Classical High School - Caduceus Yearbook (Providence, RI)

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as PKWQQA THE CADUCEUS GORDON LEONARD PAUL Orchestra, Cl, 2, 3, 4D R. I. S. C. A sixffooted troubadour is always envied, especially when he's agreeable, generous, and talented. During the last few years, Gordon has been one of the mainstays of the Classical orchestra. His manners and habits make him an excellent chum. There's a good deal of schoolfspirit in him, too. We see him and two of his sidekicks at most of our discouraging football, baseball, and hockey games. Gordon's prospects in the engineering field are indeed bright, for Classical has produced not a few engineers of note. So give this little boy a hand! MARGUERITE LOUISE PEARSON Glee Club, fl, 2, 3, 415 German Play, C41 MOUNT SINAI HosP1TAL Marguerite has entertained our class for four years with her dry humor and witty remarks. Man earful situation has been changed to a cheer' ful one by her peculiarly a ropriate wisecracks. How could we face those delinquents ai 'lnum le scoldings without Marguerite to cheer us up? Althou she. is sually a rather timid soul, that august gentleman, Edmund B e, hel o terror for her. She proudly displayed an A on her report aft - the s e, which inspired instant respect in us for her ref mark l clear rception. When Marguerite graced the German play with r dqliglltful singing, we discovered another of her talents, a charm' ing v ice. Her ambition is to be a nurse. We know that her wit, sweet voice. and logic will help her to succeed in her chosen profession. JOHN RAYMOND PEARSON Caduceus Board, C41 R. I. S. C. It seems to me that some one once said, Swedes have square heads. That may or may not be so, but if it is, Ray's corners are filled to capacity Wand not with ivory, either. Here's the kind of a fellow, girls dream about and fellows envy: big, clean, honest as the day is long, clever as they make 'em, and a live wire. Why, he has his finger in everything: HifY, De Molay, Church work, Caduceus Board, solid geometry, athletics, dances '-fewhat's the use? Words fail. He's just one of us, and we know what kind of niche he's carved for himself in our hearts. RUTH CLARA PEARSON Orchestra, QD, Caduceus Board, Q41 Ruth is not janet Gaynor's twin sister, nor yet her double, altho she would pass for either with ease. Quiet and collected, she never seems ruffled, and so far as we know,no one has ever seen her hurrying. Every once in a while, she disappears -whither, no one seems to know, but these periodical hegiras must be pilgrimages to the source of wisdom, for she comes back prepared in every subject. Ruth is a modest wearer of a Summa Cum Laude key, a tribute in part, at least, to her outstanding originality.

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FSVQP0 QfQiWQ37i?9LQT THE CADUCEUS ELEANOR AMANDA GDE Tennis, QI, 2, 3, 455 Swimming, CZ, 3, 4Dg Baseball, Q15 Volley Ball, QD, Girls' Athletic Association, Q41 WELLESLEY Did you ever hear of Helen Wills, Gertrude Ederle, or Babe Ruth? Well, in our own senior class we have a girl who is a combination of all three, and a perfect peach, besides the kind that piles nine or ten into her Lin Tizzie, Cwhich is a Nessexj, and wishes she had room for the other seven who constitute the Classical cheering squad, rooters, and audience at every game. lf cups and trophies from camp mean anything, a fencingfmatch between Art Carlson and her would prove very exciting, as both are champs. Ellie will soon he shining at dear old Wellesley. Lucky Wellesley! DANIEL HENRY O'GRADY Track, QZ, 3, 4D. Danny is a lover of sports. Athletically speaking he is a twofletter man, having won fame in football and track. Did you ever see him overloaded with books? Ask me another? Yet he manages to pass in all his studies. Since Danny excels in themefwriting, some day we may hear of him as an editor or perhaps a poet. He has not mentioned his plans for the future, but we know that he will be successful in whatever he undertakes. Strut your stuff, big boy! MILLICENT EDNA PAIGE English Play, C42 Caduceus Board BATES PsssstfBuzz Buzz! Nope, it's not a flat tire or anything, just one of Millicent and El 'nor's.cland tine conversations, followed by the usual Miss Caivipbellfxep to , please, It's a gift, sez we. Besides acting the part ' igger i th rst division's English play with consummate iflili , s e is one o iss y's star pupils in themefwriting. This fact proves that ther are ngs as A's in Miss Day's alphabet, in spite of the prevailing . E's. In a recent straw vote, Millicent was proclaimed undisputed holder of all endurance records for giggling and perfect themes. With these laurels, she will surely conquer Bates next year! NIGOL PARAGAMI AN Nigol came to America a short seven years ago from farfoff Armenia, but he is not at all in his element. He should have been born in the Middle Ages, when knighthood was in flower, for he has been known to vent his knightly wrath upon almost every one in school. His quick mastery of the English language and American customs makes him a genius. The summing up of this fellow's character may be included entirely in the words ugood sport, this is the very essence of everything in an allfaround good fellow. Here's a bow to you in your future dealings, Nigol!

