Our Lady of Lourdes High School - Knight Yearbook (Marinette, WI)

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Sgtfpta -W f ,swf V s.MmifB- T asa and I'm just about O.K.- Everybody says it, and what everybody says must be true. A Gentleman and a scholar-to say nothing of being an athlete. SIMON CHRIST, ,27. My arrival on terra Firma meant a favor to all mankind. Although I am rather diminutive in size, I have brains under my curly hair, blonde in color, and there is fire in my eyes, gray in color and mild-looking. I am one of the brightest boys in school-when I am at schoolg but I think that all work and no play makes me a dull boy -consequently, I give some of my time to this art. My ambition is to be an all-around champion of sports, but I probably will have to be content with being the world's greatest cartoonist. Funny are the ways of Fate, aren't they? My accomplishments in every field have become a by-word, so much so- that it almost appears uncanny. So do not be surprised when you hear of that Hwonder' from good old Lourdes. You see, I work to succeed, and from present indications, I WILL. Firm of purpose and of thought. . FRANCIS PFIESTER, ,27. VVriting an autobiography is a very difficult undertakingg at any rate, it is for me. Nevertheless, I'll make an attempt at it. I am a pleasant, ambitious young lady of medium stature, dark hair, and complexion that needs no cosmetics to im- prove it. I have been told I have many and excellent qualities in my makeup, but the one which all admire and marvel at is my wonderful capacity for work. I never shirk a duty, however small, and am always ready to take advantage of every opportunity which will assist me along the rugged pathway of knowledge. It is to this indomitable determination to forge ahead that I ascribe my success in all things, as my class record will bear ample witness. My life motto is: Joy is man's needg let us smile for the sake of it. This be our creed: Life must be what we make of it. BERNICE PLANTE, i27. I was born in the month of obedience and pietyg that's the reason I am so pious and obedient. They say all good things come in small parcels-but don't believe it. just look at me and you'll realize that it is the very reverse. As to my appearance, I refer you to my picture in the foregoing pages. You will notice that my hair is naturally cur-straight-to my misfortune. I have sky-blue eyes, charming dimples, and a complexion envied by my classmates. When I entered Lourdes High School a few years ago as a little green Fresh- man, I coveted the honor I now possess-of being a dignified Senior at the end of my high school career. I dislike enjoyments of any kind and would much rather enjoy my leisure moments reading Shakespeare. I play only classical music-fj azz is abhorrent to me, as is dancing likewise. I have visions of myself acting as private secretary to some prominent per- sonage-how could it be otherwise, since I have won the Amateur Typist Loving Cup. They conquer who believe they can. HELEN REDMAN, ,27. YY -df? 094 g fgfbat- Q AP,-'F -5. ,Q ts. .gui ,,.-slay 0 ug, qt-sg s i , Ax - ' Pag?37

