Russell Sage College - Sage Leaves Yearbook (Troy, NY)

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MARTON ROBERTS Physical Education A sprinkling of freckles across a mobile face . . . What are yon thinking? dream¬ ing? . . . Soft dark eyes freckled with un¬ spoken feelings and unnoticed depths . . . Satisfying to every mood ... A hearty laugh, evidence of pure enjoyment . . . Quiet acceptance . . . Determined strides . . . Possessive of the understanding qual¬ ities of the good listener” . . . The steadying influence of straight thinking . . . Unestimated reserve of power . . . Angelic stubbornness . . . Stability . . . Cheerful greetings . . . Teasing . . . Friendship delicately defined, serenely expressed. RUSSELL SAGE MARGERY I. ROSE Business Education Relaxation long enough to enjoy this minute . . . Nearly always ready on the spur of the moment for the consummation of an interesting idea . . . Concern for friends and their families ... A real horse¬ woman . . . That certain Bostonian accent and charm . . . Laughter . . . Radio pro¬ grams . . . Amazing capacity for having her work up to date . . . Alertness . . . The dark warmth of an olive complexion . . . gaiete de coeur or sadness in response to others’ moods . . . Beneath a gay exterior that quality and refinement of genuine worth. 92

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RUSSELL SAGE HELEN V. ROBERTS Home Economics Reserved and quiet ... A lovely smile reflecting the clear, cool depths of quiet pools . . . An even deliberate thinker, keeping issues in a proper prospective . . . An interested listener, a tactful advisor . . . Unassuming and modest but inspiring a true confidence . . . Efficiency meaning a job well done . . . Meticulous in dress and action . . . An enviable school-girl complexion ... A delight in exacting the secrets of a surprise parfait and a blushing acknowledgment of this idiosyncrasy . . . A steadying influence in a turbulent world. Nursing The ideal companion—Interested, un¬ derstanding, responsive to others” prob¬ lems . . . Piquant, laughing face with black curly hair . . . Keen intellect with every¬ day application . . . Quick-gestured, alert . . . Rhythmic tapping of heels along the corridor . . . Ready laughter and sly satire . . . Speech characterized by perfect enunciation and low even tones . . . Vocal leader of the musical nurses . . . Intense fondness for music . . . Popular and classi¬ cal ... A strong penchant for sleep— morning, afternoon—but not night.

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EDNA M. RYAN Home Economics A wholesome and lively manner ... A true Utopian spirit . . . Music evidenced by Glee Club, choir . . . Teaching Home Economics . . . Keen to try something new, especially the bizarre and unusual . . . Satisfied with life in general with an ac cent on Oh, I think it would he fun” . . . A determined air which repels discourage¬ ment . . . Frank and outspoken as a rule hut always modified by a kind regard for others . . . Ever helpful and always aiming to please. Quaint, the charm of Beth in Little Women . . . Flared skirts, fuzzy sweaters, trinkets that match ... A smile that radiates sunshine and friendliness . . . Eternally knitting . . . Soft, fluffy ac¬ cessories so dear to the feminine heart . . . Crisp white uniforms, indicative of cakes, cookies, and pies . . . An infectious giggle . . . An imperturbable good humor ... A warm heart . . . Deep-rooted loyalty . . . A sympathetic and understanding atten¬ tion . . . The swirling center of a stag line with a petite nosegay symbolically clasped in a tiny mittened hand. CLASS OF 1939 93