St Bernards High School - Bernardian Yearbook (Fitchburg, MA)

Text from Pages 1 - 92 of the 1929 volume:

“eee a Seer SS we en. ee Pe ee ee :-— . “ yee ned ne ene FITCHBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY FITCHBURG, MASS. OUR ALMA MATER REVEREND JAMES J. DONNELLY, Pastor a ap ea Me + ae -o our beloved Pastor, Reverend cured for us so many blessings We, the Class of 1929, most gratefully dedicate this book. REVEREND ANDREW A. MARTIN, Principal , ; - ’ = iWw er a ue ’ es aaa -4 [ ae a, lo Reverend Father Martin, and to the members of the faculty who have generously enabled us to make this book a success we wish to extend our hearty appreciation and sincere thanks. oa To The Sacred Heart June, thy beau ty everywhere Speaks to us of Christ’s great love, Roses breathing fragrance rare Lift our thoughts to heaven above; And we ask, for soon we'll part, Guide us, bless us, Sacred Heart. Beauteous flowers and golden suns, How you thrill our youthful days! Showing too how school life runs Quickly on, and never stays; And we ask as now we part, Guide us, bless us, Sacred Heart. Catherine J. Driscoll FOREWORD IN our freshman year our school was placed under the special protection of our Blessed Mother, and we, the first graduating class, have sought no greater honor than the privilege of calling her our patroness and guide -- Regina Nostra et Ex- emplar. As from the beginning we have labored under her maternal care, so now, under her lov- ing guidance we have undertaken and completed this book. et Exemplar Regina Nostra la, @ Mar CLASS SONG Ie O Alma Mater fair, We raise our hearts to thee, For soon our barks will sail, Upon life’s boundless sea; O may thy guiding hand L ead us through doubt’s dark night; And may the eternal dawn, Find us with faith still bright. Vgc Sincere to truths we learned Within thy noble walls, We'll guard the cause of right, Where’er stern duty calls; Then on and upward still, We'll tread our way with love, Until we reach our home In realms of bliss above. Words and Music by Katharine A. Hogg Acknowledgment The Committee wishes to extend its sincere appreciation and thanks to those members of the Commercial Department who 50 generously contributed their services, and also to the Employees of the Blanchard Brown Printing Co., who so kindly aided in the publishing of this book. Gditorial ‘Board Editor-in-Chief FRANCIS SMITH Business Manager EDWARD REARDON Associate Editors John Burke Margaret Carney Helen Cominelli Mary Cotton John Geary James Gorman Katharine Hogg Raymond L’Ecuyer William L’Esperance Howard Porter Gc6t JO SseTO P2l PHOTOS EDWARD RICHARD REARDON ‘“Always ready, always there Always willing to do his share’’ For a year Eddie has made an excellent President for us. Like a true leader he has plunged into everything first-yet always with cautiousness and prudence. Few will ever know how hard Eddie worked, how much he sacrificed, to put this book to press. He has been more than a Business Manager and he deserves everlasting praise for this splen- did class spirit. College Course MARGARET LOUISE CLANCY “None knew her but to love her None named her but to praise’’ And it is certainly true. You have just to know her in order to become attracted by that charm which has made ‘‘Peg’’ the most popular girl in our class. Her bright manner and sunny disposition will remain with us always. Peg will enter Burbank Hospital as a probationer in September. Then watch the accidents | College Course KATHARINE AGNES HOGG “ True to her word, her work, and her friends’’ Kay, our Class Secretary and school pianist has attained the rank of High Honor Student through exceptionally good work. ‘This work has extended outside school and we all declare it faultless. Kay is a wonderful social mixer and we all know her career at co llege will be a brilliant and delightful one. College Course JOHN JOSEPH KENNEDY ““ Tis better to speak in deeds than in words”? Besides his work as Class Treasurer, John has been a social star around school, taking a leading role in the Dramatic Club play and also working as a singer of ability in practically all Class Activities. He has been a loyal worker and will, no doubt, be a model graduate of St. Bernard’s High. College Course DOROTHY GENEVIEVE BURNS ““A modest manner fits a maid” Dot is a quiet girl who studies a great deal. She shows the result of this concentration by her good work in Mathematics. Many times, how- ever, the twinkle in her eyes causes us to doubt her quiet character. We hear Dot’s going to be a nurse and we’re sure she’ll make a good one. College Course JOHN EDWARD BURKE “A little mischief now and then, Is relished by the best of men” This does not mean that ‘‘Burkie’’ bothers the teachers or anything like that. Oh No! In fact John is a very good and attentive pupil toward the faculty. But outside--!!? Don’t try to fall asleep with John around. He's as vigilant as a traffic cop and thus you’ll learn to your sorrow. No doubt this is why the Baseball squad chose John to lead them. Go to it John! We'll all give you a hand in the great game of Life. College Course MARY LOUISE BURNS ““A maiden shy am |” To Mary’s credit we can chalk up many marks of advantage. One is that of a hard, consistent worker. This latter fact has been so notice- able that it has been frequently re- marked by her teachers. Life