Thayer Academy - Black and Orange Yearbook (Braintree, MA)

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1947 The BLACK and ORANGE Page 23 ALAN s. GILBERT QGillyj BROCK TO N Gilly possesses that unusual gift of being able to find the pleasant side of everything, and at t.ie same time to be serious when need be. This quality makes a genial companion and a sympathetic friendg he certainly takes with him our best wishes for success in the future. Camera Club 21 Chemistry Club 4, 3Q Basket Ball fManagerj 2. Four Years ROGER BYRNF GOOKIN lRogj Darlmoulh QUINCY Rog has made numerous friends these past two years with his ready wit and friendly manner. VVe bear that he skis as well as he sails. We wish you suvcess and happiness for the future, Rog. Glee Club 25 Two PEARL HYA GROSSMAN ll Qvlxcv Many a day arriving in her flashy new convertible, Pearl arouses all our envy. And she's generous in offering rides, too. Pearl is very retiringg yet she has a ready smile for everyone. Theta Alpha ig Music Appreciation 25 Senior Middle P Camera Club 4, 3Q llonor Roll 4. Four PHILIP C. HAMMOND lPhill rwassrzflfzlxrits No. QLTINCY Although Phil has been with us only one year, we lind him quite a student and a swell fellow. VVe are looking forward to the baseball season as we hear he is an exceptional second baseman. Baseball I. One THOMAS RICHARD HFALY QTomJ Holy Mu.'roN Tom is quiet and persevering. These past four years he has always been ready to laugh with the rest of us. Between art and photography his spare time muit be very well Filled. Four Years hfaion lay 2 5 Years Slatz' Year Cross Years

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Page 22 . The BLACK and ORANGE . 1947 1 AUGUSTUS K. FORREST, JR. tGusl l Gus is that quiet, unassuming fellow who came to us from Andover. Although it takes time to know him, he has cemented many friends with his sharp sense of humor. One Year DIANNE FORREST CDi, Denal Cornfll Unifufrsity BRAINTREE Every morning when a sleek gray Cadillac rolls up the drive, we all know Dianne has arrived. Dena is quite a whiz at her studies, even overstepping the sophomore year to be with us. She is one in a million, being the only girl in the class who has mastered Physics. VVe'll see you in Cornell, Di. Year Book rg Theta Alpha rg Glee Club rg Orchestra 4, 2. Dramatics Committee 2, Chemistry Club 22 G. A. A. 2, xg Bad- minton 4.g Basket Ball 4, Honor Roll 4, 2. Three Years JOSEPH L. GALLAGHER Uoel Gforgfto-wr: QUINCY Presenting the best-dressed man of 747. joe's attempts to he late are always futile, for he man- ages to skim into room II just before the bugle blows. Knowing Joe is an expert skier, we wonder why he wants to go South to Georgetown. Student Council 45 Year Book rg Dance Committee 25 Football 4. Four Years GEORGE EDVVARD GERRISH Sprinyfrld Wesr HANovEu We were indeed lucky that George came to Thayer and played football. He certainly crashed through when we were in a tight spot. George is superb on the athletic field. Football rg Basket Ball xg Track I. One Year JOANNA LOUISE GIBSON 1101 Bradford Junior Collrgr' S'roUcHToN Joanna, Stoughton's contribution to T. A., has been Z1 quiet and unobtrusive addition to our classy T yet she has definitely added something to it. Apparently Jo does not consider History a mystery. Theta Alpha IQ Art rg Archery rg Tennis rg Honor Roll 1. Two Years

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Page 24 . . The BLACK and ORANGE . 1947 MARGERY ANN HELLER LMargiel Br-afurr Collrgc BRocK'roN Margie, hailing from Brockton, is very quiet in the classroom but our little birdie has informed us that during the summer vacation she Urunsl' a Summer Camp. Theta Alpha IQ Glee Club IQ Current Events 2. Two Years ROBERT VAN NESS HOLLAND lDutchJ Prinfclon VVOLLASTON Bob has been with us for only a year, but it did not take him that long to make the favorable im- pression he is leaving behind. He is a good athlete, a good student, and a good fellow. VVe wish him good luck. Baseball 1, Football I. One Year PATRICIA FLORENCE JOHNSON QPatJ Simmnnx VVOI.I.AS'l'ON VVith Latin as her favorite subject and knitting as her hobby, Pee Wee keeps busy, we hear. The nursing profession will welcome her after her Simmons course, we know. Theta Alpha rg Science Club 35 Tennis 1 Two Years LAURAINE ANN KEEFE fLorriej Businesx Sfhool MIQRRYMOU NT Lorrie is the class of l47lS proof positive that good things come in little packages. A staunch Merrymounter, a friend to all and a really good sport. There would have been something missing without Lorrie to liven up the day. Theta Alpha 1. Two Years DONALD ALEXANDER KENNEDY QDonJ Ilarfvard Scx'rUA'ru VVhen in an argumentative mood, disagree with ' Ken. He thoroughly enjoys a hot discussion, and we admit he's good. English classes with a word from Ken are sure to be bright. Who knows but that future years may see Ken active in U. N. councils? Year Book rg Orchestra 2, Honor Roll 2, IQ CUM LAUDE. Two Years