Westerly High School - Westlyan Yearbook (Westerly, RI)

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The Senior Year Book — 19.15 Marion W. Weigel This country » » maiden of very few words—seldom seen, and more seldom heard. She shows her conscientious nature, however, by making up dutifully every bit of work 'he misses through absence; and it is impossible to resist her cheery personality and ready smile. — WHS — Hert ha M. Whiteley u wil Gym 3, 4. • Bert is one of our students who invariably refuses candy Is it because of the results, or doesn’t she like it? She believes in having rk done correctly and on time. Her pleasant smile is an asset and will certainly aid her on the road to happiness. — WHS — George N. Williams Band 2, 3, 4. Concert 3. 4. Vari cties 3. Chorus 2, 3, 4. One of the most inconspicuous boys of our class is George Williams. Serious, yet good nalured. he is ex ceedingly likeable despite his quietness. George possesses plenty of that much desired ‘gray matter, and be cause of this fact he is sure to succeed. — WHS — Edward Wood Baseball 3, 4. Soccer 3. Eddie’s outstanding characteristic is a big smile that appears to have become a permanent fixture, and it is doubtful who will regret losing him more—the coach or his classmates. Certainly his fine pitching record, topped by a no-hit, no-run game, has been a perennial source of joy to Coach Smith. Thomas H. Whitehead Tom's favorite lair is the dark est corner of the trophy room. Although he seldom has much to say, his closest friends will testify that he is possessed of a ready wit and a pleasing sense of humor when he allows it to come forth. — WHS — George A. Wildes Honor Roll 2. Baseball 4. Orches tra 2, 3, 4 Band 2, 3, 4 Senior Board 3, 4. Student Council 3. Publicity Manager Senior Play 4. To the most humorous boy in the class—who plays baseball and the trombone equally well—who is sue cessful as a business manager—a perfect entertainer—and as good a oal as one could wish—“Bucky. — WHS — Thomas Wills, Jr. Baseball 3. Football 3, 4. Student Council 4. Lettermen's Club 4. Bas ketball 3, 4 Although quiet and unassuming, “Tom” has made himself outstand ing in athletics at W. H S. We shouldn't be at all surprised to see him sitting in the limelight of ath letic stardom in the not-too-distant future. — WHS — M. Madeline Zerharini “Better late than never is an adage which she more than proves. For, rather than be deprived of her presence in our midst, we would wait for her even longer than she makes us. John M. Gilchrist Victor Panciera Mattie Jackson Chorus 2, 3, 4. Football 2. 4 Varieties 3. Interclass Basketball 2, 3, 4 Basketball 2, 3. In John we have one of the best athletes in the school. The name Slink can be heard either on the basketball court or on the football field as his fellow students cheer him on to greater heights. He is, in the best sense, dependable. Chorus 2, 3. Golf 2. 4. Coogle has the mysterious qual ity known as charm. Being late for school is not unusual for him but we cannot help but forgive him when we see his disarming grin. At any rate, when the music of the dance beckons, Victor is never tardy in his response nse. Jj - 31 )►- Mattie spends much of her spare time indulging in the finer arts. She has a knack for sewing and em broidering and says free hand draw ing is much easier than other class subjects. Mattie's interests, however, are not only in the household arts, for she willingly participates in a good game of paddle tennis or badminton.

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The Senior Year Book — 1935 Michael A. Turano Cross Country Track 1. Soccer 2. Chorus 1, 4 Glee Club 1. Train cr 3, 4. Manager Basketball 4. Can tata 4. “Mike” may seem reserved to those who are not acquainted with him but we who know say it isn’t so. He loves to spring jokes and does so, not only in English but in Italian. Underneath his humor, however, lies a deeply thoughtful trend which we all admire. “Patience is the mother of all virtues.” — WHS — William N. Turner Honor Roll 2. Chorus 2, 3. Gym 2, 3, 4. Although Bill certainly is not a child, he believes in the old proverb that children should be seen and not heard. We never know Bill is around unless we stumble upon him in some quiet corner reading or studying. He resembles Ben Frank lin in that whenever he speaks, he benefits either himself or others. — WHS — William R. Urban Chorus 4. Track 4. Bill is another of the Hope Valley boys who has made good in the big city. Although we do not fear that Bill will ever suffer from over study, his talent often bursts forth rocket-like, especially in history. — WHS — Helen F. Walker .What more suitable combination lan the desire for reading and the delight in talking could be found in one whose ambition it is to become a school teacher? Helen's continual chatter often causes much distress to her teachers but her pleasing manner always manages to save her. — WHS — Genio Waters Track 2, Chorus 2, 3, 4. Senior Play 4. Concert 3. Class President 3 Senior Prom Committee 4. Genio, our hardworking stage manager, possesses enviable facul ties for making friends and excelling in chemistry experiments. We pre diet that he will be one of the great inventors of the next age, if there is anything left to invent. Rose D. Turco Chorus 2, 3, 4. Cantata 3, 4. Ser. ior Play Sales Mgr. 4. Gym 2, 3, 4 Interclass Sports 2. “Turk, our sales manager, is always in a hurry. Her favorite joke is “Come here, I've got to tell you something and when you go—tell ing you nothing whatever. Her fa voritc food is “Johnny cakes. “Pretty to walk with Witty to talk with.” — WHS — Stella A. Ulles Chorus 2, 3, 4. Honor Roll 2, 3, 4. Cantata 3, 4. Usher Senior Play 4 Glee Club 2, 3. 4 Class Gifts 4 A good sport—a better friend is Stell. A desire for fun, a crate for dancing, a brilliant mind, and a pleasing personality make up Sled's individuality, which you discover on first acquaintance. Marge and Stell are often seen talking confidentiallv Perhaps the subject is Norwich! — WHS — Louis H. Vezina Track 3, 4. Cross-Country 2, 3, 4. Martha C. Babcock Essay 3, 4. From Louis’s conversation one would think that he led a most wild and woolly life; yet we feel sure that it is quite a mighty leap from a paper route to the bright lights. We all appreciate, however, Louis’s brilliant performances with the track and cross country teams for the past two years. — WHS — Joseph . . Walt hers Senior Board 3, 4. Track 3, 4. Student Council 4. Class Will 4. Senior Play 4. Interclass Basketball 4. Chorus 3. Joe's ready smile and unfailing sense of humor have caused him to be very popular among those who best know him. Although he has been here only two years, he has made many friends, especially among his English teachers, who marvel at his ability to write humorous stories — WHS — Pauline Webster Gym 2, 3, 4 Pauline seems rather quiet to those who do not know her well, but her friends are well acquainted with her cheery chatter and frequent giggle. She is a conscientious student, and a valuable friend. Her sense of humor, her open heart, and her loy alty will always open people’s hearts to her. 30 )►-

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