is always kind to a worker so we need not worry about Mary’s future. General Course MARGARET MARY CARNEY ““As a student she won fame Precisement is her middle name” Out of the difficult passages of Cicero and Virgil, Margaret has very often showed us light. Through four vears of high school, Margaret’s work has been excep- tionally good. Of course the high honor has been easy for her to attain consistently. Asa nurse, Margaret, we know you’ll be a Wow! College Course ELIZABETH CHRISTINE COOMBS “Gentle to hear, kindly to judge” We are greatly indebted to ““Coombsie’’ for her industry in dis- posing of the tickets for our various entertainments, i.e. the Minstrel Show, The School Play, Charity Party, etc. Besides this she is one of the happy and enterprising mem- bers of our class. Shall we ever forget her portrayal of ‘‘Olga’’ the Swedish maid, in the ‘‘Operetta’’? General Course HELEN GERTRUDE COMINELLI “Ever loyal, ever true To the task she has to do” Every one is ready to agree with Helen. The answer is simple. She agrees with you. Helen is one of the most popular members of the class and also one of the most com- petent. She showed her dramatic ability by the excellent part she played in the Christmas play. She will soon assume a position as ste- nographer and we know her lucky employer will have no more troubles. It is needless to mention her class work. The honor roll has been graced with her name every time. Commercial Course MARY CLARE COTTON “Attempt an end, and never stand in doubt” Energetic and enterprising, Mary has certainly proven herself an in- dispensable asset to the class book’s success, and to the stimulation of class activities. As Madame Lazare in the ‘‘Nifty Shoppe’’ her aptitude as a singer and dramatist surprised us. Another Honor Roll student. College Course JOHN JOSEPH GROWLEY “You’re right, Jack, you’re right”’ Crash! Bang! What’s that noise? Oh! that’s only John coming into Home Room! Jack is the wit of our class, and has helped to pass away many a dull and dreary moment. Everybody likes John and we ex- pect to see him either an orator or a contractor. General Course AGNES DOROTHY ENWRIGHT “Sober, Steadfast and Demure”’ Although silent, Agnes is a wel- come addition to our class. She says little, but thinks a great deal. Agnes is not as quiet out of school as she is in school, as her intimate friends testify. Commercial Course CATHERINE JOSEPHINE DRISCOLL ““She’s little and quiet, and her hair is very light But my how she studies, every day and every night.’’ This is why Catherine has made the honor roll every marking. Her memory is certainly remarkable and English is her favorite study. Her marks are such that we may be sure she’ll make a good stenographer. Commercial Course CLAIRE WATSON FITZPATRICK “She’s true and bright From morn till night’’ Claire’s curly locks are the envy of most of the girls in the class, as is her small, neat and precise writing. Claire is going to Hartford to become a nurse and we wish’ her the best of luck. College Course ALICE EVELYN FOHY “Not stepping o’er the bound of modesty” We are sure Alice will make a very good office girl. No less than a Secretary anyway! Alice was a member of the girls debating team and showed a fine spirit which will undoubtedly spell her success. Commercial Course JAMES JOSEPH GORMAN “We have known him by his good work’ A steady, firm character, the like of which Jim possesses always car- ries one far, so Jim, we know, will carry through. Normal School will graduate a very dependable scholar four years hence. Jim’s easy good nature and amiability has won for him a host of friends within and outside of school. Best of luck Jim. College Course JOHN PAUL GEARY ““Where there’s a will There’s a way” John has many friends and why not? He is a real good fellow, having a pleasant, genial disposition and is an ardent lover of sports. The way he rattles off Greek is the envy of that illustrious class. John is going to Norwich and we expect to see him someday a commander- in-chief of the U. S. Army. College Course ELIZABETH MARY KELLY “All she attempts, she does well” Elizabeth is one of our stars in Shorthand. She is gaining expe- rience working at Brooks’ just at present. She is another one who is interested in all kinds of sports and was seen at all the basket-ball games cheering with much enthusiasm. Commercial Course RAYMOND CHARLES L’ECUYER “Work before pleasure”’ The above axiom surely applies to Ray. Whoever heard of Ray failing to prepare a lesson or get a mark below ninety. He's our class genius, excelling in literature whether Latin, French, or English. His name, of course, has become a fix- ture on the High Honor Roll. We will always remember him as one of the finest tempered fellows in school. College Course WILLIAM ANDREW L’ESPERANCE “You have waked me too soon I must slumber again”’ Bill is our class artist and enter- tains us with his sketches and cari- catures. His head imperils the ceil- ing and no step-ladder is needed in our room. What Bill cannot do with machinery, etc., is not worth doing. Technical Course JAMES DONALD LENNON “Sing away sorrow Cast away care”’ Donald was our pride and joy on the Basketball Team and did credit to his title of ‘‘Senior’’. His cheer- ful smile sheds sunshine all about even in the trying hours of exami- nations. He was Captain of the First