Weaver High School - Portal Yearbook (Hartford, CT)

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DOROTHY E. ANDERSON Dot ' s red topknot has shone as a beacon light about Weaver halls. Her classmates have greatly appreciated her good-natured quips in the classroom as well as on the dance floor where she excels. An energetic and skillful horsewoman, Dot has become a w ' ell-known figure on the Keney Park bridle paths. Art-Crafts Club, Vice-President, Treasurer; Girls League; Dramatic Club; Matinee Dance Committee; Reception Committee. DOROTHY P. ANDERSON Dot ' s” completely naive atti¬ tude has endeared her to more than one Weaverite. She wields a powerful racquet both on and off the tennis court, and her scholastic record puts another feather in her cap. Endowed with all of nature’s best, Dot” is most aptly de¬ scribed by four simple words: the true American girl. Girls’ League, Treasurer; French Club, President; Latin Club; Look - out Editorial Board; Honor So¬ ciety; Prophetess. CHARLES ANDREWS Prof,” our great mathematician and scientist, spends his spare time tinkering with radios and electrical devices, and he merely laughs at the loss of a finger or two in his experiments! A man of many talents, Prof” also chauffeurs and plays the clarinet. Of late, he seems to have become quite a lady ' s man. Dramatic Club; Lookout Edito¬ rial Board; Orchestra; Motto Com¬ mittee. EDWARD APREA This young chap proved him¬ self a thorough business man by his brisk manner and willing co¬ operation in the classroom. Few students really knew him well, for Ed” spent most of his time de¬ voting himself to the preparation of his daily studies. He intends to enter the business world, and there he will find an excellent op¬ portunity to put his practical knowledge and winning personality to work. Boys’ Commercial Club; Portal Board. ELEANOR BACON El,” the second Eleanor Powell, is going places.” Her taps echo through the halls, as she trips’ along to her classes. While trip¬ ping along, her shining counten¬ ance beams, as she smiles at friends. We have never seen her angry or blue and everyone is for her. El” is the real kind of girl we are all proud to have known. Girls’ League; Girls ' Leaders ' Corps; Choir; Glee Club, Librarian; Girls’ Sports. SYLVIA BAGGISH Small and dark, Sylvia displays an interest and enthusiasm in all her activities which make her popular and w 7 ell-liked by every¬ one. In her spare time she enjoys and excels in several hobbies among which are skating, dancing, and swimming. Sylvia plans a ca¬ reer in the business world where we are sure she will be an asset. Girls’ Business Club; Girls ' League. PAULINE BARANOWSKI Adorable is the word for jolly Paul” with her turned up nose and lovely eyes. That smile is al¬ ways there — she seems to be bubbling over with amusement. More than a few Weaver males will swear that she is the most “indifferentest” person! Someone ought to tack Angel on to her list of nicknames. She actually had no demerits! Oh innocence! What’s more she gets good marks, has no bad friends, and dances well. Girls’ League; Typist for The Lookout ; Girls’ Business Club; Color Committee. LEATRICE BARON Lea, a lover of the fine arts, devoted her school days to music, poetry, and art, and in the latter, she achieved high honors as a top- notch artist. Her blithe uncon¬ cern and unique singing and speak¬ ing voice set her apart from her chums, and assure her the fulfill¬ ment of a successful radio career — we sincerely hope. Art-Crafts Club; Girls’ League.

