Following graduation, he worked for Glenbar Fabrics in Lowell before entering the Navy. Bassett reached the rank of lieutenant while serving on a Navy destroyer (1943-45).
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Louis L. Bassett
'37 (Baseball, Basketball
& Football)
(1982) - A true all-around athlete (1933-37) at Lowell Textile,
Louis J. Bassett earned 11 varsity letters in football,
basketball, and baseball. A four-year starter in both
football and basketball, he also served as team captain in both
sports. In football, although small in size, he was a fine
running back. As a forward in basketball, he helped lead
his school to one of their best seasons with a 17-5 record his
junior year. Bassett played several infield positions for
the Textile baseball team. Active in other school affairs
besides sports, Bassett served in his senior year as the class
treasurer.