Bridgewater State University - Alpha Yearbook (Bridgewater, MA)

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1932 NGRIVIAL OFFERING RUTH MARY BRIDGES 21 Crocker Street, Somerville. W. A. A. 1, 2. Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4, Secretary 4. Science Club 1, 2, 3, 4, Secretary 3. My wild Irish Rose The sweetest flower that grows. That Ruth is sweet, no one would deny, and yet Ruth is not too sweet to be interesting. She has those little, subtle touches of Irish humor which give spice to her remarks and make her company refreshing. Add to this personality the ability to achieve a splendid record, a touch of music from the gods, a ready, understanding sympathy, and you have our Ruthie. MAY BURNS 169 Glenrose Avenue, East Braintree. Day Student Council 4. Campus Comment 4. Her smile is the sweetest that ever was seen, Her cheek like the rose is, but fresher, I ween. May has a distinct Hair for style and she likes vivid colors. Something else that appeals to May is good food-and much of the sweet stuff. But she evidently does not have to worry. Incidentally, if you ever want to start an interesting conver- sation with May, ask her something about art. And she enjoys dancing. just ask her. 23 School Street, M thuen VV A A 1, 2 Hockey 1, 2, 3, 4. Baseball 1, 2, 3. Basketball 1, 2. Library Club 2. Dramatic Club 3, 4, Vice- president 4. Campus Comment 4. Why worry what to-morrow brings? To-day is here-and now's the time For song and jest. Anne is one of our sure cure for the blues. If you hear peals of laughter down the hall, Anne is sure to be there telling or hearing the latest joke. Full of energy and vivacity, too, is Anne. She loves to dance and many the times we can say, For who can pin to earth an airy spirit-a fairy spirit? 18

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CLASSES LOUISE BORDEN 179 Shawmut St., Fall River. VV. A. A. 1, 2, 3, 4, XV. A. A. Board 3, 4. Dancing 2, 3, 4, Head of Dancing 3. Head of Campus Carnival 4. Bowling 2, 3, 4. Basketball 2. Soccer 3. French Club 1, 2, 3, 4. Dormitory Council 4. The secret of success is constancy of purpose. VVe don't know how she accomplishes it, but here is one girl who hands everything in on time. Efficiency and con- scientiousness best describe her. Her main interest lies in French and English Literature. Ask her about the North- eastern proms and Bridgewater tea dances. MARY RITA BRIDGES JENNIE ROSE BORSARI 6 Aldrich Road, Bridgewater. VV. A. A. 2, 3, 4. Hockey 2. Basketball 2. HWe love the things we love for what they are. Jennie appears to be a very quiet and shy girl, but to those who know her she is peppy, witty, and dear. She is true, kind, and helpful to all with whom she comes in contact. For narrow-minded, selfish, and sarcastic people Jennie has little use. First is she to detect a joke, and her musical, spontaneous, and contagious laugh bursts forth at unex- pected moments. The merry elves are constantly peeking out of her eyes. 1fVe may truthfully say that to know her is to love her. 21 Crocker Street, Somerville. VV. A. A. 1, 2, 3, 4. Science Club 1, 2, 3, 4, Treasurer 1, Vice- president 4. Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4, President 4. Library Club 1. Laugh and the world laughs with you. Mary has one of those infectious laughs which no one can resist. Everyone knows the fun-loving Mary, but few except her friends know of the existence of her other philosophical and idealistic self which is responsible for her reputation as a good companion. She is the possessor of that rare combina- tion of cheerfulness, sympathy, loyalty, and understanding, which make her an invaluable friend. 17

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CLASSES HELEN THERESA CLEARY 35 School Street, VVhitman. VV. A. A. 1, 2, 3. Hockey 1. Basketball 1, 2. Bowling 3, 4. The mildest manners and the gentlest heart. Helen is a gay, spritely comrade who seems to be always happy in a calm, contented way. Not even commuting has been able to spoil her pleasant disposition. Possessing the rare gift of sympathy and understanding, Helen is untiring in her efforts to help others. This year Helen has been es- pecially susceptible to brown-we hope it lasts, Helen. NIARY LORETTA COAKLEY 10 Clark Street, Norwood. W. A. A. 1, 2, 3, 4, Recording Secretary 4, President 4. Hockey 1, 2. Baseball 1, 3. Volley Ball 2. Library Club 4. Class Treasurer 4. She lives on the sunny side and she would have you all come over there with her. VVhatever the weather may be, there is always sunshine around Loretta. Her cheerfulness, understanding, and sympathy make her an ideal friend. lt is a wonderful thing, too, to be able to find someone always ready and willing to be of service-that is Loretta. DORA LOUISE COBB Wareham Street, Middleboro. Basketball 2, 4. Baseball 1. W. A. A. 4. Of soul sincere In action faithful and in honor clean. Dora is one of the finest of friends. lf you want to be serious, she's serious, if your mood is jollity, her ready laugh joins yours. Basketball is one of her hobbies, and her work on the court shows her interest in it. Quiet she is, but often surprises us by her ready wit and sudden humorous comments. 19