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

Text from Pages 1 - 120 of the 1938 volume:

Mernardian eee MCMXXX VIII Put you on the Armour of God. —EPpIsTLE TO EpHEsiaNns, VI-11 Published by Che Senior Class St. Bernard High School — Fitchburg, Massachusetts FITCHBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY FITCHBURG, MASS. VC 3 of fou ae S 3 Editorial Listeria Paee | y Rh Editor-in-Chief JOSEPH PUCKO Managing Edttor FRANCIS BABINEAU Assistant Managing Editors EDWARD BOYCE JOSEPH CHABOT Write-up Committee JEANNETTE BARRETTE FRANCIS JOTKA NORMA FLAHERTY RAYMOND FARQUHAR RITA MCGREGOR RAYMOND DION IRENE LAMOTHE RICHARD MULLOY MARY SWEENEY RALPH GROSSI MARY STANLEY EDWARD BOYCE LOUISE CAVANAUGH Mary O'CONNOR Snap Shot Committee ROBERT FOLEY BRENDA BELLIVEAU MARJORIE RENAUD HENRY KELLEHER WALTER MONAGHAN Athletics HENRY KELLY Class History WALTER MONOGHAN Cartoon Sketches FRANCIS DOWER Humor BRENDA BELLIVEAU JAMES FITZPATRICK RITA BAKER LEON DAGGETT CATHARINE DEBONIS MARILYN SWIFT Class Will MARY O’CONNOR MARGARET ROGAN Activities RAYMOND LAVALLEY GEORGE DESLOGES Typists JEANETTE LANDRY NOELLA GOSSELIN RITA DUBE PAULINE SHERMAN MARGARET DONELAN ELIZABETH WELCH JEANETTE BARRETTE DOROTHY PIERCE [2] Go Our Parents In tender appreciation of the Love, devo- tion, and self-sacrifice which they have puer shown w5, we, the Class of Nineteen Hundred Chirty-right affectionately dedi- rate this honk. [3] Right Reverend Monsignor James J. Donnelly, i. B., Pastor [4] Beloved Monsignor: Che weeks and months have sped on their may so quirkly that me ran hardly realize our high school days are ouer. During the past year we missed your visits to us very much, but we felt your fatherly heart mas matrh- ing over and praying for ws. Bn filial love and devotion we ask you to continue your kindly interest in ws, and to remember that to aim at the heights of sanctity which vou ao clearly set forth is the sole ambition of your devoted children of the Class of Nineteen Hundred Chirty-right. [5] , Principal I. Carrall rants Reverend HF [6] GOribute Co Reverend Francis J. Carroll, ovr devoted Principal, we pledge our loyal support in return for all his zealous and priestly labors in our hehaltf. [7] oreword We have prepared this edition of the Bernardian with the purpose of grouping together the pleas- ant and delightful happenings of the past four vears, so that at some future period, our spirits may be refreshed by memories of the spirit that was St. Bernard's. [8] Ou nur Farulty, the Sisters of the Presentation, we take this opportunity of extending our deep sympathy on the recent loss of their Convent home, and of assuring them our heartfelt support in return for their unfailing efforts for our welfare. [9] ¥ A= mes s 1S =i i, Aa ts orn | a IA Wey ANos a SSS le NI) J nS WN Se oe Gap rN iN} aS ry ar tax neo eas aS, fe 4 ae a — A a = ) —i—1 = I y =) — aa (oe) f= et eae ey | 0 Geet -f —— r=. ——-_— 4 Re: ae a! f — 2a Ps Lh ort ay — nae BY | = S223 a Wy = pee ea = W84 Vy ANY AN sw Tre ec ry £9 COTATI CITT TE USHA GAteaTUMaws Ub amsscaiseee se Razes an: 77 tint! 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Oh! to return to freshman’s carefree hours, When glowing spirits heard the pealing bell; Sophomore days when we reevaled our powers, That blossomed yearly till the graduate knell Had brought an end to all our youthful mirth; An end—oh! may it not, indeed, be true That these dear pastimes have forever flown From out our stay on earth; Yea, rather, may the future years renew The gladsome happy days that we have known. BARBARA FLYNN [14] PHOTOS Serene the mobile features bide, Full-lipped, aglow, and tender-eyed, As if through roseate hues of vision They form at last their great decision; A jubilant throng, away they go To destined life work here below. —MARILYN SWIFT WAAR APA AIA AANA Class Officers JOSEPH PAUL NEITHERCUT “And one there was among us ever moved. Among us in white armor.” Joseph has been one happy, genial president for two years. How heartily his laugh rang out ever and anon amid the somber atmosphere of stu- dent life. Studies even couldn’t dull the sprightliness of his humor. So was it in the past; so may it be in the future. We know Joe will be a success, and to start him on his way, we offer him our sincere, good wishes. MARGARET HELEN ROGAN “The smile that wins the tints that glow, But tell of days itn goodness spent.’ Margaret with simple grace and charm, has led the class for two years as Vice-President. Never has she been second to any in furthering the inter- ests of her companions; and it is with great pleasure that we attribute to her ingenuity and tact, the successful outcome of many socials. May these same talents steer you directly, Mar- garet, to the goal of great achievements. MARY MARGARET O’CONNOR “She’s never haughty, she’s never proud, “But popular in every crowd.” You've never seen Mary in a hurry. We know the last bell will ring soon, when we see her rush into class. She is one of our most popular girls and, as a class officer, has been one of the best. Serious application to study has enabled her to make a creditable record, which we know will help her im- mensely in her future studies. ROBERT JOSEPH FOLEY “So run that you may obtain the prize.” Perhaps no one in the class has been more willing to give time and assistance to every school activity; and if you please, Bob is also a ‘‘gentle- man of the press.”’ As class treasurer, he has kept the budget well balanced. In sports he excelled notably in track. Bob is running the race well. He is loyal, gentlemanly, courteous and kind. We know, Bob, that you will continue to run well the 440, along the course of life right down the Home Stretch. [16] JOSEPH ANTHONY ADDORISIO “He rides forever in the quickening quest of fresh discoveries.” Will Gardner ever forget the exhi- bition that our triple threat Star gave them? Joe, we must take off our hats to you; a really great football player. Our only regret is that you are go- ing to leave us. Our best wishes will always be with you, and may your remotest desires come true. MICHAEL VINCENT ADDORISIO “The soul of Adonats, like a star.’ Mike, the quietest member of the Mussolini brigade, has also been ath- letically active. Great things were ex- pected from him in football, but an operation withered his gridiron laurels. Nevertheless, he made up in _basket- ball, and carried off a truly great sport name. May you ever revel in success. FRANCIS XAVIER BABINEAU OEM IClUS (UO ame te But half my life I leave behind.” No doubt Frank will feel a pang on his departure from high school life. He has made it a period of worthwhile striving, but with all a happy, carefree span of years, upon which he will look back in the future with satisfaction and no regrets. We tender him a vote of thanks for his splendid work on the BERNARDIAN, and trust that it is only a prelude to greater successful enterprises. RITA GABRIELLE ALLAIRE “For friends you know must part.” Rita was one of our Commercial pupils, interested in the school activi- ties, and ready at all times to lend a helping hand. Her cheerful smile and twinkling eyes make up a charming personality. We are not cognizant of her future plans, but we are of her worth. RITA EDNA BAKER “Always happy, always gay.” Rita joined us in her Junior year. From the first she has distinguished herself as an apt student and genial companion. In dramatics she revealed herself as an actress of no mean ability, and also a debater of the first rank. Maintain that first rank right along, Rita, and boundless joy will be yours. JEANETTE MARGARET BARRETTE “Sweet ts the scene where genial friend- ship blooms.” Jeanette is a striking brunette, plus personality. She is prominent in so- cial activities and is a member of the dramatic club. She is an excellent dancer. Her nimble-fingered execution on the piano has often been the life of many little gatherings. In stenogra- phy and typewriting, she is a wizard, and will mount high in the business world with her ‘‘flying fingers.”’ [17] MARY MARGARET BARRON ‘The sweetest manner, and the gentlest heart.” Mary, petite, demure and friendly, has been an admirable student for four years. Although interested in sports and socials, she has never lagged in her endeavor to attain a high water mark in studies. We think her ambi- tions lie in the teaching profession, and we know that she will be success- ful. CONCETTA MARY BELLIO “Loyal, lovable, sweet and true, A friend to everyone she knew.” Connie came to us in her Sopho- more year from B. F. Brown and brought with her a little loyal soul with a sense of humor. She is ever ready when it is a question of lessons but nevertheless, is first to join the fun and frolic. We hope that she will remember the carefree school days at St. Bernard’s. BRENDA MARGARET BELLIVEAU “The cautious seldom err.” Bren has always been the big sister to our class. She was always the first we would run to for advice. Her natural leadership elevated her to a cheerleader post in her Sophomore year which she has retained through her Senior year. Her willingness to co- operate and her original ideas had much to do with the success of our social activities. We leave her with gratitude and every wish for a happy career. CHESTER JOHN BAKER “A day for toil, an hour for sport But for a friend, life ts too short.’ Chester is a sturdy representative of Westminster of whom the Class of ’38 is justly proud. He was outstanding in the German Club, and in the Debat- ing Club as well. His long list of friends indicates the likeable traits of his character and we trust that the list will increase as the years advance. EDWARD BERNARD BARRETT “His mind his kingdom, and his will his law.”’ Edward's lithe young form moved in and out among us with almost elec- tric force. Always the courteous gen- tleman, he couldn’t but win our esteem: but when it comes to personal neat- ness we award him the. perfect score. How often has not his immaculate; neatly pressed habiliments aroused our admiration and even our envy! Never lose that chief requisite of a finished gentleman, Eddie. EDWARD FRANCIS BOYCE “And we in dreams behold the Hebrides.”’ Ed’s fondest hope is to become the great baseball player his father was. He has another ‘“‘hope’’ also, which we shall not reveal. He has added his talents to the Debating and Dra- matic Clubs and played a fine role in the Christmas Play. Keep right on playing the role of life, with equal force, Eddie. [18] DOMINIC CARNIVALE “Is the goal so far away? Far, how far no tongue can say.” Dominic joined our ranks in Senior year and right off he made us more than realize that he was in our midst. Small but lively and likeable, too, he was ever alert to an occasion of fun. Shall we ever forget .the day he re- lieved Jean of his books! MARCEL EUGENE CARON “He only fears men who does not know them.” Marcel is of a retiring disposition, but we know that underneath his quiet exterior a more pleasant or like- able character coul d not be found. He not only does well in the class- room, but is furthermore one of the best sports of the class. We wish you every success in life, Marcel. JOSEPH ARTHUR CHABOT “The thirst that from the soul doth rise To quaff a drink divine!’’ Joe is the lad whose Oh’s! and Ah’s and boyish actions have re- minded us so much of the popular Edward E. Horton. But he has his serious side too. Joe was always a cheerful chap and his curly hair has been the talk of the school. Besides being a prominent member of the German and Dramatic Clubs he also acquitted himself well in the work of Assistant Manager of the BERNAR- DIAN. BLANCHE OBELINE BODO “Laughing eyes, a merry smile And-a merry, merry heart.”’ Blanche since her coming among us has just laughed herself into our hearts. We cannot but express regret at part- ing from her, and only hope that in the humdrum events of mature years we may at times bask beneath the gladsome luster of her laughing eyes. WINIFRED ELIZABETH BOUDREAU “Daintily little maiden, whither would you wander?”’ Winifred has kept the social sphere of our school at a high level; for gifted with a charming, dignified manner, she has lent her terpsichorean talent to the success of our school activities. With best wishes we take leave of ‘‘Winnie.”’ MARY CECILIA CATALDO “A merry heart ts a good medicine.” We're waiting to hear big things from “‘our Mary,’ in the future. She is planning to be a nurse and we just know she will be a success because she has proved to us that she is a capable worker in whatever sphere she enlists. Loads of luck, from your classmates, Mary. [19] MARY LOUISE CAVANAUGH “A mind at peace with all below A heart whose love is innocent.” Louise has already won fame, even before graduation, for there is not another Senior who can equal her in the art of knitting suits. But she knits as well in the scholastic line, and we don’t expect to wait long be- fore hearing of her great achievement following graduation. ANNA ELIZABETH CHISHOLM “A damsel of high lineage.” Anna has been a general favorite in all classes because of her _naturally amiable and congenial nature. Ever a splendid student she has, however, found time to join in the athletic and social activities, always with a vim and ardent spirit that made her out- standing. Here's luck to Anna. BEATRICE ELIZABETH CLUNAN ““A dark-eyed maid of gentle mien.” “Bea’’ appears to be quiet but ap- pearances are often deceitful, and so it is in this case. We nearly always see “Bea”? in company with Millie and Anna, in animated conversations about lessons we suppose. If we judge from class reports ‘‘Bea’’ never neglects study and we hope a due reward is in store for such fidelity to duty. JOHN WILLIAM CHISHOLM “The world knows little of tts great- est men.” John, another habitant from the neighboring city, Leominster, never flagged in his allegiance to the tradi- tions and ideals of the Class of ’38. The Commercial department will send out in him a sturdy representative next June, and without any hesitation we predict a taking by storm of some commercial center by our hero, John. HAROLD JOSEPH CURTIS “Not too sertous, not too gay, a good fellow in every way.” “Curt,” one of the most popular boys of our class, is the center of all social activities and considered one of our best dancers and roller skaters. We know he will succeed in anything he will undertake. LEON FRANCIS DAGGETT “One smile is worth forty frowns.’ Leon, too, comes from Leominster'’s sunny valleys, but is at home just as well in Fitchburg where he and ‘‘Fit- zie’ are always together. He is one of the most carefree boys in school, and what dull day would not be en- livened by his ready wit and humor? [20] GEORGES OCTAVE DESLOGES “To ease another's heartache ts to for- get one’s own.” We never went to George in our difficulties when he was not ready to help in his own generous way. We must make our bow of thanks and appreciation, while at the same time, it grieves us to bid adieu to this worth - while, likeable classmate of ours. RAYMOND FRANCIS DION “Happy, pleasant and contented.” Let us class Ray as one of our ‘‘out- of-town’’ pupils, for he also hails from Leominster. Ray may be con- stantly seen in the company of ‘‘Nick’’ and ‘‘Wally.’’ We haven't been able to peep into the secret precincts of his future plans, but we are sure that his happy and cheerful disposition will bring him through. May luck be yours, Ray. THOMAS FRANCIS DARCY “A prince... blue-eyed and fair in face.” “Darc’’ is always happy and never worries about anything. In the realm of knowledge they say he is quite a proficient lion, but we haven't space for that now, so we will take leave of the fair complexioned lad whose wit and lively imagination carried us far on many a blue Monday. JANE MARY COLLINS “Happy am I, from care I am free, Why aren't they all contented like me.” Jane is a very quiet and studious girl with great thoughtful eyes. Her plans for the future are not as yet complete. We wish her the best of luck and happiness in whatever path of life she follows. GERTRUDE EDNA COULOMBRE “None knew thee but to love thee, Nor named thee but to praise.” Gertrude has ever dwelt among us as one intent upon a quest. She re- veals it clearly in her splendid scholas- tic record. Do you ever remember her failure to respond when called upon in class? She furnished much enter- tainment for the French Club, and has a splendid accent in French. LEILA GERTRUDE DAUPHINAIS “Friendship ts a sheltering tree.”’ Leila leaves us bearing the reputa- tion of being one of the finest musi- cians at St. Bernard's. During the past four years, she has taken promi- nent part in many social activities, winning new friends by her kind, friendly manner. Her affability and courteousness has often stood her in good stead, and will continue to do so in the business world where she is soon to enter. [21] CATHERINE ANN DEBONIS “True to her word, her words, her friends.” This little saying rings very true of our “Kitty.” During our high school years she has gathered around her a host of friends in her sweet, quiet way. Very often we find her buried in a book of poetry; which is “Kitty’s’’ favorite pastime. We are proud to pass on as a member of our class this splendid example of woman- liness. ROSE MARY DIPIETRO ““A maiden never bold tn spirit But mixes wisdom with her pleasures.” Rose became one of us in _ her Junior year, coming from picturesque Lunenburg. She was a staunch sup- porter of the school activities espe- cially basketball which is he r favorite sport. She embodies all the requisite qualities for an excellent nurse and here’s wishing her every success in her chosen profession. MARJORIE ELIZABETH DONAHUE “Her smile was like a ray of sunshine.” “Tiny” is one of the few people who possess a charming personality and well-moulded character along with a fine intelligence. Although a strict adherent to the rules of fine scholar- ship she was never too occupied there- in for participation in our social gatherings. FRANCIS JOSEPH DOWER “He was honest, and of an open, free nature.” Francis carries with him a glowing assurance of mirth and is always beam- ing with some form of fun. As Treas- urer of our German Club, a member of our Baseball Team, and Debating Club he has certainly had an enviable record. We all hope that success will continue to follow him through life. RAYMOND JAMES FARQUHAR “Wisdom is better than rubies.” After knowing Ray for four years, we realize that he is very short in stature but tall in knowledge. His name is always found on the honor and high honor lists. Along with his other achievements he is President of the Spanish Club. His future is sure to be a huge success, and he knows that our wishes for his success, are ever present. JAMES JOSEPH FITZPATRICK “Hail to thee, blithe spirit.” “‘Fitzie’’ is modest and unassuming in school. He pushes his chariot from the top of Mechanic Street for a mile before he is able to get in and ride with pleasure. Reputedly his favorite pastime is trying to make his car run like a Rolls Royce. He was an out- standing member of the Basketball Team. Best of luck, ‘‘Fitzie.’’ [22] FRANCIS JOSEPH FLETCHER “Come and trip it as we go On the light fantastic toe.”’ ‘Frannie’ has always been ready to help in his own smiling way; and this is one reason for his long list of friends. He has ever been a great rooter for all forms of school activi- ties. His favorite pastimes, however, are swimming and skiing. The best of luck in the future, ‘‘Frannie.”’ RALPH EDWARD FOSTER “Good cheer is no hindrance to a good life.” “Red” comes to us every morning from Pine Street. He did not par- ticipate in any sports, but was an ardent fan at all games. He is one of our best dancers, often adding to the success of our gatherings. ‘‘Red”’ has not disclosed any plans for the future so we cannot give him any ad- vice, but our wishes, for success in his future career. HAROLD FRANCIS GABRIEL “One grass-blade in its sins Wisdom’s whole flood contains.” “Gabe’’ has been notedly quiet around school, and many of us were often misled by his serious expression. We soon found that he was quite the contrary, and he enjoyed himself at every opportunity. Whatever his fu- ture occupation may be, the Class of 38 wishes him the best of luck. MARGARET PATRICIA DONELAN “Music when soft voices die Vibrates in the memory.” Margaret is one of our best Senior students, and along with that one of our favorite classmates. She regularly made us keep in step as she adeptly lent her violin measures to the sweep of the orchestral march. Since Mar- garet’s work in the Commercial De- partment has been of the best, we whole-heartedly anticipate an out- standing career in business. RITA RUTH DUBE “We by our suff’rings learn to prize our Dbliss.”’ St. Bernard’s was most fortunate in securing Rita as a pupil. It took but a short time to learn that she was a student, dependable and trustworthy. She was always attentive to the class work and bore the fitting reward of the Honor Roll distinction. Here’s wishing her well for the future. ARLENE VIRGINIA DUMAS “Out of a million ships, we chose for her the ‘friend-ship.’ ”’ “Dumy’’ is one of our petite blondes from Leominster. Her enthu- siasm in bookkeeping just bubbles over, and she comes rushing in every morn- ing saying, ‘‘It came out.’’ The class hopes that the bookkeeping will al- ways come out for her in the future. [23] MARY MARGARET EGAN “To know her ts to love her, And to love her, has been our pleas- 2” ure. In her indescribable little way, Mary has won the love and affection of all. Her titian locks form a bright halo for her delicately shaped features. She never slipped up in lessons, and on this we base our glowing hopes of the future. ALICE PHILOMENA ENWRIGHT “Sing away sorrow, cast away care.” Alice is one of the sources of the applause in the cheering section at all athletic games. With her winning smile and charming manners, she will reach the summit of her business career in the not-far-distant future. JANE MARGARET ESKOLA “There is sweet music here that softer Falls Than petals from blown roses in the grass.” Dame Fortune played us an unfav- orable turn when she withheld from us acquaintance with Jane until our Sophomore year. It didn’t take us long to visualize a first-class student and classmate. Our parting with her is all too soon, but the friendship formed is a compensation. WILLIAM HENRY GREER “Like to the lark at break of day arising.” Bill Greer, one of the best liked boys in the class comes from famous “Tar Hill.’ Always happy, witty and smiling, he is ever surrounded by a group of friends. What an athlete he is, not to mention his achievements in hockey! He is the ‘“‘King of ‘Tar Hill,’’ and has the good wishes of all the Senior Class as he embarks for his future career. Hasta la vista, Bill, and not Adios. RALPH GROSSI “Mischief never thrives without wit.” Ralph, one of the brightest students in the class comes from the Mohawk region of Fitchburg. He is smart, gay and humorous and is always in the midst of an eager group. He loves sports having a perfect attendance rec- ord at the athletic contests. Lots of luck, Ralph, and may you prosper in your coming years. JOHN CHRISTOPHER HACKETT Jack’s genial smile and ready wit has been the delight of us all. He has been a potent factor on athletic teams, especially the baseball squad, and in the meantime has always managed to keep up in his studies. He is prom- inent in our social activities, and is one of Fred Allen’s most devoted admirers. Au revoir, John, lest you should for- get your French. [24] JAMES PATRICK HIGGINS “A city lad, but gently born and bred.” Jimmie, our sturdy little chum from the heart of the parish was so much in love with studies that he scarcely missed a day during the four years. Early in the morning before classes began his head would be buried in a book, but the last bell at 1:25 could not ring soon enough for his ardent spirit to bound free from stu- dent restraints. Best of luck, Jimmie, through the years. FRANCIS JOSEPH JOTKA “So silent but so eloquent in speak- ing the Creator's name.” Francis’ plan is to travel around the world, and we know that he will do it, for he recognizes the fact that ‘‘where there’s a will there’s a way.’ A de- voted and sincere student from the beginning Francis now leaves us an erudite and scholarly man of whom St. Bernard’s will boast in the coming years. HENRY JAMES KELLEHER “Music has charm to fill the savage heart.” For four years Harry has starred as trap drummer in the school orchestra. We feel sure that some day Harry will reach the top and replace Gene Kropa as Benny Goodman's drummer. His ready smile, and his straight-forward friendliness has been a leading factor in Our associations with him. We sin- cerely wish him a deluge of success in the future. EMMA EDNA FERRAZA “With thy clear, keen joyance languor cannot be.” Emma is small and a_ bewitching brunette. What she has lost in stature she makes up for in mirth. Never a merrier little lass went through our classic halls, and the beauty of it all is her delightful simplicity. May the future return your happy smiles, Emma. NORMA ELIZABETH FLAHERTY “Blue were her eyes as the fairy flax, her cheek’s like the dawn of day.” Norma is one of the pretty and popular girls of our class. She is prom- inent in social activities and has done very well in entertaining the student body during plays. Her plans for the future are unknown but we are sure she will succeed as she has in the past. BARBARA ROBERTA FLYNN “She holds her little thoughts tn sight, Though gay they run and leap.” Barbara, a little beacon light in our scholastic field, never failed also to beam upon us with delight in all school festivities. Her sincere, ardent nature just captivated us so that now at parting we find it hard to express the usual ‘‘fare thee well’’ as we go our different ways. [25] JUNE ELIZABETH FOSTER “Here lies the promise of future worth.” June is one of the most placid and composed members of the universe. We can never recall seeing her ruffled or ill-humored, and that is an enviable record. At some time or other we lose balance even when the session slip is justly due. Not so June. Would that the w orld con- tained more of her type. NOELLA MARY GOSSELIN “True worth ts in being, not seeming.” Noella swelled our ranks this year for the first time and made a_worth- while addition to the Senior enroll- ment. More than that her gracious bearing made a refreshing companion for lunch period, and we must say that we all returned to class feeling happier from our intercourse with her. CATHERINE ELEANOR GRAY “The duties of her state of life, she does fulfill with much delight.’ To someone who wondered at the influx of trade at the lunch hour we Seniors proudly affirmed that it was all due to the simple good nature and winning smile of our ‘“‘Kitty.’’ May your whole souled earnestness, ‘‘Kitty,’’ bring you out on top. HENRY ANTHONY KELLY “He that ts faithful in that which ts least is fatthful also in that which is greater.” Manager Henry has had opportuni- ties in abundance to prove his faith- fulness. And he has proven himself true gold—faithful in his managerial responsibilities, faithful in his re- porter’s job and, oh yes, faithful to style. Here is our tribute, Henry— “Semper fidelis.”’ RAYMOND JOSEPH LAVALLEY “On thetr own merits modest men are silent.”’ “Nick’’ as he is called, and nobody knows why, came to us just four years ago from West Fitchburg and has been an outstanding member since. He played quarterback for two years on the football team, and besides this he was Treasurer of the Latin Club. Best of luck in the future, ‘‘Nick.”’ ROBERT JOSEPH LEBLANC “TIT hold the fates bound fast in iron chains.’ We will all miss ‘‘Bob’’ immeasur- ably after graduation, and we know our Alma Mater will too, for he was an invaluable support in athletics, par- ticularly that waning sport, baseball. As pitcher and catcher he did marvel- ous work and we wonder how his successor will ever reach the heights he attained. Good luck, ‘‘Bob.”’ [26] RICHARD PAUL L’ECUYER “With faith unshadowed by the night, And courage to essay.” Dick is one of the most popular fellows of our class. Why? Because with his sunny disposition is coupled the fact that he is always ready for a good time. As to his future aspira- tions, his silence has kept us at bay but, nevertheless, we feel confident that he will measure up to our ex- pectations of him. HERBERT WILLIAM LONG “To do what ts impossible, for talent ts the mark of genius.” Although apparently quiet and re- served, Herbey is one of the most fun-loving Seniors. All through high school he displayed his admirable friendliness and geniality which we trust he will carry with him through the pathway of the years. CHARLES EDWARD MAXFIELD “The only way to have a friend ts to be one.” Here is a jovial, kind, and thorough gentleman whose outstanding scholas- tic attainments have brought him to the forefront. His unassuming dignity captivated us. His deep sincerity, we hope, will never allow his friendships made at St. Bernard’s to crumble in ruins. Luck, Max, and plenty of it. MARY ELIZABETH HANLEY “Laugh and the world laughs with you.” General belief is that the above is Mary’s motto. If such is the case she has gone a far way on the road to future contentment. We trust that you will always have occasion to laugh, Mary, but the great thing, of course, will be to smile if the world should frown. BARBARA MARY HEALEY “She may be quiet, she may be shy “But see the mischief in her eye.” All who know ‘‘Barb’”’ can easily say that this quotation fits her to a “T.’’ She's been in the midst of all the fun since she’s been with us; and without her happy chuckle, our good times would never have been so com- plete. The best of luck to you in the business world, ‘‘Barb.”’ MARY ELIZABETH HIGGINS “Beneath that shy extertor, there lies a heart of gold.” Mary is a quiet, dignified young lady, but these qualities are balanced by enough wit and good humor to make her a delightful schoolmate. We always noticed that a beaming smile was ever about to break forth on her lips even on the dullest days. She was a real American high school student intensely interested in all sports of the moment. Keep it up, Mary. [27] BARBARA ELIZABETH HUGHES “Honored be she, she beams on the sight, “Graceful and fair, like a being of delight.’ Barbara, one of our live wires, is a high honor student. Apart from her scholastic ability she possesses the rare quality of considering others before herself. Her school days consisted of study, sports, fun and reading, and we sincerely hope that in the future she will continue this “‘medias res.”’ DoROTHY MARY JOYCE “So sweet a face, such angel grace.” To the fact that Dot comes from the sunny southside we attribute her wreathed smiles and even temper. Ever alert to study and work she’ found time, nevertheless, to excel in dramatics and debating. In her higher studies, we hope Dot will not forget the dramatics. IRENE MARIE LAMOTHE “Truth shines the brighter, clad in verse.” Western Massachusetts contributed greatly to our illustrious class when Springfield sent us Irene to prepare and mold for her immediate entrance into the commercial world. We soon became fast friends of Irene, and now feel a close bond with the great wesi- ern city of our beloved state. Best wishes, Irene, for a splendid career, GEORGE FRANCIS MCSHEEHY “He was ever the best man in the field.” Mac’s tall, distinguished-looking form has been a welcome sight within our walls for four years. Pure grit won him fame on the gridiron, and his brilliant shooting helped to win the basketball championship at Taun- ton in ’37. We know in future years Mac will still rate ‘‘round the tops’’ in whatever he participates. Lots of luck, Mac. WALTER ALBERT MONAGAN “His smile speaks the virtues of friend- ship and sincerity.” “Red,” our candid camera-man, might well be called the most helpful member of the class. His ever present smile has made him a friend of every- one. As an ardent supporter of all school activities, he was constantly on the alert for something new and worth- while for his classmates. We trust a happy and successful future will smile upon him. ‘THOMAS JOHN MORAN “To will is to succeed.” During the first three years of his high school career, Tom was known as a high honor student. In his Senior year, however, he turned to dramatics and debating as an additional outlet for his talents, winning much praise for his excellent portrayal in ‘‘Nerves’’ and his commendable performance in the Diocesan Debate at Northampton. His keen sense of humor and willing- ness to help his friends have made him a great favorite. [28] MARTIN LEO MORLEY “The mildest manners, and the gentlest heatt.”’ Leo has been immensely popular with every member of our class. It is not his extraordinary achievements but his simple eagerness to be a good scholar and sportsman that has made him one of our best liked Seniors. He belongs to the Spanish Club. Best of luck, Leo. RICHARD DONALD MULLOY “°Tis easy to recognize a man with a will.” “Ricky's bashful smile and chummy ways has won us all over to him. He showed great ability in athletics this past season although basketball didn’t seem to attract ‘‘Ricky’’ any further than being an enthusiastic rooter. Keep your personality, ‘Ricky,’ and you'll draw everyone to you as you drew us. PAUL ARTHUR NADEAU “With eagle pinions soaring to the skies,” Paul is certainly the best natured boy of our class. He earnestly be- lieves in the motto ‘‘Never trouble trouble until it troubles you.’’ He is an active member of the French Club where his talent has lent much to the enjoyment of all. JEANNETTE ALMA LANDRY “Sweet intercourse of looks and smiles; for smiles from reason flow.’’ Here we have a Senior, intent on work and scholarly attainment. Yet we have never known Jeannette to be absent from any extra-curricula event. In fine she is an all-around girl, cour- teous, obliging and above all atten- tive to the least details of class work, whence she has enjoyed the enviable record of a high honor student. Con- gratulations and good luck, Jeannette. JEANNETTE NATHALIE LAPRADE “Silence is the sanctuary of prudence.” Our future memories of Jeannette will be replete with soft gentle man- ners, and obliging acts of kindness. Never waiting to be called on to as- sist, but ever alert to offer a service was her characteristic trait, and we trust that such genuine good fellow- ship will mark her in her work as bookkeeper after graduation. FRIDOLINE ROBERTA LEBLANC “A gitl light hearted and c ontent I journey through God’s world.” Book lore is Fridoline’s forte. If you don’t think so, just ask her about one of the novels on the supplemen- tary list. Why some pupils should neg- lect a book report is an unsolved mys- tery to Fridoline. In fact she would like a book report almost every day. Best wishes, Fridoline, that in the business world you may be able to keep it up. [29] PAULINE ANNE LEGER “Winsome and Bonny.” Although small, Pauline has man- aged to come all the way from Waites Corner rain or shine every day. She would often have taken us off our feet, if we were not seated, by her clear, resonant recitations. We could hardly believe it was our Pauline who was declaiming in so forceful a way. Her jubilant little spirit moved about us sO unassumingly that it is with regret that we say goodbye. YVONNE THERESA MARCOTTE “To know her ts to be her friend.’ Yvonne is another dainty little miss who has added much to the credit of the Class of ‘38. Her simple and good cheer gave always an unlimited supply of class spirit. St. Bernard High School will undoubtedly sustain a great loss when Yvonne departs in June. RITA ROSE MCGOWAN “To women silence gives their proper grace.” If old Sophocles could have beheld Rita he would have been proud of the above quotation accredited to him. In her, he would have seen a _ perfect _ model of what his words convey. Be- sides Rita’s popularity was a due re- ward for such poise and restraint, and the coming years ought to herald great things for her in the field of nursing. TIMOTHY JOSEPH O’DEA “Smile and the world smiles with you.” No gloom, no blues linger where Timmy is present. His wit and ever present happy grin is contagious. When Tim sets out to carve his initials on the pillars of success we are all sure his genial, sunny disposition will prove to be his most effective tool. More power to you, Timmy. RAYMOND NELSON PAIGE “Friendship is only to be purchased by friendship.” From Whalom with its silvery lake and stately firs a jolly school fellow has come for four long years. His sincerity and capacity for fun are only a few of his many sterling qualities. His future plans are still in the mak- ing, but we may be sure that there's a bright and successful future ahead. JOSEPH BERNARD PLISKA “Ay, the ball is flying, the lads play heart and soul.” Many a time our lusty cheers near- ly tore away the rafters but we could not help it, for Joe’s big powerful frame has just landed a basket. His height and strength were surely in- valuable assets in the athletic depart- ment, and we trust that they will be as truly invaluable in his future life work. [30] JOSEPH JOHN PUCKO “His words, like so many nimble airy seruitors trip about him at command.”’ Joe, who comes from Water Street is one of the best students of St. Bernard’s, having attained high honor throughout his four years here. He started debating in Freshman year, and is now at his peak. His future as- pirations are in the field of medicine where we know his benign influence will soothe and ease many a pain and affliction. JOHN KENNETH REGAN “Thou art like silence all unvexed.”’ Perhaps in the case of John more than many others the tendrils of our affection cling with deeper feeling. Why? No doubt, because of his quiet, retiring and reserved demeanor. And in the years to come we will look back with pleasure on memories of the like- able chap who swelled the ranks of our Debating and German Clubs. ROBERT VINCENT RIVERS “The best-conditioned and unwearied spirit of doting courtesies.” Shakespeare’s quotation fitly applies and is most appropriate for Robert; for, long after we have forgotten many events of high school days we will envisage him as the courtly and oblig- ing comrade who never was too busy to do a service; and who never failed to see the latent humor even in the funeral of Roger Cly. Keep it up, Bob, the world needs such. RITA ELIZABETH MCGREGOR “T see a lily on thy brow.” Rita is the pride of our accountancy class. She is a high honor student but, nevertheless, enjoys her share of the fun. She has won many friends by her sense of humor and cheerful smile. For sports she likes football and basketball. We all hope to see you as a private secretary to the presi- dent of a large corporation. Good luck, Rita. DoroTHy MARY MCGUIRK Good humor ts the light of friend- ship.” Dot is known for her humorous sallies indulged in at the right time. Her ability on the basketball floor is only rivaled by her talent for interior decorating. In every spare moment, we find her decorating something or other. Keep decorating the days and weeks, Dot, reality will outstrip your wildest hopes. ELEANOR MARY McCGuRN “She's little but she’s wise She’s a terror for her size.” “Elly’’ is ever the laughing, smiling little girl, Without her, our lunch and recess periods would have been quiet, indeed. Wherever she appears there is created a bright, sunny at- mosphere which accounts for her pop- ularity. What a treasure she has to aid her in her coming work of nursing. [31] CONSTANCE ANNE MCKEARIN “The most modified sign of wisdom ts cheerfulness.’ ‘Connie’ is one of the most cheer- ful members of our class. She came to us in her Sophomore year and we have since been happier on that ac- count. But in spite of her beaming countenance, she took her work seri- ously and her voice was often heard in classroom recitations. Loads of luck and success, ‘‘Connie.”’ KATHRYN ELIZABETH MERRICK “There are smiles that make us happy.” “Betty’”’ is another one of the girls from Leominster. She is retiring and reserved, but she is a wholesome stu- dent and a genial companion. She excels in all her lessons, attaining al- ways either honor or high honor rank. She intends to be a teacher; so with your dimples, “‘Betty,’’ you're sure to make good. Good luck, from your classmates of °38. PEARL MARIE MOHAN “A keen spirit seizes the prompt occa- sion,” Pearl has ever been alert to find the treasure of true scholarship. Day in, day out she has worked with assidu- ous care, and her unflagging spirits have been richly compensated, for after four years of ceaseless toil, she is going forth, our pride and joy and the treasure of some busy office. JAMES FRANCIS SHEA “In His will is our peace.” James, our Apollo, has trodden the briary path of knowledge with such unmolested calm and composure that we often wondered what was the magi- cal secret beneath it all. Neither studies nor pleasure ever came in con- flict with his genial cordial smile— that smile that we hope will keep beaming for James down the highway of years. ANTONIO JOSEPH SPAGNUOLO “The forward youth that would ap- pear, Must now forsake his Muses dear, ’Tis time to leave the books in dust.” “Spag’’ leaves us with the en- comium of being one of the most pop- ular boys of the class. He played on the basketball team and was one of the hardest running guards in foot- ball. In track he remains undefeated. May the coming years find you always so, ‘‘Spag’’—undefeated. WALTER GEORGE ST. CYR “Wit has tts place in debate and in controversy it is a legitimate weapon.” “Wally’’ is one that finds more time for fun than study. He did not go in for socials, but was always pres- ent at the athletic games. He spends most of his time with Nick and Ray. He plans to enter the General Electric Apprentice School after graduation. Lots of luck, ‘‘Wally.”’ [32] 'GERARD JOSEPH ST. HILAIRE “IT know, Sir King, all that belongs to knighthood.” Gerard has traversed the vast fields of high school studies successfully and well. His courtly and gentlemaniy exterior was not a superficial holiday attire, but a thoroughly innate culture with which he will add glory to his Alma Mater far and wide. CHARLES HENRY SWIFT “Dignified and tall was he, as much a man as one could be.” “Charlie,” our tall and dignified classmate, has become an outstanding student. Although not a member of the teams he was present at all the athletic activities showing great ma- terial as a spectator. He has always done well in his studies, and here we must stop for he has reserved for him- self the secret of his future projects. JOHN ANTHONY VALERA “Thine are these orbs of light and shade.”’ Virile, lusty, and a force unmatched —such did John ever stride among us—but when it came to the gridiron or basketball court—-what a man! We won't ever forget the dark somber shades of his eyes, or the stalwart frame or generous wholehearted co- operation of our friendly John of high school days. MARY ELIZABETH MOLAGHAN “She was more fair than words can SOU Mary’s wit and good humor made her one of our best liked classmates. As cheer leader she gave us impetus that carried right through to victory, and we know that in journalism she will keep on cheering for the right cause. LORRAINE CONSTANCE MOoQuIN “Frie ndship ts a word, the very sight of which in print makes the heart +9 warm. Lorraine became a member of the Class of ’38 during the Sophomore year. Although quiet in school you could not find a more sociable class- mate. She has made many friends and her spirit of fun has endeared her to all. EVELYN FRANCES MURRAY “She danced right into my heart, And locked the door behind het.” From out the ‘West’ in her Sopho- more year came Evelyn, one big bundle of gay, light-hearted mirth. She has continued to rouse our spirits with her joviality ever since, and we won- der will there ever be a day when Evelyn's light-hearted gaiety will desert her. We hope not. [33] DOROTHY FRANCES PIERCE “I met a lady tn the meads, Full beautiful—a faery’s child.” Dot, our little representative from Tar Hill, will long be remembered for her sense of humor, and soprano laughter. Her talents were most ap- preciated in Mr. Sullivan’s History Class. Dot intends to keep up an old tradition by becoming a telephone operator, and we sincerely wish suc- cess and happiness to be her reward in the years to come. MARGARET MARY PYNE ““Her modest looks the cottage adorn, Sweet as the primrose beneath the thorn.” Peg is as a modest violet in our midst. Her dignity and _ seriousness are counter-balanced by just enough mirth and good humor. She prefers history to all her other studies though she never robs Peter to pay Paul. Keep up the interest in history, Peg. There’s much of it in the making at present. MARJORIE ANNE RENAUD “What ts not right, ts'not for me.’ ’ Margie is noted for her modest blush and her unusual good nature. She is also reputed as having the most musical fingers in the school, judged by their activity at the keyboard. A l- though her love for fun is strong it never interfered with her studies, as her scholastic record will prove. Best of luck for the future, Margie. BARBARA JANE WENZEL “Of surpassing beauty, and in the bloom of youth.” Barbara, our classmate with the golden brown hair, has traveled with us from the beginning of high school. From the start she won our esteem and admiration for her amiable qualities and sterling character. Still hold to principle as in the past, Barbara, for this earth needs it so much at present. ‘THOMAS FRANCIS WALSH “A soul that never swerved from simple truth.” Here we have a typical high school senior—a student intent on two things only: study and fun. A happy com- bination in truth, and what is best of all Thomas never reached the tragic state of swerving too far toward the fun. Keep it up, Tom, for due re- ward will come. PHILIP JOSEPH VOWLES “Comrades, leave me here a little.’’ As the parting roads loomed ahead, Philip must have become somewhat wistful and thoughtful if the above request is true. It seems impossible for such irrepressible, lively youth to know such moments—but then, the most jovial nature has depth too far for us to fathom. Good luck, Philip. [34] RITA FLORENCE Roy “Her friends are many Her foes aren't any.” For the past four years Rita has been with us, and she has managed to be in the center of all the fun. With her ready smile and willingness to get places, she has gathered around her a large crowd of enthusiastic friends. She is planning to enter the profession of nursing, so best of luck, Rita. ‘THERESA ALMA RUFIANGE “Infinite riches in a little room.” Theresa is another of our Seniors who entered St. Bernard's this year. She is small, a quality which enables her to get around so nimbly. You will often find Theresa knitting in her spare time, but more often skating or swimming. We all unite in wish- ing our little classmate of a year every best gift. EILEEN MARGARET SCANLON ’ “Kindness has resistless charms.’ Eileen has tripped down every day from the lofty heights of ‘‘South Side’ regions duly impressed with the thought that daily attendance at classes bring its own rewards. She has tasted the sweets of these rewards, and as the coming months roll on we hope to find her name emblazoned on other honor rolls. JANE ELIZABETH SHEEHAN “The stars shine tn the glance of her eyes.” If you are suddenly attracted by a roguish smile, a muffled giggle, or the impersonation of a drawl from the sunny southland, you can almost be certain Jane is nearby. Jane is about to enter the field of nursing, and we know that she will soothe many an aching spirit. PAULINE MARGARET SHERMAN “A gentle twinkle of the eye A smile as she passes by.” Always cheerful and smiling is our fair-haired friend ‘‘Polly,’’ and always up-to-date in songs and humor. She is one of our outstanding dancers and particularly noted for her ability in sports. She is a member of our De- bating Club, and is interested -in secre- tarial work. MARY ELIZABETH STANLEY “The Rnowledge of words ts the gate of scholarship.”’ Among the Senior students, Mary has been outstanding in scholarship, particularly in debating. Her clear young voice haunted us for days after we heard her performance in the Dio- cesan Contest, while her appealing girlishness made her appear an accom- plished orator. Here's hoping St. Bernard’s will have many like Mary in the years to come. [35] MARY CATHERINE SWEENEY “The sun is not fairer, the wind ts not blither than she.” Mary, our little titian-haired live- wire has been most exuberant in the history class for she just revels in his- tory. Skilled in the portrayal of difficult roles in dramatics, she has sev- eral times this past year held us in rapt attention. We must not forget to com- mend her high scholastic standing, and wish her boundless joy in the future. MARILYN THERESA SWIFT “A daughter of the gods, divinely tall and most divinely fair.” In the years to come we will delight in the memories of “‘Marney’’ as our efficient classmate, who was wont to be busy, sometimes on her own inter- est, very. often in behalf of others. She is a great basketball devotee, al- ways present at the games. We hope she will keep up the enthusiasm after leaving school. DoROTHY ALICE TAYLOR “She looked so lovely, as she swayed The rein with dainty finger tips.” With her cheery smile and a friendly word for one and all, Dot has become a general favorite among her class- mates. She was prominent at all so- cial functions and was a loyal rooter at all the games. Studying was ever a pleasure for Dot, and hence we look for adequate results soon. Mary ELIZABETH TIERNAN “And built herself an everlasting name.” May is what we call a real student and a wholesome, capable girl. She has learned the priceless art of being serious at the right time; and _ still never lost an opportunity of joining in the fun. She is the athletic type of girl who is certain to arrive at her goal in due time, RITA MARIE TOOLIN “Rather quiet, rather shy, but a twinkle in her eye.” Rita, a happy combination of com- mon sense and artistic tendencies, loves the work of the commercial depart- ment so much that she is willing to relinquish a career in art in order to pursue her favorite study. May you be as successful as you are enthusiastic, Rita, all through the years. ELIZABETH JANE WELCH “Her open eyes desire the truth.” Elizabeth, a native of Leominster, has all the good qualities that one would wish for in a perfect school- mate, except that she monopolizes all the desks in the bookkeeping class. For that, we forgive her most heartily, and wish for God's blessing in her life work. [36] CLASS HISTORY Four happy years we have labored A bright cheerful group of young souls, Constructing a beautiful history Which time in its passage unfolds; What memories we've culled for the future, When drawing near heavenly goals! —PAUL NADEAU AWAD AIA AAAS AAAS Class History N SEPTEMBER 1934, members of the most distinctive class ever to be formed, came from far and near to enter the portals of St. Bernard High School. Representatives from the grammar schools of several cities and towns flocked to St. Bernard’s to spend the four happiest years of their lives. The first day we were divided among four separate home-rooms where we received a hearty welcome from the Sisters in charge. Incidentally, we brought with us from grammar school, our own Principal, Reverend Father Carroll, to whom much of the future success of our class can be attributed. The rise of the class was as rapid as was the change from knickers to long trousers among the boys. The first few weeks as we hurried and scurried through the corridors, we made our presence quite evident to the upper classes. After the first month, when acquaintances had been made and friendships molded, we began to function as a unit, and to give every promise that the Class of ’38 was destined to be the most outstanding class ever to graduate from St. Bernard High. During the first year, the biggest contribution to the honor and glory of St. Bernard’s was awarded to the varsity by the Freshman Class, in the form of two all-star athletes; Gene Valera and George McSheehy. Joe Pucko’s oratorical ability was contributed to the debating team, while many aspiring Freshmen athletes took places on the second teams, to wait for later years to star on the various varsity squads. Before we realized it or could even feel the pangs of regret, June overtook us in our stride and took away from us our title of Freshmen. When September 1935 rolled round, the class returned with no casualties, as “Sophisticated Sophomores.’ ‘This year our ranks were strengthened by a new member, Francis Babineau, who was, later on in his Senior Year, to display his excellent talents in debating. With promotion to the Sopho- more Class, we were elevated to the second floor, Room 34. The first two months dragged slowly, and then we received all the thrills we wanted when reports were given. At this time a very unfortunate accident happened which forced a popular member of our class, Betty Soper, to leave school. This same year, we welcomed as assistant coach, Mr. Sullivan to the teaching staff. Reverend Father Donahue, then athletic moderator, sailed for the eternal Rome for his doctorate. He was succeeded by our present athletic director and zealous priest, Reverend Father Connors. When the football season opened, athletic relations sprang up for the first time between F. H. S. and St. Bernard’s. The results of the first meet- [38] ing of these two teams on the gridiron was a surprise to many outside the student body. F. H. S. emerged the victors by a margin of only six points. There were seven members of our class on the team, and this no doubt, attributed to the great showing that the team made that day. When the basketball season came, we again lost to F. H. S. by a very small margin, but the team showed great promise. After the annual Christmas play, and after New Year’s resolutions had been made, the remainder of the year sped by like lightning. June ap- proached again with its aftermath, vacation. When September 1936 finally came, it seemed as though the longer we remained at St. Bernard’s, the more famous the class would become, so a few of our members took this to heart, and decided to work all the harder, and add to the glory of the Class of ’38. As Juniors, we elected our class officers who carried on faithfully all the duties of their office. Henry Kelly was appointed Assistant Manager of the athletic teams, shortly after the class election. When the football season opened, the team strutted on the field with flashy new uniforms, and they made a good showing all season. But the turning point of the year was the opening of the basketball season. The team won all of its major games, and at the end of the season, was chosen to compete in the New England Catholic Tournament. They came home with flying colors by taking the first place and receiving the Monsignor Coyle trophy. This year our ranks were further strengthened by the addition of Rita Baker, all the way from the Bronx, N. Y. In the Senior Year she displayed more very capable debating and dramatic qualities. In May, the school held a field day, at the St. Bernard’s athletic field. The four classes competed in various contests and without exaggeration, our class had more points to its credit than any of the other three classes. The event was a success, and an annual event, we hope, in the future. As June approached, plans were made for the Junior Reception and Prom. It was a gala occasion, the auditorium being beautifully decorated, only to be outstripped by the gymnasium. The social was truly a success, and closed for us a year, remarkable for achievement. In September 1937, we returned to our classes as dignified Seniors. This last year was to mark the climax of our high school life. We had a good football season and ended by a victory over St. James of Haverhill, and Gardner High School by two touchdowns. This year Henry Kelly was manager and his effort and presence at all games was an inspiration to all the players. [39] In January, Jane Anderson, that very well-known newspaper war cor- respondent, came to us with details direct from the Spanish War front. She was enthusiastically received by the entire student body, and painted a most terrifying picture of the actual happenings in troubled Spain. During the term, George McSheehy, all-around star of the preceding season, did excellent work coaching Squad B, which as a result, had a very good season. Since the basketball season, the time for graduation has come upon us in leaps and bounds. As Seniors, we begin to realize, as we look back on the many pleasant hours spent in this great school, that the happiest days of our life are over. In anticipation of our departure so soon at hand, we pause here in our class history to pay tribute to the one person that has made our high school life possible. We refer to our Beloved Pastor, Right Reverend Monsignor James J. Donnelly, who erected this school for our benefit, and has taken upon himself the burden of procuring for us, instructions and training, not only in wordly sciences, but above all, in the science of the knowledge and love of God. This is an opportune moment to extend our gratitude also, to the Sisters, who have untiringly, and without compensation, led us along the trying paths of learning. We pledge our loyalty and support to our devoted principal, Reverend Father Carroll, not only now, but always in whatever sphere of life we may be. FAREWELL Out upon the Sea of Life we sail, she classeot 1.95.5; To reach the ports of great Success, Where welcome hands reach out to those who Will not fail. Our ship, swift moving, hastens from the shore, Away from Alma Mater’s haven fair, While we in sorrow cast one look of sadness, And a prayer. A Prayer! that we in each succeeding storm and strife, Shall firmly keep the lesson of the Cross Before us now, and at the end of life; A true success, surpassing every wordly loss. —JOHN HACKETT [40] American Democracy URING the course of the year just past we, Americans by birth, cele- D brated fittingly the anniversary of the adoption of our treasured Constitution. Just one hundred and fifty years before, our ancestors after braving the hardships and casualties of a just war drew up a document the wisdom and saneness of which will live through the ages. The great American Constitution is a sacred heritage direct from the days of chivalry, as a reading of the Magna Charta, simple but majestic, reveals at once. We find in both a recognition of the fair rights of the common people to liberty, justice, and self-government. The tenets of the Magna Charta were defended by brave knights, while it is our proud boast to proclaim that the spirit of the Constitution of the United States is and will be safeguarded by their twentieth century counterparts, the Catholic school graduates of America. “And for the support of this declaration with a firm reliance on the protection of Divine Providence, we mutually pledge to each other our lives, our fortunes, and our sacred honor.’ ‘The sturdy souls who penned these words conceived in the immortal Declaration of Independence a great nation founded on liberty and capable of upholding through the centuries the mighty system soon to be established under the glorious appellation of The Constitution. Nay more, these pioneers were religious, law-abiding, peaceable and industrious men who laid deep the foundations of our nation. To follow in their footsteps, and to live up to the noble ideals which moti- vated their conduct is the privilege, and above all, the duty of every Catholic graduate. Under our Constitution government by the people through their repre- sentatives first grew on this western hemisphere. And since every privilege involves responsibility let us pause here to consider what are the obligations contracted by citizenship in our country. We may sum up all in a few phrases: to obey the nation’s laws, to respect its institutions, and over all live aright for America. Enabling men to do this are the basic ten commandments of God, which contain the two important precepts that rule the life of man, namely:—‘‘Thou shalt love the Lord, Thy God, with thy whole heart .. . and thy neighbor as thyself, for the love of God.” At this period in the history of our nation when men are drifting away trom the guiding Hand of Providence, and when even those from foreign soil are daring to instill the poison of communism, and fascism in the hearts of our people, especially the young, it is imperative on us, Catholic graduates, [41] to lead the way by living up to the code of honor imbued with the teach- ings of Christ, and by remaining loyal to the principles of Washington and Jefferson, so that we may stand firm in denouncing and overcoming any effort made to tamper with the sacred heritage of our American liberty. — THOMAS MORAN I count upon you to wage a battle against the enemy, to keep America for Americans. Take as your banner the defense of God and Country. i look upon you as soldiers in the army of God. Wileave Are sque [42] ACTIVITIES We wouldn't give our high school days For any offering of gold. We'd tread again those happy ways; We wouldn’t give our high school days For worldly gain that oft’ betrays, Those cherished hours cannot be sold. We wouldn't give our high school days For any offering of gold. —THOMAS MORAN Activities During the year many enjoyable programs were presented in our high school auditorium. The list below is our choice as the most outstanding. NERVES Presented in observance of November eleventh CAST Raymond: Lavalley 24.45. 2teens ae ee Captain Hill Walterest: Cyt]... 2. o Bee ee Bob Thatch Richard™L Eevlvyer. 0 von) .. Prank? Sn Dameser itz patrick... are. ioe eee Arthur Green Ralph Foster’ . ...22.0 a ee Orderly Robert Foley: . .... 2,252 oe Langston Leon Daggett: 2 ..2°5 2s Aer eee Roak Raymond Farquhar.) ee ae Overman Thomas’ Moran 3 ee Jack Coates SCENE: Mess hall of the Tiger Squadron Barracks. A THANKSGIVING MYSTERY The play, supposed to be near tragedy, turned out a true comedy. CAST Mr. Howland—Charles Maxfield Mistress Ricket—Mary Sweeney Mrs. Howland—Marilyn Swift Judith Prence—Mary Stanley Hope Howland—Rita Baker Governor Prence—Philip Vowles CHRISTMAS PROGRAM WHERE sLIBS Sip HEe Griligia:, CAST Mr. Blair—Charles Maxfield Ruth Blair—Barbara Flynn Mrs. Blair—Rita Baker Great-Aunt Amanda—Mary Sweeney Jack Blair—Philip Vowles ‘The Blessed Virginiee ee Marjorie Donahue St.: Josephs 95a ere ee Michael Addoriscio The Wise Men Edward Boyce, Francis Babineau, Francis Dower Crusader’ 42.3.0. Sones oe ae eee Joseph Pliska Bishop� : © 25. 805 en, a ieee eee Richard Mulloy Nurse: 00.2 cecal ean ne ee Mary Tiernan Angel x.