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

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1928 THE TECH REVIEW 23 MILDRED FRENCH “Paging Frenchie”—Versatilely, verve, and vivacity, plus the boy friend, all belong to her. Frenchie may be found in any of Tech’s licfds.ot activity. “Popular”? Unlimitedly. Shu is small enough to escape general attention, butt does she?—-ilot with that distinctive char- acter whid) -she fts essflf “Frcnchy” is undecided as to her fiftdre, bm niaVner | ath through life be board- crcd viin four leaf do vers! Rhode Island Honor Society: Swimming, 25, 26; Basketball, '25, 26, 27, 28: Captain, 25, 28: Debating Society, '27, ‘28; Dra- matic Club, '27, ‘28; Membership Committee, ‘27; Dramatic So- cial Committee, '27; Social Committee, 26, '27, ‘28; Secretary of 4A Class. INEZ MARGARET GEBHARD Inez has made her unostentatious way through Tech, forgetting her own difficulties in helping others out of theirs. She appears quiet, hut those of us who know her, say “Looks are deceiving.” Since she so often carries her English hooks home, you might guess that English was her favorite study, hut guess again.—Inez prefers French. Although we haven’t seen Inez at many student dances, she has attended our class socials. Next fall, Inez hopes to he climbing Francis St. Hill to R. I. C. E. French Club, 27. ‘28; Tkcu Rkvikw Board, ‘28. JOHN GEMMA Who’s that fellow with his wooden heels clogging along? Why, that’s John Gemma, better known to his friends as “Kid Dodge.” Chemistry and lunch are his favorite subjects. Hot Tamallc! how things do hum when “Kid Dodge” goes to the meetings of the Italian Club! He has not had much time for outside activities, but has supported them faithfully, and has been present at every student dance and social. Upon completion of his studies at Tech, “Kid Dodge” aspires to gain a place upon the roster of R. 1. State, Kingston. Italian Club, '26, '28. VINCENT GALLAGHER “Jimmie” Surely, you have noticed this quiet-mannered fellow strolling through the corridors looking very studious although he often makes plenty of noise with his friends, Coletti and Bryden. Well, he is none other than our friend “Jimmie,” who through his ability to “down” subjects has won himself a place in the Honor Society. “He’s a jolly good fellow,” as anyone im- mediately finds upon making his acquaintance. Next fall, Jim will seek further knowledge at R. I. State. Good Luck, “Jimmie.” Dramatic Club, ‘28; French Club, '27, ‘28; Program Com- mittee, ‘28; Soccer, '27, ‘28; Honor Society; Senior Play, Props.

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22 THE TECH REVIEW 1928 ER MINIO DAVID FERRARA You know folks, it’s this way. Herman came to Tech four years ago from Bridgham Grammar School. Always smiling and willing to hear good jokes, he has won many friends. It would he a shock not to see him with some sort of bright cravat. Although out- side activities have kept him busy.’ he can always he found at socials and student dances, inside and out- side of school. He intends to enter Brown to prepare for a law course at Boston University. ROBERT HENRY FILLMORE “Boh” Stop! Look! and Read! for if you do not, you will surely miss something. Friends, here we have “Bob,” one of our importations from the “East Side,” who came to us four years ago from Thayer Grammar. While at Tech, he has added to his ever lengthening list of friends, the names of both teachers and pupils. We are always sure to sec “Bob” at all the games and Tech’s social functions. Some higher institution will probably draft “Bob” after graduation. Glee Club, ’25, ’26, '27, ’28: Secretary, ’28; Home Room Rep- resentative 2A, 3B, 3A; Alternate, 4B; Student Council. HAROLD WILLIAM FLYNN Hail! Hail! Our “Honorable Class President.” A friend through “thick and thin.” “Harry’s” good nature and ever present smile have made him well known and well liked throughout Tech. Since enter- ing from the Henry Barnard School, “Harry” and “Denney” have been seen together at most of our socials and games. His cheery “Hi Duffy,” is a wel- come greeting. He has worked hard during his stab- at Tech and the best wishes of the class go with him when he enters Brown next fall. Class President, 4A; Tkcu Rf.view Board, '28; Home Room Representative, '26, '27; Class Basketball, ’27; Tech Hi-Y Club. OSCAR EMIL FREDERICK “Fred” Starting his career in George J. West, “Fred” was lured by the shop courses offered at Tech to come here. The two-thirtv hell has not meant the end of study for “Fred” lmt only an interruption in the day’s work. By placing business before pleasure, “Fred” has attained a high standing among his classmates who have found in him a loyal friend. While outside interests have interfered with his participation in athletics and at- tendance at social functions, “Fred” has contributed to their support generously. He will continue his career in the business world after graduation.

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24 THE TECH REVIEW 1928 LOUISE SE DORA GEORGE You might look over Louise’s head, because she is small, but you could not fail to observe her bright smile. Outside demands have not left her time for extra cur- ricula activities, but her share of school quotas has never been lacking. Louise is always seen with her inseparable chum Dot.” Tech reluctantly surrenders her to the business world. ARTHUR ELLINGWOOD GETZ Art” Art” spent bis Freshman year with us—his Sopho- more year in Honolulu—his Junior year in Florida— and has returned to Tech to graduate. He is well known and popular and has never neglected our Student Dances. He declares that math” is bis favorite sub- ject but we know differently; be secretly pines for lunch. He seldom carries many books, but he has nevertheless maintained a creditable standard in all his studies. Art” expects to go to Brown next year to take an engineering course. We feel sure that in later years lie will become one of our foremost engi- neers. Good luck, “Art!” Band, ’28. FLORENCE MARTHA GILL When Florence greets us, we experience a thrill. Her sparkling eyes and winning smile reveal a good nature and a happy love of a really good time. Notwithstand- ing her record of good scholarship, she has found time to take an active part in our socials, not to mention her keen interest in athletic and glee club activities. Her painstaking accuracy and dependable, faithful work- have been utilized for this issue of Tur ''ecu Review. Florence is always so dignified, but .at bewitching smile will linger with us as she goes on her way to success and happiness. Honor Society; Field Hockey, 25; French Club, ’25, ’26. '27, '28; Alternate, ’26; Dramatic Club, ’27. ’28; Glee Club, '27, ’28; Debating Society, '26, ’27; Tech Review Board, ’27, ’28; Managing Editor and Business Manager. MARY REMINGTON GLADDING Mary” A most happy combination of life, energy and studi- ousness is found in Mary. She is one of the most loveable girls in the class. All that she undertakes, she does well. Mary is a loyal supporter of our socials and is always willing to lend a helping hand. She was made a member of the Rhode Island Honor Society after making Tech” in three and one-half years. From Tech, she plans to go to the R. I. C. E. R. I. Honor Society; Home Room Representative, ’25, ’26.