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

Text from Pages 1 - 128 of the 1939 volume:

two THE WEATHER VANE three FOREWORD o To perpetuate the memory of a happy year, the Senior Class presents this Eighteenth Issue of the WEATHER VANE ANNUAL Co-Editors: William Lowe Margaret Avery four CONTENTS Foreword Page . 4 Dedication . 6 Faculty and Administration 8 Classes . 12 Organizations .... . 64 Athletics . 92 Features . 106 five TRIBUTE As an expression of our justified pride in the uninterrupted progress of the Westfield High School Band, we dedicate this Eighteenth Issue of the WEATHER VANE ANNUAL to its energetic and talented director, William H. Warner. six As a nine-year-old boy playing tag in the Trenton Statehouse, Mr. Warner found an active early start for his interest in politics. Still familiar with the twists and turns of the building, on visiting trips he ducks through doors to the floor of the assembly room, while his tourist friends are escorted to the balconies. The desire to become a history teacher, however, was inspired by his own high school instructor, for whom Bill substituted three weeks in his senior year. His teaching experience in this and other subjects totaled three months by graduation, for teachers in Lambertville High School rarely hired substitutes. The influences of high school are more lasting than those of any other period of education,” says Mr. Warner. Often he would rise early, do his chores, and make the fourteen-mile bus ride in time to practice for band. A talented woman director inspired the hobby that grew to state-wide recognition as the Westfield High School Band. Mr. Warner believes farm experience essential to every education and proves his right to this belief with eight years of farm life as a boy. Living always in New Jersey, Mr. Warner is nevertheless well traveled, for he has commuted regularly from two to fifty miles since seventh grade. Promises of expeditions farther afield with his wife and four-year-old daughter, Peggy, lie in the trailer acquired last spring. seven ADMIN I STRAT ION SUPERVISING PRINCIPAL Charles A Philhower, B.S , M.A PRINCIPAL Frank N. Neubauer, B.A., M.A., D. Sc. ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL Robert L. Foose, A.B., M.A GERMAN J. Isabella Dodds. B.A. Macalester College. M.A. Columbia University MATHEMATICS Annie P. Hewitt. West Chester State Normal School, B.S. Temple University. M.A. Columbia University COMMERCIAL SUBJECTS Brose Thompson, B.S. Grove City College SOCIAL STUDIES William H. Warner, B.S. Trenton State Teachers College, M.A. Rutgers University ENGLISH Dolores W. Bordner, A.B. Goucher College. M.A. University of Pennsylvania MATHEMATICS Dama Hill, B.S. Farmville State Teachers College. M.A Columbia University and FACULTY ENGLISH Joseph Freeman, B.S. Springfield College HISTORY Ruth Cameron, BA, M.A. Pennsylvania State College LATIN Edmund C. Allen, B A. Wesleyan University. M S. University of Pennsylvania SPANISH Stella Hemphill. B A. University of Texas ENGLISH Carol Brinser. B.S. Lebanon Valley College SCIENCE Richard L. Goodrich, B.S. Tufts College Aline May Margaret Buchanan Jane Snevily Louise Robson Helen Arneson nine ten SOCIAL STUDIES Frederick T. Rope. A.B. Cornell University STENOGRAPHY Mary Colley. A.B. University of Pennsylvania SPANISH Harold Shaterian, A.B.. Ed.M. Rutgers University ART Harriet S. Howard. Pennsylvania Museum and School of Industrial Arts PHYSICAL EDUCATION Robert L. Duncan. B.S. University of Iowa MATHEMATICS and SCIENCE Paul DeHaas. A.B. University of Pennsylvania PHYSICS Walter E. johnson, jr., B.S. Colgate University, M.A. Columbia University PHYSICAL EDUCATION Gertrude E. Foutz, A.B Heidelberg College. M.A. Pennsylvania State LIBRARY ASSISTANT Florence Sandberg. A.B. Mount St. Joseph College LIBRARIAN Alice M, Bible, Stroudsburg State Normal School, Pennsylvania State Library School MANUAL TRAINING Harold Thompson, Oswego State Normal School FRENCH and LATIN Gertrude E Foutz. A B Heidelberg College. M.A. Pennsylvania State College MATHEMATICS Harper Adams. B.S. Drexel, M. Ed. Temple University ENGLISH Margaret Dietrich. A.B Kutztown State Teachers College. M.A Columbia University CHEMISTRY C. Blair Rogers. Ph B. Lafayette College ENGLISH Bernice C. Kimball, A.B. Middlebury College MATHEMATICS Paul S. Berger, B.S. Iowa State College eleven PHYSICAL EDUCATION Doris Acker, B.A. Pennsylvania State College ENGLISH Victor B. johnson. A.B. Upsala College SPEECH and DRAMATICS Linda johnson, B.S. University of Minnesota TYPEWRITING Olive E. Hammell. B.S. New York University FRENCH Gaston B Gesner, B.S. Faculte des Sciences. A.B. Columbia University MUSIC K. Elizabeth Ingalls. B.S. New York University pjwt Jo Ju tii dow rct 2lM mdAJ i ujtiol happJM pocLoJi (WYlurtO flClAJt It 'Sima hadcf £k ftjtfi cm M thi Jofmcmm, Ik JhiqbX, cimm dsmliQMf) latiw cull olid Jjmxm jiwi to fitiJw AjJl J f. 1d wit cornJoibMu Imh iph; Do Apu imow ilothol booed oro mlomd?fM i ImdJdi Nd K AodmpiLt-twrmdout to md (exmfi-O-lumen... CLASSES thirteen SENIOR COMMITTEE CHAIRMEN Correspondence Committee . Guy Overman Academic Committee .... Robert Reitinger Finance Committee.............George Swallow Civic Committee . . ... William Lyman Athletic Committee .... Salvatore Zollo Weather Vane Committee ... Betty Brown Typing Committee.................Betty Danner fifteen FRANCIS ACHARD Collectors' Club (2); French Club (2); Radio Club (3); Mask and Mime (4); Senior Play (4): Golf Manager (2). Hermes” can build airplanes, print pictures, make radios, wax floors, in fact, do practically everything but get his driver’s license. Did you sec him with his harem of four dates at the DeMolay installation dance last year? That was Francis under the whiskers in the Senior Play. jOSEPH ALLEN. |R. Fntered Senior Year. It’s rather difficult to enter a strange school in one’s senior year according to this handsome humorous fellow from South Jersey. I c, who thought school in South Jersey a picnic, finds school in W estfield a peril. An athletic boy who likes all kinds of sport, he showed some interest in basketball at the beginning of the season. Joe likes girls, especially those from West Orange. PECCY ADDICKS Latin Club 12, Treas. 3, Vice-Pro. 4): French Club (3); Forum (5. 4); G.A.C. (5. Chairman 4); Junior Prom Committee (3); Girls’Sports (2, 3. 4). Although Peg” is active in many school activities, sports especially, she is always counting the days until vacation. Seldom in town on week-ends, since her heart is divided between Scarsdale and Hotchkiss, during the week she is often seen driving one of the family Packard:.. MARILYN AMBROSE Hockey (2, 5, 4); Red Cross (2. 3, 4); Latin Club (4;; French Club (2, 3, 4); Mask and Mime (2, 3. 4); Christmas Pageant (2, 3, 4); Forum (4); Annual (4). Beauty, brains, and style plus a certain sophistication characterize M.A. This tall brunette has certainly made an impression on the sophomores. Able play direction and afternoons at ”plas-to” gain Marilyn's whole-hearted interest. Still worrying about your reputation, M. A.? DORIS ALBRICHT Mask and Mime (2); Trench Club (2, 3, 4); Volley Bell (3); Badminton (3); Spanish Club (4): Academic Committee (4): Basketball (4); Hockey (4). Doris’s baked beans arc the envy of everyone who tastes them and have already made her famous. Her constant cheerfulness and willingness to co-operate have made her a welcome friend to all. This blonde badminton player will probably grace the campus of Duke next year. ROGER ANDERSON Football Manager (2, 3, W’4); Archaeological Society (2. 3); Band (2, 3, 4); Music Festival (3); Literary Club (3, 4); Glee Club (4); Annual (4). Rog, an expert musician, sports pro. moter. and everybody's Man Friday,” sang tenor in the All-State Chorus and played the sax” in our Band. He served well as manager of the football team. When leisure permitted he was found catching up on his New England correspondence. sixteen SAM ARBES Baseball (2, 3, 4); Football (W'4); Basketball (W4). Sam. a tall, heavy, handsome, darkeyed terror of the school, is one reason why teachers grow gray. Sam is big hearted and amiable if lie has his own way. He has shown great ability on the gridiron, and has been a real asset to the athletic department. With his experience as a cook, he should be a real matrimonial catch. MARCARET AVERY Latin Club (2); Weather Vane (2. 3, 4); Hi'i Eye (4); Catalyst Club (3); Forum (J, 4); Civic Committee 14); Basketball (2); Hockey (2); Annual (Editor 4-. Maggie, school renowned for original ideas and sense of humor, can be seen nightly munching raw carrots over physics. We venture a guess that her cleverness will carry her as far in Michigan as that dazzling smile and literary aptitude have in high school. ELSIE ARMSTRONG Mask and Mime (3); Photoplay Club (3). Never a dull moment when Elsie appears on the scene, full of humor and always ready to lend a helping hand. She is fond of sports and is a menacing goalie to the opposing team in any hockey game. Elsie's musical abilities have earned her a place in both orchestra and band, where she plays the ’cello and French horn. PRISCILLA BACKUS French Club (2, 3, 4). Latin Club (2. ), 4); Baseball (2); Mask and Mime (2, 3. 4); Senior Play Committee (4). Tilly, one of our New Fnglanders, is interested in art and dramatics as well as in other clubs. Slit was appointed to do the stage model for the senior play. Although a quiet miss, she has a grand sense of humor In Latin class. Mr. Allen always calls on her inappropriately. MARJORIE AUSTER Latin Club (2, 3. 4); French Club i 2, 3, 4); Weather Vam (2, 3, lidi-lor-in-Chicf 4i: Hockey (2, 3); Basketball (2. 3. 4); G.A.C. (3. 4). You’ve all seen her on the stage with a bright announcement, on the hockey field in goalie pads, or marching in the band. A constant occupant of Swiftie’s office, Margie can nevertheless be counted on to attend to editorial duties and give life to any party. DORIS BAKER Typing Club (2). That streak of reddish gold hair flying across to the mnex always proved to be Doris, rushing to a belated bookkeeping class. Although one of the quieter members of our class, she makes us feel that die knows more than she tells. Did you know that Doris has twin aunts in the Sophomore Class? Incidentally, Doris is a great believer in letting George do it.” seventeen MARJORIE BARTHOLOMEW Mask and Mime (3); All-State Orchestra (3, 4); Gym Program (3). Margie’s Southern hospitality has won her many friends. She has obtained the goal desired by every school musician, the All-State Orchestra in which she has played violin for two years. She is also an excellent saxophone player in our famous band. She and her twin can be recognized by their hair of Titian” tint, which they dress distinctively. MARTHA BARTHOLOMEW All-State Orchestra (2). Martha is a good-looking Southerner who is often mistaken for her twin sister. She plays the mellophonc in the Band excellently. She was also in the All-State Orchestra, playing 'cello. Good at athletics, she also likes art. Martha is quiet, but she succeeds in whatever she attempts. She is a girl worth knowing, who is highly individual and docs not dress like her twin. TRUEMAN BARTRAM French Club (2); Football (3); Slide-Rule Club (3); Catalyst Club (4); Correspondence Committee Alfalfa,” farmer,” and Red Dog” are just a few of this tall, lean, red-haired New Flnglandcr's nick-names. Fie is really a fine fellow who has traveled over the United States by several methods, one of which is by freight. Fie is the original barn dance specialist, and he is said to be shy. CYNTHIA BASS Girls’ Sports (2, 3, 4); Program Committee (2); Homeroom Chairman (4). Cheerful, carefree, and lucky, Cynic” is a good sport about being kidded. This attractive damsel is queen of 101, excels in sports, and is a Dandy” dancer. Having disposed of the station wagon, she now spends her time losing everything, dodging her sister for borrowing clothes, and chauffeuring. Her friends are constantly wondering what she will do next. MARION BAUM German Evening (3, 4). Marion's dainty little figure would be submerged in the crowd were it not for her gleaming Titian locks. Her cheerful friendliness has made Marion more than welcome in Westfield High School. Indeed her only fault is occasional forgetfulness. Although merry as a grig this trim young lady is capable of hard work and ranks high in the German Department. By the way, where does she spend her afternoons? ROLAND BEDDOWS Band (2); French Club (3); Golf (3, 4); Finance Committee (4). In spite of his attempts to sleep through every class, Rollie” and well-bred” are synonymous except when he misses a good drive on the golf team. The Beau Brunimcll” of 101 is a composer and arranger, as well as an excellent drum and piano player. This jitterbug divides his tiint among Darby's, numerous girls, Gregory’s, and Lehigh. eighteen EDYTHE BELL Library Council (4); Photoplay Club (4); Basketball (4); Mask and Mime Club (4). The girl with the Pepsodent smile— that’s Edie. Though F.dythc played junipropc and hopsc atch with the present senior class when they were young, she emigrated to Georgia, just long enough to pick up the slow, graceful. Southern movements that suit her tall, blonde build so well. Edie loves a good joke, even if it’s or. her. EDWARD BICKEL Band (4). I d is a new member of the Senior Class. He came from Pennsylvania where he attended the Upper Darby High School. There he was especially interested in the band. He plays a saxophone and is an active member of the Cornhuskers. Ed is often seen driving about in a gray Oldsmobile and is quite willing to act as a chauffeur for anyone desiring a ride. SHIRLEY BINCLE Typing Club (J, 4); Annual (4). Although Shirley is one of the quietest members of 101. her friends tell us she is noted for her gay wit, her grand sense of humor, and .• helping hand for her friends. This future secretary may be seen almost any afternoon in 113 working away on a typewriter, l or some reason Shirley seemed to have trouble getting her journalism assignment in on time. GEORCE BORNKESSEL When good-natured, fun-loving George sits quietly meditating in 101. he may be imagining himself upon the Spanish Main, for he is quite a seaman and has a nice boat. At present he is a member of the Naval Reserve and expects to attend the New York State Merchant Marine School next year. Although sailors are said to have a lass in every port, this six-footer prefers Rahway girls. OLYMPIA BRACUTO Hockey (2, 3, 4); Baseball (2); Gym Program (2); Soccer (3); Basketball (3); Spanish Club (3, 4). Independent, witty, friendly, sincere, carefree, and gay are adjectives which suit Olympia. Although Limp is a well-known day dreamer, she has made a name for herself in sports. Her ambition is to become a nurse, and she works hard to achieve it. She admits that West Orange gentlemen are grand, but she receives letters from Plainfield. SAMUEL BRAXTON Basketball (2, 3); Football (4); Baseball (4). Sam, known to all his friends as just Buster,” has been a fine basketball player for several years. He has a grand sense of humor w'hich has helped win him many dear friends. He also excels at table tennis. Outside school, Sam likes dancing, possessing a peculiar yet delightful technique all his own. Inside school he charters with his cronies. nineteen BEN BROWN Track (2). Although Ben is the sleepiest guy in good old W.H.S., he is one of the best mannered and most cooperative that can be found. Mrs. Kimball will miss his constant companionship next year. Under his taciturn expression lies an adequate sense of humor, the real secret of his popularity. If you want to see a good game of African golf, just ask Ben; he’ll be glad to oblige. ROBERT CAMPBELL Football (3): Swimming (3); Outdoor Track (3). Bub's beautiful waves cause awakenings of the green-eyed monster in feminine hearts. Prankish Bob is an authority on the West, having sojourned m California and caught salmon in Oregon, to say nothing of his having been a cow hand this side of the Rockies. Experience with the seamy side of life has made Bob feel that a college education pays. BETTY BROWN French Club (2. Secretary 3, 4i; S. A. T. Committee (2, 3, ( hairman 4); Catalyst Club (Secretary 4); Senior Play Ticket Committee, (4); Annual Chairman (4). A girl who aspires to grow 3 little, Betty is also one who needs a forty-eight hour day. Besides culling A’s from the tree of knowledge, she studies music, participates in countless school activities, and devotes much time to photography, her hobby CATHERINE CARTER Baseball (2); Basketball (2, 3. 4); Volley Ball (2, 3); French Club (2, 3. 4); Badminton (2); Hockey (3); Archery (4); Senior Play Ticket Committee (4). Quips and cranks and wanton wiles plus an infectious laugh endear Kay to her classmates. The Dartmouth Winter C. arnival and an appendectomy were important events in an already crowded year. Kay’s friends talk about a remarkable system . We wonder what it is. don’t you? JACK CAMP Football (2. 3, 4); Track (2, 3); Spanish Club (2); Golf (2,3). Jack, who loves to camp on Coleman Place, has turned his hand to the gridiron, the golf course, and the bonding alleys with much success. Although his marks testify to his conscientious attempt in school svork, his memory for jokes seems to be his forte. We wonder where Jack ever found that Clark Gable smile? It certainly registers with femmes”. FRANK CASTILICIA Academic Committee (4). Forced to leave school in early spring to go to live in Florida, Frank was missed by his many friends. Merryeyed, wavy-haired Frank spent a great deal of time at the Y attempting to become a master bowler and ping-pong player. Although unable to participate in extra-curricular activities, Frank had a likeable personality and was a real asset to the class of ’39. twenty BARBARA CLARK Tenncquoit (2, 3); Red Cross Council (2, 3); G.A.C. (2); Junior Prom Committee (3); Art Club (4); Financial Committee (4); Weather Vam (4 1; Annual (4). Tops in tcnncquoit. ' tops in generosity, and tops m her curly red hair, is Bobby of the popular black car. Her amiability and artistic talent are the envy of many a girl. Arc her frequent trips to Regional merely to see the beautiful building? V'e wonder! ROBERT CLARK Band (2, 3, 4); Swimming (2); Mask and Mime (2. 3. 4); Spanish Club (3, 4); Music Festival (3). As tlu handsome, high-stepping drum-major of the High School Band. Tar was the perfect specimen. He is very much in demand for many activities, in school and out. He also shows an outstanding loyalty to his family name in Ids choice of leading lady . Good luck. Bob. and we hop.' you get that medical degree! SALTER CLARK French Club (2. 3); Outdoor Track (2, 3, 4); Football 3, 4). Salt, this year’s track sensation, defeated many a seasoned runner at his first practice. Although Ik was interested in football, his small stature and Ins lightness kept him on the bench at most games. A sharp wit, combined with a cheerful personality, has won him many admirers. We wonder whether a smart family car has anything to do with this. ALICE CLARKE French Club (2, 3. 4); Latin Club (2); Community Fair (4). Busy and efficient. Alice is a girl whose school work is never left undone. No wonder she receives good marks! Behind her wall of reserve, we find a good sport with plenty of common sense. Although she has a mind of her own. Alice does not have one of those flaming tempers suggested by red hair. JOYCE CLARKE Soccer (2, 3); Glee Club (2. 4); Mixed Chorus (2, 3, 4); Mask and Mime Club (2. 3. 4); Baseball (2. 3); Volley Ball (3); Christmas Choir (4); G.A.C. (4). Joyce, one of the larks of our class, is noted around school for her pretty eyes and a cheery smile which makes her nose wrinkle. In spite of lur diminutive si e and the fact that singing fills most of her time, she enjoys sports, especially baseball. FRED L. COLLINS Tennis (2, 3. 