Belmont High School - Blueprint Yearbook (Belmont, MA)

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James Avtges An honor student. James’ quiet personality covers up his versatile abilities, for everyone knows what a top-notch, all-round classmate he has been. His reliability and determination are two of the sterling qualities which have found success for him in the past, and will lead him to the very top in the future. National Honor Society 2. 3. Jeanne Barry Jolly and happy. Jeanne gives one the impression of being on the lookout for fun. ami since she’s always in the midst of things, we can well imagine that she finds plenty of it. She has shown ability in dramatics and in many clubs. Such interests will be worthwhile in the college she hopes soon to attend and in her later life. Red Cross Club 1. 2. 3; Belmon-tian Club 1; 2. 3; Dramatic Club 1. 2. 3; French Club 1; Spanish Club 2. 3; Music Club 2, 3; Student Council 2; Senior Prom Committee 2; Senior Play 3. Pamela Baxter A lovely singing voice and an equally charming manner mark Pamela as one of our most gracious seniors. She has the ability of combining the qualities of the l crfect lady with those of a perfect friend and companion. Social activities such as sports, dancing, club activities, and music capture much of her interest. We know she’ll go on being just as wonderful to know as she is to be with, whether at home or at hockey games. Choir 1. 2. 3: Orchestra 1; Music Club 2. 3; Glee Club 3; Latin Club 1; Belmontian Club 2, 3; Dramatic Club 2. 3; French Club 3; Science and Photography Club 3; Red Cross Club 1. Richard Beamon An excellent athlete, Tex” is liked by everyone at B.H.S. He hopes some day to be a mechanical engineer, and with the ability and initiative he has shown in the field of sports, he should go to the top of his profession with the same speed he used in scoring points for good old Belmont. Soccer 1. 2, 3 (Captain) ; Basketball 1. 2. 3; Track 1. 2, 3; Spanish Club 2, 3; Sadie Hawkins Dance Committee 3. Constance Beard One of our most ardent fans in any field of sport. Connie is seen at all our games. A quiet girl on the surface, she is a welcome addition to any group and an active member of many. She's that very rare person whom KVERY-ON K likes. Belmontian Club 2, 3; Bookworms Club 2, 3; Dramatic Club 3; Red Cross Club 3. William Bellissimo A fellow with brown curly hair and the merriest brown eyes you’ve ever seen. Bill is well known for his work in school activities. Determined to gain anv goal he sets his mind toward. Bill supplies the driving will for any enterprise, (iood luck to an ambitious boy. Football 1; Track 1: Baseball 2, 3; Soccer 3: Dramatic Club 1, 2. 3; French Club 1, 2. 3; Science and Photography Club 2. 3; Senior Play 3. Mary Bennett Sweet, neat, and entirely likeable, Mary is an efficient miss with a good head for business. She also has that rare gift of being both a good listener and a witty conversationalist. With all these wonderful qualities, she will indeed attain future goals. Red Cross Club 1, 2, 3; Belmontian Club 2, 3; Bookworms Club 3. Marilyn Berrie Marilyn, one of the school’s sweetest singers, wonders why her nickname is Bush.” We suggest she ask Shrub” who seems to know all about it. Bush” has aspirations for a dramatic career, and with her pretty-face and bright personality, how can she miss? Field Hockey 1; Soft hall 1, 3; Basketball 2, 3; Music Club 2. 3 (Vice-president); A Cappclla Choir 3; Glee Club 3; Dramatic Club 2, 3; Spanish Club 2, 3; Belmontian Club 3; Publication Club 2, 3; Cheerleader 3; Senior Play Committee 3. 15

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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

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Jeanne Berry Brisk and breezy arc two adjectives that characterize Jeanne, better known to her friends as “Shrub.” She’s been active in the field of sports during her career at but will admit that she likes to loaf now and then, too. Her immediate ambition is the University of New Hampshire; so good luck “Shrub.” we're sure you’ll make it. Softball 1. 2, 3; Field Hockey 2; Spanish Club 2, 3; Music Club 2, 3; Publication Club 2, 3; Science and Photography Club 3: Belmontian Club 3. Francis Birch United States Army February 27, 1945 John Bishop Quiet and studious, John has set his sights on a high star, for his ambition is to be a lawyer. If a steady, persevering nature will help, then John is equipped with the right tools to become a disciple of Blackstonc . French Club 1, 2; Astronomy Club 3; Science and Photography Club 2. James Breen limmie, known to his friends as “Muggsy, likes the ladies and football. We’ve all seen him at the games and around school. He is easily identified by the little brown spots (freckles, not measles) on his face. Old jalopies are his specialty, and who knows, mayl c he’ll turn out to be another Henry Ford! Football 1, 2, 3; Baseball 1; Track 2, 3. Joseph Brennan We have to hand it to Red, for he’s one wonderful fellow. With his fine ideas he is sure to succeed in anything he undertakes. His melodious singing voice, accompanied by his allegro disposition, keeps him in popular demand. Ten to one he’ll make the best of his opportunitiei in (later life. Here’s to your continued success, Joe! Music Club 3; Bookworms Club 3; Choir 3. Shirley Bridges Friendly i Shirley may usually lx found where there is a professional hockey game. “Pudge” also enjoys participating in and watching other sports. Some day she hopes to raise tlioroughbred horses and maybe win a Derby or two. Field Hockey 1, 2; Publication Club 1; Bookworms Club 2, J; Belmontian Club 3. Janet Brooks Many of us will always remember Janet’s twirling baton, but she also likes horses and swimming. “Ginger wants to be an airline hostess, and with her friendly charm and | cppy smile, we know that she will soar high. Band 1, 2; Red Cross Club 1; Spanish Club 2. 3; Ibm: Economics Club 3. Marilyn Brown A pleasant, eager, efficient, hard worker, Marilyn appreciates reading and music. She hopes that soon she will get a chance to take a trip around the world, free irom homework! Let’s ask her if we all may come. It sounds hkc fun! Home Economics Club 1; Choir 3. 1