Weaver High School - Portal Yearbook (Hartford, CT)

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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.

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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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MILDRED BENSON Adapting the philosophy Peace and good will to all,” Mildred moved serenely through school life with a gentle dignity and quiet charm. Mere words cannot express glowingly and adequately enough her talent as a violinist. The in¬ tense fervor, the deep feeling, and the study she puts into her play¬ ing truly awe any listener and lover of the violin. German Club; Girls’ League; Latin Club; Inter-High Orchestra; Orchestra, Librarian. BERTRAM BERENSON One of the most common sights in school was to see Buddy’ hurrying through the halls, loaded down with books, intent on his next class. Very diligent in his studies, he was one of Weaver’s most earnest students. Although rather shy and retiring, he has nevertheless gained many friends among the students and faculty. FLORENCE BERESKY Flo,” this sweet, lilting, auburn¬ haired miss of our dreams, charmed all her friends, and a friend to all she certainly was. An organizer par-excellence and teeming with an enthusiastic vivacious energy plus a zest for work and play, she won our respect with her inimitable whirlwind style on The Look¬ out.” Ready, willing, and able — That’s our Flo. Girls’ League, First Vice-Presi¬ dent; Honor Society; Ingleside Club; Junior Prom Committee; Lookout Editorial Board, Editor- in-Chief; Portal Board; Color Committee. JACK BERKMAN This young man who aims to be a court stenographer has al¬ ready set his feet on the chosen path. He is so used to the dom¬ inating numbers of girls in his Stenography classes that he feels ill at ease if not surrounded by “femmes. He possesses, in addi¬ tion to his nimble fingers, a charm¬ ing, wide, wide grin and a fine voice. Choir; Glee Club. BENNETT BERMAN Not mentioning Ben’s musical inclination would be doing him a big injustice. Ben is one of the few saxophone players who has been able to withstand the missiles tossed at his unfortunate group! Besides playing in the Weaver band, Ben has played in numer¬ ous outside swing orchestras. This fellow rates the title of class giant — yes, he’s a big fellow! ELEANOR BERNERT Versatile “El ! Sunday morn¬ ings may find her atop a horse on the riding paths, and week-end evenings at her favorite rendez¬ vous— the Bond. With the charm of Marie Antoinette, the poise of Victoria, and a personality all her own, El has a following of in¬ numerable male admirers, and as many lucky friends. C. H. L. S.; Chemistry Club; Girls’ League, President; Lookout Editorial Board, Organization Edi¬ tor; Girls’ Sports. HYMEN BERNSTEIN Leigh” constitutes Weaver’s tall, dark, and handsome.” The girls can ' t help envying that dark curly hair. Leigh is considered a dresser of the sporty type — you know, trousers ending above the ankles! That flashy gray Packard completes the rather collegiate pic¬ ture. SHAYE BERNSTEIN Shaye has the distinction of being one of those rare individuals who can utter nary a word and still have everyone pleasingly con¬ scious of her presence. Her sweet voice lends refinement to any con¬ versation, and she’s fortunate in possessing talent — both for draw¬ ing and singing. Lucky the pupils who some day will have this pa¬ trician beauty as the instructor in their classroom! Art-Crafts Club; Choir; Girls League; Color Committee, Chair¬ man.