Weaver High School - Portal Yearbook (Hartford, CT)

Text from Pages 1 - 184 of the 1939 volume:

TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Dedication ........ 6 Foreword ........ 9 Faculty Section ....... 1 ! Class of 1939 . 27 Activities . . . . . . . . Ill Features . . , . . . . . 135 Advertisements 165 MISS HOGAN A graduate of Hartford Public High School, Miss Hogan matriculated at Wesleyan University in Middletown, from which college she received her B. A. degree. She has taken several extension courses offered by various universities here in the city. Before her arrival at Weaver, Miss Hogan taught at New Hartford and East Hartford High Schools. DEDICATION When teachers have done so much for the school and for the students as have Miss Mabel E. Hanks and Miss Agnes N. Hogan, it is fitting that public acknowledgment of it be made. For this reason, to Miss Hanks for her sympathetic and kindly assistance and to Miss Hogan for her frank yet constructive criticism, and to both for their cooperation both as our teachers and friends, we dedi¬ cate this 1939 Portal. MISS HANKS After graduating from South Hadley High School in South Hadley Falls, Mass., Miss Hanks attended Mount Holyoke in the same locality and received her B. A. degree there. She later took ex¬ tension courses at Middlebury and Boston Univer¬ sity. She taught at West Hartford High before coming to Weaver. [ 6 ] THE UNIQUE FUNCTION OF EDUCATION IN AMERICAN DEMOCRACY The future of democratic society is challenged, not only in Europe and Asia, but in the United States. For educational leadership to blink that fact is to cast off the mandate of eternal vigilance and accept the facile optimism that paralyzes preventative measures. Once more, as in the early days of the Republic, the maintenance of democratic society swings into center of educational interest. Any conception of education that ignores this critical situation is false to its trust. And the effort of the schools to deal with it constructively lifts educational leadership out of the routine of pedagogy into the realm of bold and creative thinking which the founders of the Republic dared to enter. Neither educators nor citizens at large can expect to enjoy liberty without deserving it. Human affairs do not run that way. Authorities in charge of the schools are under obligation to preserve or improve our American way of life. Only thus can education look forward confidently to securing from society that autonomy and economic support to which it is entitled. —National Education Association [ 8 ] When the hands of fleeting time shall transmute these blissful school days into fond memories , then this book — the 1939 Portal — will become a priceless gem in the hands of him who would recall the clouding past. Since it is conceded that a purpose is essential and vital to every type of written work, a predetermined goal was set up by the editors of this chronicle. It was decided that the purpose of the ’39 Portal would be to place more emphasis on our tomorrow” and our possible future occupations. It can therefore be noted that many of the art designs and the write-ups are devoted to the intended and probable vocations of many members of this class a few years hence. As a theme for the fine art work contained within this classbook, the World s Fair was unanimously chosen. Because it represents the world of tomorrow—our tomorrow—, it is closely interwoven with out aforementioned purpose. The trylon and the perisphere are the Fair’s outstanding features, and they naturally constitute a background for our Portal. Do not let the preceding paragraphs camouflage our primary intention, that of capturing and cherishing in written and photographic form those persons and incidents which were instrumental in making our school days such joyous ones. Someday from the pages of this book to some of us will leap felicitous memories, and all the efforts of this staff will have been repaid a hundred fold. With sincere appreciation to Mr their invaluable aid and kindly advice, I 9 j We’ve called this “home’ for three years. AutagAap,d Qag MR. BURKE To him who is at the head of our Alma Mater, we pay the highest tribute possible. Throughout our years under his guidance, we have come to know him as a kindly guardian, a sympathetic listener, and a staunch friend. We learned to expect that this principal of ours would whole-heartedly cooperate with us in every instance. He was always present to cheer us on — whether in football, in basketball, or in our scholastic endeavors. With all sincerity and loyalty, he has helped to make us proud of our school. Never has he failed in his efforts to do the best within him for us. He astounded us by his youthful participation in student activities, and by his irrepressible knack of understanding. To us he was the guiding light of hope, spurring us on to greater victories and achievements. As we pass through the portals of Weaver, on to the unknown before us, we shall al¬ ways remember him for his untiring leadership and tolerant character. Thus it is with deep regret that we bid adieu to you, Mr. Burke. We thank you for your zealous work which made our stay at Weaver so pleasant. MISS FAITH TALCOTT When our school days become memories and all incidents connected with them become dim, the memory of Miss Faith Talcott, our kind and sympa¬ thetic vice-principal and dean of girls, will stand out like a beacon in the fog. We shall not remember her as an aloof pedagogue, but as a friend who was always willing to aid us in any of our difficulties or our undertakings. By virtue of her sincere amiableness, her understanding, and her excellent guid¬ ance, she has secured a place in our memories that even time will find difficult [ H] to erase. MR. JESSUP Exchanges are not always fair bargains, but in Mr. Jessup, an exchange teacher from Honolulu, Weaver fared well indeed. A graduate of Cornell and Harvard, Mr. Jessup is ably versed in French and has proved himself an excellent teacher. A year in France afforded him a true knowledge of the language. He both taught and attended classes at the Ecole Normale de Roven. Sometime later he obtained a position in Honolulu at the Punahou School. Even though he has left a land known for its beauty and enchantment, Mr. Jessup professes a decided liking for our school, and he has enjoyed his stay in Hartford. A s the year of exchange comes to an end and we welcome Miss Johnston home again from the islands, our good wishes will go with Mr. Jessup. Our pedagogues off guard! FOREWORD In this section of our Portal we are attempting to give you, the reader, a small picture of the activities of our faculty when they step from behind a pile of dull books, take off their spectacles, cast aside their pedagogical mannerisms and step into the world of “play.’ We give you the Weaver faculty relaxed and at leisure. The college mentioned is the institution which the teacher attended as an undergraduate, while the degree is the most advanced that the teacher has at¬ tained — in many cases at a different college or university. RUSSELL D. BAKER, B. S. Mass. State College Biology It seems that Maine is a mec- ca not only for sportsmen and campers, but for the Weaver faculty also! Mr. Baker is among those who seek its cool climate for relaxation. ELIZABETH E. BEAN, A. B. Middlebury College Librarian In keeping with her position as librarian, Miss Bean spends much leisure time in reading. Hiking, badminton, and vacation- ing in the country are among her favorite pastimes. HARRIET D. BEST, A. B. Mt. Holyoke History and Guidance Golf and swimming rate high as diversions with Miss Best. Bridge also helps her to forget school problems. JENNETTE BODURTHA, A. B. Mt. Holyoke Biology Swimming finds another de¬ votee in Miss Bodurtha, who en- dulges enthusiastically in this sport. Gardening is another fa¬ vorite pursuit of this science teacher. SAMUEL BRONSTEIN, B. S. T rinity Substitute Mr. Bronstein is a very great tennis enthusiast. His interest in this sport includes both playing a set or two and watching others play. He also bowled for Weaver. EDGAR A. CARRIER, A. B. Middlebury Mathematics Mr. Carrier ' s interest in tennis does not stop with the guidance of Weaver’s tennis team but ex¬ tends to his leisure hours. He seeks relaxation in mountainous New Hampshire during the sum¬ mer months. LYDIA M. CHAPMAN Chandler Normal Commercial Miss Chapman delights in in¬ vestigating new tea rooms. The art of cooking also appeals to her. She has taken an active part in the Business and Professional W r omen ' s Club of Hartford. HAROLD B. CLAPP, A. M. Bates Mathematics When teaching is over, Mr. Clapp is busy once more in his private workshop. The outdoors, hunting, and fishing prove irresis¬ tible to him. PORTIA E. CLOUGH Framingham Normal School Home Economics Miss Clough’s zeal for sports includes golf! Camping, during the summer, offers her relaxation from school. Antique collecting is also a hobby of hers. GENEVIEVE W. CONKLIN, A. B. College of St. Elizabeth Latin Miss Conklin is another who carries her day’s work over into her leisure hours. When she isn’t devoting her time to languages she spends it in traveling. MELVIN G. CROWELL, A. M. Cornell English Mr. Crowell, an enthusiastic listener to classical music, is him¬ self an accomplished pianist. Dur¬ ing vacations he seeks the quiet of Vermont. ROBERT P. CUNNINGHAM, B. B. A. Northeastern University Commercial Mr. Cunningham has rather a unique hobby — collecting minia¬ tures of English bulldogs. A lake in the Pine Tree State furnishes the ideal spot for his summers. MILLIARD S. DARLING, M. Ed. Amherst Guidance Leather and metal-craft work furnish hours of enjoyment for Mr. Darling. He golfs and plays bad¬ minton as well. Stamp collecting rounds out his interests. MERRILL H. DOOEY, A. M. U. of Maine History and Democracy A sailing enthusiast, Mr. Dooey finds enjoyment in boating along the coast of Maine. He is utilizing his knowledge of local history in writing articles on that subject. PHILIP H. DOW, A. M. Bates Science and History Like a typical tired business man, Mr. Dow relaxes after a hard day at school with a pleasant game of bridge. In the summer he too journeys northward to Maine. MAE DRESCHER, A. M. Mt. Holyoke History Miss Drescher is partial to swimming, traveling, and badmin¬ ton. Her pleasure trips have car¬ ried her to many out of the way places. MARIAN DRISKO, A. B. Colby English To dance to sweet music and to listen to symphony music — these are pet recreations of Miss Drisko, who also finds time to visit in Maine and travel occa¬ sionally. HELEN DUGUID Keene Normal Music Tinkling the piano keys, golf¬ ing, swimming, dancing, and an occasional pleasure trip keep Miss Duguid ‘ interested in life. LEONARD I. FRENCH Pratt Institute Mechanical Drawing Amateur flower raising and the study of mechanics furnish Mr. French’s recreation. Walking is his favorite exercise! HAZEL A. GILMAN Keene Normal Commercial Miss Gilman is one of those members of the faculty who finds her pleasure atop a saddle horse on a shaded bridle path. However, swimming is another recreation in which she finds her exercise. Read¬ ing rates a close third in her list of pleasures. CHARLES F. GIPSON, M. Ed. U. of Illinois Athletics Boys prove to be Mr. Gipson’s sole interest. He has been a counselor and an athletic director at a summer camp. MARY G. GOGGIN, Ph. D. Barnard Substitute Miss Goggin has a rather keen interest in tennis as a sport. She also finds that theatre work holds much fascination for her. KATHERINE R. GOODWIN, B. S. Russell Sage Commercial Reading proves an attraction for Miss Goodwin during the school year, but the summer months find her traveling to many far away and fascinating spots. GEORGE F. HALFORD, M. B. A. Boston University Commercial Being a worker in the Society of Friends, Mr. Halford’s chief interests lie in reading, writing, and leading discussions concerning the problems of stimulating coopera¬ tion between nations and segments of nations. WILLIAM L. HALL Pratt Institute Mathematics Mr. Hall follows all Weaver sports with a keen interest and a true loyalty. In the spring, he par¬ ticipates actively in fishing for trout. HENRY A. HANSON Pratt Institute W oodworkitig Mr. Hanson sojuorns on a Con¬ necticut farm to find relaxation in summer. Being an antique hunter and collector, he has quite a col¬ lection of antiques at home. ELIZABETH B. HASELTON Columbia University Librarian As with many others, Miss Haselton ' s fancy in the summer turns towards traveling. Garden¬ ing also strongly appeals to her. HELEN A. HASELTON Chicago Academy of Fine Arts Art This art teacher is an apprecia- tor of fine horses, and she also rides. Her nomadic tendencies show forth in her love of travel¬ ing. DOROTHY E. HOOD, A. M. Mt. Holyoke English In Miss Hood we have still an¬ other wanderer. She has taught for a year in England as an ex¬ change teacher and has satisfied her love of travel by visiting many other places of interest. CATHERINE E. HUBBARD, A. M. Mt. Holyoke Biology and Physiology Miss Hubbard goes in for a most strenuous and interesting sport, mountain climbing. Other leisure hours are spent in ice-skating, gar¬ dening, and weaving. Her skill in the latter is truly remarkable. MARJORIE G. INGLE Pratt Institute Art Miss Ingle energetically tackles the more vigorous sports, skiing for the winter time and swimming in summer. She also finds diver¬ sion and exercise in modern dancing. BEATRICE P. KOVNER, B. Ed. Conn. Teachers’ College Bookroom While away from the stored-up knowledge in the bookroom, Miss Kovner plays, with a great deal of skill, the game of tennis. Next best on her list of interests is drama¬ tics. F. ELIOT LARRABEE, A. M. W esleyati English Mr. Larrabee ' s schedule is quite a busy one. being filled with golf¬ ing, bowling, and stamp collect¬ ing. During the past year being president of the Men Teachers Club kept him well occupied. RALPH D. LUND, B. S. U. of Vermont Biology and Physiology Mr. Lund, a new member of our faculty, has already become a part of Weaver. The boyhood delights of so many, fishing and hunting, are among his favorite activities. E. ALLAN MAINES, A. B. U. of Maine Sciences Mr. Maines is another Maine- goer. An outdoor man, he is es¬ pecially interested in fishing, gardening, and studying weather conditions. LILLIAN M. MANSFIELD, A. M. Mt. Holyoke History Badminton has a staunch fol¬ lower in Miss Mansfield. She too belongs to the group of Weaver’s travelers. MARJORIE L. MILLER Columbia Teachers’ College Home Economics Miss Miller carries her love of sewing over into her spare hours. Golfing also occupies some of her leisure time. ELINOR MOSES, A. M. Columbia Teachers’ College English Miss Moses plays golf and swims with quite some vigor, be¬ ing athletically inclined. Stamp collecting also interests her. MONA G. O’HARA, A. M. Smith English Miss O ' Hara is another whose school duties leave her little time for recreation. However, she does snatch a little time now and then for traveling. M. NELSON OWEN, A. M. Lehigh English and Latin Mr. Owen relaxes from the routine of school work by play¬ ing the piano, both for enjoyment and for the sake of developing some skill on the keys. CLARA E. PARK, B. S. Middlebury Home Economics Miss Park ' s leisure hours are spent in gardening, sewing, and other handwork. She also is a travel enthusiast. G. HAPGOOD PARKS. M. Ed. Clark University Sciences Mr. Parks continues his scienti¬ fic pursuits beyond school through biological research on birds in co¬ operation with the Department of Agriculture. Taking motion pic¬ tures and bowling also occupy his time. ESTHER PHILLIPS, A. M. Bates French Miss Phillips belongs to the group that entertains itself at bad¬ minton. Photography, hiking, and traveling constitute other activities of hers. JOHN D. PREU Pratt Institute Art Mr. Preu is another whose school work fills his leisure hours. Painting, metal work, and swim¬ ming all go towards keeping him busy. JOSHUA L. ROBINS. M. Ed. W esleyan Mathematics Mr. Robins lends his deep re¬ sonant base voice to the singing of the Hartford Choral Club. Singing is a favorite pastime with him, and in athletics he prefers ten¬ nis. FLORENCE M. SHEEHAN, A. B. Smith English Miss Sheehan ' s love of singing finds an outlet in the work of the Hartford Oratorio Society. Music in other forms also interests her. MARIAN T. TAFT, A. B. Mt. Holyoke English Miss Taft goes camping, swims, and plays tennis with true enthus¬ iasm. She also devotes some of her extra time to the Girl Scout movement. MARION VAN DEUSEN, A. B. T rinity ( Washington) Shorthand and Typing A comfortable chair, an hour or two of leisure time and a good book—that’s Miss Van Deusen’s recipe for a pleasant evening, for she finds much enjoyment in the realms of books. FRANK M. VAN SCHAACK A. M. Lebanon Valley English Mr. Schaack’s fine collection of hurricane pictures points to his great enthusiasm for amateur photography. Besides photo¬ graphy, Mr. Van Schaack enjoys fishing. WAYLAND L. WALCH, A. B. Middlebury Sciences Mr. Walch has spent quite some time renovating an old house in Maine for summer use. Both fishing and tennis attract his at¬ tention. HELEN WAKEFIELD, B. S. Columbia Teachers’ College Athletic Director Miss Wakefield pursues, with a degree of skill, that form of fish¬ ing known as fly-casting. Added to this are sailing and hiking for recreation. WILLIAM R. WARING, B. B. A. Boston University Bookkeeping Mr. Waring takes to bowling and golf with much enthusiasm. He also finds much enjoyment in reading. Office Staff Mary E. Hogan Lillian Kaprove Doris L. Preston Marjorie H. Sexton Agnes E. Sinnott ARTHUR F. WINSLOW, A. M. Boston University History and Democracy Mr. Winslow is a reader of poetry of all sorts and, at present, an officer of the Hartford Poetry Club. An interesting hobby of his is collecting historical documents and data. Building Superintendent Robert H. Fox RALPH L. BALDWIN Music Music is Mr. Baldwin’s life and joy, and strangely enough, fills his leisure hours as well as those spent in teaching. MIRETTA BICKFORD, A. B. U. of Maine History Miss Bickford finds nothing more pleasant and restful than an hour or two spent reading in a cozy chair. MARION A. CASE Chandler Normal Co m mercial Pleasure jaunting by automo¬ bile holds a great fascination for Miss Case, and the summer months often find her indulging in this sort of diversion. ELIZABETH H. CRAIG, A. M. Mt. Holyoke English A past yearning to specialize in interior decorating still lingers in Miss Craig s present interest in that field. This interest is second to teaching. MARY E. FLEMING, R. N. St. Francis Hospital School of Nursing Miss Fleming’s interest in sports is quite widespread. She likes all kinds of sports, tennis and swimming being her favorites. -MABEL E. HANKS, A. B. (dedication page) Mt. Holyoke French Photography claims another fol¬ lower in Miss Hanks, who is well informed in the ins-and-outs of successful “shots”. She also is quite a stamp collector. GRETCHEN B, HARPER, A. B. Wellesley Latin Miss Harper considers Pennsyl¬ vania ideally suited to her love for camping and hiking. Hand in hand with her enthusiasm for these activities goes her rather exten¬ sive study of nature. NINA L. HARTIN, A. B. Mt. Holyoke English and French To relax from mental strain, Miss Hartin turns to golf or hik¬ ing. Playing bridge and listening to music are among her interests. -AGNES N. HOGAN, A. B. (dedication page) Wesleyan Mathematics Miss Hogan is a busy member of the faculty. Her interests are varied and numerous. The Girl Scouts take some of her time. She also plays badminton enthusiasti¬ cally. MARY G. LEVY, A. M. Salem State Teachers’ College Commercial Geography The rush of school work keeps Miss Levy well occupied during the school year. But when sum¬ mer rolls around, she too is sus¬ ceptible to the travel bug and packs up for the far-off places. ELVIRA M. LORD, A. M. Moravian English Enthusiasm and interest in the problems of youth follow Miss Lord beyond school and carry her into the activities of the Girl Scouts and the Youth Hostel movement. Her favorite exercise is horseback riding. JAMES D. PRICE Music Besides taking movies, Mr. Price collects and claims a rather large number of antiques. He also arranges and composes music in varied forms. NORMA K. REGAN, A.B. Cornell English Miss Regan s interests present a wide variety. Sports, including tennis and fishing, as well as danc¬ ing and piano playing, are samples of what she likes to do in her spare time. MILDRED G. SMALL, A. B. Mt. Holyoke German Mountain climbing holds a fasc¬ ination for Miss Small, who is an enthusiastic member of the Appala¬ chian Mountain Club. She also turns to gardening for less strenu¬ ous recreation. RODERIC K. STANLEY Shaw Business College Com mercial When free from his duties in connection with the Lookout Bus¬ iness Board, Mr. Stanley eagerly jaunts about in his flivver” and travels to points near and far. FREDERICK W. STONE Springfield College Athletic Director Mr. Stone’s motion pictures of athletic events, such as the Olym¬ pics, have been seen by many of us. He also golfs for relaxation. ARLINE S. TALCOTT, A. M. Well e si ey History The beautiful scenery of the Caribbean countries and parts of South America are pleasant mem¬ ories to Miss Talcott. Her travels have also taken her to a few European countries. ANITA P. FORBES, A. M. Radcliffe English Miss Forbes has been on a leave of absence this past year and has spent the time in studying at the Yale School of Drama. MARIE A. JOHNSTON, A. B. Radcliffe French Miss Johnston has been teaching this year as an exchange teacher in Honolulu, Hawaii at Punahou School. OFFICE STAFF Left to Right — Miss Sexton, Miss Sinnott, Miss Kaprove, Miss Hogan, Miss Preston. [ 26 ] AutogAapA %xq,t 128 ] CLASS OF 1939 Class Motto Ne tentes, aut perfice. Either attempt not, or accomplish Class Colors Teal Blue and Rust President William Slitt Orator John Sarubbi Historian Harvey Dubinsky Martha Benedict Testato r and Testatrix Joseph Lombardo Dorothy Staples Treasurer Essayist Joseph Fox Jeannette Barton Prophet and Prophetess Myron Kellin Isabel Cacase Marshall David Bromberg Committees Reception — Francis Bowers, Chairman Francis Ferrigno Joseph Giampolo Warren Herrington Richard Wertheim Isabel Cacase Rolande Carbonneau Geraldine Childs Regina Greenberg Ruth Watkins Motto — Herman Rosen, Chairman Robert Krechevsky Ruth Hagarty Clarence Peiss Phyllis Levine Benjamin Stazze Eleanore Malone Dorothy Robinson Color — Dorothy French, Chairman Lawrence D Alessio Fay Lyman Roger Preu Genevieve Kostecki Leonard Yush Anne Ragonese Florence Shuman Tie — Leon Zietz, Chairman Gregory Azarian Robert Griffen Arthur Galinsky Wilfred Johnson Harold Greenbaum Kevin Kenney Leo Novarr Francis Bowers Frank Golden Ring Geraldine Childs Dorothy French Gordon Pearl [ 29 ] ELIZABETH ABRAMSON The best things usually appear in the smallest packages. That runs true to form in this case, for Betty,” one of the smallest girls in the class of 1939, is chock-full of surprises. Being rather happy- go-lucky, this dark-haired little lass almost always did her study¬ ing at the last minute. Elizabeth goes after what she wants, and usually has a sw r ell time getting it. Girls’ League. RICHARD ADAMS Rockland’s loss was our gain when Dick” entered Weaver early in his high school career. H is effervescent spirit has livened many a classroom. Although short in stature, he is big in mind. Dick’s” coming from out of town failed to hinder him from winning many loyal friends who will miss him when he returns to his native state of Maine. Chemistry Club. SEYMOUR ADOFF Seymour, the quiet type of boy, went about his work in a very dili¬ gent manner. He took all his work rather seriously, and because of this he received a great deal of good from his subjects. Interested in photography and the building of motors, he plans to attend Trade School, where he will con¬ tinue to study about motors, and become a mechanic. There is no doubt in our minds but that he will make a good one. Track Squad; Camera Club. RAYMOND AHERN If you seek a companion who is extremely full of life and who likes to clown, Hinky” is the boy to look for. He does not spend a dull moment from morn till night. Raymond is a classy dancer who spends many nights a week at Capital Park. In the winter, ice- skating and other sports take up most of his time. He is the type of fellow who makes a classroom interesting. DOROTHY ALLEN Dot” is the girl whose win¬ ning personality and helping hand have won her many friends. She was always somewhat quiet, but those who know her well have found a gold mine of a friendship. Dot” is going into the business world after graduation. We ' ll wager she ' ll be a success. Girls’ League. JOHN AMBRUSO In a school, you will always find boys who are serious and boys who are jolly. Johnnie” certainly belongs to this latter group. No matter what the situation, he al¬ ways managed to find the bright side. Although at times he cre¬ ated a little more noise than was necessary, teachers who had him as a pupil enjoyed seeing his big round” smile, especially on a dull” Monday! DAGMAR ANDERSON For heaven’s sake, don ' t call her Dagmar, say Paula.” She can swim and is practically a mer¬ maid in the water! Following the commercial field, Paula has all the qualities that will make her a suc¬ cess in the course she pursued at Weaver. To all girls who wish to make a social success of them¬ selves, see Paula,” for she has a marvelous recipe. Girls’ League. HAROLD ANDERSON Name? Harold “Andy” Ander¬ son. General description? Medium in height, age, disposition, hair, and temper. Good looking? Um-m. Ready smile? Perpetual. Hobby? Stamp collecting. Like the girls? You should try to follow him ( not all the time of course) when he steps out. Will he be a success? Watch him. Choir; Glee Club. AARON ANTONOFSKY GREGORY AZARIAN Dreamy blue eyes, dark black hair, flashy clothes—who else but Killer ' . This tall, well-built lad possesses organs of sight (eyes) which remind us of a balmy spring afternoon, and which helped him secure his nickname. Aaron is in some respects up in the air about his future, which lies in the aeronautical field. Chemistry Club. FRANK ARMENTANO Picture a well-dressed boy whose black hair is always neat¬ ly combed, and you have an idea of what Frank looks like. In spite of his nickname, Slug was a very friendly chap and was as tame as a cat if he liked you. Be¬ cause he worked after school, Frank did not participate in any of Weaver’s clubs. He loved to bowl, and many were the nights he spent at the Morgan Alleys. ANTONIE ARNONE Bunny —the man ' s man! His quiet and unassuming manner makes him liked by all who know him, while his athletic and scho¬ lastic ability gain their respect. His special line in sports is base¬ ball, but he’s nobody’s fool on a football team, where he can show you the reason for his nickname. ROSLYN ASCHER With a grin, a laugh, and a twinkle in her eye, Rozzie has squeezed through her years at Weaver. All these characteristics were lacking, however, when she didn’t know an answer in class. Her sparkle and pep have made her very well liked among the stu¬ dents of the class of ’39. Girls’ League; Ingleside Club. Greg, the bright light of many a class, is justly called Giggles by all. Equally enthu¬ siastic in the classroom and in athletics, he has managed the Track and Cross Country teams well, and has also appeared on the Honor Roll. His other inter¬ ests include hiking, stamps, and woodcraft. Track, Manager; Cross Coun¬ try, Manager: Art-Crafts Club; Honor Society; Swimming Team; Tie Committee. BERNIE BANOWICH Barney was in his element in the Craft-Shop, where he spent many hours at constructing. He really went in for model airplane building, as we gathered from re¬ ports of contests which he entered. The path to good marks proved no obstacle for Bernie because his grades were in the upper bracket. Cross Country; Track Team. KATHERINE BARLOW A happy, carefree disposition, together with a sociable attitude, has gained Kay numerous friends among us. She likes to sing almost as much as she likes to chatter and, without either, she would be simply lost. May suc¬ cess be yours, Kay, in whatever you attempt. Choir. JEANNETTE BARTON Jeannette, a tiny and interesting personage, found plenty of time for sports and fun, though an honor student. Two of her most well-known possessions are her amazingly long eye-lashes and her dancing ability. Good luck, Jean¬ nette, and may you be successful as a court stenographer. Girls’ Business Club; Choir; Girls ' Leaders ' Corps, Secretary; Girls League; Honor Society, Secretary; Lookout Editorial Board; Portal Board, Typist; Es¬ sayist; Salutatorian. JACOB BASS His sound thinking and practi¬ cal views make Jack ' ' or Yank (whichever you prefer) a nice fel¬ low to talk to if you want to hear the latest on something scienti¬ fic or mathematical. Definitely a student, he trained all his attention on studies in school, but edited a small newspaper outside. Jack’’ hasn’t decided whether to revolu¬ tionize the airplane business by going into aeronautics or make his fortune at something else. Choir; Chemistry Club, Secre¬ tary. IRVING BECKANSTIN Becky’s” self-assurance has been the envy of the meeker stu¬ dents of our class and the per¬ plexity of the faculty. He is easily seen in any gathering because of his tall stature. His popularity is two-fold as he is considered a good fellow” by the boys and has gained admiring glances from the girls. Chemistry Club, Treasurer; French Club; Latin Club. FLORENCE BEERS Very tiny in stature and pert in her way is Flossie.” A newcom¬ er to our ranks, hailing from Hartford High, she was no doubt a gain for Weaver. She likes to draw, collect stamps and poems, and she carries a bunch of photo¬ graphs around with her. Sounds interesting, doesn’t it? GOLDEANE BELESKIE “Goldie” is a lively, good-na¬ tured girl who has always been willing to help others when they were in distress. She is a real friend to all and has a disposi¬ tion which is sweet and mild. She possesses a very sociable nature. Goldie” intends to enter the business world, and we’re sure that whatever she undertakes, she will be successful. Choir; Girls’ League. 1 Mg MARTHA BENEDICT Martha, one of the more schol¬ arly members of our class, was the pride and joy of many a teacher. She certainly got the most out of school life in Weaver and will un¬ doubtedly continue to do so in Vassar, her chosen college. In spite of this, Martha is definitely not a grind, for she found plenty of time to make numerous friends and be a grand pal to everyone. Chemistry Club; French Club; Girls League; Honor Society; Latin Club; Portal Board; Lookout Editorial Board; Historian. JOSEPH BERG Always ready to give his opin¬ ion, generally an accurate one, Joe has started more than his share of lively class discussions that made school days enjoyable. Besides being a good student, Joe” holds the respect and good wishes of all Weaverites. His ready smile and quick wit make him a good companion. Dramatic Club. MARY BERGSTROM Mary goes in for sports in a big way. She wields a mean racquet on the tennis court, and every season she plays on the cur¬ rent team, whether it be basket¬ ball, soccer, or tennis. She hopes to enter training in Hartford Hospital, and consequently we used to see her puzzling out geom¬ etry and chemistry problems with an Tll-pass-or-bust” look about her. Well ask for you, Mary, when we have our tonsils out. Girls ' League; Girls’ Leaders ' Corps; Chemistry Club; Girls’ Sports. ALVIN BERMAN Though burdened by after¬ school labor, Alvin had time to earn the name of friend from many a boy, and girl too. He was not a glowing genius in the class¬ room, yet his marks seldom hov¬ ered so low as to be in danger. He enjoys stamp collecting and is said to have quite a collection. To such a chap, we wish the best of luck. BERNICE BERMAN ' Bernie, a true friend, an earnest worker, and a dependable person, made herself a friend to many. She took her school work very seriously, and sometimes over-burdened herself with books. Her greatest concern presented it¬ self in stenography and typing, and the sight of her behind a typewriter in every spare moment never appeared unusual. C. H. L. S.; Girls ' League; Lookout Editorial Board. WILLIAM BERMAN After leaving school in his jun¬ ior year, Bill” returned to fin¬ ish out his course in preparation for entering a pharmacy college. This is evidence enough of his will to get ahead. Lanky of form with curly hair, he was a pleasant individual and agreeable to us all. We re sorry we knew him for such a short while. ESMOND BERNIER To our gallant Admiral,” whose claim to fame lies in the feat of building the only sea-going craft ever to be hatched” in the Weaver Shipyards, we propose a toast! To this self-appointed offi¬ cer of the good ship Mae,” we give due credit. His future plans include learning the mechanics of airplanes and boats. Camera Club. LOUIS BERNSTEIN Although Snookie” towers above us physically, he is not too far away to give us a friendly smile. Louis’s chief interest is mu¬ sic—he plays the sax—and he plans to make it his life’s work. His good-natured and cheerful manner should indeed be an asset in helping him to succeed. Choir; Dramatic Club; Glee Club; Orchestra. ELIZABETH BERTRAM Betty” has a tw T eedy, rather English air about her which is ex¬ plained, perhaps, by her love of horses. Being an expert in the kitchen, Bet” also regales her friends with pickles and such. She hopes to cash in” on this natural bent by finding work in the Home Economics field. Girls ' League. RALPH BIMONTE Ralph is that industrious looking fellow you ' ve seen sweeping through the halls of this school. Somehow, he always seems to have something to keep him busy. You are liable to be overcome by nervous prostration just watching him work. However, he’s never so busy that he can ' t make a new friend. NEAL BLODGETT An all-sport fan, Neal has found great pleasure in athletics. He enjoys swimming and is an ar¬ dent Boy Scout. Blond, quiet, and jovial when in a group, Neal was very popular with his own gang.” He drew many an admir¬ ing glance from members of the fairer sex as he ambled down the hall. Swimming Team. BERNARD BLUM When Bernie had a few ex¬ tra minutes, he’d usually spend them playing chess with the Chess Club, for here ' s one lad that’s an ardent chess enthusiast. However, many’s the time that we ' ve seen this smiling lad with the blonde hair go galloping through the halls in search of news for The Look¬ out.” Boys ' Commercial Club; Chess Club; Choir; Lookout Editorial Board MILLICENT BOLLING Millie’’ has been an invaluable aid to “The Lookout,’ and to her numerous other clubs; yet she has still been capable of being on the honor roll. She always has a kind word and an engaging smile for everyone she meets. Fond of mu¬ sic, both classical and modern, Millie’’ was a steady attender at all school dances. Choir; French Club; Girls ' League; Glee Club; Honor So¬ ciety; Lookout Editorial Board, Editor-in-Chief; Nominating Com¬ mittee; Quill and Scroll. LUCILLE BOLTON Lucille is tall, with light hair and fair skin. Her adaptability to science proves that she will make a fine nurse, and her gentleness will also aid her in this field. Her genuine spirit has made her many friends and no doubt will continue to do the same when she leaves Weaver’s corridors. Girls ' League; Girls Sports. SAMUEL BOTTARO Sam’s ' interests are varied, for besides liking sports, such as base¬ ball, football, and track, he shows a noticeable tendency for causing maidens ' hearts to flutter. His spe¬ cialty in the sports field is track. A congenial fellow with a fine dis¬ position, he holds the respect and admiration of all those who know him. Cross Country Team; Track Team. FRANCIS BOWERS Fran’’ is well liked for his sun¬ ny disposition—and his long eye¬ lashes! They make a hit with the girls despite his bashfulness. He never had an unkind word for anyone, nor can anyone entertain with justice a bad opinion of him. With his winning personality, he is sure to be a real success. Matinee Dance Committee; Ring Committee; Chairman of Re¬ ception Committee. MARY BRAGG Mary’s vivid personality gained her many friends and admirers, for she dared to be different. Her straight-forward manner, lively sense of humor, and an