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ARNOLD ABEL Arnie’s was a familiar coun¬ tenance at the athletic games where he lent spirit and voice to cheer W eaver ' s reoresentatives on towards success. Although his club activities were few, he was a wel¬ come enthusiast at school dances and eagerly supported other school projects. Amiable and agreeable, Arnie ' s worries are few, for his carefree philosophy of life keeps him happy. Baseball Squad; Basketball Squad. MARGERY ABRAMS Tall and dark, Marge’s Duch¬ ess of Windsor flair for clothes ex¬ hibits itself in her engaging appear¬ ance. A complacent fatalist, she wends her casual way humming to herself “what is to be must be.” You could usually spy her huddled in the bleachers at all the football games, no matter how the wind whipped and blustered around corners. Girls’ League. BERTHA ADLER Generally speaking, Bertie is generally speaking. Her round face belied any seriousness she claimed, and her irrepressible snicker amused many an unsus¬ pecting class. Bertie” is rated as a darn good kid” and can always be depended upon to lighten some poor discouraged heart. Girls’ League. KENNETH ALBRECHT Here’s a fan for swing music. At the mention of Benny Goodman, Kenny ” gets all a-twitter. Kenny ” has a sparkling eye when in con¬ ference with a gal —- the femmes think he’s cute. In spite of his chatter about swing music and Goodman, we all liked him! Lookout Editorial and Business Boards. CHRISTINE ALLEN A true friend whose sweet dis¬ position has gained her wide popu¬ larity! Chris’ extreme fondness for sewing accounts for the many chic” sport frocks of her own creation worn during the semes¬ ters. However, her heart and soul lie in serving humanity; conse¬ quently, she plans to enter Lincoln Training School to prepare herself for this work. Girls’ League. CELIA ALTSHULER Babe ' spends her spare moments knitting and reading, though she confesses a violent dislike for books written in the first person. Her vocal ability makes her the envy of us all; this talent, combined with her natural enthusiasm, sunny disposition, and vivacious manner, should insure Babe” success on the stage of life. Choir; C. H. L. S., President; German Club, Vice-President, Girls’ League; Glee Club. ARNOLD ANDELMAN From the pages of Esquire” Arnold might have stepped, if his immaculate clothes could tell his history. With his thoughts on his saxophone and clarinet, female admirers gazed in vain at Andy’s” good looks as he strolled through Weaver’s corridors. His favorite diversion being music, Arnie” studies music composition and arrangement to occupy his leisure hours. Glee Club; Inter-High Orches¬ tra; Lookout Editorial Board; Or¬ chestra. BERNICE ANDERSON In Swede’s girlish and beguiling manner, we detect a certain note of smart sophistication and serene poise which served only to en¬ hance her slim, blonde appear¬ ance. Indeed, we must speak of her hair, for her interest lies in hairdressing and her up-to-the- minute coiffure attracted attention and praise wherever she went. Choir; Girls’ League.

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SAMUEL BARON “Butch ' s” rotund figure as well as his humorous observations will be sorely missed in these halls of learning. His ready wit has light¬ ened many a dull moment. His many interests outside of school in¬ clude skating and football. Butch plugged along faithfully as assist¬ ant manager of football. ALBERT BASCH “Slug’s” easy-going, nonchalant disposition has endeared him to many. Things may go wrong, but they never seem to ruffle him. He has many outside hobbies, but is especially interested in sports, stamp-collecting, and photography. From such attractive activities he should gain much happiness. SELMA BASS A true-blue Girl Scout! Selma scurried energetically through school cheerfully and willingly doing her daily good deed. One of our greatest disillusionments came when this modern Goldi¬ locks,” as she might aptly have been termed, cut off her long golden curls. Showing promise as a budding young singer and tap dancer, Selma has been rapidly perfecting herself in these arts. Girls’ League. LAWRENCE BATTISTA The secret of “Larry’s” success is his enviable nonchalance, which he displays at all times. Apparently he doesn’t believe in looking for trouble, and consequently his brow remains unclouded. “Larry” is in¬ terested in all sports, especially golf, and designs very fine model airplanes. HERBERT BASCH “Scuts,” one of our leading punsters, shines with dry yet sparkling humor. His self-chosen shyness among femmes is offset by his loyalty to the members of his own sex. Athletically, “Scuts” is a big little man and often over¬ shadows his larger teammates on the field of play. He has a bright, prospective medical career before him and a fine high school record behind him. HELEN BEIZER A brunette songstress of the Gladys Swarthout type, Helen has distinguished herself in warbling the notes of the scale while at Weaver. Her unassuming behavior and decorous manner make Helen the delight of the Emily Post School. A friendly spirit of co¬ operation and citizenship also ac¬ count for her popularity. Choir; Girls’ League. HARRY BASKIND “Hairy,” no, I don ' t mean Harry, shines when magicians are mentioned. Being an admirer of the Great Houdini, “Hairy” hopes some day to rival the unbelievable feats of the “Great One.” Harry thinks his disappearing act would come in handy on some of his “off- days.” But, as yet, he hasn’t suc¬ ceeded in perfecting this trick! LORRAINE BENOIT “Lorry” has deceived us with her silent attitude of indifference — but — now we know the truth. A jubilant countenance has be¬ trayed its owner, and we see “Lorry” as a person with a pleas¬ ingly alert humor, which has finally been disclosed. Hold on to it, “Lorry.” It’s a great asset. Girls’ League.