Massachusetts General Hospital School of Nursing - Yearbook (Boston, MA)

Text from Pages 1 - 82 of the 1947 volume:

The FI orence Nightingale Pledge I solemnly pledge myself before God and in the presence of this assembly to pass my life in purity and to practice my profession faithfully. I will abstain from whatever is deleterious and mischievous and will not take or knowingly administer any harmful drug. I will do all in my power to elevate the standard of my pro- fession, and will hold in confidence all personal matters committed to my keep- ing, and all family affairs coming to my knowledge in the practice of my calling. With loyalty will I endeavor to aid the physician in his work and devote myself to the welfare of those committed to my care. DEDICATION It is an honor to be able to dedicate our final efforts to two fine representatives of the School of Nursing. We have had the privilege of having before us during these years both Miss Sally Johnson and Miss Ruth Sleeper, who serve as vital examples of the best in our chosen profession. We feel proud that when we say we are M.G.H. graduates, we will be associated in the minds of all, wherever we may be, with them. How well we remember the respect incurred in our hearts by Miss Johnson when we met her on our first day in training. Her very presence was commanding, dominat- ing our first months here. As we grew to know her we appreciated even more the fine qualities of our Superintendent — above all her absolute and impartial fairness, her vitality and humor, her willingness to listen and advise. It was with a feeling of personal loss that we heard her announcement last February that she was resigning the post that she had so ably filled for twenty-five years. Miss Sleeper, despite her new capacity as Director of Nurses is an old friend of ours. She has always impressed us with her gentle dignity, her understanding of the everpresent problems besetting the young student. As a teacher she shows a rare interest in her work which communicates itself to us, so that we leave the classroom with re- newed resolve to do our best to be good nurses. Her participation in national nursing problems and the general field of Medical Science makes her a woman widely known as an important part of the nursing world. We extend our thanks for all that Miss Johnson and Miss Sleeper have done for us, and assure them both a place in our memories of student years. The Powers The Training School Office or T.S.O. as it is familiarly known is the heart of the School of Nursing. Here can be found Miss Sleeper our principal. The bench outside her office where one awaits her interviews is famed among M.G.H. students. In the outer offices our schedules are made up, food books and checks are given out. The many small details of our student life are here administered. Miss Lepper Miss Viden That Be . . Here we come for approval of student activities. Advice on nursing and personal problems can be found. In short, the action for any grievance, the solution to any problem, the support for any cause is sought after and usually found in T.S.O. It is here that the Administrative-Stu- dent bonds are strengthened. Miss Hardeman Miss Fraser [ 9 ] Science Department Knowledge of chemistry, anatomy, pharmacology, microbiology, and all the other mysterious sciences is slowly and surely made our own through the efforts of Miss Sherwin and the staff of the Science Department. From our Probie Days until all classes are completed and requirements passed this department guides our progress and complements our ward duty to give us a full preparation upon which to build as nurses of the future. Nursing Department A m One of our first contacts with teaching at M.G.H. is Miss Perkins and her Nursing Arts Department. During our period of “probation we sit and listen with awe to the theory of bed- side nursing care. Shortly afterward we struggle to put this theory to practical use in the Nursing School Classroom — still under their watch- ful eyes. As we gradually master tech- niques and apply them in our ward work it is to this department that we look for that nod of approval. Supervisors When we were very young, we didn’t know much about supervisors. Oh, we saw somewhat familiar, although unnamed, white figures appear on the ward, during our few hours of duty, armed with looseleaf notebooks of some mysterious “day reports.” Four months of ignorance, and then when we started full time duty the nebulous char- acters began to assume definite forms and personalities. During those understaffed, wartime years, when for an hour or two there might be only young students on the ward, it was with mingled awe and relief that we would see approaching Miss Dowling, Miss Bates or another. It was perhaps on our first evenings of relief, and our first night duties, that we most appreciated these women. “Supervisor, please, for 480,” and soon “This is Miss Pooles, or Miss Hinkley, or another,” — quietly assuming the responsibility for the great or small problem that was ours. Theirs is a great responsibility. To have at their fingertips sufficient knowledge of all patients; name, diagnosis, and general condi- tion so that they may accurately judge the situation as it is communicated to them by telephone. Some of us may aspire sometime, here or elsewhere, to fill a like position. These women have been our examples, and have taught us more than they can realize. jyH ■ W I j 4 1 ai S.N.C.A. S.N.C.A. Officers The S.N.C.A. is the mouthpiece of the entire student body. Through this organi- zation we are able to make our needs and desires known. In many instances we have had privileges granted through cooperation between students and faculty. Mass meet- ings where each member of the student body may voice her opinion on pertinent condi- tions relative to student life socially, professionally and in relation to living conditions mark the beginning of each semester. Monthly meetings are attended by the representa- tives from each class and the standing committees to discuss and act upon conditions as they arise. It is only through the interest and active participation of each student that the progression of our student government has been successful under the organization started in 1945 and continued interest is necessary to maintain this success. Dormitory and Judiciary In every government designed for the welfare of an entire student body there must be some organization to control and enforce the necessary regulations. The Dormitory Board in cooperation with the Judiciary Board serves these purposes. The students’ viewpoints concerning their infringements on government and house rules are brought before these boards and appropriate penalties are meted out. Judiciary Board Dormitory Board Checks Staff Checks As the days of training grow fewer, most of us foresee the nostalgia for student life that ensues at the close of this part of our education. In order to remember the high- lights of these three years at we bring together the recollections of each class in the form of our yearbook, Checks. Between these covers we hope to include all the familiar faces and all the places we have come to know and love here at M.G.H. Drawsheet The Drawsheet as the name implies, is the nurses’ newspaper. Thanks to its hard- working staff it comes to us once monthly bringing us news of past and current events. The humor, ambitions, and pathos of everyday life in a hospital are cleverly edited and give us a common means of expression. With so many of our classmates away on senior affiliations, the Drawsheet has been very helpful by publishing parts of letters, thus giving us news from far corners of the country. It is completely our student monthly. Drawsheet Staff The Sports Club is one