Weaver High School - Portal Yearbook (Hartford, CT)

Text from Pages 1 - 120 of the 1955 volume:

T T 1 Here comes W ' ' WEAVER HIGH SCHOOL TARTFORD, CONNECTICUT Dedication We of the Class of 1955 dedicate this, our classbook, to our parents. We hope that this will be a token of our love and appreciation to them for all they have done for us. This, our classbook, is their classbook, too. Our friends are their friends; our interests, their interests. Through these past years, our parents, with patience, understanding, and love, have strived to give us the best possible, many times denying themselves some small pleasure, that we might have that which we would like. All too often the boys and girls of our age group are embarrassed to show the natural affection which we have for our parents. It is with this in mind that we, the Class of 1955, dedicate this book to our parents. We know that we can never repay their countless sacrifices, but we can dedicate our lives to trying to live up to the standards which they have set for us. God bless them! Foreword The high school career of the Class of ’55 is, inconceivable as it may be, almost at a close. The wonderful times that we’ve all had together can never be revived, but they can be recalled. It is for this purpose that we of the Portal Board have worked. We hope that in the years to come this book and the contents herein will recall three of the happiest years of our lives, our years at W.H.S. These years could be compared to the cruise of a showboat, the faculty exacting the roles of crew members, producers, and directors, we, the pupils, playing the part of actors. We have given daily performances, some good, some bad, for three successive seasons, while traveling down the river of Time. Our trip has been one filled with adven- The big brass band . . Mirror, mirror, on the wall” Their Majesties. ture and many happy experiences. On the other hand, we have encountered many storms, trials, and tribulations. However, the intelligent and consid¬ erate cooperation of all concerned has seen us safely through. We have reached the last port of call for the showboat, and the curtain is being rung down on our last performance. Using this analogy as a theme, we of the Portal Board proudly present The Por¬ tal, Weaver High Showboat, 1955. May we always remember the good-will and comradeship of our class. We are very grateful to Mr. Larrabee, our faculty advisor, for his invaluable part in the making of this book. It takes a steady man at the helm to carry the ship through rough waters. — M.R.H. Wow! Bird’s- e Je view of Wonderland’- Mr. William F. Aitken To Mr. William F. Aitken, our beloved prin¬ cipal, the class of 1955 bids a sorrowful and reluctant adieu. During our years at Weaver he has increased our wealth of knowledge and character with his sincerity, good-will, and friendly guidance. His great pride in Weaver and its students has instilled in our hearts an unforgettable fondness for this man who has proven to be more than just a principal. Mr. Aitken has always been an active and interested participant in all Weaver activities, and has easily become one of us Weaverites.” We know that, although we are leaving Weaver behind us, the inspiration which we have received from this capable and skilled leader will continue to be a living testimony of his profound influence upon us. Mr. Ezra Melrose The light was born where storms enshroud.” Truly Mr. Ezra Melrose, our vice-principal, has been the light which has guided many dis¬ tressed seniors through their journey on the Weaver Showboat. Always on hand to give sound advice, Mr. Melrose has displayed a sincere interest in all Weaver students. He has been a welcome figure at school events, in the receiving lines and at the ticket window, alike. His amiable nature, pleasant disposition, and understanding, along with his progressive ideas, have made Mr. Melrose a combination of friend and teacher that is hard to beat.” i Miss Katherine R. Goodwin We would not dream of leaving Weaver without offering a sincere Thank you” to Miss Katherine Goodwin, our Dean of Girls. It is her sympathetic and understanding nature that has helped us over the bumps, and has paved the way to success and happiness for a number of Weaver girls. Her friendly smile, always a welcome sight, enhanced her efficient manner. In working with her, we have con¬ stantly found Miss Goodwin eager to aid us in our projects, and we have found her advice extremely beneficial. We extend to Miss Goodwin a sincere expression of our gratitude. L’ENVOIE To Weaver: Whose portals we entered as bewildered children; Within whose portals we have grown physically, mentally, and morally; Whose portals we now leave to face the future, young men and women, unafraid, confident in the knowledge and friendship we have gained here. —M.R.H. PORTAL EDITORIAL BOARD Seated, left to right: Baker, Barron, Sellen, Hurwitz, Krasner, Shapiro, Wick- strand. Standing: Robbins, Borden, Roisman, Cramer, Bivins, Cohen, Mr. Larrabee, Stone, Guberman, Long, Gladstone, D’Esopo. PORTAL BUSINESS BOARD Seated, left to right: Greenberg, Kolbin, Himelstein, Sheehan, Lamson, Malley, St. Laurent. Standing: Levin, Turshen, Goldman, Schaller, Kahan, Cagenello, Madden, Ferris. 12 JOHN A. ALIBRIO Machine Shop Little things mean a lot RUSSELL D. BAKER Biology Interesting personality and congenial friend SAMUEL BRONSTEIN Algebra, Geometry And even farther than that . . CHARLES A. ANDREWS Guidance, Mechanical Drawing Now, boys . . R. JEANNINE BELISLE Biology, Mathematics Likeable addition to the faculty MARION A. CASE Stenography, Typing Provides excellent background for future stenographers CATHERINE S. BAILEY English Greatly admired for her sweet disposition HARRIET D. BEST Guidance, History A willing and earnest counselor GENEVIEVE W. CONKLIN Spanish, Latin All right, class.” 14 NICHOLAS C. CORACCI Shorthand, Typing Fabulous friend with a terrific wit. MERRILL P. DAVIS Science Good-natured, a great friend. JOSEPH P. DOUGHERTY Business, English Take a cipher.” ROBERT P. CUNNINGHAM Office Practice Easy-going disposition and a friendly smile. MARIE V. DeBARTOLO Ancient History Lively and vivacious. PHILIP H. DOW Sciences Definitely the greatest! MILLARD S. DARLING Guidance The Guiding Light.’ ’ ALBERT V. DeBONIS English The pillar of the Dramatic Club. JEAN DOWNEY Librarian A great help in our library. 15 MRS. SYLVIA L. DRAGAT Home Economics We all welcome you. PRISCILLA DRAKE History In your notes.” MAE DRE6CHER History Put us on our honor”! LILLIAN R. ERICKSON Art Easy-going and pleasant. PAUL W. EUKERS English Subtle humor made exams pleasant. FORTUNATA Y. FARANDA Home Economics Prepares the future housewives! MARGARET A. FLEMING Math Friendly and conscientious. GLADYS L. GAGE English and Civics ' Half hour after school!” ELIZABETH L. GAMMONS Home Economics Sweet, pleasant, charming. 16 I JOE R. GORDON Math A welcome addition to his Alma Mater. ELIZABETH B. HASELTON Librarian Assistance in library, invaluable and charming. MARIE A. JOHNSTON French This is more than a French class — this is life!” GEORGE F. HALFORD Commercial Subjects Quiet and serious. JOSEPH S. HILBERT Latin Tempus fugit, et tu?” F. ELIOT LARRABEE English In other words . . NINA L. HARTIN English Charming, sweet, and helpful. DOROTHY E. HOOD English ' ' The flowers that bloom in the spring . . .” ROBERT E. LAVENBURG Biology A welcome addition to Weaver. 17 MARY G. LEVY Commercial Geography, Guidance Sweet, likeable, and helpful. ELVIRA M. LORD English Come down to the office with me!” LILLIAN M. MANSFIELD History Pleasant, popular, and poised. NORBERT L. MATTESON Sciences A regular guy,” liked by all. JOHN B. McGILL Democracy A friend to all, popular, pleasing disposition. ALLAN B. MOONEY Coach Tall, dark, and handsome! FRANCES L. MULLANS Spanish ”Eso es.” CLAIRE NORTON School Psychologist Ironed out numerous problems. MONA G. O ' HARA English Always a pleasant smile. 18 G. HAPGOOD PARKS Physics Now if you had only taken physics!’’ JOHN D. PREU Art Furnishes the gay decorations for many school activities. JOHN F. SHEA English, Counselor Always friendly and in good humor. ESTHER PHILLIPS French N’est-ee pas?” ELIZABETH SAWYER Chemistry Mercy, child!” FRANK J. STEEVES Industrial Art Check your blind spot! 19 DOROTHY PICKARD Art Exchange teacher in Honolulu. G. WILLIAM SAXTON Math Helpful, even-tempered. GEORGE P. THOMAS History Great personality with a disposition to match. ROBERT L. TWISS English Helpful assistance added to the Lookout. FRANK M. VanSCHAACK English Pleasant and sincere. WILLIAM R. WARING Commercial Subjects Money, money, money! who’s got the money?! ELEANOR M. WHITNEY Physical Education After 3 offenses you get a cipher!” DOROTHY K. YASHIMA Art The even temper of the Hawaiian climate! MUSIC DEPARTMENT Clayton F. Shufelt, Reginald G. DeVaux, Clayton E. Wahl Jasper ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT Edward L. Sandall, Charles F. Horvath, Colin T. Wilson OFFICE STAFF Lillian Kaprove Marjorie El. Sexton Agnes E. Sinnott J. Howard Williams Mrs. Rose C. Yush Mrs. Clara E. Worthington Jasper Howard Mary E. Fleming — Nurse Alice J. McGillicuddy — Typing Seated, left to right : Long, D’Esopo, Moshovos, Sheehan, Himelstein, Johnstone. Standing: Dakin, Robbins, McTeague, Goldman, Hurwitz, Jefferson, Reilly, Borden, Bivins. CLASS OFFICERS OF 1955 Class President.George Sheehan Treasurer.David Borden Treasurer .Temma Himelstein Historians.Lois Long, James Dakin Chairman of Reception Committee.David Robbins Testator .Leon Bivins Testatrix .Diane D’Esopo Secretary of A.A.Gloria Morris Essayist.Janette Johnstone Orator.Myron Hurwitz Chairman Senior Banquet.Burt Goldman Prophet.Gerald McTeague Prophetess.Anna Moshovos Marshals.Theodore Jefferson, Richard Reilly President of A.A.Richard Reilly PORTAL BOARDS EDITOR Myron Hurwitz ASSOCIATES Patricia Baker Susan Barron David Borden Arnold Cohen Kenneth Cramer Diane D’Esopo Lois Long Roslyn Krasner David Robbins Gerald Roisman Jerry Sassano Elinor Shapiro Bernice Sellen Bennett Stone Marilyn Wickstrand TYPISTS Roslyn Guberman Janice Gladstone BUSINESS MANAGER George Sheehan ASSOCIATES Bradley Cagenello Joanne Ferris Joyce Greenberg Temma Himelstein Natalie Kolbin Bette Lamson Reba Levin Burt Goldman Arnold Kahan Thomas Madden Judith Malley Germaine St. Laurent Earle-Schaller Stephen Turchen FACULTY ADVISER F. Eliot Larrabee FACULTY ADVISER John A. Alibrio 22 JOYCE ALEKSON Joy” . . . quiet and shy . . . neat appearance . . . strawberry blonde curls and a sweet smile . . . blended in well with all the colors of high school days! Business Club; Girls’ League. JOSEPH ALEXANDER Joe” ... a fellow with the name of a champion! . . . not interested in boxing, but really tears up the track field . . . plans to enter Ward School of Electronics after graduation. Boys’ Club; Teams: Cross-Coun¬ try, Track. JOHN ALLEN Prez” . . . graceful and agile in both gymnastics and dancing . . . sincere manner tops off warm friendliness . . . chief occupation: watching the ' green stuff roll in!” Clubs: Boys’, Letter; Cross-Coun¬ try Team; Leader Corps. BURTON AZIA Burt” . . . robust and roguish . . . always the practical joker . . . intrigued by the opposite sex ... a real camera bug . . . will leave his mark in the busi¬ ness world. Boys’ Club. CRYSTAL BACHAND Chris” or Red” . . . Titian- colored hair her crowning glory . . . independent, nonchalant, easy-going . . . slender figure and coy smile . . . the bright spot in Weaver’s library. Girls’ League. PATRICIA BAKER Pat” ... a wide and winsome smile . . . wings on her dancing feet . . . lives by the adage: Si¬ lence is golden!” . . . female Robin Hood!” . . . amicable and sweet . . . marked intelligence. Clubs: Archery (Pres.), Dra¬ matic; Cheerleader; Leader Corps; Girls’ League; Honor Society; Portal Board; Student Council. ARTHUR BARLOW Sonny . . . packed with pep and personality ... a good-look¬ ing guy with a pleasant disposi¬ tion . . . greatest desire: a new car! . . . cuts a cra-a-z-zy car¬ pet!!” . . . future with the Air Force. Clubs: Boys’, Letter; Leader Corps; Teams: Basketball, Track. CHARLOTTE BARLOW Boo-Boo” . . . mellifluous, fun-loving, friendly . . . dabbles in the arts in her spare time . . . always seen supporting Weaver’s teams ... a knack of making friends . . . the envy of many. Clubs: Art-Crafts, Booster; Girls’ League. ROBERT BARRETT Bob” . . . famous for his Cadillac . . . likes to drive and travel ... a studious lad and an ardent camera fan ... a mathematical brain! ... to be a college graduate tops his am¬ bitions! Boys’ Club. SUSAN BARRON Sue” ... an attractive pack¬ age wrapped with smart clothes and tied with sex appeal ... a go-getter” . . . plenty of school spirit . . . her driving ambition will lead her to success. Art-Crafts Club; F. P. A. (Ex. Board); Leader Corps; Girls’ League; J. C. C. Ex. Sec.; Jr. Prom Committee; Lookout Edi¬ torial Staff; Portal Board; Student Council. 23 DONALD BERMAN Don” . . . 