Belmont High School - Blueprint Yearbook (Belmont, MA)

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Belmont High School ALBERT MERKER Another sheik has consented to brighten our school. Yes, sir, Albert is a walking style book. He not only shines in sartorial splendor, but in History he can’t be touched. Does he not delight the class with wondrous tales while Miss Johnson stares, startled at this burst of oratorical fireworks from so quiet a lad, or does he dull our ears with lengthy statistics while Miss Johnson in- quires in gentle tones, “Albert, why don’t you learn the important part of your lesson?” MARGARET MILLS Margaret’s disposition is antithetical to what one would expect on looking at her hair. Far from being hasty and quick-tempered Margaret is one of the most pleasing and friendly young ladies it has been our pleasure to encounter. Always happy, ever glad to help a friend in need, Margaret is a friend indeed. ALBERT MORIN Oh, what a laugh, or giggle! It should be cultivated, A1 — or harvested. However, that isn’t all there is to our cheerful contemporary in the art of getting an edu- cation and having a good time, too; for A1 is there with the goods when they are needed. Never mind, Al, we’re only jealous; it isn’t every one who can play such dashing hockey as you do. MALCOLM MURLESS Who plays fast basketball? Who is the capable man- ager of the baseball team? Who plays excellent tennis? The most insignificant freshman knows enough to respond heartily, “Mac Murless!” And the seniors know of his powers as a translator of Carlyle, and of his “historicity” of mind. His classmates prophesy that “Mac” will make his mark both in his collegiate years and, subsequently, in later life. 26

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The 1926 Chameleon HARRY MASSEY “Still waters run deep.’’ The originator of this maxim undoubtedly had our majestic coin juggler in mind; for Harry is a very reticent youth, rather inclined to hide his light under the pro- verbial bushel. Who, for instance, ever thought of him as a star athlete, until by chance, he blossomed forth as the fighting manager of the Basketball Team? It is scarcely remarkable that this year’s CHA- MELEON is such a financial success for Harry’s silver tongue, which won him honors in the Debating Society, has been exceedingly instrumental in securing “ads.” Everything considered, Harvard is honored in enrolling among her class of ’30, the name of one who ran up the curtain in “Spring-time” and yet who has never moved with the agility of a squirrel since. PAULINE McCORMACK We ask you to meet the chairman of our social com- mittee. Now you know why the Senior Prom was such a success. Pauline is one of our prettiest. Always smil- ing, she can persuade you black is white with great facility. Pauline is the original happy-go-lucky but when she works — well, ask some of the Prom Committees. ROLAND MacLEAN This tall, slender, unassuming youth, with a quietly pleasant voice and a ready smile, stands head and shoulders above his classmates in more ways than the literal. Who, for instance, has been a more ardent and constant devotee of that renowned indoor sport, basket- ball, than has “Roily?” The Social Committee, which engineered last year’s Junior Prom so admirably, con- cedes him the lion’s share of the credit. In the favor of the unfair sex, Roland is prominent; moreover, it is said that his presence at social events brings cardiac tremors to more than a few of the fair sex. Such a combination of faithfulness, capability, and personality, cannot fail to succeed in the world. ETHEL MEEK Ethel is such an advocate of fun that she has to wear glasses to give her just a hint of that studious expression which we all strive so hard to acquire. Our senorita speaks Spanish fluently, plays the fiddle harmoniously, and strikes out in baseball occasionally. 25

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The 1926 Chameleon SUSAN MURRAY “Guarder of the gate!” She is by no means the proverbial “one-eyed Susan” for she has two very bright eyes that shine relentlessly as the door shuts “au nez” of some unfortunate. Her claim to distinction lies not only in the able performance of this not too pleasant duty, but also in the scholastic achievement that her monthly card shows. Susan, though you shut the door to 107, during our Senior year, may the door of Fortune ever be open to you. RALPH OLSON Ralph is a lover of Carlyle and, since we finished “dear old Tom’s” Essay on Burns, he has lost weight rapidly, for he pines constantly day and night for another six weeks of that worthy’s company. (Never mind, Ralph, you’re not the only one. More jokes?) We feel that in Ralph there is an indescribable something under the surface, and if something should come out from under, a new name would appear on the honor roll. By the way, our classmate is also a letter-man, having earned his “B” in basketball as guard. WINIFRED OAKES Winnie has been with us four long years and a more genial nature would be hard to find. She is noted for her frankness, friendliness, and sincerity. Her famous lecture courses on all subjects of interest are appreciated by those who occupy the back row in Chemistry. Our best wishes go with you to art school, Winnie. VERA O’LEARY “Full many a gem of purest ray serene The dark, unfathomed caves of ocean bear.” So sang the poet. No doubt but that he had our modest Vera in mind; for Vera’s reticence is as proverbial as her good humor. Incidently, Vera is said to be crack- ing hearts at a furious pace. 27