4); Slide Rule Club (3); Junior Nominating Committee (3). This tall, blond chap who is very quiet yet full of fun, is a slide rule addict and a sailboat enthusiast. His favorite pastime is driving around in a Stude-baker which is at your service any time you need a ride. Fred is easy to get along with and a very dependable fellow. twenty-one Jet ALICE COLMER Photoplay Club (3); Glee Club (3, 4); Academic Committee (4); Choir (4). This amiable jitterbug has more outside interests than her French poodle has fleas. Besides attempting golf now and then, Dot is known for her craving for cinema. Football, music, and reading the latest best sellers follow in quick order, and, of course, there is her recent leaning toward the stage—or didn’t you know? LENA COWIE Art Club (2, 3, 4); Mask and Mime (2); French Club (3, 4); Latin Club (4); Weather Vane (2, 3 Associate Editor 4). Dark-haired Lena of the shy but charming personality enjoys all phases of creative activity. One of Mr. Ivan-owski’s art students, Lena is also greatly interested in high-school art work. An associate editor of the Weather Vane, Lena has contributed illustrations, poems, cover designs and stories to its pages. CEORCE CONKLINC It is surprising to us that George, having an excellent sense of humor and being a good sport, is not more aggressive. His intense shyness prevents him from showing his real interest in sports. A few of the boys who are his particular friends find him most amiable, but his one and only girl friend is his Ford, in which he drives up and down Broad Street singing Oh, Lottie, Lassie . CHARLES CRANDALL Track (2, 3, 4); Civic Committee (4); Slide Rule Club (4); Red Cross Council (3). When it comes to running to, for, or away from, Charlie is a star of the first magnitude. He is also a master of the slide rule and can do algebra, trigonometry and physics in eight-minute periods. He calls himself a cynic and a gentleman—a pseudo-cynic, but at all times a gentleman. HARRY CORNWALL Football (2); Athletic Council (3, 4); Track Manager (2, 3, W4); Track (4); Slide Rule Club (3); Catalyst Club (3, 4). Harry appreciates a joke. Maybe that's why he bowls for the Hi Y. He is extremely popular and blessed with unusual executive ability. He has been driving his Chevrolet for so long that it has become a part of the Cornwall personality . For latest sidelights on school problems, sec Harry. IRIS CRAWFORD Hockey (2); Cheer Squad (2, 3, 4); Baseball (2); G.A.C. (3); Basketball (3); Badminton (3); Senior Play (4); Red Cross Council (4). One of our most promising theatrical personalities and a peppy cheer leader, I is admired by all. She is always bubbling over with fun and enthusiasm. This is probably the reason she has scores of friends and is so often seen in that blue Chevy”. twenty-two HELEN CROCCO Spanish Club (4); Basketball (4); Hockey (4). Helen, an attractive girl with jet black hair and winning smile, is often seen at the roller skating rink. Helen likes baseball, and as for her romantic interest, it seems that she enjoys traveling to Plainfield. Helen is always ready to tease her friends and does not mind being teased by them. She desires to become an efficient private secretary. GWENDOLYN CURRIER French Club (2, 3); Weather Vane (3, 4); All-State Orchestra (4); Library Council (3); Finance Committee (5). A talented and enthusiastic 'cellist in the Westfield Symphony, All-State, and High School orchestras, Gwen has a questioning, alert mind that keeps her scholastic record high. 1 ike others of her classmates. Gwen likes to hike and play tennis, but we doubt that any equal her bicycle excursion to Connecticut. HELEN CROSS Art Club (4). Helen, who has been in Westfield only a few years, has already acquired many friends. She came to us from l leming-ton, a town which she thinks is very lovely. At lunch she entertains a group of friends by telling jokes. Helen prefers dancing to school work. This serious but extremely vivacious person likes motorcycling. She is also interested in reading but has little leisure time. VITO CUNICELLO Football (4). Vito, better known as “Chubby , is the scourge of the highways now that he has his driver’s license. That red Studebaker has a hit of pick up. in more ways than one, eh Chub! He was one of the mainstays of Mr. Johnson’s B squad. Although one of his main ambitions is to slip right through a class, it is said that he contemplates attending college. Chubby is a lot of fun and is liked by everyone who knows him. HELEN CUTTER Latin Club (2); Photoplay Club (2, 3); Red Cross Council (3, 4); Christmas Program (3, 4); German Evening (3); Literary Club (4). When she rushes around in her black Chevie , this slender blonde angel might more justifiably be called a speed demon, though those who really know Helen call her a grand girl. From her frequent attacks of laryngitis we’d say that there’s something speechless about Helen. BETTY DANNER Typing Club (2, 3, 4); Basketball (3, 4 ; Glee Club (3). Betty reminds us of Texas sunshine, with her golden blonde hair and soft Southern accents. She manages t« • find friends wherever she goes. They tell us that the fraternity pin she wears comes from a friend in Purdue. Capable and business-like, Betty promises to be the type of secretary who offers dependability along with more decorative qualities. twenty-three DOROTHY DEAL Mask and Mime (2, 3. 4); French Club (2. 3); Gym Program (3): Literary Club (3. 4); Library Council (4). Dot is a girl of ideas. Her merry brown eyes arc continually sparkling with some new thought for a party or a crazy hat. She is well acquainted with the domestic arts and can sew and ciMik equally well. Her spare moments are spent in finding new diets and writing rhymes. MARCARET DEAN Mask and Mime (2, 3. 4); Weather Vane (2. 4); French Club (2, 3, 4); Hockey (2); Soccer (2); Red Cross (3, 4 ; Nominating Committee (3, 4); Annual (4). Super-scholar, author, and playwright is Dcanie , master of all trades, jack of none. As a side line, she delights in Winchctling down the smallest due. Dcanie produces a pleasant chuckle and very dry humor. She has a low voice which makes what she says mysterious. JOHN DEAS Solemn Sam , as John is called by his intimate friends because lie is so unobtrusive, has won an enviable reputation as a roller-skater. During the summer, Seaside Heights was the scene of his activities, while now his interests center around Roselle. Now and then he vents energy on a hot trumpet, but neither music nor skating can compete with his interest in the C. M. T. C. and his hope for a career in aviation. MARJORIE de FOREST French Club (2, 3, 4); Mask and Mime (2, 3, 4); Finance Committee ), 4); Music Festival (2): Glee Club (2). Tall. dark, and sophisticated, Midge is one of our most attractive and popular seniors. This jitterbug beats it out surrounded by male admirers. Since she's well liked by both sexes, there is always heavy trallic around her house. She is wise and witty; she has brains and beauty. HELEN DEITZ Literary Club (3, 4); Forum (3, 4); Gym Program (5, 4); Latin C lub (4); Library Council (4). Playing the piano, presiding over the Literary Club, and debating in the Forum arc only a few of the many activities Helen engages in. To be on the honor roll and still keep up with our mad social whirl is an accomplishment which is easy for her. Helen is also interested in opera music. CHARLES DOERRER Football (2. 3); Track (2, 3); Golf (2); Slide Rule Club 3). A ready laugh and a genial smile announce this handsome senior. Although Hud is quite big he seems to enjoy the so called ' little things in life and is a Romeo. He is known for his humor, but his serious moments bring fine results. A promising football career was halted when he sustained an injury during one of last season’s games. twenty-four FRED DOERRER Football (2); French Club (2); slide Rule Club (3); Chemistry (3); Annual (4). Mr. President, I make a motion that the meeting be adjourned. Fred is our class’s record meeting-motioner. Although he is seldom implicated in any scandal, his hobby without a shadow of a doubt is collecting it. Easygoing Dutchy,” nevertheless, has that dogged insistence that carries his frequent petitions to success. Incidentally. Fred’s a Democrat! EILEEN DONAHUE Mask and Mime 2, 3, 4); Latin Club (2, 4); Spanish Club (31; Hockey (2, 3); Basketball (2); Soccer (3); Baseball (J); Correspondence Committee (4). Sliur V she’s got the most beautiful shinin’ eyes, docs our Eileen! This slender senior endears herself to all her classmates with her charming manner. This Went her Wine contributor is subject to frequent attacks of giggles which ripple the surface of her usuall) tranquil state. WILLIAM DOUGLAS Bill i one of the most accomplished self-taught musicians in W.H.S. Not only does lie provide the DcMolay with fine organ music, but he is in dkinand at all community sings. Sonny is an ardent yachtsman, and any summer day he may lx- seen cruising in and out of Manasquan Inlet with a boatload of beautiful damsels. Still another of his interests is bowling, though he claims not to be an expert. EDITH EIDO Mask and Mime (2, 3. 4); Cheer Leader (2); Baseball (2, 3. 4); G.A.C. (2); junior Prom Committee (3): Christmas Choir (4). That golden blonde hair, that winning smile, and a sparkling personality make Edie” one of the most popular girls of the senior class, but Penn often calls her away. She has an innumerable number of friends, and leaves an everlasting impression on all who meet her. MARY ELLSBERC French Club (2. 3); Latin Club (2 ; Literary Club (3, 4). Commander Ellsbcrg? Why, know his daughter! is the frequent boast of this year's seniors. But it is not merely for her famous father that everyone welcomes the friendship of this poised and pleasant curly-head. Mary, probably from her numerous European trips, has cultivated an unusual appreciation for history, art, and literature. EDWARD ELMER French Club (2, 3). Ed is the small fellow whom one may see trotting about school with his clarinet under his arm He has seen every Westfield football game because of his position in the hand. Ed is of the greatest assistance in aiding one to get home in his family Chevy. He has two Cocker Spaniels, one black and the other brown. Each morning and evening he takes them for a constitutional. twenty-five DONALD FARRER Basketball Manager (2, 3. W4); Tennis (2, 5. 4); Mask and Mime Club (2); French Club (2); Academic Committee (3); Literary Club (4); Finance Committee (4). Wild root's walking testimonial finds time to manage the basketball team, astound the literary club, and strum the guitar. His masterful prose style is recognized in exclusive circles. He can often be found contentedly cruising around town in a very doubtful four cylinder limousine. ROBERT FAULKNER Photoplay Club (2); Tennis (2); Mask and Mime (3, 4); Radio Club (3); All-State Chorus (3, 4); Senior Play (4); Indoor Track (3, 4); Outdoor Track (2, 3, 4). Who is the school's All-State basso profondo,” Mask and Mime’s number one box office attraction, and Passaic township's bashful barn dance Romeo? Answers: a quiet and distinguished senior by the name of Hob Faulkner. Peanuts are with him constantly and may account for feminine interest. AURELIA FEICK Academic Committee (2); Gym Program (3); German Evening (3). Aurelia is an active member of our famous band and during football season she may be seen marching with the rest, playing her trumpet. She is also an excellent 'cello player. She is very quiet, but always has a friendly smile for everyone. Aurelia is one of the more sensible members of our class, and is always co-operative. WILLIAM FETZER Football (2, 3); Track (3, 4). Bill is a great follower of Westfield's athletic fortunes and is always among the rooters at our games. He must be a master mechanic, for he keeps his green Ford and an outboard motor in running condition. Bill, however, denies that he has received an offer to drive in the Indianapolis races. According to some. Bill isn't always the quiet, retiring fellow we know. HELEN FRASER German Evening (2, 3, 4). Helen has taken an active part in three programs presented by the German Department and is so enthusiastic about German that she has taught her little niece to sing German lieder. During the discussions which are held in Mr. Rope’s home-room. Helen frequently presents her views although she is ordinarily rather quiet. She has an aversion to doing home work. BETTY FREESE French Club (2, 3, 4); Latin Club (2, 3, 4); Junior Prom Committee (3). Besides being an excellent student Fritz has loads of other interests, such as music, athletics, Forum, various clubs, and diking. She has the swiftest tongue in school and one of the quickest minds. She lives by doing things on the spur of the moment, and by wearing out a woman’s privilege of changing her mind. twenty-six JANE FRICK Mask and Mime Club (2, J, 4); Latin Club (2); French Club (2); Christmas Program (3); Civic Committee (Secretary 4); Senior Play Gimmittec (4). A lively blonde that lives up to the standards set by her friends and her, she mixes in every crowd in school and has a grand sense of humor that appeals to all. You may ask Jane about all of her out-of-town friends. MARY CALIZIA Soccer (2); Spanish (2, 3, 4); Typing Club (3, 4); Baskecball (3, 4); Finance Committee (4); Annual (4). Quiet, attractive, and efficient, Mary is sure to be a good secretary for someone after graduation. Now she spends many afternoons in the typing room. In contrast to this ambitious work, is her ardent support of the movies. She never misses her favorites among the films. All like this able student. LUISE FRICKMAN Art Club (3, 4); ‘s Eye (3, 4); Mask and Mime (4). One of our class artists, Luise is rather quiet until one knows her well. Her dry humor makes her well liked by her friends, who admired the becoming coat of tan she acquired for Senior Day. Luise’s ambition is to become a commercial artist, and we believe that she will be successful, for she succeeds in obtaining what she desires. LOIS GARDNER Photoplay Club (2, 3, 4); Hi’s Eye (2, 4); French Club (3, 4); Hockey (3, 4); Basketball (3, 4); Mask and Mime (4); Ii brary Committee (4). Lois is one of those envied blondes around school whose naturally wavy hair is a source of admiration, especially by straight-haired damsels on rainy days. She is very much interested in sports, and is said to be quite a golfer. She wields a hockey stick, too. ROBERT FUNK Football Manager (2, 3, W4); Mask and Mime (2, 3. 4); French Club (2, 3, 4); Christmas Program (2, 3, 4); Weather Vane (4); Annual (4). Half of our Funk and Prugh football managership. Bob, better known as Newt, is the class off-stage actor and wit. He has even Mr. J. stumped by his invention of F'unkonium.” Even with all of Bob's pranks and teacher-trouble, he’s sure to make his mark. CHARLES CARRISON Charles tells u that he formerly lived at Scotch Plains and has never done anything interesting. Fie is either the man Diogenes was looking for, or, as we suspect, he is an overly modest member of our class. We happen to know that his favorite subject is mathematics. If you ever want to buy a used car, we advise you to see Charles, for he knows how to select one. twenty seven ALYCE CARY Orchestra (2, 3, 4); Athletic Council (2); Music Festival (2); Academic Committee (3, 4 ; Glee Club (5); Senior Play Committee (4); Typing Committee (4). Alyce is a rare individual to whom everyone tells his secrets. She is always smiling but is very quiet and not talkative. I laving secretarial aspirations she works hard all year but relaxes during the summer on the sunny shores of I.avaletle. Alyce’ chief interest is music. SAM CETTLE Sam is a newcomer from Washington and says that everyone seems to think that he knows the President or a favorite senator. Actually he is unfamiliar with celebrities although he has had some experience with a certain Westfield policeman who accidentally became the target for a snowball. Boxing and baseball are sports in which Sam participates and he enjoys watching basketball. In the future Sam will study Diesel engineering. LESTER CEBLER Football (2, 3, W4); Latin Club (2); Biology Club (2); Basketball (4). One of the strong men of our football squad. Geb” never seemed to have a care in the world besides trying to avoid the adhesive plaster which continually adorns his nose. With a good Irish ancestry and a certain patrolman behind him. he earns an honest living in a local A P. May I.es always retain us in his wonderful memory. JANET COODMAN French Club (2, 3, 4); Latin Club (2); Gym Program (2); Red Cross Council (2. 3); literary Club (4). Only Janet’s contagious laugh can make a stale pun go over in a big way. Rotating from prep school proms to college house-parties, she certainly makes the rounds. Janet wears her clothes with real style as we all noticed when she cut such a fine figure m the Girls’ Gym Program. STELLA CIALLOMBARDO Spinish Club (2, 3, 4); Mask and Mime Club (2); Typing Club (3. 4): Soccer (3); Basketball (3); Senior Typing Committee (4). I his attractive little girl has many good qualities which make her an outstanding personality. Red,” as she is called by her intimate friends, is one of the smallest members of our class. Her two main talents are acting and dancing. and her main ambition is to travel to California. MARCARET CORDON French Club (2) Library Council (2, 3, 4); Spanish Club (2, 3); Forum (4). This sweet-faccd girl with the long curls can often be seen cither in the library or in the hall outside, her arms filled with magazines and books. She is a brilliant student and intends to become a social worker. Margaret has a great number of foreign correspondents and receives mail from all corners of the world. fwenty-eighf CEORCE CREINER George may not be the fastest driver in W.H.S., but probably no one can burn brakes out faster than he. All one need do, he says, is to put on the emergency brake when stopping and forget to release it when driving on. Of course, such a practice is quite expensive. He also derives a great deal of pleasure and refreshment from resting on an algebra book during study periods. WARREN CROFF Outdoor Track (2, 3, 4); Union County Junior Historical Society (4). When Warren isn’t working in a certain grocery store down town, he may be seen gallivanting around in that Jitterbuggy he has. Of an inventive turn of mind, Warren is particularly interested in electricity and has made many interesting devices. Reputedly a woman-hater, Warren spends his leisure on music and sports rather than dating.” PAUL CRIFFITH Paul i a happy-go-lucky chap who doesn't mind, at all. being called lazy. He pretends a great dislike for work of any kind, and for school particularly. He has no respect for the hardworking students, and generally has some trick up his sleeve to play upon them. Band wakes him from his day dreams now and then, and his friends all believe he’ll do something worthwhile some day. WILLIAM HAFLEY Mask and Mime Club (4); Finance Committee (4); Senior Play 14). Do you remember the boy who came back? Bill came back this year to give us a long hearty laugh in his original portrayal of Peter, the Hermit, in the ’39 Mask and Mime fall production, Seven Keys to Baldpate. The crazy hermit lives on in Bill’s daily classroom personality, much to his schoolmates' constant delight. SONYA CRILL Art Club (2); Mask and Mime (21; Gym Program (3); Band (3. 4); Orchestra 3, 4). Sonnie eats carrots to curb her temper, practices Dale Carnegie on her pals, and dances beautifully. She plays almost the loudest flute in the band and also strums piano keys. When she grows up. she wants to possess hundreds of dogs, monkeys, and birds. Sonnie is very kind-hearted, sending cards to sick little boys. CHARLES HALL Mask and Mime (2, 3, 4); Tennis (2, 3, 4); Swimming (4); Athletic Council (2); Music Festival (3). Attention, girls! Here’s a handsome, athletic man, who is a smoothie” dancer. Some slay lie hopes to be an architect and design beautiful buildings. Besides earning letters in two sports, he has made himself known on the W. H. S. stage. Remember him in the Seven Keys to Baldpate”? twenty-nine OILMAN HAND Typing Club (2); Baseball (2); Basketball (2); Catalyst Club (3); Track (3, 4); Mask and Mime (4); Football (3); Senior Play Committee (4). Gil,” Westfield High's star 100 and 220-yard dash man. docs not confine his running to the hard floor and cinder path. Much of it is done Friday and Saturday nights when il peul ctre gallant. Gil passes his summers delivering milk to lovely Beach Haven customers. MARY HANN Glee Club (2. 3, 4); Correspondence Committee (4); Hi's Eye (4). Although petite and vivacious. Mary is a conscientious and serious-minded girl. She is praised by her teachers, for she is helpful and considerate at all times. Rumor has it that Mary has fixed her affections upon a 193 8 alumnus of Westfield High. Perhaps it is he to whom she writes letters during the last ten minutes of library periods. WALTER HANSCEN Football (2, 3, 4). Walter is a bov who loves to pi ay practical jokes on people. Interested in mechanics, he has shown marked ability in handling many devices. Loving speed with both bicycles and automobiles. he is always trying to break a record. Pigskin is also the precision man for missing fenders by fractions of inches. He is the first cowboy that has never ridden a horse. ELIN HANSON French Club (2, 3, 4); Mask and Mime Club (2, 3, 4); Basketball (2. 3. 4); Hockey (2. 3, 4); Baseball (2. 3, 4); Volley Ball (2, 3). Although she has many outside interests. this statuesque blonde finds time to lead in earning both athletic and academic honors. Winner of the College Woman’s Club Scholarship, F.lin will matriculate at New Jersey College for Women where she Will not lx- inconveniently far from Westfield. |EAN HARRISON Cheer Squad (2, 3, 4); Hockey (2, 3) ; G.A.C. (3); Gym Program (3, 4); Mask and Mime (2); Latin Club (2); German Evening (2, 4) . We never know which romance is winning with this attractive cheer leader. She exhibits pep and vivaciousness on the dance floor, in the classroom, and on the football field. I ler main ambition is to have the pisrman call at least a dozen times a day. WILBUR HARRY Art Club (3, 4); Senior Play Committee (4). Pete has the fine power of stick-to-itiveness, for he always completes tasks. One of his interests is art; another, psychology. His main interest, however, is in the field of radio. It is said that he can take radios apart and put them together in A-l condition. Possibly this fellow will be seen in later years with a television company. thirty EVELYN HARTPENCE Typing Club (3, 4); Junior Historical Society (4). Like a good many women, Lvclyn always has to have the last word. Do you remember how many times she took the floor in Forum programs? Judging from her Senior Day costume. Kvelyn is dubious about her angelic qualities as a wife. This orig inal girl excels in office work and many a test has been entrusted to her capable hands. MARJORIE HARVEY French Club (2); Spanish Club (3). Marjorie Harvey is one of the numerous girls who hail from Illinois. Although she is very quiet in her speech and her manners, she is what one can really call a good friend, and all who know Marge arc very fond of her. Whenever Kathleen and Doris, her two best friends, are about, one can be Certain that Marjorie is not far distant. MARTHA HASTE Spanish Club (3). typing Club (3); Photoplay Club (4). As bright and cheerful as her golden orange halo of hair, Martha is envied by every girl for her two dimples. She was an active member of the lyp-ing ( Iub for a year, helping everyone everywhere, l iked by many, Martha i' a quiet and amicable individual who. in school, always seems to have the correct answer when called upon. HELEN HAYSMAN Library Council (2, 4); Glee Club (2, 3, 4); French Club (3, 4); Christmas Choir (3, 4); Photoplay Club (4). A cute, plump girl with a fatuous giggle—that’s Helen. She lias a fine sense of humor and can appreciate an excellent joke. Often Helen can be seen in the afternoon with a green Graham filled with girls. This lover of swing music has sewing ability becoming a future Schiaparelli. EVELYN HEALD Mask and Mime (2, 4); All Girls’ Sports (2, 3, 4); G.A.C. (2, 3, 4); Spanish Club (2); Senior Play Publicity (4). Si e means nothing to I ie; she’s capable of handling the biggest jobs with handy finesse. She may almost always be seen rushing here and there, getting things in order for any of the girls’ sports. I ler fun-loving personality helps any dull day along and wins her many friends. MARTHA HERBERT Hockey (2, 3); Soccer (2); Weather Vane (2); French Club (2); Baseball (2); Volley Ball (2); Forum (3); Catalyst Club (3); Academic Committee (4). This plcasanr. all-round girl is proficient at mathematics, acrobatics, hockey, and basketball. Her grand personality has won her many friends in W. H. S. At any odd moment you may find Mart with various fellow hand members creating music at in impromptu jam session. thirty-one WILLIAM HECKENCAMP Football 2, 3, V4); Track (2, V3, V'4); Spanish Club (2. 