Weaver High School - Portal Yearbook (Hartford, CT)

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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.

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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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BERNHARD BIEDERMAN This stellar man loves to take his trusty rifle and good ol ' fishing pole on a beautiful sunny morn and go hunting and fishing far away from the wiles of feminine hunters. Bernie ’ consistently per¬ sisted in affably heckling the teachers for those test results (Re¬ member?) which no one else had the courage to ask for. SARAH BIRD Sally is another of the maids who believe that Silence is golden. Slim of build and quiet in manner, she maintains a true expression of poise which auto¬ matically causes anyone addressing her to lower his voice to more peaceful and refined tones. She likes to sketch and can truly be pictured before an easel drawing scenes of beauty and unreality. Girls’ League. JAMES BLACK Jimmy certainly was a regu¬ lar fellow with his spontaneous happy-go-lucky manner and his diverting line of chatter. Also rated as quite the flash on the dance floor Jimmy’s career in baseball in the pitcher’s box will be remembered for many a day to come, for he succeeded in pitching Weaver to victory frequently, using his famous fast ball. Baseball team. HANNAH BOARDMAN Although not an original Wea- verite, Hannah has fared well in our school. Possessed of a rich and deep blues voice, she once won a wrist-watch for her rendi¬ tion of Blue Prelude on one of the Amateur programs. Her present plans include continuing her sing¬ ing as a career. Maybe we shall hear our classmate over the waves of radio some day! Girls’ League. DOROTHY BOGIN During two short years, Dot ' s dancing feet have gathered a gal¬ lery of admirers. She always seems to be in a hurry except when going to Latin class — the delight of her life! Dot will never be bored, nor will her com¬ panions, for she has that rare gift of humor and knows how to use it. Girls’ League; Latin Club. LUCILLE BONADIES Interesting is the word for Lu¬ cille. An expert skater, swimmer or horsewoman, in fact an expert in any sport, Lolly” could hold her own against any athletic girl and still manage to look charm¬ ing. Possessing a pair of snapping dark eyes and shining black hair, few could resist her fatal charm and her hospitable quality of put¬ ting a person at ease. Art-Crafts Club; Glee Club; Girls’ Leaders ' Corps. GRACE BOOMA All the girls have envied Grace’s qualities at some time of their high school career. She has figured in many school activities, social and scholastic: her skating is of excellent quality, her school¬ girl complexion is superlative, her popularity undeniable, and some moonstruck male is always seek¬ ing an introduction. What more can anyone want? Chemistry Club, Secretary; Girls ' Leaders’ Corps; Girls’ League; Girls’ Sports; Junior Prom Com¬ mittee; Lookout Editorial Board; Nominating Committee; Portal Board, Editor-in-Chief; Matinee Dance Committee; Reception Com¬ mittee. MILTON BOOTH Calling all gals! Calling all guys! Be on welcome lookout for this regular” fellow. Height: 5 ' 5 ; hair: wavy brown. Char¬ acteristics: a ready raillery, a store of book lamin’, a multitude of lucky admirers, and an out¬ stretched hand to all newcomers who thrive on sincerity. Reward for acquaintance: an opportunity for a genuine friendship!