Westfield High School - Weather Vane Yearbook (Westfield, NJ)

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Warren Funk Rooum to his friends as ”). Wiin'cn , this reserved senioi indulges in a variety of activ- ities outside of school He is an a idem stamp collector, a hi cycle fan. horseback rider, and h noted For his ability as i rilleinan. I hen. as a side line, lu indulges in a hit of motor- cycle racing. In short, he seems Lo ns material from which mo ie actors arc made. Yvonne Gaston Civic Com. (I); Senior Pla (1); Annual (4); Mask and Mime Play. '1 clout see why— means the start of another argument be- tween Yvonne and Mr. Warnei to the eighth period American History class. She has quite definite ideas about most things. She doesn't like cold weather, baseball, or the plays of J. M. Barrie, and she likes Donald Duck, celery, dramatics Hal Kemp's orchestra, and dogs. Jack Gardner Catalyst Club (I): Forum (3); Football (3. J); Track (3), Christmas play (!). This six feet three inches of budding manhood is affection atcly termed class hahy Jack has proved Iris ability as a science student, and also as an athlete, being an outstanding member of the BM squad Iasi fall. His only oilier hueicsi seems to be a certain brunette in the Junior Class, Irvin Gelaret German Kveiling (2. 3): Fool ball (2, 4); Swimming fl). An authority on the Foreign Legion and ihe World War, Irvin is a regular Westfield football guard and an enthusi- astic radio man. Bud” collects Victrola records, breaks lab equipment with great profi- ciency. and drives Ins family's big La Salle Lo the consterna- tion of unwary pedestrians t hese facts arc known to all— but some of us seldom sec that careless smite and nonchalant air he saves for the fail sex. D orot h y Gask 31 il GJee Club (2); Senior Play (4): Baseball (3); Soccer (3): Vol- ley Ball (3): G.A.C. (I), This versatile young pianist and organist joined us last year from Tom’s River. Her win- ning personality has gained hci many friends and she has been known lo type more than one Senior Essay. Though she re- tains her interest in Tom’s River, we think her heart is at Colgate Dun Good friend Football (2. W3. V4); Basket- ball (2, W3, W4); Baseball (W2t W3. W4); Athletic Committee (I). Goodie , one of Lite class's great athletes, certainly has shown the coaches that one can train and still have a little night life. He can generally be found either on the football licld, basketball court, baseball diamond, or on upper Elm Street. Ealing is his main hobby despite ihe fact that his classmates have dubbed him a dreamer. 6

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Janies Faw Chess Club (Sec. 3. Treas. I,. French Club (2. 3. I): Slide Rule (3. See. I reas. 4): Sen- ior Play (4): Finance Com. (4); Senior Play Com. (4). Jim's ready wit and ingenuity, coupled with bis charming Southern drawl, cause him to be in great demand where con- versation nourishes. brilliant in bis studies, slightly bashful in respect to the opposite sex, and always sincere and Friendly Jim leaves a fine record behind him in Westfield high. Janet Fetzer Glee Club 2. 3. 4): French Club (2. 3, 4); Latin Club (3) ; Mask and Mime (4); Senior Play Coin. (1): Annual (4) . Janme wiih her blue eyes and dimples is a nice friend to have. She's not only a good yport and a neat dancer, but an excellent student as well. She loves old white shoes (theolder, the better). Jaiinie” likes all music but never fails to listen to Glen Gray. Frank Feely Catalyst Club (3. Pres. 4); Red Cross (2. Vice-Pres. 3, Treas. 4); Literary Club (4); Slide Rule Club (3. I): Academic Com. (2. 3. 4); Track (W2, W5, W4). Frank is a whiz at many things, especially American History, and no subject is loo hard for him. He's Mr. Johnson's right- hand man and is usually to be found either in 307 or on the track. H is skill at high jump- ing has won him many state titles. Jane Finck Art Club (2, 3. 4): Weather Vane (2, 3. 4): Prom (3): Hockey (3. I): Soccer (2. 3 -1); Christmas Play (4). Versatility is Finckie’s middle name. She can't decidewhethei to be an archeologist or an artist. In spite of her propen- sity for manufacturing puppets and knocking a hockey ball around, she manages to keep the As rolling in. Jane, bv the way. hobnobs with Llie celebrities at the Lyme art col- ony Jean Ferrax French Club (2. 3. Vice-Pres. I); Latin Club 2. 3); Slide Rule Club (I): Senior Play Com. (4). Our class is the lucky possessor of a first-class punner. On any provocation, she delights her many friends with her prowess in this field. She is equally proficient on the dance floor as out-of-doors. Both boys a ml girls think of Jean as a jolly companion and a good friend. Ida Louise Forster Art Club (2, 3); Collectors’ Club (2. 3): Kl Vteneo (3. 4); Library Council (2): Mask and Mime (1); Soccer (2). Ida Lou is the blonde so often seen “saimdering” here and there, delighting her many friends with her mischievous laugher. “Ides particular hob- by is taking notices around eighth period, especially to 215 Next year will probably find her following in her sister's footsteps at Packard Secretarial School. 25

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Ruth Goodwin Glee Club (2. 3. I); French Club (2. 3, I): Latin Club (2): Finance Committee (2); Annual (4). Goodie might be I lie origi- nator of Easy Come. Easy Go' from the n;i she takes her troubles, but ure all like het good-natured disposition. She gets a kick out of life, and is seldom seen without a smile. What Ken” we do that Wood” make her sun home week-ends? Roland Graham German Evening (2, 3); French Club (2. 3); Senior !‘!a (I), Baseball (I). This heart-throb of the sopho more girls may be seen al'tci school streaking around in his new Dodge in quest ol some fair damsel, whom, we do not know as yet. He may also be seen at baseball practices and games, for lie is the ambitious manager. Roland is a ver likeable chap, serious and friv oJouss by turns. Carolyn Gordon I 1 Aleneo (2, 3, I); Academic (3). “Gore lie is a dark, rather mys- terious gill with eves that sparkle when von get her dan- tier u p. That new Mack “Chevy” coupe travels, too, when she steps on it . She plans to be a social service worker. Maybe some day she'll have the pleasure ol putting us on the relief roles! Fred H. Grey Collectors Club (I): Civic Com. (2); Prom Com. (3); Finance Com. (-1); Senior Play (4). For what the well dressed man is wearing, see Mr. (bey. lot despite his desire to be a mot- ridan, Freds tastes turn to light suits, bright Lies, socks and pocket handkerchiefs, and sporty cars. His Favorite color js red. and he prefers brunettes especially the one be calls Boo- Boo”. Wesley M. Graff, Jr. Catalyst Chib (3. I); El A teneo (3. 1): Band (2. 3, 4); Foot- ball (2, 5); Swimming (W I), Wes. termed the most daring in the class, won his title bv accepting a lilfv -cent bet to swim amid the curious swans in Mindowaskin Lake last win ter. Long practice in the hand has made Wes one of those perfect marchers. Like knights of old he has a passion for irresistible damsels in towers. Phylllas Greene Catalyst Club (3, I); German (2, 3. 4): Literary Club (4); Mask and Mime (2. 3. 4): Senior I'iav (I); Prom (3). Whenever you hear that gay. sparkling laugh, look out. boys. Phyllis is coming. She is one of those girls with gorgeous eves who is very capable and efficient. Beaver College lias high hopes of claiming “Phv! in the fall. We wonder if there's a special reason for lu i choice. I he proximity of Lc high possibly? 27