St Mary High School - Marian Yearbook (Claremont, NH)

Text from Pages 1 - 72 of the 1954 volume:

g7cl4-.-4Zf.f,73a,V!.0, The 1954 Marian li .al U' U , I CLAREMONT 43 HIGH t d by th S gl 1,5 ,im smit h l1r 1 Q - L I ' all 1 Q3 . F ' ...I I Il flfl . H g Presen e e enior Class of St. Mary High School, Claremont, N. H 0 aff' N X, 15-1. I2 4 ' v Wx ay n fs. A . 'K DEDICATIU This yearbook, which marks the closing of our childhood years and the commencement of manhood and womanhood, we offer as a loving tribute to Mary, our Queen and our Mother, during this year especially dedicated to her. We have been under her special protection during our school years, for we are fortunate to be students in a school proudly bearing her name, where the ideals set by her as a pattern for youth are stressed to us. Ever attentive to solve our doubts, and to present our petitions to her divine Son, our Blessed Mother has encouraged us in our efforts to set a true value on things and to be brave enough to scorn the false values of the world today. Under her continued guidance we earnestly hope to retain these ideals all through life, so that when we reach the day of our Final Commencement, we may offer to our beloved Queen and Mother our boundless love and praise in Heaven for all eternity. 1 1 l l l 1x 12011.13 011.11 ' CATHOLICITY: I l enriches and sanctifies our livesg 4 lightens our labors and caresg i enlivens and dedicates our playg beautiies our human relationsg secures for us hope of a blessed eternity. H ITS MARKS: Honor in our lives as Christiansg Integrity in our actions as citizens of our beloved coumryg Tolerance and sincerity in our hearts to all, regardless of race or creed 3 l l Joyousness in the sincerity of our everlasting Home in Heaven. 1 1 l l i l l i J N 1 4 i Q Z a g K ' ' ' K. . V KL , fi rf, I '-f v! , A , ' - Q if' was v ill ' I , ,b , 6 L, Q i-w ,..,,M 4 fi' ep .4 - ' , m fd. ,N Jw ,L , . . , Q! , , . .-1-N. kara k 2 . , 4, ' ' Lf Y A . ww., Wi,,,- M .. , A www? AVVV V::mgFmW,.,2 ,-, . , K . -fv.-'W A sffi3fif??::,, f A K FJ a Q 4 Q i ! 1 3 4 5 aw ,Q L aff Ns- QM K al 'X 4 . l 'll F an ,, ,. . , , 9 ' , f , l s Q , 1 f ' LN is H1 . I 1 4 wk, ' A , fii? 1 wk.- 5 3: , . f -x, . Prlests . f 'ix f 5 Our . Parlsh pt J 7' We are glad to have both an indoor and outdoor informal of our pastor. Rev. John J. illr'Cr1rll11f, l'r1.wln1' RUN. Gw1'r1l'rl Nov! Father Noel was trziiislerred to our parish just before our yearbook went to the publisher. We are pleased to include these two pictures of him. T' ff ww: tw Father Grittin zippczirs to he in the process of preparing the next ltfsson for one of his high school religion classes. lfwv. lfolnfrl I . tll'ifI'l'1i RFU. Silas Iit'Ssr'!lr' -.a-15 Father Besscttc was residing his hrcviziry when this picture was tzikcn shortly hcfore he was appointed to St. Chzirlcs parish in Dover. X Rav. Rohn! I . 011111111 Sislvr Mary YI.Ilf,'l'l1IflI, 1'1'i11cip11l The main high school building and Our Lady of Grace statue on the grounds. kr ff X ie f A X 5 vw mf-Sw J ,X D Kg 'D X , -100' Our Faculty X , . say. A . X x ' , 'F js' K ge Q ,e:1,i5YX?fe ,LV . ,QQ , ig 1: 2' Sislvr Mary Illlfjflfljlll' Sislrr .Vary ,lgnflfz XR N W-any W Aw ' The Annex rez1ched by Z1 short walk clown the street. 51-5147 AMW!! M!!ff'S Sislvr Blury llvliu I rl 1 . attef . t WWE' 'W d ,Yue XHEVZZ Q0 exempxx x glecte we ho hi WL S r00u0' mouii. Crass idx 001' 5 4103. Y Care U got uf Xi Mtg is hOnOZhr0uglX0m O gncaglllg Our class president, Robert Caron, evidently made a hum- orous remark which is thoroughly enjoyed by Richard LaRoche, vice-president, Roberta Harnois, secretary, and Lorraine Bernier, treasurer. Below is the final unit in a four-year series of class pictures. ur Class Motto and urselves -f-e..v..-.- 'pgs 211. 3, ,, 1a,',,-.z xn- 'uxknxi ' RICHARD THEODORE LAROCHE Capable leader . . . well-groomed . . . a credit to his school . . . subtle humor . . . class Rembrandt . . . genuine friend . . . force behind many class successes . . . eloquent debater . . . class vice-president . . . Dick. Booster Club 2, 3, 43 Chorus Sounds of Christmas 45 Class Vice-president 2, 3, 4, Communion Brealqfast 35 co-Producer Drag- net 43 Glee Club 2, 3, 43 Junior Choir 45 Latin Club l, 2g illarian Stay 43 Senior Prom Committee 35 U. N. Assembly, Plymouth 3. 