Westerly High School - Westlyan Yearbook (Westerly, RI)

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The Senior Year Book — 1953 1 Alan Bisbee G tt Club (2-3-4). Concert (3-4). |« it just a coincidence lhat Alan has a pleasing voice and musical ability as well, or were the two blended intentionally to make him a primming personality in the music world? Alan hasn't quite decided what to do in his later years, but right now he has a soft spot in his heart for Vermont, and the opportunity it offers to further his career. His personality, talent, a d appearance are definitely assets. WHS Jean Bisset Intramurals (2-3-4), Glee Club (3 4), Concert (4). Jean it that gentle classmate whose pleasant and cheery smile are always welcome. She is as neat as a pin and radiates kindness. We wish her all the luck in the world. WHS, Mildred Blanchard Intramurals (2-3). Mildred, although very quiet, is appreciated by her classmates. She is the type that minds her own business and does not interfere with others. This quality causes her friendship to be valued. WHS Rosalind Brown Intramurals (2-3-4), Glee Club (3-4), Concert (4). Although the world doesn't hear much from Rosie, those who know her can tell you how fine she is. Her way of doing her best in every thing she attempts assures us that the best will come back to her. WHS Thomas Brown Concert (2). If a prank is being played on some unsuspect mg student, Tom ran usually be found some where in the vicinity. He has been a fine companion to all and his good matured laugh has been an asset to the class, at least from the students' point of view. Tom plans to drive stock cars. With his friendly ways here’s hoping he steers to success? Carolynne Burdick Intramurals (2), Gleg Club (2-3-4), Concert (2-3-4), Frolics (4), Barker (4). Model Legislature (4), Debating Team (4). Business Staff for the Senior Play (4). Sunny blonde hair, sunny disposition. Do you hear laughter? See a very pretty blue eyed blonde? Hear many a kind word said about everyone? Suddenly feel much better? Then you must be with Carolynne. Carolynne is original and charming, kind to all, and a pleasure to be with. May her future provide her with much to cheer about. WHS Carolyn Burgess Intramurals (4). A serious face that belies a warm sense of humor. Carolyn is an interesting person and has the ability to get along with others—for people love to laugh. WHS Dianne Button Intramurals (2-3-4), Glee Club (4), Concert (4), Barker (4). Frolics (4), Prom Committee (4), Senior Play (4), R. I. Honor Society (4), Debating Club (4). A comrade blithe and full of glee, who dares to laugh out loud and free! Witty, full of life, athletic, a fine comrade is Dianne. She has many friends who realize that to be with her is a happy experience for she cheers one and all with her wit and understanding. May her future be as bright as her personality. WHS- Frank Capalbo If, when walking along the corridor nonchalantly one should hear a thunderous roar, all he needs to do is turn about and he will see our fair haired “Frankie Carle. With Frank’s happy-go-lucky personality and his na tive ability, his career in music will certainly be among his most precious assets. WHS. Louis Capalbo Student Activities (4). Baseball (2-3-4). Prom Committee (2-3-4), Yearbook (4). Chairman of Poster Committee (2-3-4), R. I. Honor Society. Lou's neat appearance and pleasing person ality have won him many friends. Moreover he is the possessor of a keen intelligence and an engaging sense of humor. - 25 --

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Tin-; Senior Year Book — 195.3 E L S S Rosemarie Abosso Business Staff for Band Concert, Cheerleader, (3-4). Ro is the cute, peppy cheerleader with the cheerful disposition. You can almost always find her having fun at the “Y” with Ruth ami Barb. Ro’s ambition is to become a WAF and, with her kind and generous way, she’ll surely be an asset to the Air Force. Keep 'em flying, Ro! WHS Angelo “Pard Algiere Football (3-4). Good things come in small packages,” and Pard proves it. Pard’s happy go lucky manner has made him very popular. Indeed we hope he will never find life too serious. WHS. Richard Altimari Dick is one of the quiet, genial type who is well liked by all his classmates. He is, indeed, a pleasant, good-natured fellow who would work his hardest to help a friend. We aren't sure as to what Dicky is going to do after he graduates, but, whatever it is, he’ll reach the top. WHS Carolyn Anderson Prom Committee (3 4), Queen’s Court (4), Senior Play (4), Poetry Club (4). Dramatic Club (4), Prize Speaking (4), R. I. Honor Society, Intramurals (2-3-4), Barker Staff (3-4), Senior Board (4), I Speak for Democracy Contest (3), Debating Team (4), Concert (2). Petite, brown-eyed Carolyn is characterized by her friends as just plain swell. One of this girl's many qualities is her love of fun and laughter. Success as a nurse is certain with her sunny disposition and sweet smile. WHS Catherine Anderson Intramurals (3), Glee Club (2-3-4), Concert (2-3-4), Frolics (3-4). “Heather, soft, and lovely.” Kay—the girl with the soft blonde hair, the quiet voice which bespeaks her Scottish heri tage, with musical ability, is poetical, humorous and artistic. Possessing so many fine attributes, another of our aspirants to nurs ing will surely bring happiness to many. Nancy Barrett Intramurals (2-3-4), Concert (2-3-4), Band (2-3-4), Frolics (3-4), Poetry Club (4). A pretty girl with honey colored hair and big brown eyes, sincere in friendship, musical, athletic, intelligent is Nance. Her friendlines% and capabilities assure her success as a nurse WHS Richard Batchelder Quiet but intelligent, Dick is bound to be a success because of his never say-die attitude and his faith. With that deep mellow voice, he should be able always to win people to his own high standards of belief. WHS Carolyn Baton Concert (2), Band (2). Student Activities (4), Barker (3), Business Staff of the Senior Play (4), Rhode Island Honor Society. Carolyn’s lively manner and cheerful dis position has kept the girls in the secretarial division in good spirits. When you pass the of fice, you can be sure that it's Carolyn behind the counter lending her helping hand. With her kind and understanding ways, she is assured a bright and happy future. WHS Jeffrey Benson Concert (2-3-4), Band (2-3-4), Track (3-4), Prom Committee (3-4), Yearbook (4). Who mix’d reason with pleasure and wis dom with mirth. Jeff’s ready smile and unfailing wit have caused him to be very popular with those who best know him. His ability to solve trig” prob lems proves that his grey matter accords with his jovial appearance; and that his talents are many and varied is proved by his prowess in track. Jeff’s intellectual and athletic achievements, however, do not exceed his character and personality. WHS Lois Beverly Intramurals (2-3), Barker (3), Queen's Court (4), Martha C. Babcock Prize, 3rd, (2). She has thought that dive the deepest. Lois is the girl hurrying down to room 8 where she really shines in debates and in any sort of argument. She has her opinions, usual ly wise ones, and she sticks to them. Her great est goal is to be a famous actress and, with her dramatic out look on life, we are sure she will realize her life-long ambition. Certainl she showed much artistic skill as a makeup expert for Tish.”