Basketball Team and is a po- pular fellow among his classmates. Technical Course MARGARET LOUISE MARCEAU A little maid, but wondrous wise” � ” “‘Bunny’’ is one of our class-mates who is seldom heard. But when we do hear her--! Just witness her work in French and Latin! You'll understand! The Honor Roll Bul- letin has been sure to bear Mar- garet’s name. She will continue her studies in New York and we wish her all possible success, General Course MARY ELIZABETH McCARTHY “Who says little has little to answer for” Mary is a good scholar. Sheis a pupil of quiet demeanor, but when you know her you change your im- pressions, for she is very jolly. Mary is one of our future nurses and we know she will succeed. General Course DOROTHY MARY MORAN “Silence is golden, speech is silver’”’ Mary, better known as ‘'Dot’’ comes from Leominster. She is fond of Shorthand and does very well in it. She also took part in se- veral debates in which she showed great promise. Dot is liked by everyone and we hope her future will be a bright one. Commercial Course MARTIN JAMES McNABB “Although small, I am noted for my smile”’ Martin is another jolly member of our class. He isa good student al- though he likes fun and manages to enjoy a great deal of it. We expect to see Marty mount the ladder of success very quickly. College Course PAUL RICHARD MORIARTY “Hold the fort, I’m coming”’ It looks as if Paul is going to follow in his father’s footsteps for the shows great promise in the scientific field. Paul is one of the class wits. He also excels in asking questions in his different subjects. Technical Course JOHN GEORGE O'CONNOR “Strange to the world he wore a bashful look’’ John is a very quiet member of the class but according to the accounts of his friends this does not hold true after school hours. He never bo- thers his teacHers or classmates and is very well-liked. General Course HOWARD WILLIAM PORTER “Happy am I, from care I’m free Why aren’t they all contented like me”’ Niagara University will get one of our Honor Students when ‘‘Howie’’ enters there next fall. His hard work on the Class Book has been a great factor in spelling its success. Howard is always ready to have a good time, to join in some real fun, and he usually has been in on our jokes. The Class will lose a ‘‘ Jolly Good Fellow when Graduation Day takes Howie away.’’ College Course MARY ALICE O'ROURKE “One thing is forever good That one thing is success’ Mary is a popular member of our class. She does well in all her sub- jects and we hear she is going to become a teacher. She is greatly interested in athletics, and perhaps enjoyed more than any of the others the trip to Roxbury. We wish her the best of luck for the future. General Course JOSEPH ANTHONY RIVARD “Great oaks from little acorns grow” Joe comes from Leominster Rain or shine, he has been at school prac- tically every day of the four years. Joe is well liked by the entire class. He does good work in all his studies especially French. Colleg e Course HELEN CECELIA ROGERS “Carefree and jolly is she always” Helen is another of the fun makers of the Class. She has a very infe- ctious giggle which will immediately influence those near her. She does good class work, of which her favor- ite study is French. We will always remember Helen as the Spanish girl in ‘‘The Nifty Shoppe’’. General Course FRANCIS BERNARD SMITH “Men of long words are the best of men”’ Frank is Editor-In-Chief of our Class Book, which makes it a suc- cess. He is one of the most popular boys at school and excels in any- thing he attempts to do. His fame as an actor has spread far and wide, and some day we will read of his performing difficult roles in the plays at Holy Cross College. Suc- cess opens its gates to him and we know he will enter and reach his’ goal. College Course EMMETT PATRICK SHIELDS “Worry ne’er did man good” ‘‘Where’s Emmett’? ‘‘Oh! you'll find him with John’’. Emmett and John are usually found together and this has been so since their Fresh- men year. Emmett is another of the class who is liked by all. He seems rather quiet in school, but outside!!! Commercial Course WILLIAM BERNARD SMITH “Tar Hill is proud to boast of him as her son” Bill is a carefree member of our Class. He is always smiling and evidently looks on the bright side of life; consequently, he doesn’t worry much about his studies. He is well liked by all the members of the class, and we wish him every suc- cess in his future work. General Course LENA THERESA SOLOMITO “Sweet peace she brings where’re she goes” Lena, who is very quiet, surprised us greatly by her excellent work in the debate. She is very popular with her classmates, for she always proves a true friend. Lena, too, belongs to the number of fun ma- kers in the class. General Course MARGARET AGNES SULLIVAN “Of quiet and studious aspect is she” Margaret is a quiet studious girl in school, but what a change outside of class! She has done very good work in French, and we hope that she will be able to ma ke use of it in whatever career she follows. General Course KATHARINE ANN SULLIVAN “She’s little, but she’s wise She’s a terror for her size”’ Sully is one of the greatest fun producers of our class. There is al- ways something doing in ‘‘Sully’s”’ corner. Her name has always been found on the Honor Roll. She is, moreover, well liked by both teach- ers and