3); Academic Committee (2, 4); Athletic Council, (Treasurer 4). ’’Hccky , starring for W'. II S. as blocking back and shot-putter, has brawn which is excelled only by his modesty. His pride and joy is the co-operative Model A. He has surprised his teachers with unexpected natural ability, and if you ever want to meet a regular fellow , look him up. BARTON HEINZ Football (2, 3, W4); Swimming (2); Indoor Track (3, 4); Outdoor Track (2, 3, 4); Athletic Council (4). Solid and dependable is Bart's style, but no one enjoy a laugh more than he. He sometimes laughs at the wrong time, but even his teachers forgive him. Besides doing a bang up” job on the football team (we mean this literally), he has some claim to fame as a trackman. ELSIE HESSLER Hi's Lyc (4); Literary Club (4). Bubbling, blonde, and blase is our Llsie, but her sometimes scatter-brained actions hide a truly capable brain. At Breton Woods, which claims her every summer, she excels in sailing, tanning, and socializing, l lsie devotes most of her time to entertaining a certain Dickc” from Rutgers, knitting angora mittens, and keeping the school posted on everyone's social life via the A Eye. DORIS HEWITT Art Club (2, 3. 4); Spanish Club (2); Mask and Mime (4); Weather Vane (4); Stage Committee (4). Hcwic” is that little girl seen driving around in a big black Packard, but not alone. Our Bud of the season spends much of her lime in the art room where she was in overwhelming demand as sketcher of portraits during the Community Fair. Good humor and lots of pep are included in her popular personality. ROBERT HILLIER Mask and Mime Club (2, Vice-Prcs. 3, 4); Tennis (2); Athletic Owned (2); French Club (2); Track (2, 3. 4); Slide Rule Club (3). Bob may not make a lot of noise, but his presence on numerous committees is certainly appreciated. On the track field and tennis courts, as well as all around school, Bob is exceedingly well liked. lbs vivid characterizations in the 101 dramatic triumphs are outstanding. LEE HINTERLEITNER Chemistry Club (3, 4); Biology Club (Sec.-Trcas. 3); Paddle Tennis Tournament (3, 4); German Evening (3, 4). Lee, who electrified us on Senior Day, proved her dependability as secretary of both the Biology and the Catalyst Clubs. Always a hard worker, Lee has actively participated in all German activities. Her hobby is collecting pictures of unusual rooms, as she hopes some day to become an interior decorator. ROBERT HOFFMAN French Club (2, 3); Orchestra (2); Catalyst Club (Treas. 3, 4); Slide Rule Club (3, 4); Academic Committee (3, 4); Cheer Leader (4). Bob, a tall cheer leader with a minor passion for sophs, has often tried to remove a hand or eye in chemical experiments. Me plans to follow his brother to Haverford, barring further accidents. Eventually we expect to see him a successful young doctor. RUTH HOFFMANN Photoplay Club (2, 4); Gym Program (3, 4); Music Festival (3); Glee Club (3. 4); Modern Dancing (4). Small, blonde, and lively, Rutliie really gets around a lot. She is an excellent modern dancer as one could see at the girl’s gym program, and is also a charming singer. She i an inveterate movie-goer. Because of her many line tiualuies, Ruthic” is truly a miss worth knowing. EVERETT HOLLAND Class President (2); Latin Club (2); Baseball (3); Band (3, 4); Orchestra (2); Choir (4); Swimming (2). A master of the trombone, violin, and English bicycle, Everett is ever ready to help a friend and to talk himself in and out of trouble. Many’s the time he has put lus deft pencil to work and created clever sketches to help relieve the monotony of his English class. |OAN HORNBECK Modern Dance Club (3. 4); Gym Program (3, 4); Photoplay Club (3, 4); Library C until (3); Junior Prom Committee (3); Senior Play Committee (4). Joan was an attractive addition to our school during our Junior year, and Port Jervis’s loss was Westfield’s gain. A true Diana, Joan likes dancing as well as archery and swimming. Her contagious smile, sweet personality, sincerity and good sportsmanship make everyone like her. ISABEL HOVENDON French Club (2, 3); Mask and Mime (2, 3. 4); Cheer Leader (3, 4); Junior Prom Committee (3); Spanish Club (3); Gym Program (3, 4). Ibby not only added zest to the football games through her cheer leading but continually spread laughter throughout the halls. A main pillar in most dramatic successes, a pianist and artist, this blonde belle of the Spanish class supplies humor and pep to many double dates. WILLIAM HOWARD Football (2, 3, W'4); Track (2, 3); Ring Committee (2); Christmas Pageant (4 ; Annual (Business Manager 4); Hi’s Eyt (4). Handsome Bill, who was one of the ace football backs this year, is the magician who kept the Annual out of the red as business manager. Bill is always in a hurry to get there, anywhere. and is always accompanied on his way by the class president. Bcrnie Jones. thirty-three LEWIS HOWARTH Commencement Usher (2, 3); Community Fair Usher (3). I lis good marks and rapid advancement rank Lewis high among the commercial students in scholastic standing. A smiling and cheery fellow, he is one of our most energetic seniors. I lis spare time is always occupied in doing something beneficial to him. The West field High office depends on him for help and can be sure of a job well done. LUCILLE JOHNSON Art Club (2): Photoplay (2, 3, 4); Mask and Mime (4). Teachers and pupils alike are won by Lucille's charm of manner, for she always has a smile and a cheery greeting. Her lovely complexion and blonde waving hair are the envy of many less fortunate. Art is Lucille's major interest, and much of her school day is spent in 302. She is an enthusiastic movie-goer and Photoplay Club member. ROBERT HOWARTH Baseball (2, 3, 4); Basketball (4). That woodsy drawl heard down at the boys' entrance in the morning belongs to Bob. One of our taller, more slender boys, he ambles along like a true son of the forest. As pitcher on the diamond he has been a great asset and one of Mr. Thompson’s favorites. He has also shown his prowess on the basketball court. BERNARD jONES Football (W2. W3, V4); Class President (3, 4); Latin Club (2); Track ( V3. W4). Babe, by virtue of an aptitude test, has recently become interested in music. He displays with modest pride letters in football and track and shows real leadership ability in everything he enters. The best compliment any group could pay Bcrnie has already been made; namely, his election as president of the class the past two years. JESSIE HULSART Latin Club (2); Music Festival (2, 3); Forum (4); Catalyst Club (4)- This tall, dark first flutist in the famous W.H.S. Band hopes to attend Duke next year, for she is a southern girl at heart. Ambitious Jess expects to study medicine after her graduation from college, and we arc sure she will succeed as an M.D. She is a lover of dogs, cats, raw hamburgers, and her piccolo. LUCILLE KAUFMANN Lucille is one of the quiet seniors although her friends find her jolly and full of fun. Every now and then, though, she breaks through her stillness to brighten up the day. Because of her outstanding personality, Lu has many friends. She can often be found at skjting rinks although she also likes outdoor sports. Lu has a special interest down South. She has a predilection for dancing and New' Brunswick. thirty-four VIRCINIA KELLEY Photoplay Club (4); Typing Club (4); Senior Play Committee (4). Virginia is considered an expert on toasted American cheese sandwiches, having eaten them for lunch every day for three years in the Blue Room. Her summers arc spent absorbing the sunshine on the New Jersey coast. She is fond of roller skating and is one of the most ardent fans of the Y basketball team. HELEN KEMP Hockey (3); Tennis (3): Soccer (3); Volley Ball (3); Basketball (3). This pretty little blonde grieved us by leaving W.H.S. this fall. The pres ent home town of this gracious girl is Arlington, Virginia, which has been visited several times by the boy she left behind. Besides being very active in sports at school, tlm marvelous dancer was one of the partners in our famous Westfield High shag team. TOM KIELY Football (3, W4); Indoor Track (W3. W4); Outdoor Track (3. W4); Senior Play Committee (4). This tall youth is termed a smoothie” by Coach Duncan. He is our star quartcr-milcr whose prowess is enough to win him school renown. Tom ran a taxi service to the field during football which was all free. As he is enthusiastic about coastal erosion, we rather expect Tom to become an engineer. SYLVIA KLION Latin Club (2. 3, 4); French Club (2, 3. 4); Creative Writing Club (2); Orchestra (2, 3); Gym Program (2, 4); Community Fair (4); Annual (4). Ever ambitious, this linguist and musician believes in getting all she can out of school, and she has even forfeited lunch periods to study. Sylly has many activities outside of school and spends many a week-end in New York where she will attend Barnard College next fall. CHARLES KNAUER Glee Club (4). Charles is a tall lanky chap whose favorite pastime is working with plants and bees. In fact, his senior essay dealt with the subject of bee-keeping. Although he is very quiet as a rule, he has an excellent singing voice when any one can persuade him to use it. Appropriately enough, Charles became a farmer on Senior Day. Perhaps he will go back to the soil. THEODORE KOZAK An ambitious fellow, Ted works in the school cafeteria during noontime and in a gasoline station after school. During the summer he goes to Camp Dix. He docs electrical work for school plays and likes to work in the shop. On Senior Day, led gave a very good demonstration of how not to bake a cake by putting in such odd ingredients as egg shells, paper bags, ink, and a cup. thirty-five DORIS KURICER Glee Club (3, 4); Correspondence Committee (4); Photoplay Club (4); Collectors’ Club (4); French Club (3. 4). A newcomer to Westfield High in her Junior year, Doris brightens these old portals with her cheery smile, her chief assets being her wavy hair, a lively disposition, a golden voice, and the ability to play the accordion. She has taken an active part in a great variety of extra-curricular activities. ROY LAMBERT Football (2); Glee Club (2, 3, 4); Catalyst Club (2, 3); Biology Club (2); Music Festival (3); All-State Chorus (4). A real music lover is this excellent tenor. Though he plays trumpet in the band, sings in the school chorus, and likes Victor Herbert’s music, Roy is no jitterbug, and he doesn’t like swing . His fine scientific mind has made him outstanding in the Catalyst and Slide Rule Clubs. ROSE LA PIA Art Club (4); Mask and Mime Club (4); Community Fair (4); Senior Play Art Committee (4); Girls’ Gym Program (4). This enterprising senior is interested in all sports although she has been too busy to join in athletics here. She intends to sew a fine scam as a dressmaker and designer. Rose delights in travel and has traveled the Atlantic Coast from Connecticut to Florida. Her special interests are Plainfield and redheads. PHILIP LAUNER French Club (2, 3, Pres. 4); Archaeology Club (2, 3, Pres. 4); Music Festival (3); Senior Play (4); All-State Orchestra (4); Annual (4). Josh’’ is president of the Resurrectionists —in other words, the Archaeological Society, l ine violinist though he is, Phil prefers to labor with pick and shovel, unearthing arrow-heads. Some day, no doubt, he’ll be excavating in Egypt. Ping-pong player, job-printer, scholar, we salute you! CEORCE LEAVER Latin Club (2, 3); Track (3, 4); Academic Committee (4); Slide Rule Club (3). This curly-haired Canuck has numerous tjlcnt.s, ranging from skiing to piano-playing. George is the envy of many of us when he drives his shiny Packard. His intimate friends know that he has a grand sense of humor and all know Mush” supports the track team by running the mile at a neat pace. In short, wc feel we have gained by Canada's loss. EDWIN L. LEET Football (W2, W3, 4); Baseball (2, 3, 4); Track (3); Spanish Club (3) ; Forum (3, 4); Slide Rule (4) . Even though he is the popular Blond Ox of W. FI. S. and the mighty, carroty-topped left tackle, Ed has his troubles as an athletic Romeo. Indecision causes the conflict, but so far the ’'Powerhouse is impartial with respect to blondes and brunettes. Amiable lid takes a lot of kidding. thirty-six CRANT LEONARD Forum (2. 3, 4); Track (2, 3, 4); Junior Prom Committee (3); Mask and Mime (4). Like a page out of Lsquirc’’—that's Bud”, whose subtle humor suits well with his perfect attire. Gram served as president of the Forum for two semesters and participated in track for three years. Knowing horses from A to Z, Grant is a real horseman. A lover of outdoor life. Grant expects to major in forestry. WILLIAM LOWE Football (2, 3, V4); Track Manager (2, 3, V4); French Club 2, }); Red Cross Council 3, 4); Junior Prom Chairman {3): Annual (Fditor-in-Chief 4). Bill is the strong, silent man of the Senior Class. Besides being captain of the football team, he is vice-president of the class, W't jfbn VjiiAnnual Fditor, and a line student. Bill doesn't say much, but we all know that actions speak louder than words. KEITH LYMAN Football (2, 3); Track (2, 3, 4); Mask and Mime Club (2, 3. 4); Red Cross Council (2, 3, 4); French Club (4). Keith, our leather-lunged orator, actor, and popular dancer can always lx1 depended upon to appear in the cast of our best dramatic productions, or to earn needed track points for W. II S. with Im first-rate high-jumping. We wonder how Mr. Gcsncr will faire without him next year. WILLIAM LYMAN Latin Club (2); Mask and Mime (2. 3); Community Fair (4); Civic Committee (4); Red Cross Council (3); Christmas Tableaux (3). Being a handsome sage, an accomplished skeptic, and a short story writer are only a few of Bill’s natural and developed abilities. I le has been proclaimed a walking dictionary but denies being one. Bill is a genius when it comes to taking school work lightly. The Lyman family archives furnished the legal phraseology of the class will. WINIFRED MacQUILLAN French Club (2. 3, 4); Mixed Chorus (2) ; Mask and Mime (2. 3); Photoplay Club (2); Catalyst Club (3) . Winifred, who intends to attend Obcr-Ihi next year, is one of those courageous students who is studying French IV. She wants to become a French teacher. Her interest in school activities and her fine co-operative spirit will carry Winnie a long way. Being a member of the band. Winnie and Clarence, ' her clarinet, are frequently seen together. FRANK MAUNSKY Baseball (3. 4). Buckwheat,” as Frank is called by Ins Arrow Club friends, is never seen without his smile. An old-timer in our school, he doesn’t want to leave, for he will miss Mrs. Kimball’s Fnglish class. Having earned a letter in baseball last season, he is hoping to earn another this year. ’’Buckwheat’’ has cut up many a rug doing wlut is called the “Orange Peel.” thirty-seven VALERIE MALMAR French Club (2, 3); Latin Club (2, 3); Literary Club (4). Valerie, known to all as Val,” is a happy-go-lucky, friendly young lady who always has a smile on her face. Her favorite pastimes arc shagging, truckin', and going to Burr's for a slight jam session. Val’s bubbling conversation and sunny disposition make her a welcome guest at proms and house-parties at Fordham and Rutgers. DAVID MANNINC Swimming (2, 3, W4); Football (2, 3, 4); Tennis (2, 3, 4); Junior Prom Committee (3). Dave, the ace swimming star of W.H.S., has proved his worth in football and tennis as well as in swimming. He is not only a fine athlete, but a gentleman and a scholar, excelling in mathematics and physics. Dave is always ready to discuss college boards or his numerous acquaintances of the fairer sex. DOROTHY MAPES Latin Club (2); Spanish Club (3, 4); Photoplay Club (3, 4); Music Festival (3); Girls’ Gym Program (4). Although extremely quiet in school, Do is a swell” person to know and her witty remarks make her a desirable companion. She is an ardent follower of the movies and she takes her flute playing in the band quite seriously except when she is dreaming of going” or having been. AVREL MASON French Club (2); Latin Club (2); Finance Committee (2); Track (3); Senior Play (4). Popo is famed for more than his adeptness in handkissing” which was proved in this year's Senior Play. Besides being a good all-around student, he plays an excellent bell-lyre in our band. He is an embryo” aeronautical expert and never tires of discussing this, his favorite subject. We hear Avrel is also an accomplished sonneteer. ROBERT MAXWELL Football (3); Track (3, 4); Catalyst Club (4); Slide Rule Club (4). You'll recognize Bob’s distinctive Tom Sawyer haircut. It filled in well with his realistic hill-billy attire on Senior Day. A sturdy trackman, he is one of Mr. Goodrich's star half-milcrs. Usually quiet, he sometimes breaks forth with some of Ins keen wit. Special interests include ice skating, the Catalyst and Slide Rule Clubs, and Jessie. KATHLEEN McLEAN Library Council (3, 4); Art Club (3, 4); Writing Club (2, 3); Spanish Club (3); Stage Committee (4). Kathleen always has a smile and a good word for all. You may often find her in the art room painting posters or sketching scenes from still life. She is the vice-president of the Library Council and we don't know what Miss Bible would do without her. She is a good sport and a good friend. thirty-eight JANE McMICHAEL Library Club 2. 3,); Mask and Mime Club (3, 4); Finance Committee (4). If you hear a steady flow of gay chatter punctuated with a giggle after every five or ten words, you may be sure that it is Jane. Her enthusiasm is infectious and she takes very seriously any task which she undertakes. It may surprise some of you to discover that she intends to become a school teacher. History is her favorite subject. BOB MEISS Bob is a tall, quiet, but dashing young fellow with a pleasing personality who returned to Westfield High this year. Some men prefer blondes, but Bob admires brunettes. He has acquired quite a collection of recordings of popular songs. This ardent ice skater has a flashy smile and wavy hair which catch the eyes of at least some of the brunettes he admires. Mouse” has been seen at frequent intervals in Elizabeth. owen McWilliams Swimming (3, 4); Catalyst Club (3, 4); French Club (3). This dark-haired Irishman came here from Cranford High School where lie took a very active part in school activities. He played football for two years, followed his hobbies, amateur photography and aviation in clubs, and made himself deservedly popular. A profitable hobby nowadays is the raising of guinea pigs both as pets and as material for scientific experiment. MABEL MICHAELIS Photoplay Club (4); Community Fail (4). Skating, swimming, badminton, and a strange yen for the shore characterize Mabel, who is frequently seen chatting in German or enjoying a good joke with Helen. The Friday nights at the movies and her weakness for blonds may have some connection; wha knows? But whatever her outside activities, we know her for a grand and helptul member of the school. IRMA MEISEL Typing Club (2); Photoplay Club (3, 4); Basketball (3, 4j; Civic Committee (4). Seaside Heights is the summer hangout of this well-dressed damsel who dotes on wearing Spalding shoes. Irma seems to like out-of-towners and convertible coupes. Although a tall, quiet girl, Irma is an excellent dancer. This year she had a very good time at a convention she attended in New York. FRANCES MILLER Hockey (2); Tenniquoit (3); Art Club (4); Senior Play Committee (4). Fran is the blushing blonde of West-field High. She became a member of the Art Club during her senior year, but did not continue, for she left school to become a telephone operator. Her pastime is writing poetry. If she attains her ultimate desire, she will become either a parachute jumper or an insane asylum nurse. thirty-nine HELEN MILLER French Club (2, )); Tennis (2); Forum (4); G.A.C. (4); Academic Committee (4); Mask and Mime (2). A tall girl with reddish brown hair, aptly called Honey,” is not only fond of sports, but is an active member of the Girl Reserves. Helen hopes some day to be in the commercial advertising business. Her pet accomplishment this year was writing the French minutes without a single mistake. JOHN MINER French Club (2. 