Westerly High School - Westlyan Yearbook (Westerly, RI)

Text from Pages 1 - 116 of the 1930 volume:

THE YERK BOOK WE DEDICATE THIS YEAR BOOK TO MISS HARRIET M. HOOD OUR BELOVED DRAWING INSTRUCTRESS. CAN WE EVER FORGET HER LOVING AID IN OUR POOR ATTEMPTS AT ARTISTIC EXPRESSION? HOW PRIVILEGED THOSE STUDENTS WHO HAVE ENJOYED THE INSPIRATION OF HER LIFE AND TEACHING! In sincere acknowledgement of the kindly guidance of our most worthy class advisor, Miss Elizabeth Ring Charles E. Principal, Westerly Mason High Scitool Miss Laura E. McIntire Vice Principal, W esterly High School H Till-: SKMOIt YEA It HOOK Contents o Address of Welcome Class History What We Know About the Class of 1930 Class Prophecy ................... Class Song- Class Poem__ ________ ________________ Poem ........ Orchestra . Honor Society .............................. Senior Play School Calendar Football Cross Country Class piiem ____ Motto and Colors... Who's Who in the Class of 1930__ Classmates Page Advertising Section o o o Illustrations o Senior Board ................... Class of 1930 m Student Council ......... Junior Dramatic Club ........... .................. Orchestra_________________________________ Rhode Island State Honor Society .................. Senior Play_____________________ Cross Country ..................................... Track____________________________ _ .... Baseball 9 12 19 20 25 27 28 31 33 39 41 43 44 47 49 51 53 54 54 55 80 81 10 18 26 32 36 38 40 42 46 48 50 52 Till: KKMOIt Vi: K HOOK � Class Night Exercises Address of Welcome The Class of 1930 wishes to extend to you a most cordial welcome to their last evening of joy and frolic together as members of dear old Westerly High. To the many kind friends and supporters of our class through its somewhat tumultuous trip through High School life, we wish also to express our appreciation. Graduation is a time of many and varied emotions. The happiness and satisfaction of four years of work successfully completed; the excitement and thrill of Commencement We?k; the loneliness of friends going each his own way to whatever the future may hold in store; and the expectancy of a new life just beginning. We have worked for the past four years and we have formed friendships which will be life-long, and which will exert a powerful influence upon our later lives. During this time the calibre and metal of each one of us has been tried by the flame. We have learned the value of comradeship. But yet we are only on the margin of a great experience, the greatest experience, Life. Life may carry us in widely divergent paths; some of us will go on to prepare for the various arts and professions; other will leave school immediately for a career in the world of business or mechanics, but in any of these pursuits we will carry with us the memories of some of the happiest years of our lives. Tonight, therefore, let us put the gloomy side of graduation behind us and give ourselves entirely over to Mirth. We have scoured the nations in search of several little-known but very occult beings, who are going to prove Einstein’s theory of light and relativity first by turning the world back over a period of four years and indicating the outstanding events in the history of our illustrious class and second, by unfolding whatever the future may have in store for us. A noted lawyer has drawn up our last will and testament and this evening it is his solemn duty to break the seal of th's great document and proclaim it to all present. In deed “On With the Revelry” is our motto, and I will consequently give place to these noted seers that they may reveal to you the many marvelous deeds of the Class of 1930. —JACK TOBIN. SENIOR HOARD 1929-1930 Business Manager Miss Dorothy Hansen WILLIAM LAWSON Faculty Advisor Alumni Editor Ruth Saunders Advertising Manager Willard Hoxsie Tattles Editor Mary Farago Asst. Advertising Mgr. Frank Acolina Literary Editor Gertrude Solomon School Notes Albert Green Editor-in-Chief JOHN TOBIN Exchange Editor Louise Cook Athletic Editor Nelson Thorpe Assistant Literary Editors Gertrude Melbourne Wenonah Smith Art Editors Lillian Matson Thomas Wright Subscription Manager Patsy Celestino 12 « Till: KKMOIt YEAR HOOK CLASS HISTORY As two great minds never run in exactly the same channel, and as each and every historian naturally has a different angle on the same subject, it is difficult for even the most conscientious student to give an entirely fair and impartial record of events. Actuated, however, by an earnest desire for truth, I shall endeavor to unfold for you the history of the renowned and glorious class of 1930 as viewed by several different well-qualified members and observers. I have accordingly divided my history into five major divisions, each representing a group which has been either connected or closely associated with this, the class of 1930, the most famous class which has ever graduated from Westerly High School. The recorders are the following: First, the members of the class themselves, as Freshmen. Second, the seniors of 1927. Third, the class of 1930 as seniors. Fourth, the faculty. Fifth, the citizens of Westerly. Listen then to the observations of our illustrious group during that memorable year when we made our advent into this revered institution of learning. We arrived 162 strong, green, gay, and gullible, confident of our power to conquer every obstacle confronting us. Had we not been looked up to as the wisest and wittiest during the last year of our Elm Street career? Of course, the slightly superior glances of the upper classmen somewhat dampened our spirits but we knew they could not fail to appreciate us hen they really understood our worth. We must confess that the high school hall seemed very large and long, the rooms very far apart, and difficult to find. But with the kind help of Miss Mclntire and the other teachers, we were finally comfortably settled. Much to our astonishment, the upper classes of the school were rather slow in realizing our importance and took us in hand much as they would have done had we been tiny children, instead of ex-seniors. In spite of ourselves, we became gradually humbled and subdued. Just as we were beginning to grow accustomed to this new Till: SKNIOR YK.Mt HOOK 13 humility, we were told that it would be necessary to elect class officers. The following were our choice: To this day, we have had no cause to be ashamed of our taste in choosing these leaders to represent our class. They have ever served us well. We attribute almost the entire success of the operetta “All At Sea,” presented by the senior class of 1927, to the following members of our distinguished group: Laura Thompson, Gloria Simmons, Gertrude Solomon, Mary Farago, Ruth Saunders, and Margaret Brindle, who, playful sprites that they were flitted about the stage in the most graceful dance imaginable. By the June of 1927, we had barely begun to realize that, after all, we were but children in the great family of Westerly High School. I almost hesitate to reveal to the public the point of view of my second group of observers, but my aim being truth, the absolute truth, and nothing but the truth, I feel compelled to do so. We had supposed that the senior class of 1927 regarded our remarkable group as prodigies of beauty, learning, and wisdom. But wait till I tell you. We soon discovered their feelings toward us by the following conversation which took place between Marjorie Chapman and Virginia Collins, and was accidently overheard by a hurt and astonished freshman: Said Miss Chapman, “Why is it that the freshmen always make such nonsensical remarks?” “Why, Marjorie, what gave you that opinion of them?” “Well, this morning I was studying in Room 3 where they were having history. As a group, they did not show much intelligence. The teacher told them that if they spent one half-hour on their history lesson every night, they would have no cause to be ashamed of themselves when called upon to recite. One especially brilliant freshman remarked, ‘I don’t agree with you. Last night I put my history book under my pillow and slept on it all night and yet I do not know my lesson.” Imagine a freshman thinking he could absorb his lesson by sleeping on his history book!” “I thoroughly agree with you, Marjorie, that the freshmen have a great deal to learn in order to acquire as much knowledge as we have already obtained. Do you suppose we ever could have made such blunders when we were freshmen? Yesterday, Miss McGovern called on one of the children in English IB to describe the log cabin in which Lincoln was born. The freshman, feeling confident that this was a very simple task, stood up and remarked that the log cabin in which Abraham Lincoln was born was made of President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, John Tobin Everette Greene Adelaide Croci ex-1930 Gloria Simmons 14 THE SENIOR YEAR BOOR logs. We certainly get a great deal of amusement out of the bright sayings of the freshmen, don’t we, Marjorie?” “Indeed we do. Upon being asked who, in his opinion, was our most famous American author, an enterprising youth answered, ‘My father.’ Miss Simmons, somewhat surprised, ‘Why, does your father write books?’ ‘No, but he writes all my checks.’ ” Perhaps many fathers present tonight did not realize before that they were famous literary lights. Virginia Collins brought this humiliating conversation to an end by saying, “Well, Marjorie, we must be going. There’s the bell for class, calling us to a discussion of really important subjects.” And the Seniors of 1927 never to this day have discovered that their uncomplimentary remarks were overheard. With the passage of the months, we gradually became wiser and lived down the great shock to our self-respect caused by an innocent freshman’s eavesdropping. Bear with me now while I relate to you the report of my third group of observers, our present senior class. With great diligence and earnestness, they have collected for me a record of the activities of the class of 1930 during the last three years of their high school life. As sophomores, we had acquired a great store of legitimate pride, finding ourselves one step higher toward that goal in life for which everyone strives—Success. After getting settled and becoming accustomed to the routine of our life as superior beings, we elected the following officers: President Frank Acolina Vice President Everette Greene Secretary Barbara Briggs Treasurer Alphonse Gencarelli To make the achievements of our second year complete, we can truthfully say that we did our part toward bringing additional athletic fame and renown to swell the already glorious iecord of W. H. S. Reuben Deutsch and Quentin Tucker particularly deserve our wholehearted praise for their hard work and conscientious practice during the sporting season. Other outstanding football heroes, who by their many successful games helped put W. H. S. on the map, were Abraham Itchkawich, Vero Morrone, and Everette Greene. We can accredit the high standard of our records in track particularly to Edward Cotter, Reuben Deutsch, and Everette Greene, who, we even then felt sure, would win future honor as cross-country runners. In the opening days of 1928, we were glad to welcome several new members from Hope Valley, Asha way, Shannock, Rockville, THE SENIOR YEAR ROOK 15 Wyoming, Bradford, Carolina, and Kenyon. All of these have proved the best of comrades and many of them have greatly enhanced the fame of our group. Four capable scholars whom we chose to represent us during our third year were: Our Junior year is perhaps distinguished more for its entire lack of important happenings than for any extraordinary events which occurred therein, the most remarkable omission being that of the usual Junior Prom to which every socially-minded junior is accustomed to look forward. If you wish to know in more detail why we held no dance last year, ask our treasurer. As we were, however, the first class, since the dawn of history, unable to have a Prom, we might as well pride ourselves upon the fact as feel ashamed of it. The one outstanding feature of that year, in the estimation of my observers, was the forming of various clubs, including the following: English Club, Dramatic Club, Handicraft Club, Travel Club, Commercial Club, French Club, Radio Club, and Aviation Club. These groups met every Thursday, enjoyed themselves greatly, and accomplished much. One morning in Assembly we listened to an announcement of especial interest to the effect that each club would be called upon to present a program on a certain date and that a prize would be given to the most successful contestant. This award was won by the English Club in its presentation of the pageant, “The Coming of Spring,” based upon the old Greek myth Dimeter and Persephone. Later in the year, the Dramatic Club submitted Richard Harding Davis’ play “Miss Civilization” at a meet held in competition with ight other schools at Pawtucket. Although ‘Miss Civilization” was not given the honor of first place, it was enthusiastically received and reflected great credit on Miss Jane B. Stanton, director of the play. In spite of the numerous omissions and hardships of our junior year, it came to an end all too soon. Although we returned to school in the fall of 1929, feeling infinitely superior to the other classes, a few uncalled for but rather illuminating remarks by some of our teachers brought us to earth and a more humble attitude with a crash. Since the duties of senior officers are more arduous and responsible than those of other class authorities, wTe took great care to choose representatives who would make the school proud President Vice President Albert Green James Federico Secretary Treasurer Malcolm Hinchliffe Frank Acolina J« TUI. SHMOH VIlAll HOOK of us in the years to come. The following, after much