Westerly High School - Westlyan Yearbook (Westerly, RI)

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The Senior Year Book — 1947 S E N I Helen R. DePerry Cheerleader, Prom Committee. Leaders' Club, Safe-driving Club, Dramatic Club. Helen is an outstanding girl because she has a mind of her mvn, knows what she wants, and usually obtains what she sets out to obtain. She has been an .asset to the school with her vigor ous activity on the cheerleading squad. Helen's hobby is writing letters to a very special friend of hers. May she always be as happy-go-lucky as she is now. -----------------WHS Andrew G. DeRocco Operetta. Student Council, The Senior. The Barker, Chemistry Club, R. I. Honor Society. Andy’s two main interests are science and music. One of the most ambitious members of the class, he is bound to succeed in both fields, although he plans to concentrate on science a! Purdue. During his school years, Andy and his band have won much popularity and we seldom think of one without thinking of the other at the same time. Best of luck, Andy! -----------------WHS Mary Dipollina Cheerleader. Leaders' Club. Glee Club. The Barker, The Senior. Safe-driving Club. Dramatic Club. Senior Play. Dippy is that peppy little cheerleader with the long, dark, cuHy hair. Everywhere she goes, she brings good cheer and happiness, because you can't be sad with this effervescent Dip around. She adds sparkle to anything shp un dertakes, and as long as she's here, there'll be good times. ------------------WHS Beverly E. Dortch Shorthand Club, Shop Club. Bev is another senior who is aspiring toward the career of a model. She is tops at sports, and likes all kinds of dancing, especially jitter bugging. She also plays the piano and the violin as a hobby. Beverly is a gal we’re going to miss when we bid farewell to W. H. S. WHS Vernon B. Dower Vernic, one of our many returned veterans, is a combination of masculine charm and good looks. His quiet, friendly manner has made him well liked, especially by the girls. OR C LASS Clifford E. Duhamel Chtm Club, Prize Speaking, Projection Club. Kippy is that happy go lucky senior who has nothing to worry him but “Trig or “Solid ’ He's an outdoor man all the way through, either horseback riding or boating in his spare time. Kippy wants to be a mechanical engi neer, and we can’t see how he'll miss. Best r»f luck! WHS John F. Dunn Johnny, the shy lad from Wyoming, came back to W. H. S. after serving several years in the service Although he is quiet and reserved, his attractive smile reveals his concealed sense of humor. We have enjoyed having you back, Johnny, and we wish you the best of everything in the years to come. WHS A. Marie Evans Spanish Club, Shop Club. Intramurals. R. I. Honor Society. Marie is one of the many who enjoy sportj, her favorites being bowling and ice skating She's quite a movie fan, and likes best those with Greg Peck as hero. Her policy seems to be a friendly smile for everyone headed her way. She plans to be a secretary, and her pleasing personality and efficient manner should make her an excellent one. WHS Thomas F. Fanning Dramatic Club. Chem Club, Senior Board, Prom Committee, Senior Play. Although Tom is one of the small members of our class, don't judge a man by his size. He can usually be seen with B ib Beaudreau or talking to some one about his fishing. We ar. all confident that Tom will succeed in his ambi tion to become a mortician. WHS Gloria V. Federico Music Appreciation Club, Intramurals, Leaders' Club. Gloria, with her sparkling personality and vitality, is a friend to everyone. Her happy go lucky attitude makes her a cheerful person to have around. She is a great sports fan and follows the teams to cheer them on to victory. Gloria’s optimism will make her a success in her chosen lield.

