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

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JOAN BELOFF College Glee Club 1; Science Club 1; Spanish Club 2; Hilltop Art 2; Vigilance 3; Legenda 4. Possessor of a lovely wardrobe, Joan has won our admiration. Her whimsical mannerisms and ready laughter have endeared her to the entire class. NANCY BERRY 'Wan College Honor Pass 1. 2, 4; Legenda Assistant 4; Spanish Club 4; Latin Club 4; Junior Citizen Council 4; Library Club 4; Glee Club 1. Orchestra Club 1. and Band 1, 2, 3, 4. Choir 4. All State Band 2, Music Festival 2. 3. Nancy's familiar smile and cheerful “O K.” have won her many friends. Between teaching, her chosen profession, and visiting every state in the Union, her favorite dream, she has a busy and profitable life ahead of her. CLAIRE BIBIK “Cluckie” Business Spanish Club 4. Claire, a firm supporter of the New York Yankees, is one of those envied tall girls in the class. She will be a secretary, and, no doubt, a good one! BARBARA BLANOS “Babs College MARILYN BOGEMA “Bogie” Business BEVERLY BRESKOVICS “Bev” Business Vigilance 1; French Club 2, 3; Latin Club 2, 3; Senior History Club 4. Basketball 3; Volleyball 3; Baseball 3; Secretary Athletic Association 4. Honor Pass 3; Legenda Typing Assistant 4; Senior History Club 4. Bab’s wide and varied interests provide her with knowledge of many, many things. Pharmacy is going to be Bab’s occupation in the years to come. An unusual position for an unusual girl! “Bogie” came to us from Kalamazoo, Michigan, in her Junior year. With a radiant smile on her face and her engaging personality, she’s a perfect combination for success here at W.M.I. and anywhere at any time. “Bev” is our choice for “Most Demure.” Her willingness to work will help her climb the ladder of success rapidly. Her sweet manner is one of her great assets.

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ELIZABETH ANDERSON “Toby Betty General Informal Dance Committee 3. Here's Toby with a yen for ice skating. Yale, and a career as a hairdresser deluxe. She’s as inseparable from “Pecky” as the day is long and just as happy. A grand senior! STELLA ANDREWS College Library Club 1; Glee Club 1, Orchestra 1. 2; Better Yet Club; Latin Club 3; Legenda Assistant 4; Senior History Club 4; Departmental Honors 1, 2. 3. If you’re looking for an argument turn around when you hear “Oh Golly! There you’ll find Stella ready to oblige with the pros and cons. Actually she is very well liked by all. LOUISE ASHTON Betty” College Junior Math. Club 1; Spanish Club 2. 3. 4; Vigilance 2; Better Yet Club 3; Departmental Honors 3. Someday your child may be in Miss Ashton's English class. Yet Betty’s admiration for Katherine Cornell and her leaning toward the music of Jerome Kern, may lead to the stage. Wherever your path may go, never lose that smile! LILLIAN BACHESE College MARION BATTAGLIA Mare General BARBARA BELCHER Barbs General Glee Club 1. 2; Jagat Club. Lillian, quiet on the surface is mischievous within. Where does she find the time for homework, working, dancing and movies? With such stamina she should whi . through nursing school and receive her treasured R.N. in no time. Marion’s beautiful and intriguing brown eyes have been the envy of more than one senior. Friendly and sincere, ‘‘Mare’’ seems to get along with everyone. Her sedate demeanor will be an asset to her as a bookkeeper after graduation. Spanish Club; Vigilance 2. 3; Photography Club 1. 2; Senior History Club; Tiger Twirler 1. 2, 3. 4; Fieldball 3. ‘‘Barb's ’ bangs and ready smile mark her as one of the nicest girls in the class. Her love of football and good times have proven her to be an all-round girl. We’re sure she will do wonderful things.

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I JEAN BROWNE College Math Club 1. 3; French Club 1. 2. 3; Science Club 1. 3; Library Club 2. 3. 4; Biology Club 3; Junior Citizen’s Council 4; Senior Math Club 4. Jean's long brown hair is the envy of everyone. However, she doesn’t want to be a model for Breck Shampoo but rather a teacher of Math, or History. Her natural aptitude for these subjects certainly aids her. We expect the best of you, Jean. JANE CHAPIN “Janie” College Honor Court 1; Better Yet Club Council 1; Glee Club 1; Drama Club 1; Informal Dance Committee 1; Stage Crew 1; Junior Prom Committee 3; Senior History Club 4; Legenda. Whenever you hear “Ah bet chah” there’s Janie. Though widely read and a lover of good times, she also finds time to work and work hard, so we know she’ll succeed. ESTHER BRYDEN General Glee Club 1; Choir 2; Vigilance 2; Hilltop 2; French Club 2; Feature Editor Legenda 4; Junior Citizen’s Council 4 Gay manner, sparkling blue eyes, an infectious giggle, and a definite air of independence are Esther. Her love of adventure and interest in people will certainly aid her in being an airline hostess. Your smile is your four-leaf clover, Esther. MARY JANE CHAPMAN College Class Secretary 1; Drama Club 1; Class President 2; Better Yet Club 1. 2; Chair. Junior Prom 3; Nominating Committee 1, 2. 3; Hilltop 2; Junior Tea 3; Departmental Honors 1. 2, 3. 4; Junior Citizen’s Council 3. 4; Legenda Photography Editor 4. She should be one of two things, a housewife or a congresswoman. There's Mary Jane’s personality in a nutshell! She has a “slight” weakness for the King Cole Trio and navy blue. Good luck to Mary Jane best described by her favorite word—terrific! BARBARA CASEY “Barb” Business Vigilance 1 ; Senior History Club 4 Music, both modern and classical. hath charms for Barb”, we're told. Immediately after high school Barb” will become a bookkeeper; but she is anxiously awaiting the time when she can put her love of sewing and cooking to practice. PATRICIA CLARE “Pat” College Junior Citizen’s Council Treasurer 3; Glee Club 1. 2; Jagat Club 1; Biology Club 2; Vigilance 3; Senior History Club 4 Listen to Pat with her soft, sweet voice and Bostonian accent. She goes in for music, the theater, and counselling at summer camps. Here’s to the lass with the Delicate Air.”