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WHT a .- ' cf. 7 -3- . e.,4Kn ago in the midst of a great snowstorm. In spite of the unfavorable weather I have grown to be quite a giant. A girl of today, I stand before my classmates, towering above them-a lover of all activities and exceedingly fond of schoolwork. My rare abilities in public speaking have been discovered and now I often make my appearance on the school stage. My eyes are blue like the skyg my hair is golden like the sun-bath colors which clash with my complexion when I am called upon to speak before our class. f'Music hath charms to soothe the savage beast -I am a lover of music and sure- ly some day my name will become famous through my skill as an artist. At pres- ent, however, I excel in the study of English. In fact, I am a Miss Shakespeare. Nothing is diliicult to a willing mind. EUNICE BYRNS, ,27. Mother Earth was blessed, indeed, when I made my first appearance here on a very cold day in January, 1909. Being the first child of the family, I was nat- urally received with much rejoicing. I had large blue eyes, beautiful golden locks that tumbled about my tiny head in ringlets. As I advanced in years my hair changed to a dark brown, although I retained the curls and sparkling blue eyes. I am not a girl that likes to stay at home and read inspirational books, but on the contrary, I am constantly Hitting about, always stepping on someone's toes. I love dancing, tennis, parties, and other sports. My friends tell me that I should settle down and prepare for the future, but I quite disagree with them. You may think me frivolous, but what would this wide world of great think- ers do without a spice of life and laughter? Better not be at all than not be noble. DOROTHY DORAN, ,27. It was a beautiful autumnal day in September, 1909, when this important per- sonage came to earth. People tell me that even the sun shone brighter on that memorable day. As time went on I waxed strong and beautiful. I am now quite slender and tall. My hair is a beautiful auburn and my eyes are of a charming brown. I am a lady in every sense of the word. I possess high veracity, a deli- cate sense of honor, and refined habits, together with a mischievous character. I love to spend my leisure moments in studying and reading over and over Dante's Divina Commediaf' In the wreck of noble lives Something immortal still survives. FLORENCE MCCRORY, ,27. W'hen I appeared upon the scene it could be said of me, Thy gifts are need- less, thou dost bring a treasure in thyself. Still I brought both-the gifts and myself to gladden this sad world. I need no recommendation-just to know me is enough for anyone. Popular ?-Naturally. I can talk more and say more than any member of the class--I ought to be president. I cannot decide which study in school I like best or in which I excel most, but I feel sure that whatever trade or profession in later life I will grace by my presence-I will be a flaming success. I am short and heavily built-just made for prize-fighting-and, by the way, I am the leader in all sports, especially basketball and football. My work is above par- X13 in Q. Y on ip ' C Q 50- 'Nl f , , AH .1-:els-.'91'0 6'-IL-, Q,-aww' A 9 :- . A, e - S -J . t Q .yi

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I . Vtzgffqs f The writing of this description of myself and my activities was the hardest task I ever attempted g but then I never shirk a duty because it is hard. I gladdened this earth with my coming in the month of roses, june, IQIO. I have lustrous brown, Mary Pickford curls, two adorable dimples, and eyes like two large violets. I am the personification of pep and fun and always believe in minding my own business. I lead in all my studies and I know there is a valuable position as bookkeeper awaiting me. My motto is: Pluck and not Luck wins success. INIARION LIPTACK, ,27. I made my first appearance in this vast domain on a bright and clear morning in july. I must have come like a benediction. God blessed me with sky-blue eyes, light auburn hair, and a fair complexion. I am a genial, good-natured young lady, displaying talents in abundance and maintaining a praiseworthy record throughout my school career. They say I am a shark in typewritingg I suppose, because I'm continually winning awards in this art. My motto, Good order is the fundation of all good things, is but a reflection of my character. I pass for what I am worth. V ery idle is all curiosity concerning other people's estimate of myself. VVhat greater monument can I leave behind me than a good life, a sterling charac- ter, a cheerful disposition? Briefly, in Cicero's words: True glory takes roots and even spreads. CATHERINE CROXVLEY, ,27. This assignment of writing an autobiography is not at all to my liking, since I am of a reticent and bashful disposition. But what can't be cured, must be en- dured, can be applied in my case. I am a tall, slender maiden with golden locks and bright blue eyesg my complexion-well-well-it's of a very delicate hue 5 I'd rather dispense with speaking about its charms. As for faults, I have not manyg I've a jolly word for every one, thus I have become a cherished flower in the gar- den of our class. I am a lover of music-not jazz-no! I despise it! I love the studies that do not require much thinking, because I may not exert my brain power too much. To sum up all my personal attractions, I am as lovely as a flower. Take it or leave it. A person finds no sweeter voice in the world than that which chants his praises. LUCILLE WEILER, i27. Down in a green and shady bed A modest violet grew: Its stalk was bent, it hung its heads, As if to hide from view. And yet it was a lovely Bower, Its colors bright and fair! It might have graced a rosy bower, Instead of hiding there. Thus briefly the autobiography of a modest little maiden, five-foot-six in stature, weight only I3O pounds g brown hair and brown eyes--as for her complex- ion-well-if freckles were dollars, she'd be worth millions-such a generous sprinkling of them. In her quest for knowledge this timid little violet has, never- theless, been eminently successful. Efiicient in every study, especially shorthand and commercial law, she will 'ere long become a prominent court reporter. A humble little violet- MARGARET O,CONNELL, ,27. ' -es. Q-'Nr qs: g- evtuxj 5 wg... -N Q! S67 'I are mslv. 0 MP. stag' A1522-I n 3 . Page 38