scholars. Commercial Course JAMES JOSEPH SWEENEY “He talks to Kings without concern” Generosity and an obliging dispo- sition has made Jim a popular mem- ber of the class as well as among his friends. His fine work in Latin and Greek will make Jim’s work at Niagara University easy. Good Luck Jim ! College Course We wish to say to those boys and girls who started with us early in our High School Career, but who were unable to continue, that they have not been forgotten, but will always be remembered as our com- panions in our younger days at St. Bernard’s High School. AUTOGRAPHS “TURNING THE TRICK” A Comedy in Three Acts Director Rev. Edward Featherstone Cast Patrick Casey, a retired contractor , : Mary Anne, his wife Michael, his son , : Kathleen, his daughter Maggie, his daughter ; ? George Drake, friend of the family Eileen, the maid ‘“Humpy’’ Steele, the janitor ; . Jim Dougherty, of the U. S. Treasury Dept. Madam Anna Bairski, a Bolshevik Armand Francois Boni Aime De Lovier, a modiste John Kennedy, Anna McCann, Edward Lynch, Eleanor Smith, Louise Corliss, James Gorman, Anna Murphy, Martin McNabb, Francis Smith, Mariam Kennedy, Pa ul McElligott, 29 “oe 21 30 66 3! 29 °30 °29 29 30 30 CHARITY PARTY ENTERTAINMENT 1928 The Nifty Shoppe This play was presented by the girls of the four classes, from sagacious seniors, to bashful fresh- men. The young ladies displayed rare talent in poise and dramatic ability. First a short play was enacted by the cast, each girl singing her part, then the chorus entered, one by one, each represented as a dress-shoppe model, to pose before the preposed customers of the shoppe. then joined in a final song. The entire company The cast was as follows: Madame Lazare ' Mrs. Goldore Bess Goldore Jackie Goldore f her daughters Olga Rose Mary § Janet Chorus: Elizabeth Roach ’29 Helen Mellitt ’30 Janet Rogan Claire Fitzpatrick '29 Mildred Haley ’30 Mary Burns ’31 Helen Rogers ’29 Eleanor Smith ’30 Mary Colello ’31 French maids Mary Cotton Anna McCann Meriam Kennedy Louise Corliss Elizabeth Coombs { Mary Driscoll (Anna Murphy Grace Espie ’30 Helen Doheny 731 We Mary Foley 732 Boys’ Minstrel CAST Interlocutor Francis Smith ’29 END MEN Michael O'Connor ’31 John Sacino ’31 Specialty - Ballad - Ballad - Emmett Shields °29 Martin McNabb ’'29 Anthony Posco 731 John Kennedy ’°29 Edward Lynch 731 Senior Class Play In May of our senior year we presented our farewell entertainment to the undergraduates in the form of a three act farce entitled ‘‘Second Childhood”’’. The entire senior class took part in specialties produced between the acts while the cast itself was as follows. ‘‘SEconp CHILDHOOD’? Prof. Frederick Relyea Mrs. Wellsmiller, his sister Sylvia Relyea, his daughter Philip Stanton, his assistant . Gen. Henry Burbeck Marcella Burbeck, the General’s Judge Sanderson Sheriff Johnson dau ghter James Gorman Margaret Carney Catherine Driscoll John Burke John Geary Helen Rogers Howard Porter Joseph Rivard of 1930 Class CLASS HISTORY To set forth the history of a class as memorable as that of 1929 is, no doubt, a tremendous task. We shall, therefore, try to narrate the most important happenings of our High School Career. One bright September morning in 1925, we, a band of timid freshmen, presented ourselves at St. Bernard’s Girls’ School on Middle Street. When we entered the building Mother Mary Madeleine extended to us a cordial welcome, and under her direction we repaired to the large cheerful classroom which the Sisters had fittingly arranged for us. Starting at the foot of the ladder as pioneers, we climbed steadily, until now, at the time of our graduation we stand on the highest step, proud to be the first graduating class from the beautiful St. Bernard’s High School. After a few months in our new surroundings we adapted ourselves to our unaccustomed mode of school life and soon became serious and earnest students. About this time we were honored by a visit from our Right Reverend Bishop. He gave the class his blessing and extended to all his best wishes for a happy and successful high school career. On December seventh our beloved Pastor, Reverend James J. Donnelly, dedicated the beautiful statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary, which now adorns the landing above the entrance to our High School Building. Shortly after, occurred an event which we shall never forget — our first Christmas in High School. There was a large Christmas Tree fitted out in our classroom and the amusing gifts of candy, dolls, toys, etc., will always be treasured in our memories if not in our possessions. In the latter part of February we were happy to welcome as visitors to our classes Reverend Mother Domitilla and two Sisters of St. Joseph from the Boston Arch Diocese. Reverend Brother Joseph of the Christian Brothers of New York came to us seeking future aspirants to the religious life. We also entertained by class recitations the former principal of the Normal School, Mr. William Parkinson. Our elocuti on lessons and ‘‘gym’’ practice under the direction of Miss McElroy of Boston, afforded us much pleasure; and great was our excitement when, on the day of the tournament, the girls were victorious, excelling the boys in the execution of the gymnastic drills. In June our participation in the graduating exercises of the Commercial Class, brought this, our first