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

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RAYMOND PAUL FOREST We Saluate Ray as Editor-in-Chief of the 1942 Class Book. Small but decidedly intelligent and endowed with the essence of an efferescent personality he should succeed in almost any undertaking. A connoisseur in Literature and a second Socrates he certainly is well equipped to run the Gauntlet of Life. Not forgetting his skill as a cartoonist we might close by saying he has many cups in which to pour his tea. DONALD MICHAEL GREER Don's most prominent characteristics are his “blush and his pitching arm,’ and both compete for superiority. How- ever, despite the weakness in his cheeks Don is a fine ath- lete and all-round sport. Although very capable on the basketball court, he excels on the baseball diamond as pit- cher, and we believe that in the years to come Don will always pitch to win. PETER ANTHONY GUAZZO Peter is a sturdy pillar of strength, and has few equals as an athlete. Swift as an arrow on the gridiron, and possessing u ncanny skill on the basketball court, he has won the admiration of aH. We feel certain Pete will suc- ceed if his star shines as brightly in the world as it did in school. WILLIAM JOSEPH GUILFOIL Who is that tall, complacent senior in animated conver- sation and commanding the attention of all the casuals in the corridor? It is Bill, of course. And the topic of conversation? Athletics, without a doubt. A candidate for Squad A in 1941, Bill achieved considerable success on the gridiron, and also found prominence in the basketball court. Adept as a conversationalist, Bill cannot but succeed. JOSEPH CHRISTOPHER. HAVERLY Curly hair, high color, and a magnetic smile all do justice to Joe. We acknowledge Joe as a “linguist” and also as an athlete. As co-captain of the 1941 football team he proved himself a worthy warrior, and merited the respect of the entire student body. Joe has many sterling qualities and should succeed in any walk of life. 19

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NICHOLAS JAMES DiCONZA Who is better known to Saint Bernard students than our own ‘Nicky’ DiConza. “Nicky” is president of the Boys’ Glee Club, a member of the cheer leaders’ squadron and a forceful drummer for the school orchestra. His ever pre- sent smile was as characteristic of him as his bow-tie. His humor has brightened more than one class. Best of lucky, in the future, “Nicky.” THOMAS GERALD DRISCOLL Tom is South Side’s gift to Saint Bernard’s High. When- ever classes were dull, we could count on him to keep things going. Although work prevented him from partak- ing in school sports, a more ardent fan was nowhere to be found. His plans are to enter the Marine branch of Uncle Sam’s fighting forces, where we wish him best of luck with the leathernecks. ROBERT WELDON ESPIE Bob came to us from West Fitchburg. During his four years with us he has been a gentleman par excellence. An accomplished pianist, and a lover of popular music, he was above all an essential need to the school cheering section. Good luck, Bob, we know that success will be yours, what- ever course you follow. WILLIAM HAROLD FITZGIBBON Typical of the witty Sons of Fire is Billy. His genuine humor and inimitable puns will long be remembered. He was an accomplished basketball player and his absence in this year’s squad was sorely missed. Our History class would never have been the same without his humorous sallies; and consequently, whatever Billy does, or wherever he goes, we know that his sense of humor will carry him along. HENRY FRANKLIN FOGARTY Henry has been for four enjoyable years a rollicking, jovial friend. His efficient, earnest work in the Advertising Committee of the Year Book enabled us to score a most successful publication. An enviable collection of popular records accounts for his knowledge of latest hits. We wish him success in all his future work.

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JOHN ROBERT HEALY No worry has ever succeeded in lessening the mirth of our friend, Jack, for even on blue Monday he was ever seen to smile. His excellent work in dramatics has drawn a unanimous vote of praise, and again as a sport fan he is known to have never missed a contest. We make no secret of our praise, neither of our well-wishes for this worthwhile, jovial companion of our school days. JOSEPH ALTON JONES Joe is punctual — always on time for school and classes. That is why, no doubt, in spite of his quiet manners he is ever ready with an answer when the occasion demands. His beaming face, even at the close of school, has always served us as a refreshing stimulant, so that as we part from this steadfast friend and loyal Bernardian we wish him loads of luck. JAMES THOMAS JOYCE When the Treasurer of the Latin Club and Secretary of the Glee Club arises to speak we sit up and take notice. “Bud” is an ardent basketball fan and one of the grandest fellows anyone could wish to know. We have no doubt that his ever-ready good humor and wit will lighten and shorten his steps to success. Best wishes for the future, skirel FREDERICK MICHAEL KALAGHER Fred is one of our outstanding athletes. For two years he has been prominent in both football and basketball. His spirit, courage, leadership and tenacity have been mani- fest in both these fields of sport. Furthermore, his engaging smile, continued good nature, and enticing friendliness has enshrined him in our hearts. Sincere wishes, Fred, from the class of “42” for a happy and successful future. PAUL FRANCIS KELLY Paul’s usually calm expression belies the keen, alert and active mind. Although a fine mathematician and English student, he has been a close pursuer of all the sports. With a creditable honor roll standing he is headed for the Air Corps, taking off with our lusty cries of “‘luck’’ and “success’’.