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

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“Life is a jest and all things show it; I thought so once, and now I know it.” Central Junior High School (New Britain, Conn.), Holden High School. Junior Prom Committee 3. Many classes have been made livelier because of the wise cracks from our “ Jerry. ” He has an ever-ready wit and smile, is full of fun and always ready to lend assistance. His plans for the future are undecided, but we know he will find success wherever his path may lie. “It’s nice to be natural When you ' re naturally nice.” Major Edwards High School. Chorus 1. 2, 3, 4; Baseball 2; Cheerleader 2, 3; Junior Play 3; Junior Prom Committee 3. Did you ever see Claire when she was too busy to entertain you with her contagious good humor and wit? And yet she always has a full schedule. She has been an excellent cheer- leader and is interested in sports as a participant as well as a fan. Her ambition is to become a medical secretary. “A friendly face with a smile for all.” North High School (Worcester), Holden High School. Tennis 1; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4 (Co-captain 4); Softball 2 (Manager 3); Hockey 3, 4 (Co-captain 4); Glee Club 2 X 3; Student Librarian 3; Pep Squad Leader 3; Clarion Staff 3; Prize Speaking 3; Football Dance (Co-chairman) 3; Basketball Dance and Banquet (Co-chairman) 3; Junior Prom Committee 3; Refreshment Stand 4; Yearbook Staff, Business Manager 4. “Fletch” is certainly a welcome addition to every group. Her ready wit and flashing smile are sure to keep her popular wherever she goes. Full of life and very active in sports, she will be greatly missed. l ona (cl (idue re “Good nature and good sense are never separated.” Holden High School. Honor Roll 1, 2, 3; Class Treasurer 2; Football Dance Committee 3; Junior Prom Committee 3; Football 4. “Ron ' ’ is one of our handsome senior boys. One cannot be gloomy when “Ronnie’s” around. His magnetic personality and jovial ways have won him many friends. He plans to attend college next year. “I have three faults: Woman! Woman! Woman!” Clinton High School. Football 4. Part-way through the year, “Hairy left us to join the Navy. We hope he enjoys his life as a “gob” and that he finds smooth sailing both now and in after years. “A born athlete and mighty good fellow.” Holden High School. Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Student Council 1, 3; Football 2, 3, 4; Basketball 2, 3, 4; Class President 2, Vice- President 3; Junior Prom Committee (Co-Chairman) 3; School Paper 3; Monitor 4; Yearbook Staff 4. Those of us who know “Bob” are impressed by his friend- liness. He is a likeable fellow with a winning smile for everyone. He has won the admiration of his classmates by his outstanding ability in athletics. In his future plans, college and coaching are foremost. With his qualifications and ability he is well on the road to success. y4nn cJHotten J recl ilc ' ?Son “She’s just that which is neatest, sweetest and completest.” Holden High School. Glee Club 1, 4; Football Dance Com- mittee 3; Junior Prom Committee 3; Yearbook Staff, Artist 4. Ann seems so quiet that her quick wit surprises one. Many a dull evening has been brightened by her presence. When- ever extra help is needed, Ann is there with her artistic abilities and vivid imagination to help make the project a success. We hope happiness and success will be her constant companions in whatever she does.