all- around excellence in sports make her welcome to all groups, but especially to athletics. Commercial photography is the career Mary plans for herself. Girls Leaders ' Corps; Girls’ League; Girls’ Sports. ALICE BRANCHE Alice’s cheery hello was a greeting everyone looked forward to. With this salute and her ever- ready smile, all our blue Mon¬ days were changed to bright , sun¬ ny days. Judging from the de¬ licious aroma that comes from the kitchen when Alice is there, she certainly ought to be successful in her career as a dietitian. Choir; Glee Club. SAUL BREITMAN Saul did not participate in any of Weaver’s various activities, yet almost everyone knew and liked him. The reason for this lies, no doubt, in the fact he’s a good all- around sort of a fellow. Summer always finds him playing tennis on Keney Park’s courts and win¬ ter skating on its pond. DAVID BROMBERG Dubby’s” work as an end on the football team won city-wide acclaim. Always a swell sport, he won the admiration of both team¬ mate and foe. His work with the racquet on the tennis team helped Weaver win state-wide attention in that sport. Dubby ' s” ambition to beat H. P. H. S. in football came true at last! Now he can at¬ tend college in peace! Good luck, Dubby!” Basketball Squad; Swimming Team; Tennis Team; Class Mar¬ shal; End on City Championship Football Team. SOLOMON BROMBERG When So l’’ rolled down the halls, his presence couldn’t help being felt. Being on the slightly chubby side (which was his most dominant side), he supplied inter¬ ference for some of our smaller sophomores. But this didn ' t hurt his ability to get A s. Sol’’ was a Latin “shark, and didn’t have much trouble with other subjects either. With study, he mixed pleasure, as his membership in or¬ ganizations shows. German Club; Honor Society; Junior Usher; Latin Club. ELIHU BROOKS Very quiet and self-contented is Elihu. In spite of his reserved ex¬ terior manner, he can liven up when the occasion calls for it, and he really has a sense of humor. Natural history and photography interest him especially. He’s rather shy with girls, but his host of boy friends perhaps makes up for that. MARION BROWN Marion’s thoughtfulness and cheerful disposition brought her many friends. Her reserved man¬ ner did not kee p us in doubt as to her scholastic merits. The kindness of her heart was shown in her gentle ways and in her willing¬ ness to help others. Marion made her presence felt among us by her calm, decisive manner. Girls League. DOROTHY BURK As she walks down the hall, ‘Dotty’’ is noted chiefly for her glorious red hair which is always becomingly curled. Dotty’’ goes about her schoolwork in an un¬ imposing fashion, with real inter¬ est in aviation, crocheting and reading. She intends to work after leaving school and, what¬ ever the job, she is sure to be a capable worker. Girls ' League. JAMES BUTLER Jimmie could always be de¬ pended upon to do his work well, and to mind his own business. He seldom spoke unless spoken to, or unless he had something worth¬ while to say. Even when reply¬ ing to questions, Jimmie spoke as briefly as possible. Brevity must have been his motto and aim. Tis said that men of few words are the best! Honor Society; Chemistry Club. GLORIA CACASE Gloria, now the Glory of the graduating class, may some day be the glory of ' 39—if you follow our line of thought. She might be¬ come a secretary, but, if so, we know she won ' t forget her love for dancing and sports. Glory ' s quiet, shy manners will make her well liked outside of Weaver’s halls and take her far along a ca¬ reer road. Girls League; Girls ' Business Club; Ingleside Club; Cheer Leader; Portal Board, Typist. ISABEL CACASE All the girls have envied Isa¬ bel at one time or another. And can you blame them? She’s one of the prettiest lassies in the class; she dresses well; she’s very pop¬ ular, especially with the males; she’s intelligent, active socially, and prominent in extra-curricular activities. As if that’s not enough, Isabel dances divinely and pos¬ sesses a radiant and charming per¬ sonality. In fact, she has just about got everything! Girls League, Treasurer; Mati¬ nee Dance Committee; Junior Prom Committee; Lookout Busi¬ ness Board; Portal Board; Proph¬ etess; Reception Committee. EDNA CAHILL Eddie was one of the most conservative and serious minded persons in our class. Even though she has such a quiet manner, she is always friendly and sociable with everyone. Her patience and skill, coupled with tact and sym¬ pathy, make us feel certain that she will be successful. Girls ' League. MARY CALLAN This blue-eyed Miss went in for dancing in a big way. She merrily tripped the light fantastic in Weaver s gym and never lacked an enthusiastic partner. However, she did not spend all of her time having fun, for her aspirations of becoming a stenographer made it necessary for her to concentrate on her studies. Girls ' Business Club; Girls League. STELLA CANTAR A flashing smile, a joyous laugh, and a friendly disposition —all make up the pleasing per¬ sonality of “Stel.” She possesses the most sociable nature, and was always willing to lend a hand for any cause. Her greatest aim is to become a dental hygienist, and with such a personality we can be assured of her success. Never seen without a group about her, Stella is one of those fortunate few who have a great many friends. Girls ' League; Chemistry Club. MORTON CAPLAN Baltimore’s loss was Hartford ' s gain, for Curly ' s ' good humor enlivened many a class and no doubt will continue to gain him many friends. It ' s hard to tell when Morton’s serious, but that makes us like him all the more. Curly, ' ' a swing addict, hopes to attend a business school for accountancy. Track Squad. ROLANDE CARBONNEAU Another offspring of that fa¬ mous Carbonneau family is gradu¬ ating from Weaver. Just as her sisters before her, she was a care¬ free lass, a vivacious and pleas¬ ing character, and a charming damsel. She was always interest¬ ed in having a good time. Besides being well known on the dance floor, Rolande also excelled in ice-skating, one of her favorite sports. Girls’ Leaders ' Corps; Junior Prom Committee; Reception Com¬ mittee. ANGELINE CARDILLO In Joye one may find a real and true pal. She has always been loyal and devoted to those with whom she has made friends. In class she was very quiet, as most wise and ambitious students are. Anyone who needs a helping hand may count on Joye to come to the rescue. Girls’ League; Ingleside Club. VIOLA CARUSO “Vi just adores dancing, read¬ ing, and sports. She maintains a quiet demeanor, but it forms a marvelous background for the nurs¬ ing career which she intends to pursue. “Vi” does not say much at times, but when she speaks you can be sure it’s something interest¬ ing. A bright and cheery smile is her greatest asset. Chemistry Club; Girls ' League; Honor Society. FLORENCE CASASANTA Fluff” possesses a modest and silent demeanor. Her courteous manner and sunny smile endear her to all her friends. Always willing to help, her generosity is quite apparent. Not acquainted with most of the seniors, she has the assets of making little noise and of usually appearing self- possessed. Ingleside Club. ROBERT CHAET Definitely the serious type, Rob¬ ert trained all his attention on equipping himself for a business career. Never outspoken, he was heard from only when his answer meant something. The ideal stu¬ dent, he prided himself in learn¬ ing something new each day. A substantial business is his ambi¬ tion. LOUIS CHAZAN Whitey” may be pointed out as Weaver’s shining example of a scholar and an athlete, for, besides receiving his cherished letter in track, he was often a recipient of scholastic honors. In addition to these feats, Louis was considered by all as a good fellow. It was amazing to note how, though di¬ minutive in size, he apparently flew over terra firma in the broad jump in track. Latin Club; Track Team. MARTIN CHERLIN Martin’s hobby is making friends and influencing people. Influencing a slap bass is also on his list. His ushering at a cer¬ tain local theater might pave the way for his being a movie critic. But in view of his pleasing smile and radiant personality we think more serious things are in his path! Glee Club; Choir; German Club; Inter-High School Orches¬ tra; Orchestra; Camera Club. GERALDINE CHILDS Gerry’’—one of the most pop¬ ular and prettiest girls in the class of ' 39. Her winning smile and cute way cannot be resisted. She marched through Weaver halls gathering friends about her, and, no doubt, she’ll continue marching through life in the same manner with her good taste and her re¬ markable dancing ability, the envy of her admirers. Girls League; Ring Committee; Reception Committee. GLADYS CHRIST Quiet, business-like, friendly, and cheerful; that in a nutshell constitutes Shorty.” Being a loyal friend herself, she is never wanting for companionship. She came to Weaver after having gone to school in Maine. Nursing will be her profession, and we can’t conceive a nicer nurse than Shorty.” We’ll see you in the hospital, Gladys! Girls’ League. JOSEPH CLARK Joseph has great ambitions along the chemistry line, and de¬ lights in chasing the little mole¬ cules round the lab. Boat¬ building occupies much of his lei¬ sure time. His cheerful disposi¬ tion and never-failing smile are effective gloom chasers, and we feel that Dame Fortune will smile on him. CORINNE CLAUSON Corky” has many of the qualities which make a real sport. She has a winning personality, an even disposition, and a spon¬ taneous smile. Corky” has two attractions, one being sports. The other is dancing, in which she finds great pleasure. Her friends all proclaim her as a swell sport” and hope for her future happiness. Girls’ League. FRED CLEAVES Judging from his nickname Butch and the fact that he takes a shot” at almost every¬ one, you’d think this big fellow was a gangster. No such thing, however! He’s just another pho¬ tography fan who carried his cam¬ era around in school and took great glee in catching pictures of us in our awkward moments. Camera Club. WILLIAM CLEMENS Bill,” a former St. Thomas Seminarian, finds that his quiet manner is no handicap in making friends. Since he entered Weaver, his list has grown rapidly—in¬ cluding numbers of both sexes. Bill” likes Weaver, but admits a secret longing for St. Thomas. THE WELL-ROUNDED LIFE Education aims to teach pupils the art of successful living. Weaver ' s boys and girls can accomplish this by developing themselves mentally, physi¬ cally, and spiritually. In school, through study and concentration, they can increase their mental powers, sound the depth of their ability, and, through many interests, widen the scope of their horizon. They are helped in making good futures for themselves by the teachers, who endeavor to impart to them the high ideals of civilization. They are taught to become worthy citizens by strengthening their character, developing their self-independence and initiative, and by thinking constructively. In this power-mad world, fearing the threat of war, the hope of the future rests with the school children of today and tomorrow. Weaver’s students can contribute to that hope by making their lives fuller, more effective, normal, and useful to their community. For that, mental ability alone is not enough. They must round out their lives by keeping themselves physically fit and active, and constantly aware of the finer, more subtle things of life that lift us out of the sordid and the commonplace. Participating in the school’s sports teaches young people how to use recreation in a beneficial way. Even more, it teaches clean sportsmanship and fair competition and thus guides the pupils into better channels and inspires them to greater effort. Apprecia¬ tion of art, literature, and music helps toward richer, happier lives, well- rounded lives, that are assets to the world. [ 38 ] LAWRENCE COHEN “Larry ' s big smile and practi¬ cal jokes gained him many friends at Weaver; but not all of his time was devoted to merri¬ ment. “Larrywas a student of considerable note, and more than once his name appeared on the Honor Roll. His interests varied somewhat—from sports to mem¬ bers of the fair sex. He looks for¬ ward to more education, a for¬ tune, and life of leisure. Wow! Chemistry Club; German Club; Latin Club. SARETA COHEN A friendly, lively manner ac¬ counts largely for the popularity of Sareta, whose “heart full of fun manifests itself in a cheer¬ ful laugh and infectious gaiety. In watching Sareta ' s dancing, we easily see that she is also the en¬ viable possessor of a “heart full of rhythm.” Girls ' League. EUGENE COLANDRO Although Moldy” is short in stature, he is not short of words. Arguing is his chief hobby, and we have yet to see someone beat him in this respect. He enjoys playing pool and all kinds of sports. Upon leaving Weaver, this well-liked lad hopes to become a salesman, so that he can continue with his beloved hobby—arguing. May you succeed outside of school as well as you have in it! ANNA COLBERT Another of the quiet girls whom we have been fortunate enough to have in our midst these pleasant three years is Ann. Never at¬ tempting to be the whole show,” she has calmly gone about her way helping a fellow student and making new friends and pals. We wish her lots of luck in the fu¬ ture. GUSSIE COLBERT Versatility and good-sports¬ manship make up the charm of Gussies personality. Not only does Gussie excel in the field of sports such as basketball, soccer and baseball, but she also dances well. Have you ever watched her “go to town” at any of the sport dances? Girls ' Sports. FRANCES COLELLO “Fran’s” polite, quiet disposition helped to make her a pleasant classmate. They say that all wom¬ en talk incessantly; however, Fran” has proved an exception to the rule. As a sympathetic lis¬ tener to all, a pleasant companion, and a ready assistant, she has gained a strong following. Choir; Girls’ League. SAUL COLEMAN Saul, a proud possessor of a pair of educated feet, hopes to at¬ tain fame as a tap dancer. To keep in step with his desired pro¬ fession, he has danced through school without too serious a re¬ gard for his studies. His stage name remains a mystery, but at present he answers to the alias of “Tex.” ABRAHAM CORDOVA ‘ Remmie” was one of those boys who just could not be quiet. A most cheerful grin and a very pleasing personality enabled him to win many lasting friends. Eng¬ lish was the one subject ' Rem¬ mie ” had trouble with, but when it came to serving an ice-cream soda, it was no trouble at all for him to make it “dee-lishous.” Football Squad. ODELL CROUCH Though small in stature, this likeable chap does not lack the gift of making friends, and most of us know him to possess a keen sense of humor. Music was one of his special weaknesses, as shown in his ability as a pianist! Some day we may have to pay to hear him! DORIS CROWLEY Now you see her, now you don’t. Doris’s merry little figure was always to be seen rushing to her next class. This petite Miss won fame and admiration from her classmates through her dancing ability. Her many talents were de¬ voted to the New England Work¬ shop and the Ballet Guild. We’re sure that future years will bring Doris the success she deserves. Girls’ League. EDMUND CUNNINGHAM Eddie’’ was an easy-going and jovial chap who always enjoyed playing tricks upon other members of his class. He was an ardent supporter of wearing pants above the shoes, so that his bright stock¬ ings could be seen by all. It is his ambition to travel around the world, but, he says, “Not in the navy!’’ LAWRENCE DALESSIO “Larry’s,’’ or “Dale’s,” as you like it, main interest is sports, par¬ ticularly baseball, and his special¬ ty is pitching. Dark, handsome, and curly-headed, he has been the apple of more than one girl’s eye. An outdoor man at heart, he takes to camping as a duck takes to wa¬ ter. Baseball Squad; Color Com¬ mittee. FRANKIE DALEY Frankie is one of our quiet girls, but in spite of this we find her very friendly. She has a pleasing personality that attracts us when¬ ever she designs to give us a pleasant smile. We all admire her quiet ways and hope that she will succeed in her desire to tour the United States. ANNA DAMATO Although “Ann” has a quiet manner, she is very sociable. She is studious and is also a very neat dresser. Were sure that “Ann” will make a good business wom¬ an, for she is very clever along that line. She has a sunny smile that will brighten the office in which she expects to do secretarial work. Girls’ League. DAVID DAVIES “Dave,” our latest arrival, came from Hartford High. Al¬ though H. P. H. S. is our arch ri¬ val. it did us a good turn by send¬ ing “Dave here, for he has proved himself a loyal friend and the possessor of a dynamic per¬ sonality. We sincerely regret that he wasn ' t here for the whole three years. ITHAMAR DAVIS “Dave” is a fun-loving young¬ ster who is always practicing his pranks and jokes on unsuspecting victims, most of whom are girls. All joking aside, this Romeo’s main interests lie in baseball and in attending an engineering school, where he will probably continue his pranks on fellow- students. Choir. LILLIAN DEMERS ALEX DAWSON Neither reticent nor bashful, Speed’ Dawson, although not too seriously troubled by having to study, for the most part finds life well worth living. He delights in being in the limelight, especially in the company of a young lady. More ambitious than some of his classmates who are looking for P. W. A. jobs, Alex hopes to en¬ ter the P. W. I. (Pratt and Whitney Institute). MARGUERITE DEGNAN ‘Peg’s quiet manner may de¬ ceive you. Underneath her out¬ ward demureness, we who know her have found a real girl and a true pal. She’s an excellent worker and a friend upon whom all can depend. Were sure that “Peg” will succeed, for she is a neat, intelligent, refined young lady with a wonderful per¬ sonality. Girls League. ELEANOR DeGRAY “Dixie is the quiet, gentle and conscientious type of girl who al¬ ways tries hard and takes life rather seriously. Though not one to elbow her way through a crowd, she got there just the same. She likes music and loves to knit. Eleanor plans to go to work after graduation. Good luck, El.” Girls’ League; Ingleside Club. FRANCIS DeLUCCO Where “Frank got the power to drive those baseballs over the fence is answered by his nick¬ name “Fat.” Short, but plenty sturdy, his potent bat drove many a Weaver runner across home plate. Rarely was a fly ball seen leaking through his glove. A lover of the game, he regards it as his one and only hobby. But, for a change, “Fat” plays basketball and football. Baseball Team; Basketball Team; Football Squad. A pair of blue eyes—and a pretty face to match—are the en¬ viable possessions of “Lill. She’s also small and sweet. “Lill ' s” go¬ ing to be a nurse—the kind that makes one say, “Am I in heaven? when he comes out of the ether. Dancing, horseback riding, and skating are her hobbies. Chemistry Club. GERTRUDE DESKE Gertrude, with a pleasant dis¬ position, has made her way through high school, taking things as they come. She was always po¬ lite and willing to help those in trouble. “Gert” was a quiet, hard¬ working student, and we re sure she will succeed as a clerical worker. Girls League. FRANCES DESTITO “Fran’s” cheery attitude and perfect sense of humor make her a pleasant companion in any gathering. An accomplished swim¬ mer and a good dancer, she ex¬ pects to attend business school, with the idea of becoming a sec¬ retary. With her joyous spirit, “Fran” should do well in this field. Girls’ League. ABRAHAM DEXLER “Abe was very active in the affairs of the commercial depart¬ ment. Those acquainted with him in the Commercial Club knew he was an asset to that organization. He plans to enter college and study to become an accountant. Here in school, he won many friends, both boys and girls, be¬ cause of a very pleasing person¬ ality. Boys ' Commercial Club. PHILIP DiCORCIA Phil ' s good-natured disposi¬ tion has gained for him the ad¬ miration and friendship of all of his fellow students. The fall and spring of each year found him busily engaged in his favorite sports, football and track respec¬ tively. Phil,’’ a great one for drawing, is one of Weaver’s ar¬ dent dance enthusiasts. Junior Prom Committee; Track Team; Guard on City Champion¬ ship Football Team. MAYE DiFAZIO Mayes stunning clothes were the object of many an admiring glance or comment as she walked through Weaver’s halls. Her sense of comedy has kept many of us in stitches. Social work has a certain fascination for Maye, and she in¬ tends to develop it as a career. JOHN DOBI Dobie, tall, blond and fairly good looking, did not mingle much in the social life at Weaver, and the reason was not that he spent too much time on studies, but sim¬ ply time was lacking. An athlete of no mean ability, John played on several teams at the Watkinson School. Basketball Squad. RICHARD DOBMEIER When Dick wasn ' t enjoying himself playing baseball, he was studying some plans and whittling away accordingly. Woodworking attracts his practical ability. He ' s one of those few modern boys who still hopes to be a true crafts¬ man. Dick anticipates a future in the art of cabinet-making. CARL DiLORENZO Carl was a quiet and unassum¬ ing lad who went about his work in a very diligent manner. He pos¬ sessed a very powerful build, and this should stand him in good stead when he leaves school be¬ cause Carl intends to become a state trooper. From what he has shown us here in school, we say that he will make a very efficient one. Good luck, Carl. VICTOR DiPRATO Vic’s good nature and fellow¬ ship to others have gained for him friends everywhere. He is one of these smooth-haired, dark-eyed young gentlemen who always ex¬ ert a powerful influence over the apposite sex. Vic is also quite a football player and would have given our eleven plenty of sup¬ port if he had gone out for the team. LEON DOBROWOLSKY Flash proved himself quite a Romeo by speaking to every fair damsel who passed him in the hall. We never found out whether this was a habit or a hobby. However, with his daring, happy-go-lucky spirit, he did well on the track team, and made himself many friends while in Weaver. Track Team. MYRTLE DOHM Myrt has the distinction of being the only girl in our class in¬ terested in missionary and reli¬ gious work. She expects to stay at Weaver for one more year and then go to Taylor University. We think that her willing-to-help spirit is an asset now and will certainly be in her future w T ork. Choir. ELINOR DOTEN JOSEPH DOLAN Being a newcomer here, Joe did not associate with many of the boys and girls at Weaver. He has a singularly quiet and business¬ like demeanor, and very seldom have we ever seen him laugh. He intends to find a position in an insurance office, and no doubt he ' ll soon be selling us a policy or two. EDWARD DONALDSON Everyone knows Eddie. He s the boy behind the large pile of books that one sees walking ' in the corridors after school. “Ed is a popular fellow and possesses a rare sense of humor. Among his varied diversions, he includes bowling and dramatics. However, he seems to have a certain interest in The Order of Rainbow for Girls, too. Boys Commercial Club. MYRA DORENBAUM My always carried an air of sophistication with her as she walked through Weaver’s corri¬ dors. The friendly and sincere character which she possesses was known to only her closest friend because of her aloofness. Myra is especially interested in dancing, and she hopes to enter the New York Dancing School after leav¬ ing Weaver. Girls League. FLORENCE DORFMAN “Flossie’s love of a good time has prevented her from devoting a lot of time to her studies. Her tall, slender form graced many a dance floor, and her witty remarks made her good company. Florence plans to be a nurse and her lively nature ought to cheer up many sick folk. Chemistry Club. Dancing and roller-skating pro¬ vide Blondie’s recreation and pleasure. Her ready wit and hu¬ mor, together with her fine blonde hair, have made her welcome at parties and gatherings. She never seems to take anything too seri¬ ously and, so far, her plans for the future are quite vague. CATHERINE DOWDELL Catherine ' s extensive imagina¬ tion has led her into telling many a tale that has aroused much in¬ terest from her more prosaic com¬ panions. Her jolly, happy-go- lucky mannerisms have made her a very interesting person, and a good friend. We are sure she will be successful in her chosen career as a social worker. Choir; Girls League. THOMAS DOYLE “Tommy Doyle, that Irish lover of fun and frolic! He’d rather have a good time than eat —almost. Girls don’t bother Tommy —he takes them or leaves them, preferring, of course, the former. An irrepressible young man, you may have him down but never out. HARVEY DUBINSKY His wavy hair and pleasant smile drew many a sigh from feminine admirers. But Harvey never seemed to care; or maybe his acting ability concealed the fact. A member of the Dramatic Club, Harvey gave a commenda¬ ble performance in My Son.” In the future, he would like to live abroad and devote some time to literature. Dramatic Club, President; His¬ torian. JOSEPH DUFFY Joe, a cheerful and happy-go- lucky fellow with a crop of flam¬ ing red hair, was in his element on the football team. Although a very good and valuable player, he did not receive any too much pub¬ licity for his efforts. His untiring blocking in the backfield helped Weaver to reach the heights it did in its most successful football sea¬ son. Congratulations to a fine football player and a ‘‘swell ' ’ fel¬ low. Halfback on City Championship Football Team. GRACE DUNCAN Proving that good things come in small packages, “Dunk,” who is “tres petite, has a personality which fits her tinyness very well. She ' s arty, clever, and altogether charming. Her activity in the Girls’ Business Club and as secre¬ tary for “The Portal” has well prepared Grace for her chosen ca¬ reer. Girls’ Business Club; Girls’ League; Junior Prom Committee; Portal Business Board, Secretary. DOROTHY DUNN “Dot” Dunn graced Weaver with the presence of a very pleas¬ ing personality and a clever wit. Her charming coiffure and her at¬ tractive appearance have hypno¬ tized many people. Her gentle hand is going to make her a fine nurse and her practical abilities will also help in her chosen field. Ingleside Club. JEAN DURANTE Born in the romantic city of gondolas and canals, Jean con¬ tributed something of the exotic to our class. Aside from her birth¬ place, Jean, alias “Boots,” is a modern American Miss, preparing for a career in business, and, at the same time, is proficient in the kitchen. Girls’ League. MARY EASINSKY Mary, a quiet, unobtrusive young miss, goes about her busi¬ ness without bothering a soul. However, she doesn ' t spend all her time in silence, as she is an enthusiastic dancer and sports¬ woman of much ability. After graduation, Mary plans to take up the fine career of nursing at St. Agnes’ Home. Girls’ League. ROBERT EDDY A firm believer in the theory of enjoying today and letting tomor¬ row look out for itself, there was never a dull moment with “Bob” around. It seems as though he be¬ lieves in getting his fun now, be¬ cause he hopes for a career in dentistry. He’s a tennis player of great merit and one of our most popular students. Tennis Team; Junior Prom Committee. MARJORIE EIS Benevolent fate was deter¬ mined not to be disappointed when she bestowed on Marj’’ that blond hair and fair com¬ plexion. With the help of these two assets, she has stirred the heart of many a Weaver youth. Dancing seems to be one of Mar¬ jorie’s favorite pastimes, for she spent many an evening tripping the light fantastic. We shall ex¬ pect “big things ' of this attrac¬ tive “little miss”! GLORIA ELOVICH “Glory” has always been prominent in our corridors due to her fair face and pleasant man¬ ner. Her curling black hair fram¬ ing her lovely complexion makes a very pleasant picture. “Glory” is aiming for that much-sought- after position of a secretary, and we trust that she’ll hit her mark. Girls ' League. THE COMMERCIAL ARTIST If, in the next few years, one were to follow the course of some Weaver graduates, a few members of the class might be seen working at top speed in studios and advertising agencies which must meet the demands of keen competition. They will be using their artistic talent and sense of commer¬ cial values to make a stronger sales appeal and increase profit for business. They will probably be decorating novelties such as compacts, combs, and ashtrays, or illustrating dress patterns, mail order catalogues, magazines, books, and advertisements. Some might even be engaged in commercial photography, “shooting almost everything conceivable — flowers, children at play, skyscrapers, fruit, liners, and farm machinery, for manufacturers and advertisers. The boys and girls from Weaver who enter this occupation will be doing an important phase of industrial work. Both the advertising illustrator and photographer will be helping the public to better visualize the car, dress, or home advertised in newspapers and magazines. In that way a greater de¬ sire to buy may be created in consumers. Novelty painters will be making merchandise more attractive to the eye, and magazine illustrators will draw pleasing designs and pictures to accompany our reading matter. Commercial art is indeed an integral part of the business world, a fair field beckoning to Weaver’s artists, whose work is bound to make them invaluable to the future. [ 46 ] RITA ETHIER JAMES ELOVICH ‘Jimmy’’ answers the descrip¬ tion of what most girls call cute, for the fair damsels seem to ad¬ mire a flashing smile and wavy hair. He has many friends, and they always associate the term a regular fellow with him. In the near future, James will be looking for a position as a draftsman. RICHARD ELRICK ‘ Red’s” a jolly good fellow whose word has been proven to be as good as his bond. An en¬ thusiastic devotee of all sports, he either participates in or attends every athletic event of Weaver. He also takes special notice of the fairer sex on the sidelines. Richard wants to attend college, but be¬ yond that his plans are indefinite. Football, Manager; Track Squad. HARRIET EPSTEIN A perfect example of gaiety, Eppy” has risen to a high posi¬ tion in the minds of her class¬ mates. Her winning manner and pleasant disposition brought her great popularity, and her out¬ standing radiance could easily have taken the place of the sun on a rainy day. French Club; Girls’ League. SAUL EPSTEIN Besides giving us a football championship last year, Hartford Public High School also presented us with another gift, namely, Saul, who proved to be a ‘swell’’ pres¬ ent. Eppie,” another one of those dual personality boys, was quite the silent one in school, but be¬ came a regular fellow after 2:00 p. m. Wavy-haired Saul made a good impression wherever he went. Although Rita may look rather frail, she can certainly hold her own when it comes to sports. She has often been admired for her skill in shooting baskets, and her soccer ability is not to be sneezed at, either. Rita plans to be a stenographer, and her charming personality and her dignified man¬ ner will help her to get ahead. Girls Leaders’ Corps; Girls’ League. SYLVIA FACTOR Sylvia is a girl whose quietness prevented us from getting to know her very well. However, we do know that she was a good stu¬ dent and was interested in Glee Club and Choir work. Her plans for the future are rather indefi¬ nite, but we re sure she’ll con¬ tinue successfully. Choir; Girls League; Glee Club; Portal Board, Typist. FRANCES FAUST In her sincere friendship, af¬ fable personality, ready s mile, and sense of humor, you have the se¬ cret of “Fran’s” popularity among us. Carrying the same principles into her chosen pro¬ fession, we predict a fine future for Frances as an interior deco¬ rator. Girls’ League. MELVIN FEINBUM Mike ' s” outward appearance is one of quietness and reserve, but that is just a mask for his friendly self. His loyalty has gained many companions in and outside of school. A bit undecided as to his occupation after his graduation, he may study veterinary at Penn. U. Chess Club. MIRIAM FEINGOLD ROSYLN FERMAN Miriam enjoys a good joke and when something strikes her funny there ' s no end to her laughter. However, she didn’t let her love of fun interfere with her school work, for she is a good student. Nursing is her chosen profession, and we certainly wish her luck. Chemistry Club; Girls’ League; Latin Club. MORRIS FELDMAN Morris is quiet plus. He d just as soon not go with girls but makes up for it by preparing for his college work of accounting. Always a good student in com¬ mercial work, Mo” finally de¬ cided he would like to carry on in this field. Northeast Junior High sent Weaver Mo, and Weaver ushers him out into the world to carry on and to become a future leader among American account¬ ants. Boys Commercial Club. RIVA FELDMAN Riva has gone through Weaver in a more or less subdued manner. Although a quiet person by na¬ ture, she has managed to prove herself an excellent student, a de¬ pendable person, and a helpful friend. She appears quite studious, but to one who has set high goals in life this is a decided asset. Choir; Girls’ Business Club; Girls ' League; C. H. L. S.; Honor Society. RUTH FELLOWS Her sweet face and quiet man¬ ner have endeared Ruth to many here at school and outside. The capacity to get angry just does not seem to find a place in her make-up. Her neat appearance and efficiency will be considerable assets in finding a position after she graduates from some business school. Girls’ League; Ingleside Club. Ra is usually bubbling over with gayety and producing her ef¬ fervescent giggle. For some time Ra has been employed out of school hours as a salesgirl, a role in which she has proved herself quite competent. However, she is more interested in hairdressing and hopes for a beauty parlor career. She also likes dancing and good fun like so many others in our class. Girls League; Choir. FRANCIS FERRIGNO If it weren’t so hard to wake up, Che-Che” (cute name that) would gladly sleep through all his classes. Though somewhat dila¬ tory in schoolwork, he figured prominently in outside activities and sports. Che-Che’ likes homecraft and wants to be a building contractor, and we re sure he’s not building castles in the air. How about a couple of sky scrap¬ ers, Che-Che”? Junior Prom Committee; Safety Club; Reception Committee. MURIEL FICHMAN Bubbling spirits and loads of personality would rightly de¬ scribe Muriel. She possesses an even temperament and an easy¬ going attitude. Having the char¬ acteristics of sociability and pleasantness, she made many friends. Her abilities in art and home ”ec” were something of a wonder. She can sing, too. Choir; Glee Club; Girls ' League; Ingleside Club. JANET FICKS Charming and daring — that’s our Janet. Her pleasing personal¬ ity has won her many friends, both male and female. Her lovely blond tresses and gray-blue eyes have caused many a girl to be en¬ vious. She is a smart, lively girl, well-liked and well-dressed. She has our friendship and sincere good wishes for the future. German Club; Girls’ League; Ingleside Club; Lookout Business Board; Matinee Dance Committee. JEROME FIEN Jerry typfied the ideal boy! He possessed those enviable qual¬ ities of brains, looks, ability to dress well, plenty of common sense, and the capability to get along well with others. What more could one ask? As conscien¬ tious as they come, Jerry has attained a high scholastic record and deserves all the praise we can bestow upon him. Chemistry Club: President: French Club, President: Portal Business Board: Honor Society: Junior Usher. MILDRED FIENMAN Mickey” skipped a rung in the ladder of education to graduate with us. We ' re not sorry to have her with us, for Mickey’s well- liked because of her personality and charm. Wc have often ad¬ mired and giggled at her notice¬ able Boston accent. She intends to study the ancient art of hair¬ dressing. Girls’ League. ARTHUR FIERBERG Art’s indifferent and unas¬ suming manner was quite evident in many of his remarks, for though everything went wrong, it never seemed to bother him. Be¬ cause he also had a large supply of practical common sense and na¬ tural leadership, many of his friends often came to him for sound advice. Art” is another out¬ door man who