Belmont High School - Blueprint Yearbook (Belmont, MA)

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1923 THE CHAMELEON 1923 MAHY KItODKKICIv “Speech is silver; silence, gold.” Wise little Mary considers the latter more valuable. Ten years fi’om now, when a suc- cessful business man will refer to his even more successful stenographer, you’ll know he means Mary. They say that she can use shorthand faster than Marconi can employ the Morse code. Not only in the secretarial line is she able to apply herself exceptionally well, but also when it comes to playing jazz for the devotees of the light fantastic, her only rival is Irving Berlin. Keep up the good work, Mary, we’re always on your side. PEAKLK BOUUDKX Pearle’s two greatest worries are American History and English. At any time one may see her vainly trying to ab- sorb either of the.se two subjects. But why should she be disturbed over the fact that she doesn’t get A? Pearle isn’t going to teach Burke, but intends to be a nurse. To help dissect some of us poor unfortunates, seems to be her idea of bliss. So if, in the near future, any one wants his appen- dix out, just tell Pearle about it and she’ll see that you are properly etherized and that your attending physician doesn’t lack effective assistance. HAZEL CAXXOX Did any chemist ever concoct a more effervescent, sparkling compound than our Hazel? A mop of auburn curls, two large brown eyes, lips clothed in a perpetual smile, a pair of mer- rily dancing feet, fingers active on both piano and banjo strings, all help to make Hazel the popular Miss that she is. Attractiveness, however, is not Hazel’s only virtue, for our chemist, it seems, has added a goodly portion of sound in- telligence and dramatic ability. All this we appreciate, and hail Hazel as a modern wonder, a gem in the senior setting. ADltlAX CLARK Adrian is our class mascot. From testing concrete floors to sponsoring the latest creation in vivid neckwear, “Cub” is not only willing but enthusiastic. To touch on the serious side of Adrian’s scholastic career, it is sufficient to say that his name is among the first seven on the honor roll. A de- scription of “Cub” would be inadequate if it failed to men- tion his superlative skill as a violinist. The High School Orchestra will regret his absence. Moreover, Adrian has not been lax in upholding the honor of Belmont High on the diamond, covering second base with all the skill of an old campaigner. During his High School life he has earned many steadfast friends. [7]

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1923 THE CHAMELEON 1923 U he iSest af lEa VICTOR AIMONK Although his name is spelt a bit like ammonia, “Vic” has nothing in common with this well-known liquid. In fact, he is the exact antipode for, whereas the first evaporates its strength, Aimone absorbs and retains his pep. “Vic” is a human Mercury on the athletic field; he was our snappy little quarterback, our agile basketball guard, the guy who covered the hot corner on the diamond, and has served as captain of the baseball team this year. With a vibrant, magnetic per- sonality, “Vic” is a friend worth having. KTHKI, AVDKHSO.N Ethel is not only one of the most studious of pupils, but seasons her lessons and those of her fellow-students with a bit of Mark Twain’s humor. Her “peppy” remarks, however, are best when taken with a grain of salt. Her chief trouble is that she finds it hard to keep from smiling, and, alas, her smile often interferes with her tongue. Ethel’s sympathetic nature makes her popular with a host of friends. JO.SKPH A. TO.M( ' (A() “Joe” takes the prize as the niftiest dresser in the class of ’23. He is the acme of sartorial elegance. A late arrival in our Senior year, his ability and exceptional good nature have won many friends. His versatility includes a thorough knowledge of radio and a gift for cartooning. Well, “Joe,” here’s hoping that nothing m ars your beauty. WAI-TKK HAUT.SCH To the casual observer, Walter seems like the reincarna- tion of King Tut, but — just touch any part of his seemingly dead anatomy, and he becomes a veritable “Jack-in-the-box.” He is very clever in all his studies, but alas! — if Walter deigns not to do his lesson, the lesson isn’t done. And so, at times, when everyone is anxiously awaiting his recitation, to the despair of both teacher and class, he calmly announces that he is unprepared. Nevertheless his versatility far out- shines this petty weakness, for he paints beautifully, he has a most vivid imagination, and, when the necessary inspira- tion arrives, has remarkable ability. [6]

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1923 THE CHAMELEON 1923 ( LAItA t (K)K Big brown eyes, bobbed brown hair, a good complexion, and a ready smile! Of course, it’s Clara Cook. Dancing and movies constitute her favorite pastimes; but, no matter how much she indulges in these pursuits, she still finds time for her studying. Books, books, and more books she reads, and while many of her classmates ponder with looks of profound abstraction over their Latin lessons, she tackles hers with a will and a smile, completing them in short order. Her ac- commodating and sunny disposition already has won, and will continue to win many friends for her. .ALYCK CO.NKIJ.NG Alyce is one of the demure young ladies in our class, but her shyness is contradicted when one glances into her twink- ling, mischievous blue eyes. She is in competition with dame fashion, for no sooner do we become adapted to one style than she shines forth with something new. Despite these tendencies she maintains a position of high rank in her studies. We all like you, Alyce, and hope you will never forget your friends in Belmont High. HANDAI.L CO.XnOY If a cheery nature and beaming smile count in any manner toward gaining success, Randall will surely become a Rocke- feller before he reaches the age of thirty. Moreover, we pre- dict that his list of friends will be as large as his list of ene- mies is small. Up in class to give points of order, cheering for our teams on the field, or selling tickets in an enthusiastic manner, constitute but a part of his accomplishments. Hail to thee, blithe Randall, success be yours in life! AN.N.V (OrtiHLl.N Carefree, bright, and merry, always full of glee, Anna is one of the happiest girls in the class of ’23. Anna is both good-natured and generous — a friend to all. But never can we forget her queer expressions when called upon to expound her knowledge — first, comes a look of dis- may, but then follows a smile which always erases every trace of doubt. We feel sure, Anna, that through your mer- ry and willing disposition your line of admirers will always be lengthy. Don’t wear out that smile. [8]