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2ix2htcLr 2, ' avis “Thou art a scholar, henceforth Thy pathway lies among the stars.” Leominster High School. Orchestra 1; Basketball 1; Baseball 1; Yearbook Staff (Business Manager) 1, Associate Editor 4; Graduation Committee 2; Press Club 3; Guidance Office Assistant 3; Student Career Day Chairman 3; Band 4. Dix is one person we all envy, because no matter what the assignment, he always seems to have it done well in advance. We shall always remember Dix with his dark hair and eyes, his sense of fun and — his bassoon. Best of luck at Dartmouth, and take good care of your future patients! Join WJJuo 2, ' avis “All musical people seem to he happy.” Leominster High School. Basketball 1 ; Baseball 1 ; Football 1 ; Yearbook, Editor 1; Band 2, 3, 4; Orchestra 2, 3; Camera Club 3; Intramural Basket- ball 3, 4; Intramural Baseball 3; Yearbook Staff 4. Along with his happy-go-lucky ways John will be remembered for his excellent cornet playing and his part in the German band. Always around with a friendly word, he will be missed next year. a vis “Her ways were those of quietness.” Rutland High School. Glee Club 1 ; Junior Prom Committee 3. Although quiet, Kathleen can easily acquire and keep friends. Of an even temperament, she never complains about anything but takes things as they come. Kathleen pians to pursue a secretarial career, and our best wishes go with her. 2eX uca “Personality, a gleaming smile, An active mind, a friend worth-while.” Rutland High School. Pro Merito 3; Class Treasurer 1; Basketball 1, 2, 3; Glee Club 1,2; Class Vice-President 2: Class President 3; Student Council (Vice-President) 3; Class Secretary 4; Senior Cabinet 4; Yearbook Staff 4. A hard worker and a sincere friend, ‘ ' ■Rosie” makes her influence felt wherever she goes. Her list of activities proves what everyone knows already — she is dependable, efficient, and a very skillful basketball player. She looks forward after graduation to a position in the commercial field. JCinpL, Willi, icim “Laugh and the world laughs with you.” Major Edwards High School. Basketball 1, 2, 3; Baseball 2; Chorus 2, 3; Class Treasurer 2, 3, 4: Junior Play 3; Junior Prom Committee 3; Senior Cabinet 4; Yearbook, Business Manager 4. “Kings” is a fellow with a bubbling personality, whom one cannot help but like. He is in and out of everything from being a very capable business manager of the Yearbook to serving as class treasurer, an office which has given him the affectionate nickname, “Moneybags.” Kingsley is a skillful dancer and knows a great variety of steps. He plans to take up business administration in college. anjanne 2oJ “Her friends — they are many, Her foes — are there any?” Holden High School. Honor Roll 1, 2, 3, 4: Class Vice-President 1; Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Chorus 4; Student Council 2, 3; Junior Prom Committee (Chairman) 3; A. A. Treasurer 3; Student Council (Secretary) 3; Class Secretary 3; Yearbook Staff 4; Senior Play 4; Monitor 4. Maryanne is one of our most popular girls. Efficient, capable, and a true friend, she will surely be as successful in college as she has been in high school. The Class of ? 55 wishes her the best of luck in the college of her choice. “Whatever is worth doing at all Is worth doing well.” Stockbridge High School, Holden High School. Honor Roll 1. 2, 3. 4; Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1; Orchestra 1, 2 (Accompanist 4); Class Vice- President 2; Dramatic Club 2; Student Librarian 2; Class Ring Committee 2; Clarion (Co-Editor) 3; Hockey, Assistant Manager 4; Business Manager. Yearbook 4. Martha has a winning personality and a pleasant disposition. She is studious and conscientious, with a high scholastic rating. Following gradu- ation Martha plans to enter a liberal arts college, where she hopes to major in sociology and study organ. We feel sure she will climb high on the ladder of success. I

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“Talks she early, talks she late; Talks she all the time.” Major Edwards High School. Honor Roll 1, 2, 3; Honor Society 3; Softball Co-Manager 1, 2; Basketball Manager 2; Chorus 2, 3; Basketball 3; Junior Prom Committee 3; Junior Play 3; School P aper (Typist) 3; Student Bank Teller 4. Laura is best known for her thespian abilities as witnessed by the highly successful role she played in the junior play. Laura’s future, however, will not lie in acting but in the commercial field. “Serious and well behaved, Never any trouble gave.” Holden High School. Marilyn has gone her quiet way among us for four years. Those who know her best have found the truth of the saying, “Once a friend always a friend.” She takes with her the good wisnes of her classmates as she enters an office next year. “What care I when I can rest. Kill time and take life at its best?” Holden High School. Football 1; Junior Prom Committee 3; Football Dance Committee 3. “Jim” is one of the easiest persons to get along with in out- class. Always ready to help a fellow student get a task done or chase away the blues, he will be missed. May Dame Fortune smile on whatever career he chooses. “How forcible are right words.” Holden High School. Rutland High School. Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Baseball Manager 1: Football Manager 2; Basketball 3. “Gibby” is- the talker in our class, always ready for a friendly discussion. When he gives you his views on a subject, you feel he must be right. A “regular fellow,” he has a pleasant word for all. We know he will do his best in whatever line of work he chooses. “Wit and wisdom are born with a man.” Major Edwards High School. French Club 1; Latin Club 1; Chorus 1, 2; Baseball 1, 2. When one thinks of Warner, one thinks of a sparkling personality, abounding sense of humor, and “Jackie,” his girl. Warner is just one of those regular guys that have loads of friends. He has great plans for the future — Air Force and college. Without a doubt he will make good. l oLert Inti on j CjooJt now “All do so like saints appear, We know not who’s the devil here.” Holden High School. Glee Club 1, 2 (Boys’ Sextette 1); Bas- ketball 1, 3; Baseball 1, 2, 3; Clarion Staff 3; Senior Play Production 4; Monitor 4; Football 4. There is no mistaking “Goody” as he saunters into the room with a song and a “wisecrack.” His happy-go-lucky air and easy-to-get-along-with personality have made him one of the most popular members of our class. “Goody” plans to take a forestry course at the University of Massachusetts. “A winning girl with a winning way.” Holden High School. Honor Roll 1, 2. 4; Softball 1; Freshman Assembly 1; Class Vice-President 1; Clarion Staff 1; Hockey 1, 2, 4; Pep Squad 2; Senior Dance Committee 4; Bank Teller 4; Dramatics 4; Glee Club 4; Basketball Manager 4; Cheerleader 4: Yearbook Staff 4. Marcia has accomplished the unusual feat of finishing high school in three years. She has many talents, one of which is skill in art. Her abilities and willingness to work are sure to bring her great rewards. She will be entering college in the fall.