Weaver High School - Portal Yearbook (Hartford, CT)

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C L A S s BOOK OF 1 !) 3 1 A CB ' LORGF S. BR1-:EL) ‘‘There u likeieise a reward for faithful sileitee.” Northwest; A. A., la-4b; Boys’ Club, la-4b : Choir, 2a-3b; Junior Usher. George was always so modest and unassuming that we scarcely knew whether or not he was in 240, and therefore he was voted our quietest boy. In fact he was so quiet that most of the class never learned of his ability in cartooning, although many a teacher would have squirmed, had he seen George’s sketches. ADlbLE BROWN “A still, sDiall voice.” Arsenal ; Girls’ League, la-4b ; A. A. Never tardy. Adele’s frequent absences made her quite unknown during her four years at Weaver. Her work was diligently pursued and kept up to standard. CiKORCiE BRUC; “Wearily sit and listen.” H. P. H. S. ; Boys’ Club, lb-4b ; A. A.. lb-4b ; Choir, 2a-4a. George, who barely escaped capturing the title of being our laziest boy, is noted for his silent recitations. His attempts in French gave us many hilarious moments. 13

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THOMAS SNKLL WEAVER HIGH SCHOOL EENJAMIX BIALICE “Punctuality is a virtue in some, But this goal for Benny has never been zvon.” Northwest; A. A., la-4b; Boys’ Club, la-4b; Football Stiuad, 2b, 3b, 4b. Benny was a rare character, as rare as a salt shaker in the Weaver lunch room. There must have been something the matter with the watches he won as an amateur prize-fighter. Yet Benny’s fist had more effect than a lullaby, which can be witnessed by several members of the class. MARY G. RINI “Silence szeceter is than sfccch. ' ' H. P. H. S. ; A. A., la-4b; Girls’ League, la-4a. No demerits. Never tardy. Mary has the distinction of speaking only when she has some¬ thing to say. Her polite, (juiet disposition heljis to make her a pleasant classmate. EVELYN E. BOWERS “Play not for gain, but sport H. P. H. S. : Art-Crafts, 3a-3b; Girls’ League, lb-4b; Girls ' Leaders Corps, 3b-4b; A. A., la-4b. Evelyn is one of the fa mous athletes at Weaver. She has also gained no little renown for her artistic drawing.

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THOMAS SXELL WEAVER HIGH SCHOOL HARRY j. r.CRKI-: “IJe may look serious, And he may look shy, But he ' s full of fun, T-isixt you and . Holcomb ; A. A., la-4b. Secretary, 3a-4a ; Boys’ Club, la-4b ; Vice-President, 4a-4b ; “Lookout” Sports Editor, 3b-4a ; Choir, 2a-3b ; Baseball Manager, 3a-4b; Basketball, 3b-4b ; Football, 2b, 4b ; Class Book ; Assistant Editor. Behold this staid and intelligent looking individual ! Harry derives considerable amusement from the company of girls. Yet it is promptly observed that this trait is not his only. Harry has been quite prominent in school activities. And need we add that he commands the favor of all, particularly the demure sex? KIT A ’. 15 URNS “I am ever merry.” Holcomb: A. A., la-4b ; Girls’ League, la-4b ; C. H. L. S., 3a-4b: “Lookout” Circulating Board, 4a ; Reception Committee. Rita’s “i)ep” and si)eed swept you off your feet. As a stunning dresser and an attractive product of the modern age, it can be truly said that she never missed a social event. JOHN J. I5UTEEk, JR. “Beie ihiiu s are impossible lo dditjenee and skill. Northeast; A. A., 2b-4b ; Boys’ Club, la-4b ; “Lookout” Editorial Board, 3a, Humor Editor, 4a ; Boys’ Commercial Club, 2b-4b ; President, 4b ; Junior Usher ; Honor Society, 4a ; Class Book Editorial Board. John’s wit served him in good stead as a member of the Editorial Board of the Class Book. Everybody laughed before the joke was read, and reading it was a task in itself. Indeed, he helped to lighten many a weighty subject with his witty remarks coming at frequent intervals. J- ' ,