3, 4); Spanish Club (3, 4); Tennis (3, 4). John, a pillar of the French department, is always busy with official business of the Quartier Latin, or engaged in a debate in French with one of his intellectual friends. However, he seems to find time to keep his other marks up also. John is really an exceptional piano player, catering to all tastes with either swing” or classical numbers. |ANE MONROE Literary Club (4); Art Club (4). Jane's interests seem to lie principally in skiing although she does get a good deal of pleasure in traveling to other towns for the week-ends. The afternoons that aren’t spent in 115 find her coke-ing” in the famous Blue Room with best pals, Val and Janet. Besides taking detention Jane’s favorite pastime is day dreaming in class, a hobby of which her teachers disapprove. EILEEN MUNDT Cheer Leader (4); Forum (2, 3, 4); Girls’ Sports (2, 3, 4); Latin Club (3, 4); Red Cross Council (3, 4); Junior Prom Committee (3); Annual (4). Blimp, the diminutive and poised platform speaker and student, has more than her share of pep and wit. She is well known for her ability as a leader and as a cooperative follower. Not only in classes, but also in extra curricular activities, Blimp excels. NORMA NELSON French Club (2, 3); Mask and Mime (2, 3, 4); Hockey (2, 3); Biology Club (Vice-President 2); Forum (3, 4); Cheer Squad (4); Annual Staff (4). Tall, peppy, and talkative is this blonde so popular with both teachers and students. Norm is active in sports and cheer leading as well as in various clubs, and loves nothing better than a good jam session.” Norm’s interests also include good music—and Yale. JANE NICHOLS Mask and Mime (2); French Club (2); Latin Club (2); Forum (3, 4); Catalyst Club (3). Jane learns because she likes to though her varied interests often distract her considerably from the assignment. In fact, she does everything that way, reading, w-riting. hiking, oil painting, and creating de luxe doodles in class periods. Tell her you admire that pretty pink and white complexion and watch it give way to deep rose. forty THOMAS O’CONNOR Football (2, 3); Swimming (2); Track (2, 3); Catalyst Club (2, 3); Archaeological Society (3, 4); French Club (4); Senior Play (4). Tom, class Irishman, is in a state of suspended worry over past, present, and future love affairs. He tells us that he will devote his life to surgery, and that always comes first. Although Tom looks very sleepy, we believe that he has a keen mind. KATHLEEN O’MARA Photoplay Club (4). Although Kathleen entered Westfield High in her senior year, she has already made many friends among the students, for her charming personality makes her a delightful companion. Her favorite sport is badminton. During the summer she enjoys going to the shore, but never stops at any place more than once. Kathleen transferred to W. H. S. from Holy Trinity High where she was an excellent student. KENNETH OUTRAM Baseball (2, 3, 4). Ken is a student that does not believe in exerting himself too much, for lie takes life as it comes. Although he has not taken part in many activities, Ken has shown a keen interest in athletics. Not only is he the mainstay of the De Molay basketball team, but he also is the captain of the bowling team there. He likes the view from 101. CUY OVERMAN Baseball Manager (2, 3, W4); French Club (2); Catalyst Club (3, Pres. 4); Slide Rule Club (3, 4); Radio Club (3); Senior Play Cast (4). 'Iggy” Overman slides a mean slush pump” in the band and also presides over the Catalyst Club. Our future engineer is as clever a mathematician as he is an electrician. It has been said that Guy works hard, plays hard, and always comes out on top. ROBERT PAINE Football (2, 3); Junior Prom Committee (3); Latin Club (4); Slide Rule Club (4); Academic Committee (4); Senior Play Ticket Committee (Chairman 4). Cutting figures on the ice is this expert skater’s favorite pastime. This transplanted New Fngl.mder is one of our strong silent men. Besides having a good scholastic record. Bob exhibits skill in touch football and enthusiasm for his hobby, radio. His Senior costume amazed us. MILDRED PARNES Photoplay Club (2); German Evening (3); Mask and Mime (4). Evidently Mildred was born with the giggles, for she titters incessantly. She also delights in practical joking. Although mute in classes, she always has something to talk about in study periods—especially in the library. She spends a great deal of her time in bicycle riding and roller skating. Mil seems to find something of interest in Plainfield, it scents. forty-one REFUCE PATTERSON Archaeological Society (2, 3, 4); Outdoor Track (4). Indian lore, stamp collecting, running, and girls arc interesting to this pleasant looking lad. Better known as Pat” among his friends. Refuge is noted for his keen sense of humor and his love of practical jokes. After graduation from high school, Pat” expects to complete his education at the renowned Hampton Institute in Virginia. EVERSON PEARSALL Boys’ Glee Club (2); Tennis (2); Tennis Manager (3, 4); Band (2); Red Cross Council (Vice-President, 4). Red Dog, our good-looking tennis star, is a specialist on sandwiches, smooth clothes, and Pontiacs. He misses the spirit” which filled our pep meetings last year, but with his many jokes he keeps his friends amused even now. His clever wit and happy-go-lucky manner make him extremely pop-ular. GLORIA PENISTON French Club (2); Hockey (2); Latin Club (3, 4); Class Secretary (2); Mask and Mime (3, 4); Badminton (3); Senior Play Committee (4); Red Cross (2, 3, 4). Glo” is that sweet miss so well liked for her wonderful disposition and dependability. Quiet and poised, she has proved outstanding as an actress and student. We know she will gain as much admiration at Sweet Briar next year as she has enjoyed in high school. CLAIRE PETERSON Latin Club (2, 3, 4); French Club (3, 4); Mask and Mime (3, 4); Prom Committee (3); Hockey (4); Physical Education Program (3, 4); Annual (4); Badminton (3, 4). This little lady with the impish look is pretty Claire, more commonly called Pete.” Although her social activities are many, she ranks with the scholars of the school. She plans to make good use of her brains as she is studying to teach math” eventually. BARBARA PETITT French Club (2, 3, 4); Basketball (2); Senior Play Committee (4); Correspondence Committee (4). The girl in the big, black Chrysler is here again. A one-time Southerner, Babs” is going down to Southern Seminary to brush up on her accent. Unlike most Southerners she isn’t lazy, but she does believe in taking life easy. Babs” especially enjoys attending movies and playing popular music. MARCARET PIERCE Senior Play Cast (4); Hockey (2); Literary Club (4); Academic Committee (4); Spanish Club (3, 4); French Club (2, 3); Mask and Mime (3, 4). Music is this girl's speciality, and she already has her first pupil at piano. Clever as a monologist, Margaret, however, will always be remembered as the demure little maid, a specialist in toast pig, who won the affections of Popo in the Senior Play. forty-two EDWARD PILLI Latin Club (2); Swimming (3); Spanish Club (3, 4); literary Club (4); Slide Rule Club (4); Senior Play (4). Edward has the perfect marcel that is the envy of many. His school work is done after considerable prodding; but in spite of this, he has found his place in dramatics. He is also one whom spring fever hits hard. Edward's idiosyncrasies do not prevent his being well liked. IDA POLLARD Ida is a quiet, exceptionally pleasant and delightful person to know. Many of her friends find her dimple attractive. Her superb dancing—tango, wait , and ballet—is something at which to marvel. An expert lindy-hopper, Ida is also well known on the dance floor. She is excellent in Spanish which she has studied for three years, and her ability to converse in it has won the admiration of many. FRANCES PONTURO French Club (2); Typing Club (4). What would the Typing Club do without Frances? She is a dependable student, efficient helper, and a faithful friend. Her willingness to help others does not interfere with her scholastic standing as her marks are always high. For recreation she enjoys going to the movies and reading books. In spite of her good work in school, Frances still looks forward to all the holidays. CHARLES POSPOSIL Spanish Club (2, 3); Track (2). Charles, or Cholly” as he is called by his friends, is a small, blonde, merry-looking boy. Whenever he is seen, he is smiling and has a cheerful word for everyone. A good basketball player. Cholly also plays baseball. During the summer one may find him at the shore cither swimming or having fun in other ways, for he always has many friends around him. JAMES PRICE Golf Manager (2, 3, 4); Collectors' Club (2); Mask and Mime (3, 4); Catalyst Club (3, 4); Forum (4); Finance Committee (4); Slide Rule Club (4). Although Dutch” has lost his Southern accent, he still clings to his lackadaisical manner. Jim holds the record for eating hamburgers and also for getting his work in just ahead of the deadline. Dutch will long be remembered for his acting in Growing Pains. JANE PRINE French Club (2, 3, 4); Mask and Mime Club (2. 3. 4); Forum (2, 3); Mixed Chorus (4). Vi e wonder how Jane survives all the wear and tejr of going here, there, and everywhere. She makes the round of colleges and universities at prom time, but she really takes school work seriously. You may find her down at the Blue Room almost any afternoon after she has finished her little visit in IIS. forty-tFiree RALPH PRUCH Football Manager (2, 3, V4); Catalyse Club (2, 3, 4); Slide Rule Club (2, 3, Pres. 4); Archaeological Society (2, 3, Sec. and Treas. 4); Hi's Eye (3); Annual (Associate Ed. 4). Once a catalogue of scientific facts and figures, Ralph has lately drifted toward fairer fancies. This demon of the slide rule and manager of the football team cashes in on his journalistic talents in the summer on the Lake Hopatcong Breeze.” BETTY PY Cheer Leader (4); Mask and Mime (2, 3, 4); All Sports (2, 3, 4); Latin Club (2, 3); Senior Play Committee (4); Annual (4); Finance Committee (4). Betty, a loyal supporter of the Blue and White, lends assistance in many fields. Whether she is playing games, hunting for properties for plays, or doing one of those thankless yearbook jobs, she is her engaging cheerful self, insisting only on our distinguishing py from pyc. ED QUINN Baseball (2, 3, 4); Athletic Council (2); Football (3, W4); Track (4). This lanky end's ability to catch passes is exceeded only by his catching duties on the baseball team. As the mainstay of the Y.M.C.A. bowlers Ed proved his ability by rolling the highest score. His good nature and easy-going manners have made him popular with the class and the crowd at the ”Y” barn dances. ELEANOR REIER French Club (2, 3, 4); Red Cross (2, 3, 4); Forum (3. 4); Gym Program (3); Baseball (2). Eleanor, a member of the All-State Chorus for two years, divides her time between asking, Did you get your physics?” and receiving letters from the University of Maine. Definitely sophisticated. Eleanor is known for her snappy clothes and sense of humor, Leaving here, Eleanor will carry her talents to Middlebury. ROBERT REITINCER Latin Club (2); Catalyst Club (2, 3, 4); Forum (3. 4); Mask and Mime (3, 4); Senior Play Cast (4); Slide Rule Club (3. Sec.-Treas. 4); Golf Team (W3, 4). Bob rales high scholastically, wields a golf club purposefully, supports the Forum lustily, harbors the melodramatic in lus soul, and even warbles faintly(?) when he thinks he is alone. In Swarthmore College this able debater and masculine Latin enthusiast will prepare for law school. MARY LOUISE REYDEL Hockey (2); Baseball (2, 3); Mask and Mime (2, 3, 4); Latin Club (2, 3); Library Council (3); Spanish Club (4). Between plays, ”M. I...” one of our talented actresses, is very much in evidence. She is the girl with the giggle and the let’s-go-places policy. She loves skiing, shopping frequently in New York, Syracuse University, and Spaulding's. One hears her famous giggle while she hunts for some one not around. forty-four VANCE RICHARDSON Latin Club (2); Forum (3, 4); Junior Prom Committee (3); Catalyst Club (4); Slide Rule Club (4); Annual (Assistant Business Manager 4). Swamp Gal is a dic-lurd bachelor who is one of those persons who can't be kept away from that stuff called swing. If you want to know about physics or ping-pong, you have only to call on Swampy. He is a Swish” at all. BETTY ROBINSON Gym Program (3); Trench Club (3). Friendly brown eyes and a quiet pleasing manner win Betty many friends. She loves candy, and every lunchtime you'll find her tray laden with candy wrappers. Sunday nights she can be found entertaining her friends at her home. Although Betty is not athletic herself, she is one of our best fans, and is often found watching the girls play and admiring her sister’s ability. DONALD ROBINSON Band 14); Glee Club (4). Don seems to be perpetually happy. Although he is new to our school this year, he has already proven himself to be a fine fellow and one who is always willing to lend a helping hand when possible. Don is well known for his trumpet looting in the band and for always being late to Glee Club rehearsals. KAYEL ROGERS All Girls’ Sports (2, 3, 4); G. A. C. (2, 3, 4); Red Cross Council (2, 3, 4); Latin Club (3, 4); French Club (2); Academic Committee (2, 3); Forum (4). Student and athlete ar excellence is this popular member of our class. She is consul of the Latin Club and a tennis champion and divides her time between the Elizabeth Armory tennis courts and a black Pontiac. Kaycl is tops” to all who know her. DUMONT RUSH Choir (2, 3, 4); French Club (2, 3, 4); Catalyst Club (2); Band (2. T3, 4); Junior From Committee (3); Senior Play Chairman (Ticket Committee 4). Beating it out on the big brass drum or backing the chorus with his bass voice, Dumont’s support is indispensable. Unusual skill with the slide rule helps Dumont figure it out in physics. Everyone knows and welcomes his deep, searching glances and his genial smiles. HENRY SANDKAUT Hank is one of the worst cowboys in the school, but all the same he is an excellent fellow in his own way. Despite his many faults, he possesses a great many admirable qualities, one of the most important being sociability. With ability in graphic arts and in music, Henry is a talented fellow. On German Evening he served as an accompanist, acted in a sketch, and sang and danced. V forty-five ANN SATTERTHWAITE Mask and Mime (2, 3, Pres. 3, 4) ; Red Cross (3, 4); Christmas Pageant (2, 4); Senior Play Committee (4); G. A. C. (2, 3, 4); Junior Prom Committee (3). You've seen Ann, a slim and striking brunette who heads the class in popularity and dependability in all things. Annie’s” enviable reputation might be attributed to her willingness to go the second mile, or to her personality, best described as charming.” JEANNE SELLON Latin Club (2, 3): French Club (2, 3); Hockey (2, 3); Soccer (2); Art Club (3); Civic Committee (4); Senior Play Committee (4). It is Jeanne’s ambition to become an architect, and she is working faithfully toward her goal. She excels in mathematics. and it is impossible to find a course- that she hasn’t taken Outside of school she is carefree and fun-loving although she seems very quiet. RALPH SCHREIBER As Ralph has the law in his home, heat least, docs not stray from the straight and narrow path. Respect for the lass-helps him excel in Safe Driving. Mr. Thompson’s marks prove that Ralph is a s-ery able craftsman. Another side of his nature is revealed in his love of music. He is prominent in both band and orchestra. Loyalty to 1939 resulted in the above photograph. KATHRYN SHEILD French Club (2, 3); Latin Club (3, 4); Gym Program (2, 3, 4). Kotch,” as her intimate friends call her, is a typical jitterbug. She is sure to be seen racing through the halls after the last bell has rung to honor Mr. Allen with her presence. This mischievous sprite is a tease especially active in tormenting male practice teachers. It is said that Kotch dreams in English Class of interests in neigh- ANNE SCOTT Girls’ Sports (2, 3, 4); Latin Club (4); French Club (3, 4); Wcat M-r Vane (2, 3); Mask and Mime (3, 4); G. A. C. (4); S. A. T. Drive (2. 3. 4). Vitality and loquacity Scotty.” A smile, a laugh, a cheery hello—who could forget the girl who surpasses in happiness, interest in sports, and a flow of clutter. She breezes along, looking like a Teddy bear in those fuzzy sweaters. Enthusiasm and capability characterize Scotty.” SYLVIA SHELLENBERCER French Club (2, 3, 4); Rand (2, 3, 4); Photoplay Club (4); Forum (4). Silly is one of the loyal looters of the high school band. We understand Sylvia enjoys having her clarinet fixed almost as much as playing it. Outside of school, this curly-headed senior is a camera and sailing fan, and holds a f. nd spot in her heart for Big Boy.” Yh n ’ Silly is behind the wheel, Public Beware! forty-six CLARK SHOTWELL Athletic Council (2); Spanish Club (2. 3); Baseball (2, 3, 4); Football (3). Coach Duncan’s eyes popped out of his head when this agreeable little fellow reported for football practice. Indeed, there wasn’t a suit to fit him. Clark has been active in a number of fields, but music and athletics interest him most. He has a passion for second hand cars and ought to meet Charles Garrison. JULIA SISTO Five feet tall, slim and neat, Julia is a girl well liked by all. Although she appears to be rather quiet, her friends enjoy her incessant giggle and her witty remarks. Exploring hospitals is one of her hobbies, for this ambitious miss desires to become a nurse. She also loves to visit New York with her friends to sec the various sights. We all wish her success in the future. RUTH SILLS Hockey (2, 3, 4); Mask and Mime (2, 3, 4); Spanish Club (2, 3); Basketball (3, 4); Athletic Council (2); Baseball (2). Rut hie, possessor of those appealing blue eyes, is the half-pint with the full sized personality. Small as she is, she’s a big help to class athletic teams and is one of our most dependable cheer leaders. Vacationing in sunny Florida half of the school year, is our idea of bliss. JOYCE SINCLAIR French Club (2); Basketball (2); Soccer (2, 3); Hockey (2, 3, 4); Red Cross (2, 3. 4); Baseball (2); Mask and Mime (3, 4). Joy” is a suitable nickname for this personality-plus girl with the delectable giggle and infectious laughter. This plump white bunny of Senior Day possesses marked ability for making and keeping friends, and cheers up any gathering. She wears bows in her hair, but her favorite beau is at Fordham. LUCILE SLOCUM G. A. C. (2); French (2. 3, 4); Red Cross (2, 3, 4); Hockey (2, 3); Soccer (2, 3); Gym Program (3, 4); Mask and Mime (3, 4). Who could say enough about loyal little Lu? A peppy personality and proved popularity are her chief assets with big brown eyes and adept fingers as runners up. This mite-sized worker, besides solving her own problems, spends much time helping other Camps in distress. BETTY SMITH Outwardly taciturn, once her shell of reserve is broken Betty is seen to be as vivacious as any Southern girl can be. Her smiling eyes arc proof of her grand sense of humor. Although she has been with us for only a year, for she came to Westfield from Washington. D. C., everyone knows and likes her for her friendliness and her steadfastness. Have you noticed her crop of feather curls? forty-seven CLIFFORD SMITH Biology Club (2); Catalyst Club (4); Correspondence Committee (4); Slide Rule Club (4); Forum (4); All-State Orchestra (4). Cliff bails from the wild and woolly West where men go to Purdue and women like salt water taffy. He was a member of the All-State Orchestra last fall and blows a clarinet in our own musical department. Cliff’s goal is electrical engineering, and his special flair, the sciences. KATHERINE SMITH French Club (2, 3, 4); G. A. C. (2); Basketball (2); Academic Committee (3); Civic Committee (4); Modern Dance Club (3, 4); Senior Play Committee (4). A fine student, loyal follower, devotee of the arts, and proud possessor of many friends is Kitty. Because she displays a grand sense of humor along with her ability to join in and help, we pass on to Wellesley College a fine all-around girl. WILLIAM SMITH Swimming (2, 4); French Club (2, 4); Golf (3); Slide Rule Club (4); Catalyst Club (4). Nicknamed by his classmates, Wild Woolly Smith, Bill is one of the witty members of the senior class. He hails from Oshawa, Ontario, and is one of the best hockey players of Westfield High. Bill is one of the stubborn type and swears if Dartmouth won’t take him no other college will get him. EDWARD SOSMAN French Club (2, 3, 4); Tennis (2, 3); German Evening (2); Academic Committee (4); Slide Rule Club (4). Ed is undisputed class expert on trolley cars, and finds only junior competition in his extensive knowledge of weather maps. A steady and capable worker, he gives evidence of a plentiful supply of gray matter beneath that electrified shock of brown hair. His inseparable companions arc Sutton and Jarvis. WESLEY STAHL German Evening (2); German Club (3, 4); Track (3, 4); Catalyst Club (3, 4); Slide Rule Club (3, 4); Tennis (3); Finance Committee (4). Wes” is a very conservative individual whose passions arc Fred Allen, chemistry, photography, and early morning fishing; but shining that big Buick Century takes most of his time. Many of us consider this quiet, well-liked would-be engineer as the best dressed boy of our class. ELEFTERIOS STAVROS Spending most of his after school time in the dry-cleaning business, Lefty” might be said to know it from collar to cult. Lefty” has an exceptionally high scholastic rating and ranks equally high with his friends. Although he has been in this country long enough to be thoroughly acquainted with the surrounding countryside, it has been rumored that Lefty” still needs a map to get out of Surprise Lake. forty-eight HELLYN STEFFEN Art Committee (4); Junior Historical Society 4). It you hear a guitar faintly scrumming. it's a clue to the path that leads to 1 Icilyn. Union and New Brunswick L)c Molay boys seem to know that route well. Besides Hcllyn’s out-of-town friends, she has many others among the students and faculty, particularly those who work with her in the art room or during the festivities of German livening. JACK STELLINC Archaeological Society (2, � , 4 ; Senior Play Committee (4); Annual (4); Golf (4). Besides being class artist, comedian, and bowling champ, lack finds lime to Iv one l the Do Molay’s active members. Headed for an advertising career via Louisiana State, he is famous locally for los original poster and lampshade creations. When missing from the gang,” lack may he found in a «)tiict corner enjoying the view. YVONNE STERLINC brench ( lub (2. 