deliberation, were chosen: President Vice President Secretary Treasurer John Tobin Nelson Thorp Barbara Briggs Frank Acolina Under their expert leadership, we were able to hold our Senior Prom, a most enjoyable and festive occasion. Indeed, from every point of view, our senior year has proven the happiest and most successful of the four. It is with pardonable pride that I now relate to you the viewpoint of our well-beloved faculty. Imagine their amazement upon hearing that twenty-three scholars from our brilliant group were eligible to the Rhode Island State Honor Society: In fact, the teachers were so overcome that they have insisted upon my giving the list to you. John Dudley Tobin Patsy Joseph Celestino Malcolm Cheney Hinchliffe Minnie Katherine Felicetti Freda Maria Hannuksela Rickey Tutsch Claire Marie Fraquelli Ruth Saunders Julia Carlene Irish Eleda Mary Langworthy Ella Winifred Astill Evelyn Monica Bliven Susan Harriett Suprika Gertrude Irene Greenhalgh Gertrude Augusta Solomon Evelyn Monica Bliven Marion Estelle Crandall Isabella Zella Leon Ellen Margaret Sunderlund Gertrude Adeline Melbourne Wenonah Elaine Smith Martha Louise Cook Ruth Frances Parker 'Two of our members, Gertrude Solomon and Louise Cook, through distinguishing themselves as valedictorian and salu-tatorian, respectively, have won the especial approval and undying admiration of the faculty. For four years they have upheld the highest standards of scholarship. Frank Acolina, who won second place in the 1929 Prizespeaking Contest, and Ella Astill, winner of the second prize among the Martha C. Babcock essayists, have also gained for themselves a particularly soft spot in the hearts of the teachers. Last, but not least, the faculty and class of 1930 are rightfully proud of Gertrude Melbourne whose exceptional ability won for her first prize in an essay contest of the American Chemical Societies. We feel that anyone who has not read her essay “The Relation of Chemistry to the Enrichment of Life” should not fail to do so at his first opportunity. The report of my last group of observers, the citizens of Westerly, will no doubt be of particular interest to you. For the entire four years of our high school life, they have THK KKMOIt VKAIt IIOOK 17 faithfully and eagerly followed the activities and undertakings of the class which we hold so dear. An annual event of particular interest to the townspeople is the Thanksgiving Day football game between Westerly and Ston-ington. Regardless of the fact that, this year, Stonington won, much praise is due James Fiori, Everette Greene, and Reuben Deutsch, for the very fine game they played. To this classic in the world of sport, men and women, boys and girls, young and old, large and small, came enthusiastically and in great numbers. Of no less interest to the cosmopolitan inhabitants of Westerly was the Senior Play, Moliere’s “The Would-Be Gentleman,” directed by Miss Stanton. Frank Acolina, as Monsieur Jourdain, and Wenonah Smith, as his irate spouse, won not only the spontaneous laughter but the sympathy of their audience. Who could see Minnie Felicetti as the little maid without giving himself up to fits of merriment almost equal to hers? We are sure that Thomas Wright, as Covielle, was particularly enthralled by her charms. Edward Cotter “that good-for-nothing fencing master,” Elisha Peckham as Cleonte, indeed, all in any way connected with the performance, were responsible for its huge success. The 1930 cantata “The Erl King’s Daughter” was considered by. the audience as one of the greatest successes in recent years. Our soloists were Mrs. John Ruisi, former member of the Philadelphia Opera Company, and Mr. La Fontaine, well-known singer and organist. The applause and the congratulations were a well-paid compliment to the soloists, the high school chorus, and to Mr. Robert Valentine, our most worthy and talented director. Yes, the citizens of Westerly have never been known to fail us on the occasion of any important undertaking. Indeed, the very fact that so many have come tonight to listen to our fun and enjoy it with us, proves their admiration. May we, at this time, thank them, one and all, for the kindly interest they have shown in our varied activities and achievements. Thus I conclude this, the History of the Class of 1930, which with all due humility, I acclaim as the most authentic, accurate, scholarly, truthful historical record ever presented to the Westerly public. 0861 AO SSV1D THK SKMOR YEAR ROOK 19 What We Know About the Class of 1930 Most Popular Girl Minnie Felicetti Most Popular Boy Frank Acolina Best Dressed Girl Virginia Prescott Best Dressed Boy William Lawson Handsomest Boy John Prestini Most Beautiful Girl Gloria Simmons CUu$ Cut-up Frank Acolina Class Pest William Dlirfee Laziest William Cornforth Most Athletic Reuben Deutsch Most Studious Gertrude Melbourne Most Intelligent Gertrude Melbourne Noisiest Edward Cotter Quietest Ruth Crandall Class Baby Louise Cook Boy Who Has Done Most for Class Jack Tobin Girl Who Has Done Most for Class Mary Farago Class Artist Lillian Matson Best Actor Frank Acolina Best Actress Wenonah Smith Best Dancer Vero Morrone Best Behaved Malcolm Hinchliffe Neatest Evelyn Babcock Best Natured Hazel Holman Class Wit Thomas Wright Class Bluffer James Federico Most Argumentative Gertrude Solomon Class Optimist Hazel Holman Class Pessimist Samuel Goldberg Elected by Popular Vote 20 Till-: SMMOR YEAR BOOK CLKSS 444 4 PROPHECY While I was conducting my experiments in Buenos Aires, in an attempt to graft a squirtless grapefruit from the California peach and the alligator pear, I happened to look into the window of a nearby shop run by one of those Indian medicine men. In it, amid the jumble of stones, iron jewelry, and glass trinkets, a bowl particularly attracted my attention. It was made of glass, the colors of which were accentuated by the rays of the sun. I entered the shop in order to examine the bowl more closely, and much to my surprise, I found that it was filled with pink water. The medicine man told me that it was an ancient prophecy bowl used by the tribe of Kismet, and when the words “Clotho, Atropos, Lachesis” were pronounced over it, strange things would be revealed. The mystery of it all appealed to my imagination, so I purchased the bowl, and hurriedly took it to my room. Eagerly I pronounced the fatal words “Clotho, Atropos, Lachesis,” and looked into the bowl. A queer ripple began at the edge and spread to the center— then the water was still and clearly a picture was revealed. I saw a miniature picture of a circus—perfect in every detail— and all the figures moved. First of all came the big parade. A queer little clown came along driving a huge car. Merciful heavens! The clown was Skipper DePlacido—and that car was her Stude-baker. The next picture was of a snake charmer, garbed as a Turk. As I looked closer, I recognized Babe Itchkawich. High above, on a flying trapeze, was a slim figure. A close-up showed Judy Williams. Who was that man in striped waistcoat and top-hat calling one and all to visit the wonderful side-show? Not—not—it was— Jack Tobin. This wonderful bowl followed his direction and of all the strange monstrosities of the side-show, it revealed the fat lady. It was Claire Fraquelli. Was this metamorphosis a joy or a heart-ache TIIK SENIOR YEAR HOOK 21 to her—I couldn’t tell; for suddenly the water rippled and grew still. Was this all I was to see? No. That strange ripple began again and I saw a chemist in a smock pouring strange liquids into a test tube. She looked up and I saw the face of—Vera Campbell. The picture changed. Fire! Fire! Smoke belched from a burning building. In an upper window a woman thrust her head out and stretched her arms appealingly. The suspense was terrible—would no one save her? Ah—at last—the fire truck. The gallant chief dashed up a ladder and helped the woman to the ground. The chief pushed the heavy hat back and I saw Evelyn Lowry. Next I saw a race-track. Round and round the horses went. It was wildly exciting while it lasted, but it was soon over and the winner was presented with the cup. The winner was Lillian Matson. Races seemed to be the order of the day, for next I saw the hundred-yard dash of the Olympic games, won by Gladys Palmer. Speedboats always have held a thrill for me and the race I saw next surpassed all others. It was won by a titian-topped slip of a girl—Maryann Crandall. The next picture showed me Niagara Falls—raging, surging, swelling. And over this torrent, balanced lightly on a tight-rope, with a parosol in her hand, was Louise Cook. I trust she reached the other side safely—the picture changed much too quickly for me to see. I seemed to be up in the air next. Oh yes, in a dirigible! And the pilot—the pilot—was Julia Irish. What next? The navigator strolled into view’ and it was Jimmy Fiori. A large policeman was standing back to in the next picture and as he, I beg her pardon, she, turned, I saw Rickey Teutsch. An ancient Ford went rattling by at a terrific clip. Rickey blew her whistle but to no effect—it rattled on. Suddenly along came a motorcycle cop to save the day. And the old Ford stopped, while the driver received a ticket. What was this? The motorcycle cop was Eleda Langworthy. At this moment a big bus went by and the driver waved to the policeman. That driver was Helen Doney. These women carrying on the work of the world were doing fine things, but they wrent too fast for me. The bowl apparently divined my thoughts for that ripple began and I found myself gazing at a barber shop. It was by no means an ordinary one for it was managed by Brunei Novak and his staff of husky Hindoo hair-bobbers. I next saw an orphanage for Hindoo children managed and directed by the gentle Sammy Goldberg. Then I saw a swreet-faced missionary teaching Hawaiian children. The title of the paper she held wras The Evils of the Dance— and this missionary was Virginia Prescott. TIIE SKXIOK YEAR BOOK England. A foggy day! An open field! Cheering crowds. A soccer game in progress! And the valiant captain was none other than Bill Lawson. The next scene was in Luxembourg. I saw a great crowd of people, lining both sides of the street. Down the center, moved the carriage of the President, and in the carriage was the American ambassador, Bob Briggs. Brr . . . icebergs—snow—igloos. Who wTas that in furs, attempting to sell an electric fan to the Eskimaux? Williard Hoxie. Isn’t that just like a man? The ripple again. This time it was Persia and I saw a caliph surrounded by his many wives. On looking closer, I saw Malcolm Hinchliffe. Is this the reward of patience? It was China, this time. A bridge was being constructed over the Yangtze-Kiang. The head engineer was none other than Freda Hannuksela. The ripple didn’t stop this time but the water became clear. I saw the inside of an ocean liner—a chef. As I watched, he tasted the soup—or was it chili sauce?—he was cooking. When he turned around, I saw—Bill Durfee. The ripple stopped altogether then and a classroom in the Westerly High School was revealed. A class was in progress. The teacher wrote on the blackboard some strange characters. Of course, how silly to forget,—shorthand. She turned around to explain to the attentive class and I saw Issie Leon. She was following Miss Endicott’s footsteps. Another classroom ! English this time! And the teacher was— was—no—yes—it was Jimmy Prestini following Miss Hanson’s example. I recalled his fondness for study. The Assembly Hall next! A small girl with raised baton. Laura Rowntree in the place of Mr. Valentine—instructing the pupils in the high and low notes. That ripple began again and when it stopped, I saw the title page of a book. The name was the “History of the World’’ by Hazel Holman. Will wonders never cease? The next thing that appeared was the door of an office. It said, “Private” naturally. It swung inward as I watched and I saw a young lady seated with her feet on the desk. This was Gertrude Greenhalgh, and the office was that of the editor of the Westerly Sun. Before I had ceased wondering at this miracle the scene changed and— Up, up, and up! The picture was high above a city. On a contraption attached to a flagpole was seated a young man. It appeared to be a flagpole sitting contest and by the look on the young man’s face, he seemed to'have a good record. It was Ed Cotter. Well, there is more than one road to fame. Next I saw a strange thing—the label on a box. It said— t:2k skmor year book 23 “Non-Breakable, Clean-All Toothpick. Invented, discovered, and patented by Quent Tucker.” A funeral was in progress. And I saw some of the paid mourners. One girl seemed to be crying quite as heartily as she had laughed in the Senior Play—Minnie Felicetti. The referee had just raised the hand of one of the contestants in a prize fight. The figure on the floor was Nelson Thorp. Then Williard Cook come out of a two-wheeled caravan with a small box of trained fleas to be exhibited. Next a paperhanger. A good job if you can control the paste. This paperhanger apparently could. Albert Green always had deft fingers. Who was that man standing beneath the balcony of a fair maiden? He was strumming a guitar—and was Henry Turissi. Another eloquent speaker appeared. But the sign above her showed she was a “Red.” I never should have thought Madge Ledwidge would have become a Communist. A road was being repaired and I noticed one worker who seemed to be digging much more industriously than others—it was Wenonah Smith. Our class had produced a respectable number of workers, it appeared. Howard—that esteemed institution of protection. The matron (Mary Farago, if you please) was supervising the disposal of a raving maniac. The door of a padded cell gaped wide. At last, however, Dougie Barber was safe. Tra, la, la. An opera singer! Wonderful! The applause was prolonged. The singer was Frances Parker. A radio announcer next! By the movement of his mouth, he seemed at no loss for words. Fred DePietro, in his chosen profession ! Who was that pianist? A second Vincent Lopez it seemed—no less than Tommy Wright. Early morning! Sun just peeping over the hills—and the milkman whistling at his work—pardon, her work. This is another place where women are displacing men, evidently. Eleanor Ruisi was the vendor. The Flo Ziegfeld Follies! A rehearsal was evidently in progress. The bowl showed me one girl—Heavens!