100% Red Sox rooter! . . . loves a good joke (usually making them himself!) . . . an amateur Longfellow . . . give him the easy life! . . . Mr. Business Man in the future. Boys’ Club. BEVERLY BERNSTEIN Bev” . . . enthusiastic Eddie Fisher fan . . . has outstanding blue eyes . . . mad” driver of a green Chevy” . . . serious out¬ look on life . . . plans foresee office work and night school. Business Club; Girls’ League. DOROTHY BILLINGTON Dot . . . always around when it comes to sports . . . keen sense of humor . . . happiness” girl! . . . carefree and friendly . . . hopes to enter music school. Booster Club; Girls’ League. LEON BIVINS, JR. Lee” . . . Michelangelo has nothing on this talented fellow! . . . popularity plus personality, intelligence, and reliability . . . every ounce the gentleman! . . . his patience will be rewarded with success! Clubs: Art-Crafts (Pres.), Boys’; Jr. Red Cross; Boys’ State; Jr. Prom Committee; Jr. Usher; Stu¬ dent Council; Testator; Trinity Book Prize; Honor Society; Por¬ tal Board. WALTER BLAKE, JR. Wally” . . . personality plus a smile that wins . . . has a way with the ladies! ... a tall, cute athlete . . . Gone fishin’!” . . . future D. D. S. Basketball Team; Boys’ Club; Leader Corps. GEORGANNE BLOCK Georgi” . . . and giggles go together! ... a fun-loving gal who likes to take things easy . . . the Wrigley” kid! . . . always ready with a quip! . . . Broad¬ way, here I come! Girls’ League. DAVID BORDEN Dave” . . . versatility plus popularity ... a whiz at sports . . . looks, brains, and personali¬ ty .. . subtle humor keeps friends in constant uproar . . . modest fellow . . . lets his ac¬ tions speak for themselves . . . a future Connecticut se nator. Clubs: Boys’ (Pres.), Letter; Boys’ State; F. P. A. (Treas.); Honor Society; Teams: Football, Track; Class Treasurer; Student Council; Portal Board. JULIE BORICHEWSKY Julie” . . . model proportions arrayed in stunning clothes . . . long strawberry blonde hair . . . full of pep and always hep . . . never a care and forever a smile . . . third finger sparkle” reveals future with Mike! Business Club; Girls’ League. JAMES BRAZEL Jim” . . . always ready with a smile . . . tall and good-look¬ ing . . . the outdoor type . . . quite a lunchroom mathemati¬ cian! . . . full of energetic and useful ideas . . . hopes to be a metallurgist (?!) Boys’ Club; Leader Corps (Treas.); Jr. Prom Committee. JAMES BROADEN Jim” ... a happy-go-lucky fellow . . . usually scheduling a good time . . . known for the fancy dance steps, especially the mambo! . . . future in Air Force. Boys’ Club; Football Team. BRUCE CAGENELLO HENRY BROWN Beans” . . . one of Weaver’s unbeatable wits ... what a bas¬ ketball player! . . . who can ever forget his part in the 54” sea¬ son? ... a sincere and friendly guy! Basketball Team; Boys’ Club. LOIS BURKE Lo” . . . strictly slick, smooth, and sophisticated . . . expres¬ sive eyebrows worth a million words! . . . Weaver’s gifted songbird . . . music and males always on the agenda . . . charming and attractive . . . she’ll reach her star”! Choirs: All-State, Choraliers; Clubs: Glee, Spanish; Girls’ League; Student Council. DOROTHY BURRES Ginger and pep . . . that’s Dubby”! . . . fun-loving gal . . . enjoys dancing, singing, and es¬ pecially the masculine gender! , . . noted for fascinating cliches” and a Lauren Bacall slink . . . best of luck, Dub”! Business Club; Girls’ League; Lookout Typist. Cagg” . . . good-looking and good-natured ... no foreigner to the femmes . . . known for little excursions” during band rehears¬ als .. . Weaver’s answer to Har¬ ry James . . . winning smile . . . plans include Uncle Sam” and college. Bands: All-City, All-State, Wea¬ ver; Boys’ Club. BRUNO CANTAFI Brun” . . . tall, dark, and handsome . . . snapping, brown eyes . . . black, curly hair . . . real sharp dresser! . . . one-third of th e King Trio . . . rich laugh . . . big plans for future — pho¬ tography and Marilyn! Clubs: Boys’, Camera. DIVA CARBONI D” . . . good-natured . . . pleasant smile and lots of friends . . . enjoys pounding the type¬ writer keys (ooh, those mis¬ takes! ) . . . has eye on office work and husband in future. Booster Club; Girls’ League. ROBERT BURSTEIN Known as quiet Bob” . . . friendly . . . flashes a ready smile . . . photography his specialty . . . picks bikes over hot-rods! . . . plans for future include col¬ lege. Boys’ Club. BRADLEY CAGENELLO Senor Brad”, the Spanish brain . . . handsome and dark . . . a popular guy . . . talented fingers tickle the eighty-eight” . . . will work with figures as C. P. A. . . . strange gleam in his eye (watch out, girls!) Choirs: All-State, Inter-High (V.-Pres.), Choraliers; Clubs: Boys’, Glee, Spanish (Pres.); Portal Business Board. ROBERT CASHMAN Bob” or Cash” ... a soft- spoken individual . . . interested in sports . . . baseball, his spe¬ cialty ... a friendly and well liked guy . . . future ambitions include college life. Boys’ Club. GLORIA CHRISTIAN Glo” . . . had a swell time at Weaver . . . enthusiastic about tennis and volleyball . . . loves to hoof it” . . likes listening to records and the radio ... fu¬ ture medical secretary. Business Club; Girls’ League; Jr. Red Cross. ARNOLD COHEN Arnie” . . . contagious vitality . . . tall, husky, good looking . . . engaging conversationalist . . . e ' en tho vanquished, he could argue still ... a tennis pro . . . ardent music lover . . . sincere in all endeavors . . . plans include dentistry and six (??) kids! % Bands: All-City, All-State, Wea¬ ver (Pres.); Clubs: Boys ' , Let¬ ter, F. P. A.; Portal Board; Ten¬ nis Team. JUDITH COHEN Judy . . . stars in her eyes and the sun in her smile . . . exuberant hello . . . makes friends easily ... an ambitious worker . . . true-blue Lookout News Editor . . . gifted girl with certain success. Clubs: Archery, Booster, F. P. A.; Girls’ League; Honor Society; Jr. Waitress; Lookout News Edi¬ tor. EUNICE COHN Eun . . . velvet brown eyes with a sentimental look . . . neat and petite . . . quiet but sincere nature ... all the quali¬ ties and more to make an efficient secretary. Business Club; Girls’ League. GERALD COHN Jerry’’ . . . one of the more famous classroom culprits” . . . possesses a friendly and easy-go¬ ing manner . . . always looking for a laugh . . . Phfft! — a red and black streak! (his hot-rod, natch!) . . . college bound . . . good luck! Boys’ Club. SOLON COHN Salami” . . . one of Weaver’s quiet men . . . keeps to himself . . . little guy with pleasant dispo¬ sition . . . sense of humor spar¬ kles beneath serious look! . . . future machinist. Boys’ Club. RONALD COLEMAN Ron” . . . terrific on the grid¬ iron . . . good sport, enjoys fair play ... a handsome Romeo, and popular, too! . . . Satan lurks behind an indolent man¬ ner! Clubs: Boys’, Letter; Football Team. WENDELL COLEMAN Wendy” ... a great guy who can really cut a rug” . . . Weaver’s plunging halfback! . . . broad shoulders and bulging muscles ... a magnetic attrac¬ tion (hmmm!) . . . promising future. Clubs: Boys’, Letter; Teams: Base¬ ball, Football. JOAN COLLINS Joni” . . . cute up-turned nose . . . sincere though quite the mischief-maker! . . . vocal chords vibrate with vitality (singing or otherwise!) . . . a smile that shouts Wake up and live!” Choir; Clubs: Business, Glee; Girls’ League. PENELOPE CONTOS Penny” . . . sweet and de¬ mure . . . steadfast friend . . . multitudinous interests: sewing, dancing, and collecting discs . .. ambitious plans include office work and night school. Girls’ League; Jr. Red Cross. CLEMENTINE COSTELLO Clem” . . . electric smile . . . sends sparks through any boy’s heart! . . . loads of pep and school spirit . . . likes to collect records — and males (from Trinity!!) . . . petite and smart¬ ly dressed . . . future Medical Technologist. Clubs: Booster, Business, Dra¬ matic; Girls’ League. RONALD COWLES Girls all sigh when Ron¬ nie goes by!” . . . terrific disoo- sition! ... a genius for ac¬ quiring friends . . . initiative and determination . . . will make good at anything attempted. Boys’ Club. EUNICE CRADDOCK Duchess” ... a fitting epithet for this pretty and talented lass . . . a radiant and friendly smile . . . all wrapped up in her fa¬ vorite hobby — dress designing . . . good practice for her future! Choir; F. P. A.; Girls’ League; Jr. Prom Committee; Leader Corps. KENNETH CRAMER Ken” . . . answer to many a gal ' s prayers . . . tall, handsome, and mysterious . . . caustic sense of humor . . . never flustered . . . one part comedian, to one part lover, to one part unpredictability . . . potential engineer. Boys’ Club; F. P. A. (Pres.); Jr. Usher; Portal Board. RICHARD CRESSOTTI Richie” . . . tops” in every¬ body’s opinion . . . friendly to all . . . laughing eyes and smile . . . sports lover . . . personality rings with enjoyment of life. Choir; Clubs: Boys’, Glee; Leader Corps. JERRY CRONIN Jerry” . . . lean and lanky . . . jack-of-all trades (master of quite a few!) . . . recognized au¬ thority on cars . . . good-natured and easy-going . . . good luck to a future Marine! Boys’ Club. ROBERT CUNNINGHAM, JR. ’’Bob” . . . friendly smile for all . . . aggressive personality . . . made many friends at Wea¬ ver ... a talented musician . .. partial to women and skating . . . will always remember those swinging doors . . . college bound. Band; Boys’ Club; Honor Society. GERALD CURTIS Jerry” ... a bashful fellow with a mischievous grin ... se¬ rious-minded and quiet (espe¬ cially around weaker sex) . . . friendly and cooperative . . . plans to attend trade school for radio and television. Boys’ Club; Leader Corps; Or¬ chestra. EDWARD CUSHING Eddie” ... a real sharp” dresser ... a quiet and likeable lad . . . athletically inclined: golf, horseback riding, and sports. . . . girls, his only weakness! . . . a recruit for U. Conn.! Boys’ Club. JAMES DAKIN Red” . . . muscle-bound fire- top . . . make mine nonsense! . . . lives to love, loves to laugh . . . mainstay on the football field . . . Weaver hot-shot” . . . fabulous guy . . . envy the lucky students when Jimmy’s” a teacher! Clubs: Boys’ (Ex. Board), Letter; Football Team; Student Council, Class Historian. CHARLES DANIELS Duke” ... a real demon on the basketball court . . . very conservative dresser . . . pleasing manner, easy-going disposition . . . a nice, all-around guy . . . Weaver will miss Charlie. Basket ball Team; Boys’ Club. DANIEL DeGRUTTOLA Dan” . . . Weaver ' s greatest outdoorsman (not enough days off during the hunting season!) . . . flashing smile that wows the women . . . quite a build too! . . . friendly and sincere . . . definitely a terrific guy! Clubs: Boys’ (Ex. Board), Let¬ ter; Jr. Prom Committee; Teams: Football, Track (Co-Capt.) ANTHONY DEL CANTO Ace” . . . tall and good-look¬ ing . . . friendly smile for every¬ one . . . pleasant personality ... shines on the baseball field . . . genuine lady killer . . . college coming up! Baseball Team; Boys’ Club. GEORGE DEMERS George . . . hot rod” maniac (but safety first!) . . . bound¬ lessly energetic and completely self-reliant . . . fas t with the femmes . . . mechanical mind will aid his engineering future. Boys’ Club. JOSEPH DEMING Square Inch” . . . rugged build and how! . . . gals usually look twice . . . smiling green eyes . . . quiet but friendly . . . vocal addition to the King Trio . . . an entertaining” future ahead for Joe”! Boys’ Club. PATRICIA DeNAPOLI Pat” . . . leading lady of the Football Hop . . . sincere and straight forward . . . laugh and the world laughs with you” ... enjoys reading and skating . . . a versatile gal! perfect potential Gal-Friday.” Business Club; Girls’ League; Jr. Prom Committee. WILLIAM dePLACE Willie” . . . seen, but seldom heard . . . good-looking with a quiet charm . . . easy-going and nice . . . enjoys all kinds of spor ts . . . plans engineering. Clubs: Boys’, Letter. DIANE D ' ESOPO Dee” . . . cute, compact, and curvacious . . . Weaver’s live- wire” . . . ambitious and de¬ termined . . . slight stubborn streak ... a resolute Republican ( wait ’til next year!”) . . . sugar and spice . . . contribute to the S. D. T. G. F., yet? Cheerleader; Choir; Clubs: Glee, Latin (Vice-Pres.); Leader Corps; Girls’ League (Treas.); Honor Society; Inter-High Choir (Pres.); Co-Chairman Jr. Facul¬ ty Tea; Jr. Prom Committee; Jr. Waitress; Lookout; Student Coun¬ cil (Treas.); Portal Board; Tes¬ tatrix. DOLORES DiMANNO Dee” . . . noise rarely comes from her vicinity . . . likes to dance, swim, and skate . . . pe¬ tite and very sweet . . . future includes the roll of Private Sec¬ retary.” Girls’ League; Jr. Red Cross. LORRAINE D’ONOFRIO Lorry” ... to know her is to like her . . . sweet and quiet. .. has preferences for sports, mu¬ sic, and dancing . . . plans col¬ lege . . . will never forget her three years at Weaver. Girls’ League; Latin Club; Lead¬ er Corps; Jr. Red Cross; Lookout Staff Associate. ALLAN DuBOSAR Dubie” . . . alias Dennis the menace!” . . . whimsical sense of humor . . . enjoys wrangling Weaver’s faculty . . . can really bang those drums! . . . U. Conn, watch out, here comes Al.” Boys’ Club. LOUISE FANELLI CAESAR EDWARDS, JR. George” . . . teems with per¬ sonality . . . always ready for ac¬ tion . . . hep” on dancing, latest discs . . . future sees him monkeying with machines (if the Air Force doesn ' t get him first!) Boys’ Club. JOAN EINSTEDER Joanie” . . . long, lovely blonde locks . . . slim and trim . . . charming in a quiet way . . . a smile for everyone . . . future x-ray technician ... a capable and pleasant library as¬ sistant. Booster Club; Girls’ League. SANDRA ENGLE Sandy” . . . sincere and pleas¬ ant . . . always willing to add to a gab fest! . . . melting brown eyes intrigued by the opposite sex! . . . future intentions to be a housewife, and then? Girls’ League. ELVIN ENGRAM Red” ... a soft-spoken man¬ ner and a gentle, obliging per¬ sonality her trademarks . . . en¬ gaging smile disarms all . . . whiles away the hours with sew¬ ing ... a nice gal who rates the best! Girls’ League. LEWIS EPSTEIN ”Eppi” . . . Weaver’s music lover . . . competition for Jimmy Dorsey on the sax! ... a great admirer of the fair sex ... fu¬ ture includes a life of music. Clubs: Boys’, Letter; Teams: Baseball, Football. Lou” ... a cute parcel of excitement . . . always eyed by the male half . . . full of pep and fun . . . likes those Cra-a-z-zy” records . . . future housewife. Girls’ League; Jr. Red Cross; Student Council. SHIRLIE FELIE Shirl” . . . tall, slender, se¬ rious ... good-natured gal . . . has many friends . . . lots of good times at Weaver!” . . . plans work and marriage . . . good luck to a great gal! Clubs: Booster, Business; Girls’ League. JOANNE FERRIS Jo” . . . quiet, blue-eyed blonde — exceptional mental prowess lies behind that innocent gleam in her eye . . . sweet and petite . . . future in business world. Booster Club; Girls ' League; Hon¬ or Society; Jr. Faculty Tea Com¬ mittee; Jr. Waitress; Leader Corps; Portal Business Board. RICHARD FORAND Dick” ... an avid sports fan . . . baseball’s on the top of his list! . . . plans for future in¬ clude business school . . . thought Weaver just couldn’t be beat!” . . . a successful future is in sight. Boys’ Club. ROBERT FRANCIS Fran” . . . devilish twinkle in his eye . . . especially when performing his mischievous pranks . . . vehicles and whims as changeable as the seasons! . . . plans after high school a bit wa¬ tery” — meaning the Navy, of course! Boys’ Club. YVONNE GATES STANLEY FRANK Stan” ... a practical joker in every sense of the word . . . has to stand facing you to be noticed! . . . usually seen in Mr. Melrose’s office! . . . another recruit for U. Conn. Boys’ Club. LLOYD FRAUENGLASS Lloyd . . . soft-spoken and smooth . . . subtle humor . . . out of his mouth ofttimes come gems” . . . always easy-going and nonchalant . . . likes chess . . . special interest — girls! . . . hopes to enter medical research. Clubs: Boys’, Letter; Jr. Prom Committee; Lookout Advertis¬ ing Staff; Tennis Team. JEANNE FUMIATTI Jen . . . bubbles over with personality . . . cute and acute . . . wows the huskier sex! . . . always ready for play . . . usual¬ ly radiating sunshine! . . . fu¬ ture secretary . . . watch out for the boss with the inviting lap! Booster Club; F. P. A.; Girls’ League. LORE GANS Shorty” . . . fanciful, friend¬ ly, and strictly feminine . . . usually seen chattering and laugh¬ ing . . . calm, cool, and collected . . . accomplished accordionist . . . plans to attain a Mrs.” degree! Booster Club; F. P. A.; Girls’ League. MARGARET GARRETT Margo” . . . sparkling Beaver radiating lots of warmth, spirit, and fun . . . athletically endow¬ ed .. . terrific in basketball and softball . . . roller skates for re¬ laxation . . . heading for a sec¬ retarial career (oh, that lucky boss!) Booster Club; Girls’ League. Dab” . . . pleasant and sin¬ cere ... a whiz at the type¬ writer . . . enjoys needlework . , . keeps her figure by frequent¬ ing the tennis court! . . . antici¬ pates a future as a bookkeeper . . . good luck! Business Club; Girls’ League; Lookout Typist. MANUEL GILLER Manny” . . . competition for Charles Atlas! . . . Latin Lover” from down Argentine way . . . always seen running somewhere . . . righteousness and reliability combined . . . definitely doomed to success! Clubs: Art-Crafts, Boys’, F. P. A.; Jr. Prom Committee; Leader Corps; Student Council. GINO GIOVANETTI Gino . . . baseball fanatic . . . wavy jet hair . . . nonchalant and fun-loving . . . passion for high class literature (comic books!) . . . appreciates a good joke . . . ambition — a machinist. Boys’ Club. JANICE GLADSTONE Jan” . . . slick chick with halo of brown curls (but def¬ initely not an angel!) . . . per¬ sonality and vitality . . . en¬ thusiastic record collector . . . hopes to mingle with handsome lawyers in future (as a secre¬ tary, i.e.!) Clubs: Booster, Business (Vice- Pres. and Treas.); Girls’ League; Jr. Waitress; Portal Typist; Hon¬ or Society; Student Council. PHILLIP GLAZIER Phil” . . . patron of that fine art known as women! ... a smile is his umbrella!” ... a barrel of fun . . . mad” about music . . . success at U. Conn as¬ sured. Band; Clubs: Boys’, Letter; Base¬ ball Team (Manager). 30 . 4 IRMA GOLD Irm” . . . jovial personality and convivial smile . . . intense interest in music . . . always willing to lend a hand . . . plans to be a lab technician or physical therapist. Clubs: Booster, Spanish; Girls’ League; Jr. Waitress; Lookout Business Board; Honor Society; All-State Chorus; Choir. HOWARD GOLDBERG Howie” . . . ever-ready witty remark . . . quiet smile ... try to stop him from talking! . . . friendly . . . always gets along with fellow students . . . easy¬ going . . . famous last words: I came, I worked, I left!” Boys’ Club. STANLEY GOLDBERG Stan” ... a dashing” young man (in a hurry, that is!) . . . never a dull moment . . . thrives on models (ships and planes!) . . . wants to work with figures (mathematical ones)! Boys’ Club. ROBERT GOLDEN Bob” . . . little man with big ideas . . . uncontrollable hair and boyish grin . . . conscientious and ambitious . . . fast and furious on the tennis court . . . striving for success. Boys’ Club; F. P. A. (Ex. Board); Tennis Team. BURT GOLDMAN Burt . . . the greatest! . . finely-chiseled features, tremend¬ ous build, and athletic ability — wow! . . . lackadaisical manner . . . hates to admit natural-born genius! . . . would give the shirt off his back . . . the best to the Best”! Boys’ Club; Portal Business Board; Chairman Senior Banquet. PEARL GOLDMAN Pearl . . . truly a gem! . . . the silent type .... a teacher’s delight . . . ready and willing helper . . . generous smile . . . enjoys good books and reads a great deal ... a sincere and valued friend. Girls’ League. JOANNE GOLDSMITH Jody” . . . jeepers, catch those beautiful, blue peepers! . . . cute kid with a sweet disposition . . . a fabulous collection of striking charms . . . friends galore . . . very versatile . . . college ahead. Booster Club; F. P. A.; Girls’ League; Lookout Business Board. IRWIN GOLDSTEIN Irr” . . . inquisitive and good- natured guy . . . enjoys an eve¬ ning out dancing with the wom¬ en (quite talented, too!) ... a riotous rogue! ... a captivating conversationalist . . . lots of luck! Clubs: Art-Crafts, Boys’. BEVERLY GOODMAN Bev” . . . cute, petite miss . . . possesses crystal blue eyes . . . nonchalant and independent . . . always seems dazed . . . doesn’t say much, but knows a lot! . . . plans Florence Nightin¬ gale career! Girls’ League. ADELLE GORDON Red” . . . good-natured . . . full of fun . . . her carrot-top gets many a second glance! ... a pro” with the accordion . . . favorite hobby: dates”! ... fu¬ ture executive secretary. Clubs: Booster, Business, F. P. A.; Jr. Prom Committee; Lookout Business Board; Honor Society. LEONARD GREENBAUM GLORIA GORDON Goldie” . . . happy-go-lucky! . . . usually seen talking or gig¬ gling . . . quick-witted ... a ready smile and warm personali¬ ty .. . will make a good secre¬ tary! Business Club; Girls’ League; Lookout Business Board. JAMES GOTHERS Jim” . . . reserved but swell! . . . views the world from under his car! . . . always sporting a friendly grin . . . quiet determi¬ nation ... a host of friends. . . plans college. Boys’ Club. TINA GRASSO Sunny smile and flashing eyes . . . well liked . . . plenty of school spirit . . . actions speak louder than words’’ . . . plans for future — private secretary . . . Teen ' s” sparkling personality and mild manner will win her happiness. Cheerleader; Girls’ League; Jr. Prom Committee; Leader Corps; Student Council; Honor Society. CATHERINE GREEN Never at a loss for words . . . very popular with the English teachers? . . . not only talks but sings and dances too! . . . defi¬ nite philosophy of life . . . Cat’s” a future social worker . . . unselfish generosity will be of invaluable assistance. Girls’ League. ARLINE GREENBAUM Arline . . . proof that good things come in small packages . . . taciturn but determined . . . known for short bob and big brown eyes . . . sugar is sweet” . . . plans career as dental hy¬ gienist. Clubs. F. P. A., Latin; Girls’ League; Jr. Prom Committee; Lookout Proof Reader; Honor Society. Lenny” . . . boy with a varie¬ ty of interests . . . always seen cruising along in his hot rod” . . . real ham” (radio enthusiast, of course)!! . . . future in medi¬ cine . . . will reach his goal! Boys’ Club. JOYCE GREENBERG Ponytail” . . . earned her nickname from her intriguing” hairdo (temptation!) . . . friend¬ ly and flirtatious . . . peppy and personable . . . constant chatter comes from her corner! ... here’s to a hopeful Clara Barton! F. P. A.; Girls’ League; Quill and Scroll; Jr. Prom Committee; Lookout Business Manager; Por¬ tal Business Board; Student Coun¬ cil. SANDRA GREENBERG Sandy” . . . only silent when sleeping! . . . friendliness un¬ limited . . . heart of pure gold . . . spontaneous humor brightens any conversation . . . definitely added cheer to each Weaver year! Clubs: Jr. Red Cross, F. P. A.; Girls’ League; Lookout Business Board. HERBERT GRIMES Hippo” . . . one of Weaver’s heavyweights . . . pleasant, af¬ fable person with ready smile and keen sense of humor . . . hopes to become a pharmacist. Boys’ Club. ROSLYN GUBERMAN Rossie” . . . always neat, from head to feet . . . efficient little worker ... a quiet, but warm smile . . . will be a welcomed ad¬ dition at Bryant College. Clubs: Booster, Business; Girls’ League; Portal Typist. PATRICIA GUZZO DANIEL HAYES Guz . . . dynamic personali¬ ty .. . constant laughter and small talk . . . active and loyal Green Team supporter . . . commands attention . . . Weaver’s loss is the business world ' s gain! Girls ' League; Jr. Red Cross. LOIS HACK Lo” ... a hard little worker with a nose for news ... a de¬ voted friend and eager Beaverite . . . always a neat showing . . . a studious gal . . . definitely col¬ lege material! Clubs: Booster, Business, Jr. Red Cross; Girls’ League; Honor So¬ ciety; Jr. Waitress; Lookout Busi¬ ness Board; Student Council. CLAIRE HALL Chico” . . . cute girl with a pretty smile . . . whiz at the sewing machine, her favorite pastime . . . real sports enthusi¬ ast .. . plans for the future — home economics” (as a perfect housewife, natch!) Girls’ League. EARL HAMEL, JR. Johnny Dark” . . . tall, hus¬ ky .. . blond hair and a winning smile . . . shy with the ladies . . . full of fun and fancy free . . . loves to tinker with cars . . . eyeing green stuff” for an easy-living future! Boys’ Club. VIOLA HATCHETT Sisso” ... an adorable pixie abounding with ambition . . . excellent dancer . . . active in school affairs . . . anticipates col¬ lege and a career . . . sure to succeed in whatsver she does! Clubs: F. P. A., Jr. Red Cross; Lookout Advertising Board; Look¬ out Typist. Danny . . . one of the great¬ est .. . full of fun . . . avid in¬ terest in sports . . . nice to have around . . . but not when selling tickets! ... a good-looking lad with a tremendous personality! Clubs: Boys’, Letter; Leader Corps; Teams: Cross-Country (Capt.), Track. GAIL HELFONT Gay . . . lives up to her name! . . . something sparkles on her left hand . . . warm-heart¬ ed and sincere friend . . . lovely face and figure to match . . . sunny and sweet . . . disposition can’t be beat! F. P. A.; Girls’ League. SHEILA HERSHENOW Sheel” . . . oh, that giggle! . . . a friend to all . . . sincere and good-natured . . . blase and lackadaisical . . loves popular music and reading . . . college will claim Sheila next fall. Clubs: F. P. A., Jr. Red Cross; Girls’ League; Lookout Adver¬ tising Board. CHARLES HICKS Charlie” . . . tall, well man¬ nered, and inclined to be some¬ what reticent . . . always punc¬ tual . . . usually seen around Wea¬ ver at 8:15! . . . no special Great Expectations” . . . just plans to graduate (great idea!) Boys’ Club. BEVERLY HILL Chip . . . amiable manner . . . playing piano and drawing top her interests . . . plans to work as telephone operator (Numbah, ple-ase?) ... a gen¬ uine asset to the business world . . . a lively and energetic miss! Choir; Girls’ League. ■o-i : p ■ V ) SAMUEL HIMELSTEIN MARY HORAN Sam” . . . tall, dark guy with a friendly grin . . . whiz on any dance floor . . . plays a wild sax . . . tennis, anyone? . . . Weaver’s thrifty fellow . . . future doctor. Bands: All-State, Weaver; Clubs: Boys’, F. P. A., Latin; Teams: Tennis, Track; Honor Society. TEMMA HIMELSTEIN Tem” . . . attractive figure and stunning clothes, some com¬ bination! . . . personality radi¬ ates life . . . gay, giggling, and good-natured . . . usually ac¬ companied by Mr. Music” . . . diplomatic and gracious ... in¬ telligence plus ambition . . . Tern ' s” truly terrific! Clubs: F. P. A. (Vice-Pres.), Latin; Girls’ League; Jr. Prom Committee; Jr. Waitress; Portal Business Board; Student Council; Honor Society; Class Treas. DONALD HIRSCHFELD Toby” . . . Don Juan” with flaming hair . . . witty, wise, and whimsical . . . noted for that mis¬ chievous grin . . . dynamite on wheels . . . always ready to ex¬ press his opinion . . . civil en¬ gineering is Red’s” future. Choir; Clubs: Boys’, F. P. A., Glee. NANCY HOLLOWAY Nan” . . . slender and smil¬ ing . . . simply adores dancing (Bop?) . . . two years of Latin — (enough is enough!) . . . good-natured and easy-going . . . bound for a business career. Girls’ League. SHIRLEY HOLLOWAY Shirl” . . . avid fan at all the games . . . her letters keep the post office in business! . . . flashing smile coupled with glow¬ ing personality . . . college in¬ cluded in future plans. Clubs: Booster, F. P. A., Jr. Red Cross; Girls’ League. Mar” . . . developed those curves in the gym . . . great ath¬ letic aptitude ... an exuberant and popular chick . . . sparkling eyes and flashing smile ... al¬ ways welcome everywhere . . . will catch the Florida Special! Girls’ League. BEVERLY HORN Bev” . . . neat appearance . . . amiable and efficient . . . rather shy, and modest, too . . . a bright and energetic student . . . tall and slender . . . two fa¬ vorite diversions: records and children . . . plans kindergarten after college! Clubs: F. P. A., Jr. Red Cross; Girls’ League; Lookout Editorial Board. HELEN HORNISH Helen . . . sincerity combined with friendliness . . . slightly terrific in sports ... an animal lover (lucky dogs!) . . . a steadfast friend . . . takes class¬ es nonchalantly . . . another hos¬ pital recruit. Girls’ League. CHARLES HOWARD Charlie, my boy” . . . tall, cute, and so-o smooth ... an ambitious guy . . . interested in music . . . can really tickle the ivories! . . . plans to become a concert pianist . . . we’ll see you at Carnegie! Clubs: Boys’, Glee; Inter-High Choir. FRANCES HOWES Frannie” . . . clever in the culinary arts! . . . travels in a world of her own . . . manipu¬ lates the eighty-eight (and how!) . . . capable and congenial. Business Club; Girls’ League; Leader Corps. SUSAN HUNT Suzie” (Q?) . . . loads of pep and a contagious personality . . . her giggle still echoes in Weaver’s halls . . . much ability and matching modesty ... es¬ pecially talented on the gym floor . . . good practice for a future Phys. Ed. instructor. Girls’ League; Glee Club. NELLIE HUNTER Nell” . . . Little Things Mean a Lot” ... a tiny girl with a big smile . . . favorite pas¬ times: cooking and dancing . . . success in the business world guaranteed by her friendly man¬ ner and pleasant appearance. Girls’ League. MYRON HURWITZ The good humor man” . . . curly hair and good looks fan the flame of females’ affections . . . influential Beaver ... if friendli¬ ness were electricity, Mo’s” our dynamo! . . . future” stop: city hospital. Clubs: Boys’, Letter; Honor So¬ ciety; Jr. City Council; Jr. Prom Committee; Jr. Usher; Portal Ed¬ itor; Student Council; Tennis Team (Capt.); Class Orator; Silverman Prize; Bands: All- City, All-State, Weaver. PATRICIA JACKSON Pat” . . . the slim, model-type . . . neat dresser . . . ardent mem¬ ber of the green” team . . . sparkling personality . . . fun to be with ... a favorite with both sexes . . . someone’s future Girl Friday.” Business Club; Girls’ League. SARAH JACKSON Chatterbox” . . . (hmmm?) . . . voted president of the Be Good in Gym” club!! . . . Everytime it rains, I think of you”-! . . . silly and lov¬ able ... a certain sailor keeps her at sea! Girls’ League. VIRGIL JACKSON Little Man” . . . but, oh boy! . . . full of pep ... a well liked guy . . . friendly nature . . ac¬ tive sports addict . . . aspiring champ” of the boxing world. Boys’ Club; Leader Corps; Stu¬ dent Council. ROBERT JACOBSON Jake” ... a good guy . . . likeable and quiet manner . . . plays a torrid trumpet . . . en¬ joys the outdoors ... a hunting and fishing enthusiast . . . plans to attend agricultural school aft¬ er serving with the Navy. Boys’ Club; Football Team. SYMETH JAINCHILL Symie” . . . tall and attrac¬ tive with midnight in her hair . . . friendly personality and cheerful disposition ... a hap¬ py-go-lucky lady known for her ready laugh . . . hopes to be sec¬ retary to some handsome doctor (hmmm!) Girls’ League; Lookout Typist. THEODORE JEFFERSON Fat” . . . good-looking Casa¬ nova . . . usually sports sharp clothes and a flashing smile . . . always good for. a laugh . . . led Weaver’s basketball team to glory . . . one of the top 500” . . . college coming up! Clubs: Boys’, Letter; Basketball Team; Class Marshal. HENRY JENNINGS Hot-Rod Hank” ... a suit¬ able title for this active lad . . . always ready with a friendly word . . . hunting and swim¬ ming included among his fa¬ vorite interests . . . T. C. C. be¬ ware! Basketball Team (Manager); Clubs: Boys’, Letter. ■ BARBARA JOHNSON Babs” . . . popular, poised, and personable, wow! . . . live¬ ly disposition keeps everyone on his toes . . . active in school affairs . . . never missed a bas¬ ketball game . . . known for cute cut bangs and J. C. C. speeches. F. P. A.; Girls’ League (Sec.); J. C. C.; Jr. Prom Committee; Jr. Red Cross; Student Council. JANETTE JOHNSTONE J. J.” . . . rosy complexion, soft hair . . . pleasing personali¬ ty ... a ready volunteer . . . enjoys baking, If I only knew how! . . . favorite tune: Joey ! . . . intelligence, plus ... a smile for all. F. P. A; Girls’ League; Honor So¬ ciety; Leader Corps (Sec.); Stu¬ dent Council; Class Essayist; Vale¬ dictorian. CELIE JONES Talent, personality, and Bright Eyes,’’ all in one . . . staunch sup¬ porter of our football and bas¬ ketball teams ... a busy Beaver musically inclined . . . future ex¬ ecutive secretary. Clubs: Business, Glee; Choir; Inter-High Choir. JOHN JONES Trinny . . . always has more jokes than Red Buttons and more to say than Arthur Godfrey! . . . real sports enthusiast . . . frequents the basketball courts in summer, and the gym in win¬ ter. Boys’ Club; Cross-Country Team. MYRTLE JONES Myrt . . . mixed easily with students and teachers alike . . . quiet and friendly . . . interest¬ ed in art and art school . . . ac¬ tive in sports . . . very coopera¬ tive. Art-Crafts Club; Girls ' League. RAYMOND JONES Not too talkative, but always made his presence known ... a regular guy,” popular with all the fellows . . . perfect example of how not to study in the li¬ brary. (Tch! Tch!) Boys’ Club. REZELLA JONES Zella . . . sweet, quiet, sin¬ cere . . . pleasant person to have around . . . enthusiastic basket¬ ball fan! . . . cheered for Weaver at every game . . . future plans include permanents and finger waves. Girls’ League. RONALD JONES Pace” . . . earned his name on the gridiron . . . also a real hoopster . . . happy-go-lucky and full of the devil ... a hearty greeting for all . . . col¬ lege in sight. Clubs: Boys’, Letter; Student Council; Teams: Baseball, Bas¬ ketball, Football. ARNOLD KAHAN Arnie” ... a ready smile and a swell personality included among his many assets . . . good looks admired by all, especially the women! . . . sincere friend and a good sport.” Basketball Team; Boys’ Club; F. P. A.; Jr. Prom Committee; Lookout Sports Editor; Student Council. BONNIE KARP Bon” . . . package of pep, en¬ thusiasm, and excitement . . . game to try anything once! . . . never a dull moment when Bon¬ nie’s around! . . . frank and de¬ termined . . . contagious giggle upset many a class . . . plans college. F. P. A.; Girls’ League; Jr. Red Cross. 36 RONALD KLEIN ANNETTE KATZ Ann” . . . reserved, quiet, and nice . . . prefers to remain in the background . . . wonder what’s behind that thoughtful expression? . . . enjoys singing . . . plans to be a medical secre¬ tary . . felt Weaver was in¬ spiring fun!” Clubs: Business, F. P. A.; Girls ' League; Jr. Red Cross; Lookout Typist. LAURENCE KEDES Mixed Up” personality and frank disposition make Larry” a popular guy . . . majors in impish antics ... a girl in every port . . . leadership quali¬ ties combined with superior in¬ telligence . . . successful Look¬ out chief.” Clubs: Boys ' , Chess, Dramatic, Letter, F. P. A.; Lookout Editor- in-Chief; Projection Squad; Hon¬ or Society; Quill and Scroll. BARTHOLOMEW KELLY ' Kell” . . . cute, quiet, and nonchalant . . . wide, cheerful grin animates a freckled face . . . a long and lanky guy . . . terror of the Driver Ed. class! . . . eager sports fan . . . best of luck, Bart”! Boys ' Club. RALPH KENNEDY Outdoor type as displayed by his love of hunting and fishing . . . seems to be quiet and unas¬ suming but a little prying opens him up . . . future in blueprints. Boys’ Club; Leader Corps. JOHN KILGOUR Jackie” . . . quiet but friend¬ ly .. . crew-cut tops off a good- natured grin . . . slim and easy¬ going ... a regular guy! ... fa¬ vorite pastime — collecting de¬ merits! Boys ' Club. ’Ron” . . . connoisseur of the weaker sex . . . sharp dresser . . . constantly combing those con¬ tumacious curls!! . . . loaded with Dersonality and pep . . . cuts quite a figure on the dance floor . . . usually seen sneezing! . . . future? — success! Choir; Choraliers; Clubs: Boys’, F. P. A., Glee, Spanish; Jr. Ush¬ er; Lookout Advertising Staff; Student Council. NATALIE KOLBIN Nat” . . . has wonderful gift of gab! . . . always rushing and being rushed by activities, males, and music . . . energetic and lively . . . wants to teach ele¬ mentary school (those lucky kids!) Choirs: Inter-High, Weaver; E. P. A.; Girls’ League; Portal Business Board. ROSLYN KRASNER Roni” . . . fiery red-head, ex¬ ploding with pep, personality, and determination . . . dancing in her blood! . . . great sense of humor . . . amazing magic for¬ mula B-” keeps her sparkling! . . . anticipates legal secretarial career. Clubs: Art-Crafts, F. P. A., Spanish (Vice-Pres.); Leader Corps; Girls’ League; Jr. Wait¬ ress; Lookout Typist; Portal Board. ALAN KRASNOW Al” ... a Beavercat” of Weaver Night” fame . . . mad about jive . . . UConn’s phar¬ macy school his next stop . . . years at Weaver were crazy”! Bands: All-City, All-State, Wea¬ ver; Boys’ Club; Orchestra. VICTOR KRAVITZ Flounder” . . . husky, good- natured, affable . . . sharp wit and contagious laugh . . . drives a classy convertible . . . one of the elite on Weaver’s gridiron . . . should coach many teams to glory. Band; Clubs: Boys’, (Treas.); Tennis Team. Letter, PQ2ULAR MARY LANE FRANK KRIVANEC Good-natured and amiable . . . a smile for everyone . . . skating rates high in his interests ... a willing and helpful friend . . . college bound. Boys ' Club. NANCY KURLAND Nan . . . cute, dark-haired Earth Angel” . . . sweet as the sounds from the strings of her harp . . . possesses a quiet dis¬ position . . . sincere, studious . . . knows where she’s going . . . plans six years of college (!) — to become a psychiatric social worker. Clubs: F. P. A., Latin; Girls’ League; Quill and Scroll; Look¬ out Proof Reader; Orchestra; Honor Society. IRVIN KURTZMAN Irv” or Kurtzy’’, take your pick! . . . either way he’s still Weaver’s Wise Guy” . . . one of the boys . . . usually eye¬ ing damsels! . . . constantly craving sleep, food, and more food! . . . thought Weaver the most,” but won’t soon forget those swinging doors. Clubs: Boys’, Chess. BETTE LAMSON Bet” ... as sparkling as champagne and just as giddy . . . . . love those freckles! . . . always in a hurry ... a cute trick with an enthusiastic per¬ sonality . . . cheery, no matter what! ... an aspiring medical secretary. Clubs: F. P. A, Spanish (Treas.); Girls’ League; Portal Business Board; Student Council. JAMES LANE, JR. Brother” . . . one of the ’’coolest” breezes aboard our Showboat! . . . takes life easy . . . never kills himself doing anything!! . . . another of the strong silent type . . . interested in sports. Boys’ Club. Rem” . . . nice to look at, swell to know ... at ease at the easel (quite talented!) . . . usually glowing with a smile . . . best of luck in the future! Girls’ League. PATRICIA LaPENTA Pat” . . . active and attractive . . . highly seasoned personality . . . always laughing and smil¬ ing! . . . forever busy with school affairs . . . close to the Blue Team and a certain some¬ body at Worcester! Cheerleader; Leader Corps; Girls’ League (Vice-Pres.); Glee Club; Jr. Prom Committee (Co-Chair¬ man) . VERA LAUREANO Vera . . . known for her punc¬ tuality . . . (always made the 8:27 bell!) . . . full of mischief . . . Ole! the Toreador! . . . collects quite a few (pictures, i.e.!!) . . . ambition? lady bull¬ fighter? no, marriage and a family! Girls’ League. HARVEY LERMAN Harvard” . . . enjoys a host” of scientific hobbies . . . come back, little Amoeba! . . . reor¬ ganized the Weaver Chess Club . . . plans include college . . . thought Weaver very interest¬ ing” . . . Weaver thought the same about Harvey! Clubs: Boys’, Chess (Pres.), Glee; Choir; Honor Society. REBA LEVIN “Ree” . . . pretty as a rose . . . a living doll! . . . diminu¬ tive size but excessive intelli¬ gence . . . delicate and demure . . . neat as a pin . . . quintes¬ sence of sweetness and sincerity . . . attracts many a masculine eye! Clubs: Art-Crafts, Glee, F. P. A.; Girls’ League; Jr. Prom Commit¬ tee; Lookout Typist; Honor So¬ ciety; Portal Business Board. IRWIN LIPTON JEROME MALITZ Lip . . . outstanding charac¬ ter .. . how’s the air up there? . . . shy and quiet ’til you know him! . . . enjoys basketball and baseball . . . plans attendance at a Southern college . . . study¬ ing to be a Southern gen’le- man?”