Weaver High School - Portal Yearbook (Hartford, CT)

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MISS PORTIA E. CLOUGH Miss Clough was bom in Somerville, Mass., where she attended Latin High School. She went to Framingham College where she received her B. A. degree. At college she was elected Class Prophetess. Here at Weaver, besides teaching Home Economics, she is faculty adviser of the Ingleside Club, and, during the war, was in charge of a com¬ mittee for knitting, both for soldiers and the people overseas. DEDICATION Long after this book is printed, all who read this page will recall with pride two fine teachers, Mr. Arthur F. Winslow and Miss Portia E. Clough. Some may have been in their classes, others not, but at some time or other, during their three years at Weaver, all have come in contact with them. Both have won respect and admiration because of their willingness to help and inspire one and all. Who can forget Mr. Winslow ' s wit, humor, and ceaseless effort, year after year, to aid aspiring public speakers in various oratorical contests and presentations? Many girls, from Miss Clough ' s classes, leave Weaver better fitted for the future, because of her untiring work on their behalf. With these admirable characteristics in mind we dedicate this, the Portal of 1948, to two outstanding and extremely popular teachers, Mr. Arthur F. Winslow and Miss Portia E. Clough. MR. ARTHUR F. WINSLOW Mr. Winslow was born in Hanover, Mass., where he attended Partridge Academy. From Partridge, he went to Boston University for his B. A. and to the Uni¬ versity of Maine for his M. A. He next enrolled in Emerson College, where he was classbook business manager, class treasurer, and orator. At Weaver, he is faculty member of the Athletic Council and in charge of such programs as funior Town Meeting of the Air. He is an active member of the Ameri¬ can Legion and chairman of the Legion ' s State Ora¬ torical Commission. 7

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WEAVER HIGH SCHOOL As we look back on our years at We aver and recall the pleasures and problems shared with our many friends, the thrill of a Green and White foot¬ ball victory — or the disappointment of a defeat — and the inspiration derived from the patient examples of our teachers, we realize how swiftly these years have slipped by and how much the magnificent edifice that is Weaver has meant to all of us who have passed through her famed portals. 6

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MR. FRANK H. BURKE Because of his deep and personal interest in the students, their activities, and all with which he is associated, Mr. Burke will always be closely linked with the name of Weaver High School. Preferring to manage many cases in¬ volving students, their plans, and their headaches, by himself, acting in the position of a guidance supervisor, he has brought students into closer contact with him. A thing to remember will be his never-ending supply of humorous tales, animated by actions, expression, poise, and sheer delight. This source of wit and wisdom was a true asset to his extemporaneous speeches which were so enjoyable for the audience. With such a guiding spirit behind the school, others became inspired. We all hope for his health to improve and his happiness to be abundant. HIGH HOPES FOR FOOTBALL ' 48!