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

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Building for To-morrow MARY SLOCUM Sloc fif our predictions are correct, will undoubtedly replace the popular Songbird of the South on the ladder of success in the not-so-distant future because of her perfection in the arts of music and cooking. Anyone who can beat up a cake as light as a dream, and in rhythm with a song as light as her heart, demands and deserves recognition. In accordance with her practi- cability Mary is an A-number-one pupilg a slow and steady worker but a hard worker, too. Since she is also an enthusiastic knitter as well as an efficient seamstress, Mary seems to be one of those desired but nearly extinct gentlewomen ! CHARLES ADAMS Dodoejoined the ranks of the blue and gold in '37 and since that time has proved himself to be a true fighting Irishman. Dodo's friendliness gained him the class office of treasurer in his first year at St. Mary's, engaging in sports in both '37 and '38, Dodo proved to be an athlete of note. His ability does not end here, however, as he found time for dramatics, debates, and assisted the lunior-Senior prom committees. One third personality, one-third school-spirit, and the remaining third up and Adam spirit makes Dodo an all 'round good fellow. PATRICIA QUINN Pat f- who can create a poster with artistic finesse or compose an essay supreme, has earned a niche for herself in Saint Mary's hall of fame. Through zealous work and unfaltering persever- ance her name, since freshman year, has been numbered among those on the honor roll. Because of her reliable and helpful nature she is invariably a member of our social, literary and art commit- tees. Possessing a mind of her own and ever ready to express her own opinion, Pat is rated as a worthy opponent in any oratorical contest or debate. Quiet and unassuming, she believes that Hactions speak louder than words .

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DOROTHY KILEY l'Dot' '... red hair, blue eyes, a jolly nature, and a bridge of cinnamonebrown freckles across her nose . . . what a combination! what an lrishman! Always laughing, always hurrying here and there to do her bit, Dot finds life just one big adventure. Chemistry to her is an intrigu- ing world of mystery to be conquered, but history is just another bore. Sodality meetings and choir rehearsals are not complete without her presence. Already holding a minor position at the local medical center, she seems destined to be a helper of humanity. Mayhap we have another Florence Nightingale among us. KATHERINE FERGUSON l-foot Mon Lo and behold, we have a bonny Scotch lass in our midst! Though lacking a Scotish burr, Fergie , as she is known to her intimate friends, does boast of the ability to pinch pennies and, therefore, she was designated the perfect one to fill the office of freshman class treasurer. lnclined to be guite shy, Katherine is one of the more silent members of the class, but when some guibbler makes a humorous guip, our modest maid's blush can be seen for miles. Thankful are we for one as alive and glowing as a Highland moor and as sweet and lovely as a wee bit o' heather! IN IMITATION We know that there will never be A class as bright as we. A class that studies hard all day, And still finds time to play. A class that aims at A or B, And frowns upon the lowly C. Upon whose shoulders tasks are lain, Yet strives to do, in spite of pain. Thus, lines are rimed by our classy But only God will let them pass. 66.37-38.39

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MARY PADDOCK Mary one of our tall dignified seniors, reminds one of an egually tall willow tree whose strength is matched only by hers. Her resemblance to an arboreal child of Mother Nature is not too unusual, for the rolling hills and the wide-open spaces hold a special allure for Mary, who is always looking forward to Ha day off . l-land in hand with her love for nature is her intense feeling toward dogsg any dogs, whether they be pedigreed or just plain mongrels. Mary's countless scrapbooks are also devoted to the canines. l-low very fortunate is Mary, for no greater friend has any man than his dog! LEO CORDABY l'Cord lf you're looking for an A number one caddy, this alert, and energetic individual is just the one who should meet your reguirements. Cord winters in St. Mary's and spends his summers at the Country Club. When he's not lending his brawn to help a friend, you'll find his constant companion his pipe, with him. We are not to conclude that summer is the only time that our dignified senior displays his athletic ability. HCord donned a blue and gold uniform when the '38 football team organized and proved to be a stumbling block for many an opponent. HELEN HAMMON When the '37 register was completed, f-felen's name was listed among The Belles ot St. Mary's . With a guick glance, an lrish pug and reddish-brown hair typified l-lelen's nationality, . . Soon after her arrival we were aware of the fact that l-lelen's interests and talents were varied. Cur petite miss has exhibited her multiple talents in the band, on the Star Staff and in debates. We've heard that besides being an A student Helen is guite domestic. Because she can cook and knit as well as remain an honor pupil, Helen is considered a rare specimen. lncidentally, if Helen is slightly tardy she's just practicing her slogan Better late than never . -37 -38-3 .56 9