! Boys’ Club. LOIS LONG Loki” . . . glamour poise . . . fiery young lady with a will of her own . . .conscientious in all un¬ dertakings . . . attractive, well- dressed . . . loves sports (not just from the side-lines!) . . . a well liked, good humorist! Clubs: Dramatic (Vice-Pres.), F. P. A.; Jr. Red Cross (Treas.); Girls’ League; J. C. C. ; Jr. Waitress; Leader Corps; Portal Board; Honor Society; Class His¬ torian. THOMAS MADDEN Parry” . . . Weaver’s indis¬ pensable man . . . favorite pas¬ time — collecting people” (!?) ... slightly nuts” about the Giants and sports cars! . . . an all-around athlete ... re¬ nowned for that oh so bewildered look! . . . cute . . . here’s loads of luck! Clubs: Boys’, Letter; Projection Squad; Student Council; Teams: Football, Track. CHARLES MAGUIRE Mac” . . . blond and muscular . . . the daring young man on the flying trapeze” . . . funny jokes and devilish pranks his specialties — wants to teach Physical Ed. Boys’ Club; Leader Corps. BARBARA MAGALDI Bobbi” . . . more bounce to the ounce . . . mischief-making minx ... a tempest of fun! . . . always buzzing with vital” gos¬ sip . . . prominent figure in girls’ sports . . . likes music . . . hopes to sing professionally. Girls’ League. Jerry” . . . the mad” scien¬ tist . . . developed that physique by weight-lifting! . . . famous for his corny cracks and kosher kapers” . . . enjoys juicy science fiction . . . will joke his way to success. Boys’ Club. JUDITH MALLEY Judy” . . . charming person¬ ality, tempered with sweet dis¬ position . . . piano prodigy . . . talented fingers invariably bring down the house! . . . attractive clothes accentuate the positive . . . much admired by stronger sex . . . all-around abilities spell success. Choir (Accompanist); Choraliers; F. P. A.; Girls’ League; Glee Club; Inter-High Choir; Orches¬ tra; Portal Business Board; Stu¬ dent Council; Honor Society. CATHERINE MARONE Cathy” . . . sandy hair fram¬ ing soft eyes ... a ready smile and talkative nature . . . pleasant personality . . . lovely, lilting voice . . . something to entertain her lucky patients at St. Francis’. Choir; Girls’ League; Glee Club; F. P. A.; Inter-High; Lookout Typist; Jr. Red Cross. Patricia McCarthy Pat” . . . loyal Weaverite . . . full of vitality . . . never minus chatter or laughter . . . liked by all . . . friendly smile sends a message of inner happiness. Business Club; Girls’ League. JOHN McMAHON Jack” . . . mild-mannered young man with a friendly out¬ look on life . . . peppy polka dancer . . . aye, an’ a true bit of old Erin” . . . definitely enjoy¬ able!” Boys’ Club. 41 GERALD McTEAGUE Mac . . . class comedian .. . a natural riot!” . . . terror in school and out . . . teachers’ pet? . . . magnetic personality . . . talks his way out of any situation (just talks, period!) . . . stands out in a crowd. Boys’ Club; Class Prophet. DONALD MIKKELSON Micky . . . quiet and unas¬ suming ... a great baseball and basketball rooter . . . ocean bound with the Navy after Grad day . . . tall and fair¬ haired ... a friendly and well liked lad. Boys’ Club. ROBERT MIKULSKE Bronko . . . tall, handsome, and husky . . . cause of many a feminine flutter . . . high on the popularity list . . . got a great kick out of Weaver’s football team! . . . will really go places!! Clubs: Boys’, Letter; Teams: Baseball, Football (Co-Capt.) ALICE MILLER Al” ... a pretty lass with a quiet manner . . . brightened the cabins of our Showboat ... fa¬ vorite pastimes include cooking and T.V. . . . future plans a college education. Choir; Girls’ League. MURIEL MITCHELL Mur . . . staunch supporter of the Blue Team . . . takes spe¬ cial delight in dancing ... ' I want to go on a shopping spree! . . . friendly, pleasing smile . . . seemed to go for that ’54 basket¬ ball team . . . hmm! Girls’ League. EDWARD MOORE Ed . . . one of the coolest” and the smoothest ... a reg¬ ular Romeo . . . can be relied upon for a cute quip at the most appropriate times . . . mad about money (who isn’t!) Boys’ Club. GLORIA MOORE Gloria . . . lovely face light¬ ed by a beguiling smile . . . soft-spoken manner . . . Texas’ loss is Weaver’s gain . . . ev¬ eryone’s always in such a hurry! . . . forever neat . . . tomorrow ' s Angel of Mercy.” Girls’ League. GLORIA MORRIS Glor” . . . Weaver whistle bait! . . . long, dark tresses, big brown eyes, curvacious figure .. . captivating smile displays envia¬ ble dimples . . . zest for life . . . packed with school spirit . . . smooth dancer . . . versatility and charm. Cheerleader (Capt.); Dancing Dolls; Girls’ League; Goodwill” Chairman; Leader Corps; Student Council (Sec.); Sec. A. A. ANASTASIA MOSHOVOS Anna” . . . little spitfire! . . . strictly inflammable! . . . adora¬ ble! happy smile, beautiful eyes . . . can’t keep her down! . . . little, but carries a lot of weight in school activities . . . full of fun, always! .... popularity plus! Business Club (V.-Pres.); Cheer¬ leader; Dancing Dolls; Girls’ League (Pres.); Honor Society; Jr. Prom Committee; Jr. Faculty Tea (Co-Chairman); Jr. Waitress; Leader Corps; Student Council; Prophetess. WILLIAM MURRAY Dovit” . . . handy fellow to have around ... a shy guy . . . clever at shipbuilding and metal work . . . enthusiastic basketball fan! . . . future predicts excel¬ lent machine operator Boys’ Club. BILLIE NEWSOME Newtt” . . . and she’s cute . . . peppy and full of fun . . . oh, that devilish twinkle in her eyes! . . . good-natured gal . . . as popular with guys as honey with bees! Dramatic Club; Girls’ League. CONSTANTINE NICHOLSON Gus” . . . dark, Spanish type . . . sports fanatic . . . flashing smile . . . big interest in tropical fish . . . ' nother shutterbug . . . terrific senior year addition to Weaver. ROBERT NIELSEN Ben” ... an asset to the redhead association’’ . . . quick smile and great sense of humor . . . enjoys hunting and fishing . . . . Weaver’s contribution to the baseball world!! . . . plans include college. Clubs: Boys’, Letter; Student Council; Teams: Baseball, Foot¬ ball. THOMAS NOBILE Tom” . . . friendly and frank . . . always ready for a good time . . . swell personality makes him popular with everyone . . . ter¬ rific sport and a real pro” on the gridiron . . . best of luck, Tom”! Clubs: Boys’, Letter; Football Team. BRUCE O’NEILL Bruce ... so quiet but so nice! . . . good-looking lad with mischievous twinkle . . . likes sports and is one! . . . pleasant disposition means future success! Clubs: Boys’, Letter; Leader Corps; Track Team. HARRIET OSTER Har . . . one of Weaver’s steady Honor Roll members . . . known for her interesting poetry . . . quiet, sincere, sweet . . . destined to be a hit in any field! ' ' Business Club (PreS.); Girls’ League; Honor Society; Jr. Wait¬ ress; Student Council. CARRIE OWENS Carrie Lee” ... a serious student . . . gal with a green thumb” ... at home in a kitch¬ en .. . newcomer to Weaver but learned ropes fast! . . . future? school teaching! Girls’ League. ETHEL PAHUSKIN One of Weaver’s top fashion- plates . . . friendly and likeable . . . dancing, reading, and sew¬ ing rate high . . . (men a little higher, perhaps?) . . . should make a competent executive sec¬ retary. Clubs: Booster, Business, F. P. A.; Girls’ League; Jr Red Cross. CLAUDIO PANE Claude” . . . diminutive in size, but not in friendliness . . . quiet fellow, but still water runs deep” . . . enthusiastic about hot rods . . . future? vacation” with Uncle Sam. Boys’ Club. HERBERT PARADY Herb” ... a swell guy . . . vibrant personality . . . love those blue eyes! . . . extremely active in church and Junior Achieve¬ ment . . . plans to own Caddy convertible someday! . . . will work ’til drafted! Clubs: Boys’, Letter; Track Team. T 43 MARLENE PATITUCCI Micki” . . . dark, vivacious brunette . . . has captured many a boy ' s heart . . . ready and flirtatious smile ... a game gal with plenty of drive . . . thought Weaver the greatest!” Business Club; Girls ' League; Leader Corps. JOHN PELUSO Johnnie” . . . little man, but wowd . . . jet-black hair, laugh¬ ing eyes, and a contagious grin . . . travels at a fast and furious pace . . . sharp wit, sharp dress¬ er, sharp! Boys ' Club. ROBERT PETERS Pete” ... a terrific kid with a personality to match . . . has great interest in sports, cars, and polkas! . . . loads of fun to be with . . . future wardrobe — bell-bottom trousers! Boys ' Club; Football Team. ANTHONY PHILLIPS Tony” ... a real smoothie” . .. nice-looking . . . keen sports lov¬ er .. . active and passive! . . . cool clothes on a cool kid!” . . . special interest in feminine half . . . good luck to a fabulous guy! Clubs: Boys’, Letter; Teams: Baseball, Basketball. PETER PIACENTA Pete” ... or better Petite Pete ! . . . silent and studious .. . inclined to be reserved . . . has special smile for special people! . . . swell example of good things come in small packages!” Boys ' Club. FLORENCE PIRO Flo” ... a great kid . . . pleasant disposition . . . always rooting for Weaver’s teams . . . that long brown hair! . . . smooth on the dance floor . . . plans a homemaking future! Clubs: Booster, Business; Girls’ League; Lookout Typist. SHIRLEY PITTMAN Pitt” ... a sweet gal with a friendly manner . . . just crazy” about dancing! . . . always ready for a frolic ... a nursing career is Pitt ' s” ambition ... a cheer¬ ful addition to any hospital! Clubs: Booster, F. P. A.; Jr. Red Cross; Girls’ League. ROBERT POLLACK Jumping Jim Pollard” . . . Weaver’s foremost funny man! . . . has witticisms for every sit¬ uation . . . shies away from the misses . . . lovable guy with in¬ fectious snicker . . . mad eye” for basketball . . . plans Physical Ed. career. Clubs: Boys’ (Treas.), Letter; Basketball Team. LEWIS PUGLIESE Lew” . . . congenial, crazy”, and carefree . . . continual grin and a hearty laugh . . . really en¬ joys living ... a heart as good as gold ... a gone” guy! Boys’ Club. DORIS RABINOVITZ Dor” . . . eye-catching blonde with a sm-oo-o-th complexion . . . known for a million-dollar wardrobe and her frank sincerity . . . sharp on speech making . . . loves tomatoes and a certain somebody! Clubs: Art-Crafts, Booster, F.P.A.; Jr. Red Cross; Girls’ League; Lookout Typist. —0 ... a HI RICHARD REILLY SHIRLEY RABINOWITZ Shirl” . . . blonde bombshell always ready for fun! . . . cute and spicy . . . especially appeal¬ ing to members of opposite sex! . . . mischievous, exciting . . . possesses lively personality . . . loads of luck. Business Club (Sec.); Girls’ League. TANIA RABINOWITZ Toby” . . . one of Weaver ' s beauties with a classy chassis . . . love those long, lovely locks! . . . unforgettable, contagious giggle . . . . bubbling over with vim, vigor, and vitality . , . always cheerful . . . well liked by all! Clubs: Booster, L. P. A.; Jr. Red Cross; Girls ' League; Lookout Typist. LEONARD RAVICH The Rock” . . . Weaver’s class clown (corny jokes his spe¬ cialty! ) ... marveled at the teach¬ ers who understood him! ... a coool” character . . . ready, will¬ ing and able (to dance, of course!) . . . luck to Len”, ev¬ erybody ' s friend. Boys ' Club. LUCIA REALE Lucy” . . . neat n’ nice . . . becoming smile . . . full of vim and zest ... a welcome addition to any scene . . . real hep on pop” tunes ... off to college after the Big Day.” Girls ' League; Leader Corps; Hon¬ or Society. CHARLES REGAN Charlie” . . . nice fellow and great to have around . . . husky, blond . . . quiet, until you get to know him! . . . friendly to everyone . . . loves sports . . . plans furthering his education. Clubs: Boys’, Letter; Teams: Baseball, Football. Richie” . . . likeable fellow . . . shy, quiet, and oh so nice! . . . outstanding in all sports . . . definitely an all-round guy! , . . great asset to Weaver’s spirit. . . plans to enter the service. Clubs: Boys’ (Vice-Pres.), Let¬ ter (Pres.); Teams: Baseball, Basketball, Football (Co-Capt.), Track; Pres. A. A.; Class Mar¬ shal. CAROLE ROBBINS Car” . . . quiet, pleasant at¬ titude . . . excels as a good lis¬ tener . . . loves interesting con¬ versations . . . active in many or¬ ganizations . . . looks forward to college future. Clubs: Art-Crafts, Jr. Red Cross; Girls’ League; Lookout Managing Editor. DAVID ROBBINS Dave” . . . better known as The Voice” . . . handsome, curly-haired . . . definitely pas¬ sion ' s playboy . . . versatile abili¬ ties and individual opinions . . . sharp wit and congenial friendli¬ ness form a radiant personality . . . a potential Rembrandt. Boys’ State; Clubs: Boys’, Letter; Jr. Prom Committee; Leader Corps (V.-Pres.); Portal Board; Student Council; Teams: Golf, Track (Co-Capt.); Chairman Re¬ ception Committee. GERALD ROISMAN Jerry” . . . tall and rugged, a handsome brute! ... no stran¬ ger to the fairer sex . . . hap¬ py-go-lucky and disarming . . . at home with a basketball . . . future in a courtroom (as a lawy¬ er, i.e.!) Clubs: Boys’, F. P. A.. (Ex. Board), Letter (Sec.); Honor So¬ ciety; Jr. Prom Committee; Jr. Usher; Portal Board; Student Council; Teams: Basketball, Golf. KATHRYN ROONEY Kathy” . . . lively package of personal ity . . . fun to be with and friendly to all ... a blonde, blue-eyed lass . . . one of Wea¬ ver’s top Boosters!” . . . enter¬ taining and capricious. Business Club (V.-Pres.); Girls’ League; Jr. Red Cross. 