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

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KATHERINE ESTHER KEATING 359 Water Street General Course Our memoirs of high school days would never be complete without Katherine. Vivid recollections of merry hours stand out conspicuously in the mention of her name. She and Helen made certainly a delightful combination, and when their youthful exuberance over- flowed, it took more than the recess bell to quell their mirthful pranks, and produce the accustomed lull that precedes application to study. As our parting tribute she was a high-spirited girl and a real friend. PAUL WARREN KEATING 2 Brigham Park Technical Course Warren was one of our outstanding personalities. As a debater of note he has an unrivalled position, while in studies he was always a top-notcher without undue exertion. His interests lie in the realms of science, and some day when he has completed his higher technical education we expect to hear of Warren’s unheard-of discoveries in the field of research. Let us now offer this worthy graduate our wishes for a glorious career. MARY MARGARET KEENAN 16 Vernon Court General Course Petite and demure from Freshman days was Mary, nor did the dignity of Senior year change in the least this retiring little pupil from West Fitchburg. Attentive alike at all her lessons she ever sought the golden rule of work before pleasure, for which reason the Class rejoices in her companionship, and promises to share in her joy of future success. ‘THOMAS FRANCIS KELLEY 75 Granite Street General Course Tom is one member of the Class who studies, works, and has a general good time. He is popular among all his classmates and, in fact is a great favorite throughout the school. It is certain that Tom will reach his goal as surely as of old he labored with industry at St. Ber- nard’s High, 20

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FLORENCE GRIMLEY 175 Elm Street, Leominster General Course Although Florence is about the smallest member of our class we are all aware of her presence because of th fun she creates wherever she goes. She is called “Chickie’’ by most of her friends, no doubt because of her frolicsome performances. In all respects a determined and undemonstrative pupil, Florence, our little class- mate, is a girl of essential worth. JOHN ROBERT GUMBLETON 23 Hobson Street College Course John, our “‘Virgil’’ is a veritable champion of knowl- edge. He is usually found amid a group of enthusiastic Seniors discussing some pointed question of Civics, or wrestling with the intricacies of Math. As Manager of Athletics he scored a perfect record, and we all sincerely wish him every success for the future. MARGARET MARY GUMBLETON 23 Hobson Street Commercial Course Margaret is a curly haired, smiling student who has tripped faithfully every day from the hilly summits of the Southside to take her place in our midst. It is only now that we fully appreciate her companionship, and for it we would be willing to prolong our high school study. Judging from her classwork we assume that she has striven to live up to the sage remark of Franklin— “Do not squander Time for that’s the stuff life is made of.’ Here’s wishing you luck, success, and happiness, Margaret. DANIEL THOMAS HURLEY 215 Boutelle Street Classical Course That outwardly benign countenance hides beneath its calm exterior an indomitable thirst for knowledge and for fun. His various activities in the school in- cluded Football, Basketball,: and Orchestra. ‘‘Dint’’ plans to continue his studies, and we hope that his life then will be as pleasant as his days spent at St. Ber- nard’s. Good luck for the future, Danny. 19

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IRENE HELEN KURTYKA 42 Middle Street Commercial Course We will be very much surprised if any job ever proves too irksome for our laborious and industrious Irene. Her work, thanks to her efforts, has been suc- cessful, and nevertheless she has failed to show any evi- dence of undue strain. Following the line of procedure that she has already traversed in high school, Irene’s arrival at her goal is, to those who know her, practically an assured attainment. NORBERT FRANCIS LAFORTUNE 51 Mt. Vernon Street Commercial Course We have in Norbert an earnest participant in con- versation especially regarding sports and civics. His late arrival in Senior year in our midst prevented the usual length of acquaintance, but from our intercourse with him we have discovered a very good student. He is a genial, gracious sportsman and a most agreeable com- rade, from whom we must now take leave wishing him every success and blessing for the future. RITA IDA LAFORTUNE 51 Mt. Vernon Street Commercial Course St. Bernard’s was most fortunate in securing Rita as a pupil. It took us but a brief space to learn that here was a student who was dependable and trustworthy, one whose quiet culture was not openly displayed but nevertheless was truly characteristic. She was ever atten- tive to the preparation of class assignments, and bore the fitting reward of Honor Roll distinction. It would be hard to find another like Rita, one who has followed the middle path of gentle restraint and kindly friend- liness. MARIE COURTNEY LAVOIE 97Grand Street, Leominster Commercial Course In the past four years Marie, in her own little way, has endeared herself to all her classmates. Her sweetness and cheerfulness prove she has a kind, fun-loving nature, which will not fail to enhance her prospects in the busi- ness world where she is soon to enter, and where we hope she will be very successful. 21