Westerly High School - Westlyan Yearbook (Westerly, RI)

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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»- -

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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

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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 )§►-