45 ROBERT ROONEY FELIX SASSANO Three cheers for the Irish! ... a tall guy with a quiet manner . . . usually attends to his own business . . . plans to join Un¬ cle Sam” . . . good luck, Bob!” Boys’ Club. SANDRA ROSENBAUM Sandy” . . . personality plus! cute, blonde charmer with brains . . . mischief under an innocent brown-eyed twinkle . . . melting smile . . . talents lie in art and writing . . . definitely an original individual! Band; Choir; Clubs: Art-Crafts, Boosters, F. P. A.; Girls’ League; Lookout Feature Editor; Honor Society. AUDREY ROSS Aud” . . . lovely peaches and cream complexion . . . don’t let her quiet manner fool you! . . . carefree, nonchalant . . . loves to be independent! . . . enjoys a good conversation . . . certain pin” points to marriage in the near future! Girls’ League. DELMAN SAILOR Pint-sized powerhouse . . . oh! that big sparkling smile!!! . . . usually seen but not heard,” ex¬ cept in tenor section of choir and glee club ... a man with hid¬ den talents.” Choirs: Inter-High, Choir; Clubs: Boys’, Glee. GERMAINE ST. LAURENT Gerry” . . . the gal who’s al¬ ways laughing . . . pleasant, per¬ sonable, and popular . . . pretty as a picture . . . Queen” of many a boy’s heart . . . definitely a busy Beaver! Booster Club (Pres.); Girls’ League; Leader Corps (Pres.); Jr. Red Cross; Portal Business Board; Student Council. Jerry” . . . chap with the built-in beard!! . . . possessor of a fine bass voice . . . usually seen in Chem lab . . . who will ever forget that laugh and satirical hu¬ mor . . . plans include college and dentistry. Choirs: All-State, Choir, Inter- High; Clubs: Boys’, Dramatic, Glee; Portal Board. LAURA SAUNDERS Laurie” . . . pleasant and sin¬ cere . . . kind-hearted and gentle . . . would do favors for anyone . . . keeps quietly to own affairs . . . great talent in singing . . . rates the best! Choirs: All-State, Choir; Girls’ League; Glee Club. EARLE SCHALLER Tall, blond, and husky . . . Mr. Music” in person . . . T. L. H.’s private chauffeur . . . an electric smile ... a generous and friendly disposition . . . aiming f v an engineering career. Bands: All-State, Weaver; Boys’ Club; Portal Business Board. DANIEL SCHIAVONE Dan” . . . black hair, twin¬ kling, dark eyes, and a mis¬ chievous grin . . . definitely a heartthrob! . . . Casanova’s spe¬ cial agent to Weaver ... a reg¬ ular prankster! . . . sparkles” on the diamond . . . good luck to a terrific guy! Baseball Team; Boys’ Club. PATRICIA SCHIPONI Stinky” . . . newcomer to Wea¬ ver . . . made terrific impres¬ sion! . . . well liked, carefree, and good-natured . . . has spe¬ cial interest” in New York! ... plans to be an English teacher. Band; Girls’ League. GEORGE SCHOEN GEORGE SHEEHAN Sandy hair, blue eyes, and a captivating smile . . . likeable and unassuming ... an active sports enthusiast ... an easy¬ going guy with superior intelli¬ gence ... his blueprints for the future are in architectural fields. Choir; Clubs: Boys ' , Glee; Cross- Country Team; Orchestra; Hon¬ or Society. BERNICE SELLEN Bebe” ... a complete” Brain! . . . seems serious, but oh my! . . . loves to live it up” . . . dependable and sincere friend . . . one of Weaver’s women drivers! . . . hot rod” capacity 20 m.p.h.!! . . . future forecasts success. Choir; Clubs: Art-Crafts, Boost¬ er, Dramatic, F. P. A. (Sec.), Latin; Girls’ League; Honor So¬ ciety; Jr. Waitress; Lookout Typ¬ ist; Portal Board; Student Coun¬ cil; Salutatorian. CHRISTINE SHANNON Chris” . . . not too talkative, but still pleasant company . . . a skillful stitcher ... a busy homebody interested in reading and drawing . . . future disciple of Florence Nightingale! Girls’ League. ELINOR SHAPIRO Elch” . . . fascinating, flirta¬ tious . . . dancing eyes, flashing smile, and shapely figure rate a whistle anywhere . . . scintillating personality and lively intelligence . . . crazy, mixed-up kid” . . . magic touch with paint and brush . . . future? — featuring” success! Clubs: Art-Crafts, F. P. A.; Girls’ League; Honor Society; J. C. C.; Jr. Waitress; Portal Board; Student Council. LEONARD SHECHTER Lenny” . . . chief of Weaver’s argument society” . . . math teachers just love” this boy! . . . a science fiction addict . . . inquisitive nature and friendly disposition . . . plans for the fu¬ ture include engineering. Clubs: Chess, F. P. A.; Leader Corps. Personality with a capital P” . . . famous for his ready wit and infectious grin . . . rolled through Weaver as a Big Wheel!” . . . a guy you just can’t help liking! . . . future pediatrician. Clubs: Boys’ (Ex. Board), F. P. A., Glee; Honor Society; Jr. Prom Committee; Jr. Usher; Portal Business Manager; Stu¬ dent Council (Pres.) RHODA SHEINTOP Shiny” . . . never, never with¬ out something to say!! . . . full of bounce and pep . . . without her life might be dull . . . that rarin’ to go” attitude . . . catch those snappy, sparkling eyes! Girls’ League. ANITA SHOTTEN A nice kid with plenty on the ball . . . ready smile, catchy laugh . . . the gal with the per¬ fect speaking voice . . . capable and ambitious . . . soon will be a topnotch teacher. F. P. A.; Girls’ League. MYRNA SIEGEL Mert” ... a dark-haired lass with big-brown eyes . . . friend¬ ly personality . . . cheerful and easy-going ... a quick smile and good sense of humor . . . medi¬ cal secretary in the future. Girls’ League; Spanish Club. HOWARD SIMONS Howie” . . . enjoys life most with wine, women, and song”!! . . . pitches a smooth line . . . (school take a back seat!) . . . jack-of-all trades! . . . really a well liked guy. Boys’ Club. 47 ISRAEL STEIN JOHN SLAUENWHITE, JR. Sloggy” . . . nonchalant and easy-going . . . blond and good- looking (oh, those muscles!) ... one of Weaver’s stars’’ . . . en¬ joys talking with a Southern drawl . . . sports, a special hob¬ by, of course! . . . definitely one swell kid! Boys’ Club; Teams: Baseball, Football. HOWARD SMITH Howie Jay” . . . his inquisi¬ tive nature gave the faculty a rough time! . . . definitely an eye for the maidens . . . usually seen with a sheepish grin! . . . future live wire” (electrical en¬ gineer, we mean!) Band (Sec.); Clubs: Boys’, Cam¬ era; Jr. Usher; Orchestra; Pro¬ jection Squad. BEVERLY SNYDER Bev” . . . rich, red hair frames a pretty face (oh, those freckles!) . . . pep and person¬ ality plus sincerity and depend¬ ability ... an understanding na¬ ture and keen sense of humor have won ”Bev” many friends. Band (Treas.); Business Club; Girls’ League; Orchestra. JUDITH SOIFER Judy” . . . attractive miss with doll-like features . . . chic and unfailingly neat appearance . . . a bubbling laugh . . . that bright look of sunshine! ... a talented fashion designer. Clubs: Art-Crafts, F. P. A.; Girls’ League. RICHARD STAYMAN Dick, the Kid” . . . red hair and freckles . . . roller skates like a champ! . . . spare time spent meddling with model planes and boats . . . future up in the clouds (as a pilot, i.e.! ) Boys’ Club. Izzy” . . . blazing red hair with temper to match ... a winning grin, freckles galore! ... sets high standards for himself and others . . . terror of the ten¬ nis courts! . . . will serve hu¬ manity as a Rabbi. Clubs: Boys’, Letter, Spanish; Student Council; Tennis Team. MORTON STEIN Morty” . . . scholarly and fun- loving individual . . . plenty of ambition . . . does a lot but never talks about it . . . inter¬ ested in photography . . . plans include UConn and engineering. Clubs: Boys’, Camera, F. P. A.; Jr. Usher; Projection Squad; Stu¬ dent Council. BENNETT STONE Ben” . . . than zany” sense of humor . . . long long lashes and big, hazel eyes . . . baby face with an innocent (?) look . . . music: his hobby . . . women: his interest! . . . understanding and happy-go-lucky . . . success guaranteed. Bands: All-City, All-State, Wea¬ ver; Choir; Choraliers; Jr. Prom Committee; Clubs: Boys’, F. P. A. (Ex. Board), Glee, Spanish; Jr. Usher; Portal Board; Student Council. EILEEN STONE Rocky” . . . icy-blue eyes and curly locks . . . noted for frank and individual opinions . . . per¬ sonality galore! . . . usually seen talking! . . . algebra, her Nem¬ esis! . . . inquisitive nature en¬ livens dullest classes. F. P. A.; Girls’ League; Jr. Wait¬ ress; Lookout Associate Editor; Student Council. HARVEY STONE One of the boys . . . always ready with a laugh . . . his grin is his trademark . . . late for anything and almost everything . . personality and absurdity combined . . . college in store for Harv.” Boys’ Club; Track Team. ELLIOTT TERTES HAROLD STRASS Possessor of a keen interest for music, especially the long-hair¬ ed” type . . . reading musical scores and collecting records cap¬ ture his fancy . . . conscientious and industrious ... a strong de¬ sire to become a teacher! Boys’ Club; Honor Society. JOANNE SUNDIN Jo” . . . cute blonde with a trim figure . . . congenial dispo¬ sition . . . quiet and energetic . . . spare time spent writing let¬ ters (hummm!) . . . plans a fu¬ ture in secretarial work. Girls’ League. ROBERT SZAREK Bob” ... a letter man . . . husky, good-looking guy . . . methinks we detect shyness in that smile! . . . friendly and neat. .. knows how to enjoy life! Clubs: Boys’, Letter; Football Team. MICHAEL TAMAR EN Mike’’ . . . swell guy . . . tall and dark . . . natural gift of wit (one of Weaver’s comedians) . . . usually seen gabbing . . . an eager camera boy . . . plans to attend TV school. Boys’ Club. SAMUEL TELLAR Sammy” . . . contagious grin . . . displays fondest admiration for girls . . . studies—his Wa¬ terloo” ... a cool customer on the sax and clarinet . . . hopes to ripple the keys on an adding machine (as an accountant!) Bands: All-State, Weaver; Clubs: Boys’, Glee; Choir; Orchestra. A little package of atomic energy . . . wavy, black hair, winning grin, and personality no end . . . dark and roving eyes (watch out, girls!) . . . definite¬ ly mischievous! ... a good-na¬ tured and likeable guy! Choirs: Inter-High, Weaver; Cho- raliers; Clubs: Boys’, Glee, F. P. A.; Student Council. MILDRED TINE Millie . . . dark, attractive tresses frame a capitivating smile and flashing eyes . . . laughter, friendliness her trademarks . . . vivacious and charming ... all this and brains, too! . . . Vin- ny” rates high among her many interests! Clubs: Business, Glee; Cheerlead¬ er; Choraliers; Leader Corps; Girls’ League; Honor Society; In¬ ter-High Choir; Jr. Prom Com¬ mittee; Jr. Waitress; Student Council (Cor. Sec.) STEPHEN TURSHEN Boris” . . . mighty mite pack¬ ed with power . . . perpetual mo¬ tion personified . . . unruly, black hair and flirtatious glance unfail¬ ingly spell Devil” ... a gifted leader . . . the sky’s the limit for Steve” (in a plane, i.e.!) Boys’ Club; Portal Business Board. ARTHUR TUTTLE ”Bevo” . . . carefree fellow with subtle” humor . . . kept study hall teachers on their toes . . . tall and blond . . . sports cars — his weaknesses! . . . good luck in a successful future. Boys’ Club. MARILYNNE VANCE Lynne” . . . fluffy blondish hair . . . friendly personality and sweet disposition ... an original story teller . . . quiet, but you know she’s there! . . . mad about horses and art. Girls’ League. BARBARA WELLS ROBERT VOJNICH Bob” . . . tall, blond, and ummm! . . . cheerful disposition punctuated by a wise smile . . . quiet and unobtrusive fellow . . . definitely a sports-minded indi¬ vidual . . . neat dresser . . . fun- loving. Boys’ Club. SHIRLEY WALLACE Shirl” . . . quiet, but friendly . . . smart clothes . . . pleasing attitude and pleasant smile . . . seemed to enjoy both the work and play during the three big acts of her Weaver sojourn! Girls’ League. MYRICK WALTON Walt” . . . nice fellow, liked by all . . . one of our quieter classmates . . . takes special de¬ light in music, chiefly singing . . . enjoys sports . . . plans for future indefinite. Boys’ Club; Choirs: Inter-High, Weaver. ELIZABETH WEIDMAN Betty” ... a petite package of T.N.T. ... a little ray of sunshine . . . cute, captivating, and candid . . . ’’rarin’ to go” ... many a pulse will beat faster with Liz” taking the count! Clubs: Booster, F. P. A.; Leader Corps; Girls’ League; Honor So¬ ciety; Jr. Red Cross; Student Council. LEWIS WEINSTEIN Lew” . . . easily recognized by his curly, brown hair and even smile . . . winning personality and friendly manner . . . cer¬ tainly a Brain” . . . leisure time consumed by stamps, model planes, and sports . . . plans a future pulling teeth! Clubs: Boys’, F. P. A.; Honor So¬ ciety (Pres.) Bobbi” . . . pretty smile . . . pretty hair . . . that life is just a bowl of cherries” personality . . . a happy-go-lucky gal about Weaver . . . found school enjoy¬ able, especially the male students! Girls’ League. LORRAINE WEST Raine” . . . pretty face, figure, and fashions . . . loyal Weaver Five” fan . . . graceful and neat . . . fun to be with . . . shines in singing and skating ... fu¬ ture typist. Girls’ League. RICHARD WEST Dick” . . . tall, blond, and amiable . . . another stamp col¬ lector . . . particular weakness: cars! . . . frank personality, sin¬ cere attitude . . . Armed Forces probable fate . . . many friends . . . a real pal. Boys’ Club. THOMAS WHITE Tom” . . . blond and good- looking ... a rugged outdoors- man (careful, girls!) . . . genial and generous ... a conscientious and faithful J. A. member . . . tinkers with motors, from hot rods to stock cars . . . future me¬ chanical engineer. Boys’ Club. MARILYN WICKSTRAND Mar” ... a pretty girl is like a melody” . . . lovely ward¬ robe and a sunny disposition ... brightens any atmosphere . . . often seen with someone dark and handsome . . . Weaver ' s Queen.” Clubs: Booster, Business; Girls’ League; Portal Board. ALLEN ZELIGMAN SHIRLEY WIGGERS Shirl” . . . cute face, cute fig¬ ure, cute! . . . smart taste in clothes . . . never caught stand¬ ing still! ... a bright, engaging smile ... a perfect panic” . . . may soon be flying high as an airline hostess. Business Club; Girls’ League; Lookout Business Staff; Projec¬ tion Squad. DIANA WILLIS Dee” . . . always on the go . . . . enjoyable ... a vibrant smile that radiates friendliness . . . a chic dresser . . . full of Weaver spirit . . . competent typ¬ ist .. . headed for a secretarial career. Business Club; Girls’ League; Lookout Business Staff. NORMAN YOLISH Norm” . . . quiet but warm personality . . . usually seen but not heard ... a rabid car fan . . . spare time taken up by pho¬ tography . . . slept through most of his classes! . . . college career awaits. Boys’ Club. ”A1” . . . unruly thatch of brown hair and a perpetual grin . . . makes up in broad shoulders and brains what he lacks in size . . . noted for his swell kid” characteristics . . . aspiring pill pusher.” Basketball (Mgr.); Clubs: Boys’, Letter. JOHN ZITO Johnny” . . . tall, dark, and easy-going . . . singing voice rates star billing . . . sharp dress¬ er .. . talented guitar strummer . . . one-third of the King Trio . . . No Busin ess Like Show Business.” Boys’ Club. SCOTT BELYEA Scotty” ... a tall, blond out- doorsman . . . interested in Model A Fords and girls ... a genial and easy-going fellow . . . plans to join the Marines . . . good