Belmont High School - Blueprint Yearbook (Belmont, MA)

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1923 THE CHAMELEON 1923 THELMA HIHBAHD As a freshman, Thelma’s most apparent attribute was her curls; as a senior, it is her smile. Only on rare occasions do we see her, and not her smile. “Teddy as we like to call her, is a living example of the principle, among our younger set, that one can be both cute and capable. Any- thing that she attempts goes off with a flourish, whether it be acting or writing poetry. We like to point her out as the all-round, B. H. girl, the first who will make the “Who’s Who,” not only because she is so charming, but also on ac- count of her marked success in all her undertakings. EDITH JOHXSOX Wonder of wonders, and prodigy of prodigies, a girl whose tongue is not in perpetual motion ! Although she is rather reserved, all those who know her well will agree that she is a most sympathetic, good-natured friend, and the most will- ing helper that can be found. There is real substance to her character which makes her a right good companion. When in history Edith makes an exceptionally brilliant reci- tation, Miss Annie Johnson takes great pride in saying, “Oh, yes, the Johnsons are always smart.” Of course they are! ETHEL KAY Ethel of the curly hair! When we think of those cluster- ing curls, we realize how lucky she is to be exempt from the agony of stiff, painful curlers. Ethel is always quiet and unassuming, yet through her sincere friendliness, she has become one of our most popular classmates. “Ready for fun and ready for work,” seems to be her motto. ELIZABETH KEEFE “Of all the things I like the best. Dancing is the Jolliest.” Perhaps some day “Betty” will surprise us by becoming the world’s champion, non-stop dancer. You never can tell! “Betty” ranks among the popular girls of the class. Al- though she is not “Neck-and-Neck” with our valedictorian yet she makes up for it in other ways. So cheer up, “Betty,” all men need digestible food and efficient wives. [13]

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1923 THE CHAMELEON 1923 m i«;ahkt hap(;ooi) Happy, happy, all day long! That is how “Happy” ac- quired her nickname. This smiling young lady entered our midst but three years ago, and, becau.se lessons are her chief enjoyment, she is now a full-fledged senior. The old saying that studying makes one grow old and sedate has found an exception, for Margaret is as lively and full of fun as when she entered the portals of our school. HOWAKI) HAHT The prince, the poor disappointed lover of “0 Hara San,” no one can forget. He is the gentleman whose name we have just mentioned. And that is only one side of his character. Artist, ball player, student and true friend comprise other characteristics that he possesses. Although this much can be attributed to him, his modesty and quiet demeanor often tend to lessen his capabilities. Nevertheless, “How” will never fear for a place in our memories. Pi:iS( ILl-A HK.NSHAW To all appearances Priscilla is quiet and dignified, but — looks are deceiving. In this case a bubbling fountain of mirth is successfully disguised by a thin covering of ice, namely, dignity. “Percie” is fond of sports, school (home lessons a specialty!!) and loves to dabble with various cook- ing utensils. She is the best cure for a sad heart that can be found. THKIAIA HOIAIA.V This is the young lady who joined our happy throng last year. From Thelma, we have often looked for a display of temper to match her Titian hair, but our expectations have always been unfulfilled. Indeed nothing could be further from the nature of this sunny tempered, rotund young lady. In addition she is an able dressmaker and a faithful student. [12]

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1923 THE CHAMELEON 1923 ( HAKI.KS KKIiI-0(;G Allow us to present our formula for a successful class president — magnetic personality, grace and true ability, well mixed. We are unanimous in declaring “Charlie” Kellogg the embodiment of all these desirable quali es. The versa- tility of our Junior President is manifeste (i in more ways than one. Manager, interior decorator (of dance halls), salesman, all this is in the day’s work for “Cheerful Charlie.” We are confident he will be a credit to whatever line he takes up in the future. -MIU.ICK.NT KI.NtiSCKV Here’s the young lady who has laughed her way through high school. Even history with its gruesome tales has been unable to subdue her. Millicent’s ever-ready wit and sugar- coated sarcasm have been the sole means of saving the class’ “Calamity Janes” from nervous prostration. She is repeat- edly detailing the “wonderful motor trip she had during the afternoon” and the “marvelous movie she attended in the evening,” to .say nothing of the two or more enjoyable hours she spent in studying. But Millicent, your lessons are usually done, so we shall have to confess that you are just naturally clever. It has been said that Millicent is the best cure for sad hearts. Indeed, after graduation we expect that she will rival Mildred Champagne in her “advice to the lovelorn.” MAKIE l,. liO.NTE Clever, studious, ambitious, musical, artistic, all of these qualities apply to our Marie. She is a veritable ray of sun- shine — always happy and wanting to make others so. The saying goes that people who possess red hair have fiery tem- pers; therefore, we are inclined to believe that her hair is not red. She is the young lady who always dresses in Dame Fashion’s latest. If you desire advice in dressmaking or millinery, just go to Marie; we ' ll guarantee that she can sat- isfy you to a “T”. ItABIiAKA COO.MKIi It is said that one does not love an object that cannot re- turn the affection; nevertheless, there are exceptions to every rule, for certainly “Bab’s” bed must love her, because it hates so much to give her up in the morning. But cheer up! Bet- ter late than never! Barbara is one of the b’st liked girls in the class. Ever ready to laugh or to be serious, she enters into the spirit of the thing with ardent zeal. We understand that she is to be an instructor of young minds. Our best wishes for your utmost success, Barbara! [14]