Westerly High School - Westlyan Yearbook (Westerly, RI)

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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

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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

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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.