Richard Montgomery High School - Rocket Yearbook (Rockville, MD)

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MELVIN WILSON FINK “FINCH' Sportsmanship Brotherhood 2, 3, 4; Citizenship Society 1, 2, 3; Science Club 2. 3; Commercial Club 4: Writers’ Club 4; History 8; Student Government Committee 3; Bunk Stuff 3, 4. We have reason to believe that Melvin’s motto is. “Silence is Golden, but this doesn’t hide bis attitude toward It. II. S.. because bis gunny smile speaks for itself. Always willing to lend a helping band to am of his classmates and always in a good humor. That’s “Finch’’! We all wish him shiploads of happiness and prosperity. JOSEPH FISHER “JOE Track 3, 4; President. Sophomore Class; Citizenship Society 1, 2, 3, 4; Soccer 2. 3, 4; Basketball 2. 3, (Varsity) 4; Baseball 2, 3. (Varsity) 4; Sportsmanship Brotherhood I, 2, 3. 4; Student Council 2, 3; Travel Club 3; Modern Club 1, President 2; Airplane Club 4. Here is one of the best natured bevs in the class. At any time and any place Fisher is found in a good humor. He is altogether carefree and has never been known to worry about anything and in this manner has spread that contagious smile of his all over the school. MARJORIE LEE FISHER PUZZ” “Sunshine and Shadows Staff 3, 4; Citizenship Society 1, 2, 3; “Rocket Staff 4; Sportsmanship Brotherhood 1, 2, 3, 4; Writers' Club 4; Dramatic Club 2; Latin Club 1; Commercial Club 3. Our happy-go-lucky Lee has proved to be a friend to everyone. True friendship and pleasing personality seem to characterize her best. Her radiant smile speaks for itself and we hope she will continue to carry this smile through life. .JAMES FRANKLIN FLOYD “JIM” Science Club 1; Airplane Club 2; History Club 3; Writers' Club 4; Baseball (Class) 1. 2, 3; Basketball (Class) I, 2; Assembly Committee 4; Sportsmanship Brotherhood 1, 2. 3, 4; Student Council 2. “Jim has been with the c’ass of 32 only four years, but the longer he has been with us, the better we have learned to like him. He is a constant reminder to us that the best always comes to him who grins. GERTRUDE LAURA FOX GERTIE Freshman Club 1, Sportsmanship Brotherhood 1, 2, 3. 4; Writers’ Club 3, 4; Travel Club (President) 2; Citizenship Society 2, 4; Student Government 2. Although Gertrude never voiced an opinion we all knew she had one by her squeaky, yet likeable, little giggle. We shall ever remember sweet, innocent, demure, little Gertrude and may she have the best of luck always. 14 |