° 26 29 eee ee Norma Flaherty SCENE: The Blair living-room. TIME: The present—about seven o'clock Christmas Eve. SOLEMN PRIDE Given on the occasion of a presentation of a national and state flag to the school by the members of Ladies’ Auxiliary, V. F. W. CAST Miss Abbot—Mary Sweeney Mrs. Gregory—Barbara Flynn Mrs. Bixby—DMarilyn Swift Mrs. Griswold—Louise Cavanaugh Mrs. Brewster—Brenda Belliveau Molly Harmon—Norma Flaherty Miss Carroll—Dorothy Joyce Mrs. Isaacs—Marjorie Renaud [44] ST. BERNARD HIGH SCHOOL ORCHESTRA President Vice-President Secretary Treasurer DEBATING CLUB [45] JOSEPH PUCKO BARBARA HUGHES THOMAS MORAN EDWARD BOYCE +] ; ER reele mermaids Antennal ey of DIOCESAN AFFIRMATIVE DEBATING TEAM. DIOCESAN NEGATIVE DEBATING TEAM [46] Der Prdsident FRANZ BABINEAU Der Viceprdsident JOSEPH CHABOT Der Sekretar RALPH DEBARGE Der Schatzmetster FRANZ DOWER oh DER DEUTSCHE VEREIN El! Presidente RALPH FARQUHAR La Vice-presidente RUTH PIERCE La Secretaria GLORIA FARQUHAR EI Teserero GUALTERIO ST. CYR EL C{iRCULO ESPANOL [47] Le Président THOMAS MORAN La Vice-prés:dente HELENE SCANLON La Secrétatre LOUISE CAVANAUGH Le Trésorter PAUL NADEAU Il Presidente FRANCESCO DI BENEDETTO La Vice-presidente RosA DI PIETRO La Segretaria BEATRICE PORELLO Il Teseriere DOMINICO GUAZZO IL CIRCOLO ITALIANO [48] Praefectus Subpraefecta CONCILIUM LATINUM JOSEPH PUCKO BARBARA FLYNN BARBARA HUGHES Praefectus Aerari RAYMOND LAVALLEY GRADUATION We have always been united, Now some must drift apart, But still we'll be together In feeling and in heart. We may be separated By miles of sea or land, But we'll never be divided We'll remain a loyal band. On this day, O Classmates loving, We dwell on days of yore, And now that we are parting We regret these hours are o’er. They were always linked with pleasure We see it when they’re gone, And just a little sorrow Tells how we'd wish them long. —FRANCIS DOWER [49] ATHLETICS There is ever so much fun in winning, “There is so much more joy in success, That few of us ever learn taking, ‘The bad games along with the best. ‘Though we may not have won every contest, A thing which few teams ever do, We all know that our boys played their hardest To uphold the Gold and the Blue. —RAYMOND FARQUHAR AWAAIA AACA AAAI AIA Athletic Moderator—-REVEREND FRANCIS T. CONNORS Coach—JOSEPH T. TARPEY Assistant Coach—-EDWARD D. SULLIVAN Manager—HENRY KELLY History of Football Season September 25—-Today we opened our 1937 football schedule, and the boys showed the fans some spectacular football. They opened up with a dazzling air attack before the rays of the hot September sun had left the athletic field in shadows. Our Blue and Gold warriors had run and passed the ball over the Gate of Heaven (team) and emerged a 20-0 victor. October 2—-We went up to Crocker Field today to meet our Red and Gray uptown rivals. Fitchburg led 6-0 at the half but in the second half they set Joe Torecelletti free three more times and the final score was 24-0. It was a heart-breaking defeat for our boys as they had fought their oppo- nents despite the fact that they were outscored. October 12—-Columbus Day finds us journeying to Leominster to keep our date with Charlie Broderick’s high riding Blue and White eleven. The Rehor-Race passing combination was too much for our boys to handle in the first half and they ran up an 18-0 score at half-time. The second half was a different story as the boys benefitting from their fifteen minutes rest, and their coaches’ instructions went out and played the Comb City eleven to a standstill as the best they could do was score on a flukey interception making it a 25-0 victory for the Broderick team. [52] October 23—-At home once more we played host to the Angel Guardian gridders from South Boston. The visitors could not fathom the offense employed by our Blue and Gold eleven and as a result fell victims to a 26-0 defeat. Every boy on the squad shared in the victory and did a fine job. October 30—Journeyed to Milford to meet Nick Morris’ undefeated St. Mary’s High team. The home team showed a lot of speed and as a result managed to shake Joe Hickey, their triple threat, loose on two occasions, and he produced the winning margin of 13 points, that afternoon on the wind- swept Milford ball park. November 6—Back again on home soil, we met the powerful St. Peter’s High of Worcester. The Purple from Worcester were a little too powerful and in the person of Jimmy Scavone they had a fine plunging back which was directly responsible for their 14-0 victory. A 30-yard pass from DiGio- vanni was nullified on the grounds that the pass was a “‘screen pass’ and thus illegal. The play was a sure point producer and the ruling took the heart out of the team. November 1 3—The team has long been looking forward to this Spring- field trip but Mother Nature threw a wet blanket on our hopes. The threatening storm broke as we left school and increased its fury as the day wore on. In fact, when we reached Springfield the field on which we were to play was under a three-inch covering of water. The game was cancelled by agreement of authorities of both schools, and we wended our way home after spending an hour and a half at the team’s favorite pastime ‘‘eating,”’ and boy what a dinner! November 20——Our last home game this season, and the last time that an even dozen members of our Senior Class will go out on the field as members of a St. Bernard’s team. ‘This Saturday is one of the worst days this fall, and reminds us of the approach of Winter. The damp cold wind eats through the warmest of clothing and the miniature blizzard makes playing conditions terrible. But Father Connors has engaged the St. James Drum Corps to appear and despite the muddy condition of the field they gave a grand exhibition of marching and playing. Now to get to the im- portant part. Our team with four losses and two wins behind them face a crack St. James eleven of Haverhill which boasts a record of only one loss in two seasons and that smirch on their slate was only a 6-0 defeat by Salem, the outstanding team in the state. Our team took the field minus their silk pants and jerseys and played in their practice suits which were better fitted for the weather. “The Haverhill team with a twenty-pound per man weight advantage in the backfield played conservative football and kept their heralded aerial attack under cover, relying on their weight to crash the Bernardian frontier. “They were pushed back continually and never even threatened. Along in the second quarter the Blue and Gold decided to take the issue into their own hands and went out and passed, [53] and rushed themselves to a touchdown, and Foley to Pliska pass, and a Foley plunge netting the touchdown just before the first half ended. Playing their opponents to a standstill in the second half and guarding their precious 6-0 lead the Bernardians began a drive late in the final quarter and with Di Giovanni, Foley and Darcy executing a well-assorted series of off tackle plays, reverses and plunges, they carried the ball to the four-yard stripe from where Darcy crashed across the last white line and the game ended in a surprising 12-0 victory for the Newfoundlands as the Haverhill reporters termed our boys. November 25—Here is our Big Day and our Big Chance to climb to the top in the high school spotlight. “That 12-0 win last Saturday instilled a lot of confidence into the team and we boarded the bus this morning for Gardner with a different outlook on football. Remembering that it was while wearing their old suits that they won over St. James the boys to the Jast man asked to wear the old togs still muddy from last week’s mud festival. ‘Anything to put them in the right frame of mind,’’ thought the coaches, as they consented to the squad’s request. It was somewhat of a shock to the spectators to see the usually flashily attired Bernardian team come on the field dressed in muddy jerseys and pants, while at the other end of the field Gardner loosened up in bright purple and orange silks. The field was frozen solid and our backfield found their cleats of little use. The Gardner team was equipped with sneakers which helped them no end. The first period saw the teams engage in a kicking duel with our little Joe Addoriscio having much the better of the argument. The second period found the teams battling on even terms and the half ended 0-0, a big surprise to the experts who predicted a slaughter for Gardner. The third period saw us lose two golden opportunities to score. But in the last period our passing and running attack began to click and Gardner was steadily driven back. A 50-yard run-back of a punt by Addoriscio aided in the first St. Bernard’s scoring drive, and after John Foley had lugged the leather for gain after gain, Quarterback Lavalley called on John Darcy, little used here- tofore, and Darcy showed his appreciation by slipping over for the first six points. The second score happened suddenly as John Foley intercepted a Gardner pass at midfield and was immediately hauled down. On the first play from scrimmage Joe Addoriscio, who proved to be a thorn in the Wildcat’s side all morning, made for the right side of his own line. Cutting back, he side- stepped potential Gardner tacklers, and sped into the clear for a dazzling 50-yard run. It little mattered that the generally sure-footed Min. Guazzo missed his try for goal as we won a sweet 13-0 victory over our coach's brother, Phil. It was also the first time a St. Bernard’s team had defeated a Wildcat eleven. Great work, gang. What a celebration, and did the turkey taste good! [54] FOOTBALL SQUAD NAME CLASS POSITION Capt. Joseph Pliska 33e1 Teaser ey Joseph Addoriscio ake HEB: John Valera 38 Pe olbe B, Anthony Spagnuolo Cais G. Girard St. Hilaire 38 cL Robert Leblanc 38 ORD: Richard Mulloy 38 DEON Gs Robert Foley 38 E. Raymond Lavalley 38 Onze John Hackett 38 OPS, Leon Daggett 38 as Edward Boyce 38 Orb. Capt.-Elect Dominic Guazzo 39 Ake John Foley 39 Q.B William Sweeney 39 binky, Alfred Monahan 39 aife Edmund O’Connor 39 E. Francis Vaillancourt 39 tome Edward Ledger 729 Ce Robert Crowley 30 E. Michael Lunnetta 39 G. James St. Hilaire 39 Le John Darcy “29 H.B John Quirk 40 le Wd at Louis Legere 40 1 Stanley Goode 40 E. Richard Thomas 40 Cy, Andrew Donlan 40 G. Justino Tocci 40 ila Emelio DiGiovanni 41 lg dee Vincent Pandiscio 41 BaB. [55] 1937 FOOTBALL SGHEDULE AND RECORE Nov. 13. Game at Springfield with Cathedral canceled on account of rain. Sept. 25 St. Bernard’s 28 Gate of Heaven 0 Oct Ze St Bernard send Fitchburg 24 Oct: 12° St. Bernard si+0 Leominster 25 Oct. 2309 oC. betnardse 6 Angel Guardian 0 Oct, 30 “St. Bernard’s -0 St. Mary’s 13 Nov. 6 St. Bernard’s 0 St. Peter’s 14 Nov. 20 St. Bernard’s 12 St. James 0 Noy. 2) ots betnard cut Gardner 0 St. Bernard's: 779 Opponents 76 [56] SEASON’S RECORD St. Bernard’s 34 Alumni 32 St. Bernard's a5 Gardner 14 St. Bernard’s 19 St. Peter’s Le St. Bernard’s pas Leominster 17 St. Bernard’s 9 Fitchburg Z3 St. Bernard’s 44 St. Mary’s 18 St. Bernard’s 26 Wor. Trade 42 St. Bernard’s 17; _ St. Louis 16 St. Bernard's 22 Wor. Classical Bi St. Bernard’s 44 St. Mary’s 17 St. Bernard’s 7a) St. Louis 23 St. Bernard’s 26 Leominster Ze St. Bernard's 36 Sacred Heart 18 St. Bernard's 31 St. Peter’s Bie St. Bernard's 18 Gardner 26 St. Bernard's Ia Wor. North 35 St. Bernard’s aig Sacred Heart 16 St. Bernard’s total 468 Opponents’ total 41i Denotes one overtime period. Denotes three overtime periods. 1937-38 BASKETBALL INDIVIDUAL SCORING RECORD GAMES FLOOR FOUL TOTAL NAME CLASS POS. PLAYED GOALS ‘GOALSE te Joseph Pliska 38 |G 54 30 138 Alfred Monahan 39 Rear: i; 38 19 91 James Fitzpatrick 38 oe 1 a2 21 85 John Valera 38 LoeG,, U7 Hs 14 44 Edmund O'Connor 39 ReoG, 16 12 10 34 John Foley 39 Rees 14 PI 9 31 John Hackett 38 [eed Se 16 11 8 30 John Quirk 40 Beas l Z 2 6 Michael Addoriscio 38 eG 10 l S e Anthony Spagnuolo 38 Ree: 5 0 yi} 2 William Sweeney 639 oe 6 l 0 Zz [58] Basketball December 30. Tonight found our 1937 New England Catholic High Champions facing the strongest Alumni five ever to return to play its Alma Mater. The game was a hotly contested struggle with first one team show- ing the way only to be overhauled and led. ‘The regulation game ended when Joe Pliska and John Foley gave our team the ball game 34-32, and set our boys off on the right foot. January 3. We started a busy week tonight as we met the Gardner Wildcats as the first of our three opponents during the coming five days. Gardner was off to a 10-3 lead at the quarter but, Coach Joe Tarpey’s boys came through in fine style, holding the Chair City five scoreless during the second and final chapters to win the game 35-14. January 5. Well, here we are back in South High gym, the scene of last year’s 20-19 playoff in which we were defeated by the same Purple quintet which we are to face again tonight. It is the game of the week in Worcester and 1400 fans have turned out to see another close battle between the two rival parochial schools. St. Peter’s using its height to advantage skid out a 22-19 win over our boys. It sure was a tough one to lose. January 7. Leominster is here tonight represented by its best quintet in years. It has been a hard week for us but we are back in the win column as we turned back the Broderick-coached team 22-17. January 11. Went up to Fitchburg’s new gym tonight only to have them forge ahead in the second half and win 23-9. Tough luck, fellows. January 14. Journeyed to Milford and played before their biggest crowd of the season. Nick Morris’ boys were not quite fast enough to check our blistering offense and we came back 44-18 winners. January 18. Met the strong Worcester Trade School which has been undefeated to date. They were just too good and they pulled away from us to win 42-26 at the final whistle. (Incidentally Trade won all of their 26 games this