Bellows Falls High School - Sampler Yearbook (Bellows Falls, VT)

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THE SAMPLER Mrs. Thelma M. Quinn University of Vermont, A.B. Junior High Math, General Math Humor-tinged comments about her three angels” — a true Vermonter — a congenial smile for everyone — platform heels — a jovial swagger” — a faint touch of lipstick — dainty voice with delicate pronunciation. Miss Sara Ramsay Keene Teachers’ College, A.B. Home Economics, Science; Home Ec Club Our happy home-maker — a willowy blonde — the Basic 7 and Singer machines — modest practicality — eyes that glow approval — soft-spoken independence — collegiate friendliness in a campus jacket. Mr. George Sanders Keene Teachers’ College. B.E.; University of Pittsburgh. Distributive Education, Driver Training; Baseball Coach, Asst. Football Coach Rugged countenance — Sit down and don’t move out of that seat!” — congenial sarcasm — enthusiastic coach and strict disciplinarian — Look ...” — jocularity with a booming sense of humor. Miss Catherine Santamaria Salem Teachers’ College, B.S. in Ed.; Boston University, Ed.M. Commercial; Monitors Meticulously set hair — sharp sense of humor — brisk, distinct enuncia- tion — animated conversationalist — a friendly, but sometimes wary, frolic- some smile — reliable guardian of precious ledgers and journals. Mr. Richard Sprague Bowdoin College. B.S.; Trinity College. M.A. History; Tennis Coach Democratic in everything — “A load of hay just went through here.” — Lewis eyebrows —a proud papa — “This is a little extra for the same price. — Loyal supporter of the “Herald Tribune.” 10

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THE SAMPLER Mrs. Dorothy M. Jones Posse-Nissen School of Physical Education; Temple University, Physical Education, B.S. Physical Education for Girls; Girls’ Coach Subtle sarcasms — mobile features — a flashy Buick convertible — Take showers, girls!” — deep friendliness and understanding — smart clothes — oodles of shoes — inspiring words from the sidelines. Mr. Burton W. Martin N. E. Conservatory of Music, B.M. Instrumental Music Impressive height — cocker spaniel expression and a bashful grin — master of many instruments — quiet and conservative — blushes readily — plays a mean” trumpet — “Now let's get going.” Mr. Gerald McCarthy St. Michael’s College, A.B., M.A. Sociology, Psychology, Economic Geography, Driver Training, Jr. High Coach That lost look — large, soulful eyes — But, ah. in that ...” — an in- quisitive glance and a silent smile followed by quiet laughter These silly girls, why don’t they let a boy rest!” Mr. John W. Murphy N. E. School of Arts Art Wavy hair and freckles — voice with the softness of falling snow — smok- ing sessions in the boiler room — Oh. yes.” — radiating warmth — artist a la extraordinary. Mr. Walter J. Olbrych Northampton Commercial College Commercial Irrespressible flow of puns — Make a deposit.” — a quick retort accom- panied by raised eyebrows — inherent sense of humor — “This is advanced bookkeeping, but you'll have it later on. 9

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THE SAMPLER Miss Roxie Jean Talbert University of Vermont Jr. High Social Science and General Science, World History “Do your own work, it will give you greater satisfaction. — Vt. Fokelore representative in Windham County — hobby: black cat statuettes — “Victor, take a seat in the back!” — hidden understanding between student and teacher. Miss Catherine Wilcox University of Vermont, A.B., Ed.M., M.A. Causa Honoris Latin, English; Latin Club “Bona Magistra” — contagious enthusiasm — an accusing, “You could do it if you tried.” — sincere, friendly smile — “Quo Vadis” and Broadway Plays — If the Romans had had to learn Latin, they would never have found time to conquer the world. ON CHEMISTRY, OR SHALL I? Shall I waste in Davis’s lair And die, because of odors there? Or hasten from the flying glass, Because I failed my test on gas? Be there sulphur in my hair, Also NH4-fumed air, As long as I may live, alas, What care I just how I pass? Jerry TO THE FACULTY Stone walls do not a schoolhouse make, Nor warning cards a brain. Minds innocent and quiet take Them for a threat quite plain. When I have freedom in my soul, And from studies I am free, Then I’ll have reached that final goal My parents set for me. Georgette 11