Westerly High School - Westlyan Yearbook (Westerly, RI)

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The Senior Year Book — 1953 Since Jean and JoAnne couldn't resist the Hawaiian Islands, they made them their next stop. The humming of the guitars and the swishing of the grass skirts of the hula dancers, Margaret Wright and Catherine Anderson. . nmpletely entranced them. After a swift flight to Stouth America. they attended a stage show which featured George Daland and his flying knives. Gasps were heard as he hurled the knives at his fearless partner. Rita Martin. Jean and JoAnne arrived in New York harbor late Sunday evening and waved an enthusiastic welcome to the Statue of Liberty, which had recently been repainted and embellished by Bette Lees. ENTERTAINMENT Comedian Makes Debut A new comedy star made his television debut last night: Bobby Kreys-sig, zany comedian, kept his audience roaring on his program. “Living for the Lion. Greatest Dancers of the Century The critics are raving about the adorable Prima Ballerina Bobette Drysdale and her partner, “Sultry Stu Dunkel. They are called the greatest dancers of the century. Great Show Coming to the Bijou Don't miss the great new show opening next week to the Bijou, new downtown theatre, owned and operated by multi-millionaire Bob Straw-derman. The show features several great acts, including Metropolitan Opera star. Bill Wilcox; the famous trapeze artist. Charlie Schriver; that sensational torch singer, Catherine Schackner; ballerina. Carolyn Ander-son; the great stage trio of Tom Patton. John Murphy, and Chet Ritchie, and stars Dianne Button and her trained dogs. Elephant Trainer Performs Great Feat The applause was great last night as Henry Federico, famous elephant trainer and professor of elephantology, completed his astounding performance with his renowned animal friend. Tiny, in the Arnum Ailey Circus As the Professor performed his most spectacular feat, allowing 7 4-ton Tiny to rest his huge carcass upon his anatomy. the captivated audience stood gaping. The Professor is now resting comfortably in St. Peter's Hospital. Paradise City, where he is being devotedly cared for by night nurse. Edythe Holt, and day nurse. Joan Ferguson. Hits at the Copacabana Newest hits at the Copacabana are Agnes “Bubbles Sposato and Anne Chiaradio in the latest revision of the old “can-can. Don't miss it! Actress Makes 423rd Appearance Miss Beryl Obermann recently made her 423rd consecutive TV appearance in “Ode to a Grecian Urn.” She has played numerous roles in her illustrious career as an actress, singer, dancer, and comedienne. New Movie A new movie called, “I, the Beautiful, is being shown at the Capitol Theatre. In the title role is Loren Gingerella, Hollywood's greatest Romeo. Steals Crown Kay Kay Cellino. wlu has captured the crown of Marilyn Monroe, can currently be seen in “The Wild Girl.” Old Movie Revived Reviving an ancient movie, Carol Wilcox stars in the title role of “Tish. This production was originally put on “way back in 1953 with the great Westerlian actress, Muffy Pietrallo. Full House Expected The ticket supply for this evening’s performance of The Dying Swan. starring Prima Ballerina Rosalie Gen-carella. is completely exhausted. Everyone has heard much about Miss Gencarella’s graceful artistry and is looking forward to a top-notch performance.

