Williams Memorial Institute High School - Legenda Yearbook (New London, CT)

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PAULA DORIS DELATIZKY Shorty” Commercial Jagat Club 1; History Club 1; Glee Club 1; Drama Club 1, 2, 3, 4. “Shorty” has earned a name at VV.M.I. of being quite an actress. We expect someday to find her name on Broadway in lights one foot high. MARY ANN CATHERINE DEM BEK Commercial Folk Festival 1; Field Day 2. Mary is working hard now to fit herself for a position in an office. We’re sure her employer will feel fortunate for receiving a competent helper. LOUISE WINIFRED DEMPSEY “Lou” College Jagat Club 1; Mathematics Club 4; Play Day 2; Latin Club 2, 3; Volleyball 2, 3. 4; B.Y.C. Council 2. 3; Chairman 3; Soccer 3; Basketball 3, 4; Junior Tea; German Club 3, 4; Soft Ball 3; Honor Court Justice 3; Chief Justice 4; Departmental Honors 3, 4. During her four years at W.M.I. “Lou” has served us, both in student government and in sports. “Lou’s” friendly smile, together with her fairness, has helped her greatly as Chief Justice. ROSALIE ANN DeNOIA “Dee” Commercial History Club 1; Mathematics Club 2; Biologv Club 2; French Club 2, 3. “My one interest is dancing”, says “Dee,” and we know that if she could dance 24 hours a day she would. Maybe we have Fred Astaire’s future partner in our midst! Who knows? ROSE CONCETTA D’EUFEMIA Ro” Commercial Choir 1; Orchestra 1; Folk Festival 1. “Ro” is a very quiet and sensitive person. Her ability to sew, cook, and do other domestic work is sure to help make her a good wife and mother some day. 25

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GEORGIANNA JANE CROWE Georgie General Basketball 4; Mathematics Club 4; History 4. Introducing one-half of our unidentical twins, Georgianna Crowe! Besides collecting stamps and caring for animals, “Georgie” often indulges in her favorite sport, horseback riding,—and a splendid equestrian she is! SUZANNA AUDREY CROWE Sue College Volleyball 2; French Club 2, 3, 4; Legenda Biography Staff 3; Departmental Honors 4. “Sue” and “Georgie” came to W.M.I. from New York two and a half years ago and have been a welcome addition to the class. Charming, with a lovely soft speaking voice, “Sue” is a sincere friend. MARY AGNES CUDDY College History Club 1; Latin Club 2, 3; Junior Tea Committee; French Club 2, 3, 4; Departmental Honors 2; Mathematics Club 4. Mary is planning to become a school-marm. A good student and dependable worker, she should make an excellent one. Perhaps we’ll send our children to your little red school house, Mary. DOROTHY MAE CUMMINGS Volleyball 2. College Too-Tuo” Dorothx is another girl who stays in the background most of the time. She, too, hopes to begin working for a nurse’s cap soon. NORMA EMMA DECKER Deck Commercial Volleyball 1, 2, 3; Softball 1, 2, 3; Basketball 2, 3; Athletic Association Secretary and Treasurer 3; Class Treasurer 2; Nominating Committee 2; Junior Tea Committee 3; Biology Club 2; Legenda Photography Editor; Departmental Honors I, 2, 3, 4. “Deck” will always be remembered by us for her outstanding athletic ability. She has made many a “hit” with her friends, as well as on the baseball field. Thanks to Norma’s work, the photography in the ’43 Legenda helps to make our yearbook the best yet. 24

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MARILYN C. DeVVOLF General Dee Glee Club 1; Spanish Club 3. Fun-loving “Dec” is always a safe bet to provide plenty of amusement for us all. There is seldom a dull moment when she is around. Marilyn’s blonde hair reflects her sunny nature. BEATRICE LEE DeYVOLFE Bea” General French Club 2; English Club 3; History Club 4; Departmental Honors 4. We’re looking forward to the day we can stop in at “DcWolfe’s Beauty Salon.” We have already seen some of her work, and it speaks for itself. Beatrice isn’t fickle—she says that as long as she can remember she has wanted to he a hairdresser. Best of luck, “Bea”! MARIAN ANN DiPAULO “Dee-Dee” Commercial Vigilance Department 3. Marian is another senior with dancing feet. She says, “I may end up as a saleslady.” Is this from choice, or are you a pessimist, Marian ? GRACE FAYE DODSON “Peggy” Commercial Junior Prom Committee; History Club 4. As “Peggy” has worked after school, she hasn’t had much time for extra-curricular activities. She is one of our engaged seniors. CATHERINE ANN DRISCOLL College Glee Club 1; Folk Festival 1; History Club 1; Play Day 1; Mathematics Club 2, 4; Field Ball 2, 4; German Club 2; German Club Secretary 3; German Club Vice-President 4; Soccer 2; Softball 3; Volleyball 3; Junior Prom Committee; Junior Tea Committee; Class Secretary 3; Legenda Circulation Board; Vigilance Department 3, 4; Departmental Honors 3. We admire Catherine for being conscientious and thorough in everything she undertakes. She is always ready to co-operate in any venture. 26