likes all sports. Camera Club; Chemistry Club; Nominating Committee. ARTHUR FISHER Fish” left us a while back for Enfield High, and we missed that cheery grin of his. His amiable personality obtained a lot of friends who always enjoyed his pleasant companionship. We hear that he is somewhat of the Don Casan¬ ova type. He intends entering the business world; this ability to make friends will help him immensely. Chemistry Club; Choir; Swim¬ ming Squad. THOMAS FLANAGAN Tommy” came to us from St. Thomas Seminary at the begin¬ ning of his Senior Year, so that many of us did not get a chance to become acquainted with him. However, those who got to know him found that the indications of a jovial nature — freckles, red hair, and an Irish name — did not lie. Tommy liked to dance, and he could swing it” quite well. KATHRYN FLYNN A fan and participant of out¬ door sports and a loyal worker for the good of the school is Kay”. Petite and vivacious, she has spent many hours working on commit¬ tees. Her pleasantness should be a good asset to gain for her a worthwhile job in some office. Girls’ League; Nominating Com¬ mittee. DANIEL FOLEY A bashful chap, Pat quickly lost his bashfulness upon good ac¬ quaintance. He is a good sport and very friendly after you get to know him. An unassuming sort of fel¬ low Pat” had many attractive and welcome characteristics. Fre¬ quently he played pranks which amused his classmates. FLORENCE FORMAN We will always remember Flor¬ ence as an industrious worker pre¬ paring for a business career. Her spare time was mostly taken up by after-school jobs, so that we hadn’t much chance to become well-acquainted with her. But we’re sure that this time was well-spent in preparation for her future in the field of secretarial work. Girls League; Ingleside Club. NEUMAN FRANKLIN BENJAMIN FORNONZINI Ben wins his friends, not by loud words or actions, but by his quiet and admirable manner. Al¬ though he came from Bulkeley, he immediately transferred his loyalty to his new Alma Mater. His mystical eyes have attracted the attention of many a girl, as has his stately physique. Baseball Team; Honor Society. GEORGE FORST George came to Weaver from Germany in his senior year. Al¬ though he has been one of us for a short time, his quiet, business¬ like attitude has won many friends here. Among his assets he can number a charming accent, a smil¬ ing disposition, and a desire to become a full-fledged American. ANN FOSTER Ann’s grand passion lies in hair¬ dressing and hairstyles, of which she collects many interesting pic¬ tures. Her main wish is to attend a hairdressing school, so that she can learn to give others waves and curls just as becoming as her own. We’ll be in to see you for a permanent, Ann! Girls’ League. JOSEPH FOX Governor, the man with an irresistible smile, — a business man if there ever was one took shorthand and typing and had many a girl tossing a glance or two down his aisle. Just the same it didn’t mean much to this slick-haired lad because he in¬ tends first to succeed and later to become less serious minded! Boys’ Commercial Club Presi¬ dent; Class Treasurer. Behold the coming surgeon! Tis reported that his one ambition lies in the field of medicine. Rather a deceiving chap, Franky” seems a gentle lamb in the classroom, but he turns into a real lion in the presence of the ladies. Neu¬ man’s various hobbies range from training dogs to photography or music. Band; Camera Club, President; Orchestra. ANTHONY FRASCARELLI That man who strides the world like Colossus with all the feroci¬ ousness and looks of Camera is none less than “Frasc ”. His viewpoint was always broader than ours. He looked like sure football material, but he never re¬ ported! In the classroom we often found him a champion of human rights when injustice was done us. Track Team. IDA FREEDMAN Ida, affectionately called Idie, has an enviable scholastic record for her three years at Weaver. Tall and well-built, Idie has a reputation, as a good dancer, a charming person, and one who can take it as well as give. In the future, she expects to train for nursing. A Cappella Choir; Chemistry Club; Choir; Girls’ League; Glee Club; Honor Society; Latin Club. SAUL FREEDMAN Saul ' s friendly disposition and jovial attitude won for him friends here in school. With his droopy (or were they dreamy?) eyes and side splitting witticisms, Pickles,” as he was better known, has be¬ come the life of the party” in many groups. Having conquered so many friends here at Weaver, the man of the world will next take on some school of account¬ ancy. DOROTHY FRENCH A girl possessed with a charm¬ ing and amiable personality, Frenchy has been a success dur¬ ing her school career. Her pleas¬ ing disposition and friendliness to¬ wards others have won her many friends. Musically and artistically inclined, Frenchy’’ shows promise of future success. Her art work at Weaver often won high praise. Art-Crafts Club; Girls League; Ring Committee; Color Commit¬ tee, Chairman. LEROY FRENCH Gaze upon his fair complexion, blond hair, and tall stature to see why the girls admire Frenchy. He is actually as good as all mothers think their sons are — but aren t! Being very much interested in music, he has played in both Weaver s band and orchestra. Nice going, Frenchy. Band; Orchestra. LEONA FRIEDMAN Lee” could usually be seen feverishly working in The Look¬ out office, or hounding down some newsy bit for the paper. With her wit, attractive personality, and snappy style of writing, we should expect her to be known soon as tops in journalism, but she plans to attend business school. Girls ' League; C. H. L. S. SAMUEL FRIEDMAN The significance of his nickname and some of his actions will prob¬ ably never be deciphered, so we’ll leave them at that. Through those large round glasses, a pair of thoughtful eyes shone, and Ala¬ bama’s views livened many a class. His interpretations of poetry were indeed choice! While these were in progress, the whirring of the bodies of great bards was heard, as the corpses revolved in their respective graves! Well, we re all entitled to an opinion! Chess Club; Cross Country; German Club; Latin Club; Track Squad. ROBERT FULLER To see Bob’ sauntering through the corridors in his easy self-as¬ sured manner, one would hardly believe him to be so mischievous in his various classes. Besides his love of cutting up”, Bob” en¬ joys those outdoor sports of hunt¬ ing and fishing. From what we hear, he is a crack shot with the ole musket. He’s aiming for a business career right now. JOSEPH GAGLIARDI Nothing, apparently, can arouse this quiet, likeable lad to any show of anger. In fact, Joe is at times, too easy-going for his own good. Some day we intend to put a stick of dynamite under him just to see what he can accomplish when making use of his full capa¬ bilities. Out in the serious” world, we’d say he can and will do plenty! ARTHUR GALINSKY A very popular little fellow, Shorty” needs no introduction to Weaver students. He’s every¬ body’s best friend. His special in¬ interests include track and base¬ ball. If Shorty ' s” plans material¬ ize his fine personality will be transported across the continent as a treat to the students of the Uni¬ versity of Southern California where he expects to continue his education. Track Team ; Baseball Team; Tie Committee. JACOB GALINSKY Jake gave everyone a cheer, except himself, in executing his du¬ ties as a cheerleader. We there¬ fore give Jake” a rousing cheer for his fine work in that capacity. Always smiling, this fellow is un¬ decided whether he shall give the photography or aviation business a boost by selecting his career in one of these two fields. It will probably be aviation, for he’s go¬ ing places fast! Camera Club; Cheerleader; Chemistry Club. JOSEPH GALLAGHER If fish represented money, Joe would be a millionaire, for he’s caught “a million of ' em — that long — fishing being his hobby. ' Smiley” should be his nickname because he’s always smiling. Joe does not say much, but when he talks, every one listens. He main¬ tains an irresistible grin, and his handsome features should give Clark Gable a worry or two. Camera Club. BEATRICE GERSHMAN “Bee has gone through her three years at Weaver minding her own business, and keeping more or less to herself. Yet to those who know her well, she has many charming attributes. She is undecided as to the course she will folknv after her graduation, but have no fear, success will be hers. Girls’ League. MALCOLM GETZ “Blondie” has a way with the women, an outstanding bass voice, and a knack for automobile me¬ chanics. He has never given much serious thought to his studies, probably because no subject of¬ fered him the desired knowledge. His main future desire is to se¬ cure a job after he graduates from Weaver! A Cappella Choir; Choir; Glee Club. JOSEPH GIAMPOLO Joe” is the kind of fellow everyone likes. In the classroom Joe” rates with the best, and socially — well, ask the girls! Al¬ ways ready with a witty reply when asked a question, he is a gentlemen with a pleasant man¬ ner. Very fond of dancing, Joe was something to behold” at the Weaver dances! Reception Committee. NORMA GINSBURG With a cool, calm, and collected nature, Norma appeared to most of us as a reserved person. Al¬ though not known to many, her own selected group found her a sincere and true friend. At times, she seemed to possess an extremely self-conscious attitude, but in reality, she could be as vivacious as the best of us. Girls’ League. IRVING GITLEN Giddy” might be called quite an industrious chap, for besides his regular school work and work¬ ing until the wee hours of the morn in the print shop, he also was quite active in Scouting. As a Junior Assistant Scoutmaster of a local troop he has been a credit to Weaver. Keep up the good work, Giddy.” Camera Club; German Club. MARION GITLEN Where one hears laughter, one finds Marion. She possesses a keen wit and a sparkling person¬ ality, and the combination has made her extremely popular. She has the cutest smile, and always acts sociable. Those who know Marion enjoy her company, and those who haven’t made her ac¬ quaintance have been deprived of some fun. She loves dancing, and what a swingster she makes! Girl ' s League. HILDA GITLIN A smile, a laugh, a carefree at¬ titude, and there you have the sunny disposition of Hilda. Wor¬ ries she had none, and to cloud her bright horizon was practically impossible. In the direst of misfor¬ tunes, Hilda braved the storm with a smiling countenance. As a con¬ genial student and friend, she, too, made her mark at Weaver. Girls’ League. THE SALES CLERK Many of Weaver ' s graduates will become salespeople, smiling cheerfully from behind counters, and ready with a courteous manner to help shoppers buy what they need. Each one who offers his services in this field knows that the tricky, high-pressure salesmen of former years are no longer toler¬ ated and that much depends on the salesperson to keep up a community ' s standard of living and to inspire the confidence of the buying public. For this reason, Weaver’s future salespeople are training themselves to use the technical knowledge, intelligence, and fine personality which selling requires. Like office workers, they are an indispensable part of the business world— indeed—its very life blood. Without them to distribute merchandise in a fashion very pleasing to the public, business would come to a standstill. The now throbbing hum of sewing and spinning machines and of looms would be silenced. Steel and iron factories would close. Food and household com¬ modities would be difficult to sell. That is why the position of a salesperson is as important as a diplomatic post, why the consumer would not buy so enthusiastically if those who sell were not helpful, tactful, and genuinely interested in solving the universal problems of customers. That, also, is why the Weaverites about to enter this field have given it intelligent thought, and are willing to put their best foot forward to promote business in the future. [ 54 ] MILLIE GIUFFRE By her pert, vivacious, and frank manner, Jeff” has endeared herself to all. A very popular lass, she has been active scholastically, especially in commercial work, and socially, probably due to her noticeable cutness, famed dancing ability, and a lively and pleasing personality. All in all, Millie rates the title — a swell girl.” Honor Society; Girls ' Business Club, President; Lookout Editorial Board, Secretary; Glee Club; Choir; Girls’ League; Portal Board, Typist. MORTON GLADSTEIN Morty” might well have quali¬ fied as Weaver’s amphibian, for he swam like a fish on Weaver ' s swimming team and could con¬ duct himself as well on land. Congenial and quite popular, he possessed a sense of humor that made him stand out in a crowd. This trait, no doubt, together with his good disposition, resulted in the leadership he displayed in and out of school. Chemistry Club; Glee Club; Choir; Swimming Team; Track Squad. ELEANOR GLATER Freckles, a girl of amazing ability, has achieved a place as one of our top-ranking students through her independent and intel¬ ligent efforts. Capable of assum¬ ing responsibility and making a success of almost everything she does, Freckles” has achieved popularity by her lively, friendly spirit. For her we predict a bril¬ liant career, and all the time, we shall be on the sidelines lustily cheering her. A Cappella Choir; Choir; French Club; Dramatic Club; Girls’ League; Glee Club; Honor Society; Portal Board. MILDRED GOLD There was only seriousness in Millie ' s class room work. How¬ ever, this did not extend com¬ pletely to her attitude outside of class, for she joked and laughed with us all. She’s been prepping herself for a business career and plans to enter a business college. Her faithfulness will stand her in good stead. Choir; Girls’ League; Ingleside Club. FRANK GOLDEN There’s only one phrase with which to describe Frank—and that is — completely gentlemanly. Frank, quiet and courteous at all times, has gained many friends through his unpretentious manner. Conscientious and diligent, Frank always did his darndest and usually succeeded. Here’s to a boy who possesses sincere modesty! Chemistry Club; Ring Commit¬ tee. IRWIN GOLDENBERG Model airplanes and teeth share the spotlight for Irwin—airplanes, his hobby; teeth, his ambition. He wants to practice dentistry in the future, but his patients will object if he practices on them! Irwin is quite adept at making and flying planes. One of his models set a state record. He also takes some interest in sports, with swimming topping the list and football a close second. Swimming Team. PHILIP GOLDENBERG The boy who requires no in¬ troduction, the all-around fellow, none other than Phil. Congenial, intelligent, conscientious, and very athletically inclined, Phil could easily qualify for the role of the All-American Boy. Considered by all a swell fellow, he can take his place, representing ' 39, in the ranks of the Weaver Greats, due to his feats on the gridiron and track field. So, hats off to a swell guy! May his suc¬ cess continue! Track Team; Swimming Team; Quarterback on City Champion¬ ship Football Team. DANIEL GOLDENBLOOME One of those quiet, unassuming chaps, Daniel took assignments as they came, and did them. Being a student of high calibre accounted for his being on the Honor Roll so often. Daniel liked English, but was a little doubtful about his Latin! (Who wasn’t?) His wavy red hair doesn’t reflect his charac¬ ter, as Daniel is as easy to get along with as a two weeks ' vaca¬ tion with pay. He doesn’t know in exactly what career he’ll make his fortune, but there’s no doubt in our mind that he’ll succeed. Chemistry Club; Chess Club. HAROLD GOLDFARB Although Goldy’s antics may have, at times, been branded slightly queer, his good-natured smile and disposition overcame this fact. By virtue of his voice, he has made quite a place for himself in Weaver ' s singing groups and Dramatic Club. Watching a good play is his fa¬ vorite pastime, and the stage beckons him. We ll be looking for your name in lights, “Goldy. A Cappella Choir; Chess Club; Dramatic Club; Glee Club; Honor Society; Latin Club; Track Squad. BEATRICE GOLDMAN Betie, who came to us from Bulkeley, has adapted herself quite well and is now an ardent Weaver rooter and student. Charming and stately, she has caused many a masculine eye to turn as she strode down the hall. After gradu¬ ating from college, “Betie plans to enter a fashion school where she intends to make use of her blond hair, peaches and cream’’ complexion, and girlish figure. Chemistry Club; Girls ' League. IRENE GOLDSMITH Irene, known to her friends as ‘Iggy, ' ' has gone through her three years at Weaver with a rather carefree attitude, seemingly enjoying the life she lived. Sleek and well dressed, ‘‘Iggy,’’ in look¬ ing into the ever approaching fu¬ ture, visualizes herself as a secre¬ tary or a hairdresser. She, like the many other Weaver “jitterbugs,” lists dancing as her special inter¬ est. Girls’ League. PEARL GOSLEE Pearl, one of the sweetest little ladies to be found in Weaver, has proven herself to be a friend of everyone. She “loves” to dance and keeps informed about all the latest movies. Pearl says that she has no plans for the future as yet, but we wonder if, because of her shy and modest nature, she will not disclose them. Girls ' League. PRESTON GOSLEE “Pret leads a complex life, for, aside from his school work, he so¬ cializes considerably. All sports, but especially swimming, boxing, and football, interest him. Preston qualifies as pep personified. Gen¬ tleman, but not quite a scholar, this handsome gent is headed for a business school to further his education! Boys Commercial Club. BETH GRAICERSTEIN Beth is one of the most earnest and sweetest girls in our class. No one could look more innocent than she when asking a teacher a ques¬ tion. She takes most things seri¬ ously and is, therefore, a good stu¬ dent. We note that she possesses one of the rarest hobbies in the class — hog-calling. Girls ' League; Honor Society; C. H. L. S.; Girls ' Business Club. HAROLD GREENBAUM His work on the baseball dia¬ mond and waxed floor (we mean basketball, not dancing) gave “Hank a place among Weaver’s foremost athletes. Harold would rather play baseball than eat; or is that going a bit too far? We re not insinuating in the above that he couldn’t dance! Many times, Hank” has been seen tripping the light fantastics with the best of them. Baseball Team; Basketball Team; Tie Committee. BETTY GREENBERG Betty, a rather quiet girl with jet black hair set with ringlets in the back, possesses a sweet man¬ ner which captivates many hearts and has made her well liked here in school. She certainly has a sec¬ retary’s ability, and we re sure she will be a success in that field or any other which she chooses for a career. Girls’ Business Club; Choir; Girls’ League. REGINA GREENBERG Regie proves the exception to the supposition that all red-heads have red-hot tempers, for no more pleasant and agreeable girl can be found. Her sense of style has la¬ beled Regie one of the best- dressed girls in our senior class. A prospective interior decorator, she ' s a swell dancer, a loyal friend, loads of fun, and a good kid in anyone ' s language. Girls’ League; Junior Prom Committee; Latin Club; Portal Board; Dramatic Club; Art-Crafts Club; Honor Society, Reception Committee. ROSYLN GREENBERG Ros” is noted for her good- naturedness and whole-hearted friendship that she gives her class¬ mates. She may seem rather re¬ served, but actually Roslyn pos¬ sesses a lively disposition. We re sure she’ll be a great success in the field of nursing, aided by her cool-headed sensibility. Girls’ League. SIDNEY GREENBERG Carefree, light-hearted, happy Hank” laughed his way through three years at Weaver. A jolly good fellow wherever social gath¬ erings were found, Sidney had many friends. A bit of a voice and two long legs carried him through Choir and Glee Club, and around the track. Hank also gave pho¬ tography a fling. Camera Club; Choir; Glee Club; Track Squad. GEORGE GREENSPON George is the sports fan who could name even the bat boys for the respective teams in the big leagues. And he wasn’t only a fan! He could smack the ball with the best of them. Popular, well-liked, flashily dressed, George will prob¬ ably seek his future in the business world. Camera Club; Lookout Business Board. MARY GREENWOOD Mary has a love for dancing, and dancing she does, at every op¬ portunity that presents itself. A perfect sense of humor and a pleasant attitude have made this young lady a welcome guest in any gathering. Hairdressing is the profession Mary wishes to follow after graduation. Girls’ League; Girls ' Leaders’ Corps; Girls Sports. WILBURT GRELLA Will” likes swing and is always on hand at our social ac¬ tivities. He always dresses to the height of coloration, with a new knockout tie and sweater that blend just to his taste. No matter what happens, Will can call upon his ready smile and amusing remarks, which make him a wel¬ come member of any crowd. ROBERT GRIFFEN Good ole Biff ! Athletically in dined, he possesses blond hair which makes many boys envious. Very often he frequents the golf links and makes the pros look sick as he wields his mighty club. In¬ surance is the field for which he’s heading. There’s some unknown quality in Biff that makes him popular everywhere he goes. Golf Team; Basketball Man¬ ager; Tie Committee. MARY GRISEVICH Marge may not have been too active in school, but she gained the reputation of being a swell kid. Her athletic ability might gain her a place in the field of sports; if not, her future em¬ ployer will be able to boast of a good secretary. We base this last belief on the fact that our Mary, who has been rather quiet at times, contemplates business school next year to complete her education. Girls’ League. MARVIN GRODY “Marv has many outstanding features—his deep, husky, definite¬ ly masculine voice, that distinctive waddle, or is it a stride, and his very high marks. Although his scholastic standing might give rise to the suspicion that the midnight oil burned every night, we under¬ stand that he did relatively little studying. An Eagle Scout, and an accomplished young man, both studiously and athletically, ‘Marv plans a pre-medical course at Columbia. French Club; Junior Usher; Latin Club; Swimming Team; Track Team; Honor Society. DAVID GROSS Dave, quite intelligent and very friendly, took great delight in wearing all sorts of bow ties. During his senior year, “Dave became what you might call a walking Esquire, or what-the- well - dressed - young - man - w ' ill-wear. He’s heading for an advertising career, and no doubt that business is in for a big boost. Camera Club. HAROLD GROSS Trot was very capable of pepping up any of his classes by his clowning and ever present jokes. Anyone who meets him is immediately put at ease by his friendly and easy manner. Trot spends much of his leisure time in athletics, especially golf and swim¬ ming. He plans to study medicine, and his humorous disposition will surely aid him in keeping his pa¬ tients ' spirits up. Camera Club; Chemistry Club; Choir; Track Squad. MARGERY GROSS Marge is quite a jovial soul who possesses a rare sense of hu¬ mor which, alas, she discloses to but few. Her zeal in her school work made her a very worthy member of our class. Marge is our idea of a fine all-round good sport. A “swell girl to have around! C. H. L. S.; Girls ' League; Chemistry Club. RUTH GROSS Some people call her Bubbles,’’ but Vivacity Plus’’ would be just as appropriate. Ruthie” has a pleasing personality and a gentle disposition. Possessing a conta¬ gious giggle and a good figure, Ruth is quite popular and always welcome in any group. She plans to attend a secretarial school after leaving our fair institution. ALVIN GUTCHOEN Albie, a happy - go - lucky friend of everybody, let his studies take care of themselves most of the time, but always stepped in at the critical moment. Easy-going and amiable, Alvin mingled with but a distinct few. Most of his time outside of school was spent on the golf course, where he was a caddy of exceptional ability. Boys’ Commercial Club. DORIS HAGAN Doris is that reddish-blonde who always seemed to be in a hurry and who usually had a flock of admirers. Her chief interest is sports, and her popularity with the opposite sex affords her a sec¬ ondary hobby. Doris really ought to make something of her voice, for she certainly has an excellent one. Good luck, songbird! Choir; Glee Club. RUTH HAGARTY Ruth, seen but rarely heard, dif¬ fers from many of her classmates by being very good natured—who ever heard her speak a cross word? We have reason to believe that she is a very modest girl— none of us ever heard her boast of her many A’s. We predict that in the future her employer will refer to her as Our invaluable Miss Hagarty. Girls’ Business Club; Girls’ League; Honor Society; Motto Committee. CHESTER HAGEDORN This young man has set many damsels hearts afluttering, as we see by his latest conquests! How¬ ever, we wonder if ‘Chet finds them as interesting as music or radio, which he hopes to study later on. Perhaps he 11 take up a more intensive study of young ladies’ hearts also, eh, Chet ? Choir. DOROTHY HARDING Dot,” a joyous nature and a ' ' swell dancer, has an outward appearance of quiescence, but to those who know her well, she has as much spirit as the rest of us. Skipping through Weaver in a carefree manner, she always man¬ aged to obtain as much fun as possible from her attendance at our worthy institution. WARREN HARRIS Warren, being full of life, wit, and humor, could be seen at almost any time, cheerfully greet¬ ing, frantically waving, or chat¬ ting wittily with his many friends in the corridors of Weaver. Always on friendly terms with all his teachers, he is a true example of So much in so little! French Club; Portal Board, Business Manager; Honor Society. DAVID HARRISON With his curly black hair and a shy and unassuming manner, Dave” passed his three years at Weaver in his natural, quiet way. Interested in all sorts of sports, Dave” could usually be found cheering lustily for Weaver at most of its athletic affairs. He’s heading for college, where we re sure he’ll continue his success. GEORGE HAYES George has distinguished him¬ self not only as a track star but also as a very gallant cavalier when ladies are concerned. Al¬ though he has been considered bashful, we found, soon enough, that he is a sincere friend and a fine sport, always ready for fun. Track Team. ELEANOR HAYNES Teddy, in bidding Weaver farewell, leaves her pleasant dis¬ position to some sophomore to carry on. Bowling, sailing, and dancing are among her favorites. Always smiling, Teddy’s” viva¬ cious character has made her ex¬ tremely popular with fellow stu¬ dents and teachers. Our destiny was often left in her hands, for Eleanor was a member of the schedule room staff. Girls League; Choir; Glee Club. BERTHA HENDERSON Bert’s magnetic personality and gift of singing have made her quite popular and have also aided her not only in winning friends but in keeping them. Singing and reading are two hobbies which take up much of Bert’s time, but by no means all of it, for one need not know Bertha well to realize why she possesses her nickname Pep.” Girls’ League. WALLACE HENDERSON Seeing Tiger saunter through the corridors between periods, one would hardly believe that he could be as swift on the football field. Looks, however, are deceiving! His personality and his jovial and congenial manner have won him many friends who will long re¬ member him as one swell fellow. Football Team. LAWRENCE HENNESSEY LILLIAN HOFF Bull has skipped through Weaver in a carefree manner, gathering many friends by means of his subtle humor that en¬ livened many a class. Full of life. Lawrence mixed well and was able to get along with almost everyone. Bull” is looking for¬ ward to Diesel Engineering as a future career. IRVING HERBERT Irv was hardly ever seen around town during week-ends as he spent this time ushering in a downtown theater. He possessed noticeable leadership ability which was useful both in school and in Boy Scout work, in which he is doing commendable work. Con¬ genial, good-natured, and popular both in and out of his group, Irv is heading, like many others, to¬ ward college. Chemistry Club; Football Squad. WARREN HERRINGTON A dance? Where? O. K. I’ll see yuh there! That’s Curly Her¬ rington, Weaver’s dancer deluxe. A good athlete, with an excellent build and a winning personality, Handsome caused a flutter in many a maiden’s heart. Warren wears his clothes well and is very successful socially. In short, he’s a grand fellow. He plans to attend Pratt Institute to study commer¬ cial art or advertising. Chairman of Matinee Dance Committee; Reception Committee. MURIEL HESS Muriel is that quiet, stately girl you have often noticed around the school, but that is only the im¬ pression given to people un¬ familiar with her. She really pre¬ sents quite a lively personality and can she dance! Ask her some day to shake her shoulders or re¬ lease her rippling laugh, and then you will have the real Mir and not some false illusion. Chemistry Club; Choir; French Club; Girls’ League; Glee Club; Girls’ Sports. Lil’s loyal friendship and se¬ rious demeanor have helped to make her liked among both boys and girls. Although an ardent fan of swing and dancing, her studies have never been allowed to suffer because of it. After graduation, Lil” wishes a position as a typist and stenographer in a well-known firm. Girls’ League; Ingleside Club; Honor Society. ELSIE HOLROYD The phrase “good company aptly fits El, whose diversified interests help to make her an in¬ telligent and witty conversation¬ alist. She hopes to obtain an office position, but offsets her practicali¬ ty with an artistic nature. El writes poetry, draws, and is very much interested in dramatics and dancing. Art-Crafts Club; Girls’ League. CHARLOTTE HORN This pleasantly plump maiden has a dreamy air about her. In spite of her serious demeanor, Charlotte is good company, par¬ ticularly on the dance floor. The position that Charlotte hopes to fill on leaving Weaver is that of private secretary, and with her pleasing smile, her charm, and her ability, it ' s just a matter of time and place. Girls’ League; Girls Business Club; Ingleside Club. SHIRLEY HORN Shirley has easily made herself known by her sparkling, joyous laughter. A giggler in the true sense of the word, she has evi¬ denced a helpful spirit and sunny disposition which made her a per¬ son well worth knowing. She in¬ tends to answer the dubious call of the cruel business world. Girls’ Business Club; Girls’ League. THE HOUSE-PAINTER In the building trades one of the most important is that of house-painting. As long as civilization lasts, there will be a universal need for shelter and for painters to beautify that shelter. The inherent love of beauty and of colors pleasing to the eye must be satisfied, a task which falls to the house-painter. From among the boys in Weaver’s graduating class who like to dabble with paint, some house-painters will arise to accomplish this task. The career is one which they will find interesting, and in which they will often do the work of a paperhanger also. This combination of jobs will surely help these future house-painters to develop and utilize their artistic taste and sense of color. Thereby the homes, stores, and public buildings of the future will reflect these abilities. The trade is also a profitable one with the steady growth of new homes and the remodeling of old dwellings to conform to mod¬ ern taste. This tendency should insure them a good chance of steady em¬ ployment. The next few years will see these boys going about, their faces and clothes paint-bespattered. Using their knowledge of minerals and paints, they will restore old color to life and put new faces on as yet unpainted sur¬ faces. When we see, in the not-so-distant future, some structure turning its shining face to dry in the sun, we might guess correctly that here worked a youth from Weaver, doing his bit to beautify the homes and buildings of the world of tomorrow. [ 62 ] ALFRED HOROWITZ AT is a man of many dis¬ tinctions! First of all, he has a keen sense of humor and ranks as one of Weaver ' s leading punsters. Secondly, his classroom capers aroused much merriment for his fellow-students. He distinguished himself in the literary field through his work on ‘The Lookout, Inkspot,” and The Portal. Lastly, he has the distinction of being one of the most popular and best-liked fellows of our class. Chemistry Club; French Club; Latin Club; Lookout Editorial Board, Assistant Editor; Inkspot Editorial Board; Nominating Com¬ mittee; Portal Board, Editor; Quill and Scroll. HELEN HOROWITZ Helen, that vivacious, energetic brunette, was ever so popular with both the boys and girls of our class. She makes a success of almost all her undertakings, for she has an enthusiasm and the en¬ ergy to tackle any job. Helen, a friendly girl, well known to all, includes among her many interests light classical music, opera, and jitterbugging.” Girls’ League; Choir; Girls ' Business Club. EARL HORWITZ Those who thought Earl a quiet, serious chap would have realized their grave error if they had come to know him well. Beneath Isky’s classroom exterior lay a humorous, pleasant person who was always a potential joker. We have often wondered how fun- loving Earl could go through three years of Weaver without re¬ ceiving a single demerit! Camera Club; Choir; Art-Crafts Club; Sisson Memorial Committee. BEATRICE HURWITZ Homework was definitely not one of Bea’s” worries. Dancing and sports held her interest most of the time, for her sparkling hair could usually be seen at our foot¬ ball games and at our many dances. Vivacious Bea doesn’t seem to have any plans for the fu¬ ture, but we certainly feel sure she’ll succeed in whatever she at¬ tempts. Girls’ Business Club; Girls’ League. EVELYN HURWITZ Evelyn has never been afraid to speak her mind and to stick by her guns. Her curt and fearless remarks have astounded both teachers and pupils. Evie ' s” alertness should certainly help her to go far in the business field. Girls’ Business Club; Girls ' League; Ingleside Club; Lookout Editorial Board, Secretary. LILLIAN ISGUR Lil’s courteous manner and sunny smile endear her to all her classmates, and help make her a personality well worth knowing. She has the most cheerful disposi¬ tion and the most winning way about her. These virtues have aid¬ ed her in making many friends— of both sexes. Always willing to help and a dependable person, Lil could always be counted on no matter what the cause. Girls League; Junior Prom Committee. REXFORD ISLIEB A flash on the basketball court and a whiz on the diamond, “Rex has two main interests. Sports of all sorts claimed much of his at¬ tention while a certain Miss in the junior class was the other chief at¬ traction. Popular and slick-haired, this fellow rates as one of the best known boys in the class of ’39. Baseball Team; Basketball Team. EDNA JENSEN Edna, a possessor of an “eternal smile, goes into everything with the same vim and vigor that char¬ acterizes her success in so many undertakings. Blond-haired Edna plans to attend a commercial school, and we predict a happy future in what she attempts in later years. Girls’ League. ELBRIDGE JOEL Now he s here; now he ' s gone — that ' s Indian” Joel w ' hizzing through the corridors and in and out of rooms. As friendly as they come, Indian” always had a hu¬ morous quip for everyone. A crack cross-countrier,” he trained hard in this sport and succeeded—as we know ' he will always do with his ever-present smile. Cross Country; Track. DORIS JOHNSON Dottie, who has seemed a bit quiet, has revealed herself to be most friendly. Her artistic ability has made her a valuable asset to our class. We sincerely wish you luck, “Dottie,” and hope you will succeed in your career as an ar¬ tist. Judging from the work we have seen about school, we know you will. Girls’ League. MARION JOHNSON How Marion ever got the nick¬ name “Mike” is beyond us! At¬ tractive and congenial, this popu¬ lar lass possesses a winning per¬ sonality that make us sure that she’s going places. Though rather quiet at times, Mike,” by virtue of her pleasing smile, will long re¬ main in the memory of her class¬ mates and