Westerly High School - Westlyan Yearbook (Westerly, RI)

Text from Pages 1 - 68 of the 1937 volume:

Ulrstrrhj Utah - rliooi Westerly, Itoi r ilalanii Senior Hear Snob 1937 (Ill ffliBfl (Saha IV e, the eld is of 1037, dedicate this yearbook to you. Miss Gada, as an expression of our qlatitude for your comradeship and enthusiastic teaching. This school year, the last for yon as well as for us, will always remain in our memories as a most pleasant one. AU our wishes for the greatest future happiness are yours. s Miss Laura L. McIntirk Pice Principal, Westerly High School Mr. Charles E. Mason” Principal, Westerly High School Westerly High School The Senior Year Book. — 1937 (0ur IFarulty FIRST ROW (Left to Right) Miss Sibyl Leach, History Miss Dagmar Aim, Commercial Subjects Miss Hilda Houston, English Mr. Charles E. Mason, Principal Miss Dorothy Hanson, English Miss Lillian Ruisi, Italian Miss Morwenna Tellier, Oral English SECOND ROW (Left to Right) Miss Jennie Gada, Italian, French Miss Margaret Keenan, English, History of Civics, Economics Miss Margaret McWeeney, Latin, History Miss Gertrude Kingsley, English Miss Verne Walker, Physical Education Miss Fae Hope, Home Economics THIRD ROW (Left to Right) Mr. Austin Fribar.ce, Mathematics Mr. Joel Sherman. General Science, Biology Miss Mary Endicott, Commercial Subjects Miss Irene Warner, Art Miss Mary Dolan, English, History Miss Lillian Fallon, Commercial Subjects Mr. Alexander Paterson, Commercial Subjects Tin; Senior Year Book — 1937 £ rmnr $oar FIRST ROW (Left to Right) Nevina Arnone Advertising Department Ruth Crandall Exchange Department Florence Littlefield, Subscription Manager Edythe Gerrish Art Department Marcelle LaMarche Literary Department Antoinette Chiaradio, Girls’ Athletics Department SECOND ROW (Left to Right) Ruth Hunter Subscription Department Winifred Tetlow Tattle Department Sarah Iacoi Advertising Manager Margaret Brown, Girls’ Athletics Department Jean McLaren Literary Department Barbara Campbell, Exchange Department THIRD ROW (Left to Right) David Crockett Subscription Department Elmer Cornell Daily Flash Department Adam Celestino Daily Flash Department Alden Nichols Editor-in-Chief Peter Visgilio Daily Flash Department Frank Perra Business Department Roderick Hemphill Alumni Department FOURTH ROW (Left to Right) Miss Dagmar Aim Faculty Advisor Helen Leon Literary Editor Carolyn Crandall Alumni Department Virginia Archie Tattle Department Jean Sherman Alumni Department Jean Marriott Literary Department Miss Dorothy Hanson Faculty Advisor FIFTH ROW (Left to Right) William Brown Business Manager John Maines Boys’ Athletics Department FYemont Burdick, Boys’ Athletics Department George Beaudreau Tattle Department Eugene Nurmi..... Literary Department Joseph Gavitt_____Literary Department - -• «{ 5 )►- The Senior Year Book — 1937 CLASS OF 1937 (Uass }Jnpm The Partins Within thy walls we found our youth. Held fast by its strong, sweet bond, We tho’t we caught a glimpse or two Of a world which lay beyond. But mostly did we laugh and learn, Unmindful of those far off days, Until at last we found ourselves At the parting of the ways. We cannot soon forget those years Now locked in our memories, The sacred vault to whose sturdy lock No other holds the keys. There, as in those aged walls, Ring sounds of laughter, true, But also tears, the emblem of A storm cloud on the blue. And so at last we leave thee With but a shadowy smile, As we face that great, long road ahead. Having passed but one short mile. —HELEN LEON. The Senior Year Book — 1937 Contents Dedication ..... . 2 Student Council . 37 Mr. Mason, Miss Mclntire, School 3 The Orchestra . 37 Faculty ..... 4 Varieties of 1937 . . 38 Senior Board .... 5 “Tonight at 8:15” 39 Class Picture .... . 6 Glimpses of School Life . 40-41 Class Poem .... 6 The Football Team 4 2 President’s Address . 8 The Soccer Team . 4-2 Class History .... 9 The Baseball Team 43 Class Prophecy .... . 12 The Cross-Country Team . 43 Class Son , Colors, Motto . 15 The Basketball Team 44 Class Will . 16 Girls’ Gym Club . . 44 Class Statistics .... 18 Snapshots .... 45 Honorary Degrees . 19 Advertising .... 47-60 Class Pictures .... . 25-36 Autographs . 61-63 7 ►“ Tin. Sknior Yicar Book — 19.37 flrmtont’a Afiitrraa Parents, teachers, fellow townspeople, and classmates of Westerly: We, the Class of 1937, welcome you to our last public gathering as pupils of dear old Westerly High. Tonight our emotions carry beyond those of mere students out into the minds of experienced young men and women. We are sorry to have finished our school days, but are indeed proud that we are fortunate enough to be the last to tread the stairs of the school which has sent so many young folks out into the world seeking successful careers. In this school, many amusing and profitable years have been spent, but, shortly, the building which has served its purpose so well will be left standing alone waiting for its walls to crumble into dust. Here, also, many lasting friendships have been made, and these, as well as memories of studies and other activities accomplished, will be carried with us the rest of our lives. Our deepest emotion is gratefulness. We have looked to you for so many things and received from you so much that we wish to repay your kindness in the same spirit in which you gave. It was your cooperation and faith in us that have brought us here before you tonight. You have gathered here just as you have gathered at our other assemblages and especially at our Senior play, when you packed this auditorium to capacity for two suc- ceeding evenings. Your backing and confidence in us only make us wish to strive harder to accomplish those things which you have made it possible for us to achieve. To our teachers, especially, do we extend our thanks. They who have had so much patience and donated so much of their time to us are worthy of all the praise which we can shower upon them. But let us continue with this last evening’s fun together, relive the past, ar.d dip into the future. We ask you to help us look on the bright side of our departure so that, in the after years, we can always remember this night as one of joy and fulfillment. In a few moments you will see and hear a short drama relating our history, which was written by three noted historians; our prophecy, which will give you a chance to see us as we will be thirteen years hence; our gifts, tangible mementos of our high school days; our will drawn up by one of the most prominent women lawyers in the United States; and the degrees, granted us by Worden Hugh Sedditt, of The Try Again Institution of Learning, as rewards for our years of achievement. Why should I take more of your time when such opportunities are awaiting you? -ELMER CORNELL. ' 8 Jj — Tiik Senior Year Book — 1937 (ClaHtf iatnrg Fellow classmates, considering the deeds which we, the members of the illustrious Class of '37, have accomplished during the short stay in Westerly High School, we could not deprive the later generations of such valuable knowledge. Therefore, we have compiled an historical epitome which will, we hope, carry the memory of us and that for which we stand through the ages. Let us now be mystically wafted into the future to see if our desire for everlasting glory has been fulfilled. The scene is the small school house of Professor Pretzlebaume. We’re just in time to see his scholarly flock hastening into the fold of knowledge. Curtain Professor rings bell. Pupils dash noisily in, Chauncey bringing up the rear with dignity. Prof: Gifs it a kviet please while we call der roll call. First in der book comes Axel Gris, our squarehead puddin’head. Answer here, Axel. Axel: Sure I’m here, Professor. Prof.: Jah, und next we haf our sleeping beauty, Aby’s Irish Rosinbloom. (Silence.) Or haf we nbt? Aby, iss you here? Aby: Oi, soitunly, Professor. Prof.: Das all ve vant to know', only don’t go to sleep again yet. Now' for der flower among der bullrushes. Shall I put vun “here” in der book for Cherry Blossom ? Cherry (in sing-songy voice): Yes, Professor. Prof.: Jah wohl, und now ve come to dat little stick of dynamite, Mike Mulligan. Mike: Yeah, I’m here. Prof.: Veil, und so ve come to der last poopul in der poopulation, our own valk-ing dictionary, Chauncey Van de Pest. Chauncey: Dear Professor and classmates, contrary to my usual custom, I will dispense with any lengthy dissertation upon my whereabouts, but let it suffice for the present to say that I, Chauncey Van de Pest, am undoubtedly and assuredly among those present in this edifice w’hich was erected for the worthy purpose of coeducation of minors. Prof.: Veil, Chauncey, I guess you iss here. Chauncey (sitting down): O-o-ooh! 0 mercy me, I’ve been stabbed! Prof.: Who iss responsible on dis? Wiio brings tacks to school mit dem? Mike: Me. Ya wanta make somethin’ of it? Prof.: Mike, dat vas entirely unnecessary und it gifs a reciting from der History. Mike: Aw gee, Prof. Prof.: Today you haf studied der history of dat most colossal Class of 1937 uff der Vesterly High School. Come now, Mike, begin vere you want to. Mike: Well, Prof., ya see dis was dere foist year in da place and—well—uh—dere ain’t much ta say. Prof.: Mike, vat English you uses? Mike: Aw baloney. Yours ain’t so hot either. Prof.: Michael, enoff is too much. Proceed w-ithout comments. Mike: Well, one thing ya kin say about ’em is dey w'ere pretty good in sports. Dere was two guys w'hat w'ere especially good, Dory Panciera and Dick Walthers. Dey played both football and baseball. Dory played basketball, too. Den dere was a lettle guy named Elmer Cornell. He played a swell game of baseball. He W'as somethin’ else, too, only I fergit what. Prof.: Und could somevun propully tell us vat der sombtink else iss vat Elmer vas? Chauncey: Oh, I can. Professor, I can! Mike: Aw, pipe down. No one asked you. Chauncey: If such crude side remarks can be dispensed with for the present, I shall give you a complete informative dissertation on the more important activities of the Class of ’37. Of course in 1934-35, being Sophomores, they had very little representation in School Government, but four w'orthy lads, Alden Nichols, Elmer Cornell, Kenneth Gould, and Adam Celes-tino, were entrusted with the responsibilities of Student Council members. It was finally arranged that a class meeting be held for the purpose of organizing this promising group of young men and wom- 3( 9 The Senior Year Book — 1937 en, and, despite the distracting commotion, they succeeded in electing a capable leader, the diminutive but officious Elmer Cornell, with Russell Rae as Vice President, to assure the position of an apt substitute. Thomas Moffitt was appointed guardian of the bullion, which is not an edible substance as some people think, Helen Leon to record any noteworthy experiences of the term 1934-35. Prof: Jah, Chauncey, I couldn’t haf done better myself. Chauncey: If as well, dear instructor. Prof: Oh, iss dat so? Now kviet anyhow. Veil ve must leave der poopuls of der Class of ’37 for dere first year. Now ve come to another term, 1935-36, und der poopuls iss fresh back from vacation. Mike: Fresh is ’-ight. Prof: Jah, Mr. Smarty, suppose you don’t be so fresh yourself. Now who can tell us vat vas der most important thing the Class of ’37 did in 1935? Jah, Cherry, suppose you tell us. Cherry: Well, I think they had a meeting. Prof: Yes, go on. Cherry: They umm----------they chose of- ficers. Prof: Und who vas dey? Cherry: The President was—Elmer Cornell—-I think. Prof: Jah wohl, dat makes vun correct thinking for Cherry. Who else? Cherry (with confidence): Russell Rae Vice President. Prof: No, no, Cherry, dat vas for 1934. Cherry: O-oh um,—let me see. Aby (whispers between snores): Clayton Arsenault. Prof: Aby iss you sleeping or vaking? Aby: (Snores) Axel: Professor, I tank I know dem. Dere was Clayton Arsenault, he vas Vice President, Villiam Brown, he vas Treasurer, und Helen I,eon, she vas secretary. Prof: Das right, Axel, Now, Aby, come und tell us vat else dey did for dat term. Aby: Veil, der same pipples vas still playing der same game still, but dere vas some others too. Michael Tarasevich and Bill Brown vun a whole flock of medals in a cross-country meet with some odder schools, and Dory Panciera vas made a member of der All State Feetball Team. Chauncey: Oh, Professor, I should like to add----- Prof: Chauncey, vere are your man- ners? Dis iss Aby’s recitation. Proceed, Aby. Aby: Oi, Professor, it must have slipped my mind vile I vas stooding here. Prof: Jah, Aby, ve can imagine. Veil, Chauncey, you can tell us vat you vas so eager to say before. Chauncey: I was merely attempting to mention that Elmer Cornell won the IPi-Y Award for his excellent personal qualities, and that Alden Nichols, as a worthy reimbursement for his literary aptitude, was awarded the Martha C. Babcock first prize of $22.50. Ah, how gratifying it must be to have one’s genius appreciated. Prof: Jah, Chauncey, I agree with you. But could possibly Cherry tell vat amoose-ments dey had? Cherry: I think so, Professor. There wasn’t any Junior Prom, but Edna Kissick was one of the funniest things in the Varieties. She danced around like this. (Demonstration of the dance.) There was a little boy with her, only no one could see him very well. Then the Class of ’37 gave the graduating class a farewell ball and that was the last day of school, so the next thing was another vacation. Mike: Hey, Professor, ain’t it time we got a vacation around here? Prof: Don’t get impatient, Michael, der best iss yet to come. Chauncey: Indeed it is, Professor. These last two years were the most important as well as the most interesting. With their same experienced leader, Elmer Cornell, they were destined to terminate their third year in this educational institution with great success in all branches of student activities. Prof: Jah wohl, Chauncey, und dey did chust dat. When dey had dere class meeting, whom did dey choose for president? Class: Elmer Cornell. Prof: My, but you iss improving. Und who vas Vice President? (Silence) Prof: Hmmp. I take id all back. Now vonce again I ask id, who vas der Vice President? (Pause) Chauncey? Chauncey: Oh dear me, Professor, I most implorably regret to inform you at this precise moment I am unprepared to give the required answer to your interrogatory statement. To be perfectly frank, 1 don’t know. - S( io )8� The Senior Year Book — 1937 Prof: Shame on you, Chauncey. Axel: I know, teecher. Prof: I doubt it Axel, but you can’t be any wronger dan der odders. Axel: William Cornell. Prof: Veil, Axel, dat vaa vorse dan I expected. Veil I shall haf to tell you. Dey vas—dey vas—hrump (looks in book) dey vas (children chime in) Dory Panciera, Vice President; Louis Capalbo, Treasurer, and Herbert Broadmeadow, Secretary. Prof (looks up : heepishiy): Close your books. Now let us see vat else you don't know. Come, Aby, see if it gifs a correct for you. Aby: Veil, esk me a kvastion. Prof: Jah. Maybe you know vat iss der N. E. S. P. A. Aby: