Weaver High School - Portal Yearbook (Hartford, CT)

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FLORENCE M. SHEEHAN, B.A. History and English Smith College Her classes were always worthwhile . . . assists capably in the Dramatic Club ... an accomplished pianist . . . member of the Hartford Oratorio Society. MARIAN T. TAFT, M.A. English Mt. Holyoke College Has quite original hobby of collecting old glass . . . demure, yet an out-door enthusiast . . . interested in school activities as well. MILDRED G. SMALL, B.A. English and German Mt. Holyoke College Enthusiastic mountain climber . . . another of those who seek relaxation in Maine . . . widely-traveled in Europe . . . has profound knowledge of Germanic and French languages. ARLINE S. TALCOTT, M.A. History Wellesley College Chic and dignified . . . well-informed on current affairs . . . her varied interests include traveling, reading, the theater, and playing bridge. 19 4 1 MARION VAN DEUSEN, B.A. Stenography and Typewriting Post Business College Greets each student with charming dimpled smile . . . cools off during warm weather by swimming . . . enjoys traveling through the countryside. HELEN WAKEFIELD, B.S. Physical Education Sargent School Liked by every girl in her gym classes . . . interested in all sports . . . skilled at fly-casting and playing golf. FRANK M. VAN SCHAACK, M.A. English Lebanon Valley College Always has friendly smile for every pupil . . . the author of many an entertaining poem . . . divides spare time between photography and fishing. WAYLAND F. WALCH, B.A. Chemistry Middlebury College Possesses wide knowledge in his field . . . students eagerly anticipate his class . . . likeable combination of good-natured disposition and pleasant mannerisms. 21

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RITA F. MERLET, B.A. English St. Joseph ' s College Sharp-witted ... a cook with imagination . . . designs and makes own wardrobe, especially hats . . . besides swimming, strictly a spectator athlete. MONA O ' HARA, M.A. English Smith College Owner of a very sweet and likeable disposition . . . confesses (we don ' t believe it!) to be lazily inclined . . finds relaxation in reading and knitting. ELINOR MOSES, M.A. English Columbia University Possesses a great sense of humor, and likes a good joke . . . spends leisure time enjoyably, playing golf. M. NELSON OWEN, M.A. English Lehigh University Pleasant smile . . . cheerful chuckle ... a fine sense of humor . . . gentlemanly in manner . . . ardent believer in true democracy . . . friend to all. T a c u. G. HAPGOOD PARKS, M.Ed. Biology and Physics Clark University Possesses infinite amount of practical knowledge . . . varied interests: bird banding, photography, bowling ... a hearty laugh . . . good sense of humor. It y JOHN D. PREU Art Pratt Institute Regular fellow . . . class seems all too short swims during the summer and skis in the winter. ESTHER PHILLIPS, M.A. French Bates College Acquainted with every nook and corner of France . . . her patient and conscientious attitude is appreciated by all her pupils . . . enthusiastic about hiking, badminton, and photography. JOSHUA L. ROBINS, M.Ed. Mathematics Wesleyan University Famous for prep school anecdotes ... a genial in¬ structor . . . possessor of fine bass voice . . . enjoys a fast game of tennis . . . very popular. 20

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WILLIAM R. WARING, B.B.A. Bookkeeping Boston University Otten referred to as the most friendly and popular teacher at Weaver ... an ardent sports enthusiast . . . also devotes much time to reading. ROGER F. WOODBURY, M.A. Permanent Substitute Wesleyan University Likeable new addition to Weaver faculty . . . rated a swell fellow by students . . . interests include music, photography, and out-door sports. ARTHUR F. WINSLOW, M.A. Democracy Boston University Possesses keen sense of humor . . . classes enlivened by his wit . . . has special interest in collecting his¬ torical documents and stamps. = T CL C U. ELIZABETH H. CRAIG, M.A. English Mt. Holyoke College An interesting personality dominated by a grand sense of humor . . . artistocratic-looking . . . her absence a great loss to student body. HENRIETTA HEFFLER, B.F.A. Art Pratt Institute Weaver alumna comes back . . . finds outlet for artistic talent in woodcarving and modeling with clay . . . holds classes in informal manner . . . enjoys good music. KATHERINE F. RANKIN, B.S. Home Economics St. Joseph ' s College Her friendliness made Home Ec more fun ... a tennis fan . . . another member of faculty interested in traveling. MARY E. FLEMING, R.N. School Nurse St. Francis Hospital Always there with a smile to care for our aches and pains ... a sports enthusiast throughout the year. NORMA K. REGAN, B.A. English Cornell University Frank and friendly . . . educated in all the fine arts . . . instigates many an interesting class discussion . . . varied interests and hobbies fill leisure time. JAMES D. PRICE Music Highly valued leader of our musical organizations . . . has many fond memories of his travels abroad . . . expert in amateur movie photography . . . diligent an¬ tique collector. RODERICK K. STANLEY Commercial Subjects Shaw Business College Has definite ideas, which, although different, are usually correct. . . . capable instructor whose spare time is de¬ voted in being a Lookout adviser. FREDERICK W. STONE Athletic Director Springfield College A well-qualified teacher and coach . . . best possible results always obtained . . . fair play and sportsman¬ ship unceasingly advocated . . . thanks a lot, Fred, for some great teams. 22