—Gertrude Solomon. Another institution of protection! This time it was a home for aged men—and some weren’t so aged either. The matron in charge was Ruth Saunders. I recalled her aversion for men in our high school days. A spotlight played over a stage! Into its brilliance, a figure glided and proceeded to execute a snake dance. The dancer was Ella Bohning. The ripple again! This time it was the melting pot of a steel factory. Elisha Peckham stood with long iron bar in hand, shirt 24 TUI. SKMOR V HAH HOOK open at neck, and sweat on his honest brow. Was this a strong silent man ? And next? A scrubwoman. But certainly the floor was clean after Evelyn Bliven had finished her work. Then a political campaign seemed to be in progress. Banners were flying above the head of the speaker who was addressing the vast throng. The eloquent orator was Girard Nardone, who certainly received his practice while at school. Next, when the ripple had cleared, I saw a clipping from a newspaper. It stated that Polly Perkins was about to start on her eighth matrimonial venture. Certainly the first twelve years are the foundation of a person’s life; but what about the next seven? The vision that followed showed broad farming lands. In the midst of this was an honest son of the soil—plowing. He proved to be A1 Gencarelli. The next picture showed me a country store. A travelling salesman was urging the proprietor to purchase his line of latest dresses. This voluble salesman was Frank Acolina. This time it was another newspaper clipping. The title was “To the Lovelorn” and the article was written by Ellen Sunderland. Who was this sober-faced individual to appear next? A religious fanatic—Mario Albamonti. The next scene showed another home. This time it was for orphaned kittens, and the sole owner, supervisor, and patron was Tish Suprika. Then came a group of aesthetic dancers doing a scarf dance. The leader—Heaven help!—was Fifi Celestino. A night club next—and a high time seemed to be in progress. Cocktails were being shaken, lights blazed—well, a night club. A close-up of the owner showed Laura Thompson. The following picture showed a cabin on the top of a mountain. Here lived a hermit alone, away from all mankind. His hair was long and matted, and he had a long dirty red beard. It was Rube Deutsch. Another contest this time! It appeared to be a non-stop talking test. As I watched, the winner was .crowned. It was none other than Ruth Crandall. She, too, must have received plenty of practice while in school. Spring, glorious spring in the following scene! Flowers blooming, bees booming, butterflies flitting from flower to flower! And after the butterflies, leaping hither and yon with a net—Jimmy Federico! A shop window then, and Gertrude Melbourne wras demonstrating to an admiring crowd the Tower Reducing Machine. The water in the bowl began to turn and swish. Through it I discerned a strange thing. I thought it was another creation but Till: SKMOK YKAR HOOK 25 it proved to be a comet. Then I saw Roland Albamonti looking through a telescope. He had discovered it—the Roly Comet. Suddenly everything stopped—the water was still. Try as I might I couldn’t make it reveal more—its power seemed to be exhausted. I sat back in my chair for a moment, thinking; then I got up to put the bowd away. As I moved toward the cupboard, I felt the bowl slipping from my fingers. I closed my eyes and heard it crash on the floor. When I dared look again, the grey bowl lay shattered in a thousand pieces and the pink water was slowly ruining my best Indian rug. —Ella W. Astill. Clans Song (Tune—Stein Song) High School days are over now. Four years we’ve spent together; Years of joy and friendships so true Will ever fill our memories! In broader fields, our journey lies, We’re entering life’s school; May success crown all our efforts— Let’s all obey the Golden Rule. CHORUS: Here’s to you, Westerly. We will always be loyal and true to you! To the blue! To the white! We will always be ready to fight for you! Here’s to you, boys and girls, and to those who have guided us through the strife! To success, when it comes! And we hope it will enter each life t And now it’s time to say good-bye. All eyes are on the goal, And though tomorrow bring rain or shine There’s loyalty within each soul. To thee we owe whate’er may come Of fame in future days! May God’s blessing linger ’round thee, Oh, High School of our hearts always! —By Beverly B. CrandalL STL) DENT COUNCIL 1929-1930 THi: SKXIOR YEAR HOOK 27 Class Poem Swift four years have flown away And high school days are ended. The morrow brings Commencement Day With joy and sorrow blended. The gates have closed forever And classmates now must part. Tis death alone has power to sever The ties that bind each heart. The road of life before us lies And thither we have to go, Though back we gaze with longing eyes ’Tis useless, as we know. But whate’er lies in store tomorrow We greet with skill untried; And may we meet both joy and sorrow With Learning as our guide. Marian Crandall. 2N THE SENIOR YEAH HOOK CLKSS WILL As attorney of the Class of 1930, it becomes my sorrowful aruF solemn duty to read officially the last will and testament of the beloved deceased. Though I can scarcely see the records for the-tears, I must proceed with the sad business. We, the Class of 1930, being of sound mind, teeth, and heart,, and being in full possession of a sane understanding and logic,. hereby, make, publish, and declare this our last will and testament, annulling and averring void all similar documents previously formed by us. Being of a magnanimous, megalo-maniacal, and munificent nature, we do hereby dispense with such multifarious possessions and effects as may be left after our passing from this world. Item I. We, the Class of 1930, bestow the following warnings: on the incoming Freshman Class: 1. Keep away from the horse fountain. 2. Never usurp the Seniors’ privilege of wearing hob-nailed' heels—you will attract too much attention. 3. Beware of Mr. Maxwell’s black cat; he is a ferocious beast and the quadruped has been known to frighten and molest even Seniors. 4. Do not be afraid of the skeleton in the Lecture Room and do not fail to write your initials on it; the faculty approves highly of the practice as being exceedingly commendable. Item II. To the Freshman Class we bequeath a complete understanding of Miss Mclntire’s wiles, traps, and ensnaring tactics—in geometry, and of Miss Sturtevant’s strange, bewildering manner of expounding irregular verbs and the like. Item III. Upon the Sophomore Class, we hereby confer our exemplary and eulogistical manner of conducting a Junior Prom. Item IV. To the Junior Class, who are in sore need of the following laudatory virtues, we bequeath our originality (?) and graftmanship. Item V. It is the will of the Class that Miss Ring be supplied with a brand-new, shiny curling-iron to replace the one that she Tin: SKXIOU YKAR HOOK 29 generously but unknowingly gave to the Westerly Wet-Wash Laundry recently. Item VI. The Class, through the agency of the Student Council, bequeath to Mr. Holder Lawson’s vacuum cleaner, that it may be easier for him to disencumber the floors of unnecessary paper, thumb-tacks, and other rubbish. Item VII. I, Thomas Wright, having been duly commissioned to draw up this will, do hereby confer the following personal belongings of the Class of 1930 upon members of the succeeding classes, hoping that they will be received in a submissive and appreciative spirit, and properly applied: I, Louise Cook, bequeath my obstreperous and stentorian voice to Rose Hoadley. I. Archina Fletcher, bequeath my “Speedy” equestrianism to Eleanor Scanlon. We, Laura Thompson, Wenonah Smith, and Beverly Crandall, confer our mouse-like silence between classes upon Frances Farn-ham, Elizabeth Mclnnes, and Violet Marra. I, Joseph Turrissi, leave my daily motto and theme song “It’s Better to Lie in Bed” to Julius Wein. WTe, Gerard Nardone and Fred DePietro, solemnly will our nonchalant, effortless manner of demonstrating the most obstruse geometrical propositions to Joseph Brown and Donald McKellar, who are in dire need of it. I, Albert Green, bequeath my inherited right, title, and interest in the battered school piano to Frances Cook, with instructions to treat the aforesaid cruelly-used article with all due respect and tenderness. We, Helen Doney and Vera Campbell, bequeath our nervousness and hesitancy in English class to Althea Nichols and Anna Fraquelli. I, Abraham Itchkawich, leave my occasional twenty-one-ply mustache, which has attracted so much feminine attention at various dances, to Harry Peckham. We, Freda Hannuksela, Ellen Sunderland, and Lillian Matson do will our pompous, haughty demeanor to Ruth Picard, Dot Ryan, and Katherine Blake. I, Frank Acolina, bequeath my reserved seat in the office to Burnie Stenhouse. We, Patsy Celestino, James Fiori, and Alphonse Gencarelli, hereby bestow our nickname “The Three Modern Musketeers” on Bud Christie, Spike Dolan, and Bob Carson. I, Fred Hill, bequeath my vagrant propensities in and out of school (noteworthy out) to Ned Tobin. I, Vero Morrone, leave my terpischorean dexterity on the dance floor to George Smith. We, Elisha Peckham, William Lawson, and Nelson Thorp, do 30 Tin: SENIOR YEAR HOOK bequeath our adherence to each other, which has often proved disastrous, to Henry Stahle, Boutelle, and Joe Rose. I, Samuel Goldberg, do bestow half my towering form on Charles Lamb who is conspicuously lacking in that respect. We, Barbara Briggs and Douglas Barber, do confer our admiration for each other upon Elizabeth York and Donald Bonner. I. Jack Tobin, bequeath my high color, bashfulness, and trembling timidity in delivering addresses in Assembly, to Raymond Ingram. I, Reuben Deutsch, do will to Donald Faulkes my stupendous physical strength and my outstanding athletic prowess. I, John Prestini, do leave my reckless driving and my interest in a certain Junior, a real Ev-“Angeline,” to Arthur Lepper. I, Ruth Saunders, bequeath my innocent, unsophisticated manner, and my intense seriousness as regards school duties to Grace Bliven. I, William Durfee, do bestow my wan, delicate complexion and my frail, fragile, and frangible anatomy upon Jack Scanlon. I, Willard Hoxsie, do will that quivering, infirm article of doubtful powers of conveyance, which I term an “Oakland,” to Eleanor Hoxsie, in order that the aforesaid vehicle may be kept as a family heirloom. I, Thomas Wright, solemnly bequeath my ability in straddling the issue and in reducing assignments by persuasive argument to Heino Vega. I, James Federico, do will my unassuming, tranquil, and serene disposition to Ralph Undrum. We, Evelyn Bliven and Gertrude Solomon, bestow our enviable Honor Roll records upon Annette McCoy and Evelyn Dower. I, Minnie Felicetti, bequeath my famous giggle to Ellen Michie. I. William Cornforth, confer my excitable, vivacious, nervous manner, and my expeditious, sprightly, agile walk on Charles Crandall. We, the Class of 1930, direct that the surplus of our superior intelligence and the glory of our brilliant careers be collocated, reserved, and employed to defray the expense of a stately, ivory-inlaid mausoleum to our honorable memory—such mausoleum to be erected on the high bluffs in the rear of this institution of aggregated erudition. We hereby appoint Mr. Robert Valentine, our greatly beloved director of the science and art of rhythmic combination of tones, sole executor of this, our last will and testament. In witness whereof, we, the Class of 1930, the testators, have to this, our last, sole, and conclusive will and testament, set our hand and seal this twenty-fourth day of June, one thousand nine hundred and thirty. Thomas A. Wright. Attorney at Law. TIIK SKNIOR YEAH BOOK 3t We, Wenonah Smith and Laura Thompson, deans of Westerly High School, do confer the following degrees upon the members of the Class of 1930: Brunei Novak has so greatly increased his power of debate through arguing with Mr. Sherman in Biology class concerning the merits of evolution, that we feel highly honored in giving him the degree of A. P. E. (Always Perfecting Evolution.) On account of the many honors Gertrude Melbourne has won, we bestow upon her the degree W. H. S. (Wins Honors Steadily.) Many of the girls will testify to the statement that William Durfee is a pest. Therefore, we present him with the degree F. A. T., (Forever a Tease.) Douglas Barber’s greatest weakness is girls. He doesn’t understand why they don’t always return his interest. Thus, he deserves the degree D. U. G., (Doesn’t Understand Girls.) Because Reuben Deutsch is our be;t all-around athlete, he is given the degree G. A. S., (Genuine Athletic Star.) We take much pleasure in awarding to Samuel Goldberg the degree of W. I. T., (Wise, Intelligent Thinker.) Is Elisha Feckham returning to his childhood ways? At least, he merits the degree P. E. C. K., (Peck Enjoys Childish Kom-pany.) Lillian Matson is our class artist. She has earned the degree, B. A., (Bachelor of Art.) Because of Jack Tobin’s obvious good-nature, we bestow upon him the degree J. E. A. N., (Joy is Ever A Necessity.) WTho hasn’t enjoyed many a hearty laugh at the funny stories of Ella Astill and Harriett Suprika, our K. K. K., (Klass