12 Popularity plus shy beneath a poised exterior avid shutterbug meets problems with calmness and poise resourceful loves to skate ambitious and intelligent class bachelor our term president Bob Baseball 2 3 4 Boostrr Club 2 3 4 Boas State3 Class Prfsulrntl 2 3 4 Communion Breakfast 3 Cler Club 1 2 3 lllflfldlfl Stafffl Senior Prom Commzttef 3 A perfect lady with outstanding qualities of gentleness and integrity honor roll student pint size bundle of charm genuine smile portrays her sincerity overflowing cup of school spirit er winning personality will keep her future pupils happy class secretary Bobbie Baslatballl 2 3 4 Boostzr Club 2 3 4 Cheerleadfrl lCaptaznJ 2 3 Class Secretary 2, 3 4 Class Treasurer 1 Communion Breakfast 3 Clee Club 2 3 4 Junior Choir 4 Latin Club 1 2 Varian Staff 4 Srztnct Club 43 Senior Prom Committee 3 Student Daily Eagle Stay lTypzstD 4 LORRAINE GERMAINE BERNIER Aimable, imaginativejcourteous . . . capti- vating dimples . . . quick thinker . . . active booster . . . a simple incident becomes ludicrous or tragic as we watch our class Helen Hayes in action . . . efficient and thorough in her work . . . enjoys life to the full . . . class treasurer . . . Lanie. Buskelbrill 1, 2, 3, 41 Boosler Club 2, 3, 45 Cl1ee1'lrr1rle1' 1, 2, 33 Chorus Sounds of Chris!- mr1s 41 Class Treosizrer 2, 45 Communion Breizlgfrisl 35 Girls' Slllll' 3, lilee Club 2, 3, 43 Junior Choir 1, 43 .lliiririn Slnjf 43 Science Club 43 Senior Prom Commillee 3. A15 MARILYN MERLE ADAMS Comparatively new to our class, she soon made many friends . . . ready smile . . . energetic, persevering, kind . . . quick to cooperate . . . dashes around in pursuit of anyone or anything needed to reach her goal . . . staunchly loyal to St. Mary's . . . Marilyn. BaskeIbi11l3, 4gBoosIer Club 3, 43 Cos! HSULIIIILY of Cl1l'l.SlI1NlSH 45 Communion HI'l'lllx:f'fISl 33 Glee Club 3, 43 Junior Clioir 43 illiiriiin Sliijf 45 Science Club 45 Senior Prom Commillee 3. JAMES EUGENE BRUNELLE He's here, he's there, he's everywhere . . . nonchalant, capable, keen . . . sways any audience with the power of his oratory . . . unfailing supply of ideas . . . voracious reader . . . participates in all class and outside activities . . . frequently heard over local radio station . . . Jim. Booxler Club 3, 4 t'l'resiilenljg Communion I3'rei1lQf'ri.sl 35 eo- Proilueer and Direclor Drag- nel 43 Sluilenl Daily Eagle Sheff tEdiz'0rj 43 ,lliiriun SMU 43 ,lI.C. Green Carpe! Day 45 Prorlueer iinil Direclor Sounds of Chris!- IIIIISH 43 Progranz Clzizirman U. N. Assembly 43 Senior Prom Commillee 3. 13 LORRAINE RITA DEMERS Ardent sports fan . . . her enthusiasm pours forth in a torrent of words . . . numerous interests . . . emphatic positives or negatives as she expresses her opinions . . . quiet determination . . . would like to go to bus- iness college . . . Laurie. Basketball 1, 2, 35 Booster Club 2, 3, 45 Com- munion Brealqfasl 35 Glee Club 2, 35 lllarian Stag 45 Senior Prom Committee 3. YVON LEO DESROSIERS Attracts friends like a magnet . . . sparkling personality . . . varied talents . . . pleasant singing voice . . . gentlemanly at all times . . . always ready for a good time . . . adds a note of cheer and good-will Wherever he is . . . Mo. Booster Club 2, 45 Chorus Sounds of Christ- mas 45 Communion Breakfast 35 Glee Club 1, 25 Junior Clzoir 1, 2, 3, 45 Marian Staff 45 Senior Prom Committee 3. MARY ROSE DINGS Quiet charm reflected in her Winsome smile . . . extremely generous . . . forever doing the little things others forget to do . . . consistent booster from the background . . . combination of queenly poise and modest simplicity . . . Mary. Booster Club 2, 3, 45 Communion Breakfast 35 Glee Club 2, 3, 45 Marian Stal? 45 Senior Prom Committee 3. 14 , . , iffsmsff- ?iaf' 5 , .. A -U wwssew, .. ' . .331 Egg,-,,ggg:5,'i BEVERLY CLAIRE DRAPEAU One of the petite girls in the class . . . sweet disposition . . . flair for fashion . . . right in the middle of anything going on . . . bursts forth into an original and unique laugh . . . continuous chatterer . . . destined for success . . . Bev. Basketball 1, 2, 3, 43 Boosler Club 2, 3, 43 Cheerleader 43 Communion Breakfusl 33 Glee Club 2, 3, 43 Junior Choir 1, 43 Marian SIQU 43 Science Club 43 Senior Prom Committee 3. NORMAN WILLIAM DUBREUIL Even disposition . . . tall, dark, handsome . . . deep thinker . . . occasionally exhibits spurts of quiet humor . . . polite air of dignity . . . forever on hand where hard work is concerned . . . always ready to accommodate . . . Norm. Communion Breukfusl 33 Glee Club 1, 2, 33 Marian Slap' 43 Senior Prom Commitlee 3. ALICE EVA GAGNE Diligent worker . . . dependable . . . often patronizes the local skating rink . . . camera fan . . . modest and unassuming . . . enjoys square-dancing . . . sincere, considerate, purposeful . . . hopes to enter Uncle Sam's service . . . Al. Rrixlwllarzll 1, 23 Boosler Club 2, 3, 43 Com- munion Ifl'I'llb:f'lISf 33 Clee Club 2, 3, 43 Junior Choir 43 illurinn Slriff 43 Senior Prom Com- millee 3. DAVID HENRY GAUDETTE T-V buddy . . . happiest fellow around . . . good athlete, good sport, good student . . . cheerfully assumes and completes uninter- esting duties quietly . . . possessor of a fine voice . . . fabulous sense of humor . . . inspired instigator of pranks . . , Dave. Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4,BaskeZball 3, 4, Communion Breakfast 3, Fooiball 2, 3, teapfainj 4, Glee Club 1, 2, illarian Slftll 4, Senior Prom Commitfee 3. EHS LOIS MARIE HERRON Editor of our yearbook . . . dignified but delightful to know . . . ready contributor of her time and energy to every school activity . . . habitually on the honor roll . . . versatile, generous, frank . . . will enter nurses' training school . . . Lois. Baslelball 1. 2, 3, Ulanagerj 4, Booster Club 2, 3, 4, Cheerleader' 1, 2, 3, Class Secreiary 1, Class Treasurer 3, Communion Breakfast 3, Girls' Slale 3, Clee Club 2, 3, 4, Junior Choir 1, 4, Latin Club 1, 2, ,Varian Staff 4, Science Club 4, Senior Prom Commiliee 3. LORRAINE IRENE LAGUE Attractive smiling countenance . . . blushes easily . . . the bit of mischief lurking in her eyes reveals a happy heart . . . noted for her prowess in a swimming pool . . . competent Booster Club secretary . . . accepts responsi- bility with conscientious zeal . . . Lorraine. Basketball 1, 3, 4QBtl!I.Sft'I' Club 2, 3, tSeerelaryJ 4, Cheerleader 1, 2, 3, Communion BrealiQf'asI 3, Girls' Slate 3, Glee Club 2, 3, 4, Junior Choir 4, Jllarian Siayj' 4, Science Club 4, Senior Prom Commiffee 3. R JOANNE DOROTHY LANDRY Slender, intelligent, likable, well-mannered . . . a general favorite . . . perennial helping hand . . . her boundless energy never seems to diminish . . . can rarely be coaxed into an argument . . . her ambition to become a social worker indicates her consideration for others. . . Jo. Buslfdboll 2, 3, 41Boo.slt'1' Club 45 Comnzunion Bl't'tlL:f'll.Yl 35 lilct' Club 2, 3, 43 Junior Clzou' 4g Luliu Club lg illuriun Slcqfl' 43 Svnior Prom Comluilltw' 3. DONALD JOSEPH LAPOINTE Genial buddy with the car . . . seemingly reserved but has an irrepressible sense of humor . . . cool and relaxed in emergencies . . . . unassuming . . . big in heart . . . strength of character . . . undeniably a special favorite with everyone . . . Don. Bosvlmll 23 Ho.wl.'t'llmll 1, 2, 35 Conzniunion 1fl'l'lIlx1f-IIS! 33 Foolbull tilI1umg1'1'D 2g film' Club 2g illuriun Slofl' 43 Svnior Prom Clllllllllllfl' 3. 17 '-W'kWtW'?i??2'5-ffTf'M m lb-'1' l -f.,-2-.-. i xi' -- tteiffftll w 'f ere i. ,. 4 ,t4f,n,t,,,g.t,.t,',:,,f ,4 , , ,. K -S , 3, ,W c ,. 1, ,. :gf Wulf: 3 ROBERT OMER LANDRY Thoughtful, unseltish, earnest . . . Z1 multitude of interests contribute to his versatility . . . purposeful manner . . . efficiency but one of his many fine qualities . . . plans an engineer- ing career . . . class chauffeur . . . Bob. Booster Club 25 Cfllllllllllllllll B1w1l.Qfr1s! 3, Latin Club lg ilIu1'1'u1z Stoll' 43 Svnior Prom Com' millet' 3. 'A -wx- rl A 1,9 yr'-1: - , u., im'-:xt ef-1' .X l't2fitg3,p,,., iii? We ws-Aef'f1itf.,,p,,-. I , - at .. 4 . 4 -, .- lk' nhl-l: vEi' ' S J' kits N X ' , ' 1 1 I -, f if ,af Q, - 41 41 ,- 3 if .Tv 3 ' if' hw L- ' ' ' , :r 'tgygsv .I i'!fL-In 5-af.-17 ii'Rlg'gt.f sn. , ,,. .. GEORGE LOUIS LIMOGES Life of any party . . . appealing grin spontaneous giggle . . . inquisitive nature . . . manners and George naturally harmonize . . . serious in his work, gleeful in his play . . . should develop into an accomplished business- man . . . George. Booster Club 2, 3, 43 Boys' State 33 Communion Breakfast 33 Glee Club l, 2, 3, 43 Junior Choir 13 lllarian Staff 43 Science Club 43 Senior Prom Committee 3. I 'rii is M 11 B MARIE ANN GEORGETTE LEMIEUX Makes friends easily . . . smart dresser . . . peppy captain of our varsity cheerleaders . . . loves to travel . . . keeps the school running on schedule . . . automatically makes anything she undertakes a success . . . Georgejeff. Basketball l, 23 Booster Club 2, 3, 43 Cheer- leader 3, tCaptainD 43 Communion Breakfast 33 Glee Club 2, 3, 43 Junior Choir 43 Marian Stagg 43 Senior Prom Committee 3. JAMES MARVIN McGUIRE Sociable, carefree, independent . . . good- looking football type . . . participates in all sports . . . seldom displays so-called Irish temper . . . teases Don as his favorite pastime . . . loyal classmate in his own inimitable Way . . . Mac. Baseball 1, 2, 3, 43 Basketball 1, 2, 3, 43Bo11s' State 33 Communion Breakfast 33 lllarian Staj' 43 Senior Prom Committee 33 Student Daily Eagle Staff tSports Editorl 4. RUTH PATRICIA McLIN Petite blonde . . . neat in clothes and work . . . loves fun . . . many friends at both St. Mary's and Stevens . . . smooth dancer . . . adds sunshine to every gathering . . . quiet, pleasant manner . . . plans to become a hairdresser . . . Ruth. Booster Club 3, 43 Communion Breakfast 33 Glee Club 3, 43 Junior Choir 45 Marian Stay' Q 43 Science Club 4g Senior Prom Committee 3. EDWARD JAMES