Sure, now especially sale of pents at Aby's. Prof: Cut oud der advertising, Aby. Cherry, I think you know. Cherry: Yes, Professor, it was an as-so-she-ashun of school papers and magazines in New England and the kids on the Senior Board went to it ’cause they were members, and the R. I. A. S. C. was an as-so-she-ashun of Student Councils in Rhode Island and Elmer Cornell was President of it. Prof: Veil, ve haf anodder shining poo-pul mit us today. Jah, Cherry, das iss kvite right. Und now, Axel, do you know sombtink of der entertainments, perhaps? Axel: Sure, Professor, dey vere all very gude, and Louis Capalbo and Leon Perkins and Frank Perra made a lot of people come to see dem. Prof: Jah. but vat vere der tings dey vent to see? Yes, Aby? Aby: Dey gave six vun act plays in two nights and vere dey a bargain, almost as good as at Aby’s. John Nichols, Virginia Archie, and Barbara Campbell vere peaches actors! Prof: Jah wohl. Und don’t forget dat der best play, der vun in vich was Virginia Archie, entered der State competition. Veil, how vere der dances. Cherry? Cherry: Oh they were all right, Professor, only the Prom was the only one they gave, but everyone had a good time. Prof: Und so ve come to der finish. (Chauncey raises hand) Veil, Chauncey, don’t tell me you know sombting der book forgot ? Chauncey: No indeedy, Professor, but you seem to be slipping too lightly over the parting. It was history itself, for the doors of the dear old building were to be closed that year never to open for educational purposes again, for a fine new edifice had been erected to succeed the Broad Street High School, and thus when the Class of ’37 passed over those noble thresholds on their way to Baccalaureate, it was a solemn caress of farewell. (All look tearful and woebegone) Prof: Jah. Chauncey, look vat you haf done. Next ve vill haf a flood if you don’t cheer dem up. Chauncey: Well let us then all join our harmonious voices in the rollicking song of the Class of ’37, which, by the way, was composed by one of the members of the Class, John Maines. Stand and Sing Prof: School iss dismissed. Chorus: Rush out yelling. Curtain HELEN LEON MICHAEL TARASEVICH ALDEN NICHOLS The Senior Year Book. — 1937 (Class Jlraylimi I awoke on the morning of June 25, 1950, feeling so .:ick I feared I was about to cross the Great Divide. I rang for the butler, John Warden, and ordered him to call a doctor—anyone—for one saw-bone is as bad as the other. In about ten minutes the doctor was ushered into my room, and, lo and behold1 it was none other than Frank Turco, an old classmate. He took one glance at me and told me I was suffering from Ascaris Pyloris Lum-bricoids, and that an immediate operation was necessary. I finally persuaded him to examine me and in the final analysis it turned out that I was ailing from Stenosis Meningoencephalocele, a disease caused by overwork and not enough recreation, so he ordered a long vacation and a change of atmosphere. I had my butler ’phone my private secretary, Sara Iacoi, to prepare to accompany me on my vacation and to arrange all details. She left Miss Lillian Ruisi in charge of the office girls. Some of the stenographers are Elvira Faitani, Josephine Mooney, Constance Antonino, and Abby Babcock. I left my business in the hands of my General Manager, Albert Boumenot, and his assistants, Clayton Arsenault and Leon Perkins. Soon everything was in readiness. My chauffeur, Hawley Mapother, had driven my new Zyphercar to the door and we were off. This Zyphercar, one of the newer modes of travel, was invented by Michael Taras-evich, the most prominent inventor of our time. The metal contained in this machine is compounded so that it is lighter than air and can be made to fly by dropping the weights contained under the running boards. The three eminent scientists who amassed a fortune from the sale of this metal are Alexander Cruickshank, Joseph Gavitt, and Donald Sheldon. After a hard day’s journey, we became rather hungry. A brilliantly lighted sign over a restaurant attracted our attention, so we stopped there. The sign announced Kenneth Gould’s Orchestra with Roger Mason as Master of Ceremonies. Surely they can’t be our old classmates! As we enter, the orchestra is playing dance rhythm. While the waiter leads us to our tables, we encounter several familiar faces. Among the dancers are Josephine Bevacqua and Helen Pasetti. All eyes follow Rose Sposato and Frank Perra as they master several intricate steps with ease and grace. During the floor show the Master cf Ceremonies steps to the center of the floor; I see that it is the Roger Mason we knew in the Class of ’37. I also notice several of my talented classmates in the orchestra. These include Girard Nardonc, James Banker, William Richmond, and John Maines. The vocalists for the orchestra are that famous trio, ‘‘The Three Bars,” Helen Slattery, Ida Rose, and Mary Santoro. Roger announces the Ardu Sisters, and two pretty young women appear. As they start to sing, I have a vision of two very much embarrassed and angry girls standing on the platform at W. H. S. trying to sing to an empty hall. Why, of course, I knew I recognized the voices of Virginia Arnold and Evelyn Dufour. They must be grateful to Mr. Paterson for starting them on their successful career. The Tapping Twins are next announced. As the two go through their act, and each does separately a step that is harder than the last until it seems that their feet hardly touch the floor, I seem to remember some such competition outside of Room 9 at school. I know now; they are Nevina Arn.one and Florence Grinsell. I should have recognized them before; they haven’t changed a bit. A magician’s act is one of the attractions in the floor show and who do you suppose the necromancer is? Of course, it is our own Hazel Clemens, who amazes us with her bag of tricks. While we are seated ir. the restaurant, our attention is drawn to a small, darkhaired girl who looks very familiar. Yes, of course! It’s Edris Barnes, who is the center of attraction of a swarm of men, among whom are Peter Emanuel, James Salimeno, Cosmo Chiaradio, and Raymond Howard. And we mustn’t forget to in- -••sf 12 - Tin: Senior Year Book — 1937 elude George Howard in this group! He always did have a way with the ladies. It is too bad I must leave before the show is over; I might have seen some more of my old friends. When I call at the check room I notice a new girl behind the counter. She smiles, and. as she gives me my hat, I recognize Dorothy Heath. As I am leaving, I am stopped by a tiny blond cigarette girl, Isa Card. The next day we attend a baseball game between the Yankees and the Bees. Who knows but that some of our W. H. S. baseball stars may now be playing in the major leagues! While buying our tickets, I recognize Annie Moffitt in the booth, still at her old familiar job of ticket seller. Another surprise awaits me when I find the ticket collectors to be Rose Nardone and Rose Priz-ito. My guess about baseball talent was right, for whom do I see?—our popular star second baseman, Elmer Cornell of the Yankees. Richard Walthers, who has played 2000 consecutive games, plays center. Stationed at third for the Bees is Angelo Capizzano and at short is that speed demon, Frank Resico, both former W. H. S. stars. The battery for the Yanks is Carl Myllymaki, pitch, and Herbert Broadmeadow, catch, both of whom have been in the big leagues for many years. After having dinner, we are all exceedingly tired, so we leave in search of a place to sleep, but, finding no quarters near at hand, decide to get some information from the nearest policeman. Fortunately, he is right on the corner, and, upon drawing closer, we recognize Russell Rae, a typical husky guardian of the law. He directs us to an inn a few blocks distant, where we register. The night clerk, Fremont Burdick, gives us the key to our room and beckons two porters to get our baggage. More surprises are in order for us when the porters turn out to be John Garafolo and Fred Rodgers. The Zypher-car is stored in a garage owned by Anthony Vocatura. Benny DeMario, and Ernest Grenier. The next morning I send a telegram to my New York office. During my short stay in the telegraph office, I am confronted by Quentin Desimone and William Brown, who are in charge there. While passing through the heart of Boston, my secretary calls my attention to a large poster announcing Mademoiselle Tetlow’s Fashion Parade. She is now one of the country’s foremost style authorities. She also employs the nation’s most beautiful and famous models, Ruth Hunter and Dot Stelljes. We always suspected that Winnie would make herself famous as a result of her flair for dressmaking. As we are leaving the outskirts of the city, I order my chauffeur to drop the weights so that he Zyphercar may take off. We are soor. flying on our way to Hollywood, little realizing the surprises in store for us there. After two hours of fast flying, we sight the Conklin flying field, dedicated to the honor of that great aviator who was killed after circling the globe three times without stopping. Upon landing, we are greeted by the field superintendent, John Roan. During our brief chat with Mr. Roan, he informs us that three of our classmates operate from that field. They are Margaret Greenman and Carmella Rizzuto, air hostesses, and Alexander Thompson, famed air pilot. He then orders two greaseballs to put new weights on the Zyphercar, that we may ride on terra firma into Hollywood. As they turn their heads, we recognize them as none other than Eric Keskenin and Pat Capalbo—still as inseparable as ever. The first place we visit while in Hollywood is the Eckhard Studio, where we meet Charles Eckhard, owner and producer. He takes ns on the set to see a new picture being made. The picture is an up-to-date version of “Murder at the Opera,” starring Mademoiselle Bertinette. The cameras grind, I hear a beautiful voice singing, and the opera star appears. Her ash blond hair strikes another chord in my dull memory and I recognize Ruth Blackler. Unfortunately, Mademoiselle is murdered in the picture by those two scoundrels of the stage and screen, Alden Nichols and Virginia Archie. The scene is so realistic that I contract a bad case of nervitis, but I later have the pleasure of shaking hands with the three stars, just to prove to me that Ruth is still very much alive, and Alden and Virginia are not real scoundrels. While Mr. Eckhard is showing me around the set, we meet Barbara Campbell -4 3 )►— The Senior Year Book — 1937 coming out of her dressing room. Her hair is still the same mass of curls, and she looks more like a little girl than ever. Mr. Eckhard informs me that Barbara is posing for a famous cartoonist, Thomas Moffitt, who is drawing a new series of “Bobette Comedies.” These comedies are becoming so popular that they are putting “Betty Boop” out of business. That evening we attend a party on Revelry Hills with Mr. Eckhard. He takes us over to meet the hostess, Mrs. Morgan-vanastorbilt. She turns toward me, and I cannot conceal my surprise as I recognize Helen Leon. I hear that she is the wealthiest woman in Hollywood, and she certainly deserves all that has come to her. As the evening passes, I encounter several more of my old classmates, who are now Revelry Hills residents; among them are Claire Keane, Edna Kissick, Betty Brown, Jean McLaren, and Eleanor Gordon. Mr. Charles Trefes, who now owns several large bowling emporiums, is accompanied by William Madison and Raymond Crandall, who are in his employ. The guest of honor is Ruth Crandall, now a well known lecturer for the benefit of charity. The next morning I receive a letter from Dr. Turco urging me to undergo a physical examination the next day at the Hope Clarke Hospital. During my brief stay there, I encounter Ruth Merithew, Pauline Perreault, Edna Nelson, Margaret Blanda. and Claire Mitchell, who are registered nurses in the institution. Upon the completion of my examination, my secretary, Miss Iacoi, insists on visiting the world’s largest nursery, which is contained in this hospital. I never saw so many babies in all my life! Babies playing, babies eating, babies sleeping, and babies crying! Those two nurses in the sleeping room look familiar. Why, they are Althea Crowther and Marjorie Brown. Well, they’ll never wake the babies with their loud voices if they are anything as they were at W. H. S. I then think I should like to meet the head of this remarkable institution. My knock at a door marked PRIVATE, FOUNDER AND HEAD, brings a very stern, dignified-looking Charlotte Clemens, who informs me that her employer is too busy to receive visitors. As she closes the door, I catch a glimpse of none other than Louise Banker laboring at her desk. I might have known that Louise’s love of babies would lead up to something like this. We also visit one of the oldest and most famous private schools in the West. As we step into the office you can imagine my surprise at seeing Betty Stilson seated at the desk. We have a long talk, during which Betty informs me that she is not really the principal, but has just stepped into her husband’s big shoes until he returns from a trip to Wyoming, Rhode Island. This school has a very capable office girl, Florence Littlefield, the world’s fastest stenographer and typist. Florence has been offered enormous sums of money to go on exhibition tours, but she still nurses her old fear of crowds, and prefers to remain at her present job. She has two helpers, Frances Matthews and Frances Peckham, but she very seldom troubles them with any work, so they spend most of their time chattering. This institution boasts one of the leading professors on Economics and Commercial Law in the country. It must be gratifying to Miss Keenan to think that she gave her star pupil, Dory Panciera, his first start. A very interesting department of this school is the dramatic department, where Muriel Tobin teaches dialects to would-be actors; she is most efficient at Cockney. Katherine Briody and Antoinette Chiar-adio direct all the plays put on by this department. The next few days we are invited to spend on the ranch of Thomas Moffitt, the famous cartoonist. This ranch contains 25,000 head of cattle and it requires many cowboys to take care of them. During our exciting stay there, we find that some of the cowboys are William Bonner, William Crockett, Adam Celestino, James Al-timano, and Walter Kaskewsky. Frank Crooker is genera! manager of the ranch and William McCormick is range boss. One day Tommy tells me he has a surprise in store for me. We both mount horses and start to make a tour of the range. When we come upon a quaint little farm house, I am informed that William Morris, a gentleman farmer, lives here. This visit reveals the hiding place of our class twins, Irene and Ruth Williams. More surprises arc in store when I find — f 4 ►- The Senior Year Book — 1937 Irene Ellsworth, Bertha Maine, Gloria Mongeon, and Hope Eccleston employed there as milkmaids. Just as I was getting used to the great outdoor life, I received a telegram from Mr. Boumenot urging my immediate return, due to business difficulties. Fortunately we had by this time seen all of our classmates and were so cheered and refreshed by their accomplishments, that even the thought of having to return to work could not impair our jovial mood. Such is the joy of meeting old friends! LOUIS CAPALBO FLORENCE LITTLEFIELD WINIFRED TETLOW (£Iasi! §im$ Words and Music by John E. Maines I Triumphant, but sad, we see drawing nigh The end of high school days; Crown of Achievement, honor most high, But the parting of the ways. CHORUS In our hearts keep the emblem of Westerly, Banner of white and blue, To its high tradition ever We’ll be steadfast, firm and true. When our trials and cares o’ertake us Keep all these mem’ries bright, Keep the honor we have earned Keep the loyalty we’ve learned, Under the blue and white. II All down through the years that we’ll come and go With their joys and cares and strife Burdens will lighten with memories Of our happy high school life. CLASS COLORS—Red and Silver CLASS MOTTO Ave atque vale (Hail and farewell!) -■4 5 The Senior Year Book — 1937 (Hlafifl Hill As attorney, it becomes my sorrowful an l sombre task to compile this, the last will and testament of our dear Class of ’37. Although the duty is lugubrious and painful to me, I will, to the best of my ability, attempt to convey the message that this will contains. Therefore, we shall at once delve into the contents and dispense with the sobs and tears as soon as possible. Item 1: We, the Class of ’37, bequeath the following admonitions to the incoming Sophomore Class: 1. Endeavor to get to school on time —the detention room contains no easy chairs or chaise-longues in which to spend a pleasant half-hour. 2. Park your gum far enough under the desk so it can’t be detected. 