of our newest organizations. Started in the spring of 1946, its aim is to give the students an organized recreational program. The club sponsors picnics, bowling and skating parties and many other activities. Many of us will re- member with great delight the good times we had on many of these occasions and we hope that those who take our places will find as much enjoyment in belonging to the sports club as we have had. Sports Club [, 6 ] Candlelight Service One evening during the Christmas season the Glee Club presents for families and friends the annual Candlelight Service. Walk- ing in a candlelit procession the Glee Club takes its place in the rotunda and renders carols and other familiar Christmas music, bringing the Yuletide spirit to audience and choristers alike. Early Christmas morning, the students who are on duty meet in the Brick Corridor and then go from ward to ward singing Christmas songs for the patients who must spend the holiday here with us. Valedictory At last the time has come for the class of 1947 to join the profession of nursing, a profession which holds opportunities unequaled in most fields of public service open to women. For you, years of preparation and the beginning of a new and satisfying life. Entrance into professional life, like entrance into a new country, requires both passport and visa. The passport is required to secure formal admission into the profession; the visa is an additional endorsement of acceptability as a broadly trained, and capable practitioner. The it. The visa will be yours, a precious heritage, because you chose to enter a school whose parent and outstanding achievements of men and women from all Hospital Services. Now, you, who have studied and worked in the same wards where these great men and women worked, have inherited the benefits of the reputation they have built. This reputation is the endorsement, a you as one ready to give the newest and best in nursing care, it bespeaks for you opportunities for service and study, it paves the way for a satisfying personal life. It may, by its inherent values, also challenge you in return to contribute your measure to the greatness of the Hospital eminence in education, or the result of every day conscientious effort to do well that work which needs to be done, every graduate is privileged to do her share. Preparation and recommendation you now possess! Opportunities of all kinds lie before you; nursing at home and abroad, institutional and public health positions, the chance to earn, and the chance to learn. All these are yours, and more. For there is too the opportunity of citizenship in a world which needs the understanding of women, the knowledge of the health worker, the strength of youth. Your School stands behind you, your career lies before you. What you make of it depends now upon you. the members of the class, this year is an ending and a commencement. It is the end to three diploma will be your passport. It will be yours because you have studied and worked to achieve hospital is known and respected throughout this country and in many countries throughout the world. Over the years, the reputation of “M.G.H.” has been built by the high standards visa on your diploma. It verifies your clinical preparation as sound and broad, it recommends and School of Nursing. As this contribution may be the result of unusual ability in research or [21] February JOAN ALLEN Purvis St., North Sydney, Nova Scotia Allen or Allen it’s so confusing — but not her future plans — Canada here she comes. ELIZABETH ANDERSON 1 17 Fountain St., Pawtucket, R. I. That Rhode Island accent — freezing in the lower bunk at Parkman,— valu- able money maker for the class— sports a black band. ALICE JEANE BARKER 2921 Van Buren Ave., Ogden. Utah “Do you call those mountains?” Well remembered as president of SNCA, for stable hairdos, and her willingness to help. JEAN BARROWS Marivista Ave., Falmouth, Mass. Tiny waist — love of Pepsi, Falmouth and Molasses — has anyone noticed more frequent trips home lately? Haircuts by Hall. RENA BATTISTONE 353 Grinnell St., Fall River, Mass. That Woodbury complexion — those long curly black lashes — Always in the mood for food or fun — looks like a fashion plate from Harper ' s. MARJORIE BLACKWELL 496 Bedford St., E. Bridgewater, Mass. Gorgeous red hair — looks well in all her many hairdos — wide circle of friends proclaim her good-natured wit. [22 ] MM Section AUGUSTA CHRISTOPHER 50 Boston Ave., Somerville, Mass. Always in a hurry — rarely seen with- out Ginnie — Spent last six months on Vet. affiliation — it sounded wonderful. GLENNA CLARKE gA Jackson St., Attleboro, Mass. “No it’s not a permanent” — un- bounding energy — undaunted sense of humor — plugs a mean piano — Usual- ly seen with Tedie. ELIZABETH DAME 57 Woodruff Ave., Wakefield, Mass. Slender, tender and tall — Bette of the smooth pageboy and the groovy boogie woogie. BARBARA DAVIS BRODIE 29 Lee Rd., Chestnut Hill, Mass. Energetic, ambitious, never an idle moment — Dakota will long be remem- bered not only as a cadet affiliation. THERESA DONOVAN McMANUS 81 1 Hale St., Beverly Farms, Mass. The other half of the gold dust twins — likes sailing — Beverly Farms — yellow slickers and baggy sweaters. DOROTHY DRURY 319 Newton St., Waltham, Mass. Famous for her luscious blond looks — the essence of good nature — always ready to join the current doings. Don’t you ever get mad? d ‘a. [23] MARTHA FAULKNER 150 Court St., Keene, N. H. A scintillating sense of humor — a gift for mimicry which is unexcelled — an outstanding hit in the senior play. BARBARA FISHER 142 Cabot St., Newton, Mass. Good things come in small packages — Enjoys snapping pictures in her free time — Williams the centre of interest at the moment. DOROTHY GHISELLINI g Mt. Vernon St., Charlestown, Mass. Quiet, unassuming — professional dig- nity personified — an AI nurse — ‘‘Life begins at home” for “Dottie.” VICTORIA GORDON 12 Alder St., Bristol, Conn. Beloved Brooklyn — dates galore — sense of humor proved valuable during McLean Affiliation — fond of the classics. BARBARA GRANT 32 Ridlon St., Hyde Park, Mass. Barbie usually sports an ecchymosis — or a bump — we all remember her ac- cent — her bubbly laugh — California here comes Grant. BARBARA GRAY 477 East St., Walpole, Mass. Always has that “just stepped out of a band box” appearance — spends free time in N.Y. state. [24] ANN HALL 3 Knowlton Sq., Gloucester, Mass. Oh, that Titian hair — up in the air in a Piper Cub — always ready to make a fourth at bridge — “P” House has possibilities. PATRICIA HALLENBECK R.F.D. No. 2, Hudson, N. Y. Ski jump nose — twinkling brown eyes — hair that is never a problem — Arizona was such fun ! RUTH HARKINS x 1 6 Brookfield Rd., Winthrop, Mass. Definite ideas on all subjects — esca- pades during her senior year that we’ll all remember. MARGARET HARRINGTON Hillsboro, N. H. Guided her probies through the mysteries of the sciences — able photo- graphic editor of Checks — busy and gay social life too. JANE HUDSON HINMAN 1561 Brooklyn Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. A quiet lass — spends her off duty time reading the latest “who done it”. Most happy when she has week-end time. VIRGINIA HUMPHRIES 147 Main St., Andover, Mass. That prodigious appetite and she still looks lean and hungry — a most distinctive accent — gorgeous summer tans. [ 25 ] DOROTHY JAMROCK 98 Beech St., Holyoke, Mass. Tall and slender — always has tales of her latest doings to amuse us — Diffi- culties balancing her meal ticket budget. HELEN KING 56 Old Concord Rd., West Concord, Mass. That wonderful laugh — the best audi- ence for a joke that we know — her male acquaintances innumerable — her female friends include all of us. ANNA KRAUNELIS Box 441, Harrisville, R.I. She