luck! Boys’ Club. RICHARD SOCHER Rich” ... a broad grin and a blond crew-cut . . . cute quip for ever occasion . . . strictly a ten¬ nis champ! . . . Dad’s ’37 and French almost killed him! ... a great future for a great guy! Boys’ Club; Tennis Team. SOLOMON BROWER Maxie” ... a carrot-topped devil in disguise! . . . behind those glasses — a studious look? . . . quite an assortment of T shirts and suspenders! ... fa¬ mous interpretations never fail to entertain . . . here’s a guy who’s really on his way! Boys’ Club. GEORGIE ZYLANZ Full of zip and zest! ... a quick laugh . . . cooperative with all ... a true and faithful Bea¬ ver . . . sings all cares away! Girls’ League. GWENDOLYN LITTMON Stinky” . . . (hunh!?) . . . a smart and sophisticated chick . . . fun-loving, too! . . . crazy ’bout clothes . . . possesses ex¬ cellent taste . . . popular with all . . . plans to see the world!” Girls’ League. MICHAEL POTENZA Po” . . . he-man type! . . . seldom heard but mighty in sports world . . . ace ball player for Beaver nine . . . books al¬ ways a burden! . . . watch out! — plans to be an officer of the law! Clubs: Boys’, Letter; Teams: Baseball, Football. Jfpp fESHs fill 1 l|®ff[ Jk ; lit ¥ I ifL - RPraKJr ! ir IIFP m 1 TR l -yjfflr; - s BmSI Imim, i i « 1 s 1 ait if. . ■ I 1 1 . ■ : ■ifx Ilf V Sm Lbs - Prayer - Dear God, Help me to be a sport in this little game of life. I don ' t ask for any place in the lineup; play me where you need me. I only ask for the stuff to give you a hundred per cent of what I’ve got. If all the hard drives come my way, I thank You for the compli¬ ment. Help me to remember that You won’t let anything come that You and I together can’t handle. And help me to take the bad breaks as part of the game. Help make me thankful for them. And, God, help me always to play on the square, no matter what the other players do. Help me to come clean. Help me to see that often the best part of the game is helping the other guys. Help me to be a ' regular fellow’ with the other players. Finally, God, if fate seems to uppercut me with both hands and I’m laid up on the shelf in sickness or old age, help me to take that as part of the game also. Help me not to whimper or squeal that the game was a frame-up or that I had a raw deal. When in the dusk I get the final bell, I ask for no lying, complimentary stones. I’d only like to know that You feel I’ve been a good guy.” —Chaplain’s Digest A hundred per cent of what I’ve got.” CROSS-COUNTRY TEAM Front row, left to right: Biederman, Littmon, Hayes (Co-Capt.), R. Murray (Co-Capt.), Clark, Alexander. 2nd row: Dixon, Rosen, Hester, Miller, Silverman, D. Murray. Back row: Freiberger, Mr. Aitken, Mr. Wilson. CROSS-COUNTRY The 1954 Weaver Cross-Country team had what can be termed a very successful season under Coach Ted Wilson. The Harriers split even in 4 dual meets, beating Bristol and East Hartford, but dropping close decisions to Woodrow Wilson and Middletown. Outstanding for the team were Co-Captains Dan Hayes and Bob Murray, Carl Littmon, Ron Beiderman, and Fred Clark. Bob Murray took five first places in eight meets, winning the Greater Hartford Invitation and setting a new Goodwin Park record while winning the Bulkeley, HPHS, Weaver Triangular Meet. Murray hit the tape in 12 minutes, 44 seconds. Co-Captain Dan Hayes, although hampered by injuries, was a true leader and contributed many valuable points. The future looks bright for Coach Wilson’s combine as Hayes is the only letterman graduating and the team is liberally sprinkled with promising sophomores and juniors. SUMMARY (Low Score Wins) Dual Meets Weaver .25 Bristol 30 Weaver 30 Woodrow Wilson 25 Weaver .28 Middletown .27 Weaver .25 East Hartford 30 Greater Hartford State Meet 2nd 5th Uconn Invitation Hartford (3 schools) 4th 1st 57 FOOTBALL TEAM Front row, left to right: Madden, Szarek, Slauenwhite, Nobile, Reilly (Co-Capt.), Mukulske (Co- Capt.), Borden, Dakin, W. Coleman, A. Barlow. 2nd row: E. Barlow, Jones, Nielsen, Regan, Wellbourne, R. Coleman, Jacobson, Peters, Harrison. 3rd row: Thompson, Rondinone, DiBella, Lee, Holliday, Wilson, Druckman, Weisman, Fradiani, Wallace. 4th row: DeFronzo, Kapitke, Cox, DiCicco, Rohlrick, Watson, Milstein, Piccard, Hampton. Back row: Sokoloff (Mgr.), Woolwich, Lapp, Berson, Cramer (Mgr.) FOOTBALL At the season’s outset the 1954 Weaver football team was slated for mediocrity. But inspired by the knowledge that it was Coach Ed Sandall’s last year at Weaver, the team was determined to make it a good one. Although small physically, the boys were gifted with a real fighting spirit, and ended the season with a fine 6-2 record. The line, which had been the big questionmark in pre-season notices, blossomed under the tutelage of Coach Alan Mooney into a hard-blocking unit. The team’s balance between offense and defense was apparent in that the Beavers scored at least once in every game, while holding four of their opponents scoreless. The season’s high point was the New Britain game, in which the Big Green came from behind twice to win 27-14. Unfortunately, the team saved most of its mistakes for Municipal Stadium and bowed to HPHS and Bulkeley for the only losses of the season. Dick Reilly, Bob Mikulske, Wendell Coleman, and Jim Dakin were further honored as All-District choices, while Coleman was chosen on the Second String All-state team. Consequently, the 1954 football season was a great success, as the team did much more than was expected of it and gave the Weaver rooters much to cheer about. 58 SUMMARY i Opponents 27 East Hartford 27 New Britain 6 New London Weaver Weaver Weaver Weaver Weaver Weaver Weaver Weaver 6 Norwich 12 Bulkeley 20 Wilbur Cross 13 HPHS Totals Y ' A, ■ •■■■? Take it, quick! endell hits p ay din! i. tf. BASKETBALL TEAM Kneeling, left to right: Countryman, Egan, Roisman, Reilly, Harrell. Standing: Jennings, Brown, Daniels, McBride, Sullivan, Lee, Coach Horvath. BASKETBALL The 1954-55 basketball season, though not able to be termed a success, can neitnci be thought of as a failure. Hampered by the early season loss of Capt. Ted Jefferson, Coach Charlie Horvath, ably assisted by J. V. Coach A1 Mooney, was forced to bring up untested sophomores. These sophs were tried in different combinations with returning stalwarts Beans” Brown, Jerry Roisman, Dick Reilly, and Bob Pollack. Although experiencing a losing season, the team exhibited a fighting determination to get back on the right side of the ledger. This spirit was largely responsible for the Beavers’ stunning upset win in overtime over Bristol, 50-48. This game was easily the highlight of the season and gave Weaver fans something really good to remember about the 1954-55 Weaver basketball team. 60 Cowie ball °n do w Rebound, Beans”! got bask, et A Z e s ” 61 Spring BASEBALL 1st row, left to right: Nielsen, Murray, Piccolo, Parasiliti (Co- Capt.), Sklar, Egan, Coleman. 2nd row: Reilly, Mikulske, Can- tafi, Phillips, DePlace. 3rd row: Mr. Sandall, Mangini, Mr. Aitken, Cramer, Mucci, Mr. Horvath. Not in picture: Paternostro (Co- Capt.) BASEBALL TEAM Although the record of the 1954 baseball team displayed no wins, there were many very good players. The figures don’t always tell the whole story! This team represented their school to the best of their ability and never let the school down. Bob Nielsen, captain of the 1955 team, plans to lead a successful team on the diamond this year. TRACK 1st row, left to right: McGuire, Robbins, Borden, Douglas, De Gruttola, J. Madden, Alexander (Capt.) 2nd row: Kramer, Barlow, Rud- in, T. Madden, O’Neill, Mr. Mooney. 3rd row: Mr. Aitken, Kagan, Cohen, Clark, Beiderman, Mr. Wilson. J c ; -a I ■ J i— m ■ 3 VI r ? ■ 71 TRACK TEAM The 1954 Track season proved a mediocre season. The team had individual stars, in two events. Dan De Gruttola, co-captain of the 1955 team, is an excellent runner, while Dave Robbins, the other co-captain of the 1955 team, and Charles McGuire are fine pole-vaulters. 62 TENNIS TEAM Kneeling, left to right: Epstein, Stein, Frauenglass, Himelstein. Standing: Mr. Steeves, Cohen, Hurwitz (Capt.), Kravitz, Mr. Aitken. TENNIS TEAM This team, in contrast to some of Weaver’s others, boasts a winning record. Captain Myron Hurwitz and Arnold Cohen reached the semi-finals in the doubles match of the State Tournament. GOLF TEAM Kneeling: Cushing, Kalin, Wal¬ ter, Baskin. Standing: Mr. Aitken, Kliman, Sherman, Swilling, Gibbs, Mr. Andrews. GOLF TEAM There are many fine prospects left from the 1954 Golf Team. These up Weaverites will try to improve upon their record of last year. and coming 63 Girls’ It was during the first visit to gym class that the sophomores had their first contact with the girls’ athletic program. They soon found themselves par¬ ticipating in archery, volleyball, tumbling, and bad¬ minton. The Girls’ Leader Corps welcomed the girls at a playday. After-school sports were soon begun. In the spring of 1953 Sport Night was introduced to them. Many girls took an active part as the Green Team emerged victorious for the first time in several years. As Juniors, some of the girls traded in their blue gym suits and red socks for the white leaders’ uni¬ forms. These girls were installed at the first assembly program given by the Girls’ Leader Corps. The girls again found themselves enjoying ping pong and speedball. In May the Blue regained its mastery of J Sports the Green in an exciting Sport Night battle. Gerry St. Laurent as President, Tina Grasso, Pat Baker, and Janette Johnstone as the other new officers, were in¬ stalled at the Leader Corps Tea. Soon after the beginning of the new year the cheerleaders were chosen, and they elected Gloria Morris and Pat LaPenta as captain and manager. At an after-school play-day the new students were wel¬ comed to gym activities. The leaders also gave a party for the Squad Captains. The new leaders were in¬ stalled at an assembly where four foreign students from Springfield College demonstrated their country’s dances. Once again the girls tried exercises and folk dancing under the supervision of a student teacher. Miss Peaslee. As Sport Night rolled around again, Pat LaPenta captained the Blue and Anna Moshovos led the Green. The spring tea brought to a close the girls’ sports program for the year at Weaver. V v| f l k |-lfr V . bfv „ i I I BOYS’ LEADER CORPS Seated, left to right: Lamson, Sackter, Cyr, Kennedy, Giller, Mirsky, Shechter. Kneeling: Barlow, O’Neil, Mad¬ den, Jackson, O’Loughlin, Cur¬ tis, Ertman. Standing: Mr. Wilson, Allen, D. Hayes, Robbins, McGuire, Brazel, Blake, J. Hayes, Cressotti, Mr. Allen. LETTER CLUB Kneeling, left to right: Jones, Nobile, Robbins, Dakin, Hur- witz, Pollack. Seated: Jacobson, Kravitz, Rois- man, Jefferson, Reilly, DePlace. Standing: Borden, Stein, Szarek, O’Neil, Madden, Neilson, Mikul- ske, Mr. Mooney, Cohen, De- Gruttola, Hayes, Phillips, Regan, Frauenglass, Coleman. GIRLS’ LEADER CORPS Center: St. Laurent. 1st row, left to right: Soucy, Gitlin, Bonazelli, Tine, Clark, Glotzer, Mascaro, Long, Szarek, Evans, McAndrew, Krasner, Mor¬ ris, Barron, Sadlowsky, Patitucci, Howes, Lang, Ferris, Godbout, Reale, Rogers, Lamson, Weid- man. 2nd row: Moshovos, LaPenta, D’Esopo, Tine, Grasso, Miss Whitney, Johnstone, Baker, D’Onofrio, King, Johnson, Stev¬ enson. - STUDENT COUNCIL Seated, left to right: Barton, Mor¬ ris, Sheehan, Andreoli. 2nd row: C. D’Esopo, D. D’Eso- po, Tine. Back row: Mr. Aitken, Miss Goodwin. GIRLS’ LEAGUE EXECUTIVE BOARD Seated, left to right: D’Esopo, Morris, Moshovos, La Penta. Standing: Miss Goodwin, Clark, Solomon, Mascaro, Tine, Vallera. BOYS’ CLUB OFFICERS Left to right: Pollack, Reilly, Andreoli, Borden, Mr. Melrose. CHESS CLUB Kneeling: Gershenowitz, Hur- wich. Front row, left to right: Miss Fleming, Shechter, H. Lerman, Kravet, Gordon. Standing: S. Lerman, Hoffman, Shapiro, Berman, Varcoe, Frau- englass, Jacobs, Brightman, Walker, Youell. LATIN CLUB Seated, left to right: Mr. Hilbert, Gold, Glotzer, Mascaro, Gold¬ stein, D’Onofrio. Standing: Meisner, Nahum, Boc- calatte, Sellen, Fanelli, Andreoli, Seidman, Coleman, Hyman, Kur¬ land, Rosen. SPANISH CLUB Seated, left to right: Rogers, Madden, Krasner, Cagenello, A. Gold, Temkin, Lamson. Standing: Ginsberg, Henderson, Zipkin, B. Stone, Cohen, Burke, Miss Conklin, Klein, Johnson, Stein, Gold, Glotzer. 70 ART-CRAFTS CLUB Seated, left to right: Miss Yas- hima, Giller, Bivins, Deutch, Miss Erickson. Standing: Mr. Preu, Meisner, Higgins, Soifer, Shapiro, Sellen, Robbins, Regan, Yush, Levin. J.C.C. Seated, left to right: Ploss, Hur- witz, Long. Standing: Andreoli, Mr. Saxton, Barton. DRAMATIC CLUB Lront row, left to right: John¬ stone, Gold, Nahum, Honigberg. Seated: Cohen, Baker, Andreoli, Long, Katz, Costello. Standing: Mr. DeBonis, Seidman, Coopersmith, Sellen, K e d e s, Goldstein, Golden, Berson, Mr. Bronstein. 