3. Beware of the teachers’ dispositions on dull, rainy days. Item 2: To the Junior Class we leave that magnificent anticipation of being a Senior, accompanied by its inspiring feeling of authority. We also leave to the Juniors all our hopes of being the first class to enter the freshly painted portals of the new Senior High School. Item 3: To our new Oral English teacher, Miss Tellier, we extend our best wishes for more productions that will be as great successes as those that were profitably presented this year. Item 4: Because of her unceasing interest in all our activities, we confer upon Miss Hanson our deep appreciation and sincerely hope that she will miss the Class of ’37 as much as we shall miss her. Item 5: To our highly esteemed faculty we leave a new slate on which they may begin planning and preparing the inevitable, laborious, assiduous, interminable, and merciless assignments, with the hope that they will reconcile themselves to being a little more lenient with next year’s classes. Item 6: Our individual aptitudes, both tangible and intangible, shall be bestowed in the following manner: I, Elmer Cornell, having wisely led my class through its most difficult year, now extend best wishes to Bud Clark, President of next year’s Senior Class, and, in addition, bequeath to him an extra large and heavy blackthorn stick to aid him in performing his just and merciful duties. We, Ruth Hunter and Teddy Littlefield, will our deep, sincere, and unaffected friendship to Mildred Link and Dorothy Bingley of the Sophomore Class, and hope it will be as lasting as ours. I, Donald Sheldon, reluctantly bequeath my curly hair, one major attraction which has caused many female heartbreaks, to Charles Dolan, whose locks are regrettably straight and stringy. I, Betty Stilson, bequeath my simple but identifying giggle to Roderick Hemphill. I, Ruth Blackler, willingly submit to leaving my treasured golden voice to Marjorie Stillman, that individual of the Junior Class who will most deeply appreciate its value when evoking tender, touching strains from her famous violin. I, Louis Capalbo, will to Eddie Coyle my lightness of foot and the many happy moments I have spent on the dance floor. With the hope that it will lead him to better ends and be more advantageous to him than it was to me, I, James Banker, confer my ever-romantic nature on Ray Madison of the Soph Class. We, the following: Josephine Mooney, Hope Clark, and Althea Crowther, bequeath our mouse-like silence to Eleanor Dower, Harriet King, and Barbara Driggs. I, Alden Nichols, in due respect, bequeath my worthy position as Editor-ip-Chief of the Senior, along with a goodly -■ { 16 js - The Senior Year Book — 1937 supply of patience, tact, and diplomacy, to Marcelle LaMarche, sincerely hoping that her Board will cooperate and not make her work too burdensome. I, Russell Rae, bestow my pharmaceutical ambitions on Tony Morrone, trusting that we won’t run as competitors in later years. We, Frances Matthews, Alexander Cruickshank, and Charles Thompson, will our over-generous crops of dashing red hair to Bernice Hoxsie, Annie Sturgeon, and Charles Oppy, that they may be fired with unlimited gaiety and exuberance of spirit. I, Albert Boumenot, confer my proud, yet capable, high pressure salesmanship on Joseph Di Fanti. I. Margaret Greenman, will my theme song, “Oh. How I Hate to Get Up in the Morning,” to Betty Crandall, who tries her best to take stock in the old saying— “Early to bed and early to rise makes a girl healthy, wealthy, and wise.” I, Herbert Broadmeadow, bequeath my world-famous title “Ever-Popular” with all the results, both favorable and unfavorable, it has brought me, to Stanton l.angworthy of the Junior Class. I, Sara lacoi, will all my athletic ability to Margaret Brown, who, I feel, is worthy of it. We, Dick Walthers and John Maines, bequeath our worn and battered football helmets to Dave Lownds and Mario Grad-ilone, two promising Juniors. We, Barbara Campbell and Tommy Moffitt, bequeath our coy and surreptitious glances at one another to Bud Saunders and Frudy Dower of the Sophomore Class. I, Michael Tarasevich, confer upon Barney Holliday my well-appreciated ability of persuasive argument to reduce assignments, and my power of making life sublime by asking foolish questions to fill recitation time. Having proven my ability to draw tears from stones and sobs from even the faculty, I, Virginia Archie, bequeath my Bernhardt-like tragedienne art to Caroline Crandall. 1, Dory Panciera, will my compatibility and fairness to “Baby” LeRoy Peckham, Captain of ’38 football team. I, Antoinette Chiaradio, bequeath my baby tactics, in addition to the sweets and lolly-pops 1 have not yet consumed, to Peggy Thompson. Feeling quite important and a bit doleful about having to submit my chief mark of individuality, I, John Roan, confer my collegiate air on Johnny O'Brien, whose style seems to be stepping away with him. I, Helen Leon, bestow my many “irons in the fire” on Caroline Barber, with the warning that she use great care in handling them. This being the conclusion of our last will and testament, we do hereby name our highly respected principal, Mr. Mason, as sole administrator. In witness whereof, we, the Class of ’37, the testators, have to this, our final testament inscribed on a lengthy scroll, set our hand and seal this twenty-first day of June, Anno Domini, one thousand nine hundred thirty-seven. Respectfully submitted, —jean McLaren. 417 The Senior Year Book — 1937 (Class tatistirs Most Beautiful Dorothy Stelljes Most Popular Barbara Campbell Most Intelligent Helen Leon Most Athletic Sarah Iacoi Most All Around Barbara Campbell Best Dressed Ruth Hunter Quietest Althea Crowther Class Optimist Edna Kissick Class Pessimist Ruth Blackler Class Pest Phyllis Sisson Class Baby Ruth Blackler Best Natured Virginia Arnold One Who Has Done Most for Class Helen Leon One Most Likely to Succeed Helen Leon Most Polite Helen Leon Teacher’s Pet Sarah Iacoi Class Actress Virginia Archie Class Flirt______ Edris Barnes Class Artist Helen Pasetti Class Poet—-— Helen Leon Class Musician Dorothy Heath Neatest Ruth Crandall Cutest Barbara Campbell Class Stenographer Fiorence Littlefield Most Humorous Betty Stilson Most Studious Helen Leon Most Romantic Betty Stilson Most Sophisticated Jean McLaren Best Dancer Althea Crowther Most High Hat Jean McLaren Most Collegiate Barbara Campbell Most Sociable Claire Keane Most Original Ruth Merithew Most Handsome Donald Sheldon Most Popular Elmer Cornell Most Intelligent Alden Nichols Most Athletic Dory Panciera Most All Around Elmer Cornell Best Dressed Hawley Mapother Quietest William Richmond Class Optimist Thomas Moffitt Class Pessimist Clayton Arsenault Class Pest Charles Trefes Best Natured Thomas Moffitt Class Baby Donald Sheldon One Who Has Done Most for Class Elmer Cornell Most Likely to Succeed Alden Nichols Most Polite Charles Eckhard Teacher’s Pet Louis Capalbo Class Actor Alden Nichols Class Flirt Herbert Broadmeadow Class Artist Frank Perra Class Poet Joseph Gavitt Class Musician John Maines Neatest Charles Eckhard Cutest Elmer Cornell Class Stenographer William Brown Most Humorous Michael Tarasevich Most Studious Alden Nichols Most Romantic Herbert Broadmeadow Most Sophisticated John Taylor Best Dancer Louis Capalbo Most High Hat John Taylor Most Collegiate John Roan Most Sociable Elmer Cornell Most Original Michael Tarasevich Favorite Sport Football ---jf 18 )?►- The Senior Year Book — 1937 fjmtnranj Urgma I, Warden Hugh Seddit, of the “Try-Again” Institute, am proud of these, my charges, who for three strenuous yeai'3 have successfully fought and overcome mental deficiencies so that they may now leave these walls and go out into the world with a better understanding. As head of this institution, I have been given the high honor of bestowing upon each of these young people a degree which represents his or her not unworthy attainment. It is altogether fitting and proper that I should present the first degree to the class president, Elmer Cornell, who has shown an undying interest in his class and guided it successfully. He has also taken an active part in various sports. I give him, therefore, the degree of 0. B. 0. Y., Our Best Of Youth. To Alden Nichols, whose remarkable intelligence has been shown by the number of A’s on his report and by his ability as editor of the “Senior,” I grant the degree of N. 0. S. E., No One So Efficient. On Girard Nardone, who always enjoys a good joke and who can be seen blushing with laughter long after everybody else has stopped, I bestow' the degree of W. I. L. L., Wiggles Intensely with Ludicrous Laughter. Helen Leon, one of our most all-around girls, was chosen by many as the girl who has done the most for her class. Surely, then, she deserves the degree of A. I. D., Always In Demand. When Winifred Tetlow is not studying, she may be found on the west side of the town. What or who is it that attracts her attention? Perhaps her degree of S. A. S. S., She Admires Ston-ington Scholars, will partly answer this question. Michael Tarasevich, who has a nature that is very hard to analyze, is a smart little chap when he wants to be. He makes his English themes interesting by using long, complicated w'ords that no one else w'ould ever think of. But “Mickey” has a good time in school, too; if he is not interested in his lesson, he is playing or fooling, just like a little kitten. Thus, to him I give the degree of S. 0. A. P., Studious and Original, Although Playful. For Dorothy Stelljes, who has won many friends by means of her grace and charm, I reserve the degree P. D. Q., Popularity Demands Queenliness. To Roger Mason, who alw'ays has something to say when he gets into a difficulty and who can plead his own case in such a predicament, I give the degree of S. R. L., Surely Resembles a Lawyer. One brilliant boy in this institute seems to have a weakness for beautiful beings, and often can be found near a group of girls, talking to his heart’s content. Thus to Russell Rae, I award the degree V. A. R. S., Values and Adores the Romantic Sex. Whenever I see David Crockett, I think of Miles Standish, for he stands up straight and walks w'ith quick, determined steps. I, therefore, give him the degree of S. U. N., Strides Uniformly and Naturally. We have to admit “Frank”ly that w'hen Frances Peckham and Frances Matthew's get together they can be heard from one end of the building to the other—sufficient proof of “Happy School Days.” Therefore the degree of J. 0. H. N., Just Our Happy Noisemakers, is awarded. To Raymond Crandall, our bookworm, who spends most of his spare time reading fairy tales, I grant the degree of T. 0. B., Thrives On Books. Since Bill Madison has been in this school, he has developed a liking for drawing. Sometimes the blackboard is full of pictures of Pop Eye and other comic heroes; so I must give him the degree S. K. I. D., Show's Kraftsman-ship In Drawing. Although Alex Cruickshank does not entirely enjoy a test in any subject, he is usually prepared for one, because, before the day of reckoning arrives, he writes down all the important statements and learns them by heart. He, — S{ 19 The Senior Year Book — 1937 then, should have the degree R. E. D., Really Energetic and Determined. On Gloria Mongeon, who has a giggle that makes us sit up and take notice, I bestow the degree G. I. G., Gloria’s Inimitable Giggle. To Raymond Howard, who is generally wrapped up in fog and who sometimes even falls asleep during a class period, I award the degree R. F. D., Rambles in Fanciful Dreams. Although Eleanor Gordon has been with us only one year, during that time she has made many friends, not only in town, but also in our most efficient institution. Thus, I bestow upon her the degree R. A. P., Rapidly Acquires Popularity. Almost any time of day, you will find Ruth Hunter lolling in the sun. Is she trying to keep her summer tan through the winter months or is she just enjoying the warmth? Whatever it may be, we think the most fitting degree for her is R. E. S. R., Ruth Enjoys the Sun’s “Rays.” Charles Trefes is one of the inmates who is always giving “wise cracks,” or playing mischievous tricks on someone. To him, therefore, I give the degree of R. S. V. P., Raises Such Villainous Pranks. To Resico, who is usually asking what the assignments are for the next day, or who is trying to find out how to solve certain problems, I grant the degree of Q. E. D., Questions Each Duty. Ruth Blackler is one of our soloists who has won fame in variety shows and glee club concerts. Her voice is so sweet that even the bees swarm around. I. therefore, give her the degree of H. T. S., High-Toned Singer. Because Edna Kissick is so good-natured, and because she takes everything humorously, no one can question her right to the degree T. 0. N., A Touchstone Of Nonsense. Katherine Briody takes great interest in her work. Why, she even studies when other pupils are having a good time; so I must give her the degree of K. A. T. E., Katherine’s Always Toiling Earnestly. To Willard Conklin, who modestly avoids the applause and praise of his associates, I