Lexington High School - Crystal Yearbook (Lexington, VA)

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GLADYS CATHERINE SMITH “GLADYS” Shy, good natured ... an envy of many when report time comes around. Her ability for learning is proven by the fact that while most of us are grumbling through the regular high school course, Gladys has completed, along with this, the business course. Best of luck, Gladys. JULIAN POLK STUART SMITH II “STU” “swish” Basketball 1-2-3-4; Baseball 1-2-3-4; Football 2; Monogram Club 3-4; (President 4); Echo Staff 3; Dramatic Club 3; Glee Club 1; Amateur Revue 3; Hallowe’en Committee 3; French Club 4 (Secretary). “Stu”; short, dark ... a natural athlete, outstanding in basketball, baseball, and making wise cracks . . . he’s in- terested in girls and in being a state trooper . . . this ought to be a very plausible trade for “Stu” (the girls have him on the go anyway) . Here’s to your success, “Stu,” keep the ole ball rolling. MAE BELL SMITH “MAE bell” Glee Club 1-2; Home Economics 3-4. Mae Bell’s pleasing personality and friendly disposition make her a favorite among her friends. A sense of humor . . . likes to make her own clothes . . . she’s outstanding in mechanical drawing and gives the boys plenty of competition. JOE WOMELDORF SPENCER “joe” Joe; sometimes quiet, usually not . . . detests the exercise of walking . . . and so, much to the joy of his friends, he not only rides himself but rides them also. Short, blonde and happy, Joe has always been a bright spot in our classes. He’s a good driver, and we are certain that he will drive straight throughout his life. The 1940 Crystal - Page Twenty-one

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PAULINE LINDSAY PURVIS “PAULINE Dilettante Club 2-3; Echo Staff 3. Pauline; a ready helper, a pleasing personality . . . neat- ness in her work and appearance . . . outstanding in her classes. She has been an active member of the Dilettante Club, and has proved in many ways that she will always be proud of L. H. S. PAUL McCLUNG REID “bill” Football 3-4; Monogram Club 2-3-4; Basketball 1-2-3-4. Paul’s good sportsmanship and ability have proved him an invaluable athlete to the school. The possessor of a good sense of humor and the ability to take a joke well, Bill is one of the most popular boys in his class. ROBERT HUTCHESON SEAL “lew seal” “bobby” Glee Club 1; U-Name-It 1; Amateur Revue 3; Hallowe’en Party 4; Library Club 3-4; Dramatic Club 3-4; Echo Staff 3; Crystal Staff 4; Freshman Committee 4. An outstanding student ... a foremost exponent of wit ... a winning personality . . . medium height, medium hair, and medium jokes . . . Bobby is one of the most out- standing gentlemen (?) ever to pass through the aged and learned portals of L. H. S. He will probably be a “Mink” next year, and we wish him success. MARY ELIZABETH SHANER “lib” Glee Club 4. Dark hair, beautiful brown eyes, a trusting manner . . . friendly disposition. Although two of her high school years were spent elsewhere, Elizabeth’s ambition has always been to graduate from L. H. S. Her desire is to become a phar- macist . . . we know she has the prescription to fulfill it. Page Twenty - The 1940 Crystal

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■ MARY JUANITA STANLEY “nita” Glee Club 2-3-4; Library Club 3-4; Echo Staff 4. Juanita has lovely brown hair, and a charming smile that radiates a sweet personality. She is an active member of several clubs in school and stands well in her classes. Her marvelous diction and ability to read fast will be a great asset to her in the future. CLEORA ELIZABETH STEIN “ho-gie” Glee Club 1 -2-3-4; Amateur Revue 3; Dramatic Club 4. Tops in singing and dancing . . . glowing smile ... an Irish twinkle in her eyes . . . makes friends with her cheer- ful “hell-o.” Mary Monroe will have trouble finding someone to fill her place as one of the leading altos in the Glee Club. LURTY F. STRAUB, JR. “lurty” Lurty is a quiet little fellow . . . liked by all. Although he is quite weak in French, his craftsmanship is excellent. His common sense and interests in forestry should take him far. NANCY SAVILLE TOLLEY “nance” Glee Club 1; Echo Staff 4. One glance at our dark-eyed, dark-haired senior, Nance, will impress anyone that she is one of the most attractive girls in L. H. S. Those who haven’t had the pleasure of her acquaintance should regret it. We know, Nance, with her willing and winsome way, will go far. Page Twenty-Two - The 1940 Crystal