wears a pair of silver wings — hysterics at midnight — remember her flannel p ' j’s — affiliation on B3 and her love of Harrisville. MARGARET KRIMMEL 225 West 8th St., Erie, Pa. Penn’s gift to M.G.H. — likes dating, dancing — a hand of bridge — favorite habitat one of our nearby restaurants. DOROTHEA LAIRD 80 Newbern Ave., Medford, Mass. The beauty of our class — we think — likes dancing, sailing, black dresses — sweet sophistication itself — loves late gab fests. ANNIA LOWE 162 Elm St., New Bedford, Mass. Vivacious, witty, versatile, likes red, Pops, sailing, — a phone call, a date and twenty minutes later she’s off. [26] JANE MANUEL 9 Bay View Rd., Durham, N. H. “Let me SLEEP” — hilarious laugh- ter and Jane is sure to be in the centre — game for anything — McLean was the ideal life. PRISCILLA MARCHANT 58 Concord St., Maynard, Mass. “Pussie”, the small girl with the rosy cheeks and the irrepressible laugh. Future plans promise an interesting career in far off lands. MARY McGRADY 2 Boyd Park Terr., Watertown, Mass. “Mac” always full of vim, vigor and vitality — keeps knitting needles handy at all times for those idle moments. MARY MELLEDY 96 Bacon St., Waltham, Mass. Short black hair — a ready smile, limping on duty after first horseback session — those long, long corridors at Hines. KATHERINE MOLANDER 47 Elmwood St., W. Somerville, Mass. Petite, blonde and always in a hurry — shoe string bands by the dozens — always has a mail box full to overflow- ing. CATHERINE MONAGHAN 242 Spruce St., Manchester, N. H. A strong minded lass who’ll defend her opinions in any argument — off to N.Y. and the Marines for an exciting last six months. HELEN NATTI 1 142 Washington St., Gloucester, Mass. Hails from Cape Ann — could make even the great stone face giggle and you should see her at the Finnish hops. VALERIE PAYNE 80 West Main St., Westboro, Mass. Val is one of the nicest parts of the lend lease bill — likes music — earrings — lots of people — meeting new friends. BESSIE PEARSON 21 Oak St., Exeter, N. H. Bess with her sparkling smile and merry dimples — lucky Bickie — can be seen almost any night at Minnie’s — burns lots of midnight oil. RITA PLUMMER 12 Upland Rd., Stoneham, Mass. Shining black curls — sans effort — you don’t need an alarm clock when Rita’s around — Ask the girls at North Grove. ADELAIDE PLUMSTEAD 813 New Britain Ave., Hartford, Conn. Another striking blonde — nice figure, nice clothes and nice manner, always just read the latest best seller. JUNE PROVENCAL 4 Garean St., Ware, Mass. “Pinky” with her infectious laugh — smart quips — and witty stories is al- ways the centre of a laughing group. [28] ANN RANDALL 419 Lincoln Ave., Portsmouth, N. H. One of our most ardent post office devotees — beaming smile heralds the arrival of letters from Tenn. — one of lucky few who can always look profes- sional. ESTHER READE 27 Belvidere St., Boston, Mass. Reserved and dignified — most of the time — height of ambition a school orchestra — helped run ffi7 most ef- ficiently. LOUISE ROBERTS Damariscotta, Maine Still remembered for her aquatic friends, exciting cab rides and weekends in Providence — fun and explorations in Arizona. LOUISE ROSA South Ryegate, Vermont So quiet until you get to know her — another of Minnie’s steadies — Can hard- ly wait to get back to her beloved hills. SHIRLEY SABINS Riverside, Walpole, N. H. Versatile entertainer — has not one but many talents — Where there’s Shir- ley there’s Ann — Path is such an inter- esting subject. ANNA SCHULTZ Eckland, Penn. Tall blonde and lovely — rarely home evenings — she and Maggie off for an evening of fun. [29] DOROTHEA SHATTUCK Devon Lane Farm, Belchertown, Mass. Another of our “five year” students but she loves every minute of it. Has a noticeable weakness for red heads. MINNIE SHERMAN 58 Liberty Ave., W. Somerville, Mass. An attractive hairdo that puzzles many — favorite color lavender — writes the longest letters on record. RITA SHUTTS Box 529, Hillsboro, N. H. Rita’s favorite hobby, eating — how does she keep that figure — McLean sup- plied plenty of laughs. DOLORES SODERSTON So. Main St., Gorham, N. H. Appreciates the finer things in music and art — clothes that make us green with envy — N. Y. week-ends no novelty. FLORENCE SOJKA 178 L St., Turners Falls, Mass. A small blonde miss that’s never idle — likes roller skating, dancing, having fun, and her precious probies. SALLY THORNDIKE 6 Central St., E. Bridgewater, Mass. Long lashes — over flirtatious eyes — ear rings — bangles — SLEEP — “sub-til” humor — Thorndike tongue. [ 30 ] VIRGINIA TOPOLSKI 164 Laurel PI., Bridgewater, Conn. Enjoys good books, plays, discovering for herself the highways and byways of Boston — different shoes — spends long evenings talking it all over. MARY WALLACE 4 Winthrop St., West Concord, Mass. As conscientious as they come — spark plug of the Seton Club — thinks B M2 is the ideal ward — watches diligently over her probies. ANN WALSH 1 3 73 Quincy Shore Blvd., Quincy, Mass. “Why? How come? But what for?” our eternal quiz kid enjoys people, amusing jokes, most sports — she may look angelic but deviltry lurks in her eyes. MARYOLA WARREN 15 Chestnut St., Brattleboro, Vt. Gay, friendly, full of laughter — and sympathy, a ready tease — likes skirts and jackets, country life, the hills of home. BARBARA S. WATSON 39 High St., Rockport, Mass. If she likes something it’s really nice — crazy about skiing — lobstering, N.H. and Rockport — her stride is a dead give- away — her smile a vision to behold. YVONNE WITHERS Smith St., North Rehoboth, Mass. Has been missed around these parts the past six months — lucky Norfolk and the veterans — it was fun we hear. art MARJORIE WOOD Groton School Rd., Ayer, Mass. Who hasn’t heard Marj’s infectious giggle — rosy cheeks and sparkling eyes— always ready for a good time if she’s awake. i July Section PHYLLIS ASHTON 43 Doyle St., Lawrence, Mass. “As merry as the day is long.” A funny word — a tricky step — a trip to Hampton — all remind us of our petite Phil; may she continue to charm as many hearts as she has here at M.G.H. DORIS BELGOURT 588 South Main St., Woonsocket, R. I. “Promise is most given when least is said.” Quiet manner at work — petite- ness — soft voice — a sympathetic man- ner — these are Doris. ROSAMUND CLARKE Warren Hillman Hill, Raymond, N. H. “Gallant, graceful, gentle, tall.” Her winning ways — her gracious man- ner — are the things we shall long re- member. PAULINE COLE Howland, Maine “My hopes are high, my heart is proud.” A wonderful pal during the past three years — plans a wife and mother career — who could be more successful? [32 ] FRANCES CREEDEN 269 Locust St., Danvers, Mass. “And shows you laughing lip and roguish eyes.” The flash of brown eyes — the straight stature — a ready smile — an oft mentioned name — . SYLVIA DELFINO 202 Jewett St., Providence, R. I. “I shall go softly all my years.” A broad and genuine smile — a readiness to assist — a quiet and unassuming man- ner . . . added together make Sylvia. BARBARA DUGAN 95 West St., Milford, Mass. “Such piles of curls as nature never knew.” Beautiful brown curls — wry jokes — an independent manner — ideas that are all her own! MARGARET FRANCESKETTI 8 Highland St., West Newton, Mass. “It is thy very energy that keeps thee” — Exuberant — bouyant — energetic, ever thoughtful; Peg’s happy ways add a merry note to man y a long and weary hour. DOROTHY GASS 43 Congress St., Greenfield, Mass. “The mildest manner and the gent- lest heart.” Her efficiency and neatness and method of work stand out — a pro- fessional ideal we all long to imitate! CHARLOTTE GATES 8 Monument Sq., Charlestown, Mass. “Life is real, life is earnest — ” She is earnest — oh, yes — but her giggle! Long will our corridors echo to it. [ 