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

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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

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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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Betty Gregory Forum (Secret an, 1): Red Cross (2, See. 3» Pres. 4); Literary Club 3, I); Latin Club (2, 3. 1); Basketball (2, 3, 4); Hock- ey (2, 3, 4). Best dressed and “most so phisttcalcd” is the class verdict in regard to “Bel) —and not misplaced cither. Where would the Junior Anx. be without her? And where would she be without that thatch of brown curls ant! her toothpaste smile: Beb“, incidentally is a whiz on the tennis courts. Newton Hager Catalyst (3. 4); Collectors Club (2, 3, I); German (3, 4); French Club 2. 3, 4); Senior Play Com. (4). We all admired Newton's smooth Last-Indian complexion under his satin turban on Sen- ior Day. However, in everyday life, Newton pursues the in- ti icades of chemical engineer- ing in Mr. Johnson's lab. Al- though quiet, he is a lover of a good joke, if that twinkle in his eye is any indication. We predict a successful career for this young scientis) Marguerite Haas Basketball (Captain 2); Base- ball (2); Soccer (2); Hockey (2): Athletic Com, (2). Oh, faithful is her love, and how patient is her Charlie as he spends many a long dav in school waiting for her! In her quiet way she has proved herself an efficient student and an outstanding athlete. Didn't she and Rita make a spiffy couple on Senior Dayl Sherwood 13nines French Club (4): lr,l Ateneo (3); Senior Day Com. and Program (4); Finance Com (■4); Athletic Com. (2); Track (W3. W4). “Sherry whose motto seems to be “Never hurry, never worry , is endeared to all because of his witty remarks and quick comebacks. “Sherry's chief weaknesses are Fords, muscle builders, and small blondes. He enjoys singing a great deal, and members of the French Club certainly enjoyed hearing (or seeing) him sing the duck song. Fr.amlk Ha fer bier Baseball (2, W3. W4): Senior Play Committee (3, 4). Frank, a studious and verv de- pendable fellow , has often been Mr. Faust's right-hand man. Last year lie made his debut as an actor, filling the role of Dr. Manette very acceptably. Al- ways he has been a tower of strength on stage committees, especially for the Senior Play. The baseball diamond lures Frank every spring and he is a fine ball player. Ethel Hanna Art Club (2, 3, 4): French Club (2, 3); El Ateneo (4); Mask and Mime (4); Academic Com, (3, 4): Annual ( !). “Billie may appear to be quiet and dignified, but those who know her will certainly dis- agree. Though undecided as to the future, she has the hope of some day becoming a couturiere. Billie's three hobbies arc dancing, listening to Glen Gray, and eating Chick en Chow-Mein. 28