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

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EVELYN ANTOINETTE LEGER 32 Birch Street Commercial Course Our little rotund classmate never failed to cheer us with her good nature, and although she would prefer it, we should not like to see her lose in weight, lest she should not be the same Evelyn whose beaming smile was such an asset to the ranks of 35. Every success be yours, Evelyn, and do not forget in the future your friends Ofssaibe He RITA ANTONIA LEGROS 84 Columbus Street Commercial Course Rita is a quiet, gentle girl whose manner was ever gracious and well poised. Her constant and conscientious application to duty has given her a place among our honor students. Her achievements in Bookkeeping have been outstanding, and we only hope that a wise busi- ness man will recognize her worth, and give her a start in the business world which she so justly deserves. HELEN JANET MACKIE 38 Summer Street Commercial Course Here is a young lady of unquestioned merit and abil- ity. Prominent in social circles, Helen did not neglect the athletic activities in the school, for she was ever found a ready enthusiast, and for three seasons led the teams to victory as a cheerleader of note. Ever willing to help, and generous of her time, she will long be remembered as a loyal member of the Class of ’35. GEORGE ARTHUR MATHIEU 250 Franklin Road Commercial Course George was one of the finest musicians at St. Ber- nard’s, He also took prominent part in numerous social activities connected with the school. In general, he was quiet and reserved, but was ever ready to step forward and assist when an occasion offered, and we will always remember him as a genial dispenser of hospitality, a smile on his face, a friendly greeting on his lips, and a welcoming hand outstretched. 22

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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

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HELEN RITA MCANEANY 21 Franklin Street Commercial Course It would be a difficult task to enumerate the pleasing qualities of this little Senior. She was an enthusiastic aide and buoyant participant in whatever activities the high school placed her. We hope that she will meet with as much success in the future as she has in the past. Best wishes, Helen, from all your classmates. LILLIAN JULIA MCCARTY 97 Priest Street, Leominster Classical Course Despite many and varied outside activities, Lil always had her lessons well prepared. She ever possessed vigor, perseverance, and self-sacrifice, requisites for a successful student. It demands no stretch of the imagination to pic- ture Lillian in the golden future as a wide-awake, active Catholic and a credit to St. Bernard’s High. ELEANOR GERTRUDE MCCARTHY 107 Summer Street Classical Course During her high school career Eleanor has been a friend to everybody. Although her marks show that she has pursued her studies faithfully, we have yet to see her when she was not ready for fun, or for any diver- sion worthy of the name. Always reliable when a task required real determination, Eleanor was often called upcen and never failed to respond. Modest as she was, her cuiet depth of seriousness was hidden in her devo- tion to school and class work. All of us vouch for the prediction that Eleanor will be a success and a credit to St. Bernard's. MARY CATHERINE MCGRATH 127 Laurel Street - Commercial Course From the exuberant freshness of the Southside has come every day for four years a modest lass in quest of knowledge. Now that her quest has been fulfilled she is ready to face the world with all confidence. It is the business field wherein she intends to labor, and as she leaves we say: ‘“‘May unlimited success and happiness be yours in the future, Mary.” 23 bie oll a se ‘ ‘ aI