Belmont High School - Blueprint Yearbook (Belmont, MA)

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1928 THE CHAMELEON 1923 .MILDKKD HKSWK ' K “Milly” doesn’t make much of an impre ssion as to size or sound, but as to grey matter, she is quite top-heavy. Being as lovable a girl as a capable scholar, her sweet personality and happy disposition make her well liked by us all. MAKIO.V C’HOXIX The first impression of Marion is that of a sedate, re- strained young lady of 1850, but after knowing her five min- utes, her lively nature and compelling personality burst forth. Though not addicted to animated actions, Marion has great force and vitality in her literary endeavors. We hope and predict that she will make good future use of this power. [25]

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1923 THE CHAMELEON 1923 (ii:oK ;K wii.sov Surely it will be an awful state of affairs if this literary genius does not help to appease the seemingly insatiable appe- tite of our little lizard, the “Chameleon.” George has talent enough for any young man, for he can argue, discuss, lec- ture, or make a speech about any subject in such a manner that you would think his middle name to be “Encyclopedia.” The old saying “Let George do it” has been used to good ad- vantage in acquiring material for our year book. We ex- pect to hear of Geoige’s fame as a lawyer some day, for at present his highest ambition is to be admitted to the bar. DO ' .tOTHK.V WOltCK.STEK Like most .song birds, Dorothea is rather flighty and ner - vous. Despite this, she finds the wail of jazz music soothing to the nerves and refreshing to the mind. “Dot” has ap- peared in several of the amateur theatricals presented in Helmont, taking the leading role in our late operetta, “O Hara San.” By the way she pleased the audiences both with her acting and her singing, we expect any minute to see “Dot’s” name classed in the Hall of Fame. L. l |{E. CI ' : WK.AY “Laugh and the world laughs with you. Weep and you weep alone.” Laurence, with his face continually wrinkled into hills and valleys, with twinkling lakes for eyes, will surely keep a per- manent grin on the sagacious face of this old world. In fact, he can find the cheerful side of everything — even Amer- ican History. Although he is a new comer in our field of scholastic pur- suits, he has won a high place in our esteem through his pleasing personality and wit. So far he has shown remark- able speed in winning the favor of the fairer sex. This may be all right, Laurence, but don’t forget that your companion- ship is also desired by the boys. I ' HA.NK HOM ' ILIO Frank’s main accomplishments are his speed on a type- writer, his speed in chin-wagging, and his general air of rest- less activity. The altitude of his ambition and his stature clash .somewhat, yet neither this nor any other characteristic impedes his ability to be on the jump every minute. Reserve, cheerfulness, genial manners, and energy make a good com- bination, tberefore, we are sure of Frank’s future good for- tune. [24]

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1923 THE CHAMELEON 1923 jE ttorial ahr 1923 (!Il]ameUou This year our changeable Chameleon proudly displays a green coat. Altered though he may be in appearance, we believe you will find him the same interesting chap. On his second birthday the scaly little fellow wad- dles about with the air of a veteran. Well he may, for he is serving a happy purpose. He is the perpetuator of the spirit of the class of 1923. While he exists, the memory of B. H. S. will always be bright. The little lizard has more than one reason for his cheerful aspect, however, the other being his long list of friends. His green skin covers the names of a host of generous advertisers — waiting for you to recipro- cate their generosity. L A Jllca for iHorr Jealous Blork bg Unbcrdassincn As a member of the Senior Class, I have frequently seen both Juniors and Seniors deeply concerned because of the amount of work they are com- pelled to finish prior to their graduation. Some of them, indeed, finally fail through their inability to complete the prescribed four years’ course. The outstanding fault of the majority of students is lack of proper con- centration and endeavor in their initial high school years. In the first two years, a pupil is inclined to think that he has plenty of time; but he wakes up in his Junior year and discovers that he can’t catch up. Those who work in a series of brilliant spurts are rarely the students with the best record at graduation. The boy or girl who commences in the first year and proceeds in a methodical manner with steady application is the person that is successful at the culmination of his school career. If the Freshmen would but comprehend the value of doing a little more than is apparently necessary, they would not only pave the way for a more cer- tain and enriched seniority but they would also derive more practical value from their high school course. L. W. at|C SJcucfitH nf iJJibc Scabiug As it is a well known and accepted fact that reading broadens the mind, we shall not stop here to eulogize upon the benefits to be derived therefrom. It seems somewhat of a pity, though, that the majority of high school graduates are unaware of the existence of some of the finer writers of the English language. Apart from the regular routine of study which the English course offers, the high school pupil, as a rule, does not begin to realize the immense scope at his command, in the works of the world’s foremost literary artists. It will be appreciated that men who have studied and observed human nature in all its vicissitudes; economic conditions in the various countries; and can describe in glowing terms the physical characteristics of every corner of the globe, must have something of value to impart to the student, whose experience and influence have probably never extended beyond his own birthplace. Do not neglect your reading while your time is your own. It is diffi- cult to realize at present the value you will attach to it in the future when the experience and knowledge gained from literature will assist you in the solutions of many of your problems, and provide you with a culture which can be obtained from no other source. L. W. [26]