33 ] JOAE GRAHAM 223 Slade St., Belmont, Mass. “Unto the pure all things are pure!” An almost unbelievable naivete and sincerity put Joae among the unique — as an artist she displayed both her ability and her willingness to help. JEAN GREIM 36 Bond St., Marlboro, Mass. “Sing away sorrow, cast away care!” A sweet voice, a lilting melody — a man- ner that has charmed many — stories of McLean guaranteed to get laughs. CHARLOTTE HAMMOND Newington, N. H. “Her smile is the sweetest that ever was seen.” Who said that red hair and cool manner didn’t exist in the same person — what? Oh, well — one must sometimes break the calm. JANET HAM RE 26 East Main St., Branford, Conn. “The perception of the comic is a tie of sympathy with other men.” She’s blonde — somewhat mysterious — interesting — cheeriness and a joking manner lead many to seek Jan when they feel blue. CATHERINE HERRICK Blue Hill, Maine “Wise to resolve, patient to perform.” Stable — ever willing Katy — plans for the future include a Pharmacist. FRANCES IVENY Northeast Harbor, Maine “To eat, drink, and be merry.” I ' m hungry — let’s eat — it was a wonderful evening — these phrases come frequently from tiny lovable Jinx. [ 34 ] POLLY JAQUES 280 Beacon St., Boston, Mass. “Thy wit is very bitter sweeting, it is a most bitter sauce.” She’s a wit — all our halls are ringing yet with laughter — should be made a permanent part of 3 AM tea — how much happier “night” life then! JANET JOHNSTON 301 Westford St., Lowell, Mass. “For gentleness and love and trust — .” For our money Jan is the girl to succeed — who has a sweeter disposition — a livelier sense of humour? SIRRKA KOSKINEN 45 Brooks St., Maynard, Mass. “All comes to him who will but wait.” Blonde and beautiful — cool and col- lected — efficient and ever willing help- mate of student and head nurse alike. ESTHER LANE 45 Vincent Ave., Belmont, Mass. “Joyous as morning.” Vivacious — happy-go-lucky — always a welcome ad- dition — her enthusiasm overwhelms us — McLean was like coming home. CAROLYN LUCE Readfield, Maine “She dwelt among the untrodden ways.” Living in a land of her own — we who know her know how pleasant is this land — Happy days at U. of M., Lucy. IRENE McANDREW R.F.D. No. 1, Barre, Vt. “To one who has been long in city pent — ” M.G.H. has certainly changed Mac — all for the better, too — always ready to express her views — or to help out a friend. [ 35 ] BARBARA McDONALD 75 Wilmot Rd., Hamden, Conn. “Gather ye rosebuds while ye may — ” Our Bobbie intrigues us all— her indif- ferent attitude belies deep feelings — telephone calls beyond number. MARIE MORRISSETTE 28 Pleasant St., Franklin, N. H. A smooth exterior — a restless soul- a whiz of a nurse and a gal to watch. DOROTHY MOYNIHAN 13 Cook St., Holyoke, Mass. “I too am a rare pattern.” Our red- headed “cuddlebunny” whose room was never empty — her words of wisdom seldom fell on deaf ears. M. JEAN MURRAY 43 State St., Augusta, Maine “For I am master of my fate.” A Bohemian through and through — the dramatic intrigues her — her zest for life is infectious. As our editor she did a wonderful job. BETTY PAYNE 150 Percival St., Portland, Maine “Tender are thine eyes, and true.” First a cookbook then a telephone call — now a cigarette — then obstetrics — is this the Betty of ’44? RUTH PEKKALA 17 Warren St., Maynard, Mass. “And why am I so plump, the reason I’ll tell — Who leads a good life is sure to live well.” [ 36 ] ROSAMOND PELOQUIN Campbellford, Ontario, Canada “A sight of you is good for sore eyes.” Tall, dark, and beautiful — Roz — an understanding nature, comforting words — small, hardly noticed courtesies - many thanks for all of them. VIRGINIA SELLERS 17 Rice St., Brookline, Mass. ‘To friends a friend.” A golden coro- net of braids — a happy smile — “What can I do to help,” a familiar phrase. HARRIET SMALL 17 Sycamore Terr., Somerville, Mass. “The cjuiet mind is richer than a crown.” A helping hand from “Smal- lie” is one of the things we can always depend on — even in this ever changing world. ELSIE TAIT 31 Western Ave., Glens Falls, N. Y. “So joyous with such a laughing air.” Elsie’s affiliation on BM4 — how she loved it — university to follow grad- uation. BARBARA L. WATSON 57 French St., Westwood, Mass. “Often change doth please a woman’s mind.” She’s there on every occasion — always with a new idea — the soul of Checks-a-Poppin’. RUTH WHITING 522 South Pleasant St., Amherst, Mass. “Write me as one who loves his fel- lowmen.” Remember McLean? — do you ever think of yourself? — always planning or doing something for some- one. [37 ] September H. JEAN ALLISON West Haven, Conn. “You alone are you.” Can this be our erstwhile teacher, this effervescent nurse? Never at loose ends — likes any- thing and everything that spells fun an d a good time. MARY ANDERSON 19 Russell Ave., Watertown, Mass. “Always fun to be with.” Sweet and quiet with an impish way — weekending at Andy’s is something to remember. HELEN ASIALA Vinalhaven, Maine “A lady thou art.” Tall, blond, neat — one of the lucky few who always look professional without effort — likes to dance especially at some of our nearby schools. SHIRLEY BAYLISS 19 Prospect St., East Hartford, Conn. “Huli.” Even glasses can’t hide the twinkle in her eye — if it’s a day off you’re wasting — look up Shirl — you’ll be glad you did. ROSE BEAULIEU 15 Pearl St., Malden, Mass. Petite — dark — with a great big smile — a very dear friend to all who have the opportunity to know her. MARGARET BISHOP 253 Crescent St., Northampton, Mass. “I suppose I could call Mattie.” “Taffy” for short — those parties in No. 206 — Enviable sense of humor — apt mimic — subtle wit — for fun every second get Peg. [ 38 ] Section ELAINE BLAISDELL Skowhegan, Maine “Will you look at that.” Another Maine-iac — an excellent nurse — a per- sonality — a gay smile — always on the go — a dependable friend. SHIRLEY BOYNTON North Whitefield, Mass. “I can’t help it if I’m slow.” “Diz” — that golden hair — a beauty in blue — even tempered — a good sport — a wel- come addition to any group. JUDITH A. BRIGHT 2095 Park Ave., Indianapolis, Ind. “Indiana — what else” — “Judy — ef- fervescent as champagne — born actress or director — a petite jeune fille — ever young in heart. JANET BURDETT 11 Library Sq., Dalton, Mass. “Did you hear the news?” Another Mass. State enthusiast — merry laughter — twinkling eye — mischievous grin — a favorite of all who know her. RUTH CARLSON 36 Mount Vernon Ave., Melrose, Mass. “I don’t get it.” Shining coronet braids — a petite miss — shy — retiring — yet fun to be with anywhere anytime. GLADYS CULLIVAN 8 Edgehill Rd., Woburn, Mass. “Quiet, dignified, unassuming.” Al- ways ready with a smile when it’s need- ed most. Has wonderful plans for the future. [ 39 ] mm JUNE DAVISON 27 Glendale Ave., Melrose, Mass. ‘‘Her ways are pleasant, her paths are peace.” A charming girl with a charming way — navy blue her favorite color — Anchors Aweigh her favorite song. PATRICIA DAW 59 Glen Rock Ave., Malden, Mass. ‘‘But I can’t miss any more time.” Bubbling spirits and tumbling laughter — never a dull moment in Pat’s young life — sincerely appreciates Mr. Bell’s invention. ALYCE DeLITTA 19 Gapton St.. Attleboro, Mass. ‘‘Joe sent me.” Tiny — neat as a pin — spontaneous hilarity — filled with “joie de vivre” — a nice combination of sugar ’n’ spice. NORMA DUNHAM 103 Warren Ave., Boston, Mass. ‘‘By her work you shall know her.” A professional air only exceeded by her warm hearted generosity. Ever taste her Mom’s cooking? mmmmm! PATRICIA FOLEY 193 Mount Vernon St., Malden, Mass. “Let’s have a party.” A coronet of braids on duty — enviable long hair off duty — her small stature belies her big heart — we’re looking forward to more of those parties Pat. PAULINE FORSLIND 42 Charlemont St., Newton Highlands, Mass. “I ' m in luf.” Nabnassett and Jack — a beautiful complexion — dreamy blonde hair M. FT. favorite hall of yearning. 