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THE CADUCEUS LEANDER FERDINAND PEASE, 2ND Orchestra, Cl, 2, 3, 415 Social Committee, C3, 415 EditorfinfCl1ief, Caduceus Board, C41. BROWN Words seem weak and powerless when one attempts to describe the character of a person like Lee. He is the original exponent of the Brighten the Corner where you are spirit, but he doesn't conbne himself to corners. His wisecracks, original translations, and rare poems, have made him known to many a delighted and hilarious assemblage. He has his serious side, as his intimate friends, who have found him a true pal in time of need, will tell you. As saxaphonist in the jazz orchestra, member of the Social Comf mittee, and more especially, in the arduous post of EditorfinfChief of The Caduceus, he has given devoted service to the class of '50, which owes him its deepest gratitude. WALLACE JOSEPH PIANKA Class President, Q3, 415 Football, Cl, 2, 3, 4, Capt. 415 Athletic Association, KZ, 3, 4, Pres. 415 City Wrestling, C3, 415 Champion C3, 4,1 Track, Cl, 215 German Play, C41. Wally's like a Greek temple, strong, handsome, and dignified. He's certainly been a pillar of strength to our class. Upon his sturdy shoulders have rested many of the responsibilities of the Senior Class. He is behind every activity, and to his great credit, it may be said that never has one of his projects been a failure. Withal, he has found time to become a famous football star and captain of the team. These many laurels have not inf creased the size of his hat, nay, he is always a good fellow, a good comrade, and a better friend. Although he departs for some Alma Mater next especially, Mr. Peck's ofhce. ALBERTO MARIO PICCOLO Orchestra, Cl, 21, Fencing, C3, 415 Soccer, C315 Senior Play. Turrs We like that remark Miss Day made once when Piccolo was speaking out of turn something like this: Your name may be Piccolo, but it isn't time for you to play yet! Ah! but he does play-not the piccolo, but the violin. Al always has had good scholarship, besides fencing ability. In the chemical laboratory he always uses twice as much of a substance as directed, and therefore has twice as many broken test tubes. His motto seems to be Good Measure, a fine recipe for the future. fall, we predict that his ghost will ever haunt Classical's Halls,'and more 1 HERCULES PICERNE Baseball, Cl, 2, 3, 415 Football, Cl, 2, 3, 415 Basketball, fl, 2, 3, 41. Here is our leading exponent of athletic success. Herc's perform' ances on the gridiron and the diamond have thrilled many an excited spectator. Who will ever forget those mst endfruns, those powerful thrusts through the line, or that swift sprinter's dash to first base? In addition to these Herc is also a superlative basketball player. But he is not only a famed sportsmang he is known to his intimates as a good scout and a fine pal. To the classes of later years he may be remembered only as a famed athlete' to us he will always be associated with the highest kind of friendliness and comradeship.