MERCIER Conservative demeanor . . . an explosive laugh attests to his sense of humor . . . considers any project to be undertaken seriously . . . likes hunting and fishing . . . would rather read thrilling Westerns than eat . . congenial . . . Eddie. Communion Brealtjfrzsl 33 lilet' Club l, 2, 33 Junior Clzoir 33 .lllllflllll Slfrff 43 Senior Prom Conzmillvl' 3. A3 RICHARD ERNEST MORIN Happy-go-lucky . . . appears everywhere with his movie camera . . . ready wit . . . never at a loss for an answer . . . has a superlative sense of loyalty to SMHS . . . intelligent, gentlemanly, likable . . . clear, powerful singing voice . . . future air force pilot . . . Rich. lflNlSlt'l' Club 2g Cfllllllllllllllll 1fI't'llliZl.l1Sl 33 l r1nllNlll43lil1'4' Clllll l3Jlll1iol' Cllllll' 1, 2, 3, 43 .llurirzn Slriff 43 Senior Prom CUI1IlIIllll't' 3. 19 ,W 20 ROLAND ARTHUR PINARD Handsome lad . . . expressive smile . . . easy-going personality . . . neat as a Pin . . . modest and reserved . . . pleasant and easy to get along with . . . interested in sports . . . fond of hunting and fishing . . . memorable classmate . . . Jeff. Basketball 3, 43 Communion Breakfast 33 Football 2, 3, 45 Marian Staff 43 Senior Prom Committee 3. JOSEPH ANTHONY SADOOUES' Alert, dependable, jovial . . . treasure chest of wit . . . respected member of the class . . . tall and well-groomed . . . large Utell-tale eyes . . . industrious science and math student . . . a future asset to G. E .... Tony, Baseball 1, 2, 3,Basketball 2, 3, 45 Communion Breakfast 3, Class Vice-President lg Football A tlllanagerj 1, 2, 3g Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 43 Junior Choir 25 Latin Club lg .Marian Staff 45 Senior Prom Committee 3. ' AI W , , lf, nfl! ,,4, JW! w 2:0 , x o 1 I Rest period! All Sorts I Making the most of a few moments before class. Father Griffin, George and Roberta discuss Daily noontime melody session around the a weighty problem senior homeroom piano. Visiting the Christmas crib. David and Richard compete for volume. 22 City Government Day Sponsored by the Kiwanis Club as a civic project, this day provided an opportunity for the Seniors of both high schools to become ac- quainted with the actual duties performed by city officials. Police Chief William Nobbs and James McGuire survey the area from the top of the police station steps. in Entering the Colonial Hotel for a buffet lunch. City Manager Gordon Dillon and his group intently follow an explanation of the city layout. Robert Caron standing is our city manager representative. S ,evfovumu , F9 City Clerk Rose Haugstrud alumna of our school, performs a variety of duties. Roberta Har nois, standing beside her learned a great deal in this office Cty Audhor E Frances Lovejoy shows Lorraine Lague, seated at the desk, how to make an entry in the books. Accompanied by Sister Vincentia and Sister Myles, all Seniors enjoyed an interesting, profitable tour of the Atkinson-Davis Cor- poration showrooms to gain firsthand informa- tion about the manufacture of King's Arrow Pine furniture, a local product. Mr. Stephen Doody, sales manager, proved a cordial, informative host as he conducted the group through what we all agreed is a dream house. Of course every girl determined to have one like it sometime in the future! The many models of exquisite pine furniture on display in natural room settings fascinated us, as did the precise workmanship in fashioning each piece. 4fKing's Arrow Pine Tour The perfection of craftmanship displayed in the dining room furniture and in the care- fully planned appointments made a deep impression on everyone as we felt the charm of gracious living surround us. Roland Pinard, Edward Mer- cier, and Robert Landry admire the unusually beauti- ful scene portrayed by the living room wallpaper. Joanne and the boys found the kitchen an outstanding attraction. Education Week Open House Sister Angelique flashed her smile of welcome for us as we joined parent visitors in the freshman homeroom. Q i Lorraine Lague escorted her mother and young brother around the main building. Here they examine some projects on display in the library. Father Bessette is interested in the Bookkeeping, Shorthand, and Typewriting papers hung in the commercial room. 26 -rn X Q This group of parents was snapped in the senior room. We appreciated their visit and the interest shown in our work. Sister Agnita, our homeroom teacher, is in the foreground. Some day we hope to catch her facing a camera! i '-' . l Btn Our class president's parents are in the doorway while David Gaudette's mother views some work near the blackboard. The guest book on the front table was well filled by the end of the evening. Sister Myles and a group from the History of Civilization class display some of the many varied projects undertaken to depict early man, his surroundings, and his culture. The projects gave striking evidence of hours of careful research and labor. 