40 MARY GARDNER 60 Washington St., Ayer, Mass. Vivacious — gay — always ready with suggestions for spending off duty time — never at a loss for a quick comeback. EDNA GIESEGKE R.F.D. No. i. Rockville, Conn. “Hines says” — Arthur Murray’s best — lives for those happy weekends in Conn. Has definite plans for the future. JEAN GUSTAFSON 47 Amherst St., Nashua, N. H. “Oh Brother.” A northerner with lush natural curls — a passion for Mc- Lean and knitting — she can make ar- gyles that are simply gargoyles. MARGARET HARRINGTON 82 Third St., Medford. Mass. “Perseverance personified.” Red gold hair with a curl that defies damp weather — a dauntless sense of humor- training on the five-year plan. BARBARA HOFSTRA 36 Main St., Oakland, R. I. A dignified Swede — but she has her unbending moments — who hasn’t heard Barbie’s characteristic giggle across the dining room. ANITA HUMPHREY R.F.D. No. 2, Auburn, Mass. A quiet exterior hides a pleasing per- sonality — mention of Wally brings that faraway look to her eyes. [ 4i ] PHYLLIS HUSSEY 13 Chestnut St., Natick, Mass. A lanky gal from Natick with soft brown eyes — added glow from third finger left hand a wonderful listener — anybody got a problem? MARCIA JONES Forest Ave., Rumford, Maine ‘‘Anybody want to go to church?” An undying ambition to wear those coveted whites — Has Phil Baker heard of her ability with an accordion?? MARTHA KELLER 1 ig Lawrenceville St., St. Joseph, Mo. “Show me.” A vital green-eyed lass from Missouri way — a man hater she says — but we often wonder? MARJORIE KENNEY 79 School St., Sanford, Maine “I wanna get married.” A petite enfante with one major interest in life — plans to trade graduation whites for bridal whites toute suite. MARJORIE LANDERS Old Post Road, Cotuit, Mass. “Sweet and gracious, sincere of heart.” Short dark hair that always curls — a pair of understanding eyes— always tops — a professional ideal. CONSTANCE LeCLAIRE Miles St., Harwichport, Mass. “But all I get is freckles.” Call her red and watch the sparks fly — loves to trip the light fantastic — ardent advo- cate of Mass. State — aversion to red in any shape or form — a genius at heart. [42 ] CECILE LITTLEFIELD Chebeague Island, Maine “It really isn’t too bad.” Irresistibly drawn to scissors — hobby — giving feath- er cuts — fascinating accent — wonderful common sense — lends dignity and charm to any gathering. MARGARET LIZOTTE Westford Rd., Ayer, Mass. “But I Don’t sleep all the time.” Liz with a fascinating smile — gay laughter — subtle humor — wit extraor- dinaire — loves sleep almost more than anything. MARGARET MAHER 394 Highland Ave., Malden, Mass. “I hate the D.K.” Slim as a reed — hi- cal diets to no avail — that scrubbed look — gracious, charming — ever ready to lend a helping hand. THERESE MAHONEY 12 Walnut St., Hyannis, Mass. “I’ve been working like a dog.” Guriy hair — beautiful eyes — eyecatch- ing specs — a firm believer in diets — provided that they are broken at least once a day — Margie — Liz — Tess, “the 3 musketeers.” PHYLLIS MORGAN 165 Toconcke Drive, Hamden, Conn. “Only one more year.” A two-year wait — now it’s over and Phil is happy and carefree again. All her future plans need now is the future. DOROTHY MOTTRAM 20 Washington St., Lawrence, Mass. “Gentle brave and strong of will.” A tiny mite who is always there when you need her — a versatile gal— she can do anything she puts her mind to. [ 43 ] BARBARA PARKER 1073 Main St., Holden, Mass. ‘ ' Bob says.” Quiet — unassuming — always ready for fun — keep working for that farm — we’re with you all the way. DOROTHY PERRY 37 Linden St., New London, Conn. “Natch.” Always dashing to or from some place — boundless energy — advo- cate of impromptu hilarity — enviable tan each spring. MARY POLLARD 50 Rand St., Lynn, Mass. “What a day.” Early to bed, early to rise- those famous bedtime nourish- ments — conscientious to the wth de- gree — where there’s Charlotte there’s Mary. CHARLOTTE POOL 49 High St., Rockport, Mass. “Anyone seen Mary?” Reigning beauty — a favorite blonde hearty laughter — a well dressed sophisticate with little girl appeal. DOROTHY RIDLON 13 Russell St., Charlestown, Mass. “Exuberant as a bubbling spring.” Pep and yet more pep, don’t you ever get tired? Oh those never to be forgotten piano sessions. MARY ROGERS 9 Burton Lane, Hingham, Mass. “Roger.” Musical talent plus — which she tries to hide — firm believer in fun for all always — remember Charles Street? [44 ] RENA SCANLON io Pleasant St., Spencer, Mass. “Mirth admit me to thy crew.” Statuesque — phobia about O.R.’s — al- ways on the sunny side of the street — always ready with the latest joke. HELEN SCOTT 1310 West Philadelphia St., York, Pa. West Virginia hyiar ah come — dates q.n. and prn — Petty gal figure — her heart is far far away. BEATRICE TAYLOR 376 Main St., Easthampton, Mass. “Hot pups.” An efficient mite — full to overflowing with good humor and wise words. NATALIE TAYLOR 15 Congdon Ave., Newport, R. I. A quiet exterior that hides a near genius — a radio voice that’s the envy of many — a tireless worker at all times ■ — thanks from all of us, Nat. ROBERTA TEBBETTS Cabot, Vermont A shy grin with every greeting — quiet, but fun — when you get beneath the surface. HELEN TISKEVICH 1 g 1 Weber St., Bridgeport, Conn. Alice’s other half — ready for fun at any time — enjoyed life on the district in spite of blustery winds. [ 45 ] BETSY BELL VAN VOORHIS Box 14, Nashport, Ohio “Well kid.” From old army stock our Bets is a long-legged lass with a refresh- ingly dry sense of humor — no gathering is complete without her. MIRIAM WIGGINS North Road, Sunapee, N. H. “I’m so mad.” West Point forever — gifted with curly black hair — snapping blue eyes and an infectious giggle — a friend you can count on, ask Pat. LOIS WYMAN 33 Peach St., South Barre, Mass. A shiny coronet — an impish grin that spells fun and good humor. ALYCE ZEISHNER 335 Wilmot Ave., Bridgeport, Conn. “Oh no.” Had such fun on the district — made a hit in the senior play — never found without Tisch — and what a pair they make. [ 4 6 ] Class History Will we ever forget those cold February morning walks from Charles Street, with the moon mercilessly glinting down on the snow drifts at our feet, early morning roll call at Walcott — those grim uniform inspections, collars that were too stiff or just hadn’t been starched, the exquisite agony of learning the procedure for the bed bath or the ether bed- classes in the old laboratory with the walk across Bulfinch lawn to get there — sweltering in the Ether Dome or OPD during mid- summer classes — The awe in which we held our student assistants. Those were the days (months rather), when we got lost in the endless basement corridors — stood aside for everyone — studied hard and slept the sleep of the exhausted. Our procedure manuals were our guide and bane — and we worried about pharma- cology and microbiology — we spent our off duty time at Minnie’s consuming oceans of coke. We got a thrill out of ward work doing up a patient in the morning or doing TPRs in the afternoon — and on inspection day we cleaned bedside tables and utility rooms as if our lives depended on it. We were afraid of doctors and looked to the graduate uniform as an unobtainable ideal. Final exams, and the relief, as we passed, and of course we got Precaution Techniques and Wanganstien Suction and Flypodermic Injections for our nursing final. We used to chatter in o ur rooms far into the night about all the wonderful glimpses we had caught of this amazing world. Then came our much longed for caps and with them eight hour duty — we were given ward instruction books — little