year, to a successful end. On our return in the fall of 1926, we found our former classroom partitioned off into two smaller rooms. About this time we made our first public appearance in dramatics in a sketch entitled ‘‘ The Mock Trial’’. As this was a success it encouraged the other pupils when their time came to take part in dramatic presentations. The year passed rapidly, and in June together with the Freshmen, we united in putting forth the splendid graduation exercises of the last Commercial Class. Our Junior year found us in the pride and joy of St. Bernard’s Parish, the beautiful High School on Harvard St. This was a year of great excitement and joy. In the early fall, however, we had to face the loss of one of our teachers, Sister Mary Genevieve, who, on account of illness, had to with- draw from the arduous work in the High School. Friday assemblies were begun and a School Orchestra was formed. At its first performance Rev- erend Mother Helena and several of the Sisters were present. ‘The students now came forth to make their ‘‘debut’’ as orators, and many a tongue failed to do its duty when the time came. Shortly before Lent, ‘‘A Minstrel Revue’’ in which the boys of the school formed the chorus, afforded much enjoyment for many of the parishoners. In the latter part of February a priest from Marynoll delivered a most interesting lecture on the work of the Missionary, and we are all hopeful that as a result, the future will record some heroic missionaries chosen from the members of our illus- trious class. As the spring days were lengthening into summer several of the girls presented an Operetta — “The Nifty Shoppe’’ which was thoroughly enjoyed by all the pupils. With rapid strides the Junior year slipped by, and June nineteenth found us “‘ Jolly Juniors’ set free from school. The sure, steady progress which we made in Freshman, Sophomore, and Junior years was only a stepping stone to that befitting climax, our Senior Year. Starting with the election of Class Officers, we held a spirited campaign. We selected our class colors—Blue and Gold; our class motto—‘‘ Maria, Regina Nostra et Exemplar’’; ‘“‘ Mary, Our Queen and our Model’’; our class flower — The Yellow Tea Rose. In the first week of October, Mr. Robinson, Superintendent of Schools, honored us with his presence during assembly hour, at the close of which he delivered a very interesting talk. The Christmas holidays began on December twenty-first when several members of the class took part in the appropriate play —‘‘ Christmas at Benton’s’’. On the eleventh of February, the pupils of the school, under the direction of Reverend Father Featherstone, presented in three acts the comedy ‘‘Turning the Trick’’. It was a great success as was evident from the number of requests for its repetition. During the year St. Bernard’s Basketball Team made its appearance, and had a successful season under the supervision of Coach Roberts and Captain Lennon. The most exciting game was that of Mission High at Roxbury. Father Martin and fifty-two students accompanied the team to its first out of town game. Although defeated, by a score of twenty to nineteen, the students had a most enjoya- ble time. With the approach of spring the enthusiasm and animation of our usually dignified class grew un- bounded ; first, because we were about to welcome home, after an extended absence, Reverend Father Donnelly; and then, because we were looking forward to that great event—our graduation day. Study seemed, somehow, to become secondary in our estimation, for we felt confident that under the careful training of the Sisters we could face the future; and besides, we had now the added satisfaction of knowing that the students, whose scholarship was of high standard could, in the future, enter Holy Cross without examinations. After tracing the history of our class from its earliest days to the present time we deem it most fitting to add a tribute of gratitude and affection to those who have made our history possible; to Reverend James J. Donnelly, to whom we are indebted for the interest and labor which he exerted in establishing our High School; to Reverend Father Martin and faculty, for the assistance and advice they have given us during the last four years. -So, with deep feelings of appreciation, and with a firm hope for the future prosperity of our Class, we promise faithfully to cherish the ideals set before us, and to spend our lives in a manner worthy of our Alma Mater. Class of 1931 ATHLETICS Two years ago St. Bernard’s High School began its career in athletics. At that time, Reverend Father Martin was fortunate in securing the services of Coach Roberts, and the boys were enabled to begin basket- ball practice in the splendid gymnasium of our new High School. It was not, however, until this year, that athletics were brought to the front and St. Bernard’s was re- presented in basketball and baseball. The Basketball Team gave a good account of itself and passed a suc- cessful season. This proved that in a short time St. Bernard’s Team will be able to hold its own with the best in high school circles. a Standing — Kennedy, Phillips, Coleman, Delay, Regan, Caulfield, Fohy, McCann, Bedford. Sitting — Coach Roberts, Moran, Breau, O’Connor, Capt. Lennon, Mackie, Buckley, Father Martin. BASKETBALL St. Bernard’s Athletic career began this year