Vergennes Union High School - Blue and White Yearbook (Vergennes, VT)

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BLUE AND WHITE 7 Bette Ruth Bristol “Youth, beauty, graceful action seldom fail, But common interest always will prevail.” Every class must have one blonde siren, and Bette furnishes ’36 with theirs. But Bette isn’t fickle as most siren are, for she seems perfectly satisfied with the one and only. And why shouldn’t she, Ken? Her well known giggle and bubbling personality will be much missed factors at V. H. S. in the years to come. More power to you, Bette! Norma Alberta Bristol “Romeo, oh! Romeo! Wherefore art thou Romeo?” Moonlight and Roses! Here’s the Juliet of East Street. Norma is known for her giggle, long English themes, and devotion—no—not to English ! She, like Cousin Bette, seems to be of stable and unfickle temperament. But perhaps constancy is the wisest course. At any rate, Norma exemplifies it perfectly! Best wishes, Norma! Pauline Thelma Burgey “La donna e mobile.” Being tall is a blessing, when you can put it to as good an advantage as Pauline has when Vergennes’ score was trailing in basket ball games, and the spectators began shouting, “We want Burgey.” When the team on the floor saw Pauline take off her sweater, they all heaved a sigh of relief. For when she got the ball in her hands, there was no stopping its flight through the hoop. She just couldn’t be reached. Besides this athletic skill, Pauline possesses a contagious sense of humor which will be sadly missed by all. in years to come. Happy days, Pauline! Myrtle Alice Burt “Some think the world is made for fun and frolic, And so do I!” Wherever you see Pauline. Myrt is not far behind, so it’s natural that her name should follow Pauline’s alphabetically. Myrt is one of these girls who are so quiet and demure, outwardly. But we see you yawning in Study Hall, Myrt. Don’t try to kid us! Myrt is always on hand when it comes to School Activities, though, and she'll be greatly missed next year All Good Wishes, Myrt! Susie Mabel Carpenter . “For smiles from reason flow”— We don’t quite see how the class, or Supt. Patterson’s office is going to get along without Susie. On the darkest days one has only to come within hailing distance to be cheered up immensely. And add to this a sense of humor, an uncanny ability in Algebra, an admirable stick-to-it-iveness, and you have the result—Susie. Best Wishes, Susie! Beatrice Joan Casey “Laugh, and the world laughs with you.” Laughter is Jo’s middle name! It’s what makes her world go round! And when she gets to be the eminent surgeon she hopes to be, you may be sure she’ll never cut out anyone’s laughing apparatus, for without that they’d be no good to her. But she does have serious thoughts once in a while. If you don’t believe it. look up her scholastic record which proclaimed her Salutatorian. And when the fightin’ Irish guards, Kenyon and Casey, began work on a basket ball team—the rest had better look out! Smooth sailing, Jo!