Komic Komposers?) As Georgia Williams, Ellen Sunderland, and Marion Crandall ' JUNIOR DRAMATIC CLUB TIIF. SENIOR YEAR HOOK 33 are the quietest girls in the class, we give them the degree S. H. S., (Seldom Heard Speaking). Laura Thompson is so sweet, that we cannot refrain from giving her the degree P. E. P., (Pleasing, Entertaining Personality.) Roland Albamonti is industrious enough to earn the degree A. P., (Able Perservering.) To Abraham Itchkawich is awarded the degree B. B. B., (Bright, But Bashful (?) ) Quentin Tucker has said that when Stonington defeats Westerly, he will go to Siberia; therefore, we give him the degree S. 0. S., (Stonington Or Siberia.) On Gladys Palmer, we confer the degree Q. C. F., (Queen of Clark’s Falls.) Gerard Nardone may not be exactly a woman-hater, but still we feel justified in giving him the degree W. C. T. U. (Women Can’t Trouble U.) Because it suits them all, we are giving to Beryl Huling, Evelyn Lowry, Eleanor Ruisi, and Ruth Crandall the degree S. S. V. (Still, Small Voices.) Sweet, curly-headed little Louise Cook certainly lives up to the degree L. B. P. (Little Bo Peep.) Never having seen Patsy Celestino, James Fiori, and Alphonse Gencarelli apart, what else can we call them but T. M. M. (Three Modern Musketeers.) Upon Julia Irish, we bestow the degree J. I. M. (Julia Idolizes Men.) Although Nelson Thorp is very quiet, he nevertheless has done a great deal for our class. In order that his deeds may not go unsung, we give him the degree S. H. Y. (Such a Helpful Youth.) Malcolm Hinchliffe and Fred DePietro are just S. B. N. H. (Seen, But Never Heard.) Since Mario Albamonti is so mischievous, he deserves the degree J. A. K. E. (Joins In All Kut-up Events.) Because of Rickey Tutsch’s delightful laughter, we give her the degree G. G. (Giggling Girlie.) Hazel Holman, Freda Hannuksela, and Frances Parker are T. C. L. (Three Clever Lassies.) Thomas Wright—S. C. O. T. a (Scintillating Comedian is Our Tommy.) Under the assuming exterior of Evelyn Bliven, you will find her A. P. (Always Prepared.) Because Natalie Perkins is so quiet (?), we confer upon her the degree N. A. T. (Not a Talker.) To Eleda Langworthy and Ella Bohning, we give the degree C. A. T. (Charming and Tactful.) 34 THK SENIOR YEAR BOOK Whenever we want anything done, we find Mary Farago 0. G. 0. (Our Golden Opportunity.) Laura Rowntree, Elizabeth DePlacido and Hazel Rochette— the striking resemblance (?) of these midgets make us feel it necessary to call them T. T. T. (Tiny Tripping Triplets.) Frank Acolina, our star comedian and the one in the class who always looks on the bright side of life, we feel is entitled to the degree R. 0. M. E. D. A. (Real Optimistic Man—Every Day Agreeable.) As Gertrude Greenhalgh is so dutiful, she merits the degree R. E. D. (Rarely Ever Delinquent.) We all agree that Barbara Briggs is G. G. G. (Great, Great Girl.) Because of Isabella Leon’s fondness for sweets, we shall have to give her the degree of F. O. C. (Fond of “Cook”ies.) Wiilard Cook has recently manifested such an interest in music that we confer upcn him the degree R. A. V. (Recent Admirer of the Violin.) Romeda Zanella, Minnie Fellicetti, Madeline Ledwidge, Ruth Saunders, and Claire Fraquelli are absolutely inseparable. To them we give the degree G. A. N. G. Nuf said. (The Gang.) Albert Green is our most distinguished pianist. Therefore, we give him the degree T. T. I. (Tickles The Ivories.) Edward Cotter is the champion high school track man of Rhode Island. Thus he receives the degree S. P. E. E. D. (mean-' ing, just “Speed.”) Since the jokes that James Federico continually plays on the various members of the class are innumerable, we must give him the degree P. J. (Practical Joker.) John Prestini’s “sun”ny disposition affords him the degree P. A. T. (Prompt At Three.) Of course Helen Doney will pass for she is P. A. S. (Pretty and Sweet.) Wenonah Smith’s performance in the Senior Play certainly proved to us that she is O. B. A. (Our Best Actress.) Virginia Prescott has her name on the tardy list rather frequently. If one should ask her wh’y, she would answer J. 0. E. (Just Out Entertaining.) Joseph Turrisi seems to enjoy his own company, and you really can’t blame him. Thus we bestow upon him the degree M. A. T. H. (Mighty Are The Hermits.) On account of Gertrude Solomon’s recent interest in jewels, especially “rubies,” we are giving her the degree I. P. S. (Interested in Precious Stones.) William Lawson is not only a hard worker, but he laughs as he toils. On him we confer the degree W. W. L. (Works Willingly and Laughlingly.) 35 Tin: KF.MOIt YEAll HOOK Evelyn Babcock, besides being the neatest girl in the class, has such beautiful curls that we give her the degree C. U. R. L. S. (Calm. Understanding, Righteous, Lovable, and Sweet.) We feel that praise should be given to Monroe Hoxie for his work during the Senior Play. He, therefore, obtains the degree C. C. C.. (Class Chauffeur and Carpenter.) If anyone should see Beverly Crandall at 3:15 he would agree that whether she uses them or not, she certainly carries a sufficient number of books to merit the degree W. L., “Walking Library.” William Cornforth is a most intelligent conversationalist so we are giving him the degree O. M. I. T., “Our Most Interesting Talker.” As Fred Hill journeys every day from the distant region of Chase Hill, on him we confer the degree of F. H., “From the Hills.” Wenonah Smith, Laura Thompson. TO THE CLASS OF THIRTY We wish you luck and much success, We wish you all the happiness That’s to be found in life’s rough way, May fortune good be with you, aye, And opportunity to do The things that make your dreams come true. Now, from this High School as you pass Best wishes from the Freshman Class. —J. T., ’30. W. H. S. FACULTY Leonard B. Holder Chemistry, Drawing Back row left to right Hollace A. Stevens Miss Elizabeth Reynolds Mathematics, Physics English, Latin Miss Elizabeth Ring History, Civics Miss Lillian Fallon Commercial Subjects Miss Fae Hope Domestic Science Miss Mary S. Endicott Joel P. Sherman Commercial Subjects Biology, Science Miss Jane B. Stanton Dramatic Coach and Instructor in Oral English Miss Anna McGovern History, English Miss Marion Murray French, English Charles E. Mason Principal, Science Second row left to right Miss Daphne Wight Algebra, Trigonometry, Geometry Miss Winifred Bogle English, French Miss D. Aim Commercial Subjects Miss Hilda Houston English Mr, Langworthy Iron Work Miss Dorothy Hansen English Miss Kathryn Sturtevant French Charles Marsh Drawing, Industrial Subjects Marguerite McWeeney Latin Till-: SIONlOlt YEAR ROOK � 9 The Orchestra The High School Orchestra is under the direction of Mr. Robert Valentine, Instructor of Music. Membership in the Orchestra is gained by competition, trials are held the autumn of each year, and each member is required to enter these contests anew whether he has been a member of the Orchestra in the past year or not. The Orchestra plays for all high school functions, such as the Senior Play, Prize Speaking, Class Night and Commencement, and it also presents one assembly program for the benefit of the students. The Orchestra this year is unique in several ways. In the first place, this is the first time that the High School Orchestra has ever had its picture in the Senior Year Book. In the second place, the orchestra has grown since our arrival in high school from one of five pieces to one of twenty-two. Not only have many new instruments been added but the size of each part has been greatly increased. The personnel of the Orchestra now includes: Director, Mr. Valentine Concert-Mistress, Miss Isabelle Leon Violins, Mr. William Lawson, Mr. Lyle Burdick, Miss Betty Cheever, Mr. Harold Soleveitzik, Miss Althea Nichols, Miss Mar-celle Hammond, Miss Dorothy Berry, Miss Elizabeth Whalen, Miss Reva Novogroski, and Mr. L. Bennett. Viola, Mr. Jack Tobin Double-Bass, Mr. Ralph Undrum Flute, Mr. Thomas Nichols Saxophone, Mr. Leo Nardone Trumpet, Mr. Aubrey Steadman Drums, Mr. E. Minnecken Piano, Mr. Albert Green, alternate, Miss Frances Cook HONOR SOCIETY GROUP TIIK SKNIOK YKAIt HOOK 41 ' The Honor Society Group The class of 1930 is particularly distinguished in having as a reward for exceptional scholastic achievement during the four years of school work, the largest State Honor Society Group in the history of the Westerly High. This numbers twenty-two. In an assembly, commencement week of our Junior year, most of the group were initiated, but later more names were added to this list. Each member is presented with a certificate and may purchase a very attractive pin, the same symbol which is worn by members of the Honor Society all over the state. The Group is organized with the following officers: The remainder of the group is composed of the following members: President, John Tobin Secretary and Treasurer, Minnie Fellicetti G. Solomon L. Cook R. Saunders E. Langworthy J. Irish E. Sunderland E. Bliven M. Hinchliffe P. Celestino F. Parker R. Tutsch W. Smith I. Leon C. Fraquelli E. Lowry E. Astill H. Suprika G. Melbourne F. Hannuksela G. Greenhalgh M. Crandall i THE SENIOR YEAR HOOK 43 The Senior Play The Senior Class this year presented for its Senior Play a masterpiece which was very unusual and interesting as well as being a side-splitting comedy. It was “Le Bourgeois Gentilhom-me.” “The Would-be Nobleman” by Moliere, whose position among the dramatists of France is as distinguished as that of Shakespeare in England. This play is one of his best. The evolution of the drama is an interesting story and it shows that the success of the performance was due to the whole class and not the producing staff alone. The play “Le Bourgeois Gentilhomme” was written by Moliere in the French of the sixteenth century. In this form it came to the Senior French division under the direction of Miss Katherine Sturtevant. It was studied and translated by this department and then the English Department received the copy for revision and correction. Finally the finished copy was turned over to the Commercial department which, under the direction of Miss En-dicott, went about the work of typing and dittoing thirty-five complete copies. These copies were in turn handed over to the members of the cast and staff, while two copies were placed on file in the Library for reference. Thus it may well be seen that the whole class shared the work of producing our play. The period costumes used in the production were in charge of Miss Marion Murray, while the sixteenth century dancing was ably directed by Miss Winifred Bogle. The most heart-felt gratitude goes to that person who made the play what it was, who praised our merits and condemned our faults, who had the patience of three people, (and she certainly needed it,) who stuck to us through thick and thin, our worthy director, Miss Jane B. Stanton. THE SENIOR YEAR ROOK School Calendar 1929-1930 Sept. 4—School Opens. FOOTBALL AND CROSS COUNTRY Score W. H. S. Op. Sept. 27—South Kingston at Westerly 18 0 Oct. 4—Central Falls at Westerly 19 6 Oct. 11—Windham at Willimantic 6 0 Oct. 18—Bulkeley at Westerly 13 7 Oct. 18—Bulkeley Cross Country at Westerly 21 34 Oct. 23—Senior Promenade. Oct. 24 25—Rhode Island Institute. Oct. 25—Norwich at Norwich 6 0 Oct. 26—Triangular Cross Country Meet at Kingston won by Westerly. Nov. 1—La Salle at Providence 13 14 Nov. 2—Harvard Cross Country Interscholastics at Cambridge. Westerly seventh. Nov. 11—Stonington at Westerly 7 0 Nov. 11—E. C. S. R. I. Conference Cross Country won by Westerly. Nov. 15—Warwick at Westerly 19 0 Nov. 15—Warwick Cross Country at Westerly 5 47 Nov. 16—R. I. Conference Cross Country Meet at Providence, Westerly second. Nov. 22—Chapman Tech at Westerly 0 7 Nov. 27—Football Rally. Nov. 28—Stonington at Stonington 0 6 Dec. 20—Awarding of Football and Cross Country Trophies and Letters. Dec. 20 to January second—Christmas Vacation. 1930. Feb. 12—Lincoln’s Day Assembly Program. Feb. 21—Junior Promenade. Feb. 21 to March 3—Vacation. THK SENIOR YEAR BOOR 45 Score W. H. S. Op. April April April April April April April May May May May May May May May May June June June June June June June June June June .June BASEBALL AND TRACK 16—Chapman Tech at Westerly 23— Bulkeley at New London 24— Senior Play, “Le Bourgeois Gentilhomme” 25— Providence Tech at Westerly 25— R. I. State Freshman and Providence Tech at Kingston; Westerly third. 26— Senior Play repeated. 25 to May 5—Vacation. 7—Norwich at Norwich 10— R. I. Interscholastics at Kingston; Westerly Fifth. 13—Windham at Westerly 15—Dual Track Meet at Norwich 17__Chapman Tech at New London 20— Norwich at Westerly 21— E. C.-S. R. I. Conference Meet; Westerly tied for third place. 24— Stonington at Stonington 30—Stonington at Westerly 2—Week of Martha C. Babcock Prize Essay Contest. 4—Bulkeley at Westerly. 6— Warwick at Westerly. 7— R. I. Conference Relay. 11— Windham at Willimantic. 22— Baccalaureate Exercises. 23— Prize Speaking. 24— Class Night Exercises. 25— Graduation. 25— Senior Reception. 26— Banquet. 