Branksome Hall - Slogan Yearbook (Toronto, Ontario Canada)

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V. ACADEMIC Barbara Hodkinson— Our blushing -iub-prefcct from Leaside is always ready for a laugh and is Sunshine to everyone. Barb spent the summer months of 1949 in Europe and is constantly contriving to return. She loves the occasional walk home from School. Future — decidedly undecided. Janet Hutcheson — Our dark haired maiden from the north (Huntsville) who has a passion for skiing, horses, and wide open spaces has really added to life in the pink room . One of her noted achievements was the role of Joseph in the pageant. Although she is uncertain as to the future, we are sure it will be successful. Sheila Jarrett — A bright little blonde, little pixie is she. Full of fun and fancy free. She loves skiing, hockey and dancing, too; Her ads for the Slogan she ' ll never wade through. She ' s often heard shouting, TRAYS! at noon; And she ' s apt to be found at Normal School soon. Charlotte Lyie — Char is one of our ambitious cheerleaders and the never-say-die secret ary- treasurer of VB. She always does things the fair way. You notice that far-away look, and Oh, that natural curl . Pet aversion — Homeless Boarders. Char ' s ambition is to be a nurse. Mary Mac Lennan — Mary is known as Carrots at Branksome, owing to a beautiful shock of hair! Our energetic sub-prefect is an Active Member of the MacGregor C ' n and a guard on the Second Basketball Team. Mary ' s cheerful Good Morning would put anyone in good spirits; it has kept us cheered for a year. Shirley Mann— Our sub-prefect. VA ' s Library- representative, Shirley is always ready for fun, whether it is at home, riding or right here at B.H.S. Branksome ' s own Poet Laureate, appre- ciates classical music and Canadian art. She is going to Europe this summer, and will take English Literature at Trinity in the Fall. Bon voyage. Shirk Barbara Markham — Tall, dark, vivacious Barb , from Cornwall, Ontario, is a sub-prefect and member of the Opheleo. She is on the school swimming team, and an enthusiastic skier. Favourite pastime — Dance nights, and discussing Franco-Canadian problems. Destination — Art Course at McGill. Rosalie McKinney — Sweet and demure, and sometimes shy She ' s known to heave a heavy sigh At problems that she cannot get In Miss P ' s classes, but often, yet — She reaches honours seldom met. A member of the Slogan Staff, She does her bit, and then a half. Next year, her ambition seems to be I ' l Occupational Therapy. Mary Mihell— The lass with the delicate air who is noted for her saying, Oh-h-h-h, Russ! is the vice-president of VB. She also belongs to the knitting club on the top floor of Sherborne House. Pet Aversion — rose-bowls. Ambition — to become a nurse, and a good one, too. Best of Luck at Women ' s College, Mary. Joan Mills— Joanie ' s a gal whose laughing eye Greets you as she passes by. The Beta Kappa ' s strong support, Her interests are of every sort. For future plans, she hopes to be In nursing at the Wellesley.

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V. ACADEMIC Frances Adams— Hungry ? Want advice? Or do you just want a friend? Well, come to Fran! She ' ll give half her lunch, words of comfort, and a great, big smile. Fran is a lover of the rugged north and white sails. Right now, she can ' t decide between nurses ' s training and higher education at Trinity. Whatever her choice, we wish her the best of luck in tfie future. Wendy Aitken— Our tall Simpson ' s rep enjoys acting in plays as a hobby, and selling tickets to fashion shows is her favourite pastime! She lends her talents to the Beta Kappa, besides carrying high the McLeod Clan banner as sub- chieftain. Being President of VA is the last but not least of her achievements. Remember the mysterious voice on our Christmas broadcast? You ' ve guessed it! Penelope Braide — Pretty Penny, with the shining copper curls, is Branksome ' s representative from the Far West. Judging from her mail, B.C. must be suffering from her absence. Penny has a passion for knitting diamond socks — and she is famous for her fascinating earrings and the clothes which she designs and makes herself. With her creative ability, she is guaranteed a successful career in designing. Phyllis Brown — Our Galtonian is the jumping bean of the second basketball team. She loves all sports, particularly skating, tennis, swimming and golf. Phyl hopes to be a nurse, but we think she ' ll be a future ballerina of the Ballet Russe. Jocelyn Campbell — Little sub-prefect of our VB, Things that are fun, suit her to a T. Big green eyes and long black locks, Her favourite pastime is knitting those socks. At meetings at noon, she often is found; Right now she is definitely Varsity bound. Claire Clark — Casey is a member of the Opheleo, and a sub-prefect. She hails from Nova Scotia and plans to enter Wellesley Nurse ' s Training School in the Autumn. Her favourite pastime is trying to play concentrated bridge against great odds! Secret ambition — to cut her hair. Ann Cooling — What will the Dramatic Society do without Ann ' s stalwart support? Ann has been a Branksomite for eleven years, and with her graduation, the last traces of an English element leave the school. After a summer trip to her homeland, Ann plans to take Soc and Phil at Varsity. Pamela Fulford — Our little bridge fiend can always be seen wandering through the halls in search of a fourth. A member of the Beta Kappa, apparatus group, and the ski team, Pam has been here eleven years. She is headed for the Physical Education Department at Varsity. Shirley Gray — This brunette ' s enthusiasm for the latest fashions, hair-styles and Eckstein, is catch ing. Nicknamed, Moo , on acount of those big, brown eyes — she loves the good old Summertime and swimming. A sub-prefect, Shirley ' s future looks bright with aspirations for journalism at Western, Rah, rah! Joan Hall — Joan is noted for her quiet manner and blonde hair. She spent last year in Lausanne, Switzerland, and travelling around Europe. As a ski enthusiast, Joan spends the weekends at Collingwood. Her ambition is to return to Italy.

