Belmont High School - Blueprint Yearbook (Belmont, MA)

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1923 THE CHAMELEON 1923 DOHOTHY STKKHIT To “Dot” is wished all the success that the business world offers. Her untiring spirit, her many accomplishments — cooking, sewing, secretarial work, — fashioned with her schol- astic abilities, will carry her to the top notch of success. “Dot” valiantly conquei’ed Burke, repulsed the enemies in American History, and for four long years firmly held the fort against failure. Both efficient and dependable, “Dot” is ready to lend a hand or enjoy a good time. AXX. STHOX(i Anna is one of our most diminutive members, but oh my! how she can draw, and how she can write! One would never imagine that she could compose such brilliant, original themes as she has. Her vivid imagination carries us “above the clouds;” the man in the Moon, Mars, and other planets, that she has graphically described to us in a most charm- ing manner, are among her intimate acquaintances. When Anna arises to expound her knowledge, her thoughts seem blank and obscure, but by dint of argument and persuasion, a most fanciful mind, brimming with bright ideas, is re- vealed. Outside of school her mind is still in action, and we see a dignified, yet vivacious young person. Jl IJ. SI LLIVAX Julia is the girl with the smile — indeed, that smile works overtime. Although she is a tiny person, yet she is capable of wading with good progress through the many school mys- teries. She is a mixture of sagacity and triviality, sedate, practical, but also charming. It is because of these tiaits that we all like Julia. .MIKIAM T. YM)H Into the Spanish Club as one of its most energetic mem- bers, into our class as its secretary, into the cheering squad as one of its leaders, this fiery young maid with her snap- ping black eyes has injected measureless pep. With equal ability, Miriam can address the school or shoot baskets in the gym. Her sweet voice and her theatrical ability will also remain in our memories. When, due to the illness of her mother, she was forced to leave us, there seemed to be some- thing missing in the general atmosphere of the school. [21]

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1923 THE CHAMELEON 1923 AIAUION SAWYKR Marion is our quiet, unassuming classmate, who usually listens while others talk; but nevertheless, when it comes to Beethoven or Chopin, she makes the piano chords speak for her. It is obvious that History and English are not her favorite pastimes — very queer!! Her aspirations are in the musical world, where we expect to see her name classed at some future date. All those who know her intimately will agree that she is a friend to all, and one well worth the acquaintance. WILLIAM SCAKFO Although Willy is our class baby in stature, yet he is no weakling. In studies, as well as in bat-ball, he rolls up a sizable average. He is a good student, a peppy rooter on the athletic field, and no mean athlete is Willy himself, for he is a paper weight champion and full of pep; by reports he is even more peppy outside of the class room. Mystery! Willie being rather composite in character, we have no fear for his success in business. LOUSE SCIIIUIE DEK “Now don’t! Stop!” Often heard from our friend. How- ever, notwithstanding this trifling characteristic we can per- ceive a young lady with a winsome personality. Believing thoroughly that variety is the spice of life, she loves dancing, autos, and friends — and they like her. She’s light-hearted; she’s gay; she’s everything that makes a girl popular, as well as possessing one of the sweetest smiles in captivity — no, not in captivity, for it is very fleeting. Louise may well be called one of the assets of the class of ’23. .lOHV .SL.XDE “Pop” Slade is a tower of strength. You can accept this statement either literally or figuratively; it works either way. How did you like the dignified father of O Hara San? His sedateness is just as unruffled when presiding as President of the Senior Class. His build made him an ideal guard on the gridiron, and this together with his accomplishments of actor, vocal artist and scholar tend to create a figure easily among the most prominent in ’23. [20]

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1923 THE CHAMELEOxX 1923 |{K!{ . I{1) THIIJX Bernard is the man who regularly precedes the morning sun, abiding by two maxims: first, “’Tis the early bird that catches the worm;” and second, “Any fool can go to bed, but it takes a man to get up in the morning.” Ev ' ery minute of his time is put to good advantage. Bernard is a cheerful, though rare, combination of a “B” athlete and an “A” stu- dent, also officiating as our salutatorian. He has occupied positions both on the basketball and football teams, besides playing first violin in our talented orchestra. Ever willing and ready to offer his services in all undertakings, he has gained the respect and admiration of teachers and class- mates alike. (lEOlUiE TIKItXKV It is obvious that the saying, “Good things come in small packages,” may also be applied to packages approximately six feet in length. But we do not mean to criticize his height. No, not at all, for we have found it most convenient when it comes to decorating the ceiling of the gym for class parties. “Genial George” is an excellent scholar, an orator with clear thinking powers and precision of speech, although at times, when addressing the class, his pedal extremities are inclined to beat time ' ith his words. We do not think that George will ever run in competition with Romeo, but, with George as a rival, we do fear for the fame of Edmund Burke. EDWl.V TOm-’.Y “Sober, steadfast and demure,” Edwin is a believer in the maxim, “Silence is golden.” This reserved young man has, however, remarkable qualities as a student, but modesty seems to be his check-rein, . lthough Edwin has never been strong for the fair sex, he admits a liking for ‘ . ggie. Good luck in your wholesome career, Edwin! PHII.IP WEBIJEK “Four feet of freckles and a little pug nose.” Just nine words, and we have Philip. “Pompey,” as he is often called, does not intend to stir crowds by his swi ft manner of speech, but by his persuasive facial distortions. For years he has distinguished himself as being among the first in the 11:45 lunch counter sprint; incidentally, he ranks well in the “quantity consumption” contest following. But, all joking aside, “Pompey” is some little student (an ardent admirer of the ancients), and a jolly good companion. We hope he will wield the sceptre of achievement as effectively as did his beloved ancients. [22]