4 3 5 12 5 53 0 1 16 7 9 11 3 55 10 5 6 6 00 T Tin: SFNIOIt YEAH lt KIK 47 Captain, James Fiori Coach, D. H. Rogers Manager, Frank Acolina Starting the season with five veterans, Coach Rogers developed one of the best teams that has ever represented Westerly-High School. Out of the ten games played, Westerly won seven, defeating South Kingston, Central Falls, Windham, Bulkeley, Norwich, Ston-ington, and Warwick. The other three games, our home team lost to La Salle by one point, and to Chapman Tech and Stonington, each by one goal. It also captured the Eastern Connecticut-Southern Rhode Island League Championship and placed second in its class in the state. At the end of the season, William Dolan. ’31, a me.mber of the ’varsity for two years, was elected captain of the 1980 football team, to succeed Jimmie Fiori. Dolan is one of Westerly High School’s outstanding athletes, and it is expected that he will lead his team through another successful season. W. H. S. CROSS COUNTRY 19 29 TILE SENIOR. YEAR HOOK 49 CROSS 4- COUNTRY Captain, Edward Cotter Coach, C. A. Marsh Manager, Benjamin Simmons Led by Captain Speed Cotter, Westerly has enjoyed the best Cross-Country season in its history, having won four out of six meets. In the first meet, Westerly defeated South Kingston by a very large margin. Next, contesting with Norwich and the Rhode Island State Freshmen at Kingston, Westerly led by a score of 38 to R. I. F. 41, and Norwich 45. In the third meet of the year, the team journeyed to Cambridge, where they placed seventh in the Harvard Interscholastics. The Eastern Connecticut-Southern Rhode Island Conference Championship was easily won, and in the final dual meet of the year, the team defeated Warwick High by the score of 5 to 47. To end the season, at the Rhode Island Conference meet held in Providence, Westerly finished second, La Salle winning the premier position. In this meet, Captain Cotter finished first, proving himself the best schoolboy cross-country runner in Rhode Island. Magni, a Junior, was elected captain of next year’s crosscountry team at the close of the season, and it is hoped that he will have as successful a season as his predecessor. BLUE AND WHITE TRACK TEAM 1930 Til E SKMOR YEAR ROOK 51 Captain, Reuben Deutsch Coach, C. A. Marsh Manager, Benjamin Simmons This year the track team enjoyed a fairly successful season. Handicapped by the rule which says that a person can not go out for baseball and track at he same time, Coach Marsh deserves great credit for developing the team as he did. In the first meet of the year, we finished third against the strong squads of Rhode Island State Freshmen and Providence Tech. Our showing at Kingston in the Rhode Island Conference meet, however, was not very impressive as we placed only fifth. In our next meet, with Norwich, we lost by one point, and finally, in the last meet of the year, the Eastern Connecticut-Southern Rhode Island Interscholastics, we made a better showing by tying for third place with Chapman Tech. Captain “Rube” Deutsch, Ed. Cotter, “Kit” Carson, Nelson Himes, Billy Mitchell, Charlie Trumpetto, and “Hal” Soloveitzik were the outstanding scorers of the team. All of these men except Captain Deutsch and Cotter will be with the team next year, and it is expected that they will enjoy an even more successful season. W. H. S. BASEBALL TEAM 1930 Tin: SKMOIt VKAH HOOK 53 BASEBALL Captain, Patsy Celestino Coach, Joel P. Sherman Managers, E. Boutelle and H. Stahle This year Westerly High School has had one of the most successful baseball teams since the 1927 season. During this spring we have defeated Norwich Free Academy for the first time in three years. We have also beaten our old rival, Ston-ii gton, twice, by the scores of 16 to 6 the first game and 7 to 6 the second game. The pitching this year has been equally divided between Novak and Tucker, each of whom has turned in some fine performances. The other men, who helped to make the team a success, were: Captain Celestino, Bill Dolan, Bob Mudge, Dana Christy, Leo Dotolo, Bernie Stenhouse, John Collings, and “Rube” Deutsch. Next year it is thought that we shall have an even more successful season as only a few regulars, most of whom are pitchers, will be lost by graduation. 54 THK SENIOR YEAR ROOK Class Poem Farewell little brown desks Where we’ve toiled in work and in jest. Tis sad to leave thee But others there’ll be Who will read the old books In these very same nooks. Farewell, Cicero and Vergil, No more bold exploits on the Palatine Hill; No more shall Aeneas return To haunt us in verses we learn, Nor shall we see each night The aged Anchises sad plight. Farewell, cruel English Grammar, No more our trembling accents stammer “Shall and will,” and “lay and lie,” Whom we’ve struggled to defy; For it is difficult to know Just how to treat each dreaded foe. Farewell, massive old door, That will open to us no more. We shall miss your familiar squeak, And, if only you could speak, I know the words you would say Would hasten us on our way. Ruth Crandall. eWa Motto of the Class of 1930 “Savoir est Pouvoir” Class Colors Green and Gold THE SENIOR YEAR IIOOK Class of 1930 John Dudley Tobin, ' Jack, ' ‘John D. “Dud? Elm Street School Class President. I, 4; Editor in-Chief Senior Board. 4: Assistant Editor-in-Chief Senior Board. 3; Student Council. 4; Track, 4; Cantata. I. 2. 3. 4; Operetta. “All at Sea. I; Traffic Squad. 4; Penny Carnival. I; Country Fair. 2; Class Constitution Committee. 3; Sub-Freshman Day. 2. 3; Dramatic Club. 4; Orchestra. I. 2. 3. 4; Glee Club, 1.2; 3. 4; Chorus. I. 2, 3. 4; Honor Roll, I. 2. 4; Rhode Island Honor Society, 4; President of Honor Society. 4; Rhode Island State College Chemistry Contest. 3; Senior Play. 4; White Elephant Board. 2; Christmas Entertainment, I; Chairman Social Committee; Student Council. 4; Vaudeville. 3. Jack is the in jean ious, many-sided Franklin of our class As well as winning a place on the Rhode Island State Honor Society, he is successful as an athlete, a musician, a story writer, a poet and editor, a social worker, and an official leader. We feel sure that he will gor far with his high ambitions. His engaging personality has made him a friend to all. r� 6______________THE SENIOR YEAR KOOK -- ----------------------------------------------------- Frank Joseph Acolina Elm Street School Class President. 2; Class Treasurer. 3, 4; Senior Board, 4; Advertising Manager, 4; Student Council, 2, 3; Cantata. I. 2. 3; Operetta. “All At Sea, I; Dramatic Club, 2, 3; Sub-Freshman Day Program. 2. 3; Inter-Class Baseball. 2. 3, 4; Football Manager, 4; Asst. Football Manager, 3; Senior Reception Committee, 3; Glee Club, I, 2. 3; Prize Speaking (Second Prize). 3; Chorus, I, 2. 3; Class Gifts. 4; Senior Play. 4; White Elephant Board, 2; Pawtucket Dramatic Day Play, 3. This mighty atom of the Senior Class is known for his accomplished wit and humor. Moreover, as an actor and leader in various class activities. Frank has won a distinguished place for himself. As Monsieur Jourdain in the Senior Play, he made the hit of the year. Acolina’t my name, with a capital A”. Ella Winifred A still Elm Street School Senior Prom Committee. 4; Penny Carnival, I; Dramatic Club, 2; Second Prize Martha C. Babcock Essay Contest. 3; Chorus, 2. 3, 4; Class Prophecy. 4; Honor Roll, I, 2. 3, 4; R I. State Honor Society, 4; Usher for Senior Play. 4; Ail Typewriting Awards; Commercial Club, 3; Typing Senior Play, 4. In the year 1912. the Creator must have had at His disposal a surplus of gray matter, so He was generous to Ella. If physical stature depended on mental greatness. Ella would stand ten times her present height. ’’For if she will, she will, you may depend on't, And if she won’t, she won't, and there’s an end on’t.” Mario John Alhamonti, “Jake” Elm Street School Cantata. I, 2; Inter-Class Baseball. 2, 3. 4; Soccer. 3, 4; Orchestra. 2; Chorus. I, 2, 4; Senior Play. 4. A stranger gazing on Mario for the first time almost invariably would utter: Isn't he cute! Only the other day we overheard an argument between two members of the foolish sex as to whether or not Jake’s hair was naturally curly. Won’t you settle the question yourself ’’Life is but a span: I’ll every inch enjoy.” 57 THE SENIOR YEAR BOOK Roland Joseph Albamonli Elm Street School Football. 1. 4; Cantata. I; Penny Carnival, I; Chorus, I, 2. 3. 4; Senior Play, 4; Aviation Club, 3. Roland is one of the big three in our commercial class. When he goes to Bryant and Stratton in order to learn more about business methods and management, we know he will succeed because of his experience in the A. P. Lord of Himself.” Evelyn Babcock Hopkinton High School Have you ever noticed the sudden brightening of the room when Evelyn enters? You've guessed it—it's her smile and laughing eyes. If the eyes are truly the windows of the soul, how lovely her soul must be! Charming to everyone—pleasant and true. Douglas Girard Barber, “Doug” “Ding,” “Handsome” Bradford Grammar School Inter-Class Baseball, 3, 4; Traffic Squad, 3; Senior Play, 4; Radio Club, 3. We wonder if Doug will come back to dear W. H. S. and teach future students something about History? No question which Miss Ring may ask can phase Ding. Many an argument has been quelled by Barber s boundless knowledge of historical lore. Faint heart never won fair lady.” THE SENIOR YEAR HOOK 6 Evelyn Monica Bliven, “Eve” Bradford Crammar School Civics Council. I; Chorus. I, 2. 3. 4; Honor Roll, 2, 3, 4; R. 1. State Honor Society. 4; Senior Play, 4. A pair of sparkling brown eyes—-now dancing with mischief. now fixed alertly on the weary teacher as if to devour her every word—that's Evelyn. If Evelyn were not prepared. with the right answer at the tip of her dainty tongue. the faculty would require immediate resusitative attention. That one most lives Who thinks most, feels the noblest, Acts the best.” Patsy Celestino, ‘‘Fi i, “ «[ Elm Street School Senior Board. 4; Subscription Manager, 4; Baseball. 3, 4; Captain. 4; Track, I; Traffic Squad, 4; Constitution Committee. 2; Ticket Committee Senior Prom. 4; Inter-Class Baseball, 3; Cross Country. I; Chorus, I. 2.; Honor Roll. I, 2,; R 1. State Honor Society, 4; Senior Play, 4. A resounding crack I A little, white object flying through the air I The tense excitement of hundreds of persons, breathless! A short figure running across the grass, arms outstretched. An involuntary cheer bursts from the stands as our little Captain makes another put-out. No wonder W. H. S. trounced Stonington so badly this year with Fifi to lead the team on. Fifi also has a marvelous memory for quotations and for hitching them to the proper owner—much to the delight of Miss Hanson. He was a scholar, and a ripe and good one; Exceeding wise, fair-spoken, and persuading.” Ella Letcis Bohning, “I’ntf y” Hopkinton High School Usher at Senior Play, 4; Chorus. 4. If you're desirous of learning back-hand writing, just step up to Trudy. She is a perfect wizard at the art. Keep up your extensive correspondence, Ella. You certainly have put Hope Valley on the map. f Cheerful, very pleasant and helpful is she.” Til h! SENIOR YEAR ROOK 5 Barbara Louise Briggs, “Bupps“Bab” “Bob” Ashaway Crammar School laas Secretary. 2, 4; Cantata. 2. 3. 4; Senior Prom Committee. 4; Inter-Class Baseball. 3; Chorus. I, 2. 3, 4; Honor Roll. 4; Senior Play. 4; Freshman Party, 4. Heading our list of hilarious, uproarious girls stands Barba ra of the spontaneous smile, who also has shown mn amazing inaptitude in the art of being dull. She'i modelI at ony, and blithe at the’t bonny.” Willard Lobdell Cook, “Cookie” “M ill” Pawcatuck Valley School Chorus. I. 2. 3, 4; Inter-Class Baseball, 2, 3, 4; Aviation Club, 2. Although Will says little, he nevertheless thinks a great deal, and is frequently seen in deep meditation. He loves music—the dreamy sort, you know, and of late he has developed a particular fondness for the violin—a certain violin, or violinist, perhaps? Bashfulness is an ornament to youth.” Vera Mary Campbell Elm Street School Cantata. 1,4; Glee Club. I, 4; Chorus, I, 2, 3, 4; Senior Play. 4; Handicraft Club, 3. Just watch for the rush at the Westerly Hospital! Why? Simply because Vera is going in training. What •bliss to have her hover over you with her cheerful smile, making your pains disappear all too soon! Fair tresses man’s imperial race ensnare 60 THE SENIOR YEAR HOOK Martha Loui.se Cook, “Tillie the Toiler“Cooky“Fmie” Tintie High School, Eureka, Utah Salutatorian, 4; Senior Board, 3, 4; Exchange Editor. 4; Cantata, 3, 4; Sub-Freshman Day Play, 2; Dramatic Club. 2; English Club, 3, 4; Glee Club. 3. 4; Chorus. 3. 4; Honor Roll, 2, 3. 4; R. I. State Honor Society, 4; Senior Play, 4; Travel Club, 3; Chorus Accompanist, 4: English Club Pageant, 3. Louise is sure to make an artist of one type or another, since she excels with both pen and brush, and at the pianoforte. Me feel that someday we will be very proud of our little Western classmate We dare not re Pete the reason why she so greatly prefers the West to the East. The ivory keys beneath her slightest touch are Blessed with speech and utter tender words.” W ill i am Huskesson Lduard Corn forth Bulkely High School Senior Play. 4. '‘Bill's status as a member of the Class of ’30 was firmly established when he spoke those memorable words, -1 couldn't come any sooner” in his crisp, businesslike ( ) accents. Bill would seem to be the enigmatic mystery man of our class. •4h! it s nice to get up in the morning But it's nicer to lie in bed.9 Beverly Beresford Crandall, “Bev West Broad Street School Cantata, 2, 3, 4; Dramatic Club. Chorus, I, 2, 3, 4; Senior Play, 4. 2, 4; Glee Club, 3. 4; Beverly is a good sport. If it weren't for the use of her car, some of us would miss many good times. Well remember your generosity, Bev, for a long time. In spite of all the plaintiff’s fury Your smile would bribe both judge and jury.” THE SENIOR YEAH HOOK «1 Marion Estoll Crandall, “Ku� ty” Cookstown School Inter-Class Baseball, 2; Chorus. I, 2, 3, 4; Honor Roll, I 2. 3. 4; R I. State Honor Society, 4. In spite of the old saying, red hair and a sunny disposition often go hand in hand, and Marion appears to possess both. Never hesitate to ask her for her opinion on any question, since she will always give it; a rather pessimistic one. sometimes, to be sure, but always suggested in a cheerful manner. H or king in conscious harmony and rhythm With the great scheme of God's great universe. On toward her being’s end!” Marcus Eduard Cotter, “Speed,” “Ed Valhalla (New York) Grammar School Student Council, 2; Track, 2. 3. 4; Cross Country, 2. 