Mount Vernon Seminary - Cupola Yearbook (Washington, DC)

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JANE FANCHER EVINS Smithville, Tennessee Four Years A winning personality touched with humor, capable ol laughter, yet firm and decided. You all it really isn ' t hard to get into Optima — no one would hazard such a statement but Jane- President of Optima. One of the South ' s greatest supporters, her crusade is to make us believe that they do wear shoes in Tennessee. Jane does more than prove that, for the four years that she has been here she has been outstanding. As President of our class in both her Freshman and Sophomore years, Jane managed to guide us through various class projects. This sincere interest in ad- hering to the cause is expressed in many ways. Jane ' s determination is unmatched; when you ask for help your job is as good as done. At lunch time, you will probably find her hidden behind the latest copy of The Smithville Review. With Jane ' s strong support the South will rise again. Yellow Team; Optima I, II, III, President IV, Basketball III, IV; Class President I, II; Carousel IV; Cellophane Editor III; Cupola IV; Glee Club I, II, Library Council I, II, III, IV, Student Council I, II, III, IV. LUZ FRE1RE Lima, Peru Four Years The monuments ol wit survive the monuments of power. Our green-eyed Peruvian has made a name for herself during the four years that she has been at Mount Vernon. Her cosmopolitan background and intellectual pursuits contribute to make Lucy an in- valuable ally in an argument. In these discussions, it is safer to agree with her rather than to place your- self in a perilous position, for her logic cannot be disputed. Of course Luz is not entirely one-sided, as those who have attended her after-lunch cha-cha-cha sessions can testify. The plaster beneath the English classroom may have suffered, but her enthusiastic pupils now know something of Latin American dances. In future years when Luz ' s dramatic ambitions have been realized, we can say that we knew her, and heard her famous speech — The Horthe, by Perthy Griffith. White Team, Cupola III, IV; Glee Club I; Prep Players I, Sports Club II 25

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SUSIE HARWOOD CORDON Chapel Hill, North Carolina Two Years She walks in beauty like the night. When you see a tall, attractive girl with a smile for everyone, you know it must be Susie Cordon. Not only do her interests show forth in Modern Dance class, where she is an enthusiastic member, but she also does exceptionally good work as President of Prep Players. Prep Players has been Susie ' s interest for the past two years. Her skill before the spotlight became evident last year when she played Mary Belle in Southern Exposure. From her comical role in that play to the serious part in Star Song ' this year ' s Christmas play, Susie ' s mastery of each part shows both a deep interest and understanding of every char- acter she portrays. Do not think that Susie ' s interests lie only in the theatrical world, for she also shines in the academic world, as she is a member of Optima and her name comes up on the Honor Rolls like clockwork. Pretty, talented, and intelligent; that ' s a combination that ' s hard to beat, but then — Susie ' s hard to beat. White Team; Optima III, IV; Class Secretary III; House Council III, IV; Carousel IV; Chapel Guild IV; Lend-a-Hand IV; Library Council IV; Prep Players III, President IV. MARGARET McDOWELL DICKSON Washington, D. C. Three Years Manner , not gold , is a womans best adornment As one of the most willing and helpful girls on the Mount Vernon Seminary campus, Peggy is noted for her friendly smile and cheerful disposition. The gra- ciousness with which she lends a helping hand in con- solation and advice to her friends is greatly appreciated. With her cheerfulness, Peggy spreads an aura of pleasant gaity wherever she goes. She is characterized also by her tidiness and by her meticulous manner. This year as president of the Library Council, Peggy has spent many hours in the library cataloguing books and filing data. The results of her inexhaustible efforts are evident whenever we come rushing into the library in desper- ate need for help on term paper research. Because of her many abilities and charm, Peggy will undoubtedly find success in her chosen field. Yellow Team; Cupola IV; Glee Club II, III; Library Council II, III, President IV 24

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CARROLL JEAN GATLIFF Williamsburg, Kentucky Two Years Imagination rules the world. Here we have the gay and sincere Southern belle who all during this year has arranged our Chapel services. As President of the Chapel Guild, Carroll has put her whole-hearted effort and deep devotion into her chapel work. We appreciate this sincere in- terest that is expressed in so many ways. Our blonde Kentuckian can usually be found float- ing in a lucious bubble bath or munching that choco- late ice-cream while wondering just exactly what Miss Fulton will have on the next Chemistry test! Carroll is notorious for her zany actions in the dorms. Snow ice-cream, little red wagon, short wave radio, and the inevitable crate of oranges in her closet are but a few of the things we associate with Carroll. Her loving ways will certainly be long remembered at Mount Vernon as the prime example of a genuine heart. White Team, Chapel Guild III, Chairman IV, Cupola IV; Lend-a- Hand III, IV; Glee Club III. GRACE SARAH GEARHART Waverly, Pennsylvania Two Years Always a gay word; enthusiastic and invigorating. Behind all the games and other athletic events at Mount Vernon there is careful organization. This is the result of Sally ' s enthusiastic efforts as A. A. Presi- dent. Appropriately awarded the cup for the most individual points last year, she has put her con- scientious ability into this year ' s job. As promoter of team spirit, Sal ' s exuberance is infectious. In all phases of school life Sally retains the same bubbling enthusiasm. Gifted with a wonderful sense of humor, she can enliven any group by her good humor. This helps make her a valued friend to every- one, especially in those solemn ‘ after-a-test moments. Sally is always there, helping when you need her, and supporting the team and the school, too, when they need her most. White Team, A. A President IV; A A Representative III- Base- ball III. IV Basketball III, IV. Hockey III, IV; Tennis III, IV, Cellophane III; Cupola IV; Lend-a-Hand III. 26