3 i; Mixed horus 2. 3, 4); Latin Club (2); Music Festival (2, 3, 4). A pleasant personality, sweet disposition, and lovely voice make Yvonne the envy of many senior girls. Though spending most of her time upon music, she also enjoys hiking, swimming, and skating. We are proud to have tins lyric soprano as a member of our class, and we wish her luck in her aim for the Met. CHARLES STIRRUP Red Cross Council (3); Student At tivitics Committee (3); Forum (4); Senior Play Ticket Committee (4). Though Charles is a reliable and conscientious student, we might easily predict for him a future in prison. His interest in the failings of society, which has already led to a senior essay on prison reform, might eventually bring him into service as a warden. Whatever his choice, Charles’ unusual accuracy in bookkeeping will help. jOSEPHINE STRACUZZI Tennis (2); Typing Club (4). Josephine, who can speak Spanish as well as English, has a large collection of pictures of movie stars. During her spare moments. Jo sews and crochets beautifully. She also enjoys playing a good game of baseball, or any other sport for that matter. She is a hardworking student, especially in history. Jo likes to sec people happy and docs her best to make them so. ROBERT SUTTON Forum (2, 3, 41; Tennis (2. 3. 4); Catalyst Club (2. 3, 4). Bob is noted everywhere for his unaffected grin. As treasurer of the forum. he has harangued in assemblies on several occasions Concerning American problems. Since Bob has recently come of age, seventeen, his greatest ambition, learning to drive a car, has been fulfilled. Next we shall probably find him struggling at some college to become a chemical engineer. forty-nine CEORCE SWALLOW Vice President (2); Ring Committee (2, 3. 4); French Club (2, 3); Glee Club (2, 3, 4); Biology Club (2); Tennis (3); Class Treasurer (4); Senior Play (4). Who rides a two-wheeled special, plaid scarf flying, and a string of feminine hearts trailing behind? The boy with the splendid bass voice and shining bass tuba. George Swallow is the name, and one of his Inst qualities is his modesty concerning his super-intelligence. DACMAR SWENSON French Club (2, 3, 4); Mask and Mime Club (2); Senior Play Ticket Committee (4). Dagmar, a typical pink and white blende, is always ready to lend a helping hand. One of Mr. Gesner’s protegees, she is a good student and a willing worker. Dagmar has many friends because of her dependability and cheery disposition. It is a known fact that her biology marks arc the envy of her class. BEATRICE TERHUNE Mask and Mime (2, 3. 4); library Council (2. 3, Secretary 4); Spanish Club (3); Senior Play Committee (4); Christmas Pageant (3); Civic Committee (4). Bee is an unusually sweet and pretty girl; so the boys certainly buz about her. She has been a faithful member of the Library Council. Most of the pretty dresses we see Bee wearing are her own handiwork, for she excels in dressmaking and design. PAUL TERHUNE Jeep is a lover of the great outdoors; so he often takes his two wonderful dogs and goes hunting or fishing. Perhaps this is the reason we sec so little of him in the fall. A favorite indoor game of his is ping-pong, in which he excels. In school, pink-cheeked Paul is not the quiet type, and he usually has something to do with the noises heard in assembly. CHARLES TAYLOR French Club (2, 3); Academic Committee (2); Spanish Club (3); Catalyst Club (3). Charles, although he has an after school job which takes up most of his time, is very active in school activities. A quiet, studious fellow, he is well fitted to succeed in life. His reticence acts as a cover for his genuine wittiness which bursts forth at unexpected moments. Charles is also an excellent skater. KENNETH TERRY This tall, dark, silent senior looks very handsome in his dashing yellow sweater. Like many another good-looking chap, he pretends to be a woman-hater and devotes much time and attention to the Arrow Club of which he is a prominent member. Secretly he is a lover of flowers, his favorite being the Violet. One of the nicknames given him by his friends is Terry the Pirate. What docs it signify? fifty JACK TEW Football 2. 3); Forum (2); Ireneli Club (2): Track (2. 3, 4); Community Fair Committee (4). Tarzan Tew plans to take up forestry at the University of Maine before realizing his ambition of a trip to Alaska. Why this attractive curly-headed quarter-miler should care to leave Westfield is more than a host of feminine admirers can see. Yet Jack has 3000 miles of hitchhiking to his credit now. ROBERT THOMAS German Evening (2, 3, 4); Football (3); Track (3). Quiet but a lot of fun. Bob. with his outstanding blue foreign car. is always in full sight about the school. Good in academic pursuits, he also participates in a few of the school sports. This year, as a participant in the German Evening, he assumed the role of a judge in a short sketch which was presented very effectively. CEORCE THOMAS Collectors' Club (2. 4); French Club (3); Archaeological Society (4); Swimming (4); Track (4). Most teachers have twin trouble when they meet the Thomas boys. Definitely an outdoor good looking man. George delights in spending weekends camping. One of the few natural scientists in school, he goes places with the Bird Club. In the band George toots a clarinet; in the tank he is a handy man. WALTER THOMAS Football 2, 3); Swimming (2, 3); Mixed Chorus (2); Track (3). W alt is one of the roving reporters of the great Hi's and is also an ardent participant in football, swimming, and track. A very popular fellow at the Y and ever ready with a smile, lie is always prepared to work when asked for help. Walt's best friend is Ins huge St. Bernard, a dog friendly to everyone. MARSHALL THOMAS Biology Club (21; Latin (dub (2); Track i 2. 3); French ( luh (3); Archaeology Club (3, 4); Football (3). Marshall, who is often called George, is quite a witty chap, and groups of friends seem to collect at his house to obtain some inside information about the homework projects. Mac, as we sometimes call him. goes out for football and track, and docs his part in putting Westfield on top. GENE THOMPSON French Club (2); Junior Band (2); Forum (4). Gene, a versatile and gracious person, always has a smile for everyone. Her vivacity, charm, and candor make her a good friend. Her ambitious nature will certainly rejp bounties for her, and she can look ahead to her years at Howard University with every promise of success. An enthusiastic worker. Gene enjoys doing everything, even making hydrogen sulfide. JANET THOMPSON French Club (2, 5. 4); Hockey (2, 3. 4); Ma$k and Mime Club (2. 3); Gym Program (3); l ibrary Council (3); G. A. C. (4). If you hear a hearty hi and sec a beaming smile, it'll surely be Tommy.” Her interests vary from participating in sports to being the vice-president of the Senior Girl Reserves. We'll always remember Janet for her attractive appearance, scholastic record, wonderful personality, and her numerous masculine admirers. EDWIN TOSTEVIN Baseball (2, 3, 4)- Football (3, W4); Hi's liyr (4); Athletic Council (4); Art Club (3). F.d is a hard-muscled, athletic boy who was one of the football men of W. 11. S. This excellent skater is ethusiastic about swing music; and not being a very quiet chap, he manages to stay in trouble. Ed left our school this year for parts unknown, and has been rated a tough guy by his classmates. ROBERT THOMSON Typing Club 2, 3, 4); Weather Vane (3, 4); Annual (4); Chairman Senior Play Committee (4). Bob is that very energetic Scotch lad who types our Weather Vanes. He is a commercial student who is certain to be j success. He is one of the leading members of the Y” and is one of the best ping-pong players there. His likable nature has won him a host of good friends. JANE TOWNLEY Mask and Mime (2, 3); Latin Club (2,3,4); Academic Committee (2 3, 4); Basketball (3); Hockey (3. 4); Mixed Chorus (3). |anc, our dashing musketeer, is a peppy individual who loves music dearly. A member of the band, she plays the clarinet. When at social affairs, Jane wins many friends by her ability as a conversationalist and her success in putting people at case. Interested in athletics, Jane likes hockey particularly. BOB TICHENOR French Club (2, 3); Spanish Club (2, 3, Pres. 4); Cheer Squad (2, 3, 4); Mask and Mime (3, 4). Spruce-looking Tick” one of our very attractive senior lady killers, is known for bis ability to study and produce fine results. A dynamic cheer leader, he added fun and spirit to our fall football games. Bob attacks work and recreation with ambition and determination, though we should hesitate to call him Ruthless.” WILLIAM URCUIOLI Baseball (2, 3); Basketball (2, 3, 4). Babe is a quiet, bashful, and studious fellow; and although he is seldom talked about, he has nevertheless been very ictivc. On the basketball court, be is known as Dead-eye,” and on the baseball field as a hitter. His teachers all admire him, and all who come into contact with him cannot help doing the same. As a student also he is above average. fifty-two EFFIE VACELOS Red Cross Council (2); Student Activity Committee (2, 3, 4); Academic Committee (J, 4). Effic is that tiny girl with long hair braided around her head. Often seen in the typing room after school, she has achieved the distinct feat of typing seventy-five words a minute. She is a very efficient worker; so although she is a busy saleslady in the Westfield Sweet Shoppe, her grades are all above average. MARY JANE VIVIAN French Club (4); Correspondence Committee (4). A newcomer to W. H. S., Mary Jane has shown us what fine work Westerners can do; and in spite of the difficulty of getting acquainted, she has made numerous friends. Her interest in swimming, basketball, and horsemanship and her helpful manner have made it clear that a town in Illinois was thrown for a loss and that Westfield is the winner. BARBARA VAIDEN French Club (2, 3, 4); Red Cross (2. . 4); Mask and Mime ($� 0 X jtbcr Vjii. (2); Girls’ Sports (2, 3. 4). Our popular class dancer will go tar on her tiny feet, and already has shown us genuine artistic talent plus clever scribbling in book covers. E'en though the cheerful center of many PPOSSWWAVHS gatherings, Bobby determinedly worries over nothing and will s. meday become thin enough to stop counting her calorics. ALLAN VLIET Football (4); Indoor Track (4i; Forum (4); Annual (4); Outdoor Track (4); Senior Day Committee (4). Although new to Westfield this year, Allan has made many friends through participation in sports. In football lie played a backficld position and in track he ran the half-mile. However, his favorite sport is baseball, particularly softball. Talented at pencil portraits, his favorite subject is one of W.H.S s cutest blondes. )EAN VAN DEVENTER French Club (2. 3); Latin Club (2); Civic Committee (4); Academic Committee (3); Tennis (2. 3, 4); Fencing (3. 4j; Senior Play Committee (4). A lively brain and an appreciative laugh make Jean’s conversation shine m the true Dale Carnegie style—that of the intelligent listener. Her vivid portrayal in the French melodrama shows what she can give. Records prove the capability which Jean would be too modest to admit. RICHARD WADSWORTH God’s gilt to the sophomores seems to be more interested in seniors and pedigreed Plainfielders” than in the youngest of the local talent. His supercharged Graham car often is seen gliding about town with some, or many, of the lucky ones. It is said that at Blair Academy he adopted those svell-cut clothes that go well with a perfect profile. Dark, sophisticated, and very handsome describes Westfield’s own Casanova. fifty-three DORIS WAETERLINC Mixed Chorus (2, ', 4); Hi's Eye (2, 3); Spanish Club (3); Glee Club (4); Library Council (4). l.Vris is known as having the knack of always saying the right thing at the right time. She likes to read and is one of the Three Musketeers who arc so often seen riding around in that smooth” black Dodge. W c hear that this reserved senior can Blair-ly wait for week-ends to come around. DEE WALKER Weather Vane (2, 3, 4); Mask and Mime (2, 3. 4); Ili’s Eye Editor (3. 4); French Club (3); Literary Club (4); Senior Flay Committee (4). We predict a brilliant future in journalism for our gypsy editor. If it isn't in her palm, it's somewhere in that little black notebook. Her sparkling sense of humor won't hinder Dec next year at Louisiana State, for she's clever at capitalizing on it in assignments. HOWARD WALKER French Club (2, 3); Basketball (2, 3, 4); Football (3); Baseball (2, 3); Red Cross Council 4); Senior Play Ticket Committee Chairman (4). Howard, one of the brain trust of our class, received letters in basketball and baseball as well as coveted A's. Howard also plays the clarinet in the band. For a good time and plenty of laughs, hang around with Stretch for a while. MARIAN WARNE Marian’s friends admire the novel ways she discovers of arranging her hair. Tall and attractive, this girl enjoys speaking and everyone likes to hear her rapid talk. Despite her lack of participation in after-school activities because of outside duties. Marian finds enjoyment in attending the movies, visiting her numerous friends in Linden and Fli abcth, and reading good books. She has also achieved the distinctive feat of preparing complete, delicious meals. ROBERT WAUGH Indoor Track (2, Y'3, W4); Outdoor Track (2, W3, W4); Archaeological Society (2, Secretary-Treasurer 3, Vice-President 4). Wooscy, a versatile man on the track team, can run a fast quarter-mile, half-mile, or mile. He is anchor-man of W. H. S.'s invincible mile relay team. A particular joy is his new Ford sedan which is one of the community buses between high school and field house. He is actively interested in the Archaeological Society. SHEENA WEBSTER Class Secretary (2); All Girls' Sports (2, 3, 4); G. A. C. (2, 3); Senior Play Cast (4); French Club (2. 3, 4); Music Festival (2, 3); Band (2, 3); Forum (4). Got the keys, Shcena?” is the greeting of her friends at noontime. This bonmc Scotch lass is an excellent leader and follower, as is shown by her Girl Reserve presidency and her cooperation in sports. Her week-end interests vary from aviation to riding. fifty-four RICHARD WEIDEMIRE Swimming Team Manager (2, 3, 4); Football (3). Dick” is tlut unusually witty lad wl� . always wears a smile (though it is usually just to cover up one of his numerous practical jokes). He is always ready for a good argument and we hear that he usually gets in the last word. We all envy the high marks that he seems to earn with so little trfforr. WILLIAM WEILAND Football (2, 3, 4); Track (3, 4). Bill (alias Charles Atlas or Brute ) W’eiland breaks weight lilting records and bones with equal ease and uncon cent. These frequent injuries have kept him front earning athletic asvards in track and football. With an expression alternately bored and unbelievably cherubic. Bill allows himself to be confined in school ten months ol the year, until summer brings welcome camping expeditions in the mountains HARRIET WHITAKER Mask and Mime (2, 3); Red Cross Council (2, 3, 4); Music Festival (2, 3, 4); French Club (2. 3); Catalyst Club (4); Senior Flay Committee (4); Girls Spoils (2, 3. 4). I larriet will lx- remembered as an efficient Senior Basketball Captain and an excellent artist. She enjoys horseback ruling and sings beautifully. I larriet is an active member of the French Club, l iking to help others, she intends to study nursing as a career. Good luck, Harriet! FRANK WHITNEY Since Frank’s Juliet left for Arlington, Virginia, he has joined the crazier set of the school. One can always tell when he is about to go to visit her by the fact that he is clean shaven. I Ie is also one of our sharpie dressers as one can readily see by looking at his justly famous and dazzling pink shirt and yellow' plaid tie. He. too. is an excellent shagger. DORIS WHITTAKER Mask and Mime Club (2, 4); Tennis (2, 4); Civic Committee (4); Senior Flay Committee (4). Her petite blondeness, her elfin grin, and her stylish wardrobe reveal Whit” as the striking personality that she is. Outstanding are her fine sense of humor and her quick repartee for which we envy her. Doris is loads of fun in any company but finds that of admiring West Pointers the most exhilarating. HENRY WIDTH Academic Committee (2, 3); Civic-Education Chairman (3). Is he here tt day?” This is the question that is the most often heard when anyone is discussing Farmer,” for he is temperamental about Ins coming to school. His Senior Day costume was very appropriate for one with Henry’s nickname. Incidentally Henry’s family came from the same town in Norway as Fdith Eido’s and has traveled very widely indeed. fifty-five MURIEL WILHELM Mask and Miinc (2, 3); Mixed ( horus (2, 3, 4); French Club (3, 4); Catalyst Club (4); Senior Play Committee (4); Girls' Sports (2, 3, 4). This charming, unostentatious girl is one of the smallest of the Seniors. A willing and efficient worker, Muriel will always be remembered for her wonderful talent in dancing, and for her glorious voice and love of music as shown in her participation in the mixed chorus. ARCHIE WILLIAMS Forum (2, 3); Red Cross Council (3. 4); Class Treasurer (3); Golf (3); Slide Rule Club (4); Annual (Assistant Business Manager 4). Archie, one of our foremost lovers of swing bands, likes to write about the dangers of driving the family jalopy. Besides this, Archie is the tall, dark and handsome golf enthusiast, and his prowess in being a good budget balancer has been shown by his good work as class treasurer. RUTH WILLIS French Club (2, 3); Red Cross Council (2, 3, 4); Mask and Mime (3, 4); Spanish Club (Secretary 4); Junior Prrm Committee (3); Senior Play Committee (4). Winter vacations in Florida and summers at the Shack keep Ruth in a state of perpetual tan which well becomes her sleek sophisticated appearance. This popular senior with the diminutive waistline is also the possessor of artistic talents which give her school projects a superior neatness. CLEN WILSON Football (2, 3); Spanish Club (2); Track (3, 4); Radio Club (3); Athletic Council (4). A curly-headed track star, Glen is known for his cheerful smile and classroom wit. Seldom if ever defeated in an argument, he nevertheless, enjoys popularity among his classmates. Already an adept cliff-climber, Glen has more recently turned to barn dancing. Despite his numerous outside activities, Glen finds time to keep up his marks. AUCUST WILLIAMS Intramural Basketball (2); Outdoor Track (2). August, who also has a keen interest in chemistry and bacteriology, was at the head of his class in biology. Farming is his hobby. While other boys arc passing their time with sports and other amusements, August can be found digging in the garden. Liked by all who know him, August is a good friend and a willing worker. JUNE WOOD French Club (2, 3, 4); Mask and Mime (Council 3 and 4); Red Cross Council (3, 4); Finance Committee (4); Hockey (2, 3, Manager 4); Christmas Play (3). A charming fastidious, well-poised girl is June, one of our younecst classmates Studious, athletic June relaxes on Sunday afternoons when she takes her spaniel, Dinah, for a stroll. A collection of beautiful, hand-knit sweaters will go on view at Connecticut College when June arrives there. fifty-six STEPHEN WOODRUFF Forum (Vicc-Pres. 2, Pres. 3, -4): Latin Club (2); Catalyse Club (3); Track (2, 3. 4); Senior Play (4); Mixed Chorus (4). Tall, attractive, and intelligent is this boy with the moth-eaten butch. His ability both as controversialist and as cook has been proved in the numerous meetings of the Forum. Steve is also renowned for his accurate work in the physics laboratory and his enthusiastic support of the Slide Rule Club. TOM YOUNC Collectors’ Club (2); Outdoor Track (2, 3. ’4); Football (3, 4); Archaeological Society (4). Smiling, good-natured Tom is known in V. H. S. for his contributions in sports. His track friends remember him as the half-miler with a terrific sprint. For two years he has also played end in football. Tom is often seen behind the wheel of his Ford roadster, toting a crowd to the field house. HELEN WORTH Dark, wide-eyed Helen has a good sense of humor and is always ready to laugh at anyone’s joke. She enjoys sports, especially sleigh-riding on an ironing board, but most of her exercise is taken in slow motion. Most of her leisure time is spent either at roller skating rinks or at the movies. She is well liked by friends at school and makes a hit in her father’s ice cream parlor. SAL ZOLLO Athletic Council (2, Pres. 4); Football 2, 3. VT4); Basketball (2, 3. VC'4); Baseball (2, 3. 