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S E The Senior Year Book — 1953 N I John Card Johnny is very quiet and very hard working and is sure to make a success of his ambition. He has spent much of his time in the shop and transporting Aggie students to Mr. Sherman's farm. WHS Benjamin Carpenter Intramurals (2). Concert (2-3-4). Student Activities (2-3-4). Football (2). Business Staff of the Senior Play (4). Glee Club (2-3), Frolics (2-3-4). Ben certainly never lets opportunity knock more than once when it's a chance to have fun. It's either his witty remarks or peculiar antics that have everyone rolling in the aisles. He picks up foreign languages fairly fast, for how else can he flash those Italian words at his many friends? By the way, Ben's specialty is stacking lockers, (girls' preferably). .WHS Jean Casey Intramurals (2). Business Staff for Band Concert (4). Business Staff for Frolics (4). Business Staff for Senior Play (4). Jean is the pleasant girl who is always ready for an interesting conversation and a bit of excitement. We all like her sweet and friendly manner and know it will continue to add friends to her already long list. Jean is one of the women drivers who usually have a car full of girls heading for fun. Watch out for those red lights, Jean. WHS Virginia Cate Intramurals (2-3-4). Glee Club (2-4), Frolics (4), Poetry Club (4), Senior Play (4). The salutatorian of our class certainly deserves the honor, but Virginia isn’t just smart; she is as friendly as can be. Ginny is a very active member of our class, having taken part in the Senior Play,” in debates, and in the Model Legislature. Her sweet voice rendered many beautiful ballads in the Frolics of 53.” WHS Catherine Cellino Prom Committee (3-4), Business Staff for Band Concert (3), Business Staff for Frolics (3), Cheerleader (3-4). Kay has been our faithful cheerleader at all the basketball and football games. A friend in need is a friend indeed well describes this girl with the devine eyes and looks to go with them. Kay's favorite pastime is eating. OR C LASS Ruth Chamberlain Intramurals (2-3-4), Barker (3-4). Frolics (3-4), Prom Committee (3-4), Yearbook (4). Student Council (2), Cheerleader (4). Senior Play (4). Ruthie of the blonde hair, blue eyes, and ready smile has won fame as a perky little cheerleader. If you've noticed, and who hasn’t’ Ruthie has very good taste in selecting and modeling her clothes. She is responsible for some of the best to. come out of W.H.S. for the past three years. Deep in her heart she carries a desire to attend Rhode Island School of Design. Can fate be so cruel as to denv her this? ------------WHS Anna Chiaradio Intramurals (2-3-4), Concert (2-3). Student Activities (4). Barker (4), Prom Committee (3-4), Business Staff for Band Concert (2-3), Business Staff for Glee Club (3). Business Staff for Frolics (3), Majorette (2-3). Pep, personality, and patter make up this little bundle of mischief. Anna likes nothing better than to get on a good dance floor and swing out. When someone is at his lowest he can depend on Anna to bring a smile to his lips. .WHS Thomas Church Although Tom never has very much to say, his dry humor has often brought a laugh to the dry classroom. His carefree manner and good sportsmanship have won him a host of friends. Tom wants to be a plumber, and, with his qualities, how can he miss being one of the best ? -WHS. Santa Cofone Intramurals (2). Business Staff for Band Concert (3). Cheerleader (4). With her laughing green eyes and light brown hair, Sandy is the friend of all. Her pleasant smile and wir.some manner have made her very popular. WHS. Raymond Comrie Although Raymond is one of our few quiet boys, he is a very good natured and friendly person. Seldom do we know he's around, but we miss him when he is not with us. A fine fellow to work with, we know Ray will be a Big success.