Somerville High School - Radiator Yearbook (Somerville, MA)

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up” the spirit of the team, things would be a great deal better. Did you ever stop to think how a nervous cheerleader feels as she faces the gloomy- looking spectators, or how a football hero feels when he hears someone yell “Boo”? Well, it’s a pretty horrible feeling. Now, don’t get me wrong. I love cheerlead- ing and I know every other cheerleader does and wouldn’t give it up for the world, but please stop and think. Am I a hypocrite? If you are, make an early New Year’s resolu- tion and come on and help us out because — We’re from Somerville ’n’ no one could be prouder. If you can’t hear us, help us shout louder! WHAT’S RIGHT WITH SOMERVILLE HIGH Joyce Catanzano ’62 Somerville High School, like practically all other high schools, is subject to constant criticism by a major part of its pupils. Al- ways ready to accept the worst about the school, pupils are usually blinded to the won- derful opportunities for advancements in ed- ucation available at S.H.S. and other schools. Somerville High has some of the most qual- ified teachers in the country. All are gradu- ates of accredited colleges with the best train- ing for the future. We also have a marvelous system of extra- curricular activities with a combination of twenty-five clubs and sports teams. There isn’t any pupil in the school who could not join at least one activity and from it receive the enjoyment of being with fellow students. In addition the poise, good sportsmanship, and training that can only come from work- ing with others may be obtained. Our guidance department is also an out- standing one with the most helpful counsel- ors, who are always ready to aid you and all pupils who need help. Remember the choice of vocation or a college is a decision that most young people need help in determining. Somerville High has much to off6r its stu- dents, but unless the attitude of an unsatis- fied minority changes, the full benefit of the strong leadership and superior quality of our teachers will go unheeded. SHOPPERS Ann Crowell ’64 At last it has been done. Here is my per- sonal survey of super-market shoppers. Al- though not complete, the data which I have assembled reveals this threefold classifica- tion: The first type of shopper is the “Browser.” She is usually on the plump side and just loves to shop for food. She brings no shop- ping list but just wanders up and down the aisles, picking up whatever looks good. You will notice the place she stays at longest is the candy counter. The second type of shopper is the “Tester.” Every item must be tested before she will buy it. She will shake and rattle whatever she can lay her hands on from can goods to frozen foods. But the meat section is her specialty. She must squeeze each piece of meat before she decides which one to buy. Everything on the meat counter looks pretty much abused after she leaves there. The third type of shopper might be called “Bargain Bessie.” She is the woman who conies in with a pencil and paper to figure out if two cans of dog food at twenty-five cents a can are cheaper than four cans of another brand at four for one dollar. All she needs is an adding machine. If you think these characters appear exag- gerated, the next time you go to the super- market take a good lock at the shoppers. I mean a really good look. See if you don’t find all of them making the rounds. Eight

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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

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ARLINGTON In the first game of the season Somervif was defeated by Arlington at Arlington Field. The final score was 18-6, in favor of Arling- ton. After a scoreless first period, Arlington came through with two touchdowns and led 12-0 at the half. At the beginning of the sec- ond half the Red and Blue scored on a 15-yd. touchdown pass from Bobby Taylor to Eddy Mackay. However, the boys from the hill couldn’t muster another touchdown while Ar- lington scored late in the final quarter. QUINCY After the first game defeat the Red and Blue came back with a 28 to 0 victory over Quincy at Quincy. Somerville’s Co-captain Herb Serpa scored the first touchdown late in the first period. This set the team on fire and in the second period Somerville scored again on an eight-yard run by Co-captain, quarterback, Bob Taylor; Serpa then ran for the two points after the TD. Again Somer- ville scored as Ed Stachelski romped eleven yards off-tackle. Somerville led 20 to 0 at the half! The second half was marked by Taylor’s 3-yard touchdown and his brilliant run around end for the two points. A late Quincy rally was squashed on the six-yard line when time ran out preserving our 28 to 0 triumph. MEDFORD Somerville, a heavy favorite against arch- rival Medford, just couldn’t get rolling. Med- ford scored twice during the first quarter while keeping the ball in their possession for almost the entire first period and controlling the better part of the second. Somerville’s first and only tally was early in the second half. The score was set up by a forty-seven-yard pass from Taylor to Mac- kay. Taylor then ran around end for the touchdown. The pass from Taylor to Mackey was completed for the two points. Medford came back with the final touchdown of the game. Medford won 20 to 8. A dismal day for the hometown fans. LAWRENCE But if the Medford game was disapi oint- ing to the Somerville fans the Lawrence game was doubly so. Although the score didn’t show the spirit and the fight our boys put in the game, it was truly a black day for Somerville High. Our boys didn't get any breaks. Lawrence didn’t score until late in the first half but followed with another quick score. They scored twice more in the second half while thwarting all of our efforts. Final score Lawrence 24. Somerville 0. CHELSEA On the day of the Chelsea game Mother Nature decided to play one of her most an- noying pranks and Boston received an early snowfall. Though the fall was slight it was decided to postpone the game until Novem- ber 18. EVERETT Facing another traditional rival, Everett, Somerville, hoping for an upset was unfor- givably disappointed by Everett half-back, Bob Leo, who personally accounted for six Everett touchdowns. Somerville seemed uiv able to get to this shifty runner who has been causing havoc throughout the league. Leo Nine