the faculty. She ' s head¬ ing for college, and there ' s little doubt in our mind as to whether she ' ll succeed. Girls League; Portal Board. WILFRED JOHNSON How often have you heard the words, How ' s the air up there. Spike ? Yes, he’s tall, but just the same his pleasant personality and friendly air have placed him uppermost in our hearts. Being a member of the basketball team has increased his popularity. Spike s weakness is music. Incidentally, girls, have you ever heard him croon? Baseball Squad; Basketball Team; Tie Committee. RUTH JUDSON Ruth typifies that kind of person who goes unobtrusively about her business, accomplishing her tasks with very little excitement but with perfection, as can soon be seen. Although Ruth came to Weaver late in her school career, she has won many friends by her membership in the Honor Society. Honor Society. DOROTHY JULIAN This lady of diminutive stature makes up for what she lacks in size by her pleasant personality. Dot’s” silent, unassuming ways and even disposition have made many friends for her. Upon gradu¬ ating from Weaver, Dorothy wishes to enter the secretary field. Her greatest ambition is to learn how to ice skate. Girls’ League. DOROTHY KAGAN Dottie” Kagan was not as im¬ posing a person as some in her class, but her friends all sing her praise. She wasn ' t the kind to push her way through a crowd but, nevertheless, she got there just the same. Among her accom¬ plishments she has that of being a musician, and we all hope she will continue her study of the violin and improve her ability in that field. Girls’ League. EVERETT KAPLAN Everett, a quiet, good-looking lad, is indeed “a prince of, a fel¬ low.” One of the “strong silent” men, he truly believes in the old saying, “Silence Is Golden.” It is interesting to note that Everett is a weight-lifting enthusiast and ex¬ celled at this art. Everett wishes to enter college and study to be¬ come a chiropodist. We say, “Good luck to a swell chap. RUTH KAROTKIN Ruthie belongs to that type which brings excitement to any group. Her bubbling laugh can be heard for leagues around, but yet sounds pleasant to the ears. We don’t know how she did it, for she participated in many of Weaver ' s activities, never carried a book home, and seemed to be enjoying life tremendously. Her demeanor of happy-go-lucky-irre¬ sponsibility delighted us all. Girls League; Junior Prom Committee; Lookout Business Board; Girls ' Business Club, Presi¬ dent. DAVID KATZ most agreeable person, Dave possesses a wider grin and a sunnier disposition than most of his classmates. Nothing seems to faze him, for, no matter what happens, he laughs it off lightly. This ability to be so good-natured at all times is truly admirable, Dave, and should contribute to your going far in future life. Portal Board; Ho nor Society. ESTHER KATZ Activity has been the very es¬ sence of Petey’s life. Her nim¬ bleness and smallness of stature have helped her make a name for herself in the gym, soccer and track being her star sports. This pert young miss plans to take up dental hygienics. Maybe we won’t mind going to the dentist’s! Chemistry Club; C. H. L. S.; Girls’ Leaders ' Corps; Girls’ League; Girls’ Sports. RUEL KATZ Although Ruel was not the type who talked a great deal, his good nature and friendly attitude gained him many friends at Weaver. Ruel enjoys collecting stamps and coins, but by far his greatest interest lies in gardening. He plans to enter Connecticut State and prepare for an agricultural occupation, or be, as he always said, A Gentleman Farmer. Chemistry Club; Cross Country Squad; German Club; Latin Club; Track Squad: Honor Society. LEON KATZ Rather small, neat, and always cool, Leon can be classed as the human dynamo, for he entered nu¬ merous club activities, attended almost all social affairs, frequently made the honor roll, took part in many out of school sports and clubs, and, to top all this off, was liked by all. Chemistry Club; German Club; Honor Society; Junior Usher; Latin Club, Secretary; Nominating Committee. ROBERT KATZEN Bob’s witty remarks bright¬ ened life for us at innumerable times. We envied him because of his careless, carefree manner. Re¬ gardless of troublesome school duties, his joviality persisted. “Bob ' was a good friend to all and will always be remembered as a swell dancer and the best- known wit in the class of ’39. MARJORIE KELLER Margy reminds us of a dain¬ ty, restless bird that is constantly chattering about one thing or an¬ other, and her capriciousness caused her classmates to smile many times. Yet, Margy is sweetness personified, and a better sport can’t be found. This dark¬ haired lass takes her study of the piano quite seriously. C. H. L. S.; Girls’ League; Latin Club. MYRON KELLIN No class would be complete if it did not have a punster in it. 1939 was not lacking in this re¬ spect, however, because in Mike” it possessed one of the best. This witty fellow had an answer for everything, and a very good one at that! However, under this atti¬ tude of cheerfulness, Myron pos¬ sessed a quality of seriousness which stood him in good favor with the teachers. Chemistry Club; Dramatic Club; Track Squad; Prophet. ROBERT KELLY Bob possessed a very change¬ able personality here in Weaver, and it was this fact that earned him many friends. He could be very entertaining and jolly at times, and soon he would lose this attitude and adopt a more serious one. However, it made little dif¬ ference in which attitude you found him because he was always a good sport and always willing to do someone a favor. Chemistry Club; French Club. EUNICE KEMLER Eunice has always been quiet and unassuming although, when she knows you well, she can be as friendly and as full of life as any¬ one. She lent her husky voice to the singing of both the Choir and Glee Club, and her love of the arts includes a deep interest in the piano. C. H. L. S., Treasurer; Choir; Glee Club, Librarian; Girls League; Lookout Editorial Board. HELEN KENNEDY Helen is another of our good- natured classmates and a sort that we all like. Being rather quiet and reserved, she has journeyed through her years of high school, winning, on her way, scores of friends who delighted in her company and wish her all the luck in the world. Choir; Girls’ League; Glee Club; Girls’ Sports. KEVIN KENNY Kev, a quiet, thoroughly like¬ able fellow with an engaging smile participated in all sports, particularly football and track. He hopes to follow in his brother ' s footsteps and go up to Hanover, N. H., to become a Dartmouth In¬ dian. We can confidently say that if all the Indians were like him no one would mind giving the coun¬ try back to them! Chemistry Club; Football Squad; French Club, Treasurer; Track Squad; Tie Committee; Honor Society. WILLIAM KENNY “Bill,” known to his more inti¬ mate friends as Whiffer,” takes quite an interest in golf, as the nickname implies. He thinks that a future as a professional golfer awaits him. If low scores in the game depended upon a sparkling smile, a pleasing personality, and curly blond hair, Bill would be right at the top! GEORGE KERSHENBAUM George received his nickname Ham because of his interest in radio. This friendly chap spent most of his time talking radio in as well as out of school. His one am¬ bition in life is to enter a radio technical school and become a ra¬ dio announcer. From what he has shown us in the line of radio, we have no doubt that he will suc¬ ceed. GORDON KILLEN Meet this tall, lanky lad with the innocent smile. Gordon refuses to be worried by the little things of life and just takes things as they come. To date, his greatest fear appears to be the presence of any young lady. Being a master at the art of constructing model boats, Gordon has quite a fleet of sailing vessels. LEO KLEINMAN Because of his pleasant line of talk, Leo rarely failed to gain the favor of the fair sex. A day would not be complete, in his esti¬ mation, if he failed to attract their attention some way or another. However, let it not be said that only the girls were his a cquaint¬ ances, because during his stay here in school this sport fiend made friends with a great many boys who liked him because of his happy-go-lucky attitude. Baseball Squad; Camera Club; Boys’ Commercial Club, Treasu¬ rer, ESTHER KLEPER Tall, dignified, and sociable, Es¬ ther possesses an amiable per¬ sonality. She had a bevy of friends and could always be seen indulging in light persiflage with her pals. Though her interests varied a great deal, she cared especially for dancing and read¬ ing. Always cheerful and pos¬ sessed of a mischievous twinkle in her eye, she contributed much to the liveliness of the school. Girls’ League. MORGAN KLINE Morgan, that floundering red¬ head who tries so hard to state his point and, when he does, it’s good! His conscientious manner, combined with his pleasant per¬ sonality, will carry him far, far away from Weaver’s corridors. Some day he’ll build bridges, for he can’t always keep that high school job of selling shoes. Loads of luck, Red,” although you’d probably climb without our good wishes. German Club; Honor Society. NELLIE KOSKO Pleasant and sociable, Nellie made her way through Weaver with a desire for a future in the business world. She possesses many interesting hobbies, such as collecting dog pins of various cities, and crocheting. Always Nell appeared as a well-man¬ nered and delightful friend. Girls ' League; Girls’ Sports; Art-Crafts Club. JEANETTE KOSOVSKY What is so rare as a day in June? That’s easy; a downcast or gloomy look on Jennies ' coun¬ tenance! This lass simply bubbled over with life. She was vivacious, to say the least, and always merry and happy. By her amicable char¬ acter and witty remarks Jennie’’ never failed to add enjoyment to any group. Girls’ League. GENEVIEVE KOSTECKI Ginger, always on the go, has a constant smile on her pretty face and a cheery greeting for all. She spends her leisure time de¬ signing and practising interior decorating. For the future, Gin¬ ger intends to study beauty cul¬ ture in one of our special schools. Good luck in your artistic aspirations! Girls’ League; Color Committee. ROSE KOTOFSKY Quietness, a virtue possessed by many Weaverites, also found itself in Rose. Always a dependa¬ ble, courteous, and pleasant per¬ son, she went her way quietly. Never a coarse or loud expression escaped from Rose, and when mis¬ fortunes befell her she took them like a trooper. Intimate friends ad¬ mired her helpful efficiency and sincere personality. Girls ' Business Club; Girls League. LENWOOD KOWALSKI One of the many lucky students to jump a half year to join the great class of ' 39, Len” enjoys outdoor life and derives much pleasure from hunting, trapping, and fishing. Although he main¬ tains a quiet disposition, he has the unique virtue of making him¬ self pleasant at all times. Good fortune, Len.” PHILIP KRAVSOW Hi ya, boys, Phil’s’ the name. If you’re lonesome and cherish friendly and humorous company, Phils’’ your man. He’s always ready with a witty remark and an immediate answer. Weaver knows Phil” more than he knows Weaver, and he could often be seen walking down the corridors just nodding his head and saying, Hi ya, boys. The State Trade School will take up his time in the future. RAYMOND KULBOTSKI ROBERT KRECHEVSKY Bob, as amiable a fellow as ever strode the halls of Weaver, could seldom be seen not in the company of those three or four cronies, all having a swell time. But Bob believed in mixing business with pleasure, for carry¬ ing five subjects for half the time gave him plenty of opportunity for study. He’s one of the very few whose only hobby is acquir¬ ing knowledge. Still, he had time for sports and clubs. Chemistry Club; Latin Club, Consul; Junior Usher; Swimming Squad; Track Squad; Motto Com¬ mittee; Honor Society. RUTH KREFETZ To say it poetically, Ruthie was very sweet and quite petite, not to mention her being neat. And for the love of Pete, this girl complete was very hard to beat! All Shakespearing’ aside how¬ ever, Ruth deserves all the praise we can heap upon her, for she was ever pleasing and agreeable. Her charm and personality forebode a happy future. Girls League; Junior Prom Committee. JANET KROGH Although extremely reserved, Janet possessed all the qualities of a very sweet person. Never did one hear her speak in a boisterous manner. Joining into any fun quite readily, she appeared serenely composed, and at all times cour¬ teous. Never a shirker, always de¬ pendable, and forever modest, she went on her own demure way— but, who knows, she may have ac¬ complished more than the rest of us! Girls League; Soccer. RITA KUHN To truly represent Rita, her pic¬ ture should be moving about at a great rate of speed, for ‘Freddie’’ is always very busy. Her activi¬ ties have a wide scope, ranging from singing and playwriting to swimming. She has not as yet defi¬ nitely decided upon her career, but she is interested in becoming either a secretary or a beauty cul- turist. A Cappella Choir; Choir; Girls Business Club; Girls’ League; Ingleside Club; Glee Club. Ray, ’ tall, happy, and athletic, has attained his Eagle Scout rank, the highest in Boy Scouts. Ac¬ counting seems to be the goal Ray’s’ shooting for, and from every indication he will be a great success. Many of the girls often wished he’d be a little more attentive, but they didn ' t know Ray ! Boys Commercial Club; Look¬ out Business Board; Honor So¬ ciety. GERTRUDE KURLAND Gert presents a lively picture of activity. Her sparkling eyes and her friendly disposition have made her well liked by both sexes. Her scholastic standing and will¬ ingness to help are added virtues. She may look like nonchalance personified, but her dependability and personality won our admira¬ tion. C. H. L. S.; Chemistry Club; Girls’ League; Honor Society; Junior Prom Committee; Junior Tea Committee; Portal Business Board. EZRA KUSNITT Beepo, always outstanding be¬ cause of his faultless attire, kept an eye on all the girls in school, and because of his rather mag¬ netic personality and good looks he never failed to make an im¬ pression upon them. Chemistry was his favorite subject, and sports were his hobby. Beepo” always wanted to earn a Weaver W,” and he finally received one as manager of the track team. Chemistry Club; Junior Prom Committee; Swimming Team: Track Team, Manager. RUSSELL LAIRD Tall and handsome, Russ,’’ though not a woman hater,” never gave the fairer sex much at¬ tention— much to their anguish. A good athlete, this blond youth, who had quite a reputation as a prankster, would have made many of Weaver ' s teams if he had gone out earlier. Well liked by all. Russ is a true example of a swell guy. Football Squad; Swimming Squad. THE TELEPHONE OPERATOR When Alexander Graham Bell invented the telephone, he gave to the girls of Weaver the opportunity of using their talents in a field most essential to modern living. As telephone operators they will be working toward a speedier, better means of communication. They will be keeping the peoples of the world in contact with each other, helping to spread the news of an escaping criminal, calling the fire department or the doctor in emergencies. In disastrous times, their alertness and speedy action may often save the public. Let hurricanes roar, storms rage, rivers rise, and the valiant opera¬ tors stay at their post until the wires go dead or their strength fails. They send word of warning, get help for distracted families, and keep the wires clear so that authorities may make calls designed for the relief of stricken areas. The telephone operator, then, has an unusually responsible position which many of the girls in the present graduating class are admirably suited to fill. The ones who contribute to 20th century progress in this way most certainly will strive to make themselves capable and efficient. Their efforts towards perfection in cou rtesy and service will benefit every user of the telephone. [ 70 ] PAULA LATER VICTOR LAMBERT “Vic,” a quiet lad, expects to go to college and study engineer¬ ing or one of the sciences. Known well by his fellow students, he was often seen conversing on various topics of the day. His pleasing character will, no doubt, aid him in his future which appears very bright. SHIRLEY LANDERMAN “Shirl” combines a carefree at¬ titude with a pensive appearance. She cared little about scholastic duties and never carried home more books than necessary. She possesses blond wavy hair, and has always caused looks of envy from those who need permanents. Although never really noisy, Shirley always provided laughter for those about her. Girls ' Business Club; Girls’ League; Ingleside Club. JULIAN LaPIERRE Scholastic studies did not bear heavily on Julian’s mind, though he was often spied carrying a few textbooks home! We know that the golfing season usually found him acting as caddy during his spare time on one of our Hartford links. He yearns for a career in salesmanship, and intends to pur¬ sue that subject at some business college next year. MILDRED LARMAN “Millie ' possesses that rare combination of black hair and blue eyes. She disproves the phrase beautiful but dumb, ' by exhibiting a fine business head and frequently a four A” report card. Mildred plans to be a secretary, and if she continues to do as well as she has at Weaver, she’ll no doubt be an excellent one. Lookout Business Board; Girls ' Business Club; Girls League; Honor Society; Portal Board; Junior Prom Committee; Valedic¬ torian. Paula, an attractive girl with eyes and hair of brown, is the es¬ sence of neatness. Dignified and unobtrusive, her pleasant disposi¬ tion has made many days happy for her classmates. Her business¬ like attitude is bound to make her succeed in college or whatever she undertakes to do. Girls’ League; French Club, Secretary. FRANK LATTANZIO “Frankie, one of these guys whom you had to know well if you were going to know him right, was quite a prankster at t imes, but, like all wise men, he knew when to stop. “Frankie” tried hard in those affairs which interested him. Though not an ath¬ lete of exceptional ability or prowess, he kept up with the best of them by persistent effort and a mischievous smile. Congratula¬ tions, Frank. Cross Country Team; Swim¬ ming Squad; Track Squad. HAROLD LAVOVITCH Many of us have called Hal s’’ type of humor dry; still others have called it parched. Yet, how¬ ever it may be referred to, it is always present labeling Harold as a ready wit. Because he was a rather quiet chap, few knew his real character. Those who are his close companions can quickly classify him, however, as a “swell fellow.” Camera Club; Chemistry Club; Track Squad. EDITH LAY Remember those schedule slips we grumbled about when we didn’t get the teachers we want¬ ed? Well, here’s the girl to blame —Edith being a member of the schedule room staff. Edith’s per¬ sonality reflects a mind that is calm and cheerful. Her friendly, generous nature, and a willing¬ ness to help have drawn many friends to her. A most pleasing girl to know, she proves a very desirable friend. Girls League. PHYLLIS LEVIN DOROTHY LEAF Petite ' Dottie is a distinctive person, of admirable traits and ability. She puts much of her self-expression into her drawing, which she does well. Dottie’’ hopes to be a commercial artist, a position in which we feel she will be a success. Of late, ’Dot’’ has had quite a few admirers! Girls’ League. LEONARD LEBETKIN The wiles of the vampish vam¬ pire have no effect on Leonard, whose theory of the three vices seems to be wine, women, and song. One of his hobbies, tinkering with radios, has proved profitable, for Lenny” has become an ama¬ teur radio serviceman. He also delves into the art of photography. Leonard would like to attend a technical school after leaving Weaver. Boys Commercial Club; Cam¬ era Club. HERBERT LEIBERT ’Hal’ was always good for a laugh with his clowning and witty remarks both in and out of classes. However, close friends of ‘‘Herb” knew that beneath this exterior was a serious lad who focused much of his attention on the weaker sex. All in all, Hal” was a pleasant chap to have around. Track Squad; Lookout Editorial Board; Chemistry Club. BEULAH LEVENSON Beulah has taken an active in¬ terest in both the Glee Club and Choir while spending her three years here at Weaver. We re¬ member Beulah as having done a good deal of chattering in class, but, oh well—it was pleasant to listen to. She plans to cultivate her fine voice upon leaving school. Choir; Girls’ League; Glee Club. Glancing at Phyllis ' s report card one would think that as a child she had learned no other letter in the alphabet but A. Active in extra-curricular work and inter¬ ested in music, this young lady has one of the most pleasing per¬ sonalities in Weaver, and both the faculty and the student body en¬ joyed her company. French Club; Girls ' League; Glee Club; Honor Society; Latin Club; Motto Committee; Choir. GEORGE LEVINE This tall, dark-haired young man is of an argumentative na¬ ture, as he is always ready to argue some point whenever the occasion arises. Much of his leisure time is spent in Keney Park, at the tennis courts, where he excels in the game of tennis. George has the distinction of be¬ ing known as the joy of the study hall. Band; Boys Commercial Club. MARION LEVINE Mookie” might well be consid¬ ered a walking scoop” if you follow our train of thought, for she knew more dirt” than the cel¬ ebrated column did. Because of her artistic ability, Marion, so¬ ciable and popular, feels the urge to attend a school where her tal¬ ents will be developed to the nth degree. Choir; Girls ' Leaque; Inqleside Club. SYLVIA LEVINE “Syb’s” good humor and jaunty appearance make her a girl with personality plus. Her affability and participation in school activi¬ ties won her many friends. Al¬ though she took her studies lightly, she always managed to obtain very good marks. It just wouldn’t have been Weaver if Syb” weren’t around to shout hi at you. C. H. L. S.; Chemistry Club; Girls ' League; Ingleside Club; Honor Society. HERBERT LEVY A ready smile, flashing eyes, and cheery greetings are never failing characteristics of Jerry.’’ In keeping with his harmonious personality, music interests him very much. He socializes consid¬ erably, but his studies were not neglected. Herbert plans to attend college before starting out serious¬ ly in the cruel world ' ! Honor Society. RHODA LEVY Picture a small, dark, and adorable girl, with many freckles, and there you have Rhoda. Care¬ free and unconcerned about school problems, she wended her way through Weaver ' s halls having a good time. An excellent dancer, she became a sort of fixture at Weaver’s dances. She possessed a pleasing personality, and light¬ ened many a dull moment. May you keep your cheery outlook on life! Girls’ League; Junior Prom Committee. MORTON LIEBERMAN Morty” would bet you that the moon was made of cheese — if you gave him odds! A natural sportsman and a lover of keen competition, he often aired his views on the sporting world, and we heard and respected him. Though he would talk well about them, only one, an occasional eighty at golf, appealed to his taste. Of course, you understand, that was on his own course! Chemistry Club; Choir; Glee Club. JOSEPH LISANSKY Loving sports and interested in a business training, “Joe” took school work seriously. He always tried his hardest in his classes as well as on the gym floor. Basket¬ ball appealing to him most, he made the squad in that sport. A blond, with a sunny smile, “Joe” has always appeared as a steady, capable, and affable person. Basketball Squad. MARION LIVINGSTON Marion s naturally curly browrn locks were the envy of many a Weaver lass. “The Duchess,” as she was sometimes called, always seemed to be happy, whether in school or indulging in outside ac¬ tivities such as skiing, skating, or playing ping pong, in all of which she excelled. Marion plans to continue her education, and our best wishes go with her. Girls’ Sports. JOSEPH LOMBARDO A singer if there ever was one! Joe possesses a marvelous voice and intends to further his musical career. Boys and girls alike know the boy who possesses a smile that attracts! Students from other high schools in Hartford always ask, “How ' s Joe at Weaver? Weaver wishes him all the luck in the world and knows he will succeed in his vocal study. Glee Club, President; Orches¬ tra; German Club; Choir; A Cap- pella Choir; Chemistry Club; Hon¬ or Society; Junior Usher; Tes¬ tator. WILLIAM LONERGAN For three years now, “Bill” has been a star pitcher for the Weaver nine. His great work on the mound put the Weaver teams well up in the city standings. Besides his great ability, and his love for playing baseball, “Bill” also en¬ joyed his studies in school. Phy¬ sics was the subject which at¬ tracted most of his attention. He plans to continue with baseball when he leaves school. Baseball Team. CARL LORENZEN Carl’s Viking heritage is shown in his tall blond physique which caused many a lad to become green with envy and many a lassie ' s heart to flutter. With his pleasant, straightforward manner, he has won many friends. An up- and-coming young man (he ups and comes at 4 o’clock in the morning delivering milk) like Carl will surely succeed, and he has our sincere wishes. Boys’ Commercial Club; Track Team; Honor Society. HELEN LOWERY Helen, the great enemy of wor¬ ry, takes everything with the most perfect ease. She never dis¬ played any anxiety about her studies, but if she were to take an optional course, especially in the movie field, her report card would, without doubt, show all As. Helen hopes to take her place in the business world as a secretary. Girls’ League. BETH LUND Although apparently quiet and unassuming, Beth’s participation in extra-curricular activities gave Weaver ' s organizations a capable member. Always ready to do her part, Beth contributed much to the enjoyment of her classmates at so¬ cial functions. But her studies were not neglected by far, as her marks show. Beth would like to attend her native Vermont ' s uni¬ versity for a Home Economics course. Chemistry Club; Girls’ League; Honor Society; Inkspot; Junior Faculty Tea Committee; Latin Club, Consul; Portal Board. ETHEL LUTWACK A contagious giggle, brown curly hair, a vivacious personality, a bundle of fun and jollity, and there you have Et. She has given generously of her time to almost every function and or¬ ganization in the school, and yet her studies have never suffered. “Et” is known to be a good dancer, quite an athlete, especially in tennis, and a loyal friend to every one she knows. A Cappella Choir; Glee Club; Choir; Dramatic Club; French Club; Honor Society; Portal Board; Nominating Committee; Lookout Business Board; Girls’ League; Girls ' Sports. EDWARD LUTZEN Anyone who tried to sell Ed¬ ward anything found a hard cus¬ tomer to handle. He just wouldn’t let himself be talked into any¬ thing. He is a man of few words, for very rarely does he favor any¬ one, except his friends, with talk of any sort. An easy-going lad, he had no future plans which he wished to divulge. FAY LYMAN Although Fay entered Weaver late in her high school career, she quickly established herself and be¬ came a welcomed student. Her as¬ sets include soft blond hair, a pair of lively blue eyes, a clear com¬ plexion and a sparkling personali¬ ty. She enjoys a good debate now and then, and her favorite hobbies are sketching and classical music. Girls’ League; Color Committee. DAVID MacDONALD If there was a more easy-going chap in the whole class of ' 39 than Dude,’ we failed to notice him. Homework bored him to death and, because of this, his marks suffered a bit, although he did pull through. He had one of the most interesting hobbies in the school: that of collecting various types of wood. Many were the times he could be seen alone in the park, hunting for a new type of wood to add to his already large col¬ lection. WILLIAM MACK Bill” has seldom been seen on the street after twilight, for at sunset he withdraws into his shell. Despite all this, we suspect that behind his reticent exterior a reg¬ ular fellow has developed. One would naturally expect this engag¬ ing youth to be a favorite with the ladies, but he had different ideas! William has dodged them every time so far! Times may change! LOY MACKIN One of those happy girls to whom studying is incidental, Loy is an enthusiastic sports fan. Not only did she go out for all organ¬ ized girls’ sports in Weaver, but she also ice skates all winter, swims all summer, and roller¬ skates in between! She dances more or less, too—mostly more. Although some think her demure, she’s great fun when you know her. Choir; Girls’ Leaders Corps, Secretary; Girls ’ League; Glee Club; Girls’ Sports; Portal Board; Cheerleader. LEONARD MAGISTRI Len is a quiet lad who bursts forth now and then in his classes with a period of talking or fun¬ making. He has a keen sense of humor and a friendly manner, which gained him many lasting friends. Len’s” interests include all sports, especially bowling, in which he indulges frequently. IRMA MALLEY Irma, the outstanding blonde, can glory with the title of the Song Bird of Weaver High. Among her many fine attributes we must include that she is a very able actress. A charming per¬ sonality and becoming femininity gained her many a friend among both sexes. A Cappella Choir; Choir; Dra¬ matic Club; French Club; Girls’ League; Glee Club; Honor So¬ ciety. ELEANORE MALONE Eleanore is a nice, quiet, little girl — until you know her, and then she develops a chuckling liveli¬ ness. We used to bump into her while she was hot-footing it” down the corridors in the trail of some scoop for The Lookout. “El also summoned the Romans to their Concilium. She wants to be a female Winchell or just a plain college woman! Latin Club, Censor; Girls’ League; Lookout Editorial Board; Motto Committee; Nominating Committee; Honor Society. JULIAN MANDELL A young gentleman with a smile — plus! One of the intelligen- sia, A s being the rule rather than the exception, Julian’s name has become one of the regular fea¬ tures on the Honor Roll. But don ' t get the idea that he’s a study hound, for he swam on the school team and his ability on the tennis court is well known. He also hobbies radio. Chemistry Club; Latin Club; Junior Usher; Swimming Squad. NORMA MARASCO Norma’s extreme neatness about her appearance and her good looks have aroused the ad¬ miration of all her friends. Con¬ geniality and sweetness mark all her actions, while a fine singing voice adds all the more to her charm and personality. Girls’ League. NATALIE MARCUS The airs and graces of Natalie have brought her much promi¬ nence without apparent effort. One of her favorite hobbies, drawing, may turn into her ca¬ reer, as she plans to attend a spe¬ cial art school. She also takes great pleasure in dancing, and be¬ cause of her intense interest in this activity Natalie’s friends call her Jitterbug. Choir; Girls’ League. YETTA MARON Yet, the typical swing fan, always attended all Weaver dances. Her petiteness and cute¬ ness make her a favorite of both sexes. She definitely had her own crowd which stuck pretty closely together. Because of her ability, she will go far. — Here ' s to our fu¬ ture Ginger Rogers! Girls League. ELAINE MASCOLO Basketball, baseball, soccer, ten¬ nis, track, volleyball (can you think of anything else!)