27 These realistic witches gave shivery atmosphere to that famous scene from Macbeth, Under the disguise, We recognized Marilyn Adams, Lorraine Lague, and Lorraine Bernier. Judging from their intent expressions, this section of the Physics class will be ready to give Sister Delia an accurate, detailed report of this particular experiment. fiat' Robert Caron proudly ex- hibits the charter received by the Problems of Democracy class from the Commission on American Citizenship of the Catholic University of Amer- ica. By membership in the Christian Citizenship Forums, our P. O. D. class pledges through definite study, dis- cussions, and practice, to grow in understanding of what it means to be a real Christian citizen. 28 Our Classes As Seniors, we are privileged to have a special course in Marriage Guidance given by Father Grifhn. Father's clear, dignified teaching makes this Monday morning class one to which we eagerly look forward each week. The latest issue of Today's Secretary is occupying this group of possible office workers. At the right is our senior typing division applying themselves diligently to an assignment. 29 Still in Class A vxwwgtlqfggngl I -. HGH Our faces reflect the contagious enthusiasm of our teacher in French III. I'-gxu '. .-- '-'- 'THICK Career Day Our annual Career Day program held in the fall provided us with practical information about various fields of work. Of the many speakers, we managed to get pictures of Miss Geneva Jebb, chief operator at the local telephone office, registered nurses Claire Morin and Jacqueline Cassin, alumnae of our school, Mr. Eugene Bradford from the Pittsfield, Mass. branch of General Electric, and beautician Mrs. Iva McLin, mother of our senior, Ruth McLin, G U. N. Assembly Among our outstanding school assem- blies this year was the one pictured here. Presented by a group of Seniors and Juniors, it was a pleasing combina- tion of education and entertainment. Staffs The first three pictures on this page show inernhers of the Marian stall' engaged in preparatory Work for the 1954 edition. Lois Herron, editor, is receiving favorable response to a question of preference. Copy is being typed in the business room, while our artists and sports editors review other hooks for suggestions. Pictured below are James Brunelle. editor, james McGuire, sports editor, and Roberta Ilarnois, social editor, St. Mary rnernhers of the Daily Eagle student edition stall' this year. Op- posite is the complete Twin State Valley student stall. as 1 V. These Booster Club officers, James Brunelle, president, Rich- ard LaRoche, vice president, Lorraine Lague, secretary-treas- urer, and Lorraine Bernier, parliamentarian, deserve orchids for guiding the club through its most successful year yet. 32 Spotlights Father McCarthy is often working like this when We appear in his office to discuss school activities and to get permission to use the gym. No matter how busy he is, Father always makes us feel wel- come. Tony, Lois, Beverly, and Bob Landry confer with Sister Vin- centia in regard to schools and possible scholarships for next year. Bob holds the interest of the group for the moment. if if' if i , V Organized to add color to the serious study of Latin, with its seemingly endless declensions and conjugations, the Latin Clubs have served their purpose well. Laeti Comites, Latin II Club members, pictured above are: Seated, Patricia Vacarest, secretary, Donald White, pres- ident, Richard Martineau, vice-president, Marie Boardman, treasurer. Standing, Dorothy Grover, Aurelie Desmarais, Louis Zuccaro, Gail Goodrich, Margaret Eno. Latin Clubs In Roman garb, members of Laeti Comites present a classical playlet, The Haunted House. Latin I, Tirones, are: Seated, Claire Veilleux, treasurer, Laurence Bi- ron, vice-president, Em- mett Murray, president, Josephine Carrier, sec- retary. Standing, Elaine George, Patricia Picard, ,Ioan Small, Jeanne La- brecque, Suzanne Lam- bert, Carol Kangas, Ger- aldine Barrette, Ronald Thibodeau. A,,'4-4'---Nf...-M ,M ., . A , 7 M' wg, aw-1Q.r',ih - . A X-,- f Quai-mvmff.wfmf,wf,f-LW! 'rf QE hi A M r , ', J 'fwns 5g,2z, gi g fe AQ .,f3Ano V' n , , ...Anya f w - , ' Q f,YL.?LlII,j ' 9 H 5 A. g 'Q -, '22 , Q sw A-f W xi ' ml A g A 'VA ,tg V ,1 if WN f ,.. l 1 Y. 2 5 - -14.-' 'im V X 1 'C , .J , ,-, -4 1-. g ,-vu g y . f , ? I i yA I --.I +6 Vg .Q -I 71:-I' A B ,ni 3- ' P- ,A,, iz Z, ' , H g Us ff ! 