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

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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]

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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]

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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]