—each ac¬ tivity finds Lil in action as the seasons roll round. Because of her desire to become a nurse, one could also find her peering at test tubes and things up in the chem lab with a puzzled light in her eyes. Just give your patients a smile, Lil,” and they ' ll soon be well. Chemistry Club; Girls’ League; Girls ' Leaders’ Corps, President; Girls ' Sports; Cheerleader. CHRISTOPHER MATCHETT In looking over that six foot four inch frame of Christopher’s, we can easily see where he got his nickname, Stretch. ' ’ The favorite pastime of fellow students consist¬ ed of asking him how the air feels up there. Every inch of his body bulges with fun and good humor. When you’re with Stretch,’’ it’s certain that you ' ll have a good time. OLIVER MATHER Tall, drawling, easy - going Doe was much more interested in the social side of high school life than in studying. His carefree manner made him welcome in every social circle, and outside of school he was an ardent enthu¬ siast of dancing. His chief in¬ terests lie in sports and a young Miss from Hall High School! Basketball Squad; Junior Prom Committee; Matinee Dance Com¬ mittee; Nominating Committee. DOROTHY MAYFIELD Although Dot has not been with us through all our school ca¬ reer, we have found her both charming and interesting. Dot’’ is a clever little seamstress, too, for she has made many chic little gowns. Perhaps she will be a fa¬ mous modiste, who knows? Girls ' League; Girls’ Sports. DOROTHY McCALL This Miss, answering to the name of Dot, often reminded us of a doll, so sweet and petite is she. The possessor of a quiet dis¬ position, she was the type of girl who, if you claimed her as your friend, could always be depended on. The secretarial world is in for a big boost if Dot enters that field of work. Girls’ Business Club; Girls’ League. thomas McCarthy Tom is a very courteous, obliging, young man. His charm¬ ing congenial ways, plus his good looks have certainly made a hit with the girls. However, “Tom ' s policy seems to be From fair maidens I keep my distance.” Tom” is the studious, ambitious type, and he should do well in his future work. william McCarthy Bill left school but decided it would be worth while to return and graduate with the class of ' 39. We re certainly glad that he changed his mind, for although rather quiet most of the time he was undeniably a likeable and popular fellow and was at all times a worthy friend. We re sure Bill will never be sorry he came back to the fold. WILLIAM McCLORY Rabbit cannot be omitted from the class of regular fel¬ lows here at school. He was liked by all who knew him be¬ cause he was a very quiet boy, who went about his work with¬ out asking questions. He enjoys playing billiards, and all sports. Upon leaving Weaver, he hopes to follow Horace Greeley’s advice and head for the open West. May your wish come true. Enjoy the land out there! JOHN McGRATH “Sailing, sailing, over the bound¬ ing main. For many a stormy wind shall blow Ere Jack comes home again. “Johnny’s love of the sea may make him a sailor yet. At Weaver, John did not need a gob’s uniform to make a n impression, for his simply and carefree manner won him a host of friends. Baseball Squad. THE NURSE Nursing opens a wide vista for the girls of Weaver High School. Because of newly arisen activities, those intent on this field no longer are limited to being merely private or hospital nurses. There is need for them in large department stores, in mills, and in factories. They are wanted as school nurses, as social workers, or as workers in laboratories, there to discover some cure or preventive for disease. Yes, there is a demand for young, clear-eyed, mentally alert girls to fill these needs. From the rank and file of Weaver ' s graduates a few will surely be quick in their hearty response to the call for nurses. These girls who step forward will carry with them an enthusiasm and courage. With patience and endurance they will readily battle any health menance to society. When, after long training, each one of these receives her hard-earned cap as badge of service, Weaver will be proud to know it has helped in mak¬ ing them expert, understanding nurses. Despite the loss of some of the glamor that was formerly attached to the nursing profession, our classmates will go on valiantly with efforts to cure the sick and keep the healthy well. They will relieve suffering, bring cleanliness to squalid homes, and nourish the starved children found in the dirty, noisy streets of the slums. As nurses they will become an integral part of a service, that, in dedicating itself to humanity, also further the interests of civilization. [ 78 ] GEORGE McMAHON ISADORE MELNICK A golf club is to George what swing music is to a jitterbug.” This blonde lad who takes his glee on the local links really could hit that ball. Though he mingled with a select few, those who were fortunate enough to make his ac¬ quaintance call him a regular fellow” and a swell guy” to have around. Golf Team; Lookout Business Board, Circulation Manager. FREDERICK MEHR Agreeableness is Fred ' s” out¬ standing characteristic. A tall, husky, blond youth, he is one of that strong, silent type of men. Though he tried out for none of our teams. Fred is a pretty fair athlete. Believe it or not, he really appreciates symphonic music. Frederick never had trouble keep¬ ing his hair in place! DANIEL MEISTER Chub” possessed two person¬ alities which were unlike those of the Jekyll-Hyde story in that both were quite pleasing. One he showed to his teachers, that of a conscientious, bright, considerate lad. The other, as his companions saw him, was as a friendly, easy- mixing, popular fellow. Combine them both and the result is mi¬ raculous-— a student liked by his teachers as well as by the student body! Junior Prom Committee; Honor Society. EILEEN MELLEY Dimples, freckles, a sense of fun, a couple of twinkling Irish eyes, and bubbling laughter— that’s Eileen. She belonged to that inner circle of Amazons—the Girls’ Leaders’ Corps—and has often upheld the honor of her class on the athletic field. The cold, cruel world, no doubt, will be ten degrees warmer when she gets out into it. Girls’ League; Girls’ Business Club; Girls’ Leaders’ Corps; Ingle- side Club, President. “Izzy” is another one who rarely let studies interfere with a good time. He likes to dance and also spent many an evening at the local alleys, where he fairly blasted the pins from the floor. Numerous members of the fairer sex always attracted this young man. ROCCO MELO Although Roc” loved to clown, and he did it both in class and out, he possessed much under¬ lying intelligence. We admire him for his ability to be so cheerful and happy-go-lucky, for he is, perhaps, one of the hardest work¬ ing boys in the class. He burned the midnight oil” many a night, working Weaver’s printing press. Here ' s to a fellow who isn’t afraid of hard work! Choir; Cross Country Team; Glee Club; Track. FREDERICK MERCIER Mugger,” who came to us from East Hartford—much to our good fortune—did not take long in becoming a regular member of the student body. Squirrels and rabbits of nearby haunts had bet¬ ter watch out while he’s on the warpath,” for ’’Fred” is a hunter of no mean repute! THOMAS METZNER “Tommy,” alias Skinny Du¬ gan,” is pleasing both in physiog¬ nomy and personality. His ability on the football team is undoubt¬ ed, and he will probably do well at Holy Cross, his chosen college. Although “Tommy” did not in¬ dulge in basketball or baseball, he was an enthusiastic spectator at these school games. Good luck to a swell fellow! Chemistry Club; Guard on City Championship Football Team. SEYMOUR MICHELSON Mike put his brawn to good advantage. For the better part of three years, this hefty lad gave all he had for our alma mater by either putting the shotput, or opening holes in the opposing team’s line big enough for a Mack truck to go through. A hard worker, both in and out of school, big Mike hopes to continue his educational and football career in college. Track Team; Tackle on City Championship Football Team. PAUL MIKELL Duly,’’ one of Weaver’s fore¬ most athletes, is especially versa¬ tile on the track, where his prow¬ ess has consistently resulted in points for the Green and White Paul is very popular with his fel¬ low classmates with a ready smile and spontaneous wit, which sev¬ eral times has nearly placed him in study hall! He plans to attend Tallegda College to become a so¬ cial worker. Football Squad; Basketball Squad; Track Team. FREDERICK MIKULLITZ A good-looking fellow, serious, rather quiet — wait a minute. Look at that smile, and that gleam in his eye. There’s plenty of impish fun lurking there. If you happen to catch him in a serious mood don’t let him fool you—the fire¬ works will start any minute. Baseball Team. JAMES MILLS This tall, slim youth may seem quiet and unassuming to the cas¬ ual observer, but to his friends a gayer side reveals itself. J. T.” could take a ribbing, and often he did at cross country and track from the many pranksters. Just what position in the business world James hopes to hold is yet unknown, but just give him time, and then watch his dust. Cross Country Squad; Track Squad. MABEL MONAGHAN Here’s a girl who knows all and says little. Mabel maintains a very sociable disposition, and her friendly manner won the admira¬ tion of her fellow students. A ca¬ reer in stenography is her goal, and she endeavors to further it when she leaves Weaver. Stu¬ dents and teachers alike know ' and respect her amiable character. Girls’ League. LORETTA MONTGOMERY Though small in stature, Low’’ does not let this hinder her from participating in the various girls ' sports. ’’Low ' ' has a fine person¬ ality and the ability to win friends easily. These traits should aid her in her desire of becoming a successful teacher. Choir; Girls’ League; Girls Sports. GRACE MONTSTREAM Sweetness, industriousness, seri¬ ousness, and calmness are all qual¬ ities which we admire in any girl but especially when combined in such a delightful person as Grace. The most outstanding of these is her calmness, the secret of which we should like to obtain from her. Her future plans include secretarial work. Girls’ League; Girls’ Sports. GEORGE MOROCCO George has led a quiet, unobtru¬ sive life at Weaver, not letting us get to know him very well. He is rather shy, more the strong, silent man of few words. Yet, if one pierces this shell of reticences, one finds George a good-natured, hard working fellow. He plans to take a long vacation after leaving school and then go to work. May¬ be he read Barry’s “Holiday ! ESSIE MURRAY MAHALEY NAPPER A frown on Essie ' s ever-smiling countenance would look as out of place as a soph in 227. We often wondered what Essie has been dreaming about the past few years. After much time spent in diligent thought, we suggest that it may be some secret passion. If we are right, how about telling us, Essie? Track Team. FRANCES MURRAY “Frannie” is a diminutive miss, full of vitality. Curly brown hair, twinkling blue eyes, and freckles add to her undeniable charm. Al¬ though she didn ' t join many clubs at Weaver, Fran certainly made up for it by supporting the games and dances. We say good-bye to a good sport and a faithful friend. Girls ' League. MARY MURRAY Mary — a typical Irish lass with her sparkling blue eyes and soft brown tresses! Her well- known smile discloses the secret of her success in high school. Be¬ cause of her general good humor she was welcome in every circle. Her efficiency in shorthand and typing indicates that she will be promising material for some of¬ fice! Girls’ League. MORRIS NADLER Watching the world hum by through the medium of radio waves, Pigeon never let medi¬ ocre things trouble him. Looking and dreaming were his favorite poses. He always claimed that it was of television he was dreaming. “Pigeon” says that there’s a great future in that field. Well, here’s hopin’, Morris. Although quiet, Mahaley cer¬ tainly does not lack enthusiasm. Her cheerfulness and friendliness have brightened many of our dark moments and classes. We are sure she will succeed in her chosen field, be it nursing or social work. Girls’ League. PEARL NEEDLES Pearl is without doubt one of ’39 s shining lights. We wonder what Weaver would have done without her. She is blessed with a bright and sunny disposition that has made her known and loved. Pearl has been a willing participant in the activities of the school and has done much to make the Girls’ League a success. Girls ' League, President; Ingle- side Club; Dramatic Club. JOSEPH NEMETZ Buddy,” one of the shyest boys in our class, as far as girls are con¬ cerned was quite at home with the fellows. He has spent much time in reading and thinking, and con¬ sequently his views on current matters are always valuable and interesting. “Buddy intends to go to college, but he is rather un¬ decided as to which one. Chemistry Club; German Club; Honor Society; Latin Club. FLORENCE NEWHOUSE Pearl” is very conscientious in everything she does. Her avid in¬ terest in the producing group of the Dramatic Club has helped put over many of the plays. Swimming and dancing offer vivacious Pearl” recreation and relaxation. Her charming smile and pleasing personality will, no doubt, bring her success. Dramatic Club; German Club; Girls’ League; Honor Society; Latin Club; Lookout Business Board; C.H.L.S. CECELIA NOONAN ELIZABETH O’CONNOR Cecelia is a very likeable girl and makes many friends through her kind nature and genorosity. She applied herself intently to schoolwork, always appeared neat¬ ly dressed and did things with a thoroughness and efficiency that was quite commendable. She will, without a doubt, go a long way- on the road to success, and has our best wishes. Girls’ League. JOHN NOONAN Jack ' s main interests center around sports and commercial work although his looks and curly black hair do not hinder him in finding other distractions to fill his spare time! “Johnny’s” pride and joy is a scrapbook of all the base¬ ball news that ' s worth saving. Who knows — we may have a future baseball expert in our midst. SIDNEY NORWITZ Sid” can be classed as one of Weaver ' s most ardent sports fans and school-spirited individuals, for he was indeed one of our out¬ standing cheerleaders during the last two seasons. Besides being rated high as a tripper of the light fantastics, easy-going, congenial, “Sid was one of our more pop¬ ular boys, the girls thinking him good looking, the fellows consider¬ ing him a swell guy , Cheerleader; Chemistry Club, Treasuer; Choir; Glee Club; Track Squad; Portal Business Board LEO NOVARR Leo rates as one of the best- liked boys in the class. Possessing a friendly smile, an amiable per¬ sonality, a keen sense of humor, and the character of a good sport, this fellow is going places.” A real sports enthusiast, Leo, by vir¬ tue of his congeniality and com¬ mon sense, will long be remem¬ bered by his classmates and teachers. Cross Country Squad; German Club; Latin Club; Lookout Editor¬ ial Board; Tie Committee; Honor Society. Tall and slender, with bright, brown hair and blue eyes, Betty” will adorn an office desk someday, for she plans to study business after leaving our dear ole school. “Betty” is rather quiet and aloof, but the many who know her de¬ clare that she is a swell kid,” and we re here to second that mo¬ tion. Girls’ League. WILLIAM O’CONNOR Any picnics in town? If so, Oke” will be in that vicinity with a group of his pals. He en¬ joyed school life and was just one of these boys who passed with¬ out taking too many books home. Just the same, Oke” knows what’s going on and is nobody’s fool! His joyous character labels him as one of Weaver ' s oustanding person¬ alities. JOSEPH OGUSCHEWITZ Gushie” possessed that something that all boys thought they had when they started shaving—name¬ ly, a manly growth of hair upon their chins. We hear he’s a barber on the side—no wonder. This short dark lad was also the owner of a rare sense of humor as was ex¬ emplified in many of his classes. His mirthful “cutting-up” has en¬ deared him to many. EVELYN OLDER Evy’s” merry good-humor and dashing repartie make her enjoy¬ able company, and being petite and pretty, she’s easy on the eyes. Evelyn ' s artistic temperament is evident in her appearance and in her work, for she has unusual drawing ability and is competent at the piano. Choir; Girls’ League; Glee Club; Art-Crafts Club. MERCIA PARANDES Mercia wended her quiet way, but those who made her acquain¬ tance found her a pleasant assoc¬ iate. As librarian in the public library, we found her a most able assistant. Piano playing was also her forte, and she has designs of teaching the subject. Whatever may be her chosen field, we’ve had proof of ability to work hard at whatever she tackles. Girls Business Club; Girls’ League. SIDNEY PASTERNACK Whether it was symphony or swing, with violin and chin, there was Sidney. He was concert mas¬ ter of the senior orchestra and also led his own jam” unit. Not a very talkative lad, Sidney ' s motto was, “The bow is mightier than the tongue. ' Besides music, his interests leaned toward handball and chess, he being able to hold his own at either. Weaver will miss Pasternack and his violin, but his melody will linger on. Orchestra Concert Master; Chemistry Club; Chess Club; French Club, Vice-President; In¬ ter-High Orchestra; Junior Usher; Track Squad. HELEN PATTERSON With a cheerful, friendly dis¬ position, “Pat is ready and eager to try anything once. Her hob¬ bies consist of music, dancing, and dramatics, but she chooses stenog¬ raphy for her career. Keep that sunny disposition, Pat, and you will surely succeed in whatever you may attempt. Choir; Girls’ League. JAMES PATTERSON “Jimmy,’’ one of these athleti¬ cally inclined boys, spends his best moments on the cinder track. On the other hand, he has a marked talent, as is shown by his activities in this field. “Jimmy” at¬ tracted many an admiring glance because of his ability on the dance floor. May he succeed in his am¬ bition of becoming an instructor in physical education. Choir; Glee Club; Track Team, ANGELO PATTI “Tiger, the all-knowing sports fan! Betimes he waxed so hot that in his opinion H. P. H. S. had the edge over us! We didn’t know whether to accuse him of partisans hip or broad-minded¬ ness. Usually, Patti’s rib-tickling wit kept us laughing in the aisles. This and sincerity gained him a host of friends. Certainly, we expect big things of this young man! Cross Country Team; Track Team. DOLORES PAULSEN This Danish princess with her tall, blonde good looks and regal carriage, plus a glorious voice, would seem a natural for grand opera, but it’s all going to be wasted! “Lorry” intends to lend her charms to the business of be¬ coming a secretary. In spite of her regal demeanor, Dolores has made many friends among “We, the people. A Cappella Choir; Choir; Glee Club; Girls ' League; Honor So¬ ciety. GORDON PEARL “Gordy is that busy fellow w r ho always walks around hum¬ ming under his breath. Happy-go- lucky must be “Gordy’s” middle name, for the only thing he seems to be serious about, is radio, and he plans to be a radio announcer. A bit talkative, and sarcastically inclined, but a regular fellow at that, he has made a host of friends at Weaver. Camera Club, Secretary; Ring Committee. ELLA PEEPLES Though she loves both sports and dancing dearly, “Peep” is more interested in tap dancing, which she hopes will lead to a stage career. Her numble feet, sense of rhythm, and graceful body, aided by a gay gleaming smile, will endear Peep to fu¬ ture audiences. We’ll be looking for your name in lights, Ella. Girls’ League; Girls’ Sports. CLARENCE PEISS Clarence, known to his friends as Babe,” was one of the small¬ est boys in our class, but in nothing except his stature was he small. He has made a name for himself both on the tennis court and in scholarship, but in spite of all his honors his headsize has re¬ mained the same through his years at Weaver. May whatever he at¬ tempts be successful! Chess Club; Chemistry Club; German Club, President; Honor Society; Latin Club; Junior Usher; Tennis Team; Motto Committee. GOLDIE PELTZ In Goldie’s slight form there is a rhythm that makes her dance well and thrill to swing music. Goldie, who wants to be a sales¬ girl, is a pleasant person to know, and has a sympathy and will¬ ingness to help that will make her well liked by her customers and, no doubt, by her lucky employer. Girls’ League. LEO PERKEL Always on the honor roll, Leo does a marvelous and efficient job with his studies. He is very pop¬ ular with his teachers and fellow students. For his highest scholas¬ tic standing during the junior year, Leo received the Harvard Book Prize. He considers himself some¬ what of a disappointment because he received two demerits during his stay at Weaver! Honor Society; Boys Commer¬ cial Club; Harvard Book Prize. JULIAN PERLSTEIN Julian is an all around student because his activities are of a wide and varied nature. His many friends always enjoy talking to him as he has an admirable per¬ sonality and readily corresponds to his companions’ moods. He is quiet, broad-minded, unobtrusive, a shining example of a perfect student. A Cappella Choir; Choir; Glee Club; Nominating Committee; Portal Board; Track Squad. LOIS PETIT ' Loie, having the qualities of a true friend, is a quiet and re¬ served girl who simply went her own way without disturbing any¬ one. Although Loie was shy and quiet in action, we are given to understand that she can be great fun outside of school. She possesses a sense of humor which is a very delightful trait in a companion. A true pal, we wish her the best of luck. Girls League. ROBERT PHENIX That well-known Phenix grin has brightened many a dull mo¬ ment within Weaver ' s portals. A happy-go-lucky sort of person, Bob, known to most of the stu¬ dent body, has often been the originator of many of those puns, quips, and witticisms, which come from the back of the room. Hats off, and good luck to one ‘ swell’ guy. Football, Manager; Basketball. Manager; Cross Country; Track Team. IRVING PHILIPS Pill, a well-known and ver¬ satile chap, has a keen business mind which was put to use many times during his high school ca¬ reer, especially in his work on the Lookout.” His argumentative na¬ ture has been quite an asset to him, and many a time he has arisen in class to discuss some tech¬ nicality to prove his statement successfully — much to the delight of his fellow students. Chemistry Club; French Club; Lookout Business Board, Business Manager; Dramatic Club. CARA PICARO A petite young miss who has a sweet and charming personality, Cara’s industrious nature and sense of humor have been of great help to her. Her future plans are definitely in the dramatic or litera¬ ry field, as she has aspirations of becoming an actress or play¬ wright. Outside of school, Cara spends her time reading and sketching. Loads of luck to a love¬ ly little lady. C. H. L. S.; Dramatic Club; Girls League; Portal Board; Hon¬ or Society. THE OFFICE WORKER Weaver’s lads and lassies are going forth, diploma in hand, with a firm, eager step, and determination to make good. Especially hopeful are those who will enter the business world. They know that the wheels of industry must run smoothly if ships are to be launched, roads and bridges built, food raised, and clothing made. They know progress in a large measure depends on them to keep those wheels running, that only through their routine and technical work business is made possible. Many of these young people coming from Weaver ' s doors are prepared to become our future typists, bookkeepers, filing clerks, insurance agents, and secretaries. Having been taught the fundamentals of business technique and office work, they are ready to record transactions, plan advertisements, take dictation, and write letters. Willingly, earnestly, diligently doing the neces¬ sary work properly and well, they will give of their best, in that manner so characteristic of Weaver students. The next few years will see them using their ability and increasing their skill and experience in the business world. With the training acquired at Weaver as a beginning, they will develop into efficient, resourceful office workers and learn to make themselves valuable to the development of industry. [ 86 ] IRVING PINSKY Irving is an ambitious and clear thinking fellow who enjoys good stiff work. The more work he does, the more he enjoys it. He has been an able and willing Lookout representative ever since he came to this school. He enjoys swimming and collecting stamps, second only to playing chess. He plans to continue his studies and attend college. Good luck, Irving. Chess Club; Choir; Glee Club; Honor Society. FRANCIS PLATI Silence is golden” is the motto of Franny.” But every time Weaver had a social affair he always attended and had 100 per¬ cent as a mark for school spirit. His fellow students know they can count on him. Never frown¬ ing on a difficult task, Franny” had the right idea about a success¬ ful school career and his tips on success should be welcomed by all undergraduates. Track Squad. JAMES POIROT Jimmy” takes an active inter¬ est in many sports, especially foot¬ ball and swimming. He was keen¬ ly interested in the Weaver teams and showed it by going out many an afternoon to watch football practice. An all around fellow, his other specialties are dancing and getting good marks, which are topped off by his pleasing manner and good humor. REUBEN POMERANTZ Here’s one whose bow tie was worn to good advantage! It well befitted our baseball manager, whose friendly personality was evident. Studies never got him down. Rube’s” plan, we hear, is to try to enter one of our Naval Academies and so give Weaver a name in the forces. Whatever his future, we re sure he’ll go at it with good humor. Baseball Manager; German Club. CHRISTINE PONTILLO Chris,” envied by many of us for her charming and radiant per¬ sonality, had a beautiful smile, which often made her eyes twinkle with friendliness. Although busi¬ ness is her chosen career, Chris” could easily reach the top by way of her singing ability, for which she has often been called a second Kate Smith. You’re a good sport, ‘Chris,’ and we know you ' ll go places. Girls League; Ingleside Club. LEONARD PREBLOD Large of stature and of charac¬ ter, Loop has two outstanding avocations which some day may determine his vocation. Building model and flying airplanes—from which he derives his nickname— and photography are these hob¬ bies. Jovial, amicable Leonard hopes to enter Lehigh and there frighten the student body with his ever-present camera! Camera Club, President; Ger¬ man Club. ROGER PREU Rog, one of the many scouts at Weaver, views the field of art as his goal. Rog,” a camera en¬ thusiast, has indulged in a bit of stamp work, too. He’s the boy with blonde hair and a ready- to-give smile. We have often ad¬ mired Roger for his fine acting in the various presentations of the Dramatic Club. Art-Crafts Club; Dramatic Club; Color Committee. ALICE PROTASEWICH Alice, a small but excellent ath¬ lete, certainly did her part for Weaver by being a cheerleader overflowing with pep, vim, and vigor. She participated in most sports, and did very well for her¬ self and for her class teams. Her pleasing, quiet manner has gained her a horde of followers, male and female. Girls’ Leaders’ Corps; Cheer¬ leader; Girls’ Sports. PRISCILLA PUFFER “Pep is the right nickname for vivacious Priscilla, whose zest for living and gay spirit can be seen in the delightful twinkle of her eyes. “Pep is seriously concerned with her art work and intends to go to an art school, where she can give freer rein to her artistic incli¬ nations. Girls’ League. REINHOLD QUASNITSCHKA We inherited “Quack from our German friends, for this young man left that country for America when he was very young. This tall, fair youth has ever been a loyal son of Weaver. The collect¬ ing of coins fascinates him. Rein¬ hold hopes to become an employee of the telephone company. JOSEPH QUINN To know Joe —well, one would have to know him outside of school, for “Joe has been quite shy and quiet in class, but as soon as that 2:00 o’clock bell rang he became a different fellow. Then he’s witty, congenial, and almost talkative. A possessor of sincere modesty, this lad is sure to hit his mark wherever he may go. Chemistry Club. CLARA RADEEN Medium height, light hair, and a pleasing manner describe Clara. She has a quiet way, but she man¬ ages to gather many friends by her charming personality. Clara ' s efficiency and pleasantness will make her a very good secretary for a big executive, for she plans her career in that field. Well, Clara, we all have the highest hopes for you. Girls’ Business Club; Girls’ League. EVA RADEEN This quiet, well-liked girl went steadily toward the top of her class, and her progress gave her friends much pleasure. Once Eva became your friend, she was a lasting one, and was always a good influence to urge you to do the right thing. We ll all miss her, but she’ll be a wonderful addition to the business world, which she has chosen as her next field to conquer. Girls ' Business Club: Girls ' League; Honor Society: C. H. L. S. ANNA RAGONESE Anna proved herself rather ver¬ satile by excelling in numerous un¬ dertakings. Her art work and her dramatic ability are really remark¬ able. Snappy brown eyes and a neat appearance make her stand out in a crowd. We are certain that Anna’s intentions of becoming a commercial artist will be carried out, and we know that she will attain success in that field. Art-Crafts Club; Dramatic Club; Girls’ League; Color Committee. EVA RAIMONDI Being tall in stature, graceful, and full of energy made Eva an asset to girls’ sports. Her work on the basketball court and on the soccer field has been admired by many a classmate. Eva wants a job as soon as she gets out of school. Some “boss will surely fall for this charming young miss. Girls’ League; Girls ' Sports. EMILY RAMINO Neat, petite, and sweet! These words seem best to describe our “Le. She hustles about, making new friends who think she is “just the nicest little person, but she always keeps the old ones who also find her quite charming. Emily is quite the dancer, and she looks forward to a possible future in her ability to trip the light fan¬ tastic. Ingleside Club; Girls’ League. FREIDA RIBACK LEONARD RAPAPORT “Lenny,” quite the man about school,” possessed the added abili¬ ty of being quite the man about; town.” “Len” certainly gets around, and with his swell per¬ sonality who could stop him? Good-natured, witty, and interest¬ ingly conversational — what more could anyone want—unless it’s the sail boat that he has? CHARLES REED Charles possessed a quiet and reserved manner as he sauntered through the corridor in his un¬ assuming way. While watching Charles during study periods, with such a far away look in his eyes, we wondered if he was day¬ dreaming of some invention or merely living over again a few fleeting moments of ecstasy. Basketball Squad. MARCELLUS REED “Marcedo” claims that sports and girls are his hobbies, and he really takes his hobbies to heart! This lad attended all Weaver’s athletic events. This man of the world claims Weaver gave him memories that he will cherish as long as he lives. Good luck to you, “Marcedo”! SAUL REICHLIN The word “maybe” is seldom used in Saulie’s” vocabulary; it’s either “yes” or “ no. His unpre¬ dictable actions have often been a problem to his friends. Outside of school he favors dancing, in which he excels, and watching and par¬ ticipating in all kinds of athletics. The next four years will find Saul at college studying horticulture and dairying. Chemistry Club. With flaming hair and buoyant spirit, with a yen for stenographic work, and with diversified inter¬ ests, Freida presents a picture of one who is truly versatile. She likes art, as her ability shows, and at all times acts in the best and most well-mannered way. This last phrase might suggest quiet¬ ness, but oh, when started, she can make her joyous laughter heard above many of the rest of us. Art-Crafts Club; Girls’ Business Club; Girls’ League. RUTH RITTOW “Ruthie,” our petite mademoi¬ selle, always has clothes which might have been imported from Paris and which are the envy of many Weaver girls. When in doubt about the latest movie or radio program, just ask Ruth, for she knows all the answers. She is preparing for that unloved, un¬ wept, and unsought after profes¬ sion, teaching! C. H. L. S., Secretary; Girls’ League. ARTHUR ROBERTS “Art” has gone through Weaver with a happy-go-lucky, young-man-about-town air, mak¬ ing many friends among both boys and girls (blondes preferred). Model “T” Fords interest him a great deal, and he has two that really go—some of the time. Art” is planning to become a business man after more intensive training. Glee Club. DOROTHY ROBINSON “ ' Dot,” though small in sta¬ ture, was one of the best athletes in our class. She indulged in all girls sports, and excelled in everything she attempted. Dot’s” happy-go-lucky attitude won many friends, and her friendly smile gained her more than a few admirers. She is perfectly suited for her chosen career, and there¬ fore will do well as a physical education instructor. Girls ' Leaders’ Corps, Treasu¬ rer; Honor Society; Girls’ Sports; Motto Committee. WILLIAM ROBINSON “Bill,” that ' s me! I don’t worry about anything ’cause I don’t have to. You all may think I didn’t en¬ joy school, but these past few years will forever linger in my memory. The teachers, boys, and girls have treated me “swell,’’ and I want to thank you all. Any time you ' re low and blue, just think of “Bill,” and you’ll feel dandy. GRIZELDA ROLFE Jovial “Kris’s” fancies turn to ‘raising cain,” sports, and danc¬ ing. Weaver will be minus one of its staunch athletic rooters when this fair damsel leaves. Her joyous character livens up any group in which she is present. Rain or shine, there ' s always “life” in this girl, and she’s going places. Girls’ League. JOSEPHINE ROMBOLA “Not tall—But never say small,” “Jo” has a smile for all and has become quite popular throughout the school. “Jo” enjoys social ac¬ tivities and yet makes the honor roll. She just adores old books— “boys, take notice.” Any sopho¬ more needing coaching for a suc¬ cessful school career should by all means see Jo.” Choir; Girls’ League; Lookout Business Board. BETTY ROME She may seem giddy, but her flighty manner represents her high wit and cute personality. “Bet” is the girl you want to have to liven up a party. Clever, witty, cute— what more do you want than Bet¬ ty’s pleasant combination of good qualities? She may rise to be an¬ other Gracie Allen, but her voice will beat Gracie’s one hundred to one. C. H. L. S., President; Girls ' League. GEORGE ROME A more ardent sports enthusiast than George could hardly be found. Although he did not pos¬ sess the ability to become an il¬ lustrious star, he did give his all to whatever sport he went out for. No football game was too far from Hartford that he could not go to see it. A bask etball game was not complete if George did not attend it. He also played in the school band for the good of his alma ma¬ ter! Cross Country Team; Inter- High Orchestra; Orchestra; Track Team; Band. HELEN ROOT This young lady has apparently found the secret of happiness— hence the constant smile. If you want to keep “posted” on the lat¬ est dance steps—ask Helen. Be¬ sides being interested in dancing, she enjoys swimming and finds a good book a welcome friend. Hel¬ en wants to enter the business world as a secretary. HERMAN ROSEN Here’s the boy — get him—that wrote much of the scandal for the “Scoop” during our last year. Very active in school affairs, so¬ cially and athletically, popular “Herm” seeks to enter the jour¬ nalistic field. Frequently on the honor roll, he still managed to carry on extra activities. Keep it up, “Herm, Weavers proud of you! Camera Club; French Club; Honor Society; Junior Usher; Lat¬ in Club; Lookout Editorial Board; Nominating Committee; Track Squad; Motto Committee, Chair¬ man. MURIEL ROSIN Muriel has always been both competent and scrupulous about her school. Although quiet on oc¬ casion, Muriel can do her share of chatting as well as any. Her stubbornness in sticking to a point caused more than one argument with an indignant teacher, much to the delight of her classmates. Girls ' League. PHILIP ROSIN In “Phil we have another “strong, silent man.” Although not scholastically inclined, he pos¬ sessed an ingenuity which ex¬ pressed itself through mechanical drawing and such work. “Phil managed to dodge the girls during his years at Weaver—due to his shyness! “Phil is aiming for a successful career—as are so many others! Track Squad. SAUL ROSNER Unfortunately, Weaver did not possess a debating club, for this youth would have been the un¬ contested president after the dem¬ onstrations of his power of argu¬ ing and of his “gift of gab,” both of which we have often heard. Saul indulged in collecting coins and is an ardent philatelist. He also likes photography. Gather round, ye fair maidens. The gen¬ tleman may take your picture if you say, “Pretty, please.” Chemistry Club; Camera Club. NORMA ROSSBERG “Norm” came to Weaver in her junior year. Blonde and conspicu¬ ously pretty, she has distinguished herself as somewhat of an artist. Following up her talent, she plans to enter Pratt Institute. “Norm’s” interests varied greatly, as she could enjoy a bit of Hawthorne or Keats as well as a fling at the light fantastic. MARY ROSTEK “Maizie’ is one of our distin¬ guished young misses who never allow their calm disposition to be ruffled by false commotions. Her polite, quiet personality helps to make her a pleasant classmate. It can truly be said that “Maizie” very seldom missed a social event, for she was very popular with the opposite sex. Choir; Girls’ League. ISADORE ROTBERG When “Izzy wasn ' t being mis¬ taken for his brother, he was either heatedly debating with a group of politicians about the news of the day, or enjoying some out¬ door sport. A keen follower of current events, he took pride in predicting the date of the next world war. If “Izzy” has as much luck at that as in predict¬ ing football games, we needn’t worry yet. His more serious in¬ terest, however, is pharmacy. Chemistry Club; French Club, Treasurer. SOLOMON ROTBERG Bearing a strange resemblance to his brother (maybe because they are twins), “Solly” insisted they were as different as two peas in a pod! Always ready with a smile and pleasing remark, he didn’t have to look to find a friend. A liking for chemistry and other sciences seems to indicate a pharmaceutical career for Solomon. In the future, we ll buy our drugs, etc. at Rotberg and Rotberg, Inc., Pharmacists. Chemistry Club. RUTH ROTHSTEIN Getting along with “Ruthie” was as easy as rolling off a log. Often seen with a group of “pals,” she let her large, thoughtful eyes roam somewhere, far away. Ruth always hankered for a good French pronunciation; perhaps she hopes to see that country some¬ day. Here’s luck, Ruth. Girls’ League; French Club. ROSE RUBIN By her fellow students, Rosie” was held in one unanimous fav¬ orable opinion, namely, a smart dresser, a good sport, and a “swell ’ pal. Quiet and business¬ like, calm and collected, she went about her duties in a manner typi¬ fying efficiency. She likes office work, and plans to be a first class stenographer. Good luck. Rose. Choir; Girls ' Business Club; Girls ' League. JOHN RUMLEY Jack” possesses three things which he has a right to be proud of: first — a good mind that en¬ ables him to keep well up in scholastic standings; second — a fine personality which makes him liked by those with whom he comes in contact; and third — a sling¬ shot arm which makes him a real football passer. He won’t get too proud though, because he’s not that sort! PATSY RUSSO Introducing the one and only Patsy Russo. Here we have a true livewire.” (He gets around so fast that he has never been late for school.) Pat has been con¬ nected with the business board of The Lookout” ever since coming to Weaver. From office boy to president,” he went from a room representative to the position of Business Manager. Nice going, Pat.” Lookout Business Board, Busi¬ ness Manager. JAMES SAILOR Jimmy” always was a good history student in his years in high school. With a quiet disposition, he proved very popular with his fellow students and teachers. In¬ terested in coins, “Jim” has a promising hobby, and we predict he ' s going places. MORRIS SAMLER Morris could always be depend¬ ed upon to answer any question in any subject. Sober and indus¬ trious, both in and out of school, he has a pleasing personality and is well liked by all his friends. He made it a point to do good work on the Lookout Board, and he spent long afternoons in school on his journalistic efforts. He plans to en¬ ter N. Y. U. next fall. Good luck, Morris. Lookout Editorial Board. FRANCES SANDERS Fran,” typically a high school girl, has the most striking qualities of being one of the best dressed girls and also one of the prettiest. Always appearing at her best, Franny” made a host of friends and became the darling of many. Charming, poised, graceful, and sedate, she became a cynosure at many of Weaver’s activities. Choir; Girls ' League. JOHN SARUBBI Silent John,” one of Weaver ' s outstanding personalities, never said much, but his records prove that he has all the makings