Belmont High School - Blueprint Yearbook (Belmont, MA)

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1923 THE CHAMELEON 1923 IAKV IcI)KH. I()TT The class of ’23 is particularly blest in its number of musi- cians and appreciators of music. To both of these classes Mary belongs. Because she is very quiet, almost shy, only the few who have chanced to pass her home while she was performing have been privileged to hear her music. Besides these talents, she has great executive ability, and we feel sure that she will make a name for herself either in the busi- ness or the musical world. H.AItLKS .McDONAIJ) Have you a little fairy in your home? Our class of ’23 has a red-hcaded one. There is more surplus energy in “Red” than in a couple of cans of blasting powder, but he can con- trol it. Neither his humor nor his grins can be squelched; they are irresistible. As assistant cheer-leader of the school, he blows off a little steam now and then. He comprises five feet of mischief with enough intelligence thrown in to make this interesting. May he carry his good nature with him through life, bringing cheer to his future associates as he has to his classmates! WI.Ml ' ISKl) .AIcDKK.MOTT Winifred has been a good student from the days when she was a mere freshman with her hair hanging in a thick braid down her back, until now when, as a dignified .senior, her long braid is replaced by a sizable pug pinned to the back of her head. She can cleverly make the fiddle strings hum, being a valuable first violinist to our School Orchestra. Her merits, however, do not stop here, for s ' lc is a faithful friend and an enjoyable companion. ISAIii:i, .McKKN IK As clever and efficient as she is quiet, and as talented and well liked as shf» is clever. That’s Isabel all over. Although she is not very forward at “starting the ball rolling,” she is always ready to enjoy a good time. Isabel is fond of sports, especially tennis, skating, and swimming. It has been rumored that during her moonlight plunges she charmed all the fish with her rich, melodious voice; this may be true, but no more so than the way she charmed Belmont audiences in her role as O Toya San during the performance of “O Hara San.” A la fin, Isabel is a good student, a good friend, and a good sport. [ 16]

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1923 THE CHAMELEON 1923 DK ' K liOlD Foi- four years “Dick” has been the prime mover in all our class activities. In all that he has done, he has manifested his exceptional ability and willingness, being an active par- ticipant in arranging our social affairs, serving as our Sopho- more president, and last, but by no means least, officiating as the very able editor-in-chief of our “Chameleon.” “Dick” seems to have been blest by most of the Muses. Aided by Cleo he has been able to drag down an A in History, to say nothing of his other studies; Euterpe is responsible for his agility at the piano and “sax;” Terpsichore also has been generous, for “Dick” pushes a mean Douglas. All in all “Dick” is one of the most talented and popular members of our class. EDYTHh: TAl-KIX A truly vivacious young lady, — half the life of the class, — is Miss Edith (beg pardon) Edijthe Lufkin. No matter what sort of social activity appears, we notice her in the midst of the bustle, working “to beat the band.” Wasn’t our senior prom a remarkable success? You bet it was, with all due thanks to Edythe. She is a born actress, pos.sessing a sweet little voice which added greatly to the success of our operetta “O Kara San.” However, there is one thing which causes her much unseemly worry and anxiety, and that is whether to cut her hair again or let it grow. We know that she will be very grateful to anyone who will help her solve this ever increasing problem. MARY MAItEAX The girl with all the pep, so pretty, and vivacious, such a splendid dancer, so captivating and popular! Everybody likes her! She lives up to her brunette piquancy and has time for numerous social activities. Mary has also succeeded in eloping with the highest record for our four years’ residence in this classic institution. What more do we need to say? EHAXKLIX Mc(’OY Studious, illu.strious, industrious — here “Mac” is summed up in three words; studious in school, illustrious in the art of soda-slinging, industrious in radio. Do not forget, Mac, that silence only hides your ready wit. “Let your light shine” and lighten the hearts of those about you. We know you have ability from the manner in which you managed baseball this spring, and as for wit and humor — just ask your friends. [15]

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1923 THE CHAMELEON 1923 (JIjEXXA MrMAXX Our class baby has grown tremendously during the past two years, now looking down upon the world with a merry smile. Dimples are beginning to appear on her tiny cheeks, and her chubby hands busy themselves in drawing, mathe- matics, and in composing English themes of note. To our dismay she has entitled herself to a much higher rank in her studies than many of the older, more profound students; in- deed, her mind is as bi ' oad as she is long. At present we cannot fathom the mind of our prodigy, but we are confident that if we miss her in the fields of literature and art, we shall see her in some fashion show, giving more beauty to the garment with her permanent smile. I’H.VXCIS MEAD This is no other than our youth of hockey fame. As man- ager of this year’s hockey team, “Hannie” has accomplished the seemingly impossible; we all wish to congratulate him. Not only did he manage the team, but he was a regu- lar player also, and more than one tally was credited to him. Incidentally, Francis was up near the front when brains were given out, and also managed to grab a pleasing per- sonality. A true sport and a regular fellow, “Hannie” can have oui- vote at any election. WIEIAA3I .1. .MIEEETT Who was the star center of our football team last fall? You don’t need to ask twice. Conspicuous in his nose-guard, “W. J.,” “Bill,” or “Buckets,” whichever appellafon you pre- fer, performed valiantly for his team. The report is that this fiery “center” completely wrecked at least a dozen of said nose-guards in the heat of the contest. His splendid physique, genial smile, and general air of contentment and benevolence, have earned him many a friend. Although he is not a wizard at books and is so.newhat bashful, we know that there is a bright future in store for “W. J.” Our best wishes, “Buckets”! EKED . lOXKOE Friends, this is Freddie, our two-sided man. In class he is but a pale apparition of his real self, a wasted, emaciated youth. But let him get away from school and he assumes his original shape. A happy-go-lucky chap, he is rich in friends. Tell us, Fred? What is it you so dread? Is it our teaching staff or merely a bothersome conscience? [17]