4). Everyone remembers Sal, our diminutive basketball captain, on the gridiron last fall, on the court last winter, and on the diamond this spring. He appears on the assembly platform, too. He has brains, shown by his studies and his job as quarterback. Quiet but friendly, ’Flatty” has the push and personality that bring him success. fifty-seven CLASS B. Silberg, H Craves, J. Briggs, H. Courtney, F. Baumann, j. Patterson, C. Tremaine, R. Ceist, ). Crawford, H Amory, B. Berryman, D Pringle. R, Partenheimer, W. Fergeson, S McElroy, ). Weed, R. Murray, H. Louns-berry, E, Long, E. Rohrbaugh, G Lengnick. ). Hopkins, ). Phillips. B. Egert, R. Dinzl, C Kinds, W Taylor, D. Williams, R Schwarz, E. Hall, R. Peden, W, Evans, W Wmegar, A Coodal. D. Thomas R. Crow, P. Fitzgerald, B. Stuart. C. Tifft, W, Thompson, W. Houts. W Peden, J. Flynn, A. Flynn, R. Bryant. L. DuPuy, R. Purvis. B Patterson, M Scheck, C. Carr, A. Burnes, E. Morton, E. Cebler, D. Bense. j Loebman. D. Newton, E. Hargraves, H West. J. Maxwell, P. Coding, S. West, S. Herring, E. Johansen, R. Dawson, A Cunningham, D. Marsh, C Grady, C. Smith, R Beekman, J. Richards, P Crosby. R. Carlson, A Hand, E. Haysman, S. Haynes, K. Richter, E, Wallace, S. Peniston, M. Goodman, B. Thomas, M. McMillen, D Williams. E. Walton, B. Hall, J. Wissert, K Reed. ). Lever. B. Clark. M. Skelly, J. Horner, D. Paulin, L. Spalding, M. Beard, M. Pollock, j. Conrad, L. Kozak, F. Yanuzzi, J. Cockley, K, Rothery, Mae Hutchinson, P Livingston. D. Vandenburg, B. Halstead, F Drake. L. Smith, F. Di Francisco, J. Cameron, B Pilling, L. Cordon, C Payne, S. Stocker, C. Beyers. B MacCormack, R. Berry, C. Collins. J Mack, L. Johnston, B Mills. E. Hartvigsen, A. Eckhart, S. Holden, C. Knight, C. Hulings, D Best, E. Chatfield. fifty-eight E Reschke. ). Mannino, I. Lifshitz, S. Mazza, E Coles. W. Gutknecht. C. Brown, S. Clark, N. Bingham, W, Gavin, D. Feliciello, W. Atamantyk, R. Engesser, ). Brown. W. Graham. M. Atkinson. N Zeitelhack. F. Brehm. J. Tandy. W. Schafer, H. Brown. H. Heps, J. Hil-ferty, E. Glenn, J, Hansen, |. Hegeman. A. Cartter, B. Collins. W Kelly, A. Connellee. M. Glover, S. Reise, R. Carroll. B. Sargeant, J. Mannino. J, Preveti, R. Blanchard. D. Ericksen, R Lushear. F. Filsinger, E. Bedell, D. Murray, 0 Piesco. A Salo-mone, M. Pierson, ]. Hudson. J Atkins, I Blount, E Luptak. M. Bianco, M. Crocco, R. Colmer, P. Cardillo, I, Vagelos. J. Tosto, J. Stauffer. M. Gates, L Bedell. M Humphry, M Hall. E. Sanger, L. Preckwinkle, F Pratt. J Baylis, V. Harrison, E. Hilferty, S. Marden, C. Pultz, B. Barnum. J Manning. M. O'Neal, E. judson, J. Bell, J Clark, C. Gill. J. Sortore, L. Herrick. D Bagger, A. Jacobs, ]. Marks. P. Clark. D Boake. P Yannuzzi, D Weed. R. Klekamp, H. Brown, B Brunner, E. Cranch, B Bowen. C. Shropshire. ♦ fifty-nine JUNIOR CLASS OFFICERS President .... George Collins Vice-President . . . Richard Berry Secretary . . Marjorie Oneal Treasurer .... James Manning LOCKER ROOM STUDY HALL CORRIDOR sixty BROWN'S POND SOPHOMORE CLASS OFFICERS President .... Walter Brown Vice-President . . . James Wilson Secretary.............Dan Williams Treasurer...............Jack Rogers sixty-one CLASS R. Michaelis. R. Yanuzzi, W. Hebler. R Hanna, W. Stamm, B. Hargan, B. Ingram, R. Ingraham, G Egert. F Hewitt. H. Epstein, H Gordon. W. Evert, K. Boettger, F. Epps, J. Bacon, R. Heckenkamp, F. (ones, R. LaClair. S. Markwell, L. Crickenberger, J. Lee, C Eason, A. Knauer, L. Littleton, W. Lewis, D. Tomblen, J. Rising, L. Ryer, K. Harvey. W. Shannon, R. Ley, J. Wilcox, H. Zwemer, B. McDonald. R. Matthern, E. Wittke, R. Hargrave. V. Mason, ). Zollo, R Tuorto, K Uhrenholdt, R. Harris, G. Sandkaut, J. Kane, W. Peek. A Guibord, S. Perry. R. Calkins. C Robinson, E. Easterbrooks, M Weppler, C Emmons. B Tew. C. Robinson, B. Tomlins. B. Wilson, j. Collins, L. Barranco, A. Taylor, S. Taylor, ). Thompson, R. Dempsey. j. Carter, D. Lever, N. Estwick, M. Jenkins, B. Mitchell, P. Husson, S. Auster, J. Preston. G Mullen, B. Luessenhop, M. Bailey, M. Fetzer, E, Evert. E. Little, M. Beattys. R. Carter, B. Robinson, P Morton, D. Darling, V. Kelcey, R. Harkrader. A. Bohl, L Beardslee, F. Loesch. B. Mason, B. Murray, E. Elmer, B Bryan, B. Walker, C. Henry. M. Parker. B Larden, B. Rowan. R. Hefele, D Casana, F Brunnetto, M. Avery, ). McManigal, H. Leon, C. Dean, R. Barker, J. Bull, E. Leet, N. Byck, D Williams, ). Wilson, R. Perry, B. Nelson, W. Bohannon, D. Struble, R. Hohen-stein, H. Clark, W. Gardner, T. Cooper, C. Corbett, W. Bowden, C. Gibbs, T. Sengstack. sixty-two OF 1941 D Comellier. E Thomas. D Hinterleitner, C Breitfeller, A Hingle, R. Breslin, W. Becker, J Hahn. S. Villa. D, Ewing, R. Dello Russo. N. Tuorto. A. Ebersole. ). Donahue. M Corduan. F Hill, R. Stalknecht, H. Hint, ) Leach, L. Bornkessel, R. Palhof, C. Dean. R. Thompson, W. Howarth. J. Ennis. E Peterson. N Ley, T LaRoe. R Butcher, H Wahl. R. Ziegler. H Miller. C. Brown, R. Naething, C. Wilson. ). Sellon, R. Hewison. D. Ponturo, A. Vigilante. E Fromm. F Irving, S. Rush, W. Coon, F. Tostevin, H. Haslam. R. Rost, E. Mudra, H Holcomb. H. Ogburn ) Marks. ) Clark, A Steinbach, A Nealy, ), Cowie, C. Closterman, F Browning, N. Howard. E Van Leuven, N. Fletcher, J. McCarthy. B Sherman, E. Anderson. B. Barnes, H Schultz, B Britton. M Bacon. R. McMichael, V. Voorhees, D Townley, D Ross. M. Hunter, B. Nicholson, ). Barrett. ). Ehlen, R. Hyslip. J. Stewart, B. Aitchison. S. Magzen, B. Carlton, J. Schaefer, A. Porst, J Singer. M. Stokes. C. Murphy. B Paine. H. Tucker, E Hardie, ). Wheelwright, M Williams. B Holden. D Porlier, H Heiser, E. Marsh, B Wolfs, ). Schwartz. N Bass, V. Mulford. C. Hanna. M Good, V Angell, V Holmes, B Fowler R. Mowery, M. Mehle. M. Bonsall, D. Givan, M. Bonsall, M. Roff, G. Chamberlain. J. Reynolds, J. Clark, G. Wolff, B. Watrous W. Brown. J. Rogers. D McEvoy. R. Carter, M Clapp, G. Galizia. M. Dodds. M Isoldi, N. Santacroce, P Petruzell, L. Hach, M McConnigal, E. Loebman. | Dens, B. Preussel, M. Herder, M. Boxill. H Wydler. V. Oliveri, E. Hohenstein, P Anderson. E. Achterman, J Graves J Cunningham, F. Yarusi, R. Simone, T. Colapietro, A. Alvanos. A Evans. sixty-three 2. vpa i ndinoto nd, ti fufc ii t rrtioht dm(jJcjt- l ridijiddiMiliu on lo modi up d ojj diamctido unth vomd mhmti {DhaltAM tlui UtjMMj, cinematiccam- tip: on npfuio'ical wt hcuut a dal; fold i C WEATHER VANE ANNUAL Once more an annual has been successfully edited by an inexperienced staff. To fill the important office of editor-in-chief, the class divided their votes between Margaret Avery and Bill Lowe. It was decided, therefore, to have co-editors. Eileen Mundt, Norma Nelson, Margaret Dean, and Ralph Prugh were chosen assistant editors. Bill Howard was elected business manager, while Archie Williams and Vance Richardson were named his assistants. Upon the shoulders of Barbara Clark fell the responsibility for most of the art work, although Bob Polhemus and Lucille Johnson helped her. To the old stand-bys, Dinzl and Egert, and to newly-discovered photographic experts. Miriam Avery and Robert Partenheimer, goes the credit for the attractive snapshots peppered throughout the book. Edythe Bell and Bob Thomson, assisted by a committee of five, typed the book. Philip Launer, Roger Anderson, and Claire Peterson compiled statistics. Sylvia Klion, Katharine Smith. Marilyn Ambrose, Ann Satter-thwaite, June Wood, and Jane Townley revised the write-ups into satisfactorily flattering paragraphs. Betty Py, Peggy Addicks, Kayel Rogers, Allan Vliet, Fred Doerrer, Bill Lyman, Harry Cornwall, and a great many others volunteered their services in various ways. We owe our deepest gratitude to Miss Bordner and Miss Howard for their advice and inspiration and to Margaret Avery and Bill Lowe for their brilliant work Mr ) J. McCutcheon of Elizabeth was our official photographer and deserves praise for his fine work and friendly co-operation. sixty-six WEATHER VANE Edited by Marjorie Auster, who was ably assisted by Lena Cowie and Emilia Luptak, the Weather Vane had a most successful year and received first place in the annual contest conducted by the Columbia Scholastic Press Association. Three attractive issues of the magazine were published. Their effective covers were designed by Lena Cowie. Barbara Clark, and Marylee Pollock As there was no school time allotted for the magazine meetings, most of the work was done after school and on Saturdays by committees, although several monthly meetings were called for special programs, announcements, or instructions. Lessons in proof reading were given to five sophomore boys who became quite expert and were made responsible for the technical perfection of the spring issue. In March, Lena Cowie, Emilia Luptak, Frances Loesch, Allan Cook, Bryce MacDonald, and Bill Peck, accompanied by Miss Bordner, attended the Columbia Scholastic Press Convention Following the convention, the staff enjoyed a party celebrating the fifteenth entry of the magazine in the contest. On May 10 Miss Bordner and Lena Cowie attended the spring meeting of the Central Jersey Press Association at Highland Park High School. Next year the advisers, Miss Dolores W. Bordner and Miss Harriet Howard, intend to aim for medalist rating Achievement of this honor requires careful planning and superior layout and typography in addition to the use of first class magazine English. Weekly meetings will be held. sixty-seven COLLECTORS’ CLUB The Collectors' Club, which is one of the oldest organizations in the school, is under the direction of Miss Olive Hammell, who is herself a collector of stamps, coins, and cameos. As the club was formed for the benefit of those who accumulate anything and everything, the only requirement for membership is the desire to collect The collections of present members range from worthless match covers to valuable stamps. Some of the unusual collections are spoons, cameos, pottery, cartoons, coins, popular artists, jokers from decks of playing cards, and sport cards. A stamp collection of some sort is owned by nearly every member of the club. This year the club was entertained by several interesting speakers, one of whom was Mr. Charles A Philhower, who gave an interesting talk on his stamp collection. At the meetings on the second Tuesday of every month the members have exhibited their own collections. Besides the officers of the club who were President, George Thomas; Vice-President, Doris Hansen; Secretary, jane Horner; and Treasurer, Doris Bense, there have been three definite committees which offered at each meeting valuable and interesting information These committees were the entertainment committee, the exhibit committee, and the publicity committee. sixty-eight The club which works the hardest and receives the least credit is the Typing Club. Its members are a group of unselfish individuals who work unceasingly for others, receiving nothing in return but some experience which may be helpful to them after graduation. This year the club has twenty members, eleven seniors and nine juniors. The seniors are Betty Danner, Alyce Cary, Stella Giallombardo. Helen Crocco, Frances Ponturo, Evelyn Hartpence. Virginia Kelley, Edythe Bell. Mary Calizia, Shirley Single, and Robert Thomson, while the juniors are Judith Loebman, Ada Byrnes. Ruth Lushear, Mary Bianco, josephine Stracuzzi, Mae MacMillan, Ethel Morton. Marjorie Pierson, and Dorothy Erickson. Their able sponsor is Miss Colley. Because there are no regular meetings, the club does not elect officers. The students work for the club in their spare time They type manuscripts for the Weather Vane, address envelopes, type letters, and even type stencils for tests. Occasionally some of the members have acted as secretaries for their teachers. Sub-divisions of the club are the Senior Typing Committee headed by Betty Danner and the typing committee for the Senior Play headed by Robert Thomson. These capable seniors deserve our thanks for the work they have done as chairmen of their respective committees sixty-nine TYPING CLUB Under the able leadership of Ann Satterthwaite. the Red Cross Council this year continued its usual charitable work in aiding the unfortunate. Assisting Ann were Everson Pearsall, vice-president; Eleanor Reier, secretary; William Bowen, treasurer; and two or three members from each home room. At the beginning of the year Ann Satterthwaite, William Bowen, and William Peek attended the New jersey Red Cross Conference in Newark. They discussed and planned the work to be covered this year. The yearly contribution to the Children's Country Home is one which the council members enjoy greatly, as they catch the spirit of real Thanks- RED CROSS giving from the crippled children. This year in a Thanksgiving assembly program of hymns and orchestra selections the bright cans and boxes were displayed upon the stage in three health-bringing pyramids. A representative of the Home accepted the gifts, presented by Bernie jones, Senior Class president. The membership drive was carried on shortly after this, and was well supported, a great number of homerooms gaining the 100% goal. The small individual contributions given will probably never be missed by the students, but will be a great aid to those unfortunate victims of war, floods, and disease served by the National Red Cross. seventy The Spanish Club, known as El Ateneo to its members, boasts one of the oldest records in our high school, being one of the first organizations formed. The meetings are conducted entirely in Spanish, acquainting the members with the Spanish tongue as well as with many of the traditions and customs of that country. This year a delightfully varied group of programs has been presented at the meetings, held the first Thursday of every month Several appropriate and entertaining plays were presented from time to time by members of the club, while well-known Spanish games, songs, and charades were enjoyed by all. As usual, the annual trip to New York was taken in the spring. After an excursion through the Hispanic Museum and luncheon in a Spanish restaurant, the travelers were treated to the Mexican musical Mexicana. This popular production deals with the old folklore of Mexico and the Spanish countries, being presented in New York to further cultural relations between our country and theirs. The Spanish Club is sponsored by Miss Stella Hemphill and Mr. Harold Shaterian. while officers for the past year have been President, Robert Tich-enor; Vice-President, Charles Taylor; Secretary. Ruth Willis; and Treasurer, Mary Louise Reydel. seventy-one HI’S EYE Returned to civilization by the condemnation of the Washington attic, the Hi's-Eye staff may be found any afternoon in its commodious new office in W106, hard at work on the job of editing our famous bi-weekly publication. The newspaper, which is now completing its fifth successful year of publication, has as its purpose the presentation of a complete picture of school life through news and features. This splendid project is maintained free from advertising through the proceeds from the bi-annual Community Fair and a grant from the Student Activities Ticket Fund. During the year several issues were published by the journalism I Class, headed by William Howard This class also wrote school news for the Westfield Leader. The staff members enjoyed a visit to the New York Times plant and also attended the convention of the Columbia Scholastic Press Association of which the Hi’s-Eye is a member. The school as well as the staff was very proud when the paper placed second in the annual contest conducted by the association. Under the direction of Mr. Robert L. Foose, the paper was edited by Dee Walker, editor-in-chief; Robert Hanna, managing editor; Eugene Rohr-baugh, sports editor, and members of the journalism 11 Class. seventy-two LITERARY CLUB If you look into Weather Vane annuals for several years back, you will find something like this: Soft lights, a crackling fire, deep comfy chairs, and a good book—what a perfect setting for a Literary Club meeting. This still holds true. On the fourth Thursday evening of every month the Literary Club was to be found at the home of one of its twenty-five members. Educational, as well as entertaining, meetings were planned under the leadership of Margaret Pierce, vice-president and program committee chairman. Some of the subjects for the meetings were poetry, biography, humor and drama. One of the most original programs of the year was the meeting commemorating the founding of the first Literary Club at the Turk's Head Tavern in London. It has become a custom for the club to see a current play on Broadway each spring. This year in March the group went in to see “The Little Foxes starring Tallulah Bankhead. The officers, Helen Deitz, president: Margaret Pierce, vice-president; Dorothy Deal, secretary; and Roger Anderson, treasurer, were able to carry out a fine program with the help of their advisers. Miss Carol Brinser and Mr. Robert Foose. seventy-three PHOTOPLAY CLUB In this modern generation of movie-goers a Photoplay Club seems to be essential This club meets twice a month to discuss motion pictures. Occasionally the legitimate stage as a basis for the scenario is also discussed. Al times the members give individual reports of recent pictures they have seen, but more often the meeting becomes an informal chatting about pictures or their stars. This year the club talked about such worthwhile pictures as Marie Antoinette and Boys’ Town.” They noticed the Western trend in the pictures ”|esse James,” Stand Up and Fight,” The Oklahoma Kid, and many others. Because of a better informed and more critical following, motion pictures are improving as is evident in such productions as Juarez” and “Wuthering Heights. The club took an imaginary tour of a Hollywood motion picture studio with the aid of lantern slides. Following the procedure from the first step of buying an idea, writing the script, selecting and training the actors, preparing costumes and scenery, to the final assembling. In April, the club members went to New York together to see The American Way, Fredric March's latest play. Everyone enjoyed the play very much. Several girls found Mr. March a little disappointing, however. At the end of the last school year, the club elected Margaret Scheck C40) president, and Joan Hornbeck C39) secretary-treasurer. There are about twenty members in the club—all girls! seventy-four A thing of beauty is a joy forever.” So thinks the Art Club, as they industriously do their part to create these things of beauty It would appear, too, that there is a lot of enjoyment in the work, for the members are always active and enthusiastic about the projects going on. Did you say another poster contest?” This club is called upon to advertise many occasions, and their posters can be found at various times of the year in outstanding places in the town. Oil painting has become a popular phase of the work this year, and many have found that smocks are a useful thing to have while occupied in the art room. Water color, charcoal drawing, modeling, and pencil sketching are all part of the program Fashion designing and drawing from life have also been attempted. This year the group carved and decorated wooden boxes, bowls, rings, and similar articles for gifts. Sponsored by Miss Howard, the club differs from the art classes in its pleasant informality. The club has gone forth to renewed activity this year under the effective leadership of Jane Horner, president; Marylee Pollock, vice-president; Isabel Blount, secretary; and Shirley Marden, treasurer. seventy-five The Latin Club, which was headed by Kayel Rogers, consul; Peggy Addicks, vice-consul; Eileen Mundt, scriptor; and Betty Thomas, quaestor; is made up of almost fifty active members. In our meetings we try to present in an interesting fashion information about various Latin customs and characters. Two of our most intellectual and informative meetings included a talk by Professor Crum of Lehigh University on Creek and Roman Law and Medicine” and another one by Professor W. L Carr of Columbia University on The Aspects of Roman Life, whereas one of our less serious and more social meetings was our joint meeting with the Rahway Latin Club. LATIN CLUB We tried something new this year in letting each class take charge of one meeting. The seniors presented the play Julius Caesar” in comedy. The juniors tested the knowledge of the club members with a What's My Name” program, and the sophomores presented an interesting and entertaining Bingo game. This plan gave everyone in the club a chance for participation. The Latin Club, under the able sponsorship of Mr. Edmund C. Allen, Miss Gertrude C. Foutz, and Mr. Burtis F. Vaughan, provided its members with entertainment and amusement as well as education and looks forward to another successful year. seventy-six To the Forum Westfield Senior High owes some of its best and least painful education Almost every important subject from the proposed high school to America's foreign policy has been discussed by the club and the school. Great strides have been made in training students for discussion and public speaking. The unique distinction of being one of the very few organizations which are run almost exclusively by students is accorded the group Monthly supper meetings for which both the dinner and program are prepared by members are among the outstanding features offered, and the annual trip to a New York broadcast of America's Town Meeting of the Air is one of the high spots of the year. In the late spring a joint picnic is held FORUM CLUB by the Mask and Mime Club and the Forum when serious thoughts are put aside. This club was the originator of the Interscholastic Forum, which has met with such success the past three years Every office except treasurer has at some time been filled by a Westfield pupil. Mr. Rope is the sponsor of the club; the officers are Jim Avery, president; Jim Wilson, vice-president; Merle Humphrey, secretary; Lloyd Johnston, treasurer. seventy-seven SLIDE RULE CLUB The Slide Rule Club, one of the smaller yet brainier of the High School organizations, was formed many years ago to teach the principles of the slide rule and to develop proficiency in its use by the W. H. S. students. This experience proves very useful in college courses taken later. Starting with the fundamentals of the slide rule at the first meeting, members are educated in the methods of multiplication, division, squaring and finding square roots of numbers. Physics and chemistry problems are solved in the seven meetings of each year. Several changes were noted this year. For the first time since the club was organized, sophomores as well as juniors and seniors were admitted to the club in an effort to prepare the underclassmen