of an excellent student. Constantly on the honor lists, John still managed to carry on various outside activi¬ ties to break up the monotony of just school work. Hardly one per¬ son can think of the class of ’39 without the memory of John and the remarkable record he left be¬ hind. Boys Commercial Club, Presi¬ dent; Portal Board; Class Orator. JULIUS SCHNAPP Meat” snared the marks but disliked being labeled a “grind.” We were somewhat baffled as to the fear of and the excitement at oncoming tests which he displayed. For infallibly did his marks rank at the top of the class. Julius could always be found in the center of a crowd, as he was one of our most popular boys. Dramatic Club, President; Hon¬ or Society; Junior Usher. EDNA SCHUSTER Not many delight in the domes¬ tic arts, but to “Tiny” they of¬ fered great diversion. Her sewing and cooking abilities are some¬ thing of a wonder. She always ap¬ peared quiet, but she enjoyed dancing and had lots of fun out¬ side of school. Her friends know her as an enjoyable and pleasant person, one whom they deem a true and loyal friend. Girls Business Club; Girls League. THE MECHANIC The mushroom-like increase of automobiles, showing that business conditions are improving, necessitates the continuing work of garage mechan¬ ics and attendants. As cars constantly require refuelling and repairs, on almost every city block and country road is sure to be seen the inevitable garage or gas station. In many of them Weaver boys with a mechanical turn of mind will enjoy working with automobiles. They will clean and polish cars until they stand gleaming bright as a new penny. Tinkering with a broken down motor and finally hearing the engine catch and hum in perfect tune, taking apart and putting together again various broken parts, replacing tires or fixing old ones, sliding under an automobile to tighten a bolt here or fix a wire there, doing dirty, hard, routine work will be to them an enjoyment, a satisfaction mingled with the pride of accomplishment. Each one of these boys, knowing his is a responsible job, will be doing it well and conscientiously. He knows also that the garage worker is im¬ portant to the industrial world because he can help to minimize traffic acci¬ dents and make road travel more pleasant. No less important than the building of cars is the maintaining of them in good condition. This task the garage attendants who come out of Weaver will endeavor to do, by applying their skill and knowledge to the best of their ability. [ 94 ] ESTHER SHECHTER EVERETT SELTZER King” holds a key to the world of knowledge. Being a man of long, thoughtful silences, in the fu¬ ture he will propound theories more pretentious than those of New ' ton and Einstein. The keen sense of humor found in his writ¬ ings characterizes the author him¬ self. Primarily a student. Everett seldom mingled in the social whirl, but occasionally went out with the boys. Camera Club; Chemistry Club; Honor Society; Inkspot; Junior Usher: Latin Club, Consul; Look¬ out Editorial Board: Portal Board; Swimming Squad; Tennis Team. ARLINE SEYMOUR Those who have attended the girls athletic meets will remember that there were very few teams, baseball, basketball, soccer, or track, on which Arline didn ' t dis¬ play her ability. In addition to all this, she possesses a friendly man¬ ner and a magnetic personality which prove her to be a good sport. Choir; Girls’ Leaders Corps; Girls’ Sports. SEYMOUR SHARNIK Si, with his little brown note¬ book and his violin, has become a familiar sight to Weaverites. The notebook he carried for interviews. The reason for the violin has caused many to wonder. Neverthe¬ less, being school correspondent for The Hartford Times ' kept that notebook filled. But all jest¬ ing aside, Si was an accom¬ plished musician. As a student, he more than held his own, winning the state-wide Latin contest in the junior year. Choir; French Club; Glee Club; Honor Society; Inter-High Or¬ chestra; Junior Usher; Orchestra. JOHN SHAW John always reminded us of a man who holds one job for twenty years, and does a good piece of work every day. In a far from boisterous fashion, he did his as¬ signments, and let the results speak for themselves. While not saying much, he showed his abili¬ ty when the time to write tests came. We ll expect to see John a successful business man, making the best of each day. Schechy” did not appear as a boisterous sort while in school, but outside of school she was well known for her vivacity. She has a carefree appearance, and her outstanding characteristic was her unconcern about scholastic prob¬ lems. She has many friends who wish her future success in what¬ ever she attempts. Girls’ League. INEZ SHECHTMAN Though small of stature, Inez possessed a keen sense of humor that could in no way be compared to her size. Considered by many as a quiet girl, she was just one of these ladies who knew that si¬ lence was golden and reaped much gold as her reward. One of Inez’s most valuable posses¬ sions is the ability to make friends. Girls’ League; Girls’ Business Club. BERTHA SHEINTOP Bertha always impressed us as the kind of girl who wanted to go out and do a man’s job in this old world. She’s very much interested in aviation, and we think Bert” would make an ideal hostess. Never one for much studying, Bertha ' s time seemed to be filled with more important duties! We predict a bright future in aviation. Happy landings, Bertha. Girls’ League. DAVID SHEKETOFF Davie has given the Acting Group of the Dramatic Club many a headache by expounding the absolute necessity and superiority of the Producing Group. His dim¬ ples are the envy of all the girls in the class. Popular Dave” turned out many well-phrased sar¬ castic remarks in giving his opin¬ ion on certain matters and loved to poke fun at anyone or anything that did not suit him exactly. Dramatic Club, Vice-President and Treasurer; French Club; Nominating Committee; Portal Business Board; Swimming Team. MERWIN SHEKETOFF Shek, good-looking, and often unpredictable, has skipped merrily through school without participating in any of the activi¬ ties here at Weaver, but perhaps that young lady in West Hartford took all his spare time. At any rate, we hope that he will enjoy his college days and have all suc¬ cess in his future work. Honor Society. GRAYCE SHERMAN ' Grade, a modern miss who always follows the latest style trends, has forsaken sweet music for the swingiest of swing and favors dancing in jitterbug fashion. Grade wants to attentd a business college in order to launch herself into the world bet¬ ter prepared to cope with various problems. Girls League; Art-Crafts Club. EMANUEL SHLUGER Manny walked about the school with a very quiet manner, but to his friends he presented quite a different picture. Trying to be a ladies’ man, he kept his dancing quite above par” and succeeded with most of the girls. He seems to have a definite ability for talking and keeping to his point; perhaps that explains his choice of the law as a career. As for his desire for $1,000,000, we wonder! FLORENCE SHUMAN Small, cute, happy-go-lucky Fluff gives the appearance of a nonchalant personality. She al¬ ways managed to laugh and act merry, no matter what the wor¬ ries. She loves to dance, and cer¬ tainly does it well. She came to us from Boston, and her Bos¬ tonian accent has always made us smile. May her cheerfulness always remain with her! Girls’ League; Girls ' Sports; Color Committee. ANN SHURBERG A pleasant sense of humor and a knack of getting along with peo¬ ple have given Babe the numer¬ ous friends, she has. In and out¬ side of school, her cheerfulness and good-will-to-all attitude have made her popular among both sexes. After graduation, she in¬ tends to study commercial art. Girls League. ALEXANDER SIDORIK When Awky was good, he was awfully good. When Awky” was fair, he was—well, just fair. Take sports, for instance. Good? No, wonderful—Captain of city football champs, and he tosses in two other sports for good measure. Popular? With the best! Good dancer? You said it! Shyness and speeches before assemblies rate under the fair column, however! All in all, big Awky was one of the swellest fellows in the class. Basketball Team, Co-captain; Track Team; Tackle and Captain of City Championship Football Team. WALTER SIDORIK Because of his size, Bodgie looked up to his big brother in more ways than one. But he was large enough to play a swell” game of basketball. Besides sports, Walter likes reading. He claims he never has any differences with his brother. No,” he says, we ' re alike in every way. With all jok¬ ing aside, he wants to own his own business some day and we ' re sure that that won’t be difficult for him. Basketball Team, Co- Captain. ROBERT SIGMAN Although work outside of school kept Bob ' from extra-cur¬ ricula activities, he succeeded in meeting the requirements of study and carrying them but without much difficulty. In the way of en¬ tertainment, he likes theatres and stamps. Though the future holds no definite plans for Bob,” we ll be looking for him as a prosper¬ ous business man. LOIS SILVER Lois s chattering is as constant as the babbling brook, yet all who listen enjoy it. Studies never meant much to her, so that she has skipped through Weaver in a most carefree manner. Thoroughly con¬ genial and amiable, Lois ' s motto seems to be. Every cloud has its silver lining!” Chemistry Club; Girls’ League; Lookout Business Board; Safety Club. NORMA SILVER Laughing eyes enforced by an infectious smile gave us reason to believe that Shorty ' s mind was always in the best of spirits. For a nursing career what better char¬ acteristic could be found than cheerfulness? No doubt, her active participation in sports will be of benefit in her career. Maybe get¬ ting sick won’t be as unpleasant as they say! Chemistry Club; Girls League. ANNA SILVESTER Can you picture a person who has a pleasant disposition, a quiet manner, and the most helpful spir¬ it? If you can, you know Anna. As pretty as a picture, and very un¬ obtrusive, she has gone serenely, but definitely about her way. Stamp collecting fascinates her! She intends joining the crowd at Morse Business College next year! Girls ' Business Club; Girls’ Glee Club; Girls’ League. MILDRED SIMONS Mimi may not have been out¬ standing in Weaver activities, but she has always been a faithful Weaverite and will always be loyal to the class of ’39. Her pop¬ ularity with her friends is evident, and her scholastic standing guar¬ antees her success in the dental field. We guess there’s no need to keep our finqers crossed for you, Mimi”! Chemistry Club; Girls’ League. HERBERT SLEEPER ’Herb ' s happy-go-lucky spirit, his choice of clothes, and his abili¬ ty to mix well have made him popular with both the boys and the girls of our class. He was an ardent Weaver fan and could usually be seen cheering lustily at most of the athletic affairs. Herb” was not confined to the bleachers, however, for he received his “W” in tennis. Lookout Business Board; Ten¬ nis Team. AARON SLITT Beneath Aaron’s crop of sleek black hair which inevitably fell over his eyes, there existed ever a sheepish grin. A firm believer of the haste makes waste” proposi¬ tion, this heavy-set fellow was, judging from his dilatory manner, an example of slowness personi¬ fied. He plans a colorful career in the field of selling paint. WILLIAM SLITT Though apparently quiet and easy-going in the corridor and classroom, Bill” becomes a speed demon and a “whiz” when un¬ leashed on the diamond or the bas¬ ketball court. Nevertheless, he ex¬ celled both in the classroom and on the athletic field or court. Bill” was also the Sports Editor of The Lookout” and became quite popular through his column, The Sportsfolio.” Journalism or pro¬ fessional ball will be his future, and he can easily make the grade in either. Baseball Team; Basketball Team; French Club; Honor So¬ ciety, President; Junior Usher; Latin Club; Lookout Editorial Board; Class President; Quill and Scroll. JOEL SLOSSBERG Without a single doubt, Joel’s ability as a good dancer is known far and wide. He has ambled through his three years at Weaver in a free and easy manner, never worrying too much about home¬ work. His unrestrained conversa¬ tion and actions have provided his classmates with many amusing and enjoyable hours. Choir. BARBARA SMITH SIDNEY SOLOMSON Bob’s quiet manner and studi¬ ous look deceived classmates who knew her only slightly, for she was really quite a “swing addict. Although her homework was al¬ ways done, Barbara still found time for good times. Her winning smile and thoughtfulness made her popular among her friends. We hope you will be successful in your business career, “Bob. Girls Business Club; Girls League. MELVIN SMITH With her ability to sing so well, we have often wondered why Melvin hasn ' t contributed her services to the Glee Club and Choir; however, we realize Melvin has had so many other things to do. Melvin ' s bursting forth with such a contagious giggle has caused many an uproar of hilarity, especially during lunch periods. ROBERT SODERBERG Sody has been a pleasant person to have with us at Weaver. His pleasing personality and genu¬ ine sincerity have won many friends for him. He is one of Weaver’s Bob Taylors with his good looks, neat clothes, friendly eyes, and courteous ways. College is “Sody ' s ’ foremost thought, and we believe he’ll succeed. RUTH SOLOMON Abbey s ' neat and well-dressed appearance has been the envy of many a girl at school. Besides her ever-pleasant disposition and charming manner, Ruth possesses a good sense of humor and the ability to mix well among her many friends. She has pursued her studies diligently and joined in extra-curricular activities whole¬ heartedly. C. H. L. S.; Chemistry Club, Secretary; Girls ' League; Portal Business Board; Safety Club. A mite of a chap, “Smeck always had opposing pitchers worried when he was at the plate. Despite his size, he wielded a po¬ tent bat, and drew many a walk. In the field, he was dynamite, and seldom did a grounder sizzle through his hands. He is a keen follower of the game, and maybe, some day, Sidney will be scoopin’ ' em up in the big leagues. Baseball Team. NORMA SOSIN “Norm has that enviable quali¬ ty of being able to mix well with people, and that probably is the best explanation of why she was so well liked here at Weaver. She enjoys sports of all kinds, and in her leisure hours she sews. New Britain Nursing School is her goal. Good luck, Norma! Girls League; Ingleside Club; Chemistry Club. BENJAMIN SPECTOR “Speck might well qualify as Weaver ' s Napoleon. Both of these men were rather diminutive, yet they conquered everything in their path — Benny ' s” specialty being scholastic grades. Napoleon had very little on Speck as far as fame and popularity went. A boy with his ability and pleasing personality will never meet a Waterloo,” however. Chemistry Club; French Club; junior Usher; Latin Club. HERBERT SPENCER Click! Your fate ' s up. Spence has just caught you in your worst pose with his ever-present candid camera. Fun-loving and friendly, Herbert is Weaver ' s outstanding photography fiend, and to him much credit is due for several ex¬ cellent candid shots’ in this book. “Spence,” clearly seeing his way, plans to go on in the work of pho¬ tography and, no doubt, will suc¬ ceed. Camera Club, President; Track Squad. DOROTHY STAPLES “Dot,’ one of the more lively members of our class, made her¬ self quite popular during her stay at Weaver. Her almost ever¬ present smile and her charming personality made it a pleasure to know her. Besides being well known on the dance floor, ' Dot ' also displayed ability in the ath¬ letic line by being a familiar figure on Keney Pond during the ice- skating season. Weaver liked you, “Dot, ' ' and no doubt the college which you plan to enter will also. C. H. L. S.; Dramatic Club; Choir; Girls’ League; Matinee Dance Committee; Testatrix. RUTH STEIN Although known as quite a chatterer in class, “Ruthie” always managed to be among the highest students scholastically. If you want a favor done, go to “Ruthie,’’ for she is one of those persons who are glad to lend a helping hand to all. Her affection¬ ate and efficient nature should be a great asset to her in future life. C. H. L. S., President; French Club; Girls’ League; Latin Club. CONSTANCE STERN Picture a “whiz bang on a tennis court, and there you have “Connie.’’ Not one to concern her¬ self too much about school, “Con¬ nie often found enjoyment in this sport. She has a sociable na¬ ture, with her disposition usually on the sunny side. With her care¬ free attitude she combined an at¬ tractive smile, and the pleasing re¬ sult may well speak for itself. Girls League. DORIS STEWART “D” seems at first rather dis¬ tant, but when one knows her she becomes quite interesting and so¬ ciable. Doris may appear innocent to look at, but did you ever notice that mischievous twinkle in her eye? Her special interest is mu¬ sic. We wonder if she prefers soli¬ tude while listening to it! Girls ' League. HERBERT STOLTZ In “Herb we find the silent, courteous type. He moves about quietly and inconspicuously, but by no means lacks individuality. He possesses an extremely polite manner, and enjoyed the better things of life—art and music. He draws adeptly, and the future holds much in store for him in this fascinating field. Art-Crafts Club. BENJAMIN STRAZZI Benny would say “hello’’ to anyone .— almost. Friendliness thrived in Benny, and the trait should prove a great asset. He could enjoy a good time as well as the next person and could take as well as give a joke. Weaver ' s corridors will miss this happy-go- lucky fellow who now looks for more worlds to conquer. Latin Club; Cross Country; Nominating Committee; Honor Society; Motto Committee. MAX STREEN If there was a quieter boy in the whole school than Max, we have failed to notice him. Not only did he have a desire to re¬ main as quiet as possible, but he also went to the utmost extreme, and sometimes could be seen sleep¬ ing in his seat! This earned for him the lasting nickname, Sleepy. However, Max was not lacking in friends because of his good nature and his willingness to help anyone at anytime. Football Squad. ELIZABETH SULLIVAN Betty’s’ quiet, demure manner and ready smile were always a source of pleasure to all. Petite and charming, she made her pres¬ ence felt among us. “Betty spends a good deal of her time reading. Another devotee of Terp¬ sichore, she attended all the Weaver dances. MARION SULLIVAN One can always depend on “Sully ' s” having a big smile and a cheerful greeting when she enters school in the mor ning. Her light, easily distinguishable laugh and her pleasant disposition are enough to cheer up anyone. Her interests lie along cultural lines, as Sully’’ is fond of reading good books and listening to opera mu¬ sic. Girls’ League. SIDNEY SWADOSH “Prof,” as his name and in¬ dustrious appearance imply, is a true student. Always rather a bookworm, he won many scholas¬ tic honors and the good wishes of his teachers. But don’t think that he was always studying, for he was active in club activities and has numerous outside hobbies. Truly a fine fellow! Chemistry Club; German Club; Honor Society; Junior Usher. ISRAEL TABATSKY “Tabat,” a quiet and industrious worker in school! Don’t be fooled by his silent and business-like at¬ titude, for outside of school he always had time for his hobbies of stamp-collecting and writing for a neighborhood newspaper, and last, but surely not least, singing. GEORGE TAGER Energetic, good-natured, full of pep, vim, and the not-to-be-forgot- ten vigor, are but a few adjectives which can easily be tagged on George. Never seen without one or more companions, he was classed as quite an amiable chap. Listening to good music is his fa¬ vorite pastime. He has no definite plans for the future, but we’re sure any field will welcome a prospect with George’s characteristics. Basketball Squad. ELIZABETH TAPLEY Betty,” tall and dignified, has always been among the quieter and more reserved members of the class of ' 39. Her pet topic is ‘ dogs,’’ and you should hear her rave about her own. Future years will find ’’Betty” teaching the A, B, C’s to little tots, for she plans to be a kindergarten teacher. Chemistry Club; Girls ' League. MAUDE THOMPSON Penny’s shy friendliness and sympathy have won many friends for her. She went quietly about her schoolwork, putting most of her energy into sports such as baseball and track, and into read¬ ing and dancing. Her hope is to become a nurse at the Lincoln Hospital, a career for which she is well suited. Here’s a wish that she’ll be a lucky Penny” in her chosen field! RICHARD TOBER “Dickie” has a grin for every¬ one, a laudable characteristic in¬ deed. He has a marked interest in the theater and never misses a per¬ formance at Bushnell, and we ad¬ mire him for his cultured taste. “Dickie” displayed his literary ability in his work on The Look¬ out,” and we wish him luck in his career as a journalist. Dramatic Club, Vice-President and Treasurer; Inkspot; Lookout: Editorial Board, Assistant Editor; Portal Board; Quill and Scroll. LENA TOSCANO Efficiency and initiative have always been Lee’s” outstanding characteristics. No doubt that is the reason for her name appear¬ ing on the honor roll so many times. She always had time, how¬ ever, for many club activities. There will, no doubt, be room in the business world, into which she plans to step, for such as Lee.’ ' Your classmates wish you suc¬ cess! Girls ' Business Club, President; Girls’ League, Vice-President; Honor Society. THE COSTUME DESIGNER Among the graduates of Weaver many with creative ability will find a profitable and pleasant occupation by turning to clothes designing. The constantly changing fashions require good designers, of whom Weaver will surely supply its share. For a successful career, those who enter this field must have a working knowledge of styles, fabric, and color, so that milady can be outfitted in the height of fashion. The mood of the moment must be caught, new trends in styles predicted, and such well-done and distinctive work produced that the designer will be in constant demand. The future couturiers from Weaver will, undoubtedly, produce such commendable work that they will be kept busy deciding on the exact length of the skirts for the coming season, whether veils or feathers will predominate on hats, and whether her ladys hip would prefer to resemble a girl of the Gay Nineties or a demure Puritan maid. The ability of some Weaverites will lead them to designing clothes and millinery for wholesale manufacturers. Others will indulge a love of color and design by planning stage and screen costumes, and others yet will decide to establish shops of their own. In whatever manner they go about it, all of them must bring to the work new ideas and a vital energy, their contributions to the world of fashion. [ 102 ] ANNE TRESKE Presenting Rip Van Winkle ' s competitor, Anne Treske. Anne likes to sleep at home or in school, in fact anywhere the opportunity presents itself. She enjoys the study of tropical fish and finds great delight in both opera and symphony music. She hopes to en¬ ter New Britain Teachers College and become—yes, a teacher! C. H. L. S.; French Club; Girls ' League. VICTOR TUDAN Vic,” a likeable personality, is always striving to present the best in him, and he tries to work for the benefit of others. His outstand¬ ing achievements and loyalty as a scout have resulted in his being made an Eagle Scout, a most en¬ viable honor. We predict a bright future for this lad of high ambi¬ tions and determined effort. Choir; Boys’ Commercial Club, President; Glee Club; Portal Board. NORMAN TULIN Norm’s” quiet, unpretentious manner has held him a little aloof from all and, doubtless, his ability to attend strictly to business has helped him to be among the choice few who made up the honor roll. Although Norm” possessed a keen sense of humor, it was only shown to the select few with whom he associated. Chemistry Club; Latin Club. EDWARD TUOHY Ed” has almost as many nick¬ names as he has friends—and he has more nicknames than any¬ one else in the class of ’39. Exam¬ ples: Professor,” “The Haunt,” and so on. The carefree manner of this tall, straight-haired lad re¬ mains the envy of chronic wor¬ riers. Ed’s friendliness and wit made him a good fellow to have around. LYNETTE VANN Ginger’s” red hair blazed above the more mediocre heads in the halls. In spite of the usual characteristic of a redhead, Lynette ' s sweet disposition won her many friends. Ginger’s” ar¬ tistic inclinations lean to costume¬ designing. If she doesn ' t become a second Schiaperelli,, she’ll teach kindergarten. Art-Crafts Club; Choir; Girls’ League. CARMELO VASQUEZ Carm”—studious and happy! Three books or more” was his motto each night, and his marks proved that there was something in his idea. Carm” really enjoyed a good time but never took ad¬ vantage of a school day to enjoy it—the wise fellow. Some day he’ll run that corner drug store because he ' s studying pharmacy. Choir; French Club, Treasurer; Glee Club. HAROLD VEROFF Hal” has impressed some as the more serious type whose inter¬ ests are of a practical nature. However, Hal” is really a like¬ able chap who is an excellent wit. His plans for the future are sim¬ ply Big Business, and since pho¬ tography is his avocation we may see him as a future president of a large motion picture firm! Camera Club; Track Squad. ANNIE WALKER With her friendly and continual smile, Ann” always presents a picture of cheerfulness. Her voice, like her personality, is pleasant, and she takes music quite to heart. Ann’s gift for writing poetry may some day place her amongst the ranks of our fine poets. This young miss plans to enter Trade School for a special course. Choir; Girls’ League. LUCY WALKER Her crisp humor, her good sportsmanship, and her ability to take care of herself in any com¬ pany make up the charm of Lee’s” personality. Her ability to sing and play the piano has aided in making many affairs successful. Choir; Glee Club; Girls’ League. GERTRUDE WARD What would the class of ' 39 be without the inimitable Gert,” with her vivacious giggle and ef¬ fervescent spirit? This version of gaiety has spent much of her time for the good of the school. ‘ Gert’s” congenial and frank man¬ ner has gained many friends, all of whom extend their hopes for continued success in whatever she attempts. Girls’ Business Club; Girls’ League, Secretary; Junior Prom Committee. THOMAS WASSELL A quiet fellow who goes about successfully accomplishing the task of tending to his own affairs, Tommy ' ' makes a good friend for those who appreciate real sinceri¬ ty. There is no artificiality in his make-up. Somewhere in the world, Tommy should be able to use his talents to good advantage. WILLIAM WASSELL Bill” certainly caused many a feminine heart to flutter as he passed indifferently down the hall. His chief interest lay in sports, and he was a credit to Weaver on the athletic field during our track meets. His cheerful smile and gay ‘‘hello’’ gained many friends for him, especially among the fairer sex. Cross Country Team, Captain; Track Team. RUTH WATKINS Hustling about, busy with school activities or social func¬ tions, Ruthie” found herself in a muddle of obligations. Clever of mind and wit, she takes the posi¬ tion of the all-around Weaver girl. Her stunning appearance and vivacious spirit gained her many a friend among the opposite sex in school and out. Her many admira¬ ble traits can well account for her gaining universal approval. Chemistry Club; Girls ' League, Acting President; Junior Prom Committee; Lookout Business Board; Reception Committee. JEROME WAX Master Jerry,” our beloved track manager and a style-setter at Weaver! His jolly manner and his ability to dress well have earned him the reputation of be¬ ing one of Weaver’s popular stu¬ dents. Jerry,” always welcomed wherever he goes, has proved to be quite the life of the party” at all social functions. We ll miss you, “Jerry”! Junior Prom Committee; Track Team, Manager. FELIX WAXMAN Though conscientious and quite diligent, Fif (or John” as his closer companions called him) was an unfailing source of good wit. He often flavored the remarks of others with his humorous under¬ tone, and thus brightened many a dull period. Fif,” one of the best natured fellows in the class, was always ready to lend a hand to a friend in need. Chemistry Club; French Club. MILDRED WEBER To one portion of dark hair and dark eyes, add a bit of viva¬ ciousness and two of cuteness and petiteness. Mix well with nice clothes and many activities and your result will be “Millie.” Unde¬ cided as to her future plans, this charming lass leaves a lasting im¬ pression in the memory of her friends and the faculty. Girls’ League; Ingleside Club; Junior Prom Committee; Operetta. NATHAN WEINER MARY WEBSTER Babe, ' ' probably the most tra¬ veled of all the seniors, has been abroad twice. She has visited England, France, Holland, and Germany. Besides being an ex¬ cellent singer, Mary plays the mandolin. Rumor has it that she may become a dairymaid! If this is true, she will either have to overcome her fear of cows or else have a lusty farmer stand by to protect her! A Cappella Choir; Chemistry Club; Choir; Glee Club, President; Girls’ League. ROBERT WEIDIG “Bob” came to us from Bloom¬ field High last year, and as in other instances, many students didn ' t get to know him well. However, those of us who did get acquainted found him a likeable and dependable fellow. He quietly went his own way, completing work assigned to him in a man¬ ner looked for in good students. FRANCIS WEIGERT Francis came to us from St. Joseph’s, a very quiet and bash¬ ful boy. He has, however, in these few years, changed his at¬ titude and now is no more the shy lad of yore. He mixes very well with people, and is well liked by the friends he has made. He plans to enter a business col¬ lege after leaving Weaver. SHIRLEY WEINBAUM A speck of seriousness, a bit of laughter, and a lot of friendli¬ ness help make Shirley the swell person that she is. Carefree and nonchalant, she obtained much en¬ joyment from her indulgence in girls’ sports. Always a familiar personage on the volley court and softball field, she became an able athlete. Girls’ League; Girls’ Sports. What the well dressed man will wear, was typified by Nathan during his years at Weaver. Since he was immacu¬ lately dressed at all times, the fellows didn’t have to read Es¬ quire to get the latest styles in men’s clothing. And, whatever you were wearing, he could have got it wholesale! But that ' s what makes a good businessman, and allows us to prophesy that Nathan will someday own an exclusive Fifth Avenue clothes shop. LILLIAN WEINSTEIN Lil’s charming disposition and adorable dimples were a great aid in making her a well-liked person. She possessed a digni¬ fied manner, but could also easily joke and laugh. She could always be depended upon and was im¬ mensely proud of her record of no demerits and never tardy. Girls ' League; Ingleside Club; Lookout Business Board; Art- Crafts Club; Honor Society. SYLVIA WEISER Sylvia, a small bundle of cute¬ ness and dimples, has given us many a moment of keen joviality. She has a sociable nature, and her smiles are pleasant and frequent. As a rule, most of us never heard much from Sylvia, but when she came in contact with her own group, then the words flew. She has planned her career for secre¬ tarial work, and our best wishes go with her. DORIS WEISINGER An exotic brunette, an out¬ standing wit, and a scintillating personality •— that’s “Deena,” and what more could any one want? Her tall, well-groomed figure could well compete with that of a Vogue or Harpers’ model, and no doubt, her personality proves that she is tres extraordinaire.” French Club; Girls’ League; Honor Society; Junior Prom Com¬ mittee; Latin Club. RAYMOND WENICK A lad of medium build, Booby could usually be seen strutting around Weaver ' s corri¬ dors in a carefree manner sporting his League of Nations jacket. Had Ray about thirty more pounds of beef, he would have given our football backfield some keen competition, as he was an athlete of no mean repute. A ping-pong enthusiast, he’s heading for William and Mary College. Swimming Team. RUTH WERBA Picture a welcome smile, a pair of lively brown eyes, and a curly encased head, and there you have a picture of Ruth. She has a great interest in orchestras, es¬ pecially Tommy Dorseys, and her hobby of copying new songs, heard on the radio, has provided her with many pleasant moments. Ruth likes good times, and yet she has always been a high rank¬ ing student. Choir; Girls ' League; Glee Club; Honor Society; Lookout Business Board. RICHARD WERTHEIM Rit, the boy all the girls know! His charming personality has long been enjoyed by both students and teachers at Weaver. A sporty dresser, a possessor of a keen sense of humor, a flash with women, he has made himself well- known here at Weaver. Using keen foresight, “Rit plans to en¬ ter a most promising field, that of air-conditioning. Football Squad; Basketball Squad; Reception Committee. BETTY WHALEN Another artist! The class of 39 seems to have more than its share of talented people, and Betty went in for more than just art. She made attending school games and dances a hobby in itself, and became such a regular attender of these affairs that she would indeed be missed if ab¬ sent. Girls’ League. NORMA WHINNEM A jolly, good-natured disposi¬ tion is only one of Norm’s” win¬ ning qualities. Always smiling, never sad, she often cheered us up when we were experiencing a particularly troublesome case of blues. This knack of yours is really an invaluable asset, Norm, and will no doubt help you in your chosen career. Girls’ League. RUTH WILBRAHAM Studious? Some. Athlete? Rather. Frivolous? Of course! Good sport? One of the best! That is Ruth, our friend and fellow-con¬ spirator. You’ll know her when you meet her, the girl who is always surrounded by little children. You should find that pot of gold at the end of the rainbow, Ruth. Chemistry Club; Girls League; Junior Faculty Tea Committee. NORMA WILKINSON An athlete and a good sport if there ever was one, Norma main¬ tained a somewhat silent charac¬ ter in class, but her fair features quickly proved in the corridors that she was sociable. She has been an outstanding personality of our class and need never fear of not having enough friends. Keep going, Norma, and ever keep your friendly disposition. Girls’ League; Girls ' Sports. JAMES WILLIAMS Although James did not become a star on the track team, his ex¬ cellent and untiring work aided greatly in the fine track teams built here at Weaver. A very quiet boy who takes his time in whatever he does, a boy who dis¬ turbs no one, a boy whom all teachers liked because of his quietness, James really deserved, we believe, the title of a good pupil.” Track Squad. GLADYS WILSON “Actions speak louder than words, ' so they say and Al’s” good record gives evidence of the fact that she has been a fine student. Her sense of humor and pleasant disposition have render¬ ed her indispensable as a friend. Undecided as to her future, Al ' s congenial personality leaves no doubt in our minds as to her suc¬ cess in later years. Girls League. MARION WILSON Think of a very talkative, pleas¬ ant, and amiable person, and you have Marion. Among her most outstanding qualities can be num¬ bered a decided effort to be friendly and a definite desire to help others. After her graduation from Weaver, she intends to do office work or hair-dressing. Girls’ League; Ingleside Glub. MAX WISE Max must also be included in the list of shy and quiet boys at Weaver. However, let it not be said that he sat back and let other boys get ahead of him, because Max possessed great school spirit and the will to succeed. A very faithful boy was he, and many were the times he could be seen running in the park, so that he could better his and also the school ' s standing in track! Cross-Country Squad; Football Squad; Track Squad. ANGELA YACAVONE This Miss with the delightful and appropriate nickname of Angel concentrates all her efforts on her art work and costume designing. Angel’’ may attend an art school to further her talent, and her pleasant, sociable manner surely ought to help her to a successful career. Art-Crafts Club; Girls’ League; Honor Society. JAMES YACAVONE ’Yac’s’’ keen competitive spirit should be an example to all those who participate in sports. If there happens to be a better fighter than ' Yac roaming around, he hasn’t been seen at Weaver. A swell fellow with a fine personality, his absence will be noticed here — especially by the football team. Center on City Championship Football Team. JOSHUA YAFFO ‘Josh’’ emphatically declares that he is a sports fanatic; hence it wouldn ' t do to argue about ath¬ letics with this authority. This athlete hopes to attend college and perhaps study medicine. No doubt in a few years well be reading about the track records he has shattered and the great cures he has discovered and the many hearts this handsome youth has broken. Camera Club; Cross Country Team; Track Team. ANNE YARUM Anne, a very quiet and shy lass, needs some athletic event to arouse her; then watch her go. She enjoys certain kinds of activity, and does a nice piece of work when she has an opportunity to perform what she desires. Her quiet manner will never do her harm but will be an asset in achieving success in her nursing career. Girls’ League; Ingleside Club. DANIEL YELLEN Studious and quiet, Daniel represented the teachers’ delight. Quietly taking everything in, he was seldom caught unprepared. If it were not for his pet diver¬ sion, photography, which occu¬ pied a lot of his time, Daniel might have produced the scholas¬ tic grades of a genius. But, then again, we all can’t be Einsteins, or can we? Camera Club LEONARD YUSH Lenny, who could easily be called “tall, dark, and handsome, made his way through Weaver in an unobtrusive manner. Sports in¬ trigued him, and he participated quite readily in many of the ath¬ letic activities. His art work, too, marked him as outstanding. He draws deftly, and his future naturally lies in that direction. The Portal commends him for his splendid contributions. Choir; Swimming Squad; Track Squad; Inkspot; Color Commit¬ tee; Honor Society. ROBERT ZAIMAN Bob did good work as Weaver correspondent for The Hartford Courant. It is he whom we have to thank for see¬ ing our names and sometimes our profiles in print. Bob always insisted he had a scoop.” Could he help it if the editor didn’t be¬ lieve it? But, joking aside, we’re wishing him luck in a successful newspaper career, and well be looking for the name, R. Zaiman, at the top of many a feature article. A Cappella Choir; Choir; Glee Club; Cross-Country Squad; Track Squad. LOUIS ZEBEDEO Andre ' s most obvious talents are along musical lines. He can play a Hawaiian guitar as well as, if not better than, a native Hawaiian. Louis’ future vocation is unknown, but his pleasant dis¬ position and cheery smile will help him get to the top of the ladder of success. Inter-high Orchestra; Orches¬ tra. LEON ZIETZ Taking a prominent place among Weaver ' s athletic fans, Leon enthusiastically supports all sports, and had seen action both on the gridiron and the diamond. That broad cheerful grin and jolly straight-from-the-shoulder disposi¬ tion made him an agreeable com¬ panion both with fellows and gals . Chemistry Club: Football Squad; Baseball Team; Tie Committee, Chairman. HOWARD ZIFF Sailor, photographer, and schol¬ ar comprise Howie’s make-up. Add to this his love for science, and there’s bound to arise an en¬ gineer or scientist of no mean worth. Track aroused real enthus¬ iasm in Howard as did the Chemistry Club over which he dominated as President. He hopes to enter M. I. T., and no doubt next year will find him up in the state of Massachusetts. Chemistry Club, President; Cross-Country Team, Manager; German Club; Honor Society; Track Team; Nominating Com¬ mittee; Camera Club, Treasurer. HOWARD ZINKERMAN Zinkie — a happy-go-lucky chap who always has a rather bored expression on his face, takes life easy, and never allows him¬ self to be excited over anything. He remained an ardent supporter of the no - homework - after - school club until the last. Never¬ theless, he possessed a certain quality which won many friends for him during his stay here. SIDNEY GROSS Everyone knows Syd”—or at least you’ve heard him. Syd was that easy-strolling fellow who could usually be heard giving a mean interpretation of Bing Crosby’s crooning, or cracking one of last year’s best jokes. Carefree and friendly, he has made our school years happy ones witli his inimitable humor. Choir; Glee Club. MELVIN WERTHEIM After an absence of almost a year, Mel” r eturned to Weaver to graduate with the class of ’39. And lucky and happy we were to have him, for Melvin is a very popular lad, and a good fel¬ low. Intelligent and capable, he is a natural to hit his mark. Junior Prom Committee; Ma¬ tinee Dance Committee. GRADUATION PROGRAM BUSHNELL MEMORIAL June 27, 1939 ORDER OF THE EXERCISES INVOCATION ..... Reverend Ivan H. Benedict The Inter-High Orchestra SALUTATORY. Jeannette Hamelin Barton THE NUTMEG MYTH ..... Seymour Sharnik INDIANS OF CONNECTICUT . . Millicent Taylor Bolling ARCHITECTURE OF EARLY CONNECTICUT Martha Benedict The Inter-High Orchestra THE HARTFORD CONVENTION . . Paula Mignon Later HIGHLIGHTS OF CONNECTICUT HISTORY . William Slitt FLOOD CONTROL. Eleanor Minerva Glater VALEDICTORY. Mildred Larman The Inter-High Orchestra Alternate Speaker HORSE AND BUGGY DAYS IN CONNECTICUT Doris Weisinger Presentation of Diplomas by Mr. Saul Berman by the Board of Education Prize Awards The ushers are selected from the Junior Class on the basis of high standing in scholar¬ ship and conduct. [ 110 ] P PORTAL BOARD Seated — Left to Right — Glater, Lutwack, Solomon, Duncan, Harris, Horowitz, Giuffre, Fien, Norwitz. Standing — Factor, Kurland, Greenberg, Lund, Picaro, G. Cacase, I. Cacase, Mackin, Benedict, Larman, D. Katz, Tudan, Sarubbi, Perlstein. Back Row — Tober, Seltzer. HISTORY OF THE PORTAL Twenty-seven class books have rolled from the presses before ' The ’39 Portal ' made its appearance. The history of Weaver class books has been an interesting one. Time has seen each book bring in some new idea, some change, until it became a definite yearly feature. Thus arose such features as “Outstanding Personalities,’’ the “Ideal Girl ”, and numerous others. Where in 1924, the class book contained 55 pictures, this year’s contains almost 500. The title is indeed an appropriate one because of the subtle metaphor of graduation’s being a door’’ to bigger and perhaps better undertakings. The name “Portal ”, which originated with the yearbook produced in ’34 A, has been officially used as the name of all annuals since. Mr. Larrabee has been adviser since 1935 when he succeeded Mr. Bos- worth, while Mr. Cunningham has taken charge of the finances of the book since ' 33. Each year has seen the Portal grow larger and better. This year it has certainly become larger; has it become better? Alas, only time can answer that question. [ H2] PORTAL BOARD Editor-in-Chief Alfred Horowitz Associate Editors Martha Benedict Isabel Cacase Eleanor Glater Regina Greenberg Marion Johnson David Katz Mildred Larman Beth Lund Ethel Lutwack Loy Mackin Julian Perlstein Cara Picaro John Sarubbi Everett Seltzer Richard Tober Victor Tudan T ypists Jeannette Barton Gloria Cacase Sylvia Factor Millie Giuffre Faculty Adviser F. Eliot Larrabee BUSINESS BOARD Manager Warren Harris Assistants Jerome Fien Gertrude Kurland Sidney Norwitz Ruth Solomon Secretary Grace Duncan Faculty Adviser Robert P. Cunningham [ H3] Front Row — Left to Right — Bromberg, Malone, Goldenberg, Capt. Sidorik, Duffy, Michel- son, DiCorcia, Yacavone. Second Row — Mr. Burke, Hogan, Maloney, Hurley, Metzner, O’Connor, Mr. Gipson. Back Row — Coach Stone, Phenix, Elrick, Johnson. FOOTBALL When, on a freezing Thanksgiving morning, Weaver’s big green team crushed its arch-rival, Hartford High, and became the proud possessor of the city championship, the curtain fell on one of the best seasons a Weaver eleven ever experienced. That long awaited victory was not all! The entire gruelling season was played without a single defeat or tie to mar the records — the first such achievement in the history of the school! For individual performances, for teamwork, and for spirit, the boys were often favorably compared to the “immortal” team of 31, which likewise beat H. P. H. S.. Boasting an extra heavy line and a speedy backfield, Weaver encountered stiff opposition in its six-game schedule and yet amassed 100 points to the combined opponents ’33. Playing their last season for Coach Stone and graduating with the class of 39 were Captain “Auky” Sidorik, “Phil Goldenberg, “Phil” DiCorcia, “Dubby Bromberg, “Red Duffy, Seymour Michelson, “Yac” Yacavone, and “Tommy” Metzner. Co-Captains-elect Hogan and Maloney, “Bud O ' Connor, Fred Malone, and “Doc Hurley will return next year. “Auky” Sidorik and “Phil” Goldenberg were honored with positions on the official all-state team. [ 114 ] A resume of the 38 season is as follows: The first scheduled game, with West Hartford, was made impossible by the September hurricane. WEAVER 13 WEST HAVEN 6 In the initial tilt, Weaver’s highly-touted pigskinners hammered out a 13-6 victory over the down-state team. The heavy forward line was really the deciding factor. After a scoreless first quarter, Duffy reached “pay-dirt ”, and Goldenberg rushed over the extra point. “Phil” also garnered six points in the final frame. A speedy aerial attack gave West Haven its only score. WEAVER COMING THROUGH THE LINE! WEAVER 7 CHAPMAN TECH 0 Although generally outplayed, Weaver took this one by a narrow margin. Big “Doc” Hurley, after both teams had played three quarters of scoreless ball, intercepted a lateral pass to save the day. “Doc” scampered over forty- five yards, scoring with but four minutes remaining for play! [ H5] ACTION IN THE H.P.H.S. GAME WEAVER 33 NEW HAVEN COMMERCIAL 7 Weaver’s big green team continued in its winning form and went on a scoring spree to defeat the Commercial team from New Haven by the lop-sided score of 33-7. Again the heavy line was the important factor. However an intercepted pass for a touchdown by “Phil” Goldenberg and generally good work by Maloney gave the home team its big margin. WEAVER 13 WILBY 7 Wilby, previously also undefeated, almost proved the snag in Weaver’s winning streak. However, when the dust had cleared, the scoreboard read 13-7 in Weaver’s favor. ‘‘Matt’’ Hogan started off in the customary manner, scoring six points, Phil Goldenberg converting. A pass attack by Wilby, with McGrath and Fahy spearing the drive, resulted in a touchdown for the Water- bury boys, tying it up at seven-all. “Dubby” Bromberg recovered a fumble in the last quarter for the winning margin. [ H6] WEAVER 13 BULKELEY 7 Undefeated and raring-to-go, Weaver’s team took a thriller from the fighting South-enders. After ‘Auky” Sidorik had blocked a Bulkeley kick, “Phil” Goldenberg crashed over on three plays and fumbled the ball in the end zone, only to have it recovered by the speedy “Bill Maloney. Inter¬ cepting a pass on his own “25”, Goldenberg, with the aid of Sidorik and Bromberg, dashed 75 yards for a touchdown, and put the game on ice. A desperate aerial attack by Cavanaugh, Parone, and Guy netted Bulkeley its only score. WEAVER 21 HARTFORD 6 Untied and undefeated, Weaver climaxed its football season with a conclusive victory over its famed rival, Hartford High. The fi rst Green score was the result of a Goldenberg-Hurley pass, “Doc” dragging two H. P. H. S. men over the line. Striking again quickly, “Red” Duffy intercepted a pass, and “Phil” Goldenberg, slightly hindered by a few Hartford men, took the ball over on the next few plays. Duffy s conversion made it M-0. “Speed king McKone whizzed around Weaver’s end for the Blue’s lone tally. Bromberg, however, blocked their attempted kick. A final touchdown by Goldenberg and an extra-point by O’Connor brought the score of that cold morning ' s game to 21-6. For the second time in 15 years Weaver’s football team and fans ate their turkeys with much relish (no pun). An undefeated season and a city championship! HARTFORD’S McKONE “ON THE WAY”! Front Row — Left to Right — Joel, Wise, Bing, Mr. Burke. Back Row — Coach Gipson, Wassell, Banowich, Kehoe, Ziff, Azarian. CROSS-COUNTRY The Cross-Country team under the capable direction of Coach Gipson “went to town in a big way this season, producing four victories against one lone defeat in five dual meets. The two high spots of the season were the Conn. State meet and the State Meet at Wesleyan, in which Weaver finished fourth and second respectively. “Indian’’ Joel and “Bill’ Wassell were awarded medals for their out¬ standing work in the former and Captain Wassell again was honored by win¬ ning a medal in the latter. Lettermen for this highly successful season were Captain Wassell, Joel, Kehoe, Bing, Banowich, Wise, and Manager Ziff. SUMMARY Oct. 6 Weaver 33 H.P.H.S. 22 Oct. 18 Weaver 24 Manchester 31 Oct. 27 Weaver 17 New Britian 38 Nov. 3 Weaver 24 Middletown 31 Nov. 10 Weaver 21 Bristol 34 Oct. 15 Storrs Conn. State Meet (95) fourth place Nov. 19 State Meet Wesleyan (77) second place Note: Low score is winner in dual meets [ H8] Seated — left to right — Sheketoff, Brown, Cartin, Winick, Grody. Standing — I. Goldenberg, P. Goldenberg, Coach Gipson, Lifset, Gladstein, Azarian. SWIMMING Though Weaver ' s young swimming team did not have what one could call a successful season, it did have a team that Weaver could be proud of -the boys displayed perseverance, courage, and undaunted spirit through¬ out the season. Indeed, lettermen Philip Goldenberg, Marvin Grody, Irwin Goldenberg, Morton Gladstein, and manager Arthur Lifset are de¬ serving of high commendation for their valiant efforts. Weaver—17 Weaver—18 Weaver—26 Weaver—22 Weaver—26 Summary Manchester—49 Hartford Seconds—51 Hartford Seconds—42 Meriden—44 Bristol—40 [ H9] Seated — Left to Right — DeLucco, Islieb, Giuca, W. Sidorik, Slitt, Greenbaum, Smith. Standing — Mr. Burke, Coach Stone, Dubretsky, Johnson, Hurley, Register, Maloney, Griffen. BASKETBALL City championships were plentiful this year in the field of sports and basketball was no exception. With a large group of veterans held over from last year’s good team as a nucleus for the present one, Coach Stone assembled a squad of players which lived up to all the fine predictions given to it by city writers and officials. In a hard fought city series, Weaver emerged the victor, and in so doing, completed a season which bettered all those of the past. Thirteen games were won, and only four were lost. No school de¬ feated our team more than once, with the exception of a fine Bristol team. This double defeat was avenged, however, when Weaver eliminated Bristol in the State Tournament. In this year’s tournament, Weaver reached the climax of the season. With the boys playing at their best, the Green pro¬ gressed all the way to the semi-finals before the team was finally set back. This is indeed an honor to our school and to the team, for no Hartford school has ever before reached the semi-finals in the state tournament. To the fol¬ lowing lettermen who were directly responsible for the success of the great season and to Coach Stone who instilled the so necessary confidence and talent into the boys, we offer congratulations. Certainly our graduation year is one which will always be remembered in the annals of Weaver sports. Lettermen: A. Sidorik, W. Sidorik, Slitt, Smith, Greenbaum. Register, Guica, Islieb, Johnson, Hurley, Maloney, De Lucco. [ 120 ] SUMMARY Weaver 51 Hartford Trade 24 Weaver 51 Alumni 50 Weaver 41 East Hartford 27 Weaver 27 Chapman Tech 15 Weaver 37 New Britain 36 Weaver 32 Bulkeley 33 Weaver 32 Bristol 43 Weaver 35 Hartford 33 Weaver 38 New London Bulkeley 33 Weaver 37 West Hartford 29 Weaver 36 New Britian 40 Weaver 41 Hartford 39 Weaver 31 Bulkeley 29 Weaver 42 Hartford Trade 32 Weaver 37 East Hartford 23 Weaver 51 West Hartford 28 Weaver 28 Bristol 36 Weaver 647 Opponents 550 STATE TOURNAMENT Weaver 47 Commercial 22 Weaver 34 Bristol 33 Weaver 27 Bridgeport Central 47 Total — 108 Total — 102 SPRING SPORTS As this book goes to press during the third week of May, we hope for many more victories before the curtain is dropped on another season of Weaver athletics. [ 121 ] From the top, left to right, reading down: The basketball team looking pretty. Mikell “goes over the top.” Goldenberg about to boot one. Kellin cheers as Wise is sighted. Get set! Go! A home run! Need we name this one? TRACK The Weaver track team, with capable Captain “Phil” Goldenberg perform¬ ing brilliantly, opened its season very successfully. At the time of the Portal’s going to press, two dual meets have been played, and Weaver has triumphed in both, one a victory over Hartford. Goldenberg has added to the laurels of Weaver by setting a new State record in the discuss throw. Able assistance is being rendered by “Doc” Hurley, Robert Phenix, George Register, Ed¬ ward Kehoe, and Paul Daviduke. THE SCHEDULE April 27 — Weaver 53% vs. H. P. H. S. 45% May 9 — Weaver 62 vs. Bristol 33 May 16 — Manchester 64 Weaver 39% Hall 26% May 22 — Weaver 58% vs. East Hartford 45% May 27 — Yale Interscholastic Meet May 30 — Greater Hartford Meet June 2 — Alumni Day June 9 — Weaver vs. New Britain {C 3JC TENNIS With four veterans, Bromberg, Seltzer, Eddy, and Peiss returning, a fine start has been made to what looks to be an undefeated season. With the State Championship, which was so narrowly missed in 38, their ultimate goal, Windsor, Kingswood, Norwich Free Academy, Bristol, Saint Thomas, and West Hartford have already fallen victim to the rampaging racqueteers. A fine second team also claims shutout victories over the Hartford Art School and Rockville. Weaver 5 vs. Weaver 5 vs. Weaver 6 vs. Weaver 6 vs. Weaver 3 vs. Weaver 7 vs. Weaver 6 vs. Weaver 4 vs. Weaver 7 vs. Weaver vs. Weaver vs. Weaver vs. Weaver vs. Weaver vs. Weaver vs. Weaver vs. Windsor 2 Kingswood 4 Norwich Free Academy 1 ‘Hartford Art School 0 Bristol 2 Saint Thomas 0 ‘Rockville 0 West Hartford 1 Bulkeley 0 N ew Britian Loomis Institute Windam Morse Business College West Hartford Bulkeley H. P. H. S. ( ) Played by Second Team. [ 123 J BASEBALL Although five lettermen, Greenbaum, Islieb, DeLucco, Slitt, and Smith, re¬ turned from the ' 38 campaign, a new, untried pitching staff and the ominous shadow of fate have contributed to make for a not-too-auspicious beginning of the schedule. Dropping games to West Hartford and Bristol by a lone run, and losing in high-scoring contests to East Hartford and Bulkeley, the Stone- men played several games before tasting victory. But with a scrappy squad and many encounters still to be played, we look for a successful record to be established before the curtain falls on the ’39 baseball season. Weaver 6 vs. West Hartford 7 Weaver 5 vs. Bristol 6 Weaver 7 vs. East Hartford 10 Weaver 4 vs. Bulkeley 15 Weaver 5 vs. Saint Thomas 3 Weaver 14 vs. East Hartford 6 Weaver 4 vs. New Britain 0 Weaver vs. Bulkeley Weaver vs. H. P. H. S. Weaver vs. Saint Thomas Weaver vs. Hartford Trade Weaver vs. Bristol Weaver vs. H. P. H. S. GOLF Though the Weaver Golf team has met with little success at the time we go to press, it is hoped that the results of the remaining matches may tell a dif¬ ferent story as the team gains much needed experience. Robert Griffen, Thomas Farr, William Kenny, Leonard Riccio, and William Clemans make up the team. THE SCHEDULE April 27 Weaver 0 Terryville 18 away May 8 Weaver 2J Bristol 15J 2 away May 9 Weaver 1 Newington 17 here May 11 Weaver 2J Terryville 1 3 x 2 here May 18 Weaver Newington away May 23 Weaver Bristol here May 25 Weaver Manchester here May 29 W eaver Bulkeley away May 31 Weaver H.P.H.S. here June 3 Weaver West Hartford away June 5 Weaver Bulkeley here June 8 Weaver H.P.H.S. here f 124 ] GIRLS ' SPORTS BASKETBALL The 1938-1939 basketball season turned out to b e very successful, as the large number of participants clearly showed. Owing to the especially large number of third class candidates, two sophomores teams were organized, the Greens and the Whites. The Leaders basketball committee, which consisted of Elaine Mascolo, Dorothy Robinson and Mary Greenwood, assumed complete management of this sport. Twenty-eight girls earned small basketball letters by being present for at least half of the games. The members of the winning class team, the seniors, were awarded numerals. The varsity squad, composed of the most outstanding player in each position, received “W’s.” NUMERALS 1939 W’s Mary Bergstrom Elaine Mascolo Dorothy Robinson Mary Greenwood Mary Bragg Marion Livingston Eileen Melley Dorothy Mayfield Arline Seymour forwards Dorothy Robinson Elaine Mascolo Sylvia Greenbaum guards Anne Deleckta Marion Livingston Arline Seymour SOFT-BALL This spring the soccer-field was alive with excitement every Monday and Friday afternoon, when the interclass soft-ball teams trotted out to do or die in the upholding of their honor. As a reward, small letter “B’s” were awarded to those who had earned them, “W’s” were presented to the Varsity, chosen by Miss Wakefield, and numerals were given to each member of the winning class team. [ 125 ] A GIRLS’ GYM CLASS PING PONG Perhaps the most popular scene of action among the girls this past year was the new Ping Pong table, purchased by the Girls’ Leaders Corps. A very interesting and exciting tournament was organized by Miss Wakefield, with the able assistance of Loretta Ferrigno. Enthusiastic participants, num¬ bering fifty-six, remained interested throughout the tournament, even after they had been beaten and thus dropped from the list. The excellent playing of Muriel McCaulliffe and Bernice Gershman, brought them to the final match, which was played in the gym on April 27. Several spectators wit¬ nessed this clash between two skilled players, the results of which found Miss Gershman as Weaver’s first Ping Pong champ. TRACK The yearly track meet, sponsored by the Leaders’ Corps, never fails to interest a large number of girls. With the exception of such manly feats as pole-vaulting, shot-putting, and javelin throwing, the events are similar to those which take place in regular boys’ meets. [ 126 ] CLUBS ART-CRAFTS CLUB Faculty Adviser — Mr. French The Art-Crafts Club was formed for the study of art and the furthering of interest in artistic works. It has a limited member¬ ship of forty who have submitted favorable work in this field. President .... Anne Ragonf.se Vice-President . . Herbert Stoltz Secretary . . . Dorothy French CAROLINE HEWINS LITERARY SOCIETY Faculty Adviser — Miss Bean The purpose of the C. FI. L. S. is to study various types of the best literature. President . Betty Rome Vice-President and Treasurer Estelle Graff Secretary .... Dorothy Lopez Secretary . James Siegel Treasurer .... Leo Kleinman STUDENTS IN THE LIBRARY BOYS ' COMMERCIAL CLUB Faculty Adviser — Mr. Waring The purpose of the Boys’ Commercial Club is to stimulate interest in business. Dur¬ ing each semester the boys make several interesting trips. Boys who take any com¬ mercial subject are eligible for membership. September to Feb. 1938-39 President .... Victor Tudan Vice-President .... Joseph Fox Secretary . . . Preston Goslee Treasurer .... James Siegel Feb. to June 1939 President . Joseph Fox Vice-President . . . Bernard Blum CAMERA CLUB Faculty Adviser — Mr. French The purpose of the Camera Club is to encourage all interested in photography. The members of the Camera Club take pictures of various activities in school such as the Junior Prom, Junior-Faculty Tea, and Dra¬ matic Club performances. Sept, to Feb. 1938-39 President .... Herbert Spencer Treasurer .... Harold Grant Secretary .... Gordon Pearl Feb. to June 1939 President . . . Neuman Franklin Treasurer .... Howard Ziff Secretary .... Fred Cleaves [ 127 ] CLUBS CHEMISTRY CLUB Faculty Adviser — Mr. Parks The Chemistry Club gives members an opportunity to study the chemistry of every day life. This is done by lecturers, movies, and excursions to various points of in¬ terest. President . Jerome Fien Vice-President . . . Kevin Kenny Secretary . Jacob Bass Treasurer . . . Sidney Norvvitz DRAMATIC CLUB Faculty Adviser — Mr. Crowell The Dramatic Club gives members an opportunity to study the drama and the art of acting through the reading and acting of plays President . . . Harvey Dubinsky Vice-President and Treasurer Richard Tober Secretary . . . Ethel Lutwack A SENIOR TYPING CLASS CONCILIUM ROMANUM Faculty Adviser — Miss Conklin The aims of the Concilium Romanum is to promote a more thorough knowledge of Roman life, language, and customs among the Latin students in the school and to give them a better understanding of the practi¬ cal and cultural value of Latin. Consul Senatorius . Robert Krechevsky Consul Equester . Everette Seltzer Quaestores .Majorie Keller Dorothy Lopez Censor .... Eleanore Malone [ 128 ] FRENCH CLUB Faculty Advisor — Miss Phillips The aim of the French Club is to estab¬ lish a greater interest in France and the French language among the students of French. President .Jerome Fien Vice-President . . . Irma Malley Secretary .... Ethel Freeman Treasurer .... Kevin Kenny CLUBS GIRLS’ BUSINESS CLUB Faculty Adviser — Miss Gilman All girls taking the commercial course are eligible to join the Girls ' Business Club. Its aim is to stimulate interest in business and to promote a school spirit among the pupils in school. Sept tQ Feb j 938-39 President Vice-President . Secretary Feb. to June President .... Vice-President Secretary .... Lena Toscano Ruth Hagarty Gertrude Ward 1939 Millie Giuffre Roslyn Mandell Barbara Smith GIRLS’ LEADERS’ CORPS Faculty Advisor — MlSS WAKEFIELD The Girls Leaders’ Corps was organized for the purpose of giving those girls especi¬ ally interested in physical education a chance to do more advanced work in that field. The girls represent the athletic leaders in the school and form basketball, baseball, and volleyball teams. President . Elaine Mascolo Vice-President . . Dorothy Robinson Secretary . . . . Jeannette Barton GIRLS ' LEAGUE Faculty Advisers Miss Hood, Miss Mansfield, Miss Hartin, Executive Board President .... Pearl Needles First Vice-President . . Lena Toscano GIRLS’ LEADERS’ CORPS Front Row — Left to Right — Carbonneau, Mascolo, Melley, Case, Robinson, Bergstrom, Kimenker, Greenbaum, Davidson, Kay, Delaney, Darling, Cicone, Kerchis, Starr, H. Calusine, Barton, Lewis. Back Row — Worrell, Seymour, Snigg, S. Calusine, Miss Wakefield, E. Katz, Delekta, Mackin, Livingston. [ 129 ] CLUBS THE GLEE CLUBS The Glee Clubs offer an opportunity for students to sing with a group under con¬ structive supervision. The boys and girls have separate clubs. BOYS ' GLEE CLUB President . . . Joseph Lombardo Vice-President . . Harold Goldfarb Secretary and Treasurer . Malcomb Getz Librarian . . . Jerome Goldberg GIRLS ' GLEE CLUB President . Mary Elizabeth Webster Vice-President . . MlLLICENT BOLLING Secretary and Treasurer . Lucy Walker Librarian . Jane Dwin THE LOOKOUT Faculty Advisers Miss O’Hara, Mr. Stanley The Lookout,’ the official weekly of Weaver High School, was established for the purpose of disseminating the news and promoting the ideals of the school. It aims to carry on the spirit of goodwill and co¬ operation between students and faculty. Editorial Board Editor-in-chief . Millicent Bolling Business Manager . . Patsy S. Russo HONOR SOCIETY Faculty Advisers Mr. Burke, Mr. Stanley The society aims to promote scholarship, service, and character. Members are select¬ ed by a committee of the faculty from the Junior and Senior classes. President .... William Slitt Vice-President . . Joseph Lombardo Secretary .... Jeannette Barton INGLESIDE CLUB Faculty Adviser — Miss Clough All girls interested in the domestic arts and social service work may join the Ingleside Club. Their program consists of roller skating and bowling parties. The members also visit companies such as Fro- joy and G. Fox. President .... Eileen Melley Treasurer .... Grace Duncan Secretary . . . .Elaine Clark [ 130 ] Front Row — Left to Right — Starr, Darling, Mackin, Ferrigno. Second Row — Mascolo, Cicone, Delekta, Protasewich. CHEERLEADERS In former years, Weaver’s cheerleaders were a meager group of enthu¬ siastic, school-spirited boys whose only uniform was made up of a green sweater and a pair of sometimes white pants. In the 1938-39 season, how¬ ever, cheerleading came into its own. With the triumphant beginning of the football season, school sentiment showed favor toward improved organized cheering with girls predominating as cheerleaders. On October 31, Miss Wakefield and Mr. Gipson issued a call for girl candidates for cheerleaders. The response was overwhelming! One hun- dred-and-one female aspirants came forth. The candidates were coached by Sidney Norwitz and Jacob Galinsky, leaders for the year past. After a week’s try-out, the group pictured above was named to lead Weaver rooters. These fair damsels, making a pretty picture clad in their green culottes, zipper jackets, green capes with berets to match, green socks, and white shoes, gave their first public demonstration at the rousing assembly at which Principal Frank H. Burke announced the possibility of a no-homework week¬ end. This spirited group then proceeded to represent Weaver in the remaining football games and later at the basketball affairs, “Syd even participating at the state tournament. It was generally conceded, and in fact printed in a local school newspaper, that Weaver had the best cheering section in the district. The lusty cheers that have come from the stands would seem to indi¬ cate and assure Weaver of continued dominance in this important phase of school life. The Portal suggest a rousing three cheers for this worthy and valiant group! [ 131 ] THE BAND Weaver has for many years had a band, sometimes a good one and sometimes just a band. This last season, however, the band became one of the most popular as well as one of the best that this school has had in many a year. Through the initiative of William Dubey and Robert Crovitz, the band was reorganized. The group secured the likable Mr. Bronstein as its ad¬ viser. Each of the members proudly wore large green-and-white letters on his sweater, and the organization rapidly became a popular one. A foot¬ ball or basketball game ceased to be “a game ' ' unless the band was there. As school-spirit increased during the various athletic seasons, the band in¬ creased its enrollment, adding even a drum major to its ranks, and also its number of selections. The school song, however, still remained the most popular. In addition to its musical talent, the band showed traits which may at times be even more important, namely, loyalty and perseverance. This courageous bunch of fellows, undaunted by the prospects of no means of transportation, twice participated in the state basketball tournament at New Haven! For these loyal sons of Weaver who are deserving of all the praise that can be heaped upon them, the Portal wishes continued success in future years. Leader ........ William Dubey Bandmaster ....... . Robert Crovitz Faculty Adviser ...... Mr. Samuel Bronstein [ 02 ] Why Weaver needs a reserved section! MISS INGLE’S ART CLASS A VOTE OF THANKS Perhaps never in the history of the Weaver High School has the senior class book been enriched by such excellent art work as has the PORTAL of 1939. A quick glance at the cover design, the title page, and all of the other contributions will be conclusive testimony to this statement. A sincere vote of thanks is due the Art Department by the entire student body, and the PORTAL humbly extends its gratefulness through the medium of this page. Especially do we commend fine work done by Leonard Yush and Dorothy French. That done by David Alperin, Eleanor Beckanstin, Anna De Flice, Wilburt Grella, Dorothy Leaf, Grace Montstream, Paul Mikell, Jeanette Porter, Theodore Shafer, Anne Ragonese, Ann Shurberg, Gordon Sousa, Herbert Stoltz, William Wassell, Betty Whalen, Richard Wertheim, Doris Stewart, Selma Herman, Loretta Ferrigno, Edwina Bird, and Angela Yacavone is also deserving of the highest praise. Of course no display of appreciation is complete without thanking those who so competently guided these capable students. Without your inspira¬ tional aid. Miss Helen Haselton and Miss Ingle, such excellence in art would, no doubt, have been impossible. Again this year, photography, especially candid photography, is playing an important role in adding amusement and interest to the ’39 PORTAL. A vote of thanks is due those boys who have contributed the splendid “candid shots which are in abundance throughout the book. We therefore extend our gratitude to Herbert Spencer, in particular, and also to Frederick Cleaves, Neuman Franklin, and Leonard Preblod. All of the senior pictures in the album section are by Loring Studio. Loring also took most of the faculty pictures and many of the school groups. [ 134 ] • FEflTU ES THE IDEAL GIRL OF 1939 She should have: Beatrice Goldman ' s Hair Betty Rome’s Eyes Jeannette Barton’s Eyelashes Isabel Cacase’s Nose Rolande Carbonneau’s Mouth Millicent Bolling ' s Teeth Regina Greenberg’s Dimples Geraldine Child ' s Chin Ruth Watkin ' s Figure Yetta Maron’s Dancing Ability Dorothy Robinson ' s Athletic Ability Lena Toscano ' s Poise Ruth Werba’s Voice Doris Weisinger’s Clothes Dorothy French’s Artistic Ability Eleanor Glater ' s Vocabulary Millie Giuffre’s Enthusiasm Beth Lund ' s Sincerity Ethel Lutwack’s Wit Ruth Judson’s Conscientiousness Eileen Melley’s Congenialty Pearl Needles’s Loyalty Anne Walker ' s Good Nature Gertrude Ward’s Personality Mildred Larman’s Business Ability [ 136 ] THE IDEAL BOY OF 1939 He should have: Joseph Duffy’s Hair Robert Soderberg’s Complexion Benjamin Fornonzini ' s Eyes John McGrath’s Nose Joseph Gagliardi ' s Mouth John Ambruso’s Teeth Francis Bowers’ Dimples James Butler’s Chin Harvey Dubinsky’s Physique Oliver Mather’s Dancing Ability Julian Perlstein’s Poise Joseph Lombardo ' s Voice Warren Herrington ' s Clothes Jerome Fien’s Tact Leonard Yush’s Artistic Ability Patsy Russo’s Enthusiasm Lawrance Cohen’s Vocabulary Myron Kellin ' s Wit William Slitt’s Conscientiousness Warren Harris’s Congeniality Alfred Horowitz ' s Loyalty Alex Sidorik ' s Athletic Ability David Bromberg ' s Good Nature Philip DiCorcia ' s Personality Irving Pinsky’s Business Ability [ 137 ] From the top, left to right, reading down: Art” Roberts give ' em the ole eye. Bodgie” evidently is bored! Janet, deep in study. Ye Nominating Committee squints at the camera (Note the Rosen smile!). Something must be interesting, eh? Late again! Is that a black eye, Stoltz? The Camera Club has its picture taken. School’s out! HITTING OUR HIGH SCHOOL HIGHSPOTS 19 3 6 January 27 —Well, we ' re here — all 254 of us — got lost three times today. January 31 — Oh d and ah ' d at presentation of Shakespeare’s JULIUS CAESAR and MACBETH. February 14 — Initiated into the folds of Weaver today at Get-Acquaint¬ ed Party. February 27 — Lack of lunchroom stools blamed on us poor Sophs — Where’s the justice? February 28 — Julius K. Schnapp only Soph to make Honor Roll! Good for him! March 19-25 — No lights and NO HOMEWORK as Hartford is in¬ undated by waters of flood! April 2 — Harold Lavovitch the first Sophomore to make Scoop! — He still thinks that Einstein is one glass of beer. Well, isn’t it? We were Sophs once! I 139] May 14 — Flash! News Item!! — “Education is a great thing, but after four years of high school, he still reads the funnies first.’’ May 18 — Goodwill program given in double assembly by Girls’ League. May 20 — Many Sophomores participate in their first Choir concert. June 2 — Weaver defeats Bulkeley to capture City Championship in baseball! — with five wins and one defeat. June 19 — Goodbye books! School’s out! September 9 — Our other half, the June graduates, joined us this morn¬ ing as we reluctantly left pleasant days behind and took up our books again. September 10 — Miss Kathleen Harrison, exchange teacher from London, takes place of Miss Hood in English Department. October 9 — Von Hindenburg tours over school during welcome fire drill. Oct. 19 20 — Weaver holds presidential ballot with Roosevelt winning by a large majority. October 21 — They’re trying to put a little school spirit into us poor Sophs by teaching us the school song. November 7 — Weaver battled with Bulkeley to scoreless tie in fottball. November 13 — Sophs take male and female leads in operetta LELA- WALA. Are we proud! November 26 — Yelled ourselves blue in the face — but all in vain — as Weaver loses heartbreaker to H. P. H. S. 7 — 0. November 28 — Miss Forbes speaks on pros and cons of cheap maga¬ zines at National Convention of English teachers. December 12 -— Sat and viewed our first Dramatic Club presentation as thespians present THE TORCH-BEARERS. 