Belmont High School - Blueprint Yearbook (Belmont, MA)

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Belmont High School WILLARD BRIGHAM Dues! What ' s that? Oh, yes, this is the first Wednesday of the month and our class treasurer, with his snappy little red tie, is making the rounds. But in spite of the fact that Willard is always collecting money, v. r e can’t help liking our red-headed, good-natured class- mate. He has an original way of reciting which, like his tie, is all his own. His posters, too, come in fer credit for he is somewhat of an artist. The class of ’2 G would be incomplete without our accomplished and jovial “Bill.” GEORGE BROWN This quiet young man carries in his head many unsuspected secrets. For instance, who knows that he is Mr. Olson’s star wood-worker? Who knows that his historicity is the joy of Miss Johnson’s day? Who is any more studious when it comes to Burke and Milton? “Browny” is an all-’round good fellow. PETER BRUNO Not “Kelly with the green necktie,” but Peter with a sad addiction to the green of Erin’s Isle. But don ' t be misled. Peter’s ambitions soar higher than to be a salesman of fancy neckwear. Assistant director of the High School Orchestra and even saxophonist in a jazz” band Pete surpasses his envious schoolmates with ease. We expect him to some day replace Dr. Serge Kous- sevitsky as Conductor of the Boston Symphony Orchestra. RUTH BURNS Who is that good-looking boy at school today? Why, it is only Ruth heralding the “latest” in the form of a boyish bob. Sparkling and vivacious, her eyes are always twinkling with mischief. But Ruth is a hard worker, and we know “Wheelock’s’’ will be proud of her. 14

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The 1926 Chameleon MIRIAM BALL Miriam, of the shy smile, while not in the lime-light- seeking mob, has rich power of thought. How often has the history class been thrilled by some unlooked for contribution, delivered from her store-house of facts. How often have we looked at her in wistful wonder, wish- ing that we possessed a tithe of her unassuming wisdom. BETTY BARSTOW Happy-go-lucky Betty, always ready for fun, but never ready to quarrel. Although Betty entered the class of ’26 last fall, it didn’t take long for all of us to learn to like her. We wonder if Betty will ever run short of rare old pictures, which she continually brings to English. If one is a little doubtful as to the present day styles, kindly take a peep at the numerous creations our Betty owns. For those who wish to find out what school spirit really is, just watch Betty. She is at all games cheering for the team and incidently using that time-worn yell of the Shepard boys: “Wolf, wolf, wolf.” The best of wishes from the class of ’26, Betty. SAMUEL BILLINGS As manager of the greatest football machine ever assembled at Belmont, Sam earned the reputation of being a hard worker. Consequently, most functions, athletic or social, are graced by his presence as he collects tickets. For an impromptu debate, call on Sam; he has the best references including one from Miss Annie Johnson, History Instructor. Perhaps the source of all Sam’s stored-up information is contained in his trusty bag which never accompanies him empty. Such integrity and industry cannot go unrewarded so we expect to hear great things from our Sam after his graduation from M. A. C. JESSE BILLINGS Here is a question for the Sphinx: How to do justice to our efficient editor-in-chief? To use his own words: “It would require the years of Methuselah” to describe aptly his many and varied accomplishments. Jesse does not merely conduct the editing of the Chameleon. In some way as yet undiscovered by his classmates, he ensnares the “A” seemingly without effort; he is a walk- ing encyclopaedia; he speaks French like a Parisian; he acts — but why go on? If all the activities in which he is engaged were to be named — The Debating Club, the Press Club, and so on — it would take several pages to complete the list. Let it be sufficient to say that when he occupies the position of Chief Executive of the nation, people will merely nod their heads and say, “I told you so.” 3

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The 1926 Chameleon HARRIET BATES “Always smiling, ever glad, Always striving, never sad.” Vivacious, charming, and alluring is Harriet, the “flaming youth” of our class. Her rosy cheeks and light auburn (or shall we say red) hair, together with her omnipresent smile, make her irresistible. But her perseverance, which has recruited the Belmontian’s finances by appealing to the sweet tooth of the students and which has made her of general but indispensable utility in 107, will prove equally irresistible when sur- mounting future obstacles. We shall always remember Harriet as one does an especially vivid autumn day, or a glowing sunset. WILLIAM CLARK With malice toward none, Bill, we just want to ask you, in a friendly tone, did you ever do any History? However, despite his minor faults, and every one has those, we want to say that William is one of those smiling fellows who make life enjoyable and friendship a pleasure. Good luck, Bill, we’re betting on you. ANTIGONE COKINOS Readers! You are now gazing at no other than our 1926 Grecian Beauty. She is a bit reserved, but do not be misled for, in conversation with her best friends, she is likened unto our familiar friend. Dr. Samuel Johnson. Antigone may seem a trifle slow in motion, but as for speed in typewriting, she cannot be surpassed. Some man will be lucky in getting such a stenographer. SEYMOUR COMBS Another question for the Sphinx: “What would the ‘Chameleon’ of ’26 look like, if not embellished with the artistic decorations of our ‘Bud’ ding Fisher?” Students of Seymour’s type are famous for getting the “A’s.” No one would have the audacity to say that he had seen him studying; moreover, in class his atten- tions seem to be elsewhere, probably in his native Georgia. Yet let a teacher try to catch him unprepared and he will have less success than if he tried to mount Niagara Falls. 15