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Debutantes Make Second Debut Glamorous debutantes who appeared last night at Barbara Lloyd’s massive dress ball were Susan Emerson. D’Ann Frechette, and Betty James. Miss Lloyd’s magnificent ball was held as a gala anniversary of the last one— ten years ago. “Mrs. America” A prominent member of our town. Mrs. Dolores Urso Smythe. was named “Mrs. America in a nation-wide contest in New York today. Dancing School Opens Mrs. Carolynne Burdick Keane, prominent member of Los Angeles social set. recently opened a dancing school for Hawaiian girls. She teaches them “Sweet Lelani.” BIRTHS It's new! It’s different! It’s a boy! After seven consecutive girls. Farmer and Mrs. William Greene finally have added a son. Maine Hayseed Greene, to their harvest. FASHIONS “Model of the Year” Ruth Geyer has just been named Model of the Year’’ by the American Guild of Models. Her picture will appear in a future issue of Life Magazine. The Senior Year Book — 1953 Designer in Alaska From way up north we have received “wind” of a great designer, Ruth Chamberlain, who is in Alaska using her talents to make “Snuggly Steve Snowsuits.” Fashion Show to Be Held There will be a fashion show in the Metropica Library today featuring creations by the famous designer, Barbara Finizio. and modeled by the glamorous Teresa Perrone and Marjorie Richard. Completes New Creations That renowned designer. Miss Lois Beverly, has just created a new line of fans for the scintillating fan dancer, Poncho Tamer. FEATURE The Misses Jean Casey and JoAnne Culver recently enjoyed a very exciting weekend—a trip around the world in a Supersonic Rocket 88. piloted by Robert Sawyer. They left New York at 4:30 p. m. Friday, and arrived at 5:05 p. m. in Spain, where they attended a bullfight. One of the matadors, much to their surprise, was Senorita Pauline Ferraro, who caused the bull to retire in high dudgeon. Leaving Spain, they proceeded to France and spent an evening in Paris. There they met Mile. Dorothy North-up. the noted perfume tester, who intrigued Jean and JoAnne into buying one gallon of Corral No. 5 and four quarts of Sabu. Next on their itinerary was Monte Carlo. They the witnessed the breaking of the bank by Santa Cofone, who was overwhelmingly thrilled with her adventure with Lady Luck. Continuing their journey, Jean and JoAnne decided to spend a few minutes in Venice to enjoy a ride in a newly-developed jet-propelled gondola. One of these weird specimens of navigation was propelled by an old friend. Antonio Trebisacci. Saturday morning they proceeded to Carrara and were introduced to the Great Angelo Pappadia, the universally famous sculptor. As they were about to leave Italy. Jean and JoAnne spotted a man knee-deep in grapes. Upon looking a little closer, they found him to be none other than Joseph Fusaro. Arriving in Saudi-Arabia. they came upon some oil wells, which they found were owned by multi-millionaire Harry Foster, who had spent the best years of his life as an impecunious history teacher. Leaving Saudi-Arabia Sunday morning, they look a fifty-five minute trip to Australia. In the city of Perth they met two of their oldest friends. Carolyn Baton and Marlyn Crandall, who were now prospering in the business of diamond cutting. The girls spent time together happily reminiscing.

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 The Senior Year Book — 1953 Oscars Are Presented The Academy Award winners were presented their Oscars at a gala ceremony in Hollywood last evening. Louis Murano was chosen the Best Actor for his splendid performance in “Coming With the Wind. The Best Actress. Patricia Patnoad, was awarded an Oscar for her outstanding performance in “The Greatest Show on Mars.” Rodeo at the Garden There’s a rodeo at Westerly Square Garden. It’s Dottie Silvestri and her yodeling horses that make the show extremely amusing. All-Boy Orchestra Is a Hit A spellbound audience last evening witnessed the magnificent performance of Barbara Lawton and her all-boy orchestra. The program featured Benjamin Carpenter and his magic violin The Lone Stranger Both the young and young-in-heart will be stationed in front of their TV sets tonight tuned in to Station SKY to see “The Lone Stranger Glides Again. starring Bruce Gavitt. Star Retires Shirley Smith, star of the great Broadway show, “North Atlantic, has shampooed her hair a record 7500 times on stage during her performances. After such a successful career, she is being forced to retire because of severe suffering from acute alopecia (baldness). Singing Sensation The new stnging sensation of the nation. Crooner Joe. the Singing Smoo.’’ stars in a. swoon-producing program on QBS tonight. Mr. Quara-tella is the current star of the network. ' . New Recording Have you heard the new record. “Pitter Patter, by the “Singing Queen, Irma Olean? It’s marvelous— don’t miss it! ‘The Puppet Serenade' Presented Rosemarie Abosso and Barbara Gannon brought down the house at Mildred Blanchard's TV show last night in their startling rendition of “The Puppet Serenade. They were operated by the master of strings, John Jacobson. ADS Golf Lessons — For Ladies Only. Instructor — Charming Chic Irwin. Guaranteed to Watch Your Form. Be sure to see the new four-dimen- sional film “Beyond Eden, just out, starring Nancy Barrett and Starlyne Pietrallo. Are you suffering from rigor mortis? Carolyn Burgess and Nancy Greene Undertaking Company. Inc, guarantee you instant relief or your money will be refunded. Come to the Circus! See the greatest tightrope walkers in the world. Tony Pavelski and Anna Gradilone, doing their Dance of Death four hundred feet up in the air. ‘Happy Horses Come From Handy Sandy’s If you want a horse, get it from her, Sandy Ridge, Texas. Finest horses raised by that mistress of the Wild West. Sandy Kenyon. Vacation in the Swiss Alps Would you like to learn to ski? Come for your vacation to the Swiss Alps where Chief S'kiing Instructor Virginia Vacca. will teach you all the tricks of the trade—correct balance, manipulation of the skis, and how to make a three-point landing in style. Editors: MARYANN GRILLS MARY GIORNO RICHARD SEAGRAVE -«6f20)3