St Marys High School - Per Annos Yearbook (Cortland, NY)

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...gr I IEANNE GOULD lust close you eyes and imagine an erect and sturdy easel which is covered with flesh tinted paper to which we apply a dash of chestnut brown paint for hair, two circles of grass-like green, outlined in heavy brown for eyes, a smudge of pink beneath each orb and a dash of ruby red for smiling lips to amply portray our dignified senior, who is as pretty as a picture. School days have been happy days for leanne, who has done everything from cheer-leading to editing the yearbook. Intellectual, sociable and dependable she is St. Mary's Hall American girl . ROBERT GALVIN Bob stalwart gridster, oratorical wizard, right-hand man plus all the trimmings, is the solu- tion of how to win friends and influence people . l-le displayed his executive ability in the junior class and he is an ardent promoter of senior activities. Bob reached another rung on that well known ladder when he ably enacted a leading part in the class play with all the earmarks of an experienced actor. When you see his fighting spirit and the mischief in his eye you'll know that he is a true son of Erin. Bob , according to his classmates, is E Pluribus Unus . YVONNE BURNS Vonnie sweet, serene, and sincere specifies the character of our pert chere, whose French ancestry attributes to her pleasing nature. Her delicate femininity belies her athletic ability in winter and summer sports, but proves her perfection in the culinary arts. lmaginative and artistic, she captivated the audience at the Senior Play by her humorous portrayal of young lulie Long. Yvonne, our version of Ginny Sims, is always an eager participator in any musical festival or Glee Club concert. l-laving natural grace and rhythm, she is a dreamer's delightg on the dance floor, a virtual symphony in motionnl 6,31 -38-3 9

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Building for To-morrow MARY ELIZABETH MCAULIFF l'Betty f' our typical lrish colleen, has all the earmarks of a daughter of Erin, complete with deep blue eyes and an indomitable fighting spirit. This lass is also Saint Mary's most enthusiastic sports' fan, for a game is not complete without her lusty cheers and energetic applauding. Betty has artistic ability, too, which was capably shown in the Senior Play and the Glee Club concerts. Cn a rainy day when our spirits are drooping, we turn to Betty to revive us with a dose of dry humor and lively wit, making her Hour bright ray of sunshine . JAMES HUGHES lim is that certain blend of good sense and good humor, a combination that makes him rate with all. This easy-going chap appears to be a shy, self-conscious adolescent but, Don't judge a book by its cover . Humorous guips that escape into his conversations and compositions have made him as well-liked as corn on-the-cob. l-le started his blaze of glory in high-school as president of the freshman class and continued his triumphal march as vice-president of the sophomores. lim's face has become familiar on both court and gridiron. lt took him four years to fall, and now lim is Old Faithful . MARGARET F AHEY Marg, a typical brunette beauty, has labored for four years in St. Mary's to assure the rightful place of women, which, in her opinion, is two steps ahead of men. Be it an historical, grammatical or geographical discussion, you Will find Margaret ready to match wits with anyone and everyone. For four years Marg has made herself indispensable on dance committees, literary staffs, in Sodality and the Reading Club, she has proved to be a valuable member. She has participated in practically all important interclass debates and each time has successfully given a word's eye View of the guestion. Marg has successfully proved that words speak louder than actions. - ,

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Building for To-morrow HELEN ANN MORRIS Should Broadway ever seek a new Peter Pan we would recommend Helen Ann as a likely candidate for the part, because she will just never grow up! Each new day brings an opportunity for Helen to play some new prank. Bubbling over with laughter and naivete, she has yet to experis ence a dull moment. Recently it has been reported that our petite miss is an accomplished and experienced equestrian, making her seem guite a wonder to us. Despite her small stature and juvenile appearance, Helen has proved to one and all that she is one of our more experienced and more dignified Little Women . EDWARD INNES Ted, beau-brummel of the class of '39, is our happy go lucky college hot dog. A dash of Esquire . . . bold plaids . . . Euclid's blood runs thin in his veins . . . but then of what advantage is higher math to an athlete of Ted's caliber? ln his last year in high school, Ted has been affected with a strange malady, newgirlitis . He is not susceptible until he sees red and then he is just another Ferdinand. Ted has not yet tasted the bitter cup of sophistication and so remains our incomparable, UMama's Baby Boy . WINIFRED HILL Taking an averageesized bowl, sift in one cup and a half of athletic agility on skiisg add two tablespoons of executive abilityg first beat well and then add one cup of effervescent laughter, and flavor slightly with one level teaspoon of yellow gold extract. Let stand awhile and eventually l'Winnie , our blond and lively senior, will appear! Possessing a pleasing manner, poise, and a natural kindliness, she makes and keeps friends easily. Winnie's giggles often resound through the corridors of St. Mary's and in the future, though she will be gone, the echoes will remain! 12