for future mathematical work. The club also made a trip for the first time this year, visiting the New York World's Fair with the Catalyst Club in May. The club year was brought to a close with the annual contest, the winner of which is presented with a suitable prize. With Walter E. Johnson. Jr., as faculty adviser, Ralph Prugh as president. and Robert Reitinger as vice-president, secretary, and treasurer, the club had a very successful year. seventy-eight CATALYST CLUB The Catalyst Club, a charter member of the Student Science Clubs of America, this year became a charter member of the American Institute of Science and Engineering Clubs. It has done much to further understanding and appreciation of chemistry in modern life. This is done through its programs presented by the members, by outside lecturers, and by field trips Through the interesting programs planned, the club has heard lectures on phosphorus, monel metal and nickel alloys, and on television. Programs presented by the students have included the performing of experiments of all kinds from making explos've tablets to ammonia fountains. Of particular interest to members of the club is the field trip taken each year. The Catalyst Club has not failed to take advantage of the splendid opportunities offered at the New York World’s Fair, for on May 17, the Catalyst and Slide Rule Clubs made a trip to see some of the science exhibits shown there. This year the club was under the able leadership of Cuy Overman, president; Allan Cartter, vice-president; Betty Brown, secretary; and Tom O'Connor, treasurer, directed by Mr. C. Blair Rogers, the club’s helpful adviser. seventy-nine Though not formally a club, the German Department is one of the most active of the school's organizations. Only the enthusiasm of its leader, Fraulein Dodds, and the whole-hearted co-operation of its members make possible its biggest event, German Evening, or Der Deutsche Abend. This undertaking includes, besides German plays, songs, and dances, an exhibit of booklets and posters made by the pupils and a museum of German articles, contributed for the occasion by the members. The entire program is enlivened by the gusto and feeling with which it is presented. German Evening, however, is not the only activity of the organization. Each year representatives are sent to the oratorical contest at Rutgers to GERMAN DEPARTMENT compete for prizes. On almost every occasion they have brought home high honors. Perhaps the most enjoyable event of the year is the trip to New York. This day is filled with many pleasant experiences, such as visiting a German ship, going to a German book store, attending a German movie, visiting a museum, and last but by no means least, eating dinner in a German restaurant. All these and many other events make the taking of German more than just learning a language. eighty Silence, s'il vous plait! Such is the familiar cry that rings through the auditorium on the third Thursday of every month The French Club, Le Quartier Latin, is meeting again. The activities of the popular organization have been delightfully varied. Everyone remembers the French cafe, Les Folies Bergeres, conducted by the club at the Community Fair. And who can forget this year's trip to New York on April 28? Not even the mysterious burning of the Paris, the ship the club intended to inspect, could dampen the members' enthusiasm. After seeing one of the best pictures of the year. La Crande Illusion, the group dined at a French restaurant, Maison de Winter, and later visited the French liner Champlain. LE QUARTIER LATIN At the meetings interesting speakers, movies, plays, and Cuignol performances have been heard and seen. The club also had the pleasure of entertaining the Rahway French Club which presented a very entertaining comedy. The affairs of the club were guided by the inspiring sponsors. Mr. Gaston Gesner and Miss Gertrude Foutz, and the following officers: President. Philip Launer; First Vice-President, John Miner; Second Vice-President, Fredrika Pratt; Secretary, Betty Brown; Second Secretary, Shirley Hering; Treasurer, Betty Freese, and Assistant Treasurer, Bill Bowen. eighty-one LIBRARY COUNCIL Many people don't even know what the Library Council is, though its many functions are of great importance to the school. Students on the council check books in and out. sign permit slips, arrange books on the shelves, mount pictures, and do a great deal in keeping magazine files in order. Any junior and senior willing to devote two periods a week or the equivalent before or after school may be a member. People interested in library work as their profession are urged to join and learn how the library operates. Going to other towns and seeing how they run their school libraries is one of the entertaining and interesting activities enjoyed by this club. The trip to the Princeton High School Library, which was made in the spring after Easter vacation, was enjoyed by fifteen council members. This last year we entertained two groups from the Hunterdon County Library and we also had members of the Bayonne Council as guests. The officers, Beatrice Terhune. president; Kathleen McLean, vice-president; Dorothy Deal, secretary; and Betty Beekman, treasurer, have been able to carry out a splendid program with the help of their advisers, Miss Alice M. Bible and Miss Florence Sandberg. eighty-two ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY The Archaeological Society is a club for those interested in the study of the American Indian, especially the collection and preservation of the artifacts of the aboriginal inhabitants of New Jersey, the Lenni Lenape. This aim is accomplished by lectures, discussions, visits to collections, and field trips. The high school club is an organization affiliated with the Archaeological Society of New Jersey. Many interesting meetings were held. A visit was made to Mr. Phil-hower's fine collection of Eastern Indian baskets. The host, a noted Indian authority, explained the method of manufacture, the uses, the types, and the designs of these rare baskets. Mr. Harold S. Thompson, the club adviser, is himself an ardent collector and archaeologist, and he has talked at many of the club meetings. Mr Eberhardt of Newark, New jersey, lectured, and exhibited some of the fine specimens of Indian workmanship from his choice collection. In April the club enjoyed its annual pilgrimage to Colonel Pearsall's splendid Indian collection. This is considered one of the finest and most valuable in the United States. The officers of the organization were President, Philip Launer; Vice-President. Robert Waugh; and Secretary-Treasurer, Ralph Prugh, all of whom worked effectively under Mr, Thompson's direction. eighty-three This organization, governed by the Mask and Mime Council and sponsored by Miss Linda Johnson, is open to all those who are interested in any field of dramatics and play production. Its headquarters is Room 103. This year's calendar has been particularly full. No sooner had the curtain rung down on the fall play, Seven Keys to Baldpate, than the entire club became absorbed in the Christmas program. Simple but lovely tableaux were used in combination with appropriate music to retell the Christmas story. Then, before the tinsel was completely out of their hair. The Black Flamingo, the Senior Play, was being cast. Although it is not necessary for the cast or MASK AND MIME crew to be in the Mask and Mime group, most of the leading roles and the committee chairmen were filled from its roster. In the spring a tournament of one-act plays was held which gave everyone a chance to act or be back-stage. This elaborate program was concluded with the annual picnic held jointly with the Forum; so all felt that 1938-39 had been a most successful year. The clubs officers were Ann Satterthwaite, president; Patricia Cavanaugh, vice-president; June Wood, secretary; and Robert Hillier, treasurer. eighty-four MASK AND MIME PLAY The annual Mask and Mime play Seven Keys to Baldpate brought shivers and more than one uncomfortable moment to the audience, as Robert Faulkner unraveled mysteries and became entwined in romantic entanglements. In the role of a young novelist, he came to Baldpate to win a bet that he could write a complete book in twenty-four hours. Many complications ensued when he found that instead of one key to Baldpate, there were seven. As owners of these, Carol Payne, the woman journalist, supplied the love interest; Bill Hafley played the comedy part of the hermit who hated women; and Mary Louise Reydell was the glamorous adventuress. The cast also included Jack Hopkins, Nancy Estwick, Isabel Hovendon, Keith Lyman, Bill Berryman, Bill Cutknecht, Glenn Lengnick, Bob Reitinger, and Charles Hall. In the closing scene, the hero discovered that all complications have been part of a conspiracy to stop him from getting the book written. The thugs, politicians, adventuresses, and even the love interest, turned out to be actors, but the hero and his lady decided to tie the knot. Members of the Mask and Mime Club worked on committees as well as in the cast. The entire production was under the direction of Miss Linda Johnson, while Miss K. Elizabeth Ingalls and Miss Harriet Howard supervised the music and art committees. SENIOR PLAY Thieves, fleeing noblemen, a fiddler, and a mesmerist met at the sign of the Black Flamingo when the seniors presented the play of the same name by Sam janney. The search for Marie Antoinette's necklace brought them all together in a country chateau amid the frenzied background of the French revolution. To complicate matters. Trigaud, the fiddler, fell in love with Diana, the daughter of M. de Lussac. Count Cagliostro with melodramatic use of his hypnotic powers finds the mysteriously missing jewels, and returns the fleeing Francois de Lussac to his family Popo, possessor of the most shapely leg in Christendom, supplies humor with his divided affection for the inn's kitchen maid and her most delicious roast pig. The Black Flamingo, presented only once before in the East, included in its Westfield cast; Bill Hafley, Sheena Webster, Margaret Pierce. Keith Lyman, George Swallow, Bob Reitinger, Guy Overman, Ed Pilli, Iris Crawford, Bob Faulkner, Avrel Mason, and Isabel Hovendon. Of course, no play would be complete without the support of the whole class in ticket sales and committee work. Under the direction of Miss Harriet Howard, the art group not only designed the set, but also made the papier mache pig, Alcest, who lived to be the hero of the Senior Day mystery. The set which was designed by Lucille Johnson and Wilber Harry was built to represent an ancient French chateau by the stage craft club Special effects were handled very aptly by Bob Clark and his stage craft crew. They were responsible for the explosive wine cask and the floating violin. Miss Linda Johnson directed the production, C. Blair Rogers supervised ticket sales, and Miss K. Elizabeth Ingalls conducted the orchestra. eighty-five Back Stage Celebrities Wilbur Harry, Barbara Clark, Bob Schwarz, Lucille Jonson, Tom O'Connor STAGE-CRAFT CLUB Madonna The Black Flamingo” Senior Plav Christmas Pageant Easter Choir eighty-seven Drums and Bugles eighty-eight Band Christmas Choir eighty-nine BAND The Band, under the superb leadership of Mr. William H. Warner, is one of the most active organizations in the school. Its accomplishments are remarkable for a high-school group. Each year it is converted from a natty drilling outfit to an excellent concert band in a few short weeks. The band includes several smaller units, which are the Junior Band, the Junior Marching Band, and the Dance Band or Saracens. In the future these new units will be a standard part of the curricula. After the regular winter concert, the band has many engagements, including concerts in the Junior High and High School assemblies, It has had invitations to play at many places, including the New York World’s Fair. The only offer of importance which it had to refuse was that from the San Francisco Fair. Surpassing that of all other years, the musical ability of this year’s organization has made possible a variety of original and striking programs. At the Recital Concert given for the Band Parents Association, many ensembles and soloists demonstrated their ability. It is with profound regret that the Band members learn that their brilliant leader will devote himself entirely to the academic field next year. ORCHESTRA Under the leadership of Miss K. Elizabeth Ingalls, the High School Orchestra played an important part in the musical activities of the school. This year it consisted of a well-balanced instrumentation with Marjorie Bartholomew as concertmaster. Clayton Kynes and Dale Struble served as librarians. The orchestra performed regularly at all assemblies and class meetings, making special contributions at Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter. They also played for the Mask and Mime Club Play, the Senior Play, and Know Your Town Week. Selected groups from the organization contributed to the Christmas pageant, the P. T. A. meetings, and the Community Fair, while certain members made use of their talent in the Westfield Symphony Orchestra, the Elizabeth Symphony Orchestra, and the Westfield Band. The latter were in frequent demand for local activities. The following members of the orchestra were honored by being selected to play in the 1938 New Jersey All-State High School Symphony Orchestra: Gwendolyn Currier and Martha Bartholomew, ’cello; Jeannette Hudson, oboe: Clifford Smith, clarinet; and Philip Launer, Everett Holland, and Marjorie Bartholomew, violin. This group joined with the rest of the All-State Orchestra and Chorus in a broadcast over a nation-wide hook up from Atlantic City under the direction of Eric De Lamarter. ninety GLEE CLUB Both the Sophomore and Senior Glee Clubs have completed an exceptionally fine year. The Senior girls contributed a popular booth to the 1938 Community Fair when they romped back to childhood as the Junior Jitterbugs. The clubs combined in December to present the annual Christmas service for which our school is renowned. During the Girls' Gym Program the Glee Clubs assisted the modern dancing group. When the dancers performed several weeks later in Highland Park, selected members of the Senior Glee Club accompanied them. To express appreciation for the spirit of informal friendliness encouraged by their director, Miss K. Elizabeth Ingalls, the clubs presented a group of programs for her enjoyment in May. The Choir, which presented an inspiring service at Easter, is composed of boys and girls who are interested in four-part singing. It has been extremely active during the past year, and has provided programs for many local organizations. In November, a group of Westfield students went to Atlantic City to participate in the All-State Chorus and Orchestra. They were Yvonne Sterling, Eleanor Reier, Joyce Clarke, Roy Lambert, Roger Anderson, George Swallow, Robert Faulkner, Jeanette Hudson; Clifford Smith. Marjorie Bartholomew, Gwendolyn Currier, Everett Holland, and Philip Launer. ninety-one athletics ninety-two J iojfi tk l-i tfall daij, ijhmthi Cjifth chcwi aincoo thihochiLj [old thin ijhmIroipiji thhahji ncj t icinh hemp pi Jmthi jiitd hom,olhldjw ant im much Im jk hhotuqh nhlmimcj tjiih mnwdahand thlh noft jilt VJ’nth path im WRS.io mnuj om . . . . FOOTBALL W. H. S. opened the 1938 football season with two new assistant coaches and a will to win. In the opener, fast and shifty Johnny Coleman slithered 55 yards through the whole Somerville team in a beautiful piece of open field running to insure a 6 to 0 victory. Millburn was lucky to get away with a 6 to 6 tie Another 6 to 6 deadlock ensued the following Saturday at North Plainfield, Coleman again scoring for the Blue and White. Madison went home soundly trounced to the tune of 14-0 on October 15. Before a colorful crowd of three thousand at South Orange, Westfield reached its playing peak, holding a powerful Columbia team to seven points with the aid of a clever bit of first-half strategy. West Orange came over to West-field and rolled up fourteen points in the first half. Bill Heckenkamp caught a pass and scored in the second period, softening the sting of defeat. The following Saturday the first string took a rest and watched the second team steam over Highland Park with 20 points to their opponent's 0. The most bitter disappointment of the season came with a defeat by Plainfield 1 3 to 0. Then, black with mud from head to foot, Roselle twice wallowed across Westfield’s goal, administering the fourth and last defeat. Under the leadership of Westfield's ex-captain. Eric Anderson, the Alumni held Westfield to a 0 to 0 tie on Thanksgiving Day. ninety-four VARSITY SCHEDULE Westfield Opponent September 24 SOMERVILLE .... 6 0 October 1 MILLBURN...............0 0 October 8 NORTH PLAINFIELD . . 6 6 October I 5 MADISON................13 0 October 22 COLUMBIA...............0 7 October 29 WEST ORANGE . ... 6 13 November 5 HIGHLAND PARK ... 20 0 November 19 PLAINFIELD.............0 13 November 24 ROSELLE PARK .... 0 13 JUNIOR VARSITY SCHEDULE September 26 SOMERVILLE.......................Away October 3 MILLBURN.........................Here October 10 NORTH PLAINFIELD.................Here October 17 MADISON..........................Away October 24 COLUMBIA.........................Away October 31 PLAINFIELD.......................Here November 7 HIGHLAND PARK....................Away November 14 ROSELLE PARK.....................Away November 21 SCOTCH PLAINS....................Here Robert L. Duncan, Director of Athletics, Head Coach Paul Berger, Line Coach Brose Thompson, Backfield Coach Joe Freeman, Victor Johnson, Harper Adams, Paul DeHaas, Assistant Coaches Ralph Prugh. Bob Funk, Managers ninety-five BASKETBALL The basketball team had a poor season this year as far as victories £0, taking seven out of twenty-one games. Considering practice conditions, however, and the fact that most of the defeats were by a very narrow margin, this was a fair record. The boys hardly ever started to work out before 4:00 o'clock because of intramural schedules in both the Junior High and High School gymnasiums. The team made a very strong showing against the best team Plainfield has had in many a year, losing by five points in the first game, and three points in the second. The Regional High game was another highlight, West-field again losing by three points. Babe Urcuioli, one of the W. H. S. forwards, was by far the outstanding man on the floor. His average of nearly ten points a game put him in line for high scoring honors and a position on the third All-State Team. Sal Zollo, a three year veteran, was another boy who deserved credit, especially for his defensive play. In the County Tourney, the team eliminated Pingry by a score of 20 to 16, then dropped out because of a defeat by a fast Hillside quintet. There were only seven letter men this year, but as only one of them is graduating, prospects for next year are excellent. ninety-six BASEBALL This year's baseball line-up was nearly the same as last year s Although practice didn't get under way until a short time before the season s schedule opened, the squad topped Millburn 4-1 in the opener. Following that, Plainfield was defeated, and then came five straight losses to Somerville, Hillside. Plainfield (in a return game), North Plainfield, and Roselle Park. However, victory came to the Blue and White nine once again in a 10-7 tilt against Roselle. As Howard Walker, the captain this year, has been unable to play because of his doctor's advice, he has taken over the coaching job at first base. Among those who returned this year were Bill Evans, Sal Zollo, Bill Urcuioli, Ed Cranch. John Coleman and Ed Quinn. Also playing were Bob Howarth and Ernie Long who took charge of the pitch ng duties. This year Coach Thompson has cut the squad in order to concentrate his efforts on the team's most promising men. It was hoped that by doing this the team would be able to chalk up one of the most victorious seasons it has had in several years. We are fortunate in having Mr Brose Thompson as our baseball coach because he has had experience in both the major and minor leagues. ninety-seven The team got off to a sprinting start by winning their section of the Newark Sunday Call meet. In the St. Benedict’s meet they were less fortunate, but came through again in the County meet, winning several running events and two trophies for the half and mile relays respectively. The outdoor schedule began with the Ridgewood Quadrangular meet in which Westfield took second honors. Nearly three weeks later our mile relay team won the state championship at the Long Branch Relays. Three days later Union beat our boys in a hard-fought dual meet. At the Penn TRACK Relays the mile relay team won their section and came in fourth in the American Championships. The team also beat Plainfield in a dual meet for the first time in three years. Only moderate success was their portion at the Newark Board of Education meet. Later Waterloo came at the hands of the crack East Orange team, who won easily. Althougl the team could not be classified as excellent, it was a good aggregation h plenty of fight, according to the able coach, Mr. Richard Goodrich. T affairs of this lively collection of runners, jumpers, and discus throwers we handled excellently by Messrs. Lowe and Cartter. ninety-eight The W. H S. swimming team made aquatic history this year under the able tutelage of Mr. Shaterian. Even though the first meet was lost to Plainfield on January 21. the next week's competition with West Side Newark was a marked Westfield victory. Bloomfield, and Nyack were downed in quick succession, but the return meet with Plainfield was a defeat. To top off a successful season the team took fourth place in the State Championship meet at Trenton. The Union County meet at Rutgers was an important part of the schedule. Bob Calkins. '41. received third place in the 50 yard free style. SWIMMING and Paul Fitzgerald took first place in the 100 yard breast stroke. In the 220 yard free style race, Jim Manning won second place, while Dave Manning, upholding the family tradition, took first in the 100 yard backstroke Bob Sargent and Bob Perry placed first and third in the diving competition. Owen McWilliams was second in the 100 yard free style. At the final count West-field led with 52 points, while their nearest competitor. Plainfield, had 45. The team and its coach are very grateful to Richard Weidemire, Grant Leonard, and Arnold Eckhart, who formed the capable manager's crew. ninety-nine GOLF The golf team, coached by Mr. Walter Johnson, Jr., and Mr. Allen, has been fortunate in having four letter men, Roland Beddows, Bob Lee, Jack Camp, and Bob Reitinger, return this year along with Bob Paine and Dick Pringle. In addition, a number of coming sophomores, among them Danny Williams, Len Ryer, Bob Naething, and Jack Rising, joined the team. The senior manager was Jim Price. This year there has been keen rivalry for every position because of the strong competition of the incoming sophomores. These sophomores make prospects for the next two years seem very bright. The team lost its opening game to Linden, the score being 7Vi to 10Vi. However, it swamped its old rival, Plamfield, by the score of 15' 2 to 2 Vi. Montclair then defeated the golfers, 15 to 3. West Orange followed, in turn winning 11 to 1. The linksmen then conquered Scotch Plains, 14 to 4. With a number of matches still to be played, the squad was hopeful for a fairly successful season. Echo Lake Country Club and Locust Grove Golf Club were generous in allowing the squad full use of their courses for practice. In addition, the team was permitted to play several matches at Shackamaxon Country Club. one hundred TENNIS This year's tennis team was a powerful combination, and promises to continue to be strong for at least two more years because of the fact that only two members are graduating. Seven men were picked by Coach Fred Rope to represent Westfield High School this year. Everson Pearsall. Clyde Shropshire, and Donald Tom-blen played singles, while Hugh Ogburn and David Manning played first doubles and Bill Bowen and Jim Manning played second doubles. The team started off its season with a 2-3 loss against Millburn Not discouraged by such a close match, the boys trimmed Scotch Plains in their second match. 