19 3 7 January and February — A lull jn the affairs of men! (that’s us — we re upper sophs!!!!) March 5 — Weaver Dramatic Club breaks lull and presents GAMMER GURTON’S NEEDLE. March 19 — Wide variety of activities presented at Sports’ Nite program. April 16 — “Come and trip it as you go, On the light fantastic toe.” Weaver’s first Junior Prom unanimously declared success! [ HO] April 24 — Dramatic Club again takes the limelight in presentation of three one-act plays. May 12 — Tuberculin test given to Weaver students. May 18 and May 20 — Weaver music organizations, Glee Clubs and Choir give May concerts. June 1 — Snappy, sizzling, sparkling, stimulating swing music makes first appearance. June 7 — Track team gains city championship in triangular track meet. June 25 — A t last ! ! — our big day ! ! we are JUNIORS ! ! September 8 — Oh dear! — back in the harness again. October 1 — Shakespeare’s JULIUS CAESAR and HAMLET come to Weaver — Weaver students comprise mob scene — but no pay!! October 10 — Eleven of us are accepted into the Dramatic Club! To be or not — blah! October 20 — Robert Frost encourages publishing of literary magazine at evening lecture in Weaver. October 22 — At last our intelligence is recognized — 28 from our ranks accepted into the Honor Society. November 11 — Beat Bulkeley in football 13 — 0!! Gee, how many victories does that make now? Seven? Hartford High, here we come! November 25 — It’s all over now and we lost (darn it) 18 — 0. No thanks to Fair-Catch Carpino. December 3 — Dr. Corradino discusses effects of alcohol on system at A asembly. December 10 — Harvey Dubinsky, one of us, takes male lead in Drama¬ tic Club’s presentation of MY SON. 19 3 8 January 27 — Danced to our heart’s content and our feet’s discomfort at Lookout Sport Dance. Februray 6 — Faculty and entire student body mourn the death of Mr. Willard C. Sisson, of the science department in Weaver. February 15 — Weaver gets “decked out’’ in new spring finery by receiv¬ ing a much needed coat of paint. March 8 — Went “hayseed for an evening at the Girls League Barn Dance. [ HI ] March 17 — “Phil DiCorcia and Pearl Needles are heads of our Junior Prom. March 25 — Weaver ' s new literary quarterly, The Ink-Spot makes first appearance and is well received. March 31 — Irving Philips chosen Lookout Business Manager. April 7 — Junior-Faculty tea given in rose garden setting — didn’t go because-who likes tea anyhow? — Sissy stuff!! April 7 — Lookout starts this new-fangled idea of “streamlining’’ head¬ lines. April 9 — Great day!!! Juniors star in Dramatic Club production of eerie mystery thriller the BLACK FLAMINGO. May 2 — Weaver students prominent in State Latin contest — capture first prize in two divisions. Seymour Sharnik gets one for us. May 9 — Red Letter Day for Weaver! Baseball team defeats Bristol, tennis team victorious over Windsor, track team downs Bristol, and golf team triumphs over Southington. May 12 — Millicent Bolling and “Al“ Horowitz win first places in state Quill and Scroll Awards. May 20 — Weaver intellectuals don formal attire for OUR ultra exclusive Junior Prom. June 7 — Miss Horton resigns from Bookroom position after fifteen years service. June 8 — Weaver “racquet ’ — eers complete brilliant tennis season and track men also close a successful season. June 24 — We re free! — and also we re Seniors!! Me for Keney Park, [ H2] Who said you could eat in the lunchroom? KENNY WHINEM! Wow! MELO-drama in 5 MACKS Characters: The Hero: A FIEN, WISE, handsome woman-KELLER. The Heroine: Even WEISER, and an ElS-ful. The Villain: A STERN. un-STAPLES bad man. Place: Any BERG—ROME, LUND-on even WILSON, (Conn.) Time: The CLARK is striking eight. MACK I Hero: (A sound SLEEPER awakes just as the GOLDEN sun is ROSEN over the GREENWOOD. Puts on his BROWN KROUGH cap, yawns.) Me thinks a little LATER, I will YUSH over to the NEWHOUSE of my sweetie. I SHAW do hope she’ll go VANN I ask her to accompany me to the Fair. I’ll make her say yes though it’ll be as difficult as finding a NEEDLES in a HAYES-tack. (He hums “Down by the Old MILLS MONSTEAM”) Gee — those BEERS last night-five STEIN-sful -—- Don t feel ZIFF I can WARD HOFF this headache (He takes a Bromo-SELTZER) Now I feel FIEN. ( He hops to his horse and CANTAR-s along over ROOT and REED where the flowers and LEAF-s are all a GOLDENBLOOME. As he rides along, he plays his MANDELL-in and sings “Love in BLUM and “Down on the LEVY.’ Suddenly—) Ah, that my love were OLDER, I ' d MURRAY her. Gee, I’ve got a bad CACASE. (He arrives at the home of his sweetheart at LEVIN o’clock KUSNITT ain’t so very far.) [ H4] MACK II (The Hero is knocking: sound effects: Knock! Knock! A BUTLER answers and informs him that the lady is re-KLINE-ing and is RADEEN McCALL’s magazine.) Hero: WATKINS I do? I always GETZ my woman! I’ll FICKS her! This’ll be a SCHNAPP! (Our hero is next seen KLEINMAN up to her window by means of a vine.) Heroine: (Appears to be taking a NAPPER something. She suddenly comes to)-Ah my ROME-eo! Hero: KUHN you go with me to the Fair? KUHN you go? That is the question, or is it TOBER or not DOBI? Heroine: FAUST, I’ll have to have my FRENCH HORN lesson. Hero: Bah, that’s CHILDS play. Get WISE to yourself. Come away with me. Heroine: O.K. but FORST let’s take along some lunch. I have some KAGAN some PEISS and some DAMATO-s, some MACKIN-tosh apples, and even some salt and SHLUGER right here. Hero: Seeing you’re such a FIEN WALKER and the WEBER is the KATZ-meow, I suggest we go by foot. (After walking a while) See those two FELLOWS, my love? That is the MEHR and his STEWART. Some day he’ll give us his BENEDICT-ion. That is VANN we GETZ MURRAY-ed. Heroine: Such FOLEY! Hero: Stop RUBIN it in. Alas, my heart is SLITT in two. MACK III (Arriving at the Fair, they are greeted by the FORMAN (the Villain). Villain: (Twirling his mustache) - (aside) I MATHER like her. What EIS! It is not worth LEVINE without her! — Say, MEISTER, let me SHAW you and your gal around. [ 145 ] Hero: (aside) He’s got a PLATI up his sleeve. GLATER perhaps! Heroine: (Kicking our hero) ZAIMAN, that ' s FIEN! That will be too, too divine. Villain: Well, over there are our FOX-es, wolves — Flero: (sarcastically) Wolves over there or here: Villain: A BREITMAN, eh! Our lions, tigers, and other big KATZ are inside that tent. And here is our main attraction — the world’s most ferocious GRELLA. Let’s in-SPECTOR more closely. (Unseen by anyone the bad man unlocks the ape’s cage door) PETIT if you wish. (Our hero wishing to “show off attempts to PETIT but is shoved from be¬ hind headlong into the cage with the monster.) MACK IV Heroine: (To villain) LEAF MALONE, you brute. Villain: He ADOFF a man’s head once. Heroine: Help! Police! (Alas! there ARONE. The whole maintenance KROUGH has gone to lunch.) (Inside the cage, the GRELLA CROUCH-es and leaps. Our hero hits him on the DOHM. Now the GRELLA is around his neck.) Heroine: SHEKETOFF! SHEKETOFF! (People are gathering and are WHALEN and YELLEN.) (Our hero then CLEAVES the head of the GRELLA from its body with his sharp fingernails.) Villain: Curses, he’s KELLIN the ape, I’m DUNN for. MACK V They were MURRAY-ed and had QUINN-tuplets. [ H6] “AS OTHERS SEE YOU” William Slitt Gregory Azarian Harvey Dubinsky Warren Harris Seymour Sharnik Alexander Sidorik Wilfred Johnson James Butler Joseph Quinn Robert Katzen Francis Bowers ) William O’Connor I William Slitt Julian Perlstein Oliver Mather Irving Beckanstin John Sarubbi David Bromberg Sidney Swadosh Roger Preu Jerome Fien William Slitt ) Alfred Horowitz Most Popular Most Congenial Best Looking Liveliest Most Sophisticated Best Athlete Best Dressed Most Serious Most Angelic Most Bombastic Cutest Most Capable W ittiest Best Dancer Frankest Most Nonchalant Best Personality Most Studious Flightiest Most Likely to Succeed Done Most for Weaver Isabel Cacase Ethel Lutwack Isabel Cacase Mary Greenwood Ruth Watkins Dorothy Robinson Dorothy French Mercia Parandes Betty Rome Grizelda Rolfe f Geraldine Childs | Regina Greenberg Martha Benedict Millie Giuffre Yetta Maron Doris Weisinger Geraldine Childs Ethel Lutwack Beth Lund Majorie Keller Eleanor Glater ( Millicent Bolling I Martha Benedict [ M7] NOW PLAYING Made For Each Other Thanks For Everything The Great Man Votes . Five of a Kind .... Dead End Kids .... Lucky Night Sweethearts . T ailspin . Holiday . Having a Wonderful Time The Great Waltz Too Hot to Handle That Certain Age They Made Me a Criminal Angels With Dirty Faces Man of Conquest 3 Smart Girls .... Love Affair . The Informer .... Forbidden Music 1 3 of a Nation There ' s Always Tomorrow Boy Meets Girl . The Young in Heart You Cant Take It With You Dorothy Robinson “Bill” Slitt .Weaver faculty .Senior elections Mildred Larman’s report card Richard Tober, Warren Harris gang .Graduation Rheinhold Quasnitschka Mary Webster .Us after graduation .June 23 — Sept. 6 .Class Night .Reception .A cipher .Sophisticated seniors .Demerit slips Football squad .William Slitt .Larman, Barton, Hagarty “Dot” Staples “Jim” Poirot .The Latin “trot” .The choir swingin’ it .Weaver .To do your homework .At Weaver dances .Us .4 A’s [ 148 ] THE PORTALS SWING Let ' s Pretend It ' s True .... I Get Along Without You Very Well Jitterbug Jamoree ..... A Room With a View .... Deep in a Dream . Franklin D. Roosevelt Jones Have you Forgotten So Soon . My Reveries ...... Please Be Kind ..... I ' ll get along somehow .... The Angels Sing .... In a Moment of Weakness It’s All So New to Me .... Little Sir Echo ...... You ' re a Sweet Little Headache At a Little Hotdog Stand Just a Kid named Joe .... Now It Can Be Told . . . . You Must Have Been a Beautiful Baby Kermit the Hermit .... Gotta Get Some Shut-eye . Ferdinand the Bull .... It ' s Not What You Do, It ' s The Way That You on the honor roll Demerits The Rat Races Detention Hall . . Zero in recitation President Slitt . We were sophs once too Three years at Weaver Before Report Cards After graduation Choir We cribbed . . . No more school Awky Sidorik Monthly Tests . . . . Lunchroom Our 9 Joe’s We used a “trot ’ Isabel Cacase Wm. McCarthy . . . Study period You tell us this one You Do It Hold Tight . . . . Three Little Fishes The Masquerade Is Over My Heart Belongs To Daddy Jeepers Creepers Excuse for our 2 F’s Unprepared for an unexpected quiz Jacob Bass, Arthur Fisher, Muriel Fichman When we get our diplomas Mary Rostek . . . . We re gonna graduate [ 149 ] QUIPS AND QUOTES FROM A SENIOR’S DIARY September 7, 1938 — More people squashed, more toes broken, more simple sophomores sent to the wrong rooms, more schedules changed, more homework piled on — yes, it’s school again. September 8 — Missed the seniors until I realized I was one myself — but Weaver s robbing the cradle as far as sophomores go. September 9 — Disappointed to find exchange teacher Jessup without even a tan or a lei! September 12 — Realized that both Miss Forbes and Miss Taft are mis¬ sing. September 15 — Things are now boring. September 21 — Hurricane!!! Weaver still standing—much wailing and gnashing of teeth. September 22 — Flood!!! Water, water, everywhere, but much too cold for swimming! September 23 — Still no school!!! September 26 — Back to discover Miss Kovener down in a dark corner of the basement. No wonder the bookroom is more popular! September 28 — Nearing the brok ing point due to club dues. September 30 — A1 Horowitz (my editor) and Warren (hello-man) Harris elected to head Portal Boards. October 7 — Was able to have a slick time as well as impress my soph¬ omores with my sophistication at the Senior-Soph party. October 10 — Big Green crushes New Haven in initial tiff, 13—6. October 14 — Jitterbugs should be confined in cages! Do my feet hurt!! But the Lookout Dance was tops! [ 150 ] We are, no doubt, the only class that ever experienced a hurricane during our senior year. Here are a few “shots” taken after that memorable occasion. October 27 — Spooks ’n stuff at Girls’ League Hallowe’en party. October 28 -— Third football victory — Wilby this time. Not bad, eh Keed! November 2 — Willie Slitt elected president of Honor Society. November 4 — Return of gruesome “Hit-and-Run Driver’’ film. November 6 — Seymour Sharnik spoke at annual peace meeting. November 8 — Girl cheerleaders g o into action at Bulkeley—Weaver game rally. Rah! Rah! Rah! November 10 — No homework if we win, says Principal Burke. School spirit is highest ever! November 11 — We won 13—7. The last three minutes turned 6 hairs gray (two a minute). No Homework! November 15 — Surprising how much one doesn’t know about the con¬ stitution, especially when there’s $20 at stake. November 24 — Great day! City champs! H.P.H.S. beaten by us for second time in fifteen years. December 2 — Had more fun at Victory Dance even though I didn ' t rate with the champs. December 14 — Martha Benedict chosen as D.A.R. candidate. December 15 — Bought an adorable doll at the Doll Show. December 15 — Colorful (and I do mean colorful) motion picture “Trop¬ ical Haven” creates sensation. December 16 — S’amazing how many places you don’t remember you’d been to until you’ve passed in your sheet of accurate(?) and valuable(?) in¬ formation for the highway survey. January 1, 1939 — Happy New Year! Resolved: (at coming in at six a. m.), to do all my homework. [ 152 ] January 6 — Mischa Tulin (with aid of Sid Pasternack and George Rome) demonstrated that “My Reverie is produced by displacement of electrons or something . January 7 — With basketball games to attend, homework resolution broken last week. January 10 — Thrilling victory over New Britain. “Bodgie ’ Sidorik dropped one in at the last second. January 12 — Sylvia Levine announced as winner of Constitution essay contests. Nice work, Syl. January 13 — “Four Daughters’ for ten cents gives opportunity for much punning. Oh woe! Bulkeley won by a point. January 26 — Farewell dance for parting Seniors. Revenge is sweet! Won the second Bulkeley—Weaver game! February 13 — Charming tea given for Miss Taft and Miss Purcell. February 14 — Two valentines! Oh gosh! February 17 — Dr. Shih delivered a disconcerting address on the Sino- Japanese war. Appears to be all our fault! February 18 — Dramatic Club production was super. “Dottie ' s grass skirt very effective! Must invest in one. February 20 — Seems we’re also City Champs in basketball. February 24 — School out and the morning news finds Weaver High in bed. March 6, 1939 — Back for more. March 8 — Senior voting—first installment. Congratulations, William. March 10 — More voting — got it this time! March 17 — White satin suit, green bows, black faces, singing, dancing, music—what is it? The Minstrel. [ 153 ] March 29 — Enthusiastic assembly gives Mildred Larman and Jeannette Barton ovation. Good brain-work! March 30 — All us who missed the above honors are put on the list of eligibles for graduation essays. March 31 — Art Club goes surrealist in the decorations for its dance. April 1 — Loof Lirpa! April 9 — Young blizzard keeps Easter finery at home. April 14 — Delphinium and hollyhocks littering the hall in anticipation of the Junior-Faculty Tea. April 21 -— Junior Prom. Of course it wasn’t as good as ours! April 27 — Broke again due to class dues. April 28 — All out for tennis and sunburn, especially sunburn. May 8 — Back with a heavy case of spring fever. Baseball team loses tough one to West Hartford, 7—6. May 17 — Choir gave concert last night. May 19 -— Bill Slitt, Millicent Bolling, Richard Tober, and A1 Horowitz got in Quill and Scroll Honor Society at assembly today. May 19 — Went to the last sport dance of the season. Gee, the Recep¬ tion is next! May 22 — I wasn ' t chosen as a speaker for graduation. I think I’ll die— May 26 — Went to Girls League Playlet last night! It was swell! June 22 — Boy, what fun! That was the best class night I ever attended. June 24 — Everybody looked like ambassadors and queens-er something in their tuxedos and gowns. The music was ‘delovely ' and my escort was—! ah me, love! June 27 — I am graduated—at last! It’s all over now! [ 154 ] OUR OPINION OF US They say we seniors are conceited. They say we act superior. To prove they’re wrong, we ' ve modestly listed here our noticeable traits. We really think we are -—- W —itty, willing, wise, and wholly wonderful. E —minent, energetic, eager, and exceptionally enjoyable. A —miable, accurate, affectionate, and actually admirable. V —irtuous, valiant, vigilant, and very vivacious. E —loquent, efficient, esteemed, and even exalted. R —avishing, reliable, robust, and really respected. H —eroic, handsome, hearty, and highly honest. I —llustrous, important, intelligent, and intensely intrepid. G -—lamorous, gallant, genial, and gracefully gentle. H —onorable, healthy, humane, and habitually handy. S —well, sincere, strong, and socially significant. C —apable, charming, courageous, and certainly competent. H ■—umorous, happy, harmless, and hardly haughty, o —mnipotent, observing, outstanding, and otherwise overwhelming. Q —bliging, omniscient, original, and occasionally obedient. L —earned, lively, laudable, and lovely looking. ’3 —times as handsome as Clark Gable. 9 —times as intelligent as Einstein. IN FACT WE RE GRAND!!! [ 155 ] HERE AND THERE AT THE WORLD S FAIR OF 1950 All aboard! All aboard! The Weaver Express’ was evidently ready to set out for the Fair. Porters Abe’ Cordova and “Spike Johnson trucked right on up the train steps and down the aisle to the parlor car with our bags. Two familiar looking gentlemen whom we later recognized as our former classmates, Bob Soderberg and Red” Elrick, were seated in the same car. They were waiting for Bob Phenix, the third partner of the Phenelderberg Hair Dye, Hair Restorer, and Freckle Remover Firm. After a lengthy con¬ versation during which we learned that glamour girl Ruth Watkins and play-boy millionaire Arthur Fierberg, both of ’39 were rumorod engaged, we were informed by the conductor, Herm Rosen, that we were approaching Grand Central. With a few parting quips we said goodbye to our old friends and hailed a taxi. The cab driver, who turned out to be Joe Duffy, left us at the hotel. Here Doorman Wallace Henderson summoned Jimmy Butler, No. 1 bell hop, who took us to our room. After a brief lunch concocted by that famous French chef, M. Benjou Spector, we left the hotel for a little sightseeing. From the top of a Fifth Avenue bus, piloted by Herb Spencer, we noticed, in Union Square, a crowd heaving tomatoes at a madly gesticulating figure perched on a soapbox. Upon closer inspection we saw that the open-air orator was Harold Goldfarb, recent¬ ly exiled from somewhere. [ 156 ] We left the bus at Madison Square Garden to attend the circus where we saw “Eddie” Donaldson .Lion Tamer “Bodgie Sidorik . .... Sword Swallower Roger Preu ...... Tattoed Man Anne Treske .Snake Charmer “Larry” Cohen ..... Sideshow Barker After dinner at number 99% of the “It’s a Fien Restaurant we attend¬ ed Dubinsky ' s new play “The Unconquered Vanquished starring Ethel Lut- wack and “Dot” Staples. Back at the hotel, elevator boy Kevin Kenny took us up to the fifty-second floor. The next morning, bright and early, we set out for our first glimpse of the Fair. Bewildered by the brilliant maze of buildings, we consulted our guide books. It read in part: WORLD’S FAIR OF 1950 Theme: The World of the Day after To-morrow Board of Directors: President— “Al” Horowitz Vice-President in charge of Finance— “Joe” Fox Vice-President in charge of Peanuts—W. Harris Vice-President in charge of Balloons— Patsy Russo Vice-President in charge of Lollipops — “Che Che” Ferrigno At the Sharnik and Glater Information Bureau we were directed to the children’s playground where the child psychology experts, “Awkie” Sidorik and Richard Adams, made us feel at home. They showed us the antiseptic sandpiles in which “Sid” Norwitz, Eleanore Malone, “Margie” Keller, and “Bob” Zaiman were gleefully playing. At the soda fountain run by Leon Zietz, we ran into the girl champs “Dot” Robinson, Lil’ Mascolo, Mary Bergstrom, Arline Seymour, Eileen Melley, and Marion Livingston. [ 15 ] Do you recognize yourself here? Together we went to the Chemistry Building, headed by Joe’’ Nemetz, where we met the following visiting celebrities: King Zig Zog— Solomon Z. Bromberg Countess— Mlle. Maye De Fazio President of Yale — Wm. Slitt, A.B., D.D., P.O., B.C., and P.D.Q. Reducing experts — Thom. Metzner and S. Michelson International Columnist — M. Bolling Movie Idol — Dick Tober Baseball Coach — Rex Islieb After inquiring the way of Jack Bass, streetcleaner, we found ourselves in the Art Building, surrounded by the messes of great contemporary artists. Some of the oustanding canvases were: Heart of a Louse —J. Elovich Mexican Jumping Beans in Paris — Senor DiCorcia Gutter’s Eye-view — L.Yush Three Thousand Shoestrings -— Mlle D. M. French Leaving the art exhibit, we came upon the Katz’s Angora Farm, run by David Katz, Esther Katz, Leon Katz, and Ruel Katz! Next at the Waxman irradiated Vitamin Q Chocolate Milk Company’s exhibit, we were amazed to see ‘Betty’ Bertram and her herd of prize cows. Tiring of educational (?) features, we relaxed at Ezra Kusnitt’s Aerocade. Among the beautiful girls we recognized Rolande Carbonneau, “Gerry” Childs, Mary Callan, Grace Duncan. Rita Ethier, Regina Greenberg, Frances Murray and Doris Weisinger. Popular features were Doris Crowley’s Canary Dance and Mary Greenwood s Bubble Bounce and Bob Katzen’s swing band. Wearied by twelve hours of gawking, we started back after a last gape at the fireworks executed by Howard Ziff, pyrotechnics expert. Weaver ’39 was certainly represented at the Fair we mused, thinking of the versatility of our classmates just seen. What am I doing now? Well, I guess I got the worst position of us all—Weaver’s new Principal! [ 159 ] ONCE WE WERE SOPHOMORES A Sophomore Believes — That he will do his home¬ work tonight. That geniuses are very rare in this world. That a cipher is nothing. That most cats are called Tabby. That he will go through Weaver without any de¬ merits or tardiness. That text books are price¬ less and should be handled carefully. That the lunchroom is a place to eat. That assemblies are very interesting. That he will some day get 4 A’s on his report card. That he will some day know the class president. That a stag is a male deer. That Latin is an old and Romantic language. That the Valedictorian is the person with the highest average in the graduating class. That a true friend would lend you an arm if need be. That the PORTAL is a swinging door. That a cheer helps his team win. A Junior Believes — That he will do his home¬ work and get a date to¬ night. That Einstein is a genius. That a cipher is nothing to get. That cats should be mur¬ dered. That he will go through Weaver without being tardy. That text books are valu¬ able and should be used occasionally. That the lunchroom is a place to visit friends. That assemblies are very in¬ teresting and shorten classes. That he will some day get 4 B’s on his report card. That he will some day be class president. That a stag is a dear male. That Latin is an old lang¬ uage. That the Valedictorian is the smartest person in the graduating class. That a true friend would lend you a helping hand. That the PORTAL is the feminine of port. That a cheer is something to sit on. A Senior Believes — That he will get a date to¬ night. That the world will soon have another genius. That a cipher is nothing of consequence. That Weavers cat is named Scoop.” That he will go through Weaver. That text books are price¬ less and should therefore be left in the desk. That the lunchroom is a place to do undone home¬ work. That assemblies shorten classes. That report cards should be abolished. That he will some day be United States President. That a stag saves money at dances. That Latin is a dead lan¬ guage and igpa atinla is uchma implersa. That the Valedictorian is the second smartest per¬ son in the graduating class. That a true friend might lend you a dime. That the PORTAL is a sequel to the Rogue ' s Gal¬ lery. That a cheer is something that comes from the Bronx. [ 160 ] OUR CLASS’S CLASSY CLASSIFIED ADS FOR RENT COMFORTABLE SEAT IN DE- TENTION hall. Very cheap. Used for three years. Call Harriet Ep¬ stein. WANTED TO EXCHANGED WILL EXCHANGE ABILITY TO GET A s for ability to get dates. Applicants must be experienced. I am. Call 4 A-00 ask for Marvin Grody. WILL EXCHANGE Room 215’s class book for anything we can get. Must be worth more than 5c. See Gordon Pearl. LOST AND FOUND LOST—MUCH SLEEP DURING Preparation of The PORTAL. Finder please return to A1 Horo¬ witz. Reward. LOST — TRANSLATION OF CICERO somewhere between Room 227 and Latin rooms. Call Sam Friedman. Will pay no hush- money. INSTRUCTIONS Hot Off the Press! My new book on how to get good marks. I know it gets results. I have. “How to Make Friends With and Influence Teachers, by Jerome Fien is sure¬ fire for 4 A’s. “How to Grow Hair Quickly” is the name of my new book. Have a fine growth as proof of results. Robt. P. take notice, call Joe Oguschewitz. Maron School of the Dance will open soon. Will specialize in Jitter- bugging. Apply to instructor Yetta Maron. PERSONAL Dear Gert: All is forgiven. Please come back. Phil SITUATIONS—MALE EXPERIENCED YOUNG MAN desires position as official greeter or “hello -man.” Has had 3 yrs. ex¬ perience. Has charming, high-pitched voice. Inquire Warren Harris. TWO EXPERIENCED YOUNG MEN seek positions as Theremin, new electrical instruments, players. Have given demonstration at Weaver Assembly. Apply to George Rome and Sidney Pasternack. YOUNG MAN WITH EXPER- IENCE desires position with loan Co. Has had 3 yrs. experience bor¬ rowing money. Send replies to Harold Gross. HANDSOME YOUNG MAN desires position as gigolo or escort. Much experience in Weaver. Call Ezra Kusnitt. PUBLICITY MAN OR PRESS AGENT desires connections with prominent people. Formerly Publi¬ city man for Weaver female tennis star. Apply to Robert Zaiman. BODYGUARD DESIRES WORK. Much experience at Weaver. Call Roger Preu. SITUATIONS—FEMALE CHARMING YOUNG WOMAN desires position as very personal i secretary to very handsome young business man. Send replies to Ruth Watkins. YOUNG LADY WISHES position as chauffeur. Experienced. Former¬ ly chauffeured for Weaver Band. Call Mary Bragg. GIRL WANTS POSITION AS WIFE to handsome, good-natured millionaire. Is considered quite pretty. Apply to Mary Rostek. ARTIST SEEKS POSITION. — Drawing preferably a salary. Little ! experience. Inquire Dorothy Leaf. [ 161 ] That which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet . W.S. T would Be Queer If —- “Willie’’ were sewed and never Slitt “Evy” were younger and not Older Betty were laughing instead of Whalen Frankie were a weekly and not a Daley Millicent were dancing and not Bolling “Jim ' were a doorman instead of a Butler “Joe’ were a whale and not a Bass “Herb were a coach and not a Sleeper Paula were earlier instead of Later Julius were hard and not a Schnapp “Joe“ were a metropolis and not a Berg Saul were a slave instead of a Freedman Irene were a tinsmith and not a Goldsmith Shirley were a fiddle instead of a Horn “Joe were a wolf and not a Fox Odell were to jump and not to Crouch Frank were lead instead of Golden “Gert were a private room instead of a Ward Saul were; an iceman and not a Coleman Pearl were spools and not Needles Dorothy were incomplete instead of Dunn George were Athens and not Rome “Dan“ were whispering and not Yellen Florence were an old home instead of a Newhouse Fred were a Governor and not a Mehr Rocco were hard instead of Melo “Dot” were a twig and not a Leaf Ruth were a glass and not a Stein “Connie” were happy and not Stern Florence were a sales girl instead of a Shuman The author of this were sane and not moronic. [ 162 ] HAVE YOU REALLY COMPLETED YOUR EDUCATION? Professor Dizz in Information, Cheese (Who said the day of quizzes was all over?) So you think you really deserve your diploma! You really think you are qualified to be called a member of Weaver s greatest class -—- that of ’39! You do, do you? Well, here ' s your chance to prove your worth. If you can receive an avera ge of 90 per cent on the following quiz, you will receive lifetime membership in the class of 1939 A. D. of the Thomas Snell Weaver High School — no greater honor can any man receive: I Match up those names in column A as associated with the familiar char¬ acteristic, action, etc. in column B: 1 . 2 . 3. 4 . 5. 6 . 7. 8 . 9. 10 . A Warren Herrington a.- Lois Silver b.- Frances Sanders c- “Tiger” Henderson d.- Helen Horowitz e- Ezra Kusnitt f.- Felix Waxman g.- Harriet Epstein h.- Haro ' d Gross i.- Edv ard Donaldson j.- B -Surrounded by a pack of boys -Chewing the rag -Courting a handsome junior (initials B. G.) -Borrowing a dime -Getting a study hall slip for talking -Muttering “Oh John and Bodjum -Escorting Norma Wilkinson -Sauntering through the halls -Carrying books, or with D. F. -Wolfing II Answer true or false to the following: 1. Mildred Larman never made the Honor Roll. 2. Edward Tuohy is a diligent student. 3. Seymour Michelson won the State Amateur Boxing Flyweight Champ¬ ionship. 4. Richard Tober will be a great actor someday. 5. You are Weaver’s only genius. Ill Choose the cor:ect words: 1. Robert Griffin wants to be a golf hamp, probably will be— (a) a caddy (b) a ditch digger (c) a golf champ 2. Gordon Pearl wants to be a radio announcer, probably will be— (a) an auctioneer (b) a cough drop salesman (c) a radio announcer 3. Bill Slitt wants to be a pro ball player, probably will be— (a) a bat boy (b) a left-out fielder (c) a big leaguer 4. Seymour Sharnik wants to be journalist, probably will be — (a) a copy boy (b) a reporter (c) a newstand boy 5. Ruth Werba wants to be a singer, probably will be — (a) a hog caller (b) a singer (c) a song sheet seller 6. Joshua Yaffo wants to be a matador, probably will be — (a) a bull thrower (b) a matador (c) a stable boy ANSWERS ON PAGE 164 [ 163 ] GRADUATION SONG. . . .CLASS OF 1939 Words and Music by Harold Greenbaum Leon Zietz Stanza Mothers and fathers, teachers and friends Tonight we salute you, and greetings we send You’ve made us happy; we re proud of you, so We ll brighten your hearts with a musical hello. Stanza 2 School days are over, memories remain We ll always remember our teachers again They’ve been so faithful, and loyal so true Now, Weaver, we ll honor and sing this song to you. Chorus Onward, forever onward, moves the Green and White Rejoicing in all its glory, praises we sing tonight Young hearts with voices blending, Weaver will always shine Farewell, our Alma Mater, the class of thirty-nine. QUIZ ON PAGE 163 1-g, 2-b, 3-a, 4-h, 5-e, 6-j, 7-f, 8-c, 9-d, 10-i, 1— false 2— false 3— false 4— censored 5— false (I’m one too) Entirely censored. Imagination will solve troubles however. 4 points for each correct answer Answers: I II [ 164 ] Woodland Service Station GEORGE Y. CHERLIN DANIEL CHERLIN ROBERT R. CHERLIN 369 Woodland St. Hartford Trinity Stationery Co. School and College Supplies 251-253 ASYLUM ST. TUCKEL’S Headquarters for Nationally Known Radios, Refrigerators, Ranges, Appliances. SALES and SERVICE 1083 Main Street CONCILIUM ROMANUM Consules . . . Quaestores Censor Robert Krechevsky Marjorie Keller Eleanore Malone Everett Seltzer Dorothy Lopez NEW ENGLAND LAUNDRY Dry Cleaners Fur Storage 441-455 HOMESTEAD AVENUE The Weaver Drug ROCCO MELO UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT There once was a boy named Melo, Tel. 5-3083 Who laughed with a good hearty bellow. 1170 ALBANY AVENUE cor. Woodland St. To be a printer is his aim And we wish him much fame, For he was a jolly good fellow. [ 166 ] WEAVER HIGH SCHOOL CHEMISTRY CLUB Tel. 7-8919 A.L.A. A.A.A. Woodland Garage Ruben Levitt, Prop. Gas and Oil General Repairing — Storage Towing — Batteries — Tires 1137 ALBANY AVENUE Hartford ADV6RTIS6RS o enG Avi UO DORRR nC€ ST. PROVI D€ n C€ • R . 1. n g Mayflower Sales Co Inc. 178 Church Street Heating Contractors Ben’s Fruit Shoppe BEN KLEIMAN 1271 Albany Ave Hartford SERVICE PHONE 7-2810 Why carry bundles, when a ring on the phone brings real values to your home? [ 167 ] THE Blue Hills Greenhouses THE WEAVER GIRLS’ 615 BLUE HILLS AVENUE BUSINESS CLUB Cut Flowers Corsages Funeral Designs • Tel. 2- 9095 Delivery 9 extends its best wishes to the Members o[ the FRANCIS BOWERS 1939 Graduating There once was a boy named “Franny”, Class. Whose speed with the gals was uncanny. With a wink of the eye And a half-hearted try, The girls that fell were man-ny. KATES k KLINKE, Ilf. MANUFACTURING JEWELERS Attleboro, Mass. OFFICIAL JEWELERS FOR 1935 - 1936 - 1937 - 1938 and 1939 Classes Write us regarding CLUB PINS TROPHIES and MEDALS FAVORS, ETC. [ 168 ] ECONOMY HARDWARE COMPANY, INC. L. E. Davis, President The Store That Sells Most Everything 1251 ALBANY AVENUE Opp. Northwest School GERRY CHILDS There is a young girl named Gerry Who has lips as red as a cherry. She has good looks galore And also what is more She is always so bright and merry. Spaghetti Palace 67 ASYLUM STREET Hartford, Conn. EAGLE Compliments o[ DYE WORK S CLEANERS and DYERS CAROLINE HEWINS LITERARY SOCIETY Pianos Radios Radio Combinations Music and Records Expert Service on All Instruments GALLUP ALFRED, INC. Music Exclusively Agents for BALDWIN PIANOS 201 Asylum Street Phone 5-3121 Hartford [ 169 ] 4 , HARTFORD MARKET 609-613 MAIN STREET HARTFORD, CONN. THE BOYS’ COMMERCIAL CLUB Rider College of Business Administration Bachelor of Science degrees in Commerce and Education. Special Intensive Courses Founded 1865 Trenton, N. J. MILLICENT BOLLING There once was a girl named Mill,” Who seldom, if ever, was still. Her voice so mellow Caught many a fellow As up the scale she did trill. THE WEAVER INGLESIDE CLUB Dairy Products THE BRYANT CHAPMAN COMPANY Telephone 2-0264 255 HOMESTEAD AVENUE HARTFORD, CONN. [ 170 ] THE NEWTON-ROBERTSON-CASE GROCERY CO. 1003 ALBANY AVENUE HARTFORD. CONNECTICUT W. H. S. ART CRAFTS CLUB The Gustave Weiner’s Clothes Shop Fischer Company The Store with the Highest Quality at the Lowest Prices. Office Supplies h Phone 6-7683 Office Furniture School Supplies 237 Asylum Street Hartford, Conn. 135 Barbour St. Hartford Meilleurs Voeux du CLUB FRANCAIS Compliments of CHARLES BASCH COMPANY [ 171 ] CASE’S SERVICE STATION C. P. Case, Jr., Prop. Tires Batteries Tubes Accessories CITIES SERVICE OILS Corner of Albany Avenue and Sterling Street The Weaver High CAMERA CLUB Northwest Barber Shop Joseph Casale, Prop. 1103 ALBANY AYE. THE WEAVER CHAPTER OF THE NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY V “ STRAND FLORIST With OUR Wedding Decorations Floral Designs Flowers 1039 MAIN STREET HARTFORD Tel. 5-3551 Flowers For All Occasions Compliments o[ THE WEAVER HIGH SCHOOL DRAMATIC CLUB [ U2] GROUPS AND ALL INDIVIDUAL PHOTOGRAPHS TAKEN BY LORING STUDIOS 703 MAIN STREET, HARTFORD, CONN. TELEPHONE 7-4300 [ 173 ] HILLYER JUNIOR COLLEGE Member of the American Association of Junior Colleges Co-educational DAY and EVENING DIVISIONS Accounting Business Administration Engineering Arts and Sciences Packard Boot Shop SMART SHOES FOR YOUNG MEN ON ASYLUM STREET Near the Allyn Theatre WILLIAM SLITT There once was a boy named Willie, Who wasn ' t the least bit silly In sports or a quiz. He sure was a whiz, This boy, our Class President Billy. CANDY, AFTERNOON TEA, LUNCHEON, PASTRY 96 Pratt St. Hartford, 266 Bridge St. Springfield Best Wishes from the Fro Joy Plant to the Members of the 1939 Senior Class. Oean Pro 51 WALNUT STREET Hartford, Conn. ICE CREAM [ 174 ] STANDARD PRINTING COMPANY I NCORPORATED ‘‘From a Card to a B o o k ’ ’ 54 ALLYN STREET HARTFORD, CONN. TELEPHONE 6-8039 [ 175 ] PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS Students, as members of this graduating class, we are under moral obligation to the preceding con¬ cerns. As a means of showing our gratitude, it is suggested that you read thoroughly these advertise¬ ments and consider these firms as friends worthy of your patronage. Remember, without them this 1939 Portal could not have been issued. [ 176 ]