Westerly High School - Westlyan Yearbook (Westerly, RI)

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Tum SENIOR YEAR Booic - 1936 Archie F. Dubuque Football 4, Senior Board 4. Let- tcrman's Club 3. President Student Council 4. Baseball 2, 3, 4. Vice President A. A, 1935. Traffic Officer 3, 4. Variety Show 4. Archie's one handicap, at times, is his telltale blush. But it makes such a striking contrast against his Harlowesque hair that many a feminine heart has fallen prey to it. The Creator must have had an excess of brawn and brain when He made yon, for you have been sup- plied most adequately with both, - was - Helen Edmonds Senior Board 4. If we should hear a burst of hearty, unrestrained laughter, and should seek for the origin, we should most likely come face to face with Helen. She has a sunny dis- position, is generous, and always ready to do a favor. Her cultural background makes hcr an ever-in teresting companion. The only way to have a friend is to be one. - wus - Tony Falcone Cross Country 2, 3, 4. Co-cap- tain 4. Senior play 4. Concert 2. Lettermen's Club 3, 4. Tony-a true friend of the school and class! His tenacity of mind and spirit has enabled him to be among the leaders in the cross country races for the past three years. His exactness to the minute is shown not only in cross country circuits, but in his mathematics classes. -WHS- Mary S. Federico Concert 2. One of the most inconspicuous girls of our class is May. Although she has seldom much to say, her closest friends say she is possessed of a ready wit when she allows it to come forth. - wus - Nancy T. Fiore Concert 2. Quiet, reserved, gentle, Nan is seldom heard, but when she is heard, we enjoy that hearty laugh ol hers-and her smile keeps bright and cheery throughout the years. 'Tis good to be wise and mer- ry.Y1 24 isp..- Phyllis Durfee Senior Board 4. Concert 2. Sec- retary Camera Club 3. Costume Committee, Variety Show. Phyllis, because of her pleas- ing personality and fondness for fun, is a welcomed member of all our circles. She is extremely fond of basketball, and whenever she plays the game, she always shows that remarkable quality of good sportsmanship. No one could excel Phyllis in the qualities which constitute a real friend. - was - Louis Falcone Soccer 4. Track 2, 3, 4. Cross Country 2, 3. Mgr. Track 4. Louis has an impressive list of activities under his name. Some of his other sports, however, have not been in such favor with the Powers That Be. Louis has been very ac- tive and popular during his years at W. H. S. His scholastic ability has been steady and sure. He was like a cock who thought the sun had risen to hear him crow. - was - Louis Faverio For manners are not idle, but the fruit of loyal nature noble mind. Although Louis has been with us but a year, it can easliy that he is a gentleman truest sense of the word. and of be seen in the - wus - Bartolo Ferrante Senior Play 4. Cross Country 2, 3. 4. Bart has distinguished himself in his high school career by his dex- terous running on our cross couna try team, winning several meets and being a co-captain in his Sen- ior year. Keep up the good work, Bart. We hope sometime to see your name in the headlines as an outstanding college athlete. - WHS - James Fletcher Track 3. Another quiet lad! but as in- dustrious as he is quiet! His sunny smile is usually hidden under a serious mien but the quality it holds when it does flash across his face gives one the spirit to carry on.

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THE SENIOR YEAR Book - 1936 Joseph Comolli Concert 2, 3, Student Council 2 Variety Show 2. Glee Club 2, 3. Soccer 2. Fencing 3, 4. Football 4. Track 2, 3, 4. Joe, one of our smiling ath- letes, is well known for his sup- port on both football and track squads. His brilliant quarter-milc run at Kingston will be a long re membered event in track annals. - wus - Katherine Crandall eUsher, Prize Speaking 4. Costume Committee, Senior Play 4. Because of her cheerful disposition, Kay has many friends among us. Always courteous and kind, she has won her way into our hearts. This little poem seems to fit Kay exactly: No fretful orchid, hothoused from 'he dew, But hale and hardy as the higha land heather, Comrade of the ocean, playmate of the hills. - wus - Anthony Delicato Lettermen's Club 3, 4. Concert 2, 3. Glee Club 2, 3, 4. Football 2, 3. Basketball 3, 4. Soccer 3, 4. Tony can always ,be found dee tending his idol Foxx in any argu- ment. As captain of the soccer team, Tony led his squad through a successful season. His motto is Eat Wheaties, the breakfast of champions. - WHS - Ruth Dinges Ruth, that diminutive young miss from Hope Valley, has a complex personality. With a profound ten- dency towards being one of the quietest girls in the class, she quite frequently shatters this illusion by breaking into an alluring giggle when amused. - wus - Mary E. Donati Senior Play 4. Senior Board 4. Senior Prom Committee. Badminton 2, 3, 4. Basketball 2, 3, 4. Paddle Tennis 2, 3. Attractive, exciting, vivacious, popular, magnetic-and yet we have not completely described Mary, that fascinating girl who has imported to us all the poignant charm of old Florence. Mary has that power of making her presence felt wherever she may happen to be. t'The fountains of one's hidden life Are through thy friendship fair. l' -..ill 23 E+..- Eleanor Crandall Editor Senior 4. Concert 2, 3. School Song. A poet? We think so, but Eleanor has more than the gift of poetry, Although she is a quiet little person, we believe that the fire of genius burns from within. Here's hoping that Westerly High has produced another Edna St. Vincent Millay. - wHs - Minnie F. DeBartolo Senior Board 4. Concert 2. Class Optimist. Usher, Italian Play. Debby, our class optimist, is well loved by all who know her. A delightful personality, a charming smile, witty remarks, and a willinga ness to help those in distress have won her many lasting friends. - wHs - Peter DePerry Letterman's Club 3, 4. Glee Club 2, 3, 4. Football 4. Baseball 2. Pete is one of the boys who tries hard to succeed. He's Old Re' liable when it comes to football and baseball. Pete is sociable, depend- able, and a good sport.- -WHS- Yvonne Dinwoodie Variety Show 4. Glee Club 4. Senior Play 4. Indeed, Yvonne is as charming as her name, she always greets her friends with a pleasant smile and a cheerful word. It is evident that one of her hobbies is singing, for she has taken part in many of the musical activities of school, 'tSuch sweet compulsion doth in music lie. -- wus - Philip Dove Cross Country 2, 3. Such words as would baffle even Webster are heard constantly flow- ing from Cherub's lips, for he has, by far, the most original vo- cabulary of any one in school, We are sure that Philip will lead one mirthful life, for he has been endowed most abundantly with that much lacked characteristic-an ap- pliable sense of humor. His speech was a fine sample, on the whole, of rhetoric, which the learn'd call 'rigmarole'.