4-1. The third time on the clay courts the netsters also beat Plainfield, their old rivals. Roselle with its string of victories fell before Mr. Rope's team for the third straight win. Considering that the competition was much stronger this year than last, a great deal of credit is due to Mr. Rope and the team Coach Rope made a very important decision when he took over the group in that he planned to use a seven man team instead of a five man one. The former gives more boys a chance to play and makes the prospects for the future brighter. one hundred one Twenty-eight girls, representing each home room, comprise the Girls' Interclass Athletic Committee whose purpose is to organize the girls’ extracurricular athletic activities. This year its weekly meetings were led by Peggy Addicks. chairman; Kayel Rogers, vice-chairman; and Shirley Marden, secretary. Many problems besides those pertaining directly to athletics were discussed. In November the G. A. C. entertained the Summit and Chatham hockey teams in one of their popular play-days, and in March the junior and senior teams journeyed to Chatham to play basketball. Six Westfield girls participated in the North Jersey Public School Field Hockey tournament at Millburn. C. A. C. The C. A C.'s services to activities other than athletics have been many. The members served at the Annual Football Banquet and the Band Dinner. The annual gym program, in which every G. A. C. member participated, presented the theme of the 1939 World’s Fair, Highlights of Today in Tomorrow’s World. The editor’s office of a large newspaper presented a novel method of introducing the essential information. Early in May the C. A. C. gave its annual Mother and Daughter Dinner for all whose participation in athletics warranted such recognition. The theme this year was nautical. As is the custom, deserving seniors were presented with special awards. one hundred two Every girl in a sport, a sport for every girl, This is the aim of the athletic department, which offers a varied program. On Monday and Wednesday afternoons after school the girls can be seen practicing or playing their games in the gym or on the field The team sports offered to these girls are hockey, soccer, basketball, baseball, and volley ball. The dual sports include badminton, tenniquoit, tennis, paddle tennis, aerial tennis, horseshoes, shuffle board, and lawn hi-li, the last being an addition to our group. Individual sports offered are modern dancing, archery, and fencing. The large W. or three hundred point award, is earned only by participa- AWARD GIRLS tion in a great many of these activities. This year seven girls have attained this award. Of these Peggy Addicks. Marjorie Auster, Evelyn Heald, Eileen Mundt, Betty Py, Kayel Rogers, and Lucile Slocum are seniors. Shirley Marden is the only junior in the group. At the annual Mother and Daughter Dinner, deserving senior girls received additional awards. Iris Crawford and jean Harrison received cheer leader keys. Peggy Addicks, Marjorie Auster, Evelyn Heald, Kayel Rogers, and Ann Satterthwaite were also recipients of keys. Cold bracelets were given to the high point girls, Peggy Addicks and Kayel Rogers one hundred three GIRLS’ PHYSICAL EDUCATION PROGRAM This year's gym program had the finest theme for physical education ever used. The World’s Fair, when systematically studied offered more than ample material. By using an editor and her co-workers, we succeeded in avoiding the usual program chairman's running commentary. The imaginary newspaper the Perilon was capably published by Kayel Rogers and fellow seniors. This newspaper office also served to show some of the modern methods of communication. The various reports covering National Dances, Transportation, Arts, Production, Amusements, Government and Peace, Religion, Medical Health and Science, and Women in Sports were presented visually by the 196 girls participating. The transportation scene, consisting of a boat dock, provided the usual street scene, so popular with the audience. Production, Government and Peace, and Religion were under the capable guidance of Miss Acker. Her modern dance group presented their own interpretations which still remain a mystery to many of us. The Arts, Medical Health and Science, and Women in Sports were portrayed by tableaux. The Casino of Nations provided the setting for the amusements which included Ferdinand, Palais Glide, Fencing, and the Highland Fling. The Finale showed a group of typical American girls looking up at Miss Future, with the Trylon and Perisphere as a background. one hundred four Modern Dianas one hundred five Where Do We Co From Here They Had Their Fling En Garde! Expressing Themselves Jld. MSQj VoA (k- m 'W htoi aji a VA J IJ onammaA i l au Ttudau alitmto kw (McV ?� w- FEATURES one hundred eight Senior Day dawned misty bright and by 8:00 gave all promise of being a clear and balmy day with an occasional perfume shower blowing from the balconies. The afternoon program. LIFE comes to West-field High. or Westfield High comes to Life, was based on the supposition that the students had spent the morning diligently conforming to the rule that all classes were to be conducted in the usual manner Eye and ear witnesses, supported by numerous candid snapshots, would prove the serious half of the day to have been anything but dead, however. one hundred nine SENIOR DAY FANTASY Gee, Maizie, I hadda nightmare last night! I dreamed I was up to West-field High delivering groceries, see, and I steps inside just like usual. Suddenly I hear this crazy noise, like the school is falling. I hadn’t caught on as to how it was a dream yet, see; so I start following it up, real cautious like. I steps into the hall, and goshamighty, there was a crew of W. P. A. workers sitting right in front of me. Don't tell me youse is digging up the school!” I says, but they don’t wake up. Suddenly a batch of angels floats in, hazy faced like dreams always are, and there’s the devil floiting with them sassy as you please. I pinch me-self and it still hoits, so I walks up to an old lady in black. Pardon,” I asks real polite, but are them guys really in barrels? She doesn’t faint or nothing, but says, Sure,” in a bass voice. All of a sudden I see a cute number in a play suit swinging by; so quick I toins and says, Hi ya, Toots! Hi!” she retoins deep, and darned if her coils aren't cut off short. Then I ketch on. This is one of them dreams where the goils wear pants and the boys skoits. I see sailors and soldiers with long coils, and one little blond trying to look like a bandleader, but she don’t fool me! I even see this fellow taking a shower bath in the middle of a flock of rabbits. There was some horse blankets walking around with garbage pails on top of them. Finally I stagger up to a hamburg stand and slap down a dime One pup in a blanket! , I whisper hoarse like, and the stand collapses under my elbows, while a giant hot dog rears up for revenge. I have a feeling like I’m powerful sick, and shut my eyes. When I open them, there’s the doctor, ready to slash up my scalp with an axe. Oh, go away,” I moan, and I close my eyes again. Next time I peep out, there’s a noisry rime bending over me with her little lamb. Are you supposed to be a delivery boy? she asks. Some noive! Abraham Lincoln walks by with some goils in candy wrappings. You could see through their skoits; thatsa fact. All the time in the background drums kept beating over a terrible racket. I kinda had a hunch they meant something, when through the door slunk this horrible cannibal right at me. Now I wouldn't run as usual, but dreams are dreams, see, and I sure beat it for home. Gus woke me up at the bottom of the stairs. I musta rolled down in my sleep; so it’s no wonder I hadda nightmare! one hundred ten November 29, 1938, the voters of the town of Westfield decided not to accept the outright gift of $413,000 from the federal government to assist them in erecting a much needed new high school. The architects' plans, which were the fifth set drawn up by them after they were chosen from competitors to design the building, included a cafeteria in the left wing, a gymnasium in the rear where it might be used as a separate unit, and an auditorium in the right wing, planned to accommodate more than 1,000 persons. An outdoor quadrangle offered light and air to the surrounding classrooms which were designed to hold 800 students. Additional features were sliding panels to convert the cafeteria into study rooms, folding bleachers in the gym. and a sound proof music section. The site of the proposed building, which was decided upon after considerable investigation by the Board of Education, and approved by exoerts. faced Shackamaxon Drive and offered the advantages of low cost and large area to offset its single failing, the greater distance from the center of one hundred eleven SENIOR SUPERLATIVES DISTINCTION GIRLS BOYS Best Dressed Gloria Peniston Everson Pearsall Best Looking Beatrice Terhune Bud Doerrer Class Actor Iris Crawford Bob Faulkner Class Artist Barbara Clark Bob Polhemus Class Athlete Kayel Rogers Sal Zollo Class Dancer Barbara Vaiden Charles Hall Class Dreamer Jean Harrison Bill Weiland Class Flirt Valerie Malmar Ed Leet Class Giggler Mary Louise Reydel Barton Heinz Class Musician Bartholomew Twins Everett Holland Class Orator Eileen Mundt Keith Lyman Class Romeo and Juliet Doris Hewitt Bud Doerrer Class Sunshine Anne Scott Glen Wilson Class Tease Joyce Sinclair Harry Cornwall Most Ambitious Jane Nichols Lefty Stavros Most Attractive Edith Eido Bill Howard Most Businesslike Betty Brown George Swallow Most Carefree Kathryn Shield Harry Cornwall Most Daring Valerie Malmar Walter Hansgen Most Dependable Most Inquisitive Ann Satterthwaite Bill Lowe Mary Louise Reydel Fred Doerrer Most Illegible Writer Helen Cutter Steve Woodruff Most Likelv to Succeed Margaret Avery Howard Walker Most Original Margaret Avery Bud Raftery Most Popular Ann Satterthwaite Bernie Jones Most Romantic Iris Crawford Tom Kiely Most Studious Effie Vagelos Bob Reitinger Most Talkative Anne Scott Bob Funk Cutest Claire Peterson Jack Tew Funniest Marjorie Auster Trueman Bartram Laziest Jane Monroe Rowland Beddows Luckiest Cynthia Bass Tom Kiely Nicest Smile Janet Thompson Bill Weiland Politest Gloria Peniston George Swallow Quietest Marjorie Harvey Bill Lowe Peppiest Anne Scott Glen Wilson Sweetest Ann and Gloria Bill Weiland Wittiest Dee Walker one hundred twelve Trueman Bartram and Bob Funk CLASS WILL Let all men know by these presents, that the promulgation of this, our last Will and Testment, shall revoke and rescind any and all Wills and Codicils at any time heretofore made by us, with the express purpose that we shall not have graduated intestate Pursuant to the formerly prevalent primogenitural customs which were assuete e’en before Sir Roger de Coverley, the following generosities are hereby given and bequeathed principally to the juniors, then the sophomores, and finally to Donald Chalkline” Tomblen I he plays tennis, you know). First: To the incoming Sophomore Class we leave the tops and marbles of their predecessors for them to amuse themselves with at lunch time. Second: To oncoming classes for the next fifty years we leave our fond, forsaken hopes of ever reaching that Valhalla, “the new building.” Third: To Mr. Brose Thompson we leave a stop-watch for use in rapid-bulletin-reading practice. Fourth: To that perennial bachelor, Mr, Foose, we bequeath a copy of Live Alone and Like It.” Fifth: Juniors, the ban is almost off. Soon you may breeze out the front doors with that dashing devil-may-care air that denotes a senior. Then. too. you may scrawl gems of wisdom on those sturdy pillars, or erase them Sixth: To Miss Bible, with malice-aforethought, we leave one Maxim silencer to be installed in the telephone. P. S. Plus one Spencer. Seventh: To the Juniors we leave the exclusive right of using all fire hoses next Senior Day. Eighth: To the male members of our faculty we bequeath a thousand shares of the American Tobacco Company, from which all profits are to be used to refurnish our so-called boiler-room. WITNESSES: BURTON CLEAVER HENRY STEELE EXECUTORS: CAPTAIN RENNIS DOOKE TOOTHLESS one Hundred thirteen CHEER SQUAD With a sis, boom, bah the 1938 football season opened shortly after ninety-one pupils had reported for cheer practice. Following three weeks of hard work the squad had been reduced to thirty-five and out of this number twenty-two participated at games. Those who cheered were Cavanaugh, Crawford, Fetzer, J, Harrison, V. Harrison, Henry, Hovendon, Loesch, Mundt, Nelson, Py, Satterthwaite, Saunders, Sills, and Van Leuven. The work of the group was directed by Miss Gertrude Swift. Each morning at 7:45 the squad went through its drill in order to secure as high a degree of perfection as possible. This discipline taught the members of the squad to be punctual, and to co-ordinate their actions with those of the other leaders to attain unity of movement. Besides practicing the old cheers, the group has composed several original ones in addition to suiting motions to new songs. On the shoulders of the squad rests a great responsibility for promoting a successful athletic season. Only when rooters are led by an active group and respond whole-heartedly can the teams feel the true power of the school which backs all their undertakings, win or lose. one hundred fourteen 0 LUX IN6 HER '’UNDltS 0 KNIT TWO,PURL TWO PERSONALS FOR SALE! One pair of Georgian spurs, mightj handy for cleaning way on stairs. Rafteiy. ACROBATIC classes for young ladies on Sun days in the park. Would advise wearing slacks Jane Nichols. ARTISTS! Let me show you my realistic still life arrangements. A hi id on the board is worth two by the flag. Bob Clark. WHY SUFFER from chilblains? Sweaters. socks and mittens to (it any dimensions, knit by hand under desks and over lunches. The Forty-four Senior Knit-wits. WHEAT GERMS saved the Annual Staff and the German Department. See what they can do for you. Vitamins A to Z inclusive, deliciously toasted with sodium chloride. M. Avery. FRESH Cornwall eggs daily in Room 101. Chicken Bartram, formerly of the Coops. ATTENTION, insured seniors! You get smooth riding at bargain prices from Kielly’s Taxi Service. FUNK AND LAUNER, Inc. Lessons in French dialect guaranteed to fool anyone who doesn’t understand the language. WILL EXCHANGE red pajamas and deep purple robe for modern crepe de chine nightcoat in pastel colors. Will dispose of entire theatrical wardrobe. Robert L. Foose. ENLARGE YOUR vocabulary. Learn how to baffle the teachers when answering a question by using only the biggest words in the dictionary. Consult Wilber Harry. BE DIFFERENT! Attract attention by sitting on the floor in the hall to do your homework. Many other tactics taught. Sonya Grill. AN ELEPHANT never forgets! Learn how to make friends with the menagerie and get free shower baths on warm days. Victor Johnson. WANTED: A good home for my English correspondent. She is frank and affectionate. Would appreciate distant location. Ralph Prugh, editor “Lake Ilopatcong Breeze.” WANTED: Embree Crescent weight lifter with enough nerve to drop the whole set on the floor of 305, If I catch him, I kill him. Annie P. Hewitt. BOOK BARGAIN: “What’s Your Hurry” or “How to Get Along with the High School Faculty.” Written by expert in public relations from personal experiences in the Westfield High School. Kathryn T. Sheild. BE AGGRESSIVE. Practice my methods of making yourself felt in classrooms. Inexpensive course. See Allan Vliet. HAS ANYONE DISCOVERED a tasty and satisfying meal free from calories? Follow the crowd for large order at the home of B. V. RELAX! Learn the simple Sinclair method of relaxation in bed, to be practiced any school day between 8:30 and 2:00. BORROWERS! Don’t you wish this were your annual? I’ll teach you how to hang on to those pennies for the worthwhile things in life. R. Reitinger. FORTUNE WAITING for designer of neat unobtrusive. masculine apron, more suitable for personal use than red smock. F. N. N. NORMA NELSON and Glenn Wilson will receive free pass to movies by calling personally at yearbook office before June 23. FOR A small fee we’ll comb your hair and apply your make-up, so that you will look attractive at all times. Hours—whenever a teacher is talking. Stella and Helen. KEEP HEALTHY. Make your muffins from my old-fashioned “granulated sunshine,” hand-ground corn meal. Squaw Dee Walker. LONELY HEARTS, let me advise you. Join the Forum, go to camp, and meet your one and only. E. Mundt. (Only one week's service guaranteed.) NOTICE: If you want to keep a French correspondent, don’t send your picture or, at least, don’t send mine. I did this and haven’t heard from her since. R. “Newt” Funk. one hundred sixteen 1939 1959 Of course, you intend to keep your annual. Why else do you tear around so madly for autographs? Yet reading this for the first time today, you will hardly think it possible that twenty years from now you will again open to the same page. Rather than attempt to prophesy what each of your classmates will attain before that time why not use this opportunity to send a message to that future reader whose possibilities and character you know better than anyone else. Dear................. (Fill in a nickname and see how funny it will sound in 1959.) How does it feel to be..................the............... of .............. children..............boy(s) and ......... girl(s)? Probably you are spending a good part of your time ....................................... and .................. but I hope you still remember to keep yourself cheerful, neat, and up-to-date. Have you conquered those old habits of............. .................and......................yet? Which of these things that in 1939 seemed so important to me mean anything to you now? Marks............................. .........and ....... Have you remembered to keep in touch with my old friends.....................and.................... and all the rest, as I intend? Why don't you send them a message by .................... or drive over to see them in your ..................? Now that your children are almost my age, do you still remember to give them all those experiences I have planned for them, like..............................? Probably you think of .... as very young now, but no doubt even my ideal age............is different from yours. If these prophecies of mine are giving you a good laugh, and at the same time, making you think seriously of what you have done with your life so far, they have accomplished their purpose. Remember, I just scribbled them in for fun, and am not the least bit disappointed with what you have made of yourself if you are satisfied. Love, and best wishes for a full life, .............................of 1939 one hundred seventeen This class book, a printed view of student life planned and engraved by PHOTOTYPE ENGRAVING CO.Inc 147 N. 10th St, Phila. Pa SINCE 1911 we have been doing Fine Printing THE 1939 WEATHERVANE is an example uj our work Progress Publishing Co. PROGRESS SQUARE CALDWELL, N. J. Telephone: Caldwell 6-1000 one hundred twenty I I i I I I ' L r . •V ' •' ... . •• ' .. . . • I • . 1 V • • . . .