possible. At the end of last year, Tri-Hi-Y members collected enough money from a car-wash, to send a number of needy boys and girls to camp for the summer. Of course, the girls have many social events of their own; such as parties and weekend trips. Last year, some of the members spent a weekend at the University of Massachu- setts. It was an experience which I am sure, they will not soon forget. Tri-Hi-Y has much to offer any girl, as you can see. THE RADIATOR At the end of last year, Louise Mazyck was elected Editor of the Radiator Yearbook; James Cavanaugh was elected editor of the magazine, and James Rancanti, business manager. The “Radiator” is perhaps the busi- est organization in the school. So far this year a “Radiator” representative has been at every school event, the entire organization visited the Boston Globe building, two rep- resentatives were at the Better Breakfast Breakfast, the editor and James Curry were guests at the Boston Traveler’s luncheon, and five staff members attended the Annual New England Scholastic Press Association con- vention. Attending were Rosemarie Farina, Leo Kelly, Daniel Kane, James Curry, and James Cavanaugh. The convention was held at the Boston University School of Public Relations and Communications. Prof. Robert Baram, a member of the school’s staff, is the director of the Association. At the conven- tion the “Radiator” received two awards: one for excellence in Yearbook editing and publishing; the other for excellence in maga- zine editing and publishing. The guest speak- er at the luncheon was Edward Kennedy, the assistant district attorney for Suffolk County. He spoke on the President’s Physical Fitness program and domestic policies. GEORGE MACROKANIS RECEIVES HARVARD BOOK AWARD At the end of his Junior year, George Mac- rokanis was selected as the outstanding boy of the Junior class, and presented the Har- vard Book Award. The picture above shows Mr. Giroux presenting George with the prize. The Harvard Book Award is presented to the outstanding Junior at the High School, and it is one of the most coveted awards given in the school. The award is a volume of a world-famous classic. The recipients of this award are of the highest character, and past recipients have gone on to be the leaders of the city, state, and country, and successes in life. We know George, who was also elected president of National Honor Society, is the type of person who will do as the others have done and be a shining example of the leader- ship of Somerville High. Six

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FASHIONS FOR THE GIRLS Just a few weeks ago the girls of the school attended an assembly at which a fashion show was presented. Miss Harold of Sim- plicity Pattern Co., Inc., of New York was the moderator. The show was sponsored by the Home Economics Department of Somer- ville High School under the direction of Mrs. MacLaughlin. The purpose of the show was to show the girls what fashionable clothes they could make with a little training and a few dollars. Miss Harold commented on each costume and the proper place to wear it. She said that the popular “bandstand” skirt was definitely not for school wear. She also said that the girls are wearing their clothes much too tight, a very unbecoming style. All of the newest styles were represented, modeled very capably by twenty-four of the school’s loveliest girls: Judith Barbour, Jo- anne Bober, Donna Estabrook, Gail Mulcahy, Mary McEleney, Janice Colyer, Rosemary Antetomaso, Sue Thompson, Catherine Cole- man, Jean Brady, Charlene Tweedy, Margaret Cloutier, Mary O’Connor, Margaret O’Connor, Judith McEvoy, Colette Enders, Pamela Don- aruma, Mary Aiuto, Albina Sarno, Katherine Marzullo, Pauline Talbot, Sandra Hamilton, Barbara Dobson, and Ella Bergmann. KILLER STILL AT LARGE Although the nation spends more than $700 million every year for the treatment of TB patients, the Great White Plague still strikes new victims. Last year there were 55,494 new cases in our country. Are we depending too much on wonder drugs and neglecting cleanliness, sleep, and food? Research and medicine may have cornered the killer, but it takes you and me to “elim- inate” the deadly scourge. What to do? 1. Wash your hands before eating. 2. Inquire whether your city has a health test for food handlers. 3. Keep fit. Get enough sleep and food. 4. Have a chest X-ray every year. 5. Buy Christmas seals to support treatment and research. TRI-HI-Y Diane Joyce ’63 I, as a member of Somerville’s Tri-Hi-Y, would like to mention a few things to girls who might not be acquainted with this or- ganization. It is confined to girls of the jun- ior and senior year of high school. Those girls who show an interest in joining may at- tend the meetings held every Wednesday eve- ning from 7:15 to approximately 8:30 at the Somerville Y.M.C.A. These girls will then be voted upon by the former members on their personalities, school records, and other or- ganizations to which they belong. It is pre- ferred that the individual does not confine herself to one type of club, but belongs to a variety such as, musical, dramatic, etc. If accepted, they will be formerly initiated and brought into the club at the end of the year. Dues are forty cents monthly and this money helps to defray the expenses of an annual Fiv® Colette Enders and Sue Thompson

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In My Opinion... A new column designed to provide an emo- tional and intellectual outlet for the student’s point of view on school affairs. OUR DEBTS Carol Anastas 63 Debt! What is it? How do we repay it? A debt is that which is due from one person to another; an obligation to repay others for the good deeds they have done for us. We owe debts to God, to our parents, to teachers, and to all people who help us mature as in- telligent and respectful individuals. To God, first of all, we owe our respect and love. This respect and this love is shown not only by the physical motion of attending our religious places of worship, but in the con- duct of our everyday lives. Respect for God is shown by keeping His commandments, and love is shown by our actions and our will to do what is right and to live good, healthy, and useful lives. By doing our best we thank God for the multitude of wonders He has given us. We owe much to our parents that we can never adequately repay for all the good they have done. They have sacrificed much that we may have better lives than they. If it weren’t for good parents, our future would not be very promising. “Ingratitude,” the poet says, “is more foul than traitor’s arms.” Therefore, we should be grateful to all who help us. To our teachers we owe our knowledge of subjects necessary to help us to grow up and take our places as teachers, secretaries, or become members of any other professions that we have chosen. We owe a great deal to our government, military forces, and to those who protect us from war and help us to secure a peaceful world. Today we are grateful that there are fine men who are patriotic enough to work in our behalf to keep us from being destroyed from the earth. Having mentioned only a few of the people to whom we are indebted, I am sure that there are many others, with concern for our personal lives. How can we repay them even in a small way ? We can repay them by doing our part well and not taking for granted that we can re- ceive benefits without giving something in return. IN DEFENSE OF CHEERLEADERS Dianne Blackall ’63 While attending our first football game at Arlington, a few choice comments were al- ready made about our cheering squad, so as a result, in behalf of the cheerleaders, I would like to say a few words of defense and praise which each one deserves. “Aren’t they awful?” “They look half dead,” “I wish they’d whisper a little louder.” And so it went through the whole game as the girls did their best to bring on victory. Only one week was given to these girls to prepare for their first game. Many people do not realize that it is not all pomp and splendor being a cheerleader, but hard work and practice two or three days a week plus spare time at home. It isn’t easy to stand in front of a large gathering and try to make them assist us by making some noise besides insults, watch the game, and smile in the face of defeat. After all, someone has to lose. We must realize that it is only a game and not the end of the world. There will always be another time, so please don’t take it out on the cheerleaders. Loyal students of Somerville High are on the defensive side, but others on the offensive. We need more offense on the field not in the bleachers. From there we need whole-hearted cooperation. I’ll bet if boys as well as girls made some effort to learn cheers and “pep Seven