with basketball. The team by a string of seven vic- tories and six defeats made a fine showing for the first season. In the first game Revere defeated us, but the work of the Team was meritorious. Then Mission High of Roxbury overcame us by one point. Clinton High Seconds were our first victims, and were defeated by the overwhelming score of twenty- three to eight. Appleton Academy and St. Gregory High of Manchester fell before us. Mission High in its return game found us a much stronger Team, and suffered a defeat with score eighteen to twelve. Our list of victories rose to five when Normal Freshmen failed to surpass us. Then we again faced defeat at the hands of Leominster High Seconds. Lawrence Academy Seconds lost to us by a score of thirty-five to seventeen. The Normal Yearlings took revenge and conquered us, and the Sacred Heart High of Lowell also took us into camp. Revere conquered us for the Second time, and then we brought the season to a close with a victory over St. Gregory’s of twenty-one to sixteen. THE TEAM RECORD ORE Sys ee OPP. SHR a ase Revere 16 12 Leominster Seconds 16 12 Mission High 20 19 Lawrence Academy 17 35 Clinton High Seconds 8 23 Normal Freshmen 20 16 ey Academy io ce Sacred Heart High 20 15 St. Gregory’s 17 21 Mission High 1) 18 Revere ls 9 Normal Freshmen 14 18 St. Gregory’s 16 21 Standing — Coach Roberts, Bedford, Hunt, McElligott, Mackie, Leddon, Kennedy. Flannery. Sitting — Caulfield, Phillips, Moran, McCann, Capt. Burke, O’Connell, B uckley, O’Connor, Father Martin. BASEBALL Considering that this is St. Bernard’s first baseball team Coach Roberts, starting with fourteen inexperienced players has achieved very satisfactory results. The team led by Captain Burke has met some very good high school nines, so that we cannot judge by the scores as to what the merits of the team are. The fact that Manager Caulfield has selected a schedule of such hard calibre, will only urge the baseball teams of the future to greater efforts and will give them the experience that they need. In a word we are satisfied that each member of the squad has done his bes t for St. Bernard’s High. LINEUP OF TEAM POSITIONS SCHEDULE Buckley P, oppataaeete Bedford Ps é me cae Kennedy P. Aprils =27 Hudson 18 3 Scena =a ss May 8 St. John’s 23 6 Phillips 8. 8. May 10 Townsend 3 5 Reagen Rett. McCann C. May 17 Cushing Academy 12 8 Mackie 2-35. Moran REEL May 29 Keith Academy 8 9 McElligott iP: Lowell Hunt Reb Burke ee ire June 7 Murdock é Be Ste : B June 15 Revere CLASS WILL As the dying embers of our high school years are still glowing, we, the illustrious class of 1929, of St. Bernard’s High School, in the County of Worcester and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts ; being the dignified upholders of honor of said school, and seeing the terrible calamity that will result in our leaving, do solemnly bequeath the following as our last will and testament :— To Reverend Father Donnelly, our beloved Pastor, we bequeath : 1. Our never ending love which will prompt us to be ever loyal to him. 2. Our sincere appreciation for the magnificent high school he has so generously provided for us. ‘To Reverend Father Martin, our esteemed principal, we bequeath : 1. Our sin cere gratitude for the kindly interest he has taken in us. ‘To the Priests of the parish we bequeath: 1. The promise of hearty co-operation in any work they undertake. To Mother Mary Rose and the Sisters we bequeath. 1. Our earnest purpose to live up to the ideals which they have so zealously set before us. 2. Our continual love and gratitude for all they have done for us. To our successors, the Juniors, we leave: 1. The dignified and unblemished title of “‘Senior’’. 2. The honor of being reprimanded for what the freshmen do. 3. The ‘‘pleasure’’ of having the front seats in the assembly, and there, se tting good example to the rest of the school. To the Sophomores we leave : 1. The duty of instructing the bewildered freshmen in the rules of the school. To the Freshmen we leave: 1. Shock absorbers to put on when report cards are given out. 2. A book of season tickets to the afternoon sessions. Our personal bequests are as follows: Edward Reardon leaves his best wishes for success to the next class president. Margaret Clancy leaves her smile to Kathleen Sullivan. Katharine Hogg leaves the ‘‘grand’’ piano to Margaret Donlan. John Kennedy leaves his resonant voice to William Coleman. John Burke bequeaths to Francis Roy his ability to throw the ball from deep center to the home- plate with perfect accuracy. Dorothy Burns leaves her curls to Mildred Haley. Mary Burns leaves her quiet disposition to Grace Stanton. Margaret Carney leaves her 90's and 100’s to the most unintellectual pupil in the Junior Class. (Let x be the unknown). Helen Comminelli leaves her spirit of ambition (not an airplane) to James Enwright. Elizabeth Coombs bequeaths her knack of impersonating to whoever can make use of it next year in dramatics. : Mary Cotton leaves her alto voice to Ruth Maclean. John Crowley leaves his knickers (the light brown ones with five pockets) to Francis Cavanaugh. Catherine Driscoll leaves her ability to answer questions to Helen Mellitt. Agnes Enwright wills her record for punctuality to Helen Kittredge. Claire Fitzpatrick bequeaths to Catherine Hutchinson her love for mathematics. Alice Fohy leaves