award the degree of W. E. B., Willard’s Evidently Bashful. When the orchestra is practicing, James Banker’s trombone stands out above all the other instruments. Maybe that is because of the long-winded blower. Anyway, he deserves the degree T. N. T., Thunders Noisily on his Trombone. Irene Ellsworth has been so quiet these last few years that even our most honored instructors know very little about her except her ability as a scholar. To her, therefore, I give the degree of M. M., Mysterious Maiden. Frank Crooker enters every class with a knife and a piece of wood in his hand. Then he spends the whole period carving ships, chains, etc. Thus, to him I award the degree of W. A. D„ Whittles All Day. On George Howard, who is constantly giving new methods of solving an algebra problem that has only one solution, I bestow the degree A. N. T., Announces New Theories. Fremont Burdick, one of our leading athletes, one of our most popular boys, and one that we can feel sure will be successful in anything he undertakes, deserves the degree of D. O. T., Dashes Onward Triumphantly. When we consider “Teddy” Littlefield’s pleasing mannerisms and personality, we are able to understand why she is so popular. Therefore she has earned the degree of P. O. P., Pleasing, Outstanding Personality. Antoinette Chiaradio acts and talks without any real seriousness, and displays a broad grin when something funny is said. I must give her, then, the degree G. Y. M., Giddy Young Miss. When Vocatura isn’t in his bakery, he can be seen studying Vergil’s “Aeneid.” I, therefore, grant him the degree of A. W. O. L.. Always Working On Latin. To Peter Emanuel, who likes to go to the store at noontime and buy candy for the afternoon periods, I give the degree of C. O. D., Candy’s On His Diet. Wouldn’t it be grand if we all could be like Edna Nelson? Edna walks around as though she hasn’t a care; if she does worry, she hides it. Certainly she de- -••§( 20 )8� - - Tm. Senior Vf.ar Book — 1937 serves the degree of P. A. U. L., Passes Among us Laudably. When Salimeno first came to this institution, he didn’t approve our methods of instruction, but now he would like to stay longer, so I allow him the degree I. O. U., Intrigued by Our University. If you have never seen Patsy Capalbo and Keskinen playing Ping-Pong, you do not know what you have missed, for they can tickle the ball over the net with great ease. Thus to them I give the degree of P. P. P., Ping-Pong Pals. When more attractive and advanced styles come into use, Charles Eckhard will be sure to take advantage of them. Because he enjoys new fashions, he is well-dressed at all times. To him, therefore, I offer the degree of B. V. D., Best Visible Dude. Muriel Tobin, one of our quietest members, is very earnest in her school work. That is why she can give a sensible answer whenever she is called upon. As a reward, may I bestow upon her the degree Q. U. I. Z., Quiet, Useful, Intelligent, Zealous. To Capizzano, who has played fine baseball at third base during the past two years, I grant the degree B. I. B., for he is at his Best In Baseball. Even our efficient institution has not been able to solve the problem of getting Garafolo to classes on time. I must, therefore, award him the degree of S. B. S., Slow But Sure. To Dory Panciera. our fleet-footed football hero, who can always squeeze through an opening that seems blockaded, I give the degree of G. A. Y., Gains Another Yard. Dick Walthers has many outstanding abilities. He has been an asset to our football and baseball teams, and his ability as an actor was evidenced in the Senior play. Because he puts a polish on everything he does, I award him the degree S. S. B., Shoe Shine Boy. In our midst, we have Dorothy Heath, a lover of nature. Judging from the conversation we have heard, “Dot” spends most of her time at the “Bird” (icks). On her. then, I bestow the degrees B. A. M. P., Birds Are My Pets. What would Westerly High do if it didn’t have at least one song bird? But this year we have two—Virginia Arnold and Evelyn Dufour. Everywhere you go you will find them studying a song sheet or crooning the latest song hits. Thus to Virginia and Evelyn we give the degree H. S. S. B., High School Song Birds. Virginia Archie, our talented actress, has such charming manners that she has won no little admiration. Wherever she goes, she presents a pleasng appearance. I can now reward her with the degree of B. A. N. G., Bright, Attractive, Neat, Gifted. To Herbert “Ever Popular” Broad-Meadow, who is thrilled when he can have a circle of girls around him, and who is not content without them, I grant the degree B. A. L. K., Broadmeadow is Another Lady Killer. On John Roan, who is never disturbed by the frowning faces of others, but who has a winning smile for everybody he sees, I bestow the degree S. A. P., Smiling Always Pays. Hawley Mapother, the Beau Brummell of the Class of 1937, has shown the boys what well-dressed men are now wearing. Because he has presented himself in bright colored socks, outstanding ties, and a different suit for every occasion, we give to him the degree R. S., Rare Styles. Many classrooms would be boring if it were not for the witty remarks of these two youths—Arsenault and Desimone. Thus the degree A. R. W., Always Ready with Witticisms, is best fitting. To Warden, who is often seen moving rapidly in his streamlined limousine, especially when he is going to a party, I give the degree A. S. K., Ashaway Speed King. Jean McLaren can dance for hours on our famous ballroom floor, and she gets great pleasure in this performance. To her, therefore, I give the degree of H. S., High Stepper. Betty Stilson is able to talk forever without the least appearance of weariness. But she also has another enjoyment—that of chewing gum. Under these circumstances, I grant her J. A. M., Her Jaws Are Movable. To Clair Mitchell, who likes to walk up and down High Street several times during the noon hour, I grant the degree H. G. L„ Happy-Go-Lucky. - «5( 21 )§►- Thf. Senior Year Book — 1937 Sara Iacoi has already declared her intention of becoming a school teacher. She has also expressed her idea as to what a good teacher should be like, and if she holds true to these ideals, her pupils will gain a thorough knowledge. Therefore, the degree O. N. C. T., Our Next Commercial Teacher. When it comes to selling tickets or advertising school functions, our two business girls, Annie Moffit and Helen Pa-setti, take first prize. They have proved to be such a help to Westerly High that we feel confident in awarding to them the degree U. B. T., Unusual Business Talent. John Maines has become famous not only by his ability as a football player, but also by his talent in playing jazzy music. He. therefore, deserves the degree of H. V. H., Hope Valley Hero. We have at last discovered the reason for Rose Prizito’s quietness. It is daydreaming. Consequently, to her we award the degree M. D., Many Dreams. To Ruth Crandall, whose attraction is due to her daintiness, and who works with skill and eagerness, I give the degree of C. C. C., Cute, Clever, and Conscientious. On William Richmond, who is seldom heard except when he is tooting his saxophone, I bestow the degree A. S. P., Astonishing Saxophone Player. To Isa Card, who must be comfortably seated in her “Morris” chair before she can do her school work or before she can properly study her lessons, we award the degree C. W. W., Comfort While Working. Among the Seniors, we have two girls that have brightened up many of our classrooms with their bright sayings. Therefore, upon May Santora and Margaret Blanda we bestow the degree of W. H. S., Westerly High’s Spirit. We have never seen Florence Grinsell without a smile or without a happy air about her, and. since nothing ever seems to trouble her, we give her the degree of J. I. M„ Jolly Is thus Miss. To William Morris, whose uproar of laughter can be heard all over the room whenever he reads one of Ripley’s “Be-lieve-it-or-not” jokes, I grant the degree of R. Y. A., Ripley’s Young Admirer. We don’t have to worry about Hope Clarke or Carmela Rizzuto’s making a classroom noisy because they never speak unless spoken to; so as a degree we award them the familiar maxim—S. G., Silence is Golden. Any man in business would enjoy having these two office boys around—Frank Perra and Albert Boumenot. Much credit for the success of our school functions goes to them. Therefore, what could be a more fitting degree than S. B. M., Successful Business Men. We can’t understand why Louis Ca-palbo has to go to Peace Dale and other neighboring towns to make visits. He ought, it seems to us, stay in his home town. Bradford. But for a partial answer we give him the degree P. O., Prefers Outsiders. Claire Keane is a gay lassie who takes part in any form of merrymaking. But she also understands the problems of her friends, and can show them how to do a thing with the best results. I, therefore, give her the degree S. U. G. A. R., for she possesses a Sincere Understanding, Gaiety, and Astonishing Revelry. To Charlotte Clemens, who allows others to give their opinions before she voices her own, I grant the degree of B. S., Broad-minded Student. We have an organization that is open to all boys who consider themselves wom-en-haters. The leading members of this club are William Brown and Leon Perkins. Thus to them I give the degree of F. 0. B., Fellowship of Bachelors. After seeing Louise Banker act in the Senior Play, we wonder why her acting ability was not recognized long before this. Consequently we award her the degree of E. T. A., Extremely Talented Actress. Hazel Clemens is never distressed. Whether you see her at work or with a group of fun-makers, her heart is apparently at ease. To her, therefore, I give the degree H. A. S. H., Hazel Always Seems Happy. On Roy Brown, who can skim over the winter ice with the agility of a champion, I bestow the degree of E. S., Expert Skater. We have another singing lady in our —«S{ 22 The Senior Year Book — 1937 class. Several times during this school year Louise Genese has been requested to sing for her friends, and she is always willing to do it. So the best degree for her is—L. G. B. V., Little Girl with the Big Voice. William Bonner enjoys the study of matter and energy, including heat, sound, electricity, etc., even though physics are not usually pleasing to take. He then, deserves the degree of P. A., Physics is Admirable. To Kenneth Gould, whose face is continually gleaming with radiance, and who offers amusement with his jovial nature, I grant the degree S. 0. S., Sends Out Sunshine. What eyes! Anyone who has seen Marjorie Brown feels an everlasting joy mirrored in those thoughtful brown orbs— the joy of life. To her, therefore, I give the degree of M. E., Marvelous Eyes. How is it that Fred Rodgers usually has plenty of beauties near him? Perhaps, it is because he is on the lookout for them. Anyway, I must give him the degree S. 0. D. A., A Sheik Only Demands Attention. Because of her small stature and her elegant manners, I give to Althea Crow-ther the degree of R. L. M., Refined Little Miss. To Alex Thompson, who is greatly interested in airplanes and other forms of aviation, I grant the degree V. I. A., Vies In Aeronautics. On John Taylor, who is present at nearly every football and baseball game that comes along, I bestow the degree of I. S. F., Interested Sport Fan. To Frank Turco, who earns some spare money as a serious-mind clerk, I give the degree of E. T. C., Efficient, Trustworthy Clerk. Tom Moffit has helped our teams win many games in various sports. His quick thoughts and actions are characteristic of him. Therefore, he deserves the degree E. R. A.. Ever-Ready Athlete. To William McCormack, who has worked steadily on the track team to become a successful performer, I give the degree of T. S. Track Star. To Ernest Grenier, who says nothing unthinkingly, but who figures out the answer before he speaks. I allow the de- gree of T. T. T., Takes Time to Think. Irene Williams has been with us three years, and has won many friendships by her willingness to help others. Thus, upon her we bestow the degree A. D. G., Always Doing Good. Walter Keskewsky does not sit still in the same seat very long at a time; he likes to wander through the corridors and through other rooms. Maybe this is because of the hard chairs. So I must give him I. V., Idle Vagrant. To Celestino, our newsboy, who has to carry a big bag of papers in order to meet the demands of his customers, I grant the degree of P. E. 1 , Peddles Extra Papers. With the coming of Spring, Benny De-Mario receives new ambition, for the refreshing air revives him. If the room is too warm, he sits near the open window. Under these conditions, I must give him the degree S. 0. F. A., Studies Only with Fresh Air. On James Altimano, who may be seen wherever there is the least bit of excitement, such as forest fires or baseball games, I bestow the degree of A. E.. Attracted by Excitement. Some day we expect to see Cosmos Chiaradio playing baseball in the Major League, because he has been well trained in various teams. To him, therefore, I give the degree B. R. R., Babe Ruth’s Rival. Although Pauline Perreault likes to study, she likes her physical training periods better. So well does she enjoy her daily dozens that she has decided to teach that art. To her, then, we give the degree F. J. T., Future “Jym” Teacher. No matter how much noise their friends are making, Ida Rose and Lillian Ruisi refuse to contribute their share of the racket. Consequently upon them I confer the degree P. S., Preserve Silence. To Betty Brown, who does not mind the “Din” made by the engine of her chauffeur’s car, I give the degree of R. O. M. P., Rides On Most Peacefully. Although Edris Barnes was inclined to be a bit timid and uncertain of her abilities when she entered this institution, our thorough training has caused her to shine like the stars. I can now conscientious- -4 23 Tin-. Senior Year Book — 1937 ly give her the degree of B. E. E. F., Begins Expectantly and Ends Famously. Abby Babcock does not say very much, but her answers are right to the point. I, therefore, offer her the degree of A. R. C., Always Replies Correctly. On a hot day, Margaret Greenman takes pleasure in spending the afternoon at the beach, where the air is cool. Therefore, to her I give the degree C. O. B., Cool Ocean Breezes. Nevina Arnone enjoys dancing and anyone who has seen her on the ballroom floor cannot deny the fact that she is one of our outstanding performers. Thus, we present the degree D. L., Dancing Lady. What would Elvira Faitani do without Constance Antonino? She can’t do her work without first consulting Constance; they walk to and from school together; and they walk side by side around the school. What degree other than T. T., Traveling Twins, would be fitting for them? To Rose Nardone and Josephine Be-vacqua, the two little girls of our Senior Class who never fail to blush, either when reciting or when a young gentleman speaks to them, we present the degree B. C., Blushing Classmates. Ruth Merithew has faithfully kept the attendance of the soprano section of the chorus. She, then, deserves the degree A. O. M., Ardent Chorus Monitor. Bertha Maine likes to ramble in the sunshine and she gets new inspirations from doing it. Because of this fondness for nature. I give her the degree S. O. L„ Sweet, Outdoor Life. To Thelma Hill, who waits patiently in the morning for the slow bus to arrive, I grant the degree of W. H. A. T., Waits Hours At a Time. To Angeline Grispino, who doesn’t give up even when a difficult problem confronts her, I give the degree of W. W., Willing Worker. Phyllis Sisson does not pay any attention to the little boys who are always trying to tease her, but joins in with the fun. To her, then, I award the degree N. A. T„ Not Annoyed by Teasers. Helen Slattery, one of our artists, has proved to us her ability to draw by the many sketches she has passed around to all her friends. Thus, to her we present the degree T. E. D., Talented, Easy Drawer. To Rose Sposato, who walks a mile or two home to dinner every day without getting tired, I grant the degree of F. W., Fast Walker. Donald Sheldon is the boy whom Nature has blessed with a valuable possession—the much-sought-for gift of beauty—so he deserves the degree of H. A. P., Handsome As a Peacock. My dear friends; I wish to take this last opportunity to express my sincere thanks for the supreme honor which you have bestowed upon me, in asking me to present your degrees. The assistance given to me by two busy ladybirds, Ruth Williams and Barbara Campbell, is greatly appreciated. I trust that these degrees will meet with your approval, and feel confident that if you put into practice the virtues and skills suggested here, your revered Alma Mater will always regard with joy and pride the Class of 1937. —JOSEPH GAVITT. -■ 6( 24 The Senior Year Book — 1937 Elmer Cornell Baseball 1, 2, 3. Football 2. 