2, kg, . .522 -'J ' 'L Cx, f' :tj al NN Sli i li 3 Singing Christmas carols on the school stairs just as we did on the altar steps before midnight Mass on Christmas eve. i Glee Club 3I ' J ' Cluu DeSfOSlef5a Yvette u . natu ral DOSMOU' The sopranos rehearse their part of One Little Candle 36 uv-1 Glee lub Composed of boys from each class, the tenor and bass section gives a pleasing depth of tone to the selections. JF 'did 3 ft F Y Q as-fi iw Q12 . .4 ' f ' The altos blend well with the other sections, rounding outa unit of perfect harmony. 37 Fund-raising Commiltee. Formed this year under the direction of Sister Mary Angelique, the Science Club has progressed rapidly to a place of major importance among our school organizations. Comprised of seventy active members, the club furthers interest in the various fields of science and has definite preparations under- way for a school Science Fair to be held on March 30. A charter granting membership in the national organization, Science Clubs of America, has been received from Wash- ington. Science Club Seem' from one-act play IIOIYIPLIPOTIC., Entertainment Committee. Science Club Thomas Barton, president, admires the club charter. Louis Neider, vice-president, adjusts the Bioscope. Lorraine Bernier, corresponding sec- retary, Beverly Hamel, treasurer, and Beatrice Lague, secretary, seem fascinated with the large heart model. Membership cards are distributed by the club president. These Project Committee members will present exhibits and demonstrations at the school Science Fair in March. t i. ' i 44Yankee Doodle Americanw Here are scenes from our play. a three-act comedy, which we presented to enthusiastic audiences on April 20 and Bl. On the left Lucius Brown. Cfieorge Limouesv practices his voice lesson, much to the dismay of Uncle Wilbur and Gram, In the lower left picture, Ritchie Bradford. CRichard Morinj and Marilla Johnson. CRoher- ta Harnoisl enjoy a friendly conversation. Next to them is Gram, Mr, Bradlords mother, tLorraine Bernierp packing to leave her son's Cl-Edward Mercierj home. His daughter, Loretta, Qlieverly Drapcaul hopes her father will persuade Gram to stay. If sviitgxij 257 MX at is ,, Y iw:-r2. 5 F, sw: . fini 52' A ivifsf-W A . ff' fa? -' wtf, -N . .i 4 'f-.. FS X -on l i l X , t fi ,E Mother lirzidford, fAliee Gagnel hurries in from the liitelien to answer the telephone, since her dziugliter. Shirley May CLois llerronj gives her complete attention to the pursuit of knowledge. In the opposite picture. Uncle Wilbur, tllzivid Gziudettel old Yankee Doodle himself, displays his sewing ability to an admiring twosome. his nephew Ritchie, and Marilla Johnson. .14-xi ,1 . . i l A- lil Ai si. -n Bill Sargent, fAnthony Sad- oquesl Uncle Wilbur's contest manager, reads za few details to Mrs. Greatrake, CMarilyn Adamsl Mrs, Cameron, fI,or- raine Lagucl and to Mary Johnson Qtieorgette Lemicuxj. 'I xii im' N1 Q gf .- . .EM . Q ' S A an A .N-,Q , ne 'E' Q55 .Wm DV X 3 R -Q., . n .way x :fu ef'-fs Q 4 , W. 41 I ' l I ' ' .Dr I' AL A ,uf V f S f i FW? wi' 0 'Y E FWF' '36 'V 5' 5 wx 'M if ,W ' 1 Senior Prom We spent hours last spring on plans and preparations so that this final school dance would be a memorable occasion for our guests, the class of 1953. Decorations centered around the theme Up in Central Park. Exclamations of delight were heard from everyone as Ted Herbert's orchestra filled the gym with heavenly music. Judging from the many favorable comments, we feel that the evening was a definite success. Lorraine L. and Lorraine B. pause for a moment beside our Blessed Mother s shrine. To please the photographer we posed for this picture! x' 1 - 1-1 ,X xx Si. 1111111 Cf111v1l1'1'1' f1l'lIlII 111111 Ullflfl' Cf111'11.w St. Mary Cavaliers l1111'11l1'1.11IF1'f11'1'1', 1U11f11r1'l11' A1111 ll I?11111'1l111a11, 11111111 .U11j111'1'll1' St. Mary Cavaliers Color guards, left to right: James Tebo, Paul Gagne, Kenneth Patch, Donald White, Armand Sirois, Leo St. Martin. Spiritually lortihecl, the Cavaliers go forth to win more and greater honors for Sl. Mary school and parish. Rev. Vital Vcilleux, W. F., directed our Notable Mom ents S -,Ng L three-day retreat this fall. Spiritually re- freshing, it was a time of grace for all of us. Agile cheerleaders. rl, 'li . ' .V E -:tt . i' Q 135' I . L . is if 'Ati 1' . W..--f - . . .Q 1. ,ps s.,agg5gw.'LSggiLik 1, . . Q l .. .