Weaver High School - Portal Yearbook (Hartford, CT)

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m -r. ROBERT M. KELLY Substitute Trinity, B.A. Even though most of Mr. Kelly’s periods were spent “subbing,” he has won an enviable place for him¬ self at Weaver. His liberal ideas, expounded in those informal history classes, have answered the questions in many a student’s mind. His in¬ terests outside of school include all kinds of sports: squash, tennis, and pingpong. RALPH D. LUND Biology and Physiology University of Vermont, B.S.; M.Ed. Although Mr. Lund has been a member of the Weaver faculty a comparatively short time, we have discovered that a kindlier gentle¬ man and a better teacher cannot be found anywhere. Being a nature lover, his delightful hobbies include many outdoor recreations, such as hunting, fishing, etc. BEATRICE P. KOVNER Textbook Librarian Teachers’ College of Connecticut, B.Ed. Miss Kovner, one of Weaver’s distinguished alumnae, has proved herself to be a valuable asset to the Weaver faculty. The efficiency with which she manages the bookroom is commendable. Miss Kovner’s de¬ lightful hobbies are crocheting, playing tennis, and reading poetry and plays. E. ALLAN MAINES Chemistry and Physics University of Maine, A.B. Mr. Maines’ charming lack of sophistication, plus his concrete knowledge, made him pleasant to work with and a valuable asset to the Weaver faculty. His special in¬ terests include gardening, fishing, and outdoor sports. Incidentally, classmates, how about an orchid for Mr. Maines, who thinks the Class of ’40 is a very good-looking class. f 22 ] F. ELIOT LARRABEE English Wesleyan University, A.B., M.A. Mr. Larrabee is one of the pop¬ ular teachers at Weaver. Curly, curly hair, a smile for all, .a cheery hello and what can I do for you? —that’s Mr. Larrabee through and through. He not only teaches Eng¬ lish but he teaches the way to live. Hobbies? Reading, music, stamps, and bowling. LILLIAN M. MANSFIELD Modern History, World History, and American History Mount Holyoke, B.A.; Columbia University, M.A. To understand the events hap¬ pening every day in our complicat¬ ed civilization, one must have a thorough understanding of past history. Miss Mansfield certainly has that understanding, and she tries very hard to share it with Weaver’s students. You can see at once that her classes are full of food for thought. Her leisure time is spent at badminton and travelling.

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ELIZABETH B. HASELTON Library Rockford College; Columbia University Miss Haselton’s work in the li¬ brary is something that Weaver stu¬ dents can never fully thank her for. She knows the library from shelf to shelf, and what a comfort it is to students who don’t know it north from south. Her quiet, helpful presence has introduced many to the pleasures of reading good books, which, of course, is her hobby. DOROTHY E. HOOD English Mt. Holyoke College, A.B.; Middlebury College, M.A. We are very grateful to Miss Hood for her valuable assistance in arranging interesting programs for the Girls’ League. Not infrequently she indulges in badminton, reading, and photography. Travelling is an¬ other of her favorite pastimes. HELEN A. HASELTON Art Milwaukee-Downer College; Chicago Academy of Fine Art; Berkshire Summer School of Art Miss Haselton’s spare time is spent at activities in keeping with the subject she teaches. Sculpture, modeling, and all kinds of craft- work afford practice for the ade¬ quate talent in her hands. Sports, such as bicycle riding, horseback riding, and roller skating also offer enjoyment when school is out. CATHERINE E. HUBBARD Biology and Physiology Mount Holyoke, A.B.; University of Rochester; Marine Biological Laboratory of Woods Hole; Berea College; Columbia University, M.A. Miss Hubbard’s classes are al¬ ways interesting to the student of natu re. Her helpful and sympa¬ thetic manner has won the heart of many a Weaverite. A variety of in¬ terests take up her spare time— weaving, mountain climbing, books, skating, and many more. [ 21 ] AGNES N. HOGAN Geometry and Algebra Wesleyan, B.A. Miss Hogan is one of the most fair-minded teachers we know. Her kind sociable manner has made her a favorite with Weaverites. She likes outdoor life, badminton, and the theatre. An ordinary person just like you or me, and yet nicer than the average! Sara MARJORIE G. INGLE Art Pratt Institute Miss Ingle, one of the younger members of the faculty, is a versa¬ tile individual. Her knowledge in the realm of art, in addition to her keen sense of humor, has made her classes not only profitable but also enjoyable to the students interested in art.

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ELINOR MOSES English Teachers’ College, B.S.; Columbia University, M.A. Miss Moses possesses a rare vein of humor, which was immensely appreciated by all her students. Being an ardent sports enthusiast, Miss Moses spent her leisure time either in playing golf or indulging in some other sport, that is, when she was not travelling to and from New York week-ends. CLARA E. PARK Home Economics Middlebury College, B.S. Miss Parks has shown many a feminine Weaverite how to run a home and prepare three meals a day without even batting an eye¬ lash. Her hobbies include hand work and gardening, both of which make any home nicer to live in. So you see, she is really interested in what she teaches—which makes the learning all the more fun. MONA O’HARA English Smith, A.B.; University of Vermont, M.A. Miss O’Hara’s sweet disposition and interest in her work make Eng¬ lish classes in Room 216 worth at¬ tending. Her advice and guidance to members of “The Lookout” staff is invaluable. After-school hours are spent in knitting, reading, and writing. G. HAPGOOD PARKS Physics and Biology Clark, A.B., Harvard, Ed.M. “Words fail me” was Mr. Parks’ comment on the Class of ’40. Many of us are grateful to Mr. Parks for his excellent supervision of the Chemistry Club. His other outside activities included bird banding, photography, and bowling. [ 23 ] M. NELSON OWEN English Lehigh, B.A.; Columbia University, M.A. Mr. Owen’s pleasing personality, plus his thorough knowledge of the subject he teaches, has enabled him to form many lasting friendships among the members of the student body. We are all grateful for what he has done for us, and we hope that he cherishes only pleasant memories of the “Leap Year” class. ESTHER PHILLIPS French Bates, B.A.; Columbia University, M.A. Very patient with troublesome students and always ready to lend a helping hand to those in a diffi¬ culty, Miss Phillips will be remem¬ bered as a very able teacher and likeable lady. She devotes much of her leisure time to hiking and often indulges in a vigorous game of badminton. r