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9 ETHEL VIRGINIA ( ONNELLY “ETHEL” Dramatic Club 2. 3; Commercial Club 3; History 4; (Vice President), Patrol 3, 4; Citizenship Society 1, 2. II, 4; Sportsmaimhip Brotherhood; Class Basketball I. Ethel is the type who is brimming over with smiles and laughter. Nevertheless. Ethel combines hard work with her fun ami various activities. ROBY LEE (T'RTIS “SNOOKS’ Commercial Club 3; Health Club I; Dramatic Club 2. 4; Class Volley Hall 3. 4; Basketball Varsity 4; Sportsmanship Brotherhood 2. 3. 4; “Sunshine and Shadows” 4; Citizenship Society 1, 4; “Rocket” Staff 3, 4. Needles to mention. Ruby is one of our prize basketball stars. Although this is the first year she has come out for it, she certainly has made tip for the lost time. Ruby is one whom everybody can call a “True Blue” pal. MARGARET ELIZABETH I IRON KN Bl'RG “PEGGY” Citizenship Society 1, 2, 3. 4; Health Club 1; Key Council 3, 4; Sportsmanship Brotherhood 3, 4; (Secretary), Science Club 2; (President). History Club 3; ( Vice-President). B. S. T. Club 4; Class Basketball 4; Student Government 1. 2. 3, I; Sanitation Committee 4; “Sunshine and Shadows” 2, 3, 4; “Rocket” Staff 2. 3, 4; School Play I. “Peggy” is one of our girls who works steadily. She is willing to help in any way she can and may l»e depended upon at all times. She does not rush to and fro proclaiming her Rockville spirit, but it is there and we believe that she will carry this spirit on into her future life. AMELIA SOMERVILL FARMER “BIN NIK” President of Freshman Class; Citizenship Society I. 2, 3, 4; Key Council 3, 4; Sportsmanship Brotherhood 1. 2. 3, 4; Dramatic Club 2; Scribblers 3; Travel Club 4; (Secretary), Student Government 2. 3, 4; “Sunshine and Shadows” 2. 3. Behind an alert, sophisticated exterior we find a sweet, lovable interior. She is a “.lack of all Trades” but unlike the proverbial Jack, she does everything well. We hear her favorite color is “Marine Gray.” MARY ELIZABETH FARMER “MARY LIB Secretary of Freshman Class; Citizenship Society 1, 2, 3, 4; (Secretary). Key Council 3, 4; Student Government 1. 2, 3, 4; Science Club 1; Dramatic 2, 4; Scribblers Club 3; President, Sportsmanship Brotherhood 1, 2, 3, 4; “Sunshine and Shadow” Staff 2; Rocket Staff 2, 3; Class Basketball 4; Honor Roll 2. There are so many things to say about “Mary Lib.” She’s wanted for everything and has a genuine interest in everyone. Her activities speak for what is left unsaid. She is a lot more than efficient, and her invaluable services will be missed at R. 11. S. She’s full of fun and can always play a role no matter what the stage or audience. I 13 1

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 HIND A VIOLET FRALEY HINDU Citizenship Society 2. 3. 4; Sportsmanship Brother horn! 2, 3. 4; Latin Club (Secretary) 2; History Club 3; Art Club (Vice-President) 4. Iliuda is one of those girls who make every class complete. The oft-quoted savins:. “Still water runs deep, applies well in this case, for she is reliable, industrious, and capable. We wish her success in all of her efforts in life. EUGENE I). GOODING GENE .Sportsmanship Brotherhood 1, 2, 3, 4; Class Busr ball I. 2; Basketball Varsity 4; Secretary of Home It M in 4; History Club (Treasurer) 3; Scribblers Club (Vice-President) 4; Palette Club 2; Citizenship Society l. 2. 8. 4; Track 8. Eugene is one of the quiet members of our class. He is exceedingly diligent in his studies and cooperates in every way that he can in all of the varied activities of the c'ass. Here's luck to you Gene, it belongs to you, if anyone! AUDREY GUY AUBREY” Science Club 2; Travel Club 3; French Club (Secretary) 8; Dramatic Club 4; Library Committee 3, 4; Sportsmanship Brotherhood 2, 3, 4. Audrey—if you see a tall, dark-haired girl coming down the halls of the dear old Alma Mamin;, chew ing gum with great gusto, you’ll know it’s Audrey. That stick of gum just seems to be a part of her. Who knows—she may be a silent partner in the Wrigley Corporation! MELVIN A HENDERSON MEL Health ( lub 1; Science Club 2; Dramatic Club 2; B. S. T. Club 3, 4; Sportsmanship Brotherhood 1, 2, 3, I; Bank Staff 4: Citizenship Society 1. 2, 3, I; Student Government Committee 3, 4. Mel is a good sport, she Is always In such good humor that we think her favorite song must be Keep a Little Sunshine in Your Heart. WINFRED WOODROW HIMELRIGHT “WOOD1K Citizenship Society 2, 3, 4; Sportmunship Brother hood 2, 3, 4; Science Club 2; History Club 3; Writers’ Club 4; Commercial Club (Vice-President) 4: Bank Staff 3, 4; “Rocket” Staff 4; School Play 4. Woodrow is quite a spitfire when it comes to temper, but that does not daunt the many girls who travel in his wake—in fact, it merely serves to enhance his charm. I 15 J