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

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JOHN FRANCIS RICE “Your innermost thoughts he is sure to surmise.” John is one of those rare indivi- duals who can make life worth while as Tom and Carby will tes- tify. No matter what the circum- stances may be he can adapt himself to the situation. He is faithfully executing his powers as president of the Spanish Club. May you con- tinue the good work, John, when you are a student at State Teachers College. ADELARD GERARD RICHARD T live not in myself But I become a portion of that around me,” Our future lawyer or Congress- man. That is how we regard Ade- lard. He is noted for his eloquent speeches in the Debating Club, and we know we will not be disap- pointed to see him rise rapidly to heights never yet attained. ANNE Louise RIORDAN “A pair of eyes entrancingly bright Behind which lies a mischievous light” Another member of the illustrious class of °37 whom we will be sorry to leave is our own little Anne. Worries never seem to cross her path or if they do, they fail to dampen the exuberance of her mirth. Anne will probably be nursing us all some day, and we know we will have nothing to fear about under such competent care and sympathy. Mary ELIZABETH ROBERTS “The joy of youth and mischief her eyes displayed.” Marty is one of the livliest mem- bers of the class, for she never seems to tire of activity. She was just one more loyal follower at all athletic games and helped greatly in securing victory by her lusty whole- hearted cheering. Keep on cheering, Mary, you're not wasting time. 29 CLAIRE ANITA ROULEAU “Good humor only teaches charms to last.” Although Claire is more often seen than heard, she thoroughly en- joys a joke, for we often find her still giggling after most of us have sobered down. She has a reputation of producing in an efficient manner neatly typed letters. Thus we are placing her in some large firm’s office after graduation. RiTA ROSE ST. JEAN ‘Born for success, she seemed with grace to win.’ Rita, our Cleghorn belle, is a member of the Commercial Course, and is another one of our students whose name has appeared on the Honor Roll. She just delights in ac- quiring knowledge, a trait not often found among high school pupils. We hope that such a justifiable quality will meet its merited reward. Mary JOSEPHINE SCIABARASSI ‘Companion of the wise and good.” Mary evidently followed Shakes- peare’s suggestion for she was sel- dom heard, and when she did launch forth, it was with such subdued tones, that we must unanimously place her in the great dramatist’s ideal class. Keep it up, Mary, it is worth while. - JOSEPHINE MARIE SHEA “Her friends there are many Her foes, are there any?” One of the most lovable members of our class is the ever cheeful “Jo.” Brimming over with mirth we usu- ally find her talking if not smiling. Don’t forget, however, that she can be ambitious and serious. We think she would make a wonderful nurse since she has the requisite qualities in such abundance. No doubt her schedule would be a continually full one.

