Our Lady of Mercy High School - Mercedian Yearbook (Cincinnati, OH)

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After a short interval, the house lights are dimmed, the curtain parts, and we behold MARTHA JANE COOPER, who once thrilled London audiences. Clanc- ing gracefully with a Chorus of other dancers to the sweet strains of the iVierry Widow Waltz, beautifully rendered by that talented duet, RITA NEUMANN at the piano, and MARY HELEN CROWLEY at the violin. The curtain closes with much applause. and automatically we turn to see if there are any more celebrities in the audience. We certainly are not disappointed. XVe see that renowned trio of the newspaper world, RUTH PETER, of the Womants Page, Rose BLANKEMEYER, a foreign correspondent, recently home from the war zone of Europe, and JANET HAMBLIN, the Beatrice Fairfax of the Enquirer. Once more the curtains open, and for several hours we are enchanted by the beautiful voice of Nliss Schmitt. After the performance we make our way back stage, where a sprained ankle of one of the dancers is ably taken care of by VIRGINIA BRUSER, and RUBY TOMKINS, two R.N's. In the dressing room Bliss Schmitt calmly chats with her publicity manager, JEANETTE BOCKERSTEITTE, who is partly responsible for our friendls succeSS. After hearty congratulations to the singer, we all prepare to leave for the Netherland Plaza, where a ballroom has been reserved for a celebration in honor of the vocalist. After a short ride the car comes to a halt, and bliss Schmitt's manager stops at a Horistls shop to get her a fresh corsage. Inside, he is pleasantly surprised to find that the shop is owned and man- aged by DIARIE HURST, who carries on a flourishing business with the aid of her partner, VIRGINIA SCHEUERLE. From this shop, the short distance to the hotel is covered in a few moments. Once inside the Netherland, we are cordially greeted by the maitre d, hotel, HELEN OSTERDAY, and are shown to our table by the floor manager, BETTY BOCKERSTETTE. After enjoying a delicious meal. we learn that it has been planned and supervised by the Netherlande dietician, ROSEMARY HUBER. Seated at a nearby table is LORRAINE MANNES, the great painter, discussing Modern Art with the renowned sculptress, BETTY JANE OVERBECKE. When the floor show begins, the program is introduced by that witty master of ceremonies, MARY IANE GERBUS. Throughout the evening, we hear the Charming voice of Glenn Grayis vocalist, MARY PATRICIA PERRINE, singa ing the Song that has brought great fame to Cincinnati. Speaking of that memorable tune, whom should we see but the composer herself, MISS ANTOI- NETTE PETERS, at her table. Letls give her a handl The remaining hours of the evening are spent in this ballroomi As we glance around us on this gala occasion and see the familiar faces, we recall the days ten years past, when all these girls were seniors at lVlercy. We realize that their days at O. L. M. were indeed meritorious, and we imow that their Alma iVlater will always cherish in her memory the graduates of the Class of1941. Page 2:7

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-lle Although we were of the opinion that the young singer would g0 im- mediately to her suite at the Netherland, surprises are always in the offing! She informs us that she intends to go on a shopping spree, with a hat as her primary interest. We protest. but in vain. After a short interval, we find Wliss Schmitt at one of the most exclusive shops in our fair city. In the AVIiSSCSJ shop, she searches for some Clever, original designs. She is approached by the floor lady, JESSIE MILAZZO, who directs her to the chief sales lady. a poised young woman, CAMILLE R1220, by name. After a dress is selected, a fitter is called. While the length is being adjusted, we recognize the charming seamstress. She is none other than ETHEL TOELKE. Now, like every young lady, Nliss Schmitt is not satisfied with one dress when she can buy more. She proceeds to the Deb Shop Here she is met by a petite young model, MARY LEE HOLMES, who is proudly displaying a BETTY lVlILLER creation Nliss lVliller, we all know, is the famous designer of the Chic dresses that every young woman loves. The saleslady in this shop is the ever tactful RUTH PANA, famous for her ability to soothe the feelings of the most irate customer. And now, Wliss Schmitt heads for a millinery shop. In the elaborately furnished salon trecently done over by the famous interior decorator, LOIS EHLERSL we are met by the designer of the popular puzzling-but-smartt, hats for women. After much consideration on the subject, a hat is chosen, much resembling iia stormy day in a Dutch tulip garden Oh! the rashness of femininity! After this crime is committed, the vocalist turns toward her hotel for some much needed rest. She is asleep for what seemed to be but a few hours when she is abruptly awakened by her maid, who informs her that it is time for her to dress for her appearance at Music Halli The tedious task of dressing is quickly accomplished, and she finds herself on the way to her performance in her beautiful car. Suddenly the star decides. however, that she would like to see her Alma Mater once more before leaving the City. As she passes the Convent of the Sisters of Mercy, she glances up at a window where she sees familiar faces. They are ANN SCIAMANNA and MARGARET STOUT, who have given up the pleasures of the world for the sublime peace known only to the religious. While pondering over these things. the car moves on, and soon their destinaw tion, Music Hall, is reached. Sitting at the ticket oftices there we see two of our former acquaintances, JUANITA KUEHLENBORG and THELMA BERLING, displaying untold charm to all the theater-goers. As we are ushered to our box by RUTH NlILLER, we see the famous physician, DR. ANN SCHMITZ, being shown to the adjacent box by ADEL STAEHLING. tThe honorary ushers in cap and gown are alumnae of Mercy Hith We noticed that one of the seats is already occupied by the prominent attorney, MARGARET FILLER. Pays 2-1

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