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

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JOAN EGELAND “Joanie” College Departmental Honors 1, 2, 3; Jagat Club 1; Biology Club 2; Latin Club 2; Glee Club 1; Orchestra and Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Choir 4; All State Band 2, 3, 4. “Joanie” sings, and plays the trombone and piano. If her pet daydream comes true, we may someday hear her playing her trombone in a Symphony Orchestra! We’ll be watching. BARBARA ESKRIDGE “Barby” College Departmental Honors 1, 2, 3, 4; Better Yet Club 1; Class Treasurer ; Assembly Committee 3, 4; Honor Court 4; Glee Club; Field Day 2; Latin Club 3, 4; French Club 1, 2, 3, 4. The gifts of the gods were liberally bestowed upon “Barby, along with a ready smile, poise, delightful speaking voice and intellect plus. Her plans include college, travel and a career. SHIRLEY FERN “Shirt” College Drama Club 4; Glee Club 1; Math Club 1; Spanish Club 1, 2, 3; Better Yet Club Council 2; Biology Club 2; United States Student Assembly 3; Honor Pass 1, 2, 3, 4; Legenda 4. Shirley’s red hair, congenial smile and enviable grades have made her outstanding in the class. She plans to major in Sociology in college, and travel a little before she settles down. Best in the world to you! ELEANOR FERRO “Ellie” Business CELESTE FORTIN “Little one” General JACQUELINE GAINES “Jackie” Business Science Club 1; Vigilance 2, 3; Senior History Club 4; Hilltop 2, 3; Photography Club 2; Field-ball 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Volleyball 1. 2, 3; Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Varsity Baseball 2. 3; Legenda Circulation Manager 4. “Ellie”, one of the class athletes, wants to become a physical education instructor. Her truly hearty laugh, competence and dependability are sure to prove assets in future years. Good luck Ellie, keep pitching—you’re sure to win. Library Club 1; Photography Club 2, 3; Projection Club 3; Senior History Club 4. Noted for her lovely brown eyes and her outstanding characteristic of loyalty to an ideal, Celeste is one of the sweetest girls in the class. She hopes some day to become a super deluxe hairdresser. We’re more than sure she’ll get there. Glee Club 1; Biology Club; Junior Citizen’s Council; Senior History Club; United States Student Assembly; Science Club. Where did that giggle come from? That’s right! You’ve guessed it, “Jackie!” A movie fan from way back, and a potential interior decorator, good natured, friendly, Jackie will always meet the future with a smile.

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JANET CRANDALL Cranny” General MERNA DAVIES College BEATRICE DEBIASI “Beaty” General Science Club 1; Glee Club 1; Spanish Club 1. 2; Biology Club 2; Junior Tea 3; Field Day 3; Vigilance 4; Class Treasurer 4; Legenda 4. We find “Cranny” and her gay manner and ready laugh actively participating in all school doings. May your life always be full of the love and laughter you have given us. Vigilance 1; Informal Dance Committee 1; Nominating Committee 1; Class Treasurer 1; Class Secretary 2; Math Club 1; Drama Club 1; Glee Club 1; Hilltop 3; Junior Citizen’s Council 4; Senior History Club 4; Departmental Honors 1, 2, 3, 4; Legenda 4. Merna’s ability {o get along with anyone and her naturally charming manner have made her an outstanding member of the Class of '48. Not only is her competence an outstanding characteristic but also her love of a good time. Science Club 1; Spanish Club 1, 2; Biology Club 2; Glee Club 1; Jagat Club 1; Hilltop 3; Legenda 4. Big velvet eyes, “peaches and cream” complexion, plus a sunny disposition are “Beaty.” She is full of fun, a ready companion for a good time. “Beaty” hopes to go to Junior College and then into business for herself. Ambitious? Certainly! JOSEPHINE DIMAGGIO “Jo” Business Glee Club 1; Vigilance 3; French Club 1, 2; Drama Club 2; Photography Club 2. One of the tiniest girls in the class, Jo has learned when to play and when to work and her ambition to be a legal secretary is a worthwhile one. We envy those long, lovely eyelashes! Never change, Jo! LUCY DIMAGGIO “Lou” Business French Club 1. 2; Glee Club 1; Math Club 1; Senior History Club 4; J.C.C.; Photography Club Never a dull moment when fun-loving, carefree “Lou’s” around, with her witty remarks. Her fondness for roller skating and dancing keep her occupied most of her spare time. May you achieve all that you hope for. Heres to you, Lou. MARY LU DOUTON “Sis” College Jagat Club 1; Twirling 2, 3. Here’s a girl with big ideas. Not only does she want to be a successful nurse, but she also wants to travel to Europe. We’re looking forward to being able to say “we knew her when.”

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ANNE GARVEY College BARBARA GEER Business GRACE GEOFFREY “Gray College German Club 2, 3, 4; Library Club 2. 3, 4; Junior Citizen’s Council 3. Ann is here, then gone. Although she’s at Junior College taking a pre-medical course, she still comes to the “hilltop,” for more English. Your ambition might well be an example for us all. Glee Club 1; Science Club 1; Biology 1; Art Service 3; Vigilance 2; Baseball 2, 3; Volleyball 2; Field Day 2, 3; Senior History Club 4. We can always depend on Barbara to help in every way possible. A lover of sports, she also finds time for the quiet pastime of reading. French Club 3, 4; Vigilance 2, 4; Badminton 2; Departmental Honors 1, 2, 3, 4; Junior Tea; Junior Prom. Grace’s sunny disposition, twinkling eyes and friendly smile have won us all. She loves a good time but is also a capable student. After graduation “Gray” plans to become a nurse. We know she will be a grand one. RITA GIAMPETRO “Reel Ree College MURIEL GOLDBERG College MABEL GRAVES “May” Business Basketball 1, 2, 3. 4; Field Ball 3, 4; Baseball 3; Volleyball 1, 2, 3, 4; Field Day 3; Latin Club 1, 2; French Club 1, 2, 3; Senior History Club 4; Vigilance 3, 4; Junior Prom Committee 3; Le-genda Sports Editor 4. She didn’t join us until her Junior year, but “Reet”immediately became a part of W.M.I. Her athletic abilities, her intelligence, and her winning ways make her one of the most popular in the class. Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4; Hilltop 2; Latin Club 2; French Club 2, 3; United States Student Assembly 3. Muriel is famed for her ability as a violinist and her love of music. Nevertheless, she wants to become a nurse. Whatever you do, you will do it well. Departmental Honors 1, 2, 3, 4; Better Yet Club 1; Assembly Committee 2; Orchestra and Band 1, 2, 3, 4; State Music Festivals 2, 3. 4; New England Music Festival 2; All-State Band 2; All-State Orchestra 4. May” has pert curls, cute dimples and a beautiful soprano voice. Playing the trombone and piano are among her many accomplishments. She is well liked by all.