Weaver High School - Portal Yearbook (Hartford, CT)

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CHARLES A. ANDREWS, B.S. Mechanical Drawing Fitchburg Teachers ' College A highly welcomed addition to our faculty . . . always the sportsman ... a talented artist in his field. RUSSELL D. BAKER, B.S. Biology Mass. State College Ardent out-of-doors enthusiast . . . boundless scientific knowledge . . . friendly smile . . . gentlemanly in manner . . . very accommodating . . . interested es¬ pecially in gardening and forestry. CATHERINE S. BAILEY, B.A. English and History Albertus Magnus College Friendly and charming newcomer . . . already popular . . . travels over hill and dale . . . turns to outdoor sports when winter comes. ELIZABETH E. BEAN, B.A. Librarian Middlebury College The bewildered student ' s ever-helpful friend . . . pos¬ sesses a wealth of knowledge about books . . . enjoys reading, walking, and playing badminton. r a c u L t u HARRIET D. BEST, M.A. History and Guidance Mt. Holyoke College Very likeable and pleasant person . . . much was gained from her broad knowledge of history . . . spare time spent gardening and playing golf. JENNETTE BODURTHA, B.A. Biology Mt. Holyoke College Likeable personality . . . friendly spirit in assisting pupils . . . enthusiastic gardener in warm weather . . . well-liked by all. MIRETTA L. BICKFORD, B.A. History University of Maine Subtle sense of humor . . . maternal interest in pupils . . . aid given to many a faltering student . . . winsome smile . . . clear-sighted and discerning. CLARA PARK BURNSIDE, B.S. Home Economics Middlebury College The essence of poise and charm . . . the last word in domesticity . . . happiest when busy with the trowel and shovel in her garden. 14

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From the top, left to right, reading down: Miss Phillips—a study in reflection . . . Mr. Halford waits expectantly for an answer . . . Mr. Waring sees by the papers . . . Mr. Gipson aiding the perplexed . . . Miss Hood in English class . . . Mr. Maines shows how it ' s done . . . Mr. Carrier at the mathematical board . . . Miss Lord tracking down a stray notice . . . Mr. Preu solves a tough one . . . Mr. Burke proudly presents . . . One who never signs ' til he reads— Mr. Darling. 13

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EDGAR A. CARRIER, B.A. LYDIA M. CHAPMAN Mathematics Stenography and Typewriting Middlebury College Chandler Normal School His great sense of humor never found lacking ... a Very understanding and helpful to future job hunters pleasure to be in his classes . . . especially fond of ... finds pleasure in cooking and visiting tea rooms, one sport—tennis. MARION A. CASE Commercial Subjects Chandler Normal School Beautiful handwriting in English as well as that lan¬ guage of curves and angles—shorthand ... a favorite with the commercial students. HAROLD B. CLAPP, M.A. Mathematics Bates College Often seen after school helping students . . . takes sin¬ cere interest in pupils ... an out-of-doors man during hunting and fishing season. 19 4 1 PORTIA E. CLOUGH Home Economics Framingham State College Sweet, friendly, likeable individual . . . takes special interest in each student . . . spends spare time antique hunting. GENEVIEVE W. CONKLIN, B.A. Latin College of St. Elizabeth Enthusiastic adviser of Latin Club . . . promotor of much interest in Latin ... a cheery smile . . . patient with trying pupils. JACK COHEN, B.A. Music Trinity College Musician in every sense . . . vast knowledge of this art . . . composer of many orchestral works . . . able leader of band . . . regular fellow. MELVIN G. CROWELL, M.A English Cornell University Has influenced many students . . . insatiable interest in fine arts . . . brilliant mind . . . able director of Dramatic Club . . . very popular teacher. 15