Belmont High School - Blueprint Yearbook (Belmont, MA)

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James Dayton United States Navy November 6, 1944 I- . I'aura Delaney A soft voice, a contagious smile, and a personality that has won many friends are the things Laura has to contribute to the secretarial position she hopes to have soon. With these qualities, and her natural attractiveness, how can she miss? Red Cross Club 2, 3; Bookworms Club 3; Bclmontian Club 3; Home Economics Club 3. Ursula DeMone Blond, blue-eyed. Ursula is most often found wielding a paint brush. A very obliging friend, she has helped to produce every good piece of art this year. Ursula has been a fine student, and with her many talents, she will certainly attain high goals in later life. Dramatic Club 1; Bclmontian Club 3; Choir 3; Bookworms Club 3. Jean Desmond Because she’s so quiet, many people in B. H. S. don’t realize that Jean is around until she makes one of her inimitable, funny remarks. Her ready wit, coupled with a sincere desire to l c friendly, will take Jean a long way along her chosen path to success. Home Economics Club 2, 3; Belmont ian Club 3; Bookworms Club 3; Glee Club 3. David DeVeber There arc some silent people who arc more interesting than the best talkers. Doesn’t Dave fall into this bracket? Quiet, but once you get to know him, he’s lots of fun to be with. He will go well with whatever his choice for the future may be. French Club 1. Agnes Dickerson Agnes’ home is on ! cautiful Cape Cod, anti though she likes Belmont, she can’t wait to get back. Dark-hair and snapping black eyes are coupled with her sincere and friendly personality to make a person we all arc proud to know. Fond of reading, sports, and dancing, she is undecided as to her future, but will no doubt find happiness in anything she does. Bookworms Club 3; Choir 3. Silvio DiGiovanni Known as “Scrub” to his classmates, Silvio is an active follower and | articipator in many sports. We’ve seen him all over Belmont in his red truck, and he’s always ready with a smile and “Hi!” Putting his outside interests to work in school, he has studied in the automotive shop, and hopes some day to be a first class mechanic. Joanne Dixon Very much at case with an artist's brush in her hand, Joanne hopes to triumph in commercial art. “Jay” is dark of hair and round of face, quiet, smooth, and fun to be with at any time. Music and sports hold enjoyment for her when she is not busy with art.. Spanish Club 2, 3; Bclmontian Club 2, 3; Dramatic Club 3; Red Cross Club 3; Oil Painting Club 3; French Club 3; Music Club 3. 22

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Myrtle Crowell One of the live wires of the class, she is at her best when surrounded by her pals. Myrt’s witty remarks and mischievous pranks have livened many a dull period. She seems to love life and everyone in it. and makes the most of everything. Red Cross Club 2, 3; Home Economics Club 3. Howard Cummings Friendly Mike was regularly seen during the winter behind the goalie pads of the B. H. S. hockey team. A quiet member of the stronger sex, he is rarely called by his given name. Howard. We arc sure that “Mike will succeed in the field he chooses. Baseball 1. 2. 3; Hockey 1, 2. 3 ; Student Council 3. James Cummings “J. C. may be small physically, but as his superior record at Belmont High indicates, he has an excellent start towards his goal. Teachers’ College. Although quiet and shy on the surface, Jim’s pleasant personality and cheerful humor will make him an exceptional teacher. French Club 1; Forum Club 2. Kenneth Cummiskey His friendly nature and quick sense of humor have made “Ken a favorite with his fellow students. He has been an agile member of the track squad. Surely Ken will succeed in college and in later life if he always stays as cheerful and sincere. Track 1, 2, 3; Football 3; Soccer 2; Forum Club 2. Doris Curley Smiling Doris is one of our many classmates who enjoy work with an easel and palette. Also a sports enthusiast, “Dottic likes to watch a good baseball game. May her sparkling friendliness pave the way to success for her always. Bookworms Club 2, 3; Home Economics Club 3; Red Cross Club 3; Belmontian Club 3. Ralph Cutting Tall, dark Ralph can usually be found with his camera. Rufus has the splendid ability of getting along with everyone, and this, along with his easy-going good nature, will help him to succeed in the medical profession. Among other things, skiing, swimming and soccer captivate Ralph’s attention. Soccer 1, 2, 3; Track 2; Tennis 2. 3; Choir 3; Spanish Club 2, 3; Dramatic Club 3; Blue Print Staff 3 (Photography Editor). Phyllis Daly A whirlwind of personality wrapped up in a very small package is Phyl Daly. Though small in stature, she has enormous amounts of vitality and personality which she has used to good advantage in the past few years in her activity as cheerleader. Seen at all the school activities, she is as proficient a dancer as a sports enthusiast. Dramatic Club 2, 3; Red Cross Club 3; Belmontian Club 3; Music Club 3; Home Economics Club 3; Cheerleader 3. Stuart Daniels Don't let that dreamy look of Stuart’s fool you; he’s quite a down-to-earth fellow. Smooth in appearance and manner, his humor has made many a dull period worthwhile. If he docs get rich quick,” he’ll deserve it, as a reward for his perseverance and patience. Tennis 2, 3; French Club 1; Dramatic Club 3; Science and Photography Club 3 (Vice-president) ; Forum Club 3. 21