her ability as a debater to those who will have much need of it next year. John Geary wills his knowledge of Homer to the struggling Greeks of next year. James Gorman bequeaths his love of study to Michael O’Connor. Elizabeth Kelly gives to Anna Murphy her permanent wave. Raymond L,’Ecuyer leaves to John Caulfield the ability to push the violin bow more easily and with more expression. Donald Lennon leaves his curly hair to William Herrick. William L’ Esperance leaves to Louis Collelo the pleasure and rest of his dreaming hours in class. Mary McCarthy bequeaths her rosy cheeks to Mary Walsh. Martin McNabb leaves his ability to translate Latin to James Buckley. Margaret Marceau wills her extensive knowledge of the French language to aid Paul McElligott in ‘‘ Turning the Trick’’. Mary Moran bequeaths to Helen Fallon her cowboy shoes, provided that rubber heels be fitted on them. Paul Moriarty leaves his nonchalant disposition to Richard Porter. John O’Connor bequeaths his bashfulness to Bernard Keaveney. Mary O’Rourke bequeaths her infectious laugh to the first sad Senior in September who requires cheering up. Howard Porter leaves to Albert Phaneuf one bottle of Stacomb for his auburn tresses. Joseph Rivard leaves his graduation suit to John Mackie. Helen Rogers leaves her raven locks to Mary Driscoll. Emmett Shields leaves his much regretted shorthand book to Charles Breau. Francis Smith leaves his ability to use words of ten syllables to Francis O’Connell. William Smith leaves all his pens and pencils to Thomas Carney.. Lena Solomito bequeaths to Catherine Hagerty her laboratory notebook. Katharine Sullivan wills her sober countenance to Ruth Atkinson. Margaret Sullivan bequeaths to Eloise Charbonneau her intense desire to be called on in French. James Sweeney leaves his ability to keep out of the afternoon sessions to David O’Brien. As executors, we hereby solemnly appoint Mr. Harry Facey and Mr. John Hackett, true friends to all the high school pupils. In testimony whereof, we, the class of 1929 in the presence of witnesses declare the above as our last will and testament this sixth day of June, 1929. .: FAREWELL... We've seen our High School days slip by, As joyful hours with speed doth fly, And now our parting day is nigh, Dear Sisters. When first we sought your gentle care, We found a haven safe and fair, For this we’ll render thanks for e’er, Dear Sisters. And as we go upon life’s way, We ask a prayer from you each day, Lest we from virtue’s path, should stray, Dear Sisters. Elizabeth C. Coombs j y @ : ¥ = i ae 7s , A - i = a - ae a eet Ps “ a ma ei 2 bale” ¥ . . 28 : es, ; 4, es A | , by rey ie cae THE CLASS OF 29 Earnestly urges all members of our terra ehool t3 patronize the merchants who by their gen- erosity have helped to make this book a success. e GRADUATION DAY A TREASURED PHOTOGRAPH The Youngsters may Forget. But you must remember. . Yours is the priceless privilege of preserving forever that eager look; that “beyond - the - Alps lies - Italy” expression. Treasure those Graduation Day Photographs. Class Photographer 1929 BEIRGROTIH STUDIO 7 5 MAIN ST. FITCHBURG, MASS. “ PHOTOGRAPHS LIVE FOREVER” RITTER JOHN R. SMITH CO. FOR Draft and FLOWERS Steamship Agency FITCHBURG, MASS. Compliments of Compliments WARD'S QUALITY SHOP ; a TERRY'S GIFTS 172 Water Street 364 Main Street ST. BERNARD’S HIGH SCHOOL FITCHBURG, MASS. THIS SCHOOL BUILT BY W. J. HANDLEY COMPANY BUILDERS OF Residential, Public, Industrial and Mercantile Buildings 280 MAIN STREET FITCHBURG, MASSACHUSETTS WE DO WORK ALL OVER NEW ENGLAND Compliments of W. P. MALLAHY 204 WATER STREET Compliments of Compliments of CITY STEAM LAUNDRY 170 NORTH STREET Worcester North Savings Institution 288-294 Main Street Depot Square Compliments HENRY G. BOWEN -Ayer Cleaning and ‘Dyeing 8 Moran Square. Compliments of Compliments of A. CARBONI TRACEYS’ DRUG STORE Groceries and Provisions 392 Water Street Corner Water and Second Streets. FITCHBURG, MASS. COMPLIMENTS OF A WATER STREET FRIEND A Good Hotel Hotet Raymond Compliments of WHITNEY CORCORAN CIVIL ENGINEERS” - CONTRACTORS Room 11, Park Building. Tel. 4543-W FITCHBURG, MASS. Compliments of Murnane’s Drug Store Tel. 1732 68 Laurel Street. COMPLIMENTS COMPLIMENTS OF OF A. SNEGC J. J. PUCKO 125 Water Street TAILOR Shoes and Repairing. 6 MAIN STREET TENNIS FOOTWEAR TENNIS SUPPLIES GOLF SUPPLIES RUBBER CLOTHING SPORTING GOODS RUBBER FOOTWEAR PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT FITCHBURG RUBBER CO. 564-568 MAIN STREET KIRBY'S PHARMACY 212 Water Street RALPH McGRATH, Registered Pharmacist | COMPLIMENTS PURE DRUGS OF Apollo Chocolates IDEAL ICE CREAM WALSH WALSH SERVED OVER A FRIGIDAIRE FOUNTAIN. COMPLIMENTS IDEAL SUITS COMPLIMENTS WHAT A DIFFERENCE OF | A NEW BRAEBURN or WORSTED-TEX MAKES -R. SACINO ae yaee THE COST IS VERY MODERATE GROCERIES :° CONFECTIONERY _ FL A. LANE COMPANY | FITCHBURG feeevvA eR STREET Fitchburg Savings Bank 745 Main Street, FITCHBURG, MASS. CLEGHORN BRANCH 119 Fairmount Street $1.00 WILL START AN ACCOUNT — $1.00 COM Ristiyibsinite Or C. W. MOECKEL Florist COMPLIMENTS OF De La KON Ale ae THE TAILOR 280 Water Street, FITCHBURG, MASS. COMPLIMENTS DORMIN’S PHARMACY Telephone 649 387 Water Street DRUGS, CIGARS, CANDY PRESCRIPTIONS A SPECIALTY Agent, MARY LINCOLN CHOCOLATES—70 cts. 1b. Compliments of Fitchburg Gas andl Electric