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6 VERGENNES HIGH SCHOOL CLASS ROLL John Carroll Ball Kathleen Grace Belden “A man he seems of cheerful yesterdays, and confident tomorrows.” Somewhere behind that engaging grin may be found a Senior of quiet demeanor while in school, but who, after 3:15, suddenly blossoms out into anything but the shy lad he seems at first glance. But for all his pranks he is a very valuable member of our crew. Good Luck, Jack! Kenneth Carroll Barney “A little nonsense now and then Is relished by the wisest men.” “Aw, he can’t even wiggle his ears.” In case you’re wondering at that statement it does not refer to his auditory organs, but is the always forgotten line in the Senior play. Ken is one of those good natured sailors in demand for everything, from basket ball and base ball to being an authority on the territory on the opposite side of the river. Cheerio, Ken! Maynard Oliver Barrows “Where looks are merchandise And smiles are sold.” Maynard is the boy who just has to be begged for a smile, but when you finally get it—it was worth all the trouble. And those eyes—they certainly made a hit in “Bab.” And being leading man is not the only kind of hit little Myanard is known for, either—for he has done some mighty hitting and fielding for V. H. S. Best Wishes, Maynard! “Cookery has become an art—a noble science.” Kay appears to be one of those shy little girls for which the class of ’36 is famous—that is—until you know her. Then-—oh my! She is always on hand to help in Class activities—and her candy is known and sold wherever there is a candy sale. And when she grows too old to dream—well we won’t go into that—• All good wishes, Kay! Margaret Elouise Bodette “If I should be a queen tomorrow, I’d do this way.” Meg, with her regal air, is one of the mainstays of the class and it was those same queenly graces which helped her to a place in the Hall of Fame, for her portrayal of the debutante sister in “Bab.” As Secretary of the Senior Class, she should be complimented for keeping the records of the class straight. Happy Future, Meg! Margaret Evelyn Booth “Those move easiest who have learned to dance.” A more versatile lady cannot be found in the Senior Class, when it combs to physical endurance. For Marg can fly about classrooms all day, captain a winning basket ball team in the evening, and then dash off to outdance every other girl in the county for the rest of the night. But there are brains inside that riotous exterior, for Marg made Pro Merito, too. Good times ahead, Marg!

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8 VERGENNES HIGH SCHOOL Beatrice Millicent Cook “A merry heart maketh a cheerful countenance.” When the Senior Class has the blues they seem to turn to “Cookie”; she has a smile for even the darkest “situations” —pardon me. He may be a blonde (with very curly hair.) But upon necessity she can assume a dignified air—refer to Senior Play. Casually however, she reminds one of the Cheshire cat of “Alice in Wonderland”—the smile is the last thing to fade away. Cheerio, Bee! Clinton Garland Douglas “The dead of midnight Is the noon of thought.” The Class of ’36—or any class could well have many like Bob, active in all sports and school activities. However, 4 A. M. arrivals don’t speak too well for the next day’s game—witness the night he got lost near Chimney Point. Witness also his juvenile spirit, portrayed by the cigar smoking episode in “Bab.” Happy days, Bob! Hilton Vincent Forrest “Sport, that wrinkled care derides, And laughter holding both his sides.” ’36 wouldn’t be ’36 without Hilt. If you hear gales of laughter and see everyone gasping in a hysterical state, you may be sure that tall, dark, n’hand-some is somewhere near by. “And he has such pretty hair!” Only, don’t get within arm’s reach when you tell him so! Hilt is a swell fellow, even if he does have a time controlling a certain Irish lady, And in anything the crowd is planning—the quartet is always present—with Hilt clowning, as usual. Happy Days, Hilt! Lottie Rena Gates “The poet in a golden clime was born, With golden stars above.” Lottie, the poetess, has been with us only two years, but in that time has established herself firmly. She sees poetry in everything, with the exception of the class money bags, which she holds. And keeping the monetary affairs of our class straight is some task. Only a few days ago, we heard her asking Hilt what happened to the dollar used on a trip to Burlington “on business.” But they can’t kid the Treasurer. She knows the “Flynn.” Anyway; her mind is not all money or poetry. We hear she’s giving a certain Junior girl a lot of competition. Good Luck, Lottie! Bernice Carlene Hurlburt “Give to barrows, trays, and pans, Grace and glimmer of Romance.” No one ever saw Bernice feel badly until Stunt Nite, and then she sure turned on the waterworks for the benefit of the audience. She ranks A-l when it comes to being good natured. Bernice plans to study Home Economics next year, but as far as we know, she hasn’t decided whether it will be for professional or home use. All good wishes, Bernice! Mary Evelyn Husk “Wisdom married to immortal verse” Good things often are hidden beneath the most quiet of surfaces, and Evelyn proves the rule. She has all the essential qualities of a poet and dreamer, and yet, unlike most, she sees and attends to the practical side of life, also. She richly deserves her place as Honor Student, for her marks are the despair and envy of every one of her fellow students. Good luck, Evelyn!