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

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RICHARD COOPER Silence is golden. Skeezix is a quiet but industrious student. His ability to tinker with cars should help him in his plans to attend a technical school. MAUREEN GAIL COVE A jolly girl, a live-wire, the kind of which you never tire. Reeney is gay, exciting, enthusiastic, and always has ideas for good times. Her cheerful personality has won her many friends. She ' ll have her patients in two kinds of stitches when she follows through her plans for a nursing career. Homeroom Representative 2; Intramural Club 2, 3, 4 (President 4); Junior Prom Committee 3; Latin Club 2; Majorettes 3, 4; Senior Play 4; Spanish Club 3, 4 (Treasurer 3, 4). DIANN COYLE To know her is a lasting treat. Diann has not been here for long, but everyone knows her. Her ability to make friends has made her one of the most popular seniors. We all know what an excellent cheerleader she is. Diann hopes to go to William and Mary, and major in math. If her success here in such a short time is any example of her ability, we ' re sure she will be an outstanding student. Springfield High School, Philadelphia, Pa. 1, 2, 3; Cheerleading 3, 4; Cheerleading Club 2, 3; Chorus 2, 3, 4; French Club 4; Hockey Team 1, 4; Honor Roll 2, 3, 4; Interclass Hockey and Baseball 2, 3; Intramural Club 4; Junior Prom 3; Lacrosse Team 3; Senior Play 4; Willard Club 4; Yearbook Staff 4. PEARL ELSIE CRAWFORD In quietness lies hidden friendship. Although Pearl isn ' t one to always talk, she doesn ' t overlook the fact that friends are an asset. She is a lasting friend with a personality to fit her mme. Pearl enjoys collecting popular records. Her plans for the future are to become a secretary. JUDITH JOY CROSBY The happiness of the heart causeth a fair color in the face. Small, blonde, fun-loving—these words describe Blondie. Everyone knows her because wherever she goes she leaves her mark. Her pleasing smile and light, airy conversation, combined with her magnetic personality will assure her great success as a dental assistant. Intramural Club 2, 3, 4; Monitor 4. WILLIAM JAMES CUNNINGHAM A good player unequalled, a sportsman complete; a good one to follow, a hard one to beat. The name Jim Cunningham is familiar to everyone, for Jim is a natural leader. For two consecutive years his classmates have shown their approval of his methods by electing him president of the class. In the fall Jim can always be found on the football field with the team. In the field of track, Jimmy became interested in the discus throw, and he soon developed the form and ability of a mature athlete. Class President 3, 4; Football 1, 2, 3, 4 (co-captain 4); Gym Leader Corps 2, 3, 4; Harvard Club Book Award 3; Honor Roll I, 2, 3, 4; Intramural Club 2, 3, 4; National Honor Society 3, 4; Student Council 3, 4; Track I, 2, 3, 4; Varsity Club 3, 4. RICHARD EARL DALTON No one knows what he can do till he tries. Digger is one of our many classmates who entered Wachusett after its initial year, but he has the distinction of coming from Alabama. Quiet and unassuming, a smile and a word of greeting will invariably be returned by his shy, friendly smile. Success at the General Electric Apprentice Course is assured him, for loyalty and perseverance are most welcome traits. Selma Junior High School (Selma, Alabama) 1; Band 1, 2; Christmas Play 3; Senior Play 4; Spanish Club 3. RICHARD JOHN DARBY Building castles in the air. Dick ' s an unassuming fellow, but a hard working, loyal friend when you get to know him. He favors the field of aviation whether it be planes in model or actual size.

