Deering High School - Amethyst Yearbook (Portland, ME)

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SENIOR CLASS HISTORY The class of 1945 is the fourth one to graduate into a world torn by the confusion and disaster of World War 11. Many of our boys were called upon to leave Deering before completing their last year, but we know that the memory of their high school days will be a constant source of pleasure to them. We entered in 1941, and, without the aid of a Freshman Reception, rapidly made a place for ourselves at Deering. Our first class president was Malcolm Speirs, who was assisted by Dana Smith, Constance Barker, and Davis Burnell. In 1942, Dana took over as president, with Harry Starbird as vice president, Anne Tracy as secretary, and Bill Wadman as treasurer. The Junior Class officers were Harry Starbird, Dana Smith, Virginia Cole, and Malcolm Speirs. Probably the most successful dance of the school year was our Junior Prom. The deco- rations, in particular, were beautiful, thanks to the artistic talents of some of our classmates. This year, Dana Smith is serving his second term as president, with Margaret St. John as vice president, Constance Barker as secretary, and Bill Kern as treasurer. When Bill left for Bowdoin, Barbara Cooper was appointed acting treasurer. Our boys and girls alike have distinguished themselves on the athletic fields. Outstanding in football, basketball, and baseball are Dana Smith, captain of the football team, Gordon Beem, our basketball captain, Malcolm Speirs, our baseball captain, Norton Sawyer, and many others. Bob Thomas and Tom Chellis are our ab-le representatives on the track team. Among our prominent girl athletes are Janet Chase, captain of the basketball team, Rose Maxwell, Marjorie Sawyer, and Frances Nourse. Other sports in which both boys and girls are active participants include archery, riding, skating, skiing, swimming, and tennis. The members of the class of 1,945 are also very well represented in all Deering's other clubs and activities. Names immediately associated with the stage include those of Paul Bragdon, David Hicks, Nelson Thompson, Robert Barlow, Richard Castner, Eugenia McCallum, Patricia Stevens, and Virginia Cole. The cast of this year's Dramatic Club Play, Ghost Wantedf, include several seniors in the leading roles. You probably all remember the mon- ster-well, it was Neal Hellman, in case you didnft recognize him. The Senior Class Play was Barrie's The Admirable Crichton, with Paul Bragdon and Mary Lou Rice taking the leads. In all, over twenty seniors took part in the play, making an exceptionally large cast. Two of our well-known authors and members of the Writers' Club are Elizabeth Spalding, whose poetry has received several awards, and Mary Morrill. Dick Castner and Paul Bragdon, assisted by many other competent seniors, have done a creditable job in turning out the AMETHYST and Ram-Blings. The job of an editor has little glory attached to it, and has become increasingly difficult with wartime restrictions. This year, also, the Student Council has been successfully put into action, thanks to the hard work of our classmates. This has long been a dream at Deering, and, although the class ahead of us did much toward drawing up a constitution, it remained for the class of 1945 to put it on a working basis. There are many talented musicians in the class of 1945, as is shown by the large number of seniors in the band, orchestra, and glee clubs. The class is also active in the Art Club and such organizations as the junior Red Cross. The commissioned officers of Boy and Girl Cadets are all seniors with three years of experience to their credit. These officers have had the job of drilling and instructing the underclassmen, and have done an excellent job, as their per- formance at the Cadet Ball showed. Not only are they well represented in Deering's activities, but the seniors have set fine scholastic records. On the honor roll appear such names as Robert Barlow, Nelson Thompson, Barbara Cooper, Janice Bernstein, Constance Barker, Gay Boggs, and many others. All in all, it has been an interesting and eventful four years. We have worked hard and played hard, and have had some unforgettable experiences. We wish to express our thanks to our faculty advisers, Mr. Ralph Young and Mr. Richard Cobb, for their valuable advice and assistance throughout our stay at Deering. CoNsrANcE BARKER, Secretary

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This has been a trying year for all the World- a year of unprecedented violence. Yet: it heralds the beginning of a bright future. None of us has accepted its consequences. We would not if we could. It is my hope that those of you who must meet the full impact of the struggle can realize that its necessity is temporary. Ir is my greater hope that all of you are somewhat better prepared by reason of your days among us to accept the privilege and responsibility of peace. CARLETON L. WIGGIN

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Joyce W. Abbott Buhhles Activities: Freshman and Junior Class Officer, Swimming Ambition: Secretary Favorites: Glenn Miller, Stardust, History with Pete She doeth little kindnesses which most leave undone. Donald J. Anderson Andy Activities: Freshman football Ambition: Civil Engineer Favorites: Spike Jones, Cocktails For Twof' crack-up in Ben's model A He has enough who is contentf' Margaret Elizabeth Adams Betty Activity: Cadets Ambition: To be a success Favorites: Glenn Miller, English, dancing, football How sweet you are. Elizabeth Bailey Betty Activities: Horizon Club, Red Cross Ambition: Nurse a good Favorites: Harry james, Alwa s, softball, danc- Y ing, Latin Common sense is the genius of humanityf' Dorothy Alexander Dotty Activities: Softball, basketball Ambition: Nurse Favorites: Tommy Dorsey, Time Waits For No Onef' dancing, Biology TRANSFERRED Fnom L1NcoLN ACADEMY IN 1942 Activities: Cheerleader, softball, basketball To make you laugh is her delightf, Carlton W. Baldwin, Jr. Bud Ambition: Aeronautical Engineer Favorites: Harry James, 'Tll Walk Alonef, fo Rather quiet but full of fun. otbal Mariorie L. Alexander Gander Art and Riding Clubs, Orchestra Interior Decorator and Designer Harry James, 'iDon't Get Around Much Anymore, dancing, basketball Activities: Ambition: Favorites: Art is power. Marilyn J. Barbour Mimi Activities: Hockey, Tennis, Red Cross Ambition: To pass French Favorites: swimming, loafing, English She rest: well, content that all is well. I Harry James, I'll Be Seeing You,