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V. ACADEMIC Lorraine Morris- Blonde curls a-flying, kilt a-whirl. Personality plus; oh, what a girl! Her ambitions are high, and her interest rare As Literary Editor, she ' s beyond compare; To learn to drive is her secret ambition, And in journalism, to find a position. Nancy Owens — The only bridge player who can play opposite Pam, and keep calm. Nan is an attractive member of the Beta Kappa, sub- prefect and Vice-President of VA. Probable future — University. As to which one, and what course, there is still some doubt. Evelyn Park — Effie , her own private hair stylist, has many honours — sub-prefect, president of VB, committee member of the Beta i appa and the Slogan, and last but not least, a friend of Alice Ann Russell. Pet Saying — Fhew! Pet Aversion — taking Saturday morning studies. Future — Heading the society page. Mary Eleanor Riddell — A rarity among us is this member of VA. Although she is often teased about that New Zealand accent, and blonde hair, we all agree that they suit her to a T. A sports enthusiast, the chieftain of the Scotts excels in badminton and tennis. Unless Mary Eleanor slaughters someone, we hope to see her in Arts at Varsity. Gwenanne Scott — This good-natured brunette and cousin of Ted Kennedy, left Malvern Col- legiate in third form to come to Branksome. A whiz in Maths and Science, she studies dramatics out of school. She is always friendly and willing to chat. Gwenanne ' s ambition is Science at U. of T. Her early morning greeting and pet saying, Teeder got a goal! Barbara Shaw — This little gal with the big future, who has always cherished the idea of being a geologist, proudly states that she is headed for Varsity. Barb ' s rec ' -room is our favourite hang- out, but she prefers fighting fires at Wilber- force! Our sub-prefect ' s first love is Joe, (her pet dog). By the way, just ask her anything about hockey. Joyce Sinclair— A sunny disposition and a constant grin, Sink is tops with everyone, A sub-prefect. member of the Opheleo and Photography Expert for the Slogan. Joyce loves living — especially at North Bay! She has a yen for Cuba, the rhumba beat and Western! Her life-long ambition? To fly a plane — and she will! Joan Smith— Our Smitty ' s a hard worker. An athlete of McLean Clan, Skiing is her hobby. And nursing is her plan. To learn how to drive is her life-long ambition. And that Florida moon , she sure is a-missin ' . Joan Somerviile — Good things always come in small packages . Little Joanie came to us from Forest Hill three years ago. She takes her school work very seriously, and is looking forward to Physio-Therapy at U. of T. Seen but rarely heard, quiet Joan is friendly and willing to be helpful to everyone. We ' ll all remember her as Abby in Arsenic and Old Lace . Ann Sutherland — Sudsy is the president of the Beta Kappa, captain of the Ski Team. a member of the swimming team, a sub-prefect and generally prominent in school activities. She may be seen any day wandering along the halls with ten pounds of books and an absent-minded expres- sion. Her week-end address is Collingwood. The Physical Education Department at McGill will be proud of Sudsy ' s enrolment.