Wachusett Regional High School - Wachusett Yearbook (Holden, MA)

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MELVIN JOE McCUBBIN Mel” East Princeton The greater man, the greater courtesy .” Holstein High, Iowa, 1, 2, 3; Honor Roll 2; Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; All School Play 2; Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Track 1; Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 3; Boys State 3. Mel” has only been with us one short year but he’s made many friends. His western accent intrigues us and his courtesy has im¬ pressed us. Is that what the West is like, Mel”? With his training and ability to learn we know Me l” will go far. MICHAEL FRANCIS MORRISSEY Calment Hill, Princeton Mike” Is not life a hundred times too short for us to bore ourselves?” Athletic Association, Vice President 4; Foot¬ ball 3, 4; Baseball 3, 4; Basketball 2, 3, 4. Mike” has been one of our outstanding athletes. His love of sport and fine sense of humor have often given him new friends. We hope he’ll be as much of a leader in his chosen field as he has been in sports. RALPH BERTIL NORDQUIST Salisbury Street, Holden A merry heart that laughs with ease ” Honorable Mention 3; Senior Play Cast 4; Clarion Staff 4. Many of our classes have been brightened by Ralph’s witty remarks. He always has a friendly smile and a cheery hello.” His per¬ sonality and vast knowledge are sure to be an asset in his future undertaking. CYNTHIA ANN PERRY Cyn” 2 Lincoln Street, Holden Cynnie” None name her, but to praise her.” Pro Merito 3; Honor Roll 1, 2, 3; Student Assembly 3,4; Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Student Council 4; Basketball 3 ; Field Hockey 2, 3, 4; All State Concert 3,4; Refreshment Stand 4; Girls Sextette 3; Operetta 2; Class Night Speaker 4. Cynthia can always be counted on as a true friend. Her capability and pleasing per¬ sonality assures us of her becoming an out¬ standing nurse. The glee club will certainly miss her splendid voice, which has been the high spot of so many musical performances. 25

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PRISCILLA MARY LaPRADE Pris” Wachusett Street, Holden We find in life exactly what we put into it.” Pro Merito 3, 4; Honor Roll 1, 2, 3, 4; Librarian 4; Mathematics Club 2; Refresh¬ ment Stand 4; Business Manager—Football Dance 3; Business Manager—Senior Play 4; Business Manager—Junior Prom 3. Priscilla is one of our hardest workers. Although she appears quiet, her friends know how fun-loving she really is. Good Luck, Pris,” in Nurses’ Training. ELIZABETH ANN LAUKKANEN Main Street, Jefferson Betty” A friendly smile can beat a large estate .” Pro Merito 3, 4; Honor Roll 1, 2, 3; Mathe¬ matics Club 2; Refreshment Stand 4; Busi¬ ness Manager—Junior Movie 3; Business Manager—Senior Play 4; Senior Play Promp¬ ter 4; Junior Assembly 3; Senior Assembly 4; Field Hockey 3, 4; Girls State 3; Pep Squad 4; Traveling Assembly 4. Betty” is always ready for a good time. She will long be remembered for her willing¬ ness to work and her eagerness to help. She has been of great help to us in running the business end of so many of our activities. We know Betty” will have happiness and success in her work as a secretary. CAROLE VIOLA LINDGREN Stonleigh Road, Chaffins In silence there’s a worth that brings no risk.” Pro Merito 3,4; Honor Roll 3,4; Glee Club 4; Librarian 4; Magazine Drive Manager 4; Refreshment Stand 4; Booster Club 3 (Com¬ merce High). In the two years she has been with us, Carol has won many friends. With her sin¬ cere manner, and sweet smile she’s always willing to help on all our projects. As a secretary, she’ll go far. MARY JOAN MAJEWSKI Chapel Street, Chaffins Serious and well behaved, Never any trouble gave.” Honor Roll 3; Honorable Mention 2; Stu¬ dent Assembly 2, 3, 4; Junior Assembly 3; Senior Assembly 4; Art 1,2; Majorette 1, 2, 3, 4; Spring Concert 3. Mary’s baton twirling and capability as head majorette will certainly be missed. Her tireless efficiency and sparkling personality have made her popular with everyone. Mary’s chosen career in the secretarial field will take her far. 24

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CONRAD CHARLES POIRIER Fisher Road, Holden Pierre” Good humor is goodness and wisdom combined” Football 4; Basketball 1. Who’s that with the flashy vest? Why that’s Pierre” who has enlightened many a class with his wise-cracks. With his pleasing personality and winsome ways, we know he will be a success in whatever he undertakes. CAROL ANN POWERS 3 Raymond Street, Holden The only way to have a friend is to be one. Leominster High School 1, 2, 3; Honor Roll 4; Senior Play Cast 4; Glee Club 4; Refresh¬ ment Stand 4. Carol joined us in our Senior year. This has not kept her from making many friends. She has indeed been a great asset to the class and will continue to be in her future years as a secretary. ROBERT LAWRENCE PRICE Bob” 22 West Street, Paxton The world is always ready to receive talent with open arms” Pro Merito 3, 4; Honor Roll 1, 2, 3; Clarion Staff 3, 4; Football 3; Baseball 1; Basketball 2, 3; Junior Prom. Bob” is our class artist. Without his clever cover designs the Clarion would not be what it is. He is always willing to lend a hand. Our best of luck goes with him to University of Massachusetts. BARBARA FLORENCE ROBINSON Pond Street, Paxton Barb” The twinkle in her eye, the sparkle in her smile, a winning combination” Bridge Academy 1; Cheerleader 1; Holiday Frolics 1; Pro Merito 3, 4; Honorable Men¬ tion 1, 2, 3; Glee Club 1. Barb” is an honor student yet fun-loving too. After graduation she intends to further her education. With her ability and smiling personality, we know she will have many happy years at college. 26