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Jean Dobson Where, oh. where would the year l ook be if it weren’t for our hard-working, willing Jean? She has devoted much of her senior year to the resolution that the “46” year book will be the best ever. Her effervescent humor, cheery smile, and ability to get things done will live long in our memories. She will always be remembered as one of the truly outstanding seniors of ’46. National Honor Society 2, 3 (Secretary); Bcimontian Club 2. 3; Bookworms Club 2. 3 (President); Music Club 3; Dramatic Club 3; Editor-in-Chicf of Blue Print 3; Glee Club 3; Senior Honor Group. Jean Dowd Spirited and full of fun are only two of the many adjectives which describe Jean. Her beaming smile and twinkling eyes make her well-known in B.H.S. I -ots of pep and a grand sense of humor have won her many friends during her three years in high school. Field Hockey 1; Home Economics Club 3; Red Cross Club 1; Bcimontian Club 3. Robert Dudley Take curly brown hair and a winsome smile, add a dash of humor, couple it with strength and the will to win and you have Bob. His gamcncss, cleverness and his ncvcr-say-dic spirit combine to make him one of the most capable and popular football captains Belmont has ever had. Football 1, 2, 3 (Captain); Track 1, 2, 3; Student Council 1, 2 (Vice-president); Senior Class Secretary; Sophomore Dance Committee 1; Junior-Senior Prom Committee 2. Richard Egan Although many people of B.H.S. don’t see Dick often, since he is a vocational student, his many friends regard him as loyal and full of fun. His wonderful personality and happy-go-lucky manner will always make him well-liked. Jeanette Ehwa To live in California is Jeannette’s fondest wish. Neddy” is blonde, friendly, and always smiling. Unless she is in the process of learning, she is usually pretty happy—especially on week-ends. May you attain the best always. Jeanette! Dramatic Club 1; Bookworms Gub 3; Home Economics Club 3. Mary Jo Engel “Jo, the girl with the beautiful strawberry blonde hair, always has a smile and “hello” for all. She has the rare gift of getting along with everyone. All through school she has displayed her ability as an artist, and we know she will be successful in her career. We will always remember her cheery disposition when we look back on the good old days at B.H.S. Tennis 1, 3; Dramatic Gub 1; Belmont ian Club 2, 3; Home Economics Club 3 (President); Class Day Committee 2, Oil Painting Club 3; Sadie Hawkins Dance 3; Blue Print Staff 3. Ronald Englund Our capable football manager is, among other things, a keen sports enthusiast, a high ranking student, and a very popular member of the class. A frank, honest nature and a sincerity of personality seem to be Igor’s” outstanding characteristics. We all like him. and with these qualities he’s bound to be successful. Hockey Manager 1, 2, 3: Baseball Manager 1, 2. 3; Football Manager 2. 3; Latin Club 1; Astronomy Club 2, 3; Publication Club 2, 3; Junior Rotarian 3; Blueprint Staff 2, 3; Dach-shundc Club 3. Richard Fahey Agile and versatile, Dick excels in athletics and scholarship. Crusher” is tall, dark and slim, and has a peppy, friendly spirit which will keep him on top always. Best of luck at Holy Cross, Dick. Basketball 1, 2. 3; Latin Club 2, 3 (Consul); French Club 2.