Plainville High School - Plainsman Yearbook (Mariemont, OH)

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Wagi46 Jane Buckmaster. Buck, as her friends call her, is one of thOSe quiet people on the surface, but when you see her blue eyes he- gin to twinkle, you know itis worth listening, for Buck has a superb dry wit. When it comes to sports, she is tops as either spectator or participant. She doesn't show excitement about many things except football, but she consistently beats her friends at tennis, and if you mention horses --well, that's her soft spot. Ruth Culvert. Although Ruth has not been at Plainville very long, her friendly ways have made her a necessary port of our school life. For each of our social events we prevailed upon Ruth to stop talking iong enough to draw a stunning poster. The Blue Devil drafted into service the wit that flows from her pen, for she is the kind of worker who can always take on one more iob. She is probably headed for Deni- son University and the field of medicine. Mary Cappa. Did you ever meet a girl who had all this: a trim figure, big brown eyes, a lively pera sonality, smoothness in her dancing and skill in her cooking? Well, may we introduce you to Mary? She'll like you because she likes everybody iexcept Macbeth, poor guyH Her favorite way of passing happy hours is to dance to the music of her uncle Tonyis or- chestra. Although we know she won't need it, we are wishing her good luck in the years ahead. Kathleen Delaney. Kath- leen came to Plainville from St. Mary's in her sophomore year, One of her aims is to become a really capable secretary, and she has already dem- onstrated considerable ability in this tine, typing and mimeographing tests and exams, and taking care of Doc's correspondence. On the artistic side Kay possesses a rich voice that contributed to the triple trio and the Operetta. After school you can find her in the drugstore with Mary. Duane DeWeese. When- ever you are in the neigh- borhood of Oak Street you are likely to hear the mellow tones of Dee's sax, for music is on the top of the list of Dee's interests. The list runs, by the way, from farming to football. Dee was a stalwart tackie and a participant in oil track eventse We have cause to remember him as an athlete, but most of oil we expedt to remember Dee as the slender figure behind that singing saxophone. Laird Durham. Laird has been an energetic worker for his class. As advertis- ing manoger for the an- nual and chairman in charge of the carnival dance, he really put some of the sweat of his brow into our treasury, and we are grateful. He has also been active as footbali manager, member of the Blue Devil Stoft, and member of the cost of the Junior Ploy. Intramural sports have benefited from his support, He loves to plot tricks on people. Don Ferns. You can be as- sured that where there's Don, there's fun, because his lightheartedness is a guarantee of a good time Don has been a loyal member of the Hi-Y for three years. He has been active also in the field of sports, in basketball and as a distance runner on the track team. He played footbail in his sopho- more, iunior and senior year. During the senior year, Don participated in the Civic Day program as fire chief. Ben Fite. Ben, who was a staunch and competent member of our football, baseball, and truck teams had to leave us early in March when his country called him. His scholastic abitity as well as his e athletic skill is enviable, and he has the necessary tenacity to further his ambitions. Ben is notably forthright and earnest and his modest, witty personality have established a definite place for him in the schooi records and in our hearts.

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Wafi46 Bill Adkins. Just about everyone likes Bill, and Bill likes iust about every- one. Maybe it's that permanent smile -- we donlt knowe-but Bill has $X certainly got something. He can never seem to find enough iokes to play on some poor un- suspecting soul. That keeps him busy for the present. As far as the future is concerned, Bill thinks he may decide to become a drafts- man, since he enioys mechanical drawing. Who knowsemaybe our future house will be HCreated by Adkins! Pat Anderson. We elected Patty our presi- dent in May of last year, and there has been naught but praise ever since for her capable and energetic handling of our affairs. We owe her many t thanks for the leadership that kept us work- ing toward our goalea bigger and better annual. Our Madame Pres. has worn the authority we gave her in a charmingly in- formal manner. We shall not soon forget being called to order by her bright-voiced, i'Listen, everybody! Bill Anthony. Bill is one of those rare individuals who never mentions his own accomplishments, so we are glad of this chance to mention a few 't 17: for him. Bill helped bring fame and glory to P. H. S. in various Sports, especially in track, Be- sides his ability in athletics, Bill blows a mean and professional sax. To anyone who doesn't know him well, he may seem shy, but a closer look will reveal a sly smile that lets us know the whole thing is an act. Dottie Bainum. You might hear Dottie referred to as chat attractive girl we saw at the game the other nighti'l For Dottie's ardent support of every Blue Devil sport is legendary. You w0uld be mistaken to think, however, that this interest has been maintained at the expense of study. Dottie's grades have been consistently high. With her smooth looks and smart clothes, she makes a picture that promises an early spring for the young man's fancy. 29 Phil Banks. Never get into an argument with Phil unless you are prepared to lose. Even if he is wrong, he can prove him- self right, or at least leave you in a state of dazed confusion. During his iunior year, Phil was a capable caeeditor of the Blue Devil, and during his senior year the many worries of the annual have been on his shoulders. Yet we never heard him worry, never saw him hurry. Is that, maybe, that thing called efficiency? Gene Bauer and his gleaming carrot top could be seen at almost all games and gatherings. An active backer of all sports, he was manager of various teams and a member of the football squad for four years. His weight and fighting spirit did much to make the Blue Devil line as impregnable as it was. His amiability will be long remembered by us,- for ever-smiling Gene with his lively school spirit has been synonymous with fun at Plainville. Charlotte Blattman. Viva- cious Char has energy plus to accomplish all the many things she under- takes. Being phOlOe graphic editor of the an- nual has been a iob in itself, and she added that to her duties as secretary of the senior class. Charlotte is an expert marksman, horse- woman, and tennis player. Her enthusiasm is not confined to sports, however. History is one of her favorite studies, although she usually makes the honor roll in all of them. Jeanne Browning. Jeannie, whose bright blonde head was always to be seen at Home Ec Club, triple trio practise, or G. R. meetings, seems never to be without cause for a happy smile. It could be that some of the happy thoughts concern the Sea-Bee she sometimes tells us about. Her favorite indoor pastime certainly seems to be writing letters. Jeannie also loves horseback riding and swimming, managing always to keep her shining hair unmussed.