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DIANE BYRON In quietness lies hidden friendship. Diane brings a quiet, friendly atmosphere wherever she goes. Her pleasant and cooperative ways have won her many friends. To some, Diane probably seems quiet and shy, but to those who know her, she is a sincere, lively friend. We all wish her success in her college career. French Club 3; Girls ' Intramural Club 2, 3; Yearbook Staff 4. JEAN ANGELA CALCIA She is witty, gay, and clever, yet scorns not endeavor. Witty, vivacious, ingenious and intelligent are the four traits which best describe Jeanie. Dependability and hard work make her a friend to all who know her. Always busy, always bright, she carries the task of Editor-in-chief of the Wachusett Echo. We know she ' ll be a hard worker in the business world. Echo Staff (editor) 4; Honor Roll 1, 2, 3, 4; Intramural Club 3; Junior Play Committee 3; Monitor 3; National Honor Society 3, 4; Senior Play 4; Yearbook Staff 4. ROBERT HENRY CAREY The deepest rivers flow with the least sound. Bob, so tall and so quiet, is one of those mysterious Aggie boys. The shy type who has little to say, he nevertheless possesses much wit. The future holds in store for him an occupation in dairy farming. Future Farmers of America 1, 2, 3, 4. BERNARD OSCAR CARLSON A little mischief now and then is relished by the best of men. Bernie, with his jocular manner and friendly ways may be seen many times driving his car or crawling under it to fix something that ' s broken, for he is a car enthusiast. Bernie will probably find something to do with cars in the Service, which he plans to enter after graduation. JOHN GARY CARLSON Speech be better than silence. Of course it ' s a Ford! Is there any other kind? This is Jack ' s best known expression and it has become a trademark with him. Besides talking about cars, Jack ' s many hobbies include hunting and fishing. He has become quite an authority on hunting—one good look at his rifle collection proves it. He wants to teach high school and we all wish him the best of luck, knowing that he will never fail in anything that he sets his mind to. Camera Club 4; Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3; Intramural Volleyball 2; Monitor 3; Junior Prom Committee 3; Senior Prom Committee 4. JOHN WILLIAM CARLSON All do so like saints appear we know not who ' s the devil here. Jack can brighten up any group with his wit and personality. One of his weaknesses is women, and one of his interests is drawing. He has proven both to us in the past four years. We know he will succeed in college and the service. Intramural Football 3; Intrampral Softball 2; Intramurol Volleyball 3, 4; Monitor 3; Track 3, 4. PAUL HOWARD CHRISTENSEN The quiet ones are those who gain the most. A hard worker, Chris is interested in all kinds of sports. He has enlivened many a class with his quick wit, and his sincerity is a quality which will insure success and happiness for him. The Navy will be receiving a valuable member, when he joins this summer. Intramural Basketball 3, 4. DIANE MARY COOKE There ' s none whose style is so neat, whose smile is so sweet. Cookie is best known for her love of fun. Her warm personality and radiant smile have won her many friends. Cookie ' s interest and ability in sports have been a qreat asset to our girl ' s basketball team. Her inexhaustible supply of energy for cheering the team on to victory is always evident at sports events. Diane ' s winning ways are a sure road to success and we all wish her the best of luck in her secretarial work. Basketball 1, 2, 3; Class Cabinet 2; Intramural club 1, 2, 3, 4; Monitor 4; Pep Squad 2; Yearbook Staff 4; Varsity Club 3, 4; Prom Committee 4. 15

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PETER DAVIS Dimples in his chin, devil within. Pete is that good-looking fellow who seems rather shy, but he can be full of mischief when he is in the mood. The outdoor type, Pete enjoys swimmirtg and boating. May great success be his at college. Holden High School 1; Intramural Club 3; Junior Cabinet 3. ROBERT ALVIN DAVIS Sighed and looked, and sighed again. Who ' s that cute redhead? That ' s our boy. Bob. His quiet wit and lively personality nave mad e him well liked. We know that in the Marine Corps, college, and whatever profession he decides upon his personality and willingness to help will be two of his greatest assets. French Club 4; Intramural Club 2, 3, 4; Intramural Basketball 2, 3; Intramural Football 2, 3, 4; Intramural Volleyball 3; Intramural Softball 2; Junior Cabinet 3; Senior Cabinet 4; Senior Prom Committee 4; Track 3. JUDITH ANN DESROSIERS Laugh and the world laughs with you. A giggle resounding through the hall and everyone knows Judy ' s around. With her sense of humor and good nature, she has cheered many of us in the past four years. She has a keen interest in horses and is quite an artist. Her weakness, missing school busses; her excuse, forgetting her lunch. Pep Squad 2; Senior Play 4; Yearbook Staff 4. ROBERT PAUL DONAHUE He may not convince you, but he argues on. Musical, full of fun. Bob is one of our Senior comedians. None of us will forget the excellent job he has done as band leader. He plans to enter college next fall and major in business administration. A diligent worker, his future will certainly be bright. Band 1, 2, 3, 4 (secretary-treasurer 2, president 4); Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Christmas Play 1, 2, 3, 4; Echo Staff 1; French Club 4; Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Intramural Football 3; Junior Play 3; Junior Prom Committee 3; Senior Prom Committee 4; Senior Talent Show 1, 2; Student Council 2. BERNARD DOUGLAS All musical people seem to be happy. There ' s Bernie, tapping the floor with his shining slippers. Everyone knows Bernie for his ability to dance. Along with his happy-go-lucky ways, Bernie will be remembered for his many performances on the stage. Always going around with a friendly word, he will be greatly missed next year. Band 2, 3, 4; Chorus 2, 4; Glee Club 3, 4; Intramural Club 1, 2, 3, 4. LESLIE ALAN DOWNER Worry and I have never met. Les likes sports, particularly hunting. Besides his activity on the track team, he enjoys eating, but keeps his figure. We all wish for him good fortune as a future farmer. Future Farmers of America 2, 3, 4; Library Club 3; Track 3, 4. SANDRA JUNE ERICKSON A maiden friendly and self-possessed, attractive, poised and trimly dressed. Quiet, usually, she is a true friend. Her warm personality and winning smile will see her easily over life ' s long road. Future Homemakers of America 4; Library Club 2; Majorettes 4; Pep Squad 2. PATRICIA ANN FISKE Music in her heart and mischief in her eye. Although Pat appears quiet on the surfoce, her gaiety and amiability are familiar to those who know her well. Her sweet smile and bubbling personality are loved by all. Pat ' s future includes plans for a secretarial career and she is sure to achieve her goal. Honor Roll 1, 2, 3; National Honor Society 3, 4.