3. Soccer 1. President of Class 1, 2, 3. Chorus 1. Hi Y 2, 3. Hi Y Cup 2. Varieties 3. Senior Play. Honorary Lettermen 1, 2. Senior Board 4. Student Council 1, 2, 3. Honor Roll 1, 2, 3. Captain of Baseball 3. Pres ident of R. I. A. S. C. 3. Elmer has had three busy, fruitful years in which he has proved that he was first the friend, second the leader, and third, and no less im portant, the sportsman. We owe El mer more than anyone realizes and when memory of his accomplishments fails, our gratitude will remain. — WHS — Constance Antonina Chorus 2, 4 At home Connie” is quite con tent to be left alone with a pair of knitting needles within her reach, but at school she is seldom seen alone because of her friendliness and sense of humor. — WHS — Virginia Arnold Soccer 3. Badminton 4. Chorus 4. dee Club 4. Varieties 3. Gift Coni mittee 4. Usher for Varieties 4. What charm! What a personality! Ginny’s” pleasing disposition and friendliness toward everyone explain why she was chosen the best natured girl in the class. We sincerely envy the man who is fortunate enough to obtain such a competent secretary. _ WHS — Clayton Arsenault Football 2, 3. Track 2. Vice Pres; dent 3. Chorus 2, 3, 4. Glee Club 2. Student Council 4. Usher for Senior Reception 3. ”Clayt,” who is one of our most able business management students, also has his humorous side. What j dull place Room 9 would be without his witty remarks to brighten home room periods. —. WHS — James Banker Orchestra 1, 2, 3. While Jimmy is very skillful at sliding a trombone, he never at tempts to slide by in his studies. His inquiring nature has gained for him knowledge that otherwise would have remained unknown. He never rests until his task is done. 4 25 )■ - James Altimano Football 3. Big Jim” he is called by his classmates because of his giant stat ure, but, in spite of his size, Jim” is not at all a dangerous but a quiet suit of fellow, attending to his stud ies. _ WHS — Virginia Archie Chorus 2. 3, 4 Glee Club 2. 3, I. Varieties 3, 4. Senior Play 4. Prize Speaking 4. Junior Prom Usher 3. Senior Prom Committee 4. Senior Board 4. Cheer Leader 3, 4. Her ability to portray the emotions of others is so effective that any characterization she attempts be comes a vital living thing. Her dramatizations have a professional touch. There is no acting, however, in her sincerity and loyalty to friends. They come straight from the heart. — WHS — Nevina Arnone Honor Roll 2, 3, 4. Chorus 2, 3, 4. Senior Board 4. Glee Club 2, 3, 4. Personnel 4. Senior Prom Committee 4. Usher for Senior Play I. Varieties 3, 4. Amateur Show 2. Soccer 2. Hockey 3. Nina is our curly headed tap-dancer who has danced her way into many hearts. She willingly lends a helping hand whenever it is needed and has won a host of friends with her pleasing manner and that irre sistible little giggle. — WHS — Abbey Babcock Perhaps the fact that Abbey has been adapting herself all the year to new friends and surroundings ma have won for her the title of quiet est girl.” Her love for music is evinced by her enthusiastic attend ance at fine concerts and something of the Beauty born of murmuring sound Has passed into her face. — WHS — Louise Banker Senior Play 4. Cap and Gown Committee 4. Surely no true Englishman could have mastered the Cockney dialect more perfectly than did Louise in the Senior Play. Playing the title role in Op-o Me Thumb was no easy task, but Louise did it just as expertly as she does everything she attempts. The Senior Year Book — 1937 Edris Barnes Chorus 2, 3, 4. Glee Club 2, 3, 4 Varieties 3, 4. Behold our class flirt! This cute little miss never seems to be at a loss for words, a quality which makes her a popular member in our midst. Besides being a facile con versationalist, Kdris proved her abil ity to act in the variety show, where she portrayed the sweet, innocent heroine so perfectly. — WHS — Ruth Blackler Churns 2, 3, 4. Glee Club 2, 3. 4 Varieties 3, 4. Senior Play 4. Senior Prom Committee 3. Band 2, 3. Prize Speaking 4. Although babies arc not utten particularly musical, our class baby showed her ability as a singer in the Varieties of '36.” Also Ber tinettc electrified us with her ma tery of the Cockney dialect. Never can she convince us that she has net been in London. — WHS — William Bonner Soccer 2. 3. Track 2. If one were to guess Bill Bonner’s nationality by his appearance and personality, he would be firmly con vinced that Bill was typically English, with his blonde hair, fair col oring, strong, slim build, and his congenial but reserved manner. This would be enough to assure most ordinary people, but to the doubtful we might add that Bill is an en thusiast for soccer, a characteristic of all true Englishmen. — WHS — Katherine Briody Junior Usher 3. Varieties 4. Sen ior Play 4. Senior Prom 4. Student Council 4. Black curly hair plus sparkling blue eyes make Kay a typical Irish Colleen. Although she has many outside activities, she never lets them interfere with her school work. She is, moreover, an active member of the Student Council. Her entertaining conversation and ever ready wit have gained for her a wide circle of friends. — WHS — Betty Brown Badminton 2, 3, 4. Usher at Sen ior Play 4. Chorus 2, 3. 4. It may be Betty's serene outlook on life which is responsible for her perfect poise, and if her mind is always as quiet and unruffled as her appearance, our envy is justi tied. Josephine Bevacqua Soccer 2. Tennis 2. Chorus 2, 3. 4. Jo’s ability as a dressmaker is evidenced by the pleasing appear ance she always makes wherever one meets her. This neat appearance, together with a sunny disposition, makes her one of our most well liked class mates. — WHS — Margaret Blanda Soccer 2. Chorus 2, 3, 4. Usher for Glee Club Concert 4. The quotation Now you see her, and now you don't, well describes our 'Margie,” who never stays in one place very long. She is quick to grasp a situation and never hesitates to help a friend in need. — WHS — AI bert Bourne not Cross Country 2, 3. Chorus 2, 3, 4. General Manager Senior Play 4 Publicity Manager Concert 4. Invitation Committee 4. Ushe. for Glee Club Concert 4. Al, our future star salesman, will certainly succeed, if his work in business management is any example of his ability. His love of debating will certainly help him in his rhosen profession. — WHS — Herbert Broad meadow Football 2, 3, 4. Class Secretary 4. Chorus 2. Senior Play 4. Herb, one of our most popular students, is well known for his swinging, sailor like gait and his broad, manly chest. Besides his ability at football, Herb is quite an actor as was shown by his part in the Senior Play. — WHS —- Marjorie Brown Chorus 4 Senior Play Usher 4. Varieties Usher 4. Marjorie, a charmingly quiet little girl from Ashaway, is particularly attractive when she greets a friend with that pleasant smile of hers. We feel that she might well apply for the position of Mary Astor’s double. - «•${ 26 - The Senior Year Book — 1937 William Brown Cross Country 2, 3. Captain Cross Country 3. Track 2. Class Treasurer 3 Chorus 2, 3, 4. Glee Club 2, 3. 4. Senior Hoard 4. Student Council 4 l.ettermen's Club 2, 3. Bill, one of our most intelligent boys, is very much interested in sports, being our cross country cap tain and also a member of the track team. • A healthy mind in a healthy body. — WHS — Barbara Campbell Student Council Secretary 4. Chorus 4. Band 2, 3. Student Council 4 Senior Board 4. Junior Usher 3 Senior Prom Committee 4. Senior Play 4 Basketball 2, 3, 4 Bobs, a truly outstanding girl! Her countless successes and tri umphs have not turned a hair of her curly head. Personality plus a cute fare and figure make her the pride and joy of the Class of '37. Her choice as most all around gives proof of a perfectly balanced char acter. — WHS — Patsy Capalbo Pat believes that a comfortable position is necessary if he is to do good work. In Algebra his hands are usually holding up his face, while his eyes stare constantly at the blackboard. Let’s hope that these are the first steps toward becoming a great thinker. — WHS — Isa Card Chorus 3. Soccer 4. Hockey 4. Basketball 4. Badminton 4. Whether you're short or whether you’re tall. It really makes no difference at all. Isa is very quiet when the ques tion of size is mentioned, but none of her friends will hesitate to say that she is always a good sport and an ideal comrade. — WHS — Antoinette Chiaradio Paddle Tennis 2, 3, 4 Soccer 2, 3, 4. Basketball 2, 3, 4. Badminton 2, 3, 4 Hockey 3, 4. Chorus 2, 3, 4. Glee Club 2, 3, 4. Varieties 3. Senior Play 4 Senior Prom Music Committee 4. Senior Board 4. Ant, though one of our tiniest girls, is also one of our most ath letic. She is especially fond of basketball, and has proven herself a whirlwind on the court. Fremont Burdick Varieties 4. Senior Board 4. Foot-ball 3. 4. Another dashing young football star from H« pe Valley is as capable of passing the pigskin on an athletic field as he is of passing canned giNids across the counter of his fath er's store. With his athletic ability he combines a lively intelligence. — WHS — Louis Capalbo Football 2, 3, 4. Baseball 2, 3, 4. Intra Mural Basketball 2, 3, 4. Class Treasurer 4 Chorus 2, 3. Glee Club 2, 3. Stud is one of the most popular boy in the class and was voted the best dancer. These arc not his only achievements, however, for he is also a star member of the football and baseball teams. We wonder what we would have done without Stud’s pleasing manner of making announce ments in class. — WHS — Angelo Cappizano Baseball 3, 4. Basketball 3, 4. For the last two years Cappv has covered third base very efficiently during the baseball season and also has proven himself a great help to the basketball five. We are sure his services will be sorely-missed by these athletic teams. — WHS — Adam Celestino Glee Club 1, 2. Chorus 1, 2, 3. Student Council 1. Senior Board 3. Adam is a versatile musician. We have heard him croon and have heard him play his banjo at many Student Council dances. This phil osophical lad hopes to become a rrrat orchestra leader like Wayne King or Guy Lombardo. There are no gains without pains. — WHS — Cosmo Chiaradio Chorus 2. 3. 4. Glee Club 2. The Senior Class would not be complete without that carefree personality of Tuffy, who dismisses his worries with a shrug. With an ever cheerful smile and a helping hand he has won a place of high esteem among his class mates. May the future smile on him as he has smiled on us. ■4 27 u- Tiie Senior Year Book — 1937 Hope Clarke Although Hope does not make friends easily, those who really know her like her very much. Her loyalty and winning smile help to keep these friends. Silence is golden. — WHS — Hazel Clemens Chorus 2, 3, 4. Glee Club 2, 3, 4. Senior Play Usher 4. Honor Roll 2. Any time and any place Hazel s seen reading, the odds are that the book in her hand is a history. Her splendid recitations in this subjert are the proof of long hours of study. Despite her studious habits, she has time for a small group of intimate friends who often voice their wish fur patience and perseverance such as hers. — WHS — Raymond Crandall Soccer 2, 3. Track 3. Baseball 3. Whenever there are a few mo ments to spare before school, in the morning or in the aftermxm, Ray is buried within the pages of a thick bvok, reading an interesting novel. At least we know that he is not wasting his time, since books are a source of wisdom. — WHS — David Crockett Soccer 1. Fencing 1. Chorus 1. Senior Play. Hi Y Club 2. 3. Senior Board. Photography Club 1. Someday in the not too distant fu ture, you will probably return home after a hard day's work, drop into an easy chair and read the news of the day as seen by David Crock ett—for it is David’s present desire to be editor of The Westerly Sun. His cheerful, persevering nature will probably attain for him the ful fillment of his desires. — WHS — A lexander Cruickshank Track 1, 2, 3. Cross Country 2, 3 Football 3. Chorus 1, 2, 3. Stu dent Council 3. Lettermen's Club 1, 2 Alex is a good friend and an industrious scholar who is always trying to accomplish some hard task. Whenever we are planning to have a test, he writes down the important statements and learns them. Success will be his if he keeps this perseverance. Charlotte Clemens Chorus 2, 3, 4. Glee Club 2. Senior Play 4. Statistics Committee 4. Charlotte contributed her share to the success of the Senior plays by ably directing the drama ‘‘Highness. Since she possesses an artistic tern peramrnt and much musical ability, she naturally greatly enjoys good music, which we are sure will always lie a source of infinite pleasure to her. — WHS — Willard Conklin Cross Country Manager 3. Senior Play 3. Camera Club 3. Willard's a jack of all trades and a master of many. His special in terests are photography, solving in tricate algebra problems with great ease, and writing g M� d poetry on or rasion. He is also a master of the tennis racquet, and an excellent actor, as those who saw the play Drums of Death certainly know. — WHS — Ruth Crandall Usher for Concert 4. Senior Board 4. Chorus 3. Senior Reception Com inittee 3. Senior Play Committee 4. Rosey presents an always im maculate appearance, such perfection in grooming as is often the dismay of more careless students. A hap Py outlook on life makes her the ideal companion at all times and un der all circumstances. Her friend ship is truly to be treasured. — WHS — Althea Crowther Dobby’s” large, expressive eyes and quiet attitude do not adequate ly describe this petite demoiselle, for one has to see her in action on a dance floor to realize the perfect rhythm she possesses. Her artistic ability presents itself not only in drawing class but also in her attrac tive attire. — WHS — Benjamin F. Demario Chorus 2, 4. We shall never forget that joy ful, optimistic character of our friend “the Count.” Often he has demonstrated his extreme generos ity by buying candy to share with his pals. Although Benny has never taken part in high school sports, he has a real admiration for baseball and it is understood that he can play the game extremely well. Our hopes are with him in his ambition to become a “great leaguer.” -4 28 )?