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The Senior Year Book — 1947 W . H . S Carol J. Coduri The Senior. The Barker Intramurals. Prom Committee. East-West Club, Concert. R. I. Honor Society. A true friend and a fine companion is Carol; an ail «r »und member of the Class of '47. Shits well known for her participation in all school events and is always found at the games, dances, and other school activities. Carol al ways does well in anything she undertakes and ha proved she is a fine worker and gets things done. WHS Jean M. Colosi Personality Club. Who’s Who Club, The Senior, Intramurals. R. I. Honor Society. Jean is another one of our cute little seniors. She ran usually be found in Room 15 helping Miss Aim Jean wants to be a secretary, and we are sure with the help of her grand person alitv she will make a wonderful one. Lots of luck, Jean. (Your boss surely will be lucky.) WHS Alfred G. Comolli Vice President (2), President (3), Student Council. Prom Committee. The Senior, Chem Club. Al is nne of the most intelligent and most popular members of our class. His widespread Held of knowledge has been the answer to many a difficult problem we have faced during high school We are sure that with his abilities in chemistry and physics, he will fulfill his ambi tion to become a pharmacist. WHS Lillian C. Costanza Personality Club. Intramurals. R. I. Honor Coocty. This dainty, little, laughing eyed maiden from the wilds of Bradford is a very intelligent scholar and is a welcome friend in all our circles We wish her lots of luck when she goes to Bryant College to finish her secretarial training. WHS Edward P. Crandall Treasurer (2). Marshal (3). Student Council. Prom Committee, Chem Club. Pip’s witty remarks and friendly smile have won him a host of friends. He can usually be found talking about his uncle’s potato farm, where he spends his spare minutes. Pip’s am bition is to become a doctor, and we all are sure that with his fine record he will accomplish his desire. 19 4 7 John F. Crandall “Better late than never,” is Johnny, who arrives on that late bus from Dunn's Corners. Although the girls are attracted to Johnny's blond hair and quiet ways, he doesn't give them any attention. Most of his time is spent on the study of agriculture, which he enjoys doing. Happy farming days ahead, Johnny, and lots of luck. WHS Oliver P. Crandall Operetta, Glee Club. Oilie, an ex Coast Guardsman, has livened up many a class with his timely remarks. He is the proud owner of a motorcycle and can usually be seen ripping up and down Ward Avenue before school. Ollie's ambition is to be a doctor, and we wish him success in his work. WHS Ernest W. Crowther Ernie, our dashing vet from the city of Ashaway, came to us in our Junior year directly from the U. S. M. C. He is a prominent member of the local Motorcycle Union and can convince anyone that motorcycles arc one of the better things of life. You have our best wishes for success as a musician, your heart's desire. WHS Donald DeAngelis Chemistry Club. Stamp Club. Donald is an able member of the 12B division, often voicing his opinion on current subjects in both history- and English classes. His pet hobby is collecting stamps, of which he has a very interesting collection. Sleeper spends most of his spare time in Willard's Hardware Store and expects to continue working there. WHS John A. DeFanti Football Manager. A keen sense of humor, a pleasant disposition, and good looks have made Dutz a truly like able, person. His sparkling smile and wavy hair have put many beautiful girls in a trance and, strangely enough, he seems to keep his equilibrium very well when they are around. More power to you, Johnny, on any path of destiny you may pursue. You deserve it.

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The Senior Year Book — 1947 W . H . S Marie S. Federico Gym Club. Spanish Club. Dramatic Club. The Senior. The Barker. Prom Committee. R. I. Honor Society. Chirk, with her curly hair and sparkling • ye», ha become the envy of many girls. Her friendly altitude and pleasant smile are always irad , with a very understanding personality which makes her a real friend. In the Army Navy name she showed her good sportsmanship and athletic ability. The best of luck in the world, Chick, as you step into that dentist's of fire WHS Elinor T. Ferraro Home Nursing, Gym Club. Intramurals. Who doesn't know the girl that's always in the gym shooting for baskets or out in the field with a bat? We know she'll go far in her chosen profession, which happens to he nursing. Elite wants to start her training at St. Mar caret's Hospital in New York Our beyt wishes go with her, and may she always get the ball in the basket. —WHS— Laura T. Finizio Cheerleader. Leaders' Club. Dramatic CluD. Drivers' Club. Student Council. Prom Committee. R. I. Honor Society. I.aura is a very popular girl, as can be seen by her many activities. Besides being very at tractive, she has shown her ability as a con fortiomst, and with this ability has proved very valuable to the cheering squad. Laura hasn't decided on her future occupation as yet, but we wish her the best of lurk in whatever she un de rtakes. -------------------WHS— Anna M. Francese Typinq Club, Shop Club. Leaders' Club. Dark hair, shining eyes, and smartly dressed these epithets help to describe Anna. She has proven herself a success in designing by making many of her own clothes. We may truthfully say she has mastered the art of a needle and thread through experience. We wish her the best of luck in her field of design. WHS Frank I . Fusaro This small boy is one of the quieter members of our rlass, but when you get to know him, you find he really is a swell fellow. His friends will all tell you that even though he has a quiet manner, he has a pleasing personality and i full of fun. We know this to be true, for after all. don’t the best things come in small pack ages ? 19 4 7 Angelo A. Gaccione Drivers' Club. This lad ran usually be found in auto me rhanics, shop, mechanical drawing, or the gym. Ang’s interests lie chiefly in landscape garden ing, and he hopes to do much of that type of work in future years. Maybe that empty lot next to the high school will some day be land scaped by Ang. WHS Alfred J. Gencarella Al is a quiet type of fellow- who is usually found down in the gym or in auto mechanics with his pals. During his past three years at Westerly High he has made many close friends, and he will be sorely missed by all. Best of lurk to a grand fellow! WHS Barbara M. Gilbert Cheerleader, Gym Club. East-West Club. Prom Committee. The Barker, The Senior, Concert, Intramurals. R. I. Honor Society. Barbara's sparkling laughter and friendly-smile. added to her cooperation on the cheer mg squad and on the girls’ athletic teams, have made her well known and won her many friends. Barb has chosen the career of teaching piemen tary grades, and with all her fine qualities, we know that she will certainly make a success of her life. WHS Doris D. Goldsby Home Nursing. Arc you interested in dancing? Well, Dons is one of the members of cur class who really has mastered the art and who spends much of her time enjoying it. Her ambition is to be a secretary, and we feel sure that her courtesy and sweetness will lead her to success. WHS Carl A. Greene Prom Committee. Operetta, Aeronautics Club. Projection Club. Carl's background in the wood shop has made him a handy man to have around during preparations for a pmm. His favorite conversational topic seems to be cars and their qualities. Carl’s experience in things of a mechanical nature should enable him to succeed in becoming an aeronautical engineer.