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

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28 THE TECH REVIEW 1928 ERNEST RAYMOND HILL “Ernie” “Hey, Bill!” When one hears that familiar call he knows that “Ernie” is around. He came to Tech four short years ago from Veazie Street Grammar School. Ernie is very seldom seen without his better half. Bill. Ernie together with “Joe,” “Ray,” “Mickey.” “Hal. and Bill, comprise that familiar organization known as the “Silent Sextet.” Work has prevented “Ernie” from participating in any athletic games, hut he has supported the teams financially. He is seldom seen with any books, but has always managed to make the grade. After graduation “Ernie” plans to enter the business world. ELSIE MARGUERITE HILLER There are exceptions to everything and Elsie is an exception to the saying that “all good things come in small packages.” Her blue eyes are rarely without a merry twinkle of mischief in them and no one has yet seen Elsie in a serious mood; she just radiates cheer- fulness and friendliness. It is simply amazing the number of friends Elsie has acquired during her year and a half at Tech! Although not attending many student dances, she can “step with the best of steppers.” Her good scholastic record and her attendance at the school games prove that she is a “regular girl.” Elsie is undecided as to her future, but may good luck attend her every effort! Clef Club. MARTHA ANNETTE HILTON “Marty” Martha hardly needs an introduction. She is one of the most brilliant and popular members of our class. Her Honor Society Pin indicates that she ranks high in all her studies. However, botany is the acknowledged favorite. “Marty is a staunch friend of Mother Na- ture, and if the school curriculum were left to her, nature study would be inserted as a required subject. While at Tech, Martha has made innumerable friends, who have profited much by their association with her. R. 1. Honor Society; French Club, ’26; Home Room Repre- sentative, '26, '27, '28; Tech Review Literary Board, '27. '28; Class Ring Committee; Vice President of Class. GEORGE HOPKINS Introducing “Speed Hopkins, motorcyclist par ex- cellence and Tech’s official movie inspector, who comes to us from Chcpachet Grammar School, twenty miles in twenty minutes. During the years that George has burned up the Putnam Pike, he has acquired consider- able distinction as a musician. With his bassoon he has been even known to serenade Commercial from the embattlements of old P. A. After graduation, George plans to further his studies at the New England Con- servatory of Music.

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1928 THE TECH REVIEW 27 ELIZABETH WALLS HANSEN “Betty” “Sedate, sober?” No, sir, not Betty! The girl with the mischievous dimples, attractive manner and ever ready sympathy. Favored are the ones whom Betty selects as “chums.” In leaving Classical two years ago to come to Tech, she showed her good judgment. Al- though never overwhelmed with books, she has success- fully passed in all her subjects. Betty’s following in- creased when she showed her ability in Tech plays. Katherine Gibbs School will shelter her in the fall and we all wish her a path of roses. Debating Society, ’28: French Club, '27, '28; Dramatic Club, '26. '27, '28; Chairman Social Committee, '28; Social Commit- tee, '27, '28; Executive Hoard, '28: Glee Club, '28; Plays, “Adam and Eva,” “The Private Secretary ; Senior Play, “Romeo and—Jane.” HELEN FRANKLIN HARBACH Helen arrived at the portals of Tech four years ago from Asa Messer Grammar School. Because of her sunny smile she has added many names to her list of friends. She has studied hard since arriving here as her Honor Society pin testifies. Helen has attended all class socials and she has done her part toward sup- porting athletics. Her favorite subjects are cooking, drawing and chemistry. After graduating from Tech, she is going to spend the next four years at Simmons College. Ye all wish her the best of luck in the tea- room she hopes to open after leaving college. Honor Society, 93% ; French Club, '26, '27; Art Club, ’27. DORIS TIERNEY HAYES “Dot” “Dot.” one of the charming young ladies that Tech M welcomed from Edgewood four years ago, usually Y - may he found with Helen. She has done well in her v studies, but is always ready for a good time. Her K favorite subjects are Spanish and domestic art, but P her specialty is jokes. She has also taken part in sports. 'Pile next four years she expects to spend at Rhode Island State College specializing in home economics. Hockey, ’25; Spanish Club, ’26, ’27; President, ’27. FRANK CHARLES HELM Frank C. entered the portals of Tech, three and one- half years ago. in quest of more knowledge. Tech has profited considerably by his enrollment as he has main- tained a high standard of scholarship throughout. Eng- lish and mathematics are his favorite studies, but he has done well in all his subjects as shown by his mem- bership in the Rhode Island Honor Society. He has made many friends among teachers and students be- cause of his admirable characteristics. Frank intends to enter a Textile College, where, we all know, he will accomplish his tasks as well as he has at Tech. Spanish Club, ’26, ’27; R. I. Honor Society.

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1928 THE TECH REVIEW 29 HELEN NAIZETTE HOPKINS Yes! That young lady with the pretty brown hair and the flashing dark eyes is none other than our class- mate “1 loppy.” Although her manner is somewhat reserved, she has many friends, not only among students but teachers as well. As an accomplished dancer, 1 lelen is present at our dances and socials. Wherever she may he, her inseparable pal, “Bobby,” is found with her. May the qualities which made her popular at Tech continue to stand by her when she steps out into the world. She is undecided as to her future. Glee Club IB, 2B, 2A, 3A ; Dramatic Club 4A ; Student Dance WALTER FRANCIS HORBET “Walt” “Walt” came to the portals of Tech from Asa Messer Grammar School. He has attended all socials and has made many friends during his stay here. Because of outside interests he has never entered athletics although he has supported them freely. Chemistry and mechan- ical drawing are his favorite subjects, although he seems to “get by” in the rest. “Walt” usually comes in at 8:35 in the morning, but it is better late than never with him. His future is undecided. DOROTHY MAUD HOUSTON “Dot” Though Dorothy has a pre-occupied air, she is one of our class leaders and is full of fun. Her engaging smile and flashing wit have been magnets to draw friends. “Dot” enjoys herself at all the socials and dances and is an ardent supporter of athletics. She claims English is her favorite subject, but she does well in all of them. Some day, soon, we shall see Dorothy in a white cap and uniform nursing someone back to health. Tech Review Board '27, ’28; Glee Club, '27, 28; French Club, '27; Dramatic Club. '27, '28; Debating Society. '27, ’28; Vice President. '27; Social Committee, ’27; Senior Play, 4 ‘ Romeo and—Jane.” BLANCH MAY HOWE “Blanco” “Blanco” is the young miss with the wicked wink and the sprightly demeanor. She came to us four short years ago from Bridgham Grammar School. Although not having attended many student dances and socials, she has cultivated friendships in other ways. We all know what a wonderful piano player Blanch is. Who knows, may be someday she will he composing music. She is often deep in discussion with her “chum” Edith. Blanch intends to go to Vermont Normal School in the fall, and we all know that she will reach her goal. Glee Club, ’25, ’26, '27, ’28; Social Committee, ’28; Debating Society, ’26, ’27; French Club, '27; Orchestra, '25, '26, '27, ’28; Clef Club Secretary, ’27, '28; Program Committee, '28.