Lexington High School - Lexington Yearbook (Lexington, MA)

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DOROTHY POIRIER “A happy heart makes a blooming visage.” Here is Dot, one of the bright spots of our class. She left us last year but returned, wiser, with the knowledge there's no school like) L-H.S: and no class like the one of 1941. Press Club; Spotlight; A.S.A. ROBERT PRIMMERMAN “Athletic ability and scholastic diligence.” Bob's wathleic™ skillm@ has carved his name deeply in the memories of Lexington sports fans, and his’ scho- lastic achievements have earned him the name of a hard worker. His good hu- mor and affability have gained for him a host of friends and widespread recognition as a good fel- low. Basketball 2; Football 3; Student Council 1; Athletic Club; Base- ball 3; A.S.A. 2. RUTH PORTER “Let the victory fall where it will, we are on lLex.’s side.” Ruth's athletic ability is very creditable. We shall never forget her on the hockey field and on the basketball court, Her pleas- ing personality and attrac- tiveness make her very popular with everyone. Field Hockey 3; Basketball 3; Studegt Council; Baseball 3. JOSEPH REILLY “Laugh and be well.” Endowed with a happy smile that is evident on all occasions, energetic and active in all atfairs—Joe, has an engaging person- ality that cannot be caught in mere words. Soccer 3; Track 2; Dance Com- mittees; Senior Play; Student Council; Operetta 2; French Club, Pres. ETHEL POWDERLY “A gentle mind by gentle deeds is known.” Ethel is one of the quiet girls in our class. She abides by all the rules even to being on time mornings. Although Ethel isn't noisy like the rest of us, she man- ages to be heard through the babel of tongues. Job Hunting Club; A.S.A. FRANCES RICHTER “Fragile as a hummingbird.” Having an abundance of school spirit, Fifi follows all athletics keenly and partic- ipates in many school ac- tivities. In case you don't know, I'll also tell you, she’s an accomplished pia- nist, too. Senior Play; Dance Committee; Yearbook; Operetta 2; Dramatic Club 2; French Club 2; A.S.A. a

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JANE OSBORNE “Quiet, diligent and affable.” These quiet girls are kid- ding us — you can tell by their eyes. No one with laughter in her can be silent for long. Fess up, Jane, you're not always quiet, are you? HERBERT PETERSON “Life is but a jest.” Herbert is known to all his many friends and pals as Pete. Smiling and jolly, Pete has always had many a welcome, witty saying for every dull moment. Pete may not end up a student at Oxford, but he certainly will be remem- bered by his class of ‘41. Travel Club. HAZEL PATTERSON “Pleasure and action make the time seem short.” Take a good look at Hazel. You should see her fingers fly over the keys. She's usually busy typing reports for the Spotlight. When not busy doing this, she is gaily gleaning gossip or stories for the paper. Press Club; Junior League; Spotlight. Classical STEPHEN PHINNEY “No work is worse than overwork.’ Steve with the drawling voice, made color scheme come to L.H.S. at the begin- ning of the Senior Year. We regret that his connection with the school has not been longer, for he has in- deed been an asset. Senior Play; Operetta. x MARTHA PIERCE “Firm of word and deed.” Martha, who is tall and very attractive, has a viva- city equalled by no girl in her class. Her extra curricu- la activities are varied. With her sparkling person- ality and sunny disposition, she is one of Lexington High's most popular girls. Field Hockey 2; Dance Com- mittee 3; Senior Play; Student Council; English Club; Assem- bly Committee; Yearbook. PRISCILLA PLUMMER “One universal grin.’ Although slow in speech, she is quick when it comes to flashing on and off those individual smiles. She has endeared herself to all with her sweet personality. Dance Committees 1; Yearbook; French Club 1; A.S.A.; Chorus.

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PAULINE ROBERTS “When there’s any mischief to be done, she’s always there and full of fun.” “Paulie” will never forget the good times she had in art class, but in spite of fooling, she has produced many creditable drawings. We know! Field Hockey 1; Archery 1; Year- book; Baseball 1. KENNETH RYMAL “The charm and playfulness of his talk.” Ken, with his quick wit and good humor, has bright- ened many a dreary day for us. He will always hold up his end in any argument on any subject with final- ity. His sunny smile and sparkling personality have won him many friends. Track 1; Operetta 1; Public Speaking; Contest. STANLEY ROMANOWSKI “Wit is the salt of conversation.” The “sole” of Wit, Bedford's freckle-faced Tom Sawyer has, all his life, been the typical, all-American care- free school lad, depicted in Mark Twain's novel. He has won many friends — and also many freckles during the last three years. Senior Play. DONALD SANDS “A constant friend is a thing rare and hard to find.” Gay, blond, and handsome, Don had made our school life profitable. His determi- nation has set a good ex- ample and his lasting friendship deserves utmost respect. Track 1; Aviation Club; A.S.A. EDNA ROSS “Thought is deeper than speech.” The medical profession is calling Edna, and who could better qualify. She is quiet, persevering and ami- able. She will be able to use these qualities as step- ping stones to success. Junior Classical League. CONCETTA SANSEVERINO “Long live such good nature.” This young lady takes every duty, hard or not, and efficiently and quietly does it to perfection. She has a beautiful smile which, she does not spare. Senior Play; Foreign Correspon- dence.