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

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BEVERLY GRIMES Fuzzey” College Vigilance 1; Glee Club 1; Projection Club 2, 3; Biology 2; Better Yet Club 2; Departmental Honors 1, 3; Honor Pass 2; Le-genda 4. “Bev’s” versatility is proven by the fact that she was a waitress last summer in Maine. She plans to become a professor in either Math or English. What can such a person have but success? We’re behind you, “Bev”! PATRICIA EVON GRISWOLD “Pat” “Peg” Business Senior History Club 4; Legenda 4; Vigilance 4; Field Ball 4; Junior Tea 3. Pat came to us from Tech in her Junior year, and in a short time proved herself a grand person. She excels in sports and swimming and is always ready for a good time. May all your dreams come true! HELEN GRUSKIN “Red” College Departmental Honors 2, 3, 4; Spanish Club 3; Hilltop 3; Legenda 4. Helen came to us from the Big Town—N.Y.C. and immediately won a place for herself among the members of '48. Eleanor Roosevelt is her example of the ideal woman. A worthy model for a worthy girl. WINIFRED GUERIN “Winnie” General Glee Club 1; Science Club 1; Biology Club 2; Sub-Freshman Day Committee 2; Junior Tea 3. As yet, Winnie hasn’t decided what she wants to do, but judging from her record here at school, there is no doubt that she will have little trouble, in whatever she may decide upon. Good Luck, Winnie! CYNTHIA HAIGH “Cindy” College Glee Club 1; Vigilance 2; French Club 2, 3, 4; Honor Court 3. “Cindy’s” inimitable laugh is one characteristic that we’ll never forget. We also admire her lovely blonde pageboy, her trim wardrobe. and her knowledge of fine music and books. She is bound to succeed. GLADYS HAMILTON “Hammy” College Departmental Honors 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 1; Science Club 1; Jagat Club 1; Hilltop 2; Biology Club 2; Projection Club 2; Vigilance 2, 3; Junior Tea 3; Spanish Club 3, 4; Senior Math Club 3, 4; Legenda 4; Field Day 2, 3. “Hammy,” whose favorite expression is “we frown upon that, ho! ho!,” is famous for being inseparable from “Cranny” and “Bea.” She plans to become a science teacher — perhaps at W.M.I. some day.

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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.

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MAUREEN HANEY Renie” General Glee Club 1; Biology Club 2; Junior Citizen’s Council 3; Vigilance 2. Always with a grin and a gay word in passing. Maureen is certainly a grand person. Never let that twinkle disappear from those lovely blue eyes! JUNE HANK “Chick” College Vigilance 4 June was called “Chick” by her friends at the high school she attended before coming to W.M.I. this year. It’s easy to see why the skies should have no limit for another of our potential stewardesses because of her charm and personality. NELLIE HEALY “Nell College Glee Club 1; Jagat Club 1; Bi-ology Club 1. Nellie's eyes bring to mind “When Irish Eyes Are Smiling” and hers always are! If you ever need a competent nurse and a jollv one, “Nell” will be the one to call. We think that she’ll be ideal! Keep smiling, won’t you? MINNA HOMOLA “Min” Business Glee Club 1; German Club 2; Nominating Committee 2, 3; Le-genda Staff 4. Minna, who is always ready to make us laugh, has a rare talent for putting everyone at ease. Not only is Minna one of our most popular seniors, but an apt student also. Life will hold nothing but success for “Min.” BARBARA HULL “Barby” “Bobs” College BARBARA HUME “Bob” Business Drama Club 1, 2; French Club 1, 2, 3; Glee Club 1; Junior Tea 3; Better Yet Council 3; Latin Club 4; Departmental Honors 1. 3. Our “Barbs” is a “Kitten on the Keys.” She’s cute as a kitten and oh!—the way she plays! A math scholar and a very accomplished horsewoman, we know that “Babs” will go a long way, with all these qualities. Drama Club 1; Vigilance 3, 4; Departmental Honors 3; Senior History Club 4. Barbara is always interested in her studies. Her helpful spirit has won her many friends. She loves books and is interested in the theater. We feel confident “Bob” will succeed in whatever field she may choose.