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

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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]

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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]

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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]