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

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ARLENE MEYER “Candy” General Vigilance 2; Spanish Club 1; Biology Club 2; Senior History Club 4 “Candy cuts the nicest figure in the senior class and it’s no coincidence that she plans to go on into the designing field after leaving these hallowed portals. VIRGINIA DARE MICHELIN “Ginny” General Glee Club 1. 2; Spanish Club 1. 2; Photography Club 1, 2, 3. 4; History Club 1. “Ginny’s lovely hair and pleasant smile are a part of life at school. Her natural grace has helped in her dancing and twirling. Have fun and don’t forget us, “Ginny ! MARILYN MINER “Lynn” College Departmental Honors 1. 2, 3; Vigilance 1; Tiger Twirler 1, 2, 3. Wherever there’s Lynn,” there’s Pat. Her laugh and mischievous grin have proven her one of our fun-loving seniors. “Lynn’s knack for getting in and out of confusing situations is well-known, plus her winning personality. She is certain to come out on top. LORETTA MIRANDA “Rett’ Business French Club 1; Vigilance 2; Class Vice-President 2; Nominating Committee 3; President 4; Assembly Committee 2; Junior Prom Committee. “Rett is our capable class president. She is noted for her streak of stubborness, and sense of humor, both of which should reap a full harvest for her as she sows the seeds to become a secretary. MILDRED MOMM “Chubby” Business Junior Math Club 1; French Club 2; Photography Club 2. 3. 4; Hilltop Reporter 3; Pupil Leader 4; Fieldball 1. 2; Basketball 1; Baseball 1. 2. “Chubby’s sparkling laughter and enthusiastic approach to anything she does, makes her outstanding. She is a staunch Bulk-eley rooter and a mighty good scout. Photography is her hobby. After graduating, she will become a secretary. If she doesn’t marry, she would like to enter the political field with the Presidency as her aim. JEANNE MONAHAN “Curly” Business French Club 1, 2; Glee Club 1; Drama Club 1; Twirling 2. 3; Vigilance 2; Senior History Club 4; Legenda Assistant 4. Jennie's Irish looks and temper match her pert smile and naturally curly hair. A staunch Brooklyn Dodger fan and another prize package of the Business Department, Jeanne gets our big approval and best wishes.

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JEAN CATHERINE MARTHERS “Jeanie General Science Club 1; Biology Club 2; Glee Club 1; French Club 2, 3; Junior Citizen’s Council 3. 4. Cooking and sewing seem to be two of Jean’s favorite pastimes. She and Joan McDonald are another set of inseparables. Your lively laughter will always keep you on the top, Jeanie. joan McDonald “Joanie” College Glee Club 1; French Club 1, 2. 3; Drama Club 1; Vigilance 2; Senior History Club 4; Junior Citizen’s Council 4; Honor Court 3; Hilltop 2; Junior Prom 3; Volleyball 1, 2, 3; Basketball 2; Departmental Honors 1, 2, 3; Honor Pass 4; Legenda Staff 4. Joan, one of the tallest in the Class, takes an active interest in all that goes on in school. Notice her lovely hair and eyes. BARBARA LEE MATTESON “Bob” “Barbs” College Glee Club 1; Math Club 1; Latin Club 2; Spanish Club 3; Biology Club 1; Better Yet Club Council 2. 3; Basketball 1; Badminton 1, 3; Junior Prom Committee 3; Departmental Honors 1. 3; Legenda Staff 4; Class Secretary 4. “Barbs” has a definite love for Cape Cod and plans to retire there in her old age. She is noted for her smile and sense of humor and is surely slated for much success in the future. PAULA McGINLEY College Class President 1; Drama Club 1, 4; Glee Club 1; Spanish Club 2. 3, 4; Junior Citizen’s Council President 3, 4; Vigilance 2. 3; Hilltop Editor 2; Assistant Hilltop Editor 3; Better Yet Club Council 1; Library Club 1; Legenda Editor 4; Junior Tea Committee; Junior Prom Committee. If there is anyone who possesses the potential attributes to become the first female Presisdent of the U.S., our Paula is that person. GINA MAZZUCA “Teenie” College Jagat Club 1; Senior Math Club 3; Spanish Club 2, 3; Biology Club 2; Library Club 2; Photography Club 2, 3, 4; Assembly Committee 2, 3; Junior Prom Committee 3; Senior History Club 4; Junior Citizen’s Council 4; Legenda 4. Her laugh, her chatter, her expressions of “Oo—dee” and “How cute” all add to the impression of perpetual motion that Gina gives one. “Tennie’s” aims are high, her daring unequalled by many. She’ll make a grand interior decorator. JOANNE METCALF “Jo-jo” Business Math Club 1; Spanish Club 2; Fieldball 1, 2, 3; Basketball 3; Baseball 1, 2. Joanne’s good-natured way of going through life is something to take heed of. Those tiny wrinkles about her eyes are from laughing—may she never have cause to frown.

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ANITA MONTALI “Neet” College EVELYN MONTEITH Evvie” “Lynn” Business DOROTHY MORGAN “Dot tie” Business Vigilance 1, 2; Photography Club 1, 2. 3, 4; Nominating Committee 1; Fieldhall 1, 2. 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Volleyball 1, 2, 3. 4; Baseball 1, 2, 3. 4; Field Day 1, 2, 3, 4; Varsity Baseball 2; Spanish Club 1, 2, 3; Hilltop 2, 3; A.A. President 4. Anita not only is A.A. President, but a staunch supporter of all sports. Photography beckons her! Be seeing you on top, “Neet.” Math Club 1; Glee Club 1; Vigilance 3. “Evvie” is one of the sweetest girls in the class. Her friendtt-ness makes everyone feel at ease. Here’s another girl whose theme song might be considered BILL.” Take good care of him, “Evvie!” French Club 1, 2; Biology Club 2; Vigilance 3, 4; Fieldhall 2; Baseball 2, 3; Legenda Staff 4. “Dottie”, a sincere friend to all who know her, can always be depended upon to help with any number of committees. “Dot's” good nature and quick smile will guarantee a bright and sunny future. FLORABELL NASH “Flo” College Drama Club 1; Glee Club 1; Math Club 1; Spanish Club 1, 2; Choir 2, 3. 4; Legenda Staff 4. “Flo” is perpetually finding something good in everything bad. At the present moment her burning desire is to learn to drive. Beware, motorists! Flo,” if you ever do live in California, save room for us! MARGARET NAUTA “Ducky” Business Basketball; Fieldball; Volleyball; Baseball; Drama Club 1; Junior Prom Committee; Hilltop 3; Senior History Club 4; Legenda Editor 4; Tiger Twirler 1, 2, 3. 4. “Ducky’s” smiling personality and sense of humor have endeared her to us. She is active in all sports, ready to take part in any activity, and her good nature is hard to equal. JOAN O BRIEN “Obbie” Business Volleyball 2, 3, 4; Fieldball 3. 4; Junior Citizen's Council 4; Senior History Club 4; Departmental Honors 2, 3, 4; Hilltop 3; Honor Pass 4; Legenda Editor 4; Tiger Twirler 1, 2, 3, 4. We can always count on Joan for up-to-date information on the latest doings in sports. Her dependability is something we should all like to have. To be a secretary is her ambition. No doubt she will be capable and successful.