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THE SENIOR YEAR BOOK - 1936 Arthur Fuller Concert 2, 3. Glee Club 2. Va- riety Show 2, Track 2. Art is a quiet, studious lad with a friendly word and a'pleasant smile for everyone he meets. Be- cause of his argumentative quality, he has broken the monotony of many a history class. He has ideas of his own and they are not easily shaken. Come oneg come all! This rock shall fly From its firm base as soon as I. - WHS - Rose M. Gingerella Concert 3. Rosie's smile and her flashing mischievous eyes are always ready for fun. She is eager to help to the best of her ability, and as a stenographer is sure to succeed. - wus - David Glazier Senior Board 4. Advertising Man- ager Senior Play 4. General Man- ager Osborne Lecture 4, Concert 2, 4. Dave is one of our smartest boys, and was once one of the quietest, but he has reformed. He is a very efficient business man and proved a valuable asset in the Varieties and Senior Play. Al- though he doesn't like to be hur- ried, he is always willing to give a helping hand. -WHS- James A. Gourlay Senior Board 4. Fencing 3, 4. Captain 4. Football 2, 3, 4. Track 2, 3, 4. Jimmy is one of the best-na- tured boys in school. A characteristic that distinguishes him is his spon- taneous and jolly laugh, which is a well known sound around the bulld- ing. As captain of the Fencing team, he showed great adeptness with a foil. He also rendered inestimable service during the football season. - wus - Catherine I. Harvey Camera Club 3. Usher Senior Play 4. If there were a vote taken to find out who uses her eyes most ef- fectively, we know who would cap- ture the prize. Where did she learn how? Kay finds a practical use for those bright eyes in 'the read- ing of numerous and unusual books. Be checked for speech But never tax'd for silence. -aff 25 iw- O Theresa E. Gencarelli Concert 2, 3, Variety Show 2. Terry is always ready with an answer to any question, and her quick wit and pleasing smile have t-ime after time saved her from serious d-ifficulties. A friend in need is a friend indeed. -WHS- J ulienne Gilson Senior Prom Committee 3. Class Gifts 4. Usher Variety 4. Usher Commencement 3. Ring Committee 2, A charming personality and deep blue eyes give ample reason for Anna's being chosen as our cut- est girl. To her we give a huge b0Uquet of sweet peas just for being who she is. When Irish eyes are smiling Sure they steal your heart away. -WHS- Edgar Goff Football 2, 3, 4. senior Board 4. Track 2, 3, 4. Letterman's Club 3, 4. Erie Speaking 3. Student Council ,COllegiate? Well, I guess! Popu. lar? Positively! Edgar lives up to the old adage, He never opens his 'mouth without putting his foot in it. Nevertheless, the hardest task for teachers and pupils alike is to be stern with Edgar. He's just irresistible! Oh, young Lochinvar has come out of the West -with a bang! -WHS- Elizabeth G. Grispino A studious, loyal hardworker is f'Libby. Her friendly smile, pleas- ing personality, and sunny disposi- tion will aid her in her chosen vo- cation which is that of nursing. No one in the class is more ready to cooperate in every good cause. - wi-is - Ilse Heyder Senior Board 4. Camera Club 3. Class Secretary 3. Ilse's quiet, sincere manner re- flects her love of natiire. What pleasant thoughts cause that rapt half-smile which so often illumines her face? Conscientious, gentle, she is one of sterling qualities. Her ways are ways of pleasant- ness, and all her paths are peace.',