► - The Senior Year Book — 1937 Quentin Desimone Chorus 2, 3, 4. Soccer 2, 3, 4. Glee Club 2. Cheer Leader 4. Ar counting Manager Senior Play 4. Asst. Sales Manager Variety Show 4. Asst. Publicity Manager Concert 4. Sales Manager Prize Speaking 4. QtiiV interest in athletics is evi deneed not only by his enthusiastic school spirit as a member of the cheering squad of W. H. S., but by his skill as a player on the soccer team. We feel sure that he will go far in the world of sports. — WHS — Charles Eckhard Track 2. Chorus 1. Varieties 2. Senior Ball Committee 2. Hi Y 2, 3. We first knew Eckhard as a quiet, good looking boy, but soon discovered that he possessed a dry humor which suited his personality. His fine manners and neat habits char acterize him as a gentleman. _ WHS — Peter Emanuel Cross Country 1. 2. Track 1, 2. Chorus I, 2, 3. Glee Club 1. Cam era Club 1. Emanuel will make an excellent aviator if it is true that the best in that profession would rather listen to the hum of the motor than their own useless prattle. Concentration is another of his strong points which will be of great advantage in this high profession. — WHS — Joseph Gavitt Chorus 1. 2, 3. Glee Club 1, 2, 3 Senior Board 4 Varieties 2, 3. Senior Play. Honor Roll 1, 2. With a book in hand and a joke on the tip of his tongue, Joe has made his way through high school with remarkable success. Joe’s pet subject is Algebra. Logarithms, extraneous roots, quadratics are to him as simple as ABC to the rest of us. And here is a friendly note of warning to the teachers: Bewarp! for Joe’s supreme desire is to be a teacher in the Westerly High School. — WHS — Eleanor Gordon Senior Play 4. This cute, neatly attired little lady, although living in the town of our rival school, had the good taste to come t« us when she left Roch ester early in her Senior year. As Marcia” in our prize play, High ness, she evinced all the qualities of a true princess. “•si 29 }s« - Evelyn Du four Chorus 4. Usher Senior Play 4. Soccer 3. Lefty, of the dancing feet and willing smile, is just another pleas ing example of Ashaway's contribution to our class. May Lefty’s ’ dancing feet carry her on to success in everything she undertakes. — WHS — Irene Ellsworth Chorus 1. Martha C. Babcock 2. Irene is a conscientious girl whose quietness is caused by thought, not idle thought either, for due to her versatile nature she is our only girl physicist and a commendable poetess. __ WHS — Elvira Faitani Chorus 2, 4. Variety Show 4. Vera has many admirers be cause of her strong determination to accomplish everything she under takes. Failure is no part of Vera’s nature —if she can help it. _ WHS — Louise Genese Chorus 2, 3, 4. Varieties 4. Even if Louise is the smallest girl in the class, good things come in small packages. She is fond of mil sic and has an excellent voice. Who knows? Some day we may be hear ing Louise in the Talkies—a second Jeanette MacDonald. — WHS — Kenneth Gould Student Council 1, 2. Soccer 3. Kenny is a fisherman of the very highest type, as the few fishes left ;n Narragansett Bay will most solemnly affirm. He is also interested in squirrel pies and digging potatoes. His is a strong silent personality which has won him many admirers of the fairer sex. We hear that in some cases this admiration is returned, but not, we venture to sug gest, in the form of poetry. The Senior Year Book — 1937 Margaret Greenmail Marge's” timely and witty wise cracks are made far more effective by the straight face she manages to maintain even when everyone else is convulsed with laughter. Her collegiate attitude and power of endur ing friendship make her an unusual personage. — WHS — Dorothy Heath Orchestra 3, 4. Soccer 4. Hockey 4. Basketball 4. Badminton 4. Class Will Committee 4. This friendly lass, '‘Dot, can easily boast of many friends among her classmates. We have heard her play and have seen her nimble fingers fly up and down the keyboard. Her performance leaves no doubt in our minds that she well deserved the title the class voted her, Class Musician. — WHS — Geirge Howard Chorus 1, 2. Everybody in Algebra class has heard of the famous Howard The ories and everybody knows their originator and his faculty for liven ing up that same Algebra class. Ev erybody also knows a certain gra Ford sedan and its wanderings and ramblings about town. Oh young Lorhinvar has come out of the west. _ WHS — Ruth Hunter Chorus 2. Soccer 2, 3, 4. Basket ball 2, 3. Badminton 2, 3. Tennis 3, 4. Senior Play. Senior Reception Committee 3. Usher for Class Night 3. Usher for Varieties 4. Senior Board 4. Personnels 4. Hockey 3, 4. Ruth is not only our best dressed girl but one of our most popular classmates. She takes a keen inter est in athletics and her sparkling smile and charming personality make her exceedingly attractive. — WHS — Walter ha skew ski When there are any discussions brought up in class, they are read ily quelled by Walter with his orig inal theories and self compiled sta tistics. This is especially so if the discussion is on farming, on which he is a recognized authority. A ngeline G r is pi no Basketball 4. Chorus 2, 4. Although Angeline is inclined to be quiet, she most certainly can be full of fun on occasion, as her friends will testify. Her qualities of conscientiousness and dependability will be invaluable to her in her chos en profession of nursing. — WHS — Thelma Hill Unfortunately. Thelma left us to ward the end of her last year. We sincerely hope, however, that she will be able to obtain one of these yearbooks, and, if so, we herewith extend to her our most hearty good wishes for the future! — WHS — Raymond Howard Chorus 2, 3. Teddy” is inclined to be bash ful in school. That adjective does not apply to him when school is dismissed, however. You will se him playing either football or base ball down on Beach Street, any time after three fifteen, any day in the week. _ WHS — Sara lacoi Soccer 2, 3. 4. Basketball 2, 3. 4 Badminton 2, 3, 4. Paddle Tennis 2, 3. 4 Hockey 3. 4. Chorus 2. 3. 4 Senior Play 4. Gift Committee 4 Senior Board 4. Class Ring Commit tee 2. Student Patrol 3. Usher for Varieties 4 Honor Roll 2, 3, 4. Ital ian Dante Prize 3. Although Sara's performance as Mr -. Pencil in the Senior Play was excellent, it was no better than her usual standard of work. Sara is a favorite of the teachers because of her willingness to help them at all times. — WHS — Claire Keane Usher for Concert 4. Basketball 3, 4. Varieties 4. Senior Play 4. Senior Prom Committer 3. Claire, one of our most original girls, is individual, to say the least. Her rapacity for loyalty and sincer itv is greatly admired by Ker friends. She will long be remembered for her artistic performance in the Senior Play as she will for her charming appearance. We shall all miss you extremely, Claire. -■■ ( 30 )►- riifc Senior Year Book — 1937 Eric Keskinen Track 2. Soccer 1, 2, 3. Chorus 1, 2. Lettermen’s Club 1, 2. Kesky is a great sport fan, even though he doesn't take an ac tive part in very many games. But at noontime he may be seen at his favorite pastime—ping pong. And can he volley that ball! Some day his proficiency in this game ought to make him a professional tennis player. — WHS — Helen Leon Student Council 2, 3. Literary Ed itor Senior Board 4. Student Direr tor Senior Play. Class History 3. Music Committee Senior Prom. Hass Secretary I, 2. Basketball 2. Honor Roll 1, 2. Who did all the work on the Senior ? Ask our most intelligent firl. Unfortunately, Helen is one of those persons who do their work so well and faithfully, that, as a reward, they are Just given more work to do. She is an excellent student, a charm ing personality, and an all around good sport. She can also write g« od stories when she is given a chance. — WHS — William Madison Chorus 1, 2, 3. Bill has gained fame in W. H S. by his ability as an artist. His drawings, among his most famous Popeye and other comic heroes, can be seen at various times in many of our class rooms. Keep it up. Bill, and some day you will be able to start a funny paper of your own. — WHS — John Mnines Track 3, 4. Football 3, 4 Orches tra 2, 3, 4. Varieties 4. Senior Play 4. Generally artists and musicians are thought of as the more dreamy, delicate type but Mainsy is as vig orous at the end of a fast line on the football team as he is at the end of a tuneful piccolo. A man of va ried interests—his fund of general information is amazing. — WHS — Roger Mason Football 2, 3. Fencing I, 2. Chn rus 1, 2. Glee (Tub I, 2. Varieties 2, 3. Senior Play 3. Roger is another actor, and a good one, too- witness the redoubtable Mr Sud of The Pot Boiler. He has distinguished himself also by his e plnits in public speaking and in v.i rious roles in several well remem bered variety shows. But we re member him must in English and French classes and for his contribu tion to the general entertainment in Room 10 in home room and chorus periods. Edna Kissick Chorus 2, 3, 4 Glee Club 2, 3, 4. Varieties 3. Senior Prom Committee 4. Such good nature and optimism as hers are catching. Numerous ar- the students whose cloudy days have been brightened by Eddie's” cheerful words and contagious smile. Sh.-never sound Polly Annaish; yet cheers us by just being friendly to all. — WHS — Florence Littlefield Soccer 2, 3, 4. Hockey 3, 4. Ten nis 2, 3, 4. Senior Reception Com mittee 3. Chorus 2. Usher for Vari eties 3, 4. Senior Play Committee 4 Senior Board 4. Badminton 3. Bi ketball 2, 3. Class Prophecy 4. Per sonnels 4. Any extra work to be done? Just call on our class stenographer. Teddy is always ready, willing, and able to help her classmates and teachers. This, together with a good humored giggle, helps to put Teddy near the top in our vote for the most popular girl. — WHS — Bertha Maine Chorus 2. This cheerful little busv bodv maintains her highest ambition is to be a nurse, and when we consider her optimistic and helpful man ner we feel we should certainly not mind being her patients. Her ways are ways of pleasantness and all her paths are peace.” — WHS — Hawley Mapot her Chorus 2. Assistant Publicity Manager 4. Assistant Accountant 4 Assistant Sales Manager 4. Hawley, our best-dressed boy, hails from Hope Valley. Even though he doesn’t care for baseball, he admires Babe Ruth. His witty remarks always come at the right time, much to the delight of the class. A willing helper and an all around good sport—that’s Hawley. — WHS — Frances Matthews Basketball 2, 3, 4. Soccer 2, 3, 4. Badminton 2, 3, 4. Tennis 2, 3, 4. Senior Reception Decorating Com mittee 3. Usher for Senior Play 3, 4. Usher for Varieties 4. Frances is one of our most ath letic girls, having been a prominent member in girls’ sports during the past three years. She hasn’t the tern per that often goes with auburn locks, but on the contrary, is always full of fun and has acquired many friends. The Senior Year Book — 1937 Jean McLaren Sec. Student Council 2. Student Council 2, 2. Senior Board 4 Senior Play 4. Senior Reception Music Com mittee 3. I'sher for Varieties 3, 4. Usher for Prize Speaking 3. Honor Roll 2, 3, 4. Jean is that attractive, dark haired Scottish lassie who draws a great deal of attention. In spite of her slight air of sophistication, her popularity among her friends is well known. Her many attractive knitted garments are a result of her ability. — WHS — Claire Mitchell Chorus 3. Senior Play Usher 3. Claire's slender tallness expresses her artistic nature. Her beautiful, long fingered hands are a great asset in her fine piano playing and we feel sure she has a great future already in this line. Her sociableness has acquired for her many friends in school and out. — WHS — Th om as Moffi11 Football 2, 3, 4 Baseball 2, 3, 4. Treasurer 2. Senior Prom Commit tee 4. Junior Usher 3. Chorus 2, 4. Student Council 3. Senior Play 4. Varieties 3, 4. Lettcrmen’s Club 2, 3. i “Tommy’s a curly headed blonde with a contagious grin that displays sparkling white teeth. Although h • is best known for his sportsmanship and athletic ability in baseball and football, his cheerfulness and end less optimism will bring him success in anything he undertakes. _ WHS — William Morris Track 2. Football 4. Chorus 2, 3. “Bill is usually seen about the high school with his Bible, a Q. S. T. Radio Magazine, and he has certainly proved his ability in that field. The boys in Bill's gym class owe him a vote of thanks for many pleasant rides to the Junior High. — WHS — Girard Nardone Chorus 1. 2. Glee Club 1, 2. Va rieties 2. Class Motto Committee 3. Orchestra 3. Honor Roll 1. Because of his rather strange actions we sometimes are not quite sure about Nardone. But we do know that for playing the saxophone, for performing chemistry and physics experiments, and for possessing a sincere, fun-loving, and robust good nature, Girard is “The Tops.” Ruth Merithew Costume Committee for Senior Play 4. Glee Club 3, 4. Chorus I, 4 By her confident and compelling manner, as well as her perservering faith, Ruth has become a conspicu ous member of her class. Active and ambitious, she is always ready to of fer her services. She has a ready sense of humor. We will long re member her persistent arguments with Mr. Sherman on Evolution. — WHS — Annie Moffitt Chorus 2, 3, 4 Glee Club 2, 3. 