Belmont High School - Blueprint Yearbook (Belmont, MA)

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Belmont High School MILDRED GOLDTHWAITE A daughter of the gods, divinely tall and most divinely fair.” Mildred’s ability to entertain with monologues has recently been discovered. At several of the Dramatic Club meetings she has given us many of her favorite selections, each with the poise and dignity of a professional. Mildred is seldom seen without her “gang.” MARJORIE GOULD Who would believe, at first glance, that this gentle maiden is a first-class actress? She made her debut in school, in a play before the “Belmontians,” so suc- cessfully that it merited presentation before a much larger audience. And why is it that Marjorie has such a faculty for grasping the elusive “A’s?” Some of her envious classmates would be glad to have her impart some of her extensive knowledge to them. ROBERT GOWAN Robert Gowan, alias “Beano,” is a wholesome picture of spirit and determination. This versatile young man has shown his promise on the football team as a member of a fighting eleven. At times humorous, at times serious, this living Rock of Gibraltar is a great asset to the class of ’ 26 . NATHAN HAWKES Athlete and gentleman! “Junnie” is far famed for his prowess on the gridiron, the diamond and the rink, as well as for his nimbleness on the dance floor. But not for these things alone will his name ever remain endeared to our hearts; as a staunch friend and an all- ’round good fellow we shall ever remember him. 18

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The 1926 Chameleon ANIELLO DeSTEFANO Who is our football hero? Why “Nozo,” of course. At all the games we see him merrily gavotting down the field with the elusive pigskin tucked safely under his arm. And when it comes to English and History, he is not so far behind, either. When tackling hardships on the gridiron of Life, we are sure he will use the same unconquerable spirit that he has shown at “B. H. S.” EBBA ENGSTROM Stumbling, stumbling Ebba — “Hurt yourself?” “Oh, no, all right.” Never mind, Ebba, some day you’ll fall into a gold mine. Is Ebba quick? You should see her typewrite! She is the original speed demon! Student, basketball player, typist, private secretary to our beloved Civics professor, hail to our proficient Ebba! EDWARD FORD When Eddie’s name is mentioned, one immediately thinks of a willing worker, a star football player and an all-’round good fellow. We wonder if it is because of bashfulness that he blushes so very becomingly? Work hard, Ed, and you are bound to gain the top. CHARLES GILES Hail, our President! Hats off and fling ’em high! Three cheers, class of “26,” Charley Giles is passing by. Although Charley leaves a ripple in a group of girls as he passes, the boys welcome him heartily. Mexican athlete, student, social favorite, all in one, is he. Twice Class president, he wins the glass hammer for popularity. 17

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The 1926 Chameleon PHILLIP C. HAWKES “Fellow-countrymen: we have assembled here today to altercate on the present exigency of affairs. This dilemma requires much prudent pre-meditation before any supposition may be formulated; for you must all apprehend just what this linguistic metamorphosis pre- supposes, etc., etc.” Such an oration we expect some day to hear from Phil, Literary Editor of the Chameleon, Secretary of the Debating Society, and President of the Press Club. Phil’s achievements in this school are many; but he seems to be criminally inclined; he shows a decided talent for picking locks. He picked one several years ago and he still has it. However, his fluent lingua has not yet baffled our eminent History instructor. REBECCA HOOKER “Blue were her eyes as the fairy flax,” applies per- fectly to this young lady. “Re” and “smiles” are synonymous, for she always has a cheery smile for every- one. However, she can be dignified, as the girls know who have seen her conduct the meetings of the Bel- montians. She entered Belmont High School in her Sophomore year and since that time she has shown herself efficient in many different lines. As Chairman of the Social Committee, she conducted one of the best Junior Proms on record. Arlington’s loss was Bel- mont’s gain! ELIZABETH HENNESSEY Next year some lucky man will have in his employ a petite and efficient stenographer. Who? Why, our “Lid,” of course. She turns out neat and correct letters from the typewriter with the same regularity that she breaks hearts; and that is quite often. Who could doubt it, for “Lid” won our hearts and has made herself very necessary to the class of ’26. Good luck to you, “Lid,” as you continue to dance your way through life! LEONA HAMM Satisfied murmurs, emanating from equally satisfied diners, announce that Leona has again displayed her culinary talent. Were everyone else to refuse your services after you leave Belmont High, Leona — perish such an impossible thought — we epicures would receive you with open arms as chief cook in the lunch room. But Leona can do much more than cook: as a single example we point to her successful management of the girls’ basketball team. 19