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

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« a ra bal f ce ee eg” RN, JOSEPH BARTHOLEMEW ADDANTE Joe is one of our Class photographers, and has become quite adept in the art. His alert, cheery greetings often waked us from our Monday morning drowsiness, and very often we found our troubles disappear under the steady, quiety warmth of his sunny laughter. Keep that camera aimed for catching the harmony and beauty you so much admire, Joe, and your life will be rich with all that is worthwhile. RAYMOND ROBERT AUDET Ray has been with us for only two years and during this time his quiet ways have proved him to be a boy of ex- cellent character. He has promising ability as a scholar, and is always prepared to assist his classmates in the knot- ty problems of learning. We extend our best wishes for the future to this fine student and friend. PAUL JOSEPH BENOIT Paul is one of those “seldom heard of” boys who makes life pleasant for everyone around him. He has come to us from Leominster for four years, during which time we have learned to admire him very much. He is a fine scholar and a strong supporter of all school activities. We hope that he keeps up in this way, and we wish him the best of luck in any profession that he may select. ‘ EDWARD ANTHONY BLAGDON In Ed, we have found a treasure house of learning, and at the same time, (what is very rare), a source of fun and regular pleasure. He has maintained throughout his course a high rating in studies besides being a vital part of our athletic contests. Furthermore, he has made practical use of his free time by being engaged in industrial pursuits. This is uncommon talent and ambition combined, which we hope, Ed, will carry you on to the heights. ts,

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RICHARD WALDRON CROWLEY Richard is our chief presiding officer, who has always maintained on the heights the virtues and worth of the ranks. His true officialdom was always kept in the back- ground except on rare occasions, when he then appeared his true self with a quiet, dignified and winning smile. How efficiently he has led the Class is very evident, and we all join in hearty wishes for a success his ability and high honor ranking deserves. JENNIE RITA PICCICUTO Here let us introduce our gracious little Vice-President. She has always a smile and friendly word for everyone and has done all she could to advance the welfare of the class. In the Italian Club she has held the office of Vice-President and Secretary, and has throughout maintained a high honor rating in her studies. We extend to Jennie our heartiest wishes for every happiness in life. MARION FRANCES MULLAHY Marion is our charming Class Secretary who has very conscientiously attended to her high office. Always affable and approachable she has added much to the pleasant days we have enjoyed as Seniors. Marion has been attentively preparing for a successful career in business, and we know that her experience as Class Secretary will add much to her fame. Best wishes, Marion, from all of us. BERNARD FRANCIS CHARTRAND Here meet our cheery Class Treasurer, who never seems to be borne down by the weight of his office. Wherever and whenever you meet Bun he is ready for a friendly chat on anything from Archimedes’ Principle to the latest Jap convoy we have sunk. His keen interest in all that con- cerns the welfare of the Class of ’44 has met with a ready response of gratitude from everyone. Best of everything, Bun. )

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DONALD THOMAS CONNORS Don is one of our most genial pals from West Fitchburg. He has a quiet, kindly way that has gathered in a good supply of friends. Perhaps, the chief reason for this is his ever-ready acquiescence when a favor is asked. It is a good omen for future success, and we now voice our sin- cerest wishes for Don’s advancement in the field of glory. RALPH ANTHONY CONTUZZI Ralph is an unfailing example of pep, vitality, and irre- pressible good spirits. Whether the day is all sunshine, or the rain drops patter on the window pane Ralph will hoist you a greeting of cheer, that will be re-echoing for the rest of the day. Strange what different effects the field of learning may have! We hope Uncle Sam will appreciate Ralph, and promote him quickly to a deserved rank. EMERY DONA CORMIER To Emery the Class of ’44 can justly point with pride, in that he is an outstanding exponent of gentlemanliness, thoughtfulness and efficiency. His fine school spirit has been exhibited in a quiet, unassuming attention to the needs and wants of his Homeroom 31, and for this fine team- work we wish to congratulate him, and wish him every success in the future. JOHN ALVIN DESNOYERS John has been our faithful trumpeter all along the way. We are sure St. Bernard’s will miss him as much as we are going to feel the separation that graduation will pro- duce. Steady, quiet, and determined, John has pursued the thorny path of Classical lore with the comforting assur- ance of high honor achievement. Keep right on the win- ning team, John. B 14