3, 4; Captain, 3, 4; Class Ring Committee, 2; Chorus, I, 4; P. T. Director, 3, 4; Senior Play, 4; Typewriting Awards; Aviation Club, 3. In spite of the fact that quiet and order will be restored to our supposedly solemn class rooms with the departure of Speed, it nevertheless is clear that our track and crosscountry teams will suffer. May he retain throughout his life, his rare ability as a leader! A running sportsman merry. Kutli Arnold Crandall Elm Street School English Club, 3; English Club Pageant, 3; Vaudeville, 3; Martha C. Babcock Essay Contest, 2; Chorus, I, 2, 3, 4. Ruth is one of our gentlest members, and although she says very little, by winning a place in the Martha C. Babcock Prize Essay Contest while yet a Sophomore, she added glory to the class of '30. She believes that the pen is mightier than the tongue, and she has certainly given us just cause to agree with her. A soft, patient, tranquil spirit. THE SENIOR YEAR HOOK U Elisabeth Mary DePlacido, “Lis,” “Lizzie Elm Street School Commercial Club, 3; Chorus, I, 2, 3. 4; Typing Awards. Although Lizzie is so very short she certainly can drive that big Stude of hers and we have relished the many rides she has given us around town or up to the field when we have gone out for baseball. Although Liz’ ' says she is going to be somebody's “stenog, we think that she would make a very fine chauffeur. A willing heart, a willing hand.” Fred He Pietro, “Felix,” “Sprouts“ Elm Street School Penny Carnival, I; Chorus, 1, 2. Seen and not heard is Fred in his classes. In a contest held at W. H. S.. he emerged victorious, being the only contestant, who in three weeks' time wore out three books, from concentration. Whence is thy learning? Hath thy toil O'er books consumed the midnight oil?” Helen Elizabeth Honey Elm Street School Cantata, I, 2; Operetta, All At Sea, I; Banquet Committee, 4; Class Night Committee. 4; Charge of Caps and Gowns, 4; Handicraft Club. 3; Le The Dansant, 3; Costume Mistress Senior Play, 4; Chorus. 1. 2. 3. 4; Glee Club, Sometimes, when gazing at Helen, we wonder if she is the reincarnation of the original Helen—so fair is she. Her a Bill ity at holding responsible positions was shown in her careful handling of the costumes during the Senior Play. ”The sweet mirage of youth and beauty On Helen’s cheek forever lies.” the senior year rook «3 Reuben Ueutseb, “Rube“Rubie Elm Street School football. I. 2, 3. 4. Baseball. 1. 2, 3. 4; Track. I. 2. 3. 4 aptain. 4, Inter-Class Baseball Manager, 4; Soccer, Cross Country. 1; P T. Director, 3. 4; Inter-Class Cross Country. 3; N. E. Interscholastic Track Meet, 4; Senior Board, 3; Cantata. I, 2, 3; Operetta. ''All At Sea, I, Vaudeville. 3; Constitution Committee, 2; Senior Prom Committee. 4; English Club, 3, 4; Treasurer. 4; Senior Reception Committee. 3; Glee Club, I, 2; Chorus. I, 2, 3. 4, Radio Club, 3; Senior Play. 4; Banquet Committee, 4. Rube. Westerly's track captain, is our speediest man on the cinder path because he is so inclined to step on the CAS He has lately become an earnest student of the Bible, especially the Book of Proverbs. ”H'h . he’s a real man. a gentleman to the heart’s core,— Honest in his dealings; true to his friends, but ruthless H ith his enemies; and an athlete, every inch of him.” Mary Katherine Farago, “Mary K.” Elm Street School Senior Board, 3, 4; Tattles Editor, 4; Cantata. 1, 2, 3, 4; Operetta. All At Sea, I ; Country Fair. 2 ; Penny Carnival, I i Constitution Committee, 2; Sub-Freshman Day Committee. 4; Dramatic Club. 2, 3, 4; Inter-Class Baseball, 4; Soccer, 3; Hockey, I; Glee Club, I, 4; Chorus. I. 2. 3, 4; Chorus Monitor. 4; P. T. Director. 4; Senior Play. 4; Gymnasium, 4. Little, but oh my! Who has ever seen a little body with so much pep and “punch, mostly punch, as many unfortunate youth have too late realized. Her smiling disposition and cheerful spirit, ever ready to give or take a joke, will always secure the good-will of everybody. Laugh and the world laughs with you; weep, and you weep alone is Mary s motto—and she’s seldom alone. Cause I’s wicked— is. I's mighty nicked, anyhow, I can’t help it.” W illiam Herbert Ihirfee, Junior, “Bi ” Tomaquag Valley School Inter-Class Baseball, 3. 4; Chorus, I, 2, 3, 4; Senior Play. 4. Bill's greatest accomplishment is the retaining of his school-girl complexion His motto is Reach for a cake of Palmolive and keep the skin you love to touch. Although he is considered the smartest boy in IV-B English Class, the honor means nothing, since it was bestowed upon him when the remainder of the class was absent. Being a typical Epicurean. Bill is never seen without a broad grin on his face. Something between a hindrance and a help.” At THE SENIOR YEAR ROOK James Fiori, Elm Street School Football, I, 3, 4; Captain, 4; Traffic Squad. 4; Inter-Class Baseball. 2; Chorus. I, 2; Track, I; Senior Play, 4; Class Night Committee, 4; Banquet Committee. 4. We predict a great future for Jim. He has just the physique for a doorman at Roxy's or a head-waiter at some night-club. We may be wrong—he may become a wrestler, but we are sure that his physique is his fortune. A man of much character.” Carmelft Katherine Felicetti, “Minnie Honor Roll, I, 2, 3. 4; R. I. State Honor Society, 4 Cantata. 2, 3. 4; Country Fair. 4; Constitution Committee 2; Senior Prom Committee, 3; Sub Freshman Day, 4 Dramatic Club, 2; Inter-Class Baseball, 2, 3; Captain, 4 Hockey, I; Inter-Class Baseball Manager, 3; Senior Recep tion Committee. 3; Glee Club, 3, 4; Chorus, I, 2, 3, 4 Senior Play, 4; Typewriting Awards; Gymnasium, 2, 3, 4. Without Minnie's hearty laughter and Nervous feelings. W. H. S. would have been a morgue for the past four years. It was certainly the most natural thing in the world for her to burst into peal upon peal of jolly, uproarious mirth in her part of the maid. Nicole, at the Senior Play. James Federico, “Jim” Elm Street School % Class Vice President, 3; Student Council. 3, 4; Presidents 4; Football, 4; Cantata, I, 2, 4; Operetta. All At Sea, 1; Traffic Squad, 4; Country Fair, 2; Penny Carnival. I; Senior Prom Committee. 4; Dramatic Club, 2, 3; Inter-Class Baseball, 2, 3. 4; Soccer, 3; Chairman Senior Reception Committee, 3; Glee Club. I, 2; Senior Play, 4; Chorus, I, 2. 3, 4; Typewriting Awards, 4; Class Night Committee, 4. Jim is the star basketball player of Battery E, and we would feel sorry indeed for any school rival if W. H. S. had a court team. The class is mighty proud to possess a star who it is confident will distinguish himself in fields other than that of basketball after graduation. A man so various that he seemed to be Not one, but all mankind's epitome.” THE SENIOR YEAR HOOK 65 Claire Marie Fraquelli Elm Street School Rhode Island State Honor Society. 4; Honor Roll, 2. 3, 4 Chorus. I, 2. 3, 4; Cantata, I, 2, 3, 4; Operetta. I; Dramatic Club. 2, 3; Senior Play, 4; The Senior Class has become famous (or perhaps infamous) partly because of the influence of a group of young people, popularly termed “The Gang. If it were not for the restraining hand exercised by Miss Claire, the exploits of this group would probably reach much more distant ears. Zealous though modest. Gertrude Greenhalgh, “Goity” Hopkinton High School Chorus, 3, 4; Honor Roll, 4; R. 1. State Honor Society. 4; Usher at Senior Play, 4; All Typewriting Awards; Commercial Club, 3. Did you ever see anyone who could blush so easily and so prettily? Perhaps blushing gave her hair that “blond and red tinge. It's a very effective combination. Gertrude, and one for which we all envy you. Something in ilku part of thee. To praise, to love, I find. But dear as is thy fo’tn to me. Still dearer is thy mind. Alphonse Gencarelli, “Doc,” “Al” “Phonsie ” “Ginger ’ Elm Street School Class Treasurer, 2; Chorus, I, 2; P. T. Director. 2, 3, 4. No. no. girls, wrong again: he's no movie actor. Its none other than Al Gencarelli. our foremost tonsorialist. Nights after school, many girls are seen going by_ Al’s shop We wonder why. Doc has a great love for Harmony. and many a gloomy miss has been comforted by his soothing voice. Young fellows will be young fellows. THE SENIOR YEAR HOOK •« Albert Ernest Green, “Al” Bradford Grammar School Class President, 3; Senior Board, 3, 4; School Notes Editor, 4; Student Council, 2, 3; Cantata. I, 2, 3. 4; Operetta. All At Sea,” I; Penny Carnival. 2; Orchestra, 2, 3, 4: Glee Club, I, 2, 3, 4; Chorus. I, 2, 3. 4; White Elephant Board, 2. 3. We would spend our days in dreaming too, Albert, if our eyelashes were long and sweeping like yours. But they are not your sole claim to fame. We all want reserved seats when you make your debut in New York's most exclusive symphony hall. If music be the food of lore, play on Give me the excess of it. Frfitla Marie Hannuksela Hopkinton High School Honor Roll, 4; R. I. State Honor Society, 4. Who says modern youth is pessimistically inclined? We protest—look at Freda, our great optimist. May her life be as kind and prosperous as she is deserving! Worth, industry, courage, these indeed Your sustenance and birthright are. s Samuel Goldberg, “Sammy” “Schopenhauer” Elm Street School Football. 4; Track. 3. 4; Cantata, ball, 2, 3; Manager. 3; Soccer. 3; Senior Play, 4. I ; Inter-Class Base-Chorus, I, 2, 3, 4; i ? I football player of worth and an ardent disciple of Schopenhauer. Sam has proven himself a young man of dual nature, quite unfathomable. Short of stature he was but strongly built and athletic. Broad in the shoulders, deep-chested, with muscles and sinews of iron. THE SENIOR YEAR BOOK 67 Frederic llill, “Fred” Hopkinton High School Inter-Class Baseball, 3. 4; Soccer, 3; Chorus, I, 2, 3, 4. Fred likes everything about the school except the report cards. We have often wondered over this and why he takes so long to bring them back. However, in pursuits other than classical, Fred need never blush when his name is mentioned. Small Latin, lets Greek. Hazel May Holman, “Ducky” Carolina Grammar School Prize Speaking, 3; Chorus, 1, 2, 3, 4; Typewriting Awards. We have often wondered why so many pupils get up very early in the morning, and only by cramming their break fasts down and by doing the 100-yard dash in record time, manage to catch the Meadowlark Flyer to come to school. We have discovered the reason—Hazel comes in every morning on that train. Hazel has, in addition to her comeliness, a very jolly disposition, and if you should hear a good, healthy laugh, you may be sure that Hazel is near. Given to romping and jollity.” t Malcolm Hinchliffe, “Mai” “Hinchy” Class Secretary, 3; Cantata, I, 2, 3, 4; Operetta, All At Sea, I; Inter-Class Baseball, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club, I, 2, 4; Chorus. I, 2. 3. 4; R. I. State Honor Society, 4. Malcolm has a valuable trait which others might to well to imitate—his golden silence. We can be certain that his words will never betray him. What latent talent lies concealed beneath that enigmatic, quiet surface? His life was gentle, and the elements So mix'd in him, that nature might stand up And say to all the world, 'This was a man! « 68 TIIE SENIOR YEAH BOOK W illaril Monroe II ox.sir, Junior, “Khji v” Pawcatuck Valley School Track. 4; Penny Carnival. I; Inter-Class Baseball. 3; Chorus. I, 2. 3. 4; Sub-director P. T.. 3, 4; Senior Play, 4; Stage Manager, 4; Aviation Club. 3. Whoever nicknamed Hoxsie Rusty certainly knew nothing about him. Far from Rusty is he on the track field. He has become so accustomed to throwing huge, heavy milk-bottles around, that hurling a twelve-pound shot-put is a mere pebble to Rusty. Hang Sorrow! Care will kill a cal. And therefore lei’s be merry. Beryl Edna Haling, “Be“Bubbles” Hopkinton High School Typewriting Awards; Chorus. 3, 4; Dramatic Club, 3. There is the saying that silence speaks louder than words. In spite of her noiseless manner, we know by the earnest, intent expression on her face, that Beryl's mind holds some glorious secret. Some day, when opportunity knocks and she discloses to the world the results of her meditations and thought, mankind will profit by her ideas just as her classmates have profited bv her tranquility. Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace.’’ Julia C. Irish Hopkinton High School Senior Play, 4; Typewriting Awards; R. I. State Honor Society. 4; Chorus. 3, 4; Honor Roll. 4. Julia is the only student in our midst from Rockville, f there are any more like you, Julia, send them along. Her sunny disposition has won for her many friends among both girls and boys. Her lips are roses wet wi’ dew, O, what a feast her bonny mou’! Her cheeks a mair celestial hue, A crimson still diviner!” Till-) SENIOR YEAR BOOK Eleda Langworthy, ‘7,rp” Hopkinton High School Honor Roll. 4; R. I. State Honor Society, 4; Senior Play, 4; Dramatic Club, 3; Typewriting Awards. Lee is so reserved that only her closest friends understand her real nature. Would that she might share with us the fun that is hiding so mischievously in those sparkling eyes! Grace was in all her steps, heaven in her eyes.” Abraham It illiam Itvhkauich, “l ky“Abie,” “Villie” Elm Street School Football, 2, 3, 4; Track, I; Cantata, I, 2. 3; Operetta, All At Sea,” I; Traffic Squad, 4; Penny Carnival, I; Sub-Freshman Day. 4; Inter-Class Baseball. 2, 3, 4; Soccer. 3. 4; Glee Club, I, 2; Chorus, I, 2. 3; Senior Play, Abie is our class dreamer, his thoughts sometimes leading him far from his studies. We wonder what cause him to be such a visionary Mystic. The atroeious crime of being a young man. Helen Madeline Lednidge, “Madge” Elm Street School Penny Carnival, I; Dramatic Club, 2, 3; Hockey, I; Chorus. I, 2. 3. 4; Glee Club, I, 2, 3, 4; Cantata, I, 2, 3, 4; Senior Play. 4; Typewriting Awards; Gymnasium, 4. Madeline, the “granda dama of our class! Whoever did not see her. dignified and beautiful, in the Senior Play, certainly missed a treat. But Madeline is not always on her dignity, and she has proven herself quite as charming to her classmates as to her play audience. Thy soul was like a star and dwelt apart. 