did we realize the trouble these little black books were going to be — they got lost — weren’t in the ward when the supervisor looked and never, never had enough clinic hours in them. Someone explained case studies, B8, the complications of making a bed with the patient in traction on orthopedics — sterilizers that overflowed just when we were ready to go off duty — Miss Fraser calling us down to have more shots, getting off duty an hour late the night we had an important date. Was it with a sigh of relief that we split apart and went on affiliation? BLI was usually the first place — we sighed over the babies — were wide-eyed at our first delivery, met and compared notes with other affiliates — hated the food and having PM’s again, loved “the penthouse.” Afterward some of us went to Eye and Ear, Children’s, Haynes and McLean. As each of us returned from these places tales of all sorts went the rounds at Park- man and North Grove, the troubles one had with “call lists,” the doings at Van- derbilt, ambulance call. Time flew by — we got over the shock of our first relief and our first night duties — we even learned to stay awake at morning clinic after nights — eventually we almost learned where the fire equipment was after innumerable fire drills. Came the wonderful change from PM’s to long days — but it brought the added problem of how to make six lates last thirty-one nights — try as we might most months we didn’t have enough lates. Remember the first cases we scrubbed on in the OR — the junkets that wouldn’t junk in the D.K., the crib sides that wouldn’t stay up in pediatrics, starch baths in Ward G, observation notes for the amusing happenings at Wyman. Back at the General we settled back into the aid routine — came the glorious day when we were no longer at war — friends came home after long absences in foreign places — the rush to mail boxes became slightly less noticeable — more and more of our class- mates sported diamonds and started talking of a career not in the nursing world. We enjoyed sailing on the Charles — long walks around the Basin, summer evenings with a cool breeze and a million stars and an Esplanade Concert — tickets to Pops and the Symphony — walking through Scollay Square with its odd collections of jobs — browsing around Boston and its many quaint corners. In the dormitory we had fun gathering in one another’s rooms and holding gab fests far into the night — planning our future careers and doing a lot of complaining — in the sum- mer we could be found on the roof — and instructions to “wake me in half an hour to turn over” was a common sight. All of a sudden we were seniors with a white band on our caps. Some of us went West to the Indians and veterans and some of us were student assistants; we had all sorts of inter- esting little projects. We gave a couple of shows and had a few dances, all a great deal of fun. Then at last the graduation programme was posted — and the thrill of seeing our names on the list of graduating students— getting ready to appear in whites — making plans to come back to M.G.H. or to seek our fortune in other places. Finally formal gradu- ation, and the solemnity of the occasion in no way dulls the keen appreciation of the fun and excitement we’ve had these three years, as well as the knowledge that we are well prepared for the nursing profession. We will always retain our awe of M.G.H. and our respect for its traditions. May we also remember the joys and satis- factions that have been allowed us. A Song for M.G.H. ' Her ivied columns rise to meet The glory of the Bulhnch dome. Serene, unruffled, beautiful, She waits to bid us welcome home. From many lands, o’er many days. We brought to her our restless youth, And she with patience took us all And set us in the way of truth. Stern Teacher, kindly too, withal, Who saw the faults we could not hide. And building on our better selves She wrought results that shall abide. What if she gave us arduous toil She taught us reverence for our work: To ease the suffering, lighten pain There is no task we dare to shirk. Where life and death are side by side And creeds and races strangely blend, To share these things from day to day She helped us each to find a friend. Oh, Gracious Guardian of our past, Thy children rise to honor thee God bless and keep you, M.G.H. Secure through all the years to be. [ 49 ] f Senior Banquet The initial activity toward graduation is the senior banquet. The faculty which has guided us through so many a stormy time in the last three years met with us to share in reminiscence of the past and hopes for the future. True to the tradition- al desires of any student nurse we all en- joy the sumptuous spread. The talent of our classes is presented for entertainment that represents the fun of living together, here at M.G.H. Living with each other and learning all the intimate thoughts, likes and dislikes of our fellow students leads us to predict the future for each member of the graduating class. Evident in them is humor, affection, and good wishes for each classmate. With an eye to the future we leave with pride in our hos- pital and many resolutions for the happy life just beginning. Our Dramatic Attempt The need for funds for our yearbook created a twofold problem. The money, important as it is, is only incidental when compared to the fun provided for partici- pants and audience alike by our variety show “Checks -a -Poppin”. Much latent talent was revealed and the performance will be remembered for its humor, vitality, and originality. The successor to “Checks-o- Poppin” was our second offering “Schiz-o-Funnia.” This series of skits about life as it isn’t here at M.G.H. gave us a chance to laugh at ourselves for a change and provided a hilarious evening for all. Christmas Formal The climax to the Christmas activities is the Christmas formal which the junior class sponsors. This dance always realizes the expectations of our students as it is one of the gala events of the entire year. With good music, appropriate decora- tions and an abundance of friends, the dance exemplifies the school’s good wishes for a Merry Christmas. On such gala occasions as the holiday season Walcott Living Room is the scene of much activity in preparation for another party. On Christmas and Thanksgiving we hold “Open House” for all our nurses and their friends. In front of glowing fire- places we entertain our friends, enjoy refreshments and feel as though the holi- day spirit is indeed here with us. Eth er Centennial A centennial celebration for an event as important to humanity as the discovery and the use of ether as an anesthetic is one in which we all take great interest and pride. 