Mount Vernon Seminary - Cupola Yearbook (Washington, DC)

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Anne Harwood Read Yes, this is unquestionably A.R. Who else could have such a healthy and rosy countenance dur- ing the dank, dark, and dreary Washington win- ters? (This no encomium for the Washington Jr. Chamber of Commerce!) In her clear eves and broad forehead are the keys to her personal- ity. Conversation runs on almost anything with Ann. Want to know about the life and times of a hamster? Doctor Read is well-versed in the subject. Ditto also for the laws of nutrition, horses, and Vienna. Addicted to anything with an equine characteristic, she can also hold long discourses on the attraction(s) of Vienna. Why is this city the instigator of such fascination? She was there after the war, which certainly did not add to its charm. The root, the under- iving meaning ... ah but that is another story! Yellow team; basketball varsity, IV; Lend-A- Hand representative, IV; Carousel business man- ager, IV. Sarah Grace Robinson “What a bird!” For the past years such a phrase has haunted the hallowed halls. Announced by this, a figure whizzes by . . . off to class or some- where . . . No need for an introduction, for this is the woman of the cocker spaniel eyes, the so- cial attributes of a bee, and the Spring Itch. The best year is the last, and Miss R. has made this come true, as she has climaxed her three years at M.V.S. with a debut, and all the excit- ing accessories. It seemed this Army brat was slated for a military wedding, but as of now, the Navy has made its appearance. Which proves our gal Sal never does things half way, as seen from topsy-turvy chemistry classes to the battle field of hockey. “Look at me — I ' m skinny as a rail!” White team; prep players, II; hockey varsity, III, IV; class treasurer, IV; Cupola, IV. 29 )

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Marta Ortiz Buonofina Our Latin American senior, with blue-black hair, orbs with the combustible qualities of a cigarette, and the come-hither look, is notorious for her friendliness, liveliness, and her rendition of the mambo with the Ortiz swing. Also famed for her weekend jaunts to Mexico City and other distant utopias her favorite sentiments as: ' He’s my type . . . he’s a man!”, are typical of the girl from Guatemala. Recognized as one of these in- telligent individuals who can reel off homework in half an hour, Marta also reigns over the White team as captain, a rule both sagacious and benevolent. At any time you may hear, in an accent one-quarter Guatemalan, one-quarter southern, one-quarter Yankee, and the last quarter Texan: “Those are dee-tails!” White team captain; sports club, III; hockey var- sity, IV; Cellophane , IV. Elizabeth Wharton Price The last bell for classes has rung, and in Miss DeZouche’s room, roll is being taken. “All pres- ent except Betsy Price.” Before anyone can take a con jecture on just where Betsy is, a loud crash reverberates through the halls followed by a wail: “Everything always happens to me!” Ac- companied by several more crashes, Betsy is an- nounced to the English class. At least we guess it is she, for the onlv r clue is a blonde head dis- guised by paper, books, purses, and other sundry items. Some might say that is scatterbrained, but this is stoutly denied, as she is just perpet- ually gay and happy. Winning an art award, no mean feat, surprised Miss P. And so we can safely say: happy hunt- ing, whether you are Mrs. V.M.I. ora mad artist, or both. White team; typing. III; prep players, III, IV; glee club, IV. [ 28

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v I Diana Destine SanJejer Though a day student, Diana claims the Lone Star State as home; from it she brought her trick roping act, which was included in the 1950 Ju- nior-Senior Banquet. Fickle to the nth degree, Diana will nevertheless be remembered for the everlasting cry: “Navv,” and the well-trodden path to ’Nap. With a changing kalaidescope of interests, art and modern dancing rank high on the ladder, as well as horseback riding and hunting. Blonde, brown-eyed Diana lists eating farther down on the lower rungs; she persists on consuming the most calorie-like concotions and never gains any descernible avoirdupois. Returning after three years at M.Y.S. to home and school, she plans to attend the University of Texas and be- come an honorary Aggie. White team; class treasurer, II, Carousel , II, III; Cellophane, II, III; Cupola, IV; president of social league, IV. Janet Frances Schoenfelder “Where’s the party?” At Jan’s, of course! At almost any time of year, as long as there is an excuse for having a celebration, or some fun, the crowd always congregates at Jan’s house. There you will be greeted by a smiling dimpled face and a “Come on in, everybody ' s here!” Playing old favorites or modern pops with an expert touch is Jan, and somewhere in the area to see that all is in fairly good order are her wonderful parents who have become so much a part of our memories of Jan. Arriving at M.V.S. last year, a new spirit of gayety came with her, and unforgettable are the legendary G. U. Picnics, the class parties, and finally, the best of all, the Christmas Dance affair. “We can have it at mv house!” Yellow team; typing, III, prep players, IV. [ 30