season. ) [59] FITCHBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY January 21. Played host to the pennant-bound St. Louis team of Web- ster tonight and sent them home with a 17-16 defeat pinned on them by Al Monahan who came through in the last thirty seconds to win the game for us on a foul shot. Great work, gang! January 25. Worcester Classical, Inter-High Champs for the past two seasons, headed by Captain ‘‘Stutz’’ Modzelewski are in town tonight (or should I say went to town). ‘‘Stutz’’ found the range in the third quarter and from then on made life miserable for us as he accounted for 21 of their 35 points, his team winning 35-22. January 28. Here is St. Mary’s of Milford back to atone for that 44-18 drubbing given to them in Milford two weeks ago. They were doomed to disappointment, however, as almost the identical score was run up. This time it was 44-17. February 1. Here we are down in Webster, to meet that flashy outfit representing the St. Louis High School. Never were two teams more evenly matched in height, ability, and speed. The game was packed with thrills from whistle to whistle, both teams executing fast scoring plays; and digging into their bag of tricks, produced many surprises. Anyone with heart trouble should have left before the game started and gotten at least five miles away from the uproar of the fans. The regulation game ended at 23-23. ‘This game would most likely decide the winner of the Central Massachusetts Catholic League. Well the first overtime period was the fastest, wildest, period ever to be witnessed in Webster in many a moon. Shots bounced off the rim, dropped half way through, only to have them come out again propelled by some invisible force. It was three full minutes of hectic basketball and caused an epidemic of weak-knees in Webster the next day. ‘The second overtime session was a repetition of the first, neither team being able to score. Whew! the suspense is terrible. We are now entering the Sudden Death Period in which the first team to score wins. Two and a half minutes the teams battle back and forth with the same result—no score. Oh! Oh! There’s Martel the Webster captain in the corner; he gets a pass from the outer court and he fires! The shot is good and Webster wins 25-23. Well, isn’t that just our luck! February 4. Our second game this week is against that crack Leominster five, and is it a humdinger. Leominster’s rally in that last quarter was not enough to overtake us and we went home with a 26-22 victory. [60] February 8. Sacred Heart invaded our gymnasium tonight and proved a stubborn foe to down, but we were a little too good for them and we doubled their score winning 36-18. February 11. Here comes St. Peter’s from Worcester led by Captain Chet Gustowski, their clever leader, an All-Worcester forward. It’s another nip and tuck battle with our boys holding eight-point leads twice during the fray only to see them eaten away. The ‘‘Bounding Blonde’’ Gustowski proved to be our downfall as he did in Worcester the first game and he slammed a rifle like shot at the basket from the center of the floor with thirty seconds to go to win the game 33-31. February 21. Went up to Gardner tonight after a week’s lay-off from basketball, and Gardner rose up to down us 26-18 in a loosely played game. The team could not seem to get started and missed shot after shot while Gardner connected on all kinds of circus shots. February 23. Marty O'Malley led his Worcester North High squad, co- holder of Inter-High League lead, here tonight and proceeded to outplay our Blue and Gold team in the first three quarters. They were slowly but surely overtaken in the last quarter, and John Valera tied the game with but eight seconds remaining, forcing the game into an overtime period. The Worcesterites were not to be denied, however, and won the game 35-27 in the overtime frame. February 25. We bring our basketball season to a close tonight playing Sacred Heart Academy on St. Anne's Hill in Worcester. The plucky Wor- cester team was forced to accept another defeat from us as Captain Valera, Pliska, Fitzpatrick, Addoriscio, Hackett and Spagnuolo played their last basketball game for St. Bernard’s and ended their high school careers by downing the Green and Gold 35-16. [61] INTRA-MURAL BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT Our principal, Father Carroll, and our Athletic Moderator, Father Con- nors, together with Coaches Tarpey and Sullivan, conceived the plan of furthering intra-mural athletics in the school. They suggested that this intra-mural activity take the form of a basketball tournament. Some one hundred and sixty boys were entered in Divisions A and B, and on March 19, the tourney got under way. ‘The eliminating process continued on to March 29, when out of the twenty-two teams entered The Harps emerged victorious in Division A, and the Outlaws became cham- pions of Division B. Two days later on March 31, the winners were awarded gold medals in recognition of their winning the tournament. According to present plans, the tournament will become an annual event on the school’s athletic program. The Harps, Champions of Division A, consisted of: James Fitzpatrick, Ralph Foster, Henry Kelly, Robert Foley, John Foley, William Sweeney, Alfred Monahan and Edmund O’Connor. The Outlaws, Winners of Division B, were: Francis Murphy, Lawrence Furlong, William Lawrence, Thomas Flynn and Norman Delisle. [62] Robert Leblanc Joseph Addoriscio William Greer Ramond Lavalley Edward Boyce John Hackett Francis Dower Thomas Darcy Joseph Pliska Francis Babineau Alfred Monahan John Foley Bernard Woodcome William Sweeney Dominic Guazzo John Counihan James St. Hilaire Simon St. Hilaire Robert Connolly [63] BASEBALL SCHEDULE 1938 May 3 Sacred Heart May 6 Gardner at Gardner May 12 Leominster at Leominster May 14 St. Mary’s May 17 St. Louis at Webster May 20 Gardner May 24 Sacred Heart at Worcester May 27 St. Louis June 1 Leominster [64] Mary In Her Immaculate Conception Patron of the United States T HE decree of the First Council of Baltimore 1846 elected Mary in her Immaculate Conception as the principal patron of the United States and was confirmed February 7, 1847. The above decree, placing our beloved land under the especial protection of our immaculate Mother, should be a source of comfort and assurance to every Catholic—in fact, to every law abiding citizen of our country. Our reason for confidence in this choice is the undoubted belief that all favors given to mankind by our Savior come through the hands of His spotless Mother, and that all requests not harmful to us, she unfailingly procures. Many instances have proven in the past that Mary is most powerful under that venerable title and hence, in these troublous times Americans should invoke her aid in protecting our country from all harmful influences. What is the historical background of the title, Immaculate Conception? It dates back even to the garden of Eden as recorded in Genesis when the Creator on driving our first parents from the garden promised them a Re- deemer and on condemning the serpent foretold the coming of the Virgin who should crush his head. Hence from the early days of the world’s history Mary’s Immaculate Conception has been proclaimed, doubted, and disputed during long ages, and gloriously proclaimed an article of Faith February 28, 1854, by His Holiness Pope Pius IX. Mary’s sinlessness, which inspired the poet’s words: ‘‘Our tainted nature's solitary boast,’’ was always a matter of belief among pious Christians. The feast in honor of her glorious prerogative originated in the monasteries of Palestine at a very early date, and was kept on December 9 which is still retained in the oriental calendars. At the University of Paris the students chose it as their patronal feast, and at a Council of the Church held at that time the feast was set for December 8, which remains to the present time. During the eleventh century and the periods following, many controversies and disputes were held regarding the question of Mary’s sinless birth. These continued through the centuries until Duns Scotus laid the foundation for the doctrine which was later to be universally proclaimed. During the seventeenth century many devout clerics of Mary incessantly preached the doctrine of Her Immaculate Conception; not least among them being the youthful Berchmans, who in his great and personal love of Mary, was preparing to publish a work defending her great title when death claimed him in 1621, removing from our earth one of the most fearless knights and champions that our blessed Mother ever had. Another century was to [65] pass before the greatest privilege ever granted to any creature was declared an article of faith for the universal church. To us, youths and maidens, about to leave the sheltering arms of our Alma Mater, the Immaculate Conception of our most blessed Mother should be a cherished ideal. ‘True, we cannot attain to utter stainlessness as She could; but we can draw close, and imitate Her beautiful virtues of humility and purity, ever striving to model our lives on Her immaculate purity. If we, thus, keep our own souls stainless, we can the more efficaciously invoke Her aid for ourselves and our beloved country, which will stand unharmed through the coming ages under the patronage of Mary in Her Immaculate Conception. —DOoROTHY JOYCE TIME It’s midnight in the little town, The silent stars are peeping down, The moon in golden splendor bright, Is keeping watch o’er all the night; Nine, ten, yes, time speeds on, It will not wait—it soon is gone; Eleven, twelve, it seems to say, “Behold! you have another day.” —JANE ESKOLA [66] Autographs Humor The Boss (smiling): “On the way to Smith % Sons you will pass a baseball field and... John Chisholm (hopefully) : ““Yes sir.” . Boss (still smiling) : ‘““Well just pass it.” Eleanor McGurn (to man she just run over): “Hey! look out back there.” Pedestrian: ‘“What’s the matter; ya ain’t comin’ back are ya?’’ Joe Pucko pulled into a garage with a grinding of brakes and asked to see a decent second-hand car. ‘‘Getting tired of the old bus?’’ asked Ray Dion, the garage keeper, as he ran his eyes over the relic. “‘Yes,’’ Joe re- plied, “Every time I park it, some cop comes running after me to see if I’ve reported the accident.” Joe Chabot: “I hear you drive a car.”’ Frank B.: ‘““Yah! A pretty nifty bus.” Joe: ““What do you call it?”’ Frank: “Rin Tin -Tin.” St. Peter: ““How did you get up here?”’ WWatly St. Cyr.: “Flu.” Teacher: “Catherine, what are the exports of Cuba?”’ Kitty Merrick: “I don’t know.”’ Teacher: ““You don’t know—where do you get your sugar?”’ Kitty Merrick: ““‘We usually get ours from the neighbors.’’ Rita Baker: “‘Leon’s been saying such nice things about your pastry cooking.”’ Bren: ‘‘What’s he been saying now?” Rita B.: ‘““‘How clever you are to make bricks without straw.” Doctor: ‘“‘I don’t like to mention it, but that check you gave me has come back.” Jack Hackett: ‘““Well, that sure is funny, Doc, so did my lumbago.”’ Jotka: ‘‘Some fish travel long distances. Can you name any?” Pliska: ‘“‘Sure, a goldfish. It travels around the globe every day.”’ Billy G.: “Don’t know what to do about my brother, he wants to be a speed demon.”’ Ricky M.: ‘‘Well whatever you do, don’t stand in his way.” [69] D. Pierce: ‘“What did your father say when you told him you had won first prize in diction.” Barb. Healy: ‘“‘He said, “Well, well, you’re getting more like your mother every day.’ ”’ Spags: “‘Driver, which end shall I get off?” Driver: ‘“‘Suit yourself, Sonny, this bus stops at both ends.” Chemistry Teacher: ‘Give the properties of nitric acid.” Ed. Boyce: “It’s a colorless liquid.”’ Chemistry Teacher (holding up a bottle) : “This nitric acid has a brown- ish tint. What causes that?”’ Ed. Boyce: “The bottle’s dirty.” Norma F.: “Gosh, I’m worried about my complexion. Just look at it.” M. Sweeney: “You'll have to diet.”’ Norma F.: “I never thought of that. What color do you think would be becoming to me?” Elevator Boy: “This is your floor, Sonny.” Nick Lavalley: “‘How dare you call me Sonny. You're not my father.” Elevator Boy: ‘‘No, but I brought you up, didn’t I?” J. Fitzpatrick: ““Why do you arrange your hair so carefully before you go to bed?” L. Daggett: “So I can make a good impression on the pillow.” T. O'Dea: ‘“‘Do folks die around here often?”’ H. Kelly: “No, just once.’ John R.: “Where does this road go?”’ Ed. B.: “I dunno, it’s here every morning when I get up.” Paul N: “‘I’ve changed my mind.” Francis D.: ‘Does it work any better now?” R. Rivers: “I’ve got a cold or something in my head.”’ Leo Morely: ‘“‘Undoubtedly, a cold.”’ Teacher: ““‘We borrowed our numerals from the Arabs, our calendar from the Romans, and our banking from the Italians. Can anyone think of any other examples?”’ L. Cavanaugh: “Our lawn mower from the Smith’s, and our snow shovel from the Jones’.”’ Barb. Flynn (starting to sing): ‘“‘What air do you like the best?” Bob Foley (reaching for his hat): ‘‘Fresh, and plenty of it.”’ [70] CBamc “wkws Bos’ . 1 ROU LE we C.Maxfrerd VICR President “Royart’ cee ORATOR Winnie B.: “‘He’s so romantic. Every time he addresses me, he calls me ‘Fair lady.’ ”’ Joe N.: “Force of habit, my dear. He’s a street car conductor.”’ Teacher (in session room): “Not a man in this class will be given liberty this afternoon.” H. Gabriel: “Give me liberty or give me death.”’ Teacher: ‘““Who said that?”’ H. Gabriel: “‘Patrick Henry.” DISTRICT COURT Judge Maxfield continued for further evidence, the case of Daggett and Fitzpatrick, Seniors, whose sanity has been in grave doubt ever since April 30. For two consecutive days they answered in great detail all questions pro- pounded in U. S. History. Mr. Sullivan took immediate steps for their incarceration. The Westminster mountaineer, Mr. Baker, proudly led his youngest son, Chester, up the stairs of St. Bernard High School and turned him over to Mr. Sullivan with instructions to “‘Larn ‘im ’is t’ree R’s.”’ Mr. Sullivan (in a haughty manner explained) : ‘Our curriculum embraces Latin, History, Bas- ketball and Trigonometry.”’ ‘‘That’s right’’ broke in the father, “‘Load ’im up with triggernometry. He’s the worst shot of the family.”’ [71] OUR BRIGHTEST BOY At school there always was a boy who stood above the rest, From “‘jography” to ‘‘rithmetic’’ his record was the best. The teacher used to turn to him and murmur with a sigh: “Tf all of you've forgotten we'll let Johnny tell us why.” And Johnny’d up and spout it all without a single “‘er,”’ And then the teacher’d smile at him, and he’d smile back at her. He wasn’t much to look at, and he never broke a rule, But you can bet we envied him when we were in school! But sometimes when the school let out and the snow was on the ground, There’d be a sort of signal and the clan would gather around And when our little Johnny came, ‘tho nothing much was said We'd find a frosty drift of snow to cool that mighty head. We'd throw him in, and pull him out, and say ’twas all in play, And use the soft and lovely snow to wipe his tears away. Although he was the brightest boy and never broke a rule I don’t believe we envied him when he was out of school! —FRANCIS DOWER POE TR Ye GORINER: “E’s’’ (with apologies to the author of “‘Trees’’) I think that I shall never see A grade so woeful as an “‘E.”’ An “E” whose spiteful face looks out And puts my week-end plans to rout. An “E” that may in fall or spring Be such a hateful, dreadful thing. Whose aspect fills me with despair And plagues my weary heart with care. All other folks get “‘A”’ or ““B”’ But oni Alasslecetcane bw Mary Cataldo: “‘How did Bill die?”’ B. Bodo: ‘‘He fell through some scaffolding.”’ M. Cataldo: ““Whatever was he doing up there?” B. Bodo: “Being hanged.”’ Biology Teacher: ““What is a skeleton.” Eileen Scanlon: “‘It’s a person with his insides out and his outside off.”’ Dot Taylor: “When a pedestrian and a motorist meet squarely at a cross- road which has the right of way?” L. Moquin: “Oh, it’s generally a toss up for the pedestrian!’’ [72] SPEAKING OF Saints we have St. Hilaire and St. Cyr. Water we have Rivers. Books we have Paige. Washing we have Landry. Cooks we have Baker and Baker. Months we have June (Foster). Speed we have Swift. Pitcher we have (Dizzy) Dean. Bread we have Moquin. Pool we have Kelly. Length we have Long. Language we have Vowels. Cleaners we have Flynn. Theatres we have Shea (s). Politics we have Walsh. Senator we have Hughes. —CHESTER BAKER Tom Walsh (our newsboy) : ‘“‘Great swindle seventy-five victims. Read about it.” Mr. Sullivan (buying paper): ‘Hey! I can’t see anything about a swin- dle.”’ T. Walsh: “‘Great swindle seventy-six victims.” Doctor: ‘““You cough with greater ease this morning I see.” M. Stanley: ““Why shouldn't I? I’ve been practicing all night.”’ “That's a skyscraper,’’ announced Rose Di Pietro. Pauline S.: ‘Oh my, I'd love to see it work.” Gunner's Mate DesLoges: ‘“IThe enemy are as thick as peas; what shall [ do?’ Officer on Deck, Carron: ‘‘Shell them, you idiot, shell them.”’ Peg Rogan: ‘‘Why are all the blinds drawn doctor?”’ Doctor: ‘“Well, there’s a fire across the way and I didn’t want you to wake up and think the operation was a failure.”’ Sidelights in History: “Lincoln wrote the ‘Gettysburg Address’ while riding from Washington to Gettysburg on an envelope.” [73] Class Will We of the Sentor Class bequeath to the Juniors our beloved Alma Mater. Joe Neithercut leaves his “‘presidency’’ to Bud O’Connor. Peg Rogan leaves her “‘paige boy’”’ to Charlotte Aubourchon. Mary O’Connor leaves her collars to Doris O’Connor. Bob Foley leaves his gallantry to Jimmie Gumbleton. Barbara Hughes leaves her ‘‘attentiveness’” to Katharine Lynch. Joe Pucko leaves his high scholastic standing to Joseph Walsh. Nick Lavalley leaves his nonchalance to Eddie Welch. Margie Renaud leaves her musical talent to Lillian Garrity. Brenda Belliveau leaves her “‘megaphone’’ to Gloria Altobell. Red Foster leaves his skill of terpsichorean art to B. O’Neil. Girard St. Hilaire leaves his football suit to R. Babineau. Barbara Flynn leaves her cuteness to Martha Mills. Mary Tiernan leaves her temperament to Claire Demers. Joe Pliska leaves his athletic ability to John Foley. Tom Moran leaves his fleetness of fact to Gilly Knapp. Katherine Merrick leaves her talkativeness to Gerry Enright. Norma Flaherty leaves her coiffure to Helen Luniewicz. Henry Kelly leaves his managing seat to M. Sweeney . McKearin. Gene Valera leaves his shyness to Bill Sweeney. Tiny Donahue leaves her neatness to Elizabeth Anderson. Jeanette Barrette leaves her typewriting to A. Archambeault. Fitzie leaves his personality to Ralph Debarge. Leon Daggett leaves his hunches to Al. Monahan. Rita Baker leaves her debating ability to Kay Donlon. Mary Molaghan leaves her wit to Ruth Quinn. Robert Leblanc leaves his baseball prowess to Roland Scott. Harold Curtis leaves his “‘man about town”’ air to Min. Mary Sweeney leaves her “‘why’’ to Baby Snooks. Spag leaves his sportsmanship to Frankie Di Benedetto. Marilyn Swift leaves her dreams to Doris Melanson. Eileen Scanlon leaves her petiteness to Claire Finneron. Walter St. Cyr leaves his individuality to David McCarthy. Eleanor McGurn leaves her pertness to Alice Raher. Ricky Mulloy leaves his jovial spirit to Bud Ambrose. Dorothy Joyce leaves her dignity to Mary McNally. Signed by the Senior Class March 21, 1938 EXECUTORS: The Sophomores WITNESSES: The Freshmen 50 [74] We sincerely thank all the mer- chants and others who generously en- abled us to publish this book, and we request our readers to patronize these kind friends. [75] Index of Advertisers Adam, R. E. Addante, Joseph Aubuchon, John B. Babineau, A. J. Barton Studio, Donald Baylin Fur Shop Becker College Blanchard 6 Brown Boyle’s Market Brockelman Bros. Market Brook’s Pharmacy Brown Studios Carswell-Hawthorne Chase Studio Citys GabiGo: Cleghorn Pharmacy Cross, C. A. % Co. Cummings Theatre Custom Auto Body Dejonge, Louis Co. Del Beato’s Market Delongchamp, Oscar DiNinno’s Market Dormin’s Pharmacy Duane Drapery © Shade Dumait, Charles E. Emily Shop Enright’s Drug Farm Service Co. Fennia Market Fidelity Co-op. Bank First National Stores Fitchburg Coal Co. Fitchburg Creamery Fitchburg Co-op. Bank Fitchburg Gas Electric Fitchburg Hardware Fitchburg Hudson-Terraplane EO eae Sta hom en Go; Fitchburg Lunch Fitchburg Music Store Fitchburg Paper Co. Fitchburg Fire Ins. Co. Fitchburg Savings Bank Fitchburg Sentinel BlynnyaoeeG: Foster, Ralph S. Gage, B. E. Gearan, Mrs. Paul George Bros. Goodwin, W. C. Gruener’s Hardware Hatch, Heer: Heffernan Press Holland Coal Co. Hotel Raymond Hyland % Company Independent Cab Co. Jennison Company Kanppinen, C. J. Keating, P. J. Kendall, Harry E. Kidder Davis Co. Kimball ®% Son Knights of Columbus Kovalia ali La Liberté Pub. Co. Ibeviyy I Jol, (Gyo. Laurel Hill Creamery Lemay Furniture Lesure the Florist L’Ecuyer, Leon Long’s Men Shop Mallahy Funeral Home Marceau, Jerry Markets 6 Girouard’s Bakery Matthew Motor Co. McMurray, F. B., Dr. Michon Studio Miller Clothing Co. Moquin Bakery Moran Sq. Pharmacy Motor Tire Service Murphy Drug Co. Nadeau, W. J. Nathan, S. M. New England Curtain Nichols Frost O’Connell, Fred M. Payson, W. G, Peacock Restaurant Peter’s Co. Pelletier, Joseph lass}, dl. dh Putney Ins. Co. Pyne, James F. Rice Co. Richard’s Men Shop Ritter the Florist Rourke, A. T., Dr. Safety Fund National Bank Simond’s Saw Steel Smith, John R. Slattery, F. P., Dr. Spillane Millinery Spots Cleaners Dyers Sprague, Fred H. Co. Star Cleaners @ Dyers St. Jean’s Fund Strand Theatte Swanson Baking Co. Toner, A. J. Tracey’s Pharmacy Tri-City Dairymen Assn. Turunen, John Union Coal Co. Union Hardware United Co-op. Society Universal Theatre Ward’s Quality Shop Washington Jewelry Webber Lumber Co. Wilson, A. D. Co. Worcester County Trust Worcester North Savings Bank Wyman, Roy S. Ye House of John L. Bailey Yellow Cab Co. [76] Compliments of KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS Compliments of TURUNEN MOTOR-COACH SERVICE FITCHBURG, MASS. Compliments of P. J. KEATING COMPANY Compliments of THE JENNISON COMPANY 17 Putnam Street FITCHBURG, MASS. Details Make Perfection YOU WILL FIND UNUSUAL DELIGHT AND SATISFAC- TION IN WEARING ONE OF OUR:SMART, CAREFULLY FINISHED SPRING SUITS AND TOPCOATS. ALL PRICED VERY REASONABLY © F. H. LANE COMPANY A Good Newspaper offers something of interest to everyone— NEWS OF THE VICINAGE — NEWS OF THE NATION — NEWS OF THE WORLD READ THE FITCHBURG SENTINAL Congratulations to the “Class of 1938” MAY YOU EXPERIENCE A HAPPY AND SUCCESSFUL FUTURE FITCHBURG Gas and Electric Light Company Compliments of FITCHBURG PAPER COMPANY Compliments of SIMONDS “The Saw Makers” SIMONDS SAW AND STEEL CO. Compliments of ST. JEAN'S FUND na THE BROWN STUDIO @ Studio and At Home Portraiture WEDDINGS 1331 Main Street Springfield, Massachusetts Phone 6-4507 Have You Made Your Decision? COLLEGE WORCESTER: MASS. Your graduation from high school has provided you with the founda- tion on which to build your professional career. Your summer will be happier if you make your plans for September now. Business offers you more opportunities for advancement than all the other professions combined. Becker College can prepare you for business success by qualifying you for one of the following positions: Credit Manager Private Secretary Statistician Social Secretary Stenographer Collection Manager Executive Secretary Public Accountant Merchandising Manager Social Security Clerk Cost Accountant Bookkeeper Civil Service Employee Office Manager Our catalog will interest you. Why not send for a copy today? BECKER COLLEGE Of Business Administration and Secretarial Science WORCESTER Dial 3-2987 MASSACHUSETTS “Put Your Savings in a Mutual Savings Bank’’ Worcester North Savings Institution 288-294 Main Street Fitchburg, Mass. Deposits Put on Interest Monthly Dividends Paid Quarterly Compliments of (at) ‘ “39 MALLAHY FUNERAL HOME 43 Highland Avenue Compliments of JAMES F. PYNE GROCERIES AND PROVISIONS 33 FULTON STREET FITCHBURG, MASS. Compliments of MURPHY DRUG CO., Ine. Drugs With a Reputation 261 MAIN STREET FITCHBURG, MASS. GRUENER HARDWARE STORE Super Valspar Varnish 85 MAIN STREET FITCHBURG, MASS. CLASS OF 1958 BEST WISHES FOR FUTURE SUCCESS YOUR PHOTOGRAPHER THANKS YOU MICHON STUDIO Photographs of Quality 455 MAIN STREET FITCHBURG, MASS. Compliments of JOHN R. SMITH (HAROLD F. ROOT) 243 WATER STREET FITCHBURG, MASS. Compliments of The First National Stores of Fitchburg Compliments of MOTOR TIRE SERVICE CO. 57 MAIN STREET RITTER FOR FLOWERS 360 Main Street Tel. 415 Frederick H. Sprague Co., Inc. BOYS’ SUITS, SHORTS AND CAMP SUITS FOR SALE AT KIMBALL AND SONS CO. GIRLS’ GYM SUITS Quality Since 1896 S. M. NATHAN, Ine. Seite | sos JEWELER AND SILVERSMITH 471 MAIN STREET FITCHBURG, MASS. The 1938 St. Bernard’s High School Class Clock will be placed in our store window sometime in May. Every Senior’s name will appear on the Clock Dial. The Clock will be wound so that it will stop sometime during the day of graduation. The minute hand will stop at a Senior Girl’s name, and she will receive a fine wrist watch. The hour hand will stop at a Senior Boy’s name, and he will receive a sturdy strap watch. If the winners of these watches already have a watch purchased at this store during the preceding six months, he or she will receive $25.00 in cash. Best Wishes for Class of 1938 INDEPENDENT CAB CO. Tel. 3500 Compliments of FITCHBURG CO-OPERATIVE BANK Compliments of FITCHBURG HARDWARE CO. 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