Belmont High School - Blueprint Yearbook (Belmont, MA)

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Joseph Abely Happy-go-lucky, carefree, and contented seem best to describe the lead-off man of our Senior Class. A mean sax player, Joe is hep when it comes to music and sports. Boston College is bis future Alma Mater, and we all wish him loads of luck. Track 1, 2; Soccer 3; Spanish Club 2; Senior Play 3. Irene Ackles Though not active ir school clubs. Irene is a staunch sports fan and always an eager Belmont rooter. Tall and light-haired, she carries herself well and is at home on the dance floor. Such a well rounded personality will have no trouble finding happiness. Spanish Club 1; Senior Honor Group. Barbara Ahern Quiet and efficient, but always merry and happy. Barbara enjoys playing the piano as well as reading. She is well on the way to fulfilling her ambition of being an excellent medical secretary. Who knows, maybe Barbara will find a doctor who can cure her pet hate ? Red Cross Club 1, 2. 3; Belmon-tian Club 2. 3; Dramatic Club 1, 2. 3; French Club 1. 2; Spanish Club 2. 3; Music Club 2. 3; Choir 3; Honorary Member Belmont Woman’s Club 3. Robert Ahern The name Bob Ahern personifies pleasantness and sincerity where-cvcr it is found. Interested in athletics, both as spectator and participant. he has been an avid sports fan these past three years. Also an interested student, he is headed full tilt up the road of success. Bookworms Club 2. Gabriel Alexander If a winning smile and a pleasant personality were measured in dollars and cents. “Gabby” would be a millionaire. His friendliness and sociability will help him in any field he chooses, and will assure his enviable attainment in its pursuits. Football 1. 2. 3; Baseball 1. 2. 3; Forum Club 2. Ann Anderson “The girl with the beautiful hair who loves to sing.” No one else could answer to that description but Ann. Her ambition to appear in a musical comedy will probably never come about because Ann is sporting an engagement ring. Here’s hoping she “lives happily ever after.” Red Cross Club 1; Dramatic Club 1.3; French Club 1: Spanish Club 2. 3; Home Economics Club 2, 3; Bookworms Club 3; Choir 3. James Anderson A friend to everyone. Jimmy dislikes long-haired music and proves his liking for popular music by playing a lot of it on the piano. “Andie” is also one of the most sportily dressed boys in his class, with his flashy bow-ties and sweaters. Since his personality is as pleasing as his attire. we all know there shall be music wherever he goes—and with it, the contagious harmony of Andie’s spirit. Soccer 1; Baseball 1, 3; Tennis 2; Dramatic Club 1, 2, 3; French Club 2; Senior Plav 3; Forum Club 2. Pauline Anderson With her golden liair and sweet manner. “Polly w'ould make a perfect storybook princess instead of the commercial artist she hopes to be. The posters and other forms of art which we sec over her signature all over the school, are excellent examples of her versatilities. With such talent and personality, “Polly” is one of us who is sure to be tops in art. Spanish Club 2; Bclmontlan Club 2, 3; Music Club 3; Red Cross Club 3; Home Economics Club 3. 1I5

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Chris Halligan, Treasurer; Robert Dudley. Secretary; Kenneth Arico, Vice-president; Donald MacDonald. President. To the Class of 1946 Miss Helen E. Bridcy Class Adviser For the spirit of generous cooperation which has characterized the class of 1946 in all its activities—my admiration and my gratitude. May this impulse toward helpfulness continue to be a part of your way of life. May it make greater your personal happiness as it makes greater the common good. May it lead you to realize that those can best fulfill their duty toward their fellow-men who first fulfill their duty toward themselves —I mean the duty of each one, according to his varied gifts, to make the utmost use of his abilities and to develop his talents to the highest possible degree. The glory which comes to any class or to any group lies in part in what they accomplish through their combined strength. It lies, no less truly, in the individual achievement of each member who faithfully and courageously follows through to a worthy ideal. My sincere wishes for true success and happiness to you, each and all. Helen E. Bridey 12

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Martha Apollonio A tall, blonde, young lady with laughing blue eyes. “Matt” is talented in almost every field. As president of the Music Club, she has shown her outstanding character, scholarship and personality in many memorable ways. Her fine spirit of cooperation and exceptional athletic ability were obvious on the basketball court and hockey field. Field Hockey 1. 2, 3; Basketball 1. 2. 3; Softball 1. 3; Spanish Club 1. 2. 3; Latin Club 1. 2. 3 (Censor) ; Music Club 1. 2 (Secretary), 3 (President); A Cap-pclla Choir 1. 2, 3; Glee Club 3; Publication Club 1, 2. 3 (Sports Editor); Blue Print Staff 3; Bookworms Club 3; Science and Photography Club 3; Home Economics Club 3; Bclmontian Club 3. Joan Appel Joan would be a strong contestant for the title of Our School's Most All-round Girl.” Her personality and attractiveness are as well known to us as her ability in field hockey and her high scholastic standing. She will make a valuable addition to the activities of any college. Field Hockey 1, 2. 3 (Captain); Basketball 2, 3; Tennis 2, 3; Bclmontian Club 1, 2, 3; French Club 1, 2. 3 (President); Latin Club 1 (Acdilc), 2 (Acdile); Music Club 2. 3; Choir 1. 3; Forum Club 2. 3 (Secre- tary) ; Science and Photography Club 3; National Honor Society 2. 3; Honorary Member Belmont Woman's Club 3; Senior Honor Group. Anthony Arena Always singing, smiling, or accomplishing both at the same time. Tony has a spirit so friendly that lie's known to all his classmates. His infectious, cheery grin and frequent jests have spread lots of fun throughout our high school years. Tony” is bound to soar to the top in any field he enters. Football 3; Golf 3. Kenneth Arico Like this year's atom bomb, Kenny is a little package with a lot of power. As well known for his friendly smile as for his prowess in the sports field, Kenny” will go through life with the same courage and initiative he shows on the field. Football 1, 2. 3; Track 1, 2, 3 (Captain); Class Vice-president 1, 2, 3; Band 1; French Club 3. Marian Arnott Serious minded, but fun loving. Marian is always ready with her witty remarks. Anything sh decides to do is completed in a very efficient ami conscientious manner, even if it is math! With these fine characteristics, “Min is sure to find her pathway filled with admiring friends. Latin Club 1; French Club 1, 2. 3; Forum Gub 2, 3; Bclmontian Club 2, 3; Dramatic Club $. Charlotte Atwater We all know Giarlotte’s cherubic face and impish laugh, for w? sec her at all the school activities. The fact that she was twice secretary of her class proves that she is one of our nnst popular and likeable seniors. Whatever Piggy docs in later life, she’ll be happy and successful, for she's that kind of girl. Student Council 1, 3; Bclmontian Club 1, 2, 3; Class Secretary 1, 2; Bookworms Club 2, 3; Class Day Committee 2; Red Cross Club 1, 3; Music Club 3; Home Economics Club 3. Jacqueline Augustine Jackie” is one of those quiet, unassuming girls who will make the perfect nurse. But underneath that dignified exterior is a girl just as full of fun as anyone else in this fun-loving class. A cheery smile and a happy disposition have already won half of her career. Red Cross Club 1, 3; Spanish Club 2. 3; Bclmontian Club 2, 3; French Club 3. Janet Austin New to our scltool this year. Janet already Iras a host of new friends. She says she doesn’t know what to do with her future, but knowing Jan, we think it’s safe to say she’s l ound to succeed in anything she tries. Tennis 1; Choir 1; French Club 3; Latin Club 3; Bclmontian Club 3. 1 11