1946 marked the hundredth year since ether was first used success- fully here in our ether dome. Displays, to commemorate this day in 1846, were exhibited in the brick corridor and in the ether dome. Such interesting and priceless exhibits as the original ether apparatus were viewed by hundreds of the hospital family, their friends, and the general public. On the Bulfinch lawn, in tents erected for the purpose, notables of the medical world gathered to review the progress in medicine and anesthesia during the past one hundred years. The occasion brought to mind both the shortcomings and the potentialities of our chosen profession and inspired each of us with greater zeal for our daily tasks. [ 57 ] u r n v v □ UK HunFiru FBI LlTkC)5 to 7 ) ' V n r z ' r „ 3 Pv PACK TO XV B QK UV 9l[ PACK. ' . I ' M R oH Class Wi Be it never said that we, the class of 1 947, of M.G.H. in the city of Boston who came from the distant hinterlands of Utah and Cape Cod, to claim nursing as our career, are stingy. Therefore being of sound mind and body (sound that is), of varied talents and peculiarities, we hereby bequeath to those un- fortunate characters whom we are forced to leave behind, the following: Mary Wallace leaves her lace slip to the blue student who will fill her shoes as student assistant with careful instructions that it must be worn only in THE department. Dotty Drury regrets that she can leave nothing . . . she is still paying her breakage fee! Rita Plummer leaves with the still un- answered question “will the chewing gum lose its flavor on the bedpost overnight?” Barby Grant bequeaths a cow catcher to Dr. Yatsu with which to avoid further acci- dents and collisions in E.W. The bag of wet mice inherited by the Path lab was left by Shirley Sabins to counteract the loss of Sammy. Peg Harrington leaves her Ipana smile to Joan Kiley. Ruthie Harkins leaves numerous wrist- restraints to future night nurses on BM3. Ann Kraunelis leaves the lucky stiffs on B3 to Miss Babock and the Float. Mary McGrady leaves an overflowing sterilizer to Dr. Yee with her compliments. To fellow sufferers Kay Mollander leaves a cushion for the bench outside Miss Sleeper’s office. To Joan Woodbury goes Jean Barrows’ Ry-Krisp figure. The Extra 5c food ticket of which Kay W eare is the proud possessor was left her by Dot Jamrock. Ginny Topolski leaves her well worn box of correcting pencils to the science depart- ment. A BLI reward was left by Dot Ghisellini to the “Stork Club” of Baker 9. Chris Christopher refuses to leave her Blond Ray to anyone. A brand new shiny strong box was left to E.W. by Barbie Gray to keep those precious valuable slips in. Kay Connery can now be seen coming down the main corridor in a new pair of duty shoes, complete with oars, left her by Bette Dame. Dr. Clay is left bewildered with a stack of charge slips hastily left by Esther Reade from M.S.O.P.D. Helen King leaves White 8 to any MG Hers seeking an extra affiliation. Many fond memories are left to the USN by Rita Shutts. The well worn “Do Not Disturb” sign was given to the Nursing Arts Dept, by Jane Manuel to be given to anyone who can beat her record for sleeping in class. Twenty-four milk bottles are left to the dining room by Ginnie Humphries. Miss Fraser inherits many clear, shining spec bottles from Valerie Payne. Jan Hudson Hinman leaves with our best wishes, to delve deeper into married life. Rina Battistone leaves to publish her new book for probies entitled “Work an Hour, Sleep an Hour. Vickie Gordon leaves a smile and a kind word for all MGH orderlies. An extra pickle is left by Barbie Watson for the person purchasing the 5,483,983rd tomato and lettuce sandwich. Margie Wood donates her multi-colored uniforms to the local ragman. D. Tufts inherits a pint of chocolate ice- cream left by Marty Faulkner the only- pint Marty didn’t eat at Minnie’s. Kay Monaghan leaves the Marines to anyone who will take them on and it’s quite a job, eh Kay? Sally Thorndike leaves her matchless wit and personality to E. Smith, who we know will carry on. Minnie Sherman’s curls go to S. Weather- bee along with her place in the Infirmary as Miss Fraser’s star pupil. A prize package goes to Miss Hinkley with the compliments of Ann Walsh — a walkie talkie to replace the telephone an White 8. No more of this mistaken identity explains Ann. Ann Hall leaves her card to the students at the General who live along the North Shore and would like helicopter service home on their days off. J. Campion is proudly displaying a pair of Adler shoes left to her by Barbie Fisher with her compliments, for altitude that is! A brand new pair of Nylon water wings is left to the next Medical Float by Dolores Soderston. Barbie Davis Brodie bequeaths her sec- [64] rets of the “ins” and “outs” to all under- classmen. Adelaide Plumstead leaves her 462nd Vein ligation to Mary Geiser. Dotty Laird leaves her good looks to her successor, Ruth Pastier. Mary Melledy never did come back from that Vet Hospital in Illinois to leave any- thing. June Provencal leaves her many coke bottles to the maid in Parkman E house. Feeney’s is left with an empty booth now that Maggie Krimmel and Ann Shultz have left for Penn. Betty Anderson leaves her alarm clock to Renie Neidospal to get her up for the 5:45 mass on Sunday. Regretfully Yvonne Withers leaves her Marine Hospital to the next fortunate cadet who heads south. “All aboard for Allen’s Alley” are the farewell words of Joan Allen as she boards the Canada bound train. Jean Barker leaves her inimitable poise and charm to Marion Martel, who we know will use it to its full extent. Pat Hallenbeck leaves a tepee to MGH as the beginning for the new Nurses Home — she brought it back from Arizona. Maryol a Warren leaves Miss Seibert a can of Diabetic Fruit along with a hunk and dribble of oleo. Annia Lowe leaves her MIT boys to any- one who wants to be up and ATOM. That typical American girl look is left to Pat Malloy by Bessie Pearson is who trading it in for one labeled Mrs. America. Margie Blackwell leaves to prove to a certain theological student that the word of God is love. “Leaves the nuts to the squirrels”. . .a new song by Helen Natti is left to anyone plan- ning to specialize in Psychiatry. Priscilla Marchant leaves her infectious giggle to Pete the utility man. Louise Rosa leaves a traffic cop, a badly needed item in E.W. A bucket of white paint is left to the Main- tenance Dept, by Florence Sojka to repaint the 10-mile arrow pointing to WdG. Ann Randall leaves tips on her reserved professional attitude to entering students. Don’t rush kids, orders will be taken for that handful of straw for your mattresses, a gift from Louise Roberts. Glenna Clarke and Tedie Donovan McManus leave AMEN ! To anyone who desires it, Carolyn Luce leaves her “no alarm” clock, guaranteed to get its fortunate owner to classes — 15-4° minutes late, that is. Polly Jaques made the startling statement that she will leave her latest book of cartoons entitled “It Can Happen Here”, lovingly dedicated to all incoming classes. Bobbie Watson, lone of all the perennial flowers in the always budding infirmary leaves WHEN? To the relief of the Library Committee Charlie Gates leaves her discovery of how to keep reserved books on the shelves . . . why didn ' t anyone think of glue before? Thoughtful Jean Greim donates another plush cushion for the well known, well worn, cold, hard bench. To Miss Pooles, Elsie Tait leaves an abun- dant supply of 10 watt bulbs and an auto- matic milk of magnesia bottle top wiper. Betty Payne leaves her weekly trips to the little church in Belmont to anyone in need of inspiration. How did she manage all those Sunday mornings oft ' ??? Joae Graham offers to paint a life size portrait of anyone who can accomplish the “feet” of wearing only one pair of duty shoes for three years. With the hope of brightening Ward G Charlie Hammond leaves two cans of polka- dot paint guaranteed to blend with any oint- ment, paste or solution. From the depths of Montana Sylvia Del- fino bequeaths a bow and arrow to deliver ice cubes, drinking tubes, etc., to the East and West Solaria, saving wear and tear on the nurses. Phyl Ashton leaves her book of sketches on the humorous, here at MGH entitled “Oh, My Achin’ Back.” Peg Francketti leaves her supply of bottles (coke, of course) to any unfortunate soul in dire need of a few pennies. Jean Murray would like to leave her famed “Fibber McGee” closet but honest kids, she can’t get along without it. To the probies who must endure the meat shortage, Doris Belcourt bequeaths a pair of golden horseshoes to be used as their class emblem. After her thrilling experience in the D.K. Ruth Whiting decided to leave a gallon of artificial coloring to brighten the liquid without trays — nothing as attractive as lime green gruel. Roz Peloquin in a benevolent mood be- queaths her