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

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JAMES SAMUEL BONAFFINI This alert and dark-complexioned young gentleman is the optimist of our class. Although his humor was bubbling over he appeared, at least in class, a veritable Solon by his serious and grave aspect. We will greatly miss Jimmy next year, and take this opportunity of offering him all the success in the world. RENE ROBERT BOURGEOIS Silent and unobtrusive, Rene has trod the thorny path of knowledge with us during four years. Seldom has he sought attention, and then entirely unconscious of the fact. Our pleasant memories of him will recall particularly his fidelity to duty and avoidance of the limelight. LEO FRANCIS CALAMARE Leo is a determined and hardworking student, and a writer of no mean repute. He has amazed the literary world by his creditable essays. His “go-and-get-it’’ manner can but lead him to true success, and along the difficult journey we extend him the best wishes of dear old ‘40. JOSEPH PATRICK CANNON Genial, happy, yet capable, Joe has been a favorite with everyone whether classmate or teacher. An ace rooter at all the games, he won our undying gratitude. We know he has the goods and will come through with flying colors whether he labors at home or in foreign lands. RAYMOND ARMAND CHALIFOUX Ray’s reputation as a model student is one of our great joys. His unassuming modesty, and friendly smile was a daily delight for scores of his classmates. In the future we feel that Ray will continue to smile his way through life, and reflect much honor on his Alma Mater. ROBERT JAMES CONNELLY Robert has been popular with all of us, especially from the viewpoint of athletics. His name has frequently ap- peared on the honor roll so that we are not surprised to hear of his further quest of knowledge. We wish you every success, Robert, and hope you will keep up the good record you have set at St. Bernard's.

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ARTHUR HENRY ARCHAMBAULT Here is a quiet, conservative lad — a tall, dark fellow who accommodates everyone. It is a sad realization when we think of parting with such a friendly chap. We know his goal is electrical engineering, and we all embark with him to make his success complete. ARTHUR JOSEPH ARSENAULT The memories of time spent at St. Bernard’s will always call to mind genial Arthur. His fine sense of humor and pointed repartee enlivened many a recess gathering. We are reluctant to part with him, whose success in the past augurs well for the future. ZIGMOND JOSEPH BARON With his big eager blue eyes, Zigmond regrets that he is tall. Why? Because he is seen when he would like to be unseen. This usually occurs in class when he is very often called upon for recitation. But Zigmond cannot cer- tainly shrink. Except for this one little disadvantage, Zig- mond has many advantages which we ourselves would very often like to possess. Loads of success, Zig. RICHARD ALOYSIUS BEAUVAIS Richard proved to be a well-chosen business manager of the classbook. As a debater of merit, he will long remain in our memory. His cheerful disposition has distinguished him among us all. One and all, we extend our heartfelt good wishes, Richard, for every success in the future. JOHN PHILIP BENSON Though as quiet as one could be, Phil has distinguished himself in the line of sports, particularly that of football. So great was his vigilance on the field, that no one could easily get away with that ball. Many a time, Phil has given his opponents the bitter taste of the word ‘‘opposition.” Keep right on, Phil; the world is kind to such caliber. ALEXANDER FRANCIS BENSUK Aleck towers above us all even in the realms of learning. Space will not permit us to say all the nice things we would like to say about Aleck so we will have to content ourselves in saying that he is a true gentleman which St. Bernard’s is proud to call his own.

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LEO FRANCIS CONWAY Let us introduce Leo, our friend from Leominster. Be- neath his happy exterior he had a very studious nature and spent many an hour pouring over the Problems of Democracy. All in all he was a good pal, a generous friend, the kind we like to have about us. LEONARD ALBERT DAUPHINAIS “Lenny” is a likeable, energetic and spirited member of our West Fitchburg phalanx. He has great ambitions of joining Uncle Sam’s Navy, where with the training and character which he possesses, he is bound to go a great way up the ladder of success. Lots of good luck, ‘“Lenny,’’ and smooth sailing. ARTHUR LEON DESTROISMAISONS “Art” is a friend of the eagle, for in his dreams he is ever soaring upward in the realms of aviation. We know our flying ‘Art’ will succeed for during four years he has never been late or absent — an enviable record and a harbinger of future success. ROBERT FENTON DRISCOLL Bob is our tall, reticent classmate who modestly tried to conceal his great height even in class. In his tussle with the higher branches he always had an unfair advantage over the rest of us lesser mortals, and we magnanimously hope that the unfair advantage will stick to him through life. JOHN PAUL DuPONT We are informed that John is soon to scale the ladder of renown. We have no doubt, for many a time in class he demonstrated conclusively that his ambitions ran high. We wish him all the luck necessary to attain his end for if there is anyone deserving success, John is the one. DONALD FRANCIS FLATHERS Don, our Whalom representative, is one of the most amiable persons that it has ever been our privilege to meet. His nonchalant attitude, however, belies his real scholastic ability. Don plans to enter the University of Maine. Good luck in the tall timbers, Don.