70 THE SENIOR YEAR ROOK J¥ illiam Whitelaw Lawson, “fill ” Elm Street School Senior Board. J, 4; Business Manager, 4; Student Council, 4; Cantata, I, 2. 3; Operetta, All At Sea,” I; Traffic Squad, 4; Country Fair, 2; Penny Carnival. I; Sub-Freshman Day Program, 4; Dramatic Club, 4; Orchestra, I. 2. 3, 4; Glee Club, I, 2, 3; Chorus. I, 2, 3; Honor Roll, 4; Senior Play, 4; Press Representative, 4. Nobody appreciates Bill—except Bill. Like someone we once read about, he has the most ingenious knack of going about things the wrong way, and having them turn out right, after all. Bill is one of the most willing and industrious boys in the class. Has anyone here seen Peck and Thorpie? dare do all that may become a man. Who dares do more, is none.” Isabella Z.rlln Leon, Elm Street School Cantata. I, 2, 3, 4; Orchestra. I, 2, 3, 4; Orchestras for Operetta, I; Penny Carnival. I; Country Fair, 2; Dramatic Club, 4; Inter-Class Baseball, 3; Glee Club. I, 2, 3, 4; Chorus. I, 2. 3, 4; Prize Speaking. 3; Chorus Monitor, 4; Honor Roll, 2, 4; R I. State Honor Society, 4; Senior Play. 4; Typewriting Awards: White Elephant Board. 2. 3; Christmas Play, I. We wonder if we were granted a glimpse into Isabella's future when she played the part of the Music Master in the Senior Play? On the road that your feet will travel are the golden footprints of the great maestros that passed before. It is our wish that you may never falter, but press on until you reach the goal. One well known by her jolly air. Her laughing eyes, and jet black hair.” Evelyn Lowry, “£� ” Elm Street School Usher at Senior Play, 4; Typewriting Awards; Honor Roll, 2, 3, 4; R. 1. State Honor Society, 4; Commercial Club, 3; Dramatic Club. 2; Chorus, I, 2, 3, 4. What is the reason that the class of '30 has the largest State Honor Society Group in the history of the school Ev is one of the main reasons. So quiet and gentle (?), but just mix a little too much teasing with Ev's temper, and you will see the Fourth of July hiding its face in shame. When you commence teaching. Ev, we're all coming back to take a Commercial Course. A mighty genius lies hid under this exterior. Till-: SENIOR YEAR HOOK 7f Lillian Matson, “tiP’ Elm Street School Senior Board. 4; Art Editor. 4; Chorus, I. 2. 3; Glee Club. I . Cantata, I ; Honor Roll, I ; Art for Senior Play, 4 What would the scenery of the Senior Play have been but for Lillian? All during her four years, she has been one of our most clever artists. From her capable brain and nimble fingers come the clever cover designs for the Senior.” W'e should not be surprised if. some day, Lillian's paintings might grace the Metropolitan Art Museum. Heart to conceive, the understanding to direct. And a hand to execute.” Gertrude Adeline Melbourne, “Edurtregw Hopkinton High School English Club, 3, 4; Senior Board, 4; Vaudeville, 3; Chorus. 3. 4; Honor Roll, 4; R. 1. State Honor Society, 4; R. 1. State College Chemistry Contest. 3. Studious, quiet, thoughtful, earnest, and original are the adjectives that describe her most adequately. The winning of a memorial scholarship in Chemistry and her charming articles written for the “Senior indeed prove her the shining star of our class. Gertrude bids fair to become, in future years, a second Louis Pasteur, and to give something of the utmost value to the world. ”---A round woman, who, with insight keen. Had wrought a scheme of life, and measured well Her womanhood: had spread before her feet A fine philosophy to guide her steps. Itrunel Peter Novak, “ Jrii i, “Briny” Hopkinton High School Baseball, 3. 4; Chorus. 3. From distant Hopeless Valley, where the sun never sets, comes Brunei. In classes, teachers would lecture for a whole period on some important subject, hoping that Novak might absorb it. only to find him in Fairyland at the end of the discourse They have even been concerned for fear that he might have contracted sleeping-sickness. Brunei's pitching, however, has helped W. H. S. tremendously. and should he ever try for the Ashaway, Hopkinton, Boom Bridge League, our spirit would be with him. He faces his game and plays it well.” 72 THE SENIOR YEAR HOOK Gerard Nurd one, “Gerd“Geraldine” Elm Street School Football, 4; Chorus, I, 2. Some day we are going to write a book entitled Why I Hate Women and use Gerard for our hero—if he doesn't object. On his way to school, Nardone is seen taking the longest, lonesomest road. It's a puzzle which we have been trying to solve, without success, for four years. Man delights not me,----------no. nor woman either.” Gladys Palmer, “Glad,” “Ginger Hopkinton High School Inter-Class Baseball, 3; Dramatic Club, 3; Chorus, 4; Honor Roll, 4; Senior Play, 4. Cladys holds the record for having written out more questions and answers as punishment for not having obeyed her elders' sage advice than any other girl in W. H. S. Will you never learn. Glad, that “children should be seen and not heard? All other girls she quite excels. And yet her every action tells No vanity within her dwells----------’’ Elisha Orrin Peckham, “Peck,” “E. Oswald Hopkinton High School Football, 3, 4; Cross Country Manager, 4; Track, 3;. Cantata, 3, 4; Traffic Squad, 4; Dramatic Club, 3; Inter-Class Baseball, 3; Inter-Class Cross Country, 3; Glee Club, 3, 4; Chorus. 3, 4; Senior Play, 4; Assistant Stage Manager, 4. Nothing which we can say will do justice to the versatility of this young backwoodsman. During his two-years' stay with us, he has proven his ability as an actor, poet, singer, athlete, heart-breaker, and carpenter. No wonder you are the idol of the Freshmen's hearts! The mind’s the standard of the man. THE SENIOR YEAR BOOK 7£ Natalie L. Perkins, “Polly” “Nat Norton High Chorus. 2, 3. 4; Cantata. 4; Dramatic Club, 2; Soccer, j Inter-Class Baseball, 3. 4; Senior Play, 4; Typewriting Awards. 2; Gymnasium. 2. Polly seems to feel that we humans are a worthless lot. Why Your claim to fame lies in your loquacious tendencies. Beware of Polly's flashing eyes, for beneath her calm exterior lies a will of iron. Checked for speech, but never taxed for silence.” John Victor Prestini, “Johnny ” “Prest Elm Street School Inter-Class Baseball, 2, 3, 4; Soccer, 3; Chorus, I, 2} Senior Reception Committee. 3. Johnny is certainly one of the “best lookers” of our class. We all admire his Ang”—elic countenance. Perhaps the fact that he is employed by the Utter Company may account for his ‘‘sunny smile. Thinking is but an idle waste of thought; For naught is everything, and everything is naught.” Frances Parker, “Fran Dunn’s Corners School Chorus. I, 2. 3, 4; Typewriting Awards; Honor Roll, I, 4: R. I. State Honor Society. 4; Usher at Senior Play, 4; Dramatic Club, 3. The imp of unhappiness just has to spread his wings and fly away when Frances is around. That smile of hers makes us all feel cheerful. The girl worth while, is the girl who can smile, when everything goes dead wrong.” That’s Frances. 74 THE SENIOR YEAR ROOK Virginia Mary Prescott, “Fpp,” “Ginnie” Elm Street School Cantata, I, 2. 3, 4; Operetta, All At Sea. I; Dramatic Club, 2, 3; Inter-Class Baseball, 3; Hockey. I; Glee Club, 3, 4; Chorus, I, 2. 3, 4; P. T. Director. 4; Senior Play, 4; Penny Carnival, I ; Travel Club, 3; Gymnasium, 2. 3, 4. Why was Virginia voted the best-dressed girl in our class? Just one glance in her direction will satisfy anyone's curiosity. Virginia and her Miss Elizabeth Ford, always shining, furnish constant and ever-willing taxi service for her classmates. And who wouldn't ride in a Ford with Vee? ’’The virtue of her lively looks Excels the precious stone, I wish to have none other books. To read or look upon.” Nelson Thorp, “Thorpie“Senator“Nels Ashaway Grammar Scvhool Vice President, 4; Senior Board, 3, 4; Assistant Editor-in-Chief, 3; Sports Editor, 4; Student Council, 4; Football, 3; Traffic Squad, 4; Senior Prom Committee, 4; Assistant Track Manager, 3; Chorus. 1. 2, 3, 4; Stage Manager. Senior Play. 4; Aviation Club, 2. Without a question of a doubt. Nelson is the most tactful person in our class. When asked to express his opinion, he is always neutral. We are all certain that he will follow in the footsteps of other great statesmen and soon find his place in the White House. His cogitative faculties immers'd In cogibundity of cogitation. Laura Rountree, “La “Skipper, “Shorty West Broad Street School Senior Board, 4; Assistant Tattles, 4; Cantata, I; Glee Club, I; Chorus, I, 2. 4; Senior Play, 4; Typewriting Awards; Commercial Club, 3; Treasurer Senior Play, 4, Upon first glance. Laura seems to be a very quiet and sedate young person, but after having talked with her, heard her laughing voice, and seen her dancing eyes, one wishes to add her to his list of friends. But there’s mischief in She's a flirt!” the SENIOR. YEAR BOOK 75 Hazel Free dell Rochette Elm Street School Commercial Club, 3; Chorus, 3, 4; Typing Awards, 4. We wonder if Hazel is as punctual at Opies as she is at school? ? Hazel doesn't seem to mind strolling into class late because she always has a broad grin on her countenance, as many an exasperated teacher can testify. Grit your teeth and grin. Flennor Kuisi Elm Street School Cantata. I. 2. 3. 4; Operetta. “All At Sea,” li Dramatic Club. 2, 3, 4. Glee Club. I, 2. 3. 4; Chorus. I. 2, 3. 4; Senior Play. 4. Such a quiet individual is Eleanor, that no one knows what she thinks about. She doesn't need to do much talking, however, for her winsome smile and graceful ways long ago won for her the friendship and admiration of the class. Thou hast beauty, bright and fair. Manner noble, aspect free. Eyes that are untouched by c«re: What then do we ask from thee? (Juentin Tucker, Quent, Tuck Pawcatuck Valley School Baseball. 3, 4; Chorus. 1; Senior Play. 4. tv_ ffirU savs that there is something about Quenfs long, lankiness, cheerful grin, and laughing eyes, which reminds her of Gary Cooper. V, e are all glad. Tuck, that you were able to postpone that extended p • to Siberia. It's nice to be natural, when you're naturally nice 76 THE SENIOR YEAR ROOK Ruth Saunders, “Rufus” “Rulhie” Elm Street School Senior Board, 3, 4; Alumni Editor, 4; Cantata. I, 2. 3. 4; Operetta, All At Sea, I; Dramatic Club, 2, 3; Inter-(lass Baseball. 3; Hockey, I; Senior Reception Committee, 3; Glee Club, I, 2, 3, 4; Chorus, I, 2. 3, 4; Chorus Monitor, 4; Honor Roll, I, 2. 3. 4; R. 1. State Honor Society, 4: Senior Play, 4; Typewriting Awards; White Elephant Board, 2, 3; Gymnasium, 2. 3, 4. Just think. Ruth—if all the miles and miles which you have covered on the dance floor when you just couldn't make your feet behave were placed end to end, the energy smouldering therefrom would supply W. H. S. students with heat for years and years to come. Do you recall those cold winter days when you used to long for an Armstrong heater. Never mind. Ruth, we would be happy, too, if we rested in a comfortable position near the top of the R. I. State Honor Society. ”She’s Beautiful: and therefore to be wooed: She is a woman; therefore to be won. Joseph Turrisi, “Joe,” “Prof” Elm Street School Cantata, I, 2, 3, 4; Operetta, All At Sea, I; Inter-Class Baseball, 3, 4; Inter-Class Soccer, 3; Orchestra, 3; Chorus, I, 2, 3, 4. If we were to judge scholastic attainment by the tardy slips, Joe would be considered our most studious boy, a true lover of Athene, the goddess of wisdom. It is our belief, however, that in reality he is a devoted follower of Morpheus. O sleep.' it is a gentle thing Beloved from pole to pole. Wenonah Elaine Smith, “Smitty,” “Nona,” “Nonie” Hopkinton High School Senior FMay, 4; Cantata, 2; R. 1. State Honor Society 4; Senior Board, 4; Vaudeville. 2; Dramatic Club, 2, 4; English Club, 3, 4; Martha C. Babcock Essay Contest, 3; English Club Pageant, 3; Prize Speaking. 2, 3. The name Wenonah immediately suggests a tall, stately Indian maid, with flashing, dark eyes and dusky braids, but (sorry to disappoint you) our Nonie is a very dainty blonde. Smitty is like a ray of sunshine sent into the co d. forbidding world to better mankind. We hope she will not forget how to smile, for it is one of her greatest charms. And though her charms are a strong law Compelling all men to admire, They are so clad with lovely awe, None but the noble dares desire. THE SENIOR YEAH BOOK 77 Gloria Simmons Elm Street School Cantata, I. 2, 3, 4; Operetta. “All At Sea, I; Penny •Carnival, I; Vaudeville. 3; Dramatic Club. 2. 4; English lub 3; Sub-Freshman Day; Hockey, I; Glee Club. 1, 2. 3, 4; Chorus. I, 2. 3, 4; Senior Play. 4; Le The Dansant, 3 ; English Club Pageant. 3. Without the slightest effort, Gloria has insinuated her elf Hkr person into all our hearts. Her every movement ia endowed with the winsome grace and charm which won for her the honor of being chosen our fairest damsel. The smile that blest one lover’s heart Has broken many more! Gertrude Augusta Solomon, “Gas, “Trudy“True Elm Street School Valedictorian of Class, 4; Senior Board. 3. 4; Literary Editor, 4; Cantata, I, 2, 3, 4; Operetta, All At Sea, I; Country Fair. 2; Penny Carnival, I; Vaudeville, 3; Dramatic Club, 2, 4; English Club, 3, 4; Hockey, I; Glee Club, I, 2, 3. 4; Prize Speaking, 2; Chorus. I, 2, 3. 4; Honor Roll, I, 2, 4; R. I. State Honor Society, 4; R. I. State College Chemistry Contest. 3; Senior Play. 4; Chief Prompter at Senior Play, 4; White Elephant Board, 2, 3; English Club Pageant, 3; Gymnasium. 2; Compiling Class Achievements, 4; Statistics. 4. Providence endowed us all with that very necessary faculty, “brains,” but to a picked group he added a special gift, the ability to make good use of our granted faculties. Gertrude is certainly included in this fortunate group. Our class valedictorian, literary editor of the Senior, Senior play star, and our chief “argumenta-tioner, is also the youngest of our illustrious group. She has recently taken a keen interest in art: “Rube ns is her favorite artist. ............she is wise. Deep in philosophy, strong in Greek. Spectacles shadow her pretty eyes,— Coteries rustle to hear her speak. Ellen Margaret Sunderland Hopkinton High School Rhode Island State Honor Society. 