Providence Technical High School - Review Yearbook (Providence, RI)

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1928 THE TECH REVIEW 13 JOHN BERNARDO COSTA Vir sapietis qui pauca loquitar Allow me to introduce .to you John Bernardo Costa. This quiet, conservative looking chap came to us four years ago from Taunton High School and has accom- plished much at Tech. “J. Bi” is on friendly terms with all of us. He has never taken part in athletics, but has participated in the collections. His motto is, “He is wise who talks but little.” J. B.’s favorite study is civics ( ?) but he admits he likes study periods. After graduation, Costa will enter the business world. MARY MONICA CRANE 2:30—And now Mary's favorite periods start. We are forced to admit abject failure in attempting to comprehend the functioning of her perpetual smile. Although competition has been high, we have to hand the laurels to Mary for the keenest sense of humor in the senior class. No situation is so serious, nor is any lecture so dull that she does not discern some target for her justly famous “wise cracks.” Of course, in the pursuit of pleasure, Mary had to sacrifice such minor things as too much study, but who of us will blame her? After graduation, Mary will devote her energy to the mastery of a business course. 4B Social Committee, '27; Home Room Alternate, '27. EARL SMITH CRAWFORD, JR. Earl’s career throughout his stay at Tech has been marked by the acquisition of a host of friends and of an enviable scholastic standing. He has attained to the Honor Society with but a nominal effort, and upon graduation intends to enroll at Northeastern. There he will pursue his favorite subject, electricity, with undoubted success. In addition to ranking high in his studies, Earl has been a regular devotee of socials and natatorial diversions for which his robust physique makes him eminently fit. Honor Society; Natators’ Club, ’28; Swimming Team, ’28; Ring Committee; Radio Club, ’25. ARTHUR JOSEPH CROWSHAW “Art” Here ladies and gentlemen is the wise man of the class. “Art” has more fun reading three or four vol- umes about Pithicanthropus Erectus than anybody could have attending the student dances. Art says that elec- tricity is his favorite subject and that reading deep philosophies is about the most interesting thing that a fellow can do. Art has not “gone in for” athletics but the teams have all had his liberal support. He is undecided about his future, but will probably pursue some form of engineering work.

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12 THE TECH REVIEW 1928 PACIFICO ANTONY COUCCI Four years ago Antony was dispatched to Tech with other Bridghamites. During his peregrinations at Tech, he lias become distinguished for his sterling worth. Although he stands well in his studies, Antony claims mathematics and physics as his favorites, lie has not been enticed into our social whirls, hut has been a “fan” of all athletic contests. Next September, An- tony will enter R. I. State, where he intends to specialize in civil engineering. WILMA ARDELL CONGDON “Willie” Happy, cheerful “Willie”! How many times she has enlivened us when we were sad, or teased us back into a pleasant frame of mind when we were angry. She likes to dance and has, along with “Max” and “Marty,” been to most class socials and student dances. She is quick in repartee, and can forestall dull, conversation. According to her, domestic art is her favorite pur- suit. We, however, are not convinced because we have seen her these four years rushing to the lunch room at noon. We all wish for Wilma a happy future. R. I. Honor Society. EDWARD GERARD CONWAY What Ho! Here’s “Stretch” Conway, better known as “Eddie” among the fair sex and one of the class con- tributors of noise. Gaze upon his countenance and read there the humor, intelligence and kindness that have endeared him to the hearts of his friends and elicited the admiration of all with whom he came in contact during his short stay at Tech. As President of the Dramatic Club, “Eddie” has to help make the plays successful as he did in “Adam and Eva.” “Eddie” intends to go to Worcester Polytech in the near future. Spanish Club, '26; Dramatic Club, '27, '28; Debating Society, '28; French Club. ’28: President Dramatic Club, '28; “Adam and Eva”; Publicity, “Romeo and Jane ; Senior Play, “Romeo and Jane.” IRVING HOWES COOK Yes, “Cookie” himself. Irving came to us fottr years ago from George J. West Grammar School. He is not a boisterous chap, but be can always be depended upon. He says machine shop calls forth his best ef- forts especially when he is pulling a lathe apart. Al- though he doesn’t attend all the socials, we are sure it’s not because he is bashful—? Next fall, we shall see Cookie’s name on the Freshman list at some college. Tech Hi-Y Club.

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14 THE TECH REVIEW 1928 JOHN EDWARD COOK “Cookie” “Cookie” came to Tech four years ago from way down south, East Greenwich. Since then, he has been one of the most active members of the class. John has more than clone his share toward athletics, both financi- ally and by actual participation. “Cookie” has religi- ously attended all socials and student dances in spite of the fact that the fairer sex does not interest him— much. After June, “Cookie” will spend his vacation down where the cows grow and the nearest neighbor comes visiting in a horse and buggy. In September, we shall find him further broadening his education at Kingston. Track, 25, ’26, '27, ’28; Student Council, ’25, ’26; Basket- ball, ’26. ’27; Tkch Review Board, ’27, ’28. WILLIAM FRANCIS CUMMINGS “Bill” “Bill” arrived from Norwood Grammar School and while tarrying with us he has proved that his brain has plenty of grey matter. Although “Bill” receives good marks in all his studies, he prefers mechanical drawing and “math.” Because of outside activities “Bill” has not become a noted athlete although he is a prompt contributor. He appreciates a good joke and has won regard because of his sunny disposition. Bill expects to enter R. I. State when he leaves Technical. French Club, '27, ’28; Athletic Collector, IB, 1A; Dramatic Club, ’28. HELEN LOUISE CUNNINGHAM Our Helen, the human question-box, is blessed with personality, and overflowing with geniality has acquired during her stay at Tech, a multitude of friends. Very soon, we realized the presence of a budding literary genius in our midst. Twas then Helen decided to lend her support to the 'l ech Review for which she has written some of the best stories we have had the pleasure of reading. “Happy” is best known for her ability to create mirth and to display a delightful sense of humor. After graduation she will enter some busi- ness college. Tech Review Board, '26, ’27, ’28; Debating Society, ’26, '27, ’28. CHARLES DEAN CURTIS “Charlie” “Charlie” came to Tech four years ago from a Grammar school in Connecticut. He was a very digni- fied Freshman (unusual). Throughout his course he retained that dignity, which, with his good word for everybody has brought him friends. Charlie had very little time to support athletics, although when it came to financial backing he was always prompt. He ex- l ects to enter the business world and he says, “If the world won’t give me a living, then I’ll make one.” Good luck, “Charlie,” wherever you go. R. I. Honor Society.