71 t LOOKOUT EDITORS Kneeling, left to right: D’Ono- frio, Greenberg, Hatchett, A. Gordon, G. Gordon, Levin. Seated: Robbins, Rosenbaum, Kedes, Stone, Kahan, Cohen. Standing: La Ponte, Jainchill, Kurland, Horn, Barron, Krasner, Mr. Twiss, Evans, Greenberg, Sellen. F.P.A. Seated, left to right: Golden, T. Himelstein, Cramer, Sellen, Bor¬ den, Barron. Standing: B. Stone, Krasner, Miss Mansfield, Malley, Wein¬ stein, Shapiro, Kedes. Back row: Cohen, Roisman. PROJECTION SQUAD Seated, left to right: Madden, Willens, Wiggers, Rottner, Stein. Standing: Mr. Shea, Varcoe, Kedes, Goldstein, Osit. 72 JR. RED CROSS Seated, left to right: Guzzo, Miss DeBartolo, Shuler. Standing: Freiberger, Camillieri. I. GIRLS’ BUSINESS CLUB Front row, left to right: Cohen, Gordon, Costello, Katz, McCar¬ thy, Pahuskin. Seated: Miss McGillicuddy, Bori- chewsky, Rabinowitz, Oster, Gladstone, Wiggers. Standing: Burres, Bernstein, Jones, Piro, Gates, Willis, Fan- elli, Alekson, Howes, DeNapoli, Snyder, Gordon, Guberman, Wickstrand, Christian. HONOR SOCIETY OFFICERS Seated, left to right: Johnstone, Weinstein, Weidman. Standing: Mr. Darling, Mr. Ait- ken. 73 p CHEERLEADERS Left to right: Moshovos, Gras- so, D’Esopo, Bonazelli, Evans, Morris, Baker, Israel, Tine, La Penta. Rear: Miss DeBartolo. ARCHERY CLUB Left to right: Goldstein, Ros- enholtz, Johnstone, Regan, Honigberg, Rottner, Bak ' er, Cohen, Miss Whitney. INTER-HIGH CHOIR p 0 D tcc Lucky lovelies. Tripping the light fantastic!” Finishing Touches. Anyone for the Contra? Queen for a Night! Saying ' ’Hello”! at “Weave Watchful eyes. Don’t croivd, folks! X 3 . ■ v ,-xy . XX - y ' . 5k ;S, V ' ' , ' ' SZ Ai V V v - ' ' . ' f.s. Cv • X •■■•- vy 2wV K K ' - . , u V Ik V ' A. ••� % -v . :. T • V y , - a ►- Final Election Boosts 15 xX X ♦ « v ' • ' r ' Tt v ' v ' t V V r FobuIo « 8 r - n if Ww fl f r ad e P° j ford’ 8 Become H« r - ■V A’. Y ;4 . . v A m Gerry St. Laurent 7 HIGHLIGHTS . V X % 0 6 V , x ; XX ' 0° 4 X • V -•■ It seems like a short time ago that we blissfully and ignor¬ antly trudged to our new school, Weaver High ... 3 years ago. Ah, the innocence of youth! Little did we know. But we soon learned . .. We were met by that classic piece of literature . . . So You’re a Weaver Beaver, Now” . . . some help! Then we had an orientation” assembly . . . another big help . . . Who’s that funny man on the stage, and what does he mean’’ . . . You now stand dismissed to your first period class!” . . . We became very friendly with Jasper . . . but those blue slips could be put to better use . . . The horror of our very first lunch period at Weaver ... or How to Get Indigestion Standing up, in Twenty Minutes . . . The mad stampede . . . But I thought the bell was for the teacher!” . . . last lunch . . . Whaddya mean, no more potatoes?” . . . The football team, under new coach Ed Sandall, was one of the top teams in the state, but we lost to HPHS and Bulkeley . . . The basketball team showtimed its way to New Haven, but New London beat us there ... at last finals arrive . . . Oh! joy! . . . and then summer vacation . . . time off for good behavior. What, September here again? We’re Juniors now (with a capital J) . . . soooo big . . . the freshmen arrive . . . they call us sir, and sire, and master, and sahib, etc. . . . They’re so cute . . . Mister, where’s Room 301?” . . . Well, sonny, go down to the Nurse’s office, turn right, and keep going, down the stairs” 2 - - .j V X t v ' Jb vigr . X W a v .,w .Asafe. ar ayyaya- • ... r - ' Weaver Night Rated Success. w. y? ' V X X- ejected sav X Moshovos and Borde Of Weaver Girls .-Xf Xa xa a m. ,, Y y W ' W h. ,Y At WJt A V. C iXfy X v X 7 J Senator Bush Speaks at Weaver; L . Democracy 99 Theme of Speech x r n X, X b y ■ V y y y ' ' A+ A . ' v f.«l 8 t State 1 V v X; VvV X A yj V V X v V x y ' : v 7X , j ■• ■ X- Af ' VS A:- i 1 nZ� «%st ■: V 5 ' t :x N hTh X w ' V% ' ’• •� y ; y %S - A tT Boys a,1(i oiirl 8 t at Success; P, r City Council Dele °« 1 : x ected r i • - V y Z . .... fe e„ ee „ gation . . . Then, our own formal . . . The Junior Prom . . . What a time! . . . Bruno Cantafi and Marilyn Wickstrand reign as king and queen . . . (P.S. Bruno was king, Marilyn queen) . . . The elections . . . Girls’ League, Boys’ Club, Student Council, JCC, . . . If I’m elected” . . . Weaver Nite is a smash . . . DeVaux does it again . . . The Fabulous Five waltzes through the State Tournament . . . State Champs . . . We’re going to Boston” . . . and we did . . . fun at the Bostonian ... 10 in a room . . . but Hillhouse beat us at the Garden . . . The baseball team, slated for a mediocre season, surprised everyone and didn’t win a game . . . Pittsburgh Pirates, watch out! And then we were Seniors . . . never thought we’d make it ... all ready for our best year . . . and it was . . . No more demerits, just ciphers . . . you can’t win . . . The football team fights its way to a 6-2 record in Sandall’s last year . . . HPHS and Bulkeley again . . . who can forget those crazy victory parties . . . the class elections, Boys’ Leader Corps still giving great per¬ formances between the halves . . . Basketball team didn’t do too well before and after the halves, though . . . All the dances . . . assemblies . . . rallies . . . those lovely” (?) male cheerleaders at the Thanksgiving rally . . . Friday nights at Aldor’s after the games . . . aren’t you going to buy anything?” . . . We’ll always remember these times . . . And so we end our peaceful little voyage through the hallowed halls of Weaver High School ... a little wiser ... a little older . . . and a lot happier. ■ A ✓ x v V A Y ■ a ,rv ' A ■ ' vwv ' r yCt. ? V r , s ry to Head ' Looko - s 4 .sy ..„ y. T ' ssby ,- , ■ i l ’C A? 3 . fjs as, i C. , Xi ... y. ' A vr xjw s;s ' .- •yy v A Mr. DeVaux Thanks Everyone reejj % s : V % to y-7 y- Xc V League and Boys’ Clubyw ‘ ' SSxV A,C:V V X A Vh sv - . ' 1 _ 7 -l4; $ Uurwi ' 7 ' ' ' l Nya Honors • W to od Book Ay , A- ■%r ' X ' AN A , ' Beavers Given Seven Places N On All-District Grid Teams A I I I ! ) I Eye of approval. f L A, Slide rule artists. The mad scientists! yea I a-q-a-z-a-space . . Measure twice, cut once! Efficiency experts. Rembrandt, Van Gogh, and Picasso at work! If the slide is to the right . . A fond farewell, p Future Shakespeares. (English Class) Into the air, Jr. Birdmen! (Aero Class) Don ' t spank him; he’ll get a complex! {Social Family Living Class) i She should have : He should have : Toby Rabinowitz’s Hair Bob Vojnich’s Eunice Craddock’s Eyes Bruno Cantafi’s Joan Collins’ Nose Ken Cramer’s Pat Jackson’s Figure Physique Art Barlow’s Doris Rabinovitz’s Complexion Bennett Stone’s Bebe Sellen’s Congeniality Danny Hayes’ Barb Johnson’s Neatness Burt Goldman’s Millie Tine’s Smile Dan De Gruttola’s Kathy Rooney’s Wit Dave Robbins’ Julie Borichewsky’s Individuality Larry Kedes’ Lois Long’s Poise Lewis Wei nstein’s Sandy Rosenbaum’s Tact Anthony DelCanto’ I I BOYS’ LEADER CORPS Who’s on the bottom?” Up and over, Dave!” It looks so easy. (?) Shake, Rattle, and Roll!” i Are my lips on straight?” Dat’s my hoy!” ' Weave Hey, Maw!” Ttiyfot ' Wloat do you think, Arnie?” Now, when the curtain . . Assemblies I I I j Do - Mi - So - Do! i l I I I l Make a ivish, Mr. Ait ken! Good-bye, Coach Sandall. 92 at Weaver Aloha! School Life . . . The Boy with The Big Future ! You don ' t say! i I 1 ACKNOWLEDGMENTS The Portal Boards take this opportunity to express their sincere gratitude to all the wonderful people who helped to put forth this issue. Our thanks go to our talented artists—Leon Bivins, Eunice Craddock, David Robbins, Judith Soifer, and Marilyn Wickstrand—who, with the able assistance of Miss Erickson, gave us their creations. : We thank Mr. Jack Brown, the friendly and helpful representative of O’Toole Company, for his stimulating suggestions. Our photographers are to be congratulated for the grand job they did. The , official photographer this year was Photo-Reflex of G. Fox Company. Some of the pictures were taken last year by Lorings Studio. Janice Gladstone and Roslyn Guberman, our expert typists, deserve many thanks” for the service they performed. It is, indeed, a privilege to acknowledge Mr. John A. Alibrio, Business Board adviser, who willingly gave up so much of his valuable time and energy toward the production of this yearbook. Again . . . our thanks to all. [ WEAVER BOYS ' CLUB Wishes to Extends Best THE CLASS 98 Congratulations From THE WEAVER GIRLS ' LEAGUE Officers For 1954-55 s § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § f § § § § § § § § § $ § § § 99 S ' § § 4 § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § PRESIDENT Anne Moshovos VICE PRESIDENT Patricia LaPenta 2nd VICE PRESIDENT Ann Clark TREASURER Diane D ' Esopo SECRETARY Helene Solomon SENIOR MEMBER Gloria Morris JUNIOR MEMBER Emilia Mascaro SOPHOMORE MEMBER FRESHMAN MEMBER Marie Tine Lucy Vallera m Compliments of THE GIRLS ' LEADER CORPS § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § - § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § j £ Best Wishes To The CLASS of ' 55 THE BOYS ' LEADER CORPS 100 X ■- ? ' a w -. v5 ' . _ . - 5 - ! . . 5 y -. •_ ? X •J § I § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § I § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § Congratulations and Best of Luck From The WEAVER CHAPTER Of The NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § I § § § § § § § § § WEAVER DRUG MAX D. GREENBERG, ROBERT P. FINEBERG Compliments of The Registered Pharmacists Lunch at Our Fountain Complete Prescription Service WEAVER HIGH BOYS ' 1170 ALBANY AVENUE Tel. JA 5-3083 LETTER CLUB Compliments of To KAY ' S MARKET THE CLASS OF 1955 JACK ' S LA PIZZA Grinders, LoPizza Fried Chicken Open From 10:00 A.M. to 1:00 A.M. 294 ALBANY AVE. JA 2-9859 HARTFORD 101 Compliments of CHRIS NIELSEN SONS $ 9 § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § £ . ' y. -yy-. ' ' 5 ' -. _ 5 i tyr r yy- -S? ‘ yy- y? ‘ yy- r yy v5 X ART CLOTHES SHOP LUX, BOND GREEN, Men ' s Clothing and Furnishings INC. Sportswear for Students Men ' s Wear with an Art Established 1908 Also JEWELERS and SILVERSMITHS Specializing in Formal Clothes Renting for Students 70 PRATT STREET 1069 MAIN ST. HARTFORD, CONN. HARTFORD, CONN. Tel. JA 7-2023 102 yyS ' y ' ysyy ' yyyyyy-y .yyyysyy- ' § § § § § § § I § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § Success To The CLASS ' 55 MAYRON ' S BAKE SHOP ' Famous For Quality ' Best Wishes to the CLASS of 1955 ORCHID FLORIST Phone JA 7-6421 1187 MAIN STREET OUR CONGRATULATIONS THE CLASS of 1955 CROWN SUPER MARKET 620 ALBANY AVENUE Hartford, Conn. § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § _ § § § § § § _ § § § § § § § . c o y ' -O ' ■ u i v? ' - - -6 r - - S ' - u o 9 ‘ -Ss ‘ u i ’ O ' - X Compliments of A FRIEND Compliments of ROYAL WINDOW SHADE CO. Famous For Prescriptions SHERMAN PHARMACY 1279 ALBANY AVENUE 103 GOZZO ' S Specializing in Hot Oven Grinders and LaPizza Orders Put Up to Take Out 715 BLUE HILLS AVENUE BLOOMFIELD CH 2-9089 $ § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § - § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § « Compliments of THE GIRLS ' BUSINESS CLUB Compliments of ABRAHAM J. KOLBIN Building Contractor Compliments of MODERN DRUG 657 BLUE HILLS AVENUE Expert Tailor and Furrier I. POST 1150 ALBANY AVENUE Tel. CH 7-8704 Best of Luck! GAY CRAMER B ' NAI B ' RITH GIRLS 104 X ! ' - 5 - . O - - ' - 1 ! . tv _ i! -. _ 9-, _ Jh ! , L 5 . l - - - ?■. vj 1 . t . ' 1 - 5 L -.V?“ - ' - 5 v? ’ . ' vj - . X I § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § BEST WISHES FOR A SUCCESSFUL AND HAPPY FUTURE TO THE CLASS OF ' 55 THE WEAVER DRAMATIC CLUB CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF ' 55 THANK YOU FOR YOUR FINE SUPPORT § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § THE WEAVER HIGH STUDENT COUNCIL 105 I Best of Luck for Every Success in the Future MARKET BASKET SUPER MARKETS 2374 MAIN STREET 242 FARMINGTON AVENUE Hartford, Conn. § § From Compliments of MORGAN AUTO SCHOOL All The Little People REAR - 210 FARMINGTON AVENUE In the Village Hartford, Conn. Harvey Henrietta Compliments of and introducing NU-TONE CLEANERS Alexander 3365 MAIN STREET Hartford, Conn. Phone CH 7-3354 § I § § § § I 106 ' ' . - !v?-. -_ 5 . 5 - ' - v? - . 5 - - -vJa . vy- v . • X Compliments of JULIUS ADLER MEMORIAL CHAPTER 90 OF AZA Best Wishes to Our Fellow Classmates $ Victor Moses Burton Miller Edward L. DuBrow Stephen Osit Ronald Himmelstein Richard Druckman Lloyd Frauenglass Bernard Gatter Israel Stein Edward Goldberg Joel Weisman Spenser Rohrlick Howard Smith Daniel GreifF David Mayer Eroll DeLott Gary Gatzen Arnold Miller Bennett Stone Sam Himmelstein Leonard Schechter Lewis Weinstein Allan Krasnow Richard Sackter Norman Antarsh Art Blumberg Martin Nemirow § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § I WILLIAMS-HERBERT CO. Manufacturing Jewelers Makers of All School and Club Jewelry Club Pins — Medals — Class Rings — Plaques 1127 MAIN STREET HARTFORD, CONN. Compliments of SALON OF BEAUTY 655A BLUE HILLS AVE. Phone CH 2-5085 Compliments of SLESS PHARMACY 461 BLUE HILLS AVE. HARTFORD, CONN. f I . § § § § I § Quality Cleaning is Our Specialty SUNSHINE CLEANERS DYERS 849 ALBANY AVE. CH 7-2448 KULAK STORES Automotive Parts Accessories Specializing in Hot-Rod Equipment HARRY J. KULAK 323 ALBANY AVE. 107 9 § I § To The Class of 1955 § Best Wishes for Your Success and Happiness in the Future § f § WEAVER HIGH SCHOOL f ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION § l § § § § § § § § § § I Best Wishes To The CLASS of 1955 JOE ' S BICYCLE and LAWNMOWER STORE 30 ALBANY AVE. HARTFORD, CONN. Tel. CH 7-7255 JACK ' S PHARMACY JACK KRIWITSKY, CLASS 35-B ALBANY AVE. COR. VINE STREET Compliments of TAGER ' S BARBER SHOP SEAT COVERS QUALITY UPHOLSTERING, INC. 1101 ALBANY AVE. HARTFORD, CONN. Compliments of A FRIEND Groceries — Meats — Vegetables LOU DiCORCIA, Prop. BLUE RIDGE MARKET 774 BLUE HILLS AVENUE Hartford, Conn. Tel. CH 2-9077 108 Compliments of MR. and MRS. MORRIS H. HURWITZ § § | § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § § - § § § § § § § § § § § § I § § § § § § § § § § | CaAAulle ' ' t (le iaM icuni WILSON, CONN. Since 1918 Serving the Very Finest in Food and Ice Cream 109 BEST WISHES THE CLASS OF 1955 R. 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