4; Honor Roll. 4; Chorus, 4. Ellen is such an unobtrusive girl that she becomes noticeable by that fact, itself. Ellen certainly is popular with her classmates. This is especially true as far as the faculty are concerned. ”Silence is fair commendation.” 78 THE SENIOR YEAR HOOK Susan Harriet! Suprika, ‘Tis i,” “Susie Ashaway Crammar School Cantata. I, 2, 4; Penny Carnival, I; Commercial Club. J; Entertainment. 3; Dramatic Club. 2; Chorus. I, 2, 4; Honor Roll. 2, 3, 4; R. I. State Honor Society, 4; Usher at Senior Play, 4; All Typewriting Awards; White Elephant Staff, 2, 3; Typing Senior Play, 4. Few of us have the privilege of knowing and appreciating the real Tish. If all of her clever, witty stories and' poems which are as yet unpublished were compiled into one volume, our leading humorists would have to resign, in disgrace, and leave the laurels to our Tish. Satire’s my weapon, but I’m loo discreet To run amuck and lilt at all I meet. Laura Griffin Thompson, “Pep Elm Street School Secretary Student Council, 4; Cantata. I. 2. 3. 4; Operetta. All At Sea. I; Country Fair. 2; Constitution Committee. 2; Senior Prom Committee. 4; Sub-Freshman Day Committee, 4; Dramatic Club, 2, 4; Inter-Class Baseball, 2, 3; Hockey, I; Glee Club, I, 2, 3, 4; Chorus, I, 2, 3, 4; Class Degrees, 4; Chorus Monitor, 2; Lost and Found Box, 4; Senior Play. 4. So you think that Laura is quiet Well, you are not the only one that she has fooled—how do you suppose that she earned the nickname of Pep?” Laura is the best all-round good-sport, worker, and friend in our class. As for her patriotism—you have only to recall her spirited defence of the Star Spangled Banner,” to be assured that she is 100% for Uncle Sam. The stars shall fade away, the sun himself Grow dim with age, and nature sink in years, Bui thou shall flourish in immortal youth.' Thomas J. A. Wright, Fourth, “Tommy” “T .W right ” “Scotchy Senior Board, 3, 4; Art Editor. 4; Cantata. I, 2, 3, 4; Operetta, “All At Sea. I; Glee Club, I. 2. 3. 4; Prize Speaking, 4; Chorus. I, 2, 3, 4; Class Will, 4; Chorus Monitor. 4; Honor Roll, 4; Senior Plav. 4; Aviation Club. 3; Dramatic Club, 4. Tommy is a “Mary sort of a chap at times, but from the scowl that he wears in Algebra class, we may almost believe that some day he jvill be a professor. His dry sense of humor is most amusing, and when it comes to dancing. Scotchy is most “Grace ful. Wit’s last edition is now i’ the press. THE SENIOR YEAR BOOK 70 Rickey Tutsch, “Rif t” Hopkinton High School Class History. 4; Chorus, 3, 4; Honor Roll, 3, 4; R. I. State Honor Society, 4; Senior Play, 4. From the landing of the third floor, out of the silence, there bursts upon our ears the tinkling of fairy bells. F.very day. every week, every term, every where, we hear that happy laughter. At last we have caught the joyous fairy. fis Rick! tViiely worldly, but not worldly wise. Georgia Williams, “Judy99 Elm Street School Chorus, I. 2, 3, 4; Typewriting Awards. Ceorgia walks among us in such a quiet, gentle manner, that we are, many times, totally unaware of her presence. We understand, however, that she is a loyal friend, always willing to help. Silence is golden.” Romcda Emma Zanella, Elm Street School Cantata. 3, 4; Country Fair, 2; Vaudeville, 3; Sub-Freshman Day. 4; Dramatic Club, 3; Inter-Class Baseball, 2. 3, 4. Captain. 3; Soccer. 3; Glee Club. 3, 4; Senior Reception Committee. 3; Chorus, I, 2, 3, 4; Senior Play. 4; Typewriting Awards; Gymnasium, 2. Romeda suddenly blossomed forth from a quiet, modest violet into an attractive young lady. She is a born leader and a frank, staunch friend! As one of the members of the gang, she has become an expert at wireless telegraphy. The light that lies in woman's eyes. 80 THE SKNIOIt YEAH HOOK Vera Anthony Marram , “Vio“Vee” Elm Street School Football, 2; Baseball, 3; Track, I; Inter-Class Soccer, 3, 4; Inter-Class Cross Country, 3; Chorus, I, 2. Vio is, in all probability, the best dancer in the class. His grace and skill in that attractive art have won the heart of many a fair lady. Wherever there is a saxophone, there will you find Vero. ”In the very May-morn of hit youth. Ripe for exploits and mighty enterprise!. THE SKMOK YEAR HOOK___________� Classmates' Page name ADDRESS FAMOUS FOR THE EXPRESSION Advertising Section ON THE FOLLOWING PAGES WILL BE FOUND THE NAMES OF THOSE PUBLIC-SPIRITED CITIZENS OF THIS COMMUNITY WHO MADE THIS YEAR BOOK POSSIBLE BY ADVERTISING READ THE ADVERTISEMENTS AND PATRONIZE THE ADVERTISERS HI tm: sen ion year nook The Washington Trust Co. WESTERLY HOPE VALLEY RHODE ISLAND Charles P. Cottrell, Chairman of the Board Arthur L. Perry, President Thomas Perry, Vice Pres, and Trust Officer Everett Barns, Treasurer Harold D. Livingstone, Secretary James W. Shaw, Assistant Treasurer HOPE VALLEY BRANCH Robert P. Mitchell, Manager —DIRECTORS— Harvey C. Perry Everett Barns Calvert B. Cottrell H. Vernon Foster Thomas F. Moore Frank A. Sherman Cornelius V. Middleton F. Samuel Nardone Daniel F. Earkin Arthui E. Trotman Joseph Coduri (api'al and Surplus, $1,500,000 Guaranty Fund anti Fndivided Profits Over $1,200,000 Established as the Washing-ton Bank in 1800 ..........-......................-...................... Charles P. Cottrell Arthur Perry Edwin R. Allen William Segar Edward E. Bradley Arthur M. Cottrell Charles E. Sherman Arthur L. Perry Harry R. Milner Thomas Perry 85 Till: SENIOR YEAR BOOK The strong local management of the Westerly office of Industrial Trust Company is backed by banking facilities which are found only in banks in the largest cities in the United States. INDUSTRIAL TRUST COMPANY Resources More Tkmss fl$o,o00,000 Member of Federal Reserve System Westerly Office Providence E. 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For catalog or any further information write to: NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY MII7TON J. SCHLAGENHAl'F. Director of Admissions Boston, Massachusetts 90 THE SENIOR YEAR KOOK “If it’s made of rubber, we have it” Ailing Rubber Co. — Sporting Goods NORWICH WESTERLY NEW LONDON TilE SKMOR YEAR HOOK � 1 Compliments of RIBNER’S WAYSIDE FURNITURE SHOPPE ON STONINGTON ROAD after Graduation WHY NOT make recreaticn cur vcca'icri; en;cy our work and qive pleasure to others; be Utealthy and happy and teach others to be tie 'ame? Such is the life and work of a teacher •of physical education. Savage School for Physical Education Established 1890 A normal school which prepares nen and v. m n to become teachers, directors, and supervisors of physical education in schtols, c lieges, flaygrounds, clubs, private institutions, and industrial organizations. The curriculum includes practical ins!ruction in all forms of athletics, gymnastics, games, dancing, swimming, dramatics, and the like; also the essential courses in education, psychology, anatomy, physiology, hygiene, and others, thoroughly covering the theory and practice of physical education. AN EXCEPTIONALLY STRONG FACULTY CATALOGUE UPON REQUEST Increasing demands for teachers. Salaries higher than for grade teaching. Employment bureau for students and graduates. ONLY A LIMITED NUMBER OF STUDENTS WILL BE ADMITTED. REGISTER NOW FOR CLASS ENTERING ON SEPTEMBER 15th. 1930. DR. WATSON L. SAVAGE. President 308 West Fifty-ninth Street - - - New York City SCHOOL OF NURSING Lawrence and Memorial Associated Hospitals New London, Conn. We are enrolling High School graduates for the September Class Jin Nursing. The Hospital and the new Pond House are beautifully situated, overlooking the Thames River. The School is accredited in both Connecticut and New York. The course is 2 years and 6 months. Write for information to the Superintendent or the Principal of the School. _______________________________________________ 92 THE SENIOR YEAR ROOK ---------------------------------------- Compliments of DAVID K. HOXSIE DODGE AND PIERCE ARROW Dealer Telephone 2326 Westerly, R. R Compliments of CRANDALL-NOYES AUTO OLDSMOBILE — VIKING GAS AND OIL PARTS AND ACCESSORIES CO. Rhode Island State College Offers Free Collegiate Instruction to Residents of Rhode Island who present for entrance fifteen units of high school work COURSES OF STUDY FOR WOMEN Home Economics General Science FOR MEN Agriculture, General Science, Business Administration Engineering (Civil, Chemical, Electrical and Mechanical) Teacher Training for both Men and Women specifically in Home Economics and Agriculture Board and Room at Cost Total Estimate of Expenses Yearly. $450 FOR CATALOG, ADDRESS REGISTRAR. RHODE ISLAND STATE COLLEGE KINGSTON. 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Larkin MONTE’S BEAUTY SHOPPE PERMANENT WAVING Nestle Gtrculine - Marcelling Finger Waving All Branches of Beauty Culture Barrows Bldg. Upstairs On-thc-bridge Phone 4573 Westerly, R. I. Compliments of SWEATERS H. E. THORP Real Estate RITE-BITE DINERS Everything Found in a Well iLEAN Equipped Hardware, Paint and Sporting Goods Store I OURTEOUS V ONVENIENT Westerly, R. I. Warwick, R. I. The C. W. Willard Co. 38-40 High St. Westerly, R. I. Till-: SENIOR YEAH HOOK 107 THE BUS TERMINAL W. C. HISCOX CO. Ice Cream BUILDERS Confectionery and DEALERS IN Cigars LUMBER AND BUILDERS’ Opp. Dopot. - Tel. MATERIALS - I Meet Me at the Fountain E. HOWARD CLARK Try a Campus Sundae Musical Instruments The W. H. S. Favorite Picture Frames, Films. Toys, BANNON’S Stationery, Post Cards. Etc. DRUG STORE -Crandall Block — 10-12 Canal St. 1 Briggs Bldg.. Cor. Main and Broad JOHN W. BROPHY HART’S Stationer and Newsdealer Headquarters for Gordon Hosiery •6 Canal St. Phone 2169 j High Street WILLIAM H. GOODGEON Munro’s, Inc. Jeweler and Silversmith Wholesale and Retail Photographic Snpplies FLOWERS Tel. 2382 4 High St. Westerly Westerly, R. I. ION THE SENIOR YEAR ROOK TOWER ST. GARAGE SAMUEL NAR1IONE CO„ INC. Alexander Pasetti, Prop. MASONRY CONTRACTORS 23 Tower St. Westerly, R. I. |— - - I Office Phone 2610 Westerly, R. I. STATE LINE LUNCH DEUTSCH’S MARKET _ _ , Pure rood and Home-made Pastry Meats - Groceries On the Bridge Westerly, R. I. , 125 Canal St. Phone 239 ROGERS COMPANY ARTHUR E. TROTMAN TRUCKING STORAGE INSURANCE ADVISOR Washington Trust Bldg. 70 High St. Phone 2443 TEL. 2577 Compliments of Phones: Shop 2765 . Residence 4369 Park Trovato Bros. Department Store MERCHANT TAILORS 33-35 High St. Park Bldg. 26 Canal St. Westerly, R. I. Till-: SENIOR YEAR HOOK 109 ARTHUR N. NASH Tobacconist and Newsdealer 27 IIIkIi Street C. L. Westcott, Jeweler E. M. Westcott, Optometrist Washington Trust Hid;;. Room 311 Westerly, R. I. Moran’s Shoe Store Inc. SHOES FOR ALL THE FAMILY no High St. Phone 2694 WESTERLY MORRONE CASTAGNA FRUITS - LIGHT LUNCHES ICE CREAM and CANDY 27 Canal St. Westerly, R. I. COMPLIMENTS OF JOSEPH MERINGOLE, Mgr. -Vitality Ice Cream A Fruit Shoppe RAILROAD AVENUE (Near State Armory) RUISI BARBER SHOP Briggs Building FIRST CLASS LADIES’ WORK A SPECIALTY ROBINSON’S MARKET Quality Meats and Groceries as West Broad St. Tel. 2715 UNION BATTERY SHOP Auto and Radio Service Keutul - Rccliurgc - Repaired Rebuilt 17 Liberty St. Westerly. R. I. BARBOUR’S PHARMACY Prescription Specialists 18 Broad St. Westerly, R. I. W. H PENDLETON Tool Sliar|M'iiing - Spring Welding Antique Work a Specialty Main Street Westerly. R. I. REALE’S Meats and Provisions 55 West Broad St. Tel. 2736 COMPLIMENTS OF SEIDNER’S DELICATESSEN “Good Things to Eat” COMPLIMENTS OF Gencarelli’s Barber Shop T. GeiK-arelli. Prop. 16 Canal St. Westerly, R. 1. COMPLIMENTS OF M. A. VACCA Landscape Gardener Tel. 4239 16 Pond St. Till : SENIOR YEAR HOOK CHARLES J. BUTLER COAL CO. Canal St. Westerly, R. I. COAL . WOOD - CHARCOAL Phone 2184 • 2505 CHAMPLIN’S GARAGE Tol. 2112 Friendship St. His;!] Grade Serviee on All Automobiles Byron Clianiplin, Prop. McCormicks 32 Main St. Successor to Miner’s DRY GOODS, NOTIONS and GENTS’ FURNISHINGS J. C. Penney Co. 5 Canal Street Westerly, IL I. DAVEY MAXWELL Job Work - I 1 iiin l� i 11$; - Contracting Steam and Gas Fitting Htirliam Boilers - American Radiators 48 Main St. Westerly. R. I. AZZINARO High Class Shoe Repairing Union Street Westerly, R. I. ODD PENNY STORE AND BARBER SHOP 74 LIBERTY STREET Ice Cream Quenchers STEVE’S PLACE Filling Station Phone WK-R-21 - Wcquetcquock, Conn. Repairing - Cleaning: - Hand Pressing ANTONIO PAPALIA Custom Tailor Briggs Bldg. 3 Main St. Phone Connection VICTORY HOME BAKERY CHARLIE YIP On-the-Bridge Westerly R. I McLELLAN STORES, INC. FIVE CENTS TO A DOLLAR High Street HAND LAUNDRY Fine Work and Cheap Price 5 Liberty St. Westerly. R. I. R. F. BARR Insurance Room 403 Washington Trust Bldg. Till: SKMOIl YEAH HOOK ERNEST E. BOYINGTON Plumbing and Steam Fitting 8«-HH Main St. Westerly, K. I. Telephone 2592 White I’iinips $5.00 Boys' Black White Oxfords CENTRAL SHOE SHOPPE Margaret unningham. Mgr. COMPLIMENTS OF J. J. FINNIGAN Parke Davis Co. 111 Phone 4860 Dr. Lawrence H. Hepworth Optometrist Room 205 Washington Trust Bldg. WESTERLY, R. I. Coats, Suits and Gowns SHANNON AUTO SALES Stonington Conn. Compliments of GRANITE ST. GARAGE Packard - Hupmobile Dealer MISS LILLIAN B. RUSSELL Room 211, Washington Trust Bldg. Public Stenographer - Multigraphing Compliments of CRYSTAL BARBER SHOP MODERN SHINE PARLOR 21 West Broad Sheet Shoe Repairing of All Kinds FANCY SHOE SHINING Speeialists in Cleaning and Blocking Ladies’ Hats Compliments of Sanitary Barber Sh-p and Beauty Parlor A. Orlando, Prop. i« Broad St. Compliments of— VM. D. DOLAN Westerly Chimney Cleaning Co. IA Pond St. Tel. 4239 Chimney Cleaning is a cheap lire insurance RIDDELL’S BAKERY Home Cooked Bread. Pies and Pastry 23 West Broad Street -A i.