- I gf 51 Q Annette L'Heureux, with the highest re- ligion average for four years, was privileged to crown our Blessed lVIother's statue in May. V A l.:f f. sb 46 Junior Catholic Daughter president, Lorraine Bernier, and Roberta Harnois on their way to installation of officers. The president and vice-pres- ident, Lorraine Lague, par- ticipate in the ceremony. ez , K wi f 4 .f u ,Q 5 5 1, 'f gy 52 2 01' x port 42:5 I Varsilgf lvam, li'IIf'1'lI'llfjf James McGuire, David Gaudette, John Lesnick, Jean Jacques, Roland Pinard. Slanrling: Daniel Leahy, manager, Donald White, Norman Boucher, Thomas Barton, Anthony Sadoques, Victor Potvin, Paul Gagne, Henry LaPointe, assistant manager. Basketball Doing exceptionally well for a rebuilding year, the Comets improved stead- ily as the basketball sea- son progressed. High- light of all games was the almost unbelievable win over the Hartford Mid- gets, previously unde- feated in the Twin State League, who bowed to the Comets with a 70-64 score. We look forward to an impressive season next year. sf., sn Q s l H9 ' f . Q-'if' waala E Pele Lvsniclc in action. Dave Gaudetle is defer- mined to hold that ball. Father Griffin inspires team personnel to maintain a spiritual tone throughout our sports program. Lucky catch for Hanover. A natural of Coach Omer Rousseau watching a game. :mf l ZW 5 adv Q ,gl r7'lq,gg A wh S F A mi hw Mb 4 A Ag, mm , -H Q 5 5? M gi 1 5 A A x J 4 I H gg . , if h 4 K Q ' ff f R - f A 'V M Q 1 N A ' I 'Q' we-:A qxkAb.k Q SX L Swv '? Q 'XR . ' X, ML Q ' f-+ ' ,. gk if W 0 -1 1 V ,i ,W Af VM ix . mfg, V ,QQ , If u. is 52' hh bff. 'IG ffjpe E More Basketball Atmosphere This view of a typical audience at one of our home basketball games portrays the intense in- terest of the spectators in the happenings on the floor. Of course the Comets made that bas- ket. 11's Il I'ff'f0I'lj! The Comets won over the Lebanon Ra1ders the nlght we d1d thts Bunny Hop 1n celebration. The joy displayed here was trxpled a few eventngs later when ln pl zymg 1 FWlI'l State League game, our vars1ty defeated the hltherto unbeaten Hartford Mldgets Baseball With shouting, cheer- f ing spectators pressing close, Rudy Fortin is lifted high on the shoulders of his team- mates in a triumphal march across the field. St. Mary Comets took Class B championship laurels in 1953 for the second consecutive year. This remarkable achievement resulted from the excellent coaching of Fernand Belair and the combined efforts of an earnest. capable team, captained by Cookie Cloutier and highlighted by the brilliant pitching of Rudy Fortin. Winning over Towle in the playoffs Sal, the Comets went on to take Lebanon 4e0, with Jerry Gingras making a double in the fourth inning. With eighteen players struck out by Rudy,and Cookie Clou- tier hitting in two home runs, the Comets defeated Pittsfield 3ee2 in the finals. During the season, three no-hitters, one of them a perfect game against St. John's, made history for Rudy and St. Mary. The season's impressive record: ll victories, 2 losses, l tie. 'rl :jx N E3 H , i . 1 tl msn, ri timmy ,Agn warmer, 35 fs 51 Ys SIHAHYQ fm 5, Front row, Iliff fo right: Jean Jacques, Donald Syriac, Leo Lawrence, Rudy Fortin, Coach Fernand Belair, Harold Cloutier, Anthony Sadoques, Kenneth Patch, Donald White. Second row: Gerard Lague, managvr, Victor Potvin, Norman Boucher, Jerry Gingras, John Lesnick, David Gaudette, Robert Caron, James McGuire, Daniel Leahy, assistant manager. 52 Sm X usgfij- in 'gfl3,hLE.,, Fran! row, lqfl In riglzl: Harold Cloutier, Rudy Fortin, Coach Fernand Belair. Svroml row: George Lippe, St. Louis Brownsg Dusty Morgan, New York Giantsg Bill O'Connor, Brooklyn Dodgersg Rev. Robert F. Griffin. -1 'lwlw - M4-19,5 'Ky ., , f,. V' v - ff' ix .N ,, - '-Qs: V ,mg , , - in K ',..,l-H fi-iff, Q A ir- . wwmx, if-nw-W fl l . y l A A as-rw. ,wk ' mg, f'if e ',Ai!iQQi5,,,,'fvgiiLuk sfwfig N ,Q 4 .:, il s-wwf ff g' lffmw'-vfgwvf ' -W C is .-- 5 45 ': fhihffm Q wif . ga , A , - ' 1 iff' . .1!'!,q,.iw ' A ' W' - V 0 fe - . . if ' -A .M l, , X Ne, U V . - ,.r'N7wff1 ',.'l 0 ,. ,- , 4 fe fl R-iq' +wnlsr:2ma+ wwe R ' W , .M WL.. '. 21 The camera catches Rudy in action as he pitches one of those famous balls. 53 X J .IX 'K , ns 'YQ 5 s,f?gfi Q 'X' Ti' figs 5 M? fl 5 S ' 2' fi! 22 if 'E 5 ? i Q. nf L QF? ? wr -NF? .M .W new nm- li 1 3 t Qi Q Q Use of our popular gym is reserved weekly on Wednesday afternoon for the high school girls under the direction of Sister Mary Delia. Marching in intricate patterns, per- forming all types of physical exercises, playing basketball, and square dancing pro- vide an interesting, varied program for the practice of good posture and of good sports- manship. A public exhibition of the work accomplished during the school year is presented each spring to an admiring audi- ence of parents and friends. Pictured below is this year's varsity basket- ball team: Slanding, lfgfl to righl: Marilyn Adams, Carolyn Rushwick, Jean Murphy, Lorraine Lague, Lorraine Bernier, Georgette Lemieux, Lois Herron, nmnrzgvr. Kneeling: Joanne Landry, Marie Dion, Roberta Har- nois, Beverly Drapeau, Madeleine Foisy, Joan Murphy. Girls' Physical Education and Basketball Square dancing is a source of enjoyment to the senior girls. at Locker room scene. Waiting for signals Football Intensive practice under Coach Omer