Weaver High School - Portal Yearbook (Hartford, CT)

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MR. EZRA MELROSE Although a multitude of players have taken part in this four-year production, few of them have been as friendly, as helpful, and as inter¬ ested in the success of the production as our Vice-Principal, Mr. Melrose. Taking an inter¬ est in each and every one of us, Mr. Melrose kept his office open to anyone who wished to see him, no matter how seemingly unimportant the purpose of the visit. His sense of duty never failed him, and his wonderful sense of humor gave us many cheefful moments. Always was Mr. Melrose the staunchest of Weaver fans, whether he was priding himself on Weaver’s scholastic rating or cheering the football team on to victory. All the world’s a stage . . . And one man in his time plays many parts.” And on this stage of ours, Weaver High School, Mr. Melrose has been at once teacher, advisor, and friend. We supporting players must leave now, Mr. Melrose, but we shall never forget you, and we only hope that the years to come are as pleasant and as profitable for you as these past four years have been for us. BOYS’ CLUB EXECUTIVE BOARD Seated, left to right: Bartlett, Stewart, Ragazzi, Montagno. Standing: Mr. Melrose, Silver, Ross, Cruz, Garbus.

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MR. WILLIAM F. AITKEN The pen of Shakespeare himself could not have created a character more worthy of praise and respect than our own principal, William F. Aitken. Mr. Aitken has always displayed the personal integrity and strength of character which identify a true leader. As the director of the entire Weaver company, he is faced with a gigantic responsibility. He faces this responsi¬ bility with pride as well as with skill. It is seldom that one finds a principal so genuinely interested in the well being of each individual student. Because of his sincerity Mr. Aitken has won the wholehearted respect of the class of ’60. In the years to come, the memory of Mr. Aitken will doubtlessly remain as an influence for good in the mind of every Weaverite. As we bid a fond farewell to the school that has endowed us with so many won¬ derful memories, we would like to express our thanks to you, Mr. Aitken, for your complete devotion to us and to the school we love. STUDENT COUNCIL EXECUTIVE BOARD Seated, left to right: Rogers, Kel¬ ley, Goldstein, Guy. Standing: Miss Roche, Wolfe, Burr, Barenbaum, Grasso, Mr. Aitken.

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MISS ANITA K. ROCHE Farewells are ever sighing, welcomes ever smiling.” Indeed, we have often been welcomed into the office of our devoted Dean of Girls, Miss Anita K. Roche. A familiar phrase to this loyal friend might well be, Miss Roche, I’ve been in such a pickle since I saw you last.” Miss Roche has helped many Weaverites through the bubbling cauldrons into the clear blue sky of a happy Beaverland. Her effer¬ vescent self has been the motivating force be¬ hind numerous Weaver scenes. Constantly busy, always on the go, always radiant, she has ex¬ erted ceaseless efforts on behalf of the student body. She constantly strove to raise the stan¬ dards of Weaver’s pupils as well as those of the school. She is a living example of Shakespeare’s ’Tis the mind that makes the body rich.” Always a true friend and an effective and helpful counselor, she created an aura of friendliness, understanding, and sunshine. Her in¬ exhaustible spring of suggestions and encouragement has aided many of us; her abounding energy and enthusiasm were always contagious. Words cannot adequately express the class of 1960’s gratitude to this most re¬ markable woman, for as Shakespeare said, I can no other answer make but thanks, and thanks, and ever thanks.” Thank you, Miss Roche! GIRLS’ LEAGUE EXECUTIVE BOARD Seated, left to right: E. Nowak, C. Nowak, Weidman, Kelley, Nappier, Grasso, Alexis, Miss De- Bartolo. Standing: Miss Roche, Beebe, Guy.