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Wag'46 Murygene Francisco. Proof that good things come in small packages is Marygene. Entering P. H. S. in her iunior year, she has given her class- mates inspiration from her cheerfulness and tine cooperation, and amusement from her purse- dropping. A reczl sports lover, the little girl swings a wicked but and demonstrates un- usual skill in riding. We call ourselves lucky that Morygene finished her high school years with us, and the college she selects will enioy her as we did. Janet Gilbert. Since Janet's prime interests re- volve about the realm of sports, she has always been an enthusiastic and happy rooter in the stands of P. H. 5. Tall and agile, she is a good bos- ketbull guard in her own right. Janet is fond of languages and may some day put that interest to use us a translator or interpreter, although she is also considering c1 career in interior decorating. She can boast of natur- ally curly hair and Cl figure that remains slim. John Gilbert By his out- standing scholastic tul- ents and by hard work, John completed his high school course creditcbly in three years. His athletic ability was revealed when he played right guard on the football team last fall. He worked enthusiastically for our class after coming to the big room at mid'term this year. It may be truly said of John that he has malice toward none and charity for all, and for this rare virtue he is liked by everyone. Jane Hannaford. You can always be sure that where there's Jone there's a crowd, attracted by her magnetic person- ality and her wit. Jane has never been too busy, however, to give strong support to the school activities in which she has been especially interested, notably the G. R. and the G. A. A. She has shown Cl steady interest in school sports at Pluinville, and when she enters Miami University we are sure she will be as loyal to her college as she was to P, H. 5. 31 Patricia Herdtner. Pat came to us from Withrow in her sophomore year. A vivacious person, she has enough pep for at least a dozen girls her size. Her smile sparkles and her large brown eyes would melt anyone on C! cold December morning. Although Pat has a strong dislike for CI cer- tain horse named Johnny, we have not been able to Find a single other thing she dislikes. Maybe this good nature is one of the reasons Plainville is so fond of Pat. Evelyn Hill. Evelyn is al- most always on the go. If you see somebody whiz post you in a burst of speed, you would be safe to guess that the ener- getic person was Evelyn Hill. Ev. is a worker, cm- bitious for good grades in school 05 well as for c: good iob after she is out of school. A sports lover, she is especially partial to basketball, bowling, and swimming. Add to these interests 0 pleasant disposition, and you know why Evelyn makes friends easily. Glen Horne. Glen's love for basketball was satis- fied this year when he made the varsity team and played in the first game, after having backed up the team for three years as Ct student manager. Glen has an unusual talent for mechanical drawing, and we have become accustomed to seeing his work on exhibition in the front hall. The not-so-tull musician and his mighty tall buss fiddle have been an indispensable part of the dance band. Plain- viile will miss Glen. Pat Hughes. Here is a girl who will always be re- membered by us for an unusual ability to ripple the keyboard, whether the music be classical or the warmest boogie- woogie. Pdt also has an especially friendly smile with which she greets everyone she knows. Her favorite ac- tivities are basketball, swimming, riding, and dancing, but somehow Pat has managed to save out time to acquire two additional very useful skills. This girl can cook, sir, and she can sew!