Putnam High School - Clipper Yearbook (Putnam, CT)

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YEAR BOOK 1946 ARLENE HELENE MCNALLY Always ready to help is Mac , She has aided in many class affairs. Mac is jolly and friendly. Her hobbies are bowling, hiking, and dancing. She plans to become a secretary. Best wishes, Mac ! Dancing 1, 3, 4, Homemaking Club 1, President 2g Highway Safety 23 Home Nursing 4, Dance Com- mittee 4. JOSEPH JOHN MICHON Joel' came to us in the Sophomore year from the Norwich Free Academy. His quick wit, vitality, and song have certainly added something to our class. Music, stamp collecting, and swimming are among his hobbies. f'Joe hasn't decided on his future work yet, but we wish him luck in whatever field he enters. Glee Club 2, 3, 43 Nativity 2, 3, 43 Aeronautics 2, 33 Military Training 2, 3, 4, Highway Safety 2, Music Appreciation Club 4, Quartet Member 4. JAMES MAHER NELSON Jim or 'tNels , as he is popularly known, is one of the shortest of the senior boys. His interests in dancing and model aviation have been shown, but his enthusiasm in sports has twice given him the title of a three letter man. Jimmy would like to enter the Navy, but would rather study Aviation Mechanics at the Technical School before doing so. Science Club lg Dancing 13 Highway Safety 2, Aeronautics 3, Ways and Means Committee 3, Monitor 3, 45 Pre-Induction 4: Football 3, 4, Bas- ketball 2, 3, 4g Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4, Military Training 1, 2, 3, 4.

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THE BLUE AND WHITE AUGUST WALTER LOOS Wherever there is lots of noise, you'll find Gus and his jalopy. He is one of our best dancers and has a wide interest of sports, especially in golf. His enthusiasm in aviation led to his three year enlistment in the Army Air Force. His absence has been keenly felt by the class. Science Club lg Glee Club lg Highway Safety 23 Aeronautics 2,3g Football Manager 33 Student Coun- cil 3, Military Training 1, 2, 3, 4. ALBERTA LILLIAN LORD t'Burt's wonderful sense of humor, and sunny disposition have made her very popular with the class. She has participated in all our activities with great zest. She plans to do secretarial work in the future. Her hobbies are reading and hiking. Dancing 15 Highway Safety 2, Home Room Treasurer l, 25 Blue and White Banner 3, 41 Prom Committee 3, Monitor 3, 45 Home Nursing 4. Final Honors. JEANNETTE GERTRUDE LUSSIER Jeannette, or Jay , is the kind of girl everyone wants for a friend. Her hobbies are reading, sewing, skating, and bicycle riding. She plans to be a West- ern Union Telegraph Operator after she leaves school. Best wishes, Jay ! Dancing lg Highway Safety 25 Treasurer of Homemaking Club 2, Home Nursing 4. Final Honors

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THE BLUE AND WHITE 'Saw LEONARD PAUL NORMAND Porky or 'AChuck came to Putnam High from Marianapolis during the Sophomore year. In that time, because of a good disposition and an easy-going air, he has been able to make many friends. Porky's hobbies include motorcycle riding and roller skating. Porky has recently left school to serve in the Coast Guard. Baseball lg Aeronautics 2g Interclass Basketball 2: Football 1, 2, 31 Military Training 2, 3, 4. ARLINE VELMA OSBORN Although Briz is reserved and quiet, she is well-liked among her classmates. Her qualities of loyalty and dependability have helped her gain this popularity. Her hobbies are bicycle riding, reading, and dancing. Although her plans for the future are uncertain, we feel sure that she will suc- ceed in anything she may undertake, and we all wish her the best of luck. Dancing lg Highway Safety 2: Vice-President 23 Prom Committee 31 Home Nursing 4. Final Honors. RUTH ANNA PAGE When we hear gliding footsteps in the hall, we know it's i'Pagey . Din just glides here and there to add a witty remark to brighten a weary soul. Dinny plans to enter the Connecticut Institute of Hairdressing in Hartford in the fall. Her hobbies are reading, sewing, dancing, and singing. Dancing 13 Highway Safety 23 Glee Club 2: Angel in Nativity 2g Ways and Means Committee 11 Prom Committee 35 Home Nursing 45 Cheer Leader 4. ' E