4 Varieties 2. Publicity Manager 4 Costume Committee 3. Statistics Committee 4. Accountant 4. Assist ant Sales Manager 4. Anyone who is looking for a true friend or a good worker ran find no better example than Annie. Surely, our business management students would have been lost without her quietly efficient help. — WHS — Gloria Mongeon Chorus 1. A gay little person who looks upon the world as though it were al ways spring and never has been known to break a friendship. _ WHS — Carl Mgllgmaki Football 1, 2, 3. Baseball 1, 2, 3. Ravketball 1, 2. Chorus 1, 2, 3. Senior Play 3. Ever since Carl has been in High School, he has shown an undying interest in our baseball team, and in the past two years has been a star. His skillful pitching has made many opponents take the bench, which is one of the reasons for Westerly's success. Some day we expect to see him as a pitcher in the Major Leagues. _ WHS — Rose Nardone Chorus 2, 3, 4. Soccer 2. Basket ball 2. Tennis 2. Badminton 2. Pad die Tennis 2. In a quiet way Ro manages to overcome being Mike shy. Ro’s” winning ways and sunny smile are valuable assets to our class. Be cause of her pleasant disposition and lovable character, we feel sure she will go places in the business world. -■ { 32 ) •- The Senior Year Book — 1937 Edna Net non Chorus 2, 3, I Glee Club 3, 4. Personnels 4. Glee Club Concert 4. Presenting a Kenyon lass who has a delightful personality and a danger ous smile. It flashes at the slightest provocation, and one just can't In-cross with its owner. Edna believes the greatest source of happiness in life is love. — WHS — Dorino Panciera Baseball 2, 3, 4. Football 2, 3. I. Basketball 2, 3, 4. Golf 2, 3. 4 Vice President 2, 4. Chorus 2, 3, 4. Stu dent Council 2. Senior Play 4. Varieties 3, 4. Student Patrol 3. •'Dory's” versatile athletic career has gained for him state wide re nown, but it is his cheerfulness and modesty that have won that host of admirers in high school. His fre quent razor strikes and his endless line have tested the endurance of the entire faculty. _ WHS — Frances Pec kit am Chorus 2. Usher Senior Play 4. Varieties 4. Basketball 2. Fair and fascinating is our Frances Peckham and always ready to see the sun shining on a rainy day. Ever ready and ever willing to help, shf showed her hidden skill in a I ing in the Varieties as the dignified Countess. Frances seems to be quite at home with royalty, as it is said she bears a striking resemblance to the Duchess of VsTndsor. — WHS — Frank Perra Publicity Manager Varieties 4 General Manager Concert 4. Cross Country 3. Frank's amiable disposition has won him many friends and his artistic ability and good natured grin have made him a valuable asset to our class. His conscientiousness and willingness to work will always be remembered. _ WHS — Rose Prizito Soccer 2. Basketball 2. Badmin ton 2. Paddle Tennis 2. Chorus 2, 3, 4. As far as causing a disturbance goes, Rose takes a back seat, but when one is looking for a good friend to help him, she is right in the front row. Although Rose is quiet, she loves to dance and wherever she goes sh always enjoys herself. John AI den Nichols Chorus I. 2. 3. G!r.- Club 1, 2, 3. Student Council 1. Varieties 2, 3. Senior Play. First Prize Martha C. Babe nek Essay 2. Editor-in Chief Senior Board Honor Roll 1, 2. Alden is, as you know, probably cur most intelligent boy. Every task or school subject which he has un dertaken has been completely mas tered. The excellent ’•Seniors” which we have enjoyed so much owe their popularity largely to his skillful man agenient. Do not, however, infer that Alden is a bookworm, for he is .i real expert at tennis. He will, undoubtedly, meet with as much success in the outside world as he has in the scholastic world. — WHS — Helen Pasetti Badminton 2, S � ccer 2, 3. Chorus 2, 3, 4. Varieties 3. Asst. Sales Manager 4. Assistant Accountant 4 Helen, our class artist, is trulv blessed with originality. Cheerful and friendly in manner, she has gained a hint of friends. “The only way to have a friend is to be one. — WHS — Leon Perkins Cross Country 2. Soccer 4. Gen eral Manager 4. Sales Manager 4. Assistant Sales Manager 4. Who knows but that some day we may be seeing Cy's name on the list of candidates for Senator from R. I., if his tendency to argue any political point is any indication of his ambition. Anyway, we certainly wish him lots of luck in achieving his goal, whatever it may be. — WHS — Pauline Perreault Chorus 2, 3, 4. Glee Club 3, 4. Polly, one of our most charm ing girls, hails from Beaver River. Even though she does not excel in athletics, she has a keen interest in gym. Poll with her delightful per sonality and good humor will be wei come anywhere and at any time. — WHS — Russell Rae Class Vice President 1. Senior Play 3. Cap ami Gown Committee. Honor Roll 2. In spite of Russell's red hair he has a very even temper and a great amount of patience which he shows in solving those endless Math, prob lems. It may be due to his interest in mathematics that Russell excels in that subject. “•sf 33 b Tiie Senior Year Book — 1937 Frank Resico Baseball 2, 3. Orchestra 1, 2. Cross Country 1, 2. This comrade of ours, who was greatly handicapped, we’re sure, Incoming to us from Stonington, hjs also had the misfortune to possess an unruly appendix, and we here with extend to him our sincere sympathy and commiseration. But chee: up. Frank! Now you ran tell us all about those things that you would have done if— _ WHS — Car met la Rizzuto Chorus 2, 4. Carmella's favorite pastime � s reading, and her hobby is keeping scrapbooks. With these two things as her main interests, it is no won der she is always able to talk intelligently on almost any subject. — WHS — Fred Rodgers Cross Country 2, 3, 4. Lettermen's Club 2. Junior Usher 3. Chorus 2, 4. Senior Play 4. Squeaky possesses dark curly hair, a tall, rangy figure, and an af fectionate nature. Just consider what a hit these qualities make with the flock of girls that are always near him! Perhaps some day he will generously share with the other hoys the secret of his irresistible line. (Maybe it’s his chawming Oxford accent.) — WHS — Lillian Ruisi Usher for Varieties 3. Lillian, one of our most studious girls, can often be found ;n some quiet corner studying her lessons. Therefore, we can readily see why Lillian's name always appears on the honor roll. Even though she does study a great deal, Lillian also finds time to go out for after school sports. — WHS — Mary Santoro Soccer 2, 3. 4. Basketball 2, 3. 4 Badminton 2, 3, 4. Paddle Tennis 2, 3, 4. Hockey 3, 4. Chorus 3, 4. Glee Club 2, 3, 4. Senior Play 4. Varieties 3, 4 Mary is a willing worker and al ways ready to help her friends. Her friendly nature and winning smile are valuable assets many of us long to possess. We wish you all the luck in the world, Mary! William Richmond Orchestra 3, 4. Bank 2. The fair haired Apollo whom we voted our quietest boy was certainly not quiet in the high school orches tra. The vacant chair which he leaves in the organization will be difficult to fill. Many students of the fair sex Rave felt their hearts skip a beat at school dances whilo Bill played his golden voiced sax in Hal Barber’s band. — WHS — John Roan Assistant Football Manager 2, 3 Foot ball Manager 4. Chorus 2. This flashy collegiate schoolboy often makes Miss Hanson's curly hair stand out straight with various choice English phrases such as he don't. His humorous attitude has won for him innumerable friends who always look to him for ingenious ar guments which will takr up recita tion period. — WHS — Ida Rose Soccer 2, 3, 4 Basketball 2, 3. 4. Badminton 2, 3, 4. Paddle Tennis 2, 3, 4. Hockey 3, 4. Chorus 2, 3, 4. Varieties 3, 4. Senior Play 4. Invi tat ion Committee 4. Ida, one of our most athletic girls, can easily boast of a large group of friends. Although she is not English, she certainly would have baffled us with her C � ekney accent in the Sen ior Play if we hadn't known it was our own Ida. — WHS — James Salimeno Track I. Cross Country 1, 2. Chorus I, 2. In spite of the fact that Sally was loath to express any opinion in classes, he had a clever mind as was made evident by the publication of his poem A Senior's Rhapsody, and, although we never witnessed any unseemly conduct in school, we are told that he was quite a lively young fellow when unrestrained by school routine. — WHS — Donald Sheldon Track I, 2. Varieties 3. Floor Committee. Photography Club 1. Hi Y 2, 3. A young Apollo with a quick wit! Not only is Sheldon our handsomest boy but also one of the most cheerful, and, although he is very scrupu lous about a neat appearance, he is one of the first to volunteer to put his shoulder to the wheel when a brawny muscle is needed. 34 The Senior Year Book — 19.17 Phyllis Sisson Chorus 2, 3, 4. Variety Show 3. Hockey 3. Basketball 2, 3. Tennis 2, 3. Badminton 2, 3. Paddle Ten ni 2, 3. Soccer 2, 3. The life of any group, Phil” will always be remembered for providing the fun for the rest of us. What a happy world this would be if there were only more cheerful people like Phil to keep us laugh ing. — WHS — Dorothy Stelljes Chorus 2, 3, 4. Glee Club 2. 3, 4. Varieties 3. Beautiful but dumb could never be applied to our most beautiful girl, whose brilliant mind and charm of manner enhance her grace and attractiveness With these assets she possesses the gift of song. — WHS — Michael Tarasevich Track 1, 2, 3. Cross Country 1, 2. 3. Lettermen’s Club 2, 3. Chorus 2, 3. Varieties 2. Senior Play 3. Honor Roll 1. Class History 3. Although long legs won medals for “Mike in track meets, their celerity often failed to transport him to school on time. Mickey, our most original and most humorous boy, created two formulas to the effect that- 1. Homework minus study-equals honor marks, and 2. Mischief plus personality extracts one from dire consequences, but unfortunately the originator was the sole solver. — WHS — Winifred Tetlow CVirus 2. Student Patrol 4. Varieties 3. Senior Play. Varieties Costume Committee 4. Prize Speaking 4. Senior Board 4. Usher for Senior Reception 3. Usher for Class Night 3. Honor Roll 2, 3, 4. Prophecy-Committee 4. Amateur Show 2. Sen ior Prom Committee 4. W'innie” is one of our prettiest and most talented girls. Her interpretation of Calpurnia in the Senior Play displayed her dramatic abil ities. Her favorite diversions are sewing and Read”ing, the latter be ing the more outstanding. _ WHS — Muriel Tobin Senior Play 4. Martha C Babcock Essay 3. Motto Committee 4. Ruling Club 3 Student Council 4. Honor Roll 2, 3. Muriel, a dignified and scholarly-girl, is planning to become a kindergarten teacher. Although she impresses us with her calm, sincere manner in school, she can be very gay when riding down a bridle path on a spirited horse. 4 35 ►- Hose Sposato Soccer 2. Basketball 2. Chorus 2, 3. Glee Club 2. Rosie's” favorite saying is I'd rather dance than eat.” To see her on the dance floor is to see a picture of charm, grace, and poise. She is, moreover, just as much at home on the soccer team as she is in the dance hall. — WHS — Hetty Stilson Chorus 2, 4. Varieties 4. Senior Prom Committee 4. Cap and Gown Committee 4. Usher for Senior Play 4. Betty's gay and happy” air sets her apart from her ass«� ciates. When we hear her distinguishing laughter, we know her feeling of carefree joy is taking the place of her usually romantic nature. Her cheery manner is bound to win her success in a friendly world. — WHS — John Taylor Varieties 2. Senior Play 4. Class President 3. Usher Baccalaureate 3. Usher Reception 3. Student Council 2 It would be synonymous to say that John was made for the part of Paul in the Senior Play and that the part of Paul was made for Johi., for the appearance and dignity of the character coincided exactly with those of John. We might also add that John was very well re hearsed in the romantic element. — WHS — A lexander Thompson Football 2, 3. Glee dub 2. Cho rus 2. Aleck was seldom if ever among the early arrivals at High School, not because he was a firm believer in the maxim Haste Makes Waste,” but because he strongly disbelieved the one which begins Early to Bed, Early to Rise.” Once he started it was hard to find a worthy competitor for speed, especially when his foot controlled the accelerator of his ever present roadster. — WHS — Frank Turco Basketball Manager 3. Soccer 1. Chorus 1. Band 1, 2. Orchestra 1. No one would ever know that Turk is a musically minded lad. We have, however, often heard him blow his melodious sax during our High School dances. How well he can imitate that famous Lombardo technique! We hope that some day Turk will be ranked among such swing leaders as Glen Grey and Benny Goodman. The Senior Year Hook — 1937 Anthony Vocal lira Anthony is a quirt boy with much to ponder over, for he is one of the triumvirate who came, saw, and con qucred the fourth year Latin. — WHS — John Warden Socrer It, 4. Ashaway’s man about town, is an asset to any converts tion, both because of his original ideas and because of the fact that he has at least a little knowledge of almost every subject. “ Tis good to be wise and merry.” _ WHS — Hath Williams Soccer 2, 3. Basketball 2, 3. Ten nis 2, 3. Honor Roll 4. Chorus 2. Varieties 3. Degree Committee I Senior Flay 4. We hope that a certain person doesn’t have as much trouble as some of the teachers deciding which twin is Ruth. Ruth, who possesses the rare distinction of finding pleas ure in her Bills, wins everyone for her friend with her good nature and pleasing personality. Richard Walt hers Student Council 2. Varieties 4 Senior Play 4. Football 2, 3, 4. Bast-ball 2, 3, 4. Class Will Committee 4. Lettermen's Club 3, 4. Who is this ceaseless wanderer ol the halls? .lust our great football and baseball star with the New York accent warming up for practice or the next big game. Yes, Dick” must l e on his way to the public library or the office. — WHS — Helen Slattery Chorus 2, 3, 4 Varieties 3, 4. Prize Speaking 3. Usher for Senior Play 4 Basketball 2, 3, 4. Soccer 3, 4. Badminton 4. Hockey 4. Thjs tiny girl with the honey col ored hair has not only musical abil ity but a knack for writing poetry. Surely, with these combined abil ities and her pleasant disposition she can’t help succeeding. — WHS — Irene Williams Chorus 2. Varieties 3. Senior Play 4. Student Patrol 2. Socrer 2. 3. Tennis 2, 3. Basketball 2. Hockey 3. Badminton 2. Whenever you see Ed, there must be Irene with him unless he has taken the wrong twin. Irene has a heart that is overflowing with kind ness and affection. “True friendship is a plant of slow growth.” Roy Hr own A very regular theatregoer is Roy. If there is any moving picture which he hasn’t seen, then you may be sure it hasn't been shown anywhere near Westerly. Although very quiet in his classes, Roy is always ready in an argument to uphold the Chev rolet as the best car built. — WHS — Ernest Grenier Senior Play 3. Prize Speaking 3. Grenier was a member of our class for only a short time, but was not thus handicapped in displaying his fine French accent and stage presence. We regret the fact that a sprained ankle prohibited Ernest from taking more than a small part in the Senior Play, for he was one of the best in our public speaking classes. Methinks he would not go far astray if he chose some form of platform work for a career. Charles Trefes Soccer 1. Track 1, 2, 3. Chorus 1, .' 