Plainville High School - Plainsman Yearbook (Mariemont, OH)

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MARIAN RUTH DOEBELE i'The fairest garden in her iooks and in her mind the wisest books? ?Cowley Marian has been an active mem- ber of the Y-Teens and the French Club. She served as busi- ness manager of the Blue Devil and also worked on the Assembly Program Committee in her senior year. Unusually high grades have given her the distinction of ap- pearing on scholarship teams every year during her high school career. Marion's maior hobby is writing letters to her many tore eign correspondents, and foreign languages are her favorite study. She hopes to make use of her language skill some day in her work as a iournalist. Marian also likes to bite her nails, though she wishes she didnit. And she most emphatically likes cuts. Friends who walk back and forth to school with Marian have become re. signed to waiting every now and then to give her time to pet some stray kitten. GEORGE DONALD LEMON iiHe made a thousand friends . , . yes, and he kept themT-Bennett When red-haired Don Lemon came to add color to the scene at Plainville High, he became without very much delay on im- portant and industrious member of the class of '47. Although Don knew few people in the class when he first come, he was soon popular and found himself seizrew tary of the seventh grade. In the eighth grade, Don held the posi- tion of treasurer of his class. He was awarded the Good Citizen- ship Medal in the eighth grade. Donis high school years were marked by a high scholastic rat- ing, active participation in sports and scholarship teams, and the holding of class offices. At the end of his iunior year he was one of the Five boys selected to go to Buckeye Boys' State. Don also served as a councilman on Civic Day, and held the office of Senior Vice-President and Secretary of the Hi-Y. BETTY JANE DOLL iiank as the windieShakespeate . Betty came to Pluinville in her sophomore year, and she has since become known for her witty personality vand her ability to make friends. Doll's favorite sport is basketball, at which she is c: wonder. Even after three years, most of us rub our eyes at some of the long shots she makes. Betty is an excellent skater and cm even better bowler. Her sense of humor makes her cu lot of fun to be with. A glance at her shows us what Betty is really like, for one of her most apparent assets is her ever-present smile, which reveals her dimples. Her active participation in the G.' A. A., YsTeens, and Chorus, and her diligent work on the Blue Devil made these organizations grate- ful to Betty. Uppermost in her scholastic interests is Betty's in- clination toward commercial studies. Her goal is a bookkeep- ing iob.

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PAUL GRAETER, JR. HHe is a gentleman, became his nature is kind and ajfable to every creature? ?Barnheld How did my picture turn out, F'caul?H Almost every day Paul was met with this question, for as photographer 'For The Plainsman he was kept busy throughout the first half of this year. We find him remarkable for many reasons. First of all, imagine being related to that wonderful chocolate fudge and still keeping such elegant slimness. And second, imagine keeping up so many absorbing hobbies and still having time to provide transportation for any and all members of the class when there's transportation required. Radio is a subject on which Paul waxes enthusiastic, and micro- scopy is another. Both of these will be uvocations for Paul, how- ever; his serious plan is the practice of medicine. Some day our blonde friend will be Dr. G. He'll never set a finer pair of legs than those he showed us in the Junior Play! MARGARET RUTH COLLINS liGentle in manner, strong in perfotmance. r-Aquaviva All the Seniors recall very vividly the wonderful sight when the Prom decorations were finished and they could all heave a sigh of relief. Few realized it then, but Margaret's iob was iust begin- ning. As chairman of the dinner, it was her big fob to get the tables set and everyone in the right place. As everyone who was present can testify, the task was performed beautitully. Margaret will also be remembered for her talent as an accompanist, which brought success to many of the Music Department's programs. Al- though much of her time is spent practicing on the piano and or- gan, Margaret's scholastic ability has long been a credit to Plain- Ville. A competent, diligent worker, she will inevitably be re- warded by the fulfillment of her ambition to become a good pri- mary teacher. ' JAMES FRANKLIN HOPEWELL iiA good mind possesses a kingdom. eSeneca Jim is one of those idea men, for he gets a bright idea about every five minutes. As Ways and Means Chairman this year, Jim had the opportunity of exercis- ing his elastic mind. He played the line on Plainville's football team for two years and will be well remembered for his wonder- ful performance. With a song al- ways on the tip of his tongue, Jim was a natural for the music de- partment land he played leading roles in both 'iSouth in Sonora and Jerry of Jericho Road. In spite of his many interests and duties, J. Franklin, as he is some- times called, can still maintain top grades. His distinguishing feature is his horn-rimmed glasses. He can always be counted on to brighten up a dull morning with a well placed ioke. Never at a loss for words, Jim will make the advertising world sit up and take notice.

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PETER ARTH UR HULL HReady to split his sides with laughing. ?Cervances A true sportsman, Pete was prom- inent on Plainville's eleven-man football squad and was also a valuable member of intramural teams. His capacity for work and his qualities of salesmanship have been demonstrated throughout his high school career by his ability to hold iobs, and this year by his commendable work as advertis- ing manager of The Plainsman. And where would an annual be without ads? Always ready to lend a strong hand, Pete went on paper drives and sold cokes at games, whenever he wasnlt work- ing at the theatre. And let no man ever say that our Pete isn't a law- abiding citizen. His respect for the law was so apparent to his class- mates that they elected Pete pa- trolman on Mariemont's Civic Day, and were gratified to observe that he held that office with the dignity befitting it. LORETA FIENO Perseverance is more prevailing than violence. ePlutarch HNow I have posted the names of people to sell at all the rest of our basketball games. Every- one must either be there or have a substitute lined up. look over the list and check your name. She sounds menacing, doesnit she? Well, she's not, but as Senior Food Chairman she got results. Loreta has the gift of being al- ways able to take on one more responsibility, and yet you'll never find her without a smile. Be sides being Food Chairman she was the capable president of the G. A. A. in her senior year. Proof of her reputation as a speedy typ- ist is the great number of requests made of her. Loretals pleasing disposition and friendly smile have made her liked and re- spected by everyone. To acid to her already long list of assets is her naturally curly hair, something every girl dreams of and wishes for. JAMES EDWARD JORDAN Healthy by tempemnce and by ex.-:1rcise.n wpope Years ago, Jim Jordan was known as the kid who rode the black bike withzall the contraptions on it. Now he's known as Jt J,, the streak of lightning on the grid- iron. His reputation has spread far and wide as a pole vaulter, too, and we think it will be quite a while before Plainville comes up with anything better. His witty remarks and distinctive laugh have also helped to gain him friends. Jim's classmates chose him Foot- ball King in his senior year. One of J. J.'s favorite pastimes is driv- ing a car,- no doubt this is a hang- over from his bicycle days. It doesn't matter what condition the car is in, either, as anyone who ever saw Nellie can testify. Welre sure, though that the big- gest and most facinating contrap- tion Jim ever got near was the fire engine he had charge of when he was fire chief on Civic Day.