vast supply of case studies, one from every service, to anyone having diffi- culty writing said papers. The pride of MGH students is the gift of Roz Clark, a bill authorizing that all over- time be made up to students. Frankly Essie “the Ward Maid’’ Lane happily leaves McLean to all those who have patience with the patients. From her tepee in Oklahoma, Marie Morrissette bequeaths her secret formula on “How to Graduate as an Affiliate of MGH.” Sirrka Koskinen and Ruth Pekkala, together as always leave their friends this motto — “Two can live as cheaply as one even if only for half as long.” To the dietitians in the nurses’ cafeteria Harriet Small bequeaths an accurate stop-watch to get the door open promptly at 11:30 A.M. and 4:30 P.M. With a great deal of foresight, Polly Cole leaves to the future W12 nurses, a parachute to be used when, in times of dire necessity, the elevator fails to reach such magnificent heights. To Miss Brion, Janet Johnston bequeaths a special stop and go sign and a personally built robot traffic director to ease the monthly rush for checks. To the first newly capped student who does not wear her cap in the tub or shower, Dottie Gass bequeaths a golden band to wear around it. Jinx Iveney leaves a loud speaking system and a recording of “Oh, What a Beautiful Morning” to replace the harsh buzzers that knock everyone out of bed at six a.m. in Walcott House. To all interested in the MacDonald Suc- cess Course, Bobbi leaves her special formula — “Variety is the spice of life.” Frances Creedon says she is very sorry but she can’t leave anything — she is still pay- ing for the twenty-third 50CC syringe she has managed to break during the last three years. To the students on B3, Janet Hamre be- queaths her original invention — the “pull ’em up in bed machine” to be used on the patients before the supervisor makes rounds. On her return from Oklahoma, Irene McAndrew leaves her sketches for a new school uniform — black and blue reconverted flour sacks. Dottie Moynihan takes her back rubbing technique with her — she had better! Catherine Herrick leaves one large black unbrella to be placed beneath the leaky roof in the brick corridor. For all future night nurses, Barbara Duggan leaves an extra large baseball bat to be used on the many happy children screaming beneath their windows during the day. “To Each His Own” and the memory of that anniversary party at Ginny Sellers is ours. Judy Bright leaves her Indiana accent to some of our Harvard Med. Students who would love to have it. Diz Boynton leaves her prowess with the orthopedic drapes to future scrub nurses on the “saw-bones” service. Ruth Carlson bequeaths her long braids to the neuro-surgeons for their nerve anas- tomoses. Pat Dorr will gladly lend her sacro-iliac to anyone having difficulty fathoming the Rumba. One smooth, soft, mattress has been award- ed to B3 with the compliments of Peg Har- rington. This is to be for student nurses only! Cecile Littlefield leaves her smooth bangs to anyone who would care to look like Prince Valiant or a graduate of the Rubin- stein Salon. Dotty Perry leaves the patients and the wards to head for greener pastures— namely the Academy, New London. Mary Pollard and Charlotte Poole leave their combined phone numbers to anyone who wants to enjoy their time off duty. Guaranteed results! Rena Scanlon and Bea Taylor leave a deserted booth at McBride’s, much to the management’s dismay. Dotty Ridlon gave that ever present plaid shirt to Dr. Crystal — all he needs now is a coonskin cap to go with it. Palmer Davis Library now contains a basket of books, pamphlets, hints, and tips on Marriage collected from June Davidson, Edie Giesecke, Anita Humphries, and Marge Kenny. Gladys Cullivan thankfully leaves 2cc of caffeine to anyone who scrubs on Dr. Cope’s lengthy cases. Ro se Beaulieu leaves her angelic disposi- tion to almost anyone — It’s a rare thing to find. For the next students assigned to the south end district, Helen Tiskevich and Alice Zeishner bequeath a book entitled “The Need for a Universal Language.” [ 66 ] Natalie Taylor bequeaths her position as neuro scrub to anyone who has the “brain” for it. Roberta Tebbets leaves a lump of maple sugar to the next sweetie from Vermont. To the Path Lab, Betsy Van Voorhis wills her one lost lung — who “of cough” will miss it? To Joe, of the Pharmacy, goes a gate to keep all student nurses out of the back door of the Pharmacy — this is with the compli- ments of Dotty Mottram. Lois Wyman leaves a Ward Instruction Book with two hundred and fifty clinic hours which can be borrowed for the fee of ioc. Maggie Lizzotte leaves a scholarship to anyone wishing to further their education at morning clinic. Alyce DeLitta leaves for the prosperous city of “Attleboro” to instruct the 250 in- habitants health and hygiene for themselves and their cattle. Norma Dunham leaves her night duties at the General to indulge in bigger and better night life. Polly Forslind leaves a new recipe for jelly to the Dietary Dept, to replace the ever present cranberry skin special. Joan Gustafson leaves her “pinup” pic- tures to the highest bidder, who also admires Van Johnson. Barby Hofstra leaves a clean supply of desk blotters to Mrs. Brandt. Janet Burdett leaves that dress with the monkeys on it to Virginia Delong, who can do something with it. Marcia Jones, “the Maine-iac,” leaves a complete suit of red flannels to the new probie from Maryland. Peg Bishop leaves her Merry Melody Glee Club to K. Collins who also gets the position of composer, director, vocalist and manager! Elaine Blaisdell leaves her ability to tell a Holstein from a Guernsey cow to anyone riding the rocky road to Ipswich with Sammy. Shirley Bayliss took her good marks with her — sorry, kids. Helen Asiala leaves to write an auto- biography entitled “My Professional Atti- tude” or “How I Reached the Heights.” Helen Anderson leaves an engraved bar of Cuticura soap to wash out I.V. tubing before returning them to C.S.R. The September Section leaves that table in the dining room to the new probies. Hop- ing those we leave behind will accept these tokens in good faith and will forget our past for these presents we bid fond adieu to you. The Class of 1947 Acknowledgments The staff of the 1 947 Checks in behalf of the entire class of 1 947 say thank you to: Our Photographer Mr. Franklin C. Waid of the Waid Studio Our Printer Mr. George Carney of the Andover Press Our Faculty Advisers Miss Adele Corkum Mrs. William Littler The M.G.H. Photographic. Lab Mr. Earle Withee Our Advertisers [ 68 ] PARAMOUNT UNIFORMS” Nurses’ Custom and Ready Made White Uniforms COMPLETE OUTFITS For Preclinical and Student Nurses Slips, Shoes, Hosiery and Accessories Paramount Uniform Co. 577 Washington Street Boston, Mass. LIBerty 3983 atb tubio 18 NEWBURY STREET BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS Telephone KENmore 6044 § School and College Photographers Completely equipped to render the highest quality craftsmanship and an expedited service on both personal portraiture and photography for college annuals. § The Insigne of Quality Printing . For nearly a century and a half The Andover Press has been a leader in producing well-printed books. Despite war-time restrictions, every effort has been made to maintain the reputation for quality printing and personal cooper- ation built up over this long period. We are proud to add this volume of CHECKS to the select list of books bearing The Insigne of Quality Printing. THE ANDOVER PRESS Andover, Massachusetts Compliments of MASS. SPA ▼ Mil. MINK IIELLO Proprietor Compliments of Cross Uniform Co. T 597 WASHINGTON ST. BOSTON, MASS. Congratulations to the CLASS O F 1947 MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL SCHOOL OF NURSING