3. Senior Play. Camera Club 1 if you happen to sit near Charlie, you will Ik slightly annoyed by some of his kittenish tricks, for lie likes to tease his neighbors. But we do not mind his fun, as it helps to pass the hours that might other wise be tiresome. If he wishes to be a Professor of Philosophy, as we hear he d«H s, he must change his ways. — WHS — Frank Crooker We have often wondered if Frank was going to be a surgeon and was practicing even at this early age by carving those innumerable wmnien chains. Yet, in spite of Frank’s incessant whittling, he has never been known to arouse Jimmy Maxwell’s wrath by leaving the by products of such an occupation where they land ed. -•it 3 )►- The Senior Year Book — 1937 STUDENT COUNCIL Elmer Cornell. President: Robert Clarke. Vice President; Barbara Campbell. Secretary; Miss Sibyl Leach. Advisor ORCHESTRA Mr. Raymond K. Could. Director - 4 37 £►“ Tiif. Senior Year Book — 1937 ■ s{ 39 )s� - The Senior Year Book — 1937 -40 ►- The Senior Year Book — 1937 4i The Senior Year Book — 1937 SOCCER Captain. Quentin Desimone; Coach, Joel P. Sherman 42 FOGTBALL Captain. Dorino Pancieia; Manager, John Roan; Coach, Leo Smith The Senior Year Book — 1937 BASEBALL Captain. Elmer Cornell: Manager. Clifford Morrison; Coach. Ix o Smith CROSS-COUNTRY Captain, William Brown; Manager, Willard Conklin; Coach, Stanley Martoski -4 43 ►- The Senior Year Book — 1937 BASKETBALL Captain, Frank Sammataro; Manager, Frank Turco; Coach, I40 Smith GIRLS’ GYM CLUB Captains. Sara lacoi, Katiicrinc Wills. Anne Esposito: Coach, Miss Verne Walker -■•si 44 The Senior Year Book — 1937 ADVERTISING SECTION On the Followinn Panes Will He Found the Names of Those Public-Spirited Citizens of This Community Who Made This Year Book Possible II v Advertisina Read the Advertisements and Patronize the Advertisers Compliments of Class of 1939 -4 46 - The Senior Year Book — 1937 The Largest Printing Tlant in Southeastern New England is Located at Westerly THE UTTER COMPANY WINTERS AND 6.PUBLISHERS TELEPHONE 2846 MAIN STREET WESTERLY -■4 47 The Senior Year Book — 1937 -■■4 4« ►- Tin: Senior Year Book — 1937 NKW LONDON KUSINESS COLLEGE STILES STUDIO Fiftieth Year Business Administration Higher Accountancy Executive-Secretarial Stenographic-Secretarial Business and Banking Shorthand and Typewriting Portraits for All the Family Summer School opens July 12 Fall Term begins September 8 Evening School September 13 20 HIGH STREET Charles E. Cline - Principal 231 State St. Tel. 7441 Join tlw The WASHINGTON TRUST COMPANY Alumni places at the command of the CLASS of 1937 Association Westerly High School Complete Banking Facilities Established as the Washington Bank in 1S00 49 )■ - Tiie Senior Year Book — 1937 Bryant College Providence, Rhode Island Beautifully located on campus in exclusive residential district, this out standing college offers exceptional two-year degree courses in Business Administration, Accountancy, Finance, and Executive Secretarial Training. Also 1-year Intensive Secretarial Courses. Co-ed. Effective Placement Serv.ce. Splendid college buildings. Gym. Dormitories. 75th year begins September 8, 1937. Summer Session begins July 6. A new 4-year Commercial Teacher Training Course approved by the State Director of Education of Rhode Island, will also begin in September. Catalog and View Book mailed free upon request. Address Director of Admissions, Providence, Rhode Island. Automobile, Residence, Business and Personal Insurance VTe can insure your car against anyth, mg except llondes —and liunexies THORD TRAINER, Inc. Insurance Dixon Square Bldg. 31 Broad Street Westerly, R. I. Have You HORSE SHOE FALLS FARMS You Will Know Golden Guernsey Milk by its 1. Deeper cream line 2. More delightful taste 3. Golden color with more Vitamin A 4. More food value 5. Unvarying quality Shannock, R. I. ENOUGH LIGHT to protect eyes? Science tells us that constant reading or study in inadequate light is one of the surest ways to damage eyes. Don’t take this risk—use only an approved I. K. S. Lamp for reading or any other visual task. The Narragansett Electric Company Part of New England Powei Association South County Division 53 High Street Westerly, R. I. -4 50 The Senior Year Book — 1937 Compliments of The Westerly Ford Dealer Railroad Avenue Westerly, R. I. WESTERLY DRUG CO. A. LARSON, Proprietor Pure Drugs and Chemicals Up-to-Date Soda Fountain Candy - Cigars - Soap Perfumes - Toilet Articles - Stationery Prescriptions Carefully Compounded Confectionery Luncheonette Ice Cream - Candies - Sundaes Sandwiches - Hot Drinks - Milk Shakes All Fresh and Home Made ST. CLAIR JOHN D. TRAGGIS. Prop. On-the-Square Westerly, R. I. Compliments of WeSTCRLY granitc The SMITH GRANITC COMPANY WCSTCRLY ■ KfiODG ISLAND Established 1846 DRESS CLOTHES TO RENT TUXEDOS FULL DRESS CUTAWAYS SHIRTS SHOES ETC. Woolworth Ride.. Providence Next to City Hall J. T. EDMOND CO. 62 High Street Phone 2197 Staple and Fancy Groceries Phone H. V. 13-W MAIN’S AUTO STATION Authorized Ford Dealer Frank L. Smith Hope Valley, R. 1. 51 ¥ ■ - Quality - Service - Reliability Thk Senior Year Book — 1937 Compliments of Compliments of WESTERLY LUMBER CO. H. E. THORP SON WESTERLY, R. I. Real Eat ate Telephone 2562 - Cor. Oak and High Sts. 31 Broad Street Westerly, R. I TELEPHONE 2192 THREE THINGS fjjth MAKE BUSINESS ALWAYS GOOD at the V 5rCLEANIN0 WORKS CD WESTERLY FURNITURE COMPANY The Goods — The Prices and the 181-185 Main Street Westerly, R. I. Good Will of the People FRED W. HARVEY SEE THE BEST AND NEWEST PICTURES I rWESTERLY5 LEADING THEATRE | PLUMBING and HEATING AT THE L 1 k ■ ■ ■ Visit our Display Rooms at— : : 14 LIBERTY STREET : : ■ 1.1 ii I n a-a ■ ■gaallM Phone 4041 J. B. Findlay, Mgr. SEWN PR'S MA YONNAISE Compliments of For Discriminating People C. W. CAMPBELL CO. OTTO SEIDNER, Inc. G RAIN WESTERLY. R. I. -«6( 52 )►- The Senior Year Book — 1937 COMPLETE HOME FURNISHERS Boston Furniture Company 18-22 ('anal St. Westerly, R. I. Phone 4585 Expert Hair Bobbing Palace Beauty Parlor and Barber Shop Beauty Culture in All Its Branches Compliments of Angelo’s Shine Parlor Compliments of Park Department Store 33 - 35 High Street Westerly’s Most Popular Priced Store Have Your Diploma Framed at A. R. MEIKLE CO. Compliments of CHARLES COFONE Class ’34 Compliments of TALLY-HO STAGES Compliments of FIRST NATIONAL STORES Inc. 50 High Street Westerly, It. I. Compliments of GAFFNEY FUNERAL HOME ALL BRANCHES OF BEAUTY CULTURE DePerry’s Beauty Salon 29 CANAL STREET WESTERLY, R. I. I’hone 5140 P A T R 0 N I Z E OUR ADVERTISERS ESSO Our Gas Has a Rep for Pep Lenihan’s Service Station High and Friendship Streets Brown’s Wayside Sandwich Shoppe Ice Cream - Lunches - Soft Drinks Ashaway R. I. - Si The Senior Year Book — 1937 Compliments of DUNHAM’S PAINT VARNISH STORE CHARLES H. RATHBUN GENERAL MERCHANDISE Tel. 57 Hope Valley, R. I. THOS. J. BURDICK Sporting Goods 49 High Street Compliments of THOMAS J. COMOLLI Representing The Westerly Motors Company Compliments of THE COOKIE JAR Compliments of MODERN BARBER SHOP Westerly, R. I. NEWSDEALER TOBACCO and STATIONERY MAGAZINES and FILMS TOASTED NUTS - CANDY S. F. SHEA West Broad St. Westerly, R. I. Compliments of LANTERN GLOW Parties Catered To Frank G. Booth Ashaway, R. I. SHERMAN’S Hope Valley. R. I. CLOTHING - FURNISHINGS - SHOES E. M. GREENE Agent Warwick Beverages and Pepsi-Cola Dunn’s Corners H. C. WOODMANSEE ICE - COAL - FUEL OILS Phone H. V. 31-J Hope Valley, R. I. Universal Food Store Ralph C. Burdick, Mgr. Hope Valley, R. I. Phone H. V. 1 M. L. WILCOX STORE Hope Valley, R. I. Phone 103 Compliments of Hope Valley Pharmacy Hope Valley R. I. Compliments of ROY RAWLINGS Red Stone Filling Station Service De Luxe — Try Us Ashaway Road Westerly, R. I. --et 54 ►- The Senior Year Book — 1937 Compliments of THE CANDY MART 25 High Street Westerly, R. I. William H. Goodgeon Jeweler and Silversmith Photographic Supplies Dtixon Square Bldg. Westerly, R. I. MORRONE BROS. CADILLAC and LA SALLE OLDSMOBILE FRIGIDAIRE 100 Main Street Westerly, R. 1. Compliments of I)r. Robert H. Farnham DENTIST Class of 1902 45 Bread Street Westerly. R. I. Phone: Shop 2765 ' Residence 4369 TROVATO BROTHERS Merchant Tailors 26 Canal Street Westerly, R. I. Tel. 2314 WESTERLY JEWELRY CO. Dealers in Watches — Diamonds — Jewelry — Gifts Expert Watch, Clock and Jewelry Repairing 31 High Street Westerly. R. I. DR. R. C. DOVE W. H. S. Class of 1917 TINA’S BEAUTY STUDIO All Lines of Beauty Culture Modernistic Permanent Waves Dixon Square Bldg. W'esterly, R. I. Compliments of THE GENCARELLI COAL OIL CO. Bradford Road - Westerly, R. I. McCORMICK’S DEPARTMENT STORE “Good Values Consistently” Compliments of CLARK S MARKET Main Street Westerly, R. I. Compliments of Westerly Hi-Y Club Compliments of DR. E. J. DELANEY Lincoln Building Compliments of MURPHEY CHEVROLET COMPANY “THE TRIANGLE” FOOD FOR MAN AND MOTOR State Road Hopkinton, R. I. Compliments of R. F. BARR - Insurance Room 403 Washington Trust Bldg. - 55 Tuf. Senior Year Book — 1937 OARS INN Shore Road Westerly. K. I. SAMUEL BAILEY Blacksmithing of All Kinds Electric Welding Coggswell Street Phone 2122 TONY AZZINARI SHOE REPAIRING Union Street Westerly. R. I Compliments of VICTORY HOME BAKERY WESTERLY. R. I. Compliments of NELSON W. HIMES ELECTRIC AI, CONTRACTOR Spring Street Westerly. R. I. Phone 5262 Chase St. Radiator Works AUTO BODY AND FENDER REPAIRING All Work Guaranteed 4 Chase Street Westerly, R. I. ANDREWS COMPANY Dealers in COAL. WOOl) and OIL Tel. 2376 1C7 Main Street Westerly. R. 1. Compliments of G. P. TOSCANO Merchant Tailor 23 Canal Street — Toscano Building Telephone 2584 Westerly. R. I. Compliments of CULLEY HARDWARE WESTERLY, R. I. Compliments of DR. JOHN II. SHIBILIO FOOT SPECIALIST 58 High Street Telephone 5117 Dr. Lawrence H. Hepworth OPTOMETRIST WASHINGTON TRUST BLDG. Room 206 Telephone 4860 Compliments of ANN ELIZABETH CARR HAIRDRESSER Compliments of HENDERSON’S MARKET THE HOME OF THE BEST BEEF On the Bridge Westerly. R. I. Phone 4651 F. J. Cherenzia, Prop. UNION ICE GENERAL TRUCKING McKee Refrigerators Office: Friendship Drive Westerly. R. 1. SAUNDERS BROTHERS Devoe Paints GENERAL WOODWORKERS Coggiswell Street Phone 2642 Day and Night Ambulance Service Phone 2107 Westerly Sanitary Corps, Inc. -« ( 56 The Senior Year Book — 1937 Congratulations Senior Class from LEWIS SOLOMON’S 56-60 High Street Westerly, R. I. Compliments of BLUE MOON TEA ROOM Dunn's Corners Route 1 Compliments of NARDONE MOTORS 46 Canal Street Westerly, R. I. Compliments of SYLVIA’S SHOE SHOP Compliments of WILLIAM D. DOLAN Groceries, Provisions and Meats Granite Street Tel. 4037 Dunning’s Hardware Store West Bioad Street Westerly, R. I. ALWAYS ROOM FOR PARKING MOORE’S PAINTS Compliments of NICHOLAS OIL CO. Industrial Drive Westerly, R. I. Phone 4179 LEON’S SPECIALTY SHOP 28 High Street - Westerly EXCLUSIVE WEARING APPAREL For Women and Misses BRANCH AT WATCH HILL Compliments of I)R. H. F. DOYLE 70 High Street Tel. 2224 A. J. MORRONE Home Made Ice Cream - Home Cooking Fountain and Booth Service Opposite W’oolworth's High Street ARTHUR E. TROTMAN Insurance Advisor Washington Trust Bldg. Tel. 2577 KREBS COFFEE SHOP Boston Post Road 454 Miles from Westerly CARR’S HILL FILLING STATION John Narclso Prop. GAS - OIL - ACCESSORIES CANDY - SANDWICHES - ICE CREAM Tel. 3206 Westerly. R. I. Compliments of DR. CHARLES F. HICKOX DENTIST 308 Washington Trust Bldg. Tel. 5198 TYPEWRITERS NEW AND REBUILT All Makes For Sale and Rent MURPHY PAPER CO. 19 CoifRpwell Street Westerly, R. I. IMPERIAL RESTAURANT -4 57 h The Senior Year Book -— 1937 BARBOUR'S PHARMACY Prescription Specialists T. J. CONNORS. Reg. l’liarm. 18 Broad Street Westerly, R. 1. Compliments of I. B. CRANDALL CO. MEN’S WEAR Lincoln Block High Street Compliments of Robert E. Kessel Chief ctf Police Westerly Rhode Island Robert Drysdale Co. PLUMBING. HEATING and SHEET METAL WORK Phone 3151 54 Main Street Compliments of WONDER DRESS SHOP High Street Westerly, R. I. N. G. SMITH DIAMONDS - WATCHES JEWELRY 65 High Street Westerly. R. I. Everything Found in a Well Equipped Hardware. Paint and Sporting Goods Store The C. W. WILLARD CO. 38-40 High St. Westerly, R. I. J. C. PENNEY CO. 5 CANAL STREET Westerly. R. I. FRIGID AIRE and All the Bout Standard Make Appliances WHITALL ELECTRIC CO. 42 Main St. Westerly. R. I. GOOD CLEAN COAL RANGE and FUEL OIL The WILCOX COAL CO. MUNRO’S, Inc. Wholesale and Retail FLO W E It S Tel. 2382 Westerly, R. I. T A R N Y : Wishes the Class of 1937 success in their chosen fields Compliments of VARS BROS. DRUG STORE Charles J. Butler Coal Co. Canal Street Westerly, R. I. COAL - WOOD - OIL Phone 2184 - 2505 The W. C. HISCOX CO. BUILDERS DEALERS IN LUMBER AND BUILDERS' MATERIALS JOHN W. BROPHY Stationer and Newsdealer 6 Canal Street Phone 2169 -4 58 ►- The Senior Year Hook — 19.17 Fruits Light Lunches Ice Cream Full Course Dinners T. A. CASTAGNA 27 Canal Street Westerly, R. I. Say It mOn With ‘hr Jewclery ■ 3 Bridge Westerly’s Home of Flowers Formerly the Franklin Street Greenhouses 97 Franklin St. Westerly, R. I. Phone 3483 E. M. Westcott, Optometrist Washington Trust Bldg. Room 311 Westerly, R. I. Compliments of BUTLER BROS. COAL CO. Compliments of THE THRIFT SHOPPE Misses’ Readv-to-Wear DRESSES and HATS High Street Westerly, R. I. Compliments of C. A. MORGAN, Inc. Compliments of JAMES ZANFINI MERCHANT TAILOR High Street Lincoln Bldg. Tel. 4347 RUISI BARBER SHOP Xervac Treatment 16 Broad Street Westerly, R. I. LaVia’s Auto Paint Shop BRUSH WORK and DUCO 94 Main Street Tel. 48SG F. W. Coy Real Estate Co. REAL ESTATE INSURANCE High Street Westerly, R. I. fait® Opposite United Theatre W. H. S. ’25 Compliments of RHODE ISLAND COACH LINES Phone 4405 Compliments of UNIVERSAL FOOD STORES Frank Capalbo, Prop. Bradford, R. I. Tel. 81-R-G Carroll Cut-Rate Perfumers Patronize “Carroll’s”—The Store that brought Low Prices to your town 29 High Street Westerly, R. I. PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS -4 59 ► - The Senior Year Book — 1937 (Compliments of KENYON’S CLEANERS and DYERS Cleaning Works Westerly Shop Wakefield Shop Bradford Road 58 W. Broad St. 195 2353 2284 Narragansett Pine Lodge Filling Station OVERNIGHT CAMPS Post Road Westerly, R. 1. BLUE SUNOCO Colonial Finance Corp. Car Financing and Small Loans on Cars Furniture and Co-Maker Loans Room 306 Washington Trust Bldg. Westerly, R. I. Tel. 2398 ROGERS COMPANY TRUCKING - STORAGE INSURANCE Established 1876 31 Broad Street Phone 2443 Tony’s Service Station TYDOL GAS VEEDOL OIL DuPont Tires and Tubes M;ller Tires and Tubes Opposite Railroad Station A. FARAGO. Prop. Telephones 2622 — 4698 Compliments of SEIDNER’S DELICATESSEN “Gtiod Things to Eat” Dixcn Square Bldg. Westerly, R. I. Compliments of MONTGOMERY WARD CO. R. A. Sherman’s Sons Co. CONTRACTORS and BUILDERS Dealers in Lumber Westerly Hat Cleaning and Shine Parlor On-the-Bridge We Clean All Kinds of Hats Our W’ork Guaranteed Compliments of DAVEY MAXWELL Compliments of BEACH STREET MARKET Westerly, R. I. FLOWERS Compliments of DAVID K. HOXSIE DODGE and PLYMOUTH CARS Meet Me at the Fountain BANNON’S DRUG STORE Crandall Block 10-12 Canal St. Snappy Togs for Young Men Compliments of ARTHUR N. NASH Tobacconist and Newsdealer 27 High Street 60 )§►- The Senior Year Book — 1937 Autiiyraphfi The Senior Year Book 1937 Autographs The Senior Year Book — 19.37 Autiujra hfi