Light Company COMPLIMENTS OF MICHAEL F. DUNN COMPLIMENTS OF TIMOTHY D. MORIARTY Groceries - Meats - Fish Phone 1150 37 FOREST STREET We Sell Chase Sanborn’s Teas and Coffee THIS IS A STORE OF QUALITY AND SERVICE Sheet Metal Plumbing Heating D. J. WHOOLEY CO. 56-58 Day Street FITCHBURG, MASS. D. J. WHOOLEY aw a OUR EE S. J. MARKHAM SON INSURANCE OF ALL KINDS BRIGHAM BLOCK 426 MAIN STREET FITCHBURG, MASS. JOSEPH ADDANTE HIGH GRADE SHOE REPAIRING Stock and Work Guaranteed Ladies’ and Gentlemen’s Shines 286 WATER ST., FITCHBURG, MASS. Compliments of UNION HARDWARE. CO. ARTHUR J. AUBUCHON, Prop. 362 WATER STREET FITCHBURG, MASS. “IF IT’S HARDWARE WE HAVE IT” Compliments of Bowker-Hamblin -Donlon Tire Co. McDERMOTT SONS For a Permanent Wave 5G DAY STREET FITCHBURG, MASS. Congratulations Class of 1929 To you goes the honor of being the first graduates of St. Bernard’s High School. A spirit of loyalty to its precepts and to Fitchburg, has been inseparable from your class works. Would it be presumptuous to request that we receive a part of that loyalty? CHAMBERLAIN-HUNTRESS CO. 332-340 MAIN ST. Compliments of J. A. PADULA CO. BAKERS 401 Water Street Fitchburg, Mass. Compliments of Clover Hill Farm BROCKELMAN’S BIG FOOD STORES Meats, Groceries, Fruit, Vegetables, Sea Food, Delicatessen, Tea and Coffee, | Butter, Cheese and Eggs. Our own Candy Kitchen and our own Quality Bakery. Everything you need under one roof. Buy and Save. Quality Assured. TWO MARKETS IN FITCHBURG MAIN MARKET — CLEGHORN MARKET Also Leominster, Clinton, Gardner, Lowell, Nashua, and Worcester. Compliments of THE MODEL FUR SHOP 520 MAIN STREET The Johnsonia Bldg. A. S. HYLAND CO. (Successors to H. E. Remington Co.) OFFICE SUPPLIES -- STATIONERY 753 MAIN STREET FITCHBURG, MASS. JACKSON’S CHOCOLATE SHOP High Grade Candy, Ice Cream, Sodas, Special Dinners and Toasted Sandwiches 405 MAIN STREET FITCHBURG Compliments of Worcester County National Bank FITCHBURG - WORCESTER Compliments of The Jennison Co. 17 Putnam Street Fitchburg, - Mass. Compliments of Fitchburg Candy Shop NEXT TO NEW FITCHBURG GEORGALIS -- RILEY CoO. Compliments of W. G PAYSON CO. CLOTHIERS-FURNISHERS PARK BUILDING. COMPLIMENTS or J. G FLYNN Coat, Apron and Towel Supply 82 GREEN STREET. Gruen Wrist Watches, Hamilton, Elgin, Waltham Watches, Fountain Pens, Pencils, Writing Papers, GREETING CARDS RICE CO. Jewelers and Stationers, 387 MAIN STREET. The Moriarty Electric Co. Furnished and Installed the Electrical Equipment of this Building. 14 OLIVER STREET. Tel. 993-W. YELLOW CAB CoO. SUCCESS BASED ON COURTESY. Dark Cars for Weddings, Christenings, Funerals, and Party Work. Deluxe Service, Ambulance Equipped with Every Conveniences. Baggage Transfers. — Towing A. A. A. Service. Garage Storage by Day, Week or Month. Reasonable Rates. Capacity 100 Cars Alemite Station—Opposite B. M. Station. Prone 4OOo o 231 MAIN STREET. O. E. BICKFORD, Proprietor. Compliments of JAMES F. PYNE Chain—RED WHITE—Stores Our Owner Managers Fully Understand the Priceless Value of YOUR CONFIDENCE in Trading Here. 33 FULTON STREET. ele O4s Compliments of J. RICHARD O’NEIL [Formerly O’NEIL CASSELLA] Pra Grunine JEWELERS 110 HIGH STREET, BOSTON, MASS. PARKE SNOW, INC. contre! Imperial Drug Co., Inc. THE CHARLES H. McCARTHY, Reg. Phar. STORE OF GREATER VALUES Cor. Lunenburg and Summer Sts., FITCHBURG, MASS. FITCHBURG, MASS. T’S not how much you pay, but what pat: 3 AGENTS you pay for what you get that determines Clothes value. Right now at $37.50 we for offer a wider range, a greater selection of styles, fabrics and patterns than ever before. The Owl D rug Co. That means value unsurpassed— value that Pro du cts invites your careful comparison. : CLOTHES 9 That are Customized Murphy 5 Drug Store, Cor. Main at Day Kimball Son Co., FITCHBURG, MASS. 377-379 Main St., Fitchburg, Mass. COMPLIMENTS OF MR. MRS. SAMUEL TATER. Compliments Independent Cab Co. Phone 3500 Compliments of O’CONNOR’S DRUG 78 Green Street 1857 1929 ‘‘We Were Here Then’’ “We Are Here Yet”’ THE PURE FOOD GROCERS | HEADQUARTERS FOR Regular Flour, Old Fort Canned Goods, Libby’s Canned Fruits and D. B. Coffee. Tel. 2580 290 Water Street. Tel. 2581 COMPLIMENTS OF F. P. CAVANAUGH No guesswork, no experimenting. Op- tometery 1s practic- ed here as a profes- sion. YS. WYMAN No OPTOMETRIST - — |Or! FITCHBURG sedis PARK Pau in Printed by the BLANCHARD BROWN PRINTING CO., 25 Water Street, FITCHBURG, MASS. Compliments of. Springfield Athletic Supply Co., Outfitters to St. Bernard’s 107 Chestnut Street Opposite Y. M. C. A. SPRINGFIELD, MASS. F. J. MALONEY, Proprietor. J. F. FERERGES Goodnow-Pearson Co. THE FOREMOST STORE IN FITCHBURG’S TRADING AREA Rendering a High Type of Department Store Service Unexcelled in this section of New England for its wide assortments of staple merchandise and yel far famed for showing “The New When It’s New” BUILT ON--AND STILL GROWING ON-- VALUE GIVING AND SERVICE te The LONGFELLOW BRIDGE dead, direct to the SVFFOLK ENGRAVING ELECTROTYPING CO. KENDALL SQVARE CAMBRIDGE MASS. Ty Ws fy ations LL this boon were made by LS. We Specialye wi Schooband Clye ti aa and Diplomas. ee et. ok — im it pM Pee ot eer ose “ 4 5 Ar gs Sgt or) a hee og ie 13 ae on er - ” y - r) - ‘ - - yo oe nod = x “« Fey = a i : - Fa ye rm : : a 2 we = e = an me ae a F Z F ae - = aa ‘ ae Fra —_ m . “ en Oe i a, io! hacia “te vat f -