Rousseau and his assistants, Kike George and Walt Granger, brought the St. Mary six-man team through a successful season. Playing the Eliot, Maine Indians on a home-to-home basis, the Comets won both games, bowing to a strong York, Maine sextet after playing the short season's best game. A more extensive schedule is planned for next fall. Referees decision Inspirational huddle Llzczrluulrrs add :est lo the game Good ball-playing ,gf Htf'M 4' -i'M Mmm . ull igV5MM'wf?1-,gk ?gij2,,M2 u , M , 5,.,:. , A ,sn , ' In F Q '- 1 ' af' x H MP, V .LU tha., V f ,wgQ.p J Q ' ' U :jg Ar. tax' Q if il ll ' -'!l 'lllll... l ' - ew,-.,,, .J 1 Y f' X 4 ' . . w The Juniors Barometric pressure is evidently being checked by our junior class officers: Thomas Barton, president, Robert St. Martin, vice-president, Rita Brodeur, secretary, Madeleine Foisy, treasurer. Firsl row, lqfl In riglzlz Yvette Nedeau, ,lane Prudhomme, Rosemary Nelson, Madeleine Foisy, Robert St. Martin, Thomas Barton, Rita Brodeur, Marie Dion, Margaret Clough, Mercedes Vigneault. Sm-urzrl row: Helen Archambault, Juliette Lefevre, Lucille Cote, ,Ioan Murphy, Jean Murphy, Carole Herron, Carolyn Rushwick, Marion John, Carol Stacy, Doris Morin. Third row: Roland Denis, John Lesnick, Francis LaRoche, Francis Carrier, Daniel Leahy, Donald Limoges, Roger Chalifour, Edward LeClair, George Veilleux, Norman Boucher, Louis Neider. 58 The Sophomores This happy-looking group of sophomore class ofTicers around the teacher's desk consists of Germain LaRoche, lJI't'Sl'f1t'Ilf, Leo St. Martin, l7lCt'-lJI'f'Sl.t1t'l1l, Margaret Eno, secrclary, Beatrice Lague, lrvrzsurvr. I l'I'Sl row, ltjfl In riglilz Marie Boardman, Gail Goodrich, Roberta Morin, Lorraine LaFlower, Beatrice Lague, Leo St. Martin, Germain LaRoche, Margaret Eno, Yvette Desrosiers, Dorothy Grover, Claire Latouche, Pauline Limoges. St'f'0I1lf row: Kenneth Patch, James Tebo, Mary Blood, Aurelie Desmarais, Patricia Vacarest, Barbara Lacasse, Virginia Dole, Elizabeth Ryan, Beverly Plant, Lorraine Genewicz, Lorraine Veilleux, Beverly Hamel, Henry LaPointe, Charles Bergeron. Tlzirrl row: Donald White, ,lean jacques, Richard Martineau, William McElreavy, Louis Zuccaro, David Girard, Leonard Gaffney, Victor Potvin, Kenneth Moran, David Mercier, Armand Sirois, Andre Poirier, Paul Gagne. 59 Green Carpet Day In late September, true to a firmly established tradition, the Seniors in- itiated the freshmen. The well- planned stunt program, entered into with zest by the freshmen, showed originality and imagination. It is debatable as to whether the Sisters, freshmen participants, the other high school students, or the huge grammar school audience enjoyed the antics most. 'And the local newspaper mark- ed the event by a front-page picture the next day! Jim Brunclle merrily UCl7lCt'f.'SH the program Eating marslzmiillows while singing results in strange sounds. Mglggggg all over, Daily Eagle plznlogmphcr Jack Tilchen caught planning an uznlimcv slzof. Eat goldfsh? Oh, no! 60 i The Freshmen Enjoying a pleasant, informal chat are freshmen class officers Phillip Raney, pres- ident, Roland Sirois, llift'-,III'l'Sflfl'I1f, Jeanne Labrecque, svrrvlary, Dolores Lacasse, Imm- urer. Firsl row, Ifjfl In riglzl: Ronald Thibodeau, Joan Bonneau, Pauline Marcotte, Patricia Picard, Jeanne Labrecque, Phillip Raney, Roland Sirois, Dolores Lacasse, Shirley Brassard, Elaine George, Robert Bonneau. Second row: Geraldine Barrette, Claire Veilleux, Claire Courtemanche, Florence Decoteau, Annette Moody, Suzanne Lambert, Theresa Lavoie, Carol Kangas, Josephine Carrier. Joan Small. Dorothy Leland, Jeannine Thibodeau. Third row: Laurence Biron, Robert John, Emmett Murray, John Cardi, John Herron, Robert Perron, Paul Slade, Arthur Ford, Earl Decoteau, Albert Dion, James Clough, Leo Denis. 61 531 f H fs- fm ff? 'f ci 'ififl F57 3 i' f f, J, gg my 1 f i I w K K A lf K A H6425 Ah ' new N6 , Q.-Nw- '?'f . . . W ,- , . gf W? , W WM,.m+W- .gwiz Mr. Philip Arioli Mr. Thomas Barton Mr. and Mrs. William Bent, Sr. Mrs. Gertrude Bernier Miss Rita Bonneau Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Burrows Mr. and Mrs. George Caron Miss Lorraine Dagenais Mrs. Regina Demers Mr. and Mrs. Marcel Desilets Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Dion Mr. and Mrs. Adelard Drapeau Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Gagne Mr. Gerald Gingras Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Herron L. F. Xavier and Gerard Lague Mr. and Mrs. R. W. Lambert Mr. Roland Marcotte Mr. Nicholas Marro Mrs. Iva McLin Mr. Gerry Wood Mr. John P. Wrenn Class of 1955 Class of 1956 Class of 1957 A 81 P Supermarket Adam Electronic of N. H., Inc. Agan's Barber Shop Agel-Corman Furniture Co. 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