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FRANCES Mary O’DONNELL “Her air, her manners all who saw admired.” Who is the curly headed brunette in the rear of Room 21 with a dozen books surrounding her? Fran is an energetic pupil who loves to study her lessons when in the right mood. Her future ambition is to become a nurse. Much luck, Fran. ROBERT WILFRED PELLETIER “Active, buoyant, beaming, Of energy, great stores.” Bob is the busiest person you could meet. His energy, ability, and willingness have made him the best manager St. Bernard’s has ever had. Nevertheless his studies did not suf- fer since his name was listed very often on the High Honor Roll. Efficiency and personality such as his are rightly appreciated in the mod- ern world, so we feel assured of Bob’s future. LouisE ALICE PETTS “A cheerful temperament will make beauty attractive.’ A picture of glowing health and happiness we behold each time we gaze upon Louise. Sheer joy of liv- ing often causes her to burst into song, and we would feel lost with- out her at recess. May she always remain the happy carefree girl that she is today. ARTHUR JESS PIERCE “Never idle a moment, but thrifty and thoughtful of others.” Arthur's scholastic ability is sup- erseded only by his never-failing wit and infectious chuckle. The friend of one and all he is generosity per- sonified. Boys such as this are few and far between, and the school does not fail to appreciate his worth. Would that you could continue Ar- thur, forever and a day. 28 JOSEPH ALBERT POULIN A baseball season veteran, Whom rivals cannot rile.’ Joe is a regular attendant at all the school activities particularly all the athletic contests. He served as a member of our Baseball Team where he scored as first class baseman. We don't know whether he will join one of the big leagues next year — but if he does, we'll be there to do the shouting. Mary FRANCES PYNE “Modesty that low sweet root, From which all heavenly virtue Shoot.” Frances is a combination of re- serve and gaiety. During class hours she is as demure as any kitten, but the ever present smile makes you remember the real Fran. On the Basketball floor she was the embod- iment of grace and agility, and if girls were eligible she would have been an outstanding member of the tournament squad. JOHN ROBERT QUINLAN “The rule of my life is to make bus- iness a pleasure and pleasure a business.” Bob is well liked by his com- panions. His chief characteristic is his keen sense of humor. He plans to enter Amherst next year and take up forestry and we know he'll make a great go of it. Here’s wishing you the best, Bob. AIME LUCIEN RHEAULT “Honest, willing, generous, Sincere. A studious mind is present here.” Coming every day from Leomin- ster, Aime won the esteem and re- gard of both students and teachers. Along with being gifted excep- tionally in the physical line, he is a mental giant, and his name was very seldom absent from the Honor Roll. He has shown a marked brilliancy in French, but never failed to master his other subjects of the Classical Course.

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RICHARD EMERSON SHEPPARD ' “He was a gentleman at all times.’ Few in the class have been as industrious as our friend Richard, with the result that he has obtained a prominent place on the - High Honor List. As he already has a promising start in the business world we are certain of a happy and successful future. HELEN Mary SLATTERY “The mildest manners, and the gentlest heart.” This tiny little Miss from Room 21 is one of the most lovable of all the Seniors. When the fun is at its height and a merry laughter rings out we know that ‘‘Slats’’ is there. Again when the occasion arises. in which a helpful hand is needed Helen is present. We know that when a big business opportunity comes her way Helen will be right there with the goods. EDWARD JOSEPH SMALL ‘If there is a virtue at which we should aim, it is cheerfulness.’ Ed, our debonair friend from the South Side, is a popular lad through- out the school. He scored a splen- did record on the Football Team, and then in turn rooted his. .best at the other athletic contests. ‘How we wish he could stay, root.-and score as during the past years. Mary MARGARET SMITH “Ever alert to the want of a friend.” Who of us will ever forget our little classmate Mary who is so often in the quest of amusements. ‘Wor- ty? Never.’ seems to be her guid- ing motto. You leave us now, Mary, taking with you our best wishes: for your happiness. RirA EDNA TARBELL Sing away sorrow, cast away care.” Behold our personification of friendliness. Rita joined our ranks in Freshman year and shared with us day in and day out the trials and difficulties of student life. She lightened them considerably by a sense of wit and humor that we will never forget. Many thanks, Rita, for your kind help. ALBERT ERNEST TESTA A standby in athletics, a friend who does not fail.” Without a doubt “Beto” is one of the best liked boys in our class. He has a personality that’s the envy of all, and when it comes to football, and basketball he is indispensable. After the trip to Taunton he cer- tainly took a razzing, but from our four years spent with “Beto” we learned one thing — he surely can take it. RAYMOND: ALFRED THERRIAULT “You're sure to hear much of his deeds, This worker true and steady.” Ray, justly regarded by his class- mates as a model student, makes it a point to constantly remind us of the scenic beauty of his native Lun- enburg. He has a tendency for open- ing windows, but with it goes that winning smile, so why worry? Good luck, Ray. LESLIE MICHAEL TOURVILLE “Friendly, stately and tall, An honest fellow, known by all.” Here meet our tall and strapping Leslie whose manly form has graced our socials as well as the hallowed precincts of our classrooms. We fear that the terpsichorean art ap- pealed more to Leslie than the in- tricacies of math, but we know the latent ability was there, and will flourish gloriously into life in the not far distant future.